Oct 21, 2025 19:05:00

Headline news for October 21, 2025

As a new product in the high-performance compact keyboard 'Happy Hacking Keyboard' series, the 'HHKB Professional Classic Type-S' has been added to the Classic, a simple configuration model that only supports wired connections, and features a key structure with the same keystroke feel as the top model but excellent quietness. Sales began on October 21, 2025 at PFU Direct. According to PFU, the top model Type-S was originally popular in the Professional series for reasons such as quietness, but there were voices saying, 'It was too expensive to decide to purchase,' and 'I want the wired model Type-S,' so the product was commercialized. The price is 31,900 yen including tax.

PRESS RELEASE | HHKB Professional Classic Type-S Launches: Fast typing, quiet operation, and compatible with keymap change tools | PFU
https://www.pfu.ricoh.com/news/2025/news251021.html

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

I went to 'Local Character Expo in Hikone' where 220 characters including Hikonyan, Funassyi, Kumamon, and Bari-san gathered - GIGAZINE

Do Romania's 'living stones' really grow? - GIGAZINE

Microplastics found in 90% of salt brands worldwide - GIGAZINE

Changing diet doesn't diversify gut bacteria in adults - GIGAZINE

It turns out that the 'There are XX people viewing this now' claim on a travel booking site was a lie - GIGAZINE

'Unknown organ' discovered deep in human throat - GIGAZINE

Evidence of Viking settlement in North America 1,000 years ago found, about 500 years before Columbus's arrival - GIGAZINE

The coldest place in the universe, close to absolute zero, is created on Earth, setting a new record for the lowest temperature ever observed in a laboratory - GIGAZINE

A new method of processing wood that is 23 times harder than normal has been developed, making it possible to create a wooden knife that is three times sharper than a stainless steel knife - GIGAZINE

Microsoft misconfiguration exposes 2.4TB of confidential data, potentially affecting 65,000 companies in 111 countries - GIGAZINE

8 billion crabs disappeared from Alaskan waters in 3 years - what's the cause? - GIGAZINE

The 'Mona Lisa effect,' which makes us feel like our eyes are meeting from all directions, is beneficial for animal survival - GIGAZINE

A case is reported in which a single wolf became a 'savior' that revived the forest - GIGAZINE

An artist who put his manga into the public domain explains why he gave up the rights to his work - GIGAZINE

It turns out that scattering diamond particles into the atmosphere can cool the Earth, but it would cost about 2.6 quadrillion yen - GIGAZINE

An 'electronic tongue' that can distinguish the taste of food is developed - GIGAZINE

◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)

Replying to @KimJinHyuk
— Pisumi (@pea_bow) October 19, 2025

◆Science (science, learning, technology)
University of Tokyo issues first apology for collecting Aboriginal remains, establishes body to consider return, etc. | Mainichi Shimbun

Shimon Sakaguchi's Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine: Significance and Background, Current Opinion, Mieko Yoshikawa | NHK News | Commentary Room, Current Opinion, Mieko Yoshikawa

The pros and cons of working in the 'country of the Nobel Prize': The current state of the 'PhD' in Japan and the US | Katsu

◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, business)
[Breaking News] The Ishiba Cabinet resigns after 386 days in office, the 24th-highest number in postwar history. This paves the way for improvements to the treatment of SDF personnel and the establishment of a Disaster Prevention Agency. | TBS News DIG

[How will the 104th Prime Minister be selected?] https://t.co/yWSEkz5Tab

We have summarized the mechanisms for the Prime Minister nomination election. pic.twitter.com/f47ingk7EK
— Nikkei Online Edition (@nikkei) October 20, 2025

Voting begins in the House of Representatives for the Prime Minister nomination election

▼Watch the full video here : https://t.co/1cEzSefVoq

The Ishiba Cabinet resigns en masse after 386 days in office, the 24th longest in postwar history. The election for the new prime minister is currently underway. With the formation of a coalition government with LDP President Sanae Takaichi and the Japan Restoration Party, the first female prime minister may be born. #DietLiveCoverage pic.twitter.com/w1VJh5583h
— Niconico News (@nico_nico_news) October 21, 2025

Bear enters and exits through automatic doors at Yuzawa City Fire Department headquarters [Video] https://t.co/UgtNvGZrYz pic.twitter.com/7JOw6pYHIU
— Akita Sakigake Shimbun (@sakigake) October 20, 2025

◆ Lifestyle (life, living, health)
As a way to deal with dangerous people, you can repel them by taking dangerous actions that surpass their actions. 'They're afraid because they don't expect to be hit back.' 'You have to hit monsters with monsters.' - Togetter

My female colleague's catchphrase is 'Nyaa' and it's honestly annoying... → Is she actually from Tohoku? Sympathy for the Nyaa-Nya dialect gathers 'Even old men say Nyaa-Nya' 'There are times when it comes out spontaneously' - Togetter

The person I was handing over to in order to retire left his resignation letter on the desk and fled. 'I saw real sad news for the first time in a while.' - Togetter

