“安堵屋 三峯神社店” to grand-open on November 6 (Friday) — Enjoy Chichibu flavors at the foot of Mitsumine Shrine. Soft opening begins October 25 (Sunday)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人ちちぶ結いまち announced that “安堵屋 三峯神社店,” located at the foot of Mitsumine Shrine, will grand-open on November 6, 2026. A soft opening will begin on October 25, and the venue will serve Chichibu specialties in a restaurant with dine-in seating.
“People with disabilities are not weak”: Entrepreneurs aiming for space with prosthetic legs and an ALS DJ who performs using eye gaze gather in Yotsuya, Tokyo
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
合同会社ダブルレインボー and NPO法人ダブルレインボー will hold the “Inclusive Business Leaders Summit 2026” on October 31, 2026, at the Komore Yotsuya Tower Conference in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Business leaders from diverse backgrounds, including an entrepreneur aiming for space with prosthetic legs and an ALS DJ who performs using eye gaze, will take the stage. The event is open to everyone, regardless of disability.
株式会社ANCHORS, part of the MiraiVets Partners group, begins joint research with the University of Tokyo and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ANCHORS, part of the MiraiVets Partners group, has begun joint research with the University of Tokyo and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology to develop personalized molecular targeted drug therapies for tumors in dogs and cats.
Facts
50 facilities across 15 prefectures nationwide
49 veterinary hospitals
1 testing facility
Companies mentioned：MiraiVets Partners株式会社、株式会社ANCHORS、株式会社Japan Animal Care Holdings、JPAC
epii’s “Gentle Longevity” introduces the new “HPT6” series. 4 types—5% and 10% × Drop and Cream—go on sale October 23
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Global skincare brand “epii” will launch its new “HPT6” series for skin firmness care on October 23, 2026. The lineup includes 4 types of drops and creams containing HPT and Matrixyl Synthé’6, and will be available on Qoo10.
Participation report: DO株式会社 President Akika Yoshimoto invited to “Asia Women Leaders International Summit 2026,” held at the United Nations ESCAP Conference Center
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Akika Yoshimoto, president of DO株式会社, was invited to participate in the “Asia Women Leaders International Summit 2026” in Bangkok, Thailand. She will use the insights gained to strengthen support for human capital management and the promotion of DEI.
Facts
Sept. 16 and 17, 2026
Approximately 300 leaders
Sessions over 2 days
Around 3,000 people annually
HR support for approximately 1,500 companies
More than 7,000 career consultations
Established: December 26, 2024
Capital: ¥2,500,000
Companies mentioned：DO株式会社、一般社団法人アジア女性リーダーズフォーラム、在タイ日本国大使館、ソフトバンク通信、立上、パルコグループ、Forbes JAPAN
Grafana Labs announces fast full-text search and smart data optimization features for Grafana Cloud at ObservabilityCON 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
At ObservabilityCON 2026, Grafana Labs announced the general availability of “Grafana Cloud Logs,” a fast full-text search feature built on technology from its acquisition of Logline, and a new component for its cost-optimization tool, “Adaptive Telemetry.”
Facts
Of the 300 people surveyed
78% said their observability spending increased last year
73% expect it to continue increasing
Adding new products to the stack (61%)
An increase in the number of items to monitor as AI accelerates development (60%)
Previously, processing about 1 terabyte of logs took 3 minutes, but
Previously, processing about 1 terabyte of logs took
The data to be processed has been reduced to about 100 gigabytes
Processing time has also fallen to under 3 seconds
The amount of data processed during searches has fallen by 80–90%
Telemetry costs have been reduced by an average of 30–50%
Traces from the past 24 hours can be retrieved by trace ID
Used by more than 10,000 companies
With team members in more than 40 countries
Companies mentioned：Grafana Labs、グラファナラボ日本合同会社、Logline、ETR、Futurum社、DATEV eG、Mux、TeleTracking、Auditboard、Rapid7、IDC、Anthropic、Bloomberg、NVIDIA、Microsoft、Salesforce、Lightspeed Venture Partners、Sequoia Capital、GIC、Coatue、J.P. Morgan、CapitalG、Lead Edge Capital
“ジョブサ品川区 リワークＰｌｕｓ,” which supports employees on leave as they return to work, to open in Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on Sunday, Nov. 1
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社デザインマインドカンパニー will open a new “就労移行支援事業所 ジョブサ品川区 リワークＰｌｕｓ” in Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 1, 2026, to support employees on leave as they return to work.
AI-native CRM “Frictio” wins High Performer in 2 categories at “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
AI-native CRM “Frictio,” developed by 株式会社SYSLEA, won High Performer in the AI meeting-minutes generation tool and transcription software categories at “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” an award presented by アイティクラウド株式会社’s “ITreview.”
Facts
Approximately 164,000 reviews
A score of 4.8 in the AI meeting-minutes generation tool category
A score of 4.9 in the transcription software category
FutureRays株式会社 marks its 20th anniversary, embarking on the next stage of creating the future through challenges alongside businesses
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
FutureRays株式会社 will mark its 20th anniversary on Oct. 24, 2026. It aims to accelerate the use of AI and overseas expansion and become a company with annual sales of 10 billion yen by 2032.
