# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-15 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 12

One 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.

## 「イニシア京都御所南」「イニシア調布ステーションサイト」が「2026年度グッドデザイン賞」を受賞 コスモスイニシアは24回目の受賞、累計58プロジェクトに(ニュースリリース)

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:44:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002805.000002296.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346111-en.html
- anchor: #n3382487
- Companies mentioned: 大和ハウス工業株式会社、株式会社コスモスイニシア、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、株式会社クル、coil 松村一輝建築設計事務所、株式会社佐々木達郎建築設計事務所

コスモスイニシア, part of the 大和ハウスグループ, announced that its newly built condominiums “イニシア京都御所南” and “イニシア調布ステーションサイト” have won the 2026 Good Design Award. This brings the company’s total to 24 awards and 58 projects.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 24th award
- 58 projects cumulatively
- Total units: 29
- Completion: August 2025
- Total units: 99
- Completion: April 2026

## スポーツクラブNAS to begin operating “RIVER PARK 聖蹟桜ヶ丘” along the Tama River on November 1, 2026 (news release)

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:42:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002804.000002296.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346112-en.html
- anchor: #n3382488
- Companies mentioned: 大和ハウス工業株式会社、スポーツクラブNAS株式会社、大和ハウスグループ

スポーツクラブNAS株式会社, part of the 大和ハウスグループ, will begin operating “RIVER PARK 聖蹟桜ヶ丘” in Tama, Tokyo, on November 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Nov. 1, 2026
- Founded in 1972

## 2nd “TAMA DOG FES” to be held in Inagi-Wakabadai in November

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:41:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000180891.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346113-en.html
- anchor: #n3382489
- Companies mentioned: BMNMKS株式会社、PILI DogStudio、TAMA DOG

BMNMKS株式会社 will hold “TAMA DOG FES in 稲城若葉台” around Wakabadai Station in Inagi, Tokyo, on November 21 and 22, 2026. The 1st event drew an estimated 15,000 visitors, and this year’s event will be held with the support of Inagi City.

Facts:
- An estimated 15,000 visitors
- Nov. 21, 2026 (Sat.) and 22 (Sun.)

## “銀座若菜,” a specialty pickle shop, launches 3 new varieties of “漬けむすび,” an easy-to-enjoy rice ball seasoning that only needs to be mixed in!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:40:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000073963.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346114-en.html
- anchor: #n3382490
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社若菜、銀座若菜、菊太屋米穀店

株式会社若菜’s specialty pickle shop “銀座若菜” will launch 3 new varieties of “漬けむすび,” which can be made into rice balls simply by mixing them into freshly cooked rice, on October 16, 2026.

Facts:
- 3 types
- Oct. 16, 2026
- 540 yen each
- 70 g each
- Founded 80 years ago

## 900 million natto bacteria take J-Beauty to Korea. Fermented beauty serum “I’m PINCH” to exhibit at K-BEAUTY EXPO KOREA 2026

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:40:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000165933.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346117-en.html
- anchor: #n3382491
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社未来、I’m PINCH、AYUNE、MEDISOME、YONII

株式会社未来 is exhibiting its fermented beauty brand “I’m PINCH” at the beauty trade show K-BEAUTY EXPO KOREA 2026, being held at KINTEX in South Korea from October 15 to 17.

Facts:
- Today, October 15
- From October 15 to 17
- In 2022,
- In 2025
- A record $11.4 billion
- Taking approximately 192 hours※4
- From approximately 50 stocks
- Since its launch in 2009
- Over 18 years
- May 2026
- Launched in June 2026
- In 2021
- After peaking at approximately 797.2 billion yen in 2021
- In 2024
- It came to approximately 526.4 billion yen in 2024
- Surpassing 4.48 million bottles※5 cumulatively across the series
- Established: 2008

## “小田急ホテルセンチュリー相模大野” marks its 30th anniversary on November 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000084605.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346124-en.html
- anchor: #n3382495
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小田急リゾーツ、小田急ホテルセンチュリー相模大野、こがさかベイク、MONDO 相模大野、くちかほう、アンピール

“小田急ホテルセンチュリー相模大野,” operated by 株式会社小田急リゾーツ, will mark its 30th anniversary on November 1, 2026. To celebrate, it will offer special plans from October through December 2026, including a guaranteed 24-hour stay and services with special benefits.

Facts:
- 30th anniversary
- 1日あたり3室までの限定
- Breakfast included, from 15,450 yen
- Room only, from 13,800 yen
- Stay for up to 24 hours
- 1泊あたり1500円
- 10% discount coupon
- Total guest rooms: 120

## カチタス, No. 1 in purchasing and reselling existing homes※1, opens a new “熊本北店” in Kumamoto Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000079457.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346123-en.html
- anchor: #n3382494
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カチタス、カチタス、株式会社リプライス

株式会社カチタス opened its new “熊本北店” in Kumamoto Prefecture and began operations on October 15, 2026. This brings カチタス’s nationwide store count to 143, or 159 locations including group company リプライス.

Facts:
- 143 stores nationwide
- 159 business locations nationwide
- Approximately 23,000 vacant homes in total
- Approximately 8,000 in Kumamoto’s Kita Ward
- Approximately 5,000 in Tamana City
- Approximately 4,000 in Yamaga City
- Yamaga City’s vacant-home rate is 19.4%
- Tamana City: 17.2%
- Kumamoto’s Kita Ward: 12.5%
- More than 100,000 buildings to date
- The national average sale price is approximately 17 million yen
- Approximately 48,000 yen, comparable to the cost of rental housing

## For international markets: 株式会社 UnReact releases EC app “UR: Featured Collection Tabs”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000328.000072693.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346125-en.html
- anchor: #n3382493
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 UnReact、Shopify、Shopify Product Reviews、Judge.me

福岡県-based IT startup 株式会社UnReact has released “UR: Featured Collection Tabs,” an app for Shopify stores that displays multiple collections in tab format.

Facts:
- Up to 4 collections
- Basic Plan: $3.99 per month
- $39.99 per year
- Save 16%
- Free for 7 days after installation
- Officially launched at 10:00 on September 30, 2026

## Robots to be introduced on a trial basis at prefectural facilities!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001775.000108051.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346118-en.html
- anchor: #n3382492
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホープラン東京

As part of its “さがみロボット産業特区” initiative, Kanagawa Prefecture will trial the general-purpose AI service robot “ホプロボ” at the prefectural East and West Comprehensive Vocational Technology Schools.

Facts:
- 2 locations
- October 16
- Until around February

## A “preschool without graduation” concept 15 years in the making moves toward realization: Saga’s おへそグループ launches 5 new projects, including construction of a new school building

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:39:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000077951.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346127-en.html
- anchor: #n3382496
- Companies mentioned: おへそグループ、社会福祉法人みずものがたり

おへそグループ, which operates childcare, education and therapeutic support services in Saga City, Saga Prefecture, will launch 5 new projects in Reiwa 9, including construction of a new school building, as it works to realize its “preschool without graduation” concept developed over 15 years.

Facts:
- 15 years in the making
- 5 new projects
- 14,000 yen per month
- Enrolled for 3 years

## 【TAC School of Qualifications】“Start in November and pass the certified public accountant exam! A zero-dropout study method with interactive communication that leaves no questions unanswered” to be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:39:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003021.000021078.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346126-en.html
- anchor: #n3382497
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

TAC株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on October 27, 2026, for people aspiring to become certified public accountants.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
- From 18:30

## “Virtual Space Experience Festival in Utsunomiya” announced!!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:38:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000058028.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346131-en.html
- anchor: #n3382498
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社amulapo、アミュラポ

株式会社amulapo will hold “Virtual Space Experience Festival in Utsunomiya” on November 14 at the Tochigi Prefectural Cultural Center in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture.

Facts:
- A 10-year, ¥1 trillion-scale Space Strategy Fund
- A global market set to exceed 250 trillion yen by 2035
- Saturday, Nov. 14
- Experience fee: 3,500 yen
- Experience fee: 1,000 yen
- Experience fee: 500 yen

## おへそグループ’s “Community without graduation, connecting growth”: a new regional model from Saga earns national recognition—winner of the 2026 Good Design Award’s Good Focus Award [Community Design]

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:37:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000077951.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346135-en.html
- anchor: #n3382499
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人みずものがたり、おへそグループ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、一般社団法人CCC、こども家庭庁

社会福祉法人みずものがたり (おへそグループ) in Saga City, Saga Prefecture, has won the 2026 Good Design Award Best 100 and the Good Focus Award [Community Design], a special award, for “おへそ学道場,” a model for a “community without graduation” spanning childcare, education and welfare.

