Shigemitsu Sangyo, operator of Ajisen Ramen, adopts “desknet's NEO” and “AppSuite”
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株式会社ネオジャパン announced that Shigemitsu Sangyo, operator of Ajisen Ramen, has adopted the groupware platform “desknet's NEO” and the no-code business application creation tool “AppSuite,” and began using them on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Began use on October 1, 2026
Original他社業務システムが1ユーザーあたり月額1,000円であるのに対し
“desknet's NEO” is available for 800 yen per month, including “AppSuite”
Boasts sales of more than 5.4 million users as of March 2026※
Neo Career named founding partner of the “Hokkaido Regional Mirai Study Abroad Scholarship” ～Expanding options for high school students studying in local communities and supporting regional revitalization and sustainable development in Hokkaido～
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Neo Career has partnered with the Regional and Educational Charm Enhancement Platform and been named a founding partner of the “Hokkaido Regional Mirai Study Abroad Scholarship,” which will launch in fiscal 2027.
[Sun Frontier] 6th Management Seminar to be held November 18 (Wednesday) on “How to Create an Office That Improves Business Performance”
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サンフロンティア不動産株式会社 will hold its 6th Management Seminar on November 18, 2026, under the theme “How to Create an Office That Improves Business Performance.” Hiroe Daitoku of 株式会社ストラートデザイン will speak about organizing office spaces and electronic data.
Full-scale launch of event management outsourcing services for company-hosted job fairs and joint information sessions, drawing on a track record of attracting more than 3,220 attendees in total
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株式会社オージャスト is launching full-scale event management outsourcing services for joint information sessions and job fairs hosted by companies and organizations. It has attracted more than 3,220 attendees in total across 20 venues nationwide and has more than 44 corporate clients.
Mark Foxwell appointed general manager of “ウォルドーフ・アストリア東京日本橋,” scheduled to open in fall 2027
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Hilton Japan, Korea and Micronesia announced that Mark Foxwell has been appointed general manager of “ウォルドーフ・アストリア東京日本橋,” scheduled to open in fall 2027.
For men concerned about a “potbelly”: Men-only slimming and body-shape management salon “VISUAL LABO 新橋店” opens a 3-minute walk from Shimbashi Station
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株式会社トリアイナ opened the men-only slimming and body-shape management salon “VISUAL LABO 新橋店” on September 14, 2026. It offers treatments using “MystiCore,” an in-house-developed device employing high-frequency technology and HYPER EMS, in completely private rooms.
Facts
A 3-minute walk from JR Shimbashi Station
Opened on September 14, 2026
4.7 out of 5 (81 reviews)
As of October 14, 2026
Applies to more than 1 in 2 men aged 40 and over
Compatible with 3 frequencies: 300, 500 and 1000 kHz
Power transmission efficiency is 1.5–2 times higher (based on our measurements)
Original月額プランは、90分・月2回で14,800円（税込）
Minimum subscription period: 3 months
Total cost for the period: 44,400 yen (tax included)
MOCHITEC launches AX for リコーITソリューションズ’ head-office functions, accelerating business transformation through AI
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株式会社MOCHITEC has begun supporting AI transformation (AX) across the head-office functions of リコーITソリューションズ. The first phase involved a PoC over approximately 4 months to reform performance management operations, with an expected 30–40% reduction in workload. The second phase will focus on turning the asset management system into an AI agent.
Techmize selected for fiscal 2026 “Gotanda Valley Acceleration Program”
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テックマイズ株式会社 has been selected for the fiscal 2026 “Gotanda Valley Acceleration Program,” a collaboration between 東京都品川区 and 一般社団法人五反田バレー. The company will work on a pilot and commercialization of “Chilled Storage Peak Shifting,” a new service using a thermal energy storage (TES) system.
FM BIRD opens applications for 2nd round of newcomer auditions
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株式会社FM BIRD opened applications for the 2nd round of the “FM BIRD Newcomer Auditions 2026” on October 14, 2026, with a deadline of November 15. The auditions aim to discover and develop new talent as the company’s roster of talent expands its fields of activity.
Facts
From Wednesday, October 14, 2026
The application deadline is Sunday, November 15.
4 new regular programs featuring affiliated talent announced
Founded in 1994
Companies mentioned：株式会社FM BIRD、株式会社オトナル、J-WAVE、BAYFM、Fm yokohama、マツダ株式会社、Amazon Music、FM FUJI、宮城テレビ放送、Start up JAPAN EXPO 2026
A family outing in Nagareyama! Starting Oct. 31 (Sat.), Kyowa Gas’s “2026 Gas Exhibition” will feature a town zoo, a puzzle-solving event devised by local high school students, and local business vendors selling treats such as candy apples
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京和ガス株式会社 will hold the “46th 2026 Gas Exhibition” at its headquarters in Nagareyama, Chiba Prefecture, on October 31 and November 1, 2026. In addition to sales of gas appliances and a trade-in sale, the event will offer activities for families, including animal encounters at the “Town Zoo,” a puzzle-solving event devised by local high school students, and “FANFunMarket,” featuring 21 local businesses.
