株式会社GRITZ begins receiving power at 3 high-voltage grid-scale battery storage sites in Ibaraki, Tochigi and Iwate, contributing to power grid stability
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株式会社GRITZ has begun receiving power at high-voltage grid-scale battery storage sites at 3 locations in Ibaraki, Tochigi and Iwate. The total rated output is approximately 6MW, with storage capacity of approximately 24.6MWh. The company plans to develop 40MW／160MWh in the Tokyo Electric Power and Tohoku Electric Power service areas by FY 2027.
Hamigaki Usagi and Rokuro’s Kamukamu Aquarium Halloween Festa to be held at 大分マリーンパレス水族館「うみたまご」 on Oct. 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)
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NPO法人おくちのけんこう will hold “Hamigaki Usagi and Rokuro’s Kamukamu Aquarium Halloween Festa” at 大分マリーンパレス水族館「うみたまご」 on Oct. 24 and 25. The event will feature a kids’ dance show, distribution of tooth-friendly snacks and animal-feeding experiences.
アイズドッグ春日井店 begins taking grooming reservations for the year-end period in October
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The grooming salon アイズドッグ春日井店, operated by 株式会社I One, will begin providing information on grooming reservations for October 2026 through December 2026.
International fashion event “Global Fashion Collective X PARIS S/S’2７” to showcase emerging designers to the world
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Global Fashion Collective held its Spring/Summer 2027 collection in Paris on Oct. 4 and 5, 2026, with 3 brands from Japan taking part: STMITO, AKITSU Chemi Akutami and Lifestyle - Fika.
A special skateboarding experience on an autumn night, surrounded by a giant roller coaster and illuminations. The Silver Week limited night opening of 富士急ハイランド’s “FUJI BerriQs SKATE PLAZA” concludes successfully!
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“FUJI BerriQs SKATE PLAZA,” a skateboarding facility at 富士急ハイランド operated by 株式会社ラクアン, held special night openings during Silver Week from Sept. 19 to 23, 2026, and concluded the run successfully.
Launch of “Competitive World Model,” an AI that structures the competitive landscape surrounding businesses
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株式会社ハピネスプラネット has developed and launched “Competitive World Model,” an AI that captures competition between companies and demand chains. The model represents more than 1万 demands and is incorporated into FIRA, a generative AI for business leaders, to support strategy development. In addition, it is working with 日立製作所 to support corporate transformation from strategic planning through execution.
バディネット unveils new key visual for “Team Buddy Net,” a new project featuring Michopa and Takashi Yoshimura as ambassadors!
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株式会社バディネット has unveiled a new key visual for “Team Buddy Net,” a new project featuring Michopa and Takashi Yoshimura as ambassadors. A special website is scheduled to launch in mid-October 2026, with a collaboration video also planned.
キンレイ’s “お水がいらないプレミアム” achieves 111% of plan! Strong performance for products supervised by Japan’s top ramen restaurants: “カドヤ食堂,” “飯田商店” and “中華蕎麦とみ田”!
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株式会社キンレイ’s “お水がいらないプレミアム” series performed strongly, achieving 111% of plan in sales from April to September 2026.
Supported development of “Influenza condolence money,” an insurance product from “Yahoo!ほけん” that can be purchased through “LINE”
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リードインクス株式会社 supported development of “Influenza condolence money,” an insurance product from “Yahoo!ほけん” launched on Oct. 5, 2026, by LINEヤフー and PayPay保険サービス.
株式会社TheNewGate partners with Airwallex to address payment challenges in cross-border business
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株式会社TheNewGate has entered into a business partnership with Airwallex, a global financial platform provider, to help address payment challenges in cross-border business.
Achieve a natural wood-like appearance without using wood. New “ウッドエフェクトペイント” wood-grain paint, available in 6 colors
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株式会社タカラ塗料 will begin selling “ウッドエフェクトペイント,” a paint set that creates a natural wood-grain pattern resembling real wood, in 6 colors from Oct. 8, 2026.
Facts
6 colors in total
Starting Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Available in 4 sizes
4 sizes: 0.6m²・3m²・12m²・50m²
Add about 5～10% water
About 3 times the amount of drying retarder relative to the line color
セルファイバ launches official sales in Japan and the U.S. of the “Zeito™ Series,” a cell fiber manufacturing system supporting cell production for regenerative medicine
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株式会社セルファイバ began official sales in Japan and the United States on Oct. 8, 2026, of the “Zeito™ Series” (Plus and Lite), equipment supporting cell production for regenerative medicine.
