Choosing a smart lock got you stumped? Chatlock releases hands-on review video of “Chatlock T30 Face” by gadget and IT commentator Satoru Toda
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チャットロック株式会社 released a hands-on review video of the “Chatlock T30 Face” by IT and gadget commentator Satoru Toda on October 12, 2026. The “Chatlock T30 Series” is also available for presale on Makuake.
Facts
October 12, 2026
Video length: approximately 9 minutes 25 seconds
Starting October 13, 2026
Starting Oct. 15, 2026
YouTube channel subscribers: approximately 326,000
コナミアーケードゲームス announces first details of its exhibits at “AMUSEMENT EXPO 2026”
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株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス announced the first details of its exhibits at “AMUSEMENT EXPO 2026,” to be held on Nov. 6 and 7. Exhibits will include the latest music game, “jubeat New Cabinet,” and the prize game “TREASURE ROAD DX.”
“Trick or treat” at more than 100 stores! “Kiyosumi-Shirakawa and Ryogoku Halloween Week 2026,” connecting children with local shops, runs for 3 days from Friday, October 23
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The 清澄白河・両国ハロウィンウィーク実行委員会 will hold “Kiyosumi-Shirakawa and Ryogoku Halloween Week 2026” from October 23 to 25, 2026. More than 100 stores are participating. In partnership with 東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ, the event will see children in costume go trick-or-treating at local shops.
“IFSCC 2026 Perth Congress: Award Winners and Top 10” list published on the website of cosmetics research journal “Cosmetic Science”
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株式会社ソフィアリンクス has published a list of award-winning presentations and the Top 10 from the 36th IFSCC Congress, held in Perth, Western Australia, from September 28 to October 1, 2026, on the website of cosmetics research journal “Cosmetic Science.” From Japan, マンダム, 岩瀬コスファ and ポーラ化成工業 won awards, while 資生堂, ロート製薬 and 日本メナード化粧品 made the Top 10.
German brand “FLEXVIT BANDS” launches official Japanese website! All 6 MINI band resistance levels available as a set at a commemorative limited price of 11,000 yen!
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株式会社vit has launched the official Japanese website for FLEXVIT, a German fabric resistance band brand, and is running a commemorative campaign featuring a MINI band set and discounts on all products.
Facts
Limited price: 11,000 yen (tax included)
All 6 resistance levels
Special price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
10–15% off
From Thursday, October 15, 2026
Through Saturday, Oct. 31
First-ever FLEXVIT certification course in Japan to be held in March 2027!
Korean skincare brand “セロラバイ” to launch at 5 pharmacies in Seongsu and Dongdaemun
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Korean skincare brand セロラバイ is set to launch at 5 pharmacies in the Seongsu and Dongdaemun areas. The brand has been attracting attention on social media, and its “Retu Gel ECM Cream” has ranked No. 1 overall at a Qoo10 sale event.
Australian organic skincare brand ジュリーク is holding a limited-time pop-up event at 日本橋高島屋S.C. from October 14 to 20, 2026. The event showcases the new Rose Collection and signature products.
Los Angeles-born doughnut shop “ランディーズドーナツ” launches collaboration with FREAK’S STORE, Randy’s Donuts and Monchhichi! New “モンチッチ レイズド” doughnut debuts
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ランディーズドーナツ, operated by Grit International, is collaborating with select shop FREAK’S STORE and character モンチッチ. Starting October 24, 2026, it will sell the limited-edition “モンチッチ レイズド” doughnut and exclusive merchandise.
[Advance reservations open] More than 5,000 visitors attended last time! Free tickets now available for the 2nd Setagaya Kids’ Career Experience Festival for elementary and junior high school students
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The Setagaya Kids’ Career Experience Festival Executive Committee, including 株式会社ケシオン, will begin accepting reservations for free tickets on October 15 for the 2nd Setagaya Kids’ Career Experience Festival, an event for elementary and junior high school students to experience different jobs, to be held on November 29, 2026. More than 5,000 people attended the previous event.
The Tainavi Works app for construction and sales management, designed for solar power and battery storage system sales and installation companies, enables unified management from sales through installation and maintenance. It launches on October 15.
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株式会社Gen R., a subsidiary of 株式会社グッドフェローズ, launched Tainavi Works, a cloud-based construction and sales management app for solar power and battery storage system sales and installation companies, on October 15, 2026.
Facts
Today, October 15, 2026
The cap on overtime work hours, effective from April 2024
Digital map supports exploration of the Shimbashi-Toranomon area and sustainable food experiences; Stroly selected for the Shintora Innovation Initiative’s “Foodα” to launch the “Shimbashi-Toranomon Foodα Map”
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The digital map platform of 株式会社Stroly was selected for the “Shimbashi-Toranomon Foodα Map” of the Shintora Innovation Initiative “Foodα,” led by UR都市機構, Leave a Nest, and Sustainable Food Asia. The map became available on September 30, 2026.
