AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-19 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 453 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 187 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en dipitea, a brand by 小島瑠璃子, to launch sparkling hojicha tea “燈 -tou-” on October 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452596Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社Kinacoco will launch “燈 -tou-,” the first product from dipitea, a nonalcoholic sparkling tea brand by 小島瑠璃子, on October 20, 2026. The hojicha is made with tea leaves from Sayama, Saitama Prefecture. 一石三鳥グループ serves as the brand ambassador, and the product will be offered first at the group's locations. 経理の属人化をなくす「トヨタ生産方式×AI」の実践例を公開｜Bricks&UKがオンラインイベントの特別セッションに登壇https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452595Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBricks&UKの経理アウトソーシング事業を担う株式会社Bricks＆UK Outsourcingは、2026年11月9日に開催されるオンラインイベント「ManegyランスタWEEK 2026 Autumn」に登壇し、トヨタ生産方式とAI・RPAを組み合わせた経理業務の標準化および属人化解消の実践例を紹介する。 For companies that aren't generating more sales meetings after trade shows: Launch of “Trade Show Value Creation Web Marketing,” offering short-term support tailored to the timing, from KGI and KPI design to follow-up with business cardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452594Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジャグプロジェクト合同会社 will launch “Trade Show Value Creation Web Marketing,” a service that helps turn trade show participation into sales meetings, on October 19, 2026. It offers 3 short-term support plans covering everything from KGI and KPI design to web integration and business card follow-up, and also provides free assessments. Full program now available on the official website! Projects that explore social issues from diverse “〇〇 perspectives” come together! “The Toyota Foundation Day” to be held Nov. 2 (Mon.) and Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452593Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人トヨタ財団 has published the full program for “The Toyota Foundation Day,” a collaborative exhibition to be held on November 2 and 3, 2026, at TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO. A total of 46 projects supported by its grant programs will take part, with exhibition booths, symposia, workshops and kiosks. A symposium on mental health is scheduled for November 3. AI映画で全世界67,000作品から126作品に選出！WEBB制作の『KAGEROU』がHiggsfield GLOBAL FILM FESTIVALで最終選考へhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452592Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WEBB's fully AI-generated short film “KAGEROU” has been selected for the shortlist of 126 works from approximately 67,000 entries to the Higgsfield Global Film Festival. 46 projects tackling social issues come together! Collaborative exhibition “The Toyota Foundation Day” to be held Nov. 2 (Mon.) and Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452591Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe collaborative exhibition “The Toyota Foundation Day,” hosted by 公益財団法人トヨタ財団, will be held on November 2 and 3, 2026, at TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO. 株式会社SECAI will manage the event, which will bring together 46 projects supported by the Toyota Foundation's grant programs and feature exhibitions, symposia and more. 【ホノルル・クッキー・カンパニー】“A Christmas gift from Hawaii, sharing aloha”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452590Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESホノルル・クッキー・カンパニー will launch “Mele Holiday Collection 2026,” a holiday-exclusive collection created in collaboration with luxury home decor brand NOHO HOME. The collection will be available from early November on the official Japanese website and at pop-up stores in the Kanto region. Ichinomiya, Chiba Prefecture, to begin demonstration of “Disaster Prevention Smart Poles” that use satellites to save lives from tsunamishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452589Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIchinomiya, Chiba Prefecture, and DX通信株式会社 will begin a demonstration of “Disaster Prevention Smart Poles,” tsunami prevention infrastructure that uses the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System satellite みちびき, at Tsurigasaki Beach. A press conference and demonstration will be held on November 2 to test an alert function using a standalone system that does not rely on base stations. 加藤ゼミナール to set up bar exam results viewing venues in Tokyo and Osaka after end of posted results on bulletin boardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452588Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社加藤ゼミナール will hold a free event at 2 venues in Tokyo and Osaka, where examinees' numbers will be displayed on large monitors, following the decision that results of the Reiwa 8 bar examination will be announced only on the Ministry of Justice website. 【COMPASS BOX】再販売決定！『コンパスボックス オーチャードハウス ハイボール』が10月20日（火）より全国のローソン店舗にて数量限定で再登場！限定ウイスキーミニボトル200mlも新登場。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452587Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESロンドン発のウイスキーブランド「COMPASS BOX」は、2026年10月20日より全国のローソン店舗にて、好評だった『コンパスボックス オーチャードハウス ハイボール 350ml』を数量限定で再販売し、新たに『コンパスボックス オーチャードハウス 200ml』ミニボトルも登場させる。 BMW & MINI Racing 2026 RD.5 Okayama: 2 series champions decided in 2 races at the end of the seasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452586Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBMW & MINI Racing 2026 RD.5 was held at Okayama International Circuit. Junpei Kato of the M2 CS Racing Series and Naritoshi Tomita of MINI CPS claimed their series titles, while the MINI JCW class title race will be decided at the final round. 【New contract testing service launched】NITE “Safety Guidelines for Battery Systems for Public Procurement and Critical Infrastructure”: One-stop service from testing to certification in collaboration with TÜV SÜD Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452585Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエスペック株式会社は、テュフズードジャパンと協業し、NITEの「公共調達・重要インフラ向け蓄電池システムの安全ガイドライン」に基づく試験から認証までのワンストップサービスを開始する。 “EGO BLAZE LOW,” a low-cut model with a reengineered upper, launches from “EGOZARU”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452584https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452584Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“EGO BLAZE LOW,” a low-cut model with a reengineered upper, will launch on October 22, 2026, from the basketball brand “EGOZARU,” operated by 株式会社サードシップ. Meeting-minutes AI “YOMEL” wins top “Leader” award in the AI Automated Meeting Minutes Creation Tools category at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452583Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“YOMEL,” a meeting-minutes AI developed by 株式会社PKSHA Infinity, has won the top “Leader” award in the AI Automated Meeting Minutes Creation Tools category at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” hosted by アイティクラウド株式会社. This is its 3rd consecutive award, and it is used by more than 2,000 companies. A “three birds with one stone” group on a roll × Ruriko Kojima: Japanese tea brand “dipitea（ディピティー）” collaboration “Sparkling Roasted Green Tea” to go on sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452582Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Human Qreate (一石三鳥グループ) and Ruriko Kojima’s Japanese tea brand “dipitea” will launch the non-alcoholic sparkling roasted green tea “燈 -とう-” on October 20, 2026. For the first few months after launch, it will be available exclusively at the group’s locations. 【予約受付中】グローグーと物語を持ち歩ける！『マンダロリアン』ミニブック＆チャームケースが新登場！【ルーカスフィルム公認】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452581Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社実務教育出版 has announced the release of “STAR WARS The Mandalorian Accessory BOOK GROGU” and begun accepting reservations. Scheduled for release on February 15, 2027, the product includes a mini book and charm case. 東大合格者を輩出する河野塾が小学生向け算数テストを初開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452580Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Stardyが運営する河野塾は、2026年10月16日より小学生向け無料の『第1回ハイレベル算数テストゼミ』を開催し、河野玄斗による解説講義も実施する。 Joint project by Snack Yokocho and 阪急阪神百貨店: Launch of “Snack Experience Tour in Osaka” for overseas VIP customershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452579Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESオンラインスナック横丁文化株式会社 and 阪急阪神百貨店 launched a tour on October 19 for overseas VIP customers to experience snack bar culture in Osaka’s Sonezaki and Kitashinchi districts. What are the new business ideas in 12 next-generation trend areas, including physical AI, AI agents and next-generation batteries?—“Innovation Business Opportunity Map 2026” released free of charge | 株式会社イノベーション総合研究所https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452578Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 has released “Innovation Business Opportunity Map 2026” free of charge, outlining market entry opportunities and commercialization requirements in 12 technology areas attracting attention in 2026. 金沢フォーラス presents “KANAZAWA FORUS 20th Anniversary”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452577Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社OPAが運営する商業施設「金沢フォーラス」は、2026年11月2日の開業20周年を記念し、10月23日から11月3日まで「KANAZAWA FORUS 20th Anniversary」を開催する。NiziUのMAYAさんとのコラボレーションやナルミヤキャラクターズのPOP UP SHOP、カレーパーティーなど多彩な企画を実施する。 How can education help students develop the ability to ask the questions needed in the AI era? New book by Hiroaki Miyata, “The Ability to Ask Questions in the AI Era,” introduces the next-generation learning CoIU aims to providehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452576Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCo-Innovation University (CoIU), operated by 学校法人CoIU, has announced the October 20, 2026 release of Hiroaki Miyata’s new book, “The Ability to Ask Questions in the AI Era.” The book explores the importance of the ability to ask questions in the generative AI era and the practical learning offered at CoIU. BUNNEY for MARTINE ROSE “THE BOTTLE TOP”: Collaboration collection inspired by British pub culture to launch Saturday, October 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452575Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBritish jewelry brand BUNNEY and fashion brand MARTINE ROSE will launch “THE BOTTLE TOP,” a collaboration collection inspired by British pub culture, on October 24, 2026. 【アマン京都】静寂の森の庭で祝う、心華やぐクリスマスダイニングhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452574Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアマン京都は、2026年12月19日から25日まで限定で、総料理長小澤達也によるクリスマスランチ・ディナーコースを提供する。 Short film about same-sex marriage wins grand prix. “Even Though No One Is to Blame,” depicting family conflict over a same-sex partner, selected for the domestic category of “Branded Shorts of the Year”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452573Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe short film “Even Though No One Is to Blame,” produced by Marriage For All Japan, won the top award in the national category of “Branded Shorts of the Year.” The organization also released the latest installment of its documentary series on countries that have legalized same-sex marriage, featuring the Netherlands, and held a related event in Shinjuku Ni-chome. “Yō Okoshinashite: Seishu Festival 2026” to honor the renowned physician Hanaoka Seishuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452572Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES紀の川市出身の医聖華岡青洲を称える「～ようおこしなして～青洲まつり2026」が令和8年10月25日に開催される。ステージイベント、時代行列、子ども体験村などが予定されている。 Punch Industry’s automation business selected for “Next Edge Tokyo,” a Reiwa 8 Tokyo metropolitan program supporting the growth of mid-sized companies to revitalize local industry!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452571Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESパンチ工業株式会社の自動化事業が、東京都の中堅企業支援事業「Next Edge Tokyo」の令和8年度採択事業に選定された。