AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-09 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.htmlOne 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.en Fender®︎ announces jointly developed amplifier with Joe Bonamassa, the Tone Master® '59 Twin® JB Editionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279353Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:43:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESフェンダーミュージック株式会社 announced the signature amplifier Tone Master® '59 Twin® JB Edition, jointly developed with Joe Bonamassa. It is priced at 308,000 yen and will go on sale on October 9, 2026. 株式会社協和産業 to oversee flights for PR drone show, “Hyuga Jugo-ya Festival × ケーブルメディアワイワイ Special Drone Show”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279354https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279354Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:42:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社協和産業 will oversee flights for a special drone show commemorating ケーブルメディアワイワイ’s 35th anniversary, held at the “Hyuga Jugo-ya Festival” in 日向市, Miyazaki Prefecture, on October 10, 2026. Airbus and aviation-related companies to hold special lecture for 神戸市立工業高等専門学校https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279355https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279355Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:40:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESAirbus Japan and Airbus Helicopters Japan held a special lecture for 神戸市立工業高等専門学校, with Peach Aviation株式会社 and 株式会社神戸製鋼所 also participating. —Breast cancer diagnostic tests, where results can vary depending on the medical institution and doctor—Could choosing where to get tested determine the outcome of treatment? A specialist explainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279359Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES社会福祉法人仁生社江戸川病院 held a seminar for the press on October 2, explaining the importance of choosing where to undergo breast cancer diagnostic testing and the treatment options available. 笹一酒造, a sake brewery founded 360 years ago that brews sacred sake for Mount Fuji, held a ceremonial sake-barrel opening to celebrate the release of the film “襲名” at its opening-day stage greeting eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279358Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES笹一酒造, a sake brewery founded 360 years ago, held a ceremonial sake-barrel opening to celebrate the release of the film “襲名,” featuring a special Junmai Daiginjo sake. The sake is also available in limited quantities at 日本橋三越本店 and its official online store. Launches “Simple Social Gift | Send gifts via LINE and social media,” an app that lets you send gifts to people without knowing their address on Shopifyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279357Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社UnReact, an IT startup in Fukuoka Prefecture, has launched “Simple Social Gift,” a Shopify app that lets users send gifts without knowing the recipient’s address. 六甲山アスレチックパークGREENIA (Greenia): As a thank-you for this year, enjoy our popular original beef curry at half price! The third of the three major autumn savings campaigns!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279356Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES六甲山観光株式会社, which operates 六甲山アスレチックパークGREENIA, is offering its original beef curry for half price, 450 yen, from November 1 to 15, 2026, as the third of its three major autumn savings campaigns. As the second campaign, it is also offering half-price admission to visitors aged 65 and older. [Comsys Information Systems] Announces gold partnership agreement with NECレッドロケッツ川崎https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279360Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:39:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESComsys Information Systems has signed a gold partnership agreement with NECレッドロケッツ川崎, a women’s volleyball team in the Daido Life SV.LEAGUE, and will hold a title-sponsored event on November 29, 2026. “Kaigo Yobo Daisakusen! in Toshima 2026” to be held on October 14 (Wed.) and 15 (Thu.) on the 1st floor of the ward office main building!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279361Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:37:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊島区 will hold “Kaigo Yobo Daisakusen! in Toshima 2026” at the ward office main building for 2 days, October 14 and 15, with special programs commemorating the 10th anniversary of “Toshimaru Taiso” and various hands-on activities. 【K-Beautyの立役者コスマックスジャパン×ベイコスメティックス社長対談】次はJ-Beautyが世界へhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279362Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:37:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESコスマックスジャパンの魚在善社長とベイコスメティックスの早瀬本基社長による対談。K-Beautyの急成長要因や日本市場の課題、J-Beautyの海外展開可能性について議論された。 Lending-based crowdfunding platform “Funvest” to open subscriptions for new fund “Kokusai Sogo Keikaku Community Development Support Fund ３-１” from 10/13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279363Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:36:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESFintertech株式会社 announced that subscriptions for “Kokusai Sogo Keikaku Community Development Support Fund ３-１” on the lending-based crowdfunding platform Funvest will open on October 13. The funds will be loaned to 株式会社国際総合計画 for business purposes. The projected annual yield is 3.60％, and the maximum offering amount is 1億2,000万円. Donates 6 benches to “Hamamatsu Flower Park”: Homebuilder promotes the appeal of locally sourced timber (Tenryu cypress)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279364Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:36:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイジーコンサルティング will donate 6 benches to “Hamamatsu Flower Park” on October 24, 2026. The benches were made using surplus timber (Tenryu cypress) from construction work. Givery releases “Cybersecurity Skills Standards 2026,” defining cybersecurity talent for the AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279365Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:35:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ギブリー and 株式会社セキュアサイクル have jointly released “Cybersecurity Skills Standards 2026,” which systematizes the skills needed by cybersecurity professionals in the AI era. They have also begun offering skills assessments and training programs aligned with the standards. [西武秋田店] Experience Swedish life in Akita: “Nordic Living and Goods Exhibition” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279366Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:34:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES西武秋田店が10月9日から18日まで地下催事場で『北欧の暮らしと雑貨展』を開催し、北欧デザイン雑貨を販売する。