Tokyo Gakugei University will participate in “Giving Campaign 2026,” a student-led fundraising event being held at 113 universities nationwide
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Tokyo Gakugei University will participate in “Giving Campaign 2026,” a student-led fundraising event held from October 16 to 25. The event is being held simultaneously at 113 universities and colleges of technology nationwide, is operated by 株式会社Alumnote, and is supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
Flitto Japan begins offering rights-cleared Japanese conversational audio data
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フリットジャパン has begun offering rights-cleared Japanese conversational audio data for use as AI training data and has published samples on the Flittoグループ’s “Data Marketplace.”
Facts
Approximately 100 hours of conversational data
7 years of translation, localization and data services
Companies mentioned：フリットジャパン株式会社、Flittoグループ、Data Marketplace、Flitto Inc.
[Held October 15–16] ジェイテック to showcase solutions that boost productivity on manufacturing floors at “Hiroshima IT Comprehensive Exhibition 2026”
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株式会社ジェイテック will exhibit at “Hiroshima IT Comprehensive Exhibition 2026,” held at Hiroshima Prefectural Hiroshima Industrial Hall on October 15–16, and showcase solutions that boost productivity on manufacturing floors, including “J's Works Solution.”
Facts
October 15 (Thursday)–16 (Friday)
Capital: 30 million yen
Company established: Feb. 27, 1997
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイテック、ジェイテック、AWS、Amazon Web Services、Microsoft Azure、Google Cloud
タイトリスト launches LINKSLEGEND golf bags, offering traditional design with modern functionality
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The “LINKSLEGEND” golf bag series, combining traditional design with modern functionality, is now available from the “TITLEIST” brand operated by アクシネットジャパンインク.
For nutritional support and recovery and prevention of fatigue when weakened by fever from a cold or other illness. “Yunker Royal G Tablets,” from the Yunker Royal series for convenience stores and other retailers, launches!
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Sato Pharmaceutical will launch “Yunker Royal G Tablets,” a quasi-drug designated for nutritional support and recovery from fatigue when weakened by fever from a cold or other illness, nationwide at convenience stores and other retailers from October 8, 2026.
Mental health support service My Sherpa to exhibit at the “26th Business Fair”
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株式会社マイシェルパ will exhibit at the “26th Business Fair,” held at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building on October 15, 2026, and introduce its “My Sherpa” mental health support platform for businesses.
Facts
Adopted by more than 400 companies and organizations to date
“Giving Campaign 2026,” Japan’s largest student organization fundraising event, kicks off October 16!
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“Giving Campaign 2026,” a fundraising event for student organizations organized by 株式会社Alumnote, will be held from October 16 to October 25, 2026. A record high of approximately 3,000 organizations are expected to participate, with applications from 115 institutions in total: 113 universities and 2 colleges of technology.
[Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival] As less skin is exposed in fall and winter, now is the time to prep for looking your best next spring. Japan’s and the world’s No. 1 IPL beauty device brand “Ulike” offers discounts of up to 40% at the Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival
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Ulike株式会社 will run a campaign on its official Amazon store offering discounts of up to 40% on IPL hair-removal devices to coincide with the Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival. It will also livestream on Instagram on October 18 and distribute exclusive coupons.
株式会社セガ publishes case study on implementing “Agentic Engine” data utilization platform for “Persona 5: The Phantom X”
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ThinkingAI（シンキングデータ株式会社） published a case study on the implementation of the “Agentic Engine” data utilization platform for “Persona 5: The Phantom X,” operated by 株式会社セガ. セガ社 established a structure enabling development and operations teams in Japan and China to make decisions using the same metrics, and continues to improve its initiatives.
Facts
Established in 2015
Data utilization by more than 1,500 companies cumulatively
Beauty professionals praise the “just-right effortless look” and “soft brown.” oméme’s new shade, “oméme lash serum BR,” launches today
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株式会社and US launched its new product, “oméme lash serum BR,” on October 8, 2026. Developed in response to demand for brown shades, the product is characterized by a soft hue midway between black and clear. Market research has pointed to a tendency for demand to concentrate on basic shades.
Toward the future of infectious disease control and environmental hygiene
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エーザイ株式会社 and ジェクス株式会社 will co-host a sponsored symposium on research into “Etak®” at the 75th Eastern Japan Regional Meeting of the Japanese Association for Infectious Diseases and the 73rd Eastern Japan Branch General Meeting of the Japanese Society of Chemotherapy.
“Skyberry eSIM®” extends “Sign up now and save on your monthly fee indefinitely” campaign
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a2network株式会社 announced that it will extend the campaign period for “Sign up now and save on your monthly fee indefinitely,” offered through its eSIM service “Skyberry eSIM®,” through December 20, 2026.
A special event connecting with fans around the world! “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Global Home Premiere Party to be held!
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To celebrate the digital release of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” 株式会社ソニー・ピクチャーズ エンタテインメント will hold a Global Home Premiere Party on October 8 on the official Spider-Man YouTube channel. RaMu will attend from Japan, and a preview of approximately 10 minutes of the film will also be released.
