AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-14 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 473 items from 9 sources; Japan, 336 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en [Emergency Support] Campaign Offers 3 Months of Free “WhiteDefender” Licenses to Protect Companies from a Wave of Ransomware Attackshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363662Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:28:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn response to the sharp increase in ransomware damage, RSUPPORT株式会社 has launched a campaign offering 3 months of free “WhiteDefender” licenses to Japanese companies and local governments, available during October only. システムファイブ to Hold Deity Microphones Sound Seminar “Learn About the Reality of Film Sound from a Professional Recording Engineer — The Sound of the Image, Behind the Scenes” on Oct. 29https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363663Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:27:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社システムファイブ will hold the Deity Microphones sound seminar “Learn About the Reality of Film Sound from a Professional Recording Engineer” on October 29, 2026, at the PROGEAR Hanzomon showroom in Tokyo. Guest lecturer Daisuke Akimoto of D-soundS, who worked on sound recording for Netflix productions including 『ガス人間』, will discuss topics such as multichannel operation of wireless microphones. ReBear合同会社 and Niigata University Survey Motivations for Joining and Factors Behind Continued Participation in an Interfaculty Learning Program, Present Findings at the Japanese Society for Educational Technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363664Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:27:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESReBear合同会社 and Niigata University jointly surveyed motivations for joining and factors behind continued participation in the interfaculty learning program “NICE Program” and presented their findings at the Japanese Society for Educational Technology 2026 Autumn National Conference. [Kumamoto Earthquake] Report on Completion of ハピタス Point Donationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363665Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:27:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オズビジョン reports that it donated ¥1,527,610 to 公益社団法人Civic Force, raised through point donations for the Kumamoto Earthquake campaign conducted on its point mall, ハピタス. A Stay 30 Seconds from the Beach, Accompanied by the Sound of the Waves: Hotel “edit x seven Awaji Island” to Open in April 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363666Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:26:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESFHG hotels株式会社, part of the 霞ヶ関キャピタルグループ, has opened reservations for “edit x seven Awaji Island,” set to open in Sumoto, Awaji Island, in April 2027. The hotel has 59 rooms and is located 30 seconds on foot from Ohama Beach. It features a pool and sauna, as well as a café and dining area. How to Deepen Your Thinking After Turning Ideas into Work with AI: “New Thinking Habits That Emerge from Working with AI” Available for Freehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363667Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:25:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社 has made a free PDF resource, “New Thinking Habits That Emerge from Working with AI,” available for staff and managers who use AI to create plans and materials. Against the backdrop of a sense that AI collaboration can leave insufficient room for reflection, the resource presents a proposed thinking habit of reviewing a developed idea and connecting it to one’s goals and experience, as a single-case report. [HIROFU] New Styles and Colors of the CITTA City Bag, Which Drew a Strong Response Immediately After Launch, and New ACCANOVA Accessories Now on Salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363669Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:25:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESHIROFU, the women’s bag brand operated by 株式会社ヒロフ of ワールドグループ, released new styles and colors of its popular CITTA city bag, along with ACCANOVA accessories that can also be used as charms, on October 14. To mark the first anniversary of CITTA, the brand has also launched an Instagram follow-and-comment campaign, with bags to be awarded to 5 winners by lottery. [Oita—くじゅう花公園] Around 5,000 “mofu” kochia plants turn pink! A fleeting autumn gradient spreads across a plateau at an elevation of 850 mhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363670Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:24:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt くじゅう花公園 in Taketa, Oita Prefecture, around 5,000 kochia plants are beginning to display a gradient from green to pink and red, thanks to the temperature swings of the plateau environment at an elevation of 850 m. The best viewing period will continue from mid- to late October, and visitors can also enjoy the park’s autumn flowers. [Event hosted by] Bodybuilding legend Hidetada Yamagishi and next-generation pro athlete Naoya Amano to hold “LEGEND NEXT GENERATION” seminar on Oct. 25 (Sunday)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363671Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:24:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES“LEGEND NEXT GENERATION,” a special seminar hosted by fitness brand “YAOKI” featuring bodybuilding legend Hidetada Yamagishi and young pro athlete Naoya Amano, will be held on Oct. 25, 2026. [ベンスクリニック横浜院] to introduce the human-derived ECM skin booster “Re20 (Ritua)” starting Oct. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363672Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:23:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESベンスクリニック横浜院 announced that it will introduce the human-derived ECM skin booster “Re20 (Ritua)” starting Oct. 1. Bringing Kochi’s scenery into the future of anime. “Anime Tech Research” launches ahead of GEAR!