A member of Tsukuba’s ピアレスウルフ wins 3 straight bouts at an amateur kickboxing tournament. The studio, established 3 years ago, supports members from health and fitness to competing in the ring
We participated in Bousai Kokutai 2026 in Tottori!
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A team from Shimane Prefectural University took part in “Disaster Prevention National Forum 2026,” held in Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture, and conducted a workshop on designing play spaces in evacuation shelters.
\A long-awaited permanent addition/ The “Hair Care Rich Oil Milk,” which drew continued requests for a restock after selling out, will be available year-round starting in November!
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株式会社ランクアップ announced that its limited-quantity “Hair Care Rich Oil Milk,” which drew continued requests for a restock after selling out, will become a permanent product and be available year-round starting in November 2026.
RIDERNAV launches fall touring support campaign: 28% off all products at its official store through October 25
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RIDERNAV is holding a fall touring support campaign from October 19 to 25, 2026, offering 28% off all products at its official online store. The discount is applied automatically with no coupon required; a 24-month product warranty and referral benefits are also available.
Medical shelter model makes a striking debut in Japan’s northern reaches.
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NTN株式会社 unveiled a medical shelter model, an evolution of its mobile independent power source “N³ N-Cube,” at the 14th Roadside Station Festival in Rumoi, held in Rumoi, Hokkaido, on October 3, 2026. The model was developed in collaboration with the Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and Rumoi Municipal Hospital, and approximately 250 people tried it out.
あなたのAI顧問株式会社 and セガサミー co-host “AI Study Session and Networking Event” for business leaders
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あなたのAI顧問株式会社 co-hosted an “AI Study Session and Networking Event” for business leaders with セガサミー on October 15, 2026. The event was held as part of セガサミースポーツパートナーズ’ initiatives, with the company’s representative, 黒山結音, serving as the instructor and speaking on the theme “Building a Management Dashboard with AI.”
“manebi e-Learning” wins top prize in the e-learning system (LMS) category at the “PRO of the DX Award 2026”
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“manebi e-Learning,” provided by 株式会社manebi, won the top prize in the e-learning system (LMS) category at the “PRO of the DX Award 2026,” an awards program for services listed on PRONI Aimitsu SaaS.
株式会社いーふらん held its new graduate offer ceremony for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year (Class of 2027) at its headquarters in Minato Mirai, Yokohama, and organized unique events including a lunch buffet at a luxury hotel and a surprise drive in Porsche and Mercedes-Benz cars.
【Funabashiya, founded 221 years ago】Temporary shop opens in front of 亀戸天神社 for the Chrysanthemum Festival! Selling everything from classic kuzumochi to this autumn’s new creations
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株式会社船橋屋 will open a temporary shop in front of 亀戸天神社 on weekends and public holidays from October 24 to November 22, 2026, in conjunction with the shrine’s Chrysanthemum Festival, selling its original kuzumochi and new Japanese sweets.
Facts
Founded 221 years ago
1805 (Bunka 2)
Celebrating 221 years in 2026
Fermented with lactic acid bacteria for approximately 450 days
しまむら and バースデイ to open a limited-time POP UP STORE at ららぽーと立川立飛 starting Wednesday, October 28!
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株式会社しまむら and バースデイ will open a limited-time POP UP STORE at ららぽーと立川立飛 starting October 28. The goal is to raise awareness in the surrounding area. The store will sell clothing and miscellaneous goods and accept cashless payments only.
しまむらグループ’s “SHIMA Park” to open at a large shopping mall near Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand! Limited-time POP UP STORE opens Thursday, October 22!
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株式会社しまむら will open a limited-time POP UP STORE called “SHIMA Park” on October 22 at the large shopping mall “ロビンソン・ライフスタイル・スワンナプーム,” near Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand.
Part-time hiring in an era of rising minimum wages—How small and midsize businesses that cannot compete on hourly pay can win by emphasizing factors beyond wages.
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HRShaker, operated by 株式会社Shake, offers recruitment support services for small and midsize businesses that find it difficult to differentiate themselves on hourly pay amid rising minimum wages, using selling points beyond pay, such as the workplace environment and performance figures.
Facts
We have supported more than 100 companies, from an electrical contractor with 3 employees to publicly listed companies
Ahead of the minimum wage increase taking effect in October 2026
105 applications in 9 months
Approximately 254,000 job listing views
CTR of 6.4%
Among 5,578 manuscripts
Only 2% of the job postings mentioned air conditioning
100% paid leave utilization rate
National weighted average: ¥1,176
Operational data from 107 small and midsize companies receiving recruitment support from our company
How about giving your job posting a health check?—Free checklist released to identify the causes of poor performance
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株式会社Shake has released a free diagnostic checklist through HRShaker, its job-posting management service, to identify the causes of poor job-posting performance across 3 areas: exposure, content and conditions.
Facts
Has supported more than 100 companies
Of 970 job postings with at least 1,000 impressions and a CTR above 5%, 97 received no applications
Has the cumulative number of impressions reached 20,000?
If the CTR is below 5%
The average CTR across our company is 6.06%
Is the click-to-application rate above 1.5%?