同社はFA事業の強化に向け、営業活動やM&A・業務提携によるシナジー創出を行い、都内産業の生産性向上と社会課題解決に貢献する方針。 Developed “opportunity-seeking technology” to identify new business opportunities by tracking changes in the market environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452570Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日立 has developed “opportunity-seeking technology” to identify new business opportunities by tracking changes in the market environment. The AI agent technology combines regulatory and facility information, and an initial trial focused on coal-fired power plants in Southeast Asia confirmed it could identify prospective customers for cogeneration systems. 【Make One】Forms business-matching partnership with 碧海信用金庫. Will supply specified skilled workers to manufacturing companies in Mikawa through a regional financial network of 78 brancheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452569Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メイクワン has formed a business-matching partnership with 碧海信用金庫 and will begin an initiative in September 2026 to supply specified skilled workers to manufacturing companies in the Mikawa region. 【11月22日／国連大学】国連SOGI独立専門家グレアム・リード氏が基調講演に登壇決定。「第2回 LGBTQも安心して暮らせるまちづくりシンポジウム」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452568Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人ReBit announced that Graeme Reid, the UN Independent Expert on SOGI, will deliver a keynote address at the “2nd Symposium on Building LGBTQ-Friendly Communities,” to be held at 国連大学 on November 22 and 23, 2026. For you, even if you don’t work at a nursery school. “A Nursery School Where Everyone Takes Center Stage,” for people involved in families, developmental support and children’s cafeteriashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452567Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES社会福祉法人絆友会理事長の川名美雄氏による初著書『みんなが主役の保育園』が恒健社より2026年9月10日に発売される。保育士だけでなく、子育て中の方や児童発達支援・子ども食堂に関わる方へ向けた書籍で、Kindle版は1,980円、紙の本POD版は2,970円。 Experience “Feel the wonder in nature!” From behind the scenes of the “Neverland Concept” development around Chiba Park to community-building through single-story homes, where Chiba Prefecture’s sales record ranks No. 1: Introducing “PEACEFUL CAMP,” a unique study tour found nowhere else in Japan.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452566Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社拓匠開発 is launching “PEACEFUL CAMP,” a study tour offering a behind-the-scenes look at the “Neverland Concept” development around Chiba Park and its single-story home community-building projects, which have the No. 1 sales record in Chiba Prefecture. Blue Bottle Coffee Holiday Collection 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452565Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESブルーボトルコーヒージャパン合同会社 will launch the “Blue Bottle Coffee Holiday Collection 2026” on November 5, 2026. The concept is “RITUALS OF WELCOME.” The collection will feature limited-edition coffee, merchandise and food, and a limited-time “Blue Bottle Coffee Truck” will also appear at Hibiya Park in Tokyo from November 9. Zurich travel accident and trip cancellation insurance now available through the “ena” travel booking servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452564Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESチューリッヒ保険会社 and Zurich Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance began selling domestic and international travel accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance through “ena,” a travel booking service operated by AirPlus, on October 1, 2026. “フルーツでスマイルを。”のDole ドラゴンフルーツを使用した新たな組み合わせで再登場『近江屋洋菓子店監修 プレミアムフルーツポンチ』を数量限定で発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452563Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドール will release a limited-edition Premium Fruit Punch supervised by the long-established confectionery shop 近江屋洋菓子店, featuring a new combination with dragon fruit, at select セブン-イレブン stores from October 20, 2026. Kunitomi Town Wood Education Network Committee receives certificate of appreciation! Its activities encouraging people to touch and connect with wood have been recognizedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452562Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Kunichō Town Wood Education Network Subcommittee received a certificate of appreciation in the public awareness and outreach category at the Reiwa 8 Miyazaki Prefectural Citizens' Conference on Wood Use general meeting, held in Miyazaki City. Pencil wins top prize and heads to nationals with “Nue thinking,” deliberately giving AI “bias” so it can evolve alongside peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452561Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe judging results for the National Work Style Transformation Awards 2026 Kyushu-Okinawa competition were announced, with 株式会社ペンシル winning the top prize. The company is advancing digital transformation with “Nue thinking,” which deliberately gives AI bias. 株式会社fab won an excellence award, while 株式会社ワールドスタッフィング and WizTry株式会社 received incentive awards. Asukanet receives Silver certification as a “Hiroshima Corporate Health Declaration: Excellent Health Promotion Business”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452560Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アスカネット received Silver certification (4 stars) as a “Hiroshima Corporate Health Declaration: Excellent Health Promotion Business” under the “Hiroshima Corporate Health Declaration” program run by the Hiroshima Branch of 全国健康保険協会. Pediatrician ニッシー launches newsletter on the professional writing platform theLetterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452559Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPediatrician ニッシー has launched a newsletter on the professional writing platform theLetter, operated by 株式会社OutNow. “Project Revenue and Repeat Business Growth Package” for event companies