Minions collaboration products on sale! [Mini croissant specialty shop ミニヨン] — Available for a limited time at stores nationwide from Nov. 1 (Sunday)
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ミニヨン, a mini croissant specialty shop operated by 株式会社生産者直売のれん会, will offer chocolate-banana-flavored mini croissants for a limited time starting Nov. 1, 2026, in collaboration with Universal Studios.
株式会社TONIQ Representative Director Yuki Kimura to speak at ad:tech tokyo 2026; booth exhibition also confirmed
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Yuki Kimura, representative director of 株式会社TONIQ, will speak at the marketing conference ad:tech tokyo 2026, to be held at Tokyo Midtown in October 2026. The company will also exhibit a booth. The session will discuss customer retention strategies using data and CRM, drawing on work with サンフレッチェ広島.
[ローソンストア100 November new products] Rich, satisfying products rolling out for the start of winter, including a large sukiyaki-style meat bun and caramel cream cream puffs
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株式会社ローソンストア100 will begin rolling out rich new products for the arrival of winter from Nov. 4, 2026, including twin cream puffs, kouign-amann, prepared bread, and Chinese steamed buns.
Report released on joint research by Okasan Securities and TISI with JICA, “Research and Demonstration Experiment on Fundraising Using Blockchain Technology”
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Okasan Securities and TISI released a report on their joint research with JICA, “Research and Demonstration Experiment on Fundraising Using Blockchain Technology.”
Facts
From February 2026
Released on Oct. 21
An additional investment of approximately $4 trillion is needed annually
Idle RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS Dot Battle launches Halloween event! Angel (Halloween) and Heidern (KOF 2001) join the roster!
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The idle RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS Dot Battle has rolled out a Halloween-themed update. Announced additions include new fighters Angel (Halloween) and Heidern (KOF 2001), the Halloween-limited Pumpkin Fest event, returning characters, and new supporter 山田十平衛.
A pen transforms into scissors! Innovative 2-in-1 stationery “Xcissor Pen” to be sold in limited quantities!
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インターアクト株式会社 will sell Xcissor Pen, stationery from Taiwan-based design brand mininch that combines a ballpoint pen and scissors, in a limited run of 16, at a suggested retail price of ¥1,100.
ColorSing launches “Sing with adieu!” Sasakure duet challenge, a tie-in with the theme song “Sasakure” by adieu from the film We Are Aliens!
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ColorSing株式会社 will hold a duet challenge using “Sasakure,” the theme song by adieu from the film We Are Aliens!, on the singing-focused livestreaming app ColorSing.
Kose to showcase on Oct. 21 at Fuji Hydrogen Summit 2026 the implementation site of a local energy production and consumption model using green hydrogen produced in Yamanashi Prefecture
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The Minami Alps Plant of 株式会社コーセーホールディングス was opened for an on-site tour at Fuji Hydrogen Summit 2026 as an implementation site for a local energy production and consumption model using green hydrogen produced in Yamanashi Prefecture.
Facts
Targeting zero by 2040
About 250 people from policy circles, local governments, research institutions, and businesses in Japan and overseas gathered
The Southern Alps, at an elevation of 1,400m
Site area: 110,763㎡
Total floor area: 39,280㎡
Investment: ¥38 billion
Number of employees: 100 (as of the end of September 26)
The plan is to have 300 employees at maximum operation
株式会社マーナ will release the resin “Easy-Wash Body Brush,” containing an antibacterial agent, on Oct. 22, 2026. Wide bristles increase the contact area by approximately 50%, while an extended handle and larger finger grips improve usability. It comes in 2 firmness options, “soft” and “regular,” and costs 2,200 yen, including tax.
Add color to the holiday season with リンツ’s “Golden Caramel Chocolate Drink,” launching Nov. 1 (Sunday). A luxurious winter-only drink inspired by Lindor “Golden Caramel & Hazelnut”
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リンツ＆シュプルングリージャパン will launch the limited-time “Golden Caramel Chocolate Drink,” inspired by Lindor “Golden Caramel & Hazelnut,” starting Nov. 1.