Facts:
- Receives more than 5,000 applications every year
- A further 3 are selected
- It began in 2011 as a small unlicensed childcare center with 5 children
- With 5 children
- This is how it came into being in 2017
- Around 200 infants and toddlers are nurtured
- 40 children in the after-school program
- 22 students in the middle and high school division
- A total of 140 people use the alternative school
- Around 80 professionals from diverse fields
- Through its activities, it has returned a cumulative total of around 900,000 yen to the community
- The lifetime membership program has 11 members
- Established by こども家庭庁 in December 2023
- Founded in 1957
- Fiscal 2026 marks the 70th edition

## NRIセキュア launches a service to support security measures for AI-driven development

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:36:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000052432.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346136-en.html
- anchor: #n3382500
- Companies mentioned: NRIセキュアテクノロジーズ株式会社、NRIセキュア

NRIセキュアテクノロジーズ has launched its “Security Support Service for AI-Driven Development,” targeting software development that uses generative AI and AI agents (AI-driven development). The service offers 4 components: developing rules for AI use, support for in-house development of AI agent harnesses, designing and building secure development processes, and support for automating vulnerability triage. It aims to achieve security without compromising productivity.

## 【千葉/袖ケ浦】袖ケ浦市奨学資金代理返還制度開始

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:35:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000133445.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346137-en.html
- anchor: #n3382501
- Companies mentioned: 袖ケ浦市

袖ケ浦市 has launched a program that allows companies and other employers of scholarship borrowers to repay their scholarship loans on their behalf.

Facts:
- October 1, Reiwa 8

## “A5-rank Japanese Black Wagyu for your beloved dog.” Ultra-luxurious reward meal “犬幸膳,” prepared by a working French chef, now on sale

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:33:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189733.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346138-en.html
- anchor: #n3382502
- Companies mentioned: 犬幸堂、株式会社ファーム横尾、アンリロ、ヤマト運輸

犬幸堂 officially began selling “犬幸膳,” dog food made with A5-rank Japanese Black Wagyu and prepared by a working French chef, through its official online store on October 15, 2026. The product is available in a limited run of 200 meals.

Facts:
- Available from October 15, 2026 (Thu.)
- Limited to 200 meals
- 9,000 yen, tax included
- Single item: 4,500 yen (tax included)
- Nationwide flat-rate shipping: 880 yen (tax included)

## [Total weight over 1.5 kg!] Popular ramen shop launches 2 forbidden “guilty pleasure bowls”! Tuna or pork belly? Enjoy ramen and rice bowls to your heart’s content!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:33:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000171794.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346140-en.html
- anchor: #n3382503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コネクト、めん屋まぐ郎

The ramen shop めん屋まぐ郎, operated by 株式会社コネクト, will launch “背徳丼M,” made with natural tuna scraps, and “背徳丼B,” made with pork belly, in October 2026. The set price is 1,600 yen, tax included.

Facts:
- Total weight over 1.5 kg
- October 2026
- 1,600 yen (tax included)
- 150g
- ¥800 including tax
- +50 yen

## WOWOW’s audio broadcast van wins the “2026 Good Design Award” and is also selected for the “Good Design Best 100”!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:32:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008981.000001355.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346142-en.html
- anchor: #n3382504
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOWOW、WOWOW、日本音響エンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社プレインズ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社WOWOW’s audio broadcast van won the 2026 Good Design Award and was selected for the Good Design Best 100.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 100 works
- Founded in 1957
- Began operation in 2025
- 96 kHz Hi-Res

## “The results of what people choose don’t tell you what happens on the sales floor.” ヴィアゲート launches “Shelf Trace,” which captures the process of making a choice

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:32:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000116494.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346144-en.html
- anchor: #n3382505
- Companies mentioned: ヴィアゲート株式会社、ソニー木原研究所、セーフィー株式会社

ヴィアゲート株式会社 has launched “Shelf Trace,” a sales-floor evaluation service on its “エモミル” insight research platform. The service places competing products and multiple product and packaging concepts on a virtual shelf online, capturing consumers’ choices in a sales-floor setting and the reasons behind them as a continuous process.

Facts:
- 1人あたり500円
- Starting at 50,000 yen for 100 people
- Responses can be collected in as little as 1 hour※
- More than 200 companies engaged and evaluated to date
- More than 36,000 AI interview responses to date

## Launch of the “15 cm Side Cabinet for Dishwashers,” which turns the 15 cm gap created when downsizing a built-in dishwasher into storage

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:31:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000942.000019955.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346146-en.html
- anchor: #n3382506
- Companies mentioned: アイリスオーヤマ株式会社、厚生労働省

アイリスオーヤマ will launch the “15 cm Side Cabinet for Dishwashers,” which turns the 15 cm gap created when changing the size of a built-in dishwasher into storage, on October 19, 2026.

Facts:
- 15 cm gap
- On sale from October 19, 2026
- The average household size in 2025 was 2.17 people
- 45 cm wide
- Width: 60 cm
- Width: 30cm
- Available from April 2026

## [第一実業] Notice of participation in the “iPSC 20th Anniversary Symposium”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:31:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000126055.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346149-en.html
- anchor: #n3382507
- Companies mentioned: 第一実業株式会社、パナソニック プロダクションエンジニアリング株式会社

第一実業株式会社 will exhibit at the “iPSC 20th Anniversary Symposium,” to be held at the Kyoto International Conference Center from October 20 to 22, 2026, and will introduce パナソニック プロダクションエンジニアリング株式会社’s automated cell culture and differentiation induction system.

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of its discovery
- ３ days, from October 20 (Tuesday) to 22 (Thursday), 2026

## noblechairs to launch the “LEGEND” desk chair on October 15, inspired by the driving seats of luxury sports cars

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:31:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000011615.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346151-en.html
- anchor: #n3382508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーキサイト、noblechairs、noblechairs ノーブルチェアーズ

株式会社アーキサイト will launch 5 products in the “LEGEND” series of high-back desk chairs from German gaming chair brand noblechairs on October 15, 2026.

Facts:
- October 15
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 5 products
- Up to 52 cm
- Adjustable from 90°~125°
- Rocking mechanism of up to 11°
- 4 directions (up/down, forward/backward, left/right, and diagonal)
- Approx. 1300-1365 x 670 x 570 mm
- Approx. 28 kg
- 1 year from the date of purchase

## LIGHTCON’s “ウィンドランナーGo!” set for official release on October 22 (Thursday)! Bonuses and login rewards unveiled, including 5 items such as Legend-grade characters, summons, and mounts

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000349.000056498.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346153-en.html
- anchor: #n3382509
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Weｍade Japan、WEMADE MAX Co., Ltd.、LIGHTCON Co., Ltd.

LIGHTCON Co., Ltd. announced that its idle RPG for smartphones, “ウィンドランナーGo!,” will officially launch on October 22, 2026. Pre-registration rewards and 7-day login bonuses will include Legend-grade characters and summons.

Facts:
- 60 million downloads worldwide
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
- 5 items in total
- Gacha tickets worth 3,000 pulls
- 10,000 rubies
- A total of 70,000 rubies
- Amazon gift card worth ¥10,000

## Professional tools “TAKAGI ACG 仮枠／ネイルハンマー” and “SHARK SAW 電工ナイフ” win the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000124423.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346154-en.html
- anchor: #n3382510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社髙儀、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

Professional tools “TAKAGI ACG仮枠／ネイルハンマー” and “SHARK SAW 電工ナイフ” from 株式会社髙儀 have won the 2026 Good Design Award.

Facts:
- FY2026
- Founded in 1957

## [株式会社CIO] “CIO MugWarmer Ⅱ,” a 2-in-1 mug warmer and Qi2-standard wireless charger, wins the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000710.000043212.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346156-en.html
- anchor: #n3382511
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CIO、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社CIO’s “CIO MugWarmer Ⅱ” won the 2026 Good Design Award, marking the company’s 5th consecutive win since fiscal 2022.

Facts:
- FY2026
- 5 consecutive years
- 40～70℃
- In 1°C increments
- In 1-minute increments
- Qi2
- 15W
- PD20W
- 9V/2.2A
- 7,980 yen (tax included)
- 1957
- 2017

## “ジオ神戸三宮,” featuring a GRAFTEKT kitchen, wins the Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000191214.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346188-en.html
- anchor: #n3382530
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TJMデザイン、GRAFTEKT、阪急阪神不動産株式会社、ジオ神戸三宮、kitchenhouse

GRAFTEKT, the kitchen brand of 株式会社TJMデザイン, has been selected as standard equipment for all 69 units of 阪急阪神不動産’s condominium “ジオ神戸三宮.” The overall design of the living spaces was recognized with a 2026 Good Design Award.

