# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-09 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 4 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 645 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 126 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 「ミシュランガイド ホテルセレクション2026」のセレクテッドホテルに『UMITO 熱海 別邸』および『UMITO 鎌倉 腰越』が選出

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000063930.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297245-en.html
- anchor: #n3278671
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UMITO、ミシュランガイド、サスエ前田魚店、レストランひらまつ 広尾、うつわ祥見KAMAKURA、HORIJUKU Agency株式会社、マノワ株式会社、マノワラボ合同会社、株式会社UMITO BEACH

株式会社UMITOのスモールラグジュアリーホテル『UMITO 熱海 別邸』および本格オーベルジュ『UMITO 鎌倉 腰越』が、「ミシュランガイド ホテルセレクション2026」のセレクテッドホテルに選出された。『UMITO 鎌倉 腰越』は2年連続での掲載となる。

Facts:
- 「ミシュランガイド ホテルセレクション2026」
- 2 straight years
- 5 rooms in total
- 9 seats in total
- 2 rooms in total
- 130.28 m² in total
- 10 nights per year
- 10 nights per year, from ¥10.8 million
- 140 employees on a consolidated basis

## Applications open for the “Live in Maruzen Junkudo” Tour 2026

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000027516.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297238-en.html
- anchor: #n3278670
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社丸善ジュンク堂書店、Twitter、X、ジュンク堂書店 三宮店

株式会社丸善ジュンク堂書店 will hold its “Live in Maruzen Junkudo” tour at its Sannomiya store in Kobe from Nov. 21 to 22, 2026, to mark its 50th anniversary. Participation is free, but purchasing books is a requirement. 5 groups, or 10 people, will be selected by lottery.

Facts:
- 2026
- 50th anniversary of founding
- Saturday, Nov. 21–Sunday, Nov. 22
- 5 pairs, 10 people
- At least 3 books

## OiTr installed at 『盛岡大学・盛岡大学短期大学部（岩手県滝沢市）』! Sanitary pads stocked in women’s restroom stalls, creating a campus where everyone can study and take on challenges with peace of mind

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000075914.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297225-en.html
- anchor: #n3278669
- Companies mentioned: オイテル株式会社、盛岡大学、盛岡大学短期大学部

オイテル株式会社 installed OiTr, a free menstrual product service for women’s restroom stalls, at 盛岡大学 and 盛岡大学短期大学部. The service launched on Sept. 24, 2026. This is the first installation in Iwate Prefecture, made possible with support from the alumni association.

Facts:
- Sept. 24, 2026
- Number of units installed: 2
- 35 prefectures across Japan
- 406 facilities
- A total of 4,467 units

## Stepjob to hold webinar on hiring foreign workers for logistics companies on Oct. 21

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000084748.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297218-en.html
- anchor: #n3278668
- Companies mentioned: ポールトゥウィン株式会社、Stepjob、ピットクルー、クアーズ

Stepjob, operated by ポールトゥウィン株式会社, will hold a free online webinar on Oct. 21, 2026, explaining recruitment in the Specified Skilled Worker fields for logistics companies.

Facts:
- Oct. 21, 2026
- Capacity: 100 people
- For more than 13 years
- 800% growth rate

## Sports Force Lab | Research Report No. 04: Does being able to put things into words help people grow?

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000036999.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297240-en.html
- anchor: #n3278667
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーシャルデザイン、河合塾グループ株式会社KEIアドバンス

株式会社アーシャルデザイン released the 4th report from its joint research project, Sports Force Lab, with the University of Tokyo American Football Club Warriors. The survey results suggest a relationship between the habit of articulating ideas, hypothesis generation, and foundational problem-solving skills.

Facts:
- Among 98 students
- Correlation coefficient of approximately 0.24
- A positive correlation of approximately 0.30

## Taking Tokoname’s craftsmanship overseas: Inbound tour visits teapot and bonsai pot artisans

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000152789.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297230-en.html
- anchor: #n3278666
- Companies mentioned: 愛知県、常滑市、とこなめ観光協会、discovernagoyatours.com

常滑市 and とこなめ観光協会 have created an inbound tour that lets visitors explore the workshops of teapot and bonsai pot artisans with advance reservations and multilingual guides.

Facts:
- A history spanning 1000 years

## Ideal for Japanese-style displays! オリジナルプリント.jp launches easy-to-create, one-off tabletop mini hanging scrolls, made online

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000166.000085001.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297222-en.html
- anchor: #n3278665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イメージ・マジック、オリジナルプリント.jp

株式会社イメージ・マジック began selling tabletop-sized mini hanging scrolls in suede and crepe-style fabrics through its on-demand printing service, オリジナルプリント.jp, on Oct. 8, 2026.

Facts:
- More than 2,500 types of items
- Oct. 8, 2026
- From 1 item
- ¥1,375 including tax
- Capital: ¥347.96 million

## 和多屋別荘内に早稲田大学 野中研究室が宇宙QOLの「佐賀共創拠点」を開設。共創を重ねてきた嬉野にアカデミアの知が加わる

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000086101.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297243-en.html
- anchor: #n3278664
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社和多屋別荘、早稲田大学 野中研究室、株式会社イノベーションパートナーズ、クオンクロップ、アイリー製薬、MISOVATION、UPDATER、佐賀県、JAXA

株式会社和多屋別荘 has stepped up its Ureshino Living Lab initiative and established a space QOL Saga Co-Creation Hub (provisional name) by the 早稲田大学野中研究室 in an office area inside the facility. Alongside co-creation between companies and the local community, academic expertise will now contribute to efforts to create future ways of life through research and demonstration projects ahead of the full-scale launch of ULL in 2026.

Facts:
- Approximately 20,000 tsubo
- 2026
- 1,300 years
- 2006
- 2021

## スペシャルオリンピックス日本・沖縄 holds sports class

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000132996.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297256-en.html
- anchor: #n3278663
- Companies mentioned: 沖縄アリーナ株式会社、スペシャルオリンピックス日本・沖縄

On Sept. 22, 2026, 沖縄アリーナ株式会社 held a basketball sports class for スペシャルオリンピックス日本・沖縄, with 30 participants taking part in practice. The organization placed 3rd in basketball at the national tournament that September, and the experience of practicing at the venue was credited with contributing to the result.

Facts:
- September 22, 2026
- 30 people
- 3rd place

## “I want to start a new business, but I don’t know what to do.” Free “New Business Idea Generation Template” released for small and medium-sized businesses

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000173646.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297223-en.html
- anchor: #n3278662
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

株式会社ルミッション will begin offering a free template to help small and medium-sized business owners generate new business ideas on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026

## Toward rice farming that can withstand heat and lack of sunshine: “Mirai Rice Farming Academy,” an online seminar offering practical lessons in climate-resilient rice cultivation, opens in November

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000089547.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297121-en.html
- anchor: #n3278661
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本農業新聞、ファーム・フロンティア、山形大学、岩手大学

株式会社日本農業新聞 will hold the fall edition of “Mirai Rice Farming Academy,” an online seminar on climate-resilient rice cultivation, in 4 sessions in November 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 2026
- A total of 4 sessions

## Additional investment in The Farge’s Series A round for its preventive healthcare AI development and personalized prevention business

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000056091.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297117-en.html
- anchor: #n3278660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェネシア・ベンチャーズ、Genesia Venture Fund 3号、GV-3、株式会社ザ・ファージ、伊藤忠テクノロジーベンチャーズ株式会社、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社、株式会社ふくいキャピタルパートナーズ、株式会社ビジョンインキュベイト、千葉大学

株式会社ジェネシア・ベンチャーズ made an additional investment in The Farge’s Series A round. The Farge develops preventive healthcare AI.

Facts:
- Over approximately 4 years
- The 3rd investment in these 4 years

## Tokyo office market trends at the end of September 2026: Vacancy rates and average asking rents in the 7 major wards. “Potential vacancy rate: 2.14%, down 0.09 points month on month; average asking rent: ¥33,993 per tsubo, up ¥955 per tsubo month on month”

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000102049.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297179-en.html
- anchor: #n3278659
- Companies mentioned: 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社、三菱地所

三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社 announced Tokyo office market trends as of the end of September 2026. The potential vacancy rate in the 7 major wards was 2.14% (down 0.09 points month on month), while the average asking rent was ¥33,993 per tsubo (up ¥955 per tsubo). The company also observed a decline in the share of companies considering relocation and an increase in concrete relocation activity.

