# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 1 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1118 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 179 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [Settsu City, Osaka Prefecture] The “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment risks from just a 6 mL blood sample, to launch at まつざき脳神経・頭痛クリニック千里丘 on Dec. 19, 2026 (Sat.) — appointments now being accepted

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:44:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000182526.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468418-en.html
- anchor: #n3633938
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レナテック、まつざき脳神経・頭痛クリニック千里丘、神奈川県立がんセンター、千葉県がんセンター

株式会社レナテック will launch the “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and MCI risks from just a 6 mL blood sample, at まつざき脳神経・頭痛クリニック千里丘 in Settsu City, Osaka Prefecture, on Dec. 19, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Dec. 19, 2026 (Sat.)
- 17 trace elements in the blood
- Takes approximately 15 minutes
- Cumulative number of people tested: 100,000
- 19,800 yen (tax included)
- ¥24,200 (tax included)

## The Satoyama Common School, run by Ecology Online in Tochigi, will take part in “GOOD CYCLE FES UTSUNOMIYA 2026”!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:44:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000106321.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468419-en.html
- anchor: #n3633939
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人エコロジーオンライン、EOL、全国削ろう会2028宇都宮大会実行委員会、株式会社ANEW

特定非営利活動法人エコロジーオンライン（EOL） will take part in “GOOD CYCLE FES UTSUNOMIYA 2026,” to be held in Utsunomiya on Dec. 13, 2026, showcasing the Satoyama Common School’s activities and the skills of craftspeople.

Facts:
- 2026
- December 13
- Free

## Kamaboko Day campaign: Get a new “Insulated Tote Bag (Large)” with purchases of ¥10,000 or more! Enjoy 2 times the Jo Club points and complimentary kamaboko, too.

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:44:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000135819.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468420-en.html
- anchor: #n3633940
- Companies mentioned: 鈴廣かまぼこ株式会社、鈴廣、石井醸造

鈴廣かまぼこ株式会社 will hold a campaign from Nov. 14 to 20, 2026, in celebration of Kamaboko Day on Nov. 15. Customers who spend ¥10,000 or more will receive a new insulated tote bag, and Jo Club points will be 2 times the usual amount. Events including craft demonstrations will also be held at “Kamaboko no Sato.”

Facts:
- ¥10,000 or more (before tax)
- 2 times the usual amount
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- Friday, the 20th
- 1115 (Heian period)

## “WIND AND SEA × Ultraman”: A collaborative collection from WIND AND SEA and the Ultraman series.

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:43:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000061751.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468421-en.html
- anchor: #n3633941
- Companies mentioned: WIND AND SEA、franky株式会社、Tsuburaya Productions

Fashion brand WIND AND SEA will release a collaborative collection to mark the Ultraman series’ 60th anniversary. Shiro Sano will model the looks, with sales starting Oct. 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Marking its 60th anniversary this year
- 16 styles in all
- Release date: Oct. 31, 2026
- ¥13,200-
- ¥8,800-
- Born in Tokyo in 2018

## An outlet mall with approximately 220 stores, the largest number in Kyushu, to open at the former site of “マリノアシティ福岡”: “三井アウトレットパーク 福岡マリノア” to open in April 2027

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:42:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001163.000051782.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468426-en.html
- anchor: #n3633942
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、福岡地所株式会社、昭和バス、西鉄バス、株式会社タイシステム、OICグループ、株式会社カプコン、ロピア、株式会社アイデム

Mitsui Fudosan and Fukuoka Jisho have named the outlet mall set to open in April 2027 at the former site of “マリノアシティ福岡” in Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City: “三井アウトレットパーク 福岡マリノア.” The developers announced 41 food and other stores in advance out of approximately 220, and also revealed plans to bring in ロピア and a Monster Hunter statue.

Facts:
- Opening in April 2027
- Approximately 220 stores
- 41 stores
- 13 stores making their first appearance at a domestic commercial complex
- 9 stores in new formats
- Approximately 170 stores
- 2 giant statues
- 55% reduction

## Making M&A a standard option for startups: Launch of “FOUNDER'S NEXT PROGRAM” to support entrepreneurs’ next ventures

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:42:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000023145.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468427-en.html
- anchor: #n3633943
- Companies mentioned: プロトスター株式会社、東京都

プロトスター株式会社は、東京都の「TOKYO SUTEAM」令和8年度協定事業者に採択され、「FOUNDER'S NEXT PROGRAM」を始動した。このプログラムは、成長初期のスタートアップに対し、M&Aを出口戦略として検討・実行するための伴走支援、企業概要書作成、専門家・買い手との接続を行う。

Facts:
- More than 600 cumulative applicants across all programs
- Created 5 M&A deals, including capital alliances
- Provides 12 months of hands-on support to selected startups

## GONNA DAYS makes its first appearance at “ecute Omiya” inside JR Omiya Station! Farm-grown Western vegetable salads and deli items on sale for a limited time from Nov. 9-23｜An ecute Omiya-exclusive Mexican salad arrangement and LA-style chopped salads also available

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:42:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000143139.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468428-en.html
- anchor: #n3633944
- Companies mentioned: Mr.LAND株式会社、GONNA DAYS、Mr.ベジろべぇー

GONNA DAYS, a salad and deli specialty shop operated by Mr.LAND株式会社, will open for a limited time at “ecute Omiya” inside JR Omiya Station from Nov. 9 to 23, 2026, selling salads and deli items made with Western vegetables from its own farm.

Facts:
- 15 days
- Nov. 9, 2026
- Nov. 23
- 10:00〜21:00
- 940 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,188 (tax included)
- 680 yen (tax included)
- 540 yen (tax included)
- ¥864 (tax included)
- ¥648 (tax included)
- 756 yen (tax included)

## Which keepsakes do people want to save when sorting a deceased person’s belongings? A survey of 200 people on what they keep and how they decide (遺品整理/ゴミ屋敷片付け クリーンサービス survey)

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:40:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000183479.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468429-en.html
- anchor: #n3633945
- Companies mentioned: エルスト合同会社、Freeasy、遺品整理/ゴミ屋敷片付け クリーンサービス

According to a survey by 遺品整理/ゴミ屋敷片付けクリーンサービス, the most commonly desired keepsakes when sorting a deceased person’s belongings were records such as “photos, albums, videos and audio.” Key considerations included whether an item holds personal memories and whether it evokes the deceased. Common requests for support from service providers included “a final check before disposal” and “setting aside items that are difficult to decide on.”

Facts:
- 200 men and women aged 20–69 from across Japan
- 48.5% (97 people)
- 25.5% (51 people)
- 23.5% (47 people)
- 13.0% (26 people)
- 10.5% (21 people)
- 9.0% (18 people)
- 6.0% (12 people)
- 4.5% (9 people)
- 2.5% (5 people)
- 36.5% (73 people)
- 16.5% (33 people)
- 15.5% (31 people)
- 14.0% (28 people)
- 10.0% (20 people)
- 7.0% (14 people)
- 5.5% (11 people)
- 24.5% (49 people)
- 27.0% (54 people)
- 22.5% (45 people)
- 20.0% (40 people)
- 16.0% (32 people)
- 12.5% (25 people)
- 8.0% (16 people)
- 6.5% (13 people)
- 45.0% (90 people)

## [トランドール] Baked curry bread made with Kyushu’s signature Saga beef debuts

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000009964.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468437-en.html
- anchor: #n3633948
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンデルセン・パン生活文化研究所、株式会社トランドール、株式会社タカキベーカリー、九州旅客鉄道株式会社、トランドール、グレンドール

Kyushu bakeries トランドール and グレンドール will launch baked curry bread made with Saga beef for a limited time starting Nov. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Price: 380 yen
- 410 yen including tax
- All stores (17 stores in total)

## “ケータリングセレクション,” used by more than 1,000 companies for year-end and New Year parties last year, releases its 2026 feature page and begins offering plans with a choice of complimentary perks for a limited time

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000080059.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468431-en.html
- anchor: #n3633947
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cqree、ケータリングセレクション

株式会社Cqree has released its 2026 feature page for year-end and New Year parties and begun offering plans with a choice of complimentary perks. More than 1,000 companies used the service for year-end and New Year parties last year.

Facts:
- 1名様あたり500円相当のお料理を無料で1品プレゼント
- A chance for up to 20 companies to win a tuna-cutting show or sushi-making experience in a drawing
- More than 50,000 deliveries in just about 3 and a half years since the service launched
- More than 50,000 deliveries to date
- More than 90% of customers placing orders are businesses

## Showcase’s identity verification tool “ProTech ID Checker” launches data integration with kintone

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000588.000003483.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468430-en.html
- anchor: #n3633946
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ショーケース、サイボウズ株式会社、TFCO株式会社

株式会社ショーケース has launched a data integration feature linking its identity verification tool “ProTech ID Checker” with サイボウズ株式会社’s business improvement platform “kintone.” The feature aims to centralize review and approval work after identity verification as well as customer information management, reducing system development costs and workload.

Facts:
- Used by more than 42,000 companies
- Introduced at more than 500 companies to date (as of October 2026)

## 株式会社JENIMO wins the Product Development category at the Japan Beauty Company Awards 2026

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:36:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000193204.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468446-en.html
- anchor: #n3633949
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JENIMO、エステティック通信、株式会社新東通信、エス通総研

株式会社JENIMO, which offers professional hair removal devices and light-based facial machines, won the Product Development category at the Japan Beauty Company Awards 2026, organized by エステティック通信. Its approach to development, which incorporates feedback from practitioners, and its post-installation support system were recognized.

