Make winter living more comfortable, even with electricity bills on your mind! Introducing Night Fall Café, a new series of heating accessories that blend into your interior
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株式会社ビックカメラ will launch Night Fall Café, a new series of heating accessories designed with interior aesthetics in mind, under its original brand ビックアイデア in October 2026.
ユニオン商事 decides to adopt ロビット’s TESRAY G Series AI visual inspection system
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株式会社ロビット installed the TESRAY G Series AI visual inspection system on ユニオン商事’s almond sorting line, automating visual sorting and standardizing quality.
Facts
About half of all employees are engaged in the almond sorting process
More than half are expected to reach retirement age within 10 years
New release from BFIVE’s COLLEGE BASKETBALL COLLECTION
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株式会社フラスコ１００ｃｃ, operator of the basketball apparel brand BFIVE, released the second installment of its COLLEGE BASKETBALL COLLECTION, created in collaboration with ペンシルベニア大学, ミシガン大学 and ハワイ大学, on Oct. 23, 2026.
SBI Traceability’s SHIMENAWA (しめなわ) selected for a hometown tax donation pilot project in 磐田市
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The SHIMENAWA traceability service provided by SBIトレーサビリティ株式会社 has been selected for a hometown tax donation pilot project conducted by 磐田市, Shizuoka Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：SBIトレーサビリティ株式会社、磐田市、株式会社Uni Tag
Announcement of the Engineer Friendly City Fukuoka Award 2026 ceremony
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Fukuoka City announced the winners of the Engineer Friendly City Fukuoka Award 2026 and will hold an awards ceremony on Oct. 30. FE Yatai and エンジニアたちのゆるっと数学勉強会 were selected in the community category, and 株式会社ライブリンクス in the corporate category.
Over 30,000 advance registrations! The smartphone game Takarazuka Revue Digital Card Collection My Gallery launches today, Friday, Oct. 23! Special promotions tied to theaters and facilities are also planned.
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株式会社HEARTBEATS launched Takarazuka Revue Digital Card Collection My Gallery on Oct. 23, 2026, in collaboration with Takarazuka Creative Arts. Advance registrations exceeded 30,000, and login bonuses and coin campaigns are underway. In-person promotions linked to the service are also being held at venues including the Takarazuka Grand Theater and Takarazuka Hotel.
PartnerProp wins “Leader” for 7 consecutive terms in the Agency Management System category of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall
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株式会社パートナープロップ, provider of PRM, has won “Leader” for 7 consecutive terms in the Agency Management System category of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall. It scored 4.8 out of 5 for satisfaction and received high ratings across company sizes.
Shibuya Font Lab on the 7th floor of 東急プラザ原宿 “Harakado” to become a HIP HOP FLOOR for 1 day only
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一般社団法人シブヤフォント will take part in the cultural festival ROLL & BOUNCE FES, to be held on Nov. 3, 2026, and open Shibuya Font Lab on the 7th floor of 東急プラザ原宿 “Harakado” as a HIP HOP FLOOR.
ZIPAIR and Bounce partner to tackle congestion caused by luggage carried by visitors to Japan
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Bounce, Inc. and ZIPAIR Tokyo have launched a partnership to ease congestion caused by luggage carried by visitors to Japan, and will promote Bounce’s luggage storage service through the ZIPAIR official website.
Facts
4,000 cities worldwide
More than 32,000 locations
650 cities nationwide
More than 5,500 locations
Supports 11 languages
Compensation of up to 1 million yen
Companies mentioned：Bounce, Inc.、Bounce、株式会社ZIPAIR Tokyo、ZIPAIR、ZIPAIR Tokyo、Bounce Japan 合同会社
In the age of AI search, how should companies respond to declining FAQ traffic? Free webinar on the value of support only people can provide, based on 115,000 actual user posts, to be held October 28 (Wed.)
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株式会社オーケーウェブ will hold a free webinar on October 28, 2026, explaining the value of support only people can provide, using 115,000 actual user posts to address the challenge of declining FAQ traffic in the age of AI search.
Yamagata Prefecture’s Yonezawa City × TERMINA to hold the “Yonezawa Delicious Food Festival”!
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株式会社錦糸町ステーションビル will hold the “Yonezawa Delicious Food Festival” in collaboration with Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, on October 31, 2026, and November 1, at the event space “TERMINA Switch” in front of the south ticket gates of JR Kinshicho Station. The program will include direct delivery from the production area via the Shinkansen high-speed freight service “Hakobyun,” a sales promotion led by the mayor, and tastings.
