Baroque Japan Limited: Launches sales of reused products at the brand-certified circular store “ReLIKE”
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株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド opened “MOUSSY REUSE STORE,” an e-commerce site selling reused products from its founding brand “MOUSSY,” at “ReLIKE,” a brand-certified circular store operated by Free Standard株式会社, on Sept. 16. The company aims to achieve zero disposal of leftover inventory and zero incineration by FY2030.
Chiba University supports working professionals in learning about interprofessional education, practice and care technology — Opens FY Reiwa 8 certificate programs and seeks participants
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Starting in FY Reiwa 8, Chiba University will launch 3 certificate programs for working professionals in the health, medical and welfare fields: Interprofessional Practice Promoter, Education Designer and Care Tech Master. It is recruiting participants ahead of the programs’ launch in November 2026.
Facts
3 certificate programs
Common foundational courses (40 hours)
Learning in each specialized field (about 20 hours)
Solve everyday worries with philosophy! “Answers from Philosophers: Advice from Philosophers,” from “Enjoy Simple English Readers,” goes on sale Oct. 14.
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“Answers from Philosophers: Advice from Philosophers,” a spin-off mook from the NHK radio English course “Enjoy Simple English,” will go on sale Oct. 14, 2026. Written in English at a middle-school graduate level, it uses philosophy to address everyday concerns and includes Japanese translations and audio.
HIS × 一般財団法人熱海観光局 launches premium autumn day bus tour to experience Atami with all five senses
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株式会社エイチ・アイ・エス will partner with 一般財団法人熱海観光局 to launch a premium day bus tour in December 2026, featuring autumn-leaf illuminations at MOA美術館 and a boxed meal from THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS熱海.
Halloween exclusive! A collection of “spookily cute” sweets ♪ 5 items, including an assortment of petit cakes and pumpkin pudding, available starting Oct. 16
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株式会社銀座コージーコーナー will sell 5 Halloween-exclusive sweets at fresh cake stores nationwide starting Oct. 16, 2026.
auフィナンシャルサービス, ナッジ and JCB form strategic alliance to build a co-creation platform for cards
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auフィナンシャルサービス, ナッジ and JCB have signed a basic agreement on a strategic alliance to build a card platform that will allow diverse companies and communities to quickly and flexibly launch their own credit cards.
Launching a collagen jelly perfect for the season when skin hydration is a concern — Limited-quantity release on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026: “Deep Charge Collagen La France Jelly” (Foods with Function Claims)
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株式会社ファンケル will release a limited quantity of “Deep Charge Collagen La France Jelly,” a Food with Function Claims product designed to help combat dryness in autumn and winter. Formulated with collagen peptides, it supports skin hydration and elasticity.
[栄光ゼミナール × RIDDLER] Collaboration event between a major cram school and a puzzle-creator group, “Puzzle-Solving Classroom,” to be held Nov. 15
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栄光ゼミナール, operated by 株式会社栄光, and puzzle-creator group RIDDLER will hold “Puzzle-Solving Classroom” in Ichigaya, Tokyo, on Nov. 15, 2026, for children in grades 1–3.
Facts
November 15, 2026
100 people per session
1,100 yen (tax included)
Nov. 11 (Wed.)
Companies mentioned：株式会社増進会ホールディングス、Ｚ会グループ、株式会社栄光、栄光ゼミナール、RIDDLER（リドラ）株式会社、ひらめき学習塾『リドラボ'”、栄光の個別ビザビ、大学受験ナビオ、EIKOH LiNKSTUDY、アイ・シー・イー幼児教室、Ｚ会エクタス栄光ゼミナール、E-style Produced by栄光ゼミナール
Can one smartphone banish the worries of a Shichi-Go-San celebration!? A clear, easy-to-understand video about pre-booking “online consultations” is now on YouTube!
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有限会社三景スタジオ has released a YouTube video explaining the convenience of online consultations offered by 写真工房ぱれっと to help customers discuss Shichi-Go-San and commemorative photo sessions before booking.
[Pixio] Tidy up from out of sight. Launches a cable management box with a removable tray for 2 ways to use it
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Hamee株式会社 announced that it will begin taking preorders on Oct. 14, 2026, for “PXCB1WH,” a cable management box from gaming accessories brand Pixio. Its removable tray allows it to be used in 2 ways.
Facts
October 14, 2026 (Wed.)
¥5,980 including tax
Securities code: Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard 3134
[島忠] Starts Wednesday, Oct. 14! 10th installment of the “Unbeatable Bargain Sale,” a full-scale price-support initiative to beat rising prices: 22 items, including new-crop rice, daily necessities and autumn/winter goods, at special prices.
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株式会社島忠 will hold the 10th installment of its “Unbeatable Bargain Sale” starting Oct. 14, 2026, offering 22 items, including new-crop rice and daily necessities, at special prices. A campaign for recovery wear will also be held.
Two gaming monitors featuring TrueBlack Glossy WOLED panels: a 31.5-inch model that switches between 4K/240Hz and FHD/480Hz, and a 26.5-inch QHD/240Hz model, now available
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ASUS JAPAN株式会社 has launched 2 WOLED gaming monitors under its gaming brand ROG: a 31.5-inch model supporting 4K/240Hz and a 26.5-inch model supporting QHD/240Hz.
