[On sale from early November 2026!] Advance notice of the launch of Koala’s March Halloween Marker Charms
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イエロー株式会社 announced that it will sell the capsule toy “Koala’s March Marker Charms” in stores in early November 2026. The collection features 6 Halloween designs, priced at ¥400 (tax included).
Solving the challenges of local-government matchmaking with a system! “きょうと婚活応援センター” launches new members-only events
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タメニー株式会社 announced new members-only events at Kyoto Prefecture’s “きょうと婚活応援センター” to encourage unmarried people to register as members and address related challenges. It will use the local-government matchmaking support system “parms” to strengthen database management, matching management and ongoing support.
A collaboration model from atmos pink and PUMA, “PUMA SPEEDCAT MIRROR BALL by atmos pink,” is here
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A collaboration model from atmos pink and PUMA, “PUMA SPEEDCAT MIRROR BALL by atmos pink,” is here. The 2 models—SPEEDCAT ATMOS PINK and SPEEDCAT WEDGE ATMOS PINK—are scheduled to go on sale on November 6, 2026. A presale will be held at atmoscon, and an event will take place at Shibuya MIYASHITA PARK on November 4.
“The Sequel to The Portopia Serial Murder Case: Burial of Oblivion,” originally created and executive-produced by Yuji Horii, set for release on Thursday, March 4, 2027! Preorders for the Nintendo Switch / Nintendo Switch 2 physical editions begin today
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株式会社ジー・モード has set March 4, 2027, as the release date for “The Sequel to The Portopia Serial Murder Case: Burial of Oblivion,” an entirely new game originally created by Yuji Horii, and has opened preorders for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 physical editions starting today.
[A family-trip scouting mission… or so they say, as Mom and Dad get seriously excited!?] Tomoharu Shoji and Hiromi Kawata take a serious 2-night, 3-day scouting trip to Singapore, a recommended destination for a first overseas trip with children! Nationwide broadcast on the TV Tokyo network on Saturday, October 31
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Announcement of the variety show “Papa and Mama’s Scouting Trip in Singapore,” in which Tomoharu Shoji and Hiromi Kawata scout out Singapore over 2 nights and 3 days. It will air from 4 p.m. on October 31, originating from テレビ愛知 and carried nationwide across 6 TV Tokyo network stations.
Notice of “Tokyo Gas Paccho Day” at the Kawasaki match on 12/4
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FC東京 will hold “Tokyo Gas Paccho Day” at its match against 川崎フロンターレ on December 4, sponsored by official partner 東京ガス株式会社. The first 39,000 attendees will receive a collaborative plush keychain, and events including a prize drawing and character appearances will be held.
[BS Nippon TV] “Ogiyahagi’s Car History”: “43 years devoted to ダイハツ! Former development engineer Osamu Fujishita joins the show! Behind the development of the 2nd-generation Copen… What car represents the culmination of his life!?” Airing at 9 p.m. on Saturday, October 24
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On the October 24 episode of BS日テレ’s “Ogiyahagi’s Car History,” former ダイハツ development engineer Osamu Fujishita will appear as a guest, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about the development of the Copen and Move Canbus, along with the history of his cars.
100th-episode anniversary PV released for the live-in rom-com ‘Nakamura-san, the Gal Who Invaded My Home,’ about a nerd and a gal!
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A PV has been released to mark the 100th installment of the manga ‘Nakamura-san, the Gal Who Invaded My Home,’ published by 双葉社. Episode 100 and 35 past episodes are also available for free on webアクション, while limited-time campaigns offering free volumes are underway on ニコニコ漫画 and Amazon Kindle.
With over 250,000 social media followers! Charismatic illustrator かずのこ releases first story illustration book, ‘Museum of Mechanisms,’ from 徳間書店!
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株式会社徳間書店 will release ‘Museum of Mechanisms,’ the first story illustration book by illustrator かずのこ, who has over 250,000 social media followers, on October 24.
‘SNK Nakoruru & Rimururu Collection’ goes on sale via the online lottery service くじコレ!
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株式会社ティームエンタテインメント began selling the ‘SNK Nakoruru & Rimururu Collection’ through the online lottery service くじコレ on October 23, 2026. Tickets cost 880 yen, with items including B2 tapestries and acrylic stands.
New original illustrated merchandise themed around ‘Donguri Bakery’ from the TV anime ‘Blue Lock’ is coming!
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株式会社ティームエンタテインメント announced that new original illustrated merchandise themed around ‘Donguri Bakery’ from the TV anime ‘Blue Lock’ will go on sale in late January 2027.
A lottery for character merchandise from the TV anime ‘Ace of the Diamond actⅡ -Second Season-’ is now on sale via ‘Marukuji’!
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株式会社ティームエンタテインメント began sales on October 23, 2026, of ‘Marukuji,’ an online lottery service offering new original merchandise from the TV anime ‘Ace of the Diamond actⅡ -Second Season-’.
Series sales top 200,000 copies! ‘A Skilled Adventurer Picks Up a Little Girl and Devotes His Second Life to Raising Her’
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株式会社一二三書房 announced that cumulative sales of the novel and comic series ‘A Skilled Adventurer Picks Up a Little Girl and Devotes His Second Life to Raising Her’ have surpassed 200,000 copies. A campaign will be held on ピッコマ to mark the milestone.
Popular series ‘I Joined My Sister’s Stream and Got Mistaken for a VTuber’ surpasses 200,000 copies in total; latest comic volume 2 goes on sale today
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一二三書房, a subsidiary of 株式会社エディア, released the latest comic volume 2 of the popular series ‘I Joined My Sister’s Stream and Got Mistaken for a VTuber,’ which has surpassed 200,000 copies in total, on October 23, 2026. To mark the release, discount campaigns will be held at digital bookstores including ピッコマ and Kindle.
