[To be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2026] The 7th Architectural AI Management Study Group focuses on “Business Planning × AI” — President Hiroto Shimizu of ひかり工務店 to speak as guest
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The 7th Architectural AI Management Study Group, hosted by 株式会社LIFEFUND, will be held on November 25, 2026, with “Business Planning × AI” as its theme. Hiroto Shimizu, president of ひかり工務店, will deliver a special lecture.
ウェルネスダイニング株式会社 announced the results of a survey on osechi cuisine conducted among 300 men and women across Japan. Chestnut paste ranked No. 1 among favorite ingredients, followed by roast beef in No. 2 and herring roe in No. 3. Black beans were the ingredient most often left uneaten, while concern about salt intake ranked highest among health-related concerns.
Facts
300 men and women nationwide
23.3% (70 people) said they “do not eat osechi cuisine”
Chestnut paste ranked No. 1 with 39.7%
“Chestnut paste (21.7%)”
“Roast beef (17.0%)”
“Herring roe (13.9%)”
36.5%. Among ingredients that are often left uneaten,
black beans ranked highest at 15.2%
It was 40.9%. Regarding osechi, which ushers in the New Year,
Resolve concerns over repeated unauthorized access and information leaks in 24 hours. Campaign for “Web Vulnerability Quick Scan,” a Web application vulnerability assessment available for ¥100,000 on the same day, launched for a limited time through the end of the year
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シースリーレーヴ株式会社 is launching a campaign available through the end of the year for its Web application vulnerability assessment service, “即チェック Web脆弱性クイックスキャン.” The service is offered for a special price of ¥100,000, compared with the regular price of ¥150,000. Benefits include delivery of a report within 24 hours of payment confirmation and a free online meeting if a critical vulnerability is detected.
Enjoy stargazing alongside a special exhibition and feel even more captivated by the universe: “Star Viewing Event,” a related event for “ポケモン天文台,” to be held at 豊橋市自然史博物館
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As part of the special exhibition “ポケモン天文台,” currently being held at 豊橋市自然史博物館, the “Star Viewing Event” will take place on October 17 and November 21.
Facts
It runs through December 6, 2026
The event will be held on Saturday, October 17, and Saturday, November 21
Date and time: Saturday, October 17, 2026, and Saturday, November 21, 18:00–19:00
Same-day tickets: Adults ¥1,000
Elementary and junior high school students: 300 yen
Web tickets: Adults ¥840
Elementary and junior high school students: 250 yen
The museum will remain open until 21:00 after its regular closing time
Peace of mind for 800 people on shelter floors: Strengthening disaster preparedness through corporate hometown tax donations
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親和パッケージ株式会社 donated 800 portable air mats and 10 pumps to Tateyama City as an in-kind contribution through the corporate hometown tax donation program. The items will be used to strengthen disaster preparedness.
ExaBase AI launches OpenAI’s “GPT-6 Astra,” “GPT-6 Sol” and “GPT-6 Luna”
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株式会社Exa Enterprise AI has begun offering OpenAI’s 3 new models, “GPT-6 Astra,” “GPT-6 Sol” and “GPT-6 Luna,” through its business generative AI service, “エクサベース AI.”
NEVERLAND to exhibit and sell vintage T-shirts printed with photographs by Peter Lindbergh and Bruce Weber at “VCM VINTAGE MARKET”
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NEVERLAND will exhibit and sell approximately 200 vintage T-shirts featuring photographs by Peter Lindbergh and Bruce Weber at “VCM VINTAGE MARKET Vol.9.”
GTM Port launches support to systematize overseas business development “through to appointment setting” — identifying prospects among overseas distributors and customers and connecting them to business meetings
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GTM Port株式会社 has launched a service to support overseas business development for business-to-business companies. It identifies distributors and customers they want to speak with, approaches them in English, and handles arrangements through to setting up business meetings.
Facts
“Sales” (49.3%)
85.2% said they “lack” personnel responsible for overseas expansion
Capital: 1 million yen
We will send you an Amazon gift card worth ¥10,000
A night garden story enveloped by the moon and stars. British brand Fable England to launch its new “Selene” collection on October 13
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British brand Fable England launched its new “Selene: The Night Garden” collection on October 13 as the final chapter of its 2026 Fall/Winter collection, “Divine Nature.”
“SUPER ACT,” an LLMO/AIO analysis tool, begins supporting generative AI optimization for Kashiwa City local information media “かしわっぷ”
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株式会社プラッタ has begun providing generative AI optimization support for Kashiwa City local information media outlet Kashiwappu, using its in-house LLMO and AIO analysis tool, SUPER ACT. The company analyzes mentions and recommendations across 5 major generative AI platforms and supports content improvements.
【Definer】Putting an end to DX misfires with patented technology! SANUS AI provides end-to-end business automation and risk detection
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株式会社Definer has launched AI DX Manager, a new feature for SANUS AI, an AI SaaS product for listed companies and companies preparing for an IPO. The feature uses 2 patented technologies to automatically manage and direct the entire process, from identifying latent organizational risks and prioritizing DX initiatives to generating prompts for implementation on the ground.
neumo’s Hearing Check has been adopted as one of the measurement items in Shibuya Ward’s Frailty Health Check.
