# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-31 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 121 items from 6 sources; Japan, 72 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [For Overseas] UnReact Co., Ltd. Releases E-Commerce App "UR: Customer Accounts Banner"

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000384.000072693.html
- anchor: #n3672871
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UnReact、Shopify

Fukuoka Prefecture-based IT venture 株式会社UnReact has released "UR: Customer Accounts Banner," an app that lets merchants display image banners on Shopify's new customer account pages.

Facts:
- $3.99 per month
- 7-day free trial
- Effectively 2 months free
- Oct. 4, 2026

## A monthly-fee personal gym you can keep attending | Personal gym "Life-With瀬田店" opens in Seta, Otsu, Shiga Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:15:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000116380.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492370-en.html
- anchor: #n3672865
- Companies mentioned: パーソナルジムLife-With、Life-With瀬田店、ライフウィズ

Personal gym パーソナルジムLife-With will open "Life-With瀬田店" in Seta, Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, on Nov. 1, 2026, and begin counseling and trial lessons. It adopts a monthly-fee model with no enrollment fee or handling fees.

Facts:
- 15,000 yen (16,500 yen including tax)
- 29,800 yen (32,780 yen including tax)
- 56,000 yen (61,600 yen including tax)

## Makiba&Co.合同会社 launches contract development of AI tools and support services for introducing AI into existing systems

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:12:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000193850.html
- anchor: #n3672855
- Companies mentioned: Makiba&Co.合同会社

Makiba&Co.合同会社 launched, on Oct. 1, 2026, a service offering contract development of AI tools for businesses and support for introducing AI into existing systems.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 1日あたりの会話数は1万件以上

## [Goes on sale Nov. 2, フランセ Omotesando Main Store] 'Francais Panier Pistachio,' a crisp, flaky pie crust paired with richly flavored pistachio cream, goes on sale on weekdays only.

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001810.000016051.html
- anchor: #n3672856
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュクレイ、フランセ、フランセ表参道本店

株式会社シュクレイ will begin selling 'Francais Panier Pistachio' on weekdays only at フランセ表参道本店 starting Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 1 piece: 910 yen (including tax)

## 株式会社RoyalCloak releases 'TALENTA,' a practical sales training program covering everything from online sales basics to the steps for winning deals

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:09:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000175777.html
- anchor: #n3672857
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RoyalCloak、Royal Cloak、ロイヤルクローク

株式会社RoyalCloak began offering 'TALENTA,' a practical training program that teaches everything from online sales basics to the steps for winning deals, in August 2026.

Facts:
- From August 2026
- 5 chapters, 49 lessons in total
- 3 role-playing sessions
- The enrollment period is 6 months for every course
- Founded in September 2025
- From March 2026
- Capital is 1,000,000 yen

## [そごう横浜店] "Year-End Gift Order Event" begins

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:01:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002536.000031382.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492348-en.html
- anchor: #n3672858
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社そごう・西武、そごう横浜店、千葉館山レストランヤマグチ、近江懷石 清元、桑折敦子、ビヨンドスイーツ、パティスリー・サダハル・アオキ・パリ、パティスリー レザネフォール、萬珍樓、上海料理 状元樓、崎陽軒、ローストビーフの店 鎌倉山、尾島商店、鎌倉ハム 富岡商会、横浜ビール醸造所、横浜ベイブルーイング、マーロウ、鎌倉ニュージャーマン 鎌倉咲菓、横濱ハーバー、茅乃舎、クラブ・オン

At そごう横浜店, the "Year-End Gift Order Event" will be held from Oct. 30, featuring about 2,000 items, including 51 types of hot pot gifts and Christmas sweets.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 30
- 6th floor
- 51 types
- 2 times the previous year
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Monday, Dec. 21
- About 2,000 items
- 8,640 yen
- 16,200 yen
- 5,400 yen
- 5,020 yen
- 3,780 yen
- 10,800 yen
- 4,800 yen
- 6,351 yen
- 10,800 yen
- 6,576 yen
- 6,480 yen
- 7,040 yen
- 4,609 yen
- 6,707 yen
- 3,240 yen
- 3,132 yen
- 2,810 yen
- 3,300 yen
- 866 items
- ５％～１５％ＯＦＦ
- 864 items
- 5,000 yen

## One Piece Card "Heroines Edition vol.2" lottery: win rate 33%! About 90% lost in X polls of 3 companies including TSUTAYA! Toreget releases data

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000183006.html
- anchor: #n3672863
- Companies mentioned: トレカプロ株式会社、TSUTAYA、ホビーステーション、ヤマダデンキ、ナムコパークス、プレミアムバンダイ、ポケモンセンターオンライン、Amazon.co.jp、楽天ブックス、ヨドバシ・ドット・コム

トレカプロ株式会社 compiled lottery data for the ONE PIECE Card Game "Heroines Edition vol.2" and released findings that the win rate was 33% (self-reported) and that about 90% lost in the X polls of 3 companies including TSUTAYA.

Facts:
- The win rate is 33%
- 128 people who submitted win/loss reports
- The win rate is 8.9%
- 707 votes in X polls
- Win rates ranged from 10 to 86%
- The highest was 48% at the manufacturer's direct-sales site プレミアムバンダイ
- 24 lotteries and reservations available to apply for

## Holiday season-only "GOLD’S GYM Santa T-Shirt 2026" goes on sale! This year in 3 colors, orders open Saturday, Oct. 31

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000115637.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492346-en.html
- anchor: #n3672862
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社THINKフィットネス、GOLD’S GYM、ゴールドジムマニア、フィットネスショップ

株式会社THINKフィットネス, which operates Gold's Gym, will begin accepting orders for the holiday season-only "GOLD’S GYM Santa T-Shirt 2026" on Oct. 31. Available in 3 colors, priced at 4,400 yen (including tax).

Facts:
- 3 colors in total
- 6.2-ounce 100% cotton fabric
- Price: 4,400 yen (including tax)

## [Survey of Official Websites of Nikkei 225 Constituents] 9 companies (5.0%) have llms.txt in place, 9 companies (4.9%) name AI crawlers explicitly in robots.txt. 0 companies fully block AI search bots

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000137731.html
- anchor: #n3672861
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Uravation、OpenAI、Anthropic、Google、Common Crawl、Perplexity、Amazonbot、meta-externalagent、株式会社日本経済新聞社、Anthropic PBC、Perplexity AI, Inc.、Google LLC

株式会社Uravation surveyed the official websites of the 225 companies in the Nikkei Stock Average, examining whether they have installed the AI training file "llms.txt" and how they treat AI crawlers in "robots.txt." The results showed that 9 of 180 companies (5.0%) had installed llms.txt, and 9 of 184 companies (4.9%) listed AI crawler names in robots.txt, while 0 companies fully blocked AI search bots.

Facts:
- 225 companies
- 9 companies
- 5.0%
- 4.9%
- 0 companies
- 180 companies
- 184 companies
- 95.1%

## Fortune for 2027 | Mizuki Tamako's forecast of your overall luck and turning points. A giveaway campaign for her book "Mizuki Tamako Kaiun Wareki Diary 2027" is now running on the official site "Elemental Astrology"

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001366.000074768.html
- anchor: #n3672860
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レンサ、FRaU、MEN'S NON-NO、SPUR、TVぴあ

株式会社レンサ has launched a campaign on its official fortune-telling site "Mizutama Tamako ◆ Elemental Astrology," giving away 3 copies of "Mizutama Tamako Good Fortune Japanese Calendar Diary 2027" by lottery, starting Oct. 30, 2026.

Facts:
- 3 winners
- 440 yen per month

## [Reservations for November now open] Balance body and mind at 808TOKYO, a diet-focused personal training gym in Harajuku and Omotesando. Stretch & meditation class "Me Time" now held.

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001788.000006302.html
- anchor: #n3672859
- Companies mentioned: H1GLOBAL株式会社、808TOKYO

808TOKYO, a diet-focused personal training gym in Harajuku and Omotesando operated by H1GLOBAL株式会社, has begun accepting November reservations for "Me Time," a stretch and meditation class to balance body and mind.

Facts:
- 1,500 yen (tax included)
- 1 class, 50 minutes
- 1 class, 5 participants
- 前日１４：００まで

## [First solo event] Fukuoka-born "edible femcare" brand Watashi no Kokkatsu to hold a pop-up store at 岩田屋本店

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:54:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000144268.html
- anchor: #n3672788
- Companies mentioned: EsY株式会社、岩田屋本店、三越伊勢丹

EsY株式会社 will hold a pop-up store for Fukuoka-born fermented inner care brand "Watashi no Kokkatsu" at 岩田屋本店 from Nov. 7 to 17, 2026.

Facts:
- 2026年11月7日（土）から17日（火）まで
- Approximately 857,000 women
- Approximately 52.6%
- Approximately 240,000 people
- 7,884 yen, tax included
- 2,980 yen, tax included
- Hours: 10:00-20:00
- Fermented and aged for 3 years or more
- 75 types of plant ingredients

## [2-minute walk from Gakugei-daigaku Station] Casual oden bar serving "ultimate hamo broth," "Choi Oden Gakugei-daigaku" grand opens on Sunday, Nov. 1!

