A triple collaboration between the long-established British bag brand Brady, Gauthier Borsarello and ÉDIFICE. A special bag designed from scratch, from its shape to its details, is now available for pre-order.
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EDIFICE, operated by 株式会社ベイクルーズ, has begun pre-orders for a fully custom bag created in a triple collaboration with British bag brand Brady and creative director Gauthier Borsarello. The price is 107,800 yen (tax included), with delivery scheduled for mid-December 2026.
Making its debut at 西宮阪急: Welcome autumn’s appetite and lay the foundation for beauty and health. エステプロ・ラボ will hold a limited-time pop-up starting October 14 (Wednesday).
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株式会社プロラボホールディングス will hold a limited-time pop-up shop for its Inner Beauty Salon エステプロ・ラボ at 西宮阪急 starting October 14.
Rokid: From “knowing about” AI glasses to “experiencing” them—Gold exhibitor at Amazon’s “International High-Tech Festival by Amazon”
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Rokid is exhibiting as a Gold exhibitor at Amazon’s “International High-Tech Festival by Amazon,” taking place at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya from October 16, 2026, and offering hands-on experiences with the Rokid Smart AI Glasses.
“I could talk to my peers after joining the company” rises 3-fold! NSGグループ holds outdoor training for new graduate general-track hires who have received job offers
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Following outdoor training conducted by the International Nature and Outdoor College (i-nac), operated by 学校法人国際総合学園, for new graduate job offer recipients of 株式会社NSGホールディングス, the holding company of NSGグループ, the likelihood of consulting with peers rose from 23% to 75%.
Facts
Increased to more than 3 times
23% before training
75% after training
This marks the 4th consecutive year the program has been held
【Ichinomiya, Aichi】A winter getaway worth looking forward to! A winter-only glamping experience begins, with campfires, night skies, a choice of hot pot or cheese fondue, and more. Wood Design Park Ichinomiya
Post-event report: “ONE SAMURAI 4 Open Weigh-In & Face-Off”—All 22 fighters, including main-event fighters Haggerty and Akimoto, take the stage and face off in a fiery showdown!
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ONE Championship held the “ONE SAMURAI 4 Open Weigh-In & Face-Off” at Ariake Arena on October 16, 2026. All 22 fighters took the stage. The event reported on the matchups across weight classes, including the main event between Haggerty and Koki Akimoto, as well as the cancellation of Luo Chao’s bout after he missed weight.
Facts
Friday, October 16, 2026
Companies mentioned：ONE Championship、Group ONE Holdings、ONE Championship 株式会社
【FERRAGAMO】The Joy of Loving – The joy of loving –
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Ferragamo has announced its 2026 holiday campaign, “The Joy of Loving,” themed around the joy of loving, a value cherished since the company’s founding. A documentary-style film featuring Kris Jenner and others explores family and bonds, and introduces new items including the HUG bag and VARA shoes.
“三國志 戦棋版” surpasses 100,000 pre-registrations! Special message video from the producer of “三國志14” 越後谷 released, with applications now open for an advance playtest
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The smartphone game “三國志 戦棋版” by Qookka Games has surpassed 100,000 pre-registrations, and a special message video from the producer of “三國志14” has been released to mark the milestone. Applications are also being accepted for an offline advance playtest to be held in Shibuya, Tokyo, on October 24.
Facts
Surpasses 100,000 pre-registrations
Taking place in Shibuya, Tokyo, on October 24 (Saturday)
【Projected annual yield of 16%・approximately 4-month term】The 1st offering reached its target in just about 20 minutes and has been repaid and distributed as scheduled. “Real Estate Sale Proceeds Receivables Purchase Fund 3rd” disclosed and now open for subscriptions
CREOK holds “CREOK 1st. ANNIVERSARY - One-Year Anniversary Presentation -” and talk session｜CREOK launches nationwide franchise expansion of its live commerce business, aiming to build “trust infrastructure for the AI era” with Shachihata and others
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CREOK held a 1st anniversary presentation and reported cumulative sales of approximately 1.49 billion yen. It announced nationwide franchise expansion of its live commerce business and efforts to build trust infrastructure for the AI era with Shachihata and others.
Facts
Approximately 1.49 billion yen in cumulative sales
13,000 cumulative streaming hours
Peak GMV (gross merchandise value) of more than 8 million yen
More than 1,000 partner brands
Approximately 170,000 followers gained in total
TikTok Shop in the United States reached 1 trillion yen in its first year after launch
Free browser game “五十年転生” (Gojuten) launched: reincarnate as one of 4,948 real Sengoku-era figures and live from age 0 to the end of your life
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T Accelerator株式会社 launched “五十年転生” (Gojuten), a free browser game that simulates life from age 0 to the end of your life after reincarnating as one of 4,948 real figures from the Sengoku period. The game was released on October 16, 2026.
How to weather rising prices and inflation: “Start from Zero! A President’s Guide to Asset Management: Corporate DC Is the First Step” now on sale
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セルバ出版 released “Start from Zero! A President’s Guide to Asset Management: Corporate DC Is the First Step” in October 2026, explaining wealth-building for small and midsize business owners. Author 嶋﨑豊 advocates using corporate defined contribution plans as the foundation for building assets, combined with strategies such as NISA and insurance.