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363673https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363673Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:21:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES高知信用金庫は、高知アニメクリエイター聖地プロジェクトの一環として、アニメーション制作の負担軽減や環境改善を目指す「アニメテック研究」を開始した。この研究には、株式会社スタジオエイトカラーズ、株式会社吉本3Dファクトリー、株式会社小学館ミュージック＆デジタルエンタテイメントなどが参加し、高知の風景や蓄積された写真・映像をアニメ背景制作に活用する技術開発を行う。また、研究基盤として「アニメテックサーバー」を構築し、公益財団法人地域みらい財団と共に支援体制を整備している。 “How much would your wedding reception cost as a 1.5次会?” 1.5次会Party launches a free assessment that estimates the cost of switching to a guest-paid format just by sending your reception estimate via LINEhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363674https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363674Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:20:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社PREMIRE has launched a free campaign through its 1.5次会Party service that assesses the cost of switching to a guest-paid format simply by sending a wedding reception estimate via LINE. “Kawaguchi Mall 9,” a collaboration among 9 major commercial facilities in the city, creates original eco-bagshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363677Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:20:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES川口商工会議所は、市内9つの大型商業施設が連携する「川口モール9」の取り組みとして、各施設のロゴと市内地図を組み合わせたオリジナルエコバッグを5色で3,500個制作し、2026年11月10日以降に配布する。 Enjoy the authentic flavors of specialty shops at home with the convenience of microwave cooking: a completely revamped lineup of hot noodles for fall and winterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363683Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イトーヨーカ堂 has completely revamped the hot noodles in its prepared-food brand “YORK DELI” for fall and winter, rolling them out at 182 stores and aiming for sales of 110% of the previous year’s level. 清水建設 to expand “BONX WORK” to branches nationwide in phases | Video showcases use at its Chiba Branchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363679Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BONX has released a video showcasing the use of “BONX WORK” at 清水建設’s Chiba Branch. 清水建設 introduced the tool to train new employees and strengthen coordination with partner companies, and is using it to advance digital transformation at worksites and improve operational efficiency. The silver-label version of “デンキスイ222,” widely supported by artists and trainees, goes on sale starting Oct. 14, 2026 (Wednesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363684Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:17:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESDATTA株式会社 will launch a silver-label version of its original silica beverage water, “デンキスイ222,” on Oct. 14, 2026. Stripe, Meta and others announce “Personal Agent Protocol,” an open standard for personal AI agents developed jointlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363685Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:15:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESStripe, Meta, Sierra, Genesys, Instinct, Rocket, Shopify, and Walmart have announced “Personal Agent Protocol,” an open standard for personal AI agents that they developed jointly. It enables authentication, permission management, and action visibility, with the v0.1 specification scheduled for release during Oct. 2026. SEVENTEEN’s JOSHUA and ITZY’s RYUJIN to appear as special guests at the Tom Ford Spring/Summer 2027 Runway Beauty event.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363472Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:13:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESトム フォード ビューティ held a media event for its SS27 runway beauty on Oct. 8, with SEVENTEEN’s JOSHUA and ITZY’s RYUJIN appearing as special guests. [UGREEN] With storage prices rising and supply shortages continuing, now is the time to take notice! NAS + HDD sets at special prices during the Fall Living Support Salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363473Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:13:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo address rising storage prices and supply shortages, UGREEN has partnered with HDD brands Seagate, WD, and 東芝 to offer limited-time bundles combining a NAS unit and HDD through its “Fall Living Support Campaign.” [First location in Hyogo!] “Tsukishima Monja Tamotoya,” headquartered in monjayaki’s spiritual home of Tsukishima and known for long lines even at Tokyo Station, opens on Kyowa-dori Shopping Street just steps from Himeji Stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363474Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:11:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KISSUI GROUP will open a new location on Kyowa-dori Shopping Street near Himeji Station on Nov. 6, 2026, marking the first Hyogo location for the popular monjayaki restaurant “Tsukishima Monja Tamotoya,” headquartered in Tokyo’s Tsukishima district. 香芝市 and the Oneness Foundation share expertise to strengthen collaboration in rehabilitation and welfare; exchange views at Nara GARDENhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363479https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363479Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES香芝市 and the Oneness Foundation exchanged views at Nara GARDEN, discussing collaboration among relevant organizations and the sharing of expertise in rehabilitation and welfare. Can sublease properties be sold when ownership changes? “サブリース物件売却くん” to continue its bulk appraisal campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363478https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363478Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フロンティアが運営する「サブリース物件売却くん」は、10月14日に一括査定キャンペーンの継続実施を決定した。本キャンペーンでは、提携する26社へオークション形式の一括査定を依頼し、最高額を提示した仲介業者1社を紹介する仕組みを提供している。 【山崎18年が当たる】税込・送料無料6,980円。「秋の豪運ウイスキーみくじ」789口限定で10月14日発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363477Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アップライジングは、2026年10月14日より「秋の豪運ウイスキーみくじ」を789口限定で販売開始する。価格は1口6,980円（税込・送料無料）で、山崎18年を含む全11銘柄がラインナップされている。 [Survey on meat and meat dishes] Just under 60% eat meat more often than seafood, with a higher proportion among women. “Yakiniku” is the favorite meat dish for approximately 65% of meat eatershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363476Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey on meat and meat dishes conducted by マイボイスコム株式会社 found that just under 60% eat meat more often than seafood, with the proportion higher among women. “Yakiniku” was the favorite meat dish, at approximately 65%. Holding a dietary habit improvement event to support employee health through food: collaborating with 武庫川女子大学 to serve student-designed healthy meals in the company cafeteriahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363475Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHanshin Electric Railway held a dietary habit improvement event in collaboration with 武庫川女子大学, serving student-designed healthy meals in the company cafeteria for 3 days: Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 5. 整体LIGHT 仙台ハピナ名掛丁店 launches beauty-focused chiropractic course, offering facial contouring and posture improvement for ¥1,800 for the first 60 minuteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363480Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:09:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES整体LIGHT 仙台ハピナ名掛丁店 has launched a beauty-focused chiropractic course combining facial contouring and posture improvement. Customers can try it for ¥1,800 for the first 60 minutes, including tax. 株式会社Renew announces its joining the 株式会社i-plug grouphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363481Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:04:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Renew announced that 株式会社i-plug, operator of the new-graduate recruitment service OfferBox, acquired all of its shares and that it joined the group effective Oct. 1, 2026. 株式会社Lupinus opens Singapore office as first step in overseas expansionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363482Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:04:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Lupinus opened a Singapore office on Oct. 1, 2026, as the first step in its overseas expansion. The company will promote support for corporate transformation and business growth in Asian markets. 【宮崎県宮崎市】宮崎公立大学理事長を初公募します！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363483Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:02:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES宮崎公立大学が令和9年4月より初となる理事長を公募する。任期は4年で報酬は年額1,200万円程度。少子化や若者流出に対応し、持続可能な経営基盤の確立と大学の魅力向上を図るため、経営見識のある人物を募集している。 Now showing to rave reviews: Queen: Budapest. Due to popular demand, extended screenings and sing-along screenings have been confirmed at select theaters!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363484Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:01:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing rave reviews for the film Queen: Budapest, extended screenings and special screenings, including sing-along and booming-sound screenings, have been confirmed at select TOHOシネマズ and 立川シネマシティ theaters. [Yokohama] Indulge in a dreamlike atmosphere at a window-side seat with panoramic views of Minato Mirai's dazzling nightscape: MANGIARE YOKOHAMA Luxury Christmas Dinnerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363485Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:52 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベストブライダルが運営する横浜のリストランテ「マンジャーレ ウォーターエッジ YOKOHAMA」で、2026年12月19日から25日まで期間限定で「MANGIARE YOKOHAMA贅沢クリスマスディナー」を提供。窓際席からみなとみらいの夜景を眺めながら、キャビアやフォアグラなどを使用したイタリアンフルコースを1名28,000円～で楽しめる。 Song Kang to reunite with fans in Japan: long-awaited Japanese fan meeting main poster unveiled and ticket reservations open!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363486Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Japanese fan meeting for Song Kang, who plays a pianist in the hit Netflix series Four Hands: The Two Sonatas, has been announced. The 2026 SONG KANG FANMEETING ＜PLAY, SONG KANG＞ IN JAPAN will feature 4 performances in 2 cities, Tokyo and Osaka. The main poster has been unveiled and ticket reservations have opened. Disaster-response support system ALERTON launches for local governmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363487Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エムティーアイ has launched ALERTON, a disaster-response support system for local governments. As its first initiative, it signed an agreement on free use and support with 和歌山県古座川町 on Sept. 18. ＜プラダ ビューティ＞ Four new fragrances, including Prada Olfactory Nylon Noir, inspired by 'nylon,' join the lineup. プラダ's one-of-a-kind collection evolves with new scentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363488Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESプラダ ビューティ will launch a collection of 7 Prada Olfactory fragrances, including 4 new scents inspired by 'nylon,' on Oct. 30, 2026. Round 4 of the CAPCOM Pro Tour 2026 World Warrior Japan tournament will be held on Sunday, Oct. 18!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363489Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESRound 4 of the CAPCOM Pro Tour 2026 World Warrior Japan tournament will be held on Oct. 18, with top finishers eligible to qualify for the world finals. Registration for Round 5 has also opened. 日本初！フルオーケストラ原語本格上演 ハイドン『報われぬ不実』嘘と策略が交差する痛快音楽道化劇。ザ・カレッジ・オペラハウス管弦楽団「第69回定期演奏会」11月8日（日）ザ・カレッジ・オペラハウスhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363490Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES大阪音楽大学ザ・カレッジ・オペラハウス will present the Japan premiere of Haydn's opera The Unrewarded Infidelity in its original language with a full orchestra on Nov. 8, 2026. [Recruiting participants] STATION Ai holds 7th-term mentoring for ACTIVATION Lab, an entrepreneurship development program for working adultshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363491https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363491Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTATION Ai株式会社 is accepting applications through Nov. 1, 2026, for participants in the 7th term of ACTIVATION Lab, an entrepreneurship development program for working adults organized by Aichi Prefecture. The program offers approximately 3 months of individual mentoring free of charge, and 12 participants have started businesses to date. Black soybean season is here: gift sets featuring 丹波黒大豆入り牛乳アイスクリーム, made with Tamba Sasayama black soybeans, and other Tamba treats (6 varieties x 10 pieces) now available at special trial prices on 楽天市場 and Yahoo!