# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-21 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1031 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 133 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:18:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000183017.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388580-en.html
- anchor: #n3487512
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社紬、ピアレスウルフ

株式会社紬が運営するつくばのキックボクシングスタジオ「ピアレスウルフ」の会員が、2026年10月に開催された2つのアマチュア大会で3戦3勝を収めた。設立から3年で初心者から試合出場者まで幅広くサポートしている。

Facts:
- 3 straight wins
- Established 3 years ago
- 2 amateur tournaments
- About 90%

## We participated in Bousai Kokutai 2026 in Tottori!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:18:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000088950.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388574-en.html
- anchor: #n3487511
- Companies mentioned: 帝国機材株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Disaster Prevention National Forum 2026
- Oct. 18
- 1 faculty member
- 1 librarian

## ＼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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:13:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000342.000009540.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388252-en.html
- anchor: #n3487332
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ランクアップ、マナラ

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 2026
- 30 mL
- 2,475 yen (tax included)
- 10 million yen
- 113 people
- 14.4 billion

## アンリツ’s Jonathan Borrill appointed Official Spokesperson of IOWN Global Forum

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:12:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000109169.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388253-en.html
- anchor: #n3487333
- Companies mentioned: アンリツ株式会社、アンリツ、IOWN Global Forum、英国国防省、英国工学技術学会

Jonathan Borrill of アンリツ株式会社 has been appointed Official Spokesperson of IOWN Global Forum.

Facts:
- More than 170 leading companies and organizations worldwide
- Active for more than 30 years

## RIDERNAV launches fall touring support campaign: 28% off all products at its official store through October 25

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193052.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388265-en.html
- anchor: #n3487342
- Companies mentioned: RIDERNAV、特爾法有限公司、Apple、Android、DJI、Insta360、GoPro、BMW、ESPRESSO RIDER / エスプレ、Amazon

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.

Facts:
- 28% off all products
- Starting Oct. 19, 2026 (Mon.)
- Through Sunday, October 25
- 24-month product warranty
- Amazon gift card worth 2,000 yen
- 7-inch smart display
- 1,200-nit high-brightness screen
- IP69K dustproof and waterproof design
- Beam performance: 22,000 lumens
- Beam distance of more than 200 m
- The video received approximately 80,000 views
- Cumulative sales surpassed 20,000 units
- Received approximately 10 million views in total

## Medical shelter model makes a striking debut in Japan’s northern reaches.

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000186331.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388264-en.html
- anchor: #n3487341
- Companies mentioned: NTN株式会社、有限会社パルチザン、株式会社テックファミリー

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
- Approximately 250 visitors
- 11 roadside stations
- 9 blocks across Japan
- 150 kilometers from north to south

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000175627.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388263-en.html
- anchor: #n3487340
- Companies mentioned: あなたのAI顧問株式会社、セガサミー、SEGA SAMMY LUX、住友不動産大崎ガーデンタワー

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.”

Facts:
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 19:00〜21:00

## Popular Hokkaido-born bakery opens in Soshigaya-Okura! “ペンギンベーカリー祖師ヶ谷大蔵店” to open on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000102430.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388262-en.html
- anchor: #n3487339
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペンギン、ペンギンベーカリー、ペンギンベーカリー祖師ヶ谷大蔵店

株式会社ペンギン announced that it will open a new location of its Hokkaido-born bakery chain, “ペンギンベーカリー祖師ヶ谷大蔵店,” in Setagaya, Tokyo, on October 28, 2026.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
- Approximately 70 varieties
- 390 yen, tax included
- 760 yen, including tax
- 330 yen including tax
- ¥490 including tax
- 2 minutes on foot

## “manebi e-Learning” wins top prize in the e-learning system (LMS) category at the “PRO of the DX Award 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000028888.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388260-en.html
- anchor: #n3487338
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社manebi、PRONI株式会社

“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.

Facts:
- Across 28 categories
- A total of 84 services
- 2,100 courses
- More than 10,000 videos
- More than 9,200 companies

## 【27卒就活】株式会社いーふらん、2027年新卒採用・令和8年度内定式を開催｜高級ホテルでのランチビュッフェ＆ポルシェやベンツでのみなとみらいドライブなど独自のイベントを実施。

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000442.000080252.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388258-en.html
- anchor: #n3487337
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いーふらん

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.

