# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-08 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 8 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1153 items from 3 sources; Taiwan, 99 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Tokyo Gakugei University will participate in “Giving Campaign 2026,” a student-led fundraising event being held at 113 universities nationwide

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000062740.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281788-en.html
- anchor: #n3258081
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人東京学芸大学、株式会社Alumnote、高専人会

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.

Facts:
- The event is being held for the 7th time
- This is the 3rd time participating
- Donations start at ¥1,000

## Flitto Japan begins offering rights-cleared Japanese conversational audio data

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000028944.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281785-en.html
- anchor: #n3258080
- Companies mentioned: フリットジャパン株式会社、Flittoグループ、Data Marketplace、Flitto Inc.

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

## [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”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000134923.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281781-en.html
- anchor: #n3258079
- 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

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

## Specially designed Piyorin commemorating the 5th Asian Para Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya)

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000174790.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281778-en.html
- anchor: #n3258078
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社、愛知・名古屋2026マーケティング代理店業務共同事業体ライセンシング事務局

“Uzumin Piyorin,” featuring a special design commemorating the 5th Asian Para Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya), will go on sale from October 17, 2026.

Facts:
- 580 yen
- 480 yen
- Oct. 17, 2026

## タイトリスト launches LINKSLEGEND golf bags, offering traditional design with modern functionality

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000085009.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281775-en.html
- anchor: #n3258077
- Companies mentioned: アクシネット ジャパン インク、アクシネットジャパンインク、TITLEIST、タイトリスト

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.

Facts:
- Size: 8.5 inches (fits 47-inch clubs)
- Weight: 3.2 kg (including hood)

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000035541.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281769-en.html
- anchor: #n3258076
- Companies mentioned: 佐藤製薬株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026

## Mental health support service My Sherpa to exhibit at the “26th Business Fair”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000073210.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281766-en.html
- anchor: #n3258075
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイシェルパ、Forbes JAPAN

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
- 30 next-generation impact startups

## “Giving Campaign 2026,” Japan’s largest student organization fundraising event, kicks off October 16!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000091371.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281763-en.html
- anchor: #n3258074
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Alumnote、一般財団法人高専人会

“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.

Facts:
- Approximately 3,000 organizations
- 115 institutions
- 113 universities
- 2 colleges of technology
- Oct. 16, 2026
- Oct. 25

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000107124.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281760-en.html
- anchor: #n3258073
- Companies mentioned: Ulike株式会社、Amazon、ドン・キホーテ、株式会社富士経済、フロスト＆サリバン、CVC、SGS

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.

Facts:
- Up to 40% OFF
- Worldwide cumulative sales of 10 million units
- High output of 28J(*3)
- Even after 30 minutes of use
- Can keep the skin surface temperature at 16°C(*6)
- Capable of 900,000 flashes(*8)
- The most powerful in Ulike history: 30J(*10)
- Cools the treatment surface to 5°C or below(*15)
- Lightweight, compact body weighing just 287g

## 株式会社セガ publishes case study on implementing “Agentic Engine” data utilization platform for “Persona 5: The Phantom X”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000104020.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281753-en.html
- anchor: #n3258072
- Companies mentioned: ThinkingAI、シンキングデータ株式会社、株式会社セガ、セガ社、セガ、パーフェクトワールド、アトラス

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
- Launch date: June 26, 2025

## Beauty professionals praise the “just-right effortless look” and “soft brown.” oméme’s new shade, “oméme lash serum BR,” launches today

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000065134.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281751-en.html
- anchor: #n3258071
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社and US、株式会社富士経済

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.

Facts:
- Today, Thursday, October 8, 2026
- Suggested retail price: 4,290 yen (tax included)
- Net weight: 7.5g

## Toward the future of infectious disease control and environmental hygiene

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000006757.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281741-en.html
- anchor: #n3258070
- Companies mentioned: エーザイ株式会社、ジェクス株式会社、広島大学、帝塚山大学、一般社団法人 繊維評価技術協議会（JTETC）

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 29, 2026
- 12:50～14:20

## “Skyberry eSIM®” extends “Sign up now and save on your monthly fee indefinitely” campaign

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000002159.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281735-en.html
- anchor: #n3258069
- Companies mentioned: a2network株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Through Sunday, December 20, 2026
- Coverage in 94 countries and regions worldwide
- 12GB ... 3,980 yen
- 12GB ... 5,480 yen

## A special event connecting with fans around the world! “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Global Home Premiere Party to be held!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000036028.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281729-en.html
- anchor: #n3258068
- 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

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
- 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

## Furusato tax donation project “Kodomo Furusato Bin” gets underway in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000113664.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281806-en.html
- anchor: #n3258067
- Companies mentioned: ネッスー株式会社、フードバンクみやこのじょう、特定非営利活動法人らしく、JA

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.

