AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-27 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 4 of 13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1161 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 98 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Collaboration room featuring winners of the “Jankara Challenge” singing contest held on the karaoke app UTAO operated by ジャンカラ is now complete!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596411Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TOAI will install a collaboration room featuring winners of the singing contest on its karaoke app UTAO at Super ジャンカラ Chayamachi store, and open it for about 3 months starting Oct. 2, 2026. Crisp and juicy. A festive harmony of pear, apple and Earl Grey: “Festive Pear & Apple” available for a limited time starting Thursday, Nov. 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596410Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゴンチャ ジャパン will begin selling “Festive Pear & Apple,” a limited-time drink featuring pear, apple and Earl Grey selected in the ゴンチャ Crew Championship 2026, starting Nov. 5, 2026. Christmas at Roppongi Hills, Azabudai Hills, Toranomon Hills and Ark Hills: Festive Christmas foods go on sale sequentially starting Nov. 12https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596409Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 4 facilities operated by 森ビル株式会社—Roppongi Hills, Azabudai Hills, Toranomon Hills and Ark Hills—will begin selling Christmas foods on Nov. 12, 2026. Cultural exchange with children, including English, at the Nov. 5 “mobile zoo” event. International students from 追手門学院大学 support childcare activities at 追手門学院幼稚園 through the “Eigo Rangers” programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596408Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES4 international students from the Faculty of International Studies at 追手門学院大学 have been running the “Eigo Rangers” program at the affiliated 追手門学院幼稚園 since May 2026, promoting intercultural exchange through English. They will also help at the mobile zoo event on Nov. 5. 株式会社エレメント surpasses 2 billion yen in annual insurance premiums handled, growing as a digital insurance agency operating remotelyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596407Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エレメント announced that insurance premiums handled during the year from Oct. 1, 2025, to Sept. 30, 2026, reached 2,037,700,261 yen, surpassing 2 billion yen. As a digital insurance agency operating remotely, it runs insurance comparison websites through alliances with 損害保険会社 and 少額短期保険会社. Now accepting participants! “ルネサンス Running Festival 2026” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596406Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ルネサンス announced that it will hold the “ルネサンス Running Festival 2026” at Toyosu Gururi Park in Koto Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 23, 2026. The maximum capacity is 1,400 people, and the entry deadline is Nov. 8. イルグルム appointed administrative office of JIMA, an organization promoting the growth of in-house marketing — supporting knowledge sharing led by operating companies and the development of a sustainable structurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596405Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イルグルム has been appointed administrative office of JIMA, an organization promoting in-house marketing, which was established on Oct. 27, 2026. A large party-size pack arrives for 2 consecutive weeks! Enjoy “Original Chicken” with the “Halloween 9-Piece Barrel” and “Original Chicken 9-Piece Barrel,” on sale for a limited time starting Friday, Oct. 30, and Monday, Nov. 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596404Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本KFC will sell the “Halloween 9-Piece Barrel” for a limited time starting Oct. 30 and the “Original Chicken 9-Piece Barrel” starting Nov. 2. A campaign for “Freshly Ground Rich Coffee” will also run starting Nov. 5. 電通総研 launches latest version of “Ci*X (Cyclos),” a group management solution equipped with AI featureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596403Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社電通総研 will begin offering the latest version of its “Ci*X” group management solutions series, equipped with AI features, on Oct. 27, 2026. The release includes the “Ci*X Expense” expense reimbursement system and the “Ci*X Workflow” general-purpose workflow system. New features, including generative AI chat and automated processing nodes, will support greater operational efficiency and productivity. Terra Charge to install EV fast-charging infrastructure at 60 of Daiichikosho’s “The Park” coin parking locations in Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596402Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTerra Charge Co., Ltd. will roll out 50 kW EV fast-charging equipment at 60 of Daiichikosho’s “The Park” coin parking locations in Tokyo. Australian-born premium Mexican fast-food chain “Guzman y Gomez” and popular gaming streamer のばまん team up again!