Facts:
- 27卒内定者代表の10名
- Approximately 4-5 days a week
- Average age of 29
- Women account for approximately 29%
- Socialized with 140–150 employees
- 5 large sightseeing buses owned by the company
- Transition to a holding company in 2 years
- 10兆円企業を目指す

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000451.000030085.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388257-en.html
- anchor: #n3487336
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船橋屋、亀戸天神社

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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000489.000066095.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388255-en.html
- anchor: #n3487335
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社しまむら、ファッションセンターしまむら、ベビー・子供用品バースデイ、バースデイ、ららぽーと立川立飛

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 28 (Wednesday)
- November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday)
- November 4 (Wednesday)
- November 8 (Sunday)
- Wednesday, October 28, 2026–Sunday, November 8
- 10:00～20:00
- 21:00
- 048-631-2111

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000490.000066095.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388254-en.html
- anchor: #n3487334
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社しまむら、しまむらグループ、ロビンソン・ライフスタイル・スワンナプーム、SHIMA Park、しまむら、アベイル、バースデイ、Lazada、Shopee、TikTok Shop

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
- Wednesday, January 20, 2027

## 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.

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:07:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000187561.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388266-en.html
- anchor: #n3487343
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Shake、HRShaker、Indeed、Airワーク採用管理、Glic株式会社

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
- 5,578 job postings
- Of these, 1,116 were part-time job postings
- Data period: May 2025–August 2026

## How about giving your job posting a health check?—Free checklist released to identify the causes of poor performance

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:07:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000187561.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388268-en.html
- anchor: #n3487344
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Shake、HRShaker、Indeed、Airワーク採用管理、Glic株式会社

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
- 5,578 job postings
- 6,090,817 job listing views

## 【LIMNO】A “Melody BOX” has been installed at the Inaba Manyo Historical Museum in Tottori City

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:06:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000132934.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388271-en.html
- anchor: #n3487345
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LIMNO、鳥取三洋電機、三洋テクノソリューションズ鳥取、株式会社MM総研

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.

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of opening
- June 2025
- Tenpyō Hōji 3 (759)
- 2026/10/18
- January 2023
- Ranked No. 4 in domestic market share

## Accelerating growth in the auto parts business through the roll-up M&A strategy promoted by our group

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:05:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000033982.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388273-en.html
- anchor: #n3487346
- Companies mentioned: セレンディップ・ホールディングス株式会社、セレンディップ・オートモーティブ株式会社、三井屋工業株式会社、エクセル株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 20, 2026
- November 18, 2025
- April 1, 2027
- December 25, 2026
- 4-division structure

## Official launch of “IPPO for Foreign Employers,” integrating Japanese-language learning with preparation for specified skilled worker assessments

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:01:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000087540.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388274-en.html
- anchor: #n3487347
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GLOBAL ASTRA、株式会社あきた創生マネジメント、株式会社うさぎ薬局、株式会社グロップ、エース・グローバル・サービス株式会社、協同組合あかり

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:
- 1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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001694.000008962.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388276-en.html
- anchor: #n3487348
- Companies mentioned: マネーフォワードエックス株式会社、株式会社南都銀行、株式会社オリエントコーポレーション

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.

Facts:
- Service launch planned for fall 2027
- Agreement reached in March 2026

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000109135.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388278-en.html
- anchor: #n3487349
- Companies mentioned: インターアクト株式会社、IWI、スワロフスキー、アワガミファクトリー、IF

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.

Facts:
- Just 15 sets in each color
- Only 30 sets in total
- Suggested retail price: ¥3,500 each
- With a history spanning more than 1300 years
- A 0.7 mm tungsten carbide ball

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000182609.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388279-en.html
- anchor: #n3487350
- Companies mentioned: 和歌山県、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR西日本

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.

Facts:
- A total of 65 winners
- 10,000 WESTER points
- 10 winners
- 15 winners
- 40 people

## Sun-M System launches free diagnostic tool that assesses compliance with the SCS Evaluation System in 5 minutes

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000191641.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388405-en.html
- anchor: #n3487415
- Companies mentioned: サン・エム・システム株式会社、経済産業省、内閣官房国家サイバー統括室

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
- Since our company was established in 1997

## AI Rich Studio launches its “AI Champion Development Program” to build organizations that continuously improve business operations

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000190124.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388403-en.html
- anchor: #n3487414
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AI Rich Studio、AI Rich Studio、Seven Rich

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.

