[Survey Report] 30% of existing clients are using AI-powered ad operations
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
According to a survey of 40 existing clients conducted by 株式会社BOTANICO, 30% of companies are using AI-powered ad operations. The remaining 70% are taking a cautious approach, and the report concludes that combining AI-driven efficiency with human strategic decision-making will become important going forward.
Gather around for winter warmth. HAGOOGI launches a convection kerosene heater that spreads warmth through 360°
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HAGOOGI株式会社 has launched the “ZT-1800,” a convection kerosene heater that spreads warmth through 360°. It delivers a maximum heating output of approximately 2.5kW and has a compact design weighing approximately 4.6kg. It requires no power supply and is equipped with an automatic extinguishing function.
The 30th Ulsan Whale Festival: a new transformation for Jangsaengpo, the “city of whales”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
蔚山南区 will hold the 30th Ulsan Whale Festival in Jangsaengpo from October 15 to 18. The festival will strengthen its interactive content and transform the area into a destination for longer stays, making use of new tourism infrastructure such as whale carts and an elevated walkway.
On October 8, 2026, Miyagi Kotsu announced its new brand message, “Carrying Challenges,” and the “Tohoku Challenge Support Project” at its new headquarters, and welcomed the idol group いぎなり東北産 as its official partner.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Since its founding in 1970
In 2025, they became the first regional trainee group in history to hold a solo concert at Nippon Budokan
The group celebrated its 10th anniversary in August of the same year
SEVESKIG launches collaborative fragrances and T-shirts with 5 works by director Satoshi Kon to mark “Satoshi Kon Birthday Celebration 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Tokyo fashion brand SEVESKIG will launch fragrances and T-shirts in collaboration with 5 works by director Satoshi Kon to mark “Satoshi Kon Birthday Celebration 2026,” held in October, the month of the director’s birth.
Arata Iura and Ayami Nakajo appear in glasses that brighten their looks! They discuss their eyewear preferences, their roots and their views on acting. “ラインアート シャルマン” × artist Kanako Sasaki: collaborative models launched!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
To mark its 70th anniversary, 株式会社シャルマン has launched a collaboration between its original eyewear brand “ラインアート シャルマン” and artist Kanako Sasaki. A media event was held in Ginza on October 7, with models Arata Iura and Ayami Nakajo in attendance.
Facts
70th anniversary
The company will finally celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2026
Starting October 7 (Wednesday)
A pop-up event will run through November 8 (Sun.)
Founded in 1956 in Sabae, Fukui Prefecture, a center of eyewear production
We have continued researching the shape of the head for over 20 years
~Public-Private Partnership Promotion Organization Fukushima Prefecture Recovery Support Project Vo.1~
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
As part of a recovery support project for Kawamata, Fukushima Prefecture, 一般社団法人公民連携推進機構 has invited the idol group “Rain Tree” to film a music video and begun selling collaborative bottles through a hometown tax crowdfunding campaign.
Facts
12 municipalities in Fukushima Prefecture’s Hamadori region
Broadcast begins in January 2027! The opening theme for the TV anime “Egaku Naru Ue wa” will be shallm’s “Kimiiro Hirari”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
shallm’s newly written song “Kimiiro Hirari” has been selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Egaku Naru Ue wa,” which begins airing in January 2027.
First performers announced! “TBSラジオ 75th Anniversary Grand Appreciation Festival: The Finale! ~The Afterparty Is Here~ produced by アフター６ジャンクション２”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TBSラジオ has announced the first performers for its “TBS Radio 75th Anniversary Grand Appreciation Festival,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum on February 11, 2027. Utamaru, Satoshi Mukai, Jane Su and Kintaro Tamabukuro will appear in the talk segment, while RHYMESTER and Gota Nishidera will perform in the music segment. Ticket sales begin on October 13, 2026.
アークテリクス has unveiled 3 new items for women this autumn—the Clarkia AR Insulated Hoody, Covert 1/2 Zip and Omineca Short Jacket—and is featuring web content on its official website.
Dubai Research Institute surveys completed resale apartments: Low-priced units in 10 target areas tend to be smaller【August 2026】
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス announced the results of a survey of 1,106 completed resale apartments across 10 areas of Dubai in August 2026. Among transactions under ¥30 million, units smaller than 700 sq. ft. accounted for 80.4%, revealing a clear relationship between price range and floor area.
Facts
1,106 completed resale apartments
Transactions under ¥30 million
Original700sqft未満（約65.0㎡未満）
Accounted for 80.4%
1 AED = ¥42.71
Of the 158 transactions under ¥30 million
127 were under 700 sq. ft.
18.4%
1.3%
¥30 million to under ¥50 million
54.5%
¥50 million to under ¥100 million
50.7%
299 transactions of ¥100 million or more
83.9%
0.3%
Original3,000万円未満が40.4㎡
Original3,000万〜5,000万円未満が69.6㎡
Original5,000万〜1億円未満が84.0㎡
Original1億円以上が139.1㎡
Capital: 187,200 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス、DRI Real Estate LLC、DRI Consultancy FZ-LLC
Hiroshima's Yuki-based dairy farm サゴタニ牧農 to make its first appearance at 日本橋三越本店. Gelato made with freshly drawn milk and dairy products to be sold for 7 days starting Wednesday, October 14
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
砂谷株式会社 (サゴタニ牧農) will hold its first pop-up store at 日本橋三越本店 for 7 days starting October 14, 2026, selling gelato made from fresh milk and other dairy products.