Facts:
- Japan Beauty Company Awards 2026
- 11 types of filters
- A standard of an average of 3 points or higher
- Awards ceremony: June 19, 2026

## [Seminar Announcement] Developing a New Regional Healthcare Plan and How Hospitals Should Respond — A Turning Point in Hospital Management and Strategies for Survival Looking Ahead to 2040

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:36:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000011140.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468447-en.html
- anchor: #n3633950
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソラスト、日本医療マネジメント学会

株式会社ソラスト will hold a seminar on responding to regional healthcare plans and hospital management strategies looking ahead to 2040 at the 日本医療マネジメント学会 23rd Kyushu and Yamaguchi Joint Conference and 26th Nagasaki Prefecture Chapter Academic Meeting, to be held in December 2026.

Facts:
- Dec. 2026
- 2040
- December 4, 2026

## Sailing ship “BLUE OCEAN みらいへ” heads east across the Seto Inland Sea in autumn. A 3-night, 4-day island-hopping voyage from Moji Port to Anan Port (Nov. 16-19)

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:36:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000154305.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468448-en.html
- anchor: #n3633951
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ゼリ・ジャパン、JR

Applications have opened for a 3-night, 4-day voyage across the Seto Inland Sea from Moji Port to Anan Port aboard the sailing ship “BLUE OCEAN みらいへ,” operated by 特定非営利活動法人ゼリ・ジャパン, from Nov. 16 to 19, 2026.

Facts:
- 2026年11月16日(月)から19日(木)
- ¥72,600 (tax included)
- ¥58,300 (tax included)
- Up to 30 people
- If fewer than 10 people

## 【キル フェ ボン】11月28日（土）オープン「キル フェ ボン新宿」だけの記念タルト。「円」を重ねて、「縁」を結ぶ。リンゴと柿のタルト。『富士の輝』とシャインマスカットが出会う、特選の一台。

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:34:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000117972.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468450-en.html
- anchor: #n3633952
- Companies mentioned: キルフェボン株式会社、キル フェ ボン、明治安田新宿ビル

タルト専門店「キル フェ ボン」を運営するキルフェボン株式会社は、2026年11月28日に新宿駅西口に新店舗「キル フェ ボン新宿」をオープンし、限定記念タルト2種を販売する。

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
- 5th store in Tokyo
- 13th store nationwide
- Piece: ¥1,580
- Whole (25 cm): ¥15,800
- Piece: ¥3,000
- Whole (25 cm): ¥30,000

## Kenshi Sugiya drafted by U.S. team サバンナ・バナナズ, set to return to professional play in the U.S. in 2027

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:34:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000191751.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468451-en.html
- anchor: #n3633953
- Companies mentioned: サバンナ・バナナズ、株式会社ZENSHIN CONNECT、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、MLB、NFL

Former professional baseball player Kenshi Sugiya has been drafted by サバンナ・バナナズ, a team in the U.S. Banana Ball League, and is set to return to professional play in the U.S. in 2027, it was announced.

Facts:
- 2027
- Approximately 4 years
- 14 years
- 6 teams

## Bigger turnout than expected! More than 2,400 people visited Sato Foods’ “Salt Rice Ball Specialty Shop Without a Rice Cooker” in 5 days, with around 2,600 sold—all about the rice, with no fillings

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:32:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000069722.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468453-en.html
- anchor: #n3633954
- Companies mentioned: サトウ食品株式会社、ZeroBase 表参道

サトウ食品株式会社 held its “Salt Rice Ball Specialty Shop Without a Rice Cooker” at ZeroBase 表参道 in Tokyo’s Omotesando district for 5 days, from Sept. 30 to Oct. 4, 2026, selling around 2,600 rice balls.

Facts:
- More than 2,400 people
- 2,609 pieces
- 630 pieces
- 660 pieces
- 1個100円
- Suggested retail price: ¥285

## Neat Open launches in Japan to reduce “can’t be seen, can’t be heard” problems in online meetings

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:31:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000092823.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468454-en.html
- anchor: #n3633955
- Companies mentioned: Neatframe株式会社、Neat、Zoom Rooms、Miro、Kahoot!

Neatframe株式会社は、オンライン会議の画質・音質課題を解決するため、ノートPCからケーブル1本でNeat機器を使用可能にする「Neat Open」の国内提供を開始した。

Facts:
- October 28
- Consolidated into 1 device
- With 1 cable
- More than 40 business applications
- Around 300 units installed
- From more than 1 hour
- To around 15–20 minutes
- Founded in 2019
- Established in July 2021

## Hyokkorihan named WMG2027 Kansai soft tennis ambassador! He will connect with participants, drawing on his experience competing at the Inter-High

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000053572.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468455-en.html
- anchor: #n3633956
- Companies mentioned: 京都府福知山市、吉本興業、NTT西日本

京都府福知山市 has appointed comedian Hyokkorihan of 吉本興業 and Koichi Nagae of the NTT西日本 soft tennis team as ambassadors for the soft tennis competition at the World Masters Games 2027 Kansai, to be held in May 2027.

Facts:
- May 2027
- Around 50 participants
- Open to anyone aged 30 or older

## 6th Nagoya Castle Grand Tea Gathering to be held! — Nagoya Castle once drew 160 warriors and feudal lords from across Japan, including Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu. Now, leading voices including Naoki Prize-winning author Shogo Imamura gather for a passionate cross-talk at the “miracle castle” attracting nationwide attention

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000501.000018574.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468456-en.html
- anchor: #n3633957
- Companies mentioned: 佐賀県、唐津市、佐賀新聞社、サガテレビ、道の駅桃山天下市

佐賀県 and 唐津市 will hold the 6th Nagoya Castle Grand Tea Gathering on Nov. 22, 2026, at the Nagoya Castle ruins, marking 100 years since their designation as a national historic site. The event will feature a varied program, including a cross-talk with Naoki Prize-winning author Shogo Imamura, a Noh performance and a family-crest sticker rally, showcasing the site’s historical significance.

Facts:
- More than 160 warriors and feudal lords from across Japan
- 100th anniversary of designation as a national historic site
- Around 430 years ago
- Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
- ¥1,200 per person
- ¥2,000 per person

## 37 occupations require security skills. Of these, 26 are outside IT departments

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000191104.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468458-en.html
- anchor: #n3633959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Personality、経済産業省、ISC2

株式会社Personality has published findings from its “Skills Encyclopedia” skills dictionary, showing that 26 of the 37 occupations requiring information security-related skills (70.3%) are outside IT departments.

Facts:
- Of these, 26 (70.3%) are
- Of 3,932 skills
- 32 related to information security and cybersecurity
- 37 of 461 occupations
- Of 1,458 tasks
- IT departments: 11
- Japan is said to be short of around 110,000 cybersecurity professionals
- Law to enable active cyber defense, Oct. 1, 2026

## チェック・ポイント・リサーチ discovers “Aokigahara,” a new information-stealing malware targeting credentials for AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000565.000021207.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468457-en.html
- anchor: #n3633958
- Companies mentioned: チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ株式会社、チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ、Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.、チェック・ポイント・リサーチ、Check Point Research、CPR、チェック・ポイント、合同会社NEXT PR

チェック・ポイント・リサーチ announced that it had discovered “Aokigahara,” a new information-stealing malware targeting credentials for AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude.

Facts:
- More than 100,000 organizations
- More than 100 analysts
- Established on October 1, 1997
- Oct. 23, 2026, U.S. time
- March 31, 2026

## “SketchUp CIRCLE 2026: New Possibilities Expanded by AI and Emerging Technologies” to be held

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000192951.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468491-en.html
- anchor: #n3633994
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファコックス、株式会社オカベメンテ、フレイム一級建築士事務所、岩瀬社寺建築株式会社、TPホールディングス株式会社、株式会社VDC、株式会社オーク

株式会社アルファコックス will hold “SketchUp CIRCLE 2026: New Possibilities Expanded by AI and New Technologies” on December 4, 2026. The event will focus on generative AI and the evolution of SketchUp, featuring talks by users and exhibition booths hosted by sponsors. The participation fee is 3,300 yen, tax included.

Facts:
- December 4, 2026
- 13：00〜17:00
- 3,300 yen

## Signed a partner sponsorship agreement with 沖縄アクターズスクール

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000150356.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468475-en.html
- anchor: #n3633993
- Companies mentioned: 太陽グループ株式会社、沖縄アクターズスクール、株式会社沖縄アクターズスクール、太陽工業株式会社、TSP太陽株式会社、アクティオ株式会社

太陽グループ株式会社 signed a sponsorship agreement with 沖縄アクターズスクール as a silver partner for 6 months, from October 2026 through March 2027.

Facts:
- 6 months
- 3 group companies
- 1983
- 1922

## Japan Tax-Free, together with UPBOND, puts tax-free refunds using the yen-denominated stablecoin “JPYC” into practical use

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000151022.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468487-en.html
- anchor: #n3633992
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本免税、UPBOND、JPYC株式会社、JPYC

株式会社日本免税 will begin accepting payments in the yen-denominated stablecoin “JPYC” through its “JapanRefund” tax refund service for visitors to Japan on November 1, 2026. In collaboration with UPBOND’s wallet infrastructure, it will put into practical use Japan’s first model to reduce fees and prevent fraud.