Facts:
- Down 0.09 points month on month
- Up ¥955 per tsubo month on month
- Potential vacancy rate in the 5 major wards: 1.77%
- Average asking rent in the 5 major wards: ¥39,042 per tsubo
- 996棟 （前月比∔0棟）

## Joint webinar on Thursday, Oct. 29: The latest creative strategies to drive Meta ad performance—practical know-how on AI optimization and talent utilization

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000082736.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297177-en.html
- anchor: #n3278658
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Wunderbar、株式会社グラッドキューブ、Skettt、Meta、Google、TVer、セプテーニグループ、博報堂、DeNA、IRIS、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

株式会社Wunderbar and 株式会社グラッドキューブ will hold a free webinar on creative strategies for Meta advertising on Oct. 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- 13:00〜14:00
- Capacity: 100 people
- The supply-side share exceeded 95%

## Event report: Media event held in New York City

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000047262.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297158-en.html
- anchor: #n3278657
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人埼玉県物産観光協会、THE GALLERY by Odo、大堂浩樹氏、笛木醤油株式会社、株式会社新井園本店、下島房宙日本刀鍛錬場、秩父札所連合会、常楽寺、新啓織物、株式会社 大越忠製作所

一般社団法人埼玉県物産観光協会 held an event for local media in New York City on Oct. 7, Reiwa 8, showcasing Saitama Prefecture’s traditional culture and regional products, including Omiya bonsai and Sayama tea.

Facts:
- October 7, Reiwa 8
- 9:00 a.m.
- 2 Michelin stars
- 31 people in total
- 18 media representatives
- 13 travel industry representatives

## HHKB Studio newly selected as a hometown tax donation gift from Kahoku City, Ishikawa Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000053253.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297152-en.html
- anchor: #n3278656
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PFU、PFU、Ricoh

株式会社PFU’s HHKB Studio has been newly selected as a hometown tax donation gift from Kahoku City, Ishikawa Prefecture.

## More convenient, clearer views. Vixen to launch the Geoma Mini ED50 ZOOM and Geoma Mini ED50 ZOOM PS-149 tripod set on Thursday, Oct. 29

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000134758.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297147-en.html
- anchor: #n3278655
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビクセン、ビクセン

株式会社ビクセン will launch the lightweight, compact Geoma Mini ED50 ZOOM field scope and a tripod set on Oct. 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Weighs 520 g
- Price: ¥38,500
- Price: ¥44,000

## Noda Kuri’s Ambition: The Road to Conquering the Gaming World — Presented by Hirochin! The streamer’s nightmare climbing game Pogostuck! Airing Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 8:57 p.m.

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000291.000122205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297140-en.html
- anchor: #n3278654
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、TVer

The Oct. 13 episode of TOKYO MX’s game variety show “Noda Kuri’s Ambition: The Road to Conquering the Gaming World” features Noda Crystal taking on “Pogostuck,” a challenging mountain-climbing game that makes streamers give up.

Facts:
- Tuesday, October 13
- 20:57
- 21:25
- 4 weeks

## “Sado Old Folk House Stay Sadomari Izumi House” wins Excellence Award at the 43rd Housing Renovation Competition

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000317.000045067.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297135-en.html
- anchor: #n3278653
- Companies mentioned: 佐渡汽船株式会社、公益財団法人住宅リフォーム・紛争処理支援センター、株式会社JWA建築・都市設計、伊藤建設株式会社

“Sado Old Folk House Stay Sadomari Izumi House,” operated by Sado Kisen, won the Excellence Award at the 43rd Housing Renovation Competition. It was selected from 303 entries nationwide, following its 2025 Good Design Award.

Facts:
- 43rd
- 303 entries nationwide
- Approximately 28%
- 13.4％
- 5m ceiling height
- More than 100 years old
- About 50%

## 【PANDA SHOP】「キヤノン/WWF岩合光昭カレンダー2027 GORONGOSA～復活する野生～」を本日より発売開始

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000018383.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297131-en.html
- anchor: #n3278652
- Companies mentioned: WWFジャパン、キヤノン、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、PANDA SHOP、NHK

WWFジャパンは、岩合光昭氏の写真による「キヤノン/WWF岩合光昭カレンダー2027 GORONGOSA～復活する野生～」をPANDA SHOPにて販売開始した。本カレンダーはキヤノンマーケティングジャパンの協賛のもと制作され、モザンビークのゴロンゴーザ国立公園の復興と野生動物の様子を捉えている。

Facts:
- 2027
- Oct. 9, 2026
- 2,310 yen
- A3
- 59.4cm
- 42cm
- More than 9割
- More than 100 countries
- 1961

## A remarkable 100% satisfaction rate (※)! Beauty creator networking event “LIPS Trend Fes FOR CREATORS” to be held on Saturday, Sept. 12

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000322.000018721.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297125-en.html
- anchor: #n3278651
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AppBrew、LIPS、AQUALABEL、&honey、CANMAKE、SOFINA Primavista、NARIS UP、PERFECT DIARY、PERFECT ONE FOCUS、melt、melnee、THE AOYAMA GRAND HOTEL、App Tweak

Beauty platform “LIPS,” operated by 株式会社AppBrew, held the networking event “LIPS Trend Fes FOR CREATORS” for creators on Sept. 12, 2026, and achieved a 100% satisfaction rate in its participant survey.

Facts:
- Sept. 12 (Sat.), 2026
- 9 popular brands
- 108 survey respondents
- 15 million cumulative downloads

## Studyplus partners with 修徳中学校・高等学校 on learning support, begins operating on-campus “Progress Learning Center” in April 2027

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000343.000047308.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297120-en.html
- anchor: #n3278650
- Companies mentioned: スタディプラス株式会社、修徳中学校・高等学校、学校法人修徳学園

スタディプラス株式会社 will partner with 修徳中学校・高等学校 and begin operating the school’s on-campus “Progress Learning Center” in April 2027.

Facts:
- April 2027
- More than 2,800 schools

## “Crane Game Super” heads to Saitama! エブリデイスーパー at the Tama no Kuni store relocates to Okegawa, with a new store also set to open in Gyoda!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000354.000024989.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297172-en.html
- anchor: #n3278649
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋、エブリデイ

株式会社東洋 announced that it will relocate エブリデイスーパー to エブリデイとれトレ屋桶川店 in Okegawa, Saitama Prefecture, and open a new store in Gyoda, エブリデイ行田店, offering the same concept.

Facts:
- Late October

## 【Deadline approaching】The collection period for the 17th Nichiban Roll Core ECO Project ends Friday, Oct. 30!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000382.000011142.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297171-en.html
- anchor: #n3278648
- Companies mentioned: ニチバン株式会社

ニチバン株式会社 announced that the collection deadline for the 17th Nichiban Roll Core ECO Project, which collects and reuses the cores of used adhesive tape rolls, is Oct. 30, 2026. The cumulative number collected has reached 6,678,926, and proceeds will go toward mangrove planting in the Philippines and forest conservation activities.

Facts:
- 17th
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Monday, June 15, 2026
- 6,678,926 items
- 200 winners

## 株式会社TOAI, operator of ジャンカラ, opens 30 new virtual restaurant locations!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000425.000017032.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297170-en.html
- anchor: #n3278647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TOAI、ジャンカラ

株式会社TOAI has opened 30 new locations in its virtual restaurant business, bringing the cumulative total to 360.

Facts:
- 30 new locations opened
- 360 locations in total
- Operating 211 locations nationwide

## Attenia products to go on sale at NARCIS ららぽーと柏の葉店 from Friday, Oct. 9, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000010341.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297169-en.html
- anchor: #n3278646
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アテニア、NARCIS ららぽーと柏の葉店

株式会社アテニア will begin selling cleansing oils, skincare products and more at NARCIS ららぽーと柏の葉店 in Chiba Prefecture from Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- 〈175 mL〉
- 〈350 mL・350 mL refill〉

## 【Wednesday, Nov. 4】Tanaka of our subsidiary アイスタイルデータコンサルティング to speak at a jointly hosted in-person seminar

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000522.000005126.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297167-en.html
- anchor: #n3278645
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスタイル、アイスタイルデータコンサルティング、船井総研、@cosme

Takashi Tanaka of アイスタイルデータコンサルティング, a subsidiary of 株式会社アイスタイル, will speak at an in-person seminar jointly hosted with 船井総研 on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- 13:00~15:30
- Capital: 8.99 billion yen

## We don’t want young people to give up on challenges because they were born in a rural area. 山梨県 launches hometown tax crowdfunding

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000078927.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297165-en.html
- anchor: #n3278644
- Companies mentioned: 山梨県、株式会社さとふる

山梨県 is promoting the “DX Talent Development Ecosystem Creation Project” to create an environment where young people living in rural areas—including middle and high school and university students—can take on new challenges such as programming and solving local issues. It has launched hometown tax crowdfunding to continue and expand this initiative.