Facts:
- 78kg of Miyazaki beef in total
- August 2026
- 42kg of Miyazaki beef
- 36kg of Miyazaki beef
- 12 children’s cafeterias in total

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000078951.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281802-en.html
- anchor: #n3258066
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社白寿生科学研究所

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 13, 2026
- 4 symptoms
- 1964

## [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”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000048575.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281796-en.html
- anchor: #n3258065
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社miraii、一般社団法人あそびまなびラボ、関西電力株式会社、株式会社大広、株式会社ＵＡＣＪ、住友林業株式会社、Mojang社、Microsoft社

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.

Facts:
- 489 households
- Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
- All 12 booths

## “PIST6 Autumn Festival 2026” to be held October 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000166147.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281793-en.html
- anchor: #n3258064
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JPF、株式会社biima、SBI証券、早稲田大学

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.

Facts:
- 2026年10月24日(土)・25日(日)
- 12:00～19:00
- 1周250メートル
- More than 80 companies nationwide
- 400 classrooms nationwide

## ACSiON (アクシオン) expands phishing prevention support for ヒロセ通商 to the entire group

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000071230.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281787-en.html
- anchor: #n3258063
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ACSiON、アクシオン、ヒロセ通商、ヒロセ通商株式会社、JFX株式会社

株式会社ACSiON will expand its phishing prevention support for ヒロセ通商 to its subsidiary JFX株式会社 and overseas group companies starting in September 2026.

Facts:
- September 2026
- 24-hour coverage

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000176421.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281782-en.html
- anchor: #n3258062
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社ナチュラルスマイル、ナチュラルスマイルピザ、谷山商店街通り会連合会、日置市、Payどん、出前館、魔法のパスタ伊集院店

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.

Facts:
- 3 stores
- 30% premium
- For 25,000 yen
- you can use 32,500 yen worth
- 1口5,000円で
- you can use 6,500 yen worth
- 10% of the amount is returned as points
- Through November 30, 2026
- 8 popular items

## [Surveroid] New “Inter-question Randomization” feature released, enabling highly accurate concept research

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000105399.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281773-en.html
- anchor: #n3258061
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーケティングアプリケーションズ、Surveroid

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.

Facts:
- Established: May 26, 2022
- Capital: 100 million yen

## [4Login case study] Selected for identity verification on the benefits distribution site for the MEWLIVE 3rd Anniversary Karaoke Party

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000001103.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281771-en.html
- anchor: #n3258060
- Companies mentioned: パスロジ株式会社、株式会社バンダイナムコミュージックライブ、デンソーウェーブ株式会社

パスロジ株式会社の認証プラットフォーム「4Login」が、株式会社バンダイナムコミュージックライブのVTuberプロジェクト「MEWLIVE PROJECT」のファンイベント「MEWLIVE 3周年記念カラオケパーティー」の特典配布サイトにおける本人認証に採用された。

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- 39 cases in Japan
- 127 cases in Japan and overseas combined
- More than 1.17 million licenses issued to date
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 株式会社エー・オー・シー signs a Scramble Partner agreement!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000062410.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281765-en.html
- anchor: #n3258059
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人次世代ロボットエンジニア支援機構、Scramble、株式会社エー・オー・シー

一般社団法人次世代ロボットエンジニア支援機構 (Scramble) and staffing services provider 株式会社エー・オー・シー have signed a “Scramble Partner” agreement.

Facts:
- Founded in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, in 1991 (Heisei 3)
- Established: May 2020

## “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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000163718.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281759-en.html
- anchor: #n3258058
- Companies mentioned: 勝山高原開発株式会社、株式会社Japan Snow Mountain Consulting、JSMC、全日本スキー連盟、JAM福井勝山マウンテンリゾート、スキージャム勝山、JAM福井勝山東急ホテル＆リゾーツ

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
- 100 guest rooms in total

## 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.

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000137986.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281754-en.html
- anchor: #n3258057
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンボイスイッチ、RareCoinShop、Stack’s Bowers Galleries、Heritage Auctions

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
- the 1894-S Barber Dime
- sold for $12,000
- with a history spanning approximately 2,400 years
- with more than 3,000 bidders participating
- The total sales exceeded $26 million

## “Radiance and brightness.” Enjoy CLIGRAM’s Bright Care in a limited-edition Christmas coffret

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000059954.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281745-en.html
- anchor: #n3258056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘッドスプリング、CLIGRAM

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Worth 6,077 yen
- 19,250 yen (tax included)
- Set of 2

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000035974.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281739-en.html
- anchor: #n3258055
- 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

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
- 1社当たり5分間
- Approximately 4.2 billion yen
- Approximately 70 companies

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000158930.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281725-en.html
- anchor: #n3258054
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ランナーズ・ウェルネス、よこはまコスモワールド、泉陽興業株式会社、アットヨコハマ、横浜市浴場協同組合、横浜みなとみらい万葉倶楽部、Yokohamaクラフトビールアソシエーション、カップヌードルミュージアム 横浜、SHOKZ、横浜ベイホテル東急

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 25
- Saturday, October 17
- Saturday, October 24
- 19:00～19:05
- More than 200 facilities and stores
- Thursday, October 1
- Adults: 750 yen
- Children: 380 yen
- Thursday, October 8
- Friday, the 20th
- 271 people in total

## Eyevol signs official partner agreement with 琉球ゴールデンキングス for the 2026-27 season

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000026590.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281726-en.html
- anchor: #n3258053
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイヴァン、Eyevol、沖縄バスケットボール株式会社、琉球ゴールデンキングス、りそなグループ

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.