Komatsu-based taco shop launches partner recruitment in earnest! First partner location, “BARRIO TACOS,” to open in Mishima, Shizuoka Prefecture, on October 8
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株式会社ファミリア will open “BARRIO TACOS” in Mishima, Shizuoka Prefecture, on October 8, 2026, as the 1st location under its partner program, which draws on the expertise of its directly operated “BEAT TACOS” shop. The business will be operated by 株式会社ミロク. It will adopt a free-name system and aim to improve efficiency through a central kitchen while building a local community.
Women’s shoe brand “MANA” announces 2nd collaboration shoe release with model Mayumi Sada: “Mayumi Sada × MANA 26AW COLLECTION”
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Women’s shoe brand “MANA” has announced the 2nd collaboration with model Mayumi Sada, “Mayumi Sada × MANA 26AW COLLECTION.” Reservations for 3 new styles will begin on October 23, with an advance release at select stores starting on the 28th.
Facts
3 new styles debut
¥39,600 (tax included)
¥44,000 (tax included)
¥49,500 (tax included)
On sale: October 23, 2026
Starting Wednesday, October 28
8 cm internal heel
Companies mentioned：株式会社 コンコルディア、MANA、yuko imanishi +、ViVi、Shoe a la mode、武蔵野美術大学
Mobile battery rental service “充レン” launches at locations along 南海電鉄 lines
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JUREN株式会社 and 株式会社NANKAI have installed the mobile battery rental service “充レン” at 4 locations along 南海電鉄 lines. They plan to expand the number of locations and improve charging access for people traveling to work, sightseeing and other destinations.
【GRAPHT】Sponsors “Hololive Koshien 2026”; commemorative items available for preorder from October 17
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MSY株式会社 is sponsoring “Hololive Koshien 2026,” a baseball-themed project featuring VTubers affiliated with Hololive, and will take preorders for 3 commemorative items inspired by the managers on the GRAPHT official online store.
Facts
6 managers
Original2026年10月17日（土）15:00から
Original11月16日（月）18:00まで
¥3,300 each (tax included)
¥5,500 each (tax included)
2,420 yen each (tax included)
Approximately 80–85 mm high
Approximately 75 mm along the long side
The game series has cumulative sales of 26.8 million copies for home consoles
【A taste of autumn with pumpkin, sweet potato, apple and roasted green tea】4 new autumn menu items now available for a limited time at “snaq.me stand Oshiage and Kuramae”
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株式会社スナックミー began offering 4 new autumn menu items for a limited time from October 10, 2026, at “snaq.me stand 押上” and “snaq.me stand 蔵前”: a pumpkin spice latte, hot chocolate with rice-flour cocoa crumble, cinnamon roll muffin, and sweet potato and apple parfait with roasted green tea.
18 acts gather at Shibuya duo MUSIC EXCHANGE. “STARDUST MEMORY by BEEEEM Vol.1,” presented by girls’ culture media outlet “BEEEEM,” set for Sunday, November 1!
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The live event “STARDUST MEMORY by BEEEEM Vol.1,” co-hosted by 株式会社BUZZ PUBLISHING and 株式会社X10A, will be held at Shibuya duo MUSIC EXCHANGE on November 1, 2026. A total of 18 acts will perform, and tickets go on sale October 16, 2026.
Saturday drama “Saisei no Uzume”: “I had a rebellious phase for as many years as my age (laughs)”—Yoshie Ichige on family; MAZZEL’s EIKI: “Light can shine in at any point in life”
Thrive in the AI era! What skills should you acquire now to become a high-level UI designer? Free access to the archive of the popular seminar “What It Takes to Be a UI Designer Who Thrives in the AI Era,” held on 11/6 (Fri.)!
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will stream for free the archived video of the online seminar “What It Takes to Be a UI Designer Who Thrives in the AI Era,” held on November 6. The seminar’s instructor, Jacob Nielsen, will discuss how the role of UI designers is changing with advances in AI and the skills needed to develop senior-level design expertise.
“DOWNTOWN+” will mark the 1st anniversary of its launch on November 1, 2026. To celebrate, Masatoshi Hamada will hold a solo band live show, and archived content featuring Matsumoto and Hamada will be made available. The paid platform costs 1,100 yen per month or 11,000 yen per year.
【Musashino City only】November-only campaign｜Let go of excess household goods this autumn: collection of display shelves, collection cases and display racks｜Unwanted-item collection service まるっと本舗
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The unwanted-item collection service “まるっと本舗,” operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a campaign in Musashino City during November 2026 to collect display shelves and household goods. Customers using a flat-rate package can receive a discount of up to 1,000 yen.
TechSuite株式会社’s AI search optimization support service (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO), “AI検索パートナーズ,” to exhibit at “Sales and Digital Marketing Week”
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TechSuite株式会社 will exhibit at “Sales and Digital Marketing Week,” taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 21, 2026, and introduce its AI search optimization support service, “AI検索パートナーズ.” Visitors will receive a related book as a gift.