Facts:
- 3 months
- Oct. 21, 2026
- 1社3名から
- August 18, 2025

## A bespoke tour offering an immersive experience of manga culture launches in Toshima, a manga mecca: “Manga Immersion at Tokiwaso”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000169062.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388397-en.html
- anchor: #n3487413
- Companies mentioned: マスケット合同会社、レインボーバード合同会社、株式会社RoundTable、講談社、日本文芸社、ゴルフダイジェスト社、フジテレビ系列、日本テレビ系

“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
- Opened in July 2020
- Duration: approximately 2–4 hours
- 販売価格：1組350,000円～（税別）

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000188466.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388390-en.html
- anchor: #n3487412
- Companies mentioned: まなび哲楽株式会社、株式会社サマデイ、アイ・シー・ネット株式会社

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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000153302.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388385-en.html
- anchor: #n3487411
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Taiki Cosmic Glen Distillery、Bar BenFiddich

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.

Facts:
- 1杯につき30mL以上
- Within 400 characters
- Up to 5 secondary ingredients
- Up to 2 homemade ingredients
- Capacity / alcohol content: 700mL
- Volume / alcohol content: 700mL / 47%
- Price: 3,850 yen (tax included)

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000167546.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388348-en.html
- anchor: #n3487410
- Companies mentioned: オリオンホテル株式会社、オリオンホテル モトブ リゾート＆スパ、オリオンビール

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.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- Monday, February 15, 2027
- Adults: 4,000 yen
- Adults: 7,500 yen
- Adults ¥8,000
- Guest rooms (238 rooms)

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000133889.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388335-en.html
- anchor: #n3487409
- Companies mentioned: SINCEED株式会社、Google

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.

Facts:
- Up to US$10,000 per month
- Approximately ¥1.6 million equivalent
- US$1 = 158 yen
- April 2026
- June 28, 2026
- October 2026

## Welcoming BGM House, a generative AI-powered music streaming service for businesses, into the group to create new value in commercial spaces

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000180562.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388323-en.html
- anchor: #n3487408
- 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.

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

## キャリア教育支援のエンカレッジ、28卒向け大型オンラインイベント「CAREER THEATER」を11月21日に開催 JR西日本、森ビル、バンダイなどが登壇

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000085233.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388321-en.html
- anchor: #n3487407
- Companies mentioned: キャリア教育支援NPO法人エンカレッジ、en-courage、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR西日本、森ビル株式会社、森ビル、株式会社バンダイ、バンダイ、レバレジーズ株式会社、アビームコンサルティング株式会社、株式会社トライグループ、パーソルキャリア株式会社、株式会社ADKホールディングス、エイチ・オー・アイ・コンサルティング株式会社

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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000107912.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388361-en.html
- anchor: #n3487406
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOWN、freee、Google、Gmail、Googleカレンダー、Google Meet

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.

Facts:
- Established: June 1, 2022
- Aspect ratios (16:9 landscape / 9:16 portrait)

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000093225.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388353-en.html
- anchor: #n3487405
- Companies mentioned: スリール株式会社、一般社団法人ワカツク

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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000123106.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388324-en.html
- anchor: #n3487404
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Bliss Brain、AROMA CO.LTD.、AOSHIMA BUNKA KYOZAI Co., Ltd.

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.

Facts:
- 30% OFF
- Approximately 8,000 copies
- 4-CD-ROM set
- 4,400 yen (tax included)
- 8,580 yen (tax included)

## Step into a world that feels like a scene from a movie. THE HOLIDAY SCENE CHRISTMAS MARKET opens in Shinjuku on Dec. 1, 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000047403.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388340-en.html
- anchor: #n3487403
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Tune up、ルミネ新宿

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.

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
- Until Friday, Dec. 25
- Seated: 116 seats
- Standing: 80 seats

## 27卒外国人留学生の就活意識調査「選考過程における企業の印象変化」

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000059773.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388430-en.html
- anchor: #n3487402
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ASIA Link、リクルートマネジメントソリューションズ、Talent Board、マイナビ

株式会社ASIA Linkが実施した27卒外国人留学生の就活意識調査によると、約8割の学生が選考過程で企業の印象を変えた経験があり、好印象要因は丁寧な対応と明確な説明、悪印象要因は硬い社風や外国人社員の活躍事例の不足であった。

Facts:
- 約８割の留学生が、選考途中で企業の印象が変わった経験がある
- “My impression improved” (41%)
- “My impression both improved and worsened” (36%)
- International students whose impression improved (77%)
- International students whose impression worsened (40%)
- Valid responses: 75 people

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000157192.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388423-en.html
- anchor: #n3487401
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフェクトプロ、トナリピラティス八尾店、厚生労働省

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
- 1レッスンの時間を45分から40分にしました
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Small groups of up to 5 people

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000149692.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388416-en.html
- anchor: #n3487400
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000059889.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388386-en.html
- anchor: #n3487399
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライフマップ、Ahrefs社、Google、ChatGPT

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.