added to “社長の分身,” helping convert one-off orders into ongoing contractshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452558Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ルミッション will add a “Project Revenue and Repeat Business Growth Package” for event companies to “社長の分身,” its management support service for small and midsize businesses, and begin offering it on October 19, 2026. From “hiring and stopping there” to healthcare workplaces where people “work together for the long term.” Launch of the “Ashitaba Project” to prevent healthcare staff turnover through 3 phases: hiring, prevention and responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452557Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エムステージグループ launched the new “Ashitaba Project” on October 19, 2026, to prevent healthcare worker turnover and promote organizational retention. The project consists of 3 phases—hiring, prevention and response—and provides hands-on solutions to support sustainable healthcare management, including measures to prevent mismatched hires, mental health care, and support for leave and return to work based on objective diagnostic data. Welcoming 2027 in Okinawa: A special New Year’s countdown with the sound of the sanshin! Countdown LIVE at glampark Sesokohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452556Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサステナブルホールディングス株式会社 is selling a special overnight stay plan featuring a countdown LIVE exclusively for December 31, 2026, at glampark 瀬底-Ocean Terrace- in Motobu, Okinawa. The plan includes a live performance by sanshin artist “エミクトゥ,” a barbecue and New Year’s soba. MoonSwatchツアーが紅葉の美しい谷川岳(群馬)へ。10月24日(土)から25日(日)、期間限定で開催。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452555Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESスウォッチグループジャパン株式会社 will hold a “MoonSwatch Tour” at Mount Tanigawa in Gunma Prefecture from October 24 to 25, showcasing the appeal of the “Bioceramic MoonSwatch” collection. Rising land and construction costs, along with higher interest rates, make it “harder to buy a home.” After completions increased 2.4 times in 1 year, concept rooms expand to 6 locationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452554Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリノベる株式会社 has expanded the concept rooms for “The R. by RENOVERU” to 6 locations in response to the growing difficulty of buying a home amid rising land and construction costs. The number of homes completed in fiscal 2025 grew to about 2.4 times the previous year, while average renovation costs are about 33% lower than for a full custom order. “Satoyama Camera Gallery,” a renovated traditional house, celebrates its opening with “Minakami Satoyama Photo Walk,” led by photographer Takashi Namikihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452553Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タムロン will hold “Minakami Satoyama Photo Walk,” a special photography event led by photographer Takashi Namiki, on November 21 and 22, 2026, to mark the opening of “Satoyama Camera Gallery,” operated by the Japan Camera Industry Institute. Wizleap, operator of “Money Career,” to hold free online seminars for life insurance agencies representing multiple insurers on October 28 and 30: “How does the ‘Ro method’ work in practice?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452552Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Wizleap will hold free online seminars on October 28 and 30 for life insurance agencies representing multiple insurers, titled “How does the ‘Ro method’ work in practice?” Attorney Adachi of 紀希綜合法律事務所 will outline the criteria for making decisions, and Wizleap will present an operational design and demonstration. “Noda Kuri’s Ambition: The Road to Conquering the Gaming World” holds a “Shinya trial”! The verdict will be delivered in “Mario Kart World”!? Airing tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20, at 8:57 p.m.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452551Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe October 20 episode of the gaming variety show “Noda Kuri’s Ambition: The Road to Conquering the Gaming World,” airing on TOKYO MX, has been announced. This time, a “Shinya trial” will be held, with the verdict set to be delivered in “Mario Kart World.” アミティーそよらつくば学園の森校 2026年11月24日（火）に新規オープン！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452550Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イーオンは、2026年11月24日に茨城県つくば市に「アミティーそよらつくば学園の森校」を新規オープンし、キャンペーンを実施する。 Passing on the everyday convenience of “water at the turn of a tap” to the next generation. “Space Waterworks Bureau” publishes a case study of its implementation at 中津市上下水道部https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452549Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社天地人 has published a case study on the adoption of its “Space Water Bureau” water utility DX solution, which uses satellite data, by 中津市上下水道部 in Nakatsu, Oita Prefecture. This is the 3rd case study, following Saga City and Miyakonojo City, and the solution is helping address issues such as aging pipes and preventive maintenance. The 3rd museum-café collaboration theme café arrives at “ギンザミライミュージアム”! “Guilty Crown × Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress Exhibition – THE SCENE TABLE GINZA” opens for a limited time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452548Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エルティーアール will hold a limited-time theme café for “Guilty Crown” and “Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress” at the café adjoining “ギンザミライミュージアム” in Ginza from October 30 to November 23, 2026. Housecom Chiba relocates its Motoyawata store on October 17https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452547Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHousecom Chiba relocated its Motoyawata store on October 17, 2026. ヘアカラー1件につき5円を環境保全へ、美容室チェーンのアルテジェネシス6年間の累計寄付額が3,200万円を突破https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452546Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES美容室チェーンを展開する株式会社アルテジェネシスは、ヘアカラー1件につき5円を拠出する取り組みにより、6年間の累計寄付額が3,200万円（正確には32,697,305円）を突破したと発表した。