Operational data on Indeed and Airワーク採用管理 from 107 small and midsize companies
【LIMNO】A “Melody BOX” has been installed at the Inaba Manyo Historical Museum in Tottori City
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株式会社LIMNO has installed “Melody BOX,” a musical monument where visitors can listen to “Iwaiuta ~At the Beginning of a New Year~,” composed by Mitsuru Arai and based on the final poem in the Manyoshu by Otomo no Yakamochi. The installation commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Inaba Manyo Historical Museum in Tottori City.
Accelerating growth in the auto parts business through the roll-up M&A strategy promoted by our group
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Serendip Holdings aims to accelerate growth in its auto parts business by absorbing and merging its consolidated subsidiaries Mitsuiya Kogyo and Excel, fully integrating them on April 1, 2027.
Official launch of “IPPO for Foreign Employers,” integrating Japanese-language learning with preparation for specified skilled worker assessments
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株式会社GLOBAL ASTRA has officially launched “IPPO for Foreign Employers,” an adaptation of its AI-powered Japanese-language learning service “IPPO” for companies that employ foreign workers. The service is available starting at ¥290 per month and includes JLPT and specified skilled worker exam preparation, as well as management features.
Facts
Original1人あたり月額290円から
300-person plan
Learner satisfaction is 98.2%
The retention rate is 80% or higher
There are more than 30 schools
There are more than 1,000 learning materials, but
Within 10 seconds of opening the app
The question bank contains more than 10,000 questions in total
The overall pass rate for the 38th exam was 70.1%
The rate was 33.0% among specified skilled worker exam candidates
Money Forward X unveils screen designs and feature details for “Nanto Biz,” a next-generation corporate portal co-developed with Nanto Bank
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Money Forward X has unveiled the screen designs and feature details for “Nanto Biz,” a next-generation corporate portal it is co-developing with Nanto Bank, and aims to launch the service in fall 2027.
【Christmas Limited Edition】A special ballpoint pen adorned with スワロフスキー crystals and a gift set featuring a traditional Japanese washi notebook
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インターアクト株式会社 is selling a Christmas limited-edition gift set created through a collaboration between Taiwanese writing-instrument brand IWI and Japanese washi maker アワガミファクトリー. The set includes a ballpoint pen adorned with スワロフスキー crystals and a TAKUMI washi notebook. Available in 2 colors, navy and crimson plum, with 15 sets of each color (30 sets in total). Suggested retail price: ¥3,500 each, excluding tax.
和歌山県 and JR西日本 to hold the “Nanki Kumano Geopark Learning Campaign,” offering prizes by lottery to passengers on the Kuroshio limited express
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和歌山県 is partnering with JR西日本 to hold the “Nanki Kumano Geopark Learning Campaign” from October 24, 2026, to February 28, 2027. Prizes will be awarded by lottery to 65 passengers on the Kuroshio limited express, and a tourism promotion event will also be held at JR Osaka Station.
Sun-M System launches free diagnostic tool that assesses compliance with the SCS Evaluation System in 5 minutes
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サン・エム・システム株式会社 has launched a free self-assessment tool that checks compliance with the Security Measures Evaluation System for Strengthening Supply Chains (SCS Evaluation System) in about 5 minutes.
Facts
Can be checked in about 5 minutes
Answer 32 questions online
A results report organized into 7 categories
The system is expected to launch around the end of fiscal 2026
AI Rich Studio launches its “AI Champion Development Program” to build organizations that continuously improve business operations
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株式会社AI Rich Studio will launch its “AI Champion Development Program” on October 21, 2026. The hands-on program trains employees to drive AI-powered operational improvements in their workplaces over 3 months.
A bespoke tour offering an immersive experience of manga culture launches in Toshima, a manga mecca: “Manga Immersion at Tokiwaso”
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“Manga Immersion at Tokiwaso,” a bespoke private tour in Toshima, Tokyo, has launched. It combines manga-making experiences, sessions with experts and a visit to the Tokiwaso Manga Museum.
Facts
Small-group private tours for 1–6 people
Adapted into a TV drama on フジテレビ系列 in the year ending April 2025
Distribution of “【Complete Edition】Bounce Back!” began through ゴルフダイジェスト社 in 2026
Manabi Tetsuraku launches a new teacher-training service connecting inquiry-based learning with comprehensive selection admissions; applications also open for school lectures from December 2026 to February 2027
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まなび哲楽株式会社 has launched a new teacher-training service connecting inquiry-based learning with comprehensive selection admissions, and is accepting applications for school lectures from December 2026 through February 2027.
Facts
More than 300 skills
50 minutes each
Up to 4 schools per month
Half-day version (3 hours)
Approximately 15,000 successful candidates to date
Smoky Alien Cocktail Competition 2026: Hiroyasu Kawayama of Bar BenFiddich named as 2nd finalist judge!
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株式会社Taiki Cosmic Glen Distillery announced that Hiroyasu Kawayama, owner-bartender of Bar BenFiddich, will serve as the 2nd finalist judge for the cocktail competition SMOKY ALIEN COCKTAIL COMPETITION 2026.