【kokolo sauna®】Developing a new chiller for cold plunge baths that achieves single-digit water temperatures using a household 100V power supply〈Patent pending〉
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INSIGHT WORKS株式会社 developed a new chiller that achieves single-digit water temperatures (below 10°C) using a household 100V power supply and demonstrated it at GARDEX2026.
Driving progress in sales-channel development and joint projects between startups and major companies｜イノベーション総研 launches “Kigyo Musubi”
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株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 will launch “Kigyo Musubi,” a business partnership service, in October 2026 for startups seeking to develop sales channels with major companies or pursue joint development. Registration is free, and any paid services, such as introductions or project support, will be agreed upon before they are provided.
アールスリーインスティテュート to exhibit jointly at “ResorTech EXPO 2026 in Okinawa”
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有限会社アールスリーインスティテュート will exhibit jointly with 株式会社システック沖縄, サイボウズ株式会社, and 株式会社GlobalB at “ResorTech EXPO 2026 in Okinawa,” to be held at Okinawa Suntory Arena on November 19 and 20, 2026. At 株式会社システック沖縄’s booth, the company will showcase “gusuku Customine” and “gusuku Fluxon,” cloud tools that use kintone and generative AI.
Facts
November 19 (Thu.) and 20 (Fri.), 2026
On a scale of 10,000 people
Booth number: P-07
10:00〜17:00
Founded in 2000
Companies mentioned：有限会社アールスリーインスティテュート、株式会社システック沖縄、サイボウズ株式会社、株式会社GlobalB、ResorTech EXPO in Okinawa 実行委員会
【New opening】Rice ball specialty shop “Musubiya” to grand-open at “Food Mall Nagatsuta” inside Nagatsuta Station on October 28, 2026 (Wed.)!
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株式会社東急グルメフロント will open “Musubiya,” a new takeout rice ball specialty shop, at “Food Mall Nagatsuta” inside Nagatsuta Station on October 28, 2026. The shop will use “Milky Princess” as its main ingredient and offer carefully selected fillings from across Japan, from Hokkaido to Okinawa.
PERSOL WORK SWITCH CONSULTING is opening second-round applications for the “Toyota Digital Academy,” which it operates under contract from 豊田市. The program is tuition-free, open to people with no prior experience, and uses a pre-training matching model to help participants find jobs or change careers at companies in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture.
【Youth Now! Youth Trend Survey】Gen Z has its own rules for supporting favorite idols. Qualitative research with young women identifies 5 approaches to spending management and decision-making
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“Youth Now!,” operated by 株式会社Reaplus, conducted a qualitative survey of young women who continue to engage in fan activities. The results showed that Gen Z has its own rules for managing spending (5 rules), such as protecting savings, balancing spending with everyday purchases, and prioritizing in-person experiences.
～Queensland, northeastern Australia～ Official emblem unveiled for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
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クイーンズランド州政府観光局 has unveiled the official emblem for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Featuring a parrot motif, the emblem was divided into 6 parts and unveiled around the state. The Games are scheduled to run from July 23 to September 5, 2032.
Pokémon’s Gholdengo will appear in pure gold at the “Great Gold Exhibition” opening at 札幌三越 on Friday, October 30!
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株式会社SGC will sell a pure-gold Gholdengo from “Pokémon” (approximately 15g) at the “Great Gold Exhibition,” opening at 札幌三越 on October 30, 2026, and will feature special displays of life-size golden statues of Gholdengo and Pikachu.
Facts
K24 Gholdengo: 1,540,000 yen
Approx. 15 g in weight
Approx. 730 sheets of gold leaf
K18 Orin, 2.5-sun〈made by 石川広明〉9,119,000 yen
K24 miniature Sheep 3,025,000 yen
K24 Dosanko Medal “未 (Mirai)” 1,100,000 yen
Processing fee: 220 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社SGC、札幌三越、任天堂、クリーチャーズ、GAME FREAK inc.
【角上魚類】Fresh seafood specialists’ seriously good octopus-popping “baby octopus takoyaki” comes to the Kanto region! After expanding sales from the Teradomari flagship store and becoming a major hit with daily queues, it will go on weekend-only sale at the Soka store from October 31, following the Kawaguchi store!
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角上魚類ホールディングス, which operates fresh seafood specialty stores, is bringing its popular “baby octopus takoyaki” from its Teradomari flagship store to the Kanto region. Following the Kawaguchi store, it will also go on weekend-only sale at the Soka store from October 31.
