Event Report: We livestreamed the Tamagawa Fireworks Festival, also using drone footage from 世田谷区! Archive available on the イッツコム official YouTube channel
Celebrating 60 years since ながの東急百貨店 opened at the station! Hosting a Fancy Chocolate-making Workshop where elementary school students and their guardians can enjoy making chocolate together
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株式会社メリーチョコレートカムパニー will hold a Fancy Chocolate-making Workshop for elementary school students and their guardians on Nov. 7, 2026, commemorating the 60th anniversary of ながの東急百貨店’s station-front store.
International Exchange: 7 Taiwanese care facility operators and others visit 港区立特別養護老人ホーム白金の森
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社会福祉法人奉優会 welcomed 7 Taiwanese care facility operators and others who came to Japan through 台湾高齢産業創新発展協会 to 港区立特別養護老人ホーム白金の森. They toured the facility and exchanged views on staff development and retention.
Webinar on Nov. 12 (Thu): Introductory Session—Why Don’t On-the-Ground Figures Add Up Even After BI Is Implemented? Building the Foundation for Successful Data Utilization
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パナソニック デジタル株式会社 will hold a webinar on Nov. 12, 2026, explaining how to address challenges after implementing BI and build a foundation for data utilization.
UGREEN: Up to 50% OFF in the Autumn Home Support Campaign! Popular NAS devices also at a great price, up to 29% OFF
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UGREEN is holding an autumn campaign in October 2026, offering up to 50% OFF mobile batteries and chargers and up to 29% OFF NAS devices. Limited coupons are also available.
Supporting the health and athletic performance of junior female athletes: Junior Edition of the Female Athlete First Guide e-book now available for free
アンダーズ 東京: Readers’ poll by the globally renowned luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler
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Andaz Tokyo was selected as No. 4 in the Top Hotels in Japan category of the U.S. luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2026.
A lecture titled A Close Look at the Red Dragonfly—from Its Life History to the Mystery of Its “Red” Color will be held on Oct. 18, co-hosted by 神戸学院大学地域研究センター and あかし市民図書館.
A disaster preparedness event for the whole family hosted by 神戸学院大学! The Port Island Comprehensive Disaster Preparedness Festival takes place on Oct. 31
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神戸学院大学 will hold the Port Island Comprehensive Disaster Preparedness Festival in the Minatojima district on Oct. 31, 2026, helping participants deepen their understanding of disaster preparedness through earthquake simulations, a fireboat water-spraying demonstration and other activities.
AI data agent Squadbase launches Automation feature to automate everything from data ingestion and analysis to report delivery
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Squadbase株式会社 has launched its Automation feature, which automates everything from data ingestion to analysis and report delivery. The feature enables users to build ETL pipelines and use AI agents for analysis and notifications through chat commands. The existing agent feature will be discontinued and migrated to Automation.
Starting Oct. 14 (Wed): Matsutake dishes return to かごの屋 for the first time in 10 years?! A sukiyaki dish combining matsutake and Japanese Black beef is also here!
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和食しゃぶしゃぶ かごの屋, operated by 株式会社KRフードサービス, will hold a matsutake fair for approximately 1 month starting Oct. 14, 2026. The menu, returning for the first time in 10 years, includes sukiyaki with Japanese Black beef and grilled matsutake.
Major renovation of the children’s clothing floor at あべのハルカス近鉄本店! 西日本最大級の「ミキハウス」—where children can choose as they play—along with 「プチバトー」 and 「プティマイン」 to open in stages!
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近鉄百貨店 is undertaking a major renovation of the children’s clothing floor at あべのハルカス近鉄本店. 「ミキハウス」, 「プチバトー」 and 「プティマイン」 will reopen in stages.
Facts
October 2 (Friday)
Saturday, October 17
Friday, Nov. 20
Fiscal years 2025–2028
Original約3割
Fiscal 2028
Purchases of 11,000 yen or more, including tax
Purchases of ¥38,500 or more, including tax
Sunday, Nov. 1
¥16,500 or more, including tax
First 50 items
¥8,800 or more, including tax
Companies mentioned：近鉄百貨店、株式会社近鉄百貨店、あべのハルカス近鉄本店、ミキハウス、MIKI HOUSE、MIKI HOUSE GOLDLABEL、CHIECO SAKU、HOT BISCUITS、DOUBLE.B、プチバトー、プティマイン、LIEN、リアン、ファミリア
The autumn travel season is here! Service areas and parking areas are treasure troves of local curry! 57 locations in eastern Japan develop original curries packed with local ingredients and creative ideas
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The Autumn Original Curry Fair will run from Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 2026, at 57 service areas and parking areas in eastern Japan operated by 株式会社ネクスコ東日本リテイル. The fair will feature original curries made with local ingredients, along with a campaign in which customers can collect exchange tickets for coffee or menu items.