Facts:
- 2026-27 season

## The second collaboration with “Brigitte Tanaka”! Limited-quantity items go on sale at ルル メリー stores from Wednesday, October 14, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000166726.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281846-en.html
- anchor: #n3258052
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メリーチョコレートカムパニー、Brigitte Tanaka、ルル メリー

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- 7,700 yen
- 55 x 120 x 43 (width x depth x height, mm)

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000074212.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281829-en.html
- anchor: #n3258051
- Companies mentioned: 中野製薬株式会社、Amazon、@cosme STORE、@cosme SHOPPING、ロフト

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
- including more than 700 reviews
- conducted for a limited group of 400 customers
- Since its founding in １９５９
- Number of employees: 251

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000081167.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281820-en.html
- anchor: #n3258050
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社友安製作所、カシカシ、株式会社ギフティ、giftee

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.

Facts:
- For 100 winners
- 31 days
- 4,000 rental spaces nationwide
- Up 30% from the previous month
- “giftee Sweets Box” worth 1,000 yen
- 5 winners
- “giftee Sweets Box” worth 500 yen
- 20 winners
- “giftee Sweets Box” worth 200 yen
- 75 people

## Corporate-only, delivery-based storage service “Stock MAMORU” to exhibit for the first time at “Sales & Digital Marketing Week [Autumn]”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000037527.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281817-en.html
- anchor: #n3258049
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本パープル、RX Japan合同会社

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.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- Adopted by more than 1,500 companies to date
- Admission: ¥5,000
- Approximately 140 yen in effective cost

## 株式会社welzo and 九州大学 sign joint research agreement toward commercializing smart agriculture products

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000072201.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281814-en.html
- anchor: #n3258048
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社welzo、welzo、国立大学法人九州大学、九州大学

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-”!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000089834.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281811-en.html
- anchor: #n3258047
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デザインココ、集英社、COCOストア

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-”.

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of the original work
- 1/7 scale
- October 8, 2026 (Thu.)
- Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026
- December 2027 (planned)
- 19,819 yen (excluding tax)
- 21,800 yen (tax included)
- Approx. 249 mm tall

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000163489.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281804-en.html
- anchor: #n3258046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RC、買いクル佐世保店

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
- Since opening in October 2022

## 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.

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000079035.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281798-en.html
- anchor: #n3258045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フクナガ、Sir Thomas LIPTON ティーハウス、Sir Thomas LIPTON

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000058133.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281792-en.html
- anchor: #n3258044
- Companies mentioned: エムシーディースリー株式会社、MCD3、Across Digital、株式会社インダストリー・ワン、エムシーデジタル株式会社、株式会社ＭＣデータプラス

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.

Facts:
- July 2025
- April 21, 2015
- January 6, 2023

## Signing of project financing agreement for grid-scale battery storage business

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000161802.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281789-en.html
- anchor: #n3258043
- Companies mentioned: 日本蓄電池株式会社、株式会社リミックスポイント、株式会社ecoプロパティーズ、合同会社NCパイオニア、SMTBリース株式会社

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.

Facts:
- A total of 7 projects

## フィシルコム revamps its PR support estimate simulator, clarifying the scope of AI drafting and human editing and review

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000145240.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281783-en.html
- anchor: #n3258042
- Companies mentioned: フィシルコム株式会社

フィシルコム株式会社 has revamped its estimate simulator for public relations and PR support, clarifying the scope of AI drafting and human editing and review.

Facts:
- 1本2,000字以内
- Established: October 26, 2020

## New release: “FLAVORING CHOCOLATE,” featuring natural flavors to delight the senses with their aroma, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 16, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000002024.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281496-en.html
- anchor: #n3257982
- Companies mentioned: アットアロマ株式会社、chocobanashi

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.

Facts:
- From Friday, October 16, 2026
- Net weight: 48 g
- Cocoa content is approximately 70%
- Price: ¥1,944 (tax included)

## Italian restaurant “Pizzeria＆Bar LOGIC” revamps its main menu

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000019589.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281492-en.html
- anchor: #n3257981
- 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

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

## “POCKETALK X” undergoes its first field test at Kansai International Airport using the final model ahead of commercialization

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000108954.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281488-en.html
- anchor: #n3257980
- Companies mentioned: ポケトーク株式会社

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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000080115.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281484-en.html
- anchor: #n3257979
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーステック、丹波ふるさと振興株式会社、観光庁

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
- Reduced collection frequency by approximately 70%
- Reduced littering by approximately 90%

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000026519.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281478-en.html
- anchor: #n3257978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミツモア、ミツモア

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
- 458 people in total

## 瀬戸内市民図書館郷土資料展示「せとうち発見の道」企画展「豊原北島神社の昔」を開催します[岡山県瀬戸内市]

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000184040.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281476-en.html
- anchor: #n3257977
- Companies mentioned: 瀬戸内市役所、瀬戸内市民図書館

