Price and taste are the key factors in choosing frozen foods | Survey on frozen foods
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According to a survey on frozen foods conducted by 株式会社ネオマーケティング, price and taste are the main factors driving purchases, while women in their 40s and 50s use them to save time and effort in cooking. Men in their 20s notably consume them soon after purchase and often buy them at convenience stores; social media and videos are also major sources of information.
Facts
800 frozen-food purchasers aged 20 and older nationwide
52.1% of respondents consume frozen foods within 1 week of purchase
Among men in their 20s in particular, 41.0% consume them on the day of purchase or within 2–3 days
Supermarkets are the most popular place to buy frozen foods, accounting for 78.6% overall
Bagged products are the most common type of frozen-food packaging, at 68.5%
The most common request for improvement is lower prices, at 51.3%
[How Children Spend Their Days Off] Departing 11/7: First Bicycle School—＜Limited to 15 participants＞Learn to ride a bicycle in 2 days!
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株式会社プラスワン教育 will hold its “First Bicycle School” in Shizuoka Prefecture from Nov. 7 to 8, 2026. The 1-night, 2-day camp is limited to 15 participants, and the tour costs 51,700 yen.
[First location in Kakegawa City, 19th store in Shizuoka Prefecture] A new way to unwind with private-room ganbanyoku, introduced in the prefecture for the first time! Packed with entertainment services including wellness karaoke, golf and saunas! FIT-EASY Kakegawa store set for grand opening on Dec. 1 (Tue.)
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フィットイージー株式会社 will hold the grand opening of FIT-EASY Kakegawa store on Dec. 1, 2026, its first location in Kakegawa City. It will be the company's 19th store in Shizuoka Prefecture and offer entertainment services such as private-room ganbanyoku and wellness karaoke. An opening campaign is underway.
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
19th store in Shizuoka Prefecture
Monthly membership fees permanently discounted by ¥550 (tax included)
[Third location in Nara Prefecture] Support for mind and body with FIT-VOICE, introduced in the prefecture for the first time! The ultimate wellness experience with golf, saunas, FIT-BEAUTY and more! FIT-EASY Nara Kashihara store set for grand opening on Nov. 13 (Fri.)
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フィットイージー株式会社 will hold the grand opening of “FIT-EASY Nara Kashihara store” in Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture, on Nov. 13, 2026. The facility will feature FIT-VOICE, introduced in the prefecture for the first time, as well as simulation golf and saunas. An opening campaign is underway.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Monthly membership fees permanently discounted by ¥550 (tax included)
[First location in Togo Town, 100th store in Aichi Prefecture] Saunas, golf, O2 rooms and other entertainment services enrich “your own third place.” FIT-EASY Togo store set for grand opening on Nov. 10 (Tue.)
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フィットイージー株式会社 will hold the grand opening of “FIT-EASY Togo store” in Togo Town, Aichi Prefecture, on Nov. 10, 2026. It is the first location in Togo Town and the company's 100th store in Aichi Prefecture, offering entertainment services including saunas, golf and EMS training. Opening offers include a waived membership fee and a permanent discount.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Monthly membership fees permanently discounted by ¥550 (tax included)
[First location in Neyagawa City, 7th store in Osaka Prefecture] New facilities include FIT-VOICE, introduced in the prefecture for the first time, FIT-BEAUTY and saunas—making it a place you'll want to visit even on days you don't exercise! FIT-EASY Neyagawa store set for grand opening on Nov. 10 (Tue.)
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フィットイージー株式会社 announced that it will hold the grand opening of “FIT-EASY Neyagawa store” on Nov. 10, 2026. The location is the company's 7th store in Osaka Prefecture and its first in Neyagawa City. It will feature new facilities such as FIT-VOICE and FIT-BEAUTY, and an opening campaign is underway.
Facts
“FIT-EASY Neyagawa store” will hold its grand opening on Nov. 10, 2026 (Tue.)
Monthly membership fees will be discounted by 550 yen (tax included) permanently
[First location in Toki City, 39th store in Gifu Prefecture] Featuring private-room ganbanyoku to refresh body and mind! The ultimate wellness experience with wellness karaoke, a medium-sized sauna and more! FIT-EASY Toki store set for grand opening on Nov. 17 (Tue.)
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フィットイージー株式会社 will hold the grand opening of “FIT-EASY Toki store” in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, on Nov. 17, 2026. The location features private-room ganbanyoku and wellness karaoke, among other amenities, and an opening campaign is underway.
Facts
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Monthly membership fees permanently discounted by ¥550 (tax included)
セルシス announces winners of a fan art contest for the popular game “WAKFU,” held jointly with major French publisher Ankama Éditions
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セルシス announced the winners on Oct. 9 of the fan art contest for online game “WAKFU,” held jointly with French publisher Ankama Éditions. The winning works will appear in Volume 4, scheduled for release in 2027, and prizes including cash awards and CLIP STUDIO PAINT will be presented.