Librus株式会社 releases insight report, “How to Obtain an SCS Evaluation: A Guide to the Process from Application to Acquisition”
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Librus株式会社 has released an insight report explaining the basic process and preparations for applying for and registering for ★3 and ★4 under the SCS Evaluation System.
JDSC and DevRev Japan form partnership to use AI to support corporate growth
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株式会社JDSC and DevRev Japan合同会社 have formed a partnership under which 株式会社JDSC will introduce and resell DevRev’s AI platform “Computer” as a solutions partner and support its implementation. As a first step, 株式会社JDSC will conduct internal trials, including using internal knowledge and automating operations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社JDSC、DevRev Japan合同会社、DevRev, Inc.
DevRev launches general availability in Japan region
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DevRev Japan合同会社 launched general availability in Japan region on Oct. 22, 2026. Citing studies by IPA and 総務省, it outlines challenges in integrating generative AI into business processes, and describes support from “Computer,” which prioritizes accuracy, efficiency and safety, as well as its collaboration framework with OpenAI and AWS.
A quality evaluation award carrying on the principles of 北里柴三郎 receives a “Business Potential” assessment from 公益財団法人 東京都中小企業振興公社
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“KITASATO Premium Award,” operated by 一般社団法人日本品質評価機構, received a “Business Potential” assessment in a business-potential evaluation by 公益財団法人東京都中小企業振興公社.
“Short Commerce,” a mass-production short-video creation service, launches a service for inbound visitors to Japan
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株式会社ライブコマース has launched “Short Commerce for Inbound,” a service for Chinese visitors to Japan, as part of its mass-production short-video creation service “Short Commerce.” It supports video production and KOS posts on 小紅書（RED） and 抖音（Douyin）, aiming to capture inbound demand.
Facts
Original1本14,800円（税別）から
Original1本17,800円（税別）から
Original1本3,000円（税別）からのオプションです
For a long-term plan with 50 videos per month
Approximately 70% of monthly active users use the search function
Turning Chichibu’s agricultural and forestry resources into a new sweet! Students in the Food Development Department at 十文字学園女子大学 join local businesses to develop “Kuromoji Ice Cream”
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Students in the Food Development Department at 十文字学園女子大学 have jointly developed “Kuromoji Ice Cream” with local businesses using kuromoji, an agricultural and forestry resource from the Yoshida district of Chichibu, and will sell it in limited quantities at the school festival.
For the lodging and hotel industry | The front lines of SaaS cost reduction through in-house AI development and the latest trends report [October 2026 edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released for free “The Front Lines of SaaS Cost Reduction Through In-House AI Development and the Latest Trends Report” for the lodging and hotel industry. According to data from 観光庁, 72.2% of lodging facilities face labor shortages, while a 総務省 survey found that 83.5% of companies with 100 or more employees use cloud services. IPA’s DX Trends Survey found that the share of companies adopting generative AI rose to 44.0%, while the rate of in-house development at Japanese companies remains at 16.7%.
アイズドッグ begins collaboration with Vietnam’s GAIA to launch a grooming training school
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株式会社I One, which operates the grooming salon アイズドッグ, has begun discussions with Vietnam’s GAIA Pet Care on opening grooming schools in Japan and Vietnam.
Companies mentioned：アイズドッグ、GAIA Pet Care、Công ty TNHH dịch vụ và thương mại Gaia、GAIA Academy、株式会社I One
Digital Grid opens its first regional base, a Fukuoka office
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デジタルグリッド株式会社 opened its first regional base, a Fukuoka office, in October 2026. The company will strengthen its sales operations in the Kyushu region in response to diversifying electricity procurement needs.
1 in 5 parents leave their jobs after their child stops attending school——Free seminar for companies on Nov. 6 to prevent resignations due to school refusal
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特定非営利活動法人キーデザイン will hold a free online seminar for companies on Nov. 6, 2026, on preventing resignations due to school refusal. A nationwide survey found that about 1 in 5 mothers (22.89%) leave their jobs after their child stops attending school.
株式会社フジ医療器 has released the results of its 5th survey on exercise, conducted among men and women aged 20 and older. 61% said they exercise regularly, with walking the most common activity. Maintaining health was the main purpose, while nearly half of those who do not exercise said it was too much trouble.
