Boomi named one of the Leaders in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for API Management
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Boomi announced that it was named one of the Leaders in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for API Management. It was also named a Leader in the iPaaS category for the 12th consecutive time.
Facts
2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for API Management
Recognized as one of the Leaders for 12 consecutive times
Trusted by more than 30,000 customers
A global partner network of more than 800 companies
Companies mentioned：Boomi, LP.、Boomi株式会社、Gartner、SunBridge Partners, Inc.
Shinagawa Ward’s disability employment experience program “KITARA” × “CHRISTINA JAPAN” to launch the “Beauty & Employment Experience Project to Build Confidence in Working”
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On September 12, 2026, 株式会社CHRISTINA JAPAN partnered with Shinagawa Ward’s disability employment experience program “KITARA” to hold the “Beauty & Employment Experience Project to Build Confidence in Working.” The project aimed to build participants’ confidence in employment and improve their communication skills through skincare experiences and etiquette classes.
鈴与シンワート launches a campaign offering 2 months of free use of its alcohol check cloud service “あさレポ”
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鈴与シンワート will run a campaign for new subscribers to its alcohol check cloud service “あさレポ,” including 2 months of free service. The campaign runs from October 1 to November 30, 2026.
Notice of sales launch for “レーベン泉中央 THE GLOW GATE(West)”
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株式会社エスコン, タカラレーベン, and フージャースコーポレーション will begin sales of “レーベン泉中央 THE GLOW GATE(West)” in Sendai on October 9. The large-scale residence comprises 192 homes, with occupancy scheduled for late June 2028.
Heo Nam-jun’s special Korean edition of Harper's BAZAAR, “BAZAAR STAR,” now available on b.stage+
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bemyfriends has begun sales on b.stage+ of “BAZAAR STAR,” a special Korean edition of Harper's BAZAAR commemorating Heo Nam-jun’s 7th debut anniversary.
[New Product] The “Kamano Earthenware Rice Cooker, 2-cup Model,” which needs no heat adjustment, is here. Presales begin on Makuake at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 10!
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ソウイジャパン株式会社 will begin presales of the “Kamano Earthenware Rice Cooker, 2-cup Model,” made with an earthenware pot containing no chemical substances, on crowdfunding site Makuake starting October 10, 2026.
Facts
Presales begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026
The 4-cup model, which raised a total of 160 million yen in backing purchases on Makuake
Prize drawing for home appliances worth a total of 3 million yen
[SIENAROSE] Original material “ロゼテン” added to the bridal ring lineup. A lifetime keepsake, more natural and more accessible.
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株式会社サンポークリエイト, which operates the jewelry brand “SIENA ROSE,” is introducing its original material “ロゼテン (K10×palladium)” for bridal rings, with orders opening in stages starting October 3, 2026.
A memorable, special evening: 3rd Value Guest Night
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SEKIYA RESORT GALLERIA MIDOBARU, operated by 株式会社関屋リゾート, held the “3rd Value Guest Night: A Dinner Party Traveling the World,” a special event for valued customers, at its in-house restaurant THE PEAK on September 18, 2026.
Facts
September 18, 2026 (Friday)
3rd
A history of more than 120 years
Grew sales by more than 30 times
Operates 3 facilities
At the top of approximately 1500 companies nationwide
[磁気研究所] Domestic cassette tapes “Normal Position/Type-Ⅰ” available in limited quantities at select stores!
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株式会社磁気研究所 is launching “Normal Position/Type-Ⅰ” cassette tapes in limited quantities at select stores, made using domestic production facilities and expertise. Priced at 1,100 yen (tax included), they will be sold at events in October 2026 and at the company’s directly operated store, “MAG-LAB.”
Facts
Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Maximum 2 tapes per person
Maximum 5 tapes per person
Annual production of approximately 20,000 cassette tapes
45 years in the business
The cassette tape boom of the 1980s
Domestic production began in 1966
By the latter half of the 1970s, high-quality tapes suitable for music were also available
This laboratory, which began operations in 2020
Date and time: October 12, 2026 (Sunday/holiday)
Date and time: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Established: July 1979
Capital: 100 million yen
Number of employees: 120
Companies mentioned：株式会社磁気研究所、HIDISC、レバテックLAB様、WPÜ HOTEL SHINJUKU
[Online on Nov. 9; free to attend] 146th HGPI Seminar: “How Can We Build a Society That Supports Choices About Organ Donation? — Public Decision-Making and a Multilayered Approach Through Strategic Social Marketing”
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人 日本医療政策機構、日本医療政策機構、HGPI、Health and Global Policy Institute、同志社大学、公益社団法人 日本臓器移植ネットワーク、一般社団法人日本ソーシャルマーケティング協会、日本経営学会、日本学術会議、文眞堂
ATIBA x Vans “United Through Skateboarding Collection 2.0”: 2nd collection celebrating the culture and community connected by skateboarding
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Vans will release the skateboarding collection “United Through Skateboarding Collection 2.0,” created in partnership with photographer Atiba Jefferson, on Oct. 9, 2026.