ショッピング!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363493https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363493Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社岸本久志商店 has begun selling a gift set containing 10 items across 6 varieties, including 丹波黒大豆入り牛乳アイスクリーム made with black soybeans from Tamba-Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture. The set is available for a limited-time price of ¥3,800 on 楽天市場 and Yahoo!ショッピング. Open innovation facility QUINTBRIDGE wins FCAJ AWARDhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363492https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363492Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESQUINTBRIDGE, an open innovation facility operated by NTT West, won the Future Center category of the FCAJ AWARD, presented by FCAJ. 「地主倶楽部」 releases its first TV commercialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363564Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES地主フィナンシャルアドバイザーズ株式会社 has released its first TV commercial to raise awareness of 「地主倶楽部」, a real estate crowdfunding service that allows investment in land (freehold land) starting from ¥100,000 per unit. Graduation ceremony held for the 3rd cohort of the “Cinderella Rich Therapist Training Course”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363563Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティアラボ held a graduation ceremony for the 3rd cohort of the “Cinderella Rich Therapist Training Course” at 東京マリオットホテル on September 27, 2026, with about 500 people attending from across Japan. The event included a special lecture by instructor Yoshihiro Yamauchi and an introduction to the Bandage Ambassador program. The fusion of Okayama's famous confectionery and art gives rise to 【MUSASHI × 山脇山月堂 collaboration kibidango】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363562Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKibidango created through a collaboration between artist MUSASHI and Okayama confectionery maker 山脇山月堂 has begun test sales ahead of a full-scale launch in winter 2026. The project was realized by 株式会社O-en-gift, bringing art to a traditional confectionery as a new product. きゅうりトマトなすび fully expands its agricultural AI agent series 「ノウノウ」 and releases 「ノウノウMCP」, a platform connecting farm data with external AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363561Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社きゅうりトマトなすび has fully expanded its agriculture-focused AI agent series 「ノウノウ」 and released 「ノウノウMCP」, a platform connecting farm data with external AI. The service has surpassed 40,000 AI interactions to date, and implementation with JA全農 is also scheduled to begin in 2026. Simbian announces new pricing structure for the Japanese markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363560Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSimbian, Inc. announced a new pricing structure for the Japanese market featuring a shared credit system that can be used across multiple AI agents, as well as a 6-month “Intro Pack” that includes onboarding. The company will also expand its partner program and establish a new referral partner program. About 40% of car owners prioritize their attachment to their cars over economic rationality!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363559Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey on car ownership attitudes by 有限会社キングスロード found that even amid rising prices, some car owners prioritize their attachment to their cars, and that tolerance for maintenance costs is high. Palace Hotel Hakone scheduled to open in fall 2029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363558Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パレスホテル、九州電力株式会社、株式会社クラフティアの3社が神奈川県箱根町の旧跡地で進めるホテル建替プロジェクトについて、2026年10月13日に起工式が行われ、2029年秋の開業を予定していることが発表された。 Survey finds that about 50% of people who cosplayed for Halloween had positive feelings about it! More than 60% of them cited “a sense of escape from the everyday” as a feeling they gained through cosplayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363557Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESジー・ブーン株式会社 conducted a survey of people who had cosplayed for Halloween. About 50% reported positive feelings, and more than 60% of that group said they experienced “a sense of escape from the everyday.” In addition, about 45% said they would like to cosplay outside of Halloween, citing “festivals and music events” and “theme parks and leisure facilities” as preferred venues. 【In-person event in Omotesando on Nov. 1】First collaboration between Yosuke Kurashima, author of “AI Time Management,” and Emi Kanda, author of “Relaxing into Yourself.” nanadecor and リニア to hold an experiential workshop on “Sleep × Generative AI” to upgrade your life.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363556Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES有限会社Juliette, operator of the organic cotton brand nanadecor, and the generative AI business school リニア will jointly hold an experiential workshop using sleep and AI at the Omotesando flagship store on November 1, 2026. “Quartile,” exclusively offered in Japan by MBK Digital, wins the “Strategic Localization” category at the Amazon Ads 2026 Partner Awardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363555Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Amazon advertising AI platform “Quartile,” exclusively offered in Japan by 株式会社MBKデジタル, won the “Strategic Localization” category at the Amazon Ads 2026 Partner Awards. The award-winning case involved supporting the international expansion of New Zealand-born brand “Honeysticks.” The recognition highlighted the use of Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) to analyze consumer behavior by region and optimize advertising with AI. Making intimate care more accessible. Experience the lather of the “VIO Brush Ferié” at Panasonic Beauty OMOTESANDO! Limited-time campaign runs Oct. 26 (Mon.)–Nov. 25 (Wed.