Real estate brokerages to compare “expense ratios.” First Expense Summit 2026 to be held in Naha on Nov. 10
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ソウルコネクション株式会社 will hold the “First Expense Summit 2026” in Naha on Nov. 10, 2026. The event will allow member real estate brokerages to anonymously share expense ratios against sales, including advertising and labor costs, and then discuss the background under their real names.
The plant and lifestyle market “Forest Botanical Gathering 2026” will be held Oct. 24 and 25 at THE BOTANICAL RESORT 林音 in 那珂市, Ibaraki — Free admission
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有限会社時の広告社 will hold the plant and lifestyle market “Forest Botanical Gathering 2026” at THE BOTANICAL RESORT 林音 in 那珂市, Ibaraki Prefecture, on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026. Admission is free.
SonarSource Japan announced that it has joined the OpenAI Daybreak Defense Network and will strengthen agentic security by integrating OpenAI GPT Cyber Models into the SonarQube Hunter Agent.
Facts
More than 22,000 companies as customers
75% of Fortune 100企業
More than 7 million developers
More than 750 billion lines of code every day
Companies mentioned：SonarSource Japan株式会社、Sonar、OpenAI、Fortune 100企業、Nvidia、ServiceNow、Booking.com、Goldman Sachs、AstraZeneca、Ford Motor Company、Gartner
LUCIR-K in Gofuku-cho, Shizuoka, to grand reopen at a new location on Nov. 6, becoming an experiential jewelry maison under the concept “JEWELRY & GASTRONOMY”
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株式会社ルシルケイ will grand reopen LUCIR-K at a new location in Gofuku-cho, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka, on Nov. 6, 2026, and launch a new business as an experiential jewelry maison based on the concept “JEWELRY & GASTRONOMY.”
大町自動車学校グループ to use AI to analyze lesson audio and visualize instructional quality; rollout at Nabeshima school scheduled to begin in November, examining 4 areas: adherence to standards, harassment prevention, psychological safety, and share of casual conversation
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株式会社OMCN announced that it will begin a phased rollout in November 2026 at the Nabeshima school of 大町自動車学校グループ (Omachi and Nabeshima schools) of a system that uses AI to analyze audio logs from lessons and visualize instructional quality. The analysis will cover 4 areas: adherence to standards, harassment prevention, psychological safety, and the share of casual conversation. Raw audio data will not be stored; only text information will be used.
横浜テーラーナガサカ, operated by 有限会社ナガサカ, is running an “Election Discount Campaign” in conjunction with the Yokohama mayoral election on Oct. 18, 2026. The campaign offers made-to-order suits made with special-stock fabric from Italian luxury clothing brand Loro Piana（ロロ・ピアーナ） at 20% off the regular price, encouraging people to vote.
A new emulsion developed with a focus on hair structure launches from salon-exclusive haircare brand soeff
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“soeff balancing care emulsion,” a new product focused on hair structure, will go on sale in October 2026 from salon-exclusive haircare brand soeff. Suitable for use both in and out of the bath, it targets thinning hair caused by aging and damage.
[From Kagoshima] Premium 黒毛和牛 “石原牛,” winner of dual honors, begins taking full orders for year-end gifts on Oct. 16! “3rd anniversary gift” and “5x early-bird points” campaigns to roll out
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株式会社マル善 will begin accepting orders on Oct. 16, 2026, for year-end gifts featuring 黒毛和牛 “石原牛,” which has won dual honors at domestic and international awards. It will also run a 3rd anniversary gift promotion and an early-bird campaign offering 5x points.
Considering how to support children who refuse to attend school — NHK学園高等学校 offers expert talks and hands-on programs
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学校法人NHK学園 will hold its “Autumn Open Program” at its Tokyo main campus in November 2026 for children concerned about school nonattendance or their future paths, their parents, and education professionals. Talks, discussion sessions, and hands-on programs will provide an opportunity to consider SEL-based communication and parent-child relationships.
New system-built construction products “H Span,” “S Span” and “Wood Span” launched, expanding coverage from small to large projects and from steel-frame to wooden construction
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Nissei Build Kogyo expanded its lineup of system-built structures and began sales of 3 new products: “H Span” for large-scale projects, “S Span” for small-scale projects, and “Wood Span” for wooden and mid-sized projects. Together with the existing “V Span” for mid-sized projects, the 4 products will expand the range of projects it can serve.
株式会社エレベーターアセット transferred shares to ジャパンエレベーターサービスホールディングス (JES), which is listed on the TSE Prime Market, and formed a capital alliance. The companies aim to realize sustainable social infrastructure by combining their elevator maintenance technology and expertise in asset utilization.
Facts
The figure also reaches 36.6% for condominiums whose reserve funds for repairs fall short of the amount required under their plans.
