The custom-home brand アーキハウス, operated by housing company アネシス, will hold a market on October 25.
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The custom-home brand アーキハウス, operated by housing company アネシス, will hold a market on October 25, 2026, at the Hiroki area of Suizenji Ezuko Park. The 7th event will feature attractions including a mini house-framing experience with carpenters and a diatomaceous earth plastering experience, providing a community space for homeowners and local residents to connect.
A big gathering of the vehicles that work at the airport! “A Big Gathering of Working Vehicles! 2026 at Haneda Airport Garden” to be held!
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住友不動産商業マネジメント will hold “A Big Gathering of Working Vehicles! 2026 at Haneda Airport Garden” at Haneda Airport Garden on October 31 and November 1, 2026. The event will feature displays of airport vehicles, a Doctor Yellow mini Shinkansen, uniform experiences, and more. More than 20,000 people attended the previous event in August 2025 over 2 days.
Facts
More than 20,000 people over 2 days
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, and Sunday, Nov. 1
Hours: 11:00–17:00
Participation fee: ¥1,000
Includes shopping and dining vouchers worth 500 yen
2,000 yen in benefits for shareholders with 100 shares or more! Details of shareholder benefits for the October 2026 fiscal year. Recovery wear currently in development is also planned to be added to the benefits.
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株式会社ジェネレーションパス announced that it will grant benefit vouchers worth 2,000 yen to shareholders holding 100 shares or more in the October 2026 fiscal year, and plans to sell recovery wear currently in development through a members-only shareholder mall.
ウォーゲーミング to hold Halloween 2026 events in the “World of Tanks” and “World of Warships” series
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ウォーゲーミング will hold limited-time Halloween events for 2026 in the “World of Tanks” and “World of Warships” series. Each title will feature new stories, game modes, limited rewards, vehicles and ships.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 15
Nov. 2 (Mon.)
12 stages in all
Tier IX
Wednesday, Oct. 21
Oct. 13 (Tue.)
Over 3 weeks
Form a team of 7
5 upgrade paths
Oct. 5 (Mon.)
Companies mentioned：Wargaming Group Limited、ウォーゲーミング、NVIDIA GeForce NOW
【Recboo case study published: 大熊ダイヤモンドデバイス株式会社】Winning agents’ commitment to recruit candidates from challenging research and development and manufacturing backgrounds.
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株式会社ノックラーン has published an interview about 大熊ダイヤモンドデバイス株式会社’s adoption of Recboo. The company supports recruitment through the ability of staff with semiconductor expertise to quickly get up to speed, and assists with hiring for hard-to-fill roles such as CxO and research and development positions.
Facts
Totaling 50 companies
Approximately 70% have achieved an up round, IPO, M&A or profitability after receiving support
“World Children’s Future Conference in EHIME MATSUYAMA,” which supports the United Nations, to be held on October 31! Applications now open!
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一般財団法人ピースコミュニケーション財団 is accepting applications for “World Children’s Future Conference in EHIME MATSUYAMA,” to be held on October 31 (note: the main text says October 30) for students in grades 4–6 who live or attend school in Ehime Prefecture. The winning group will be eligible to compete in the national competition to be held in Tokyo in Reiwa 9 March.
Facts
Capacity: 40 students
Application deadline: 10/23
【Date and time】October 30 (Saturday) 13:15–17:45
【Eligibility】Students in grades 4–6 who live or attend school in Ehime Prefecture
“7th World Children’s Future Conference,” to be held in Tokyo in Reiwa 9 March
【Event on Tuesday, November 10】のもらぼ, which shares ways to enjoy alcohol, to hold its first in-person event, “An Evening of Tasting Different Infused Spirits,” in Kanda, Tokyo
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のもらぼ, an SNS media outlet operated by 株式会社イード, will hold its first in-person event, “An Evening of Tasting Different Infused Spirits,” in Kanda, Tokyo, on November 10, 2026.
Stop drug abuse! Toward a future filled with laughter. Don’t fall for suspicious offers! “Reiwa 8 Drug, Stimulant and Cannabis Abuse Prevention Campaign Osaka Convention” confirmed
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吉本興業 announced that it will take part as a performer in the “Reiwa 8 Drug, Stimulant and Cannabis Abuse Prevention Campaign Osaka Convention,” to be held at YES THEATER on November 28, 2026.
