What concerns and challenges do Japanese people living overseas face in caring for parents living in Japan? 一般社団法人りぷらす launches a survey on the current situation
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一般社団法人りぷらす launched a survey on Oct. 20, 2026, to identify the concerns and challenges faced by people living overseas who care for parents in Japan. The survey is titled “Caring for Parents in Japan from Abroad.”
KIBOR株式会社 will strengthen domestic inventory and cut-to-length sales of low-voltage aluminum cables starting in October, helping reduce material costs and curb theft risks.
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Starting in October, KIBOR株式会社 will strengthen domestic inventory and cut-to-length sales of low-voltage aluminum cables, delivering 30–50% cost savings compared with copper wire, reducing theft risks, ensuring a stable supply, and improving workability through lighter weight.
【Kobe, Kitano】Photo studio “ÉLUNE（エリュン）KOBE,” created by Korean wedding photography professionals, opens in a building designed by Tadao Ando
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PLUSC株式会社 will open “ÉLUNE（エリュン）KOBE,” a studio specializing in Korean wedding photography, on Oct. 25, 2026, in a building designed by Tadao Ando in Kitano, Kobe.
ユーソナー releases new commercial promoting “ｕ脳,” a brain dedicated to sales strategy — 10th installment in the Ryoko Kobayashi sales manager series
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ユーソナー株式会社, a specialist corporate data trading company, has released a new commercial promoting “ｕ脳,” a brain dedicated to sales strategy. Titled “Do you know、ｕ脳？,” it is the 10th installment in a series featuring actor 小林涼子 as a sales manager and will air on テレビ東京-affiliated programs and in taxi advertisements.
Start of Operations at the “Mount Fuji Biomass Dry Methane Fermentation Plant”
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The “Mount Fuji Biomass Dry Methane Fermentation Plant,” Japan’s first batch-type dry methane fermentation facility, began operations on Oct. 21 in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture. The facility was jointly funded by 株式会社鴻池組, 静岡ガス＆パワー株式会社, 株式会社クラフティア, 株式会社ビーエイブル, 富士バイオテック株式会社 and 株式会社KSバイオマスエナジー.
【Free Webinar】What to Change, What to Keep: Before Starting Next Fiscal Year’s Training by Job Level
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コーポレートコーチ株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on reviewing training by job level on Oct. 29, inviting 白倉, Representative Director of 株式会社ヒューマングロース・ナビゲーター.
“Immersive Museum Kochi” opens! Kochi native 鶴嶋乃愛 appointed official ambassador!
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The experiential digital art museum “Immersive Museum Kochi” opened at イオンモール高知 on Oct. 17, 2026. 鶴嶋乃愛, who is from 高知県, was appointed official ambassador. Visitors can experience masterpieces of Post-Impressionism in an immersive space.
Taking care of your gut but still not getting butyrate-producing bacteria? The “Three Good Things with Anne Nakamura and Bio-Three” campaign, in which 中村アンさん shares the importance of the much-discussed “butyrate-producing bacteria,” starts today!
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アリナミン製薬 has launched a campaign to raise awareness of butyrate-producing bacteria for its “Bio-Three” intestinal health brand, and will release a trial-size product in October 2026.
【JR Central】“Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Yokohama Station” to Open on Dec. 18, 2026
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東海旅客鉄道株式会社, 新横浜ステーション開発株式会社 and 株式会社JR東海ホテルズ announced that “Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Yokohama Station,” which is being rebranded in partnership with マリオット・インターナショナル, will open on Dec. 18, 2026. The hotel will have 203 rooms, with the addition of “THE CROSS HUB,” a space for relaxing and working, and renovations to guest rooms.
三菱ＵＦＪ信託銀行 has released the results of its “Governance Research® 2026” corporate governance survey of listed companies. Responses were received from 1,116 listed companies and 22 institutional investors. The findings highlighted trends including more advanced governance structures, a shift toward boards of directors taking on a supervisory role, and a gradual move in priorities for improving PBR from shareholder returns to growth investment.
Latest trends in generative AI, DX and security all in one place: “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 in WAKAYAMA” to be held
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The Wakayama Branch of リコージャパン株式会社 will hold “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 in WAKAYAMA” at Wakayama Castle Hall on Nov. 10, 2026, showcasing the latest trends and solutions in generative AI, DX and security.
Sun Frontier-hosted “FRONTIER PITCH TOKYO for Startups 2026”: 8 companies selected to advance to the final after passing the first-round screening
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サンフロンティア不動産株式会社 selected 8 companies to compete in the final after they passed the first-round screening of “FRONTIER PITCH TOKYO for Startups 2026,” a business pitch contest for startups. The final will be held on November 18, 2026, and the first-place winner will receive 1 year of free use of a serviced office (worth ¥15 million).
Already generating buzz before release! Go Katsuhiro’s latest novel, “The Aoba-san Case,” goes on sale October 21!
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株式会社中央公論新社 announced that it will release Go Katsuhiro’s latest mystery novel, “The Aoba-san Case,” on October 21, 2026. The work is based on an unsolved murder case involving a high school girl and drew attention after being made available for a limited time ahead of publication on the members-only service 中公読書倶楽部 本の森. A publication event will also be held on November 5 at ジュンク堂書店池袋本店.
