https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 528 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 210 items from 6 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/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470816Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUPCX-Platforms Pte. Ltd. and ビットトレード株式会社 will conduct a technical demonstration of in-store payments using the UPC cryptocurrency at “Sushi Yonejima” in Fukuoka Prefecture on Oct. 21, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470815Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMeiji will release the 2nd Twinkle collaboration with Little Twin Stars, a big-size product commemorating the 100th anniversary of Meiji Milk Chocolate, and special products featuring Yan Yan Tsukebo and Apollo on Oct. 20, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470814Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社りらいぶ and NEURO CARE TECH株式会社 have launched a joint project in the dementia care field and will monitor a total of 150 people starting Oct. 18, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470813Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapan Blue Jeans will open a new store, “Japan Blue Jeans SHIBUYA PARCO,” on the 5th floor of SHIBUYA PARCO on Nov. 20, 2026. In addition to a space designed around the themes of tradition and innovation, the store will offer limited-edition workshops and novelties in collaboration with artist collective DWS. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470812Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Spakona has won the Judges’ Special Award at “Keizaikai GoldenPitch 2026,” a business competition hosted by Keizaikai. The company was recognized for its mass-production technology, which uses AI to simplify and standardize aircraft, and its “dual-use” applications in both the public and private sectors, building on contracts from 防衛装備庁 and its track record with companies including トヨタ自動車株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470811Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社山匠電気工業の代表取締役、山子泰典氏が「令和8年度優秀施工者国土交通大臣顕彰（建設マスター）」を受賞した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470810Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNTT Resonant Technology has released v0.2.0 of “WinUI4K,” a Windows-native UI library for Kotlin and Java. It supports Office-style ribbons, tables, charts and handwriting input, and includes a revised Java API and an expanded sample gallery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470809Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TCL JAPAN ELECTRONICSは、2026年10月にヨドバシカメラマルチメディアAkibaおよび梅田にて、「TCLレーシングビジョン」を開催し、最新SQD-Mini LEDテレビで『Forza Horizon 6』の試遊体験や限定グッズプレゼントを実施した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470808Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メディヴァ and 多摩ファミリークリニック have begun jointly developing an urban primary care DX model that uses digital technology and AI to transform 4 areas as an integrated whole: “medical care,” “regional collaboration,” “staff development” and “management.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470807Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社W-ENDLESS has launched “local-area LLMO consulting” for businesses rooted in their communities, helping them get recommended in AI search results. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470806Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社B&V, operator of Karaoke-kan, will grand-open “Gyoza Sakaba Niku-jiru Tottsuan Ikebukuro East Exit” on the basement 1st floor of Karaoke-kan Ikebukuro East Exit Main Store on Oct. 26, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470805Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESインターエフエムは、2026年11月3日より声優・アーティストの青山なぎさがDJを務める新ラジオ番組「日本直販presents 青山なぎさの夜ふかしレコード」の放送を開始する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470804Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUniforms planned and manufactured by カーシーカシマ株式会社 have been selected as the new uniforms for 水戸信用金庫, which is celebrating its 80th anniversary. By introducing a choice of pants or polo shirts, the company aims to improve staff comfort and promote diversity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470803Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TriOrb will exhibit at FABTECH 2026, taking place in Las Vegas, U.S., from October 21 to 23, 2026. It will demonstrate TriOrb BASE and showcase examples of mobile manipulators equipped with robotic arms. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470802Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Launch Party for CIRQL, an Asia-spanning music collective run by 株式会社KSR and 株式会社スタイリズム, will be held on October 24, 2026, at the live cafe and bar good tempo in Ikejiri. The 3 acts performing are Maaaki, SANDEI, and Shawn. Tickets cost 3,000 yen in advance and 3,500 yen at the door. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470801Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ネオレックス’s attendance management cloud service Kintai Mirai has earned the top “Leader” rating for 24 consecutive terms in the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, hosted by IT Cloud. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470800Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESZept株式会社 has developed JP Stablecoin Ledger (JSL), a web service that automatically retrieves and centrally manages transaction histories for the Japanese yen stablecoin JPYC. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470799Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シー・シー・エム・シーは、ホロライブプロダクションの二次創作ゲームブランド「holo Indie」より、『Chattini Jetpack Project: A Hololive Fan Game』『HoloCozy』『ホロすと！』の3タイトルが、「Steam Nextフェス：2026年10月エディション」に参加すると発表した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470798https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470798Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESハートコア株式会社 officially released HeartCore AI Content Platform, a next-generation content platform redesigned from its flagship product HeartCore CMS, on October 13, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470797https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470797Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YC.Primarily will release 3 limited-edition combs from its haircare brand Love Chrome, featuring scenes from Disney animated films and designed around the theme “SEND LOVE,” along with a holiday-exclusive gift box. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470796https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470796Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESチューダー has named techno DJ Charlotte de Witte as its new ambassador. She has achieved historic milestones at events including Tomorrowland and Ultra Music Festival, embodying the brand’s “Born To Dare” slogan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470795Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社JAMSHOPPING announced that GET BACK, the official Beatles merchandise store founded in 1982, will open for a limited time at 札幌PARCO from December 4 to 13, 2026, to mark the 60th anniversary of the Beatles’ visit to Japan. The official Michael Jackson merchandise store KING OF POP will also be open. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470794Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe legendary official Michael Jackson merchandise store KING OF POP, operated by 株式会社JAMSHOPPING, will open for a limited time at 札幌PARCO from December 4 to 13, 2026, its first return in 17 years. The official Beatles merchandise store GET BACK will also be open. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470793Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMyDearest株式会社’s game label BACHI BACHI GAMES announced that it will publish Mount Lomyst, a 2D climbing action game developed by HIKO GAME. The game won 2 awards at BitSummit PUNCH—the Famitsu Award and the Game Creators Award—and a demo is currently available at Steam Next Fest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470792Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESauエネルギー＆ライフ株式会社 is running a Halloween promotion offering users of the auでんき app a chance to win up to 1,000 Ponta points through a gacha draw. The distribution period runs from October 23 to 31, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470791Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Stock will launch a campaign on October 20, 2026, to switch from Evernote to its information-sharing tool “Stock,” extending the free trial from the usual 1 month to 2 months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470790Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe horror writer 雨穴’s debut large-scale exhibition, “雨穴の変な世界展。,” opened on October 23, 2026, and a newly written song and teaser PV were released. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470789Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トゥヴェール will launch “ホワイトコンフォート,” a new holiday-season fragrance in its “レチノミルク” body milk line containing pure retinol, as an advance release on Qoo10 on November 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470784Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本直販株式会社 will launch the new radio program “夜ふかしレコード” on October 31, 2026, featuring voice actor 青山なぎさ of its subsidiary クロコダイル as host. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470783Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マネースクエア posts market analysis videos every business day on its official YouTube channel. For the week of October 19, it plans to explain inflation trends, focusing on CPI and central bank meetings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470782Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BANDAI SPIRITS will hold the limited-time event “THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP in NAGANO” at ながの東急百貨店 from November 27, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470781Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人としま未来文化財団 will hold “＃ぷらりとしまU30s としまの宙（そら）を眺めるⅡ,” a stargazing course for people aged 16–39, on November 23 and December 10. The program includes telescope-making and workshops, and costs 6,500 yen to attend. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470780Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブレイン・ラボ, together with 株式会社アドヴァンテージ and 株式会社ワールドスタッフィング, will hold a free online seminar on strategies for retaining temporary staff in the AI era on October 28, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470779Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESエシカル・スピリッツ株式会社 earned the international B Corp™ certification in July 2026 and completed the 1st closing of a fundraising round led by U.S.