Put an end to noisy snoring! Block snoring with next-generation AI technology backed by a patent! Next-generation sleep startup SleepX Inc. launches crowdfunding on CAMPFIRE!
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SleepX株式会社 has launched crowdfunding on CAMPFIRE for “Sleep Flow NEO,” a next-generation anti-snoring device equipped with its patented AI technology.
Practical guide to legal AI, “Legal AI Through Case Studies,” available for preorder on Amazon
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GVA TECH株式会社 has opened preorders on Amazon ahead of the Nov. 2, 2026 release of “Legal AI Through Case Studies,” a practical guide to legal AI. The book, produced mainly by the company’s Legal AI Research Institute, presents 8 use cases.
(公財)北海道中小企業総合支援センター and (一社)北海道機械工業会 will hold the “Hokkaido Business Matching Fair ２０２６” at 札幌パークホテル on Oct. 27, 2026, to secure order opportunities for businesses in Hokkaido. A total of 140 companies are expected to participate, a record high due to an increase in semiconductor-related projects.
Smart AI glasses “NASGlass” achieve satisfaction rating of 4.62／5 in a trial involving 232 nursing and caregiving students from Thailand; real-time translation tackles the “language barrier” before coming to Japan
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BSCode株式会社 conducted a trial of its smart AI glasses “NASGlass” with 232 nursing and caregiving students from Thailand, achieving an overall satisfaction rating of 4.62／5. The results showed that the glasses can help ease language concerns before coming to Japan.
Satellite office opens in Shikokuchuo City, Ehime Prefecture
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株式会社SCIEN has opened a satellite office in Shikokuchuo City, Ehime Prefecture, and will advance the sophistication of manufacturing quality control through Ehime Prefecture’s digital implementation support program “Triangle Ehime 3.0.”
Loved as an “Osaka symbol” and looking ahead to the future: On Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, the 2nd Tsutenkaku Tower will celebrate its 70th anniversary! To mark its 70th birthday, the tower will be specially illuminated in purple.
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To mark the 70th anniversary of the opening of the 2nd Tsutenkaku Tower on Oct. 28, 2026, a range of events will be held, including special purple illumination, free observation deck admission for NANKAI Group commuter pass holders, and novelty gifts.
The “LED Solar Stand Light” now comes in a model with a motion sensor. It turns on automatically when someone approaches, lighting entryways and gardens at night with 3 modes.
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不二貿易株式会社 will launch a new motion-sensor model in November 2026, joining its “LED Solar Stand Light” series, which has shipped approximately 7,700 units in total.
Facts
Approximately 7,700 units shipped in total (*)
It will go on sale in Nov. 2026
As of October 2026
Maximum detection range of approximately 5 m and 120 degrees
Automatically provides approximately 150 lumens of brightness
Height: 126.5 cm
The previous model, approximately 95 cm tall
176 cm and 186 cm models
[Approximate illumination time on a full charge] 6 hours
Mirrativ and UNLIMIT to hold Season 2 of the “LIMIT BREAK Cup,” an 『Apex Legends』 community tournament, starting Oct. 25
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株式会社ミラティブ and 株式会社FT UNLIMIT announced that they will hold Season 2 of the 『Apex Legends』 community tournament “LIMIT BREAK Cup” starting Oct. 25, 2026. Prizes and qualification for a professional event are on offer, and the Season 1 champions, Team Onionz, have already competed in an invitation-only tournament hosted by UNLIMIT.
Facts
Begins Oct. 25, 2026
The overall winning team in each lobby in each round will receive 30,000 yen
The Season 2 champion team will receive 150,000 yen in prize money
A tasty way to get nutrients, and great for meal replacement diets! A new milk tea flavor with the aroma of black tea
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株式会社ダイアナ will launch a new flavor in its nutritional supplement “Celdia” series, “Celdia-soy Shake Milk Tea,” in limited quantities starting Oct. 23, 2026.
New official website launched for 文化庁’s “Project to Promote the Global Expansion of Print Culture”; information on the entire project, including the “文化庁 Translation Contest” and “International Literary Forum,” brought together in one place
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VIPO has launched an official website for the “Project to Promote the Global Expansion of Print Culture” commissioned by 文化庁, bringing together information on the translation contest, international literary forum and other initiatives.
株式会社ナビタイムジャパン began offering an “Automatic Driving Log Creation” feature compliant with legal amendments to premium members of its “Delivery NAVITIME” app for delivery drivers on Oct. 21, 2026.
Talk event for people seeking to pursue a career on their own terms: “Want to Do It! A Real Talk to Build Your Ambitions — Find Your Own Next Step in Work, Life and Taking on Challenges!”