Facts
61% said they exercise regularly
Valid responses: 1,034 people
“Maintaining health” (86%)
“Too much trouble” (47%)
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: 59,400 yen (tax included)
Datachain Wallet passes the first-round screening in the Financial Innovation category of the Tokyo Financial Award 2026
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株式会社Datachain’s corporate Web3 wallet, Datachain Wallet, has passed the first-round screening in the Financial Innovation category of the Tokyo Financial Award 2026, hosted by 東京都.
Facts
171 applicants
14 applicants passed the first-round screening
Final screening is scheduled for around January 2027
コピック to exhibit at “まるっとぶんぐ博2026,” opening Oct. 23! Create a set featuring the hot new product “コピック マルチライナープラス”
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株式会社G-Too will exhibit at “まるっとぶんぐ博2026,” held at Omiya Sonic City from Oct. 23, 2026, and sell new products including “コピック マルチライナープラス” and “コピック アクレア.” An event will also let visitors choose 5 pens and make a set in a special pouch.
3D-printed home “Lib Earth House ‘model B’” wins the 2026 Good Design Award and the Silver Award at the Japan Space Design Award 2026
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The 3D-printed home “Lib Earth House ‘model B’,” built by 株式会社Ｌｉｂ Ｗｏｒｋ primarily from soil, has won the 2026 Good Design Award and the Silver Award at the Japan Space Design Award 2026.
Facts
2026 Good Design Award
Japan Space Design Awards 2026
An approximately 100 m² 3D-printed home
Strength equivalent to about 5 times as much
Total floor area: 98.25㎡
146 shortlisted works
Capital: ¥1.3215 billion
Companies mentioned：株式会社Ｌｉｂ Ｗｏｒｋ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、日本空間デザイン協会、日本商環境デザイン協会、オーヴ・アラップ・アンド・パートナーズ・ジャパン・リミテッド、合同会社ogawaa design studio 一級建築士事務所、京谷建築設計室 一級建築士事務所
Serverworks releases survey findings on the current state of AI-adopting companies and employee attitudes
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Serverworks released the results of a survey of 269 employees at companies that have adopted AI. A total of 87.7% said AI adoption and use were progressing, and 85.2% used AI at least 1 day a week, while 72.5% said they felt tired or burdened by it. Respondents who felt their employers provided insufficient support expressed strong demand for training and clearer rules.
Facts
269 company employees
36.2% said AI tools had been “introduced” at their workplace
87.7% said AI adoption and use were progressing at their workplace
85.2% use AI for work at least 1 day a week
67.6% said they were able to use AI effectively
72.5% said they felt tired or burdened by using AI
Among those proficient in using AI, 83.0% feel tired or burdened
50.6% of those who are not proficient in using it
36.9% said they repeat instructions until they get the response they want
36.4% said they have to assess, check and correct AI output
33.5% said support from their employer was insufficient
Employee training: 46.7%
Internal rules and governance: 43.3%
Selecting tasks for AI use: 37.8%
Original期間：2026年8月21日～8月22日
“Progressing very well”: 31.2%
“Progressing to some extent”: 56.5%
Of those, 39.8% said they use AI almost every day
27.9% said, “I’m concerned about risks such as information leaks and copyright issues”
24.5% said, “Checking and correcting AI output is a significant burden”
22.7% said, “Writing prompts is difficult”
“Often”: 26.4%
“Sometimes”: 46.1%
“Separate the time and tasks when I use AI from those when I don’t”: 49.7%
“Understand AI’s characteristics and use it accordingly”: 42.6%
“Reduce how often I gather information and catch up” and “Encourage my team or company to establish or review AI usage rules and guidelines” were both 27.2%
“Clear usage rules and guidelines”: 41.6%
“Training for employees”: 37.9%
“Sharing use cases, prompts and templates”: 30.9%
“A company-designated AI environment that can be used safely”: 30.5%
“Not very sufficient”: 28.3%
“Not sufficient at all”: 5.2%
AWS deployment track record: more than 1,610 companies and 33,200 projects
Multimedia project “ALIEN STAGE” to hold “3D LIVE ALIEN STAGE Museum in 2372 SHOWCASE”! Official resale now available through チケプラTrade!