-based AMJ Capital. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470778Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“5番 白玉グルタチオンCレチナールショット,” an intensive spot-care product containing 0.1% retinal and other ingredients, will launch on Qoo10 on November 1, 2026, from the Korean skincare brand numbuzin, operated by 株式会社BENOW JAPAN. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470777Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESブリッジインターナショナルグループ株式会社 has released a report on the use of AI in corporate sales, based on a survey of companies with annual revenue of 50 billion yen or more. “Reduced work time” was the most commonly cited benefit of implementation, at 53.0%, while “improved business results” stood at just 14.5%. “Improving and integrating SFA/CRM data quality” was the top choice for the next investment, at 46.5%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470776Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社チャンピオンカレー will sell “チャンピオンカレー 生カレー” for a limited time at ファミリーマート stores in the Chugoku region starting October 20, 2026. The product is also scheduled to roll out in other areas, including Okinawa Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470775Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESコムシード株式会社は、ソーシャルゲーム『グリパチ』において、レオスターの人気機種『スマスロ 新鬼武者３』のアプリを10月20日12:00より全ユーザーに無料開放した。また、配信記念として特別エリアの開放やXリポストキャンペーンを実施している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470774Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クリエイティブヨーコ will hold a limited-time pop-up for “Shirotan,” currently airing as a TV anime, at JR池袋駅 from October 27 to November 9, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470773Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES北杜市教育委員会 will hold an “Alphorn Concert” by 高山アルプホルンクラブ at Nagasaka Community Station on October 24, Reiwa 8. The participation fee is 1,000 yen, capacity is 400 people, and the application deadline is October 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470772Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社DMM.com announced that, to celebrate the online streaming project “POKER PARK supported by DMMオンクレ,” original merchandise featuring 7 performers will go on sale from 18:00 on October 23, 2026. A poker showdown program will also be streamed from 19:00 that day. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470771Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社集英社ゲームズ released a demo of the drama-like adventure “本と鍵の季節,” based on a work by 米澤穂信, on October 20, 2026, timed with Steam Next Fest. The first chapter is playable, and the game is targeting a release on Nintendo Switch and Steam this winter. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470770Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー has reopened reservations for a restock of its adult 2WAY shoulder bag, a collaboration with OSAMU GOODS, exclusively online. Available in 6 colors with Jill and Jack embroidery designs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470769Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTatsuya Yamamoto, president of 清泉女子大学, has launched a newsletter on “theLetter,” a professional writing platform operated by 株式会社OutNow. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470768Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESF-LAGSTUF-F, a brand operated by 株式会社yutori, will hold the music event “NOW HERE” at Shibuya LOVEZ on December 14, 2026, featuring 3 acts: Age Factory, Paledusk and DONGURIZU. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470767Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アナログPR took part as a media supporter in “Vega Summer Festival 2026,” a disaster recovery event held by VEGA INNOVATION株式会社 in the Arahama district of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The event included a tour of Arahama Elementary School, networking among business leaders over a BBQ, and appearances by entertainers, promoting recovery support through economic activity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470766Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社wevnal officially launched “BOTCHAN AICALL,” a phone AI agent designed to automate call center operations, on October 20, 2026. Drawing on the knowledge of experienced operators, it delivers high-quality service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470765Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユーハイム announced a 9-hour special, “J-WAVE HOLIDAY SPECIAL Juchheim presents TURN IT OVER!,” airing on J-WAVE on November 3. Hosted by Yuka Itaya and Sassya, the program will feature guests including Takashi Yamazaki, Ryo Asai and INI for conversations themed around “behind the scenes.” A social media campaign to find “Slash Zero” products made without food additives, as well as sticker giveaways, will also take place. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470764Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TOブックス announced that the “Ascendance of a Bookworm” series it publishes has surpassed 15 million copies in cumulative circulation, including e-books. A sequel TV anime was also confirmed for October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470763Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESスマートフォン向けナビアプリ「moviLink」が、第19回トヨタ夢のクルマアートコンテスト日本コンテストの入賞作品を2026年10月19日より現在地アイコンとして提供開始。