At MARKETING NOVA SUMMIT 2026 Autumn, streaming online on Nov. 10, 2026, Toru Tanaka of 株式会社イー・エージェンシー will speak on next-generation data utilization through the organization of AI agents, TOYNOVA株式会社 announced.
A practical “livelihood-building” program to develop the ability to thrive in the community [Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team Internship, 山形県酒田市]
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山形県酒田市 is recruiting participants for a practical “livelihood-building” program as part of its Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team internship. During a 60-day stay, participants will receive support from 株式会社Eat, Play, Sleep and instruction from leading lecturers, building the skills to thrive in the community through participation in local projects and article writing.
〈milktouch〉New launch on Oct. 15, 2026: 7 deep and muted gloss shades, colors co-developed with a Korean makeup artist to help anyone easily create a polished look!
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株式会社オリーブインターナショナル will launch 7 new shades of Dew Stain Sheer Lip Gloss online on Oct. 15, 2026, from the Korean cosmetics brand “milktouch,” whose muse is TWICE's JIHYO. The shades were co-developed with a professional makeup artist.
A series by AI training instructor Yuichiro Kawai, who has more than 135,000 total followers on social media, launches in “Future Leaders Hub,” a new business media outlet for Generation Z
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株式会社アナログPR has launched “The World’s Easiest-to-Understand AI Class,” a series on using AI by Yuichiro Kawai, representative of 合同会社Stream, in “Future Leaders Hub,” a Generation Z-focused media outlet from 株式会社扶桑社.
Initiatives to shape the future of regional economies. Funai Research Institute partners with Joyo Bank to hold the “Joyo 10 Billion Yen Company Seminar” and “Joyo 10 Billion Yen Company Study Group”
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株式会社船井総合研究所 will partner with Joyo Bank to hold the “Joyo 10 Billion Yen Company Seminar” and “Joyo 10 Billion Yen Company Study Group” from October 2026 for executives of mid-sized and small-to-medium-sized companies aiming to achieve 10 billion yen in sales.
Facts
Original売上高 100 億円
Just about 1%
Personnel costs: 1.3 times
Ordinary profit margin: 1.6 times
Capacity, Tsukuba Building (in-person attendance): 50 people
A sweet holiday from ディオール: Sweet Atelier of Dreams
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For the holiday season, ディオール is offering limited-edition gingerbread-themed fragrances and gift wrapping. Wrapped editions of Miss ディオール Blooming Bouquet and Sauvage Eau de Toilette are now available through the official online store and boutiques.
A sweet holiday from ディオール: Sweet Atelier of Dreams
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From ディオール’s limited-edition fragrance collection “La Collection Privée,” holiday-themed candles and ornament sets will be released in limited quantities at select stores and online from October 2026.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
Friday, Oct. 16
A collection of 22 fragrances
30 Avenue Montaigne, Paris
18,400 yen (price before tax)
20,240 yen (price including tax)
120,000 yen (price before tax)
132,000 yen (price including tax)
88,000 yen (price before tax)
96,800 yen (price including tax)
16 ornaments
8 types, 2 each
“Dior Délice” is an item intended for use as an ornament and is not a fragrance product. Available in limited quantities at select stores from Friday, October 23, 2026. Advance sale in limited quantities at select stores from Tuesday, October 20, through ディオール’s official online store and boutiques. La Collection Privée Christian Dior locations: ハウス オブ ディオール ビューティー 銀座 ／ ハウス オブ ディオール ビューティー 表参道 ディオール ビューティー シブヤ ／ ハウス オブ ディオール ビューティー 丸の内 伊勢丹新宿店 本館 ／ 日本橋高島屋 ／ そごう横浜 ／ 仙台藤崎 ／ ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 ディオール ビューティー うめだ阪急 2階 ／ ディオール スキンケア ル サロン うめだ阪急 6階 心斎橋大丸 ／ 大阪高島屋 ／ 神戸阪急 ／ そごう広島 ／ ディオール ビューティー 西武池袋本店 3階 西武池袋本店 1階 ／ ディオール ラ スイート 松坂屋名古屋店 (select products only). Available in limited quantities at select stores. La Collection Privée Art of Living Set: 92,800 yen (price before tax) ／ 102,080 yen (price including tax). Set contents: scented tapered candles and holders, 3 pieces (size: height 193 × width 440 × depth 380 mm); napkin rings, 12 pieces; card holders, 12 pieces. Scheduled for release in November 2026. @DIORBEAUTY DIORHOLIDAY
On October 14, 広島県 held the “Come Eat in Hiroshima! ‘Delicious Osekkai’ PR Event” in Ginza, Tokyo, with Angirls as guests, and announced details of the “OK!! Hiroshima” project promoting the appeal of local food and related campaigns.