近鉄百貨店: Reservations open for Kintetsu Christmas Cakes 2026, and glimmer globe artist Atsuko Harada selected to create the Christmas Fair key visual!
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近鉄百貨店 will begin taking reservations for Kintetsu Christmas Cakes 2026 on Oct. 16 and has selected punch-needle embroidery artist glimmer globe Atsuko Harada to create the Christmas Fair key visual.
[あべのハルカス近鉄本店] Celebrating 160 Years of Japan-Belgium Friendship! Belgian Fair to Be Held
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あべのハルカス近鉄本店 will hold a Belgian Fair from October 21 to 27, 2026, commemorating 160 years of friendship between Japan and Belgium. The event will feature royal purveyors' gourmet foods and beers, diamond jewelers, and pop-up shops featuring manga characters. The Belgian ambassador to Japan will attend the opening ceremony.
Facts
160th anniversary of friendship between Japan and Belgium
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
Tuesday the 27th
7 days
1 serving (approx. 360 ml) 1,000 yen
1 serving (approx. 360 ml) 1,200 yen
Brussels-style waffle, 1 serving 1,000 yen
S size 850 yen
Crème du Chocolat 901 yen
Diamond Collection Box, 3 pieces 2,268 yen
Parfait Belge 1,980 yen
Soft serve ice cream (made with Belgian beer) 660 yen
Beer-braised beef, approx. 300 g 1,706 yen
Merveille, 1 piece (approx. 7 cm in diameter) 756 yen
Belgian fries, 200 g 900 yen
Belgian chocolate waffle, 1 piece 450 yen
Sigis White 770 yen
Flemish Red Ale 880 yen
Lupulus NEIPA 990 yen
Chocolat Vanille Belgique, 1 piece 843 yen
Praline Chocolat K, 6P, 6 pieces 3,240 yen
Raspberry soft serve ice cream, 1 serving 935 yen
Cup ice cream, 1 cup, 660 yen each
Approximately 50 varieties
Kerel Saison 882 yen
Vedett Extra IPA 605 yen
Monk's Café Grand Cru 989 yen
Snowy's plush key ring 1,980 yen
Tintin basic-pattern T-shirt (reporter), XS–XL 5,390 yen
5,000 copies of the “R.B. Booklo Diary” sell out in 43 minutes on Yurindo's official YouTube channel, “The World Only Yurindo Knows”
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株式会社有隣堂 announced that a total of 5,000 copies of the “R.B. Booklo Diary” sold out in 43 minutes during a YouTube live sales event held on October 8. The maximum number of simultaneous viewers reached 9,328, and 2 types of planners, the 高橋書店 edition and the NOLTY edition, were sold in a head-to-head format.
株式会社タップル × 富士急ハイランド announce results of “Love Acceleration Lab” dating event | 50% pairing rate, with conversation and smiles increasing after attraction experiences
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株式会社タップル and 富士急ハイランド announced the results of the second “Love Acceleration Lab” event they jointly held. Of the 28 participants, 7 pairs, or 14 people, successfully matched. The frequency of smiles increased by as much as 1.79 times, and conversation time also rose. A special nighttime private event will also be held on November 7.
Facts
A total of 2,341 applications were received
28 men and women participated
7 pairs, or 14 people, successfully matched (*1)
The frequency of smiles increased by as much as 1.79 times
The proportion of time spent in conversation also rose from 84% to 98%
[Free webinar] Learn from real examples! Preventing failures in toothed belts
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バンドー化学株式会社 will hold a free webinar on measures to prevent failures in toothed belts. Based on last year's survey results, it will explain typical failure modes, how to identify causes, and specific examples of countermeasures.
Sponsoring “YOKOHAMA URBAN SPORTS FESTIVAL ’26,” one of Japan's largest urban sports festivals! — Featuring a special booth with interactive attractions —
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一般財団法人BOATRACE振興会 is sponsoring “YOKOHAMA URBAN SPORTS FESTIVAL ’26,” to be held at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse on October 17 and 18, and will set up a special booth with interactive attractions and free merchandise.
Photo exhibition captured by JA public relations staff supporting Fukuoka's agriculture and food: “Connecting Agriculture and Food Through Photography: The Appeal of Local Farmers and Agriculture as I See It”
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株式会社日本農業新聞 and ＪＡグループ福岡 will hold a photo exhibition highlighting agriculture and producers in Fukuoka Prefecture, “Connecting Agriculture and Food Through Photography,” starting October 1. Visitors can vote at the in-person and virtual photo exhibitions during the event for a chance to win prizes, including Amazon gift cards.
[Amazon Prime Big Deal Days] SUNEAST to offer special prices on memory cards, internal storage, and semi-solid-state mobile batteries
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株式会社旭東エレクトロニクス will launch an early sale on Amazon starting October 13, followed by the main sale starting October 16, offering 4 SUNEAST-branded products—memory cards, internal SSDs, and semi-solid-state mobile batteries—at special prices.
