Danish sports brand “hummel” will hold a pop-up store for its fashion line “HUMMEL 00” at LaLaport EXPOCITY through October 25. The theme for the 2026 AW season is “Archives.”
先進モビリティ joins autonomous driving demonstration for shuttle bus connecting Tokyo’s Umi-no-Mori Park and Shinkiba Station
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先進モビリティ株式会社 is participating in the autonomous shuttle bus demonstration between Umi-no-Mori Park and Shinkiba Station, operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, by providing a vehicle developed by the company.
“LLMOチェキ” launches feature to identify topics covered by AI Overview and areas where only competitors are cited as sources
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株式会社Itera has launched features for extracting topics from Google AI Overview and comparing competitor sentiment in its LLMO measurement and improvement tool “LLMOチェキ.”
Facts
Launched on October 13, 2026
4 observation axes: information, comparison, issues and purchasing
According to a 2025 survey by 笹川スポーツ財団, an estimated 520,000 children aged 4–11 participate in hip-hop dance, and the participation rate among girls reached a record high of 12.3%.
【一建設株式会社】New urban detached-home brand “CREVA(クレヴァ)” to go on sale in October 2026
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一建設株式会社 will begin sales of “CREVA(クレヴァ),” a new brand of urban detached homes, in October 2026 in response to changing housing needs in urban areas. Its initial target areas are Tokyo’s 23 wards and eastern Tama, with designs that make use of narrow and irregularly shaped lots and seismic resistance grade 3 as standard.
Paris-born patisserie “L’ATELIER L’ARCHESTE” to open its first location in Tokyo’s Ginza. Grand opening on Monday, October 19, 2026
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Paris-born patisserie “L’ATELIER L’ARCHESTE” will open its first location in Tokyo’s Ginza on October 19, 2026. The brand is created by chef Yoshiaki Ito, whose restaurant has one Michelin star, and offers items including fresh truffle chocolates and cheesecakes. It is operated by Bulles d'eau Co., Ltd.
Facts
One Michelin star
Just 5 months after opening
Chef Yoshiaki Ito opened in Paris, France, in 2016
Price: 4-piece box, from ¥2,900
6-piece box, from ¥4,350
Price: 1/4 slice, from ¥1,200
Whole cake, from ¥4,600
OriginalPause gourmande de luxe(ポーズ・グルマンド・ドゥ・リュクス)|3,600円
【5th location in Saitama Prefecture, 50th nationwide】A place where “life” and “people” connect and everyone can shine as themselves. Rescue dog and cat café “ANELLA CAFE 越谷店” to open on Friday, October 16, 2026
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株式会社ANELLA Group will open “ANELLA CAFE 越谷店” in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture, on October 16, 2026. The rescue dog and cat café will also operate as a Type B continuous employment support facility, becoming its 50th location nationwide and 5th in Saitama Prefecture.
Facts
Friday, October 16, 2026
5th location in Saitama Prefecture
50th location nationwide
Free admission for 30 minutes campaign
General: 1,000 yen per 30 minutes
Elementary school students: 500 yen per 30 minutes
Notice of press conference announcing the launch of the Okinawa Amateur Baseball All-Stars vs. JWL All-Stars, presented by 面白法人カヤック
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株式会社ジャパンリーグ will hold a press conference on October 24 to announce the launch of the “Okinawa Amateur Baseball All-Stars vs. JWL All-Stars,” with 面白法人カヤック as the special title sponsor.
“ぼらマッチ!なごや2026,” an event matching people who want to volunteer with organizations and facilities, will be held at the Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium on November 28. Admission is free.
ナカバヤシ株式会社 will release “ハウスタディ 書いて消せるプリントホルダー,” a study worksheet holder that can be written on and erased with a whiteboard marker, in late October 2026.
Facts
Suggested retail price: ¥350 (¥385 including tax)
Set for sequential nationwide release from late October 2026
Limited to 4 days! Reservations open for “ローカル&インフラツーリズム”〈DAM IN 庄川〉, featuring food, architecture, sound and crafts at autumn-leaf-covered Komaki Dam in Toyama
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関西電力株式会社 and 合同会社星庭 will begin taking reservations on October 16, 2026, for “ローカル&インフラツーリズム”〈DAM IN 庄川〉, held at Komaki Dam in Toyama Prefecture. The 4-day program in November offers 3 experiences—DAY, EVENING and LOCAL—featuring food, architecture, sound and crafts.
