# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-14 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 1 of 13

One 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.

## 【September New Arrivals】A roundup of custom-made pin badge production examples｜See the latest examples in one place!

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:44:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000118109.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329753-en.html
- anchor: #n3361850
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デザインアンドデベロップメント、PINS FACTORY、株式会社東京玉子本舗、学校法人平成学園、K-POWERSラグビー部、一般社団法人小千谷観光協会、おぢや風船一揆実行委員会事務局、東京ベイ舞浜ホテル ファーストリゾート、一般社団法人プレゼンテーション協会、北海道大学地域水産業共創センター

PINS FACTORY®, operated by 株式会社デザインアンドデベロップメント, has introduced 7 custom-made pin badge production examples added in September. The examples cover uses including company badges, commemorative gifts and promotional goods.

Facts:
- More than 1,700 projects
- More than 7,800 designs per year

## 総務省「地域社会DX推進パッケージ事業」に採択

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:42:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000178959.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329755-en.html
- anchor: #n3361851
- Companies mentioned: 総務省、ID&Eホールディングス株式会社、日本工営株式会社、九電ドローンサービス株式会社、西技測量設計株式会社、炎重工株式会社、国土交通省九州地方整備局筑後川ダム統合管理事務所、九州電力株式会社

ID&Eホールディングス傘下の日本工営、九電ドローンサービス、西技測量設計、炎重工の4社が、総務省の「地域社会DX推進パッケージ事業」に採択され、大分県日田市の松原ダムおよび夜明ダムにおいて、Starlinkやローカル5Gを活用したUSVによるダム自動点検・統合監視の実証を行う。

Facts:
- 令和7年度補正予算
- October 2026

## 【DX for hotels, restaurants and car care】Field-focused cloud service “ラファールDX” completes its full lineup of 6 products and begins full-scale rollout!

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:41:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000189833.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329754-en.html
- anchor: #n3361852
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブンワークス、キーパープロショップ

株式会社ブンワークス has added “Support & Knowledge (BW06),” the 6th product in its cloud-based DX solution “ラファールDX” for the hotel, restaurant and car care industries, designed to prevent dependence on individual employees. With the full lineup of 6 products now complete, the company has begun full-scale rollout.

Facts:
- All 6 products
- From ¥6,000 per month
- 1-month free trial

## 【Original Survey】Survey of 98 JCB Card W users: Satisfaction stands at 89.8%; 38.8% have not registered for bonus points at partner merchants

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000055969.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329757-en.html
- anchor: #n3361854
- Companies mentioned: アドバイザーナビ株式会社、JCB、クレジットカードおすすめ研究所、楽天カード、三井住友カード、ANA JCB、ディズニー★JCBカード、イオンカード、PayPayカード、Amazon.co.jp、スターバックス

アドバイザーナビ株式会社が運営するメディアは、JCBカードWまたはJCBカードW plus Lを保有し直近1年以内に利用した男女98名を対象にアンケート調査を実施。満足度は89.8%で、年会費無料が最も満足されている点だった。併用カードの1位は楽天カードであり、優待店のポイントアップ登録をしていない人は38.8%に上った。

Facts:
- Satisfaction stands at 89.8%
- 38.8% have not registered for bonus points at partner merchants
- 楽天カード (69.4%)

## The White and Black “Devil’s Rice Balls” are back! The 2 products, which have sold approximately 290,000 units in total, return at ¥140 each, tax included

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000593.000025635.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329756-en.html
- anchor: #n3361853
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローソンストア100、ローソンストア100

株式会社ローソンストア100 will relaunch the “White Devil’s Rice Ball” and “Black Devil’s Rice Ball” on October 21, 2026. The popular products have sold approximately 290,000 units in total and cost ¥140 each, tax included.

Facts:
- 140 yen including tax
- First time in 7 years
- 468 stores

## DATAFLUCT、東芝の「SATLYS 映像解析AI」とAIデータ基盤「Airlake platform」の連携検証を実施

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:39:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000369.000046062.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329758-en.html
- anchor: #n3361855
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DATAFLUCT、DATAFLUCT、株式会社東芝、東芝、JAXA、宇宙航空研究開発機構

株式会社DATAFLUCT tested the integration of 株式会社東芝’s “SATLYS Video Analytics AI” with its own AI data platform, “Airlake platform,” establishing an end-to-end process that structures video analysis results and visualizes them using a BI tool.

Facts:
- Company certified as a JAXA venture in 2019※
- Established: January 29, 2019
- Capital: 1.49712 billion yen (including capital reserves)

## Questioning the “referral fee” system for accountant referrals—“Break Up Tax Accountant Referrals,” a tax accountant search site with no referral fees, launches “reverse nominations,” allowing users to specify their requirements and have tax accountants contact them

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:38:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000101600.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329759-en.html
- anchor: #n3361856
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コミュラボ

株式会社コミュラボ announced that it will launch a “reverse nomination” feature on its tax accountant search site “Break Up Tax Accountant Referrals” in October 2026. The feature lets users specify their requirements and receive contact from tax accountants. The site operates with no referral or success fees, and listings for tax accountants are also free (paid plan: ¥3,000 per month).

Facts:
- Launched in October 2026
- Paid plan: ¥3,000 per month

## Hitachi Social Information Services to exhibit at “Local Government Informationization Promotion Fair 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:38:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000005268.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329761-en.html
- anchor: #n3361857
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日立社会情報サービス、地方公共団体情報システム機構、J-LIS、総務省、デジタル庁、全国知事会、全国都道府県議会議長会、全国市長会、全国市議会議長会、全国町村会、全国町村議会議長会、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、IPA、Microsoft Corporation、ServiceNow, Inc.

株式会社日立社会情報サービス will exhibit at “Local Government Informationization Promotion Fair 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from October 27 to 28, 2026, showcasing and presenting data utilization solutions and ServiceNow.

Facts:
- 2026
- October 27
- October 28
- 9:30
- 17:30
- 17:00
- 10:30
- 11:15

## 10月22日(木)から3日間「第34回豊島区伝統工芸展」を開催！

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:36:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000165139.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329762-en.html
- anchor: #n3361858
- Companies mentioned: 豊島区、豊島区伝統工芸保存会、板橋区、北区、中野区、練馬区

豊島区 will hold “The 34th Toshima City Traditional Crafts Exhibition” at the Toshima City Office Main Building from October 22 to 24. 18 people representing 12 traditional craft fields from the city’s traditional crafts preservation association will exhibit, sell their work, give demonstrations and offer hands-on programs. Special exhibits by neighboring municipalities and social studies field trips for elementary school students in the city will also take place.

Facts:
- 34th
- 3 days
- 12 fields
- 18 people
- 6 schools
- 465 people

## 【全国初登場！】通販でしか買えないルタオスイーツ「スコーンフィ」が初登場！ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ限定で10月14日（水）より6日間限定で特別販売。

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:35:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001458.000013125.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329763-en.html
- anchor: #n3361859
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ケイシイシイ、Doremo LeTAO、ドレモルタオ、小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ、ルタオ、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ

株式会社ケイシイシイ’s “Doremo LeTAO” will open a limited-time shop at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ from October 14, 2026, selling “Sconefie,” previously available only through its official online shop, at a physical store for the first time nationwide.

Facts:
- October 14, 2026 (Wed.)
- Monday, October 19, 2026
- 10:00-20:00
- 17:00閉場
- 10th-floor event hall
- 4個入/1箱
- ¥2,484 (including tax)
- Limited to 50 boxes per day
- ¥594 per piece (tax included)
- ¥501 (tax included)
- 1.5 loaves
- ¥1,728 (including tax)
- 3,456 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 24 cm in diameter
- In 2009
- A vast site spanning 1,600 tsubo
- In 1998
- Founded: April 1996
- Capital: 80 million yen

## 台湾エクセレンス、CEATEC 2026で 台湾テクノロジーの実社会における活用事例を紹介

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:34:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000131843.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329764-en.html
- anchor: #n3361860
- Companies mentioned: 台湾貿易センター、台湾区電機電子工業同業公会、JEITA、台北駐日経済文化代表処、台湾エクセレンス、経済産業省、METI、EverFocus、Good Way、Innodisk、STYTRIX、TEAMGROUP、ARBOR Technology、InWin、Litemax、AIFA Technology、Delta Electronics、Innergie、JIYONSON、Sauber Technology、Transcend、経済部、MOEA、ジェトロ、TAITRA

At CEATEC 2026, 台湾エクセレンス opened a pavilion themed “Taiwan AI Island,” where 13 Taiwanese companies exhibited 24 products and solutions and showcased real-world applications of technology.

Facts:
- 13 Taiwanese companies
- 24 products and solutions
- In 1993
- In 1970
- 5 other locations
- Offices in 3 locations
- Offices in 63 locations

## 13th building delivered in total in Fujiidera City! 2 newly built wooden apartments, with a total of 18 units, nearing completion

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:34:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000188680.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329765-en.html
- anchor: #n3361861
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハウスフリーダム

株式会社ハウスフリーダム plans to complete “F+style Fujiidera Domyoji Building 3” and “Building 4,” newly built wooden apartments in Fujiidera, Osaka Prefecture, and begin tenant move-ins on October 17, 2026. The total number of buildings supplied in the city will reach 13.

