From Japan-born wellness skincare brand LAPIDEM, the luxury anti-aging care line “TIMELESS,” pursuing beauty that transcends time, joins the RITUAL collection.
[Japan first] Taxi roofs become digital signage. Essen to begin commercial offering of “Rooftop Signage” in Fukuoka on Oct. 15—the first advertiser is “Minna Bank”
NUWORKS launches outsourced customer support desks for emergencies such as cyberattacks—providing follow-up calls and inquiry response
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NUWORKS株式会社 will begin offering outsourced customer support desks for cyberattack incidents, covering follow-up calls and inquiries, as well as on-demand call center equipment rentals, on October 15, 2026.
Facts
More than 30 companies and organizations disclosed damage in just a few days
Original1社で数百万件規模のアカウント情報が対象となった事案
Will launch on 2026/10/15
Original1席あたり月額40万円〜
Leveraging this network of approximately 3,200 people
EXPOLINE to conduct “Overseas Event Innovation Tour 2026,” exploring the latest event DX and MICE trends in Europe
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デジタルエクスペリエンス株式会社 will conduct “Overseas Event Innovation Tour 2026,” visiting major events in Europe from November 11 to 19, 2026, and is soliciting research topics through a participatory program.
“Famima Hometown Tax Donations,” “Kaburitsuki Calpas” and “Kurokirishima” added as coupon-book rewards! Shimizu Town, Hokkaido, and Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture, newly join!
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株式会社ファミマデジタルワン announced that Shimizu Town, Hokkaido, and Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture, have joined “Famima Hometown Tax Donations,” and that coupon-book rewards for “Kaburitsuki Calpas” and shochu “Kurokirishima” will be added from October 15, 2026.
株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 has published a free practical guide (PDF and Excel) explaining the new business launch process in 6 steps and organizing the “conditions for moving forward” and actions.
3 new seasonal varieties for autumn, including the “Sweet Potato Fresh Bagel Doughnut,” generously filled with rich homemade sweet potato cream!
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Osaka Horie-area bakery ボーノベーカリ will release 3 new seasonal items from October 16, 2026. The company, whose signature “Fresh Bagel Series” has sold more than 300,000 units in total, is introducing new products including the “Sweet Potato Fresh Bagel Doughnut,” made with homemade sweet potato cream.
株式会社アイビビッド’ beauty appliance brand LINKA will be featured at the experiential concept store 明日見世 on the 9th floor of 大丸東京店 from April 29 to July 21, 2026. Products featuring official ambassador Kasumi Mori are also planned to be exhibited.
Meeting-minutes AI “YOMEL” significantly upgrades its smartphone app, making it easier to “record and import” using just a smartphone
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株式会社PKSHA Infinity will upgrade the smartphone app for meeting-minutes AI “YOMEL,” launching a “fully offline mode” that allows recording without a network connection and an “audio file import” feature that turns audio saved on a smartphone into meeting minutes, from October 15, 2026.
Facts
Available from October 15, 2026 (Thu.)
Approximately 90% of meeting minutes are completed
More than 2,000 companies have adopted the service
CoLife × PKSHA Technology “Home Data Bank™️” adds phone calls to home histories
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株式会社CoLife and PKSHA Technology have begun integrating PKSHA Speech Insight with the data platform “Home Data Bank” for the housing OS “iecon,” converting calls from homeowners into text data and storing them.
Facts
Connects information across the following 6 areas
Original両社は2022年9月に
The company was integrated into PKSHA Technology in July 2025
Approximately 10% of Japan’s annual supply of newly built homes
Installed in approximately 50,000 homes
Installed in approximately 900,000 households
Companies mentioned：株式会社CoLife、PKSHA Technology、PKSHA Communication
Screenless healthcare band “POLAR Loop” now supports more intensive training scenarios
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Polar Electro Japan is expanding its screenless healthcare band “POLAR Loop” lineup, releasing a new model, “POLAR Loop Magnetic Silicone,” featuring a magnetic silicone wristband, and the “POLAR Loop Arm Band,” a replacement accessory for wearing on the upper arm, from October 15, 2026.
Facts
Suggested retail price: ¥30,800 (tax included)
Suggested retail price: ¥5,500 (tax included)
On sale starting October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Can be used continuously for up to approximately 8 days
AI Hack announces “Ground Truth Platform” concept centered on vector databases × MCP
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株式会社AI Hack announced its “Ground Truth Platform” concept based on vector databases and MCP, and launched hallucination detection and “AI Hack Agentify,” an agentic web tool. It also launched “AIO Media Partner,” an AI citation support service created in collaboration with third-party media.