オリオンホテル モトブ リゾート&スパ | “Ie Island Brown Sugar and Okinawan Winter Delicacies Fair” to be held, featuring brown sugar from Ie Island and seasonal Okinawan flavors
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The “Ie Island Brown Sugar and Okinawan Winter Delicacies Fair” will be held at The Orion Brasserie & Table, the buffet restaurant at オリオンホテル モトブ リゾート&スパ, from Nov. 16, 2026, to Feb. 15, 2027. The event will feature dishes and sweets made with brown sugar from Ie Island, as well as a brown sugar shaving experience.
Changing “We want to help, but can’t.” SINCEED株式会社 steps up its “Google Ad Grants implementation and management support” for nonprofit organizations
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SINCEED株式会社 launched a full-scale service in October 2026 to provide nonprofit organizations with end-to-end support for implementing, managing and improving Google Ad Grants.
Welcoming BGM House, a generative AI-powered music streaming service for businesses, into the group to create new value in commercial spaces
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株式会社星光空調, a member of the 株式会社セイコーホールディングス Group, has acquired BGM House, a generative AI-powered music streaming service for businesses, and will begin initiatives to create new value in commercial spaces.
Facts
From 990 yen per month (before tax)
7-day free trial available
Acquisition date: Sept. 30, 2026
Capital: 10 million yen
Companies mentioned:株式会社セイコーホールディングス、BGM House、株式会社CACTUS TOKYO、株式会社星光空調、SEIKO AC Corp.、JASRAC、SEIKO HOLDINGS INC.
キャリア教育支援NPO法人エンカレッジ will hold the CAREER THEATER online event for the Class of 2028 on Nov. 21, 2026. Companies from a range of industries, including JR西日本, 森ビル and バンダイ, will speak about job-hunting strategies and career development.
Facts
Students scheduled to graduate in 2028
To be held on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Approximately 100 universities across all 47 prefectures
By transforming the careers of 150,000 people across all 47 prefectures
Just talk about what you want to convey, and AI helps bring the video to completion — “Video Production Room” launches in the AI business OS HARVASK
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株式会社WOWN has added the “Video Production Room” video creation support feature to its AI business OS HARVASK. Users can work through the workflow—from planning and storyboard creation to filming and finishing—by interacting with AI. The company has also launched “Booking Links” and external MCP integrations, including freee and Gmail.
スリール株式会社 wins Miyagi Prefecture contract to plan and operate the “Reiwa 8 Osaki Kira☆ (Boshi) Women’s Empowerment Support Project”
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スリール株式会社 has been awarded the contract to plan and operate the “Reiwa 8 Osaki Kira☆ (Boshi) Women’s Empowerment Support Project,” run by Miyagi Prefecture. The project aims to promote women’s advancement and support young people’s career development in the Osaki region, and will include training sessions and the creation of an illustrated guide in collaboration with 一般社団法人ワカツク.
Facts
Public call scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 23, 2027, 14:00–15:30
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026, 15:00–17:00
“Reiwa 8 Osaki Kira☆ (Boshi) Women’s Empowerment Support Project”
Download version of “70年代風ロボットアニメ ゲッP-X” goes on sale at 30% off for the first time!
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株式会社Bliss Brain will hold the first-ever 30% off sale of the download version of “70年代風ロボットアニメ ゲッP-X,” starting Oct. 21, 2026. The sale is available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 and runs through Nov. 4.
Step into a world that feels like a scene from a movie. THE HOLIDAY SCENE CHRISTMAS MARKET opens in Shinjuku on Dec. 1, 2026!
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株式会社Tune up announced that THE HOLIDAY SCENE CHRISTMAS MARKET will be held on the rooftop of ルミネ新宿 from Dec. 1 to 25, 2026. The venue, themed around the world of cinema, will sell food, drinks and merchandise.
Keeping the 60-minute booking slot while extending the time before and after sessions from 15 minutes to 20 minutes: Tonari Pilates revises lesson scheduling
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トナリピラティス八尾店, a small-group machine Pilates studio, announced that from Oct. 1, 2026, it will retain its 60-minute booking slot while shortening lesson time from 45 minutes to 40 minutes and extending the time before and after each lesson from 15 minutes to 20 minutes for health checks and cleaning.
Facts
The time before and after sessions has increased from 15 minutes to 20 minutes
New clinic opening: 株式会社ヒューマンアジャスト opens 初芝駅前鍼灸接骨院 in Sakai, Osaka!
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株式会社ヒューマンアジャスト has opened 初芝駅前鍼灸接骨院 in Sakai, Osaka. Since entering Osaka in September 2024, the company has been expanding its locations across the Kansai region. The clinic is open until 22:00 on weekdays.
Facts
Since first entering Osaka in September 2024
In addition to being open until 22:00 on weekdays
Opened its 50th location in June 2024
Companies mentioned:株式会社ヒューマンアジャスト、株式会社 JIN、株式会社ヒューマンアジャスト plus
For educational institutions: Launch of “コレカラAIO,” a generative AI search optimization (LLMO) package to help schools be selected as “recommended schools” in AI searches
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株式会社ライフマップ has launched “コレカラAIO,” a generative AI search optimization (LLMO) package for universities, junior colleges and vocational schools. The service aims to increase schools’ visibility in AI search results and attract prospective students.