Web designer job-acquisition school “lilis Consulting” adopts Tabi Life株式会社's accommodation discount service “TabiPass” as an employee benefit. Launches “school-originated benefits” available to current and former students
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
合同会社Li-Li will introduce the accommodation discount service “TabiPass” as an employee benefit starting in October 2026, available to students and graduates of its web design school “lilis Consulting” as well as its employees.
A tumultuous Cinderella story set to captivating music! The musical “I Was Jilted Because I Was Deemed Incompetent for Being Unable to Use Spirit Magic, So I Chose Exile Rather Than Becoming My Stepsister’s Slave” opens at 六行会ホール in Tokyo
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The musical “I Was Jilted Because I Was Deemed Incompetent for Being Unable to Use Spirit Magic, So I Chose Exile Rather Than Becoming My Stepsister’s Slave,” funded and produced by 株式会社HIKE, opens at 六行会ホール in Tokyo on October 8.
朝日奈まお collaborates on “fluffy muffler kit,” a knitting kit that can be made without a pattern; specialist knitting kit store yulu opens preorders through October 10
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Specialist knitting kit store yulu has launched the “fluffy muffler kit,” a collaboration with 朝日奈まお, and is accepting preorders through October 10.
Facts
Approximately 120,000 followers in total
Sales volume increased 3 times
Price: from ¥9,580
200 cm long
Estimated time: approximately 4–7 hours
15 steps
Companies mentioned：yulu株式会社、ユル（yulu）、株式会社HAKUHODO DY ONE、アンコールズ（Ancalls）、テンカラット
ONE BREATH × saunahouse launch social media campaign for Sports Day!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社BUB’s sports beauty brand “ONE BREATH” will run an Instagram campaign with urban sauna facility “saunahouse” to mark Sports Day on October 12, 2026. The theme is “What sport did you used to play?” Cosmetics and sauna passes will be awarded to 5 entrants.
【ルイ·ヴィトン】Accessories complement the flowing looks of the Spring-Summer 2027 Women’s Collection
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ルイ·ヴィトン held a fashion show on October 7 for its Spring-Summer 2027 Women’s Collection by Nicolas Ghesquière, showcasing accessories paired with fluid looks.
Two heads move alternately from side to side. HAGOOGI’s innovative scalp-care device debuts on Makuake!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HAGOOGI株式会社 will launch pre-sales of its “BK-05” scalp-care device, whose 2 heads move alternately from side to side, on Makuake starting October 8, 2026.
Facts
Starting Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Among 30 monitor participants
With a stroke of approximately 8 mm
5 intensity settings
Automatically shuts off after approximately 10 minutes
滝川株式会社, a comprehensive beauty and barber supply wholesaler, will exhibit at “THAT’S FASHION WEEKEND BEAUTY,” held at Tokyo Tower starting October 10, with product experience booths featuring OPI, SpaLuce and more.
【福岡プリンスホテル ももち浜】A new hub connecting the hotel and local community opens. Café “YOCASTAND (Yoka Stand)” changes its operating format and launches on Saturday, October 10
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Fukuoka Prince Hotel Momochihama will partially outsource operation of its lobby café “YOCASTAND” to 株式会社CHILL FRENZY starting October 10, 2026, launching it as a new community space.
Enjoy the amusement park with your family dog! Dog-friendly day at 北海道グリーンランド遊園地!!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
空知リゾートシティ株式会社 will hold a dog-friendly day at 北海道グリーンランド遊園地 on October 25, 2026. The event will also include free admission for residents of Iwamizawa, stage shows, and limited-time sales of bathing ticket books at 北村温泉ホテル.
The trefoil shines. A new skeleton watch with a fresh shape, “CITY TECH FIVE CRYSTAL,” from adidas Originals（アディダス オリジナルス）.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ウエニ貿易, the Japanese general distributor for adidas Originals, will release the “CITY TECH FIVE CRYSTAL” watch on October 16, 2026. The model features a tonneau-shaped case and translucent resin, and is priced at ¥15,400 (tax included).
Press conference for シルク・ドゥ・ソレイユ’s Japan production of “Earth Pharmaceutical KOOZA”: Osamu Shitara (Banana Man), FANTASTICS and Rikako Yagi thrilled by a live performance from “KOOZA”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A press conference was held for シルク・ドゥ・ソレイユ’s Japan production of “Earth Pharmaceutical KOOZA.” Osamu Shitara (Banana Man), FANTASTICS and Rikako Yagi were named special supporters. Performances will be held in Tokyo from February 2027 and in Osaka from August.