株式会社ラブキャラ launches IP collaboration at an IBJ社 dating event and opens a corporate consultation desk
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株式会社ラブキャラ has launched a character IP collaboration at “恋万博 in ひらかたパーク,” a dating event operated by IBJ社, and opened an “IP Collaboration Consultation Desk” for companies and organizations.
株式会社NTT e-Drone Technology has opened the drone pilot training school “NTTイードローン Academy” and introduced a “short-term intensive plan” for obtaining national qualifications in as little as 2 days, aimed at people with no flight experience.
Facts
More than 3,900 people have taken various courses offered by the company and its partner training facilities
Dynamic pricing introduced for the LISA ONO DUO TOUR “SUE ANN”
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A dynamic pricing service provided by ダイナミックプラス株式会社 will be introduced at the Tokyo and Kobe performances of “LISA ONO DUO TOUR ‘SUE ANN’” by Lisa Ono and Masaki Hayashi.
Facts
This tour will be brought to audiences nationwide starting in February 2027
A combined 29 years of careers! Two ２ local-government public relations officials who are nearly still active join forces on a new book, “A Book to Read When You Become a Local Government Public Relations Officer,” on sale October 10 (Sat.)
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A new book, “A Book to Read When You Become a Local Government Public Relations Officer,” co-written by Katsunori Suzuki, CDO of 株式会社LOCUS BRiDGE, and Yuji Hyodo, an employee of 愛媛県内子町, will be published by 学陽書房 on October 10. The two authors, with a combined 29 years of career experience, have published this introductory guide and handbook, which systematically explains local-government public relations expertise and principles.
ソニー’s design division to exhibit at “Industrial Romanticism 2,” showcasing the dreams and romance of in-house designers
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ソニー Group’s Creative Center will exhibit at “Industrial Romanticism 2,” held in Tokyo from October 30 to November 8, 2026, showcasing previously unreleased prototypes and concept models by in-house designers.
Tohoku University startup NanoFrontier to exhibit at “SEDEX 2026,” South Korea’s largest semiconductor exhibition
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NanoFrontier, a startup from Tohoku University, will exhibit at “SEDEX 2026,” South Korea’s largest semiconductor exhibition, held in Seoul in October 2026, showcasing rapid PFAS detection reagents and measurement services.
Facts
Water quality standard setting the combined level of PFOS and PFOA in tap water at 50 ng/L or less
“BabyBand” cranial shape correction helmet to exhibit at “MEDICA 2026,” the international medical device trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany
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株式会社Berry will exhibit its “BabyBand” cranial shape correction helmet at “MEDICA 2026,” the international medical device trade fair held in Düsseldorf, Germany, in November 2026. With support from 日本貿易振興機構（ジェトロ）, it will introduce the product’s design philosophy to medical professionals worldwide.
Emergency event on October 20 (Tue.): “The Reality of Japan’s ‘Simultaneous’ Cyberattacks: Why ‘Prevention’ Alone Is Not Enough, as Revealed by a Series of Incidents”
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株式会社VLCセキュリティ CISO Yuya Nakamoto will hold an emergency webinar explaining the reality and attack structures behind the series of cyber incidents in Japan since September 2026.
Facts
From September 2026 onward
Date and time: October 20, 2026 (Tue.), 13:00–14:00
—Making Aomori Prefecture’s Owani Town fun and clean through esports × litter picking— [Now accepting participants] To be held for the first time in Aomori Prefecture’s Owani Town! “eスポGOMI with LIDEAL Aomori in 大鰐町” event announced
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株式会社Life Reversal Gaming announced that it will help run “eスポGOMI with LIDEAL Aomori in 大鰐町,” an environmental conservation event organized by the general incorporated association LIDEAL Aomori, in Owani Town, Aomori Prefecture, on November 21, 2026.
Participation in the Frontline First Initiative (Frontline First Initiative)
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BRANU株式会社 announced its participation in the “現場ファースト運動 (FFI),” promoted by 経済産業省 and 国土交通省. Through its construction AX platform “CAREECON Platform,” the company will support operational efficiency and talent development through the use of AI and data, aiming to improve productivity across the industry.
Facts
Securities code: 460A
In 2026, an AI assistant was implemented in the smartphone app
A public-private partnership initiative launched in July 2026
The number of contracted companies has exceeded 6,800 (as of the end of July 2026)
株式会社コシダカ will hold a collaboration campaign with the TV anime “NARUTO: Shippuden” starting October 8, 2026, offering newly illustrated goods themed around “knights” and collaboration drinks.
