# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-15 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 3 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1173 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 102 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Major update to 「ek-Bridge」, a cloud-based education platform for businesses, coming in January 2027

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000177871.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342081-en.html
- anchor: #n3380732
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック デジタル株式会社、パナソニックグループ、Microsoft Entra ID

パナソニック デジタル株式会社 announced that it will release a major update to 「ek-Bridge」, its cloud-based education platform for businesses, on January 20, 2027. New features include knowledge management, automatic user information synchronization through SCIM integration, improvements to training registration, and a redesigned home screen for learners.

Facts:
- January 20, 2027

## Featuring Smart Heat Sensing(TM) and proprietary airflow technology, the salon-exclusive Nobby 「Negative Ion Hair Dryer」 launches with reduced heat damage, fast drying and a beautiful finish

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000032230.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342077-en.html
- anchor: #n3380731
- Companies mentioned: テスコム電機株式会社、Nobby、東京商工リサーチ

Tescom Denki will launch the 「ND840A」 Negative Ion Hair Dryer in mid-October under its salon-exclusive brand 『Nobby』. The dryer features Smart Heat Sensing(TM) and airflow technology.

Facts:
- No. 1 salon market share
- April 2025–March 2026
- Mid-October
- Approximately 21% more moisture
- Approximately 32% more manageability
- Approximately 20% more shine
- Reduces split ends and breakage by approximately 71%
- Keeps hair temperature at approximately 65°C or below
- Approximately 19% more manageability
- Approximately 27% more shine
- Approximately 13% greater effectiveness in preventing color fading and loss
- Approximately 9% more moisture
- Approximately 30% more manageability
- Approximately 19.8% more shine
- Approximately 10% quieter operation
- At least approximately 100 million negative ions/cm³
- 安心の1年間保証
- Available in 2 colors

## Synchro Food, which operates the agriculture-focused recruitment services やさいジョブ and 農業ジョブ, has signed a business partnership agreement

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000038953.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342075-en.html
- anchor: #n3380730
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社農業総合研究所、やさいジョブ株式会社、株式会社シンクロ・フード

Yasai Job, a subsidiary of 株式会社農業総合研究所, and Synchro Food, which operates the recruitment site 農業ジョブ, have signed a business partnership agreement and will begin collaborating on business operations on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Business collaboration to begin on October 1, 2026 (Thursday)
- We have operated media for approximately 20 years, dating back to our predecessor, 第一次産業ネット
- Used by more than 140,000 job seekers
- Achieves a retention rate of over 90%
- Established: April 2003
- Has provided recruitment services specializing in primary industries since 2006
- Established: September 2024

## [キル フェ ボン] 2026 Autumn Store Limited: Special tarts found only at each store for your autumn outings. 8 autumn store-exclusive tarts, including new creations

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000117972.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342071-en.html
- anchor: #n3380729
- Companies mentioned: キルフェボン株式会社、キル フェ ボン

タルト専門店「キル フェ ボン」を運営するキルフェボン株式会社は、2026年10月16日より秋の店舗限定タルト8種類の販売を開始する。

Facts:
- 8 types in total
- From Friday, October 16, 2026
- Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026

## [洋食とケーキ グラメル] Hot dishes to savor as the weather turns chilly! “Seafood Gratin” and “Hamburg Doria” make their debut

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000089167.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342068-en.html
- anchor: #n3380728
- Companies mentioned: エイム・エンタープライズ株式会社、エイムグループ、エイムマーケティングエージェンシー株式会社、エイムクリエーションズ株式会社、エイムインターセクション株式会社、サンパティーク岡崎

Aim Enterprise Co., Ltd. will begin serving the new “Seafood Gratin” and “Hamburg Doria” at 洋食とケーキ グラメル, with “Oyster Gratin” also scheduled to arrive in November.

Facts:
- 1,760 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,540 (tax included)
- 23 locations
- 56 seats

## MEDULLA opens a POPUP STORE at Shibuya Hikarie! Limited-edition label shampoo and repair products, plus exclusive sets

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000034407.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342064-en.html
- anchor: #n3380727
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sparty、MEDULLA、TPCマーケティングリサーチ㈱

株式会社Sparty's personalized hair care brand MEDULLA will hold a POPUP STORE at ShinQs inside Shibuya Hikarie from October 29 to November 4, 2026, selling exclusive sets and shampoos with original labels.

Facts:
- 7 days
- Oct. 29, 2026
- Nov. 4
- ¥6,270
- ¥10,450
- ¥11,000
- 1,500 yen, tax included
- 10% OFF
- 20,000 yen
- 2,200 yen
- ¥9,460
- 1,650 yen
- 12,100 yen

## [New from hince] The mysterious glow of opal, woven from shimmering light. hince Holiday Collection “GLIT ANGEL” arrives!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000068659.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342062-en.html
- anchor: #n3380726
- Companies mentioned: hince、VIVAWAVE.Co.,Ltd.、Qoo10、楽天市場、hince ルミネエスト新宿店、ルクア イーレ店、タカシマヤ ゲートタワーモール店、hince.jp、LINE GIFT、ZOZOTOWN、Amazon、@cosme SHOPPING、HANKYU BEAUTY ONLINE、三越伊勢丹化粧品オンラインストア「meeco」、株式会社メディア‧グローブ

A press release featuring product information and the sales schedule for 5 items in hince's holiday collection “GLIT ANGEL,” which launches first on Qoo10 on October 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- 5 items in total
- 10 types
- UV protection: SPF40・PA+++
- Capacity: 12 g
- Price: ¥2,970 (tax included)
- UV protection: SPF50+・PA++++
- Capacity: 7g
- Price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
- Volume: 4 ml
- Price: 1,760 yen (including tax)
- Volume: 10 g.
- Price: 2,860 yen (tax included)
- 160,000 followers

## New hotel 東横INN JR Uji Station South Exit to begin accepting reservations on October 15

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000009718.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342058-en.html
- anchor: #n3380725
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東横イン、東横INN、国際ホテル旅館「全国ホテル・旅館チェーン客室数ランキング」、ブライダル産業新聞社、経産省

株式会社東横イン will begin accepting reservations on October 15 for its new hotel, 東横INN JR Uji Station South Exit, scheduled to open on December 25, 2026. The hotel will be the company's 354th in Japan, its 6th in Kyoto Prefecture, and its debut in Uji City. It will have 172 guest rooms in total.

Facts:
- On Thursday, October 15
- Scheduled to open on December 25, 2026 (Friday)
- With locations in all 47 prefectures
- Bringing its domestic network to 354 hotels
- Its 6th hotel in Kyoto Prefecture
- Located a 5-minute walk from JR Uji Station
- The hotel has 172 guest rooms in total
- Located approximately a 10-minute walk away
- Maximum capacity: 330 people
- 12 surface parking spaces
- 予約制 800円/1泊
- シングルルーム（1泊1名様）【56室】
- ワイドスペースシングルルーム※1（1泊1名様）【16室】
- プレミアムプラスルーム※2（シングル）（1泊1名様）【4室】
- エコノミーダブルルーム（1泊1室）【44室】
- キングダブルルーム(1泊1室)【12室】
- ダブルルーム(1泊1室)【10室】
- ツインルーム（1泊1室）【28室】
- ハートフルルーム®※3（ツイン）（1泊1室）【2室】
- From 8,800 yen
- From 9,800 yen
- From 10,800 yen
- From 12,800 yen
- Narrow bed, 1,100 mm wide
- A limited number of rooms equipped with 6 items
- Also operating in 5 countries overseas
- At more than 360 locations worldwide
- 東横INN now has a total of 80,948 guest rooms
- Including 17 locations overseas
- 「紺」認証を1企業最多の333事業所で取得

## Okinawa-born skincare brand SuiSavon-首里石鹸- to open its 37th location at Ishigaki Airport on October 26, 2026 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000078381.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342056-en.html
- anchor: #n3380724
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社首里石鹸、SuiSavon-首里石鹸-、Forbes JAPAN

株式会社首里石鹸 will open a new store inside Ishigaki Airport on October 26, 2026, bringing its total number of locations to 37.

Facts:
- ¥500, including tax
- 4,400 yen (tax included)
- 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Cumulative total: 12,150,461 yen

## ソフトバンク expands its use of Datadog to accelerate customers’ adoption of AI

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000077474.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342052-en.html
- anchor: #n3380723
- Companies mentioned: Datadog, Inc.、Datadog、ソフトバンク株式会社、ソフトバンク、Datadog Japan合同会社、株式会社トレイントラックス

ソフトバンク has expanded its use of the Datadog platform to accelerate AI adoption, speed up development of “AGENTIC STAR,” and improve operational efficiency. This has cut prototype development time from approximately 30 hours to 30 minutes and enabled a small team to operate mission-critical AI services.

Facts:
- About 30 hours
- Just 30 minutes

## SHEGLAM’s candy-box-like advent calendar, “Life is Sweet Advent Calendar Box,” launches in late September 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000155846.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342046-en.html
- anchor: #n3380722
- Companies mentioned: SHEGLAM、SHEIN JAPAN 株式会社、クルエルティ・フリー・インターナショナル、FDA、EU、GCC標準化機構(GSO)、FSC、SA8000、BSCI、SMETA

Global cosmetics brand SHEGLAM will launch the “Life is Sweet Advent Calendar Box” in late September 2026. It contains 12 full-size items and is priced at ¥12,224 (tax included).