Facts
20th anniversary of founding
We will mark our 20th anniversary on Oct. 24, 2026
UnityStep AI and レンゴー begin a proof of concept to optimize product storage areas using shipment records
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社UnityStep AI and レンゴー have begun a proof of concept at レンゴー’s Tone River Plant to optimize storage areas for corrugated board products and reduce loading times using shipment records.
Survey of AI responses about serums: キュレル leads in both brand mention rate at 18.2% and official-site citation rate at 2.5%
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社プレティアジャパン surveyed brand mentions and official-site citations in AI responses for 10 cosmetics brands in Japan. キュレル ranked first in both, with a mention rate of 18.2% and an official-site citation rate of 2.5%.
Facts
Mention rate: 18.2%
Official-site citation rate: 2.5%
4,313 valid responses
A total of 4,400 questions asked
メラノCC 12.5%
DECORTÉ 11.6%
Mention rate: 2.0%
Official-site citation rate: 2.2%
Brand mention rate: 39.5%
Official-site citation rate: 5.6%
Mention rate: 33.2%
Official-site citation rate: 7.5%
Mention rate: 14.3%
IPSA had an official-site citation rate of 4.7%
Mention rate: 20.3%
IPSA had an official-site citation rate of 3.1%
Companies mentioned：株式会社プレティアジャパン、キュレル、メラノCC、DECORTÉ、IPSA、SHISEIDO、ORBIS、FANCL、ETVOS、POLA、KANEBO、ChatGPT、Google AI Overview、Google AI Mode、Gemini、Copilot、株式会社プレティア
An option that doesn’t compromise on listening while doing other things. “NUARL νClip” true wireless earbuds with hybrid drivers go on sale in a “Step-Up Support Campaign” at 15% OFF from Oct. 23 (Fri.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A 15% OFF campaign will run from Oct. 23, 2026, through Jan. 31, 2027, for the “NUARL νClip-SE” ear-cuff-style true wireless earbuds from the audio brand “NUARL,” operated by エム・ティ・アイ株式会社.
Facts
15% OFF
Regular suggested retail price: 17,600 yen (tax included)
[Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam] Japanese izakaya “川島商店2号店” opens in the Japanese quarter, serving wagyu shabu-shabu, oysters from across Japan and hand-wrapped shumai
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Japanese izakaya “川島商店2号店” opened on Sept. 16, 2026, in the Japanese quarter of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It serves wagyu shabu-shabu, oysters from across Japan and hand-wrapped shumai, with 川島浩司 and others from 株式会社J・リンクス involved in its investment and operation.
Medical and welfare industry job site “コメディカルドットコム” surpasses 30,000 client organizations
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The number of organizations using “コメディカルドットコム,” a job site specializing in the medical and welfare industries operated by セカンドラボ株式会社, has surpassed 30,000.
クラウドプロ株式会社 joins the group of 株式会社ハイブリッドテクノロジーズ, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
クラウドプロ株式会社 will join the group of Hybrid Technologies, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market, and become its subsidiary effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Shizuoka City housing company 住家 to hold “THE PORT MARCHE vol.4,” bringing together local creators, on Nov. 8 (Sun.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Shizuoka City housing company 株式会社住家 will hold “THE PORT MARCHE vol.4” at its studio, “THE PORT,” on Nov. 8, 2026. A total of 20 vendors across 2 categories, crafts and food, will gather for this free event.
The latest OSAMU GOODS × HASAMI collaboration is a somewhat nostalgic 3-compartment lunch plate.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A 3-compartment lunch plate and a limited-edition 50th-anniversary plate will go on sale starting Oct. 23, 2026, as the latest collaboration between Maruhiro tableware brand “HASAMI” and “OSAMU GOODS,” the character brand created by illustrator Osamu Harada.
Machidia and YE Digital to jointly build the “town information infrastructure” for the smart city under development on the former site of Kyushu University’s Hakozaki Campus
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マチディア株式会社 and YE Digital jointly proposed and won a contract for the development and operation of digital signage in the smart city on the former site of Kyushu University’s Hakozaki Campus. The project plans to begin operations in phases from fiscal 2028 and will build a “town information infrastructure” to deliver traffic, community, disaster-prevention and advertising information.
Facts
A total of 4 units will be installed in phases
55-inch LCD signage
Phased operations are scheduled to begin in fiscal 2028
Fiscal 2029: Installation and operation of signage for Phase 2 (planned)
Are you familiar with the organization-commissioned model of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team? —A Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team that draws on the experience and expertise of host organizations, including private companies and NPOs—
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 労働者協同組合ワーカーズコープ・センター事業団 is launching a new initiative in partnership with Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, using the “organization-commissioned model” under the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team program. The cooperative will undertake work commissioned by Miyoshi City and hire and train team members who will work to revitalize the community and solve local challenges.