Facts
Available since September 30, 2026
There are 12,000 illustrated digital maps worldwide
Winners of the “損保ジャパン HIKESHI Award” grand prize announced: Taiga Funabasama of the Yomiuri Giants in the Central League and Akira Yagi of the Chiba Lotte Marines in the Pacific League
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損保ジャパン and NPB announced the grand prize winners of the “損保ジャパン HIKESHI Award” following the end of the 2026 regular season. Taiga Funabasama of the Yomiuri Giants won in the Central League, while Akira Yagi of the Chiba Lotte Marines won in the Pacific League. Fan voting for the special award begins on October 15.
New awakened character “Castor” arrives in the card RPG “Oblivion Before Dawn” on Thursday, October 15, at 17:00!
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株式会社オルトプラス added the new awakened character “Castor” to the card RPG “Oblivion Before Dawn” at 17:00 on October 15 and held related events and campaigns.
Facts
[Event period] Thursday, October 15, 2026, 17:00–Thursday, November 12, 2026, 14:59
ME:I’s MOMONA launches “Searching for a Path,” an essay series on ananweb about new experiences encountered while traveling and the “unknown” things and experiences she comes across in everyday life!
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株式会社マガジンハウス has launched an essay series by ME:I’s MOMONA, “Searching for a Path,” on ananweb. The first installment, “Shirakawa-go,” was published on 10/15.
Facts
Today, 10/15 (Thursday)
Born October 22, 2003
In April 2024
Surpassed 100 million views
In 2026 as well
On Wednesday, December 2
Touring 4 cities nationwide
Available exclusively and free of charge since July
Make horse-racing predictions easier! “Simple Mode” arrives in Uma-Toku’s “Breakout Course”
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“Simple Mode,” which organizes the information needed to make predictions, is now available in the paid “Breakout Course” on Uma-Toku, the horse-racing site operated by 報知新聞社.
[にじさんじ] Fuwa Minato’s new single “ECLIPSE”: product designs for all editions and designs for retailer-specific bonuses unveiled!
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ANYCOLOR株式会社 has unveiled the product designs and retailer-specific bonuses for “ECLIPSE,” a new single by Fuwa Minato of the VTuber group にじさんじ. It will be released on December 9, 2026, in 3 editions: First Press Limited Edition A, First Press Limited Edition B, and the regular edition. All editions include a lottery code for advance ticket applications for the live concert. Store-exclusive bonuses and campaigns will be offered at numerous retailers, including アニメイト, タワーレコード, and HMV.
Facts
To be released on Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Price: ¥3,850 (tax included)
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
Number of tracks: 4 in total
To be held at Nippon Budokan on Wednesday, March 3, 2027
10 winners selected by lottery
Companies mentioned：ANYCOLOR株式会社、にじさんじ、アニメイト、タワーレコード、楽天ブックス、Amazon.co.jp、HMV、セブンネットショッピング、Sony Music Shop、ローソン
[Joint development] Listings begin for original crepes jointly developed by Soo City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 津曲食品, and ふるなび!
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ふるなび, the hometown tax donation site operated by 株式会社アイモバイル, has begun listing “Soo-iro Crepes,” an original crepe jointly developed with 津曲食品, a long-established Japanese and Western confectionery shop in Soo City, Kagoshima Prefecture.
Learning from Jinsekikogen reaches the world—from miso made by 三和小学校 and donations raised through rice sales by 油木小学校 to 三和中へ
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On October 8, 2026, 特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト held a lecture at Hiroshima Prefecture’s Jinsekikogen Municipal 三和小学校 and introduced initiatives in “learning connected to the world,” including donations of school supplies funded by the sale of miso made by pupils and rice from 油木小学校. The project has spread to more than 50 schools nationwide and 11 countries worldwide, and won the grand prize at the EXPO FUTURES AWARD 2026.
Notice regarding the launch of a new business through the acquisition of shares in a small-amount, short-term insurance provider (making it a wholly owned subsidiary)
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Lifenet Life Insurance will enter the small-amount, short-term insurance business by acquiring all shares in 株式会社きずな少額短期保険 and making it a wholly owned subsidiary.
IPO support enters the AI era. Bringing accounting, auditing and financial knowledge into AI Organization Intelligence: “AI Audit Loop on IDX” for certified public accountants offers a new workflow for IPO support
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AIデータ株式会社 has launched a new workflow specialized for IPO support through “AI Audit Loop on IDX,” a feature of its “AI孔明 on IDX” platform for certified public accountants and audit firms. The system enables offices to loop financial data and audit records internally, building a framework to accumulate and use intelligence across the organization.
