[Improve your pitch and singing] For voice training in Kyoto, visit メロスク 京都河原町校
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ｅｌａｃｔ株式会社 has announced the rebranding of its voice training school, メロスク 京都河原町校, and welcomed the experienced teacher Kato as a certified instructor, with plans to expand lesson offerings and improve quality.
Experience a smart home before deciding. With support from mametto, つくば住宅工房 is launching a full-scale proposal to get started with commercially available devices, from renovating existing homes to new builds
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With support from mametto, つくば住宅工房 has begun offering smart home proposals using commercially available devices. It has set up an experience studio in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, and will hold workshops in November and December 2026.
Facts
15 devices, including lighting, locks, cameras and sensors
Rediscovering Rikuzentakata’s potential through the eyes of young people from around the world: Launch of the “Japan Local Program,” where young people from overseas live for 1 month
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株式会社仁藝 has launched the “Japan Local Program,” which gives young people from overseas the opportunity to live in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture, for 1–2 months, and is recruiting participants starting April 12, 2027.
Facts
Live for 1–2 months
Welcoming participants starting Monday, April 12, 2027
Exaforce signs partnership agreements with KDDI America and KDDI Europe
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Exaforce has signed partnership agreements with KDDI America and KDDI Europe to jointly lead the market development of its Agentic SOC platform in the United States and the EMEA region.
ugee launches “Funbox,” a 3D printer for children, globally – UL GREENGUARD certified, with child- and beginner-friendly safety features and easy operation, bringing STEM learning to families with peace of mind
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ugee will launch “Funbox,” a UL GREENGUARD-certified 3D printer for children, globally on October 14, 2026. It features a fully enclosed design and AI-powered creative support functions, and will be available on Amazon.co.jp.
Facts
More than 100 countries and regions
Oct. 10, 2026
12V low-voltage DC power supply
6010 large active exhaust fan
Across more than 360 types
100% preassembled
Maximum print speed: 500 mm/s
Minimum layer height: 0.05 mm
Built-in 2MP HD camera
Standard 1.75 mm PLA material
Oct. 14, 2026
Prizes worth approximately 160,000 yen
Companies mentioned：ugee、HONGKONG UGEE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED、UGEE TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD、UL Solutions、Amazon.co.jp
Keeping user transportation running even when shuttle vehicles are undergoing inspections or repairs. A group company of Nagayoshi, a welfare equipment provider in Oita Prefecture, launches “welfare vehicle rentals” for care facilities and service providers
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合同会社Questia, a group company of Nagayoshi, a welfare equipment provider in Oita Prefecture, launched a “welfare vehicle rental” service for care facilities and service providers in October 2026. It rents out welfare vehicles such as the スズキ Spacia as substitutes when shuttle vehicles are undergoing inspections or repairs.
健康マスター協会 to hold special seminars—① <10/24> Featuring Hiromi Tsuji and Kaoru Sugita: “A dining table that boosts well-being while enjoying aromas” ② <11/7> Featuring Megumi Watanabe: “Easy exercises you can do starting today”
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To mark the 10th anniversary of its founding, 一般社団法人日本健康生活推進協会 will hold its 29th (10/24) and 30th (11/7) special seminars on Zoom. The 29th seminar will feature Hiromi Tsuji and Kaoru Sugita, and the 30th will feature Megumi Watanabe. Participation is free.
ツルカメO&E selected as designated manager of Tsuruga Kirameki Onsen Lila Port; operations to begin in April 2027
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ツルカメO&E株式会社 has been selected as the designated manager of “Tsuruga Kirameki Onsen Lila Port” and “Tsuruga City Ground Golf Course (Lila Green)” in 敦賀市, Fukui Prefecture, and will begin operations on April 1, 2027.
Facts
Starting April 1, 2027
Designation period: April 1, 2027–March 31, 2030 (3 years)
The first special collaboration between “V12” and “JONES” launches Wednesday, October 14, 2026!
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株式会社フォーマット’s golf apparel brand “V12” and American golf bag brand “JONES” will launch their first special collaboration collection on October 14, 2026.
Invests in Econovus to optimize packaging for automotive parts for export
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ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL株式会社 invested in India’s ECONOVUS PACKAGING PRIVATE LIMITED, which specializes in optimizing packaging for automotive parts for export, in a pre-Series A round.