Facts:
- Target amount: 3 million yen
- Fundraising period: Reiwa 8, Oct. 9–Reiwa 9, Jan. 4
- A learning opportunity attended by approximately 1,250 people in total

## Adoption expands in the reuse industry: generative AI market data service “aucfan.com MCP Server” surpasses 100 cumulative contracts

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000540.000008833.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297160-en.html
- anchor: #n3278643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークファン、オークファングループ、NETSEA、NETSEA MallLive

株式会社オークファン announced that its generative AI market data service “aucfan.com MCP Server” surpassed 100 cumulative contracts as of the end of September 2026. Adoption is growing, particularly in the reuse industry, where the service is used to improve the efficiency of tasks such as appraisals and purchasing decisions.

Facts:
- Cumulative contracts※ surpass 100
- As of the end of September 2026
- Approximately 70 billion product transaction records spanning the past 10 years
- A case that cut appraisal time by 10 minutes or more
- Approximately 70% of clients are corporations
- Approximately 30% are sole proprietors
- Contracts in the past 3 months account for more than half of the cumulative total
- Initial setup fee (100,000 yen, excluding tax)
- By Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Capital: 973,680,000 yen

## Kumon Publishing and audiobook.jp jointly develop “Tohoku University Professor Ryuta Kawashima’s Listen-and-Train Brain Workout,” supervised by 東北大学 Professor Ryuta Kawashima

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000651.000034798.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297156-en.html
- anchor: #n3278642
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オトバンク、audiobook.jp、株式会社くもん出版、東北大学

audiobook.jp, operated by 株式会社オトバンク, and 株式会社くもん出版 have jointly developed the brain-training audio content “Tohoku University Professor Ryuta Kawashima’s Listen-and-Train Brain Workout,” supervised by Professor Ryuta Kawashima of 東北大学, and will begin distributing it on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.)
- 1日約10分
- 60 days of audio arithmetic drills

## Office furniture brand “NII” to unveil new collection to the public in Japan for the first time

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000690.000032317.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297153-en.html
- anchor: #n3278641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イトーキ、NII、KK線、Industrial Facility、ミラノサローネ国際家具見本市、INTO THE EMOTIONS、DESIGNART TOKYO、AUTOBAHN、Faidon Press、ニューヨーク近代美術館、MoMA、ポンピドゥー・センター、ヘルシンキのデザイン博物館、ヴィクトリア＆アルバート博物館、iF Design Award、Red Dot Design Award、GOOD DESIGN賞、TOTO、ソニー、AMDL CIRCLE、Todd Bracher、Rodolfo Agrella、相崎 準、クレム、CRÈME

株式会社イトーキ’s office furniture brand “NII” will exhibit at the design festival “DESIGNART TOKYO 2026,” beginning Oct. 30, 2026, and unveil its 3 new collection products—“HAKUSAN,” “BIWA” and “ALLROUND”—to the public in Japan for the first time.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Nov. 3 (Tue, holiday)
- 3 products
- Launched in 2017
- Entering its 10th year
- 21 colors in total
- Founded in 1890

## The adidas PRISM COLLECTION 2026 Fall/Winter, exclusive to Sports Depo and Alpen, is now on sale!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000705.000042346.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297148-en.html
- anchor: #n3278640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルペン、adidas、Kep1er、Mnet

株式会社アルペン has released new items from the adidas PRISM COLLECTION 2026 Fall/Winter, exclusive to Sports Depo and Alpen. Kep1er has been named the collection’s muse, and looks featuring each member, along with interviews by Modelpress, have been published.

Facts:
- Capital: 15.1 billion yen
- Revenue: 285.9 billion yen
- Ordinary profit: 10 billion yen

## The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You: Bibean!! Puzzle — “【Pajama Party】Kusuri Yakuzen Pickup Gacha” Begins!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000711.000017345.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297145-en.html
- anchor: #n3278639
- Companies mentioned: ポッピンゲームズジャパン株式会社、Google Inc.、Cisco、Apple Inc.

Poppin Games Japan will hold the “【Pajama Party】Kusuri Yakuzen Pickup Gacha” in its smartphone puzzle game “100Kano” starting Oct. 9, 2026. The event “Let’s Pajama Party♪ Part 5” will also begin on the same day.

Facts:
- 2026年10月9日(金)12:00〜10月20日(火)11:59まで
- 2026年10月10日(土)12:00〜10月18日(日)11:59まで

## [Survey on Buyers’ Attitudes Toward Case Studies] “Contract renewal rates and continued usage rates” are cited as reliable evidence of track record by 44.1%, while individual company case studies are cited by just 21.6%

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000723.000045863.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297139-en.html
- anchor: #n3278638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IDEATECH、リサピー®︎

According to a buyer attitudes survey conducted by IDEATECH, “contract renewal rates and continued usage rates” were the most widely supported reliable evidence of a track record in selecting products for businesses (44.1%), while individual company case studies were cited by just 21.6%. In addition, about 40% of respondents who had read a case study in full said it had helped them judge whether there was sufficient implementation and usage track record.

Facts:
- “Contract renewal rates and continued usage rates”: 44.1%
- “Challenges and burdens that arose after implementation”: 56.8%
- 111 company employees and executives

## “Nyanko Dai Shoten Online” 1st Anniversary Item, Part 2! “Papier-Mâché Daruma Fukubiki Gacha Cat,” made by long-established dollmaker Yoshitoku, arrives!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000784.000036495.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297133-en.html
- anchor: #n3278637
- Companies mentioned: ポノス株式会社、株式会社吉德

ポノス株式会社は、自社ECサイト「にゃんこ大商店オンライン」の1周年記念アイテム第2弾として、株式会社吉德が製造した「張り子だるま 福引ガチャネコ」を発売した。

Facts:
- Price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- More than 300 years in business
- 5,000 yen or more including tax
- In 1711, in the middle of the Edo period
- Cumulative downloads of 120 million

## Naruto fans around the world, assemble at Shinobizato! A special feature on “Shinobizato Uzumaki Naruto Birthday Festival 2026,” the annual celebration of Naruto

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000813.000128966.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297132-en.html
- anchor: #n3278636
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニジゲンノモリ、集英社、テレビ東京、ぴえろ

A limited-time event, “Shinobizato Uzumaki Naruto Birthday Festival 2026,” celebrating the birthday of protagonist Naruto Uzumaki, will be held starting Sept. 26, 2026, at the NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato attraction in Nijigen no Mori, an anime park on Awaji Island. It includes 8 major activities.

Facts:
- 2026
- September 26
- 8 major activities
- Oct. 10
- Available for 3 days only
- 6 types in total

## バナナ・リパブリック、箱根の雄大な自然を舞台に、秋の旅と冒険を描くFALL 2026 グローバルキャンペーンを公開

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000851.000011503.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297128-en.html
- anchor: #n3278635
- Companies mentioned: ギャップジャパン株式会社、バナナ・リパブリック、Gap

バナナ・リパブリックは、箱根を舞台としたFALL 2026グローバルキャンペーンを公開し、最新コレクションのアイテムと価格を紹介している。

Facts:
- 22,000 yen
- ¥252,000
- 48,000 yen
- 25,000 yen
- ¥45,000
- 20,000 yen

## To mark FREAK’S STORE’s 40th anniversary, ALPHA INDUSTRIES and NANGA join forces. Reversible MA-1 and M-65 PARKA styles reimagine military classics for today. They’re among this season’s highlights!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000973.000002246.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297119-en.html
- anchor: #n3278634
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル、FREAK’S STORE、ALPHA INDUSTRIES、NANGA

To mark FREAK’S STORE’s 40th anniversary, a triple collaboration with ALPHA INDUSTRIES and NANGA introduces a reversible MA-1 jacket and a 3WAY M-65 field jacket. Sales begin Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary
- ￥99,000
- ￥69,300
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- 1959
- 1941
- 1986

## Premium Christmas Live Dinner 2026, a Gift for a Holy Night

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000984.000053012.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297206-en.html
- anchor: #n3278633
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベストホスピタリティーネットワーク、ホテル インターコンチネンタル 東京ベイ、ドン ペリニヨン

A notice for the Premium Christmas Live Dinner to be held by ホテル インターコンチネンタル 東京ベイ on Dec. 24, 2026. The event features a special course by the executive chef, live music, and views of Tokyo Bay at night.

Facts:
- ￥25,000
- ￥29,000
- ￥32,000
- 220-degree panoramic view
- Available only on Dec. 24

## “Picture Book Masterpieces Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” to be held for the first time at Grand Tree Musashikosugi starting Thursday, Oct. 8!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000994.000015685.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297202-en.html
- anchor: #n3278632
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、TV TOKYO、TAKAHARU SHIMIZU、Oizumishoten、ポプラ社、Hakusensha、BANDAI、Penguin Random House LLC.、Hachette Livre、KADOKAWA

株式会社Cake.jp will open a pop-up store selling picture-book collaboration cookie tins at Grand Tree Musashikosugi starting Oct. 8.