Management consultant ブレインリンク to launch “IEAdvisor,” a LINE-delivered management and asset information service “like an adviser for professional services”
Free demo of “Shadow Mate 〜小さな竜と適合者〜” released on Steam! Set to participate in “Steam Next Fest” starting October 19!
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株式会社スプリングギルド began distributing a free demo on Steam on October 15, 2026, for its in-development 3D horror action-adventure game “Shadow Mate 〜小さな竜と適合者〜” for PC. The game is also set to participate in “Steam Next Fest: October 2026 Edition,” running from October 19 to October 26, 2026, with the full release targeted for Q1 2027.
【JAF Shizuoka】Get within about 20 cm of wild animals! Sign-ups open for JAF members-only special tour “JAF Day at 富士サファリパーク”!
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The Shizuoka branch of the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) will hold the JAF members-only special tour “JAF Day at 富士サファリパーク” at 富士サファリパーク on November 28, 2026.
Kiii adopts MARTAN’s workplace meal service “MARTAN for Office,” bringing all-you-can-eat malatang to the office
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“MARTAN for Office,” a corporate workplace meal service from the malatang specialty restaurant MARTAN, operated by 株式会社スナップフーズ, has been adopted by 株式会社Kiii and began offering all-you-can-eat malatang at its office on October 9, 2026.
Facts
Started on October 9, 2026
At least 8 types of vegetables in 1 BOX
Monthly fee: 0 yen
Original1食600円〜
Leveraging a network of more than 100,000 people
A wealth of track record and data, with more than 10,000 cases
UCD Consulting signs MOU with Vietnam’s LAGOM! Bringing Japan-born “waste DX” to Vietnam
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株式会社UCDコンサルティング has signed an MOU with LAGOM VIET NAM社 on the digitalization of waste management, aiming to roll out the AI-powered waste sorting support system “EcoChat” and the automated PET bottle collection machine “Econage.”
Construction begins on the “(Tentative) Nakano-ku Chuo 3-chome Rental Residence Development Project” by 三井物産都市開発, with completion targeted for September 2028
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三井物産都市開発 has begun construction of a rental residence development in Chuo 3-chome, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, with completion scheduled for September 2028.
[Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture] Opening event for industrial creation hub “ICHI _LAB (Ichilab)” to be held on 10/18 (Sun.)
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The opening event for the industrial creation hub “ICHI_LAB” in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, will be held on October 18, featuring a talk session with startups and successors of family businesses, as well as programs for students.
International festival “Science and Art Hill 2026” brings history and the cutting edge together
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An overview of the international festival “Science and Art Hill 2026,” to be held in 松戸市 on October 24 and 25, Reiwa 8. Under the theme “Weaving a Microcosm,” exhibitions, workshops, talks and a market will take place at sites including Tojo-tei and Tojogaoka Historical Park, showcasing the cultural foundations and creative initiatives of 松戸市.
Facts
Marking its 9th year
Saturday, October 24, Reiwa 8
Sunday, the 25th
October 24 (Sat.), 10:00–16:30
October 25 (Sun.), 10:00–16:00
Advance tickets: 1,000 yen
Tickets at the door: 1,500 yen
Advance: 900 yen
At the door: 1,400 yen
松戸市 resident discount (residents, workers or students): 500 yen
714-1 Matsudo, 松戸市
Companies mentioned：松戸市、科学と芸術の丘実行委員会、千葉大学大学院園芸学研究院応用昆虫学野村研究室、EU・ジャパンフェスト日本委員会、一般社団法人SOW、PARADISE AIR、千葉大学工学部、東京高等工芸学校、日本大学芸術学部、The Garden Experiment、pHen ARTIST COLLECTIVE、デイリーレモネード、LIVING Coffee and Bagels、パンとおやつのマルサン堂、自然素材yosagena、季節の焼き菓子Charte、焼き菓子Köi
Top prize of 50,000 yen!! Bicycle Shrine Festival: 5th National Slow Single-Plank Bridge Competition
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The “Bicycle Shrine Festival: 5th National Slow Single-Plank Bridge Competition” will be held on November 29, 2026, at Oyama Shrine (Bicycle Shrine) in Innoshima, Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture. The adult winner will receive 50,000 yen. The event is co-hosted by Oyama Shrine and the Innoshima Cycle Tourism Promotion Council (secretariat: 因島商工会議所).
