AI News 180m Report

2026-10-09 18:00–21:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 200 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 66 items from 3 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)(200)

[GUCCI] Private dinner held ahead of the Japanese release of the film “Invisible Beauty: The Runway Revolution” on Friday, October 9

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ahead of the Japanese release of the film “Invisible Beauty: The Runway Revolution,” Gucci held a private dinner attended by director Bethann Hardison and other notable guests.

Facts

  • Friday, October 9
  • 1921

Companies mentioned:GUCCI、ケリング、アップリンク

From “trying” AI agents to “using them at work”: アップデイティット releases a white paper outlining 9 practical examples

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

アップデイティット株式会社 has released a white paper, “Put AI Agents to Work! A Guide to Using AI Agents in Business,” bringing together approaches and concrete examples for applying AI agents to actual work.

Facts

  • 9 practical examples
  • Over 20 years
  • Capital: 40 million yen

Companies mentioned:アップデイティット株式会社、update it, Inc.

From “waiting for job offers” to “companies seeking skilled workers”: コレカ launches early access to construction industry career service “職人キャリア” for 一都三県

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

コレカ株式会社 has launched an early release of its construction industry-focused career service, “職人キャリア,” for 一都三県. The service connects skilled workers with construction companies and enables companies to approach workers directly.

Facts

  • In 2026, the number of companies using CORECA surpassed 500 about 1 year after its launch.

Companies mentioned:コレカ株式会社、CORECA、職人キャリア、コレボ

[Takarazuka City] Applications open for a citizens’ study session on the adult guardianship system!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Applications have opened in Takarazuka City for a citizens’ study session on the new adult guardianship system for fiscal 10 of the Reiwa era. The speaker will be Aoi Matamura of the National Association of Parents’ Associations for People with Intellectual Disabilities.

Facts

  • Capacity: 150 people
  • Participation fee: Free

Companies mentioned:社会福祉法人 聖隷福祉事業団、一般社団法人 全国手をつなぐ育成会連合会、宝塚市高齢者・障碍者権利擁護支援センター

Yoichi Ochiai-produced “null²ⁿ” grand opens at Yokohama Landmark Tower on October 14!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社サステナブルパビリオン2025は、落合陽一プロデュースの常設シアター「null²ⁿ」を2026年10月14日に横浜ランドマークタワーに開業すると発表した。大阪・関西万博のシグネチャーパビリオン「null²」のレガシーを継承し、三菱地所、マクニカ、JTB、NECなどのパートナー企業と連携して推進する。

Facts

  • Wednesday, October 14
  • Approximately 530,000 people in total
  • Within 23 hours of launch
  • Surpassed ¥100 million
  • Approximately 170 items on display
  • The price is ¥16,500 (tax included).
  • ¥3,900 on weekdays
  • ¥4,500 on weekends and public holidays
  • Weekdays: ¥3,000
  • ¥4,000 on weekends and public holidays
  • Adults: ¥11,900 on weekdays
  • ¥12,500 on weekends and public holidays
  • An app experienced by 170,000 people

Companies mentioned:株式会社サステナブルパビリオン2025、一般社団法人計算機と自然、三菱地所株式会社、株式会社マクニカ、株式会社JTB、日本電気株式会社、株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、Ground Y

Fuggler and XG announce their first collaboration

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The first collaborative items from Fuggler, represented by Creative Minds LLC as its licensing agent, and 7-member artist group XG will go on sale.

Facts

  • 25 million units sold worldwide to date
  • Boasts sales of 3 million units in Japan
  • 7-member artist group

Companies mentioned:Creative Minds 合同会社、Fuggler、Libertas Brands、XG

CoDaMa produces and supplies NFC cards featuring a special message from Jeff Hamilton, the world-renowned “Emperor of Leather Jackets”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社CoDaMa is producing and supplying “JEFF HAMILTON voice cards,” NFC cards featuring a special message from world-renowned fashion designer Jeff Hamilton, for the “Jeff Hamilton Exhibition” and related “Jeff Hamilton Night” event at Tokyo Tower.

Facts

  • Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
  • Limited to 80 people
  • Participation fee: ¥33,000 (tax included)
  • Total items on display: 14

Companies mentioned:株式会社CoDaMa、ライフスタイル研究所合同会社、虎ノ門ジェンヌ、クリスのバスケ日記

[Kobe Portopia Hotel] Three-day limited event! A taste of winter from Kasumi Fishing Port in Hyogo Prefecture, served as authentic French cuisine. Comptoir Ruban’s “La Table du Chef,” 5th edition: Enjoying Kasumi crab

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社神戸ポートピアホテル will hold “La Table du Chef, 5th edition: Enjoying Kasumi crab” at its French restaurant, コントワール リュバン, from November 13 to 15, 2026. The limited course menu will feature Kasumi crab from Kasumi Fishing Port in Hyogo Prefecture.

Facts

  • November 13 (Friday)–15 (Sunday), 2026
  • Originalお1人さま¥14,000
  • Originalお1人さま ¥11,500
  • A 6-course meal

Companies mentioned:株式会社神戸ポートピアホテル、カーリマン

“Autumn Headphone Festival 2026” to be held in Tokyo’s Yaesu on Saturday, Nov. 7. Headphones and earphones from more than 170 brands available for listening!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“Autumn Headphone Festival 2026,” hosted by 株式会社フジヤカメラ店’s e☆イヤホン division, will be held on Nov. 7 at Station Conference Tokyo in Yaesu, Tokyo. Visitors can try more than 170 products from over 170 brands, and admission is free.

Facts

  • More than 170 brands
  • 14th edition
  • More than 2,500 customers
  • More than 70 exhibition booths

Companies mentioned:株式会社フジヤカメラ店、フジヤエービック、LUXMAN社

《POCHI's Halloween 2026》Two sets with Halloween gift bags go on sale October 9

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Premium dog food maker 「POCHI」 will begin selling a retort-food set and a treat set with Halloween gift bags on October 9.

Facts

  • Special price: 2,200 yen
  • 25.5% off
  • Special price: 2,150 yen
  • 24.4% off
  • On sale starting October 9

Companies mentioned:マーケティングパートナー株式会社、POCHI、J&C

Apparel and merchandise featuring art created to celebrate the 30th anniversary of PaRappa the Rapper arrive at プレミアムバンダイ!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社バンダイ has begun accepting reservations on 「バンコレ!」 for apparel and merchandise featuring illustrations by character creator Rodney A. Greenblat, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the birth of 『PaRappa the Rapper』.

Facts

  • 30th anniversary
  • 12 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026
  • Celebrating its 30th anniversary on December 6, 2026
  • Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
  • Price: ¥2,420 (tax included)
  • Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 1,870 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 2,640 yen (tax included)
  • Price: ¥880 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社バンダイ、プレミアムバンダイ、バンコレ!、バンダイナムコグループ

Making the transition to organic farming not just a risk for farmers—the “Pre-Organic Support Program” wins support for concrete plans from 82.9% of respondents

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NPO法人ボーダレスファウンデーション held an idea-sharing session for its proposed “Pre-Organic Support Program,” which aims to help small-scale farmers in Thailand transition to organic farming. It announced that planning would proceed after 82.9% of respondents voted in favor of developing the proposal.

Facts

  • 82.9% of respondents
  • The pre-established benchmark of 80% or higher
  • NO, “I’d like to consider it a little more”: 14.3%
  • Did not vote: 2.8%

Companies mentioned:NPO法人ボーダレスファウンデーション

【Takarazuka City】Free screening of the film “What Could Have Been Done?”—now accepting applications!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A free screening of the documentary film “What Could Have Been Done?”, which portrays a family member with schizophrenia, will be held at Takarazuka City Central Community Center.

Facts

  • Capacity: 100 people
  • Over 20 years
  • December 3, Reiwa 8
  • 14:00~16:00

Companies mentioned:社会福祉法人 聖隷福祉事業団、宝塚市高齢者・障碍者権利擁護支援センター

Creator 「まみすけ。/ただの長野県民。」, with more than 400,000 TikTok followers, named October partner for new SBC Radio program 『ラジエンサー』!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TikTok creator 「まみすけ。/ただの長野県民。」, who belongs to studio15株式会社, has been named the October partner for SBC信越放送's new program 『ラジエンサー』. The program begins airing on Saturday, October 10, 2026, and will share the latest trends and attractions of Nagano Prefecture with Kie Unno.

Facts

  • The creator has more than 400,000 TikTok followers (as of October 2026).
  • Broadcast begins: Saturday, October 10, 2026
  • Every Saturday, 17:50–18:00
  • In April 2026, became the first TikTok creator selected as a “Nagano Prefecture Public Relations Partner” for Reiwa 8
  • Track record of supporting more than 500 companies across 6,000 projects (as of August 2026)
  • Network of 5,000 affiliated and partner creators (as of August 2026)
  • Cumulative membership: 14 million / as of March 2026
  • 株式会社セレス, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (securities code: 3696)
  • More than 10 members have earned the “Media Buying Professional” certification
  • Established: January 23, 2019

Companies mentioned:studio15株式会社、SBC信越放送、株式会社セレス、ByteDance、moppy、TikTok

A deep dive into the fortunes of the Japanese members of 24-member global girl group tripleS! Special program 『tripleSと3人の占い師たち』 to stream exclusively for free on ABEMA for 2 consecutive weeks starting at 9 p.m. on October 17, 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ABEMA announced that it will stream 『tripleSと3人の占い師たち』 exclusively for free for 2 consecutive weeks starting October 17, 2026, featuring 4 Japanese members of the 24-member Korean global girl group tripleS.