Facts:
- 14 days
- More than 50 venues nationwide
- Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Price: 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 2.5 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup

## おでんの季節到来！セブン‐イレブン「おでん全品10%引き」セールを10月16日（金）から20日（火）の期間限定で開催！

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001245.000155396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297199-en.html
- anchor: #n3278631
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン

株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will hold a “10% off all oden” sale at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide from Oct. 16 through 20.

Facts:
- 10% off all oden
- 5 days, from Friday, Oct. 16, through Tuesday, Oct. 20
- Regular price: ¥121
- Regular price: ¥139
- Regular price: ¥112
- Regular price: ¥135
- Regular price: ¥370

## VIS presents “swoon-worthy autumn tops.” New tops for autumn that you can wear right now

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001495.000006099.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297196-en.html
- anchor: #n3278630
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジュン、VIS

The women’s brand VIS, operated by 株式会社ジュン, has unveiled 5 new tops for autumn. Its lineup includes knits and cardigans, with an emphasis on standout looks and versatile styling.

Facts:
- ¥4,389 (tax included)
- ¥6,589 (tax included)
- ¥5,929 (tax included)

## “Satsumasendai Circular Model” launches, connecting local industries to build a circular economy

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001566.000000196.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297191-en.html
- anchor: #n3278629
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社情熱家、株式会社グリーナー、ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ株式会社

合同会社情熱家 and 株式会社グリーナー have launched a pilot project for the “Satsumasendai Circular Model,” which turns food waste such as shochu lees into compost for reuse as an agricultural resource. ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ株式会社 is also collaborating on the development and implementation of a local resource-circulation model.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, 10:00–14:00
- Agreement concluded on July 22, Reiwa 8
- On Sept. 11, Reiwa 8

## “Review Posting Campaign” to run on NY Online starting Friday, Oct. 9!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001632.000003270.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297180-en.html
- anchor: #n3278628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイドーフォワード、株式会社ダイドーリミテッド、NEWYORKER、NY.ONLINE、ニューヨーカー、ニューヨーカーアウトレット、アトラエル

株式会社ダイドーフォワード will hold a “Review Posting Campaign” centered on its flagship apparel brand NEWYORKER starting Oct. 9, 2026, awarding 50 points to those who complete a review during the campaign period.

Facts:
- 50 points
- Noon on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- Noon on Monday, Nov. 9
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Established: August 22, 2007
- Established in 1964
- Marked its 60th anniversary in January 2024

## A “Weekly Changing Coupon” exclusively for the official やよい軒 app! 50 yen off 6 popular set meals each week, including the Ginger Pork Set Meal!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001681.000054093.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297168-en.html
- anchor: #n3278627
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、出前館、Uber Eats

株式会社プレナス will distribute coupons exclusively through the official やよい軒 app, offering 50 yen off 6 popular set meals on a rotating weekly basis from Oct. 12 through Nov. 1. Valid at 380 stores nationwide.

Facts:
- 380 stores
- 50 yen off
- As of the end of Sept. 2026
- Monday, Oct. 12 (national holiday)
- Sunday, Nov. 1

## Turning bedding fabric offcuts into cloths for everyday use: launching the “Pasima®EX Multi Cloth,” developed with Saori Honda

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001685.000003084.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297157-en.html
- anchor: #n3278626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社dinos、龍宮株式会社、フジ・メディア・ホールディングス

株式会社dinos will launch the sustainable “Pasima®EX Multi Cloth,” made using offcuts generated during production of the Pasima®EX series and jointly developed with home organization consultant Saori Honda. It goes on sale Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.)
- Will mark its 55th anniversary in December 2026
- Large (approx. 30 cm × 60cm)
- Small (approximately 12 cm × 30 cm)
- Value 4-piece set (2 large, 2 small): ¥2,990 (tax included)

## Notice on Opening the 2nd Store in India [NITORI Sky City Mall Mumbai]

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001738.000073913.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297134-en.html
- anchor: #n3278625
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリホールディングス、ニトリグループ

株式会社ニトリホールディングス announced that it will open “NITORI Sky City Mall Mumbai” inside Sky City Mall in Mumbai, India, on October 15, 2026. This will be ニトリグループ’s 1,093rd store and its 2nd in India.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 1,093rd store
- India’s 2nd store
- Approximately 130 tsubo

## New sparkling water made with natural water from Mount Fuji: “Fuji Mineral Water Sparkling 490ml Aluminum Bottle Can”

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002085.000001110.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297118-en.html
- anchor: #n3278624
- Companies mentioned: 富士急行株式会社、富士急グループ、富士ミネラルウォーター株式会社、アルミ缶リサイクル協会

富士急グループ’s 富士ミネラルウォーター株式会社 will launch “Fuji Mineral Water Sparkling 490ml Aluminum Bottle Can,” an unsweetened sparkling water made with natural water from Mount Fuji, on October 19, 2026.

Facts:
- 490 ml
- Oct. 19, 2026
- 1929
- Recycling rate: 94.7%
- Can-to-can recycling rate: 73.3%
- 2015
- January 2025
- 1 year and 1 month

## [ヒルトン成田] Savor a northern winter with Tokachi Shihoro beef, seafood bowls and white sweets: “Northern Delicacies Tour & Pure White Sweets Buffet” begins November 1 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002150.000016207.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297111-en.html
- anchor: #n3278623
- Companies mentioned: ヒルトン成田、株式会社ホテルマネージメントジャパン、ヒルトン・ホテルズ&リゾーツ、オリエンタルホテル、ホテル オリエンタル エクスプレス、シェラトン、ハイアット、ヒルトン、ホテルニッコー

ヒルトン成田’s Terrace Restaurant will hold a buffet fair from November 1 to December 18, 2026, featuring dishes made with ingredients from Hokkaido and Tohoku, along with white sweets.

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Until Friday, Dec. 18
- 548 guest rooms
- Total guest rooms: 9,051
- Total staff at group hotels: 4,074

## freee releases survey on small and medium-sized businesses’ attitudes toward AI use

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002162.000006428.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297109-en.html
- anchor: #n3278622
- Companies mentioned: freee株式会社、フリー株式会社、中小企業庁

freee株式会社は、従業員500名以下の中小企業を対象にAI活用に関する意識調査を実施し、週1回以上AIを活用する割合が半数を超えた一方、回答精度への不安や「検証労働」による効率化阻害の実態を明らかにした。

Facts:
- 1,851 owners and back-office staff at small and medium-sized businesses with 500 or fewer employees
- 業務で週1回以上AIを活用する割合は半数（51.1%）を超える
- More than half of users (52.5%) are concerned about response accuracy and explainability
- ヘビーユーザー（毎日複数回利用層）ほど不安率は高く、約6割（59.9%）にのぼる
- The figure reached 34.8% (approximately 1.7 times) among those who felt concerned
- The figure was just 20.9% among those who felt little concern about AI
- “I want to verify AI responses against official information to make sure they are accurate” was the most common reason, with 550 responses
- 23.7% of AI users said that “preparation, checking and corrections take about as much effort as the time saved”
- 37.7% of people with experience using AI said they “don’t feel that the workload has decreased” for such administrative tasks

## [Hokuriku Region Only] A huge lineup of Hokuriku favorites! The “Taste Tour of 3 Hokuriku Prefectures!” fair, featuring products supervised by first-time participants 中華そば 一力 and キッチンユキ, desserts made with Kaga roasted green tea, and more, starts October 13 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002561.000046210.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297108-en.html
- anchor: #n3278621
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート、中華そば 一力、キッチンユキ、麺家いろは

株式会社ファミリーマート will hold its “Taste Tour of 3 Hokuriku Prefectures!” fair, launching 6 new products recreating local ingredients and famous restaurant flavors from the Hokuriku region at approximately 550 stores in the region starting October 13, 2026.

Facts:
- Celebrated its 45th anniversary in September 2026
- All 6 new products
- Rolling out from October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Approximately 550 FamilyMart stores in the Hokuriku region

## [ホテルニューグランド] Enjoy a menu worthy of the New Year in an elegant setting! “New Year Lunch Buffet 2027”

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002597.000030117.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297107-en.html
- anchor: #n3278620
- Companies mentioned: ホテルニューグランド、日本ホテル株式会社

ホテルニューグランド will hold the “New Year Lunch Buffet 2027” for 2 days only, on January 1 and 2, 2027. Prices are ¥15,000 for adults and ¥8,000 for children.

