3 free checklists for M&A, business succession and digital transformation in the industrial waste disposal industry released: 110 items covering industry-specific issues, including permit transfers and administrative penalties | 株式会社Canopus
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株式会社Canopus has released 3 free Excel checklists covering M&A, business succession and digital transformation for the industrial waste disposal industry, and launched a page introducing related support services.
“Iroha & Kaede” wrapped train to enter service on September 29!
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全国健康保険協会広島支部 will launch a wrap advertisement on Hiroshima Electric Railway trams from September 29, Reiwa 8, to raise awareness and increase health checkup participation rates.
Among people who made their own wedding paper goods, 63.4% have had to reprint or remake them. The average additional cost was ¥50,853.
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株式会社ParaLux launched “BraPla Paper Items,” a new service offering wedding paper goods that can be edited online and are professionally printed, on October 20, 2026. In a survey of 500 men and women aged 20–39 who had made their own paper goods within the past 5 years, 63.4% had experienced reprinting, at an average additional cost of ¥50,853. The main reasons for reprinting involved the print quality rather than the design. The company aims to address this issue with a service that provides professional-quality printing without requiring specialized knowledge.
Facts
For 78.5% of reprints, the reason was print quality rather than design
Survey of 500 men and women aged 20–39 who had made their own paper goods
GOOSEC, which detects “external communications” that can lead to information leaks from websites, launches a ¥2,980 monthly Lite plan and a free plugin for WordPress
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GIV株式会社 has launched a ¥2,980 monthly Lite plan and a free plugin for WordPress for GOOSEC, a security monitoring service that detects external communications that can lead to information leaks from websites.
Facts
2,980 yen per month
More than 1 million cases of personal information leaks
4th Drone Programming and Piloting Competition “Drokatsu” to be held in eastern and western Japan in December 2026; national competition planned for Osaka in February 2027
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一般社団法人日本ドロカツ協会 will hold the 4th Drone Programming and Piloting Competition “Drokatsu” in eastern Japan (The University of Electro-Communications) and western Japan (ATC Hall) in December 2026, with a national competition planned for Osaka in February 2027.
Facts
Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026
Sunday, Dec. 20
Original2027年2月27日（土）・28日（日）
Original1チーム15,000円
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本ドロカツ協会、国立大学法人 電気通信大学、CoDrone EDU
株式会社Curentiora established; launches “Small Business AI Research Institute,” a nationwide, on-site AI support brand for small and medium-sized businesses
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株式会社Curentiora was established on September 6, 2026, and has launched “Small Business AI Research Institute,” a nationwide, on-site AI support brand for small and medium-sized businesses. The company provides end-to-end support, including on-site AI training, business improvement consulting and AI agent development.
Disaster preparedness map app “KAKUNIN MAP” launches on iOS and Android
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ウェーブオン株式会社 launched the free disaster preparedness app “KAKUNIN MAP” on iOS and Android on October 19, 2026. The app lets users check elevation differences from their current location, projected flood inundation zones and evacuation sites on a single map.
一般社団法人日本バイオハッキング協会 established and launches, leveraging its international network to support operation of Kobe’s pop-up city
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一般社団法人日本バイオハッキング協会 was established on September 14, 2026, to strengthen international collaboration in wellness and longevity. It is particularly involved in supporting the operation of “Mirai Tech City 2026” in Kobe and promoting collaboration between Japan and other countries through international events such as the HOLOLIFE Summit.
Facts
Sept. 14, 2026
From October 1 through 31, 2026
October 17 and 18
October 24 and 25
Oct. 26
November 14 and 15, 2026
10 countries
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本バイオハッキング協会、Japan Biohacking Association、HOLOLIFE Center Japan、HOLOLIFE Summit OÜ、未来テック・シティ実行委員会、NPO法人レッドボックスジャパン、Scrum Inc. Japan、UFC
23.5% of employees with “no training or learning opportunities” are already job hunting: survey on employee development of 300 full-time employees
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KeySession, operated by 株式会社東邦メディアプランニング, surveyed 300 full-time employees on employee development. Among employees with no training or learning opportunities, 23.5% were job hunting. A substantial gap was found between employees who rated all 4 aspects of their development environment positively, whose intention to change jobs was 8.1%, and those who rated them negatively, at 56.9%.
BELLOWL and LobbyAI enter business partnership, jointly developing solutions for businesses and local governments using consumer research and administrative and policy information
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株式会社BELLOWL and LobbyAI have formed a business partnership and will jointly develop solutions for businesses and local governments combining consumer research with administrative and policy information.
Facts
Consumer research involving approximately 2,000 people annually
NEWTRON, a drink supporting exam candidates, is dedicated to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine with prayers for success. Sampling of a total of 3,000 bottles will take place over 2 days in front of the Ema Hall.
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NEWTRON, a focus drink offered by 株式会社And The, dedicated its product during the special grand festival praying for exam success at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, and sampled a total of 3,000 bottles over 2 days in front of the Ema Hall.