Organizing production requirements for articles, case studies and white papers. フィシルコム revamps its content production cost estimate simulator
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フィシルコム株式会社 has revamped its content production cost estimate simulator and offers a page where users can specify the type of content—articles, case studies or white papers—the number of items, whether additional research or review is required, and the number of illustrations, among other details, to check an estimated cost.
The number of local governments with contracts for “river,” a platform that uses corporate hometown tax donations to solve regional issues, has surpassed 400!
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The number of municipalities contracted with the corporate hometown tax donation platform “river,” operated by 株式会社カルティブ, has surpassed 400, and the number of registered companies has reached 3,554.
Facts
The number of municipalities under contract has exceeded 400.
3,554 registered companies
Supported approximately 2,410 donation agreements in total
The site will undergo a major overhaul in August 2026
A total of approximately 12,400 people participated in the seminars
The cumulative total of project registrations is approximately 1,800.
The smartphone-linked technology using audio synchronization, developed by ソニー and SoVeC, was adopted at the immersive live event “Belle - PROJECT LAYRA -”
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SoVeC株式会社 announced that its “smartphone connectivity technology using audio synchronization,” developed jointly with ソニー, will be adopted for the animersive live event “Belle - PROJECT LAYRA -,” which begins in October 2026.
Facts
Expand the number of people able to experience it simultaneously to around 1,000
An audio experience that makes you feel as if you’re attending a live show with 6 billion people
Classic films from all eras and around the world come to life through the power of kodan storytelling, music and art! The entertainment show “ビリケン座 船場deロードショー！” will be held
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田村駒株式会社 will hold the entertainment show “ビリケン座 船場deロードショー！” at its Osaka head office on December 26, 2026. The performance, which combines traditional storytelling, music and art, is being held as part of the company’s cultural support project.
All 42 designs of the region-exclusive “Travel by Train Magnets” from across Japan come together in Odaiba, Tokyo! A booth at the 33rd Railway Festival
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All 42 designs of 株式会社ペノン’s locally exclusive “Magnets for Traveling by Train” will be available together at the 33rd Railway Festival, held on October 10 and 11, 2026.
The fried rice at 伝説のすた丼屋, with a history of more than 50 years, has surpassed 50,000 servings! To thank customers, it's 100 yen off for 10 days, from Oct. 13 to Oct. 22!
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株式会社アントワークス will run a campaign from Oct. 13 to 22, offering a 100-yen discount on eligible items to mark the cumulative sales of fried rice at 伝説のすた丼屋, which has a history of more than 50 years, surpassing 50,000 servings.
DS Brand to Exhibit at AI Agent DXPO Fukuoka '26, Demonstrating Its Generative AI Chatbot “DS Chatbot” and Web Customer Service by AI Avatar
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株式会社ディーエスブランド will exhibit at “AI Agent DXPO Fukuoka '26,” held at Marine Messe Fukuoka on October 22 and 23, 2026, showcasing demos of its generative AI chatbot, “DS Chatbot,” and web customer service using AI avatars.
Facts
Since it is available starting at 5,500 yen per month
BOOK MEETS NEXT 2026: “The Future of Novels and Stories,” as told by Yu Nagira — Dialogue: Sohei Kawakita. To be held at Tohan headquarters on November 13
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株式会社トーハン and BOOK MEETS NEXT運営委員会 will hold the event “The Future of Novels and Stories, as Discussed by 凪良ゆう” at トーハン本社 on November 13, 2026. The speakers will be author 凪良ゆう and 講談社’s 河北壮平, and the program will include a talk event and a limited signing session.
【Sayama City, Saitama Prefecture】Coming this weekend! The Shin Sayama Market “Night Market Shin-sayama” will be held on October 10, 2026
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“Night Market Shin-sayama” will be held on October 10, 2026, at 新狭山北口商店街 in Sayama, Saitama Prefecture. Nearby restaurants, farmers, and craft artists will set up stalls, encouraging local shopping through a market that is an extension of everyday life.
Celebrating its 5th anniversary! Lighthouse personification project “Akari no Moribito” launches its “5th Anniversary YEAR” initiative. The first event, “Akari no Moribito × Lighthouse Week 2026,” is set to take place!
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Lighthouse personification project “Akari no Moribito,” run by 株式会社ワールドエッグス, marks its 5th anniversary on Oct. 1, 2026, and is launching its “5th Anniversary YEAR” initiative. The first event, “Akari no Moribito × Lighthouse Week 2026,” will begin on Nov. 1.