Facts:
- More than 150 countries and regions
- Late September 2026
- All 12 items
- ¥12,224
- 2019
- More than 90%
- 2022
- 100％

## Report on Day 2 of the 2nd Digital Apparel Design Contest: Collaboration between apparel and 3D/VR comes to fruition as all 10 teams present their results

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000104990.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342042-en.html
- anchor: #n3380721
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社壽屋、KDDI、TSUNAGU BASE、株式会社ブックリスタ、株式会社ユカアンドアルファ、CLO Virtual Fashion、株式会社トライデントワークス、西武信用金庫、コトブキヤ、ホビージャパン、ワコール、DynaFont、ENRAI、GuriArt、MAKULAB／まくらぼ、チームドラゴン、High Motion、ノア（NOA）、ぽかぽか天使界隈、遠POSE、Dr.Group

A report on Day 2 of the 2nd Digital Apparel Design Contest, hosted by 株式会社壽屋. A total of 59 fashion students and 3D and VR creators split into 10 teams and presented the results of about 1 month of collaborative work. Team C’s “Dry Distant Thunder” won the grand prize.

Facts:
- 2nd Digital Apparel Design Contest
- Day 1 on Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Day 2, featuring presentations of results and an awards ceremony, was held on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
- The 59 participants split into 10 teams.
- All 10 teams
- Collaboratively created digital apparel over about 1 month.

## セゾンテクノロジー deepens its sustainability management by continuing to donate 1% of operating profit

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000118454.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342038-en.html
- anchor: #n3380720
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セゾンテクノロジー、セゾンテクノロジー、社会福祉法人日本点字図書館、社会福祉法人日本視覚障害者職能開発センター、特定非営利活動法人みんなのコード、特定非営利活動法人Waffle、公益財団法人あすのば、Child Poverty Action Group、Children's Wishing Well、Equitable Education Fund、公益社団法人国土緑化推進機構、As You Sow

株式会社セゾンテクノロジー donated about 15.11 million yen, equivalent to about 1% of its operating profit for fiscal 2025, to a total of 10 organizations, deepening its sustainability management.

Facts:
- About 15.11 million yen
- A total of 10 organizations
- 990万円 in total
- 4 groups
- About 3.43 million yen in total
- About 1.78 million yen in total

## Fortience Consulting launches “AI Native Diagnostic Service” for manufacturers

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000043765.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342035-en.html
- anchor: #n3380719
- Companies mentioned: フォーティエンスコンサルティング株式会社、株式会社クニエ、NTTデータグループ、NTTデータ

Fortience Consulting, part of NTTデータグループ, has launched its “AI Native Diagnostic Service,” which supports manufacturers in developing medium- to long-term plans for the use of AI.

Facts:
- 5-stage development model
- Duration: 2 months or more

## Sun* releases design system “Nova” for AI-driven development at no cost

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000037787.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342019-en.html
- anchor: #n3380718
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sun Asterisk、Sun*、Sun* Inc.

株式会社Sun Asterisk has launched “Nova,” a design system for AI-driven development. The system includes a Figma library and React components, and is estimated to reduce the work required to build a UI foundation by up to 80%. The design system itself is available at no cost, while customization and development support services are paid.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
- Development of more than 1,000 products
- Estimated to reduce workload by up to 80%
- Open license (based on the MIT License)
- 40 screens
- 60 shared components
- 1 designer
- 2 frontend developers
- Year founded: 2013
- Participation fee: ¥1,000

## Personalized health advice feature using generative AI added to health management system “HM-neo®”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000123990.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341960-en.html
- anchor: #n3380717
- Companies mentioned: NTTテクノクロス株式会社、NTTテクノクロス、NTTグループ、NPO法人健康経営研究会

NTTテクノクロス has begun offering a new version of its health management system “HM-neo,” adding a personalized health advice feature powered by generative AI.

## Mackerel, Atlantic herring and blue whiting in the Northeast Atlantic face the double threat of overfishing and climate change

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000059178.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341958-en.html
- anchor: #n3380716
- Companies mentioned: MSC（海洋管理協議会）、ICES（国際海洋探査委員会）、MSCジャパン、Cell Reports Sustainability、コペルニクス気候変動サービス、FAO（国連食糧農業機関）、ISEAL（国際社会環境認定表示連合）、イオングループ、生協・コープ、イトーヨーカドー・ヨーク、マクドナルド、ロイヤルホスト

MSC says that mackerel, herring and blue whiting in the Northeast Atlantic face threats from overfishing and climate change, and is urging governments to agree on science-based catch limits. Overfishing over the past 10 years has totaled more than 7.2 million tons.

Facts:
- Exceeding the average by as much as 32%
- More than 7.2 million tons in total
- It currently has offices in 25 countries
- Founded in 1997
- MSCジャパン was established in 2007
- In fiscal 2025, in more than 70 countries worldwide
- Approximately 22,000 products in more than 70 countries worldwide
- Approximately 660 items were sold in Japan

## 【株式会社ミライト・ワン】Multiple coordinated serving robots introduced at long-established inn “白玉の湯 泉慶・華鳳”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000130563.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341959-en.html
- anchor: #n3380715
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミライト・ワン、株式会社ホテル泉慶、白玉の湯 泉慶、白玉の湯 華鳳、別邸 越の里

株式会社ミライト・ワン introduced 7 “Servi Plus” transport robots, which can coordinate with one another, at the long-established inn “白玉の湯 泉慶・華鳳” in Niigata Prefecture, aiming to streamline table-clearing work and improve service quality.

Facts:
- 7 bikes in total
- Up to 320 people
- About 50%

## A heartwarming winter tea time featuring the gentle sweetness of seasonal strawberries and condensed milk: “Milky Strawberry Afternoon Tea,” November 3, 2026 (Tuesday, national holiday)–February 28, 2027 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000035058.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341957-en.html
- anchor: #n3380714
- Companies mentioned: ハイアット セントリック 銀座 東京、NAMIKI667

“Milky Strawberry Afternoon Tea” will be available for a limited time at NAMIKI667 Bar & Lounge at ハイアット セントリック 銀座 東京 from November 3, 2026, through February 28, 2027. The menu features sweets and savory items inspired by seasonal strawberries and condensed milk. Strawberries from Kyushu will be used starting in December, and fresh strawberries will be served to guests at their tables on weekends and holidays.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday)
- Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
- Weekdays: 6,957 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Weekends and holidays: 7,590 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Weekends and holidays: 8,222 yen (tax and service charge included)
- 6,072 yen (tax and service charge included)

## “Miyuki Hatakeyama & Kazuma Fujimoto featuring Fabian Reza Pane” to perform a special live show at 西神中央ホール in Kobe

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000033364.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341978-en.html
- anchor: #n3380713
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シアターワークショップ、西神中央ホール、orange pekoe、Port of Notes、Double Famous、FMヨコハマ、イープラス、チケットぴあ、CNプレイガイド

A special live show featuring Miyuki Hatakeyama, Kazuma Fujimoto and Fabian Reza Pane will be held on October 25, 2026, at 西神中央ホール in Kobe, operated by 株式会社シアターワークショップ as the designated manager.

Facts:
- October 25, 2026 (Sunday)
- Flat 5,000 yen
- Marking the 25th anniversary of this year’s debut

## Bears’ professional dance team Bears Rising to serve as official cheerleaders for 大崎オーソル埼玉 for a 2nd season!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000044940.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341961-en.html
- anchor: #n3380712
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベアーズ、Bears Rising、大崎電気工業株式会社、大崎オーソル埼玉

Bears Rising, the professional dance team operated by 株式会社ベアーズ, will continue as the official cheerleaders for 大崎オーソル埼玉, the handball club operated by 大崎電気工業株式会社, for the 2026-27 season. The team will expand from 5 members to 8 and begin activities at the home game on October 17, 2026.

Facts:
- Entering its 28th year
- In the 2026-27 League H season as well
- From 5 members last season
- Expanded the roster to 8 members
- Reached the playoffs for the first time in 4 years
- Finished in 6th place
- Founded in 2017
- Launched in 2022
- Won fifth place globally

## Study of circular business practices at 241 fashion brands worldwide—Japanese companies score 0.6 points above the global average【A.T. カーニー】

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000046861.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342015-en.html
- anchor: #n3380711
- Companies mentioned: A.T. カーニー株式会社、A.T. カーニー、Kearney、電通総研、IESEビジネススクール、ノースウェスタン大学ケロッグビジネススクール、アダストリア、アシックス、CFCL、ゴールドウィン、GU、マッシュホールディングス、ミズノ、良品計画、オンワード、しまむら、スノーピーク、TSIホールディングス、ユニクロ、ユナイテッドアローズ、ワコール、ワールド

A.T. カーニーはサーキュラー・ファッション・インデックス（CFX）2026レポートを公開。世界241ブランドの評価結果、日本企業の平均スコア上昇、ユニクロのトップ10入りなどを報告。

Facts:
- The overall average score rose to... 3.7
- 16 brands surveyed in Japan

## Data centers are growing with AI demand; trust from local communities is key to growth【A.T. カーニー】

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000046861.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342010-en.html
- anchor: #n3380710
- Companies mentioned: A.T. カーニー株式会社、A.T. カーニー、Kearney、ローレンス・バークレー国立研究所、LBNL

A.T. Kearney has published an analysis noting that earning trust and social acceptance from local communities will be key to growth as rising AI demand increases data centers’ electricity and water burdens. Global electricity consumption by data centers is forecast to reach about 945TWh in 2030. The analysis says it is important to provide local benefits and transparency through the 3 pillars of “design,” “operations” and “legitimacy,” in addition to construction spending and tax revenue.