Facts
Established: April 2015
Capital: 100 million yen
Capital reserve of 1.525 billion yen
For more than 20 years
More than 10,000 companies
More than 1 million customers
No. 1 in sales volume at the BCN Awards for 17 consecutive years
Companies mentioned：AIデータ株式会社、AI孔明 on IDX、Tokkyo.Ai、防衛省
New sake from a total of 80 breweries—27 in Mie Prefecture and 53 nationwide—gather at Ise’s Okage Yokocho! The “Celebrating Niiname-sai: 6th Ise New Sake Festival of Gratitude to the Gods” will be held on Nov. 23 (Monday, national holiday).
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株式会社伊勢福 will hold the “Celebrating Niiname-sai: 6th Ise New Sake Festival of Gratitude to the Gods” at Ise’s Okage Yokocho on Nov. 23, 2026. New sake from a total of 80 breweries—27 in Mie Prefecture and 53 nationwide—will be featured, along with events such as a sake-tasting competition and traditional performing arts.
Wins gold in 2 categories at the prestigious World Beer Cup 2026; Nara Brewing representative Yasunori Namioka pays a courtesy visit to the mayor
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2 beers from 奈良醸造株式会社 won gold at the World Beer Cup 2026, held in the United States, and its representative director, Yasunori Namioka, paid a courtesy visit to the mayor of Nara.
Interview with Rejoint Clinic Dr.K director Takashi Kuroda featured in the October 2026 issue of アパマンショップオーナーズ
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An interview with Rejoint Clinic Dr.K director Takashi Kuroda was featured in the October 2026 issue of アパマンショップオーナーズ. メディカルテック株式会社, which provides operational support, introduces its work on iPS regenerative treatment and joint disorders.
2026 Santa costume inventory available now: Santa Claus Christmas costumes with customizable original name tags, made at a sewing factory in Yiwu, China. Compete on price in an era of a weak yen; 10% early-bird discount through Nov. 11
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義烏優豊株式会社 has a sewing factory in Yiwu, China, and has begun wholesale sales of Santa costumes, yoga wear and other products. Based on its growth strategy “YT GX4 TOP10,” formulated in 2011, it aims to become a Green Growth Global Great Company.
“holo Indie” “Puchi Holo Village” for Nintendo Switch 2 opens for pre-orders today, Oct. 15!
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株式会社シー・シー・エム・シー has opened pre-orders today, Oct. 15, for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of “Puchi Holo Village - Swords, Shops, and Country Living,” from “holo Indie,” the derivative game brand of ホロライブプロダクション. The game will be released on Oct. 22, 2026.
“Admin Ninja” publishes case study of 認定NPO法人リカバリーサポート・ネットワーク, which it helped move from handwritten consultation forms to a Salesforce data platform
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株式会社セールスイネーブルメント has published a case study on 認定NPO法人リカバリーサポート・ネットワーク’s move from handwritten consultation forms to a data platform integrating Salesforce and MiiTel.
Facts
A nationwide consultation organization in its 21st year
Approximately 4,000 consultations per year
They decided to adopt Salesforce about 1 year ago
We spent about 3 months building the Salesforce environment
ヤマハ発動機 shares the keys to successful on-site implementation of “robots × AI.” Special presentation to be held <12/10; free to attend>
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株式会社イプロス will host “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026” at Tokyo International Forum on Dec. 9–10, 2026, where ヤマハ発動機 will give a special presentation on the keys to successful on-site implementation of robots and AI.
Could that cough be something other than a cold? Causes of a “persistent cough” and ways to manage coughs at home on “Health Capsule! Genki Time,” Oct. 18 (Sun.)
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The Oct. 18, 2026 broadcast of “Health Capsule! Genki Time” will discuss causes of persistent coughs, including asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease and cough hypersensitivity syndrome, and explain home cough-care measures and when to seek medical attention.
Keita Daikoku featured in October 2026 issue of golf industry magazine GEW (Golf Equipment World)—discusses THE SANCTUARY vision to “build the world’s most value-added golf course in Japan”
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An interview with Keita Daikoku, representative director of 株式会社ギフトホールディングス, was published in the October 2026 issue of the golf industry magazine GEW. The article covers the vision for THE SANCTUARY, a fully membership-based golf resort scheduled to open in 2029, as well as its one-on-one caddie system and plans to introduce carts made by the Danish company ガリア.
What is the “slime” on your beloved dog or cat’s food bowl? A look at canine and feline oral flora alongside bad breath
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プレミアモード株式会社 explained that the “slime” left on dogs’ and cats’ food bowls comes from biofilms and announced that, as a result of its research and development into beneficial oral bacteria dating back to 2009, it will launch its new product, “ProBio Dental for Dogs,” on Amazon on Oct. 15, 2026.
BitStar launches new music label “BitStar Music,” specializing in social media reach! “Love de Onegaishimasu.” joins the label, and kids’ idol group “Yumei ni Naritai” makes its debut!
