“Rich Melon Medium” debuts from the new tobacco style “ノルディックスピリット”
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Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) will launch “リッチメロン・ミディアム,” a new flavor of its refresh pouch product “ノルディックスピリット,” on Nov. 2, 2026, and will also begin carrying its 3 existing varieties at select stores.
Do about 30% of care workers’ working hours go to “tasks that can be handled by people without professional qualifications”? タイミー and ベネッセキャリオス conduct survey on working conditions in care settings
[SBI Securities] Seminar on automated futures and options trading using Claude × API
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株式会社SBI証券 plans to hold a web seminar on automated futures and options trading using the generative AI tool “Claude” on Oct. 30, 2026, and launch an API connection with the external tool “Executo” on the same day.
Naturally enhance the look of your eyes※1; shape lashes into an upward, glossy curl※1. Mascara “Nake Totonoe Mascara,” 1 shade, 5 g, ¥1,540 (tax included). On sale Nov. 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
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株式会社伊勢半 will launch “ネイク ととのえマスカラ,” a mascara containing eyelash-serum ingredients, from its co-developed brand “nake” with 株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー on Nov. 11, 2026.
Facts
More than 3,600 drugstores and dispensing pharmacies nationwide
[大丸心斎橋店] Nov. 1 marks its “300th birthday”! “300 Festival,” the finale of its 300th-anniversary celebrations, features a store-original merry-go-round, special events marking the milestone, and limited-edition products
A monthly ABEMA live special featuring Kentaro Kumagai, Shohei Komatsu, Junta Terashima, Shugo Nakamura, Toshinari Fukamachi, and other members of “GOALOUS5” will stream live and free exclusively from 9 p.m. on Oct. 22 (Thursday)!
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ABEMA will exclusively stream live and free “GOALOUS5 Voice Blessing Live Broadcast 2026” #9, a live special featuring the 5-member male voice actor group “GOALOUS5,” from 9 p.m. on Oct. 22 (Thursday), 2026.
Facts
Oct. 22, 2026
9 p.m.
Group of 5
Companies mentioned：株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、AbemaTV, Inc.
[JPI Seminar] 赤坂熱供給（株）: “What it means to implement GX: Challenges of introducing green hydrogen in district heating and issues in commercializing it,” held Nov. 9 (Monday)
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The Japan Planning Institute will hold a seminar on the challenges of introducing green hydrogen in district heating and issues in commercializing it on Nov. 9, 2026, with Morimasa Takagi of 赤坂熱供給 as the speaker.
[9 hours left] Up to 128GB memory × up to 126 TOPS: GMKtec “EVO Series” Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale
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Mini PC brand “GMKtec” will offer its flagship AI mini PCs, the “EVO Series” (EVO-X1, EVO-X1 Pro, EVO-X2, EVO-X3), during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, running from Oct. 16 to 19, 2026. Products suited to local LLMs and creative work, including models with up to 128GB of memory and AI performance of 126 TOPS, will be discounted.
Facts
Up to 126 TOPS of AI computing performance across the entire system
No batteries or wiring required! The eagerly awaited 7.5-inch model of “EZ Sign,” an e-paper display that can be updated with a smartphone, launches. Presales begin on Makuake on Oct. 19
Limited to the first 10 wedding venues: DRESSY CAFE NAGOYA, directly connected to Nagoya Station, reopens on Nov. 12! New promotional plan brings the appeal of wedding venues to customers
Survey on ingredients associated with health: More than 60% of respondents make a point of consuming ingredients for their health. Protein was cited by just under 30%, while lactic acid bacteria, vitamin C and calcium were each cited by just over 20%.
Celebrities including Elle Fanning, Colman Domingo and Clairo wear Valentino at the 6th Academy Academy Museum Gala
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On Oct. 17, 2026, Elle Fanning, Colman Domingo, Clairo, Kendall Jenner, Cailee Spaeny and others appeared wearing Valentino at the 6th Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles.