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:44:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000121045.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492225-en.html
- anchor: #n3672720
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ちょいおでん、有限会社木本商店

"Choi Oden Gakugei-daigaku," a franchise location of the casual oden bar "Choi Oden" run by 株式会社ちょいおでん, will grand open in Meguro Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 1, 2026. It is operated by 有限会社木本商店.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 42 seats
- 1,280 yen (tax included) each and up
- 880 yen (tax included) each for single items

## Japan's first*: ChatGPT ads, SEO and LLMO from one company. Launching "GPT Ad Specialist AI Search Full Support," taking on SEO and LLMO at half the price of your current quote (株式会社Ikigai)

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:41:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000127602.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492226-en.html
- anchor: #n3672721
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ikigai、ChatGPT、Gemini、Perplexity、Google

株式会社Ikigai will launch "GPT Ad Specialist AI Search Full Support," supporting ChatGPT ads, SEO and LLMO from one company, on Oct. 30, 2026. It offers Japan's first service that takes on monthly SEO and LLMO fees at half the amount based on quotes from other contracted companies, balancing AI search readiness with quality maintenance.

Facts:
- Launching on Oct. 30, 2026
- We take it on at half the monthly fee for the same scope of work
- Monthly SEO and LLMO fees of 300,000 yen or more, excluding tax
- Article production of 30 or fewer per month
- Can also be requested on its own as a 30-day trial
- Search impressions over the past 12 months: 17.16 million
- Keywords with average ranking within 1.5 over the past 90 days: 1,914 words
- Keywords with average ranking within 3.5 over the past 90 days: 11,706 words
- Pages with search traffic over the past 90 days: 911 pages
- Minimum contract period: 3 months

## 株式会社YORISOI conducts original analysis of the number of staffing agency offices and fee trends, examining future value to provide from the perspectives of "attracting candidates and understanding job seekers"

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000175265.html
- anchor: #n3672722
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YORISOI、厚生労働省、アデコ株式会社、キッカケエージェント

株式会社YORISOIは、厚生労働省の統計と民間調査をもとに人材紹介市場を分析。事業所数は5年間で17.4％増加し、手数料収入も拡大したが、1事業所当たりの就職件数はほぼ横ばいだった。求職者の信頼獲得には「集客」と「求職者理解」が重要とし、自社サービス「採用くん」の導入を提案している。

Facts:
- The number of fee-charging job placement offices rose from 27,899 in fiscal 2020 to 32,751 in fiscal 2025.
- The increase calculated by YORISOI is 4,852 offices, a rate of 17.4%.
- 常用就職1件当たりの手数料は約103万円に
- 69.1% of respondents who joined their current employer through a job-change agent said they would like to change jobs the same way next time.
- 50.2% cited being introduced to jobs that did not match their preferences, and 36.6% cited being pressured to apply or accept offers, as reasons for discontinuing.

## Chef Junichi Ebinuma, 6th in the world (among 36 teams at WFC "Burger Battle"), to grand open hamburger shop "RAWgood HAMBURGUERIA" on Ishigaki Island on Nov. 1

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:25:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000191844.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492211-en.html
- anchor: #n3672621
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社WILDCARD WORKS、株式会社Hellow、株式会社アフロディーテ、寿五八

RAWgood HAMBURGUERIA, led by chef Junichi Ebinuma, will grand open on Ishigaki Island on Nov. 1, 2026, following its 6th-place finish in the world at WFC "Burger Battle."

Facts:
- Received 68 votes
- 1995
- 2005
- 2010
- 2022
- 2025
- 2024
- 2023
- 2026
- Grand opening on Nov. 1
- ISLEgood 2,500 yen
- Seats: 14

## [For VCs, CVCs and regional financial institutions] Expanding the menu of growth support for portfolio and client companies: launching a collaboration program to pursue growth together with practical experts

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:23:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000163568.html
- anchor: #n3672622
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イノベーション総合研究所、イノベーション総研

株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 launched in October 2026 a collaboration program for VCs, CVCs and regional financial institutions to support the commercialization of their portfolio and client companies. Combining practical experience in customer research, technology development and initial sales, it expands support beyond company introductions to concrete proposals and validation.

Facts:
- October 2026
- January 2024

## [For universities, research institutions and IP support companies] Adding commercialization practice to joint technology research: launching a collaboration program supporting Japan's open innovation

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:11:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000163568.html
- anchor: #n3672560
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イノベーション総合研究所、イノベーション総研

株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 will launch in October 2026 a collaboration program that combines the technology and IP specialist support of universities, research institutions and IP support companies with the commercialization practice of partner companies.

Facts:
- October 2026
- January 2024

## "Silver Castle" set for simultaneous worldwide release on Dec. 14, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000187774.html
- anchor: #n3672562
- Companies mentioned: ELEMENTA 株式会社、Elementa、App Store、Google Play Store、PlayStation Store、Epic Games Store

Singapore-based Elementa announced that it will release "Silver Castle," an open-world action RPG developed with Unreal Engine 5, worldwide on Dec. 14, 2026. It supports PC, PS5, iOS and Android, and pre-registration is open.

Facts:
- Dec. 14, 2026
- 2020

## [Streaming Nov. 20-26] New musical "Secret Stage" performance video to be streamed for a limited time! (Archive available)

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001375.000028143.html
- anchor: #n3672561
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホリプロ、PIA LIVE STREAM、ぴあ、サンライズプロモーション北陸、静岡朝日テレビ、仙台放送、新歌舞伎座、ソニー

Stage footage of the Niigata performance has been confirmed for limited-time streaming on PIA LIVE STREAM from Nov. 20. The new musical "Secret Stage" is a collaboration between Masachika Ichimura and Eri Watanabe, and viewing tickets will go on sale from Nov. 10.

Facts:
- From Friday, Nov. 20
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 23:59
- Tue., Nov. 10, 12:00
- 4,500 yen (tax included)
- Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
- Taking on 50 or more roles
- Having to play 20 different roles
- 2,000 yen (tax included)

## [Dec. 9, Higashihiroshima] "Claude Code Seminar" for Hiroshima business owners to be held with the sponsorship of 東広島商工会議所

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:03:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000181744.html
- anchor: #n3672563
- Companies mentioned: 日本AI開発センター株式会社、東広島商工会議所、島根大学

日本AI開発センター株式会社 will hold a "Claude Code Seminar" for business owners in the Higashihiroshima area on December 9, 2026, with the sponsorship of 東広島商工会議所.

Facts:
- December 9, 2026
- 14:00～16:00
- Capacity: 50 people
- AI adoption support for a cumulative total of more than 180 companies

## Toyama's "favorites" become travel plans. Local guide training program nears its final stage

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:02:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000163932.html
- anchor: #n3672564
- Companies mentioned: 富山県地域通訳案内士ネットワーク、VANCHA株式会社、観光庁、VANCHA TRIP

The "Local Guide Training Program" run by 富山県地域通訳案内士ネットワーク and VANCHA株式会社 is entering its final stage, and participants are listing experience plans they created under a 観光庁-selected project on the inbound traveler platform "VANCHA TRIP," moving into sales and guiding.

Facts:
- A total of 5 online seminars
- Guiding training on Oct. 18 and 19

## Kumamoto's delicious food honored at the Japan Food Selection

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193840.html
- anchor: #n3672569
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社九州食肉産業

The horse sashimi from 有限会社九州食肉産業 won the Grand Prix at the 103rd Japan Food Selection judging.

Facts:
- September 2026
- 103rd

## ALL JAPAN CHEER DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 Kansai Qualifier Results: Teams Advancing to the Final Determined

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000177764.html
- anchor: #n3672568
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本チアダンス協会、島津アリーナ京都

一般社団法人日本チアダンス協会 announced the results of the ALL JAPAN CHEER DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 Kansai Qualifier, held on Oct. 24 and 25 at 島津アリーナ京都 in Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, and determined the teams advancing to the final.

Facts:
- 2026
- A total of 7 tournaments
- Oct. 24
- 25th
- Nov. 28
- Nov. 29
- Nov. 30

## Permanent campaign "First Partner" begins! In the new browser game "Chaos Smash," 10 gems let you choose 1 rarity S link character

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000087703.html
- anchor: #n3672567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ムーンラビット、MoonRabbit Corporation、Tsixi Co., Ltd

株式会社ムーンラビット has launched the permanent campaign "First Partner" in the browser game "Chaos Smash." For 10 gems, players can choose 1 rarity S link character. A login bonus is also under way to commemorate the service launch.

Facts:
- 10 gems
- Every 50 times

## [4th consecutive year] Fit Easy fires up the race and the community as official ambassador of the "Ibigawa Marathon 2026"!

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001098.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3672566
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、FIT-EASY、caféfe（カフィ）、Amazon

フィットイージー株式会社 will serve as official ambassador for the 4th consecutive year at the "Ibigawa Marathon 2026," to be held on Nov. 8, 2026. Centered on its health promotion partnership with Ibigawa Town, it will support the event with an on-site booth for its new café "caféfe," warm-ups led by instructors, and a prize drawing with lavish prizes.

