5-minute walk from JR Funabashi Station! “船橋駅前会議室” officially opens in October 2026
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“船橋駅前会議室” will officially open in October 2026 in a convenient location just a 5-minute walk from JR Funabashi Station. It will have seminar and meeting rooms, offer free equipment, and charge flat rates by time slot.
“You cannot change your destiny. But you can change your fate.” Daisuke Okoto’s e-book “Tenmei Sekiun-jutsu” goes on sale today, Oct. 20
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Daisuke Okoto of 株式会社Frieheit released the e-book “Tenmei Sekiun-jutsu” on Amazon Kindle on Oct. 20, 2026. Using the concepts of “tenmei” and “sekiun,” the book explores self-understanding through “六十天命,” which combines 10 attributes and 6 times, and argues that fate can be changed through choices.
To celebrate the release of the latest 17th volume of “Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!?,” a 3D ad is coming to Cross Shinjuku Vision!
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カラフ株式会社 handled a project to mark the release of the latest 17th volume of the manga “Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!?,” published by Hakusensha, with a 3D ad to be shown at Cross Shinjuku Vision from Oct. 20, 2026.
AI hospitality agent “Hosport” for hotels launches “Browser Extension Phone,” replacing in-room extensions with QR codes and guests’ smartphones
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株式会社ホスポート has launched the “Browser Extension Phone” feature for its AI hospitality agent “Hosport” for hotels, enabling guests to make calls through their smartphone browsers. Available via QR code, the feature supports reduced workloads associated with in-room extensions and more efficient operations through AI-powered multilingual support and integration of call records with Zendesk.
Facts
More than 200 facilities
As of October 2026
Telecommunications business notification number A-06-21994
System Analyze and ELEX jointly advance a large-scale core system renewal project using AI-driven development
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System Analyze and ELEX are jointly advancing a modernization project for a sales management system comprising approximately 700 screens, using AI-driven development.
[Includes an original sticker] A new limited-edition face mask featuring Frozen designs arrives for the dry winter season, to make the “real you” shine even brighter!
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Lohas Pharmaceutical's skincare brand ALFACE+ will release Frozen Bright Mask, a limited-edition face mask featuring Disney's Frozen designs, on October 20, 2026. It will be sold in limited quantities for 1,650 yen, including tax, through the official online store and e-commerce marketplaces.
The 2026 Shichi-Go-San peak dates are November 8, 15 and 22! A “crowd forecast calendar” from 渡辺写真館, which has operated in Nara for over 90 years, plus essential shrine-visit etiquette and tips to avoid mishaps
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株式会社渡辺写真館, a photo studio with a history spanning more than 90 years in Nara and Kyoto, has published a special guide featuring a crowd forecast calendar for 2026 Shichi-Go-San shrine visits, along with etiquette and basic tips to help visitors avoid mishaps.
Non-engineering employees develop AI apps: カーセブンデジフィールド holds a “generative AI contest” at its company-wide kickoff
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株式会社カーセブンデジフィールド held a kickoff meeting for all employees on October 13, 2026, recognizing non-engineering employees for generative AI-powered commercials and presenting the results of their business app development.
M.＆KYOKO announces limited items to mark the brand's 25th anniversary
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Fashion brand M.&KYOKO, operated by 佐藤繊維株式会社, is marking its 25th anniversary in 2026 with limited-edition knitwear reimagined from its archives, a tote bag featuring an original logo, and novelty items such as a cherry motif symbolizing Yamagata.
Facts
25th anniversary of the brand
The brand celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026
Original2001年、1本のファンシーヤーンから始まった挑戦
Arm warmers ¥12,100 (tax included)
Bulky scarf ¥23,100 (tax included)
Margaret bolero ¥29,700 (tax included)
Limited-edition tote with original logo ¥3,850 (tax included)
佐藤繊維 was founded in 1932 in Sagae, Yamagata Prefecture
Childcare ICT system Kids View begins integration with hana-an®, an AI camera for nap checks
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Nihon Soft Development will begin integrating its childcare ICT system Kids View with Riken Analysis's hana-an® AI camera for nap checks in October 2026, aiming to reduce the burden of record-keeping.
[Bringing an ancient fire-starting tool into the modern age] “279 tsunaq” all-brass fire-starting gear, a fire piston for those who enjoy doing things the hard way, to go on presale at Makuake from 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20
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株式会社ACT began presales on Makuake of an all-brass fire piston, the first product from its 279 tsunaq brand, on October 20. Development took about 1 year, with 3 small factories in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, and Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, involved in production.
Facts
More than 1,000 people have registered to be notified when the project launches
Planned retail price: 15,800 yen
Presale price: from 11,060 yen
Said to have been used for more than 1,500 years
Weight: 275 g
Development began in October 2025 and took about 1 year
Companies mentioned：株式会社ACT、Makuake、日本機械学会、Science Museum Group、Oki,s BASE、株式会社後藤鉄工所、株式会社だいいち工芸、株式会社栗原精機
[Free webinar] 6 steps to make your site “read” by AI | Overview and process for AI SEO on-site optimization, to be held on October 23 [バクリ株式会社]
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バクリ株式会社 will hold a free webinar on AI SEO on-site optimization on October 23, 2026. The seminar will provide 6 steps for ensuring AI crawlers correctly recognize and navigate a site, along with a prioritized checklist.
