https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 760 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 96 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451492https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451492Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TOAIは、西日本最大規模のカラオケチェーン「ジャンカラ」が運営するエンタメ施設「BAL UTAO」にて、2026年11月8日にリアル歌唱コンテスト『第2回ジャンカラ歌唱王 in BAL UTAO』を開催すると発表した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451491https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451491Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUN GRAIN, a mignardise specialty shop operated by 株式会社ヨックモック, will hold an event from November 7 to 23, 2026, to celebrate its 11th anniversary. The theme is “Premium White,” and the event will include a collaborative dessert with “White Letter,” limited-edition soft serve and an exhibition of Braille panels. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451490Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES森ビル株式会社 will hold “ARK HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026” at Ark Hills from November 7 to December 25. Plans include a Christmas tree about 6 m tall in red and white, “Hills Marche” with workshops, and a special edition of the “Akasaka Flea Market” on November 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451489Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゴンチャ ジャパン will launch the second campaign with global ambassador Stray Kids Felix on October 20, 2026. A Felix Happy Film will be given away exclusively through mobile orders, while stores will feature special decorations and a BGM campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451488Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe legendary big party “GIGA” will be held at ZEROTOKYO, featuring a reunion performance by hard trance giants YOJI BIOMEHANIKA and SCOT PROJECT. A spin-off event by “viva” will also take place on a separate floor, with a special appearance by YOJI BIOMEHANIKA. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451487Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バトンズ launched an M&A division and began offering “BATONZ Buyout Buddy（B×3）,” a BPO service for buyer companies, in October. Hiroto Motohata, former executive managing director of SBI証券, has also been appointed senior adviser, strengthening support for mid-sized M&A deals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451486Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バルニバービ will offer a special viewing package at BESIDE SEASIDE, a seaside restaurant at Hinode Pier, to coincide with the Tokyo Bay Great Fireworks Festival, which will be held for the first time in 11 years since 2015. Guests can enjoy about 12,000 fireworks alongside a premium package featuring a special buffet of about 20 dishes, including caviar and wagyu beef, and free-flow drinks including モエ・エ・シャンドン. A champagne package in the lawn area is also available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451484Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス will offer limited-edition 『たまごっち』 prizes themed around the “Tama Farm Harvest Festival” at ナムコ amusement facilities and ナムコオンラインクレーン nationwide from October 23, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451478https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451478Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES’47 (フォーティーセブン) will release new caps in October featuring Shiba Inu, pug, schnauzer and Pomeranian motifs in its classic “CLEAN UP” silhouette. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451477Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドミノ・ピザ ジャパン will run a campaign from October 26 to November 3, offering a “Halloween Box” with orders of XL pizzas, including “Almost 1 kg Ultra Cheese.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451476Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES山梨県 will hold the “Yamanashi Koi Fest,” a matchmaking event where participants can try grape picking and jam-making in the Kyoto East Area on November 3, Reiwa 8. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451475Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミロク情報サービス has published Japanese and English editions of its “Integrated Report 2026” and made them available on the MJS corporate website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451474Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNagoya Railroad will launch the Toyokawa edition of its “EMOTION!” advertising campaign, the 15th installment, on October 19, and will release the “Toyokawa Inari Grand Opening Commemorative Ticket” (3,600 yen) to coincide with the Toyokawa Inari grand opening on November 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451473Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京建物株式会社 will hold its winter illumination at the mixed-use building Tokyo Square Garden from November 5, 2026, to January 31, 2027. It will use about 170,000 LED bulbs powered by renewable energy. A collaboration tree with HERALBONY will also be on display. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451472Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京建物株式会社, Nishi Nippon Shimbun Building, WBC and Eave Hospitality have decided to develop “Section L Kumamoto,” an apartment hotel scheduled to open in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, in spring 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451471Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESインサイトアカデミー株式会社 will make an archived free online seminar on Hispanic management available. Kazuyoshi Higuchi, formerly of 住友商事, will speak about business strategies and the importance of talent development amid the growing Hispanic population and purchasing power in the U.S. market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451470Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社すららネット will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 31, 2026, for cram school operators to share practical expertise in education DX from 英進館 and 田中学習会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451469Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日立製作所、Brookfield Japan、Hartree Partners Singapore、東京ガスの4社は9月30日、日本国内における電源併設型グリーンデータセンターの実現に向けた協業に関する覚書を締結した。初号プロジェクトとして関東および九州地方での開発計画策定を目指す。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451255Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スマートプラス, part of the Finatext Group, announced an update to its securities business platform “BaaS” to provide features compatible with “Kodomo NISA,” which launches in January 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451254Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESハウス食品グループ本社株式会社 will begin selling a limited quantity of “Smile Ball,” a mild onion that can be eaten whole, from the 2026 harvest starting in mid-October. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451253Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSeiko Ito’s new book “Nichinichikore Shokubutsu” has drawn a strong response after his appearance on NHK’s “Asaichi” helped it reach No. 1 in Amazon’s bestseller rankings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451252Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベーシック will hold the online seminar “Outsourced Project Direction in the AI Era” from 12 o’clock on Oct. 26, 2026. Capacity: 100 people; participation is free. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451251Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社IDEATECHは、BtoB特化のLLMO戦略ダッシュボード『IDEA LLMO Board』の提供を開始した。これは対話型生成AIによる自社・競合の評価を可視化し、PRやコンテンツなどの打ち手を提案するサービスである。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451250Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベーシック announced that the cumulative number of users of its form creation tool, formrun, surpassed 600,000 as of October 2026. The company is advancing work automation after responses are received by enhancing AI features and API integrations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451249Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will open the 3rd location of “CotoToki,” a stay-oriented space where parents and children can spend time safely, inside Bell Mall in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, on Nov. 13, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451248https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451248Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES貝印株式会社 will begin selling 4 new SKUs in the “関孫六 要” series, which won the Red Dot Award for Product Design, on Oct. 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451247https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451247Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本出版販売株式会社 will hold a collaboration campaign at 350 bookstores nationwide starting Oct. 23, 2026, to mark the release of 株式会社スクウェア・エニックス’s RPG “Final Fantasy Resonance.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451246Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アドバンスト・メディア has upgraded various services (ScribeAssist and ProVoXT) on its VoXT One minutes solution platform, which uses AmiVoice AI speech recognition, adding support for multiple languages, including Chinese, Korean and Thai, and improving the user interface. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451245Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社昭文社ホールディングス and Organon株式会社 have launched the new location service Imaloc to ease congestion on school buses serving 東京工科大学 and 日本工学院八王子専門学校, both of 学校法人片柳学園. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451244Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社宣伝会議 will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 27, 2026, explaining trends in bringing creative production in-house in the generative AI era and how to build teams that deliver results. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451243Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FOOD & LIFE INNOVATIONS will hold the “Sugitama 9th Anniversary Founding Festival” from Oct. 21 at 鮨 酒 肴 杉玉, which is celebrating its 9th anniversary. Featured items include the “9th Anniversary Special 2-Piece Sushi Assortment” and a tuna sashimi platter, while lemon sours will be sold at a special price. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451242Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESブラザー工業 has opened applications for monitors of its NC data auto-generation software THREEDIO and will display it as a reference at 岩間工業所’s booth at JIMTOF2026, which opens on Oct. 26. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451241Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社キャリアデザインセンター has released the “White Paper on Working Women 2026,” based on a survey of 561 employed women aged 20–49, marking the 20th anniversary of the 女の転職type service. The survey found that 90% of those satisfied with their jobs were also satisfied with their lives, while those working remotely 3 or more days a week had the lowest satisfaction with both work and life. It also found that many women in their 20s and 30s with children aspire to management positions, and that people with a clear career direction tended to report greater life satisfaction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451240Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe December issue of Harper’s BAZAAR goes on sale Oct. 20 with 2 covers: the regular edition featuring TWICE’s SANA and the special edition featuring Anna Sawai. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451239Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFrom Oct. 22 to Dec. 9, 2026, 和食さと will sell fall-limited chocolate desserts, including a chocolate and fig parfait, a chocolate dessert and an autumn pudding plate, at all 202 locations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451238Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES大日本印刷株式会社 has launched an initiative to improve employee well-being by opening the “Tokyo Green Biz Lounge,” a lush, special lounge available for a limited time in a shared employee space at its Ichigaya office. The initiative is part of 東京都’s “Tokyo Green Biz” project. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451237Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew accessories from マリメッコ, distributed by 株式会社ルック, including scarves, beanies, bags and silver jewelry, go on sale Oct. 23, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451236Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the release of the latest volume, volume 8, of the manga “家族に役立たずと言われ続けたわたしが、魔性の公爵騎士様の最愛になるまで,” the 7 previously published volumes will be available free for 1 week only. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451235Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Christmas Afternoon Tea” will be served for a limited time from Nov. 1 to Dec. 18, 2026, at TRATTORIA M KYOTO, the restaurant inside メルキュール京都ステーション in Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture. The price is ¥5,940 (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451234Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES博報堂 has launched “AI Governance Design,” a consulting service that draws on AI governance design processes and practical expertise developed by 博報堂ＤＹグループ, tailoring solutions to each client company. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451233Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will run a campaign from Oct. 19 to Nov. 15, 2026, offering the chance to win up to ¥10,000 worth of PayPay or d POINT through a lottery when purchasing prepaid cards and other eligible products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451232Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES「富錦樹台菜香檳（フージンツリー）」原宿クエスト店が、2026年10月23日より店舗限定のランチコース「HARAJUKU Lunch Course」を提供開始する。価格は3,980円（税込）で、台湾料理とシャンパンを楽しめる内容となっている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451231Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イオンファンタジーは、携帯育成デジタルペット『たまごっち』の「たまファーム収穫祭」テーマのプライズゲーム用景品4アイテムを、モーリーファンタジーやPALOなどのアミューズメント施設で10月23日より展開する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451230Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES愛知県豊山町 and 株式会社さとふる will begin accepting donations through “Satofull Crowdfunding” on October 19, 2026, to renovate the flight simulator at the town’s landmark facility, “Kokuukan boon.” The target is 5 million yen, and donations will be accepted through January 31, 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451229Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFrom October 19 to 25, 2026, NEC ran an advertising campaign displaying the message “Protect .JP” at major stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area, expressing its determination to protect Japan’s cyberspace. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451228Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ガス、出光興産、みずほ銀行はJCMクレジット創出に向けたアライアンスを形成し協定を締結した。2028年頃のクレジット創出を見据え、東南アジアなどを候補地としてプロジェクト開発を推進する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451227Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ケンコー・トキナー will begin selling “ケンコーClassi-air 8×21DH / 10×21DH,” lightweight foldable binoculars for watching live performances, on October 23, 2026. Available in 9 colors, they feature an ultra-lightweight 170g design and rainproof functionality. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451226Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES名古屋テレビ放送（メ～テレ）が、名古屋市主催の「令和8年度なごやSDGsグリーンパートナーズ表彰」で優秀賞を受賞した。番組制作やウルフィキャラバンを通じた普及啓発活動、および社内での環境負荷低減取り組みが評価された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451225Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES第68回東京国際ギターコンクール2025優勝者のフランシスコ・ルイスによるクラシックギター・リサイタルが、2026年11月25日に横浜市市民文化会館関内ホールで開催される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451224Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキリンホールディングス株式会社 published “Kirin Group Human Rights Report 2026,” the first such report from キリングループ, on October 19, 2026. Based on the UN Guiding Principles, the report systematically discloses its efforts to respect human rights, due diligence, governance structure and other matters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451223Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキリンビバレッジは、公益財団法人日本サッカー協会の拠点「blue-ing!」