Capital: 2.506 billion yen (as of the end of March 2026)
Consolidated: 57.601 billion yen (fiscal year ended March 2026)
[Yunlabo Mirai-kan, Yomitan Village General Information Center, marks its 1st anniversary; 620,000 visitors]
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黄金環株式会社 and 株式会社飛翔の風 announced the 1st anniversary of the Yomitan Village General Information Center “Yunlabo Mirai-kan” and that cumulative visitor numbers had surpassed 620,000. An anniversary ceremony was held on October 4, 2026, where the latest information on revenue-generating private facilities and plans for returning benefits to the community were presented.
Facts
Cumulative visitors surpass 620,000
A total of 623,790 visitors have visited us
Yomitan Village population: 42,000
Policy to return 43% of business profits to the community
Impact report released on the results of agriculture-and-welfare collaboration initiatives in Rikuzentakata City
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一般社団法人トナリノ released an impact report on the results of agriculture-and-welfare collaboration initiatives in Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture. Results from fiscal 2022 through fiscal 2025 include the highest number of coordination cases in Iwate Prefecture and an average wage of 52,155 yen, far exceeding the national average.
Gomumari launches business AI agent for invoice processing
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ゴムマリ株式会社 will launch its “Invoice Processing AI Agent” on October 14, 2026, for processing received invoices. It can integrate with existing accounting systems and can be implemented for an initial setup fee starting at 500,000 yen and a monthly fee starting at 50,000 yen.
Facts
Starting October 14, 2026
just 7.2%
40.2% are “not addressing this,”
66.0% check and manage supplier registration status
57.8% check registration numbers when invoices are received
AI can make a flyer in 30 seconds. But “looking good” and “getting customers to act” are different. Practical design workshop for small businesses to be held on November 25
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香芝市商工会 will hold “How to Promote Your Store from Scratch Vol. 9” for small businesses on November 25, 2026. The hands-on workshop will teach participants how to review promotional materials created with AI and give specific instructions for revisions. Admission is free.
More than 60% of Web service and app users abandon their sessions midway—the top reasons are “the hassle of registering as a member” and “too many fields to fill in”
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A survey conducted by 株式会社Proximo and 未知株式会社 found that more than 70% of Web service and app users had abandoned a session midway. The main reasons were the hassle of registering or logging in and the number of fields to fill in.
“Your blood sugar reveals your ‘body type’” 株式会社SympaFit releases GlucoLens, a report interpreting 2 weeks of blood sugar records
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株式会社SympaFit released “GlucoLens,” a report service that interprets blood sugar records, on October 13, 2026. The service analyzes body types based on 2 weeks of blood sugar data and shows their relationship with diet and sleep.
Unveiling on October 19: “Haresora Park,” a garden for enjoying Tokachi’s natural surroundings, opens at Ferien Dorf
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キャピタル・ゼンリン株式会社 has created “Haresora Park,” a garden for enjoying Tokachi’s natural surroundings, at Ferien Dorf in Nakasatsunai Village, Hokkaido, and will hold an unveiling event on October 19, 2026.
株式会社アハハナ to launch “post-graduation practical education” for NLP graduates in January 2027
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株式会社アハハナ will launch small-group post-graduation practical education programs for NLP graduates in January 2027. The 2 programs are “MP Integration & Case Mentoring” and “ETT Advanced Trainer Mentoring,” each with a capacity of 12 participants. Applications will open on October 14, 2026.
Facts
Each program has a capacity of 12 participants
Original10月31日までの第1期創設価格：99,000円（税込）
Price from November 1 onward: 132,000 yen (tax included)
Original10月31日までの第1期創設価格：330,000円（税込）
Price from November 1 onward: 440,000 yen (tax included)
[2nd year of the contest] 5 teams advancing to the final judging of the “2026 Idea Contest to Address Vegetable Shortages Among People in Their 20s” have been selected! The final judging will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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The 5 teams that passed the first round of judging for the “2026 Idea Contest to Address Vegetable Shortages Among People in Their 20s” have been selected. The final judging will be held in Tokyo on November 18, 2026.
[Survey on generative AI and marketing] 80.6% of companies using it across the organization “see results”
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WINDOM株式会社 conducted a survey on the use of generative AI in corporate marketing. While 80.6% of companies using it across the organization reported seeing results, the figure was just 30.8% among those in the trial-use group, a difference of 49.8 percentage points. In addition, 86.0% of all users edit AI-generated content, leading to the conclusion that operational planning—not simply implementation—is important.
Facts
467 respondents in total
57.0% of 100 generative AI users
30.8% among the 26 trial users
A difference of 49.8 percentage points
68.4% of the 57 respondents who “strongly or somewhat” saw results
86.0% of 100 generative AI users
Only 6.0% can use the results almost as-is
Even among the 17 users who said they “strongly felt” the benefits, the figure was 70.6%
“Corporate Digital Communication Summit 2026,” featuring best practices from leading companies worldwide and the latest trends, to be held on Nov. 11
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株式会社ミツエーリンクス will hold the “Corporate Digital Communication Summit 2026” in person on Nov. 11, 2026, and invite consultants from Bowen Craggs社 to introduce examples from leading companies worldwide and the latest trends.
