【アパマンショップ】Christmas mugs to be gifted to children’s homes nationwide
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As part of its support for “Tokyo Christmas Market 2026,” APAMAN株式会社 will carry out a social contribution initiative, gifting Christmas mugs designed by graphic artist Kayo Horaguchi to children’s homes nationwide.
MELS PLAN × mojojojo: A little joy for everyday peace of mind. Campaign announcement
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株式会社メニコン will launch a collaboration campaign between its subscription contact lens service メルスプラン and character brand mojojojo from October 22, 2026, giving gifts to new members.
Kento Sukama, pizzaiolo at 大阪・堺「青いナポリウミソバ」, places 2nd in the world in the Innovativa category at the “Pizza World Cup 2026”
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株式会社バルニバービ’s pizzeria 青いナポリウミソバ will sell 2 award-winning pizzas by its pizzaiolo, Kento Sukama, who placed 2nd at the world competition “Pizza World Cup 2026,” for a limited time from November 1.
HoYoverse’s first slow-life game, “プチプラネット,” release preview program set to stream on November 1!
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A release preview program for HoYoverse’s first slow-life game, “プチプラネット,” is set to stream on November 1, 2026. The game is scheduled for worldwide release this winter, and pre-registration is now open.
Introducing “Grape Soy Milk,” the latest autumn release from rom&nd’s hugely popular Soy Milk Edition! A tint set in mellow shades, packaged to look just like soy milk, is now available in limited quantities
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Korean cosmetics brand rom&nd is operated by iFamily SC Co. Ltd., founded in 2016. Its latest popular Soy Milk Edition release is a tint set in packaging inspired by the autumn-themed “Grape Soy Milk,” now available in limited quantities.
Ultra-thin wireless 4K OLED TV “LG OLED evo AI W6” named to TIME誌’s “The Best Inventions of 2026”
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LG Electronics’ ultra-thin wireless 4K OLED TV, “LG OLED evo AI W6,” was selected in the consumer electronics category for TIME誌’s “The Best Inventions of 2026.”
Facts
Body is 9.95mm thin
At a distance of up to approximately 10m
Approximately 35％ smaller than the previous model
World No. 1 in OLED TV market share for 13 consecutive years
300 entries selected
It has more than 75,000 employees
Global sales in 2025 were approximately 89.2 trillion won
【Holiday season limited】Smith & Wollensky GINZA to begin reservations for its “Festive Course” on Friday, October 23
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New York-based steakhouse Smith & Wollensky GINZA will offer its special holiday-season “Festive Course” for a limited time from Dec. 23 through 27. Reservations open on Oct. 23.
Facts
Reservations open on Friday, Oct. 23.
Available for 5 days only, from Dec. 23 to Dec. 27.
The Tani Yuuki and FILA collaboration sneakers go on sale Friday, Oct. 23! Get your hands on this special pair, which blends music and fashion, at select シュープラザ and SPC stores and the official online shop.
Luup to participate in “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026”
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株式会社Luup will participate in “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026,” held from Nov. 2 to 8, 2026, and take part in sessions on the future of small mobility and safe transportation.
Roadside Station Haga’s first step toward expanding its prepared-food section: four flavors of fried chicken developed with “Romantei”
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レッドホースコーポレーション株式会社 developed 4 varieties of fried chicken from “Romantei” as the first step toward expanding the prepared-food section at Roadside Station Haga, and began selling them in October.
“Professor Yoro Talks About Life! Ep68: How Should We Live with Epilepsy?” now streaming on Audible!
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A podcast featuring anatomist Dr. Takeshi Yoro, whose “The Wall of Fools” series has sold a cumulative 7 million copies, discussing life, including how to live with epilepsy, is now streaming on Audible. It is also available on the VOOX app.
Facts
More than 7 million copies sold
Last year, when he turned 86
1 in 100 people has epilepsy
Original1話10分
6-part series
More than 700 episodes of content are currently available
“Just-Right Meetings | Between | A Radio Show That Questions It: Ep56: Needs | Between | Imposition — It’s a Home, Not a House” now streaming on the audio learning platform VOOX and Spotify!
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Episode 56 of “Just-Right Meetings | Between | A Radio Show That Questions It,” hosted by Yosuke Horikoshi and Hikaru Kashida, is now streaming on the audio learning platform VOOX, operated by Moon Creative Lab Inc., and on Spotify.