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A talk event supporting career development in Oita Prefecture will be held on Oct. 25 at “dot.,” a community space operated by 株式会社パソナ. Takato Fujita, representative of 株式会社MACHO, will appear as a guest and share his startup experience and the appeal of the region.
Action RPG “Mongil: STAR DIVE” welcomes new ★5 character Chloe! The second half-anniversary rerun pickup and a Halloween event are also underway
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Action RPG “Mongil: STAR DIVE” has released its latest update, adding the new ★5 character Chloe and featuring the second half-anniversary rerun pickup and a Halloween event.
【AKARUMI New Feature Release】Adds “AKARUMI EDITOR,” a content creation feature
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株式会社ipe has released “AKARUMI EDITOR,” a content creation feature for its AI search analysis tool “AKARUMI” that enables users to handle everything from keyword research and writing to performance measurement in one place.
【Survey of 667 high school girls】They pay for their own shopping, but rely on their parents for train fares. Parents pay for transit IC card top-ups for about 3 in 4
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A survey by JK Lab, operated by 株式会社nowWnow, found that cash and PayPay are the main ways high school girls pay for shopping, while parents cover transit IC card top-ups for about 3 in 4. The survey also discussed the potential use of JR東日本’s new code-based payment service “teppay.”
TRANBI to hold business succession seminar “Business Succession: The First Step” (commissioned by Okayama City) on Wed., Nov. 18
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株式会社トランビ will hold the business succession seminar “Business Succession: The First Step” on Nov. 18, 2026, as part of the “Okayama City Business Succession Facilitation and Support Project,” commissioned by Okayama City.
Facts
More than 240,000 registered users
Business succession seminar on Wed., Nov. 18, 2026
30 attendees at the venue
After about 10 years of preparation
In Reiwa 7, succession was completed to Kenta Nakahara, who had been working locally as a company employee
Yuki Koshika of Foyu stars in the stage production “Meilleur Soirée: The Best Night Performance,” opening soon!
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The stage production “Meilleur Soirée: The Best Night Performance,” starring Yuki Koshika of Foyu, will be performed at 京都劇場 on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026. The script and direction are by Taiyo Murakado.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
25th (Sun)
9,900 yen
Companies mentioned：京都駅ビル開発株式会社、THE ROB CARLTON、ミックスゾーン、キョードーインフォメーション、京都劇場、チケットぴあ、イープラス、ローソンチケット
【Survey】As disclosures of data breaches caused by unauthorized access mount, are corporate risk lists being updated? 87% of 31 companies newly listed in 2026 mentioned “security”; “API,” a focus of October’s alert, was mentioned by 1 company
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Following an October 2026 alert about unauthorized access, a review of the “Business Risks” sections of 31 companies newly listed that year found that 87% mentioned security-related risks, but very few mentioned APIs or ransomware, the focus of the alert.
Received an excellence award at the “Next-Generation Policy Summit JAPAN Vision ２０５０”
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４ students from 学校法人鈴鹿享栄学園 received an excellence award at the “Next-Generation Policy Summit JAPAN Vision ２０５０,” backed by 経済産業省 and others, for a proposal using digital technology and AI to counter misinformation during disasters. It was the only high school to win an award.
From a single site to multiple locations. One point of contact handles everything from legally required inspections to cleaning, repairs, equipment maintenance and restoration. Kirei One publishes 33 service areas for its all-in-one corporate management service
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Kirei One, an integrated services brand operated by 株式会社KIREI produce, has organized and published 33 service areas for businesses, stores and facilities. It handles everything from legally required inspections and corrective work to cleaning and repairs through a single point of contact, with centralized management through its proprietary “Cosmo” system.
Facts
33 service areas
1 location
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＫＩＲＥＩ ｐｒｏｄｕｃｅ、株式会社KIREI produce、Kirei One
💯The remote-controlled mower “Kusabozo 100,” praised for the grinding power of its saw-tooth hammer knife, gets a power boost to 499cc💪
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株式会社イシガプロ has begun selling an updated model of its remote-controlled mower “Kusabozo 100,” increasing engine displacement from 459cc to 499cc, and is offering free support for adoption using subsidies.
【Takara Shuzo】Sho Chiku Bai <Daiginjo> Limited-Brew 【Limited Quantity】Now on Sale
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Takara Shuzo will launch “Sho Chiku Bai <Daiginjo> Limited-Brew,” made with Hyogo-grown Yamada Nishiki rice polished to a 35% polishing ratio, nationwide in limited quantities on Nov. 2.