Now offering “DX Begins! for the Construction Industry,” an e-learning course for all employees to learn the fundamentals and overall picture of DX
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株式会社NTT HumanEX began offering “DX Begins! for the Construction Industry,” an e-learning course for all employees in the construction industry to learn the fundamentals and overall picture of DX, on October 7, 2026.
Can dishwashing detergent remove grease from ventilation fans? Detergent manufacturer brand DoiiLA publishes test results
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日本メカケミカル株式会社’s brand DoiiLA published the results of a comparison test of grease removal from ventilation fans using dishwashing detergent and its grease-specific cleaner, Shiny Cleaner.
Facts
Test date: September 16, 2026
Compared after leaving for 10 minutes and rinsing
Compared cleaning results after scrubbing 30 times with a sponge
[Taking part in a local event!] N_（エヌアンダーバー）パーソナルジム＆ストア Nakano to serve acai bowls and protein smoothies! “Baba Fest! Everyone’s Wellness Day 2026”
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N_（エヌアンダーバー）パーソナルジム＆ストア, operated by 株式会社FaRM, took part in “Baba Fest! Everyone’s Wellness Day 2026,” held at Tokyo Metropolitan Toyama Park on October 12, 2026, serving acai bowls and protein smoothies that sold out.
LobbyAI and BELLOWL form business partnership, jointly developing solutions for businesses and local governments
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LobbyAI株式会社 and BELLOWL have formed a business partnership and will jointly develop 2 solutions for businesses and local governments by combining public information analysis technology with consumer research expertise.
“Disaster Preparedness CAMP with Dogs” event report: Learning about pet disaster preparedness in a fun way
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日本ペットフード株式会社 sponsored “Disaster Preparedness CAMP with Dogs,” a pet disaster preparedness event hosted by NPO法人ワンワンパーティクラブ at 静岡県動物愛護センター「しっぽのバトン」 on October 11–12, 2026. The 30 participating groups raised their disaster preparedness awareness through activities including setting up tents, sampling emergency food, and first-aid training.
Your favorite vessel becomes an aroma candle. “サラサラリ,” a candle that lights when you pour in smooth wax, goes on sale November 9 from a long-established candle maker in Kurashiki.
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ペガサスキャンドル株式会社, a long-established candle maker in Kurashiki, will release “サラサラリ,” a snow aroma candle that you light by pouring wax into a vessel of your choice, under its “offti” brand on November 9, 2026.
A practical knowledge community event exclusively for HR professionals: HR Award 2026 Award-Winning Companies’ Practices Sharing Session and Discussion
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The HR Award 2026 Award-Winning Companies’ Practices Sharing Session and Discussion, a community event exclusively for HR professionals, will be hosted by 株式会社地域創生Coデザイン研究所. The 11 companies recognized in the HR Award 2026 will share case studies and exchange views.
Data Breach White Paper | Latest Trends and Case Studies from 125 Incidents in the Past 2 Months [October 2026 Edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released the October 2026 edition of its Data Breach White Paper for free. It compiles 125 domestic incidents from the past 2 months and shows that 95.2% stemmed from malware infections or unauthorized access. According to 東京商工リサーチ, 10 large-scale data leaks involving listed companies and others were confirmed in 2026, an increase from the previous year.
DroR releases yasashii.org, a “plain Japanese” library for administrative procedures and disaster preparedness: 30 documents under CC BY 4.0
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株式会社DroR released “yasashii.org,” a library providing administrative procedures and disaster preparedness information in “plain Japanese,” on July 29, 2026. The 30 documents were created in line with guidelines from the Immigration Services Agency and the Agency for Cultural Affairs and are available under the CC BY 4.0 license.
Facts
Released on July 29, 2026
19 administrative procedures
10 disaster preparedness and emergency documents
85 explanatory terms in total
Average sentence length: 15.8–21.7 characters
The proportion of Sino-Japanese vocabulary was 14.0–30.2%.
CCIエンタベース × ビクターエンタテインメント establish “iijii records,” a regional music label specializing in local communities
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CCIエンタベース and ビクターエンタテインメント have established “iijii records,” a regional music label based in Kanazawa. 北國銀行 is also participating as a core partner, with KEYTALK’s 小野武正 serving as general producer. Musicians and logo designs are being sought.
Facts
Second city
Original今年5月
Dec. 20, 2026
Age 22 and under
Prize money of 100,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社CCIエンタベース、ビクターエンタテインメント株式会社、CCIグループ、北國銀行、KEYTALK、Alaska Jam
“Only the shine on your lips has faded”? Try this! Restore them in one swipe to plump, sticker-like lips! A limited-edition “gloss revival gloss” that brings back the shine and adds more is here!
School management system “Schola Plus” wins “Leader” in the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall
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VISH Co.’s school management system “Schola Plus” won the top “Leader” award in the membership management system category of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.
