ENEOSサンフラワーズ open their 2026-27 W League season on Oct. 14!
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ENEOSサンフラワーズ announced that the 2026-27 W League season will open on Oct. 14, 2026. They will face 三菱電機コアラーズ in their opening game and aim to win the W League title for the first time in 4 years and claim a record 24th championship.
“Chaos Zero Nightmare” unveils its “Nightmare Festival” showcase celebrating the 1st anniversary of its official release! New combatants and a host of anniversary event details announced!
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Smilegate unveiled the “Nightmare Festival” showcase to mark the 1st anniversary of the official release of “Chaos Zero Nightmare,” a roguelike RPG developed by SUPER CREATIVE, announcing new combatants, system improvements and 1st-anniversary events.
A new breast cancer screening option to ease concerns about pain and embarrassment: フィリップス Japan holds media roundtable on breast cancer screening on the first day of Pink Ribbon Month
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On Oct. 1, 2026, フィリップス Japan held a media roundtable on breast cancer screening at 高原クリニック イノベーティブスキャン on the first day of Pink Ribbon Month, explaining the potential of MRI-based screening and ways to lower barriers to getting screened.
Facts
It affects 1 in 8 Japanese women
The breast cancer screening rate is 51.0%
It has not reached the national target of at least 60%
[Proposal] AI agents transcend “organizational barriers”
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株式会社三菱総合研究所 has published a proposal report anticipating the emergence of an “A2A economy,” in which business transactions between companies become autonomous as generative AI and AI agents spread. It proposes that “managed risk-taking” through the development of industry-specific middle platforms is essential for Japan to participate.
Notice of licensing agreement for “RECRAZE（リクレイズ）”
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株式会社ブランチ・アウト and 株式会社寛斎スーパースタジオ have signed a product licensing partnership agreement for “RECRAZE” and will begin developing apparel and fashion accessories.
Facts
with more than 20 years of experience
boasts a track record of more than 400 licensing agreements
In partnership with the senior care business of Ajinomoto Co., Ltd. and AEON Retail Co., Ltd.
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味の素株式会社 has begun providing its nutrition guidance service “ReTabell” to イオンリテール株式会社’s senior care business “MySCUE,” introducing it at the MySCUE Aeon Mall Dainichi store in Moriguchi, Osaka Prefecture.
[Earned a satisfaction rating of 3.6 out of 4 at the previous event!] Second edition of business growth event proves popular, featuring a company that achieved approximately 150% sales growth in 2 years / PORTERS
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ポーターズ株式会社 will hold “How Can Recruitment Agencies Create Their Next Phase of Growth?” on Oct. 15, 2026, discussing business expansion strategies and the use of AI through case studies from コンフィデンス・インターワークス and スポーツフィールド.
Facts
Thursday, October 15, 2026
consolidated sales reached approximately 10 billion yen
has supported the business growth of recruitment agencies for 25 years
[Health insurance associations and employers jointly implement exercise initiatives] Launch of a plan to design pathways for participation after health checkups
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フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has launched a plan to design participation pathways for health insurance associations and employers to jointly implement exercise initiatives after health checkups.
三井不動産グループ’s “MGH Rewards Club” membership program, covering 40 hotels in Japan and overseas, launches the “Autumn Travel Giveaway Campaign 2026,” with luxury hotel stays up for grabs!
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株式会社三井不動産ホテルマネジメント will hold the “Autumn Travel Giveaway Campaign 2026” for the “MGH Rewards Club” membership program, covering 三井不動産グループ’s 40 hotels in Japan and overseas, from Oct. 16 to Nov. 30, 2026. A prize drawing will award hotel stay invitations and MGH points, while newsletter subscribers will receive coupons for up to 10% off.
Facts
40 hotels in Japan and overseas
Friday, October 16, 2026
Monday, Nov. 30, 2026
a total of 15 pairs, or 30 people
Limited-time offer: 3,000 MGH points
Up to 10% off
Companies mentioned：株式会社三井不動産ホテルマネジメント、三井不動産グループ、三井ガーデンホテルズ、ザ セレスティンホテルズ、sequence、MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel 台北忠孝
[LIPS Shopping] A 2-week sale kicks off! Get up to 20% off with discount coupons and enjoy great deals on cosmetics this fall, too — LIPS Festa 2026 Autumn
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株式会社AppBrew, which operates “LIPS Shopping,” will hold “LIPS Festa 2026 Autumn” starting Oct. 13, 2026, and distribute coupons for up to 20% off on 2 occasions.
Facts
20% OFF with purchases of 12,000 yen (tax included) or more
15% OFF with purchases of 9,000 yen (tax included) or more
10% OFF with purchases of 6,000 yen (tax included) or more
GiXo’s Endo Shunei to speak at “ad:tech tokyo 2026”
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Endo Shunei of 株式会社ギックス will speak at the international marketing conference “ad:tech tokyo 2026,” to be held in October 2026. The session will discuss the balance between algorithms and serendipity, and how collaboration between AI and people can improve the customer experience.
Frozen vending machine installed outside the east side of ふくいジュラモール! — frozen sweets and gourmet foods making headlines, on sale 24 hours a day
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“JURA SWEETS ISALAND,” a frozen vending machine operated by 株式会社番匠本店, has been installed outside the east side of ふくいジュラモール and sells frozen sweets and gourmet foods, including butter mochi and Dubai chocolate cookies, 24 hours a day.
Facts
Available for purchase 24 hours a day
We currently have approximately 4,000 carefully selected restaurants from all 47 prefectures as members
株式会社Cqree began operating its premium bento delivery service “yuizen” in October 2014.