Facts
725 stores nationwide (as of the end of Sept. 2026)
Original2026年10月8日（木）13:00より
Acrylic stand (8 designs total / open selection): ¥1,980 (tax included)
Acrylic keychain (8 designs total / random): ¥900 (tax included)
Can badge (16 designs total / random): ¥550 (tax included)
Snap scroll (8 designs total / random): ¥660 (tax included)
Foil-stamped postcard (8 designs total / random): ¥500 (tax included)
[Online exclusive] Acrylic panel (2 designs total: ❶ Team 7 & Gaara, ❷ “Akatsuki” / open selection): ¥3,500 (tax included)
Capital: ¥2.57 billion (as of the end of February 2025)
813 stores in 5 countries worldwide, including Japan (as of the end of January 2026)
Revenue: 69.387 billion yen (consolidated, fiscal year ended August 2025)
2026 Video Production Company Chaos Map released | Internet advertising production costs reach ¥492.2 billion, with video-related spending growing
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StockSun株式会社 has released the “Video Production Company Chaos Map [2026 Edition],” categorizing 20 video production companies into 4 categories and presenting background data such as internet advertising production costs and industry size.
Facts
20 video production companies
Internet advertising production costs reach ¥492.2 billion
和歌山県 to hold the children’s e-sports career-experience event “Kira★Supo” 2026 at 4 venues across the prefecture from November 22, Reiwa 8, to February 23, Reiwa 9
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和歌山県 will hold the children’s e-sports career-experience event “Kira★Supo” 2026 at 4 venues across the prefecture from November 22, Reiwa 8, to February 23, Reiwa 9. Participation is free, and activities will include trying out event operations and PC games.
Exhibiting and speaking at a seminar at the “Economic Security Measures Conference and Exhibition ECONOSEC JAPAN 2026” on Nov. 4–5
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ニュートン・コンサルティング株式会社 will exhibit at the “Economic Security Measures Conference and Exhibition ECONOSEC JAPAN 2026,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum on Nov. 4–5, and its President and CEO Kazuya Soejima and Senior Consultant Motomu Bishu will speak at a seminar.
門真市 will present a case study on the “Project to Promote Regional Workstyles and Other Initiatives Where Young People and Women Can Thrive,” which has been underway since fiscal 令和7年度, at a study session for local governments hosted by 内閣官房. Together with 山形県酒田市, it will share workplace reform efforts based on input from local businesses and city hall staff, under the theme “Approaches to Understanding Local Conditions.”
Facts
The population of young women aged 20–39 is projected to decline by 51.3%
68 local governments participating from fiscal 7
29 additional local governments have joined
A total of 97 local governments (34 prefectures and 63 municipalities) are participating
Automating the replacement of title bands on property listings! “AI Automated Title-Band Replacement” launched on Oct. 8
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株式会社博士.com launched “AI Automated Title-Band Replacement,” which automates the replacement of title bands on property listings (maisoku) for real estate agencies, on Oct. 8, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 8, 2026
Reduction of up to 90%
For more than 20 years
Track record of supporting web strategy and operations for more than 1,000 companies
Persol Business Process Design adopts recruitment briefing automation service “Recruit Mill”! Enhancing the candidate experience with video briefings available on weekends and at night
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Persol Business Process Design has adopted MIL株式会社’s recruitment briefing automation service “Recruit Mill” and aims to improve the candidate experience and recruitment through data-driven improvements with video briefings, including on weekends and at night.
Facts
Holding online company briefings about 10 times per month
Original1回の開催で6つのコースすべてを紹介
Produced and distributed a cumulative total of 88,000 interactive videos
CARTA ZERO builds and supports the implementation of a system for “Izu Kyuko Line Town Walk,” a walking event commemorating the line’s 65th anniversary
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株式会社CARTA ZERO provided system development and implementation support for “Izu Kyuko Line Town Walk,” a walking event commemorating the 65th anniversary of the line’s opening, which 伊豆急行株式会社 is holding from Oct. 1, 2026. The system uses LINE mini-apps and LINE Touch.
For endurance athletes taking on extreme challenges such as long-distance trail running and ultrarunning: Ultra-endurance GPS watch “Enduro 4” to go on sale Oct. 22
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ガーミンジャパン株式会社 will launch the “Enduro 4,” an ultra-endurance GPS watch for endurance athletes taking on extreme challenges such as trail running and ultrarunning, on Oct. 22, 2026.
Facts
Enables activity recording for approximately 320 hours※
Lightweight design weighing just 66 g
Price: ¥138,000 (tax included)
Provides long battery life of approximately 90 days※ in smartwatch mode
Solar charging under 50,000-lux conditions
Storage capacity expanded to 64GB
More than 2,200 ski maps worldwide
Companies mentioned：ガーミンジャパン株式会社、Garmin、アメリカ国防省、アメリカ国防総省、Spotify、Amazon Music、LINE MUSIC
リンプレス publishes case study on supporting “Business Architect Development Training” for the information systems department of a major manufacturer
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株式会社リンプレス published a case study on its support for business architect development training conducted for the information systems department of a major manufacturer.