Function creates beauty. A kettle that feels good to use every day, with a unique double structure and precise temperature control: “Re・De Kettle” launches October 30, 2026
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株式会社A-Stage will launch the “Re・De Kettle,” a temperature-adjustable electric kettle from its wellness brand “Re・De,” on October 30, 2026.
［TTNE］× BTS co-developed ARIH (アリ) is giving away non-sale collaboration sauna hats to 100 winners by lottery! Free distribution of ARIH Dual Biotic Soda will also take place at 3 popular sauna facilities in Tokyo
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TTNE株式会社 will hold the collaboration campaign “ARIH × SAUNA with [TTNE]” from October 22 to December 13, 2026, featuring ARIH Dual Biotic Soda, co-developed with popular South Korean artist BTS. The campaign will give away 100 non-sale “ARIH ver [TTNE]” sauna hats by lottery and distribute the soda free of charge at 3 popular saunas in Tokyo.
Why is studio apartment investing said to be unprofitable? “ワンルーム投資・収支1万円よくする君” launches a rent increase potential assessment
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株式会社フロンティア launched a rent increase potential assessment through “ワンルーム投資・収支1万円よくする君” on October 23, 2026. The service works with 41 partner companies, including financial institutions and rental management companies, to offer free proposals and support for improving property income and expenses.
55.8% of special nursing homes for the elderly posted deficits in FY Reiwa 7 results — Preliminary results of the FY Reiwa 7 survey on financial conditions
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According to a preliminary survey by 公益社団法人全国老人福祉施設協議会, 55.8% of special nursing homes for the elderly posted deficits in their FY Reiwa 7 results, with the operating margin falling into negative territory. As wage and price increases have not been adequately reflected in care service fees, the association called on 厚生労働省 for a bold increase in funding.
[Comics released today] Yamamori Poteto’s “ウケ専ボーイは神テク男子とセフレになりたい！ more！！” goes on sale October 23! A high-energy romance between a doting man with incredible skills and a beloved Kansai-dialect speaker! The cohabitation arc finally begins!
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株式会社ホーム社 will release the comic “ウケ専ボーイは神テク男子とセフレになりたい！ more！！” by Yamamori Poteto on October 23. The cohabitation arc begins, and information about bookstore giveaways and digital bookstore bonuses has been announced.
“The Movie: Nintama Rantaro: The Strongest Strategist of the Dokutake Ninja Team” Experience Exhibition — “A Look Back at Ninja Missions” opens in Hiroshima on December 25, 2026!
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An experience exhibition for “The Movie: Nintama Rantaro: The Strongest Strategist of the Dokutake Ninja Team,” organized by 株式会社シーズ・ライブ, a subsidiary of 株式会社オリグレス, will be held at NTT Cred Hall in Hiroshima Prefecture from December 25, 2026.
Selected for 経済産業省’s FY Reiwa 7 supplementary budget project, “Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Project, etc. (Large-Scale Demonstration: Non-ASEAN Member Countries)”
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Toyota Tsusho and Toho Gas have been selected for 経済産業省’s FY Reiwa 7 supplementary budget project and plan to launch a demonstration project in Brazil in July 2028 to produce biogas from sugarcane residue.
Accelerate your business with Codex. デジライズ launches “Codex Corporate Deployment Support,” assisting businesses with Codex adoption, powered by GPT-6 Astra, from document creation and data analysis to business tool development
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株式会社デジライズ launched “Codex Corporate Deployment Support” on October 26, 2026, a service that helps companies adopt OpenAI’s Codex, which supports GPT-6 Astra, for tasks including document creation, data analysis and business tool development.
Facts
Launch date: October 26, 2026
Capital: ¥68,568,800
More than 600 companies cumulatively
Supporting AI adoption for more than 50,000 people
46-page textbook
8 practical templates
A representative will contact you within 3 business days
The character behind a collaboration with a popular garage brand is coming to Harajuku! “UNBY-kun” 3D-printed figures go on sale in limited quantities from October 31 (Saturday)
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UNBY株式会社 will sell “UNBY-kun,” a collaboration figure featuring Shim.くん, the character of popular outdoor brand Shim Craft, in limited quantities exclusively at its Harajuku store from October 31, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
In 2013
2021
Companies mentioned：UNBY株式会社、UNBY GENERAL GOODS STORE、Shim Craft、master-piece、AS2OV、Cote&Ciel、MINIMAL WORKS、CABIN ZERO
[Butters] Long-term pop-up store at 阪神梅田本店 from October 28 (Wednesday)
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Butters, a craft butter sweets brand operated by 株式会社HiOLI, will open a long-term pop-up store at 阪神梅田本店 from October 28, 2026, selling limited-edition sets and regular products.
