‘47 × Baskin Robbins exclusive collaboration collection launches Oct. 24 (Sat.) at THE STAND / JOURNAL STANDARD
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
An exclusive collaboration collection by '47 and Baskin Robbins will launch on Oct. 24 at THE STAND and JOURNAL STANDARD, operated by 株式会社ベイクルーズ.
Facts
8 styles in total
¥5,500-
¥6,050-
Companies mentioned:株式会社ベイクルーズ、THE STAND fool so good(s)、JOURNAL STANDARD、'47、Baskin Robbins、サーティワン アイスクリーム、VISIT JOURNAL STANDARD、株式会社Saint James Japon、株式会社WILL WORKS、株式会社LADUREE JAPON、株式会社ル・プチメック
One of the largest festivals in 横浜市! The 11th Tsurumi Uchina Festival celebrates Okinawan food and culture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 11th Tsurumi Uchina Festival will be held for 2 days, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, at Irifune Park in 鶴見区, 横浜市. The large-scale event offers visitors the chance to experience Okinawan food and culture and attracts approximately 50,000 visitors each year.
Enjoy craft beer at Kyoto Station! Participating breweries announced for “Kyoto Station Building Beer Festa 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The “Kyoto Station Building Beer Festa 2026” will be held at Kyoto Station Building, operated by 京都駅ビル開発株式会社, on Nov. 13 and 14, 2026, with 11 breweries participating from the Kansai, Hokuriku, Chugoku, and Shikoku regions.
Shine for hair, firmness for the scalp. “Kuu,” from a salon ranked No. 1 in the head spa market (*1), to exhibit at “Beautyworld Japan Osaka 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
“Kuu,” the hair and scalp care brand of 株式会社Qvou, will exhibit for the first time at “Beautyworld Japan Osaka 2026,” held at INTEX Osaka from Oct. 19, 2026.
TESSグループ holds site tour for institutional investors and analysts at the Shizuoka Kikugawa Battery Storage Facility
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
On Oct. 14, 2026, TESS Holdings held a site tour for institutional investors and analysts at the Shizuoka Kikugawa Battery Storage Facility, which the group is developing, to promote understanding of its energy storage system business.
Cloud Ace sponsors and exhibits at Google Cloud Security Summit '26
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
クラウドエース株式会社 will sponsor and exhibit at “Google Cloud Security Summit '26,” to be held on Oct. 20, 2026. Under the theme “Protect AI. Protect with AI. Protect alongside AI,” the company will introduce measures to address generative AI risks and support for building Agentic SOCs.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
13:00 〜 18:00
Companies mentioned:クラウドエース株式会社、グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社、Google LLC、Wiz, Inc.
京急百貨店 will sell “2026 Winter Gifts and Year-End Gift Sets” online and at its gift center from Oct. 29 to Dec. 16, 2026. It has commissioned リンベル株式会社 to produce the catalog and handle orders, and shipping fees will be the same nationwide.
A little desk companion that loves being petted. AI companion robot “INU” available for presale starting today on Kibidango and GREEN FUNDING
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Ludens AI will launch a crowdfunding presale of “INU,” a palm-sized AI companion robot, on Kibidango and GREEN FUNDING starting Oct. 16, 2026. The planned retail price is ¥39,800 (tax included).
“Nekoichi,” known for its supporting role in the world of cats, selects “Japan’s cat most likely to bring good fortune”! 3 cat experts, including cat photographer Masayuki Oki, judge the entries
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
MOON-X Japan株式会社, which operates the cat supplies brand “猫壱,” announced the 12 winning cats in its photo contest, “Japan’s Cat Most Likely to Bring Good Fortune Championship,” held to coincide with Maneki-neko Day on Sept. 29. The winners in each category were selected from 421 entries by 3 judges, including cat photographer Masayuki Oki.
【フェニックス・シーガイア・リゾート】Crab Fair offers a variety of ways to enjoy winter crab
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
フェニックス・シーガイア・リゾート will hold a Crab Fair at 5 restaurants within the hotel from Dec. 1, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027, serving a variety of dishes made with snow crab and king crab.
【東京エディション虎ノ門・東京エディション銀座】Festive collaboration with artist DAICHI MIURA
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
東京エディション虎ノ門 and 東京エディション銀座 will each display a festive tree, “CRYSTAL TREE” and “ARCH TREE,” in collaboration with artist DAICHI MIURA, and serve a special afternoon tea to match.
Facts
Starting Monday, Nov. 16
Starting Nov. 17 (Tuesday)
Fine Tea Selection: 9,800 yen
13,800 yen with a glass of champagne
Fine Tea Selection: 8,800 yen
Selected for 45th place
Companies mentioned:マリオット・インターナショナル、東京エディション虎ノ門、東京エディション銀座、The World’s 50 Best Hotels
豚丼屋TONTON Gifu “Hashima store” opening date changed
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社マルエイフードテック announced that the opening date of 豚丼屋TONTON’s Gifu “Hashima store” has been changed from Oct. 16, 2026, to Nov. 1 due to equipment problems.