Japanese yen stablecoin “JPYC” signs memorandum of understanding on business partnership with SBJ銀行 and LINE NEXT
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JPYC株式会社 signed a memorandum of understanding on a business partnership with SBJ銀行 and LINE NEXT, effective October 20, 2026, and will collaborate on a proof of concept (PoC) for a bank account-linked top-up feature using the yen-denominated stablecoin “JPYC.”
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
4 chains: Avalanche, Ethereum, Polygon, and Kaia
Capital: USD 251
Companies mentioned：JPYC株式会社、SBJ銀行、LINE NEXT Inc.、LINE NEXT
More convenience! Prime 1 Studio opens a “WeChat Mini Program Store”
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株式会社プライム1スタジオ has opened a “WeChat Mini Program Store” within China’s largest social media platform, WeChat, and has begun selling large-scale statues, PVC figures, and other products.
Facts
Celebrating its 15th anniversary in March 2027
China’s national social media platform, with more than 1.1 billion users
Established: March 30, 2012
Companies mentioned：株式会社プライム1スタジオ、プライム１スタジオ、Prime 1 Studio
Enhanced golf features, including elevation compensation! “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Pro,” now with ski run analysis and expanded health management features, launches October 29 (Thursday)
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華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the sports watch “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Pro” on October 29. The suggested retail price is ¥54,780 (tax included). Features include elevation compensation for golf, ski and snowboard run analysis, enhanced cycling functions, and a new health management feature called “Body Status.”
Facts
On sale starting October 29 (Thursday)
Suggested retail price: ¥54,780 (tax included)
Available in 3 colors: yellow, green, and black
More than 99% of Japan
Maps of more than 17,000 golf courses worldwide※1
Maps of more than 3,000 ski resorts worldwide※2
Long-lasting battery that runs for approximately 21 days under normal use
Ranked No. 1 in global shipments in the first half of 2026
Maximum brightness of 3,000 nits
5ATM and IP69 water and dust resistance
Supports freediving to depths of 40 m
Approximately 1.47-inch sapphire glass display
3 months free of the paid “Golfboy” subscription
Supports maps of more than 3,000 ski resorts in 59 countries worldwide
By wearing the watch continuously for approximately 3 days or more
By touching the button on the side of the watch for approximately 30 seconds
24-hour heart rate monitoring
Emotional monitoring visualizes your daily emotional state across 12 levels
SUPERYACHT BASE KOBE to begin phased operations at its superyacht hub in Kobe Port in spring 2027, with full opening planned for 2028; public-private partnership with 神戸市 aims to create a new model for Japan’s waterfront
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SUPER YACHT BASE KOBE株式会社 is developing SUPERYACHT BASE KOBE, a superyacht hub in partnership with 神戸市. The marine area (mooring facilities) is scheduled to begin operations in spring 2027, with full opening, including the complex, targeted for 2028.
Facts
Spring 2027
2028
Jointly funded by 7 companies
Companies mentioned：SUPER YACHT BASE KOBE株式会社、神戸市、G LION GROUP CREATION CO.,LTD、HORIZON Plan･Do･See Inc.、SYL MONACO、SYL JAPAN、瀬戸内ブランドコーポレーション
Lifeleek launches a sports team support program featuring BeRICE blended sprouted brown rice; crowdfunding begins on CAMPFIRE on October 21
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Lifeleek合同会社 is launching a sports team support program featuring BeRICE blended sprouted brown rice and will start crowdfunding on CAMPFIRE on October 21, 2026.
Facts
Support tiers available from ¥1,000
A 52-day campaign running through December 11 (Friday)
Among people who had served as the chief mourner within the past 3 years and chose a funeral service provider themselves or with their family, only about 10% cited price as the most important reason for their choice. The most common reasons were “proximity to home or the venue” and “previous experience using the provider.”
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According to a survey by 有限会社東葛福祉葬祭, about 65% of people who had served as the chief mourner within the past 3 years chose a funeral service provider themselves or with their family, and only about 10% cited “price” as their reason. The most common reasons were “proximity to home or the venue” and “previous experience using the provider.” In addition, more than about half of those who checked the listed price said the final amount they paid was at least 1.2 times the listed price.
ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK to launch collaboration program with Europe-originated international co-production platform “Ties That Bind”
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Japan-based film creator development program “ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK” has announced a collaboration with Europe-originated international co-production platform “Ties That Bind.” A special session and workshop will be held at TIFFCOM 2026 in October 2026.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
10:30〜12:00
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
Wednesday, Oct. 28
November 2000
Companies mentioned：株式会社アットムービー、Ties That Bind、ローデッド・フィルムズ、Seesaw Pictures、Ici et Là Productions、株式会社IMAGICAエンタテインメントメディアサービス、フリウリ＝ヴェネツィア・ジュリア州オーディオビジュアル基金、EAVE、Eurodoc、IDFA Bertha Fund、Purin Pictures Fund、文化芸術活動基盤強化基金、Japan Creator Support Fund、独立行政法人日本芸術文化振興会、文化庁
株式会社SUBARU and アニマル・ドネーション partner to address challenges facing rescued dogs and cats in Japan and improve animal welfare
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公益社団法人アニマル・ドネーション welcomed 株式会社SUBARU as an official corporate supporter on October 21, 2026, and began a partnership through the “One Life Project” and “Share the Love Event.”