株式会社コシダカ will run a tie-up campaign for the film “昨夜は殺れたかも” at カラオケまねきねこ from October 23, 2026. The campaign will feature a special video of the theme song available exclusively on E-bo and promotional video screenings at all locations.
Facts
725 stores nationwide (as of the end of Sept. 2026)
Begins October 23, 2026 (Friday)
829 stores in 5 countries worldwide, including Japan (as of the end of September 2026)
Original資本金：40億70百万円（2026年2月末現在）
Sales: 80.401 billion yen (consolidated, fiscal year ended August 2026)
9 IT companies that have expanded into Wakayama Prefecture to take part! Career research seminar for students and prospective UI-turn migrants to be held on December 16 (Wednesday)
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Wakayama Prefecture will hold a career research seminar on December 16 for students from inside and outside the prefecture and prospective UI-turn migrants, with 9 IT companies that have expanded into the prefecture taking part.
New hotel “Toyoko Inn Kyoto Nagaokakyo” to begin taking reservations on October 23
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株式会社東横イン will begin taking reservations on October 23 for Toyoko Inn Kyoto Nagaokakyo, scheduled to open on January 22, 2027. It will be the company’s 7th hotel in Kyoto Prefecture and bring its domestic total to 355 locations.
Facts
On Friday, October 23
Scheduled to open Friday, January 22, 2027
With locations in all 47 prefectures
Will bring the domestic total to 355 locations
Will be the 7th location in Kyoto Prefecture
A 7-minute walk from JR Nagaokakyo Station
A 5-minute walk from Hankyu Nagaoka-Tenjin Station
[Webinar] Nov. 26 (Thu.): How to make data collection and utilization more than just theory — an explanation of design and implementation points for data lake/DWH/EAI integration
“Ubiregi” integrates with tax-free system “Smart Detax”
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株式会社ユビレジ has integrated with the tax-free system “Smart Detax” from スマートテクノロジーズ＆リソーシーズ株式会社, supporting the new tax-free system, the “refund method,” launching on Nov. 1, 2026.
The “SpoGOMI Koshien 2026 Oita Prefectural Tournament” was held. The team that prevailed in the fierce competition was 楊志館高等学校’s “Moral Education Squad ‘Pick It Up!’ Pink, Black and Yellow”! A total of 48 people took part, collecting 35.12 kg of trash!
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The “SpoGOMI Koshien 2026 Oita Prefectural Tournament,” organized by 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 and OBS大分放送, was held. The 楊志館高等学校 team won, and the 48 participants collected 35.12 kg of trash.
[New release] The “Schaefer MATCHA” collection, born from the affinity between “tea ceremony” and “writing,” launches from writing instrument brand シェーファー
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ダイヤモンド株式会社 will launch “シェーファー MATCHA,” a new collection born from the affinity between “tea ceremony” and “writing,” from writing instrument brand “シェーファー” on Oct. 23, 2026.
“Shonan Jewel 2026-2027,” recognized as one of Japan's 三 major illumination events, opens in December with a festival of light and color across Enoshima
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Enoshima Electric Railway is participating in “Shonan Jewel 2026-2027,” recognized as one of Japan's 三 major illumination events. The event will run for 90 days, from Dec. 1, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027.
130 years since his birth: Bringing the spirit of “Ame ni mo Makezu” into the present — Kenji Miyazawa as told by the family of his younger brother Seiroku
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To mark the 130th anniversary of Kenji Miyazawa's birth, a lecture featuring Kazuki Miyazawa, grandson of his younger brother Seiroku, will be held on Dec. 4, 2026, at the Aimu Women's General Center in Tachikawa.
オークリー will release 3 limited-quantity models from its MUZM collection on Oct. 23, reimagining its archival classic “Straight Jacket® 99” with modern technology.
The 3rd collaboration! A new recipe video featuring “Liquid Shio Koji,” “Pork and Salt Hot Pot,” will be released on Saturday, Oct. 24, on the YouTube channel “Ryuji's Buzz Recipe”!
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ハナマルキ株式会社 is collaborating with culinary researcher Ryuji to release a video for a new recipe using “Liquid Shio Koji,” “Pork and Salt Hot Pot,” on Oct. 24. It will also begin shipping limited-design bottles in late October 2026.