Facts
More than 1,000 entries
All 6 short videos
Hiba beef worth ３万円
Oysters, Hiba beef and red hassaku oranges worth a total of ６万円
Donations of 1 million yen from a charity seminar presented to the igusa-producing region affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake
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合同会社マイスターサポート donated 1 million yen raised through charity seminars and other activities to the igusa-producing region in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, which was affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.
A total of 3,353 entries! Winners announced for the 37th “Nurimasu!” coloring contest, a collaboration with “Magical Girl Witch Trial”
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Winners have been announced for the 37th “Nurimasu!” digital coloring contest, jointly hosted by Celsys and ibis. There were 3,353 entries in total, and the contest was held in collaboration with “Magical Girl Witch Trial.”
[Apology and correction] Regarding information on the organizers in “Report on Day 2 of the 2nd Digital Apparel Design Contest”
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株式会社壽屋 corrected its description of the organizing structure for the 2nd Digital Apparel Design Contest, clarifying that it was co-hosted by the Digital Apparel Design Contest Organizing Office rather than held independently.
Facts
59 people and all 10 teams showcase the results of about 1 month of collaborative work
All 10 teams present their results
Collaboratively created digital apparel over about 1 month.
Music video for “るぅとver” of “Limitless!,” the 5th new theme song for TV Tokyo network’s “おはスタ,” produced by るぅと (すとぷり), released!
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株式会社STPR released the music video for “るぅとver” of “Limitless!,” the 5th new theme song for TV Tokyo network’s “おはスタ,” produced by すとぷり member るぅと, on October 15, 2026.
Facts
5th installment
Thursday, October 15, 2026
YouTube channel subscribers: 1.03 million
TikTok account with 710,000 followers
Combined followers across social media: 5.42 million
Calling all sweets lovers! The podcast “おかしなひとたち,” where guests talk all about their love of sweets, is launching!
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チロルチョコ株式会社 will launch “おかしなひとたち,” a podcast where sweets-loving guests and developers talk about their love of sweets, on YouTube and Spotify starting October 15, 2026.
An idle game where the developers interact with users in-game!? 8.5th anniversary event underway for まものダンジョン+
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株式会社clony is holding an 8.5th anniversary event for the strategy RPG まものダンジョン+. The event features real-time interactions with the developers, new character additions and various campaigns.
Major international media take notice!! JYuno lands an extraordinary opportunity to perform the theme song for a Hollywood film
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JYuno, an artist who works without revealing their face or identity, will contribute 3 songs to the theme and soundtrack of the film “Girl,” directed by Destry Allyn Spielberg. The news was exclusively reported by U.S. media outlet “Deadline,” and the executive producer has also praised JYuno’s creativity.
“The same starting line for every child” — Former Japan women’s national soccer team player Aya Samejima launches “SAME PROJECT”
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Former Japan women’s national soccer team player Aya Samejima has launched “SAME PROJECT,” which aims to give children an opportunity to dream, and will hold a free event in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, on November 22, 2026.
YOON SAN-HA (ユンサナ) to hold a special one-night-only concert in Japan on Saturday, December 5!
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A Japan-exclusive special concert by YOON SAN-HA (ユンサナ) will take place on December 5. An official tour package including JTB accommodations and the ticket sales schedule have been announced.
ワタナベエンターテインメント’s new official ticketing site “WENTER (ウェンター)” opens October 15! Campaign underway to give away signed instant photos from ワタナベエンターテインメント comedians, including アンガールズ, こたけ正義感 and Aマッソ
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株式会社ワタナベエンターテインメント will open its new official ticketing site “WENTER (ウェンター)” on October 15, 2026. The former membership service “We!プレ” will end, and a campaign is underway to give away signed instant photos from comedians including アンガールズ by lottery.