Facts
Friday, October 16, 2026
4K
240Hz
FHD
480Hz
QHD
15%
25%
60%
0.03ms
38%
1,500,000:1
99.5%
500
1,500cd/㎡
35%
3 years
99%
400
1,300cd/㎡
30%
110mm
Companies mentioned：ASUS JAPAN株式会社、Republic of Gamers、ROG、ASUS
ASUS JAPAN announces preorders for 2 creator-focused AI laptops powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark, the “ProArt P16 (H7607)” and “ProArt P14 (H7407),” in 4 models
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ASUS JAPAN announced the opening of preorders for the creator-focused AI laptops “ProArt P16 (H7607)” and “ProArt P14 (H7407),” powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark. They are scheduled to go on sale on October 23, 2026.
Facts
Scheduled to go on sale sequentially from Friday, October 23, 2026
Delivers AI performance of up to 1 petaflop
Model equipped with 128GB of unified memory
Model equipped with 48GB of unified memory
The model equipped with 48GB of unified memory is scheduled to go on sale from mid-November 2026 onward
Release dates set for music albums of the musicals “ヴェラキッカ” and “LILIUM -リリウム新約少女純潔歌劇-” from playwright Kenichi Suemitsu’s TRUMP series! “はじめての繭期” event to be held on YouTube!
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The release dates have been set for music albums of “ヴェラキッカ” and “LILIUM -リリウム新約少女純潔歌劇-,” musicals from playwright Kenichi Suemitsu’s TRUMP series, and a commemorative event will be held on YouTube.
【星のや奈良監獄】Wins the “Japanese Social Design Project Award” at the “ELLE DECO International Design Awards 2027”
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星のや奈良監獄 has won the “Japanese Social Design Project Award,” a Japan-specific award at the “ELLE DECO International Design Awards 2027.” Its design, which transformed the Important Cultural Property of Japan, the Former Nara Prison, into a luxury hotel, and the social significance of its sustainable use of cultural heritage were highly praised.
Facts
2027
48 rooms
147,000 yen
9m high
Founded in 2003
15 categories
Established in 1908
Closure in 2017
Luxury hotel in 2026
2025 marked the 20th anniversary of the brand’s launch
June 25, 2026
Companies mentioned：星野リゾート、星のや、星のや奈良監獄、東 環境・建築研究所、エル・デコ、ELLE DECO International Design Awards、EDIDA
“Minions & Monsters” Blu-ray & DVD releases on Dec. 9 (Wed.)! Download sales begin early on Oct. 14 (Wed.), with rental streaming starting on Nov. 11 (Wed.)!
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The Blu-ray and DVD of “Minions & Monsters” will go on sale on December 9, with early download sales beginning on October 14 and rental streaming starting on November 11. The “Despicable Me & Minions 7-Movie Collection” will also be released on the same day.
Facts
More than 45 minutes of bonus content
Cumulative box office revenue of $5.6 billion
¥5,390 (tax included)
14,190 yen (tax included)
¥10,890 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハピネット、株式会社ハピネット・メディアマーケティング、Universal Pictures Home Entertainment、イルミネーション、Universal Studios
【Hankyu Cake Delivery “CAKE LINK”】Collaboration sweets with Keita Koshimizu, Japan’s representative at World Chocolate Masters 2026, go on sale October 20 (Tue.)
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CAKE LINK, the cake delivery service operated by 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店, will begin selling collaboration sweets with pastry chef Keita Koshimizu, Japan’s representative at World Chocolate Masters 2026, on October 20.
Facts
¥4,536 (tax included)
8 pieces per pack
October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
Companies mentioned：株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、株式会社Chocolate Times
“The Life of Muhomatsu,” based on the Shin Kokugeki classic “無法一代,” returns to the stage for the first time in 15 years! Wakajishikai-produced “Oosaka Version VIII” to be staged at ABCホール in December
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The Wakajishikai-produced play “The Life of Muhomatsu” will be staged at ABCホール starting December 3, 2026, with tickets available through カンフェティ.
大丸福岡天神店 has opened reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes. The lineup includes motif cakes and cakes made with ingredients from Kyushu and Aso, with orders accepted exclusively through 大丸松坂屋オンラインストア.
Facts
5,940 yen, including tax
¥5,400, tax included
4,860 yen (tax included)
8,100 yen (tax included)
¥4,536 including tax
¥6,000 including tax
¥4,752 including tax
4,352 yen (tax included)
4,320 yen including tax
¥5,184 including tax
4,399 yen (tax included)
October 14 (Wed.)
Sunday, December 13
Thursday, Dec. 24
25 (Fri.)