NTTテクノクロス launches “PromanAIde,” a solution that analyzes and visualizes projects using AI modeled on the decision-making perspectives of experienced project managers
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NTTテクノクロス will launch “PromanAIde,” a solution that uses AI to replicate the decision-making perspectives of experienced project managers and visualize project risks, on Oct. 8, 2026.
“Da Vinci Masters,” an experiential program hosted by 一般社団法人ダヴィンチマスターズ, was held at the Nakamiya Campus of 関西外国語大学, with approximately 240 elementary school students taking part. University faculty members and alumni served as instructors, with the aim of developing thinking skills and cooperation.
OiTr installed at Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (Tokyo)! Sanitary pads stocked in women’s restroom stalls, creating a campus where students can study and take on challenges with peace of mind
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オイテル株式会社 installed OiTr, a free sanitary pad service, at the Shinagawa and Etchujima campuses of Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, and launched the service in September 2026.
Pole To Win to exhibit at “FIT2026 (Financial Information Technology Exhibition)”
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ポールトゥウィン株式会社 will exhibit at “FIT2026,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum on Oct. 15 and 16, 2026, showcasing operational support (BPO) for cashless payments and financial services using AI agents and specialized personnel.
[Crowdfunding launch] Inspired by samurai armor construction! A backpack designed to hug the Japanese body
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株式会社YOCABITO has signed an authorized distributor agreement for Japan with Hong Kong-based Moral Team Holdings Ltd. and will launch crowdfunding for the “MORAL” backpack under the “UMAGO RONIN DO-MARU” brand on GREEN FUNDING from Oct. 8, 2026.
Facts
Up to 25% off
4 layers and 16 pockets
A total of 16 functional pockets
Capacity: 21‐25L
Weight: 950g
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＹＯＣＡＢＩＴＯ、Moral Team Holdings Ltd.、GREEN FUNDING
GreenSnap develops AITuber version of “AI園芸はかせ カダンくん,” co-developed with フマキラー
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GreenSnap株式会社 has developed an AITuber version of “AI園芸はかせ カダンくん,” which it co-developed with フマキラー株式会社. The service, released in April 2024, now features an avatar with voice and movement. A demo is scheduled to be unveiled at “カダンフェス2026 秋,” taking place on October 10, 2026.
eve autonomy and ヤマハ発動機 to exhibit together at the 3rd ハマロボ展2026
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株式会社eve autonomy and ヤマハ発動機 will exhibit together at the 3rd ハマロボ展2026, taking place from October 15 to 16, 2026. The exhibit will feature eve autonomy’s outdoor-capable autonomous transport service “eve auto,” along with ヤマハ発動機’s electric-assist mobility vehicle “PAXiS,” collaborative robot “Yamaha Motor Cobot,” single-axis robot “Robonity” and more.
Only 3 dates left this year! Seminar to unveil medical specialist recruitment manual!
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株式会社あつまる will hold an online seminar unveiling its “Medical Specialist Recruitment Manual,” which condenses its consulting expertise for business owners and recruitment staff facing challenges in hiring medical specialists.
日経リサーチ and Relic partner to launch “Idea Echo powered by NIKKEI AMP,” an AI-powered SaaS offering user research through AI personas
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日経リサーチ and Relic have signed a partnership agreement and launched “Idea Echo powered by NIKKEI AMP,” an AI-powered SaaS offering user research through AI personas, on October 8, 2026.
Launch of “Tenant Company Growth Support Package” for coworking and rental office operators, expanding services from office provision to business support
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株式会社ルミッション will launch its “Tenant Company Growth Support Package” for coworking and rental office operators on October 8, 2026, providing support for the business challenges of tenant companies. The service works with “社長の分身” to enable office operators to support tenant company growth without providing management consulting themselves. The company will also offer a partner program that pays rewards of up to 750,000 yen for successful referrals.
Mico to exhibit at FIT, Japan’s largest IT fair for financial institutions
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株式会社Mico will exhibit at FIT, an IT fair for financial institutions taking place on October 15 and 16, 2026, and demonstrate “Mico Engage AI,” “BizClo” and “Mico Voice AI.” It will also hold a seminar in collaboration with 山梨中央銀行.
