https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 469 items from 6 sources; Taiwan, 290 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636178Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:54:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESACG representative 大牟禮康佑 will speak at the 21st Digital Business Transformation/BPM Forum 2026, which begins on Nov. 16, 2026, presenting practical examples of DX and AI use in the nursing care industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636179Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:53:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe collaboration collection “Natural Selection” by “UNION” and “NIKE” will go on sale on Oct. 30, 2026. Features include an unstructured DUNK design, 2-way slip-on functionality, apparel made from heavyweight cotton, and a reinterpretation of the M-65 jacket. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636180Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:52:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社 has released “The Current State of Art Thinking,” a compilation covering the background of art thinking in Japan and abroad through current research. The company conducts research and develops education in organizational behavior science® based on data from 980 companies and 338,000 people. The publication introduces 5 contexts, histories, and the latest research, with the aim of helping readers choose training programs and classes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636181Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:51:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LIBERTE JAPON’s “リベルテ・パティスリー・ブーランジェリー” began taking reservations for 2 premium Christmas cakes on Nov. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636182Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:51:20 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドコモSMTBネット銀行 will begin beta testing the agent feature of “NEOBANK ai BIZ,” an AI banking service that uses AI agents and generative UI in its corporate-only app, on Oct. 29, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636183Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:51:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セガは、『プロサッカークラブをつくろう！2026』のVer.2.4アップデートを実施し、ポルトガル国籍選手が登場する“プレミアムSP選手スカウト”や宅配ピザ「ピザーラ」とのコラボイベント“ピザーラカップ”を開催中。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636184Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:50:35 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本空港ビルデング株式会社 will open “Body Care & Head Spa LUCK WELLNESS Haneda Airport Terminal ２ Store” on the 3rd floor of Haneda Airport Terminal 2 on Nov. 2, 2026. The store will be operated by 有限会社らっく予防医学研究所. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636185Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本計画研究所 will hold a seminar on the latest trends in research and development policy for creating innovative pharmaceuticals on Nov. 26, 2026, with 森桂, director of the Research and Development Policy Division at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s Health Policy Bureau, as the speaker. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636186Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:49:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESYohji Yamamoto POUR HOMME will reopen after renovation on the 3rd floor of 伊勢丹新宿店 Men's Building on Nov. 4, 2026. The store-exclusive lineup will feature all 12 leather item styles from “discord Yohji Yamamoto,” along with a gift promotion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636187Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:48:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOMORROWLAND HOME has released “Our Bedding Stories,” a feature offering bed styling ideas tailored to individual personalities and lifestyles. VOL.1 introduces the styles of 4 people, and VOL2 is scheduled for release in November. New colors of cotton bath mats and a collaboration series with innerwear brand asamerry have also arrived. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636188Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:48:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Starry Cave Night Walk 2026” is being held at Sandanbeki Cave, operated by 観光開発株式会社, from 2026年10月3日 to 2027年2月27日. The event engages all five senses, featuring starry-sky displays by a planetarium projector, sound effects, and stargazing sessions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636189Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:47:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES南葛SC, which aims to reach the JFL from Katsushika, will participate in the “Tora-san Summit 2026” in Shibamata on October 31 and November 1, marking its 3rd consecutive year and 3rd appearance, and will sell limited-edition collaboration merchandise. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636190Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:46:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本中小企業経営者協会 will hold the “Subsidy and Grant Utilization Seminar 2026 in Kumamoto” at Kumamoto Prefectural Theater on 2026年11月9日. To help businesses cope with rising labor and raw material costs, the seminar will explain how to find subsidies and grants and how to apply, with a focus on Kumamoto Prefecture’s special earthquake support programs and large-scale programs worth up to 5億円. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636191Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:45:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般財団法人沖縄観光コンベンションビューロー held its 3rd regular press roundtable on 令和8年10月29日 to deepen information exchange and engagement with members of the press. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636192Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:45:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESItalian furniture brand カリガリス will hold a new collection showcase event in Tokyo in 2026年11月. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636044Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:44:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Parkour Committee of 東京都体操協会, in collaboration with 横須賀市, will hold “PARKOUR TOP OF JAPAN YOKOSUKA 2026” at Verny Park on 2026年11月8日. The theme is “Parkour × Music × AI,” and admission is free. Top athletes, including athletes representing Yokosuka City, will compete, with a live performance by THE SIXTH LIE, a guest appearance by Aiko Sugihara, and the use of AI technology also planned. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636045Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:43:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社STNet, part of the Shikoku Electric Power Group, will launch “ＳＴ－ＷＡＮ,” a private network connectivity service using satellite communications and Starlink Business in collaboration with KDDI, on 2026年11月1日. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636046Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:40:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Foundation and the Ishibashi Foundation will invite 7 contemporary art curators and other professionals each from South Asia and Central and Eastern Europe in FY2026. The program will promote exchanges through study visits in Japan and participation in Art Week Tokyo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636049Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社THEグローバル社 announced the acquisition of a business site in Shiomi, Koto Ward, Tokyo. The property is an 8-minute walk from Shiomi Station on the JR Keiyo Line, with a site area of 598.96㎡, and is slated for development as an income-generating apartment building for singles and DINKS. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636048Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOPPAN and Infcurion will add bank account top-up functionality to Regional Pay® and launch the service on 2026年11月1日 with “KIHOCA,” a digital local currency in Kihoku, Ehime Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636047Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マーキュリー announced a ranking of increases in used condominium prices by station in the Kansai region. In 2025, Higashi-Umeda Station ranked 1st with a 47.5% increase, and the top 4 stations recorded gains of more than 40%. While stations around Osaka and Umeda maintained high prices, price increases were notable in suburban areas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636050Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:39:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セガ announced that it will livestream the “2026 Autumn Championship,” featuring the online competitive mahjong game “セガNET麻雀 MJ,” on its official YouTube channel at 19:00 on 2026年11月4日. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636051Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:35:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 and eCloudvalley Japan株式会社 signed a basic agreement toward establishing a joint venture, 株式会社C&R eCloud Partners, to operate cloud-related businesses in the Japanese market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636052Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:35:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社Reあすとれ will hold shimenawa-making workshops in Osaka City on Nov. 29 and Dec. 13, with support from the Children’s Dream Fund. The participation fee is 1,500 yen, and the events aim to foster communication skills through hands-on crafting. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636053Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:33:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Wan Wan Picnic!” event will be held at Amama Ruins Park in 高槻市, with the northern moat area open for 3 days only for picnics with dogs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636054Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:33:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESトビラシステムズ published an independent report on special fraud and phishing scams for September 2026. The share of international phone numbers declined but remained high at approximately 60%, while the share of mobile phone numbers rose. In addition to scams impersonating police, suspicious calls purporting to be from delivery companies using multiple country codes and fake SMS messages encouraging recipients to install malicious apps for Android were identified. The company also urged vigilance against scams exploiting information leaks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636055Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:33:16 +0900JapanPR TIMES国際交流基金は2027年1月、日本マレーシア外交関係樹立70周年を記念し、玉城千春（Kiroro）と稲嶺幸乃がマレーシアのアーティストと共演する音楽公演を開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636056Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:32:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOPPAN and インフキュリオン have integrated TOPAN’s “地域Pay®” with インフキュリオン’s “CharG,” adding a bank account top-up function to “地域Pay®.” The function will first be offered for “KIHOCA,” a digital local currency in Kihoku Town, Ehime Prefecture, starting Nov. 1, 2026. Using “Bank Pay” from 日本電子決済推進機構, users will be able to top up online from bank accounts at 369 banks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636057Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:32:25 +0900JapanPR TIMESマックス株式会社 announced plans to establish a new “Technology Research Center (provisional name)” in Tamamura Town, Gunma Prefecture, as a research hub for its proprietary technologies. The investment is 7 billion yen, and completion is scheduled for fiscal 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636058Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:32:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESありあけキャピタル announced that it had signed a share transfer agreement to sell all 30,523,100 shares in Ikeda Senshu Holdings held by its managed fund to Shiga Bank. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636059Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:31:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊橋市若者議会「豊橋わかば議会」が提案した防犯啓発事業「自分で自分を守りんよ」のブースが、令和8年10月25日に豊橋創造大学の「第31回創造祭」に設置され、クイズや護身術体験を通じて若者に犯罪の危険性を呼びかけた。