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596401Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe second collaboration between “Guzman y Gomez,” operated by 株式会社トランジットメキシカンフードオペレーション, and gaming streamer のばまん will launch on Dec. 7, 2026. The hugely popular 『ウルトラマンテオ』 mini-monster プッチー makes its debut! Original-merchandise package goes on sale at Ultra Athletic on Nov. 1 (Sun)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596400Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス will begin selling packages featuring original merchandise related to 『ウルトラマンテオ』 at “Ultra Athletic” on Nov. 1, 2026. TOKIUM to exhibit as a silver sponsor at “技術書典21”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596399Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TOKIUM, a provider of accounting AI agents, will exhibit as a silver sponsor at “技術書典21,” held at Sunshine City in Ikebukuro on Nov. 23, 2026, and distribute technical doujinshi written by engineers. “ITmedia Security Week 2026 Fall” sponsorship announcement: Nov. 24 (Tue.)–Dec. 1 (Tue.) [Online]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596398Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハンモック will sponsor “ITmedia Security Week 2026 Fall,” organized by ITmedia, and give a presentation on supply chain risks on Nov. 30. A first-ever product in a new series inspired by the “Pitch-Black Cheesecake,” which drew major attention on social media! “Blue Cheesecake That Brings Happiness”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596397Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAkagi will launch “Blue Cheesecake That Brings Happiness” nationwide on Nov. 3, 2026, as the first product in a series based on the “Pitch-Black Cheesecake,” which gained attention on social media. Certified for 3 consecutive years: Mirai Works named a “Great Place to Work”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596396Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社みらいワークス has been certified as a “Great Place to Work” by Great Place to Work® Institute Japan for 3 consecutive years. MJS ERP system ranks No. 1 in 3 categories in the “IT Trend 2026 First-Half Rankings”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596395Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミロク情報サービス (MJS) ERP systems ranked No. 1 in 3 categories in the 2026 first-half rankings announced by IT Trend. 株式会社福地組 adopts the AI document processing service “LINE WORKS PaperOn”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596394Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLINE WORKS株式会社 announced that 株式会社福地組 has adopted the AI document processing service “LINE WORKS PaperOn.” By streamlining quotation processing, the company has cut work time by about 70% and expects to save nearly 100 hours per month. Available only in Oita Prefecture! “Oita Kabosu Garlic Shrimp with Jumbo Prawns” arrives. The third “local produce for local consumption” offering, following “Oita White Onion” and “Oita Chives,” features “Oita Kabosu”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596393Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“PIZZA-LA,” operated by 株式会社フォーシーズ, has developed a local pizza, “Oita Kabosu Garlic Shrimp with Jumbo Prawns,” made with Oita-grown “Oita Kabosu,” and will begin selling it at food trucks in Oita Prefecture on Oct. 31, 2026. LandScape celebrates its 1st anniversary since debut. A solo live show, “ONE by ONE,” is set for Nov. 15, 2026 (Sun) at Otsuka FUTURE:. The culmination of a year built step by step by the 6 members and their fans is here.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596392Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLandScape, a boy group under BM Promotion, the entertainment division of ファンテック株式会社, will hold a solo live show, “ONE by ONE,” at Otsuka FUTURE: on Nov. 15, marking the group’s 1st anniversary since its debut on Oct. 25, 2026. Zeal launches “MD Walker,” a metadata generation and management solution powered by AI agentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596391Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジール will begin offering “MD Walker,” a metadata generation and management solution powered by AI agents, on Nov. 1, 2026. United by a shared commitment to delivering delicious beef bowls: 吉野家ホールディングス to hold “吉野家 Asia Cup,” an international skills competition to hone beef-bowl-making techniques, in Tokyo for the 2nd consecutive yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596390Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社吉野家ホールディングスは、アジア地域の従業員を対象とした国際実技大会「吉野家アジアカップ」を2026年9月に東京で開催し、台湾代表が優勝した。 【Taking flavors honed in shared kitchens nationwide】“Shared Restaurant Award 2026 Curry King Championship” to be held; “酒とスパイス マツコ” takes first placehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596389Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社吉野家ホールディングス100％子会社の株式会社シェアレストランは、2026年9月に「シェアレストランアワード2026 カレー王決定戦」を開催し、東京都中央区日本橋で間借り営業を行う「酒とスパイス マツコ」が優勝した。 Listen to an audiobook for a chance to win QUO Card Pay! Get coins in the service, too. “Autumn Reading Support Campaign 2026” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596388Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オトバンク will hold the “Autumn Reading Support Campaign 2026” on audiobook.jp from Oct. 27 to Nov. 15. The campaign will award coins based on the number of days users listen, and hold a drawing for QUO Card Pay. アース製薬の『みんなのシリカ』が「MTV VMAJ 2026」パートナーシップドリンクに決定！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596387Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアース製薬の清涼飲料水『みんなのシリカ』が、10月29日に開催される音楽アワード「MTV VMAJ 2026」のパートナーシップドリンクに決定した。 