[Co-op Deli] Awarded the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon for support to ユニセフ through the “Happy Milk Project”
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コープデリ生活協同組合連合会 received the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon from the Japanese government in recognition of its donations through the “Happy Milk Project,” which supports children in Africa.
The side panel of the 189 series, which took first place in the “Destination Sign Replica Popularity Vote,” will be made into a product
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TRAINIART, operated by 株式会社JR東日本商事, will produce a replica of the 189 series side panel that took first place in the Destination Sign Replica Popularity Vote and begin taking orders on October 16, 2026.
Putting event setup and operations expertise to work in disaster preparedness! TSP Taiyo to exhibit jointly with 4 companies at “Bosai Kokutai 2026 in Tottori”
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TSP太陽株式会社 will exhibit jointly with 4 companies—UACJ, UACJ Trading, Takazono, and JM Integral—at “Bosai Kokutai 2026 in Tottori,” taking place in Tottori on October 17 and 18. The exhibit will feature disaster-preparedness shelter solutions, including residential air tents and the “origami” online medical consultation unit.
泉大津市, 大阪観光大学, and the Institute for Environmental and Cultural History Studies have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement to promote education, culture, and tourism and develop human resources.
Facts
Comprehensive partnership agreement covering the following 5 fields
Signed a comprehensive partnership agreement in Reiwa 7
Approximately 70% of the students are international students
“James Dyson Award 2026,” hosted by ダイソン to support engineer development, announces its international top 20 projects
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ジェームズ ダイソン財団 announced the international top 20 projects for the James Dyson Award 2026. From Japan, “morito,” a digital Buddhist altar that requires no fire and was developed by 4 graduates of 法政大学, was selected. The winner of the top prize will receive £30,000, and the results are scheduled to be announced on November 4.
Final report published with recommendations for promoting “high-quality marine protected areas”
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The 公益財団法人日本自然保護協会 and UMINEKOサステナビリティ研究所 published the final report of a panel convened from 2024, making recommendations for promoting “high-quality marine protected areas” and restoring coastal areas.
A gentle touch for every day with your baby. Baby items made with organic cotton are now available from “今治謹製 organic towel”
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The towel brand “今治謹製,” operated by スタイレム株式会社, has launched baby items made with organic cotton. It also plans to hold a limited-time pop-up at 京都ポルタ in October 2026.
Mitsubishi Estate Residence has developed “Customer AI,” a training tool that simulates conversations with prospective condominium buyers.
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Mitsubishi Estate Residence and Umee Technologies have developed “Customer AI,” a training tool that simulates conversations with prospective condominium buyers, using the conversational insights AI “Front Agent®.” The tool will be deployed at “ザ・パークハウス 北綾瀬” in August 2026, with the aim of improving sales staff skills.
ラクス announces “ASURACORE,” a service for creating dedicated in-house systems
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株式会社ラクス announced that it will begin selling “ASURACORE,” a service for creating dedicated in-house systems to solve business challenges, in April 2027. Directors and AI work together to build and provide systems, addressing barriers to adoption such as cost-effectiveness and IT staffing shortages. The company also plans to expand overseas, targeting ARR of ¥1 billion in the fiscal year ending March 2029.
Facts
Sales begin in April 2027
44.6%) indicate willingness to adopt, while
Approximately 80% (79.3%) abandoned plans to adopt
“High development and implementation costs” ranked first at 58.3%
“It is difficult to assess cost-effectiveness” at 49.1%
“There is a shortage of IT personnel in-house” at 46.5%
Can be built in as little as 1 month
System development cost: from ¥600,000
Monthly fee: from ¥50,000
We aim to achieve ARR of ¥1 billion in the fiscal year ending March 2029
Event for older residents of JKK housing, Tokyo metropolitan housing and other residences to be held in Nishitokyo City [Co-hosted by 3 organizations] JKK東京 × 東京都 × 東京都立病院機構
[Winner in 2 categories] GoQSystem earns “Leader” designation in “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”
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株式会社GoQSystem’s e-commerce integration management system, “GoQSystem,” won the “Leader” award in 2 categories—“Sales Management Systems” and “Online Store Management”—at “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” hosted by アイティクラウド株式会社.