Comprehensive nutrition solution “FAM BOX” for athletes names トヨタヴェルブリッツ player Keisuke Moriya as brand ambassador; interview video explores the reasons behind the appointment
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株式会社ARCHECO has appointed rugby player Keisuke Moriya as a brand ambassador for FAM BOX and released an interview video in which he discusses the reasons for the appointment and how he came to use the product.
[Special Feature] DELAY PEDALS The EFFECTOR BOOK Vol.73
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Features in the specialist delay pedal magazine “The EFFECTOR BOOK Vol.73.” Includes a survey of the market as of 2026, analysis of how the devices work, interviews with renowned guitarists and engineers, and introductions to new products from companies such as DOD and KORG.
株式会社ピックユー to hold special event “MAKE NEW FRIENDS” to mark major renovation of 池袋PARCO.
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株式会社ピックユー will hold the special event “MAKE NEW FRIENDS” on October 16, 2026, to mark the major renovation of 池袋PARCO. The company, which operates the influencer flea market app “Pickyou” and the marketing business “Pickyou PR,” will use the “DREAM STEP” staircase space designed by Togo Murano for an event aimed at creating new connections through fashion and culture. A talk session with PONDENO is also scheduled for October 18.
Applications open for new members of the 2027 U13 category
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一般社団法人ラフェスタエンターテイメント announced that applications for new members of its 2027 U13 category (current sixth-graders) will open on November 1. The first application period will run from November 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with 12–15 places available on a first-come, first-served basis. Benefits include a waived admission fee and the option to join activities starting in January. The second application period is scheduled for March 2027, but applications will be accepted only if places remain.
Dance together, dress up and bask in dazzling lights on an autumn night. “時之栖のHALLOWEEN” is coming to 御殿場高原 時之栖!
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株式会社時之栖 will hold “時之栖のHALLOWEEN” at 御殿場高原 時之栖 from October 24 to November 1, 2026. The program will include a masquerade dance show produced by internationally renowned choreographer SHOJIN, a mini parade and photo spots.
Non-firm grid connections: How will battery storage be treated on the “charging side”? Webinar to explore the decision points in control methods
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ジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar in early November 2026 explaining control methods for the “charging side” of battery storage under non-firm grid connections.
[マックハウス × Little New York] Launches streetwear styles with a “Y2K & Heisei Gyaru” aesthetic through collaboration
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マックハウス, operated by ジーイエット株式会社, is launching its latest fall/winter collection in collaboration with apparel brand Little New York. The collection features women’s and kids’ lines themed around 2000s Y2K and Heisei-era gyaru styles, with presale reservations opening on October 16, 2026.
Facts
10% OFF
62 women’s stores
31 kids’ stores
¥5,990 (tax included)
¥4,990 (tax included)
¥3,890 (tax included)
¥3,990 (tax included)
¥6,990 (tax included)
¥2,990 (tax included)
¥7,990 (tax included)
¥9,990 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：ジーイエット株式会社、マックハウス、Little New York
SHIFFON signs exclusive distribution and master license agreements with BYN BLACKYAK for the Japanese market
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株式会社SHIFFON has signed exclusive distribution and master license agreements for the Japanese market with BYN BLACKYAK, which operates the global outdoor brand BLACKYAK. Sales will begin in 2027, with business operations to be developed over the 5-year contract term.
Facts
Sales scheduled to begin in February 2027
Sales scheduled to begin with the 2027 fall/winter season
Sales scheduled to begin around March 2027
5 years after the formal signing of the contract
DNS (high-end alpine): approximately ¥18,000–¥99,000
TREK / HIKE, TRAIL RUN (trekking and trail running): approximately ¥6,900–¥59,000
VTuber agency ハコネクト to participate in “Machi★Asobi vol.31”!
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VTuber agency ハコネクト, operated by 株式会社アナログ, will participate in “Machi★Asobi vol.31,” held in Tokushima City from October 17, 2026, with merchandise sales, a rock-paper-scissors tournament and live events.
Special concert “DIGIMON CONCERT ～2026 Anniversary & BEATBREAK～” connects the history of the Digimon series through “music”; key visual and details revealed!
A special collection inspired by the world of “Disney Twisted-Wonderland” arrives from axes femme!
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A special collection inspired by the world of “Disney Twisted-Wonderland” is arriving from the brand axes femme, operated by 株式会社アイジーエー. The collection features shirts and jackets inspired by the uniforms and formal attire of Night Raven College, with online presales beginning October 16.