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363554Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESパナソニック will hold a limited-time campaign at Panasonic Beauty OMOTESANDO from October 26 to November 25, 2026, where visitors can experience the lather of the “VIO Brush Ferié.” Visitors who try it and complete a survey will receive ロリエ products as a gift. Brewed Protein™ fiber selected for works featured in “S|STYLE 2026 – Wardrobe Edition,” a collaboration with Kering Material Innovation Labhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363553Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpiber株式会社 announced that Brewed Protein™ fiber was used in works by designers Srushti Patil and Quine Li for “S|STYLE 2026 – Wardrobe Edition,” created in collaboration with Kering Material Innovation Lab. Halloween for just ¥1,031!? Dream market holds its too-good-to-miss limited-price “ドリマHALLOWEEN祭”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363552Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe outlet store Dream market, operated by 株式会社Trust, will hold its Halloween promotion “Dorima HALLOWEEN Festival” from Oct. 24 to 31, 2026, selling selected items for 1,031 yen. “Feel free to drink from my bottle” on LINE: “AIR bottle keep,” a bottle-keeping service that lets you gift drinks starting from 1 serving, launches Oct. 14 at a venue that opens only on nights without reservationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363551Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社あどばる will launch “AIR bottle keep,” a bottle-keeping service that can be purchased and managed via LINE, on Oct. 14, 2026, at “Pizza & Pasta wine buffet,” which operates only on nights when its private event space “Grade Park” has no reservations. The service tracks the number of drinks digitally without requiring a physical bottle to be left at the venue, and lets users gift drinks to friends or colleagues starting from 1 serving. University co-ops’ “Reading Marathon” gets an app upgrade! Introducing “BOOK MARRY” on Oct. 15, aiming for 10,000 student registrantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363550Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES全国大学生活協同組合連合会は、学生の読書活動を支援する「読書マラソン」の仕組みを2026年10月15日よりスマートフォンアプリ「BOOK MARRY」に移行すると発表した。日本事務器株式会社が提供する本アプリのカスタマイズ版を導入し、エントリー学生1万人を目指して読書習慣の定着とコミュニティ形成を推進する。 “No one can beat how much I love you!” A new gacha arrives in “Sugar Doll”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363549Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グローバルギア launched the premium gacha “ALWAYS WITH YOU vol.1” in its dress-up and raising game “Sugar Doll” on Oct. 14, 2026. Limited-time packs also went on sale. 長野県信用組合 adopts セイコーソリューションズ’ financial institution service, “Loan Cloud Platform: Corporate Transactions Service and Electronic Contract Service”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363548Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES長野県信用組合 has adopted セイコーソリューションズ’ financial institution service, “Loan Cloud Platform: Corporate Transactions Service and Electronic Contract Service,” and plans to begin using it during fiscal 2026. [サバース] Significantly expands its selection of pink diamonds from Southern Africa. PINK Diamond from Southern Africa: “サバース,” ethical, highest-quality diamonds from Southern Africahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363547Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“サバース,” the ethical diamond brand from Southern Africa promoted by the 100-year-old UCHIHARA Group, is significantly expanding its selection of pink diamonds from Southern Africa, whose rarity has increased since the closure of Australia’s Argyle mine. The diamonds will go on display at a “bonded exhibition” authorized by 東京税関 starting in October 2026. Profits launches “LaTTUNE,” a new soundproof rental housing brand that designs home value around everyday challengeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363546Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プロフィッツ launched “LaTTUNE,” a new rental housing brand with soundproofing features, and began accepting applications from prospective tenants for its first property, “LaTTUNE Bunkyo Koishikawa,” on Oct. 8, 2026. [Contributing to the development of local communities and the nurturing of the next generation] First appearance at “Mini Yokohama City 2026: A Town Made by Children, for Children”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363545Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社小野測器 made its first appearance at “Mini Yokohama City 2026,” held in Yokohama on Sept. 26 and 27, 2026, offering hands-on activities using its high-performance sound level meter, the LA-7700. “This year, I want to aim even higher”: Kazushige Kuboki talks about his aspirations for the World Championshipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363544Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKazushige Kuboki, a cycling athlete supported by 株式会社JPF, spoke about his aspirations for the TISSOT UCI Track World Championships, to be held in Shanghai, China, in October 2026. [Hamamatsu and Lake Hamana area] Courtyard and hammock by day, a theater-like atmosphere at night—a former model home by a design housing company becomes a whole-house rental stay. “PRIVATE STAY Lake Hamana” opens (up to 6 guests; parking for 2 cars)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363543Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LIFEFUND opened a former model home in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, as the whole-house vacation rental “PRIVATE STAY Lake Hamana” on Sept. 29, 2026. It can accommodate up to 6 guests, and reservations are accepted through Airbnb. [Hosted by Delight on Nov. 10] CyberAgent CHO 曽山哲人 to speak | “HR Funnel Summit 2026 Autumn,” a major conference for recruitment professionals featuring 14 companies, set to take placehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363542https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363542Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Delight will hold the online conference “HR Funnel Summit 2026 Autumn” on Nov. 10, 2026. The keynote will feature CyberAgent CHO 曽山哲人, with discussions on the current state of recruitment and the use