Facts
Over 3 days
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
Friday the 23rd
More than 300 companies served with AI article production
Companies mentioned：TechSuite株式会社、RX Japan 合同会社、TFCO株式会社、Google、ChatGPT、Gemini、Claude、Microsoft Copilot、Perplexity
“A winter tradition of Izu”: “The Original Capybara Open-Air Bath” event opens at 伊豆シャボテン動物公園! Bath season opens on 2026.11/21 (Sat.)! The annual “Capybara Yuzu Bath” celebrates its 30th anniversary!!
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伊豆シャボテン動物公園 will hold “The Original Capybara Open-Air Bath” from Nov. 21, 2026, through Apr. 4, 2027. This season marks the 30th anniversary of the Capybara Yuzu Bath and the 60th anniversary of the start of capybara care, and the 15th Capybara Long-Bath Contest is also planned.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
April 4 (Sun.), 2027
13:30
10:30
44 years
30th anniversary
60th anniversary
1982
1966
1996
15th
1 hour, 45 minutes, 18 seconds
Companies mentioned：株式会社伊豆シャボテン公園、伊豆シャボテン動物公園、伊豆シャボテン公園、長崎バイオパーク、那須どうぶつ王国、埼玉県こども動物自然公園、いしかわ動物園、アニタッチ みなとみらい、アニタッチ ららぽーと名古屋みなとアクルス、アニタッチ アクアシティお台場、アニタッチ MARK IS 静岡、アニタッチPARK イオンモール太田、アニタッチ 東京ドームシティ、アニタッチ 吉祥寺、アニタッチ OSAKA なんば、森のどうぶつレストラン GIBBONTEI、GIFT SHOP アニマルマート
株式会社ETOILE launches a new corporate support model for an era of labor shortages through AI adoption and workforce support
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株式会社ETOILE has launched a new support model that addresses companies’ labor shortages and operational burdens through AI education, BPO and recruitment support.
株式会社エムディーピー will exhibit at “Retail Media Summit 2026,” to be held at Belle Salle Shinjuku Grand on Nov. 11 and 12, 2026. The company will introduce its digital coupon distribution system “Petit Gift (R)” and present the “MDP X Amplify Package.” The first 2,000 survey respondents will receive a digital coupon.
The Asahikawa Design System, produced by KESIKI, wins the 2026 Good Design Award
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The Asahikawa Design System, a brand-building project for Asahikawa City produced by 株式会社KESIKI, won in the “Regional Initiatives and Activities” category of the 2026 Good Design Award.
[English conversation] Start a new habit this “autumn for study” and boost your English in 15 minutes! Free seminars every Wednesday: “Chris’s Lunchtime English Conversation [Grammar] [Pronunciation]”
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will hold the grammar and pronunciation editions of “Chris’s Lunchtime English Conversation,” a free online seminar for creative industry professionals, every Wednesday in November.
Electric atmosphere and loud cheers! Report on the 第八回 “Wiz Partner Sports Day,” where 71 companies and 255 people competed in earnest
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株式会社Wiz held the 第八回 “Wiz Partner Sports Day” on Oct. 16, 2026, at Itabashi Municipal Shingashi Athletic Field in Tokyo. A total of 71 companies and 255 people took part and strengthened their bonds.
Facts
71 companies
255 people
Oct. 16, 2026
26℃
Original第八回
Companies mentioned：株式会社Wiz、VEGE&me 大塚店、おにぎりぼんご、株式会社atseed、アップセルテクノロジー株式会社、株式会社UPDRAFT、株式会社amica、アルテミス北海道、株式会社INOUEホールディングス、インターピア株式会社、Uber Japan株式会社、株式会社ウェブクルー、株式会社エイチームライフデザイン、HTBエナジー株式会社、株式会社AI編集スタジオ、株式会社AoL、株式会社NTTドコモ、ENECHANGE株式会社、株式会社エネパル、エポックメイカー株式会社、株式会社MS&Consulting、株式会社ENKS、大崎電気工業株式会社、株式会社ALL CONNECT、株式会社Okage、株式会社小樽ベイシティ開発、株式会社カオナビ、株式会社キャスター、Q.ENESTでんき、京都リビング新聞社、グラハムコミュニケーションズ株式会社、株式会社グランツアセット、xID株式会社、株式会社Kコネクト、GMOTECH株式会社、CmerTV、Japan電力株式会社、シン・エナジー株式会社、株式会社すまえる、ソフトバンク株式会社、中部テレコミュニケーション株式会社、デジタルグリッド、株式会社TERAS、株式会社TOKAIコミュニケーションズ、株式会社ノイアット、株式会社Personal Health Tech、ハタラクシア株式会社、株式会社ハルエネ、ビッグローブ株式会社、株式会社HUMAN LIFE、ファーストキャビン株式会社、株式会社FirstTEAM、株式会社FIBE、株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ、株式会社Fitfounder、株式会社プレミアムウォーターホールディングス、株式会社ベストオブミス鹿児島、BEC株式会社、株式会社補助金ポータル、株式会社マイベスト、MANADEL株式会社、株式会社マネーフォワード、株式会社MAYA TECHNOLOGIES、株式会社MeDus、株式会社ミソラコネクト、mikke株式会社、株式会社南日本引越センター、株式会社メトス、株式会社モバイル・プランニング、株式会社ラストワンマイル、株式会社リクルート、株式会社リミックスポイント、ルネッサンスキャピタルグループ株式会社、Renxa株式会社
UGG and JW ANDERSON celebrate the launch of their first collaboration at a house party in London
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UGG and JW ANDERSON held a house party in London to celebrate the launch of their first collaboration, unveiling the new collections “UGG JW Anderson Loafer Boot” and “UGG JW Anderson Loafer.”