“Map-boya” gets a major update, providing end-to-end marketing support from MEO initiatives to customer data integration and visualization
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株式会社ワンエイティ has significantly updated its MEO and map solution tool “Map-boya,” adding new features such as AI-generated review replies and automatic search-ranking measurement. It has also integrated and visualized customer data by connecting the tool with its own platform, “DIGITALEYES.”
[Tokushima University] Curry ingredient curcumin reduces recurrence of precancerous colorectal lesions — randomized controlled trial conducted at 26 facilities nationwide with approximately 600 participants
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国立大学法人徳島大学 announced the results of a large-scale randomized controlled trial showing that highly absorbable curcumin “Theracurmin®” reduced the risk of colorectal adenoma (polyp) recurrence, particularly the development of large adenomas measuring 6mm or more, by approximately 44%.
[Opening October 22] Kansai-based private-room izakaya “Konare” opens its first location in Toyama! New restaurant offers aged beef and fish in a private setting
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株式会社コズミックダイナー will open a new location of its private-room izakaya “Private Rooms: Aged Meat and Seafood Konare Toyama Station Front” on October 22, 2026, marking its first expansion into Toyama Prefecture after primarily operating in Kansai.
Facts
Opening on Thursday, October 22, 2026
Five-variety aged beef platter 3,480 yen
Chef’s selection of five aged fish 780 yen
Aged fish with a simmered egg 580 yen
Aged beef grilled on a ceramic plate 1,280 yen and up
Aged roast beef 1,100 yen
Can accommodate up to 64 guests
Limited-time offer through Saturday, October 31, 2026
[Bonaparte Blue Kusanagi] Opening in early November — making the Kusanagi area even more fun this fall!
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Bonaparte Blue Kusanagi, a casual bar operated by 株式会社コズミックホールディングス, is scheduled to open in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture, in early November. It will serve highballs and sours for 198 yen each (article introduction) to 190 yen each (store information), as well as authentic French cuisine.
Sekisui House adopts “Chemican SDS Management,” moving away from labor-intensive SDS management toward a safety system aimed at creating “the world’s happiest construction sites”
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Sekisui House has adopted 株式会社ケミカン’s SDS management platform, “Chemican SDS Management,” to eliminate the burden of manually checking SDS documents and determining regulatory status, and to enhance its safety system.
Facts
Around 150 major SDS documents
A situation requiring more than 1 month
More than 50 current regulations in Japan and overseas
Manufacturing web media “Shakaika!” wins the “2026 Good Design Award” for its coverage of university students and manufacturing workplaces, and 12 years of operation
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Manufacturing web media “Shakaika!” has won the “2026 Good Design Award,” presented by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会. The media outlet, operated by 株式会社TAM and 株式会社しゃかいか, has been highly praised for reporting from workplaces alongside university students for more than 10 years since its launch in 2014, and for operating without seeking compensation.
株式会社VOST to exhibit at “Japan DX & AX Week Autumn,” one of Japan’s largest comprehensive DX and AX exhibitions
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株式会社VOST will exhibit at “Japan DX & AX Week Autumn,” to be held at Makuhari Messe starting October 21, 2026, showcasing services such as DX training and PoC development for the manufacturing and construction industries.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
October 23 (Fri)
“A36-52” in Hall 8
The number of client companies has surpassed 10,000
Launch of corporate information data service “Alarmbox Infopick” — continuously obtain information on administrative penalties, corporate litigation and changes to corporate registrations based on selected criteria
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アラームボックス株式会社 launched “Alarmbox Infopick,” a new data service that continuously collects information on administrative penalties, corporate litigation and changes to corporate registrations based on user-defined criteria, on October 21, 2026.
Facts
40.5% cite “believing an incorrect answer and using it in their work”
[Customer case study] [IT industry] Hiring results up 1.7 times: ベース株式会社, with a one-person HR team, cuts recruitment costs using AI scouting service “RecUp”
[New product] From FONDAN, a Tokyo-based specialty shop for melt-in-your-mouth sweets, comes “Fondant Chocolate Sandwich,” a new winter treat featuring rich raw chocolate wrapped in fragrant langue de chat
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Tokyo-based confectionery specialty shop FONDAN will launch its new product, the Fondant Chocolate Sandwich, at 大丸東京店 on Nov. 1, 2026. The winter-limited treat wraps rich nama chocolate in crisp langue de chat cookies.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
6-piece pack ¥2,160
Available for a limited time from November through mid-February of the following year
Kyushu's 2026 attractiveness rankings: Miyazaki Prefecture makes a major leap, while Nagasaki Prefecture closes in on Fukuoka Prefecture! (Based on the 2026 Regional Brand Survey)
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An analysis of the attractiveness rankings for Kyushu's 7 prefectures in the 2026 Regional Brand Survey. Fukuoka Prefecture ranked first at 7th nationwide, Nagasaki Prefecture rose to 8th, and Miyazaki Prefecture made significant gains, while Saga Prefecture ranked last.