Facts
8 meters long
Just 25 centimeters wide
Adults (junior high school students and older): 1,000 yen
Winners named for the 2026 Ando Foundation Young Carer Support Organization Awards
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The Ando Institute for Sports and Culture Foundation has selected the winners of the 2026 Ando Foundation Young Carer Support Organization Awards, held in collaboration with the Young Carer Association. The program received 31 applications from across Japan, with awards selected in the young carer support organization and local government categories. The award ceremony is scheduled for January 18, 2027.
Facts
31 applications from across Japan
Additional prize: 1 million yen
20万円 in additional prize money
Award ceremony to be held on Monday, January 18, 2027
ドゥカティ has unveiled the new Panigale V4 (model year 2027). Testing at Vallelunga Circuit cut the average lap time by 0.4 seconds, while the maximum output of the Desmosedici Stradale engine rose to 218 ps.
Facts
Average lap time cut by 0.4 seconds
Maximum output of 218 ps
Rev limit of 15,000 rpm
Oct. 15, 2026
Available at authorized ドゥカティ dealers in Europe starting in March 2027
Available at authorized dealers in Japan starting in April
“AX Organizational Transformation Survey 2026” to reveal the realities of organizations, talent, evaluation and development in the AX era
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株式会社STANDARD will conduct the “AX Organizational Transformation Survey 2026” to reveal the realities of organizations, talent, evaluation and development in the AX era. The survey targets leaders in DX and digital promotion departments and human resources and talent development departments. Respondents will receive a report on the findings during November.
Facts
Supports the digital transformation (hereinafter “DX”) initiatives and in-house development efforts of more than 1,500 companies, primarily major corporations.
Time required: 3–5 minutes
22 questions in total
Survey period: through Friday, October 23, 2026
The report will be provided to respondents during November
We deliver tangible business impact in a short period of as little as 3 months
Saga Prefecture, Saga City, Saga Ballooners and B.LEAGUE to speak at “From the Arena to the City: Learning from B.LEAGUE about Community Development Centered on Arenas”
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At a seminar hosted by 株式会社AMANE, speakers from Saga Prefecture, Saga City, Saga Ballooners and B.LEAGUE will give presentations and take part in a panel discussion on community development centered on SAGA Arena and public-private collaboration initiatives.
クリアコード launches service to support migration and secure operation of enterprise extensions and add-ins
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株式会社クリアコード has launched a new service to support the migration of extensions and add-ins in response to changes in web browser and email software specifications, as well as their continued safe use with security risks taken into account.
[Industry-academia collaboration between 立命館大学珈琲研究会, タカショー and Art Reform] Imagine a lifestyle through coffee flavors: tasting experience where students choose renovation examples and a one-day-only cafe
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株式会社アートリフォーム will hold an event at its Kobe HDC branch on October 17, 2026, with the cooperation of 立命館大学珈琲研究会 (RCS) and タカショー. The event will feature a coffee tasting experience and pop-up cafe planned by students, displays of renovation examples, and a renovation consultation event running for 3 days.
Protecting local communities from the threat of special fraud, which caused ¥28.1 billion in losses in Tokyo! あっとほぉーむカフェ takes part in 万世橋警察署-hosted “万世橋地域安全運動のつどい”
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The maid café あっとほぉーむカフェ, operated by インフィニア株式会社, took part in a crime prevention event hosted by 万世橋警察署, working with local residents to prevent special fraud and raise awareness of countermeasures.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Will celebrate its 22nd anniversary in 2026
Operates 13 locations
Approximately 700 maids on staff
Approximately 60 virtual maids on staff, separate from the stores
<News from 杜の街グレース> Why do we instinctively feel something is “cute”? A contemporary art exhibition exploring “cute” as a shared language: 8 young artists present diverse visions of “cute” at the Art Lounge
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The contemporary art exhibition “ART LOUNGE PROJECT #9 「かわいいという母語 KAWAII, A MOTHER TONGUE」” will be held at the public art lounge Le Metté Adeline inside 杜の街グレース in Kita Ward, Okayama, from October 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. The exhibition will feature works by 8 young artists exploring “cute” as a shared language.
Brown Dust 2 launches Halloween event at physical stores starting tomorrow, Saturday the 17th!
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株式会社NEOWIZ will hold a Halloween event at stores in Tokyo from October 17 to 25 for the smartphone RPG Brown Dust 2. The event will include cosplay photo sessions, new merchandise sales and gifts for visitors.