Facts:
- From Nov. 1, 2026
- Holds 5 patents related to tax-free refunds

## Survey on sales workers’ experience of working on days off: 76.9% have handled customer matters on a day off. The most common source of messages on days off was not “customers” but “supervisors and teams (51.2%)”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000062503.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468478-en.html
- anchor: #n3633991
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社9E、アイブリッジ株式会社

A survey conducted by 株式会社9E found that 76.9% of sales workers had handled customer matters on a day off, with “supervisors and teams (51.2%)” being the most common source.

Facts:
- 76.9% have handled customer matters on a day off
- Messages from supervisors and teams (51.2%)
- Directly from customers (31.7%)
- Survey of 160 people with experience in sales roles

## Even inquiries AI can’t answer are guided through to resolution. Inquiry-response AI agent “NetBot” comes standard with human support, ticket management, and improvement suggestions

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000165497.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468554-en.html
- anchor: #n3633990
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーコース、だんらんの家

株式会社イーコース began offering the fall 2026 update to its inquiry-response AI agent “NetBot” on October 29, 2026. It comes standard with ticket management to hand inquiries the AI cannot answer over to human agents, and an “improvement suggestions” feature that identifies areas for knowledge-base improvement. No additional contract is required. It is available from 100,000 yen per month.

Facts:
- Service launched on October 29, 2026
- Answers in more than 40 languages, including English and Chinese
- Approximately 200 locations nationwide
- The Standard Plan starts at 100,000 yen per month, excluding tax

## 光村印刷 to showcase “paper flexible packaging” that combines environmental responsibility with enhanced brand value at Next Package 2026 — Creating sustainable packaging with offset printing

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000169997.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468549-en.html
- anchor: #n3633989
- Companies mentioned: 光村印刷株式会社、一般社団法人 日本食品包装協会

光村印刷株式会社 will exhibit at the 9th Next Package 2026, to be held on November 26, 2026, and present “paper flexible packaging” that combines environmental responsibility with enhanced brand value.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- 10:00～17:00
- Founded: October 20, 1901

## [SKS JAPAN 2026] Bringing the power of microbes to industry. Brewing machinery leader フジワラテクノアート unveils a co-creation platform to accelerate the real-world implementation of bio-based manufacturing

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000103779.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468546-en.html
- anchor: #n3633988
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジワラテクノアート、三菱ケミカルエンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社UnlocX

株式会社フジワラテクノアート will exhibit at SKS JAPAN 2026, to be held in November 2026, unveiling a microbial industry platform that draws on its expertise in brewing machinery, as well as “MiniLab,” an aerated solid-state cultivation system.

Facts:
- 27 countries worldwide
- Approximately 1,500 companies
- Founded in 1933
- From November 5 (Thursday) through 7 (Saturday), 2026

## [Public voting open through November 15] High school students’ insights can change healthcare. Entries in the “みんつくミラキャン” poster and video contest now available

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000134013.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468542-en.html
- anchor: #n3633987
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人ピーペック、国立研究開発法人日本医療研究開発機構、AMED、一般社団法人日本製薬工業協会、JPMA、アステラス製薬株式会社、アルジェニクスジャパン株式会社、EAファーマ株式会社、CSLベーリング株式会社、第一三共株式会社、帝人ファーマ株式会社、日本ベーリンガーインゲルハイム株式会社、ボストン・サイエンティフィック ジャパン株式会社

一般社団法人ピーペック has published entries in “みんつくミラキャン,” a poster and video contest for high school students, and is accepting public votes (first-round judging) through November 15.

Facts:
- Published on the organization’s website starting Monday, October 26, 2026
- Public voting closes at 23:59 on Sunday, November 15, 2026
- The winning entries will be selected at the presentation and awards ceremony to be held in January 2027
- In the 3 online workshops held in July–August
- An era in which 1 in 2 people will experience cancer during their lifetime
- It is estimated that at least 2–3 of every 30 high school students have some kind of illness
- Presentation and awards ceremony to be held on January 10, 2027

## [Sapporo | Capacity: 10 companies] Friday, November 13: “Introducing the Self-Career Dock” — Addressing workforce development challenges and introducing the Self-Career Dock

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000155536.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468533-en.html
- anchor: #n3633986
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナ、厚生労働省

Notice of a seminar on “Introducing the Self-Career Dock” in Sapporo, hosted by 株式会社パソナ. Free of charge, with capacity limited to 10 companies.

Facts:
- Limited to 10 companies
- Up to 2 people per company
- Friday, Nov. 13
- 13:30～

## Detect vulnerabilities that could lead to information leaks every day and help fix them automatically. Launch of “AI-SecBox,” an on-premises AI security platform

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000046571.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468528-en.html
- anchor: #n3633985
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Hexabase、Hexabase、警察庁、IPA、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、Dell

株式会社Hexabaseは、社内設置型のAI脆弱性検査・修正検証環境「AI-SecBox」の提供を開始した。これは、年1回から毎日自動検査へ切り替え、AIによる修正案作成・レビュー・自動検証を一気通貫で支援する基盤である。

Facts:
- Reported ransomware cases reached 123
- Up 50.7% year on year
- 不審アクセスは1日・1IPアドレス当たり13,687件に達し
- An incident occurred in which approximately 6.6 million accounts’ information was obtained by a third party
- Integrates 6 types of scanners using OSS alone
- An 8-step workflow that supports the process through to fixing issues
- Approximately 1.1 liters in volume
- Power consumption: 280 W
- More than 300 engineers have taken the course to date

## “LLMOチェキ” launches “AI Question Suggestions,” a feature that uses AI to design questions that should surface your company in AI search results

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000177930.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468523-en.html
- anchor: #n3633984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Itera、ChatGPT、Google

株式会社Itera began offering “AI Question Suggestions,” a new feature for its LLMO measurement and improvement tool “LLMOチェキ,” on October 29, 2026. The feature uses AI to organize information from a website and suggest questions for different stages, such as awareness and comparison. Users can review an estimate before registering suggestions in bulk.

Facts:
- Launched on October 29, 2026
- サイト分析1回あたり20クレジットを消費します

## Details of the collaboration menu and original merchandise revealed, with various events also confirmed

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000047885.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468521-en.html
- anchor: #n3633983
- Companies mentioned: 森ビル株式会社、印傳屋、THE SUN ＆ THE MOON（Cafe）、ソルト・コンソーシアム株式会社、博報堂

A special event celebrating the 80th anniversary of the French publication of “The Little Prince” will be held at Tokyo City View, the Roppongi Hills observation deck operated by 森ビル株式会社, from November 13, 2026, through February 14, 2027. The program will include original merchandise, collaboration café menu items, and talk seminars by the astronomy club.

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- February 14, 2027
- 80th anniversary
- 52nd floor
- ¥2,420
- 1,650 yen
- 3,960 yen
- 935 yen
- 5,500 yen
- 17,600 yen
- Additional 900 yen
- General admission: 3,100 yen
- High school and university students: 2,500 yen
- Ages 4 through junior high school: 1,900 yen
- Age 65 and over: 2,800 yen
- ¥1,230
- 1,080 yen
- 1,300 yen
- 1,320 yen
- 1,760 yen
- 1,870 yen
- 3,500 yen
- 50 participants

## UPBOND, together with 日本免税, puts tax-free refunds using the yen-denominated stablecoin “JPYC” into practical use

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000065959.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468512-en.html
- anchor: #n3633982
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UPBOND、日本免税、JPYC株式会社

株式会社UPBOND and 日本免税 have commercialized a service that allows foreign visitors to Japan to receive tax-free refunds in the yen-denominated stablecoin “JPYC.” The service launches on Nov. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- March 2026

## ＪＢＣＣ launches data-driven AI services

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000141649.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468503-en.html
- anchor: #n3633981
- Companies mentioned: ＪＢＣＣホールディングス株式会社、ＪＢＣＣ株式会社、Microsoft、Microsoft Excel、Microsoft Fabric

ＪＢＣＣ株式会社 has launched a support service that uses its proprietary AI agent to propose viable analytical use cases based on companies’ business data. Using Microsoft Fabric, it assesses whether data is AI-Ready and provides a preparation roadmap.

Facts:
- July 2026
- Classified into the following 3 categories

## About half of all books added to bookshelves are “a book already on a friend’s shelf.” The reality of reading spreading through online communities, revealed by more than 100,000 reading records (according to OSIRO)

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000053812.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468497-en.html
- anchor: #n3633980
- Companies mentioned: オシロ株式会社、OSIRO

オシロ株式会社 announced that cumulative registrations for “Everyone’s Bookshelf,” the reading feature of its community platform “OSIRO,” had topped 100,000. Analysis of more than 100,000 records found that about half of the books added to shelves had already been registered by friends, that 32.1% of registered books spread within communities, and that half of those books were shared with a 2nd person within about 3 days.

Facts:
- About half of bookshelf registrations (49.7%)
- 1 out of every 3 registered books
- A 2nd member within about 3 days
- 61.1% in the community with the highest rate
- 100,471 registrations

## “Premium Cream Bread” made with carefully selected ingredients from Kanagawa Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000117233.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468477-en.html
- anchor: #n3633979
- Companies mentioned: 国際興業株式会社、富士屋ホテル株式会社、湯本富士屋ホテル、ピコット湯本駅前店

Fujiya Hotel, part of the Kokusai Kogyo Group, has begun selling “Premium Cream Bread” made with ingredients from Kanagawa Prefecture at ピコット湯本駅前店.