Facts:
- Sponsor and official ambassador for the 4th consecutive year
- To be held on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- A traditional marathon event now in its 37th year
- Selected for 26 consecutive years (a record), among other honors
- 5 instructors will take the stage
- Amazon gift card (10,000 yen)
- First 100 people
- Stores: 322

## Your Fortune for the Rest of 2026 [Mind If I Tell Your Fortune?] Leon Kinoshita reads your love, work and overall luck. A Tori-no-Ichi campaign on the official site gives away a fortune-bringing "good luck image"

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001365.000074768.html
- anchor: #n3672565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レンサ、テックマニア -techmania-

株式会社レンサ will begin a "Tori-no-Ichi Campaign" on its official fortune-telling site "Kinoshita Leon's Fortune Telling" on Oct. 30, 2026, giving a good luck image to buyers of eligible readings.

Facts:
- 440 yen per month
- While working for 13 years
- Started a business at age 30
- Fortunes for approx. 40,000 people

## [5-minute walk from Sendai Station] Enjoy casual oden pub "Choi Oden Sendai Ekimae" with "the ultimate hamo broth," grand opening on Thursday, Nov. 5!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:48:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000121045.html
- anchor: #n3672306
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ちょいおでん、株式会社建築企画

"Choi Oden Sendai Ekimae," operated by 株式会社建築企画 as a franchise location of the casual oden pub "Choi Oden" run by 株式会社ちょいおでん, will hold its grand opening in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, on Nov. 5, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 5, 2026
- 5-minute walk
- 3-minute walk
- In 2019
- 22 seats
- 2-minute walk
- 1-minute walk
- 12.89 tsubo
- 42.55㎡

## [November's FLO Day] The limited-edition tart is "Shine Muscat and Peach"! Also, Nov. 25 to 27 will be held together with Black Friday!!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:45:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000102606.html
- anchor: #n3672307
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロジャポン

株式会社フロジャポン will hold "FLO Day" in November and sell a limited-time "Shine Muscat and Peach Tart." Also, Nov. 25 to 27 will be held together with Black Friday, with other popular sweets offered at special prices.

Facts:
- Base price 1,480 yen
- Tax included 1,598 yen
- Base price 390 yen
- Base price 190 yen
- Regular base price 220 yen
- Base price 170 yen
- Base price 120 yen

## A day to think about "housing" in the heart of Nagoya's Sakae: "Nagoya Nursing Care Day Fair 2026" to be held Saturday, Nov. 7

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:41:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000135348.html
- anchor: #n3672236
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人全国介護支援協会、名古屋市、なごや介護の日フェア2026 実行委員会、サンリオ、菊華高等学校、あいち福祉医療専門学校、日本福祉大学中央福祉専門学校、社会福祉法人陽だまりの家、中部盲導犬協会、一般社団法人 KAiGO PRiDE

「なごや介護の日フェア2026」が2026年11月7日、名古屋・栄のエンゼル広場で開催される。テーマは「住」。サンリオキャラクターズやクイズ企画など多彩なステージイベントが行われる。

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
- 10:00〜16:00
- Now in its 11th year
- Approx. 35 booths
- Celebrating its 30th anniversary since debut this year
- A total of 7 questions
- 12 groups will appear

## [Nov. 29 (Sun.)] Participatory event to rediscover community ties, "25th Machi Fes Hayama," to be held!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:36:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000137459.html
- anchor: #n3672237
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人葉山まちづくり協会、葉山町、株式会社あいきゅ、manimani、風早茶房、風早橋ガーデングリルカフェ、コッシーナ、チキチータファーム、市～ICHI、earth7716factory、HAYAMA BREAD Club、そかろsweets！、MELBA HAYAMA、Delivery wine shop 365、生活クラブ、FELICITY、わん・らぶ ふぁーむ、一社）はっぷ、pause

NPO法人葉山まちづくり協会 will hold the "25th Machi Fes Hayama" on Nov. 29, 2026, at the 葉山町 Welfare and Culture Hall. More than 30 local organizations will present exhibits, workshops, performances, film screenings, panel discussions, a marketplace and more.

Facts:
- Nov. 29, 2026
- More than 30 organizations

## [16 days left until the project ends!] Delicious and nutritious! Fukui jujube × goji berries × domestic green soybeans, Kishu Nanko plum × pistachio, Hokkaido beet × Setouchi lemon: a new and deeply flavorful okoshi experience!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:34:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000158213.html
- anchor: #n3672238
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Smile and Jasmine、棗の里農産、深川製菓

株式会社Smile and Jasmineは、Makuakeにて福井なつめ、北海道ビーツ、紀州南高梅を使用した3種の新おこしを販売中。プロジェクト終了まで残り16日。製造は山口県の深川製菓が担当。

Facts:
- Until Nov. 16
- 1日3つで
- The sugar content is 16 degrees
- Sugar content can reach 30 degrees or more
- Sugar content of about 25 degrees
- Contains about 1.5 times as much
- More than 2 times the potassium
- Over about 1 year
- Established: Oct. 25, 2024

## [Dec. 7 (Mon.)] Executive networking event with Chairman and CEO Sano of Vision (TSE PRM 9416) to be held

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:30:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000054393.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492018-en.html
- anchor: #n3672239
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IR Robotics、株式会社ビジョン、株式会社光通信、株式会社あどばるの、株式会社フリープラス

株式会社IR Robotics has released a video on the YouTube channel "IPOとM&Aどっちにする? TV" featuring Kenichi Sano, Chairman and CEO of 株式会社ビジョン, as a guest, and will hold an offline networking event limited to executives on Dec. 7, 2026 to commemorate it.

Facts:
- Monday, Dec. 7, 2026
- Limited to the first 20 people
- Participation fee: 5,000 yen
- More than 200 countries and regions worldwide

## LONGi earns AAA for 27 consecutive periods in the Q3 2026 PV ModuleTech bankability ratings

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000083134.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492020-en.html
- anchor: #n3672241
- Companies mentioned: LONGi Solar Technology株式会社、LONGi、LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd.、インフォーマ社、Informa PLC、Solar Media社、PV Tech

LONGi received an AAA rating for the 27th consecutive period in the Q3 2026 PV ModuleTech bankability ratings announced by インフォーマ社.

Facts:
- Q3 2026
- 27 consecutive periods
- AAA
- 15 periods
- Q1 2020

## Chongqing Hotel's prepared-foods brand "GIFT & DELI" makes its first appearance at そごう横浜店! A special opportunity to enjoy the flavors it has offered since its founding in 1959 in the popular department store food hall

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000096786.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492019-en.html
- anchor: #n3672240
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社重慶飯店、そごう横浜店、ホテルホリデイ・イン横浜、ローズホテル横浜

株式会社重慶飯店 will open a long-term pop-up store for its prepared-foods brand "GIFT & DELI" on the basement 2nd floor of そごう横浜店 from Nov. 1, 2026. Drawing on the flavors it has offered since its founding in 1959, it will sell limited-edition products using wagyu beef, sangen pork, and more.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1959
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027
- Price: 1,501 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,601 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 2,251 yen (tax included)
- In 1981 in Yokohama Chinatown

## プロクリニック沖縄 runs an October 2026 Halloween campaign, offering a chance to consult locally on everything from cosmetic surgery to skin care with ease.

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:14:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000156962.html
- anchor: #n3672195
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人CUTIE、PRO CLINIC沖縄本院、プロクリニック沖縄、リベルサス、ゼオスキン、ZO®スキンヘルス

PRO CLINIC沖縄本院, a cosmetic surgery and cosmetic dermatology clinic, is running a Halloween campaign in October 2026. Covering cosmetic surgery procedures such as the face line and upper arms, men's cosmetic medicine consultations, and skin care products (such as ZO®スキンヘルス), it encourages treatment decisions patients are comfortable with through consultations.

Facts:
- October 2026
- 100,000 yen or more

## A sequential experience for checking purpose and decision criteria across different work scenarios added to "知と実践"

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:12:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000356.000068315.html
- anchor: #n3672196
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社

リクエスト株式会社 added a sequential experience, "Growing your way of thinking from experience," to its research and practice library "知と実践" on Oct. 31, 2026. The feature is free to use with no registration required, and compares and verifies purpose and decision criteria across different work scenarios.

Facts:
- 980 companies
- 338,000 people
- Oct. 31, 2026

## Temporary online store opened on BASE during system maintenance. "#工場の灯をつなぐ" keeps the "manufacturing journey" with 65 partner factories going

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:12:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000239.000040106.html
- anchor: #n3672197
- Companies mentioned: ライフスタイルアクセント株式会社、ファクトリエ、BASE、テレビ東京

ファクトリエ, the fashion brand of ライフスタイルアクセント株式会社, will suspend its official online store for system maintenance. To keep placing orders with its 65 partner factories and avoid idling its artisans, it has opened a temporary online store on the e-commerce platform BASE, and will also operate temporarily at its Ginza store and Kumamoto main store.