に、ガチャガチャ機能付きのサッカー日本代表デザイン自動販売機を2026年10月16日に導入した。対象飲料とユニフォームデザインのペットボトルカバーをセットで販売し、ヘルスサイエンス飲料と応援体験価値を組み合わせた新たな取り組みを展開する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451222Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKirin Brewery will co-host the “13th H.B.A. Junior Cocktail Competition KIRIN CUP 2026” with the Japan Hotel Bartenders Association on November 2, with the aim of nurturing young bartenders. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451221Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキリンホールディングス株式会 announced that a clinical trial confirmed ongoing intake of the lactic acid bacterium Lacticaseibacillus paracasei KW3110 alleviates eye symptoms associated with mild to moderate hay fever. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451220Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew York-born modern Italian restaurant スカルペッタ東京 will offer its limited-time Christmas dinner, “Scarpetta Natale 2026,” and its first Christmas lunch, “Natale Lunch,” from Dec. 18 to 26, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451219Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES花王’s Biore Kids Stamp UV has won multiple awards, including the Pentawards 2026 Gold and the Good Design Best 100. Cumulative sales have surpassed 400,000 units. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451218Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESカルビー株式会社は、秋の「カルビープラス」にて、北海道産きたあかりを使用した新商品やエッセンポテトのリニューアル、紅天使の焼き芋フライ、秋冬限定チョコレート商品などを順次発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451217Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESフリュー株式会社 will roll out prizes featuring a Heisei-retro “Gal-Style Leopard” design based on Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at amusement facilities nationwide starting in October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451216Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社丹後王国ブルワリー will begin selling Heartful water, bottled water in paper cartons made with spring water from Kyotango, Kyoto Prefecture, on Oct. 19. The package was designed by artists from 株式会社パソナハートフル, a subsidiary of パソナグループ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451215Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES星のや京都 will hold its “New Year’s Good-Fortune Tradition for the Year of the Sheep” program from Jan. 6 to Feb. 2, 2027. The program includes a special prayer at 虚空蔵法輪寺 and an experience writing Buddhist sutras in Sanskrit characters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451214Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート will launch 3 “seriously chocolate-coated breads” on Oct. 20, 2026, offering an affordable way to enjoy chocolate’s texture amid rising cocoa bean prices. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451213Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート will begin airing a new TV commercial featuring Rikako Yagi on Oct. 20, 2026, and will launch 3 varieties of “seriously chocolate-coated bread” at approximately 16,500 stores nationwide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451212https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451212Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES資生堂銀座本店「SHISEIDO THE STORE」は、2026年11月28日に就活生向けヘアメイクセミナーを開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451211Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リクルート傘下のホットペッパービューティーアカデミーによる「薄毛に関する意識調査2026」の結果、薄毛対策・予防市場規模は5405億円と前年比268億円増加。物価高の影響を受けず支出額が上昇し、特に若年層男性の理美容室での相談経験が増加している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451210Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESWriter Hiroyuki Itsuki’s latest essay collection, “Sometimes Swimming Against the Current,” will be released by 新潮新書 on Oct. 19, 2026. The list price is 990 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451209Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHarue Yamanoi’s “Regretting Becoming Friends” is published by 新潮新書. Based on interviews with men and women in their 10s to 80s, this nonfiction book features 10 accounts of parting ways with friends. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451208Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド announced a new brand, “Villa Prince Karuizawa,” as part of a major renovation of プリンスグランドリゾート軽井沢. The first property, “Villa Prince Karuizawa Higashi no Mori,” will open on July 30, 2027, with approximately 29 billion yen invested to develop 41 dog-friendly buildings and “Mori Terrace.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451207Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド has launched “VILLA PRINCE,” a villa-focused brand for the luxury market, and will open “Villa Prince Karuizawa” in June 2025 following the renovation of Karuizawa Prince Hotel East and the West Cottages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451206Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn episode #382 of AbemaTV’s “Chance no Jikan,” former Diamond member Nozawa Yushutsu negotiates with several potential partners ahead of competing in the M-1 Grand Prix 2026. He gets an enthusiastic yes from Kuchibue Naru-o and his idol, Daigo Yoshida, but brushes off advice from Chidori, saying it “doesn’t sink in.