Tokyo System House wins SS&C Blue Prism社’s “Best Partner of Chorus” award — recognized for its efforts to promote and expand Chorus and for its first-ever domestic implementation
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Tokyo System House received the “Best Partner of Chorus” award from Blue Prism社, the Japanese subsidiary of SS&C Blue Prism. The award recognized its efforts to promote and expand Chorus and its first-ever domestic implementation.
Facts
2019
2024
1976
Companies mentioned：東京システムハウス株式会社、SS&C Blue Prism社、Blue Prism株式会社、SS&C Blue Prism
“All products win awards at WWA2025; craft distillery from Fukuoka heads to Roppongi” — 新道蒸留所 to hold a special tasting seminar at 六本木ウイスキーサロン on Nov. 8.
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To mark 新道蒸留所, Fukuoka’s first craft distillery, winning awards for all its products at WWA2025, it will hold a special tasting seminar at 六本木ウイスキーサロン on Nov. 8, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 8, 2026
7 types in total
Limited to 10 people per session
5,000 yen
Established in 2021
More than 2.7 million followers in total
Companies mentioned：新道蒸留所、六本木ウイスキーサロン、株式会社ロイヤルマイル、篠崎、BAR LIVET、BAR 新宿 ウイスキーサロン、BAR 東京 バーボンクラブ、咲グラスブランド、Bar Roppongi Whisky Salon
Make the joy of living with your beloved pet more accessible. Applications now open for “quador Contigo 西新”!
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株式会社リビングコーポレーション has begun accepting applications for “quador Contigo 西新,” the 3rd building in its pet-friendly rental apartment series “quador Contigo.”
Facts
The 3rd building
5-story reinforced-concrete building
Total units: 12
Completion and move-in scheduled for early February 2027
[Event Report] Fully booked! A total of 3,177 visitors over 6 days as “Shin Ramyun Bunsik Store” holds reopening event
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株式会社農心ジャパン reopened its specialty shop for the global brand 農心, “Shin Ramyun Bunsik Store,” on Oct. 1, 2026, and a total of 3,177 people attended the 6-day event.
Facts
A total of 3,177 people over 6 days
More than 100 countries worldwide
40th anniversary of its launch
Reopening after renovations on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
The program has been extended through the end of June 2027
Founders’ networking event “Tsunagari Cafe Talk” to be held in 北杜市 on Nov. 18
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北杜市, Yamanashi Prefecture, will hold the founders’ networking event “Tsunagari Cafe Talk” at Shisha Cafe&Bar DEN in the city on Nov. 18, 2026. The free event is open to people within 5 years of starting a business and those planning to launch one. The application deadline is 4 p.m. on Oct. 30.
Metapen, the world’s No. 1* stylus pen maker by units shipped, to exhibit at the 9th EDIX Osaka, a comprehensive education-sector trade show
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株式会社アースリボーン will exhibit its stylus pen brand Metapen at the 9th EDIX Osaka, showcasing 6 models for iPad, Surface and Chromebook and holding hands-on events.
Bringing the message “Human kindness and imagination are stronger than war” to the world. Nakayoshi Gakuen and picture-book author Mamoru Suzuki to hold “BOOKS FOR PEACE DIALOGUE 2026” in Izu
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特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト held a peace dialogue in Izu with picture-book author Mamoru Suzuki, discussing a project to use railway teaching materials in Ukraine and the expansion of peace education through picture books.
GreenSnap launches “Restock Notifications,” jointly developed with 豊明花き
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GreenSnap株式会社 launched “Restock Notifications,” a feature that alerts users when plants become available at stores, on Oct. 8, 2026. Jointly developed with 豊明花き株式会社, the feature initially covers products under the companies’ joint brand “三ツ星品質” and uses market arrival data to provide consumers with information through the GreenSnap app and social media.
Congratulations on the new baby! Celebrating Tenchim’s birth with a limited-time special coupon for up to ¥10,000 off!
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株式会社dazzy has launched a limited-time campaign offering special coupons for up to ¥10,000 off to mark Tenchim’s childbirth, through QQz, the brand she produces.
[Okinawa / The Terrace Hotels] Unwind in the natural beauty of Aka Island and enjoy the island’s gentle pace. Official website for “AKA LODGE by THE TERRACE HOTELS” officially launched on Oct. 6
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ザ・テラスホテルズ株式会社 officially launched the website for its new brand, “AKA LODGE by THE TERRACE HOTELS,” on Oct. 6. Opened in June 2026 on Aka Island, the property offers “island time,” where guests can experience the “Kerama Blue” sea and the island’s natural bounty at a sustainable resort in harmony with nature.