[Philippines integrated resort] Okada Manila オカダマニラ offers exceptional hospitality from the moment you arrive in Manila
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The Philippines’ largest integrated resort, オカダマニラ, has opened an airport lounge exclusively for REWARD CIRCLE members at Terminal 3 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The lounge opened on October 10, 2026, and offers the distinctive service of the resort, which has earned a Forbes 5-Star rating.
Facts
This lounge, which opened on October 10, 2026
A vast site of approximately 30 hectares
A total of 1,001 rooms, suites and villas
More than 40 restaurants and cafes
Can accommodate up to 5,000 people
Companies mentioned：Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment, Inc.、Okada Manila、オカダマニラ、REWARD CIRCLE、リワードサークル、フォーブス・トラベルガイド、ミシュランガイド、WET、DOT、TTGトラベルアワード、トラベル＋レジャー、Agoda、トリップアドバイザー、Booking.com
All content details revealed for the 18th Shibuya Art Festival 2026 — SHIBUYA ART SCRAMBLE! 13 diverse art programs across Shibuya
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The 渋谷芸術祭実行委員会 has unveiled details of all content for the 18th Shibuya Art Festival 2026, to be held from November 2 to 8, 2026. The festival will present more than 13 diverse art programs throughout Shibuya, organized or co-organized by 株式会社baton, 株式会社AMANATION, ケルヒャージャパン株式会社, 東急不動産株式会社, アソビJTB株式会社, ピクシブ株式会社, 東急株式会社, ShinQs Gallery ５, 公益財団法人国際高等研究所, 一般社団法人STEAM Association, SHIBUYA ART PUBLIC PLATFORM 2026 実行委員会, 東京都 and others.
Facts
18th edition
2026
More than 10
8 locations
3 venues
Companies mentioned：渋谷芸術祭実行委員会、株式会社baton、株式会社AMANATION、ケルヒャージャパン株式会社、東急不動産株式会社、アソビJTB株式会社、ピクシブ株式会社、東急株式会社、ShinQs Gallery ５、公益財団法人国際高等研究所、一般社団法人STEAM Association、COMMONZ株式会社、SHIBUYA ART PUBLIC PLATFORM 2026 実行委員会、一般社団法人SHIBUYA AWARDS、SHIBUYA AWARDS 2026実行委員会、東京都、東京都渋谷公園通りギャラリー、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団、東京都現代美術館
A new 50 ml size of the popular Temoi Greedy Jewel Mask is here, convenient for travel or trying out. Abundant hair-beautifying ingredients in a pocket-sized package.
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DoAQUSH, a professional hair and beauty salon supplier based in Kochi Prefecture, will launch a convenient 50 ml size of its hair treatment, Temoi Greedy Jewel Mask, for travel or trying out on October 23, 2026.
Designed to care for wavy hair while leaving it feeling light. A “Light” version of the popular leave-in treatment is here
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株式会社DoAQUSH, a professional hair and beauty salon supplier based in Kochi Prefecture, is launching “Light,” a lighter version of its leave-in treatment Temoi Plume Greedy Essence, in a 50 g size. It adopts the “Art Care” concept, combining repair with protection from environmental damage. A 200 g size is also planned for November.
Attendance management system Touch On Time wins the top “Leader” award for 6 consecutive terms in the attendance management system category of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall
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株式会社デジジャパン’s attendance management system “Touch On Time” has won the top “Leader” award for 6 consecutive terms in the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.
Facts
6 consecutive terms
More than 75,000 companies have adopted the system
Japan’s first CAVA BtoB networking reception, “Cava Prestige Reception,” to be held in Tokyo
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On October 15, 2026, カバ原産地呼称統制委員会 held Japan’s first BtoB networking reception, “Cava Prestige Reception,” at ザ・リッツ・カールトン東京 in Tokyo, with approximately 120 attendees.
Facts
Oct. 15, 2026
Approximately 120 people
June 2026
10 wineries in Spain
Approximately 18 labels
All 100% organic
More than 70% of sales
Approximately more than 38,000 hectares
Approximately 6,200 producers
349 wineries
Companies mentioned：カバ原産地呼称統制委員会、D.O.CAVA、ザ・リッツ・カールトン東京、スペイン大使館経済商務部、L’estudi、(一社)全日本司厨士協会、Tinc Gana、カタルーニャ州政府駐日代表、一般社団法人全日本司厨士協会、一般社団法人日本ソムリエ協会、ART LAIETÀ d'Alta Alella、AVINYÓ、BODEGAS HISPANO＋SUIZAS、CAVES VILARNAU、CODORNÍU、GIRÓ DEL GORNER、MESTRES、PAGO DE THARSYS、ROVELLATS、U MES U、株式会社 新東通信
Sense Trust representative Yasuhito Imanaka selected as the Kansai regional representative for “EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Japan”
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Yasuhito Imanaka, president and CEO of Sense Trust, has been selected as the Kansai regional representative for “EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Japan,” organized by EY Japan.
神戸国際大学 will hold “Moonlight,” the first concert in a series marking the 20th anniversary of the dedication of its pipe organ Luna, at its Chapel of All Saints on November 14, 2026. Admission is free and advance registration is required; places are limited to the first 100 applicants. The program combines organ performance by Junko Ito, singing bowls by Sayaka Hamada, and video created by Tomoko Mukai.