of AI. Sponsorship announcement for the urban sports festival “YOKOHAMA URBAN SPORTS FESTIVAL ’26”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363541Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサミー株式会社 will sponsor “YOKOHAMA URBAN SPORTS FESTIVAL ’26,” an urban sports festival to be held at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse on October 17 and 18, 2026, and will set up a Texas hold’em experience booth featuring the poker app “m HOLD’EM.” Expanding to Kansai following the response to the Tokyo event. Regional medical collaboration exchange event “MedicallianceDAY 2026 in OSAKA” to be held for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363540Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ギミック will hold the regional medical collaboration exchange event “メディカライアンスデー 2026 in OSAKA” for the first time in Osaka on October 24, 2026, following the response to the Tokyo event. “塾選” to hold its 3rd “Exam-Taker Encouragement Senryu” contest, inviting “words of encouragement” for exam-takers in a five-seven-five syllable formathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363539Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DeltaX, operator of the cram school search site “塾選,” will launch its 3rd “Exam-Taker Encouragement Senryu” campaign on October 14, 2026. It is seeking senryu poems in a five-seven-five syllable format, with prizes including an Amazon gift card worth 30,000 yen for the grand prize winner. 株式会社紀陽銀行 adopts “Knowledge Work AI Sales Meeting Records” and begins trial of “Knowledge Work AI Sales Role-Play” ～Promoting more advanced sales and greater operational efficiency through AI～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363538Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナレッジワーク announced that 株式会社紀陽銀行 has adopted “Knowledge Work AI Sales Meeting Records” and begun trialing “Knowledge Work AI Sales Role-Play” to advance sales operations and improve efficiency. Dramatically strengthen your core for winning. The ultimate weighted vest to wear under your clotheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363537Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YOCABITO will begin selling a soft weighted vest in early October 2026 under its home gym brand LEADING EDGE. The new item addresses the pain and hygiene issues associated with conventional iron plate and iron sand weights, and features an ultrathin design and machine-washable construction. UNIQLO highlights 4 years of “PEACE FOR ALL” and a growing circle of support around the worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363536Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUNIQLO held an event in Singapore highlighting 4 years of its charity T-shirt project “PEACE FOR ALL,” reporting total donations of more than 3.5 billion yen and approximately 11.84 million shirts sold. The company also announced details of new support activities in Singapore and new T-shirt designs. [New store opening] LOWYA to open its first physical store in Kumamoto Prefecture at アミュプラザくまもと in spring 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363535Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベガコーポレーション announced that it will open a physical store for its furniture and interiors brand LOWYA at アミュプラザくまもと in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, in spring 2027. This summer, 37,000 “Shiomaru” packs were distributed free of charge at leisure facilities and children’s cafeterias. Children were delighted, saying, “It’s not salty!”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363534Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサラヤ株式会社 distributed 37,000 “Shiomaru” packs free of charge at leisure facilities and children’s cafeterias in summer 2026. Grand prize winners announced for both Tokyo and Nagoya events of the “Yumekatari Student Generative AI Contest 2026”! ～Student ideas addressing social issues converge in 2 cities～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363533Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGrand prize winners have been selected at the Tokyo and Nagoya events of the “Yumekatari Student Generative AI Contest 2026,” co-hosted by 株式会社新東通信 and 共同ピーアール株式会社. The contest received 130 entries from across Japan, with winning ideas covering disaster response, healthcare and sports support. “Sapporo Christmas Factory Jumbo Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2026” to be held! A special night as a giant tree approximately 15 m tall is bathed in enchanting lighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363532Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサッポロ不動産開発株式会社 will hold the “Jumbo Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2026” at サッポロファクトリー on November 3. Approximately 50,000 LED lights will adorn a Sakhalin fir approximately 15 m tall. 【青山フラワーマーケット】水仕事に悩む花屋が作ったハンドクリームにヒノキの香りが登場。10月23日（金）より発売！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363531Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES青山フラワーマーケット, operated by 株式会社パーク・コーポレーション, will release a new “Hand Cream Hinoki,” developed for florists, on October 23, 2026. Serverworks named a Select partner in the “Claude Partner Network”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363530Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサーバーワークス has been named a Select partner in Anthropic’s Claude Partner Network Services Track. Survey examines body odor among people concerned about odorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363529Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファイントゥデイ surveyed 106 women in their 20s to 50s living in the Tokyo metropolitan area about concerns over underarm odor, finding that half had a “spice-like” odor. It also developed a machine-learning model combining odor sensor data and sensory evaluations, and confirmed an accuracy rate of more than 80% in identifying “spice-like” odors. Study examines the impact of visual information on the sense of smellhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363528Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファイントゥデイ and Kyoto Institute of Technology investigated how visual information affects the pleasantness of smell and presented their findings at the Japanese Society of Taste and Odor and the Japan Society of Kansei Engineering. 