Innovative hearing amplifier brand “セアボル” wins double honors at the 2026 Hearing Technology Innovator Awards! Special discount campaign to mark the occasion
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Innovative hearing amplifier brand “セアボル” won double honors at the 2026 Hearing Technology Innovator Awards, hosted by HHTM, and is running a special discount campaign on Liberte and Wave to mark the occasion.
Facts
Regular price: 43,800 yen (tax included)
Special discounted price: 37,300 yen (tax included)
Discount: 6,500 yen off
Regular price: 62,240 yen (tax included)
Special discounted price: 51,533 yen (tax included)
Discount: 10,707 yen off
Clear acoustic gain of up to 40 dB
Remote microphone with a range of up to 10 meters
More than $40,000 in cumulative donations
Companies mentioned：UNICE Intelligent Medical Shenzhen Co.,Ltd.、セアボル、Cearvol、Hearing Health & Technology Matters、HHTM、Amazon、楽天市場、Hearing Health Foundation、SoundWrx、Hearing Loss Association of America
Holding the Reiwa 8 Green Junior Leaders’ Instructor Training and Exchange Meeting 🌳
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公益社団法人国土緑化推進機構 will hold the Reiwa 8 “Green Junior Leaders’ Instructor Training and Exchange Meeting” in Osaka and Tokyo. The event is free for instructors from approximately 3,000 groups nationwide and will feature lectures and workshops on safety management and forest environmental education.
Vocalist audition for the ending theme of a highly anticipated film opening in spring 2027! Entries accepted through Nov. 5!
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An audition will be held to select the vocalist for the ending theme and insert song of the film 『塩あずきパルダリウム』, with entries accepted through Nov. 5. Tomokazu Yamada will provide the songs, and judging will take place on Machevara.
Facts
Works related to the 48 Group and Nogizaka46
Contestants who earn at least 100,000 points in the qualifying block
ロイヤルエンフィールドジャパン has officially confirmed that it will hold the “Royal Enfield Test Ride Caravan” at “Webike Festival 2026 in Odaiba,” taking place on Nov. 3, 2026, at the Sea Forest Waterway in Koto Ward, Tokyo.
[Hokkaido Ishikari Subprefectural Bureau] First-ever fair by a Hokkaido subprefectural bureau!! “Ishikari Fair” brings the rich flavors of autumn in the north to 北海道どさんこプラザ四日市店!
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北海道石狩振興局 will hold the “Ishikari Fair” at 北海道どさんこプラザ四日市店 in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, from Oct. 21 to 27. This is the first event of its kind organized by a Hokkaido subprefectural bureau, and will feature specialty products from the Ishikari area, tastings and sampling sales, and giveaways.
[登別石水亭] Supporting 3 professional sports teams in Hokkaido! Launch of a Hokkaido residents-only “Support Hokkaido Sports Teams Plan,” with signed merchandise available in a prize drawing
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登別石水亭, operated by 野口観光株式会社, began selling the Hokkaido residents-only “Support Hokkaido Sports Teams Plan” on Oct. 20, 2026, supporting 3 teams: 北海道コンサドーレ札幌, 北海道日本ハムファイターズ and レバンガ北海道. The plan includes a drawing for signed merchandise and a 10% discount at the gift shop.
[KawaKore TGC] KAWAII LAB. members come together for artist performances! Joined by KAWAII LAB. SOUTH, the next-generation members aiming to debut with Kyushu as their base, for an electrifying event! <Event Report ②>
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株式会社W TOKYO and アソビシステム held “KAWAII LAB. COLLECTION produced by TGC” at Kitakyushu Messe on Oct. 12, 2026, featuring live performances by artists including KAWAII LAB. SOUTH, MORE STAR, SWEET STEADY, CANDY TUNE and CUTIE STREET.
3 “Late Autumn Kaiseki” courses showcasing the flavors of the season, available for a limited time from Saturday, Oct. 17
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株式会社ニュー富士 operates Unagi Washoku Daikoku in Saitama Prefecture and will serve 3 kaiseki meal courses featuring late-autumn flavors for a limited time from Oct. 17 to Nov. 30, 2026.
TKP opens “Chanko Kokonoe,” serving sumo stable-style chanko hot pot, in Sakae, Nagoya — Holds opening reception with Kokonoe stablemaster Chiyotaikai, a former ozeki
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株式会社TKP opened “Chanko Kokonoe,” a restaurant serving chanko hot pot based on recipes from Kokonoe stable, in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on Oct. 16, 2026, and held an opening reception attended by Kokonoe stablemaster Chiyotaikai, a former ozeki.
[KawaKore TGC] A huge gathering in Kitakyushu of 4４ of the hottest KAWAII LAB. members! “KAWAII LAB. COLLECTION produced by TGC” <Event Report ①>
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株式会社W TOKYO and アソビシステム held “KAWAII LAB. COLLECTION produced by TGC” at Kitakyushu Messe, featuring a total of 44 members and drawing around 10,600 attendees.