Slip into these golf shoes without tying laces or using your hands. The dial-lacing, hands-free “GSS-301” golf shoes are new from PYKES PEAK
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The spikeless golf shoes “GSS-301,” combining a hands-free design with a dial-lacing system, went on sale on Sept. 30, 2026, from PYKES PEAK, an outdoor brand operated by Fun Standard株式会社.
Already reprinted! The manga adaptation of TsugiRano-nominated work “Forest of Soup” gets a reprint of Volume １!
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A reprint has been decided for Volume 1 of the manga adaptation of “Forest of Soup: The Story of Olivia, Who Talks to Animals, and Arthur, a Former Mercenary,” a nominee for the “Next-Generation Light Novel Awards 2023.” Copies are expected to reach bookstores starting around the end of October.
The London run of the stage production “Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World” opens Oct. 8 (Thu.)–Oct. 11 (Sun.)! Comments from Tatsuya Fujiwara and Misato Morita
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The stage production “Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World” begins its London run at the Barbican Centre on Oct. 8, with comments from Tatsuya Fujiwara and Misato Morita. Based on the work by Haruki Murakami, the production is also scheduled to be performed in Singapore, Paris and Seoul as part of its world tour.
An exhibition celebrating 日本ファルコム's 45th anniversary will be held, starting at グランエンタス in Akihabara and continuing at ジーストア locations in Sendai, Osaka, Nagoya and Kokura. Admission is free, and related merchandise sales and promotions will be held.
【Reflect】For workdays and special occasions. A feature on mix-and-match outfits made possible with 1 extra item to be published on the website from Oct. 9 (Fri.)
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Reflect, the women’s brand operated by 株式会社フィールズインターナショナル, part of ワールドグループ, will publish a feature on versatile styles for work and ceremonies on its official website from Oct. 9.
Original【フジテレビ】『「LYKN DUSK & DAWN WORLD TOUR 2026 IN OSAKA」ライブ＆舞台裏＆インタビュー』 フジテレビTWO ドラマ・アニメ
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A special program featuring footage of Thai boy band LYKN’s Osaka concert, along with backstage scenes and interviews, will air on フジテレビTWO at 21:00 on Nov. 14.
A commemorative pamphlet packed with 45 years of 『コサキンDEワァオ！』 history will be released. It will also feature a special parent-child conversation between Kosakin and Ko-Kosakin!
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TBSラジオ announced the release of an official pamphlet and an anniversary event to mark the 45th anniversary of the radio program 『コサキンDEワァオ！』, which aired from 1981 to 2009.
Fire safety public relations campaign launched in cooperation with the Fire and Disaster Management Agency and JFFW through the picture book 「しょうぼう車になりたいドラゴン」
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株式会社東京ニュース通信社 is conducting a fire safety public relations campaign through the picture book 「しょうぼう車になりたいドラゴン」, with the cooperation of 総務省消防庁 and JFFW.
Facts
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
1,980 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社東京ニュース通信社、総務省消防庁、JFFW、Japan Fire Fighting Women’s Club、講談社
『NISSANあ、安部礼司-BEYOND THE AVERAGE-』安部礼司×日産自動車 collaboration radio commercial series 『あべさんにっさん』 to air its 13th installment!
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The 13th installment of the collaboration radio commercial series 『あべさんにっさん』 with 日産自動車, titled 「安部と大場 篇」, will air during 『NISSAN あ、安部礼司～BEYOND THE AVERAGE～』 on Oct. 11. It features the new 日産『エルグランド』, with a script by 北阪昌人.
It’s a baby!!【ネコ二スズ 舘野】ヴィレヴァン-exclusive merchandise set for release!!
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ヴィレッジヴァンガード will take orders online from Oct. 9, 2026, for exclusive collaboration merchandise featuring baby illustrations by ネコニスズ舘野. A campaign will also offer autographed POP displays as gifts depending on the purchase amount.
DMM GAMES, operated by 合同会社EXNOA, is running the 「溟宵輝祭」 campaign for the mobile game 『邪神戦記ルルイエ少女隊 ～クトゥルフ神話TD～』. ★3 溟宵ヴァイス in a special outfit will appear for a limited time and can be obtained through featured summons or event rewards.
All 25 episodes of Season 1 of the TV anime 『アルスラーン戦記』 are available to stream free for a limited time on YouTube’s 「フル☆アニメTV」 to mark the release of the new 25th volume.
THE SPELLBOUND × BOOM BOOM SATELLITES to mark the 10th anniversary of Michiyuki Kawashima’s death with a live show airing and streaming on WOWOW in December
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A live show by THE SPELLBOUND and BOOM BOOM SATELLITES commemorating 10 years since the death of Michiyuki Kawashima will air and stream on WOWOW and Lemino in December 2026.
TV anime “As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 3”: Synopsis and preview images released for episode 27 (episode 3 of Season 3), airing Sunday, Oct. 11, at 11:30 p.m.!
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株式会社ブシロードムーブ and Bandai Namco Filmworks have released the synopsis and preview images for episode 27 (episode 3 of Season 3) of the TV anime “As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 3.” The broadcast will begin at 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 11, and a campaign inviting viewers to post their reactions and a clean opening video have also been released.