Facts
3,000 yen or more
Level 45 or higher
Reaching approximately 45 cm
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEOWIZ、GAMFS N Inc.、Melon Books
A souvenir product aimed at solving community issues and supporting social contribution activities: クマさんの落としもの 北海道ミルクくっきー now on sale
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株式会社北武フーズ will launch the souvenir cookie クマさんの落としもの 北海道ミルクくっきー on October 16, 2026. Its packaging features information on brown bear sightings and safety measures. A portion of sales will be donated to 北海道庁 to support brown bear countermeasures.
Presentation on techniques and procedures in osteotomy under the theme “Minimally Invasive Double-Jaw Surgery: A New Approach to Double-Jaw Surgery”
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Shinji Nagao, director of THE ROPPONGI CLINIC’s Ebisu branch, presented techniques and procedures in osteotomy under the theme of “minimally invasive double-jaw surgery” at the “4th Japan Association of Cosmetic Physicians,” held at Shibuya Hikarie on October 3 and 4, 2026.
[Illumination] More than 1 million sparkling lights at “Wonder Night Hill 2026-2027” [ハーベストの丘]
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The illumination event “Wonder Night Hill 2026-2027” will be held from October 30, 2026, through February 14, 2027, at the hands-on agricultural park “堺・緑のミュージアム ハーベストの丘” in Minami Ward, Sakai, Osaka Prefecture. Highlights include more than 1 million lights and a collaboration with シルバニアファミリー.
Facts
A glittering sequoia tree more than 15 m tall
Opening date: Friday, October 30, 2026
On select dates through Sunday, February 14, 2027
Junior high school students and older: ¥1,500–¥1,800
Ryoma Takeuchi appears at Airbnb Japan press conference! Stars in commercial for new brand campaign “What Happens When We Travel Together”
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Airbnb Japan株式会社 held a press conference on October 16, 2026, for its new brand campaign “What Happens When We Travel Together” and its “Airbnb Meals Campaign.” Actor Ryoma Takeuchi appeared at the event.
The “21st Ikebukuro Montparnasse Art Stroll” (Autumn Edition) is coming! [Dates: Tuesday, October 20 to Monday, November 30]
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The “21st Ikebukuro Montparnasse Art Stroll” (Autumn Edition) will be held around Ikebukuro from October 20 to November 30, organized by an executive committee that includes 豊島区. Key programs include exhibitions of children’s artwork, an exhibition showcasing the debut of artists from junior and senior high schools, and workshops.
[新横浜プリンスホテル] Special “Good Couples’ Day” service offers a stunning view from approximately 130 m above ground
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The Japanese restaurant Hagoromo at 新横浜プリンスホテル will offer a special “Good Couples’ Day” service from November 16 to 23, 2026. Guests ordering a kaiseki menu priced at 1万1,000 yen or more will receive a tabletop flower arrangement and a dessert plate with a message.
Mitsuru Kirijo from Persona 3 Reload arrives in Persona 5: The Phantom X! Ver.4.11 update released
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株式会社セガ has released the Ver.4.11 update for Persona 5: The Phantom X, adding a collaboration event with Persona 3 Reload and the new character Mitsuru Kirijo.
New possibilities for salon treatment menus. New multifunctional beauty device “スキンマネージメント” features 7 beauty modes!
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株式会社ウェーブコーポレーション will launch “スキンマネージメント,” a high-performance beauty device that makes professional salon-inspired skincare easy to incorporate at home, on October 19, 2026. It features 7 beauty modes and will be exhibited at the 21st Beautyworld Osaka at INTEX Osaka.
Japanese sake brand SAKE HUNDRED hosts a pairing dinner at Hong Kong’s high-end members-only wine club Club Batard, where Hong Kong wine lovers experience the depth of sake
What is the latest DNA matching service that can predict the risk of hair loss in future children conceived with a partner?
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Starting in October 2026, seeDNA added a feature reflecting the risk of hair loss in future children to its seeDNA Matching service, which assesses genetic compatibility between partners.
From Chiba! “Banana Smoothie Made by a Sake Brewery” makes its Tokyo debut
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株式会社旭鶴 installed a new vending machine selling its “Banana Smoothie Made by a Sake Brewery,” first launched in April 2023, at Ikebukuro Sunshine City in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, and began sales on October 15, 2026. The company is a sake brewery founded in 1830, and a total of 40 vending machines are now operating in Chiba, Kanagawa, Aichi, Osaka and other locations.