また、秋田市立千秋美術館にて10月17日から12月20日までグスタフスベリの展覧会が開催される。 ベイシス makes 日本電気安全協会 a wholly owned subsidiary, entering the “smart maintenance” field through IoT and electrical safetyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279367Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESベイシス acquired 100% of the issued shares of 日本電気安全協会, making it a wholly owned subsidiary, and aims to expand its business into the “smart maintenance” field by combining IoT technology with safety management expertise. Boost seafood consumption and support recovery by enjoying delicious food! “Sanriku and Joban Weeks, 6th Edition” to be held November 1 (Sunday)–December 6 (Sunday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279368Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Discover the Appeal! Sanriku and Joban Products Network,” operated by 産経新聞社, will hold the 6th edition of “Sanriku and Joban Weeks” from November 1 to December 6 to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake and boost seafood consumption. The previous, 5th edition served approximately 380,000 meals. The 6th edition aims to further increase consumption through sales of limited-edition boxed meals and a booth at “Fish Japan Festival 2026 in Odaiba,” among other initiatives. Collaborative projects selected to address local challenges in Itabashi Wardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279369Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京都板橋区 has selected 5 projects for fiscal year Reiwa 8 under its collaborative project initiative based on its industrial promotion vision. The initiative will support the development and real-world implementation of new products and services through collaboration between startups and small and medium-sized businesses, leveraging local resources such as optical and precision equipment and healthcare. A gathering of delicious seasonal autumn flavors!! Take a stroll to Nishida Building in Nakatsu, Osaka! Enjoy a lavish Japanese full-course meal, limited to 20 people, and the Yodogawa Fireworks from a special rooftop seating area. A food market featuring popular flavors from Fukuchiyama, open into the evening, will also be held.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279380Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES西田工業株式会 will hold the “Autumn Marriage Tasting Event” and the free-entry food market “Farmers Tables＠中津” at Nishida Building in Nakatsu, Kita Ward, Osaka, on October 17, 2026. The event will feature a full-course meal by Japanese restaurant 一ゑん, sake from 東和酒造, and a viewing of the Yodogawa Fireworks from the rooftop. ウィメンズヘルス・イノベーション協会 selected for 東京都’s “TOKYO SUTEAM”; launches acceleration program to support business creation and growth in women’s healthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279379Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人ウィメンズヘルス・イノベーション協会 (WHI) has been selected for 東京都’s “TOKYO SUTEAM” program and will launch an acceleration program in October 2026 for approximately 10 startups in the women’s health field. Press announcement: briefing held on pilot projects for AI safety evaluation and efforts to develop an evaluation environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279378Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAIセーフティ・インスティテュート（AISI）は2026年10月7日、「AISI事業実証ワーキンググループ」上期報告会および「AIセーフティ評価環境 検討タスクフォース」総会を開催した。両イベントで延べ220名が参加し、ヘルスケア、ロボティクス、データ品質、適合性評価、教育、ジオAIの各サブワーキンググループの活動進捗が報告された。ゲストスピーカーとしてAnthropic社、OpenAI社も登壇した。 [70th Anniversary of the Official Confirmation of Minamata Disease: Traveling Photo Exhibition and Related Events] “From Minamata to You──For All Our Presents (ima)──” to be held at Tokyo University of Foreign Studieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279377Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo University of Foreign Studies will host a traveling photo exhibition and related events on campus from October 28 to November 13, 2026, commemorating 70 years since the official confirmation of Minamata disease. The exhibition will feature 42 works by 9 photographers, along with gallery talks and discussion events. Asian Games gold medalist and fifth-grade student Yuki and other star guests to gather! “Keio eSports Festival 2026” to be held Sunday, October 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279376Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Keio eSports Festival 2026,” hosted by Keio Electric Railway and produced by 日本テレビ, will be held on October 18, featuring professional players and guests, including Asian Games gold medalist Yuki. 「手のひらで、とろける。」冬の乾燥肌をやさしく包む、エルバビーバの秋冬限定「ベビーバター」が今年も登場https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279375Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社おもちゃ箱 began selling “Baby Butter” and “Baby Butter BIG,” limited-edition winter products from the U.S.-based organic skincare brand erbaviva (エルバビーバ), on September 28, 2026. 世界ゆるスポーツ協会 announces the “6th Local Yuru Sports Awards”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279374Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人世界ゆるスポーツ協会は、地域独自の「ご当地ゆるスポーツ」を募集する「第6回ご当地ゆるスポーツアワード」を開催決定。グランプリには賞金10万円が贈呈され、2026年10月15日から応募を受け付ける。 