Facts
October 15 and 16, 2026
More than 350,000 people in total from financial institutions
Across its previous 24 editions
A proven track record of adoption by more than 5,500 brands
株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス, with 30 years of sensitive-skin research, holds “Skincare Seminar to Prevent Autumn and Winter Skin Problems” for nursery teachers and staff
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株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス held a skincare seminar for nursery teachers at きららっこ石神井公園保育園 in Nerima, Tokyo, aimed at preventing skin problems in autumn and winter. The company has worked with the nursery for more than 15 years on skincare implementation and research based on “基肌育.”
Facts
The nursery has been affiliated with the company since 2010
Applications open 10/8! Call for entries for the “1st Occupational Injury Prevention Fitness Awards,” recognizing workplace health and safety initiatives focused on employee fitness
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Pestalozzi Technology株式会社 began accepting entries on October 8, 2026, for the “1st Occupational Injury Prevention Fitness Awards,” which recognize workplace injury prevention initiatives involving employee fitness checks.
[Yokohama Vanilla] Notice of Appointment of Director and CFO
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横浜バニラ株式会社 announced that Akimichi Akimichi has been appointed director and CFO. He previously worked at CyberAgent and will lead financial strategy and efforts to build a management foundation for a future stock listing.
Facts
Effective October 2026
After graduating from Doshisha University’s Faculty of Social Studies in 2003
Joined 株式会社サイバーエージェント in 2012
After leaving the company in April 2024
Joined our company in May 2026 as executive officer and head of the Corporate Division
BIZTEL to hold a seminar on customer harassment countermeasures, inviting experts and companies that have implemented measures, ahead of the Oct. 1 (Thursday) start of mandatory corporate customer harassment countermeasures
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株式会社リンク held a seminar on customer harassment countermeasures, hosted by its BIZTEL Division, ahead of the measures becoming mandatory on October 1, 2026. Experts and practitioners, including Professor Masayuki Kiryu of Toyo University and Ikeda Mohando, spoke at the event and discussed an overview of the legal revisions, survey findings on the situation, the development of assessment criteria, and practical countermeasures involving psychological approaches, technology, and training.
First-ever event in Nishiwaki on October 29 (Thursday)! “Rethink Creator PROJECT” Nishiwaki Seminar
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株式会社クリエイターズマッチ will hold the first “Rethink Creator PROJECT Nishiwaki Seminar” on October 29, co-hosted by Nishiwaki City and the Nishiwaki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with sponsorship from JT’s “Rethink PROJECT.”
A winter treat and special lunch and dinner to brighten Christmas Eve, with views of Tokyo from 100m above ground — “Christmas Lunch & Dinner” at 小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワー
[Event Report] Entering an era when AI drives business operations — “AI inside Conference 2026” held
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AI inside Inc. held “AI inside Conference 2026” on October 6, 2026, and announced “DX Suite,” an AI platform for business operations; its proprietary “Engram” technology; the “AI inside Cube Atlas” series of hardware dedicated to AI inference; and “Mee＋Biz,” a personal AI for businesses. It also signed a basic agreement with 橋本ホールディングス to commercialize an AI Factory business.
Full lineup announced for “YOKOHAMA URBAN SPORTS FESTIVAL ’26,” one of Japan’s largest free-admission urban sports festivals! Freestyle motocross also joins the program!
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株式会社横浜赤レンガ has announced the full lineup for “YOKOHAMA URBAN SPORTS FESTIVAL ’26,” a free-admission urban sports festival. The event will be held on October 17 and 18, featuring competitions in skateboarding, BMX, breaking, double Dutch, freestyle football, and parkour, as well as a “BEYBLADE X” experience event by Takara Tomy and an American food festival.
Young staff take customer service to a new level! Ruyi Ito of RODEO CROWNS WIDE BOWL wins the inaugural Grand Prix at “STAFF OF THE YEAR 2026:NEXT AGE supported by Smaregi”
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株式会社バニッシュ・スタンダード held the final of “STAFF OF THE YEAR 2026:NEXT AGE,” a customer service contest for store staff aged 25 and under, on October 6, with Ruyi Ito of RODEO CROWNS WIDE BOWL winning the inaugural Grand Prix.
JX通信社 to exhibit as a special sponsor at “OYO Fair 2026: Preparing for the Future,” hosted by 応用地質; CEO Katsuhiro Yoneshige to deliver an invited lecture
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株式会社JX通信社 will exhibit as a special sponsor at “OYO Fair 2026: Preparing for the Future,” hosted by 応用地質, and its representative director, Katsuhiro Yoneshige, will deliver an invited lecture.