A POP UP SHOP for the grand fantasy radio drama “The Founder of Diabolism” is coming to 有楽町マルイ!
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KADOKAWA Corporation announced that a POP UP SHOP for the grand fantasy radio drama “The Founder of Diabolism” will open at 有楽町マルイ on Oct. 30, 2026. Original merchandise and purchase bonuses will be available.
A barrier-free event with a history spanning more than 40 years in Nagoya is back this year in the heart of Sakae!
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A barrier-free event with a history spanning more than 40 years is being held in Nagoya’s Sakae district, featuring performances on a special stage at テレビトーヒロバ, sales by welfare facilities, first-time vendor いろふるあそび, and a booth commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Guide Dog Serve statue.
Conditional sale by public competitive bidding of land in the Rinku Town area of 大阪府泉佐野市 (approx. 2ha; regular-shaped lot)
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大阪府泉佐野市 is inviting bids for the conditional sale of municipal land in the Rinku Town area (approx. 2ha) through a public competitive bidding process. The minimum price is 2.42 billion yen, and applications will be accepted from Sept. 28 to Dec. 24, 令和8年.
Discover Amakusa’s charms beyond the guidebooks, shared in Nagoya!
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Amakusa City will take part in the relocation consultation fair “Discover a Great Place to Live! Rural Living Fair 2026,” organized by 中日新聞社, and share in Nagoya the city’s charms that cannot be found in guidebooks.
[On sale in November] Cute dogs by Facaierr, an art student from China, arrive as capsule toys and blind boxes
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Dog-themed figures by facaierr (ファサイア), an art student from China, will be released by ブルーマウンテン株式会社 in late November 2026 as capsule toys and blind boxes.
株式会社エム launches full-scale service of “MVision body,” which uses AI to analyze existing CT images and visualize fat mass, muscle mass, and muscle quality
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株式会社エム has launched full-scale operations of “MVision body,” a health management service that uses AI to analyze existing CT images and visualize fat mass and muscle mass.
< Primarily for the private education sector > High school entrance exam prep / New releases! “BUILDER Entrance Exam Edition Lite,” a comprehensive study guide that starts with the basics and gets students ready in time for exams, and “Basic Master Perfect,” which builds a solid foundation and helps students approach exam day with confidence!
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株式会社学書 will preview “BUILDER Entrance Exam Edition Lite” and “Basic Master Perfect,” high school entrance exam preparation materials slated for release in spring 2027. Both are designed to develop basic skills and provide comprehensive exam preparation, and will be sold to private education institutions throughout Japan.
“NANGA” × “SUBU”: The 6th consecutive collaboration between NANGA, an outdoor brand based in Shiga Prefecture, and winter sandal brand SUBU, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary, is now on sale. This close-knit partnership brings a new look to winter footwear.
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The 6th consecutive collaboration between NANGA, an outdoor brand based in Shiga Prefecture, and SUBU, a winter sandal brand celebrating its 10th anniversary, goes on sale Oct. 9, 2026. The lineup includes 3 types of winter sandals, including the new “MOUNTAIN PIXELATE WINTER SANDAL.”
10 years after “Resident Evil,” Milla returns as a goddess of battle! “Milla Jovovich in Protector” hits theaters 12.11 (Fri.)! [Trailer and poster unveiled] Movie Protector
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“Milla Jovovich in Protector” will open in Japan on Dec. 11, with its trailer and poster now unveiled. The film stars Milla Jovovich and features her in a new role for the first time in 10 years since “Resident Evil.”
Staffbase named a Leader for the 4th consecutive year in the “2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Intranet Packaged Solutions”
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Staffbase has been named a Leader for the 4th consecutive year in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Intranet Packaged Solutions. Its AI-powered employee experience software was recognized for its frontline-focused approach and support for adoption and engagement.
Facts
This marks the 4th consecutive year it has been named a Leader
Joint relocation fair for the 3 Hokuriku prefectures, “Toyama, Ishikawa and Fukui Relocation Fair 2026-27—Hokuriku Is Amazing! Discover Its Hidden Treasures!” to be held in Osaka on Saturday, Oct. 31
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公益社団法人ふるさと回帰・移住交流推進機構 will co-host the “Toyama, Ishikawa and Fukui Relocation Fair 2026-27” with the 3 prefectures of 富山県, 石川県, and 福井県 in Osaka on Oct. 31, 2026.
Trace the changing seasons through fragrance. Nagano fragrance brand yaso releases “Autumn Fragrance Aroma Room Mist,” a new addition to its limited-edition “SIKI” collection inspired by the forests of Japan
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Nagano-based fragrance brand yaso (株式会社ヤソ) released “Autumn Fragrance Aroma Room Mist” in September 2026 as a new addition to “SIKI,” its limited-edition collection themed around the scents of Japanese forests.
[My Future] Pop-up event “For the Earth, For Me,” connecting the climate crisis with everyday life, to be held on Oct. 18 (Sun.)