ピクニックルーム共同体 selected as a demonstration partner for UR都市機構’s “COやね” model project; plans to open a community hub in Hiyoshi, Yokohama, connecting children and multiple generations
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ピクニックルーム共同体, represented by 株式会社ピクニックルーム, was selected as a demonstration partner for UR都市機構’s “COやね” model project and will open a community hub in Hiyoshi, Yokohama, connecting multiple generations.
Demonstration of a “sensory-focused AI platform” developed in Fukuoka begins. Work is underway to build a generative AI data platform that visualizes sensory qualities such as sweetness and aroma.
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株式会社Circlia, based in Fukuoka City, operates Holland Village Cafe FUKUOKA and the tea-leaf brand Tea by Circlia. It has begun demonstrating “TASTE SIGNAL,” a system that accumulates customers’ sensory evaluation data and uses generative AI to suggest product-development hypotheses. All 100 cookie tins in the advance sale sold out on the same day.
Facts
5 dimensions: sweetness, saltiness, texture, aroma, and aftertaste
Respond on a 4-point scale to “Would you pay for it again?”
All 100 cookie tins sold out on the same day
Companies mentioned:株式会社Circlia、Holland Village Cafe FUKUOKA、Tea by Circlia
Outerplane makes major strides on the 1st anniversary of its transfer! No. 1 on Japan’s Google Play and more than 200,000 pre-registrations!
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株式会社MAJOR9 announced that its in-house-developed visually oriented strategy RPG Outerplane has reached the 1st anniversary of its service transfer and surpassed 200,000 pre-registrations. The game ranked No. 1 in Japan’s Google Play free game popularity rankings and No. 2 in South Korea. An update featuring a new mini-game, skins, and more is scheduled for Oct. 20.
Facts
Pre-registrations surpass 200,000
No. 1 in Japan’s Google Play free game popularity rankings
No. 2 in South Korea
Additional update scheduled for Oct. 20
Companies mentioned:株式会社MAJOR9、Major Nine Co., Ltd.、Google Play
For e-commerce businesses and operations agencies | Latest trends and strategic report on influencer-monitor campaigns under stealth marketing regulations [October 2026 edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released the October 2026 edition of its free strategic report, “Latest Trends and Strategies for Monitor Campaigns,” covering monitor campaigns under stealth marketing regulations. Since the Fair Competition Code notification took effect, the 消費者庁 has issued multiple corrective orders, and compliance with review regulations has become a challenge as the e-commerce market expands.
[ZESDA Newsletter Vol.45 (September 2026)] Your experience can lead to a new challenge. Expand your parallel career with ZESDA
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In its September 2026 newsletter, 特定非営利活動法人ZESDA introduces members’ parallel-career initiatives, including sharing information about the Amami Project, developing and planning to release the “コミュヘル” communication support app, and facilitating a training session for 農林水産省. The newsletter also reports on activities including a 15th anniversary forum and various seminars, completion of a promotional video for the Aqua Repure Project, a published comment in 岩手日報, and the start of lectures at 明治大学.
Facts
September 15
Mid-October
Dec. 4
15th anniversary forum
Nov. 29
Vol.17
Sept. 16
October 2
Vol.18
Oct. 17
150th anniversary
50 people
All 14 sessions
12 times
127 people
2008
2025
September 29
Companies mentioned:特定非営利活動法人 ZESDA、日本経済システムデザイン研究会、NEOTERRAIN JOURNAL、Google Play、農林水産省、関東農政局、明治大学、Tokyo Innovation Base、TiB、SRI International、Renaissance Philanthropy、KGホールディングス、岩手日報、岩手日報社、Japan House
[クレアール Labor and Social Security Attorney Course] “Huge Discount Campaign” underway for high scorers!
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株式会社クレアール is offering a special tuition discount campaign to examinees who scored at least 40 points on the multiple-choice section of the 2025 or 2026 Labor and Social Security Attorney Examination.
Facts
Those who scored at least 40 points on the multiple-choice section
Those who scored at least 50 points on the multiple-choice section
Event Report: 新コスモス電機 holds user event on occupational health and safety
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On Sept. 17, 2026, 新コスモス電機 held an occupational health and safety event, “Cosmos Safety Tour 2026 in Sapporo,” in Sapporo. 堀江正知, president of 産業医科大学, gave a presentation on heatstroke prevention.