Facts
Using the site of a former elementary school since 2014
Even after completing the maximum 3-year term
The Workers’ Cooperative Act came into effect in 2022
上関海峡温泉鳩子の湯 will reopen after renovations on Nov. 1 and hold special promotions, including a coupon-book campaign and free admission for junior high school students and younger.
Facts
Reopening after renovations on Nov. 1 (Sun.)
2 coupon books (12 tickets per book × 2)
2 coupon books (12 tickets per book × 2) ¥16,000
→¥14,000
¥2,000 cheaper than the regular price!
2 admission vouchers
(equivalent to ¥1,600)
Available for 3 days only, from Nov. 1 (Sun.) to Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)
“Makes you want to go to the ballpark”: New web media outlet “Baseball Compass” offers a fresh professional baseball viewing experience
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社メイカヒット has launched “Baseball Compass,” a web media outlet that aims to make attending professional baseball games more enjoyable. The outlet is run by a team of people working side jobs or as freelancers who are affiliated with “メイカラ,” and provides information on ballpark events, interviews and more.
“Sheep Festa 2026,” offering a look at the state of sheep farming in Japan, to be held at Nakano Central Park on Nov. 7 and 8
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
An executive committee led by 羊齧協会 will hold “Sheep Festa 2026 in Nakano Antenna Street” at Nakano Central Park on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. A total of 24 booths will offer lamb dishes from Japan and abroad, wool goods and more. The event will also feature the first appearance in Japan of chefs from South Korea and a character selection contest.
Tsubame BHB’s commercial-scale demonstration ammonia synthesis plant produces ammonia in INPEX Kashiwazaki’s integrated demonstration project and begins supplying it to Mitsubishi Gas Chemical
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The commercial-scale demonstration ammonia synthesis plant installed by つばめBHB株式会社 produced ammonia as part of INPEX Kashiwazaki’s integrated demonstration test and began supplying it to Mitsubishi Gas Chemical on Oct. 22, 2026.
Facts
Starting October 22, 2026
400-500℃
10-30 MPa
300-400℃
3-5 MPa
2017
Companies mentioned：つばめBHB株式会社、東京科学大学、東京工業大学、株式会社INPEX、三菱ガス化学株式会社、味の素株式会社、Cleantech Group、環境省、CNET Japan
“A Gift from the Mountain Hut” ramen tasting event held in Töv Province, Mongolia —74.1% of survey respondents said they would “like to eat it again”—
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Onono Village partnered with Trailhead Global Holdings to hold a tasting event for “Kyushu Chikuho Ramen Yamagoya” in Töv Province, Mongolia. In the survey, 74.1% said they would “like to eat it again,” and local businesses also expressed interest in being supplied with noodles.
Facts
Approximately 1,000 servings in total were offered for tasting
In addition, 71.8% of responses were positive
The combined share of “highly recommend” and “recommend” responses was 83.3%
Over 2 days, Oct. 9 and 10, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社Onono Corporation、株式会社Onono Village、Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社、ワイエスフード社
PARCO CITY launches the 2nd installment of its brand campaign “We the FUTURE.” —Featuring young shisa artisan Yuto Arakaki—
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
サンエー浦添西海岸 PARCO CITY launched a creative campaign on Oct. 23 as the 2nd installment of its brand campaign “WE the FUTURE.,” featuring shisa artisan 新垣優人, who is involved in the restoration of Shuri Castle. In addition, 14 stores, including 4 making their first openings in the prefecture, will open this fall and winter.
Facts
Launched in March 2026
Launching on Friday, Oct. 23
Scheduled for Nov. 23
Born in 1994 in Yomitan Village, Okinawa Prefecture
Working under his father since 2016
Received the top prize at the Okinawa Prefecture Craft Exhibition in 2025
In 2026, he created and installed the “onigawara” roof ornament for the Shuri Castle Main Hall
14 stores will OPEN
4 stores opening in the prefecture for the first time
Easy to see dust mites, pollen, and pet hair—and feel the difference when they’re picked up! New from Kohnan Original: “LIFELEX Angled-Cut Adhesive Cleaner 3-Pack (Black/Green)”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Kohnan Shoji launched a 3-pack of adhesive cleaners from its original brand “LIFELEX,” with black sheets for dust mites and pollen and green sheets for pet hair, on its official e-commerce site in September 2026.
Two hands-on events to be held simultaneously at SOD headquarters on Nov. 7 and 8; participants wanted!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
SODクリエイト株式会社 will hold 2 hands-on events simultaneously at ソフト・オン・デマンド headquarters on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026: “Nakano Ward △▽ Production Company’s 〇〇 Job Experience” and the “National Gender Survey Exhibition.”
株式会社double makes its Kyushu debut] Osaka-born specialty Japanese donut shop “STANDARD DONUTS” to grand-open on Tenjin Nishidori in Fukuoka on Oct. 30!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社double announced that the first Kyushu location of “STANDARD DONUTS,” a specialty Japanese donut shop operated by 株式会社温度, will grand-open on Tenjin Nishidori in Fukuoka on Oct. 30, 2026.