Starring Jinto Yoshida (M!LK)! New Friday drama “Dekiai ～ Actually, the Strongest Hero ～” starts 10/30; 60-second PR video depicting “the beginning of the story” revealed! Character relationship chart unveiled for the first time!
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TOKYO MX released a 60-second PR video and character relationship chart for its new Friday drama “Dekiai ～ Actually, the Strongest Hero ～,” starring Jinto Yoshida, and announced that it will begin airing on October 30, 2026.
Winner of the 2026 Good Design Award | “Airstep” by MAIMO, a carry-on suitcase weighing approximately 2kg that is easy to lift even on station stairs
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“Airstep,” a carry-on suitcase from the travel brand MAIMO, operated by 株式会社KURUKURU, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. It features an approximately 2kg body and quiet casters, and cumulative sales have surpassed 150,000 units.
TOKIUM launches new “CFO AGENDA” segment on its YouTube channel “Mirai Keiri,” with Sayaka Suguro as host
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株式会社TOKIUM launched the new “CFO AGENDA” segment on its YouTube channel “Mirai Keiri” on October 15, 2026, with Sayaka Suguro as host and Taichi Hattori, former CFO at Indeed and SHIFT, as the first guest.
First apparel collaboration for cosmetics brand “Kansosan”! 株式会社カイタックファミリー to launch Kansosan pajamas sequentially from mid-October
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Cosmetics brand “Kansosan,” from 株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス BCLカンパニー, and 株式会社カイタックファミリー have collaborated for the first time, launching “KANSOSAN Moisturizing Pajamas” from mid-October 2026.
【Vocci】Popular ring-shaped smart device “Vocci (Vocci)” to be exhibited at SHIBUYA Tech FESTIVAL
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フォーカルポイント株式会社, the domestic distributor for GYGES LABS PTE. LTD., will exhibit the ring-shaped smart device “Vocci” at SHIBUYA Tech FESTIVAL, to be held at SHIBUYA SAKURA STAGE on October 17, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Capacity: 30 people
Supports more than 100 languages
More than 500 MCP-compatible apps
Companies mentioned：フォーカルポイント株式会社、GYGES LABS PTE. LTD.、Gyges Labs、Apple inc.
tripleS zenith to digitally release original Japanese song! Objekt Trading Event to be held to mark the release!
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tripleS zenith will digitally release its original Japanese song “See You” on November 1, 2026, and hold an Objekt Trading Event in Tokyo on the same day.
Facts
24 members
4 units of 6 members each
Sunday, Nov. 1
January 2027
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Companies mentioned：SM ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN、キッスエンタ.jp
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C and Kawagoe Festival Navi team up to livestream the Kawagoe Festival on YouTube. About 20,000 views last year
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COEDO KAWAGOE F.C株式会社 and 株式会社タカインフォテクノ, which operates Kawagoe Festival Navi, announced that they will livestream the Kawagoe Festival, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, on YouTube on October 17 and 18, 2026. Last year’s livestream recorded about 20,000 views.
【Recommendations from a total of 13 people & giveaway campaign for a Filmarks-exclusive notebook】 40th anniversary of its release: “The Breakfast Club” to screen nationwide in 4K from Friday, October 16!
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To mark the 40th anniversary of the release of the film “The Breakfast Club,” a 4K version will screen nationwide for a limited 2-week run from October 16. A giveaway campaign will also be held on the official Filmarks Revival Instagram account, where recommendations are being featured.
Facts
40th anniversary of its theatrical release
Starting Friday, October 16
2 weeks only
5 winners will be selected by lottery
Original10月15日（木）18:00より
Companies mentioned：株式会社つみき、Filmarks、UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS, INC.、DAIRIKU、Girlside、rurumu、グッチーズ・フリースクール
Key visual unveiled for the stage production “Eternal Boys THE STAGE”!
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The key visual for the stage production “Eternal Boys THE STAGE” has been unveiled, and it was announced that the show will run at I'M A SHOW in Yurakucho, Tokyo, starting December 3, 2026. Based on the anime and drama, the production is also set to feature live performances by the cast, original merchandise sales, and post-show events.
“Anniversary Collection” <Jitte> from “千銃士:Rhodoknight” goes on sale!