Developing scripts with global appeal: Call for participants in the “International Screenwriting Mentorship (2nd cohort)” program, part of “Film Nexus - PRO”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279373Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構 (VIPO) is seeking participants for the “International Screenwriting Mentorship (2nd cohort),” part of the “Film Nexus - PRO” program, which is funded by 文化庁. The program is aimed at teams of producers and directors/screenwriters developing live-action feature film projects in Japan, and provides support for part of the cost of early-stage feedback and English translation. Applications close at noon on November 6, 2026. Korean edition of “90% of Social Problems Can Be Solved Through Business,” which has sold more than 22,000 copies in Japan, to be publishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279372Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Korean edition of 株式会社ボーダレス・ジャパン’s book “90% of Social Problems Can Be Solved Through Business” will be published by Korea’s MYSC. The book has sold more than 22,000 copies in Japan, and the publication aims to foster social business collaboration between Japan and South Korea. Le Petit Mec celebrates its 28th anniversary. Anniversary events run from October 10 (Saturday).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279371Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKyoto-born bakery Le Petit Mec will hold events marking its 28th anniversary from October 10, selling limited-edition products including gâteau nantais, paired teas, and items made with its homemade “levain” starter. A seasonal fair themed around the autumn harvest will also take place. Yoshimoto comedians to take the stage at the Marunouchi Stage at “Tokyo Ajiwai Festa 2026”! Showcasing the appeal and delicious flavor of rice flour! PR event for the domestic rice flour consumption promotion initiative, the “Tokyo Rice Flour Chishin Campaign”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279370Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYoshimoto Kogyo comedians will introduce the appeal of rice flour at a PR event on the Marunouchi Stage during “Tokyo Ajiwai Festa 2026,” taking place from October 23 to 25, 2026. The event is part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s domestic rice flour consumption promotion initiative, the “Tokyo Rice Flour Chishin Campaign.” Why are HR departments still so busy even after introducing HR SaaS?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279336Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:29:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESMHCトリプルウィン株式会社 and 株式会社日本コンサルタントグループ will hold a free online seminar on October 15, 2026, on addressing HR challenges after implementing HR SaaS. Supporting and helping energize “East Tokyo Market 7,” a market creating new vitality in eastern Tokyo.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279337Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:29:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジェイアール東日本都市開発 announced that it will support and help energize “East Tokyo Market 7,” a market event featuring 10 businesses under the Yanagibashi elevated railway. “Strategy accounts for 90% of high school entrance exams”: Free seminar for parents in Kusatsu, Shiga, explains reforms to the public high school entrance exam systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279338Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:27:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES学習塾ミライ式 (株式会社TricoLogic) will hold a free seminar for parents in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, on October 25, 2026, explaining reforms to the public high school entrance exam system. Data utilization platform “SDTC” renamed “Bridge Concierge”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279339Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:26:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SYMMETRY announced that its infrastructure maintenance support service for local governments, “SDTC,” will be renamed “Bridge Concierge” effective October 1, 2026. Student business contest “Kagawa KOSEN Campus Startup Summit 2026,” with total prize money of 500,000 yen, held for the first time! Top prize goes to “SPARK,” a lower-year team. 2nd edition planned for autumn 2027 at Rexxam Hall, with total prize money of 1 million yenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279340Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:26:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社VelarcA and 香川高等専門学校 jointly held the first “Kagawa KOSEN Campus Startup Summit 2026,” with the top prize awarded to “SPARK,” a team of lower-year students. The 2nd edition will be run by 株式会社anivers and is planned for autumn 2027 at Rexxam Hall, with total prize money of 1 million yen. “三茶縁日” set for November 28 (Saturday) and 29 (Sunday)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279341Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:25:37 +0900JapanPR TIMES“三茶縁日,” organized by 三茶モデルプロジェクト実行委員会, is set to take place in the Sangenjaya area on November 28 and 29, 2026. With support from 世田谷区, a range of events, including markets and workshops, will be held at 10 venues. From elementary and high school students to university students and active student entrepreneurs, 10 groups will bring their questions into dialogue with society at the inaugural “Question Tube Summit 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279342Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:20:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe inaugural “Question Tube Summit 2026,” organized by NPO法人学修デザイナー協会, was held on September 25, 2026. 10 groups, from elementary school students to active student entrepreneurs, presented their inquiry topics and engaged in dialogue with society. Autumn brings matcha and coffee together. With “MATCHA meets COFFEE” as its theme, ATELIER MATCHA’s fall-winter menu arrives in Ginza and Kamakura on October 16 (Friday).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279343Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:20:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESTZEN株式会社は、京都宇治の山政小山園と提携するプレミアム抹茶カフェ「ATELIER MATCHA」において、2026年10月16日より銀座店および鎌倉店で「MATCHA meets COFFEE」をテーマとした秋冬メニューの販売を開始する。 