Facts:
- 65 partner factories
- From Oct. 21, 2026
- Until Nov. 2
- Oct. 23
- Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)

## 船橋ケイバ 8th meeting [Nov. 2 (Mon.) to Nov. 6 (Fri.)] to hold "Autumn Camp Fest" for enjoying Funabashi Horse Park in autumn!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000033182.html
- anchor: #n3672200
- Companies mentioned: 千葉県競馬組合、船橋ケイバ、船橋競馬場、金沢競馬場、柏競馬場、地方競馬全国交流

千葉県競馬組合 will hold the "Autumn Camp Fest" during the 8th meeting of 船橋ケイバ, running Nov. 2 to 6, offering outdoor experiences and gourmet food. It will also feature off-track betting for JBC2026, notable races such as the Heartbeat Cup and the Peace Prize, and the jockey series "2026 Jockeys Festival 6th."

Facts:
- 5 days from Nov. 2 (Mon.) to Nov. 6 (Fri.)
- Dirt 1,800m
- Dirt 1,200m
- The current 1,600m race
- Up to 6m in height
- Weight limit of 50kg
- Cashless betting statement of 1,000 yen or more
- Advance betting ticket or cashless betting statement of 100 yen or more
- QUO Card (worth 500 yen)
- First 620 people

## [Hugely popular promotion] Unbeatable 991 yen (excl. tax) "120-minute all-you-can-eat oden" to be held at 日本酒原価酒蔵 Omiya store from Nov. 1 (Sun.) to Nov. 30 (Mon.)!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000581.000055180.html
- anchor: #n3672199
- Companies mentioned: 日本酒原価酒蔵、株式会社ビリオンフーズ

株式会社ビリオンフーズが運営する「日本酒原価酒蔵 大宮店」にて、2026年11月1日から30日まで限定で「120分おでん食べ放題」が開催される。料金は1,080円（税込）で、1日10組限定の事前予約制である。

Facts:
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 120 minutes
- Cover charge: 540 yen
- 1日10名様限定
- Capital: 11.2 million yen

## <Brand's 1st anniversary> Crispy texture and smooth melt-in-the-mouth feel. "Vanilla Chocolat Sandwich," wrapped in the lingering aroma of Tahitian vanilla, goes on sale Nov. 1 (Sun.) from VANISTA(バニスタ).

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001821.000016051.html
- anchor: #n3672198
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュクレイ、VANISTA、バニスタ、西武池袋本店

株式会社シュクレイ will release a new product using Tahitian vanilla, "Vanilla Chocolat Sandwich," from its sweets brand VANISTA(バニスタ) for a limited time starting Nov. 1, 2026. The brand was born in 2025 and will mark its 1st anniversary of opening on Nov. 21.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 1,620 yen (tax included)
- 1st anniversary
- 64％

## A work that won this year's Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (John Lithgow) is coming to movie theaters! "Giant" opens Nov. 19 (Thu.) at ＴＯＨＯシネマズ 日比谷 and other theaters. More screening theaters have been added!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:09:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000101737.html
- anchor: #n3672201
- Companies mentioned: カルチャヴィル合同会社、Giant West End Ltd、ＴＯＨＯシネマズ、イオンシネマ、ロイヤル・コート劇場、ハロルド・ピンター劇場、ミュージック・ボックス劇場

The Tony Award-winning stage production Giant is getting a theatrical release in Japan, with 5 more theaters added, so it will be screened nationwide.

Facts:
- 5 more theaters added
- General admission: 3,200 yen
- Students and people with disabilities: 2,800 yen
- Nominated in 4 categories at this year's Tony Awards
- Won 3 categories, including the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play

## Developing purpose, perspective and judgment at work through experience. "The Current State of Organizational Behavioral Science®" released free of charge

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:05:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000068315.html
- anchor: #n3672202
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社

リクエスト株式会社 conducts research and educational development in "Organizational Behavioral Science®" based on data from 980 companies and a cumulative total of 338,000 people, and on Oct. 31, 2026, it released a dedicated web page free of charge.

Facts:
- 980 companies
- 338,000 people in total
- Oct. 31, 2026

## Takumi Matsuo, representative of Seihosha, to become a director of the All Japan Antique Appraisers Association. Preventing misconduct at purchasing sites through an industry-wide mechanism

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:01:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000161726.html
- anchor: #n3672203
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社誠報社、一般社団法人全日本古物鑑定士協会、株式会社Office STOK、株式会社ピーアンドピー、株式会社Lif

Takumi Matsuo, representative of 株式会社誠報社, will become a director (in charge of the Appraiser Clean Network) of 一般社団法人全日本古物鑑定士協会 effective Nov. 1, 2026. The aim is to build an industry-wide mechanism to prevent internal misconduct at purchasing sites and stop the circulation of stolen goods.

Facts:
- 3,498.6 billion yen as of 2024
- 615,194 cases as of the end of 2025
- Effective Nov. 1, 2026

## Memento Vanitas of 無原唱レコード announces a solo live event! Advance ticket lottery opens today

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000704.000044525.html
- anchor: #n3672204
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RIOT MUSIC、無原唱レコード、株式会社RICOL、株式会社Brave group

株式会社RIOT MUSIC announced that Memento Vanitas, a virtual artist on the 無原唱レコード label, will hold its first solo live event on Jan. 30, 2027, and has opened the advance ticket lottery.

Facts:
- On-site ticket: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Streaming ticket: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Separate drink charge: 600 yen
- Coin locker fee: 300 yen
- Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027
- Today, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026

## Orchestra concert commemorating the 30th anniversary of Sakura Wars announced! Kohei Tanaka as general music supervisor, past cast members to reunite!!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193685.html
- anchor: #n3672230
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンプラス、有限会社ウェルネット、株式会社セガ

An orchestra concert commemorating the 30th anniversary of Sakura Wars has been announced for Feb. 2027. Kohei Tanaka will serve as general music supervisor, and past cast members will reunite. It is organized by 株式会社サンプラス with cooperation from 株式会社セガ.

Facts:
- 30th anniversary
- 54-member ensemble
- Nov. 2026
- Feb. 7, 2027

## 東京でレビュー数1位の英語ガイド付き自転車ツアー「TRB BIKE TOUR」、11月1日に京都で開業

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193804.html
- anchor: #n3672229
- Companies mentioned: ブルーリミテッド合同会社、公益社団法人京都市観光協会、GetYourGuide、Tripadvisor、Viator、Klook、Googleマップ

ブルーリミテッド合同会社 will open the English-guided bicycle tour "TRB BIKE TOUR KYOTO" in Kyoto on Nov. 1, 2026. The business was selected by the Kyoto City Tourism Association, and it has a track record of ranking No. 1 in number of reviews in Tokyo.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Over 3,000 cumulative
- The average rating is ★4.9
- Cross bike: 10,000 yen
- E-bike: 14,000 yen
- 60,000 yen
- 80,000 yen

## 70% of visitors are foreign nationals!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000193111.html
- anchor: #n3672228
- Companies mentioned: 城南質屋古物商協同組合、大田区、株式会社東方インターナショナル

城南質屋古物商協同組合 will hold "Shicchi's Charity Fair" at the Tokyo Distribution Center from Nov. 20 to 22, 2026, selling about 70,000 items. Owing to the weak yen and social media, 70% of visitors are foreign nationals.

Facts:
- Three days, from Friday, Nov. 20 to Sunday, 22, 2026
- About 70,000 items to be sold

## Okinawa festival "OKINAWA FES Milafete," which drew about 300,000 visitors, to be held at Yoyogi Park on May 8 and 9, 2027!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000156840.html
- anchor: #n3672227
- Companies mentioned: ミラフェート株式会社、沖縄テレビ放送株式会社、光コンベンションビューロー、琉球朝日放送株式会社、琉球放送株式会社

ミラフェート株式会社 announced that it will hold "OKINAWA FES Milafete," an urban festival showcasing the appeal of Okinawa, at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo on May 8 and 9, 2027. Attendance in 2026 reached about 300,000, and the 2027 event will be held under a new visual theme, "Peering into Okinawa."

Facts:
- 2026 results / 2 days: 300,000 people
- 2024 results / 2 days: 250,000 people
- 2025 results, rainy on one day / 2 days: 210,000 people
- May 8 (Sat) and 9 (Sun), 2027

## 7ORDER releases new song "Cho YaVibe" with Taiwan's PAPUN BAND and the telephones! A dance rock tune that transcends borders and genres is born

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000138740.html
- anchor: #n3672226
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社L&L's、7ORDER、PAPUN BAND、the telephones、DOBERMAN INFINITY

7ORDER has collaborated with Taiwan's PAPUN BAND and the telephones to release the new song "Cho YaVibe." Marking its 7th anniversary since formation, 7ORDER continues to take on new challenges, starting with its first collaboration with overseas artists.

Facts:
- The 5th installment in a series of consecutive releases
- Celebrated its 7th anniversary on May 22, 2026
- Date and time: Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026
- Standing: advance ticket ¥10,000 (tax included)

## 5th installment of the popular amulet-making experience "Monthly Omamori Bag" arrives, with a limited design themed on autumn leaves (momiji) for November [一畑山薬師寺]

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000071311.html
- anchor: #n3672225
- Companies mentioned: 一畑山薬師寺

Starting Nov. 1, 2026, 一畑山薬師寺 will begin distributing a limited-edition design themed on autumn leaves as the 5th installment of its "Monthly Omamori Bag."