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The anniversary product “Anniversary Collection” <Jitte> from “千銃士:Rhodoknight” will be released in 4 varieties, ranging from holographic can badges to oversized acrylic figures. Orders will be accepted from October 15 to 29, 2026.
Post-event online sales begin for “30 Degrees Below Zero: Despair” POP UP SHOP!
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Online sales have begun for items from the “30 Degrees Below Zero: Despair” POP UP SHOP on the “THEキャラ” shopping site. Orders will be accepted from October 15 to 29, 2026.
The 4th S’YTE × TAION collaboration launches on Thursday, October 22, alongside pop-up stores at Y’s 表参道 and Y’s SUPER POSITION OKAYAMA
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The 4th collaboration between S’YTE, a brand of 株式会社ヨウジヤマモト, and down brand TAION will launch on October 22, with pop-up stores also opening at Y’s 表参道 and Y’s SUPER POSITION OKAYAMA.
Facts
Oct. 22 (Thu.)
800-fill-power down
¥73,700 (tax included)
¥59,400 (tax included)
¥55,000 (tax included)
¥39,600 (tax included)
¥69,300 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、S’YTE、TAION、THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO、SʼYTE 渋⾕PARCO、WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO OSAKA、WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO HARAJUKU、Ground Y 名古屋PARCO、Ground Y+S’YTE 札幌PARCO、Y’s 表参道、Y’s SUPER POSITION OKAYAMA
GACKT’s official fan club “G&L PARTNERS CLUB” relaunches!
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株式会社SKIYAKI relaunched GACKT’s official fan club “G&L PARTNERS CLUB” on October 15, 2026. Features include the return of a printed newsletter and members-only content. The annual membership fee is 12,000 yen.
TV anime Ranma 1/2 Season 3 Episode 27, “Happy and Cologne”: synopsis, preview stills, staff and trailer revealed!
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Details, synopsis, staff and preview stills for Episode 27, “Happy and Cologne,” of TV anime Ranma 1/2 Season 3 have been revealed. The series will air on 日本テレビ starting in October 2026 and stream exclusively on Netflix.
Passing beautiful satoyama on to the next generation. A story of “hometown revitalization” led by an agricultural science doctoral graduate, as the population continues to decline and abandoned rice fields increase…
New menu launches! Staff with professional qualifications recommend styling that “really suits you” through a Fashion Consulting Service
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株式会社阪急阪神百貨店 will launch a new menu for its Fashion Consulting Service at 阪急うめだ本店 and 阪神梅田本店 starting October 1. Staff with professional qualifications will recommend styling based on customers’ body frames and personal colors.
To celebrate the subscription streaming release of “Hikaru GENJI ALL SONGS REQUEST”! Hikaru GENJI listening party to be held for the first time on the AWA Lounge
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AWA株式会社 will hold a Hikaru GENJI-themed listening party in the online space AWA Lounge on October 17, 2026, to celebrate the subscription streaming release of “Hikaru GENJI ALL SONGS REQUEST.”
Odaiba Marine Park Tokyo Port seagrass habitat creation activity: Call for Tokyo residents to take part in a eelgrass seed-sowing event
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東京都 is seeking Tokyo residents to take part in an eelgrass seed-sowing event at Odaiba Marine Park on November 21, Reiwa 8, as part of efforts to create seagrass habitats in Tokyo Port.
【Free activities・elementary school event】Head to Shinjuku with your family on 11/15 (Sun.)! Enjoy hands-on eco activities at “Mirai Tankyu Festa 2026,” including solar-panel crafts and soap making (hosted by 東京都環境局)
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The family-friendly eco-experience event “Mirai Tankyu Festa 2026,” hosted by 東京都環境局, will be held at the West Exit Plaza of Shinjuku Station on November 15, 2026. 株式会社マインドシェア will serve as the event office, with free hands-on booths featuring crafts and quizzes, as well as stage shows.
Facts
November 15, 2026
Original10時～17時
Held for the second time this year
12 hands-on activity booths
Through 10/25
Advance online reservations close October 28 (Wed.)
Online reservations for same-day tickets: November 15 (Sun.), 10:00–16:45
Oct. 21 event | 【Case study revealed】A system for securing appointments without relying on sales staff’s “extra effort.” How to revamp kintone customer management to turn past leads into sales meetings—with 80% less work and 1.5 times the results
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株式会社FUTUREWOODS will hold a webinar on October 21, 2026, showcasing a case study on revamping customer management with kintone and methods for turning sales emails into business meetings.