Facts:
- 18 units in total
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- 8 minutes on foot from the station
- 3-story wooden building
- Building 3: 357.30 m²
- Building 4: 358.77 m²
- 75 buildings to date
- 6 buildings to date

## Miyazaki-based agritourism exploring domestic cacao, natural farming and free-range pig farming to undergo public demonstration with tourism and government officials on October 25

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:33:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192403.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329767-en.html
- anchor: #n3361862
- Companies mentioned: CAPs、合同会社宮崎カカオ、AKASAKA farm、Pioneer Pork、宮崎大学工学部特別准教授 細目圭佑、じゃらん、noumee、ポケットマルシェ

The Miyazaki City project “CAPs” will launch an agritourism experience visiting 3 sites focused on domestic cacao, natural farming and free-range pig farming on November 4, 2026. Ahead of the launch, a demonstration tour for tourism and government officials will take place on October 25 to assess the visitor experience and scheduling.

Facts:
- Starting Nov. 4, 2026
- Sunday, October 25
- 3 producers
- About 20 minutes by car
- Up to 15 participants

## 【Frank & Eileen】NEEDLEWORK EVERYDAY to hold chain-stitch embroidery events at 3 stores

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:32:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000423.000140499.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329769-en.html
- anchor: #n3361863
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リトルリーグ、Frank & Eileen、NEEDLEWORK EVERYDAY、アルビニ社、日本橋髙島屋S.C.、MARINE & WORK YOKOHAMA

California-based brand “Frank & Eileen” will hold chain-stitch embroidery events by NEEDLEWORK EVERYDAY at 3 stores—Sendagaya, Nihonbashi and Yokohama—from October 31 to November 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 8
- 3 stores
- 1,500 yen
- ￥49,500
- ￥53,900
- ￥47,300
- 2009
- More than 140 years

## アストンマーティン Valhallaオーナーのためだけに用意された、ビスポーク・ブライトリング スーパー クロノマット

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:32:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000121164.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329771-en.html
- anchor: #n3361864
- Companies mentioned: Aston Martin Japan合同会社、ブライトリング、Aston Martin、House of Brands、Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc、アストンマーティン・アラムコ・フォーミュラ1®チーム

ブライトリング is offering a bespoke Super Chronomat experience exclusively to owners of Aston Martin’s supercar, Valhalla.

Facts:
- Oct. 13, 2026
- 4.0-liter
- 1,079 PS
- 2.5 seconds
- 349 km/h
- 999 units
- 44 mm
- Approximately 96 hours
- 38 mm
- Second half of 2027
- 5 years
- 1884
- 280
- 1913
- 1899
- 1947
- 50 or more
- 2020

## [A dream collaboration] “Chiroriden <Yuzu Pepper Flavor>,” created by Hakata confectionery “Tyrolean” and “博多水炊き とり田,” launches October 15!

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:31:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000023807.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329774-en.html
- anchor: #n3361865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社studio092、博多水炊き とり田、株式会社千鳥饅頭総本舗、博多シーフード うお田、博多鶏そば TORIDEN KITTE博多店、博多担々麺 とり田 福岡PARCO店

“Chiroriden <Yuzu Pepper Flavor>,” a collaborative confectionery created by Chidoriya, maker of Hakata confectionery “Tyrolean,” and studio092, operator of Hakata mizutaki restaurant “Toriden,” launches October 15.

Facts:
- Contents: 8 pieces
- Price: 1,500 yen (tax included)

## Launch of “Purchase Moment Email,” which tracks in-store purchases daily and reaches customers as soon as 3 business days later

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000916.000004376.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329776-en.html
- anchor: #n3361866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイヤリティマーケティング、LM、Ponta

株式会社ロイヤリティマーケティング launched “Purchase Moment Email” on October 14, 2026. The service tracks Ponta members’ in-store purchase data daily and delivers email ads as soon as 3 business days later.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- As little as 3 business days
- Approximately 2,500万人
- CTR exceeded 4％
- About 10 times

## Colombin revamps its “Shortcake”

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000057400.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329770-en.html
- anchor: #n3361867
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロンバン、中沢乳業

株式会社コロンバン will relaunch its “Shortcake” on November 1, updating the whipped cream blend and using Madagascar vanilla flavoring.

Facts:
- ￥756, including tax
- Adjusted the overall milk fat content to 42%
- Milk fat content: 45%
- Milk fat content: 34%

## The voting results for the “NIKKEI Corporate Character Election 2026,” entered by “テルフルくん,” have been announced.

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000144252.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329777-en.html
- anchor: #n3361868
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロディライト、日本経済新聞社

“テルフルくん,” the official character of 株式会社プロディライト, entered the “NIKKEI Corporate Character Election 2026,” organized by 日本経済新聞社, for the first time and placed 47th.

Facts:
- 47th place

## IP is about more than short-term revenue. An explanation of why プロディライト develops characters (IR note updated)

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000144252.html
- anchor: #n3361869
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロディライト、プロディライト

株式会社プロディライト published a new article about its IP strategy on its owned media platform, “プロディライトIR note.”

## “Parent-Child Afternoon Tea” on November 24 — A parent-child event during Aichi Week

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000105689.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329779-en.html
- anchor: #n3361870
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本セレモニー、TIAD, オートグラフ コレクション、TIAD、マリオット

TIAD, オートグラフ コレクション will hold a “Parent-Child Afternoon Tea” event on November 24, 2026, during Aichi Week, for elementary school students and their parents, featuring a crepe-making experience.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026
- More than 40 people in total
- 1本500円
- 8,000 yen

## Beyond “I love Nasu”: considering dual-region living through work and daily life

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000184291.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329853-en.html
- anchor: #n3361896
- Companies mentioned: 那須町役場、那須町二地域居住コンソーシアム

Nasu Town will hold a “Two Days to Experience What It’s Really Like to Live and Work in Nasu” program in November 2026 for people considering relocation or dual-region living. The program will offer opportunities to experience work at local businesses and explore diverse ways of working.

Facts:
- November ６ (Friday)–７ (Saturday), 2026
- November 13 (Friday)–14 (Saturday)
- 61 business owners, people who have relocated, dual-region residents and others
- ８ people experienced work at ５ local companies
- At ５ local companies
- ３ of them proceeded to the selection and job-change process
- This program is a １-night, ２-day experience of life and work in Nasu Town
- Participation fee: 15,000 yen (tax included)
- First 15 people per session

## Passing the history of Japan’s golden age of motorsports to the future. Legendary racing driver 高橋晴邦 launches a book publishing project marking his 80th birthday and 60th anniversary of his debut

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000154528.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329852-en.html
- anchor: #n3361895
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リョーザン、一般社団法人 本の研究社、CAMPFIRE、トヨタ、日産、ホンダ、マツダ、いすゞ、MZRacing

株式会社リョーザン and 一般社団法人本の研究社 have launched a book publishing project to mark racing driver 高橋晴邦’s 80th birthday and 60th anniversary of his debut. They are raising funds on CAMPFIRE through December 31, 2026. The target is 300万円, and they aim to complete the book in January 2027.

Facts:
- 80 years old
- 60th anniversary of debut
- Target amount: ¥3 million
- Planned at 256 pages
- Through December 31, 2026
- Aiming to complete the book in January 2027

## Unveiling a “Chaos Map of AIO/LLMO/GEO Measures” that organizes solutions for brand exposure and reputation-building in the generative AI era

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000176317.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329845-en.html
- anchor: #n3361894
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロベル、ChatGPT、Gemini、Claude、プロベル

株式会社プロベル has published the “Chaos Map of AIO/LLMO/GEO Measures (2026 Edition),” which organizes solutions for brand exposure and reputation-building in the generative AI era.

Facts:
- 2026 edition
- All 7 areas
- Capital: 2 million yen

## [Event report] First-ever event in the Hanshin area! “MiyaSta Joint Press Conference for New Products and Business Plans” held

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000176313.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329842-en.html
- anchor: #n3361893
- Companies mentioned: 西宮商工会議所、KUON ODASHI LABORATORY、株式会社Canvas Terrace、スクエアプラス合同会社、花MIZKI、じゅくシェルパ、ネクストフィールド合同会社、（株）マジックマイスター・コーポレーション、朝日新聞 大阪本社阪神支局、カンパニオ株式会社、神戸新聞、日刊工業新聞、毎日新聞 神戸・阪神支局、ポワンジョリ、読売新聞 阪神支局

The Nishinomiya Entrepreneur Support Center (MiyaSta), operated by 西宮商工会議所, held the first joint press conference for new products and business plans in the Hanshin area on September 29, 2026. 6 companies selected from among registered businesses presented new services and business plans.