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- From 9:00 to 16:30
- 1,000 yen
- 2,000 yen

## [Operating period about 1 month, expected yield 8.0% (annualized, before tax)] "High-Quality Used Car Export Fund" now open

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000078222.html
- anchor: #n3672224
- Companies mentioned: ikkaq株式会社、ECOBURN JAPAN株式会社

ikkaq株式会社 has begun offering the 5th fund, the "High-Quality Used Car Export Fund," through its business-investment crowdfunding platform "IKKAQ," with ECOBURN JAPAN株式会社 as the operator. The expected yield is 8.0% per year (before tax), the operating period is about 1 month, and the target offering amount is 10 million yen.

Facts:
- Target offering amount: 10,000,000 yen
- Investment unit: 1 unit = 10,000 yen

## Said to be "impossible to predict"!! Nana Eikura and Eiji Akaso co-star in the forbidden love suspense drama Ani Imoto. Director's cut of Episode 1, with precious unreleased footage added, begins exclusive streaming on TELASA!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000165653.html
- anchor: #n3672223
- Companies mentioned: TELASA株式会社、テレビ朝日、ホリプロ、ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ

On TELASA, the director's cut of Episode 1 of the love suspense drama Ani Imoto, co-starring Nana Eikura and Eiji Akaso, begins exclusive streaming. With unreleased footage added, streaming starts at 12:00 on Oct. 31.

Facts:
- Exclusive streaming on TELASA starts Saturday, Oct. 31 at noon 12:00!
- Monthly fee from 990 yen (tax included).

## [Industry-Academia Collaboration] Long-established Kyoto confectioner Tsuruya Yoshinobu develops a new product jointly with 京都府立 京都すばる高等学校. Limited-time sale of a carefully crafted treat infused with the flavors of autumn.

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000045479.html
- anchor: #n3672222
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 鶴屋吉信、京都府立 京都すばる高等学校

A new product, "Tsubaratsubara Murasaki Imo Ringo," jointly developed by Tsuruya Yoshinobu Co., Ltd. and Kyoto Prefectural Kyoto Subaru High School, will be sold in limited quantities through the school's sales learning program and the company's online shop and main store.

Facts:
- 1個 280円
- Box of 5: 1,620 yen
- 10 pieces, 3,240 yen
- Shelf life: until Nov. 18
- Reservation period: 12:00 on Oct. 31, 2026 (Sat.)
- to 12:00 on Nov. 7 (Sat.)
- Sales date: Nov. 13, 2026 (Fri.)
- Delivery date: Nov. 14, 2026 (Sat.)
- Limited to 2 days, the 15th (Sun.)

## Turning popular creator Hoshimori's non-human and deformed-head characters into goods you can "use every day"♪ Ballpoint pens and metal key rings from the "Jingai Nichijo Collection" are now on sale at 4 アニメイト stores!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000012425.html
- anchor: #n3672221
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェンコ、アニメイト、KADOKAWA社

株式会社ジェンコ is selling ballpoint pens and metal key rings from creator Hoshimori's "Jingai Nichijo Collection" at 4 アニメイト stores.

Facts:
- 4 アニメイト stores
- 6 types in total
- Ball diameter: 0.5mm
- Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
- About 170,000 followers

## The music video for "Jabu Jabu Jobu Jobu," a song produced by ClaN Entertainment for "Duel Masters" preschool YouTube channel "Duemaru.," tops 1,000,000 views!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000315.000100939.html
- anchor: #n3672220
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ClaN Entertainment、日本コロムビア、小学館、Wizards of the Coast、WHC、ShoPro

The music video for "Jabu Jabu Jobu Jobu," a song from the "Duel Masters" preschool YouTube channel "Duemaru.," produced by 株式会社ClaN Entertainment, surpassed 1,000,000 views on YouTube as of October 2026.

Facts:
- Surpassed 1,000,000 views
- As of October 2026
- Release date: July 31, 2026
- Capital, etc.: about 2 billion yen

## [BUZZ × 東京デザイン専門学校] Grand prize in official character renewal competition goes to "LUMO"! Awards ceremony to be held on Sept. 16

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000559.000141380.html
- anchor: #n3672219
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BUZZ GROUP、東京デザイン専門学校、ムーヴメントプレス

株式会社BUZZ GROUP announced the judging results of the official character renewal competition held in cooperation with 東京デザイン専門学校, with "LUMO," designed by Shiyu Kobayashi, selected for the grand prize. The awards ceremony is scheduled to be held on Sept. 16, 2026.

Facts:
- More than 90 stores
- 388 rooms in total
- Sept. 16, 2026
- 30 entries in total
- Gift certificates worth 20,000 yen
- Gift certificates worth 10,000 yen
- More than 250,000 monthly users
- About 400,000 members

## Expanding the number of stores offering treatment menus (facial/scalp) using "frozen stem cell culture supernatant" to 8 stores

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000604.000000702.html
- anchor: #n3672218
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アートネイチャー、STEMCELL & Co.株式会社

株式会社アートネイチャー, with technology provided by STEMCELL & Co.株式会社, will expand the number of stores offering facial and scalp care using CPJ-derived stem cell culture supernatant to 8 stores from Nov. 2026.

Facts:
- 8 stores
- Nov. 2026
- 2022

## A new radio program themed on "preventive medicine" starts on Sunday mornings! FM AICHI's "名古屋栄セントラルクリニック presents Mirai Karte" starts on Sunday, Nov. 1!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000756.000036704.html
- anchor: #n3672217
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエム愛知、FM AICHI、名古屋栄セントラルクリニック、radiko

FM AICHI will launch a new radio program themed on preventive medicine, "名古屋栄セントラルクリニック presents Mirai Karte," in Nov. 2026. The personalities are Chikage Yamaguchi and Rei Shibata, and the first guest will be Shinya Hamada, director of 名古屋栄セントラルクリニック.

Facts:
- 80.7MHz
- 81.3MHz
- Nov. 2026
- 9:15～9:30
- Nov. 1
- Within 1 week

## "Monaka Curry?" It's not a Japanese sweet. A professional thoroughly explains a gem in curry history, delving into the mystery of the "legendary curry roux" that has since disappeared! Strong response to the article leads to online viewing event

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000826.000033279.html
- anchor: #n3672216
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カレー総合研究所、井上戦略PRコンサルティング事務所、カレー大學、カレー大学院、IICA

Takehisa Inoue, director of 株式会社カレー総合研究所, explained the legendary curry roux "Monaka Curry" on note. In response to calls to see the actual product, an online viewing event will be held on Nov. 2.

Facts:
- Participation fee: 3,000 yen
- 11月2日12：00にオンライン開催
- Total graduates exceed 2,000
- Established in March 2007

## Third installment of musical "Tokyo Revengers" to be staged in Tokyo from Aug. 24, 2027, and in Osaka from Sept. 3! Full cast and performance details announced

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000834.000051825.html
- anchor: #n3672215
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HIKE、講談社

株式会社HIKEは、ミュージカル「東京リベンジャーズ」第3弾を2027年8月と9月に上演することを発表し、全キャストやチケット情報を公開した。

Facts:
- Aug. 24, 2027
- Sept. 3
- 15 performances in total
- 80,000,000 copies
- 15,800 yen (tax included)
- 11,800 yen (tax included)
- 9,800 yen (tax included)

## "Piccoma" releases 4th lineup of recommended original works for October! 3 new SMARTOON® titles arrive!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000966.000003707.html
- anchor: #n3672214
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カカオピッコマ、CHINA LITERATURE、テンセント、Tencent Animation & Comics、Beijing Kuaikan Dimensional Information、Kuaikan Comics

株式会社カカオピッコマ announced that it will begin exclusive serial distribution of 3 new original SMARTOON® titles on the e-manga and novel service "Piccoma" from Oct. 25, 2026.

Facts:
- 3 new original SMARTOON® titles
- From Oct. 25, 2026 (Sun.)
- Surpassed 50 million cumulative downloads

## To commemorate the AZUL BY MOUSSY × Santa Fe collaboration, participation in "SANGENJAYA ART MUSIC FESTIVAL2026" on Sat., Nov. 7 confirmed!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001232.000014511.html
- anchor: #n3672213
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、AZUL BY MOUSSY、Santa Fe、イグルス

株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド's "AZUL BY MOUSSY" will release collaboration items with "Santa Fe," which swept the street scene of the 1990s, in early Jan. 2027, and will take part in the "SANGENJAYA ART MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026" to be held on Nov. 7, 2026 as a commemoration.

