AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-16 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 4 of 12https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 982 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 120 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en From an extraordinarily expensive “170 million yen piece of jewelry” to an exceptionally rare Ammolite pendant: A gathering of everything in the jewelry business, including jewelry, materials, tools and the much-talked-about “live sales” formathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399472Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESRX Japan合同会社 will hold the 14th International Jewellery Tokyo Autumn at Pacifico Yokohama from October 28 to 30, 2026. One of Japan’s largest jewelry exhibitions, it will feature 390 exhibitors and showcase live sales and a range of distribution channels. 【フジテレビ】本田真凜／宇野昌磨組がアイスダンスデビュー戦へ！ 「全日本ノービス選手権」「東日本選手権・アイスダンス予選会」「西日本選手権・ペア予選会」の３大会をFODでLIVE配信決定！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399471Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFOD, the video streaming service operated by フジテレビ, announced that it will LIVE stream 3 figure skating competitions: the “All Japan Novice Championships,” “East Japan Championships and Ice Dance Qualifier,” and “West Japan Championships and Pairs Qualifier.” A particular highlight will be the ice dance debut of Marin Honda and Shoma Uno. フリュー launches melffy, a new figure brand! The first release is Hatsune Miku, newly illustrated by クノオhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399470Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESフリュー株式会社 is launching melffy, a new brand of prize figures, with its first release, Hatsune Miku, newly illustrated by クノオ, scheduled for October. Asahi Shimbun Comment Plus welcomes 12 new experts and strengthens its partnership with theLetterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399469Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社朝日新聞社 has added 12 new commentators to Comment Plus, its digital edition’s expert comment section, bringing the total to 111. It has also strengthened its partnership with theLetter, with several experts publishing newsletters. A food festival exploring a Well-being future for people and the planet through food: World Chef King Summit 2026 to be held November 29https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399467Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パソナグループ will hold World Chef King Summit 2026 in Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 29. As part of Awaji Well-being Week 2026, the event will feature the Youth Chef King cooking competition and Tsunagaru Marche. Through a student cooking competition and booths by local farmers and producers, it aims to help realize a Well-being society through food. [リゾナーレ小浜島] Santa arrives from the sea in tropical kariyushi attire! Island Christmas event to be held on a remote Okinawan islandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399466Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES星野リゾート’s リゾナーレ小浜島 will hold Island Christmas from December 1 to 25, 2026. Events will include Santa arriving from the sea in kariyushi clothing, a special dinner and illuminated lanterns. FAMIMA CAFÉ cups and accessories win the 2026 Good Design Award! Their evolution into an intuitive, easy-to-use design earns recognition—Premium Mocha, made with Ethiopian beans to support producing regions, surpasses 1.5 million cups soldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399465Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート announced that FAMIMA CAFÉ cups and accessories have won the 2026 Good Design Award. Cumulative sales of Premium Mocha, made with Ethiopian beans, have also surpassed 1.5 million cups, and a commemorative campaign is underway. 【ホテルメトロポリタン】数量限定！人気の「Suicaのペンギン シーズンケーキ」テイスト変更＆ホリデーシーズンを彩る華やかなケーキを販売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399464Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESホテルメトロポリタンは、2026年12月1日より「Suicaのペンギン シーズンケーキ」を冬期限定テイストに変更して販売するとともに、ホリデーシーズンを彩る限定ケーキ4種類を発売する。 The Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival will be broadcast live exclusively again this year! An immersive “autumn fireworks” display lighting up Osaka’s night sky. Fireworks synchronized with the festival’s signature music are spectacular! Don’t miss the magnificent blooms created with all the fireworks artists’ passion!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399460Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESテレビ大阪は「なにわ淀川花火大会」の生中継を2026年10月17日に放送し、YouTubeでも配信する。昨年の視聴率は個人7.1％で在阪局1位だった。 THE SEASON OF LIGHT A special holiday gift from Narciso Rodriguez, bright with radiance.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399455Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESナルシソ ロドリゲス パルファム will launch its limited-quantity holiday collection on Nov. 18, 2026. The theme is “THE SEASON OF LIGHT.” The collection features 3 gift sets and will be available at Shiseido Ginza Flagship Store and through the official online store, among other outlets. 【More than 30,000 sold to date】mysty woman to launch a special webpage for its “Ice Cream Knit” on Oct. 16 (Fri.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399454Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アダストリア’s mysty woman will launch a special webpage for its “Ice Cream Knit,” which has sold more than 30,000 units to date, on Oct. 16, 2026. 【First essay collection by Gaku of Matenrou Jessica】Comments from film director Rikiya Imaizumi arrive for “Everything Scares Me Except Manju” (on sale Oct. 28)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399452Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe first essay collection by Gaku of comedy duo Matenrou Jessica, “Everything Scares Me Except Manju,” will be published by 新潮社 on Oct. 28. A supportive comment from film director Rikiya Imaizumi has arrived. PARCO corporate message “SPECIAL IN YOU.” — 27th installment, featuring MES, now released!