This is a kids' umbrella, but isn't it revolutionary that there are no protrusions here? There's no need to worry about it getting stuck in your eyes or body, and I want all adult umbrellas to be like this too - Togetter

A popular public elementary school in Bunkyo Ward is experiencing class collapse in the first grade → Class collapse can occur in any place or area, and are there problems unique to urban centers? - Togetter

When I was smoking a cigarette at the smoking area in front of Tokushima Station, an old lady asked me, 'Where are you from? A foreigner?' I replied, 'A Japanese person from Saitama.' Then I got a surprising reaction - Togetter

The story that grooming your child's appearance and grooming may also be a way to protect your child: 'It's important to show that you are not a person who should be treated roughly.' - Togetter

Free Thai food at around 60 food stalls! We sneaked into the 'Todkathin Festival' hosted by a Thai temple in Narita - Shokuraku Web

Why are airplanes cheaper than bullet trains? Because they crash? → There seem to be various reasons. 'Airplanes are the least accident-prone vehicles in the world.' - Togetter

◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
McDonald's number tags, depending on the size of the store, have been improving with the adoption of technology. 'Is this the smoothest thing these days?' - Togetter

The audio work I created was reposted on bilibili without permission, so I commented, 'If you want to listen, you have to pay,' and received this reply - Togetter

Why did 'Magical Modification Night' become a show that was repeatedly turned down by companies? (Osamu Sakai) - Expert - Yahoo! News

Malware emerges that takes over users' cameras and secretly records them while they browse adult sites - Nikkei

Important Notice (Communication Outages, etc.): [Second Report] Difficulties with Some Docomo Services (As of October 21, 1:30 PM) | Announcements | NTT Docomo

Docomo communication outages make it difficult to use 'd Pay' and other services in some areas of eastern Japan | Mainichi Shimbun

Docomo's 'd Pay' service troubles resolved: 'It's not a cyber attack' | NHK News | Communications, IT & Internet

AI-powered summarization: What are the challenges of 'zero-click search'? Commentary by Kaori Iida | NHK News | Commentary by Kaori Iida, Commentary by the Commentary Committee

NTT Launches Further Evolved LLM tsuzumi 2: A High-Performance, High-Secure, Low-Cost, Domestically Developed LLM Supporting Digital Transformation in Japan | News Release | NTT

Toyota Developing 'Landhopper,' a Folding Electric Personal Mobility Vehicle That Can Also Be Installed on the New Land Cruiser FJ - Car Watch

'KB5070773' released to fix USB keyboard and mouse not working in WinRE - Window Forest

[Feature] A complete comparison of the iPhone 17 series and Air! The 16 series is also available. What are the differences in performance and camera image quality? - PC Watch

We have discovered defects in the manufacturing process of the battery cells for four of our mobile batteries and speakers. With the prevention of accidents and other incidents as our number one priority, we will be voluntarily recalling these products.

[Applicable products / Applicable sales period]...
— Anker Japan (@Anker_JP) October 21, 2025

*Only products that are determined to be eligible after entering their serial number in the online application form are eligible.
*There are similar products that are not subject to recall. Please check the online application form for details. pic.twitter.com/HAFb51ifEo
— Anker Japan (@Anker_JP) October 21, 2025

Experience the lightness of the FMV Note U! '#EkibenShopYourPC' event, where you can get discounts based on weight

NTT Launches Further Evolved LLM Tsuzumi 2 - A High-Performance, High-Secure, Low-Cost, Domestically Developed LLM to Support Digital Transformation in Japanese Companies

From a photo enthusiast app to a teen app: Instagram's 15th anniversary and where it is now - Impress Watch

You can also listen to the sound of a crystal radio at the special exhibition 'Behind the Broadcast: Communication' at KDDI MUSEUM - Mobile Watch

Xiaomi finally releases a small, high-end tablet! What's it like as a gaming tablet? - Mobile Watch

How to overcome the '95% of AI projects fail' barrier? Uber, the anime industry, and SoftBank's AI frontier [CEATEC 2025] - INTERNET Watch

TP-Link successfully completes first Wi-Fi 8 connection test

Experience the difficulties of raising a child with the 'Crying Baby' robot, a baby that has no power button and keeps crying until the robot stops working [CEATEC 2025] - INTERNET Watch

[Important] Notice and Apology for Order Suspension Due to Ransomware Infection (Updated October 21st) - Askul, Online Office Supplies Store

No need for a display! Install Proxmox VE via BMC on Mouse Computer's small server 'MousePro RV-X3S01' [Initial B] - INTERNET Watch

The World of Open Transponders - Exploring Technology and Operational Methods in the APN Testbed (Part 1) - NTT docomo Business Engineers' Blog

◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)

📽🍿 pic.twitter.com/viYJJ2yniv
— Bplay🐇 (@bongftah) October 20, 2025

Hello, this is Hard Off Ishinomaki store.
I bought some special items.
When I looked into why there was a mark,
This is a DSi LL that Nintendo donated to people living in evacuation shelters after the earthquake.