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株式会社チケットプラス announced that its official resale service, チケプラTrade, will be used for the 3D live performance “3D LIVE ALIEN STAGE Museum in 2372 SHOWCASE” by the multimedia project “ALIEN STAGE.”
“What color is your ‘favorite’?” New designs that bring children’s “favorites” to life, from the school pencil line “uni Palette” — on sale from Friday, Nov. 6
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三菱鉛筆 will release new designs for its “uni Palette” school pencils on Nov. 6, 2026. The lineup will include animal patterns and foil-stamped designs, as well as a model with nano-diamond pencil lead.
Launch of a pilot study on handwritten diaries using digital pens
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Mitsubishi Pencil has launched a pilot study to examine the relationship between handwritten diaries created with digital pens and cognitive function (brain health). The study is being conducted with the cooperation of Eisai and 株式会社野村総合研究所, as a project eligible for subsidies from 愛知県豊田市.
カーネクスト to launch the 3rd installment of its social media-exclusive giveaway campaign for the RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026 on Oct. 22
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カーネクスト, an online car-buying service operated by ラグザス株式会社, will launch the 3rd installment of its social media-exclusive campaign on Oct. 22, offering tickets to the RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026 by lottery.
Relic, a business co-creation company, launches its proprietary search fund model, ZERO1000 Ventures for Searchers. A new form of 'succession entrepreneurship' that offers a choice of support ranging from funding to management guidance after business succession
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株式会社Relic launched its search fund model, ZERO1000 Ventures for Searchers, on Oct. 22, 2026, connecting successful companies without successors with individuals aspiring to lead businesses. Ryutaro Minematsu and Yuki Ota have joined as the 1st cohort of searchers, receiving support ranging from funding to management guidance after succession.
Facts
Over 5,000 companies
There are currently 28 companies
A long-established soba restaurant with a 136-year history
With locations in 18 prefectures across Japan
Small and medium-sized enterprises account for more than 99%
[Wondertable] 4 MO-MO-PARADISE locations receive the Travelers' Choice Award 2026
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4 locations of MO-MO-PARADISE, operated by 株式会社ワンダーテーブル, have received トリップアドバイザー's Travelers' Choice Award 2026. Of these, the Shinjuku East Exit location received the top honor, Best of the Best, awarded to the top 1%.
Middle school students take the lead again this year! Anjo Municipal Sakurai Junior High School and シーホース三河 to hold a public viewing on Saturday, Oct. 24
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A public viewing organized by Anjo Municipal Sakurai Junior High School and co-hosted with シーホース三河 will be held on Oct. 24, 2026. The student-led event will also feature a Super Girls performance and merchandise sales.
[OMO7横浜] Enjoy cheering on the baseball team! 'All-Out Baseball Cheer Stay' offers local gourmet food, prayers for victory, and baseball-themed experiences throughout the hotel
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OMO7横浜, operated by 星野リゾート, will hold the limited-time All-Out Baseball Cheer Stay from Oct. 23, 2026, offering baseball-themed activities including local gourmet food and prayers for victory.
The Nishiazabu Taiyo Festival Executive Committee announced that the 23rd Nishiazabu Taiyo Festival will be held on Nov. 3, 2026. Its concept is to bring people together and build the community under the theme 'One Sun, One Love!!', with 48 businesses participating.
Seminar on Nov. 5 (Thu.): Bringing people to local communities through oshikatsu! How can VTubers be used to attract visitors to regional areas?
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株式会社フューチャーリンクネットワーク and 株式会社uyet will hold an online seminar on Nov. 5, 2026, explaining methods for creating ties with local communities based on examples of attracting visitors through VTuber-related oshikatsu in Hokota, Ibaraki Prefecture; Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture; and Niimi, Okayama Prefecture.
Facts
Nov. 5, 2026
A market worth more than ¥1 trillion
Limited to 100 participants
About 10 times the usual level
Original地域名の認知度が2倍
1,000 posters
As many as 200 posters
More than 800% year on year
Held 11 times to date
A total of 1,680 people
852 people from local governments and related organizations
Sale ending soon! ENNE ZERO. The best time to buy for discounts and value on delivery time! Announcement of green power certificates that recognize CO2 reductions based on distance traveled! Carbon credits can be used on our website!