Facts
2 divisions
Approximately 164,000 reviews
More than 37 marketplaces and shopping cart platforms
株式会社ギックス has announced the full program for its conference, “ギックス データインフォームド・サミット2026,” to be held at Shinagawa The Grand Hall on October 20, 2026. The event will feature leading companies such as Japan Post and JR West, as well as technology companies including Databricks Japan and Red Hat, presenting practical examples of AI and data use.
Companies and organizations recognized for turning data into results: Winners of the 1st “Empower Data Award” announced
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ウイングアーク１ｓｔ announced the winners of the 1st “Empower Data Award,” which recognizes achievements through data utilization. 岩塚製菓株式会社 was selected for the grand prize, while ヤンマー建機株式会社 and 株式会社成田デンタル received excellence awards. In addition, 3 people will be recognized as “Data Driven Meister” for promoting data utilization, with awards to be presented at an event on October 21.
Christmas Afternoon Tea featuring a strawberry dessert inspired by “panettone”
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フィオレンティーナ, the Italian café at グランド ハイアット 東京, will serve its “Christmas Afternoon Tea” for a limited time during the Christmas season starting December 1, 2026.
A new feature, “今日の5問MAX,” powered by proprietary AI, is coming to the English vocabulary app “ターゲットの友”! AI selects questions just for you and provides powerful support until you have mastered the vocabulary!
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旺文社 released “今日の5問MAX,” a new AI-powered subscription feature for its English vocabulary learning app “ターゲットの友,” on October 13.
[Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026] “BONDISH DELIVERY” launches a new “Grown-Up Halloween Plan” to brighten up the office!
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ボンディッシュ株式会社’s corporate catering service, “BONDISH DELIVERY,” began selling its Halloween-exclusive “Grown-Up Halloween Plan” and “Halloween Plan” on October 5, 2026.
[National Drone License Renewal Support Campaign] Available only in November and December! Special price of 8,800 yen for the Class 2 renewal course. Take classes every Friday evening in Ueno, Tokyo
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エアオーシャンドローンスクール東京校, operated by 株式会社スペースワン, will run a campaign offering the Class 2 unmanned aircraft pilot license renewal course at the special price of 8,800 yen, available only in November and December 2026.
鈴与商事 joins forces with ＣＵＬＴＡ to enter the strawberry cultivation business
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鈴与商事’s subsidiary Bell Farm will enter the strawberry cultivation business in partnership with ＣＵＬＴＡ. It will begin cultivation on a scale of about 40 ares, with plans to eventually expand to a maximum of 120 ares.
[On sale today] Seminar on November 18 (Wed.) to mark the publication of “The Ultimate Skill in the AI Era: Individual Expertise,” a new book by Novasell representative Masaki Tabe
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To mark the release on October 14 of “The Ultimate Skill in the AI Era: Individual Expertise,” a new book by Novasell representative Masaki Tabe, ノバセル株式会社 will hold a commemorative seminar on November 18.
Facts
Nov. 18, 2026
Released today, October 14, by 日経BP
2,000 yen (before tax)
Capacity: 40 people
Have driven it forward with about 5 billion invested
[埼玉県戸田市] An inauguration ceremony will be held to mark the launch of “Toda Support Crew”
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埼玉県戸田市 will hold an inauguration ceremony for the newly established “Toda Support Crew,” which promotes the city’s appeal, at the Toda Furusato Festival on Reiwa 8, October 24. 4 people will be appointed as the inaugural crew members.
株式会社イード will begin selling bromide prints from “Granblue Fantasy” on October 14, 2026, in conjunction with the Cygames Magazine serialized feature “サイゲームス メモリーズ.”
Participation in the “Ellory House” rental housing development project in the Atlanta metropolitan area of Georgia, USA
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日鉄興和不動産 announced its participation in Ellory House, a rental housing project being jointly developed with RangeWater Real Estate in the Decatur area of the Atlanta metropolitan area in Georgia, USA, and construction began in September 2026. The project includes 274 rental homes and commercial facilities, and is scheduled for completion in September 2028.
Facts
274 rental homes
Construction began in September 2026
Scheduled for completion in September 2028
Site area: about 13,193 m²
Total floor area: about 23,152 m²
Companies mentioned：日鉄興和不動産株式会社、NSKRE US Corporation、RangeWater Real Estate、EDENS
Would you join 北九州市 in celebrating a new chapter at the “二十歳の記念式典”? Companies are invited to sponsor the event and help make the Reiwa 9 ceremony a success!