Facts
Can reduce material costs by 25%
Achieves cost reductions of up to 30%
Year established: 2019
Year founded: 2024
Companies mentioned：ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL株式会社、エンリッションSP26インド投資事業有限責任組合、ECONOVUS PACKAGING PRIVATE LIMITED、Econovus、エコノバス、株式会社エンリッション、Mitty株式会社、ENRISSION INDIA PVT LTD
User Insight launches automatic suggestions for prompts used in AI search optimization (LLMO) research
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株式会社ユーザーローカル has added a new feature to the “LLMO Dashboard” in its comprehensive digital marketing tool, “User Insight,” which uses AI to automatically suggest research prompts.
Focus Media Japan has installed 78 digital signage displays at 青山学院大学’s Aoyama Campus and begun providing an information-sharing environment for students. The company will now accelerate its expansion from apartment buildings and office buildings into universities and educational facilities.
JTRweb to hold its 10th anniversary event at ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン!
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JTRweb, which operates a digital ticket platform for inbound tourists, held an anniversary event at ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン on September 28, 2026, to mark its 10th anniversary. Looking back on its 10-year journey, it announced a full upgrade of its core system, “System 2.0,” and a new theme, “Growth & Social Contribution.”
Facts
10th anniversary
Monday, Sept. 28, 2026
Issues more than 10 million electronic tickets annually
チアリーマンズ announce 2028 solo concert at Nippon Budokan; surprise announcement at Osaka solo show
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チアリーマンズ held a solo show at Orix Theater in Osaka on October 12, 2026, and made a surprise announcement that they will hold a solo concert at Nippon Budokan on March 12, 2028. They also announced their goal of competing on “America's Got Talent” in 2027 and winning.
Facts
March 12, 2028
Draw an audience of 5,000
More than 600,000 total followers across social media
More than 200 million total views of social media videos
“Has your posture changed since you started attending?” Find out with the numbers: Regular AI posture reassessments every 3 months for all members begin in November
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トナリピラティス八尾店, a Pilates studio in Yao, Osaka Prefecture, will begin regular AI posture reassessments every 3 months for all members on November 1, 2026. The cost is included in the monthly membership fee, and trainers will explain the results.
Facts
From Nov. 1, 2026
3 months have passed since the initial AI posture analysis
[SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ] Final Amagasaki home game of the season! Facing OrientalBioシルバースター on Sunday, October 18
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SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ will host its final home game of the season against OrientalBioシルバースター at Baycom Athletics Stadium in Amagasaki on October 18, 2026. Admission is free for university students and younger.
Facts
Oct. 18, 2026
Week 9
First 200 people
36 fundamental movements
Capital: 100 million
Adults: 1,800 yen
Companies mentioned：SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ、OrientalBioシルバースター、一般社団法人 Challengers Football Club、太鼓一座 縁、HARTY、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、武庫之荘のくわえ鍼灸整骨院、Replus Kids、株式会社くらし計画
Heptagon signs solution partner agreement with Sakura Internet, strengthening cloud implementation and operational support for regional businesses and local governments
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株式会社ヘプタゴン has signed a solution partner agreement with Sakura Internet to strengthen cloud implementation and operational support for regional businesses and local governments.
Facts
Has delivered results on more than 350 projects to date
More than 70% of resumes are now created for job changes, up about 6 percentage points in 3 years
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株式会社Yagish announced that an analysis of usage data for its resume creation service “yagish” found that the use rate of templates for job-change resumes rose to 73.5% in January–July 2026. The increase was particularly notable among women in their 40s and 50s. Against a backdrop of rising rates of full-time job changes, consistent with survey results from マイナビ, more people are reassessing their careers regardless of age.
Menicon adopts “Chemican SDS Management,” building a “living SDS database” spanning departments
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株式会社ケミカン's SDS management platform “Chemican SDS Management” has been adopted at 株式会社メニコン's Kakamigahara Plant, enabling centralized management across departments and more efficient regulatory compliance.
Facts
Approximately 100 SDS documents
More than 50 current regulations in Japan and overseas
Izumi Yoshida, former president and representative director of CSL Behring, and 羅亭亭, former managing director at Accenture, join GenerativeX
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株式会社GenerativeX announced that Izumi Yoshida, former president and representative director of CSL Behring, and 羅亭亭, former managing director at Accenture, joined the company as executive officers effective October 1, 2026.
“Can AI recognize your website?” umoren.ai releases a free tool to check whether a site is stored in Common Crawl, a source of AI training data
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Queue株式会社 has released “AI Pretraining Data Checker,” a free tool that checks whether a website is stored in Common Crawl, a collection source for AI training data.