Facts
Original1話10分
6-part series
More than 700 episodes of content currently available
Showcase and 株式会社AnchorZ enter business partnership to strengthen impersonation countermeasures in the generative AI era through collaboration on authentication technology
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株式会社ショーケース and 株式会社AnchorZ have entered into a business partnership to develop a new security solution to strengthen impersonation countermeasures in the generative AI era, integrating Showcase’s “ProTech ID Checker” with “DZ Security®,” which includes AnchorZ’s “Background Authentication®.”
Facts
Securities code: 3909
In September 2026
More than 500 companies cumulatively (as of October 2026)
Brillia Takasaki Miyamotocho ALPHA RESIDENCIA: Model room grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. Partnership service with スズラン百貨店高崎店 set to launch, contributing to further regional revitalization
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東京建物株式会社 and 穴吹興産株式会 will hold the grand opening of the model room for “Brillia Takasaki Miyamotocho ALPHA RESIDENCIA,” a condominium development in Takasaki, on Oct. 24, 2026. Features include a partnership service with スズラン百貨店高崎店, the GOKINJO community app, the use of eagle-owl timber, and 100% renewable energy.
Give with a special touch: Holiday-season original gift wrapping launches Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
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トリンプ・インターナショナル・ジャパン will run a campaign starting Nov. 1, 2026, offering original gift wrapping in limited quantities to purchasers of eligible items from the premium lingerie collection FLORALE by Triumph.
Facts
Totaling at least 15,000 yen (tax included)
In 1886, in Heidenheim, Germany
Companies mentioned：トリンプ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社、FLORALE by Triumph、FLORALE Naturel、FLORALE LUXE、Triumph
Prime 1 Studio’s highly anticipated new release: “Legacy Art ‘Kentaro Miura’ Berserk: Guts & Griffith 1/4 Scale” — detailed review and livestream report
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株式会社プライム1スタジオ has released high-end statues of the “Berserk” characters Guts and Griffith, sculpted at 1/4 scale. Each is priced at ¥208,890, limited to 500 pieces, and scheduled for release from February to May 2028.
Shokz to launch 2 models in its JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure anime collaboration line on Oct. 23, 2026
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フォーカルポイント株式会社, the domestic distributor for Shokz社 in Japan, will launch 2 collaboration models with the “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” anime on Oct. 23, 2026.
Facts
Starting Oct. 23, 2026
15th anniversary
15th anniversary of the anime’s broadcast debut
12 voice clips across 2 models
Distortion reduced by 70%
Companies mentioned：フォーカルポイント株式会社、Shokz社、Apple inc.
“君の話” × “おむらいす亭” Movie Release Commemorative Collaboration Campaign! Running at all 31 “おむらいす亭” locations from Oct. 29 (Thu.)
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“おむらいす亭,” part of 株式会社焼肉坂井ホールディングス, will hold a collaboration campaign with the film “君の話” from Oct. 29. Customers who order a featured menu item at any of its 31 locations can scan a QR code and enter a drawing for movie tickets or merchandise.
[ドクターエア] Anniversary Special Campaign Starts Oct. 23 (Fri.)!
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株式会社ドリームファクトリー will hold an anniversary special campaign for its total body care brand “ドクターエア” on its official online store from Oct. 23, 2026. Eligible products will come with special discounts, limited-edition novelty items and free accessories.
The popular romance comic “年上の旦那様,” which has sold more than 5 million copies, is getting a short drama adaptation on “StellaJean”!
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株式会社BookLive has produced and begun streaming a short drama based on the popular romance comic “年上の旦那様,” which has sold more than 5 million copies, on the streaming service “StellaJean.”
Facts
More than 5 million copies sold
About 2.2 million total followers across social media
Nov. 7 is Hot Pot Day. Make the little hassle of preparing condiments easier. KEYUCA launches a handy mini chopper ideal for chopping small amounts of condiments
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河淳株式会社 launched its “Handy Mini Chopper for Condiments,” which makes it easy to finely chop small amounts of ingredients, on Oct. 19, 2026. It is also recommending related items such as clay pots and IH cooktops ahead of Hot Pot Day, and will run a campaign offering 10 times the usual points on all products from Oct. 16 to Nov. 3.
Making Yotsukaido even cleaner! “Good People, Good Town Clean-Up Campaign”
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Yotsukaido City will hold the “Good People, Good Town Clean-Up Campaign,” with Nov. 11 as its main event day. The campaign will include clean-up activities by businesses and individuals, a pre-event for parents and children, and a weeklong garbage collection drive.