The dragon shrine maiden Momiji from “NINJA GAIDEN” joins Amazing Yamaguchi. Reservations are now open at あみあみ.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279344Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:20:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHobby retailer あみあみ (大網株式会社) is accepting preorders for 海洋堂's Revoltech Amazing Yamaguchi “NINJA GAIDEN 3: Razor’s Edge” Momiji. The reference price is 12,100 yen, and the release is scheduled for June 2027. 『日本財団スポGOMIワールドカップ2027 北海道STAGE』を開催。チーム「JGSDFごみ拾い隊」が連覇！参加者全39人で拾ったごみの総量は49.37kg！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279345Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:18:14 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟とHBC北海道放送は、2026年9月12日に札幌すすきので『日本財団スポGOMIワールドカップ2027 北海道STAGE』を開催。チーム「JGSDFごみ拾い隊」が9.1kgのごみを拾い2連覇を達成し、参加者39人によるごみ総量は49.37kgとなった。 Large-scale mixed-use development in the Senju Okawabata District, spanning approximately 5.2 ha and including approximately 2,100 homes; town name decided as “AQUA GATE 千住大川端”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279346Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:17:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井不動産株式会社 announced that it has named its large-scale mixed-use development project in the Senju Okawabata District of Adachi Ward, Tokyo, “AQUA GATE 千住大川端.” The project will create a mixed-use community on a site of approximately 5.2 ha, with approximately 2,100 homes, commercial facilities, and serviced housing for older adults. The first phase is scheduled for completion around 2030, and the second phase around 2034. 奈良県立図書情報館「やさしい冬のおはなし会」「クリスマスマーケット」12月6日開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279347Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:16:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES“A Gentle Winter Storytime” and a “Christmas Market” will be held at 奈良県立図書情報館 on December 6, 2026. The storytime will feature picture-book authors and Governor Yamashita, among others, while 43 vendors will take part in the Christmas Market. [Matsuya Ginza, Oct. 14–20] The “Tea Advent Calendar,” sold out for 3 consecutive years, will be sold in-store at a Tokyo event for the first time. Compare 4 designs and choose your favorite (Sri Lanka’s oldest tea brand, ジョージスチュアートティー)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279348Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:16:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社味とサイエンス will open a pop-up store for Sri Lanka’s oldest tea brand, “ジョージスチュアートティー,” at Matsuya Ginza starting October 14, 2026. The 2026 edition of the “Tea Advent Calendar,” which has sold out for 3 consecutive years, will be available in-store, where customers can compare designs and sample the teas. “Vキャス Collection” to be held at Shinjuku Marui Men starting October 10! 9 days of merchandise, fan events, and live shows with 40 VTubers!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279349Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:15:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイブレイド will hold “Vキャス Collection” at Shinjuku Marui Men starting October 10, 2026. A total of 40 VTubers will take part in the school-festival-themed event, which will feature merchandise sales and fan meetings. Fujisoft named a “Major Player” in IDC MarketScape Japan Cloud Professional Services Markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279187Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:14:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESFujisoft was named a major player in Japan’s cloud professional services market in IDC Japan’s report, “IDC MarketScape: Japan Cloud Professional Services 2026 Vendor Assessment.” 合同会社CanBe、「EAT JAPAN！2026」にキッチンカー「麺屋鶴味」を出店 まぜそばが2日間とも完売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279188Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:14:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社CanBeは、2026年9月22日・23日に開催された「EAT JAPAN！2026」にてキッチンカー「麺屋鶴味」を出店し、まぜそばが2日間とも完売した。 信和グループ announces appointment of new directorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279189Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:13:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES信和グループ announced that Koji Yamanaka became a director of 信和ホールディングス株式会社, effective October 1, 2026. MINMI celebrates 24 years since debut with first solo concert at Nippon Budokan!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279190Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:13:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESSinger-songwriter MINMI marked the 24th anniversary of her debut with her first solo concert at Nippon Budokan on October 8, 2026. The sold-out concert featured more than 50 guests and staff and was livestreamed on ABEMA. Japanese-language release of the EXIN SIAM™ Professional certification exam begins October 30, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279199Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEXIN社 announced that it will begin offering a Japanese-language version of the SIAM Professional certification exam on October 30, 2026. DIG2ネクスト株式会社 welcomed the initiative, saying it will contribute to the adoption of SIAM and talent development in Japan. Jizai signs memorandum of understanding with Rikkei and Toa Research Institute for collaboration on AI robots including “Palmimo”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279198Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Jizai, Rikkei, and 公益財団法人東亜総研 have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on collaboration in the AI robotics field, with the aim of joint development in Japan and expansion into Southeast Asian markets, primarily Vietnam. EMシステムズ to demonstrate prescription data entry service integrated with プレカル at the 59th Annual Meeting of the Japan Pharmaceutical Associationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279197Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社EMシステムズ will demonstrate a prescription data entry service developed in collaboration with its group company プレカル at the 59th Annual Meeting of the Japan Pharmaceutical Association, to be held in Niigata on October 11 and 12, 2026. The full product is targeted for release in December 2026. In trials, data was digitized in an average of 2 minutes while maintaining accuracy of 99% or higher. 