https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 894 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 208 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382257Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:01:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe free pachinko and pachislot app “777Real,” operated by 株式会社サミーネットワークス, will hold a collaboration event with wrestling organization “STARDOM” from October 15 to November 4. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382258Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:01:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ペンタコン研究所 launched “Where Defenders Stand Today,” an interview series documenting conversations with cybersecurity practitioners, and published the first installment’s first half on October 15, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382259Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESHPE announced 4 HPE ProLiant Gen13 servers powered by 6th-generation AMD EPYC CPUs, designed to accelerate Agentic AI and inference workloads and strengthen security. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382260Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESプラス株式会社 announced that 3 products—the correction tape “ホワイパー クワイエット,” the craft tape cutter “スタンドカット,” and the scissors “フィットカットカーブ 万能チタン”—have won the “2026 Good Design Award.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382261Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of small and medium-sized construction businesses conducted by クラフトバンク株式会社 found that companies that successfully passed on higher costs expanded their businesses despite rising prices. Among companies with annual sales of less than ¥100 million, however, contractions outnumbered expansions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382262Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR東日本グループは、広域品川圏の竹芝・高輪・大井町の3つの街を光と音でつなぐ広域連動ライトインスタレーションイベント「LIGHTBEATS」を2026年11月19日から2027年1月31日まで開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382263Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESメディフォン株式会社, provider of the cloud-based health management system “mediment,” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382264Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Unito’s housing service “unito” has won the 2026 Good Design Award, organized by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382479https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382479Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe rental apartment building “ベルメゾン中村橋ノース” in Nerima, Tokyo, designed and supervised by 株式会社相田土居設計, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382478https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382478Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the 80th anniversary of Ise-Shima National Park’s designation (November 20, 2026), 志摩市 in Mie Prefecture is sharing information about attractions such as Yokoyama Observatory, local food including spiny lobster and tiger pufferfish, and the launch of the restaurant train “Les Saveurs 志摩” operated by 近畿日本鉄道. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382477Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大阪城パークマネジメント共同事業体 will hold “Osaka Castle Autumn Festival 2026” at Osaka Castle Park on November 7 and 8, 2026. The theme is “豊臣派！,” and events will include a program marking the 95th anniversary of the castle tower’s reconstruction and joint events with places associated with the Sanada family. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382476Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe toothbrush “Zero Plastic Handle™,” made from thinned wood and manufactured by 旭産業株式会社, has won the 2026 Good Design Award, and sales have begun through the official online store. It will also be exhibited and sold at GOOD DESIGN STORE TOKYO and GOOD DESIGN EXHIBITION 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382475Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ライムデザインラボ will launch “BizCodeX-FDE,” a training school for FDEs (Forward Deployed Engineers), in early November 2026 for working engineers with at least 1 year of practical experience. It has also begun accepting inquiries about corporate training and developing talent for AI implementation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382474Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティ.アイ.プロス introduces the 10-year history of the “ラプレシャンプースチーマー,” developed in response to requests from visiting hairstylists, and a case study of its use at フミトータルビューティーサロン, a long-established salon in Kyotanabe, Kyoto Prefecture. The device was initially used to support evacuation shelters after the Kumamoto earthquake and for visiting beauty services, and is now also used for head spas. About 90% of people who try it continue using it. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382473Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クロスウイング began sales on September 24, 2026, of “Crosswing AIコンダクター,” an in-house business AI agent for small and medium-sized enterprises. The product manages internal rules as AI instructions, masks customer information, and records execution logs. It is also registered as an eligible tool for the 2026 Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382472Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人山里Loadにちなん will hold the “Hinokami Ginkgo Cultural Festival Project” in November 2026 at the former Hinokami Elementary School in Nichinan, Tottori Prefecture. The tourism model aims to circulate the local economy, with university students serving as spatial design producers. Reservations open October 19. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382471Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“宇和島市 Youth Exchange Center Horibata,” designed and supervised by 株式会社愛媛建築研究所, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382470Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TUMAO exhibited a booth distributing Taiwanese BL works at the “J.GARDEN60” fan convention held at Tokyo Big Sight on October 4, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382469Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUrban winery “BLUE WAX WINERY,” designed and supervised by 株式会社愛媛建築研究所, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382468https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382468Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人神奈川県法人会連合会 will conduct street outreach on tax matters on November 10 at Hon-Atsugi Station, Ebina Station and Sagami-Ono Station. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382467Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イーテック’s pitcher water filter “ウルオクール” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. It was recognized for its silver-ion-free design, long-life 400 L filter and slim profile. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382466Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“全国ドコデモこども食堂,” a children’s meal support and outreach program operated by 一般社団法人全国ドコデモこども食堂, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382465Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティーエッチエス has revamped the on-site search on “THS-白衣NET,” an online store specializing in medical coats and scrubs. Updates include image switching when filtering by color, labels showing previously purchased products, and filters based on concerns and review ratings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382464Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES有限会社ORJは、BMW & MINI Racing 2026 RD.5岡山でOne Chan選手がMINI CPSクラス3位で2レース完走し、シリーズランキング3位となったと発表した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382463https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382463Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Matcha Frontier will open a new store, “MATCHAMON 川越店,” for its Japan-born global matcha brand “MATCHAMON” in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture. It will first hold a limited-time pop-up from October 17 to 18, 2026, to coincide with the Kawagoe Festival, with the grand opening scheduled for October 31, 2026. It is also seeking franchise partners in Japan and overseas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382462Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“F-TRAD,” a product development project updating Fukui Prefecture’s traditional crafts, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. TSUGI serves as director, advancing the development of new products and market channels through collaboration between artisans and designers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382430Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Chic Line” and “アラウーノ L-CLASS” from パナソニック ハウジングソリューションズ株式会社 have won the 2026 Good Design Award. “Chic Line” won Best 100 and the Gold Award, while “アラウーノ L-CLASS” won Best 100. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382429Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “LivEQuality Japan Affordable Housing Initiative,” undertaken by 株式会社LivEQuality大家さん and 認定NPO法人LivEQuality HUB, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382428Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES近畿大学病院 and 株式会社STARIUM have permanently installed “ARどうぶつえん,” which uses AR technology, for the first time in western Japan. Operations will begin in late December 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382427Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イクヨ has signed a memorandum of understanding with Jiangsu Skywell Automobile Co., Ltd. (Skywell Auto) to explore investment and joint business development in automotive-related businesses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382426Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn October 10, 2026, athlete Kleber Koike led a special Brazilian jiu-jitsu class at ボンサイ柔術渋谷アカデミー, where participants ranging from beginners to intermediate practitioners learned techniques. Approximately 15 first-time participants attended. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382425https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382425Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエルアンドエル・ビクターエンタテインメント株式会社, in cooperation with トムス・エンタテインメント, will hold the limited-time event “『コブラ』× 墨絵SHOP” from October 2026 at SHIBUYA TSUTAYA IP書店 and 京都IP書店. Sumi-e artist Okazu will depict the world of “『コブラ』.” Original sumi-e merchandise and original-art posters will be on sale. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382424https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382424Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESイントロン・スペース株式会社 will launch “Time Shift AI Consultation Room,” a free online AI consultation service about its “Time Shift” men’s urinary care products, on October 15, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382423https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382423Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDIG2ネクスト株式会社 has unveiled “DIG2next Service Management Academy,” a framework for developing service management professionals in the AI and digital era. It will also begin offering EXIN社’s SIAM Professional V3 Japanese-language certification exam on October 30, 2026, strengthening the development of SIAM professionals in Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382422https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382422Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “LivEQuality Japan Affordable Housing Initiative,” undertaken by 株式会社LivEQuality大家さん and 認定NPO法人LivEQuality HUB, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382421https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382421Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe AI meal-planning service “AI献立プランナー powered by Ajinomoto Co.,” jointly developed by 株式会社ビーワークス and 味の素株式会社 for food service companies, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. Commercial use began in May 2026, and the service is being used at more than 200 food service sites. It has been shown to reduce the workload of meal planning by approximately 70%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382420https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382420Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフラルクリニック, operated by 一般社団法人SKINLABO, has revamped its site specializing in spot treatment and shares its treatment policy and survey results to help reduce failed treatments and regret. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382419https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382419Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPLAUD株式会社’s AI voice recorders “Plaud Note Pro” and “Plaud NotePin S” have won the 2026 Good Design Award. “Plaud Note Pro” also ranked No. 1 in マイベスト’s monthly awards and is scheduled to be exhibited at an Amazon event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382418Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “emergency outward-opening specification” for コマニー株式会社’s CB-GS toilet booth has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382417Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 has released the “New Business AI Prompt & Validation Guide” free of charge to support new business development using generative AI. The company offers 20 prompts to support activities ranging from gathering information through market research and competitor analysis to preparing for customer interviews, and recommends incorporating verification of AI outputs into the validation cycle. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382416Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKeiichiro Shibuya's latest album, “ATAK030 Threshold,” will be available exclusively worldwide for advance streaming on Qobuz from Nov. 4, 2026. An advance listening event will also be held at ニュウマン高輪 LUFTBAUM on Nov. 3. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382415Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京造形大学は、学生主体で実施しているオープンキャンパスの取り組みが2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382414Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES2 condominiums developed by Daiwa Jisho Residence win design awards https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382413Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIwataya Mitsukoshi has begun selling a curated selection of cakes from patisseries and hotels through its online store under the 2026 Christmas theme “Joyeux.” Reservations open on Oct. 14, first for エムアイカード members. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382412Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe special exhibition “The World of Future Materials,” showcasing new materials that will support future lifestyles, including sustainable materials and biomimetics, is being held at the Chiba Prefectural Museum of Science and Industry in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382411Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人全国清涼飲料連合会が実施した2026年の消費者意識調査によると、資源を大事にしたいと回答した人は76.6%で、直近1年で意識が高まった層は約4割に上る。一方、自販機横のリサイクルボックスへの異物投入率は約3割であり、ボトルtoボトル推進には分別と異物削減が課題となっている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382410Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe joint project “AI Science Communicator” by クウジット株式会社, Sony CSL and Miraikan has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382409Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日の丸自動車興業株式会社 is partnering with the film “Godzilla-0.0,” opening on Nov. 3, 2026, and will operate specially wrapped vehicles at スカイダック台場 and sell tickets bundled with limited-edition merchandise. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382408Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Sallyと東京地下鉄株式会社が共催し、2026年11月20日より東京メトロの駅施設等を舞台とした周遊型イマーシブ体験『東京メトロ整備課 異失物係』を開催する。第1弾『逃窓』は延べ851組、2,270名が参加した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382407Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESタレス announced an expanded collaboration with Google Cloud, integrating Thales AI Security Fabric with Google Cloud Gemini Enterprise to strengthen security protections, visibility and policy enforcement for agentic AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382406Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MYLILY has published the “MYLILY Menopause White Paper,” based on more than 10,000 clinical data points, and is working to shed light on the realities of menopause and improve related challenges during Menopause Week. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382405Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES木村石鹸工業株式会社の粉末洗濯洗剤「asuno（あすの）」が2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382404Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESユナイテッド航空は、日本円での決済に対応したモバイルアプリの日本語版をリリースし、大手米系航空会社として初の完全日本語版アプリを提供することとなった。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382403Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPeach Aviation株式会社のブランドリニューアルが2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞した。審査委員は、見た目の刷新だけでなくサービス品質の向上とデザインを同時に進めた点を高く評価している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382402Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアタック・トーキョー株式会社 will hold an advance listening event for Keiichiro Shibuya's latest album, “ATAK030 Threshold,” on November 3, 2026, offering a high-fidelity × 360° audio experience at 翠の庭 in ニュウマン高輪 LUFTBAUM. The album will also be released exclusively in advance on Qobuz in 26 countries worldwide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382401Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES独立行政法人国立美術館国立アートリサーチセンター announced that exhibitions showcasing the results of “JUMP,” an international collaborative program for emerging artists and curators, will be held in 3 cities—Sydney, Lisbon and Los Angeles—in succession from November 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382400Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般財団法人大阪はびきの観光局 and 南大阪食肉卸商業組合 will hold the “Habikino Meat Festival feat. Japan Food Festival” in Habikino on October 24 and 25, 2026. About 40 vendors will participate, offering tastings of domestic Japanese Black Wagyu beef and sales of local alcoholic beverages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382399Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アーツ and its group company 株式会社羽倉 have launched “Hakura Bag Workshop,” a new Toyooka Kaban®-certified brand, and will release the men’s leather bags “BA Backpack” and “BA Brief” made with Genbu leather on October 17, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382398Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESシースター株式会社's electric nasal aspirator “Merci-Pot S-505” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. A new model in a series with cumulative sales exceeding 6 million units, it was recognized for its compact, lightweight design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382397Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トーシンパートナーズ' condominium “ZOOM Shinanocho” won the 2026 Good Design Award, extending its award streak to 13 years and bringing the total number of award-winning buildings to 21. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382396Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESauエネルギー＆ライフ株式会社's home battery service “au Denchi” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382395Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YAMAGIWA's lighting fixture “SOLO” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. It will be exhibited at a trade show held in October. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382394Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Mikan Shimokita,” an elevated railway space in front of Shimokitazawa Station owned by Keio Corporation and operated by Keio SC Creation, Hitokara Media and Connel, won the 2026 Good Design Award in the “Community-Building Initiatives and Activities” category. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382393Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTPS株式会社は、2026年10月13日に大分県大分市府内町にドライヘッドスパ専門店「癒し〜ぷ大分店」をグランドオープンした。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382392Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES首都圏新都市鉄道株式会社 is holding the 3rd event (Yashio City) and 4th event (Moriya City) of the 2026 fiscal year “TX Line Trip Walk,” with participation prizes, completion prizes and other benefits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382391Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES狭山スキー場, operated by Seibu Recreation, will launch a half-price student ticket campaign, double the number of parent-child lessons, introduce a new “Snow Bowling” event, hold a collaboration campaign with 掬水亭, and offer a parking service at 西武園ゆうえんち during the 2026-2027 season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382390Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トライデントワークス is holding a collaboration campaign between its networking event for creators, The CREATORS 7, and the painting app CLIP STUDIO PAINT. All event attendees will receive “CLIPPY” (500CP), points for purchasing materials in CLIP STUDIO PAINT. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382389Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES北村写真スタジオ by MERCI, operated by 株式会社キタムラ, will hold additional free photo sessions in November 2026 to mark its 1st anniversary, photographing up to 720 groups. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382388Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AX analyzed 5 examples of AI use at advertising agencies and marketing support companies, finding that they helped teams reproduce individuals’ expertise, establish systems for sustained organizational use, and improve the value of proposals to customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382387Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ランドウェル has launched a new reversible 〈PERTEX〉 series from CHUMS, featuring the high-performance fabric “PERTEX UNLIMITED®.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382386Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社前川製作所 is conducting a joint technology demonstration with 本田技研工業 of an industrial steam-generating heat pump using a green refrigerant, developed through an NEDO grant project. The demonstration at the Honda Saitama Factory’s vehicle assembly plant is verifying performance and CO₂ reduction effects, with sales targeted to begin in April 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382385Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe EXPEDITIONSTRIKER camper van from 日本特種ボディー株式会社 won the 2026 Good Design Award, becoming the first vehicle of its model to achieve a triple crown across 3 awards. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382384Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe ミラブルzero showerhead from 株式会社サイエンス won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382383Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カドー’s air purifier and deodorizer “SAP 003” won the 2026 Good Design Award and will be exhibited at Tokyo Midtown and other locations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382382Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESi-PRO株式会社’s “Ceiling-Recessed Camera” won the 2026 Good Design Award, presented by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会. Its slim design fits in a standard 75mm-diameter downlight opening, while its camera head and main unit are separate, combining security functionality with harmony with architectural interiors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382381Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR東日本伊藤忠不動産開発株式会社 announced that its condominium development “クレヴィア等々力” won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382380Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社池田屋 began accepting reservations on October 1 for its backpack catalog for students entering school in 2028. The catalog features 90 colors, including 24 new colors, and also introduces combination models from its lightweight Bell Bio series. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382379Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUPOPOY, operated by 公益財団法人アイヌ民族文化財団, will run a winter-only campaign from 2026年11月3日 as part of its joint “scavenger hunt quiz rally” with QuizKnock, giving a limited number of original tote bags to participants who complete the quiz and answer a survey, on a first-come, first-served basis. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382378Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew York’s prestigious steakhouse 「ベンジャミン ステーキハウス」 will begin serving 2 premium cocktails, “1986 ROSE ACT” and “MIYABI ～雅～,” inspired by reimagining classic cocktails, starting 2026年10月23日. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382377Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHARIO株式会社’s “V60透過ドリッパー” has won the 2026 Good Design Long Life Design Award, 21 years after its debut in 2005. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382376Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES近鉄不動産株式会社’s “K・BLOC HANAZONO” won the 2026 Good Design Award, marking the company’s 14th consecutive year receiving the award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382375Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日東工業株式会社’s cabinet manufacturing DX service “スマートオーダーキャビネット” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382374Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社キカガク has been recognized for the 5th consecutive year, since the 2023 edition, in the 2027 “Best Place to Work” survey conducted by Great Place to Work® Institute Japan. It received particularly high marks for employee benefits and its work environment and facilities, with recognition given to initiatives including revamping its personnel evaluation system and introducing employee dining and housing programs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382373Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThrough “JAPAN 47 GO,” operated by 公益社団法人日本観光振興協会, information is provided on peak foliage-viewing times and scenic spots in areas across Iwate, Fukui, Okayama, Fukuoka and Kanagawa prefectures. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382372Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSoftBank subsidiary STATION Ai株式会社 announced that its open innovation hub “STATION Ai” has won the 2026 Good Design Award, organized by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382371Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本パレットレンタル株式会社 (JPR) will exhibit at “Food Distribution (FD) 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from 2026年11月11日 to 13日, showcasing its new “Delivery Notice” service and logistics DX solutions including DD Plus, TranOpt and Logiarx. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382370Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社HITOWAが運営するハウスクリーニングチェーン「おそうじ本舗」は、2026年10月15日よりエアコンと洗濯機の内部汚れをテーマにした新CM全5本をTVer、ABEMA、YouTube、テレビにて放映開始する。また、年末の大掃除に向けて11月1日まで「スーパーセール」を開催し、おそうじ1カ所につき最大2,200円の割引を提供する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382369Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES上高地あずさ珈琲 will hold its “Shinshu Apple Fair” from 2026年10月21日 to 2027年1月31日, serving freshly squeezed juice, homemade apple pie and more made with seasonal apples delivered directly from an orchard in Iizuna, Nagano. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382368Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEXCO東日本 and 株式会社ネクスコ東日本エリアトラクト will hold the “A Journey of Serendipitous Stops: Highway Stamp Rally” from Reiwa 8年10月29日 to Reiwa 9年3月22日. Collect stamps at SA・PA and participating spots in the target areas for a chance to win hotel vouchers, Maesawa beef and other prizes in a drawing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382367Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニーリー announced that みのり開発株式会社 has adopted the “Park Direct (パークダイレクト)” online monthly parking contract service. About 1 year after its introduction, occupancy has exceeded 92%, significantly streamlining contract work and resolving payment delinquency issues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382366Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東急百貨店は、店舗名称変更後の東急百貨店日吉店において、2026年10月29日から11月4日まで「東急百貨店 創業記念祭」を開催する。フードフロア「東急フードショー」の一部リニューアルや新店舗オープン、イベントスペースの名称変更、マスコットキャラクターによる誕生日会などが実施される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382365Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東急百貨店は、2026年10月15日より「東急百貨店のお歳暮 2026ウィンターギフト」の承りを開始する。約1,100点の商品を日本全国配送料無料（一部配送料込）で提供し、限定商品やネットショッピング限定商品も用意されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382364Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES顧客エンゲージメントプラットフォーム「Braze」を提供するBraze株式会社は、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会主催の「2026年度グッドデザイン賞」（システム・サービス分野）を受賞した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382363Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design will hold a joint exhibition titled “Universities Are Treasure Chests—A Gathering of Craftsmanship” from Oct. 24 to Dec. 20, 2026. The exhibition marks the 15th anniversary of the Kyoto University Museums Network and features a carefully selected total of 27 items from 17 museums at 16 member universities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382362Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES福井市が公式Instagramで「県外の友人に自慢したい福井市の食」を募集するキャンペーンを開催。応募は2026年11月30日までで、抽選で5名に新米5kgがプレゼントされる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382361Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社電脳交通 will launch its community-based taxi app “まちタク‐埼玉西部‐” in southwestern Saitama Prefecture on Oct. 14, 2026. As part of a subsidy program by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the app uses a shared dispatch system linking 8 taxi operators, aiming to reduce wait times and improve the rate of successful dispatches. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382360Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Oct. 6, 2026, セイコーグループ held a special event at Pace Gallery in New York as part of its global project “THE GIFT OF TIME.” Kengo Kuma and others spoke at the event, which showcased the Japanese aesthetic of “ma (MA).” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382359Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一建設株式会社が、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会主催の「2026年度グッドデザイン賞」で、自社開発の木造住宅用耐力壁「HW5.0Σ」と集合住宅「プレシス軽井沢」の2点が受賞した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382358Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESK5, a mixed-use complex in Nihonbashi Kabutocho where 平和不動産株式会社 is leading urban development, has earned a Michelin Key for the 3rd consecutive year in the Michelin Guide hotel selection. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261015-12/index-en-p2.html#n3382357Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESダイソンのポータブルハンディファン「Dyson HushJet™ Mini Cool ファン」が2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞した。