Facts
Worldwide box office tops $2.48 billion
Original本企画は10月8日（木）23:00より
Digital premiere streaming begins October 6
Approximately 10-minute preview of the film
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・ピクチャーズ エンタテインメント、Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.、TSG Entertainment II LLC、MARVEL、ソニー・ピクチャーズ
ネッスー株式会社 has launched its “Kodomo Furusato Bin” project in earnest in partnership with Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture. The project purchases locally produced agricultural and livestock products at fair prices and donates them to children’s cafeterias and households in need. In August 2026, it donated 78kg of Miyazaki beef.
Hakujyu Plaza, where visitors can try the “Healthtron” electrotherapy device, to relocate and reopen in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, in October, aiming to become a community health hub
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株式会社白寿生科学研究所 will relocate and reopen its hands-on showroom, Hakujyu Plaza Matsubase, where visitors can try the “Healthtron” electrotherapy device, in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on October 13, 2026.
[Event Report] “I didn’t know a company like this existed!” 1,323 parents and children try out jobs at Osaka companies through games at the inaugural “Miraii Park X Game Fest in Osaka 2026”
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株式会社miraii and Asobi Manabi Lab held “Miraii Park X Game Fest in Osaka 2026” in Osaka on October 3, 2026. A total of 1,323 parents and children experienced company jobs through games, including jobs at Kansai Electric Power and Daiko.
“PIST6 Autumn Festival 2026” to be held October 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)!
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株式会社JPF will hold “PIST6 Autumn Festival 2026,” hosted by Chiba City, at Chiba JPF Dome on October 24 and 25, 2026. The free-admission, multi-format event will feature festival stalls, performances including dance and Japanese drumming, an educational program supported by SBI証券, food trucks and more.
Regional premium vouchers and points now accepted at 3 ナチュラルスマイルピザ locations: Nakayama, Takeoka and Ijuin
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Regional premium vouchers and points can now be used at the 3 locations of ナチュラルスマイルピザ, operated by 有限会社ナチュラルスマイル: Nakayama Main Store, Takeoka Store and Ijuin Store. A limited-time campaign is also underway through November 30, 2026.
[Surveroid] New “Inter-question Randomization” feature released, enabling highly accurate concept research
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株式会社マーケティングアプリケーションズ has released “Inter-question Randomization,” a new feature for its self-service marketing research tool, Surveroid. The feature eliminates survey order bias and enables highly accurate concept research, approaching the pure monadic method.
“From western Japan’s largest to western Japan’s finest.” Olympian and leading figure in Japan’s snow resort industry Kentaro Minagawa appointed vice president and executive head of resort operations at 勝山高原開発株式会社
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勝山高原開発株式会社 has appointed former Japanese alpine skiing team member Kentaro Minagawa as vice president and executive head of resort operations, accelerating the transformation and growth of JAM福井勝山マウンテンリゾート.
Facts
Rebranding from “スキージャム勝山” to “JAM福井勝山マウンテンリゾート” in April 2026
Competed in four Olympics
At APPI (Appi Kogen), for approximately 5 years
Won the World Ski Awards 2 times
Atop a mountain approximately 1,000m above sea level
Trading remains active in the global rare coin market. RareCoinShop announces the “3 markets” to watch in fall 2026 and its latest acquisitions, analyzing the latest trends at major global auctions.
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RareCoinShop analyzed trends at major auctions such as Stack’s Bowers Galleries and Heritage Auctions and announced 3 markets to watch in fall 2026—19th-century British rare coins, ancient Greek coins, and large gold coins and World Coins—along with 3 new arrivals.
Facts
631 lots
exceeded $26.3 million
including one that sold for approximately $1.25 million
“Radiance and brightness.” Enjoy CLIGRAM’s Bright Care in a limited-edition Christmas coffret
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株式会社ヘッドスプリング will release the limited-edition Christmas coffret “Stella Bright Coffret 2026” from its medical-institution-exclusive skincare brand CLIGRAM on October 31, 2026. Priced at 19,250 yen, it includes 2 full-size products, along with mini sizes and a new product.
BANK SUMMIT PITCH to Be Held: Executives from 12 Companies, Including Regional Financial Institutions and VCs, to Serve as Judges; Seeking Collaboration Between Regional Financial Institutions and Startups — Applications Now Open
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Seed investor THE SEED announced that it will hold BANK SUMMIT PITCH, its first startup pitch contest, as part of BANK SUMMIT 2026 on November 9, 2026, and is accepting applications. The judges will include executives from 12 regional financial institutions and VC firms.