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451205Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESセルリアンタワー東急ホテル is offering a special package combining an S-seat ticket and accommodation for the 東京フィルハーモニー交響楽団 New Year Concert 2027, the final performance before Bunkamura Orchard Hall closes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451204Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES新社会システム総合研究所 will host a seminar on addressing challenges in hospital management and next-generation management strategies, featuring Yuki Ota, CEO of Healthcare Accelerator, as the speaker, on November 20, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451203Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGMO Prime Strategy and GMO AI Connect will begin offering an integration of “GMO AI RAG” and “JOINT AI Flow byGMO” on October 19, 2026, enabling the automation of business workflows using internal knowledge. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451201Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンワサプライ has launched 6 sizes of its “CP-HB Series” 19-inch hub storage cabinets, which save space by storing switching hubs and network equipment under desks or on walls. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451197Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPanasonic Electric Works took part for the first time in the “Girls Meet STEM” program run by the Yamada Shintaro D&I Foundation and hosted an office tour for 42 junior and senior high school girls at its Kadoma site in Osaka Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451196Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リットーミュージック released “TMNETWORK Sukeru Radio Book Vol.7,” an e-book edition of TMNETWORK’s radio program, on October 19, 2026. The series is planned to run for 9 volumes, and the video edition, “WOWOW ver.,” will also be broadcast and streamed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451195Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション has opened a new store on “pTa.shop,” the official publisher T-shirt mall operated by 株式会社ICE, and begun selling 4 items from the “Tamahiyo” brand: T-shirts and tote bags. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451194Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will release volume 1 of “Professional Stand-in,” a manga adaptation of the Chinese BL novel “职业替身” by Shui Qiancheng, on October 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451183Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will release volume 1 of the manga “The Omega Noble Who Hates Alphas Is Doted on by a Taciturn Knight” on October 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451176Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWAは、漫画『騎士団長は異世界バーで恋に落ちる 1』を2026年10月19日に発売すると発表した。本作は「アルコリリカ（カドコミ）」で連載中であり、アニメイトなど各店舗で特典や試し読み小冊子の配布が行われる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451175Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWAは、漫画『モブなのに推しから愛されルートに入りました 1』を2026年10月19日に発売すると発表した。また、アニメイト対象店舗で新BLコレクション「アルコリリカ」の試し読み小冊子を配布する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3451174Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will release “Bread Thief Drawing Book: Special Extra-Large Edition with Stencil Set,” a coloring and activity book based on the popular picture book series “Bread Thief,” on February 22, 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450986Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:59:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe first exclusive sweatshirt set collaboration between “Saturdays NYC,” operated by 株式会社ジュン, and “Champion” goes on sale October 24, with a free event to be held at the Daikanyama store the previous day. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450987Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:59:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Saga Imari Office of 税理士法人アップパートナーズ will hold free tax consultation sessions at 2 venues in Imari and Takeo on December 3 and 4, 2026. Reservations are required, with places limited to the first 10 groups; experts will help resolve concerns about management, taxes, inheritance, and business succession. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450988Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:59:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナレッジセンス has launched a new feature for “ChatSense,” its desktop AI that creates manuals from recordings of PC work. The feature records long work sessions without interruption and compiles the steps from beginning to end into a manual. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450989Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:58:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESLuxury brand BONAVENTURA, based in Milan, Italy, will begin preorders on October 16, 2026, for a collection of leather cases compatible with Apple’s first foldable iPhone, “iPhone Duo.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450990Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:58:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GENSHI AI has launched “CARTE,” a medical AI information-sharing community for doctors and medical students, on LINE OpenChat and is recruiting members. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450991Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:58:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn September 18, 2026, 丸文株式会社 held its first regional blood drive at its headquarters in cooperation with 日本赤十字社東京都赤十字血液センター. 