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Hearing Check, developed by 株式会社neumo, has been adopted as a measurement item in the Shibuya Ward Frailty Health Check, operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s Shibuya Ward and 東急不動産株式会社.
Get migration advice directly from 沼津市 staff in Tokyo!
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沼津市 will take part in the Shizuoka Gurashi Consultation Fair, featuring 10 cities and 2 towns in Shizuoka Prefecture, and provide migration consultations in Tokyo.
【New report now available】INDUSTRIAL-X begins sales of Space Market Data Book 2026-2050, helping businesses apply publicly available data to planning and investment decisions
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株式会社INDUSTRIAL-X published Space Market Data Book 2026-2050 on October 15, 2026, the 3rd report in its series of studies on Japan’s space market. Based on publicly available data, including the FY2026 space-related budget and the increase in satellite launches, the report provides an analytical framework for business planning and investment decisions.
Facts
Reached 1.0446 trillion yen in FY2026
Surged approximately 20.8 times over the past 10 years (2016–2025)
Dynamic Map Platform to speak at an online corporate briefing for individual investors on October 28, outlining its growth strategy in autonomous driving and physical AI
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ダイナミックマッププラットフォーム株式会社 will speak at an online investor relations briefing for individual investors hosted by 株式会社SBI証券 on October 28, 2026, and explain its growth strategy in autonomous driving and physical AI.
内閣官房 to speak at the 5th Small Towns, Future Forum event, bringing together municipal employees from communities with populations of up to 50,000; free event on October 16
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The Small Towns, Future Forum, a community for municipal employees from communities with populations of up to 50,000, will hold its 5th event online on October 16, 2026. The program includes a confirmed speaker from 内閣官房 and case studies from 山梨県丹波山村 and Yamanashi City.
Office Busters supports expansion of Asahi Building Wall’s head office 4th floor, helping turn the “brackish water zone” concept into furniture selection and installation through furniture procurement and phased implementation
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株式会社オフィスバスターズ provided furniture selection and procurement, as well as phased implementation support, for Asahi Building Wall’s head office 4th-floor expansion project. The approximately 105-tsubo space was designed around the “brackish water zone” concept, with オカムラ furniture and rental furniture used to assess how the space was used before making final selections.
“It was finished, but we couldn’t release it.” An interview on the approximately 1-year journey from no development experience to the official launch of solo婚
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シースリーレーヴ株式会社 has published an interview about developing solo婚, a matching service specializing in living-apart-together marriages, offered by 合同会社トライエース. The company, led by CEO Akito Suzuki, who had no prior development experience, built an initial version in approximately 4 months. After facing challenges including failing app store reviews and rejection by 4 payment companies, it officially launched as a web service on September 1, 2026.
Facts
Started looking for a development company in September 2025
The initial version was completed in approximately 4 months
Including failing to pass reviews by 4 payment companies
solo婚 officially launched on September 1, 2026
A survey of 200 unmarried men and women in their 30s and 40s
Approximately 60% said they were “anxious about living together after marriage”
Approximately 65% said “living apart after marriage is also an option”
HR and labor management × AI: A free release of Next-Generation Back Office Fest Magazine, bringing together how 14 leading SaaS companies put their products to use
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株式会社TECO Design has made CLOUD FEST REPORT (Fest Magazine, Issue 4), covering its online event Next-Generation Back Office Fest held in September 2026, available for free. The magazine introduces systems and services from 14 companies in HR, labor management, and back-office fields, along with their uses of AI and a Q&A.
Cellato, home of the world’s most expensive ice cream, to set up shop at “Lamborghini Golf Invitational,” an invitation-only golf event hosted by Lamborghini Wine
[November 5, free to attend] Calling all companies that employ foreign nationals! H-CUBE法律事務所 announces seminar on “How to determine job duties for each status of residence to prevent facilitating illegal employment”
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H-CUBE法律事務所 will hold a free online seminar on November 5, 2026, for business owners and HR and labor affairs personnel at companies employing foreign nationals, covering the risks of the crime of facilitating illegal employment and job duties associated with each status of residence.
Facts
Starting at 13:30 on Thursday, November 5, 2026
Date and time: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 13:30–14:30
Participation fee: Free
Legal consultation on employing foreign nationals (30 minutes)
Discount on status of residence applications for employees (1 person)
Breaking away from labor-intensive operations. ATTIVITA relaunches “byLegal” and “Lawyers Knowledge” in tandem, an ecosystem that turns corporate legal knowledge into an asset
株式会社プテロン・コンサルティング held a half-year kickoff for all employees on August 28, 2026, sharing the promotion of a “mind-driven” approach and “overcoming challenges together” as themes for the second half of the year.
“NEO” selected for the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise New Market Development Support Program, through which （公財）東京都中小企業振興公社 supports outstanding products, technologies and services developed by small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo
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NEO, a conversational structuring AI agent developed by フラグメント株式会社, has been selected for a support program run by （公財）東京都中小企業振興公社. It was officially released on June 24, 2026, and an information session for business navigators was held on October 5.
株式会社Ｉｓｈａｒｅ has released the results of its “Ishare Investor Survey 2026 Q2,” conducted among individual investors. The survey found that more avid investors are more likely to have passed on a decision due to a lack of information, with the main issue being uncertainty about “why buy now,” rather than “finding materials.” It also found that missed opportunities are concentrated in small- and mid-cap stocks, and that challenges vary by company size.