Facts
Nov. 9, 2026
12 companies in total
Cumulative total of at least 100 million yen
7 companies in total
Original1社当たり5分間
Approximately 4.2 billion yen
Approximately 70 companies
Companies mentioned：ザシードキャピタル株式会社、THE SEED、ほくほくキャピタル株式会社、いわぎん未来投資株式会社、横浜キャピタル株式会社、静岡キャピタル株式会社、NOBUNAGAキャピタルビレッジ株式会社、株式会社京都銀行、京都キャピタルパートナーズ株式会社、南都キャピタルパートナーズ株式会社、ごうぎんキャピタル株式会社、株式会社ちゅうぎんキャピタルパートナーズ、株式会社広島ベンチャーキャピタル、いよぎんキャピタル株式会社、株式会社FFGベンチャービジネスパートナーズ、日本経済新聞社、NIKKEI THE PITCH、株式会社New Innovations、株式会社AGRI SMILE、株式会社FiT、株式会社トリファ
Yokohama Marathon 2026 to be held Sunday, October 25! A host of activities to enjoy the event and Yokohama to the fullest! Bringing excitement to Yokohama Marathon Month!
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Yokohama Marathon 2026 will be held on October 25, featuring a special display at Cosmo Clock 21, fireworks, a specially designed Minato Burari Ticket Wide, an online expo, and a range of other activities.
Eyevol signs official partner agreement with 琉球ゴールデンキングス for the 2026-27 season
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Eyewear brand Eyevol, operated by 株式会社アイヴァン, has signed an official partner agreement for the 2026-27 season with professional basketball team 琉球ゴールデンキングス, operated by 沖縄バスケットボール株式会社.
The second collaboration with “Brigitte Tanaka”! Limited-quantity items go on sale at ルル メリー stores from Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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ルル メリー, a brand of 株式会社メリーチョコレートカムパニー, will release “Miniature Pouch and Seasonal Sablés,” its second collaboration with Brigitte Tanaka, in limited quantities from October 14, 2026.
中野製薬株式会社: Support grows for “Salosy Water Glow Hair Serum,” a new hair-care product in the “1.5” category
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中野製薬 announced that it will begin selling its “Water Glow Hair Serum” from hair-care brand “Salosy” on Amazon from October 8, 2026. The product has been well received for tackling dryness and flyaways as a “1.5” step used between shampoo and conditioner. Its availability on Amazon, in addition to existing listings at @cosme and ロフト, is expected to broaden its appeal.
Facts
For more than 60 years, primarily in the professional hair and beauty market
Sales begin on Amazon on Thursday, October 8, 2026
October-only campaign: Rental-space booking service カシカシ is holding the “カシカシSweetsガチャ” campaign, with a chance for 100 people to win a “giftee Sweets Box” featuring their choice of sweets gift!
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カシカシ, a rental-space booking platform operated by 株式会社友安製作所, is holding the “カシカシSweetsガチャ” campaign from October 1 to 31, 2026. It will award “giftee Sweets Box” gifts and coupons to 100 winners.
Corporate-only, delivery-based storage service “Stock MAMORU” to exhibit for the first time at “Sales & Digital Marketing Week [Autumn]”
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株式会社日本パープル, provider of the corporate-only, delivery-based storage service “Stock MAMORU,” will exhibit for the first time at “Sales & Digital Marketing Week [Autumn],” to be held at Makuhari Messe from October 21 to 23, 2026.
株式会社welzo and 九州大学 sign joint research agreement toward commercializing smart agriculture products
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株式会社welzo has signed a joint research agreement with Professor Yoshihito Ogata of the Faculty of Design, 九州大学, Graduate School, with the aim of commercializing smart agriculture equipment through product design and improvements to the UI of farm management systems.
Facts
Aug. 7, 2026
Capital: 470 million yen
Revenue: ¥48,805 million (fiscal year ending December 2025)
A special Momo appears to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the original “To LOVEる -とらぶる-”!
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株式会社デザインココ will begin accepting preorders at COCOストア for a 1/7-scale figure of Momo Belia Deviluke, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the original “To LOVEる -とらぶる-”.
Mobile buying service 買いクル佐世保店 marks its 4th anniversary. Home appraisals available for unused furniture and appliances as people reassess their lives this fall
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The mobile buying specialist 買いクル佐世保店, operated by 株式会社RC, will mark its 4th anniversary in October 2026. It offers home appraisals and purchases of a wide range of items, including furniture and appliances, as people reassess their living arrangements in the fall.
Facts
4th anniversary
We will celebrate our 4th anniversary in October 2026
Sir Thomas LIPTON: Starting Thursday, October 15, the “Japanese Chestnut Mont Blanc Fair” invites you to savor tea and the deepening autumn. Enjoy an autumn-limited dessert pairing the refined sweetness of Japanese chestnuts with Earl Grey.
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Sir Thomas LIPTON ティーハウス, operated by 株式会社フクナガ, will hold an autumn-only dessert fair themed around Japanese chestnuts and Earl Grey from Oct. 15. The Sanjo Main Store, Shijo Store and Porta Store will offer pairing desserts such as parfaits, pancakes, waffles and crepes, as well as Japanese chestnut royal milk tea. The fair will run through the end of November.
Facts
¥1,800 (tax included)
2,200 yen (tax included)
960 yen (tax included)
Oct. 15 (Thu.)
End of November
Companies mentioned：株式会社フクナガ、Sir Thomas LIPTON ティーハウス、Sir Thomas LIPTON
エムシーディースリー and Across Digital reach basic agreement on business partnership to promote AI-powered business co-creation and industrial transformation
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エムシーディースリー株式会社 and Across Digital have signed a basic agreement on a business partnership to jointly promote business development and business transformation across industries using AI, data and digital technologies.