Facts:
- Expected to reach about 945TWh by 2030
- Expected to account for just under 3% of global electricity demand
- In the United States, 176TWh in 2023
- accounting for 4.4% of domestic consumption
- 325–580 TWh by 2028
- could reach 6.7–12.0%
- Direct water use by U.S. data centers in 2023 was approximately 66 billion liters
- Indirect water use associated with electricity consumption was approximately 800 billion liters
- Data center-related tax revenue reached $424.7 million in 2020
- exceeding 13 times the industry's estimated budget costs
- A typical 250,000-square-foot data center
- employs approximately 1,500 people on-site at the peak of construction, while
- full-time employment after opening is limited to approximately 50 people

## Digital culture media “フューズ” moves under ギズモード・ジャパン, offering a distinctive perspective connecting technology and culture

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000144504.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342006-en.html
- anchor: #n3380709
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアジーン、株式会社TNL Mediagene、ギズモード・ジャパン、FUZE、フューズ、ビジネス インサイダー ジャパン、ルーミー、ライフハッカー・ジャパン、コストリー、ギズマート

株式会社メディアジーン announced that the FUZE website will move to a special page within ギズモード・ジャパン starting October 14, 2026. フューズ originated from ギズモード・ジャパン in 2016 and celebrated its 10th anniversary in August 2026. After the move, it plans to launch a new feature, “AI and Savagery,” exploring the relationship between people and technologies such as AI and VR, in the near future.

Facts:
- From Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- フューズ, August 2016
- celebrated its 10th anniversary in August 2026
- operates 17 media outlets
- offers 4 commerce services
- Across a total of 21 brands

## 45% fewer major incidents: How Denka turned data into its most powerful maintenance tool

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000081567.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342003-en.html
- anchor: #n3380708
- Companies mentioned: デンカ株式会社、ABB株式会社、たね通信

デンカ株式会社青海工場がABB Ability™デジタルパワートレインを導入し、重大トラブルを45%削減した事例。

Facts:
- by 2022
- 8 rotating machines
- by 2026
- expanded to 277 machines
- 1 年間に 20 件も発生
- In 2025
- down to 11 incidents
- prevented approximately 90%

## 【ショコラティエ パレドオール】Early reservations open for the 2026 Christmas Tree Chocolat!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000014190.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4342000-en.html
- anchor: #n3380707
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オヴァールリエゾン、ショコラティエ パレドオール、アルチザン パレドオール清里店、ショコラティエ パレドオール ブラン

Chocolatier Palet d'Or will begin taking early reservations for its Christmas Tree Chocolat on November 1, 2026, and offer a bonus to customers who reserve in store.

Facts:
- Price: ¥9,936 including tax
- 5% off coupon
- Chocolate base weighing 330 g

## RDCグループ’s “40th Anniversary Appreciation Festival” launches! 6 promotions, including 20%–40% off popular products

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000130112.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341998-en.html
- anchor: #n3380706
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アールディーシー、RDCグループ、浦和レッズ

株式会社アールディーシー will hold the “RDCグループ 40th Anniversary Appreciation Festival” from October 16 to December 28 to mark the 40th anniversary of its founding on December 26, 2026. The 6 major promotions include 20%–40% off popular products, discounts on draft beer, and coupons available exclusively through the app and social media.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary
- 20%–40% off
- 6 major promotions
- 40% OFF
- 20% OFF
- 3 visits
- 100 points
- 200 points

## 毎年完売必至、リンツのホリデー限定アドベントカレンダーが今年も登場10月19日（月）15時よりオンライン先行予約開始

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000069940.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341995-en.html
- anchor: #n3380705
- Companies mentioned: リンツ＆シュプルングリージャパン株式会社、Lindt、リンツ、リンドール、楽天市場店

リンツ＆シュプルングリージャパンは、2026年10月19日15時からホリデー限定の「リンツ アドベントカレンダー」の先行予約を開始する。

Facts:
- Loved in more than 120 countries worldwide
- Starting Oct. 19, 2026 (Monday)
- Price: ¥5,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,500 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,700 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,700 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,800 (tax included)
- Price: ¥9,000 (tax included)
- with a purchase of ¥3,000 or more, including tax

## “I wish I’d studied more...” The average age when people realize this is 26.4! The most common subject needed at work is “foreign languages”—what about in personal life? [Survey]

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000116808.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341993-en.html
- anchor: #n3380704
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DeltaX、塾選

A survey by 塾選, operated by 株式会社DeltaX, found that approximately 97% of parents have felt “I wish I’d studied more,” with the average age being 26.4. Many said they recognized the need to learn foreign languages for work, and foreign languages, taxes, and financial decision-making for personal life; 70% had experienced returning to study as adults.

Facts:
- Average age: 26.4
- 97％
- 67% are in their 20s
- 43%, the most common response
- tied for first at 32% each
- 70％
- 66%, the most common response

## A short story collection that moved Motoko Arai: Lisianthus, a Korean tale of prayer that speaks to your loneliness, is published

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000016440.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341990-en.html
- anchor: #n3380703
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイナビ出版、MPエンタテイメント、Kaguya Books、河出書房新社、皓星社、株式会社マイナビ

株式会社マイナビ出版 will release Lisianthus, a short story collection by Korean SF writer Yeon Yeoreum, on October 22, 2026. The book depicts loneliness and the struggles of living, and includes recommendation comments from Motoko Arai and Hen no Hada.

Facts:
- Oct. 22, 2026
- 2,420 yen (tax included)
- 312 pages
- contains 9 stories
- All 5 volumes

## From co-creation between companies, local governments and students to real-world implementation: 10th “Decarbo Challenge 2026 Summer” held

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000122970.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341989-en.html
- anchor: #n3380702
- Companies mentioned: Earth hacks株式会社、株式会社シグマクシス、千葉県、東洋製罐グループホールディングス株式会社、日本テレビ放送網株式会社、株式会社博報堂、パナソニック エナジー株式会社、パナソニック コネクト株式会社、広島県、三井物産株式会社

Earth hacks株式会社 held the “Decarbo Challenge 2026 Summer” in September, a co-creation business contest for students and companies and local governments seeking to realize a decarbonized society. 3 teams from Toyo Seikan Group Holdings, Panasonic Energy, and Mitsui & Co. received awards, and a cumulative total of 140 companies and local governments and more than 1,600 students have participated.

Facts:
- 10th
- Over 5 days
- 7 companies and 2 local governments participated
- 3 winning proposals
- 2 of 9 teams
- a cumulative total of 140 companies, local governments and other organizations
- more than 1,600 students

## Hacobell and Seino Transportation co-develop a quotation support system to maximize opportunities to win full-truckload transport orders

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000106200.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341988-en.html
- anchor: #n3380701
- Companies mentioned: ハコベル株式会社、西濃運輸株式会社、ラクスル株式会社、セイノーホールディングス

ハコベル株式会社 and Seino Transportation jointly developed “Bakusoku Charter Quote,” a quotation support system for full-truckload transport, which will be rolled out company-wide at Seino Transportation.

Facts:
- Since 2015
- Since 2018
- In August 2022
- Since 2023

## Launch of the 3rd installment in the “ito/oshi” series of products supporting fandom activities

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000065544.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341987-en.html
- anchor: #n3380700
- Companies mentioned: プラス株式会社、富士フイルム株式会社

プラス株式会社 will release 4 products in 6 variations from the 3rd installment of its “ito/oshi” series of products supporting fandom activities on October 22, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 22, 2026
- 4 products
- 6 items
- 3,960 yen
- 990 yen
- 495 yen
- 435ｇ
- approximately 90 sheets

## Swedish-born Blueair celebrates its 30th anniversary, announcing 3 new products to refresh the air in your home

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000000862.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341986-en.html
- anchor: #n3380699
- Companies mentioned: Blueair、セールス・オンデマンド株式会社、日本電機工業会、RISE Research Institute of Sweden AB

Air purifier brand Blueair, founded in Sweden, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. 3 new products were announced by its Japanese general distributor, セールス・オンデマンド株式会社.

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of founding
- celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2026
- removes 99.97% of airborne fine particles
- Blueair Store price (tax included): ¥23,100
- Blueair store price (tax included): ¥17,600

## Japan Women's University Library receives former collection of Ryunosuke Akutagawa bearing his autograph

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000073471.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341984-en.html
- anchor: #n3380698
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 日本女子大学、株式会社国書刊行会、丸善、岩波書店、東洋英和女学校、学習院大学

Japan Women's University Library received Volume 2 of the complete works of Fiona Macleod, bearing Ryunosuke Akutagawa's autograph, from English literature scholar Takenori Nanjo.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 8
- All 7 volumes
- Vol.2
- For more than 35 years
- 160 books
- 1958 (Showa 33)
- 100 years after his death
- 1971
- 1975
- 12th
- 1987
- More than 10,000 people
- 120th anniversary
- 2021
- FY2024
- Fiscal 2027
- Fiscal 2028
- FY2029

## eBay expands live commerce in Japan

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000015238.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341983-en.html
- anchor: #n3380697
- Companies mentioned: イーベイ・ジャパン株式会社、eBay、eBay Inc.、株式会社JP.Company、Monoshare、株式会社ZEROKALA、Zerosix

eBay Japan is expanding access to its eBay Live live-commerce feature for Japanese sellers, moving from an invitation-only system to an application-based one.