Facts
During the 7-day sale
Early sale: October 13, 2026 (Tuesday) 0:00
Main sale: October 16, 2026 (Friday) 0:00 to October 19 (Monday) 23:59
Maximum read speed: 240 MB/s
3 capacities: 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB
Maximum write speed: 200 MB/s
Warranty period: 5 years
Maximum read speed: up to 7,450 MB/s
512 GB model: up to 7,050 MB/s
512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB
*A 3,580-yen coupon will be offered
Mobile battery with a capacity of 5,000 mAh
Up to 15 W
Output of up to 20 W
Slim design, approx. 7.2 mm thick
Lightweight body, approx. 110 g
Companies mentioned：株式会社旭東エレクトロニクス、SUNEAST、Amazon、Amazon.co.jp、Amazon Prime
株式会社肥後銀行 Notice of Co-Hosted Seminar on the Fundamentals of GHG Emissions Calculation
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株式会社インボイス, a consolidated subsidiary of Fuyo General Lease, and 株式会社肥後銀行 will hold a co-hosted seminar on Nov. 11, 2026, explaining the fundamentals of GHG emissions calculation and practical responses.
武蔵野美術大学 × 立命館大学 Academic Exchange Agreement Program: “Design Research Exchange” — Design Management and Organizations Connecting Management with Emerging Social Challenges
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Research institutes at 武蔵野美術大学 and 立命館大学 will hold the “Design Research Exchange” on Oct. 23, 2026, discussing the potential of design management and organizations through practical examples from リクルート and NEC.
Sanko launches disaster-preparedness toilet set in collaboration with portable toilet “Mimamo”
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株式会社サンコー launched a disaster-preparedness toilet set on Oct. 8, 2026, combining 株式会社伊勢藤’s portable toilet “Mimamo” with its own coagulant and waste bags.
“Customer Appreciation Day” at the Awaji Service Area outbound lane! A host of family-friendly events, including an onion-guessing quiz, custom button-badge making, Awaji ningyo joruri puppet theater and taiko drumming!
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ユーアールエー株式会社 will participate as a co-sponsor in the “Customer Appreciation Day” hosted by JBハイウェイサービス株式会社 on Oct. 17, 2026, and hold events at the Awaji Service Area outbound lane, including an onion-guessing quiz, custom button-badge making and Awaji ningyo joruri puppet theater.
Office products made with GX steel selected for use in Tokyo for the first time
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Office products made with GX steel through a collaboration between 株式会社オカムラ and 日本製鉄 have been selected for use at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building for the first time.
Facts
2 leaflet display shelving units
Businesses eligible for support in Reiwa 8 fiscal year
[Free, with networking] The future of recruitment, realized through AI- and DX-driven transformation of customer acquisition, interviews and matching — Oct. 15
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ポーターズ株式会社 will hold a free event on Oct. 15, 2026, on growth strategies for recruitment agencies and business transformation through AI and DX.
Facts
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Capacity: 100 people
More than 2,800 implementations
Including 12 countries overseas
A service supporting the human resources industry for more than 20 years
SHEIN conducts survey on wages and working conditions in its supply chain in collaboration with independent organizations
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SHEIN conducted a survey on wages and working conditions in its supply chain in collaboration with WRAP and Cascale Better Buying. An assessment of wages for supplier employees in Guangzhou confirmed compliance with statutory minimum wages and living wages, while supplier evaluations by BBPI also received high scores. SHEIN also began a pilot of the “Worker Care Hotline” in collaboration with ESCP and WRAP to raise awareness of grievance channels.
Facts
208 companies with the highest procurement amounts
2,441 employees
7,317 wage samples
9,981 valid responses
99.8% of the wage records reviewed
95.5% were at least 40% above the statutory minimum wage
95.3% of supplier employees
61.2% were at least 40% above the benchmark
97.5% of the wage records sampled
60.9% of respondents
12.4% answered “I don’t know”
26.7% said it was not sufficient
63.5% were “confident” or “very confident”
81 people (approximately 1% of all survey respondents)
Of these, 39 wanted shorter working hours
42 people wanted the option to work more
86.8% said they were satisfied with their workplace environment
65.6% regarding their current job
2.4% expressed dissatisfaction
10.9% said they were considering changing jobs in the near future
34.9% are unaware of SHEIN’s existing grievance channels
72 SHEIN suppliers
SHEIN ... scored 64 points
The benchmark score for the sector is 61 points
90.3% of responding suppliers
Companies mentioned：SHEIN、ROADGET BUSINESS PTE. LTD.、WRAP、Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production、Cascale Better Buying、Accordia、ALGI、CTI、ESCP、Ethical Supply Chain Program
【ホテルニューオータニ博多】Savor autumn delicacy Shanghai crab! Enjoy a variety of flavors at the “Shanghai Crab Fair,” including whole steamed crab and shark fin dishes
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The “Shanghai Crab Fair” will be held for a limited time at Chinese restaurant 大観苑 in ホテルニューオータニ博多, from Oct. 17, 2026, through late November. A variety of courses and à la carte dishes, including whole steamed crab and shark fin dishes, will be available.