Facts:
- Early Jan. 2027
- Nov. 7, 2026
- 40 people
- Securities code 3548

## Items with colorful designs expressing the world of the ディズニー&ピクサー film "Coco" arrive: "Ichiban Kuji <Coco> Colorful Memories" on sale in stages from Sat., Oct. 31

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001293.000155396.html
- anchor: #n3672212
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン、イトーヨーカドー、ゆめタウン、Disney/Pixar、ディズニー&ピクサー

株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will release "Ichiban Kuji <Coco> Colorful Memories," expressing the world of the ディズニー&ピクサー film "Coco," on Oct. 31. The price is 781 yen, and the lineup includes a total of 8 prize grades with 25 types plus the Last One Prize, such as the Prize A scene figure and the Last One Prize light. A double chance campaign in which winners are drawn to receive the same prize as the Last One Prize will also be held.

Facts:
- On sale in stages from Sat., Oct. 31
- Price: 781 yen (tax included)
- 8 prize grades in total
- 25 types + Last One Prize
- Size: approx. 14cm
- Size: approx. 90cm
- Size: approx. 40cm
- The number of winners is 50
- The campaign period runs through the end of January 2027

## Anime RPG Princess Connect! Re:Dive x game Uma Musume Pretty Derby collaboration event to be held! Announcement of new commercial "Pispiece! It's Kyaru-chan~~!" edition

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001325.000005593.html
- anchor: #n3672211
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cygames、DMM GAMES

株式会社Cygames has released a new commercial, the "Pispiece! It's Kyaru-chan~~!" edition, to mark the holding of a collaboration event between the anime RPG Princess Connect! Re:Dive and the game Uma Musume Pretty Derby.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, 12:00
- Monday, Nov. 23, 4:59
- Feb. 15, 2018
- May 22, 2018

## 『キングオブコント2026』大会当日の裏側に迫ったドキュメンタリー『激闘の1日～キングオブコント2026の舞台裏に完全密着～』を、10月31日（土）よりU-NEXTにて見放題で独占配信スタート！

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003002.000031998.html
- anchor: #n3672210
- Companies mentioned: USEN-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT、TBS、Paravi、GEM Partners、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS

株式会社U-NEXTは、キングオブコント2026の舞台裏に密着したドキュメンタリー『激闘の1日～キングオブコント2026の舞台裏に完全密着～』を10月31日より独占配信開始する。

Facts:
- From Saturday, Oct. 31
- 11 duos and groups in total
- 3445 entries
- 19 cameras
- Enjoy more than 500,000 titles
- More than 1.37 million manga and books

## Tokorozawa Citizens' Opera "Christmas Concert 2026" confirmed for Dec. 13 Citizens' chorus and professional vocalists to perform together Ticket sales begin

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003991.000013972.html
- anchor: #n3672209
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ

The "Christmas Concert 2026," hosted by the Tokorozawa Citizens' Opera, will be held on Dec. 13, 2026 at the Tokorozawa Machizukuri Center Hall, with a citizens' chorus and professional vocalists performing together. Tickets are on sale at カンフェティ.

Facts:
- Dec. 13, 2026
- 14:00
- 14:30
- Approx. 2 hours
- 3,500 yen (tax included)

## Web novel Disposable Cast -The Jewel Boys Who Show Dreams- expands its world to the stage! Hisshigumi Project's original work, main visual for staged reading released

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004001.000013972.html
- anchor: #n3672208
- Companies mentioned: Hisshigumi Project、ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ、小説家になろう、カクヨム、FunnyLollipopMonster、GOLDEN STEPS

Hisshigumi Project's staged reading Disposable Cast -The Jewel Boy of Valmitar- will be performed in Nov. 2026, and its main visual has been unveiled. Tickets are on sale at カンフェティ.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
- From Sept. 11, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Ticket with bonus: 7,800 yen
- Ticket without bonus: 6,500 yen
- Ticket with bonus: 8,300 yen
- Ticket without bonus: 7,000 yen
- An era approx. 70 years ago

## Limited original goods for the "Chiikawa Christmas Market" unveiled!

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004179.000064643.html
- anchor: #n3672207
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、イオンモール幕張新都心、株式会社スパイラルキュート、フジテレビ、YouTube、TVer、FOD

株式会社AbemaTV has unveiled limited original goods and venue-exclusive food for the "Chiikawa Christmas Market," which opens on Nov. 24, 2026, and began ticket sales on Oct. 31.

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026
- Through Friday, Dec. 25
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Approx. 6,000㎡
- Approx. 6m in height
- 35 types in total
- 5.79 million people

## Drinkable stories from Jimbocho, the town of books! Craft gin "Jimbocho GIN 'SHOT STORY'" from 3 Jimbocho bookstores, Vol. 5 features original stories by Maiko Seo and Ban Ohara. On sale in limited quantities from Saturday, Oct. 24.

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009137.000016756.html
- anchor: #n3672206
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、深川蒸留所、三省堂書店、東京堂書店、書泉グランデ、株式会社深川蒸留所、株式会社三省堂書店、株式会社東京堂、株式会社書泉、馬追蒸留所、Blue Rabbit Distillery、虎ノ門蒸留所、エシカル・スピリッツ

Vol. 5 of the craft gin "Jimbocho GIN 'SHOT STORY'," a collaboration between 3 Jimbocho bookstores (Sanseido, Tokyodo, Shosen) and 深川蒸留所, will go on sale in limited quantities with original stories by Maiko Seo and Ban Ohara.

Facts:
- From Oct. 24, 2026
- Limited release of 150 bottles each
- Volume: 500ml
- Price: 6,600 yen
- 7 botanicals

## A fair commemorating the implementation of Aha, the Star God, in Honkai: Star Rail will be held at アニメイト from Nov. 13! An only shop and sales of limited items are also planned

- Published: 2026-10-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009164.000016756.html
- anchor: #n3672205
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイト、miHoYo、HoYoverse、アニメイト

株式会社アニメイト will hold a fair commemorating the implementation of Aha, the Star God, in Honkai: Star Rail from Nov. 13, 2026, with limited goods sales and bonus distribution.

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- Dec. 20
- 3 types in total
- 2,500 yen (tax included)
- 150 million downloads

## Delicious to eat, fun to learn about. A Beef Sommelier conveys the flavor characteristics of wagyu through "Ushi-katsu"

- Published: 2026-10-31T11:51:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000154461.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4491799-en.html
- anchor: #n3672126
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーフソムリエ、株式会社Coxin、やまのおかげ屋、うしの中山、近畿大学

株式会社ビーフソムリエ has launched "Ushi-katsu," a joint wagyu purchasing project, in cooperation with 株式会社Coxin and the butcher shop やまのおかげ屋. As the first installment, it will sell Japanese Black wagyu from the producer うしの中山 in Kanoya, Kagoshima Prefecture, accompanied by a flavor characteristics certificate using AI technology developed by 近畿大学. Applications are accepted on CAMPFIRE until Nov. 14, 2026.

Facts:
- Until Nov. 14, 2026
- The 12th National Wagyu Olympics

## Puma Shen questions Chiang Wan-an's absence from city government meetings; Chiang: Responsibilities are delegated by level, with division of labor and cooperation

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:47:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310098.aspx
- anchor: #n3672874
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、富邦金控

During the Taipei mayoral election debate, Democratic Progressive Party candidate Puma Shen questioned Chiang Wan-an's absence from numerous city government meetings. Chiang responded that the Taipei City Government operates on a system of delegated responsibility and division of labor, and that he personally chairs task-force meetings for major incidents.

Facts:
- Attendance at the Taipei City drug prevention meetings is only 7%
- Attendance at the Children and Youth Welfare and Rights Promotion Committee is only 6.7%
- 18 cross-departmental meetings on the smoke-free city
- He personally chaired 4 task-force meetings
- 北市府法務局長法規會12次只出席1次
- Attended only 5 of 16 meetings of the Petitions and Appeals Committee
- Attended 14 of 16 board meetings of 富邦金控

## US, Japan and South Korea foreign ministers stress importance of Taiwan Strait peace and stability; Rubio points directly to Chinese coercion

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:47:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310097.aspx
- anchor: #n3672875
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、美國國務院、多國制裁監督小組

On the sidelines of the G20, the foreign ministers of the US, Japan and South Korea met and stressed upholding peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. Rubio accused China of coercive behavior and said China-Russia cooperation undermines Indo-Pacific stability. The three sides signed a memorandum on an Arctic-Pacific partnership and reaffirmed their commitment to North Korea's denuclearization.

Facts:
- 1151031
- July this year
- 11 countries including South Korea, the United States and Japan

## Controversy over enforcement at LGBTQ bars; Pride parade kicks off this afternoon, expected to exceed 150,000 people

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:44:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610310096.aspx
- anchor: #n3672876
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、國民黨、民眾黨、社會民主黨、時代力量、台灣基進、台灣綠黨、小民參政歐巴桑聯盟、台北市警察局萬華分局、台北市府

Taiwan's LGBTQ Pride parade kicks off today in front of the Taipei City Hall, under the theme "Listen Together, Walk Together." Organizers said the search of an LGBTQ bar by the Wanhua Precinct revived the community's memories of, and anger over, suppression by public authorities. Participation is expected to exceed 150,000 people, with more than 180 groups and youth wings of several political parties taking part.