Kirifuda to speak at “Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn,” discussing stablecoin use and challenges in implementing crypto asset ETFs [Event report]
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Originalキリフダ株式会社は2026年10月5日、Pacific Meta Group主催の「Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn」に登壇し、ステーブルコインの活用と暗号資産ETFの実装課題を議論した。キリフダは基調講演でオンチェーン金融動向データベースのベータ版を発表した。
Facts
Includes 401 events
Capital: 165 million yen
Companies mentioned：キリフダ株式会社、Pacific Meta Group、au Coincheck Digital Assets株式会社、Japan Financial Elan Technologies株式会社、JPYC株式会社、フランクリン・テンプルトン・ジャパン株式会社、コインチェック株式会社、野村アセットマネジメント株式会社、ブラックロック
Electron beam (EB) technology supports advanced food packaging and environmental initiatives. IWASAKI to hold an Oct. 28 (Wed.) webinar on EB technology that contributes to food safety
[Tokyo Metropolitan Government Project] Trial introduction of Bloom Act Co., Ltd.'s presentation video service “SPOKES” in Hachioji City as part of the First Customer Alliance
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As part of the First Customer Alliance program operated by 合同会社デロイト トーマツ, presentation video service “SPOKES” from Ibaraki Prefecture startup Bloom Act will be introduced on a trial basis in Hachioji City.
株式会社イーコン・ジェノミクス launches preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) services for certified medical institutions
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株式会社イーコン・ジェノミクス launched preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) services for medical institutions certified by 日本産科婦人科学会 at its registered clinical laboratory on October 19, 2026.
Azbil Kimmon launches leak detection demonstration with 27 water utilities nationwide
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Azbil Kimmon has signed agreements with 27 water utilities nationwide and launched a leak detection demonstration using its cloud service and Kamstrup社's ultrasonic meter, the “flowIQ2200.”
“Pafema,” a matching platform specializing in event operations and in-store sales, undergoes major renewal
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株式会社パフェマ has completely revamped “Pafema,” a matching platform specializing in event operations and in-store sales, and launched it as a dedicated application. The introduction of self-promotion videos and a feature for copying past job listings aim to improve hiring efficiency and prevent mismatches.
Saitama Athletic Rehabilitation Study Group, sponsored by ストルツメディカル・ジャパン, holds a workshop on physical therapy for athletes.
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A workshop by the Saitama Athletic Rehabilitation Study Group, sponsored by ストルツメディカル・ジャパン, will be held. The practical session will teach physical therapy for athletes.
Facts
1987
Nov. 21, 2026
3,000 yen
4,000 yen
1,000 yen
Companies mentioned：ストルツメディカル・ジャパン株式会社、STORZ MEDICAL AG、STORZ MEDICAL Japan Co.,Ltd.
武道和良久 to perform a dedication demonstration at Kashihara Jingu Shrine in Nara on September 26
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特定非営利活動法人武道和良久 held a formal worship ceremony and dedication demonstration at Kashihara Jingu Shrine in Kashihara, Nara Prefecture, on September 26, 2026.
ドルビックスコンサルティング株式会社 has formulated a new vision, “To become a partner that realizes corporate growth and industrial transformation together by combining the business assets of a general trading company with consultants’ expertise,” setting out its direction to strengthen collaboration within and beyond the 丸紅グループ and enhance execution support.
Podcast “Late-Night Slot: The Voice-Over for Working Adults” to feature marriage counseling center representative Ryoko Nakamura discussing “Organizations and Ways of Life Through the Lens of Marriage”; episodes to be released sequentially from October 19, 2026
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株式会社百花事変 will begin releasing an episode on October 19, 2026, featuring Ryoko Nakamura, representative of the marriage counseling center 婚活サロン ロータスマリッジ, on its podcast “Late-Night Slot: The Voice-Over for Working Adults.”
AI claims-processing support SaaS “Reze” exhibits at the 2nd Medical DX EXPO [Tokyo] — Hundreds of visitors over 3 days, with AI claims calculation demo drawing strong interest
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株式会社mutex exhibited its AI claims-processing support SaaS “Reze” at the 2nd Medical DX EXPO [Tokyo], held at Makuhari Messe from October 7 to 9, 2026, attracting hundreds of visitors over 3 days.
Facts
Original2026年10月7日（水）〜9日（金）
Hundreds of healthcare institution representatives visited
Centralized management of fire information across multiple buildings, including universities, factories and commercial facilities
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ホーチキ株式会社 has added a new “Overview feature” to its disaster prevention cloud service “HCKaaS,” enabling centralized management of fire information across multiple buildings.