“Intimate weddings” with spectacular views from the top floor of a Yokohama hotel — Parent accommodation and a pre-wedding photo shoot as gifts, plus benefits worth up to 500,000 yen for the first 10 couples — For weddings through March 2027
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横浜ベイシェラトン ホテル＆タワーズ is offering benefits for intimate weddings held through March 2027, including savings of up to 500,000 yen, parent accommodation and a pre-wedding photo shoot.
Zenrin to exhibit at “CEATEC 2026,” showcasing initiatives that support solutions to social challenges under the theme “Geospatial Information × Partner Co-Creation”
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株式会社ゼンリン will exhibit at “CEATEC 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 13 to 16, 2026, showcasing initiatives that support solutions to social challenges, such as disaster risk visualization and road maintenance management, under the theme “Geospatial Information × Partner Co-Creation.”
For those aspiring to become craftspeople! Applications open for students at the Sakai Knife Craftsman Training School
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Sakai City Industrial Promotion Center and 堺刃物商工業協同組合連合会 are recruiting students for the Sakai Knife Craftsman Training School, which aims to secure and train successors to Sakai knife artisans.
The second popular-train collaboration from Carrot® and JR九州! Kids’ shoes inspired by the 800 Series Tsubame, 36 Plus 3 and Huis Ten Bosch
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株式会社ムーンスター and JR九州商事 will launch “CR 165JR,” collaboration shoes inspired by popular JR九州 trains, under the children’s shoe brand Carrot®, on October 10, 2026.
スタメン strengthens its alliance promotion structure; Kazuhiko Sugiyama appointed as specialist executive
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株式会社スタメン appointed Kazuhiko Sugiyama as a specialist executive for alliances, effective October 1, 2026, strengthening its partner collaboration framework to help address labor shortages at small and medium-sized enterprises.
A collaboration event, “KABUKICHO STELLAR TOWER,” with virtual idol Hoshimachi Suisei will be held at 東急歌舞伎町タワー, operated by 株式会社TSTエンタテイメント, starting October 23, 2026. Plans include a new song release, merchandise sales and a DJ event.
Facts
Starting Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 8
DOOR: ¥4,000-
FASTPASS TICKET: ¥3,500-
FASTPASS TICKET with upgrade: ¥5,500-
Companies mentioned：株式会社TSTエンタテイメント、東急歌舞伎町タワー、東急株式会社、株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、namco TOKYO、ZEROTOKYO、GOLD DISC、Studio STELLAR、Forbes JAPAN
SKINFOOD’s lemongrass series sheet mask and cream launch first at ロフト and PLAZA! Oil-and-moisture-balancing care products formulated with niacinamide (※1)!
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株式会社フードコスメ will launch “Lemongrass Niacinamide 5 Mask” and “Lemongrass Niacinamide 10 Cream” from the SKINFOOD brand at ロフト and PLAZA ahead of other retailers on October 10, 2026.
SKINFOOD launches “Carrot PDRN Pads” for rich hydration!
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株式会社フードコスメ will launch “Carrot PDRN Pads,” a new toner pad from the SKINFOOD brand, at ロフト and PLAZA stores ahead of other retailers on October 10, 2026.
Facts
More than 13 million units sold cumulatively (※4)
A generous 100-sheet pack for ample use.
¥3,080 (tax included)
99% high-purity PDRN (※3), filtered to remove impurities.
FANBOX Print launches officially authorized fan works for “ずんずんPJ”! Fan art of Zundamon, Tohoku Zunko and others can now be sold at convenience stores in Japan and Taiwan
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ピクシブ株式会社 will launch officially authorized fan works for “ずんずんPJ” on FANBOX Print starting October 9, 2026, making them available for sale at convenience stores in Japan and Taiwan. An illustration submission project and a premium campaign will also run simultaneously on pixiv.
“Sorairo Lab,” a solar power J-Credit creation project operated by バイウィル, surpasses 1,000 members
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The number of participating members in “Sorairo Lab,” a J-Credit creation project for solar power facilities operated by 株式会社バイウィル, has surpassed 1,000. The project has generated credits totaling 7,671 t-CO2 and supports small businesses in creating environmental value through a program-based model in which バイウィル covers initial costs and administrative burdens.
[VALX’s first event in Okinawa!] Special event to be held at MEGAドン・キホーテ宜野湾店, ranked No. 1 nationwide
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VALX株式会社 will hold the “VALX Special Event” at MEGAドン・キホーテ宜野湾店 on October 24, 2026. The store ranked No. 1 nationwide in the 2026 “VALX Display Contest.” The event will include a tasting session and a training seminar by Yoshinori Yamamoto.