Professional DIY Trailer Homes Now on Sale! Recruiting Franchise Partners.
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株式会社エリアノ has begun selling its “Professional DIY Trailer Homes,” which allow customers to customize the interior and exterior, and has opened nationwide recruitment for franchise partners, primarily in the construction and real estate industries. An online information session will be held on Oct. 27, 2026.
[ラーメン魁力屋] First Location in Tochigi Prefecture! 京都北白川 ラーメン魁力屋 Ashikaga location (Higashi-Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture) grand opens on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026!
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京都北白川 ラーメン魁力屋, operated by 株式会社魁力屋, will grand open its Ashikaga location, its first in Tochigi Prefecture, in Ashikaga City on Oct. 23, 2026, with commemorative prices.
Taiwan’s advanced agricultural technology and strong partnerships with the Japanese market bear fruit! The Taiwan Pavilion wraps up the 16th Agricultural WEEK (J-AGRI) to great success.
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The Taiwan Pavilion exhibited at the 16th Agricultural WEEK (J-AGRI), held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026. 41 Taiwanese companies exhibited, and business discussions reached 80 million Taiwan dollars. 株式会社トモトモ handled public relations.
A joint concert by the concert band “山の音楽隊” and the children’s group “にしわがキッズウインド” will be held in 西和賀町, Iwate Prefecture, on Nov. 14, 2026. The performers will number nearly 50, a record high, and range in age from 7 to people in their 70s.
Co-developed with 株式会社リーガルコーポレーション!! Men’s business shoes from 【WA!KARU/ワカル】 combine the refinement of genuine leather with sneaker comfort, on sale from Oct. 15 (Thursday).
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株式会社ダブルエー will begin selling its first genuine leather business shoes on Oct. 15 under the men’s footwear brand 【WA!KARU/ワカル】, co-developed with 株式会社リーガルコーポレーション.
Apples from 長野県 hit peak season! “Shinano Sweet” and other varieties arriving one after another at 銀座NAGANO
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長野県 has begun receiving apples from the prefecture, including Shinano Sweet and Akibae, at their peak season at its 銀座NAGANO information center. Shinano Gold is scheduled to go on sale in late October, followed by Fuji apples in November. A festival of appreciation will also be held to mark the center’s 12th anniversary in October 2026.
Ms.Engineer and Kansai Electric Power support women changing careers into AI and IT
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Ms.Engineer株式会社 and Kansai Electric Power will hold an event in Osaka for women seeking to change careers into AI and IT without prior experience, as part of their capital and business alliance.
ROLEUP opens Yamaguchi branch to support business succession and corporate value growth in local communities that underpin Japan’s supply chains
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株式会社ROLEUP opened a Yamaguchi branch in Shimonoseki City on Oct. 22, 2026. As its first location in the Chugoku region, it will provide M&A advisory services and business succession support.
シーイーシー and AGC jointly develop “SmartLogger Voice,” a speech recognition system that uses generative AI to pass down expert manufacturing skills to the next generation
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株式会社シーイーシー and AGC have jointly developed “SmartLogger Voice,” a speech recognition system that uses generative AI to preserve the tacit knowledge of skilled manufacturing workers. A trial at AGC manufacturing sites confirmed that work analysis time can be reduced to one-tenth or less of the previous level.
オージオ’s eggshell membrane beauty care evolves further. The new “Beauty Opener Inner Lift” inner-care series is designed to support a youthful appearance from within.
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株式会社オージオ launched 2 products—a supplement and a beauty drink—in its “Beauty Opener Inner Lift” inner-care series, whose main ingredient is eggshell membrane, on Oct. 14, 2026.
クロノス株式会社 will begin airing a new TV commercial for its time and attendance management and expense reimbursement system, “クロノス,” on Oct. 16. Comedian Atsuhiro Tsuda of the duo ダイアン stars in the commercial, partnering with corporate character ノッスン to highlight solutions to back-office challenges.
First-ever event in Marunouchi: Official circular store “ReLIKE” to open for a limited time at Shin-Marunouchi Building for “LUXURY ARCHIVES FAIR supported by 三菱地所”
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Free Standard株式会社 will hold its official circular store “ReLIKE” at Shin-Marunouchi Building from Oct. 16 to 25, 2026, for a limited time. The event, a luxury archive fair, is the first project in collaboration with 三菱地所 and the first of its kind in the Marunouchi area.