Up to 1 million yen in cash or a one-of-a-kind Monster Strike experience?! The “13th Anniversary Scratch Lottery,” where you choose a prize course and take your chance, starts October 17 (Sat.)!
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株式会社MIXI will hold the “13th Anniversary Scratch Lottery” in the smartphone app Monster Strike starting October 17, 2026, with prizes including up to 1 million yen in cash and special experiences.
Facts
Up to 1 million yen in cash
2nd prize: 100,000 yen
3rd prize: 10,000 yen worth of “Eraberu Pay®”
You can win up to 11 lottery tickets
The number of users worldwide has surpassed 66 million
ダンカン (DANKAN) to open “Ikoma Station Front Store,” its first location in Nara Prefecture, on October 23
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尾上繊維株式会社’s custom-suit specialty store ダンカン will open “Ikoma Station Front Store,” its first location in Nara Prefecture, on October 23, 2026. It will be the company’s 38th store nationwide, with an opening sale featuring suits at limited-time prices, among other offers.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
Approximately 5 minutes on foot
The 38th store nationwide
Originalオーダースーツ1着16,500円（税込）
Limited to 5 suits per day
Founded in Hakata, Fukuoka, in 1978
A specialty store in its 48th year
Entry line starting at 18,700 yen (tax included)
Classic line starting at 44,000 yen (tax included)
Premium line starting at 66,000 yen (tax included)
Allow about 60 minutes for your first visit
Orders take about 1 month
Additional fee: 4,400 yen (tax included)
Estimated delivery time shortened to approximately 2 weeks
K-POP artist JAEJOONG (Jejung) to perform in Japan on his latest 2025 Asia tour; exclusive live broadcast on Nico Nico Live from Makuhari Messe on June 1
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株式会社ドワンゴ announced that it will exclusively broadcast live on Nico Nico Live the Japan performance on day 2 of K-POP artist JAEJOONG (Jejung)’s 2025 Asia tour, from Makuhari Messe on June 1.
206th Brigade female lieutenant's fall-from-building case: 國防部 says zero tolerance for all bullying
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Regarding the 陸軍 206th Brigade female lieutenant's fall-from-building case, 國防部 spokesperson Sun Li-fang stressed zero tolerance for bullying in any form, and said the evidence had been handed over for judicial investigation. 六軍團 political warfare director Jian Ying-hong said the case was being investigated under the prosecutor's direction, and a disciplinary investigation was being conducted in accordance with procedures.
Facts
206th Brigade
The call lasted 8 minutes
Received an audio recording from the family on Oct. 12
The incident occurred on Sept. 30
六軍團's legal affairs unit began a disciplinary investigation on Oct. 1
Former UK intelligence chief on spy-fiction master John le Carré: works are entertaining but unrealistic
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former British intelligence chiefs Ormand and Dearlove criticized spy-fiction master John le Carré's works as merely entertaining and lacking realism, saying their depiction of mutual distrust within intelligence agencies did not reflect how they actually operate. Le Carré had previously disputed this view and stressed his works' contribution to improving MI6's public image.
Japanese collector donates more than 25,000 insect specimens to natural science museum, including possibly extinct swallowtail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese insect specimen collector Yasuo Numata donated more than 25,000 insect specimens to 國立自然科學博物館, including a possibly extinct yellow swallowtail and specimens from the tiger moth subfamily.
During the Shenzhen APEC summit, bus and subway fares will be 5折
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To ensure smooth traffic during the Shenzhen APEC summit, officials have urged companies to adopt flexible work arrangements and announced a 5折 fare discount on buses and subways citywide during the meeting.
Cinnabar added to Chinese medicine causes lead poisoning; 盛唐 head's 5-year sentence finalized
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
呂志霖, head of 盛唐中醫, mistakenly used red lead instead of cinnabar in medicine, causing lead poisoning in 38 people, including former Taichung City Council speaker Chang Hung-nien. The Supreme Court rejected his appeal, making his 5-year prison sentence final.