Facts:
- The number of parade participants is expected to exceed 150,000
- This year, more than 180 groups have registered for Taiwan's Pride parade
- 8 political parties are also taking part, including the 民進黨, the youth wing of the 國民黨, the 民眾黨, the 社會民主黨, the 時代力量, the 台灣基進, the 台灣綠黨 and the 小民參政歐巴桑聯盟
- In 2019, Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage

## Cheng Li-wun attends Army Academy alumni event, urges restarting nuclear power referendum and aims for 2028 return to power

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:44:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310094.aspx
- anchor: #n3672873
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、中央社

國民黨 Chairperson Cheng Li-wun attended an event of the Army Academy special training class alumni association, looked back on her first year as party chair, stressed that the 國民黨 defends the Constitution and backs the armed forces, called on voters to support restarting nuclear power in the year-end referendum, and is striving to return to power in 2028.

Facts:
- It has been exactly 1 year since taking office as party chair
- Return to power in 2028
- Let the 國民黨 win victory on Nov. 28
- The next golden 30 years

## Chiang Wan-an slams Puma Shen's arrogant attitude toward drugged driving; Shen fires back: Localities should focus on prevention

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:40:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310095.aspx
- anchor: #n3672872

During the Taipei mayoral election debate, Chiang Wan-an criticized Puma Shen for an arrogant attitude toward the amendment on drugged driving and for not taking part in the vote. Shen fired back, stressing that he opposed versions of the amendment that violate the principle of proportionality, and argued that local governments should focus on prevention.

Facts:
- 2013
- Within 10 years
- The maximum penalty can be the death sentence
- 12 p.m.
- The last 20 minutes

## Key events of the week, 1025-1031

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:39:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610315002.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4492380-en.html
- anchor: #n3672868
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、美國銀行、博通、輝達、紐約時報、Meta、Google、華航、長榮航空、彭博、央視、西甲聯盟、中信兄弟隊、味全龍隊

This week's international highlights include the defeat of Vučić in Serbia's parliamentary election, Brazilian President Lula's re-election, a Spanish high-speed rail rear-end collision, and Anthropic launching its IPO. Domestically, Taiwan's third-quarter economic growth hit a 48-year high for the same period at 14.36%, Pakistan reopened its airspace to Taiwan, and other news included the Kaohsiung mayoral election debate and the Wei Chuan Dragons winning the professional baseball championship.

Facts:
- In a parliament with 250 total seats
- Caused at least 69 deaths
- Early voting turnout has hit a record high, at about 47.9 million people
- The valuation could fall between 1.5 trillion and 2 trillion US dollars
- Will provide 63 billion US dollars in financing to help Anthropic
- Japan's new tax refund system will officially take effect on Nov. 1
- Patrick Stewart has died at the age of 86
- Approved the use of its airspace by 華航 and EVA Air until March 27 next year
- Third-quarter economic growth is estimated at 14.36%
- Up 2.94 percentage points from the August forecast
- A 48-year high for the same period
- Third-quarter exports of goods priced in US dollars rose 44.63% year on year
- Agricultural losses have reached NT$665.64 million
- Crop damage area of 8,867 hectares
- Subsidies must be disbursed within 3 days of receiving applications
- The Ministry of Education's preliminary estimate is that about 137 schools were affected
- Damage amounted to more than NT$24.95 million
- Domestic banks' liquidity coverage ratio reached 130%
- I think 120% is just right
- In July this year, the number of borrowers nationwide holding both mortgages and personal loans reached 434,000
- Took home 6 awards to become the big winner
- Won the team's 6th title in franchise history

## Yunlin looks to Japan, sets up functional disaster-prevention education park that can supply water and electricity for 3 days

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:38:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310093.aspx
- anchor: #n3672869
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、內政部能源署

Drawing on Japan's experience, the Yunlin County Government has set up a functional disaster-prevention education park at Shigui Elementary School, combining a smart microgrid with emergency shelter facilities. It can house up to 600 people and provide 3 days of water and electricity.

Facts:
- Can supply water and electricity for 3 days
- Can house up to 600 people
- Self-raised NT$33.68 million
- Allocates NT$1 million in operating funds each year
- Invests NT$20 million to upgrade the functional disaster-prevention education park
- Capacity can reach 400 to 600 people
- Holds an overnight disaster shelter experience for 200 people

## Township representative candidate in Taitung's Yanping suspected of cash vote-buying; detained incommunicado

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:36:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610310092.aspx
- anchor: #n3672870
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣台東地方檢察署、台東警察局關山分局、台灣台東地方法院

A man surnamed Chen, a candidate for township representative in Taitung's Yanping, and his spouse, a woman surnamed Hu, are suspected of vote-buying with cash at NT$2,000 to NT$5,000 per vote. After an investigation, the Taitung District Prosecutors Office asked the court to detain them incommunicado. The court has approved detention of the defendant surnamed Chen, while the defendant surnamed Hu was placed under restricted residence.

Facts:
- NT$2,000 per vote
- NT$5,000
- Summoned 7 voters

## Motorcyclist illegally enters Freeway No. 1 Wuyang Elevated Road, man jumps from bridge and dies; cause under investigation

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:33:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610310091.aspx
- anchor: #n3672867
- Companies mentioned: 林口長庚醫院

A fatal accident occurred in the early morning on the southbound section of the Wuyang Elevated Road on Freeway No. 1. A man surnamed Chen illegally rode his motorcycle onto the freeway and ignored police signals to stop several times. He eventually abandoned the motorcycle at the 40.8-kilometer mark and jumped off the bridge. He was taken to hospital but did not survive. The cause is under investigation.

Facts:
- Wuyang Elevated Road, 40.8 kilometers
- Wuyang Elevated Road southbound, 38.7 kilometers
- Early this morning at 0:48
- Discovered at 1:01

## Cho Jung-tai: Continue strengthening the veterinary service system and enhancing international exchange

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:27:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310090.aspx
- anchor: #n3672866
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台北市獸醫師公會

Premier Cho Jung-tai attended the 14th FASAVA Asian Small Animal Veterinary Congress. He said the government has launched the national One Health joint action plan, strengthening antibiotic management and monitoring, and will continue to strengthen Taiwan's veterinary service system and international exchange.

Facts:
- 2026 FASAVA Asian Small Animal Veterinary Congress
- 14th FASAVA Asian Small Animal Veterinary Congress
- 3 major dimensions: animals and plants, humans, and the environment
- July 2025

## 曾峻岳相約林凱威旅外 陳昭如盼成制度旅美首例

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:23:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610310089.aspx
- anchor: #n3672864
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中華職棒、富邦悍將隊、味全龍隊、中職聯盟、美國職棒、大聯盟

中華職棒 Fubon Guardians closer Tseng Chun-yueh and 味全龍隊 's Lin Kai-wei have agreed to try playing abroad. Guardians general manager Chen Chao-ju hopes Tseng will become the first player to go to the US through the player transfer agreement.

Facts:
- 2 closers this year
- 3 years ago it was his own wish to push for it
- Tseng Chun-yueh, who is about to turn 25
- Resubmitted for the first time since 2023
- This March's World Baseball Classic

## Clash over urban renewal: Chiang Wan-an slams "read but reply off-topic"; Shen Boyang urges stronger support mechanism

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:06:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310088.aspx
- anchor: #n3672853

In the Taipei mayoral election debate, Chiang Wan-an and Shen Boyang clashed over urban renewal. Chiang criticized Shen as unfamiliar with municipal affairs and as "read but reply off-topic," and stressed that the city government has made progress in promoting urban renewal. Shen countered that the city government only shows off figures, argued for a stronger support mechanism to resolve urban renewal bottlenecks, and proposed measures such as raising the public housing fund by 20%.

Facts:
- 2.4 times
- 1.3 times
- 12 villages
- 7成
- 7599
- 75%
- 4 times
- 20%

## 鴻海: Hopes Taiwanese Firms Will Join in Setting Robot Standards

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:05:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610310087.aspx
- anchor: #n3672854
- Companies mentioned: 鴻海、中央社

Li Guang-yao, general manager of 鴻海 Group's C Business Group, said at HHTD 26 that he hopes Taiwanese manufacturers will jointly take part in setting robot standards, and expects applications in which robots take on most of the work inside factories to be realized within 3 to 5 years.

Facts:
- 3 to 5 years

## US Media: Trump Plans to Strike Iran Again the Day After Midterms, Hoping to End the War

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:04:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310086.aspx
- anchor: #n3672851
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、MS NOW、華爾街日報、皮尤研究中心、KCMO

US media report that Trump plans to launch a new round of strikes on Iran the day after the midterm elections to end the war, and has pledged to ensure Iran has no nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, Qatar has launched diplomatic mediation, and Vice President Vance has also proposed meeting with Iran to restart negotiations.

Facts:
- 3rd aircraft carrier
- As early as Nov. 4
- About 2/3, or 65%, of Americans disagree
- A 7-day plan

## Chiang Wan-an Lists Taipei Dome and 輝達 Achievements, Stresses He Does What He Says

- Published: 2026-10-31T14:00:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310085.aspx
- anchor: #n3672852
- Companies mentioned: TVBS、三立電視台、輝達

In the 2026 Taipei mayoral election televised debate, Chiang Wan-an opened in Taiwanese, listing achievements including the completion of the Taipei Dome, 輝達 settling its overseas headquarters in Taipei, and childbirth incentives. He stressed his pledge to "do what he says," while criticizing opponent Shen Boyang for empty slogans.

