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Bakidou Channel to Change Ending Song by Late Shinpeita Due to YouTube Music ID Issues
On October 29, the YouTube channel "Bakidou Channel [Gunpii]," boasting 2.05 million subscribers, announced on X that it would be changing its ending sequence starting in November. The ending song, a beloved fi...
ASUS to Launch Wi-Fi 8 Router "ROG Rapture GT-BN98," Claims Up to 34% Reduction in Game Communication Latency
Oct 29, 2026
instax SQUARE 2 Changes Photo Atmosphere with Two Mood Filters, Launches November 13
Oct 29, 2026
Give Your Apple Watch an Elegant Makeover! 8 Stainless Steel Bands Starting from 3,280 Yen
Oct 28, 2026
ASUS to Launch Wi-Fi 8 Router "ROG Rapture GT-BN98," Claims Up to 34% Reduction in Game Communication Latency
ASUS Japan will launch the "ROG Rapture GT BN98," a gaming router compatible with the next generation wireless standard Wi Fi 8, from its Republi...
instax SQUARE 2 Changes Photo Atmosphere with Two Mood Filters, Launches November 13
Fujifilm announced on October 27 that its square format analog instant camera, the "instax SQUARE 2," and the square format film "SOFT HAZE" will...
Give Your Apple Watch an Elegant Makeover! 8 Stainless Steel Bands Starting from 3,280 Yen
Elecom launched eight new stainless steel bands for Apple Watch in mid October. The lineup consists of a total of eight products: six Milanese lo...
Full-Cover Apple Watch Cases Offering All-Around Protection, Including Impact-Resistant and Waterproof Models, Start from ¥1,980
Elecom launched a series of full cover cases for Apple Watch in mid October. In addition to offering protection against scratches, impacts, and d...
Nijisanji's Ars Almal Apologizes, Admits to 'Careless Reporting' During Game Streams
VTuber Ars Almal apologized on X on October 27 for inappropriate expressions and actions, as well as remarks lacking respect for others, made dur...
“Pokémon UNITE” Service to End: Sudden Announcement Sparks Cries of “Tell Me It’s a Lie,” “My Youth…”
The official website for the game “Pokémon UNITE” announced on October 27 that the service will terminate on March 23, 2027, at 9:00 AM JST. Both...
Free Uploader 'uploader.jp' to Cease Operations, Users Lament 'History Will Disappear'
The free uploader rental service "uploader.jp" announced on October 23 that it will terminate its service on November 25. All data, including upl...
ASUS ROG Launches 56g, 8,000Hz Mouse and TMR Controller on October 30th
ASUS Japan has announced the lightweight gaming mouse "ROG Gladius IV Ace" and the PC controller "ROG Raikiri II Pro" from its gaming brand ROG. ...
SteelSeries Unveils "Sensei Pro" and "Rival Pro" 8K Wireless Mice Featuring UWB
SteelSeries, the gaming device brand under the GN Group, has announced its new wireless gaming mice, "Sensei Pro" and "Rival Pro." They are sched...
SORACOM IoT Store Launches Leakage Monitoring Package: Asahi Kogyo Electric's "Rosui Mihariban" Now Available
Soracom will begin offering integrated IoT package solutions, from devices to applications, at the SORACOM IoT Store starting October 22. The fir...
MSI Launches "MAG 275CQDF X24" Curved Gaming Monitor with up to 400Hz Support on October 29
MSI Computer Japan will begin sales of its new gaming monitor, the "MAG 275CQDF X24," from October 29. The price is expected to be around 41,600 ...
One Monitor, Both 4K/240Hz and FHD/480Hz! ASUS Unveils Two New 'ROG Swift OLED' Monitors
ASUS Japan is set to sequentially release two new 4K OLED gaming monitors from its Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand: the "ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM" ...
Key's Popular Creator Jun Maeda Diagnosed with Throat Cancer, Opts for Palliative Care; Production Status of "Heaven Burns Red" Also Explained
Visual Arts announced on October 19th that their affiliated creator, Jun Maeda, has been diagnosed with throat cancer and has chosen to undergo t...