Joint development with Sofab社 (U.S.) of inkjet ETL ink for perovskite solar cells
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サカタインクス株式会社 announced that it is developing, jointly with Sofab Inks, Inc. of the U.S., ink for forming the electron transport layer (ETL) of perovskite solar cells using inkjet technology.
Facts
More than 20 countries and regions worldwide
Founded in 1896
October 21 and 22, 2026
Companies mentioned：サカタインクス株式会社、Sofab社、Sofab Inks, Inc.
From “learning about” paper recycling to “taking action”
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公益財団法人古紙再生促進センター held a “Paper Recycling Seminar” at the Seiryo Kaikan Hall on October 16, 2026, discussing ways to raise awareness from 3 perspectives: encouraging waste sorting through an economic lens, collaboration with local governments, and building a regional circular society.
Facts
More than 200 participants gathered at the venue
An analysis also showed that the amount collected increased by 9.5%
Through distribution to more than 1,700 municipalities nationwide and the free provision of awareness-raising materials
Accelerating DX at construction sites using IOWN(R) technology to enable remote construction management inside tunnels
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安藤ハザマ, NTT株式会社, and 1FINITY株式会 conducted a demonstration of a remote construction management platform using IOWN(R) technology at a mountain tunnel construction site, successfully achieving high-capacity, high-speed communications in the tunnel environment and remote confirmation of cracks measuring 0.2 mm. Verification is planned to continue toward practical operation from fiscal 2027 onward.
Facts
Long-distance communication over 1,000 km
15 cameras
Cracks 0.2 mm wide
From fiscal 2027 onward
1,100 m of optical fiber cable laid
Continuous operation for more than 24 hours
Jitter (variation in communication delay) of 100 nanoseconds or less
【Opening on 9/19】Turning children’s “I did it!” moments into confidence for the future. Fukuoka City’s Nishi Ward welcomes LUNA STUDIO, a gymnastics school where children can take on challenges such as backflips and full-scale air trampolines. We foster “success through challenge.”
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TPS株式会社 opened the Ikuroku-machi school of gymnastics school LUNA STUDIO in Fukuoka City’s Nishi Ward on September 19, 2026. The small-class school teaches advanced skills such as air trampoline and backflips, emphasizing reliability and peace of mind for parents.
T-Gaia to exhibit at “Japan IT Week Autumn 2026,” held October 21–23! Expanded display of “Marutto Jo-sys”
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株式会社ティーガイア will exhibit at “Japan IT Week Autumn 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from October 21–23, 2026, with a display of “Marutto Jo-sys” in a booth expanded to 1.5 times its previous area.
Facts
Booth area expanded to 1.5 times its previous size
【株式会社AN】Selling out every day since launch! 2 limited-time dishes combining autumn flavors with creative Okinawan cuisine, including “Whole Pumpkin Squid Ink Juicy,” now available
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BISTRO CHURA, a bistro in Shinjuku Sanchome operated by 株式会社AN, began serving 2 autumn-only creative Okinawan dishes on October 8, 2026, and they have sold out every day since.
DJ KOO comes to 京阪シティモール! Special DJ performance and talk event on Sunday, November 1
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FM大阪 will hold a special session for the SDD project featuring DJ KOO as a guest on the rooftop of 京阪シティモール on November 1, 2026. The event will raise awareness of the 20th anniversary of the campaign to eliminate drunk driving and the new “SDD BICYCLE” project, and introduce the Tokaido五十七次.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Original14:00から
Marking the 20th year of our activities
100 people will be invited
Companies mentioned：株式会社エフエム大阪、FM大阪、TRF、STARDUST REVUE、京阪ホールディングス、京阪シティモール、京阪電車、Osaka Metro
From dryness and roughness to a feeling of firmness. haru’s “Wrapping Butter Lip” cares for your lips as they are today with one easy application every day. New launch Monday, November 2
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株式会社nijito will launch “Wrapping Butter Lip,” a new product focused on lip concerns such as dryness, roughness and loss of firmness, in limited quantities starting November 2, 2026.
Facts
Available in limited quantities from Monday, November 2, 2026
・Size / price: 8g / ¥1,980 (tax included)
Products are currently available through e-commerce sites and approximately 5,000 stores nationwide
A long-selling product from a series that has surpassed 8 million bottles shipped to date (*8)
With “thank you” from our cast members, a wholehearted celebration of gratitude! The “Choshimaru Founding Festival” is here!