アルペンアウトドアーズに注目のキャンプギアブランド『TOKYO CRAFTS』が登場！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596386Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルペンは、YouTubeチャンネル「タナちゃんねる」のタナ氏が代表を務めるキャンプギアブランド『TOKYO CRAFTS』の新規取り扱いを決定し、2026年10月30日よりアルペンアウトドアーズ限定6店舗およびオンラインで販売を開始する。 【のばまん ✕ Guzman y Gomez (GYG) JAPAN】Second collaboration and autograph event to be held!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596385Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESシンクイノベーション株式会社は、ゲーム実況クリエイターののばまとメキシカンレストラン「Guzman y Gomez (GYG) Japan」のコラボレーション第2弾として、12月7日から31日まで期間限定メニューやグッズの販売、およびサイン会イベントを開催する。 To mark the broadcast of the latest ぴえろ magical-girl series, “魔法の姉妹ルルットリリィ,” “魔法のアイドルパステルユーミ40th Anniversary Blu-ray BOX” goes on sale Oct. 28https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596384Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークスは、ぴえろ魔法少女シリーズ40周年および最新作『魔法の姉妹ルルットリリィ』放送を記念し、『魔法のアイドルパステルユーミ』のBlu-ray BOXを2026年10月28日に発売する。 “Candy Caries,” a stop-motion anime directed by Tomoki Misato of “PUI PUI Molcar,” Blu-ray and DVD Volume 1 goes on sale Oct. 28https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596383Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークスは、TVアニメ『キャンディーカリエス』のBlu-ray＆DVD第1巻を2026年10月28日に発売する。 Job database “HITO-Link Agent” for recruitment agencies wins “Leader” in the job database category of “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596382Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESパーソルイノベーション株式会社が提供する人材紹介会社向け求人データベース『HITO-Linkエージェント』が、ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fallの求人データベース部門で「Leader」を受賞した。 “Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture,” a 20th-anniversary work in the “Code Geass” series, Blu-ray BOX goes on sale Oct. 28https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596381Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークスは、2026年10月28日に『コードギアス 奪還のロゼ』のBlu-ray BOXを発売すると発表した。価格は38,500円（税込）で、本編全12話と特典ディスク、サウンドトラックCDなどが収録される。 ベーシック、11月10日（火）12時よりオンラインセミナー「少人数でも回せるBtoBマーケの業務設計」を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596380Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベーシックは、2026年11月10日12時より、MCPやAIツールを活用した少人数マーケチームの業務効率化に関するオンラインセミナーを開催する。 Kuradashi to hold “Crab Festival,” a chance to enjoy crab amid dwindling resourceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596379Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クラダシは、資源減少や規格外品によるフードロス削減を目的とした「蟹祭」を2026年10月27日から30日まで開催する。水産庁の漁獲可能量減方針を受け、ズワイガニやオオズワイガニなど20品以上を最大2,000円OFFクーポンで販売し、社会的インパクトと経済的価値の循環を目指す。 Earn and use d POINTS at アカチャンホンポ! d POINTS available at 38 stores starting Oct. 27 — points-sharing campaign also launches Nov. 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596378Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will begin accepting d POINTS on Oct. 27, 2026, and will hold a campaign on Nov. 18, led by NTT DOCOMO, to share a total of 10 million points among participants. 阪急百貨店 and 髙島屋 exclusive pudding “Double Caramel Custard Pudding” gets a makeoverhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596377Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESモロゾフ株式会社 will revamp its long-selling 阪急百貨店 and 髙島屋 exclusive product, “Double Caramel Custard Pudding,” and put it on sale starting in Nov. 2026. Whether on or off the clock, which will you choose? 2 new shoe styles from the British ethical brand go on sale Friday, Oct. 30!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596376Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHaruyama Shoji will release 2 new shoe styles from the British ethical brand KATHARINE E HAMNETT on Oct. 30. Kai Industries joins 一般社団法人アメニティ・リサイクル協会 to promote collection and recycling of ALMO razors for the lodging industryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596375Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKai Industries will join 一般社団法人アメニティ・リサイクル協会 in Sep. 2026 to promote the collection and recycling of ALMO razors for the lodging industry. 秋田県’s secluded hot-spring resort 休暇村 乳頭温泉郷 and 岩手県’s spectacular 三陸海岸 destination 休暇村 陸中宮古: “Hot Spring and Seafood Hopping Trip” plan goes on sale Nov. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596374Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES休暇村協会が、秋田県の「休暇村 乳頭温泉郷」と岩手県の「休暇村 陸中宮古」を1泊ずつ巡る「はしご旅プラン」を2026年11月1日より販売する。 [New Book Announcement] “Even With AI, Profits Won’t Move: Strategy and Implementation for ‘BMX’ Business Model Transformation” by 羽間裕貴, on sale Oct. 27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596373Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社宣伝会議 will release 羽間裕貴’s book “Even With AI, Profits Won’t Move: Strategy and Implementation for ‘BMX’ Business Model Transformation” on Oct. 27. The book explains “BMX,” the redesign of business models on the assumption that AI will be used. [Corporate Legal Affairs A2Z] November 2026 issue published, explaining the impact of amendments to key laws, including the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, on corporate practicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596372Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES第一法規株式会社 published the November 2026 issue of “会社法務A2Z” on Oct. 25, 2026, explaining the impact of amendments to laws including the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act on corporate practice. [caseplay] Now offering premium interchangeable cases