Signing of project financing agreement for grid-scale battery storage business
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日本蓄電池株式会社 and 株式会社リミックスポイント jointly invest in 合同会社NCパイオニア, which has signed a project financing agreement with SMTBリース株式会社 as the senior lender. The project covers 7 high-voltage grid-scale battery storage facilities nationwide.
New release: “FLAVORING CHOCOLATE,” featuring natural flavors to delight the senses with their aroma, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
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アットアロマ株式会社 will launch “FLAVORING CHOCOLATE,” made with natural flavors, in limited quantities starting Oct. 16, 2026, in collaboration with chocobanashi, a chocolate specialty shop in Gojo, Nara Prefecture.
Italian restaurant “Pizzeria＆Bar LOGIC” revamps its main menu
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Italian restaurant “Pizzeria＆Bar LOGIC,” operated by 株式会社オーイズミフーズ, revamped its main menu on Oct. 7, 2026, and began offering new items including pizza, omelets and lasagna.
Facts
Oct. 7, 2026
Namba, Honmachi, Umeda, Tennoji, Ura-Namba
Established: 1982
Companies mentioned：株式会社オーイズミフーズ、Pizzeria＆Bar LOGIC、くいもの屋 わん、BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE
“POCKETALK X” undergoes its first field test at Kansai International Airport using the final model ahead of commercialization
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ポケトーク株式会社 will conduct a field test at Kansai International Airport from Oct. 8 to 22, 2026, using the final model of its AI simultaneous interpretation device “POCKETALK X” ahead of commercialization.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Thursday, October 22
Feb. 2026
Monthly rental: 22,000 yen (tax included)
Annual rental: 220,000 yen (tax included)
Buyout plan: 440,000 yen (tax included)
Software usage fee: 132,000 yen (tax included) per year
First in the northern Kinki area: Smart trash bin “SmaGO” installed at the “Tamba Obaachan no Sato” roadside station in Hyogo Prefecture; operations begin Oct. 1
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フォーステック installed the environmentally friendly IoT smart trash bin “SmaGO” at the “Tamba Obaachan no Sato” roadside station in Hyogo Prefecture and began operations on Oct. 1, 2026. The first installation in the northern Kinki area, the project uses a subsidy program from 観光庁 and aims to prevent overflowing trash and improve collection efficiency.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
More than 430,000 visitors annually
Automatically compresses trash to approximately 1/5 of its volume
Installed at approximately 80 locations nationwide
Data breach reports raised concern among 9割 of large companies and those in the 5割 range of small and midsize companies; only 7.1% of small and midsize companies reviewed customer information management after the reports
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According to a survey by 株式会社ミツモア, after reports of personal information leaks, 9割 of large companies felt more concerned, compared with those in the 5割 range of small and midsize companies. Only 7.1% of small and midsize companies reviewed their countermeasures. A lack of specialized knowledge and uncertainty about “what to do” remain obstacles.
Facts
229 people involved in selecting and deciding on vendors at companies with 1,000 or more employees
229 owners and executives of small and midsize companies with fewer than 300 employees
A special local history exhibit themed “The Past of Toyohara Kitajima Shrine” will be held at 瀬戸内市民図書館 in Setouchi, Okayama Prefecture, from Oct. 1, Reiwa 8, to Jan. 26, Reiwa 9.
[Sayama, Saitama Prefecture] “The 16th if Inariyama Festa,” a charity event supporting reconstruction, will be held Oct. 11 (Sun.) in lush Sayama Inariyama Park!
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The charity event “The 16th if Inariyama Festa,” supporting recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, will be held on Oct. 11, 2026, at Sayama Inariyama Prefectural Park in Sayama, Saitama Prefecture. Admission is free.
Field AI platform “KANNA” launches “Baseline” feature to visualize changes to project schedule plans
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株式会社アルダグラム has launched “Baseline,” a new feature for its field AI platform “KANNA.” The feature saves schedules from the time of contract or project start and compares them with current plans and actual results, helping users manage schedule changes and planned-versus-actual progress rates.
[Warutako] “Warutako Konoha Mall Hashimoto” to open Oct. 8, 2026, as the brand’s 2nd location in Fukuoka Prefecture
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“Warutako Konoha Mall Hashimoto,” the brand’s 2nd location in Fukuoka Prefecture, opened on Oct. 8, 2026, at the Konoha Mall Hashimoto shopping center in Nishi Ward, Fukuoka. The Kansai-style takoyaki shop “笑たこ” is operated by 株式会社SMILE WHO’S, a group company of 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ.
Inbound tourism marketing company Onwords wins contract to train successors for “Shiraishi-yaki” revival project in Miyaki, Saga Prefecture
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Onwords, a subsidiary of 株式会社チェンジホールディングス, has been contracted to train successors for the revival project for “Shiraishi-yaki,” a traditional craft in Miyaki, Saga Prefecture. It is launching full-scale efforts to build a sustainable system through product development and landscape improvements.