Wins JAXA’s competitive bidding for “Development of a LunaNet LANS Demonstration Receiver”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アークエッジ・スペース won JAXA’s competitive bidding for “Development of a LunaNet LANS Demonstration Receiver.” The receiver will be used to demonstrate interoperability and positioning accuracy among the lunar positioning systems of Japan, the United States and Europe.
One month to go until Round 7 of the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2026 Empowered by BRIDGESTONE, “S-Tai FINAL Grand Appreciation Festival”! “Enjoy Honda 2026” will be held at the same time!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Fuji Speedway will host Round 7 of the “Eneos Super Taikyu Series 2026 Empowered by Bridgestone,” the “S-Tai FINAL Grand Appreciation Festival,” on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026. Held alongside it will be Honda’s hands-on event “Enjoy Honda 2026,” a live performance by rock band FLOW, a national anthem solo by Kenichi, and a Super Garage Sale bringing together a record 62 stores.
Selected as the contract partner for JAXA’s project competition, “Conceptual Design of an LANS Receiver for a Crewed Pressurized Rover”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アークエッジ・スペース has been selected as the contract partner for JAXA’s project competition, “Conceptual Design of an LANS Receiver for a Crewed Pressurized Rover.” The project will develop a conceptual design for an LANS receiver intended to be installed on a crewed pressurized rover for future crewed lunar exploration.
[Healthy Longevity Event] Film Screening and Well-Being Talk Show 2026 (Takenotsuka, Adachi City)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人アジアがんフォーラム held “Stay Healthy and Live a Long Life! Walking Is Living” on Oct. 10, 2026, at the Takenotsuka Community Learning Center in Adachi City, with 196 attendees. The program included a talk session featuring Tadao Kakizoe and others, a film screening, and a haiku awards ceremony.
Kanmon Railway Tunnel Walk and Aluminum Rail Cart Ride Experience Event
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
JR九州 will hold an experience event on Nov. 14, 2026, where participants can tour the main and exploratory tunnels of the Kanmon Railway Tunnel and ride an aluminum cart used for track inspections. The participation fee is 80,000 yen, with a limit of 10 people per session.
[Dexerials] Tree-planting activity held in Ashio Town, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
デクセリアルズ株式会社 carried out a tree-planting activity on Oct. 3, 2026, in Ashio Town, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, in cooperation with NPO法人「足尾に緑を育てる会」. A total of 102 employees and family members took part and planted approximately 100 saplings.
Two new colors, Coral Beige and Siberian Gray, join the REALDEⓇ series exterior wall material “REALDE®/Stone Type”! Three stone-look options now available.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
東レ建材株式会社 will add 2 new colors, Coral Beige and Siberian Gray, to its “REALDE®/Stone Type” exterior wall material and launch them nationwide in October 2026.
[M&A Support Organization Association] Announces 15 nominees for the “M&A Awards 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人M&A支援機関協会 announced 15 nominees for the “M&A Awards 2026.” The final competition will be held on Dec. 10, 2026, following selection from 67 submissions.
Facts
15 nominated deals
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026
10-minute presentation for each deal
67 submissions were received from member companies
Equal management integration by 3 veterinary hospital groups
20 years of experience and more than 1,500 deals to date
More than 1,500 deals to date
A proprietary network of more than 2,000 professional executives
Involved in more than 400 M&A deals
Companies mentioned:一般社団法人M&A支援機関協会、JPタワーホール&カンファレンス、DANコンサルティング株式会社、有限会社大藪運送、株式会社柳川合同、M&Aキャピタルパートナーズ株式会社、株式会社瑞穂食品工業、中小革新基盤株式会社、宝産業株式会社、株式会社吉野家ホールディングス、インクグロウ株式会社、湧別小型運送株式会社、ジーライオングループ、名南M&A株式会社、有限会社熊澤工業、株式会社H・I・Kホールディングス、株式会社M&A ベストパートナーズ、ジョイタム株式会社、能代電設工業株式会社、株式会社M&A総合研究所、三井観光株式会社、株式会社温故知新、株式会社おきぎんサクセスパートナーズ、有限会社識名酒造、南島酒販株式会社、株式会社オンデック、アイ動物医療センターグループ、ウイル動物病院グループ、エルザ動物病院グループ、インテグラル株式会社、株式会社ストライク、株式会社アピカル、SOUキッズケア株式会社、SOUホールディングス株式会社、SOUグループ、株式会社ヒルストン、後藤鉱泉所、森本 繁郎、株式会社ライトライト、有限会社ミカエル堂、株式会社egumiculture、株式会社事業承継通信社、株式会社甚べい、株式会社PLUS2、株式会社日本M&Aセンター、株式会社ヤマネホールディングス、道南石油株式会社、三和エナジー株式会社、株式会社ノジマ、東京大学応用資本市場研究センター、株式会社グッド・ニュースアンドカンパニーズ、中小企業庁、株式会社青山トラスト会計社、Sansan株式会社、株式会社J-Capital、日本M&AセンターHDグループ、日本投資ファンド、J-FUN、日本サーチファンド、J-Search、A to G Capital、マラトンキャピタルパートナーズ株式会社、株式会社山田エスクロー信託、株式会社Art to Heritage、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社、株式会社M&A会計ファイナンス、Datasite Japan合同会社、Ideals Japan 合同会社、株式会社タス、弁護士法人M&A総合法律事務所、一般社団法人日本デューデリジェンス協会
A live broadcast of Stray Kids’ latest Japan tour is confirmed! Watch the Tokyo Dome concert on the Stray Kids World Tour <RUN IT JAPAN> on Lemino starting at 16:59 on Saturday, Nov. 7!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社WOWOW Lemino has announced that the Tokyo Dome concert on Stray Kids’ latest Japan tour will be broadcast live on its streaming service “Lemino” starting at 16:59 on Nov. 7, 2026.