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株式会社銚子丸 will hold its Founding Festival from October 31 to November 29, 2026, at all locations nationwide, including すし銚子丸, with weekly half-price menu items and campaigns exclusively for app members.
Facts
From Saturday, October 31, 2026, through Sunday, November 29
November 2, “Choshimaru Day” (the founding date)
92 locations in Chiba, Tokyo, Saitama and Kanagawa
Capital: 100 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社銚子丸、すし銚子丸、銚子丸雅、江戸前すし百萬石、Standing 鮨 Bar Yasuke、鮨Yasuke、鮨Yasuke 潮彩
【Kaga Onsenkyo】From Ko-Kutani to the present: “Special Exhibition: The Four Seasons of Kutani Ware,” tracing more than 370 years of skill and beauty, to be held at 石川県九谷焼美術館
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石川県九谷焼美術館 will hold “The Four Seasons,” a special exhibition of Kutani ware, whose history spans more than 370 years from Ko-Kutani to the present. The first term runs from Reiwa 8, October 17, to Reiwa 9, January 17; the second term runs from Reiwa 9, January 23, to April 18.
A special Halloween with the MOFF cats! “MOFF Halloween2026” is underway from Saturday, October 17!
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株式会社MOFF will hold the Halloween-limited event “MOFF Halloween2026” from October 17 to 31, 2026, at its group locations nationwide and on its e-commerce site. The event will feature limited-time merchandise and latte art.
【New Launch】Achieve a salon-quality finish at home. The “miracle brush” nail brand はけまろ adds 9 new colors. Special 3-color set also available at a discount for the launch
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SEVEN BEAUTY株式会社 is launching 9 new colors from its at-home nail brand はけまろ and offering a 3-color set for a limited time exclusively through the official ララマル store.
Analysis of governments’ sustainable fisheries pledges released to coincide with the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17)
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MSC and WRI analyzed 812 national commitments on sustainable fisheries under the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) in conjunction with COP17, finding that few commitments included measurable indicators or deadlines and that economic factors were rarely mentioned.
Facts
The total reached 812 commitments.
60% included measurable indicators or deadlines.
27% directly referred to existing policies, legal documents or governance mechanisms.
Just 13% met both criteria.
In addition to commitments made by 73 coastal countries*
While 59% said governments are responsible for ocean conservation,
only 26% believed governments are contributing sufficiently to ocean conservation.
In Japan, the figures were 67%,
and 19%.
Just 10% of commitments mentioned the economy, markets or supply chains.
'Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation — Chronicle of Echoes': [Bewitching Rabbit Ears] Roxy makes a limited-time appearance! Plus, livestream program 'Kuroeko Information Bureau Vol.03' announced!
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In 'Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation — Chronicle of Echoes,' a pickup gacha featuring the limited-time ★5 character [Bewitching Rabbit Ears] Roxy will run from Oct. 20, 2026, and the official livestream program 'Kuroeko Information Bureau Vol.03' will air on Oct. 28 of the same year.
JEPLAN/BRING™ promotes clothing resource circulation at the Yokohama Marathon 2026
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株式会社JEPLAN will mark its 5th year as a sponsor of the Yokohama Marathon 2026, to be held on Oct. 25, 2026. It will promote resource circulation through the collection of warm clothing and other garments, the provision of T-shirts made with recycled polyester, and upcycling workshops.
[Yokohama Excellence] Design and sale of original uniforms supervised by OCEAN TOKYO confirmed, along with games in which they will be worn!!
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株式会社横浜エクセレンス announced the finalized design and start of preorders for original uniforms supervised by OCEAN TOKYO, which are scheduled to be worn in 4 games during the 2025-26 season.
[Fukuoka, Toho Village] THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA- begins taking reservations for glamping domes
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サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 has begun accepting reservations for glamping domes where guests can stay with their dogs at THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA- in Toho Village, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Hachioji City, Tokyo, begins using SPOKES, a service that turns presentation materials into videos. Aims to establish a system for communicating information effectively to residents and staff.