Facts
Approximately 220 years of history
At its peak, approximately 60 kiln operators
Now, only 4 kilns use the name “Shiraishi-yaki”
Companies mentioned：株式会社チェンジホールディングス、株式会社Onwords、Onwords、株式会社ニッポン手仕事図鑑、ニッポン手仕事図鑑、株式会社Culture Generation Japan
[First in the Hokushinetsu region] Subscription-based indoor golf facility “SMART GOLF” to open in grand style near Niigata Station South in September
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株式会社SMART GOLF opened “SMART GOLF Niigata Station South Benten Line Store,” its first location in the Hokushinetsu region, in September 2026. The company currently operates approximately 220 locations, mainly across 1都3県, and offers subscription-based, members-only indoor golf practice facilities.
株式会社保険見直し本舗, a subsidiary of 株式会社保険見直し本舗グループ, will open a new store, “保険見直し本舗 グランデュオ蒲田店,” at Granduo Kamata West Building in Ota Ward, Tokyo, on October 9, 2026.
AI data agent “Squadbase” adopts TiDB Cloud for analytics platform “Squadbase DB”
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Squadbase株式会社 has adopted PingCAP’s TiDB Cloud for “Squadbase DB,” the analytics platform for its AI data agent platform “Squadbase,” enabling a transition to organization-level connections and domestic data storage.
Enjoy gourmet food, outdoor experiences, and shopping with your dog in a forest awash in autumn colors! “Autumn Foliage Marche” and “Doggie Petit Marche” to be held on November 1 (Sunday)
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Resol no Mori will hold the “Autumn Foliage Marche” and the first-ever “Doggie Petit Marche” on November 1, 2026. The event will feature approximately 20 vendors, outdoor activity programs, and a café concert.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
About 20 shops
1,500 yen/person
Companies mentioned：Sport & Do Resort リソルの森、リソルの森株式会社、ホテルトリニティ書斎、レストラン ブローニュ、Lumière
日本ロレアル株式会社’s brand メイベリン ニューヨーク will launch limited-edition products featuring special “The Powerpuff Girls” packaging on October 24, 2026, in partnership with ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー グローバル・コンシューマープロダクツ. The products will be available in limited quantities.
株式会社グラファー announced that 愛媛県宇和島市 will pilot “Graffer AI Operator,” which uses generative AI to handle calls about My Number Card services at the Municipal Affairs Division, starting October 5, 2026.
再春館製薬所 launches “DomoPlus（ドモプラス）,” a new brand applying Domohorn Wrinkle expertise to the whole body
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株式会社再春館製薬所 will launch “DomoPlus（ドモプラス）” in October 2026, a new brand applying Domohorn Wrinkle expertise to the whole body, and will begin offering its first product, “Neck & Décolleté Cream.”
Fairy Devices to exhibit jointly with AVITA and Booster Robotics at “CEATEC 2026”
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Fairy Devices株式会社 will exhibit at “CEATEC 2026” jointly with AVITA株式会社 and Booster Robotics社, showcasing the neck-worn wearable device “THINKLET®,” the remote support service “LINKLET,” and next-generation devices.
Beta version released for “POWER GRID Check for Substation,” a remote inspection application for substations
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株式会社センシンロボティクス has released the beta version of “POWER GRID Check for Substation,” a remote inspection application for substations developed through joint research with Chubu Electric Power Grid.
Facts
In field use for the maintenance of power transmission facilities since 2021
5 years of operational experience inspecting power transmission facilities
Since 2023, we have been engaged in joint research and development*1 to realize smart substation maintenance using robotics and AI
We will proceed with phased development and updates toward a commercial version, targeting around spring 2027
Warmth and ease of use for winter photography. “OM SYSTEM × Foxfire Octa Mitten Gloves” now on sale
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OM Digital Solutions is launching “OM SYSTEM × Foxfire Octa Mitten Gloves,” developed jointly with 株式会社ティムコ, which operates the outdoor brand “Foxfire.”
ソニービズネットワークス’ internal chatbot service “Assist AI Chat Bot” begins integration with “Microsoft SharePoint”
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The internal chatbot “Assist AI Chat Bot” provided by ソニービズネットワークス has added integration with Microsoft SharePoint and undergone a complete UI redesign.
Facts
Service launched in 2013
In July 2019, integrated ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ株式会社’s corporate cloud and network services business
A new way to live with pets without compromising on interior design. アクタス’ premium interiors brand “nepheeco,” made to share with pets, debuts Saturday, September 19
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株式会社アクタス launched “nepheeco,” an interior brand for living with pets, on September 19 and will hold a POP UP event at Actus Shinjuku from October 10, 2026.
First hot pot soup from Japan-born brand “コリコレ”! “コリコレ プデチゲ鍋つゆ ストレート,” making authentic Korean budae-jjigae easier to enjoy, launches Monday, October 12
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株式会社農心ジャパン will launch its first straight-type hot pot soup base, “Kori Kore Budae-jjigae Hot Pot Soup Base, Straight Type,” under its Japan-origin brand “Kori Kore” on October 12, 2026.