Facts:
- 6 entrepreneurs took the stage
- Media representatives from 7 organizations, including newspapers and web media
- 1,100 companies registered with MiyaSta
- Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
- 1,100 people have registered
- 15,624 possible combinations

## For staffing services | Cloud cost reduction strategies and latest trends report [October 2026 edition]

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000190769.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329838-en.html
- anchor: #n3361892
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社中央構想研究所、厚生労働省

株式会社中央構想研究所 has released a free October 2026 edition report on cloud cost reduction strategies and the latest trends for the staffing services industry. According to data from 厚生労働省, the number of new job-seeker applications to private employment agencies rose 42.8% year over year. The report explains how to distribute contracts by function and review configurations.

Facts:
- Approximately 5,545万件
- Up 42.8%
- Storage for 3 years
- 26 pages in total

## JAFメディアワークス、デラ、TANAKA未来研究所の3社が汗成分の解析によるドライバーコンディションの可視化に向けた共同研究を開始

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000124418.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329837-en.html
- anchor: #n3361891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JAFメディアワークス、株式会社デラ、株式会社田中貴金属グループ、TANAKA未来研究所、公益財団法人パブリックヘルスリサーチセンター、一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、共同ピーアール株式会社

JAFメディアワークス、デラ、TANAKA未来研究所の3社は、汗成分の解析によるドライバーコンディションの可視化に向けた共同研究を開始した。

Facts:
- In 2085, its 200th year since founding
- 2025年度（2025年12月期）の連結売上高は1兆978億円
- Has a workforce of 5,778 employees
- Since its founding in 1885 (Meiji 18)
- A circulation of more than 13.5 million copies

## 【ヒルトン・ガーデン・イン京都四条烏丸】A talk event on the food traditions passed down at Uji’s 萬福寺: “Fucha Cuisine: The Culture Conveyed by Zen Master Ingen That Lives on Today,” to be held on Saturday, Nov. 7

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000105866.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329835-en.html
- anchor: #n3361890
- Companies mentioned: ヒルトン・ガーデン・イン京都四条烏丸、萬福寺、Together&Co.、宝善院、ヒルトン・オナーズ

ヒルトン・ガーデン・イン京都四条烏丸 will hold a talk event on Nov. 7 featuring speaker 秦崇志 of 萬福寺, introducing fucha cuisine and the culture of Zen Master Ingen.

Facts:
- Nov. 7, 2026
- 4,000 yen
- 7,000 yen
- 20 winners
- 250 rooms
- 201 seats

## 【ツヴィーゼル】Launching “Click” and “Perfect Match,” new glass styles, on Wednesday, Oct. 21

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000051637.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329833-en.html
- anchor: #n3361889
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツヴィーゼル・フォルテッサ・ジャパン、ツヴィーゼル、ZWIESEL GLAS、SCHOTT ZWIESEL、FORTESSA、EISCH、Rakuten、Château La Coste

ツヴィーゼル・フォルテッサ・ジャパンは、10月21日にスタッキング対応グラス「Click」とソムリエAntoine Pétrus氏とのコラボワイングラス「Perfect Match」を発売する。

Facts:
- Analyzed 14 existing glass shapes
- Produced 8 prototypes
- Price (excluding tax): 3,000 yen

## “PIP-Maker” wins “Leader” for the 14th consecutive term in the “Video Editing Software (Large Enterprises)” category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000055035.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329829-en.html
- anchor: #n3361888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社4COLORS、アイティクラウド株式会社、Microsoft Corporation

株式会社4COLORS’s “PIP-Maker” won Leader for the 14th consecutive term in the video editing software category for large enterprises and for the 9th consecutive term in the overall category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall. It also won High Performer for the 3rd time in the manual creation tools category.

Facts:
- Wins “Leader” for the 9th consecutive term
- Wins “High Performer” for the 3rd time
- Create a video narrated automatically by an AI avatar in as little as 5 minutes
- Approximately 15,000 products and services
- More than 160,000 reviews

## Two new colors for “kAkesel” and an A4 size added to “SESSION,” expanding the lineup to suit different learning situations

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000105386.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329827-en.html
- anchor: #n3361887
- Companies mentioned: マルマン株式会社、Creative Support Company maruman、キャンソン社、リラ社

マルマン株式会社 has added 2 new colors to “kAkesel,” a slim binder with an index that can be erased with an eraser, and added an A4 size to the “SESSION” lineup. Shipments to retailers will begin on Oct. 16, and sales through the official online shop will start on Oct. 22.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 16
- Thursday, October 22
- Price: 660 yen
- Size: B5
- 15 mm spine width
- 10 loose-leaf sheets
- 4-section laminated tab index
- A4 size
- Available in 3 colors
- Price: 1,100 yen
- 19 mm spine width
- 5-section laminated tab index
- 3 clear pockets

## “LLMOチェキ” launches “Ad Value Insights,” which converts visibility in AI search into search advertising costs

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000177930.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329822-en.html
- anchor: #n3361886
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Itera、Google、ChatGPT、Gemini、Claude、Perplexity、Grok、Copilot

株式会社Itera has launched “Ad Value Insights,” a new feature for its “LLMOチェキ” LLMO measurement tool that converts visibility in AI search into search advertising costs.

Facts:
- 8 AI search engines

## The world of the hit series “FRIENDS” brought straight to your bag! The playful “Kipling × FRIENDS™” collection

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000031477.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329821-en.html
- anchor: #n3361885
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社L&Sコーポレーション、㈱ 三栄コーポレーション、Kipling、ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー グローバル・コンシューマープロダクツ、VF Corporation

株式会社L&Sコーポレーション will launch a collaboration collection between Belgian bag brand Kipling and the hit series “FRIENDS” on Sept. 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
- 100％子会社である
- Price range: ¥4,290–¥29,700 (prices include tax)
- Lineup: 11 styles

## 【Video Production and DX】How to Create an Effective Video Structure! Free Resource Now Available | メディア博士

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000036279.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329820-en.html
- anchor: #n3361884
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博士.com、メディア博士

株式会社博士.com has released a free white paper on creating video structures. It explains advance preparation for video production, structural principles, and layout basics, and also discusses how to use the company’s cloud-based video editing tool, メディア博士, and its hands-on consulting support.

Facts:
- Tel 0422-28-2211
- Fax 0422-28-2212

## 【Media Coverage】NewsPicks features an interview in “The Generative AI Front Line: IKIGAI lab.” Examining the adoption of ChatGPT ads and challenges on the ground

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000070822.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329818-en.html
- anchor: #n3361883
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベクトル、株式会社キーワードマーケティング、NewsPicks、OpenAI、Claude、Google、LINEヤフー

株式会社キーワードマーケティング announced that NewsPicks’s “IKIGAI lab.” featured an interview on the adoption of ChatGPT ads and related challenges. According to survey data, approximately 30% of companies have adopted them, but only 8.9% expect them to improve cost-effectiveness.

Facts:
- TSE Prime: 6058
- Approximately 30% of companies began adopting the service soon after launch
- 30% have already adopted it
- Only 8.9% expect improved cost-effectiveness
- キーワードマーケティングは2004年創業
- With a track record of supporting more than 1,500 companies
- Joined Vector Group, a leading PR company in Asia, in December 2022

## Shin-Cosmos Electric to Exhibit at the 47th Japan Association for Working Environment Measurement Academic Conference

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000077903.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329817-en.html
- anchor: #n3361882
- Companies mentioned: 新コスモス電機株式会社、公益社団法人 日本作業環境測定協会

Shin-Cosmos Electric will exhibit at the 47th Japan Association for Working Environment Measurement Academic Conference, held in Ehime Prefecture from Oct. 21 to 23, showcasing products useful for chemical risk assessments and wearable gas detectors.

Facts:
- 47th edition
- Oct. 21–23
- 1964
- 1960

## Limited-edition barrel colors for “JETSTREAM Standard” and “JETSTREAM New 3-Color Ballpoint Pen,” on sale from Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000312.000028890.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329816-en.html
- anchor: #n3361881
- Companies mentioned: 三菱鉛筆株式会社、三菱鉛筆

三菱鉛筆 will release limited-edition barrel colors for the “Standard” and “New 3-Color Ballpoint Pen” in its Jetstream series on Oct. 27, 2026, to mark the 20th anniversary of the series’ launch in Japan. The colors were selected through a social media vote, and the products will be available in limited quantities.

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: 165 yen
- Suggested retail price: 550 yen
- It reaches more than 100 million pens annually
- We received more than 10,000 votes
- Increases ink capacity by approximately 70%
- Also reduces plastic use by approximately 30% compared with standard products

## 【Applications Open】“Film Producer Training Course / Fundamentals” to be held Dec. 1 and 2; director Miwa Nishikawa to join as a guest speaker

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000341.000103029.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329814-en.html
- anchor: #n3361880
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構、VIPO、早稲田大学、TBS、JAL、K2 Pictures、AOI Pro.、EventRegist

特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構（VIPO） will hold the “Film Producer Training Course / Fundamentals” on Dec. 1 and 2, 2026. Kohei Ando will serve as an instructor, and director Miwa Nishikawa will join a special discussion on the final day.