Facts

  • 24-member
  • Oct. 17, 2026
  • 2 consecutive weeks
  • 4 people
  • 3 fortune tellers

Companies mentioned:株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、tripleS

Free pachinko and pachislot app 『777Real』 to hold collaboration event with wrestling organization 『STARDOM』!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社サミーネットワークス, which operates the free pachinko and pachislot app 『777Real』, announced a collaboration event with wrestling organization 『STARDOM』. A video revealing the collaboration wrestlers will be released on October 9, and further details will be announced starting October 15.

Facts

  • Friday, October 9
  • 18:00
  • All 3 rounds
  • In 15 seconds
  • Thursday, Oct. 15
  • Founded in 2011
  • Marking its 15th anniversary
  • More than 40 members in total
  • Approximately 130 matches a year

Companies mentioned:株式会社サミーネットワークス、777Real、株式会社ブシロード、株式会社スターダム、STARDOM、World Wonder Ring STARDOM

【ルイ·ヴィトン】The Korinbo Daiwa store will reopen after renovations on Saturday, October 10

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Louis Vuitton Korinbo Daiwa store will reopen after renovations on October 10. To mark the 40th anniversary of the opening of the Daiwa Korinbo store in Kanazawa, it will offer a new salon and an engraving service exclusive to the store.

Facts

  • Oct. 10 (Sat.)
  • 40th anniversary
  • Since its founding in 1854

Companies mentioned:ルイ·ヴィトン ジャパン株式会社、ルイ·ヴィトン

The “Artpara Fukagawa: The Talkative Art Festival 2026,” a community arts festival featuring works by artists with disabilities throughout the Fukagawa area, is coming! The festival will feature approximately 580 original and reproduction artworks, as well as a diverse lineup of hands-on programs.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The “Artpara Fukagawa: The Talkative Art Festival 2026,” hosted by 一般社団法人アートパラ深川, will be held from October 17 to 25, 2026, in Monzen-Nakacho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa and Morishita in Koto City. The festival will feature approximately 580 original and reproduction artworks, along with hands-on programs such as a stamp rally, promoting interaction between local residents and artists with disabilities through their work.

Facts

  • From Saturday, October 17, 2026
  • 9 days through Sunday the 25th
  • 755 distinctive artworks submitted
  • 199 selected works
  • 43 prize-winning works
  • Approximately 380 works displayed at shopfronts and on bridge railings
  • The “Heart Project,” which drew 10,000 participants
  • Approximately 650,000 people have taken part to date

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人アートパラ深川、三井不動産株式会社、株式会社IHI、株式会社NTTデータ、株式会社サンゲツ、株式会社JTB、清水建設株式会社、ジャパン建材株式会社、株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、デロイト トーマツ グループ合同会社、東京東信用金庫、フォーデイズ株式会社、株式会社マッシュホールディングス、三井住友海上あいおい生命保険株式会社、株式会社ヤマタネ、株式会社インテリジェントウェイブ、オルガノ株式会社、カランダッシュ ジャパン株式会社、キーン・ジャパン合同会社、株式会社ケアネット、セトラスホールディングス株式会社、株式会社竹中工務店、トーヨーカネツ株式会社、日本ヒューレット・パッカード合同会社、日本臨床研究オペレーションズ株式会社、株式会社長谷萬、パラマウントベッド株式会社、株式会社ベルシステム24ホールディングス、株式会社マイナビ、株式会社前川製作所、アートグリーン株式会社、アシックスジャパン株式会社、株式会社アビリカ、West Field Event Management、ウェルネスダイニング株式会社、ウェルライフグループ(日本サービスセンター)、NEC、大蔵工業株式会社、株式会社オカムラ、クララ株式会社、東京ベイネットワーク株式会社、富岡八幡宮、日本たばこ産業株式会社、花岡車輌株式会社、特定非営利活動法人ハミングバード、株式会社東日本銀行、ペリカン日本株式会社、六三印刷株式会社、PRTIMES

A fair for 『Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM ZERO』, set for theatrical release, begins at アニメイト on January 14, 2027! A collaboration with グラッテ will also begin the same day

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社アニメイト will hold a fair commemorating the theatrical release of 『Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM ZERO』 starting January 14, 2027, selling related merchandise and holding a collaboration with グラッテ.

Facts

  • Jan. 14, 2027
  • February 14
  • 8 types in total
  • 1,980 yen
  • 550 yen
  • 4,400 yen
  • 2,200 yen
  • Deposit: 1,100 yen
  • 5 billion yen in box office revenue
  • 3 million admissions

Companies mentioned:株式会社アニメイト、アニメイト、サンライズ、グラッテ

Original「ペリエ ジュエ ベル エポック 2018」、「ペリエ ジュエ ブラン・ド・ブラン」グラス2脚セット エコロジカル ボックス リミテッドエディションが10月19日(月)より数量限定発売

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalペルノ・リカール・ジャパンが展開する「ペリエ ジュエ」より、2018年ヴィンテージのベル エポックとブラン・ド・ブランを収めた限定グラス2脚セットが数量限定で発売される。

Facts

  • Suggested retail price: 45,340 yen (before tax)
  • Suggested retail price: 17,540 yen (before tax)
  • Scheduled release: Monday, October 19, 2026

Companies mentioned:ペルノ・リカール・ジャパン株式会社、ペリエ ジュエ、ペルノ・リカール

More updates on the “Famitsu 40th Anniversary Fest”: All playable game titles and merchandise featuring valuable illustrations revealed! Lottery applications for game demos and merchandise sales open today

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage announced that the “Famitsu 40th Anniversary Fest,” marking the 40th anniversary of Famitsu, will be held at Bellesalle Akihabara on Nov. 7, 2026. The event will feature hands-on demos of the latest games, merchandise sales from more than 35 companies, a 『スーパーダンガンロンパ2×2』 stage and a variety of other activities. Advance lottery applications for each area are now open.

Facts

  • Famitsu’s 40th anniversary
  • The event will be held at Bellesalle Akihabara on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
  • More than 150 types of products will be released
  • Congratulatory visuals from more than 35 game makers
  • Number of demo stations: 4
  • Number of demo stations: 1
  • Number of demo stations: 2
  • A maximum of 204 people will be selected for each session
  • A premium session with 50 winners
  • It is a 100% subsidiary of 株式会社KADOKAWA

Companies mentioned:株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA、スパイク・チュンソフト、トゥーキョーゲームス、アイディアファクトリー、アクアプラス、アトラス、C2機関、シティコネクション、ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント、スクウェア・エニックス、Perfect World Games、バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、ソフマップAKIBA

Event set for Oct. 22 to celebrate the release of 『坂東玉三郎舞踊集 4Kリマスター Blu-ray BOX』!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

松竹株式会社 will hold a screening with a talk at To-geki on Oct. 22, 2026, to mark the release of a Blu-ray BOX featuring 4K-remastered dance works by Bando Tamasaburo.

Facts

  • 7,500 yen per session (tax included; all seats reserved)
  • Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
  • Scheduled for release on Wednesday, Dec. 2, Reiwa 8 (2026)

Companies mentioned:松竹株式会社、松竹

Apology regarding a series of reports and change in representative director

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社HERO'ZZ announced the resignation of Vambi (Tatsuki Shirai) as representative director and the appointment of Kazuhira (Ippei Morimoto) to the position. The company apologized in response to the reports and said it would strengthen its management structure.

Facts

  • As of Oct. 6, 2026
  • October 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社 HERO'ZZ、HERO'ZZ university

“素足の家,” nestled at the foot of Yatsugatake, wins the Heartful Design Division of the Wood Design Award 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“素足の家,” a residence in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture, designed and built by 素朴屋株式会社, won the Heartful Design Division of the Wood Design Award 2026.

Facts

  • Wood Design Award 2026
  • Total floor area: 150 square meters
  • Completed: 2023
  • 3-meter charred stakes
  • 77 foundation stones

Companies mentioned:素朴屋株式会社

“ちょっと先のおもしろい未来2026” to be held Nov. 7 and 8 in the Takeshiba area of Minato, Tokyo

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“ちょっと先のおもしろい未来2026” will be held on Nov. 7 and 8 in the Takeshiba area of Minato, Tokyo. Organizers expect more visitors than last year’s approximately 30,000, with a wide range of exhibits and hands-on content, including ワークショップコレクション and みんなの脳世界.

Facts

  • Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.), 2026
  • The event’s 6th edition
  • 180 content offerings
  • Approximately 30,000 people attended
  • 100 leading universities, research institutes, companies and organizations in 日本
  • 15 labs
  • A total of 450 people can participate in the tournament
  • Ticket: 6,000 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:ちょっと先のおもしろい未来実行委員会、CANVAS、キッズトヨタまなぶパーク、株式会社SkyDrive、VR IMAGINATORS、ウェルネス・テックラボ、founders otaMEshi studio、博報堂テクノロジーズ、日本、慶應義塾大学大学院メディアデザイン研究科、iU 情報経営イノベーション専門職大学、LUUP、TEDxinnovationU、THE★ROBOTS、Algomatic Dynamics、パナソニック株式会社、追手門学院大学、株式会社ベネフィットジャパン、ユカイ工学、HuRoC、超人スポーツプロジェクト、スピリットオーバーフロー、スケルトニクス、スライドリフト、サイバーカッセン、アールファイト、変態ガジェット、タミヤ、文化放送、ますだおかだ、アンタッチャブル、雷撃、株式会社サンメディア、スカパーJSAT株式会社、イオンモールキッズドリーム合同会社

タイ日清 and Hatsune Miku’s commercial wins silver at the “京都アニものづくりアワード2026”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A collaborative commercial featuring Hatsune Miku, produced by クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社, and タイ日清 won silver in the International category at the “京都アニものづくりアワード2026.”

