https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1112 items from 7 sources; Taiwan, 114 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469521Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミスターマックス is rebranding its private brand and will launch sales of the new brand “GOOD Max!” on Oct. 20, 2026. Approximately 100 items will be offered in the first release. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469520Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三星毛糸株式会社 will hold “TAKIBI & Co. Fes Higashi-Mikawa” for the first time at emCAMPUS in Toyohashi, Aichi, on Nov. 20, 2026. The event aims to foster collaboration between next-generation business successors and startups, and will feature cross-talks, pitch sessions on challenges, and workshops. Admission for the session and networking event is ¥8,000 (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469519Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Oct. 2, 2026, そららSORARA held a hands-on food education event on homemade meals for dogs in Harajuku, Tokyo, featuring a nutrition seminar and cooking demonstration. The company also introduced its product “そららのるるる.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469518https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469518Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES阪南大学は2026年10月30日、駐日ウズベキスタン共和国大使館の公使参事官を招き、ウズベキスタンの魅力を伝えるイベント「Discover UZBEKISTAN」を開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469517Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Sincecore and 弁護士法人トライデント will co-host a webinar on Nov. 5, 2026, just before the amended Whistleblower Protection Act takes effect. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469516Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社波里 took over the Cream of Rice sales business from トラストワース株式会社 and began a full-scale rollout under the new VCON brand in 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469515https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469515Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESワイズ合同会社 has launched a web version of Fact Check AI, which checks claims in text against primary sources. It is available through a PC browser and verifies facts using sources such as laws and government statistics. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469514https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469514Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマッサパワーマネジメント株式会社 has launched Cubicle Upgrade Navigator, a dedicated service for consultations on upgrading and renovating power receiving and distribution equipment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469513https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469513Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本焼肉はせ川, operated by 株式会社はせ川, will offer the Christmas courses “Holy Night” and “White Snow” at its Ginza main restaurant and Omotesando restaurant from Dec. 19, 2026, to mark its 10th anniversary. The company shares the appeal of the experience as recounted by meat commentator Katsuomi Koike. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469512https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469512Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社VERTEBRA will launch Skin Repair Cleansing, a cleansing gel formulated with moisturizing ingredients, on Oct. 20, 2026, under its skincare brand LATINÖU, supervised by 表参道R.O.clinic. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469511https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469511Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe long-lasting concrete home MILLENNIA_X, jointly developed by 百年住宅株式会社, 株式会社アーキペラゴアーキテクツスタジオ and 株式会社ONE STONES, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469510https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469510Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社RB Japan, operator of luxury interior brand Roche Bobois, will unveil the new modular sofa SCRIPT at Roche Bobois TOKYO for the first time on Oct. 16, 2026, and take part in DESIGNART TOKYO 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469509https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469509Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESB&B ITADAKI, a traditional farmhouse inn in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture, has been featured in the ミシュランガイド hotel selection for 2025 and 2026, marking 2 consecutive years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469508https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469508Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES西口プロレス, operated by 株式会社ウエストゲートエンタテインメント, has announced a new lineup, welcoming Buffalo Goro A, the inaugural King of Conte champion, as its “Interesting Manager.” The group will stage events at Shinkiba 1stRING in November and December 2026, and plans to hold an event at Korakuen Hall on Jan. 14, 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469507https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469507Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPretia Japan surveyed generative AI responses to running shoe purchase queries across 10 major sports brands. ASICS ranked first with a 59.4% mention rate, while Mizuno ranked first with an 11.1% website citation rate. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469506https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469506Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGluten-free specialty shop お米のパンとお菓子もり in Kyotanabe, Kyoto Prefecture, will launch a large cream puff made with domestically produced rice flour on Oct. 31, 2026, to mark its 2nd anniversary. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469505https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469505Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHow to Build a Sales Mindset, written by Shun Chisanki, representative of 株式会社イーハーバー, ranked 3rd in the weekly business and management category at 丸善丸の内本店. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469504https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469504Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSMB建材株式会社 has launched the official app for atATTA, an outlet building materials marketplace selling surplus and discontinued construction materials. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469503Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ホリ乳業 is sponsoring Kanazawa Marathon 2026, to be held on Oct. 25, 2026, as a grand partner and will distribute a total of 22,000 bottles of 河北潟A2牧場牛乳 free of charge over 3 days. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469502Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“WEAVE JAPAN 2026” will be held at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on November 6, 2026, bringing together key figures from the public and private sectors to discuss new growth strategies through the fusion of entertainment and Japanese culture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469501Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Manufac has launched “Locoguru,” an interactive digital map that brings together local information on a map through posts by supporters and residents of Ibaraki Prefecture’s Rokko area, in collaboration with Antlers Hometown DMO. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469500Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社松井製作所 will exhibit at the International Plastic Fair “IPF JAPAN 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe in December 2026, and showcase products and solutions including “Zeroteach-mQMC” and “Moldintel AI.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469499Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社テックウェル has added a “Karaoke function” with real-time pitch checking and scoring to its vocal training app “Shirabe-O ～調べ緒～.” Available on the App Store and Google Play starting October 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469498Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タイヨーラボ will launch “Sunfiber,” a dietary fiber trusted in medical and nursing care settings, on October 20, 2026. This functional food with claims is made from 100% partially hydrolyzed guar gum, and reported health benefits include improved bowel movements and a healthier intestinal environment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469497Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCraid Tech has launched an “AI advisor” service for small and medium-sized businesses, offering operational reviews, AI adoption recommendations, and ongoing support. For a limited 5 companies, it is providing free AI adoption recommendations included in plans normally priced from ¥220,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469496https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469496Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIFBBボディビル「ZeniX」 will hold “Women's Workshop in Asia 2026,” a special event for women athletes, at Misato City Cultural Hall in Saitama Prefecture on November 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469354https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469354Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジャグプロジェクト合同会社 has released “Jag PWA installer,” a free, open-source tool that guides users through adding a web app to their iPhone home screen so they can receive notifications. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469353Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPremium mezcal “Jarabe de Pico” from Oaxaca, Mexico, imported by 株式会社エーアンドオー, will go on sale to the public in Japan through 日本メスカルテキーラ協会 on October 21, 2026, to coincide with “Mezcal Day.” A commemorative party will be held at 駐日メキシコ大使館, featuring the first unveiling and tasting in Japan of all 5 varieties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469352https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469352Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フジサワ has made a supporting purchase of beef cattle GHG reduction credits from JA鹿児島県経済連 through Linkhola and will use them for its own carbon offsets in fiscal 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469351https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469351Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グローカルスタンダードプロダクツ will hold a POP-UP event at 3 ANGERS ravissant stores—Kichijoji, Umeda, and EXPOCITY—from October 23 to November 8, 2026, to mark the reissue of the rattan “Dice Chair” designed by Taro Okamoto in 1957. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469350https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469350Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESnottuo株式会社 will present Nosou, a craft product brand making waves in Copenhagen, Denmark, for the first time in Japan at “DESIGNART TOKYO 2026,” with an exhibition and order intake. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469349Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSASAL, INC, headquartered in New York, provides “SASAL,” a platform that supports businesses from developing overseas expansion strategies and finding partners to business discussions and transactions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469348Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TUKURO has launched “In-house Marketing,” a service supporting the transition to in-house ad operations, and “In-house AI,” which checks Google and Meta ads every morning and provides recommendations for improvement, available from ¥50,000 per month (before tax). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469347Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Smooth and アイワホールディングス have partnered to roll out the ticket- and payment-machine-free parking brand “PARK ON” nationwide from Shizuoka. The first location, “PARK ON 見瀬,” is scheduled to open on October 20, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469346Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Canvi has added new features for groups such as PTAs and alumni associations to its collection service 幹事Pay. The service now supports bank transfers, individual reminders to late payers via LINE, and checks on whether payment pages have been viewed. All plans will be free through October 31, 2026, during the beta period. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469345Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn interview with 株式会社Harukaze representative コンドウハルキ appeared in the October 2026 issue of 『日経デザイン』 and on 日経クロストレンド, covering the state of vibe design and know-how for using generative AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469344Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES越野建設株式会社 will hold its annual hands-on learning event for children, the 13th “Concrete Day Experience Festival! 2026,” in Kita Ward, Tokyo, on November 21, 2026, in recognition of November 15 as Ready-Mixed Concrete Day. The company received 全国建設業協会’s Award for Distinguished Contributions to Social Welfare. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469343Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジャパン・エンダストリアル, which provides DX workforce development support specializing in manufacturing, has been recognized for the 3rd consecutive year as a “Saitama DX Gold Partner 2026” designated by the Saitama Industrial Promotion Public Corporation. A total of 434 businesses are registered in the partner program, and only 8 companies were selected as Gold Partners. The company is the only one to have received the recognition for 3 consecutive years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469342Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA new product based on students’ ideas has been developed through a collaboration between 岡山県立玉島高等学校 and long-established tub and barrel maker 立花容器株式会社. It will go on sale through crowdfunding starting October 16. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469341Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Dilecta has launched a free “Mechanic Type Assessment” on its automotive mechanic job-placement service メカニクル, identifying mechanics’ strengths across 8 types. The assessment has been available since August 19, 2026, and surpassed 1,000 completions within 1 month of launch. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469340Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Asahi Shimbun Welfare and Culture Foundation has provided a ¥2 million grant to 八代市災害ボランティアセンター to support areas affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469339Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社城島高原オペレーションズが運営する城島高原パークは、1967年開園以来2027年3月で開園60周年を迎える。これに伴い記念ロゴとスローガン「まだまだ、遊びたりない」を発表し、新キャラクター決定投票および思い出写真募集のキャンペーンを開始した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469338Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社HK STYLE has obtained patent No. 7923054 for “Wトリガー,” a technology that combines NFC and image recognition to deliver AR content when multiple conditions are met. In addition to offering exclusive experiences in fan and tourism settings, the technology is also being considered for security applications. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469337Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマネーフォワードｉ株式会社 has launched “Admina Tracker,” agent-based software that is installed on PCs, as part of 『マネーフォワード Admina』, an operating system for IT departments. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469336Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESInternational Games System CO.,Ltd announced that the commercial series for the smartphone game 『ゴールデンホイヤー』 has surpassed 11 million total views. It has released off-shot photos and comments from 鈴木ユリア. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469335Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジーベックテクノロジー will launch “XEBEC CPS オートホルダー,” which automates brush protrusion adjustment for deburring, on October 26 and demonstrate it at JIMTOF2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469334Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゴードーソリューション announced that it has upgraded its IoT factory visualization system “LINKA3” to support integration with オークマ株式会社’s utilization improvement and analysis support system “Connect Plan.” The new version is scheduled to be made available in November 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469333Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社あとりえ岡田, which operates Kobe-born shoe brand NEUTRAL, will hold a fitting store at 中野マルイ starting November 4, offering try-ons of pumps, loafers and other shoes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469332Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサニーズ株式会社 raised ¥50 million in seed funding from HAKOBUNE and 広島ベンチャーキャピタル, and strengthened development of “Privaco” and began offering “AI workforce governance.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469331Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKorean body-care brand “BnD” has launched at 330 offline stores of South Korean health and beauty retailer “OLIVE YOUNG.