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Hachioji City, Tokyo, has begun using SPOKES, a service that turns presentation materials into videos, from 株式会社Bloom Act. The city aims to establish a system for communicating information to residents about administrative procedures and systems, while reducing staff workloads.
株式会社ビクセン will exhibit at the Japan Bird Festival 2026, to be held in Abiko, Chiba Prefecture, on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. It will display and sell the new Geoma Mini ED50 ZOOM and ATERA SCOPE ED HR20–42×58WP, and hold a smartphone photography experience.
Regarding the signing of a basic agreement with 株式会社Betimo on value co-creation through finance
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株式会社みんなの銀行 and 株式会社Betimo have signed a basic agreement to co-create value through finance and will begin considering the integration of financial functions and services from みんなの銀行, including an account transfer API, into Betimo's services.
New web service Entos, connecting apps across the ENSAPIA Group, launches today! A new experience that transcends content boundaries and brings people together through shared interests
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ENSAPIA Tokyo株式会社 launched “Beans,” a community service connecting services across its group, as the web communication service “Entos” on October 19, 2026. Using EMID, users can interact across 5 services, including the Pokecolo series and Livly Island.
JUN CLINIC Director Sugawara and NEO Skin Clinic 銀座 Director Morikawa present research findings at the 4th Japan Aesthetic Physicians Association
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Jun Sugawara, director of JUN CLINIC, which receives management support from SBCメディカルグループホールディングス, and Soichiro Morikawa, director of NEO Skin Clinic 銀座, presented research findings at the 4th Japan Aesthetic Physicians Association, held from October 3 to 4, 2026.
Facts
For 2 days from Saturday, October 3, 2026
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Companies mentioned：SBCメディカルグループホールディングス、SBC Medical Group Holdings Inc.、JUN CLINIC、NEO Skin Clinic 銀座
“ANA Pay,” where you can earn and use miles, surpasses 2 million members!
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ANA X株式会社 announced that the cumulative number of members of its smartphone payment service “ANA Pay” has surpassed 2 million. It has raised the maximum amount that can be added in miles and is running a giveaway campaign to mark the membership milestone.
Facts
Original200 万人
Approx. 5 times
For 4,000 people
Worth 500 yen
Companies mentioned：ANA X株式会社、ANA、Visa、株式会社NTTドコモ・フィナンシャルグループ、ANA Pocket、ANA Mall、ANAマイレージクラブ、Sony Bank WALLET
A relaxing space enveloped in the warmth of wood and the rich aroma of coffee: “Tully’s Coffee Roaster Sagamiono Chuo Park Store” wins the 2026 Good Design Award
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タリーズコーヒージャパン株式会社 announced that “Tully’s Coffee Roaster Sagamiono Chuo Park Store,” jointly produced with ナイス株式会社 and ナイスユニテック株式会社, has won both the “2026 Good Design Award” and the “Wood Design Award 2026.”
Takahiro Kishi, formerly of “A BATHING APE®️” and a driving force behind TSI’s e-commerce business, appointed HERALBONY’s new executive officer
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株式会社ヘラルボニー appointed Takahiro Kishi, head of its Retail Division, as an executive officer in September 2026. Drawing on his experience in e-commerce and digital marketing at A BATHING APE®️ and TSIホールディングス, Kishi will drive the growth of the “HERALBONY” brand.
Facts
September 2026
Around 60 brands
2025
More than 2,000 artworks
July 2024
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヘラルボニー、A BATHING APE®️、TSIホールディングス、株式会社NOWHERE、HERALBONY EUROPE
株式会社ゼロアクセル’s comparison media platform ココモーラ has added a new category to help users choose water dispensers. Rankings based on original research and reviews, along with an AI diagnosis feature, assess dispensers on 6 factors, including price and safety, to help users make the best choice. A review-posting campaign is also underway to mark the October launch of the My Page feature.
Facts
Water dispensers rated numerically from 6 perspectives
A total of 45 people will be selected by lottery to receive digital gift cards
【KNTV】In December, the Japanese fan meeting by D.O. (EXO) will be broadcast in Japan for the first time!
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株式会社SM ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN announced that its TV channel KNTV will air the first broadcast of EXO’s D.O.’s Japanese fan meeting in December, along with dramas including “Reverse,” “The Tyrant” and “江南Bサイド,” as well as variety programs such as “姉妹喫茶.”