Facts
It ranked 7th nationwide.
Its nationwide ranking also rose to 8th.
It ranked 16th nationwide
Original累計売上高は1兆5000億円にも達している
Miyazaki Prefecture made a major leap in the rankings, reaching 24th place.
AironWorks to hold special lecture, “Cybersecurity × AI,” in Tokyo's Kyobashi district on Nov. 4 — Speakers include 平 将明, who served as the inaugural minister in charge of cybersecurity policy
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AironWorks株式会社 will hold a special lecture, “Cybersecurity × AI,” in Tokyo's Kyobashi district on Nov. 4, 2026. 平将明 and others will speak and discuss policy, research and psychology related to AI and cybersecurity.
Celebrate the anniversary of the world's most-played MOBA, 『Honor of Kings(オナー・オブ・キングス)』, with new hero “イージス,” who protects allies, and in-game rewards!
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『Honor of Kings』 will launch its anniversary event on Oct. 21. The event will introduce the new hero “イージス,” offer limited-edition collaboration skins and voice packs, and bring back new skins from the “LIMBO” series.
Facts
13,888 Stellar
588 vouchers
50% off
294 vouchers
Built in 1056
400–2,000 Glory Points
2,000 Glory Points
400 Glory Points
It has surpassed 260 million people.
Companies mentioned:Proxima Beta Pte. Ltd.、TiMi Studio Group、Tencent、Level Infinite、Funcom
A new extendable hanger that adjusts to 4 lengths and makes it easy to hang wide laundry: the Bath Mat and Bath Towel Hanger!
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アイメディア株式会社 has been selling its extendable Bath Mat and Bath Towel Hanger, which extends to a maximum width of 63 cm, since October 2026. It is priced at 770 yen, tax included.
The 10th cohort of “side project with MUIC” gets underway, matching large companies and startups within the Fukuoka region
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Original株式会社ローンディールは、一般社団法人関西イノベーションセンターと連携し、「side project with MUIC」第10期を2026年9月に開始する。本プログラムは、大企業人材が週1〜2日程度スタートアップに参画する越境研修であり、今回は福岡エリアでの地域内マッチングを実現した。第10期には関西・九州から大企業3社、スタートアップ5社の計8社が参画する。
Facts
10th cohort
Starting September 2026
Around 1–2 days a week
Approximately 20% of working hours
8 companies from Kansai and Kyushu participating
3 large companies
5 startups
More than 1,300 cross-organizational experiences to date
内閣府 男女共同参画局 visited 株式会社リーピー, a company recognized for its efforts to promote women's advancement. They exchanged views on flexible work arrangements, AI use and talent strategies at regional companies.
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内閣府男女共同参画局 visited 株式会社リーピー and exchanged views on promoting women's advancement, flexible work arrangements, AI use and talent strategies.
群馬大学医学部附属病院 streamlines medical document preparation with generative AI, reducing doctors' workload and creating “more time to focus on patients”
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TXP Medical株式会社 has introduced its “NSDA” medical documentation support system, powered by generative AI, at 群馬大学医学部附属病院. The system is expected to reduce the burden of doctors' document preparation work and create more time for patient care.
キンドリル supports the renewal of ニッセイ情報テクノロジー's mission-critical digital workplace platform
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キンドリルジャパン has supported the renewal of ニッセイ情報テクノロジー's mission-critical digital workplace platform, which serves approximately 7,600 employees, and has launched production operations for a cloud-based platform centered on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
SOKUDAN representative Tane to speak at Hiroshima Prefecture's generative AI session, “Where Can Generative AI Actually Be Used?”
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CAMELORS株式会社 announced that it will speak at the 2nd “Generative AI Use Case Sharing Session,” hosted by Hiroshima Prefecture, on Oct. 30, 2026, with CEO Yasuyuki Tane giving a presentation.
カミナシ announces new vision for frontline operations, “Frontline Operations Hub,” and raises approximately 2.21 billion yen in Series C funding to realize it
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株式会社カミナシ announced its “Frontline Operations Hub” vision, which uses frontline data and AI, and raised approximately 2.21 billion yen in a Series C round to realize it.
Facts
Approximately 2.21 billion yen
Cumulative equity funding totals approximately 6.1 billion yen
Approximately 70% of new orders
Approximately half of monthly recurring revenue (MRR)
カミナシ refreshes its corporate identity, unveiling new corporate and service taglines and logos
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株式会社カミナシ has refreshed its corporate identity (CI) in line with the evolution of its business strategy, the “Frontline Operations Hub” vision, and established new taglines and logos.
Facts
Since the launch of the “カミナシ Report” in 2020
In March 2023, it announced its “Comprehensive On-Site DX Vision”
6 years since the service launched
Raises approximately 2.21 billion yen in Series C funding
From production records on the factory floor to data-driven factory management: Launch of “カミナシ 生産実績”
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株式会社カミナシ began offering “カミナシ 生産実績,” a new product that digitizes production records on the factory floor and enables data-driven management, on November 1, 2026.
