Volume 1 of the comic “Code;OSINT: The Shut-In Detective and Her Hound” goes on sale today! A strategic suspense story powered by open-source intelligence
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株式会社新潮社 will publish Volume 1 of “Code;OSINT: The Shut-In Detective and Her Hound,” a manga serialized on the web manga site コミックバンチKai, on Oct. 8, 2026. This strategic suspense story is written by Seiichi Shirato and illustrated by Shuhei Kamo.
“I Accidentally Turned the Wrong Girl Into a Magical Girl” marks its 10th serialization anniversary and releases Volume 14! 4 major campaigns are underway, including a “10-yen” comic sale and celebratory illustrations and comments from an extraordinary lineup of 20 artists
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“I Accidentally Turned the Wrong Girl Into a Magical Girl,” serialized on 新潮社’s web manga site “くらげバンチ,” is celebrating its 10th anniversary. 4 major campaigns are underway to mark the release of the latest Volume 14.
The “Triccal: Mochi Mochi Cheek Operation Pop-Up Store—あみあみ Dimension: EX Area. A new dimension has been unlocked. Terrifying…?” is opening. あみあみ-exclusive products are planned for sale.
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大網株式会社 will hold a pop-up store for “Triccal: Mochi Mochi Cheek Operation” at its Akihabara and Ikebukuro locations from Oct. 9 to 25, 2026, selling exclusive products and special offers.
Facts
3,000 yen (tax included)
5,000 yen (tax included)
5 types in total
1 sheet
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、あみあみ、EPIDGames Inc.、BILIBILI HK LIMITED
A huge gathering of must-visit popular bakeries, many known for long lines, mainly from Saitama Prefecture! “Sugoi Pan Street in 浦和PARCO” opens
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“Sugoi Pan Street in 浦和PARCO” will be held at 浦和PARCO on Nov. 7–8, bringing together popular bakeries, many known for long lines, mainly from Saitama Prefecture. Items for sale will include cream buns, anpan and limited-edition bagel sets.
Facts
2 days
Saturday, Nov. 7–Sunday, Nov. 8
10:00～18:00
More than 400 items
Bakes 300 types of bread every day
Around 30 types of muffins are available in the shop every day
More than 20 varieties are available at all times
Around 30 varieties are available, from standard favorites to seasonal breads
Eats their way through more than 1,000 cream buns a year
A limited quantity of 30 will be sold at the venue each day
A new “STRAND” expands from Nagoya: “KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS × PARCO GAMES STRAND STORE”
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株式会社パルコ will open the limited-time “KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS × PARCO GAMES STRAND STORE” with コジマプロダクション at Nagoya PARCO South Building 10F, starting Oct. 17, 2026.
Facts
More than 15 brands
The total number of players worldwide has surpassed 20 million
For every 5,000 yen (tax included) spent
For customers who spend 10,000 yen or more, including tax
Spend 2,000 yen or more, including tax, and…
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、PARCO GAMES、コジマプロダクション、KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS、XBOX GAME STUDIOS、KONAMI、PlayStation、Xbox Game Studios
A feast of light woven from Sapporo’s nightscape and Hokkaido ingredients. Savor Hokkaido’s bounty, including locally raised wagyu and Hokkai duck, with a Christmas full-course menu available from Dec. 23 for 3 days only, limited to 30 guests per day
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BAR & GRILL Splish, the restaurant on the 7th floor of SAPPORO STREAM HOTEL, will serve a Christmas full-course menu featuring Hokkaido ingredients for 3 days only, starting Dec. 23, 2026.
A seminar titled “The Paradigm Shift in Power Infrastructure Led by AI and Data Centers,” presented by Tatsuya Yamada of the Energy Marketing Department, Energy Sales Division, 株式会社日立製作所, will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11!
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株式会社新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on Nov. 11 featuring Tatsuya Yamada of 株式会社日立製作所, titled “The Paradigm Shift in Power Infrastructure Led by AI and Data Centers.” He will discuss the growing power demand from data centers accompanying the spread of generative AI, trends in grid reform in the United States, and implications for the Japanese market.
Toshimi Tagawa Announces Results of Song Vote for 35th Anniversary Best Album “Anata to Tomo ni”!!! “Aishu Minato” Takes No. 1; Track List Finalized
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The results of the song vote for Toshimi Tagawa’s 35th anniversary best album “Anata to Tomo ni” have been announced, with “Aishu Minato” taking No. 1. The album will be released on Nov. 18, 2026, and will feature 16 songs chosen based on fan requests.
GMO NIKKO launches “GMO AIO Boost for EC,” supporting purchases through AI agents
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GMO NIKKO launched “GMO AIO Boost for EC,” a consulting service for e-commerce businesses that supports customer acquisition through generative AI, on Oct. 8, 2026. The service helps optimize product information so AI agents can accurately recognize, compare and recommend products.
