https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.htmlOne 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.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488185Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大和ハウスリアルエステート株式会社 has completed construction of “SOLASIA LUFRA Kanamachi,” a newly built income-generating wooden apartment building in Higashikanamachi, Katsushika Ward, Tokyo. It has 12 units and is scheduled for completion in October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488184Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンガッチョジャパン株式会社 will open its first permanent directly operated store, “nyu Sneakers Kyoto,” in Kawaramachi, Kyoto, on Oct. 25, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488183Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Renewer has added a new feature to its workflow visualization AI “メボシ,” enabling it to select technology candidates for automation plans from within a company’s registered standard technology stack, such as generative AI platforms and RPA, and automatically design workflows for after implementation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488182Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ライブリンクス has released an integration between its virtual office tool “LIVEWORK” and cloud-based attendance management system “KING OF TIME (King of Time).” This links login and logout actions in LIVEWORK with automatic time punches in KING OF TIME, helping reduce the effort required to enter attendance information and ensure compliance with work rules. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488181Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESONE株式会社 announced that it will hold “Field Athletic Club w/ALAN,” the 2nd collaboration event hosted by creator ALAN, on October 24, 2026, through “Club,” the real-world event feature of the offline social network NewMatch. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488180Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コラゾン will launch “Koji-kun Recipes,” an AI-powered recipe service, on October 21, 2026. Based on precision nutrition expertise from the Cabinet Office’s BRIDGE program, it suggests recipes using koji seasonings based on users’ health and available ingredients, and visualizes sodium-reduction effects and nutritional content. It is being developed jointly with 株式会社LeapWell. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488179Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアエナ, a major Japanese off-price chain operated by 株式会社アエナ, will open its イオンモール名取 store in Natori, Miyagi Prefecture, on October 23, 2026, marking its first store in Tohoku. It will be the chain’s 279th store nationwide, offering cosmetics, food and other products at discounts of up to 90%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488178Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社中西製作所 will exhibit at “Food System Solution (F-SYS) 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight in November 2026, and will unveil its in-development “9-unit model” continuous cooking robot for the first time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488177Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Yare Paper Project,” undertaken by 富山県高岡市 and creative studio クリエイティブスタジオROLE (株式会社ROLE), won an ADC Award at “TOYAMA ADC Awards 2026.” The project is a resource-circulation initiative that reuses “yare paper”—sheets used for adjustments during printing—as business cards and envelopes. It has expanded since 2026 with support from private companies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488176Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリ・カレント株式会社 announced “Sodate AI,” an onboarding-focused AI to support new employees, and began accepting inquiries about adoption. Four AI agents support new employees’ work through groupware, and a special-price package is also available for the role-play AI “Hanais-san.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488175Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPerkUP株式会社 was selected from among 173 applicant companies for the “JR East Startup Program 2026 Spring,” promoted by JR東日本スタートアップ株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488174Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジョブリー建設, operated by 株式会社レクリー, has launched a direct-scouting service specializing in the construction industry, including construction management and electrical work. It will support companies’ recruitment efforts by leveraging a job-seeker base with more than 80,000 cumulative registrants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488173Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDataSnipper has begun on-demand streaming of a recorded webinar based on its 2026 industry survey on AI adoption at audit firms. It explains four requirements—security, assurance, large-scale processing and end-to-end functionality—to address challenges in moving from PoC to practical deployment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488172Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESゴムマリ株式会社 will launch “SCS Assessment System Vendor Management” on October 21, 2026, to help purchasing organizations establish vendor management in preparation for the “SCS Assessment System,” whose policy was set by 経済産業省 and 内閣官房. Pricing starts at ¥500,000. AI processing and human review assign vendors to tiers (★3 or ★4) with supporting rationale. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488171Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES学校法人郁文館夢学園が運営するID学園高等学校は、9月28日にトリノ五輪スノーボード日本代表の成田童夢さんを講師として招き、「夢キャリアライヴ」を開催した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488170Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESStellagent株式会社 has launched “AI Search Doc Free Assessment,” a free assessment service for AI search optimization (AIO, GEO and LLMO). For a URL specified by the user, it asks ChatGPT and Gemini 10 questions each and measures how often and at what ranking the company’s name appears, as well as which competitors appear. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488169Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CROSSASIA’s flower and fruit tea specialty shop “fuacha” will hold a limited-time shop at 伊勢丹浦和店 from October 21 to November 3, 2026. The event, the brand’s first in Saitama Prefecture, will offer items including “Rose Flower Crown Tea®” and Halloween limited-edition sets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488168Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“えみたす保育園” and “えみたすMORE,” established by 株式会社アート不動産, held a joint sports day on October 3, 2026, at the gymnasium of Matsuyama Municipal Ishii Kita Elementary School. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488167Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAttendance at Lake Biwa Museum’s 30th-anniversary special exhibition set a new record, and a ceremony was held on the museum’s anniversary. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488166Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES個室 和牛焼肉 吟 難波店, operated by 株式会社コズミックダイナー, has launched “選べる焼肉吟御膳” as a lunch menu available on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Diners can choose their preferred cuts from 3-, 4- or 5-item courses, priced from ¥1,999 to ¥2,999 (before tax). A lunch-only course, “陽（ひなた）,” is also available for ¥5,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488165Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエムケー精工 has launched “マレルワイド,” a self-service car wash machine with an entrance widened to 2,600mm. Equipped with a large 15-inch touch panel and “ハイパーソニックスキャン,” a technology derived from drive-through car washes, it enables comfortable entry and washing for larger vehicles, including SUVs and minivans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488164Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES京王電鉄バス and 株式会社オリジンハブ, operator of the tourism website “Corritrip,” will hold “A Walking Tour of Autumn in Katsunuma: A Winery Stroll for Adults” over 3 days—October 30, November 2 and November 6, 2026—starting from an intermediate highway bus stop. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488163Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コズミックダイナー will open its new concept, “鮮魚と釜飯 エメラルド,” in Tenjinbashisuji, Kita Ward, Osaka, on November 9, 2026. The restaurant will serve fresh fish, kamameshi and oden, with an expected average spend of ¥3,000–¥3,500 per customer. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488162Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES匠技研工業 President and Representative Director 前田将太 will speak at “NIIGATA AI EXPO 2026,” taking place on October 28 and 29, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488161Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MENOU’s visual inspection AI, “検査AI MENOU,” has been adopted for the automotive USB port inspection process at auto parts manufacturer 上松電子, helping reduce staffing needs and standardize inspection quality. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488160Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Dragon connect has launched “Zion connect,” an AX platform that provides comprehensive support, from generative AI adoption and business process redesign to workforce development and fundraising. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488159Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサプリの原料屋〜パウダーランド〜 launched a 50g trial size of “Mugwort Powder Grown by Tokushima’s Nature,” made with 100% wild mugwort from Tokushima Prefecture, on October 15, 2026. Cumulative sales have topped 2万5千 units. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488158Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DRELLA has renovated “丸〆 浅草,” a gallery and atelier on Asakusa Nishisando, and will begin offering painting experiences featuring “丸〆猫,” a beckoning cat originating in the Edo period, in October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488157Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジザイエ, a startup originating from the University of Tokyo’s Inami Laboratory, has been selected for the “ASIA CO-CREATION PROGRAM” under the “Hiroshima Unicorn 10” project promoted by 広島県. The company aims to expand across Asia in the construction industry, using Singapore as its starting point. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488156Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKasuga, Fukuoka Prefecture, will hold Environment Fair 2026 on Nov. 15, 令和8年, under the theme “Discover Your ‘My Eco’ Lifestyle!” to raise awareness of environmental issues, including measures to combat global warming and decarbonization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488155Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES中華そばチェーン「天下一品」を運営する株式会社天一食品商事は、2026年11月10日の創業55周年を記念し、「創業感謝祭」を開催する。