Oct 06, 2025 18:15:00

Headline news for October 6, 2025

Starbucks will kick off the Halloween season on October 10, 2025, with the launch of the new ' Acai Berry Frappuccino ' with a black cat motif. The chain will also launch the new ' Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea ' on the same day, as well as various merchandise with a black cat motif.

Starbucks' Halloween season has begun! This year, black cats are the star! Enjoy the crunchy texture and sweet and sour acai berry flavors in new beverages starting Friday, October 10th! | Starbucks Coffee Japan

https://www.starbucks.co.jp/press_release/pr2026-5633.php

A shadow creeping out of the darkness...

Introducing the new 'Acai Berry Frappuccino®' (also known as the Black Cat Frappuccino®) on Friday, October 10th!
Sweet and sour acai berry, crunchy crunch, and cat ear chocolate create a magical sparkle!

When you repost,
A black cat might quietly appear and reveal a secret image to you... 🐈‍⬛🐾 pic.twitter.com/ruh5t9h6eP
— Starbucks Coffee (@Starbucks_J) October 6, 2025

The Acai Berry Frappuccino is a drink that combines acai with raspberry, cassis, and blackberry flavors, topped with black crunch cream. The cream is topped with cat ear-shaped chocolate pieces and drizzled with a 'black chocolate sauce' developed to perfectly balance the richness of the cacao with the tartness of the mixed berries. The Acai Berry Frappuccino is only available in a tall size, and is priced at 717 yen (tax included) for takeout or 730 yen (tax included) if ordered in-store.

The Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea is a fruit tea that combines the sweet and sour taste of acai berries with the mellow astringency of black tea. The bottom of the cup has citrus pulp with an added yuzu scent, giving it a refreshing taste. Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea is 579 yen (tax included) for takeout, and 590 yen (tax included) for in-store consumption.

In addition, various goods will be available, including bottles and tumblers with a black cat motif.

By the way, the following article was published on the same day in the same month in the past.

Apple Watch suddenly overheats and explodes, Apple tries to silence users - GIGAZINE

A 30-year survey of data reveals that the most likely occupations for divorce are those with the same gender, with results showing the opposite - GIGAZINE

Tesla electric car roof blows off while driving, victim jokes to Elon Musk, 'Why didn't you say it was a convertible?' - GIGAZINE

It's amazing how the original Virtua Fighter's blocky polygons can be transformed into modern, realistic 3DCG with the image generation AI 'Stable Diffusion' - GIGAZINE

Advice on 'how to sleep' from a sleep research authority who asserts that 'sleeping less than 7 hours is likely to lead to early death' - GIGAZINE

The tallest tree in the Amazon is discovered, and scientists say it's so big they thought it was a sensor malfunction.

'Ultimate TKG' quick review that makes fluffy egg rice like a cloud in just 5 minutes, and it looks like this when you actually make it - GIGAZINE

Is umami seasoning really bad for your health? - GIGAZINE

The mechanism by which cats purr has finally been revealed - GIGAZINE

◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)

This shot is amazing because even a Cro-Magnon could look good. https://t.co/Pj4xhQaVhh pic.twitter.com/hBqvKz3Rhj
— Basin (@bon_chi33) October 5, 2025

[Good news] Facilier reunites with the cockroach for the first time in a year & a viewing party will begin with Alice, the Mad Hatter and Snow White pic.twitter.com/7wacQ4CGoB
— Algae (@mizukumo_D) September 19, 2025

◆Science (science, learning, technology)
Do mosquitoes like beer drinkers? Scientists investigate at festivals | National Geographic Japan

Iberian harvester ants reveal unusual survival strategy: queens produce two different species of offspring - CNN.co.jp

Successfully developed a ring-shaped wireless mouse that operates on very little power - Toward a controller that can be used semi-permanently and unobtrusively with AR glasses in everyday spaces -

Neuroscience explores the optimal timing for practicing English vocabulary: practicing before a conversation is effective for memory retention, while practicing after a conversation is effective for promoting communication | Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Tokyo

◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, and business)
Trains stop short of designated stop, Denentoshi Line reopens with no prospect of reopening: Asahi Shimbun

1.8 billion yen transaction 'all handled verbally, no notes' Shinjuku Ward's argument in Jingu Gaien redevelopment sparks distrust, residents file lawsuit: Tokyo Shimbun Digital

Two teenage girls die in subway surfing accident in New York station - CNN.co.jp

Takaichi tells reporters, 'Everyone, please take care of your work-life balance' | Mainichi Shimbun

[Breaking News] Takaichi Says She's Throwing Away Work-Life Balance | 47NEWS

[Video] Sanae Takaichi wins LDP presidential election with 185 votes, first woman to win, Shinjiro Koizumi wins with 156 votes - Sankei News