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The third “For the Earth, For Me” pop-up event, connecting the climate crisis with everyday life, will be held at BONUS TRACK in Shimokitazawa on Oct. 18, organized by the “My Future” project. The project, which aims for 100% renewable energy and a fair society, will feature a market, restaurants, talks, workshops and more.
株式会社イマージョン will rename its human resources magazine Jinji Management, first published in 1991, Humanistic Company (ヒューマニスティック・カンパニー) starting with the January 2027 issue. To mark the change, it will hold an inaugural forum series comprising 3 sessions from Oct. 22.
Opening Oct. 9 (Fri.)–Oct. 15 (Thu.)! “The Art Exhibition Where Japan’s Finest Beauty and Spirit Create the Future—BEAUTY&SPIRIT OF JAPAN—Legacy” (General Incorporated Association) Yumeshima New Industry and Urban Development Organization
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The art exhibition “BEAUTY&SPIRIT OF JAPAN—Legacy,” organized by (一社)夢洲新産業・都市創造機構, will be held at Sennyuji Temple from Oct. 9 to 15, 2026. Hankyu Railway and Toyota Mobility Shin-Osaka are among the companies sponsoring the organization’s 4th Japan International Art Festival.
[New release] “toroa,” inducted into the Best Mail-Order Products Awards Hall of Fame, launches 2 “Blissful Cookies & toroa Tea” gift boxes for milk tea lovers on Saturday, Oct. 10
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株式会社フードクリエイティブファクトリー will begin selling 2 gift boxes featuring cookies from the toroa brand paired with tea, developed to complement milk tea, starting Oct. 10.
Facts
From Oct. 10, 2026 (Saturday)
Price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
Price: 2,600 yen (tax included)
A small-town factory that had been in business for 40 years
[For HR and training professionals] Practical active listening to draw out employees’ honest views and build trust and productivity! TAC’s qualification school to hold “Management Transformation Communication Training” on Oct. 21
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TAC株式会社 will hold “Management Transformation Communication Training” for managers on Oct. 21, 2026, through its corporate human resources training division.
“Picture Book Classics Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” to be held for the first time at 高松三越 from Wednesday, Oct. 7!
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株式会社Cake.jp will open its first pop-up store for the “Picture Book Classics Cookie Tin Selection” at 高松三越 starting Oct. 7.
Facts
Wednesday, October 7
Oct. 13 (Tue.)
More than 50 venues nationwide
2 million members
More than 1,700 participating stores
8,000 types in the lineup
Companies mentioned：株式会社Cake.jp、Cake.jp、高松三越、TV TOKYO、TAKAHARU SHIMIZU、Oizumishoten、ポプラ社、Hakusensha、BANDAI、Penguin Random House LLC.、Hachette Livre、KADOKAWA
Survey of 200 homeowners with detached houses: 64.5% say they “don’t know the going rate or total cost of demolition” | Concerns about demolishing one’s home or family home
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An article summarizing the results of a demolition survey conducted by 株式会社雄志総業 among 200 homeowners aged 40 and older who live in detached houses. It outlines what prompted respondents to consider demolition, why they hesitate, and what support they would like.
“Korean Wave Pia” 20th-anniversary special mook, “The Ultimate Guide to Korean Dramas to Watch Now: 2003–2027”; Jung Yong-hwa (CNBLUE) featured on the cover and in the opening pages
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“The Ultimate Guide to Korean Dramas to Watch Now: 2003–2027,” a 20th-anniversary special mook from Korean Wave Pia, will be released on Oct. 29, 2026. Jung Yong-hwa of CNBLUE will appear on the cover and in the opening pages, and a PENGSOO collaboration clear file will be included. Interviews with Im Si-wan and Seo Kang-jun will also appear.
リアルワールド株式会社, in collaboration with 三菱地所 and TMIP, will conduct a demonstration on Oct. 15 and 16, 2026, on Otemachi Nakadori, in which physical AI robots hand out drinks and collect empty containers.
Officially licensed by 川崎フロンターレ! Second stadium activation held, bringing cumulative registrations to more than 710
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フェノエーアイ・ジャパン株式会社 announced that it had held its second stadium exhibition in partnership with 川崎フロンターレ, and that cumulative registrations had exceeded 710.
Facts
A total of 480 people newly registered as “Future Health Supporters”
The cumulative number of participant registrations reached 718
October 4 is “Securities Investment Day”: KDX ST Partners releases survey data on approximately 7,000 investors
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KDX ST Partners released survey data on approximately 7,000 members of its real estate ST app to mark Securities Investment Day. The survey revealed that experienced investors are choosing real estate ST as a new option for portfolio diversification.
Facts
7,002 individual full members
Of these, 2,391 hold real estate ST
Assets under management) are 5.6 trillion yen
Expected to grow to a scale of 2.5 trillion yen
Companies mentioned：KDX ST パートナーズ株式会社、日本証券業協会、ケネディクスグループ
Order easily online! Embroidered accessories starting from 1 item. 3 types of caps and bandanas now available at オリジナルプリント.jp
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株式会社イメージ・マジック will begin offering 2 FLEXFIT-brand caps and 1 D-FACTORY-brand bandana through its on-demand printing service オリジナルプリント.jp from October 8, 2026.