2万人 of visitors thrilled by Japan’s first “SKZOO drone and fireworks show”; main event of “SKZOO in 富士急ハイランド Produced by GiGO” held
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株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment staged Japan’s first “SKZOO drone and fireworks show” as the main event of “SKZOO in 富士急ハイランド Produced by GiGO,” held at 富士急ハイランド, drawing 2万人 over 2 days.
Facts
Original2026年10月17日(土)・18日(日)
2 days
2万人 over 2 days
Friday, October 2, 2026
Oct. 26 (Mon)
2 straight years
35 countries and regions worldwide
56 performances
No. 1 for 9 consecutive releases
Companies mentioned：株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、富士急ハイランド、GiGO、JYP Entertainment、NHK、Billboard、MUFGスタジアム、国立競技場、東京ドーム、株式会社レッドクリフ、株式会社GENDA Capital、REDCLIFF, Inc.
“THE NORTH FACE Links Ikebukuro,” directly connected to the east exit of Ikebukuro Station, opens with a focus on attracting new customers in the lifestyle category
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株式会社ゴールドウイン will open “THE NORTH FACE Links Ikebukuro,” directly connected to the east exit of Ikebukuro Station, on October 24, 2026, aiming to attract new customers, particularly in the lifestyle category.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Approximately 148 tsubo
Approximately 57 tsubo
Since 2006
June 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゴールドウイン、Goldwin Inc.、THE NORTH FACE、THE NORTH FACE PURPLE LABEL、ヨドバシカメラマルチメディア池袋、LINKS IKEBUKURO
Masashi Sada 6-month consecutive programming special announced! A selection of concerts and films to air monthly starting in November!
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BS10プレミアム, operated by 株式会社ジャパネットブロードキャスティング, will air a 6-month Masashi Sada special, “Itsumo Sadamasa—ITSUMO SADAMASASHI—,” starting in November. The first month will feature the Todaiji concert and the film ‘Wings of Icarus,’ followed by concert footage from venues including Kokugikan and Tokyo International Forum.
【YECCA VECCA】Releases 2026 Winter LOOK BOOK themed “Vintage, In Motion”
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YECCA VECCA, operated by 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will release its 2026 winter LOOK BOOK, “Vintage, In Motion,” on its official online store, “STRIPE CLUB,” on October 23.
Facts
Winter 2026
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
Coat ¥30,800
Cardigan ¥8,800
Shirt ¥9,900
Coat ¥23,100
Blouson ¥31,900
Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、YECCA VECCA、STRIPE CLUB
A collaboration beer by yumegiwatone and Teenage Brewing goes on sale exclusively at Tower Records on Nov. 21! A mini-live performance will also be held!
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To celebrate the release of yumegiwatone’s 1st album, “c.o.s.,” Tower Records will sell “yume,” a collaboration beer with Teenage Brewing, exclusively in limited quantities at TOWER RECORDS BEER Shibuya Store starting Nov. 21. A mini-live performance will also be held that day.
Facts
Starting Nov. 21 (Sat.)
Alcohol content is 4.5%
Produced over the course of 10 years
3,500 yen (tax included)
2,500 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：タワーレコード株式会社、yumegiwatone、Teenage Brewing、TOWER RECORDS BEER 渋谷店、OKE STUDIO、セタオーレーベル
Featuring an original illustration! T-shirts, acrylic stands and more featuring “Cure Eclair” from “Detective Precure!” are coming! [株式会社コスパ]
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株式会社コスパ will begin advance sales in mid-December 2026 of merchandise featuring “Cure Eclair” from the anime “Detective Precure!,” including T-shirts, cushion covers, acrylic stands and pass cases.
[iFace] Celebrating its 15th anniversary, with cumulative worldwide sales surpassing 40 million units. 15th-anniversary website to launch Oct. 23
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Hamee株式会社 will launch a special website on Oct. 23, 2026, to mark the 15th anniversary of the iFace smartphone case brand and its cumulative worldwide sales surpassing 40 million units.
Hot pot season is here again! New beige color added to the easy-to-use “lightweight tabletop pot with steamer”
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株式会社ニトリ added a new beige color to its “ultra-lightweight tabletop pot with steamer series” in early October 2026 and began sales alongside its donabe-style tabletop pots and hot pot accessories.
[翠嵐 ラグジュアリーコレクションホテル 京都] Limited-time sale of “Hassui’s roasted sweet potato pudding,” served on antique Imari porcelain and featuring autumn harvests. A seasonal taste combining the rich sweetness of Beni Haruka sweet potatoes with 2 textures
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Roasted sweet potato pudding made with Beni Haruka sweet potatoes is available for a limited time in autumn at Hassui, at 翠嵐 ラグジュアリーコレクションホテル 京都.
J-WAVE’s “COMMON GROUND” presents a special one-night-only edition on Oct. 27! Live recordings by Macaroni Enpitsu, sumika, SUPER BEAVER and others from “murffin Carnival!!” will air
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J-WAVE’s late-night program “COMMON GROUND” will air a special one-night-only edition on Oct. 27, featuring live recordings by Macaroni Enpitsu, sumika, SUPER BEAVER and others from “murffin Carnival!!,” an event celebrating the 20th anniversary of indie label murffin discs.