Thursday, Oct. 1
Monday, December 14
Dec. 19 (Sat)
Sunday, Nov. 29
Wednesday, Nov. 25
Dec. 6 (Sun)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、大丸松坂屋オンラインストア、大丸福岡天神店、フランス菓子16区、パティスリールイ、LA VIE EN ROSE（ラヴィアンローズ）、ル・ブルトン、チョコレートショップ、西洋菓子工房IMURI、アンジェココ、ラフェブルー、パティスリーエスポワール、ロン・ポワン、タカナシ乳業、お菓子の工房 オペラ、ravi（ラヴィ）、ホシフルーツ、ヨックモック
“GMO Sign for kintone” launches, adding electronic contract functionality without changing existing form tools
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GMOグローバルサイン・HD will launch “GMO Sign for kintone,” an electronic contract signing plugin for Cybozu’s kintone, on October 14, 2026. It adds signing functionality without requiring changes to existing form tools and also supports SMS and in-person signing.
Behind the scenes of the hand-drawn animation for the film “Street Fighter / The Movie”: making-of footage released!
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Making-of footage for the film “Street Fighter / The Movie” and the casting of Ma Dong-seok as Gouken have been announced. Movie tickets with merchandise are on sale through a collaboration with ローソン。
Report Ocean publishes analysis of the spotlight market for “substations for data centers”
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On October 9, 2026, レポートオーシャン published an analysis of the spotlight market for substations for data centers. The report analyzes the growing importance of power infrastructure amid rising demand from AI and hyperscalers, challenges caused by extended equipment procurement lead times, the potential integration of modular equipment with renewable energy and battery storage, and the competitive landscape, including 日立エナジー。
From BanG Dream!: Poppin'Party’s 23rd single “Skip Slump Slipper” released today!
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株式会社ブシロードミュージック will release Poppin'Party’s 23rd single “Skip Slump Slipper” on October 14. Related announcements were also made about a split single by Poppin'Party and Roselia, and a live event commemorating ブシロード’s 20th anniversary.
【Free seminars in 10・11】2 courses to address the concerns of business owners and HR professionals!
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株式会社ビズアップ総研 will hold 2 free seminars in October and November 2026 on the design and operation of performance appraisal systems and revisions to HR systems.
イエビー to exhibit at “yab Fureai Festa 2026.” Giving parents and children a chance to explore homebuilding through a sandbox treasure hunt and digital experiences
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イエビー exhibited at “yab Fureai Festa 2026,” held at Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park from October 10 to 12, 2026. Through a sandbox treasure hunt, digital experiences and “イエビーブロック,” a homebuilding experience tool, it gave parents and children a chance to explore building a home.
Facts
From October 10, 2026 (Saturday) to 12 (Monday, holiday)
Kaia adds Japanese yen stablecoin “JPYC” as an eligible asset in its contribution rewards program “CR”
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Kaia DLT Foundation announced that it will add the Japanese yen stablecoin “JPYC” as an eligible asset in its contribution rewards program “CR” starting October 21, 2026. It also announced that undistributed rewards from Epoch 1 and Epoch 2 will be burned, bringing the cumulative amount burned to 4,905,146 KAIA.
Facts
Starting October 21, 2026
Undistributed rewards of 2,441,567 KAIA from the second settlement
Announcement: Synology’s annual flagship event “Synology Solution Day 2026”
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株式会社アスク announces Synology Japan’s annual flagship event, “Synology Solution Day 2026,” to be held in Tokyo on November 13, 2026. 株式会社アスク is an authorized reseller.
【Strengthening responses when AI searches for your company. Recruiting 100 companies for the beta】“AIORIS,” a service supporting the dissemination of recruitment information, launches open beta
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日本トライスタイル株式会社 has launched the open beta of “AIORIS,” an AI search visibility and optimization platform that supports the dissemination of recruitment information, and is recruiting approximately 100 companies.
アルフレッド begins discussions on asbestos analysis collaboration with established Indian testing institution エルカ・ラボラトリーズ — bringing expertise from approximately 100,000 samples per year and AI to the local market
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アルフレッド株式会社 has begun discussions on collaborating with エルカ・ラボラトリーズ, an Indian testing institution, on asbestos analysis and regulatory compliance. アルフレッド株式会社 plans to expand its business in India by combining its experience analyzing approximately 100,000 samples annually and its AI technology with エルカ・ラボラトリーズ’ local expertise.
“Strengthening and launching comprehensive security support” Protecting corporate assets from a growing wave of information leaks and cyberattacks
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株式会社リプラス has strengthened its digital forensics investigation services to address ransomware and unauthorized access, and has begun selling a comprehensive security solution combining YAMAHA UTM devices with ESET.
GEOSURF to launch domestic sales of SkylandX’s next-generation handheld 3D scanner “MetaCam Air 3”
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ジオサーフ株式会社 plans to begin selling SkylandX’s next-generation handheld 3D scanner “MetaCam Air 3” in Japan. It will be unveiled in Japan for the first time at a roadshow scheduled for October 2026.
【Sapporo Streetcar】Sapporo Streetcar Line Shopping Rally 2026
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一般財団法人札幌市交通事業振興公社 will hold the “Shopping Rally 2026” along the Sapporo streetcar line. The first round will run from October 14 to November 30, Reiwa 8, and the second from December 9 to January 29 of the following year. Prizes will be awarded by lottery after participants make purchases at participating stores and confirm keywords by riding the streetcar.
