Toshimoto Tatsuki, president and CEO of Cyber Governance Lab, named a finalist in the Security Operations Support category of the Japan Security Awards 2026
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Toshimoto Tatsuki, president and CEO of Cyber Governance Lab, a subsidiary of 関通ホールディングス, was named a finalist in the Security Operations Support category of the Japan Security Awards 2026.
Younger parents are more likely to want their children to have a wedding ceremony! 100% of parents in their 20s and 58.3% of parents in their 30s said they want their children to have a wedding ceremony
株式会社PKBソリューション’s digital stamp rally system, “mobile de Stamp Rally,” has been adopted for the collaboration event with hololive’s Shirakami Fubuki, currently being held at みろくの里.
Major logistics company Fukuyama Transporting obtains ISMS certification while revising internal regulations using SecureNavi
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A case study has been published on how major logistics company Fukuyama Transporting obtained ISMS certification (ISO/IEC 27001) using SecureNavi. By streamlining document management and revising internal regulations in parallel, the company secured certification in a short time and at low cost.
Hear directly from practitioners about the challenges they faced and how they tackled them! The National Work Style Transformation Awards 2026 Kanto-Shinetsu Conference to be held at PiO PARK on Wednesday, October 28
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The National Work Style Transformation Awards 2026 Kanto-Shinetsu Conference, hosted by 一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会, will be held at PiO PARK on October 28, 2026. Six presenters who passed the document screening will share practical examples of work style transformation, and the grand prize winner will advance to the national conference in December of the same year.
Facts
6 groups that passed the document screening
Original1社10分の公開プレゼンテーション
DX transforming work styles at 2,000 organizations and for more than 15,000 people
5-minute Q&A
6 criteria: strategic vision, adoption, results, reproducibility, use of digital technology, and enthusiasm
Original当日16:00にその場で発表
The national conference will be held in Gotanda, Tokyo, on Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Date and time: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 13:30–16:30
On-demand viewing is planned for all 6 tournaments.
ｕｇｏ unveils “ugo mini G2,” the next-generation model of its AI robot “ugo mini”
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ｕｇｏ株式会社 has unveiled “ugo mini G2,” the next-generation model of its AI robot “ugo mini.” Advance orders open on October 20, 2026, with deliveries beginning on November 24. The new model features an optical zoom camera and ultrasonic sensors, and an update to “ugo Platform” will support predictive maintenance.
Facts
Advance orders open on October 20, 2026
Deliveries will begin on November 24
Cumulative shipments have exceeded 100 units
Since sales began in January 2025
Planned for delivery through an OS update in 2027 or later
TESS Group wins order from 株式会社糺の森 for construction of a grid-scale battery storage facility
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Tess Engineering, a consolidated subsidiary of Tess Holdings, has won an order from 株式会社糺の森 to construct a grid-scale battery storage facility in Kani, Gifu Prefecture, with a capacity of approximately 6.3 MWh. Delivery is scheduled for March 2027.
Blood Cancer Know-It-All Night Special Edition: Information session on treatment approaches, information gathering and SDM for peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL)
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The online seminar “Blood Cancer Know-It-All Night Special Edition,” co-hosted by the certified NPO CancerNet Japan and 第一三共株式会社, will be held on December 8, 2026. It will explain treatment approaches for peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL) and shared decision-making (SDM).
“Health Management Implementation Coalition” launches to address obesity in the workplace
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Japan Eli Lilly, エムスリー総合研究所 and 株式会社ミナケア launched the “Health Management Implementation Coalition” on October 15, 2026, aiming to promote workplace measures to address obesity and put preventive healthcare into practice across society.
Which guinea pig is the most popular No. 1? 足立区生物園 to hold the “3rd Mormol General Election”
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東京都足立区’s 足立区生物園 will hold the “3rd Mormol General Election.” A record 55 guinea pigs are running, and original merchandise and panel exhibits will also be featured.
ALSI launches cloud-based ASM service “InterSafe Cybersecurity Rating,” leveraging its proprietary threat intelligence
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アルプス システム インテグレーション株式会社 will launch its cloud-based ASM service “InterSafe Cybersecurity Rating” on November 2, 2026. Designed for the information systems departments of mid-sized and small businesses, it visualizes and assesses the risks of externally exposed IT assets, including shadow IT. The basic plan costs 40,000 yen per month, excluding tax.
帝国不動産 launches “Business Concept Project Research” to create new businesses
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帝国不動産 has launched an in-house training program aimed at creating new businesses, using the “Business Concept Project Research” program of 事業構想大学院大学. Running for about 1 year from October 2026 to September 2027, the program will involve 10 selected employees, who will ultimately develop a business concept plan.