Facts
Selected for 3 consecutive years
Shipping begins sequentially from late October 2026
Launching “Sasaeru Tech,” a YouTube channel shining a light on “work that supports others” — first video released at the same time
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VISH株式会社 launched “Sasaeru Tech,” a YouTube channel showcasing the appeal of work that supports others, on Oct. 23, 2026, and released its first video, following teacher Kana Hagiwara of 南八幡幼稚園 through a day in her life.
The print edition of legendary sci-fi comic “MOONLIGHT MILE” returns after approximately 14 years! Latest volume 24 set for release from ナンバーナイン on Friday, Oct. 23
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株式会社ナンバーナイン announced that the print edition of sci-fi manga “MOONLIGHT MILE” by Yasuo Ohtagaki will resume after approximately 14 years with volume 24, to be released on Oct. 23, 2026.
[New release] “Saint-Tropez Yuzu Lemon Cake,” where the sunshine of Saint-Tropez in southern France meets Japanese yuzu
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株式会社菓匠三全 will begin seasonal sales of “Saint-Tropez Yuzu Lemon Cake,” a new baked confection inspired by Saint-Tropez in southern France and Japanese yuzu, on Oct. 28, 2026.
Actor Anne Suzuki creates an original cover for a limited run of 150 copies. ZINE “祝福-Shukupuku-,” born from a community where members nurture their talents together, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 23
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“祝福-Shukupuku-,” a ZINE from “Share Atelier Pukupuku,” a creative community led by actor Anne Suzuki, will go on sale on Oct. 23, 2026. An exhibition will also open in Kyoto on the same day.
[Ekispert] Survey on attitudes toward congestion on public transportation
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株式会社ヴァル研究所 surveyed users of the route search service Ekispert about congestion on public transportation and released findings on congestion during holiday periods, ways to avoid it, and acceptable increases in travel time and additional fees.
ビジネス インサイダー ジャパン appoints 三ツ村 崇志 as news editor-in-chief
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Business Insider Japan, operated by 株式会社メディアジーン, appointed 三ツ村崇志 as news editor-in-chief and 高阪のぞみ as managing editor, effective November 1, 2026. The publication will mark the 10th anniversary of its Japanese edition in January 2027.
Facts
Effective Nov. 1, 2026
The Japanese edition will mark its 10th anniversary in January 2027
10th anniversary of the Japanese edition
The Japanese edition will mark its 10th anniversary on January 16, 2027
Will Smart to hold “Regional Transportation DX Forum 2026” to discuss the future of local transportation together
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株式会社Will Smart held the “Regional Transportation DX Forum 2026” on October 14, 2026, jointly with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, to discuss solutions to local transportation challenges and the promotion of digital transformation.
Selected demonstration projects by startups and others to promote travel around the prefecture by foreign visitors using Chubu Centrair International Airport
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愛知県 selected 4 companies for demonstration projects aimed at encouraging foreign visitors using Chubu Centrair International Airport to travel around the prefecture.
“Automatic dock assignment” feature launched for the truck reservation/受付 system “Truckbo”
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ハコベル株式会社 has launched an “automatic dock assignment” feature for its truck reservation/受付 system “Truckbo,” which automatically designates the dock a truck should go to.
Original1本の針で24時間を表現するTACS「DAY AND NIGHT 38mm」。新たなサイズで日本限定カラーも登場！
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マーサインターナショナル will release DAY AND NIGHT 38mm from Japan-origin design watch brand TACS on October 23. The case diameter has been reduced from 41mm to 38mm, and 2 models have been added in Japan-exclusive colors: Sand Earth Brown and Flare Gold.
[Webinar] GTM consultation session No. 2: “Common pitfalls in trigger design explained — Do you have a large number of similar triggers?” Held November 4 (Wednesday) at 12:00
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Priv Tech株式会社 will hold a free online seminar at 12:00 on November 4, 2026, explaining common pitfalls in GTM trigger design.
[Definitive guide] “TikTok Shop Year-End Sales: Complete Guide” released. Sales peak on the 2nd day of the sale, with home appliances and food leading the growth — Strategies for year-end success explained using actual sales data
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株式会社A has released its “Complete Guide to Year-End Sales,” based on actual TikTok Shop sales data for December 2025. Total sales were 5.26 billion yen, up 35% from the previous month. The categories with the standout growth rates were home appliances (+85%) and food and drinks (+76%).
Facts
Total sales in December 2025 were 5.26 billion yen
+35% month on month
Daily average: 169 million yen
Maximum: 320 million yen (December 23)
Home appliances (+85%)
Food and drinks (+76%)
Seafood (+509%)
Total sales reached 8.69 billion yen in just the first 20 days of October 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社A、TikTok、TikTok Shop、Astream Deep、TikTok Shop Japan
[New release] A new series in which players solve mysteries using songs and lyrics! 『モイワショーギクラブ 真冬のドライブ』 set for release!