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399450Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パルコ has tapped artist duo MES for the 27th installment of its “SPECIAL IN YOU.” campaign, filming the campaign on Jogashima Island in Kanagawa Prefecture. MES’s solo exhibition “RE-I” will also run at PARCO MUSEUM TOKYO starting Oct. 24, alongside related events. Brighten Nagoya’s Christmas Eve. Reservations open for the 2026 Christmas menu featuring 5 cakes inspired by a snowy winter forest, roast chicken made with fully matured Nagoya Cochin, and other dishes using ingredients from Aichi!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399449https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399449Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES名古屋東急ホテルは、愛知の食材を使用した2026年のクリスマスメニュー（ケーキ5種、ローストチキン2種）の予約受付を10月16日より開始する。 Shopping behavior in the generative AI era [GMO NIKKO survey]: About 1 in 3 people turn to generative AI as their “first step” in gathering information when considering products and serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399447https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399447Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by GMO NIKKO株式会社 found that about 1 in 3 people choose generative AI as their “first step” in gathering information when considering products and services, revealing that generative AI is becoming a new starting point for shopping. Appointment of 2 new official evangelists announced ～Experts in supply chain management reform and AI and data utilization take up the roles～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399446https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399446Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESパナソニック コネクトは、サプライチェーンマネジメント改革とAI・データ活用のエキスパートである勝川宏明氏と渡邉勇太氏の2名を、2026年10月より新たに公式エバンジェリストとして就任させたと発表した。 Band score featuring songs from the anime “BanG Dream! Yume∞Mita” now on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399442Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リットーミュージック released an official band score featuring songs from the anime “BanG Dream! Yume∞Mita” on Oct. 16, 2026. DIANA Bunko’s “The Cold-Shouldered Marquis’s Daughter, Playing the Villainess, Is Completely Won Over by the Blackhearted Crown Prince’s Overwhelming Love” goes on sale Oct. 16, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399441Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ICE will release “The Cold-Shouldered Marquis’s Daughter, Playing the Villainess, Is Completely Won Over by the Blackhearted Crown Prince’s Overwhelming Love,” a romance novel by Yurine Asahi, under the DIANA Bunko imprint on Oct. 16, 2026. Publication of the first book dedicated to MCP security: “Practical MCP Security: A Safe Operations Guide to Model Context Protocol in the AI Agent Era”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399440https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399440Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インプレス has published the first book dedicated to MCP security, “Practical MCP Security: A Safe Operations Guide to Model Context Protocol in the AI Agent Era,” through インプレス NextPublishing. Written by Ken Imoto, it is priced at 1,400 yen for the e-book edition and 2,000 yen for the print edition. POP UP SHOP for Maniani World, the “Kowaii” monsters that blend scariness and cuteness, coming to ハンズ stores!! New products featuring original Halloween illustrations will be on sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399439https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399439Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フロンティアワークス will hold a POP UP SHOP at ハンズ Shibuya and Shinjuku stores from Oct. 20 to 31, 2026, offering advance sales of Halloween-exclusive merchandise featuring Maniani’s “Kowaii” characters, Maniani World. [From end-of-life care to farewells: Practical examples of support for continuing to live at home also presented] 13th Care Quality Improvement Conference heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399436https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399436Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社学研ココファン held its 13th Care Quality Improvement Conference at the Gakken headquarters building on Sept. 17, 2026, presenting 6 practical examples of community-based integrated care and support for continuing to live at home. The top 3 examples received awards, and a panel discussion was also held. A big hit with kids who love vehicles! A new magnetic book lets you play anytime, anywhere with the characters from Tayo the Little Bushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399435Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, released the magnetic book Tayo the Little Bus: Exciting Magnetic Book, featuring characters from the Korean animated series Tayo the Little Bus, on Oct. 8, 2026. Following the revival of Gakken Learning for the first time in 16 years, a new series, Gakken Science and Learning Play, is born! The first installment is a giant Tyrannosaurus skeleton modelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399434https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399434Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, began taking pre-orders on Oct. 16, 2026, for the first installment in its new Gakken Science and Learning Play series: a giant Tyrannosaurus skeleton model with a life-size poster. 学研ココファン, NEUSOFT Japan and Neucare Health Technology form strategic partnership on care DX and caregiver developmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399433Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 3 companies, 学研ココファン, NEUSOFT Japan and Neucare Health Technology, signed a basic agreement on a strategic partnership for care DX and workforce development on Oct. 15, 2026. New MOOK from the Pan Dorobo picture-book series set for release on 12/16, comes with a plush pouch pass case featuring the “yuck” facehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399427Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will release a MOOK with a plush pouch pass case from the Pan Dorobo picture-book series on Dec. 16, 2026. A birthday book is also scheduled for release on the same day. 2026 Asian Print Awardsにて、奥村印刷株式会社の『外箱型紙食器「beakx」』が「Best in digital」を受賞 ― アジア最高峰のアワードで技術力が世界的に評価 ―https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399174Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:59:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES奥村印刷株式会社’s outer-box folding paper tableware “beakx” won “Best in digital” at the 2026 Asian Print Awards, held in Shanghai, China, on Oct. 15, 2026. 