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1 (Thu.), Reiwa 8
- Jan. 26 (Tue.), Reiwa 9
- Free

## [Sayama, Saitama Prefecture] “The 16th if Inariyama Festa,” a charity event supporting reconstruction, will be held Oct. 11 (Sun.) in lush Sayama Inariyama Park!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000042592.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281474-en.html
- anchor: #n3257976
- Companies mentioned: エミパーク狭山稲荷山、ifイナリヤマフェスタ実行委員会、狭山稲荷山公園パートナーズ、狭山市役所

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 11, 2026 (Sun.)
- 16th
- 10:00〜18:30
- From 16:30
- Until 18:30
- Admission: Free

## Field AI platform “KANNA” launches “Baseline” feature to visualize changes to project schedule plans

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000058603.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281470-en.html
- anchor: #n3257975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルダグラム、アルダグラム

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.

Facts:
- Save up to 10 items
- More than 100 countries worldwide
- Used by 100,000 companies (※)
- Supports 6 languages
- Established: May 2019

## [Warutako] “Warutako Konoha Mall Hashimoto” to open Oct. 8, 2026, as the brand’s 2nd location in Fukuoka Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000078364.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281465-en.html
- anchor: #n3257974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ、株式会社SMILE WHO’S、株式会社笑たこ

“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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- Normally 700 yen
- 500 yen

## Inbound tourism marketing company Onwords wins contract to train successors for “Shiraishi-yaki” revival project in Miyaki, Saga Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000084434.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281463-en.html
- anchor: #n3257973
- 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

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”

## 埼玉県熊谷市の公共施設120施設 包括管理業務で日本管財が契約候補者に選定

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000122806.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281460-en.html
- anchor: #n3257972
- Companies mentioned: 日本管財ホールディングス株式会社、日本管財株式会社、熊谷市、総務省

日本管財ホールディングスグループの日本管財は、埼玉県熊谷市の公共施設120施設を対象とした包括管理業務の公募型プロポーザルで契約候補者に選定され、2027年4月から5年間業務を行う予定。

Facts:
- Results were announced on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026
- From April 1, 2027 (Reiwa 9)
- Through March 31, 2032 (Reiwa 14)
- 5 years of work
- 4 parties submitted proposals

## [First in the Hokushinetsu region] Subscription-based indoor golf facility “SMART GOLF” to open in grand style near Niigata Station South in September

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000132489.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281527-en.html
- anchor: #n3257971
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＳＭＡＲＴ ＧＯＬＦ、株式会社SMART GOLF

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.

Facts:
- Approximately 220 stores nationwide
- Pre-opening on Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Grand opening on Saturday, September 26
- Available 24 hours a day
- Dedicated parking for 3 vehicles

## ＜東京都 大田区＞「保険見直し本舗 グランデュオ蒲田店」が2026年10月9日 金曜日オープン

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000136132.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281525-en.html
- anchor: #n3257970
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社保険見直し本舗グループ、株式会社保険見直し本舗

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- About 350 stores nationwide
- More than 40 insurance companies
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Number of employees: 2,359 (consolidated)

## AI data agent “Squadbase” adopts TiDB Cloud for analytics platform “Squadbase DB”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000050750.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281524-en.html
- anchor: #n3257969
- Companies mentioned: Squadbase株式会社、PingCAP

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.

Facts:
- Capital: 45 million yen
- Established: November 2016

## 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)

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000055952.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281522-en.html
- anchor: #n3257968
- 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

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

## 公益財団法人日本ライフセービング協会 and 株式会社オケアノース enter into partnership

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000043525.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281521-en.html
- anchor: #n3257967
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ライフセービング協会、株式会社オケアノース、神奈川県

公益財団法人日本ライフセービング協会（JLA）と株式会社オケアノースがパートナーシップを締結。オケアノースは第52回全日本ライフセービング選手権大会への協賛およびLWC2026日本代表のオフィシャルサポーターとして参画し、両者は水辺の安全推進と環境保全の取り組みを共同で推進する。

Facts:
- 52nd All-Japan Lifesaving Championships
- LWC2026 Japan Lifesaving National Team

## ガールズパワー炸裂！メイベリン ニューヨークの人気製品が「パワーパフ ガールズ」特別パッケージで10月24日に数量限定発売

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000036784.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281519-en.html
- anchor: #n3257966
- Companies mentioned: 日本ロレアル株式会社、メイベリン ニューヨーク、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、カートゥーン ネットワーク、ロレアルグループ

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
- 1,694 yen (tax included)
- 1,991 yen (tax included)
- 1,419 yen (tax included)
- 3,993 yen (tax included)
- 16-hour wear
- Ultra-fine 0.01mm* liquid liner
- 30-hour*1 foundation that resists fading

## 愛媛県宇和島市、市民課のマイナンバーカードに関する電話対応にAI電話「Graffer AIオペレーター」を実証導入

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000038525.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281515-en.html
- anchor: #n3257965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グラファー、愛媛県宇和島市、経済産業省

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.