Facts
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2027
Saturday, August 7
Nearly 300 media representatives and industry figures
Has drawn more than 10 million people worldwide
Enchanted 1.21 million people at its Japanese premiere in 2011
A long-awaited Japan production, returning after 16 years
Marking the 20th anniversary since its premiere
Has thrilled more than 430 million audience members
Today, October 8, is the birthday of Toru Takemitsu. Shigeru Kishida, Erika Ikuta, Ichika Nito and others will “play with Toru Takemitsu” at “ASOBIBA TAKEMITSU,” a concert at NHK Hall on October 26
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A concert titled “ASOBIBA TAKEMITSU” will be held at NHK Hall on October 26 to mark 30 years since the death of composer Toru Takemitsu. A diverse group of artists, including Shigeru Kishida, Erika Ikuta and Ichika Nito, will take part in a program exploring Takemitsu’s work and world from a contemporary perspective.
Timewitch holds a puzzle-solving orientation for 6 incoming employees, taking them around Shibuya. Planned and run by a first-year employee
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Timewitch held a puzzle-solving orientation around Shibuya on October 1, 2026, for 6 incoming employees scheduled to join in April 2027. The event was planned and run by new employees who joined in April 2026, and was designed to build connections among incoming colleagues and with employees, taking into account survey findings from マイナビ総合研究所.
Will author Tetsuya Okuyama of “K-9” finally take over Shibuya!? A total of 131 posters appear at 15 locations across Shibuya!! Latest volume 8 goes on sale 10/8!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
To mark the release of the latest volume 8 of “K-9” by author Tetsuya Okuyama, a total of 131 posters will be displayed at 15 locations across Shibuya starting October 8.
Latest episode of the terrestrial-TV-taboo-breaking new media outlet NoBorder News released
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社NoBorder released “NoBorder News #57” on October 5, 2026. The program discussed the opening of the extraordinary Diet session, the response to the Takaichi administration and the future of opposition-party realignment, with Kenta Izumi and Ryuzo Hosokawa as guests. They exchanged views on the reasons for forming the new parliamentary group “志士の会,” political party subsidies, a proposal to cut the consumption tax rate and a proposal to reduce the number of Diet seats.
Facts
NoBorder News #57
Released on October 5, 2026
The 222nd extraordinary Diet session
About ¥2.3 billion in annual political party subsidies
The remaining approximately ¥1.17 billion
Proposal to cut the consumption tax rate to 1%
A system to cut 45 proportional representation seats
FRUITS ZIPPER surpasses 1 million YouTube subscribers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 7-member idol group FRUITS ZIPPER surpassed 1 million YouTube subscribers on October 8. To mark the milestone, live footage from its Tokyo Dome performance will be released as a YouTube Premiere.
Facts
YouTube channel reaches 1 million subscribers
Won the award for the 3rd consecutive year
18 cities nationwide
23 performances
About 3 billion views
Music videos have 75 million views
Companies mentioned：アソビシステム株式会社、FRUITS ZIPPER、KAWAII LAB.、日本レコード大賞、MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026、NHK
Public bathhouses and dry cleaners down about 36% over the past 10 years, while simple lodging facilities are up 70%; market data for 69 industries released for free
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ルミエール has compiled 10-year changes across 10 industries, including declines in public bathhouses and dry cleaners and an increase in simple lodging facilities, based on statistics from 厚生労働省. It has published a market data research page covering 69 industries.
Figures of Hatsune Miku “Dekomiku (Lightness)” and “Dekomiku (Darkness)” are joining the L size lineup of POP UP PARADE. Both are available for preorder at あみあみ.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Originalホビー通販大手のあみあみ（大網株式会社）が、グッドスマイルカンパニーより『POP UP PARADE 初音ミク L size』の「デコミク(ライトネス)」および「デコミク(ダークネス)」フィギュアの予約受付を開始した。各9,800円で2027年4月発売予定。
Facts
¥9,800 each (tax included)
Scheduled for April 2027
Height: approximately 230 mm
Overall height: approx. 220 mm
Companies mentioned：あみあみ、大網株式会社、グッドスマイルカンパニー、株式会社スパロー、WATANA BOX、Crypton Future Media, INC.
The latest version of Goddess of Victory: NIKKE, “LITTLE WITCH TRICK,” is now live! As Belorta enjoys Halloween, suspicious rumors begin to close in!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Level Infinite and SHIFT UP announced that the latest version of the mobile game Goddess of Victory: NIKKE, “LITTLE WITCH TRICK,” will go live on October 8, 2026. The update adds the new SSR character “Belorta: Pumpkin Witch,” Halloween-themed events and limited-time costumes for sale.
Facts
Going live on Thursday, October 8, 2026
14 Days Login event
The amount of rewards earned will be 2 times higher.
“AI Search Partners,” provided by TechSuite, ranks No. 1※ in the number of companies adopting AI search optimization consulting, according to an independent survey of publicly verifiable adoption and support cases
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TechSuite株式会社’s AI search optimization consulting service “AI Search Partners” ranked No. 1 in the number of adopting companies in an independent survey conducted by TFCO株式会社.