[Oct. 19 is Overseas Travel Day] Take 1 day off for up to 9 consecutive holidays! Travel and experience booking trends for overseas trips over the 2026–2027 year-end and New Year holidays announced
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ベルトラ株式会社 announced booking trends for overseas local tours and activities on ベルトラ for the 2026–2027 year-end and New Year holiday period, timed to coincide with “Overseas Travel Day” on Oct. 19. With a favorable calendar offering up to 9 consecutive holidays, demand was concentrated in Asia, while interest surged in countries including Laos and Palau.
“2026 fromis_9 ASIA TOUR [TOMORROW GLOW.] IN TOKYO” set for November! Ticket sales now open through チケプラ!
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株式会社Fanplus and 株式会社チケットプラス have adopted the electronic ticket service チケプラ for the Japan dates of fromis_9’s Asia tour in November 2026 and have begun advance ticket sales on a first-come, first-served basis.
Security education cloud service “セキュリオ” to exhibit at “DIS World in Kyoto”
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LRM株式会社 will exhibit at “DIS World in Kyoto,” to be held in Kyoto City on Oct. 21–22, 2026, and introduce its security education cloud service “セキュリオ,” the SCS assessment system, and consulting support for ISMS certification.
Gotanda gift shop “YELL” expands new connections in September through collaboration events with 5 manufacturers and AI-powered search
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Gotanda gift shop “YELL” held collaboration events in September 2026 with 5 companies—ROCCO, ムネのクセに。, CHALABO, smateria and INSHUTI—and set up a stall at Osaki Marche. It also saw an increase in new customers arriving via AI search.
[Applications Open] Information on “Learn from K-Drama Hits! Korea Training Program 2026” / Training to develop production talent for live-action content 〈Oct. 16 at 14:00–Nov. 16 at noon〉
[Support for Responding to Revisions to Reiwa 9 Admissions] Free release of an explanatory video for school corporations and university officials
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一般社団法人日本経営協会 will release a free bonus video, approximately 20 minutes long, explaining “Key Points of the Reiwa 9 Admissions Revisions” for school corporations and university officials. Viewers must complete a survey to watch the video, and related seminars are also being promoted.
紀ノ国屋 has launched its “Sweet Potato Sweets Bag,” a set featuring an autumn-only assortment of baked treats and a bag. The price is 1,944 yen (tax included).
Canly visualizes how stores appear in AI searches such as ChatGPT and Gemini. Launch of “カンリーAIO分析,” a service supporting customer acquisition in the AI era
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株式会社カンリー launched the beta version of “カンリーAIO分析” on Oct. 16, 2026, a service that analyzes how businesses and their stores appear in generative AI searches such as ChatGPT and Gemini.
Facts
MEO support for more than 130,000 stores
Launched in beta on Oct. 16, 2026
ChatGPT had reached 900 million weekly users as of February 2026
A study found that click-through rates would fall by 58%
Eat Butamen and win! Giveaway campaign for the “Butamen Original Towel Set,” featuring cute illustrations
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株式会社おやつカンパニー will run a campaign from November 2026 through the end of October 2027 in which participants collect entry marks from “ブタメン” for a chance to win a towel set in a drawing. It also announced that the deadline for its existing electric kettle campaign is approaching.
You’ll want to wear it. You’ll fall for tweed. P.S.FA launches its new “Tweed Amunsen Set-Up” on October 16 (Friday)!
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P.S.FA, operated by Haruyama Trading, launched the new “Tweed Amunsen Set-Up” on Oct. 16, 2026. Together with 3 existing tweed styles, the lineup offers 4 options for fall and winter looks.
“You can shape your first impression yourself”: Face research pioneer Professor 山口真美 and physician and director 薄井庸孝 discuss how to create an impression. Report from the launch event for DISM’s new beauty device, “ディズム EMS EER メディスキンケアデバイス2.0”
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Skincare brand DISM, from Angfa, held a launch event for its new beauty device, “ディズム EMS EER メディスキンケアデバイス2.0.” Professor 山口真美 of 中央大学 and Director 薄井庸孝 of D-ISMクリニック joined a talk session on how “first impressions” and “facial impressions” are formed, as well as the importance of skin condition.