Senior attitudes survey: Are “shopping refugees” a problem only in rural areas? The realities of seniors’ transportation options and shrinking living areas in an era of driver’s license returns
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A survey of seniors conducted by コスモヘルス株式会社 found that cars overwhelmingly dominate grocery trips, accounting for more than 80%, and that respondents were cautious about returning their driver’s licenses. The biggest concern was “rising prices,” while the use of shopping services remains at an early stage.
Facts
“Car” (82.5%)
“Cooking at home” (96.6%)
“Rising prices” (91.6%)
“Every day” (54.1%)
“No plans to return my license due to my living environment and other circumstances” (42.4%)
ヴィラージュ京都 is finally complete after a 2-year renovation, becoming a Kyoto-inspired travel base that engages all five senses.
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ヴィラージュ京都, a hotel operated by 住友不動産ヴィラフォンテーヌ株式会社, completed a full-property renovation in September 2026, following work that began in 2025, and reopened as an experiential hotel where guests can enjoy Kyoto culture through all five senses.
Facts
79 rooms
September 2026
Since opening in 2008
Began in 2025
43-square-meter rooms that can accommodate up to 6 guests
Survey on monthly spending and spending habits for dogs and cats: conducted by ペットメディカルサポート株式会社, provider of “PS Insurance”
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A survey conducted by ペットメディカルサポート株式会社 found that 53.9% of dog owners spend ¥10,000 or more per month on their pets, while a higher proportion of cat owners spend less than ¥10,000. “Food and treats” was the top spending category for both, reflecting a tendency to prioritize spending on health and safety.
美楽温泉 SPA-HERBS, operated by 株式会社BEST HERBS, will hold a limited-edition “SPA-HERBS Year-End Appreciation Festival” on November 26 to mark “Good Bath Day.” The program includes sauna events, a weekly rotating bath, and a restaurant fair. The facility has ranked No. 1 overall nationwide in the ニフティ温泉 annual rankings for 6 consecutive years.
Christmas dinners at 4 restaurants in Sapporo and Asahikawa; 2 locations that are not usually open for regular service will also open specially on December 24 and 25 only
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株式会社あいプラン will offer special Christmas dinners for 2026 at 4 restaurants in Sapporo and Asahikawa. Two locations that are not usually open for regular service will also open specially on December 24 and 25, serving special menus created by each restaurant’s chef.
Facts
4 restaurants
Christmas 2026
Dec. 24 (Thu.) and 25 (Fri.)
¥11,000 course
¥13,200 course
Adults: ¥8,800
¥19,800 “Ultimate Culinary Selection: A Feast of Fine Ingredients”
New employee cafeteria opens as a “workplace dining” space to encourage communication
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株式会社オカムラ opened “Shallwe,” an employee cafeteria designed to encourage interaction across departments and floors, in September 2026 at “We Labo,” its lab office in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo.
Facts
Launched in September 2026
78.6% said that sharing meals helps foster organizational unity and collaboration, and
74.6% said it has a positive effect on performance
Original約726㎡、104席のフロアには
Installed in 2022
Expanded by 2 floors (14th and 15th floors) in May 2026
Online event “GAME GRAPHICS JAM,” focused on indie game graphics, set for 11/7
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株式会社ボーンデジタル will hold “GAME GRAPHICS JAM,” an online skills development event focused on indie game graphics, on November 7. Six creator groups will take the stage to explain their graphic production techniques.
Developing talent equipped for the AI era to boost true productivity: November 6 session explains “How to Develop Talent Who Can Use AI to Deliver Results”
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ALL DIFFERENT株式会社 will exhibit at “Business Innovation Japan 2026 Fall Tokyo,” held at Makuhari Messe from November 4 to 6, 2026, and Executive Fellow Toshiyuki Tanaka will speak on November 6 about “How to Develop Talent Who Can Use AI to Deliver Results.”
Facts
20,000 companies cumulative
Organizational development and talent development for more than 4.7 million people
Nov. 4 (Wed.)–6 (Fri.), 2026
66.2% of new graduates hired in 2026
More than 150 times a year
More than 3,000 speaking engagements to date
Track record of supporting approximately 300 companies
Add a touch of playful charm from Nyanko-sensei and friends to letters and planners! “Natsume Hankocho Yuin Stamp Collection,” stamps for paper lovers inspired by traditional hobby seals, now available on the FUNCO main website
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株式会社岡田商会 has launched “Natsume Hankocho Yuin Stamp Collection,” a collection of hobby seals featuring characters from the anime Natsume’s Book of Friends, through its online shop FUNCO.
About half of real estate companies struggle with sourcing properties for acquisitions; management still relies mainly on Excel, paper and documents, according to Ielove
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A survey by 株式会社いえらぶGROUP on property acquisition operations at real estate companies, with 118 valid responses, found that finding properties was the biggest burden, while Excel and paper documents remained the primary tools for managing information.
Facts
The results of a survey with 118 valid responses are announced.