【Kagawa Olive Guyners】Middle school students visit a shopping arcade with professional baseball players! A workplace experience connecting with the community through the team’s work
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On Oct. 21, 2026, 香川オリーブガイナーズ球団株式会社 will take 3 students from Sanuki Municipal Minami Junior High School and players to a shopping arcade in Takamatsu to provide a workplace experience introducing team activities and how its community support system works.
TAC株式会社 will hold an event titled “The first step toward open organizational development: lessons from 2 companies’ boundary-crossing practices” on Oct. 29, 2026, co-hosted with 日鉄ソリューションズ.
Launch of the full version of SourcePick AIO, a tool for AIO/LLMO measures that reveals measurement accuracy
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フェアテック株式会社 launched the full version of its AIO/LLMO tool, SourcePick AIO, on Oct. 14, 2026. It automatically tracks mentions of your company and competitors across up to 5 AI systems and publishes accuracy data to help optimize costs.
【Experts explain in 3 minutes】Compare “who you can reach and how to narrow your target” all at once! “The Forefront of Targeted Advertising” seminar
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株式会社ビズパ will hold the “7th Adclo 3 minutes Pitch: The Forefront of Targeted Advertising” on Oct. 21, 2026, with 9 media outlets presenting their target audiences and targeting methods.
Toward Japan’s top spot through all-around strength! Yūne Inada and Tomoka Aranami take the overall titles! [51st All-Japan Flying Disc Individual Overall Championships]
【Sold out】TSE Standard-listed あなぶき興産’s 19th 【Jointo α】 fund reaches its fundraising target!
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穴吹興産株式会社, part of あなぶきグループ, announced that its 47th fund, “Area-Diversified Alpha Asset Fund, 19th Offering,” operated on its real estate crowdfunding platform Jointo α, reached its fundraising target of 306 million yen on its first day, Oct. 13, 2026.
【Yamaguchi experience event】Experience it with your family! Discover and enjoy Yamaguchi’s charms at the “Take a deep breath in Yamaguchi: Experience the Yamaguchi lifestyle” fair, held in Fukuoka on Sunday, Nov. 1!
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Yamaguchi Prefecture will hold the “Experience the Yamaguchi lifestyle” fair in Tenjin, Fukuoka, on Nov. 1, 2026. The event will include relocation consultations and workshops for families, with free admission.
Official prices for 8,602 luxury-brand products tracked; 13.6% saw price increases, highlighting a “two-tier market.” Truetagg releases the October 2026 edition of “Price Tracker”
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株式会社Truetagg released the October 2026 edition of its “Luxury Brand Price Tracker,” which tracks official prices for luxury fashion. Of 8,602 products, 13.6% saw price increases. Prices rose at some brands, including GOLDEN GOOSE and BURBERRY, while 8 brands, including MARNI and BALENCIAGA, held prices steady.
ART births hit a record 86,473, accounting for about 1 in 8 children born
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一般社団法人JISART announced that the number of children born through ART in 2024 reached a record 86,473, or about 1 in 8 of all births. Meanwhile, the total number of births fell to a record low of 686,173. JISART continues to certify facilities and compile and publish clinical and embryology outcomes to standardize and improve the quality of assisted reproductive technology.
Facts
Births in 2024 totaled 686,173
The total fertility rate was also 1.15
Children born through ART accounted for about 12.6% of all births in 2024
How can big companies turn AI adoption into business transformation? NINAE to hold the “Enterprise AI Conference 2026” on Thursday, Dec. 10
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株式会社NINAE will hold the “Enterprise AI Conference 2026” online on Dec. 10, 2026. Aimed at major companies with 1,000 or more employees, the event will feature speakers from 日本マイクロソフト, 三井住友銀行, 三菱UFJ信託銀行, パーソルキャリア, LayerX and others for discussions on AI adoption and business transformation. Participation is free.
[Tokyo Year-End Special Seminar] Final review seminar to prevent oversights before April 1 on “supervising and support organizations for the Employment for Skill Development program” and “new requirements for registered support organizations,” to be held Dec. 15
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株式会社e-Bridge will hold a free seminar in Tokyo on Dec. 15 to address the Employment for Skill Development program taking effect on April 1, 2027, new requirements for registered support organizations, and tougher penalties for promoting illegal employment.
[Nishi-Azabu 蓮] A supreme New Year experience combining French and Chinese techniques. Reservations open for a special two-tier osechi box featuring “shark fin simmered in white broth” and “shrimp in Newburg chili sauce,” limited to 40 boxes on a first-come, first-served basis
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NA Group株式会社 announced that 蓮, a restaurant combining French and Chinese techniques, has begun accepting reservations for its special two-tier osechi box. Limited to 40 boxes, it features 2 tiers filled with premium ingredients such as shark fin and shrimp.
Backordered last winter, with orders pouring in before launch this season. Compact model joins the GLASS glass humidifier lineup, designed to fit easily in your home
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株式会社QUADS announced the expansion of its GLASS glass-pot steam humidifier lineup. The company will begin selling the QS649, successor to the popular QS549 from last winter, and the compact QS629 model for bedrooms in late September 2026.