A town aglow with Taisho romance—new gacha arrives in 『シュガードール』
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株式会社グローバルギア launched the premium gacha 「黄昏レ浪漫館」 in the dress-up and raising game 『シュガードール』 on Oct. 21, 2026, and brought back the classic gacha 「TRICK or DEVIL」。
Nearly 80% of employees involved in arranging gifts for business partners have received a notice declining a congratulatory gift！ Meanwhile, about 40% said that even when they receive such a notice, “you should not send a gift, but should convey your congratulations in some way”
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Original株式会社frantoliveが運営する「Flower Smith Gift」は、取引先へのお祝いの手配に関わる会社員330名を対象に意識調査を実施。8割弱が取引先からお祝いの辞退案内を受けた経験があり、約4割が辞退案内後も祝意を伝えるべきと回答した。国税庁のデータでは法人交際費等が4兆4,139億円と増加傾向にある。
Facts
Nearly 80% have received a notice declining a congratulatory gift
About 40% said that even when they receive a notice declining a gift, “you should not send a gift, but should convey your congratulations in some way”
Original取引先などへの接待や贈答に支出する法人の交際費等は4兆4,139億円
Survey respondents: 330
Companies mentioned：株式会社frantolive、Flower Smith Gift、RCリサーチデータ、国税庁
“Audio Experience Listening Session: MUSIC CAFE Edition” to be held at a cafe
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一般社団法人日本オーディオ協会 will hold the “第7回 持込OK！好きな曲でオーディオ体感試聴会 MUSIC CAFE編” at the cafe 「NANA TEA & Tsustumi 青山本店」 in Aoyama, Tokyo, on Nov. 14, 2026. Participants can relax and enjoy music while listening to their favorite tracks, which they bring with them.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
7th
Priority will be given to applications for 2 people
ウェスティンホテル大阪 will host “クリスマスアフタヌーンティー～Here comes Christmas～” in its lobby lounge from Nov. 11 to Dec. 25, 2026. With a Christmas market theme, the offering includes interactive sweets, pastry-wrapped dishes and limited-edition mocktails, with weekday bookings starting at ¥7,900.
アークテリクス unveils latest Walk Gently collection, “セイリッシュの冬”
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アークテリクス has unveiled “セイリッシュの冬,” the latest collection from “Walk Gently,” a design platform that shares and celebrates the work and stories of Indigenous artists and designers from Canada. The collection will be available early to Bird Club members through the official app from Oct. 21, 2026, and will go on sale at Dover Street Market Ginza from Oct. 24.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
Saturday, October 24
¥165,000 (tax included)
¥84,700 (tax included)
￥49,500 (tax included)
¥29,700 (tax included)
¥8,800 (tax included)
¥47,300 (tax included)
1989
1991
Companies mentioned：アークテリクス、ARC'TERYX、Dover Street Market Ginza、ドーバー ストリート マーケット 銀座、ロックソリッド、ガレージブランド『ロックソリッド』
A dagashi cutlet with an impressive size and rich flavor！ Limited-time flavor “カツ王 ナポリタン風味”
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株式会社なとり will launch “カツ王 ナポリタン風味” for a limited time from Nov. 2. This new flavor follows the existing flavor launched in April 2026 and features a size about 3 times that of a sauce cutlet, along with a Napolitan-style flavor.
【Held Nov. 15 (Sun.)】Nature高田馬場 and フレーバーライフ社 team up for a “Sleep Aroma Spray” workshop using natural essential oils
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「Nature高田馬場」, operated by 株式会社AN, has teamed up with aromatherapy specialist フレーバーライフ社 to hold a workshop on making a “sleep aroma spray” with natural essential oils on Nov. 15, 2026. Participation costs ¥3,000.
Facts
November 15, 2026
3,000 yen
More than 3,000 salons and other businesses nationwide
Oct. 20 is “Recycling Day.” Buy-kuru, a mobile purchasing service, promotes efforts to improve trust in the reuse industry
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株式会社RC announced efforts to improve trust in the reuse industry in conjunction with “Recycling Day” on Oct. 20. The company spoke at “Reuse×Tech Conference for 2027,” reporting on proper business operations and discussions with 環境省, and announced the implementation of the “Buy-kuru Chain Operating Guidelines.”
The sooner you prepare your New Year’s cards, the more you save. GLAM PRINT opens orders for 2027 (Year of the Sheep), with 30% off printing in the first early-bird offer
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株式会社TeraDox opened orders for 2027 (Year of the Sheep) on its New Year’s card creation service GLAM PRINT from Oct. 21, 2026. The first early-bird offer gives customers 30% off printing, and using the official LINE coupon brings the discount to up to 35%.
Screening of the latest security drama footage and seminar led by a senior information security analyst
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株式会社電巧社 will exhibit at “Security Days Fall 2026 (Tokyo venue)” from Oct. 21–23, 2026, screening a trailer for its in-house-produced security drama and holding a seminar led by a senior information security analyst.
株式会社マテリアルデジタル will launch “マモレル クライシスコミュニケーションパッケージ,” a crisis management offering co-developed with its group company 株式会社マテリアル, on Oct. 21, 2026. It will also provide a “Cyber Health Check” free of charge for a limited time.