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Begins at 12 noon
- Greeted citizens with the same opening 4 years ago
- Raised from NT$20,000 to NT$40,000
- 市民正向評價近9成
- Reduced the traffic accident rate by 12%

## 紙風車屏東團 New Play "Ah-hou Luo-di Sao 2" Invites Audiences to Watch Theater at Temple Squares

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:58:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610310084.aspx
- anchor: #n3672789
- Companies mentioned: 紙風車劇團、紙風車屏東團、中央社、屏東縣政府

The 紙風車劇團 Pingtung troupe has launched a new play, "Ah-hou Luo-di Sao 2." It will be staged on the 30th at Zhenxi Temple in Touqianxi, Pingtung City, and will then tour Haifeng Sanshan Guowang Temple, Mazu Temple Qingji Temple in Ligang Township, and Guilai Cital Temple. Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi said the county government has cooperated with Paper Windmill for 4 years, using local talent training and traditional performance formats to promote neighborly exchange and discuss social issues.

Facts:
- "Ah-hou Luo-di Sao 2"
- Performed on the 30th at Zhenxi Temple in Touqianxi, Pingtung City
- 4 years of cooperation
- Then to Guilai Cital Temple on Nov. 1

## Shen Boyang on Key Tasks If Elected: Replant Trees, Tackle Child Abuse and Improve School Lunches

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:56:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310083.aspx
- anchor: #n3672790
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨

民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋在選舉辯論會開場申論中提出上任100天重點工作，包括將樹種回來、解決兒虐問題及改善營養午餐，並強調市民主義與科技輔助市政。

Facts:
- The first 100 days in office
- Day 171 of the campaign
- 8 minutes for each side
- 2 media professionals
- 4 questions each
- Citizen hotline 1999

## Fire in Boiler Room at Hsinta Power Plant, No Injuries; 台電: Equipment Safe

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:54:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610310082.aspx
- anchor: #n3672725
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台電、高雄市政府消防局

A fire broke out in the boiler room of a gas-fired unit at the Hsinta Power Plant in Kaohsiung. The blaze was extinguished after firefighters responded, with no casualties. 台電 said the equipment is safe and is investigating the cause of the incident.

Facts:
- 16 vehicles dispatched
- 40 people went to fight the fire
- Extinguished at around 12:24 p.m.

## Wu Hsiu-hua Pledges to Continue Slow Economy; Chen Ying Invites 農業部 to Survey Crop Damage

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:51:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310081.aspx
- anchor: #n3672726
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部

Kuomintang Taitung County magistrate candidate Wu Hsiu-hua sang on stage with incumbent magistrate Rao Ching-ling and pledged to carry on promoting a slow economy. Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Ying invited 農業部 to survey avocado and passion fruit damage caused by Typhoon Chan-hom, and demanded faster recognition of the losses.

Facts:
- Avocado cultivation area in Beinan Township is about 70 hectares
- Passion fruit cultivation area in Taitung City is about 5.13 hectares
- 農業部 also announced cash relief for natural disasters on the 26th

## Protests Meet Halloween: France Deploys 70,000 Police to Guard Against Renewed Riots

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:50:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310080.aspx
- anchor: #n3672727
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、法國國際廣播電台、RFI

To guard against protest riots that could recur during Halloween, France has mobilized about 70,000 police officers on high alert and closed some metro stations. Far-right leader Le Pen leads in polls, and President Macron said the country's turmoil is not a normal state.

Facts:
- 70,000 security police officers
- 3rd consecutive weekend
- Only 6 months left
- More than 40 metro stations

## US Midterms Heat Up: Trump Cancels Rallies in 2 States, Then Resumes

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:46:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310079.aspx
- anchor: #n3672723
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社

As the US midterm elections reach a fever pitch, President Trump resumed his schedule after canceling two rallies in Kansas and Iowa. He insisted the Republican Party has a chance to succeed and attacked Democratic candidates, while reiterating his pledge to give US$5,000 to every adult citizen if Republicans keep control of Congress.

Facts:
- Distribute US$5,000
- Trump, now 80 years old

## Japan's Foreign Minister Meets Russian Foreign Minister, Demands Release of Detained Japanese Journalist

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:46:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310078.aspx
- anchor: #n3672724
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、俄羅斯國際傳真社

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi met Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov on the sidelines of the G20 meeting, demanding the immediate release of detained Japanese journalist Yuki Imai and urging Russia to help bring about peace in Ukraine.

Facts:
- Group of 20 (G20)
- 1 Japanese citizen

## Xizhi Village Chief Candidate Suspected of Vote-Buying Through Banquet; Prosecutors Set Bail at NT$300,000

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:34:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610310077.aspx
- anchor: #n3672719
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、士林地檢署、法務部調查局、新北市警察局汐止分局

A village chief candidate surnamed Chuang in Xizhi District, New Taipei City, is suspected of hosting voters at a banquet and giving out gift boxes, violating the Public Officials Election and Recall Act. After searching and seizing evidence, 士林地檢署 ordered bail of NT$300,000.

Facts:
- Ordered Chuang to post bail of NT$300,000
- Banquet with 4 tables
- 17 people, including the village chief candidate surnamed Chuang, were notified to appear for questioning

## 鴻海 亞灣超算: Operating an AIDC, Power and Supply Chain Management Are Key

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:26:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610310076.aspx
- anchor: #n3672623
- Companies mentioned: 鴻海、亞灣超算、Visionbay.ai、輝達、NVIDIA

亞灣超算 CEO Yao Yen-tsung, of 鴻海, said at HHTD 26 that power and supply chain management are key when operating an AIDC. Recent deployments use liquid cooling to improve power efficiency and adopt an 800V HVDC architecture to reduce losses. 亞灣超算's first 5MW AI cluster is now online and in commercial operation.

Facts:
- 5MW AI cluster
- 超過9成使用率
- 800V HVDC

## Thailand Readies Middle East Evacuation Plan; National Security Council Assesses US-Iran Conflict Risk

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:23:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310075.aspx
- anchor: #n3672574
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、曼谷郵報、Bangkok Post、民族報、The Nation

The Thai government has prepared a Middle East evacuation plan, and its National Security Council is assessing the risk of a US-Iran conflict and drawing up contingency measures.

Facts:
- At least 72 hours
- Nov. 4
- The 29th
- The 30th
- The 31st

## Debate Kicks Off: Shen Boyang Brings Daughter's Hair Tie as Lucky Charm, Chiang Wan-an Back in Good Health and Full of Energy

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:22:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310074.aspx
- anchor: #n3672575
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、TVBS、三立電視台

The 2026 Taipei mayoral election debate was co-hosted by TVBS and 三立電視台. Shen Boyang brought his daughter's hair tie as a lucky charm and had friends and family cheering him on, while Chiang Wan-an said he has recovered well and attended the debate full of energy.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Begins at 12 noon at the TVBS building
- Arrived at the venue at around 11 a.m., one after the other
- Fell asleep at around 1 a.m. today
- These 4 years of achievements

## 美科技股重挫台積電ADR跌近6% 法人：台股下週開盤恐承壓

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:19:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610310073.aspx
- anchor: #n3672571
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、英特爾、Meta、Alphabet、亞馬遜、微軟、台達電、聯電、聯發科、Anthropic、輝達、超微、Marvell、高通、晟碟、博通、SK海力士、美光

受美科技股重挫及AI投資變現疑慮影響，台積電ADR下跌近6%，台股加權指數跌破45000點大關，法人預期下週開盤承壓。

Facts:
- 台積電ADR挫跌5.95%
- 英特爾暴跌3成
- Down 867 points to close at 44433
- Foreign investors' net short position in Taiwan index futures rose to 92,200 contracts
- NT$994.3 billion
- Sharp drop of 1156 points
- Down 572.25 points, or 1.09%
- Down 140.32 points, or 1.82%
- Down 747.72 points, or 2.86%
- Plunged 829.398 points, or 7.2%
- 英特爾（Intel）暴跌28.58%
- 輝達（NVIDIA）挫跌4.22%
- 超微（AMD）重挫10.88%
- 博通（Broadcom）跌5.48%
- 記憶體SK海力士美國存託股分（ADS）跌7.95%
- 美光（Micron）跌5.3%
- Down 1156.5 points
- The three major institutional investors combined net sold 139.844 billion

## Peng Chi-ming: Plan to be proposed in year 116, hoping to improve welfare for sanitation workers

- Published: 2026-10-31T13:18:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610310072.aspx
- anchor: #n3672572

Minister of Environment Peng Chi-ming said Taiwan cannot do without sanitation workers over the next 10 years. The government plans to propose a plan next year (year 116) to improve sanitation workers' welfare, pay and system.

Facts:
- Taiwan's next 10 years
- 500,000 volunteers