West Nusa Tenggara provincial government and 3eee hold talks to strengthen cooperation on workforce training and employment support for Japan
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株式会社3eee and PT. THREE INDONESIA GROUP held talks with the West Nusa Tenggara provincial government in Indonesia on October 6, 2026, and agreed to strengthen cooperation on workforce training and employment support for Japan. Discussions focused in particular on pre-departure training for bus drivers and establishing a workforce circulation model centered on Hokkaido.
Facts
October 6, 2026
Original1億3,300万円
August 26, 2010
Companies mentioned：株式会社3eee、PT. THREE INDONESIA GROUP
[Opening in the city that never sleeps, Kabukicho] “Shinjuku Sumo Stable Kabukicho,” a premium sumo experience venue for international visitors, opens October 14
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Mediabound株式会社 will open “Shinjuku Sumo Stable Kabukicho,” a sumo experience venue for international visitors, in Tokyo’s Kabukicho district on October 14, 2026. The approximately 90-minute program offers opportunities to interact with sumo wrestlers and learn about the sport’s history. Reservations are available through GetYourGuide, Klook and Viator.
リチェルカ to exhibit and speak at “AI and Artificial Intelligence Expo”
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株式会社リチェルカ will exhibit at “NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn], 7th AI and Artificial Intelligence Expo,” to be held at Makuhari Messe from November 11 to 13, 2026, with a demonstration of its Agentic ERP “RECERQA” and a seminar. CEO and Representative Director Shotaro Umeda will also speak at an organizer-hosted seminar.
“Laser Search System Using Retroreflective QR Codes” to be presented at Japan-India public-private defense industry forum
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NPO法人光探索協会 is developing and promoting a laser search system using retroreflective variable QR codes, and is organizing the “National Drone Laser Search Team” in cooperation with APEX株式会社 and SMGコンサルタント株式会社.
Facts
Tens of thousands of victims and pets are expected to be swept away
Searches are possible to depths of 10 m underwater
More than a hundred drone laser surveying companies operate nationwide.
Chika Yoshida of the YouTube channel “バイリンガール英会話” opened “Bilingual Chika Academy,” an English-learning service co-developed with 株式会社Morrow World, on September 14, 2026.
Facts
1.57 million subscribers
More than 1,300 realistic English videos
Delivered on YouTube for 15 years
Opened on Monday, September 14, 2026
1,100 yen per month, tax included
Enrollment period: 3 months or longer
First cohort (approximately 15 people)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Morrow World、イングリード、バイリンガール英会話、国連、Google、Morrow World Pty Ltd.、Morrow World Consulting Pty Ltd.
A new idea to accelerate business growth: From “individual care” to “organizational growth.” Launch of the organizational analysis survey 『組織力向上Navigator』, which visualizes, based on employee feedback, the organizational conditions that drive corporate growth
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株式会社日本経営 launched 『組織力向上Navigator』 in October 2026, an employee survey-based system that quantifies and analyzes organizational conditions for small and midsize businesses, hospitals, and welfare facilities.
Facts
Officially launched in October 2026
Benchmarking feature to be added around December 2026
株式会社セイコー・エステート＆ディベロップメント will hold a nursing home investment seminar in Fukuoka on October 24, 2026. The seminar will explain long-term rental income through a 30-year master lease, demand analysis based on population data from 総務省統計局, and risk management.
Facts
From 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026
Capacity: 50 people
Explained in 90 minutes
Annual rental income of around 10 million yen
30-year master lease
They accounted for 29.4% of the total population
The population aged 65 and older in 2025 was 36.19 million
AeyeScan named a “Leader” for the 9th consecutive quarter in the “Vulnerability Assessment Tools/Services” category of the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”
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株式会社エーアイセキュリティラボ’s cloud-based web application vulnerability assessment tool “AeyeScan” was named a “Leader” for the 9th consecutive quarter in the “Vulnerability Assessment Tools/Services” category of the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.”
[Achieved 464% of its target on Makuake] Yu Suzuki-supervised fasting coffee “EMPTY CHARGE” goes on sale to the general public today
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“EMPTY CHARGE,” a fasting coffee from “PALEO LABO,” a brand supervised by Yu Suzuki and operated by 株式会社CORES, achieved 464% of its target on Makuake before going on sale to the general public on October 14, 2026.
株式会社リーピー to exhibit for the 2nd consecutive year at “しんきんビジネスマッチング ビジネスフェア2026,” showcasing a recruitment outsourcing service that addresses labor shortages at regional businesses
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株式会社リーピー will exhibit for the 2nd consecutive year at “しんきんビジネスマッチング ビジネスフェア2026,” taking place on November 12, 2026, and showcase “リープ・リクルーティング,” a recruitment outsourcing service that addresses labor shortages at regional businesses.
GBP announces support for primary frequency response with Janitza’s “high-speed frequency meter,” an alternative to transducers
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GBP株式会社 announced that Janitza’s high-speed frequency meter “UMG 604-PRO” now supports frequency measurement for primary frequency response. It is being offered as an alternative to transducers, with features including data updates every 100ms.
[Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sign-up through 10/19] Professional-grade “Xiser Pro Trainer” stepper available at a special price! Unlimited continuous use and a 181kg weight capacity for serious at-home workouts in the colder months
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ONO貿易株式会社 will sell the U.S.-made “Xiser Pro Trainer” stepper at a special price during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
Detect retaining wall and slope failures early without visiting the site. “Retaining Wall and Slope Inclination Monitoring App” added to BizStack
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MODE, Inc. has added the “Retaining Wall and Slope Inclination Monitoring App” to BizStack to remotely monitor the inclination of retaining walls and slope walls at construction sites 24 hours a day. It integrates with ソナス株式会社’s wireless inclination monitoring system to detect abnormalities early and support safety management.
ZETA sponsors Setagaya Art Town 2026 『三茶de大道芸』, supporting local cultural and artistic activities
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ZETA株式会社 is sponsoring Setagaya Art Town 2026 『三茶de大道芸』, taking place on October 17 and 18, 2026, and contributing to support for local cultural and artistic activities and regional revitalization.
A hit on social media! 『おやすみヒルダ』 Volume 1 goes on sale, a heartrending tale of pure love between a demon king who lives for 一万年 and a human lover, portraying the painful lifespan gap between different species
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株式会社秋田書店 announced that Volume 1 of 『おやすみヒルダ』, currently serialized on the manga website “Souffle,” will go on sale on October 15, 2026.
[Exclusive to ABCマート] Vans gives its classic models autumn-winter materials and colors.倉沢杏菜, who says she has worn Vans since her school days, makes her debut as a campaign model for Vans “Fall Collection”
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ABCマート will launch Vans’ fall-winter collection “Fall Collection” on October 15, 2026. 倉沢杏菜 will serve as the model, and a campaign offering autographed merchandise to eligible purchasers will also be held.
“I’m not worried about old age at all now” — essayist Emiko Inagaki’s unconventional guide to preparing for old age, 『死ぬ練習帖』, goes on sale today!
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株式会社文藝春秋 released essayist Emiko Inagaki’s new book 『死ぬ練習帖』 on October 15, 2026. The book explores old age and death, offering advice on how to “enjoy the descent” through life.
Survey on breaks at work: Only about 1割 of respondents feel that their breaks adequately meet what they consider important. What today’s workers want most from a break is “a mental reset.”
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A survey on breaks at work conducted by 森永乳業 found that only about 1割 of respondents feel their breaks adequately meet what they consider important, and that what today’s workers want most is “a mental reset.”
Facts
500 company employees nationwide
11.4% said they were fully satisfied
64.6% said they sometimes feel they have not had enough rest
[aimブライダル] Make special memories with your beloved family pet. Wedding photography with charitable donations now available as part of a “Dog Day” campaign
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Wedding photography brand “aim” is launching its “Pet Wedding Photography Plan,” which allows customers to take photos with their dogs, in conjunction with “Dog Day” on November 1. The plan supports animal welfare activities, with 500 yen from the 5,000-yen optional fee donated to a charitable organization.
[Up to 20% OFF] “aim” launches its October bridal campaign, featuring a sophisticated aesthetic and the latest dresses!
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The photo studio “aim,” operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, has launched a bridal campaign running for October 2024 only. Offers include up to 20% off all plans and free outfit try-on sessions.
Facts
Up to 20% OFF
5,000 yen off
An additional ¥10,000 off
Oct. 2024
Companies mentioned：有限会社三景スタジオ、aim、SACHIKO TSUTSUI、SERINA BRIDAL、ISAMU MORITA BRIDE、KIYOKO HATA
[aim Harajuku Store] The limited-time “Autumn Bridal Fair” opens at the Harajuku store in October! Enjoy exclusive offers, including 100,000 yen off wedding plans and 10% off solo weddings!
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aim東京原宿店, the photo studio operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, is holding its “Autumn Bridal Fair” for October only. Offers include 100,000 yen off wedding plans for bookings for shoots from January onward, and 10% off all solo wedding plans.
Miho Watanabe, Masahiro Sunada, Rina Asakawa and Masashi Ikeda star together in the drama “嘘をついた私たち,” with Episode 2 airing tonight! Sakura (Miho Watanabe) witnesses her boyfriend Mita (Masahiro Sunada) with Suzu (Rina Asakawa)! She tells Mino (Masashi Ikeda), but…
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A press release with the synopsis and program information for Episode 2 of the drama “嘘をついた私たち,” currently airing on TV Osaka.
The latest issue of DIME features a major special on the “Ultraman Series” 60th anniversary! The bonus item is an “Ultraman Extra-Wide Clear File”
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The December issue of DIME features a major special commemorating the 60th anniversary of the “Ultraman Series,” along with a second feature rounding up hit products of 2026. It also includes an Ultraman Extra-Wide Clear File as a bonus item.
Ideal as a meal before or after fasting. The all-plant-based “巴馬火麻 ベジ復ヘンプポタージュ” joins the Omega Point series!
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株式会社グローリー・インターナショナル will launch “巴馬火麻 ベジ復ヘンプポタージュ,” a new plant-based potage made without animal-derived ingredients, on October 15, 2026. It is the latest addition to the “Omega Point Series,” which supports health and beauty routines.
Sleep with your head elevated using Pillow Base. For those who want to raise the height of their current pillow, a urethane adjustment sheet called “ピローベース” can add “+1 cm” of height. Don’t buy a new pillow—customize your own.