Facts:
- From October 5, 2026
- Nov. 30, 2026
- 24-hour support
- 平日8時30分～17時15分
- More than 250 municipalities nationwide
- Adoption rate among designated cities: 70%
- Capital: ¥1,544,977,927

## 再春館製薬所 launches “DomoPlus（ドモプラス）,” a new brand applying Domohorn Wrinkle expertise to the whole body

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000051751.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281513-en.html
- anchor: #n3257964
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社再春館製薬所、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング、楽天市場

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.”

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- The 100th anniversary of its founding in 2032
- Cultivated over more than 50 years
- Price: 7,700 yen (tax included)
- Capacity: 50g
- On sale from: October 1, 2026
- Founded in Kumamoto in 1932

## Fairy Devices to exhibit jointly with AVITA and Booster Robotics at “CEATEC 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000042518.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281508-en.html
- anchor: #n3257963
- Companies mentioned: Fairy Devices株式会社、AVITA株式会社、Booster Robotics社、Microsoft、Time 社

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.

Facts:
- CEATEC 2026
- Event dates: October 13 (Tuesday)–16 (Friday)
- Our booth: 5H202
- 4G LTE module
- 5-channel microphone array
- CES 2022
- The world’s most in 3 categories

## Beta version released for “POWER GRID Check for Substation,” a remote inspection application for substations

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000028447.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281506-en.html
- anchor: #n3257962
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社センシンロボティクス、中部電力パワーグリッド株式会社

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
- Established: October 2015

## Warmth and ease of use for winter photography. “OM SYSTEM × Foxfire Octa Mitten Gloves” now on sale

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000071595.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281503-en.html
- anchor: #n3257961
- Companies mentioned: OMデジタルソリューションズ株式会社、OM SYSTEM、Foxfire、株式会社ティムコ、ティムコ、帝人フロンティア、オリンパス株式会社

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.”

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- 11,680 yen (tax included)
- Maximum diameter: ７２ mm

## ソニービズネットワークス’ internal chatbot service “Assist AI Chat Bot” begins integration with “Microsoft SharePoint”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000036584.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281500-en.html
- anchor: #n3257960
- Companies mentioned: ソニービズネットワークス株式会社、Microsoft、Microsoft Corporation、ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ株式会社、ソニー

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
- Entered the sales technology field in May 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000071744.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281497-en.html
- anchor: #n3257959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクタス、eilersen、FUUMA

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.

Facts:
- From Oct. 10, 2026 (Saturday)
- Since its founding in 1969

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000099515.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281459-en.html
- anchor: #n3257958
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社農心ジャパン、農心ジャパン、農心

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.

Facts:
- October 12, 2026
- ¥432 including tax
- Net weight: 750 g

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000026724.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281429-en.html
- anchor: #n3257957
- 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

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

## 静岡大学は、全国113大学で開催される学生による資金調達イベントGiving Campaign 2026に参加します

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000096787.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281428-en.html
- anchor: #n3257956
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人 静岡大学、静岡大学、Apple Pay、PayPay

静岡大学は、全国113大学で開催される学生による資金調達イベント「Giving Campaign 2026」に2024年から参加しており、2026年10月16日から25日まで開催される。

Facts:
- 113 universities nationwide
- Giving Campaign 2026
- Launched in 2021
- Participating since 2024
- Donations start at ¥1,000

## 北杜市、11月7日に子育て世代対象の「ほくと交流会(BBQ)」を開催

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000120806.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281425-en.html
- anchor: #n3257955
- Companies mentioned: 北杜市、七賢 白州名水公園べるが

山梨県北杜市は、2026年11月7日に「子育てファミリーほくと交流会(BBQ)」を開催する。参加費は中学生以上1,000円、小学生以下無料。申込締切は10月28日正午。

Facts:
- Nov. 7, 2026
- 10:45 a.m.
- 14時00分
- 1,000 yen
- October 28

## 静岡大学「第15回キャンパスフェスタin静岡」開催のご案内

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000096787.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281423-en.html
- anchor: #n3257954
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人 静岡大学、静岡大学

静岡大学は、教育・研究活動の成果を発信し地域貢献を図る目的で、2026年10月31日と11月1日に静岡キャンパスにて「第15回キャンパスフェスタin静岡」を開催する。

Facts:
- 15th
- Oct. 31, 2026
- Nov. 1
- 10:00～16:00
- Free

## “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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000020722.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281421-en.html
- anchor: #n3257953
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 東急百貨店、SHIBUYA FOOD ISLANDS、アルムベーグル、ジュウニブン ベーカリー 渋谷、ブリコラージュ ブレッド&カンパニー、メゾン・イチ、ブランジェ浅野屋、ル パン ドゥ ジョエル・ロブション、チーズ王国、エシレ・パティスリー オ ブール、ラベイユ、THE WINE by TOKYU DEPARTMENT STORE、安心院葡萄酒工房、三和酒類、京料理 大徳寺 さいき家、COOL Fuel、RUMBLE CRUMBLE、銀座立田野