Rebranding from “足カラダ” to “カラダから.” Building on 16 years of history, the brand will focus on the body as a whole.
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株式会社SUNAYAMA is rebranding from “足カラダ” to “カラダから,” carrying forward its brand legacy dating back to 2010. In spring 2027, it will launch an upper-body innerwear product co-developed with athletic trainer Chinami Sugiyama.
Facts
2027
Cumulative shipments for the series reach 1.45 million pairs
“Don’t stop AI. Don’t leave it unchecked.” At a major AI conference in October, Athleva will discuss the “reins” it has found as both a provider and user of AI
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株式会社アスレバ will speak at a major online AI conference taking place October 20–23, 2026. Under the theme “Don’t stop AI. Don’t leave it unchecked,” it will discuss approaches to using AI that balance speed on the front lines with control, as well as examples of AI sales meeting tools.
[Yoshio Kojima’s First Tear-Off Calendar] A message for children: “Yoshio Kojima’s Everyday Oppappi: 31-Day Perpetual Tear-Off Calendar” goes on sale Oct. 14 (Tue.)!
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Yoshio Kojima’s first 31-day perpetual tear-off calendar, “Yoshio Kojima’s Everyday Oppappi,” will go on sale on Oct. 14, 2026. Kojima, popular for his live shows for children and YouTube channel, has created a calendar for parents and children to enjoy together, featuring warm messages for children dealing with pressure and newly taken photographs.
A space for dialogue practice, “Deep Listening, Full Expression, and Resonance,” to be held in Kawagoe City on Nov. 14 (Sat.) — FY Reiwa 8 Saitama Prefecture NPO Fund Grant Program —
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特定非営利活動法人リバリューライフ will hold “Deep Listening, Full Expression, and Resonance,” a space for dialogue practice, in Kawagoe City on Nov. 14, 2026. The event is being held as part of a Saitama Prefecture NPO Fund grant program, and admission is 1,000 yen.
Zoo × puzzle-solving! “Mystery-solving stamp rally,” where visitors use signs around the grounds as clues to open a treasure chest, runs through Dec. 6 (Sun.)
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The “Mystery-solving stamp rally,” a puzzle-solving event at Kumamoto City Zoo and Botanical Gardens jointly planned and produced by 株式会社エクスペリフル and 株式会社FIVE ELEMENTS, is underway. The hands-on entertainment experience costs 300 yen and invites participants to solve puzzles using signs around the grounds as clues and open a treasure chest.
Former rugby player Ayaka Kishimoto wins the overall grand prix at “Beauty Japan 2026 Bay area”; set to compete in the national contest to be held at Yokohama BUNTAI on Nov. 12
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Former rugby player Ayaka Kishimoto won the overall grand prix at “Beauty Japan 2026 Bay area” and is set to compete in the national contest to be held at Yokohama BUNTAI on Nov. 12, 2026. The report also covers the activities of “Maresta,” the apparel brand she represents, and her efforts to promote rugby in Kagoshima Prefecture and elsewhere.
アトラシアン announces new features for “Service Collection,” its next-generation AI-native service management platform
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アトラシアン has announced new features for its AI-native service management platform, “Service Collection.” Powered by Atlassian Teamwork Graph and Rovo, the platform helps organizations shift from reactive ticket handling to proactive operations.
Facts
97% of IT service leaders at enterprise companies
21% of companies currently use agentic AI
80% plan to adopt agentic AI within the next 12 months
Automatically build request portals and workflows in minutes
More than 350,000 customers worldwide
More than 85% of Fortune 500 companies
アトラシアン株式会社, the Japanese subsidiary, was established in 2013.
[Original research: 3] レンタルバスターズ releases its “multifunction printer rental index” for the first half of 2026; strong demand from government agencies and BPO providers
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株式会社レンタルバスターズ released its “multifunction printer rental index” for the first half of 2026. The average index was 49,615 yen, up approximately 102% year over year, driven by increased demand from government agencies and BPO providers.
Matsudo City support character “ばけごろう” to host a free, interactive AI literacy and education stage event for families at Matsudo Civic Theater on Oct. 31 (Sat.)!
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株式会社Art Stone Entertainment will hold a free, interactive AI literacy education stage event for families at Matsudo Civic Theater on Oct. 31, 2026, to celebrate the birthday of Matsudo City support character “ばけごろう.”