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まくら株式会社 will launch “ピローベース,” a urethane adjustment sheet that raises the height of an existing pillow by +1 cm, on October 13, 2026. It is priced at 1,780 yen (tax included).
When should you speak to staff while they are serving customers? A free practical guide for retail and service industry leaders and store managers
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リクエスト株式会社 has released a free practical guide, “声をかける、少し待つ。,” for retail and service industry leaders and store managers. It outlines when and how to approach and support staff while they are serving customers.
“CHIN-SU,” a brand known to everyone in Vietnam, is coming to 神田外語大学’s “Hamafusai” festival!
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Vietnamese seasoning brand “CHIN-SU” will hold an interactive event at 神田外語大学’s campus festival, “Hamafusai,” on October 24 and 25, 2026. In collaboration with the student cafeteria Shokujin, the event will feature tastings pairing chili sauce with Japanese snacks and a social media campaign. KOI MEDIA is handling the promotion.
Public voting opens for PICKLEBALL AWARDS JAPAN 2026
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株式会社ピックルボールワン has opened public voting and video submissions via Instagram for “PICKLEBALL AWARDS JAPAN 2026,” which recognizes achievements in pickleball. Voting runs from October 15 to 31, and the awards ceremony will be held on December 20.
Facts
12 regular award categories
From Thursday, October 15, 2026
Through Saturday, October 31
Scheduled for December 20, 2026 (Sunday)
First held in 2025
2026 marks its 2nd edition
Starting January 1, 2026 (Thursday)–
Official nominees to be announced on November 27, 2026 (Friday)
“連三田シンポジウム2026” will be held for the first time at 慶應義塾大学’s Mita Campus on October 17, 2026. Tim Brown and business leaders and experts from various fields will speak, with discussions spanning six themes, including AI, regional development, economic security, education, healthy longevity and the global expansion of Japanese companies.
The ultimate psychological horror game “Dark Atlas: Infernum” is coming to PS5 on disc on February 4, 2027! Use the wisdom of a secret society as your weapon and experience an intense fight for survival against a collapsing world and the terrors of your own mind!
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Singapore publisher Soft Source Pte Ltd has announced that the PS5 psychological horror game “Dark Atlas: Infernum,” developed by Night Council and co-published by Chorus Worldwide, will be released on disc on February 4, 2027. The suggested retail price is 3,500 yen plus tax.
[NEW ERA® × キン肉マン] The official Kinnikuman online store KIN29.COM introduces the exclusive “9FIFTY™ [KINマーク] マルチカラー” model
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株式会社ヒキダシ will release the “9FIFTY™ [KINマーク] マルチカラー” cap, a KIN29.COM-exclusive model created in collaboration between NEW ERA® and Kinnikuman, on October 16, 2026.
The new theme song for “おはスタ,” “Limitless!,” will be released on October 15, 2026! Two versions will be available: one sung by Oha Kids and one by るぅと (すとぷり).
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The new theme song for “おはスタ,” “Limitless!,” will be released on October 15, 2026. Two versions will be released: the Oha Kids version and the すとぷり・るぅと version. Related videos and live events will also be held.
Facts
YouTube channel subscribers: 1.03 million
TikTok account with 710,000 followers
Combined followers across social media: 5.42 million
“A Delicious Stroll Along the Slopes of Kagurazaka,” the November 2026 issue of おとなの週末, goes on sale today♪
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The November 2026 issue of the magazine おとなの週末, published by 株式会社講談社, will go on sale on October 15, 2026. Its main features include Kagurazaka, downtown sushi, the world of picture books, and Tokyo trails. The price is ¥1,000 (tax included).
[ブルガリ] Osaka Castle projection mapping show “SINFONIA” to mark the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy — ブルガリ Ambassador Ren Meguro attends the lighting ceremony to mark the opening
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The projection mapping show “SINFONIA” will be held at Osaka Castle’s main citadel from October 15 to 25, 2026, as part of events marking the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy. ブルガリ Ambassador Ren Meguro attended the lighting ceremony.
Facts
160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy
THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY partners with Colors Japan, which has completed 101 M&A deals, to build a “value succession M&A platform”
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THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社 aims to jointly build a “value succession M&A platform” through a business partnership with Colors Japan, which has completed 101 M&A deals.
Facts
Currently has 61 group companies
The M&A market, said to be worth approximately ¥35 trillion
Colors Japan’s standalone sales for the fiscal year ended April 2026 were ¥2.435 billion
Operating profit is ¥635 million
Companies mentioned：THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社、Colors Japan
Propally’s new commercial featuring Misato Ugaki, “Does real estate investment seem complicated?” surpasses 2 million views in 1 week
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Propally株式会社 announced that its new commercial, “Does real estate investment seem complicated?,” featuring Misato Ugaki, surpassed 2 million views in 1 week after its release. Total views reached 2,185,942, while visits to the official website and new registrations also increased significantly.