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
- 合計約10,000㎡
- Mentaiko cheese, 1 piece, ¥691
- Rustic bread with red bean paste and butter, 1 piece, ¥378
- Cool chocolate, 1 piece, ¥480
- High-hydration rustic bread caprese, 1 piece, ¥486
- Shinshu-grown white potato bacon-and-potato epi with sansho miso, 1 piece, ¥378
- Duck hachis Parmentier, 1 piece, ¥640
- JAPAN Fresh Cream Cheese Plain, 150 g
- JAPAN Fresh Cream Cheese Plain, 150 g, 1 piece, ¥1,181
- Échiré butter, 100 g block, salted
- Échiré butter, 100 g block, salted, 1 piece, ¥1,566
- Shibuya honey (36 g)
- Shibuya honey (36 g), 1 jar, ¥1,512
- More than 2,000 products
- Ajimu Wine Petit Manseng, 1 bottle, ¥4,455
- Château Roland La Garde Tradition 2019, 1 bottle, ¥2,640
- Graham’s Fine Ruby Port, 1 bottle, ¥3,630

## ターキッシュ エアラインズ to host IATA World Safety and Operations Conference in Istanbul

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000030426.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281417-en.html
- anchor: #n3257952
- Companies mentioned: ターキッシュ エアラインズ、Turkish Airlines、IATA、スターアライアンス、エーゲ航空、エア・カナダ、中国国際航空、エアインディア、ニュージーランド航空、ANA、アシアナ航空、ITAエアウェイズ、オーストリア航空、アビアンカ航空、ブリュッセル航空、コパ航空、クロアチア航空、エジプト航空、エチオピア航空、エバー航空、LOTポーランド航空、ルフトハンザドイツ航空、シンセン航空、シンガポール航空、南アフリカ航空、スイスインターナショナルエアラインズ、TAP ポルトガル航空、タイ国際航空、ユナイテッド航空、上海吉祥（Juneyao）航空

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
- 358 airports in 133 countries worldwide
- 305 international routes
- 53 domestic routes
- 192 countries worldwide
- A network spanning more than 1,160 airports

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000042181.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281413-en.html
- anchor: #n3257951
- 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

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

## 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.

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000086101.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281411-en.html
- anchor: #n3257950
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社和多屋別荘、旅行新聞社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- 4 types
- 23,100 yen (tax included)
- November 3, 1950

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000028731.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281407-en.html
- anchor: #n3257949
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HUGE、HUGEst.、QUAYS pacific grill、NUMBER EIGHT DISTILLERY、楽天市場

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
- 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
- Volume: 750ml
- Alcohol by volume: 46%
- Made in 8 varieties

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000123523.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281403-en.html
- anchor: #n3257948
- 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

ブックオフグループホールディングスは、ブラックフライデーを前に実施した調査で、購入前に家の中を見直し不要品を手放したいと答えた人が60.5%、1年以上使っていない物が自宅にある人が84.5%であることを明らかにした。同社はセール前の整理・手放しを通じ、必要な物を確認してから新品だけでなくリユース品も含めて選ぶ習慣を提案している。

Facts:
- 60.5％
- 1,016 people
- 3兆4,636億円
- On the scale of 4 trillion yen

## Flynn, a leading North American roofing and exterior contracting company, builds digital foundation for next phase of growth with IFS Cloud

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000064235.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281401-en.html
- anchor: #n3257947
- Companies mentioned: IFSジャパン株式会社、IFS、Flynn Group of Companies、Flynn

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

## 公益社団法人日本青年会議所 announces its 2027 directors and officers

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000126503.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281399-en.html
- anchor: #n3257946
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人日本青年会議所、日本青年会議所、公益社団法人仙台青年会議所、公益社団法人半田青年会議所、一般社団法人飯塚青年会議所、一般社団法人碧南青年会議所、公益社団法人京都青年会議所、一般社団法人福山青年会議所、一般社団法人神戸青年会議所、公益社団法人川越青年会議所、一般社団法人玉野青年会議所、一般社団法人浜松青年会議所、公益社団法人姫路青年会議所、一般社団法人宇都宮青年会議所、一般社団法人福岡青年会議所、一般社団法人新発田青年会議所、一般社団法人帯広青年会議所、公益社団法人青森青年会議所、一般社団法人館山青年会議所、一般社団法人長岡青年会議所、一般社団法人富士青年会議所、一般社団法人野洲青年会議所、一般社団法人広島青年会議所、安芸青年会議所、一般社団法人大牟田青年会議所、一般社団法人那覇青年会議所、公益社団法人名古屋青年会議所、一般社団法人八王子青年会議所、一般社団法人埼玉中央青年会議所、一般社団法人朝霞青年会議所、一般社団法人大阪青年会議所、東京青年商工会議所、国際青年会議所

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.

Facts:
- Fiscal 2027
- Oct. 2, 2026
- 183rd
- 1 year
- 1949
- 1951

## indent raises 1.1 billion yen in a Series B round.

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000064443.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281385-en.html
- anchor: #n3257945
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社indent、JAFCO、ニッセイ・キャピタル、EX Innovation Fund、シンプレクス・キャピタル・インベストメント、日本政策金融公庫

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.