【Kaga Onsenkyo】2 November events to enjoy autumn in Yamanaka Onsen
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The Kaga City Tourism and Exchange Organization is introducing 2 featured events taking place in Yamanaka Onsen in November: “Karan Koron YUGE no ICHI 2026” and “Yamanaka-bushi Utaian-ko.”
【A special 10th-anniversary design arrives!】Sales begin for Y-Style’s “Myself Planner 2027”!
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株式会社Y-Style has begun sales of “Myself Planner 2027,” including a special 10th-anniversary design. The company focuses on supporting child-rearing and women’s participation, and offers related items such as workbooks and WELLNESS planners in addition to planners.
【Campaign】3,900 total entries! Could your photo appear in a calendar⁉ Results announced for the “#モンターナカレンダープロジェクト 2027”
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Results have been announced for “#モンターナカレンダープロジェクト 2027,” a social media photo contest inviting participation and organized by the outdoor brand Montagna, operated by 株式会社ハック. The contest received a total of 3,900 entries, and the winning monthly MVP and sponsor award entries have been revealed.
New for the New Year season: “Kotobuki Ichimatsu Fruit Jewel Cake 2027”
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ザ ストリングス 表参道 will sell “Kotobuki Ichimatsu Fruit Jewel Cake 2027” for a limited time from December 30, 2026, to January 11, 2027. Reservations are also being accepted for “Gorgeous Osechi 2027.”
Facts
Dec. 30, 2026
January 11, 2027 (Monday)
￥6,500
￥45,000
￥35,000
Companies mentioned：ザ ストリングス 表参道、ZelkovA Cake Boutique、ゼルコヴァ ケーキブティック、TAVERN by the green、タバーン・バイ ザ グリーン、カフェ&ダイニング ゼルコヴァ
A send-off ceremony will be held for the 神奈川県 delegation to the “Nenrinpic Sainokuni Saitama 2026”!
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神奈川県 announced that it will hold a send-off ceremony on October 24 for its delegation of 183 athletes being sent to the 38th National Health and Welfare Festival, “Nenrinpic Sainokuni Saitama 2026,” which will be held in 埼玉県 in November of Reiwa 8.
Proof of concept conducted on joint issuance of stablecoins by multiple banks and enhancement of cross-border payments
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Mizuho Bank, MUFG Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation, and TISI株式会社 conducted a proof of concept from July 17 to 23, 2026, on the joint issuance of yen-denominated stablecoins by multiple banks and cross-border payments with Mitsubishi Corporation.
October 25: Halloween Party at City Hall Kashihara Daigo, with a costume contest and stamp rally
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株式会社ベルコ will hold a Halloween party at City Hall Kashihara Daigo on October 25, 2026. Activities include a costume contest, stamp rally and children’s coloring exhibition. Admission is free (reservation required).
Symposium by Professor Kiyoshi Kanabishi’s seminar in the School of Sociology: “Reexamining the Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake ‘三十年限界説’”
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A seminar led by Professor Kiyoshi Kanabishi of the School of Sociology at 関西学院大学 will hold a symposium on October 25, 2026, on passing down the memory of the Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, marking the publication of the related book “Reexamining the Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake ‘三十年限界説’.”
PI takes up the role of “Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur” in Oarai, Ibaraki Prefecture, the setting of “ガールズ＆パンツァー”
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Procube Investment株式会社 was appointed to Oarai, Ibaraki Prefecture, effective October 1, 2026, under the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur program, and opened the Oarai Town Business Support Center (BSC) inside Oarai Seaside Station. Representative Director Ken Takano will provide management advice and business succession support, among other services.
[Urgent reprint!] Moms are showing overwhelming empathy for “menopausal mothers vs. rebellious daughters”! Reprint now available: “機嫌のいいママになりたい！ 更年期VS反抗期 母と娘のキレない関係”
熊本県山江村立山田小学校 and Ｓｋｙ株式会社 launch pilot study of “SKYMENU Mobile,” an app supporting smarter school administration
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Ｓｋｙ株式会社 and 熊本県山江村立山田小学校 will jointly launch a pilot study in September 2026 using “SKYMENU Mobile,” an app supporting smarter school administration. The study will involve 23 teachers and staff and assess solutions to issues with using personal smartphones as well as ways to reduce workloads.