A long-selling favorite in its 24th year: The fall and winter staple “酸辣湯麺” is back this year!
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株式会社ハチバン will begin selling “酸辣湯麺,” a long-selling seasonal favorite for fall and winter, on Oct. 21, 2026. First released in 2003, the product is now in its 24th year, and became a standard menu item after its flavor was improved in 2015.
Facts
In its 24th year of sales
Starting October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
Original酸辣湯麺 850円
Founded in 1967
Launched in January 2003 as a winter-limited menu item
AI subtitle creation tool “ジマクル” launches “ジマクル ビジネスプラン” for businesses and local governments
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アルファサード株式会社 will launch “ジマクル ビジネスプラン,” a paid plan for businesses and local governments for its AI subtitle creation tool “ジマクル,” on Oct. 15, 2026. With support for multiple users, a comment feature and large-capacity storage, the plan helps organizations make their videos accessible.
SPACETIDE opens registration for “S-Booster 2026 DEMODAY & Business Matching,” connecting space startups with investors and operating companies
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一般社団法人SPACETIDE opened registration on Oct. 15 for “S-Booster 2026 DEMODAY & Business Matching,” an event connecting space startups with investors and operating companies. The event will be held on Dec. 7, 2026, at Tokyo Innovation Base, featuring presentations by 6 selected startups and 1-on-1 meetings.
【Kyoto City Sumiyoshi Children’s Center × ミライ式】Free fall special event for elementary school students, “Mystery-Solving Challenge,” on Saturday, Oct. 31
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The cram school 学習塾ミライ式, operated by 株式会社TricoLogic, will partner with Kyoto City Sumiyoshi Children’s Center to hold a free mystery-solving event for elementary school students on Oct. 31, 2026.
Pendoジャパン to hold “Pendo Novus Product Challenge 2026,” a development, testing and improvement initiative spanning about 1 month
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Pendo.io Japan株式会社 will hold “Pendo Novus Product Challenge 2026,” focused on product development and improvement using AI. Following an online development period of about 1 month, the final judging and awards ceremony will take place in Shibuya on Dec. 4, with a 300,000-yen prize awarded to the first-place winner.
Facts
Approximately 1 month
Prize: 300,000 yen
Prize money of 200,000 yen
Prize money of 100,000 yen
Up to 5 teams
35 trillion behavioral data points
Companies mentioned：Pendo.io, Inc.、Pendo.io Japan株式会社、Pendoジャパン、GitHub、WeWork、合同会社 NEXT PR
October is Pink Ribbon Month! Australian-born boxing fitness brand “UBX” launches a special initiative to support every woman’s health and active daily life
株式会社クォンタムフラワーズ＆フーズ（QFF） won an excellence award in the “25th Startup Mentoring Program,” hosted by 東京NBC on Oct. 5, 2026, and will advance to the final competition in March 2027.
Western Japan’s largest food business exhibition, “FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞,” to be held Nov. 18 and 19; 10th edition to be the largest ever
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The FOOD STYLE Kyushu Executive Committee (organizer: 株式会社イノベント) will hold “FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞” at マリンメッセ福岡 on Nov. 18 and 19, 2026. Marking its 10th edition, the event will be the largest ever, with more than 1,300 exhibitors from Japan and abroad showcasing over 3,250 items.
Facts
Original2026年11月18日（水）・19日（木）の2日間
At this exhibition, which marks its 10th edition
More than 1,300 companies from Japan and abroad will exhibit
More than 3,250 items will be showcased
More than 630 companies will be exhibiting for the first time
Employee benefits platform miive to speak at HR Conference 2026 - Fall -
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株式会社miive will speak at one of Japan’s largest events for HR professionals, “HR Conference 2026 - Fall -,” presenting a case study on achieving a monthly utilization rate of 90% through レオパレス21’s “Life+” employee benefits program.
Facts
Monthly utilization rate: 90%
An organization with multiple locations and approximately 4,000 employees
貴島明日香 to appear on the cover of the Oct. 15 issue of 『たまごクラブ』, revealing a new side of herself
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Model and entertainer 貴島明日香 will appear on the cover of the autumn issue of 『たまごクラブ』, on sale Oct. 15, and give an exclusive interview about her feelings during pregnancy and raising children.