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
A venue with 332 seats
More than 700 attendees
2 performances
Companies mentioned：株式会社Art Stone Entertainment、松戸コンテンツ共同組合、松戸コンテンツ事業者連絡協議会、ばけごろう事務局
アセットテクノロジー to hold its first seminar on refinancing real estate investment loans in Nagoya
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アセットテクノロジー株式会社 will hold its first seminar on refinancing real estate investment loans in Nagoya on Nov. 14, 2026. The seminar will explain key considerations for refinancing and provide simulations to help address the increased repayment burden caused by rising interest rates.
[Online event on Nov. 20, 2026 (Fri.)] “Bringing AI to home builders, starting with estimating work”: How much of quantity takeoffs, costs and gross profit can be automated? CONOC × LIFEFUND to assess real-world cases and demonstrate the process live
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An online seminar jointly hosted by 株式会社CONOC and 株式会社LIFEFUND will assess the potential for automating quantity takeoffs, costs and gross profit through practical examples and live demonstrations of AI in estimating work.
Build a ship with black sails and a skull-and-crossbones flag from metal parts. The “Mechanical Pirate Ship” 3D metal model stands approximately 30 cm tall
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BLDB is selling the “Mechanical Pirate Ship” 3D metal model assembly kit through its official online store. The metal display model stands approximately 30 cm tall and weighs approximately 1.4 kg. It uses screw assembly without adhesive and takes approximately 5–7 hours to assemble.
【At Keihan Owada Station】Introducing the activities at “KIDS FES in Osaka,” a hands-on event for parents and children
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FoodFes株式会社 will hold “KIDS FES in Osaka,” a hands-on event for parents and children, at the plaza in front of Keihan Owada Station on October 17 and 18, 2026. Making its first appearance in the Kansai area, the event will feature activities including workshops, food trucks and a stamp rally. Admission is free.
Eliminate missed alcohol checks: New option uses dedicated “M/Tag” device to automatically detect boarding and exiting, available from November 16
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株式会社パイ・アール will begin offering “M/Tag,” a dedicated device that automatically detects boarding and exiting, from November 16, 2026, as a new option for its cloud-based “Alkiller NEX” alcohol-check system.
株式会社ジヴァスタジオ released “Pearl White,” a new color for its EMS facial beauty device designed specifically for the nose, “Icoelle Nose Style,” on October 9, 2026.
Insta360 holds limited-time “Autumn Photography Support Sale”
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Insta360 is holding a limited-time “Autumn Photography Support Sale” from October 13 through 20, 2026, offering discounts on products including the X5 and Luna Ultra, such as up to 8,000 yen off and up to 50% off.
genten to release the 2nd installment of its “Winnie-the-Pooh Collection” on October 16. Eeyore makes his debut in a red shirt to celebrate the 100th anniversary.
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Leather brand genten will release the 2nd installment of its limited-edition leather collection commemorating the 100th anniversary of the original “Winnie-the-Pooh” debut, starting October 16, 2026. The collection includes charms featuring Eeyore and Piglet in red shirts, as well as a honey-pot-shaped pouch, and will be sold by 株式会社クイーポ.
At the request of the Ministry of Finance and the Tokai Local Finance Bureau, 株式会社リーピー President Satoshi Kawaguchi will speak at management training on “Human Resource Development and Management in the AI and DX Era”
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株式会社リーピー Representative Director Satoshi Kawaguchi will speak at management training in November 2026, at the request of the Ministry of Finance and the Tokai Local Finance Bureau, on “Human Resource Development and Management in the AI and DX Era.”
Facts
More than 1,400 client companies nationwide
The organization currently has approximately 70 members
【Industry-Specific Survey No. 22】AI検索パートナーズ (TechSuite株式会社) conducts a survey on AI search optimization (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO) for warehouse and logistics facility selection by logistics, e-commerce and SCM professionals
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TechSuite株式会社 conducted a survey on AI search optimization related to warehouse selection by logistics, e-commerce and SCM professionals. It analyzed 72 responses from ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews and Microsoft Copilot, revealing the actual rates of appearance and sources of information.
