Headline news for October 2, 2026
From October 7, 2026, Sushiro and Pompompurin will be collaborating on a campaign called 'Pom-ro at Sushiro.' During the campaign period, you can enjoy sushi with Pompompurin collaboration picks, sweets with collaboration stickers, soft drinks with collaboration mascots, and more.
'Sushiro x Pompompurin' Campaign Now On! Let's all enjoy sushi♪ | Sanrio
https://www.sanrio.co.jp/news/goods/pn-sushiro-20260924/
[Announcement] Sushiro x Pompompurin Collaboration 'Pom-Pom-Purin at Sushiro' Starting October 7th (Wed) | Recommended Items | Akindo Sushiro Co., Ltd.
https://www.akindo-sushiro.co.jp/campaign/detail.php?id=4450
Incidentally, on the same day of the same month in the past, we published the following article.
The MX Master 4, a significant improvement over its predecessor with haptic feedback and the Actions Ring, is now available for setup and use – a mouse that feels like a left-hand device - GIGAZINE
A comparison of battery life and charging time between the 'GoPro HERO13 Black' and the 'Osmo Action 5 Pro' revealed a huge difference - GIGAZINE
A man who continued to believe in local legends discovers 'vintage liquor submerged at the bottom of a lake' - GIGAZINE
10 Easy Ways to Prove the Earth is Round - GIGAZINE
Why do we feel the urge to go to the bathroom when we're nervous? - GIGAZINE
◆ Ideas (notes, miscellaneous things)
I wanted to use my sewing kit, so I opened the tin, but there were cookies inside!?!?
— Babao (@babao_fan) September 30, 2026
What is this!?!?
Bug!?!?!?!?!?! pic.twitter.com/GUnTBPArBJ
I asked Chappy to imagine a gross katsudon and he produced a surprisingly decent illustration, so I instructed him on how to create a gross katsudon . pic.twitter.com/kJKPbkz0Ij
— Saito (@013_uotias) October 1, 2026
~Complete~ https://t.co/Mc5nWt92s3 pic.twitter.com/2KwGWxldc7
— Saito (@013_uotias) October 1, 2026
I tried to recreate a meal that looks like it was generated by a really creepy AI - YouTube
◆Science (Science, Academics, Technology)
New species of copepod named 'Grandpa Beard' discovered on NHK's nature program 'Darwin Comes!' | NHK News | Science, Kanagawa Prefecture
'Grandpa with a Beard' becomes the name of a new species! - Announcement from 'Darwin's Coming!' - Darwin's Coming! - NHK
Hokkaido University aims to normalize its organization by abolishing 'internal standards' in its 'exile room' | Mainichi Shimbun
A Peruvian tomb chamber that escaped looting may be the tomb of a priest from a mysterious kingdom that fought against the Incas | National Geographic Japan website
Like a jackhammer, two new species nominated for 'world's loudest bird' title, according to US team's research (1/2) - CNN.co.jp
[Please stop this immediately!] Extremely serious acts of environmental destruction have been confirmed at the nationally designated natural monument 'Ashige Marshland' | Toyohashi City Press Release
Serious changes in the Earth's oceans: Scientists issue their 'most serious warning ever' (1/2) - CNN.co.jp
Japan ranks 12th globally in technological innovation, with Switzerland leading the UN index | NEWSjp
◆Society, Politics, and Economy (Events, World News, Business)
Notice of Removal of Public Telephones | Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation
JERA collaborates with Dell UK to build large-scale AI data center in Chiba | Reuters
Unemployment rate in August was 2.5%, 0.1 percentage points worse than the previous month, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications | NHK News | Statistics and Indicators, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Work and Working Styles
Consumer Price Index in Tokyo's 23 Wards Rises 2.7% Year-on-Year in September | NHK News | Consumer Price Index, Statistics & Indicators, Tokyo Metropolitan Government
A 'hospitality-like' residents' briefing at a data center planned for construction in Tsukuba, featuring crab, roast beef, and other 'course meals': Tokyo Shimbun Digital
[Exclusive] China mentions preparations for military intervention in Umbrella Protests: Classified document reveals Hong Kong under 'one country, two systems' | 47NEWS