Facts:
- All 69 units
- FY2026
- Founded in 1909

## Oct. 16 (Fri.): じょじむら launches on YouTube and TikTok! Junko Iwao provides the character voice!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000062543.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346187-en.html
- anchor: #n3382529
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EPOCH、OSERU IMG.、GANMA!、どらどらしゃーぷ、KADOKAWA、オモコロ、玄光社、岩男潤子オフィス、ZERAPH INC.、SPLUCK

じょじむら, a creator with the creative studio OSERU IMG. of 株式会社EPOCH, will open official YouTube and TikTok accounts and begin posting videos on Oct. 16. Voice actor Junko Iwao will provide the character voice, and video adaptations of existing works and new works will be released.

Facts:
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- About 41,000 people
- More than 140,000 cases
- 16 years old
- 30th anniversary of voice acting debut

## Event report: ICNIM2026 held in Sapporo, with 394 participants from 24 countries and regions presenting 57 research papers on functional foods

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000027147.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346186-en.html
- anchor: #n3382528
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アミノアップ、(株)アミノアップ

株式会社アミノアップ supported the 34th annual meeting and public symposium of the International Congress on Integrative Medicine and Functional Foods (ICNIM2026), held in Sapporo on Sept. 12 and 13. The annual meeting drew 394 participants from 24 countries and regions, and 57 presentations were delivered.

Facts:
- 24 countries and regions
- 394 people
- 57 presentations

## George Cockle × Peter Barakan: DJ and talk event in Shibuya on Nov. 2 (Mon.) to mark the publication of the new book “100 Songs to Hear Before You Die”!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000107875.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346184-en.html
- anchor: #n3382527
- Companies mentioned: ハワード株式会社、wind、百年舎、interfm、NHK-FM、NHKワールドTV、株式会社しんか

ハワード株式会社 is sponsoring a DJ and talk event celebrating the publication of George Cockle’s new book “100 Songs to Hear Before You Die” and will hold a giveaway featuring its NUTMEG brand.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 100 songs
- ￥3,500
- ￥700
- June 1990
- ¥350 million

## 3 products win at once: Morning, noon and night. 3 tools that help maintain the temperature of your home have all won the Good Design Award.

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000182790.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346182-en.html
- anchor: #n3382526
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトラス、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社アトラス has won the 2026 Good Design Award for 3 products at once: an insulated tabletop pot, a super-insulated one-touch mug bottle, and a vacuum-insulated ice container.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Cumulative series shipments: 5 million bottles

## [らぽっぽファーム] Enjoy Halloween with sweet potatoes and pumpkin! “Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Florentine Tart” available for a limited time from Oct. 15

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000034424.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346181-en.html
- anchor: #n3382525
- Companies mentioned: 白ハト食品工業株式会社、らぽっぽファーム

らぽっぽファーム, operated by 白ハト食品工業株式会社, will sell its Halloween product “Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Florentine Tart” for a limited time from Oct. 15 through 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- Oct. 31
- 400 years old

## “Total Laser Safety Support” wins the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000030460.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346179-en.html
- anchor: #n3382524
- Companies mentioned: 山本光学株式会社、YAMAMOTO、SWANS

山本光学株式会社’s “Total Laser Safety Support” has won the 2026 Good Design Award.

Facts:
- FY2026
- About 40 years ago
- 115th anniversary of founding

## [Prime Appreciation Festival main sale starts tomorrow, 10/16] Get ready for reduced visibility before winter arrives. Windshield scale removers, headlight cleaners and more at sale prices

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000030950.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346178-en.html
- anchor: #n3382523
- Companies mentioned: ユニオンエタニティ株式会社、Mobiful、モビフル、Amazon.co.jp、Amazon、Sarupika、CARZEL

ユニオンエタニティ株式会社 will offer fall and winter car-care products at special prices during Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival, starting Oct. 16. Products include Sarupika windshield scale removers and headlight cleaners.

Facts:
- The main sale starts on Oct. 16 (Fri.)
- The main sale runs for 4 days, through 23:59 on Oct. 19 (Mon.)
- Early-bird sale (through 23:59 today, Oct. 15 (Thu.))
- Regular price: ¥3,480 (tax included)
- Special price: ¥3,306 (tax included)
- (About 5% off)
- Regular price: 2,980 yen (tax included)
- Prime Appreciation Festival special price: ¥2,680 (tax included)
- (About 10% off)
- Regular price: ¥2,480 (tax included)
- Prime Appreciation Festival special price: ¥2,350 (tax included)
- CARZEL open-ear earbuds: ¥11,880 (tax included)
- ⇒ ¥6,580 (tax included)
- (About 44% off)
- Sarupika unpainted plastic coating agent “Return Black”: ¥3,980 (tax included)
- ⇒ ¥3,590 (tax included)
- (About 9% off)
- Main sale: from 0:00 on Oct. 16, 2026
- through 23:59 on Oct. 19
- Early-bird sale: from 0:00 on Oct. 13, 2026

## FMV Note U (UX-K3) wins the Good Design Gold Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000041345.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346177-en.html
- anchor: #n3382522
- Companies mentioned: 富士通クライアントコンピューティング株式会社、FCCL、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

富士通クライアントコンピューティング’s FMV Note U (UX-K3) mobile laptop has won the Gold Award in the 2026 Good Design Awards. Other models from the company also won awards, with recognition for features including its lightweight design and AI experience.

Facts:
- World’s lightest at about 634 g※2
- Lightweight body weighing about 876 g※3
- Up to about 41 hours of battery life※4
- About ¥75 million
- Support from more than 2,900 people

## Compact yet capturing the appeal of a grand piano: Kawai hybrid piano “NOVUS NV12” wins the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000045724.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346176-en.html
- anchor: #n3382521
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社河合楽器製作所、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社河合楽器製作所’s hybrid piano “NOVUS NV12” has won the 2026 Good Design Award.

Facts:
- ¥1,452,000
- FY2026

## MIRAI launches project to build a new “employment for skill development” pathway in anticipation of the “specific skilled worker cap being reached” in 2027; recruiting participating organizations

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000096742.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346175-en.html
- anchor: #n3382520
- Companies mentioned: MIRAI株式会社、サステナブルホールディングス株式会社、サステナブルホールディングスグループ

MIRAI株式会社 has launched a project to build a new “employment for skill development” pathway in response to concerns that sector-specific acceptance caps under the specified skilled worker system could be reached in 2027. It is seeking participation from businesses in nursing care and agriculture.

Facts:
- Phone: 03-6821-3107

## [Immersive Journey Nagoya] On track to reach 100,000 cumulative visitors soon. New content “Pyramid Builders” confirmed, with special discounts ＜Aichi＞

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000157222.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346173-en.html
- anchor: #n3382519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社名鉄インプレス、株式会社CinemaLeap、Excurio

Immersive Journey Nagoya, operated by 株式会社名鉄インプレス and 株式会社CinemaLeap, is expected to reach 100,000 cumulative visitors soon, having opened in January 2026. To mark the confirmed release of new content “The Secret of the Pyramid Builders,” special discounts will be offered for a limited time.

Facts:
- 100,000 cumulative visitors
- Ancient Egypt about 4,500 years ago
- Fee: 3,500 yen per person
- Regular price: ¥4,000 per person
- More than 5 million cumulative visitors

## 【ロロ・ピアーナ】 東京・表参道に新旗艦店をオープン

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000061598.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346165-en.html
- anchor: #n3382518
- Companies mentioned: ロロ・ピアーナ、ロロ・ピアーナ ジャパン合同会社、伊勢丹新宿店

On October 9, 2026, ロロ・ピアーナ opened its new flagship store in Omotesando, Tokyo, its 15th store in Japan. Designed by Jun Aoki, the building spans 4 floors and features a terracotta-tile facade, exclusive products and the “Master of Fibres” installation.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- August 1999
- Its 15th store in Japan
- Spacious 4 floors
- From October 29 to November 1, 2026
- More than 1,400 terracotta tiles
- 7 different shades
- Since its founding in 1924
- 地下1階を含む、4フロア

## “YAA,” “BAGGAGE STATION” and the renovation project for the 24th floor of the lab office “We Labo” receive the “2026 Good Design Award”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000103401.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346164-en.html
- anchor: #n3382517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オカムラ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、株式会社デンソーウェーブ、釜石市、株式会社かまいしDMC、日鉄興和不動産株式会社