Facts
10 employees selected from multiple departments within the company
About 1 year through September 2027
26 sessions, totaling 100 hours of research meetings
Consolidated sales are approaching 100 billion yen
Aiming to become a company with a scale of 1 trillion yen in the future
A business worth at least 1 billion yen, and preferably on the scale of 10 billion yen
The “73rd Boat Race Derby” will be held in Amagasaki for the first time in 17 years!
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TSP太陽株式会社 produced and operated the special website for the “73rd Boat Race Derby,” held at ボートレース尼崎 from October 27 to November 1, and planned, filmed and produced YouTube videos for the event.
【SwitchBot】Make your home move with SwitchBot, and create a scene with Nanoleaf. Sales of products from smart lighting brand “Nanoleaf” begin October 20
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SWITCHBOT株式会社 will begin selling products from smart lighting brand “Nanoleaf” on October 20, 2026. To mark the launch, eligible products will be sold at a 15% discount through each official online store.
wevnal completely revamps its corporate website and service website
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株式会社wevnal completely revamped its corporate website and the service website for its personalized customer engagement platform “BOTCHAN” on October 20, 2026. Its new slogan is “Deliver the best customer service at every customer touchpoint.” Its product lineup has been reorganized into 3 agents: Web, MA and telephone customer service.
Cable Media Wai Wai moves subscriber management system infrastructure to the cloud
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Cable Media Wai Wai is moving its subscriber management system infrastructure to the cloud by migrating it to NEC Nets SI’s “CS-DCBEE” and connecting through BBIX’s “OCX.” Operations are scheduled to begin in October 2026.
スペースデータ and ＡＣＳＬ connect drone control functions developed in a digital twin to a physical aircraft
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株式会社スペースデータ and ＡＣＳＬ conducted a physical drone test, connecting drone control and recognition functions developed and verified in a digital twin environment replicating a drone lab in Sakai, Ibaraki Prefecture, to ＡＣＳＬ’s domestically produced industrial drone “SOTEN (蒼天).”
Kyoto Elex strengthens quality assurance system for automotive market
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Kyoto Elex, part of the Dai-ichi Kogyo Seiyaku Group, obtained certification to the international quality standard “IATF16949” for the automotive market on August 21, 2026, and will expand the use of its electronic components in automotive applications.
“Ties,” a recruitment agency specializing in manufacturers, adopts “KUZEN.” Builds a communications platform for job seekers through real-time integration with its core system
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“Ties,” a recruitment agency specializing in manufacturers, has adopted “KUZEN,” a customer engagement platform provided by 株式会社クウゼン. Real-time integration with its core system enables automated messages via its official LINE account based on applicants’ selection status, achieving an open rate of about 90% and a click-through rate of about 25%.
Kawamura International to exhibit at Inter BEE 2026
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株式会社川村インターナショナル will exhibit at the media industry event “Inter BEE 2026,” showcasing its language-processing API platform “LDX hub” and data structuring solution “StructFlow.”
Facts
Built up over 40 years as a translation company
Supports more than 20 types of machine translation and generative AI engines
When you want to translate video subtitles into 5 languages
【2026 Survey Report Preview!】Webinar to Present Survey Results on “Creating Psychologically Safe Workplaces” (October 22, 14:00–15:00) 株式会社LDcube
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株式会社LDcube will hold a webinar on October 22, 2026, to explain the results of a survey on “creating psychologically safe workplaces.” The survey found that 60% of organizations recognize this as an issue.
Facts
60% of organizations see psychological safety in the workplace as an issue
Capacity: 100 people
Original※1社3名様までの参加とさせていただきます。
Drawing on more than 60 years of expertise in providing support
August Online Fraud Report: Sharp Rise in Fraudulent Government-Related Websites; Watch Out for Fake USJ Prize-Winning Sites
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According to the August online fraud report, phishing sites impersonating the National Tax Agency and the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications have surged, and fraudulent sites claiming users had won USJ prizes were also identified. There has also been an increase in schemes that trick users into installing malicious Android apps disguised as legitimate app store offerings.
＜November 04 is “Good Oshi Day”＞ Are Soy Milk Fans Serious “Oshi” Supporters!? They Tend to Enjoy Supporting Their Favorites More Often and Spend More! What Surprising Common Ground Has Emerged?
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Ahead of “Good Oshi Day” on November 4, マルサンアイ株式会社 released the results of a survey on the relationship between soy milk and supporting one’s favorite person or group. The survey found that soy milk drinkers tend to engage in fan activities more frequently and spend more on them.
Facts
Japan’s domestic soy milk production reached a record high of 440,000 kL in 2025, but
production in the first half of 2026 also remained above the previous year’s pace, at 230,000 kL (110.9% of the same period a year earlier),
Capital: 865 million yen
Sales for the fiscal year ended September 2025 were 32.8 billion yen.