寄付金は宮城県東松島市の湿地再生・渡り鳥保護活動に活用されている。 Limited-time “TAX OFFICE” arrives at キッザニア Tokyo—children experience working as tax officials during “Tax Consideration Week”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452545Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人東京法人会連合会 and KCJ GROUP will host a limited-time “TAX OFFICE” pavilion at キッザニア Tokyo from November 11 to 17, 2026, where children can experience working as tax officials. Limited-time “TAX OFFICE” arrives at キッザニア甲子園—children experience working as tax officials during “Tax Consideration Week”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452544Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES納税協会連合会 and KCJ GROUP will open a limited-time “TAX OFFICE” pavilion at “キッザニア甲子園” from November 11 to 17, 2026, and hold an event where children can experience working as tax officials in conjunction with “Tax Consideration Week.” Reusing 20 tons of underutilized resources annually through processing technology: high-performance dress belts made from 栃木レザー split leather to launch exclusively at 洋服の青山https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452543Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES青山商事株式会社 will launch high-performance dress belts made through upcycling split leather, an underutilized resource from 栃木レザー, exclusively at 洋服の青山. Marking its 32nd anniversary, Japan’s first* bridal jewelry specialty store, 銀座ダイヤモンドシライシ, launches its “32nd Anniversary Fair” on October 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452542https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452542Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NEW ART, operator of bridal jewelry specialty store 銀座ダイヤモンドシライシ, will hold the “32nd Anniversary Fair” at all stores from October 24 to mark the 32nd anniversary of its founding on November 3, 2026. “DESCENTE ニュウマン高輪” transitions from a limited-time store to a permanent directly operated storehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452541Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESデサントジャパン reopened “DESCENTE ニュウマン高輪,” which had been well received as a limited-time store, as a permanent directly operated store on October 16. 電通総研 announces findings from its “Quality of Society Index 2026” surveyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452540Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES電通総研は10月19日、「クオリティ・オブ・ソサエティ指標2026」の調査結果を発表した。AIをうまく使いこなせている人は約3割で若年層に多い一方、就労者の約3割がAIやロボットによる仕事奪われ不安を感じており、年代差が縮小している。また、日本らしい文化として「食文化」が1位となり、浮世絵や相撲などへの関心も増加した。 “Like a member of the family”—bringing to children who have yet to meet LOVOT the bonds built between children at children’s homes and LOVOT. Crowdfunding campaign to launch in mid-November 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452539Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRobot startup GROOVE X announced that it will launch the second installment of a project delivering its family-oriented robot LOVOT to children at children’s homes through crowdfunding in mid-November 2026. アドビ and NVIDIA expand partnership to accelerate agentic content creationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452538Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアドビ and NVIDIA are expanding their partnership, introducing NVIDIA RTX Spark superchips to tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Premiere and Substance 3D to speed up AI processing and other tasks by up to 2 times, while optimizing Adobe Brand Concierge for NVIDIA Nemotron. Special class on capturing the skills of swordsmiths and the flames of the forge; registration opens for Nikon College photography classes!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452537Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパン opened registration on October 19 for a special “Seki swordsmiths” class at its photography school, ニコン カレッジ, featuring a practical session at a swordsmith’s workshop. Registration is also open for classes in the latter half of the October–December 2026 term. メガネスーパー to completely revamp its official website on Friday, October 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452536Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESメガネスーパー, operated by 株式会社インターメスティック, completely revamped its official website on October 2, 2026. With the brand concept defined as “a place to solve vision-related concerns for working adults,” it expanded product-related pages to about 3,500 and increased the total number of pages from the previous 249 to 3,765. Kyoto’s circular festival, created with Gen Z, set for 11/21 (Sat)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452535Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヒューマンフォーラム, コミュニティ・バンク京信 and 株式会社ジェイ・エス・ビー reported the results of “Junkan Fes,” a reuse event for Gen Z held on April 19, 2026, and announced that the next event will take place on November 21, 2026. [Advance launch in Tochigi and Gunma Prefectures] Sano’s famous imofurai is delicious served cold! A moist texture and sweet-and-sour sauce set it aparthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452534Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will begin an advance launch of “Imofurai to Eat Cold” at セブン‐イレブン stores in Tochigi and Gunma Prefectures on October 20. The price is 238 yen (257.04 yen including tax). Look out for Almond Eye holding an impressive yellowtail! October’s latest print book releases from “Cygames”—including volume 8 of ウマ娘 プリティーダービー うまむすめし, a perfect read for autumn appetitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452533Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Cygames announced that it will release print editions of 16 titles, including works serialized on its manga distribution service サイコミ, on October 