Add storage above and below your monitor! New colors arrive for a height-adjustable desktop rack
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サンワサプライ株式会社 is launching new colors of its clamp-on desktop racks “101-MR186BK” and “101-MR186W,” which add storage above and below a monitor and allow the height to be adjusted.
WOWOW launches “K-POP & 韓流LOVERS,” a new programming block focusing on live performances and fan meetings by K-pop artists and Korean actors!
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WOWOW will launch “K-POP & 韓流LOVERS,” a new programming block featuring live performances and fan meetings by K-pop artists and Korean actors, in October 2026. Content featuring NCT 127, ATEEZ, SHINee and BABYMONSTER will be broadcast.
The Nintendo Switch™ version of “Heroic Songs! Reproduce” is on sale today!
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The Nintendo Switch™ version of the idol and city-building simulation game “Heroic Songs! Reproduce” is now on sale as of Oct. 8, 2026, from “FWGames,” operated by 株式会社フロンティアワークス. A sale celebrating the 1st anniversary of the Steam® version’s release is also being held that day, with a 40% discount on both platforms.
“A Guide to the World” and “JR-PLUS” team up for the first time! “Tokaido Fair” brings a food tour along the Tokaido Line, starting Oct. 13
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株式会社地球の歩き方, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, and 株式会社JR東海リテイリング・プラス（JR-PLUS） are collaborating for the first time to hold the “Tokaido Fair” at participating stores between Tokyo Station and Shin-Osaka Station from Oct. 13 to Nov. 9, 2026. The fair will feature 57 items, along with limited-edition products and campaigns.
TV anime “家庭教師ヒットマンREBORN!” to get a release of its One-Hit Collection 75mm button badges!
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株式会社アルマビアンカ announced that One-Hit Collection 75mm button badges from the TV anime “家庭教師ヒットマンREBORN!” will go on sale starting Oct. 24, 2026. They cost 590 yen per draw (tax included).
Original apparel and goods from “arti-mate,” a joint brand by “arma bianca” and アニメイト featuring the TV anime “彼女、お借りします,” to be sold exclusively at アニメイト!
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Original apparel and goods featuring the TV anime “彼女、お借りします,” from “arti-mate,” a joint brand by 株式会社アルマビアンカ and アニメイト, will be sold exclusively at アニメイト stores and online starting Dec. 26, 2026.
“魔法使いの嫁 25” and “魔法使いの嫁 25 特装版” go on sale today, Oct. 8 (Thu.)! To mark the release, all chapters are available free on コミックグロウル♪ Reservations are also open for “魔法使いの嫁 26 特装版”!
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Volume 25 of 株式会社ブシロードワークス’ “魔法使いの嫁,” along with its special edition, went on sale Oct. 8. To mark the release, all chapters are available free on コミックグロウル. Reservations have also opened for “魔法使いの嫁 26 特装版”.
The popular B's-LOG Bunko title “弱気MAX令嬢なのに、辣腕婚約者様の賭けに乗ってしまった.” To celebrate the start of its TV anime broadcast in October 2026, an online lottery featuring prizes illustrated for the original work is coming to くじ引き堂!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will launch an online lottery featuring illustrations from the original work on くじ引き堂 on Oct. 15, 2026, to mark the start of the TV anime adaptation of the popular B's-LOG Bunko title “弱気MAX令嬢なのに、辣腕婚約者様の賭けに乗ってしまった.”
An online lottery featuring newly drawn illustrations of Mai Sakurajima, Miori Mitō and Shōko Makinohara enjoying Halloween-inspired outfits is coming from the theatrical anime “青春ブタ野郎はディアフレンドの夢を見ない”!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will sell an online lottery featuring newly drawn illustrations from “青春ブタ野郎はディアフレンドの夢を見ない” on くじ引き堂 starting Oct. 16. The price is 770 yen.
An online lottery featuring newly drawn illustrations of characters in swimsuits is coming from the TV anime “千歳くんはラムネ瓶のなか”! Packed with fantastic prizes!!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will begin selling an online lottery featuring swimsuit illustrations from the TV anime “千歳くんはラムネ瓶のなか” on Oct. 15, 2026. The price is 770 yen, with fantastic prizes and campaigns on offer.
“花時間2027,” featuring a 2027 calendar and planner, 2 major bonus items and valuable coupons, goes on sale Oct. 8, 2026 (Thu.)!
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The latest issue of Flower Time, a comprehensive flower media outlet operated by 株式会社KADOKAWA, Flower Time 2027, will go on sale on October 8, 2026, with 2 major bonus items (a calendar and planner) and money-saving coupons. Marking its 35th anniversary, the issue features flowers from all 47 prefectures and a special feature on hydrangeas.