Tobu Group × ドズル社: Two Collaboration Projects Coming to Tokyo Solamachi and Tobu Zoo!
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A collaboration between gaming commentary group ドズル社 and 東武鉄道株式会社 will bring a limited-time “風雷花響” pop-up store to Tokyo Solamachi and a collaboration event to Tobu Zoo, starting in late October 2026.
Buyback specialist バイセル to open 7 new stores in October 2026
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株式会社BuySell Technologies, which operates the reuse service バイセル, will open 7 new バイセル buyback stores in October 2026, bringing its nationwide total to 188 stores.
あすけん launches new “Image Analysis Plus” feature! Menu identification accuracy improves by 13.7% compared with the existing feature
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株式会社asken has launched “Image Analysis Plus,” a new feature for its AI meal-tracking app, あすけん. The feature improves menu identification accuracy by 13.7% and enables automatic estimation of portion sizes and item counts, as well as personalized memory.
Touch a galaxy 2.5 million light-years away from 229 m above Shibuya. Supporting the “SHIBUYA GALAXY & STAR CLUSTER” stargazing event and Yuki Kaji’s special talk show on Tuesday, November 17
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株式会社ビクセン will support a rooftop astronomy observation event and a special talk show by voice actor Yuki Kaji at SHIBUYA SKY on November 17, 2026.
【Wakamono Research Survey】Are Young People in the Reiwa Era Always Drawn to Watching Competitive Eating? Do They Also Want to Take on a Competitive Eating Challenge?
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In a survey of people aged 15–20 conducted by 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ, approximately 70% said they end up watching competitive eating videos or TV programs. The survey also found that nearly half (44.8%) would like to try competitive eating if they could.
NTN株式会社 begins work on a locally coordinated on-site PPA at its Okayama Works in partnership with nearby suppliers
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Daigasエナジー will begin construction in October 2026 on a locally coordinated on-site PPA using the roof of nearby supplier コーワン to supply power to NTN岡山製作所.
Facts
Work will begin in October 2026
Approximately 1.43 million kWh of renewable energy annually
Annual reduction of approximately 622 tons of CO₂ emissions
Taxi app “S.RIDE®” launches service in 184 岩槻タクシー vehicles
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S.RIDE株式会社 has introduced its “S.RIDE” app in 184 taxis operated by 岩槻タクシー, bringing the number of supported vehicles in Saitama Prefecture to more than 1,000.
povo increases cashback for eligible add-on purchases made through “Pay later (ペイディ)” when switching from another carrier
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KDDI, 沖縄セルラー and KDDI Digital Life will run a campaign from October 20 to November 30, 2026, increasing cashback for customers who switch from another carrier to povo2.0 and purchase eligible add-ons using “ペイディ,” offered by Paidy合同会社.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
Nov. 30
1,000 yen cashback
Equivalent to 50% of the data charge
360GB (365 days)
When purchasing for 26,400 yen
800 yen
1.32TB (365 days)
When purchasing for 39,240 yen
380 yen cashback
Total rewards of up to 21,000 yen
Before September 1, 2026
Within 7 days of SIM activation
12 interest-free installments with pay-later
By December 31, 2026
Companies mentioned：KDDI、沖縄セルラー、KDDI Digital Life、povo、Paidy合同会社、ペイディ、au、UQ mobile、povo1.0
Exhibiting at “3DP Gathering in Osaka 2026,” a gathering for makers using 3D printers【APPLE TREE株式会社】
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APPLE TREE株式会社 will exhibit at “3DP Gathering in Osaka 2026,” to be held at Osaka City Central Public Hall on November 1, 2026, displaying the “CJ270,” a full-color 3D printer made by FLASHFORGE.
Celebrating “Toyohashi Station Souvenir No. 1”! Get 500 yen off 5 anmaki. “Autumn Appreciation Sale” runs for 3 days from October 23 at Okamedo Iwata Store
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株式会社お亀堂 will hold its “Autumn Appreciation Sale” at the Iwata Store from October 23, 2026, offering special prices on anmaki, mitarashi dango and other treats, along with live demonstrations in the store.
A 30-tsubo single-story model home combines convenient direct access from the garage with high thermal insulation
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株式会社片桐建設 will open a 30-tsubo single-story model home with a garage-connected earthen-floor living room in Ina, Nagano Prefecture, from October 17, 2026. It features the high-insulation specifications of アイフルホームカンパニー（LIXIL住宅研究所）.