designed for NECPC’s new “LAVIE S13”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596371Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMEScaseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, will begin selling premium interchangeable cases designed for NEC Personal Computer’s “LAVIE S13” laptop on Oct. 27. More than 1,500 designs are available, with prices starting at ¥7,480 (tax included). Brother launches new home embroidery machine “EXPEDITION BX1”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596370Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBrother Industries will launch the home embroidery machine “EXPEDITION BX1,” featuring an expanded embroidery area and 774 built-in designs, in mid-November 2026. Brighten winter snack time with the sweet-and-tart taste of strawberries! 4 strawberry-flavored treats from popular brands, including fluffy and chewy Angel Pie and crunchy Koeda, available for a limited time starting Tuesday, Nov. 10https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596369Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMorinaga & Co. will release 4 strawberry-flavored products for a limited time starting Nov. 10, including Amaou Strawberry Cake and Angel Pie <Strawberry> Tea-Time Pack, made with Amaou strawberries from 福岡県. d POINTS coming to アカチャンホンポ!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596368Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NTTドコモ announced that it will introduce d POINTS at 127 アカチャンホンポ stores operated by 株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 starting Oct. 27, 2026. To mark the launch, a campaign to share a total of 10 million points will begin on Nov. 18, 2026. “Sumikkogurashi” × 珈琲館: “Sumikkogurashi Coffee-kan Happy Bag 2027” available in limited quantities♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596367Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンエックス株式会社 announced a collaboration with 珈琲館, operated by C-United株式会社 of the コロワイドグループ, to sell the “Sumikkogurashi Coffee-kan Happy Bag 2027” in limited quantities. In-store reservations open on Oct. 27, 2026, and sales are scheduled to begin on Dec. 3 of the same year. AI adoption intensifies competition for IT engineers, with more than 60% of companies feeling that hiring has become more difficulthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596366Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by レバテック株式会社, more than half of companies have increased their hiring of IT engineers due to the spread of AI, and more than 60% say hiring has become more difficult. More companies are also increasing the salaries they offer, with a particular need for higher skill levels among security engineers. 資生堂パーラー Ginza Main Store Salon de Café offers limited-edition parfaits and desserts featuring fruits of late autumnhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596365Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES資生堂パーラー Ginza Main Store Salon de Café will offer limited-edition parfaits and desserts made with seasonal fruit in November 2026. Looks just like a real crayon?! It’s actually edible chocolate! “Animal Crayon Chocolates” in animal-themed packaging launch on Tuesday, October 27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596364Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Cake.jp will launch “Animal Crayon Chocolates,” dairy-free strawberry-flavored chocolates shaped like crayons, on October 27, 2026. The first official fragrance for SERVAMP: A Vampire Battle Fantasy is here. Eau de parfum captures characters including Mahiru Shirota and Kuro in scent.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596363Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユートレジャー has teamed up with the vampire battle fantasy SERVAMP to take preorders for the series’ first eau de parfum starting October 27, 2026. The fragrances feature all 5 characters, including Mahiru Shirota, and are priced at ¥8,800. Try the “Gadgetable DP2 4U,” with a choice of 4 shoulder harness types, at a limited-time hands-on event at あべのハルカス近鉄本店https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596044Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBag maker エース株式会社 will hold the hands-on “Harness Fit Lab” event at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 to offer the high-performance business backpack “Gadgetable DP2 4U” for a limited time. First for a hotel in Shikoku (*): Earns international eco-certification “Green Key” 【メルキュール高知土佐リゾート＆スパ】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596043Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESメルキュール高知土佐リゾート＆スパ is the first hotel in Shikoku to earn the international “Green Key” eco-certification. Its efforts in energy conservation, food waste reduction and collaboration with the local community were recognized. A flash-level glow, as if bathed in light: A new high-reflection highlighter creates a luminous complexion with defined contours!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596042Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキス will launch the limited-edition “Kiss Strobe Skin Highlighter,” which creates a dimensional, luminous complexion with a flash-level glow, on November 20, 2026. Stone-baked hamburg steak & steak “ストーンバーグ” ラゾーナ川崎店: Fourth installment of the “Cross-America Gourmet Journey” campaign, themed around “Seattle”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596041Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESストーンバーグ ラゾーナ川崎店 will serve new menu items themed around Seattle as the fourth installment of its “Cross-America Gourmet Journey” campaign, from November 2 to December 31, 2026. 