Facts
123 domestic ransomware incidents reported in the first half of 2026
Music, food and entertainment come together in the Tsutenkaku area！ ～Showcasing the appeal of Shinsekai at GREATER NAMBA FESTIVAL～
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株式会社NANKAI will hold the urban festival “GREATER NAMBA FESTIVAL,” themed around music, food and entertainment, in the Tsutenkaku area in fall 2026. Related events, including the Shinsekai Festival and OMO Music, will also be held, along with a campaign offering minapita points through the Nankai app. Tsutenkaku and 星野リゾート will also partner, with OMO7 Osaka becoming the first Friendly Hotel to join the initiative.
Facts
Fall 2026
Get 100 minapita points
All 7 venues
Companies mentioned：株式会社NANKAI、星野リゾート、OMO7大阪 by 星野リゾート
Stream-operated online shopping sites including ECカレント to take part in demonstration project for “take-back when replacing” used small home appliances selected by 環境省
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株式会社ストリーム took part in 環境省’s demonstration project for “take-back when replacing” through sites it operates, including ECカレント.
ライカカメラ社 and Formula 1® announce licensing partnership / release “Leica Q3 43 ‘Formula 1® Edition’”
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ライカカメラ社 and Formula 1® have announced a licensing partnership and will release the special-edition “Leica Q3 43 ‘Formula 1® Edition’” on October 21, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 21, 2026
A focal length of 43mm
60 million / 36 million / 18 million pixels
26 photos
Approximately 120 Leica stores
Approximately 30 Leica gallery locations
Companies mentioned：ライカカメラ社、Leica Camera AG、Formula 1®、FIA Formula 1®、Leica Camera Japan
【SAK University】To hold its first campus festival, “SAK Festival - Founding So IT -”; students will offer hands-on experiences with games they created. It will also make its first appearance at the 天王洲キャナルフェス, held on the same day, selling food and drinks developed by students
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SAK University will hold its first campus festival, “SAK Festival - Founding So IT -,” from October 31 to November 1, 2026, featuring hands-on experiences with student-created games and food sales. It will also take part in the 天王洲キャナルフェス, held on the same day.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 1
A total of 4 game titles
More than 100 new students
12th in the UK
Ranked in the THE World University Rankings top 375
The 北杜市浅尾ダイコンまつり実行委員会 will hold the 40th Hokuto City Asao Daikon Festival on November 3, 2026, at the lawn plaza of ハイジの村クララ館. The event will feature a daikon-pulling experience requiring advance reservations (participation fee: 1,500 yen) and stage events. It is supported by 北杜市.
AICX協会 to offer bound official AI Agent Strategist textbooks free by lottery to an additional 100 companies | 200 companies in total
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一般社団法人AICX協会 announced that, to support AI talent development, it will offer bound copies of the official textbook for the AI Agent Strategist certification free by lottery to an additional 100 companies, on top of the 100 companies in the first round.
【Super Hotel 30th Anniversary Special Event】Try to stop the timer at exactly 30 seconds! “30-Second Challenge”
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To mark the 30th anniversary of its opening in 1996, 株式会社スーパーホテル will hold the “30-Second Challenge” at 13 locations in Japan from October 21 to December 31.
【Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture】Nishida Toshiyuki Memorial Corner “I Love You!” to open on Saturday, November 21! [郡山市役所]
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郡山市 will open a memorial corner at Big-i on November 21, showcasing the achievements of actor Toshiyuki Nishida, who was born in the city. Approximately 100 items, including photographs of his works and costumes, will be displayed.
BONX and セーフィー jointly develop “voice” × “video” AI agent, launch PoC for “Safie Report Agent”
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株式会社BONX and セーフィー株式会社 have launched a proof of concept (PoC) for the AI agent “Safie Report Agent,” aimed at improving operational efficiency at construction sites.
【Ajinomoto Co., Inc. “Survey on Attitudes Toward Lunch on Workdays”】84.1% of people feel lunch costs are “high,” while 50% want a budget of “under 500 yen.” Meanwhile, what workers do not want to cut from lunch even amid rising prices is “time to relax”
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A survey conducted by 味の素株式会社 found that 84.1% of people feel lunch costs are “high,” while 50% want a budget of “under 500 yen.” Meanwhile, even amid rising prices, people tend to value “time to relax” and a change of pace. The product “Knorr® Sakusaku de Kopan,” launched to meet this need, has sold more than 13 million meals in total.
Facts
84.1% of people feel that eating out for lunch or buying lunch is “expensive”
50.0% of people want to keep their workday lunch spending under 500 yen
Want to keep it under 500 yen
85.3% of people said that “lunch should include time to change your mood”
Original1食200円前後という手頃な価格でありながら
A hit, with total sales exceeding 13 million meals
Survey of trends in jobs for seniors: annual salary and commission-based roles skew toward specialists, while daily and hourly positions are more widely accessible
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株式会社シニアジョブ announced that a comparison of job listings by pay structure on its senior-focused job site シニアジョブ found that annual-salary and commission-based roles often involve specialized work requiring qualifications, while daily- and hourly-paid listings tend to be more accessible, including jobs that do not require qualifications.