Facts:
- 2026年12月1日（火）・2日（水）の2日間
- General admission: 40,000 yen
- VIPO members: 20,000 yen
- 150 minutes

## Launch of the flagship YT6130 tractor, equipped with a 130-horsepower engine—the most powerful in the YT series

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000034384.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329803-en.html
- anchor: #n3361879
- Companies mentioned: ヤンマーホールディングス株式会社、ヤンマーアグリ株式会社、ヤンマー

ヤンマーアグリ will launch the flagship YT6130 tractor, equipped with the YT series’ most powerful 130-horsepower engine, on Dec. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- 130 horsepower
- Up to 6,200 kgf
- ¥18,392,000–¥19,635,000
- Dec. 1, 2026
- Top speed: 34 km/h

## Launch of “RelAi Counter Assistant,” a generative AI tool supporting municipal counter services

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000395.000023654.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329794-en.html
- anchor: #n3361878
- Companies mentioned: NTTアドバンステクノロジ株式会社、NTT-AT、葛飾区

NTT Advanced Technology will launch “RelAi Counter Assistant,” a generative AI solution supporting municipal counter services, on October 15, 2026. Drawing on insights from a pilot project in 葛飾区, the solution aims to reduce staff workloads and improve the quality of resident services through features such as speech recognition and answer generation with supporting documents.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- FR-1200

## Property Agent’s real estate crowdfunding platform Rimple’s Selection#129 draws applications totaling ¥81.38 million, or 209.9% of the target

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000404.000130175.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329793-en.html
- anchor: #n3361877
- Companies mentioned: ミガロホールディングス株式会社、プロパティエージェント株式会社

ミガロホールディングスグループのプロパティエージェントが運営する不動産クラウドファンディング「Rimple」の第129号案件（Rimple’s Selection#129）において、募集総額3,878万円に対し8,138万円の出資があり、応募率209.9%を記録した。

Facts:
- 209.9%
- ¥81.38 million
- ¥38.78 million
- ¥55.4 million

## [ST] Launch of a limited-edition “Illumination Fantasia” fragrance from “Shoshuriki Premium Aroma,” inspired by the glow of winter city illuminations

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000621.000010075.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329792-en.html
- anchor: #n3361876
- Companies mentioned: エステー株式会社、日本かおり研究所

エステー株式会社 will launch a limited-edition fragrance, “Illumination Fantasia,” inspired by winter illuminations, from its “Shoshuriki Premium Aroma” air freshener series on October 27.

Facts:
- Around 437 yen, tax included
- 280,000 units in total
- Approximately 2–3 months
- Volume: 400mL

## Former APRIL member and Korean solo artist LEE JIN SOL (이진솔) joins “bubble for JAPAN”!

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000659.000002848.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329791-en.html
- anchor: #n3361875
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Fanplus、株式会社Dear U plus、Dear U bubble、bubble for JAPAN、Dear U社、エムアップホールディングスグループ、チケットプラス、チケプラ、チケプラTrade、App Store、Google Play

株式会社Fanplus and 株式会社Dear U plus began offering LEE JIN SOL’s service on “bubble for JAPAN” on October 14, 2026. Using Korean company Dear U社’s “bubble relay” platform, subscriptions are available for a monthly fee of ¥600 (web payment) or ¥640 (in-app payment).

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- Monthly fee: ¥600
- Monthly fee: ¥640
- 2015
- 2022
- June 2024

## Win a Hello Kitty plush charm available exclusively here! Sumitomo Mitsui Card launches a new-customer campaign featuring a limited-edition Hello Kitty design on October 14

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001011.000032321.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329788-en.html
- anchor: #n3361874
- Companies mentioned: 三井住友カード株式会社、株式会社サンリオ

Sumitomo Mitsui Card launched a new-customer campaign featuring a Hello Kitty design on October 14, 2026, offering an original plush charm to those who meet the requirements. It is also adding a new design to “Platinum Preferred,” and the Hello Kitty designs for “NL” and “Gold (NL)” will be available on Mastercard.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- 30,000 yen
- 0.5％
- 7％

## KOKUYO holds opening ceremony for state-of-the-art logistics hub “Tohoku IDC”

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001420.000048998.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329786-en.html
- anchor: #n3361873
- Companies mentioned: コクヨ株式会社、コクヨサプライロジスティクス株式会社、日立製作所、HMAX Industry

コクヨ株式会社 held an opening ceremony on October 13, 2026, for its state-of-the-art logistics hub “Tohoku IDC,” newly built in Izumi Ward, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The company announced the introduction of systems such as GTP and initiatives to foster ties with the local community ahead of the hub’s full-scale launch in November of the same year.

Facts:
- Full-scale operations begin in November this year
- The opening ceremony was held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- 常時取扱品番数（種類）は、稼働時点より従来の北海道向け出荷拠点と比較して2倍強へと拡充します
- Productivity is expected to improve by approximately 40% compared with the average performance of the 3 main hubs (the metropolitan area, Chubu and Kinki IDCs)
- Work hours are expected to be reduced substantially, by 50%–70% compared with existing hubs
- Approximately 100 new jobs will be created
- A material containing approximately 10% of the ingredient
- 4,000 folding containers
- 500 pallets
- Operations begin: Monday, November 30, 2026

## Amazon invests in forest restoration and biodiversity conservation activities at 20 locations across Japan

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002198.000004612.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329783-en.html
- anchor: #n3361872
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、アマゾンジャパン合同会社、株式会社バイオーム、BIOME Inc.

Amazon has launched forest restoration and biodiversity conservation activities at 20 locations across Japan, covering a total of 100 hectares, with an investment of ¥220 million over 5 years through the Right Now Climate Fund. In collaboration with the National Land Afforestation Promotion Organization (NALAPO), it will provide opportunities for approximately 72,000 people to participate and learn.

Facts:
- Over 5 years
- ¥220 million
- 100 hectares
- Approximately 72,000 people in total

## Latest major update for “Lineage 2” goes live simultaneously across all services! “Players Support” event also launches to mark the update

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003080.000001868.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329782-en.html
- anchor: #n3361871
- Companies mentioned: エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社、エヌシージャパン、NC Corporation

エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社 has rolled out the latest major update for the PC online game “Lineage 2” simultaneously across all services and launched the commemorative “Players Support” event.

Facts:
- Updates for all 13 classes
- October 14, 2026 (Wed.)
- Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- About 100 years ago

## Guinness World Records® gelato brand “Cellato” and global artist Bradley Theodore’s first collaboration exhibition closes to great acclaim

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:28:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000112213.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329438-en.html
- anchor: #n3361748
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OMER、株式会社ダニエルズアーク、THE HARMONYST、株式会社Harmonyst、Cellato

The first collaboration exhibition by luxury gelato brand “Cellato,” operated by 株式会社OMER, and artist Bradley Theodore was held at THE HARMONYST in Hiroo, Tokyo, from August 1 to 8, 2026. It attracted a total of 200 visitors and closed to great acclaim.

Facts:
- A total of 200 visitors
- ¥8.8 million (tax included)
- ¥3.3 million (tax included)
- 40 visitors attended

## [MARREA] Pop-up event at 玉川タカシマヤS.C., Oct. 14–27

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:28:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000105204.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329436-en.html
- anchor: #n3361749
- Companies mentioned: MARREA、玉川タカシマヤS.C.

Bag brand “MARREA” will hold a pop-up at 玉川タカシマヤS.C. from October 14 to 27, with an expanded range of sizes and colors.

Facts:
- 2 weeks

## Yuki Iwai of Haraichi writes the theme song for the “Maebashi Witches” film! He reveals his attention to lyrics tailored to the characters, moving the cast; Ai Kakuma shares an unexpected side of Shinichiro Miki, her co-star in “Reincarnated as a Sword”

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:27:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004110.000064643.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329437-en.html
- anchor: #n3361750
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA

On episode #102 of “SHIBUYA ANIME BASE,” broadcast on ABEMA’s Anime Channel, Yuki Iwai of Haraichi shared behind-the-scenes details about writing the theme song for the “Maebashi Witches” film, while Ai Kakuma discussed “Reincarnated as a Sword II” and stories about her co-star Shinichiro Miki.