Facts
No. 1 nationwide
Oct. 24, 2026
6,000 yen or more including tax
3,000 yen or more, tax included
790,000 channel subscribers
A total of 1.56 million followers across social media
2 domestic hotels in the group earn “Michelin Keys” for 3 consecutive years—global recognition as “hotels offering exceptional stay experiences”
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ROKU KYOTO and 鬼怒川渓翠, both part of the Tokyu Land Corporation Group, have earned “Michelin Keys” for 3 consecutive years in the Michelin Guide hotel selection.
【Through Nov. 2】About 1 month remains until the application deadline for the 41st All-Japan DM Awards!
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The application deadline for the 41st All-Japan DM Awards, specially sponsored by 株式会社宣伝会議, is November 2, 2026, with about 1 month remaining. The newly established “DM Growth Award” and feedback benefits for applicants who pass the first screening are among the features introduced.
SEGA’s official nationwide music game tournament “KING of Performai The 8th” is finally underway! Online qualifying round registration is now open!
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株式会社セガ フェイブ announced that it will hold “KING of Performai The 8th,” the official nationwide tournament for the arcade music games “maimai でらっくす,” “CHUNITHM” and “オンゲキ.” The online qualifying round begins on October 29, 2026, and an in-person final tournament is also planned at Tokyo International Forum.
【Machida City, Tokyo】Posters to prevent victims of special fraud featuring ＦＣ町田ゼルビア players have been created
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Machida City worked with 警視庁町田警察署, 町田防犯協会 and 株式会社ゼルビア to create posters and flyers to prevent victims of special fraud, featuring players from ＦＣ町田ゼルビア. The materials are part of a comprehensive partnership agreement signed in 2025, and an awareness campaign is scheduled for October 18, 2026, in front of Tsurukawa Station.
FDA Members Registration Campaign for residents of Kasugai City, Komaki City and Toyoyama Town
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株式会社フジドリームエアラインズ is running the “FDA Members Registration Campaign” exclusively for residents of Kasugai City, Komaki City and Toyoyama Town. New registrants will receive travel coupons and other gifts, including a chance to win an invitation to a scenic flight.
【ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts】Wins “1 Michelin Key” for the 3rd consecutive year
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ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts received 1 Michelin Key in the “Michelin Keys 2026” announced on September 18, 2026, marking its 3rd consecutive year receiving the distinction. Its operator, 東急リゾーツ＆ステイ株式会社, was also mentioned.
【埼玉県】The “SAITAMA Smile Women Pitch 2026” business plan contest for women will hold its final pitch!
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埼玉県 will hold the final pitch for “SAITAMA Smile Women Pitch 2026,” a business plan contest aimed at fostering women entrepreneurs, on November 7. The event will feature presentations by 6 finalists, an awards ceremony and a networking reception.
Reiwa 9 (2027) lineup of exhibitions and performances at Tokyo metropolitan cultural facilities (1st installment)
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公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団 announced the first installment of its lineup of exhibitions and performances planned at Tokyo metropolitan cultural facilities in Reiwa 9 (2027). Major exhibitions include “江戸メシ探訪,” “レンブラントからモネ、ゴッホ ハマー美術館展,” “ルネ・ラリック展,” a solo exhibition by “石川直樹,” and “ソ・ドホ展.” Performances planned include the 25th Tokyo Music Competition and “オルガン・ア・ラ・カルト.”
ORIHICA, operated by 株式会社AOKI, will release official suits for 川崎フロンターレ’s 2026/27 season in limited quantities. Made with BIZSPO® fabric, the lineup includes a black-color suit set selected by the players, as well as polo shirts, ties and knitwear.
【国立科学博物館 筑波実験植物園】Notice of special exhibition “きのこ展～驚きの菌食の世界～” and press preview
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The National Museum of Nature and Science’s Tsukuba Botanical Garden will hold the special exhibition “きのこ展～驚きの菌食の世界～” from October 24 to November 1, 2026. The exhibition will feature wild and cultivated mushrooms, Japan’s and the world’s distinctive fungal food cultures, and artworks. Related events, including workshops and a quiz rally, will also be held.
Facts
More than 50 varieties on display at all times
A total of 9 days
A total of 7 prize-winning works
Capacity: 10 people per session
Original1日80名
30 people in the morning session and 30 in the afternoon session
株式会社JR西日本ホテルズ held its 17th Restaurant Service Contest at ホテルグランヴィア広島 on September 17, 2026, aiming to improve service quality across the group and develop the next generation of talent.