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株式会社ENNE has opened reservations for the 3rd round of presales of its electric mobility vehicle, ENNE ZERO. The 14-inch model is on sale for ¥199,000 (before tax), with delivery scheduled for September 2026. The company has also announced a green power certificate service that recognizes CO2 reductions based on distance traveled, a standard protection plan, and new color options.
[名入れギフトOkulu] Enjoy 2 different looks in 1 scarf! New reversible scarf with personalized embroidery, perfect for fall and winter style or as a gift for someone special
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名入れギフトOkulu, a brand operated by 株式会社MIYABI, has released a new reversible scarf featuring different colors on each side. It comes in 6 colors, can be embroidered with a name, and is presented in a gift box. Price: ¥5,500 (free shipping).
Facts
Price: ¥5,500
Size: 204 cm × 52 cm
Material: approximately 90% polyester
Approximately 10% rayon
Available in 6 colors
Get a 150-yen-off coupon when you add us as a friend on LINE!
Successfully developed biodegradable plastic containing enzymes that breaks down even in the deep sea
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In a Moonshot Research and Development Program run by NEDO, the University of Tokyo, the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology, and Gunma University successfully developed “enzyme-embedded biodegradable plastic,” which breaks down significantly faster even in deep-sea environments. The material does not break down during use, but has a switch function that starts decomposition when enzymes come into contact with water due to abrasion or other causes after the material escapes into the environment. It fully decomposes within 1 month at a quay and within 5 months even in the deep sea at a depth of 757 m. Its decomposition rate is approximately 30 times faster than that of conventional materials, contributing to reduced microplastic pollution.
Facts
Approximately 8 million tons of plastic waste every year
Does not decompose for more than 300 years
Deep-sea floors at depths of 757 m to 5,552 m
Within 1 month at a quay
Within 5 months even in the deep sea near a depth of 757 m
[Independent survey] AI search across 10 home improvement store brands finds “brand mention rate” exceeds “official website citation rate” for every brand
[Triplets’ teeth, all the way to 100] Namba Esse Dental to hold a “Toothbrushing Class Starting at Age 0” on Nov. 29 for expectant mothers and children up to age 3
An unexpected cross-industry collaboration: get a haircut, then head straight for ramen!? “理容サービス” and “河童ラーメン本舗” launch the “Cut and Eat Campaign” on Monday, Nov. 2!
株式会社ミライバリュー has launched a new customer acquisition support service using Google Ads. The performance-based service provides end-to-end ad production and campaign management, enabling multifaceted campaigns across Google Maps, search ads, display ads, video ads and more.
Self-care brand “MUWHAT,” built around the concept “Mugwort steaming in your living room,” to launch “BASIC,” a new line designed for easy use at home, and an affordable set starting October 23 (Friday)
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株式会社ドゥーブルアッシュ will launch “BASIC,” a new line from self-care brand “MUWHAT” designed for easy use at home, along with an affordable set, on October 23, 2026.
16-year-old Yui Komada makes history with 2 consecutive Asian tournament wins! Earns a main-draw wildcard for the 2027 French Open Junior Championships
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Yui Komada, 16, a member of ノアテニスアカデミー operated by ノアインドアステージ株式会社, won the girls’ singles title at the “Roland-Garros Junior Series By Renault” Asian tournament for 2 consecutive years, earning a main-draw wildcard for the 2027 French Open Junior Championships.
Bocek launches full-scale availability of “NAYUTA,” an AI agent that searches across internal information with over 95% accuracy
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株式会社Bocek has launched full-scale availability of “NAYUTA,” a high-accuracy AI agent that searches across internal information. The product uses new technology that reads an unlimited number of documents from SharePoint, Box and other platforms, achieving an answer accuracy rate of over 95%.
Homelessness does not always mean living on the streets: The reality for about 40% who have lost or are at risk of losing both their phones and homes
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A survey by 誰でもスマホリサーチセンター found that about 40% of people who had lost their mobile phones had also lost their homes. 株式会社アーラリンク supports access to communications and connections to public assistance services through its “誰でもスマホ” service.