Facts:
- Supporting cross-border e-commerce (overseas sales) for Japanese sellers for more than 17 years
- 93% of sellers using eBay Live
- In 2026, rapidly expanding the categories offered and regions covered
- 14 years of selling on eBay
- 3 years of using eBay Live
- It has now grown to 40–50 items
- Followers have also increased to about 2 times their previous number
- They have grown to 176,000
- Less than 1 year of selling on eBay
- 3 months of using eBay Live
- In more than 190 markets worldwide
- Founded in San Jose, California, in the United States in 1995
- It achieved gross merchandise volume of approximately $80 billion in 2025
- Approximately $80 billion in gross merchandise volume

## [Second location in Shizuoka Prefecture] LOWYA to open a physical store at LaLaport Numazu on Friday, October 30, 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000026707.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341956-en.html
- anchor: #n3380696
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベガコーポレーション、LOWYA

LOWYA, a furniture brand operated by 株式会社ベガコーポレーション, will open a physical store at LaLaport Numazu in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, on October 30, 2026. It will be the brand's second location in Shizuoka Prefecture and its 20th overall.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Second location in Shizuoka Prefecture
- Opening of the 20th location overall
- Approximately 240 m²
- 5,000 yen or more including tax
- It marks its 23rd anniversary this year
- Has opened 19 physical stores nationwide
- More than 1,700 items
- The total number of followers has exceeded 3 million
- Cumulative downloads have surpassed 1 million

## Cloud-based property information management service ZISEDAI LAND launches single sign-on integration with HENNGE One

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000051940.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341980-en.html
- anchor: #n3380695
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タスキホールディングス、株式会社ZISEDAI、HENNGE株式会社

ZISEDAI, a group company of 株式会社タスキホールディングス, announced that its cloud-based property information management service ZISEDAI LAND has launched single sign-on (SSO) integration with HENNGE株式会社's cloud security service HENNGE One.

Facts:
- No. 1 in sales share for 5 consecutive years
- More than 3 million users

## <A book developed from the “Editorial Board” connecting 750,000 creators with businesses> “The Former Demon King's Armory Keeper Opens a Rental Weapons Shop! 1” to begin rolling out from October 25 (Sunday) through the e-book label じゆうに文庫!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000064443.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341970-en.html
- anchor: #n3380694
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社indent、ワールド・ハイビジョン・チャンネル株式会社、BS12 トゥエルビ、じゆうに文庫、Nola

株式会社indent announced that “The Former Demon King's Armory Keeper Opens a Rental Weapons Shop! 1” will be released on October 25, 2026, through the e-book label じゆうに文庫 of ワールド・ハイビジョン・チャンネル株式会社, which operates BS12 トゥエルビ.

Facts:
- More than 750,000 creators
- More than 3.5 million original works in total
- Starting Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026

## TECO Design and スマートキャンプ株式会社 launch business partnership to support SaaS “selection through implementation and adoption”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000055072.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341975-en.html
- anchor: #n3380693
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TECO Design、TECO Design、スマートキャンプ株式会社、スマートキャンプ、BOXIL、株式会社ビズヒント

株式会社TECO Design and スマートキャンプ株式会社 have launched a business partnership to support SaaS selection through implementation and adoption, and will begin offering BOXIL cloud implementation support for the human resources and labor management sector on October 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Implementation support for more than 1,000 companies to date
- Starting Oct. 15, 2026
- Has supported the implementation of HR and labor management cloud services at more than 1,000 companies

## “サンマルクカフェ＆茶,” a brand focused on tea and its 7th location nationwide, “サンマルクカフェ＆茶 両国東口店,” to open from Wednesday, October 21

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000085701.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341973-en.html
- anchor: #n3380692
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンマルクカフェ、サンマルクカフェ、サンマルクカフェ＆茶、サンマルクカフェ＆茶 両国東口店、サンマルクカフェ 両国西口店

株式会社サンマルクカフェ will open a new サンマルクカフェ＆茶 location, 両国東口店, in Ryogoku, Sumida City, Tokyo, on October 21, 2026. The brand's 7th location nationwide will feature a tea-focused concept and begin selling special sets with limited-edition tickets to mark its opening.

Facts:
- The 7th location nationwide
- Fourth location in Tokyo
- Starting October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
- ¥500 off your bill
- Store area: 42.26 tsubo
- Seating capacity: 71 non-smoking seats
- Opened its first location in Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo, in 1999
- Established: March 1989

## Into the light illuminated by one of the world's largest Baccarat chandeliers: “Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS” illumination event at Yebisu Garden Place

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000016744.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341954-en.html
- anchor: #n3380691
- Companies mentioned: サッポロ不動産開発株式会社、バカラ社、バカラパシフィック株式会社、SUS株式会社、ウェスティンホテル東京

The “Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS” illumination event, centered on a chandelier made by バカラ社, will be held at Yebisu Garden Place, operated by サッポロ不動産開発株式会社, from November 14, 2026, to January 11, 2027.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 (national holiday)
- It marks its 27th year this year
- Approximately 100,000 lights
- A total of 8,500 crystal pieces
- A total of 250 lights
- It takes as long as 15,000 hours
- Total weight of aluminum: approximately 11 tons

## 株式会社PLAY sponsors JPHACKS, one of Japan's largest hack events for students, as a Gold Sponsor

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000048688.html
- anchor: #n3380690
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PLAY、Hulu、TVer

株式会社PLAY will sponsor JPHACKS 2026, a hack event for students to be held in October 2026, as a Gold Sponsor. This marks its 3rd consecutive year of sponsorship.

Facts:
- October 2026
- 3rd consecutive year

## Japan HP announces the HP OmniBook Ultra 16 AI PC, supporting next-generation AI experiences

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000068112.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341967-en.html
- anchor: #n3380689
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 日本HP、HP Inc.、NVIDIA

株式会社日本HP has announced the HP OmniBook Ultra 16 AI PC, a next-generation 16-inch AI PC equipped with NVIDIA RTX Spark. Designed for creators and developers, it features up to 128GB of memory and a 99Wh battery, with orders opening on October 29.

Facts:
- 16-inch
- Up to 128GB of unified memory
- Up to 1 petaflop of FP4 AI performance
- 99Wh battery
- Up to 17 hours of battery life
- Can be charged to up to 50% in about 30 minutes
- From ¥796,400
- From ¥596,200
- From ¥1,294,700

## [Survey on the actual situation following the April 2026 legal revision] Supporting employees in balancing treatment and work: the challenge of reconciling “privacy protection” with “understanding from those around them”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000049399.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341965-en.html
- anchor: #n3380688
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WHI Holdings、株式会社Works Human Intelligence、WHI総研、Works Business College、ITR

株式会社Works Human Intelligence conducted a survey on the state of support for balancing treatment and work following the April 2026 legal revision. Responses from 39 corporations revealed that while individual accommodations are advancing, company-wide rules are lagging, and challenges include shortages of replacement staff and reconciling privacy protection with understanding from those around the employee.

Facts:
- Coordination with occupational physicians and health staff (75.6%)
- Individual adjustments to job duties and other matters (65.9%)
- 特になし...全体の約7割（68.3%）
- Difficulty securing replacement staff (56.1%)
- 約3割（26.8%）の企業担当者が
- 約4割（41.5%）が
- Track record of implementation across approximately 1,200 corporate groups

## From Planet Vol. 249: Survey on Attitudes Toward Eye Strain and Presbyopia

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000030978.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341964-en.html
- anchor: #n3380687
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラネット、株式会社ネオマーケティング

株式会社プラネット announced the results of a survey on attitudes toward eye strain and presbyopia (4,000 respondents) as the 249th issue of “From Planet.” Some 62.6% said they were aware of having presbyopia, with awareness highest among people in their late 40s. The most common situation for eye strain was looking at a smartphone, at 46.7%. The top factor in choosing eye drops was “in-store displays, POP materials, and price tags,” cited by 26.6%; repeat purchases were uncommon. The survey was conducted by 株式会社ネオマーケティング from Aug. 27 to 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Survey on Attitudes Toward Eye Strain and Presbyopia (4,000 respondents)
- “Nearsightedness, astigmatism, and farsightedness” ranked highest at 48.7%
- “Presbyopia” (38.4%)
- “When looking at a smartphone or mobile phone” was the most common answer at 46.7%
- A total of 62.6% said they were aware of having presbyopia in some form
- “Late 40s” was the most common answer at 24.5%
- “I do nothing in particular” accounted for 25.1%
- “Use over-the-counter eye drops” ranked first at 34.5%
- “Text on smartphones and mobile phones” was the most common answer at 30.8%
- “In-store displays, POP materials, and price tags” ranked highest at 26.6%
- Period: Aug. 27 to 31, 2026; responses were collected online from 4,000 people.

## [Free online seminar on Tuesday, Oct. 20] How field-sales-focused AI is transforming frontline operations and management

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000015260.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341963-en.html
- anchor: #n3380686
- Companies mentioned: UPWARD株式会社、UPWARD、Salesforce、関西大学、Zoom

UPWARD株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 20, 2026, introducing how the implementation of UPWARD, an AI solution dedicated to field sales, can transform frontline operations and management.