ライフプロシューマー合同会社 launches full-scale operations to maximize the value of renewable energy assets
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ライフプロシューマー合同会社 has launched full-scale operations, providing renewable energy solutions in 4 areas: grid-scale batteries, FIP conversion, value enhancement, and data center development support. It aims to secure orders for 60 MW in its first year.
Major supermarket chain ヤオコー adopts Astra's electric peeler, cutting work time to 1/3 and achieving sales at 110% of the previous year's level
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株式会社アストラ's electric peeler, the KA-700H Shunsuke, has been introduced at 90 ヤオコー stores, cutting work time to 1/3. This helped boost seasonal cut-fruit sales, which reached 110% of the previous year's level.
熊本県 and 株式会社くまもとDMC will hold “Kumamoto Mon × Osaka Umeda” in the Umeda area of Osaka from November 1 to 30, 2026, with department stores and hotels joining forces to sell products from 熊本県 and support recovery efforts.
A survey of 1,920 TikTok scripts created using AI found that 33.3% had more than 10,000 views, according to an analysis of the company's own data by an operations agency
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株式会社ノックデザイン published findings from an analysis of posts on 40 TikTok accounts it operates: of 1,920 scripts created using AI, 33.3% (640 scripts) recorded at least 10,000 views. The company also discussed how AI and people share responsibilities and its production workflow.
[Survey on gender differences in real estate investment] 66.7% of women have “never considered consulting a real estate company,” compared with 52.4% of men, a difference of 14 points. Propally株式会社
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Propally株式会社 announced the results of an awareness survey of 30–49-year-olds who are interested in real estate investment but have no experience, analyzing responses by gender. It found that 66.7% of women said they had never considered consulting a real estate company.
Venture capital firm ON＆BOARD to hold Demo Day for 5th cohort of startup support program “Out of BOUNDS” at Global Business Hub Tokyo on November 17
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Venture capital firm ON＆BOARD announced that it will hold Demo Day for the 5th cohort of its “Out of BOUNDS” startup support program at Global Business Hub Tokyo on November 17, 2026. The cumulative total raised by past graduates has surpassed 9 billion yen, and the winning team will receive Azure credits worth at least $100,000 through Microsoft for Startups.
Facts
Cumulative fundraising total surpasses 9 billion yen
Microsoft Azure credits worth at least $100,000 (approximately ¥15 million)
To be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Original18:00開始（予定）
More than 150 people attended
Participant satisfaction rate above 95%
Over approximately 2.5 months
A 500-page resource on startup management know-how
Companies mentioned：ON&BOARD株式会社、ON＆BOARD、Global Business Hub Tokyo、Microsoft for Startups、Microsoft Azure、三菱地所CVC、BRICKS FUND TOKYO、Descarty株式会社、株式会社プロ人材機構、Lobby AI株式会社、Care Pat
The 11th Tanba Dainagon Azuki Zenzai Fair to be held
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A zenzai fair featuring Tanba Dainagon azuki beans produced in 丹波市 will run from November 1, 2026, through February 18, 2027. Organized by 丹波大納言小豆ブランド戦略会議, the event will involve 33 restaurants in the city and include activities such as a stamp rally.
Facts
This is the 11th time the event has been held
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Through Thursday, February 18, 2027
33 restaurants in 丹波市
5,000 yen worth of “Tanba Common Gift Certificates”
“A backpack is too big, and a body bag won’t fit a PC.” More than 40% of people who carry a PC face this dilemma when choosing a bag for commuting or work
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合同会社NIG conducted a survey of 306 prospective purchasers of the QUICK PACK 14s・15s, a body bag designed to carry a PC. Some 44% of respondents said they wanted to use it for commuting, work or business trips. The product is drawing attention as a solution to frustrations with backpacks and existing body bags, including their size, lack of capacity and difficulty accessing items.
2 exclusive TAION down styles debut from petite women’s brand COHINA
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Petite women’s brand COHINA, operated by 株式会社EGBA, will release 2 exclusive down jackets on October 21, 2026, in collaboration with down brand TAION. The jackets have been adjusted to fit petite body types.
In an era of efficiency, make time for the luxury of “losing track of time.” The modern TOKI teapot by 人水, a Tokoname-yaki pottery studio with a 100-year history, is now available at BASIC AND ACCENT stores nationwide
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Lifestyle shop BASIC AND ACCENT, operated by Phil et Cuir Co., Ltd., has begun selling TOKI, a modern teapot by JINSUI (人水), a pottery studio in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, at stores nationwide and online.
Facts
More than 100 years
¥8,800
Size: 250 ml
Operates 15 stores nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社フィル・エ・クチーレ、BASIC AND ACCENT、人水、JINSUI
Cloudbase Sensor can now automatically detect internet exposure of Windows Server
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Cloudbase株式会社 has launched a feature for the Windows version of Sensor in its homegrown CNAPP, Cloudbase, that automatically detects internet exposure of Windows Server. This enables users to monitor hosts’ actual communications even in on-premises and private cloud environments and use the information to prioritize vulnerability remediation.