Revitalizing existing properties to create new housing value “Beyond convention and imagination. GO BEYOND” ≪A whole-building renovation condominium with 161 units launches in Higashinada Ward, Kobe≫
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Original総合地所、サンケイビル、丸紅都市開発の3社は、神戸市東灘区で総戸数161戸の一棟リノベーション分譲マンション「（仮称）神戸本山 GO BEYOND マンションプロジェクト」の公式ホームページを2026年10月15日に公開した。
JBR will begin providing an emergency dispatch service in October 2026 through “Home and Life Assistant Dial,” an add-on service for 損保ジャパン’s personal fire insurance.
moya unveils joint research results with 安藤ハザマ at new product launch: study verifies 99.99% reduction in airborne viruses using pure-water nano-mist
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moya株式会社 announced on October 6, 2026, that joint research with 安藤ハザマ技術研究所 verified that pure-water nano-mist reduces airborne viruses by 99.99%. The company also unveiled the new “moya Craft (2026 model)” and “moya Ultra 2.0.”
Facts
99.99% reduction in airborne viruses
Humidification effect per amount of mist was 56% higher
Enjoy Off & Relax with RIIZE WONBIN at @ cosme TOKYO POP-UP STORE; visitor perks unveiled!
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Hair care brand Off & Relax will hold a pop-up store featuring RIIZE WONBIN at @ cosme TOKYO from October 21 to 27, 2026, and unveil visitor perks and limited-edition sets.
小川畜産食品株式会社 and 小川フード＆サービス株式会社 have launched preorders for “Niku Tonya Ogawa’s Selected New Year’s Feast,” produced in collaboration with 佃淺商店, in a limited run of 140 sets.
[Nikko] 金谷菓子本舗 to launch a cookie tin featuring the zodiac animal for the new year on Friday, November 6, 2026. Limited-edition tins created in collaboration with a world-renowned artist will be released in limited quantities. Early sales will begin at the company’s directly operated store on October 27.
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金谷菓子本舗 will release “Maple Caramel Biscuits (Cotton Sheep/綿羊),” a cookie tin featuring artwork created by Shinsuke Kawahara and inspired by the 2027 zodiac animal, the Sheep, starting November 6, 2026.
A dream live collaboration among 4 arcade music game companies: 2nd wave of additional artists and timetable announced for “AMUSEMENT MUSIC FES 2026”!
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一般社団法人日本アミューズメント産業協会 has announced the 2nd wave of additional artists and the timetable for “AMUSEMENT MUSIC FES 2026,” a live event featuring 4 arcade music game companies, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight on November 7, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 7, 2026
12:50～16:30
13,000 yen
11,000 yen
10,000 yen
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本アミューズメント産業協会、JAIA、コナミアーケードゲームス、セガ フェイブ、タイトー、バンダイナムコグループ、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Sansei and Bilpo to give joint presentation at “Building Maintenance Human Fair & Clean Expo 2026” — How building maintenance companies can develop their own business systems without relying on costly outsourcing
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株式会社ビルポ and 株式会社三勢 will give a joint presentation at “Building Maintenance Human Fair & Clean Expo 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in November 2026, on how building maintenance companies can develop their own business systems without relying on costly outsourcing.
Yomite launches ameru (アメル), a crocheted toy brand designed to make amigurumi fun and easy to complete, even for beginners!
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ameru (アメル), a beginner-focused amigurumi brand, has been launched as a group company of 株式会社ヨミテ. Its first release will be a collaboration kit with the popular character brand らぶいーず, available for preorder starting October 16, 2026.
Cleo’s Beauté’s brand film “Cleopatra in Tokyo” wins bronze in the Film Craft category at the ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS 2026!
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“Cleopatra in Tokyo,” a brand film for the hair care brand Cleo’s Beauté, operated by 株式会社Boldies, won bronze in the Film Craft category at the ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS 2026.
株式会社Mab begins expanding its Store OS model across multiple business formats. The first location of its new brand UOBase, following the B Series, will open in November in Sonoda, Hyogo Prefecture, where the company was founded.
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株式会社Mab is expanding its Store OS model across multiple business formats and will open the first location of UOBase, a new brand following its yakitori B Series, in Sonoda, Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, in November 2026.
“Weaving Time: NUNO — Textiles of Tradition and Innovation” opens
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“Weaving Time: NUNO — Textiles of Tradition and Innovation,” an exhibition by NUNO, led by textile designer Reiko Sudo, opened on October 3, 2026, at the Portland Japanese Garden in Oregon, U.S., and will run through February 14, 2027.