[フジテレビ] An all-star lineup comes together! Relive the special night that lit up last year’s Halloween! The re-edited complete edition of “NO GOOD TV ‘HALLOWEEN’ FES,” featuring stage footage and behind-the-scenes coverage, will stream on FOD!
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FOD, operated by フジテレビ, will stream a re-edited complete edition of “NO GOOD TV ‘HALLOWEEN’ FES,” held at Tokyo Garden Theater on Oct. 31, 2025, at 20:00 on Oct. 30. A digest edition will air on terrestrial TV from 25:45 that same day.
Nominating your favorite gut-health items! “Wellness Item General Election: Gut Health Category,” chosen by OZmall users, is coming!
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OZmall, operated by Starts Publishing, will hold the “Wellness Item General Election: Gut Health Category” in December 2026 and is accepting self-nominations from manufacturers of gut-health-related products.
A hugely popular bonus! The “Nyanko-sensei Desk Calendar 2027” is back! “LaLa” December issue, featuring “Snow White with the Red Hair” on the cover, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 23!
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株式会社白泉社 released the December issue of the manga magazine “LaLa” on Oct. 23. The cover features “Snow White with the Red Hair,” and the issue includes a “Natsume’s Book of Friends” desk calendar 2027 as a bonus. It also features a 50th-anniversary roundtable, a new series, and promotional information for previously released comics.
[Back in the spotlight amid the Heisei revival] Beloved character Ocha-ken arrives as a stationery tin and stationery items! On sale Oct. 26
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Takarajimasha, Inc. will release the official book “Ocha-ken Stationery Tin BOOK” on Oct. 26, 2026, featuring Ocha-ken, whose popularity is surging again amid the Heisei revival. The special bonus includes an Ocha-ken-designed tin case and a set of 5 mini stationery items.
“Saiyuki,” the regular program hosted by Kosuke Saito (UNISON SQUARE GARDEN/TenTwenty), returns with “Saiyuki – Mt. Fuji Edition ’26 – Part 1”!
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スペースシャワーTV will air the 62nd episode of “Saiyuki,” Kosuke Saito’s regular program, at 23:30 on Oct. 27. This episode features “SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2026,” with Soichiro Yamauchi and syudou as guests.
Facts
Episode 62
Starting at 23:30 on Tue., Oct. 27
5th anniversary of the broadcast
50 questions
Companies mentioned：スペースシャワーTV、UNISON SQUARE GARDEN、TenTwenty、SWEET LOVE SHOWER
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” 4K UHD + Blu-ray Set and Blu-ray + DVD Set to go on sale Jan. 20 (Wed.)! Blu-ray and DVD rentals also begin the same day!
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The 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD sets of Spider-Man: Brand New Day will be released on Jan. 20, 2027, with rentals also beginning that day. Limited editions, including a premium SteelBook edition, and products with store-exclusive bonuses will also be available.
Facts
Trailer surpasses 1 billion views in just 4 days
Surpasses 1 billion views
Within 24 hours of its release
A cumulative 718.6 million views
Released on March 18, 2026
As of October 23, 2026
A “completely new chapter” after 4 years
Worldwide box office revenue of $1.92 billion
(approximately 300 billion yen) was recorded
12,100 yen (tax included)
¥8,690 (tax included)
¥7,590 (tax included)
¥5,390 (tax included)
Original booklet (44 pages)
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2027
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハピネット、株式会社ソニー・ピクチャーズ エンタテインメント、株式会社ハピネット・メディアマーケティング、Amazon.co.jp、楽天ブックス、Joshin、タワーレコード、HMV、ビックカメラ、TSUTAYA、アニメイト、ヨドバシカメラ、セブンネット、MARVEL、Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.、TSG Entertainment II LLC
gashacoco 明屋書店 小郡, the 42nd franchise location of capsule toy specialty store “gashacoco,” to open Nov. 6 (Friday)!
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株式会社ハピネット and 株式会社明屋書店 announced that gashacoco 明屋書店 小郡, the 42nd franchise location of capsule toy specialty store “gashacoco,” will open on Nov. 6, 2026.
U-NEXT to exclusively stream live the only domestic event on the 米国女子ツアー, the TOTO Japan Classic. Top players from the Japanese and U.S. tours, including Miyuu Yamashita, Nasa Hataoka, Hinako Shibuno and Shiho Kuwaki, will gather for the tournament. A stellar commentary team featuring Ayako Okamoto will cover the event.
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株式会社U-NEXT will exclusively stream live the TOTO Japan Classic, the only domestic official event on the 米国女子ツアー, being held in Ibaraki from Nov. 5 to 8, 2026. Top players from Japan and the U.S., including Nasa Hataoka and Hinako Shibuno, will compete, and monthly subscribers can watch the international broadcast for free.
Facts
Original2026年11月5日（木）から8日（日）
A 72-hole battle
Enjoy more than 480,000 titles
More than 1.33 million manga and books
The service was integrated with Paravi in July 2023
Unveiled: the regular-edition cover with its wistful mood and the stylish limited-edition cover brimming with flair, from actor Ryu Koga’s 1st photobook, “WKGA 82.2FM”!
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東京ニュース通信社 will release actor Ryu Koga’s 1st photobook, “WKGA 82.2FM,” on Nov. 17. The covers have been unveiled, including the regular edition and a stylish limited edition exclusive to Amazon and 楽天ブックス. A release-event celebration will also be held.
★ “Pan Paradise” to be held at 大丸梅田店!! Bread takes center stage in the department store’s food basement in November! From new breads to sweets counters and popular bakeries.