【仙台ロイヤルパークホテル】Enjoy great savings! Black Friday Sale 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596040Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES仙台ロイヤルパークホテル will hold a special Black Friday sale starting November 16, 2026. Offers include discounts on restaurant lunches and dinners, as well as up to 50% off suite stays. The hotel’s operator, 三菱地所ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社, is also mentioned. 【仙台ロイヤルパークホテル】ホテルで過ごすクリスマスhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596039Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES仙台ロイヤルパークホテル will offer Christmas-only accommodation plans, dinner courses, afternoon tea and piano concerts from December 19 to 25, 2026. NEC launches “NeoSarf Loyalty Core Service,” supporting everything from customer data integration to relationship buildinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596038https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596038Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEC launched “NeoSarf Loyalty Core Service” in October, a cloud service that integrates customer data across multiple channels and centrally manages points and coupon programs. Designed for organizations with 1 million to 3 million members, it costs from ¥10 million upfront and ¥2 million per month, with implementation taking as little as 4 months. NEC and DFNS sign MOU to realize secure digital asset infrastructure for Japanese financial institutionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596037Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEC and DFNS signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to realize digital asset infrastructure for Japanese financial institutions. Both companies will consider integrating DFNS's wallet and key management technologies into systems such as NEC's custody system. Enjoy the rich flavor of brown sugar in a full-bodied cup during the colder season: "リプトン Black Sugar Oolong Milk Tea" goes on sale nationwide for a limited time starting Nov. 10 (Tuesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596036https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596036Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES森永乳業 will launch "リプトン Black Sugar Oolong Milk Tea," a fall and winter limited-edition blend of brown sugar, oolong tea and milk, nationwide for a limited time starting Nov. 10. 森永乳業 confirms that Bifidobacterium M-63 survives and reaches infants' intestines even under formula preparation conditions of 70°C or higher recommended by 世界保健機関 (WHO)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596035Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES森永乳業 confirmed in a clinical study that Bifidobacterium M-63 survives and reaches infants' intestines even under formula preparation conditions of 70°C or higher recommended by WHO, and published the findings in the academic journal "The Journal of Nutrition." 【BtoB企業1,005名に調査】約4割が未入金対応の役割分担に曖昧さを実感！督促業務における最大の課題とは？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596034Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ラクーンフィナンシャルによるBtoB企業1,005名への調査で、未入金対応における役割分担の曖昧さや督促業務の属人化が課題として浮上。約4割が役割分担に曖昧さを感じており、最初の督促は支払期日から2～3営業日以内が最多となった。 『とくべチューハイ』「アサヒ空想開発局」で10月27日発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596033Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアサヒビール will launch "とくべチューハイ," a new product co-developed with 4 members of the idol group =LOVE, in limited quantities starting Oct. 27. Limited-edition message cans from "Kirin Good Ale" deliver everyday cheer from brand leaders including Haruka Ayasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596032Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキリンビール will launch limited-edition message cans of "Kirin Good Ale" starting Nov. 24. The cans feature messages from brand leaders Haruka Ayase, Motoki Ohmori of Mrs. GREEN APPLE, Minami Hamabe and Ryohei Suzuki. The product has achieved milestones including cumulative sales of more than 100 million bottles. 【栄光リンクスタディ】Online courses for 3rd-year junior high school students aiming for national, Waseda and Keio-affiliated high schools, with preparation for recommendation admissions and past exam questionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596031Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe online cram school EIKOH LiNKSTUDY, operated by 株式会社栄光, offers online courses for 3rd-year junior high school students aiming to enter national, Waseda- and Keio-affiliated high schools, covering preparation for recommendation-based admissions and past exam questions. Enjoy with a "ほっともっと" bento! 5 affordable side dishes in the "¥100 (tax included) series," plus new "Colorful Salad with 8 Ingredients" and "Potato Salad"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596030Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プレナス will launch 5 affordable side dishes in the "¥100 (tax included) series," along with "Colorful Salad with 8 Ingredients" and "Potato Salad," at its takeaway bento chain "ほっともっと" starting Nov. 1. Get valuable coupons by registering as a new member of the official "やよい軒" app! Get ¥100 off any 1 of 3 popular items, including the fried chicken set meal!