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469330Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHDL合同会社 announced that the educational drone “CoDrone EDU” has been adopted by more than 150 schools nationwide in less than 4 years since sales began. Alongside promoting programming education, the company is building an environment that takes students from learning to taking on challenges through “ドロカツ,” a student competition launched in 2023, and “D-TYPE.,” a class for children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469329Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES浅利観光株式会社, which operates まるひめポーク, a branded pork from Gotsu, Shimane Prefecture, has refreshed its logo and brand name presentation and launched a new brand website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469328Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe annual 『とおかしまつり』 event, featuring 11 confectionery shops from the city, will be held at 西宮神社 on November 15. Last year, all items sold out in 45 minutes, and each shop will sell its own original Japanese sweets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469327Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベッセルは、1台の本体で用途別ヘッドを交換し締め付け・穴あけ・研削など複数作業に対応するプロ向けエアーツール「SP LINE ヘッド交換式エアーツール」を2026年10月26日より発売する。開発背景には、自動車整備・板金従事者への実態調査で明らかになった工具持ち替えによる負担がある。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469326Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イーネットソリューションズ has launched “merisis イミュータブルバックアップ,” a cloud service for businesses that supports recovery after ransomware attacks. Using WORM technology, the service prevents backup data from being changed or deleted and provides comprehensive support, including 24-hour, 365-day monitoring by staff and recovery rehearsals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469325Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本ペット少額短期保険 will begin selling its new pet-shop-exclusive insurance product “いぬとねこの保険 はじめてだっこ” on October 20, 2026. It offers benefits including coverage of up to 90% and no waiting period, and will be available at locations including Cainz stores as part of ベイシアグループ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469324Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESピアスショップワーク株式会社 will open アプレイジ 阪神梅田本店, the first Osaka location of its pore-care salon アプレイジ, on October 21, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469323Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社VISION, a provider of the water-purification water dispenser “ViVi Water,” is sponsoring the men’s professional golf tour event “56th Vantelin Tokai Classic,” to be held in Aichi Prefecture from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1, 2026, and will air a 30-second commercial during related programming. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469322Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本ホームステージング協会 will hold “Home Staging Forum 2026” at Tokyo International Forum on Nov. 16, 2026. The program is set to include a keynote address by 国土交通省, special presentations on vacant homes and private lodging, a real estate networking event for approximately 100 people, and an awards ceremony for the 9th Home Staging Contest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469321Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社チャレンジャーが運営する「フレスタ安全運転教習所」は、外国籍人材向け自転車交通安全講習を法人向けサービスとして展開し、2026年10月5日にマザーサンヤチヨ・オートモーティブシステムズ株式会社で講習を実施した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469320Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESカトーテック will begin testing on Oct. 20, 2026, in accordance with the JIS standard “Method for Measuring the Mechanical Properties of Cosmetic Brushes Made of Synthetic Fibers,” which was published that day. The tests will use brush physical-property testing equipment manufactured in-house. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469319Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CargoLaboは、航空貨物最適化プラットフォーム「CargoLabo」において、AI×OCRによる運賃情報の自動解析・一元管理機能「レート管理機能」と、最適輸送ルートの検索を自動化する「ルート検索機能」を正式にリリースした。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469318Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社デザポケ is upgrading its Sendai office to the Sendai Branch and will begin operations at the new office on Oct. 1, 2026, as its business expands in the Tohoku region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469317Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESオージーケー技研 is drawing on its child car seat development expertise to launch a thin, lightweight, high-impact-absorption mat for preventing falls in care settings, starting Oct. 20. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469316Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESクラフトシップス株式会社 has developed and is selling “PAC-MAN: kanpai bell 音玉 - TONEs DOTs -,” a special set themed around “PAC-MAN” as part of Bandai Namco Experience’s “IP-ART” initiative. The product combines a brass drinking vessel made using Takaoka City’s metalworking techniques with edible gold leaf made in Kanazawa City. It has been on display and sale at BnA Alter Museum in Kyoto since Oct. 17, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469315https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469315Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSHINING 3D Metrology has announced the “FreeScan Trak Nova+,” a versatile wireless dynamic tracking and scanning system. Building on the previous model, it increases the number of laser lines and achieves high-speed scanning of up to 7,600,000 points per second, aiming to improve work efficiency and productivity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469314Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing a strong response to a promotional video that received 1.63 million views on YouTube, 株式会社ラクアン worked with Matsumoto City to produce and begin distributing the English-language cycling guide “Discover the Unknown MATSUMOTO by Bicycle!” for visitors from overseas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469313https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469313Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人Japan Pharmaceutical & BioScience Society will hold an in-person event on the theme of NAMs at Nihonbashi Life Science Hub on December 5, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469312https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469312Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKyoto Fushimi aged-meat shop 