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636060Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:31:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe JR東海グループ, JR西日本グループ, and 株式会社Yogibo will launch a crowdfunding project for collaborative Piyorin, Iko-chan, and Squeezibo squishy toys on the “JR Tokai MARKET” e-commerce site to mark Piyorin’s 15th anniversary. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636061Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESCloud Circus’s fan marketing tool “Metabadge” has been adopted for a collaborative campaign between “3COINS,” operated by 株式会社パル, and the conveyor-belt sushi chain “くら寿司.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636062Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESフラー株式会社 has published a document detailing case studies from 3 companies that used “App Ape,” a market analysis service for healthcare apps. It introduces how companies in household goods, healthcare app development, and pharmaceuticals used data to guide new market entry, prioritize improvements, and select partners. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636099Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESスターアジアグループ established “SAJPF1,” a private real estate fund for domestic institutional investors, on Sept. 30, 2026. The fund has approximately 30 billion yen in assets, with Japan Post Insurance participating as a major investor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636098Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitra Trust will fully roll out its “M&A Trust Account Service,” which safeguards sale proceeds, holdbacks and other funds in M&A transactions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636097Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NTTデータ先端技術 has launched proof-of-concept tests on 3 themes, including autonomous incident response by AI agents, using its Hinemos integrated operations management software. In specific use cases, the company confirmed that recovery time was cut by approximately 80%, and plans to promote the service for launch by the first half of fiscal 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636096Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヒダカラ will hold the final edition (the 22nd) of its in-house “Hidakara Thank You Marche,” which began in 2021, at its headquarters from October 28 to 31, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636095Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBrain's Technology's corporate search system “Neuron ES” won No.1 in the conversational AI service category at “BOXIL REVIEW AWARD Autumn 2026,” hosted by SmartCamp on BOXIL. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636094Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Austrian herbal tea brand “ゾネントア,” handled by 株式会社おもちゃ箱, will hold a pop-up event at 伊勢丹新宿店 from November 4 to 10, 2026. The event will sell Christmas countdown tea and spices, and the first 30 customers will receive an original eco-bag. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636093Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アクセルスペース announced that it has released verification images captured by its next-generation Earth observation satellite “GRUS-3C” and is proceeding with initial operations, targeting the start of commercial operations in February 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636092Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社キタムラ is sponsoring the “Happiness in Shinshu: Photos I Discovered” photo contest, organized by Nagano Prefecture, and will display winning entries on a touring basis at 5 new-concept カメラのキタムラ stores. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636091Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サードプラネット will exhibit the mobile amusement attraction “Crane Game Caravan” at the booth of its group company スタンバイ株式会社 at “Amusement Expo 2026,” which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight starting November 6, 2026. The attraction will make its first appearance in eastern Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636090Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社情報戦略テクノロジー has published a special conversation on its official note discussing the aims of its AICT Department, established in September 2026 under the direct supervision of the president, and its scenario for transforming AI and business models. The article points to the challenges of uniformly distributing AI to all employees and outlines a growth strategy focused on taking the value only humans can provide (humanity) to the extreme, along with a blueprint for gaining market share through a short-term push through the end of December. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636089Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FERNANDA JAPAN will launch the limited-edition “Moonlit Cherry Collection” on November 1, 2026. In addition to 4 cherry-themed items, a holiday gift collection will also be available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636088Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES地主株式会社 has acquired land in Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City, leased to Willplus Motoren as a tenant. The total acquisition price is at least 1 billion yen, and the transaction was conducted through a “JINUSHI Leaseback.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636087Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Photosynth's smart lock “Akerun” and 株式会社Opt Fit's gym-specific AI camera “GYM DX” have launched API integration, enabling the detection of tailgating and unauthorized use. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636086Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GRCS today launched a free “Basic Risk Check” that can quickly inspect externally exposed assets for PHP vulnerabilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636085Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESテーブルマーク株式会社 has named its new factory, scheduled to begin operations in October 2027, “TableMark Corporation Sanuki Kanonji Factory.