Facts
Opened on Saturday, October 3, 2026
Runs through Sunday, February 14, 2027
8 Japanese textile-producing regions
A total of 48 types of textiles
A 1-meter-square frame
Established in 1963
A 12.5-acre site (roughly the size of Tokyo Dome)
Approximately 430,000 visitors annually, from more than 90 countries worldwide
More than 90 countries worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社 布、we+、Abstract Engine、Panoramatiks、株式会社ヒノキ工芸、株式会社良品計画、株式会社アズ、aat+ヨコミゾマコト建築設計事務所、CURIOSITY グエナエル ニコラ氏のもとで、たしろまさふみデザインルーム、The Schnitzer Care Foundation、国際交流基金、Toshiba International Foundation、James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation、Ferguson Wellman Capital Management
MINISFORUM JAPAN to exhibit at Japan IT Week Autumn 2026
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MINISFORUM JAPAN (MICRO COMPUTER株式会社) will exhibit at Japan IT Week Autumn 2026, held at 幕張メッセ from October 21 to 23, 2026. Its displays will include digital signage powered by mini PCs, a joint demonstration with シーシーエス株式会社, and the latest technology products from its China headquarters.
Facts
Oct. 21, 2026
From Wednesday, October 21, to Friday, October 23
10:00～17:00
Hall 3, A9-48
5 M.2 2280 SSD slots
4 M.2 NVMe SSD slots
Up to 32 TB
Up to 4 SATA 3.0 drives
MINISFORUM, founded in 2018
In more than 100 countries worldwide
Used by more than 4 million users
Companies mentioned：MINISFORUM JAPAN、MICRO COMPUTER株式会社、China Headquarters、Japan IT Week、幕張メッセ、シーシーエス株式会社、Intel、AMD
[LaLaTulle] Yui Pisu and Yunkoro show off the new Flower Collection, featuring 4 floral dress styles
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LaLaTulle, an online cabaret club dress retailer operated by 株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS, has unveiled and begun selling the Flower Collection, a new collection of 4 floral dress styles featuring models Yunkoro and Yui Pisu.
Rhelixa opens applications for the 4th cohort of its Epichron共創 Project, accelerating corporate collaboration in the longevity sector
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株式会社Rhelixa began accepting applications on September 1, 2026, for companies to join the 4th cohort of its Epichron共創 Project, which aims to put aging research into practice. A total of 36 companies have joined through the 3rd cohort, and a joint study with 森永乳業株式会社 has resulted in a published paper. The 4th cohort will support research by approximately 10 companies using proprietary indicators and databases.
Facts
Begins in April 2027
Began on Sept. 1, 2026
The project launched in 2024
36 companies are participating
In 2026, through work with participating company 森永乳業株式会社
“Love in the Moonlight 10th Anniversary Special: Everyone Gather at Kurumi House!” to premiere in Japan on U-NEXT on Friday, November 13, 2026!
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To mark the 10th anniversary of the hit drama Love in the Moonlight, a special program featuring the lead cast will be available for exclusive early streaming on U-NEXT from November 13, 2026, distributed by NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメント.
Facts
10th anniversary
A peak audience rating of 25.3%
8 KBS Drama Awards wins
Nov. 13, 2026
All 4 episodes
Companies mentioned：NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメント、U-NEXT、KBS、KBS Media Ltd.
OptQC meets with Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Yotchanan
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OptQC株式会社 met with Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and MHESI Minister Yotchanan, and hosted Thai government officials for a visit to its headquarters and 産総研’s G-QuAT facility to view the photonic quantum computer MoQuren. The parties expressed their intention to cooperate on developing talent and research infrastructure to advance Thailand’s quantum industry.
Facts
Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
Tuesday, Oct. 6
Thursday, Oct. 8
15 officials
Will become the first unit
On 3 occasions
For more than 25 years
Established: September 2, 2024
Companies mentioned：OptQC株式会社、国立研究開発法人産業技術総合研究所、産総研、タイ フロンティア・ブレインパワーおよび未来産業のためのプログラム管理ユニット、PMU-B、高等教育・科学・研究・イノベーション省、MHESI、国家高等教育・科学・研究・イノベーション政策評議会事務局、NXPO、国家科学技術開発庁、NSTDA、タイ科学技術研究所、TISTR、Quantum Technology Research Initiative Consortium、QTRic、Quantum Economy Policy Committee、東京大学、古澤研究室、チュラロンコン大学
Let’s all work together to reduce waste! Limited supply of off-grade edamame (Tamba black soybeans)
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生活協同組合コープこうべ continues its CO・OP NEXT100 product initiative, supplying a limited quantity of off-grade Hyogo-grown edamame (Tamba black soybeans) from JA兵庫六甲 to reduce food waste and support producers.
NVIC to hold final installment of its publishing anniversary discussion series, “Facing the Company Honestly,” on October 29
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農林中金バリューインベストメンツ（NVIC） will hold the final installment of its “Publication Commemorative Talk Series 2026” on October 29, 2026, to mark the publication of the book “A Quick Guide to Business Basics: The Fundamentals of Investing.” 梶昌隆氏 of 味の素株式会社 will join the discussion, which will focus on corporate growth strategies and investor relations.