“I want to find more I can do”—turn that feeling into reality. “Light Heart Dental College 2026,” an event shaping the future of the dental industry, takes place December 6!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
THDC合同会社 announced “Light Heart Dental College 2026,” an event for the dental industry to be held on December 6, 2026. Its theme is “Turning feelings into reality.” The event will take place at タカラベルモント㈱’s Tokyo head office, with participation fees including ¥10,000 for dentists.
A collaboration between the Monogatari Series anime and VTuber unit Secret Society holoX is here! The interactive exhibition “X Monogatari -Batsumonogatari-” is coming!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The interactive exhibition “X Monogatari -Batsumonogatari-,” a collaboration between the Monogatari Series anime and VTuber unit Secret Society holoX, will be held at BEAM Gallery in Shibuya, Tokyo, from January 3, 2027.
The boys of Aoh High’s rhythmic gymnastics club become cute mini characters! A raffle lottery for the original TV anime Backflip!! is coming—with lots of exclusive prizes featuring newly drawn illustrations!
PARIGOT Okayama is entering a new chapter on 10/31. With the long-awaited addition of menswear, a new-concept store grand-opens!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
PARIGOT, a select shop operated by 株式会社アクセ, will relocate and expand at Okayama Ichibangai on October 31, 2026, grand-opening as a new-concept store combining menswear and womenswear.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Store area: 315.63 m²
(95.4 tsubo)
17 years in the making
More than ¥30,000 before tax
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクセ、DESIGN STUDIO SPIN、United Future Organization (U.F.O.)、Blue Note Records、interfm
[ChatGPT] The local-government AI platform zevo will begin offering 3 models—“GPT-6 Sol,” “GPT-6 Luna” and “GPT-6.1 Sol”—on Thursday, October 8, 2026!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
シフトプラス株式会社 announced that it has added OpenAI’s 3 models, “GPT-6 Sol,” “GPT-6 Luna” and “GPT-6.1 Sol,” to its “Local Government AI zevo” system, which enables local governments to use generative AI such as ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini in the LGWAN environment. The models became available to all participating local governments at no additional cost from October 8, 2026.
Facts
Context window — input: 922K; output: 128K
Knowledge cutoff: April 2026
Knowledge cutoff: May 2026
OriginalGPT-6 Solの発表から1週間で公開された更新版のモデルです
A trial plan for up to 10 accounts is also available
A 1-month free trial is also available for “eRex”
The company has offices in 28 locations across Japan
More than 560 municipalities, from Hokkaido to Kyushu, have adopted the system
The system manages approximately 50% of donations nationwide in Japan
Established in Nishi Ward, Osaka City, in December 2006
Tomo Cafe Moka appointed as official Mala Tang ambassador | Sauna Meal Ambassador (public relations representative) @maratan_tokyo The original Japanese-style mala tang
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
頂マーラータン・おうちでマーラートン株式会社 appointed ともカフェもか as an official ambassador (public relations representative) and signed a partnership agreement. The company is part of the ネクスター株式会社 group and operates a D2C brand for Japanese-style mala tang as well as a B2B business serving bath and sauna facilities.
Facts
More than 200 ambassadors are affiliated
The cumulative number of followers has reached more than 20 million.
クラシル株式会社 launches “Document Conversion Agent” and “Reconciliation Agent” on Kurashiru AI OS, automating everything from digitizing business forms to matching and clearing transactions
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
クラシル株式会社 has launched two new features for its AI agent platform Kurashiru AI OS for manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers: “Document Conversion Agent,” which digitizes business forms, and “Reconciliation Agent,” which matches and clears invoices and payments.
Facts
Breakdown and supporting evidence for the ¥280,000 discrepancy
Of the 128 payments received in September
Staff only need to check the 9 cases with discrepancies
ANYCOLOR株式会社 will begin presales of merchandise related to the live event “劇場版 七次元生徒会！ 〜ずっと一緒大作戦！〜,” scheduled for January 2027, at にじさんじオフィシャルストア from 19:00 on Oct. 9, 2026.
Nightlife-industry social media recruitment service launches with fully performance-based fees | 株式会社キングプロテア launches a new service in October 2026, sharing a proven model from its own concept café
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社キングプロテア officially launched a fully performance-based recruitment support service specializing in social media recruitment for the nightlife industry on Oct. 8, 2026. Based on data from its own concept café, the company is rolling out a model using TikTok, Instagram and Threads to other businesses.
Why are rivals “co-creating”? Tomoaki Harada of Shimizu Corporation and the Construction RX Consortium to deliver a special lecture on automating and reducing staffing at worksites, a challenge taken up by more than 330 companies ＜12/9・free admission＞
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
At “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026,” taking place at Tokyo International Forum from Dec. 9 to 10, 2026, 株式会社イプロス will host a special lecture by Tomoaki Harada of Shimizu Corporation on the Construction RX Consortium’s initiatives and the automation and labor-saving efforts underway at worksites.
〔イル ビゾンテ〕Limited quantity | Holiday gift set presale begins
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Italian bag and leather goods brand “IL BISONTE” will begin presales of a limited-quantity holiday gift set (wallet and key case), exclusively through its official online store, on Oct. 9, 2026.