McCann Japan releases “The Truth About Global Brands” survey
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株式会社マッキャン ジャパン released the Japan edition of “The Truth About Global Brands,” a global survey of 20 markets and 20,713 people. To address declining trust and economic pressures, it presented a new playbook with 3 guiding principles: “Don’t give people a reason to doubt,” “Find the next audience,” and “Turn cultural currents into strength.”
Facts
Number of survey respondents: 20,713
Markets covered: 20 markets
80% of consumers worldwide
69% said they had stopped using a brand they could no longer trust
86% of respondents
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッキャン ジャパン、McCann Truth Central、Economist Enterprise、富士フイルム株式会社、Mars、DeepLジャパン合同会社、オムニコム、ロレアル・パリ、マスターカード、Xbox、IKEA、マギー
Fees for the relevant service are refunded if agreed outcomes are not achieved. お店AI opens a free consultation desk for AI use across all industries
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株式会社お店AI has opened a centralized consultation desk to help with AI adoption, available to businesses in any industry, whether or not they operate a physical store. The initial consultation is free, and a tailored AI adoption proposal is sent within 3 business days of the consultation. For paid support, the company refunds the fee for the relevant service if the agreed outcomes are not achieved.
【MEN’S BIGI】New store opening at 東急百貨店たまプラーザ店 on Friday, October 16! BARACUTA G4 blouson in a store-exclusive color also launching
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Men’s fashion brand “MEN’S BIGI,” operated by 株式会社ビギ, opened a new store at 東急百貨店たまプラーザ店 on October 16, 2026, and launched a BARACUTA G4 blouson in a store-exclusive color.
Showcasing the appeal of Fukuoka Prefecture’s construction industry. A future-building career that AI can’t take away. “Choose a job that will still be here 100 years from now!—Fukuoka Prefecture Construction Industry Joint Company Information Sessions”
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Fukuoka Prefecture will hold joint construction industry company information sessions in 4 areas—Kurume, Iizuka, Kitakyushu, and Fukuoka—from November 2026 through February 2027 to promote understanding of the construction industry and create employment opportunities. The free in-person sessions for students and general job seekers will highlight the importance of construction in the AI era, improved working conditions (the new 3K), and digital transformation.
Facts
From November 2026
Through February 2027
4 regions across the prefecture
Number of participating companies: approximately 20 (planned)
Number of participating companies: approximately 30 (planned)
Number of participating companies: approximately 50 (planned)
A new building for the child development support center “chouchou（シュシュ）” was completed in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in October 2026. It is scheduled to open between December 2026 and January 2027.
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株式会社ワンライフ completed a new building for its child development support center “chouchou（シュシュ）” in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in October 2026, and plans to open it between December 2026 and January 2027.
株式会社りらいぶ announces gold partnership agreement with women’s volleyball team “NECレッドロケッツ川崎”
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株式会社りらいぶ has signed a gold partnership agreement with women’s volleyball team “NECレッドロケッツ川崎” for the 2026-27 season. The company will equip the team’s uniforms with its proprietary “Relive Engine” technology and provide functional apparel to support player conditioning.
The KK Line (former Tokyo Expressway) becomes a nighttime art venue. Tokyo Sky Corridor (KK Line) “Roof Park Art Fes 2026”
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東京都 and 東京高速道路株式会社 will hold “Roof Park Art Fes 2026,” the first art event to make use of the KK Line (former Tokyo Expressway), starting November 21, 2026. The program will include an installation by YOSHIROTTEN and a performance by 瀬戸内サーカスファクトリー. Ticket sales begin on October 16.
Community-collaborative art event “COLOR TRACKS -Connecting Oimachi through Color and Art, This Autumn-” to be held at OIMACHI TRACKS for 2 days, October 31 (Sat.) and November 1 (Sun)!
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一般社団法人大井町トラックスエリアマネジメント will hold the community-collaborative art event “COLOR TRACKS” at OIMACHI TRACKS on October 31 and November 1, 2026. With support from 三菱鉛筆 (o-i STUDIO), 株式会社ニコン, and 日本ペイント株式会社, the event will feature workshops using colored pencils, cameras, and paint, as well as the creation of a participatory symbolic artwork.