Facts
A total of 44 members
Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday)
Around 10,600 attendees in total
All 6 groups
A total of 35 members
4,000 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社W TOKYO、東京ガールズコレクション実行委員会、KAWAII LAB. COLLECTION実行委員会、アソビシステム、KAWAII LAB.、TGC、Panasonic、Amazon Prime Video、Prime Video
Known for 1-minute makeup, beauty entertainer Airi launches new cosmetics brand “amprose”
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株式会社stamp is launching “amprose,” a new cosmetics brand produced by beauty entertainer Airi, and will begin taking pre-orders at its official online shop on Oct. 16.
Liberty English Academy cram school representative Yasuhiro Fujikawa secures 2 patents for English-learning support technology based on his original “Grammar Table” method
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Liberty English Academy株式会社 announced that its representative director, Yasuhiro Fujikawa, has secured 2 patents for English-learning support technology based on his original “Grammar Table” method.
Receive a complimentary 12-pack of “Re-Perfect” with the purchase of Galliano II
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シルクドリバー株式会社 will run a winter diet support campaign at its official online shop from Oct. 16 to Nov. 2, 2026, giving purchasers of “Galliano II” a 12-pack of “Re-Perfect”.
名古屋OJA clinches consecutive season titles! 3 players vying for individual titles will now compete as rivals for the top spot in Round 5 of “UNIZONE”!
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The esports team 名古屋OJA, operated by 名古屋王者株式会社, will hold Round 5 of the JAF-sanctioned e-motorsports league “UNIZONE” at コミュファ eSports Stadium NAGOYA. After clinching consecutive season titles, 3 players seeking individual titles will compete, and special coaching will also be offered.
Facts
The 2026 UNIZONE season
Round 5 of “UNIZONE”
Date: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
General admission: 3,000 yen (tax included)
Student ticket (elementary school through university): 1,000 yen (tax included)
Look out for the newly illustrated wild Viking outfits! TV anime “SAKAMOTO DAYS” raffle lottery coming soon! — Featuring many prizes exclusive to the raffle lottery —
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フォッグ株式会社 has announced that it will launch a raffle lottery for the TV anime “SAKAMOTO DAYS” on the online lottery site “RAFFLE.” The sales period runs from Oct. 16 to 31, 2026, and prizes include cushions and acrylic panels.
Facts
Original1回 770円（税込）
First draw 660 yen (tax included)
After the first, every 10 draws
The 4 characters Taro Sakamoto, Shin Asakura, Nagumo and Shishiba
Third wave of artists announced for “2026 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN”! Early Pre-Reserve advance sales (single-day tickets) open until Oct. 19 (Mon.) at 23:59!
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NiziU, INI, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, NEXZ, KickFlip, AEN and TUIDE have been announced as the third wave of artists for “2026 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN.” Applications for Early Pre-Reserve advance sales (single-day tickets) and tickets with premium lounge access are being accepted until Oct. 19 at 23:59.
Men’s exclusive collaborations with 5 brands including HYKE, CULLNI and marka go on sale. PARIGOT’s 2026 Fall/Winter exclusive collection features 6 styles
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Select shop “PARIGOT,” operated by 株式会社アクセ, is releasing 6 styles of men’s exclusive collaboration items from 5 brands for the 2026 Fall/Winter season. The lineup features special models from HYKE, CULLNI, marka, giabsarchivio and CINOH. The announcement also notes that PARIGOT Okayama will relocate and reopen on Oct. 31.
Facts
5 brands
October 31 (Saturday)
¥59,400 (tax included)
¥37,400 (tax included)
¥38,500 (tax included)
¥28,600 (tax included)
¥50,600 (tax included)
At 17 years old
Capital: 20 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクセ、PARIGOT、HYKE、giabsarchivio、CULLNI、marka、CINOH、Le GRAND CLOSET de PARIGOT、MAN GINZA SIX、Chloé、STELLA McCARTNEY、Acne Studios、GANNI、MAISON KITSUNÉ、HERNO、TATRAS、Mame Kurogouchi、CFCL、Chika Kisada、PHOTOCOPIEU、near.nippon、SACRA、CLANE、TODAYFUL、VASIC、SALOMON、TOM WOOD、DRIES VAN NOTEN、LEMAIRE、MM6 Maison Margiela、OUR LEGACY、STONE ISLAND、C.P. COMPANY、MooRER、LARDINI、TAGLIATORE、UJOH、08sircus、OVERCOAT、MARKAWARE、PIERRE HARDY、JAPAN DENIM
トミー ヒルフィガー x フラグメント to hold launch event in Tokyo’s Omotesando ahead of global launch
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トミー ヒルフィガー and フラグメント held an event in Tokyo’s Omotesando on Oct. 14, 2026, to celebrate the global launch of the “トミー ヒルフィガー x フラグメント 2026 コレクション.” Designed by Hiroshi Fujiwara, the collection reinterprets 90s style and will be available from Oct. 15 at the official online store, select stores and pop-up stores.
Facts
2026 Collection
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
Release date: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
Through October 21 (Wed)
Since 1985
Companies mentioned：合同会社 PVHジャパン、トミー ヒルフィガー、フラグメント、&TEAM、MY TOMMY
A new model arrives for the much-anticipated AI glasses 【Ray‐Ban Meta】!