【Recboo】Strengthens partnership with プロトスター株式会社. Supporting startup growth through both fundraising and recruitment for high-level and hard-to-fill positions.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279196Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ノックラーン is strengthening its partnership with プロトスター株式会社, which supports startup fundraising, to help startups grow through both recruitment for high-level and hard-to-fill positions and fundraising. Encouraging long-term success on the job and acquisition of national qualifications! MIRAI renews its “Certified Care Worker Exam Preparation Course” for Specified Skilled Worker personnel from Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279195Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIRAI株式会社 will fully renew its “Certified Care Worker Exam Preparation Course” for Specified Skilled Worker foreign personnel in October 2026. The course will offer online learning compatible with shift work and instruction by qualified professionals, supporting students in obtaining national qualifications and building long-term careers. 【New listing on リゾートグランピングドットコム】“More freedom than a hotel, more comfort than a vacation rental.” Enjoy a highland stay that feels like home at ホリデイハウスグリーンガーデン in Gujo, Gifuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279194Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESリゾートグランピングドットコム, operated by 株式会社ブッキングリゾート, has added ホリデイハウスグリーンガーデン in Gujo, Gifu Prefecture, to its listings. The property offers villa-style and hotel-style accommodations on a site of approximately 5,000 tsubo, and serves as a base for meals featuring local ingredients and sightseeing in the surrounding area. Its sister property, ククリテラス, is scheduled to open in August 2026. The “Youkai Night Series Chibi Figure: Kinich” from Genshin Impact is now available for preorder at あみあみ.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279193https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279193Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESあみあみ (大網株式会社), a major hobby retailer, is accepting preorders for the “Youkai Night Series Chibi Figure: Kinich” from Genshin Impact. Suggested retail price: 9,240 yen; scheduled for release in August 2027. Hifumi from Blue Archive is now available as a figure. Preorders are being accepted at あみあみ.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279192Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESあみあみ (大網株式会社), a major hobby retailer, has begun accepting preorders for a 1/7-scale finished figure of Hifumi, a character from Blue Archive, by APEX. The suggested retail price is 24,750 yen, and the figure is scheduled for release in September 2027. The highly mobile Cart Titan from Attack on Titan is being made into an articulated figure. Preorders are being accepted at あみあみ.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279191Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESあみあみ is accepting preorders for 海洋堂’s “Revoltech Amazing Yamaguchi Attack on Titan: Cart Titan.” Suggested retail price: 13,200 yen; scheduled for release in July 2027. 大阪宅建×武庫川女子大学 産学連携献血活動認知拡大プロジェクト始動 学生の感性で若年層の参加を促す「共創」の取り組みhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279200Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:09:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES青鳩会 of 一般社団法人大阪府宅地建物取引業協会 launched an industry-academia partnership project on September 30 with students from the Faculty of Social Informatics at 武庫川女子大学 to encourage young people to donate blood. New Fall/Winter 26 designs arrive from レスポートサック’s capsule collection “レスポートサック アトリエ,” jointly developed by its N.Y. and Tokyo teams! On sale 10/14 (Wed).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279201Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:09:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew Fall/Winter 26 designs from レスポートサック’s capsule collection “レスポートサック アトリエ,” jointly developed by its N.Y. and Tokyo teams, will go on sale on October 14. 令和8年「秩父宮山岳記念賞」授賞決定のお知らせhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279202Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:09:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人日本山岳会は、令和8年の「秩父宮山岳記念賞」を山岳専門気象予報士の猪熊隆之氏に授与することを決定した。授賞の背景には、株式会社ヤマテン創業者としての気象予報配信や登山安全への貢献が挙げられている。また、2026年12月5日に新宿京王プラザホテルで特別講演会が開催される予定である。 HAKUSAN SHOP in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, launches its 23rd anniversary campaign from Saturday, October 31, and unveils new series “MARONA” and “いろはに”! From Nagasaki Prefecture’s Hasami town pottery maker 白山陶器株式会社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279203Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:07:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESHAKUSAN SHOP in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, operated by 白山陶器株式会社, will hold a 23rd anniversary campaign from October 31 and unveil the new series “MARONA” and “いろはに.” 広尾エリアに子どもたちの笑顔を ― ナショナル麻布 本店にて「ハロウィンフェア」を10月16日(金)〜10月31日(土)まで開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279204Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:06:54 +0900JapanPR TIMESナショナル麻布株式会社は、広尾エリアの子どもたちの笑顔と地域活性化を目的に、「ナショナル麻布」本店にて10月16日から31日まで「ハロウィンフェア」を開催する。昨年の好評を受けた明治屋広尾ストアーとのコラボスタンプラリーや、アイルランド発祥のゲーム「スナップアップル」、14店舗が出店するファーマーズマーケットなどが実施される。 Emotions show on our faces. And our expressions shape how our skin will look in the future. SINN PURETÉ skincare gets a makeover. Introducing the new AG Series.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279205Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:06:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESSINN PURETÉ will launch its new AG Series, an anti-aging skincare line that takes 3 approaches—expression, aging, and external stress—with an advance release in October 2026 and a general release in February 2027. 