Specialized trading company 佐藤商事 adopts Interfactory’s “EBISUMART” and “EBISU PIM” for its online store and product information management platform
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株式会社インターファクトリー announced that specialized trading company 佐藤商事 has adopted its cloud commerce platform “EBISUMART” and product data integration platform “EBISU PIM” for its online store and product information management platform.
Facts
No. 1 market share for 9 consecutive years
More than 800 sites built to date
Updating 4 websites sometimes took more than half a day
TISSOT PRX Skeleton Damian Lillard Special Edition launches
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Swiss watch brand TISSOT has announced the “PRX Skeleton Damian Lillard Special Edition,” a special-edition watch created in collaboration with NBA player Damian Lillard. It will go on sale October 21, timed to coincide with the start of the 2026-27 season.
Japanese workers rank last among 32 countries in confidence about their company’s future and willingness to recommend their workplace; just 8% find management roles appealing
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According to “The Workplace Reality 2026,” an awareness survey of 13,586 workers across 32 countries conducted by イプソス株式会社, Japanese workers ranked last among the 32 countries for confidence in their company’s future (28%) and willingness to recommend their workplace (29%). Just 8% found management roles appealing.
Facts
32 countries worldwide
13,586 workers
28% are confident about the future direction of their company
29% would recommend their company as a place to work
Up to ¥20,000 cashback with the purchase of the latest drum washer-dryer models: “AQUA Straight Drum Cashback Campaign”
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アクア株式会社 will run a limited-time campaign from November 5, 2026, to February 7, 2027, offering up to ¥20,000 cashback to buyers of the latest models in the AQUA “Straight Drum” series of drum washer-dryers.
[For vocal training and one-on-one dance lessons: NAYUTAS] Bringing professional lessons within reach! Opening 2 franchise schools in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, and Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture
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NAYUTAS, a vocal training and dance school operated by 株式会社K Village, opened 2 franchise schools in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, and Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, in September.
Facts
Opened in September
More than 100 campuses nationwide
Plans are underway to open new schools across Japan in 2026, too
【LAUTREAMONT(ロートレアモン)】2026 Winter Collection Catalog Now Available on the Web
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LAUTREAMONT, a women's brand operated by 株式会社ジャヴァコーポレーション, has released the latest visuals from its 2026 winter collection on its official online site, J Lounge.
【August 2026, Nationwide】110 new medical facility openings and 252 closures or suspensions. Frogwell releases its latest “Hospital Master Data Difference Analysis Report”
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フロッグウェル株式会社 has released its medical facility master data difference analysis report for August 2026. It analyzes trends in medical facilities nationwide, including 110 new openings and 252 closures or suspensions.
Facts
110 new openings
252 closures or suspensions
4,391 facilities saw changes in the number of employed physicians
Ahead of Good Couple Day, transactions of wedding-related items on メルカリ are on the rise. The analysis covers rising dress prices, an increase in accessories and party dresses, and growing use by people aged 50 and older.
A collaborative project from ニトリネットマーケットプレイス: New color of smart bath mat selected by ニトリチャンネル members through a vote becomes a product
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株式会社ニトリ and issin株式会社 have teamed up to begin selling smart bath mat-related products in the new “Lime Green” color, selected by ニトリチャンネル members in a vote, from October 22, 2026. A launch campaign offers 15% off the regular price.
New “Robot Mobility Support Service Lite” plan linking elevators and robots launches
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Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions launched its new “Robot Mobility Support Service Lite” plan on October 28, using the smart city and building IoT platform “Ville-feuille®” to link elevators with service robots.
Facts
Launching on October 28
Monthly operating costs are also about 1/3 of those under the previous plan
The elevator shutdown period is reduced to a minimum of 1 hour
A late-summer night bringing residents, their families, students and local people together: 特別養護老人ホーム栗林荘 holds its 2026 summer festival
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特別養護老人ホーム栗林荘, operated by 社会福祉法人丹緑会, held a summer festival in Oyama, Tochigi Prefecture, on September 26, 2026, drawing an estimated 350 people. In collaboration with 宇都宮大学 students and local groups, the event featured yosakoi performances, food stalls and fireworks.