「京中」 will launch its monthly membership subscription service, “A Regular Delivery of Aged Meat,” in October 2026. The limited recruitment is capped at a total of 25 slots across 3 plans, with monthly fees ranging from 11,000 yen to 110,000 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469311Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Hirogon Karada Ikiiki Festa,” a health event hosted by medical group オルソグループ, will be held on November 7, 2026, in the parking lot of オルソフィット24’s Ibaraki store in Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469310Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イー・エージェンシー will begin on-demand streaming on October 20, 2026, of its webinar “Google Tag Gateway (GTG) and Server-Side GTM (sGTM): Basics and Best Practices,” held in September 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469309Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESコーナン商事株式会社 will hold the “November 1 Dog Day Wan Wan Wonderful Campaign” from October 20 to November 30, 2026, to mark “Dog Day” on November 1. Customers can enter by submitting an image of a receipt showing purchases totaling at least 11,111 yen at participating stores. Registering as a コーナンプラス member increases the odds of winning by 11 times. Prizes include a pet-friendly hotel stay catalog gift, custom pet art and an emergency preparedness set for pets made by アイリスオーヤマ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469308Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe home RO water purifiers “WACOMS TRUST / WACOMS TRUST under,” sold by 株式会社フォレストホームサービス, have earned the Dr's Review doctor-recommended mark. Of the 56 doctors who viewed the product materials, 92.8% indicated that they would recommend the products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469307Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESj.union株式会社 and 株式会社スタメン will hold the “2nd Union Forum” on December 9, 2026, on the themes of work in the AI era and next-generation labor-management dialogue. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469306Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLOJEL will release the seasonal limited-edition colors “Deep Cocoa” and “Blushed Earth” for its Cubo suitcase on October 15, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469305Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey of 395 people who had enrolled in correspondence courses, conducted by SNSテクノロジーズ株式会社, 42.3% completed the entire curriculum, and the most common point at which learners stopped studying was “1–3 months after starting the course.” The main reason was “got busy,” and more than 70% of respondents said that publishing course completion rates would help them choose a course. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469304Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人ダークパターン対策協会 has launched the “NDD Certified Consultant” qualification and “NDD Certified Consulting Partner” program to provide support for companies seeking NDD certification. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469303Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBelgian cutlery brand 「エテルナム」, represented by コーンズ・アンド・カンパニー・リミテッド, will exhibit at the “Belgian Fair” at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 from October 21 to 27, 2026, selling dinner sets, dessert sets and other items. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469302Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESrag & bone coffee will host a limited-time pop-up in collaboration with Japanese lifestyle brand “OTOM,” starting November 1, 2026. Plans include matcha menu items, tastings, a ceramics exhibit and a launch party. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469301Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMSCグループ luxury brand エクスプローラ ジャーニー announced that it will hold its first “President’s Journey” in December 2026, hosted by President Anna Nash. The voyage from Barcelona to Tenerife will include special experiences at ports of call and dialogue sessions with guests. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469300Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Lumos has significantly enhanced the MCP integration features of its system for recruitment agents, “エージェントハブ,” enabling users to directly carry out tasks such as registering job seekers, making recommendations and managing selection processes through AI services such as Claude and ChatGPT. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469299Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人夢らくざプロジェクト will hold “Homebuilding Job-Role-Play Dojo in Osaka” at INTEX Osaka on Nov. 8, 2026. The career-experience event features activities in carpentry and garden design, with a 積水ハウス WAZA winner and designers serving as instructors. It is being held with support from the “積水ハウス Matching Program.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469298Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ビデオエイペックス announced that a survey on smartphone cameras conducted in May 2026 found that 80% of respondents “didn’t know about” rentals of high-performance smartphones. It also discussed demand for renting high-performance devices such as the OPPO Find X9 Ultra and barriers to their use. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469297Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリトルヘルプ・エージェンシー合同会社 will participate as a sponsor in “K:SGP 2026,” a Klaviyo-hosted event taking place in Singapore on Oct. 20, 2026. Its representative, 川野忍, will discuss the collaboration between Lumo and Klaviyo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469296https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469296Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWOODMAN株式会社 has published a 5-part series on data centers around the world on its technical blog and will exhibit solutions for building AI infrastructure and live equipment demonstrations at Japan IT Week Autumn 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469295https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469295Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES金沢大学と株式会社CrowdChemは、連合学習技術を用いたリグノセルロース系バイオマス素材開発の加速化および社会実装プロセス最適化に向けた共同研究・検証を開始した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469294https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469294Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHair-care brand Curly Me has launched the “Free as My Hair Project,” aiming to create a society where people do not need to prove their natural hair texture or color. Timed to Hair Day on Oct. 20, the project cites survey findings on the submission of “natural hair certificates” at metropolitan Tokyo high schools and is conducting a questionnaire and signature campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469293https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469293Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人フォーエヴァーグリーン will hold a parent-child “coloring comparison campaign” from Oct. 21 to Nov. 9, 2026, using coloring pages from “Reiwa Edition Momotaro 2.0.” Participants will receive a PDF version, and the top prize is an Amazon gift card worth 5,000 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469292https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469292Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Western confectionery brand 五感-GOKAN-, which is based in Kitahama, Osaka, and emphasizes Japanese ingredients, will begin accepting reservations at its stores on Nov. 1 for all 7 of its 2026 Christmas cakes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469291https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469291Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルバトロス has released data on the 51,935 cumulative users of its resignation agency service, モームリ. People in their 20s make up the largest group, and many had been employed for less than six months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469290Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpeak, an AI English conversation app operated by スピークジャパン合同会社, officially launched its new feature “Speak Phone” on October 20, 2026, allowing users to have free-flowing, phone-style conversations with an AI teacher. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469289Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe rural-life simulation game “Revive! Onsen Town,” developed by 饼饼Studio and published by HARRISONWORLD, will launch in Early Access on Steam on December 7, 2026, and release a demo at the Steam Next Fest in October. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469288Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA science seminar hosted by the International Association for Food and Nutrition (AIFN), with 日本アムウェイ合同会社 as a special sponsor, was held on October 16, where participants discussed interactions between phytochemicals and the microbiome, as well as the potential of personalized nutrition. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469287Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ビーヘルシー will offer free one-on-one consultations from October 20 for local builders and homebuilders on YouTube concepts designed to drive visits and inquiries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469286https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469286Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES有限会社九南サービスが展開する「タマチャンショップ」の女性向けプロテイン「タンパクオトメ」は、2016年発売から2026年に10周年を迎え、シリーズ累計販売数は6,248万食を超えた。同社は「プロテインの日」制定に関与し、商品ラインナップを拡大しながら女性の日常への定着を図っている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469285https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469285Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESゴムマリ株式会社 will launch its “RAG Evaluation Dataset Creation” service on October 20, 2026, to measure the accuracy of generative AI (RAG) in different business scenarios. The service creates question sets with answers from internal documents, then has the company’s AI answer them for scoring and cause analysis. Prices start at ¥500,000, with an estimated turnaround of 1 week. A survey found that RAG adoption stands at just 17.8%, with a lack of technical knowledge and uncertainty about use cases among the challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469284Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMorus株式会社 established its first research center, “Morus Bio-Research Center,” inside OHBIC in Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture, on October 1, 2026. The center will conduct functional research on MorSilk®, a silkworm-derived material, and build a domestic mass-production system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469283https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469283Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“SHINAGAWA URBAN PET LIFE 2026 AUTUMN,” hosted by 日鉄興和不動産 and planned by 株式会社CarLife Japan, will be held in Shinagawa on October 24 and 25. In partnership with マース ジャパン リミテッド, the event will gather feedback from pet owners and non-owners and introduce rescue dogs and cats, among other activities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469282https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469282Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOptQC CEO Hiroshi Takase participated as a member of the Japanese delegation in the “1st Japan-Australia Leadership Dialogue,” held in Tokyo on October 8, 2026, and delivered a keynote report. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-09/index-en-p7.html#n3469281Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Lake Biwa Museum will hold a Night Museum exclusively for tour participants over 3 days, from December 18 to 20, Reiwa 8. Organized by 株式会社読売旅行, the event will feature special lighting by 株式会社ネイキッド and a classical concert.