[Little World] Amazing illusions and lively mariachi! Enjoy autumn festivals from around the world. “Halloween WEEK” & “Day of the Dead DAYS” <Aichi>
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野外民族博物館リトルワールド (Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture) will hold “Halloween WEEK” and “Day of the Dead DAYS” from October 17 to November 3, 2026. During the Halloween event, visitors can wear costumes, enjoy illusion shows and sample limited-edition food. The Day of the Dead program will feature mariachi performances and piñata-breaking experiences.
Facts
October 17, 2026 (Sat.)–November 3 (Tue., holiday)
[Report] CRE Forum “A Realistic Look at Vietnam Today: Insights for Corporate Growth from Logistics, Finance and Business Strategy” — Lecture Report Now Available
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株式会社シーアールイー has published a report on the CRE Forum held on September 4, 2026. It presents speakers’ candid insights and the latest developments in Vietnam’s logistics, finance and business strategy sectors.
Facts
Sept. 4, 2026
39 properties
Approximately 1.51 million m² of total floor area
8 properties
Approximately 270,000 m² of total floor area
Approximately 1,700 properties
Approximately 6.98 million m²
Capital: 5,391 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社シーアールイー、Viet Nam Prosperity J.S. Commercial Bank、VPBank、三井住友銀行、住友銀行、SMBC Bank EU、NIPPON EXPRESS（VIETNAM）CO., LTD.、日本通運、Yamada Consulting & Spire Vietnam Co., Ltd、山田コンサルティング
Original梅田スカイビルクリスマス2026 特設サイト公開！『THE STARLIGHT TOWN ～黒猫ノエルと星が紡ぐ物語～』の物語が始まる
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梅田スカイビル has launched the special website for its 2026 Christmas event, “THE STARLIGHT TOWN ～The Story Woven by Black Cat Noel and the Stars～.” The event will run from November 13 to December 25 and is set to feature an approximately 25m-tall LED-mapped tree, a Christmas market and limited-edition merchandise.
佐賀市 began operating “Anna-chan,” a reception guide robot, at the city hall main building on October 5. The robot supports 8 languages and autonomously guides visitors to their destination counters.
Notice Regarding an Investor Briefing for Individual Investors
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株式会社グローバル・リンク・マネジメント will participate in the Kabu Berry IR Seminar (Nagoya) on November 15 and the 神戸投資勉強会 (Shibuya) on November 21 for individual investors. It will explain its efforts and progress toward achieving ordinary profit of 10 billion yen for the fiscal year ending December 2027, based on its medium-term management plan “GLM100.”
Facts
Securities code: 3486
November 15 (Sun.)
Date and time: November 15, 2026 (Sun.), 12:30–18:20
Our presentation is scheduled for 15:30–16:50
Nov. 21 (Sat.)
Date and time: November 21, 2026 (Sat.), 13:00–17:15
Our presentation is scheduled for 13:35–14:10
Ordinary profit of 10 billion yen for the fiscal year ending December 2027
株式会社グローバル・リンク・マネジメント will hold an online briefing on its third-quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending December 2026 on November 13, 2026.
[Yamazaki Jitsugyo: New Product Announcement] New products are now available, including a 3-tier laundry wagon that lets you sort, gather and easily transport laundry, and a hook that stores a baby bath off the floor to save space.
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山崎実業株式会社 has announced the release of new products, including a 3-tier laundry wagon and a storage hook for baby baths.
“Casa de Amigos Naha Kokusai-dori Store” grand opening on Friday, October 9!
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株式会社TOAI will grand-open the authentic Mexican restaurant “Casa de Amigos Naha Kokusai-dori Store” on the 1st floor of ジャンカラ Naha Kokusai-dori Store in Naha, Okinawa, on October 9, 2026.
“White Cat Project NEW WORLD'S” launches the “Strongest Campaign”! The “Yujiro Hanma Project” and “Saori Yoshida Project” return in succession!
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株式会社コロプラ announced that it will relaunch the “Yujiro Hanma Project” for the smartphone RPG “Shironeko Project NEW WORLD'S” on Oct. 9, 2026, and will also hold the “Saori Yoshida Project” in sequence.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
Price: 10,000 yen (tax included)
Price: 800 yen, including tax
About ¥40,000 worth
QUO Card (worth 500 yen)
Cumulative circulation surpasses 85 million copies
【新潟建築・インテリア・ものづくり大学校】Experience the latest ICT construction on site: surveying and civil engineering students take part in a company-collaboration site visit and practical training
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The IoT Surveying and Civil Engineering Department of NSGグループ's 新潟建築・インテリア・ものづくり大学校 held a site visit and practical training on ICT construction, as well as industry-academia collaboration lectures on topics including the use of 3D printers, with the cooperation of 株式会社新潟藤田組 and Ono Enterprise.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 2, Reiwa 8
Classroom session in the first half (60 minutes)
Participants experienced and observed the following 6 items in rotation
“Epic Seven” global esports festival “E7WC 2026” group stage opens
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Smilegate announced that the group stage of “E7WC 2026,” the global esports tournament for the mobile RPG “Epic Seven,” will begin on Oct. 10. The total prize pool is $100,000, and the finals will be held in November.