Facts
Will be released on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Celebrating its 35th anniversary
Flowers native to all 47 prefectures
When you buy flowers worth at least 2,200 yen
Features 80 arrangements of locally sourced flowers
Largest-scale event in western Saitama Prefecture! 10 breweries from Saitama Prefecture gather for the first-ever “Sake Brewery Festival Made in Saitama 2026” at Emiterrace Tokorozawa
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株式会社角川メディアハウス and 株式会社KADOKAWA will co-host “Sake Brewery Festival Made in Saitama 2026” at Emiterrace Tokorozawa on Nov. 28 and 29, 2026. 10 breweries from Saitama Prefecture will take part, offering sake tastings and sales.
BRAIN ALIVE, a new manga by Cyberpunk: Edgerunners executive producer Rafal Jaki, to launch with Volume 1 on Dec. 7
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株式会社KADOKAWA will release Volume 1 of BRAIN ALIVE, a manga written by Rafal Jaki, executive producer of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, and illustrated by MACHINE GAMU, on Dec. 7, 2026.
destination Tokyo to open at 池袋PARCO on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
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アッシュ・ペー・フランス株式会社 will open the destination Tokyo Ikebukuro store at 池袋PARCO on Oct. 16, 2026. The store will expand its menswear lineup and showcase designer brands from Japan and abroad. It will also host a limited-time pop-up and live painting by artist Shinichiro Inui.
Facts
Oct. 16, 2026
2nd floor
¥107,800
¥56,100
¥129,800
￥38,500
¥183,700
¥81,400
¥94,600
¥51,700
About 30 stores nationwide
Purchases of 33,000 yen or more, including tax
First 100 people
Companies mentioned：アッシュ・ペー・フランス株式会社、H.FRANCE、池袋PARCO、destination Tokyo、ASPARAGUS、BASEMARK、BODYSONG.、EGONlab.、FENG CHEN WANG、grounds、PLATEAU STUDIO、guernika、CELLDIVISION、JACQUES LE CORRE、Maison MIHARA YASUHIRO、MIKIOSAKABE、SHINYAKOZUKA
“Musclebound × care workers” 株式会社ビジョナリー, in the spirit of autumn sports season, aims next for a 100% employee exercise-habit rate at “Japan’s welfare company with the most musclebound staff”; its company-wide sports day will be held for the first time on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
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株式会社ビジョナリー announced that it will hold its “Visionary Company-wide Sports Day 2026” for the first time on Oct. 28, 2026. Known as “Japan’s welfare company with the most musclebound staff,” the company aims to achieve a 100% exercise-habit rate among staff and boost internal communication through the event.
公益社団法人東京屋外広告協会 calls for entries for the 15th Tokyo Outdoor Advertising Contest!
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公益社団法人東京屋外広告協会 has opened submissions for the 15th Tokyo Outdoor Advertising Contest, which recognizes outstanding outdoor advertising designs that harmonize with the surrounding landscape.
株式会社GITAN announced that the comedy duo 稲妻サンダーボルト will perform a solo show at Otsuka Dream Theater on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026. Advance tickets will go on sale starting Oct. 10.
Once Upon a KATAMARI for Nintendo Switch™ 2 and the paid additional DLC “Rolling Live Highlights” go on sale today!
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株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント released Once Upon a KATAMARI for Nintendo Switch™ 2 on Oct. 8, and also launched the paid additional DLC “Rolling Live Highlights” for all platforms on the same day. It is also running a launch discount and a release celebration campaign.
Local specialties from across Japan come together!! Enjoy regional gourmet dishes from around the country at Toriaezu Gohei
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The izakaya Toriaezu Gohei, operated by 株式会社焼肉坂井ホールディングス, has announced a new menu featuring regional gourmet dishes from across Japan. The autumn-winter menu includes revamped fried chicken, local dishes from areas including Miyagi and Fukuoka prefectures, and desserts.
Facts
24 food items
25 drink options
390 yen (429 yen including tax)
990 yen (1,089 yen including tax)
590 yen (649 yen including tax)
690 yen (759 yen including tax)
490 yen (539 yen including tax)
A long-established sake brewery with a 300-year history
November 1, 1999
Operating in various locations for more than 25 years
Misfits株式会社 holds an online exchange with young former soldiers from Somalia
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Misfits株式会社 partnered with 認定NPO法人アクセプト・インターナショナル, which operates rehabilitation facilities for former soldiers in Somalia, to hold an online exchange with 4 young people who completed the program.
Notice: Free seminar on “Redesigning Marketing in the AI Era”
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株式会社エンファクトリー will speak at the free seminar “Redesigning Marketing in the AI Era,” to be held on October 20, 2026, and discuss content creation strategies for the AI era.
74.0% of people felt “job-offer blues” after receiving a job offer or informal job offer. The most common concern was “whether I can keep up with the job using my abilities and skills.”