Facts:
- October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
- From 13:00
- Approximately 70%
- About 60%
- 2022
- 2026
- 2020
- 2025

## Sprocket wins the top “Leader” award in the Web Customer Engagement Tools and A/B Testing Tools categories at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000232.000032195.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341962-en.html
- anchor: #n3380685
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sprocket、アイティクラウド株式会社

株式会社Sprocket won the top “Leader” award in the Web Customer Engagement Tools and A/B Testing Tools categories at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, marking its 20th consecutive term receiving the award in the Web Customer Engagement Tools category.

Facts:
- For the 20th consecutive term
- September 2026

## ヴァリューズ 齋藤ロベルト義晃が 一般社団法人 日本エビデンスベーストマーケティング研究機構（EBMI）の「主任研究員」に就任

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000007396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341955-en.html
- anchor: #n3380684
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴァリューズ、一般社団法人日本エビデンスベーストマーケティング研究機構、EBMI、ヴァリューズクリエイターズ

齋藤ロベルト義晃 of 株式会社ヴァリューズ has been appointed “Senior Researcher” at 一般社団法人日本エビデンスベーストマーケティング研究機構（EBMI）.

Facts:
- On a scale of 2.5 million people
- Capital: 100 million yen

## ＼A luxurious treat you can only find in fall／ Rare domestic plum ‘秋姫’ arrives in the popular scone sandwiches, made with special care!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000026945.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341951-en.html
- anchor: #n3380683
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フレッシュネス、コロワイドグループ、JA中野市、フレッシュネスバーガー

株式会社フレッシュネス will launch a limited-time scone sandwich made with domestic plum ‘秋姫’ and Hokkaido cream cheese at フレッシュネスバーガー starting Oct. 21, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
- ¥450
- Tuesday, Nov. 24
- +380 yen
- +300 yen
- +100 yen

## A new “Pale Aqua” color joins the popular “Toffy Direct-Drip Aroma Coffee Maker” in the Toffy series

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000001231.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341950-en.html
- anchor: #n3380682
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラドンナ、Toffy

株式会社ラドンナ will launch a new “Pale Aqua” color for the “Toffy Direct-Drip Aroma Coffee Maker” from the Toffy brand on Oct. 21, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 21, 2026
- ¥10,000
- 3 stages
- Approx. 140 (W) × 300 (H) × 195 (D) mm
- Approx. 1,140 g
- Rated power consumption: 600 W
- Water tank capacity (maximum): 480 mL

## ＼Irresistible potatoes that pair perfectly with drinks arrive at Furebaru／ “Garlic Mentaiko Cream Cheese Potatoes,” with the rich flavor of mentaiko and savory garlic

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000026945.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341949-en.html
- anchor: #n3380681
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フレッシュネス、コロワイドグループ、株式会社コロワイド、C-United

株式会社フレッシュネス will launch “Garlic Mentaiko Cream Cheese Potatoes” for a limited time from Oct. 21, 2026, at Furebaru, the evening-only service at Freshness Burger.

Facts:
- Starting October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Enjoy it for 780 yen
- Garlic Mentaiko Cream Cheese Potatoes: 520 yen
- Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026
- From 16:00
- Number of stores: 3,198

## [Held Oct. 27 and 28] Corporate messaging service KDDI Message Cast to exhibit jointly with KDDI Digital Design at “ServiceNow World Forum Tokyo 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000026286.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341657-en.html
- anchor: #n3380456
- Companies mentioned: Supership株式会社、KDDI、KDDI Message Cast、KDDIデジタルデザイン株式会社、ServiceNow Japan合同会社、ServiceNow

KDDI Message Cast, a corporate messaging service jointly operated by Supership and KDDI, will exhibit jointly with KDDI Digital Design at “ServiceNow World Forum Tokyo 2026,” held on Oct. 27 and 28, 2026. The companies will showcase solutions integrating generative AI; advance registration is free.

Facts:
- 2026
- More than 100 sessions

## [チーズガーデン] Limited-time sale at cafes serving the menu from Nov. 1 (Sun.) to Nov. 17 (Tue.): “Tea & Cheese 2026,” a tea and cheese pairing series

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000040854.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341655-en.html
- anchor: #n3380455
- Companies mentioned: コロワイドグループ、チーズガーデン、株式会社庫や、日本紅茶協会、チーズ普及協議会、日本輸入チーズ普及協会

チーズガーデン, part of the コロワイドグループ and operated by 株式会社庫や, will offer “Tea & Cheese 2026,” a tea and cheese pairing series, for a limited time at locations serving the cafe menu from Nov. 1 to 17, 2026.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Tuesday, Nov. 17
- 7 drink items
- Tea and Rare Cheesecake Drink: 900 yen
- Tea Jelly Milk Tea (Goyoutei): 700 yen
- Milk tea: 550 yen each
- 3-item set: 手茶, Goyoutei Mini Cheesecake, and Cheesecake Soft Serve, 980 yen
- 2-item set: 手茶 and Goyoutei Mini Cheesecake, 650 yen
- The 15 locations listed below
- The 13 locations listed below

## B-EN-G and 産経新聞社 to co-host “GLASIAOUS Next 2026” on Nov. 10

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000010655.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341658-en.html
- anchor: #n3380454
- Companies mentioned: ビジネスエンジニアリング株式会社、B-EN-G、株式会社産業経済新聞社、産経新聞社、GLASIAOUSコンソーシアム、レディーバードキャピタル合同会社、株式会社グローバル・パートナーズ・コンサルティング、Global Gateway Advisors Pte Ltd、BDO CaN FAS 合同会社、BDO Japan (BDO三優監査法人)、San Space Japan 合同会社、ASAトータルソリューション株式会社、マネーフォワードコンサルティング株式会社、日本マイクロソフト株式会社、パーカーエンジニアリング株式会社、HR GENESIS株式会社、Microsoft社

B-EN-G and 産経新聞社 will co-host the online forum “GLASIAOUS Next 2026” on Nov. 10, 2026. The event will offer practical insights into global management amid geopolitics, AI, and a weak yen. Capacity is 500, and participation is free.

Facts:
- Nov. 10, 2026
- 500 people
- 37 countries and regions
- More than 1,900 companies

## “AI × Webinars | A sharing session on ‘How we do it at our organizations’”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000048571.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341656-en.html
- anchor: #n3380453
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Bizibl Technologies、Bizibl、WeWork KANDA SQUARE

株式会社Bizibl Technologies will hold an in-person event, “AI × Webinars | A sharing session on ‘How we do it at our organizations’,” at WeWork KANDA SQUARE on Oct. 28, 2026, focusing on practical ways to use generative AI in webinar production.

Facts:
- Oct. 28, 2026
- Capacity: 15 people
- 18:00〜20:00

## “My child turned into a sheep!” スタジオキャラット to hold a limited-time photo session ahead of the New Year

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000060054.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341654-en.html
- anchor: #n3380452
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャラット、スタジオキャラット

スタジオキャラット, a photo studio operated by 株式会社キャラット, will hold a limited-time photo session themed around the zodiac animal “sheep” for 2027. The event is for children aged 0 to 8 and costs 11,000 yen (tax included). “Zodiac photo goods” will also be available at all locations for those who do not take part in the photo session.

Facts:
- 2027
- October 5, 2026
- Ages 0 to 8
- About 30 minutes
- 11,000 yen
- 80 cm
- 3 data cuts
- 1,980 yen
- 20 cuts

## 【武蔵野美術大学】社会連携プロジェクトの道のりを読み解く 企画展「やわらかな共創──つながる、ひらめく、変わる ムサビの社会連携」を開催

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000083551.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341660-en.html
- anchor: #n3380451
- Companies mentioned: 武蔵野美術大学、学校法人武蔵野美術大学、帝国美術学校、JR中央・総武線、東京メトロ有楽町線、南北線、都営新宿線、peatix

武蔵野美術大学 will open a special exhibition introducing its social collaboration projects, “Soft Co-Creation—Connecting, Inspiring, Changing: Musabi’s Social Collaboration,” on November 14, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- 12⽉3⽇（⽊）
- 11：00−19：00
- 最終⽇は17：00まで
- November 14, 2026 (Saturday), 18:30–20:00
- November 27, 2026 (Friday), 19:00–21:00
- December 2, 2026 (Wednesday), 19:00–21:00
- As part of the university's 100th anniversary project
- Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2029
- Founded in 1929
- 造形学部と造形構想学部の2学部に
- With 12 departments
- The number of graduates totals 77,000

## How can the finance industry prepare for increasingly complex cyber threats as AI adoption advances? “FINANCE CONFERENCE” to explore the front lines of security, to be held February 25, 2027 | セミナーインフォ

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000145072.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341749-en.html
- anchor: #n3380450
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セミナーインフォ

株式会社セミナーインフォ will hold “FINANCE CONFERENCE” on February 25, 2027, focusing on cybersecurity measures in the finance industry.