We're grateful for Nintendo's generosity. 🥲 #Nintendo #ThankYoupic.twitter.com /RsPOKZJXRw
— Hard Off Ishinomaki Store (@hard_ishinomaki) October 20, 2025

Bicycle pic.twitter.com/IR8TC9iL8E
— Sky 🦈 Asame 🦈 (@a_sa_me) October 20, 2025

'Theatrical Edition Compilation Jujutsu Kaisen Kaijutsu Ball and Ball' BD & DVD Bonus 'Juju Fest 2024' Digest Video - YouTube

'Isekai Quartet 3' Ending Theme (No Credits) | Season 3 to Start Broadcasting and Streaming on Monday, October 13, 2025! - YouTube

[Now showing as a huge hit!] Movie version 'Chainsaw Man Reze Arc' SCREENX promotional video - YouTube

TV anime 'The Daily Life of a 29-Year-Old Single Mid-Level Adventurer' PV 1st Edition - YouTube

TV anime 'The Easy Lord's Fun Territory Defense' 2nd PV | Broadcast and distribution begins in January 2026 - YouTube

'NINJA GAIDEN 4' Official Launch Trailer-YouTube

A partial video of the movie 'Toritsukare Otoko' featuring the song 'Giuseppe's Theme' has been released | Released on Friday, November 7th - YouTube

[Endless Scarlet] Venice Sightseeing Edition [Released November 21st] - YouTube

Broadcasting begins in April 2026! 'The Strongest Occupation Is Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (provisional) Apparently?' Animation PV - YouTube

'Magical Sisters Lullutto Lily' Pilot Film | TV Anime Broadcast Begins in April 2026 - YouTube

[Genshin Impact] Character Trailer Neferu (CV: Nana Mizuki) 'Shadow of the Snake' - YouTube

'Monster Hunter Wilds' Interaction Festival [Dream Light Ceremony] Introduction Video - YouTube

The Secret Story of the Copper Age Development [Minecraft Live September 2025] - YouTube

[Once Upon a Katamari Damacy] Wonderful song MV 'Yan Yan' by Daoko - YouTube

A tracing artist became a hot topic, but the student who drew a picture based on a photo he had taken was happy to have a polite exchange like a model beforehand - Togetter

The British Museum's reputation pic.twitter.com/JtXll91ym2
— Wakasato (@wakasato_) October 20, 2025

[Notice regarding the end of the 'Kizu Tomo' serialization and Cycomi's inappropriate response]

Regarding our work 'Kizu Tomo,' which has been on a long hiatus, we regret to inform you that we will be ending the serialization at this time.
We sincerely apologize for this sudden notice.

The reason is that due to unfair treatment by the editorial department, it has become impossible to continue writing. … pic.twitter.com/U3nXu4BbLJ
— Dam Hole (@01_0l) September 5, 2025

As a progress report, the editorial department has currently requested a settlement, and discussions are ongoing.
— Dam Hole (@01_0l) October 20, 2025

Regarding the continuation of 'Kizu Tomo,' at present I have no intention of writing a sequel in another medium or personally.

As I stated in my statement, even if I try to think about continuing 'Kizu Tomo,' I am currently in a state where I am mentally unstable, my tears won't stop, and my hands are shaking.
— Dam Hole (@01_0l) October 20, 2025

When the driver of a private taxi I took in Tokushima found out that I had come to Machi Asobi from Tokyo, he criticized me, saying, 'I hate to say it, but it's an otaku event, right? You're spending too much tax money.' I think this is wrong - Togetter

Memorial project for Nihon Falcom founder Masayuki Kato: Part 2. President Kondo, Yuzo Koshiro, and Hiroyuki Namba look back on their memories of Masayuki Kato. Video Game Storytellers: Part 43

◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
'Am I too long...?' Jockey Yutaka Take, who has become an elf who shows the shortness of human lifespan in the sports world, is funny. 'You're the one who's weird.' - Togetter

The more Shohei Otani performs, the more people who worry about the number of strokes in naming their children are saved. 'Everyone is silent, so it's very helpful' - Togetter

◆New products (clothing, food, housing)
Peyoung Hakata Tonkotsu Spicy Miso Yakisoba | Maruka Foods Co., Ltd.

Announcement of the new release of 'Hot Wonton Japanese Seafood Soy Sauce Flavor' | Toyo Suisan Co., Ltd.

Announcement of the new release of 'Dekamaru Potato Corn Salt Butter Flavor Ramen' | Toyo Suisan Co., Ltd.

Recommended for when you want to relieve stress! Enjoy the crispy crunch! New release of 'Raikusaiage Uma Shio Sauce Flavor' | Kameda Seika Co., Ltd.

Limited-time offer for Christmas! Luxurious 'Happy Turns Stollen Style' now available | Kameda Seika Co., Ltd.

Fukufuku Saisai Crab and Vermicelli Clay Pot Stew Flavor, New Release October 20, 2025 | Acecook Co., Ltd.