'I had a dream in which I was told that Japan is being looked down upon by China,' former Ground Self-Defense Force officer largely admits to charges at first trial, including intrusion into the Chinese embassy with a knife. Tokyo District Court | TBS NEWS DIG
Russian military launches large-scale attack on Ukrainian energy facilities ahead of harsh winter (6 photos) International News: AFPBB News
Former executive of SoftBank subsidiary arrested for allegedly embezzling 170 million yen | NHK News | Crimes and Accidents
British Prime Minister says 'strong indications' of Iranian involvement in 'terrorist preparations' at Royal Air Force base. (4 photos) International News: AFPBB News
Gasoline car market share falls below 50% for the first time in global sales from January to June; EV demand recovers due to high crude oil prices - Nikkei
A male police officer in his teens and a female police officer in her 20s were disciplined for engaging in sexual activity inside a police facility; both resigned. - Sankei News, Nara
Defense team reports 'failed execution' of female death row inmate in Tennessee, USA (2 photos) International News: AFPBB News
Toys'R'Us Japan Co., Ltd. | Bankruptcy Report | Teikoku Databank, Ltd. [TDB]
Agriculture Minister Yanagi: 'I will refrain from answering questions about matters that occurred before I took office.' Reports of his statement about 'significant budget cuts' [Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, President of the Liberal Democratic Party]: Asahi Shimbun
The 1% food consumption tax is 'temporary': Bill outline revealed, limited to two years | 47NEWS
Former Russian chess world champion, now an opposition figure, warned of 'life-threatening danger' by US security authorities (Photo 1) International News: AFPBB News
Court reportedly used adhesive tape on a T-shirt worn by spectator Hakamada; protests called it 'illegal': Asahi Shimbun
Allegations of assault against Myanmar workers at agricultural corporation in Kyogoku Town, Hokkaido; corporation admits to some acts of violence during collective bargaining (HTB Hokkaido News)
Prime Minister Takaichi says that failing to lower prices due to the consumption tax cut 'will affect the reputation of the stores' | Mainichi Shimbun
'Illegal' mosque ordered to be removed and cease operations; owner and user identified in Kawagoe City [Saitama Prefecture] [Foreigners]: Asahi Shimbun
Renesas, a semiconductor company where over 60% of employees are over 50, is accelerating its insidious restructuring by sending employees to its in-house 'Silver Staffing Center' (SSC): MyNewsJapan
Aomori Michinoku Bank, Iwate Bank, and Akita Bank to hold merger talks | NHK News | Mergers and acquisitions, Aomori Prefecture, Iwate Prefecture
Agriculture Minister Yanagi's remarks about 'cutting local budgets' spark regret and surprise among mayors and officials | Mainichi Shimbun
US death row inmate survives two lethal injections during execution, taken to hospital - BBC News
[Exclusive Article #8] Ground Self-Defense Force Thought Investigation Problem: Ministry of Defense Refuses to Answer Question Regarding the Existence of Documents, Does Not Declare Documents 'Non-existent' in Response to Disclosure Request from Male Lawyer | Kumamoto Nichinichi Shimbun
U.S. Defense Secretary Hegcess announces creation of 'autonomous combat forces' within the military, drawing lessons from the Ukraine war - CNN.co.jp
Trump urged Xi to 'have a dialogue with Prime Minister Takaichi'... He also said 'the Prime Minister is a strong leader' at the US-China summit in September: Yomiuri Shimbun
Aomori Michinoku, Iwate, and Akita regional banks to begin merger talks; if realized, would become the largest in Tohoku: Asahi Shimbun
Draft requirements for a 'secondary capital' revealed: Must have a population of 1.2% or more of the national population; Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka meet the requirements | NHK News | Tokyo Metropolitan Area Earthquake
The requirements include that the city must account for more than 1.2% of the total population nationwide. According to government officials, only four cities—Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka—will meet all the requirements.