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メガネの愛眼 began selling the new GEN3 models of its Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses (Aviator, Zena and Wayfarer) on Oct. 16, 2026. Prices start at 78,980 yen, and the glasses will be available at a limited 21 stores.
“I can’t study for them, but I want to do something to help.” 3 months until the Common Test｜How parents can support exam-takers, starting with sleep. GOKUMIN suggests 3 products to prepare a comfortable bed for students
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The bedding brand GOKUMIN, operated by 株式会社KURUKURU, is recommending 2 types of comforters and 1 type of pillow to help prepare a comfortable bed for students, with 3 months remaining until the Common Test for University Admissions. The products will be on sale during the Amazon Prime Appreciation Sale.
Morimoto Cider solo live show “だらしがない” set for Friday, Dec. 4, at Nihonbashi Social Education Center (Ningyocho)!!
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Morimoto Cider’s solo live show “だらしがない” has been confirmed for Dec. 4, 2025, at Nihonbashi Social Education Center. Tickets will go on sale through Zaiko.
ASUS launches 4 products in its “UGen” series of local AI accelerators with USB Type-C and M.2 connectivity
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ASUS is launching 4 products in its “UGen” series of local AI accelerators with USB Type-C and M.2 connectivity. シー・エフ・デー販売株式会社 will serve as the distributor, and the products are scheduled to launch on Oct. 16, 2026.
[Gunma Prefecture Only] Celebrating the theatrical release of Maebashi Witches! LINE Points campaign starts October 23 (Friday)
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch a LINE Points campaign celebrating the release of the film Maebashi Witches at セブン‐イレブン stores in Gunma Prefecture from October 23, 2026.
Next meeting guest announced for the Top SCM Research Group, hosted by Funai Research Institute Supply Chain Consulting, on November 12, 2026 (Thursday)
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株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング announced that Kazumi Hataya, executive officer and general manager of the SCM Division at 株式会社J-オイルミルズ, will appear as a special guest speaker at the Top SCM Research Group on November 12, 2026. The theme is “Moving Away from Person-Dependent Work: Standardizing Processes and Establishing Rules.”
Mr. Urban Legend Akio Sekima’s Hidden Urban Legends launches all 18 episodes of the new series “Car Theft Rings: Sophisticated Tactics and Shadowy Routes” on Tatedora from October 16 (Friday)
Miho Watanabe stars in Tatedora’s original drama “I Tried Becoming LINE Friends with My Husband’s Affair Partner”—now complete! Chapter Two, episodes 8–19, including the final episode, streams from 19:00 today, October 16 (Friday)
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Tatedora, the vertical short-drama app from 株式会社DONUTS, began streaming Chapter Two, episodes 8–19 of its original drama “I Tried Becoming LINE Friends with My Husband’s Affair Partner” at 19:00 on October 16, 2026, bringing the series to a close.
[For Creators] A color of energy—or a color that’s noisy? Master yellow, a color you think you know but may not! Free seminar on 11/4 (Wednesday): “Color Psychology for Creators Vol. 4”
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will hold a free online seminar for creators, “Color Psychology for Creators Vol. 4,” on November 4, explaining the color psychology of yellow and how to use it in color schemes.
Celebrating the TV anime’s 15th anniversary! Special event “NO.6 Special Event” featuring original author Atsuko Asano and voice actors Yuki Kaji, Yoshimasa Hosoya and others set for June 6, 2027 (Sunday)!
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A special event featuring original author Atsuko Asano and voice actors Yuki Kaji, Yoshimasa Hosoya and others will be held on June 6, 2027, to mark the 15th anniversary of the TV anime NO.6. A related exhibition is also underway.
株式会社NOAH to host Korean beauty and wellness pop-up store at Nakano Marui—A “hands-on platform” to support Korean brands entering the Japanese market
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株式会社NOAH will host “K-LIFE STYLE IN NAKANO MARUI,” a pop-up store featuring 11 Korean beauty and wellness brands, at Nakano Marui from October 21 to 25, 2026. The event is designed as a test-marketing platform for Korean brands seeking to enter the Japanese market. NOAH will provide promotional support using its influencer network and TikTok live commerce, as well as assistance with buyer meetings and import operations.
A new autumn flavor for Hiroshima souvenirs! The moist, fragrant Momiji Kuchen Marron arrives
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株式会社櫟 will begin selling the autumn-limited Momiji Kuchen Marron as a Hiroshima souvenir from October 19, 2026. It features a fragrant flavor made with Western chestnut paste.
[Held October 20] Pink illumination and a drone show at Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto. Special exhibition by TRADMAN’S BONSAI also underway
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株式会社松葉屋’s TRADMAN'S BONSAI is supporting エスティ ローダー カンパニーズ’ breast cancer campaign and will hold a special bonsai exhibition at Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto from October 1 to 20, 2026. Pink illumination and a drone show will take place on the final day, October 20, with admission proceeds donated to JBCRG.
Facts
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Through the 20th (Tuesday)
Admission: ¥1,000
¥500 during the special nighttime viewing on October 20
In 2026, marking its 34th year
Since 1992
Companies mentioned：株式会社松葉屋、TRADMAN’S BONSAI、エスティ ローダー カンパニーズ、ELCジャパン合同会社、サントリーフラワーズ株式会社、JBCRG（Japan Breast Cancer Research Group）
INTSIG hosts Tokyo partner event on business automation using document AI—with more than 30 companies taking part
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On September 29, 2026, INTSIG held its first partner collaboration event for the Japanese market at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya. More than 30 companies took part in discussions on business automation using document AI and the promotion of digital transformation.