株式会社i-plug makes 株式会社Renew, which operates a long-term internship business, a wholly owned subsidiary and brings it into the grouphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363527Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社i-plug acquired all shares of 株式会社Renew, which operates a long-term internship business, and made it a wholly owned subsidiary (bringing it into the group) effective October 1, 2026. 【京都府福知山市×One人事】約2,500人の職員を対象にLGWAN対応の人事DXを推進https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363526Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOne人事株式会社は、京都府福知山市が約2,500人の職員を対象にクラウド型HR SaaS「One人事」を導入し、人事・労務業務のデジタル化を推進していることを発表した。 310 hospitals nationwide respond: “Third Survey on Hospital Management Challenges 2026” highlights difficult business conditions as spending increases outpace revenue growthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363525https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363525Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本能率協会 announced the results of the “Third Survey on Hospital Management Challenges 2026,” which received responses from 310 hospitals nationwide. The findings highlighted worsening business conditions as spending increases outpaced revenue growth, with the effects of the domestic economy and rising personnel and other expenses emerging as challenges. They also showed that while hospital digital transformation is considered important and widely pursued, the rate of hospitals reporting tangible benefits is low, and progress on measures for 2040 remains limited. 【Turning monthly survey results into action】Launch of a pulse survey management planhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363524https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363524Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESフラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has launched its “Pulse Survey Management Plan,” which supports companies in deciding on initiatives for the following month based on monthly survey results from its corporate health management support service, “BODY PALETTE.” 秋の実りをいただき、心と体を癒す。 薬に頼りすぎない暮らしへドイツで受け継がれるセルフケアの知恵を365日分収録『1日1つ免疫力を育てる ドイツの森の薬箱365』10/14発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363523https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363523Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社高橋書店は、森ウェンツェル明華著の『1日1つ免疫力を育てる ドイツの森の薬箱365』を2026年10月14日に発売した。ドイツの自然療法に基づき、ハーブや食養生などで免疫力を高めるセルフケア法を365日分紹介する書籍。 How far can you consult generative AI about inheritance? A lawyer and Toru Tamagawa consider “Inheritance Advice in the Age of Generative AI” | Authense法律事務所https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363522Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAttorney Keiichi Suzuki of Authense法律事務所 will appear on the TOKYO FM program “Radio no Tamakawa,” airing October 15, 2026, to explain the possibilities and limitations of using generative AI for inheritance advice. “NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB 1st FAN MEETING ~ HELLO, DAY_AND ~” 2nd round of fan club presale lottery applications opens today, 10/14 (Wed), at 18:00!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363521Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of NOWZ’s first fan meeting in Japan, “NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB 1st FAN MEETING ~ HELLO, DAY_AND ~,” and the opening of applications for the 2nd round of the fan club presale lottery. “PARK JINYOUNG 1ST CONCERT TOUR [CODE#] IN JAPAN” general ticket presale (first come, first served) opens today, 10/14 (Wed), at 18:00!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363520Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPresale ticket applications have opened for the Osaka and Tokyo shows of Park Jinyoung’s solo concert tour, “PARK JINYOUNG 1ST CONCERT TOUR [CODE#] IN JAPAN.” Artist Yuri Kuroda’s “Ookami-chan” makes its first appearance at Barneys New York. A pop-up event featuring 36 figures is coming!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363519Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バーニーズ・ジャパン will hold a pop-up event for artist Yuri Kuroda’s “Ookami-chan” at Barneys New York Ginza flagship store from October 27 to November 2, 2026. The theme is “Journey,” and 36 Ookami-chan figures will gather, including 1 specially designed figure. Rental service launches for “KBX-P51,” an IP radio with automatic translation for callshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363518https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363518Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アクティオ will begin renting the “KBX-P51,” an IP radio made by JVCKENWOOD that supports automatic translation in 27 languages, on October 14, 2026. A super-sized plush toy from the anime “My Hero Academia” is here! Orders open for the “Super BIG! Squeeze-Hug Plush,” measuring over approximately 1 m in length, made exclusively to orderhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363517Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES粧美堂株式会社 will release the “Super BIG! Squeeze-Hug Plush,” a plush toy from the anime “My Hero Academia” measuring over approximately 1 m in length, made exclusively to order. It is priced at ¥44,000, with orders opening on October 14, 2026, and release planned for March 2027. [Reservations now open] Account opening applications now being accepted! An introductory guide to building education funds to ease concerns about education costs with “Kodomo NISA,” How to Get Started with Kodomo NISA, goes on sale Friday, Nov. 6!