ADKグループ signs 3-year strategic business partnership with Stagwell
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株式会社ADKホールディングス has signed a basic agreement with Stagwell Inc. on a 3-year strategic business partnership. Building on the results of their collaboration over the past 1 year, the companies will focus on supporting the global expansion of Japanese IP and helping global brands enter the Japanese market.
Kitakyushu soul food “資さんうどん” to open its first Tokai region location, “資さんうどん 熱田一番店”! Opening in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, in late January 2027!
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株式会社資さん announced that it will open “資さんうどん 熱田一番店” in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, in late January 2027, as the first Tokai region location of the Kitakyushu-born udon chain “資さんうどん.” A food truck sales event will also be held in Nagoya in October ahead of the opening.
Outlet sale “SIGHTRON JAPAN Appreciation Festival 2026: Autumn” to be held on Oct. 24 (Sat.)! Special prices on binoculars, astronomical telescopes, optical equipment, military supplies and more from popular brands
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株式会社サイトロンジャパン will hold the “SIGHTRON JAPAN Appreciation Festival 2026: Autumn” at its headquarters on Oct. 24, 2026, selling optical equipment such as binoculars and astronomical telescopes at up to 50% off.
Facts
Oct. 24, 2026
Up to 50% off
Up to 35% off
Up to 30% off
Up to approximately 50% off
Companies mentioned：株式会社サイトロンジャパン、SIGHTRON、Sky-Watcher、Askar、Vespera、OPTOLONG、Player One Astronomy、ZEISS、BERETTA、HIKMICRO、LAOWA、KamLan、SUREFIRE、WALTHER、VORTEX、LEUPOLD
KCJ GROUP株式会社 will hold the industry-government-academia collaboration workshop for junior and senior high school students, “Technology Talent Development Academy 2026: Space Course to Open Up the Future,” jointly with Fukuoka Prefecture, starting in December 2026. Applications open on Oct. 13. A new Kitakyushu venue and a model rocket launch experience will be added.
Facts
Starting in December 2026
Applications open on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
Participation fee: Free
A 4-day schedule
DAY 1: 80 people each
DAY 2–DAY 4: 40 people each
Companies mentioned：KCJ GROUP 株式会社、キッザニア福岡、株式会社QPS研究所、一般社団法人九州みらい共創、宇宙航空研究開発機構（JAXA）、九州工業大学、九州大学
Testing the potential use of a straw-equipped vacuum-insulated bottle to prevent heatstroke among patients receiving medical care; conducting a monitor survey of patients using a bottle they can drink from without tilting their necks
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タイガー魔法瓶 conducted a monitor survey of a straw-equipped vacuum-insulated bottle with 20 patients who had undergone upper-limb surgery, in cooperation with 済生会横浜市東部病院. The bottle received high marks for being operable with one hand and allowing users to drink without tilting their heads.
New “Ride Guide” feature launches in the WILLER TRAVEL app!—Solve highway bus hassles with your smartphone. Easily check seat operation after lights-out and arrival times at service areas
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WILLER MARKETING株式会社 has added a new “Ride Guide” feature to its official WILLER TRAVEL app to address concerns and inconveniences during highway bus rides. The feature includes location-based bus stop searches, timetable checks, a guide to seat operation, and in-app inquiries.
“Skincare for makeup” arrives from rom&nd! Debut of “STEP by rom&nd,” a brand exclusive to ドン・キホーテ-affiliated stores
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Korean cosmetics brand rom&nd is launching a new skincare brand, “STEP by rom&nd,” exclusive to ドン・キホーテ-affiliated stores, and will release 7 products on Oct. 23, 2026.
Turning Nakameguro’s “RIVERSIDE CLUB” into a hub for running teams of all kinds: “RIVERSIDE RUN CLUB” launches
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“RIVERSIDE CLUB MUSIC CAFÉ & BISTRO” in Nakameguro, operated by 株式会社トランジットホールディングス, has launched “RIVERSIDE RUN CLUB,” a project to create a hub for running teams. Building on events held about 10 times, with up to approximately 120 participants, the project aims to foster a community through coffee and music experiences before and after runs.
Facts
Held about 10 times
Approximately 120 people participated at its largest
Joined トランジットジェネラルオフィス in 2014
“Coffee Fest World Latte Art Championship 2016”
In 2018, the company opened its first original-roaster café
Renovated in December 2025 as “RIVERSIDE CLUB MUSIC CAFÉ & BISTRO”
It’s back this fall! Enjoy drinking, eating and exploring! “Bar-Hopping in TOKYO DOME CITY 2026 AUTUMN”
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東京ドームシティ will hold “Bar-Hopping in TOKYO DOME CITY 2026 AUTUMN” from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3, 2026. A 1,000-yen bar-hopping set will be offered at 28 participating restaurants, alongside events including a stamp rally, merchandise sales and yosakoi dancing.
Finatext Holdings selected for the first time as an outstanding company in the emerging market stocks category of the 2026 “Disclosure Awards for Outstanding Companies by Securities Analysts”
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株式会社Finatextホールディングス has been selected for the first time as an outstanding company in the emerging market stocks category of the 2026 “Disclosure Awards for Outstanding Companies by Securities Analysts.”