Facts
The share of jobs with “no qualifications required” was low at 46%
Traffic control security jobs alone accounted for 50.5%, a majority
“No mandatory retirement age” stood out at 64.1%
“No qualifications required” also stood out at 79.7%
92.2% were almost entirely “part-time or casual” positions
The high share of 84.9% for “no overtime or an average of 20 hours or less per month”
The share of “contract work” was high at 46.7%
Another distinctive feature was that “welcomes applicants aged 70 and over” was the only category to exceed half, at 51.5%
BRING™ to collect clothing in partnership with “MASHUP FESTIVAL kobe'26”
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BRING™, operated by 株式会社JEPLAN, will set up clothing collection boxes at “MASHUP FESTIVAL kobe'26,” to be held on October 24, 2026, and collect unwanted clothing from visitors for reuse and recycling.
Facts
2,867 locations nationwide
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
7 festivals representing Hyogo Prefecture
Companies mentioned：株式会社JEPLAN、BRING™、MASHUP FESTIVAL kobe 実行委員会、ペットリファインテクノロジー株式会社
鳴門市 will hold “NARUTO ACTIVITY FES,” an event where visitors can experience the appeal of its nature and culture, offering activities such as vortex yoga, SUP and trail running.
“Chaos Zero Nightmare” celebrates its 1st anniversary with the “Nightmare Festival”! Get up to 70 free gacha pulls, a ★5 Combatant Selection Ticket and other great rewards!
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Smilegate will launch Season 5 and hold the 1st anniversary event “Nightmare Festival” for the roguelike RPG “Chaos Zero Nightmare,” developed by SUPER CREATIVE, on October 21. The update will include up to 70 free gacha draws and the addition of a new combatant, Rossweisse.
Popular limited-time menu featuring locally grown “Hakozaki Komachi (green onions)” in Fukuoka City returns November 5
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株式会社ピエトロ, in partnership with 福岡市農林水産局, will bring back a limited-time menu featuring “Hakozaki Komachi (green onions)” grown in Fukuoka City at select locations from November 5.
Facts
Nov. 5
Dec. 20
1,408 yen
990 yen
1980
Companies mentioned：株式会社ピエトロ、PREMIO ピエトロ KITTE博多店、洋麺屋ピエトロ ソラリア店、ピエトロ キャナルシティ店、PASTA & TAPAS PIETRO 福岡パルコ店、福岡市農林水産局
EcoFlow launches “DELTA 3000 Gen4” and “DELTA 3800 Gen4” portable power stations simultaneously, combining a capacity of over 3,000Wh with a compact design!
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EcoFlow Technology Japan株式会社 will begin taking preorders for the “DELTA 3000 Gen4” and “DELTA 3800 Gen4” portable power stations, which combine a capacity of over 3,000Wh with a compact design, on October 23, with the official launch set for October 30.
Facts
Over 3,000Wh
Oct. 23
October 30
Rated output of 3,000W
Approximately 52% smaller
Approximately 44% smaller
Standby power consumption reduced to approximately 3W
“BitTrade” from ビットトレード株式会社 added to “Circle,” a service for accessing special offers
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株式会社みんなの銀行 has launched a partnership to offer the cryptocurrency exchange “BitTrade” from ビットトレード株式会社 through “Circle,” its service for accessing special offers. This brings Circle’s partner businesses to 15 companies across 4 categories.
[Handball] Golden Cup tickets go on sale Saturday, November 7; tournament draw announced Wednesday, October 28
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公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会 announced that tickets for “Golden Cup 2026,” to be held December 18 and 19 at the Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Ground Gymnasium, will go on sale November 7. The tournament draw will be announced October 28, and 優愛河村 of SKE48 will serve as tournament ambassador.
Facts
We are pleased to announce that tickets go on sale Saturday, November 7
The tournament draw will be announced Wednesday, October 28
Information on the lottery for tickets with exclusive fan club benefits for the Osaka show of “PARK JINYOUNG 1ST CONCERT TOUR [CODE#] IN JAPAN”
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For the Osaka show of Park Jinyoung’s first Japan concert tour, a lottery will be held for tickets with exclusive benefits, including a rehearsal viewing, for members who purchased general-admission tickets through the fan club presale.
The fall mile champion will be decided! The “Mile Grand Prix (SⅡ)” is here!! The 東スポ food truck and Miss Tospo return to Oi Racecourse this year! A host of first-time guests, including artist George Takahashi, will appear on Uma Kyun!
Laughter brings out “Thank you!”: Outstanding entries selected so far for the “Workplace Senryu” contest during Thanksgiving Week 2026; vote for and announce the grand prize winner in Hibiya on Tuesday, Nov. 17
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ランスタッド株式会社 has announced the entries selected so far for the “3rd Workplace Senryu Festival” as part of Thanksgiving Week 2026, and will hold an interactive event at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on November 17.
Facts
Exhibition period: Nov. 9–Nov. 23, 2026
1 in 4 people feel they are not expressing gratitude at work
They feel embarrassed or awkward (30.3%)
They are too busy with work to have the time or emotional bandwidth (27.9%)
Few opportunities to speak face to face (25.4%)
The 30 outstanding entries will be displayed on a wall
“アートゥーン！,” a group of art creators from Tokyo University of the Arts, creates the key visual for the “18th Shibuya Art Festival 2026—SHIBUYA ART SCRAMBLE—”!