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大丸梅田店 will hold “Pan Paradise” in its basement food floor from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026, featuring new breads and limited-time pop-ups from popular bakeries.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Monday, the 30th
This year's ４th month
280 yen including tax
390 yen, tax included
Wednesday, Dec. 2
420 yen, tax included
¥399 (tax included)
280 yen each, tax included
540 yen including tax
140 years since founding
410 yen including tax
291 yen (tax included)
620 yen including tax
¥500, including tax
Fri., Nov. 6
Sunday, the 8th
378 yen including tax
Nov. 4 (Wed.)
Tuesday, the 10th
671 yen, tax included
Opened in 2001
¥650 including tax
2019
Approximately 240 varieties
Approximately 80 varieties
453 yen, tax included
29 years in business
324 yen and up, tax included
1,000 yen worth
10 winners
Companies mentioned：株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、大丸梅田店、D.バゲット by パリゴ ＆ ダイヤ、ガラムとマサラ、テコナベーグル、クロワッサンサファリ、まい泉、バックハウスイリエ、ル・パン神戸北野、りくろーおじさんの店、ユーハイム、&アールグレイ、パン工房ファンベック、coquelicotrouge、フェルディナンド、AMBER GRASS、パティスリーTouchez du bois、ブーランジェリーShow、パン工房ログ、REMERCOEUR、MAISON FLEURIR、ametista、函館五島軒、関西テレビ
A 1mm dot inscribed on the bodies of more than 3,000 people. Art book documenting artist Hanae Sato’s “1mm tattoo” project to be published
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株式会社パルコ will release “A Point Between Skin and the World / 1mm tattoo,” an art book documenting the art project “1mm tattoo” by artist Hanae Sato, on Dec. 15, 2026.
Avantgardey’s pani turns out to be after the prize money… Miztorizu’s Moriyama is stunned… Pure-hearted actress Sakurako Okubo changes her identity to Money Catcher in tears on the final day… Why? | “Love Catcher Japan 3” finale
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The finale of ABEMA’s original dating reality show “Love Catcher Japan 3” aired on Oct. 20, 2026, revealing the outcome of a psychological battle for a 10 million yen prize. It emerged that pani and Sakurako Okubo were Money Catchers, stunning studio MC Moriyama of Miztorizu and others.
Popular YouTube channel gets its first book! “Gori★Okinawa Gourmet Guide” introduces the hidden-gem Okinawa restaurants that Garage Sale’s Gori genuinely recommends. On sale Monday, Nov. 2, and available in Okinawa from Friday, Nov. 6
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ぴあ株式会社 will publish “Gori★Okinawa Gourmet Guide,” a food guide based on the YouTube channel “Gori★Okinawa,” on Nov. 2, 2026. It features 50 renowned restaurants in Okinawa, with a giveaway campaign and autograph events also planned.
Special page featuring BABYMONSTER’s RUKA and ASA, appointed brand ambassadors for SNIDEL, now live! Friday, Oct. 23
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The women’s fashion brand SNIDEL, operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, launched a special page on Oct. 23 featuring BABYMONSTER’s RUKA and ASA as brand ambassadors. A campaign offering bonus stickers at participating stores will also be held.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 23, 12:00 noon
Available at a total of 94 stores
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ、SNIDEL、USAGI ONLINE、MASH STORE、SNIDEL TOKYO AOYAMA店、SNIDEL ルミネ新宿2店、YG ENTERTAINMENT、BABYMONSTER
“Soyora Hitachino Ushiku” to open Wednesday, Nov. 18
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イオンリテール will open the urban shopping center “Soyora Hitachino Ushiku” in Ushiku, Ibaraki Prefecture, on Nov. 18. Its anchor store will be “イオンスタイルひたち野うしく.” The center will feature a food hall with approximately 550 seats, an indoor playground and 29 specialty stores.
Work-support and communication adventure game 『マブラヴ ガールズガーデン Mellow Days』Now Available for Preorder on DMM GAMES!
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DMM GAMES, operated by 合同会社EXNOA, has opened preorders for the work-support and communication adventure game 『マブラヴ ガールズガーデン Mellow Days』, which DESK GARDEN PROJECT will release on Nov. 19, 2026. The game is currently 10% off, and customers who preorder or purchase it will receive a serial code to obtain an exclusive memory.
Announcement of the Launch of the Education Creator Community “ボンボンアカデミー クリエイターズ サークル”
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The educational YouTube channel “ボンボンアカデミー” announced the launch of “ボンボンアカデミー クリエイターズ サークル,” a community supporting creators in the childcare and education fields. To mark the occasion, collaboration videos were released across all 6 channels.
FWコミックススカーレッタ, a digital comics label for adult women, launches today, Oct. 23!
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株式会社フロンティアワークス launched “FWコミックススカーレッタ,” a digital-only comics label for women, on Oct. 23, 2026. Three titles, including 『サレ妻の私が幸せになるまで』, were announced as launch titles, along with information on advance releases and promotional campaigns.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026
3 titles
A 1,000-yen QUO card
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社フロンティアワークス、アニメイトグループ、Frontier Works Inc.、X社
[On Sale Oct. 22] “I’m Going to Cry My Eyes Out”—Empathy Grows on Social Media for 花王’s “Family, Love and Merit” Words, Now Collected in a Book
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株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, released the book 『最終回は気づかないうちに終わっていく』 on Oct. 22, 2026. The book reimagines words and illustrations that resonated with audiences in 花王’s commercial and transit-advertising series.
“『SERVAMP-サーヴァンプ-』 POP UP SHOP in AMNIBUS STORE -white-” Set to Open!