Facts:
- ¥420
- Oct. 26, 2026

## サーバーワークス adds IVR recording transcription feature to its cloud contact center package

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000075977.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468472-en.html
- anchor: #n3633978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サーバーワークス、アマゾン ウェブ サービス、AWS、株式会社エクレクト、Amazon Connect Customer、Zendesk

サーバーワークス and エクレクト have added an IVR recording transcription feature to their cloud contact center package. The feature automatically creates Zendesk tickets from audio recorded through IVR, then transcribes and summarizes the recordings.

Facts:
- Since 2008
- As of the end of August 2026
- 1,610 companies
- 33,200 projects
- Since November 2014
- Can be deployed in as little as 1 month

## [Joint webinar] アジアクエスト × Sansan × Geolocation Technology: Don’t miss prospect signals—turn them into business meetings and orders

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000019319.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468471-en.html
- anchor: #n3633977
- Companies mentioned: アジアクエスト株式会社、Sansan株式会社、株式会社Geolocation Technology、HubSpot

アジアクエスト株式会社 will hold a webinar on Nov. 27, 2026, jointly with Sansan株式会社 and 株式会社Geolocation Technology, explaining how to identify prospects using IP addresses and customer data and turn them into business meetings and orders.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
- 15:00〜16:30
- Securities code 4261

## “11 security assessment criteria” for spotting dangerous cloud tools released [Free white paper]

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000002036.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468440-en.html
- anchor: #n3633976
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピクルス、AWS

株式会社ピクルス has released a free white paper outlining “11 security assessment criteria” for people responsible for selecting cloud tools and obtaining internal approval.

Facts:
- 4-step review process
- Cloud Security Assessment Criteria, October 2026 edition
- Established: September 19, 2003

## “Tom Yum Goong Ramen” arrives to celebrate the opening of Kourakuen Thailand’s 10th and 11th locations! ～The 11th location in Thailand, LIVE RAMINTRA店, opens Friday, Oct. 30～

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000338.000029714.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468439-en.html
- anchor: #n3633975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社幸楽苑、株式会社プレジデント幸楽苑、PRESIDENT KOURAKUEN Co.,Ltd.、THAI PRESIDENT FOODS PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED、株式会社幸楽苑ホールディングス

株式会社幸楽苑 will begin selling “Tom Yum Goong Ramen” on Nov. 4, 2026, to mark the opening of its 10th and 11th locations in Thailand. Its franchisee, President Kourakuen, opened the 10th location in September and the 11th on Oct. 30.

Facts:
- “Tom Yum Goong Ramen” 890 yen (tax included)
- Starting Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- Kourakuen Thailand’s 10th location
- 11th location
- On Sept. 16, 2026 (Wed.),
- On Friday, October 30
- Set meals offering savings of 70–150 yen
- ※Save 80 yen
- ⇒ 1,090 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 1,170 yen (tax included)
- ⇒ 1,190 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 1,260 yen (tax included)
- ⇒ 1,390 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 1,540 yen (tax included)

## アライドアーキテクツ analyzes 京王百貨店’s survey of visitors to Japan through the CEPs lens, identifying the reasons for visits and the needs of repeat customers by country and region

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000415.000058547.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468438-en.html
- anchor: #n3633974
- Companies mentioned: アライドアーキテクツ株式会社、株式会社京王百貨店

アライドアーキテクツ analyzed 京王百貨店’s survey of visitors to Japan using the data platform “Kaname.ax Global,” revealing differences in visit purposes depending on prior awareness, as well as variations in CEPs (triggers) and repeat-customer needs by country and region.

Facts:
- About 2,200 cases
- About 3 times

## フェイスネットワーク to speak at the “1st NIKKEI Family Business Project Management Forum,” hosted by 日本経済新聞社 メディアビジネス

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000426.000026725.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468441-en.html
- anchor: #n3633973
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイスネットワーク、日本経済新聞社 メディアビジネス、パレスホテル東京、三井住友信託銀行、ランドマーク税理士法人、税理士法人レガシィ、株式会社山本山、アパグループ、㈱建設データバンク

株式会社フェイスネットワーク is participating as a gold sponsor in the “1st NIKKEI Family Business Project Management Forum,” hosted by 日本経済新聞社, with president and representative director 二郎蜂谷 scheduled to speak.

Facts:
- Nov. 25, 2026
- More than 300 newly built single-building apartment complexes in total
- Ranked No. 1 in completed buildings
- As of the end of September 2026

## [ハーゲンダッツ] New “Cake Bar” series arrives! Enjoy the sensation of biting into a rich gateau chocolat. “Raspberry Gateau Chocolat” bar launches for a limited time on Tuesday, Nov. 3!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000448.000012760.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468445-en.html
- anchor: #n3633972
- Companies mentioned: ハーゲンダッツ ジャパン株式会社、ハーゲンダッツ

ハーゲンダッツ ジャパン株式会社 will launch the first product in its new “Cake Bar” series, “Raspberry Gateau Chocolat,” nationwide for a limited time starting Nov. 3.

Facts:
- [Net content] 72 ml
- [Price] 373 yen (suggested retail price, including consumption tax)
- Milk fat: 9.5%
- Fruit juice and pulp: 8%

## 共立メンテナンス to be a special sponsor of the charity event “15th Waseda Ekiden in Odaiba,” produced by 早稲田大学

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000494.000030012.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468442-en.html
- anchor: #n3633971
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社共立メンテナンス、早稲田大学、一般社団法人ルーツ・スポーツ・ジャパン

株式会社共立メンテナンス will be a special sponsor of the charity running event “15th Waseda Ekiden in Odaiba,” produced by 早稲田大学 and scheduled for Jan. 24, 2027.

Facts:
- Sunday, January 24, 2027
- 15th
- 7,051,275 yen
- Operating more than approximately 500 buildings nationwide

## “XINXIN,” a 7-member mix-genre idol group from Nagoya, has a regular radio show airing late Monday nights on FM AICHI starting in October! “XINXIN’s Shin-so Shin-ri—Whether you believe it or not is up to you☆”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000753.000036704.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468443-en.html
- anchor: #n3633970
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエム愛知、FM AICHI、radiko

A regular radio show by “XINXIN,” a 7-member mix-genre idol group from Nagoya, began airing late Monday nights on FM AICHI in October 2026. Episodes are also available for time-shifted listening on radiko.

Facts:
- 7-member group
- October 2026
- Every Monday, 26:00–26:30
- 80.7MHz
- 81.3MHz
- Within 1 week

## A new pre-dinner habit: try Pork Bits as a snack before dinner! 61.8% of dual-income households hear their children say “I’m hungry” at least 1 day a week

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000775.000004867.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468444-en.html
- anchor: #n3633969
- Companies mentioned: 伊藤ハム米久ホールディングス株式会社、伊藤ハム、総務省統計局、労働政策研究・研修機構

Based on a survey of dual-income households with preschool-age children, 伊藤ハム米久ホールディングス proposed “pre-dinner”—a new habit to address hunger before the evening meal.

Facts:
- Survey of 500 people in dual-income households
- In 2025, the number of “dual-income households”※1 reached 13.33 million※2
- “Households consisting of a couple and children” were the largest group, at 8.06 million※3
- Dinner tended to start an average of 30 minutes later
- The median interval between lunch and dinner was 7 hours
- The median wait from picking up children to starting dinner was 2 hours
- 84.6% have a snack or something to eat between meals
- 59.2% of people have had to interrupt making dinner temporarily

## New wisdom for caring for the “silent organ,” explained by a liver specialist and a dentist! “Amazing Habits That Keep Your Liver Strong for Life: What People Who Don’t Age Do” now on sale

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000863.000041489.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468469-en.html
- anchor: #n3633968
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本文芸社、栗原クリニック東京・日本橋、北里大学医学部、東京女子医科大学、慶應義塾大学大学院、栗原ヘルスケア研究所、鶴見大学歯学部、慶應義塾大学大学院政策・メディア研究科、三笠書房、Amazon

株式会社日本文芸社 released “Amazing Habits That Keep Your Liver Strong for Life: What People Who Don’t Age Do,” co-authored by liver specialist Takeshi Kurihara and dentist Takenori Kurihara, on October 27, 2026. The book explains the mechanisms behind fatty liver and the links between the liver and the oral and gut environments, and suggests preventive habits that can be practiced in everyday life.

Facts:
- Oct. 27, 2026
- List price: ¥990 (tax included)
- 48 pages
- Founded: January 1959
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Employees: 79

## 『セブンカフェ』累計販売数100億杯を達成！11月1日を「セブンカフェの日（いい1杯の日）」に制定

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001311.000155396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468468-en.html
- anchor: #n3633967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、一般社団法人 日本記念日協会、セブン-イレブン

株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン designated November 1 as “Seven Café Day” to mark cumulative sales of 10 billion cups of “Seven Café,” launched in 2013, as of the end of October 2026. The company will hold campaigns and launch new products.