[Kyoto・Kyotanabe] Oysters and hot pot take center stage this winter. “All-you-can-eat oysters,” seafood miso hot pot and Kyoto-style sukiyaki arrive in November!
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ウッドデザインパーク京都-彩-, an outdoor complex in Kyotanabe, Kyoto Prefecture, will introduce winter-only dining menus starting in November 2026. Its day-trip plan offers “all-you-can-eat oysters” featuring oysters in their shells, while overnight guests can choose between “seafood miso hot pot” and “Kyoto-style sukiyaki.”
ニューバランス signs athlete agreement with Clayton Aaron Ryun, a leading figure in Japan’s middle-distance running scene, and supports his challenge to compete on the world stage
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株式会社ニューバランスジャパン has signed an athlete contract with Clay Aaron Ryūha, a leading figure in Japan’s middle-distance running scene. He became the first Japanese man to reach the final of the 800m at the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships, finishing 6th.
【tk.TAKEO KIKUCHI】A refined silhouette meets comfortable wear. A feature on the “4-piece series,” which can also be worn as a coordinated set, launches October 16 (Friday)
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Men’s brand “tk.TAKEO KIKUCHI” will publish a feature page on its official online store from October 16 showcasing a 4-piece series that can be worn as a coordinated set in the same material.
【アップルスポーツカレッジ】Women’s track team wins its first national title: overall women’s champions at the 37th National Vocational School Track and Field Championships
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The women’s track team of アップルスポーツカレッジ, part of NSGグループ, won the overall women’s title at the 37th National Vocational School Track and Field Championships, held October 3, 2026. Hinata Nishimura was named MVP, and team members placed or won in numerous events across the men’s and women’s competitions.
New multifunctional mobile power strip features retractable cord storage, 2 Type-C ports and 1 USB-A port
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Sanwa Supply has launched the “TAP-MC2A1AC2BK” mobile power strip, featuring retractable cord storage, 2 AC outlets, 2 Type-C ports and 1 USB-A port. The Type-C ports support output of up to 65W, and the standard price is ¥7,920 (¥7,200 before tax).
An illustrated card featuring voice bonuses of 3 high school girls voiced by Shiori Izawa will be included with volume 2 of “You Did It, Didn’t You?!” (on sale November 9). Reservations are now open.
Koyo Takahashi (#24) of 香川ファイブアローズ sustained an occult fracture at the MCL attachment of the right medial femoral condyle in the October 14, 2026 game against トライフープ岡山. He will not travel with the team for the October 17 and 18 games against さいたまブロンコス.
“What should we make?” Start with a consultation. ミツイコネクト, which handles everything from planning and designing original packaging to manufacturing and storage, revamps its website
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株式会社ミツイコネクト has revamped its website, showcasing its end-to-end support services, from packaging planning and design to manufacturing and storage, as well as its Kobe showroom and the launch of its official LINE account.
Turning solo living into happiness: What is the Finnish mindset for happiness?
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株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング published the book “Why Are Finns Happy Even on Their Own?” by author Laura Kopilow on October 16, 2026. The book explores happiness for people living alone through Finland’s mindset of “independence, freedom and being true to oneself”—a country ranked No. 1 in the World Happiness Report for 9 consecutive years.
TOKYOBIKE PORTER, Tokyo Bike’s electric-assist cargo bike, gets limited-edition “Benny Green” color. Orders open October 16 (Friday)
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株式会社トーキョーバイク will launch the limited-edition “Benny Green” color for its electric-assist cargo bike “TOKYOBIKE PORTER” on October 16, 2026, and begin accepting orders. The price is ¥297,000 (including tax).
Winners announced for the “NEDO Prize-Based Program / Social Problem Solution Development Using Quantum Computers”
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NEDO and 経済産業省 held an awards ceremony on October 15 for a program developing solutions to social problems using quantum computers, announcing a total of 9 winners across 3 fields: Society 5.0, QoL and Cool Japan.
Why isn’t work interesting even though you’re working hard? An entrepreneur who has launched more than 120 businesses reveals how to work by moving to the decision-making side. New book “Become a Business Leader” on sale today!