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株式会社BitStar established the new music label “BitStar Music,” specializing in social media reach, on Oct. 15, 2026, and kids’ idol group “Yumei ni Naritai” made its debut.
Facts
Oct. 15, 2026
More than 500 affiliated creators
More than 3 million social media database entries
Approximately 340,000 total social media followers
More than 2.36 million total social media followers
More than 5.2 million accounts cumulatively
Used by approximately 7,000 people and more
Cumulative fundraising has exceeded ¥4 billion
Companies mentioned：株式会社BitStar、BitStar Music、BitStar Production、BitStar Database、BitStar Match、OOO Entertainment、BitStar Anime、株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、Viralot、カラオケJOYSOUND、Apple Music、Spotify、Amazon Music
株式会社産業革新投資機構（JIC） co-hosted the event “From Silicon Valley to Japan: Investment Trends and Opportunities in Technology and Life Sciences” with major U.S. VC New Enterprise Associates（NEA） on Oct. 8, 2026. About 90 people attended.
Facts
Oct. 8, 2026
Approximately 90 people
1977
More than 100 companies
More than 350 cases
4 companies
Companies mentioned：株式会社産業革新投資機構、JIC、New Enterprise Associates、NEA、Sakana AI
Initiative to support research at graduate schools of engineering selects winning topics for the 4th “TRENG Support” master’s research support program
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東レエンジニアリング selected 10 winning topics for the 4th round of “TRENG Support,” which supports research in master’s programs at graduate schools of engineering. Following a review of 90 applications from 32 schools, covering the fields of sustainable society, life sciences and digital technology, it will award grants totaling 5 million yen.
Eco-conscious illumination: “Saga TV Illumination Project” JONAI TERRACE—creating a warm, welcoming space lit up for the community
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株式会社サガテレビ will stage an illumination display and projection mapping in the Jonai area south of Saga Prefectural Government from Oct. 16, 2026, through Feb. 14, 2027, using effectively renewable energy backed by non-fossil certificates for Kyushu Electric Power’s renewable energy.
[First in Japan!] Sheet-type toilet paper, not rolls: installations of accessible toilets steadily increasing—addressing a blind spot
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JP Home Supply will launch “Content Series,” Japan’s first sheet-type toilet paper, on Oct. 19, 2026. The product aims to improve ease of use in accessible toilets and at participating public toilets, while reducing usage by approximately 20–30%.
[Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture] Conducting response drills based on a rescue incident at the Aigawa Dam
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茨木市消防本部 will conduct a joint response drill with 茨木警察署 at the Aigawa Dam on Oct. 20, Reiwa 8, simulating a rescue incident, to improve disaster response capabilities.
“90KU-KAN” wins the 2026 Good Design Award! Supporting the value created by people in the age of AI.
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“90KU-KAN,” a creator-support platform operated by 株式会社ビジュアルワークス, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. To protect the creative environment in the age of AI, the service prohibits posts of generative AI works and implements measures against AI crawling.
[NPO 法人地域精神保健福祉機構・コンボ] 40% of people take 5 years or more to find a psychiatrist they can trust: unchanged from 13 years ago!?—Survey and personal accounts
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A survey by NPO法人地域精神保健福祉機構（コンボ） found that 40% of people take 5 years or more to find a psychiatrist they can trust, a situation that has remained almost unchanged since 2013.
Facts
Combined total for “5–10 years” and “10 years or more” to “find a doctor they can trust”
In 2026: 55 people (40%)
“Able to discuss specific concerns” was the top response at 70%
“An atmosphere that makes it easy to ask questions” at 57%
“Works with me to consider a treatment plan” at 50%
SPOTV NOW to livestream Australia’s A-League Men 2026/27 season!
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株式会社SPOTV JAPAN announced that SPOTV NOW will begin livestreaming the A-League Men 2026/27 season, Australia’s men’s soccer league, which kicks off on October 16, 2026. This season features a diverse roster, including 8 Japanese players such as Hiroki Sakai, and matches will be streamed via SPOTV NOW and its YouTube channel.
New 13000 series train wins the 2026 Good Design Award [Sotetsu Holdings and Sotetsu Railway]
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Sotetsu Holdings and Sotetsu Railway announced that their new 13000 series train has won the 2026 Good Design Award. This is the 4th time one of the companies’ trains has received the award. The train features a design developed using generative AI, power-saving technology and more.
Facts
This marks the 4th time
Founded in 1957
2026 Good Design Award
2027 International Horticultural Expo
1 trainset (8 cars)
6 seats in the lead car
Original1編成あたり12席を増やした
Reduced by up to 39%
Companies mentioned：相鉄グループ、相鉄ホールディングス㈱、相模鉄道㈱、（公財)日本デザイン振興会、株式会社総合車両製作所、パナソニック株式会社、good design company、SYD INC.、SHINYA YOSHIDA DESIGN
Tatsunoko Production × 横浜DeNAベイスターズ merchandise returns October 15! Designs include Mach GoGoGo × player Tsutsugo and “Tsutsugo GoGoGo”!