Excel and spreadsheets: 45.5%
Paper and documents: 34.1%
Sales activities to find sellers and properties: 48.9%
Enjoy all-you-can-eat access to 90 items, including premium sushi featuring fatty tuna and sea urchin, as well as snow crab, with unlimited drinks for a limited time! A luxurious experience, available to the first 5 groups each day through the end of December 2026—first come, first served! [FUJIYAMA TOKYO Shinjuku]
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FUJIYAMA TOKYO 新宿東口店, operated by 株式会社Globridge, is running a limited-time campaign through December 31, 2026, offering unlimited drinks with its all-you-can-eat plan featuring 90 items of premium sushi and snow crab. The offer is limited to the first 5 groups each day, and reservations are required.
Facts
Regular price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
Through Thursday, December 31, 2026
+1,650 yen (tax included)
More than 2 million views
About 1,000 stores
Companies mentioned：株式会社Globridge、FUJIYAMA TOKYO 新宿東口店、食べログ
Whether you’re a student or heading out after work, enjoy basketball games more easily! SeaHorses Mikawa launches new ticket offers
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SeaHorses Mikawa has begun selling new ticket offers: student-discount tickets and No Overtime Day Support Tickets for weekday evening games, featuring 20% off plus perks.
“We don’t have any assets, so this doesn’t concern us” is a major misconception! A remarkably easy-to-understand inheritance book, told through manga and diagrams, is now on sale
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株式会社主婦の友社 will release its new book, 『親の相続と死後の手続きで知りたいことが全部のってる本』, which explains inheritance procedures and ways to resolve related disputes through manga and diagrams, on October 28.
Facts
The annual number of deaths exceeds 1.6 million
In Tokyo, where land prices are high, the figure is 1 in every 5 or 6 people
Cases where the total value of the estate is 50 million yen or less
That accounts for about 80% of the total
Inheritance tax is zero for amounts up to 160 million
The assessed value of a home’s land can be reduced by up to 80%
This is a bookseller’s heartfelt recommendation. The candidates for “Machihon Recommended Books” have been selected.
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東京都書店商業組合 has launched a new project, “まちほん by東京の本屋さん,” where readers can search in real time for books recommended by booksellers, and has selected candidates for “まちほんオススメ本.” The final selections will be announced in November, with a promotion set to roll out at member bookstores across Tokyo starting in December.
Facts
The final selections will be announced in November
A coordinated in-store promotion will begin at member bookstores across Tokyo in December
Launch of the SS-400 kiwi series, a centralized payment machine set to transform coin-operated parking
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株式会社大都テクノロジーズ will begin selling its SS-400 kiwi series centralized payment machine for coin-operated parking lots on September 1, 2026, offering a flagship successor model with enhanced cashless and LPR functions. A compact model, the SS-470 series, which omits cash functionality, is also scheduled for release in November of the same year.
[No. 1 for a sense of accomplishment] Sharpen your memory with daily brain training! 794 questions in 『物忘れや認知症に効く頭体操！ おとなの脳活100日ドリル』, 16th installment, on sale 10/21
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株式会社大洋図書 released 『おとなの脳活100日ドリルvol.16』, a brain exercise workbook designed to help with forgetfulness and dementia, on October 21, 2026. Priced at 920 yen, it includes 25 types of puzzles and a one-line diary feature. It is supervised by 児玉光雄.
[Anna Umemiya to appear] Schedule released for the main stage and patient group seminars, including a talk session at the permanent makeup expo. Information on ticket distribution also available.
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PMU Global Chains has released the schedule for PMU EXPO 2026, to be held in Yokohama on November 8, 2026. Details have been announced for talks and lectures requiring tickets, patient group seminars and more.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
Number distributed: 100
80 seats
40 artists
38 companies and clinics
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Companies mentioned：PMU Global Chains、株式会社 NMT Japan、日本大学病院、MEDEVU、ルックスクリニック、Tina Davies Professional、渋谷の森クリニック、慈恵医科大学、富山大学形成外科、一般社団法人KSHS、昭和医科大学病院、ブレストアートメイク®、京都大学大学院医学研究科形成外科学、特定非営利活動法人笑みだち会、THE ARTMAKE TOKYO、Save ME、Biotouch Japan
葉山うみのホテル joins the 3rd anniversary event for HELLY HANSEN OCEAN HAYAMA MARINA, offering a hot spring bath and cafe experience after an on-water SUP cleanup
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葉山うみのホテル, operated by シマダホテルパートナーズ株式会社, will join an on-water SUP cleanup event on October 31 and November 1 to mark the 3rd anniversary of HELLY HANSEN OCEAN HAYAMA MARINA, offering participants a hot spring bath and cafe experience.