Facts:
- Cumulative sales of 10 billion cups
- End of October 2026
- Launched in 2013
- Price: ¥498
- Price: 278 yen
- 2,026 winners

## Celebrating cumulative sales of 10 billion cups of “セブンカフェ”! “Caramel Latte Smoothie” joins the “Seven Café Smoothie” lineup for a limited time, with a sweet and bitter flavor and セブンカフェ beans as a secret ingredient

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001312.000155396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468467-en.html
- anchor: #n3633966
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン、セブンカフェ、明治

株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch “Caramel Latte Smoothie” for a limited time starting November 3, celebrating cumulative sales of 10 billion cups for セブンカフェ.

Facts:
- Cumulative sales of 10 billion cups
- From Tuesday, Nov. 3
- Price: 278 yen
- 300.24 yen including tax

## 【鴨川シーワールド】A 60-minute program to learn about the concepts behind the exhibit tanks and their inhabitants from an animal keeper who serves as a dedicated group guide!! Weekdays only*1: “Animal Keeper Guided Walk: The Life of Water & the Coral Reef Sea”!!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002055.000007398.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468466-en.html
- anchor: #n3633965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート、鴨川シーワールド

鴨川シーワールド, the flagship facility of 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート, will hold the private guided tour “Animal Keeper Guided Walk: The Life of Water & the Coral Reef Sea” led by an animal keeper on weekdays only starting November 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Up to 5 people
- 1日わずか2組だけ
- 1組 5,000円（税込）
- 11,000 marine animals representing 800 species

## 【Brûlée Merisée】New gift box featuring a Christmas rose pattern. An assortment of 4 items, including winter-limited chocolate tarts

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002161.000025606.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468465-en.html
- anchor: #n3633964
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グレープストーン、東京ステーション開発㈱

Brûlée Merisée, operated by 株式会社グレープストーン, will sell “Merisée Gift <Winter>,” a gift box featuring a Christmas rose pattern, for a limited time starting November 1, 2026. Priced at 2,268 yen, it contains 4 kinds of sweets, including chocolate tarts.

Facts:
- 2 million sold to date
- 【Price】2,268 yen
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026

## “15 consecutive years competing” at the National Skills Competition: 3 students from the Traditional Architecture Carpentry Department to compete in the architectural carpentry category!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002280.000032951.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468464-en.html
- anchor: #n3633963
- Companies mentioned: NSGグループ、株式会社NSGホールディングス、中央職業能力開発協会

3 students from the College of Traditional Culture and Environmental Welfare, part of the NSGグループ, have been selected to represent Niigata Prefecture in the architectural carpentry category at the 64th National Skills Competition, marking 15 consecutive years of participation.

Facts:
- 3 students
- 64th National Skills Competition
- December 4 (Friday)–7 (Monday)
- 101 corporations

## Pasona Tohoku Sosei’s “Hiraizumi Club ~farm & resort~” adopts “TEUDU,” a premium skincare brand with ties to Iwate. Accommodation plan with care set for the first 50 groups, available starting November 1

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002335.000016751.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468463-en.html
- anchor: #n3633962
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナ東北創生、エスヴィータ株式会社、一休.com

“Hiraizumi Club ~farm & resort~,” operated by 株式会社パソナ東北創生, has adopted エスヴィータ株式会社’s premium skincare brand “TEUDU” as an amenity and will begin offering a special accommodation plan exclusively through 一休.com starting November 1, 2026.

Facts:
- First 50 groups
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 70,560 yen
- 180 years old

## 【TAC司法書士講座】Free online seminar “It’s never too late to start! Building a career as a judicial scrivener” to be held on Saturday, November 7

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003106.000021078.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468462-en.html
- anchor: #n3633961
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、TAC司法書士講座

TAC株式会社 will hold a free online seminar for its judicial scrivener course on November 7, 2026. Instructor Hiroyuki Himeno will speak about career development and study strategies.

Facts:
- Nov. 7, 2026
- 10:00
- 11:00
- 3 barriers
- December 1980
- Academic year 2002

## Latest news on products launching this fall and upcoming events for the “Love Live! Series Official Card Game” revealed at “Bushiroad TCG Strategy Presentation 2026 Autumn”!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009843.000014827.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468459-en.html
- anchor: #n3633960
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロード、Bushiroad

株式会社ブシロード announced new products and event information for the “Love Live! Series Official Card Game” at “Bushiroad TCG Strategy Presentation 2026 Autumn,” held on October 28, 2026. Details were revealed for the November booster pack “Magical♡Treat,” purchase bonuses for the premium booster “DUO,” launching in December, and “Anniversary 2027” and related decks, scheduled for release in February 2027. The company also announced tournaments at the November fan meeting and prizes for the championship tournament in February 2027.

Facts:
- October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Scheduled for release on Saturday, November 14
- Scheduled for release on Saturday, December 19
- With the purchase of 2 boxes
- Scheduled for release on Saturday, February 27
- Hasunosora Girls’ Academy School Idol Club, 106th-generation members
- On Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, 8
- On Sunday, February 21, 2027
- More than 50 members in total

## Sunmedia partners with U.S.-based Cashmere to license high-quality specialist content for generative AI

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:29:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000192981.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468087-en.html
- anchor: #n3633832
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンメディア、Cashmere Inc.、Cashmere、Reach Capital

株式会社サンメディア has formed a strategic partnership with Cashmere Inc., a U.S.-based content licensing platform for AI, and will develop a licensing business in Japan for high-quality specialist content for generative AI and RAG systems.

Facts:
- For more than 60 years
- Oct. 29, 2026
- 5 million US dollars

## Rapidus and en launch mass recruitment through en’s “Social Impact Recruitment Project,” seeking candidates for multiple roles including business planning and production engineering, including second-career graduates and young people with potential

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:29:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001295.000000725.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468089-en.html
- anchor: #n3633833
- Companies mentioned: エン株式会社、Rapidus株式会社、トヨタ自動車、ソニーグループ、ウエスタンデジタル日本法人、東京エレクトロン

エン株式会社 has launched the “Social Impact Recruitment Project” for Rapidus株式会社, recruiting candidates at once for multiple roles, including business planning and production engineering, including second-career graduates and young people with potential, to establish a mass-production system for 2nm-generation semiconductors.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, October 29, 2026
- 2nm-generation semiconductors
- Successfully confirmed transistor operation in July 2025
- Aiming to begin mass production in the second half of fiscal 2027
- About 70% of employees are from Honshu and Kyushu

## Eco-Pork、東京都「グローバルサプライチェーン強化支援事業」の支援対象企業に選定

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:29:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000047724.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468088-en.html
- anchor: #n3633834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Eco-Pork、Eco-Pork America, Inc.、東京都、経済産業省、農林水産省、NEDO、国連工業開発機関

株式会社Eco-Pork, a startup advancing digital transformation in pig farming, has been selected as 1 of 10 companies to receive support under the Global Supply Chain Strengthening Support Program run by 東京都. The company offers digital solutions for pig farming in 4 countries—the United States, Brazil, Spain and Ukraine—and will use the program to build supply chains supporting overseas expansion and develop growth strategies.

Facts:
- 10 companies selected for support
- 4 countries: the United States, Brazil, Spain and Ukraine
- 令和8年度から令和10年度までの3年間
- More than 1 million pigs annually
- A ¥40 trillion global market

## UNICORN marks the 1st anniversary of the official launch of its mobile advertising truck “O3 TRUCK” with a company promotional drive starting October 29. It will also offer the “O3 TRUCK Search” option free of charge for a limited time

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:28:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000293.000033008.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468091-en.html
- anchor: #n3633835
- Companies mentioned: UNICORN株式会社、株式会社アドウェイズ、POLARIS株式会社

UNICORN will conduct a promotional drive starting October 29, 2026, to mark the 1st anniversary of the release of its AI analytics advertising truck, “O3 TRUCK.” It is also offering the normally paid option “O3 TRUCK Search” free of charge to advertisers who apply by December 25.

Facts:
- 1st anniversary of the official release
- Regular option fee: 300,000 yen
- Adopted by 28 companies in the 1 year since its release
- Reached 54 campaigns

## [Taiwan Update] Local sourcing of Taiwan’s semiconductor materials is accelerating! A look at the forefront of partnerships between Japanese and Taiwanese companies and more in the latest Wise Research report

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:27:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000394.000059899.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468092-en.html
- anchor: #n3633836
- Companies mentioned: ワイズコンサルティング グループ、威志企管顧問股ｲ分有限公司、SEMI半導体材料聯盟、合晶科技、ウエハーワークス、上銀科技、ハイウィン、百徳機械、威力暘電子、ウェリーサン

Wise Consulting Group has issued its latest report, covering the acceleration of local sourcing of semiconductor materials in Taiwan, machine tool makers’ shift into robotics and aerospace, a major investment by 合晶科技（ウエハーワークス）, and 威力暘電子（ウェリーサン）’s rollout of liquid-cooling technology.

Facts:
- 35 companies have joined
- SEMI半導体材料聯盟 was established in August 2026
- 12-inch wafers for advanced manufacturing processes
- A new production line will begin operations in 2027

## 10 companies to watch will appear under the theme “A World Coexisting with AI”! “Hifumi Annual Meeting 2026” to be held November 29

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:26:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000049166.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468090-en.html
- anchor: #n3633837
- Companies mentioned: レオス・キャピタルワークス株式会社、SBIグループ、SBIグローバルアセットマネジメント株式会社、伊藤忠商事、丸紅、三井物産、みずほフィナンシャルグループ、ANYCOLOR、オリックス、三菱地所、インソース、Finatextホールディングス、TOTO株式会社

Rheos Capital Works will hold “Hifumi Annual Meeting 2026,” an event themed “A World Coexisting with AI,” at Tokyo International Forum on November 29, featuring 10 companies to watch, including 伊藤忠商事.