Event preparation enters a new era with AI agents. EventHub MCP, the first official MCP server from a domestic event marketing platform, is now available.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社EventHub has released “EventHub MCP,” an official MCP server that allows AI agents to access event information. The initiative, the first of its kind from a domestic event marketing platform, aims to improve marketers’ work efficiency and help them focus on planning. The company is also seeking 5 co-creation partners and plans to hold a webinar in October 2026.
Winners of the Mori Business Awards 2026 announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
林野庁 announced 9 winners of the “Mori Business Awards 2026,” which recognizes companies and others engaged in forest-based business: 1 Grand Prix winner and 8 runners-up. The awards ceremony will be held on Oct. 29, Reiwa 8.
Facts
85 applications
Grand Prix (Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award): 1 entry
Runner-up Grand Prix (林野庁 Director-General's Award): 8 entries
A major exhibition marking the 10th anniversary of KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS: “BEYOND THE STRAND: A Voyage of Creation and Challenge”—the largest exhibition ever by Kojima Productions! Exhibition details reveal the behind-the-scenes story of 10 years of production
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社コジマプロダクション will hold “BEYOND THE STRAND: A Voyage of Creation and Challenge,” a major exhibition marking its 10th anniversary, at Azabudai Hills Gallery from October 31 to December 20, 2026. The exhibition will feature the first public display of a “DEATH STRANDING” prototype, previously unreleased materials, and information about “OD - KNOCK,” as well as large-scale displays including a real-time connection to the office and life-size character statues. Collaborative menu items with businesses in Azabudai Hills will also be offered.
Facts
10th anniversary
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Sunday, Dec. 20
360° video installation
A giant screen with a diameter of 6 m
1,980 yen each (tax included)
GHOST MECH suitcase band: 2,420 yen (tax included)
DEATH STRANDING 3D stickers: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Ludens clear cards (10 designs, random): 440 yen each (tax included)
(Set of 10 designs): 4,400 yen (tax included)
Seafood pizza by Pizza ATAMI: 2,420 yen
Raspberry cake from that day: 1,480 yen
Kojima Productions “BEYOND THE STRAND” latte (Director Kojima and Duck Ludens): 990 yen
ROOTS OF THE FUTURE produced by YOSHIMITSU KOJIMA: 2,000 yen
To mark its 3rd anniversary, Kyoto Tsutaya Bookstore will hold “resonance,” a group exhibition featuring 6 artists—伊庭靖子, 岩崎貴宏, 大西伸明, 金氏徹平, 佐々木類, and フランシス真悟—from October 24, 2026.
Facts
Original2026年10月24日(土)~11月17日(火)
Tuesday, Nov. 17
It has held 180 exhibitions to date
Original10月24 日(土)11:00より店頭にて販売開始
11:00~20:00
Original最終日のみ18:00まで
A market event featuring 32 participating groups
100-Book Art Fair
Opens Saturday, October 17
About 60,000 books
SHARE LOUNGE with about 120 seats
10:30〜20:00
Companies mentioned:カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、CCC ART LAB、京都髙島屋 S.C.、京都 蔦屋書店、MISA SHIN GALLERY、ダイムラークライスラーグループ、文化庁、東京都美術館、神奈川県立近代美術館鎌倉館、国立新美術館、府中市美術館、横須賀美術館、平塚市美術館、滋賀県立近代美術館、京都市京セラ美術館、国立国際美術館、群馬県立館林美術館、東京オペラシティアートギャラリー、資生堂アートハウス、株式会社大林組、The Cleveland Museum of Art、広島市立大学、エジンバラ・カレッジ・オブ・アート、ヴェネチア・ビエンナーレ、金津創作の森美術館、ポートランド日本庭園、NGV International、アジアソサエティ、タカシマヤ、平櫛田中賞、京都市立芸術大学、市原湖畔美術館、Click Ten Art Space、ジャパン・ソサエティ、ART SG 2024、マリーナベイ・サンズ、東京都現代美術館、太田市美術館・図書館、横浜美術館、森美術館、広島市現代美術館、高松市美術館、豊田市美術館、金沢21世紀美術館、KADIST、Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art、武蔵野美術大学、ロードアイランドスクールオブデザイン、Bullseye Glass Co.、Hanmi Meyer、コーニングガラス美術館、富山ガラス大賞展、富山市ガラス美術館、ノルウェー国立美術館、国立工芸館、国際芸術祭あいち2025、ニューヨークタイムズ、セゾン現代美術館、マーティン美術館、銀座メゾンエルメスフォーラム、茅ヶ崎市美術館、JPモーガン・チェース、スペイン銀行、フレデリック・R・ワイズマン財団、森アートコレクション、セゾン美術館、ANOMALY、ART FRONT GALLERY、MA2 Gallery
株式会社ギオン will establish Takatsuki Center, a large-scale facility covering approximately 5,700 tsubo, in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture, and work to strengthen and expand its food logistics network from October 2026.