【東京ネイルエキスポ2026】プラスディー株式会社が「ANNPRO」「D.nail」「'ohana」「DWME」の4ブランドを集結させて出展！最新コレクション先行販売や限定イベントを開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399176Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:58:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESプラスディー株式会社 will exhibit at Tokyo Nail Expo 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight on Nov. 22 and 23, 2026, showcasing the latest collections from its 4 brands—“ANNPRO,” “D.nail,” “'ohana” and “DWME”—and holding special events. BLUETTI makes its first appearance at Amazon’s “Overseas High-Tech Home Appliance Festival”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399175Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:58:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESBLUETTI JAPAN株式会社 will make its first appearance at the “Overseas High-Tech Home Appliance Festival,” hosted by Amazon and held at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya from Oct. 16, 2026, showcasing portable power stations for the Japanese market, including the AORA series. [Event report] “Women’s soccer sponsorship: From support to business co-creation”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399177Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:57:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESスカイライト コンサルティング株式会社 and the Japan Football Association (JFA) held a seminar for businesses on Sept. 18, 2026, on the theme “Women’s soccer sponsorship: From support to business co-creation,” discussing JFA’s growth strategy, trends in overseas markets and partnership examples. [Starting today!] Sauna moves from a “boom” to everyday life. “Still Curious About Saunas and Public Baths” opens at 有隣堂アトレ恵比寿店https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399178Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:55:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社XYOU will hold a pop-up event, “Still Curious About Saunas and Public Baths,” centered on Poolyssauna, a lifestyle brand featuring saunas and frogs, at 有隣堂アトレ恵比寿店 from Oct. 16 to Nov. 5, 2026. Business-focused “Notebook AI” set to support audio fileshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399179Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:55:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナレッジセンス plans to add a feature to the Notebook function of its business-focused AI agent, ChatSense, that imports audio files such as meeting recordings, transcribes them and uses the transcripts to answer questions with AI. Lock it from the outside in 1 second while stacked! Folding container with “Assist Lock” wins the 2026 Good Design Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399180Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:54:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES岐阜プラスチック工業株式会社’s folding container with “Assist Lock” won the 2026 Good Design Award. It was recognized for enabling a 1-second locking operation from the outside while containers are stacked, reducing workload and improving safety at logistics sites. 【なでしこリーグ】なでしこリーグを観に行こう！【スペランツァ大阪】第22節10月25日(日)＠J-GREEN堺S1メインフィールド（大阪府）「集客注力試合」を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399181Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:53:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESスペランツァ大阪 will play 南葛ＳＣＷＩＮＧＳ in Round 22 of the Nadeshiko League at J-GREEN Sakai on Oct. 25, 2026. The match is an “attendance drive match,” with events including an invitation for Osaka Prefecture residents and Kawachinagano City Residents’ Day. The team will also launch the “2,000-person project,” targeting an attendance of 2,000. Calligraphy experience at Yokohama City Iwama Civic Plaza’s Iwama Open Dayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399182Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:53:46 +0900JapanPR TIMESA calligraphy experience event will be held at Yokohama City Iwama Civic Plaza on Nov. 14, 2026. The instructor is 榎本大城. The participation fee is ¥200. Co-authored paper on reviewing requirements specifications with generative AI accepted at an international conferencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399183Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:53:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESA co-authored paper on research into generative AI-assisted requirements definition document reviews, conducted jointly by 株式会社オービーシステム and Osaka University, has been accepted for the international conference APSEC 2026. —Diners Club’s support for arts and culture— Sponsorship of the Tokyo MINATO CITY International Music Competition & Workshop for 3 consecutive years; fierce competition in the piano category in 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399184Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:52:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井住友トラストクラブ株式会社 held the 2026 piano category final and awards ceremony for the Tokyo MINATO CITY International Music Competition & Workshop, which it has sponsored for 3 consecutive years since 2024. Wang Guangbin won first place. The company also introduced its arts and culture support activities, including the launch of a new Diners Club Gold Card and sponsorship of an art competition. Pipedrive wins “Leader” in the CRM tools overall category and the SFA tools small and midsize business category at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399185Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:50:33 +0900JapanPR TIMESPipedrive won “Leader” in the CRM tools overall category and the SFA tools small and midsize business category at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall. 