Who’s your favorite!? The “British Mystery Heartthrob Actor Election” is on! Results to be announced in a livestream with popular illustrator 諏岸 and the programming director! New illustrations revealed, plus an exclusive members-only after-talk with lavish prizes up for grabs!
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株式会社AXNエンタテインメント began voting on October 20, 2026, for the “British Mystery Heartthrob Actor Election,” featuring actors from British dramas on ミステリーチャンネル. The results will be announced in a livestream on November 12, featuring a talk with illustrator 諏岸 and the programming director, as well as the unveiling of newly drawn illustrations.
A survey by 株式会社インテージ on a proposed food consumption tax cut found that more respondents said they did not approve of the cut than approved of it, with concerns over its 2-year time limit and the possibility of future tax hikes and cuts to social security benefits cited as factors. While shoppers are expected to hold back on purchases just before the cut and stock up afterward, the survey found a strong inclination to put the money saved toward future security, such as savings and investments.
【Held Nov. 2】Worn-out clothes become cotton in children’s fields: Ai Wakai-kai’s “Cotton Project” harvest experience, with 53 5-year-olds from Asawa Nursery School and Yanagimoto Nursery School taking part
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愛和会, a participating organization of BEA, whose operating partner is 株式会社Dooox, will hold a “Cotton Project” harvest experience in the fields of Asawa Nursery School on November 2, 2026. A total of 53 5-year-olds from Asawa Nursery School and Yanagimoto Nursery School will take part, harvesting Japanese extra-long-staple cotton grown using compost made from used clothing.
Match Group, owner of “ペアーズ” and “Tinder®,” conducts a survey on connections among young single people in 4 Asian countries, including Japan
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Match Group and 株式会社エウレカ（ペアーズ）released survey results on young single people in Japan, South Korea, India and Thailand. The survey found that 71% of respondents across the 4 Asian countries feel lonely, while in Japan, “lack of opportunities to meet people” is the biggest barrier.
Facts
71% of single young adults in the 4 countries feel lonely at least sometimes
Surveying approximately 4,000 single people aged 18 to 45 in 4 countries
In Japan, 44% say they are “not looking for new connections”
The most common barrier to dating in Japan is “not having opportunities to meet people” (34%)
47% of Japan’s Gen Z respondents said, “I only date someone I can envision a future with”
【The Little Mermaid】A new insulated drawstring lunch bag featuring a heartwarming Ariel design goes on sale from Skater on 10/19 (Mon.)! All 8 designs in the series, including popular “Moana” and “Toy Story,” revealed at once!
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スケーター株式会社 will launch a new “The Little Mermaid” design on October 19 in its series of insulated drawstring lunch bags featuring Disney and Pixar works, and will unveil all 8 designs in the lineup.
Cross-World MMORPG AION2 × XREAL giveaway campaign to launch in stages starting Oct. 20!
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XREAL株式会社 will launch a campaign on Oct. 20, 2026, offering collaboration merchandise with NC Corporation's cross-world MMORPG AION2 and ROG XREAL R1 as prizes in a drawing.
Facts
Original2026年10月20日（火）から26日（月）まで
An SNS campaign offering prizes to 21 people in total
Collaboration merchandise will be awarded to 40 people in a drawing
AION2 × XREAL collaboration merchandise will be awarded to 20 people in a drawing
ROG XREAL R1 will be awarded to 1 person in a drawing
A DM will be sent by the official XREAL Japan account by around Nov. 30
For the eye and mouth areas, which influence how old you look. est introduces Est Wrinkle Repair Serum, a wrinkle-improving beauty serum containing the active ingredient niacinamide. On sale Friday, Jan. 15, 2027
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Kao's counseling cosmetics brand est will launch Est Wrinkle Repair Serum, a wrinkle-improving beauty serum containing the active ingredient niacinamide, on Jan. 15, 2027.
Recognized for long-standing contributions to developing engineers, receives letter of appreciation from 日本冷凍空調学会 — marking the 70th anniversary of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer System and the 60th anniversary of the Food Refrigeration Engineer System
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フクシマガリレイ and タカハシガリレイ received letters of appreciation from 日本冷凍空調学会 marking the 70th anniversary of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer System and the 60th anniversary of the Food Refrigeration Engineer System. Both companies were recognized for their contributions to developing engineers.
Facts
11 companies nationwide
8 organizations
Second-Class Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers: 801 people
Web seminar “Year-End Tax Adjustment Staff: Key Practical Points for Reiwa 8” to be held
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辻・本郷税理士法人 will hold the Web seminar “Year-End Tax Adjustment Staff: Key Practical Points for Reiwa 8” starting Oct. 29, 2026. The fee is 3,000 yen (tax included).