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A pop-up shop for “SERVAMP-サーヴァンプ-” will open at AMNIBUS STORE -white-, operated by 株式会社アルマビアンカ, starting Nov. 13, 2026. The event will feature advance sales of goods illustrated especially for the occasion by Tanaka Strike, purchase bonuses, and entry by shuffled lottery.
Facts
Nov. 13, 2026
Nov. 29, 2026
Single item: 605 yen (tax included)
BOX: 5,445 yen (tax included)
2,000 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS STORE -white-、アニメイト
[MFブックス] 4 New Series This October! A Special Edition of 『魔導具師ダリヤはうつむかない ～今日から自由な職人ライフ～15』 with Bonus Goods Also Arrives! A Succession of Perfect Reads for the Deepening Autumn Season!
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Several new novels, including 4 new series, will be released in October from 株式会社KADOKAWA’s MFブックス label.
[雫石プリンスホテル] Savor an Extravagant Late Autumn with a Limited-Time All-You-Can-Eat Crab Buffet, the Final Special Event of the 2026 Season
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雫石プリンスホテル will hold a limited-time all-you-can-eat crab dinner buffet from Nov. 23 to Dec. 5, 2026, as the finale of its 35th anniversary celebrations.
[タウンライフ総合研究所] 11% of People Want to Build a Home Outside Their Prefecture — 28% of Tokyo Residents Prefer Another Prefecture, Analysis of 150,000 Cases
『ペルソナ４ リバイバル』: Fifth Information Release Published; In-Store Trial Events Set for 6 Venues in 5 Cities Nationwide!
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株式会社アトラス has published its fifth information release on 『ペルソナ４ リバイバル』, introducing characters and features related to the Velvet Room. In-store trial events will also be held at 6 venues in 5 cities nationwide from Nov. 14 to Dec. 13, 2026, alongside “ペルソナ検定,” marking the 30th anniversary of the “ペルソナ” series.
[Announcement] Employees at Local Newspapers Speak Candidly! Kyushu and Okinawa Regional Newspaper Talk Session Vol. 2 (Nov. 28 Webinar)
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Talk Session Vol. 2, featuring 8 regional newspapers from Kyushu and Okinawa, will be held as a webinar on Nov. 28. The session will introduce each company’s work and internship opportunities.
The 29th Annual Meeting of the 日本サンゴ礁学会 to Open on Friday, Nov. 6, on Kikai Island, Kagoshima Prefecture
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日本サンゴ礁学会 will hold its 29th annual meeting on Kikai Island, Kagoshima Prefecture, from Nov. 6 to 9, 2026. About 200 researchers and others will take part, with public symposia and open sessions scheduled. The “さんごの島科学芸術祭2026” will also be held.
Students at the correspondence high school “飛鳥未来きぼう” to Discuss Their Community and Education with the Naka Ward Mayor Ahead of the Ward’s 100th Anniversary
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Students at 飛鳥未来きぼう高等学校 will meet with the Naka Ward mayor of Yokohama on Oct. 28, 2026, to exchange views on the community and education ahead of the ward’s 100th anniversary. They will also donate 180,000 yen in proceeds from their school festival.
Misfits株式会社 holds in-school training on “Supporting Children’s Learning by Applying Coaching Techniques” at Okuma Town’s Manabiya Yumenomori
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Misfits株式会社 held in-school training on supporting children’s learning using coaching techniques for faculty and staff (designers) at Okuma Town’s Manabiya Yumenomori on Sept. 11, 2026.
Handlebar for the Rebel250 offers a style upgrade with the model-specific エフェックス Easy Fit Bar!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社プロト has launched the エフェックス Easy Fit Bar Plus, designed for the HONDA Rebel250 (model years 17-24). Features include 50mm more upward adjustment, 29mm rearward adjustment and an 85mm narrower width. The price is ¥9,680 including tax, and it is scheduled for release in February 2027.
Clarks Fall/Winter 2026 collection: new Torview styles
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Clarks, a footwear brand from the UK, has introduced new Fall/Winter 2026 styles of Torview, inspired by the Wallabee. Available for men and women, the shoes come in 2 colors, Black Combi and Red Interest, and are on sale for ¥23,100 including tax.
Facts
Autumn and winter 2026
¥23,100 each
in 1825
more than 22,000 items
More than 100 markets
Companies mentioned：クラークスジャパン株式会社、Clarks、C&J Clark Limited
MYメディカルクリニック provides on-site flu vaccinations for staff
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
医療法人社団MYメディカル provided on-site flu vaccinations for its staff from Oct. 1 through 14, 2026. The cost was covered by the organization as an employee benefit, with the aim of preventing infections among patients and maintaining its medical services. General vaccinations also began at all 7 clinics it operates on Sept. 16, 2026.
Facts
Over a total of 4 days
Original2026年10月1日（木）から10月14日（水）までの期間中
At all 7 clinics it operates
404 full-time employees and 210 regular part-time employees
DYMスカウト launches “Job Hunting Trend Board,” an in-app feature showing trends among job seekers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
DYMスカウト, a job-seeker scouting service for new graduates operated by 株式会社DYM, began offering “Job Hunting Trend Board,” a survey feature that tracks job-seeker trends, through its official app in September 2026.
【DYM × A8.net】Free webinar on performance-based advertising and affiliate strategies in the AI era to be co-hosted on Tuesday, Oct. 27
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社DYM and 株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ will co-host a free online webinar on Oct. 27, 2026, explaining performance-based advertising and affiliate strategies in the AI era.