株式会社オカムラのブレンディングファニチュア「YAA」、ホテル向け無人荷物預かり保管庫「BAGGAGE STATION」、およびラボオフィス「We Labo」24階の改装プロジェクトが、2026年10月に開催された「2026年度グッドデザイン賞」を受賞した。

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Established in 1957
- First won in 1962
- Won awards for 60 consecutive years since 1967
- Can be installed starting with a minimum of 3 doors
- Can be expanded to a maximum of 100 doors

## “BFS LOUNGE SHIP / LX56AZ” and Yanmar tractor “YT6” receive the “2026 Good Design Award”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000394.000034384.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346163-en.html
- anchor: #n3382516
- Companies mentioned: ヤンマーホールディングス、ヤンマーマリンインターナショナルアジア株式会社、野村不動産株式会社、ヤンマーアグリ株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、フェアモント東京

ヤンマーホールディングスのグループ会社であるヤンマーマリンインターナショナルアジア株式会社と野村不動産株式会社が共同開発したラウンジシップ「BFS LOUNGE SHIP / LX56AZ」、およびヤンマーアグリ株式会社が開発したトラクター「YT6」が、2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞。

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 330° wide field of view

## “Osouji Honpo makes your wish come true.” Novacell produces a new commercial for HITOWA’s “Osouji Honpo,” airing begins October 15

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000567.000010550.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346162-en.html
- anchor: #n3382515
- Companies mentioned: ノバセル株式会社、HITOWA ライフパートナーカンパニー、ラクスル株式会社

ノバセル株式会社は、HITOWAライフパートナーカンパニーのハウスクリーニングサービス「おそうじ本舗」の新TVCMを企画・制作し、10月15日より放映を開始した。

Facts:
- About 3 in 4 people (75.7%)
- All responses, n=1,057
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 15 seconds

## The “Search by tracing gasoline prices” and “Diagram timetable” features win the 2026 Good Design Award!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000618.000026884.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346160-en.html
- anchor: #n3382514
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビタイムジャパン、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社ナビタイムジャパンは、『NAVITIMEドライブサポーター』の「ガソリン価格なぞって検索」と『NAVITIME』の「ダイヤグラム時刻表」機能が、2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞したと発表した。また、受賞を記念しプレミアムプラスコースの新規入会キャンペーンを実施する。

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 1日3回の情報更新
- Monthly plan (880 yen, tax included)
- First month free
- A plan available for 500 yen, tax included

## 【イベント事後レポート】セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン『北海道♡宣言』メディア発表会

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001271.000155396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346158-en.html
- anchor: #n3382513
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン

株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch “Hokkaido♡Declaration” at 991 stores in Hokkaido starting October 20, 2026, switching ingredients such as rice and wheat to locally produced Hokkaido products. It will also appoint Masaki Hasegawa of Nishikigoi as a special ambassador and step up its promotional efforts.

Facts:
- 991 セブン‐イレブン stores in Hokkaido
- (As of the end of September 2026)
- Starting October 20 (Tuesday)
- To be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026

## Taka and Toshi go head-to-head in golf! A whiff on the very first shot!? “Taka-Toshi & Lion’s! Let’s Play New Golf!” Season 3 #36 airs Saturday, October 17, 9:30

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005403.000029501.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4346157-en.html
- anchor: #n3382512
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、BSよしもと、TEAM近藤、鬼越トマホーク

タカアンドトシと大西ライオン出演のBSよしもと番組『タカトシ＆ライオンの！新ゴルフやろうぜ！』Season3#36が10月17日9:30に放送される。ゲストを迎えた9ホールマッチプレー対決や特別ルール、タカVSトシのタイマンバトルなどが紹介されている。

Facts:
- #36
- Oct. 17
- 9:30
- 9 holes
- 1 win and 1 loss
- BS Channel 265

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月18日(日)開催 トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 vs 日本生命レッドエルフ ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:27:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003244.000038094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345940-en.html
- anchor: #n3382433
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、日本生命レッドエルフ

Bench players have been announced for the October 18 match between トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 and 日本生命レッドエルフ in the ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 season regular season.

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Sunday, Oct. 18

## Announcement: Special exhibition on professional baseball players who retired in 2026

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:27:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000065589.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345941-en.html
- anchor: #n3382434
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人野球殿堂博物館、東京ヤクルトスワローズ、埼玉西武ライオンズ、オリックス、ロッテ、ソフトバンク、日本ハム、楽天

The Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced that its “2026 Special Exhibition on Retired Professional Baseball Players,” featuring items such as uniforms and bats belonging to players who retired during the 2026 season, will open on October 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- Sunday, January 31, 27
- Game marking 24 consecutive years of victories

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月18日(日)開催 木下アビエル神奈川 vs 日本ペイントマレッツ ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:26:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003243.000038094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345943-en.html
- anchor: #n3382435
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、木下アビエル神奈川、日本ペイントマレッツ

Bench players have been announced for the October 18 match between 木下アビエル神奈川 and 日本ペイントマレッツ in the ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 season regular season.

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Sunday, Oct. 18

## 福岡・天神で20周年！カフェ＆ブックス ビブリオテークが記念のパンケーキフェアを開催。福岡限定「明太子づくしのパンケーキ」＆人気メニュー復刻など、全10種類が登場！

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:25:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000399.000014421.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345946-en.html
- anchor: #n3382437
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社コンテンポラリープランニングセンター、カフェ＆ブックス ビブリオテーク、PANCAKE & books bibliothèque、ルミネ有楽町店、アトレ吉祥寺、E~ma、VIORO、鶴屋百貨店、PARKTERiA、なんばパークス

「カフェ＆ブックス ビブリオテーク」福岡・天神店は2026年の開業20周年を記念し、9月16日より全10種類のパンケーキを提供するフェアを開催。福岡限定で明太子を使った新メニューが登場する。

Facts:
- 20th anniversary
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 10 types in total
- Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026

## Ｓｋｙ株式会社 expands partnership with クラウドストライク through AWS Marketplace

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:25:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001389.000001552.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345945-en.html
- anchor: #n3382436
- Companies mentioned: Ｓｋｙ株式会社、クラウドストライク、AWS Marketplace

Ｓｋｙ株式会社 is expanding its partnership with クラウドストライク and will begin reselling the AI-native “CrowdStrike Falcon® platform” through CPPO on AWS Marketplace.

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月18日(日)開催 静岡ジェード vs 琉球アスティーダ ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:24:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003242.000038094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345947-en.html
- anchor: #n3382438
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、静岡ジェード、琉球アスティーダ

The regular-season match between 静岡ジェード and 琉球アスティーダ in the ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 season will be held on October 18, and the bench players have been announced.

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Sunday, Oct. 18

## SUNEAST enters the storage market for servers and data centers; begins accepting sample evaluations for high-endurance SATA SSDs

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:24:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000131068.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345948-en.html
- anchor: #n3382439
- Companies mentioned: SUNEAST、株式会社旭東エレクトロニクス、株式会社旭東コーポレーション

SUNEAST (株式会社旭東エレクトロニクス) is entering the storage market for servers and data centers and will begin sample evaluations of its high-endurance SATA SSD “SERVER PRO 5000” on November 4, 2026.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 2.5-inch
- 240GB to 3,840GB
- Up to 536MB/s
- Up to 96,000 IOPS
- 1 DWPD
- 5 years
- 438TB to 7,008TB

## Low-code development platform “SPIRAL ver.1” wins the top “LEADER” rating in 2 categories of the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” for the 5th consecutive year and 21st consecutive term

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:23:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000056349.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345942-en.html
- anchor: #n3382440
- Companies mentioned: スパイラル株式会社、アイティクラウド株式会社

SPIRAL ver.1, the low-code development platform of スパイラル株式会社, received the highest honor, “LEADER,” in 2 categories of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, marking 5 consecutive years and 21 consecutive terms. SPIRAL WebTools also received its first award.