Mitaka City signs cooperation agreement to promote the recycling of used cooking oil
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Mitaka City, 日揮HD, Revo International and SAFFAIRE SKY ENERGY signed a cooperation agreement on Oct. 19 to promote the recycling of used cooking oil as a raw material for SAF. Mitaka City will launch a citizen-participation decarbonization initiative by installing collection boxes.
An alternative to company sports days: launches planning and management of workplace events featuring fitness assessments and light exercise, open to people of all ages
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フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has launched planning and management of BODY PALETTE, a workplace event featuring fitness assessments and light exercise that people of all ages can take part in. Designed as an alternative to conventional company sports days, the event aims to reduce the risk of injury and foster connections among employees.
“The Cat Who Lived 1 Million Times” 50th Anniversary Exhibition by Picture-Book Author Yoko Sano to Be Held!
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An exhibition of picture-book author Yoko Sano will be held at Shizuoka City Museum of Art to mark the 50th anniversary of the publication of “The Cat Who Lived 1 Million Times.” Original artwork and materials will be displayed, and a nationwide tour has also been announced.
Facts
50th anniversary of publication
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Sunday, June 6
Companies mentioned：株式会社 神戸新聞社、神戸新聞社、講談社、オフィス・ジロチョー、JIROCHO, Inc.
New merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations and newly created mini-character illustrations from “Love Live! Sunshine!!” to go on presale at ビックカメラグループ!
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株式会社イーディス announced that merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from “Love Live! Sunshine!!” will go on presale at ビックカメラグループ stores and online starting Oct. 20, 2026.
Secret Society Eagle Talon’s Yoshida-kun to make a full-fledged move into fighting?! He will also appear at Korakuen Hall on Saturday, Oct. 24! A spectating etiquette video will be screened and collaboration merchandise will be sold.
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株式会社ディー・エル・イー will collaborate with shoot boxing on Secret Society Eagle Talon, selling merchandise, producing a video on spectating etiquette, and releasing “Eye of the Hawk: Yoshida's Challenge,” a video depicting Yoshida-kun's transition to becoming a fighter.
サイバーリンク’s AI facial recognition security system “FaceMe® Security” enables facial recognition with Axis社 cameras and adds new features for cloud deployment and BCP measures
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サイバーリンク株式会社 announced version 8.9.2 of its AI facial recognition security system “FaceMe® Security.” The update adds 1:N facial recognition processing on Axis社 cameras, centralized management through deployment on the AWS cloud, integration with AI agents using MCP, and entry, exit and occupancy management features using Face Terminal.
[木村屋總本店] <New product> Nov. 1 is “Cheese Day”! Launch of the jumbo steamed cake “Hokkaido Cream Cheese”!
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株式会社木村屋總本店 will launch “Jumbo Steamed Cake Hokkaido Cream Cheese” at supermarkets and retail stores in the greater Kanto region starting Nov. 1, 2026. The price is 172 yen, including tax.
QQEnglish announces common traits of “successful schools,” based on insights from ALT placements. 83.3% of its elementary, junior high and high school placement sites gave the highest rating to “coordination with the teacher in charge”
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株式会社QQ English released survey results from 49 elementary, junior high and high schools, as well as children’s centers and kindergartens where it places ALTs. The results showed that “coordination with the teacher in charge” received the highest rating. The company also noted that schools that make effective use of ALTs share common practices, such as clarifying roles and holding regular meetings.
[To be held Nov. 3 (Tuesday, public holiday)] The 福岡おもてなし武将隊 and 小倉城武将隊 will also join! A free “Chambara Battle,” the world’s most peaceful battle, will be held in front of 潮見櫓 at 福岡城!
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株式会社IKUSA will plan and operate the hands-on event “Chambara Battle in front of 潮見櫓 at 福岡城,” hosted by 福岡市役所, on Nov. 3, 2026, in front of 潮見櫓 at 福岡城. Admission is free, and participants can experience a peaceful battle using foam swords, with the 福岡おもてなし武将隊 and 小倉城武将隊 taking part.
nano.RIPE × ASTOROID to release limited-edition figure on Saturday, Nov. 7
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A collaborative figure by 株式会社ACROVE’s figure brand “ASTOROID” and rock band “nano.RIPE” will go on sale at nano.RIPE’s planetarium concert venue on Nov. 7, 2026.
Reexamining the role of labor unions in the age of AI and diversification: “2nd Union Forum (j.union × TUNAG for UNION)” to be held on Wednesday, Dec. 9
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株式会社スタメン and j.union株式会社 will hold the “2nd Union Forum” on Dec. 9, 2026, to reexamine the role of labor unions in the age of AI and diversification.