Green AI selected as a provider of SII’s “AI-Powered Energy-Saving Diagnosis Support Tool” under the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s subsidy program, “FY Reiwa 7 Supplementary Budget: Regional Energy Use Optimization and Expansion of Energy-Saving Diagnostics”
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株式会社Green AI was selected as a provider of the “AI-Powered Energy-Saving Diagnosis Support Tool” implemented by SII, which administers a subsidy program of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and has begun demonstration, development and implementation work.
Facts
A database of more than 5,700 energy-saving and decarbonization measures
DMMマイカ surpasses 500,000 cumulative members! Launches 7% OFF campaign for first purchases to celebrate
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株式会社Myca announced that the cumulative number of members of its trading card management app, “DMMマイカ,” has surpassed 500,000. To mark the milestone, it will run a 7% OFF campaign on first purchases from October 16 to 25, 2026. It has also improved the specifications of its mail-in purchasing service and updated 3 app features.
Facts
500,000 cumulative members
Surpassed 400,000 in July 2026
Membership increased by a further 100,000
7% OFF first purchase
Discount cap: ¥20,000
Covers 41 genres
Appraisal request completed in as little as 3 minutes
Regular selling fee: 5%
→3%
Those with a total transaction value exceeding ¥50,000
Safety confirmation system “安否コール” wins in the “Safety Confirmation Systems” category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall
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The safety confirmation system “安否コール,” provided by 株式会社アドテクニカ, won the top Leader award in the “Safety Confirmation Systems” category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall. It was also named a Leader in 3 categories—Overall, Large Enterprises and Mid-Sized Enterprises—thanks to support from large companies. The company officially released its new “SMS Alert” feature, adding support for multichannel notifications.
“PartnerProp” wins the FY 2026 Good Design Award, delivering a framework that supports collaboration between companies and partners
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株式会社パートナープロップ, provider of the PRM tool “PartnerProp,” won the FY 2026 Good Design Award. The judges praised its transparency and strong UI, and noted that it has been adopted by more than 50,000 companies in Japan and overseas.
V Live Communication App “IRIAM” | Making its first appearance at Animate Girls Festival 2026!
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The V Live communication app “IRIAM,” operated by 株式会社IRIAM, will make its first appearance at “Animate Girls Festival 2026,” held on November 7 and 8, 2026, with exhibits featuring streamers and giveaways.
Companies mentioned：ボートレース福岡、ムラサキスポーツ、ワールドスケートジャパン、一般社団法人日本スケートボード協会、AJSA、一般社団法人日本スケートボーディング連盟、JSF、珈琲紫、ムラサキパーク 天神ストリート店、Off Broadway Park Cafe、東筑軒 天神ストリートパーク店、ファミリーマート、天神北 おやしらず歯科口腔外科、Creve Body Performance Studio
株式会社Zevero announced that it will sponsor “GBJ Symposium 2026,” to be held on November 13, 2026. The company is a global startup that supports decarbonization in the construction sector and provides a sustainability platform.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
13:00〜18:30
Carbon neutrality by 2050
Will become mandatory from FY 2028 (Reiwa 10)
Joined GBJ in January 2026
Provides services to companies in more than 20 countries
Companies mentioned：株式会社Zevero、Zevero、一般社団法人グリーンビルディングジャパン、GBJ、U.S. Green Building Council、USGBC
A relaxing moment spent at Hama Terrace, savoring music: “Yokohama Station East Exit Hama Terrace Music”
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横浜新都市センター株式会社 and 株式会社横浜スカイビル will hold “Yokohama Station East Exit Hama Terrace Music,” an event featuring music and food, at Hama Terrace on the east side of Yokohama Station on October 24 and 25, 2026.
マンハッタン・アソシエイツ appoints 村上申次氏 as executive advisor for Japan
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マンハッタン・アソシエイツ announced that 村上申次氏 was appointed executive advisor for Japan, effective October 1, 2026. 村上氏 has approximately 40 years of experience and has held senior leadership positions, including CEO of コグニザントジャパン and roles at 日本IBM and ソフトバンクテレコム.
Beauty that deepens with time: limited-edition Taiwanese stationery “ハンドスクリプト Classic Bronze Patina” fountain pen and rollerball (water-based ink) released
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インターアクト株式会社 will release “Classic Bronze Patina,” a limited-edition model from Taiwanese stationery brand ハンドスクリプト, to commemorate Tokyo International Pen Show 2026.