[Limited quantity] Dramatically reduce labor for forest understory clearing and agricultural weeding. Trial sales open for compact crawler mapry M3
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株式会社マプリィ will begin limited-quantity trial sales of mapry M3, an autonomous electric crawler designed to reduce labor for weeding and understory clearing in forestry and agriculture, on October 20, 2026.
At Tennoji Zoo, visited by approximately 20,000 people over 2 days, nursing students will host “You, Too, Can Be a Nurse,” a nursing experience booth for children
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株式会社eWeLL will sponsor SDGzoo2026, an event promoting awareness of the SDGs to be held at Tennoji Zoo in November 2026, as a silver partner. In collaboration with nursing students, it will host “You, Too, Can Be a Nurse,” a nursing experience booth for children.
Facts
Original2026年11月14日（土）・15日（日）
Approximately 1,600 people participated
Used daily by more than 68,000 nurses and other professionals across all 47 prefectures
Ceremony held to mark full-scale shipments of “Sanriku Caviar: Ofunato’s Shizuku”
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Tetsugen Metawater Aqua Agri, a joint venture invested in by メタウォーター株式会社, has begun full-scale shipments of “Sanriku Caviar: Ofunato’s Shizuku,” produced through its aquaponics business in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture, and held a ceremony to mark the occasion.
Facts
After 4 years since the business began
In February 2026, it made its first shipment of fresh caviar, “Sanriku Caviar: Ofunato’s Shizuku”
Approximately 30 people, including stakeholders and guests, attended
“Bakauke” maker Kuriyama Beika holds 2027 graduate recruitment offer ceremony; incoming hires deepen their understanding of the company through a factory tour and hands-on senbei baking
[Event Report] Does an X campaign end with gaining followers? NAVICUS and キュービック explain strategies and practical methods for sparking fan conversations
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株式会社NAVICUS and 株式会社キュービック held a free webinar on October 5, 2026, explaining strategies and ways to use tools to spark “fan conversations,” not just gain followers through X campaigns.
Facts
Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
The cumulative number of followers has surpassed 106.2 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社NAVICUS、株式会社キュービック、PR TIMES
Selected for the first time for Best101 at the “Press Release Awards 2026”!
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株式会社サンゲツ announced that its press release about “INNO PANEL®” was selected for “Best101” for the first time at the “Press Release Awards 2026,” hosted by PR TIMES.
[舞浜ビューホテル by HULIC] A heartwarming Christmas world that feels like stepping inside a snow globe. “Snow Globe Christmas” afternoon tea offered for a limited time in November and December
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舞浜ビューホテル by HULIC will offer “Snow Globe Christmas,” a limited-time afternoon tea themed around snow globes, from November 1 to December 25, 2026.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Until Friday, Dec. 25
Afternoon tea: ¥4,700
¥5,300, including 1 glass of sparkling wine
Dessert stand: 2,600 yen
Original1日20食限定
Companies mentioned：ヒューリックホテルマネジメント株式会社、舞浜ビューホテル by HULIC、HULIC
一般社団法人日本アンガーマネジメント協会, operated by 株式会社レビックグローバル, announced that it will rebroadcast its popular free online seminar “The Basics of Anger Management” on November 19, 2026. The speaker will be Shunsuke Ando, and capacity is 100 people.
Eliminate the need to refill heavy water tanks. Announcing plans to jointly develop a “water supply module for food trucks” that produces water from air using AirElixir
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サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 announced plans to jointly develop an off-grid water supply module for food trucks using its AirElixir atmospheric water generator, aiming to eliminate water tank refills and expand the locations where food trucks can operate.
“Core Village Yoyogi,” offering ICT-based developmental support, STEAM education and individualized learning assistance, opens on Sunday, November 1, 2026!
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コアファイズ株式会社, a group company of コアグローバルマネジメント株式会社, will open “Core Village Yoyogi,” an after-school program offering ICT-based developmental support and STEAM education, in Shibuya, Tokyo, on November 1, 2026.
[Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu] Thanks for waiting! Back in stock on Monday, October 19! A 450ml mug bottle featuring Grogu and an Anzellan, now on sale from Skater
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スケーター株式会社 restocked its 450ml mug bottle featuring Star Wars: The Mandalorian characters Grogu and an Anzellan on October 19.
Is “phone use at night” the cause of sleep deprivation? About 70% can’t put their phones down even when they think, “I should go to bed”
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A survey by 空白株式会社 on nighttime smartphone use found that about 70% continue looking at their phones after going to bed, delaying sleep by an average of about 35 minutes. The company has developed and provides YOHAQ, an app designed to help users stop using their phones at night.
Facts
Survey of 781 men and women in their 20s to 50s and older
68.8% continue looking at their smartphones even after thinking, “I should go to bed”
The average delay was estimated at “about 35 minutes”
64.0% responded that they “want to reduce or stop” using smartphones at night
Interviews conducted with 3 people who had used YOHAQ for about 2 months
Wear world-famous paintings: CULUMU (Kurumu), a lightweight and warm 4-way blanket. A new compact product is now on sale that can be used in 4 ways: draped over the shoulders, laid over you, worn, or wrapped around you
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株式会社ヘミングス launched its brand CULUMU’s 4-way blanket in its online store in October 2026. Available in 9 designs incorporating world-famous paintings, it is made from heat-generating fleece and is warm despite being lightweight and compact.