「秋の夜長」は、快眠のチャンス。オンラインフィットネス「サーティフィット」が、自律神経を整える『睡眠ストレッチクラス』を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279206Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:05:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サーティフィット will launch a free trial campaign for its “Sleep Stretch Class,” designed to regulate the autonomic nervous system during the long autumn evenings, starting Oct. 16, 2026. The major event representing “Takatsuki, the city of shogi”: the Takatsuki Shogi Festival is coming soonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279207Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:05:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESTakatsuki City will hold the Takatsuki Shogi Festival at Ama Site Park on Reiwa 8, Oct. 17. 15 professional and women's shogi players, along with PR ambassador Takeshi Tsuruno, will take part. The program includes public pair matches, talk shows and food sales. [2nd anniversary of LeTAO Canal Plaza store] With gratitude to everyone who has supported us. New sweets are now on sale, including the commemorative “Canal Parfait Fromage Brûlée Baum.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279208Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:05:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the 2nd anniversary of its LeTAO Canal Plaza store, 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ operator 株式会社ケイシイシイ is offering a limited-edition parfait and the new “Pistachio Chocolate Roll,” and holding a stamp rally event. E-book “The Formula for Successful Trade Show Exhibitions,” which helps small and medium-sized manufacturers turn exhibition participation into business negotiations, to go on sale Oct. 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279209Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:04:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES製造業専門のライティング・展示会プロデュース会社であるオフィス・キートスは、中小製造業向けの電子書籍『展示会出展 成功の方程式』を2026年10月14日に発売する。 [25th anniversary of Sassy's arrival in Japan] Little hands reach out before you know it. 4 new Sassy toys that captivate babies with the movement of beads and balls, on sale Oct. 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279210Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:04:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ダッドウェイ will release 4 new toys that let children enjoy the movement of beads and balls starting Oct. 9, 2026, to mark the 25th anniversary of the arrival in Japan of the U.S.-born toy brand Sassy. <Primarily for the private education sector> A concise look at the current state of university admissions for everyone who teaches high school students!! Join the “Forum” webinar.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279211Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:03:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社学書 is holding a webinar explaining university admissions based on its guidance booklet “FORUM,” with Mr. Matsuoka of （株）ライブロード delivering the presentation. 13th Matsukawa Village Komegura Sake Festival to be held on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. Admission vouchers now on sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279212https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279212Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:02:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES第13回松川村米蔵日本酒祭りが2026年10月17日に開催され、入場引換券の販売中。協賛蔵元は13社。株式会社ペイメントフォーが運営するチケットペイによる販売サービスも紹介されている。 Reiwa 8 fiscal year recruitment for 奈良県立病院機構 staff (general administrative positions, nurses and midwives)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279213Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:01:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES奈良県立病院機構 is recruiting staff for Reiwa 8 fiscal year, including general administrative positions, nurses and midwives. [Altius Link] Wins the Best Operations Award at the Contact Center Award 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279214Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESアルティウスリンク株式会社 won the Best Operations Award in the center awards category at the Contact Center Award 2026, held on Sept. 16, 2026, jointly with KDDI株式会社. This marks its 3rd consecutive win. The award recognized its training for senior customers at the au Smart Support Center and its operating model based on customer understanding. 世田谷美術館×アートネットワーク・ジャパン「Performance Residence in Museum 2026-27」滞在報告会（パフォーマンス＋トーク）を10月25日に開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279215Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES世田谷美術館とNPO法人アートネットワーク・ジャパンが共催する「Performance Residence in Museum 2026-27」の滞在報告会が、10月25日に世田谷美術館講堂で開催される。劇作家・演出家の川村智基によるパフォーマンス上演とトークが行われる予定で、定員は100名程度、参加費は無料。 株式会社LBB、「SCAJ 2026」のデロンギ・エバシスブースにて「L.B.B.Cloud」連携デモを展示https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279216Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:14 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LBB will exhibit a demonstration at De'Longhi Japan's booth at “SCAJ 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in October 2026. The demo will integrate the mobile ordering platform “L.B.B.Cloud” with the commercial fully automatic Eversys coffee machine. 