Facts
3 major AI platforms
Data collected as of October 2026
72 AI responses collected
The appearance rate was just 19.4%
Accounted for 19.5% of mentions
A total of 125 companies and services were observed
More than 70% were official websites of the companies themselves
Scope: 72 AI responses / 24 queries
No. 1 in number of companies adopting the service※
More than 300 companies served with AI article production
As of October 7, 2026
Companies mentioned：TechSuite株式会社、AI検索パートナーズ、ChatGPT、Google AI Overviews、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Gemini、Perplexity、バクヤスAI 記事代行、TFCO株式会社
ONO貿易株式会社 is offering Brook Gaming’s Pokémon GO-compatible auto-catcher “Auto Catch LIGHT” at a special price during the Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival. Its lightweight design weighs 10 g and is the size of a 500-yen coin, and it supports simultaneous connection to 2 accounts.
キンドリル, トヨタシステムズ and トヨタファイナンス enhance IT operations using agentic AI
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キンドリルジャパン, トヨタシステムズ and トヨタファイナンス have launched a project to enhance IT operations using agentic AI, strengthening infrastructure design and change management processes.
Autumn dry-skin survey: As humidity plummets in October, 73.7% experience skin problems; mid-September found to be the ideal time to switch moisturizing care
For the first time in the 65-year history of Iizuna Town Municipal Hospital in Nagano Prefecture, pediatric care by a pediatrician begins
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飯綱町立飯綱病院 in Nagano Prefecture began pediatric care provided by a pediatrician on October 1, 2026. This is the first time in the hospital’s 65-year history.
株式会社PeopleX announced the “PeopleX AI-Native Sales Platform,” which uses AI to support the entire sales process. The platform consists of 7 products, including “PeopleX AI Sales Meeting Support,” which begins offering its service today. The company also announced the launch of a sales media outlet, plans to hold “JAPAN SALES CONFERENCE” in March 2027, and plans to establish an invitation-only executive community.
Italian restaurant “zio” in Ichigaya holds Halloween-limited “Kids Pizza Experience”
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The Italian restaurant zio in Ichigaya, operated by 株式会社Ezo-Plat, will hold a Halloween-only “Kids’ Pizza Experience” on October 31, 2026, for children from age 3 through junior high school.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
For children from age 3 through junior high school
ジョンマスターオーガニック will launch its first Fragrance Hair & Body Collection on October 22, 2026. The collection features 5 fragrances themed around 5 New York neighborhoods and times of day, created by perfumer Luke Mulvagh.
Facts
Launching sequentially from Thursday, October 22, 2026
A free webinar will be held on October 29, 2026: “How Can You Attract More Customers After Starting a Business?—Approaches to Customer Acquisition and Market Development Through Small Business Sustainability Subsidies and Web Tools”
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ハイブリッド経営サポート株式会社 and 株式会社カスタメディア announce a free webinar on customer acquisition and market development after starting a business, and how to use small business sustainability subsidies.
A specialized exhibition addressing local government DX challenges for municipal and government officials: Local Government DX Support Expo (GovDEX) - GovDEX -
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The Local Government DX Support Expo Executive Committee (operated by 株式会社イノベント) announced that it will hold the Local Government DX Support Expo (GovDEX) in Tokyo and Osaka in July 2027. 90 companies are expected to exhibit at the Tokyo venue and 60 at the Osaka venue.
Facts
July 15 (Thu.) and 16 (Fri.), 2027
July 22 (Thu.) and 23 (Fri.)
Exhibitors: 90 companies (planned)
Visitors: 600 (municipal and government officials only/planned)
Exhibitors: 60 companies (planned)
Visitors: 400 (municipal and government officials only/planned)
[Machida, Tokyo] An autumn park becomes a field for art and play. “Park Fest 894 (Park Fest 894) in Nishien and Yakushiike,” bringing together nature, art and making
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NEST Machida will hold “Park Fest 894” at Machida Yakushiike Park in Machida, Tokyo, from October 24 to November 15, 2026. The event will focus on nature and art, with a diverse program planned, including workshops and exhibitions.
[Machida, Tokyo] An autumn orchard transforms into a huge market. More than 10,000 people will attend “Okumachiichi 2026,” with around 50 vendors and music.
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NEST Machida will hold “Okumachiichi 2026” on November 3, 2026, at Nishien, part of Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori in Machida, Tokyo. Around 50 shops will take part, and more than 10,000 attendees are expected to enjoy live music and workshops.
[Machida, Tokyo] Ken Harakuma, a leading figure in Japanese yoga, makes an appearance! Find balance in mind and body beneath the open sky. “Machida GREEN YOGA FESTA in Nishien” to be held
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NEST Machida will hold “Machida GREEN YOGA FESTA in Nishien” on October 25, 2026, at Nishien, part of Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori in Machida, Tokyo. Ken Harakuma, a leading figure in Japanese yoga, will appear as a special guest. The event will feature yoga lessons, a market and musical performances.