Real estate brokerage × interiors: from finding a property to creating your ideal space. Launch of “Custom-Made Residence”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社KIZUNA FACTORY, in collaboration with 株式会社Praemio, has launched “Custom-Made Residence,” a new service combining real estate brokerage and interior coordination.
Facts
Purchase price of 100 million yen or more
Monthly rent of 300,000 yen or more
Originalコーディネート料の追加費用は0円
Interior coordination for more than 300 rooms annually
Tour Hamamatsucho with the voice of Bunka Hoso announcer Erika Maeda. In-bus audio guidance offered on free shuttle buses
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人浜松町芝大門エリアマネジメント will provide in-bus audio guidance by announcer Erika Maeda during trial operations of the “Hamamatsucho Free Shuttle Bus,” running from Oct. 31 to Nov. 8, 2026, with support from 株式会社文化放送.
Facts
From Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, through Sunday, Nov. 8
A bus that connects destinations in about 60 minutes
The bus will make a circuit of 7 stops in about 60 minutes
4 courses in total
9 days, from Saturday, October 31, 2026, to Sunday, November 8
Operating hours are from 10 to 21
Applications are open through Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
GE Creative sends its brand message from Shibuya. A 15-second video will air at the Shibuya 109 Forum Vision from Oct. 23, and the corporate website will also undergo a full refresh.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社GEクリエイティブ will air a 15-second brand message video at the Shibuya 109 Forum Vision starting Oct. 23, 2026, and will completely revamp its corporate website on the same day.
こんにちハロー to participate in “FNDM Dubai 2026,” a pop culture event in Dubai
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社こんにちハロー will participate in “FNDM Dubai 2026,” a pop culture event held in Dubai on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026, and screen Japanese anime works translated into Arabic and adapted into video at the 白糸酒造 booth.
Taiwanese sheet mask brand “私のきれい日記” launches a new daily mask carrying on the legacy of its signature “Black Pearl”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Taiwanese sheet mask brand “私のきれい日記” will launch a new daily mask series for the Japanese market on Oct. 23, 2026. The 2 types are a brightening mask containing glutathione and an anti-aging care mask containing NMN, priced at 780 yen each (before tax).
Why not turn the time saved on bathroom mold cleaning with anti-mold gel into “time to rest for yourself”?
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ジョンソン株式会社 is launching the “Mold Leave” initiative, which turns time gained by reducing the effort of mold cleaning into “time to rest for yourself,” along with a related campaign.
Facts
About 8 hours per year
About 20 minutes on average
About 6 weeks
1,105 men and women
Companies mentioned：ジョンソン株式会社、S.C. Johnson and Son, Inc.、エデルマン・ジャパン
Online specialty retailer of glass and mirrors in Fukui launches free online classes on insulating windows and glass
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
OOKABE GLASS株式会社, an online specialty retailer of glass and mirrors in Fukui, began accepting registrations for free online classes on insulating windows and glass on Oct. 16, 2026.
NiX JAPAN selected for Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Next Edge Tokyo” program to support growth of mid-sized companies
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
NiX JAPAN株式会社 has been selected for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Next Edge Tokyo” support program and will develop a “regional infrastructure portfolio management business” to address local governments’ infrastructure maintenance challenges.
Facts
One of the 6 companies selected for support
50% responded that “the number of personnel with expertise in repair design and construction is declining”
85% of institutions and departments responded that they “have not implemented or considered it”
Major buyers from the Tokyo metropolitan area converge on Fukui Prefecture’s Reinan region! 3-day tour to discover local producers to expand sales channels for regional food products
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
アールイー株式会社 will support a tour to discover local producers, inviting approximately 10 buyers from the Tokyo metropolitan area from Oct. 29 to 31, 2026, in collaboration with 3 towns in Fukui Prefecture as a project commissioned by the Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Facts
July 2026 (Reiwa 8)
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
Saturday, the 31st
3 days
Approximately 10 buyers from the Tokyo metropolitan area
HIX AI launches “Projects,” a new feature that centrally manages all tasks! Connects fragmented work and automates long-term projects
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
INNOVATE AI PTE. LTD. released “Projects,” a new feature for centrally managing long-term work in HIX AI, on Oct. 22, 2026. The feature enables the integration of files and deliverables, retention of context, and implementation of 7 new capabilities (project instructions, memory, files, skills, external integrations, recurring tasks, and output deliverables), helping reduce duplicate work and promote use as an ongoing AI partner.
Developing people who create vibrant communities. Tobu Real Estate opens the 4th term of its “Kotomachi College”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
東武不動産株式会社 will open the 4th term of the “Kotomachi College Learning Creator Course 2026,” which develops people to create vibrant communities in Sumida Ward, with the cooperation of 株式会社リバネス.
Facts
More than 40 learning creators have been trained to date
Opening today! New displays, including “Butterfly Swing” and “Rainbow Animals,” debut at “Kobe Illuminage,” one of Japan’s largest winter light festivals
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人日本イルミネーション協会 announced that “Kobe Illuminage” will open on Oct. 23. The event, now in its 17th year, will feature new displays including “Butterfly Swing,” “Rainbow Animals,” and a “Balloon Play Area.” It is scheduled to run from Oct. 23, 2026, to Feb. 14, 2027.