Facts
From Oct. 2026
¥5,060
9 blanket designs
Usable in 4 ways
Companies mentioned：株式会社スーパープランニング、株式会社ヘミングス、HEMING’S OFFICIAL ONLINE STORE、CONCIERGE 楽天市場店
[武蔵野大学] Mathematics sheds light on economics, rivers, astronomy, rugby and more: “Mathematical Engineering Symposium” to be held on November 18 and 19, with 10 talks over 2 days. A wide range of topics will be featured
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武蔵野大学数理工学センター will hold the “Mathematical Engineering Symposium” at the Ariake Campus on November 18 and 19. There will be 10 talks on a diverse range of topics, including economics, rivers, astronomy and rugby. The free hybrid event requires advance registration.
Facts
Original11月18日（水）、19日（木）
Original2026年11月18日(水)、19日（木）
More than 14,000 students
Companies mentioned：学校法人武蔵野大学、武蔵野大学、武蔵野大学数理工学センター、お茶の水女子大学、東京大学、明治大学、日本ラグビーフットボール協会、東京科学大学、立正大学、Polish Academy of Sciences、岐阜成徳学園大学
めちゃコミック’s new label HACHA to hold its first traveling editorial office at 三省堂書店 Kanda-Jinbocho Main Store on October 25
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株式会社めちゃコミック will hold the first traveling editorial office and editor networking event for its new label HACHA at 三省堂書店 Kanda-Jinbocho Main Store on October 25.
Tokushima, Naruto [Harvest Festival of Autumn Desserts] A sparkling sea and a sweets buffet to enjoy, for 4 days only in October and November♪
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AoAwo Naruto Resort will hold “Autumn Harvest Festival,” a sweets buffet where guests can enjoy autumn flavors while gazing out at the sea in Naruto, for 4 days only: October 31, November 1, 22 and 23, 2026.
Original【10/24(土)25(日)】「スタートドレスフォト」をプレゼント♡花嫁体験から始めるイベントウェディング初体験フェス開催 in DRESSY ROOM YOKOHAMA（横浜駅直結）
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冒険社プラコレ will hold a wedding first-timer festival on October 24 and 25 at DRESSY ROOM YOKOHAMA, directly connected to Yokohama Station. This free event requires reservations and offers venue consultations and dress fittings. Couples who decide to hold a wedding will receive perks including “Starter Dress Photos” and coupons worth up to ¥111,500.
Facts
Oct. 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)
Limited to 40 couples; free admission
More than 1100 PLACOLE & DRESSY-certified venues across Japan
[Limited to 10 couples] Starter dress photo shoot
Increased amount! Get coupons worth up to ¥111,500!
Choose from more than 260 designs for an original marriage registration form
Oct. 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.), 10:00–18:00
The total number of followers has exceeded 2.5 million
Monthly total page views exceed 2.6 million!
Luxury wedding dresses available at up to 90% off
Has surpassed 210,000 downloads in total
Companies mentioned：冒険社プラコレ、株式会社プラコレ、PLACOLE & DRESSY、DRESSY ROOM YOKOHAMA、DRESSY ONLINE、美花嫁図鑑farny、ViKet Town
Producers to visit Shinjuku for “Farm Direct Café”; live link with mandarin and kiwi orchards in Odawara on Saturday, Oct. 31 [Tokyo]
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生活協同組合パルシステム東京 will hold a “Farm Direct Cafe” at its Shinjuku headquarters on Oct. 31, where participants can interact online with producers from 有限会社ジョイファーム小田原 and sample mandarins and kiwis.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31
From 10 o’clock
Until 12:00
Approximately 40 users
Contributions: 22.77 billion yen
Number of cooperative members: 538,000
Total business volume: 91.3 billion yen
12 member co-ops; total business revenue of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
Walk through historic war sites in Onahama and learn about the history of war close to home on Tuesday, Nov. 3 (public holiday) [Fukushima]
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生活協同組合パルシステム福島 will hold a walking tour of historic war sites around Onahama Port in Iwaki City on Nov. 3. The 20 participants will visit the reclaimed site of the destroyer “Shiokaze,” dating from the final days of the Pacific War, monuments related to the Boshin War and other locations, while hearing explanations from ユニセフ・へいわ委員会 and reflecting on peace.
Facts
Nov. 3 (Tue., public holiday)
20 participants
Nov. 3, 2026 (Tuesday, public holiday)
10：00～12：00
Participation fee: Free
Capital contributions: 1.01 billion yen
Membership: 40,000
Total business volume: 5.06 billion yen
12 member co-ops; total business revenue of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
Third batch of participating players announced; “Panorama B” tickets to go on sale!
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The third batch of players for “LEGENDS MATCH 2026,” featuring legendary former players from 中日ドラゴンズ and 読売ジャイアンツ, has been announced. The event will be held at Vantelin Dome Nagoya, and the sale date for “Panorama B” seats in the upper outfield stands has been announced.
Seminar: “Intellectual Property and Legal Structural Reform in the AI Era: A ‘Proactive’ Strategic Scenario for Turning Compound Risks into Opportunities”; online on Tuesday, Nov. 24, starting at 13:00 《Registration open》
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産経新聞社 will hold an online seminar on structural reform in intellectual property and legal affairs in the AI era on Nov. 24 and is accepting registrations.