Facts
Oct. 25, 2026
9:30～15:30
5,000 yen
Companies mentioned：NEST Machida、町田薬師池公園四季彩の杜グループ指定管理者 NEST Machida共同事業体、町田 GREEN YOGA FESTA in 西園実行委員会
Webinar announcement for Wednesday, November 4, 2026: “An Inconsistent Brand Feels Like a First Encounter Every Time”—Practical AI Brand Design to Establish Your Brand’s Defining Identity
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株式会社アマナ will hold a webinar on November 4, 2026, on the theme of “Practical AI Brand Design.”
Facts
November 4, 2026
Capacity: 100 people
Established in 1979 as an advertising photography production company
イワキ株式会社 to exhibit at “Food Development Exhibition 2026”
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イワキ株式会社 will exhibit at “Food Development Exhibition 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 14 to 16, 2026. The company will showcase vegetable powders made using cold-spray technology, plant-based protein and support for pet food development.
TOMA Consultants Group adopts “Bakuraku.” Centralized management of journal entries and supporting documents cuts work by 26 hours per month. DX support for clients also strengthened.
[A collaboration between current school staff and workwear-suit pioneer WWS] A suit for teachers packed with the features they want, developed for educators. Production increase decided after popular reception
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株式会社オアシスライフスタイルグループ will relaunch the “Teacher Suit,” a high-performance suit supervised by current school staff, on October 14, 2026, and increase production following its favorable reception.
“They’re well-behaved outside, but explode with anger at home”: Seminar celebrating a book that shares the real-life experiences of mothers struggling with their children’s anger issues, to be held in Nagoya on Oct. 31
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A seminar celebrating the publication of author Tomoko Sakurai’s book “Eliminating Anger Issues in Children in the Developmental Disability Gray Zone: Anger Management from Early Childhood” will be held on October 31, 2026, at Anbo Hall in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, and via Zoom.
【New arrival】Whisfairy（ウィスフェアリー）, worn by numerous K-pop idols including IVE's Rei and aespa's Karina, makes its debut on 60%!
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Korean fashion brand Whisfairy（ウィスフェアリー）, originating in Seoul, has newly joined the e-commerce store “60%.” To celebrate, it is offering 10% off all products and 40% off 14 selected items.
Fender's flagship USA-made series “American Professional” gets an update! Global launch on Oct. 14, 2026!
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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announced an update to its flagship USA-made “American Professional” series, with a simultaneous global launch scheduled for Oct. 14, 2026. The new models feature V-Mod III pickups and a redesigned bridge, among other upgrades, and left-handed models are also scheduled to be added in spring 2027.
Facts
Oct. 14, 2026
80 years since its founding
10 styles in total
Spring 2027
Estimated retail price: ¥302,500–¥319,000
Companies mentioned：フェンダーミュージック株式会社、フェンダー ミュージカル インストゥルメンツ コーポレーション、FMIC、Fender Flagship Tokyo、Fender.com、Dinosaur Jr.、American Football、They Are Gutting a Body of Water、Snail Mail、Marc Ribot’s Ceramic Dog、Thurston Moore Group
【Incredible value‼ All-you-can-eat for 60 minutes♪】Until 11/18! Weekday lunch for ¥1,099! “Petit Buffet,” the popular 45-minute course at the varied all-you-can-eat “NILAX Buffet,” has been extended to 60 minutes! Make the most of all-you-can-eat dining this autumn!
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NILAX Corporation announced a limited-time campaign running through Nov. 18 that extends the time limit for its popular “Petit Buffet” all-you-can-eat course, offered for ¥1,099 at weekday lunch, from 45 minutes to 60 minutes.
【All courses ¥1,099 for elementary school students‼】Weekends and holidays only, Oct. 17–Nov. 3! At 26 locations of the varied all-you-can-eat “NILAX Buffet,” elementary school students can enjoy any course for just ¥1,099! Enjoy an all-you-can-eat feast with the family this autumn!
【Hankyu Umeda Main Store】An autumn event that anko fans won't want to miss! Discover innovative anko sweets at “The 12th Anko Time Travel”
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The annual autumn event “The 12th Anko Time Travel” will be held on the 9th floor of Hankyu Umeda Main Store from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2, 2026. Innovative anko sweets and around 130 brands offering 210 varieties will be featured, along with dorayaki from all 47 prefectures, Japan's Three Great Manju, cafe collaboration items and more.