Unlicensed mosque in Kawagoe ordered to be demolished by the city; Pakistani man who used the building says, 'If the city demolishes it, I'll pay for it.' 'Immigrants' and Japanese - Sankei News
Agriculture Minister Yana reportedly made 'major budget cuts' in an audio recording; the remarks were made at a meeting in May regarding local municipalities that did not support him in the House of Representatives election | TBS NEWS DIG
Putin: 'Russia will not take anything from anyone, will not steal anything, and will not nationalize anything.' (12 photos) International News: AFPBB News
Trump unable to fire Seattle federal prosecutor after one hour in office; judge blocks the move - CNN.co.jp
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare urges government-wide refrain from wearing 'Red Feather' campaign following unaccounted-for funds issue in Hokkaido (Published October 1, 2026) | NTV NEWS NNN
Nikkei average closes more than 2,200 yen higher, approaching the 69,000 yen level (Published October 1, 2026) | NTV NEWS NNN
President Putin: Japan and Russia will build a mutually beneficial relationship after overcoming difficulties | NHK News | Russia, Ukraine situation, Northern Territories
China makes unusual move by referring to Prime Minister Takaichi without using the title 'Prime Minister of Japan,' clearly showing hostility - Nikkei
South Korea vehemently opposes Ukraine's announcement of prisoner transfer, warning of 'further measures' if Ukraine continues to refuse to apologize (2 photos) International News: AFPBB News
Agriculture Minister Yanagi repeatedly declines to comment on reports of road budget cuts in local areas that did not receive election support - Sankei News
Ramen chain Sugakiya acquires Dom Dom Burger, strengthening collaboration with an eye on expanding into the Kanto region - Nikkei
'Further measures will be taken if they do not apologize,' South Korean President condemns Ukraine | Mainichi Shimbun
Israel approaches European far-right party, including one founded by former Nazis (7 photos) - International News: AFPBB News
◆Lifestyle (Life, Living, Health)
It seems to be Narita City, Chiba Prefecture.
— 🇯Izumi Sunagawa🎌 (@Izumi_Sunagawa) September 30, 2026
The way they're closing off roads that are flooded and undergoing drainage work is terrible.
If this were a motorcycle, your head would be chopped off.
In the past, several riders have died after getting their necks caught in ropes.
They should use signs or cones, or at the very least, cover it with a plastic bag.
This is no different from attempted murder. … pic.twitter.com/QBxsMamhH6
The location has been confirmed.
— Shingo Amamiya, Chiba Prefectural Assembly Member (representing Narita City) (@shingo_amamiya) October 1, 2026
Let me state upfront that Narita City will absolutely never implement such a lockdown.
Following that, our staff will now head to the site to address the situation.
I will post an update here once I'm finished. https://t.co/rhzkECCbq9
[We have confirmed the facts.]
— Shingo Amamiya, Chiba Prefectural Assembly Member (representing Narita City) (@shingo_amamiya) October 1, 2026
In a flooded area where Narita City had put up a rope to prohibit entry, someone cut the rope, allowing a vehicle to enter and become stranded, prompting a 110 emergency call.
A police car was immediately dispatched, and after coordinating with the operator, it was decided that the ropes would be re-strung as a safety measure. ... https://t.co/M2lp16CeTy
I laughed when I saw this utterly evil, fabricated manga report (and it was drawn by someone other than the person in question) . pic.twitter.com/pgAywAWjmV
— Nedokoro Mitsuki (@takasinanana) October 1, 2026
A student returned a book that had been registered as lost at the school library after two years, saying, 'I found it at home!' Thank you! You're so honest and admirable! I hope good things happen to you! - Togetter
I'm truly sorry for being so insensitive, but I'm saying that I enjoyed the self-isolation period during the COVID-19 pandemic and was grateful for the time when staying indoors was socially accepted → Mixed reactions, was it the best for introverts? - Togetter
Great deals for the year-end and New Year holidays! Announcement regarding the 'EX Early Bird ☆ Limited Time Sale!': JR West
◆IT & Gadgets (Internet, Software, Hardware, Mobile)
Osaka Metropolitan University suffers large-scale system failure, classes cancelled all day, some application documents unavailable... affiliated hospital unaffected - Sankei News
To all students and faculty members: Currently, a large-scale failure is occurring in the university's core systems, making various systems unavailable.
— Osaka Metropolitan University (@OsakaMetUniv) October 1, 2026
Therefore, all classes today, October 2nd (Friday), are cancelled.
For the time being, information regarding future responses and recovery status will be posted below. Please check back regularly.