Facts
Second-instance court sentences 盛唐 head 呂志霖 to 5 years in prison
Recommendation report released; Norway's sovereign wealth fund may resume investing in nuclear weapons makers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Norwegian government committee recommended that 挪威主權財富基金, with assets of more than US$2.2 trillion, could resume investing in nuclear weapons manufacturers, but only in companies headquartered in countries defined as nuclear-weapon states under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and allied with Norway.
Taiwanese nurse questioned during trip to Tibet; 陸委會: civil servants face risks when traveling to mainland China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
陸委會 Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said a nurse at a public hospital was questioned while traveling in Tibet, warning that current and former civil servants alike risk being questioned when traveling to mainland China.
Suspected mainland Chinese student stages photo of President Lai being pinched on the head; 陸委會 says it has received a complaint
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
陸委會 said it had received a complaint and was clarifying and verifying an incident involving someone suspected of being a mainland Chinese student staging a photo of President Lai Ching-te with a hand pinching his head, accompanied by a united-front caption.
AI use among financial firms rises to 43%; 33 adopt agentic AI, with securities and futures firms leading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金管會 released the results of its 115年 survey of AI use in the financial sector, showing that the share of financial firms and related organizations using AI rose to 43%. Among firms already using AI, the adoption rate was 76% for generative AI and 20% for agentic AI, with 33 firms adopting it; 證券期貨業 had the most.
藥華藥's new blood cancer drug obtains Chinese ET approval; initially targeting out-of-pocket sales at hospitals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
藥華藥 announced that its blood cancer drug Ropeg has obtained approval in China for essential thrombocythemia (ET), and will initially focus on the out-of-pocket market at major hospitals.
National Park No. 3 patrol vessel arrives to protect the marine ecology of the Penghu Southern Islands sustainably
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
內政部國家公園署's 海洋國家公園管理處 has commissioned a newly built 20-ton 「國家公園3號」 patrol vessel to serve 澎湖南方四島國家公園. It will undertake maritime patrols, law enforcement and ecological monitoring to help sustain the local marine ecosystem.
Thai groups opposing World Bank and IMF annual meetings plan overnight protest against foreign capital's plundering of resources
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Thai civic groups gathered in Bangkok to protest the annual meetings of the IMF and World Bank, criticizing the institutions' policies for increasing burdens and damaging the environment. They plan to camp overnight outside the venue.
Alleged drug use in council chamber? Yilan City representative Huang Yi-hsien denies it and has filed a lawsuit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yilan City representative Huang Yi-hsien was accused of using drugs in the council chamber. He denied ever using drugs and said he was willing to take a test. He has filed a lawsuit to clear his name and also apologized for smoking heated tobacco.
Ko Chin-s Su-mei corruption case to be heard on the 27th; Taipei District Court extends travel ban by 8 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The corruption case involving independent legislator 高金素梅 will be heard on the 27th. The Taipei District Court ruled to extend her travel ban by 8 months starting on the 11th, citing concerns she might flee. Prosecutors indicted 高金素梅, aide 張俊傑 and 24 others; 張俊傑 previously fled after being released on bail and was wanted.
Angel Wings charity dinner to be held on the 17th, aiming to help students in 43 rural schools
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中華基督教衛理公會 will hold its “Spread Your Angel Wings” charity fundraising concert and dinner on the 17th, aiming to raise NT$6.4 million for 43 rural elementary schools to support after-school tutoring programs.
Facts
Will raise funds for 43 rural elementary schools
Target: NT$6.4 million
This year’s charity fundraising concert will enter its 20th year
Cumulative donations have exceeded NT$59.28 million
NT$51.45 million has been directly invested in rural education and support for students
A total of more than 542 school-years of support
More than 13,700 disadvantaged children in rural areas
The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 17th at 台北典華飯店花田好事廳
From Palace Museum masterpieces to Pokémon, the 2026 Taipei World Stamp Exhibition offers a window on the world
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei 2026 World Stamp Exhibition will be held Nov. 20-25 at World Trade Center Hall One. Organized by 中華郵政 and 中華集郵團體聯合會, it will feature the theme “Innovation ∞ Sustainability,” with about 2,000 frames of exhibits and a focus on digital technology and green sustainability.
國台辦 criticizes Tsai Kang-yung; 陸委會 says harsher criticism will only provoke a stronger backlash
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國台辦 criticized Tsai Kang-yung for attending the launch of Shen Po-yang’s campaign headquarters. 陸委會 Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said harsher criticism would only provoke a stronger backlash, adding that the move was counterproductive.