Facts
A total of 299 companies across 18 industries, respectively
29 emerging market stocks
30 companies providing information to individual investors
More than 500 securities analysts currently working in the field
The top 3 companies by overall score are selected as outstanding companies
Ranked 2nd in ② briefings and other events and ④ ESG-related matters
Third printing confirmed for “Rurubu ■■ Edition: Futagase”; reprint commemorative event “Futagase Observation Meeting 2026 Autumn” to be held
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株式会社JTBパブリッシング will hold the reprint commemorative event “Futagase Observation Meeting 2026 Autumn” at 紀伊國屋書店新宿本店 on Oct. 31, 2026, following confirmation of a third printing of the mockumentary horror novel “Rurubu ■■ Edition: Futagase.”
Exhibition “Prescription Library®” to mark the 120th anniversary of Ango Sakaguchi’s birth (Oct. 16–20)
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An exhibition titled “Prescription Library®” will be held at Ryutopia from Oct. 16 to 20 to mark the 120th anniversary of the birth of Ango Sakaguchi, a writer from 新潟市.
Itoki designs a new base for lunar exploration company ispace, building an office that evolves with the organization
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株式会社イトーキ handled concept development, design and construction for a new base project for lunar exploration company ispace. Under the theme “Unfinished Office,” designed to adapt to organizational change, it used 2 floors, the 6th and 7th, to create a workplace that promotes collaboration between departments.
From Christmas through the winter holiday season, Huis Ten Bosch is filled with Miffy’s charm! The hugely popular “Huis Ten Bosch × Dick Bruna Table” returns for Christmas with exciting new additions
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Huis Ten Bosch will hold a Miffy experience event from Nov. 6, 2026, to Feb. 25, 2027, featuring collaborative food, merchandise and shows with “Dick Bruna Table.”
Original merchandise featuring scene stills and other images from “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” set for release!
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株式会社ディ・テクノ began accepting preorders for original merchandise from “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” on Oct. 13, 2026. Shipment is scheduled for January 2027.
Taste-test “〆鍋™” in hot pot, ramen and rice bowls: MIM食堂, launched by MIZKAN MUSEUM, to be held for the first time
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MIZKAN MUSEUM, operated by 株式会社Mizkan Holdings, will hold “MIM食堂 ～〆鍋編～” for the first time at the ミツカン headquarters from October 2026 through January 2027. The event will offer a taste test of hot pot, ramen and rice bowls made with 3 new products. Participants can sample them and talk with developers for 100 yen.
A FREAK'S STORE exclusive Reverse Weave® made by Champion is here. The collection features 10 designs themed around regional cultures across the United States.
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A 10-design collection of FREAK'S STORE exclusive Reverse Weave® made by Champion is here. Featuring graphics themed around cultures from regions across the United States, it is on sale for 17,380 yen.
[スポーツ庁 × eiicon] Applications open for co-creation partner companies to develop new businesses with sports organizations! Online information session to be held on Oct. 22 (Thursday): “Sports Open Innovation Platform (SOIP)”
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株式会社eiicon is seeking co-creation partner companies to develop new businesses with 3 sports organizations, including those in esports, volleyball and deaf beach volleyball, through the SOIP project commissioned by スポーツ庁. An online information session will be held on Oct. 22.
Facts
10 sports organizations nationwide eligible for support
3 organizations participating in the “CO-CREATION PROGRAM”
1,750 attendees at the opening game
A total of 4,025 people attended the first 3 games of the 2026 season
7 organizations participating in the “COLLABORATION PROGRAM”
A corporate network with more than 40,000 companies
[TGC Toyama 2026] More star performers announced! 9-member idol group iLiFE! to make its TGC debut! Joining 塚本恋乃葉, 莉子 and 寺田心, popular members from highly anticipated artists will also appear!
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株式会社W TOKYO announced additional performers for “SBI GROUP presents TGC TOYAMA 2026,” to be held in Toyama Prefecture on Nov. 21, 2026. Idol group iLiFE! and models and actors will walk the runway, while popular brands including Knuth Marf and POLO CHAMPS will exhibit. 村重杏奈 will serve as the audition ambassador, and a dance workshop led by EXILE TETSUYA will also be held.
Facts
9-member idol group iLiFE!
42,000 people applied
K-Arena Yokohama, with a capacity of about 20,000
2,783 total applications
More than about 1 million total social media followers
More than about 190 stores nationwide
About 170 diverse stores gathered in one place
General sale: 10,000 yen (tax included)
TGC CARD discount: 1,500 yen off
Companies mentioned：株式会社W TOKYO、東京ガールズコレクション実行委員会、株式会社富⼭グラウジーズ、SBI GROUP、株式会社SBI証券、株式会社北陸銀行、イープラス、株式会社LDH JAPAN、iLiFE!、CANDY TUNE、SWEET STEADY、≠ME、KAJA、Knuth Marf、moment+、POLO CHAMPS、RESEXXY、SPINNS、WEGO、フューチャーシティ ファボーレ、AZUL BY MOUSSY、FREAK'S STORE、LOWRYS FARM、niko and ...
Introducing an affordable lineup of rolls: セブン‐イレブン renews and launches 2 staple products, “Rich and Savory Egg Salad Roll” and “Hot Dog”!
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン has revamped its staple products “Rich and Savory Egg Salad Roll” and “Flavorful Hot Dog,” now on sale at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide.
千葉大学 to hold a symposium and panel exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of Japan-U.S. doll exchanges: Reflecting on peace, friendship and multicultural coexistence through 100 years of dolls bringing people together
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国立大学法人千葉大学 and 渋沢研究会 will hold a symposium at 千葉大学けやき会館 on Nov. 13, 2026, to mark the 100th anniversary of Japan-U.S. doll exchanges.