Facts:
- 20.5% of all search results
- Down by up to 58%
- Decreased to approximately 3分の1
- Significant improvement of more than 60% at most
- Approximately 128,000 clicks per year
- Approximately 5.4 million impressions
- More than 80% of traffic
- Average visit duration of 10–15 minutes
- Explore 11–16 pages in depth

## “Map-boya” gets a major update, providing end-to-end marketing support from MEO initiatives to customer data integration and visualization

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000101396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388380-en.html
- anchor: #n3487398
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワンエイティ、Google、DIGITALEYES

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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000169076.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388378-en.html
- anchor: #n3487397
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人徳島大学、農林水産省、国立がん研究センター、京都府立医科大学、メディカルリサーチサポート、セラバリューズ株式会社

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%.

Facts:
- 26 facilities nationwide
- Approximately 600 people
- 2 years
- Down approximately 44%
- 6mm or larger
- 13.3% in the placebo group
- 7.5% in the curcumin group
- Relative risk 0.56
- 6 or more adenomas
- 4 or more adenomas
- Risk ratio 0.40

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000033002.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388377-en.html
- anchor: #n3487396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コズミックホールディングス、株式会社コズミックダイナー

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
- An additional 1,000 yen off the listed price
- Total seating capacity: 100 seats

## [Bonaparte Blue Kusanagi] Opening in early November — making the Kusanagi area even more fun this fall!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000033002.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388375-en.html
- anchor: #n3487395
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コズミックホールディングス

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.

Facts:
- Early November
- 1-minute walk
- 198 yen each
- 17:00
- 24:00
- 190 yen each

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000024863.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388373-en.html
- anchor: #n3487394
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ケミカン、積水ハウス株式会社

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
- Approximately 80% of shipped materials
- Capital: 350 million yen

## [Latest AI search survey] Queue株式会社 conducts cross-industry analysis of corporate status reports based on 31,588 AI searches

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000147944.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388371-en.html
- anchor: #n3487393
- Companies mentioned: Queue株式会社

Queue株式会社は、AI検索最適化サービス「umoren.ai」を用いた31,588個のAI検索データに基づく企業の現状分析レポートを発表。BtoBとBtoCともに検索発火率は86%台で高いが、名称言及率はBtoBで9%、BtoCで26%にとどまり、ドメイン引用と名称言別を分けて評価する必要性を示した。

Facts:
- 86.9％
- 26.0％
- 87.8％
- 86.3％
- 26.9％
- 10.8％
- 9.2％
- 0.9％
- 9％
- 26％

## Manufacturing web media “Shakaika!” wins the “2026 Good Design Award” for its coverage of university students and manufacturing workplaces, and 12 years of operation

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000056207.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388366-en.html
- anchor: #n3487392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 TAM、株式会社しゃかいか、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

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.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Launched in 2014
- The 70th since its founding

## 株式会社VOST to exhibit at “Japan DX & AX Week Autumn,” one of Japan’s largest comprehensive DX and AX exhibitions

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000068353.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388362-en.html
- anchor: #n3487391
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VOST、RX Japan合同会社

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
- Subsidies of up to 75%
- Paid (5,500 yen, tax included)

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000024095.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388358-en.html
- anchor: #n3487390
- Companies mentioned: アラームボックス株式会社、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、IPA

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”
- Launch date: October 21, 2026
- Monthly fee: 50,000 yen and up (excluding tax)
- Up to 10,000 companies can be registered
- Capital: 340,200 thousand yen

## [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”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000061059.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388355-en.html
- anchor: #n3487389
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Delight、ベース株式会社

株式会社Delightは、ベース株式会社がAIスカウトサービス「RecUp」を導入した事例を発表。人事1人体制でも採用成果が1.7倍に増え、エージェント依存からDR単体での採用比率を2〜3割まで引き上げた。

Facts:
- Effectively 1 person
- 80% of all hiring
- Increased to 1.5–1.7 times
- Hired 17 people last year
- 全体の2〜3割を占める

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000110140.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388349-en.html
- anchor: #n3487388
- Companies mentioned: 北海道コンフェクトグループ株式会社、FONDAN、大丸東京店

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

## Korean women's shoe brand SAPPUN(サプン) to hold a Tokyo pop-up

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000064828.html
- anchor: #n3487387
- Companies mentioned: SAPPUN(サプン)、SAPPUN、nugu Japan株式会社、THE HYUNDAI

Korean women's shoe brand SAPPUN will hold a pop-up store at Shibuya PARCO from Sept. 23 to Nov. 18, 2026.