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Oct. 31, 2026
Nov. 1
More than 500 types
1917
1881
2024
June 13, 2025
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人大井町トラックスエリアマネジメント、o-i STUDIO、三菱鉛筆、株式会社ニコン、日本ペイント株式会社、ニッペホームプロダクツ株式会社、TENGU WORKS、NOMAL ART COMPANY、JRE MALL
The women-only personal training gym “O2GYM,” operated by 株式会社リベティ, will launch a corporate employee benefits plan in September 2026. The plan costs 5,000 yen per employee per month, with a flexible fee structure that charges 0 yen in months when no one uses the service.
Ikeda Senshu Bank to hold special campaign marking the 20th anniversary of its “Sumire no Hana Time Deposit”
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株式会社池田泉州銀行 will hold a special campaign to mark the 20th anniversary of the launch of its “Sumire no Hana Time Deposit.” The number of invitations to the Takarazuka Revue in 2027 will be doubled, with 2,000 pairs, or 4,000 people, invited by lottery. The campaign will also include a question feature for image character Sakura Haruno and the launch of a special website.
Customer portal “YonMill” jointly developed by Yonyaku and ファーマクラウド
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株式会社よんやく and 株式会社ファーマクラウド have jointly developed “YonMill,” a customer portal site designed to improve convenience for dispensing pharmacies and other users. The service will launch on October 15, 2026.
Taking Japanese music to the world! Overseas showcase concert “matsuri” makes its Asian debut! To be held at UOB LIVE in Bangkok, Thailand, on February 13, 2027 (Sat.), as a special concert marking the 140th anniversary of Japan-Thailand relations!
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The “MUSIC WAY PROJECT,” a collaborative project by 一般社団法人カルチャー アンド エンタテインメント産業振興会 and TOYOTA GROUP, announced that “matsuri ‘27: Japanese Music Experience BANGKOK,” the Asian debut of the overseas showcase “matsuri” promoting Japanese music culture around the world, will be held at UOB LIVE in Bangkok, Thailand, on February 13, 2027. Marking the 140th anniversary of Japan-Thailand relations, the event will feature LiSA, milet, and AiNA THE END, among others. Tickets go on sale through THAI TICKET MAJOR on November 1, 2026.
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Saturday, Feb. 13, 2027
140th anniversary of Japan-Thailand relations
The first Los Angeles performance, held in March 2025
Core Concept Technology receives the “2026 Best Partner Award” from 株式会社DTS
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株式会社コアコンセプト・テクノロジー (CCT), which provides DX support and IT talent procurement support, received the “2026 Best Partner Award” from 株式会社DTS. The award recognizes its contribution to DTS’s business growth through its high technical capabilities and ability to build teams in areas including infrastructure.
【鉄道博物館】Get a sneak preview of future ticket gates!! Launch of the “Facial Recognition Ticket Gate Experience Exhibit”
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鉄道博物館 will launch an interactive exhibit featuring facial recognition ticket gates on Oct. 21, 2026, with support from JR East Mechatronics and Panasonic Connect.
Chuo Jidosha Kogyo named sponsor of レッドハリケーンズ大阪’s home-season opening game for 3 consecutive years; CENTRAL Premium Match to be held on Saturday, Dec. 19
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Chuo Jidosha Kogyo will sponsor レッドハリケーンズ大阪’s home-season opening game in JAPAN RUGBY LEAGUE ONE 2026-27 DIVISION 2 for 3 consecutive years. The “CENTRAL Premium Match,” to be held at Yanmar Stadium Nagai on Dec. 19, will feature a coating products experience booth and participatory events.
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2026-27
DIVISION 2
Dec. 19 (Sat)
Kickoff at 14:30
8117
Companies mentioned：中央自動車工業株式会社、レッドハリケーンズ大阪、清水建設江東ブルーシャークス、JAPAN RUGBY LEAGUE ONE
Partnership with corporate research media “norm”; joint project launched to connect students’ company research with corporate recruitment communications
English school “90 English” appears on “PIVOT”; special guests 尾﨑美紀 and 坂東工 from “The Bachelorette” series
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The English school “90 English,” operated by 90株式会社, appeared on “&questions,” a program on the business video media platform “PIVOT.” Special guests 尾﨑美紀 and 坂東工 joined the show to discuss the effects and methods of learning English.
