https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1140 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 106 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360913Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:59:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESESS BY, the lifestyle brand directed by Kyoko Hasegawa, will hold its first solo pop-up event at 伊勢丹新宿店 from October 28 to November 3, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360914Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:58:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe four municipalities of Azumino City, Omachi City, Ikeda Town and Matsukawa Village in Nagano Prefecture will jointly hold the relocation event “A LIFE to fall in love with: ‘Azumino’ 2026” in Tokyo on November 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360915Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:56:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DREAM ON will grand-open “flour+water Tsunashima,” a bakery bistro housed in the historic Iketani Residence, and “輪餅屋 Tsunashima,” a bagel specialty shop featuring Japanese ingredients, at Shin-Tsunashima MICCA in Kohoku Ward, Yokohama, on October 28, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360916Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:56:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES2026年10月10日、パリで開催されたセリーヌ・ディオンのコンサート「CELINE DION PARIS 2026-2027」において、同氏が着用したディオールのドレスのサヴォワールフェールがソフィ・カル撮影の写真で公開された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360917Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:55:37 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本インナービューティーダイエット協会 held the “2nd Inner Beauty Food Awards,” selecting “有機三州味醂” by 株式会社角谷文治郎商店 and “温泉水99” by エスオーシー株式会社 as the 2 winning products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360919Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHRクラウド株式会社’s recruiting AI agent “採用一括かんりくん” won the Excellence Award in the Recruitment Management System category at PRONI’s “PRO of the DX Award 2026.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360918Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe online conference “New Graduate Recruitment Future Conference 2026 Fall,” hosted by MIL株式会社 and sponsored by 株式会社Delight, is running from October 13 to 15. Keynote speakers Gakuto Akashi of ワンメディア株式会社 and author Toy Anna will discuss common perceptions around recruitment videos for Generation Z. Participation is free. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360920Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:49:43 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社藤栄 has announced “Limited Edition 2027,” a limited-edition model of the iconic Japanese chair ニーチェアエックス. Reservations open November 13, 2026, and the chair is scheduled to go on sale January 14, 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360921Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:49:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社レアジョブ will launch “レアジョブ English Conversation Business Intensive,” a short-term intensive program for corporate clients targeting CEFR A2 to A2 High levels and aiming to help participants reach B1 in 4 months, starting November 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360922Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:49:14 +0900JapanPR TIMES有限会社吉備路オーガニックワーク・くぼ農園 will sell “The Muscat Lineage,” a gift set featuring Muscat of Alexandria and Shine Muscat grapes, in limited quantities in Kita Ward, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360923Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:47:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社藤栄 will hold the “Nychair X 2027 Exhibition” at Light Box Satellite in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, from October 31 to November 3, 2026, where it will unveil the new “Nychair X Limited Edition 2027.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360588Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:44:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESOnebox株式会社 has added Microsoft Teams integration to its “yaritori” email sharing and inquiry management system. This enables notifications to Teams channels and automatic email forwarding, while integration with Slack and Chatwork will continue to be offered. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360589Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:43:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe cover feature of the ニューズウィーク日本版 Oct. 20, 2026 issue is “The Evolving Railways of the World,” introducing railway developments in Europe, the United States, China and Japan, including Japan's maglev Shinkansen. Now on sale from 株式会社ＣＥメディアハウス. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360590Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:43:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人てあわせは10月13日、岩手県一関市の常堅寺で医療・介護・福祉関係者9名を対象に入棺体験会を開催。厚生労働省が普及を進める「人生会議（ACP）」の支援を目的とし、テレビ局4社が取材した。同法人は今後、無料の出張入棺体験を展開し、11月30日の「人生会議の日」にはミニシンポジウムを計画している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360591Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:43:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES熊本大学らの研究グループは、慢性腎臓病患者の血管石灰化において、免疫細胞から分泌されるタンパク質「カルプロテクチン（CPT）」がカルシウムリン酸結晶（CPP）の成熟を加速し、より悪質な結晶へと変化させる新たな機序を解明した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360592Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:41:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing a series of unauthorized access incidents, Netskope commented on the importance of data security and the need for visibility, based on data showing the number of instances of confidential data being sent to AI applications in Japan and the proportion of internal incidents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360598Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBB＆INC WELLNESS株式会社 will grand open LOUW, a wellness studio offering machine Pilates and mugwort steaming, in Imaizumi, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, on Oct. 23, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360597Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シンギー announced that a survey of 10,000 men aged 30–69 found that 50.0% had physical concerns, with thinning hair and hair loss (20.0%) the most common concern. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360596Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA fully private baby care room, “mamaro™,” made by Trim株式会社, will be installed and put into operation at “MK Bowl Kamigamo,” operated by エムケイ株式会社, starting Sept. 29, 2026, as part of a Kyoto Prefecture initiative. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360595Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHeaR株式会社は、中途採用の書類選考業務を55タスクに分解したレポートを公開し、AI導入により1候補者あたりの処理時間が従来約15分から1〜3分へ短縮される試算を示した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360594Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTECROWD, a real estate crowdfunding service operated by TECRA株式会社, has expanded the number of eligible participants in its fall asset management support campaign from the first 300 to 600. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360593Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESねんりん家, a baumkuchen specialty shop operated by 株式会社グレープストーン, will begin selling “Baumkuchen [An Butter Fresh Sandwich]” exclusively at 大丸東京店 starting Oct. 21, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360599Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:39:25 +0900JapanPR TIMESFocusFirstAdvisors株式会社, operator of 沢バンク, is holding a free fall viewing event in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture, through Nov. 30, 2026, offering visitors the chance to inspect land with a stream in person. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360600Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:35:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES伊賀市は、ユネスコ無形文化遺産登録10周年を迎える上野天神祭のPR動画を制作した。動画では、約100年ぶりに修繕されただんじりを手がけた大工職人の技と想いを紹介している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360602Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:35:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井不動産、新日本科学、ジャパン・ニュー・エナジーの3社は、鹿児島県指宿市において次世代型地熱発電技術「同軸二重管型クローズドループ方式」の実証実験に必要な掘削を完了し、国内初の商用化を目指した実証実験に本格着手する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360601Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:35:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESNC Corporation announced that play of 『AION2』 is now available at authorized esports venues and that it will hold a joint campaign with PC manufacturers to celebrate the launch of the service. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360603Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:35:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Cross Sports Park in ららぽーと愛知東郷” event, hosted by 株式会社MoveX, will be held on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026, with free tryouts and performances in double dutch, kendama and finger skateboarding. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360604Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:35:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESＳｋｙ株式会社 will exhibit at the “Local Government Information Promotion Fair 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe on Oct. 27–28, 2026, with product demonstrations and seminars. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360605Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:33:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社S-ONE-WEDDING.Co will launch its new product “ONE FAMILY” on Nov. 1, 2026. Based on a theme sheet designed by professionals around the bride and groom’s “favorites × feelings,” the product expresses their story on a welcome theme board or screen. The base price is ¥38,500 (tax included), and recommended items such as place cards and menu cards will also be offered. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360606Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:25 +0900JapanPR TIMESJ・market, a ticket shop operated by Cosmic Distribution, announced its ticket inquiry rankings for September 2026. JCB gift cards and telephone cards ranked highly among items people wanted to sell, while demand for ANA shareholder benefit coupons and JR East shareholder discount coupons grew among items for sale. The company also reopened its Tenjin Underground Mall store after renovations and began selling admission tickets for “GREEN×EXPO 2027.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360607Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Nagasaki Branch of 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟 (JAF), in partnership with 山田果樹園 in Saikai City, will hold a “原口早生みかん” harvesting experience event on Nov. 22, 2026. Participants can enjoy all-you-can-eat mandarins for 1 hour and take home a souvenir of about 3kg, among other benefits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360657Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpecial-cleaning company マインドカンパニー合同会社 has launched its original odor-elimination guarantee, “ゼロメトリー法,” which uses readings from the “OMX-ADM” odor meter to determine whether the odor of death has been eliminated. Readings are taken before and after the work, which is considered complete when all points register 0. If any reading is not 0, the work is repeated at no additional charge. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360656https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360656Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Kariya Candlelight concert featuring 愛知教育大学吹奏楽団 and Fever will be held in Kariya City for the first time. Open to all ages, it will take place on Nov. 8, 2026, at Kariya City Hokubu Lifelong Learning Center. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360655https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360655Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人大御所会 will begin accepting applications on Oct. 14, 2026, for free installation of its “ともしびガイド付き 防災防犯ライト,” a disaster-prevention and security light with multilingual evacuation guidance, at cultural properties and public facilities. The lights use solar power as an independent energy source and can illuminate and charge even during power outages. In a disaster, they automatically switch to evacuation guidance based on information from 気象庁; during normal times, they provide facility information in 9 languages. Supporting companies cover the cost, so facilities incur no expense. There were 127 installations in Japan as of August 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360654https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360654Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES福島鰹株式会社 launched “日々のだし,” a dashi brand for home use that brings to households the flavor it has supplied to restaurants in Kyoto, on its official e-commerce site on Oct. 10, 2026. The lineup includes 16 products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360653https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360653Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ライフストーリーズ has begun offering the “CircleReuse Reuse FC Package,” which supports the launch of reuse businesses for Type A and Type B continuous employment support facilities for people with disabilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360652https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360652Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社PLUS2 will hold the 北海道コンサドーレ札幌 support campaign “コテツイレブン2026” at 16 麺や虎鉄 locations across Hokkaido from Oct. 16 through Dec. 6. Customers can earn rewards by collecting stamps from eligible ramen dishes, each priced at ¥1,050, at 11 locations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360651https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360651Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社越境社員ドットコム has opened presignup for both sides for its 越境社員ドットコム Matching System, which matches regional businesses and municipalities with full-time employees of major corporations in urban areas for contract work. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360650https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360650Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESタオバオ announced a collaboration with popular actor Zhang Linghe, with plans to release a new brand video, roll out outdoor advertising and hold exclusive livestreams as part of its 11.11 campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360649Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社伊吹 develops and operates the AI consultation service Solvie with one person and AI. Over about 3 months, the project involved about 16,000 prompts to AI and 1,412 program changes. A preliminary estimate puts costs about 66% lower than a human-led development model. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360648https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360648Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES京都フードマイスター協会 will hold THE 茶法 SAHOW, a field practicum in Minamiyamashiro Village covering everything from growing and processing Uji tea to a matcha experience, on November 15, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360647Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社InfoBase published a report on retail use among 200 young people aged 15–34 in urban Vietnam on October 12, 2026. The findings show that traditional market use remains high at 64.9% even among those who trust the safety of Japanese-affiliated stores, and that consumers choose between modern and traditional retailers depending on the situation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360646https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360646Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe total backing for the Imabari 3-layer gauze pillow, currently being sold in advance on Makuake by bedding manufacturer ビーナスベッド株式会社, has topped 20 million yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360645Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウサギィ will launch Usakey, a license authentication service that remotely locks software developed by its users, on October 13, 2026. It offers a free trial plan for individuals and businesses, with features including contract management and detection of unauthorized use. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360644Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo branch of 韓国農水産食品流通公社 (aT) is holding a “NEXT K-FOOD” special sales event at 4 Korean supermarkets in Japan through October 31, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360643Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Sunshore officially launched カッテニ on October 14, 2026, an app that uses AI to automate SNS operations from planning to posting, leaving users only to review and approve. It is available from 9,980 yen per month (before tax), and a referral partner program has also begun. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360642Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCENSU TOKYO, operated by 合同会社Elgin, will offer a Christmas course from December 21 to 26, 2026, with reservations opening on October 21. Special roast chicken will also be available for takeaway from December 24 to 26. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360641Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本ノーベル株式会社は、Windows PC 1台でWindows、Android、iPhoneを制御する検証自動化ツール「QCWing」シリーズの新製品「QCWing for iPhone」と「QCWing for Smartphone」を2026年10月19日にリリースする。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360640Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEC-Consulting Japan株式会社 has launched support for Yahoo! Auction Store application screening. Drawing on a track record of supporting more than 500 companies, it provides free investigations into reasons for screening failures and assistance with reapplications. In response to the decline in the pass rate for Yahoo! Shopping (4%), it offers its expertise as a certified partner of LINEヤフー株式会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360639Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NTT HumanEX launched “DX＆AI ビギンズパス,” a subscription-based e-learning service for all employees that offers a structured way to learn everything from the basic knowledge needed to promote DX to practical skills, on Oct. 14, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360638Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社OTOGI won “Platinum Partner,” the highest honor, from among about 200 certified partners at the “Wantedly Success partner Awards,” hosted by ウォンテッドリー株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360637Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社桑原組 works with 有限会社橋本燃料 in Imazu-cho, Takashima City, to convert used cooking oil collected from employees into biodiesel fuel, which it uses to power its heavy machinery and work vehicles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360636Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGinger Lab President and CEO Ayano Ryugo will speak at “TechGALA 2026: BEYOND,” held in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on Dec. 16, 2026. Her presentation will be titled “REGENERATE — New Industrial Infrastructure Created by the Circular Economy.