How can we support people who have been hurt and change Japan’s sports environment? “Safe Sports: Care and Redress” published. Proposals for establishing a “Japan Safe Sport Center” to protect everyone who participates in, watches or supports sports
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株式会社東洋館出版社 will publish “Safe Sports: Care and Redress,” a book featuring the full report by ヒューマン・ライツ・ウォッチ and proposing measures and redress to address challenges in creating a “safe sports” environment free of violence and discrimination, on October 13, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 13, 2026
Pages: 360
Price: ¥2,860 (10% tax included)
Announced in July 2020
Sept. 2025
Companies mentioned：株式会社東洋館出版社、東洋館出版社、ヒューマン・ライツ・ウォッチ、HRW、ジャパンセーフスポーツ・プロジェクト、Field-R法律事務所、日本スポーツ仲裁機構、鹿屋体育大学、関西大学、日本体育大学、日本サッカー協会、国立精神・神経医療研究センター、S.C.P. Japan、飛騨シューレ、ATHLEAD UK、Centre for Sport and Human Rights
“Bread and drinks” in Shibuya’s department-store food halls: breads that pair well with alcohol come together across stores, alongside recommended wines selected by a sommelier and “bread companions” such as butter and jam. Autumn product recommendations from the Shibuya food area operated by Tokyu Department Store
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The “SHIBUYA FOOD ISLANDS” food area operated by Tokyu Department Store will present products for autumn, including breads that pair well with alcoholic drinks, wines and cheeses.
Facts
4 locations, 8 floors
Approximately 240 shops
Original合計約10,000㎡
Mentaiko cheese, 1 piece, ¥691
Rustic bread with red bean paste and butter, 1 piece, ¥378
ターキッシュ エアラインズ to host IATA World Safety and Operations Conference in Istanbul
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ターキッシュ エアラインズ is hosting the IATA World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) in Istanbul from October 6, 2026, for discussions on improving aviation safety and supporting personnel under the theme “Performance Through People.”
Facts
From October 6, 2026
Runs through October 8, 2026
Operates 568 aircraft for passenger and cargo services
Roundtable held: “Policy Approaches to Preventing Severe Nonviral Hepatitis, the ‘Silent Killer’ — The Front Lines of Specific Health Checkup Screening and Coordination Between Primary Care Physicians and Specialists”
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The Japan Public Affairs Association held a roundtable on September 24, 2026, on “Policy Approaches to Preventing Severe Nonviral Hepatitis, the ‘Silent Killer’” and made policy recommendations on specific health checkup screening, coordination between clinics and hospitals, and the establishment of an exercise rehabilitation system.
Facts
ALT over 30 (see your primary care physician if ALT exceeds 30 U/L)
Rehabilitation for disuse syndrome provided by physical therapists with a track record of more than 2,000 cases
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 日本パブリックアフェアーズ協会、日本医療伝道会衣笠病院グループ、奈良県立医科大学、虎の門病院、NPO法人東京肝臓友の会、自由民主党、パブリックアフェアーズジャパン株式会社、TMI総合法律事務所、信州大学社会基盤研究所、慶應義塾大学大学院経営管理研究科、慶應義塾大学総合政策学部、医療経済研究機構、東京大学公共政策大学院、慶應義塾大学政策・メディア研究科、名古屋商科大学ビジネススクール、早稲田大学、広島大学産学連携部バイオデザイン部門、一般社団法人Medical Excellence JAPAN
Pharmacist-supervised: Four seasonal medicinal hot pots inspired by the Four Guardian Deities to be served from October 8 at Risoan, the Saga beef dining restaurant at Wataya Besso in Ureshino Onsen.
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株式会社和多屋別荘 will begin serving “Seasonal Medicinal Hot Pot,” a pharmacist-supervised medicinal hot pot course, at its in-house Saga beef dining restaurant “Risoan” from October 8, 2026.
[Yokohama, QUAYS] Third Gold Edition release! “NUMBER EIGHT GIN 2026 Gold Edition,” a craft gin with the aroma of Shonan Gold, to go on sale in limited quantities from Thursday, October 8
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株式会社HUGE will release “NUMBER EIGHT GIN 2026 Gold Edition,” a craft gin made with “Shonan Gold” from Kanagawa Prefecture, in limited quantities from October 8.
Facts
Operates 48 restaurants in Japan and overseas
On sale in limited quantities from Thursday, October 8
Original同日19:00より100本限定で販売を開始
Limited to 100 pieces
Price: ¥6,600 at HUGEst. / QUAYS pacific grill stores
[Ahead of Black Friday, 60% intend to take stock of their homes before shopping] Encouraging people to tidy up and let go of items before sales, then check what they need before buying
Companies mentioned：ブックオフグループホールディングス株式会社、ブックオフ、BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR、ブックオフ宅配買取、R-LOOP、Rehello by BOOKOFF、hugall、aidect、BOOKOFF USA、Jalan Jalan Japan、リユース経済新聞社、環境省
Flynn, a leading North American roofing and exterior contracting company, builds digital foundation for next phase of growth with IFS Cloud
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North American roofing and exterior contractor Flynn Group of Companies has adopted IFS Cloud from IFSジャパン株式会社 as a foundation for growth. The move will support the work of more than 6,000 employees in Canada and the United States and improve operational efficiency through AI and automation.