We will hold “The Future of the Region Forum Connected by the Crested Ibis in Noto: Creating Regional Value and Intellectual Property Through the Release of Crested Ibises”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 中部経済産業局電力・ガス事業北陸支局 will hold “The Future of the Region Forum Connected by the Crested Ibis” in 羽咋市, 石川県, on October 31, 2026. Marking the first release of crested ibises on Honshu, the forum will provide an opportunity to exchange views on creating value and revitalizing communities through the use of regional brands and intellectual property.
Sales of an “AI agent” that transforms municipal operations end-to-end to begin in April 2027
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アイネス will begin selling an “AI agent” in April 2027 to provide end-to-end support for municipal services, including welfare operations. The company will integrate it with WebRings and offer an AI screening solution for the welfare sector to address the decline in the number of local government employees and challenges caused by reliance on individual staff members.
Hirokazu Ibata, former manager of Japan’s national baseball team “Samurai Japan,” and top SG racers share their thoughts! Special talk show to be held at Centrair!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ボートレースとこなめ will hold a pre-event for the SG Challenge Cup on October 24 and 25 at 中部国際空港セントレア, featuring talk shows with Hirokazu Ibata and top racers.
Release of a commemorative video celebrating the birth of “なつひめ,” a new Niigata rice variety, and the sheet music for an original song
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
新潟県 has released a commemorative video celebrating the birth of “なつひめ,” a new rice variety debuting in Reiwa 8, along with sheet music for an original song, on a dedicated website. The song was composed by 宮下秀樹 and performed by 日本文理高等学校吹奏楽部.
Amgen and the Japan Society for the Study of Obesity sign memorandum on industry-academia collaboration to advance research and countermeasures for obesity-related diseases
Tokyo Musical Instrument Expo 2026 to be held at the National Museum of Nature and Science in Tokyo from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2026!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Tokyo Musical Instrument Expo 2026, organized by 一般社団法人JSPA and メジャーセブンス株式会社, will be held at the National Museum of Nature and Science on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026. More than 210 brands from 75 companies will exhibit, adult admission is 3,000 yen, and organizers expect more than 10,000 visitors.
Facts
The 2 days of Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, and Sunday, Nov. 1
75 companies
More than 210 brands
Adults: 3,000 yen
Advance tickets cost 2,500 yen
More than 10,000 visitors
Companies mentioned:一般社団法人JSPA、メジャーセブンス株式会社、Yamaha Music Japan、株式会社ミュージックトレード社
Subscriptions and viewing for “NBA docomo” to begin through “DAZN”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社NTTドコモ will begin offering subscriptions and viewing for “NBA docomo” through “DAZN” on Oct. 16, 2026. The season plan costs 16,500 yen and the monthly plan costs 2,728 yen, including tax.
Keio-based AdipoSeeds completes fundraising to advance domestic company-led clinical trials of ASCL-PLC, a multifunctional platelet derived from adipose tissue, and fully launch its PRP business
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社AdipoSeeds, a venture launched from 慶應義塾大学医学部, has completed fundraising through a third-party allotment of shares to 東邦ホールディングス and コージンバイオ. It will move ahead with domestic company-led clinical trials of ASCL-PLC and a full-scale launch of its PRP business.
関西学院大学体育会陸上競技部 wins the men’s 4×400m relay at the 110th Japan National Championships Relay, claiming its first national title in 80 years
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
関西学院大学体育会陸上競技部 won the men’s 4×400m relay at the 110th Japan National Championships Relay, held at MUFG Stadium on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026, claiming its first national title in 80 years since 1946.
Tama City and Reykjavik, Iceland, establish sister-city ties; “Icelandic-style Machi Bar” to be held at 20 locations in the city!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Tama City established sister-city ties with Reykjavik, Iceland, on Oct. 15, 2026. To mark the partnership, the 2nd Tama City Icelandic-style Machi Bar will be held at 20 locations in the city in November. A report meeting on the sister-city partnership, featuring Chiaki Horan as a guest, will also take place on Nov. 17.
A solution to the carpenter shortage: first construction demonstration of “large wooden panels” to be conducted in Saga Prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社FPコーポレーション conducted the first construction demonstration of “large wooden panels,” which it is developing as a solution to the carpenter shortage, in Saga Prefecture on Sept. 2, 2026, completing assembly in about 6 hours.