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360635Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“焼肉スエヒロ館,” a yakiniku restaurant operated by 株式会社スエヒロレストランシステム, will open a new location in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on Oct. 19, 2026. It is positioned as an authentic yakiniku restaurant where customers can enjoy Japanese beef at affordable prices, including kalbi for ¥480 and aged fresh beef tongue for ¥990. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360634Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社S2W has published Japanese-language versions of “State of State-Sponsored APT Threats in the First Half of 2026” and “Ransomware Trends in the First Half of 2026,” produced by the integrated analysis unit of its group company, S2W Inc. According to the reports, ransomware attacks worldwide totaled 5,984, up 35.1% from the same period a year earlier, while Japan recorded 64 incidents, the highest number in East Asia. Reports related to state-sponsored APTs linked to North Korea, China and Russia rose to 158, and new tactics, including the use of AI to disrupt analysis, were also identified. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360633Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES品川美容外科・品川スキンクリニック has announced the introduction of “NEWオリジオX,” a device that uses radiofrequency (RF) to treat sagging skin. It features 3 treatment modes and can address concerns ranging from skin texture to tightening the facial contours. Its proprietary cooling system is designed to minimize discomfort. Prices range from ¥22,000 to ¥88,000, including tax, depending on the treatment area. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360632Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 has released “40 Practical Frameworks for New Businesses” free of charge. It selects 40 frameworks based on the stage of consideration and objectives for a new business, helping turn discussions into concrete action. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360631Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCentral Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium, organizer of “TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND,” announced the third wave of sponsors, including SILVER sponsors 名古屋鉄道株式会社, 豊田合成株式会社 and 東海旅客鉄道株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360630Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTHE ROPPONGI CLINIC held an anniversary party for patients to mark its 6th anniversary. Dr. 長尾沙也加 and others attended and expressed their gratitude. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360629Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DroR released additional analysis of its “DOCI 2026” human capital disclosure survey, showing that the gap in causal-description attainment rates across 8 industries could be due to chance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360628Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESベッコフオートメーション will exhibit at JIMTOF2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 26 to 31, 2026, showcasing implementation examples that demonstrate the expandability of open CNC under the theme “Flexible functional development for machine tools.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360627Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA list of all 44 official license shops (25 outside the venues and 19 inside) for the “第5回アジアパラ競技大会（2026/愛知・名古屋）,” opening on October 18, 2026, has been released. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360626Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サンマルクホールディングス will begin restaurant service at its experimental store “サンマルク料理研究所” on October 14, 2026, offering 4 lunch options featuring Kyoto ingredients every Wednesday. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360625https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360625Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カチタス will participate in the vacant-home countermeasures seminar and free consultation at “Nagasaki Prefecture Housing Fair 2026,” held on October 17 and 18, 2026, and provide advice on selling and making use of vacant homes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360624Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社おおきに商店 has opened applications for its おおきに Ambassadors for FY2027 (5th cohort). The application deadline is November 11 at 23:59, and the term begins in January 2027 and lasts 1 year. The program expects to recruit up to around 50 groups and accepts applicants nationwide with an Instagram account, regardless of genre, including sports, art and music. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360623Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“ピクシー Pet Insurance Comparison” announced its Top 5 pet insurance popularity ranking based on applications received in September 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360622Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESコスモラボ, a marketing platform specializing in seniors operated by コスモヘルス株式会社, has released a report on SNS use based on a survey of 1,163 people aged 50 and over. LINE has reached nearly everyone, with a usage rate of 97.3%, while YouTube and Instagram are also in use. The most common way to find health information was “searching when something catches my interest,” at 64.9%, and interest in watching short videos was also high, at approximately 80%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360621Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Acalie has begun general sales of COSWHEEL MIRAI G, a specified small motorized vehicle that generated approximately ¥120 million in total series sales on Makuake. In-store sales are underway at 15 locations nationwide, including ビックカメラ, ヨドバシカメラ and ダイシャリン, alongside sales through the official e-commerce site and various e-commerce marketplaces. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360620Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIFS launched its new AI solution, “IFS Intelligence,” on October 13. The product aggregates data from industrial operations and turns natural-language conversations into actions. It offers 3 functions—Cowork, Loops (digital workers) and Runway—as well as the underlying “IFS Industrial AI Harness.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360619Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIFSジャパン announced “Industrial AI Harness,” an operational platform that supports the use of AI in industrial settings. The platform emphasizes data sovereignty and governance, and examples including Eight Group were also introduced. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360618https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360618Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Oct. 13, 2026, IFS announced “Fulfillment Flow,” context-aware AI for warehouse operations. The IFS Softeon solution uses digital workers to optimize fulfillment operations as a whole. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360617Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIFSジャパン株式会社 announced the results of the “IFS Industrial Index 2026” survey by industrial AI software provider IFS. It finds that while front-line employees are using AI to improve operational efficiency and cut costs, executives are lagging in governance, with a lack of safety and controls posing risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360616Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to the “Healthcare Service Report 2026” published by イプソス株式会社, Japan ranked No. 1 among 32 countries for the share of people who cited stress as their top health issue. Concern about mental health also rose 8 points from the previous year, but remained below the global average. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360615Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマーチャント・バンカーズ株式会社 has signed a business alliance agreement with AI TECHNOLOGY株式会社 and 株式会社TIGEREYE, aiming to create a next-generation real estate business by applying AI security cameras and facial recognition technology to its real estate operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360614Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピクルス has released a free guidebook for users of its SNS campaign service, “キャンつく,” titled “Detailed Guide to Instant-Win Gacha: October 2026 Edition.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360613Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESbravesoft株式会社 developed “PEKO SMILE CLUB,” a new web membership service for 不二家洋菓子店, operated by 株式会社不二家. The service offers members-only coupons and mobile ordering, among other features, and was implemented quickly and to a high standard using AI-driven development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360612Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES鶯宿温泉 ゆとりろ雫石, operated by 株式会社リロバケーションズ, is offering accommodation plans that include wine with a limited-edition label created in collaboration with “岩手くずまきワイン,” commemorating its relaunch on Oct. 8, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360611Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社いえらぶGROUP and its group company いえらぶコミュニケーションズ will hold a webinar on Oct. 22 and 23 to help rental agencies increase sales. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360610Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESビッグボーイ and ヴィクトリアステーション, operated by 株式会社ビッグボーイジャパン, will begin offering chestnut-themed desserts, including “Sweet Chestnut Mont Blanc Fudge Sundae,” from Oct. 20. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360609Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES銀座三越 will host “ラヴィット！グルメフェスティバル,” the first gourmet event for the TBS network morning program “ラヴィット！,” from Oct. 28 to Nov. 9, 2026. The event will bring together 26 stores at the event venue on the 7th floor of the new building, offering popular sweets and gourmet food featured on the program, eateries recommended by cast members, and menu items created in collaboration with the official character. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360608Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSORIN, a women's brand operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, has unveiled its 2026 winter collection and will begin accepting online preorders through MASH STORE and USAGI ONLINE from Oct. 19. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360485Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:24:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESKokusai Kogyo will begin testing 東海理化’s AI camera-equipped “Bus Crew Safety System” on 10 large route buses from Oct. 19, 2026, aiming to prevent accidents onboard and reduce the burden on drivers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360486Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:24:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポスメイジャパン, the Japanese subsidiary of Taiwanese ingredient manufacturer POSSMEI, announced that it will launch its canned drink brand “Popping Jacky” in earnest in Japan in spring 2027. It plans to ship 1.5 million cans per month and is currently offering advance sales at アミング stores and online marketplaces. It will also begin rolling out commercial popping boba in Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360487Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:23:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESブルーミング中西株式会社, founded in 1879, will begin accepting entries for its 7th design award on Nov. 3, 2026, through its handkerchief specialty store “CLASSICS the Small Luxury.” The theme is “The Power Flowers Bring,” and the Grand Prix prize is 100,000 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360488Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:21:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESプロトスター株式会社 will hold an online seminar on angel investing and taxation on Oct. 22, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360489Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESインターネット・アカデミー株式会社 has launched “AI Governance Training” for businesses, in which companies create internal documents outlining decision-making criteria for using AI in their work. The training comprises 6 hours and 3 stages, and aims for participating companies to create the first edition of their own “Internal AI Use Guidelines” during the training. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360501Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESカエデスタイル株式会社 announced that it will feature its PR character “Risuzawa-san” in a new series introducing exterior design items beloved by top designers, streaming every other week on YouTube from Oct. 14, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360500Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社EVERGREEN opened the women-only Pilates studio “PilaRizm (ピラリズム)” in Sakai, Ibaraki Prefecture, on Oct. 1, 2026. The studio offers machine Pilates to improve posture and studio lessons to help maintain that posture through monthly plans, with no enrollment or annual fees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360499Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES栗東総合産業株式会社 will hold “Let’s Go See the Garbage Collection Truck,” a hands-on event where participants can learn about recycling waste, in Ritto, Shiga Prefecture, on Nov. 14, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360498Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハタモリ is greatly expanding its 体験農園HATA-STEP farm in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, bringing the total to 80 plots. From November 2026, it will launch a new plan for businesses, providing dedicated spaces for welfare facilities such as child development support centers and after-school day services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360497Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Tosa City Stamp Rally 2026” will run in Tosa City, Kochi Prefecture, from Oct. 19 to Dec. 25, 2026. A digital stamp rally taking participants to 43 local businesses and a campaign using the PHOTO TRAIL photo-posting service will be held simultaneously, with participants able to enter from their smartphones. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360496https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360496Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESスター・マイカ株式会 announced its independent analysis showing that the Greater Tokyo secondhand condominium market is splitting in two at the 50 million yen mark. While the lower-priced segment remains firm, the higher-priced segment is seeing inventory rise and contract rates fall amid the impact of rising interest rates. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360495https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360495Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エンファム. will hold the free-admission parent-child festival “Little Mama Festa Niigata 2026Oct.” at Bandai Island Multipurpose Plaza in Niigata City on Oct. 17, 2026. A special talk live with Negicco and hands-on classes are among the planned activities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360494https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360494Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社土屋鞄製造所’s school bag brand “grirose” will launch “Couture Bouquet,” its first new series featuring embroidery, for children starting school in 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360493https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360493Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA free sampling vending machine, “Wan!Pass Vender,” operated by ペッツオーライ株式会社, has been installed at WHATAWON, an entertainment mall in Kishiwada, Osaka, operated by 株式会社antiqua. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360492https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360492Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クラスココンサルファーム will hold “Profit Structure Reform Seminars” for executives and managers of rental property management companies in 4 cities nationwide and online between November 2026 and January 2027. The seminars will explain a profit model generating ¥62 million in annual gross profit based on managing 1,000 units, as well as examples of AI use. To support participating companies’ business plans, the company will provide free profit-increase simulations and individual consulting. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360491https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360491Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESグランディール, a long-established Kyoto bakery operated by 株式会社オールハーツ・カンパニー, will release new chai, jasmine and matcha-flavored products, as well as limited-edition Christmas products, for a limited time starting November 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360490Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESNippon Columbia has released the official website and promotional video for the Nintendo Switch 2 game “Sumikko Gurashi: Welcome to the Warm Hot Springs.” The game is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026, and is priced at ¥6,380 (¥5,800 before tax). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360502Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:16:21 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フジクラ Representative Director and CFO 飯島和人 will appear in a special interview at the “5th Accounting and Finance Innovation Forum,” to be held on October 22, 2026. The theme is “The CFO of the Future: Getting Involved in Business Operations.” The event is hosted by JBpress Innovation Review and JBpress. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-09/index-en-p5.html#n3360503Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:15:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESKeidanren and 経団連自然保護協議会 have released the results of their FY2025 survey on corporate biodiversity initiatives. Initiatives have steadily advanced compared with the FY2024 survey, with an increase in companies responding to TNFD and qualitative improvements in contributions to the GBF, among other findings.