A boat taking shape beneath glacier cliffs viewed from the waves | 石塚元太良’s solo exhibition “Glacier Diary” to be held at KOTARO NUKAGA (天王洲)
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石塚元太良’s solo exhibition “Glacier Diary” will be held at KOTARO NUKAGA from Oct. 31 to Dec. 19, 2026. The exhibition will feature panoramic works documenting glaciers pursued by sea kayak, three-dimensional works using photographic paper, and a screening of a documentary sponsored by ARC'TERYX.
ハクジュプラザ, where visitors can try the “Healthtron” electric potential therapy device, to open in 周南市, 山口県, in October; aims to build a local health community
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株式会社白寿生科学研究所 will open ハクジュプラザ 徳山駅前店, a showroom where visitors can try the “Healthtron” electric potential therapy device, in 周南市, 山口県, on Oct. 19, 2026.
“ワンコインで楽しめる！新春万福SHOW” will be held on Jan. 11, 2027, at 東京エレクトロン韮崎文化ホール in 韮崎市, 山梨県. Performers will include かがみもち, 春風亭弁橋 and 山梨県立韮崎工業高等学校太鼓部, presenting traditional performing arts with all seats reserved at 500 yen.
成蹊大学 to open omnibus lecture “共生社会トピックス” to the public on Oct. 20 and Nov. 10
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成蹊大学 will hold public omnibus lectures titled “共生社会トピックス,” organized by its Center for Asian and Pacific Studies, on Oct. 20 and Nov. 10, 2026. Topics will include cooperation between small and medium-sized enterprises in India and Japan, and corporate attraction initiatives in Germany’s NRW state.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
Nov. 10
Sessions 4 and 6
Companies mentioned：成蹊大学、学校法人成蹊学園、KESCO、NRW.Global Business Japan
Delivery at in-store prices! ナチュラルスマイルピザ to launch 3 exclusive half-and-half pizzas on 出前館 on Oct. 15
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ナチュラルスマイルピザ, operated by 有限会社ナチュラルスマイル, will begin selling 3 half-and-half pizzas exclusively through 出前館 on Oct. 15, 2026. Its 中山本店 and 武岡店 locations will offer delivery at in-store prices.
ウブン named a finalist in the Brand Storytelling APAC Award at the “2026 Amazon Ads Partner Awards”
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株式会社ウブン, which provides marketing technology specializing in Amazon, has been named a finalist in the Brand Storytelling APAC Award, a regional category of the “2026 Amazon Ads Partner Awards” organized by Amazon Ads. This marks its recognition for the 2nd consecutive year.
Facts
2026 Amazon Ads Partner Awards
2 straight years
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウブン、Amazon Ads、Amazon.com, Inc.
ウブン named a finalist in 2 categories—Brand Storytelling and Challenger Strategy—in the Japan country awards at the “2026 Amazon Ads Partner Awards”
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株式会社ウブン, which provides marketing technology specializing in Amazon, has been named a finalist in 2 categories—Brand Storytelling and Challenger Strategy—in the newly established Japan country awards at the “2026 Amazon Ads Partner Awards,” organized by Amazon Ads. It was also named a finalist in the Brand Storytelling category of the APAC regional awards.
Facts
2026 Amazon Ads Partner Awards
2 divisions
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウブン、Amazon Ads、Amazon.com, Inc.
株式会社ウィルネクスト will speak at an online conference hosted by ベネッセi-キャリア on Nov. 5, holding a session on designing follow-up after job offers are accepted in graduate recruitment in the age of AI.
Cohesity expands its Aspire global partner program with new “Specialization”
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Cohesity has announced updates to its Aspire global partner program, including expanded rebates, the introduction of a new “Specialization” qualification, and simplified training requirements. The changes take effect Aug. 1, 2026.
Limited-time offer: Earn more points based on your membership tier! “Friend Referral Bonus Points Campaign” launches
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Nailie Beauty, a beauty booking app operated by 株式会社ネイリー, will run a limited-time campaign from Oct. 15 to Nov. 15, offering up to 3,000 points for inviting friends, with the amount depending on membership tier.
From 豊岡, a renowned bag-making region: CREEZAN launches “JETTER MEISTER,” a new leather goods series using German-made shrunk calf leather from ドイツ・ぺリンガー社, inspired by travel
【Now recruiting participants】Make Nagano Prefecture’s Okaya City fun and clean through esports and litter picking! “日本財団 eスポGOMI in Nagano Prefecture’s Okaya City” to be held!