株式会社Mer announced the award details. Akasaka rooftop venue “PACHA CRAFT BEER TACOS” celebrates its 1st anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399186Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:47:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESAkasaka rooftop restaurant “PACHA CRAFT BEER TACOS” will celebrate its 1st anniversary on October 29, 2026. It serves 14 taps of domestic craft beer and classic Mexico City-style tacos, and aims to introduce a menu featuring seasonal Japanese ingredients in its 2nd year. “Omurice Land,” backed by 少数株ドットコム, begins operations at “Japanese Food Hub,” a Japanese food complex in Tbilisi, Georgiahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3399187Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:45:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESOmurice Land, backed by 少数株ドットコム, opened and began operations on September 7, 2026, inside “Japanese Food Hub,” a Japanese food complex in Tbilisi, Georgia. [Trailer released] An moving experience from your own special seat. The trailer and stills from the 1st production, “Così fan tutte,” released all at once‼ Celebrity messages of support also arrive to mark the 20th anniversary of “MET Live Viewing 2026‐27”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398887https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398887Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:44:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe trailer for the MET Live Viewing 2026-27 season and stills from its 1st production, “Così fan tutte,” have been released, along with messages of support from celebrities to mark the 20th anniversary. Opt wins country award “Breakthrough Partner” at “Amazon Ads Partner Awards 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398888https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398888Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:43:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オプト, which leads clients’ business growth through its LTVM-focused approach, won the Japan country award “Breakthrough Partner” at “Amazon Ads Partner Awards 2026,” organized by Amazon Ads. Upcycling workwear into stylish, functional clothing! “Noragi Fashion Show” to be held in 亀岡市, Kyoto Prefecture, on Sunday, November 1!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398889https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398889Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:42:47 +0900JapanPR TIMES亀岡市, Kyoto Prefecture, will hold “KAME WALK,” a fashion show presenting functional noragi workwear upcycled from used clothing and environmentally conscious materials, at “Kameoka Agri Festa 2026” on November 1, 2026. An exhibition introducing the production process is also being held at Kameoka City Hall through November 26. A machined G10 bumper designed to minimize impact on radio signals. “CLEAVE G10 Bumper CHRONO for Xperia 1 VIII,” certified “Made for Xperia,” to launch in late Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398890Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:42:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESディーフ株式会社 will begin presales in late October 2026 of “CLEAVE G10 Bumper CHRONO for Xperia 1 VIII,” a bumper designed for Sony’s “Xperia 1 VIII” smartphone. The price is 11,980 yen (tax included). The product uses lightweight G10 material that has minimal impact on radio signals and is certified “Made for Xperia.” A hit on social media for being too cute! The “Dog Day” campaign returns this year! The 2026 “PEANUTS” collaboration features 15 items, including sweets and tea! “Enjoy Fall with Snoopy at FamilyMart” begins Tuesday, October 20!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398891Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:41:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート will roll out its “Enjoy Fall with Snoopy at FamilyMart” collaboration campaign with “PEANUTS” at approximately 16,500 stores nationwide starting October 20, 2026. In addition to 15 collaboration products, including sweets and tea, the campaign will feature a stamp promotion using the “Famipay” app and distribution of limited-edition goods. [For job seekers interested in startups] Applications open for participants in “INNOVATION JOB FAIR ～STARTUP DAY AICHI～,” a career and job-change event held at STATION Aihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398892Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:41:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTATION Ai株式会社 began accepting applications on October 16, 2026, for “INNOVATION JOB FAIR ～STARTUP DAY AICHI～,” a career and job-change event focused on startups and organized by Aichi Prefecture. The event will be held in Nagoya on January 16, 2027, with 20 startups exhibiting and conducting interviews and pitches. Changes to the あおぞら銀行 BANK online deposit account opening servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398895Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESあおぞら銀行 will change the identity verification method for its “Aozora Bank BANK Deposit Account Online Opening Service” to the Public Personal Authentication Service (JPKI) starting October 29, 2026, and discontinue the previous method of photographing a photo ID. The change is being made to comply with the revised Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds. セイコーエプソン adopts Quollio’s data intelligence platform to build a “data semantic foundation” for AI usehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398894Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESセイコーエプソン announced that it has adopted Quollio’s data intelligence platform “QDIC” to build a “data semantic foundation” for AI use. [Event marking the publication of “Living Alone at 84: A Practicing Female Doctor”] Author and practicing physician Keiko Amano and Reiko Kazuki talk about “truly making the most of life’s later years.” Event to be held on November 13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398893Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn event marking the publication of “Living Alone at 84: A Practicing Female Doctor,” published by 株式会社世界文化社, will be held on November 13, 2026. Author Keiko Amano and rehabilitation makeup artist Reiko Kazuki will take part in a discussion and demonstration on “truly making the most of life’s later years.” [Namie Town, 福島県] Namie Town joins the “1% Hydrogen Procurement Declaration” promoted by 一般社団法人水素バリューチェーン推進協議会!