“Katatsukedō FC National Convention” set for Thursday, Oct. 22! — Franchisees from across Japan gather for a day to consider the future under the theme “Safety, Trust, AI: Toward Katatsukedō, a Brand Customers Keep Choosing” —
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社片付け堂 will hold the 9th Katatsukedō Franchise National Convention on Oct. 22, 2026. The theme is “Safety, Trust, AI.” Hiroo Chikaraishi of トーマスアンドチカライシ株式会社 will deliver the keynote address.
“Innovative Treatment Development Fund” supporting research toward a cure for Parkinson’s disease selects 4 grant recipients
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
公益財団法人日本プライベートトラスト財団 announced the establishment of the “Innovative Treatment Development Fund,” which aims to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease, and said it will provide funding to 4 researchers for 2 years and 6 months starting in October 2026.
NEXTES secures syndicated loan totaling 2 billion yen, using the “Debt Guarantee Program for Facilitating the Commercialization of Innovative Technology Research Results”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社NEXTES has secured a syndicated loan totaling 2 billion yen using 中小機構’s debt guarantee program. 商工中金 served as arranger, with 8 regional financial institutions participating. The funds will be used to strengthen production capacity for stationary storage batteries and for research and development.
[Nagoya Sakae Mitsukoshi] “Salon de Parfum 2026” to be held, bringing together 47 fragrance brands, including 7 making their Nagoya debut
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Nagoya Sakae Mitsukoshi will hold “Salon de Parfum 2026,” one of the largest fragrance festivals in the Tokai region, at special venues on the 3rd and 4th floors from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, 2026. The number of participating brands will rise from 33 last year to 47, with a diverse lineup including 7 brands making their Nagoya debut.
Facts
47 brands
33 brands last year
7 brands making their debut in the Nagoya area
21 brands making their first appearance at Salon de Parfum in Nagoya
Marking its 14th edition
It reaches its 4th edition
Limited to 1,000 bottles worldwide
Companies mentioned:株式会社名古屋三越、伊勢丹新宿店、ACQUA DI NAXOS、ナワズ、プルミエノート、ヴァポマンダム、ル クヴォン メゾン ド パルファム、エマキ、サベマソン、ホテルドーソン、アワイネル、破天荒、リナーリ、テアトロ・フレグランツェ・ウニケ、株式会社ブルジョン、サノマ、ラニュイ パルファン
— Let’s talk movies with your movie-loving girlfriend. — An AI conversation service launches from “A Cinematic Girl,” a character project built around a love of film, and will serve as a concierge at the Tokyo International Film Festival!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
An interactive AI agent service powered by generative AI has launched from the character project 『A Cinematic Girl』 developed by 東京テアトル株式会社. Users can talk about movies with a girl who loves films, and the service also serves as a concierge for the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival, to be held in October 2026.
【Yao City, Osaka Prefecture】Pedal de Mitsukeru YAO: Enjoy craftsmanship and tourism in autumn in 八尾市
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
八尾市 has created 3 model itineraries offering experiences in craftsmanship and tourism to coincide with the open-factory event “FactorISM(ファクトリズム),” being held from October 22 to 25, Reiwa 8, and has published them on its official Instagram account.
Dogan establishes the Kumamoto Issue-Solving Fund, a startup investment fund aimed at addressing challenges in Kumamoto
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ドーガン established the Kumamoto Issue-Solving Fund in August, Reiwa 8, to invest in startups seeking to address regional challenges in Kumamoto Prefecture. The fund has a maximum size of 2 billion yen, with local financial institutions such as Higo Bank and Kumamoto Bank as investors. It will invest in companies with technologies for addressing issues such as traffic congestion and digital transformation.
Move to the rhythm beneath the morning sky, 229m above Shibuya. “AOZORA DISCO Vol.2,” a morning functional dance session for beginners led by 2 dancers, will be held on Sunday, Nov. 15!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社GEKI will hold “AOZORA DISCO Vol.2,” a morning functional dance session for beginners led by 2 dancers, at SHIBUYA SKY on Nov. 15.
Strengthening comprehensive customer-acquisition support for the era of AI search (AIO), built on social media management and MEO measures. 株式会社ネルプ revamps its official website
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ネルプ has revamped its official website to strengthen comprehensive customer-acquisition support for the era of AI search (AIO), building on social media management and MEO measures.
MDM and PC management service “OPTiM Biz” strengthens measures against information leaks
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社オプティム will update its MDM and PC management service “OPTiM Biz” to version 10.7 on October 18, 2026, expanding its file operation log collection capabilities to strengthen measures against information leaks.