Facts
28 players
E7WC enters its 6th edition this year
Total prize pool of $100,000
Prize of $50,000
All matches livestreamed in 4 languages
Original選手は4人1組に分かれ
Companies mentioned：Smilegate, Inc.、Megaport Branch、SUPER CREATIVE、Google Play、App Store
“swiss meat” to exhibit at Yakiniku Business Fair 2026 Osaka
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Swiss meat export brand “swiss meat” will exhibit at “Yakiniku Business Fair 2026,” to be held at INTEX Osaka on Oct. 14–15, 2026, promoting its products through cooking demonstrations by Chef Jun Iijima.
FAV LUX 長崎 × uka. A hotel and sustainability coexist to provide a rich lodging experience that breaks away from conventional ideas about accommodation
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Total beauty company uka has permanently installed hair- and body-care products from its Iz series in 17 suite and bunk rooms at FAV LUX 長崎. To mark the occasion, lodging benefits will also be presented to the first 1,200 guests, while supplies last.
“Connecting with the world while in Japan”—a multicultural coexistence platform from WelcomeTokyo / WelcomeJapan that breaks down barriers for Japanese people unable to travel overseas due to the weak yen and foreign residents
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Against a social backdrop of Japanese people finding it difficult to travel abroad due to the weak yen and rising prices, alongside an increase in foreign residents, “WelcomeTokyo” and “WelcomeJapan” operate as a platform promoting multicultural coexistence and mutual understanding, holding more than 2,000 international exchange events a year in Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.
Facts
Number of foreign residents surpasses a record 3.5 million
Regularly holding more than 2,000 international exchange events a year (40–70 a week)
Monthly attendance ranges from 3,000 to more than 5,000 during busy periods
A gathering place for people of more than 100 nationalities and diverse backgrounds
Collaboration model engraved with the signatures of AKB48 22nd-generation trainees Yuna Onishi, Momoka Hasegawa, Izumi Maeda and Rino Yamauchi goes on sale. New model added to GARRACK's FreeClip 2S ear-cuff-style earphones; reservations open Oct. 9.
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株式会社ウエニ貿易 is adding a model engraved with the signatures of 4 AKB48 22nd-generation trainees to its GARRACK brand FreeClip 2S ear-cuff-style earphones, with reservations opening on Oct. 9.
【Industry-academia collaboration project】Reviving a vacant 34-year-old property with students’ ideas! 株式会社不二興産 × 名古屋造形大学 announces top prize in renovation contest
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株式会社不二興産 and 名古屋造形大学 collaborated on a renovation project to revive a vacant property in a 34-year-old building. The top prize went to “A lifestyle centered around sleep,” which was selected for implementation as the actual construction plan.
Free Distribution of a “Travel Guide” to 13 Regions in Conjunction With Mrs. GREEN APPLE Ringo Jam Tour “SHADOWS”
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To mark the 10th anniversary arena tour “SHADOWS” by Mrs. GREEN APPLE fan club “Ringo Jam,” ぴあ株式会社 will serve as planning and operations partner and distribute the regional collaboration project “Travel Guide” free of charge in 13 cities.
Facts
2026, marking the 10th anniversary
From Sept. 30
28 performances in 13 cities
Companies mentioned：Mrs. GREEN APPLE、Ringo Jam、ぴあ株式会社
A stunning play of gimmicks. “FLEUSS 40 AUTOMATIC 2026 EDITION,” the latest collaboration between “SPINNAKER” and “seconde/seconde/,” conceals 50 phantoms.
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株式会社ウエニ貿易 will release the latest collaboration, “FLEUSS 40 AUTOMATIC SECONDE/SECONDE/ 2026 EDITION,” with “seconde/seconde/,” created by French artist Romaric André. The lineup includes 2 models, “CRAZY” and “QUIET,” based on the concept of 50 phantoms. Reservations open on Oct. 9, and general sales begin on Oct. 28.
Announcement: “Okurayama Winter Fireworks 2026 supported by 武ダGEAD” to be held at Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, with tickets on sale
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“Okurayama Winter Fireworks 2026 supported by 武ダGEAD” will be held at Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium on Dec. 5, 2026, and ticket sales will begin. Highlights include the first-ever night bubble show, free admission to the museum and VIP seating.
How can AI be put to practical use in construction? Arent president to explain BIM and automation examples at a talk ＜12/10・free admission＞
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株式会社イプロス will host a special lecture by 鴨林広軌, president and CEO of 株式会社Arent, at “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026,” taking place at Tokyo International Forum from Dec. 9 to 10, 2026. The lecture will explain DX strategies for the construction industry using BIM and automation technologies, as well as examples of improving operational efficiency.