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470762Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アクシージア will begin offering “GateNexa,” an integrated generative AI platform for businesses, through its group company 株式会社アクシージアバリュークリエイター from October 20, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470761Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MUSIN has signed an agreement with Chinese audio brand “OASEAR” to serve as its authorized import distributor in Japan and has begun operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470760Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESInfaction, the accessories brand produced by Itsuki Fujiwara, will launch its new collection “Infaction Milestone” on his birthday, October 20. The collection will include necklaces and rings featuring red and blue stones, the brand’s first accessory case, and a limited-edition set of past items selected by Itsuki Fujiwara. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470759Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社横浜エクセレンスは、神奈川県警察が推進する防犯情報発信の取り組み「SAFETY BOOSTER」の合同委嘱式に参加し、西山達哉AGMが出席して防犯啓発活動への協力を表明した。今後はクラブの発信力を用いて特殊詐欺への注意喚起などを行う。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470758Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京コミックコンベンション announced John Cena and Melissa Benoist as the 4th wave of celebrity guests from abroad for “Tokyo Comic Con 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe in December 2026. A special campaign with アメリカン・エキスプレス is also underway. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470757Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアールベルアンジェ釧路貴賓館, operated by 株式会社ベルコ, will host a Halloween-themed dessert buffet lunch and kids’ costume photo session on October 25, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470756Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESATTACHMENT will release “IVALO,” a hiking boot created through a workshop with Finnish footwear brand TARVAS, on October 23, 2026. The price is 60,500 yen (tax included). Store display fixtures and original shoe bags were also created. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470755Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バーニーズジャパン will hold an exhibition and sale of Mari Natsuki’s personal collection, “MARI’S ARCHIVE,” at “CHELSEA VINTAGE ROOM™” starting October 31, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470754Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クエイル, a subsidiary of 株式会社アピリッツ, invested in 株式会社CyCal, which operates “CyCal,” a business optimization platform for beauty salons based in Kagoshima, and completed payment on October 6, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470753Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イーカムグループ will launch a new sweatshirt and hoodie collection featuring popular Disney characters and treated with a pigment wash from late September. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470752Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社食文化, working with a Fisheries Agency subsidy program, will launch “UOYA,” a processed seafood sales project involving 42 companies from 6 eastern Japan prefectures, on October 20, 2026. The project will sell new products developed by participating businesses through an e-commerce site, with free shipping on all items. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470751Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESカゴメ株式会社 will launch “Vegetable Life 100 Smoothie Strawberry & Almond mix,” a rich seasonal smoothie inspired by a Los Angeles recipe, nationwide starting November 17, 2026. It contains no added sugar and provides 1 serving of vegetables (120 g), as well as vitamin C, dietary fiber and vitamin E. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470750Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYSL BEAUTY’s “LIBRE” fragrance series has posted sales 152% year-on-year. This season’s limited-edition sandalwood fragrance, “Libre Eau de Parfum Santal Couture,” is drawing attention. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470749Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイピーフォー株式会社は、平成レトロブームで人気再燃したキャラクター「しずくちゃん」のシリコンフェイスポーチを、2026年10月下旬から全国のカプセルトイコーナーにて発売予定。価格は1回400円（税込み）、全6種。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470748Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイピーフォー株式会社は、ムーミンのキャラクターがデザインされた巾着とポーチのコレクション6種を、2026年10月下旬から全国のカプセルトイコーナーで発売する予定。価格は1回500円（税込み）。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470747Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESChildren’s clothing brand “petit main,” operated by 株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル, will relocate to Wing Building 8F at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 and reopen after renovations on Nov. 20, 2026. The store will be expanded and will increase its selection of the parent-and-child-oriented women’s brand “LIEN” and curated lifestyle goods. Customers who spend 8,800 yen or more, including tax, will receive a 15th-anniversary commemorative gift. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470746Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES川辺株式会社 will release 2 types of towel handkerchiefs featuring dog-themed designs, including dachshunds and house-check patterns, to mark “Dog Day” on Nov. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470745Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESレッドホースコーポレーション developed financiers and Baumkuchen using “Nikkori pears,” a specialty of Haga Town, Tochigi Prefecture, and began selling them at 道の駅はが on Sept. 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470744Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES松竹ゲームズ has released a demo of “Hela: A Little Mouse and the Magic Forest,” developed and published by Windup Games and Knights Peak. The game has been drawing attention at events around the world, including Steam Next Fest, and is scheduled for release on Dec. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470743Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe FM radio program “みちのらじお,” produced by 株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク, held a live recording at the 38th Mogami Grand Industry Festival in Shinjō, Yamagata Prefecture, on Oct. 11. The event drew more than 400 spectators and was a great success. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470742Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESしゃぶ葉, operated by 株式会社すかいらーくホールディングス, will offer an original course and limited-time ingredients and run an SNS campaign as part of a collaboration with the movie “Godzilla-0.0,” premiering on Nov. 3, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470741Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESセイコーウオッチ株式会社 will release a quartz wall clock on Nov. 20 that carries on the design of the world’s first quartz wall clock for home use, registered as a “Future Technology Heritage” by 国立科学博物館, and achieves high accuracy of ±30 seconds per year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470740Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンキューマート, a shop operated by エルソニック株式会社, will begin accepting advance orders through its official online shop on Oct. 21 and will start selling limited-edition collaboration items with 株式会社サンリオ character unit “はぴだんぶい” at stores nationwide from mid-November. All items are priced at 390 yen (429 yen including tax). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470739Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES星波, 高島江梨奈, 佐藤有紗 and 市川美織 have been announced as additional cast members for the stage production “Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty,” which 株式会社HIKE is co-producing and financing. The performances will run from Feb. 18 to 21, 2027, at Theater 1010. Ticket information is available on the official website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470738Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンエックス株式会社 has announced that its new “Rilakkuma” puzzle game, “Rilakkuma Goyururi Puzzle,” developed with the support of Picorea and Imagineer, will be released in early 2027. Pre-registration opens on Oct. 20, with rewards to be distributed when registrations surpass 30,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470737Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井住友カード株式会社 has signed a partnership agreement with 長崎ヴェルカ, a basketball club in the B.LEAGUE. It will release videos featuring players and roll out fan-participation cheering initiatives, while also offering special benefits at 長崎スタジアムシティ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470736Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊橋市が、月経、PMS、男性不妊などの体に関する知識や将来のライフデザインを学ぶ「プレコンセプションケア」オンラインセミナーを開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470735Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイディアファクトリー株式会社 announced that it will reissue the special edition of “9 R.I.P.,” a title from the women’s game brand オトメイト, on Jan. 21, 2027. Reservations open on Oct. 20, and the edition includes bonus items such as a drama CD and booklet. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470734Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will hold the “Eejaro! Hiroshima Fair” from Oct. 20 to Nov. 2, offering 9 items made with local ingredients exclusively in Hiroshima Prefecture, and will also run a coupon campaign through its app. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470733Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Stationery Marche” will be held at 柏高島屋 from Oct. 22, featuring more than 40 brands, including 20 making their debut at the event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470732Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES八尾市生涯学習センター, operated by 株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション, will hold a lecture in collaboration with 三起商行㈱（ミキハウス） as part of its “Children’s Bright Future Program.” The speaker will be company employee Tatsu Sakamoto, who cycled around the world. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470731Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“@cosme STORE,” located on the 1st floor of 函館蔦屋書店, will reopen after renovations on Nov. 13, 2026. Its floor area will expand to about 1.2 times its current size, and new brands including SHISEIDO and PAUL & JOE will be added. Opening campaigns will include points rewards and sample giveaways. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470730Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウエニ貿易 will begin taking orders for an original “Demon King model” solar watch through “WORLD WIDE WATCH” on Oct. 23, 2026, to mark the 1st anniversary of the release of fantasy RPG “Stella Sora.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470729Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJ-WAVE will air the special program “TURN IT OVER!” for 9 hours on Nov. 3, featuring conversations on the theme of “behind the scenes” with guests including YOU, Takashi Fujii and Yuka Itaya. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470728Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESベネリック株式会社 will release 2 capsule toy designs featuring “スーモ,” the mascot character of SUUMO, nationwide in late October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470727Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES16 students from NSGグループ’s 国際こども・福祉カレッジ volunteered at 鏡淵小学校’s “Hidamari Rally,” learning through interaction with the local community. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470726Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES朝日新聞出版 will release “Diamond on Ice,” the first book by figure skater Kaori Sakamoto, on Nov. 20, 2026. After retiring, becoming a coach and getting married, Sakamoto has embarked on a new chapter. In the book, she talks with writer Takaomi Matsubara about her competitive career and personal reflections. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470725Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社白泉社 will release issue 22 of “Hana to Yume” on Oct. 20, with a “Yona of the Dawn” sword and shield acrylic stand as a bonus. The issue will also include information on the final volume 48 of “Yona of the Dawn” and its sequel anime, which is being produced by PIERROT FILMS. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470724Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe latest volume 17 of “Tamon’s B-Side!” is now on sale, and a campaign offering 3 free volumes is running on “Hana to Yume+” from Oct. 20. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470723Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES白泉社 is running a campaign offering a total of 18 free volumes of its manga “The Butler, Kuroboshi Won’t Bow,” “The Black Count Loves the Stars” and “The Wolf Prince and the Liar’s Marriage” on the online platform “花とゆめ＋.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470722Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サイバード launched the sequel story for “Tokugawa Ieyasu” in the romance game “Ikemen Sengoku: Toki o Kakeru Koi -Eien-” on Oct. 20, 2026, and is running a commemorative campaign and fan-support event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470721Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ニュース通信社は、スカパー！30周年感謝祭アンバサダーのアイドルグループROIROMを表紙に迎えた「スカパー!TVガイドプレミアム2026年11月号」を10月26日に発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470720Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ニュース通信社は、スカパー！のTVガイド誌2026年11月号を10月26日に発売する。表紙には11月11日にデビューシングル「BLOOM WORLD」をリリースするふぉ～ゆ～が起用され、ROIROMや映画俳優らのインタビューも掲載される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470719Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMasumi Yamamoto率いる「Masumi Yamamoto and TLQ plus」が、神奈川大学宮陵会設立90周年記念のプレコンサートとして11月9日に横浜市開港記念会館で公演を行う。Trevor Lawrenceらを招き新曲を世界初公開し、チケットはカンフェティにて販売中。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470718Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the 40th anniversary of the opening of Kawasaki Noh Theatre, the “139th Kawasaki City Regular Noh Performance: Kanze-ryu Umewaka-kai” will be staged on Dec. 12, 2026. Tickets will go on sale through カンフェティ starting Oct. 26, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470717Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNon, who stars in ABEMA original drama “MISS KING,” won Japan’s top prize in the Lead Actress category at the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470716Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES横浜ベイホテル東急のラウンジ「ソマーハウス」で、2026年12月1日から25日まで期間限定でクリスマスアフタヌーンティーを提供。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470715Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA new store for “sanrio house,” a brand supervised by Sanrio and operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will open on the 5th floor of 渋谷PARCO on Nov. 13, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470714Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMen’s brand AOURE, owned by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will release a jacket and pants on Oct. 21 as the second collaboration with sports equipment maker Mizuno. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p5.html#n3470713Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe SSK Research Institute will hold a seminar titled “The U.S. Shale Oil/Gas Counteroffensive,” led by Goichi Iwama, a professor at 和光大学, on Nov. 26, 2026. He will discuss U.S. energy dominance under the Trump administration, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, fluctuations in the LNG market amid AI-driven demand, and Japanese companies’ moves to acquire shale gas interests, including those of 三菱商事 and JERA.