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596029Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プレナス will run a campaign offering a ¥100 discount coupon for 1 item selected from 3 dishes, including the fried chicken set meal, to new members of the official "やよい軒" app from Nov. 2 through Dec. 25, 2026. アイデム, 瀬田月輪自動車教習所 and ツキノワグローバルパートナーズ sign three-party memorandum on support for obtaining driver's licenses and other mattershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596028Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイデム, 瀬田月輪自動車教習所 and ツキノワグローバルパートナーズ signed a memorandum on support for obtaining driver's licenses for specified-skilled workers from Indonesia. One device handles pet hair and odors, and even keeps your cat entertained! New easy-to-maintain "Pet Air Purifier"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596027Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニトリ began selling its "Pet Air Purifier" in mid-October 2026. Its large air-intake slits and replaceable pre-filter reduce maintenance, while a HEPA-class collection filter and PET mode deodorize and purify the air. It also features a cat teaser, a scratching pad and a brush to support play for cats. The price is ¥19,900. New release: "The Washington Game," a strategy for Japan to shine on the world stage, explained by Washington's only Japanese lobbyisthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596026Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES"The Washington Game," a book by 海野有里, the only Japanese lobbyist in Washington, will be published by 扶桑社. It discusses Japanese companies' investment in the United States and lobbying activities, AI competitiveness, rare-earth supply and other topics. TV anime ONE PIECE designs arrive from Kao’s “Bub”! “Wash away fatigue*1 and head for your next adventure!” with the ONE PIECE crew. On sale in limited quantities from November 7, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596025Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKao will release limited quantities of TV anime ONE PIECE design products from its medicated bath additive brand “Bub” starting November 7, 2026. 【東京ばな奈】New sweets and goods themed around Zootopia! Celebrating the film’s 10th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596024https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596024Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew sweets and goods commemorating the 10th anniversary of Zootopia are coming from Disney SWEETS COLLECTION by 東京ばな奈, operated by 株式会社グレープストーン. They will be available first at the JR Tokyo Station store from November 6, 2026, and at other stores and online from November 11. トランスコスモス expands the service scope of “trans-scManager” Combining AI and BPO to provide one-stop support from inventory visibility to demand forecasting and shipping instructionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596023Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESトランスコスモス has expanded the capabilities of its supply chain support service “trans-scManager” and launched one-stop support combining AI and BPO, from inventory visibility to demand forecasting and shipping instructions. MBA graduates thriving in vocational schools, education businesses, and universities take the stage. A Vietnam-born graduate discusses MBA learning and its application in education. Online information session to be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596022Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHuman Academy will hold an online information session on November 8, 2026, featuring graduates of the MBA program at ウェールズ大学トリニティセントデイビッド. A graduate from Vietnam will speak about practical experience in education and career development. Capsule toys featuring designs from Godzilla films spanning the Showa to Reiwa eras! Name-sticker-style plate charms and mini T-shirt keychains will go on sale at capsule toy vending machines nationwide from late October 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596021Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESベネリック株式会社 will release capsule toys featuring designs from Godzilla films across the decades: “Godzilla Name-Sticker-Style Plate Charm” and “Godzilla mini T-Shirt Keychain,” available at capsule toy vending machines nationwide from late October 2026. The exhibition “つぐ minä perhonen” wins the 2026 Good Design Gold Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596020Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe exhibition “つぐ minä perhonen,” organized by 株式会社朝日新聞社 and 世田谷美術館, won a Gold Award at the 2026 Good Design Awards. 【ホテルオークラ福岡】Original products created in collaboration with 千鳥屋 to go on sale from Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596019Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESホテルオークラ福岡 began selling “千鳥屋×ホテルオークラ福岡限定コラボレーション・チロリアン,” a collaboration product featuring “Tyrolean” from 株式会社千鳥饅頭総本舗, on October 1, 2026. 【都ホテル 四日市】A limited-time afternoon tea, dinner on the hotel’s top floor, a large Christmas tree in the lobby, and more at the “Christmas Fair”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596018Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ will hold a Christmas Fair at 都ホテル 四日市 from November 18 to December 25, 2026. The offerings will include a limited-time afternoon tea, a Christmas dinner on the top floor, Christmas cakes for sale, Christmas decorations throughout the hotel, and special accommodation plans. 