Facts:
- 12:00～17:00
- Capacity: approximately 20 people

## Presentations on security measures at medical institutions and the use of generative AI at the 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:26:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000113605.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468099-en.html
- anchor: #n3633838
- Companies mentioned: 医療AIプラットフォーム技術研究組合、HAIP、日本医療情報学会

医療AIプラットフォーム技術研究組合 (HAIP) will present recommendations on the shift to cyber resilience and key points of the Guidelines for the Use of Generative AI (2nd Edition) at the 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics, to be held in Sapporo in November 2026.

Facts:
- 2026年11月12日（木）～15日（日）
- 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics
- 27th Annual Meeting of 日本医療情報学会
- 2 presentations
- November 13, 2026 (Friday), 9:00–11:00
- November 14, 2026 (Saturday), 16:00–18:00

## 大央 representative and architect 松岡恭子 discusses “urban spaces in reserve” and city-making in the age of AI

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:25:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000185191.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468101-en.html
- anchor: #n3633839
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大央、ONE FUKUOKA HOTEL、福岡中経協、北九州中経協、筑後中経協、筑豊中経協、福岡県中小企業経営者協会連合会

Kyoko Matsuoka, representative of 株式会社大央, spoke at a joint meeting of the 福岡県中小企業経営者協会連合会, discussing the Tenjin Big Bang, public spaces at One Building, challenges posed by population decline, the potential of AI-powered urban planning, and the perspective of viewing vacant houses in regional cities as “spaces in reserve.”

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- 6th floor
- 100 years
- 30 years from now
- 100 ideas
- 1,000 ideas
- Beyond half a century

## 共英製鋼 and Clean Energy Connect sign virtual PPA service agreement

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:24:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000160355.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468102-en.html
- anchor: #n3633840
- Companies mentioned: 共英製鋼株式会社、共英製鋼、株式会社クリーンエナジーコネクト、CEC

共英製鋼株式会社 and 株式会社クリーンエナジーコネクト have signed a virtual PPA service agreement, with the service set to begin in November 2026. CEC will develop Non-FIT solar power plants with a capacity of approximately 14MW and provide the environmental value to 共英製鋼.

Facts:
- Approximately 14MW
- Approximately 6,300t-CO2/year
- Approximately 160 locations nationwide
- Approximately 15,000,000kWh
- Nov. 2026
- 20 years

## [株式会社ミライト・ワン] Expanding integrated managed services with the addition of cyberattack response capabilities, launching “MY One Grid™ Cybersecurity”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:24:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000130563.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468103-en.html
- anchor: #n3633841
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミライト・ワン、株式会社ソフトクリエイト、エクスジェン・ネットワークス

株式会社ミライト・ワン will begin offering “MY One Grid™ Cybersecurity,” which adds cybersecurity features to its integrated cloud/on-premises managed service “MY One Grid™,” on October 29, 2026.

Facts:
- From Oct. 29, 2026

## Korean skincare brand “セロラバイ” expands offline sales channels with placement in 8 pharmacies in Busan, following Seoul

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:24:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000158976.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468105-en.html
- anchor: #n3633842
- Companies mentioned: CELORA CO.,LTD.、セロラバイ、CELORABY、Qoo10、楽天市場、Rakuten

Korean skincare brand “セロラバイ” has expanded its offline sales channels by securing placement in 8 pharmacies in major tourist areas of Busan, following Seoul.

Facts:
- 8 pharmacies
- Formulated with 20,000ppm of ECM-5

## SUBU 10th-anniversary mook, “別冊GO OUT SUBU 10th ANNIVERSARY BOOK,” goes on sale. Special bonus: SUBU’s original “mixed-material shoe bag”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:22:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000150214.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468106-en.html
- anchor: #n3633843
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イデアポート、SUBU、GO OUT、ONKUL、Amazon

Winter sandal brand “SUBU” released “別冊GO OUT SUBU 10th ANNIVERSARY BOOK,” a mook jointly produced by outdoor magazine “GO OUT” and fashion magazine “ONKUL,” on October 28, 2026, to mark its 10th anniversary. It comes with a special original shoe bag.

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of the brand’s founding
- Worn in more than 30 countries worldwide
- Released on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
- List price: ¥2,200 (tax included)

## クラウドエース、【新社内制度】週1回30分の『ひらめきウォーキング』を開始〜AI駆動の時代に、あえて“歩く時間”を業務に〜

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:21:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000319.000032396.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468107-en.html
- anchor: #n3633844
- Companies mentioned: クラウドエース株式会社、クラウドエース、Google Cloud

クラウドエース株式会社は、従業員のウェルビーイング向上とAI駆動によるアイデア創出を目的に、業務時間内に週1回30分のウォーキングを行う新制度「ひらめきウォーキング」を開始した。

Facts:
- 週1回
- 30 minutes
- 4 domestic companies
- More than 700 cases

## A new journey begins on Lake Biwa: “LAGO JOURNEY,” where nature grows richer the more you visit!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000101884.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468108-en.html
- anchor: #n3633845
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社たねや、トヨタ・コニック株式会社、株式会社杢兵衛造船所、株式会社JTB 滋賀支店

株式会社たねや and トヨタ・コニック株式会社 will launch “LAGO JOURNEY,” a nature-based experience on Lake Biwa, on November 22, 2026.

Facts:
- 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Starting November 22, 2026

## Marubun’s AI communication robot Kebbi3 selected for “Care Technology”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000166754.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468111-en.html
- anchor: #n3633846
- Companies mentioned: 丸文株式会社、NUWAロボティクス社、NUWA Robotics Corp.、NUWA ロボティクスJAPAN 株式会社、公益財団法人テクノエイド協会、厚生労働省

丸文株式会社 announced that Kebbi3, an AI communication robot made by NUWAロボティクス社 and handled by the company, has been officially selected for the “Care Technology (Monitoring and Communication)” category by 公益財団法人テクノエイド協会. This means it meets the eligibility criteria for subsidies, making it easier to support its adoption.

Facts:
- Founded in 1844
- Established: 1947
- Sales will end in December 2026

## What if your accounting staff suddenly resigns? 200 business owners and executives share their response plans and concerns (RSTANDARD survey)

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192392.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468112-en.html
- anchor: #n3633847
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RSTANDARD、Freeasy

According to a survey conducted by 株式会社RSTANDARD, when accounting staff resign unexpectedly, 37.0% of business owners and executives would consider handling the work internally, while 32.0% would consider consulting existing specialists. Concerns included workflow delays and increased workloads, while accuracy and system compatibility were key considerations when outsourcing.

Facts:
- 200 people
- 37.0％
- 32.0％
- 11.0％
- 5.0％
- 2.5％
- 11.5％
- 1.0％
- 26.5％
- 22.5％
- 21.0％
- 19.0％
- 18.5％
- 17.5％
- 16.0％
- 9.5％
- 8.5％
- 25.5％
- 0.0％
- 18.0％
- 15.5％
- 14.0％
- 12.0％
- 10.0％
- 30.0％

## Smiling children undaunted by the rain! “MATAHARI LAND - KIDS PARK FESTA” to be held for the first time at Yoyogi Park!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000155702.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468113-en.html
- anchor: #n3633848
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 MATAHARI、360WORLD 合同会社、NEKKOPOCCO、JAMBOREE、SAVAGE CLUB、BOOMIN' WORLD

“MATAHARI LAND - KIDS PARK FESTA” was held at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo on October 24 and 25, 2026, with activities including dance and workshops for children to enjoy.

Facts:
- Oct. 24, 2026
- 25th

## トライフ releases case studies of its package-production web service “MyPUP”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000170001.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468131-en.html
- anchor: #n3633851
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トライフ、トーエイ株式会社、OVALE

株式会社トライフ announced that トーエイ株式会社 produced original paper bags for a collaboration product with OVALE, a Western-style confectionery shop in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, as a case study for the MyPUP packaging production web service.

Facts:
- 2025

## 【岐阜県飛騨市】Monitor events for the national app under the “Furusato Resident Registration System” to be held on Nov. 4, 5 and 7—first nationwide event to discuss use of the system as a whole, hosted by Hida City, a leader among municipalities in attracting people with ties to the region!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000252.000120394.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468124-en.html
- anchor: #n3633850
- Companies mentioned: 岐阜県飛騨市、飛騨市役所、ヒダスケ！-飛騨市の関係案内所-、飛騨市ファンクラブ

As part of the national “Furusato Resident Registration System” model project, 岐阜県飛騨市 is conducting a trial-monitoring program for the “Furusato Resident App (trial version)” from October to December 2026. In early November, it will hold events for people who live outside the city but are interested in Hida City, where participants can check how easy the app is to use and share ideas. The events will be held in 3 formats: in Tokyo, in Hida City and online.