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北九州市 is seeking donated items to be provided at the “二十歳の記念式典,” scheduled to be held in Reiwa 9 (2027).
Facts
About 8,000 young people reaching adulthood each year
As ハンズ渋谷店, which opened in 1978, will close on November 15, 2026, 株式会社ハンズ will hold a finale event looking back on its 48-year history, along with limited-edition product sales and a sale.
Facts
48 years
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
Since opening in 1978
Original1 枚 25 円
5% off coupon
Total purchase of at least 1,000 yen, including tax
Regarding selection for the “AI for Science Innovative Research Promotion Program (ARiSE)” of 科学技術振興機構（JST）
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順天堂大学 announced that its research project on morphological digital twins has been selected for strategic target-based category T2 of 科学技術振興機構（JST）’s “AI for Science Innovative Research Promotion Program (ARiSE).” A total of 19 groups nationwide will take part in developing the world’s first 3D-Native biological foundation model.
LIFULL donates “Instant Rooms” and “Poop Loop” to Makubetsu, Hokkaido, through corporate hometown tax donations in kind
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株式会社LIFULL donated 15 “Instant Rooms” and “Poop Loop,” a material for circular agriculture, to Makubetsu, Hokkaido, using the corporate hometown tax donation program.
[西武園ゆうえんち] Celebrating the return of Misato Watanabe’s stadium concert at Seibu Dome (now Belluna Dome), a sacred place for the singer! A variety of content inspired by Misato Watanabe♪ I chose 西武園ゆうえんち for the week ahead♪
Guest lineup announced for “Nagoya Camping Car Fair 2026 AUTUMN”: Ryo Tamura, 青木マッチョ, さばいどる かほなん and other star guests to appear!
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The “Nagoya Camping Car Fair 2026 AUTUMN,” hosted by テレビ愛知, will be held at Aichi Sky Expo on November 7 and 8, 2026, with Ryo Tamura, 青木マッチョ, and さばいどるかほなん among the guest appearances.
Facts
Original2026年11月7日(土) ・8日(日)
Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥900 (tax included)
Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥1,100 (tax included)
“Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside”: Enjoy a new texture with the launch of “Freshly Baked in Store Crispy-Chewy Butter Mochi”
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch “Freshly Baked in Store Crispy-Chewy Butter Mochi” at セブン‐イレブン stores under the “Seven Cafe Bakery” brand starting October 20. This trending sweet has gained attention in Korea, and baking it in a dedicated oven gives it a crispy outside and chewy inside. The price is ¥149 (¥160.92 including tax).
Crisp, spicy green onions! × Rich back fat! × A punch of garlic! “Back-Fat Garlic Spicy Green Onion Soy Sauce” launches October 15 (Thursday) at 13 TOKYO豚骨BASE MADE by 一風堂 locations
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TOKYO豚骨BASE MADE by 一風堂, operated by 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション, will begin selling its new limited-time ramen, “Back-Fat Garlic Spicy Green Onion Soy Sauce,” at 13 locations starting October 15, 2026. The price is ¥1,080 (tax included).
Facts
1,080 yen
13 vendors
Oct. 15, 2026
Mid-January 2027
Nov. 30, 2026
Dec. 31, 2026
15th anniversary
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション、TOKYO豚骨BASE MADE by 一風堂、博多一風堂、NewDays、いろり庵きらく、ベックスコーヒーショップ、おむすび処 ほんのり屋、駅弁屋、acure＜アキュア＞、From AQUA、エキュート、グランスタ
Participation in “ｅｉｒｉｓ ＨＡＵＳ,” a condominium development project in Bangkok, Thailand
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Through its local subsidiary in Thailand, Tokyu will jointly develop “ｅｉｒｉｓ ＨＡＵＳ” in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit district with Thailand’s largest developer, サンシリ, and begin sales in the first half of 2027.