[Event announcement] Japan’s premier amateur contest, “Metroflex Gym presents Amateur Olympia Japan,” kicks off on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1! Top amateurs from around the world will gather!
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IFBB bodybuilding organization ZeniX will hold the amateur contest “Metroflex Gym presents Amateur Olympia Japan” at Misato City Cultural Hall in Saitama Prefecture on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026. Up to 24 IFBB PRO CARDs will be awarded, and a total of 10 companies will set up exhibition booths.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 1
Up to 24
10 in total
Capital: 5,000,000 yen
Companies mentioned：primeエンターテイメント株式会社、ZeniX、Metroflex Gym、IFBB Professional League、NPC Worldwide
[ITCOLLEGE] At Home’s new graduate engineer training case study released! A look behind the scenes at custom-made training tailored to company policy to build a foundation for talent driving real estate DX
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株式会社リゾーム has published a case study on its new graduate engineer training program at At Home, a real estate information service. Since fiscal 2025, the company has provided custom-made training using ITCOLLEGE, including technical support in PHP and C# and in-person instruction.
Travel around Japan on your smartphone! Find scenery from your hometown or travel destinations on a map and decorate your room with it. “Ayuwara Scenery Posting and Sales” launches map search feature
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あゆわら株式会社 launched a map search feature for “Ayuwara Scenery Posting and Sales” in October 2026, allowing users to find landscape artworks by prefecture. Cumulative sales have topped 200,000 prints.
かぐやクリニック will begin prescribing, through online consultations, a test kit that does not need to be returned and can detect 4 conditions—HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B and hepatitis C—from a fingertip blood sample in about 15 minutes, starting Oct. 14, 2026. The price is 6,980 yen (tax included).
Facts
Starting Oct. 14, 2026
4 conditions: HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B and hepatitis C
Check the result line in about 15 minutes
There were 624 newly reported HIV infections in Japan
There were 266 reported AIDS cases
890 cases in total
29.9% of new reports
Price: 6,980 yen (tax included)
Initial and follow-up consultation fees, shipping and payment fees: 0 yen
Doctor consultations: daily, 9:00–23:00
LINE consultations accepted 24 hours a day
Usually delivered in about 1–2 days after shipping
New York-based premium tea brand “HARNEY & SONS” will exhibit again this year at “World Tea Festival 2026” at 阪急うめだ本店. New “The Library Blend” to go on sale ahead of its official launch
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株式会社メディカ・ライン, operator of the New York-based premium tea brand “HARNEY & SONS,” will exhibit at “World Tea Festival 2026,” held at 阪急うめだ本店 from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2, 2026, and offer its new “The Library Blend” and Holiday Collection for sale ahead of their official launches.
“PIZZERIA DA GRANZA” chef Daiki Sakamoto has competed in the world championships 6 times and placed in all 6 appearances. The world’s top pizza, Campione, and Japan’s top pizza, STG, are served at the restaurant
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Chef Daiki Sakamoto of “PIZZERIA DA GRANZA” has competed in the pizza world championships 6 times and placed in every competition. The restaurant serves Campione, ranked number one in the world, and STG, ranked number one in Japan.
Facts
More than 100 pizza makers gathered from across Japan
Also placed 3rd in the world for pasta for 2 consecutive years
Companies mentioned：株式会社GRANLBERO、PIZZERIA DA GRANZA、アルポルト、tabelog.com
The “HR AI × DX Culture Festival” will be held at Shibuya Stream Hall on Monday, Nov. 9 and Tuesday, Nov. 10! 2 days to learn for free about AI use cases and practical know-how from major companies and HR departments advancing human capital management
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一般社団法人ピープルアナリティクス＆HRテクノロジー協会 will hold the “HR commons: HR AI and DX Culture Festival” at Shibuya Stream Hall on Nov. 9 and 10, 2026. About 1,000 people attended last year. This year, the event will provide an open forum for sharing AI use cases and challenges, led by HR professionals.
株式会社あいきゅ to open “nikopin,” a café with a play area and childcare, in February 2027!!
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株式会社あいきゅ is raising funds on the crowdfunding platform “READYFOR” to help cover interior construction costs as it prepares to open “nikopin,” a café with a play area and childcare, in Zushi City in February 2027.
Facts
Target amount: 2.5 million yen
A 3-minute walk from Zushi-Hayama Station
Has been organizing Thai cooking classes and other events for about 10 years
Streamlining real estate acquisition operations with AI — DEEP HOLDINGS, which uses AI for valuations, document creation and case management in its own operations, offers consulting based on its practical experience
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DEEP HOLDINGS株式会社 offers AI and IT consulting to small and midsize businesses, drawing on its track record of using AI to streamline operations in real estate acquisition and brokerage.