期間限定で総本店名物「牛すじラーメン」の全店販売、公式アプリでの抽選イベント「こってり宝くじ」、数量限定の福袋販売などの特別企画を実施する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488154Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Ocean announced that its “Ocean Tax Refund” platform has been officially selected for implementation at stores operated by major home appliance retailer 株式会社ヤマダデンキ. The platform supports the new tax-free system (refund method) set to be introduced in November 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488153Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe fashion event “THAT'S FASHION WEEKEND 2026,” sponsored by 株式会社Merone, was held at Tokyo Tower from Oct. 6 to 18, 2026. The event focused on sustainability and charity, themes that aligned closely with Merone’s business philosophy, prompting the sponsorship. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488152Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トリプルバリューが展開するアップサイクルブランド「Re.BooooN!」は、規格外の桃を使用した食品添加物無配合のジャム2種を2026年10月21日より発売する。糖度37度に仕上げた「もも」と「ももとアールグレイ」の2種類で、価格は各972円（税込）。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488151Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESパティーナ大阪 will hold “FALL INTO PATINA,” a limited-time collaboration with designer Sean Wotherspoon, featuring a limited collection for sale, a large-scale sculpture exhibition and a special vegan course. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488150Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESチタカ・インターナショナル・フーズ株式会社 is launching a new brand, “Clay-Pot Rice × Tonkatsu CHITAKA,” from とんかつ知多家, founded in 1988. Its first location will open on Oct. 29, 2026, in the Central Park underground shopping arcade in Sakae, Nagoya. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488149Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTORiiY株式会社 has developed an original fragrance, “[21me Eau de Parfum],” produced by Japanese national volleyball team player 永露元稀, and will begin taking orders on Oct. 22, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488094Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワン・ステップ will exhibit at the “Advanced Construction, Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Technology Fair in Kumamoto 2026,” to be held at Grandmesse Kumamoto in November 2026, showcasing 3 products: “Mach Flood Barrier,” “Cool Zone Anywhere” and “Portable Ice Bath.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488093Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESムーンバット株式会社 will hold a POP UP for New York-based bag brand “NAGHEDI” at 日本橋三越本店 from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10, 2026. This is the 4th stop on a tour visiting 5 locations nationwide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488092Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES昭光通商株式会社 has published a case study on the adoption of its highly biodegradable mulch film “Nature Master®” by 初一寝具店, which grows Japanese cotton in Hyogo Prefecture, reporting that it has eased the burden of collection work that had taken 20 hours a year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488091Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESムーンバット株式会社’s hat brand “gravure” will hold pop-up shops from October 2026 at 3 stores—髙島屋大阪店, 京王百貨店新宿店 and 京都髙島屋—and host hat-selection events using face-type diagnosis®. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488090Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大同至高株式会社, which handles OEM production of promotional items, has announced the “Complete Trading Card Set,” a new product designed to end random-item fatigue. The product consists of 12 cards arranged on a single sheet that can be separated along perforations, and supports OEM/ODM production with full-color printing across the entire surface. The minimum order quantity is 1,000 units. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488089Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コラントッテ will begin selling the “リエリィ マグネライフウェア リブ ロングスリーブ トップス” on Oct. 28 under its magnetic health gear brand “Lierrey.” The top features 6 ferrite permanent magnets, each with a magnetic flux density of 130 millitesla. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488088Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO法人国際教育支援機構スマイリーフラワーズ held “Sumafura Kokokara Fest 2026” on October 11, 2026, at レソラNTT夢天神ホール in Tenjin, Fukuoka, where young people with experience in social care shared their experiences and thoughts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488087Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コラントッテ will launch the new design “THEO Necklace LEXIA” from the THEO series on October 28, 2026. It is priced at ¥49,500 (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488086Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コラントッテ will launch the controlled medical device “THEO Necklace LEXIA:Z” exclusively at its official online store and company-operated stores from October 28, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488085Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESL'ABEILLE株式会社 announced its “Christmas Collection,” featuring rare honey, preserves and drinks from around the world, available in limited quantities from November 11, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488084Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNTT株式会社, together with 福岡市管工事協同組合, has successfully conducted the world’s first demonstration of a technology that uses optical fiber sensing and AI to locate leaks in water service pipes. It achieved expert-level accuracy (within 75 cm of the actual location, with an 88% success rate) in a short time (about 15 minutes). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488083Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“オールタイムレンタカー,” a car-sharing LCC rental car service operated by バリュートープ株式会社, has opened a new station at Nippori Station, bringing its rental locations to half of all stations on the Yamanote Line. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488082Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Kyoto Yakiniku Tendan 1965 MARUNOUCHI,” operated by 株式会社晃商, will launch 5 varieties of yakiniku bento exclusively for takeout from mid-October 2026, targeting business professionals working in the Marunouchi area. Citing surveys by 三菱UFJ信託銀行 and タニタ, it is stepping up its prepared-meal business amid Marunouchi’s popularity and rising demand for meat dishes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488081Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Magic Moment has launched an MCP server for its AI sales platform, “Magic Moment Playbook.” The server stores conversations with customers and sales meeting information, making it accessible to external AI assistants such as Claude, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488080Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe cumulative number of skin regeneration treatments using autologous cultured dermal fibroblasts has surpassed 200 at Azabu Juban M Skin Clinic, a partner medical institution of 株式会社セルバンク. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488079Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トランス planned and produced live merchandise for “FES☆TIVE,” a 7-member idol group of 株式会社アフィックスジャパン, including “swaying acrylic stands” and “custom full-color bibs.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488078Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAbu Dhabi government-affiliated developer Modon and BITEXグループ will jointly hold the “Abu Dhabi Premium Real Estate Seminar” at マンダリン オリエンタル 東京 on October 23 and 24, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488077Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社manaby plans to open its first consultation support office, “Consultation Support Office manaby Sendai,” at its headquarters in Miyagino Ward, Sendai, on December 1, 2026, and begin providing designated specified consultation support (planning consultation support) services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488076Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カシワバラ・コーポレーション has teamed up with its investment partner Anyplace to launch service apartments specializing in remote work and catering to demand for workations and bleisure. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488075Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe dried-flower specialty shop 土と風の植物園, operated by 株式会社クラビズ, is holding a customer appreciation campaign on its official online store through Oct. 31, 2026, to mark the brand’s 8th anniversary. It has reached approximately 80,000 cumulative shipments and 90,000 Instagram followers, and is running campaigns including an expanded “Florist’s Choice Series” and 10% off standard products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488074Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPendo.io Japan株式会社 has launched “Pendo for Agents,” a new service that turns AI agents into customers’ best advisers. Combining real-time context delivery and analytics, the service aims to reduce support costs and improve the accuracy of product roadmaps. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488073Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe accounting and bookkeeping part-time job site “アカナビ,” operated by 株式会社レックスアドバイザーズ, marked the 10th anniversary of its 2016 launch and held a commemorative event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488072Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESインターアクト株式会社 will launch the “Bookaroo ballpoint pen,” a stationery item from British brand “IF,” at 18 LOFT stores nationwide starting January 2027. It features 18 color options and German-made ink, with a suggested retail price of ¥800 (before tax). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488071Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クォンタムフラワーズ＆フーズ (QFF) will exhibit at “Agri-Business Creation Fair 2026,” hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and introduce its neutron-beam speed breeding® technology. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488070Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マイシェルパ’s mental health support service “マイシェルパ” has been adopted by 阪和ビジネスパートナーズ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488069Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES栗山自動車工業 announced the winning entries in its Instagram posting campaign “Our Pride-and-Joy Trucks,” held from Sept. 10 to Oct. 7, 2026, on Oct. 9, “Truck Day.” The announcement details its connection with 三菱ふそう, the winning vehicles, and the presentation of Amazon gift cards. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488068Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファンギルドは、女性向けコミックレーベル「チェリッシュ」の人気作『溺愛誓約～意地悪なカレの愛し方～』および『ルール違反はイクまでＨ!?～幼なじみと同居はじめました』のオリジナルグッズ販売を開始した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488067Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA paper on clinical organizational science (COS) by 株式会社DroR has received its first citation, in a paper on postwar reconstruction by Ukrainian sociologist Lyubov Bevzenko. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488066Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES九州経済産業局とRYO-FU BASEが佐賀県で「九州スタートアップ・ギャザリングin佐賀」を初開催。