Broadcast and telecommunications equipment turned into trading cards! Hands-on booth offers fun ways to learn
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
シンクレイヤ株式会社 will exhibit at “Industrial Fair in Kani 2026,” to be held on October 24, 2026, distributing original trading cards featuring broadcast and telecommunications equipment and displaying products that have received Good Design Awards.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of 『Spice and Wolf』! Special folding containers inspired by the packhorse cart and wooden crates featured in the story are here!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
URAKITA工房, operated by 株式会社愛鷹製作所, will begin accepting preorders on October 16, 2026, for folding container boxes with transparent windows, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the light novel 『Spice and Wolf』.
【For inbound tourism businesses only】Wholesale and export center for Japanese clothing accessories opens
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本リユースシステム株式会社 has opened a wholesale and export center for Japanese clothing accessories and upcycled products in Chiba Prefecture, unveiling it for the first time at an exhibition at Tokyo Big Sight. The center offers more than 100,000 items and operates by reservation only for inbound tourism businesses. It has also begun taking orders for “Kimono Upcycle Cloth OHARIKO,” which aims to support people with disabilities and those living in poverty.
Agreement at an ITU-T industry leaders’ meeting to advance international standardization discussions on quantum computers and quantum networks using optical communication technology
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
At the CxO Roundtable hosted by ITU-T in New Delhi, India, on October 7, 2026, NTT proposed international dialogue on future networks connecting quantum computers with AI, data centers and other technologies, and participants agreed to continue discussions on international standardization. It was also decided that the 2027 CxO Roundtable would be held in Japan.
Sotetsu Real Estate develops “Gracia Life Yokohama Yumegaoka Air,” a decarbonized home designed to achieve a negative CO2 emissions balance 【Sotetsu Real Estate】
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Sotetsu Real Estate developed “Gracia Life Yokohama Yumegaoka Air,” a decarbonized home designed to achieve a negative CO2 emissions balance. Construction was completed in September 2026.
Facts
Completed in September 2026
Reduces pollen entering the home by approximately 86%※3
Venture Café Tokyo, which leads the creation of global innovation ecosystems, establishes an advisory board with 9 experts for Yokohama networking program “YOKOHAMA CONNÉCT”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人ベンチャー・カフェ東京 has established an advisory board for “YOKOHAMA CONNÉCT,” a networking program held at Yokohama City’s “TECH HUB YOKOHAMA,” appointing 9 experts.
Facts
Operating in 16 cities worldwide
9 leading figures in their respective fields appointed
株式会社シンク・ネイチャー will send a team of 5 experts to the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP17), which will be held in Yerevan, Armenia, starting in October 2026. Through events it hosts at the Data to Action Pavilion and briefings, the company will advocate for the co-creation of a biodiversity data ecosystem.
Photographer Fuka Kamada's first solo exhibition, “Where Light Looms,” to be held at カメラのキタムラ Osaka Namba CITY store
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
“Where Light Looms,” the first solo exhibition by photographer Fuka Kamada, will be held from Oct. 31, 2026, to Nov. 29 at the カメラのキタムラ Osaka Namba CITY store, operated by 株式会社キタムラ.
プリペアード: Highly regarded AI call recording and automatic summarization service “RecACE plus” seeks its first model businesses in Ibaraki Prefecture, including for customer harassment response
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社プリペアード is seeking model businesses in Ibaraki Prefecture for its AI call recording and automatic summarization service “RecACE plus,” to be the first to do so in the prefecture, and will test measures against customer harassment and ways to improve operational efficiency.
Participants announced for the domestic seafood cooking contest at the 12th Fish-1 Grand Prix (2026 fiscal year)!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 8 entries selected for the domestic seafood cooking contest at the 12th Fish-1 Grand Prix (2026 fiscal year) have been announced. The event will be held in Odaiba on Dec. 6, 2026.
Announcement: “Hanshin Tigers 2026 JERA Central League Championship Commemorative Lottery” to go on sale
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ジュウロクホウイ will release the prize lottery “Hanshin Tigers 2026 JERA Central League Championship Commemorative Lottery” in late November 2026 to mark the Hanshin Tigers' 2026 Central League championship.
HRクラウド to speak at the “Acaric Summit Premium HR and Recruitment EXPO,” held Oct. 21–23.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HRクラウド株式会社 will speak at the “Acaric Summit Premium HR and Recruitment EXPO,” held Oct. 21–23, 2026, and give a presentation on how to design the candidate experience (CX).
Final results announced for lithium-ion battery collection at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building using the “Bin-e” AI automated sorting recycling bin: 16,103 items collected in approximately 3 months
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社フォーステック and KDDI announced the final results of a campaign by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, “Recovering Resources from Tokyo's Mines: Lithium-Ion Battery Collection Campaign at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.” Using the “Bin-e” AI automated sorting recycling bin, they collected 16,103 items over approximately 3 months.
Facts
16,103 items
6,653 people in total
5,114 items
More than 95%
Companies mentioned:株式会社フォーステック、KDDI株式会社、Bine社、Bine Sp. z o.o.