Facts:
- 2027
- January 1
- January 2
- 15,000 yen
- 8,000 yen

## [Rooibos Tea Survey] Awareness stands at 86.2% and 54.8% have tried it! “Health consciousness” is the No. 1 reason people started drinking it

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003393.000044800.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297105-en.html
- anchor: #n3278619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER Group、株式会社健成園

A survey on awareness and drinking habits for rooibos tea by 株式会社NEXER Group and health tea specialist 株式会社健成園 found that 54.8% of people who regularly drink tea have tried rooibos tea, while awareness stands at 86.3%. The No. 1 reason for starting to drink it was “to focus on my health” (35.2%). The most important factors when choosing it were “a taste that is easy to drink” (33.8%), “price and value for money” (29.7%) and “being caffeine-free” (16.4%).

Facts:
- Among 400 men and women nationwide
- A total of 54.8% said they had tried rooibos tea
- This means 86.3% know the name rooibos tea
- It was 35.2%
- 28.3％
- 21.0％
- It was 33.8%
- 29.7％
- 16.4％
- It was 37.0%
- 21.5％
- 5.9％
- It was 40.6%
- 31.1％
- It was 45.7%
- 14.6％
- 11.9％

## Coming up on October 11 (Sunday)! Merchandise announced for 石田組’s Osaka-Jo Hall show!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003542.000012949.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297103-en.html
- anchor: #n3278618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キョードーメディアス、キョードー東京、キョードー大阪、チケットぴあ、ローソンチケット、CNプレイガイド、e+、新星日本交響楽団、神奈川フィルハーモニー管弦楽団、京都市交響楽団、サントリーホール、日本武道館

Details have been announced for 石田組’s October 11, 2026, show at Osaka-Jo Hall, including original merchandise, same-day ticket sales and an event outline.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 11
- Sales start: 14:30
- Sales start: 16:00
- Date: October 11, 2026
- Show starts at 17:30
- Doors open at 16:30
- S seats, general admission: 12,000 yen
- S seats, U17: 6,000 yen
- A seats, general admission: 9,000 yen
- A seats, U17: 4,500 yen
- Rear section, general admission: ¥10,000
- Rear section, U17: ¥5,000
- Rear side section, general admission: ¥8,000
- Rear side section, U17: ¥4,000
- 360-degree seating
- Random color, 5 colors
- Formed in 2014
- More than 6,000 people
- November 2024
- A sold-out crowd of 8,300
- December 2025
- 2001
- April 2020
- April 2025
- Made in 1690
- Made in 1726

## Celebrating the digital release of the latest song “She Just Wanna”! A GAN (岩田剛典) feature listening party, with an exclusive voice message on air, will be held at the AWA Lounge!

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003701.000022425.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297102-en.html
- anchor: #n3278617
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社、Lenovo

AWA株式会社 will hold a listening party at the “AWA Lounge” on October 9, 2026, to celebrate the digital release of GAN (岩田剛典)’s latest song, “She Just Wanna.”

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- 21:00～22：00
- 200 million songs
- Approximately 17 million
- 980 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen per month (tax included)
- 270 yen per month (tax included)
- May 2015

## Bossa nova to light up Christmas Eve: “Lisa Ono Christmas Dinner & Concert 2026” confirmed

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003974.000014571.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297100-en.html
- anchor: #n3278616
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニュー・オータニ、ホテルニューオータニ幕張、ホテルニューオータニ

“Lisa Ono Christmas Dinner & Concert 2026” will be held at ホテルニューオータニ幕張 on December 20, 2026. Tickets cost ¥32,000.

Facts:
- 2026
- Dec. 20, 2026
- 16:30
- 17:30
- 19:00
- ￥32,000
- 2-120-3
- 043-297-7676

## The Utsunomiya event in the World Skateboarding Tour (WST), an international competition series leading to qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, will be broadcast live for free on ABEMA.

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004090.000064643.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297099-en.html
- anchor: #n3278615
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、ワールドスケートボードツアー、World Skate、国際オリンピック委員会、IOC、テレビ朝日

ABEMA has decided to livestream the semifinals and finals of the Utsunomiya event in the World Skateboarding Tour (WST), an international skateboarding competition series linked to qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, for free. Terrestrial broadcasts on the テレビ朝日 network and highlight streaming of the Paraguay World Championships are also planned.

Facts:
- Nov. 22, 2026
- November 23, 2026
- 2028
- 2026
- Oct. 17, 2026
- Oct. 18, 2026

## Limited-time campaign offering savings on the “ABEMA de J SPORTS” annual plan launches Oct. 9 (Friday) at 13:00! The annual plan with monthly payments drops from 2,380 yen to 1,980 yen per month, while the student discount drops from 1,440 yen to 980 yen per month.

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004091.000064643.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297087-en.html
- anchor: #n3278614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、J SPORTS、大同生命SV.LEAGUE、ジャパンラグビー リーグワン、ツール・ド・フランス

株式会社AbemaTV will launch a discount campaign for the annual “ABEMA de J SPORTS” plan at 13:00 on Oct. 9. The annual plan with monthly payments, normally priced at 2,380 yen per month, will cost 1,980 yen, while the student discount plan will drop from 1,440 yen to 980 yen.

Facts:
- 2,380 yen per month
- 1,980 yen per month
- 1,440 yen per month
- 980 yen per month
- For 12 months from enrollment

## GMOインターネットグループ and Google Cloud launch an AI promotion project

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005578.000000136.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297098-en.html
- anchor: #n3278613
- Companies mentioned: GMOインターネットグループ、Google Cloud、GMOインターネットグループ株式会社、Google LLC、グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社、GMO AI&ロボティクス商事、GMOインターネット

GMOインターネットグループ, in collaboration with Google Cloud, will launch the “AI Promotion Project” on September 24, 2026. The project will focus on 4 areas: transitioning to Agentic Workflow, building a shared Data Agent platform, developing the new “Agentic Commerce” service, and strengthening security with “Agentic Defence.” The group aims to become a “hyperautomation enterprise group” by November 30, 2027.

Facts:
- Thursday, September 24, 2026
- For over 30 years
- Approximately 6,000 domestic partners
- By November 30, 2027
- Capital: 5 billion yen

## Recommended by musical theater actor Yoshio Inoue! An in-depth look at the finances of great composers! “Comparing the Fees of Composers Throughout History: Expanded Edition”

- Published: 2026-10-09T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009505.000002535.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297097-en.html
- anchor: #n3278612
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社Gakken、Spotify(R)、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Kindle、楽天Kobo、東京証券取引所

株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, will release “Comparing the Fees of Composers Throughout History: Expanded Edition” on September 10, 2026, with a recommendation from musical theater actor Yoshio Inoue.

Facts:
- 41 composers
- Just 500,000 yen
- An estimated 200 million yen
- Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)
- Specifications: A5 format / 192 pages
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Revenue of 199.1 billion yen
- 124 group companies

## “Piave DOP Cheese,” a bounty of a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, makes its full-scale debut in Japan! Tasting and experience event at ホテルオークラ東京 closes to great acclaim

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:59:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190927.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296979-en.html
- anchor: #n3278558
- Companies mentioned: 大倉フーズ株式会社、Granterre社、Lattebusche社、Piave DOPチーズ保護協会、ホテルオークラ東京

大倉フーズ株式会社 held a tasting and experience event at ホテルオークラ東京 to mark its exclusive Japanese distribution agreement for the Italian hard cheese “Piave DOP.” Approximately 120 people attended, and the event featured 3 aging types and a raspadura demonstration.

Facts:
- Friday， October 2， 2026
- Approximately 120 people
- 1ホイール約6kg
- Received DOP certification in 2010
- Aged for 4–6 months
- Aged for 6–12 months
- Aged for more than 12 months
- Parmigiano aged for 24 months

## Actors Yu Imou and Kanata Hosoda wear URBAN RESEARCH / URBAN RESEARCH DOORS “Exclusive Barbour”

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:58:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001690.000003710.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296980-en.html
- anchor: #n3278559
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーバンリサーチ、URBAN RESEARCH、URBAN RESEARCH DOORS、Barbour

URBAN RESEARCH and URBAN RESEARCH DOORS will release 4 special collaboration items with British brand Barbour on Oct. 9. Actors Yu Imou and Kanata Hosoda will model the collection.

Facts:
- October 9 (Fri.)
- 4 special exclusive items
- ¥57,200
- ¥72,600
- ¥61,600
- ¥75,900
- ¥9,900
- 1894
- Approximately 130 years

## 77% of the town is forest, and forestry is a job for 1 in 3,000 people. Ehime Prefecture’s Uchiko Town launches “Hei Hei Ho,” a forestry culture magazine

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:58:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000035717.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296981-en.html
- anchor: #n3278560
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社武田林業、株式会社エス・ピー・シー、セキ株式会社

Ehime Prefecture’s Uchiko Town published the inaugural issue of the forestry magazine “Hei Hei Ho” on October 8, 2026. 株式会社武田林業 handled the project planning, and 8,000 copies were distributed.