株式会社ネイチャーラボ will begin advance sales of limited-edition products featuring classic Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse artwork from its hair care brand “myBoostars” at its official store on Oct. 23, 2026, followed by a drugstore launch on Nov. 1.
Enjoy “しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜”’s signature broth at home! Takeout and delivery launch for the luxurious autumn “Soy Milk Porcini Hot Pot” — a new addition to the “soup you can eat,” featuring 1/2 a day’s worth of domestically grown vegetables and carefully selected meat
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“しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜,” operated by 株式会社レインズインターナショナル, will launch its new autumn “Soy Milk Porcini Hot Pot” as a “soup you can eat” for takeout and delivery on Oct. 28, 2026, for a limited time.
Heso Production Supporting Match [2026 SEASON 10.25]: セレッソ大阪 vs ジェフユナイテッド千葉. “Myaku-Myaku,” the official character of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, is expected to attend!
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株式会社ヘソプロダクション is sponsoring the J.League match between セレッソ大阪 and ジェフユナイテッド千葉 on Oct. 25, 2026, and will hold events including an appearance by “Myaku-Myaku,” the official Expo character, and distribution of original merchandise.
Shonan no Kaze’s RED RICE makes an appearance at フォーエル! To mark the launch of new items from the golfwear brand KILEL, which he produces, two-shot photo events will be held at the Tsukuba and Okayama Nishinagase stores!
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フォーエル, operated by はるやま商事, will hold two-shot photo events at its Tsukuba and Okayama Nishinagase stores to mark the launch of new items from golfwear brand KILEL, produced by RED RICE of Shonan no Kaze.
Hokkaido’s Niseko accelerates its evolution into an all-season nature resort: “Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU” takes on new challenges this summer
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Tokyu Land Corporation and Tokyu Resorts & Stays announced that Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU welcomed more than 50,000 visitors in total during the 2026 green season and achieved high customer satisfaction. The resort boosted visitor numbers with a new gondola and events.
Celebrating the 35th anniversary of “Beauty and the Beast”! A new collection featuring elegant watercolor-style original artwork inspired by the world of the film will roll out at ディズニーストア from Oct. 30 (Fri.)
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Walt Disney Japan will release a new collection featuring original watercolor-style artwork to mark the 35th anniversary of “Beauty and the Beast,” online from Oct. 27 and in stores from Oct. 30.
LegalOn: AI helps manage deadlines for signed contracts and handle subsequent tasks
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株式会社LegalOn Technologies has launched a new feature on “LegalOn” to support users from managing contract deadlines and considering response policies to drafting documents.
Facts
More than 9,000 companies as of the end of July 2026
Capital and other funds: 20.15 billion yen (including capital reserves and other funds)
[HAY] Two highly anticipated new chairs, including one by Jasper Morrison, to be unveiled in Japan for the first time
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HAY TOKYO will participate in the design festival DESIGNART TOKYO and unveil in Japan for the first time 2 new chairs by Jasper Morrison and Gudmundur Ludvik.
Now streaming: “AmiVoice × FastSeries: Optimizing operator workflows through the latest integration — cutting-edge AI use from live calls to post-call tasks” (archived session)
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株式会社アドバンスト・メディア has begun streaming an archived online seminar on optimizing operator workflows through the integration of AmiVoice and FastSeries.
AIデータ社: After generative AI comes “AI for process optimization”—AI孔明 on IDX is redesigning the future of construction ～Releasing an “AI model for process optimization” to solve the construction industry’s “revenue structure challenges”～
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AIデータ株式会社 has released “AI孔明 on IDX,” the core of its “AI for process optimization,” to solve revenue structure challenges in the construction industry, and has launched an initiative to create a new construction AI market.
“Family Album Mitene” × “OKURU”: 2nd photo-goods release, an “acrylic keychain” made with children’s photos, goes on sale today, Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri.)
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株式会社MIXI began selling acrylic keychains made with children’s photos on Oct. 23, 2026, as the 2nd photo-goods release from a collaboration between its “Family Album Mitene” app and 株式会社スフィダンテ’s “OKURU.”
“New Business Grand Conference 2026 [Winter],” bringing together 800 new-business managers from large companies, to be held on Dec. 16 and 17
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名刺アプリ “Eight,” provided by Sansan株式会社, will hold “New Business Grand Conference 2026 [Winter],” a conference for approximately 800 new-business managers from large companies, on Dec. 16 and 17, 2026.