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Collaboration merchandise from 株式会社タツノコプロ and 横浜DeNAベイスターズ returns on October 15, 2026. Tote bags, hand towels and other items featuring characters from Mach GoGoGo, Science Ninja Team Gatchaman and the Time Bokan Series: Yatterman, alongside players and the team, will be on sale.
Facts
Thursday, October 15, 2026
2,800 yen each (tax included)
1,400 yen each (tax included)
In 1967
In 1972
Established in 1962
Companies mentioned：株式会社タツノコプロ、横浜DeNAベイスターズ、BAYSTORE 横浜ジョイナス、BAYSTORE Flagship YOKOHAMA、BAYSTORE HOME、BAYSTORE PARK
Takeuchi Keishi’s wooden walking stick “UP” selected for the 2026 Good Design Best 100
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カリモク家具’s wooden walking stick “UP” has been selected for the 2026 Good Design Best 100. Designed by 武内経至, it was developed following an exhibition in Milan and went on sale in December 2025.
Facts
FY2026
Best 100
18 designers
2024. 4
December 2025
３ sizes
54,450 yen
6 walking sticks
3,400 yen
Companies mentioned：カリモク家具株式会社、カリモク家具、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、NAOTO FUKASAWA DESIGN、Integral Lars Müller
Taisho Pharmaceutical will launch “MY Draft Maker,” a fan-participation campaign for the pro baseball draft, on October 15, 2026. This web content lets users select or enter words describing their favorite team and ideal player, generate an original image and share it on X. On October 22, the day of the draft, Lipovitan Jelly samples will also be handed out at the venue as part of an event-linked promotion.
株式会社ノジマ has released a ceiling light under its private brand “ELSONIC” that can be turned on and off, dimmed and changed in color temperature using voice commands.
Giving back to local communities and children by sharing what students learn through Halloween. Students from Sanko Gakuen’s 4 Yokohama-area schools will take part in the “イオンスタイル東神奈川 Halloween Event,” setting up hands-on activity booths that draw on their areas of study. Event to be held October 25
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4 schools in the Yokohama area operated by 学校法人三幸学園 will take part in a Halloween event at イオンスタイル東神奈川 on October 25, 2026. They will contribute to the local community by setting up hands-on activity booths that make use of the students’ areas of expertise.
Material wins an ACC Gold in the PR category at the 2026 66th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS, with a total of 4 projects recognized
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Material, part of the Material Group, won an ACC Gold in the PR category at the 2026 66th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS, with a total of 4 projects recognized.
New QBB Baby Cheese commercial starring サンシャイン池崎 surpasses 3 million views! New video “Everyday QBB: Snack Time” released, along with the second social media campaign
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A new QBB Baby Cheese commercial from 六甲バター株式会社 has surpassed 3 million views. On October 15, the company will release a new video, “Everyday QBB: Snack Time,” and launch the second social media campaign.
Facts
Surpasses 3 million views
Surpasses 3 million views in 27 days since release
What do people consult when buying osechi? “Special feature pages on e-commerce sites” ranks No. 1 across all age groups from 30 to 70; people in their 30s and 40s also use social media | 2027 Osechi Survey. Early-bird coupons available in our osechi feature
Considering the Future of Learning with Generative AI: Coverage Report on the “Education and Generative AI: Large-Scale Training Seminar 2026” in Fukuoka and Osaka
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株式会社LoiLo has published a report on the Fukuoka and Osaka sessions of the “Education and Generative AI: Large-Scale Training Seminar 2026,” hosted by LEG. About 100 teachers attended each venue and explored ways to use generative AI in lessons and school administration through keynote speeches and workshops.
Facts
About 100 teachers attended each session
Held in 5 cities across Japan
Approximately 14,000 schools in Japan and overseas
[直方市] Fall in love with dodgeball even more! “Dodgeball Festa” for elementary school students
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直方市青少年育成市民会議 and 青少年育成県民会議直鞍地区協議会 will hold a “Dodgeball Festa” for elementary school students. Coaches from KURATE-G3 will provide instruction. The event will take place on November 21, 2026, at 直方市体育館.
“Miyamae PR Supporters,” sharing what they love about Miyamae on social media, have launched!
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宮前区役所 has selected 10 members for the first cohort of “Miyamae PR Supporters,” who will share the charms of everyday life on social media, and held a kickoff meeting on October 3.