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株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング published a new book, 『Become a Business Leader』, by Akio Yamaji, representative of ヤマチユナイテッドグループ, on October 16, 2026. A practical guide to helping company employees move to the decision-making side in the AI era, the book draws on the author's experience launching more than 120 businesses and emphasizes the importance of developing talent with a business leader's mindset.
First in the series! 二つ worlds collide!『WWE® 2K26』×『Street Fighter』Elite Pack (English version) set for release on October 28
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2K announced that the Elite Pack, the first collaboration between『WWE® 2K26』and Capcom's『Street Fighter』in the series, will be released on October 28, 2026. It adds 5 characters inspired by the Mattel Elite Collection, each with a signature finishing move, as well as 15 types of Superstar CAS parts.
ディースクエアード unveils campaign visuals for its Fall/Winter 2026 collection
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ディースクエアード has unveiled campaign visuals for its Fall/Winter 2026 collection. Created by AI artist Rick Dick, the images depict a winter spirit and bold attitude against the backdrop of Alpine ski slopes.
The journey leading to the latest installment. 3『Resident Evil』remake titles for Nintendo Switch 2 are out today!
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Capcom released download versions of 3 remake titles for Nintendo Switch 2 today:『Resident Evil RE:2』,『RE:3』and『RE:4』. Special pricing, discounted by 1,000 yen for a limited time, is available, and details of a launch campaign and related merchandise have also been announced.
『Chiru Camp△』Steam version priced at 1,300 yen; wishlist registrations surpass 10,000
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株式会社enish announced that it has set the price of『Chiru Camp△』at 1,300 yen and that wishlist registrations have topped 10,000. The Steam version will enter Early Access on October 22, 2026.
【Urgent announcement】Saudi Arabian entertainer Saleh Abdullah Al-Duwairij, who won popularity at the Expo, to make an urgent visit to Japan! Special live performance at the “Middle East Arabian Festival 2026”!
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The organizing committee for the “Middle East Arabian Festival 2026” announced that Saudi Arabian entertainer Saleh Abdullah Al-Duwairij will give a special live performance at the event, to be held at Sakishima Morina in Osaka from October 23 to 25, 2026.
The eagerly awaited season opener for the SV League, Japan's top volleyball competition! GAORA SPORTS to broadcast live the most anticipated matchups, with a focus on women's action. Don't miss the expert commentary from legends including London Olympic bronze medalists!
LACモービル's new camper van “RICORSO8” makes its show debut at Osaka Camping Car Fair 2026!
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株式会社LACモービル will unveil its new camper van, “RICORSO8,” for the first time at Osaka Camping Car Fair 2026, to be held at Intex Osaka on October 24 and 25. Based on a FIAT DUCATO, it features a twin-bed layout and a home air conditioner. It will then be on display at LACモービル's Osaka store from October 31 through November 8.
A kitchen that stays organized. The range of Totono storage solutions has expanded even further.
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株式会社リッチェル is adding 12 new items, including a plate stand and a storage box for bags, to its Totono kitchen storage series and will begin selling them in mid-October.
[New store opening Oct. 21 (Wed.)] 魚魚丸 to grand-open its 天白店 in Tempaku Ward, Nagoya, its 4th location in the city
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廻鮮江戸前すし魚魚丸, a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant operated by 株式会社コムライン, grand-opened its new 天白店 in Tempaku Ward, Nagoya, on October 21, 2026. It is the chain's 4th location in Nagoya, and the pre-opening drew crowds, with waits of up to approximately 100 minutes.
MAGIC NIGHT2026 Masa Magic Dinner Show Naha Kokusai-dori HOTEL COLLECTIVE
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A 10th anniversary magic show by MASA MAGIC and a halftime show by BEGIN's Yu Shimabukuro will be held at HOTEL COLLECTIVE on Kokusai-dori in Naha on December 13, 2026.
Facts
Dec. 13, 2026
S seats: 21,000 yen (tax included)
A seats: 18,000 yen (tax included)
B seats: 15,000 yen (tax included)
13 floors above ground
260 guest rooms
Companies mentioned:嘉新琉球COLLECTIVE株式会社、HOTEL COLLECTIVE、ホテル コレクティブ、Academy of Magical Arts、マジックキャッスル、BEGIN
[Yokogawa Electric] Develops and launches new OpreX Gas Density Meter
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横河電機株式会社 has developed and launched the new OpreX Gas Density Meter, which can rapidly measure gas density, as an addition to its OpreX™ Analyzers lineup. The non-explosion-proof model goes on sale today, while the explosion-proof model (compliant with IECEx/ATEX) is scheduled for release around the end of April 2027.