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札幌市 board game maker ClaGla (株式会社クラグラ) announced that it will release a new series in which players solve mysteries by listening to music, 『モイワショーギクラブ 真冬のドライブ』, on November 19, 2026. Early sales will begin November 13, exclusively for members of ClaGla’s official LINE account.
Facts
Nov. 19, 2026
Nov. 13, 2026
2,750 yen
1–2 players
60 minutes
12 years old
350,000 copies
Companies mentioned：ClaGla、株式会社クラグラ、Amazon、Sapporo Game Space
GIC/Elith passes first-round screening in the Financial Innovation category of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Tokyo Financial Award 2026”
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株式会社Elith passed the first-round screening in the Financial Innovation category of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Tokyo Financial Award 2026.” The entry was “VitaPort,” a next-generation robo-advisor jointly developed with GIC; 14 entries passed from among 171 applications.
Hanaemi folic acid supplement made by baby-care products manufacturer 雪印ビーンスターク: 100 product testers wanted!
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雪印ビーンスターク is recruiting 100 free product testers for its Hanaemi folic acid supplement. 10 people will be appointed ambassadors from among those who post, and will receive up to 1 year’s supply.
Facts
Seeking 100 participants
10 people will be selected
Up to 1 year’s supply
Applications accepted through Thursday, November 5, 2026
HyperX expands its gaming microphone lineup with the announcement of the HyperX SoloCast 2 Pro Gaming USB Condenser Microphone
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株式会社日本HP will begin selling the HyperX-branded gaming microphone “SoloCast 2 Pro” on October 30, and will release new colors for existing products on the same day.
[Report] CRE Forum lecture report published: “New Trends in Logistics DX: How Voice Translation Is Changing On-Site Operations—Practical Ways to Use the Latest AI Interpretation Solutions to Make Foreign Staff Immediately Effective”
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株式会社シーアールイー has published a report on a lecture at a CRE Forum held on September 30, 2026. The report presents examples of how ポケトーク株式会社’s AI interpreting device “Pocketalk” is used in logistics operations, along with know-how on quickly integrating foreign staff into the workforce and promoting their retention.
ServiceNow announces the third generation of its employee-centric AI harness, enabling employees to build and use AI for their own work
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ServiceNow announced the third generation of “ServiceNow EmployeeWorks,” which enables employees to build and use AI agents without coding. The offering includes development efficiencies powered by ToolSmith, HR-related Productivity Assistants, and impact assessments based on customer examples.
Facts
More than 75,000 APIs
9 out of 10 questions
More than 5,000 hours
Reduced by 60%
The completion rate reached 97%
Companies mentioned：ServiceNow Japan合同会社、ServiceNow、ServiceNow, Inc.、Salvation Army Australia、INRY、Cprime、Findem、Phenom
Immersive mystery-solving stay plan “If You Could Have Just One Wish Come True,” created by タカラッシュ, available at グランドニッコー東京 台場 from December 1, 2026
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The immersive mystery-solving stay plan “If You Could Have Just One Wish Come True,” created by 株式会社タカラッシュ, will be available at グランドニッコー東京 台場 from December 1, 2026.
Collaboration items with the timeless classic “11 Cats” go on sale October 27 (Tue.)
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タビオ株式会社 will release collaboration socks with the picture book “11 Cats” on October 27, 2026. The collection includes 4 printed designs and 3 embroidered designs, and orders will also open for matching parent-and-child sets.
Facts
On sale from October 27, 2026 (Tue.)
4 printed designs
3 embroidered designs
Available at 220 stores (as of the end of September 2026)
[Fukuoka, Toho Village] THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA- launches its exclusive 25% discount “Travel Kyushu and Show Your Support Plan”
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サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 has launched glampark’s exclusive 25% discount “Travel Kyushu and Show Your Support Plan” at THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA-, a dog-friendly lodging facility in Toho Village, Fukuoka Prefecture. The offer is valid from October 15, 2026, through January 31, 2027, and is available to adults only.
Facts
25% OFF
Oct. 15, 2026
January 31, 2027
Companies mentioned：サステナブルホールディングス株式会社、THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA-、glampark
ラコステ will release the third collection in its special collaboration with the film “Godzilla-0.0,” “LACOSTE/Godzilla-0.0,” on November 1, 2026. The limited collection comprises 5 styles: 4 T-shirt designs featuring original graphics by director Takashi Yamazaki and 1 cap design. It will be sold at select stores and online in Japan and Europe.