[ドレモルタオ] Now accepting reservations for 2 kinds of special hors d'oeuvres to brighten Christmas and the year-end and New Year holidays! Delivered in limited quantities with the luxurious flavor only LeTAO can offer.
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ドレモルタオ, operated by 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ（株式会社ケイシイシイ）, has begun accepting reservations for 2 kinds of special hors d'oeuvres in limited quantities for Christmas and the year-end and New Year holidays.
Facts
7 colorful items
[Price] 10,500 yen (tax included)
A vast site spanning 1,600 tsubo
Opened in 1998 at Marchen Intersection, the center of Otaru tourism.
川崎区役所, 日本電気株式会社 and 一般財団法人ダイバーシティ研究所 collaborate on a pilot project to assess the needs of foreign residents
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川崎区役所, 日本電気株式会社 and 一般財団法人ダイバーシティ研究所 are launching a pilot project for foreign residents. By the end of the year, they will conduct a web survey targeting about 16,000 households and use needs analysis to gather foundational data for measures promoting multicultural coexistence.
[Yuzu-An] Reservations open today for the great-value all-you-can-eat-and-drink year-end and New Year party plan!
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寿司・しゃぶしゃぶ ゆず庵, operated by 株式会社物語コーポレーション, will offer its all-you-can-eat-and-drink year-end and New Year party plan from Nov. 10, 2026, to Feb. 15, 2027. Reservations opened on Oct. 13, 2026.
Kanagawa Prefecture and 公益財団法人神奈川県下水道公社 will hold the “Sewerage Festival” to deepen understanding of the regional sewerage projects along the Sagami and Sakawa rivers. Events, including tours of wastewater treatment facilities and a learning room, will take place at the Yanagishima Shiosai Park venue in Chigasaki (Oct. 17) and the Sakawa Kirari Plaza venue in Odawara (Oct. 24).
“e The Seven Deadly Sins 3” arrives on the free pachinko and pachislot app “777Real”!
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“e The Seven Deadly Sins 3” by サミー株式会社 will be available from Oct. 13, 2026, on “777Real,” a free pachinko and pachislot app operated by 株式会社サミーネットワークス.
From 17 years in manufacturing to a career in IT: MBA graduate to discuss driving business transformation through AI use. Online information session on Oct. 22, 2026
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Human Academy will hold an online information session on Oct. 22, 2026, featuring an MBA graduate who moved from manufacturing to IT and is driving business transformation through the use of AI.
44.0% of public servants choose or consider real estate investment as a “source of income other than salary.” Meanwhile, 17.0% “did not know procedures were required” for how resident tax is collected
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A survey of 100 public servants found that 44.0% had chosen or were considering real estate investment as a source of income other than salary, while NISA was the most popular asset-building method. In addition, 17.0% said they did not know procedures were required for how resident tax is collected.
[Survey on attitudes toward sleep] 37.8% of respondents have sleep concerns! The 2 leading concerns are “waking during the night” and “difficulty falling asleep”
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A survey by 協和薬品株式会社 and 株式会社NEXER Group found that 37.8% of 500 men and women nationwide have sleep concerns. The main concerns were “waking during the night” and “difficulty falling asleep,” while the biggest factor was “stress from work and daily life.”
Facts
500 men and women nationwide surveyed
61.9% said their sleep concern was “waking up during the night”
“Difficulty falling asleep” at 55.6%
“Light sleep” at 53.4%
37.6% said the biggest factor disrupting their sleep was “stress from work and daily life”
“Aging” followed at 23.8%
“Smartphone and computer use” at 10.6%
The most common response was “I don’t do anything in particular,” at 41.3%
“I keep a fixed bedtime” at 24.3%
“I exercise or stretch” at 22.2%
“I make bathing a habit” at 20.1%
29.4% said supplements helped them “sleep more deeply”
The most common response was “I didn’t notice any particular change,” at 35.3%
When looking for land for a custom-built home, “the surrounding living environment” is the top priority at 50.8%. What did people wish they had done differently or known earlier?
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and 福岡工務店 found that “the surrounding living environment” was the top priority when searching for land for a custom-built home, at 50.8%, while “already owned land” was the most common response, at 36.4%. A total of 93.2% felt reassured by the approach they chose, but 24.6% acknowledged regrets or a lack of prior knowledge.
Security and convenience: 60.6% say “both should be given equal priority.” About 70% respond favorably to walk-through security gates that balance the two
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株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社ナック電子 conducted a survey on the balance between security and convenience. A total of 60.6% wanted both to be given equal priority, and 73.6% responded favorably to walk-through security gates.
Facts
60.6% said “both should be given equal priority”
Targeting 500 men and women nationwide
81.0% said they had “never” experienced security being so strict that it was inconvenient
“Office/workplace” was the most common response, at 45.3%
“大丸・松坂屋 Winter Beauty Up”: Holiday coffrets and featured cosmetics information now available!
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株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店 will run the “大丸・松坂屋 Winter Beauty Up” campaign from Oct. 14 to Dec. 25, 2026. Customers who spend at least 7,000 yen at participating stores or online at DEPACO will be entered in a draw to win points worth a total of 3 million yen. Information on new cosmetics and fragrances is also available, including a holiday makeup look by Aki Sugata of 超ときめき♡宣伝部.
Find out the current skill levels at accounting firms and tax accountant corporations—and what to develop next! Discover your market value with the free “Accounting Firm and Tax Accountant Corporation Skill Maturity Assessment”!!