Facts
Shipments last season reached around 9,000 units
Water tank capacity: 2.6L
Maximum humidification capacity: around 650ml/h
The recommended coverage area is 17 tatami mats in a prefabricated Western-style room
Water tank capacity: 1.7L
Maximum humidification capacity: around 380ml/h
The unit measures 22cm in diameter × 26.5cm in height
Its size makes it easy to place in bedrooms and private rooms of up to 10 tatami mats in a prefabricated Western-style home
株式会社Gaia Vision has been selected for the “SBIR Promotion Program (FY2026 linked type)” run by 国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構（NEDO）.
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株式会社Gaia Vision has been selected for Phase 1 of NEDO’s “SBIR Promotion Program (FY2026 linked type)” and will develop technology using satellite observations, hydrological models and AI to visualize water resource use and methane emissions in rice paddies.
Record 2,860 participants! Report on VALUE DESIGN SUMMIT 2026, where attendance by major-company employees grew by around 1.9 times
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Report on the online conference VALUE DESIGN SUMMIT 2026, hosted by 株式会社NEWh. Total registrations reached a record 2,860, while attendance by major-company employees grew by around 1.9 times.
Facts
Total registrations: 2,860
Employees of major companies (※2) accounted for 53.4%
New Year Lunch Buffet at 東京ベイ舞浜ホテル ファーストリゾート (Jan. 1–3, 2027)
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東京ベイ舞浜ホテル ファーストリゾート will host its New Year Lunch Buffet from Jan. 1 to 3, 2027. The buffet includes sirloin steak, seafood chirashi sushi and osechi dishes, and costs 6,800 yen for adults.
[車折神社 × Yadaiya Gihee] The edible good-luck charm “推むすび米” is here. A new fan experience that lets you forge a bond with your favorite by eating a special rice offering
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株式会社八代目儀兵衛 will launch “推むすび米,” rice to eat while making a wish for your favorite, in collaboration with Kyoto’s 車折神社.
Facts
1,200 yen (tax included)
2 cups of rice
More than 4,000 vermilion-painted tamagaki fence panels
[Finally revealed!] The second release in the “掛け軸シリーズ,” following the sellout of all 582 bottles in the first release in just 1 day, is “シングルモルト長濱”! Limited to 160 bottles, with online sales scheduled to begin Friday, Oct. 30, 2026!
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The second release from 株式会社ロイヤルマイル’s private bottler brand “掛け軸シリーズ by The Plinius,” “長濱 シングルモルト 掛け軸シリーズ 2022-2026 アイラクォーターカスク,” is scheduled to go on sale through the official online shop on Oct. 30, 2026, in a limited run of 160 bottles.
Fukuoka ramen brand 一康流福岡ラーメン, which operates in overseas markets, makes its Japan debut! Its 1st location in Japan will reopen under the new brand in Okayama City on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
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ワイエスフード株式会社, a subsidiary of Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社, will bring the overseas Fukuoka ramen brand 一康流福岡ラーメン to Japan for the first time, rebranding and reopening its 1st store in Japan, 一康流福岡ラーメン 妹尾店, in Okayama City on Oct. 15, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 15, 2026
950 yen
540 yen
59 seats in total
Equipped with 29 parking spaces
Capital: 50 million yen
Capital: ¥1,648,302,222
Original単体 11億8,300万円
Original連結 18億2,600万円
Companies mentioned：Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社、ワイエスフード株式会社、九州筑豊ラーメン山小屋、一康流福岡ラーメン、一康流ラーメン
Comix releases free learning materials covering 9 elements of AI agent operations design
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株式会社コミクス has released free mini learning materials covering 9 elements to help small and medium-sized businesses learn how to design AI agent operations.
[しゃぶしゃぶどん亭] Enjoy autumn flavors “duck” and “mushrooms” in shabu-shabu at the “4-Mushroom Duck Shabu Fair,” starting Oct. 15! Duck soba is also on the menu!
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しゃぶしゃぶどん亭, operated by 株式会社アークミール, will hold its “4-Mushroom Duck Shabu Fair” starting Oct. 15, 2026, featuring autumn favorites “duck” and “mushrooms.”
営業ハック × UMU: Sales development that makes training stick beyond the moment. A system to embed learning in the workplace through a development strategy with a close rate above 80% and neuroscience [Online seminar report: Oct. 2 (Fri.), 12:00–13:00]
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Report on an online seminar co-hosted by 株式会社営業ハック and ユームテクノロジージャパン. The seminar presented a development strategy with a close rate above 80% and explained how to embed training outcomes in the workplace by using specific people who are actually making sales—not people who merely seem likely to sell—as role models, and by building habits based on neuroscience.
Facts
Approximately 80 participants
Has provided sales support to more than 100 companies
Has supported more than 200 sales professionals in total
A soothing illustrated recipe book that delights with every turn of the page, “France: Little Seasonal Treats from a Forest Kitchen,” goes on sale Oct. 15
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PIE International Inc. will publish “France: Little Seasonal Treats from a Forest Kitchen,” an illustrated recipe collection by Caroline Millet, on Oct. 15, 2026.