CANDY TUNE to make first appearance on Sunday lunchtime show “NHK Nodo Jiman” [Member comments included]
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The 7-member idol group CANDY TUNE is set to make its first appearance on “NHK Nodo Jiman,” which will air on Feb. 28, 2027. The group will appear live from Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, and perform as guests while watching contestants sing.
Vividly colored half towels that let you enjoy striking designs on both sides are now available from UP-T!
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UP-T, operated by 丸井織物株式会社, has launched vivid-color half towels that can be printed with different designs on each side. Orders start at 2,090 yen for one-sided printing and 3,190 yen for double-sided printing (tax included).
Leverages’ research on AI for talent matching selected for poster presentation at a workshop held alongside international conference “RecSys 2026”
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Research by レバレジーズ株式会社 on AI for talent matching has been selected for a poster presentation at a workshop held alongside international conference RecSys 2026.
Anime “Cowboy Bebop” and 〈BEAMS MANGART〉 collaborate for the first time. Collection commemorating the 25th anniversary of the theatrical film “COWBOY BEBOP: The Movie” goes on sale Oct. 30 (Fri.)
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株式会社ビームス will release its first collaboration items with 〈BEAMS MANGART〉 on Oct. 30, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the theatrical film “Cowboy Bebop.”
[Spotting the “spark” before a firestorm erupts] New book out today: “Get a Grip Through Stories! Project Management That Prevents Firestorms,” where a “novel + commentary” makes practical wisdom exceptionally easy to understand
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株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング will publish “Get a Grip Through Stories! Project Management That Prevents Firestorms” on Oct. 23, 2026. Consisting of a fictional section and a commentary section, the book offers structural analysis and practical methods for preventing IT projects from spiraling out of control.
Collaboration between eyewear brand “Zoff” and apparel brand “SOERTE,” “Zoff｜SOERTE,” set to launch
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“Zoff｜SOERTE,” a collaboration between eyewear brand “Zoff,” operated by 株式会社インターメスティック, and apparel brand “SOERTE,” will launch online and on ZOZOTOWN on Oct. 30, 2026, and at select stores on Nov. 12. Priced from 14,300 yen to 16,500 yen, the collection features 4 styles in 8 variations.
Exhibiting at “Relay for Life Japan 2026 Tokyo Ueno,” a charity event supporting cancer patients and their families
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株式会社アデランス exhibited at the charity event “Relay for Life Japan 2026 Tokyo Ueno,” held at Ueno Park on Sept. 26, showcasing medical wigs, the fashion wig brand “NAVANA,” and the “At FIT” top piece, with try-on experiences.
[FIT-EASY members only—invitation!] Applications open to join a special yoga lesson at café and dining spot “caféfe” on Oct. 30 (Fri.)!
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フィットイージー株式会社 will grand-open the café and dining spot “caféfe” on its headquarters grounds on Nov. 6, 2026. In advance of the opening, applications are being accepted from FIT-EASY members only for a special preview event and yoga lesson on Oct. 30.
日本コカ・コーラ株式会社 will launch winter bottles of “コカ・コーラ” and other products nationwide from Oct. 26, 2026. This year’s design features Santa Claus and a gift ribbon.
The “Iwami Ginzan Audio Guide: A Walk Through Picture Scrolls” launches to mark the ５００th anniversary of the discovery of Iwami Ginzan and the ２０th anniversary of its World Heritage registration!
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To mark the 500th anniversary of the discovery of Iwami Ginzan and the 20th anniversary of its World Heritage registration, 島根県教育委員会 will launch the audio guide app “Iwami Ginzan Audio Guide: A Walk Through Picture Scrolls,” narrated by voice actor Tomokazu Seki.
[FanGrowth case study] NTT Data Business Brains systematizes a steady monthly flow of lead generation through co-hosted webinars
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NTT Data Business Brains, which adopted FanGrowth provided by エキサイト株式会社, is consistently acquiring new leads and increasing business meetings every month through co-hosted webinars with companies it had no prior connections with.
Facts
ClimberCloud has been adopted by 7,000 companies.
Nearly 100 registrations even with 2 co-hosts.
More than 170 applications were received in 1 session.