[Survey on attitudes toward funeral costs] About 70% “know nothing at all” about typical costs; just under 60% say they “feel anxious” about funeral expenses
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and サン・ライフ found that 65.6% of respondents “know nothing at all” about typical funeral costs, while 59.2% “feel anxious” about the expenses.
[Survey on business transaction problems in manufacturing] More than half have experienced “quality or delivery problems”; lack of objective records is a major obstacle when determining causes
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A survey of business transaction problems in manufacturing found that more than half have experienced quality or delivery problems, and that a lack of objective records is a major obstacle when determining the cause.
Facts
53.8% said they had experienced problems
Each accounted for 44.2%
A combined 62.5% said whether video records exist would affect their view of continuing future business transactions
Starting Oct. 20, 2026, AWA株式会社 will run the “RE:AWA CAMPAIGN Welcome-Back Special Discount,” offering a monthly plan for 480 yen for 3 months to users who have previously registered for AWA STANDARD.
Facts
AWA STANDARD monthly plan: ¥980
¥480 for 3 months
3 months
Original配信楽曲数は1億5千万曲
About 16 million playlists
1,080 yen (tax included)
270 yen per month (tax included)
Companies mentioned：AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社、Apple Inc.、Google Inc.
Orders open for “Blue Archive” trading instant-photo prints!! Available through AMNIBUS, the online store for original anime and manga merchandise
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株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on Oct. 15 for “Blue Archive” trading instant-photo prints (ver. A and ver. B) through its online store for original merchandise, “AMNIBUS.”
Facts
October 15
￥770
￥10,780
14 designs in total
86 × 54 mm
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社arma bianca、富士フイルム株式会社、NEXON Games Co., Ltd.、Yostar, Inc.
The “Monster Hunter Wilds” early-game demo for Nintendo Switch 2 launches today, Tuesday, Oct. 20. Enjoy local wireless multiplayer with up to 4 players, and transfer save data to the full game!
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The early-game demo for “Monster Hunter Wilds” for Nintendo Switch 2 launches on Oct. 20. It supports local wireless multiplayer for up to 4 players, and save data can be transferred to the full game. The full game is scheduled for release on Dec. 4, 2026.
Facts
Scheduled for release on Friday, Dec. 4
Required free space: at least 14 GB
Scheduled for release on Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
Regular price: 4,990 yen (tax included)
Special early-purchase price: 3,742 yen (tax included)
[Nov. 12] Special talk event: METI, investors and entrepreneurs discuss the “realities” of angel investing
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プロトスター株式会社 will hold a talk event on the realities of angel investing, featuring METI, investors and entrepreneurs, as a special session at “NIKKEI THE PITCH Fes EAST” on Nov. 12, 2026.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Capital: ¥89,098,750
Date established: Nov. 30, 2016
Companies mentioned：プロトスター株式会社、NIKKEI THE PTCH、日本経済新聞社、株式会社Power Angels、日本エンジェル投資家協会、株式会社ぴんぴんきらり、StartupList、起業LOG、スタートアップM&A、一般社団法人日本ベンチャーキャピタル協会、一般社団法人日本ベンチャー学会、東京都、Tokyo Innovation Base、スタートアップ・エコシステム 東京コンソーシアム、独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、つくばスタートアップ・エコシステム・コンソーシアム、Diagonal Run Tokyo
“AI Tamaki” to be unveiled during VTuber Inuyama Tamaki’s 8th anniversary livestream｜Trippy and Don't Disturb jointly develop streaming system for “AI Tamaki”
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株式会社Trippy and Don't Disturb株式会社 jointly developed a streaming system that enables live broadcasts by AI characters, to unveil “AI Tamaki” during VTuber Inuyama Tamaki’s 8th anniversary livestream.
テリロジー launches “TerilogyIT/OT Cyber Advisory (IT/OT Security Consultation Desk)” amid a series of cyberattacks and corporate information leaks
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株式会社テリロジー has launched “Terilogy IT/OT Cyber Advisory,” a consultation service on IT/OT security for businesses and government agencies, in response to a rise in cyberattacks and information leaks in Japan. The initial consultation is free.
Facts
More than 300 clients, primarily large corporations and telecommunications providers
JAF奈良 will exhibit at the “51st Parent-Child Festival” in Yamato-Koriyama City on Nov. 3, offering child safety license cards through traffic safety quizzes and displaying a roadside assistance vehicle.
[Survey on outings by families with children] Toy departments are a destination for children! More than 80% of parents stop by even when they do not plan to buy anything
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A survey by アクトインディ株式会社 found that 82% of families with children stop by toy departments even when they do not plan to buy anything, and 79% make unplanned purchases.
Facts
2,285 parents
A total of 82% of parents said they would stop by
“I don’t plan to buy anything, but I’ll go and look” was the most common response at 54%
The proportion who made some kind of purchase reached 79%
General merchandise superstores (such as イオン): 59%
Research interview exploring the mysteries of glass published in 月と窓
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A research interview exploring the mysteries of glass with Professor Isao Takahashi of 関西学院 has been published in 月と窓, a media outlet run by the university.