With men accounting for about 2割 of purchasers, salon-born genderless cosmetics brand “ennic” opens its first men’s beauty section at そごう横浜店 for a 1-month limited-time run
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株式会社アルテジェネシス will open a pop-up store for “ennic,” its salon-born genderless cosmetics brand, for a limited time from Oct. 1 to 31, 2026, in the men’s beauty section on the 5th floor of そごう横浜店. About 2割 of purchasers are men, and cumulative sales have topped 120,000 units.
Facts
Men account for about 2割 of purchasers
Operates about 380 salons in a chain
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Through Saturday, October 31
5th floor of そごう横浜店
About 6 and a half years since launch
Cumulative sales of the series have topped 120,000 units
Ranked No. 2 in the shampoo and treatment categories
“NY × Sugamo Fashion Show for All Generations” to be held
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大正大学 will hold the “NY × Sugamo Fashion Show for All Generations” at 眞性寺 in Sugamo on Nov. 14, 2026. As part of international exchange with Brooklyn, New York, the event will bring together people of diverse generations for a global cultural exchange and aims to revitalize the local community.
Powerful steam × lightweight design × wide soleplate for comfortable wrinkle removal. Introducing the new “Free Move Power 6632”!
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株式会社グループセブ ジャパン will launch the lightweight cordless “Free Move Power 6632” iron under the ティファール brand in November 2026. It features steam output of up to 120g/min and a lightweight design weighing 960g. The suggested retail price is 18,960 yen.
ヨシケイグループ will feature children’s menus in “Smiley Meal” for 1 week starting Oct. 26. According to a survey by 株式会社KADOKAWA, about 75% of parents have concerns about their children’s meals.
Slide-generation AI “ChatSense” launches feature to reuse images from PowerPoint files
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株式会社ナレッジセンス has launched a feature in the slide-generation AI for its corporate AI agent “ChatSense” that uses images in PowerPoint files attached as reference materials to create new slides.
17.5% of people who have driven family members changed their workdays or how they take leave, カーネクスト survey finds
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A survey by the online car-buying service “カーネクスト,” operated by ラグザス株式会社, found that 17.5% of people who have driven family members changed their workdays or how they take leave. The findings show that providing rides affects people’s schedules and decisions about car ownership.
au PAY マーケット streams a video explaining key initiatives alongside the redesign of “au PAY マーケット Salon,” its support site for stores
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auコマース＆ライフ will begin streaming strategy-sharing videos on its support site for merchants, au PAY マーケット Salon, on Oct. 20, 2026, and is enhancing the site’s features and expanding its content following its renewal on Sept. 28.
Facts
From Oct. 20, 2026
Renewed on Sept. 28, 2026
Monthly transaction volume is about 10 times higher
Rate of first sales within 3 months of joining: over 92%
Within 3 weeks of completing sales preparations
5–6 weeks for stores not yet using the service and other stores
LTS continues supporting the development of business analyst talent at 東京ガス株式会社
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株式会社エル・ティー・エス（LTS） has provided business architecture talent development services to 東京ガス株式会社 since August 2025, and expanded the scope of its support in Phase 3, which began in April 2026.
“ITANDI BB” Advanced Plan adds “New Listing Notifications” feature
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イタンジ株式会社 will launch a “New Listing Notifications” feature for the Advanced Plan on its real-time real estate agent platform “ITANDI BB” on Oct. 21, 2026. The feature automatically detects new listings and sends browser notifications. As a commemorative campaign, users of the free plan will also be able to use up to 5 conditions free of charge for a limited time.
Anjash’s Kazuya Kojima delivers an emphatic retort: “It’s LOGI FLAG!”
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Kasumigaseki Capital has released a new commercial featuring Anjash’s Kazuya Kojima to promote its logistics facility brand “LOGI FLAG.” The ad announces the expansion of its cold-storage service to Nagoya and Kawasaki, and that it can be used for as little as 1 day and from 1 pallet.
[Preorders now open] A hugely popular world history explainer video with 4 million views is coming out as a book! “I Tried to Tell the Entire History of the World in About 10 Hours,” a recommended read for adults looking to refresh their learning, goes on sale Wednesday, Nov. 25!
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The YouTube video “A Video Where I Just Talk About Exam World History for 10 Hours,” with a total of 4 million views, has been adapted into a book. “I Tried to Tell the Entire History of the World in About 10 Hours,” which also includes original episodes written by its author, Taro, will be published by 株式会社西東社 on Nov. 25, 2026.
[Enhancing the existing food environment in anticipation of more employees returning to the office] SmartNews introduces “Weekly Company Cafeteria,” available from 1 day a week
Craif launches Kyushu cancer awareness project spanning the region
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Bio-AI startup Craif株式会社 has launched the Kyushu Cancer Awareness Project, which will hold cancer awareness events in 4 cities—Kagoshima, Oita, Kitakyushu and Fukuoka—in December 2026, together with professional soccer player Keisuke Honda.