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“The 12th Anko Time Travel”
Wednesday, Oct. 28–Monday, Nov. 2
Around 130 brands offering 210 varieties will be featured
Sweet potato and azuki bean paste with honey and salted butter (1 piece) ¥671
Assorted set of 5 fresh dorayaki (1 each: azuki mascarpone, azuki salted butter, azuki fresh cream, premium azuki, and sweet potato and azuki bean paste with honey and salted butter) ¥3,001
Japanese-style gelato (1 serving) ¥765
Nama Funiya-man (1 piece) ¥292
Anko Stand dorayaki (1 piece) ¥702
Anko shakes, from left: rum raisin anko, chunky anko, orange peel anko (1 cup) ¥820 each
Azuki Mont Blanc parfait and matcha azuki Mont Blanc parfait (1 cup) ¥801 each
Chestnut kanoko parfait (1 cup) ¥1,100
Roasted sweet potato and anko pie (1 piece) ¥648
Anpo potato tart “Golden” (1 piece) ¥594
Honeyed sweet potato and anko shaved ice parfait (1 cup) ¥1,281
Around 50 varieties of unique regional dorayaki
Deluxe hotcake with azuki bean paste (à la carte) ¥1,375
(With drink) ¥2,050
Anko butter crepe (1 serving) ¥750
Set of homemade anko and scones (with drink) ¥2,480
Yuika Motokariya seriously agonizes over a fan's marriage proposal: “What should I have done…?” Tomio Umezawa recounts a mishap during an affair trip: “My wife saw it” | “Uraaka Uraraka” Episode 2
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AbemaTV aired Episode 2 of the talk variety show “Uraaka Uraraka,” hosted by Akira Kawashima of Kirin, on October 10, 2026. Guest Yuika Motokariya spoke about being troubled by a fan's marriage proposal comment, while Tomio Umezawa shared a story about a mishap on a past affair trip and how his wife found out.
Hosting a webinar on the theme “Why does Excel management remain even after applications and approvals are put into a workflow?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on moving away from “Excel for management” by using Questetra BPM Suite to centrally manage everything from applications and approvals to subsequent tasks.
Hosting a webinar on the theme “Common pitfalls in SAP new-hire training”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar with JTP株式会社 on the theme “Common pitfalls in SAP new-hire training.” The seminar will explain training design based on 3 areas of knowledge—business operations, systems, and projects—and how to choose between official SAP training and LearningHub.
Hosting a webinar on the theme “Generative AI can ‘create’ things, but that is not enough: low-code development to support in-house development of business applications by frontline teams”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar introducing Mendix, a low-code development platform that supports frontline-led in-house development of business applications, and comparing generative AI with no-code and low-code approaches.
Hosting a webinar on the theme “For plant managers and IT/OT managers: The limits of addressing ransomware separately in IT and OT”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar for plant managers and IT/OT managers on the limits of ransomware countermeasures that address IT and OT separately. The event is organized by テリロジー and テクノプロ, which will work together to introduce cross-functional IT/OT incident response workflows and specific solutions for visualization, defense, and recovery.
Hosting a webinar on the theme “【Real Estate AX】Manual work remains in real estate operations: Which tasks should be entrusted to AI?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on manual work in real estate operations and the use of AI. The event is organized by 株式会社Cotocoto Works, and experts will explain how to identify tasks that should be entrusted to AI.
地球の歩き方, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, and 三菱UFJアセットマネジメント have jointly produced a special pamphlet to help parents and children learn about asset building and connections with the world, in anticipation of the launch of “こどもNISA” in January 2027. The digital edition is scheduled to be released on October 14, 2026.
【叡啓大学】Held on 10/28 (Wed.) at SHIBUYA QWS ■ Seeking participants ■ Is the key to Japan's revival in its regions? — Considering businesses, talent, and universities in an era of population decline —
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叡啓大学 will hold a talk event at SHIBUYA QWS on October 28, 2026, inviting Tsuguo Ebihara and Professor Yoshinobu Soda to discuss the roles of businesses, talent, and universities in an era of population decline, as well as regional collaboration.