OneAcre × SBS brings vertical short drama “Doubt Call” to broadcast TV and TVer! Surpasses 1,300 TVer favorites!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社One Acre and Shizuoka Broadcasting System (SBS) have re-edited the vertical short drama “Doubt Call” for television and begun broadcasting and streaming it on SBS TV and TVer. The number of TVer favorites has surpassed 1,359.
NewMatch’s offline social network “Club” holds its 4th collaborative event with a creator. “Hot Pot Feast Club,” featuring Komatsu no Sakura of “Ikebukuro dialect,” takes place in Shinjuku on Wednesday, Oct. 28
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ONE株式会社 announced that it will hold the 4th collaborative event, “Hot Pot Feast Club w/Komatsu no Sakura,” in Shinjuku on Oct. 28, 2026, through “Club,” the real-world event feature of the offline social network “NewMatch,” with creator Komatsu no Sakura as host.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Small groups of 6–8 people
Held 597 times in total
Total participants: 2,852
Participant satisfaction: 9.1 out of 10
88% of participants said, “There was someone at Club I wanted to see again”
Applications were 3.56 times the available spots based on the announcement alone
株式会社テレコメディア signs comprehensive partnership agreement with 徳島県那賀町
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社テレコメディア signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 徳島県那賀町 on Oct. 16, 2026. The two parties will work together to address local challenges, revitalize the area, and conduct demonstrations of health and monitoring DX, with a particular focus on building systems such as recommendations to seek medical care based on AI analysis using smart rings.
【Important Notice】Impact of PHP vulnerabilities on our services
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Felo株式会社 announced that an investigation into PHP vulnerabilities disclosed in October 2026 found no impact on its services or customers because it does not use PHP in its service environment.
“Lapidem Tokyo Spa,” a recipient of global spa awards, completely revamps its spa programs from Oct. 25.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
“Lapidem Tokyo Spa,” operated by LAPIDEM, will completely revamp its spa programs from Oct. 25, 2026, and begin offering “FIVE SENSES JOURNEY” and special menus created by experts in various fields.
Facts
From Oct. 25, 2026
120 minutes 36,000 yen (tax included)
150 minutes 42,000 yen (tax included)
60 minutes 22,000 yen (tax included)
40 minutes 16,000 yen (tax included)
1 session 39,800 yen (tax included)
Received the award for 5 consecutive years
Companies mentioned：Lapidem株式会社、LAPIDEM、Lapidem Tokyo Spa、ラピデムトウキョウ スパ
The area around Tokyo Station becomes a reporting scene. Immersive experience game “Uwasa Ari” launches Friday, Oct. 30
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社休日ハック and 一般社団法人東京ステーションシティ運営協議会 will hold “Uwasa Ari,” an immersive experience game set around Tokyo Station, from Oct. 30, 2026. Participants take on the role of weekly magazine reporters, collecting clues around the city to uncover the truth.
Gomumari launches specialized business AI-BPO service, “Preparation of a List of Legal Requirements”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ゴムマリ株式会社 has launched a service to create a “List of Legal Requirements” by checking environmental regulations and the Fire Service Act against the equipment and materials at factories and business sites. Prices start at 200,000 yen, and operations will begin on Oct. 23, 2026.
Facts
Starting Oct. 23, 2026
Prices start at ¥200,000
Estimated delivery time: 1–2 weeks
There were approximately 251,700 as of the end of March 2025
Approximately 27,800 on-site inspections were conducted in fiscal 2024
There were approximately 6,600 cases in which guidance, recommendations, or advice were given
A revised edition, ISO 14001:2026, was published in April 2026
PAÑPURI’s holiday collection “LIMINAL CURRENTS” to debut in Japan, with releases beginning Nov. 12, 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Thailand-based wellness fragrance brand PAÑPURI will release its holiday collection “LIMINAL CURRENTS,” making its debut in Japan, in stages starting Nov. 12, 2026.
Ballista launches “Problem-Solving OS,” a talent development program to build the skills needed in the AI era: assessing, designing, and driving solutions
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Ballista has launched “Problem-Solving OS,” a talent development program to acquire the problem-solving skills sought in the AI era: assessing, designing, and driving solutions.
enechain agrees on technical collaboration with 日本気象協会 for its “eBalance” supply-demand management system
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社enechain and 一般財団法人日本気象協会 have agreed to technically integrate “eBalance,” a supply-demand management system for electricity providers, with 日本気象協会’s weather information and demand forecasting services.
Hiring but unable to retain staff: Building organizations through “evaluation” and “development.” ダブルエム to hold free online seminar for executives and HR managers in November
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ダブルエム, together with Social Healthcare Design株式会社, will hold a free online seminar from Nov. 10 to 20 on the theme “An organization where people stay and take initiative.” Lecturer Masanobu Kamegaya will present examples of organization-building based on evaluation and development.