Facts
Sept. 29, 2026
More than 6,000 employees
More than 35 locations
1978
Companies mentioned：IFSジャパン株式会社、IFS、Flynn Group of Companies、Flynn
公益社団法人日本青年会議所 announces its 2027 directors and officers
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公益社団法人日本青年会議所 approved its directors and officers for 2027 at its 183rd general meeting on October 2, 2026. Keita Sugawara will become the new chairperson, serving from January 1 through December 31, 2027.
indent raises 1.1 billion yen in a Series B round.
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株式会社indent raised a total of 1.1 billion yen from JAFCO, ニッセイ・キャピタル, EX Innovation Fund and 日本政策金融公庫, completing the final close of its Series B round.
Exhibiting a booth for the telemedicine system Teladoc HEALTH at the 54th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine
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ウィーメックス株式会社 will exhibit a booth for the telemedicine system Teladoc HEALTH and hold a luncheon seminar at the 54th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine, to be held in Nagasaki in October 2026.
Kōsaku Shima appointed DXYZ’s CKO (Chief Kao Officer)
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DXYZ株式会社 announced that Kōsaku Shima, the protagonist of the manga Shima Kōsaku, was appointed CKO (Chief Kao Officer / Chief Facial Recognition Officer) of the company, which provides the facial recognition ID platform FreeiD, effective October 1, 2026. The company aims to step up its expansion in the office sector, strengthening security and improving productivity.
Facts
“FreeiD apartments” has surpassed 462 buildings※
Appointed the company’s CKO effective October 1, 2026
Cumulative circulation has exceeded 47 million copies
[34th] Blood Cancer Shittoka Night: Notice of “How to Assess and Navigate Complementary and Alternative Therapies”
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認定NPO法人キャンサーネットジャパン will hold the 34th online seminar, “Blood Cancer Shittoka Night,” on December 17, 2026, on the theme of “How to Assess and Navigate Complementary and Alternative Therapies.” Professor Satoshi Ohno of 島根大学医学部附属病院 will speak about how to identify reliable information on folk remedies, supplements and other topics.
株式会社Elith signs sales agency agreement with テクマトリックス株式会社 for generative AI quality evaluation tool “GENFLUX Evaluation”
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株式会社Elith signed a sales agency agreement with テクマトリックス株式会社 for the generative AI quality evaluation tool “GENFLUX Evaluation.” Sales will begin on October 1, 2026, to support businesses in using generative AI.
Food tech company AGRIST obtains “Midori Certification” to advance decarbonization efforts
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AGRIST株式会社 obtained “Midori Certification” for its decarbonization efforts at its farm in Higashikushira, Kagoshima Prefecture. During the plan period from January 2026 to January 2031, it aims to reduce chemical fertilizer use and CO2 emissions through data utilization and environmental control technologies.
Facts
Managed area: 28.8 ares
From January 2026
Plan period through January 2031
From 186 kg annually
To 167 kg
Targeting a reduction of about 10%
Aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 10%
Aiming to reduce both the number of chemical pesticide applications and the amount used by about 20%
“Legacy habits” are holding back corporate security
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According to the “2026 Global Authentication Survey,” a joint report by Okta and Yubico, the main causes of stagnating corporate security are not employees’ lack of knowledge, but “legacy habits” such as password use and structural problems. As AI threats increase, organizations need to shift away from relying on education and toward “structural enforcement” that makes security the default.
Facts
88% of security leaders said they were confident in their organization’s current security posture
About 2,000 technology and security professionals across 9 countries
87% were familiar with passkeys
31% identified device-bound, hardware-protected passkeys as the most secure credentials
43% of security professionals still use passwords to log in to work
More than half of respondents (52%) received username and password credentials when they joined their organization
76% of organizations use fragmented authentication methods across different internal applications
45% use usernames and passwords across those systems
Original過去1年間で、回答者の70%が組織へのフィッシングの増加を指摘し
44% reported that their organization had been victim to at least 1 successful AI-driven attack
43% experienced suspicious video, audio or phone impersonations targeting executives or customers
Only 36% correctly identified messages written by humans
91% said verifying the identities of AI agents is essential
57% called it “extremely important”
From routine schedule management (35%) to drafting internal communications (35%)
68% of Gen Z professionals are comfortable letting AI agents interact with customers on their behalf
Compared with just 27% of baby boomers
A majority of respondents (91%) strongly insist on maintaining a “human-in-the-loop” approval step before AI agents take high-risk actions on their behalf, such as privilege escalation or executing financial transactions
アンドパッド named to “NextGen Tech 30 2026” as one of Asia’s 30 leading next-generation growth companies
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株式会社アンドパッド, operator of the construction vertical AI platform ANDPAD, has been selected as one of Asia’s 30 leading companies in the international growth-company awards program “NextGen Tech 30 2026,” led by Granite Asia.