Facts
Original2026年12月14日（月）から16日（水）
4 cities in Kyushu
More than 30 companies, medical institutions and others currently support the project
Capacity: 250 people
Japan’s cancer screening rate is around the 40% level
Ajimin Food Service, a group company of 株式会社サガミホールディングス, will begin offering its autumn-winter grand menu at 50 味の民芸 locations on Oct. 22, 2026. New dishes include meals featuring Tanohata duck from Iwate Prefecture, udon with a hot pot of domestically produced beef offal, and a kamameshi set.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
Nationwide: 50 味の民芸 locations
2,380 yen including tax
¥1,800 (tax included)
2,150 yen, tax included
1,890 yen each, tax included
2,080 yen including tax
1,730 yen, tax included
3 fried oysters: 1,980 yen, tax included
6 fried oysters: 2,480 yen, tax included
1,780 yen, tax included
3 pieces of fried chicken: 1,080 yen, tax included
6 pieces of fried chicken: 1,350 yen, tax included
jinjer launches “Re-Year-End Adjustment” feature to streamline year-end tax adjustment corrections in “ジンジャー給与”
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jinjer株式会社 launched the “Re-Year-End Adjustment” feature on Oct. 13, 2026, for “ジンジャー給与,” the payroll module of its integrated HR system “ジンジャー.” The feature streamlines corrections after year-end tax adjustment processing has been finalized. It enables settlement of differences without resetting withholding tax certificates or reopening the closing process, reducing the workload.
[First location in the Chugoku region] 七宝麻辣湯, a mala tang specialty restaurant founded 19 years ago, opens at イオンモール岡山 on Friday, Nov. 20! An Okayama-exclusive menu is also coming!
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株式会社ダイニングイノベーション will open 七宝麻辣湯 at イオンモール岡山 on Nov. 20, 2026, marking the chain’s first location in the Chugoku region, and will offer an Okayama-exclusive menu.
The Tableware Festival 2027: Tableware to Enrich Everyday Life—A festival of tableware bringing pieces from Japan and abroad together. Enjoy 9 special days featuring a Valentine’s treat paired with Western tableware, tea utensils reflecting the seasons, and more.
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The Tableware Festival Executive Committee will hold “Tableware Festival 2027” at Prism Hall, Tokyo Dome City, from January 15 to 23, 2027. The event will offer a wide range of content, including Valentine’s Day features, tea ware exhibits, and displays by ceramic-producing regions in Japan and overseas.
At the 69th J-Credit Scheme Certification Committee meeting, 12 projects supported and operated by ByWill were registered or certified
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株式会社バイウィル announced that 12 projects it supports or manages were approved at the 69th J-Credit Scheme Certification Committee meeting, including 8 registrations and 4 certifications. This brings the cumulative number of registrations and certifications since 2023 to 76.
Facts
Of these, 8 projects were registered
4 were certified under the J-Credit Scheme (*1)
The 15 J-Credit Scheme Certification Committee meetings it has participated in
In addition to the perennial favorite, “Christmas Cake with Strawberries as the Star,” 3 varieties of Christmas cake will be introduced. こがさかベイク opens lottery entry and reservations for Christmas Cake 2026 on November 1
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The patisserie and bakery こがさかベイク, based in Machida, Tokyo, will begin accepting lottery entries and reservations for Christmas Cake 2026 on November 1. In addition to its popular annual strawberry cake, 3 varieties—cheesecake, chocolate, and Mont Blanc—will be offered, with limited quantities and designated pickup locations.
[うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park] 10/26: 18th health seminar to be held jointly with partner medical institution 医誠会国際総合病院
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うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park will hold its 18th health seminar on October 26, 2026, jointly with its partner medical institution, 医誠会国際総合病院. The seminar will cover the symptoms, treatment, and vaccines for shingles.
Nagoya Railroad × 岐阜県 × FamilyMart to launch inbound tourism campaign
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Nagoya Railroad will partner with 岐阜県 and FamilyMart to launch an inbound tourism campaign targeting the Taiwan market on November 1. Customers who purchase eligible tickets through KKday will receive a FamilyMart product voucher and a souvenir from 岐阜県.
Tea-focused concept store “タリーズコーヒー ＆TEA” expands to 50 locations; “タリーズコーヒー ＆TEA Musashi-Kosugi Tokyu Square” to open Friday, October 30
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タリーズコーヒージャパン株式会社 will open “Musashi-Kosugi Tokyu Square,” the 50th location of its tea-focused concept store “タリーズコーヒー ＆TEA,” on October 30. The store will be the first to serve alcohol and will offer craft beer from カギヤブルワリー.