[Osaki Electric Group] Begins field demonstration tests of smart meters for entry into the U.S. market
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
EDMI, a 100% subsidiary of 大崎電気工業, has begun smart meter demonstration tests with Oklahoma electric utility CREC as it prepares to enter the U.S. market. The company plans to verify commercial viability starting in fiscal 2025 and launch multiple demonstration tests during fiscal 2026.
Facts
100% subsidiary
Starting in fiscal 2025
During fiscal 2026
For more than 45 years
Companies mentioned：大崎電気工業株式会社、EDMI Limited、Central Rural Electric Cooperative
[Nov. 7 and 8, Kitanakagusuku Village] Open house for a spacious, fully separated multi-generational home on an approximately 90-tsubo site
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ou2株式会社 will hold an open house on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026, in Kitanakagusuku Village, Okinawa Prefecture, for a fully separated multi-generational wooden home with 2 stories on an approximately 90-tsubo site.
[Completion announcement] “Kakikukekoppu-chan,” a pronunciation-check picture book for 5-year-old health checkups: Helping assess children’s language development with a book created by a speech-language-hearing therapist
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人ことばサポートネット will develop and release “Kakikukekoppu-chan,” a picture book designed for pronunciation checks at 5-year-old health checkups. Created by a speech-language-hearing therapist with support from 洲崎福祉財団, the book is intended for use both in person and online. Proceeds will go toward raising awareness of articulation disorders and providing free consultations.
A festive 2026 Christmas cake from シルスマリア, the shop where nama chocolate originated
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社シルスマリア began accepting reservations for its Christmas cakes on Oct. 1, 2026. New products include “X’mas Ishidatami Chocolate,” “X’mas Strawberry Decoration,” and a petit gâteau set.
AVANTIA and 日本エコシステム sponsor the 24th Aichi Prefecture Junior Sports Clubs Volleyball Exchange Tournament
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社AVANTIA sponsored the 24th Aichi Prefecture Junior Sports Clubs Volleyball Exchange Tournament together with 日本エコシステム, supporting the event, which drew a total of 26 teams: 10 boys’ teams and 16 girls’ teams.
三井物産セキュアディレクション株式会社 launches trial program for “AI DevSecOps,” combining vulnerability assessment expertise with AI
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
三井物産セキュアディレクション株式会社 has launched a paid trial program for “AI DevSecOps,” combining vulnerability assessment expertise with AI, and is recruiting participating companies.
DUMSCO presents at Saudi Arabia’s “The Garage Accelerator Cohort 10 Demo Day,” showcasing heat-risk countermeasure service “GoANZEN”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社DUMSCO presented at the startup event “The Garage Accelerator Cohort 10 Demo Day” in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, showcasing its heat-risk countermeasure service “GoANZEN.” It was the only Japanese company selected for the accelerator program and highlighted its heat-risk prediction technology using sensors and AI, as well as the potential for expansion in the Middle East through collaboration with the University of Tokyo’s MbSC2030.
Facts
Oct. 13, 2026 (local time)
Cohort 10
Predicts heat risks up to 72 hours in advance
20 startups presented their technologies and businesses
We were selected as one of the 12 companies to pitch
[Event report] Approximately 400 attended “What Is a Death with Dignity?”; event sold out 1 month in advance, and approximately 95% of participants said they “would like to talk with their family”
Selected for “Best101” in the “Press Release Awards 2026” hosted by PR TIMES. A “countermeasures manual” for car users, published urgently the day after hail damage, earns recognition
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社イケウチ was selected for “Best101” in the “Press Release Awards 2026” hosted by PR TIMES. The selection recognized its countermeasures manual for car users, published urgently the day after hail damage.
DeltaForesight, supported by Fracton Ventures since its founding, completes seed-round funding and protocol launch
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
DeltaForesight, supported by Fracton Ventures, completed fundraising totaling 324 million yen in September 2026 and launched the DeFi protocol “JPY DeFi” and stablecoin “JPYdf” on the Ethereum mainnet on October 15.
LOCUS BRiDGE to hold free online event “Learning from Shirahama Town: How to Advance Public-Private Collaboration” on Monday, November 9, at 企業公民連携LAB
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社LOCUS BRiDGE will hold the free online event “Learning from Shirahama Town: How to Advance Public-Private Collaboration” on November 9, 2026. Takashi Kamatani of Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, will be a guest speaker, explaining collaboration with local governments and the process of turning projects into businesses.
Turning existing software assets “read by people” into development assets “read by AI”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
NTT株式会社 has developed technology that automatically detects and corrects inconsistencies among documentation, code, and tests in existing software, transforming them into a state that is easy for AI to understand (AI-Ready). In a preliminary experiment, the inconsistency detection rate improved from 27% to 80% compared with the conventional rate, and potential bugs were also detected.
“MIRAGE,” the 2026 Fall/Winter Collection from organic towel brand “Hippopotamus”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Organic towel brand “Hippopotamus” has unveiled its 2026 Fall/Winter Collection, “MIRAGE.” The collection features 3 colors—deep crimson, amber, and misty blue—and is set to include towels, room shoes, and other items.