A city of advanced home appliances in Hiroshima: Yamada Denki Hiroshima Main Store to open Nov. 6 (Friday)
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Yamada Denki announced that it will open Yamada Denki Hiroshima Main Store on Nov. 6, 2026, inside the commercial complex Pacela in central Hiroshima. The store will span all 6 floors and feature experiential displays and a livestreaming studio, aiming to revitalize the area and improve the customer experience.
Facts
It is set to open on Nov. 6, 2026 (Friday).
In this attractive market, with a trade area population of about 500,000
The spacious store spans all 6 floors.
A livestreaming studio, the second location in Japan, and
GetNavi magazine’s December issue features a major special on “AI Work Skills & Work Gear”! A roundup of gadgets and services beginners should adopt【On sale Oct. 23】
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株式会社ワン・パブリッシング will release the December issue of GetNavi on Oct. 23, 2026, at a special price of 890 yen. The special feature introduces AI work skills and gadgets, compares exceptional and trending home appliances, and analyzes the current state of foldable smartphones.
NHK E-Tele’s “The Winning Meals of Great Generals” becomes a book! The book, “The Winning Meals of Great Generals: Understanding Historical Figures Through Food,” goes on sale Oct. 23.
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NHK E-Tele’s historical cooking program “The Winning Meals of Great Generals” has been made into a book, which will be released by NHK出版 on Oct. 23, 2026.
The major cultural festival where the B-sides of towns and people come together, “CULTURE SNACK '26,” will be held Nov. 20 (Friday)–21 (Saturday), 2026, in the Shinagawa Konan area, centered around KOKUYO Tokyo Shinagawa Office “THE CAMPUS”!
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コクヨ株式会社 will hold “CULTURE SNACK '26” in the Shinagawa Konan area on Nov. 20–21, 2026. A total of 122 groups, including past participants and sponsor companies, are scheduled to exhibit, and the event will be free to attend.
A Christmas that makes you want to take a little detour.／ザ ロイヤルパークホテル アイコニック 京都
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ザ ロイヤルパークホテル アイコニック 京都, operated by 三菱地所ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社, will offer the limited-time evening plan “Kyoto Twilight” at its dining and café venue, THE OIKE TERRACE.
Your support can energize local communities! Results announced for the “Share Local Specialties Nationwide! Photo & Video Contest”
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株式会社さとふる announced the results of the “Share Local Specialties Nationwide! Photo & Video Contest,” held from July 15 to Sept. 15, 2026, selecting a total of 14 works, including the grand prize winner, from among 95 entries.
【U-CAN】10,000-yen discount on the childcare worker course, available exclusively online! “Early Bird! Start-Up Support Campaign” launches!
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株式会社ユーキャン launched the “Early Bird! Start-Up Support Campaign” on Oct. 23, 2026, offering a 10,000-yen discount on the childcare worker course exclusively online.
Possible increased risk of catching a cold among people with low activity of pDC immune cells (plasmacytoid dendritic cells) identified
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A joint study by キリンホールディングス and ベトナム国立栄養研究所 found that healthy Vietnamese medical students with low pDC activity had a higher risk of catching a cold, in an observational study of 41 students.
Facts
41 healthy Vietnamese medical students
Over the following 4 weeks
7 people caught a cold
High pDC activity group (HIGH group): 20 people
Low activity group (LOW group): 21 people
The proportion of people who caught a cold in the LOW group was 33.3% higher than in the HIGH group.
New RPG “Break the Spell: Symagic” launches as G123 celebrates its 8th anniversary!
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CTW株式会社 has launched the full version of the new RPG “Break the Spell: Symagic” on the G123 gaming platform. Released on Oct. 23 to mark G123’s 8th anniversary, it is a roguelike RPG that combines science and magic.
【島忠】Big savings on original large furniture! “Autumn Special Sales Event” runs for 4 days starting Oct. 23 (Friday).
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株式会社島忠 will hold the “Autumn Special Sales Event” for 4 days starting Oct. 23, 2026, offering great purchase benefits on large original furniture from 島忠・ホームズ.
【New book】Moving beyond “sell and walk away.” “Understanding through Manga: Why Real Estate M&A Works Well When Done by the Real Estate Industry” goes on sale
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株式会社扶桑社 will release “Understanding through Manga: Why Real Estate M&A Works Well When Done by the Real Estate Industry,” by Yu Sumie and 一般社団法人不動産M&A診断士協会, on Sept. 30, 2026. The book is an introductory guide to the mechanisms and practical aspects of real estate M&A.
OriginalWATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENTが展開するサンドイッチチェーン「サブウェイ」は、2026年10月30日に川崎市中心部の複合施設「パレール」に『川崎市役所前店』を出店する。同店はモバイルオーダーやセルフオーダーシステムを導入し、全国出店数は245店舗となる予定。
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Increased for 72 consecutive months
245 locations nationwide
Area: 91.95 m²
Seating: 24 seats
Companies mentioned：WATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENT株式会社、サブウェイ、ワタミ株式会社
Popular station bento from across Japan, brought to you by a true station bento shop
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A collaboration between JR四国ステーション開発株式会社 and JR West Food Service Net, the “Tabi Bento Ekiben Nigiwai × Takamatsu Station Bento Ekiben Fair” will be held at Takamatsu Station on October 31 and November 1, with around 70 popular station bento varieties from across Japan and limited-edition products on sale.
Popular radio DJ Fumika Hidejima, known for her work on J-WAVE and FＭヨコハマ, shares communication tips in “The New Edition of 48 Rules for Creating a Comfortable Atmosphere in an Instant and Enjoying Conversations with Anyone,” on sale November 20, 2026!
株式会社マイナビ announced the results of a career intentions survey of university students graduating in 2028. The participation rate in career development activities from April to September was 82.7%, while participation in programs lasting “5 days to around 1 week” rose 3.0 points year over year to 37.1%. Science students’ participation rate in activities related to their majors greatly exceeded that of humanities students, and students gained self-understanding through collaboration with others and feedback.
【界】Instantly understand the characteristics of hot spring water! The second project ahead of the planned 2030 UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage registration of “onsen culture”: “界 Hot Spring Business Cards” now available at all properties
Sold 1 every 4 seconds in its first week on sale (※)! A drinkable roasted sweet potato treat made without ice is here! “Roasted Sweet Potato Butter Shake” available in limited quantities from Tuesday, October 27—smooth shake × chunky texture × perfectly matched butter
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株式会社ファミリーマート will release its “Roasted Sweet Potato Butter Shake” in limited quantities starting October 27, 2026. It features a smooth texture made without ice and chunks of Beni Haruka sweet potato, and is priced at 352 yen (380 yen including tax).
【Dazaifu Iinoji and M Cafe】Special exhibition at 九州国立博物館, “The Mirror of Himiko—How Triangular-Rimmed Divine-Beast Mirrors Created the Yamato Kingship”—collaboration menu available from Saturday, October 31
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Dazaifu Iinoji and M Cafe, operated by 株式会社ゼットン of the アダストリアグループ, will collaborate with the special exhibition “The Mirror of Himiko—How Triangular-Rimmed Divine-Beast Mirrors Created the Yamato Kingship” at 九州国立博物館, offering a limited menu starting October 31, 2026.
Recommended comments arrive from Mina Miyajima and Hika Harada! Reprint with a new cover band for “Soup for Beginnings, Summer Jelly,” a novel by Booksellers’ Award-winning author Maiko Seo!
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Recommended comments from Mina Miyajima and Hika Harada have arrived for Maiko Seo’s novel “Soup for Beginnings, Summer Jelly,” which has been reprinted with a new cover band.
Facts
Won the Booksellers’ Award in 2019
“Arika” ranked 7th in the Booksellers’ Award in 2025
26 years old
Born in Osaka Prefecture in 1974
Won the grand prize of the Bocchan Literary Award in 2001 for “Tamago no O”
Won the Yoshikawa Eiji Prize for New Writers for “Kofuku na Shoku-taku” in 05
Won the Joji Tsubota Literary Award for “Tomura Hanten: Seishun 100 Renshatsu” in 09
Recommendations from generative AI put 80.4% of consumers’ options under consideration!? Survey on consumer trust in and selection behavior toward generative AI recommendations
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A survey of 622 people by 株式会社NEXER Group found that recommendations from generative AI led 80.4% to consider a product or service, and 35.1% actually made a purchase. In addition, 80.9% said they would consider a company they had never heard of, demonstrating the significant impact of generative AI recommendations on consumer choices.
Greek tragedy “Antigone” to be staged on a Noh stage; TOKYO NOVYI・ART, led by Leonid Anisimov, transforms it into its own distinctive style; tickets now on sale
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認定NPO法人TOKYO NOVYI・ART will stage the Greek tragedy “Antigone” on a Noh stage under artistic director Leonid Anisimov. The performance will take place at 梅若能楽学院会館 on December 6, 2026, and tickets are on sale through カンフェティ (operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社).