【JAF Kumamoto】Exhibiting at a “Safe-Car Experience and Test-Drive Event,” where participants learn the importance of seat belts through a collision simulation
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人JAF熊本支部 will exhibit at the “Safe-Car Experience and Test-Drive Event,” to be held at the Kumamoto Prefectural Driver’s License Center on Nov. 1, 2026, and offer a collision simulation using a “seat belt convincer.”
ITFOR to exhibit at Local Government Informationization Promotion Fair 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アイティフォー will exhibit at Local Government Informationization Promotion Fair 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe on Oct. 27 and 28, 2026, showcasing solutions for tourism promotion, congestion management, end-of-life planning support and employee care.
Korean baby and children’s clothing brand モイモルン marks 2nd anniversary of its Minami-Machida Grandberry Park store, maintaining sales at 105% of the same period last year and continuing its community-based operations
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Minami-Machida Grandberry Park store of ハンセドリームジャパン株式会社’s baby and children’s clothing brand モイモルン has marked its 2nd anniversary, maintaining sales at 105% of the same period last year. A sample sale and a capsule toy event will be held to mark the occasion.
Preserving a beloved dog’s fur while they are still healthy: the choice of an owner who has experienced loss
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Serendipity-Works will exhibit at the “2nd Smile Pet Festa in Sone Kyuryo Park 2026 Autumn,” to be held in Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture, on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026, to propose ways to preserve a beloved dog’s fur while the dog is still healthy. The exhibit will feature “Livnight,” memorial jewelry from the Sol&Hug brand.
Resigns over “improper relationship”; 紐西蘭國防軍 chief’s resignation approved
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
戴維斯 resigned over an “improper relationship” and integrity concerns during his tenure as commander of 紐西蘭國防軍. His resignation has been approved, and Deputy Chief 威廉斯 will serve as acting chief.
Typhoon 薔琵 approaches; 14-level gusts recorded in Xiyu, Penghu
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The outer circulation of Typhoon 薔琵 affected the area, with 14-level gusts recorded in Xiyu, Penghu. The county’s disaster response center was activated at Level 1 and received 21 reports of damage.
Facts
Maximum gusts reached Level 14
More than 20 damage reports
A total of 21 damage reports
8 reports of fallen trees
6 reports of damage to livelihoods and infrastructure
145 debris-flow yellow alerts issued across Yilan, New Taipei, Taoyuan and Hsinchu
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As Typhoon 薔琵 approaches, 農業部農村發展及水土保持署 issued a total of 145 yellow alerts for debris flows in Yilan County, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City and Hsinchu County. An additional 3 yellow alerts for large-scale landslides were issued in Taoyuan City and Hsinchu County.
Facts
A total of 145 yellow alerts
3 yellow alerts for large-scale landslides
A total of 6 townships, towns, cities or districts
45 villages
A total of 2 townships, towns, cities or districts
US proposes tighter restrictions on investment in sensitive Chinese technology, including AI, biotechnology and hypersonic weapons
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The administration of US President Donald Trump has proposed new rules under the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act, or COINS Act, to tighten restrictions on investment in sensitive Chinese technology sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), hypersonic weapons and biotechnology. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move aims to strengthen national security reviews, while the 生技創新組織 warned that excessive restrictions could weaken the competitiveness of US industry.
Facts
The US Congress passed the law in 2025
Both sides agreed to extend the trade-war truce by 2 months
Until January 2027
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Companies mentioned：中央社、Financial Times、金融時報、捍衛民主基金會、Foundation for Defense of Democracies、生技創新組織、Biotechnology Innovation Organization
As Typhoon 薔琵 approaches, Kaohsiung City is stepping up its preparations. Deputy Mayor 林欽榮 inspected tree reinforcement work along the light rail and at Fengshan Green Parkway. A total of 211 tree tilt sensors have been installed along the light rail route for monitoring. 高捷公司 said it had completed typhoon preparations, including securing trains, and noted that light rail ridership continues to grow.
Facts
211 tree tilt sensors
453 rain trees and Madagascar almonds
42 trees
11 additional tilt sensors installed
Average daily ridership of about 40,000
Ridership of about 13.33 million for the whole of last year
Ridership is expected to exceed 15 million this year
Earthquake in Tibet’s Nagqu; Tourism Administration says no reports of tour groups affected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A magnitude-7 earthquake struck Baqing County in Nagqu City, Tibet, China, last night, killing 16 and injuring 54. 交通部觀光署 said it had received no reports of tour groups being affected. Taiwan still has a ban on organized tours to China, but travel agencies may arrange cultural visits or study tours.
Tamsui-Kavalan Bridge to close as a precaution at 3 p.m.; Tamsui, Ankeng and Sanying lines among 3 to suspend service
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Due to Typhoon 薔琵, the Danhai light rail, Ankeng light rail and Sanying line will suspend service as a precaution starting at 3 p.m. The Tamsui-Kavalan Bridge will also close as a precaution on the same day, and the public is advised to use the Guandu Bridge instead.
Facts
3 p.m.
Forecast gusts could reach Level 9 to 12
One train every 15 minutes
Advance notice to be issued 1 to 2 hours beforehand
中國海警船 tails Japanese typhoon-evacuation patrol vessels near Qimei; Coast Guard says move creates false impression Taiwan Strait is internal waters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
海巡署 said 8 patrol vessels from 日本海上保安廳 entered the Taiwan Strait to shelter from the typhoon and were tailed and monitored by 5 中國海警船. 海巡署 said the move sought to create the false impression that the Taiwan Strait is internal waters, threatening freedom of navigation, and reiterated that the strait is international waters.