Facts
November 2026
First half of 2027
7 stories above ground
Total of 320 units
2017
A cumulative total of 10 projects
A total of 3,752 units
Companies mentioned：東急株式会社、東急ディベロップメント（タイランド）、ＴＤＴＨ、Ｓａｎｓｉｒｉ Ｐｕｂｌｉｃ Ｃｏｍｐａｎｙ Ｌｉｍｉｔｅｄ、サンシリ、東急グループ、Bangkok Prep International School、Habilito Mall、Fortune Southeast Asia 500、Marketeer No.1 Brand Thailand 2025、タイ証券取引所
A “Karatsu Kunchi Headmark” will be displayed on the Chikuhi Line 103-series trains!
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To coincide with the autumn traditional event Karatsu Kunchi, JR九州佐賀鉄道事業部 will operate all 5 103-series trainsets on the Chikuhi and Karatsu lines with “Karatsu Kunchi Headmarks” attached.
Ceremony and Symposium for the Kyushu Tourism and Community Development AWARD 2026
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JR Kyushu will hold the awards ceremony and a symposium for the Kyushu Tourism and Community Development AWARD 2026 in Tokyo on Dec. 2. The event is open to the public, and will feature a keynote speech and a talk session by the award recipients.
Facts
December 2, 2026 (Wed.)
１３：３０～１７：１０
Free
6 groups
Companies mentioned：九州旅客鉄道株式会社、パーク・デザイン株式会社、ON THE CLIFF、一般社団法人パレット、美々津プラザ、庄分酢、有限会社原田米店、Discover Japan
Enjoy clear winter skies and night views with the “Bubbles and Breeze Terrace Plan”: A rooftop terrace featuring warming dishes and free-flow drinks ／ ザ ロイヤルパークホテル アイコニック 名古屋
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ザ ロイヤルパークホテル アイコニック 名古屋 will offer its winter “Bubbles and Breeze Terrace Plan” at its 7F rooftop terrace starting Nov. 25, 2026. Guests can enjoy warming dishes and free-flow drinks while taking in the clear winter skies and night views.
Feature content introducing NEWYORKER MEN’s “NEWYORKER MEN 2026 AUTUMN Urban Chic Traditional COLLECTION” has been published.
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株式会社ダイドーフォワード has published feature content on its online store for its fall collection, “NEWYORKER MEN 2026 AUTUMN Urban Chic Traditional COLLECTION,” centered on NEWYORKER, its main apparel brand.
Introducing the game system of “Saimagic,” a blend of science and magic! A personality quiz to reveal your scientist type is also available!
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CTW株式会社 has unveiled the game system and scientist-type quiz for “Saimagic,” which is set to launch on G123, and is running a campaign to give away Amazon gift cards. If pre-registration reaches 50,000, “Archimedes” will be awarded.
A new flavor joins the hearty “Crisp”! “Crisp Cheddar Cheese Flavor” offers the rich taste of cheddar cheese
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カルビー株式会社 will release “Crisp Cheddar Cheese Flavor,” a new flavor of its molded potato chips “Crisp,” for a limited time at convenience stores starting Oct. 26, 2026.
Fan meeting held in Hiroshima, the birthplace of Calbee! About 30 fans of “Kataage Potato” gather at the Setouchi Hiroshima Factory
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カルビー株式会社 held a “Kataage Potato” fan meeting at its Setouchi Hiroshima Factory in Hiroshima Prefecture on Oct. 12, 2026, with about 30 fans in attendance.
Facts
About 30 fans
Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday)
Since its founding in 1949
17 locations nationwide
More than 1,000 fans to date
About 700 employees
Average satisfaction rating: 4.94 points (out of 5)
【神戸須磨シーワールド】Learn about penguins and turtles! “Ikimono Sumashi School,” an educational program where participants learn with animal caretakers, to be held from November to December
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神戸須磨シーワールド, operated by 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート, will hold “Ikimono Sumashi School,” an educational program for elementary school students, from November to December 2026. The program will include observations and lectures about penguins and turtles, as well as paper craft activities.
【Seminar report co-hosted with 札幌商工会議所DX推進・生産性向上委員会】 The key to turning AI adoption into corporate growth lies with “the people who work”
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ヒューマンアカデミー株式会社 held an AI seminar co-hosted with 札幌商工会議所DX推進・生産性向上委員会, attended by about 170 people. In Part 1, Mr. Ito of マシンラーニング・ソリューションズ株式会社 presented examples of AI use in agriculture. In Part 2, Mr. Maeno of 武蔵野大学 spoke about well-being management.