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社DYM, 74.0% of people felt “job-offer blues” after receiving a job offer or informal job offer. The most common concern was “whether I can keep up with the job using my abilities and skills.”
Scalehack launches “DigiMa Hack,” a flat-fee service that handles everything from digital marketing strategy development to execution for a monthly fee of 300,000 yen. Services cover everything from strategy development to creative production, SEO and ad management.
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株式会社Scalehack has launched “DigiMa Hack,” a flat-fee service providing everything from digital marketing strategy development to execution for a monthly fee of 300,000 yen.
Facts
Monthly salary: 300,000 yen
As little as 1 week
3 landing pages (LPs)
10 banners and ad copy
3 one-minute videos
3 white papers and other materials
4 SEO article outlines and drafts
Contracts are for 3-month periods
Companies mentioned：株式会社Scalehack、Scalehack、Meta、Facebook、Instagram、Google、Yahoo!、X、TikTok、メルカリ、LINE、HubSpot、Looker Studio
Launch of “In-house Certification Guide” and “Supply Chain Management Guide” for companies aiming to obtain ★4 under the SCS Rating System
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株式会社ソースポッド has launched its “In-house Certification Guide” and “Supply Chain Management Guide” for companies aiming to obtain ★4 under the SCS Rating System. The system, promoted by 経済産業省, is scheduled to begin accepting applications in March 2027. In response to challenges such as a shortage of specialized personnel, the company offers support using its “SPC Trust Chain” platform.
株式会社レナテック and 筑波大学 used data from 17,000 people collected through the company’s “Metallo Balance” testing system to provide reference ranges for serum concentrations of 8 trace elements by age and sex.
Demonstration of “sheet installation method” for film-type solar cells begins in Mie Prefecture
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JGC Holdings and JGC began a demonstration of the “sheet installation method,” which uses film-type chalcopyrite solar cells, on the standing-seam roof of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.’s Suzuka Factory in Mie Prefecture on October 8, 2026.
“白洋舍 House Cleaning” begins accepting online orders on October 26!
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株式会社白洋舍 will launch “白洋舍 House Cleaning,” a new service that allows customers to order house-cleaning services online, on October 26, 2026. The service offers flat-rate options for air conditioners, bathrooms and other areas, and will also run a first-time discount campaign.
AI × CRM strategy startup Gene establishes its mission, vision and values under the banner “Making Japanese-style CRM the global standard”
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株式会社Gene revamped its mission, vision and values and redesigned its corporate website on October 5, 2026. The company advocates “Japanese-style CRM” and supports customer-centric business strategies.
株式会社Maxeff redefines its business as an “AI Native Startup Builder”
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株式会社Maxeff has redefined its business as an “AI Native Startup Builder,” combining AI, its proprietary framework and hands-on experience launching businesses. While developing its proprietary AI system “THE CORE,” it has reorganized its operations into 3 businesses: ① launching its own businesses (Startup Builder), ② supporting new business launches for large and mid-sized companies, and ③ providing management and growth strategy support for startups and small and medium-sized businesses. It has also redesigned its corporate website. The company is also recruiting a limited number of initial client companies.
Facts
Management and new business support for more than 50 companies in total
Making “AI × creative experiences”—where anyone can encounter the latest learning and surprises—easy to hold: Launch of an “AI Creative Package for Libraries”
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ユーバー株式会社 and 株式会社モバイル・プランニング will begin offering the “AI Creative Package for Libraries,” a creative experience workshop for libraries using generative AI, on October 8.
Facts
Starting October 8
¥45,000 for the first session, including equipment rental
やまなしフルーツ温泉ぷくぷく: All-weather “gem hunting” attraction spanning about 200㎡ opens, offering a new experience of seeing, searching for and taking home Yamanashi’s gem culture
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An all-weather gem-hunting attraction spanning about 200㎡ has opened at やまなしフルーツ温泉ぷくぷく in Yamanashi Prefecture. Planned by 株式会社日食（英雅堂グループ）, the attraction offers a new experience in which visitors can search for and take home natural stones on 3 courses featuring projection mapping.
Bringing together every “what if” of overseas travel. “PANAM Overseas Travel SIM for Peace of Mind,” bundling eSIM, Travel AI Rescue and a refund guarantee, launches for individual travelers
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ジャグプロジェクト合同会社 has launched the “PANAM Overseas Travel SIM for Peace of Mind” for individual travelers, bundling eSIM, Travel AI Rescue and a refund guarantee.
株式会社K-kaleido will showcase local AI apps at the NECパーソナルコンピュータ booth at CEATEC 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026. In addition to the currently available “Speech Connect®,” “言の記™” and “KnowStep™,” which are under development, will also be shown as reference exhibits. CEO Kenichiro Anjo will speak at a mini-seminar.