Facts:
- 2 divisions
- 5 consecutive years
- 22 consecutive terms
- More than 14,000 companies in total

## U-MAP and 田中精密工業 launch capital and business alliance — Aim to create new business in thermal management for next-generation power semiconductors —

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:23:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000037470.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345951-en.html
- anchor: #n3382441
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社U-MAP、U-MAP、田中精密工業株式会社、田中精密工業

株式会社U-MAPと田中精密工業は、2026年9月28日付で資本業務提携契約を締結した。両社はU-MAPの新材料「Thermalnite®」と田中精密工業の設計・量産技術を融合し、EVやデータセンター向け次世代パワー半導体の熱マネジメント領域における新事業創出を目指す。冷却システムの重量半減を目指し、2030年までの事業化を目標としている。

Facts:
- As of September 28, 2026
- By 2030
- As of 2025
- Half the weight

## From a US-only approach to a framework that includes Japan and South Korea: AMED selection prompts shift in strategy for Phase 3 biliary tract cancer trial — Interview report on ジェイファーマ released by next-generation equity research service ENVALITH（エンヴァリス）

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:22:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000176312.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345954-en.html
- anchor: #n3382442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンヴァリス、ジェイファーマ株式会社、ENVALITH、エンヴァリス、Bloomberg、FactSet、Factiva、AlphaSense、LSEG、Refinitiv、Kabutan、IFIS、QUICK

株式会社エンヴァリス released an interview report on ジェイファーマ. Following its selection by AMED, the company changed its strategy for the Phase 3 biliary tract cancer trial Beacon-BTC, shifting from a US-only approach to a framework that includes Japan and South Korea.

Facts:
- Fiscal year ending March 2027
- Securities code: 520A
- Approximately 120 total cases in Part A
- Approximately 70% of patients receiving second-line treatment in the US and Europe

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月18日(日)開催 金沢ポート vs T.T彩たま ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:22:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003241.000038094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345956-en.html
- anchor: #n3382443
- Companies mentioned: ノジマＴリーグ、金沢ポート、T.T彩たま、一般社団法人Ｔリーグ

Bench players announced for the 金沢ポート vs. T.T彩たま match on October 18 in the ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 season regular season.

Facts:
- 2026-2027
- Oct. 18

## “Extreme heat” in the west, “rain and typhoons” in the east: Regional differences in summer vacation outings in 2026 / いこーよ総研 user survey

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:22:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000768.000026954.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345959-en.html
- anchor: #n3382444
- Companies mentioned: アクトインディ株式会社、いこーよ総研

アクトインディ株式会社 released the results of a survey analyzing family outings during the 2026 summer vacation across eastern and western Japan. In the west, extreme heat led to reduced use of pools and indoor play areas, discouraging day trips, while rain and typhoons had a notable impact in the east. Zoo visits increased nationwide, with particularly significant growth in the west and Tokai region.

Facts:
- Down 13.8 percentage points from the previous year
- “Pools” also declined by 7.5 percentage points
- “Zoos and safari parks” increased by 7.7 percentage points
- In the west, the decline was notable, falling from 53% to 41%, a drop of 12.2 percentage points
- Up approximately 20 percentage points in Tokai
- The share who answered “because it was hot” was 56.1% in the west, compared with
- 22.4% in the east
- 25.0% in the east
- 4.9% in the west
- Nationwide, “I stayed home because of extreme heat” was the most common response, at 36.9%
- In the west, it accounted for 48.3%, or about half
- Exceeding the 30.9% in the east
- Sample size: 576 samples

## タカギ wins 2026 Good Design Award for 4 products

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:21:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000041767.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345963-en.html
- anchor: #n3382445
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タカギ、タカギ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社タカギ announced that 4 products won the 2026 Good Design Award, organized by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会: the YUQOL shower for bathrooms, the Bubble Connector for watering, the Clear-in water-filtering pot, and the CHOCOM faucet-mounted water purifier.

Facts:
- Our 4 products won awards
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Since its founding in 1961

## リザプロ株式会社 partners with 台湾留学101センター to support comprehensive and school-recommendation admissions and university study in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000063446.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345986-en.html
- anchor: #n3382451
- Companies mentioned: リザプロ株式会社、台湾留学101センター、株式会社A&W

リザプロ株式会社 and 台湾留学101センター (operated by 株式会社A&W) signed a business alliance agreement on October 15, 2026, to collaborate on preparation for comprehensive and school-recommendation admissions and support for university study in Taiwan.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- Approximately 120 people
- July 6, 2026
- 4 years
- June 2020

## “I struggled because I couldn’t buy groceries using deferred payment” (man in his 50s) | About 1 in 2 people who have lost their contact information also experienced food insecurity during the same period

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000116196.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345984-en.html
- anchor: #n3382450
- Companies mentioned: 誰でもスマホリサーチセンター、農林水産省、株式会社アーラリンク

A survey by 誰でもスマホリサーチセンター found that about half of people who had lost their mobile phones experienced food insecurity during the same period. Among those who had bought food using carrier billing and also experienced unpaid deferred payments, the figure was 66.3%. 株式会社アーラリンク supports people facing financial hardship through its 誰でもスマホ service.

Facts:
- Total (N=445)
- 359 people who lost or nearly lost their mobile phones
- About 1 in 2 people (54.6%)
- 29.0% (104 people)
- The food bank open list includes 344 organizations
- 66.3% (69 people)
- Cumulative support for 110,000 people

## LAWGUE, a generative AI contract-work platform, wins 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000037680.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345982-en.html
- anchor: #n3382449
- Companies mentioned: FRAIM株式会社、Microsoft、Claude、ChatGPT、Gemini、マイクロソフト グループ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

LAWGUE, a generative AI-enabled contract-work platform provided by FRAIM株式会社, won the 2026 Good Design Award in the business systems and services category. The judges praised its track record of adoption by more than 1,500 companies and its human-AI collaborative design, enabled by integration with general-purpose generative AI.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- More than 1,500 companies
- As of Sept. 2026
- Added in October 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Nov. 4 (Wed.)
- A milestone 70th edition

## [Niigata: Ojiya × Minamiuonuma innovation event] Turning snow-country challenges into future value! “Yukiguni Startup Day 2026” to be held in Tokyo on November 25

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000117712.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345979-en.html
- anchor: #n3382448
- Companies mentioned: Tokyo Innovation Base、株式会社Quark、アイスライス株式会社、長岡技術科学大学、Fleurinary株式会社、山崎醸造株式会社、株式会社魚沼スッポン、株式会社ミライス、Socialups株式会社、オイシックス株式会社、文化放送、一般社団法人南魚沼市まちづくり推進機構、株式会社テレビ新潟放送網、Peatix

Ojiya City and Minamiuonuma City will hold “Yukiguni Startup Day 2026” in Tokyo on November 25, 2026, featuring talk sessions and pitches by entrepreneurs and researchers on the themes of food tech and snow tech.

Facts:
- Nov. 25, 2026
- 100 attendees in person
- Participation fee: 500 yen

## Works planned and produced by I&S BBDO and BBDO J WEST win 4 awards, including Gold, at the 2026 66th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000001001.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345969-en.html
- anchor: #n3382447
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社I&S BBDO、I&S BBDO、BBDO J WEST、デニーズジャパン、九州広告業協会、フンドーキン醤油、IDEXグループ、オムニコムグループ、Omnicom Group、BBDO Worldwide

Works by I&S BBDO and BBDO J WEST won 4 awards, including Gold, at the 2026 66th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS.

Facts:
- 2026
- 66th

## JAL/JTA apply to revise international “Fuel Surcharge” (tickets issued from November to December 2026)

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001580.000030684.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345965-en.html
- anchor: #n3382446
- Companies mentioned: JAL、JTA、日本航空株式会社

JAL and JTA applied to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to revise the international fuel surcharge, effective from November 2026. Although rising Singapore kerosene market prices would normally mean Zone T applies, the amount will be set at the Zone S level (24,000 yen benchmark) in light of the government’s emergency measures to mitigate sudden changes.

Facts:
- 1バレルあたり159.19米ドル
- 1米ドル157.61円
- 25,089 yen
- 25,000 yen benchmark
- 24,000 yen benchmark

## Registration opens October 26 for charity run “White Ribbon Run 2027”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:19:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000017711.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345950-en.html
- anchor: #n3382452
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人ジョイセフ、BUDO、サラヤ株式会社、INSOUホールディングス株式会社、アスト株式会社、株式会社コーチョー、株式会社LEMONADE、西武信用金庫、株式会社ブースト

International cooperation NGO JOICFP will open registration on October 26, 2026, for the charity run “White Ribbon Run 2027,” held in conjunction with International Women’s Day on March 8 to protect women’s health and rights.

Facts:
- Starts October 26, 2026
- Regular price: 5,500 yen
- 1人あたり700円割引（通常5,500円→4,800円）
- 1人あたり700円割引
- More than 62 locations nationwide

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月18日(日)開催 木下マイスター東京 vs 岡山リベッツ ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:19:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003240.000038094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345952-en.html
- anchor: #n3382453
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、木下マイスター東京、岡山リベッツ

ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027シーズン公式戦、10月18日に木下マイスター東京対岡山リベッツのベンチ入り選手を発表。

Facts:
- 2026-2027
- Oct. 18

## [Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture] Calling for participants! Why not take a leisurely walk on Mount Kora, adorned with autumn leaves, this fall?