Facts:
- 2013
- September 23, 2026
- Nov. 18, 2026
- 10% OFF
- 5,000 yen
- 100 winners

## 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)

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000000266.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388342-en.html
- anchor: #n3487386
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブランド総合研究所、日向坂46

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
- 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.
- Based on 31,666 valid responses

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000087353.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388350-en.html
- anchor: #n3487385
- Companies mentioned: AironWorks株式会社、MITスローン経営大学院、CAMS、日本セキュリティ心理学会、情報セキュリティ大学院大学、自由民主党、国家サイバーセキュリティ戦略本部、総務省、通商産業省、東京大学、セキュリティ対策Lab

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.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- Capacity is 60 people.
- Free to attend
- More than 300 people applied.

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000120153.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388328-en.html
- anchor: #n3487384
- Companies mentioned: Proxima Beta Pte. Ltd.、TiMi Studio Group、Tencent、Level Infinite、Funcom

『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.

## A new extendable hanger that adjusts to 4 lengths and makes it easy to hang wide laundry: the Bath Mat and Bath Towel Hanger!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000119226.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388341-en.html
- anchor: #n3487383
- Companies mentioned: アイメディア株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Adjustable to 4 lengths
- Extends to a maximum width of 63 cm
- From Oct. 2026
- Price: 770 yen (tax included)
- Retracted: approx. 37 × 16 × 1.5 cm
- Extended: approx. 66 × 16 × 1.5 cm
- Clothesline pole diameter: 2.8–3.5 cm
- Load capacity: approx. 2 kg

## The 10th cohort of “side project with MUIC” gets underway, matching large companies and startups within the Fukuoka region

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000015387.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388322-en.html
- anchor: #n3487382
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローンディール、一般社団法人関西イノベーションセンター、MUIC Kansai、NTT西日本株式会社、ネクスト・モビリティ株式会社、株式会社村田製作所、ハウス食品グループ本社株式会社、有限責任監査法人トーマツ、mui Lab株式会社、株式会社セーフライド、株式会社三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ、株式会社三菱UFJ銀行、内閣府

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.

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000095919.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388315-en.html
- anchor: #n3487381
- Companies mentioned: 内閣府 男女共同参画局、株式会社リーピー、岐阜県、株式会社リープシフト

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- 130 annual days off
- Approximately 55% men
- Approximately 45% women
- 最長2年半の育児休業取得
- Nov. 10, 2026
- More than 1,430 companies

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000031630.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388314-en.html
- anchor: #n3487380
- Companies mentioned: TXP Medical株式会社、群馬大学医学部附属病院

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.

Facts:
- With 722 beds
- The number of beds exceeds 500
- More than 100 major hospitals nationwide
- Approximately 50% share
- 51 regions nationwide
- Population coverage of more than 12 million
- 900 types of test data

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000089286.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388313-en.html
- anchor: #n3487379
- Companies mentioned: キンドリルジャパン株式会社、キンドリル、ニッセイ情報テクノロジー株式会社、Microsoft Corporation、マイクロソフト

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).

Facts:
- Approximately 7,600 people
- In more than 60 countries

## SOKUDAN representative Tane to speak at Hiroshima Prefecture's generative AI session, “Where Can Generative AI Actually Be Used?”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000045678.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388311-en.html
- anchor: #n3487378
- Companies mentioned: CAMELORS株式会社、SOKUDAN、カーブス、楽天（株）、楽天インサイト（株）、アデコ株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 30, 2026
- 13:00～15:00
- Participation fee: Free

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000054269.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388309-en.html
- anchor: #n3487377
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カミナシ、カミナシ、キリングループロジスティクス株式会社、インキュベイトファンド、アルテミスベンチャーズ、千葉道場ファンド、NTTドコモ・ベンチャーズ、第一生命保険、京王れーるファンド、T&D Innovation Fund、KRAFTIA Innovation Fund、YMFGキャピタル、IF Growth 1号投資事業有限責任組合、Spiral Innovation Partners、株式会社ミモト

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)
- More than 3,300 days per year

## カミナシ refreshes its corporate identity, unveiling new corporate and service taglines and logos

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000054269.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388307-en.html
- anchor: #n3487376
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カミナシ、カミナシ

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
- Established: December 2016

## From production records on the factory floor to data-driven factory management: Launch of “カミナシ 生産実績”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000054269.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388305-en.html
- anchor: #n3487375
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カミナシ、ナルコ株式会社、M社