Facts
Nov. 2
720ml
Alcohol content: at least 16.0% and less than 17.0%
[Takara Shuzo] Shochikubai Shirakabegura <Daiginjo> Gold Award-Winning Sake [Limited Quantity] Now on Sale
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Takara Shuzo will launch “Shochikubai Shirakabegura <Daiginjo> Gold Award-Winning Sake,” which won a gold award at the Reiwa 8 National New Sake Appraisal, on Nov. 2 in a limited quantity.
Facts
Launching on Nov. 2 (Monday) in a limited quantity
[For international markets] UnReact releases the EC app “UR: Chat Order Form Checkout”
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株式会社UnReact released “UR: Chat Order Form Checkout,” a theme extension app that lets users add a chat-style order form to a Shopify store, on Oct. 4, 2026.
バリューデザイン・タイ provides mobile CRM service to KOZURI GROUP, which operates 2 hand-rolled sushi restaurants in Bangkok
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バリューデザイン・タイ, a subsidiary of Paycloud Holdings, is providing mobile CRM services to KOZURI GROUP, which operates hand-rolled sushi restaurants in Bangkok.
Facts
For every 500 baht spent
Earn 1 point
More than 130,000 stores
Approximately 830 stores
Companies mentioned：ペイクラウドホールディングス株式会社、株式会社バリューデザイン、Valuedesign（Thailand）Co.,Ltd.、バリューデザイン・タイ、KOZURI GROUP Company Limited、KOZURI GROUP CO., LTD.
3 “Voice of Cards” titles celebrating their 5th anniversary now just ¥985 with bigger discounts! “スクエニ HALLOWEEN SALE” underway
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株式会社スクウェア・エニックス has launched the “スクエニ HALLOWEEN SALE,” with increased discounts bringing 3 titles in the “Voice of Cards” series down to ¥985. A livestream has also been scheduled to mark the series’ 5th anniversary on Oct. 28.
[NHK Culture] Special class explores the profound appeal of British antiques at the Kashiwa classroom. Learn how to assess silver and the stories engraved in ceramics
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A special class on assessing British antique silver and the history of ceramics will be held at NHK文化センター柏教室, with antique dealer Hitomi Sasaki as the instructor.
Facts
Members: ¥4,004 (tax included)
General (membership not required): ¥4,576 (tax included)
[Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store] Harukas Nippon Expo: Kochi’s finest goods and delicious food, in abundance! “Kochi Edition” underway
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The “Harukas Nippon Expo: Kochi Edition” will be held at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store from Oct. 28, 2026. Food, culture and crafts from Kochi Prefecture will be showcased throughout the store, alongside collaborations with クラブツーリズム and yosakoi dance performances.
Facts
Starting October 28, 2026
Through Nov. 3 (Tuesday, national holiday)
A total of 7 teams will perform Kochi-originated “Yosakoi Naruko Dance”
Ecological network formation confirmed in Shinagawa Konan area using a natural capital monitoring solution
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NTT Urban Solutions and 7 other companies conducted a demonstration in the Shinagawa Konan area using a “Natural Capital Monitoring Solution” and confirmed the formation of an ecological network where organisms can move and live.
NSJAPAN shares examples of member companies returning value to the community through social welfare initiatives
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Realize, a member company of NSJAPAN, donated approximately 50 cuff crutch canes and approximately 100 toys for young children to 平川市社会福祉協議会 and received a letter of appreciation.
[Recboo] Fukumoto, representative of Knocklearn, to speak at “Tokyo Startup Talent,” hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
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Fukumoto, representative of 株式会社ノックラーン, spoke at “Tokyo Startup Talent,” an event hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, about the role of business professionals at deep-tech startups and career development.
Facts
July 28, 2026 (Tuesday)
70% of companies receiving recruitment support have achieved an IPO, M&A, profitability or an up round.
After supporting startups that have raised funds from a total of 50 companies
Just in time for hand cream season! A “heart-shaped charm” that makes you want to use every last bit launches in November
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株式会社ハック will begin launching 5 household goods products in phases from October 2026, including a “Heart Key Squeezer Charm” that helps you use every last bit of hand cream and an electric sonic toothbrush.
株式会社モリサワ will begin offering the new Latin typefaces “UD Digikyo Latin Condensed” and “UD Digikyo Italic Condensed” for UD Digital Textbook Font in “MORISAWA BIZ+” and its plan for public organizations from Oct. 21, 2026.
Travel by JR to the “Tsuiki Air Base Air Festival”!