Facts
Available starting Nov. 1, 2026
Uses approximately 1,000 sheets of A4 paper per month
Aims to roll it out across all 30 production lines
67.3% of warm innerwear users experience “itchy or dry skin” | Survey on heat-generating, moisture-absorbing fabrics identifies 5 ways to prevent skin problems
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A survey by アイシークリニック found that 67.3% of people who regularly wear heat-generating, moisture-absorbing innerwear experience itchy or dry skin, and that switching to natural-fiber innerwear or pairing it with 100% cotton innerwear can help address the problem.
Facts
67.3% of people who regularly wear warm innerwear
82.7% of people who experienced skin problems with heat-generating, moisture-absorbing fabrics
78.4% after switching to natural-fiber innerwear
“Itching all over the body” was the most common complaint, at 42.6%
株式会社プレイド will provide タワーレコード株式会社’s タワーレコード オンライン with its “KARTE” CX platform series and “PLAID ALPHA” professional services, supporting an enhanced omnichannel customer experience and personalized communications.
AlphaDrive REGION to hold online seminar on November 17: “What It Takes to Create Businesses in Local Communities,” featuring its Tokai and Hokkaido office heads
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株式会社アルファドライブ’s regional co-creation division, AlphaDrive REGION, will hold an online seminar, “What It Takes to Create Businesses in Local Communities,” on November 17, 2026. Doi, head of the Tokai office, and Furukawa, head of the Hokkaido office, will speak and share their experiences creating new businesses in regional communities.
\A first in 資さんうどん history/ New limited-time “Napolitan Udon” launches Thursday, Oct. 22! Available at select locations only
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株式会社資さん will offer its first-ever new menu item, “Napolitan Udon,” for a limited time at 25 locations in the Kansai and Kanto regions starting October 22.
Study-abroad support service “Mirai Bridge” to hold November online roundtables where participants can speak 1-on-1 with current students at universities in Sydney!
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TMR GLOBAL GROUP PTY LTD, a group company of ラグザス株式会社, will hold free online roundtables through its study-abroad support service “Mirai Bridge,” giving participants the chance to speak 1-on-1 with current students at universities in Sydney. The events will take place on 5 dates in November 2027.
Facts
Monday, November 2, 2027
30th (Mon.)
5 dates in total
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Original1日最大3名まで
Companies mentioned:ラグザス株式会社、TMR GLOBAL GROUP PTY LTD、Mirai Bridge
TOKIUM releases video on “ミライ経理” about how accounting teams manage the busy period at the beginning and end of each month
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株式会社TOKIUM has released a video on its YouTube channel “ミライ経理” about accounting operations during the busy period at the beginning and end of each month. The video introduces “ピンポイント月次派遣,” a service from its group company TOKIUMスタッフィング.
Hear the real story from a Yokkaichi business leader: A must-watch for sake lovers, with an exclusive look at “sake and work” | Regional Work “Real Talk” Salon #14: Yokkaichi City
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株式会社フューチャーリンクネットワーク will hold the online event “Regional Work ‘Real Talk’ Salon #14: Yokkaichi City” on November 4, 2026. Daichi Fujiwara, president and representative director of 丸彦酒造, will speak about Yokkaichi’s industries and sake brewing.
【紀ノ国屋 調進所】8 new products, including jams and syrups, join the “ALL Japanese” series celebrating the flavors of domestically sourced ingredients!
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株式会社紀ノ國屋 will launch 8 products from its “ALL国産” series, made with a focus on domestically sourced ingredients: 5 varieties of jam, 2 syrups and 1 juice. Sales begin October 21, 2026.
【相模原市】The 30th-anniversary Koshu Kaido Obara-juku Honjin Festival will be held at the only surviving honjin in Kanagawa Prefecture!
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相模原市 will hold the “30th-anniversary Koshu Kaido Obara-juku Honjin Festival” on November 3, Reiwa 8, at Obara-juku Honjin, the only surviving honjin in Kanagawa Prefecture. The festival, which showcases Edo-period history and culture, features a variety of programs, including a daimyo procession and taiko performances.
【Starting October 23】H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス to hold special auction supporting children’s futures!
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スポチュニティ株式会社 announced that H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス will hold a special auction starting October 23, 2026, with proceeds going toward its U16 and U18 development programs.
【October 22 is International Stuttering Awareness Day】Fostering the desire to “share” and “take on challenges,” even with a stutter: Speech-language pathologist offers free booklet
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Speech-language pathologist Tsukiko Ozawa, who works with the Nicotto Project at 株式会社パステルコミュニケーション, will distribute a free digital booklet around October 22, International Stuttering Awareness Day. It introduces ways parents can support children with stuttering or developmental differences at home.
Fender announces “Fender Studio Pro 8.2,” with enhanced mixing features and music production tools
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フェンダー ミュージカル インストゥルメンツ コーポレーション announced the latest update, Fender Studio Pro 8.2, for its music production software Fender Studio. The update adds new features, including expanded mixing capabilities and workflow improvements. The suggested retail price for a perpetual license is 29,800 yen, including tax.