真鍋康正氏の基調講演や3社のピッチ、パネルディスカッションを通じて地域発ビジネスの成長戦略を議論する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488065Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESToray has adopted Kong Konnect as its API management platform in connection with an overhaul of its core systems. The company aims to strengthen integration with ERP and cloud services, standardize security, and roll out the platform company-wide with future AI use in mind. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488064Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt the 8 official licensed shops for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games, a 3-day campaign will run from Oct. 22 to 24, giving customers a sticker of the mascot “Uzumin” when they spend 3,000 yen or more. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488063Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社REGALI has expanded the social features of its customer experience platform “LEEEP,” adding support for simultaneous Instagram posts, push notifications and messaging. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488062Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES小久保製氷冷蔵株式会社 has signed an official supplier agreement with 佐賀バルーナーズ for the B.LEAGUE 2026-27 season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488061Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Nov. 7, 2026, 成蹊大学 will hold a lecture titled “Social Implementation of Natural Capital Big Data,” hosted by its Society 5.0 Research Institute. Yasuhiro Kubota and Kentaro Kusumoto of 株式会社シンク・ネイチャー will speak about preventing the degradation of natural capital and applying data to society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488060Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Helical Fusion has signed a basic agreement with イークラウド on investment through “イークラウドNEXT,” an individual-stock fund for individual investors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488059Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Nov. 14, 韮崎市 will hold an original hiking tour combining a map-reading trek on Kayagatake with a stroll around the area near Nirasaki Station. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488058Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SVPジャパン has published an analysis report on the “Direct Air Capture (DAC)” market for member companies. The global market in 2025 is estimated at $150 million, with pioneering companies in Europe and the United States, as well as 川崎重工業 in Japan, advancing technology development and large-scale projects. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488057Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUCCグループのユーシーシーフードサービスシステムズは、10月22日より上島珈琲店で期間限定の新商品「おしるこのミルク珈琲」と「日本蜜蜂のはちみつミルク珈琲」を発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488056Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe accommodation facility “尾道倶楽部” will collaborate with atelierR to hold a workshop on Nov. 3, 2026, to make glass frames using pressed flowers and citrus from the Seto Inland Sea. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488055Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウィルネクスト will co-host an online seminar with スローガン株式会社 on Nov. 10. The seminar will explain how to incorporate intrinsic motivation into management and balance it with profitability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488054Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESデヴシスターズ will collaborate with the popular animated series “The Amazing Digital Circus” in the character-collecting RPG “CookieRun: Kingdom” and the mobile idle RPG “CookieRun: Crumble.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488053Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES未知株式会社 surveyed families about trust in care facilities. Of the 267 respondents, 98.9% considered trust important and valued “clear explanations” and “updates on health,” while citing insufficient explanations and poor communication as sources of concern. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488052Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES立川髙島屋S.C. will hold “Tachikawa Bread Marche” for 2 days, on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026, bringing together popular bakeries from the greater Tokyo area. 14 stores will participate, and the event will also work to reduce food waste in partnership with rebake. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488051Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アット東京 and ミーク株式会社 plan to launch “ATBeX ServiceLink for MEEQ,” a new service interconnecting the ATBeX platform and MEEQ private network, in December 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488050Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESShunsuke Mitsui, president of 認定NPO法人SET, will speak at the “Reiwa 8 Iwate Prefecture Regional Welfare Promotion Forum,” hosted by 岩手県 on Oct. 29, 2026, and report practical insights on building ongoing relationships between young people and local residents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488049Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRegional trading company 株式会社パンクチュアル has launched the “Furucommi: A Declaration of Regional Revitalization” channel on Voicy and announced its broadcast schedule and guests from October 28 to November 18. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488048Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヨコオ will exhibit at electronica 2026, a trade fair for electrical and electronic components taking place in Munich, Germany, from November 10 to 13, 2026. It will showcase products including compact power connectors and the world’s smallest spring connectors, aiming to develop new customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488047Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES長野県佐久市で、ＢＣＣ株式会社と一般社団法人グラミン日本が連携し、ひとり親家庭の就業・転職を支援する「はじめての介護のお仕事養成講座」の開講式およびマインドセット研修が開催された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488046Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESi-PRO株式会社 will launch the “Network Video Decoder (WJ-GXD200),” which can display footage from up to 64 network cameras, in December 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488045Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES南魚沼市図書館内に、株式会社クラフトが運営する「ドトールコーヒーショップ南魚沼図書館店」が2026年11月にオープンする。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488044Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSALESCORE株式会社 has released a report on “SALES TORCH 2026,” an invitation-only conference held on September 4, 2026, at Toranomon Hills Forum. The event drew applications from about 1,200 people, primarily leaders in sales and business management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488043Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAVITA株式会社 announced that AVACOM, Japan’s No. 1 AI avatar customer service by number of deployed terminals, is expanding across municipalities nationwide. It highlighted examples in Meiwa, Mie Prefecture; Toshima, Tokyo; Shiroi, Chiba Prefecture; and Niikappu, Hokkaido, and is promoting use at government service counters and tourist information centers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488042Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESANAクラウンプラザホテル成田 will hold the “Christmas All-Star Buffet” for a limited period of about 2 months starting November 1, 2026. The buffet will offer live-kitchen dining, cuisine from around the world, and all-you-can-eat Yamagata La France pears, creating a festive Christmas-season dining experience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488041Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SEKIYA RESORT opened the art hotel “ROCK & STEAM by SEKIYA RESORT” in Kannawa, Beppu, on December 18, 2026, and began accepting accommodation reservations on October 16. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488040Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エリザベス has relaunched its “Dual Nail Serum S” with a new formula under its nail brand “Sugar Doll.” The serum repairs and moisturizes dry nails in 1 product and will go on sale November 11, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488039Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLazuli株式会社 announced that it will launch “PDP Chat Agent,” an AI agent that automates the extraction, transformation and validation of product data through chat, in November 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488038https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488038Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セゾンテクノロジー announced that a planned June 2027 upgrade to its “HULFT” file integration middleware will add support for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and strengthen data integrity verification. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488037Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe December 2026 issue of “Tokyo Calendar” marks the magazine’s 25th anniversary with a special feature, “Tokyo Restaurants: A New Power Map.” The cover features Sakura Endo and Haruka Kaki of Nogizaka46, the special edition features Mrs. GREEN APPLE, and Sanshiro appears in the opening photo feature. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488036https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488036Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark “Setouchi Citizens’ Day” on November 1, 2026, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, will offer free rides on municipal buses, free admission to the municipal art museum and Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum, and special events by local businesses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488035Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Miidas,” a mid-career recruitment service operated by ミイダス株式会社, won the top “Leader” ranking in 6 categories at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” hosted by アイティクラウド株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488034Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WeBridge will hold a free webinar on November 4 about how to use Google Maps in the era of “Ask Maps.” As the AI feature “Ask Maps” becomes more widespread, the webinar will explain how clinics can be chosen by patients through MEO measures and Google Business Profile optimization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488033Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA New Year's lunch buffet will be held for a limited time from January 1 to 3, 2027, at スカイレストラン ハレアス at ホテルエミシア東京立川, operated by 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-09/index-en-p7.html#n3488032Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DG Daiwa Ventures (DGDV) held an official side event for SF Tech Week 2026, hosted by Andreessen Horowitz, promoting collaboration between Japanese startups and overseas VCs through presentations on the growth strategies of the Japanese government and Tokyo Metropolitan Government, as well as pitches from 6 selected companies.