Facts:
- 8,000 copies published
- Approximately 44,000 people work in forestry
- Veterinarians nationwide (approximately 40,000)
- Approximately 68% of that forest is planted forest
- 1,014 people attended

## DigiKey begins offering TDK SensEI’s edgeRX Starter solution for industrial AI and predictive maintenance

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:55:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000051273.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296982-en.html
- anchor: #n3278561
- Companies mentioned: DigiKey、TDK SensEI、TDK

DigiKey has begun offering TDK SensEI’s edgeRX Starter solution for industrial AI and predictive maintenance.

Facts:
- Approximately 3,000 leading manufacturers
- More than 17.4 million items in stock
- More than 1 million corporate and individual customers annually

## Big data analytics and generative AI overhaul auto repair estimates! フロータス develops a “Scratch and Dent Preliminary Estimate Simulator” using image recognition AI

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:55:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000187612.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296985-en.html
- anchor: #n3278562
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロータス、フロータス

株式会社フロータス has developed a “Scratch and Dent Preliminary Estimate Simulator” that uses big data analytics and generative AI to instantly generate highly accurate auto repair estimates from photos uploaded by users.

Facts:
- Accuracy improves by 15%

## 【万座プリンスホテル・万座高原ホテル】～ A spectacular emerald-green view, available again for the first time in 8 years ～

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:54:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004074.000024668.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296986-en.html
- anchor: #n3278563
- Companies mentioned: 万座プリンスホテル、万座高原ホテル、株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド

万座プリンスホテル and 万座高原ホテル will offer a limited-time accommodation plan to mark the opening of Kusatsu-Shirane Volcano’s Yugama crater lake to visitors for the first time in 8 years.

Facts:
- In 8 years
- Oct. 13, 2026
- Nov. 8
- 13,395 yen
- 10,883 yen
- Bathing tax: ¥150
- 1,800 m above sea level

## “DolphinX AIO,” an AI search optimization (AIO/LLMO) tool, launches “Citation Source Analysis,” which automatically classifies pages used by generative AI as sources for its answers

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:54:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000092256.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296987-en.html
- anchor: #n3278564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、MEDIA REACH, Inc.、ChatGPT、Gemini、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Perplexity

株式会社メディアリーチ began offering “Citation Source Analysis,” a new feature for its AI search optimization tool “DolphinX AIO” that automatically classifies and tallies pages cited as sources for generative AI answers, on October 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Available starting October 6, 2026
- 3 perspectives: “relationship to the brand,” “site format,” and “page type”
- 5 key features of DolphinX AIO’s “Citation Source Analysis”
- 14-day free trial
- Up to 7 types

## “DolphinX AIO,” an AI search optimization (AIO/LLMO) tool, launches “Mention Position,” a feature that tracks daily where a company’s brand is listed in AI answers

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:53:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000092256.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296989-en.html
- anchor: #n3278565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、MEDIA REACH, Inc.、ChatGPT、Claude、Google AIモード、Gemini、Microsoft Copilot、Google AI概要、Perplexity

株式会社メディアリーチ began offering “Mention Position,” a new feature for its AI search optimization tool “DolphinX AIO” that tracks daily where a company’s brand is listed in generative AI answers, on October 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Available starting October 6, 2026
- 14-day free trial
- Answers from the past 30 days
- Tracks 5 types of generative AI daily
- The Lite plan covers 4 types
- Up to 7 types

## New challenge for inbound tourism initiatives in fiscal 2027: Generative AI recommends destinations to “visit” 89% of the time, compared with 54% for “eat” and “experience”

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:52:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000167714.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296988-en.html
- anchor: #n3278566
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社56project、観光庁

合同会社56project published “JAPAN REGIONAL INBOUND AI OPPORTUNITY REPORT 2027, No. 01,” an analysis of generative AI responses aimed at inbound travelers. The report highlights an “AI recommendation gap”: 89% for “visit,” compared with just 54% for “eat” and “experience.”

Facts:
- 89% for “Visit”
- 54% each for “Eat” and “Experience”
- A 35-point difference
- 14 model regions
- 140 questions in English
- Published on October 9, 2026

## Super Normal to sell “VERDA MATCHA,” a green liqueur made with chlorella and matcha, on Makuake

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:51:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000154409.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296990-en.html
- anchor: #n3278568
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Super Normal、Super Normal、Makuake、クロレラ工業株式会社、北岡本店

株式会社Super Normal will begin selling VERDA MATCHA, a green liqueur made with chlorella and matcha with an alcohol content of 9 degrees, through Makuake on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Friday, October 9, 2026
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Alcohol content: 9 degrees
- Volume: 500ml
- 3,780 yen including tax
- List price: 3,980 yen, including tax
- 50 participants

## An event for parents and children hosted by the job-seeking group for moms who hope to work someday, 「マミクリさかい」 (Oct. 17)

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:51:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000352.000100533.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296991-en.html
- anchor: #n3278567
- Companies mentioned: 堺市役所、イオンモール堺鉄砲町、LINE

Sakai City will hold 「マミクリさかい」, an event for parents and children aimed at supporting women who have not yet begun job-seeking activities, on Oct. 17.

Facts:
- 令和8年10月17日
- Children aged 0 to 6

## [Complete in 1 volume] Loved by every heroine!? The reverse-romance comedy 「ギャルゲーフラグクラッシュ」 about an otaku office worker is available as a collected edition starting today! Includes 3 previously unreleased episodes as a special bonus.

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:50:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000823.000051825.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296992-en.html
- anchor: #n3278569
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HIKE、HIKE編集部、LINEマンガ、ピッコマ、コミックシーモア

Volume 1 of the collected edition of the web manga 「ギャルゲーフラグクラッシュ」 by 由津, published under HIKE編集部's 「コミックエラン」 label, became available on Oct. 9, 2026. It includes 3 previously unreleased episodes and concludes the story in Volume 1.

Facts:
- Collected edition, Volume 1
- Today, Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- 3 previously unreleased episodes

## A joint webinar by recruitment social media operator wakaru, which “deliberately avoids chasing viral popularity,” and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider ネオキャリア! They will explain methods and case studies for achieving better hiring matches through RPO × social media. Held on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000180599.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296995-en.html
- anchor: #n3278572
- Companies mentioned: wakaru株式会社、株式会社ネオキャリア、ハートビーツ合同会社

wakaru株式会社 and ネオキャリア will jointly hold an online seminar on Oct. 21, 2026, about achieving better hiring matches using RPO and recruitment social media.

Facts:
- More than 100 companies in total
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- More than 400 companies cumulatively
- Capacity: 100 people
- Established in 2000
- Established: June 11, 2021
- Number of employees: 40

## Invitation to the opening event for OS dept.（オガスタデポ）, a new manufacturing hub

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000165021.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296994-en.html
- anchor: #n3278571
- Companies mentioned: オーガニックスタジオ新潟株式会社

オーガニックスタジオ新潟株式会社 will hold an open-house event on Oct. 24, 2026, to mark the completion of OS dept.（オガスタデポ）, the new base for its construction department. Visitors may drop in freely.

Facts:
- 10 spaces on the premises
- Oct. 24, 2026

## The next hurdle for AI: “Can that decision be adopted?” — Technology suite centered on a Responsibility OS completes 7 PCT international applications

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000182721.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296993-en.html
- anchor: #n3278570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AIアシュアランス、Munich Re、Armilla AI、あいおいニッセイ同和損保、Archaic、東京電力パワーグリッド、EY、Tricentis、Burson

株式会社AIアシュアランス announced that it has completed a total of 7 PCT international applications for its AI assurance technology suite, centered on a “Responsibility OS.” The company aims to establish a foundation that connects technical assurance concerning the adoption of AI decisions to risk assessment for “AI insurance.” It has published formalized responses to the EU AI Act and Japan's AI Business Operator Guidelines using Lean4.

Facts:
- A total of 7 PCT international applications
- EY in April 2026
- Tricentis in August 2026
- Major overseas PR firm Burson in June 2026

## Free release of a 14-page illustrated practical guide on “Reviewing AI proposals and refining them for workplace use”

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:49:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000068315.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296996-en.html
- anchor: #n3278573
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社

リクエスト株式会社 has made a 14-page illustrated practical guide freely available to help readers evaluate AI-generated proposals and provide revision instructions.

Facts:
- 980 companies and 33.8万人
- 14 pages in total
- 453 professionals
- Average time required reduced by 40%
- Output quality improved by 18%
- Self-reported survey of 319 people

## [A book bringing together 88 sacred trees from Hokkaido to Okinawa] 「神宿る木をめぐる日本の聖樹巡礼 日本の御神木88柱」, introducing sacred trees that have received prayers at shrines across Japan alongside beautiful photographs, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 9.