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ジャスネットコミュニケーションズ, a subsidiary of 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社, has released the “Accounting Firm and Tax Accountant Corporation Skill Maturity Assessment,” developed jointly with 株式会社クラウドパートナーズ. This free tool lets users answer 11 questions in about 60 seconds to see their skill level on an 8-stage scale and identify what to develop next.
An exhibition by artist Yuichi Higashionna, who has continued to create works inspired by and themed around the “uncanny” (Freud)—something felt in everyday life and close at hand—will be held at void+ from October 16 to November 14.
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Artist Yuichi Higashionna’s solo exhibition, “Paradise Transit Permit,” will be held at void+ from October 16 to November 14, 2026. The exhibition, themed around Freud’s “uncanny,” will include an installation featuring text fragments from Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Match Girl” and stripes.
Learn about cycling in a fun way with players from 北海道イエロースターズ! Porocle releases the second part of its educational video on “What’s the deal with this?” about bicycles
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認定NPO法人ポロクル, which operates the shared bicycle service “Porocle” in Sapporo, has released the second part of an educational video that offers a fun way to learn about bicycle safety with players from the men’s professional volleyball team 北海道イエロースターズ.
Facts
The first part was released in July 2026
Player Sota Yoshimura (jersey number 9)
Player Hikaru Shimanami (jersey number 73)
An agreement on comprehensive collaboration was signed in April 2026
BILLABONG × グランドプリンスホテル新高輪 to host “BILLABONG ROOFTOP CLUB,” where guests can enjoy the open-air feel of a beach resort and a sauna
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Surf brand BILLABONG and グランドプリンスホテル新高輪 are collaborating to host “BILLABONG ROOFTOP CLUB,” an event where guests can enjoy a sauna and café in a rooftop space in November 2026.
AndTech to hold a WEB online Zoom seminar on Tuesday, December 1: “Advances in the Production of Useful Substances Through Precision Fermentation and Prospects for Practical Application and Commercialization”
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株式会社AndTech will hold a WEB online Zoom seminar on December 1, 2026, on the theme “Advances in the Production of Useful Substances Through Precision Fermentation and Prospects for Practical Application and Commercialization.” The participation fee is 66,000 yen (tax included).
Facts
The seminar is scheduled to begin on December 1, 2026
APA Hotel holds groundbreaking ceremony for APA Hotel Kanda Otemachi Station North, its 16th property in Chiyoda Ward
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アパグループ held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new hotel, APA Hotel Kanda Otemachi Station North, in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo. The hotel is scheduled to open in fall 2028 and will have 261 rooms. According to the company, this will bring its number of operating properties in Chiyoda Ward to 16.
Facts
A total of 261 rooms
Autumn 2028
15 properties
2,763 rooms
3,024 rooms
Companies mentioned：アパグループ、株式会社日企設計、ピーエス・コンストラクション株式会社、株式会社辻󠄀本デザイン事務所、株式会社イシン・ホテルズ・グループ、the b お茶の水、パナソニック、西川社
Get your favorite ready for winter! “Oshare Koguma” dress-up clothes for 12 cm plush toys launch their 2026 winter collection of 5 styles on Tuesday, October 13!
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株式会社プティルウ launched all 5 styles in the 2026 winter collection of “Oshare Koguma collection,” dress-up clothes for 12 cm plush toys, on October 13.
タカヤ株式会社 will exhibit at the 28th Library Fair 2026, which opens at Pacifico Yokohama on October 20, 2026, and will set up a hands-on booth for library IC equipment.
“ROYAL FLASH” to host the launch party for “offline” Session 9 at its Daikanyama store!
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A launch party for shirt brand “offline.”’s new collection “SESSION 9” and its leather shirt collaboration with “T” will be held on October 17, 2026, at the Daikanyama store of “ROYAL FLASH,” a select shop operated by 株式会社TSI. Live performances by JAZEE MINOR and Yellow Pato are also planned.
Smart Analytics to launch “Smart MBA for Internship” on October 20, giving students hands-on experience in company management
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Originalスマート・アナリティクス株式会社は、学生向けビジネス体験プログラム「Smart MBA for Internship」を10月20日より提供開始する。半日版と1日版を用意し、MonsoonSIMを用いた会社経営のシミュレーションを通じて、利益構造やキャッシュフローなどのビジネス基礎を学ぶことができる。
U.S. patent application pending (64/164,456) “Every morning, get updates on companies that have made a move.” Corporate activity monitoring service “魁（さきがけ）” launches
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iki-ikiインフラシステム株式会社 announced that it will launch “魁（さきがけ）,” a corporate activity monitoring service that detects company developments such as establishment, relocation and name changes, on October 13, 2026. The company also mentioned its AI business platform “OBELIS.”
Facts
Available starting October 13, 2026
U.S. patent application pending (64/114,503)
OBELIS went on sale on September 15, 2026
In about 1 month since its launch
Adopted by more than 20 companies
110,000 yen per month (tax included)
A database covering approximately 5,000 companies per year
株式会社Lead accel has opened a base development platform at 東京科学大学.
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株式会社Lead accel has opened a base development platform at 東京科学大学 and will conduct joint research on accelerator-driven subcritical reactors for 3 years, from June 2026 to May 2029.
From the latest サマンサベガ collection featuring AKB48's Momoka Ito, new adult-feminine styles and checked bags perfect for fall and winter are making their debut.
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SAMANTHAVEGA, a brand operated by 株式会社サマンサタバサジャパンリミテッド, has tapped AKB48's Momoka Ito as the season visual model for its 2026 fall/winter collection and will release new bags.