Facts
Limited production of just 50 pens
Fountain pen: ¥9,900 (tax included)
Rollerball: ¥8,800 (tax included)
Set of 2 with matching serial numbers: ¥17,600 (tax included)
Care beauty’s potential, as discussed by dementia specialists and dermatologists: helping prevent social isolation among older adults and detect nail problems early
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株式会社ミライプロジェクト delivered a presentation at the “Medical Japan Tokyo Care & Welfare Expo,” held at Makuhari Messe on Oct. 7, 2026. Dementia specialist 浦上克哉 and dermatologist 川島裕平 spoke about the potential of beauty care for older adults. They highlighted the importance of preventing social isolation, intervening from the MCI stage, early detection of nail problems, improving relationships with family members, and coordination with medical care.
OriginalCellid、米国コンピュータ歴史博物館の企画展「Extended Reality: Visions of the Future」にARグラスのリファレンスデザインを展示
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Cellid株式会社 is exhibiting a reference design for AR glasses equipped with its proprietary waveguide technology, along with disassembled components of its HJ1 AI Smart Glasses, at the special exhibition “Extended Reality: Visions of the Future,” currently running at the 米国コンピュータ歴史博物館.
Facts
60 years of innovation
More than 100 devices and documents
Oct. 1, 2026
March 28, 2027
Companies mentioned：Cellid株式会社、Cellid、セリッド、Computer History Museum、コンピュータ歴史博物館、CHM、NEXT PR
Neocareer, a comprehensive human resources services provider, becomes a founding partner of the “北海道地域みらい留学奨学金”; launches a project to jointly develop Hokkaido’s next-generation talent, linking recruitment and human resources development
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一般財団法人地域・教育魅力化プラットフォーム has welcomed 株式会社ネオキャリア as a founding partner of the “北海道地域みらい留学奨学金” and launched a project to jointly develop Hokkaido’s next-generation talent through recruitment and human resources development.
Facts
Announced by this foundation in May 2026
Beginning in April 2027
High schools from 190 schools nationwide are participating
More than 5000 Regional Future Study Abroad students have been produced so far
The number of participating schools has reached 39, the highest nationwide
In fiscal 2026, approximately 200 “地域みらい留学生” from across Japan are enrolling at public high schools in Hokkaido
¥20,000 per month
Up to ¥720,000 over 3 years of high school
Approximately 40 scholarship recipients
Students scheduled to graduate from junior high school in March 2027
Students hoping to attend a participating school in the Regional Mirai Study Abroad program in Hokkaido beginning in April 2027
Applications for this fiscal year closed on Sept. 30, 2026
Revitalizing existing housing stock to create new residential value: “Beyond convention and imagination. GO BEYOND”
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総合地所, サンケイビル and 丸紅都市開発 have published the official website for “（仮称）神戸本山 GO BEYOND マンションプロジェクト,” a whole-building renovation condominium project in Higashinada Ward, Kobe, on Oct. 15, 2026. The project will have 161 units, with completion and move-in scheduled for March 2028.
Horipro Digital supports promotion of local attractions through Fujieda City’s hands-on social media course
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株式会社ホリプロデジタルエンターテインメント executive officer 久保山裕 will teach the “Practical Social Media Course You Can Use Starting Tomorrow,” hosted by Fujieda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, helping participants learn practical skills in video production and social media promotion using soccer as a theme.
Facts
Participants: Approximately 30 residents and employees of local companies, etc. (first come, first served)
Date and time: Oct. 17, 2026 (Saturday), 9:30–14:00
ElevationSpace and SSC Space sign an MoU to explore cooperation on the use of space infrastructure and service development
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ElevationSpace and SSC Space have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore comprehensive cooperation on the use of space infrastructure and service development.
The enduring brilliance of the Vienna Coin Harmony: 3 limited-edition pendant designs to go on sale Nov. 13, 2026
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田中貴金属リテイリング株式会社 will begin selling 3 limited-edition coin jewelry designs made with Vienna Gold Coin Harmony and Platinum Vienna Coin Harmony on Nov. 13, 2026.
What should you review first when your studio apartment investment is in the red? “ワンルーム投資・収支1万円よくする君” launches the “Take-Home Income Improvement Plan Proposal Campaign”
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株式会社フロンティア launched the “Take-Home Income Improvement Plan Proposal Campaign” on Oct. 16, 2026, to help improve the finances of studio apartment investments. In free consultations, it will offer proposals such as reviewing rent, loan terms and management fees, in collaboration with 41 partner companies, including financial institutions and rental management companies.
“キュート！キュート！ベビチッチ”: Babychichi’s first event comes to Tokyo and Osaka!
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The first merchandise event featuring 株式会社セキグチ’s original character “ベビチッチ,” “キュート！キュート！ベビチッチ,” will be held in Tokyo at 松坂屋上野店 and in Osaka at あべのハルカス近鉄本店.
Ragate CEO Ryuyoshi Mashiko appears on 金沢シーサイドFM, discussing the company’s founding and the corporate transformation it aims to achieve through cloud and AI
Online seminar series featuring business development cases at the intersection of the environment and agriculture, connecting producers and companies, to be held for a total of 4 sessions starting October 29 (Thu.)