The freedom of image stabilization for field scopes. Bring high magnification closer and make it more active. “Aterascope ED HR20-42×58WP” launches October 29 (Thursday)
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株式会社ビクセン will launch the “Aterascope ED HR20-42×58WP,” a field scope with image stabilization for high-magnification viewing, on October 29, 2026. It features zoom magnification of up to 42x and image stabilization with Vibration Canceller, enabling stable handheld observation. The price is 270,000 yen before tax, and it is also waterproof to an IPX7-equivalent level.
Facts
20–42x
Effective objective lens diameter: 58mm
Price: >¥297,000
¥270,000 before tax
Continuous operation for up to approximately 18 hours
Ultra-wide 20mm starting focal length; launch of the “20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062),” a large-aperture standard zoom lens with the smallest and lightest design in its class*, for Nikon Z mount
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株式会社タムロン has launched the “20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062),” a large-aperture standard zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras.
Facts
Focal length: 20-40mm
A design that overturns preconceptions about large-aperture standard zoom lenses, with the smallest and lightest build in its class
[Try the latest lens free for 1 month!] Announcement of a trial monitor campaign for the 20-40mm F2.8 (Model A062) large-aperture standard zoom lens for ニコン Z mount
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タムロン is running a 1-month free trial monitor campaign for TAMRON ID members to mark the launch of the “20-40mm F2.8 (Model A062),” a large-aperture standard zoom lens for ニコン Z mount.
Elementary school students in 飯綱町 meet local producers through school lunches
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A food education exchange event bringing together local producers and school lunch staff will be held on Reiwa 8, October 14, at 飯綱町立牟礼小学校 for students in grades 5 and 6.
Strengthening visual skills boosts children’s basic academic abilities! “Vision Training Workbook for Building Basic Japanese and Math Skills” goes on sale October 19
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株式会社ナツメ社 will release “Vision Training® Workbook for Building Basic Japanese and Math Skills,” a workbook designed to improve basic academic skills by enhancing visual function, on October 19.
FUJIFILM Special Photo Exhibition: Film “You, Like a Star” × instax™ “Cheki”—A Photo Exhibition Tracing the Time They Spent Together
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富士フイルム株式会社 will hold a special photo exhibition at フジフイルム スクエア as part of its collaboration with the film “You, Like a Star,” opening October 9, and instax™ “Cheki.” The exhibition is expected to feature 66 works depicting scenes from the film and its cast. Admission is free.
Facts
Friday, October 9, 2026–Thursday, October 29
Number of works: 66 (planned)
35 silver gelatin prints
31 Cheki prints™
15 years of KAI and Akimi walking together
The series has surpassed 1.8 million copies in cumulative sales
Launch of the children’s website “Aktio Kids Park”
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株式会社アクティオ will launch the children’s website “Aktio Kids Park” on October 8, 2026, as part of its efforts to address the shortage of workers in the construction industry.
A pleasant moment with the aroma of freshly brewed tea: “Sawaday Kaoru Stick Earl Grey” launches October 22, 2026 (Thursday)
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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical will release “Sawaday Kaoru Stick Earl Grey,” combining the gentle sweetness of black tea with the aroma of bergamot, on October 22, 2026.
Private school leaders from across Japan gather: “2026 Private School Management Leaders Exchange” to be held November 5 (Thursday) (ＦＣＥ)
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株式会社ＦＣＥ announced that it will hold the “2026 Private School Management Leaders Exchange” on November 5, 2026. Against a changing backdrop that includes population decline and the development of AI technology, the event will focus on education reform and fostering human capabilities at private schools, with practical examples shared by 学校法人宇都宮海星学園 and 東海大学付属福岡高等学校, among others.
“DELISH KITCHEN” supports “Onigiri Action”! Sharing rice ball recipes on social media.
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The recipe video media outlet “DELISH KITCHEN,” operated by 株式会社エブリー, is supporting “Onigiri Action 2026,” organized by Certified NPO TABLE FOR TWO International, as a supporting partner and will share rice ball recipes on its official Instagram during the campaign.
Facts
Onigiri Action 2026
October 16, “World Food Day”
Now in its 12th year
Starting Thursday, October 8
Through November 17 (Tuesday)
5 school lunches will be delivered
Onigiri Action, launched in 2015
11 editions held through 2025
Approximately 2.43 million photos in total
Approximately 12.8 million school lunches
Supporting “Onigiri Action” since 2019
Combined total of more than 3 million social media followers
More than 57,000 in total
More than 3 million monthly app users
More than 25 million monthly website users in Japan
Companies mentioned：株式会社エブリー、TABLE FOR TWO International、Sensor Tower、Similarweb
Humidifiers as interior décor, too. Steam humidifier lets you enjoy the movement of water | W-follow giveaway campaign on the official Instagram account
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Home appliance brand MAXZEN is holding a follow-both-accounts campaign on its official Instagram with ＤＣＭ to mark the launch of its new “Steam Humidifier MKS-QD201-GY.” 3 winners will be selected at random to receive a humidifier.