Facts:
- ¥1.1 billion
- More than 750,000 creators
- By 2033
- Target of expanding to 20 trillion yen
- Up to 3.5 million works
- More than 65 participating labels

## Exhibiting a booth for the telemedicine system Teladoc HEALTH at the 54th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000107062.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281384-en.html
- anchor: #n3257944
- Companies mentioned: ＰＨＣホールディングス株式会社、ウィーメックス株式会社、Teladoc HEALTH、日本医科大学、鳥取大学医学部附属病院、島根大学医学部、長崎大学病院高度救命救急センター、ウィーメックスヘルスケアシステムズ株式会社、ＰＨＣ株式会社、アセンシア ダイアベティスケアホールディングス、エプレディアホールディングス、株式会社ＬＳＩメディエンス、メディフォード株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 2026年10月27日（火）～29日（木）
- Booth 75
- 364.4 billion yen
- More than 125 countries and regions worldwide

## Kōsaku Shima appointed DXYZ’s CKO (Chief Kao Officer)

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000091732.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281380-en.html
- anchor: #n3257943
- Companies mentioned: DXYZ株式会社、株式会社シンフィールド、講談社

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”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000025644.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281376-en.html
- anchor: #n3257942
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人 キャンサーネットジャパン、島根大学医学部附属病院、島根医科大学、金沢大学、東京女子医科大学、帝京大学、大阪大学

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.

Facts:
- 34th edition
- Thursday, December 17, 2026
- 19:00～21:00
- Participation fee: Free

## [Tokyo Dome City] ClaGla to exhibit at “Nazotoki Market 2026,” one of Japan’s largest puzzle-solving goods festivals!

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000052049.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281370-en.html
- anchor: #n3257941
- Companies mentioned: ClaGla、株式会社クラグラ

ClaGla（株式会社クラグラ） will exhibit at “Nazotoki Market 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Dome City Prism Hall on November 7 and 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.), 2026
- 76 booths
- Approx. 7,000 people
- 350,000 copies

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000121022.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281371-en.html
- anchor: #n3257940
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Elith、テクマトリックス株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Securities code 3762

## Food tech company AGRIST obtains “Midori Certification” to advance decarbonization efforts

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000050444.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281374-en.html
- anchor: #n3257939
- Companies mentioned: AGRIST株式会社、AGRIST

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%
- Won more than 27 awards in Japan and abroad
- Established: October 2019

## “Legacy habits” are holding back corporate security

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000063011.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281372-en.html
- anchor: #n3257938
- Companies mentioned: Okta Japan株式会社、Okta、Yubico

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
- 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000018154.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281450-en.html
- anchor: #n3257937
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンドパッド、SGXグループ、Granite Asia、シンガポール証券取引所、東京ガス、ダイキン、カインズ、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所、国土交通省、株式会社コンベックス

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.

Facts:
- 30 leading growth companies in Asia
- 279,000 companies using the service
- 818,000 users
- Since the service launched in 2016
- In December 2025
- On September 30, 2026

## “Aikatsu! Encore” is coming! — Data Carddass “Aikatsu! Encore” launches on Oct. 8, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000035829.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281447-en.html
- anchor: #n3257936
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイ、バンダイナムコグループ、DENTSU、TV TOKYO

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

## Lee Brown, Pinterest chief business officer, to deliver keynote at ad:tech tokyo 2026

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000013647.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281443-en.html
- anchor: #n3257935
- Companies mentioned: コムエクスポジアム・ジャパン株式会社、Pinterest、ピンタレスト・ジャパン合同会社、KDDI株式会社、DoorDash、Spotify、BuzzFeed、Tumblr、Groupon、Yahoo、三井物産、アドバタイジングドットコム・ジャパン株式会社、アマゾンジャパン合同会社、Amazon Advertising、Supership

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
- 17 years of experience as “ad:tech tokyo”

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000004979.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281441-en.html
- anchor: #n3257934
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シェアウィズ、株式会社アドヴァンテージ、株式会社スナックミー、アンドア株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 21
- 13:00～15:00
- 4 companies
- More than 1,500 companies
- More than 200 times
- 2,062 people
- 41.8%
- 63.1%
- More than 200 companies
- 500 or more companies

## WOW WORLD to exhibit at “DIS World in Kyoto”

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000079999.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281438-en.html
- anchor: #n3257933
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOW WORLD、ダイワボウ情報システム株式会社、DIS

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
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- Signed a distributor agreement with DIS in 2024

## ペイトナー surpasses 900,000 cumulative applications

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000047439.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281436-en.html
- anchor: #n3257932
- Companies mentioned: ペイトナー株式会社、Paytner Inc.、インキュベイトファンド、イーストベンチャーズ、ソラシードスタートアップスタジオ、ログリー、W fund、セブン銀行、FFGベンチャービジネスパートナーズ、L&E Group、オリックス・キャピタル、セゾン・ベンチャーズ、SMBCベンチャーキャピタル、kubell、Chatwork、識学、SuMi TRUSTイノベーションファンド、三井住友信託銀行、JICベンチャー・グロース・インベストメンツ、ニッセイ・キャピタル、Angel Bridge、みずほキャピタル、AGキャピタル、ユナイテッド、アイキューブドベンチャーズ、YMFGキャピタル、サムライインキュベート、dof、あおぞら企業投資、Spiral Innovation Partners

ペイトナー株式会社 announced that the cumulative number of applications for its factoring service “ペイトナー” for sole proprietors has surpassed 900,000.