Facts
Selected 10 members for the first cohort
Held a kickoff meeting on Saturday, October 3
Original自身のSNSで月1回以上（推奨）発信します
Selected 10 people as the first cohort of Miyamae PR Supporters
Immersive program experienced through the five senses, “Impressionist Monet and Ukiyo-e [The Beauty of Japan That Captivated Monet],” coming to Yokohama! Limited early-bird tickets on sale through ArtSticker
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株式会社The Chain Museum has adopted the ticket sales system of its platform, ArtSticker, for the immersive program “Impressionist Monet and Ukiyo-e [The Beauty of Japan That Captivated Monet],” to be held at THE MOVEUM YOKOHAMA by TOYOTA GROUP, and has begun selling early-bird tickets.
Facts
Run dates: October 24, 2026–March 31, 2027
(Early-bird) General admission: ¥2,500
(Early-bird) Student ticket: ¥1,500
(Early-bird) Pair ticket: ¥4,800
General admission ticket: 3,000 yen
Student ticket: ¥1,700
Pair ticket: ¥5,600
Disability discount ticket: ¥2,500
Companies mentioned：株式会社The Chain Museum、THE MOVEUM YOKOHAMA by TOYOTA GROUP、TOYOTA GROUP、ArtSticker、App Store
≒JOY’s Mizuki Oshida launches a new series! The group’s biggest ramen fan sets out to find her “favorite noodles” in a new series on “News Crunch!”
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Mizuki Oshida of the female idol group ≒JOY will launch a new ramen-spotlight series, “≒JOY Mizuki Oshida’s Search for Her Favorite Noodles!,” in 株式会社ワニブックス’ web magazine “News Crunch!” on October 15, 2026.
Wins Excellence Award at the “75th Electrical Industry Technical Achievement Awards”
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Mitsubishi Electric has won the Excellence Award at the “75th Electrical Industry Technical Achievement Awards,” organized by the Japan Electrical Manufacturers’ Association, for its volumetric mounting technology for inverter control boards in commercial air-conditioning equipment.
CANAL ４℃ launches “Stainless Collection,” new jewelry designed with low-allergy concerns in mind
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Jewelry brand CANAL ４℃, from 株式会社エフ・ディ・シィ・プロダクツ, will launch “Stainless Collection,” a new collection designed with low-allergy concerns in mind and made with surgical stainless steel (STAINLESS 316L), on October 16, 2026. The collection features 6 items, including necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings, priced from ¥3,300 to ¥9,900.
A White Christmas every day: “Christmas in Moominvalley” is here! A new Christmas show and last year’s popular night show will run daily! Enjoy playing in the snow and sledding, and discover the “Snow and Light White Terrace,” sparkling with a tree and white bubbles
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“Christmas in Moominvalley 2026” will be held at Moominvalley Park, operated by 株式会社ムーミン物語, from October 31 to December 25, 2026. Activities include playing in artificially made snow and sledding, a terrace glowing with a white tree and white bubbles, illuminations, a fireworks display and Christmas shows.
『Wizardry Variants Daphne』 celebrates its 2nd anniversary! New adventurer “The Saintly Maiden of Judgment, Aria Note” and alternate style “Sheririnia” arrive
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株式会社ドリコム will hold the “Kingdom Dawn Festival Commemorative Campaign” to mark the 2nd anniversary of the launch of the 3D dungeon RPG 『Wizardry Variants Daphne』. The new adventurer “The Saintly Maiden of Judgment, Aria Note” and alternate style “Seer of Dreams and Reality, Sheririnia” will arrive, along with special supplies and a new quest, “Fortress of Severance.”
Goods featuring newly drawn illustrations themed around a “tea party” from the anime 『Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun』 are coming to “AGF2026”! Pre-sale confirmed at the 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]!
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中外鉱業 will begin selling newly illustrated merchandise themed around a “tea party” from the anime Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun at the 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23] during アニメイト Girls Festival 2026, held Nov. 7-8, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, November 7, 2026–Sunday, November 8
中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]
Original1会計3,000円(税込)
5 types in total
Price: 2,310 yen (tax included)
[Iruma Suzuki] only: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Original販売価格：1個 660円(税込)
1 set [5 pieces]: 3,300 yen (tax included)
Original販売価格：1個 550円(税込)
1 set [5 pieces]: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Original販売価格：1個 880円(税込)
1 set [5 pieces]: 4,400 yen (tax included)
Retail price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
Price: 4,070 yen (tax included)
Reservation period: Oct. 15, 2026 (Thu.) at 17:00-Nov. 9 (Mon.) at 23:59
[Maison de FLEUR] “Fleur Teddy” Gets Its First Gobelin-Woven Items; 9th Collaboration with French Heritage Manufacturer ART DE LYS Launches Oct. 23 (Fri.)