Facts:
- From 9 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026
- A record-high 6 guests
- All 12 episodes of the TV series

## Volunteer microplastic cleanup activities held at Nagoya’s Fujimae Tidal Flat, helping conserve and restore biodiversity at a Ramsar-listed wetland

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:26:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000829.000025611.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329440-en.html
- anchor: #n3361751
- Companies mentioned: 三菱重工業株式会社、三菱重工グループ、三菱重工業名古屋航空宇宙システム製作所、飛島工場

三菱重工グループは10月10日、名古屋市港区の藤前干潟でマイクロプラスチック回収ボランティア活動を実施し、生物多様性の保全・回復に貢献した。

Facts:
- Oct. 10
- Plastic fragments 5 mm or less in diameter
- About 30 people
- April 2023
- 12 locations in Japan and overseas
- 19 areas of importance
- An area of approximately 300 hectares
- 1999
- 2002

## 【チャーチ】 伊勢丹新宿店にてポップイン イベントを開催

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:25:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000026392.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329441-en.html
- anchor: #n3361752
- Companies mentioned: チャーチ、伊勢丹新宿店、プラダ ジャパン株式会社

チャーチ will hold a pop-in event for its Fall/Winter women's collection at 伊勢丹新宿店 from Oct. 14 to 27, 2026, featuring an early release of new boots and made-to-order services.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- 220,000 yen
- 176,000 yen

## “A 100 million yen fortune doesn't appeal to women”—A matchmaking expert weighs in as matchmaking agency ナレソメ予備校 supports a popular YouTuber with 40 consecutive matchmaking losses

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:24:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000154626.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329445-en.html
- anchor: #n3361753
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナレソメ、ナレソメ予備校、Best Marriage、IBJ連盟、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

株式会社ナレソメ has begun matchmaking support after consulting with Kurama, the frugality-focused YouTuber known as “倹者の流儀.” Despite building assets of 100 million yen, Kurama had suffered 40 consecutive matchmaking losses. During a consultation, Kurama accepted the reality that “the size of one's assets is not necessarily valued” and decided to join ナレソメ予備校.

Facts:
- Sept. 12, 2026
- 40 consecutive matchmaking losses
- Assets exceeded 50 million yen
- More than 3.12 million cumulative views
- 100 million yen in assets
- Recorded 20.4 points

## 富士ソフト launches starter kit bundling the “＋F FS040U” LTE USB dongle and SORACOM IoT SIM on the SORACOM IoT Store

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:23:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000061382.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329446-en.html
- anchor: #n3361754
- Companies mentioned: 富士ソフト株式会社、株式会社ソラコム、SORACOM

富士ソフト株式会社 will begin selling a starter kit bundling the “＋F FS040U” LTE USB dongle and SORACOM IoT SIM on the SORACOM IoT Store on Oct. 14, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- ¥2,000 worth

## At the forefront of the fragrance business, preparing the next generation. プロモツール holds an offer ceremony for prospective 2027 hires

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:22:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000023783.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329439-en.html
- anchor: #n3361755
- Companies mentioned: プロモツール株式会社、中央大学、茨城大学、東京大学、京都大学、慶應義塾大学、ボストン コンサルティング グループ、JAL、飛鳥Ⅲ

プロモツール株式会社 held an offer ceremony, welcoming 2 new graduates set to join the company in April 2027.

Facts:
- 2 prospective new-graduate hires
- Scheduled to join in April 2027

## デジノベーション株式会社 and 株式会社大広 launch official website for “Public Insight,” a new marketing method they are jointly advancing

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:21:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000173649.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329448-en.html
- anchor: #n3361756
- Companies mentioned: デジノベーション株式会社、株式会社大広、ユニリーバ・ジャパン

デジノベーション株式会社 and 株式会社大広 have launched the official website for “Public Insight,” a new marketing method they developed jointly. The method uses consumers' voices to understand social change and inform medium- to long-term brand strategies. It was formally released after a presentation at a 宣伝会議 seminar and pilot testing at major companies.

Facts:
- 宣伝会議 seminar held on Jan. 23, 2026
- Formal release of the joint development (March 2026)
- Established: Nov. 13, 2025

## Cellica Japan to hold a luncheon seminar on Oct. 23 at the 13th Japanese Society for Extracellular Vesicles academic meeting

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000191177.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329454-en.html
- anchor: #n3361760
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cellica Japan、株式会社ACE エンタープライズ、株式会社 杏林舎

株式会社Cellica Japan will co-host a luncheon seminar at “APSEV2026 / JSEV2026,” to be held on Oct. 23, 2026, and display materials at its booth.

Facts:
- Oct. 23
- Oct. 22, 2026
- Oct. 23, 2026
- 12:00～12:50
- 2 booth spaces

## “Loglass 経営管理” wins the top “Leader” award for the 11th consecutive term in the “Budget Management Systems” category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000052025.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329453-en.html
- anchor: #n3361759
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ログラス、ITreview、富士キメラ総研

株式会社ログラス' cloud-based management system, “Loglass 経営管理,” won the top “Leader” award for the 11th consecutive term in the “Budget Management Systems” category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.

Facts:
- Approximately 164,000 reviews
- Fiscal 2025 market for budget-versus-actual management SaaS/PaaS

## U-22 Programming Contest 2026 announces preliminary screening results

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000013310.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329452-en.html
- anchor: #n3361758
- Companies mentioned: U-22プログラミング・コンテスト実行委員会、さくらインターネット株式会社、経済産業省、ドワンゴ学園 ZEN大学

The U-22プログラミング・コンテスト実行委員会 announced that 29 of the 443 entries to the U-22 Programming Contest 2026 passed the preliminary screening. The final judging session will be held on Nov. 29, when awards including the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award will be decided.

Facts:
- 443 entries
- Individuals: 189 works
- Groups: 254 works
- Total applicants: 1,157 people
- 29 works passed the preliminary screening
- The field was narrowed to 16 works in the first screening
- Supplementary prize: 500,000 yen

## Robot service trial using the autonomous delivery robot “ハコボ” launches at Nijigen no Mori on Awaji Island

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006914.000003442.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329451-en.html
- anchor: #n3361757
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック ホールディングス株式会社、パナソニックHD、株式会社パソナグループ、パソナグループ、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構

A service trial using “ハコボ,” an autonomous delivery robot developed by パナソニックHD, will be conducted at Nijigen no Mori on Awaji Island from Oct. 15 to 28, 2026, led by パソナグループ.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- October 28

## “Just stack them and they stick in place!?” New “ふわまき” warming belly band can be quickly wrapped over clothing

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:17:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000074339.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329456-en.html
- anchor: #n3361761
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メイダイ、名古屋市工業研究所、楽天RAKURASI、メイダイ楽天市場店、メイダイYahoo!店、メイダイオンライン

株式会社メイダイは、服の上から巻いて使えるあったか腹巻き『ふわまき』を2026年10月14日より発売する。エコファーとフリースの2重構造で保温性を高め、「不思議なくっつく布」により着脱が容易な設計となっている。価格は2,178円。

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- 2,178 yen
- April 1, 1983
- 10 million yen
- 64～93㎝

## Underwriting of a bank-guaranteed private placement bond (株式会社ディー・エス笹沖)

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:16:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000243.000166651.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329458-en.html
- anchor: #n3361762
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ちゅうぎんフィナンシャルグループ、株式会社ディー・エス笹沖、株式会社 中国銀行、オートバックス

中国銀行 on Sept. 30 underwrote a 100 million yen bank-guaranteed private placement bond (5th unsecured corporate bond) issued by 株式会社ディー・エス笹沖 and served as its fiscal agent.

Facts:
- 100 million yen
- Term: 5 years
- Capital: 45 million yen
- Sales: 3,082 million yen

## [10th Anniversary Project, Part 1] Avatars from 47 municipalities featured! “SS TOWN,” an online town to discover local attractions, opens Oct. 13

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:15:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000123175.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329460-en.html
- anchor: #n3361763
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スチームシップ、STEAMSHIPAI

株式会社スチームシップは創業10周年に向け、10月13日にオンラインのまち「SS TOWN」を開設し、47自治体のアバターが登場する10周年プロジェクト第1弾を開始した。

Facts:
- Avatars from 47 municipalities
- 10th anniversary of the company's founding, coming on April 13, 2027
- The company currently has 385 employees
- 26 locations
- The number of municipalities supported by its hometown tax donation business has reached 71
- On April 13, 2017, スチームシップ was founded by 3 people in Arita, Saga Prefecture
- Founded by 3 people
- From 100 people working in 26 regions across Japan
- A total of 242 proposals were submitted (163 taglines and 79 logos)
- 163 tagline proposals
- 79 logo proposals
- Capital: 100 million yen

## [TAC School of Qualifications] Online seminar “Balancing work and study! An introduction to the USCPA from the basics” to be held at 19:30 on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:15:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003028.000021078.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329461-en.html
- anchor: #n3361764
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、TAC

TAC株式会社 will hold an online introductory seminar on the USCPA on Oct. 15, 2026. The seminar will cover study support for working professionals, the exam system and TAC courses.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 19:30
- 10,000 yen
- 20,000 yen
- December 1980

## Selected sake from liquor stores and local gourmet food gather in Ueno, Tokyo!

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:15:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000170840.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4329463-en.html
- anchor: #n3361765
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO酒屋魂実行委員会、東京小売酒販組合、東京酒販協同組合連合会、中島商店、株式会社天笠、全国酒販協同組合連合会、鰻之姫川、麺処にぼし香、MJC dance company、とってんたん、東京都酒造組合、東京都卸売酒販組合、CNプレイガイド、楽天トラベル観光体験

An overview of the 13th Sakaya Kakuchi Fest, to be held at Ueno Park from Nov. 6 to 8, 2026. The event will feature sake sales by 28 liquor retailers from across Japan, local gourmet food, stage entertainment and sake tasting experiences.