Facts
Original従来1件あたり約2時間かかっていた査定の下調べ〜資料作成を
has been cut to about 10 minutes
Creating preparatory documents that used to take about 1.5 hours
Salon cancellation and no-show rates differ by booking channel
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株式会社リザービア has published a survey report compiling salon booking data. Across the 3 main booking channels, customer-initiated web bookings had the highest cancellation rate (17.61%) but the lowest no-show rate (1.80%), revealing that the rankings for the 2 metrics do not match.
Local specialties gather in Shimokitazawa for “Shimokita 三ツ星 Bazaar 2026,” taking place Oct. 31 (Sat.) and Nov. 1 (Sun.)!!
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Co-hosted by 昭和信用金庫 and 下北沢商店連合会, “Shimokita 三ツ星 Bazaar 2026” will be held at the plaza in front of Shimokitazawa Station on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026. A total of 69 booths will take part, with the aim of revitalizing the local economy.
ラクラス株式会社 has completely revamped the page for its “HR BPO Services,” which provides support for HR, payroll, social insurance, and attendance management through cloud systems and BPO. Its concept is “HR can focus on the work it should be doing.” The page clearly explains the overall scope of full outsourcing, its capacity to handle complex operations for large companies, and its security measures.
Is “all in your head” really “all in your head”? New book “Placebo Hack” by pharmacy PhD Takayuki Seko published by 幻冬舎
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“Placebo Hack,” a new book by Takayuki Seko, a pharmacy PhD and representative of 株式会社YURU, has been published by 幻冬舎, which has begun accepting advance copies for media outlets and companies.
株式会社BuzzCreate begins recruiting sales and referral partners nationwide for its fully performance-based SNS promotion service “BuzzCreate Reach”
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株式会社BuzzCreate has begun recruiting sales and referral partners nationwide, including advertising agencies, PR companies, and sales support companies, as it expands its fully performance-based SNS promotion business, “BuzzCreate Reach.”
Facts
Original1再生0.5円〜
Production and management of more than 1,000 creative assets per month
Hair care brand “TRIII” expands distribution further; sales to begin at ハンズ and アインズ＆トルペ in October
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Hair care brand “TRIII,” developed by 株式会社トリー, will begin rolling out sales of “TRIII Oil Care” and “TRIII Milk Care” at ハンズ and アインズ＆トルペ locations nationwide starting in October 2026.
Payment terminals become gateways to credit assessments. Alliex and LOTTE FINANCE announce a simplified credit service for small businesses in Vietnam that uses card transaction data in assessments
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Alliex Vietnam and LOTTE FINANCE have launched a simplified credit service for small businesses in Vietnam that uses POS payment data in credit assessments.
The Jordan Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai ranked No. 1 in visitor satisfaction and won 2 BIE awards. Since the Expo closed, it has continued cultural exchange through the “Jordan Caravan” and the transfer of exhibits to locations across Japan.
月の輪自動車教習所 offers forklift skills training in Indonesian, anticipating expanded acceptance of foreign workers in the logistics warehouse sector
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株式会社瀬田月輪自動車教習所 offers forklift skills training in Indonesian, using Indonesian-language interpretation and translated materials in anticipation of expanded acceptance of foreign workers in the logistics warehouse sector. All 4 Indonesian participants in the first session earned their qualifications, and the next session is scheduled for December 2026.
株式会社BPIO launches beta version of “BPIO-style BPOTraining (BPO Training),” an AI-enabled training service to develop talent for BPO operations
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株式会社BPIO has launched the beta version of “BPIO-style BPOTraining (Bipitore),” an AI-enabled training service that supports the development of talent responsible for launching and expanding BPO operations. The service offers generative AI-powered learning support and practical know-how curricula for financial institutions and BPO companies.
UA-JAPAN RECORDS urges companies to promote their strengths with measurable figures, rather than relying on dark patterns
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UA-JAPAN RECORDS, operated by Imperial Nexus株式会社, has urged companies to promote strengths that can be demonstrated with figures rather than relying on dark patterns, in light of warnings from 消費者庁.
M&A that keeps a live-streamer agency’s name intact: YOUPACE launches “LIVER UNITED” to discuss agency mergers; 3 agencies have already joined
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株式会社YOUPACE has launched “LIVER UNITED,” an M&A project that takes over the operation of live-streamer agencies while preserving their names and concepts. 3 agencies—fmfm, Carry, and pino live—have already joined, and the company is accepting free consultations from agency owners interested in joining.
wagamama signs partnership agreement with Hakuoh University women’s basketball team as an “OPT Partner Club”
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株式会社wagamama has signed a partnership agreement with Hakuoh University’s women’s basketball team as an “OPT Partner Club,” supporting women athletes’ health needs by providing absorbent boxer briefs and holding performance seminars.
【Survey by ジュエルカフェ, which operates about 300 stores nationwide】Wait before throwing away that gold tooth—it could be worth around ¥90,000 for 5 grams of metal
【pas de calais】パドカレ showcased its new line, “RE EDITION,” at a pop-up store held at 阪急うめだ本店 in September, wrapping up the event to favorable reviews.