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株式会社Life Reversal Gaming will participate as an organizing committee member for “日本財団 eスポGOMI in Nagano Prefecture’s Okaya City,” to be held in Okaya City, Nagano Prefecture, on November 14, 2026, and support the environmental conservation event combining esports and litter picking.
【Case study for retailers of new goods】Introducing how Tamaya, which operates “着楽（ciacura）,” uses RECORE — Unifying inventory and sales management across stores and e-commerce —
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A case study of 株式会社たまや, which implemented the cloud-based core system “RECORE” to unify inventory and sales management and improve operational efficiency. By consolidating POS, e-commerce listings and inventory coordination, the company has significantly reduced workloads and strengthened customer service.
Facts
7 specialty stores
Costs in units of ¥10 million
An approximately 80% reduction by their own estimate
It increased to 4–5 times the previous level
More than 500 companies have adopted the system
More than 1,800 stores nationwide have adopted the system
The 64th Miss International World Pageant 2026 is set to be held! This year, 9 new special awards will recognize women’s diverse achievements, in addition to celebrating beauty and intelligence!
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一般社団法人国際文化協会 announced that it will hold the 64th Miss International World Pageant in Tokyo on November 25, 2026. This year, 9 new special awards will recognize women’s achievements in addition to beauty and intelligence, and representatives from 72 countries and regions around the world will gather.
“PROCES.S,” an ERP system for the construction industry that connects job sites with management, wins “Leader” recognition for 8 consecutive periods in the ITreview Grid Award
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“PROCES.S,” an ERP system for the construction industry provided by 株式会社内田洋行ITソリューションズ, won “Leader” recognition for 8 consecutive periods in the construction ERP category of “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” organized by アイティクラウド株式会社.
British lifestyle brand “バブアー” will open a pop-up store on the 6th floor of 大丸神戸店 starting October 24, 2026. The store will offer wax jackets and fall/winter items, and customers who spend at least a certain amount will receive an original travel pouch.
Facts
Starting October 24, 2026 (Sat.)
6F, 大丸神戸店
Denim OS Bedale ¥62,700 (tax included)
Ivybridge Cap ¥8,800 (tax included)
Carrick Tote ¥12,100 (tax included)
OS Reversible Transport ¥66,000 (tax included)
For customers who spend ¥25,000 or more during the period
Original1894年にジョン・バブアーが英国北東部の港町サウスシールズで創業。
Sold in more than 55 countries worldwide.
In 2020, Barbour launched “Wax for Life.”
In addition to the rewaxing and repair service introduced in 1921
As part of its sustainability initiatives since 2019
Oct. 24 and 25: Takihyo Ichinomiya Factory to hold an open factory event. The event “ひつじサミット尾州,” which aims to revitalize Bishu, one of the world’s 3 major wool textile production regions, will showcase the globally rare “English spinning machine”
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タキヒヨー株式会社 will hold an open factory event at its Ichinomiya Factory in Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture, as part of “ひつじサミット尾州,” taking place on October 24 and 25. The company will showcase the globally rare English spinning machine “Bradford System” and ションヘル looms, highlighting the sustainability of wool and its contribution to regional revitalization.
Facts
Founded in 1751
This will be the 6th time the event has been held
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Limited to 10 people per 1 course
Manufactured approximately 70 years ago
Newly established by our company in Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture, in 2014
“焼き鳥 串くら本店” in Karasuma Oike, Kyoto, launches its “Autumn Special Course” on Tuesday, October 20. Enjoy the flavors of fall, including a small hot pot featuring Tajima chicken and mushrooms, skewers made with seasonal ingredients, and chestnut rice.
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“焼き鳥 串くら本店” in Karasuma Oike, Kyoto, will begin serving its “Autumn Special Course” featuring Tajima chicken and mushrooms on October 20. The price is ¥7,000 (tax included; service charge not included).
日本香堂 to begin airing nationwide on October 18 its new commercial for gift incense, “寄り添う想い,” featuring Takashi Fujii
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株式会社日本香堂 will begin airing its new TV commercial for gift incense, “寄り添う想い,” featuring Takashi Fujii, nationwide on October 18, 2026. As opportunities to express condolences decline with the rise in family funerals, the commercial presents incense as a way to convey one’s feelings even after learning of someone’s passing.