Facts:
- 3 days, from November 6 (Friday) to 8 (Sunday), 2026
- 28 liquor retailers and organizations from across Japan
- Admission: 500 yen
- More than 80 dancers
- 価格：1回300円
- 価格：1杯400円

## 300 people attended a talk live event on the future of cats and people transformed by AIM, aiming for zero feline kidney disease.

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:14:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000265.000056056.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328788-en.html
- anchor: #n3361084
- Companies mentioned: 日販セグモ株式会社、一般社団法人AIM医学研究所、一般社団法人ねこと今日、神保町にゃんこ堂、株式会社ライブ・パブリッシング

On October 11, 日販セグモ株式会社 held the Neko Certification talk live event, “Aiming for Zero Feline Kidney Disease: The Future of Cats and People Transformed by AIM,” featuring Tohru Miyazaki and Maiko Kawakami. A total of 297 people attended in person and via online streaming.

Facts:
- More than 300 participants attended in person or via real-time online streaming
- 297 people in total
- 50 people on site
- 247 people via online streaming in total
- More than 38,000 people have taken the exam through the 9th edition
- Approximately 6,000 or more additional people are expected to take the exam

## [Awarded for 6 consecutive terms] “リーナー Purchasing” wins the top “Leader” award at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall! A special seminar will be held on November 6 to mark the award

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:14:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000044088.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328789-en.html
- anchor: #n3361085
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Leaner Technologies、リーナー、アイティクラウド株式会社

株式会社Leaner Technologies’ “リーナー Purchasing” won the top “Leader” award in the Procurement Management System category of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, organized by アイティクラウド株式会社, marking its 6th consecutive win. A special seminar will be held on November 6 to mark the achievement.

Facts:
- Won “Leader” for 6 consecutive terms
- Approximately 164,000 reviews

## WEEL begins full-scale operations as a steering company in the “HP Hybrid AI Promotion Committee,” led by 日本HP

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:12:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000016749.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328790-en.html
- anchor: #n3361086
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社データ・アプリケーション、DAL、株式会社WEEL、WEEL、日本HP、株式会社日本HP

WEEL, a group company of 株式会社データ・アプリケーション, has joined the “HP Hybrid AI Promotion Committee,” led by 日本HP, as a steering company and has launched full-scale support for AI use on Copilot+ PCs.

Facts:
- 3,000 companies
- 15,000 sites

## FTG Company donates a total of 1 million yen to the “Kumamoto Earthquake Relief Fund” and the “Chiba Prefecture Disaster Relief Fund for the Chiba Torrential Rains and Typhoon No. 25,” with contributions from F-POINT members included.

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:11:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000019564.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328787-en.html
- anchor: #n3361087
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FTG Company、大阪焼肉・ホルモン ふたご、大阪餃子専門店よしこ

株式会社FTG Company donated 500,000 yen each to Kumamoto Prefecture and Chiba Prefecture to support victims of the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake and the Chiba torrential rains and Typhoon No. 25. The donation to Kumamoto Prefecture also included points contributed by F-POINT members.

Facts:
- 500,000 yen in relief funds for Kumamoto Prefecture
- 500,000 yen in relief funds for Chiba Prefecture
- 169,523 yen in point donations from F-POINT members
- 330,477 yen from our company
- 12 brands in Japan and overseas
- 130 stores

## 株式会社クラシェルジュ releases apps that let users compare electricity rates and fiber-optic internet plans with ChatGPT

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:11:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000157882.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328796-en.html
- anchor: #n3361088
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシェルジュ、ChatGPT、ドコモ

株式会社クラシェルジュ has released 2 apps (plugins) that let users compare electricity plans and fiber-optic internet plans on ChatGPT.

Facts:
- A household of 4 in Tokyo
- The August electricity bill was over 20,000 yen
- Hours: Weekdays, 10:00–19:00

## 【コープデリ】「ベネズエラ地震緊急支援募金」総額９,３６４万５９４円を日本ユニセフ協会へ贈呈

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:11:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000153055.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328799-en.html
- anchor: #n3361089
- Companies mentioned: コープデリ生活協同組合連合会、日本ユニセフ協会、生活協同組合コープみらい、いばらきコープ生活協同組合、とちぎコープ生活協同組合、生活協同組合コープぐんま、生活協同組合コープながの、生活協同組合コープデリにいがた

コープデリ生活協同組合連合会は、2026年7月6日から8月2日にかけて組合員から寄せられたベネズエラ地震緊急支援募金総額9,364万594円を、公益財団法人日本ユニセフ協会へ贈呈した。

Facts:
- 総額9,364万594円
- 58,625,002 yen
- 6,930,698 yen
- 3,930,577 yen
- 4,188,389 yen
- 12,492,134 yen
- 7,473,794 yen

## 3 years since the announcement of the capital and business alliance with Docomo: Business synergies to date and progress

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000186631.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328827-en.html
- anchor: #n3361122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ・フィナンシャルグループ、ドコモ FG、マネックス証券株式会社、マネックス証券、株式会社 NTTドコモ

Docomo FG and マネックス証券 have announced progress on business synergies over the 3 years since the start of their capital and business alliance. They highlighted service expansion and results that leverage the strengths of both companies, including growth in accounts linked to d Accounts, high NISA account opening rates, and new customer acquisition among younger people through point-based investing.

Facts:
- The number of accounts linked to d Accounts has grown approximately 8.6 times
- The number of d CARD accounts has grown approximately 21 times
- The NISA account opening rate among people linked to d Accounts is 64%
- Those not linked (37%)
- 74% of NISA accounts transferred from other companies are linked to d Accounts
- 16% of new account holders use “Invest with d POINT”
- Approximately 30% of them began investing using points alone
- The “100,000 yen” limit for card-based monthly investments
- 27% of customers have set the amount at “100,000 yen”
- “d CARD PLATINUM” accounts for 31%
- “d CARD GOLD” accounts for 43%
- d POINT has a 78% share of users
- By investment amount, d POINT accounts for...
- 26% of accounts are linked to d Accounts
- 35 stores at the service launch
- Expanded to 191 stores

## アイズドッグ所沢店 begins taking year-end grooming reservations in October

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000103887.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328826-en.html
- anchor: #n3361121
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社I One、アイズドッグ所沢店、アイズドッグ

アイズドッグ所沢店, a grooming salon operated by 株式会社I One, will begin taking grooming reservations for October 2026 through December 2026.

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- Dec. 2026
- Opened in November 2025
- In 2025
- As the 11th store
- In 2012

## Prosecco DOC colors Japanese summers! 10 years of toasting and celebrating. The appeal and culture of Prosecco DOC spreading across Japan. “Prosecco Month” marks its 10th anniversary with a record high: 276 stores nationwide took part, and sales reached 12,303 bottles

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000137576.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328825-en.html
- anchor: #n3361119
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ホリ・コーポレーション、プロセッコDOC保護協会、マルティノッティ プロセッコ バー＆カフェ、イタリア大使館 貿易促進部（ITA/ICE）食品飲料部門、CONSORZIO DI TUTELA DELLA DENOMINAZIONE DI ORIGINE CONTROLLATA PROSECCO

“Prosecco Month” marked its 10th anniversary in 2026, with a record 276 participating stores and sales of 12,303 bottles, up 46.2% year on year. “Osteria Cantabile da Ciaoro” in Sendai topped sales, and a new award was introduced to mark the 10th anniversary.

Facts:
- 10th anniversary
- 276 stores nationwide
- Up 46.2% year on year
- 8,417 bottles in 2025
- 47 items from 25 brands

## Bocek and FDE launch “Information Leak Prevention Advisory Service by ボセック” to support information leak prevention

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000114457.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328823-en.html
- anchor: #n3361111
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Bocek、東京科学大学

株式会社Bocek has launched “Information Leak Prevention Advisory Service by ボセック,” through which FDE (Forward Deployed Engineer) provides ongoing support to companies in preventing information leaks. The service includes system checks, improvement advice, and hands-on support, with plans priced at 300,000–1,200,000 yen per month.

Facts:
- 8 perspectives
- 300,000 yen
- 600,000 yen
- 1.2 million yen
- 90-day roadmap
- 12 months

## Hitachi Vantara’s VSP One Block receives Common Criteria certification, supporting data protection and business continuity in environments where security and compliance are priorities

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000149528.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328822-en.html
- anchor: #n3361108
- Companies mentioned: 日立ヴァンタラ株式会社、株式会社日立製作所、Hitachi Vantara、Hitachi Federal、Hitachi Digital, LLC、情報処理推進機構、IPA、JISEC、警察庁、NIST、CISA

Hitachi Vantara’s storage product VSP One Block has received Common Criteria certification, strengthening support for data protection and business continuity in environments where security and compliance are priorities.