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Maison de FLEUR, a brand of 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will release 5 items inspired by its teddy bear “Fleur Teddy” on Oct. 23, 2026, as the 9th installment of its collaboration with French Gobelin-weaving manufacturer ART DE LYS.
Facts
Available sequentially from Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
9th Collaboration Collection
All 5 models
￥14,300
￥6,600
￥3,300
￥4,700
For more than 130 years
Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、Maison de FLEUR、ART DE LYS、STRIPE CLUB、earth music＆ecology、ZOZOTOWN
[ホテルグランヴィア岡山] All-You-Can-Eat Crab, Steak and Sushi! “Year-End and New Year’s Feast Buffet” to Celebrate the Close of the Year and Welcome the New One
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ホテルグランヴィア岡山 will hold its “Year-End and New Year’s Feast Buffet” from Dec. 29, 2026, through Jan. 1, 2027. The buffet will offer all-you-can-eat crab, steak and sushi, along with dishes made with local ingredients. The adult price is 10,000 yen.
Latest Autumn Article in [PEARLY GATES STYLE] Featuring Actor Fuju Kamio Released Today
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PEARLY GATES, a golf apparel brand operated by 株式会社TSI, released the latest article in its web content series “PEARLY GATES STYLE,” featuring actor Fuju Kamio, on Oct. 15, 2026.
2 New Products That Let Children “Learn While Playing” Join the “Educational Picture Books Based on Brain Science” Series! “Sparkling, Shining Box Block Building Set” and “Brain-Boosting! ‘Various Sparkly’ 3-Book Gift Set” to Launch in October
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株式会社朝日新聞出版 will release 2 new products supervised by Yasuyuki Taki in October 2026 as part of its “Educational Picture Books Based on Brain Science” series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies.
Diabolos and the Receptionist Appear in Idol Outfits in “Kamihime PROJECT”! Plus, a Gift Roulette Offers a Chance to Win Up to 100 Free Gacha Draws Every Day!
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To mark the second half of the 10th anniversary celebration of “Kamihime PROJECT,” operated by 合同会社EXNOA, new limited characters “Diabolos” and “Receptionist” will appear. The campaign will also feature a gift roulette offering up to 100 free gacha draws every day, login bonuses and a special Advent Battle event.
にじさんじ × The Easy and爽快 Puzzle Game “Touken Ranbu Pazugiri” Announce a Collaborative Livestream!
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合同会社EXNOA announced that the puzzle RPG “Touken Ranbu Pazugiri” will host collaborative livestreams with “にじさんじ,” the VTuber group operated by ANYCOLOR株式会社, on Oct. 19 and 22, 2026.
A Collaboration Between the National Archives of Japan and 科学技術館! The “Kitanomaru Great Yokai Exhibition” Is About to Open!
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独立行政法人国立公文書館 and 科学技術館 will hold the “Kitanomaru Great Yokai Exhibition” in Kitanomaru Park from Reiwa 8, Oct. 16, through Dec. 6. Both institutions will present yokai-themed exhibits and collaborative events.
Special Exhibition “Communicating in Everyday Life: Signs and Sundries from Back Then” to Open at the Tokiwaso-dori Showa Retro Museum on Saturday, Oct. 24!
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豊島区 will hold a special exhibition at the Tokiwaso-dori Showa Retro Museum from Oct. 24, showcasing more than 100 items from the Showa era, including signs and sundries.
Facts
More than 100 analog ways of “communicating” from the Showa era
A total of 5 items, including a red public telephone, will be exhibited
[Toho Village, Fukuoka Prefecture] 40 Winners to Receive 5kg of New Rice! “2nd Digital Stamp Rally: Visit 3 Roadside Stations!”
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Following its summer edition, Toho Village, Fukuoka Prefecture, will hold the “Visit 3 Roadside Stations! Digital Stamp Rally” again in autumn. A drawing will award 5kg of new rice to 40 participants who visit the 3 roadside stations.
Celebrating Its 3rd Anniversary! Everyone Can Take Part in “Meiji Park Festival 2026”! — 2 Days Connecting with the Community, with Diverse Stage Performances and Vendor Booths Bringing the Park to Life —
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Tokyo Legacy Parks株式会社, the company that manages and operates Tokyo Metropolitan Meiji Park, announced that it will hold “Meiji Park Festival 2026” on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026, to mark the park’s 3rd anniversary. The park is set to come alive with stage performances and vendor booths featuring local groups, restaurants and others.