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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000297.000056499.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388303-en.html
- anchor: #n3487374
- Companies mentioned: アイシークリニック、医療法人社団鉄結会、ヒートテック、ヒートファクト、日本皮膚科学会、東京大学医学部、東京逓信病院、東京警察病院、東京大学医学部附属病院

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%
- “Apply moisturizer” (38.4%)
- “Improved significantly” accounted for 35.2%
- More than 30,000 surgical procedures performed

## The “expert-dependency syndrome” plaguing Japanese society: “Why Can’t We Say ‘I Was Wrong’?” goes on sale October 21

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000325.000004767.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388302-en.html
- anchor: #n3487373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋経済新報社、note、Amazon

株式会社東洋経済新報社は、評論家の與那覇潤氏による新著『なぜ「まちがえた」と言えないのか』を2026年10月21日に発売する。本書は、コロナ禍やウクライナ戦争において蔓延した「専門家依存症」や「無責任の構造」を分析し、国民が主体性を取り戻す必要性を説く。

Facts:
- Oct. 21, 2026
- List price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
- 314 pages

## プレイド supports enhanced omnichannel CX (customer experience) on タワーレコード’s タワーレコード オンライン

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000010620.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388300-en.html
- anchor: #n3487372
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレイド、プレイド、タワーレコード株式会社、タワーレコード、タワーレコード オンライン、LINE

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.

Facts:
- 71 physical stores nationwide

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000392.000033909.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388299-en.html
- anchor: #n3487371
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、AlphaDrive、AlphaDrive REGION、静岡鉄道、リクルート、ノックダイス、ユニッジ、東京工業大学、青山学院大学、アルファドライブ地域経済研究所

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 17, 2026
- More than 30 prefectures
- About 2 months

## ＼A first in 資さんうどん history／ New limited-time “Napolitan Udon” launches Thursday, Oct. 22! Available at select locations only

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000422.000037031.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388298-en.html
- anchor: #n3487370
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社資さん、資さんうどん

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.

Facts:
- All 25 locations
- 955 yen, tax included
- ¥1,155 (tax included)
- 1,197 yen, tax included
- More than 100 locations
- 8.3 million units annually
- More than 150 menu items

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000427.000072123.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388297-en.html
- anchor: #n3487369
- Companies mentioned: ラグザス株式会社、TMR GLOBAL GROUP PTY LTD、Mirai Bridge

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
- 1名あたり1時間
- 1日最大3名まで

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000522.000009888.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388296-en.html
- anchor: #n3487368
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TOKIUM、TOKIUM、株式会社TOKIUMスタッフィング

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 20, 2026
- 12th floor
- 100 million yen
- Case studies from 3 companies

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000548.000058260.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388295-en.html
- anchor: #n3487367
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フューチャーリンクネットワーク、丸彦酒造株式会社、株式会社三重シティプロモーション

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.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 19:00〜20:30
- More than 130 years
- Participation fee: Free

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000589.000055282.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388294-en.html
- anchor: #n3487366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社紀ノ國屋、紀ノ国屋 調進所、調進所 紀ノ國屋京町家

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.

Facts:
- All 8 products
- Oct. 21, 2026
- Net weight: 200g
- Price: 2,700 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,620 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,160 yen (tax included)
- Volume: 150ml
- Price: 2,592 yen (tax included)
- Volume: 500ml
- Price: 1,080 yen (tax included)

## 【相模原市】The 30th-anniversary Koshu Kaido Obara-juku Honjin Festival will be held at the only surviving honjin in Kanagawa Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000642.000072959.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388293-en.html
- anchor: #n3487365
- Companies mentioned: 相模原市役所、相模原市、松田町大名行列保存会、小原宿本陣奴会、相模湖本陣太鼓弁天会、川越藩火縄銃鉄砲隊保存会、相模原市教育委員会、相模原市観光協会、相模湖観光協会、相模湖商工会、甲州街道小原宿本陣祭実行委員会

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.

Facts:
- 30th-anniversary event
- Every year on November 3 (national holiday)
- November 3, Reiwa 8
- Of the 26 honjin in Kanagawa Prefecture
- In Heisei 8

## LayerX launches smartphone app for “バクラク勤怠”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000657.000036528.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388292-en.html
- anchor: #n3487364
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LayerX、LayerX、三井物産デジタル・アセットマネジメント

株式会社LayerX began offering a smartphone app for its attendance management service “バクラク勤怠” (iOS/Android) today.