Neotrust, which provides BPO services including payroll and social insurance administration, completely revamps its corporate website
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Neotrust, a subsidiary of 日本管財ホールディングス, completely revamped its corporate website on Sept. 16, 2026, to strengthen the information it provides to job seekers and businesses.
mct representative Hideaki Shirane to speak at “Sales and Marketing DXPO Tokyo '26 Autumn”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社mct Representative Director and CEO 白根英昭 will speak at the marketing course of “Sales and Marketing DXPO Tokyo '26 Autumn” on Nov. 20, 2026, giving a presentation on building brand value through CX (customer experience).
Made-to-measure 『KASHIYAMA』 to sell official suits for NECレッドロケッツ川崎's 2026-27 SV.LEAGUE season in limited quantities at stores nationwide from Saturday, October 17
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社オンワードパーソナルスタイル's made-to-measure brand 『KASHIYAMA』 will sell official suits for NECレッドロケッツ川崎 of SV.LEAGUE WOMEN's 2026-27 season in limited quantities at stores nationwide from October 17.
Serverworks launches “Claude Implementation Package on Amazon Bedrock”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社サーバーワークス has launched “Claude Implementation Package on Amazon Bedrock,” which sets up authentication, auditing, cost management and security features for using Claude through Amazon Bedrock.
Mie Prefecture strawberries, Okuise yuzu and Ise tea feature in Christmas cakes: ホテルグリーンパーク津 “Grissier” opens reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ホテルグリーンパーク津, operated by 株式会社グリーンズ, has begun selling its 2026 Christmas cakes, “Royal Christmas” and “Chocolat, Thé et Agrumes,” made with ingredients including Mie Prefecture strawberries and Okuise yuzu. A total of 90 cakes are available. Reservations are open through Dec. 15, 2026.
[2 times the chance to win an 18-year-old Yamazaki!!] Latest whisky lottery goes on sale October 16 to mark 75,000 sets sold
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
タチバナE酒販, operated by 株式会社アップライジング, will begin selling the “Luxury Whisky Lottery No. 161” on Oct. 16, 2026. To mark total sales surpassing 75,000 sets across the series, the chance of winning a first prize has increased to 2 times the previous level, and an 18-year-old Yamazaki is among the top prizes. The price is 3,980 yen (tax included) plus 990 yen shipping. During the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, the Amazon store will offer a 5% discount.
[CAMPARI RED HANDS APAC 2026] 6 semifinalists selected for the Japan competition!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
CAMPARI JAPAN株式会社 announced that it has selected 6 semifinalists for the Japanese competition of “CAMPARI RED HANDS APAC 2026,” to be held in Tokyo on Nov. 12. The winner will compete in the Asian competition in Milan, Italy, in January 2027.
Facts
6 semifinalists
Nov. 12 (Thu.)
Since its launch in 1860
10 Asian countries
January 2027
Companies mentioned:CAMPARI JAPAN株式会社、Campari Group、SPIRITS BAR Sunface SHINJUKU、El Lequio、TABAYA United Arrows Cafe & Bar、HUGE THE RIGOLETTO、Mizunara : In Tokyo、Canes & Tales, Waldorf Astoria Osaka
Fruta Fruta signs memorandum of understanding (MOU) with トメアス総合農業共同組合 (CAMTA) in Brazil
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社フルッタフルッタ has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with トメアス総合農業共同組合 (CAMTA) in Brazil for the introduction of biochar manufacturing equipment and cooperation on overseas sales of acai and other products.
Facts
July 24, 2026
One-fifth of the investment
15,000 tons of acai handled
Sales of ¥10 billion
6 months
Fiscal year ending March 2027
Companies mentioned:株式会社フルッタフルッタ、トメアス総合農業共同組合、CAMTA、Cooperativa Agrícola Mista de Tomé-Açu
SWATCH DESTINATION ART: Celebrating Tokyo and Japan through the lens of time
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Swatch will release 2 limited-edition watches, “EXPRESSWAY TO THE FUTURE” and “BRIDGE TO THE PAST,” created in collaboration with artist つちもちしんじ. The works, themed around Tokyo and Japan, will go on sale from Oct. 16, 2026.
モビリティリゾートもてぎ, operated by ホンダモビリティランド株式会社, has received the Forestry Agency Director-General’s Award at 林野庁’s “Forest Business Awards.” The award recognized its efforts in forest conservation, regional collaboration and environmental education.
From group analysis to action in 90 days: Launch of a workplace improvement plan following stress checks
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has launched BODY PALETTE, a workplace improvement plan for companies that have received group analysis results from stress checks, guiding them through implementation of measures in 90 days.
Facts
Progressing over 90 days
Set challenges and assign responsibilities in the 1st month
Suupeas to host new joint live event series “夢の待ち合わせ Vol.1” in Ikebukuro on Tuesday, Dec. 15! Featuring 大渕野々花 and halca. Advance ticket lottery applications now open!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Suupeas’s joint live event series “夢の待ち合わせ Vol.1” will be held at アニメイトシアター on Dec. 15, 2026, featuring 大渕野々花 and halca. Advance ticket lottery applications are now open on TIGET.