Facts
3 people chosen by lottery
Tank capacity: 1.7L
Offers approximately 330 products
Cumulative sales have surpassed 3.45 million units
Annual sales exceeded ¥9.6 billion
Capital: ¥30 million
Companies mentioned：エクスプライス株式会社、MAXZEN、マクスゼン、ＤＣＭ、マクスゼン株式会社、MAXZEN Inc.
Original都内最大級！100万球超の光と「シナモロール」が彩る東京ドームシティ ウィンターイルミネーション『TOKYO SNOW DOME CITY』2026年11月19日(木)～2027年2月28日(日)開催
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東京ドームシティ will hold “TOKYO SNOW DOME CITY,” a winter illumination event in collaboration with Sanrio character Cinnamoroll, from November 19, 2026, to February 28, 2027. The event will offer a magical winter experience featuring more than 1 million lights and a large LED tree.
Facts
More than 1 million lights
102 days
Approximately 15m tall
3.9m tall
8m in diameter
Approximately 12 m long
Companies mentioned：株式会社東京ドーム、東京ドームシティ、株式会社サンリオ、株式会社博展、株式会社ルーセントデザイン、株式会社イマム、Felion Inc.
As “Gashapon®” approaches its 50th anniversary, “Gashapon Bandai Official Shop” enters a new stage: Renovations to begin October 8, 2026, starting with flagship “Gashapon Bandai Official Shop Ikebukuro”
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株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス announced plans to renovate “Gashapon Bandai Official Shop” ahead of the 50th anniversary of “Gashapon®” in 2027. At the Ikebukuro flagship store, the number of capsule toy vending machine bays will be expanded to 888 on October 8, 2026, and the logo and store design will be revamped. The company will also introduce prizes through its “Gashapon Members” membership service and adopt the new name “Gashapon Official.”
2026 Christmas News Vol.2 [Limited time※1] Popular items get special designs available only now! Christmas-limited items adorned with sparkling colors and holiday motifs
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Interior brand Francfranc will release Christmas-limited items through its official online shop starting October 8, 2026, and at stores nationwide starting October 16 of the same year.
[Exclusive streaming] Kim Dong-jun stars! From a “king in name only” to a ruler who leads his country—the historical epic “君臣～不屈の誓い～,” depicting the turbulent life of Hyeonjong, the 8th king of Goryeo, begins streaming on チャンネルK!
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株式会社IMXC began exclusive streaming in Japan of the KBS historical drama “君臣～不屈の誓い～” on Prime Video’s チャンネルK on October 8.
Facts
Today, Thursday, October 8
50th anniversary project
Won 7 awards, including the grand prize
First 32 episodes
Final 32 episodes
All 64 episodes
¥550 per month (tax included)
7 days free
Companies mentioned：株式会社インタラクティブメディアミックス、株式会社IMXC、KBS Media Ltd.、KBS、Prime Video、チャンネルK、Amazon.com, Inc.
日経リサーチ and Relic team up to launch “Idea Echo powered by NIKKEI AMP,” an AI-powered SaaS platform that conducts user research using AI personas
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日経リサーチ and Relic have signed a partnership agreement and launched “Idea Echo powered by NIKKEI AMP,” an AI-powered SaaS offering user research through AI personas, on October 8, 2026.
Facts
Launches October 8, 2026
Relic’s track record of supporting new business development at more than 5,000 companies
Radio program “人事リーダーの羅針盤” from ラジオNIKKEI, オトバンク and 日本の人事部 features 大成建設株式会社’s Yasuo Tanaka as its October guest
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Yasuo Tanaka, head of the Human Resources Training Center at 大成建設株式会社, will be the October guest on the radio program “人事リーダーの羅針盤,” jointly broadcast by ラジオNIKKEI, 株式会社オトバンク and 日本の人事部. The program will cover human resources development reforms led by Tanaka and efforts to improve employee retention.
[FRONTIER] Gaming PC brand “FREX∀R” marks its 1st anniversary with a special campaign
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インバースネット株式会社 is running a campaign through October 30, 2026, to mark the 1st anniversary of “FREX∀R,” the gaming PC brand under its BTO PC brand “FRONTIER.” Eligible purchasers will receive popular games and free shipping, and starting October 8, eligible products will come with “ノートン 360 for Gamers” preinstalled as standard.