株式会社日本レースプロモーション and 大阪成蹊大学 sign comprehensive academic innovation partnership agreement; 10-year follow-up survey of motorsports spectators to be conductedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279217Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本レースプロモーション and 大阪成蹊大学 signed an agreement on comprehensive academic innovation collaboration concerning research, education and human resource development. Key initiatives include conducting a 10-year follow-up survey of Super Formula spectators, offering special classes and accepting about 6 student interns each year. “Creating Places That Inspire: Digest 2026” released, highlighting sustainability initiatives through business activitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279218Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsubishi Jisho Property Management has released “Creating Places That Inspire: Digest 2026,” which summarizes its sustainability policy and initiatives for fiscal 2025. It is also running “Behind-the-Scenes Talk,” a spin-off project showcasing what goes on behind the scenes. ケイアイスター不動産 registered as an Osaka Prefecture “Gender Equality and Vitality Declaration” business and certified under “Gender Equality and Vitality Plus”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279219Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESケイアイスター不動産 has been registered by Osaka Prefecture as a “Gender Equality and Vitality Declaration” business and certified under “Gender Equality and Vitality Plus,” completing sustainability-related certifications at all 3 major sites. The first K-pop collaboration for “HELLO KITTY ‘BLACK SERIES’” is with ATEEZ! A limited-time POP-UP STORE opens in Omotesando on Friday, October 16.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279332Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“HELLO KITTY ‘BLACK SERIES’” has its first collaboration with K-pop group ATEEZ, with a limited-time POP-UP STORE running at MIL GALLERY in Omotesando from October 16, 2026. The event will sell products such as figurines and hold a lottery for cards featuring handwritten member signatures. About the 2026 Symposium on Preventing Fires Caused by Lithium-Ion Batterieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279331Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES環境省 will hold the “2026 Symposium on Preventing Fires Caused by Lithium-Ion Batteries” on November 2, Reiwa 8, in conjunction with November’s “Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Prevention Month.” In light of recent fires during waste processing (9,456 cases in fiscal Reiwa 7), the event will raise awareness through the “3 Cs” and hold group workshops. A hot topic that ranked No. 1 in 18 Amazon categories! Ads for BAZZI’s new book, “Doing Nothing Works Better,” to run in 4 trade and book review publicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279330Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Dream Create will begin advertising its new BAZZI book, “Doing Nothing Works Better,” which ranked No. 1 in 18 Amazon categories, in 4 trade and book review publications starting October 1, 2026. [Food Loss Reduction Month] SeaFect®, a material derived from scallop shells, joins the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries’ “Food Tech Public-Private Council” freshness-preservation technology working teamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279329Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Shelltas has joined the “Freshness Preservation Technology Working Team (WT)” of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries’ “Food Tech Public-Private Council,” accelerating the development and validation of food freshness-preservation technology using SeaFect®, a material derived from scallop shells. Resilient to disasters, protecting and making use of Japan’s farmland. The off-grid tiny house “HACOBUNE” showroom grand opens on November 7.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279328Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一級建築士事務所わびすき announced that its showroom for “HACOBUNE,” an off-grid tiny house designed to function as a self-sufficient living base in the event of a disaster, will grand open in Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 7. Mount Fuji Art Festival 2026: Official guide map complete! 17 locations across Yamanashi Prefecture become art museums at the foot of Mount Fujihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279327Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES富士山芸術祭実行委員会 announced that it has completed the official guide map for Mount Fuji Art Festival 2026, which begins on October 17, 2026. The festival covers 17 venues across Yamanashi Prefecture, and the shared passport distributed free to ticket buyers includes an art support coupon worth 500 yen. “Tsurumachi Culture Festival 2026” to be held on November 7 and 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279326Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES矢作地所株式会社 will hold “Tsurumachi Culture Festival 2026,” one of Nagoya’s largest free-entry festivals, at Tsuruma Park on November 7 and 8. The event aims to revitalize the community and foster collaboration for the future, with 24 booths and numerous artists scheduled to appear. Alnets of the FRONTEO Group makes “10 Business-Integrated Apps Connecting Learning and the Workplace” available for freehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279325Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルネッツ has released for free a resource featuring configuration examples for 10 business-integrated apps that support training operations and on-the-job training in conjunction with an LMS. 日本豆乳協会 × 十文字学園女子大学: A fun food education event to learn about soy milk to mark Soy Milk Dayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279324Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES十文字学園女子大学 will hold a food education event, “Mini Soy Milk Class,” in collaboration with 日本豆乳協会 to mark Soy Milk Day on October 12, 2026. Survey of 300 women finds that about 70% did not know that some gray hair may regain its colorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279323Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 300 women conducted by 一般社団法人SKINLABO found that about 70% and more than half were not sufficiently aware that some gray hair may regain its color and that improvement may be possible through addressing nutritional deficiencies. Yokohama IT Forum 2026: “The Urban Agriculture Revolution and Cutting-Edge Technology — The Future of Food and Agriculture Created by AI and IoT, and the Smart City Envisioned by GREEN×EXPO 2027”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279322Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Kanagawa Information Services Industry Association and 横浜市経済局 will co-host Yokohama IT