Free consultation event on family homes and vacant houses to be held at Yao Station!
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株式会社JR西日本イノベーションズ will hold a free consultation event about family homes and vacant houses at Yao Station on Oct. 25, in partnership with local real estate company 株式会社空き家総研パートナーズ, as part of its vacant-home solutions business, “Konobi.”
Facts
Launched in 2023
Starting in 2025, local real estate businesses with in-depth knowledge of regional circumstances
A “Consultation Event on Family Homes and Vacant Houses” will be held at Yao Station on Sunday, Oct. 25
Date and time: Sunday, Oct. 25, 10:00–17:00
Free consultations are available for anyone with these concerns
【都ホテル 尼崎】Christmas Cakes 2026: A sweet and elegant Christmas featuring premium chocolate and classic strawberry shortcake
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Miyako Hotel Amagasaki, operated by 株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ, will offer Christmas cakes and cake slices in December 2026, made with strawberries from local “ささはら菜园” and French Valrhona chocolate.
西日本旅客鉄道株式会社 will sell goods featuring trains including the 500 Series Shinkansen and the 283 Series “Ocean Arrow,” as well as collaboration products with ONE PIECE, EDWIN and JR東海, at its official online shop to mark Railway Day on Oct. 14.
【リーガロイヤルホテル広島】A moment on your journey to discover Hiroshima’s mountain bounty and fine sake: on sale now, the “Delicious Omotenashi Set: Hiroshima Local Sake, Megahira Maitake Mushrooms and Seasonal Tempura”
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リーガロイヤルホテル広島 will offer the “Delicious Omotenashi Set: Hiroshima Local Sake, Megahira Maitake Mushrooms and Seasonal Tempura” for a limited time from October 15, 2026, through February 28, 2027.
【Hankyu Umeda Main Store】More advance launches on the way! “HANKYU BEAUTY WINTER 2026,” a holiday cosmetics collection brimming with excitement. This winter’s trend-setting cosmetics to warm your heart, all in one place!
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Advance sales for “HANKYU BEAUTY WINTER 2026” are being held at Hankyu Umeda Main Store, featuring limited-edition cosmetics and trend-setting items. The “HANKYU BEAUTY MAISON” on the 10th floor will also reopen on November 11.
A one-night-only “Autumn Feast” featuring charcoal-and-wood-fired grilled dishes and wines selected by a sommelier awarded the Medal with Yellow Ribbon!
Monthly Pia Digital launches on Wednesday, October 14! In partnership with TOHO-ONE, which has surpassed 3 million members; Yokopo also launches, letting users earn TOHO POINT by watching trailers
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ぴあ株式会社 will launch the digital content platform Monthly Pia Digital on October 14, in partnership with Toho Co.’s membership service TOHO-ONE.
Facts
Membership registrations surpass 3 million
Service launches today, Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Launch of “Life Select Support,” a funeral pre-arrangement service
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イオンライフ株式会社 will launch “Life Select Support,” a funeral pre-arrangement service, in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Chiba prefectures on October 14, 2026, with a gradual nationwide rollout to follow.
From selling equipment and moving on to providing solutions from R&D through mass-production launch: Interview report on “栗本鐵工所” released | ENVALITH（エンヴァリス）, next-generation equity research
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株式会社エンヴァリス has released an interview report on 株式会社栗本鐵工所 for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027. The report identifies battery manufacturing equipment as a strategic growth area and describes a shift from equipment deliveries to hands-on solution services. It also notes that overseas projects for continuous kneading machines are larger in scale than domestic projects.
Ｓｋｙ株式会社 will exhibit at “World Forum Tokyo 2026,” taking place at Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa on October 27–28, 2026, and demonstrate a solution integrating SKYSEA Client View with the ServiceNow® platform.
“Kumitate Hangul,” an introductory Hangul app that teaches by “assembling” consonants and vowels, launches for iPhone. English-language “Hangul Builder” also rolls out in the US, UK, Canada and Australia
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株式会社AISolve released the iPhone version of its introductory Hangul app “Kumitate Hangul” on October 10, 2026, making it available on both iOS and Android. It also launched the English-language version, “Hangul Builder: Learn Korean,” in the US, UK, Canada and Australia. In Japan, the one-time-purchase Premium version is available for a limited time at a special launch price of 1,480 yen, including tax, to mark the iPhone release.