“A sweet aroma reminiscent of white peach” and “a sparkling sake with an aroma reminiscent of muscat”: Yamagata’s Okitama-born sake “飛天女” to be offered for tasting and sale in Ginza
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CORTESE株式会社 will hold a tasting and sales event for “飛天女,” a sake brand developed jointly with Yamagata Prefecture’s 中沖酒造店, from October 16 to 18, 2026, at “おいしい山形プラザ” in Ginza, Tokyo.
ウォッチガード appoints Kinji Ohno as president of its Japan subsidiary
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WatchGuard Technologies’ Japanese subsidiary, ウォッチガード・テクノロジー・ジャパン株式会社, announced that Kinji Ohno became president of the Japan subsidiary effective October 1, 2026.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Effective October 1, 2026
For over 30 years
More than 1.5 million customers
More than 25,000 MSPs
Companies mentioned：ウォッチガード・テクノロジー・ジャパン株式会社、WatchGuard Technologies、ウォッチガード、F5 Networks、Extreme Networks、Brocade Communications Systems
From interpretation to conversation summaries and AI meeting minutes: AI interpreter earbuds “Timekettle W4 Plus” open for advance reservations on Makuake
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Timekettle has opened advance reservations for its AI interpreter earbuds “W4 Plus” on Makuake. They support in-person, phone and video translation, and feature AI translation that takes specialized fields and context into account, simultaneous summarization and AI meeting minutes. A bone-conduction voiceprint sensor and VoiceFocus algorithm enable highly accurate speech recognition.
“NBA docomo” announces October streaming schedule: all 25 games, including the season opener “Thunder vs. Spurs,” to be broadcast with Japanese commentary and analysis
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株式会社NTTドコモ has selected all 25 games to be streamed in October from the NBA 2026–27 season, which opens on October 21, 2026. Key matchups, including the season opener, will be streamed live with Japanese commentary and analysis, with the schedule centered on 5 teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers.
The 5th edition of “DO REPAIRS,” a repair event run by 株式会社CYKLUS, will be held in the Shibuya and Harajuku area on October 24 and 25, 2026. A total of 27 brands and organizations will participate, offering repair and maintenance services for clothing and bags.
Facts
Marking its 5th edition
27 brands and organizations participating
2 days, October 24 and 25, 2026
Participation fee: from ¥1,000
Participation fee: from ¥500
Companies mentioned：株式会社CYKLUS、THE NORTH FACE、ARC'TERYX、HOLLYWOOD RANCH MARKET、Miyamori、MYSTERY RANCH、TSUCHIYA KABAN、Goldwin、YKK、RESH、ECCO、Columbia、LIVRER、Jason Markk、Nike、HELLY HANSEN、KEEN、FJALLRAVEN、ATSURAELU、530 WEEK、博報堂Gravity、OUWN、日華化学、ジャパンポリマーク、ミマキエンジニアリング、SHIBUYA FONT
Stress checks: from “obligation” to “management tool.” AgeWellJapan uses AI stress checks to uncover “invisible burdens” in organizations
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株式会社AgeWellJapan has adopted the “AI Stress Check” from 株式会社AIメンタルサポート, using it to visualize organizational burdens and inform management ahead of the mandate.
Enjoy Tokyo’s forests through “woodcut art” and photography. Autumn event to be held at TOKYO MOKUNAVI
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TOKYO MOKUNAVI, an information hub run by 東京都 and 公益財団法人東京都農林水産振興財団, will hold an autumn exhibition, “Izumi Ogawara Woodcut Art Exhibition: Interconnected Lives,” and a talk show.
From “throwing away” to “putting to use.” Event to help local residents learn about and consider the flower cycle in a fun way: “Discover Flower Loss Through a Coloring Activity!”
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エマジャパンホールディングス株式会社 will hold the “Discover Flower Loss Through a Coloring Activity!” event on October 25, 2026, at ND Soft Stadium in Yamagata Prefecture, in collaboration with J.League club モンテディオ山形 and 惺山高等学校. The activity involves collecting flowers destined for disposal and making paint from them, promoting reductions in flower loss and learning about the SDGs. It won the grand prize at the “Tohoku SDGs Award 2026.”
Unused real estate costs an average of 15.1万円 a year to maintain! It takes an average of 10 days a year to manage!
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According to the “Survey on the Management of Unused Real Estate 2026” conducted by 株式会社HC.Home's, unused properties cost an average of 15.1万円 per year to maintain and take an average of 10 days per year to manage. The survey also found that many owners are unaware of these costs and the time involved.