Sanae Takaichi becomes the new president of the Liberal Democratic Party, defeating Shinjiro Koizumi by 29 votes, becoming the first woman to hold the position | Mainichi Shimbun

Constitutional Democratic Party lawmaker Kiyomi Tsujimoto issues congratulatory statement to new LDP president Takaichi. Her attitude towards her polar opposite draws praise from opponents - Togetter

Minnade Oyasan's dividend delays increase: What is the reality of the 'Kitakyushu banana business'? 'Production cannot be confirmed'

Israel 'abuses Greta', Gaza aid crew member detained and deported testifies | Reuters

66% of people have high expectations for new LDP president Takaichi: JNN poll | TBS NEWS DIG

Trains stop short of designated stop, Denentoshi Line reopens with no prospect of reopening: Asahi Shimbun

When the train entered the storage line, a signal to prevent overrunning was activated, causing the train to stop short of the designated stopping point. The trainee driver released the brakes and tried to continue to the designated position, but received a 'protective radio' message informing those around him of an abnormality in order to avoid a collision, so he stopped the train.
The driver of the local train noticed the out-of-service train stopped in a different location and applied the emergency brakes, but it was too late and the train collided.

Okinawa's 'rental car bubble' bursts after a sudden crash in rental car sales | Transportation News

'Revival of old spiritualism': Lawyers for overwork victims protest Takaichi's 'workhorse' remarks | Mainichi Shimbun

Yen briefly falls to the 150 yen range against the dollar as Takaichi is elected as new governor | NHK News | Stock Prices, Exchange Rates, and Finance

Six people killed and injured in Nabari crash: seatbelts were worn 'on top' of passengers' seats to remove warning? The fasteners were fixed: Yomiuri Shimbun

With Takaichi as new president, the Democratic Party for the People becomes the first candidate in the coalition, while the Japan Innovation Party, which has been leaning towards Koizumi, retreats. [President Takaichi Sanae, LDP President][Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)][Democratic Party for the People][Japan Innovation Party]: Asahi Shimbun

Shunichi Suzuki to be appointed as LDP Secretary-General, Aso to be reappointed as Vice President - Proposal to appoint Minoru Kihara as Chief Cabinet Secretary: Jiji.com

China introduces new visa to attract skilled foreign workers, sparking complaints from young people (1/2) - CNN.co.jp

Coalition expansion leans toward Democratic Party for the People, policy affinity, Aso positive? - LDP President Takaichi: Jiji.com

Nikkei Stock Average Increases by Over 2,100 Yen, Reaches 47,000 Yen Level for the First Time - Nikkei

◆ Lifestyle (life, living, health)
When Ryuji talked about the bread he ate as a child at a drinking party, someone said, 'That's bread from one parent.' 'It was originally a self-deprecating joke, but it's not something you should say to someone carelessly.' - Togetter

←Last year today→

This is the same location as the Rikuu West Line. It reminds me that the train is finally coming. pic.twitter.com/Jcp7N18yCX
— Rokuichi (@east_japan) October 5, 2025

Leaders have a duty to get sleep - Hatena Kamozawa

Regarding the tightening of bicycle enforcement from next year, including a 3,000 yen fine for riding side by side, there are mixed opinions: 'It's only natural' and 'Just allow riding on the sidewalk' - Togetter [Togetter]

Early in the morning, the alarm went off due to a water leak from the ceiling of my rental property → I called the management company, but the upstairs resident was a germaphobe and refused to let me in. 'This is tough' - Togetter [Togatter]

A young child bursts into tears at the Eiken exam venue... Is it really necessary to force him to take the exam? Are they just trying to brag about passing the Eiken level in the XX grade? - Togetter

What I learned when I admitted a patient who said, 'I'm taking so many medicines but I can't sleep' to the hospital: 'It's not a lie.' - Togetter

There are only one or two long-distance trains a day that go beyond their normal operating route, and there's something about them that's just... so cool...
— Settsu Manju (@Isesakiuser) October 5, 2025

A train seat I was sitting in was a 'favorite seat for people with disabilities,' causing a commotion. Everyone was yelled at, cried at, and laughed at, all at the same time. 'I have no idea what the right answer is in situations like this.' - Togetter

People with developmental disorders and borderline intelligence are sometimes framed for crimes they didn't commit → Testimonials continue to emerge, and voices point out the existence of people who are weak at testifying - Togetter [Togatter]

I ordered some extra-spicy salted salmon 'Bodakko (super spicy)' and tested how much I could eat with a bowl of rice → Beautiful instant punchline: 'It was a little more than I expected...' - Togetter [Togatter]

◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
Over 95% of the work was implemented by LLMs. Introducing the AI-native development methodology that completed the 'Mirai Marumie Political Fund' in 45 days | Jun Ito