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VERSANT score up 18 points
After 1 year and a half of lessons
3 30-minute lessons per week
Daily assignments receive feedback via LINE within 24 hours
Union Think’s “Quality Designer for GxP” highlights its implementation at 万協製薬
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株式会社ユニオンシンク has presented a case study of 万協製薬’s adoption of its in-house-developed “Quality Designer for GxP.” The company has centralized document management across multiple plants and streamlined the creation of quality event documents through integration with EQUES’s AI, “QAI Generator.”
A school festival created through collaboration with local communities and businesses, “TECHNOS Festival 2026,” to be held Oct. 31 (Sat.) and Nov. 1 (Sun.)
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総合学院テクノスカレッジ will hold “TECHNOS Festival 2026” on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026. The festival is organized by students through collaborations with local communities and businesses. Its theme is “Layers.” Admission is free.
千葉県立関宿城博物館 FY Reiwa 8 special exhibition “Sekiyado in the Warring States Period—A Matchless Place (むそうのめいち)”
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千葉県立関宿城博物館 will hold the special exhibition “Sekiyado in the Warring States Period—A Matchless Place (むそうのめいち)” from Oct. 3 to Nov. 29, Reiwa 8. The exhibition brings together items associated with Hojo Ujiyasu and Uesugi Kenshin and explores the significance of the battles over Sekiyado Castle.
A special talk show by Takanori Nishikawa confirmed for “Oshiro Expo 2026”!
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A special talk show by Takanori Nishikawa, Shiga Prefecture tourism campaign ambassador, will be held at “Oshiro Expo 2026.” Advance sales of admission tickets through ローソンチケット will begin on Oct. 17.
愛媛FC × HA-LU releases all 8 episodes of a vertical short drama about being a fan!
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株式会社HA-LU has produced a vertical short drama about being a fan in collaboration with 愛媛FC. All 8 episodes have been available on 愛媛FC’s official social media since Aug. 4, 2026. Player Ryota Abe also appears.
Applications open for companies to present at “FINOPITCH 2027,” a global pitch contest for FinTech startups
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株式会社FINOLAB announced that it will hold the global pitch contest “FINOPITCH 2027” as part of “FIN/SUM 2027” on March 4 and 5, 2027, in partnership with 日本経済新聞社 and 三菱地所株式会社. Applications are open to FinTech startups in Japan and overseas. The deadline is Dec. 31, 2026, for overseas companies and Jan. 15, 2027, for domestic companies.
Okinawa-born aloha shirt brand PAIKAJI collaborates with OKINAWA GOLF CLUB; new polo shirts unveiled
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株式会社ジュネ's aloha shirt brand PAIKAJI and キューカンパニー株式会社's golf brand OKINAWA GOLF CLUB have collaborated on new polo shirts, which will go on sale on October 1, 2026. The price is 29,700 yen.
URALAA achieves world's first commercialization of “8K immersive live” using only standard fiber-optic lines; press briefing and hands-on event to be held Sunday, October 25
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URALAA株式会社 announced that it had achieved the world's first commercial streaming of 8K immersive live using only standard fiber-optic lines. A press conference will be held on October 25, 2026.
【ウェスティンホテル大阪】Savor the flavors of Hokuriku in Osaka, from a 6-day “izakaya event” to kaiseki, teppanyaki and tempura.
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A fair featuring ingredients from Hokuriku will be held at the Japanese restaurant “はなの” at ウェスティンホテル大阪 from November 1 to December 30, 2026. It will offer a diverse menu, including a limited-time izakaya-style event, kaiseki, teppanyaki and tempura.
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Sunday, November 1–Wednesday, December 30, 2026
¥10,000 per person
Around 30 varieties of Hokuriku sake accompaniments
OVER ALLs to create mural commemorating the 100th anniversary of 日本ラグビーフットボール協会
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株式会社OVER ALLs has decided to create a mural commemorating the 100th anniversary of 日本ラグビーフットボール協会, and will display it at Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium in Tokyo on October 24, 2026.
ホテルオークラJRハウステンボス changes its hotel brand to オリエンタルホテルズ＆リゾーツ
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JR Kyushu Hotels and Resorts Co., Ltd. announced that it had signed a franchise agreement with 株式会社ホテルマネージメントジャパン and will reopen ホテルオークラJRハウステンボス under the new brand オリエンタルホテルJRハウステンボス on October 1, 2027.