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398896Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:39:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESNamie Town, 福島県, has joined the “1% Hydrogen Procurement Declaration” promoted by 一般社団法人水素バリューチェーン推進協議会, pledging, among other things, to increase the share of pure hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in its fleet of official vehicles to 5%. Application documents for partner recruitment agencies are incomplete in 70% of cases. Are AI-generated resumes and work histories being submitted “without any checks”? — JOB PALETTE releases October 2026 management reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398897Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:39:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社JOB PALETTE released its October 2026 management report, stating that the rate of incomplete application documents from partner recruitment agencies had worsened from 40% to 70%. The company suspects that unchecked submissions of AI-generated documents are a factor, and emphasizes the importance of human review and deploying inside sales staff to improve conversion rates. JOB PALETTE 靴のヒラキ × popular influencer “natsumi” launch their third collaboration! 7 kids’ items in fall and winter colorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398898Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:36:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESヒラキ株式会社 began selling 7 kids’ items in fall and winter colors in its third collaboration with influencer “natsumi,” available through its official online shop starting October 16. “Tours on October 31 and November 7; reservations now open” One-night, two-day retreat tour combining the all-detached “Shirogane no Mori” and “Kikuchi Valley wellness tourism” (eligible for the Kumamoto recovery support discount)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398899Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:35:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人菊池観光協会 has opened reservations for a one-night, two-day retreat tour combining a stay at “Shirogane no Mori,” eligible for the Kumamoto recovery support discount, with wellness tourism in Kikuchi Valley. 成婚カップルの約4割が「県境越え」！遠距離でも交際期間は約4か月と変わらない。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398900Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:34:25 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn analysis by IBJ結婚みらい研究所, covering 9,258 couples who married in 2025, found that 42.5% of couples crossed prefectural borders. It also found that long-distance couples dated for around 4 months, with no regional differences, according to 株式会社IBJ. Applications of low-concentration hydrogen in organ transplantation | Suppressing ischemia-reperfusion injury in osteochondral, liver and lung transplants: 3 papers from MiZ, 北里大学 and 京都大学大学院医学研究科https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398901Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:31:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESMiZ株式会社 introduces 3 papers on protecting transplanted organs with hydrogen, produced through joint research with 北里大学 and 京都大学大学院医学研究科, and offers recommendations on the safety of low-concentration hydrogen inhalation and an evidence-based level of 10 vol%. Personal information leaked from cross-border e-commerce support service “CROS”; 5 checks for reviewing external services and a free consultation desk announcedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398902Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing a personal information leak caused by unauthorized access to “CROS,” a cross-border e-commerce support service operated by ACCESS AP TAIWAN, 株式会社セルフプラス has announced 5 items to check when reviewing external services, as well as a free consultation desk. [Haimurubushi (Kohama Island, Okinawa)] Christmas-exclusive stay plan: Enjoy an exquisite moonlight and starlight bath with Champagnehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398903Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社はいむるぶし will offer “2026 Haimurubushi Moments,” a Christmas-exclusive stay plan in collaboration with ヴーヴ・クリコ, from Dec. 1 to 25, 2026. The plan includes free-flow Champagne and late checkout, and a talk show and fireworks event will be held on Dec. 24 against the backdrop of a supermoon. Kirishima Shuzo’s “Winter Wormgrass Shochu Kin-Kirishima,” which combines authentic sweet-potato shochu with ingredients for maintaining good health, wins the Grand Prix, the top award in the food and beverage category at the 104th Japan Food Selectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398904Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESKirishima Shuzo’s “Winter Wormgrass Shochu Kin-Kirishima” won the Grand Prix in the food and beverage category at the 104th Japan Food Selection. The product, launched in 2007, will mark its 20th anniversary next year and has won an award at the competition for the first time. [Launching today on Makuake] Inner pocket transforms into a sacoche! Viaes (ビアエス) begins presales of its “Smart Travel Backpack for Adults,” designed to make travel more comfortablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398932Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エコマルネット has begun presales on Makuake of the new “VSY-001” backpack from travel goods brand Viaes (ビアエス). Features include an inner pocket that transforms into a sacoche, a large 27L capacity and a built-in rain cover. Instead of hiring marketers and engineers: TAKE A launches “AI Marketing Execution Support,” using AI agents to develop and implement initiatives that boost saleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398931Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAKE A株式会社 has launched “FDE-style AI Marketing Execution Support,” which uses AI agents instead of hiring marketers and engineers. The service offers a free assessment comparing a company with its competitors, then uses AI to build and operate marketing initiatives. [Rin Takanashi featured in NADIA’s 2026AW campaign visuals] 3 new jewelry designs to brighten the holiday seasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398930Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHigh jewelry brand NADIA, operated by 株式会社ナガホリ, has selected Rin Takanashi as the model for its 2026AW campaign visuals and will release 3 new designs featuring untreated blue sapphires and rubies. New rental apartment building Jiyugaoka Muse Square The Residence, part of the Jiyugaoka Station-area redevelopment, offers rents from ¥344,000 per month for a 1LDK to ¥1.2 million per month for the top-floor unit. A room-tour video of a 15th-floor unit has been releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398929Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ライフアドバンス運営の恵比寿不動産が、自由が丘駅前の再開発物件「自由が丘ミューズスクエア ザ レジデンス」の特設サイトを公開し、家賃情報と最上階15階のルームツアー動画を掲載した。 [Survey of 200 people with experience in web-related work] 89.5% have used generative AI for work; understanding business and customer objectives is the most important skill | 株式会社OSIEhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398928Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社OSIEが実施したWeb関連業務経験者200人への調査によると、生成AIの業務利用経験は89.5％に達し、週1回以上利用している割合は80.0％となった。最も重要な能力については、「事業や顧客の目的を理解する力」が最多となった。 First-ever event in the Chubu region! “LaLa 50th Anniversary Original Artwork Exhibition, Nagoya Venue” to open on Jan. 16, 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398927Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店 and BV Communications will hold an original artwork exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of girls’ manga magazine LaLa at 松坂屋名古屋店 in Nagoya from Jan. 16, 2027. From KAMIKA, a brand dedicated to mature hair care, comes a gray hair coloring cream shampoo developed with color care in mind!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398926Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESECH株式会社 will launch “KAMIKA Color Cream Shampoo” on Oct. 16, 2026. The product adds gray hair coloring functionality to a range that has sold more than 4 million units cumulatively, and comes in 2 shades: Rose Brown and Ash Brown. How does the reality of menopause differ from expectations? 440 women in their 40s and 50s with menopause experience share the gap between what they expected and what they experiencedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398925Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウエルネス・ラボは、世界メノポーズデーに向けて40～50代女性440名を対象に更年期に関するアンケート調査を実施。事前認知と実際の経験にギャップがあり、約4割が想像よりつらかったと回答。また、約3割が関係に気づかず不安が長引いたと報告した。 With gratitude on its 100th anniversary! “Kanetetsu Festival 2026” to be held on Nov. 14 (Sat.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398924Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESカネテツデリカフーズ will hold “Kanetetsu Festival 2026,” a free fan event, on its headquarters grounds on Nov. 14, 2026, to mark the company’s 100th anniversary. The program includes a factory tour, free distribution of vegetable fries and the debut of grilled dishes made with “Hobo Tako®,” a plant-based food. [Held Nov. 26 (Thu.)] 2026 Tokio Marine & Nichido Risk Management Seminar: “Geopolitical Risks and Corporate Management”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398923Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京海上日動火災保険株式会社と東京海上ディーアール株式会社は、2026年11月26日にオンラインセミナー「地政学リスクと企業経営」を開催する。定員500名で無料。鈴⽊⼀⼈氏、⼾堂康之氏、和久利浩氏らが登壇し、地政学リスクや経済安全保障について議論する。 Melbourne’s Yaga scores a major win! Receives the Visa One to Watch Award 2026 at The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and Restaurant of the Year at the Good Food Guide Awardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398922Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMelbourne restaurant Yaga has received the Visa One to Watch Award 2026 at The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and the Restaurant of the Year award at the Good Food Guide Awards. [Free, Oct. 30 (Fri.)] Marubun Technical Seminar to be held: “Seminar on ITU-T Standardization Trends in Time Synchronization for the Mobile/Data Center Market”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398921Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES丸文株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 30 explaining the latest trends in ITU-T standardization for the mobile and data center markets. ENEOS to supply 100% synthetic diesel fuel for generators at the Yokohama Marathon 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398920Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESENEOS株式会社 will supply 100% synthetic diesel fuel for generators used at the venue of the Yokohama Marathon 2026, to be held on Oct. 25, 2026. モルフォ、10月21日から23日まで幕張メッセで開催の「Japan IT Week 10月 秋展」に出展https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398919Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社モルフォ will exhibit in the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute booth at Japan IT Week October Autumn 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21 to 23, and present demonstrations of an autonomous spatial imaging system and an indoor autonomous inspection drone measurement service developed through joint research. Accelerating business growth with more than 170 high-quality creative assets, using FinT’s ココクリ to acquire new customers for 三ツ星ファームhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398918Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUsing 株式会社FinT’s creator-matching service, cococre, 株式会社イングリウッド’s frozen meal delivery brand 三ツ星ファーム ran a new customer acquisition campaign. Across 3 campaigns, it generated 171 UGC posts and 5,113,593 views, accelerating business growth. 業界シェアNo.1の採用管理システム『i-web』、Web会議ツールで実施した面接の文字起こしデータを自動連携する 『i-web Link Online』提供開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398917Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヒューマネージは、業界シェアNo.1の採用管理システム『i-web』に、Zoom、Microsoft Teams、Google MeetなどのWeb会議ツールで行ったオンライン面接の文字起こしデータを自動連携する『i-web Link Online』の提供を開始した。 