Forum 2026 on November 12. The theme is urban agriculture and cutting-edge technology, with Takayoshi Serizawa of Plantio and Kenji Hiroshige of the GREEN×EXPO 2027 Association scheduled to speak. ネッツトヨタ富山 supports the pilot operation of Tateyama Town’s “Koko Nori” AI on-demand transport servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279321Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESネッツトヨタ富山 will support the pilot operation of “Koko Nori,” an AI on-demand transport service launched by Tateyama Town on October 13, 2026. Hanshin Expressway’s “Outing Support Campaign” becomes even easier to use, with the purchase limit for coupon offers increased to 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279320Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHanshin Expressway increased the purchase limit for coupons in its “Outing Support Campaign,” which aims to encourage visitors to areas along the expressway, from 1 set to 2 sets starting October 1, 2026. A world-first!? The “Lake Biwa giant catfish bench” is complete! It will be unveiled at a presentation ceremony for a donation from 株式会社木下カンセーhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279319Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES琵琶湖博物館は、株式会社木下カンセーから寄贈された世界初の「ビワコオオナマズベンチ」を令和8年10月15日に開催される贈呈式でお披露目し、展示室に設置する。また、シーボルトコレクションが保管されるオランダのナチュラリス生物多様性センターの収蔵庫映像も特別公開される。 SHO-SAN launches the “Housing AI Certification,” overseen by 新建ハウジング, on October 9 — an industry-wide benchmark for measuring AI skills among housing company employees; Level 5 is free and onlinehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279318Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SHO-SAN launched the “Housing AI Certification,” a test specializing in the housing industry whose questions are overseen by 新建ハウジング, on October 9, 2026. Level 5, the introductory level, is free and offered online, and measures the ability to use AI in custom-home business operations. Hokushin Fish Market to hold its chain-wide “Autumn Flavors Food Fair”! A wide selection of seafood in season this fall, plus daily featured products at special priceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279317Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社北辰水産は、2026年10月9日から12日まで全店共通で「秋の味覚旨いもの市」を開催し、旬の魚介類を特別価格で販売する。特に10日は「鮪の日」として対面売場全品10%引きや「お魚水族館®」を実施する。 Major update to the digital twin platform “TRANCITY Nebula”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279316Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCalTa株式会社 will roll out a major update to the digital twin platform “TRANCITY Nebula” from October to November 2026, adding new features including weather information overlays and change detection using voxel processing. Dynamic pricing to be introduced for the Osaka performances of “Hamlet, Winter’s Journey - HAMLET'S WINTER”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279315https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279315Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESダイナミックプラス株式会社 announced that it will introduce its dynamic pricing service for the Osaka performances of the play “Hamlet, Winter’s Journey - HAMLET'S WINTER” through Ticket Pia. LOCUS BRiDGE to host “Introduction to Local Government Finance ②” free of charge on October 20 at the Corporate-Public Partnership LABhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279314Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LOCUS BRiDGE will hold a free online seminar introducing local government finance on October 20, 2026, as part of the “Corporate-Public Partnership LAB.” XR animation “First Virtual Suit” (director: Kazuki Yuhara) nominated for the XR International Competition at the 2026 Kaohsiung Film Festival!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279313https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279313Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESXR animation “First Virtual Suit,” produced by 株式会社CinemaLeap, has been nominated for the XR International Competition at the Kaohsiung Film Festival, which will be held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, in October 2026. With technical support from ソニー株式会社, the work will be exhibited in a version supporting spatial audio. A comforting warm cup for the changing seasons. 2 new organic herbal teas from ゾネントア (SONNENTOR)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279312https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279312Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社おもちゃ箱は、オーストリアのオーガニックハーブブランド「ゾネントア」の新商品として、「木枯らしのこほっとティー」と「わんぱく天使のこほっとティー」を2026年9月28日に発売した。 24 オーガニックデイズ「マヌカ＆プロポリス スプレー モリンガ」が新パッケージにリニューアル！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279311Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社おもちゃ箱 has refreshed the package design of “マヌカ＆プロポリス スプレー モリンガ” from “24 オーガニックデイズ” and began selling it in its new packaging on October 1, 2026. Event report: ラ・メゾン・デュ・ショコラ unveils its 2026 Christmas and 2027 Valentine’s collections at ESMOD Tokyo ahead of its 50th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279310Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESラ・メゾン・デュ・ショコラ held a presentation at ESMOD Tokyo for its 2026 Christmas and 2027 Valentine’s collections, and showcased the winning designs from a competition involving the school’s students. 靴の中にミニカーが入る!?スケッチャーズから遊び心あふれる新感覚スニーカー「Skechers Garage(スケッチャーズ ガレージ)」が新登場！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279309Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESスケッチャーズ will launch “Skechers Garage,” a new kind of children’s sneaker with a midsole compartment for storing a mini car, on October 9, 2026. [ホテルインディゴ犬山有楽苑] A winter wellness stay to warm the body and mindhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261009-12/index-en.html#n3279308Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESホテルインディゴ犬山有楽苑 will offer its “Winter Wellness Stay Plan” from December 2026 to March 2027, featuring dinners made with Aichi Toyoda-produced wild boar and fermented tomato miso, the natural hot spring “Hakutei no Yu,” a fitness center and more.