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636084Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社eve autonomy and ブリヂストン are advancing verification of the value of combining Level 4 autonomous driving technology with next-generation “AirFree” tires, and will begin a proof-of-concept test at Bridgestone's Nasu Plant in June 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636083Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー will bring back its original brand レプリカノーツ fabric softener and fabric mist, “コンフォートバニラ,” for a limited time after 2 years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636082Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDistribution of invitation codes for “ILS2026,” Asia's largest open innovation event, has begun, making it possible to attend at the early-bird discount price. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636081Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Plott will hold a contract event featuring “女ブラック” from the short anime series in the smartphone game “ブラックチャンネル ブレイズロード,” starting October 29, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636080Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアウンコンサルティング株式会社 announced the results of a search trends survey covering 32 countries and regions worldwide on the Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area. South Korea ranked first in searches, with January accounting for about 31% of the annual total. By keyword, “法隆寺” accounted for about 87% overall, followed by “玉虫厨子” and “百済観音,” among others. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636079Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEDO and 工学院大学 signed a memorandum of mutual cooperation on entrepreneurship support and industry-academia collaboration on October 29. This is the 23rd such agreement NEDO has signed with a university. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636078Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シンカ will exhibit at the “3rd Back Office DXPO Tokyo '26 [Autumn],” to be held November 17–18, 2026, and propose solutions to improve back-office efficiency using its AI communications integration platform, “カイクラ.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636077Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イオレ and WOODMAN are conducting a proof of concept (PoC) for a “closed-network edge infrastructure” to ensure critical operations continue during cyberattacks and external outages, and are seeking participating businesses and security partners. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636076Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会が運営する大学研究費ガバナンス研究会は、全国187大学・研究機関の193件の回答に基づく「研究費・経費ガバナンスに関する実態調査」レポートを無料配布している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636075Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESイー・ガーディアン株式会社 has begun offering a beta version of its “EC Product Information AI Monitoring Solution,” which uses AI to detect missing updates to product information on e-commerce sites. The first 5 companies to sign up can use it free of charge for 3 months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636074Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京ドーム will stage “くぼたまこと画業30周年記念 実写版 天体戦士サンレッドショー” at Tokyo Dome City Theater G Rosso from October 31 to November 8, 2026. The production features a hybrid cast combining the anime and live-action casts, and will be staged in 2 versions, Route A and Route B. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636073Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エー・ピーホールディングス announced that it will rebrand “じとっこ組合 浜松モール街店,” operated by 株式会社太陽エンタープライズ, and open it as “炭火焼鳥 塚田農場 浜松モール街店” on October 29, 2026. This will be the first licensed location for the yakitori brand, which operates 10 directly managed stores. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636072Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シンクロ・フード, operator of “農業ジョブ,” and シェアフル株式会社, provider of the シェアフル short-term work app, have entered into a business partnership and will launch a service in October 2026 to secure short-term and one-off workers during busy periods in agriculture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636071Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユーグレナ will launch its first eye-care serum, “CONC Eye Boost Injection,” from its next-generation aging-care brand 『CONC』 on November 2, 2026. The product addresses loss of firmness and dry, dull skin around the eyes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636070Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCROOZ Hotel, a subsidiary of クルーズ株式会社, will launch a new program for visitors to Japan, “In-Room Private Experience,” at the luxury apartment 『SHOGUN PRIVATE RESIDENCE』. The first offering is an in-room relaxation service available until 5:00 the following morning. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636069Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESシーホース三河 announced that it will give away “Aoharu T-shirts” to the first 10,000 people each day at its games against 琉球ゴールデンキングス, to be held at IG Arena on March 6 and 7. It is also inviting fans to submit phrases for the T-shirt design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636068Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA permanent &LeTAO booth and hands-on tasting corner will open at the “ルタオパトス店,” operated by 株式会社ケイシイシイ, on November 1, 2026. Sales will also begin of limited-edition chocolate sandwich cookies made with haskap berries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636067Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本計画研究所 will host a seminar on organizational transformation and practical operations in intellectual property departments using AI agents on November 18, 2026, featuring Masamune Oshitani of 弁理士法人IPX as the speaker. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636066Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コロプラ’s smartphone game 『アリス・ギア・アイギス』 added new Stellar characters “新谷 芹菜【ジャスティス】” and “二階堂 司【エンペラー】” on October 29, 2026, with related events and gachas being held in sequence. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636065Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パソナウェルネスツーリズム will hold a 1-night, 2-day residential wellness tour for people with disabilities on November 19 and 20, 2026. With professionals accompanying participants, the tour will include zazen meditation and sightseeing on Awaji Island. The price is 139,800 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636064Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJWマリオット・ホテル東京 will hold a New Year’s Eve buffet and countdown party on New Year’s Eve 2026. The hotel will also offer a collaboration with ドン ペリニヨン, as well as year-end and New Year party plans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636063Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA pop-up event, “REBOOT BRAINS,” which reimagines the music, fashion and media culture of the 80s–90s, will open on November 5, 2026, on the 1st floor of 新宿マルイ メン, operated by 株式会社丸井. Six shops and brands will take part, offering cultural items such as VHS tapes, boomboxes and old magazines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636019Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:28:20 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Growth DX has published the 2027 annual schedule for BtoB Growth EXPO, a trade show and conference for businesses. It plans to hold 13 events a year across 6 fields: sales, HR, accounting and finance, development organizations, cybersecurity and physical AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636020Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:26:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人ちくご川コミュニティ財団 established the Senko Children's Fund with a ¥100 million bequest from the late Yukichiko Hotta and has begun scholarship programs for children and young people in areas connected to the Chikugo River, along with hands-on support for local organizations. It aims to support 20 organizations and 100 scholarship recipients by 2030. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636021Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:25:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES野口観光マネジメント株式会社 is offering 2 special stay plans for November’s “Good Couples Month” at 朝陽亭 and 朝陽リゾートホテル in Sounkyo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636022Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:25:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ケアバディ plans to announce a beta version of “ケアバディ,” home-visit care software equipped with AI agents, on November 11, 2026. Against a backdrop of labor shortages (an effective job openings-to-applicants ratio of 14.74) and rising bankruptcies (91 cases), it aims to reduce administrative workloads such as phone support and shift management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636023Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:25:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インテリジェントウェイブ sponsored the “アートパラ深川おしゃべりな芸術祭2026” and presented its first corporate award, the “インテリジェントウェイブ賞,” to Wakana Ishizuki, who lives in Fukushima Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636024https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636024Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:21:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe marine work experience project “こどもわーく in 横須賀 2026,” organized by 一般社団法人地域みらい創造センター and planned and supervised by アクトインディ株式会社, will be held on Sarushima for elementary school students from 4 cities and 1 town on the Miura Peninsula. Participants can experience surveying seagrass beds using an underwater drone. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636025Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:20:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of Silent Cinema & Benshi World #17, to be held at Yokohama’s 岩間市民プラザ on January 31, 2027. The program features “放浪三昧,” starring Chiezō Kataoka, and “キートン将軍,” starring Buster Keaton, with benshi narration by Raikō Sakamoto and live accompaniment by Jōichi Yuasa. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636029Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLE CHOCOLAT DE H, owned by pastry chef Hironobu Tsujiguchi, won a Gold Tablet (gold award) for the 10th consecutive time at C.C.C., a competition held as part of Salon du Chocolat, one of the world’s largest chocolate festivals, in Paris, France. The award-winning entries were “Fermentation²,” themed around combining traditional Japanese fermentation with chocolate, and 2 types of chocolate bars made with cacao from the company’s own farm in Peru. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636028Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブロードバンドセキュリティ（BBSec） has urged companies, following a series of unauthorized access incidents in Japan, to make public-facing assets and signs of information leaks visible and strengthen their countermeasures. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636027Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRed Lobster Japan will hold “神戸市民LOBSTER WEEK” at its Suma Seaside Park restaurant from December 6 to 12, 2026, in conjunction with Kobe Port Opening Memorial Day. Groups that include a Kobe resident will receive the popular menu item “Lobster Yaki.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636026Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFujieda City will hold “Industrial Festival in Fujieda 2026,” combining the Fujieda Industrial Festival and the Food! Smile Festival, on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. A total of 108 organizations will participate, aiming to showcase local industries and foster innovation through collaboration among businesses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636030Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:15:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社G・O・P is rolling out updates for the strategy RPG “Last Origin,” including 2 new skins for the Halloween season, a limited-time sale, a rerun event and a new season of Total War. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3636031Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:15:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES信宏原田 and 雄介鷲北 of 株式会社大広 will speak at a marketing forum hosted by 宣伝会議 on Nov. 26, 2026, explaining brand-led AIO strategies using ontologies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635739Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:13:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESSubscriptions for the real estate development fund “Income-Producing Residence Development Fund No. 5-2” from 株式会社Ｍ＆Ｈアセットマネジメント will open on Nov. 2 through “Funvest,” a loan-based crowdfunding platform operated by Fintertech株式会社. The projected annual yield is 3.60%, and the maximum offering amount is 120 million yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635740Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:12:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES横須賀市など三浦半島4市1町が連携して開催する15歳以下のダンス大会「STaND U-15 オールスタイルソロダンスバトル Vol.4」のエントリー受付を開始した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635741Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:11:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マシェバラ is holding auditions to select “Yokosuka Umikaze Girls 2027,” PR ambassadors for the Yokosuka and Miura Kaigan area. The program includes reporter lessons by 登レイナ, and entries are accepted through Nov. 19. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635742Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:11:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社モテギ洋蘭園 has won the Emperor’s Cup, the top prize in the horticulture category at the Reiwa 8 Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Festival. The award was prompted by its original Phalaenopsis orchid “Roselia,” which won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award at the 2025 National Orchid Show. The company was recognized for relay cultivation with Taiwan, developing proprietary varieties, and advancing digital transformation through its cloud-based sales management system “花くらうど.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635749Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBuckwheat tea from 有限会社山城屋 has been on sale since Aug. 1 at the flagship store of Fortnum & Mason, the historic department store holding a royal warrant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635748Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NTTドコモ・フィナンシャルグループ will launch a prize-draw campaign for “d払い” users in November 2026 in the areas of Toyokawa, Aichi Prefecture; Machida, Tokyo; Sapporo, Hokkaido; and Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635747Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グローバー will begin offering free early access to “Trouble NAVI Advance” from Oct. 29, 2026. The service consolidates equipment-failure reports and uses AI to gather information about the issues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635746Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESＳＤＲＳ株式会社 will begin mass production in late November of “Tea-Up,” a machine dedicated to brewing tea from tea leaves in 45 seconds. The product is designed for the labor-short HoReCa market and delivers rapid extraction while reducing the cleaning burden by 60%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635745Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本郵便株式会社 will hold “Posukuma’s Favorites 2026: Forest Posukuma Bakery,” a collaboration café featuring the postal service character Posukuma, in Kobe and Tokyo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635744Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESセレクションアンドバリエーション株式会社 has published a page detailing its track record supporting human resources system reform and talent development for businesses in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions. This is the second installment of its region-specific support information, following the page for the Kansai area published in April 2026, and introduces support provided to companies across a range of industries and sizes, from Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section-listed firms to small and medium-sized businesses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635743Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TKP received special Platinum Kurumin certification on September 7, 2026, from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare as an outstanding “company supporting child-rearing” under the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next-Generation Children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635750Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:09:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミント will hold an autograph and photo session with former professional baseball player Sho Nakata at “SAPPORO CARD FAN FEST,” taking place in Sapporo on November 21, 2026. Participation costs 10,000 yen, and applications are open for both in-person attendance and remote orders. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635751Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:08:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Yogibo, JR東海グループ, and JR西日本グループ are collaborating to launch a crowdfunding project for “Squeezibo,” a squeeze toy commemorating the 15th anniversary of Piyorin. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635752Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:08:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESRX Japan合同会社 announced that it will hold “The Circle,” a co-creation program, at “NexTech Week 2026 [Fall],” taking place at Makuhari Messe from November 11 to 13, 2026. The program will cover 4 themes—AI and talent development and organizational transformation, physical AI, humanoid robots, and quantum computers—and will collaborate with organizations and communities in each field to hold exhibitions, seminars, and presentations of hackathon results. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635753Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:06:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES英語教育を展開するGlobal KA Holdings株式会社は、英語サッカースクールを運営する株式会社GA（グローバルアスリート）をグループに迎え入れた。両社は連携し、英語とスポーツを通じた学びの機会拡大や、スポーツ留学・就職支援に取り組む方針である。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p3.html#n3635754Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:05:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES末永海産株式会社の「牡蠣御膳3種セット」が、全国から690品が出展した第37回全国水産加工品総合品質審査会で最高賞の農林水産大臣賞を受賞。受賞を記念し、公式オンラインショップで10%OFFのセールを実施する。