Concert in Thailand featuring students from Yamaha music schools around the world: “The 8th Yamaha International Highlight Concert in Thailand”
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Originalヤマハ株式会社は、世界40以上の国と地域で展開するYAMAHA MUSIC SCHOOLの生徒が出演する『The 8th Yamaha International Highlight Concert in Thailand』を2026年11月21日にタイ・バンコクで開催すると発表した。アジア地域を中心に9か国の生徒が参加し、クラシックや自作曲などを披露する。
Facts
More than 40 countries and regions worldwide
Nov. 21, 2026
9 countries and regions
Children aged 15 and under
for more than 50 years
Approximately 420,000 people worldwide
Companies mentioned：ヤマハ株式会社、YAMAHA MUSIC SCHOOL、ヤマハミュージックスクール、YMS、サイアム・ミュージック・ヤマハ、一般財団法人ヤマハ音楽振興会、Yamaha Global
株式会社マネーフォワード has begun integrating its individual cost management system, “Money Forward Cloud Individual Cost,” with its attendance management system, “Money Forward Cloud Attendance Plus,” enabling more efficient operations through automatic collection of work-hour data.
enish announces release of “Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Frontier Zero”!
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株式会社enish announced that its all-new game based on the anime “Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?” titled “Is It Wrong to Try to Meet Girls in a Dungeon? Frontier Zero” will be released in 2027.
Facts
The series has surpassed 20 million copies in cumulative circulation
A new addition to バーガーキング®’s hugely popular “Mushroom Whopper®”! Featuring the “Original Herb Sauce,” with refreshing herbs and a spicy kick for a new taste experience! The “Autumn Special Mushroom Whopper®” launches!
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株式会社ビーケー・ジャパン will launch 3 varieties in the new “Autumn Special Mushroom Whopper®” series at バーガーキング® for a limited time starting October 23, 2026, and will run a discount campaign on related meal sets.
【Seeking vendors・Deadline: 10/30, the end of this month】A large Christmas market is coming to Shizuoka's Sunpu Castle Park again this year: “Wonderful Christmas and Lantern Night 2026” will be held December 18–20
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株式会社nonii will hold “Wonderful Christmas and Lantern Night 2026” at Sunpu Castle Park from Dec. 18 to 20, 2026. The event aims to draw 15,000 visitors over 3 days this year, up from 8,000 last year, and is currently recruiting vendors (deadline: Oct. 30).
“Back to the Dawn ~Break the Animal Prison~” for PlayStation®5 out today! PS5 launch trailer released! “Animal Prison Catchphrase Campaign” also underway
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株式会社クラウディッドレパードエンタテインメント released the PlayStation®5 version of “Back to the Dawn ~Break the Animal Prison~,” a suspenseful prison-break RPG developed by Metal Head Games, on Oct. 22, 2026. The launch trailer has been released, and a campaign is also underway.
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Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
5 winners selected by lottery
¥4,928 (tax included)
¥7,898 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社クラウディッドレパードエンタテインメント、Metal Head Games、Spiral Up Games、Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc.、Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.、Nintendo、クロスエンタテインメント、ケンユウオフィス
【DEAN & DELUCA】Bringing “deliciousness” to children around the world: “A BAG FOR HAPPINESS 2026” charity tote bags on sale in limited quantities from Nov. 1 (Sunday)
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DEAN & DELUCA, operated by 株式会社ウェルカム, will release the “A BAG FOR HAPPINESS 2026” charity tote bag in limited quantities from Nov. 1, 2026. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the international NGO セーブ・ザ・チルドレン to help address malnutrition in Ethiopia.
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From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
2,750 yen (tax included)
3,300 yen (tax included)
Limit of 5 per color and size
About 100 countries worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウェルカム、DEAN & DELUCA、セーブ・ザ・チルドレン、楽天市場、and ST
Obtains license to manufacture veterinary pharmaceuticals (packaging, labeling and storage) in Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture
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安田倉庫株式会社 has obtained a license to manufacture veterinary pharmaceuticals (packaging, labeling and storage) at its site in Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture. By providing integrated logistics services for human and veterinary pharmaceuticals, it will help optimize the supply chain.