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“アートゥーン！,” a group of art creators run by 株式会社baton, created the key visual and video to be shown at タワーレコード渋谷店 for the “18th Shibuya Art Festival 2026—SHIBUYA ART SCRAMBLE—,” taking place from November 2 to 8, 2026. The festival will also introduce its first digital initiative, the “Shibuya Art Festival Mission Rally,” which people can take part in on their smartphones.
A festival to rediscover the joy of rice, celebrating the culture of growing and enjoying delicious rice
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Yomiuriland will hold the “Rediscover the Joy of Rice” festival from November 21 to 23. As part of a 読売新聞社 project, the event will feature rice tastings, merchandise giveaways, and collaborative attractions with partners including 丸美屋食品 and サントリービバレッジ＆フード.
とらのあな Online Store Launches Its First “Doujinshi Lucky Bag,” with Options by Genre and Theme Starting at 1,000 Yen
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株式会社虎の穴 will begin selling its first mail-order “doujinshi lucky bags” on October 21, 2026. The lineup includes 2 types: “themed lucky bags,” where shoppers can choose a genre, and random lucky bags. Prices range from 1,000 yen to 10,000 yen before tax.
LINE WORKS Conducts Field Trial for Use with “Starlink Direct,” Direct Satellite-to-Smartphone Connectivity
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LINE WORKS株式会社 conducted a field trial to enable the use of “LINE WORKS” and other products in its family in SpaceX社’s “Starlink Direct” environment, confirming that functions such as sending and receiving messages worked normally.
Flagship Integrated Super Audio CD Player with Next-Generation DAC, “Grandioso K1XE,” and External Enhanced Power Supply Unit “Grandioso PS1XE” Launch
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ESOTERIC will launch its flagship integrated Super Audio CD player “Grandioso K1XE,” equipped with the next-generation “Master Sound Discrete DAC G2,” and the external enhanced power supply unit “Grandioso PS1XE” on November 1, 2026.
New function automatically retrieves the pin location for the day! Serious golf smartwatch “HONMA×HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro NEW” goes on sale October 29 (Thursday)
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華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the “HONMA×HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro NEW,” a serious golf smartwatch developed in collaboration with 株式会社本間ゴルフ, on October 29. Its new feature, LivePin, displays the pin location in real time. The estimated market price is 62,480 yen (tax included).
Facts
Estimated market price: 62,480 yen
On sale starting October 29 (Thursday)
Compatible with more than 700 golf courses in Japan
Approximately 21 days with normal use※2
Approximately 40 hours even when working out with GPS enabled
Maximum brightness of 3,000 nits
Vivid golf course maps for more than 17,000 courses worldwide
華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the fully wireless “HUAWEI FreeBuds Neo,” featuring world-class noise cancellation and support for high-resolution audio, on October 21 at an estimated market price of 17,380 yen.
Manage your health more easily with a one-touch health check! “HUAWEI WATCH 6” features advanced sports functions and a slimmer, refined design; launches November 5 (Thursday)
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華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the “HUAWEI WATCH 6” smartwatch, equipped with advanced health management and sports functions, on November 5. The estimated market price is 71,280 yen (tax included).
New skiing functions and “Body Status”! The smartwatch “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7” delivers advances in sports and health management and lasts 21 days; launches October 29 (Thursday)
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華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7” smartwatch, with enhanced skiing and health management functions, on October 29.
【ココモーラ】Professor Harumi Asakura of Shukutoku University joins the credit card category!
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ココモーラ welcomed Professor Harumi Asakura of Shukutoku University as a supervisor and conducted an original interview about how to use cash and credit cards when traveling overseas, as well as cashless payment conditions at tourist destinations.
Facts
Adoption of cashless payment methods rose by 20 percentage points
The proportion of customers who actually pay cashlessly remains at 50%
A new line arrives in late October from the world’s No.1* mini-car brand, Hot Wheels, bringing the popular action film series “Fast & Furious,” which celebrates its 25th anniversary, to life!
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マテル・インターナショナル株式会社 will launch a new Hot Wheels line in late October to mark the 25th anniversary of the “Fast & Furious” series. It will also partner with NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメントジャパン合同会社 to hold a campaign and car tour.
G LION GROUP to begin phased opening of superyacht hub at Kobe Port in spring 2027, with full opening planned for 2028; public-private partnership with 神戸市 aims to create a new model for Japan’s waterfront
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G LION GROUP, in partnership with 神戸市, will develop a superyacht hub, “SUPER YACHT BASE KOBE,” at Kobe Port. Partial use of the mooring facilities will begin in spring 2027, with the full opening, including a complex, planned for 2028.
The first collaboration cafe for the “Chugai 推しアピシリーズ” is coming to Chugai Grace Cafe’s Osaka location! New items include sweets customizable with your favorite characters and colorful aurora drinks, along with new merchandise to enhance your fan activities!
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中外鉱業株式会社 will hold a collaboration cafe featuring the “Chugai 推しアピシリーズ” at Chugai Grace Cafe’s Osaka location from October 29 to November 29, 2026. Takeout menu items and limited-edition merchandise will be available.
New merchandise from the “Chugai 推しアピシリーズ,” supporting your fan activities, will be unveiled at “AGF2026”! On sale at the 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]!