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pas de calais, a brand of 株式会社ギャラリー・ド・ポップ, showcased its new line, “RE EDITION,” at a pop-up store held at 阪急うめだ本店 in September, wrapping up the event to favorable reviews.
Facts
Launched in fall/winter 2026
First introduced in the 2000s
Companies mentioned：pas de calais、パドカレ、株式会社ギャラリー・ド・ポップ、阪急うめだ本店
株式会社ナガサワ文具センター will launch the “Milk Chocolate” fountain pen on October 16, 2026. Its color is based on “Milk Chocolate,” a shade from the “Kobe INK物語” ink collection inspired by Kobe’s scenery.
The new sake season is here! 「型抜きランド」 launches a special campaign for creating neck-hanging POP displays for sake, shochu and wine makers! Also available: the new “neck-wrap” POP display, designed to show its promotional message from all 360 degrees.
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「型抜きランド」, operated by 株式会社プリントフェスタ, has launched a special campaign for creating neck-hanging POP displays for sake, shochu and wine makers ahead of the new sake season, and is offering a new 360-degree-visible “neck-wrap” model.
Facts
For large orders of 10,000 or more
Up to 5 free samples
Samples will be sent within ３～４ days after the submitted data is approved.
From Wednesday, October 14, 2026, through Friday, December 11, 2026
Kisarazu’s 鳥居崎倶楽部 and Lounge Range join forces. A new golf experience combining sushi, hot springs and lodging launches on November 1, 2026.
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株式会社LoungeRange will launch a collaborative project with 鳥居崎倶楽部, a sushi inn in Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture, on November 1, 2026, offering a new stay experience that combines simulator golf with sushi, hot springs and lodging.
Facts
Operates 80 stores nationwide
From Nov. 1, 2026
Originalお一人様1時間 5,000円
Originalお一人様1時間 7,000円
Originalお一人様1時間 10,000円
Honed their skills for 30 years at a renowned restaurant
Companies mentioned：株式会社LoungeRange、鳥居崎倶楽部、GREEN CLUB、Lounge Range
【Episode ３】“I’d like to try reading aloud, too!” — How a small step by residents connected the community | 株式会社ソフテック
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株式会社ソフテック will apply in October 2026 to seek certification as a 2027 Certified Health and Productivity Management Organization. It is also featuring a case in which residents’ reading-aloud activities connected the community as the third installment of its information series, “How Small Actions Changed Libraries,” which explores the future of libraries.
Facts
October 2026
Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2027
Enter a “BLOOMING! Winter in Motion” space where music, skating, light and flowers come alive: “Winter Wonder Park Yokohama 2026-27”
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YMC冬季山下公園イベント実行委員会 will hold “Winter Wonder Park Yokohama 2026-27” at Yamashita Park in Yokohama from December 5, 2026, to February 28, 2027. The theme is “BLOOMING! Winter in Motion,” with a skating rink, illuminations and DJ events planned.
Japan’s first free sample vending machine for dogs arrives at Tenshiba, in front of Tennoji Station
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GRASS, operated by 株式会社AsoboLabo, has installed Japan’s first free sample vending machine for pets, “Wan!Pass Vender,” at Tenshiba in front of Tennoji Station in Osaka. Through integration with Wan!Pass, dog owners can verify their identities and receive free samples of pet food and other products. For now, the machines are available only at 2 locations: Tenshiba and WHATAWON in Kishiwada.
Facts
Original各サンプル1種類につき1か月に1個まで
Only 2 locations: Tenshiba, in front of Tennoji Station in Osaka, and WHATAWON in Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture
La Maison du R, the sweets brand run by Tokai On Air’s Ryo through R-LAB., opens its first location in Okinawa!
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La Maison du R, a sweets brand operated by 株式会社R-LAB., will make its first appearance at an event running from October 30 to November 8, 2026, at サンエー浦添西海岸 PARCO CITY in Urasoe, Okinawa Prefecture, where it will offer an advance sale of its new “Nama Toro” series.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 8
[10 days]
Business hours: 10:00–20:00
Companies mentioned：株式会社R-LAB.、La Maison du R、サンエー浦添西海岸 PARCO CITY、大丸松坂屋百貨店、R COFFEE STAND、HAERA
【Free to attend】Hands-on session for operating domestically made AMRs in Tokyo, November 11–13
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シナノケンシ株式会社 (ASPINA) will hold individual hands-on sessions for its domestically made “AspinaAMR” in Tokyo from November 11 to 13. Participation is free, and attendees can try mapping and creating automated transport programs using the actual equipment, as well as consult on integrating it with facility systems.