劉奕兒 turns premiere of “金鳳娜” into a showgirl spectacle; director praises 陳冲’s dedication on set
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The film “消失的金鳳娜” held its premiere, with director 謝庭菡 leading cast members 劉奕兒, 陽靚 and others in showgirl-inspired outfits. The director revealed that lead actor 陳冲 fasted to portray a terminal cancer patient, but has a particular fondness for Taiwanese preserved fruit. The film will open nationwide on the 29th.
Final debate ahead of Brazil presidential election; Lula and Bolsonaro Jr. neck and neck in polls
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the eve of the runoff in Brazil’s presidential election, incumbent President Lula and right-wing challenger Bolsonaro Jr. held their final televised debate. Polls showed the two candidates each with 50% support. The campaign’s focus extended to legal disputes and controversies over social media platforms, with Meta at the center of allegations of algorithmic manipulation.
As Typhoon 薔琵 approaches, 許淑華 says townships have completed equipment preparations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nantou County Magistrate 許淑華 said township and city offices had completed preparations of equipment and disaster response resources for Typhoon 薔琵 and could begin repairs immediately as conditions require. There are currently no flood or debris-flow alerts in the county, but residents should watch areas with heavier rainfall, including Zhushan and Lugu.
Typhoon 薔琵 hits coastal townships in southern Changhua, causing scattered fallen trees and damaged awnings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon 薔琵 hit coastal townships in southern Changhua, causing damage including fallen trees, detached awnings and power outages. Township offices have dispatched workers to clear the damage and notified 台電 to respond.
Facts
Affected 2 cars
A total of 5 reports of fallen trees received
Gusts of 10 to 11 could occur on Orchid Island and Green Island
Yilan County: Level 12 to 13 gusts, easing to Level 10 to 11
New Taipei City: Level 12 to 13 gusts, easing to Level 9 to 10
Taichung City, Changhua County and Yunlin County: Level 11 to 12 gusts, easing to Level 9 to 10
Chiayi County and Tainan City: Level 11 to 12 gusts, easing to Level 8 to 9
After typhoon, chronic disease medication soaked and NHI card missing; exception allows patients to seek replacement care
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After Typhoon Shampi passed, 健保署 is offering exceptional medical services. People whose chronic disease medication was soaked, or whose prescriptions were damaged or lost because of the disaster, can inform a doctor and have a new long-term prescription issued to obtain medication. Those who accidentally lost their health insurance card can also present a long-term prescription at a pharmacy to get medication and apply for a free replacement card.
文策院 targets Thai and Vietnamese markets, bringing together Taiwanese IP to expand Southeast Asian opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
文策院 launched a dual-market push in Thailand and Vietnam in October, participating for the first time in the Bangkok Illustration Fair with a Taiwan national pavilion and organizing a business delegation to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to help Taiwanese original character IP expand into Southeast Asia.
Facts
From 32 countries
672 creator brands registered
200 selected to take part in the in-person exhibition
Helped 6 Taiwanese character brands
Invited more than 50 Thai and international publishers
Brought together 10 Taiwanese original illustration and character IP companies
Typhoon Shampi's storm radius blankets Taiwan；Yilan mountain areas warned of extremely heavy rain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
氣象署 said Typhoon Shampi's storm radius is currently blanketing Taiwan proper, with localized extremely heavy rain possible in Yilan's mountainous areas. The storm radius is expected to move away from the island by tomorrow night or late at night, and the typhoon is expected to weaken.
Trump called with proposal to rename Atlantic Ocean；Google CEO rejected it, ending the idea
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Trump said he called Google CEO Sundar Pichai to propose renaming the Atlantic Ocean. After Pichai rejected the idea, Trump said he would probably drop it；Google has not confirmed the call.
Wu Tzu-chia investigated in election law case；Cheng Chao-fang calls for probe into people behind the scenes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office is investigating an election law case and searched the office and home of 美麗島電子報 Chairman Wu Tzu-chia. The office of Democratic Progressive Party Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Cheng Chao-fang called for an investigation into people involved behind the scenes.
Lin Chia-lung meets British representative to Taiwan, calls for deeper cooperation in semiconductors, quantum technology and other fields
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung met with British Office Taipei representative Bao Chiung-yu, expressing hope that Taiwan's strengths in the semiconductor industry could be combined with Britain's scientific research capabilities to deepen cooperation in quantum technology, AI, aerospace, energy and other fields. He also noted that the two sides have signed multiple agreements.
Remains of 4 fawns found in Nara Park over 1 and a half months；predation by animals unlikely, suspected abuse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
奈良縣政府 said the remains of 4 fawns were found in Nara Park from late August to early October this year. Experts concluded that predation by wild animals was unlikely and suspected deliberate harm. Police are investigating the possibility of human involvement.
Facts
The bodies of 4 fawns with parts missing
In just 1 and a half months
From late August this year to early October
They were all estimated to be only about 1 month old
76ers rally in stunning comeback；James wins home debut after joining team, defeating Cavaliers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The NBA's Philadelphia 76ers trailed by as many as 29 points today before rallying to beat the 克里夫蘭騎士 114-106. Superstar James won his first home game since joining the 費城76人 as a free agent, marking the biggest comeback victory of his career.