Facts
Opened in June 2026
Approximately 70 minutes by high-speed ferry
5 room types
Filming conducted over 3 days
In April 2024, established the general incorporated foundation “ザ・テラスネイチャー財団”
Opened the flagship hotel “ザ・ブセナテラス” in 1997
Companies mentioned：ザ・テラスホテルズ株式会社、AKA LODGE by THE TERRACE HOTELS、アカロッジ by ザ・テラスホテルズ、ザ・テラスネイチャー財団、ザ・ブセナテラス、ザ・テラスクラブ ウェルネスタラソ アット ブセナ、ジ・アッタテラス クラブタワーズ、ジ・ウザテラス ビーチクラブヴィラズ、ザ・ナハテラス
Youth 4-a-side soccer tournament “4v4 au CUP 2026 in YAMAGUCHI Produced by au” set for Nov. 14!
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Now Do株式会社 and KDDI株式会社 announced that they will hold the youth 4-a-side soccer tournament “4v4 au CUP 2026 in YAMAGUCHI Produced by au” at Yamaguchi Orange Field in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, on Nov. 14, 2026. A total of 23 teams in each of the U10 and U12 categories will participate, and the winning teams will qualify for the regional representative selection round.
Yuichi Morito, representative director of the Japan Digital Transformation Promotion Association, appointed “CDXO advisor” to 鹿児島市
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Yuichi Morito, representative director of 一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会 (JDX), was appointed “CDXO advisor” to 鹿児島市 effective Oct. 1, 2026. 鹿児島市 has established a new structure in which Mayor Takahiro Shimozuru concurrently serves as CDXO and CAIO, with Mr. Morito providing advice as an external specialist on transforming municipal management and improving services for residents.
沖縄アリーナ株式会社 announced that it will hold the “5th Okinawa Arena Cup” at 沖縄サントリーアリーナ on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026. The tournament is hosted by the Okinawa Prefecture Basketball Association and will feature championship games in the U12, U15 and U18 categories, as well as the adult championship.
関通ホールディングス signs strategic business partnership with China smart logistics firm STORIN
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関通ホールディングス has signed a strategic business partnership with Chinese smart logistics company STORIN JP, aiming to promote logistics automation solutions in the Japanese market and develop its robotics business.
Launch of “Remote Assist,” a new feature enabling remote sharing of prescription data entry work
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ウィーメックス株式会社 launched “Remote Assist,” a new feature enabling remote sharing of prescription data entry work at insurance-covered pharmacies, in late October.
Facts
Launched in late October
Began operations as a new company in April 2023
Absorbed ウィーメックス ヘルスケアシステムズ株式会社 on Oct. 1, 2025
Securities code: 6523
Group consolidated revenue for fiscal 2025 was 364.4 billion yen
ugo Nova advances to improved-model development phase of domestic general-purpose robot development competition
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It was announced that ｕｇｏ株式会社’s domestically developed semi-humanoid robot “ugo Nova” passed the prototype evaluation for the “Domestic General-Purpose Robot Development Competition,” run by AIRoA and a project commissioned by 経済産業省 and NEDO, and will advance to the improved-model development phase.
Second installment of “Life Ending Support Seminar” to be held
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ＳＯＭＰＯひまわり生命保険 will stream the second installment of its “Life Ending Support Seminar” for free on YouTube starting Oct. 21, 2026. Topics include wills, property disposal and mandatory inheritance registration. Speakers are 株式会社鎌倉新書 and 株式会社KS不動産パートナーズ.
Facts
Starting October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
60 minutes per session
The application grace period deadline approaches in March 2027
トレノケート partners with Tably to launch “Product Management Training”
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トレノケート株式会社 and Tably株式会社 have begun collaborating to develop product management talent and will offer training based on a structured curriculum starting in December 2026. They will also hold a free joint seminar on Nov. 11, 2026.
Facts
Available starting December 2026
To be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
In April 2026, 経済産業省 and 独立行政法人情報処理推進機構 (IPA)
3 roles: “Business Architect,” “Business Analyst” and “Product Manager”
Pacific Meta releases “On-Chain Finance Business Advisory Consulting”
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株式会社Pacific Meta has launched “On-Chain Finance Business Advisory Consulting” for financial institutions and companies. The service supports clients from analyzing the impact of the growing adoption of stablecoins and digital securities through to developing concrete implementation plans for proof-of-concept (PoC) projects.
freee株式会社 begins using “Headless Form/Headless Analytics,” streamlining marketing operations and expanding content through form management powered by interactions with AI agents
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ナインアウト株式会社 announced that freee株式会社 has begun using its “Headless Form/Headless Analytics.” This enables form management and data analysis using AI agents, helping streamline marketing operations and expand content.
Installed “mamaro” baby care room opens at the Geopolis Zone of Tokyo Dome City Attractions!
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Trim株式会社 installed its “mamaro” baby care room at the Geopolis Zone of Tokyo Dome City Attractions starting Oct. 9, 2026. The company announced that cumulative usage has reached 2 million visits.
Youth 4-a-side soccer tournament “4v4 au CUP 2026 in YAMAGUCHI Produced by au” set for Nov. 14
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KDDI株式会社 and Now Do株式会社 announced that they will hold the youth 4-a-side soccer tournament “4v4 au CUP 2026 in YAMAGUCHI Produced by au” in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, on Nov. 14, 2026.