Facts
Total views of the web commercial (15-second preview and 30-second version): 2,185,942
Original公式サイトへの訪問数：公開前1週間比 ： 727％
Original「プロパリー」の新規登録数：公開前1週間比 ： 2.6倍
Original「投資スタイル診断」の利用数：公開前1週間比 ： 3.4倍
“Websites and blogs” are a source of learning information for 27.0%
“Social media”: 25.0%
“Seminars and briefings”: 18.4%
“Specialist books and magazines”: 15.7%
31.2% feel they “don’t know where to start learning”
71.6% are positive about investing in real estate through smartphone apps
Enjoy authentic cinematic sound with Dolby Atmos® and powerful bass. The “JBL CINEMA SB580MK2,” a 3.1-channel soundbar system, makes its debut
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ハーマンインターナショナル will release the Dolby Atmos-compatible 3.1-channel soundbar “JBL CINEMA SB580MK2” and the “JBL CINEMA SB510MK2,” a model with a built-in subwoofer, on October 22, 2026.
文藝春秋’s Sports Graphic Number special issue dated 10/29, “2026 Central League Champions: Hanshin Tigers’ Back-to-Back Glory — Complete Commemorative Edition,” goes on sale October 15 (Thursday)!
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株式会社文藝春秋 will release a special issue of the sports magazine Sports Graphic Number, “2026 Central League Champions: Hanshin Tigers’ Back-to-Back Glory — Complete Commemorative Edition,” on October 15.
Tickets for the event sold out immediately! The latest photos of “S6,” the hugely popular handsome young professional shogi player unit, appear in the latest issue of 女性セブン, on sale today, 10/15! Includes an oversized pinup and a chance to win a signed instant photo!!
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The latest issue of 女性セブン features an exclusive photo shoot with “S6,” a unit of handsome young professional shogi players. Tickets for the collaboration event with 日本将棋連盟, held on October 4, sold out immediately. Digital and print photo books featuring S6 are also on sale.
THE RAMPAGE’s Kazuma Kawamura graces the cover of the December issue of VOCE Special Edition Extra! This year’s issue includes an interview titled “壱万字” and the first-ever “壱馬語録スペシャルステッカー” bonus!
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THE RAMPAGE's Kazuma Kawamura graces the cover of the VOCE December issue Special Edition extra edition, which includes a 壱万-character interview and a “Kazuma Quotes Special Sticker” as an insert.
Erika Toda appears in the regular edition and Special Edition! “Pushing the limits of at-home beauty”: What is Toda-style experimental beauty? A cover beauty feature exploring the secrets of her natural beauty
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Erika Toda appears on the covers of the regular edition and Special Edition of the December 2026 issue of VOCE. Published by 株式会社講談社, each edition includes beauty products such as ランコム, POLA and SHISEIDO as inserts.
Freelance announcer Erina Iwata appears in the December issue of VOCE! Four looks created with “a hint of red in fall and pink in winter”
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Freelance announcer Erina Iwata appears in the opening makeup feature of the December issue of VOCE, “A hint of red in fall and pink in winter.” She showcases 4 makeup looks in total, using fall reds and winter pinks. Iwata, who usually avoided pink, says she made new discoveries about the wide range of pink makeup looks. Book and insert information is also included.
Facts
This is Iwata's 2nd appearance in VOCE
She showcased 4 makeup looks in total, with 2 looks for each season
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Release date: Oct. 22, 2026 (Thursday)
One mini bottle of Génifique Ultimate Essence Lotion (10 ml, about 1 week's supply)
Applications now open! A special lifestyle exhibition zone for affluent consumers! Exhibitor recruitment begins for the one-day large-scale exhibition “THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2027”!
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株式会社affluent is establishing “Premium Lifestyle Zone by affluent,” a special lifestyle exhibition zone for affluent consumers, at “THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2027,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum on Feb. 27, 2027, and is recruiting exhibitors.
Facts
Feb. 27, 2027
More than 60 companies
Approximately 1 million affluent households nationwide
[Yokohama City only] November campaign | Collection of unused electronic pianos, electronic drums and keyboard stands | Unwanted-item collection by まるっと本舗
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SYSTR株式会社 will run a collection campaign for electronic musical instruments in Yokohama City in November 2026, offering a discount of up to ¥1,000 when customers use a flat-rate package.
株式会社KizunaBridge launches pilot program to prepare foreign care workers at ＳＯＭＰＯケア for the national certified care worker exam
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株式会社KizunaBridge began a pilot program in September 2026 to prepare 32 foreign care workers at ＳＯＭＰＯケア for the national certified care worker exam using the “KizunaCare” learning app.
Facts
32 foreign care workers
2,546 people in the 36th National Certified Care Worker Examination
Seminar on attendance and shift management for hotels and accommodation businesses!
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株式会社エイ・アイ・エス will hold an online seminar on attendance and shift management for hotels and accommodation businesses on Nov. 20, 2026. Labor and social security attorney Kimishige Kuroda will explain the challenges, and the company will demonstrate its cloud service “Omotenashi Kintakun.”
TikTok live commerce “Tsubame Channel” sells more than 870 “Premium Large-Capacity Diffusers 500ml” by hetras in a collaboration livestream with Ruriko Kojima
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“Tsubame Channel,” a TikTok live commerce operation run by 株式会社Sホールディングス, held a collaboration livestream with talent Ruriko Kojima and sold more than 870 “Premium Large-Capacity Diffusers 500ml” by hetras.