Facts
3rd anniversary
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 1
10 people each day
Companies mentioned：シマダグループ株式会社、シマダホテルパートナーズ株式会社、HELLY HANSEN OCEAN HAYAMA MARINA、Bob Foundation
Handle the end of VBS in-house! CodeSense set for release
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株式会社ナレッジセンス has begun preparations to release CodeSense, a Japanese-made coding agent that helps users understand existing scripts and rewrite them in PowerShell in response to the discontinuation of Windows VBScript (VBS), and is recruiting users for its beta version.
[A new Christmas gift staple] John's Blend to launch its winter-limited “MUSK SPARKLING” line from late October! A lineup of 6 items, including the new portable “オードトワレ ミニ.”
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Fragrance brand John's Blend, operated by 株式会社ノルコーポレーション, will release all 6 products in its winter-limited “MUSK SPARKLING” series from late October 2026. The lineup includes the new “オードトワレ ミニ” and is aimed at the Christmas gift market.
【A fresh new bread featuring coffee and sweet red bean paste!】バゲットラビット will offer a limited-time flavor of its Boule bread, which has sold more than 1.09 million units※1, combining coffee’s gentle bitterness with the mellow sweetness of sweet red bean paste. A coffee Danish will also be introduced.
Prevent aging and a range of health problems through new lifestyle habits! “Protein! Immunity! Muscle Strength! Building a Body That Doesn’t Age” (on sale 10/21)
The “Five Star Stories” GTM sculpture book is sold out, including the pre-release reprint! “F.S.S. EXQUISITE SCULPTURES” gets a 2nd reprint just 2 weeks after release!
An educational video for young people has been produced as part of Kita City, Tokyo’s preconception care awareness, outreach and consultation program, and published on the official Kita City YouTube channel and elsewhere.
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株式会社ファミワン has produced an educational video for young people as part of Kita City, Tokyo’s preconception care awareness, outreach and consultation program, and published it on the city’s official YouTube channel and elsewhere.
New drip-proof wireless amplifier “WA8 Series,” ideal for public address and broadcasting at schools, events and outdoors
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Professional audio equipment manufacturer ユニペックス began selling its drip-proof “WA8 Series” wireless amplifier on October 21, designed for public address and broadcasting at schools, events and outdoors.
【First store in Kanagawa Prefecture】Long-established roaster ライブコーヒー to open on November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday)! A special store where customers can sample all 40 varieties of beans opens in Shonan-Fujisawa
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ライブコーヒー株式会社 will open “ライブコーヒー 湘南藤沢 The PIER店” in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, on November 3, 2026. The store is the company’s first in Kanagawa Prefecture and will feature a tasting station where customers can sample all 40 varieties of beans, as well as a collaboration menu with POMPONCAKES.
AI:Promo adds a new image-editing feature so SNS post images don’t end with “creation”
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株式会社Innovation BASE 北海道 has added a new “Image Editing” feature to its SNS support service AI:Promo, allowing users to adjust images using natural language. It also supports adding reference images and revising text, with everything from generation to final editing handled on a single screen.
Facts
20% off the monthly fee for the first year
Regular monthly fee: ¥9,800 (before tax)
Monthly fee during the first year with the campaign: ¥7,840 (before tax)
Up to 10 reference images can be attached
Since the official launch of the service in September 2026
Those who sign up for AI:Promo by October 31, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社Innovation BASE 北海道、AI:Promo、IKEUCHI GATE、一般財団法人 さっぽろ産業振興財団、札幌市
Commerce Pick produces “Commerce Tsushin,” a booklet for the e-commerce industry with a circulation of more than 50,000
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株式会社コマースピック handled planning, editing and production of “Commerce Tsushin 2026 Autumn,” a booklet for the e-commerce industry published by 株式会社ユニメディア. The 32-page publication was shipped in a print run of more than 50,000 on October 21, 2026.
“The purpose of SNS is not to attract customers or build awareness”: A strategy to turn customers into “accomplices” and the “4 decisions”
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株式会社えびラーメンとチョコレートモンブランが食べたい and 株式会社MONOLITH Japan held the “Reiwa Era Tiger Management Seminar,” an event for business leaders, on September 26, 2026. Kent Sekiguchi, president and CEO of 株式会社ウェンズデイ, spoke about SNS strategy.
What sets apart banks chosen by customers through AI? The share of media AI reads after financial institutions’ websites: 9% for ChatGPT and 38% for Gemini [Independent survey of 485 questions and 1,940 answers]
Investment in Raaho, which enables optimal matching between logistics companies and trucking operators
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ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL株式会社 invested in QUICK DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD., which operates Raaho, a logistics-matching platform in India, in a pre-Series A round.