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株式会社フェイガー will hold a total of 4 online seminars starting October 29, featuring business development cases at the intersection of the environment and agriculture. The company creates and sells J-Credits and supports agricultural digital transformation, working with approximately 5,000 producers in 39 prefectures nationwide.
フォルスタージャパン launches the “FJE-114GSL(SB)” wine cellar with adjustable color and brightness, offering 3 colors × 3 levels
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株式会社フィラディス will launch the new “FJE-114GSL(SB)” model from its wine cellar brand フォルスタージャパン on October 19, 2026. The model features color- and brightness-adjustable LEDs with 3 colors × 3 levels, as well as external temperature, water level and door sensors.
Facts
On sale October 19, 2026 (Mon.)
Color- and brightness-adjustable LEDs with 3 colors × 3 levels
ビーウィズ to exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo”
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ビーウィズ株式会社 will exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo,” held on November 12 and 13, 2026, featuring live demonstrations of its cloud PBX “Omnia LINK” and AI agent platform, among other products, and taking part in a seminar.
Nanami Fujiwara of パナソニック デジタル株式会社 spoke at “JEDAI in Osaka 2026 新秋,” hosted by Databricks Japan in Osaka on September 18, 2026, and presented efforts to expand forecasting capabilities using the Data+AI platform.
Top 5 most desirable areas to live in Sumida Ward [Results announced]
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A survey on desirable places to live in Sumida Ward conducted by 株式会社フィリアコーポレーション found Kinshicho in first place, Oshiage in second, Ryogoku in third, Hikifune in fourth and Kikukawa in fifth.
[SIENAROSE] A long-awaited necklace in “Roseten,” a distinctive nuanced gold that melts into the skin. A collaboration novelty fair with art director Asuka Wakita will also be held.
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Jewelry brand SIENA ROSE will launch a long-awaited new necklace made with its signature material “Roseten” on October 16, 2026. A collaboration novelty fair with art director Asuka Wakita will also be held.
Volkswagen Group Japan adopts アイ・グリッド’s “Circular Electricity”
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アイ・グリッド・ソリューションズ has partnered with Volkswagen Group Japan to begin supplying renewable electricity through an off-site PPA at VGJ’s Toyohashi site from September 1.
Facts
Planned annual supply: approximately 4.6 GWh
Renewable energy share at eligible facilities: 100%
Releases AED awareness video featuring Japan rugby team players
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セコム株式会社 has released an AED awareness video featuring Japan rugby team players in cooperation with 日本ラグビーフットボール協会. Cumulative AED sales have exceeded 400,000 units, and the devices have helped save more than 4,000 lives.
Facts
Cumulative sales have exceeded 400,000 units
The cumulative number of lives saved using Secom AEDs exceeds 4,000
Approximately 90,000 people a year are transported by ambulance after suffering cardiac arrest※1
It is said to rise to as much as 17 times the resting level※2
[Nikken Total Sourcing] Due to popular demand, the archived webinar “Improving Employee Retention by 20%! Strategies for Retaining Talent, Even More Important as the Workforce Shrinks” will be available for a limited time starting Oct. 21
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Nikken Total Sourcing will make the archived version of its free webinar “Improving Employee Retention by 20%! Strategies for Retaining Talent, Even More Important as the Workforce Shrinks” available for 3 days starting Oct. 21, 2026.
One headset, all day, anywhere. Razer announces Barracuda V2 Pro
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Razer has announced the premium wireless gaming headset “Razer Barracuda V2 Pro,” featuring up to 70 hours of battery life, simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, and support for THX Spatial Audio+. It is scheduled to go on sale in Japan in October for 35,480 yen, tax included.
Facts
Oct. 15, 2026
40 mm drivers
Up to 70 hours of battery life
Weighs just 285g
35,480 yen, tax included
Companies mentioned：Razer Japan株式会社、Razer、Razer Inc.
“AI MODEL Plan” for the “DS Chatbot,” where AI avatars provide customer service 24 hours a day, launches dedicated page for construction companies and builders
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株式会社ディーエスブランド has launched a dedicated page for construction companies and builders for the “AI MODEL Plan,” a premium option for its “DS Chatbot,” which provides automated customer service on websites 24 hours a day.
Facts
Automated customer service 24 hours a day
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
More than 40,000 licenses implemented cumulatively
[New release | Surprisingly small, with noise cancellation and long playback] “JBuds Mini ANC” mini earbuds with a carabiner pack in a wealth of features
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JLab Japan株式会社 will begin selling the “JBuds Mini ANC,” fully wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, for 8,980 yen starting Oct. 16, 2026. The product features a compact charging case with a carabiner and offers up to 25 hours of playback.