[Chiropractic × Fitness] zenkenkai enters business partnership with World Fit
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Chiropractic organization “zenkenkai” announced that it entered into a business partnership with 株式会社ワールドフィット effective October 1, and will bring a total of 6 stores across 3 of the company’s brands under direct management.
Facts
Effective October 1
6 stores
Effective October 1, 2026
3 brands
Since its founding in 1977
50th anniversary
In 2027
Companies mentioned：zenkenkai、株式会社ワールドフィット、BEYOND Life Style Gym、CRONOS、Pilates KASANE、b-monster、BeEARTH、全国健康生活普及会、株式会社日本直販総本社
DroR to hold free online study session for business leaders and HR professionals on November 19; 5th session to focus on survey administration
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社DroR will hold the 5th session in its “DroR Lab Study Session Series,” a free online study group for business leaders and HR professionals, on November 19, 2026. The topic will be administering engagement surveys, and the speaker will be CEO Makoto Yamanaka.
Facts
Nov. 19, 2026
13:00〜14:30
Capacity: approximately 30 people
5 episodes in total
90 minutes
Capital: 10,000,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社DroR、DroR Corporation、Frontiers in Psychology
“AIMA Nihonbashi,” an apartment hotel where guests can stay as if living in Nihonbashi, to open on October 23, 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
カソク株式会社 will open “AIMA Nihonbashi,” a long-stay apartment hotel, in Nihonbashi-Honishicho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, on October 23, 2026. It will have 37 rooms, each equipped with a kitchen and washing machine, and can accommodate up to 8 guests.
A future where everyone can enjoy music through the power of AI and music: AlphaTheta sponsors international “Music & AI Hackathon 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
AlphaTheta株式会社 sponsored the international “Music & AI Hackathon 2026,” held in Austria in September 2026, and proposed a theme focused on improving accessibility using its “Chordcat” product. Team “Sound Flux,” which developed a project under this theme, took 1st place overall.
Nijisanji’s 魔界ノりりむ and 栞葉るり brought to life as buildable “Mitacle Block” figures! Orders open October 23
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社G-ant announced that it will sell 2 made-to-order “Mitacle Block” buildable figures of 魔界ノりりむ and 栞葉るり, members of the VTuber group “にじさんじ,” operated by ANYCOLOR株式会社. The order period runs from October 23 to November 18, 2026.
久留米工業大学 and 株式会社エンリッション will open “知るカフェ,” a career support cafe run by students, on campus starting in November, and will hold a ceremony on October 30, 2026.
Facts
Opening in November
Opening ceremony to be held on Friday, October 30, 2026
Original利用学生の約6割
About 660,000 university and graduate students annually
Held about 6,700 times annually
Founded: 2013
Companies mentioned：久留米工業大学、株式会社エンリッション、エンリッション、九州大学、北九州市立大学、東京大学、京都大学、早稲田大学、慶應義塾大学、Mitty株式会社、ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL株式会社、E nrission India Pvt.Ltd
Leather shoulder bag “letter” inspired by an envelope launches from “Dual,” a new line by カワニシカバン. A compact design from a Kagawa-based bag brand with 150,000 YouTube subscribers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
カワニシカバン (株式会社カワニシカバンプロダクト), based in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, will release “letter,” a leather shoulder bag inspired by an envelope, from its new “Dual” line. Priced at 44,900 yen, it will go on sale through the official online shop starting October 24, 2026.
Hutzper selected as co-creation partner for Fujitsu’s commissioned research for the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社フツパー was selected as a co-creation partner for commissioned research that Fujitsu received from the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency. The program aims to support commanders’ decision-making through multi-AI-agent technology, drawing on advanced technologies from startups and companies in non-defense industries. The research is scheduled to begin in October 2026 and run through March 2028.
Seafood Legacy signs MOU with IOJI to promote responsible seafood supply chains and protect the human rights of fishery workers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社シーフードレガシー and Indonesia Ocean Justice Initiative（IOJI）signed a memorandum of understanding（MOU）on October 23 to promote responsible seafood supply chains and protect the human rights of people working at sea, particularly Indonesian fishery workers.
The area around Tokyo Station becomes a reporting scene. Immersive experience game “Uwasa Ari” launches Friday, Oct. 30
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社休日ハック and the Tokyo Station City Management Council announced that they will hold the immersive game “Uwasa Ari,” set around Tokyo Station, starting October 30, 2026.
株式会社ウィルネクスト to hold online seminar on Nov. 27（Fri.）: “Why Do Managers Chosen Based on Seniority Fail?—How to Develop Young Managers Without Relying on Length of Service”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ウィルネクスト will hold an online seminar on Nov. 27 on developing young managers without relying on seniority. Co-hosted with ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社, the seminar will introduce selection methods using AI role-play, among other topics.