Facts:
- February 25, 2027
- 14:00-18:15

## It’s mala soup, but tastes just like Italian food! New “Tomato Soy Milk Mala Soup” from 転転麻辣湯 launches October 16 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000071963.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341742-en.html
- anchor: #n3380449
- Companies mentioned: 僕と私と株式会社、転転麻辣湯

僕と私と株式会社 will launch a new menu item, “Tomato Soy Milk Mala Soup,” at its specialty mala soup restaurant 転転麻辣湯 in Daikanyama from October 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- ¥1,540 (tax included)
- 1,430 yen (tax included)

## [Flying Tiger] Santas, dinosaurs and broccoli! A new collection of 55 unique, customizable ornaments

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000119592.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341720-en.html
- anchor: #n3380448
- Companies mentioned: Flying Tiger Copenhagen、Zebra Japan株式会社、楽天市場ストア

Flying Tiger Copenhagen (operated by Zebra Japan株式会社) will run a Christmas campaign from October to December and begin selling its collection of 55 customizable ornaments on October 16, 2026.

Facts:
- 55 varieties
- 31 carefully selected varieties
- ¥550 each
- 440 yen each
- 330 yen each
- 990 yen
- 220 yen
- ¥660
- All 66 stores
- In 1995
- Oct. 16, 2026

## What’s the right look for my eyebrows? “Eyebrow Dojo” at ルクア大阪 teaches you to find your own style with help from eyebrow artists

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000263.000014414.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341714-en.html
- anchor: #n3380447
- Companies mentioned: JR西日本SC開発株式会社、ルクア大阪、LUCUA osaka、LUCUA、LUCUA 1100、LUCUA SOUTH、トキメキ事業部、ムダ満喫CLUB、me project、なりきりツアーズ

The “Eyebrow Dojo” event, where eyebrow artists teach participants how to groom and shape their eyebrows, will be held at ルクア大阪, operated by JR西日本SC開発株式会社, on November 14 and 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- 2,500 yen

## Teradata offers new feature to accelerate distributed Python and AI processing without moving data

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000018629.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341710-en.html
- anchor: #n3380446
- Companies mentioned: 日本テラデータ株式会社、Teradata、AWS、Microsoft Azure、Google Cloud

Teradata has begun general availability of Elastic Python Compute, a distributed Python execution feature for its enterprise data analytics and AI environment, AI Studio. Its Ray-based architecture enables parallel processing of large-scale AI and machine-learning workloads without moving data. Demonstrations in the finance, telecommunications and public sectors have reported results including significant speed gains and improved accuracy.

Facts:
- Up to 84 times faster
- 3 times faster
- Execution time reduced by more than 90%
- Reduced from 4 hours to 20 minutes
- 12% improvement in accuracy

## [Good Safety Confirmation Award 2026] Organizations recognized for outstanding performance in nationwide drill

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000032205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341704-en.html
- anchor: #n3380445
- Companies mentioned: トヨクモ株式会社、地中空間開発株式会社、大阪アサノコンクリート株式会社、国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構、建設サービス株式会社、株式会社コトリオ、首都高ETCメンテナンス株式会社、第一アイペット損害保険株式会社、株式会社トーコン、株式会社パソナグループ、富士ソフト株式会社

トヨクモ株式会社 has announced the companies and organizations that achieved outstanding results in the 9th nationwide drill for its corporate safety confirmation system, “Safety Confirmation Service 2,” as the recipients of the “Good Safety Confirmation Award 2026.”

Facts:
- 2,629 companies
- 1,094,942 people
- 5,000 contracts

## Tokyu Corporation 5050 series × OJICO: 2026 long-sleeved T-shirts launch from OJICO!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000054426.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341698-en.html
- anchor: #n3380444
- Companies mentioned: OJICO、有限会社チャンネルアッシュ、東急電鉄株式会社、東急百貨店たまプラーザ店

OJICO (有限会社チャンネルアッシュ) will begin advance sales on October 16 of 2026 long-sleeved T-shirts featuring a collaboration between the Tokyu Corporation 5050 series and the character Norurun.

Facts:
- 4,840 yen, including tax
- 6,600 yen, tax included
- October 16

## Around 200 urban families experience the “bounty of autumn” at rice harvesting! Angelica Nursery School holds rice-harvesting event in Nagara, Chiba Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000276.000008125.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341686-en.html
- anchor: #n3380443
- Companies mentioned: 千株式会社、株式会社アンジェリカ

千株式会社 and 株式会社アンジェリカ held a rice-harvesting event for around 207 parents and children in Nagara, Chiba Prefecture, on September 6, 2026.

Facts:
- 207 parents and children
- Sep. 6, 2026 (Sun.)

## New colors inspired by snowy mountains join the versatile Ever Breath Snow Line, suitable for everything from alpine climbing to backcountry｜finetrack（ファイントラック）

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000099387.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341682-en.html
- anchor: #n3380442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社finetrack、finetrack

株式会社finetrack has added new colors for 2026 FALL&WINTER to its Ever Breath Snow Line hard shells, designed for activities ranging from alpine climbing to backcountry skiing.

Facts:
- Price: 74,030 yen (tax included)
- Weight: 570 g (size M)
- Price: 61,336 yen (tax included)
- Weight: 470 g (size M)
- Horizontal stretch: 127%
- Vertical stretch: 127%
- 2026 FALL&WINTER
- Thursday, September 10

## [Recommendations] Scenarios for the international landscape in 2035 and Japan’s course

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000050210.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341667-en.html
- anchor: #n3380441
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三菱総合研究所、三菱総合研究所、MRI

三菱総合研究所 has analyzed the economic impact of trade fragmentation, envisioning a “world order without a hegemon” in 2035. It recommends combining de-risking with deeper free trade agreements in the Indo-Pacific to mitigate the negative impact on real GDP.

Facts:
- 2035
- Five trends
- 3 scenarios
- ▲0.32% compared with the baseline
- ＋0.36％
- ＋0.04％

## NeoJapan to exhibit at the 2nd IT & Information Systems DXPO Fukuoka '26

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000056870.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341766-en.html
- anchor: #n3380440
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネオジャパン、ブティックス株式会社、株式会社neoAI

株式会社ネオジャパン will exhibit at the 2nd IT & Information Systems DXPO Fukuoka '26, organized by ブティックス株式会社, on October 22–23, 2026. Products on display will include desknet's NEO, AppSuite, ChatLuck and neoAI Chat for desknet's.

Facts:
- More than 5.4 million users served
- Founded in 1992
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026

## 2nd feature on the Hong Kong action blockbuster “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In”! [Twilight of the Warriors: All Together! Complete Edition] A showcase of films featuring the cast who played “城寨四少” and the formidable foe Wong Gau‼

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000010255.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341764-en.html
- anchor: #n3380439
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＡＸＮエンタテインメント、ザ・シネマ、Media Asia Film Production Limited、Entertaining Power Co. Limited、One Cool Film Production Limited、Lian Ray Pictures Co. Ltd、Stuntman Film Production Co. Ltd.、Emperor Film Production Company Limited、Emperor Film and Entertainment (Beijing) Limited、Tencent Pictures Culture Media Company Limited、Super Bullet Pictures Limited、Filmko Entertainment Limited.

The film channel ザ・シネマ will present the 2nd feature on cast members’ other works from the Hong Kong action film “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” on October 25, alongside a related campaign.

Facts:
- October 25 (Sun)
- 9:00 a.m.
- 125 minutes
- 114 minutes
- 101 minutes
- 127 minutes
- 119 minutes
- 118 minutes
- 13.2 billion yen
- 10万の大軍

## T&G signs agreement to operate a new hotel

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000012799.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341762-en.html
- anchor: #n3380438
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ、T&G、コロンビア・ワークス株式会社、コロンビア・ワークス

株式会社テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ (T&G) has signed an agreement to operate a hotel of around 50 rooms being developed by コロンビア・ワークス in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture.

Facts:
- Number of guest rooms: around 50
- Average guest room area: around 70 m²
- Management contract begins: fiscal 2031
- Approximately 10.74 million people in 2025
- Plans to open 20 hotels finalized as of fiscal 2030
- 10 hotels have been brought to fruition

## 【Bリーグ中継】アルバルク東京 VS 宇都宮ブレックス 2026年11月1日（日）夜7時より放送決定！～昨季東地区王者・宇都宮をホームに迎える熱き頂上決戦～

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000122205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341752-en.html
- anchor: #n3380437
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、アルバルク東京、宇都宮ブレックス、りそなグループ

TOKYO MXは、B.LEAGUE PREMIERのアルバルク東京対宇都宮ブレックス戦を2026年11月1日19:00より放送する。

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 19:00

## マウザー、世界有数の受動部品メーカーYAGEO Group製品約7万点を在庫

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000136133.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341750-en.html
- anchor: #n3380436
- Companies mentioned: Mouser Electronics, Inc.、マウザー・エレクトロニクス、マウザー、YAGEO Group、YAGEO、KEMET、Pulse Electronics

マウザー・エレクトロニクスは、YAGEO Groupの製品約7万点を在庫として提供開始。SSD用コンデンサや高電圧絶縁モジュールなど最新製品を含む30万点以上のラインナップを注文可能とし、設計エンジニア向けコンテンツも展開。

Facts:
- Approximately 70,000 items are in stock
- More than 300,000 products are available to order
- Up to 22A on single phase
- Up to 110A on 三-phase
- HXE1 10kV high-voltage insulation module
- More than 6.8 million products available
- From more than 1,200 manufacturer brands

## [Omicale surpasses 1.1 million members] The No. 1 platform for matchmaking and dating events | Making the excitement of real-life encounters a unique value and leading the matchmaking events industry