Facts:
- From October through December 2026
- The current membership exceeds 19,000.
- More than 7,400 people have participated in total.
- In a small city with a population of approximately 21,000
- Forests account for around 94% of the total area

## (Joint release) JAL and スカパーJSAT sign basic business partnership agreement to address social issues

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001586.000030684.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468114-en.html
- anchor: #n3633849
- Companies mentioned: 日本航空株式会社、JAL、スカパーJSAT株式会社、スカパーJSAT、Skytrax社、APEX

日本航空株式会社 and スカパーJSAT株式会社 have signed a basic business partnership agreement to address regional issues and create new businesses using satellite data. The companies are considering developing a solution to visualize the risk of wild animals, including brown bears, appearing in populated areas, with the aim of eventually expanding into areas such as disaster preparedness and environmental monitoring.

Facts:
- Oct. 29, 2026
- 234 aircraft
- 71 countries worldwide
- 413 airports

## An annual tradition! Nov. 11 is Hekoayu Day! “Hirahira Hekoayu Festival 2026: What Kind of Fish Is Hekoayu?” to be held

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:19:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000112370.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468133-en.html
- anchor: #n3633852
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青々、AOAO SAPPORO、Euphoria、HOURS BEER、日本記念日協会、サンシャイン水族館、日本ネイリスト協会

Sapporo aquarium AOAO SAPPORO will hold a special program for 11 days starting Nov. 1, 2026, to mark Hekoayu Day on Nov. 11.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 11 days
- 6,500–9,600 yen
- 1,111 yen
- 480 yen
- 800 yen
- 4 m wide

## “Hatsune Miku: Connected Puzzles Tamagotori Deluxe” launches for PS4/PS5, Xbox and Steam!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:18:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000719.000052709.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468135-en.html
- anchor: #n3633853
- Companies mentioned: クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、クリプトン

クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社 released the puzzle game “Hatsune Miku: Connected Puzzles Tamagotori Deluxe” for PS4/PS5, Xbox and Steam on Oct. 29, 2026. The price is 1,980 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- Oct. 29, 2026
- 1,980 yen

## Chaintope to hold free webinar on DPP readiness in the textile and apparel industries on Nov. 25

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:18:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000030542.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468136-en.html
- anchor: #n3633854
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社chaintope、Chaintope、株式会社景譜、KEIF, Inc.

株式会社chaintope will hold a free online webinar on Nov. 25, 2026, on digital product passport (DPP) readiness in the textile and apparel industries. Shinichi Hasegawa of 株式会社景譜 (KEIF, Inc.) will join as a guest speaker and discuss building traceability and enhancing brand value through the example of the medical scrubs brand “sukui.”

Facts:
- Nov. 25, 2026
- 14:00
- Fiscal 2025
- iF DESIGN AWARD 2026
- Green Product Award 2026

## トリファ establishes Taiwan branch

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:16:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000085027.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4468125-en.html
- anchor: #n3633855
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トリファ、トリファ、trifa Inc.

株式会社トリファ established a Taiwan branch on Sept. 28, 2026, to accelerate its business expansion in East Asia.

Facts:
- September 28, 2026
- Sales grew 15 times in 2 years
- Downloads surpass 2 million
- Taiwan recorded a total of 18.94 million outbound travelers in 2025
- Population of approximately 23 million
- Passport ownership rate is also approximately 60%
- Approximately 18% in Japan
- Raise the share of overseas sales to 50% of the total

## Relive the stories of all 8 films in the series in the world of LEGO! The LEGO(R) Harry Potter(TM) Collection Nintendo Switch(TM) 2 physical edition launches today!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:14:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007794.000005397.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467381-en.html
- anchor: #n3633042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、WB Games、TT Games Ltd.、LEGO Group、Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

株式会社セガ launched the physical edition of WB Games’ “LEGO® Harry Potter™ Collection” for Nintendo Switch™ 2 on Oct. 29.

Facts:
- All 8 works
- October 29 (Thu.)
- Suggested retail price: 5,980 yen
- ¥6,578 including tax

## Chef Tsutomu Ochiai, famed for “Japan’s hardest-to-book restaurant,” makes his first appearance at Mori no Machi, turning Okayama’s prized ingredients into exquisite Italian cuisine

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:13:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000641.000052428.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467380-en.html
- anchor: #n3633043
- Companies mentioned: 両備ホールディングス株式会社、サルボ両備株式会社、LA BETTOLA da Ochiai、日本イタリア料理協会、ホテルニューオータニ、グラナータ、谷本牧場、肉処たにもと、Ortolano、両備グループ、ぐるなび、PayPay、楽天ペイ、d払い、auPAY、メルペイ、FamiPay、COIN+、Alipay

A limited 2-day Italian dinner and lunch by Chef Tsutomu Ochiai will be held on Nov. 6 and 7, 2026, at Mori no Machi Picnic Terrace, operated by サルボ両備株式会社, a subsidiary of 両備ホールディングス株式会社. The courses will feature ingredients including “Tanimoto Beef” from Okayama Prefecture and vegetables from the Ortolano brand. Reservations are being accepted through ぐるなび.

Facts:
- For 2 days, November 6 (Fri.) and 7 (Sat.), 2026
- Raised on a farm for more than 30 months
- Born in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, in 1947
- Completed approximately 3 years of training in various parts of Italy
- Opened LA BETTOLA da Ochiai in Tokyo’s Ginza district in 1997
- Received the Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity from the Italian government in 2005
- Named a Contemporary Master Craftsman by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare in 2013
- Received the Commissioner for Cultural Affairs Award in 2019
- In 2020, became the first Italian cuisine chef to receive the Medal with Yellow Ribbon
- Dinner on Friday, Nov. 6, starting at 18:30
- Lunch is scheduled for Saturday the 7th, starting at 12
- 料金：1名 16,500円（税込）
- Capacity: 80 people
- 料金：1名 11,000円（税込）
- Capacity: 60 students
- Reservation deadline: Nov. 2, 2026, 18:00

## 三井倉庫 begins operations at new “Busan New Port Second Warehouse” in Busan, South Korea

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:12:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000063522.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467379-en.html
- anchor: #n3633044
- Companies mentioned: 三井倉庫ホールディングス株式会社、三井倉庫株式会社、Mitsui-Soko (Korea) Co.,Ltd

三井倉庫 announced that its South Korean subsidiary, Mitsui-Soko (Korea) Co.,Ltd, began operations in October 2026 at the Busan New Port Second Warehouse, built within the Busan New Port Free Trade Zone.

Facts:
- Operations began in October 2026
- The company in 2014
- The company decided to build this facility in November 2024
- 5 stories
- Approximately 9,000 tsubo (total floor area)

## “Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat. Hatsune Miku” unveils new information, including original songs by 原口沙輔 and 晴いちばん!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:12:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007793.000005397.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467384-en.html
- anchor: #n3633045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、株式会社Colorful Palette、サイバーエージェントグループ、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社

株式会社セガ and 株式会社Colorful Palette announced new information for “Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat. Hatsune Miku,” including original songs by 原口沙輔 and 晴いちばん, the “World Crown Event” starting in January 2027, a Halloween login campaign, the addition of 7 new songs, new “APPEND” charts, campaigns related to Connect Live, and the “FEEL Pure Harmony” event.

Facts:
- Starting in January 2027
- “Halloween Cookies” × 3
- “Fragments of Feelings” × 100
- Addition of the following 7 songs
- “Virtual Coins” × 100

## “OPEN DAY,” bringing balance to everyday life and the extraordinary, to be held at SAUNA SAKURADO with 花山瑞貴 and 川田直樹 as guests

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:11:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000156744.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467387-en.html
- anchor: #n3633046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サクラグループHOLDINGS.、SAUNA SAKURADO、CAFE&BAR SKIFF

株式会社サクラグループHOLDINGS. held a hands-on event and talk session to mark the renovation of its wood-fired sauna at the private sauna SAUNA SAKURADO in Fukuoka City. Model and television personality 花山瑞貴 and others attended, and the event included an introduction to the new facilities and a talk session.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- 30 participants
- A sauna room at about 92°C
- Cold bath 110 cm deep
- All 5 rooms in the facility opened to visitors
- Price: ¥9,000 (tax included) and up

## MyDearest begins offering development solutions for next-generation AR glasses “XREAL AURA”

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:11:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000023466.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467386-en.html
- anchor: #n3633047
- Companies mentioned: MyDearest株式会社、XREAL、Google、Qualcomm、Valve Corporation、Roblox Corporation、VRChat Inc.、Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc.、KOTAKE CREATE、株式会社Mogura、株式会社moze

MyDearest株式会社 has begun offering a solution to support content development by companies and IP holders for XREAL’s AR glasses, “XREAL AURA.”

Facts:
- XR content played by more than 3 million people in Japan and overseas
- Reservations have exceeded 10,000 units worldwide
- A wide 70-degree field of view
- Lightweight at about 91g
- Cumulative visits have topped 10 million
- Content with more than 20 million plays in total

## Limited run of 200 sells out! “SKY LANTERN NIGHT,” where fantastical lights color the night sky over Yoyogi Park, held for the first time

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:11:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000155702.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467388-en.html
- anchor: #n3633048
- Companies mentioned: 360WORLD 合同会社、株式会社 MATAHARI

“SKY LANTERN NIGHT,” held for the first time on October 17, 2026, as a special event at the “Indonesia Japan Friendship Festival ’26” at Yoyogi Park, was a success, with all 200 limited-edition sky lanterns selling out. It was organized by 株式会社MATAHARI and 360WORLD合同会社.