ザ・プリンスギャラリー 東京紀尾井町 to offer “Christmas Wish Afternoon Tea～with Steiff～,” celebrating Christmas with loved ones and family alongside a “シュタイフ teddy bear”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ザ・プリンスギャラリー 東京紀尾井町 will offer a Christmas-exclusive afternoon tea in collaboration with German teddy bear brand “シュタイフ” from Nov. 1, 2026. Plans include a teddy bear or key ring to mark the hotel’s 10th anniversary.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Until Friday, Dec. 25
Our hotel, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year
Personality launches “Manufacturing and Materials,” the 1st industry-specific package in its “Skills Compendium”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Personality has launched “Manufacturing and Materials,” the 1st industry-specific package in its “Skills Compendium,” a dictionary of occupations, tasks and skills. The package includes 15 manufacturing and materials occupations, 30 tasks and 210 skills.
Generate realistic interior CG from hand-drawn floor plans alone — Make House adds a new feature to “AI real CG,” its perspective-generation AI for housing
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Make House株式会社 has added “AI real CG 3D,” a new feature that generates 3D interior CG from hand-drawn floor plans, to “AI real CG,” its perspective-generation AI for housing. The feature officially launched on Oct. 8, 2026. A flat monthly subscription offers unlimited image generation.
AI model begins supporting the launch of アダストリア’s AI co-creation brand ELMIRA
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
AI model株式会社 has begun supporting the launch of アダストリア’s AI co-creation brand “ELMIRA.” Using generative AI, it will produce image models and e-commerce images and videos from start to finish, aiming to cut production costs and lead times.
Facts
A new apparel brand launched on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
An apparel brand for adult women in their 40s to 60s
Supporting generative AI adoption at more than 200 companies
Established: August 2020
Companies mentioned：AI model株式会社、アダストリア、三越伊勢丹、しまむら、Forbes JAPAN
【福岡ソフトバンクホークス】2nd lineup of live acts and performance dates announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
福岡ソフトバンクホークス株式会社, in partnership with スペースシャワーエンタテインメントプロデューシング株式会社 and 株式会社ビームス, announced the 5 artists in the 2nd lineup for music festival “FUKUOKA MUSIC FES.2027” and confirmed the event dates as January 30 and 31.
『ARC Raiders』 gets its biggest update yet, “Frozen Trail”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ネクソン released “Frozen Trail,” a major update for 『ARC Raiders』, a PvPvE game developed by Embark Studios, on Oct. 8, 2026. The update adds the new map “Pendra Pass,” 3 new ARC types and a weapon enhancement system. Free play will be available from Oct. 8 through 12, followed by a limited-time beta test of PvE matchmaking starting on the 13th.
ボークス announces the release of Mari Illustrious Makinami from “Rebuild of Evangelion” under its top-tier figure brand “Zettai Ryoiki”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ボークス株式会社 has announced a 1/4-scale resin assembly kit of Mari Illustrious Makinami from 『ヱヴァンゲリヲン新劇場版』, under its figure brand 「絶対領域」. The price is 115,500 yen (tax included). Orders will open in November 2026, with delivery scheduled for spring 2027.
New V-liver agency 「Lilyette」 is running advertisements featuring its members at Akihabara Station!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
VTuber agency 「Lilyette」 reached 5 million points in an IRIAM merchandise-production event and placed poster advertisements featuring its members at Akihabara Station.
Here are the synopsis and preview images for Episode 1 of the TV anime 『朱色の仮面』, animated by 100studio, airing Saturday, October 10, at 5:30 p.m.!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The synopsis and preview images for Episode 1 of the TV anime 『朱色の仮面』, produced by 100studio, have been released. The series begins airing on October 10, 2026, and a second cour has been confirmed for April 2027.
Facts
5:30 p.m.
A second cour has been confirmed to air from April 2027
Saturday, October 10, 2026
7 years ago, in an incident
Volumes １–9 now on sale to acclaim
Companies mentioned：株式会社HIKE、100studio、少年画報社、読売テレビ、日本テレビ、TVer、ytv MyDo!、ABEMA、ニコニコ生放送、ABEMAプレミアム、DMM TV、dアニメストア、dアニメストア for Prime Video、dアニメストア for LINEマンガ、dアニメストア ニコニコ支店、FOD、Hulu、J:COM STREAM、Lemino、milplus、Prime Video、TELASA、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、バンダイチャンネル、ふらっと動画、Google TV、HAPPY!動画、ｍilplus、music.jp、カンテレドーガ、ニコニコチャンネル、ビデオマーケット、ビデックス、スタジオ・ルーファス、ハイパーボール、アニモキャラメル、editz
Artist Zuma (Nijiiro Samurai) visits the school for a talk and live performance at the “SHOW! Music Entertainment Seminar”—attendees learn how to share music on social media and experience improvised songs up close
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
SHOW!, a vocational school in the NSGグループ, held the “SHOW! Music Entertainment Seminar” on October 2, 2026, with artist Zuma (Nijiiro Samurai) as a guest. Attendees learned about sharing music on social media and improvised songs.