15, 19 and 30. Some titles will be published by 小学館, while the others will be issued under its in-house publishing label, サイコミ パブリッシング. Demonstration of using drones to drive away harmful wildlife and operating them remotely. Free wildlife damage prevention event to be held in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, on Thursday, November 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452532Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セキド will hold a demonstration of attack drones for driving away wildlife, hosted by 株式会社プロクルー, in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, on November 5, 2026. The event will demonstrate using DJI products to drive away wildlife with drones and operate them remotely. Repurposing Australian sheepskin destined for disposal: Launch of the “Australian Sheepskin 2WAY Bag,” created after a factory visit by the editor-in-chief of DAMA collectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452531Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社dinos will launch the “Australian Sheepskin 2WAY Bag,” a real-fur bag made using offcuts of Australian sheepskin that were destined for disposal, through DAMA collection. The material, which could not be used for clothing because of color differences and uneven pile, is being reused as part of a sustainability initiative. [Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station] “Christmas Cake & Chicken Collection 2026” features 6 items, including cakes made with Fukuoka-grown Amaou strawberries | Reservations accepted through Saturday, December 12, 2026 |https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452530Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station is accepting reservations through December 12 for its “Christmas Cake & Chicken Collection 2026,” which will be available from December 18 to 25, 2026. The lineup includes 6 items: 4 types of cake, including Amaou strawberry and Japanese chestnut Mont Blanc, as well as roast chicken and roast beef. 【東京都・最大1億円】”都内産業の活性化に向けた中堅企業の成長促進支援事業”の申請サポートを開始します！【助成金なう】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452529Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京都が中堅企業を対象に実施する「Next Edge Tokyo」支援事業の第2回公募開始と、株式会社ナビットによる申請サポートの案内。最大1億円の補助金および事業計画策定支援を提供し、締切は2026年11月16日。 『PAC-MAN』 to appear at the “2nd Kyoto Station Building Art Festival”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452528Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント will take part in the “2nd Kyoto Station Building Art Festival,” held at Kyoto Station Building from October 17 to November 3, 2026. The event will feature art inspired by 『PAC-MAN』 and a special screening of short animated films. 【リーガロイヤルホテル京都】 “Christmas Dinner” now on sale at リーガロイヤルホテル京都https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452527Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリーガロイヤルホテル京都 will offer “Christmas Dinner” at 5 restaurants from December 12 to 25. FamilyMart’s baked sweet potatoes get an upgrade with a new method that wraps them in aluminum foil and slow-bakes them for 2 hours, creating an amazingly gooey, sweet treat that tastes like dessert. Longer sales hours aim to reduce food waste.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452526Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート will launch its “baked sweet potatoes,” made using a new method that wraps them in aluminum foil and bakes them for 2 hours, at approximately 5,600 stores nationwide starting October 20, 2026. The initiative improves sweetness and texture, while extending sales hours to reduce food waste. A 20-yen discount campaign will also run every Friday. ネットマーブル、最新MMORPG『ヴァンピール(VAMPIR)』、最新アップデート情報や初の公式大会の全貌を発表する第5回公式生放送を、10月20日（火）19時より実施！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452525https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452525Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESネットマーブルは、MMORPG『ヴァンピール(VAMPIR)』の最新アップデート情報と初の公式大会「VCC」の詳細を発表するため、10月20日19時より第5回公式生放送を実施する。 Save on food and manage your health with this one book! 『2027 Edition: 主婦の友365 Days of Side-Dish Household Accounts』 goes on sale to help readers navigate rising prices and changes to policieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452524https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452524Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社主婦の友社 released 『2027年版 主婦の友365日のおかず家計簿』 on October 13, 2026. The household account book helps readers save on food and manage their health amid rising prices and policy changes. It includes herb recipes by Edajun and a money column supervised by Mayumi Naito. List price: 1,210 yen, including tax. 資生堂 wins 2 awards at the global packaging design competition “PENTAWARDS 2026”: gummy facial cleanser “肌グミ” takes silver, while the expo display prototype “美の玉” wins bronzehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452523https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452523Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES資生堂 won awards at the packaging design competition “PENTAWARDS 2026”: its gummy facial cleanser “肌グミ” received a silver award, and its expo display prototype “美の玉” received a bronze award. A participatory classical concert where even babies from 0 years old can experience playing real violins, to be held in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, on Saturday, November 7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452522Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“An Orchestra for the First Time, from Age 0,” a participatory classical concert organized by 日本サロンコンサート協会, will be held on November 7, 2026, at Valor Culture Hall in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ, operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社. 