Belgian royal warrant-holding chocolate brand 「ヴィタメール」 will sell limited-edition products commemorating the 40th anniversary of Samba starting Nov. 1 (Sun.).
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To mark the 40th anniversary of the creation of its signature Samba, which won an award in 1986, Belgian royal warrant-holding chocolate brand 「ヴィタメール」 will release the limited-edition products “Cake Chocolat Samba” and “Chocolat Samba Assortment” starting Nov. 1.
“Amulette,” one of Japan’s largest fragrance media outlets, reports on-site from “Pitti Fragranze 2026” in Florence as the only Japanese media outlet
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Amulette株式会社, invited by ITA, reported on-site from “Pitti Fragranze 2026,” the international fragrance trade fair held in Florence, as the only Japanese media outlet. A total of 290 brands exhibited. The theme was “CURA” (care), and reported trends included the independence of perfumers and designers, Italy’s distribution networks, and experiential marketing.
Facts
Original2026年9月11日（金）〜13日（日）
More than 50 countries and regions
290 brands
Approximately 75% from outside Italy
Approximately 60 companies
Approximately 190 brands
More than 2,200 people
Approximately 600 people
Approximately 460 people
Founded in 1561
6 fragrances
3 extrait de parfums
Companies mentioned：Amulette株式会社、Italian Trade Agency、ITA、ピッティ・イマージネ、Pitti Immagine、Histoires de Parfums、Etat Libre d’Orange、Caron、Floris、Miller Harris、Mizensir、Tauer Perfumes、Carner Barcelona、Ajmal、Lorenzo Villoresi、Farmacia SS. Annunziata dal 1561、Carthusia I Profumi di Capri、Almost Human、Bontemps Paris、Peosym、Cent.pm、Egoscentrique、warew、Obayaty、Petite Amie Skincare、Luce di Sorrento、Bakel、Perennae、KOCCA、韓国コンテンツ振興院、Deardot、Dermathod、Varol、Purepeak、Apollinaire、Prada、メゾン マルジェラ、グッチ、ミュウミュウ、Andara、Mane Italia、NellyRodi、Givaudan
【Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture】First-ever family event at the Kashiwa Market Public Open Day: An autumn harvest tour!
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A public open day featuring family activities will be held at 柏市公設市場 on Oct. 24, 2026. Activities will include crab fishing, tastings and sales of Chiba-branded seafood, and a shopping stamp rally.
Copyright Workshop: Copyright questions at work—Is this OK or not?
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An announcement for a copyright workshop to be held on Oct. 29, 2026. The online session will feature Hirotaka Yoda of 文化庁著作権課, who will discuss the latest developments in copyright law revisions and AI and copyright.
株式会社Co-Labo AI: Generative AI adoption “stops at chat”—Analysis of inquiries received at the company’s booth at AI Expo Fukuoka 2026 finds that approximately 40% face challenges with paper-based and manual tasks such as drawings, forms, and estimates
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株式会社Co-Labo AI analyzed inquiries received at its booth at AI Expo Fukuoka 2026 and identified a challenge: generative AI adoption remains limited to chat, with little progress in applying it to paper-based and manual tasks such as drawings and forms.
Turn filmed video files into subtitled versions or foreign-language dubbed versions in 5 minutes. mind2D.ai adds automatic subtitle generation and multilingual AI dubbing!
“Identify the challenge before adding initiatives.” 株式会社HANEAGE established in Fukuoka to provide hands-on marketing support for small and medium-sized businesses
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株式会社HANEAGE was established in Fukuoka on Sept. 10, 2026, and began providing marketing support for small and medium-sized businesses. Representative Takahiro Kikuchi draws on experience in web development, running brick-and-mortar businesses, and organizing cross-industry networking events to provide hands-on support focused on identifying challenges before adding initiatives.
Facts
Established on Sept. 10, 2026
Inquiries were 2.3 times the same month last year
Orders were 2 times the same period
Monthly sales generated through implemented initiatives reached ¥3 million
“Office Wellness Grand Prix 2026,” a step-count competition between a labor and social security attorney firm and its clients, concludes; 70% continue tracking steps afterward
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主治医のような社会保険労務士法人 held “Office Wellness Grand Prix 2026” with the cooperation of 株式会社タニタヘルスリンク and 株式会社フォーバル, with 7 firms participating. Even after the event ended, 70% of participants continued recording their steps, demonstrating that healthy habits had taken hold.
Cost-sharing flyer distribution service “シェアチラシ” launches social media ad management timed with flyer distribution, free for the first month
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株式会社Design-a launched a campaign on October 6, 2026, offering free Instagram ad management for the first month to businesses using its “シェアチラシ” flyer distribution service.