Facts
Wednesday, November 11–Friday, November 13
75 minutes per session
Set up automated transport using the actual equipment in about 60 minutes
AspinaAMR85L (lift model, 85kg payload)
AspinaAMR100 (standard model, 100kg payload)
AspinaAMR150L (slim model with lift, 150kg payload)
Reducing “the same revisions” in ad production. Off Beat launches Ad Check, an AI quality control tool that accumulates and applies feedback
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Off Beat株式会社 has launched Ad Check, an AI quality control tool for advertising agencies and production companies. The tool stores revision instructions as rules for each product and uses them for AI checks, aiming to reduce the burden of reviews and revisions.
Trial run of Hamamatsucho's free shuttle bus; “Hamamatsucho Detour Ticket” campaign offers “little treats” at stops along the way
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一般社団法人浜松町芝大門エリアマネジメント will run a commemorative “Hamamatsucho Detour Ticket” campaign alongside the trial run of the “Hamamatsucho Free Shuttle Bus,” scheduled for October 31 to November 8, 2026.
Facts
9 days, from Saturday, October 31, 2026, to Sunday, November 8
The bus will make a circuit of 7 stops in about 60 minutes
7 bus stops
About 80% of use was for purposes such as sightseeing, dining and shopping
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人浜松町芝大門エリアマネジメント、株式会社世界貿易センタービルディング、株式会社貿易ビルサービス、HAGISO Inc.
Architect Manabu Chiba exhibition: “A Dialogue on ‘My Father’s House’ — From Design to Construction Site”
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日本ＥＲＩ株式会社 will host an exhibition starting November 7, 2026, featuring architect Manabu Chiba and displaying the design process, models and other materials related to his signature work, “My Father’s House.”
New NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE merchandise project NEEDY GIRL OVERNIGHT, themed around staying up late, launches on the official online store on 10/24 (Sat)! Merchandise linked to “Nidiga Radio” also available!
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株式会社タブロー will begin taking orders for NEEDY GIRL OVERNIGHT, a new merchandise project for NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE, through its official online store on October 24, 2026. The lineup includes 10 merchandise items, including products linked to the radio show.
Facts
3 million downloads to date
10 new merchandise items
Saturday, October 24, 2026, 00:00
Capital: 3,000,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社タブロー、WSS playground、NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE OFFICIAL STORE
Series sales surpass 10,000 units | New pink beige color of SAND STEPPER®, a room-training gear with a feel like walking on sand, launches early on Makuake!
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株式会社メイプルマーケット will launch “pink beige,” a new color of its SAND STEPPER room-training gear, which has sold more than 10,000 units to date, exclusively in advance on Makuake.
Hiroki Yazawa, representative of 合同会社YOMOGI BASE, held a mugwort seed-harvesting event in a field at an elevation of 1,200m in Fujimi, Nagano Prefecture. 10 people from Tokyo, Kanagawa and Nagano took part, observing the cultivation in fallow farmland as well as the flowers, buds and seeds.
Free consultation sessions for victims of social media courses begin October 15; also open to cases involving schools, business courses and side-job consultants other than 株式会社Unity
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司法書士法人ライトストーン法務事務所 will hold free consultation sessions from October 15 to December 25, 2026, for contract disputes involving expensive schools, business courses and side-job consulting services prompted by social media ads or influencers. The sessions will also cover cases other than those involving 株式会社Unity.
株式会社thePIXEL, in collaboration with MIYASHITA PARK, will present the third installment of PIXEL LAYERED, a cultural project showcasing new works by pixel artist hermippe across 58 LED screens.
EDO ALL UNITED offers a new matchday experience using Field TALK+! A total of 170 people experienced live commentary and analysis across 3 matches
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Guide phones for Field TALK+, a simultaneous two-way radio system distributed in Japan by 株式会社城山 as its exclusive agent, were used for live audio commentary and analysis at 3 official matches of soccer club EDO ALL UNITED, with a total of 170 people taking part.
Facts
A total of 170 people across 3 matches
3 matches in total
Up to 3 people can speak at the same time
Companies mentioned：株式会社城山、EDO ALL UNITED、株式会社フットメディア
Generative Agents launches “AI Coding Practical Course: Advanced,” an AI-driven development training program supporting harness engineering
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株式会社ジェネラティブエージェンツ has launched “AI Coding Practical Course: Advanced,” a corporate training program for development managers and development leaders. The course teaches harness engineering through lectures and team exercises in its proprietary practice environment, “Harness Lab.”
Facts
Learn in 1 day
Teams of 3–4 people
Approximately 2,000 QA engineers
Approximately 30 people have taken the course in total
Starting at 6 participants
More than 500 people have taken related training courses to date
ソルビファイ and ロジスティード begin full-scale use of SolvifAI upstream-process AI agents. Aim to standardize requirements definition document quality and strengthen solution delivery capabilities
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ソルビファイ株式会社 has begun full-scale use of its SolvifAI upstream-process AI agents at ロジスティード株式会社. The initiative aims to standardize the quality of requirements definition documents and improve system development productivity.
A study of well-being among modern women identifies 5 factors that contribute to happiness. At the center was “a sense of being able to make one’s own decisions.”