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363516Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社西東社 will release How to Get Started with Kodomo NISA, an introductory guide to the system and ways to use Kodomo NISA, on Nov. 6, 2026. It is supervised by financial planner Yoko Yagi. PINE’S COFFEE ROASTER, a cafe with an adjoining roastery, to open on Awaji Island in April 2027! Hawaiian breakfast unveiled, with breakfast offerings in collaboration with SHOGUN BURGER also confirmedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363515https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363515Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPINE’S COFFEE ROASTER, produced by 株式会社トランジットクリエイティブ and operated by 株式会社トランジットオペレーションサービス, will open in April 2027 inside the hotel edit x seven 淡路島 on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture. Hawaiian breakfast offerings have been unveiled, and a breakfast collaboration with SHOGUN BURGER has also been confirmed. Bywill and 旭タンカー launch large-scale demonstration project comparing wakame seaweed cultivation under changing environmental conditions and creating blue carbonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363514https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363514Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バイウィル and 旭タンカー will launch a large-scale demonstration project in the waters off Tokushima Prefecture to compare wakame seaweed cultivation and create blue carbon, after being selected by the Ministry of the Environment. [Osaka, Ogimachi] A lantern event spanning generations, sending the spirit of Shichi-Go-San into the night sky. “Ogimachi Lantern Festa vol.5: Lighting Wishes on an Autumn Night” set for Saturday, Nov. 14.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363513https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363513Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Ogimachi Lantern Festa vol.5,” operated by 株式会社TryHard Japan and others, will be held at Ogimachi Park in Kita Ward, Osaka, on Nov. 14, 2026. The family-friendly event features the launch of sky lanterns themed around Shichi-Go-San, and tickets go on sale Oct. 17. IP Infusion brings network OS “OcNOS®” support to Broadcom “Tomahawk 6”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363512https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363512Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESIP Infusion announced plans to make its network OS “OcNOS®” compatible with Broadcom’s next-generation switch silicon “Tomahawk 6.” The move is expected to provide hyperscalers and data center operators with an open-platform operating environment delivering 102.4 Tbps of bandwidth while reducing costs. [AP LAB / KACHIKA] Kitchen, storage and workspace items! Popular products up to 38% off during Amazon’s “Prime Thanksgiving Sale”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363511https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363511Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SynaBiz（株式会社オークファン100％子会社）が展開するプライベートブランド「AP LAB」と「KACHIKA」は、Amazon「プライム感謝祭」に参加し、キッチンマットやオフィスチェアなど人気商品を最大38％OFFまたは1万円以上値引きで販売する。 A 1/6-scale Spinosaurus statue based on the film Jurassic Park IIIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363510https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363510Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プライム1スタジオ announced the release of a 1/6-scale statue of the Spinosaurus from the film Jurassic Park III, part of the Legacy Museum Collection under its high-end brand PRIME 1 STATUE. Reservations open Oct. 14, with the release scheduled for March-June 2028. アイリッジ to exhibit at “Japan IT Week Autumn: Software Development and Development Support Expo”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363509https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363509Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイリッジ will exhibit at “Japan IT Week Autumn: Software Development and Development Support Expo,” taking place at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21 to 23, 2026. The main booth will showcase the app business platform “APPBOX,” while a dedicated Co-Assign booth will present the assignment management tool “Co-Assign” and offer demonstrations. [ハンズ渋谷店] “Graveyard Ascension Record Kaiji POP UP STORE at ハンズ渋谷店”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363508https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363508Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハンズ will hold the “Graveyard Ascension Record Kaiji POP UP STORE” at ハンズ渋谷店 starting Oct. 14, 2026, selling 30th-anniversary merchandise and original artwork by Nobuyuki Fukumoto. [Sint-Truiden] Sponsorship agreement signed with 株式会社よきあすhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363507https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363507Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTVV has signed a corporate sponsorship agreement with 株式会社よきあす for the 2026-2027 season. Joint industry-academia research project, “Social Implementation of High-Field Pulsed Sterilization Technology That Does Not Degrade Food Quality,” selected for FY Reiwa 8 JST A-STEP Industry-Academia Collaboration Stage IIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363506https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363506Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe industry-academia joint research project “Social Implementation of High-Electric-Field Pulse Sterilization Technology That Does Not Degrade Food Quality,” conducted by キユーピー株式会社, 熊本大学, 岩井機械工業株式会社 and 熊本県酪農業協同組合連合会, has been selected for JST A-STEP’s 令和8年度 Industry-Academia Collaborative Stage II. The project aims to develop a practical PEF sterilization device capable of processing liquid eggs and milk at a flow rate of 100L/hour. “Rakuten Pay” now accepted at the “K’s Denki Online Shop”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363505https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363505Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES楽天ペイメント has introduced its cashless payment service “Rakuten Pay” at the “K’s Denki Online Shop,” operated by ケーズホールディングス, making it available from today. As part of a co-creation project between Sumitomo Life and Famiwan, a visiting lesson on sex education was held at Futamata Elementary School in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363504https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-15/index-en-p3.html#n3363504Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミワン held an online visiting lesson on sex education at Futamata Elementary School in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture, in September 2026 as part of a co-creation project with 住友生命保険相互会社.