Geo Halts Services Due to Unauthorized Access; Stores Advise Ponta Card Use
Geo announced on October 17th that it confirmed unauthorized third party access to its systems on October 15th and has initiated maintenance to p...
The 'MEET RECORDS, MEET DENON.' Event, Offering a Record Experience, Kicks Off This Weekend in Omotesando!
Denon will hold the pop up event "MEET RECORDS, MEET DENON." for two days on October 17th and 18th at LIGHT BOX ATELIER in Omotesando. Admission ...
ASUS Launches Two OLED Gaming Monitors: Featuring 4K/240Hz & FHD/480Hz Switching, and QHD/240Hz
ASUS JAPAN will sequentially launch two new gaming monitors from its Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand, starting October 16th, at electronics retail...
Shoma Uno Asks Unexpected Question to New Sponsor Cygames: 'Laughed the Most This Year,' 'It's a Perpetual Motion Machine'
Game company Cygames announced on October 2nd that it has become a support company for the ice dance team formed by figure skaters Marin Honda an...
Bring 'Puyo Puyo' to Elderly Care Recreation! 'Puyo Puyo Trainer' Service, Priced at ¥3,300/Month, Now Available
Elecom, in collaboration with Entacare Lab, GLOE, and Shochiku Broadcasting, through the "Puyo Puyo Trainer Production Committee" they establishe...
MSI Launches Campaign: Get Up to 30,000 Yen in Rewards with Eligible Graphics Card Purchases! Limited to First 100 Applicants
MSI Computer Japan will launch the "Play More, Get More: Choose Your Reward Campaign" starting October 1st, targeting purchasers of eligible MSI ...
PayPay Offers Up to 1000 Points for Users Aged 12-25 with Identity Verification
From October 1st to 31st, PayPay will run a campaign targeting users aged 12 25, titled "Get Up to 1000 Points When Users Aged 12 25 Complete Ide...
Elecom Launches Cases and Protective Films for Apple Watch Series 12 / Ultra 4
Elecom is set to sequentially release a range of cases and protective films compatible with the newly announced Apple Watch Series 12 (46mm/42mm)...
Red Switch or Silent Red Switch? Elecom's New 'Leggero' Mechanical Keyboard Offers Both!
Elecom will release four new wired mechanical keyboards from its 'Leggero' series in early October. These models feature USB A to USB Type C cabl...
Compatible with Switch 2, PS5, and PC! Elecom Launches ~174g Wireless Gaming Headset
Elecom will release the wireless gaming headset "HS GH60OBK" in late September. This headset features an ultra lightweight design weighing approx...
povo's Surprise 5-Yen Topping: 0.5GB for 24 Hours as Part of 5th Anniversary Campaign
On September 29, KDDI, Okinawa Cellular, and KDDI Digital Life announced a campaign commemorating the 5th anniversary of the "povo2.0" service la...
Balmuda's Toaster Finally Reaches Approximately ¥40,000, Adds Sourdough Support
Balmuda announced on September 29 the full renewal and release of its flagship toaster product, "BALMUDA The Toaster," and its high end model, "B...
Docomo to Host Private Night Event at Popular USJ Areas, Including Super Nintendo World
NTT Docomo announced on September 28 the "Let's Go with d Payment/d Card! Universal Studios Japan 25th Anniversary Partial Area Private Event Inv...
Finally... Docomo's 'ahamo' Plan Sees Price Hike! 40GB Now ¥3,135/Month, a ¥165 Increase, Moving to a Three-Tier System with 60GB/120GB Options
NTT Docomo has announced a renewal of its online only plan, 'ahamo.' It will now feature a three tier system of 40GB, 60GB, and 120GB. The 40GB t...
MSI "MAG 271KPD7" Launches October 1st, Features 5K/WQHD & 300Hz Switching for Approximately 99,000 Yen
MSI Computer Japan will begin selling its new gaming monitor, the "MAG 271KPD7," from October 1st. Priced at around 98,800 yen, this model featur...