Volume 2 of the popular Korean BL comic Night by the Water goes on sale October 22! Animate is offering an exclusive bonus and holding a fair where shoppers can receive a reproduction-illustration board bearing the author’s signature
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株式会社アニメイト has begun selling volume 2 of the Korean BL comic Night by the Water (on sale October 22). Purchasers will receive an exclusive bromide bonus, and a fair offering reproduction-illustration boards bearing the author’s signature will be held at stores nationwide and online.
Facts
Oct. 22, 2026
1,155 yen
Original2026年10月22日～11月22日
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイト、株式会社フロンティアワークス、Kidari Studio, Inc.、Frontier Works Inc.
A new step toward reducing reliance on fishmeal: “Toward practical use of fishmeal-free feed for eels”
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フィード・ワン株式会社 announced that it has successfully developed a new fishmeal-free product, Kamui ZERO, as part of efforts to reduce reliance on fishmeal in compound feed for eels. Field trials with eel farmers in Kyushu are currently underway, with a launch planned for 2026.
Facts
Approximately 70% fishmeal content
Feed with fishmeal content reduced to 60% in 2016
Fishmeal content: 60%
In 2023, fishmeal content was reduced to 40%
Fishmeal content: 40%
August–October 2026
125 eels per tank
Approximately 38,000 eels
Growth rate was approximately 2 times in both groups
Scones from 34 brands are coming! The British Fair at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹
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The British Fair 2026 will be held at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 from October 27 to November 8, featuring scones and British sweets from 34 brands, including ザ・サヴォイ and ロダス.
やる気スイッチグループ adopts AI talent development platform “AI Sherpa”; achieves over 90% rate of employees feeling they have grown after 3 months of training Sherpas
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シェルパス株式会社’s AI talent development tool “AI Sherpa” has been adopted by やる気スイッチグループ, achieving a rate of over 90% of participants feeling they had grown after 3 months of training.
Fever to hold Christmas-exclusive Candlelight® for the first time at the Tokyo Skytree® observation deck
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Fever will hold its special Christmas live concert “Candlelight” for the first time at the Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck, for 2 days only, on December 24 and 25.
Facts
Dec. 24 (Thu.) and 25 (Fri.)
Floor 350
18:00～18:30
20:00～20:30
Free
More than 40 countries worldwide
Companies mentioned：Fever、Kzemos Japan合同会社、TOKYO-SKYTREE、TOKYO-SKYTREE TOWN
Savor Kyoto’s long-established restaurants at World Heritage Site Nijo Castle! NAKED announces autumn-only food and drink menu and original merchandise
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株式会社ネイキッド has announced seasonal food and drink items from long-established Kyoto establishments including 藤菜美 and 笹屋伊織, as well as original merchandise inspired by the Karamon Gate, for “NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2026,” to be held at the World Heritage Site of former Imperial Villa Nijo Castle from October 23 to December 5, 2026.
Facts
From Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
Through December 5 (Saturday)
A milestone year marking 400 years
[Monday–Thursday] High school students and older: ¥1,600
[Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays] High school students and older: ¥2,000
[Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays] High school students and older: ¥2,400
A new service launches for disability support facilities unable to adopt digital transformation despite staff shortages! “Care All Billing Agency” takes care of the entire billing process, backed by a track record of supporting 1,500 facilities nationwide and handling 2,000 claims every month.
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株式会社SANN will launch “Care All Billing Agency,” a new service in its “Care All” series of business support systems for disability welfare providers that handles the entire billing process with the National Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services, starting November 1, 2026.
Facts
Service begins November 1, 2026
Implemented at approximately 1,500 facilities across all 47 prefectures
Used to handle approximately 20,000 claims each month
Building trust through human connection in the age of AI. Matka representative Shoko Nakano to speak at an event for recruitment agencies (October 30, Tokyo)
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Shoko Nakano, representative of 株式会社Matka, will speak at a seminar for recruitment agencies on October 30, 2026, discussing how to divide roles between the use of AI and building trust through human connection.
Facts
Up 42.8% year on year
Job openings increased 38.0%
The increase in placements was 4.8%
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Approximately 1,200 job seekers per year
Support provided to a cumulative total of approximately 190 companies
86.4% of procurement and maintenance personnel in manufacturing have struggled with discontinued or end-of-production parts. Meanwhile, only 30.3% are aware that parts can be remanufactured using 3D printers and other methods
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According to a survey conducted by 桑原冷熱株式会社, 86.4% of procurement and maintenance personnel in manufacturing have struggled with discontinued or end-of-production parts, and 67.8% have experienced or nearly experienced losses such as production stoppages as a result. Meanwhile, only 30.3% are aware of remanufacturing using 3D printers and other methods. “Quality and strength” and “cost” ranked among the top concerns when outsourcing the work.
【MOGA CLEANSING GEL】Officially launches on October 23, 2026! Beauty begins with cleansing: a “water cleanser” that leaves skin clearer the more you wash, a next-generation cleanser born of an uncompromising commitment to water
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株式会社MOGA・BROOK will launch “MOGA CLEANSING GEL,” whose main ingredient is natural water from Aso Shirakawa-go, on October 23, 2026.
The field is already calling for private-sector expertise. 92.6% of 327 people who have worked at public facilities viewed it positively.