Long-sleeved T-shirt from the 湘南モノレール×OJICO collaboration makes its pre-sale debut!
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OJICO（有限会社チャンネルアッシュ） will begin pre-sales of “湘南モノレール×OJICO 2026,” a long-sleeved T-shirt inspired by a Shonan Monorail train. It will be sold at an event at Shonan-Enoshima Station Building on October 31 and at a pop-up shop in Ofuna Lumine Wing from October 31 through November 9.
[Krispy Kreme Doughnuts × ヌテラ®] The hugely popular collaboration returns with a new twist! A new item featuring sweet-and-tart strawberries joins the lineup! 3 sweet “winter treat” doughnuts from the 2 brands
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クリスピー・クリーム・ドーナツ・ジャパン株式会社 and 日本フェレロ株式会社 are collaborating to offer 3 doughnut varieties made with “ヌテラ®” for a limited time from November 1, 2026.
株式会社リトプラ and タカラトミー announced plans to open “Takara Tomy Planet Hiroshima Pacela,” a next-generation toy and play park using XR technology, in spring 2027 at the Motomachi Cred-Pacela commercial complex in Hiroshima. It will be the 3rd location and the first in western Japan.
Facts
Spring 2027
3rd store
Approximately 103 tsubo
Companies mentioned：株式会社リトプラ、株式会社タカラトミー、タカラトミー、Litpla Inc.
[Nov. 11 event with networking reception] GO Job, which has grown 1.5 times year over year, shares its winning strategy for recruitment services in the AI era — co-hosted by Porters and Potentialight
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ポーターズ株式会社 and 株式会社ポテンシャライト will co-host “A Winning Strategy for Recruitment Services in a New Era: Insights from AI, Tech and Organizational Strategy” in Tokyo on November 11, 2026. Speakers from GOジョブ株式会社, Potentialight and Porters will discuss the use of AI and organizational strategy, among other topics. GO Job has grown 1.5 times year over year.
Facts
1.5 times the previous year’s level
Capacity: 100 people
Potential to improve productivity by approximately 40%
Cut 20 hours of work per month
HR support for approximately 350 companies to date
Approximately 500 overseas buyers from 23 countries and regions, including Taiwan, South Korea and Thailand, set to attend agricultural trade shows
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In October 2026, 3 trade shows covering agriculture, food service and food exports will be held jointly at Marine Messe Fukuoka, with approximately 500 overseas buyers expected from 23 countries and regions, including Taiwan, South Korea and Thailand. The event is organized by 一般社団法人日本能率協会.
A record for the most AR glasses synchronized simultaneously achieved at Gugenka's Hatsune Miku: Night Sky Program 2026!
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At the Hatsune Miku: Night Sky Program 2026, hosted by Gugenka, XREAL held a special event operating approximately 200 optical see-through AR glasses simultaneously, achieving a world-first record for the largest number.
Facts
Approximately 7,100 people attended over 3 days
Operate approximately 200 optical see-through AR glasses simultaneously
◆ First professional baseball player from 関西大学's baseball club in 2 years ◆ Pitcher Yuto Yonezawa selected first overall by 千葉ロッテマリーンズ ～The left-hander was instrumental in winning the national championship for the first time in 54 years／Expected to shine as a pro～
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Pitcher Yuto Yonezawa of 関西大学's baseball club was selected first overall by 千葉ロッテマリーンズ in the 2026 Professional Baseball Draft, making him the first professional player from the university in 2 years.
“Bright colors for every day.” Eyeglasses collaboration between メガネの愛眼's POCOPRouge and Wpc. Patterns now on sale!
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メガネの愛眼 will begin selling the POCOP Rouge×Wpc. Patterns collaboration eyeglasses with Wpc. Patterns on October 23, 2026. The price is ¥18,900 (tax included).
The second installment of the popular Dragon Ball×VENEX recovery wear collaboration launches October 23 (Friday), available at participating stores and online
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株式会社ベネクス will begin selling COMFORT PUNCH SETUP, the second installment of its recovery wear collaboration with Dragon Ball, on October 23, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
14:00 on the same day
¥23,100 each
60% cotton
40% polyester
More than 260 million copies worldwide in total
A cumulative total of 2.6 million pieces in the series
University students guide visitors through Shimane's attractions using “Easy Japanese”! “Discover Shimane's Attractions! Easy Japanese Tour” to be held【島根県立大学】
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島根県立大学 will hold an “Easy Japanese” tour for people of foreign nationalities, guided by university students. It will take place at 石見銀山（大森町） on November 15, 2026, and participants must pay ¥1,760 for meals.