【日本蓄電池株式会社】NC Nagahama City Mikawa-cho Battery Storage Facility in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, enters the balancing market
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日本蓄電池株式会社 and デジタルグリッド株式会社 announced that their grid-scale battery storage facility, “NC Nagahama City Mikawa-cho Battery Storage Facility,” in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, began operations in the balancing market on October 13, 2026.
Cost-estimation integration between the housing industry core system “注文分譲クラウドDX” and “ARCHITREND ONE 積算オプション” to begin on November 18, 2026
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株式会社ダイテック will begin cost-estimation integration on November 18, 2026, between its core system for housing companies, “注文分譲クラウドDX,” and 福井コンピュータアーキテクト’s design-connect service “ARCHITREND ONE” “積算オプション.”
【As autumn deepens in Narita, gather around a kotatsu for garden BBQ】An autumn-winter style arrives for November only at ANAクラウンプラザホテル成田!
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ANAクラウンプラザホテル成田’s outdoor BBQ facility, “THE BBQ YARD GROVE HILLS NARITA,” will offer an autumn-winter plan featuring kotatsu seating and Dutch oven dishes from November 1 to 30, 2026. The eligible plans will be up to 26% off.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Monday, Nov. 30
Up to 26% off
Companies mentioned：CP成田株式会社、ANAクラウンプラザホテル成田、THE BBQ YARD GROVE HILLS NARITA、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC、クラウンプラザ
Anthropic’s Claude Mythos 5.1 added to Zscaler Endpoint AI Security
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Zscaler has begun offering Anthropic’s Claude Mythos 5.1 capabilities in Zscaler Endpoint AI Security as a limited preview. This enhances the Exploit Paths feature, enabling security teams to correlate AI activity across endpoints, identify potential attack paths, and proactively block high-risk agent activity.
株式会社G-Too will run a social media campaign to express its gratitude in honor of the 55th anniversary in 2026 of manga art supplies brand アイシー, founded in 1971.
山本晋也, founder of social experimentation community “DICT,” to give a 90-minute special lecture at Taiwan’s National Taipei University on October 19. He will discuss abroad for the first time the “Processing Trade 2.0” concept presented in his book The Value of the Inexpressible
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山本晋也, founder of social experimentation community “DICT,” will give a special lecture at Taiwan’s National Taipei University on October 19, 2026. He will discuss abroad the “Processing Trade 2.0” concept presented in his book.
アート引越センター donates disaster-preparedness supplies to all elementary and junior high schools in 氷川町 affected by the 令和8年熊本地震
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アート引越センター donated 1,000 emergency backpacks to all elementary and junior high schools in 氷川町, 熊本県, affected by the 令和8年熊本地震, and held a disaster-preparedness learning session at 宮原小学校. It also donated 500 multifunctional emergency radio lights for residents with the cooperation of 一般社団法人オープンジャパン.
Facts
Donated 1,000 emergency backpacks filled with disaster-preparedness supplies
For 6th graders (38 students)
Donated 500 multifunctional emergency radio lights that can be hand-cranked to generate power
Bridge, AIO Survey Vol.1: “Cross-industry survey covering 18 consumer sectors”—67.5% of information referenced by generative AI comes from sources other than corporate websites
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According to AIO Survey Vol.1 conducted by Bridge, part of Material Group, 67.5% of the information generative AI (ChatGPT, Gemini) references when generating responses comes from sources other than corporate websites, with YouTube and comparison sites among the main sources.
【Up to 100W output and simultaneous charging for 3 devices】USB PD charger “APD-V100LACRC-DG,” featuring a retractable cable and smart monitor, goes on sale October 15!
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株式会社アドテック will launch the USB PD charger “APD-V100LACRC-DG,” featuring a retractable cable and smart monitor, on October 15, 2026. It supports output of up to 100W and simultaneous charging for 3 devices. To mark the launch, it will be offered at 15% off the suggested retail price.
【Held in Utsunomiya, Tochigi】Miidas “Human Capital Management Game” trial session: How do decisions on hiring, development, and placement affect company performance?
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ミイダス株式会社 will hold a trial session for its “Human Capital Management Game” in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, on November 17, 2026. The game simulates management decisions on hiring, placement, and investment in human resources initiatives, along with their impact on business performance. Participants experience how investment in people affects corporate growth by making decisions with a limited budget.
Facts
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Capacity: 20 people
Positive feedback, with satisfaction of 95% or higher
Fukuyama City publishes 4 categories in the child-rearing and welfare sections of “Procedure Navigator”; staff lead the use of existing content and development of new disability welfare content
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株式会社アスコエパートナーズ announced that Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, has published 4 categories in its “Procedure Navigator”: childbirth, single parents, childcare facilities, and disability welfare. City staff built 3 categories using existing content, while Asukoe supported the development of new content for disability welfare.