Volume 4 of the comic adaptation of 『あやかし屋敷のまやかし夫婦』 (Kotonoha Bunko), a story about a “contract marriage” set in Kamakura, arrives on やわらかスピリッツ on October 8!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Volume 4 of the comic adaptation of マイクロマガジン社's Kotonoha Bunko title 『あやかし屋敷のまやかし夫婦』 was released on やわらかスピリッツ on October 8.
This weekend, a “Play Culture Festival” at a former school building in Shinjuku. Details of all 154 booths are now available. 300 masters of play will gather, including an Othello champion, a member of Japan’s table soccer team, a wooden toy maker, a childcare worker renowned for crafts, and a master of tōsenkyō!
株式会社KUOE GLOBAL, which operates Kyoto-based watch brand KUOE KYOTO, plans to build a new headquarters in Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward in response to rising orders. It aims to complete construction in spring 2028 and expand production capacity by up to about 5 times. The company is also considering a future IPO.
Facts
Completion scheduled for February–March 2028
4 above-ground floors
Total floor area: approximately 1,500 m²
Raise production capacity to approximately 5 times its current level
Notice of change in representative director and new management structure; press conference held
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社栃木日光アイスバックス held a press conference on October 8, 2026, at the prefectural government press club regarding a change in representative director and its new management structure. Eiji Tsuchida is set to become the new representative director, and Sergio Echigo will become chairman of the board. The new structure will officially take effect on November 1.
HARIORI to exhibit at India Mela 2026 with 2 booths, offering Ayurvedic head-care experiences and spices
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HARIORI合同会社 will exhibit with 2 booths at India Mela 2026, western Japan’s largest Indian festival, offering Ayurvedic head-care experiences by instructor Kenji Asagai and selling spices backed by more than 16 years of trading experience, as well as rice grown at its own farm. Indus Ray, a South Indian home-cooking restaurant it supports, will also exhibit. A new location is scheduled to open in Nagata, Kobe, in November.
Facts
35-minute Ayurvedic experience
3,000 yen (same-day registration)
Continued for more than 16 years
Rating of 4.5 (310 reviews, as of October 7, 2026)
“Mochitto Ice Monaka,” which sold 600 units in Osaka, comes to Tokyo! Oimoya to exhibit at the Rakuten Foodie Festival 2026 for the 3rd consecutive year
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社おいもや will exhibit for the 3rd consecutive year at the 3rd Rakuten Foodie Festival, held at Yoyogi Park in Shibuya, Tokyo, from October 9 to 12, 2026. The company will sell more than 10 products, including “Mochitto Ice Monaka,” which has previously sold at its Osaka venue.
How can work and organizations adapt in an era of change? Registration now open for special talks at “DX General EXPO 2026 Autumn Tokyo”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
エバーリッジ株式会社 will hold “DX General EXPO 2026 Autumn Tokyo” at Makuhari Messe from November 4 to 6, 2026, and has opened registration for special talks by Nobuyuki Sakuma, Takushi Izawa and others.
Facts
November 4, 2026
Nov. 6
3 days
Participation fee: Free
Established: Jan. 5, 2021
Companies mentioned：エバーリッジ株式会社、ビジネスイノベーション Japan、AI World 2026 秋 東京、(株)baton、大王製紙（株）、武蔵野大学、電気通信大学
〈VACHEMENT〉 POP UP STORE to open at TOMORROWLAND Lumine Shinjuku and Tachikawa | Exclusive outerwear and new 2026 fall/winter arrivals
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TOMORROWLAND will hold limited-time POP UP STORE events for outerwear brand VACHEMENT at its Lumine Shinjuku and Lumine Tachikawa stores. The lineup will include TOMORROWLAND exclusive models and new 2026 fall/winter arrivals.
Instantly research what’s on TV just by asking the AI you use every day! インフィニマインド launches MCP integration for TV analysis AI “TVPulse”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
インフィニマインド株式会社 began offering the “TVPulse MCP Connector” on October 1, 2026, linking its real-time TV broadcast analysis AI “TVPulse” with AI chat tools. Users can search and organize on-screen captions and statements from TV broadcasts in AI chats, and even draft articles and reports.
[デウソン神戸 | Activity Report] Conducting the 2nd Physical Test in Partnership with 神戸国際大学
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
デウソン神戸 conducted its 2nd physical test for first-team players in partnership with 神戸国際大学, with support from interns and the university, to assess the players’ physical abilities.
Everyone who participates in the “Nagahama Whisky Special Tasting Seminar” will receive an “Original Tasting Note” with the perk of no cover charge at 4 affiliated bars! The seminar will be held in Shinjuku from 16:00 on October 12 (Monday, public holiday)!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ロイヤルマイル announced that all participants in the “Nagahama Whisky Special Tasting Seminar,” to be held in Shinjuku on October 12, 2026, will receive an original tasting note. The note comes with a perk of no cover charge at 4 affiliated bars.