Facts

  • Original京都アニものづくりアワード2026
  • A total of 71 nominated works
  • 19 works received awards
  • More than 670,000 people attended in total
  • In 55 cities
  • Touring 139 performances
  • More than 46 million sound content items

Companies mentioned:クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、タイ日清、アニものづくりアワード実行委員会、ヤマハ株式会社

Kaela Kimura to release 『プティとしあわせのかけら』, her first new picture book in 8 years, on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社KADOKAWA will release 『プティとしあわせのかけら』, Kaela Kimura’s first new picture book in 8 years, on Dec. 16, 2026.

Facts

  • In 8 years
  • Dec. 16, 2026
  • 1,900 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社KADOKAWA、Amazon、楽天ブックス、セブンネット

Special “YOKOHAMA welcomes ゆず” presentation set for the Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

公益財団法人横浜市観光協会 and others will run a campaign to celebrate Yuzu’s 30th debut anniversary, featuring a special presentation on the Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel and distribution of limited-edition novelties.

Facts

  • 100 m in diameter
  • Approximately 230 stores

Companies mentioned:公益財団法人横浜市観光協会、一般社団法人横浜みなとみらい21、株式会社セーニャ、横浜市

Registration open for “小さな拠点” development seminar in Toyooka Village, Nagano Prefecture [hosted by the Cabinet Office / administered by PoliPoli]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社PoliPoli is recruiting participants for an on-site, experiential seminar on developing “小さな拠点,” hosted by the Cabinet Office and scheduled for Nov. 5, 2026, in Toyooka Village, Nagano Prefecture.

Facts

  • Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
  • Capacity: approximately 20 people
  • Free admission
  • 1,500 yen (payable on site)
  • Established in 2017 with local residents taking the lead

Companies mentioned:株式会社PoliPoli、株式会社豊かな丘

It’s not very well known. But this flavor is why it’s lasted 10 years! A chilled-cup café au lait supervised by specialty coffee shop Scrop. The packaging has been redesigned!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Scrop COFFEE ROASTERS, a specialty coffee shop operated by 株式会社マルハンダイニング, has completely redesigned the packaging for its chilled-cup drinks 「Scropビターカフェオレ」 and 「Scropミルクカフェオレ」, which have been sold for approximately 10 years.

Facts

  • for about 10 years
  • Net weight: 220 g
  • Sets of 12 each
  • Price: 3,150 yen
  • Capital: 40 million yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社マルハンダイニング、Scrop COFFEE ROASTERS、Scrop、楽天市場店

Daisuke Namikawa × final’s 「ナミじゃない極みイヤホンZZZ」 returns by popular demand!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社final has resumed sales at 日テレポシュレ of 「ナミじゃない極みイヤホンZZZ」, a fully wireless earphone produced by Daisuke Namikawa as part of a collaboration originating from 日本テレビ’s program 「イケボdeポシュレww」. The product is based on the 「ZE500 for ASMR」 earphones designed specifically for ASMR and includes guidance audio voiced by 5 members with appealing voices, including Daisuke Namikawa.

Facts

  • It is now 5 years since the first fully wireless earphones, 「ナミじゃない極みイヤホン」, went on sale in 2021 and drew a strong response
  • Development began more than 1 year ago
  • A record-high 18 sets, with 126 types of guidance audio
  • More than 35 minutes in total
  • The resale period ends at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31
  • Price: 12,800 yen (tax included)
  • Wireless technology: Bluetooth® 5.4
  • Continuous music playback time: up to 4.5 hours for the earphones
  • Up to 18 hours including the case
  • Charging time: approximately 1.5 hours for the earphones
  • Approximately 2 hours including the charging case
  • Approximately 1 hour of use from 10 minutes of charging
  • Battery capacity: earbuds, 25mAh
  • Charging case, 350mAh

Companies mentioned:株式会社final、日テレポシュレ、日本テレビ

FENNEL to manage operations for U19eスポーツ選手権2026, a national tournament for players aged 19 and under

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株式会社Fennel will manage operations for U19eスポーツ選手権2026, a national tournament for players aged 19 and under hosted by eスポーツ選手権実行委員会. The event will feature 2 divisions, VALORANT and League of Legends, and entries are open through Oct. 26, 2026.

Facts

  • OriginalU19eスポーツ選手権2026
  • The 2 divisions are VALORANT and League of Legends
  • Maximum concurrent users: 120,000
  • OriginalSNS総フォロワー数は480万人
  • More than 700 million total YouTube views

Companies mentioned:株式会社Fennel、FENNEL、eスポーツ選手権実行委員会、群馬県、DIESEL、WIND AND SEA

Ghost restaurant operator X Kitchen launches licensing agreement with fried chicken specialty shop 鶏笑

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株式会社X Kitchen has launched a licensing agreement with fried chicken specialty shop 鶏笑 and will begin delivery sales on Oct. 9, 2026. It aims to open 20 locations by year-end and eventually expand to 100 locations.

Facts

  • Oct. 9, 2026
  • 20 locations by year-end
  • 100 locations
  • 1%
  • April 2027
  • More than approximately 120 locations nationwide
  • 15 consecutive years

Companies mentioned:株式会社X Kitchen、株式会社NIS、X Kitchen、鶏笑

Announcement of the launch of men's conditioning salon ル・パルレ

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株式会社ニューアート・ヘルス&ビューティー announced that it will relaunch the men's services of esthetic salon ラ・パルレ under the new name men's conditioning salon ル・パルレ. The salon will adopt Physhetic™, an original theory supervised by a physical therapist, to support the physical and mental well-being of modern men.

Facts

  • Established: July 2014

Companies mentioned:株式会社ニューアート・ヘルス&ビューティー、ラ・パルレ、ル・パルレ

Tickets on sale! GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2026 WINTER in OSAKA supported by BeReal, Japan's largest-scale participatory event for female students, produced by 関西コレクション

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学生ランウェイ実行委員会 (planning and production: 株式会社GAKUSEI RUNWAY) announced that tickets for GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2026 WINTER in OSAKA supported by BeReal, to be held at Namba Hatch on Dec. 27, 2026, will go on sale from 10 a.m. on Oct. 10.

Facts

  • Dec. 27, 2026
  • Oct. 10
  • 10:00
  • ¥12,000
  • ¥10,000
  • ¥5,000
  • ¥3,000
  • 30 minutes earlier
  • More than 2 million people
  • 500,000 PV views
  • 1 million streams
  • More than 1 million people
  • More than 910,000 people
  • More than 50 people in total
  • Limited to the first 30 people

Companies mentioned:株式会社GAKUSEI RUNWAY、BeReal、関西コレクション、Popteen、ABEMA

Tickets on sale! GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2026 WINTER in FUKUOKA, Japan's largest-scale participatory event for female students, produced by 関西コレクション

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学生ランウェイ実行委員会 (planning and production: 株式会社GAKUSEI RUNWAY) announced that ticket sales for GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2026 WINTER in FUKUOKA, to be held at Zepp Fukuoka on Jan. 16, 2027, will begin at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10. The event is a fashion show for female students produced by 関西コレクション, with artist performances by FIELD OF VIEW/浅岡雄也, AVAM, 一生友子 and ウメコマチ, among others, as well as appearances by more than 50 guests.

Facts

  • Saturday, January 16, 2027
  • Oct. 10 (Sat.)
  • 10:00
  • ¥12,000
  • ¥10,000
  • ¥5,000
  • ¥3,000
  • 30 minutes earlier
  • 910,000 views
  • 900,000 views
  • Reaching more than 2.2 million people
  • Exceeding 20 million views
  • exceeding 10 million people
  • More than 50 people in total
  • More than 1 million people
  • Surpassing 200 million views
  • More than 830,000 people
  • Limited to the first 30 people

Companies mentioned:株式会社GAKUSEI RUNWAY、学生ランウェイ実行委員会、関西コレクション、HEROINES、ABEMA、Popteen

Fuji Rock 1997, 30 years on — production announced for an officially authorized book looking back at the legendary first edition!!

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株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント announced plans to produce an officially authorized documentary book looking back at the first Fuji Rock Festival (1997), commemorating the festival's 30th anniversary in 2027. The company is seeking photos and stories from attendees.

Facts

  • 30 years
  • 1997
  • 2027
  • 10MB

Companies mentioned:株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント、シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント

Pokémon Card Experience Booth to Make a Special Appearance at 熱狂中野ラーメン祭2026

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株式会社マルチプル set up a hands-on Pokémon Card booth at 熱狂中野ラーメン祭2026, held in Nakano, Tokyo, for a limited time on Sept. 22, 23 and 26, offering mini-games and a lottery. The company was also interviewed by toy industry media outlet トイジャーナル and featured in its October issue.

Facts

  • Sept. 22, 23 and 26
  • 2026
  • October issue
  • July 2021

Companies mentioned:株式会社マルチプル、トイジャーナル

Dog-friendly mini golf course to open in Toyosu on Oct. 7

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A dog-friendly outdoor putting golf course with 9 holes opened on Oct. 7, 2026, at THE DOG PARK TOYOSU, operated by 株式会社Mellow and sponsored by 株式会社マイゴル.