OMU Entrance: https://t.co/7TEyE7urdp
Largest data center in Japan to be built on the site of a thermal power plant in Chiba | NHK News | Resources & Energy, Business & Management, Chiba Prefecture
Japan's largest data center to begin operations around 2028 in Chiba - JERA and others: Jiji.com
[Sagawa Express] | Regarding Unauthorized Access to the 'Package Inquiry Service' (First Report)
People fainted after seeing the editing screen of the 'final touches' posted by the TV Tokyo producer of 'Can I Charge My Battery, Tetsuro Degawa?' - Togetter
Unauthorized access to Japan Atomic Energy Agency leads to leak of researchers' personal information | NEWSjp
US government's new AI chatbot gives answers that contradict Trump's claims, then immediately restricts some questions. (Photo 1) International News: AFPBB News
5 Steps to Leveraging AI for Business Improvement – Requirements Definition Using Service Design #AIAgent - Qiita
Is it okay to issue a warning just because someone is 'creepy'? — On police warnings via social media | Kyosuke Kagami
SoftBank Communications' 20-Year Journey and AI-RAN: Infrastructure Construction and Next-Generation Strategies Over Frequency Constraints - Keitai Watch
Blog posts I refer to at key points in my work - Fukushima
How did the slang term 'Dopagaki' spread? An analysis of 900,000 X-related posts reveals it was originally an inside joke: Asahi Shimbun
Regarding the sending of suspicious emails due to unauthorized use of our email server
Hatena Anonymous Diary is now available from Claude - Hatena Lab Developer Blog
A class-action lawsuit is underway over the Times Car data leak, with nearly 3,000 people registered. We spoke to the lawyer who initiated the movement: 'This is not a matter that can be settled with just an apology.' - ITmedia NEWS
[Please share] Class action lawsuit regarding leaked information from Times Car (car rental service).
— yuki.makino/Lawyer Yuki Makino (@yukimakino2023) September 29, 2026
We are considering a class-action lawsuit regarding the leak of personal information (including images of driver's licenses) of approximately 6.6 million people at Times Car.
This offer is for current and former Times Car members. Even if you have canceled your membership, you are still eligible.
Registration takes only a few seconds. Start here: https://t.co/UQCeQddK1E … pic.twitter.com/A7XkMtXYLj
'freee-mcp' now supports 'freee Business Outsourcing Management,' which centralizes the management of contracts, orders, invoices, and payments with contractors | Press Release | corp.freee.co.jp
◆Anime, Games, and Manga (Subculture)
[Machi★Asobi vol.31] 'Gourmet Hunt' to enjoy the flavors of Tokushima will be held!
— Machi★Asobi (@machiasobi) October 1, 2026
This time, we've specially selected shops that carry Tokushima's local specialties!
Customers who order a designated menu item at participating stores will receive an original character introduction card.
This time, each store will have two cards! … pic.twitter.com/nf022LOQbs
[Machi★Asobi MAP Revealed]
— Machi★Asobi (@machiasobi) October 1, 2026
At Machi★Asobi vol.31
The 'Vacant Store Location Map' for Poppo Street, Higashi-Shinmachi Shopping Street, and Amico Building has been released!!
Last time, the vacant shops in the Amico Building were only on the 4th floor, but this time they've expanded to the 5th floor!
We're bringing you the largest number of vacant storefronts ever!!... pic.twitter.com/4kSAi3yXIE
Deadpool: Samurai
— Sanshiro Kasama (@kasama346) October 1, 2026
The sales period has ended, and all sales have concluded!
This literally means,
This manga has become something that will be remembered, not just recorded!
Thank you so much for reading!
Strong horsepower - Nico Nico Douga
I thought that the case of Shihei Hayashi was a transition from Phase B to Phase C in the diagram (I'm not saying this is true, even Kaitani doesn't know). If this diagram is correct, it's a happy outcome for the author. The publisher doesn't suffer much loss either. If it were me, I would choose Phase C. pic.twitter.com/iQxyRhcEz6
— Shinobu Kaitani @ Kamonegi Vol. 15 & Liar Game Vol. 20 simultaneously released in October! (@mangakap) October 1, 2026
Happy Birthday on October 1st! 🎂✨
— Minori Suzuki (@minoringo_staff) September 30, 2026
I will continue to challenge myself relentlessly, striving to be the best actress I can be in response to every project I encounter with my full-throttle performance 🔥
Also, I'm planning to do a live stream tonight at 8 PM! pic.twitter.com/QZEWqMTV5i
That's not okay. pic.twitter.com/ELXKAsHEXe
— FuyuWasure (@FuyuWasure) September 30, 2026
Yusei Matsui has obtained ancient documents related to 'The Young Lord Who's Good at Running Away'!!