Facts:
- 38%
- 46%
- 43％
- 2025
- 26％
- First half of 2026
- 123 cases
- Second half of 2020
- 2 hours
- Approximately 85 days’ worth
- June 19, 2031

## Demo video released for a confidential-document-ready, locally executable AI OCR! New service launches with no complicated setup required

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000036760.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328814-en.html
- anchor: #n3361106
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社X-HACK、ContactX

株式会社X-HACKは、OCRとLocal LLMを用いた機密文書対応のローカル実行型AI-OCRアプリを開発中。原本との照合、修正、記録を1画面で支援し、現在は保険料控除申告などの検証段階にある。

Facts:
- Established: March 2018

## 第13回 FIDO東京セミナー プログラム発表 12月4日（金）12:00開場

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000037279.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328811-en.html
- anchor: #n3361104
- Companies mentioned: FIDO Alliance, Inc.、FIDOアライアンス、株式会社 NTTドコモ、デジタル庁、金融庁、日本証券業協会、野村證券株式会社、マネックス証券株式会社、KDDI株式会社、OpenIDファウンデーション・ジャパン、グーグル合同会社、Linux Foundation、株式会社メルカリ、OpenAI、OpenID Foundation、Daon, Inc.、OneSpan Japan株式会社、フェリカネットワークス株式会社、株式会社アクル、オーセントレンドテクノロジー株式会社、Keeper Security APAC株式会社、Keypasco Japan株式会社、株式会社野村総合研究所（NRI）、NTTテクノクロス株式会社、RaonSecure Co.,Ltd.、RSA Security Japan G.K.、株式会社スタジオメッシュ、株式会社ソフト技研、Yubico、株式会社インターナショナルシステムリサーチ（ISR）、フィッシング対策協議会

FIDOアライアンス announced the program for the 13th FIDO Tokyo Seminar, to be held in Tokyo on Dec. 4, 2026. The theme is “Passkeys Today and Beyond.” In addition to talks by 金融庁 and デジタル庁, the program includes sessions by companies and organizations such as NTT Docomo, Mercari, KDDI, Google and OpenAI.

Facts:
- December 4, 2026
- Dec. 4
- 13th
- 12:00開場
- Starts at 13:00
- 18:00 onward: networking reception
- Capacity: 300 people
- Reception: 100 people
- Networking reception: ¥2,000
- Student discount: 1,000 yen
- Following unauthorized access incidents involving securities accounts in 2025

## skew redefines its brand. Flagship store “skew Shibuya” to grand reopen on Saturday, Oct. 17 as a cafe and bar that “tunes the senses”

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000078169.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328810-en.html
- anchor: #n3361103
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Leep、skew

株式会社Leep’s CBD vape brand “skew” is redefining itself as a “tuning brand” and will grand reopen its flagship store, “skew Shibuya,” on Oct. 17, 2026, as an experiential venue with an attached cafe and bar.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 17
- Oct. 17, 2026
- R ¥590
- L ¥890
- 12:00〜22:00

## RYODEN begins sales of “Pescle Lite,” a remote trap monitoring system supporting improved pest-control quality and operational efficiency

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000149829.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328809-en.html
- anchor: #n3361102
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RYODEN、RYODEN

株式会社RYODEN will begin sales of “Pescle Lite,” an AI-powered remote trap monitoring system, in October 2026. Using a compact camera and LTE communications, the product remotely monitors the capture of mice and pests, helping streamline inspection work and improve pest-control quality.

Facts:
- Launching in October 2026
- 56.5×74.5×33.5 mm
- Approximately 60 g (excluding batteries)
- 単3形アルカリ乾電池2本
- IP65 (dustproof and protected against water jets)
- 3 types: image-difference AI, cockroach AI and booklice AI
- More than 2000 partner companies
- Established: April 22, 1947

## Relive the life of Shinsengumi deputy commander Toshizo Hijikata through an audio guide

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000127346.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328808-en.html
- anchor: #n3361101
- Companies mentioned: Everiii & Partners International Co. Ltd、ARTOGO、藝途科技、Artwaytech Co., Ltd.、Startup Island TAIWAN、台湾国家発展委員会

The Toshizo Hijikata Museum has partnered with Taiwan’s ARTOGO to introduce “Gotour,” an audio guide service for smartphones. Supporting 3 languages—Japanese, English and Traditional Chinese—the service is an example of cross-border collaboration that delivers multilingual guides at low cost, even for small facilities.

Facts:
- The number of international visitors to Japan reached approximately 42.68 million in 2025
- Approximately 5,700 museums across Japan
- More than 60 national and public-level cultural facilities in Taiwan
- Admission: ¥800 (elementary school students and older)

## [Recboo] “A Guide to Hiring Engineers,” with advice you can put into practice starting today, released!

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000103563.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328807-en.html
- anchor: #n3361100
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノックラーン、Recboo、エアトリグループ

株式会社ノックラーン has released “A Guide to Hiring Engineers,” a resource that organizes engineering recruitment challenges into 4 stages.

Facts:
- 4 stages
- 70% have achieved an IPO, M&A, profitability or an up round
- Startups that have raised funding: 50 companies in total
- More than 70 partner VCs

## 東京電機大学ほか大学・企業が結集！サイバーセキュリティの研究コミュニティ「MWS Cup チーム人海戦術」を発足

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000128963.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328805-en.html
- anchor: #n3361098
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人東京電機大学、東京電機大学、神奈川大学、静岡大学、東京情報大学、明治大学、株式会社日立製作所、株式会社日立システムズ、一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会

The CySec program run by 東京電機大学 has launched “MWS Cup Team Human-Wave Tactics,” a cybersecurity research community, with participation from 神奈川大学, 静岡大学, 東京情報大学, 明治大学, 株式会社日立製作所 and 株式会社日立システムズ. Centered on competing in the “MWS Cup,” to be held in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in October 2026, the community aims to develop talent and advance technology through industry-academia collaboration.

Facts:
- 5 universities in total
- October 2026
- 2009
- For 17 years
- More than 500 people
- Fiscal 2025
- November 2025

## Ending fragmented business transactions conducted via fax and individual Web-EDI systems: “SI B2B Connect,” a business-to-business transaction data integration platform linked to ERP systems, launches in October 2026

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000007603.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328803-en.html
- anchor: #n3361097
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社システムインテグレータ、GRANDIT

株式会社システムインテグレータ announced that it will launch “SI B2B Connect,” a business-to-business transaction data integration platform that eliminates fragmentation in transactions conducted via fax and individual Web-EDI systems and connects with ERP systems such as GRANDIT, in October 2026.

Facts:
- October 2026
- Securities code 3826
- Capital: ¥367,712,000

## [Latest issue of WWDJAPAN] In-depth coverage of the Spring/Summer 2027 Milan collections: how brands such as グッチ and プラダ refine their brand codes

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000080364.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328798-en.html
- anchor: #n3361096
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社INFASパブリケーションズ、グッチ、GUCCI、プラダ、PRADA、ディーゼル、DIESEL、ボッテガ・ヴェネタ、BOTTEGA VENETA、ドルチェ＆ガッバーナ、DOLCE&GABBANA、マルニ、MARNI、ジョルジオ アルマーニ、GIORGIO ARMANI、マックスマーラ、MAX MARA、ブルネロ クチネリ、BRUNELLO CUCINELLI、フェラガモ、FERRAGAMO、ロロ・ピアーナ、LORO PIANA、オニツカタイガー、ONITSUKA TIGER、OT GROUP、アシックス、WWD、Women’s Wear Daily、エイソス、アトモス、Makuake、メゾン マルジェラ、ソルファス、ユジェット、フェアチャイルド、FAIRCHILD PUBLISHING, LLC、GIANVITO ROSSI、ジャンヴィト ロッシ、WWDJAPAN、WWDJAPAN Weekly、WWDJAPAN Digital

The latest issue of WWDJAPAN features in-depth coverage of the Spring/Summer 2027 Milan collections. It explores the evolution of brand codes at labels such as グッチ and プラダ, responses to the demand for lightness, and visits to shoe factories in Italy and a factory run by Gianvito Rossi.

Facts:
- Spring/Summer 2027
- Approximately 1 year
- Approximately 60 intricate processes
- 20th anniversary of founding
- 1910
- vol.200
- Vol. 24
- vol.264

## SmartDB wins for the 18th consecutive term at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall” — named “Leader,” the highest ranking, in 3 categories simultaneously, including the only SaaS no-code web database

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000025071.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328795-en.html
- anchor: #n3361095
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドリーム・アーツ、アイティクラウド株式会社、三菱UFJ銀行、KDDI、ツルハホールディングス、筑波大学、マイクロソフト、テクノ・システム・リサーチ

SmartDB, from 株式会社ドリーム・アーツ, was named “Leader,” the highest ranking, in 3 categories simultaneously at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” making it the only SaaS to receive the distinction and marking its 18th consecutive term as a winner.

Facts:
- 18 consecutive terms
- 3 categories
- Approximately 164,000 cases
- 5,000 people

## Shopらん wins for the 17th consecutive term at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall” — named “Leader,” the highest ranking, in the “Store Management System” category essential to multi-store operations for the 11th consecutive term

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000025071.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328797-en.html
- anchor: #n3361094
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドリーム・アーツ、アイティクラウド株式会社、イトーヨーカ堂、エディオン、すかいらーく、マイクロソフト、富士キメラ総研

株式会社ドリーム・アーツ’ cloud service “Shopらん,” which supports multi-store operations, won “Leader,” the highest ranking in the “Store Management System” category, for the 11th consecutive term at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, marking its 17th consecutive term as a winner overall.