I want to write about 'what an amateur is posting' on the internet | Books&Apps

Easy video compression in your browser | gihyo.jp

'The book my kid borrowed from the library is amazing!' 'Data Literacy for Beginners' is a learning resource for identifying hidden tricks in numbers and graphs. It's easy to understand and extremely useful. - Togetter

◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)
Food strategist WhiteCUL Akira's Crispy and Fierce Battle! Riot breaks out at the Gindaco Highball Bar! - Niconico Video

There is no evidence that we are lobbying the Japanese government in any way regarding generative AI. Regardless of whether generative AI is used or not, we have a policy of taking appropriate action against anything that we determine to be infringing our IP.
— Nintendo Co., Ltd. (Corporate Public Relations/IR) (@NintendoCoLtd) October 5, 2025

Steam exclusive 'PICO PARK: Classic Edition (2016)' is free forever! https://t.co/MVs2BKQPeP

I tried updating it to make it paid again, but I forgot that once you change it from paid to free, you can never change it back to paid again!

If you enjoy this free version, try the rest of the series. It's weird that you can play with 10 people... pic.twitter.com/FyxKH2ttWD
— PICO PARK (@picoparkgame) October 5, 2025

Consideration of the Eguchi Hisashi Professor Issue from a Copyright Perspective (Kiyoshi Kurihara) - Expert - Yahoo! News

TV anime 'The Evil Lady and the Mad Blood Duke' non-credit opening video ┋AVAM 'Sugarly Story' - YouTube

TV anime 'The Evil Lady and the Mad Blood Duke' non-credit ending video ┋ Toki Junichi 'Hope Luminosity' - YouTube

'Narushio' Ver2.7PV丨Dawn Reflected in the Dark Tide - YouTube

Football Manager 26 | Tactical System Introduction Video - YouTube

Nintendo Live 2025 TOKYO DAY2 Digest Video-YouTube

Nintendo Live 2025 TOKYO DAY1 Digest Video-YouTube

FINAL FANTASY XIV ORCHESTRA CONCERT 2025 -Eorzean Symphony- Announcement PV - YouTube

[Once Upon a Katamari Damacy] Wonderful song MV 'Katamarionzadun' by Saki Hanaumi - YouTube

【notice】
A corps version will be released in the series that brings you 100 designs of characters from the anime 'Demon Slayer: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba'!

Following the 100 Pillar Scenes, an event titled '100 Soldier Scenes' will be held at ufotable-related stores.
The event starts on October 28th. … pic.twitter.com/Lad8deiOQw
— ufotable (@ufotable) October 6, 2025

🧙★★・‥────🧹 #WitchWatch
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2nd season production decided💕
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The design features Nico and Morihito in the center, with Kanshi, Keigo, and Miharu standing shoulder to shoulder with big smiles on their faces, and Nemu, Kara, Cook, Professor Masukuwa, and Chairman Kiyomiya all gathered together 🪄 https://t.co/fSB8fOeqca pic.twitter.com/IG99Gfj09J
— 'Witch Watch' TV Anime Official | Broadcast begins April 6, 2025 (@WITCHWATCHanime) October 5, 2025

Machi★Asobi Vol.29 Gourmet Hunt | Machi★Asobi NPO

It's just a picture diary

Let me hear your side's opinion...
I'll do my best... pic.twitter.com/vmQx8B0bPQ
— Striped cat 🐾3y (@ebinoosushi_da) October 3, 2025

◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
[From iRONNA] My Solution to the 'No Women Allowed' Rule in the Sumo Ring, by Fusae Ota (Page 1/3) - Sankei News

◆New products (clothing, food, shelter)
(PDF file) Full-scale sales of three 'nutritional fresh vegetables' will begin in October. New products will be released: 'High-sulforaphane broccoli,' 'High-quercetin purple onion,' and 'High-beta-carotene carrot.' As a 'vegetable company,' we are expanding our lineup of fresh vegetables with enhanced nutritional appeal.

'Sweet Butter & Cookies' | News Release | Haagen-Dazs Japan Haagen-Dazs

Last year's wildly popular floral-scented 'tea latte' is back this year in an even more gorgeous version. The Starbucks® Chilled Cup 'Earl Grey Blossom Tea Latte' will be available for a limited time from Tuesday, October 14th at 7-Eleven stores nationwide. A luxurious Earl Grey Tea Latte that blends the gorgeous aroma of lavender and other flowers and herbs with a gentle sweetness, perfect for autumn. | Starbucks Coffee Japan

A new sensation! Flip FamilyMart's popular bread over and you'll find it's a kouign amann!? 'Bread that's delicious on both sides' will be available from Tuesday, October 7th. The undersides of Danish melon bread, cheesecake Danish, and apple pie tart are crispy and caramelized!