Addition of services eligible for up to 15% rewards with the Lawson Ponta Plus credit cardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398916Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLawson Bank announced that it will add S.RIDE, the taxi-hailing app from S.RIDE株式会社, to the services eligible for up to 15% rewards with the Lawson Ponta Plus credit card, effective Oct. 16, 2026. Free release of the Detailed Guide to the Portrait Icon Maker, for creating portraits and posting them on social media [キャンつく]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398915Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピクルス has released a free guidebook for users of its social media campaign service キャンつく, detailing the portrait icon maker: “Detailed Guide to the Portrait Icon Maker, October 2026 Edition.” 84.8% of calls to decision-makers connect by the 3rd callhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398914Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESヴァンテージマネジメント株式会社 announced the results of a data analysis of its enterprise BDR support service, Keyman Letter. The analysis found that 84.8% of calls to decision-makers connect by the 3rd call, rising to 92.9% by the 5th call. KitchHike representative Masaya Yamamoto named to Forbes JAPAN’s “Culturepreneur 30”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398913Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMasaya Yamamoto, representative director and CEO of 株式会社キッチハイク, has been selected for Forbes JAPAN’s CULTURE-PRENEURS 30 (カルチャープレナー30) 2026. [RHC ロンハーマン] RHC Ron Herman FUNABASHI 1st Anniversary “RHC JAM”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398912Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRHC ロンハーマン’s Funabashi store is celebrating its 1st anniversary with the “RHC JAM 1st TOKYO BAY” event, beginning Oct. 31. The event will feature limited-edition items, brand events with Canada Goose and HOKA, and special cafe menu items. RMK launches a holiday collection that colors the face with captivating euphoria!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398911Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRMK (株式会社エキップ) will launch its 2026 holiday collection, “After Hours Nude.” The first release will be available in limited quantities on October 30, followed by the second release on November 13. The lineup includes makeup kits, nail colors, a base makeup kit, and a skincare kit. Nationwide at last! Kushikatsu Tanaka Wakayama Station Front store opens on Friday, October 23!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398910Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユニシアホールディングス, a subsidiary of 株式会社串カツ田中, will open the Kushikatsu Tanaka Wakayama Station Front store on October 23, 2026, completing its expansion into all 47 prefectures. It has also made online information sessions a regular feature to encourage franchise sign-ups. Hosted by Simeji: A business meetup on how AI is changing the way we work in the age of voice input, to be held at the Google Shibuya office on 10/29, with support from Google Cloudhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398909Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESWith support from Google Cloud, バイドゥ株式会社 will hold the “AI Voice Input Simeji Business Meetup” at the Google Shibuya office on October 29, 2026. The event will discuss AI agents, vibe coding, and AI voice input, including how non-engineers can experience development and the future of work with AI. A katazome collection inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam, created in collaboration with long-established Asakusa shop 本品堂! Available from official Gundam apparel shop STRICT-Ghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398908Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイ will release a katazome collection inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam, created in collaboration with the long-established Asakusa shop 本品堂, through STRICT-G and プレミアムバンダイ. 【オリエンタルホテル広島】愛らしいワンコたちが彩る冬のアフタヌーンティー 『Wan-derful Afternoon Tea ～ワンコたちの冬のティーパーティー～』を販売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398907Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESオリエンタルホテル広島 will serve “Wan-derful Afternoon Tea,” themed around dogs, from December 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027. 【大丸京都店】関西を中心に活躍するプロシャボラー「しゃぼたあわお」のバブルショーも開催！大人も子供も楽しめる、ハロウィンのワクワクがいっぱい！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398906Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES大丸京都店 is holding Halloween events, including a bubble show by professional bubble artist しゃぼたあわお (2 performances, daytime and evening, on October 25), a balloon art show by balloon artist MARIN and a Halloween parade (October 31), and Halloween photo spots. Limited-edition sweets from マールブランシュ, ヴィタメール, アンテノール, モロゾフ, and ゴディバ, as well as goods from ル・クルーゼ and other brands, will also be available. JAF China: Live demonstrations and disaster preparedness activities! A major gathering of working vehicles as JAF roadside assistance technicians showcase their skills to the publichttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398905Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAF中国本部 will hold the “Working Vehicles × Disaster Preparedness × JAF China Headquarters Roadside Assistance Competition” at THE OUTLETS HIROSHIMA on October 24, featuring vehicle displays, disaster preparedness activities, and demonstrations of roadside assistance technicians’ skills. New release: “Complete Scenario Edition: The Last Heroine, Continued—Our Okhotsk”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398784Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:27:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パレード will publish 葉奈美月’s “Complete Scenario Edition: The Last Heroine, Continued—Our Okhotsk” on October 17, 2026. Set 1 year after the previous work, the scenario-style story depicts the nature of Okhotsk and the relationships between its characters. 【ピエール・エルメ・パリ】秋におすすめのサブレ＆チョコレート缶！「リサとガスパール」とのコラボレーションによる新作スイーツを発売中https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398785Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:27:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESピエール・エルメ・パリ has been selling a limited-edition sweets collection created in collaboration with the popular French picture-book characters “Lisa and Gaspard” since October 10. プルーフポイント to acquire Varonis for $6.3 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398786Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:25:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESプルーフポイント has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Varonis for $6.3 billion. The companies plan to combine to form a new company offering a comprehensive AI security platform. 