Facts
17th
September 17, 2026
A total of 17 people
5 brands
13 hotels
4,407 rooms
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR西日本ホテルズ、JR西日本ホテルズ、JR西日本グループ、ホテルグランヴィア広島、ホテルグランヴィア大阪、THE OSAKA STATION HOTEL, Autograph Collection、ホテルグランヴィア京都、ホテルグランヴィア岡山、ホテルヴィスキオ、奈良ホテル、梅小路ポテル京都
A milestone year marking 100 years since the Odakyu Line opened: “小田急ロマンスカーカレンダー 2027” to go on sale October 15
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Odakyu Electric Railway will release “小田急ロマンスカーカレンダー 2027” in a limited run of 10,000 copies on October 15, 2026. 2027 marks 100 years since the Odakyu Line opened, and the calendar features photographs of Romancecar trains in every season, taken by 六田春彦. Buyers will also receive an original smartphone wallpaper.
September 2026 average advertised hourly wages for part-time and temporary jobs: ¥1,306 in eastern Japan and ¥1,245 in western Japan; cleaning and maintenance jobs in 3 Kansai prefectures posted year-on-year increases for 52 consecutive months
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株式会社アイデム compiled average hourly wages for part-time and casual job openings in September 2026, finding averages of 1,306 yen in the East Japan area and 1,245 yen in the West Japan area. The “Cleaning and Maintenance” category in 3 Kansai prefectures recorded its 52nd consecutive month of year-on-year growth.
Facts
The average hourly wage in the East Japan area was 1,306 yen
The average hourly wage in the West Japan area was 1,245 yen
[Held November 3] Wu Wen, Misako Yasuda and others to take part! 『天然生活』 to hold its first in-person event, “Sustainable Market,” in Ebisu, Tokyo
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株式会社扶桑社 will hold 『天然生活』’s first in-person event, “Sustainable Market,” in Ebisu, Tokyo, on November 3, 2026. Celebrities including Wu Wen and Misako Yasuda will take part, with sustainable products for sale and coffee served. Admission is by ticket (lottery), and costs 1,100 yen.
[Limited time] Up to 40,000 yen off the enrollment fee! Harajuku and Omotesando diet-focused personal gym “808TOKYO” launches Halloween campaign!
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“808TOKYO,” a diet-focused personal gym in Harajuku and Omotesando operated by H1GLOBAL株式会社, will run a Halloween campaign from October 9 to 31, 2026, offering up to 40,000 yen off the enrollment fee.
“New potatoes” from 4 Hokkaido JAs become 4 varieties of “A La Potato”! First-ever thick-cut potato chips limited to JA production areas: “A La Potato Sweet Corn Flavor / Onion Soy Sauce Flavor / Onion Consommé Flavor / Butter and Soy Sauce Flavor”
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カルビー株式会社, in partnership with 4 Hokkaido JAs (Memuro, Kitamirai, Makubetsu-cho and Bihoro), will release 4 flavors of its thick-cut “A La Potato” chips made with “new potatoes” from each production area, in limited quantities starting October 19, 2026.
Fuji-Q Highland × Tapple announce results of “Love Acceleration Lab” dating event: 50% match rate, with more conversation and smiles after attraction experiences
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Results have been announced for the “Love Acceleration Lab” event jointly held by Fuji-Q Highland and Tapple. Among 28 participants, 7 pairs, or 14 people, successfully matched, while smiles and conversation time increased substantially. In response to these results, a special nighttime private event will be held on November 7.
[TAKEO KIKUCHI] A fusion of Japan’s cutting-edge technology and refined design. The ultimate triple-collaboration down jacket by KAJIF79 × TAION® opens for advance reservations on October 9 (Fri.)
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Men’s brand “TAKEO KIKUCHI” will begin advance reservations on October 9 for a down blouson created in a triple collaboration with KAJIF79 and TAION®, and will put it on sale starting October 26.
[Takatsuki City] The Takatsuki Shogi Festival is just around the corner! Spend October 17 immersed in shogi in “Takatsuki, the city of shogi.”
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Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture, will hold the Takatsuki Shogi Festival at Anma Ruins Park on October 17, 令和8年. 15 professional and female professional shogi players will take part, with exhibition matches, talk shows and other activities.
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15 professional and female professional shogi players
In 日本経済新聞社’s advertising campaign “NIKKEI Corporate Character General Election 2026,” “The Platypus Iko-chan,” the ICOCA mascot of 西日本旅客鉄道株式会社, was selected for 2nd place. Campaigns are also underway introducing Mobile ICOCA features and offering 3 promotions (a customer appreciation campaign, USJ-related rewards, and Mobile ICOCA GO).
Goods featuring the Sanyo Shinkansen “Kodama” in a new design: preview release at an event on October 11, 2026 (Sun.); general release on October 16 (Fri.)
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ジェイアール西日本商事 will release goods featuring the Sanyo Shinkansen “Kodama” in a new design developed through an industry-academia partnership with 京都工芸繊維大学. They will be available for presale at the Hakata Shinkansen Fureai Day on October 11, 2026, with general sales beginning October 16.