63 people took part, and the Welfare Promotion Office also provided health promotion support. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450992Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:51:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タスカジ will exhibit at “Organizing and Storage Festival 2026,” hosted by 特定非営利活動法人・一般社団法人ハウスキーピング協会, with a booth for recruiting new Taskaji providers and offering an Instagram follow bonus. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450993Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピース launched a free demo of “Catch Every Fish in the Sea,” a short incremental fishing action game, on Steam on October 19, 2026. The goal is to catch a total of 100 million fish, and the full game is expected to take 4–5 hours to play. It is also set to take part in “Steam Next Fest,” opening October 20. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450827Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:43:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES九州沖縄サウナ・スパ協会 will run the “Support Kyushu with Saunas! Kyushu Sauna Trip Campaign” from October 23 to December 25, 2026. 10 facilities across Kyushu’s 7 prefectures are taking part. Guests can receive a perk ticket at their lodging facility and use it at another facility, helping boost sauna culture and tourism throughout Kyushu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450828Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:43:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES富山県商工会連合会 will exhibit at “Toyama Gourmet Food Fest 2026,” to be held at the West Wing of Techno Hall in Toyama City on October 24 and 25, 2026. Working with 12 local commerce and industry associations and other groups, 4 businesses, including 和食亭こもり, will have booths promoting Toyama’s ingredients and food culture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450829Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:41:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESValenti, the aftermarket parts brand operated by automotive accessories manufacturer 株式会社コラント, has released the “Jewel LED Tail Lamp ULTRA” for the Land Cruiser 250 Series. It features OEA functionality and sequential turn signals, meets safety standards, and comes with a 1-year warranty. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450830Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:41:17 +0900JapanPR TIMESHawaiian cafe チャーリーズ ラナイ in Myoban Onsen, Beppu, Oita Prefecture, will launch “Wanko Jigokumushi® Pudding,” a new treat to enjoy with your dog, on November 1, “Dog Day.” Made with a soy milk base, it is positioned as a companion product to 岡本屋売店’s signature “Jigokumushi® Pudding,” with the aim of giving owners and their dogs a treat they can enjoy together. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450831Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:40:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESNeatframe株式会社は、出社回帰とオンライン会議の定着により「会議室不足」が課題となる中、利用実態をデータで把握しオフィス空間を有効活用する企業の取り組みを紹介している。大手電機メーカーやSansan株式会社がセンサーを活用した事例が示された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450832Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:40:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESFSCジャパン will launch a forest management project in FSC-certified forests (569.5ha) in Shirakawa, Gifu Prefecture, using a donation from 株式会社サンゲツ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450833Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社bajji has launched “AI Rebuild,” a service that reconstructs long-running business systems and web services with an AI-native approach. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450834https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450834Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:37:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES2026年11月8日、新潟県十日町市の松之山温泉で「松之山温泉ガストロノミーデイ2026」が開催され、NISEKO TAKAZAWAとMa Cuisineのシェフによる一夜限りのファインダイニング、オズボーン社シェリーとのペアリング、日本酒飲み歩きが行われる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450835Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:34:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESAutumn public viewing will be held from Nov. 14 to 29, 2026, at Kunen-an, a nationally designated scenic spot owned by 佐賀県. Following 46,000 visitors last year, the viewing period has been extended, with concerts, Ureshino tea and food booths among the offerings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450836Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フジクラ will donate a total of 20 million yen through 日本赤十字社千葉県支部 to support those affected by Typhoon No. 25 in Reiwa 8 and assist with recovery and reconstruction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450837Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES横浜マラソン組織委員会 and e-dash株式会社 will launch a joint project to calculate and visualize overall CO₂ emissions (Scope 1, 2 and 3) for the “Yokohama Marathon 2026,” aiming to decarbonize the event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-09/index-en-p3.html#n3450862Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ENTIAL has launched “Picture-in-Picture (PiP),” a content production service centered on video podcasts. Its first offering is the channel “さすがに無理か。” by こーくん and セイギ, which surpassed 200,000 total views in 5 days. The company plans to expand its creator partnerships and launch media platforms for businesses.