[Teaser PV] Anime 'Megane, Tokidoki, Yankee-kun' to air in April 2027! - YouTube
[10.2 ON AIR] The Apothecary Diaries Season 3, First Cour Non-Credit Opening | Yorushika 'Kumo wo Nuke Kazeshita e Watashi Dake' - YouTube
TV Anime 'Tempal ~The Power of Items~' Character PV [Isabel] CV. Yurika Hirayama - YouTube
TV Anime 'From Afar' Character PV | Noriko Tachiki - YouTube
TV Anime 'FX Fighter Kurumi-chan' Non-Credit Opening | Song: Kurumi Fukuga (CV: Aina Suzuki) [Broadcast begins October 1, 2026!] FX Fighter Kurumi-chan Opening Movie - YouTube
'Amore' Anime Music Video 'Unfinished' - ReoNa × TV Anime 'I Want to Fall in Love Until You Die' - - YouTube
'Breath of Fire' Character PV ⑤ MM ver | Airing nationwide on Fuji TV's 'Noitamina' from January 2015 - YouTube
🍁🍠Aniplex Fall Anime 2026 TV Series Lineup🍠🍁 - YouTube
TV Anime 'Ice Castle' Season 2 Non-Credit Ending Video | Superfly 'Hanakage' - YouTube
'My Happy Marriage' Special Episode Main PV [All 3 episodes airing/streaming on October 25, 2026 (Sun)] - YouTube
'The Banished Reincarnated Heavy Knight Unleashes His Unrivaled Power with Game Knowledge' Season 2 Non-Credit Opening Video - YouTube
'The Banished Reincarnated Heavy Knight Unleashes His Unrivaled Power with Game Knowledge' Season 2 Non-Credit Ending Video - YouTube
TV Anime 'Kagura Bachi' Azami Soshiro (CV: Nakamura Yuichi) Character PV - YouTube
Dynasty Warriors 2 with Xtreme Legends Remastered Launch Trailer - YouTube
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Accolade Trailer - YouTube
'Kunio-kun's Survivors of the Dead' Title Introduction Trailer - YouTube
Now on sale: Cozy survival game 'Outbound' Wildlife Update Trailer - YouTube
Train Sim World® 7 - Tadami Line - Launch Trailer | PS5® - YouTube
Fortnite Fortnitemares 2026 | Gameplay Trailer - YouTube
YAR: Forgotten Throne - Release Date Announcement Trailer - YouTube
Signal Veil Official Trailer | PS5® - YouTube
The Boba Teashop - Refill Official Trailer | PS5® - YouTube
'BrokenLore: MIKI-CHAN' Official Trailer | PS5® - YouTube
Street Fighter 6 Character Guide | Arjun - YouTube
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascension - TGS 2026 Special Video - YouTube
'Waiting in Vain Osaka' follows the theme of waiting in vain and tells a proper story in order from 1 to 5. Amazing. #AzumangaDaioh https://t.co/9YUrgvfa3O pic.twitter.com/pUD6TII8FX
— nino- various preparations in progress (@ninouchiirazu) October 1, 2026
DualSense® Wireless Controller “LISA” Limited Edition Released - YouTube
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Triforce Medley (Orchestral Video Version) - YouTube
[Genshin Impact] Story Movie 'Yan Returns' - YouTube
◆Sports, Entertainment, Music, and Film (Entertainment)
Idol makes a spectacular slip on the stage pic.twitter.com/SayvkfysUY
— Tsumugi Wakana @UtaGe! (@UtaGe_wakana) October 1, 2026
[Full Article] Shiro Ito Announces Retirement on His 90th Birthday Next Year: 70 Years in the Entertainment Industry... 'Rapidly Declining' Radio Program to End in June Next Year - Sponichi Annex Entertainment
[Q&A] 'If you ask whether it's black or white, it's white,' says Hiroshima Carp General Manager Suzuki. 'The sooner the better,' he adds. 'To what extent will we truly take responsibility?' Four players, including Kozono, to be released from their contracts. [Full Interview] | TBS NEWS DIG
[Graduation Announcement]
— Tomoka Igari 🌻 (@igari_tomoka3) October 1, 2026
I will be graduating from Kamen Joshi next spring.
As announced during the live stream, I will discuss this again at the SL Theater performance on October 20th (Tuesday).
I want to make lots of fun memories until the very end. 😌
Thank you! https://t.co/Q4MaMpEPLK pic.twitter.com/fD7Wr6bUNP
To everyone who has been supporting us.
— Faylan (@faylan_faylan) September 30, 2026
To all those who have supported us.
Please take a moment to read this. pic.twitter.com/DNPQYQkQnG
◆New products (clothing, food, housing)
Expanding the range of tonal variations and enabling a wider range of musical expression, Yamaha releases digital saxophones 'YDS-152' and 'YDS-122' - News Release - Yamaha Corporation
New product launching October 5th: Chi-bo's Drinking Yogurt - Creamy Protein
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