アップガレージ promotes cashless payments by introducing the option to receive purchase proceeds as “PayPay Money Lite”
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株式会社アップガレージグループ has introduced the option to receive purchase proceeds as “PayPay Money Lite” at all directly operated stores, promoting cashless payments.
TAMALABO, 多摩美術大学’s university-wide makerspace for exploring advanced technologies using digital fabrication equipment and hands-on creative expression, opens
株式会社ティービーアイ launches sales of its AI security camera service “VORTEX” — combining edge recording with the cloud to reduce costs and network traffic —
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TBE and AIL, members of the Tokyo Boeki Holdings Group, have signed a sales agency agreement with VIVOTEK, a subsidiary of Delta Electronics, and launched sales of the cloud-based AI security camera service “VORTEX.”
Facts
30 days at standard resolution
Celebrating the 78th anniversary of its founding in 1947
Comprising a total of 18 companies
Companies mentioned：東京貿易ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社ティービーアイ、株式会社エーアイリンク、Delta Electronics, Inc.、VIVOTEK, INC.、デルタ電子株式会社、Delta Electronics (Japan), Inc.
A cashmere-blend collection using “Queenstown Wool by ANNUAL” arrives at UNFILO
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MNインターファッション株式会社’s in-house materials brand “Queenstown Wool by ANNUAL” has been selected for the cashmere-blend collection of 株式会社オンワード樫山’s brand “UNFILO,” which is scheduled to launch in November 2026.
Facts
All 5 models
￥10,990
￥11,990
￥12,980
￥13,990
￥8,990
Nov. 2026
Companies mentioned：MNインターファッション株式会社、株式会社オンワード樫山、UNFILO、Queenstown Wool by ANNUAL、日鉄物産、三井物産アイ・ファッション、LaunchPark
With orange prices continuing to soar, enjoy great value at 果汁工房果琳! Freshly squeezed orange juice at a special price for a limited time, made possible through special procurement
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青木フルーツ株式会社 will offer freshly squeezed orange juice made with Australian oranges sourced through RB Foods at special prices for a limited time at 190 stores, including 果汁工房果琳.
マイクロウェーブファクトリー and ローデ・シュワルツ automate SAR measurements for 5G devices through CMX500 support for MATEOS
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マイクロウェーブファクトリー and ローデ・シュワルツ have added support for the CMX500 test platform to MWF’s MATEOS software to automate SAR measurements for 5G devices, enabling integration with SPEAG’s cSAR3D system.
Facts
Founded 20 years ago
A member of the Cornes Technologies Group since 2014
Launched in 2003 as a fully independent company of ローデ・シュワルツ
“Okan Pan” teams up with “ナノ・ユニバース” for the first time! T-shirts and more, the brand’s first apparel and accessories collaboration, go on sale October 16
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“Okan Pan” from the クックハウス bakery operated by 株式会社ダイヤ and apparel brand “ナノ・ユニバース” are collaborating for the first time. Limited-edition goods such as T-shirts and bags go on sale October 16, with a stamp rally and bread giveaway event also taking place at stores.
会議室.COM appears on BSフジ’s “Kundo Koyama Tokyo Conference”
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An employee of 会議室.COM, a meeting-room search website operated by Asuno System, a subsidiary of 株式会社MCEAホールディングス, appeared on the BSフジ program “Kundo Koyama Tokyo Conference” and shared ideas for meeting-related products.
Facts
Provided since 2000
A track record spanning 38 years since its founding
Survey on the use of business systems: About 80% abandoned or never fully pursued plans for company-specific business systems
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A survey on business system use conducted by 株式会社ラクス found that about 80% of respondents who considered introducing a company-specific system abandoned the plan or never fully pursued it. The main reason was the high cost of development and implementation.
“LEBEN IZUMI-CHUO THE GLOW GATE (West)” sales launch announcement — first phase of a large-scale development spanning more than 16,000㎡ and comprising 441 homes※1
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Original株式会社フージャースコーポレーション、株式会社タカラレーベン、株式会社エスコンの3社が共同で開発する大規模レジデンスプロジェクト「レーベン泉中央 THE GLOW GATE」の第一弾となる「West」の販売を10月9日より開始した。総敷地面積16,000㎡超、全441邸のうち192邸からなり、泉区最大規模を誇る。
Shinagawa and Tennozu become an art stage this fall! — Art exhibition “TOKYO ATLAS” and a variety of related events, plus a special cruise —
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Original東京都と東京国際文化芸術祭実行委員会が主催する文化芸術祭「ARTE TOKYO」のハイライトプログラムとして、国際美術展「TOKYO ATLAS」が10月10日から開催される。品川区内のアイルしながわやWHAT MUSEUMなどで現代アートが展示され、天王洲と臨海エリアを結ぶ特別クルーズ船「ARTE TOKYO CRUISE」も運航される。
Facts
Opens October 10
Will be held December 31...