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000301.000020019.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341746-en.html
- anchor: #n3380435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オミカレ

株式会社オミカレが運営する婚活・恋活イベントプラットフォーム「オミカレ」の全国会員数が110万人に到達したと発表。同社は「トキメキ創造戦略」を推進し、異業種や自治体との共創によりリアルな出会いの機会創出を目指す。

Facts:
- Nationwide membership has reached 1.1 million
- Women, who make up approximately 58% of members

## 70% of previous attendees valued networking with people from other companies. Japan Management Association to hold “JMA Marketers’ Party 2026” on Oct. 21 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000016501.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341740-en.html
- anchor: #n3380434
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本能率協会、JMA、サントリー

一般社団法人日本能率協会は、若手マーケター向け交流イベント「JMAマーケターズ・パーティー2026」を2026年10月21日に開催する。前回のアンケートで7割が他社との交流を重視しており、今回は定員を350名に拡大して実施する。

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- Approximately 2 times as many, at 350 attendees
- Satisfaction rate: 93%
- 5,500 yen (tax included, including the reception fee)

## 滋賀県草津市の若竹福祉総合学院に新スポーツを導入決定！県の補助金を活用し、まちの誰もが集い、体を動かせる場所へ

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000020005.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341733-en.html
- anchor: #n3380433
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社meleap、社会福祉法人若竹会、若竹福祉総合学院、REX FIELD

株式会社meleapが開発するARスポーツ「HADO」が、滋賀県草津市の社会福祉法人若竹会が運営する若竹福祉総合学院に導入されることが決定した。滋賀県の補助金を活用し、障害のある方を中心に交流・学習・運動の機会を創出する。2026年10月31日には同学院で無料のHADO体験会を開催する予定。

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Time: 13:00–16:00
- Last entry: 15:30
- 1回あたり約15分程度
- 6 students
- December 2025

## Inquiries surge after TV coverage! Free trial demonstrations of commercial pressure cookers that “cut preparation time by 75%” greatly expanded

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000030130.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341729-en.html
- anchor: #n3380432
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テンポスホールディングス、株式会社明和製作所、キッチンテクノ株式会社、テレビ東京、テンポスグループ

株式会社テンポスホールディングスは、テレビ東京『カンブリア宮殿』での業務用圧力寸胴紹介後、問い合わせが急増したため、製造元の株式会社明和製作所と連携し、無料試作デモの受け入れ枠を大幅に拡大する緊急体制を整えた。

Facts:
- Aired Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026
- Previously took 10–12 hours
- Reduced to approximately 2–2.5 hours
- Commercial pressure cookers: 50L, 90L, 110L, 130L

## “Wantedly Awards 2026” honors companies for their recruitment efforts | 14 companies recognized from approximately 40,000 for outstanding “values-based hiring”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000311.000021198.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341725-en.html
- anchor: #n3380431
- Companies mentioned: ウォンテッドリー株式会社、株式会社ログラス、株式会社yutori、匠技研工業株式会社、ウィルク株式会社、Gastroduce Japan株式会社、冒険社プラコレ、株式会社ジャンボ、アーチーズ株式会社、株式会社TAPP、株式会社ABABA、株式会社AIVICK、弁護士ドットコム株式会社、ユアサ労働組合、freee株式会社、株式会社人材研究所、株式会社サイバーエージェント

ウォンテッドリー株式会社は2026年9月25日、FUZE2026内で「Wantedly Awards 2026」を開催し、約4万社の利用企業から優れた採用活動を行った14社を表彰した。最高位のGOLDは株式会社ログラスが受賞した。

Facts:
- On September 25, 2026
- Approximately 40,000 companies
- All 14 companies
- This marks the 12th time the event has been held
- With 3 months free
- Approximately 20 times the odds
- 45,000 registered companies
- 4.5 million individual users

## A total of 68 exclusive experiences are here! Limited-time collaboration between “OWV” and FURYU XR photo booth mode “moove”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000130377.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341719-en.html
- anchor: #n3380430
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ、フリュー株式会社、NTTドコモ、吉本興業

株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブは、フリュー株式会社のXRプリモード『moove』およびシールプリント機『Meidy』、『SUKELU factory』と4人組ボーイズグループ「OWV」の期間限定コラボを実施する。

Facts:
- 4-member boy group
- Begins Oct. 19, 2026 (Monday)
- Sunday, January 17, 2027
- Held Sunday, Dec. 13
- Launched in August 2026

## “National Elementary School Toothbrushing Competition” wins the “Good Design Award 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000039983.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341717-en.html
- anchor: #n3380429
- Companies mentioned: ライオン株式会社、公益財団法人ライオン歯科衛生研究所、公益社団法人日本学校歯科医会、一般財団法人東京都学校保健会、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、(株)インテージSRI＋

ライオン株式会社などが主催する『全国小学生歯みがき大会』が「2026年度グッドデザイン賞」を受賞した。

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Marking its 83rd edition in 2026
- More than 3.3 million participants in total
- 5,984 elementary schools nationwide
- （32.1％）
- Approximately 326,000 participants
- 98.9% of participating teachers
- 3,986 teachers participated in the competition
- 92.9% of participating students
- 133,031 students participated in the competition

## フォロワーの声から生まれたROCO NAILS 星柄の2WAYリュックが楽天市場デイリーランキング「男女兼用バッグ」ジャンルで1位※1を獲得

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000322.000019306.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341713-en.html
- anchor: #n3380428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MUSCAT GROUP、株式会社松村商店、ROCO NAILS、楽天市場、Amazon

株式会社MUSCAT GROUPの100%子会社である株式会社松村商店が展開するバッグブランド「ROCO NAILS」の星柄2WAYリュックが、楽天市場の「男女兼用バッグ」ジャンルでデイリーランキング1位を獲得した。

Facts:
- Ranked No. 1※1
- Sold out in approximately 5 minutes
- 267 comments
- 1,734 saves
- 21,000 likes
- 3,820 saves
- 1,107 shares
- Spacious 20L capacity for school commutes
- Weighs approximately 370g
- Price: 5,280 yen (tax included)

## Expedia announces “Unpack ’27,” its 2027 travel trends report

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000328.000003373.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341711-en.html
- anchor: #n3380427
- Companies mentioned: エクスペディアホールディングス株式会社、エクスペディア・グループ、世界旅行ツーリズム協議会、WTTC、OnePoll、Market Research Society、ウォルト・ディズニー・ワールド、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン

エクスペディア・グループは、データとグローバル調査に基づき2027年の旅行トレンド「Unpack ’27」を発表した。注目旅行先10か所、童心に返る旅、ロケ地巡り旅の3つのトレンドが示され、特にZ世代の関心が高いことが特徴として挙げられている。

Facts:
- 26,000 travelers across 16 regions worldwide, including Japan
- South Lake Tahoe (United States) ... +195%
- Hyogo Prefecture (Japan) ★... +95%
- To enjoy a relaxing day out (69%)
- 57% of travelers worldwide say they are likely to book a “nostalgia trip” in 2027
- Up 41% year over year
- Theme parks (81%)
- About 1 in 5 people (18%)
- Travel searches increased by more than 120%

## SmartCamp and TECO Design launch business partnership to support SaaS selection, implementation and adoption

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000332.000012765.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341707-en.html
- anchor: #n3380426
- Companies mentioned: スマートキャンプ株式会社、TECO Design、株式会社ビズヒント

スマートキャンプ株式会社 and TECO Design have launched a business partnership to support SaaS selection, implementation and adoption, and will offer the new “BOXIL Cloud Implementation Support” service for human resources and labor management from October 15, 2026.

Facts:
- A track record of supporting the implementation of more than 1,000 companies (as of January 2025)
- Handles more than 15 cloud services for human resources and labor management
- Service launches on October 15, 2026

## Kourakuen 2027 Lucky Bag: Lottery sales exclusively through the official app; applications open Monday, November 16, 2026!!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000336.000029714.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341703-en.html
- anchor: #n3380425
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社幸楽苑

株式会社幸楽苑 announced that it will sell its 2027 lucky bags by lottery exclusively through its official app. Applications open on November 16, 2026, and the bags cost 3,000 yen, including contents worth a total of 4,990 yen. No first-come, first-served sales will be held in stores.

Facts:
- 3,000 yen (tax included)
- Worth a total of 4,990 yen
- The 2027 “lucky bag”

## ワールド・モード・ホールディングス publishes “Value Creation Report”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000337.000010360.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341697-en.html
- anchor: #n3380424
- Companies mentioned: ワールド・モード・ホールディングス株式会社、ワールド・モード・ホールディングス、iDA、BRUSH、AIAD、AIAD LAB、フォーアンビション、VISUAL MERCHANDISING STUDIO、双葉通信社、reward

ワールド・モード・ホールディングス has published a “Value Creation Report” on its website, expanding on its previous “Sustainability Report.” The report covers its approach to value creation in the fashion and beauty industries, its growth strategy through 2030, initiatives in human capital management, and progress in promoting sustainability based on 4 material issues.