Facts
More than 6,600 units shipped to date
Can be measured in approximately 5 seconds※3
Scheduled for release around the end of April 2027
Rental apartment complex 商住宅 中野新橋, developed by つくる地所, wins the 2026 Good Design Award
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The rental apartment complex 商住宅 中野新橋, developed by つくる地所株式会社, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. Planned and designed by architect Makoto Tanijiri, the building was recognized for its design, which allows spaces to switch between commercial and residential use.
You can fly first class even without a high income. Book “The Steady Saving Habits of People Who Fly First Class” goes on sale today
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株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング published the book “Habits of People Who Fly First Class: Saving Little by Little,” by travel influencer Hana, on Oct. 16, 2026. The book offers tips on flying first class by steadily accumulating miles and points, even without a high income.
Facts
More than 80,000 Instagram followers
Has flown first class with more than 10 airlines
Make travel experiences 1.5 times richer
Visited 40 countries
About 100 flights a year
Has flown first class with more than 10 airlines worldwide
More than 50 first- and business-class flights in total
Has taken 2 round-the-world trips in business class
DAM announces TOP50 karaoke ranking of summer 2026 anime theme songs; Wasureranneyo’s “Nannmo Nee,” the opening theme for “Yanineko,” takes 1st place
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株式会社第一興商 announced DAM’s TOP50 karaoke ranking of summer 2026 anime theme songs. Wasureranneyo’s “Nannmo Nee,” the opening theme for “Yanineko,” ranked 1st, followed by songs by King Gnu and SEKAI NO OWARI, among others.
Facts
Summer 2026
TOP50
1st place
2nd place
3rd place
Ranked 7th
12th place
14th place
24th place
26th place
More than 1 million plays
2 straight years
3rd consecutive year
About 20 years
Original2026年9月1日~9月30日
Companies mentioned:株式会社第一興商、DAM、King Gnu、MILLENNIUM PARADE、SEKAI NO OWARI、ReoNa、ぼっちぼろまる、日向坂46、新浜レオン、NHK、夢限大みゅーたいぷ、BanG Dream!、ClariS、リスアニ!、AMJ-Anime Music Journal-、YouTube
Just 2 weeks until “THE WORLD OF BIOHAZARD 30th Anniversary Exhibition” opens! Full details of original merchandise, collaboration food and content revealed!
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Details have been announced for the venue, exhibits, original merchandise and collaboration food at “THE WORLD OF BIOHAZARD 30th Anniversary Exhibition,” commemorating the 30th anniversary of “Resident Evil.”
Facts
A total of 56 days
¥7,920 (tax included)
¥11,000 (tax included)
¥6,600 (tax included)
¥1,980 (tax included)
¥1,300 each (tax included)
¥1,100 each (tax included)
The series boasts cumulative sales of 213 million copies※
叡啓大学 will hold the online charity event “Eikei University of Hiroshima Giving Campaign 2026” from Oct. 16 to 25, 2026, to raise funds for student groups. 4 student groups are participating, with donations from sponsoring companies distributed according to the number of votes.
The battle for a place in the world finals! “Summoners War: Sky Arena” SWC2026 Asia-Pacific Cup to be held on Oct. 17
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株式会社Com2uS Japan will hold the “SWC2026 Asia-Pacific Cup,” an esports tournament for “Summoners War: Sky Arena,” on Oct. 17. The top 3 players will advance to the world finals.
Facts
Original10月17日(土)14:00から
8 players will compete
The top 3 players will earn a place in the world finals, where the world’s best Summoner will be decided
Certified under the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s Green Hydrogen Early-Adopter Certification Program—Demonstration of new technology for storing energy in liquid form, with trials of green hydrogen production, storage, transport and use recognized
“Passionate Colleagues in Autoliv Japan – We Empower Safety” short videos released
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オートリブ株式会社(日本) released 16 short videos sharing employees’ thoughts on YouTube and has also published employee interviews on its corporate website, オートリブ株式会社.