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JR九州 will operate extra trains and make additional stops for limited express services in connection with the “Tsuiki Air Base Air Festival,” which will be held on Nov. 29, 2026, at 航空自衛隊’s Tsuiki Air Base in Tsuiki, Chikujo, Chikujo District, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Masayoshi Takanaka’s first-ever solo pop-up store, “SUPER TAKANAKA POP UP! in HARAJUKU,” to be held in Harajuku, Tokyo, from Oct. 21 (Wednesday) to Nov. 1 (Sunday)!
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Universal Music announced that “SUPER TAKANAKA POP UP! in HARAJUKU,” a solo pop-up store for guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka, will be held in Harajuku, Tokyo, from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1, 2026. The event will feature merchandise sales and exhibits to mark the 50th anniversary of his solo debut and the release of a legendary live album.
Facts
Oct. 21 (Wednesday)–Nov. 1 (Sunday), 2026
¥9,000 (excluding tax)
¥4,000 (excluding tax)
11:00〜20:00
Companies mentioned：ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、UNIVERSAL MUSIC STORE HARAJUKU、Livepocket、Abbey Road Studios London、Kitty Artists
[THK株式会社] Now accepting orders for low-heat-generation, high-precision ball screws (model: BPFP)
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THK株式会社 has begun accepting orders for low-heat-generation, high-precision ball screws (model: BPFP). The product reduces friction torque by 50% or more compared with existing products, contributing to energy savings and higher precision in machine tools.
Special website launched for internal hackathon that produced IT infrastructure OSS and smartphone image-transfer service for inspections
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株式会社pafin has launched a special website for its internal hackathon, “pafin Hackathon,” featuring projects developed at its 2nd event, including the OSS development tool “fakestream” and the inspection-image transfer service “スマぞう.”
Facts
The 2nd event, held in June 2026
Sales began in October 2026
A multinational team of 24 people from 11 countries
From 11 countries: Japan, Morocco, France, Belgium, India, Nepal, China, South Korea, New Zealand, Canada and the United States
The number of users exceeded 70,000 in July 2025
Used by more than 200,000 users in Japan
Companies mentioned：株式会社pafin、AWS、Amazon Kinesis Data Streams、GitHub、関東脳神経外科病院
株式会社Atsumell partners with 株式会社メンドレス, which provides strategic planning and business development consulting in the fintech sector
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株式会社Atsumell and 株式会社メンドレス have signed a business partnership agreement to roll out FDE-style support using the AI specification editor “Kakusill” and collaborate on sales.
ⅡA Diamonds / ツーエーダイヤモンド offers lab-grown diamonds of top-class quality in Japan and opens an Osaka showroom as its new location following Tokyo’s Ginza
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ⅡA Diamonds / ツーエーダイヤモンド, which offers lab-grown diamonds, has opened an appointment-only showroom in Osaka as its new location following Tokyo’s Ginza.
The second product from “日々、絹子さん。,” the kimono-care brand behind “洗う絹子さん,” which has surpassed cumulative shipments of 10,000 bottles: the new kimono wrinkle-removing spray “守る絹子さん おでかけシルクミスト” — “a new kimono-care routine to take with you”
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株式会社フルフィル will launch “守る絹子さん おでかけシルクミスト,” the second product from its kimono-care brand “日々、絹子さん。,” for removing wrinkles from kimonos, preventing static electricity and deodorizing, on October 21, 2026, through Amazon and kimono shops nationwide. The first product, “洗う絹子さん,” has surpassed cumulative shipments of 10,000 bottles.
German barefoot shoe brand “GROUNDIES（グラウンディーズ）” to release its 2026 FALL & WINTER collection starting October 22.
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株式会社ストライド will begin rolling out the 2026 Fall/Winter collection from the German barefoot shoe brand “GROUNDIES” on October 22. The lineup includes 23 models across 7 categories, including ballet flats and boots, and features the proprietary TrueSense® sole.
On-demand release of an urgent webinar on recent unauthorized access and information leaks
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Following a spate of unauthorized access and information leak incidents since around September 2026, 株式会社VLCセキュリティ has released on demand a recording of its urgent webinar held on October 20.
西日本旅客鉄道株式会社’s Kanazawa Branch conducted a comprehensive accident response drill on October 19, 2026, based on a simulated derailment on the Nanao Line. Approximately 125 people, including personnel from the Ishikawa Prefectural Police and fire departments, took part.
Attention, Saitama residents! Special discount admission campaign announced: アクアワールド・大洗 Saitama Residents’ Appreciation Days
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アクアワールド・大洗 will run a special discount campaign for Saitama residents from November 14 to 16, 2026, to coincide with Saitama Prefectural Residents’ Day on November 14.