Joint press conference held for social conference BEYOND2026.
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京都リサーチパーク株式会社, 株式会社taliki and 京都市 have formed the BEYOND Executive Committee and announced that they will hold the social conference BEYOND2026 on October 30 and 31, 2026.
A child's wish for “a prize like this” becomes a real product! “Original Goods Idea Grand Prize” children's division second-place winner Gabutto Alien finally becomes a prize!
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株式会社東洋 has turned Gabutto Alien, selected as the second-place winner in the children's division of the Original Goods Idea Grand Prize, into a claw machine prize. It will begin appearing at participating locations from October 21.
日立ソリューションズ formulates “Basic Policy on Customer Harassment”【Announcement】
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株式会社日立ソリューションズ has formulated a Basic Policy on Customer Harassment to build good relationships with customers and business partners and create a healthy and safe work environment for employees.
Control all your photography equipment from a smartphone, tablet or PC. General-purpose smart astrophotography controller SYNLINK launches
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株式会社サイトロンジャパン will launch SYNLINK, a smart astrophotography controller from the astronomy brand Sky-Watcher, on October 23, 2026. The product lets users control photography equipment from a smartphone or PC, supports mounts and cameras from a range of manufacturers, and includes a USB hub. Suggested retail price: ¥97,900, tax included.
Open beta version of Yayoi's AI Bookkeeping Service now available
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弥生株式会社 has launched the open beta version of its bookkeeping solution for accounting firms, Yayoi's AI Bookkeeping Service. The closed beta, conducted in advance in August 2026, was used by 57 firms, and 81% said they wanted to continue using it after the official launch. The service automatically generates highly accurate journal entries without requiring prompt management and can integrate with ZEXT. Feedback is being collected ahead of the planned official release in spring 2027.
バーガーキング® to grand-open 2 stores in October! そよらつくば学園の森店 in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, opens Sunday, October 25; 下丸子駅前店 in Ota, Tokyo, opens Friday, October 30! Nationwide store count to reach 385!
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株式会社ビーケー・ジャパン will open 2 new バーガーキング® locations in Ibaraki Prefecture and Tokyo in October 2026, bringing its nationwide total to 385 stores. It also announced plans to reach 600 stores by the end of 2028.
“Autumn Photo Contest 2026” to be held on Instagram!
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Tobu Top Tours will hold the “Autumn Photo Contest 2026” on Instagram from October 24 to November 29, 2026. The contest has received approximately ９万 entries to date. To enter, post with the hashtag “#スゴ得2026秋.” Prizes include Amazon gift cards.
【ビアードパパ × 桔梗信玄餅】“桔梗信玄餅シュー,” recreating the flavor of the famous confection, makes its debut! A chewy yet crispy cream puff topped with mochi, kuromitsu and kinako goes on sale for a limited time from November 1
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株式会社DAY TO LIFE’s cream puff specialty shop ビアードパパ will offer “桔梗信玄餅シュー,” a collaboration product with Yamanashi confectionery maker 桔梗屋, for a limited time from November 1, 2026.
Facts
Price: 390 yen (tax included)
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Monday, Nov. 30
Companies mentioned：株式会社DAY TO LIFE、ビアードパパ、株式会社桔梗屋、桔梗屋
A fresh-cut Christmas tree with colorful, pop decorations arrives! “TORANOMON HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026” to be held
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“TORANOMON HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026” will be held at Toranomon Hills, operated by 森ビル株式会社, from November 12 to December 25, 2026. The Station Atrium will be decorated with 13 fresh-cut trees and large balloons, while T-デッキ and the Step Garden will also feature illuminations. Limited-edition gourmet offerings will be available from businesses including AM STRAM GRAM and BENOIT NIHANT, and TOKYO NODE will host a solo exhibition by YOSHIROTTEN.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Friday, Dec. 25
13 fresh-cut Christmas trees
Up to approximately 2 m in diameter
Approximately 6 m fresh-cut tree
Price: \6,000
Price: \5,778
Price: \5,200
Price: \1,450
EAT IN ¥1,500
Companies mentioned：森ビル株式会社、To/&co.、ŌURA、AM STRAM GRAM、BENOIT NIHANT、LE CAFÉ LA BOUTIQUE de Joël Robuchon、赤坂おぎ乃 和甘、dam pub、TOKYO NODE