Facts
Marks 3 years since opening
Original2026年10月24日（土）25日（日）
Since opening on October 31, 2023
Participation fee: ¥2,000 (tax included)
RUN＆YOGA | 9:30–10:45
アンダーザライトヨガスクール / オーガニックライフTOKYO | 11:00–11:30
Showa-Era Hit Song Show | 12:00–13:30
Yotsuya Fire Station | 13:30–14:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Aoyama High School Aoyama Philharmonic Orchestra | 14:30–15:00
Kokugakuin High School Wind Orchestra | 15:30–16:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Toyama High School (Dance Club) | 14:00–14:30
First 200 people
A total of 28 first- and second-year students are having fun and staying active
Opened in Jingumae on August 11, 2026
Launched in 2001
Opened in July 2023, across the intersection from Meiji Park
渋谷区千駄谷小学校 150th Anniversary Committee
Companies mentioned：Tokyo Legacy Parks株式会社、Snap Fitness、Runner's Park Tokyo、アンダーザライトヨガスクール、オーガニックライフTOKYO、日本体操協会、東京恵比寿ローターアクトクラブ、COFFEE CLUB、クリアソン新宿、Criacao Shinjuku、香川県善通寺市、渋谷区千駄谷小学校、ウィルトスワイン神宮前、江戸酒場 海、SUNNY BOY レモネード、Bar 洞、魚串たかみや、Casa Bella、AZ GROUP ハンガリーワインダイニング AZ Finom、新川屋田島酒店、CENSU TOKYO
[Free seminar: Additional session added due to popular demand] Government policy creates markets—what is “policy intelligence,” an essential tool for management?
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Kioicho Strategy Institute announced that it will hold a free seminar for business leaders, “Government Policy Creates Markets,” on October 26, November 26, and December 16. The speaker will be its representative director, Naoya Bessho, who will discuss policy intelligence drawing on his experience at ヤフー株式会社.
Mihara Campus University Festival “31st Ukishiro Festival”: 三原市消防団 holds “Learn About the Community Fire Brigade That Protects Us!” event
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On October 12, Reiwa 8, 三原市消防団 held an event at the 31st Ukishiro Festival, the university festival at 県立広島大学's Mihara Campus, to introduce local disaster prevention and the brigade's activities. The event included a simulated firefighting experience.
Notice on insurance coverage approval for “Cellution Cell Therapy Kit SUI,” a medical device for treating male stress urinary incontinence
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Insurance coverage for “Cellution Cell Therapy Kit SUI,” a medical device for treating male stress urinary incontinence manufactured by ADR Therapeutics, a subsidiary of ADR Biomedical Holdings, was formally approved at the Central Social Insurance Medical Council's general meeting on September 16, 2026.
Semba releases conference program for “ETHICAL DESIGN WEEK TOKYO 2026”
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株式会社船場 will hold “ETHICAL DESIGN WEEK TOKYO 2026” at Toranomon Hills from November 10 to 12, 2026, and has released details of the conference program. Glass Rock, ソルト・グループ株式会社, and others will participate as collaborators.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Nov. 12 (Thu.)
3 days
7th event
1 in 5 people
Over 20 years
About 30 years
Companies mentioned：株式会社船場、Glass Rock、ソルト・グループ株式会社、TRADMAN’S BONSAI、株式会社松葉屋、株式会社博展、森ビル株式会社、GENERATION TIME 株式会社、株式会社博報堂、株式会社Takuomi Samejima、SHoP Architects、株式会社コンランショップ・ジャパン、株式会社The Chain Museum、株式会社パルコ、NOIZ、株式会社飛騨の森でクマは踊る、株式会社J&J事業創造、戸田建設株式会社、株式会社維苑
Emergency additional production of the EVANGELION MA-1 REMODEL by AVIREX, which sold out in no time through the official Evangelion project RADIO EVA
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AVIREX has announced emergency additional production of its EVANGELION MA-1 REMODEL, which sold out in no time through the official Evangelion project RADIO EVA. Orders open on October 16, 2026.
Less than 1 month to go! Advance tickets on sale for “Local Food Fight in Tottori,” a nationwide East-West food sales battle; final call for sponsors
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“Local Food Fight in Tottori” is a food event taking place on November 7 and 8, 2026. Advance tickets are on sale, and the final call for sponsors is underway. ソフトバンク株式会社 is serving as commander-in-chief of the Eastern Army, and 松井酒造合名会社 as commander-in-chief of the Western Army.
[Trademark registration] 新時代グループ has newly registered the trademarks “PHAD'S Fuzz” and “DENGUSHI Densushi,” bringing its intellectual property portfolio to 37 rights
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株式会社ファッズ (新時代グループ) announced that founder Naoshi Sano now holds a total of 37 intellectual property rights. The company has newly registered the trademarks “PHAD'S Fuzz” and “DENGUSHI Densushi,” aiming to support the development of the food service industry and protect FC owners' investments.
Figma unveils new features at “Config India,” bringing code, context, and AI agents together in a full-stack creative canvas.
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At “Config India” in Bengaluru, India, Figma announced new features—Code Layers, Figma Specs, and Payload—that integrate code, context, and AI agents. These features enable teams and AI to collaborate on the canvas and work seamlessly from prototyping through release.