Facts:
- Approximately 164,000 reviews
- Used at approximately 68,000 stores

## [Free online seminar / held from October to November] Seminar on a cloud system for centrally managing information within temples, shrines and churches

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000078896.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328794-en.html
- anchor: #n3361093
- Companies mentioned: フロッグウェル株式会社、Salesforce

フロッグウェル株式会社 will hold free online seminars in October and November 2026 for religious organizations, showcasing a Salesforce-based cloud system for centrally managing information within temples, shrines and churches.

Facts:
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
- 20:00～21:00
- May 2010

## 花王、「est Skin Athlete Gym（エスト スキンアスリートジム）」を 阪急うめだ本店estコーナーに導入、関西で展開スタート

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000689.000070897.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328802-en.html
- anchor: #n3361092
- Companies mentioned: 花王株式会社、花王、est、阪急うめだ本店

花王 will introduce its prestige brand “est” subscription beauty program, “est Skin Athlete Gym,” at 阪急うめだ本店 on Nov. 11, 2026, marking the program’s launch in the Kansai region.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- 55,000 yen
- 330,000 yen
- 220,000 yen
- 150,000 yen

## “BtoB Platform Invoices” integrates with “AMAS,” an accounting system for local governments and public enterprises nationwide

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000894.000013808.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328801-en.html
- anchor: #n3361091
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インフォマート、株式会社フューチャーイン

株式会社インフォマート announced that its BtoB Platform Invoicing service and 株式会社フューチャーイン’s AMAS public enterprise accounting system will begin API integration in January 2027. The integration will support the digitization and paperless operation of billing for local governments and public enterprises.

Facts:
- Integration to begin in January 2027
- More than 630 entities were using the service as of October 2026
- More than 1.3 million companies were using the service as of the end of September 2026.
- Capital: 330 million yen (as of the end of March 2026)
- Employees: 524 (as of the end of March 2026)
- Capital: 4.96918 billion yen (as of the end of June 2026)
- Employees: 924 on a consolidated basis and 897 on a non-consolidated basis (as of the end of June 2026)

## About 23% of people have had a bad experience or regrets with dry cleaning. About 82% would feel reassured by a guarantee of free re-cleaning if they were dissatisfied with the results

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002993.000044800.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328800-en.html
- anchor: #n3361090
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER Group、リナビス、株式会社リナビス

A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and home-delivery dry-cleaning service リナビス found that about 23% of dry-cleaning customers had had a bad experience or regrets, while about 82% said they would feel reassured by a re-cleaning guarantee.

Facts:
- 22.8％
- 13.5％
- 55.0％
- 82.0％
- 400 people

## 【ラグナロクオンライン】「ラグ缶2026 Autumn」2026年10月15日（木）15:00より販売開始

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:07:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002176.000025063.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328828-en.html
- anchor: #n3361123
- Companies mentioned: ガンホー・オンライン・エンターテイメント株式会社、Gravity Co., Ltd.、studio DTDS、GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc.

「ラグナロクオンライン」の新アイテム4種を含む限定グッズ「ラグ缶2026 Autumn」が2026年10月15日15:00より販売開始。価格は1,500円（税込）。

Facts:
- 15:00 on Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 4 new items
- 13:00 on Thursday, November 19, 2026
- 1,500 yen
- 1 time / 3 items

## The Medical Innovation Organization at Institute of Science Tokyo and Bio Engineering Capital open applications for the “HARBOR Medical Innovation Challenge 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:07:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000144993.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328830-en.html
- anchor: #n3361124
- Companies mentioned: Bio Engineering Capital株式会社、さくらインターネット、CHCP、マーソ

The Medical Innovation Organization at Institute of Science Tokyo and Bio Engineering Capital will open applications on October 15, 2026, for the “HARBOR Medical Innovation Challenge 2026,” focused on medical AX and DX, physical AI, and preventive medicine. Selected teams will receive a 1 million yen award and mentoring.

Facts:
- Grand prize: ¥1 million
- More than 300 people have preregistered
- 6 teams will present at HARBOR
- About 15 companies will exhibit at the medical device forum
- About 3 months of mentoring will be provided

## Recruitment of participants for the 1st 福りんぴっく competition

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:05:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192756.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328832-en.html
- anchor: #n3361125
- Companies mentioned: 福岡県就労支援協同組合、立花高等学校、福りんぴっく実行委員会

Participants are being recruited for the 1st 福りんぴく competition. Eligible organizations include Type A and Type B continuous employment support facilities, employment transition support facilities, and special needs schools. The application deadline is September 25, Reiwa 8.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 24, Reiwa 8
- Reiwa 8, September 25 (Friday)
- Approx. 3 minutes

## A winter of 25th-anniversary celebrations: “More, closer together!” with the largest-ever Universal Food Festival

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:03:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000880.000005761.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328833-en.html
- anchor: #n3361126
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社ユー・エス・ジェイ、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、B-R サーティワン アイスクリーム株式会社

To mark its 25th anniversary, ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン will hold its largest-ever Universal Food Festival as part of Universal Holiday Wonders, running from November 13, 2026, to January 17, 2027. New holiday food will be served throughout the park, including collaborative products with B-R サーティワン アイスクリーム株式会社.

Facts:
- 25th anniversary
- A generous serving of about 1 kg of fries
- 4 types of churros
- 6 pieces
- 8 flavors
- 3 meal vouchers, 3,500 yen
- 6 meal vouchers, 6,800 yen

## Hakuhodo DY ONE strengthens support for cross-border advertising in response to expanded ChatGPT ad delivery to 6 ASEAN countries and Taiwan

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:03:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000140732.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328834-en.html
- anchor: #n3361127
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Hakuhodo DY ONE、Hakuhodo DY ONE、OpenAI、博報堂ＤＹグループ、i CROSS BORDER JAPAN、HCAI Professionals

株式会社Hakuhodo DY ONE has strengthened its support for Japanese companies’ cross-border marketing through “i CROSS BORDER JAPAN” following the expansion of OpenAI’s ChatGPT ad delivery to 6 ASEAN countries and Taiwan.

Facts:
- June 2026

## Transfer of shares in companies related to the Australian Wheatstone LNG project to 株式会社JERA

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:03:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000897.000012624.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328836-en.html
- anchor: #n3361128
- Companies mentioned: JOGMEC、株式会社JERA、パンパシフィックエネルギー株式会社、三菱商事株式会社、日本郵船株式会社、東京電力株式会社、PE Wheatstone Pty Ltd、シェブロン、クフペック、ウッドサイド、九州電力

JOGMEC has transferred its entire shareholding in Pan Pacific Energy, a participant in the Australian Wheatstone LNG project, representing 42.08%, to 株式会社JERA.

Facts:
- 42.08%
- About 38.6 billion yen
- About 380 million U.S. dollars
- 8％
- 10％
- Oct. 2, 2026
- 225 kilometers
- 8.9 million tons

## Model Sara Honda to appear at “ロフト K Cosmetics Festival 2026AW” and introduce new products from Korean self-care brand “ナッセリン” on stage

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:02:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000177912.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328838-en.html
- anchor: #n3361129
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JDRIVE、ロフト、ナッセリン、nutseline、オリーブヤング、警視庁、Ray

An event will be held featuring model Sara Honda at “ロフト K Cosmetics Festival 2026AW,” where she will introduce 4 new products from Korean self-care brand “ナッセリン.”

Facts:
- This will be the 6th edition
- In Tokyo on Saturday, October 10
- To be held in Osaka on Saturday, October 17
- More than 1 million total followers across social media
- Size / Price: 35 ml / 2,580 yen (tax included)
- Size / Price: 200 ml / 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Size / Price: 11 ml / 1,100 yen (tax included)

## 国内電通グループ、3,000人規模のFDE・FDMスキル開発を開始

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:02:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000121065.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328840-en.html
- anchor: #n3361130
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電通デジタル、国内電通グループ、電通、電通総研、イグニション・ポイント、Google Cloud、Google LLC

株式会社電通デジタルは、国内電通グループ3社と共同で、Google Cloudの「Gemini Enterprise」を活用したFDE・FDMスキル開発プログラムを3,000人規模で開始する。

Facts:
- For 3,000 people
- 国内電通グループ3社

## 【Official store presale】New “Reiniger Cream” cleaner from German heritage leather-care brand “Collonil（コロニル）,” easy to use on both shoes and bags

- Published: 2026-10-14T11:02:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000121310.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4328842-en.html
- anchor: #n3361131
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エス・アイザックス商会、Collonil、コロニル

Import-export trading company 株式会社エス・アイザックス商会 has launched “Reiniger Cream,” a new product from German leather-care brand “Collonil（コロニル）,” for which it serves as the exclusive distributor in Japan. The product is currently available for presale through the official store ahead of its general release.

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
- Volume: 60 ml
- General release date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 (planned)