Facts
More than 30 companies
Sept. 29, 2026
Founded in 2006
Companies mentioned：INTSIG、INTSIG Information Co., Ltd.、INTSIG INFORMATION CO., LTD.、ジャンシン、アカリンク合同会社、AWS Japan
Man'yoken (Manyoken) Perie Chiba Station concourse store to hold “Famous Restaurant Fair,” rotating all 6 bento varieties supervised by renowned restaurants every 2 weeks! Halloween-limited paper wrappers for the Tonkatsu Bento also on sale!
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Manyoken, operated by 株式会社リエイライフ, is holding its Famous Restaurant Fair at the Perie Chiba Station concourse store through December 27, 2026. All 6 bento varieties supervised by renowned restaurants in Hokkaido and Tokyo will rotate every 2 weeks, and a special Halloween-limited Tonkatsu Bento will also be sold.
[TAC Bookkeeping Exam Course] The “November 27 Target, 1.5-Year Course” for Nissho Bookkeeping Level 1 preparation is now open!
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TAC株式会社 is offering the “November 27 Target, 1.5-Year Course” for Nissho Bookkeeping Level 1 preparation. Its early-bird campaign offers up to ¥45,000 off, and a ¥20,000 congratulatory award is granted upon passing.
[TAC Public Service Exam] Turn “Quantitative Reasoning,” your weak point, into a source of points! TAC’s online trial lecture to turn despair into hope will be held on 10/22 (Thursday)
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TAC株式会社 will hold an online trial lecture on “Quantitative Reasoning” for public service exams on October 22. Instructor Ryohei Takeuchi will explain methods for solving geometry problems. The “Autumn Discount Campaign Part 1” and “Start Dash Campaign Part 1” are also underway.
ORICO announces a 40Gbps USB4 dual-bay M.2 NVMe clone dock—with one-click offline cloning, support for up to 8TB, and integrated aluminum heat dissipation to streamline data migration and backup
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ORICO announced a 40Gbps USB4-compatible dual-bay M.2 NVMe clone docking station. It features one-click offline cloning, support for up to 8TB, and an integrated aluminum heat-dissipation design to streamline data migration and backup.
Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 makes its debut in Shin-Toyosu; featured food offerings revealed!
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The food and drink menu for Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 in Shin-Toyosu has been revealed. The event will run from November 20 to December 25, 2026, featuring a variety of foods, including giant pretzels and Miyazaki beef stew.
Facts
From Friday, November 20, 2026
Until Friday, Dec. 25
[36 days]
Weekdays: 1,000 yen
1,500 yen on weekends and holidays
Children (elementary school students): 500 yen
Adults (junior high school students and older): 2,000 yen
Children (elementary school students): 1,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビー・エフ・シー、東京クリスマーマーケット実行委員会、APAMAN株式会社、BRLO、Berlin Love BRLO
Korean foundation brand AGE20’S, No. 1 for 11 consecutive years, joins Qoo10 Mega Collaboration for 7 days from October 16; first-ever solo AGE20’S Live Shopping appearance
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Aekyung Industrial's AGE20’S brand will participate in the Qoo10 Mega Collaboration for 7 days from October 16, offering limited-edition sets and Live Shopping campaigns.
A date on the merry-go-round with Ao Oni after closing!? Ticket information unveiled for Ao Oni VR: Blueberry Mass Production Project, coming to 東京ドームシティ アトラクションズ!
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株式会社ダイナモアミューズメント has unveiled ticket information for the interactive VR attraction Ao Oni VR: Blueberry Mass Production Project, which will run for a limited time from October 23, 2026, at Tokyo Dome City Geopolis B1.
Facts
Starting Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
1,200 yen (tax included)
1,000 yen (tax included)
2,500 yen (tax included)
10,000 yen (tax included)
Ao Oni limited-edition mask: 300 yen
Additional issuance: 500 yen
The series has surpassed 34 million cumulative downloads
PATCH&PLAY to take part in WITH HARAJUKU's 6th anniversary event, WITH HARAJUKU DAY!
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PATCH&PLAY, an embroidery and clothing repair shop operated by 株式会社STORY&Co., will hold a patch-making workshop at WITH HARAJUKU DAY!, an event celebrating WITH HARAJUKU's 6th anniversary, on November 8, 2026.
[CHRISTINA] First solo POP UP SHOP for the LINE REPAIR series to open at 渋谷スクランブルスクエア! Instagram LIVE with ambassador Seira and limited-edition sets also on offer
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株式会社CHRISTINA JAPAN will hold the first solo POP UP SHOP for the LINE REPAIR series from professional skincare brand CHRISTINA at 渋谷スクランブルスクエア from October 29, 2026, featuring an Instagram LIVE with ambassador Seira and sales of limited-edition sets.