Facts
In December
August 16, 2026
Dec. 27
December 26
December 6 and 13
Dec. 20
December 28
Dec. 7
Dec. 3
Since opening in 1996
Companies mentioned：株式会社SM ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN、KNTV、J HARMONY Co., Ltd.、Outrun Brothers Pictures、Disney、KT Studio Genie Co., Ltd.、Coupang Play、MBC、スカパー！、スカチャン1、J:COM、イッツコム、K-CAT、CNCi、ひかりTV
〈Official Report〉A look at the excitement and announcements from the “Utahime Dream” 3rd anniversary 5th live, held on 10/18 (Sun.)!
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株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント held the “Utahime Dream” 3rd anniversary 5th live at Toyosu PIT on October 18, 2026. The 11 main cast members performed, and announcements were made about a live event in 2027 and the 4th anniversary 6th live.
Facts
The 11 main cast members gathered in one place
At Toyosu PIT on Sunday, October 18, 2026
Live event and staged reading confirmed for April 2027
4th anniversary 6th live confirmed
After performing 21 songs from the opening
Companies mentioned：株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント、EARTH STAR Entertainment、コミック アース・スター、アース・スターノベル、アース・スター ルナ、アース・スター文庫
【Sint-Truiden】Announcement of a sponsorship agreement with プロバイドグループ株式会社
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STVV has signed a corporate sponsorship agreement with プロバイドグループ株式会社 for the 2026-2027 season.
Facts
2026-2027 season
Founded in 1924
November 2017
2018
5 pillars
2025-26 season
3rd place
43 points
22 wins, 5 draws, 13 losses
61 goals scored, 46 conceded
Goal difference: 15
Companies mentioned：シント＝トロイデンVV、STVV、プロバイドグループ株式会社、ハヤマキャピタルパートナーズ、Hayama Capital Partners株式会社、合同会社DMM.com、SLベンフィカ、アル・ラーヤンSC、V・ファーレン長崎、湘南ベルマーレ、サガン鳥栖、セレッソ大阪、鹿島アントラーズ、トッテナム・ホットスパーFC
【Direct salon staff booking app “minimo”】Tie-up with ABEMA’s “Today, I Fell in Love.”: A feature on “¥0 menus” offering great-value beauty services for students is now available on minimo
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株式会社MIXI has launched a tie-up between its beauty salon booking app minimo and ABEMA’s romance show “Today, I Fell in Love.” The collaboration includes a feature on “¥0 menus” for students, a web commercial and a campaign.
アパホテル株式会社 and 鳥貴族 are collaborating to sell 2 types of menu items made with “APA President Curry” at 鳥貴族 locations nationwide from November 1. The campaign will also offer hotel vouchers and discount coupons.
Facts
Limited to 100,000 servings of each item planned for sale
410 yen including tax
Currently operates 697 locations nationwide
99.3% of survey respondents said it was “delicious”
Original累計 1,500 万食を達成
367 domestically operated hotels under the company’s own brand
matsuri technologies株式会社 announced that it has joined 一般社団法人新経済連盟. The company operates and develops next-generation accommodation solutions designed for a society facing labor shortages in 2050.
The number of participants in “Score Improvement Marathon 2026 Halloween,” a TOEIC study event hosted by 株式会社アルク and Socra AI Inc., has surpassed 2,000. As of October 18, the cumulative number of answers submitted had reached approximately 123,000, and the team competition remains close.
Facts
More than 2,000 participants
Try a total of 300 questions for free
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
For 30 days, through Friday, October 30
Approximately 100,000 answers submitted in total!
The 3 teams have submitted a total of 123,811 answers
1st place: Ghost, 42,120 questions
2nd place: Witch, 41,966 questions
3rd place: Jack, 39,725 questions
Just 154 questions
More than 10 million learners worldwide
More than 450 million learning data points
Boasts a score prediction accuracy of 95%
Has received $175 million in investment
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルク、Socra AI Inc.、Riiid Inc.、ソフトバンク・ビジョン・ファンド2、CB Insights、AppTweak、App Store、GooglePlay Store
[ホテル オリエンタル エクスプレス 鹿児島天文館] Savor the rich aroma and flavor of Kagoshima-grown Chiran tea with the “Chiran Tea Mont Blanc”
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ホテル オリエンタル エクスプレス 鹿児島天文館 will begin serving the “Chiran Tea Mont Blanc,” made with Chiran tea from Kagoshima Prefecture, at its 13th-floor SOLID BAR on October 19, 2026.