オクトパスエナジー surveys about 12,000 participants in its “Summer Happy Hour”
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TGオクトパスエナジー announced the results of a follow-up survey of approximately 12,000 participants in its “Summer Happy Hour 2026” program. The more people were concerned about their electricity bills, the more likely they were to change when they used electricity, particularly by shifting the hours they used air conditioners and household appliances. Users who actively changed their schedules reported greater satisfaction with the program, showing that a new approach to protecting household budgets—“choosing when to use” electricity rather than enduring the discomfort of conserving it—is gradually taking hold.
Facts
11,768 survey responses
58.1% said they changed when they used electricity in some way to coincide with Happy Hour
Among those concerned about their electricity bills this summer, the same response accounted for 61.6%
“Air conditioners and fans” ranked first at 73.8%
35.1% changed when they used at least one household appliance for laundry, cooking or cleaning
[Kyoto・ホテル長楽館] A three-tiered assortment of sweets to brighten the New Year: “お菓子なおせち”; early reservations open October 10, 2026, ahead of the 2027 New Year
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Kyoto・ホテル長楽館 will begin taking reservations on October 10, 2026, for “お菓子なおせち,” a New Year’s sweets assortment for 2027. The early-bird price is available through November 20. The product features baked goods, chocolates and more in a three-tiered box, and comes with a noshi gift wrapper and a choice of furoshiki wrapping cloth.
Facts
Wrapped in a yellow furoshiki: 9,400 yen
※Early-bird price: 8,600 yen
Wrapped in a red-and-white chidori-patterned furoshiki: 10,900 yen
※Early-bird price: 10,100 yen
Size: tiered box (13 cm × 13 cm) × 3 tiers
Best-before period: 10 days, including the day of pickup, for in-store pickup
Companies mentioned：株式会社 長楽館、ホテル長楽館、Small Luxury Hotels of the World、SLH
ホロラボ and 西松建設 deliver major upgrade to jointly developed “XR drone work support and 3D model overlay system for aerial footage”
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株式会社ホロラボ has rolled out a major upgrade to the “XR drone work support and 3D model overlay system for aerial footage,” jointly developed with 西松建設. New features include improved AR positioning accuracy, faster processing workflows and obstacle alerts using an HMD.
ホテル湯の杜 adopts AI knowledge platform “talkappi KNOWLEDGE”
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ホテル湯の杜 has adopted “talkappi KNOWLEDGE,” an AI knowledge platform provided by 株式会社アクティバリューズ. The platform has cut the time required for weekly information updates from approximately 3 hours to around 15 minutes while ensuring consistency.
—A new earphone-style self-care product— Recover with light while listening to sound, and feel refreshed from the ears: “Phiten Kenko-yoku Ear Cuff Earphones” launch Thursday, October 15!
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ファイテン株式会社 will launch “Phiten Kenko-yoku Ear Cuff Earphones” on October 15, 2026. The product shines light near the ears to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping modern people relieve stress and recover.
Facts
Thursday, October 15, 2026
About two in three working people
67.5%)
Ultra-light design weighing approximately 4 g per side
[Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture] For business owners and HR and recruitment staff: “Corporate Capability Enhancement Seminar” on October 27 offers tips for addressing labor shortages
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Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, will hold a “Corporate Capability Enhancement Seminar” on October 27, 2026, with operations commissioned to 株式会社Asian Bridge. The event aims to address labor shortages and prevent talent outflow. Speakers will include 星斗古屋 of リクルートワークス研究所 and 友也濵野 of 株式会社Wasshoi Lab, who will explain support programs such as digital skills training and workshops on organizing work processes.
Facts
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
Capacity: approximately 15 companies
Track record of supporting more than 100 companies
[Seminar] “Learning in the Flow of Work” enabled by AI: From developing people who “learn before working” to those who “learn in the flow of work” <Sycom Brains>
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MBK Wellness株式会社 will hold an online seminar, “Learning in the Flow of Work” Enabled by AI, on October 29, 2026, introducing approaches to learning support and talent development using AI within the flow of work.