Facts:
- 900,000 cumulative applications
- Capital: 2,417,390,579 yen

## スペースデータ releases 7 demonstration videos for “RobotBrain,” enabling comparisons of robot numbers, placement and blind spots before deployment

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000080352.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281432-en.html
- anchor: #n3257931
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースデータ、スペースデータ

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.

Facts:
- 7 demonstrations
- Capital: 1.513 billion yen

## 【ザ・ゲートホテル横浜 by HULIC】メーカーズディナー "シャトー・ピュエシュ・オー × Anchor Grill Yokohama" を10月26日(月)・27日(火)に開催

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000013939.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281430-en.html
- anchor: #n3257930
- Companies mentioned: ヒューリックホテルマネジメント株式会社、ザ・ゲートホテル横浜 by HULIC、Anchor Grill Yokohama、シャトー・ピュエシュ・オー

Winemaker dinners by シャトー・ピュエシュ・オー will be held on Oct. 26 and 27 at Anchor Grill Yokohama at ザ・ゲートホテル横浜 by HULIC.

Facts:
- ¥15,000
- Capacity: 14 people
- 111 guest rooms

## 【最新｜BtoB企業のプレスリリース活用実態】半数以上が「生成AIへの引用・露出」に効果を実感。8割以上が外部委託を活用し取材やリード獲得などの成果を創出

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000149156.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281426-en.html
- anchor: #n3257929
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PRIZMA、Ahrefs社、PR TIMES、サクリサ

株式会社PRIZMAによる2026年9月の調査によると、BtoB企業の半数以上がプレスリリースの生成AIでの引用・露出に効果を実感しており、8割以上の企業が外注を活用している。特に週1回以上の高頻度配信は新規リード獲得数が多い傾向にある。

Facts:
- “Increased citations and visibility for company information in web searches and generative AI (AIO)” ranked highest at 50.7%
- About 80% responded that they “outsource some work” (80.5%)
- Survey respondents: 1,002 people
- Improving corporate awareness and brand strength (49.8%)
- 週1回以上：50件以上（29.0％）
- Manuscript production and writing (including drafting and proofreading) (63.3%)

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000043878.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281420-en.html
- anchor: #n3257928
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOOC、BIZcomfort、BIZcircle、DeLCCS（デルックス）、三井住友銀行

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- Approximately 200 locations nationwide
- 4 minutes’ walk from the station
- From the ¥30,000-per-month range
- 13 rooms in total
- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- About 211.40 m²
- 29 seats
- 5 rooms
- ¥13,200/month
- ¥4,400/month
- From ¥31,900/month
- ¥22,000/month
- ¥6.6/minute
- From ¥39,930/month
- 248 shared-office locations in total
- 220 people in total

## フランク ミュラー×Barbie®夢と創造性が響き合う「ヴァンガード レディ バービー」が登場

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000024828.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281416-en.html
- anchor: #n3257927
- Companies mentioned: フランク ミュラー、マテル、Barbie、FRANCK MULLER、Mattel、バービー、ホットウィール、フィッシャープライス、アメリカンガール、きかんしゃトーマス、ウノ、マスターズ・オブ・ユニバース、マッチボックス、モンスター・ハイ、ポリーポケット

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).

Facts:
- Limited to 100 pieces
- ¥5,610,000 (tax included)
- Limited to 40 pieces
- Limited to 150 pieces
- ¥2,200,000 (tax included)
- Limited to 200 bottles
- Height: 42.3 mm
- Width: 32 mm
- 1958
- 1992
- 1959
- More than 175 diverse looks

## Licensed merchandise for the 5th Asian Para Games (Aichi-Nagoya): “Uzumin Piyorin” on sale

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000124425.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281412-en.html
- anchor: #n3257926
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 17, 2026
- 480 yen
- 580 yen

## ベルシステム24 to speak at “HDI Academy 2026 / KCS Academy 2026,” held on Oct. 22 and 23

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000243.000109272.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281410-en.html
- anchor: #n3257925
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベルシステム24、HDI-Japan、経済産業省、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、NEDO、新宿京王プラザホテル

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®.”

Facts:
- 2026年10月22日（木）・23日（金）
- More than 60 programs
- March 24, 2026
- 1982

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000017404.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281408-en.html
- anchor: #n3257924
- Companies mentioned: シャトルロックジャパン株式会社、Shuttlerock Limited（シャトルロック）、Shuttlerock Limited

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
- 5 continents
- 14 offices
- More than 350 staff members

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-08T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000020954.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4281406-en.html
- anchor: #n3257923
- 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

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