【DMM Regional Revitalization】 Workshop in Toda City, Saitama Prefecture, a “boat town,” brings residents, local businesses and boating community together to envision the future of Toda Parkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452521Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社DMM.com partnered with Toda City, Saitama Prefecture, to hold the “Toda Park Community Development Workshop” in 2 sessions on September 28 and October 5, 2026, aiming to establish the city’s identity as a “boat town.” Residents, local businesses and boating community members took part, sharing ideas about the area’s appeal and challenges. パナソニックグループ has 6 entries selected for the Good Design Best 100 at the 2026 Good Design Awardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452520Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESパナソニックグループ received 6 Good Design Best 100 selections and a total of 43 Good Design Awards at the 2026 Good Design Awards. Aoyama Michiko’s 『海辺のエール』 (on sale 10/19) receives a wave of praise from more than 200 booksellers nationwide! Posters featuring their comments now available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452519Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA released Aoyama Michiko’s latest novel, 『海辺のエール』, on October 19, 2026. Posters and panels featuring selected praise from more than 200 booksellers nationwide are now on display. Details of the 2026 Japan-Vietnam Teenage Ambassador Vietnam Programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452298Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:58:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人イオンワンパーセントクラブ will send 32 Japanese high school students to Vietnam, its exchange partner country, from October 19 to 24, 2026, for the “Teenage Ambassador Vietnam Program.” En publishes a report on freelance agent usage. Satisfaction among freelance agent users stands at 72.3%, with a high project match rate of 76.8%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452299Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:57:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESエン株式会社が運営する『フリーランススタート』が、フリーランスエージェント利用経験者534名を対象とした「フリーランスエージェント利用実態調査」の結果を公開。利用者の総合満足度は72.3%、案件マッチ度は76.8%と高い水準。一方で約4割が複数社を並行利用し、切り替え経験者・検討中を合わせると45.8%に達する。AI活用には66.5%が前向きだが、重要な相談は人に委ねたい意向も強い。詳細は「2026年版 フリーランスエージェント利用実態調査レポート」として無料公開中。 レアジョブ、「AI時代の英語力と対人学習に関する実態調査」を実施 英語での議論・交渉は9割超が「AI代替不可」企業・個人で共通認識https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452300Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:56:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by 株式会社レアジョブ, while the spread of generative AI is making routine tasks more efficient, advanced interpersonal negotiations such as discussions and bargaining are considered “irreplaceable by AI.” Both companies and individuals recognize the importance of improving their English proficiency and learning through interpersonal interaction. The whole-house rental booking site “TABILMO” is running its autumn off-peak travel campaign!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452301Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:56:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タビルモ is running its “Autumn Off-Peak Travel Support Campaign” on the whole-house rental booking site “TABILMO” for weekdays in October 2026. Everyone who makes a qualifying reservation will receive an Amazon gift card worth 3,000 yen. 【TAC Level 1 Electrical Construction Project Management Engineer】Commentary on the Reiwa 8 second-stage exam publishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452302Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:54:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 published commentary on the second-stage exam for the Reiwa 8 Level 1 Electrical Construction Project Management Technical Certification, held on Oct. 18, 2026, on its website on Oct. 19. Three new soy milk dishes to balance animal- and plant-based nutrition are coming from “Muscle Dining,” supporting everyone who works hard through food!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452305Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTANPAC株式会社 has joined 日本テトラパック株式会社’s “Reset Soy Milk Project” and will begin offering 3 limited-time soy milk dishes focused on balancing animal- and plant-based protein on Oct. 9, 2026. Akari Hosho to take over the entire personal guarantor business operated by Kenshinkai, which operates mainly in the Kansai region, through a business transferhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452304Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社あかり保証 announced that it will take over the entire personal guarantor business operated by 一般社団法人献身会 through a business transfer. This will make it one of the largest providers of lifelong support services for older adults in Kansai and one of the leading providers nationwide. 【Nagoya Marriott】Celebrate the New Year with a family hotel buffet! “New Year Family Party” to be held on Jan. 1 (Fri.) and 2 (Sat.), 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452303Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES名古屋マリオットアソシアホテル, operated by 株式会社JR東海ホテルズ, will hold its “New Year Family Party” on Jan. 1 and 2, 2027. The event will feature a buffet of Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes, street performances, festival games and other family-friendly activities. Prices include 1万3千 yen for adults. Expanded from 51 venues last year to 86! “Noge Senbero Triathlon—60-Minute Showdown” touring Yokohama’s Noge area to be held Nov. 9–15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452306Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:47:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Noge Senbero Triathlon” will be held in Yokohama’s Noge area from Nov. 9–15, 2026, with the number of participating venues rising from 51 the previous year to 86. 【埼玉県加須市】加須スケートパークにミューラルアートがいよいよ完成！ ― まちの新たなシンボルをお披露目 ―https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452164Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:43:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESA mural created by Gravityfree has been completed at Kazo Skate Park in 加須市, Saitama Prefecture, and will be unveiled at the “2026 4th KZ CUP” on Oct. 25, Reiwa 8. Free consultations are available to the first 20 applicants seeking to attempt a Guinness World Records™ title in their regionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452165Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:40:35 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブランド総合研究所 supports attempts to set Guinness World Records™ as a means of revitalizing local communities and is accepting applications for free consultations from the first 20 applicants. Savor the best of autumn in Japan. Seasonal fruit daifuku filled with autumn harvests, including rare black figs and Black Shine Muscat grapes, are now available from “Benzaiten”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452167Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社弁才天 has launched seasonal fruit daifuku made with ingredients including rare black figs and Black Shine Muscat grapes. Available through the end of October 2026 or while supplies last. Seminar on product-planning bottlenecks and how to resolve them to be held Nov. 5. Identify the causes of planning roadblocks and get tips on organizational and workflow reform! マーケティング研究協会https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452166Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESマーケティング研究協会 will hold a seminar on resolving bottlenecks in food product development on Nov. 5, 2026. The speaker will be Naoki Sumi, president and representative director of ハッピーフードデザイン株式会社. The fee is 33,000 yen. 【横須賀市×RePlayce】「横須賀市はたらく課」が地方創生アワード2026・関係人口拡大部門を受賞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452168Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:39:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社RePlayceと横須賀市が共同運営する「横須賀市はたらく課」事業が、2026年10月8日に開催された「地方創生 Award 2026」の「関係人口拡大部門」を受賞した。 Online event starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31! A full look at bar investment in “O酒の美術館”! Become an owner with no prior experience in the food and beverage industryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452169Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:31:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゴールドオンライン will host a free webinar with Takashi Osada, a director of 株式会社NBG, explaining the business model and returns of investing in the bar “O酒の美術館.” High school and university students turn 400 years of hot-spring history at Kindaichi Onsen into a “mystery-solving game.” Game where players walk around solving local folktales to launch Nov. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452170Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:30:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO法人miraito will hold a launch event for “Kindaichi Folktale Mystery-Solving Game,” created by young people who interviewed local residents about folktales, on Nov. 1, 2026, commemorating 400 years since Kindaichi Onsen opened. Live report: “murffin discs 20th Anniversary ‘murffin Carnival!!’”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452171Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:30:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the 20th anniversary of the indie label murffin discs, it held its own event, “murffin Carnival!!,” at the First Gymnasium of the National Yoyogi Stadium in Tokyo. A total of 20 acts, including Macaroni Enpitsu, sumika and SUPER BEAVER, performed across 4 stages, and a live report was published. Zen2.0 Special Forum: What kind of liberal arts are needed in the AI era?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452172Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人Zen2.0 will hold a special forum in Kamakura City on Nov. 20, 2026, to discuss redefining liberal arts and pursuing them in practice in the era of generative AI. 【Japan’s first】A new patent links supply chains end to end to prevent false declarations of CO2 emissions. A “GX” trust platform that combines “CoC (chain of custody)” and “CoP (chain of provenance)” to eradicate SDGs fraud based on self-reportinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452154Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:26:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESサイカルトラスト株式会社 announced that its new patent (Japanese Patent Application No. 2026-180701), designed to prevent false declarations of CO2 emissions across supply chains, was approved and granted as a Japanese patent on Sept. 29, 2026. The company aims to eradicate SDGs fraud (greenwashing) through an attestation system combining “CoC” and “CoP.” 【Event report】255 people attend symposium on coexistence with Nara’s deer—World Heritage: shifting world heritage tourism from “visiting” to “creating the future”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452155Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:21:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワールド・ヘリテイジ co-hosted the “Nature Positive City Nara” symposium with 奈良教育大学 and 株式会社学びの旅, attracting 255 attendees. Against the backdrop of Nara’s deer population reaching a record high of 1,687, the participants discussed coexistence between people and deer and the future of world heritage. 「PREMIUM JAPAN AWARD 2026」SAKE HUNDRED賞に「ふしきの」が選出。日本酒・料理・器の三位一体で新たな食文化を拓く取り組みを評価https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452156Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:20:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapanese restaurant ふしきの won the special SAKE HUNDRED Award at the “PREMIUM JAPAN AWARD 2026,” sponsored by 株式会社Clear, operator of the sake brand “SAKE HUNDRED.” 豊中市の魅力発信と財源確保を担う 「営業・広報専門官（部長級）」を公募https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p3.html#n3452157Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:19:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊中市は、市の魅力発信と財源確保を強化するため、部長級職員の「営業・広報専門官」を1名公募する。令和9年4月新設のプロジェクトチームを統括し、エン株式会社の「ソーシャルインパクト採用プロジェクト」を通じて募集を行う。