Facts
Approximately 3.5 million trucking operators
75% of them own fewer than 5 trucks
Fewer than 5 trucks
Arranging a truck takes 24–48 hours
Established: 2017
Year founded: 2024
Companies mentioned：ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL株式会社、エンリッションSP26インド投資事業有限責任組合、QUICK DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.、Raaho、株式会社エンリッション、Mitty株式会社、ENRISSION INDIA PVT LTD
A “Ritual of Silence” in Miyakojima. VILLA AYIN × SHEGREEN propose a stay that calms the mind with fragrance
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Through a collaboration between VILLA AYIN, a luxury villa in Miyakojima operated by 株式会社AYURA, and fragrance brand SHEGREEN, the villa has introduced SHEGREEN’s signature scent “Shinra” as an amenity. A roundtable discussion among the founders and associates of both companies explores concepts for natural fragrances suited to Japanese guests, the villa’s spatial design, and messages for guests.
The churros sensation with lines at 120 locations in Korea makes its first appearance in Yamato, Kanagawa Prefecture!! Opening its 2nd Kanagawa location! “STREET CHURROS” opens at イオンモール大和 on Friday, Oct. 23｜“Guilt-free” sweets featuring 16 grains × award-winning soft-serve ice cream
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株式会社L.B.Market will open STREET CHURROS イオンモール大和店, the 2nd Kanagawa Prefecture location of Korean-born churros cafe STREET CHURROS, on Oct. 23, 2026.
commissure to participate in “New Technology Creation Exchange 2026,” supporting the introduction of Physical AI at manufacturing sites
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株式会社commissure will participate in “New Technology Creation Exchange 2026,” held at Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe on Oct. 22 and 23, 2026, to support the introduction of Physical AI at manufacturing sites. The company will present corporate training and a work-data collection service using the UMI method.
Watanabe Pipe’s cumulative contributions through corporate hometown tax donations surpass 500 million yen
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Watanabe Pipe announced that cumulative contributions through corporate hometown tax donations have surpassed 500 million yen since the initiative began in 2021.
Legal DX in Osaka: “Cloud Legal,” a contract and legal BPaaS equipped with legal AI, to exhibit at “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 Osaka venue,” hosted by リコージャパン
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MOLTON株式会社 will exhibit at “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 Osaka venue,” hosted by リコージャパン, and introduce “Cloud Legal,” a contract and legal BPaaS equipped with legal AI.
Leading wedding industry company Take and Give. Needs adopts presentation automation AI “TALKsmith”
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Take and Give. Needs, a leading company in the wedding industry, adopted presentation automation AI “TALKsmith,” achieving results including an increase of more than 3% in its contract rate and a full-view rate close to 90%.
Facts
Handles more than 10,000 weddings annually nationwide
A difference of more than 3% in the contract rate (conversion rate)
[Detective Conan] Pencil Art wooden diorama stand collection announced!! Reservations open today, 10/21 (Wed)!!
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ゼロジーアクト株式会社 began accepting reservations on Oct. 21 for its Pencil Art wooden diorama stand collection (7 designs) based on “Detective Conan.” The price is 1,980 yen, and shipping is scheduled for around mid-to-late December 2026.
Stay warm and travel light on winter commutes and trips. 686’s “EVERYWHERE PANT,” featuring a merino wool-blend liner and 10 pockets, returns for the 2026 fall/winter season
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Snowboard apparel brand 686 is resuming sales of the “EVERYWHERE MERINO WOOL LINED PANT,” featuring a merino wool-blend liner and 10 pockets, for the 2026 fall/winter season at LIKES ONLINE STORE. The price is 22,000 yen (tax included).
Turn your child’s “I got one!” into a family memory. マッケンジーハウス to hold a parent-child potato-digging experience in Oiso on December 5
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株式会社マッケンジーハウス will hold a “Parent-Child Potato-Digging Experience” on December 5, 2026, at いかす大磯農場 in Oiso, Kanagawa Prefecture. Admission is 1,000 yen for junior high school students and older, and free for elementary school students and younger.
Facts
December 5, 2026
Original10:00から12:00まで
Capacity: 25 people
Original中学生以上は1人1,000円
Regular price... 3,000 yen for junior high school students and older
“Not sweet, but delicate” ─ mimi33’s new stainless-steel line “UMU” (ウム), featuring handcraftsmanship from its own workshop, goes on sale October 21 (Wed.). It combines allergy-conscious materials with an exceptionally delicate, beautiful design.
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株式会社サンポークリエイト will launch “UMU” (ウム), a new stainless-steel jewelry collection from accessories brand mimi33, on October 21, 2026. The jewelry is designed to be suitable for people with metal allergies, while handcraftsmanship at the company’s own workshop achieves an exceptionally delicate and refined look.
“In an era when AI provides the answers, who will ask the questions?” ─ Shinya Yamamoto’s AI trilogy crowdfunding campaign reaches its 1st GOAL. At the 2nd GOAL of 800,000 yen, books will be delivered to “places where learning takes place”
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Shinya Yamamoto’s AI trilogy crowdfunding campaign has reached its 1st GOAL of 400,000 yen and has set an 800,000-yen target for its 2nd GOAL. DICT and 株式会社Link & Innovation are involved.
株式会社赤福 will participate in the “38th Taste of Japan,” held at Tobu Department Store Funabashi from October 29 through November 4, 2026, offering freshly made Akafuku Mochi and limited-edition new products.