【L’AUBE BLANC】Introducing “LE VESTIAIRE DE L’AUBE,” the brand’s first lifestyle offering. A concept store opens at Roppongi Hills for a limited 1-month period
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Apparel brand “L’AUBE BLANC” will open a concept store at Roppongi Hills for a limited time beginning October 2, 2026, presenting its lifestyle offering.
Boomi named a Leader in Forrester’s evaluation of adaptive process orchestration software, earning the highest rating in the Strategy category
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Boomi was named a Leader in Forrester Research’s evaluation of adaptive process orchestration software and received the highest rating in the Strategy category.
Facts
13 providers
Only 4
6 evaluation criteria
More than 30,000 customers
A global partner network of more than 800 companies
Companies mentioned：Boomi, LP.、Boomi株式会社、Forrester Research、SunBridge Partners, Inc.
Boomi announces key enhancements to its AI platform to bring governance to enterprise AI use
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Boomi announced enhancements to its platform, including Agent Control Plane, which brings governance to enterprise AI use. Designed to close governance gaps and control costs, the enhancements enable secure connections to core systems such as Salesforce and SAP.
Bottle sales return for the first time in 4 years! Made with 500 kg of surplus peaches, with a rich peach flavor like nectar. Sankt Gallen’s “7 Peach Ale” goes on sale October 15
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サンクトガーレン有限会社 will launch its fruit beer “7 Peach Ale,” made with 500 kg of surplus peaches from Yamanashi, in bottles starting October 15, 2026.
Facts
Bottle sales for the first time in 4 years since 2022
Original白凰・夢しずく・あかつき・まどか・川中島・ゆうぞら・さくらの7種の桃
Bottle contents: 330ml
Suggested retail price: 539 yen (tax included)
General release starting Thursday, October 15, 2026
OLGA AIコンサルティング adds a human resources contract playbook to its “Legal AI Kit,” enabling contract reviews tailored to each party’s position
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GVA TECH株式会社 has added a human resources contract playbook to OLGA AIコンサルティング’s “Legal AI Kit,” enabling highly accurate contract reviews tailored to each party’s position.
64.3% success rate for trademark applications! “GVA Trademark Registration” demonstrates an approval rate on par with the national average in its first year of service
Answers to the “Reiwa 8 second-half childcare worker exam” to be published on exam day. Explanatory videos on likely questions also available exclusively to LINE registrants [保育士バンク！]
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保育士バンク！, operated by 株式会社ネクストビート, will publish answers to the “Reiwa 8 second-half childcare worker exam” on the day of the exam, held on October 24 and 25, 2026, and will also offer explanatory videos on likely questions exclusively to LINE registrants.
Facts
The pass rate is around 20–25% each year
Original2026年10月24日（土）・25日（日）に実施される
All 9 subjects will be covered
2 subjects: Childcare Psychology and Principles of Childcare
Authentic Italian pizza at Bacio di Giulietta Ebisu: Grand Appreciation Festival on Tuesday, October 20!
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Bacio di Giulietta Ebisu, which serves authentic Italian pizza, will hold a grand appreciation festival on October 20, offering 3 menu items, including Margherita, at half price.
Quiz event to mark the 50th anniversary of “Cooking Salt”
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公益財団法人塩事業センター will hold a quiz event on a special website from October 14, Reiwa 8, to January 13, Reiwa 9, to mark the 50th anniversary of the release of its long-selling product “Cooking Salt.” Big cushions and QUO cards will be awarded to selected participants who answer correctly.
Daikin Industries’ Sakai Plant advances to Phase 2 of demonstration testing to automate kitting processes using a robot foundation model (VLA)
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Muso Action株式会社 is moving its demonstration test to automate kitting processes at Daikin Industries’ Sakai Plant into Phase 2, and is advancing technical verification after being selected for the University of Tokyo IPC support program “1stRound.”
Italian winter icon MOON BOOT to hold POP UP events in various locations
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ジェイプラスインターナショナル株式会社 plans to hold POP UP stores for Italian footwear brand MOON BOOT at 大丸札幌店, 伊勢丹新宿店 and SNOW BUNKER TOKYO in succession starting October 2026.