[Urgent report] In 2026, large-scale personal data breaches affecting 1 million records surged to a record 10. Security measures companies should prepare for in the AI era
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The DX General EXPO Executive Committee announced that, as of October 5, incidents involving personal data breaches affecting 1 million records or more at publicly listed companies in 2026 had reached a record 10. The backdrop is the increasing sophistication of cyberattacks using generative AI, and exhibitors offering related security solutions are introduced.
Facts
Large-scale personal data breach incidents affecting 1 million records or more
Large-scale personal data breach incidents affecting 1 million records or more... reached 10
Already surpassing the 8 recorded in 2023
Of the 10 large-scale breaches affecting more than 1 million records, 9 involved unauthorized external access or cyberattacks
All 95 IT department 업무 items
Companies mentioned：DX 総合EXPO 実行委員会、株式会社東京商工リサーチ、TSR、エバーリッジ株式会社、KICK ZA ISSUE株式会社、KICK OPS、PFUクオリティサービス株式会社、株式会社Colorkrew、NTTインテグレーション株式会社、Zscaler
Enjoy cosplay photography at one of Japan's largest amusement parks by number of attractions! The 6th COS-PATIO in Greenland will be held on October 24 (Saturday) and 25 (Sunday)! [株式会社コスパ]
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The 6th COS-PATIO in Greenland cosplay event, organized by 株式会社コスパ, will be held on October 24 and 25, 2026, at Greenland Amusement Park in Kumamoto Prefecture.
[Osaka debut] SHINGO TAKAHASHI, who has captivated audiences in 11 countries, takes the stage! A legendary night of 7-inch records, TIMELESS, comes to Kishiwada WHATAWON on November 1
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TIMELESS, a music event featuring DJ SHINGO TAKAHASHI as a special guest, will be held on November 1, 2026, at WHATAWON, operated by 株式会社antiqua.
Facts
11 countries worldwide
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
5 DJ acts
３ record stores
Advance tickets: 2,500 yen (tax included)
Tickets at the door: 3,500 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社antiqua、Bee’s Knees Records、イープラス、SHINWA RECORD BOX、Grass Roots、Metro Store
ORICO announces an M.2 NVMe SSD enclosure compatible with MagSafe. Featuring 10Gbps, direct ProRes recording, PD 100W, SD/TF and 17 magnets, it offers powerful support for iPhone video production.
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ORICO has announced a MagSafe-compatible M.2 NVMe SSD external enclosure. With 10Gbps transfer speeds, direct 4K ProRes recording, PD 100W charging and 17 magnets, it supports iPhone video production. The fall sale price is reduced from the regular price of 4,599 yen to 3,101 yen.
From “concealing” to “making bare skin look beautiful.” Conceived over 3 years for mature skin, 0107’s first “Omekakushi Foundation” launches ahead of general release at participating salons nationwide from October 19, 2026
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株式会社SOL will launch “0107 オメカクシファンデーション,” a mesh cushion foundation developed after roughly 3 years of planning, from the skincare brand “0107（オトナ）” for women aged 40 and older. It will be available for advance sale at participating salons nationwide from October 19, 2026.
[Nationwide event] From Hokkaido to Fukuoka! Local-exclusive flavors of “Butter no Itoko” gather in your city for the “Butter no Itoko Nationwide Local Products Market,” opening October 17 (Saturday)
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株式会社GOODNEWS will hold the nationwide traveling event “Butter no Itoko Nationwide Local Products Market,” bringing together local-exclusive flavors at “Butter no Itoko” stores, starting October 17.
Facts
The first installment is October 17 (Saturday)
The second installment starts October 24 (Saturday)
Valkyrie targets points in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship on its Barcelona debut
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The アストンマーティンTHORチーム Hypercar Valkyrie will make its Spanish debut at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Round 7 of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), aiming to score points. The Vantage in the LMGT3 class is also competing for the title.
Facts
4th in the WEC manufacturers’ standings
Its 9th points finish in the WEC
No. 009 アストンマーティン Valkyrie
No. 007 アストンマーティン Valkyrie
Round 7 of 8
Scored 54 points
Currently in 6th place
Could score up to 88 points
42 points behind 4th place
6.5-liter V12 engine
Maximum engine speed of 11,000 rpm
Maximum output exceeds 1,000 PS
Exactly 500 kW
680 PS
No. 27 Vantage GT3
The No. 27 car has 62 points
2nd in the team standings
Can score up to 26 points
24 points behind the leader
37 points behind
Companies mentioned：アストンマーティン、アストンマーティン日本合同会社、The Heart of Racing、THOR、アストンマーティンTHORチーム、FIA、IMSA
Mizkan, rooted in Handa, shares its story! “Patent activities linked to Mizkan’s brand strategy” — Intellectual Property Talk Event in Handa on November 18 (Wednesday)
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Aichi Prefecture, 日本弁理士会東海会, 半田市 and 半田商工会議所 will host the “Intellectual Property Talk Event in Handa” on November 18, 2026, with a speaker from 株式会社Mizkan Holdings. Admission is free, with places available for the first 30 people.
“Mitochondria,” a focus of aging and beauty research. Health brand “Mito-yell” relaunches amid the latest research developments
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株式会社未来づくりカンパニー has relaunched “美透健水,” the flagship product of its health brand “Mito-yell,” under the new name “Mito-yell ONE.” In response to advances in mitochondrial research, it has clarified the brand concept and revamped the packaging and official website.