A new book, “An Illustrated Introduction to Industry Research: The Latest Trends and Inner Workings of the Content and IP Industries,” has been published, offering an overview of the realities, challenges and latest trends in the content industry, a complex mix of sectors including film, music, anime, games and the web!
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株式会社秀和システム新社 will publish “An Illustrated Introduction to Industry Research: The Latest Trends and Inner Workings of the Content and IP Industries” on Oct. 27, 2026.
The official book for Nippon TV's Saturday drama “Our Hakone Ekiden,” whose premiere got off to a rocket start and which is based on a novel by Jun Ikeido, will be released on Dec. 7 (Monday)!
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株式会社文藝春秋 announced that it will release an official book for Nippon TV's Saturday drama “Our Hakone Ekiden” on Dec. 7, 2026. 日本テレビ放送網株式会社 and 一般社団法人関東学生陸上競技連盟 are credited as supervisors. The book will feature the cast, including Yo Oizumi and Tomohisa Yamashita, as well as a location guide.
Facts
The broadcast begins on Saturday, Oct. 10, with the premiere expanded by 40 minutes
【邁科】 announces that its board has resolved to issue new shares for a cash capital increase
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
邁科 (6831) resolved at a board meeting on 115/10/14 to raise capital through a cash offering, with a maximum fundraising amount of NT$50 million (5 million shares). The proceeds will strengthen working capital; 80% will be subscribed by existing shareholders, 10% by employees, and 10% offered to the public.
Facts
邁科 resolved at a board meeting on October 14, 115, to issue new shares through a cash capital increase.
The maximum total par value of the common shares to be issued in this cash capital increase is NT$50,000,000.
The maximum number of new shares to be issued in this cash capital increase is 5,000,000.
The par value of each new share issued in this cash capital increase is NT$10.
The proceeds from this capital increase will be used to replenish working capital.
10% of the new shares issued in this capital increase are reserved for subscription by the company's employees.
10% of the new shares issued in this capital increase will be allocated for public offering.
【興泰】 announces the resignation of the representative of its corporate director and chairman
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
興泰 (1235) announced the resignation of Yang Shu-hua, the representative of its corporate director and chairman. The successor is not applicable at this time. This is a personnel change announcement.
Facts
興泰 experienced the resignation of the representative of its corporate director and chairman on October 14, 115.
The departing representative was Yang Shu-hua, representing 美安生化科技股份有限公司.
Yang Shu-hua also serves as chairwoman of 興泰實業股份有限公司.
興泰 has not yet appointed a new representative of its corporate director and chairman; the relevant information is listed as not applicable.
【燦星網】, on behalf of its subsidiary, announces an asset impairment provision by 廈門燦坤實業股份有限公司
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
燦星網 announced that its subsidiary 廈門燦坤實業股份有限公司 recognized an asset impairment provision of RMB 3.8782 million under international accounting standards on October 14, 115. The impairment will not affect cash flow.
Facts
In accordance with International Accounting Standard No. Thirty-Six, “Impairment of Assets,” the subsidiary assessed impairment in the third quarter of 2026 and recognized RMB 3.8782 million in impairment losses on accounts receivable, inventory and fixed assets.
This asset impairment is not an actual cash outflow and has no impact on the company's working capital or cash flow.
These figures were prepared internally by the company and have not yet been reviewed by an accountant.
The asset impairment announcement is dated October 14, 115.
【燦星網】, on behalf of its subsidiary, announces 廈門燦坤實業(股)公司's earnings forecast for the third quarter of 2026
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
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Facts
廈門燦坤實業股份有限公司 projects a total loss of RMB 58 million to RMB 62 million for the third quarter of 2026.
廈門燦坤實業's net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies for the third quarter of 2026 is expected to decline 254%-272% year over year.
廈門燦坤實業's basic earnings per share for the third quarter of 2026 are expected to be a loss of 0.19 yuan per share to 0.22 yuan per share.
廈門燦坤實業's revenue for the third quarter of 2026 is estimated at between RMB 920 million and RMB 960 million.
The main reasons for the change in 廈門燦坤實業's third-quarter 2026 results are weak international market demand and continued increases in raw material prices.
【台新新光金】Announcement by the Company on behalf of its subsidiary 台新投信 regarding the acquisition of a right-of-use asset from 新光人壽
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
台新新光金 announced that its subsidiary 台新投信 obtained right-of-use assets from 新光人壽 at 5F and 5F-1, No. 167, Section 2, Nanjing East Road, Taipei City, covering 296.46 ping. The lease runs from November 1, 115, to January 31, 120, with rent adjusted in stages. The total amount is NT$38,787,604, and the premises will be used as office space.
Facts
The company, on behalf of its subsidiary 台新投信, announces the acquisition of right-of-use assets from 新光人壽.
The transaction concerns a total of 296.46 ping at 5F and 5F-1, No. 167, Section 2, Nanjing East Road, Taipei City.
The total transaction amount is NT$38,787,604.
The counterparty is 新光人壽, a related party.
The assets will be used as office premises for the company's business operations.
【台新新光金】 announces important resolutions made by its board of directors acting on behalf of the shareholders' meeting of its subsidiary 台新投信
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
台新新光金 (2887) announced on October 14, 115, that its board of directors, acting on behalf of the shareholders' meeting of its subsidiary 台新投信, approved amendments to the company's “Procedures for Acquisition or Disposal of Assets” to improve its asset management rules.