“beyond NORMAL. Beauty that takes the shortcut to results” — GENiS has released a concept video depicting beauty that reduces steps and leads to results.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Elevate’s sensitive-skin skincare brand “GENiS Professional” released the concept video “MAKE IT SIMPLER.” on October 8, 2026. The video expresses a vision of beauty that reduces steps and leads to results, and also introduces “Inazumask,” a face mask with cumulative sales exceeding 710,000 sheets.
A definitive archival book, “BOØWY HUNT 1981-1988,” based on exclusive content from BOØWY’s membership-based web fan club “ボウイハント,” will be published by 株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント.
Chinese drama “夢幻の桃花” ending soon: all episodes to stream at once on 〈エンタメ・アジア Free〉!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The free channel “エンタメ・アジア Free,” operated by 株式会社エスピーオー, launched on the new “Fast TV” app on October 1. The channel will begin streaming all episodes of the Chinese drama “夢幻の桃花～三生三世枕上書～,” which will soon leave the service, on October 11.
Facts
Starting October 1
24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Oct. 11 (Sun.)
All 56 episodes
Nearly 300 titles
600 yen per month
Companies mentioned：株式会社エスピーオー、Tencent Penguin Pictures(Shanghai) Co.,Ltd、BS12 トゥエルビ、Google Play、Amazon Prime Video
[New Service] Watch-style golf GPS now supports “Today’s Pin Position.” Real-time pin location service “オートピン APL™ (Auto Pin Location)” launches in Japan
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Voice Caddie株式会社 announced that it will launch its new “オートピン APL™” service for free in Japan on October 9, 2026, automatically retrieving real-time pin locations on watch-style golf GPS devices. The service covers approximately 500 golf courses and has surpassed 5 million cumulative uses in South Korea.
株式会社アピリッツ・ファンカルチャーパートナー announced that it will donate relief funds for the 令和8年熊本地震 through the game “けものフレンズ３.” From October 8 to 22, 2026, it will donate all proceeds from sales of designated photos and a portion of gacha revenue.
“西国街道クエスト,” a tour event spanning 10 cities and towns in Hiroshima and Yamaguchi, kicks off October 8
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ホーン will hold “西国街道クエスト,” a tour event visiting 10 cities and towns in Hiroshima and Yamaguchi, starting October 8, 2026. The mission-based service uses TripQuest, and completing a course earns points and eligibility for a drawing for local specialties.
Facts
Starting Thursday, October 8, 2026
Until Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
11 courses and 102 quests in total
Originalとしポ50ポイント
Originalとしポ250ポイント
34 cities and towns in the Hiroshima Wide Area Urban Region
A contest for a 1-month program tie-in and the chance to appear on “Music B.B. Japan,” broadcast on more than 25 nationwide terrestrial TV stations!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ColorSing株式会社 will hold a contest for L Singers on the singing-focused livestreaming app “ColorSing,” with a 1-month tie-in and the chance to appear on the music information program “Music B.B. Japan,” broadcast on more than 25 nationwide terrestrial TV stations.
The “Haikyu!!” anime × and GALLERY collaboration café is set to open from Nov. 3 (Tuesday, public holiday) in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka and Sendai! Exclusive new artwork depicting an after-school winter scene has also been unveiled!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
and GALLERY, operated by アイティーエンタテインメント株式会社, will hold a collaboration café with the “Haikyu!!” anime at 5 locations in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka and Sendai from November 3 to December 6, 2026.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday)
Dec. 6 (Sun)
Cumulative circulation has exceeded 75 million copies
Worldwide box office revenue exceeds 20 billion yen
株式会社パパス will run a ticket giveaway campaign for the Tokyo performances of the musical “101 Dalmatians” from October 1 to 25. For the 2nd round, customers can enter by spending at least 10,000 yen at 8 participating TABASA stores or on PAPAS COMPANY WEBSHOP from October 8 to 14.
Facts
50 pairs, 100 people
Thursday, Oct. 1
October 25 (Sun)
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Sunday, October 25, 2026
25 pairs, 50 people per day
10,000 yen (tax included)
October 8–October 14
Companies mentioned：株式会社パパス、TABASA、PAPAS COMPANY WEBSHOP、銀座店、日本橋高島屋、上野松坂屋、京王新宿店、新宿高島屋店、玉川高島屋店、東急吉祥寺店、東急たまプラーザ店
Could the “one shot of your favorite” that you took become an ad!? WHITE SCORPION 3rd Anniversary × スカパー! 30th Anniversary Fan Participation Project “Howasupi Best Shot Championship” begins accepting entries on X today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
スカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社 began accepting entries on X on October 8, 2026, for the “Howasupi Best Shot Championship,” which will select photos taken by fans and display them as station advertisements, to celebrate the 3rd anniversary of idol group WHITE SCORPION’s debut and the 30th anniversary of スカパー!’s launch.
Facts
3rd anniversary of debut
30th anniversary on air
Begins today, October 8, 2026 (Thursday)
Scheduled to be held at Toyosu PIT on January 11, 2027 (Monday, public holiday)
A limited-edition Baumkuchen commemorating Stray Kids’ Fukuoka concert on the Stray Kids World Tour <RUN IT JAPAN> at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka, created in collaboration with Fukuoka-based gift sweets brand FUQUOKKA, will go on sale at Hakata Deitos and Fukuoka Airport from October 22, 2026.