Family Special! “Year-End and New Year Family Plan” Now on Sale, Using 東京九州フェリー
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東京九州フェリー has launched its “Year-End and New Year Family Plan” for winter holidays and visits home. The plan offers one-way ferry tickets with perks including multi-use coupons, taxi tickets, and free Wi-Fi passes for families consisting of 2 adults and 1 elementary school student.
Nike Strength to Open Its First Pop-Up Store in the Tokai Region Starting 10/22 (Thu)
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株式会社MTG will host Nike Strength’s first pop-up store in the Tokai region at “SPORTS QUEST” on the 4th floor of LACHIC starting October 22, with a preview sale of its apparel line and a running event.
Facts
Period: October 22, 2026 (Thu)–planned through the end of April 2027
A store-hosted running event will be held on October 24 (Sat)
Creativity, concentration, and happiness: “time alone” can change your life! A leading researcher with 30 years of experience studying loneliness offers an in-depth explanation in “The Amazing Power of Time Alone, Proven by the Latest Science,” now on sale! An interview with the author during a visit to Japan is available on Web河出.
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河出書房新社 published Robert Coplan’s “The Amazing Power of Time Alone, Proven by the Latest Science” on September 18, 2026, and published an interview with the author during his visit to Japan on Web河出.
September 2026 Part-Time Hourly Wage Survey: National Average Hourly Wage Is 1,355 Yen
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ディップ株式会社 announced that the average hourly wage for part-time jobs nationwide was 1,355 yen in September 2026. There were approximately 444,000 job listings, up 26.3% year on year.
“Self-Defense Forces Car of the Year 2026,” Chosen by an Automotive Journalist, a Former Race Queen, and a Military Vehicle Collector
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An announcement for the December 2026 issue of MAMOR magazine, featuring the results of “Self-Defense Forces Car of the Year 2026,” chosen by an automotive journalist, a former race queen, and a military vehicle collector, as well as an introduction to the new Ground and Maritime Self-Defense Forces unit, the Self-Defense Forces Maritime Transport Group.
[Live-streamed via Zoom] Seminar on “Current State of Research and Development in Regenerative Medicine and Scaffold Materials Worldwide” to Be Held on Friday, December 4. Hosted by (株)シーエムシー・リサーチ
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(株)シーエムシー・リサーチ will hold a live-streamed seminar on the current state of research and development in regenerative medicine and scaffold materials on December 4, 2026, with Dr. Chen Guoping of 物質・材料研究機構 as the speaker.
Facts
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
13:30~16:30
General: 44,000 yen (tax included)
Newsletter members: 39,600 yen (tax included)
Academic: 26,400 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned:株式会社シーエムシー・リサーチ、(株)シーエムシー・リサーチ、物質・材料研究機構、産業技術総合研究所、筑波大学大学院、日本バイオマテリアル学会、JSPS、日本再生医療学会、TERMIS-AP、英国王立化学会、American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering(AIMBE)、国際バイオマテリアル学会連合
It’s OK to cry or move around: a live parent-and-child concert in Kawanishi City that children can enjoy from age 0
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Tickets are now on sale through カンフェティ, the concert ticket sales website operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社, for “My First Orchestra from Age 0: Winter Concert,” to be held at Kawanishi City Mitsunaka Hall on November 14, 2026.
Chihiro Kondo: “They think I’m a demon”; vents about husband and ジャングルポケット member Ota saying “Mom’s coming!”; “I want to be told, ‘Mom’s amazing’”—Chihiro Kondo says “That’s absolutely not good!” about one of Ami Suzuki’s actions | “Uraaka Uraraka” Episode 3
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On Episode 3 of ABEMA’s talk variety show “Uraaka Uraraka,” broadcast on October 17, 2026, Chihiro Kondo complained about how her husband, Hirohisa Ota, responds to their children’s requests and his saying “Don’t tell Mom,” revealing, “They think I’m a demon.” Kondo also criticized Ami Suzuki’s habit of buying her children gifts without worrying about the price because she wants them to say, “Mom’s amazing,” exclaiming, “That’s absolutely not good!”
Top contenders who can decipher fate clash for the grand prize! Production announced for a survival reality show featuring “fortune-tellers” and “psychics.” Applications for contestant auditions open Wednesday, October 21!
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Yoshimoto Kogyo has announced production of a survival reality show in which fortune-tellers and psychics compete for the grand prize, and began accepting applications for contestant auditions on October 21.
A webinar will be held on the theme “Why doesn’t a production management system take hold on the factory floor, even after it is overhauled?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar for the manufacturing industry on production management system overhauls and BPR. Hosted by Hitachi Solutions Create and supported by CC Innovation, it will present case studies on the use of the TPiCS system.
Even people you know well have work you don’t yet know about. A free illustrated guide to rethinking dialogue and support, based on practical reviews by sales leaders at manufacturers
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リクエスト株式会社 has made freely available “Even People You Know Well Have Work You Don’t Yet Know About,” an illustrated guide to supporting dialogue based on practical reports from 10 sales leaders at manufacturers.