【JAF Nara】Take on the challenge of making Nara’s local cuisine! Hosting “Learn, Make and Savor! Hands-on Persimmon Leaf Sushi-Making Experience” on Nov. 23https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398787Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:23:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAF Nara will host a hands-on persimmon leaf sushi-making event in Nara City on Nov. 23. The participation fee is 1,900 yen for JAF members and 2,000 yen for the general public, with 10 participants sought for each session. Live hands-on session for the health management cloud service “Growbase”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398788Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:21:37 +0900JapanPR TIMESウェルネス・コミュニケーションズ held a live hands-on session for “Growbase” on Oct. 9, 2026, featuring a case study presented by 伊藤忠テクノソリューションズ, hands-on operation of the actual functions, and individual consultations. The survey recorded a satisfaction rate of 90%. 【TAC, School for Professional Qualifications】Online seminar on USCMA (U.S. Certified Management Accountant): “A Surge in Exam Takers! Introducing the USCMA × TAC Course,” to be held Oct. 21 (Wed.) at 19:30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398789Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will hold an online seminar on USCMA (U.S. Certified Management Accountant), which allows candidates to take the exam in Japanese and has seen a sharp increase in candidates, on Oct. 21, 2026. 【Opening in the Tsukiji Redevelopment Area】A large-scale residence becomes a luxury flexible-living property. “KYŌ RESIDENCE 銀座築地” to open in January 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398798https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398798Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Concept K is recruiting residents ahead of the launch of flexible-living operations at “KYŌ RESIDENCE 銀座築地” in early January 2027, in collaboration with domestic institutional investors. 【Held Oct. 19 (Mon.) at 22:00】Before referrals and connections run out: Free webinar on “systematizing customer acquisition,” a step companies that rely on the president’s personal reputation for sales should take nowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398797https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398797Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Astrea will hold a free webinar titled “Before Referrals and Connections Run Out” on Oct. 19, 2026. It will explain the risks of relying on referrals and how to systematize customer acquisition. インターネット・アカデミー begins offering corporate training in Japan on “VC/DID,” technology to combat impersonation and tampering in the AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398796https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398796Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESインターネット・アカデミー株式会社 will begin offering corporate training in Japan in October 2026 on “VC/DID,” digital authentication technology compliant with W3C international standards. 【A new standard for doing business in Okinawa】Do mainland norms not apply? Best-selling author 伊波貢’s 10-part “Okinawa Rules” series now available on これマネ教育DX. A systematic guide to local approaches to opening businesses, hiring and building organizationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398795Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人これからの時代の飲食店マネジメント協会 has published all 10 lectures of “Okinawa Rules” by 伊波貢 on “これマネ教育DX,” a video-based education platform specializing in restaurants. AGBIOTECH to host “Food Earth Museum” at びわ湖大津プリンスホテルhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398794Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAGBIOTECH株式会社 will host “Food Earth Museum” at びわ湖大津プリンスホテル on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026. PBF producers and partner companies will gather for events including a lecture by the 近畿農政局 and a study tour to RedRice自然農園. ohpner handles the third mobility advertising (ad truck) campaign for “DMM GAMES,” adding a new operating base in Shinjukuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398793Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESohpner株式会社 handled the third mobility advertising campaign for “DMM GAMES,” operated by 合同会社EXNOA, and began operating in the Shinjuku area on Oct. 12. 【ウェルネスダイニング】運動会のお弁当、今も昔も「鶏のから揚げ」が1位！52.3％が「最もうれしい」と回答https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398792Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by ウェルネスダイニング株式会社, fried chicken is the most popular side dish in sports day lunches, with 52.3% saying it makes them happiest. When preparing lunches, “getting up early to prepare” was considered the most difficult task by 60.0%. “KIDS FES in WHATAWON,” a children’s event in Kishiwada, Osaka! A family experience event with free admissionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398791Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA family-oriented hands-on event, “KIDS FES in WHATAWON,” will be held on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026, at “WHATAWON,” an entertainment mall in Kishiwada, Osaka, operated by 株式会社antiqua. Admission is free, and activities include making soft-serve ice cream, trying out work as an apparel store clerk, and viewing Self-Defense Forces vehicles. 島根県’s key phrase, “Everyone is someone’s treasure,” appears on milk cartons sold by 3 dairy companies in the prefecture!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-09/index-en-p4.html#n3398790Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES島根県 announced that the key phrase from its prefectural development plan, “Everyone is someone’s treasure,” will appear on milk cartons sold by 3 local dairy companies (島根中酪, 有限会社クボタ牛乳 and 木次乳業) from Oct. 1, Reiwa 8, through Mar. 31, Reiwa 9.