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:49:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000118288.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296997-en.html
- anchor: #n3278574
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大洋図書

株式会社大洋図書 will publish the book 「神宿る木をめぐる日本の聖樹巡礼 日本の御神木88柱」 on Oct. 9, 2026. Written, edited, photographed, and art-directed by 中田薫, the visual guide selects 88 sacred trees thriving at shrines across Japan and introduces them with photographs.

Facts:
- 88 sacred trees
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- List price: 1,980 yen
- Specifications: B5 format / 144 pages

## Donations totaling 1億円 from in-store fundraising for the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake disaster entrusted to Kumamoto Prefecture — Ongoing support through the “Kumamoto Fair,” where customers can show support by eating local products

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:48:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002567.000046210.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296999-en.html
- anchor: #n3278575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート、株式会社沖縄ファミリーマート、株式会社南九州ファミリーマート、JR九州リテール株式会社

株式会社ファミリーマート entrusted Kumamoto Prefecture with a total of 100 million yen, combining in-store donations and the company's own contribution, on Oct. 9, 2026, to support people affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake. It is also providing ongoing recovery support through its 「がんばろう熊本応援キャンペーン」.

Facts:
- Total of 100 million yen
- 100,000,000 yen
- In-store donations: 94,044,017 yen
- Donation from 株式会社ファミリーマート: 5,955,983 yen
- About 16,500 FamilyMart stores nationwide

## 食べチョク supports a Kumamoto earthquake relief initiative at Haneda Airport. Learn about Kumamoto before departing and “visit to support, support from home”

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:45:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000501.000025043.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4297000-en.html
- anchor: #n3278576
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビビッドガーデン、食べチョク、熊本国際空港株式会社、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

株式会社ビビッドガーデン held the “visit to support, support from home” initiative at Haneda Airport to support Kumamoto earthquake relief, attracting approximately 1,000 visitors.

Facts:
- October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday), 2026
- approximately 1,000 people
- 300 copies
- A total of 5 locations
- More than 12,000 locations nationwide
- The service has 1.4 million users

## 株式会社アイティーシー begins retail sales of BIWIN SSDs and DRAM memory

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:44:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000185103.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296824-en.html
- anchor: #n3278403
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイティーシー、BIWIN、BIWIN Storage Technology Co., Ltd.

株式会社アイティーシー began retail sales of BIWIN SSDs and DRAM memory on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- 512GB
- 1TB
- 500GB
- 2TB
- 8GB×2
- 16GB×2
- 16GB×1
- 24GB×2

## [Held Nov. 29] Call for donations and sponsorships for the 25th まちfes葉山

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:43:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000137459.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296825-en.html
- anchor: #n3278404
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人葉山まちづくり協会、葉山町福祉文化会館、葉山町、ゆうちょ銀行

特定非営利活動法人葉山まちづくり協会 will hold the 25th まちfes葉山 at 葉山町福祉文化会館 in 葉山町 on Nov. 29, 2026, and is seeking donations and sponsorships to ensure its sustainable operation.

Facts:
- 25th
- Nov. 29, 2026
- Approximately 35 participating organizations
- More than 15
- 5,000 yen per contribution

## Dida and VORTEX sign a strategic memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand business opportunities in Japan

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:43:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000169983.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296827-en.html
- anchor: #n3278405
- Companies mentioned: Dida Holdings、Dida、株式会社VORTEX、VORTEX

AI-first travel technology company Dida Holdings and Japanese business development and investment company 株式会社VORTEX have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a strategic business partnership in Japan. The companies will collaborate exclusively on cross-industry business opportunities, including in transportation and tourism, as well as M&A, with the aim of expanding Dida's network in the Japanese market.

Facts:
- Established in 2012
- Founded in 2010

## [Sendai] “Soyogi Tea Bath” begins Nov. 1: An autumn tea journey featuring お茶の井ヶ田 and 愛子天空の湯 そよぎの杜

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:41:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000191804.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296826-en.html
- anchor: #n3278406
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GEN、お茶の井ヶ田株式会社、FULO AND株式会社、スパワークス

愛子天空の湯 そよぎの杜, operated by 株式会社GEN, and お茶の井ヶ田株式会社 are partnering to hold the “Soyogi Tea Bath” on weekends and holidays starting Nov. 1, 2026. The event will offer tea baths, löyly, and limited-edition menu items, with a special foot bath also available at 秋保ヴィレッジ アグリエの森.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 29
- Number of winners: 15 people
- Limited to the first 100 people
- Number of winners: 5 groups, 10 people

## A historic streetscape becomes a work of art. The 33rd 美濃和紙あかりアート展 opens Sunday, Oct. 11!

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000100387.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296828-en.html
- anchor: #n3278407
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人美濃市観光協会、美濃和紙あかりアート実行委員会事務局

The 33rd 美濃和紙あかりアート展, which adorns the Edo-period streetscape with illuminated Mino washi art, opens on Oct. 11 in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture. The exhibition features approximately 300 new works and 200 award-winning works from previous years, and also provides information on autumn foliage spots and accommodations.

Facts:
- About 2 months
- 1994
- More than 100 people
- about 300 items
- 10/11 (Sun.)
- Oct. 23 (Friday)
- 16:20～18:00
- 10/17 [Sat.]
- 15:00～21:00
- 10/24 (Sat.)
- 11/30 (Mon.)
- Approximately 200 works
- Approximately 3,000 bottles
- Mid-November
- 0575-35-3660
- 9:00～17:00

## アイズドッグ日進店 begins taking reservations for year-end grooming appointments from October

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:37:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000103887.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296832-en.html
- anchor: #n3278408
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社I One、アイズドッグ日進店、アイズドッグ

アイズドッグ日進店, a grooming salon operated by 株式会社I One, will begin providing information on grooming reservations for October 2026 through December 2026.

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- December 2026 grooming reservations
- Located a 5-minute walk from the station
- Opened in July 2025
- As アイズドッグ's 13th location
- Founded in 2012 in Oharu, Aichi Prefecture

## What will people do when generative AI becomes a partner at work? Practical guide published on connecting goals, fact-checking and decision-making

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:36:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000068315.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296833-en.html
- anchor: #n3278409
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社

リクエスト株式会社 has made available for free a practical guide titled “What will people do when generative AI becomes a partner at work?” on using generative AI as a partner at work. The guide explains an approach that connects exploring objectives, fact-checking and decision-making, in 22 pages in A4 landscape format. It is intended for staff who use generative AI, their managers, and human resources and training staff.

Facts:
- All 22 pages
- 980 companies
- 338,000 people

## [Nov. 12, in Shimbashi] Turn AI adoption into a competitive advantage! Free seminar explains how to obtain ISO42001 (AIMS) certification — Building an organization that balances the “offense” of AI adoption with the “defense” of risk management

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:35:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000081325.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296834-en.html
- anchor: #n3278410
- Companies mentioned: オプティマ・ソリューションズ株式会社、ソニー株式会社

Optima Solutions will hold a free seminar on obtaining ISO42001 certification in Shimbashi on Nov. 12, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- 14時20分
- 16:30
- 14:00
- 21 years since founding
- More than 4,000 cases
- 2026
- 1社2名様
- 10 million yen

## サイバーディフェンス研究所 releases web version of free fast forensics learning content “CDIR-L CE”

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:32:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000089948.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296835-en.html
- anchor: #n3278411
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サイバーディフェンス研究所、サイバーディフェンス研究所

株式会社サイバーディフェンス研究所 began offering the web version of its free fast forensics learning content “CDIR-L CE” on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026

## 学校法人三幸学園 東京ウェディング＆ブライダル専門学校 to hold on-campus dress show on Oct. 24; students will plan and run the event to promote practical learning in the bridal industry

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:31:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000032495.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296839-en.html
- anchor: #n3278412
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人三幸学園、東京ウェディング＆ブライダル専門学校

東京ウェディング＆ブライダル専門学校, operated by 学校法人三幸学園, will hold its first on-campus dress show planned and run by students on Oct. 24, 2026, promoting practical learning.