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中外鉱業株式会社 will sell new items from the “Chugai 推しアピシリーズ” (acrylic card cases, multi-quote charms, collection stands, and acrylic parts) at the 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23] during “Animate Girls Festival 2026,” taking place at Ikebukuro Sunshine City on November 7–8, 2026.
Gut bacteria link dietary fiber to “intestinal mucosal repair”
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A research group including 順天堂大学 has elucidated how alginate, a dietary fiber derived from seaweed, increases taurine through gut bacteria and promotes intestinal mucosal repair. Experiments in mice and a clinical trial involving patients with ulcerative colitis after FMT therapy confirmed the consistency of the biological pathway, but found no significant improvement in clinical symptoms.
株式会社イートアンドフーズ will launch 2 new products, “Crispy-Winged Round Xiaolongbao” and “Juicy Meat-Bomb Baked Dumplings,” at the Taiwanese retailer 全聯福利中心Pxmart starting in October 2026.
SIXPAD to exhibit at “Beautyworld Japan Osaka 2026,” showcasing a wide range of products from home-use to professional amid growing interest in pelvic floor muscle care
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株式会社MTG’s training brand SIXPAD exhibited at “Beautyworld Japan Osaka 2026,” held at INTEX Osaka from October 19 to 21, 2026, showcasing products for pelvic floor muscle care, from home-use to professional.
JCB to launch new premium card “Krungsri JCB Ultimate” with Thailand’s Krungsriayudhya Card Co., Ltd.
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JCB has partnered with Thailand’s Krungsriayudhya Card Co., Ltd. to begin issuing the new premium card “Krungsri JCB Ultimate” on November 1, 2026.
Facts
Begins on Nov. 1, 2026
5x points
1 point for every 25 baht spent
2 points = 1 JALマイレージバンク mile
Up to 20 million baht
Up to 5% cashback
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェーシービー、株式会社ジェーシービー・インターナショナル、JCB、Krungsriayudhya Card Co., Ltd.、Krungsriayudhya Card、Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited、三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ、MUFG、JALマイレージバンク
Last year’s hugely popular “Afternoon Tea” Christmas market is expanding to 3 cities nationwide: Yokohama, Nagoya and Sendai! Limited-edition original tea drinks and food featuring the delicious taste of tea, perfect for winter
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Kirin Beverage’s “Afternoon Tea” will hold Christmas markets in 3 cities nationwide this year, adding Nagoya and Sendai to last year’s Yokohama event. The markets will offer 6 original tea drinks and food made with tea powder for a limited time, creating opportunities to experience the brand.
Money Forward conducts survey on corporate AI use and spending management
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株式会社マネーフォワード conducted a survey on the adoption and spending management of AI tools. The survey found that 76.9% of adoptions were led by frontline teams, while fragmented payment methods and cost-bearing departments made tracking costs a challenge.
[New Furusato Nozei offering] Travel points for Asahikawa, Hokkaido, now available! [ふるなびトラベル]
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株式会社アイモバイル announced that, starting October 21, 2026, it began offering travel points for Asahikawa, Hokkaido, through “ふるなびトラベル,” its travel-experience reward program on the Furusato Nozei website “ふるなび.”
[YOKI MATSUSHIMA] Moon-viewing experience and full-moon kaiseki featuring a rickshaw ride and aromatherapy, available only on 11/24 (Tue.) and 12/24 (Thu.)
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YOKI MATSUSHIMA, operated by 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート, will offer a special accommodation plan featuring a moon-viewing experience by rickshaw and an aromatherapy craft experience, available only during the full moons on November 24 and December 24.
Students aspiring to become professionals support the dreams of high school students who love music: entertainment departments at 国際アート＆デザイン大学校 join forces to support the “SNEAKER AGES” Tohoku Regional Grand Prix
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国際アート＆デザイン大学校 (A&D), part of NSGグループ, provided special support for the “SNEAKER AGES” Tohoku Regional Grand Prix, held on October 3, 2026, supporting high school light music clubs’ performances with sound, video and event operations. Teikyo Yasumi High School won the Grand Prix.
Facts
6th National High School Light Music Club Tournament
8th Tohoku Regional Grand Prix
Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
15 schools from 6 prefectures in Tohoku participated
3 departments for aspiring entertainment professionals
[ホテル近鉄ユニバーサル・シティ] A festive Italian buffet to brighten winter nights: “Winter Italian Fair ~Buon appetito~”
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The restaurant E-Poch at ホテル近鉄ユニバーサル・シティ will hold the “Winter Italian Fair” dinner buffet from November 9 to December 25, 2026, with Christmas menu items added in the latter half of the event.
[ホテルメトロポリタン] A blissful moment woven from chestnuts and chocolate: “Seasonal Parfait” at the Suzukake Mezzanine Lounge
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A new parfait, “Seasonal Parfait,” combining Japanese chestnuts, Italian chestnuts and chocolate, will go on sale at the Suzukake Mezzanine Lounge at ホテルメトロポリタン starting November 1, 2026.
Vampire MMORPG “VAMPIR”: Players from multiple servers gather! Elite dungeon “Hall of Holy Grace” added
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ネットマーブル has launched the elite dungeon “Hall of Holy Grace” and the regular season of the 5v5 PvP “Arena” in the latest update to the MMORPG “VAMPIR,” and is also holding a Halloween event.