【Rental Poker】Early sales begin on Amazon on October 23—EdisonBrain’s new card game
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社NEXT announced that its new card game “Rental Poker,” under the EdisonBrain brand, will go on sale early on Amazon starting October 23, 2026. The price is 1,980 yen（tax included）.
Hakujyu Plaza, where visitors can try the “Healthtron” electrotherapy device, to open in Takarazuka, Hyogo Prefecture, in October! Aiming to build a local health community
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社白寿生科学研究所 will open Hakujyu Plaza Kobayashi, an experiential showroom where visitors can try the “Healthtron” electrotherapy device for free, in Takarazuka, Hyogo Prefecture, on October 27, 2026.
【Surveroid】“Workplace Satisfaction and Dissatisfaction”: A survey of 1,063 workers on pay, relationships, work styles and careers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社マーケティングアプリケーションズ surveyed 1,063 company employees aged 25–59 about workplace satisfaction and dissatisfaction. The satisfied group accounted for 43.9%, while the dissatisfied group made up 22.6%. Satisfaction was highest with “workplace and relationships” and lowest with “career and growth.”
Outdoor fun on the track at Toyama Velodrome: “3rd Family Day Camp in 33bank” to be held on October 24
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社JPF will hold the “3rd Family Day Camp in 33bank” at Toyama Velodrome on October 24, 2026. The free-entry event will feature live performances by artists, a planetarium tent, workshops and new sports.
株式会社モンドリアン presents a case study in which Human Academy’s Scratch teaching materials were turned into video content, enabling more independent learning and more efficient instruction.
In conjunction with the autumn event “Shitamachi.Halloween 2026,” inspired by the “Night Parade” picture scroll in the Daitokuji exhibition, a Night Parade will be held on October 31
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
OriginalVIE株式会社は、東京国立博物館および日本経済新聞社とともに開催中の「ZEN NIGHT TOKYO」にて、2026年10月31日に「シタマチ.ハロウィン2026」と連携した百鬼夜行パレードを開催する。
滝川株式会社 will launch all 6 shades of “ECHO,” the 2026 fall/winter collection from “LUXIO,” the bottle-type gel color line of the Canadian-born nail brand “AKZÉNTZ,” starting in November.
Originalフォーバル GDXリサーチ研究所「FOR SOCIAL VALUE CONSORTIUM 2026」を開催
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The フォーバル GDXリサーチ研究所 held “FOR SOCIAL VALUE CONSORTIUM 2026,” where experts spoke about small and medium-sized enterprises’ earning power and management that creates social value. A total of 387 people attended online and in person.
“Warehouse Deposit Half-Price and Refund” services launched to cut or cash out security deposits for warehouses and logistics facilities by half or up to 0 yen
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社日商保 launched its guarantee services “Warehouse Deposit Half-Price” and “Warehouse Deposit Refund” on October 23, 2026, to reduce or refund security deposits for warehouses and logistics facilities by half or up to 0 yen.
Facts
Starting Oct. 23, 2026
Screening results provided in around 5 business days
Allow around 1–1.5 months from submitting documents to signing the contract
Allow around 2 months from submitting screening documents to receiving the refund
1,000 tsubo refrigerated and frozen warehouse
9,000 yen per tsubo
Monthly rent of 9 million yen
Security deposit: 6 months’ rent = 54 million yen
Typically 3–6 months’ rent
4,600 yen per tsubo
For 1,000 tsubo, the security deposit would be 13.8 million–27.6 million yen
For 3,000 tsubo, it would be 41.4 million–82.8 million yen
The security deposit will be ¥27 million to ¥54 million.
Initial costs: ¥50.26 million
¥27.6 million, more than half the total, will be tied up as a security deposit.
¥857.7 billion in 2025
106.4% year on year
Rents for newly supplied warehouses are around 1.5 to 2 times those of existing ones.
Cold-storage warehouses that are more than 40 years old account for about 30%.
Truck drivers’ overtime work is capped at 960 hours a year.
Sites with automation equipment account for just 41% of the total.
[New service] Ragate株式会社 launches “DX/AX implementation support specialized for the apparel industry”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Ragate株式会社 has launched “DX/AX implementation support specialized for the apparel industry,” providing hands-on support for AI adoption by apparel companies. It supports reduced manual work and improved decision-making quality across 5 areas: product planning and merchandising, production, logistics, stores and e-commerce, and marketing. A 2-month free campaign is underway.
Facts
5 areas: product planning and merchandising, production and factories, logistics and inventory, stores and e-commerce, and marketing and sales promotion
Free AI implementation support for 2 months (2 weeks × 4 sprints)
Use cases are available across 6 fields, with 18 cases in total.
株式会社RePlayce announced a partnership between HR高等学院, which it operates, and 瑞穂MSC高等学校, operated by 学校法人みずほ学園. The partnership will begin with students entering in April 2027, and HR高等学院 will become a support school for 瑞穂MSC高等学校.
Facts
Starting with students entering in April 2027
Oct. 1, 2026
The 3 locations in Shibuya, Yoyogi and Yokohama are approved.
The 2 locations in Umeda and Kobe...
School recommendation program slots at 71 overseas universities