What kind of talent will companies seek to hire in the age of AI? From “practical use of AI” to “combining it with expertise, problem-solving and creativity”
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According to a survey conducted by アクシスコンサルティング株式会社, companies hiring in the age of AI are increasingly likely to value a combination of abilities, such as “AI and creativity” and “AI and problem-solving skills,” in addition to “the ability to use AI in practical work.” In addition, 68.3% of companies check candidates’ AI experience and skills during hiring.
Creating workplaces where medical and care workers can build long careers. A 7-month trial involving 30 employees conducted at 大野浦病院
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株式会社りらいぶ conducted a trial of its functional “Relive Shirt” with 30 medical and care workers at 大野浦病院, confirming changes including increased frequency of wear and reduced external maintenance costs.
Work backward from your acceptance goal. Master university entrance exams with a “strategy.” E-book “Is Strategy 90% of University Entrance Exams!?” distills 第一ゼミナールグループ「コベセン」’s instructional expertise
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株式会社ウィザス will release the e-book “Is Strategy 90% of University Entrance Exams!?” on the Amazon Kindleストア on Oct. 16, 2026. The book distills 第一ゼミナールグループ「コベセン」’s university entrance exam preparation expertise, and a limited-time promotional campaign will offer it for 99 yen (tax included).
Phil Company Group to hold “NAKANO NEW FACE MARKET,” an entrepreneurship experience event for middle and high school students, as part of Nakano Ward’s “Entrepreneurship Education Promotion Project”
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Phil Innovation Lab, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社フィル・カンパニー, will hold “NAKANO NEW FACE MARKET,” an entrepreneurship experience event for middle and high school students, as a commissioned project for Nakano Ward, Tokyo. Students will experience everything from planning to sales using a trailer-house shop operated by YADOKARI株式会社.
Online seminar on “Creating and Using Control Plans” in compliance with IATF 16949
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アイアール技術者教育研究所 will hold an online seminar on creating and using control plans in compliance with IATF 16949 on Jan. 22, 2027. The participation fee is 29,700 yen.
Automotive industry marketing AI employee “cars MANAGER” launches “cars WASH,” a smart car-washing option that creates new customer touchpoints
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cars株式会社 has launched “cars WASH,” a smart car-washing service that creates new customer touchpoints, as an option for its automotive industry marketing AI employee “cars MANAGER.”
リコーブラックラムズ東京 announces new official partnership agreement with 株式会社明電舎
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株式会社明電舎 and リコーブラックラムズ東京 have signed an official partnership agreement. Advertising boards will be displayed at BlackRams Tokyo home games during “NTT JAPAN RUGBY LEAGUE ONE 2026-27,” which kicks off in December 2026.
The 2nd collection of “BREEZY CATS,” the original characters from children’s clothing brand BREEZE! Items featuring 5 cats for the whole family to enjoy!
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The 2nd collection featuring “BREEZY CATS,” original characters from the kids’ brand “BREEZE” operated by 株式会社F・O・インターナショナル, will go on sale starting Oct. 15, 2026.
The first collaboration with popular plush-toy artist “ICCHI (イッチ―),” a sensation on social media, arrives from children’s clothing brand “アプレ レ クール”! Don’t miss this special collection, a first for kids’ apparel!
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Kids’ brand “アプレ レ クール” from 株式会社F・O・インターナショナル will release its first collaborative items with plush-toy artist ICCHI, who has attracted attention on social media, starting Oct. 17, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Tuesday, October 20
¥2,970 (tax included).
2,310 yen including tax
¥1,760 including tax
3,300 yen (tax included)
Approximately 60 stores nationwide
20th anniversary
Companies mentioned：株式会社F・O・インターナショナル、アプレ レ クール、apres les cours、F.O.Online Store
Additional sessions and program details announced for “Gamification Conference QUEST’26,” to be held Nov. 18!
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株式会社セガ エックスディー announced additional sessions and details of experiential content for “Gamification Conference QUEST’26,” to be held on Nov. 18, 2026, and opened registration.
Are people more productive working remotely? For “work efficiency,” among people in their 30s, “remote work is better” was more than 2 times as common as “working in the office is better”
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A survey by テレリモ総研, operated by 株式会社LASSIC, compared remote-work days and office days among 1,007 people with remote-work experience. Responses saying remote-work days were better for “ability to concentrate on work” and “work efficiency” outnumbered those favoring office days. In particular, among people in their 30s, responses saying remote-work days were better for “work efficiency” (44.9%) exceeded those favoring office days (22.2%) by more than 2 times. Meanwhile, more respondents said office days were better for “the quality of team communication” and “team cohesion,” but the share saying remote-work days were better rose among younger age groups.
Facts
1,007 working people
Work efficiency... highest among people in their 30s at 44.9%
22.2% said office days were better
Quality of team communication... 6.3% among people in their 60s
“2nd LFP+ National Seminar, Business Meeting and Consultation Session” to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 4, in response to agricultural, forestry and fisheries support outlined in the government’s “Regional Future Strategy”
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株式会社船井総合研究所 has been commissioned to run the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries’ “Regional Food System Development and Collaboration Promotion Platform (LFP+)” project and will hold the “2nd LFP+ National Seminar, Business Meeting and Consultation Session” at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu on Nov. 4.