[Overwhelming No. 1 in sales!] “The Easiest-to-Understand Guide to Filing Tax Returns: For Returns Due March 15, Reiwa 9” (supervised by Hiroaki Tsuchiya and Tomoko Hikawa) goes on sale October 20!
[Labor and social security attorney explains] Even though submission to the Diet has been postponed, discussions continue: 10 points at issue in the first major revision of the Labor Standards Act in 40 years—including consecutive workdays, intervals between shifts, and the right to disconnect—and work schedules companies should review now
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一般社団法人クレア人財育英協会 has made a seminar video explaining 10 issues under consideration in the major revision of the Labor Standards Act available for free on YouTube. Submission of the bill to the Diet was postponed in December 2025, but discussions are continuing, and the organization recommends that companies review their work schedules.
Facts
10 points at issue
Was postponed in December 2025
The proposal is to limit consecutive workdays to 13 days
The European standard of 11 hours is a benchmark
More than 400 harassment and labor-management training sessions to date
More than 750 people nationwide have obtained the “Employment Clean Planner” qualification
12 years spent struggling and pressing on while trying to balance caring for a parent with work and personal life. An unvarnished documentary that hides neither frustration nor regret: “Days Spent with My Mother: A Salaryman’s Diary of Love, Conflict, and Caregiving” goes on sale.
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“Days Spent with My Mother,” an unvarnished documentary by author Ryu Kitagawa about balancing work with caring for his mother over 12 years, will be published by 株式会社パレード.
MAXWIN’s large cargo net “K-NET02” is back in stock; expands to a maximum of 420×300 cm to prevent cargo from shifting or falling from kei trucks and SUVs
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MAXWIN, an automotive accessories brand operated by 昌騰有限会社, has restocked its large cargo net “K-NET02,” designed to keep cargo from shifting in the beds of kei trucks and SUVs. It extends to a maximum of 420×300 cm and comes with 12 aluminum-alloy carabiners.
[2026 PASMO charge survey] Which cards are popular with users, and how are they using auto-charge?
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Results of an October 2026 survey on credit card charges to PASMO. 楽天カード had the highest usage rate of any single card, while the combined usage rate of cards affiliated with railway companies was higher. The survey also found dissatisfaction with points rewards and a number of people who do not use auto-charge.
Facts
楽天カード leads with 24.48%
While 44.76% of respondents said they had “no particular dissatisfaction” with the card they use for charges, the remaining 55.24% cited some kind of dissatisfaction
“Points do not accrue, or accrue slowly, when charging PASMO” was cited by 23.08%
“The points reward rate is low” was cited by 21.68%
“Because it earns points” was also the most common top reason for choosing a card, at 30.07%
For charges of 5,000 yen per month
That’s about 300 yen a year
38.46% have never used auto-charge
47.55% “currently use it”
29.37% “have never used it”
9.09% “did not know about the auto-charge feature”
13.99% were people who had used it before
The 7 types of cards issued by railway companies account for a combined 37.76%
In second place is TOKYU CARD ClubQ JMB PASMO, at 8.39%
Tokyo Metro To Me CARD and PayPayカード tied at 7.69%
小田急ポイントカード（OPクレジット） followed at 6.99%
Valid responses: 143 people
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゼロアクセル、ココモーラ、楽天カード、TOKYU CARD ClubQ JMB PASMO、Tokyo Metro To Me CARD、PayPayカード、小田急ポイントカード（OPクレジット）、株式会社BimoRa、株式会社ワンプレート、株式会社ザ・建物、GLOW-NAVI、おうちにプロ、ゼロメディア
Fishing tackle retailer キャスティング adopts “カンリーローカル在庫.” Digitally visualizing tens of thousands of fishing tackle items in stock, it aims to maximize stores’ ability to attract customers in the AI era.
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株式会社ワールドスポーツ, a fishing tackle chain, has adopted “カンリーローカル在庫,” an inventory visualization service provided by 株式会社カンリー, to display inventory on Google Search and Maps and strengthen its ability to attract customers in the AI era.
Intellectual giant Masaru Sato calls it “essential reading for all citizens”: Society, environment, economy, culture, politics… Japan today in numbers: “Solving the Mysteries of Japan Today Through Numbers: 100 Questions”
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株式会社JTBパブリッシング will release Tatsukami Osamu’s “Solving the Mysteries of Japan Today Through Numbers: 100 Questions” on October 28. The book presents 100 numbers in quiz format across 5 fields—society, the environment, the economy, culture and politics—and provides explanations. Masaru Sato praised it as “essential reading for all citizens” in a comment on the book’s obi.