With a world of interest rates becoming the norm in recent years, more people are looking to invest as steadily and prudently as possible. This magazine is a guide to safe and secure investment methods for beginner investors with a prudent outlook.
A new soy-sauce-dried fish product made with the rare, high-end longtooth grouper, “Wakasa Obama Soy-Sauce-Dried Fish,” has been developed! It will make its debut at [That Alley Market with a View of the Sea], hosted by 100年フード実行委員会 (10/31: 小浜市, Fukui Prefecture).
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Seafood processor おばまグリーザーズ and 若狭ふぐの宿下亟 have developed a new soy-sauce-dried fish product using Fukui Prefecture's branded “Wakasa Mahata.” They will test-market it at a market held in 小浜市's Ano district on October 31.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31
Original価格：780円／1個
Best before: 3 months from the date of manufacture
Project launches to promote dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in Japan to address the intense emotional storms underlying suicide and self-harm
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DBT Tokyo and 一般社団法人長谷川メンタルヘルス研究所 will invite Dr. Tony DuBose of the US-based Behavioral Tech Institute in November 2026 and hold a special public seminar on dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) at 武蔵野大学 and 早稲田大学. The event marks the launch of the “More DBT in Japan” project, which aims to promote DBT in Japan and train specialists.
[NVIDIA Jetson Thor] [Physical AI] Enables robot control without relying on the cloud. Now available: the AIE-KT78/68 edge AI computer for robots.
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アスメック株式会社 has begun offering Aetina社's AIE-KT78/68 edge AI computer. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor, the product can run VLA models on robots without relying on the cloud and supports applications including collaborative and humanoid robots.
[Online on 10/23] Seminar to support the introduction of the new lease accounting standard: “From understanding the standard to moving forward with an implementation project”
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ブリッジコンサルティンググループ株式会社 will hold an online seminar on October 23, 2026, to support the introduction of the new lease accounting standard.
Facts
Original2026年10月23日（金）15:00より
Starting with fiscal years beginning on or after April 1, 2027
Capacity: 100 people
Capital: 246 million yen (as of the end of March 2026)
10 finalists selected from 51 applicants! “Saigo Don Lookalike Contest” to be held on November 3
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鹿児島市 will hold the final round of the “Saigo Don Lookalike Contest” at Centerrace Tenmonkan on November 3, 2026, commemorating the 200th anniversary of Saigo Takamori's birth and the 150th anniversary of his death. The 10 finalists selected from 51 applicants will compete for the grand prix in the “Reiwa Saigo Don” and “Future Saigo Don” divisions.
[Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture] Why is “フクイべナ−トル” the protagonist of a picture book???
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A talk and signing event for a dinosaur series featuring “フクイベナートル” as its protagonist will be held in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, on November 14, with picture-book author たしろちさと as a guest.
アクティバリューズ to exhibit at the “Kyushu and Okinawa Hospitality and Foodservice Industry Exhibition”
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株式会社アクティバリューズ will exhibit at the “Kyushu and Okinawa Hospitality and Foodservice Industry Exhibition,” to be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka from October 28 to 29, 2026, and will showcase solutions for streamlining inquiries with AI and providing digital in-house guidance.
Facts
Original2026年10月28日（水）から29日（木）まで
At our booth (No. H-12)
Saves more than 1 hour every day
Cuts the time from 3 hours a week to 15 minutes
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Monthly fees are waived for the first 2 months after implementation
AI cloud service “emba” streamlines proofreading and inspection of labels and packaging — New features to debut at TOKYO PACK 2026 —
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株式会社ジーティービー provides “emba,” an AI cloud service that supports proofreading and inspection of labels and packaging, and plans to unveil new features for the first time at TOKYO PACK 2026, to be held in October 2026.
楽天GORA announces rankings of highly rated golf courses known for challenging greens
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楽天GORA, operated by 楽天グループ株式会社, has announced rankings of highly rated golf courses known for their challenging greens. ゴルフ５カントリーオークビレッヂ in Chiba Prefecture ranked 1st in the Kanto and Koshinetsu area, while パインレークゴルフクラブ in Hyogo Prefecture ranked 1st in the Kinki area.
Facts
At least 50 reviews during the survey period
At least 18 holes
A par of at least 70 when converted to 18 holes
Partner golf courses: approximately 2,000 in Japan and overseas
久世福商店, operated by 株式会社サンクゼール, began serving its “Rich Umami Kombu Dashi” as a drink at the Japan Airlines (JAL) domestic Sakura Lounge, which reopened after renovations on October 8, 2026.
A limited-edition collection inspired by the film “E.T.” is coming from Buffer. On sale Saturday, October 17, 2026
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HUMAN MADE株式会社 will release a limited-edition collection inspired by the film “E.T.” from 〈Buffer〉, a brand created by creative director Toru Nishiyama, on October 17, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
¥6,600
¥8,800
¥15,400
¥2,200
¥4,950
Companies mentioned：HUMAN MADE株式会社、Buffer、Universal Studios Licensing LLC、Universal City Studios LLC
Education media outlet “Campus Quest” brings the U.S. boarding school experience to life, launching in earnest for Japan.
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Campus Quest, an education media outlet operated by Best School International, LLC, which partners with U.S. boarding school information platform FindingSchool, has launched Japanese-language pages for Japan and begun offering a video series and live webinars.