Facts
Surveyed 303 people
28.1% pay 10万円 or more
25.7% spend 11 days or more
An estimate puts cumulative maintenance costs at an average of 310万円
25.7% say they “don't know or haven't calculated” their annual costs
The figure was 32.0% for management days
Of those, 50.5% said they “don't know where to seek advice”
Companies mentioned：株式会社HC.Home's、HCTトレーラーハウス、TRAILER HOTEL TID.、田舎ダイニングYASOHACHI、HC CLINIC Design Office
HALEO launches education project “HALEO LAB”; physician and medical science doctorate holder Yasuhiro Yamamoto (Dr. Mosari) appointed chief science and medical advisor
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株式会社ボディプラスインターナショナル has launched “HALEO LAB,” an education project by sports supplement brand HALEO, and appointed physician and medical science doctorate holder Yasuhiro Yamamoto (Dr. Mosari) as its chief science and medical advisor.
Facts
As of Sept. 17, 2026
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
18:00 (JST)
I have continued weight training for the past 17 years
Addressing the decline in skilled workers and specialists with online site surveys: problem-solving service “スマートオフロックス”
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メガバックス株式会社 offers “スマートオフロックス,” an online site survey service, to address shortages of skilled workers and specialists. For businesses, it helps shorten scheduling and train staff; for individuals, it supports product selection through the online renovation shop “リリパ.”
Set up a puzzle-solving event with AI in 30 minutes. T&T launches “Folk Diver,” a history-themed puzzle challenge with 全農 茨城県本部
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Tales & Tokens株式会社 has launched “T&T MCP,” a puzzle-solving event platform that can be operated directly by AI agents. Setup now takes about 30 minutes. In partnership with 全国農業協同組合連合会茨城県本部, it has been running the history-themed puzzle challenge “Folk Diver: Ibaraki Town Edition” since October 2026.
Facts
Completed in about 30 minutes
Running at “Pocket Farm Dokidoki Ibaraki Town Store” since October 1, 2026
A sporty autumn! “JUMP-JAM,” a play-based exercise project to help children get active, marks its 10th anniversary this year! 100 games developed by the project unveiled as it calls for “JUMP-JAM Autumn Actions”
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“JUMP-JAM,” a play-based exercise project run by 一般財団法人児童健全育成推進財団 and ナイキジャパングループ合同会社, marks its 10th anniversary since launching in 2017. The project will unveil its 100 games and hold “JUMP-JAM Autumn Actions,” a nationwide event taking place simultaneously in autumn 2026.
Facts
More than 14万2千 participants in total
Activities have reached more than 300 locations
The number of games has grown to 100
More than 2,000 people have completed the program over the past 10 years
JFE Systems to exhibit at “intra-mart LIVE 2026 Realize”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
JFE Systems will exhibit at “intra-mart LIVE 2026 Realize,” taking place November 5–6, 2026. It will showcase integrated data archiving using its electronic records system “DataDelivery(R)” and examples of compliance with the Electronic Books Preservation Act.
バイエル Pharmaceuticals launches new “Bayer Co.Lab Japan” model, developing a nationwide co-creation model that connects science originating in Japan with global partnerships through dialogue
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
バイエル Pharmaceuticals has launched “Bayer Co.Lab Japan,” a co-creation model built around dialogue with academia and startups across Japan. With hubs in Tokyo and Kobe, it aims to connect them with global partnerships.
Facts
Since 2018
€45.6 billion
Approximately 88,000 people
5.8 billion euros
Companies mentioned：バイエル薬品株式会社、バイエル、ドイツ・バイエル社、Bayer AG
Tung Chen-yuan discusses Taiwan-Singapore ties at National Day reception: economic and trade trust, joint efforts to ensure regional security
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s representative to Singapore, Tung Chen-yuan, said at a National Day reception that Taiwan and Singapore are complementary, trusted partners in the AI and semiconductor industries. Bilateral trade totaled 170.3 billion Singapore dollars in 2025, making Taiwan Singapore’s largest trading partner, while Singapore’s investment in Taiwan grew sharply. The two sides share a consensus on maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and ensuring regional supply chain security.
Facts
Taiwan-Singapore trade in goods totaled S$170.3 billion in 2025
About NT$4.24 trillion
Up 46% year on year
Bilateral trade reached S$152 billion in the first half of this year
Up 94.1% year on year
Taiwan’s exports to Singapore: about 85%
Singapore’s exports to Taiwan: about 80%
Singapore’s investment in Taiwan reached US$8.66 billion in the first 7 months of this year
Up 22 times from the same period last year
Accounting for 62.2% of Taiwan’s approved foreign investment
The exchange brought together about 250 overseas Taiwanese
Electronics and financial stocks lead losses; Taiwan stocks fall 492.93 points to close at 49313.44
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks opened lower and continued to fall today, closing down 492.93 points at 49313.44, with trading value of NT$869.696 billion. 台積電’s market capitalization fell to NT$66.12 trillion, while the electronics and financial sector indexes both declined.