Facts:
- More than 20,000 corporate customers
- The 3 major OS versions preceding the latest version
- The 4 major OS versions preceding the latest version

## 【Starting October 23】H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス to hold special auction supporting children’s futures!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000019301.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388291-en.html
- anchor: #n3487363
- Companies mentioned: スポチュニティ株式会社、H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス、株式会社栃木日光アイスバックス、グロービス経営大学院

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- Year 101

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000740.000054387.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388290-en.html
- anchor: #n3487362
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パステルコミュニケーション

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 22
- Free

## Fender announces “Fender Studio Pro 8.2,” with enhanced mixing features and music production tools

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000745.000021878.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388289-en.html
- anchor: #n3487361
- Companies mentioned: フェンダーミュージック株式会社、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、FMIC

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.

Facts:
- Fender Studio Pro 8.2
- 29,800 yen, including tax
- 26,800 yen, including tax
- 14,800 yen, including tax
- 2,900 yen, including tax
- Less than 3ms

## Family Special! “Year-End and New Year Family Plan” Now on Sale, Using 東京九州フェリー

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000998.000076572.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388288-en.html
- anchor: #n3487360
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＳＨＫライン、東京九州フェリー、ヴィーナストラベル、au Starlink、新日本海フェリー

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.

Facts:
- 12,000 yen for 3 people
- 1組様で1,000円
- 1,500 yen per 24 hours
- Entered service in 2021
- Total: 100,000 yen
- Total: 135,000 yen
- Reservations up to 14 days before departure

## Nike Strength to Open Its First Pop-Up Store in the Tokai Region Starting 10/22 (Thu)

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001122.000029736.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388287-en.html
- anchor: #n3487359
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MTG、Nike、Nike Strength、Dimension 6 Fitness Corporation、丸丹スポーツ用品㈱、㈱ナイキジャパン

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)
- Price: 3,630–21,780 yen, including tax
- Price: 10,780–21,340 yen, including tax
- Price: 7,810–31,680 yen, including tax
- Price: 1,540 yen, including tax
- Price: 75,020 yen, including tax

## 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.

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001346.000012754.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388286-en.html
- anchor: #n3487358
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社河出書房新社、河出書房新社、Web河出、Library Journal、カールトン大学、早稲田大学教育学部英語英文学科、文藝春秋、日経ＢＰ

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.

Facts:
- List price: 2,200 yen, including tax
- Launches on September 18, 2026
- 352 pages
- Base price: 2,000 yen

## September 2026 Part-Time Hourly Wage Survey: National Average Hourly Wage Is 1,355 Yen

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001593.000002302.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388285-en.html
- anchor: #n3487357
- Companies mentioned: ディップ株式会社、dip Corporation、バイトル、採用ページコボット、厚生労働省

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.

Facts:
- 1,355 yen
- Up 21 yen
- Up 5 yen
- Approximately 444,000 listings
- Up 26.3%
- Up 12.1%

## “Self-Defense Forces Car of the Year 2026,” Chosen by an Automotive Journalist, a Former Race Queen, and a Military Vehicle Collector

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001781.000026633.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388283-en.html
- anchor: #n3487356
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社扶桑社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

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.

Facts:
- Self-Defense Forces Car of the Year 2026
- to 3 people
- in March 2025
- List price: 780 yen
- Base price: 709 yen
- Release date: Oct. 21, 2026
- vol.238

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003092.000012580.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388282-en.html
- anchor: #n3487355
- 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

(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)

## It’s OK to cry or move around: a live parent-and-child concert in Kawanishi City that children can enjoy from age ０

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003969.000013972.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388281-en.html
- anchor: #n3487354
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ、サロンオーケストラジャパン

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.

Facts:
- November 14, 2026 (Sat)
- 800 yen
- 1,600 yen
- 350 performances a year

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004130.000064643.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388280-en.html
- anchor: #n3487353
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、ジャングルポケット

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!”

Facts:
- Oct. 17, 2026
- 11 p.m.
- #3

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005417.000029501.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388270-en.html
- anchor: #n3487352
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, October 21
- Until November 15, 2026 (Sun), 23:59
- Streaming scheduled to begin in summer 2027

## 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?”

- Published: 2026-10-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005898.000054842.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388269-en.html
- anchor: #n3487351
- Companies mentioned: マジセミ株式会社、株式会社日立ソリューションズ・クリエイト、株式会社ＣＣイノベーション

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

- Published: 2026-10-21T08:57:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000068315.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388176-en.html
- anchor: #n3487124
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社

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

## “Hanashiai for Divorce”: ベリーベストグループ Pre-Launches Online Mediation Service for Divorce Cases

- Published: 2026-10-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000190234.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388181-en.html
- anchor: #n3487128
- Companies mentioned: ベリーベストグループ、ベリーベスト法律事務所、（株）弁護士JPオンライン調停センター、株式会社弁護士JPオンライン調停センター

ベリーベストグループ has pre-launched “Hanashiai for Divorce,” an online mediation service for divorce cases, through its group company 株式会社弁護士JPオンライン調停センター.