Facts
12 boarding schools (private residential schools) on the U.S. East Coast
3 live webinar sessions
In the 2026 series
Now in its 3rd season
Videos are being released sequentially through October 24
4 schools participate in each session
Currently covers more than 800 schools in 4 countries
Attracts more than 1.5 million visits annually
Companies mentioned：Best School International, LLC、FindingSchool
Two months after the heavy rains in Chiba, recovery is not over even after the water recedes. Condominium damaged by 1.8m of flooding above floor level takes on the challenge of becoming a “disaster-prepared condominium”
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The management association of サンクタス新松戸, a condominium in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, damaged by 1.8m of flooding above floor level during the heavy rains in Chiba in August 2026, is tackling 3 reconstruction challenges—daily life, finances and flood control—and has launched an official portal site to share information.
Kazuya Chikaraishi reflects on his career as a trainer. His vision for establishing a new standard in personal training comes to light.
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Kazuya Chikaraishi, representative of R-TRUCK, discusses his 12 years of experience as a trainer, his role as a vocational school instructor, and his unique management philosophy, which excludes practices such as “aggressive sales pitches.”
A chance to buy a sauna tent series during the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale. Runs October 13–19 / 株式会社MGC
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株式会社MGC will offer sauna tent sets, stones, benches and other products from its brands “ShareFunN” and “UNIMIXY” at sale prices during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, running from October 13 to 19, 2026.
ア・ライトハウス・カナタ marks 1 year since its move to Omotesando with group exhibition “Ars Longa, Vita Brevis”
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International contemporary art gallery ア・ライトハウス・カナタ will hold the group exhibition “Ars Longa, Vita Brevis” from October 14 to 30, 2026, to mark 1 year since moving from Nishi-Azabu to Omotesando. The exhibition will feature approximately 50 works, and the 2nd-floor gallery will also be specially opened to visitors.
[Katsu Masa osechi] かつ雅, which operates 13 locations in Aichi Prefecture as part of the Bronco Billy Group, opens reservations for osechi! Early-bird discounts and products limited to 200 orders are available through Monday, November 30!
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Tonkatsu chain かつ雅, operated by 株式会社レ・ヴァン, has 13 locations in Aichi Prefecture and has opened online reservations for 5 types of osechi dishes for the New Year. Early-bird discounts apply through November 30, 2026, and a special price is also available for a limited quantity of 200.
Facts
Operates 148 ステーキハウス ブロンコビリー steakhouse locations
Limited to 200 units
30,780 yen including tax
25,920 yen including tax
28,512 yen including tax
41,688 yen including tax
20,520 yen including tax
A tonkatsu chain with a history of more than 30 years
[NPO法人Grow&Leap] Intergenerational co-creation event “THE Leaders Lab vol.3,” bringing together middle and high school students, university students and working adults, to be held on November 1 and 7
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NPO法人Grow & Leap and 株式会社デンソー will jointly host “THE Leaders Lab vol.3,” an intergenerational co-creation event for middle and high school students, university students and working adults, on November 1, 2026 (Nagoya) and November 7 (online).
Facts
THE Leaders Lab vol.3
In Nagoya on November 1
Will be held online on November 7
More than 60 people participate each year
Satisfaction rating of 4.8 or higher (on a 5-point scale)
4.8 or higher on a 5-point scale
Participants will also include members from the 1st through 6th cohorts of the My Story Project (MSP)”
Immersive audio guide for “Memory Contamination Exhibition,” narrated by voice actor Yuki Kaji, achieves a purchase rate approximately 6 times the average.
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The immersive audio guide for “Memory Contamination Exhibition,” jointly developed by no plan株式会社 and TwoGate, achieved a high purchase rate equivalent to approximately 6 times the average usage rate at art museums and museums (approximately 3%). Featuring narration by Yuki Kaji and the use of AI, it will also be available at the exhibition’s Osaka run.
Facts
Admission ticket with audio guide (3,290 yen
Regular admission ticket: 2,300 yen
Approximately 3% is the average rate at art museums and museums
Exhibition period: November 14, 2026 (Saturday)–January 24, 2027 (Sunday), 70 days
Web Grand Prix 14th Corporate Grand Prix category: finalists for the second-round screening announced, along with special judges made up of experts
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The Japan Advertisers Association Digital Marketing Institute, a public interest incorporated association, announced the first-round screening results for the 14th Web Grand Prix. A total of 45 sites across the corporate BtoB, BtoC, promotion, corporate and recruitment categories advanced to the second-round screening, and 31 special judges were selected.