[Chiba Economy and Industry Newspaper] Web media “CHIBAKEI Online” and membership-based online community “Chibakei Partners” launch simultaneously
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株式会社千葉日報デジタル simultaneously launched “CHIBAKEI Online,” the web media outlet of the Chiba Economy and Industry Newspaper, a regional business publication focused on small and midsize companies, and “Chibakei Partners,” a membership-based online community, on October 21, 2026.
[Free admission] “Yamagata NPO Activity Promotion Conference” to be held November 16: Passing our aspirations and activities on to the next generation
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山形県 will hold the “Yamagata NPO Activity Promotion Conference” on November 16 to promote solutions to local challenges and collaboration among diverse stakeholders. The theme is “How can we pass local activities on to the next generation?”
Facts
Nov. 16
13:30～16:20
Reiwa 8
50 people on site
100 online attendees
Nov. 6
Serve 1 term
A track record of supporting approximately 1,000 startups
Corporate commemorative gifts and promotional items for advertising agencies, wholesalers, distributors and retailers: corporate advertising goods, custom printing, tote bags and clear bags. 2026 fall/winter new products, early-bird sale with 10% 0FF through November 11. Brand
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義烏優豊株式会社 (yuuto japan) has begun wholesale sales in Japan of promotional and corporate advertising goods, including drawstring bags and tote bags with full-color printing, and is seeking new business partners.
PEANUTS winter-design tins are here from STEAMCREAM!
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Sonotas株式会社 will release 2 tins featuring PEANUTS designs in October and November 2026 for “Steamcream,” a moisturizing cream from the STEAMCREAM brand.
KLP塾2026 holds its first fieldwork session in Muroto, Kochi Prefecture! MGM Osaka Chairman Watanabe to speak at the 4th session
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KLP塾2026 conducted its first fieldwork session in Muroto, Kochi Prefecture, proposing solutions to local challenges. MGM Osaka Chairman Watanabe will speak at the 4th lecture.
Facts
KLP塾2026
Reiwa 8, September 12 (Saturday)–13 (Sunday)
The 4th lecture on Friday, September 25
Scheduled to open in 2030
Measures to double the number of tourists
A 10-session program
Enrollment: approximately 50 people
Companies mentioned：ワクセル株式会社、KLP合同会社、公益財団法人大阪観光局、MGM大阪株式会社、一般社団法人 観光クロスオーバー協会、日本交通株式会社、豊泉家グループ、マスオグループ、一般社団法人 ルール形成戦略機構、政策ドラフト、KU EXPO、YBC、SO16、Blooming Camp、さくらインターネット、国土交通省 観光庁、阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、朝日放送グループホールディングス株式会社、株式会社テレビ東京ホールディングス、PHP研究所、Netflix、Bloomberg、Forbes JAPAN
Originalあたたかな“ニット調”で描くクリスマス！ラ・メゾン白金からノエルコレクション「VOYAGE de NOËL」が11月1日(日)より順次登場。1日1箱開けて楽しむ“体験型”ショコラギフト
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ラ・メゾン白金 will launch its Christmas-exclusive “VOYAGE de NOËL” collection on November 1. The lineup includes a tree-shaped gift in knitted-look packaging, letter and trunk boxes, an advent calendar, and small gifts, along with a variety of chocolate treats.
Facts
¥907 (tax included)
¥1,188 (tax included)
¥1,296 (tax included)
¥3,240 (tax included)
¥410 (tax included)
¥691 (tax included)
¥280 (tax included)
¥270 (tax included)
Sales begin on Nov. 2 (Mon.)
Companies mentioned：ジェイ・ワークス株式会社、ラ・メゾン白金、La Maison SHIROKANE
Add a little something to your usual hand care for beautiful fingertips, even without adornment: the アンドネイル Night Routine Care Set arrives in a limited quantity!
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株式会社石澤研究所 will launch the アンドネイル Night Routine Care Set in a limited quantity on Oct. 21, 2026, from its organic nail care brand, 「＆nail /アンドネイル」.
Capsule toy 「モスバーガー」 plushies, created in collaboration with にっこりーノ, will be sold at モスバーガー locations!
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株式会社モスフードサービス is collaborating with capsule toy maker 株式会社Qualia to sell 「モスバーガー」 plushies at some モスバーガー locations starting Oct. 30, 2026. A follow-and-repost campaign is also underway for a chance to win a 「モスバーガー」 basket plushie.
[Spigen] Designed exclusively for the Sony Xperia 10 VIII! Launch of a new smartphone case combining stylish design with excellent shock absorption!
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Spigen has launched the 「Rugged Armor」 smartphone case and 「EZ Fit Pro」 glass screen protector, designed exclusively for the SONY Xperia 10 VIII. They are available on Amazon and 楽天市場, with a sale underway.