Facts
November 14 (Sat.)–16 (Mon.), 2026
Adults (high school students and older): 1,900 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 900 yen
ヴィヴィアン・ウエストウッド Aoyama store to hold anniversary event marking its 1st year since opening
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ヴィヴィアン・ウエストウッド’s Aoyama store held an anniversary event themed “Fraser Pink Tartan” on October 16 to mark its 1st anniversary. The store also began advance sales of the limited-edition “KING RING” on October 17, with general sales planned at its Nagoya and Shinsaibashi stores starting November 20.
JA全農 × Ozeki “Nippon Yell Project” jointly developed product! New “Mikan Nigori Sake 300ml Bottle” made with Shizuoka-grown mandarin orange juice launches in limited quantities on Monday, November 2, 2026
一般社団法人キネコ・フィルム announced that 戸田恵子, 中山秀征, 横山大介, 高橋克典, かないみか, 槙田紗子 and 土屋神葉 will appear at the opening ceremony of the 33rd Kineko International Film Festival, to be held on October 30, 2026.
Facts
33rd
Oct. 30, 2026
11 ⽉ 3 ⽇
Advance ticket: 700 yen
Same-day ticket: 1,000 yen
Advance ticket: 1,700 yen
Same-day ticket: 2,000 yen
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人キネコ・フィルム、BUFF 国際映画祭、スウェーデン映画協会、文化庁、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団アーツカウンシル東京、公益財団法人 日産厚生会玉川病院、Swedish Film Institute、St. Mary's International School、二子玉川商店街振興組合、こども家庭庁、東京都、国土交通省 関東地方整備局 京浜河川事務所、世田谷区教育委員会、大田区教育委員会、川崎市教育委員会、渋谷区教育委員会、横浜市教育委員会、狛江市教育委員会、目黒区教育委員会、一般財団法人児童健全育成推進財団、一般社団法人 日本映画製作者連盟、全興連（全国興行生活衛生同業組合連合会）、一般社団法人 日本国際教育協会、駐日スウェーデン大使館、株式会社ティー ワイ リミテッド、二子玉川ライズ スタジオ＆ホール、109 シネマズ二子玉川、玉川髙島屋 S.C.南館、せたがやイーグレットホール、シュクレペールカフェ、ふたこビール醸造所
[New company] VERT chef Toshihiro Tanaka appointed co-representative; 株式会社FLYING FOODS established
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空とぶネコ合同会社 spun off its FLYING FOODS business and established 株式会社FLYING FOODS on October 1, 2026. Chef Toshihiro Tanaka of the restaurant “VERT” became co-representative alongside Fumihito Kaneko.
“メリット” commercial series “Family, Love and Merit” wins the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Award / ACC Grand Prix in Category A of the Film Division at the “2026 ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS”
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Kao's hair-care brand merit（メリット）'s commercial series “Family, Love and merit（メリット）” won the Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications Award/ACC Grand Prix in Category A of the film division at the 2026 ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS. The winning works are “The Day I Cooked for the First Time,” released in summer 2025, and “The Day We Held Hands,” released in spring 2026.
Facts
2026 ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS
A commercial series depicting “family love,” which began in 2024.
“The Day I Cooked for the First Time,” released in summer 2025
“The Day We Held Hands,” released in spring 2026
“The Day I Cooked for the First Time” 30-second commercial
80 booths will exhibit. Through 2 conference stages, AI exhibits and experiences, business matching and networking events, the event will support the social implementation of AI and the creation of new businesses from Niigata.
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“NIIGATA AI EXPO” will be held at Bandai Island Multipurpose Plaza on Oct. 28 and 29. This free event will support the social implementation of AI and business creation from Niigata through 80 booths, 2 conference stages, business matching and more.
Sending encouragement to children in hospital. Professional figure skater Mai Mihara appointed official supporter of Yuki to Nozomi
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The general incorporated association Yuki to Nozomi announced the appointment of professional figure skater Mai Mihara as its official supporter. Through the “Yell Baton” project and creative activities, Mihara will send encouragement to children in hospital.
Facts
Grand Prix Final 2022
Four Continents Figure Skating Championships 2017
FISU World University Games 2019
Currently enrolled in a doctoral program (enrolled from April 2026)
[Event Report] 長野市 × QWS discuss the realities of starting a business after relocating to a regional area
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長野市 and SHIBUYA QWS held “FEEL NAGANO in QWS,” an event on relocation and entrepreneurship, on September 14, 2026, featuring firsthand accounts from entrepreneurs who relocated and information on support programs.