【バンタカフェ】“Chura-tama lanterns” bring color to the seaside! “Illumi Banta: Night Lights by the Sea,” an illumination event to enjoy during a warm Okinawan winter, returns this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596017Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHoshino Resorts’ バンタカフェ by 星野リゾート will host the winter illumination event “Illumi Banta: Night Lights by the Sea” from December 12, 2026, to February 28, 2027, featuring new “Chura-tama lanterns,” dinner, a market, and more. Special sponsorship of the “FamilyMart Cup 81st Mainichi Koshien Bowl,” the national championship game in college American football ～Special program to air on “Famima TV,” plus original photo cards for sale～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596016Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート will serve as title sponsor of the “81st Mainichi Koshien Bowl,” to be held at Hanshin Koshien Stadium on December 20, 2026. To mark the occasion, it will air a special program on “Famima TV” and sell original photo cards through “Famima Print” to build excitement for the tournament. 【ホテルメトロポリタン】“CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL FAIR” at the Orient Express bar, in an authentic setting recreating the luxurious Orient Express trainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596015Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA champagne cocktail fair will be held at the Orient Express bar at ホテルメトロポリタン starting November 2, 2026. The bar will serve 3 cocktails made with ポメリー Brut Royal. Opens this weekend! The third installment of event news themed around retro coffee shops, in collaboration with TV Osaka’s “片っ端から喫茶店.” A variety of goods from long-established coffee shops, plus popular menu items to take home!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596014Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA retro coffee shop-themed exhibition and sales event in collaboration with TV Osaka’s program “片っ端から喫茶店” will be held at Namba Parks Museum starting October 30, 2026. The event will feature goods from long-established coffee shops in Kansai, daily menu items for sale, workshops, and more. 【GLOBAL WORK】The brand’s debut mook goes on sale Tuesday, October 27!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596013Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGLOBAL WORK, a brand of 株式会社アダストリア, will release its debut brand mook through Takarajimasha on October 27, 2026. The bonus item is a multi-shoulder bag produced by store staff. This is the pinnacle of the short story collection: the cover and obi for Miura Shion’s "Songs Heard from the South," publishing Nov. 18, vividly capture the world of the work.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596012Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社新潮社 has unveiled the cover and obi for "Songs Heard from the South," a short story collection by 三浦しをん. The cover features 村上早’s woodblock print "Flying Knife," with 仁木順平 as designer. Publication is set for Nov. 18, at a list price of 1,950 yen. A reading group for 新潮文庫’s "The Fan of the Million-Ryo Actor" will be held at 江戸東京博物館 on Nov. 21!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596011Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社新潮社 announced that a reading group for "The Fan of the Million-Ryo Actor" will be held at 江戸東京博物館 on Nov. 21. A sequel to the 三島由紀夫賞-winning "The Countess," arriving after 10 years! Hasumi Shigehiko’s "The Story of Jiro" set for publication on Thursday, Nov. 26!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596010Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES"The Story of Jiro," a novel-length sequel to 蓮實重彦’s "The Countess," will be published by 株式会社新潮社 on Nov. 26, 2026. AWA launches "ABEMA MUSIC by AWA," a sister app under the "ABEMA" brand, aiming to be students’ first music subscription servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596009Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAWA株式会社 will launch its sister app "ABEMA MUSIC by AWA," under the ABEMA brand and aimed at being students’ first music subscription service, on Oct. 27, 2026. It will offer a student plan for 480 yen per month and run a campaign tied to "Today, I Fell in Love." Shogo Kariyazaki to create an ikebana work at Nagoya City tangible cultural property and important scenic structure 文化のみち橦木館; second installment of the "Taking on Historic Buildings" series announcedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596008Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES"The World of Ikebana Artist Shogo Kariyazaki at 文化のみち橦木館," a solo exhibition by ikebana artist 假屋崎省吾, will be held from Nov. 26 to Dec. 7, 2026, at the tangible cultural property 文化のみち橦木館 in Higashi Ward, Nagoya. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ. Extended due to popular demand: Eat, stay and support Chiba! Accommodation plan and limited-edition sweets supporting disaster recovery on sale through March 22, 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596007Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESホテルニューオータニ幕張 is extending sales of its accommodation plan and limited-edition sweets, offered to support areas affected by the August 2026 Chiba torrential rains and Typhoon No. 25, through March 22, 2027. New boss character Tank Man revealed for "Mega Man: Dual Override"!