Runs through December 20
Official website launched September 15
Adults: 1,500 yen
Children: 750 yen
Adults: 3,000 yen
Children: 1,500 yen
About 40–50 minutes one way
Some routes take about 90 minutes
Adults: 300 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 100 yen
Companies mentioned：東京都、東京国際文化芸術祭実行委員会、アイルしながわ、WHAT MUSEUM、品川区立品川歴史館、MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL2026、HELLO TENNOZ!、目黒川オータムプロムナード、東京メガイルミ2026-2027、Creative Jam in Art Hall、目黒川みんなのイルミネーション、AVEX、寺田倉庫
A feast of oversized toppings for fall! The “Big Topping Festival” offers everything from whole conger eel and generous cuts of engawa to autumn sweet potato desserts
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株式会社Genki Global Dining Concepts will hold the “Big Topping Festival” at 魚べい and 元気寿司 locations nationwide from October 9, 2026. The menu features extra-large toppings and autumn sweet potato desserts.
Facts
Starting Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.)
Whole conger eel” (480 yen / 528 yen including tax)
Generous cut of engawa” (240 yen / 264 yen including tax)
Hon-zuwai snow crab” (270 yen / 297 yen including tax)
Beef tongue nigiri (¥180 / ¥198 including tax)
Medium-fatty tuna (¥150 / ¥165 including tax)
Great value! Tuna assortment (¥280 / ¥308 including tax)
Crispy sweet potato parfait (¥380 / ¥418 including tax)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Genki Global Dining Concepts、魚べい、元気寿司、ゲンキ スイーツラボ、千両、GENKI SUSHI×魚べい、大阪焼肉 うま勝
First-ever location in Fukushima Prefecture! GOTTO opens for a limited time at S-PAL Fukushima!
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Confectionery maker GOTTO, operated by 株式会社パルポー, will open a limited-time location on the 1st floor of S-PAL Fukushima, operated by 仙台ターミナルビル株式会社, starting November 6, 2026.
Group company シンフォニカル conducts survey on attitudes toward home-visit dentistry on 歯科タウン: About 85% say they “don't know much about” it, while about 80% say they “would use or recommend it”
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歯科タウン, operated by group company シンフォニカル of ブランディングテクノロジー株式会社, conducted a nationwide survey on home-visit dentistry. While about 85% of respondents said they did not know much about it, about 80% expressed a positive intention to use or recommend it in the future.
A new series by Keiichi Sigsawa and Kouhaku Kuroboshi, creators of “Kino's Journey” and “GGO,” launches in Dengeki Bunko! Cover art for “Drifted I: John Smith's Edo Drifting Tale” unveiled today!
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株式会社coly and KADOKAWA unveiled the cover art for “Drifted I: John Smith's Edo Drifting Tale,” a new series by Keiichi Sigsawa and Kouhaku Kuroboshi, and announced that it is scheduled for release by Dengeki Bunko on November 10, 2026.
Middle schoolers take center stage! Seeking performers and presenters for the original school festival “MAI FES.”
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舞鶴市 will hold “MAI FES.,” an original school festival centered on middle school students in the city, on January 31, Reiwa 9, and is seeking performers and presenters.
SCANOLOGY to exhibit at JIMTOF 2026! Showcasing solutions to streamline 3D measurement of complex shapes
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APPLE TREE株式会社's 3D measurement solutions brand SCANOLOGY will exhibit at JIMTOF 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 26 to 31, 2026, showcasing solutions for contact-free conversion of complex shapes into 3D data.
Hokkahokka-tei's “One-Hand BENTO” to exhibit at “1st Anniversary EXPO 2025: Experience that amazement and excitement once again @ Osaka, come on over! ‘EXPO Reborn!’ Re-experience the future, food and culture”
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株式会社ほっかほっか亭総本部 will exhibit at “1st Anniversary EXPO 2025,” held in Osaka on October 11 and 12, 2026, and sell “One-Hand BENTO”—which has sold more than 220,000 meals cumulatively at the Expo—at the ATC Piloti Plaza.
Facts
Cumulative sales of the “One-Hand BENTO” series reached 224,706 meals during the event
Sensor developed to obtain real-time signals in response to ions in sweat: Confirmed to work at actual job sites without lengthy pre-adjustment
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A research group at 東京理科大学 has developed a wearable sensor that can obtain real-time signals from sodium and potassium ions in sweat without lengthy pre-adjustment. A field test at a construction site achieved continuous measurement for about 2 hours and 45 minutes.
[Held Oct. 21] 株式会社Dooox to hold free online webinar demonstrating how AI can solve everyday concerns of business owners and employees
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株式会社Dooox will hold a free online webinar on October 21, 2026, for owners and employees of mid-sized and small businesses, demonstrating how AI can be used to solve work-related problems.