Shih Hsin cuts department offices, resource allocation dispute prompts student groups to launch She Wo student movement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
世新大學 has faced controversy over closing department offices and adding a KTV to the library. The Shih Hsin Student Rights Front launched the “She Wo Student Movement,” making 4 demands, including the return of department offices and transparency in resource allocation. The university said the changes were intended to adjust administrative operations and make better use of space.
Meeting US lawmakers, Vice President Hsiao says Taiwan’s security is tied to regional security
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with a visiting delegation from the US House of Representatives, stressing that Taiwan and the US share the values of freedom and democracy, and that Taiwan’s security is tied to regional peace and stability. She also praised the US Congress for supporting the Taiwan-US partnership through relevant legislation.
Thailand plans two-way visitor fees; entry charge to take effect in the first quarter of 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Thailand plans to introduce two-way fees for travelers, with a 450-baht entry fee expected to be charged to foreign air passengers arriving in the country from the first quarter of 2027. Authorities are also considering a 1000-baht departure tax for travelers leaving the country.
Chinese people travel more but spend less; experts say gaps in cultural and tourism consumption need to be addressed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Experts say there are shortcomings in China’s cultural and tourism consumption: although the number of trips is rising, per-capita spending is falling. The main reasons include insufficiently appealing products, a lack of market-oriented thinking among local governments, and low willingness among private investors to enter the sector.
Hsinchu Mackay Hospital helps man with dementia leave home; now he shops for groceries with his wife
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hsinchu Mackay Hospital’s dementia care center referred Mr. Liang to activities at a long-term care station nearly 2 years ago, helping him leave home, share household chores and shop for groceries with his wife. The hospital shared the results and cited data on Hsinchu City’s aging population and dementia prevalence.
French mayor shields student protesters from police: “They could be my children”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In an online video, Saint-Denis Mayor Bally Bagayoko stepped in front of police to protect student protesters and criticized officers for using excessive force. The wave of protests has continued for more than 2 weeks, with over 6000 people arrested. The government is expected to present concrete measures by the end of October.
Facts
(中央社 report from Saint-Denis, France, 7th, compiled from foreign media reports)
With only 6 months remaining before France’s presidential election
The student protests, which erupted in disadvantaged suburbs of Paris, have continued for more than 2 weeks
證交所 holds campus securities investment competition with total prizes exceeding NT$800,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣證券交易所 is holding the 23rd “Campus Securities Investment Whiz” competition, with total prizes exceeding NT$800,000 and NT$120,000 going to the winner. The competition aims to strengthen investor education and risk awareness among university and college students.
Finance Ministry urges legislature to swiftly review budget, targeting cash handout from Jan. 26 next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Deputy Finance Minister Juan Ching-hwa said that if the Legislative Yuan passes the general budget bill in its third reading by Jan. 5 next year, the first round of cash payments could arrive on Jan. 26. Revenue and expenditure in next year’s general budget are both NT$3.9266 trillion, including NT$235.7 billion allocated for the NT$10,000 cash handout.
US and 14 economies oppose excess industrial capacity; China, Brazil and others do not sign statement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US and 14 economies issued a statement opposing excess industrial capacity, with a focus on industries including automobiles and electric vehicles. China, Brazil and other G20 members did not sign.
商總 launches plan to help Taiwanese businesses expand overseas; Hsu Shu-po proposes Taiwan hubs in US and Japan to promote brands abroad
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
全國商業總會 has launched the “International Taiwanese Business Expansion Plan.” Chairman Hsu Shu-po proposed developing the “Taiwan Hub” concept in the US and Japan, bringing food and restaurant brands together to help companies expand overseas. The plan would also combine with the 海外信用保證基金 to provide financing of up to US$2 million.
Facts
At least 50 Taiwanese businesses overseas will be recruited each year
Connect with more than 160 domestic industry associations affiliated with 商總
Apply for overseas credit guarantees of up to US$2 million
Taipei mayoral election TV debate: Shen Po-yang calls for it to be held soon, ideally 1 debate per week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang hopes the televised debate for the Taipei mayoral race can be held as soon as possible, and suggested holding 1 debate each week to allow for cross-examination. He also responded to the death penalty issue, graffiti on his campaign posters and media attacks on Tsai Kang-yung.
Indonesian domestic worker becomes pregnant 1 month after arriving in Taiwan; agency group calls for pre-departure health checks to be reinstated
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An Indonesian domestic worker became pregnant just 1 month after arriving in Taiwan, sparking public debate. 中華民國就業服務商業同業公會全國聯合會 criticized current health-check regulations for removing pregnancy and HIV tests, creating a loophole in the system and shifting responsibility for disease prevention onto employers. It called for pre-departure health checks to be reinstated and for the government to establish a placement mechanism.