【Kintetsu Department Store】Experience 30 years in the history of game company サイバーコネクトツー! “サイバーコネクトツー Exhibition” to be held in sequence at Kintetsu Department Store Wakayama, Kintetsu Department Store Nara and Kintetsu Department Store Yokkaichi
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株式会社近鉄百貨店 will hold the “サイバーコネクトツー Exhibition” in sequence at 3 locations—its Wakayama, Nara and Yokkaichi stores—to mark the 30th anniversary of game company サイバーコネクトツー.
Facts
30th anniversary
3 Kintetsu Department Store locations
17 types in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社近鉄百貨店、サイバーコネクトツー、株式会社ゲート、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、BANDAI、CAPCOM
Academic-conference-style reverse-recruiting event “外資就活Conference” to be held on Nov. 4, bringing science and engineering graduate students together with companies to present their research
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株式会社ハウテレビジョン will hold “外資就活Conference,” an academic-conference-style reverse-recruiting event for science and engineering graduate students, at Osaki Bright Core Hall on Nov. 4, 2026.
A large-capacity 200g tube of 『ママ＆キッズ ベビーミルキークリーム』 is here! Pre-launch at all アカチャンホンポ stores from Friday, Oct. 23. Available at the ナチュラルサイエンス official online shop and directly operated stores from Dec. 4
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株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス will launch a large-capacity 200g tube of Baby Milky Cream from the gentle skincare brand “ママ＆キッズ” ahead of general release at all アカチャンホンポ stores and online shops starting Oct. 23, and will sell it through its official online shop and directly operated stores from Dec. 4 of the same year.
Table Tool, accessories made to use with HEGE, the direct-flame-safe tableware, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 16.
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The “Rice Measure Cup,” “棕櫚鍋敷き” and “棕櫚キッチンブラシ,” accessories designed for 日東電化工業株式会社’s direct-flame-safe tableware HEGE, as well as the “Table Tools Set,” will go on sale Oct. 16, 2026.
アルマーニ ビューティ’s legendary liquid lipstick gets a major evolution after 13 years. New “リップ マエストロ N” launches nationwide
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アルマーニ ビューティ has completely revamped “リップ マエストロ,” launched in 2011, and will launch the next-generation liquid matte lipstick “リップ マエストロ N” nationwide on Oct. 16, 2026. It is priced at ¥6,710 each (tax included), has a capacity of 6.5mL and comes in 11 shades. The packaging has been upgraded to a glass bottle and uses more than 70% recycled materials.
フォルクスワーゲン グループ becomes the first Japanese subsidiary of a foreign-affiliated company to adopt アイ・グリッド’s “circular electricity,” beginning the introduction of renewable-energy-derived power at its Toyohashi headquarters
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フォルクスワーゲン グループ ジャパン has begun introducing “circular electricity” at its Toyohashi headquarters and Toyohashi Import Center in collaboration with アイ・グリッド・ソリューションズ. It is the first Japanese subsidiary of a foreign-affiliated company to adopt the service.
Facts
Supply begins: Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
Planned annual supply: approximately 4.6 GWh
Renewable energy share at eligible facilities: 100%
株式会社リコー will exhibit at “Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™ 2026,” held at Pacifico Yokohama North from Nov. 4 to 6, 2026, and take part in 3 sessions on workplace strategy using AI and frontline capabilities.
Facts
Original2026年11月4日（水）から6日（金）の3日間
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026 / 15:15 - 15:45
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 / 11:00 - 11:30
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 / 16:00 - 16:45
Attended by more than 20,000 CIOs and IT leaders worldwide each year
アスカネット to exhibit at children’s experiential event “ATC Robot Street 2026”
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株式会社アスカネット will exhibit at the children’s experiential event “ATC Robot Street 2026,” to be held at ATC in Osaka’s Nanko area on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026, presenting its proprietary ASKA3D aerial display technology.
How do you defend in order to go on the offensive? “AI All Stars 2026 PREMIER” to be held on Nov. 13
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株式会社SHIFT will hold the paid in-person event “AI All Stars 2026 PREMIER” at SHIFT headquarters on Nov. 13, 2026, sharing practical knowledge on AI governance and security.
【Held Oct. 22】Using LINE in the staffing industry | A roadmap for using LINE to increase applications and interview rates
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株式会社ソーシャルPLUS will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 22, 2026, about a roadmap for using LINE in the staffing industry. It will present case studies showing an approximately 7-fold increase in applications and improvements in interview booking rates, and explain effective ways to manage LINE Official Accounts.
Facts
Oct. 22, 2026
5-stage roadmap
Applications through LINE increased approximately 7-fold
The interview booking rate improved from approximately 69% to approximately 82%
The interview booking rate improved by approximately 13 percentage points