Facts

  • Oct. 7, 2026
  • A total of 9 holes
  • About 45 minutes
  • Adults: 700 yen
  • Children: 500 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社マイゴル、株式会社Mellow

Opening sequences from PART1 through PART6 of the Lupin the Third anime series to air on the street-side 渋原ビジョン in the Harajuku area

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株式会社ユニカ announced that it will air full-length versions of the opening sequences from every TV series of the ルパン三世 anime, from PART1 through PART6, on its outdoor large-scale street-side screen, 渋原VISION.

Facts

  • 55th anniversary of the anime adaptation
  • Monday, October 12, 2026
  • October 31 (Saturday)
  • 94.08㎡

Companies mentioned:株式会社ユニカ

Original「holo Indie」より『ホロダンジョン 博衣こよりとホロウライブ in ホンシャタワー』Ver.1.3.2無料アップデートを実施

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株式会社シー・シー・エム・シー released a free Ver.1.3.2 update on Oct. 9, 2026, for the roguelike game ホロダンジョン 博衣こよりとホロウライブ in ホンシャタワー, available in Early Access on Steam. Key changes include the addition of the new 「見渡し」, 「レシピ確認」 and 「操作設定」 features, as well as the implementation of 「ダッシュ」 and 「足踏み」 functions.

Facts

  • Ver.1.3.2
  • Oct. 9, 2026
  • 1,500 yen (tax included)
  • 10 types in total

Companies mentioned:株式会社シー・シー・エム・シー、CCMC、holo Indie、Steam、株式会社ヴェルクス・スタジオ、COVER、カバー株式会社、VELUX STUDIO CO.,LTD.

Long-term decarbonized power source auction: Why is it so difficult for batteries to win contracts? Webinar to explore the reality behind 20 years of fixed revenue

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ジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar in late October 2026 explaining battery auction results and the system behind the long-term decarbonized power source auction.

Facts

  • Transmission-end facility capacity of at least 30,000 kW
  • Continuous operation for at least 6 hours
  • Batteries won contracts for 1.092 million kW in the 1st auction
  • In the 3rd auction, lithium-ion batteries received bids totaling 1.525 million kW
  • In the 3rd auction, lithium-ion batteries... won contracts for 551,000 kW
  • Total decarbonized power sources: ¥233.6 billion per year in the 1st auction
  • ¥346.4 billion per year in the 2nd auction

Companies mentioned:ジャパンブランディング株式会社、GUS Technology、格斯科技、ウエストホールディングス株式会社

WOODLANDS, a new concept for the 4th installment of official 「mofusand」 shop mofusand TOKYO, features kitties transformed into animals of a Nordic forest! Sales begin Friday, Oct. 23

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株式会社グレイ・パーカー・サービス will begin selling WOODLANDS, the 4th concept for mofusand TOKYO, the official shop for 「mofusand」 by illustrator ぢゅの, on Oct. 23, 2026. The collection will feature approximately 48 items depicting kitties dressed as animals of a Nordic forest.

Facts

  • Approximately 48 items
  • Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
  • ¥3,300 each
  • 2,970 yen each
  • 2,530 yen each
  • ¥2,310 each
  • 1,870 yen each
  • ¥770 each
  • ¥6,160 per box
  • ¥935 each
  • BOX ¥5,610
  • ¥3,740 each
  • ¥3,520 each
  • 2,750 yen each
  • ¥2,420
  • ¥1,540 each
  • 1,100 yen each
  • 1,980 yen each
  • ¥3,080
  • 1,210 yen
  • 1,430 yen
  • 385 yen each

Companies mentioned:株式会社グレイ・パーカー・サービス、mofusand TOKYO、mofusandもふもふマーケット、小学館クリエイティブ

The “2026 Fall/Winter Latest Big-Size Catalog,” commemorating サカゼン’s 80th anniversary, will be released simultaneously in print and web editions.

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坂善商事株式会社 will release its latest big-size catalog for Fall/Winter 2026 simultaneously in print and web editions to mark its 80th anniversary.

Facts

  • 80th anniversary of founding
  • Autumn and winter 2026
  • Friday, October 16, 2026
  • Big-size business, from 3L to 9L
  • Operating approximately 30 locations
  • Founded in 1946

Companies mentioned:坂善商事株式会社、サカゼン、Bliss World

SBS (Shizuoka Broadcasting) to air hit short drama “Doubt Call: You’re Being Cheated On” starting Oct. 12; partners with short drama production company 株式会社One Acre

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Shizuoka Broadcasting (SBS), in partnership with 株式会社One Acre, will broadcast the vertical short drama “Doubt Call: You’re Being Cheated On,” a hit on streaming platforms, for the first time on terrestrial late-night television and TVer starting Oct. 12.

Facts

  • Clips have been viewed 15 million times
  • A 30-episode vertical drama
  • The series will air over 4 broadcasts
  • More than 1,000 video concepts and productions to date

Companies mentioned:静岡放送株式会社、SBS、株式会社One Acre、TVer、株式会社YKエージェント、Glanz株式会社

Asia’s largest camping car festival, “Japan Camping Car Show 2027,” confirmed! Advance ticket sales begin today!

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The Japan Camping Car Show Executive Committee announced that “Japan Camping Car Show 2027” will be held at Makuhari Messe from Feb. 5 to 8, 2027, and began advance ticket sales today. The number of camping cars owned in Japan rose to 173,000 in 2025.

Facts

  • More than 400 camping cars
  • Total area: 40,500㎡
  • Reached 173,000 vehicles
  • An increase of 8,000 vehicles
  • [Adult 1-day ticket] ¥1,200
  • [Adult 2-day ticket] ¥2,000
  • Save ¥400!
  • Original[ペット1日券]1頭につき300円
  • Original[ペット2日券]1頭につき600円

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人 日本RV協会、株式会社ブシロードムーブ、株式会社ネオプロジェクト、JRVAチケットセンター

“Sammy presents NEW HORIZON FEST 2026”: Third lineup announcement and final advance ticket sales begin

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Originalサミー株式会社は、2026年12月28日にTOYOTA ARENA TOKYOで開催する音楽フェス「NEW HORIZON FEST 2026」の第3弾出演アーティスト5組を発表し、チケット最終先行販売を開始した。

Facts

  • 5 acts in total
  • ¥11,800 (tax included)
  • ¥10,800 (tax included)
  • ¥20,000 (tax included)
  • ¥250,000 (tax included)
  • December 28, 2026

Companies mentioned:サミー株式会社、株式会社GRIP、株式会社H.I.P

“Our Best Adventure,” airing Sunday, Oct. 11, will feature “The Guardian Centarumon!” (Episode 10) from the TV anime “Digimon Adventure,” chosen by Chinatsu Sakamoto, voice of Agumon!

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東映アニメーション announced that Episode 10 of “Digimon Adventure” will air on Oct. 11 as part of “Our Best Adventure,” a program featuring episodes selected by Digimon fan vote.

Facts

  • Every Sunday at 9 a.m.
  • Next year, in 2027
  • Digimon is finally reaching the milestone of its 30th anniversary
  • Original4作品で「世界が選ぶデジモンアニメ4作品ベストエピソード投票」
  • Starting Oct. 4, 2026

Companies mentioned:東映アニメーション株式会社、フジテレビ、関西テレビ、東海テレビ、北海道文化放送、テレビ西日本、岡山放送、仙台放送、テレビ新広島、テレビ静岡、新潟総合テレビ、長野放送、石川テレビ、岩手めんこいテレビ、さくらんぼテレビ、サガテレビ、高知さんさんテレビ、山陰中央テレビ、テレビ愛媛、福井テレビ、テレビ宮崎、富山テレビ、秋田テレビ、テレビ長崎、テレビ熊本、TVer、FOD、読売広告、東映、日本コロムビア

The film “Shadow Work”: “You can’t tell who’s right”—Social media abuzz with theories about “justice” and “What would you do?”; audience reactions fuel the buzz

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With the release of the survival suspense film “Shadow Work,” discussion of the characters’ “justice” and audience reactions have spread on social media. Producer Yoshitaka Fukaya said the film offers no definitive answer and is intended to pose questions to viewers. New scene stills and alternate cuts have also been released.

Companies mentioned:株式会社博報堂DYミュージック&ピクチャーズ、講談社、文化庁、日本芸術文化振興会、トリックスターエンターテインメント、ショウゲート

Original冬のギフトに!オリジナルプリント.jp、1点から360度印刷できるサーモススープジャーを発売

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Original株式会社イメージ・マジックが展開するオンデマンドプリントサービス「オリジナルプリント.jp」は、2026年10月8日よりサーモス製真空断熱スープジャー(JED-301・JED-401)のオリジナル印刷販売を開始した。最小1点から注文可能で、ロータリーUVインクジェット、透明UVインクジェット、レーザー加工の3種類に対応している。

Facts

  • Oct. 8, 2026
  • 1 point
  • ¥4,840 including tax
  • More than 2,500 types
  • Capital: ¥347.96 million

Companies mentioned:株式会社イメージ・マジック、オリジナルプリント.jp、サーモス

[Implementation case study] Usage-based “ICタイムリコーダー” supports DX in attendance management at schools and manufacturing sites through cost optimization based on seasonal changes in user numbers and extensive phone support

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株式会社オープントーン announced implementation cases for its cloud-based attendance management system, “ICタイムリコーダー.” The system has been adopted by a school corporation and a manufacturer, supporting DX through cost optimization with usage-based fees and phone support.

Facts

  • A school corporation with more than 400 employees
  • A manufacturer with several hundred employees
  • Original月額200円(1人あたり)

Companies mentioned:株式会社オープントーン、ICタイムリコーダー

Miyagawa Taisei × TRAFFIC HARMONY collaboration caps and products with Korean skincare brand “ShionLe” to be available at live venues!