Facts
Trailed by as many as 29 points
Rallied to beat the 克里夫蘭騎士 114-106
Maxey （Tyrese Maxey）scored 32 points
Embiid （Joel Embiid）contributed 24 points
A jump shot with 6 minutes and 54 seconds left in the game
He scored 21 points and grabbed 8 rebounds
James contributed 17 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists
5 of the team's 15 turnovers
Allowed the Cavaliers to score 22 points in transition
U.S. think tanks：Beijing aims at Shen Po-yang and others in election interference
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A new report from the U.S. think tanks Institute for the Study of War and American Enterprise Institute says Beijing has stepped up its coercive tactics against “Taiwan independence hardliners,” identifying Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang as its primary target for pressure. It sanctioned VWAY公司, owned by his father, and criticized entertainer Kevin Tsai for attending Shen's event. The report assesses that Beijing intends to interfere in Taiwan's November local elections. It also cited cases involving the Chinese investigation and dismissal of relatives of Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang, and the arrest in California of a Chinese national accused of surveilling President Lai Ching-te's eldest son.
Facts
Narrowed the gap with incumbent Mayor Chiang Wan-an from 10 percentage points to 1.2 percentage points
China's Taiwan Affairs Office added Shen Po-yang to its list of “Taiwan independence hardliners” in October 2024
On October 14 this year, it announced sanctions against VWAY公司, owned by Shen's father
Taiwan Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang was added to China's list of Taiwan independence supporters in early 2026
Typhoon Shampi brings huge waves to Taitung；crane falls into sea at Fugang Harbor, roadbed washed away on Nan-hui Highway's Duoliang section
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Shampi is approaching Taitung, with stronger winds and waves causing damage in several places：A large crane on the breakwater at Fugang Harbor was toppled by huge waves and plunged into the sea；the outer northbound lane at the entrance to the Duoliang community at 401K on Provincial Highway 9 was closed after its roadbed washed away；about 8 homes in Green Island's Wenquan community were hit by waves；flooding affected the island-circling road on Orchid Island；and waves at Changbin Fishing Port reached 8 meters, capsizing 3 bamboo rafts.
Facts
Waves reached 8 meters at one point
About 8 homes and a grocery store in Green Island Township's Wenquan community
3 bamboo rafts in the harbor were unable to withstand the strong waves and capsized on the spot
The entrance to the Duoliang community at 401K on Provincial Highway 9, the Nan-hui Highway
House fire in Puli, Nantou sends smoke billowing into sky；3 escape unharmed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A house in Yongji Lane, Puli Township, Nantou County, caught fire today. The blaze on the 2nd floor spread rapidly to the 3rd floor, sending thick smoke into the sky. The 3 people inside escaped in time, and no one was injured. The Nantou County Fire Department dispatched 7 fire engines, 2 ambulances, 16 firefighters and 20 volunteer firefighters. Crews used 4 water lines to fight the fire for about 1 hour, successfully extinguishing it. The fire investigation unit is determining the cause.
Facts
Fortunately, the 3 people inside escaped in time
Deployed 4 water lines to battle the blaze
Extinguished the fire after 1 hour of firefighting
A total of 7 fire engines
2 ambulances
16 firefighters
20 volunteer firefighters
The fire raged out of the 2nd floor and appeared to be rapidly spreading upward to the 3rd floor
Ryu Murakami, author of “Almost Transparent Blue,” dies at 74
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Renowned Japanese writer Ryu Murakami died at home on the 17th at the age of 74. Publisher 幻冬舍BOOKS announced the news on its official X account. A family funeral will be held, and condolences from the public are being declined. Murakami rose to fame in 1976 when “Almost Transparent Blue” won the Gunzo New Writers' Prize and the Akutagawa Prize. He published numerous works and co-hosted 東京電視台's “日經 Special: The Cambrian Palace” with Eiko Koike for 20 years.
Facts
Died at the age of 74
Died at home on October 17, 2026
Ryu Murakami was born in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, in 1952
In 1976, while attending university, he won the Gunzo New Writers' Prize and the Akutagawa Prize for “Almost Transparent Blue”
Won the Noma Literary New Face Prize in 1981 for A Child in a Locker
Won the Yomiuri Prize for Literature in 1998 for In the Miso Soup
Won the Tanizaki Junichiro Prize in 2000 for Parasite Eve
Won the Mainichi Publishing Culture Award and the Noma Literary Prize in 2005 for Leaving the Peninsula
Won the Mainichi Art Award in 2011 for The Singing Whale
Typhoon Sepat nears Chiayi coast, leaving more than 2000 households without power; Taipower crews work on repairs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Sepat is approaching, leaving more than 2000 households without power in coastal areas of Chiayi. 台電公司’s Chiayi District Office has set up an emergency response team and is working on repairs. As of 10 a.m., a cumulative total of 2216 households in Chiayi County had experienced power outages, with 2190 still without power. The outages are mainly concentrated in Wengang and Xingcuo villages in Dongshi Township. 台電公司 is carrying out transformer hoisting and equipment replacement work.
Facts
A cumulative total of 2216 households in Chiayi County have experienced power outages
2190 households are still without power
766 households in Wengang Village
758 households in Xingcuo Village
Large numbers of personnel and aerial work vehicles have been mobilized since the 21st
Malaysia cites national security in promoting homegrown navigation system TuJu; user reviews are mixed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Malaysian government has cited national security concerns in banning civil servants from using the Waze navigation app and urged the public to switch to homegrown navigation platform TuJu. Waze denied the related cybersecurity allegations, while TuJu has drawn criticism for its navigation features and user experience, leaving public opinion divided. The Ministry of Digital Affairs said it would work with local navigation platforms including TuJu and Pintaz to improve services.
Facts
Grab began building its own mapping system in 2017
Adam Bin Zulkifli, GrabMaps operations manager, spoke to reporters while presenting navigation technology at the 2026 Asia Mobility Expo
Companies mentioned：Waze (Waze Mobile Ltd.)、TuJu、Pintaz、Google Maps、GrabMaps、Grab