【On from October 10 (Sat.) to November 30 (Mon.)! Fall-limited Moomin collaboration food on sale!】
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Kobe resort cruise boh boh KOBE, operated by 早駒運輸株式会社, will take part in the “MOOMIN × KOBE PORT TOWER” project, running from October 10 to November 30, 2026, and sell Moomin collaboration food on board.
【Event report】Creating new businesses from Tokushima's local resources! “Business networking event for leveraging local resources through 6th-sector industrialization” held
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徳島商工会議所 held a networking event on October 3 to foster 6th-sector businesses leveraging local resources, supporting collaboration among businesses and market development through lectures and individual consultations.
【Agricultural and construction machinery × NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX】【AI】Now available: “Falcon Vehicle System,” an IP67-rated in-vehicle edge AI system that withstands dust, vibration, and water.
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アスメック株式会社 has begun offering Connect Tech社's in-vehicle edge AI platform, “Falcon Vehicle System.” It is equipped with NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and meets IP67 standards, making it suitable for harsh environments.
element14コミュニティ launches a smart sustainability design challenge
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Avnetグループ's element14コミュニティ has announced a smart sustainability design contest focused on recycling and waste reduction. Entries are being accepted through October 18, and winners will receive prizes such as a TUF gaming laptop and MacBook Neo.
“Fukuwake Marche: Rice Edition” to be held at 福島八幡宮 on October 18
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福島八幡宮, in Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture, will hold “Fukuwake Marche: Rice Edition” along the shrine approach on Reiwa 8, October 18. This harvest festival gives thanks for the autumn harvest and shares the bounty of rice. Food and other businesses from Yame and Chikugo will set up stalls, and a workshop using rice straw will also be held.
Digital whiteboard “MIRAI TOUCH Biz” to exhibit at “Japan DX＆AX Week (In-House Operations DX EXPO),” held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21, 2026
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さつき株式会社 will exhibit at “Japan DX＆AX Week (In-House Operations DX EXPO),” held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21, 2026, and promote DX solutions including the digital whiteboard “MIRAI TOUCH Biz.”
Can you immediately say where your company’s data is stored? A disruption affected 495 organizations. A free comprehensive report examines lessons from the cloud outage and the importance of a “data ledger” in the age of AI agents.
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株式会社パタンナー has released a free comprehensive report analyzing the IDCフロンティア cloud outage and data management challenges in the age of AI agents.
Facts
495 companies and local governments
37% cited “spreadsheets, data aggregation and analysis”
Security, information management, legal affairs and internal rules (17%)
Among section manager-level employees, 25% cited information management as a challenge
New designs to brighten up winter days! 2 new designs from the “P.snow” line of cozy, feminine loungewear for adults go on sale sequentially starting Oct. 14 (Wednesday)!
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2 new designs from “P.snow,” the loungewear line of innerwear brand “tu-hacci,” operated by 株式会社WaterAir, will go on sale starting Oct. 14.
Trainees wanted; deadline Oct. 19. Training communicators to lead “fermentation × tourism.” A 5-session program to learn about Nagano’s fermented foods, from wineries and sunki pickles to soy sauce preparation.
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一般社団法人長野県観光機構 is holding a 5-session training program and recruiting participants to develop communicators who can introduce the culture and appeal of Nagano Prefecture’s fermented foods to tourists.
パインブリッジ・インベストメンツ株式会社 filed a securities report on Oct. 14, 2026.
The fund aims for medium- to long-term growth in trust assets through investments in U.S. dollar-denominated investment-grade corporate bonds and Japanese public and corporate bonds.
[アライアンス・バーンスタイン株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—10th period (2026/01/16–2026/07/15)
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アライアンス・バーンスタイン株式会社 filed its 10th-period securities report. Net assets declined from the end of the previous period, and the company posted an operating loss.
Facts
アライアンス・バーンスタイン株式会社 filed a securities report on Oct. 14, 2026.
Net assets at the end of the period were ¥14,197,581.
Operating profit or loss for the period was a loss of ¥689,825.
The fund invests primarily in bonds and other assets from around the world, including Japan, with the aim of achieving long-term growth in trust assets.
[ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—2nd period (2025/07/15–2026/07/14)
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ニッセイアセットマネジメント filed a securities report for fiscal 2025–2026, recording operating revenue of approximately ¥4.3 billion and net assets of approximately ¥25.7 billion.
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Operating revenue for the period was ¥4,331,983,341.
Net assets at the end of the period totaled ¥25,722,887,432.
The fund's basic policy is to seek medium- to long-term growth in trust assets.