Facts:
- 76 locations nationwide
- 438 lawyers
- 158,277 legal consultations

## “How to Raise Prices Successfully in Manufacturing: Advice from a Price-Increase Specialist” to Be Held in Aichi on November 26, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000065378.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388178-en.html
- anchor: #n3487127
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新経営サービス、日経トップリーダー、東洋経済新報社、あさ出版、中小企業庁、人事戦略研究所、人材開発部、経営支援部

株式会社新経営サービス will hold a seminar on price increase know-how for manufacturers in Aichi on Nov. 26, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 26, 2026
- 3,000 yen (tax included)
- Capacity: 30 people
- More than 90%
- It remains in the 50% range.
- More than 2,000 client companies
- More than 1,000 companies cumulatively

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000105601.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388177-en.html
- anchor: #n3487126
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パタンナー、タヅナ

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.

Facts:
- Set of 3 white papers

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000088159.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4388175-en.html
- anchor: #n3487125
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社創造舎、駿府の工房 匠宿、デザインオフィス創造舎、Simples、TRA EVO、蓬きんつば ときや、HACHI & MITSU、パンとエスプレッソと匠宿、工芸ノ宿 和楽、1HOTEL、ふきさらし湯

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- 4 local dance teams
- Regular business hours begin at 9:30.
- 12:00～20:00
- At around 17:30 on the day
- Opened in April 1999
- Since 2021
- On October 24

## About 9000 students suspected of having special education needs; Education Ministry encourages assessments and strengthens support for parents

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:39:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610210049.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391837-en.html
- anchor: #n3489378
- Companies mentioned: 教育部、立法院、中央通訊社

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.

Facts:
- About 9000 people
- August this year

## GCTF Joint Committee meeting held; next year’s focus to include maritime resilience and AI

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:39:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610210048.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391838-en.html
- anchor: #n3489379
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、中央社

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.

Facts:
- The 20th
- 2026
- 2027
- 1151021

## Tax bureau: Those unable to pay estate tax in 1 lump sum can apply to pay in up to 18 installments

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:29:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610210047.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391436-en.html
- anchor: #n3489306
- Companies mentioned: 財政部南區國稅局、中央社

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.

Facts:
- In up to 18 installments
- NT$300,000
- NT$270,000
- NT$15,000

## Man indicted on intimidation charges after online post urging others to use drugs and kill president

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610210046.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391538-en.html
- anchor: #n3489307
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Threads、北檢、桃園地檢署、台北地檢署、台北市警察局刑警大隊

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: 2026-10-21T11:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610210045.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391542-en.html
- anchor: #n3489308
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、高速公路1968 App

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: 2026-10-21T11:18:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610210044.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391217-en.html
- anchor: #n3488991
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社

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.

Facts:
- 4 people involved
- Oct. 10 this year
- Double Tenth Day
- NT$50,000
- NT$30,000
- Sept. 30 last year
- Nov. 14

## Taiwan and Kansas sign trade and economic cooperation MOU; deputy governor says partnership is more resilient

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610210043.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4391182-en.html
- anchor: #n3488992
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、堪薩斯州議會

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.

Facts:
- San Francisco, dispatch on the 20th
- 今年5月
- March visit
- 1151021

## Diesel and fertilizer prices surge; Trump announces $8 billion in farm aid

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:09:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610210042.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4390630-en.html
- anchor: #n3488413
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、CNN、美國農業部、USDA

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.

Facts:
- $8 billion
- Approximately NT$257.4 billion
- 1/3
- 2nd time in 11 months
- US$12 billion
- About NT$386.2 billion

## SpaceX and 特斯拉 assess merger; combined valuation could exceed $3 trillion

- Published: 2026-10-21T11:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610210041.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4390617-en.html
- anchor: #n3488412
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、特斯拉、中央訊息、金融時報、Financial Times、法新社、路透社、巴克萊集團、Barclays、亞馬遜、Amazon、微軟、Microsoft、Alphabet、蘋果、Apple、輝達、Nvidia、X、xAI

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
- Surged 9-fold
- To $7.6 billion
- The previous quarter’s $2.56 billion