[Event report] 鳥取県 × オミカレ “Daisen Masumizu Highlands Matching Event 2026”: After the rain, the ground grew firm—34 couples took their first step toward love amid Daisen's natural beauty
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株式会社オミカレ and 鳥取県 jointly held the “Daisen Masumizu Highlands Matching Event 2026,” achieving 34 matches (a rate of 85%) among 81 participants. The cumulative number of matches reached 173.
Facts
More than 1 million members
Sept. 19 (Sat.), 2026
34 matches
Matching rate: 85%
Cumulative matches through the project: 173 couples
[Health Management EXPO report] About 300 people tried “posture analysis” and “occupational accident risk analysis” at the BODY PALETTE booth; consultations received on assessing physical strain in the workplace
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フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 exhibited at Health Management EXPO, providing posture analysis and occupational accident risk analysis to about 300 people through its corporate service BODY PALETTE.
From Laline's moisturizing luxury line “SHEA＆KUKUI,” 2 new items to care for dry skin in fall and winter launch on Friday, October 9, 2026!
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Laline JAPAN株式会社 will launch 2 new items from its highly moisturizing luxury line “SHEA＆KUKUI” on October 9, 2026, to help combat dryness in fall and winter.
[A must-see for Tomato & Onion fans] 47th anniversary appreciation campaign, Part 2! An incredible-value “original lucky bag” packed with “¥5,000 in coupons + 3 exclusive goods” for ¥3,000, on sale in limited quantities starting Saturday, October 10!
Booth at the gaming gadget experience event “TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9”; showcasing the latest AR glasses, “xbx a01+”
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XREAL will exhibit at the gaming event “TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9,” to be held in Akihabara on October 10, 2026, showcasing its “xbx a01+” AR glasses. It will also offer “XREAL 1S” as a giveaway prize.
CRASH GATE’s Shadow Series to launch 4 new rattan-and-teak chairs on Friday, October 9
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4 new chairs made with rattan and teak will be added to the Shadow Series from 株式会社関家具’s interior collection “CRUSH CRASH PROJECT,” and go on sale on October 9, 2026. A lighting and rug campaign will also be held.
【Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel】A star-pattern quilted lunch bag joins the lineup! Skater launches 9 lunch and lifestyle items
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スケーター株式会社 launched a quilted lunch bag from the “Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel” anime series on September 10, and offers a total of 9 items, including bamboo chopsticks and bottles.
【佐渡汽船】“Sado Ferry Travel Support Voucher & Sado Products Support Voucher” added to Sado City’s hometown tax donation gifts
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佐渡汽船 has begun offering the “Sado Ferry Travel Support Voucher & Sado Products Support Voucher” as a hometown tax donation gift from Sado City, Niigata Prefecture.
【New product】A new addition from foil-stamping brand “ROKKAKU”: the “Japanese Landmarks Series: Sakura Fuji Foil-Stamped Postcard,” featuring foil stamping across the entire surface!
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フタバ株式会社 will begin selling the “Japanese Landmarks Series: Sakura Fuji Foil-Stamped Postcard,” featuring cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji with foil stamping across the entire surface, from its foil-stamping brand “ROKKAKU” on October 19, 2026.
Ｐ＆Ｇジャパン’s レノア is partnering with 株式会社アルペン’s “スポーツデポ” on the “School Sports Club Student Support Project,” launching in October 2026 to help students tackle clothing odors.
Facts
To be rolled out sequentially from October 2026
Formulated with 5 times the deodorizing ingredients of laundry detergent※1
About 90% of children’s sportswear is “primarily made of synthetic fibers”
A collaborative apparel collection from the “Fist of the North Star-FIST OF THE NORTH STAR-” anime and “ODDGOOD” is here! Limited-time pop-up to open from October 23
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株式会社サイバーエージェント will launch a collaborative apparel collection by apparel brand “ODDGOOD” and the “Fist of the North Star-FIST OF THE NORTH STAR-” anime, and hold a limited-time pop-up store in Shibuya and Harajuku from October 23.
Fujiko’s “Skin Plumper” sells out in 22 hours in the fastest official online store presale in Fujiko history※1! Unusually made a permanent product just 5 days after general release
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“Skin Plumper,” launched in limited quantities on October 1, 2026, by 株式会社かならぼ’s makeup brand “Fujiko,” sold out in 22 hours during its official online store presale, with numerous stores also selling out after general release. In response, the company decided on October 6 to make it a permanent product just 5 days after general release, with sales set to begin in spring 2027.