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:19:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000683.000041975.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345962-en.html
- anchor: #n3382454
- Companies mentioned: 筑後地区観光協議会、久留米市役所、JR御井駅、JR久留米大学前駅

As part of the 2026 Kyushu Olle Fair, the “Mount Kora Autumn Leaves Olle” event will be held on November 22 on the Kurume-Mount Kora course, and participants are being recruited.

Facts:
- Participation fee: ¥2,000
- Capacity: 300 people
- Date and time: Reiwa 8, November 22

## “Memorial Photobook Service Photo Bookle,” which compiles memories of a loved one into a book and delivers it to the bereaved family, wins the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:19:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000049110.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345964-en.html
- anchor: #n3382455
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バリューブリッジ、鎌倉新書、フォトテック

株式会社バリューブリッジ’s “Memorial Photobook Service Photo Bookle” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. It was highly praised for its system that enables multiple people to collect photos and messages online and jointly create a photobook, helping address the “lack of mourning” accompanying the rise in family funerals.

Facts:
- “Family funerals” were the most common, at 47.0%
- Price: 980 yen (tax included)
- 2026 Good Design Award

## [Dior] Vittoria Puccini wears Dior at the premiere of “IL RUMORE DELLE COSE NUOVE” at the 21st Rome Film Festival

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:19:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003154.000008795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345967-en.html
- anchor: #n3382456
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、Dior、クリスチャン ディオール

On October 13, 2026, Vittoria Puccini wore Dior at the premiere of “IL RUMORE DELLE COSE NUOVE” at the 21st Rome Film Festival.

Facts:
- Oct. 13, 2026
- 21st edition
- 0120-02-1947

## glafit、2026年度グッドデザイン賞をW受賞！

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:19:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000031007.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345968-en.html
- anchor: #n3382457
- Companies mentioned: glafit株式会社、glafit

glafit株式会社は、電動アシスト自転車「UFR-01」と観光周遊マイクロシェアリングサービス「WANDERIDE」の2件が2026年度グッドデザイン賞を受賞したと発表した。

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 2 items
- 500 W rated output
- Planned retail price: 297,000 yen
- Planned release: January 2027

## Kanto Mint partners with AlphaDrive, expanding collaboration with partners from outside Hokkaido to bring new value to the region.

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:17:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000160313.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345970-en.html
- anchor: #n3382458
- Companies mentioned: カントミント株式会社、株式会社アルファドライブ

カントミント株式会社 has entered into a business partnership with AlphaDrive, which supports new business development, and will launch 4 joint initiatives to revitalize Hokkaido and address regional challenges.

Facts:
- The company was founded in April 2025
- We will jointly pursue the following 4 initiatives
- Capacity: approximately 30 participants
- We have supported the creation of more than 23,800 projects across 260 companies and 26 prefectures

## 「DQHD（5120×1440）」とラトックシステム製品（パソコン切替器など）の動作確認情報を公開しました

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:16:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000388.000023921.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345971-en.html
- anchor: #n3382459
- Companies mentioned: ラトックシステム株式会社、ラトックシステム

ラトックシステム has published compatibility information for video-related products, including PC switches, that support DQHD (5120×1440) resolution.

Facts:
- “DQHD (5120×1440)”
- Supports 8K60Hz/4K120Hz
- Established: Oct. 13, 1983

## Marubun launches “Kebbi Talk,” a voice dialogue application that allows users to interrupt the conversation

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:16:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000166754.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345972-en.html
- anchor: #n3382460
- Companies mentioned: 丸文株式会社、フレンドリーテック、NUWA Robotics Corp.、NUWAロボティクスJAPAN 株式会社

丸文株式会社 has launched “Kebbi Talk,” a voice dialogue application for the AI communication robot Kebbi, developed by フレンドリーテック.

Facts:
- March 2024
- 1844
- 1947

## Children enjoy Halloween crafts at a child-rearing support facility in 高槻市

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:15:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001018.000118013.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345973-en.html
- anchor: #n3382461
- Companies mentioned: 高槻市、高槻市立子育て総合支援センター「カンガルーの森」

A craft event was held at 高槻市立子育て総合支援センター「カンガルーの森」, where infants and their guardians made jack-o’-lantern bags ahead of Halloween.

Facts:
- Thursday, October 15, Reiwa 8
- Opened in Heisei 19
- Infants from 0 years old until they start school
- From 9:00 to 19:00
- From 10:00 to 17:00

## ＜CASANEO/カサネオ＞, created by the inventor of mille crepes, wins the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:13:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000028015.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345305-en.html
- anchor: #n3382230
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュゼット・ホールディングス、CASANEO/カサネオ、アンリ・シャルパンティエ、シーキューブ、バックハウスイリエ、ビーン トゥ フィナンシェ

The mille crepe specialty shop ＜CASANEO/カサネオ＞, operated by 株式会社シュゼット・ホールディングス, has won the 2026 Good Design Award in recognition of its branding following its rebrand in April 2025.

Facts:
- In its 7th year as a brand
- April 2025
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 95 stores in Japan
- 11 overseas locations
- 44 stores
- 3 stores
- 2 stores
- Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie 2023
- 20 paper-thin crepe layers
- Mille Crepe: The Original / 591 yen
- Milk Cream: Hokkaido Pure Fresh Milk / 781 yen
- Made with 76% raw milk from Hokkaido

## Notice of strategic business partnership and joint office opening by 株式会社エルアンドコージー and 株式会社Alfree to promote digital transformation and create new businesses

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:12:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000008575.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345307-en.html
- anchor: #n3382231
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エルアンドコージー、L&COZY、株式会社Alfree、Alfree

株式会社エルアンドコージー and 株式会社Alfree have entered into a strategic business partnership to promote digital transformation and create new businesses, and will open a joint office in Shinjuku, Tokyo, in October 2026.

Facts:
- 78-year history
- October 2026
- Over 13 years

## HomeServe’s “Subscription Home Repair Service” wins the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000155550.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345306-en.html
- anchor: #n3382232
- Companies mentioned: ホームサーブ株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、三菱商事株式会社、HomeServe社、消費者庁、日本郵政

ホームサーブ株式会社’s “Subscription Home Repair Service” has won the 2026 Good Design Award, presented by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会. Cumulative contracts have exceeded 433,000, with customer satisfaction at 96.7% and a contract renewal rate of 93.7%.

Facts:
- 433,000 cumulative contracts※1
- Customer satisfaction: 96.7%※2
- Contract renewal rate: 93.7%※7
- Nationwide network of approximately 800 partner companies※4
- 1か月あたり590円※3

## [Survey Report] Following the liquor tax revision, about half of alcohol consumers say it will prompt them to buy “beer.” While the shift to “full-fledged beer” is advancing, 30% choose “non-alcoholic drinks” to protect their household budgets / Macromill

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000000624.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345308-en.html
- anchor: #n3382233
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マクロミル、Macromill News事務局

Following the unification of tax rates on beer-type beverages under the liquor tax revision, a Macromill survey found that 55% of alcohol consumers were interested, and about half said it would prompt them to buy “beer.” While some happoshu and new-genre drinkers are switching to beer, a tendency was also seen for about 30% to choose “non-alcoholic beverages” to avoid higher taxes.