See the young talents shaping the future of Japanese soccer in real time! スポーツナビ launches live match updates and tournament information for the “U-21 Jリーグ”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
スポーツナビ has begun providing live match updates and tournament information for the newly established “U-21 Jリーグ,” starting with the 2026/27 season, on its PC and smartphone websites and app.
Fan club advance ticket lottery applications for the 1st round of “2026 KIM YOUNG KWANG FANMEETING in TOKYO [GLORY ON]” open today, 10/6, from 18:00!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Announcement of the Tokyo fan meeting “2026 KIM YOUNG KWANG FANMEETING in TOKYO [GLORY ON]” by Kim Young-kwang and the opening of fan club advance ticket applications for the Dec. 19 performance.
New function added to ease temporary lower-back discomfort when standing up, in addition to supporting knee joint function! “Locomo Pro,” a food with functional claims, relaunched
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ダイドードリンコ株式会社 has revamped “Locomo Pro,” a food with functional claims, and will release it on Oct. 21. The new function is an effect that eases temporary lower-back discomfort when standing up.
Scientific study verifies the emotional value of toner-based “wipe-off” care: Wipe-off skincare moves from a feeling of “reset” to “important time that fulfills the heart”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
小林製薬 announced findings from a study examining the psychological and emotional value of toner-based “wipe-off” care. A single use increased feelings of “comfort” and “reset,” while continued use transformed it into “important time that fulfills the heart,” suggesting it may contribute to overall satisfaction.
The 2nd collaboration prize with illustrator “タカオエリ” arrives for a limited time in the crane game app “Treba” from Monday, Oct. 19!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Treba, a consolidated subsidiary of CyberStep Holdings, will offer the 2nd collaboration prize with illustrator “タカオエリ” for a limited time from Oct. 19.
株式会社ワニブックス will release the first recipe book by trainer Leo, “レオの平凡な夜ごはん,” on Oct. 16, 2026. It features 48 high-protein, low-fat recipes. The author has 290,000 Instagram followers and more than 300,000 followers overall.
株式会社Voicy will begin streaming “ニッポンのいいもの発信!サタデーローカルマルシェ,” a new program produced by 木下斉, on Oct. 17, 2026. The program will showcase local specialties and producers’ voices from all 47 prefectures, aiming to support local communities through audio commerce.
Facts
Oct. 17, 2026
Saturday, October 17
47 prefectures
2.8 million registered members
More than 4,000 channels
Application acceptance rate: around 5%
Average listener retention rate is approximately 80%
群馬県 selected to host the skating (speed skating) and ice hockey events of the 83rd National Sports Festival Winter Games
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
公益財団法人日本スポーツ協会 (JSPO) announced that 群馬県 has been selected to host the skating (speed skating) and ice hockey events of the 83rd National Sports Festival Winter Games. The event is scheduled to be held in Reiwa 11 (2029).
【ザ・パルス霧島】All-you-can-eat crab dishes from approximately 20 varieties! “Whole Crab Festival,” celebrating winter flavors, starts Dec. 1
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ザ・パルス霧島, operated by ソラーレ ホテルズ アンド リゾーツ株式会社, will hold its “Whole Crab Festival” from Dec. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027, offering an all-you-can-eat selection of approximately 20 dishes featuring snow crab.
【Only a short time left until the exhibition ends】“Ryosuke Fukahori: The Song of Goldfish—A Collaboration with Kenji Yamada and Keisuke Kitagawa”—open until 8:30 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Ryosuke Fukahori exhibition is on view at 文化のみち橦木館 from Sept. 18 to Oct. 25, 2026. Opening hours are extended until 8:30 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and admission to Shumokukan will be free on Oct. 18 in connection with the Nagoya Festival.
○ 25th anniversary of the Fukuoka–Shimonoseki highway bus service “Fukufuku-go” ○ nimoca exclusive! “Fukufuku Weekday 15% Points-Back Campaign”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
To mark the 25th anniversary of the “Fukufuku-go” highway bus service, 西日本鉄道 and サンデン交通 will run a nimoca-exclusive campaign from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026, offering 15% back in points on weekday fares.
【中国新聞社’s first franchise location opens】Featuring golf, wellness karaoke, a sauna and more! Everything you want to do—work out, have fun and unwind—all in one place! FIT-EASY Hatsukaichi Honmachi store has held its pre-opening!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
フィットイージー株式会社 held the pre-opening of FIT-EASY Hatsukaichi Honmachi store, its first location under a franchise agreement with 中国新聞社. The store features a sauna, wellness karaoke, golf and more, and offers an AI healthcare app.
Facts
Pre-opening held Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
【8th location in Gunma Prefecture! 3rd location in Ota City!】From exercise to refreshment, “easier and more freely!” Featuring golf, a sauna, EMS training machines and more! FIT-EASY Ota Komaim木 store has held its pre-opening!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
フィットイージー株式会社 held the pre-opening of FIT-EASY Ota Komaim木 store in Ota, Gunma Prefecture. The store features golf, a sauna, EMS machines and more, and offers an AI healthcare app.
Facts
Pre-opening held Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
Facial recognition ID issuance fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)