Facts
Has 304 member companies
81 participating companies
31 special judges
292 judges in total
Corporate BtoB Site Award: 9 sites
Corporate BtoC Site Award: 13 sites
Promotional Site Award: 6 sites
Corporate Site Award: 12 sites
Recruitment Site Award: 5 sites
A total of 45 sites advanced to the second-round screening
Starting Oct. 13
Through October 30
The awards ceremony for the grand prizes in each category will be held on December 3
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人日本アドバタイザーズ協会 デジタルマーケティング研究機構、トクセン工業株式会社、株式会社SmartHR、株式会社インフォバーン、GO株式会社、ソニーセミコンダクタソリューションズ株式会社、高砂熱学工業株式会社、株式会社三菱UFJ銀行、株式会社うるる、岩崎電気株式会社、アース製薬株式会社、東武タワースカイツリー株式会社、株式会社カプコン、株式会社ニチレイフーズ、阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、第一三共ヘルスケア株式会社、株式会社横浜赤レンガ、埼玉県済生会川口総合病院、株式会社トヨタ名古屋教育センター、パナソニック エレクトリックワークス株式会社、マツダ株式会社、公益社団法人 ２０２５年日本国際博覧会協会、花王株式会社、スマートニュース株式会社、株式会社JTB、日本航空株式会社、学校法人近畿大学、日清食品ホールディングス株式会社、大成建設株式会社、株式会社 青山高原ウインドファーム、日本郵便株式会社、株式会社ノット、ハナマルキ株式会社、学校法人桜美林学園、サッポロビール株式会社、KDDI株式会社、NTT東日本株式会社、株式会社石勝エクステリア、ビービーメディア株式会社、ホシザキ株式会社、コクヨ株式会社、株式会社豊田自動織機ITソリューションズ、株式会社集英社、東急株式会社、株式会社かんぽ生命保険、株式会社大広WEDO、日本郵政株式会社、リクルート株式会社、BtoBマーケティング研究所、iU大学、江端浩人事務所、MAIDX LLC、AlMONDO、株式会社マーべリンク、ENEOS株式会社、株式会社LIXIL、株式会社ウエス、一般社団法人新雪、株式会社ディーゼロ、株式会社SUBARU、株式会社Suuna、北海道エアポート株式会社、サントリーホールディングス株式会社、株式会社電通、日本マーケティング学会、株式会社エクシング、株式会社Breathe、SCデジタル株式会社、テルモ株式会社、ライオン株式会社、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、東京理科大学経営学部国際デザイン経営学科、株式会社マーケティングサイエンスラボ、キヤノン株式会社、株式会社ツルカメ、米系広告プラットフォーム、to be continued合同会社、Relo Metrics、株式会社ポーラ
Haseko Live Net begins sales of “Tokai Region Rental Apartment Rent Market Map, 2026 Edition”
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株式会社長谷工ライブネット has begun sales of the “Tokai Region Rental Apartment Rent Market Map, 2026 Edition,” which analyzes rental apartment rents by rail line and station across the Tokai region.
MIRAI to support staffing with 10 specified-skilled workers at a single care facility in Hokkaido! Supporting the arrival and placement of 3 new Filipino staff members
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MIRAI株式会社 announced that it supported the arrival and placement of 3 Filipino workers with specified skills at a care facility in Hokkaido, bringing the facility’s cumulative number of workers accepted to 10.
Facts
3 Filipino workers with specified skills in “nursing care”
Expanding the “Potential of Purchase Data”—TRUE DATA × WISE Ads BRAND BOOSTER—Company employee to speak at Retail Media Summit 2026 on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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An employee of 株式会社大広 will speak at “Retail Media Summit 2026,” taking place on November 11, 2026, and discuss the potential of advertising initiatives using purchase data.
<2nd IT & Corporate IT DXPO Fukuoka ’26> Exhibition for system development, security and IT talent development
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ブティックス株式会社 will hold the “2nd IT & Corporate IT DXPO Fukuoka ’26” at Marine Messe Fukuoka on October 22 and 23. The event is a business-matching exhibition for system development, security and IT talent development, and will also feature a total of 20 expert seminars.
[Extended through the end of October due to popular demand] キズキ共育塾 offers an enrollment fee waiver campaign for its “Comeback Admission Course”
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キズキ共育塾, operated by 株式会社キズキ, is extending its enrollment fee waiver campaign for the “Comeback Admission Course” through October 31, 2026. Individual tutoring for students with needs such as school refusal and developmental disabilities is available, limited to 5 students at each campus.
[Smartphone accessories industry] The 3rd collection of original smartphone cases featuring the anime “ポンコツクエスト ～魔王と派遣の魔物たち～” arrives from caseplay, which boasts No. 1 rankings for supported models, collaborations and designs!
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caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, will release the 3rd collection of original smartphone cases featuring the anime “ポンコツクエスト ～魔王と派遣の魔物たち～” on October 13, 2026. The collection features 4 Halloween-themed designs and supports more than 170 models. Price: 4,980 yen, including tax.
“Samyang 1963,” a hit that sold approximately 7 million servings in its first month in Korea, arrives in Japan for the first time! Savory beef-tallow-fried noodles to launch early at セブン‐イレブン!
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch “Samyang 1963,” a premium packaged ramen that sold approximately 7 million servings in its first month in Korea, ahead of its wider Japan release at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide starting October 20.
[ルイ·ヴィトン] New men’s bags with simple, elegant designs that showcase the quality of the leather
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Louis Vuitton has unveiled 4 new men’s bag models made from nappa leather: Keepall Bandoulière 35, Nile XL, Vagabond Hobo PM and Alma 45. The press release lists the price, materials and dimensions of each product.
株式会社WAKUWAKU is holding the renovation photo contest “#私のリノベ見せます。” for customers who have created their homes through リノベ不動産. Grand prize winners will receive prizes including PayPay worth 50,000 yen. The entry deadline is November 30, 2026, and results are scheduled to be announced on January 20, 2027.
From “We need to prepare for disasters” to “Thinking of those we love.”
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学生団体OLEA is rolling out a new disaster-prevention initiative in Tottori Prefecture, where “Bosai Kokutai” will be held, and in 3 areas of Kyoto City (Kita Ward, Kashino school district and Suzaku No. 2 school district). The initiative uses everyday activities involving flowers, food and local community spirit as an entry point.
[Limited to 12 participants; free event] “AMOS MEMBERS Premium Event” offers the chance to play against all 4 top mahjong professionals!
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大洋技研株式会社 will host the special “AMOS MEMBERS Premium Event” for members of its “AMOS MEMBERS” service on November 14, 2026, inviting 4 mahjong professionals, including Aiko Hyuga. The event is free to attend, limited to 12 participants, and entry is by lottery.