Facts
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
Population: approximately 360,000
In 2022,
In 2024
Since January 2023
In October 2024
November 1, 2019
Companies mentioned：渋谷スクランブルスクエア株式会社、SHIBUYA QWS、長野市、株式会社ARTLIER、Spice Bar Gambheer
Sapporo Central Line New Chitose Airport Bus Service to be revamped — A new “Direct to the Airport from Susukino” route, revised service routes and more buses — Service begins Friday, December 11, Reiwa 8
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Hokkaido Chuo Bus will revamp its Sapporo Central Line New Chitose Airport bus service on December 11, Reiwa 8, launching a new “Direct to the Airport from Susukino” route and increasing the number of daily trips from the current 161 to 171.
The 2026 fall/winter collection is here from KILEL, the big-side golf apparel brand produced by RED RICE of Shonan no Kaze!
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A POPUP tour at 4 venues nationwide will showcase the 2026 fall/winter collection from KILEL, the golf apparel brand produced by RED RICE of Shonan no Kaze.
クオンティア to exhibit at NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn]; practical insights from NTT東日本's company-wide data-driven initiative to be shared in a joint special lecture
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株式会社クオンティア will exhibit at “NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn],” to be held at Makuhari Messe in November 2026, and will give a joint special lecture with NTT東日本.
Facts
Original2026年11月11日（水）～13日（金）
Booth No.: 6-58
Operating across 17 prefectures and metropolitan areas in eastern Japan
12:30–13:15 (45 minutes)
300 seated places + 300 standing places
Cut time spent searching design documents by approximately 95%
[Is it still too early to think about business succession?] Business succession takes time. Free consultations with experts〈宗像市商工会〉
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宗像市商工会 will hold free individual consultations with experts, called “❝継ぐ活❞,” in November and December, Reiwa 8, to support business owners concerned about succession. According to the 中小企業庁, preparation is said to require 5–10 years, and early steps such as training successors and organizing assets are recommended.
Supporting the next generation of construction professionals: 242 people passed the Level 2 assistant construction management engineer exam. Supporting career development for those without prior experience.
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株式会社オープンアップコンストラクション announced that 242 of its technical employees passed the first-stage examination of the 2026 fiscal year Level 2 Construction Management Engineer Examination. The company said it is strengthening career development support for people without prior experience and its qualification support system, contributing to addressing the construction industry's labor shortage.
Facts
Number of people holding construction management qualifications: 1,076
The number of construction management technicians on staff was 7,224 as of the end of June 2026.
Craft beer “BELLUME 美橙,” made with “Fuku mikan” oranges from Tokigawa, Saitama Prefecture, is ready! Students took part in planning and production to create a refreshing taste and aroma favored by Gen Z.
“Self Tax Refund,” a self-service consumption tax refund service for visitors to Japan, begins operation on November 1, 2026
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Nippon Airport Building and Glory will launch the “Self Tax Refund” service, which allows visitors to Japan to receive consumption tax refunds on their own, at Haneda, Narita and Naha airports starting Nov. 1, 2026.
Facts
With a procedure that takes about 1 minute
Surpassing 40 million in 2025
An online survey of 500 foreign residents overseas
Expanding the “Special Business Loan for Economic Measures”
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練馬区 will fully subsidize credit guarantee fees for its “Special Business Loan for Economic Measures” and raise the loan limit to 20 million yen to support local businesses affected by rising prices amid tensions in the Middle East. Applications will be accepted from Reiwa 8年11月2日 through Reiwa 9年3月31日.
テレビ朝日, KDDI and KDDIスマートドローン conduct disaster reporting demonstration using a permanent drone port on the Noto Peninsula
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On Oct. 7, 2026, テレビ朝日, KDDI and KDDIスマートドローン conducted a disaster reporting demonstration using a permanent drone port in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, confirming that real-time video transmission and simultaneous operation of multiple aircraft enabled efficient situational awareness.
Facts
Oct. 7, 2026
About 15 minutes
2 people
4 aircraft
Companies mentioned：株式会社テレビ朝日、テレビ朝日、KDDI株式会社、KDDI、KDDIスマートドローン株式会社、KDDIスマートドローン、Skydio Dock for X10、Starlink
Universal 勤次郎 wins “Leader” recognition in the attendance management systems category of the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”
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勤次郎株式会社’s HRM solution, “Universal 勤次郎,” won “Leader” recognition in the attendance management systems category of ITreview’s “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.”
Ecological network formation confirmed in Shinagawa Konan area using a natural capital monitoring solution
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NTT Urban Solutions and 7 other companies conducted a demonstration in the Shinagawa Konan area using a “Natural Capital Monitoring Solution” and confirmed the formation of an ecological network where organisms can move and live.