中村キース・ヘリング美術館 to present special programs in Yamanashi and Tokyo to mark National Coming Out Day
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中村キース・ヘリング美術館 will present special exhibitions and a pop-up shop in Yamanashi and Tokyo to mark National Coming Out Day, and is also collaborating on a large-scale exhibition at ローマ博物館.
3 new locally inspired Ibaraki hand creams go on sale at Azemichi Mito store in みと好文テラス from 10/1
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株式会社鈴木ハーブ研究所 began selling 3 hand creams made with local Ibaraki ingredients (plum, mandarin orange and lotus flower) at Azemichi Mito store in みと好文テラス on October 1, 2026. Each product is 35g and costs 1,980 yen, tax included.
Winter-design Moomin tins from STEAMCREAM available for a limited time and in limited quantities!
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Sonotas株式会社 will release 2 limited-edition winter-design tins of its moisturizing cream, Steamcream, featuring Moomin, starting October 14, 2026, in limited quantities.
【四十八漁場】A regional fair showcasing Hokkaido’s new attractions
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四十八漁場, operated by 株式会社エー・ピーホールディングス, will hold a 【Hokkaido Fair】 offering limited-time menu items made with Hokkaido ingredients starting Oct. 14, 2026.
Store app 「アプリメンバーズ」 launches loyalty points integration feature using Shopify purchase data
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アイユー株式会社 has launched a loyalty points integration feature between its store app 「アプリメンバーズ」 and the e-commerce platform Shopify. The feature awards points in real time for use at physical stores, based on the purchase amount on Shopify, supporting efforts to build repeat customers across e-commerce and physical stores. There is no additional charge.
Facts
About 893 companies nationwide
About 7,120 stores
When the point award rate is 5％
When you purchase a 3,000-yen product on Shopify
You earn 150 points
Initial fee: 30,000 yen
Monthly fee: 19,800 yen
Up to 10,000 registered members
An additional monthly fee of 5,000 yen (excluding tax) will be charged
【First-ever event】Announcement of the Sugar Road Stamp Rally, a tour of famous sweets and cultural sites in 8 cities along the Nagasaki Kaido “Sugar Road”
“How will parking data change cities?” Parking Science to showcase visualizations of search data from 6 cities and an interactive exhibit at JMS2026
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パーキングサイエンス株式会社 is presenting visualizations covering 6 cities and an interactive survey at JMS2026, using accumulated data from its parking search app “P-Collection,” and is calling for collaboration with mobility-related companies.
中央高等学院 Saitama Campus to hold a career guidance seminar for students who do not attend school and their families on Saturday, Oct. 24
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中央高等学院 Saitama Campus, operated by 株式会社ディー・エヌ・ケー, will hold a free career guidance seminar for students who do not attend school and their families on Oct. 24, 2026.
＜Nikkei Regional Revitalization Forum＞染めQテクノロジィ to speak on “The spread and implementation of agrivoltaics in Miyagi Prefecture”
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菱木貞夫, representative director of 株式会社染めQテクノロジィ, spoke at the Nikkei Regional Revitalization Forum held in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, on Oct. 13, 2026, discussing infrastructure restoration and life-extension technologies using nano-bonding technology and reinforcement methods. During a panel discussion, he also proposed potential applications of the company’s technology in agrivoltaics.
Peace and cultural exchange initiatives from Hiroshima reach the world through NHK WORLD-JAPAN
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The peace and cultural exchange activities linking Hiroshima and Iran by 一般社団法人オミード were featured on NHK WORLD-JAPAN’s “NHK NEWSLINE.” The organization continues its exchanges through medical support and the film streaming platform “Shireen Box.”
From a remote island in the Seto Inland Sea facing population decline to a bid for a third consecutive national title. Kinoe Onsen in Osakikamijima enters the 2026 Onsen General Election
The 5th ONSEN Gastronomy Walking in Nachikatsuura, an event to enjoy Nachikatsuura’s food, nature and hot springs on foot, will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2026!
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The Nachikatsuura Tourism Organization, a general incorporated association, will hold the 5th ONSEN Gastronomy Walking in Nachikatsuura on December 5, 2026. Participants will walk a course of approximately 7.5 km while enjoying local dishes such as fresh tuna and Kumano beef, as well as hot springs. The participation fee is 6,000 yen, and capacity is 200 people.