Facts
Protects about 40,000 lives worldwide every year
Protects about 600,000 people from serious injuries
Produced 16 short message videos
Including interviews with 10 employees
In 2025, approximately 40,000 lives were protected by our products
A yakiniku restaurant operated by Monogatari Corporation achieves up to 4 seatings and manages about 3,500 diners per month using “Toreta Reservation Ledger”
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株式会社トレタ has published a success story featuring “牛たん大好き焼肉はっぴぃ 人形町店,” a yakiniku restaurant operated by 株式会社物語コーポレーション, as an example of using its restaurant reservation system, “トレタ予約台帳.” With limited seating, the restaurant manages reservations for about 3,500 diners a month and achieves up to 4 seatings per day. Centralized management of multiple booking channels and the accumulation of customer information have helped make it a popular restaurant.
Wear it and shoot from your point of view. The approximately 34g compact camera supports 4K 60fps and a 140° wide angle, with a full range of accessories. “DIGI+ Lightweight Vlog Camera DGP-ACM02” available at a special price of ¥19,800 through Oct. 29
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ソースネクスト株式会社 released the approximately 34g “DIGI+ Lightweight Vlog Camera DGP-ACM02” on Oct. 16. It is available at a special price of ¥19,800 through Oct. 29.
[Survey on what real estate investors really think about rising policy interest rates] A survey of 107 people on the impact and countermeasures
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株式会社AlbaLink surveyed 107 people who invest in real estate about their views on rising policy interest rates. 80% are concerned about the impact, with increased loan repayment burdens the main worry. Refinancing loans was the most common countermeasure.
[パーソルエクセルHRパートナーズ株式会社] Sponsors Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s “Japan-Vietnam Space” in Vietnam; course “Internship to Learn Japanese Electrical Technologies” launched
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パーソルエクセルHRパートナーズ is sponsoring Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s “Japan-Vietnam Space” in Vietnam and will launch the “Internship to Learn Japanese Electrical Technologies” as a required course at the university.
Facts
More than 350 Vietnamese engineers
Expanding recruitment and dispatch services for Vietnamese engineers to Japan since 2017
Partnership with Hanoi University of Science and Technology launched in June 2022
The “Japan-Vietnam Space,” opened at Hanoi University of Science and Technology in Vietnam in September 2026
A completion ceremony for the “Japan-Vietnam Space” was held at Hanoi University of Science and Technology in Vietnam on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Having determined that the program is highly compatible with the university’s educational fields, we have decided to make it a required course for students worth 2 credits.
This inaugural program will be offered to 25 students majoring in electrical and electronic engineering.
Original1989年パナソニック株式会社100%出資の人材派遣会社として設立
Joined パーソルグループ in 2015
Launched recruitment and dispatch services for Vietnamese engineers in December 2017
TOPPAN Holdings conducts demonstration to generate manga and animation images by combining quantum computers and AI, in collaboration with 慶應義塾大学
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TOPPAN Holdings and 慶應義塾大学 conducted a demonstration experiment combining quantum computers and generative AI to generate manga and animation images, successfully producing 256×256-pixel images.
Facts
From February 1, 2026
Through July 31
256×256 pixels
Won 3rd place
Starting in October 2026
Original従来設計の約6分の1に削減した
From 16%
Improved significantly to 78%
10,000 training data items
Compared with 54.3% for AI models running on conventional computers
一般財団法人会津若松観光ビューロー will hold “Aizu SAMURAI WEEK 2026” for 9 days, from November 7 to 15, 2026. The event will offer opportunities to experience samurai culture across the city, centered on 鶴ヶ城, and will feature an expanded market and more participating venues.
Insomnia among women in the menopausal age group: Kampo medicines prescribed in about 1 in 4 online consultations
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株式会社アナムネ’s analysis of data from its “Ouchi Hospital” online medical consultation service found that Kampo medicines were prescribed in about 23.7% of insomnia consultations for women in the menopausal age group (45 and older), or about 1 in 4 cases.
“SHIBUYA PARCO ART DAYS”: 5 days exploring the resonance between different forms of expression
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渋谷PARCO will hold the art event “SHIBUYA PARCO ART DAYS” from November 4 to 8, 2026. The diverse program will include a party and solo exhibitions by MES, a performance by 尹苑, and a screening by Soundwalk Collective.
Facts
5 days
Marking its 6th edition this year
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
Through the 8th (Sun.)