“500 Series & Doctor Yellow Memorial Shop with The Platypus Iko-chan” POPUP SHOP to open at Ekimaru à la mode, JR Osaka Station Central Exit store
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ジェイアール西日本商事 will hold a POPUP SHOP at the JR Osaka Station Central Exit store from October 14 to 27, 2026, selling commemorative goods marking the retirement of the “500 Series Shinkansen” and “Doctor Yellow.”
[株式会社JR西日本ヴィアイン] [First in the hotel industry*] JR西日本ヴィアイン’s “Stop Doing Work Awards” wins an Award of Excellence at the HR Awards 2026, “the highest honor selected by HR professionals”
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株式会社JR西日本ヴィアイン’s “Stop Doing Work Awards” won an Award of Excellence in the Corporate HR category at 日本の人事部’s “HR Awards 2026.”
[(株)ジェイアール西日本デイリーサービスネット] “500 Series & Doctor Yellow Memorial Shop with The Platypus Iko-chan” to open at Ekimaru à la mode, JR Osaka Station Central Exit store on October 14 (Wed.)!
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(株)ジェイアール西日本デイリーサービスネット will open “500 Series & Doctor Yellow Memorial Shop with The Platypus Iko-chan” for a limited time at the JR Osaka Station Central Exit store starting October 14. The shop will sell goods featuring the 500 Series Shinkansen, Doctor Yellow, which are scheduled to retire in 2027, as well as The Platypus Iko-chan.
—Aboshi General Rolling Stock Center Open House— “Fureai Fair 2026” to be held
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西日本旅客鉄道株式会社 will hold “Fureai Fair 2026” at the Aboshi General Rolling Stock Center on November 3, 2026, offering tours of railway car maintenance work, exhibits, and rides on a miniature SL train.
The “Gurutto Ekikita Festival: Autumn Festa 2026” will be held
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西日本旅客鉄道株式会社 will hold the “Gurutto Ekikita Festival: Autumn Festa 2026” around Hiroshima Station on October 25, 2026. Events will include an Ouchi doll-painting experience, food and drink booths, school festivals and cultural festivals. A stamp rally will also be held.
リーガロイヤルホテル広島 will hold a free Christmas concert at Chapel Rivière on December 20, 2026. Performances of song, piano and readings will be presented by Yumiko Masuda, Kyoko Katsura and Hiromi Miura. Admission is open to all, and no reservations are required.
STORY, the No. 1* fashion magazine for middle-aged women, launches the “Healthcare Update” project. Menopause becomes a “time for renewal” to live life on your own terms
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The women’s magazine STORY, published by 株式会社光文社, will launch a new project, “STORY HEALTHCARE UPDATE,” in October 2026, viewing menopause in one’s 40s and 50s as a “time for renewal.” Kaori Manabe will serve as ambassador, sharing information on hormones, sleep, femcare and other topics through a dedicated website.
“One classic passage or scene a day.” The 2027 edition of the 光文社古典新訳文庫 daily planner, “Kobunsha Classical Literature New Translation Bunko Journal 2027,” for diaries, reading logs and journaling, goes on sale October 8 (Thursday)
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株式会社光文社 released the 2027 edition of the daily planner “光文社古典新訳文庫 Journal 2027,” for diaries and reading logs, on October 8 to mark the 20th anniversary of the launch of 光文社古典新訳文庫.
A special year-end and New Year buffet will be held at Terrace and Table, the all-day dining restaurant at Hotel Metropolitan Kawasaki, operated by 日本ホテル株式会社, from December 1, 2026, through January 14, 2027.
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Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Thursday, January 14, 2027
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Number of guest rooms: 304
98 seats inside the restaurant
20 terrace seats
Companies mentioned：日本ホテル株式会社、ホテルメトロポリタン 川崎、Terrace and Table
A figure of “Iroha Isshiki: Original Version” from “My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected” is now available. Reservations are being accepted at あみあみ.
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あみあみ (大網株式会社) has begun accepting reservations for a figure of Iroha Isshiki, Original Version, from “My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected,” produced by グッドスマイルカンパニー.
A romantic Christmas told through a special Christmas cake and champagne. A once-a-year special story from ホテルニューオータニ大阪
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ホテルニューオータニ大阪 is offering “Noël Étoile,” a weekday-only accommodation plan that lets guests enjoy a Christmas cake made by the hotel’s pastry chef and champagne in their room.
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Stay period: December 1 (Tuesday)–25 (Friday), 2026
[CELFORD] 2026 Winter Collection themed “Charm in Motion,” modeled by Yurika Nakamura! Online presales start October 15 (Thursday)
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CELFORD, a women’s fashion brand operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will unveil its 2026 Winter Collection online on October 15, featuring actress Yurika Nakamura, and begin taking advance reservations on October 8.