Aowanda to host November grassland picnic concert, with visits to Indigenous communities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
農業部林業及自然保育署南投分署 announced that 奧萬大國家森林遊樂區 will host the “Aowanda Tribal Maple Colors Grassland Picnic Concert” on Nov. 14 and 15. The event will feature a tribal market, local cuisine and mountain village tours, with local Indigenous residents guiding visitors to learn about forest resources and tribal culture.
Attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz hit a record; supertanker charter rates surge past NT$2.4 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Since the outbreak of war between the United States and Iran, tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have hit a record high for a single week, pushing supertanker charter rates to NT$2.43 billion.
Facts
At least 12 oil, liquefied natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas tankers were attacked
Charter rates reached US$76 million
About NT$2.43 billion
Normal charter rates are about US$7 million to US$10 million
Philippines' August unemployment rate at 5.3%; manufacturing sees largest decline in employment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Philippines' unemployment rate stood at 5.3% in August, with about 2.77 million people unemployed. Manufacturing employment fell by 350,000 from a year earlier, the largest decline among sectors.
Facts
August unemployment rate at 5.3%
About 2.77 million unemployed
Manufacturing employment fell by 350,000 from a year earlier
Taiwan's representative office in Somaliland held a Double Ten National Day event in Hargeisa, attended by about 120 people. Taiwan representative Luo Zhenhua and Somaliland officials reaffirmed their shared democratic values and praised the deepening cooperation between Taiwan and Somaliland in public health, technology, diplomacy and other fields.
Miaoli agricultural research station's biological control technology proves effective against heat-tolerant spider mites
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In response to a surge in spider mite reproduction caused by extreme weather, the Miaoli District Agricultural Research and Extension Station developed a specialized natural predator, the “hairy little Neoseiulus mite,” and a “natural-enemy sauce jar release device.” The technology has completed non-exclusive licensing and is set to go on the market, using biological control to combat the pests.
駐聖保羅台北經濟文化辦事處 held a reception for 中華民國 year 115 Double Ten National Day, inviting nearly 200 people from Brazil's political, business, academic and overseas Taiwanese communities. Director Zhu Yijing stressed the complementary strengths of Taiwan and Brazil in trade and technology, and mentioned the establishment of the 台灣－巴西商會. Several Brazilian local officials praised Taiwan's technological achievements in speeches, while Taiwanese companies including 宏碁 and ADATA displayed their products.
Taichung fish market chairman accused of receiving more than NT$1 million in excess compensation; city government seeks repayment and accountability
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taichung Fish Market Chairman Li Huanxiang was accused by a city councilor of receiving more than NT$1 million in excess compensation over his 7 years in office. The Taichung City Government Agriculture Bureau confirmed that he had received NT$1.225 million in excess payments, all of which has been repaid, and said it would conduct a thorough investigation and hold those responsible accountable.
116 examinations for dietitians, nurses and social workers to be held on 2/20 in 7 locations across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
考試院 has approved the year 116 higher examinations for dietitians, nurses and social workers, to be held next year on Feb. 20 and 21 at 7 locations across Taiwan.
Ahead of EU-China trade talks, EU's call for China to limit hybrid vehicle exports to Europe rejected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
EU and Chinese officials began 2 days of trade talks in Beijing after the EU proposed limiting Chinese hybrid vehicles' share of the European market to 15%, a proposal rejected by China. The talks may fail if the sides cannot reach a quota agreement.
South Korean financial sector hit by cyberattack; CrowdStrike says Chinese hackers used AI tools
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said in a report that the suspect behind recent cyberattacks on South Korea’s financial industry may be a 26-year-old based in Maoming, Guangdong Province, China, who used the Chinese-developed open-source AI agent ARTEX together with Anthropic’s Claude Code. Since late September, at least 9 South Korean banks have been targeted in cyberattacks. Personal data belonging to about 25,000 Shinhan Bank customers and 119 KB Kookmin Bank customers was leaked. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung called for a strong response.
Facts
Possibly a 26-year-old from Guangdong Province, China
South Korean financial institutions targeted in attacks from late September to early October
At least 9 South Korean banks disclosed, or were reported by local media to have been, targets of cyberattacks
Personal data belonging to about 25,000 customers was hacked
Personal data belonging to 119 customers was leaked
An OpenAI autonomous agent breached a government health statistics portal in June
Mesa’s key 2-run homer sends Rays past Yankees in sweep and into ALCS
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Yankees 4-3 in the playoffs, sweeping them with 3 straight wins to reach the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2020. The Yankees have now gone 17 straight years without a World Series title.
Facts
Beat the New York Yankees 4-3 in the final
Swept the opponent with 3 straight wins in the series
Reached the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2020
Have gone 17 straight years without a World Series title
Key 2-run homer
The Yankees also trailed the Rays 5-10 in total runs
The Yankees had an opening-season payroll of as much as $303 million