【To mark the 2026 Pacific League Climax Series】“Fans Choose the ‘P-nai’ Hustle” voting campaign launches
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パシフィックリーグマーケティング株式会社 is publicizing the “Fans Choose the ‘P-nai’ Hustle” voting campaign run by パーソルホールディングス株式会社, the 2026 Pacific League title partner. Fans can vote for the player who showed the most “P-nai” hustle during the series, and the winning player will receive ¥1 million. Participants will also be entered in a draw for prizes including autographed uniforms and tickets, and a photo booth where visitors can experience the world of the video will be set up at the stadium.
Information provided to 公正取引委員会 on the competitive landscape of the cashless payments market amid the growing adoption of stablecoin payments
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JPYC株式会社 provided 公正取引委員会 with information on the competitive landscape of the cashless payments market amid the growing adoption of stablecoin payments. It also published its position to help merchants confidently offer preferential benefits to customers using JPYC.
Facts
Now available at a total of more than 150 participating stores
Rediscover the memories tucked away. パレットプラザ to hold its autumn “Anything Dubbing” campaign from Oct. 9
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パレットプラザ, a specialty photo service store operated by 株式会社プラザクリエイト, will run an autumn campaign for its “Anything Dubbing” service, which digitizes analog media such as videotapes and 8mm film, starting October 9, 2026, offering discounts of up to 30% depending on the number of items ordered.
【伊勢志摩BASE】Real collaboration with the hugely popular outdoor spice “ほりにし”! A spice bar selected by アウトドアショップ Orange VISON店 to open for a limited time from October 20
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伊勢志摩BASE, a glamping facility operated by 株式会社BY THE PARK, will set up a spice bar for a limited time from October 20, 2026, in collaboration with the outdoor shop “Orange VISON店.”
Facts
Starting Tuesday, October 20, 2026
A 500-yen coupon is also available as a gift
Companies mentioned：株式会社プラザホールディングス、株式会社BY THE PARK、アウトドアショップ Orange、ZOZOTOWN
Meet disciplined, responsible, action-oriented talent: A corporate matchmaking event for recently retired Self-Defense Forces members in their 20s
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株式会社アクセスネクステージ, a subsidiary of 株式会社アクセスグループ・ホールディングス, and 株式会社Next Mission, which supports second careers for Self-Defense Forces members, will co-host a corporate matchmaking event for recently retired Self-Defense Forces members in their 20s on October 17, 2026.
“元祖中洲屋台ラーメン 一竜 大森店” opens on Tuesday, October 13, 2026! Enjoy Hakata tonkotsu ramen for lunch or as a final meal after a night out!
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The new “一竜 大森店” location of “元祖中洲屋台ラーメン 一竜,” operated by 株式会社ガーデン, will open in Ota Ward, Tokyo, on October 13, 2026. To mark the opening, tonkotsu ramen will be offered for a limited time.
What is the first hurdle HR faces when using AI? Report on Kaonavi Campus “Summer School,” where a total of 226 participants developed solutions, now available
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株式会社カオナビ held “Kaonavi Campus Summer School,” an event for HR professionals, on September 9 and 10, 2026. A total of 226 participants worked on creating a roadmap for preparing data for AI use.
【豊田市×AlphaDrive】11 companies in 豊田市 begin considering new businesses. They will present their plans at “SPARK Demo Day” on March 10, 2027, approximately half a year later
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Under “SPARK,” a new business creation program hosted by 豊田市 with operational participation by 株式会社アルファドライブ, 11 companies in 豊田市 will begin approximately half a year of business planning on October 7, 2026, and present their results at “SPARK Demo Day” on March 10, 2027.
The “Community Challenge-Solving Demonstration Project for Introducing Convenience Store-Style Community Pantries (commonly known as ‘Itamachi Convenience Store Pantry’)” will be carried out
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Itabashi City will conduct a demonstration project at 10 participating convenience stores to reduce food waste and enhance food assistance by providing safe food free of charge after its sell-by date. The project will use a dedicated app and run from October 30, Reiwa 8, through January 31, Reiwa 9.
“魚刀” opens at “二代目ひつまぶしの成瀬 板橋店” on Sunday, October 11
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フランチャイズビジネスインキュベーション株式会社 will open the tuna rice bowl specialty restaurant “魚刀” inside “二代目ひつまぶしの成瀬 板橋店” on October 11, 2026. A bluefin tuna cutting show will be held at 11 a.m. on the same day, with tastings offered to children in sixth grade or younger.
New store opens in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture! Enjoy great value on everyday essentials at “Watts with Tsuruta マルショク Store”.
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株式会社ワッツ opened “Watts with Tsuruta マルショク Store” in Minami Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, on October 9, 2026. As of the end of September 2026, the company had reached 1,931 stores nationwide and plans further openings.
“キイロイトリ銭湯” to open for a limited time at Tokyo Station First Avenue from October 30 (Fri.) to November 12 (Thu.)!
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With the cooperation of 株式会社キデイランド and サンエックス株式会社, “キイロイトリ銭湯” will open for a limited time at Tokyo Station First Avenue from October 30 to November 12, 2026.