5 major card issuers process NT$337.7 billion in September; transaction volume rises 18% in first 3 quarters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Buoyed by travel during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday and the launch of new iPhone models, the 5 major card issuers recorded NT$337.7 billion in credit card transactions in September, up 17% year-on-year. Cumulative transactions in the first 3 quarters totaled NT$3.1074 trillion, an 18% year-on-year increase. CTBC Bank remained the top card issuer and the bank with the highest spending volume in September.
All traffic fine revenue to fund road safety improvements; Chung Tung-chin vows to lead the way
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Transportation and Communications has proposed an amendment requiring local governments to use all traffic fine revenue allocated to them for road safety improvements and enforcement. The measure could take effect as early as ROC year 117. Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin pledged during questioning at the county council that Miaoli County would implement the policy first next year, and stressed that county spending would far exceed the amount collected in fines to strengthen A1 crash prevention and enforcement equipment.
AI video circulating online insinuates a romantic history; Liu Chien-kuo calls it defamatory and false, considers legal action
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Liu Chien-kuo, the Democratic Progressive Party’s Yunlin County magistrate candidate, said an AI-generated video circulating on social media and insinuating a romantic history involving him was false and smeared several women. He is considering whether to file a lawsuit and stressed that he believes voters expect a positive campaign.
Photographer Song Long-chuan dies; images of the 228 redress movement and DPP founding group remain a historical record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Photographer Song Long-chuan has died at the age of 69. His images documented the opposition movement of the 1980s, the 228 redress movement and the group photo marking the founding of the Democratic Progressive Party. He made a major contribution to Taiwan’s democratic development and the removal of the taboo surrounding 228.
Facts
Died at the age of 69
Song Long-chuan was born in Suao, Yilan, in 1957
Group photo of the Democratic Progressive Party’s 18-member founding group
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Could restrictions on fund managers' phones and trading be eased? 金管會: Weighing options
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金管會 said it would carefully weigh proposed changes to restrictions on phones and trading for fund managers at investment trust companies, balancing market development, employees' investment rights and the interests of the investing public.
台鐵 adds 10 more trains for the Retrocession Day holiday; bookings open 10/17
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台鐵 announced 10 additional trains to meet demand for the Retrocession Day holiday and a concert in Hualien. The additions include 3 local express trains between Qidu and Changhua, with the trip from Taipei to Taichung taking about 2 hours and 10 minutes. Bookings for the additional services will open at 0:00 on October 17. EMU3000 trains will suspend non-reserved seating during the transportation period, with a limited number of standing tickets offered instead.
Facts
10 additional trains
3 additional local express trains
Travel time of about 2 hours and 10 minutes
This year's Retrocession Day holiday runs from October 24 to 26
台鐵 plans to operate additional services for the Retrocession Day holiday from October 23 to 27
A total of 6 more trains on the eastern line
1 additional train on the Hualien-Taitung-Sinzhuang route
3 more local express trains between Qidu and Changhua
Zhu Xinyi battles cancer; still terrified at follow-up visits, tears soak oxygen mask
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Actress Zhu Xinyi has follow-up appointments every six months after battling cancer. Although her test results are good, examinations still trigger claustrophobia and anxiety. She is currently exercising, giving talks and discussing an outdoor program.
On relocating Songshan Airport, economics minister says Tamsui New Town has good conditions for AI industry development
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin said discussions on relocating Songshan Airport have been ongoing for 20 years and consensus is unlikely in the short term, but AI development cannot wait. He said Tamsui New Town has good conditions, including ample space, convenient transportation and human resources. Regarding 台積電's assessment of expanding production in Texas, the government said the matter must in principle be reviewed by the Investment Commission.
Facts
Discussions on relocating Songshan Airport have been ongoing for 20 years
Integrate the airport and surrounding area into a 300-hectare site
3 killed in accident at Meng'ao Port project; 連江縣府 says contractor ordered to halt work
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An accident at the Meng'ao Port project in Dongju, Juguang Township, Lienchiang County, killed 3 workers who are suspected of having died from oxygen deprivation after inhaling an unknown gas. 連江縣府 has ordered the contractor to stop work and will assist the families with funeral and compensation matters, while cooperating with investigations by prosecutors and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the Ministry of Labor.