-G’day Cairns!- Bringing you the latest news from Cairns
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A newsletter from ケアンズ観光局 featuring the latest tourism and other news from Cairns, including the ban on card surcharges starting in October 2026, New Year’s Eve fireworks, a new school launched by サンラバー・リーフ・クルーズ, an award for グリーン・アイランド・リゾート, the planned opening of エバー・ブルームフィールド, the 135th anniversary of キュランダ観光鉄道 and the PADI Summit.
Pet mobility brand PETiCO to exhibit at “Pandabashi Wanwan Halloween,” offering test rides on 3 models designed to make outings with dogs easier, selling related goods and giving last year’s popular photo booth a Halloween makeover
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Pet mobility brand PETiCO, owned by 株式会社ティーアンドエス, will exhibit at “Pandabashi Wanwan Halloween 2026,” held on Oct. 31, 2026 and Nov. 1, offering test rides on 3 models and selling goods.
Joins the “Osaka Carbon Neutral Business Network,” stepping up software and AI technology initiatives in the carbon-neutral field
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株式会社ジェイテック will join the “Osaka Carbon Neutral Business Network,” promoted by 大阪府, and begin supporting the digitalization of carbon-neutral-related companies using software and AI technology.
Facts
Capital: 30 million yen
Company established: Feb. 27, 1997
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイテック、大阪府、AWS、Amazon Web Services、Microsoft Azure、Google Cloud
TDCソフト delivers prototyping lecture at “i-GIP 2026 KANSAI,” a healthcare problem-solving program for junior and senior high school and technical college students
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On Sept. 20, 2026, TDCソフト株式会社 delivered a prototyping lecture at “i-GIP 2026 KANSAI,” a healthcare program for junior and senior high school students organized by 一般社団法人inochi未来プロジェクト.
“tenki.jp Mountain Weather” revamps “mountain climbing index” to display forecasts by time of day
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株式会社ALiNKインターネット and the Japan Weather Association revamped the mountain climbing index in their jointly operated mountain weather forecast app, “tenki.jp Mountain Weather,” on Oct. 21, 2026, introducing displays by time of day along with revised calculation methods and explanations of ratings.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
For the 3 days from today through the day after tomorrow
“Holland Village Members’ Club” × “PELLICO” | 2 styles of pumps exuding refined elegance to go on sale exclusively at ユナイテッドアローズ from Friday, Oct. 23
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株式会社サニーサイドアップ and “Holland Village Members’ Club,” founded by Makiko Kawamura, are collaborating with Italian shoe brand “PELLICO” on 2 styles of pumps, which will go on sale exclusively at ユナイテッドアローズ starting Oct. 23, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
9 cm heel
3.5 cm heel
69,300 yen each, tax included
Companies mentioned：株式会社サニーサイドアップ、MZソーシャル株式会社、Holland Village Members’ Club、HVMC、株式会社アマン、PELLICO、ペリーコ、ユナイテッドアローズ、扶桑社、DMM、ゴールドマンサックス、金融経済アカデミー
6 Toyotsu Group companies will exhibit at “Messe Nagoya 2026,” taking place in November 2026, showcasing circular economy businesses, decarbonization support systems and more.
Facts
The 6 companies
Wednesday, Nov. 11 to Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Exhibitors: 844 companies and organizations
Visitors: 50,705
Companies mentioned：豊田通商株式会社、エレマテック株式会社、豊通ファシリティーズ株式会社、株式会社豊通マシナリー、豊通ユニファッション株式会社、株式会社ネクスティ エレクトロニクス、豊田メタル㈱、Radius Recycling Inc.、Maruti Suzuki Toyotsu India Private Limited.、豊通スメルティングテクノロジー㈱、豊田ケミカルエンジニアリング㈱、㈱プラニック、株式会社グッドライフデザイン、メッセナゴヤ実行委員会、愛知県、名古屋市、名古屋商工会議所
【TWICE×TEAZEN】9 limited-edition package designs featuring TWICE members to go on sale first at LOFT, Japan’s leading lifestyle shop, starting Oct. 10!
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TEAZEN, a tea brand represented by 株式会社千空, will launch 9 limited-edition packages created in collaboration with global girl group TWICE at lifestyle store LOFT starting Oct. 10, 2026.
Facts
All 9 limited-edition package designs
From Oct. 10, 2026 (Saturday)
Net weight: 50g
Price: ¥880
Cumulative sales have surpassed 700 million bottles*
Free admission on Nov. 3 for Culture Day! Special events to enhance your enjoyment of the special exhibition “Exquisite Blade Engravings” / 名古屋刀剣ワールド
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名古屋刀剣博物館 will offer free admission on Nov. 3, Culture Day, and hold special events including an armor-wearing experience and a lecture on blade engravings.