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株式会社ICORE and 株式会社Lilynage surveyed approximately 500 modern women in their 20s to 50s on well-being and identified 5 factors that contribute to happiness: a flexible sense of self, contribution through work, care for mind and body, being true to oneself, and balance. At the center was “a sense of being able to make one’s own decisions,” which was found to be more closely linked to life satisfaction than income.
CYLLENGE to exhibit at Local Government Informationization Promotion Fair 2026, showcasing 3 products including “Smooth File Network Separation Model,” with more than 900 installations at local governments and public organizations
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株式会社CYLLENGE will exhibit at “Local Government Informationization Promotion Fair 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe on October 27 and 28, 2026, showcasing 3 products including “Smooth File Network Separation Model.”
Facts
More than 900 installations at local governments and public organizations
[Physician awareness] 70% have experienced vaginal looseness or water leakage. The reality for women affected and where a female physician recommends seeking advice
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The medical corporation 医療法人社団渓山会’s サイトリ杉山美容クリニック has released findings from an awareness survey of 300 women conducted in September–October 2026, reporting that 70% had experienced vaginal looseness or water leakage, and is encouraging them to seek advice from a medical institution.
Reading CD “RECITATION－rōdoku－” by 『Zガンダム』 voice actor and literary award-winning author 崔雅子 set for nationwide release on October 28!
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崔雅子, a voice actor in 『Zガンダム』 and a literary award-winning author, will release the reading CD “RECITATION－rōdoku－” on October 28, 2026, bringing together her acting skills from her voice-acting days and her descriptive prowess as a writer.
Facts
Price: 1,000 yen (tax included)
5 solid, beautiful, poignant worlds that captivate adults
Originalエクシオ・デジタルソリューションズ「ServiceNow® World Forum Tokyo 2026」出展のお知らせ
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エクシオ・デジタルソリューションズ will exhibit as a gold sponsor at “ServiceNow World Forum Tokyo 2026,” taking place October 27–28, 2026. Its booth will showcase “CSM QuickPack with AI,” a customer-base support solution, and “CloudSign eSignature Spoke,” a solution for streamlining contract procedures.
From “feeling refreshed” to “nurturing yourself.” “moyamoya™,” offering “modern養生” with medicinal herbs and steam, opens on Sunday, October 25, 2026
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株式会社MAE will open “moyamoya,” a wellness facility using medicinal herbs and steam, at the traditional Japanese home “土肥邸母屋” in Tateyama, Nakaniikawa District, Toyama Prefecture, on October 25, 2026.
Facts
Sunday, October 25, 2026
A 130-year-old traditional Japanese house
Building: 442.69㎡
Site: 2738.86㎡
Capital: 93 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社MAE、富山大学附属病院薬剤部、Healthian-wood、dot studio 一級建築士事務所、株式会社GEN風景
[Press release] イーディーエル obtains Google for Education™ Higher Education PD Partner certification
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イーディーエル株式会社 has obtained Google for Education’s “Higher Education PD Partner” certification program for higher education institutions, expanding its professional development support from the K-12 sector to higher education.
やまや食堂 gets even more “Hakata-style” and even tastier. Major menu revamp at 2 locations in Okinawa Prefecture on Thursday, 10/15!
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株式会社やまやコミュニケーションズ will significantly revamp the menus at its 2 “博多めんたいやまや食堂” locations in Okinawa Prefecture starting October 15, 2026, expanding the set meals to 16 varieties and including Okinawa-prepared mentaiko with every set meal.
Facts
2 locations in Okinawa Prefecture
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Expanded to 16 set meal varieties
One whole mentaiko
Hakata specialty platter (motsunabe and sesame mackerel) / 2,590 yen
Hakata motsunabe (flying-fish dashi soy sauce) / 1,990 yen
[Toshima Ward × 東京都行政書士会 × 東武不動産 vacant home seminar, held Sept. 26] 東武不動産 speaks at “Vacant Home Seminar” at 豊島区 Hall, sharing solutions to the increasingly serious problems of inherited and neglected vacant homes
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東武不動産株式会社 spoke at the “Vacant Home Seminar” held at 豊島区 Hall on Sept. 26, presenting solutions to problems involving inherited and neglected vacant homes.
[CHELSEA] Signs exclusive Japanese distributor agreements with Ana Tomy and SUITE702!
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株式会社ゲオ’s Chelsea Division has signed exclusive Japanese distributor agreements with Malaysian bag brand “Ana Tomy” and Dutch towel and homewear brand “SUITE702.”
Facts
For more than 40 years
3 times with “Ana Tomy”
2 times with “SUITE702”
Since its arrival in Japan in fall 2025
Companies mentioned：株式会社セカンドリテイリング、株式会社ゲオ、CHELSEA、ANA TOMY SDN BHD社、SUITE702 B.V.社
To mark its 16th anniversary on Oct. 14, 2026, specialty mentaiko restaurant “元祖博多めんたい重” will launch a special set, “めんたい重の創業セット,” exclusively through its official online store, with free shipping (¥7,560 including tax).