Facts
Ads from 4 companies
From October 6, 2026
60–70% of businesses
Approximately 25%
30–40% of small and medium-sized businesses
More than 1,500 companies cumulatively
10,000 flyers
30,000 yen
20,000 yen
50,000 yen
Total of 100,000 yen
Original1カ月35,000円
October–December 2026
Limited to 30 companies
Actual advertising costs (5,000 yen)
2–3 days later
Advertising costs of 5,000 yen
Approximately 280 clicks
2 new customer visits
Within 3 years of launch
Approximately 1,500 companies to date
Currently, each month nationwide through partner businesses
Perixx launches index-finger-operated trackball mice “PERIMICE-822” and “PERIMICE-522”
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Perixx has launched 2 models featuring a large 40 mm trackball operated with the index finger: the “PERIMICE-822” (Bluetooth wireless) and “PERIMICE-522” (USB wired). Features include an ergonomic design, customizable buttons and openings compatible with 3D printing.
GenX speaks at kickoff event for Fukui Prefecture’s “Fukui Industrial AX Consortium,” presenting an AI OCR case study that cut the time spent entering FAX statement data by approximately 85%
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GenX株式会社 spoke at the kickoff event for the “Fukui Industrial AX Consortium,” hosted by Fukui Prefecture, presenting a case study in which AI OCR cut the time spent entering FAX statements at a construction materials manufacturer by approximately 85%.
Facts
Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
Approximately 85% reduction
47 conditional branches
Across 200 locations in total
Had been taking 10,500 hours per month
Fell to 1,575 hours per month
Capital: approximately 700 million yen
Companies mentioned：GenX株式会社、株式会社松尾研究所、株式会社ARCRA、GMO AI & Web3株式会社、グリーベンチャーズ株式会社、株式会社セレス、gmjp、01Booster Capital、イーストベンチャーズ株式会社、株式会社ゼロワンブースター、スカイライト コンサルティング株式会社、DG Daiwa Ventures、Coincheck、Hyperithm、SPIRAL VENTURES、mint
GenX launches “GenX Code Scan,” which uses AI and specialized auditors to identify vulnerabilities in corporate systems! Detect code risks immediately, ahead of attackers, amid a wave of unauthorized access incidents.
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GenX株式会社 has launched “GenX Code Scan,” a code auditing service for businesses that combines AI with specialized auditors. In response to an increase in unauthorized access involving the misuse of generative AI, the service detects and helps fix vulnerabilities in source code for web applications, APIs and other systems at an early stage.
Added an “Appearance Care Information Navigator” to the “Qケアbase” web app, helping parents find information, support systems and consultation services related to changes in appearance caused by illnesses and treatments, including cancer treatment
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一般社団法人チャーミングケア has added an “Appearance Care Information Navigator” to the “Qケアbase” web app, where users can find information about changes in appearance caused by cancer treatment and other factors. The web version of “Qケア通信” has also begun publishing news articles based on announcements from businesses and organizations, and its homepage has been revamped.
NSJAPAN expands and relocates its office to Nihonbashi to strengthen sales support, overseas expansion support and dual-career support
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株式会社NSJAPAN will expand and relocate to a new office in Nihonbashi, Chuo Ward, Tokyo, on October 1, 2026, as its business grows. The move will establish a structure to strengthen multiple business areas, including sales support, overseas expansion support and dual-career support.
“There’s no such thing as ‘no good people.’” — Dine (now D³) dating app founder Keisuke Kamijo releases his first book!
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株式会社Mrk&Co will release the digital edition of “Why Can’t We Get Married When We’ve Started Meeting More People?” by its CEO, Keisuke Kamijo, on October 14, 2026. The book analyzes today’s dating and marriage markets using user data and statistics from the “D³” dating app.
Celebrating the town’s 70th anniversary! 70 g of Kunitomi Town’s specialty, cut-and-dried daikon, to be given away. Mini-games and recipes devised by middle school students at the Kunitomi Town Festival
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Kunitomi Town in Miyazaki Prefecture will hold a promotional event for cut-and-dried daikon at its town festival on October 18, marking the 70th anniversary of the town’s incorporation. Cut-and-dried daikon will be distributed to participants in a stamp rally and mini-games, along with recipes devised by middle school students.
Noboru Koyama takes the stage for the first time in a year and a half! A lecture event will mark the publication of his new book, “The Ultimate System: The Science of Tidiness,” which has topped various rankings. 80 people attended the first hybrid event, and an archived stream has also been announced!
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株式会社武蔵野 held a hybrid lecture event to mark the publication of Noboru Koyama’s new book, “The Ultimate System: The Science of Tidiness,” attended by 80 people. The book ranked No. 1 in multiple bookstore rankings, and an archived stream has also been announced.