General admission: 2,000 yen
U-25: 1,000 yen
Until 30 minutes before closing
Companies mentioned:株式会社パルコ、渋谷PARCO、パルコ、PARCO MUSEUM TOKYO、SUPER DOMMUNE、OIL by 美術手帖、ほぼ日曜日、NONLECTURE books/arts、ArtSticker、mAtter、LOWW、ロサンゼルス現代美術館、シカゴ美術館附属美術学院、東京藝術大学
Three-company consortium led by リバー株式会社 selected for 環境省’s “FY Reiwa 8 Demonstration Project for Overall Optimization of Renewable Energy-Related Products and Base Materials Toward Building a Domestic Resource Circulation System (commissioned)”
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A 3-company consortium led by リバー株式会社, a consolidated subsidiary of TRE Holdings, has been selected for 環境省’s Reiwa 8 resource circulation demonstration project. It will demonstrate horizontal recycling technology that converts mixed aluminum scrap into raw materials for rolled products.
Interg recognized as an “attracted company” by Akita Prefecture and Akita City; location agreement signed on October 15
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インターグ株式会社 has been recognized as an attracted company by Akita Prefecture and Akita City and signed a location agreement on October 15. It will open an Akita office inside ALS, directly connected to JR Akita Station, on December 1, 2026, contributing to local job creation and the promotion of the digital industry.
Launch of “Succession+” (nickname: Sakupla), a loan fund dedicated to business succession
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関西みらい銀行, part of りそなグループ, has launched “Succession+” (nickname: Sakupla), a loan fund dedicated to business succession. It offers loan terms of up to 20 years to finance a successor’s purchase of unlisted shares through a holding company.
フェンディ launches the new “フェンディ クロワッサン” bag, reimagining an iconic silhouette with effortless style
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フェンディ will launch the new “フェンディ クロワッサン” bag, an extension of the iconic “Baguette” first introduced in the 1999-2000 Fall/Winter collection. The planned price is ¥298,100, including tax.
Skip the prep work of sautéing onions while achieving both great taste and labor savings! ASTRA FOOD PLAN sponsors the Shimokitazawa Curry Festival 2026.
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ASTRA FOOD PLAN株式会社 is sponsoring the Shimokitazawa Curry Festival 2026, running from October 8 to 25, 2026, and will provide “Tam onion Gururico,” a powder upcycled from onion scraps generated by food factories, to help achieve both labor savings and great taste in cooking.
Facts
Contains up to 238 times more aromatic compounds than sautéed onions
Contains 40 times more than fried onions
With the addition of just 1–3%
Manufactured by drying and sterilizing in just 10 seconds
Heating ingredients in JOSEN takes just 5–10 seconds
Celebrating its 15th anniversary this year
Over 18 days, from Thursday, October 8, to Sunday, October 25
Fender®︎ announces Japan-exclusive collection honoring George Harrison and the legacy of Dark Horse Records
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フェンダーミュージカル インストゥルメンツ コーポレーション has partnered with Dark Horse Records to announce a Japan-exclusive collection honoring George Harrison’s legacy. The collection includes Stratocasters, accessories and apparel, and is scheduled to go on sale in October 2026.
Facts
English Breakfast Tea: 800 yen (tax included)
Purchases of 2,000 yen or more, including tax
Estimated retail price: 198,000 yen, tax included
Estimated retail price: 10,450 yen, tax included
Estimated retail price: 3,850 yen, tax included
Estimated retail price: 75,900 yen, tax included
Estimated retail price: 22,000–77,000 yen, tax included
Companies mentioned:フェンダーミュージカル インストゥルメンツ コーポレーション、FMIC、Dark Horse Records、F IS FOR FENDER、フェンダーミュージック株式会社、Fender Cafe、COFFEE BOY
Recustomer to participate in Klaviyo-hosted “K:SGP 2026” as the top-tier Diamond Sponsor
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Recustomer株式会社 will participate as the top-tier Diamond Sponsor at “K:SGP 2026,” a Klaviyo-hosted event in Singapore, and highlight the importance of the post-purchase experience for the APAC market.
[Hosted by 東京都] 3rd Social Farm Seminar to be held: “Beyond Type B Continuous Employment Support Providers: From Training to Employment”
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東京都 will hold the 3rd Social Farm Seminar on November 18, 2026, to discuss collaboration between Type B continuous employment support providers and social farms.