株式会社YUIDEA wins Shinagawa City contract for ethical consumption awareness and outreach project; large-scale event to be held in Gotanda on Nov. 1, along with 5 “Ethical Cafe” sessions
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株式会社YUIDEA has been commissioned by Shinagawa City to carry out an ethical consumption awareness and outreach project. In addition to holding a large-scale event in Gotanda on Nov. 1, 2026, it will run 5 “Ethical Cafe” sessions.
Facts
Nov. 1, 2026
5 episodes in total
10:00～17:00
Participation fee: ¥1,000
Participation fee: 3,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社YUIDEA、株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、イオン、リフォームOB会、パン工房 プチ・レーブ、La Vie Claire、田んぼのパン工房 米魂、MASHIKAKU gluten free bakery、輪の品マルシェ、23区南生活クラブ生協まち品川、茶雑菓、こども素材センター、障害者差別解消支援地域協議会、品川区伝統工芸保存会、オイシックス、ソーイ、日本サステイナブル・レストラン協会、ドコモ CS、プリマハム、日本アクセス、Better life with upcycle、品川区消費者センター、コーヴコーヒーロースターズ
株式会社テンポスバスターズ will open テンポス福岡飯塚店 in Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 9, 2026. The 589-tsubo sales floor will offer commercial kitchen equipment and store supplies, with equipment available at special prices of up to 84% off to mark the opening.
Development of technology to evaluate all-solid-state battery materials using quantum computers selected for NEDO Quantum Prize Project, 第二期
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シャープ株式会社 and QunaSys have been selected for NEDO’s Quantum Prize Project, 第二期, to develop technology for evaluating all-solid-state battery materials using quantum computers.
株式会社イオンフードスタイル will open “Food Style Higashi-Gotanda” in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on Oct. 29, 2026. The store replaces a former location that operated for about 14 years and has a sales floor of 156 tsubo.
Original日立とケーエスケー、医薬品配送DXの実証を完了、急な状況変化にも対応する「Hitachi Digital Solution for Logistics」の配送ルート自動編成機能を11月より展開
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日立製作所 and ケーエスケー have completed a proof of concept for DX in pharmaceutical delivery operations and announced that “Hitachi Digital Solution for Logistics,” featuring an automatic route rescheduling function called “Point Dynamic” that adjusts routes when staff are absent, will roll out from November 2026. This reduced the workload for substitute deliveries by 60%.
【SOC Operations in the AI Era】AI Security and NTT Security Japan to co-host webinar
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AIセキュリティ株式会社 and NTTセキュリティ・ジャパン株式会社 will co-host a webinar on Oct. 29, 2026, covering SOC operations in the AI era and how to select MDR and SOC services.
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Date and time: Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, 12:00–13:00
Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 unveils key visual by Kayo Horaguchi
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APAMAN株式会社, which operates アパマンショップ, has unveiled the key visual for “Tokyo Christmas Market 2026,” created by graphic artist Kayo Horaguchi. The company is supporting promotion of the event, which will run through Dec. 25 at the Shin-Toyosu venue (opening Nov. 20) and Shiba Park venue (opening Dec. 4).
TAC株式会社 will launch its “Premium Honka-sei Plus” administrative scrivener exam preparation course nationwide from Oct. 25, targeting those aiming to pass in 2027. Free trial classes will be offered.
【Kanda store only】A one-of-a-kind collaboration between “DRAGON HOT POT” and apparel brand “#FR2”! Exclusive limited-edition items themed around “Mala Shokujo” go on sale from Oct. 24 (Saturday)
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Collaboration items from mala tang specialty restaurant “DRAGON HOT POT,” operated by 株式会社D.H, and apparel brand “#FR2” will be sold exclusively at the Kanda store from Oct. 24.
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Price: ¥9,000 (tax included)
Price: ¥18,000 (tax included)
Price: ¥7,000 (tax included)
One of Japan’s largest selections, with more than 100 types of ingredients
Choose your preferred flavor and spice level from 8 soup varieties
Companies mentioned：株式会社D.H、DRAGON HOT POT、#FR2、Fxxking Rabbits