Facts
Data on 338,000 working people at 980 companies
The document is 12 pages in A4 landscape format
Practical reports from 10 sales leaders at manufacturers
[A must-read for data utilization promotion leaders] A free release of “3 white papers on building organizations and governance to embed data utilization,” packed with practical know-how for making it stick in the workplace rather than stopping at simply introducing tools
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株式会社パタンナー has made a set of 3 white papers free to download, packed with practical know-how on embedding data utilization in the workplace and building governance.
An early-winter festival in Mariko, Shizuoka City! Bon dancing, craft experiences, food stalls, theater, and Mariko’s traditional “Fox Wedding” event. “Takumishuku Early-Winter Bon Dance” to be held on Nov. 14 (Sat). | Shizuoka City・Takumishuku
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駿府の工房 匠宿, a traditional craft experience facility in Mariko, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City, operated by 株式会社創造舎, will hold “Takumishuku Early-Winter Bon Dance” on Nov. 14, 2026. Visitors can enjoy bon dancing, craft experiences, and food stalls during the day, while the traditional “Fox Wedding” event, organized by the NPO Mariko Community Development Council, will take place at night.
About 9000 students suspected of having special education needs; Education Ministry encourages assessments and strengthens support for parents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Deputy Education Minister 張廖萬堅 told the 立法院 that about 9000 students across all education levels nationwide are suspected of having special education needs. 教育部 will continue to encourage assessments and strengthen support for parents to address issues with applying for resources and promoting inclusive education.
GCTF Joint Committee meeting held; next year’s focus to include maritime resilience and AI
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the representative offices in Taiwan of the US, Japan, Australia, Canada and the UK held a GCTF Joint Committee meeting. Domestic events next year will focus on maritime resilience, a global disaster prevention network, supply chains and artificial intelligence.
Tax bureau: Those unable to pay estate tax in 1 lump sum can apply to pay in up to 18 installments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
財政部南區國稅局 said the Estate and Gift Tax Act has been amended to remove the NT$300,000 threshold for installment payments. Taxpayers unable to pay the full amount in cash can apply to pay in up to 18 installments, with interest.
Man indicted on intimidation charges after online post urging others to use drugs and kill president
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Ho was indicted by 北檢 on charges including intimidation of the public after posting on Threads urging others to use drugs and then kill President 賴清德. Prosecutors sought a sentence of at least 6 months.
Facts
Suspect believed to have used zombie vape before killing and arson attack on the 11th
An incident occurred in Bade District, Taoyuan City, on Oct. 11
At a residence in Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, at noon on Oct. 13
Prosecutors directed 台北市警察局刑警大隊 to conduct a search on the 19th
Prosecutors also sought a sentence of at least 6 months
Longtan expects traffic surge over Retrocession Day long weekend; police announce peak expressway hours and alternate routes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
桃園市警察局龍潭分局 has planned traffic control measures for the Retrocession Day long weekend, announcing peak hours on the Longtan section of National Freeway 3 and several alternate routes, and advising the public to plan ahead to avoid congestion.
Facts
The Retrocession Day long weekend runs from the 24th to the 26th
4 alternate routes
Tolls on national freeways are suspended every day from 0 to 5 a.m.
Pingtung grocery store owner attacked by group in street; 2 suspects detained and barred from visits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Pingtung District Prosecutors Office is investigating repeated attacks on a grocery store owner. In the latest incident, 4 people beat the owner in the street on Double Tenth Day. A court ordered the detention of a man surnamed Liang and a man surnamed Fu without visits, while 2 men surnamed Lee were released on bail.
Taiwan and Kansas sign trade and economic cooperation MOU; deputy governor says partnership is more resilient
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan and Kansas recently signed an MOU on trade and economic cooperation, agreeing to deepen collaboration in fields including aerospace and biomedicine. Kansas Lieutenant Governor 陶然 said the move marks the start of a more resilient partnership.
Diesel and fertilizer prices surge; Trump announces $8 billion in farm aid
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US President Donald Trump announced an $8 billion farm relief package to cushion farmers from the impact of surging diesel and fertilizer prices caused by the US-Iran war. The move aims to win votes in agricultural states in the midterm elections.
SpaceX and 特斯拉 assess merger; combined valuation could exceed $3 trillion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Elon Musk said a merger between SpaceX and 特斯拉 was “a good idea,” and the companies have formed special committees to assess it. If completed, the combined company would be valued at more than $3 trillion, making it the largest merger in history.
Facts
Potential market value of more than $3 trillion
SpaceX valued at about $2 trillion
特斯拉 is valued at nearly $1.5 trillion
The final investment in related facilities could reach as much as $119 billion
特斯拉 shares rose about 1.5% after hours
SpaceX surged 7.5% after hours on strong earnings
Company’s third-quarter revenue grew more than twofold year on year
Company’s third-quarter revenue rose 161% year on year
Reached $14.6 billion
$5.6 billion in the same period last year
The $12.9 billion forecast by market analysts
Net profit reached $4.4 billion
About $2 billion expected by Wall Street
A loss of $1.1 billion
AI-related revenue from $813 million in the same period last year