[ホテルメトロポリタン] Shunka, the Shikisai Saryo restaurant, presents a blissful “Shikisai Course” showcasing the rich flavors of winter
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Shunka, the Shikisai Saryo restaurant at ホテルメトロポリタン, will begin serving its winter “Shikisai Course” on December 1, 2026. The course includes cod hot pot and sashimi of bluefin tuna and gomafugu pufferfish, among other dishes, and guests can choose from 5 main courses. Prices start at 7,800 yen, and the offering runs through January 15, 2027.
〈Event Report〉Sold out! 2 days packed with listeners gathering for popular programs’ stages at “TOKYO FM Listener Appreciation Festival at Shibuya Music Festival 2026”
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TOKYO FM held “TOKYO FM Listener Appreciation Festival at Shibuya Music Festival 2026” at the lawn plaza in Shibuya Municipal Miyashita Park on October 17 and 18, 2026, featuring live recordings of popular programs and talk sessions.
ZETA DIVISION Geekly scores 40 points for the third time this season! Results from “Street Fighter League: Japan 2026 Division S, Round 4”
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Results from “Street Fighter League: Japan 2026 Division S, Round 4.” ZETA DIVISION Geekly returned to the top of the standings with a straight-game victory, earning 40 points for the third time this season. FUKUSHIMA IBUSHIGIN and Crazy Raccoon also won.
Facts
For the third time this season
Earned 30 points
Won 3-2
Companies mentioned：株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM、ZETA DIVISION Geekly、FUKUSHIMA IBUSHIGIN、Crazy Raccoon、KADOKAWA FAV gaming、Saishunkan Sol 熊本、広島 TEAM iXA、Good 8 Squad、RIDDLE ORDER、REJECT、DetonatioN FocusMe、VARREL、名古屋NTPOJA、ぶいすぽっ！
Jade, salt, hot springs, sakura shrimp… Set off by bicycle to seek the “treasures” of 4 prefectures. “Golden KAIDO Cycle Rogaining” is underway! Free entry; just use your smartphone
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The Niigata Prefecture Tourism Association is hosting “Golden KAIDO Cycle Rogaining,” a smartphone app-based treasure hunt that uses the approximately 550-km Golden KAIDO Cycle Route linking the 4 central Japan prefectures of Niigata, Nagano, Yamanashi and Shizuoka. Participation is free, and advance registration is not required.
Facts
Approximately 550 km
4 prefectures
The time limit is 12 hours from the start operation
“We Are Here”—A work born in Yokohama, accompanied by its story.
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合同会社エレクトリックレディ collaborated with 一般社団法人ヨコハマフォント on the “Yokohama Font Pop-Up Shop,” currently being held at 横浜高島屋, handling the art direction and an interactive experience that lets visitors meet the people who created the works.
As part of the “Reiwa 8 fiscal year Okinawa Prefecture Investment Environment Promotion Project,” commissioned by 沖縄県, 株式会社アルファドライブ will hold the “Okinawa Prefecture Business Environment Briefing and Networking Event” in Tokyo on November 9, 2026. The seminar aims to encourage companies in the Tokyo metropolitan area to locate and invest in Okinawa by providing firsthand insights from the business leaders of ロート・F・沖縄 and HerLifeLab.
Facts
Capacity: 100 people
Business leaders from 2 companies based in Okinawa
Athlete Network Media & Publishing releases new novel “Office Romance”—love, identity, and cultural differences,
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Athlete Network Media & Publishing has announced the release of “Office Romance,” a new novel by former professional rugby player Zila Mbekela. The story follows a South African player’s journey of self-discovery through a career in Japan, adapting to a different culture, and romance.
Facts
Oct. 19, 2026
Companies mentioned：Athlete Network Media & Publishing、Athlete Network、Amazon
[2026 Holiday Collection] An exclusive collaboration collection with NYのメトロポリタン美術館. Enjoy art-inspired makeup.
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ボビイ ブラウン has launched its 2026 holiday collection, an exclusive collaboration with NYのメトロポリタン美術館. The collection features makeup items and gift sets with designs inspired by works of art, including eyeshadow palettes and blush.