“Huh? Were ogres’ hair and clothes always like that?” A child chose a color scheme adults wouldn’t pick without hesitation. A picture book that brings out children’s creativity
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特定非営利活動法人フォーエヴァーグリーン proposes the creative storybook “Reiwa-era Momotaro 2.0.” Featuring a coloring page with no right answer for the ogre’s color scheme, it is recommended for parents and children to read and compare together as an educational resource that draws out children’s creativity.
Officially supervised by 4 major manufacturers—Intel, ASRock, GIGABYTE and MSI: Announcement of capsule toy “Manufacturer-Supervised Palm-Sized PC Parts”
“Drone Engineer Training Program,” which has produced more than 780 graduates, opens its 22nd cohort on Nov. 14
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ドローン・ジャパン株式会社 will open the 22nd cohort of its “Drone Engineer Training Program” on Nov. 14, 2026. The program has produced more than 780 graduates to date and offers 3 courses in which participants can gain practical skills in ArduPilot and AI technology.
[¥10 million in total prizes] Romance matching app “Wakuwaku” launches “Halloween Campaign 2026”
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株式会社ワクワクコミュニケーションズ will run the “Halloween Campaign 2026” on its romance matching app “Wakuwaku” from Oct. 15, 2026, with prizes including Amazon gift cards worth a total of ¥10 million.
Facts
10 million yen in total prizes
30 guests
70 winners
12,000 winners
More than 1,300万人 registered
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワクワクコミュニケーションズ、Apple Inc.、Google Inc.
“Litera (BringRitera)” strengthens AI content creation features for SEO/AIO/LLMO through integration with 株式会社ラクス’s “Rakuraku Email Marketing”
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株式会社BringFlower has begun integrating its SEO/AIO/LLMO platform “Litera (BringRitera)” with 株式会社ラクス’s email marketing service “Rakuraku Email Marketing,” aiming to further differentiate its AI content creation features.
㈱成和化成 presents research findings in a poster at the 36th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress
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株式会社成和化成 presented a poster at the IFSCC Congress in Perth, Australia, reporting research findings that the skincare ingredient “HAZUMI-HADA®” rejuvenates senescent fibroblasts and normalizes collagen fiber formation.
Blueship and ジャパンシステム to exhibit together at ServiceNow World Forum Tokyo2026
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株式会社Blueship and ジャパンシステム will exhibit together at ServiceNow World Forum Tokyo2026, taking place on Oct. 27 and 28, 2026, and showcase use cases leveraging CRM and SPM.
[第一滝本館] Autumn-only freshly squeezed Mont Blanc parfait debuts; organic tea recommended for warming up and a parfait-sharing set also on sale
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観音山フルーツパーラー登別, located inside the long-established 第一滝本館 ryokan in Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido, will begin serving its autumn-only “Freshly Squeezed Mont Blanc Parfait” on Oct. 12, 2026. “Wellness Organic Tea” and a “Parfait Sharing Set” for 2 people are also on sale.
Develops fire-resistant LED display that can be installed in fire prevention districts
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株式会社電通ライブ and セキシン電子 have developed an LED display made from noncombustible materials that complies with Article 64 of the Building Standards Act and have filed a patent application. Installation approval was obtained in Osaka City in July 2026.
コンステラセキュリティジャパン to hold 3rd free webinar on cognitive warfare and information operations on Oct. 21
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コンステラセキュリティジャパン will hold the 3rd installment of its free webinar series on cognitive warfare and information operations on Oct. 21, 2026. This session will provide a cross-cutting analysis of false and misleading information on social media concerning multiple natural disasters in Japan and explain case studies using technology under development through a project selected by 総務省.
[Free to attend] Office worker sells EC site for ¥6 million! “Small M&A Networking Event,” featuring a first-hand account from a seller, to be held on Oct. 29
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サイトキャッチャー株式会社 will hold a “Small M&A Networking Event” on Oct. 29, 2026. The event will feature a first-hand account from an office worker who sold an EC site for ¥6 million, as well as a discussion on evaluating deals, providing a place to deepen understanding of M&A and exchange information.
2 days of fun for children and adults alike! “MATAHARI LAND” at Yoyogi Park on Sat., Oct. 24 and Sun., 25!
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Original株式会社MATAHARIと360WORLD合同会社が主催する、東京・代々木公園で開催される入場無料イベント「MATAHARI LAND」の概要。2026年10月24日（土）と25日（日）に開催され、日中は子ども向け体験イベント「KIDS PARK FESTA」、夕方からはDJイベント「UNK?OWN」が行われる。
Product and pricing revamp for the “AutoFork Walkie” automated forklift
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株式会社ハクオウロボティクス has revamped the product and pricing structure for its “AutoFork Walkie” automated forklift and has begun offering it at a base price of 6.4 million yen, excluding tax.