“CAPCOM AUTUMN SALE” underway! The “Ace Attorney” series joins the sale lineup on the App Store and Google Play Store!
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カプコン is holding the “CAPCOM AUTUMN SALE” on the App Store, Google Play, Steam, XBOX Store and PlayStation Store. The “Ace Attorney” series and “Street Fighter 6,” among other titles, are included in the discount sale.
DMM GAMES “Girls Creation:少女藝術綺譚” holds “Cats, Nurses and Monsters,” an event where players can earn newly introduced Memories!
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“Girls Creation:少女藝術綺譚” from DMM GAMES, operated by 合同会社EXNOA, will hold the “Cats, Nurses and Monsters” event and a pickup gacha starting October 9, 2026.
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October 9, 2026 (Friday), 13:00–October 22, 2026 (Thursday), 12:59
シマダグループ株式会社 is holding a cover design contest for No. 7 of its comprehensive booklet, こめびと. The theme is “Wind,” and the deadline for entries is Nov. 15, 2026. The winning work will receive a prize of 100,000 yen.
キジトラ launches “AI Platform Development Support,” connecting organizational operations with AI
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株式会社キジトラ has begun offering “AI Platform Development Support,” which enables people and AI to carry out tasks using shared information and procedures, based on information from the business systems, SaaS services and internal tools companies use.
[For independent consultants, freelancers and those seeking side jobs!] A project platform where you can put all your new-business experience to use—NewAce accelerates recruitment of professional talent
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株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 is accelerating recruitment of professionals with hands-on experience in areas such as customer validation and prototype development through NewAce, a matching service specializing in new business development.
株式会社巴商事 has launched a new product, イッツマヌカ MGO250＋ コアラグミ, containing 5% New Zealand manuka honey (MGO250＋), with the aim of improving market transparency and soundness.
植田伸也, representative of 株式会社グイ, appeared as a guest speaker at the “かがわアントレプレナーシップ養成講座,” hosted by Kagawa Prefecture, and shared his experiences with a program training single mothers as IT engineers and with fundraising.
Survey of 671 men and women nationwide: 54.4% know little or nothing about real estate investment; “vacancy risk” is the biggest concern
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and 不動産投資おすすめ比較ナビ found that 54.4% of 671 men and women nationwide know little or nothing about real estate investment, and that vacancy risk is their biggest concern.
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671 men and women nationwide
23.4% said “vacancy risk” was their biggest concern
New web seminar to explore everything from lens design to laser resonator analysis using the free software “reZonator”
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株式会社光響 will hold a new web seminar, “Practical Optical Design Using reZonator,” using the optical design software reZonator. The practical course consists of 3 sessions and offers step-by-step instruction from lens design to laser resonator analysis. The fee is 19,800 yen (tax included).
Showcasing practices from top schools selected for Tobitate! Study Abroad JAPAN: EKKYO education seminar connecting learning beyond school with student challenges to be held in Shinagawa for the first time on Nov. 21
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株式会社アイエスエイ will hold the EKKYO education seminar for the first time in Shinagawa and online on Nov. 21, 2026, for junior high and high school teachers and other education professionals. The seminar will showcase practices from top schools selected for Tobitate! Study Abroad JAPAN and discuss ways to connect learning beyond school with student challenges.
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Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Participation is free
A cumulative total of 800,000 people
More than 1,000 elementary, junior high and high schools nationwide
“An untold heroic tale awaits here.” 『ドラゴンズドグマ 2：ダークアリズン』—enjoy “more” freedom to adventure in a classic fantasy world—goes on sale today!
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『ドラゴンズドグマ 2：ダークアリズン』 is now available for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam. The latest information includes the addition of Hard Mode, new dungeons and collaboration Pawns with カプコン・コレクティブルズ. A launch campaign is also underway.
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12 unique dungeons
Borrow up to 2 support Pawns
Original knapsacks for 40 winners
One winner will receive an Amazon gift card worth 50,000 yen
[GONNA DAYS] Four new fall deli items featuring LA food culture and Western vegetables from the company’s own farm launch in October! Fourth POP UP STORE confirmed at 松坂屋上野店 following popular demand
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Mr.LAND株式会社 will launch 4 new fall deli items on Oct. 20, 2026, and hold a POP UP STORE at 松坂屋上野店 starting Oct. 28.
From beauty, lifestyle, fashion and food to artists and professional athletes! “DISM Beauty CREATOR PROJECT SEASON3” launches with 40 participants. Theme: “Managing the impression of your skin”
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アンファー株式会社’s men’s skincare brand DISM is launching “DISM Beauty CREATOR PROJECT SEASON3,” featuring 40 influencers. With “Managing the impression of your skin” as its theme, the project will highlight the importance of skincare, primarily for men in their 20s to 40s.