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According to a survey conducted by 合同会社コンサルティングF, 92.6% of the 327 respondents with experience working at public facilities viewed the use of private-sector expertise positively. Challenges such as staff shortages and inefficient operations were also identified on the ground.
“Eco Cute Direct,” a comprehensive site where customers can hire local contractors for Eco Cute replacement and repairs, launches on October 19.
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有限会社デンキ・ビート launched “Eco Cute Direct,” a comprehensive site where customers can hire local contractors for Eco Cute replacement and repairs, on October 19, 2026. The site brings together information on member businesses across 37 prefectures and 47 locations nationwide, and offers estimate requests, subsidy application support, and articles supervised by qualified professionals.
For parties and drinks at home: 10 people can play for 24 hours for 500 yen. “1-Day Platinum Pass,” a one-time purchase option for “Photo Werewolf,” the werewolf game played with smartphone photos
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株式会社八丁目 has added the “1-Day Platinum Pass,” a 500-yen one-time purchase option, to “Photo Werewolf,” the werewolf game played with smartphone photos. The pass lets up to 10 people play for free within 24 hours, making it suitable for large parties and events.
Marini SkinSolutions (formerly ジャンマリーニ) launches new sales structure in Japan
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Marini SkinSolutions Japan株式会社 has launched a new sales structure in Japan as the authorized domestic distributor of U.S.-origin skincare brand “Marini SkinSolutions.” The company has unified its name under the global brand from its former name, “ジャンマリーニ,” and aims to strengthen support, including education for medical institutions and online ordering.
Facts
Founded in California, U.S., in 1994
For over 30 years
I have worked in medical settings for 19 years.
13 of those years have been in aesthetic medicine.
High school students try blind running and become advocates for “inclusion”: Inquiry-based learning from August to November at Saitama Municipal Omiya International Secondary School
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株式会社すきやき is supporting “inclusion” education through blind running as part of inquiry-based learning at Saitama Municipal Omiya International Secondary School, in collaboration with 一般社団法人MUCHU. On October 29, Akiko Shirahama, a member of Japan’s national para athletics team, and guide runner Genta Yui will join as guests. Through the experience, students will consider the significance of “running together.”
AI back-office assistant “KYRIE Advanced” launches, answering employees individually about remaining paid leave and salary details and routing application forms
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マルタマーケティング株式会社 launched “KYRIE Advanced,” the premium plan of its AI back-office concierge “KYRIE,” on October 1, 2026. It answers employees’ individual questions about remaining paid leave and salary information via LINE, and automates the creation and routing of application forms.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
Data for 3 employees
8 exchanges between employees and the back office
With KYRIE Advanced, it takes 3 exchanges if connected to the attendance system.
If it is not connected, the 1 entry by the back office into the attendance system remains (4 exchanges).
エンパタウン株式会社 launched “AI Review Reply,” a new feature that uses AI to automatically draft responses to customer reviews in “エンパポータル,” its e-commerce management tool for 楽天市場, on October 19, 2026. The feature is available with a 30-day free trial.
Launches “AI Employee Dispatch” service for small and medium-sized businesses
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株式会社PathForge, established on September 29, 2026, has launched “AI Employee Dispatch,” a service that designs and builds AI tailored to business operations and provides operational support for small and medium-sized businesses.
Facts
Established on September 29, 2026
Original構築費：AI社員1体あたり30万円〜
Maintenance fee: from 50,000 yen per month
10 AI employees (9 handling practical tasks and 1 handling reviews) are at work
There are 57 recurring tasks that run automatically at set times.
There are 116 procedure manuals for individual operations.
ZERO IMPACT records Japan’s fastest drone speed, reaching a top speed of approximately 349 km/h
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On October 8, 2026, ZERO IMPACT conducted a flight test of its drone, currently in development, and recorded a maximum ground speed of approximately 349 km/h. The company is considering developing aircraft for the defense and infrastructure sectors.
Facts
Maximum ground speed: approximately 349 km/h
Total aircraft weight: 2.4 kg
The company aims to secure a supply of 80,000 units by 2030
Kobe’s “delicious!” offerings gather at Higashi Yuenchi! “KOBE Gourmet Collection” to be held October 31 and November 1
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The “KOBE Gourmet Collection,” hosted by Kobe City, will be held at Higashi Yuenchi on October 31 and November 1, 2026, showcasing Kobe’s food culture through more than 40 booths and stage events.
Launch of a UGC creation service for inbound tourism using KOCs from Taiwan, South Korea and Hong Kong living in Japan: Build up dozens of social media “reviews” at low cost
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Feiqu合同会社 has launched a service for inbound tourism that uses KOCs from Taiwan, South Korea and Hong Kong living in Japan to generate dozens of social media reviews (UGC) at low cost.
【Algomatic Dynamics】Online shop “South Village Shop” specializing in robotics and physical AI opens
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株式会社Algomatic Dynamics opened “South Village Shop,” an online shop specializing in robotics and physical AI, on October 20, 2026. The shop offers products for research, development and education, centered on AI multi-fingered hands made in Japan, and provides implementation support.