Facts:
- Limited to 200 items
- Oct. 17, 2026

## [PayPay Insurance] Early flu season brings earlier preparations: PayPay Insurance’s “Influenza Benefit” surpasses 50,000 sign-ups in just 20 days

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:11:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000180835.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467390-en.html
- anchor: #n3633049
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、PayPay保険サービス株式会社、PayPay株式会社、厚生労働省、アイアル少額短期保険株式会社、住友生命、Yahoo!ほけん

PayPay Insurance Service, part of the LINE Yahoo Group, announced that sign-ups for the 2026 edition of its “Influenza Benefit,” which launched about 10 days earlier than last year in response to the early flu season, topped 50,000 within 20 days of launch.

Facts:
- Surpassed 50,000 sign-ups in just 20 days
- About 2.5 times the pace of the same period from the start of sales last year (※2)
- Since the service launched on October 5
- Starting October 5, about 10 days earlier than last year
- Reached 11.35 people in Week 40 (September 28–October 4)
- Up from 7.17 people the previous week
- Rose about 1.6 times from 7.17 people the previous week
- Flu season began about 1 month earlier than the previous year
- Sign up from 250 yen per month
- Enrollment is available from ¥240 per month
- “PayPay Points” worth 1% of the premium will be awarded by the underwriting insurance company
- October 5, 2026 to March 22, 2027
- October 15, 2026 to April 30, 2027

## From the top J.League club to the world title: Online qualifiers for the official esports tournament “eFootball™ Championship 2027 eJ.LEAGUE” begin October 29

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001524.000050711.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467385-en.html
- anchor: #n3633050
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人 日本プロサッカーリーグ、Ｊリーグ、株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、KONAMI、Epic Games, Inc.、adidas Group

The Japan Professional Football League and 株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント announced that online qualifiers for the official esports tournament “eFootball™ Championship 2027 eJ.LEAGUE,” played using the free-to-play game “eFootball™,” will begin on October 29. Players from this season’s winning club will earn the right to compete in next summer’s world tournament, with all 40 clubs taking part in the competition.

Facts:
- Worldwide downloads have topped 1 billion
- All 40 J1 and J2 clubs
- A total of 2 players from the console and mobile divisions
- The 8 clubs that advanced from the group stage

## Talk to your plush toys—and let them talk to each other. The plush-toy conversation app “NUI” adds the new “Talk Together” feature

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000190046.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467439-en.html
- anchor: #n3633077
- Companies mentioned: NUI、Anthropic社、日本玩具協会

The independently developed plush-toy conversation app “NUI” launched a new feature, “Talk Together,” on October 29, 2026, allowing plush toys belonging to the same owner to talk to each other.

Facts:
- On Thursday, October 29, 2026
- Try up to 5 exchanges for free the first time
- For 7 days after completing the initial setup
- First 20 people
- β early-bird discount (first 20 people, 30% off)
- The market for plush toys and related categories was worth ¥62.398 billion in fiscal 2025
- Up 38.2% from the previous fiscal year
- About 3.2 times higher over 10 years than in fiscal 2015

## [Nagareyama, Chiba Prefecture] Women-only studio “Lino Style (Rino Sutairu) Nagareyama Kaido” combining bodywork, yoga and Pilates to open on October 31, 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000176813.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467438-en.html
- anchor: #n3633076
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lino Bloom、Lino Style、Lino body39、ジョリーパスタ

株式会社Lino Bloom will open the women-only “Lino Style (Rino Sutairu) Nagareyama Kaido” studio in Nagareyama, Chiba Prefecture, on October 31, 2026, and unify the brand name of all locations, including existing ones, from “Lino body39” to “Lino Style.”

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026
- First trial lesson (2,980 yen)
- One subsequent lesson (worth 7,000 yen)

## [Electrical contractor in Saitama × rice farmer in Niigata] Supporting primary industries through the connection forged by the name “Hayakawa”! Hayakawa Electric directly purchases new rice from “早川ファーム,” hit by a 40% drop in rice prices and soaring fertilizer costs, and distributes a total of 1 ton to employees and stakeholders

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000185414.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467435-en.html
- anchor: #n3633075
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社早川電工、早川ファーム

株式会社早川電工 has launched a project to directly purchase new rice from “早川ファーム” in Niigata Prefecture, which is struggling with a sharp drop in rice prices and soaring fertilizer costs, and distribute a total of 1 ton to employees and stakeholders.

Facts:
- Rice prices plunge 40%
- A total of 1 ton
- Generally around 5,500–7,500 yen
- Shinnosuke: 8,500 yen
- Regular Koshihikari: 8,000 yen
- Koshihibuki: 7,000 yen
- Yukinko Mai: 7,000 yen

## [Christmas special campaign] Win every GraviTrax product (worth about 60,000 yen)! The “We’re Giving It All Away Campaign,” open to purchases of 5,000 yen or more (tax included), starts Sunday, November 1

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000093114.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467432-en.html
- anchor: #n3633074
- Companies mentioned: ラベンスバーガージャパン株式会社、ラベンスバーガー社、Ravensburger、BRIO、ThinkFun

ラベンスバーガージャパン株式会社 will run the “We’re Giving It All Away Campaign” starting November 1, 2026, giving purchasers of the construction toy “GraviTrax” a chance to win products worth about 60,000 yen in total.

Facts:
- 5,000 yen (tax included) or more
- Worth about 60,000 yen in total
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 8,800 yen, tax included
- 11,000 yen, tax included

## “出版ラクダ” adds a feature to generate covers and illustrations from manuscript text, creating images suited to a book’s content from materials you already have

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000141967.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467429-en.html
- anchor: #n3633073
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Arstruct

株式会社Arstruct has added a new feature to its AI publishing support service “出版ラクダ” that automatically generates covers and illustrations based on manuscript content.

Facts:
- Up to 50MB in total

## [Research report] A comparison of logos created with AI and those made by professional designers: What design characteristics does AI struggle with?

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000040673.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467427-en.html
- anchor: #n3633072
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビズアップ

株式会社ビズアップ published a report comparing logo production by image-generation AI trained on its own data with work by professional designers. The study found that while AI excels at generating ideas, it cannot overcome 5 challenges: calculating negative space, combining motifs, harmonizing text and graphics, adding charm, and ensuring consistency in three-dimensional forms.

Facts:
- More than 28,000 client requests
- Marks its 20th anniversary this year
- 14 tests conducted
- Unable to overcome 5 challenges

## Handled casting for 13 influencers and on-the-day support at ME TOKYO IKEBUKURO’s “Pajama Night,” an emotional-release festival featuring rainbows and a full moon

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000120928.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467424-en.html
- anchor: #n3633071
- Companies mentioned: 虹と満月と株式会社、株式会社マルハン 東日本カンパニー、株式会社グローバルプロデュース、JELLY CORE株式会社

虹と満月と株式会社 handled the casting of 13 influencers and on-site arrangements for the emotional-release festival “Pajama Night,” held at ME TOKYO IKEBUKURO.

Facts:
- 13 influencers
- Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (national holiday)
- Female influencers with at least 10,000 followers
- 19 respondents

## 【NO1-GRIP】Showcasing the new appeal of golf grips from Harajuku! “TOKYO POP UP,” bringing together 4 brands from different industries, to be held on Friday, Nov. 6!

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000162806.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467423-en.html
- anchor: #n3633070
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NOWON、NO1-GRIP、Creative Space CALM Harajuku、ウメダチーズラボ、NOT TEA、design beauty clinic、AMEDIO+

NO1-GRIP, the golf grip brand developed by 株式会社NOWON, will exhibit at “TOKYO POP UP,” a pop-up event bringing together 4 brands from different industries, to be held in Harajuku on Nov. 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- 4 brands
- 12:00〜19:00
- Admission: Free
- Eyebrows: ¥33,000 (tax included) per session
- Lips: ¥44,000 (tax included) per session
- Eyeliner: ¥22,000 (tax included) per session
- Approximately 4,000+ people waiting for reservations

## See inbound tourism trends by municipality! “Traveler Insight〈Inbound Data〉Web Version” now available

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000051253.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467420-en.html
- anchor: #n3633069
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンド・ディ、観光庁

株式会社アンド・ディ has released the “Traveler Insight〈Inbound Data〉Web Version,” which uses inbound tourism consumption trend survey data from 観光庁 and features analysis of inbound tourism trends by municipality and filtering by criteria.

Facts:
- All 47 prefectures nationwide
- 1,741 cities, wards, towns and villages
- Just under 30%
- 85.7% nationwide

## 【Free to attend】Experience “inclusion” at the “Gathering to Feel We’re Here for Each Other,” online on Sunday, Nov. 15 | Anyone Project’s 2nd anniversary event

- Published: 2026-10-29T11:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000153795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4467418-en.html
- anchor: #n3633068
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人エニワンプロジェクト、エニワンヨガ

一般社団法人エニワンプロジェクト will hold the online event “Gathering to Feel We’re Here for Each Other” on Nov. 15, 2026, to mark its 2nd anniversary. The program will include inclusive yoga and dialogue, aiming to create a space where people from diverse backgrounds can participate.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- Held 23 social gatherings
- A total of 137 people participated
- 〈5 events・approximately 715 participants cumulatively
- 〈1 event・21 participants
- Mini-talks by 4 members
- A 2-hour program
- The archived event will be available for 2 weeks only