HACARUS to exhibit at “2026 Japan Die Casting Congress & Exposition”
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株式会社HACARUS will exhibit at “2026 Japan Die Casting Congress & Exposition,” taking place at Pacifico Yokohama from November 12 to 14, and showcase products including its AI visual inspection software “HACARUS Check ZERO.”
Facts
Original11月12日（木）から14日（土）まで
Original会期：2026年11月12日（木）〜14日（土）
Opening hours: 9:00–17:00
On the first day, doors open at 9:30 after the opening ceremony
Fairy Devices to exhibit at “Japan DX ＆ AX Week Autumn 2026,” one of Japan’s largest comprehensive DX and AX exhibitions.
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Fairy Devices株式会社 will exhibit at “Japan DX ＆ AX Week Autumn 2026,” which opens at Makuhari Messe on October 21, 2026. The company will showcase its “THINKLET®” wearable device, the “LINKLET” remote support service and its new “First-Person View (FPV) Video Analysis Plan,” among other offerings.
Donations open October 15 for hometown-tax crowdfunding campaign supporting children’s cafeterias across Japan
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認定NPO法人全国こども食堂支援センター・むすびえ will begin accepting donations on October 15, 2026, through a hometown-tax crowdfunding campaign in Shibuya, Tokyo. The target is 35 million yen, which will be used to support children’s cafeterias across Japan and projects to turn them into disaster-prevention hubs.
Facts
The number reached 12,602 locations in a survey for fiscal 2025
Approximately 85% of children’s cafeterias said they felt the effects of rising prices, among other findings
There were 403 cases in fiscal 2025
Donations totaling approximately 53 million yen were received
Target amount: 35 million yen
Working with 3 regional network organizations in Kumamoto Prefecture
Held a total of 5 “traveling children’s cafeterias”
The number of locations has been confirmed at “12,602” (final figure for fiscal 2025)
In fiscal 2025, grants totaling approximately 310 million yen were provided to a cumulative 1,999 organizations, and
It has provided approximately 310 million yen in grants to a total of 1,999 organizations, among other activities
support in the form of supplies and other goods from companies and other donors was arranged for a cumulative 21,156 organizations
(approximately 840 million yen based on retail prices)
Sensyn Robotics and KRAFTIA launch collaboration to advance and streamline the facilities construction industry using AI and digital technologies
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株式会社センシンロボティクス and 株式会社クラフティア are launching a collaboration to advance and streamline the facilities construction industry using AI and digital technologies, following an investment through KRAFTIA Innovation Fund.
Companies mentioned：株式会社センシンロボティクス、株式会社クラフティア、Spiral Innovation Partners、クラフティアイノベーション投資事業有限責任組合、KRAFTIA Innovation Fund
[Tokyo, 港区] 31 municipalities from across Japan and a selection of regional specialties gather in Shimbashi! “National Exchange and Specialty Products Fair in Shimbashi” to be held
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港区 will hold the “National Exchange and Specialty Products Fair in Shimbashi” at Shimbashi SL Square from Oct. 28 to 30, Reiwa 8, with 31 municipalities from across Japan exhibiting local specialties.
Lecture marking the 100th anniversary of the “イ” character image reception: “The Past and Next 100 Years of Television, Beginning with Kenjiro Takayanagi”
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Shizuoka University’s Takayanagi Memorial Future Technology Creation Center will hold a lecture marking the 100th anniversary of the “イ” character image reception on Nov. 3, 2026.
Sugino Machine’s official character “Sugo Sugi no Ai-chan” is born!
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To mark its 90th anniversary, 株式会社スギノマシン has created its official mascot character, “Sugo Sugi no Ai-chan,” inspired by its brand icon “!”. The character will be used at events, exhibitions and recruitment activities, aiming to raise corporate awareness and promote its “super technology.”
Developing ambassadors to support athletes’ career development: ALPRON ATHLETE AMBASSADOR 2027 launches, applications open Oct. 15
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株式会社アルプロン is launching ALPRON ATHLETE AMBASSADOR 2027, an approximately 6-month practical career development program for active athletes, in partnership with athletica, operated by 一般社団法人日本スポーツキャリア協会. Applications open Oct. 15, 2026, and close Nov. 15 of the same year.
Facts
ALPRON ATHLETE AMBASSADOR 2027
An approximately 6-month practical career development program
株式会社エージェント launches “Generative AI Training Program by Job Type and Role”
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株式会社エージェント has launched a 12-hour generative AI training program tailored to job types and roles, taking into account the revised requirements for 厚生労働省’s “Human Resource Development Support Subsidy.”