TBS and Banijay Rights expand partnership for “SASUKE/Ninja Warrior”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TBSテレビ and Banijay Rights signed an agreement in September 2026 for the sale of completed local versions of “SASUKE/Ninja Warrior” in various countries, expanding their partnership.
Facts
September 2026
Oct. 2025
2 countries
Original10月
30th anniversary
2028
1960s
Hundreds of titles and tens of thousands of episodes
[Event Report] 日本トリム holds special class for parents and children to learn about “sports × water”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社日本トリム held a special class for parents and children in Akihabara, Tokyo, on October 7, 2026, featuring former Japan women’s basketball national team player Yuka Mamiya, to teach them about hydration and water quality.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
No. 1 in sales value share for water ionizers
Researching electrolyzed hydrogen water for more than 30 years
Originalホームメイト presents 中日ドラゴンズ×読売ジャイアンツ『LEGENDS MATCH 2026』オリジナルグッズを10月8日（木）より販売開始！
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Chunichi Shimbun and Fanatics Japan will begin selling original merchandise for “LEGENDS MATCH 2026,” to be held at Vantelin Dome Nagoya on November 22, 2026, from October 8.
Facts
To be held on November 22, 2026 (Sunday)...
To commemorate the team’s 90th anniversary
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 souvenir jacket | 29,000 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 satin jacket | 22,000 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 melton jacket | 25,000 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 original replica uniform | 11,000 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 uniform-style number T-shirt | 3,900 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 hoodie | 8,900 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 toss-up ball | 1,300 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 main visual face towel | 2,500 yen
LEGENDS MATCH 2026 bath towel listing all player names | 4,500 yen
Special Crime Prevention Supporter Shigeru Joshima speaks at “Minato Ward Community Safety Gathering,” urging vigilance against “police impersonation scams” and use of “警察庁-recommended apps”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The “Stop Ore-Ore Fraud 47: Family Bond Strategy” project team held the “Minato Ward Community Safety Gathering” jointly with 6 precincts of the 警視庁 in Minato Ward. Shigeru Joshima, a special crime prevention supporter for 警察庁, spoke about the rise in losses from special fraud and explained the methods used in “police impersonation scams.” He urged attendees to install free apps recommended by 警察庁 (“Fraud Countermeasures by NTTタウンページ” and “Fraud Buster Light”).
Facts
Approximately 28.1 billion yen last year (2025)
In 2026, losses had already reached 48.5 billion yen based on provisional figures for January through August
株式会社アピリッツ・ファンカルチャーパートナー will sell limited-edition photos and donate a portion of gacha revenue from October 8 to 22, 2026, in けものフレンズ3 to raise donations for the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.”
“ESSENCE” brings in female DJs captivating the world: Chicago-based HIROKO YAMAMURA and Japan’s leading RISA TANIGUCHI to appear!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The summary of this item is not shown
Facts
2026.12.29 (Tuesday)
¥3,500-
¥3,000-
5th place
1st place
Companies mentioned：株式会社TSTエンタテイメント、ZEROTOKYO、FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL、Detroit Movement Festival、Trax Records、Planet E、!K7、Clash Lion、CLR、MOOD、J-WAVE、Beatport
No place to rest, so I bought bedding for work. “15-minute nap space” set up for 2 days only in a business district with support from Mitsubishi Estate and エステー【GOKUMIN】
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社KURUKURU held a power-nap experience event and set up a “15-minute nap space” in Toyosu, Tokyo, for 2 days only, August 27 and 28, 2026, with support from Mitsubishi Estate and エステーグループ.
Which mood will you choose today? The beloved BROWN and wistful BLACK: rom&nd launches “BROWN & BLACK EDITION,” a Japan-exclusive collection for enjoying 2 sides of yourself
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Korean cosmetics brand rom&nd will launch its Japan-exclusive “BROWN & BLACK EDITION” at ドン・キホーテ stores from October 16, 2026. The collection includes 6 items across eyeshadow palettes, tints and glosses, with mumei as its image model.
Kashitaro Ito “Live Classics 2026 〜re:verse〜” to be held at Ebisu The Garden Hall on Dec. 5 (Sat.)! Official advance ticket sales begin today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Singer-songwriter Kashitaro Ito’s special solo concert “Live Classics 2026 〜re:verse〜” will be held at Ebisu The Garden Hall on Dec. 5, with official advance ticket sales starting today through イープラス.
Facts
All seats reserved: 9,800 yen (tax included)
More than 150 million total video views
A hit selling more than 70,000 copies, an exceptional feat for a debut author
Esports team “REJECT” players Fuudo, YAS, Hinao, Laggia and Raef to compete at “EVO FRANCE 2026” in Nice, France
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
5 players from the esports team “REJECT,” operated by 株式会社REJECT, will compete at “EVO FRANCE 2026,” which will be held in Nice, France, starting Oct. 9, 2026.
Facts
5 players
From Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, through Sunday, Oct. 11