Music marketing platform “co:brand” strengthens support for major music streaming services in Japan and South Korea
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In addition to global DSPs such as Spotify and Apple Music, co:brand has established a distribution network for major local DSPs in Japan and South Korea, including LINE MUSIC and Melon, strengthening its support as part of its expansion into the APAC market, which launched in earnest in August 2026.
【Event report】With a tax reform after 42 years as a turning point, promoting wider use of meal subsidies: “Meal Assistance Promotion Association” holds inaugural roundtable
【Disaster relief】1,000 mite-control products provided free of charge to areas affected by the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”
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株式会社日革研究所 has provided 1,000 “Dani-tori Robo” mite traps free of charge through 一般社団法人熊本支援チーム to support areas affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.
Automate blog management for SEO. Launch of “SEO blog Fully Automatic Washing Machine,” a one-time purchase with no monthly fees
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YOUNEEDS株式会社 launched “SEO blog Fully Automatic Washing Machine” on October 16, 2026, using existing WordPress information to automatically generate and manage blog posts, with technology provided by mindgrow. It is a one-time purchase with no monthly fees, and plans cost 300,000 to 800,000 yen.
Facts
Launched on October 16, 2026
Original1本あたり約100円が目安
The production period is approximately 1 month for all plans
Helping creators escape price competition. Online salon “マルシェルジュ” launches, offering free application support for hometown tax donation gifts
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株式会社どえらザウルス launched “マルシェルジュ,” an online salon for market vendors and sole proprietors, on September 30, 2026. It offers support in articulating emotional value and assistance with applications for hometown tax donation gifts.
Facts
Launched on September 30, 2026
Join from 1,650 yen per month, including tax
There are 13.03 million freelancers, including those working side jobs
The market is worth 20.32 trillion yen
The handmade marketplace minne has 870,000 registered creators and brands
Cumulative transaction value has surpassed 100 billion yen
【BlackBoxKyoto】An exhibition by artist 宇佐美奈緒, “The Resolution of Wounded Skin,” will be held.
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An exhibition by artist 宇佐美奈緒, “The Resolution of Wounded Skin,” will be held at BlackBoxKyoto, featuring digital artwork sales using authentication technology developed by 株式会社nenex.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
Sunday, Dec. 20
Admission | 1000 yen
Play time: 20 minutes
Time: 16 minutes
In-person attendance: 1,500 yen
Online streaming: 1,200 yen
Companies mentioned：BlackBoxKyoto、株式会社nenex、タニグチビル、東京藝術大学、愛知県立芸術大学、TOKAS、Centro de Arte Moderna (CAM)、GlogauAIR、関西大学、国立国際美術館
【Opening in November 2026】Returning to the gifts of Akune’s sea, mountains and hot springs. The villa-style auberge “Auberge RISORA -凛空-,” comprising 5 villas nestled in the satoyama, begins accepting reservations
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ケイオー開発株式会社 opened the villa-style accommodation “Auberge RISORA -凛空-” in Akune, Kagoshima Prefecture, on Nov. 6, 2026, and began accepting reservations. It comprises 5 villas, and Eiji Onoyama, formerly of “赤坂菊乃井,” will serve as head chef.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
5 villas in total
Private floor area of at least 190 square meters
30 years devoted exclusively to Kyoto cuisine
Population of approximately 17,000
Total dissolved substances: 5,781 mg/kg
Approximately 5.8 times the standard for therapeutic hot springs
Comprehensive online medical consultation service “neumee（ニューミー）” obtains “LegitScript,” an international certification that reviews the reliability of online medical services
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The comprehensive online medical consultation service “neumee,” operated by 株式会社オンラインメディカルケア, has obtained “LegitScript,” an international certification that reviews the safety and legality of online medical services.
Facts
“MyPill,” launched in 2022
Rebranded as a comprehensive online medical consultation service on Sept. 15, 2026
“Quietly, unobtrusively, and surely turning the page.”
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株式会社ポコアポコネットワークス will exhibit at “Tokyo Musical Instrument Expo 2026,” to be held at 科学技術館 from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2026, showcasing its contactless device “玄GEN.”
Develops a tool to quickly and neatly collect pet waste
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Hideki Kawano, a self-employed architectural designer living in Yamato, Kanagawa Prefecture, has developed a tool to quickly and neatly collect pet waste. He began seeking companies to commercialize it on Oct. 20, 2026. Patent application filed (June 11, 2026).
Facts
Toward bringing the product to market from Oct. 20, 2026
Patent application filed on June 11, 2026
Conducted a prior art search on the patent information platform by Oct. 9, 2026
Approximately 6.79 million dogs are kept as pets in Japan
【From zero dedicated staff to the factory floor】AI agent “Cyber BCP Keep-It-Running” launches to develop and continuously operate cyber BCPs
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株式会社OVEL will launch “Cyber BCP Keep-It-Running,” an AI agent that develops and operates business continuity plans for cyberattacks (cyber BCPs), targeting large companies including manufacturers, from Oct. 20, 2026. Implementation will be handled by forward-deployed engineers (FDEs), with a standard period of 3–6 months.
Facts
Available starting Oct. 20, 2026
The standard period from implementation to completion of the first cyber BCP draft is 3–6 months
Reports of ransomware damage reached 123 in the first half of 2026
Since the second half of 2020, when statistics began
Increases of more than 30% year on year have continued