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596006Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new boss character Tank Man for "Mega Man: Dual Override" was revealed at Paris Games Week. The game is scheduled for release in spring 2027, and a series sale is currently underway. New USB switch lets users share 4 USB devices between 2 computers and switch between them easily at their deskhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596005Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンワサプライ has released the "SW-USS24," a USB 5Gbps switch that lets users switch between and operate 4 USB devices connected to 2 computers. [JAF Kanagawa] A fall outing to experience legends and nature’s bounty: drive course unveiled for enjoying the autumnal Ashigara area with petshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596004Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Kanagawa branch of 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟 (JAF) has unveiled a drive course in Kanagawa Prefecture’s Ashigara area that can be enjoyed with pets. It is also running the "Discover Local Attractions! Drive Course Voting Campaign" through Nov. 23. A quick guide to AI terms that helps you grasp “what does this mean?”: "A Deep Dive in 3 Lines! An AI Glossary for the Workplace" to be released Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596003Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インプレス will release "A Deep Dive in 3 Lines! An AI Glossary for the Workplace," which explains generative AI terms in 3 lines, on Oct. 27, 2026. リットーミュージック’s "Rhythm & Drums Magazine" cap returns! Reservations for the RHYTHM embroidered cap open for a limited time on "Drum Day"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596002Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe "RHYTHM embroidered cap," part of 株式会社リットーミュージック’s "Rhythm & Drums Magazine" collection, will be available again for a limited time on Oct. 10, 2026, to mark "Drum Day" at pTa.shop, operated by 株式会社ICE. New Asiatic black bear items arrive in 山と溪谷社’s "Hunting Life"! 2 original-logo items, a T-shirt and sweatshirt, now on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596001Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA T-shirt and sweatshirt featuring a logo design depicting an Asiatic black bear will go on sale from Oct. 16, 2026, as a new collection for 山と溪谷社’s magazine "Hunting Life" at pTa.shop, operated by 株式会社ICE. 50 recipes to brighten your mood and bring a little happiness: "Galettes and Crêpes for a Treat-yourself Moment" releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3596000Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インプレス will release "Galettes and Crêpes for a Treat-yourself Moment," a recipe collection by 星野奈々子, on Oct. 27, 2026. Stopping rate at crosswalks without traffic lights tops 60% for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595999Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAFが実施した信号機のない横断歩道での一時停止状況全国調査の結果、一時停止率は61.1%となり過去最高を記録したが、依然として約4割の車両が停止していない。 A story spanning 19 years reaches its conclusion! Final 21st volume of the Dengeki Comics series "A Certain Scientific Railgun," a spin-off of "A Certain Magical Index," to be released Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595998Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will release the final 21st volume of the popular manga "A Certain Scientific Railgun," which began serialization in 2007, on Oct. 27, 2026. The volume concludes a story spanning 19 years, and production of the TV anime’s 4th season has also been confirmed. A heart-fluttering battle of wills between a calculating, cute actor and a cool, aloof childcare worker! "This Isn’t Fan Service!" to be released Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595997Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will release the manga “This Isn’t Fan Service!” on Oct. 27, 2026. “With your hands, cast a sparkling, melting spell.” “Tsumesaki Melt Mellow” goes on sale Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595996Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will release the manga “Tsumesaki Melt Mellow” on Oct. 27, 2026. Middle school students break through the “¥10,000 barrier”? Christmas gift and New Year’s gift budgets by agehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595995Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by ヨメルバ, operated by 株式会社KADOKAWA, budgets of ¥10,000 or more were the most common for Christmas presents for middle school students, suggesting a trend of breaking through the “¥10,000 barrier.” Cash was the most common form of New Year’s gift, while more than half of upper elementary school students received gifts in the ¥3,000–¥5,000 range. Put an end to the daily “what should I cook?” dilemma after returning to work or picking up your child from daycare, as well as picky eating and a dislike of vegetables! All 211 recipes are easy, quick to make, and sure to be enjoyed by parents and children alike!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-09/index-en-p4.html#n3595994Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWAは、離乳食・幼児食コーディネーターのとうかママによる初著書『1歳半～6歳の「今日何作ろう」が5秒で決まる！ はじめてママの迷わない幼児食』を2026年10月27日に発売する。全211レシピと4週間献立カレンダーを収録し、Amazon限定特典として書籍未収録おさかなレシピ30を提供する。