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株式会社DONGRAMY PROJECT will sell collaboration caps with TRAFFIC HARMONY and collaboration products with Korean skincare brand ShionLe at merchandise stands at venues for Miyagawa Taisei LIVE TOUR 2026-2027 “BLUE FIRE.”

Facts

  • More than 2.7 million followers in total

Companies mentioned:株式会社DONGRAMY PROJECT、TRAFFIC HARMONY、ShionLe

Starring Jinto Yoshida (M!LK)! New Friday drama “Deki Ai: Actually, the Strongest Hero” starts 10/30; first footage released! Heart-pounding promo video features tense action scenes between Mashiro (Jinto Yoshida) and Itsuki (Hyoma Ikeda)!

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TOKYO MX announced that its new Friday drama “Deki Ai: Actually, the Strongest Hero,” starring Jinto Yoshida, will premiere on Oct. 30, 2026, and released a 30-second promotional video featuring footage from the series.

Facts

  • 3,400万 downloads across the series
  • Promotional video (30 seconds)
  • Favorites have already surpassed 130,000

Companies mentioned:TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、DPNブックス、TVer、KRY山口放送、テレビ岩手、MBC南日本放送、FBS福岡放送、群馬テレビ、とちぎテレビ、トータルメディアコミュニケーション、FOD

TV anime “Running Through the Transparent Night with You, Falling in Love with an Invisible Heart”: LINE stickers and LINE themes now available

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株式会社Creative Plus announced the release of LINE stickers and LINE themes for the TV anime “Running Through the Transparent Night with You, Falling in Love with an Invisible Heart.”

Facts

  • Original100LINEコイン
  • ¥250
  • 150 LINE Coins
  • 370 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社エムアップホールディングス、株式会社 Creative Plus、SBクリエイティブ、かけ恋製作委員会、LINE

<CipiCipi> Two mysterious, alluring limited-edition shades arrive in the rumored heart plumper said to make love come true!? The popular ribbon tint gets a mellow “soy milk color”!

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Cosmetics brand “CipiCipi,” produced by beauty creator Fukurena, is launching 2 limited-edition new shades of Angel Glow Plumper and 1 new standard shade of Dewy Film Tint R. A limited-time POPUP STORE will also be held at 渋谷ロフト.

Facts

  • 1,430 yen (tax included)
  • October 23 (Fri)
  • Nov. 11 (Wed.)
  • 3.3 million units

Companies mentioned:株式会社Rainmakers、CipiCipi、ロフト、@cosme STORE、@cosme SHOPPING、アインズ&トルペ、イオン、マツモトキヨシ

“NEO PIN-UP: TOKYO,” a solo exhibition by Indonesian artist Ferdi, to be held at New Gallery in Jimbocho.

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“Neo Pin-Up: Tokyo,” a solo exhibition by Indonesian artist Ferdi, will open at New Gallery on Oct. 23, 2027.

Facts

  • Friday, Oct. 23, 2027
  • Sunday, Nov. 1
  • 13:00~19:00

Companies mentioned:New Gallery、mirio神保町

Original東洋ルース、初心者向け体験型「第1回 宝石セミナー」を10月25日に開催見て・知って・のぞいて楽しむ!ルーペと「4大貴石セット」を参加者全員にプレゼント

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東洋ルース, operated by 株式会社東洋, will hold its hands-on “1st Gemstone Seminar” for gemstone beginners on Oct. 25, 2026, and give all participants a loupe and a set of 4 major gemstones.

Facts

  • Sunday, October 25, 2026
  • A roughly 60-minute seminar for beginners
  • Take a look into a world magnified 10 times
  • Participation fee: ¥5,000 (tax included)
  • Capacity: 10 people
  • Currently in 28 prefectures
  • Currently, around 800 products are listed
  • Original1石あたり2~300円の宝石もあり
  • We bring more than 10,000 products to every exhibition

Companies mentioned:株式会社東洋、東洋ルース、Gem-A、英国宝石学協会、一般社団法人日本記念日協会

2026’s easiest-to-use steam humidifier yet: “Clean Pot”

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Areti株式会社 will hold an advance sale of its steam humidifier “Clean Pot (h2338IV)” starting Oct. 13, ahead of the Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival. It features a 3-liter tank, a filter-free design and 3 humidification modes, and will be sold for 9,880 yen, down from its regular price of 10,990 yen.

Facts

  • A generous 3-liter tank for ample humidification
  • Starting Tuesday, October 13
  • Low mode: approx. 37.2 yen/day
  • Medium mode: approx. 55.1 yen/day
  • High mode: approx. 76 yen/day
  • Approx. 7㎡ for traditional Japanese-style wooden homes
  • Approx. 11㎡ for prefabricated Western-style rooms
  • Regular price: ¥10,990
  • Now: ¥9,880

Companies mentioned:Areti株式会社、Areti.、アレティ、Amazon

“Even when I buy a facial device, I never stick with it” | Beauty routines while you bathe. The waterproof “TOTALIFT Spa” facial device, for everything from cleansing to body care, launches Oct. 8 【Ur.Salon】

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Ur.Salon, the beauty appliance brand of 株式会社KURUKURU, will launch “TOTALIFT Spa,” a waterproof facial device combining a cleansing brush, heat, cooling, EMS and LED in one unit, on Oct. 8, 2026.

Facts

  • Available from Oct. 8, 2026
  • Price: 29,996 yen (tax included)
  • Approximately 210g
  • IPX7 waterproof rating

Companies mentioned:株式会社KURUKURU、Ur.Salon、Amazon、ヤフーショッピング、楽天市場、Qoo10

Original高い場所も狭いすき間も。伸びて開いて、家中のほこりを一本でラクラクお掃除できる!【マクアケ新プロジェクト】

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株式会社ニーズ and 株式会社サンファミリー will begin advance reservation sales on Makuake for “Sorapika Cleaning Mop,” featuring an extendable design and an adjustable head.

Facts

  • Friday, October 9, 2026
  • Nov. 9 (Mon.)
  • Designed to extend from approx. 24.5 to 100 cm
  • Includes 4 replacement mop heads
  • Pack of 10 replacement mop heads
  • Goal: 100,000 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社ニーズ、株式会社サンファミリー、Makuake、マクアケ

【おうちにプロ】Survey on awareness of washing machine grime

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A survey conducted by 株式会社ゼロアクセル found that 79% of respondents knew about grime on the back of the washing machine drum, but only 23% had actually seen it. Meanwhile, 65% said they had found black residue on their clothes, and 84% said they would like a professional to inspect grime inside the machine.

Facts

  • Although 79% of people were aware of it
  • Only 23% had actually seen the grime
  • 65% said they had found black residue or dirt on clothes after washing
  • As many as 84%
  • Number of survey respondents: 100
  • Survey period: October 2026
  • 4000 or more registered contractors nationwide
  • More than 20,000 user review ratings
  • Digital gift worth up to 1000 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社ゼロアクセル、おうちにプロ、クラウドワークス、株式会社ゼロアド、株式会社BimoRa、株式会社ワンプレート、株式会社ザ・建物、GLOW-NAVI、Coco-Moola、ゼロメディア

Ken Matsudaira heads to Miyazaki Prefecture’s 新富町 for the 25th Shintomi Music Festival, bringing together Miyazaki’s traditional Japanese entertainment

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The 25th Shintomi Music Festival will be held at 新富町文化会館 on Dec. 16, 2026, as part of the “MIRISE” project promoted by 一般財団法人こゆ地域づくり推進機構, with Ken Matsudaira appearing as a special guest.

Facts

  • 25th
  • Dec. 16, 2026
  • 5,500 yen
  • ¥500 discount
  • Up to 50 people
  • 30 projects annually
  • 100 works
  • A creative population of 1,000
  • Original1粒1,000円
  • More than 15 billion yen cumulatively

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人こゆ地域づくり推進機構、こゆ財団、舞鶴一座秋月鼓童、松川流、KIMONO × DANCE PROJECT、劇団とんぼ座、新富町、新富町教育委員会、MIRISEプロジェクト、新富町文化会館、ルピナスみらい劇場、チケットぴあ

Synopsis and preview images for episode 1, “Terrence,” of the TV anime “dreamland” unveiled; Takuya Masumoto, Serika Hiromatsu and Makoto Furukawa also join the cast!

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The synopsis and preview images for episode 1 of the TV anime “dreamland” have been unveiled, along with casting news for Takuya Masumoto, Serika Hiromatsu and Makoto Furukawa. The series will begin airing on ABCテレビ and テレビ朝日 networks on Oct. 17, 2026.

Facts

  • Broadcast on a 24-station nationwide network
  • Broadcast begins Oct. 17, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社アミューズ、ABCテレビ、テレビ朝日、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、dアニメストア、DMM TV、ABEMA、FOD、Hulu、Lemino、J:COM STREAM、TELASA、milplus、東北新社、Ellipse、La Chouette Compagnie、アミューズクリエイティブスタジオ

Official apparel collection from Filmarks Culture Wear to launch alongside 40th-anniversary revival screenings of “The Breakfast Club”

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To coincide with revival screenings marking the 40th anniversary of the 1985 film “The Breakfast Club,” Filmarks Culture Wear will begin taking orders for an official apparel collection through the e-commerce site “Filmarks Store.”

Facts

  • 40th anniversary
  • Friday, October 16, 2026
  • ¥9,900 (tax included)
  • ¥5,500 (tax included)
  • Flat 1,700 yen
  • 53 theaters nationwide

Companies mentioned:Filmarks、Filmarks Culture Wear、Filmarks Store、UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS, INC.