Facts
His 89th book
Held on October 3, 2026 (Saturday)
For the 80 attendees
Have been participating for 13 years
Guided the transformation of more than 5,000 small and medium-sized businesses
Helped more than 400 client companies achieve record-high profits
[Tochigi, Nasu] “那須貸別荘 villa la・ha-yu,” a whole-house rental featuring a private 24-hour natural hot spring and charcoal BBQ, opens October 1, 2026, with reservations now open — lodging management service “＆ やど管理” takes on operations
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ココザス株式会社’s lodging management service “＆ やど管理” has taken on operations of “那須貸別荘 villa la・ha-yu,” a whole-house rental in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture, and began accepting reservations on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
Approximately 600 m above sea level
Original約255㎡
Accommodates up to 9 guests
Occupancy rate exceeds 96%
Companies mentioned：ココザス株式会社、＆ やど管理、COCO VILLA、＆ VILLA、COCO VILLA Owners、COCO VILLA sauna
Spider AF launches YouTube placement exclusion feature for ad fraud prevention
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株式会社Spider Labs will begin offering a YouTube placement (ad destination) exclusion feature in its ad fraud prevention tool, Spider AF, on October 14, 2026. The feature excludes channels that pose a risk of brand damage and reduces operational workloads through integration with Google Ads, P-MAX and Demand Gen.
Facts
Oct. 14, 2026
3.42
4.15
The following 10 categories
Established: April 2011
Companies mentioned：株式会社Spider Labs、Google、Journal of Marketing Research
プロモツール: Applications for the 4th Aroma Design Certification Level 3 approach 80% of capacity; group enrollment consultations begin for companies and schools
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プロモツール株式会社 announced that applications for the 4th Aroma Design Certification Level 3, to be held on October 25, 2026, are approaching 80% of capacity, and has begun consultations on group enrollment for companies and schools.
[Relaunch] 株式会社いーふらん launches its official owned media outlet, "E-FRAN'S（イーフランズ）"! A new employee interview page shares "what makes the people and company special" with job seekers and prospective career changers
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株式会社いーふらん has renamed and relaunched its official owned media outlet, "E-LIFE!", as "E-FRAN'S（イーフランズ）" and added an employee interview page, "E-CAREER: Employee Career Blog," for job seekers and prospective career changers.
Teapot cake with an edible lid and handle goes on sale in Osaka's Nakazakicho on October 10
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Tea specialty shop "紅茶美人 Tea Beauty" began selling teapot cakes with edible lids and handles at its store in Nakazakicho, Osaka, on October 10, 2026. They cost 1,980 yen, including tax, and takeout sales are also planned from December.
Facts
Oct. 10, 2026
1,980 yen
End of November 2026
About 2 years ago
3 types in total
1,200 yen
¥780
Dec. 2026
April 2021
June 2023
Companies mentioned：紅茶美人 Tea Beauty、紅茶美人＋ Tea Beauty plus
So parents don't have to face school absenteeism alone: NPO法人ここ opens online consultation room
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NPO法人ここ opened an "Online Consultation Room for Parents" in October 2026 for parents concerned about school absenteeism or reluctance to attend school. It provides information and notices about free events via a dedicated LINE account, and also offers paid services such as a monthly community and individual consultations.
[Limited to 10 first-term students] "Don't make them start alone": DORI LIVE MATE live streamer training school opens
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With the cooperation of 株式会社オーケーウェブ, JINEN株式会社 opened DORI LIVE MATE, a training school for beginner livestreamers, in October 2026 and began recruiting its first class, limited to 10 students.
Facts
Opening in October 2026
3-month practical program
OKWAVE』 has been in operation for more than 27 years
"Takahama Park Soranowa," designed with the involvement of Kengo Kuma, opens; a new place to play launches with a ribbon-cutting by local kindergarten children and dialogue with high school students
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"Takahama Park Soranowa," designed with the involvement of Kengo Kuma, has opened in 高浜町, Fukui Prefecture. The opening event included a ribbon-cutting by local kindergarten children and dialogue with high school students, marking the start of its use as a place for play and interaction across generations.
People Design Lab, specializing in organizational development for beauty clinics, begins full-scale rollout of hands-on, on-site solutions
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People Design Lab株式会社 has begun full-scale rollout of an organizational development solution specializing in beauty clinics. Drawing on the experience of a former operating room nurse and medical consultant, it provides hands-on support at clinics to help directors focus on medical care and management.
Global music company Pacific Music Group, co-founded by NE-YO and others, establishes Japanese subsidiary PMG Japan — announces JP THE WAVY as its first signed artist
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Global music company Pacific Music Group（PMG） has established its Japanese subsidiary, PMG Japan, and signed JP THE WAVY as its first artist.
Facts
3-time Grammy Award winner
Co-founded in 2025 by Jonathan Sarubin...
In 2026, welcomed Tiffany Young, among others...
Companies mentioned：Pacific Music Group、PMG、PMG Japan、Pacific Music Group Japan、Pacific Records、Ghostone Records、Family Style Records
Turning Odawara from a "stopover" into a "destination." Entire building rental "～港の宿～MARUTTO" opens, a 1-minute walk from the fishing port
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株式会社UMITTO opened "～港の宿～MARUTTO," an entire-building vacation rental near the fishing port in Hayakawa, Odawara, on September 1, 2026. Rates start at 30,000 yen per night for 1–2 people, and the property can accommodate up to 8 guests. Its representative, Hirosuke Kuroda, is a SHIMANO field staff member, and the property offers fishing gear rentals and fishing plans with a professional guide. Tourist numbers in Kanagawa Prefecture and Odawara have reached record highs, and the facility aims to transform Odawara into a tourist destination.