[International Exchange] 18 representatives of 韓国訪問看護師協会 visit “Tsurumaki no Ie”
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On Oct. 15, 2026, 社会福祉法人奉優会 welcomed 18 representatives of 韓国訪問看護師協会 to 特別養護老人ホーム弦巻の家, a special nursing home in Setagaya, Tokyo. The organization introduced community-based care practices in Japan, including the long-term care insurance system, multifunctional in-home nursing care, and the use of ICT, and exchanged views on common challenges facing Japan and South Korea.
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18 people, including representatives and interpreters
福岡県 will hold “Fukuoka Care Festa ２０２６” on Nov. 3 at Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Fukuoka, featuring care robot experiences and stage events to promote understanding of caregiving and encourage people to pursue careers in the field.
Ecological network formation confirmed in the Shinagawa Konan area using a natural capital monitoring solution
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NTTアーバンソリューションズ, NTTドコモビジネス and 7 other companies conducted a demonstration using a “natural capital monitoring solution” at Shinagawa Season Terrace and surrounding areas in the Shinagawa Konan district. The results confirmed the formation of an ecological network that allows organisms to move through and inhabit the area.
Facts
The 7 companies
Formulated in May 2026
In October 2025
Opened in 2015
As of 2026
Habitat suitability for 30 species
For 26 of the 30 species
Analysis area: an area of about 5 km square centered on the Shinagawa Konan district
Get ready for the food consumption tax cut in April 2027! “ユビレジ × cashless payment: great-value implementation campaign” launches
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株式会社ユビレジ will launch the “ユビレジ × cashless payment: great-value implementation campaign” on Oct. 21, 2026, to support preparations for the food consumption tax cut in April 2027 and promote cashless payments.
TechMagic株式会社 and 首都高速道路サービス株式会社 will jointly open “キッチン MAGIC ROAD,” a labor-saving cafeteria using the “I-Robo 2” cooking robot, inside the Nihonbashi Kabutocho parking lot on Oct. 28, 2026.
[星野リゾート × Nippon TV athlete dispatch program] Special “雪ッズ” program offers lessons from top athletes competing on the world stage
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日本テレビ放送網株式会社 announced that it will collaborate with 星野リゾート to offer a special “雪ッズ” program in January 2027, led by top athletes competing on the world stage.
[Lecture by Associate Professor 金益見 of 神戸学院大学 to be held on Oct. 25] An introduction to gender studies: considering a society where everyone can live true to themselves
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神戸学院大学地域研究センター and あかし市民図書館 will co-host an introductory gender studies lecture on Oct. 25.
鎌倉新書 signs “Agreement on Cooperation Related to End-of-Life Planning” with 東京都西東京市
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株式会社鎌倉新書 has signed an “Agreement on Cooperation Related to End-of-Life Planning” with 東京都西東京市 and will support residents with end-of-life planning through initiatives including distributing planning notebooks and setting up a consultation hotline.
Facts
Oct. 21, 2026
Since its founding in 1984
Launched public-private partnership projects with local governments in 2021
Misconceptions about “psychological safety” hinder organizational growth. 4-company webinar, “Breaking Free from a Complacent Organization: 4 Practical Ways to Foster Constructive Debate and Achieve Results,” to be held on Thursday, Nov. 5
[Survey on Sleep and Fatigue Recovery] 77.2% sleep less than 7 hours on weekdays, and 93.5% feel an impact on their daily lives and physical conditioning | Survey of 92 members and instructors
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株式会社スマイルアカデミー released the results of a sleep and fatigue recovery survey of 92 members and instructors. The survey found that 77.2% sleep less than 7 hours on weekdays, while 93.5% feel an impact on their daily lives and physical conditioning.
VITAS signs ambassador agreement with Japan women’s national basketball team player Ramu Tokashiki
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株式会社VITAS has signed an ambassador agreement with Ramu Tokashiki of Japan’s women’s national basketball team. VITAS plans to support the athlete’s challenges and take part in brand communications and planning.
“Tech Osaka Summit 2027” announces first 1 speakers; application deadlines for the pitch contest and booth exhibits also extended
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The Tech Osaka Summit Executive Committee announced 3 speakers as the first lineup for “Tech Osaka Summit 2027,” a global startup event to be held in Osaka in January 2027, and extended the application deadlines for the pitch contest and booth exhibits.
First-ever “Rethink Creator PROJECT” Nittone Seminar to be held in Nippori, Tokyo, on Wednesday, Nov. 25!
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株式会社クリエイターズマッチ will hold its first regional seminar, the “Nittone Seminar,” in Nippori, Tokyo, on Nov. 25, co-hosted by 東京都交通局 and sponsored by JT’s “Rethink PROJECT.”