Facts:
- Growth strategy through 2030
- Identifies key issues as 4 material topics
- 8 domestic operating companies
- Established a Sustainability Committee in 2020

## For health insurance societies: Now accepting inquiries about health program packages tailored by age, from people in their 30s at risk to frailty among those aged 60 and over

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000118106.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341651-en.html
- anchor: #n3380423
- Companies mentioned: フラクタルワークアウト株式会社、BODY PALETTE

フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has begun accepting inquiries from health insurance societies about age-specific health program packages that combine exercise and health education for members in 3 age groups: those in their 30s, those in their 40s and 50s, and those aged 60 and over.

Facts:
- People in their 30s
- Ages 40–50
- Ages 60 and over
- 1 year
- Ages 40 to 74
- April 1, 2020
- 50 million yen

## Support for areas affected by natural disasters

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000067873.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341614-en.html
- anchor: #n3380422
- Companies mentioned: 三井住友DSアセットマネジメント株式会社、日本赤十字社、中国赤十字会総会、三井住友德思私募基金管理（上海）有限公司

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Facts:
- Donation amount: 761,866 yen
- Employee donations: 380,933 yen
- Donation amount: 1,723,956 yen
- Matching gift from the company: 861,978 yen

## “GO Roll Call,” an automated roll-call service for taxi operators, now supports automated pre-shift roll calls, enabling fully unmanned roll-call operations

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000030664.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341613-en.html
- anchor: #n3380421
- Companies mentioned: GO株式会社、システムオリジン、Apple Inc.

GO株式会社 announced that its automated roll-call service “GO点呼” for taxi operators has been certified by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as equipment for automated pre-shift roll calls, and began supporting the process on October 15, 2026. This enables fully unmanned roll-call operations, reducing the workload of operations management and allowing staff to be reassigned.

Facts:
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- August 1977

## HENNGE One launches single sign-on integration with ZISEDAI LAND, a property information management service for the real estate industry

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000007098.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341610-en.html
- anchor: #n3380420
- Companies mentioned: HENNGE株式会社、株式会社タスキホールディングス、株式会社ZISEDAI

HENNGE株式会社 announced that its SaaS security service “HENNGE One” now supports single sign-on integration with “ZISEDAI LAND,” a property information management service for the real estate industry.

Facts:
- More than 3 million users
- On April 1, 2024
- For 5 consecutive years

## レブコム adds “Automation (beta),” a feature that automatically runs AI analysis, to “MiiTel Synapse Copilot”

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000037840.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341607-en.html
- anchor: #n3380419
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RevComm、レブコム、Forbes

株式会社RevComm has added “Automation (beta),” which automatically runs AI analysis on a specified schedule, to “Copilot Plus,” a feature of its “MiiTel Synapse Copilot” AI for analyzing call and meeting data.

Facts:
- Summarize 3 key insights
- The only Asian company in April 2023
- At CES® 2025 in January 2025
- At the “Japan Startup Awards 2025” in August 2025

## “Vintage Ribbon Collection,” for an elegant muted makeup look in soft rose tones; available exclusively on Qoo10 from Sunday, November 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000021350.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341605-en.html
- anchor: #n3380418
- Companies mentioned: アモーレパシフィックジャパン株式会社、エチュード、Qoo10、楽天、Amazon

韓国コスメブランド「エチュード」は、まろやかなローズカラーの限定コレクション『ビンテージリボンコレクション』を2026年11月1日よりQoo10などで限定発売する。

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Capacity: 3.2 mL
- Lasts 8 hours*¹
- Price: 2,750 yen, including tax
- Net weight: 7.3g

## New “Strategic PR Consulting” service to turn corporate value into social recognition in alignment with business strategy

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000058707.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341599-en.html
- anchor: #n3380417
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タナベコンサルティング、タナベコンサルティンググループ、TCG

株式会社タナベコンサルティング has launched “Strategic PR Consulting,” a service aimed at translating corporate value into social recognition in alignment with business strategy.

Facts:
- 9 group companies
- More than 1,000 professional personnel
- More than 22,100 companies supported

## New product “The Deacon Black” launches Monday, October 19! Major promotion spotlighting the brand’s innovative spirit kicks off, with “THE DEACON Crew” formed by 5 artist groups

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000406.000004201.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341597-en.html
- anchor: #n3380416
- Companies mentioned: ペルノ・リカール・ジャパン株式会社、THE DEACON、日本蒸奇博覧会、日本スチームパンク協会、Netflix、Disney+、WOWOW、HBO Max、日本テレビ、TBS、フジテレビ、TENCUPS、R2 SUPPERCLUB、COLORSOL QUALIA

Pernod Ricard Japan will launch “The Deacon Black,” a new product from premium Scotch whisky brand “THE DEACON,” on October 19. As part of a major promotion highlighting the brand’s innovative spirit, “THE DEACON Crew,” made up of 5 artist groups, has been formed. Activities will include a booth and performances at “日本蒸奇博覧会,” as well as original cocktails served at 5 bars in Tokyo.

Facts:
- On sale from Monday, October 19
- “日本蒸奇博覧会,” taking place on Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1
- 5 bars in Tokyo
- Admission: 1,500 yen per day (tax included)

## Automatically avoid unavailable delivery days with a one-time registration: “Delivery Day Preference Service” launches

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000417.000000537.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341595-en.html
- anchor: #n3380415
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MonotaRO、モノタロウ、ヤマト運輸株式会社

株式会社MonotaRO will launch the “Delivery Day Preference Service” on the モノタロウ website from October 15, 2026. Customers can register days when they are unable to receive deliveries, and the service will automatically select a preferred delivery date, aiming to reduce redeliveries and optimize logistics.

Facts:
- Available from October 15, 2026 (Thu.)
- Up to 5

## Inspired by gynecology, femcare brand est’re®《エストール》 renews its “Delicate Soft Gel Cream,” launching October 15

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000429.000047917.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341593-en.html
- anchor: #n3380414
- Companies mentioned: リゾートトラスト株式会社、株式会社アドバンスト・メディカル・ケア

リゾートトラスト株式会社のグループ会社である株式会社アドバンスト・メディカル・ケアは、婦人科学発想のフェムケアブランドest’re®《エストール》の「デリケートソフトジェルクリーム」を2026年10月15日にリニューアル発売する。

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- Approximately 450 plants
- 8 carefully selected strains
- 2,475 yen (tax included)
- 3,520 yen (tax included)
- 8,800 yen (tax included)
- 5,940 yen (tax included)
- 495 yen (tax included)
- 200,000,000 yen

## LTS signs partnership agreement with U-ZERO

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000433.000032743.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341645-en.html
- anchor: #n3380413
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エル・ティー・エス、LTS、株式会社U-ZERO、U-ZERO、ギャラップ社

株式会社エル・ティー・エス (LTS) and 株式会社U-ZERO have signed a partnership agreement to support organizational transformation and DX and business process reform, starting from employee voices (VoE).

Facts:
- 6% in 2024
- By 2030
- to 10%
- Global average: 23%

## “On the Beef,” offering the full flavor of 100% beef patties grilled directly over an open flame, is back for 1 week only at バーガーキング®! Enjoy it with simple salt and pepper or a signature sauce of your choice from 3 varieties, as a single or double!

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000433.000038980.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341577-en.html
- anchor: #n3380412
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーケー・ジャパン、バーガーキング®、レストランブランドインターナショナル

株式会社ビーケー・ジャパンは、2026年10月16日から1週間限定で、バーガーキング®の直火焼き100%ビーフパティを使用した「オン ザ ビーフ」など4種類の商品を復活発売する。

Facts:
- Limited to 1 week
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- Thursday, October 22
- Price: 450 yen
- Price: 900 yen
- Price: 550 yen
- Price: 1000 yen
- More than 19,000 stores
- Total sales of more than $35 billion

## Yoku Moku’s unsung star, a special gift to bring: “ポーム ド テール” goes on sale from Sunday, November 1

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000434.000012005.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341575-en.html
- anchor: #n3380411
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヨックモック

株式会社ヨックモック will begin selling its seasonal fruit cake “ポーム ド テール” at stores nationwide and online from November 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Since its launch in 1972
- Contains 1.3% alcohol
- ¥1,782 including tax
- Contents: 6 pieces
- ¥3,564 including tax
- Contents: 12 pieces

## “Apaman Shop Matsuyama-shiekihigashi Store (Corporate Housing Specialty Store),” specializing in corporate housing brokerage, opens October 15

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000439.000049635.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341581-en.html
- anchor: #n3380410
- Companies mentioned: APAMAN株式会社、株式会社アート不動産、株式会社東京商工リサーチ

株式会社アート不動産, an Apaman Shop member company operating under APAMAN株式会社, opened “Apaman Shop Matsuyama-shiekihigashi Store (Corporate Housing Specialty Store),” specializing in corporate housing brokerage, on October 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 9:00~18:00
- 3 No. 1 rankings

## [October 20 is Recycling Day] Turning used clothing into new resources: Dedicated tags encouraging clothing collection to be attached to nearly all products from fall/winter 2026

- Published: 2026-10-15T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000439.000115161.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4341579-en.html
- anchor: #n3380409
- Companies mentioned: 青山商事株式会社、洋服の青山、SUIT SQUARE、環境省、一般社団法人more trees、高知県梼原町

青山商事株式会社 is accelerating its “WEAR SHiFT” circular society initiative and will begin attaching dedicated clothing collection tags to nearly all products from the fall/winter 2026 collection.

Facts:
- Approximately 460,000 tons annually※1
- Reuse 99%
- More than 700 stores nationwide
- A total of 3,300 items donated
- 1kg=10 yen