Facts
1st anniversary
Capital: 100,000,000 yen
Companies mentioned：インバースネット株式会社、FRONTIER、FREX∀R、ノートン 360 for Gamers
“Alpen Mountains” to launch 4 items, including the “Roll Top Backpack” and “Staff Bag 2,” starting Friday, October 9
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株式会社アルペン will launch 4 items from its private brand “Alpen Mountains” on October 9, 2026, including 2 lightweight roll-top backpacks and a staff bag and coin case made with Dyneema® material.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
13,200 yen (tax included)
Approximately 440 g
Capacity: approximately 12 L
16,500 yen (tax included)
Weight: approximately 540 g
Capacity: approximately 18 L
6,600 yen (tax included)
Approximately 15 g
Capacity: 2L
2,750 yen (tax included)
Approximately 5 g
Approximately 15 times the tensile strength of steel
Biggest event in the series yet, with a capacity of 1,000! “VS Tokimeki Night SPECIAL” to be held in Yokohama Minato Mirai on Saturday, December 5
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The interactive matchmaking festival “VS Tokimeki Night SPECIAL,” co-produced by 株式会社リンクバル and 株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス, will be held at Yokohama World Porters on December 5, 2026. The event will be the largest in the series to date, accommodating up to 1,000 people, and will use “VS PARK” and a special rooftop venue to encourage interaction.
Bring smiles to your child’s “bitter medicine” time! First collaboration with the popular TV anime “はなかっぱ”: “にがいのにがいのとんでいけ” comes with 12 types of limited-edition sparkling stickers. Available for a limited time starting November 2026.
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Morinaga & Co. will release a limited-edition version of its food product that helps children take medicine, “にがいのにがいのとんでいけ,” in collaboration with the NHK Eテレ anime “はなかっぱ,” starting in November 2026.
Facts
12 types of limited-edition sparkling stickers
Available for a limited time starting November 2026
Pioneer will launch new models of its “Rak Navi” car navigation system, which has surpassed 7 million units shipped. The lineup includes a total of 13 models, including what the company says is the industry’s first model bundled with a network stick offering the latest map data updates for up to 6 years.
Pioneer will launch 2 private monitor models in November, with 11.6-inch and 10.1-inch displays featuring wide-viewing-angle LCD panels and a full-lamination structure.
Facts
11.6V-inch wide XGA
10.1V-inch wide SVGA
November
DC 5V/2.1A
Companies mentioned：パイオニア株式会社、カロッツェリア、HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
[Independent survey] Latest 2026 ranking of popular hotels and inns among international visitors: Ginza edition. MIMARU東京 銀座EAST ranks No. 1! | Popular hotels and inns among inbound visitors | Inbound tourism | MEO
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株式会社mov has released a ranking of hotels and inns popular with inbound visitors (foreign travelers) in the Ginza area, based on an independent survey using data from 訪日ラボ and 口コミコム. MIMARU東京 銀座EAST ranked No. 1, receiving 328 reviews in foreign languages during the survey period.
Facts
97 hotels and inns in Ginza
Total reviews (including Japanese): 4,872
Reviews in foreign languages: 3,838
328 reviews in foreign languages in 1 year
32 websites, including the company’s own website
Companies mentioned：株式会社mov、訪日ラボ、口コミコム、MIMARU東京 銀座EAST、KOKO HOTEL 銀座一丁目、ミレニアム 三井ガーデンホテル 東京、Premium Apart MONday 銀座EAST、三井ガーデンホテル銀座プレミア、the b 銀座、レムプラス銀座、三井ガーデンホテル銀座築地、トーセイホテル ココネ築地銀座プレミア、ホテルモントレ銀座、Googleマップ、訪日ラボ ソリューションストア、trial JAPAN
株式会社Ｚ会 published “2027 Common Test Practice Questions Pack,” a university entrance Common Test preparation book for high school students and university applicants, on October 7, 2026. Its accompanying “Learning Diagnosis Site” has also undergone a major redesign, adding real-time national rankings and the ability to display correct-answer rates for each question.
From O:ange, which continues to pursue wrinkle care, comes a new medicated makeup primer that improves wrinkles, brightens skin and cares for irritation while you wear makeup. “O:ange Premium Wrinkle White UV Primer” launches October 8 (Thu.)
Notice regarding the opening of the 7th store in Singapore: NITORI JURONG POINT store
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株式会社ニトリホールディングス announced that it will open its 7th store, “NITORI JURONG POINT,” at Jurong Point in western Singapore on October 15, 2026. It will be the ニトリグループ’s 1091st store overall.