Facts
台新投信 held an extraordinary shareholders' meeting on October 14, 115, and approved the above resolution.
This announcement complies with Clause 18 of the information disclosure requirements.
【台新新光金】 announces its and its major subsidiaries' unaudited consolidated earnings for September 115
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
台新新光金控 announced consolidated earnings for September 115, reporting monthly after-tax profit of NT$4.42 billion and cumulative after-tax profit of NT$64.17 billion for the first 9 months, with EPS of NT$2.47. Its subsidiaries, including 台新銀行, 新光銀行 and 新光人壽, all contributed to earnings.
Facts
台新新光金控's after-tax profit for September 115 was NT$4.42 billion.
台新新光金控's cumulative after-tax profit through September 115 was NT$64.17 billion.
台新新光金控's cumulative earnings per share (EPS) through September 115 were NT$2.47.
新光人壽's cumulative after-tax profit through September 115 was NT$32.22 billion.
【華冠】 announces that it has received notice from the Supreme Court clerk's office confirming its victory in the third instance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
華冠 (8101) announced that it received notice from the Supreme Court that it had won the third-instance case against Dream Train Internet股份有限公司 (DTI公司), with the appeal dismissed. The litigation will no longer disrupt its future operations.
Facts
華冠 received notice from the Supreme Court clerk's office confirming its victory in the third instance.
On October 7, 115, the Supreme Court dismissed DTI公司's appeal.
The case documents bear case number No. 1342, Taiwan Supreme Court, 115.
The litigation will no longer disrupt 華冠's future operations.
華冠 won both the first- and second-instance rulings in this case.
[華邦電] announced an order for machinery and equipment.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
華邦電 announced an order for machinery and equipment from Applied Materials South EastAsia pte. Ltd., with a total value exceeding NT$1.67 billion, for production use.
Facts
華邦電's cumulative transaction amount is NT$1,670,425,206.
The counterparty to 華邦電's machinery and equipment order is Applied Materials South EastAsia pte. Ltd.
The subject of this order is machinery and equipment for business operations.
The specific purpose or use of the assets being acquired is production.
Companies mentioned：華邦電、Applied Materials South EastAsia pte. Ltd.
【凱基金】 announces its and its major subsidiaries' unaudited consolidated earnings for September 115
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
凱基金控 reported its unaudited financial results for September 115, posting after-tax net profit of NT$2.641 billion for the month and cumulative net profit of NT$38.940 billion for the first three quarters, with EPS of NT$2.26. Its key subsidiary 凱基證券 performed strongly, with cumulative net profit exceeding NT$24.2 billion, demonstrating the group's stable overall profitability.
Facts
凱基金控 reported unaudited consolidated profit or loss of NT$2.641 billion for September 115.
凱基證券 reported cumulative profit or loss of NT$24.234 billion from January through September.
凱基人壽 reported cumulative EPS of NT$3.98 through September, excluding the foreign exchange valuation reserve.
Cumulative net profit through September, plus cumulative gains on the disposal of equities measured at fair value through other comprehensive income, totaled NT$93.626 billion.
【中鼎】 announces completion of capital reduction registration following cancellation of restricted employee shares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中鼎 announced a capital reduction following the cancellation of restricted employee shares and completed the registration change on Oct. 13, 115. After the reduction, paid-in capital fell to approximately NT$9.62 billion, shares outstanding totaled 962,011,718, and net asset value per share edged up to NT$24.88.
Facts
中鼎 completed the registration change for the capital reduction following cancellation of restricted employee shares on Oct. 13, 115.
The capital reduction involved 433,513 shares, reducing capital by a total of NT$4,335,130.
After the capital reduction, 中鼎 had paid-in capital of NT$9,620,117,180 and 962,011,718 shares outstanding.
After the capital reduction, net asset value per share was NT$24.88, calculated based on the financial statements for the second quarter of 115.
Before the capital reduction, 中鼎 had paid-in capital of NT$9,624,452,310 and 962,445,231 shares outstanding.
【CTBC Financial Holding】中國信託金融控股股份有限公司 announces unaudited September 115 earnings for the company and its major subsidiaries
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中國信託金融控股股份有限公司（中信金）issued a material announcement on Oct. 14, 115, reporting unaudited September 115 earnings for the company and its major subsidiaries. The data showed that 中信金控's after-tax EPS for January through September totaled NT$3.18, or NT$3.60 after adjusting for the foreign exchange valuation reserve. Key subsidiaries 中國信託銀行 and 台灣人壽 also made solid contributions to earnings.
Facts
中信金控 reported consolidated pretax profit of NT$11.631 billion and after-tax profit attributable to owners of NT$9.358 billion for the year-to-date period from January through September 115.
中國信託銀行 reported consolidated pretax profit of NT$8.376 billion and after-tax profit attributable to owners of NT$6.929 billion for the year-to-date period from January through September 115.
台灣人壽 reported consolidated pretax profit of NT$1.603 billion and after-tax profit attributable to owners of NT$1.292 billion for the year-to-date period from January through September 115.
中信金控 reported after-tax EPS of NT$3.18 for the year-to-date period from January through September 115.
中信金控 reported after-tax EPS of NT$3.60 for the year-to-date period from January through September 115, excluding the foreign exchange valuation reserve.