Facts:
- Those who said they were interested totaled 55.4%
- “Beer” ranked highest, at 46.6%
- “Beer” increased by 22.3 percentage points
- “Beer” increased by 23.6 percentage points
- Overall, “non-alcoholic beer” accounted for 24.1%
- “Non-alcoholic chu-hi, cocktails and sours” accounted for 20.1%
- 3,000 men and women nationwide, ages 20–79

## For its 10th year, the theme is “growing together.” The IKEBUKURO LIVING LOOP Special Market, cultivating “everyday life with a living room in the heart of the city,” will be held! (10/30–11/1)

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000029285.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345329-en.html
- anchor: #n3382244
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社nest、株式会社グリップセカンド、株式会社サンシャインシティ、株式会社良品計画、豊島区、有限会社平和堂薬局、西武鉄道株式会社、渡邊建設株式会社、武蔵塗料ホールディングス株式会社、WACCA IKEBUKURO、池袋パルコ、株式会社信ホールディングス、株式会社三井住友銀行、巣鴨信用金庫、西武池袋本店、西武信用金庫 池袋支店、東京信用金庫、東京建物株式会社、マテックス株式会社、NPO法人ゼファー池袋まちづくり、株式会社オンデザインパートナーズ、株式会社まめくらし、株式会社オープンエー、THE HASUNE FARM、横田農場、SOU FARM、鴨志田農園、奈良山園、PRONTニッセイ池袋店

株式会社nestら4社が企画運営する「IKEBUKURO LIVING LOOP」のスペシャルマーケットが、2026年10月30日から11月1日まで池袋駅東口グリーン大通りなどで開催される。テーマは「共に育む」で、地元の生産者による野菜販売や循環型アクション、トークプログラムなどが実施される。

Facts:
- The 4 companies are making use of Green Boulevard, which serves as the gateway to Ikebukuro Station’s east exit in 豊島区.
- From Friday, October 30, 2026, to Sunday, November 1
- Friday, October 30, 11:00-20:00
- Sunday, November 1, 11:00-16:00
- Five groups of producers working on sustainable, regenerative natural farming
- 年に１度の特別な3日間として
- Rethinking food self-sufficiency from Tokyo, where the rate is 0.4%

## Spicemart and PLAYIO survey more than 10,000 active game users: 43.1% of paying users purchase passes or subscription-based products

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000164776.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345327-en.html
- anchor: #n3382243
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PLAYIO、株式会社スパイスマート、Apple、Google、Google Play Store

株式会社PLAYIO and 株式会社スパイスマート surveyed 10,873 active users of the Playio platform. Of paying users, 43.1% purchased subscription-based products, with monthly passes the most popular at 65.0%.

Facts:
- 10,873 users
- 43.1% of paying users
- Monthly passes account for 65.0%
- 2.4 million cumulative members
- 5 million cumulative downloads
- 1日あたり約3.6時間

## Second Asbestos Countermeasures Seminar for Property Owners and Construction Clients to Be Held on November 17: “Legal Compliance” Alone Cannot Prevent Harm! Experience International Expertise, See the Latest Equipment, and Learn About Litigation Risk Cases

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000017314.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345325-en.html
- anchor: #n3382242
- Companies mentioned: 日建リース工業株式会社、一般社団法人日本石綿対策技術協会、ACA Japan、位田浩法律事務所、ASSEA、THNグループ株式会社、THNジャパン株式会社、菊水化学工業株式会社、Catharsis Inc.、カタルシス株式会社、株式会社EFAラボラトリーズ、HTTプロジェクト株式会社、THNグループ、落合興産有限会社、株式会社エコライズ、コネクトマテリアル株式会社、三井不動産

The Future Zero Asbestos Harm Project, which involves 日建リース工業株式会社 and others, will hold its 2nd asbestos countermeasures seminar on November 17, offering participants the chance to learn about risk management beyond legal compliance, regulatory practices in Australia, and the latest protective equipment.

Facts:
- Nov. 17
- 13:00～17:00
- Nov. 17, 2026
- Participation fee: Free

## PLAY! PARK to Exhibit at “TOKYO Culture Debut PARK.” Make a Colorful Drink That’s Fun to Shake and Hear!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000150073.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345321-en.html
- anchor: #n3382241
- Companies mentioned: エイアンドビーホールディングス株式会社、株式会社オーディオテクニカ、東京都、アーツカウンシル東京、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団、手塚建築研究所

エイアンドビーホールディングス株式会社 will exhibit at “TOKYO Culture Debut PARK” in collaboration with 株式会社オーディオテクニカ, and hold a children’s workshop, “Make a Sound Shake.”

Facts:
- 2026年11月14日（土）・15日（日）
- 26 supporting companies and organizations
- Reception hours: 10:00–16:30
- Approx. 20 minutes
- 定員 1日100名を予定
- 1回の受付は8名まで
- Ages 3 and up
- Participation fee: free
- PLAY! PARK began collaborating with オーディオテクニカ in 2022
- Dates: November 14 (Saturday) and 15 (Sunday), 2026, 10:00–17:00
- Ages 0–18
- The space, spanning approximately 1,000㎡,
- is refreshed every 3 months to half a year
- Tickets go on sale at 10:00, 3 weeks before the visit date
- 1-day ticket [Tachikawa discount] 900 yen
- 3-hour ticket 1,300 yen
- 200 yen for every additional 15 minutes
- Groups of 15 or more children are treated as a group booking
- [Established] April 1, 2014

## カワニシカバンの新シリーズ"Dual"から第3弾、縦長レザートート「every［エブリー］」登場。革1枚で仕立てたミニマルデザイン──YouTube登録者15万人の香川発・バッグブランド

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000089378.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345319-en.html
- anchor: #n3382240
- Companies mentioned: カワニシカバン、株式会社カワニシカバンプロダクト

香川県高松市を拠点とするカワニシカバン（株式会社カワニシカバンプロダクト）は、新シリーズ"Dual"の第3弾として、革1枚で仕立てた縦長レザートート「every［エブリー］」を発売する。価格は4万4900円で、2026年10月17日より公式オンラインショップにて販売開始される。

Facts:
- 44,900 yen (tax included)
- The number of subscribers has surpassed 150,000
- 7.8L capacity
- On sale from 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 17, 2026

## Netskope to Hold Its First Flagship Event in Osaka, “AI in the Fast Lane in Osaka,” on November 17

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000137550.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345318-en.html
- anchor: #n3382239
- Companies mentioned: Netskope、Netskope Japan株式会社、ネットスコープ、三井住友カード株式会社、合同会社NEXT PR

Netskope will hold its first Flagship event, “AI in the Fast Lane in Osaka,” at the Hilton Osaka on November 17, 2026, highlighting how to gain visibility into shadow AI and use it safely.

Facts:
- Nov. 17, 2026
- 13:00～20:00
- 18:15～
- More than 30 companies

## [Knocklearn] Report on “Startup HR Forum 2026 Summer” and Announcement of the Next Event

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000103563.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345317-en.html
- anchor: #n3382238
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノックラーン、エアトリグループ、東証プライム

株式会社ノックラーン held the 3rd “Startup HR Forum 2026 Summer,” attended by more than 150 people. The event aimed to address startup hiring challenges and encourage networking, and featured sessions on using AI, the role of the CHRO, and recruitment branding. The features and track record of “Recboo,” the company’s mid-career hiring support service, were also introduced.

Facts:
- More than 150 people attended on the day
- More than 70% of those who registered attended on the day
- Across all 5 sessions
- A closer look at the hiring behind the recruitment of 700 people
- How Craif’s hiring lead recruited 100 people in 3 years
- 70% of companies receiving recruitment support have achieved an IPO, M&A, profitability or an up round.
- After supporting startups that have raised funds from a total of 50 companies
- More than 70 partner VCs

## Exhibiting at the 47th Hyogo Prefectural Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Festival in partnership with 兵庫県環境部

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000055093.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345315-en.html
- anchor: #n3382237
- Companies mentioned: 日本山村硝子株式会社、兵庫県環境部

日本山村硝子株式会社 will exhibit in partnership with 兵庫県環境部 at the 47th Hyogo Prefectural Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Festival, to be held at Hyogo Prefectural Akashi Park on October 17 and 18, 2026. With a focus on recycling PET bottle caps, the exhibit will introduce the “RIN” recycling project and include hands-on displays.

Facts:
- 47th edition
- Oct. 17, 2026
- 18th
- 9:30
- 15:00

## 【メルキュール札幌】10月31日（土）ハロウィン当日に、大人も子供も楽しめるDJイベント開催！

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001100.000052177.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345314-en.html
- anchor: #n3382236
- Companies mentioned: Accor、メルキュール札幌、Jay's CAFE、DANCE STUDIO gooFlow

メルキュール札幌, operated by Accor, will hold a Halloween DJ event on October 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Adults 5,000 yen
- Elementary school students: 3,500 yen

## “huf®” X “DICKIES®” COLLECTION RELEASE!

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001615.000009786.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345310-en.html
- anchor: #n3382235
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSIホールディングス、huf®、DICKIES®、Dickies®、HUF JAPAN

A collaboration collection from “huf®” and “DICKIES®” will go on sale starting October 16. Items include workwear such as the Painter Jacket and Cargo Utility Pant, blending workwear with street style.