Bloomberg News reporters ask about IR practices at Tokyo Electron and Orion Breweries. Free online seminar to be held on Oct. 19 | Next-generation stock research “ENVALITH”
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株式会社エンヴァリス will hold a free online seminar for listed companies on Oct. 19, 2026, featuring IR executives from Tokyo Electron and Orion Breweries, as well as a Bloomberg News reporter.
The item’s location appears on the floor map. Indoor positioning solution “Dokone” integrated into RFID management app “MANICA MOBILE NEXT”
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株式会社ハヤト・インフォメーション will begin offering a “Location Tracking Option,” integrating indoor positioning solution “Dokone” into its RFID management app “MANICA MOBILE NEXT,” in late October 2026.
Facts
Announced in September 2025
Offering begins in late October 2026
Announcement of “MANICA MOBILE NEXT” in July 2026
Integration of the “Manica Brand Protection” authentication service in August
Integration of the “MANICA VISION” AI image recognition and OCR features in September
When the beacon’s battery level falls to 20% or below
After confirming that the receiver has continued detecting it for at least 10 minutes
Usually within 1 hour of returning it to the shelf
Notifications for the same item are consolidated to 1 per 24 hours
12,000 yen per month (excluding tax)
Base fee: 3,000 yen per month, excluding tax
Bridge set...: 10,000 yen
Beacon...: 3,500 yen
Established: 1983
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハヤト・インフォメーション、Raspberry Pi
ネクストリード株式会社 will launch “M365 Unauthorized Access Endoscope,” a free assessment service that visualizes signs of unauthorized access for Microsoft 365 users, on Oct. 13, 2026. The company reports that credential leaks were confirmed in 74.5% of the 110 organizations it has assessed to date.
鈴木綺麗’s culture photo book “GYARU ISM SHIBUYA TOKYO,” featuring new photographs of Shibuya, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 9
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鈴木綺麗, who is represented by 株式会社Lovers, will release the culture photo book “GYARU ISM SHIBUYA TOKYO,” themed around Shibuya, through 角川春樹事務所 on Oct. 9, 2026. With approximately 1.15 million followers in total, she photographed the book with creators of her generation and will hold a signing and book handover event at HMV&BOOKS SHIBUYA on Oct. 11.
“NAGANO LOCAL SPECIALTY” launches to showcase the appeal of Nagano’s makers and ingredients! First collaboration is with チルクス惣菜店
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“EMMA’s FOOD&GROCERY,” operated by 株式会社ヤソ, has collaborated with チルクス惣菜店 to release 3 pasta sauces made with Nagano ingredients. They will be available first at the store from Sept. 19, with online sales beginning Oct. 15, 2026.
Facts
3 pasta sauces
In-store presale starting Sept. 19
Online sales will also begin on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
Fresh tomato sauce, 100g, 770 yen
Perilla and celery peperoncino, 110g, 950 yen
Basil and walnut spiced genovese sauce, 110g, 840 yen
Media advisory: Shizuoka Prefecture Governor 鈴木康友 visits care facilities where Filipino care workers are employed — Observes the work of foreign care professionals during the Mobile Governor’s Office visit (Oct. 14)
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On Oct. 14, 2026, the Shizuoka governor will visit facilities operated by 株式会社権兵衛 and 一般社団法人エッセンスオブケア, and discuss pre-departure training programs for Filipino care workers and the contributions of foreign care professionals.
Facts
7 prefectural officials
Reiwa 8 (2026), Oct. 14
9:05 〜 9:30
Target: 2.5 million yen
Raised 2,747,000 yen in support
Established in 2025
National certified care worker exam preparation over 5 years
JAL Digital to exhibit “Floor Map System,” which visualizes contact center call-handling status in real time, at “Xperience Tokyo 2026”
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JALデジタル株式会社 will exhibit at “Xperience Tokyo 2026” on Oct. 15, 2026, demonstrating its “Floor Map System” and proposing solutions tailored to operational challenges.
Los Angeles-based YoungLA and GOLD'S GYM collaboration launches in Japan for the first time; all 6 limited-edition products go on sale Oct. 13
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株式会社THINKフィットネス, operator of ゴールドジム, will release all 6 items from its collaboration with Los Angeles-based brand “YoungLA” in limited quantities starting Oct. 13, 2026.
PROVIDENCE to exhibit at the “3rd TOKYO TECH MEETUP × CAREER EVENT”
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“PROVIDENCE,” operated by 株式会社スペースデータ, will exhibit at the “3rd TOKYO TECH MEETUP × CAREER EVENT” on Oct. 15, 2026, facilitating technical exchange and recruitment related to digital twins and Physical AI.
株式会社オウルテック announced that all 9 series of its lifestyle brand “Soft” are now available. Its lineup, featuring cables, AC chargers, mobile batteries and wireless chargers, emphasizes design and ease of use and is available in stores and online.