Facts
Up to 15% off
An additional 5% off
1.2 mm above the screen
0.85 mm above the camera
Measures 「15.7 cm × 7.6 cm × 1.3 cm」
9H reinforced glass
Approximately 10 times the shock resistance
Heat resistance up to 600°C
A drop from a height of 1.2 m
Beautifully applied in about 30 seconds
Sales began in 2008
19-year history
More than 60 countries worldwide
Companies mentioned：Spigen、Spigen Korea Co., Ltd.、SONY、Amazon、楽天市場
株式会社めちゃコミック will hold the 「Mecha Comic Halloween Campaign」 starting Oct. 21, 2026. It will distribute 6 coupons offering 50% off eligible horror and suspense titles, and new monthly plan subscribers will receive up to 2 times the usual bonus points.
[Free download] 4 new types and 6 designs added in October to the original PLACOLE＆DRESSY 「Placole Marriage Registration Form」!
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冒険社プラコレ announced that its marriage registration form download service under the PLACOLE＆DRESSY brand has surpassed 300,000 downloads, and released 4 types with 6 designs in October.
Facts
Surpassed 300,000 downloads
All 4 types of marriage registration forms
The total number of followers has exceeded 2.5 million
Total page views have surpassed 2.6 million per month
Up to 90% OFF
Companies mentioned：冒険社プラコレ、株式会社プラコレ、PLACOLE、DRESSY、DRESSYONLINE、ViKet Town
A course on rethinking life after retirement: Learn how to make use of retirement pay and your home. Urawa, Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday) and 23 (Mon., holiday) [Saitama]
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生活協同組合パルシステム埼玉 will hold a series of free study sessions in Urawa on Nov. 3 and 23, 2026, covering the use of retirement benefits and household financial management after retirement.
Facts
Nov. 3, 2026 (Tuesday, public holiday)
Nov. 23, 2026 (Mon., holiday)
Capital contributions: 9.49 billion yen
Number of members: 230,000
Total business revenue: 33.8 billion yen
Total business volume of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
TAC株式会社 will hold a free online seminar for beginners preparing for the spring 2027 Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination on Oct. 26.
2026 Christmas limited-edition teddy bears go on sale. Popular 「Blanc & Noir」 debuts in its first Christmas edition
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株式会社プティルウ has launched limited-edition teddy bears and jewelry gifts for the 2026 Christmas season, including the first Christmas edition of 「Blanc & Noir」 and 「tete Bear」, and is running a 15% OFF campaign at its online store.
Bringing Asian filmmakers to the world from Tokyo! Participants selected for 「Talents Tokyo 2026」
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東京都 and 公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団 アーツカウンシル東京 have selected 17 participants for the film talent development program 「Talents Tokyo 2026」. The program will take place from Nov. 23 to 29, 2026, with participants chosen from a record-breaking pool of more than 500 applicants. A special screening of alumni films will also be held in advance.
Facts
17 filmmakers
More than 500 people
4 professionals
Over 7 days
251 alumni
November 23, 2026
Companies mentioned：東京都、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団 アーツカウンシル東京、タレンツ・トーキョー実行委員会、ベルリン国際映画祭、ゲーテ・インスティトゥート東京、東京都写真美術館、Spanic Films
株式会社バッファロー will air a television commercial in collaboration with Mika Kuraya, director of 横浜美術館, from Oct. 23, 2026, as the 6th installment of its project supporting artists’ challenges.
Facts
To air starting Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
marked its 50th anniversary in 2025
No. 1 in wireless LAN unit sales share for 24 consecutive years
Companies mentioned：株式会社バッファロー、バッファロー、横浜美術館、Yokohama Museum of Art、東京国立近代美術館、京都大学経営管理大学院、テレビ北海道、テレビ東京、テレビ愛知、テレビ大阪、テレビせとうち、TVQ九州放送、BSテレ東、日経CNBC、TVer、ガイアの夜明け、SIMONE、FIX、BCN AWARD
Shipping begins for the 「BSHSUH100 series」 headset, designed for comfortable extended wear with clear, noise-resistant audio over USB
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株式会社バッファロー has begun shipping the 「BSHSUH100 series」 dual-ear, headband-style headset, designed for comfortable extended wear and clear audio through a USB connection.
Facts
marked its 50th anniversary in 2025
No. 1 in wireless LAN unit sales share for 24 consecutive years
[Manufacturing DX support] バッファロー verified compatibility between its business NAS 「TeraStation」 and キーエンス image processing systems and image sensors, enabling centralized management and backup of inspection image data.
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株式会社バッファロー announced that it verified compatibility between its business NAS 「TeraStation series」 and 株式会社キーエンス image processing systems and image sensors, enabling centralized management and backup of inspection image data.
Facts
250 locations in 46 countries
Supporting 400,000 manufacturing companies
Since the company was established in 1974
バッファロー, founded in Nagoya in 1975
marked its 50th anniversary in 2025
No. 1 in wireless LAN unit sales share for 24 consecutive years