Facts:
- 10月16日(金)10:00より発売いたします
- ¥34,980
- ¥24,970
- ¥14,960
- ¥6,985

## 無印良品 「希釈洗剤シリーズ」が「2026年度グッドデザイン・ベスト100」を受賞

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001871.000000987.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345309-en.html
- anchor: #n3382234
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社良品計画、無印良品、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

株式会社良品計画の無印良品「希釈洗剤シリーズ」が「2026年度グッドデザイン・ベスト100」を受賞し、同社のオフィス「ライブオフィス・良品計画 飯田橋ファーストタワー」と家具「ボードファニチャー T字脚シリーズ」もグッドデザイン賞を受賞した。

Facts:
- FY2026

## [First Store in a New Business Category Opens in Okinawa] Making “Mahjong Without Gambling” a New Social Culture. “天晴れ麻雀,” a Large Mahjong Facility with 29 Private Rooms and 38 Tables, Opens Its First Location in Kumoji, Naha

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:07:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000192143.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345330-en.html
- anchor: #n3382245
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社ホテルロイヤル、天晴れ麻雀、天晴れ麻雀 久茂地2丁目店、AMOS REXX III M.LEAGUE（Mリーグ）モデル

The first location of “天晴れ麻雀,” a new business operated by 有限会社ホテルロイヤル, has opened in Kumoji, Naha, Okinawa Prefecture. Gambling is prohibited at the facility, which features 29 private rooms and 38 tables, and aims to promote a new culture of social interaction through “mahjong without gambling.”

Facts:
- 29 private rooms
- 38 tables
- 1卓1時間2,500円
- 1人あたり1時間625円
- Through December 31, 2026

## Synology brings local AI search to users of Seagate One Touch® portable hard drives

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:07:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000155929.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345332-en.html
- anchor: #n3382246
- Companies mentioned: Synology、Seagate Technology、Seagate

Synology announced a partnership with Seagate Technology, revealing that it will offer Synology Deep Search free for 6 months to eligible purchasers of Seagate One Touch® portable hard drives.

Facts:
- 6 months
- Oct. 14, 2026
- Sept. 30, 2026

## Pipe fasteners in 56 sizes, in 1mm increments, win the 2026 Good Design Award | Anti-vibration resin pipe clamp series

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:07:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000174100.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345333-en.html
- anchor: #n3382247
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社興栄化成山梨工場、株式会社ノット・フォー、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

The Anti-vibration Resin Pipe Clamp Series from 有限会社興栄化成山梨工場 won the 2026 Good Design Award. It was highly rated for its range of 56 sizes in 1mm increments, rapid supply system, and quality-controlled packaging.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 56 sizes in total
- In 1mm increments
- Compatible diameters: 8mm–100mm
- 6 types in total
- “46 sizes” for select products only
- Fine adjustments in 0.5mm increments

## For people in their 20s struggling with a career change. Even if you lack confidence in your education or work history, or this is your first career change, simply answer questions on LINE to find a career agent that suits you. Launch of “20 Career”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:07:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000102139.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345334-en.html
- anchor: #n3382248
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社Meme、厚生労働省

合同会社Meme launched “20 Career,” a free service for people in their 20s who are struggling with a career change. Users simply answer questions on LINE to be matched with a compatible career agent. The service launched on October 14, 2026.

Facts:
- There are 30,561 fee-charging employment placement offices nationwide
- On October 14, 2026, we officially launched “20 Career,” a career support service for people in their 20s who are struggling with a career change

## OMO7 Yokohama by 星野リゾート, a hotel for which Iris Ohyama handled the detailed design of custom-made furniture for guest rooms and common areas, wins the Good Design Gold Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:06:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000943.000019955.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345335-en.html
- anchor: #n3382249
- Companies mentioned: アイリスオーヤマ株式会社、星野リゾート、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、ナカサアンドパートナーズ、竹中工務店、東急、京浜急行電鉄、成瀬・猪熊建築設計事務所、I.P.M プロジェクトマネジメント、UMA/design farm、MURANO design、安東陽子デザイン、ユークリッド、村野、森建築事務所

OMO7 Yokohama by 星野リゾート, a hotel for which Iris Ohyama handled the detailed design of custom-made furniture, won the Gold Award at the 2026 Good Design Awards.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Opened on April 21, 2026
- 276 rooms

## Survey on how small and medium-sized business owners use their time: Approximately 75% of owners say that “hiring people has not improved the ability of frontline teams to operate independently”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:05:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000011666.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345336-en.html
- anchor: #n3382250
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネオキャリア、みんなの採用部、IDEATECH

According to a survey conducted by 株式会社ネオキャリア, approximately 75% of small and medium-sized business owners with fewer than 100 to 300 employees said that increasing the number of hires had not improved the organization’s frontline teams’ ability to operate independently or their underlying capabilities. Many owners see the time they spend on staff development and frontline issues as a challenge and are seeking measures such as securing managers so they can focus on their core management duties.

Facts:
- 74.8%
- 107 people
- 53.8%
- 39.2%
- 77.6%
- 71.1%
- 100
- 300

## 2 projects win the 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:05:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001158.000051782.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345337-en.html
- anchor: #n3382251
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、三井不動産レジデンシャル株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、三菱地所レジデンス株式会社、株式会社ホシノアーキテクツ、Hopkins Architects、株式会社office ma、株式会社TSDO、株式会社日建設計、大成建設株式会社、株式会社SKM設計計画事務所、株式会社長谷工コーポレーションエンジニアリング事業部、株式会社長谷工コーポレーション

Mitsui Fudosan Residential’s 2 projects, Mita Garden Hills and Park Homes Kamitabashi, won the 2026 Good Design Award, marking the 27th consecutive year the company has received an award in the housing category.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- 2 projects win awards
- 27 consecutive years of awards
- 138-unit apartment building

## リニューアルされた積水化学の大阪本社ビルが「2026 年度グッドデザイン賞」を受賞

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:04:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000099121.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345339-en.html
- anchor: #n3382253
- Companies mentioned: 積水化学工業株式会社、積水化学、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、関電不動産開発株式会社、株式会社大林組、株式会社スペース

Dojima Kanden Building, which houses the Osaka head office of 積水化学工業, won the “2026 Good Design Award.” A major renovation of the 53-year-old building reduced upfront carbon by approximately 62% and achieved the highest CASBEE S rank.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Approximately 62% reduction
- 53-year-old building
- More than 20 items adopted

## Rakuten STAY grand-opens “Rakuten STAY Niseko” in Niseko Town, Hokkaido, its 2nd facility in the prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:04:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000546.000021228.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345338-en.html
- anchor: #n3382252
- Companies mentioned: 楽天グループ株式会社、楽天ステイ株式会社、ミサワホーム北海道株式会社、シモンズ社

楽天ステイ株式会社 has grand-opened “Rakuten STAY Niseko” in Niseko Town, Hokkaido, its 2nd facility in the prefecture. The property is a whole-building rental accommodation with a total of 12 rooms, featuring access to ski resorts and dog-friendly accommodations.

Facts:
- 2nd facility in the prefecture
- 12 rooms in total
- Approximately 54 square meters
- Capacity: 6 students
- Summer (April–November): from ¥28,000
- Winter (December–March): from ¥45,000

## [Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture] Recruiting disaster volunteers from across Japan; “Disaster Volunteer Tent Village” opens with support from Ken Noguchi and others

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:04:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000127749.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345340-en.html
- anchor: #n3382254
- Companies mentioned: 市原市役所、市原市社会福祉協議会、NPO法人ピーク・エイド、野口健事務所、山内工業株式会社、ランドポート株式会社、マザーウォーター株式会社、ニューウェルブランズ・ジャパン合同会社

Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, is recruiting disaster volunteers from across Japan to help with recovery from the August Chiba torrential rain and Typhoon No. 25. With the cooperation of alpinist Ken Noguchi and others, a “Disaster Volunteer Tent Village” has opened at “Bunka no Mori.”

Facts:
- Approximately 400 residential property damage cases
- Approximately 350 landslide cases
- Approximately 200 residential property damage cases
- More than 1,000 landslide cases
- More than 60 requests for assistance
- Approximately 20 tents

## 8 products and services win the “2026 Good Design Award”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:03:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001620.000012900.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345342-en.html
- anchor: #n3382255
- Companies mentioned: シャープ、シャープ株式会社、公益財団法人 日本デザイン振興会

シャープ announced that 8 of its products and services won the “2026 Good Design Award” (organized by 公益財団法人 日本デザイン振興会).

Facts:
- 8 mentions
- FY2026
- More than 110 years

## Wins the “2026 Good Design Award”

- Published: 2026-10-15T14:02:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000134094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4345346-en.html
- anchor: #n3382256
- Companies mentioned: NTT都市開発株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、Forward Stroke Inc.、OMA

NTT都市開発株式会社 won the “2026 Good Design Award,” organized by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会, for 4 projects, marking its 15th consecutive year receiving the award.

Facts:
- FY2026
- 4 projects
- 15 consecutive years