AGF2026 STPR Family official merchandise features a striking new KV across 9 items! Collaboration cafe with スイーツパラダイス also confirmed!

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Original株式会社STPRは、2026年11月7日・8日に東京・池袋で開催される「アニメイトガールズフェスティバル2026(AGF2026)」に出展し、「STPR MAGAZINE」をテーマにした新KVを使用した全9アイテムのオフィシャルグッズを販売する。また、10月30日よりスイーツパラダイス池袋店にてコラボカフェを開催する。

Facts

  • All 9 items
  • All 6 STPR Family groups
  • 5,000 yen (tax included)
  • More than 36.01 million people

Companies mentioned:株式会社STPR、STPR、アニメイトガールズフェスティバル実行委員会、株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、アニメイト、アニメイト池袋本店、STPR Family STORE - DREAM LAND -、STPR ONLINE STORE、ファミマオンライン、スイーツパラダイス、スイーツパラダイス 池袋店

Post-event online sales begin for the TV anime “2.5 Dimensional Seduction”!

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Post-event online orders for products from the TV anime “2.5 Dimensional Seduction” are now open on the THEキャラ online store. Orders will be accepted from Oct. 9 through Oct. 27, 2026.

Facts

  • Price: ¥605 (tax included)
  • Set: ¥4,840 (tax included)
  • 8 types in total
  • Price: ¥550 (tax included)
  • Set: ¥4,400 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥990 each (tax included)
  • 4 types in total
  • Price: ¥2,420 each (tax included)
  • Price: 6,600 yen each (tax included)
  • Price: 1,870 yen each (tax included)
  • Price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
  • 1 type in total
  • Price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 8,800 yen each (tax included)
  • All 25 volumes of the Jump+ Comics edition on sale now!

Companies mentioned:株式会社コンテンツシード、集英社、ABEMA、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、Amazon Prime Video、THEキャラ

Post-event online sales begin for merchandise featuring illustrations from the game app “2.5 Dimensional Seduction: Angels’ Stage,” based on the TV anime “2.5 Dimensional Seduction”!

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株式会社コンテンツシード will begin post-event online sales of merchandise featuring illustrations from the TV anime “2.5 Dimensional Seduction” and the game app “Angels’ Stage” through the THEキャラ online store.

Facts

  • Price: ¥605 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥550 (tax included)
  • Price: 990 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 1,210 yen each (tax included)
  • Price: ¥1,430 each (tax included)
  • Price: ¥2,420 each (tax included)
  • Price: 3,630 yen each (tax included)
  • Price: 4,400 yen each (tax included)
  • 8 types in total
  • All 25 volumes of the Jump+ Comics edition on sale now!

Companies mentioned:株式会社コンテンツシード、集英社、Aiming Inc.、ABEMA、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、Amazon Prime Video、THEキャラ

“Gothic wa Mahou Otome: Sign Here, Please!” launches its Halloween school event today, 10/9 (Fri.)! Familiars in sexy nun outfits make their debut!

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A Halloween “School” event, related gacha and a campaign celebrating the BGM setting feature are underway from Oct. 9 in 株式会社ケイブ’s shooting game app “Gothic wa Mahou Otome: Sign Here, Please!”

Facts

  • Starting after maintenance on Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.)
  • Through Oct. 19, 2026 (Mon.), 23:59
  • After attempting it 15 times in total
  • Until maintenance on Oct. 20, 2026 (Tue.)
  • Implemented on 9/30 (Wed.)
  • One winner selected by lottery
  • Friday, Oct. 30, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ケイブ、CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.

“Sanrio Characters” × “Granblue Fantasy”: Collaboration confirmed at “Granblue Fest 2026”!

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株式会社Cygames has unveiled the first collaboration illustrations for “Granblue Fantasy” and characters from 株式会社サンリオ. The collaboration will take place at “Granblue Fest 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight on Dec. 26 and 27.

Facts

  • 39 million cumulative registered users
  • Released in 2014
  • Now being held for the 10th time

Companies mentioned:株式会社Cygames、サイゲームス、株式会社CyDesignation、サイデザイネイション、株式会社サンリオ

Original【新連載】コミックエッセイ〈好きを一緒に! アラフォー男性カップルが ”かわいい” に囲まれた毎日〉実際のパートナーとの暮らしを描いたリアリティ♥

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Original株式会社主婦と生活社が運営するコミックサイト「C's Comics」にて、漫画家・ミナモトカズキさんと彼氏のよしくんによるアラフォー男性同性カップルの日常を描くコミックエッセイ『今日も男2人、かわいいといっしょに生きています。』の新連載が10月9日より開始される。

Facts

  • Begins Friday, October 9
  • Adapted into a live-action drama in 2022

Companies mentioned:株式会社主婦と生活社、徳間書店、KADOKAWA

“三角青輝” and “阿佐馬芳経” from the TV anime “日本三國” appear as Tsumamare characters from COSPA! [株式会社コスパ]

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株式会社コスパ will release acrylic Tsumamare keychains and large tote bags featuring characters “三角青輝” and “阿佐馬芳経” from the TV anime “日本三國” in mid-December 2026.

Facts

  • Mid-December 2026
  • 880 yen
  • 1,980 yen
  • 2,500 items

Companies mentioned:株式会社コスパ、COSPA、小学館、日本三國製作委員会

A crossroads of city life. Gently touching the loneliness of someone whose name you don't even know. Linus's people-watching R&B track “STRANGER” releases October 9.

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Linus will release the new song “STRANGER” on October 9. The people-watching R&B track depicts urban loneliness and is produced by RYUJA.

Facts

  • [Release date] Friday, October 9, 2026
  • 1st EP featuring 5 tracks

Companies mentioned:株式会社STARBASE

[フジテレビ] Masanari Wada and Hiroto Takahashi take the stage! Theme song singer Daito Yamamoto makes a surprise appearance and performs! Report on the preview screening event for the drama “あなたを殺す旅 Season2,” held Thursday, October 8

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A preview screening was held for the drama “あなたを殺す旅 Season2,” which began streaming exclusively on October 8 via FOD, the video streaming service operated by フジテレビ. Wada Masanari and Takahashi Hiroto, the drama's co-leads, took the stage, and theme song singer Daito Yamamoto made a surprise singing appearance.

Facts

  • Began streaming exclusively on Thursday, October 8
  • All 6 episodes
  • Recorded 1st place for 13 consecutive weeks
  • Streaming in 244 countries and regions worldwide
  • Limited-time screenings at 43 theaters nationwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社フジテレビジョン、フジテレビ、FOD、GagaOOLala

Smartphone game “ブラウザ三国志 天”: 1st-anniversary campaign launches! New general 《張角娘》 arrives!

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To celebrate the 1st anniversary of the smartphone game “ブラウザ三国志 天,” 株式会社マーベラス is holding campaigns including a gacha featuring the new general 《張角娘》, a medal gacha offering up to more than 200 draws, and a campaign to win Amazon gift cards worth 100,000 yen.

Facts

  • Up to more than 200 draws
  • Amazon gift cards worth 100,000 yen
  • 500-yen Amazon gift card
  • 4,000 bonus gems

Companies mentioned:株式会社マーベラス、Marvelous Inc.

25th-anniversary event “スペースシャワー列伝 25th ANNIVERSARY 渋谷大演会 ~一志相伝の宴~”: final 3 acts announced, completing the lineup of 25! General ticket sales also start today!

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株式会社スペースシャワーネットワーク has announced the final 3 acts for “スペースシャワー列伝 25th ANNIVERSARY 渋谷大演会,” which will be held on December 6, 2026, and has begun general ticket sales.

Facts

  • 25th anniversary
  • Dec. 6, 2026
  • All 25 acts
  • ¥7,800

Companies mentioned:株式会社スペースシャワーネットワーク、スペースシャワーTV、SPACE SHOWER TV、DISK GARAGE

Popular work “モンスターの肉を食っていたら王位に就いた件,” with more than 250,000 copies in print across the series, gets a TV anime adaptation in 2027, produced by WHITE FOX!

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It has been announced that GCN Bunko's “モンスターの肉を食っていたら王位に就いた件,” published by マイクロマガジン社, will be adapted into a TV anime in 2027, with production by WHITE FOX. The series has sold more than 250,000 copies.

Facts

  • Will be adapted into a TV anime in 2027
  • Latest volume 7
  • On sale October 20!
  • Latest volume 3
  • On sale October 29!

Companies mentioned:株式会社マイクロマガジン社、マイクロマガジン社、WHITE FOX、白泉社

Anime-born idol group “F/ACE” holds its long-awaited first solo concert! “多聞くん今どっち!?F/ACE FIRST LIVE ‘NAUTICAL STAR’” to be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT

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株式会社U-NEXT has announced that it will stream “NAUTICAL STAR,” the first solo concert by idol group “F/ACE,” formed through the anime “多聞くん今どっち?,” exclusively on November 21, 2026. The viewing fee is ¥4,000 (tax included).

Facts

  • Nov. 21, 2026
  • 4,000 yen (tax included)
  • December 12
  • More than 480,000 titles
  • More than 1.33 million books
  • July 2023

Companies mentioned:株式会社 U-NEXT、USEN&U-NEXT GROUP、LINE CUBE SHIBUYA、Paravi、TBS、テレビ東京、GEM Partners、白泉社、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS

OriginalSHOW-WA & MATSURIが週刊TVガイドに初登場! 集合&2組それぞれの限定特典生写真の絵柄を解禁

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SHOW-WA and MATSURI will make their first appearance in the November 13, 2026 issue of 週刊TVガイド. It has been announced that purchasers from HMV&BOOKS online will receive an exclusive photo bonus.