“Aikatsu! Encore” is coming! — Data Carddass “Aikatsu! Encore” launches on Oct. 8, 2026
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株式会社バンダイ announced that its latest Data Carddass series, “Aikatsu! Encore,” will begin rolling out nationwide on Oct. 8, 2026. Kanna Hashimoto has been named its Legend Collaboration Partner, and the launch will also tie in with encore broadcasts of the TV anime.
Facts
11 people in all will appear
Cumulative card shipments exceed 1億1千万
Reached 15.9 billion yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイ、バンダイナムコグループ、DENTSU、TV TOKYO
Lee Brown, Pinterest chief business officer, to deliver keynote at ad:tech tokyo 2026
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Pinterest Chief Business Officer Lee Brown, ピンタレスト・ジャパン合同会社 Managing Director Takashi Narita, and KDDI株式会社’s Mitsuru Gosha will deliver keynote speeches at ad:tech tokyo 2026, it was announced.
Facts
Oct. 21–23
640 million monthly active users worldwide
Attendance: approximately 16,000
More than 170 B2C/B2B events worldwide
30 countries worldwide
More than 3 million attendees in 30 countries worldwide
Brought “ad:tech” to Japan for the first time in 2009
Joint webinar “Are your HR initiatives delivering the intended results? Practical measures that work now, from recruitment to retention and employee success” to be held on Oct. 21
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株式会社シェアウィズ will hold a joint webinar on Oct. 21, with 4 companies presenting practical measures related to recruitment, employee benefits, management, and exam fairness.
株式会社WOW WORLD will exhibit at “DIS World in Kyoto,” to be held in Kyoto on Oct. 21–22, 2026, and showcase its in-house email distribution system “WEBCAS e-mail” and web survey system “WEBCAS formulator.”
Facts
More than 12,000 companies have adopted the service
スペースデータ releases 7 demonstration videos for “RobotBrain,” enabling comparisons of robot numbers, placement and blind spots before deployment
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株式会社スペースデータ has released 7 demonstrations of “RobotBrain,” which enables users to compare and assess robot numbers, placement, blind spots and other factors in a virtual space before deployment.
A new workspace opens in Ayase, Adachi Ward, where the population continues to grow: BIZcomfort opens on Oct. 15 to support commuting to central Tokyo and working from home
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株式会社WOOC will open a new workspace, “BIZcomfort Ayase,” in Ayase, Adachi Ward, on Oct. 15, 2026. Responding to the needs of an area with a growing population, it will offer coworking spaces and rental offices to support hybrid work and entrepreneurship.
Swiss luxury watch brand フランク ミュラー and toy company マテル have announced a collaboration with fashion doll Barbie® (バービー). Several models will be released, including the “Vanguard Lady Barbie,” limited to 100 pieces, with prices ranging from ¥2,200,000 to ¥5,610,000 (tax included).
Licensed merchandise for the 5th Asian Para Games (Aichi-Nagoya): “Uzumin Piyorin” on sale
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ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社 will sell “Uzumin Piyorin,” a limited-edition sweet inspired by the mascot “Uzumin,” as licensed merchandise for the 5th Asian Para Games (Aichi-Nagoya), for 3 days starting Oct. 17, 2026.
ベルシステム24 to speak at “HDI Academy 2026 / KCS Academy 2026,” held on Oct. 22 and 23
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株式会社ベルシステム24 will speak at “HDI Academy 2026 / KCS Academy 2026,” to be held at 新宿京王プラザホテル on Oct. 22 and 23, 2026, and hold a session on its generative AI solution “Hybrid Operation Loop®.”
Shuttlerock Japan significantly revamps the campaign support service page for “Shuttlerock BBF for X” — Expanded information on the latest methods and plans by objective, with everything from planning to inquiries handled on one page
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Shuttlerock Japan has significantly revamped the instant-win campaign support service page for “Shuttlerock BBF for X,” a campaign support service leveraging X (Twitter). The page now systematically organizes the latest methods, plans by objective, and case studies, with everything from planning to inquiries handled on one page.
Facts
Campaign tools from a total of 4 companies
Official partner of 9 major social media platforms
魚べい and 元気寿司 cheer on 宇都宮ブレックス as the 2026-27 season opens! Collaboration sets featuring exclusive ブレッキー＆ベリーちゃん stickers are here
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株式会社Genki Global Dining Concepts will hold a “Season Opener Support Campaign” at 魚べい and 元気寿司 locations nationwide from October 9, 2026, as a collaboration with B.LEAGUE professional basketball team 宇都宮ブレックス. The campaign will feature collaboration sets with exclusive stickers and a giveaway campaign on X.
Facts
700 yen
¥770 including tax
2,000 yen worth of meal vouchers
16 people
10 winners
1 winner
Companies mentioned：株式会社Genki Global Dining Concepts、魚べい、元気寿司、宇都宮ブレックス、株式会社栃木ブレックス、千両、GENKI SUSHI×魚べい、大阪焼肉 うま勝