Notice: “Palestine and Cats Photo Exhibition Volume 3” to be held from 10/28 at キャッツミャウブックス in Tokyo (Photographs by 高橋美香, 安田菜津紀 and 佐藤慧)
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“Palestine and Cats Volume 3,” a photo exhibition by 3 photojournalists from 認定NPO法人Dialogue for People, will be held at キャッツミャウブックス in Setagaya, Tokyo, from Oct. 28, 2026. Admission is free.
Facts
October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
1,000 yen or more, including tax
Approximately 65 centimeters
Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人Dialogue for People、キャッツミャウブックス、かもがわ出版、ヘウレーカ、産業編集センター、ポプラ社、東洋館出版社、TBSテレビ
104th 外務省 Overseas Mission Staff Examination: 9 students from 神田外語大学 pass
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9 students from 神田外語大学 passed the 104th 外務省 Overseas Mission Staff Examination and will be assigned to embassies and consulates general in various countries.
【横浜DeNAベイスターズ Official Licensed Item】HEATH×SKOOKUM Custom Corduroy Jacket to Go on Sale October 15
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HEATH株式会社 will launch a custom corduroy jacket, an officially licensed 横浜DeNAベイスターズ item, on October 15, 2026, in collaboration with award jacket brand SKOOKUM.
PRO CLINIC Holds “Autumn Potenza Seminar,” Welcoming Nurses from Outside the Clinic
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PRO CLINIC held the “Autumn Potenza Seminar” on October 6, 2026, for nurses from outside the clinic. The seminar was supervised and taught by physician Masato Shimabukuro and dedicated nurse “Norinee,” and covered topics including observing skin condition, setting output levels and patient service.
Facts
Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
Track record of more than 500 cases annually
More than 1,500 Potenza cases
Implementation support at more than 40 clinics nationwide
【Globalway】Company Established to Build Business Systems Autonomously with AI
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株式会社グローバルウェイ has established a joint venture, “QwikBuild株式会社（仮称）,” with India’s Snow Mountain AI Private Limited and obtained an exclusive license for the Japanese market for QwikBuild, a development platform created by the company that uses AI agents to autonomously build business systems. The investment is USD 500,000, with グローバルウェイ holding a 70% stake and Snow Mountain holding 30%.
Facts
We will invest USD 500,000 in Snow Mountain.
With investment stakes of 70% by our company and 30% by Snow Mountain
Original7つの専門 AI エージェントが協調し
Equipped with connectors for integration with more than 60 external services
Comprising approximately 20 AI engineers
The transition to the Japan region is planned for 2027.
Achieves 10 times the development speed at 1/10 the cost.
Builds a multi-location medical care platform in 3 hours
Launches in 15 days.
Original1日50件を超える輸出業務を処理。
Credit risk reports that previously took 3–5 hours a week to prepare
are generated automatically in 15 minutes or less.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グローバルウェイ、Snow Mountain AI Private Limited、QwikBuild株式会社（仮称）、Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、Amazon Web Services（AWS）、SAP、Salesforce、ServiceNow、Oracle、Snowflake、Microsoft、Slack、HubSpot、MuleSoft、インド工科大学（IIT）
ドコモSMTBネット銀行 Announces “Bonus Campaign for Yen Time Deposits: Get More Benefits Based on Your Sumapro Rank”
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株式会社ドコモSMTBネット銀行 will launch the “Bonus Campaign for Yen Time Deposits: Get More Benefits Based on Your Sumapro Rank” on October 9, 2026. Customers who enter during the campaign period and deposit a total of at least ¥1 million into a 3-month yen time deposit within the same month will receive a cash benefit of up to ¥27,000, depending on their Sumapro rank.
Turning Past Process Data into Technical Assets: Kencopa Process AI Agent Launches Feature to Import Schedules from Excel, CAD and Other Software
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株式会社KENCOPA has released a new feature for its construction-focused AI agent, “Kencopa Process AI Agent,” that imports schedules from Excel, CAD and other software.
Launched in Fukuoka: “NEOACADEMIA,” a School for Regional Revitalization! 24 Local Companies Unite to Develop the Next Generation of Leaders
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株式会社NEO held a kickoff event for the second cohort of “NEOACADEMIA,” a hands-on program to develop young leaders aged 30 and under, in collaboration with 24 companies supporting Fukuoka’s industries.
Facts
Young people aged 30 and under selected from the region
84 selected leaders
Approximately 10-month accelerator program
20 lectures in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEO、株式会社タカギ、株式会社明治産業、株式会社やずや、九州旅客鉄道株式会社、KBCグループホールディングス株式会社、株式会社西日本シティ銀行、株式会社QTnet、株式会社ふくおかフィナンシャルグループ、西日本鉄道株式会社、株式会社博運社、さくらフォレスト株式会社、イオン九州株式会社、タカトリグループホールディングス株式会社、増田石油株式会社、株式会社ten、株式会社やまやコミュニケーションズ、株式会社学思館、株式会社ゼンリン、株式会社えんホールディングス、ヒューベストホールディング株式会社、株式会社大賀薬局、新日本製薬 株式会社、FUTAEDA株式会社、株式会社ORENDA WORLD