Facts

  • November 13, 2026 issue of 週刊TVガイド
  • On sale November 4 (Wednesday)
  • 15 pairs per group
  • 30 pairs total
  • 3 photo designs in total
  • Special price: ¥580

Companies mentioned:株式会社東京ニュース通信社、週刊TVガイド、HMV&BOOKS online、Amazon kindle store、楽天kobo、TOKYO NEWS magazine&mook、テレビ朝日

Original夜のマルシェ『OYABE AFTER DARK』10月17日(土)・18日(日)に三井アウトレットパーク 北陸小矢部で開催!

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The nighttime event “OYABE AFTER DARK” will be held at Mitsui Outlet Park Hokuriku Oyabe on October 17 and 18, 2026, featuring shadow-puppet performances, lantern-making workshops, market vendors and more.

Facts

  • Original2026年10月17日(土)・18日(日)
  • From 15:00
  • Until 20:00
  • ¥4,000 or more, tax included
  • Participation fee: 800 yen
  • Total of 2.5 million followers

Companies mentioned:ぴあ株式会社、三井アウトレットパーク 北陸小矢部、ダイワスーパー、the SEASONING MARKET (森シェフ)、京都利休の生わらび餅

MAN WITH A MISSION announces advance release of “Firestarter,” the opening theme for the TV anime “朱色の仮面”!! Artwork and track details also revealed!!

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MAN WITH A MISSION's “Firestarter,” the opening theme for the TV anime “朱色の仮面,” will be released digitally in advance on October 11 and as a CD single on October 28. Chris Lord-Alge contributed to the mixing, and a remix by Hiroyuki Sawano is also included.

Facts

  • Original10月11日(日)0:00より先行配信
  • Released as a CD single on Wednesday, October 28
  • At the forefront of the rock scene for more than 30 years
  • ¥2,500 (tax included)
  • \1,500 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、少年画報社、読売テレビ、日本テレビ、TVer、ytv MyDo!、ABEMA、ニコニコ生放送、DMM TV、dアニメストア、FOD、Hulu、J:COM STREAM、Lemino、milplus、Prime Video、TELASA、U-NEXT、バンダイチャンネル、Google TV、HAPPY!動画、music.jp、カンテレドーガ、ニコニコチャンネル、ビデオマーケット、ビデックス、100studio

KID PHENOMENON to release “I’m still breathing,” the ending theme for the TV anime “夜桜さんちの大作戦,” in advance on October 12! CD track list also revealed!

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KID PHENOMENON's “I’m still breathing,” the ending theme for the TV anime “夜桜さんちの大作戦,” will be released digitally in advance on October 12 and on CD on October 21. Track details and event appearance information have also been revealed.

Facts

  • 7-member dance and vocal group
  • CD to be released on Wednesday, October 21
  • List price: ¥1,500 (pre-tax price: ¥1,364)
  • List price: ¥2,500 (pre-tax price: ¥2,273)
  • 1 randomly selected photo card from 8 designs
  • Broadcast across 28 stations nationwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、LDH、集英社、MBS、TBS、BS日テレ、AT-X、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、アニメタイムズ、Amazon Prime Video、ABEMA、FOD、Disney+、Hulu、Lemino、dアニメストア、ニコニコ支店、DMM TV、バンダイチャンネル、J:COM STREAM、TELASA、milplus、Netflix、TVer、music.jp、カンテレドーガ、ニコニコ動画、ビデオマーケット、HAPPY!動画、イオンモール津田沼South、アスナル金山、キャナルシティ博多、阪急西宮ガーデンズ、イオンレイクタウンkaze、昭和女子大学人見記念講堂、MUFGスタジアム、ららアリーナ 東京ベイ

OriginalReoNa、新曲「Wake Me Up (読み:ウェイクミーアップ)」が、『パチスロ ソードアート・オンライン オルタナティブ ガンゲイル・オンライン』に搭載決定!

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ReoNa's new song “Wake Me Up” will be featured in the pachislot game “ソードアート・オンライン オルタナティブ ガンゲイル・オンライン” and become available on November 2, 2026. A best-of album is also scheduled for release in February 2027, followed by her first large-scale concert at Pia Arena MM in March.

Facts

  • November 2, 2026 (Monday), 0:00
  • Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2027
  • Saturday, Mar. 6, 2027
  • Sunday, March 7, 2027
  • Price: 18,000 yen (before tax)
  • Price: 6,000 yen (before tax)
  • Price: ¥3,000 (before tax)
  • Approximately 1,000 spectators
  • Approximately 10,000 concurrent viewers

Companies mentioned:株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、KADOKAWA、LIVE LAB.、eplus、ローチケ、チケットぴあ、アニメイトチケット

[Akihabara, launching Oct. 7] Fans go wild for original artwork from 8 popular Boys' Love manga titles! The LiQulle Gothic Halloween POP UP SHOP & collaboration cafe opens this week!

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書泉ブックタワー, operated by 株式会社書泉, and コミコミスタジオ, operated by 株式会社中央書店, are joining forces for LiQulle Gothic Halloween, a special event featuring 8 popular Boys' Love titles from 株式会社オーバーラップ's LiQulle label. The event opens in Akihabara on Oct. 7, 2026. Original-art goods and limited-edition items will be available at the POP UP SHOP and collaboration cafe.

Facts

  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • 1,320 yen each (tax included)
  • 1,100 yen each (tax included)
  • 660 yen each (tax included)
  • ¥5,500 each (tax included)
  • ¥2,750 each (tax included)
  • 880 yen each (tax included)
  • 1,650 yen each (tax included)
  • ¥11,000 each (tax included)
  • 770 yen each (tax included)
  • 990 yen each (tax included)
  • 550 yen each (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社書泉、書泉ブックタワー、コミコミスタジオ、株式会社中央書店、株式会社オーバーラップ、LiQulle、STELLAMAP Cafe、ソフマップAKIBA

The “TV Anime SAKAMOTO DAYS POP UP STREET in 奥山おまいりまち・浅草西参道” is coming!

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株式会社アルマビアンカ has announced that a POP UP STREET event for the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS will be held in Asakusa starting Nov. 6, 2026.

Facts

  • From Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
  • Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)
  • Hours: 11:00–18:00
  • Original10月23日(金)18:00より

Companies mentioned:株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社arma bianca、AMNIBUS、Livepocket、集英社、鈴木祐斗

Special in-store announcements by the ZERO RISE cast and a special commercial on the outdoor wall-mounted giant screen are now underway at GiGO総本店!

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To mark the appearance of the cross-media project ZERO RISE at Animate Girls Festival 2026, 株式会社ブシロード is running a special promotion at GiGO総本店, operated by 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment. In-store announcements, wall decorations and commercial screenings on the outdoor giant screen are part of the promotion.

Facts

  • Starting October 9 (Friday)
  • Friday, Nov. 6
  • Saturday, Nov. 7
  • Sunday, Nov. 8
  • A total of approximately 5 minutes of audio

Companies mentioned:株式会社ブシロード、株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、GiGO総本店

A 20th-anniversary event, the “Hokkaido Wine Fair,” will be held at 北海道どさんこプラザ札幌店

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An overview of the 20th-anniversary “Hokkaido Wine Fair,” to be held at 北海道どさんこプラザ札幌店 from Oct. 14 to 20. Sponsored by 北海道ワイナリー協会, the fair will feature 19 wineries, with tastings, a pairing bar and a prize drawing.

Facts

  • 20 years since opening
  • There are currently 77 wineries in Hokkaido
  • The number has grown by approximately 2 times over the past 10 years
  • Original期間:10月14日(水)~20日(火)
  • Hours: 8:30–20:00
  • Open for 7 days
  • Eat-in area hours: 10:00–20:00
  • Last order: 19:30

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人 北海道貿易物産振興会、北海道どさんこプラザ札幌店、北海道ワイナリー協会、北海道ワイン、池田町ブドウ・ブドウ酒研究所、NIKI Hills Winery、宝水ワイナリー、Domaine Raison、えべおつWein、さっぽろワイン、十勝が丘ワイナリー、十勝まきばの家ワイナリー、ニッカ余市ヴィンヤード、登醸造、ボスアグリワイナリー、めむろワイナリー、山﨑ワイナリー、雪川醸造、上ノ国ワイナリー、千歳ワイナリー、あいざわ農園、札幌酒精工業、八剣山ワイナリー、イルピーノピッコロ

The Qingzhou region, a sea-and-mountain-themed area in Where Winds Meet, launches on Oct. 15!

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NetEase Games and Everstone Studio announced that Qingzhou, a new themed region in the wuxia open-world action RPG Where Winds Meet, will launch on Oct. 15, 2026. New content includes the Wenjin Hall sect, the PvP debate battle “Verbal Duel,” the new weapon “Dancing Silk Drum,” and 3 roaming bosses.

Facts

  • Thursday, October 15, 2026
  • October 29 (Thu.)
  • 3 world bosses

Companies mentioned:NetEase Games、Everstone Studio、NetEase, Inc.、Warner Bros.、Mojang AB、Microsoft

ロエベ財団 Craft Prize 2027 to be held in Milan during Milan Design Week

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ロエベ財団 announced that the 10th ロエベ財団 Craft Prize will be held in Milan during Milan Design Week 2027. The awards ceremony will take place on April 11, and the exhibition will run from the following 12th through 28th. The application deadline is Oct. 15, 2026.