Facts:
- Oct. 24, 2026
- 10:20~11:00
- 14:20~15:00
- About 56,000 people

## Explore 南国市 and discover the town's charms! “Shamo Banchō and Nangoku Journey Stamp Rally” launches! Using the local currency “Jimoppe” to travel from the museum into the town of 南国市

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000110845.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296830-en.html
- anchor: #n3278413
- Companies mentioned: 高知信用金庫、南国市、海洋堂スペースファクトリーなんこく

高知信用金庫と南国市は、地域通貨「ジモッペイ」を活用したデジタルスタンプラリー「シャモ番長となんこく旅スタンプラリー」を2026年10月9日から2027年1月31日まで実施する。海洋堂スペースファクトリーなんこくのミュージアムを起点に市内5カ所を巡り、最大1,500ポイントを獲得できる。

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- Jan. 31, 2027 (Sun.)
- 5 locations in 南国市
- Earn 500 points by completing 2 of the 5 locations
- Plus 1,000 points
- Maximum points available: 1,500 points

## “2026 Summer Drama Feature” highlights shows that caught the attention of 番組表.Gガイド users — Missed it, or want to watch it again? Find it here.

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000107518.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296829-en.html
- anchor: #n3278414
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IPG、IPG、Gガイド、番組表.Gガイド、米国Xperi Inc.、TiVo Brands LLC、TiVo

株式会社IPG launched its “July 2026 Summer Drama Feature” on the web browser version of 番組表.Gガイド on Oct. 8, 2026. The feature compiles catch-up streaming information based on user interest and provides a way to go directly to services where viewers can watch.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- July 2026 Summer Drama Feature
- Monthly active users number approximately 7 million
- Established: April 22, 1999

## AI business succession agent “Tsuguvi” launches official website; posts product information and introduction video, and opens registration for launch updates

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000164127.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296831-en.html
- anchor: #n3278415
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Kikuvi、Kikuvi

株式会社Kikuvi launched the official website for its AI business succession agent “Tsuguvi,” currently in development, on Oct. 8, 2026, and opened registration for launch updates. The product is also scheduled to be exhibited at CEATEC 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- 1-minute, 25-second introduction video
- Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
- The 16th (Friday)
- Booth number: 4H603
- Established in June 2025

## Men's specialty salon “Art Nature Yokkaichi” to reopen after relocation and renovation on Friday, Oct. 9!

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000602.000000702.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296841-en.html
- anchor: #n3278416
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アートネイチャー

株式会社アートネイチャー will reopen its men's specialty salon “Art Nature Yokkaichi” after relocation and renovation on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- Up to 1 month

## Pre-registration for “Alchemist Code: Port Masters” surpasses 50,000! Milestone rewards announced, with additional rewards for reaching 70,000

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000136795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296858-en.html
- anchor: #n3278422
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KMS、K3 Studio、gumi

株式会社KMS announced that pre-registration for “誰ガ為のアルケミスト ポートマスターズ,” a new game from its game studio K3 Studio, has surpassed 50,000. Rewards for reaching the milestone include Phantom Crystals and summon tickets, and additional rewards have also been set for reaching 70,000. The announcement also included a new key visual, the release of the theme song music video, and information about a campaign on official X.

Facts:
- Pre-registration surpasses 50,000
- Rewards for reaching 70,000
- 1,000 Phantom Crystals
- 10-pull summon ticket guaranteeing 1 slot of SSR or higher
- Surpasses 12.5 million downloads worldwide
- Real-time “Port Battle” for up to 10 players

## “Nobunaga's Ambition: Shin Sen” PK Season “Conquest of Kyushu” begins Oct. 10 (Sat.)! New special terrain “Ashihara” and new “Fishing-in-the-Reeds” tactic debut; historian Yasutsune Owada gives an in-depth explanation of Kyushu's history of regional dominance

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000159236.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296857-en.html
- anchor: #n3278421
- Companies mentioned: Qookka Games、コーエーテクモゲームス、Qookka エンタテインメント株式会社

Qookka Games' smartphone game “信長の野望 真戦” will launch its PK Season “九州制覇” on Oct. 10, 2026. The season introduces new terrain “葦原,” 6 new warlords and new tactics. An explanatory video featuring historian Yasutsune Owada will also be released.

Facts:
- From Oct. 10, 2026 (Saturday)
- 6 new warlords
- 4 types are available

## [Startup World Cup 2026 Kyushu Regional Competition] 株式会社Piezo Sonic wins a place in the global finals in Silicon Valley, U.S.

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000044738.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296854-en.html
- anchor: #n3278420
- Companies mentioned: ペガサステックベンチャーズ、株式会社Piezo Sonic、まん福ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社エー・スター・クォンタム、株式会社ACCELStars、アルサーガパートナーズ株式会社、アルム株式会社、ファーマーズサポート株式会社、株式会社find、ジーニアルライト株式会社、株式会社イケウチ、株式会社moco Earth、肥後銀行、肥銀キャピタル株式会社、カルビー株式会社、CYBERDYNE株式会社、千葉道場ファンド、Drone Fund、SBIインベストメント株式会社

Around 250 companies applied for the Kyushu regional competition of the “Startup World Cup 2026,” held by ペガサステックベンチャーズ at Kumamoto-jo Hall on Oct. 6. 株式会社Piezo Sonic won from among the 10 finalist companies and will advance to the global finals in San Francisco on Nov. 6. Second place went to Manpuku Holdings, and third place to 株式会社エー・スター・クォンタム. Around 800 people attended, and a youth pitch contest for middle and high school students was also held.

Facts:
- Selected from around 250 applicants
- 10 carefully selected finalist companies
- Winning investment prize: approximately 150 million yen
- US$1 million grand prize investment (approximately ¥150 million)
- Regional competitions held in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide
- A total of 800 people attended
- Approximately 300 billion yen in assets under management
- Investments in more than 300 venture companies worldwide
- LP investments from 40 or more major companies worldwide
- More than 30,000 startups every year
- More than 8,000 people across 3 locations

## にじさんじ「ハロウィンゾンビボイス」2026年10月15日(木)17時より発売決定！

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001646.000030865.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296853-en.html
- anchor: #n3278419
- Companies mentioned: ANYCOLOR株式会社、にじさんじ、NIJISANJI EN Official Store

ANYCOLOR株式会社 announced that it will begin selling Halloween Zombie Voice content from the VTuber group 「にじさんじ」 on Oct. 15, 2026, at 17 o'clock. The performers are Kanae Yumeoi, Chima Machita, Kuroi Shiba, Kei Nagao and Oliver Evans. Each installment is priced at 2,500 yen, tax included.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at 17 o'clock
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, at 23:59
- 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 150 affiliated streamers

## [フジテレビ] Collaboration marking 集英社's 100th anniversary! 「漫道コバヤシ“少年ジャンプ”レジェンド集合SP」 Saturday, Nov. 14, 18–19:30 (scheduled) フジテレビONE Sports and Variety

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002214.000000084.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296849-en.html
- anchor: #n3278418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジテレビジョン、フジテレビ、フジテレビONE、集英社、サードライン、J:COM

フジテレビONE will air 「漫道コバヤシ“少年ジャンプ”レジェンド集合SP」 on Nov. 14 to mark 集英社's 100th anniversary. The program will cover the success of Hiroshi Motomiya's works and their influence on later generations, as well as 「本宮ひろ志漫画大全集」, scheduled for publication in 2026.

Facts:
- 集英社's 100th anniversary
- 11⽉14⽇（⼟）
- 18–19:30 (scheduled)
- １００万 copies sold
- Nov. 19, 2026
- More than 152 volumes in total

## Andemiu will unveil its 2026 AUTUMN visuals featuring model Kokoro Aoshima starting Friday, Oct. 9!

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003319.000001304.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296847-en.html
- anchor: #n3278417
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンドエスティHD、株式会社アダストリア、Andemiu、and ST（アンドエスティ）、株式会社エレメントルール、株式会社BUZZWIT、株式会社ゼットン、株式会社アンドエスティ、株式会社アンドエスティ・ロジスティクス、株式会社WeOur

株式会社アダストリア's Andemiu will unveil its 2026 AUTUMN visuals featuring model Kokoro Aoshima starting Oct. 9 and launch the collection.

Facts:
- More than 40 multi-brands
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- ￥35,200
- ￥16,500
- ￥15,400
- ￥14,300
- ￥13,200
- About 1,500 stores

## [Thumb-sized × handheld] An innovative 2WAY style! The ultra-compact action camera 「YD01」, featuring 4K and an LCD monitor, goes on presale at Makuake starting Friday, Oct. 16, at 11 o'clock!

- Published: 2026-10-09T12:28:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000167185.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4296742-en.html
- anchor: #n3278377
- Companies mentioned: エスイレブン合同会社、Makuake

エスイレブン合同会社 will begin presale reservations for 「YD01」, an ultra-compact action camera with 4K support and a built-in 1.3-inch LCD monitor, on Makuake starting Oct. 16, 2026, at 11 o'clock.

Facts:
- Starting Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 11 o'clock
- From 11:00 a.m.
- Just 60g!
- 1.3-inch LCD monitor
- 120° ultra-wide angle
- Outstanding 4K/30fps image quality
- Up to 48 million pixels
- 28 types of color filters