Facts
Available in 8 exclusive shades
¥11,000, tax included
5,940 yen, including tax
7,480 yen, including tax
5,060 yen, tax included
6,050 yen, tax included
8,250 yen including tax
19,800 yen, tax included
8,580 yen, tax included
10,890 yen, tax included
16,500 yen, tax included
7,920 yen, tax included
9,350 yen including tax
13,200 yen including tax
Companies mentioned：ELCジャパン株式会社ボビイ ブラウン、ボビイ ブラウン、NYのメトロポリタン美術館、The Met
Daiwa House Industry announced that “DP-Lab KOBE,” a rental laboratory it developed in Kobe Medical Industry City, was completed on August 31, 2026, and that a completion ceremony was held on October 19.
Facts
Since May 2025
Completion scheduled for August 31, 2026
A completion ceremony was held today, October 19
Original約98㎡から最大約1,040㎡までの多様な区画
Original計6.88㎡
Up to 14 rooms
Original床荷重1t/㎡を確保しました
Social space (approximately 21 seats
Original約240㎡）や
An unmanned convenience store is planned to open during FY2027
Installed 149 kW of wall-mounted solar power generation
The UFO Festival will be held on October 31 in Iino, Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture, with approximately 5,000 attendees expected from Japan and abroad. The stage lineup includes Obata no Oniisan and Matenrou, and a talk event by Takeharu Mikami, director of the 国際未確認飛行物体（UFO）研究所, is also planned.
[Event Report] Bringing everyday vibrancy to disaster relief: Exploring regional revitalization and disaster preparedness through off-site construction with 鳥取県北栄町 and 山梨県丹波山村
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The 一般社団法人日本オフサイト建築協会 joined 鳥取県北栄町, 山梨県丹波山村, and 株式会社クリエイト礼文 at BOSAI KOKUTAI 2026 in Tottori to discuss the potential of off-site construction and a “phase-free recovery model” that combines everyday vibrancy with support during disasters.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Fewer than 500 people
3 homes to promote relocation
261 units of prefabricated emergency housing across 8 housing complexes
株式会社ギブリー announced its GDPR compliance policy for “Track,” its skills intelligence platform, for Europe. The initial scope covers Skill Hub, Track Test, and Track ID／Track Account, with measures planned to respond to requests to exercise data rights and establish operational systems.
[JPI Seminar] “Public-private financial sector initiatives to improve the sustainability of water and sewerage services” to be held November 9 (Mon.)
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株式会社日本計画研究所 will hold a seminar on public-private financial sector initiatives to improve the sustainability of water and sewerage services on November 9, featuring Yoshiyuki Kitamura of the Cabinet Secretariat’s “FY Reiwa 7 Public-Private Partnership Regional Financial Capacity Promotion Project” selection committee.
A hit on social media! The sequel to the introductory book on Cray-Pas drawing that anyone can master, “Delicious! Illustration Lessons: More Drawings in Cray-Pas,” is set for release from Nagaoka Shoten on November 10!
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株式会社永岡書店 will release “Delicious! Illustration Lessons: More Drawings in Cray-Pas,” the sequel to its introductory book on Cray-Pas drawing, on November 10, 2026. The first book received positive reviews on social media and ranked among the top sellers. A preview event hosted by 株式会社サクラクレパス will also be held.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
List price: ¥1,580
¥1,738 including tax
128 pages
More than 100,000 copies sold
A prize giveaway for ５ winners selected by lottery
Winner of both the Good Design Award and the Kids Design Award: “Minori Komachi,” a new kind of town development that uses “open spaces in the town” to address disparities in the living environment within a subdivision
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『みのりこまち』, a subdivision developed in Kasukabe, Saitama Prefecture, by 株式会社中央住宅 of ポラスグループ, has won both the Good Design Award and the Kids Design Award. It was recognized for addressing disparities in the living environment and fostering community.
Notice: “YOASOBI × Kyoto Station Building Collaboration Campaign”
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The Kyoto Station Building Group will run a collaboration campaign from October 24 to November 3, 2026, to mark YOASOBI’s concert. Customers who spend ¥1,500 or more at participating facilities will receive an original postcard, and a special photo spot will also be set up.