Facts

  • 2027
  • 10th
  • April 11, 2027
  • From the following 12th through 28th
  • Oct. 15, 2026
  • 30 pieces
  • 2016
  • 2017
  • 1988
  • 2002
  • 1846
  • 2025

Companies mentioned:ロエベ財団、ロエベ、ロエベファッション・グループ・ジャパン合同会社、ロエベ ジャパン、スペイン政府

[Whisky event] 新道蒸溜所 and 新潟亀田蒸溜所 to offer tastings of all 8 whiskies, including 2 collaboration bottles created through an exchange of unaged spirits!

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Dear WHISKY will hold a special event featuring tastings of 8 whiskies, including 2 collaboration bottles from 新道蒸溜所 and 新潟亀田蒸溜所. The venue is a seminar space provided by 株式会社クレア・ライフ・パートナーズ. In-person attendance is limited to the first 40 people, and the event will also be streamed online for 100 viewers.

Facts

  • 2 collaboration bottles
  • First 40 people
  • First 100 attendees
  • In-person ticket: 8,800 yen
  • Streaming ticket: 5,500 yen
  • In-person ticket: 6,600 yen
  • Streaming ticket: 4,400 yen
  • Price: 16,500 yen
  • Alcohol content: 50%
  • ABV: 55%

Companies mentioned:Dear WHISKY、新道蒸溜所、新潟亀田蒸溜所、株式会社クレア・ライフ・パートナーズ、株式会社篠崎、株式会社大谷

南葛SC holds its 2026 南葛SC Partner Party, renewing its resolve to reach the JFL alongside its corporate partners

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南葛SC held its 2026 南葛SC Partner Party on Oct. 7, 2026, at Bellesalle Onarimon Tower in Minato, Tokyo, and declared its resolve to earn promotion to the JFL.

Facts

  • 2026 南葛SC Partner Party
  • Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
  • 18:00–20:00 Party

Companies mentioned:株式会社南葛sc、南葛SC

株式会社コクメイ launches a specialist website for in-store and mobile purchasing of miniature cars in Nagoya

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株式会社コクメイ has launched 東海Tコレ名古屋店, a specialist website for in-store and mobile purchases of miniature cars in Nagoya. The service is available nationwide, with free appraisals and shipping, and offers high prices for products from numerous manufacturers, including トミカ and オートアート.

Facts

  • 1/64 scale
  • 1/12 scale
  • 1/18 scale
  • Hours: 10:00–19:00

Companies mentioned:株式会社コクメイ、トミカ、トミカリミテッド、ディズニートミカ、トミカプレミアム、フェラーリ、ランボルギーニ、アウディ、マクラーレン、アルファロメオ、ベンツ、ポルシェ、日産、オートアート、ミニチャンプス、Spark、IXO(イクソ)、リオ(RIO)、コーギー(CORGI)、タカトク、ダイアペット、大盛屋、Hi-Story、京商、エブロ(EBBRO)、BBR Models、ホビージャパン、フランクリンミント

See approximately 40,000 kochia plants at their autumn-color peak, a sight available only here (国営ひたち海浜公園)

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Approximately 40,000 kochia plants at Miharashi Hill in 国営ひたち海浜公園 will reach their autumn-color peak starting Oct. 10. The peak is expected to last until around the 20th, and visitors can also enjoy new layouts featuring yellow cosmos and the Welcome Garden.

Facts

  • About 40,000 kochia plants
  • Starting tomorrow, Oct. 10
  • Until around the 20th
  • Planted area: approx. 2.0ha
  • Marukoro Kochia Soft Serve: 550 yen
  • Around 2.7 million yellow cosmos flowers

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人 公園財団、国営ひたち海浜公園

[2014 first-round draft pick Yuya Yokoyama and other Tigers alumni take part!] Experience the much-anticipated “beer shower” for free! The “Beer Shower Festival,” where 1,000 bottles of sparkling water will help fans share in the celebration, takes place Saturday, Oct. 10!

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Original神戸市北区の天然温泉施設「有馬街道温泉 すずらんの湯」が、2026年10月10日に阪神タイガース優勝を祝う体験型イベント『ビールかけ祭り』を開催。2014年ドラフト1位・横山雄哉氏らOB陣が参戦し、炭酸水1,000本を使用した無料のビールかけ体験を提供する。

Facts

  • 1,000 bottles of sparkling water
  • Saturday, October 10, 2026
  • 2014 first-round draft pick

Companies mentioned:株式会社クラフトリゾート、有馬街道温泉 すずらんの湯、阪神タイガース

株式会社かに道楽 crowns its 32nd crab-cutting champion!

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株式会社かに道楽 held the 32nd edition of its “crab-cutting” competition, which began in 1994. Ayaka Sugiyama was named the inaugural champion in the newly established women's division, and Tadashi Ando was named overall champion.

Facts

  • The 32nd competition
  • 41 locations nationwide
  • Approximately 500 chefs
  • The first competition was held in 1994
  • October 6, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社かに道楽、かに道楽

A 24-hour entertainment complex near Kyoto Station transforms into a Halloween wonderland! The rooftop, with views of Kyoto Tower, is also decorated. Limited-edition drinks and sweets are available!

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Halloween decorations are on display from October 1 to November 3, 2026, at ENTERTAINMENT HUB KYOTO, an entertainment complex near Kyoto Station operated by 株式会社TOAI. Limited-edition drinks and sweets are available at the first-floor Mexican restaurant Casa de Amigos.

Facts

  • 211 stores nationwide
  • A 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station
  • Karaoke with a total of 56 rooms
  • Across 8 floors
  • Open 24 hours
  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • Nov. 3, 2026
  • All items ¥1,300
  • 1,500 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社TOAI、ジャンカラ、ENTERTAINMENT HUB KYOTO、Casa de Amigos、OM ART×MUSIC、OM Sky Terrace、Open Counter-KYO-、VIP FLOOR Amrita、UTAO、HELP!、PORT、湯快のゆ、Le NAPOLI、スマートボックス、ジャンオク

Original【ウェスティンホテル東京】広東料理「龍天門」で焼きたての香ばしさを堪能する「北京ダックフェア」を開催 ご来店時間に合わせて一羽ずつ丁寧に焼き上げる伝統的な製法でご提供

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Originalウェスティンホテル東京の広東料理「龍天門」が、梁偉康氏による伝統製法の北京ダックフェアと上海蟹を主役としたOMAKASEフェアを開催。

Facts

  • Carefully roasted over approximately 90 minutes
  • Special Peking Duck Course: ¥23,000 (tax and service included)
  • Peking duck, à la carte, half duck: ¥11,800
  • Whole duck: ¥22,000 (tax and service included)
  • Lunch and dinner: ¥32,000 (tax and service included)

Companies mentioned:マリオット・インターナショナル、ウェスティンホテル東京、龍天門、Marriott Bonvoy

A private wood-fired sauna debuts at a villa at the foot of Mt. Fuji in Oshino, limited to 1 group per 1 day. Enjoy an exclusive, ultimate relaxation route from cooling off outdoors poolside to soaking in the natural hot spring in your room.

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A private wood-fired sauna exclusively for guests will open on October 10, 2026, at Villa Foresta, a villa-style guest room at グランドーム富士忍野, operated by 株式会社にしがき.

Facts

  • Original1日1組限定
  • Original床面積は82㎡
  • Accommodates up to 6 guests
  • The temperature ranges from 70°C to 90°C
  • For stays beginning Saturday, October 10, 2026
  • Original21㎡のプライベートプール
  • Number of employees: 400

Companies mentioned:株式会社にしがき、マリントピアリゾート、グランドーム富士忍野

Original日本豆乳協会 10月の豆乳月間、豆乳の日(10月12日)、様々な取り組みを展開

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Original日本豆乳協会は、2026年度より「豆乳アカデミー」の全国展開に向けた実証を埼玉県と愛知県の教育機関で開始すると発表した。10月の豆乳月間および豆乳の日(10月12日)に合わせて、十文字学園女子大学、人間科学総合大学、椙山女学園、金城学院大学などで、講義、給食提供、フェア、研究室協賛などの取り組みを展開する。

Facts

  • FY2026
  • Original10月
  • October 12
  • 300 articles
  • 1600 bottles
  • 240 bottles

Companies mentioned:日本豆乳協会、キッコーマンソイフーズ株式会社

An event to experience Hokkaido dairy farming through seeing, learning and tasting: “Yotsuba Milk Fair in Osaka” to be held on Sunday, October 25

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Yotsuba Milk Products will hold “Yotsuba Milk Fair in Osaka,” an event where visitors can experience the appeal of Hokkaido dairy farming, at KITTE大阪 in Osaka on October 25, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 25, 2026
  • This is the 3rd time

Companies mentioned:よつ葉乳業株式会社、KITTE大阪

Legendary idol くまま to release self-written 2nd single 『くしゅんスンスン』 on November 4! Birthday celebration and east-west tour also planned

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Legendary idol くまま will digitally release 『くしゅんスンスン』, a 2nd single with lyrics written by the idol, on November 4, 2026. A birthday celebration and an east-west tour will also be held in Osaka and Tokyo.

Facts

  • Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
  • Advance: 3,500 yen
  • At the door: 4,000 yen
  • Digital release: ¥1,500
  • Digital release: ¥1,800
  • Birthday celebration & 2nd Legendary Tour digital ticket bundle: ¥3,000

Companies mentioned:吉本興業株式会社、よしもとミュージック、YOSHIMOTO MUSIC Co.,LTD.、FANY Ticket、FANY Online Ticket

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