Facts
Sunday, December 6, 2026
14:00
1 hour 45 minutes
General admission: ¥6,000
Students: 3,500 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 2,000 yen
1,000 yen discount
カンフェティ seats, general admission: 5,000 yen
Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人 TOKYO NOVYI・ART、カンフェティ、ロングランプランニング株式会社、梅若能楽学院会館、(有)リリック
【Daimaru Ashiya】Sold out every day, 1 month after opening! Discover the secret behind the popularity of 〈CHIHIRO the CHOUX〉.
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〈CHIHIRO the CHOUX〉, a cream puff specialty shop that opened at Daimaru Ashiya, has been selling out every day. Its offerings include “Cream Puffs with Butter at the Center,” made with Calpis fermented butter, the new “Croquant Cream Puff,” and the signature “Chihiro Pudding.”
Facts
August 28 (Friday)
420 yen, tax included
Sunday, Nov. 1
380 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、ちひろ菓子店、CHIHIRO the CHOUX、カルピス (株)
The hugely popular collaboration event “GeGeGe no Parco,” created with GeGeGe no Kitaro, returns to 調布PARCO this year!
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From Nov. 18 to 30, 2026, 調布PARCO will hold “GeGeGe no Parco,” a collaboration event with GeGeGe no Kitaro, to coincide with “GeGeGe Ki.” The event will feature interactive activities, giveaways, collaborative menu items and limited-edition products for sale.
[ホテル日航成田] Sweet potatoes grown by students at Inba Special Needs School Sakura Branch to be served in Serena restaurant’s “Autumn Flavors Fair” menu starting Oct. 25
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ホテル日航成田’s Serena restaurant will serve special dishes featuring sweet potatoes grown by students at Inba Special Needs School Sakura Branch from Oct. 25 through 31, and hold a sales event on the 30th.
Facts
Starting Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
Through Saturday, October 31
Available for 7 days only
Adults ￥5,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、ホテル日航成田、株式会社オカムラホーム、一般社団法人 MIRAI-KOMINKA for School、国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構、農研機構
[ホテル日航大阪] “New Year’s Event 2027” to be held Jan. 1–2
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ホテル日航大阪 will hold its “New Year’s Event 2027” on Jan. 1 and 2, 2027. The grand banquet hall Tsuru will host a New Year’s family buffet, a bingo tournament and a lion dance, while activities including mochi pounding, New Year’s calligraphy and a festival fair will take place in the lobby and banquet halls. Accommodation plans that include the buffet are also available.
Facts
Jan. 1, 2027
Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥12,000
[グランドニッコー東京 台場 × Takaraッシュ] “If You Could Have Just One Wish” Now on Sale; Stay period: Dec. 1, 2026–May 31, 2027
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グランドニッコー東京台場 has partnered with 株式会社タカラッシュ to offer “If You Could Have Just One Wish,” an interactive mystery-solving accommodation plan, from Dec. 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027.
[DMM Regional Revitalization] Ishikawa Prefecture × Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club renews the “Noto Support Project,” launching Oct. 30!
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合同会社DMM.com will renew its “Noto Support Project,” run in partnership with Ishikawa Prefecture and “Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club,” starting Oct. 30, 2026. The project will refresh leaflets featuring collaborative illustrations with Ishikawa Prefecture tourism PR mascot Hyakumansan, install panels and sell merchandise.
Wipe, wrap and wash! New gadget cloth clings snugly around devices simply by folding it over itself
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サンワサプライ has released the CD-CCW Series microfiber cloth, featuring a special fiber structure that makes its front and back sides cling together when layered. It comes in 3 sizes—S, M and L—and 2 colors, beige and black, for a total of 6 product numbers. Prices range from ¥1,430 to ¥1,848 (before tax).
A series bringing the colorful world of bestselling picture book “Where’s Waldo!” to life is now available at ヴィレッジヴァンガード Online!
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A stationery and accessories series inspired by the world of “Where’s Waldo!” from 株式会社Green Flash is now available for preorder at ヴィレッジヴァンガード Online.
Language-decoding horror escape game “文字化化” to get a pop-up shop at Animate Yokohama Vivre! New products featuring an original illustration by the creator will also go on sale!
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株式会社フロンティアワークス will hold a dedicated shop for the horror escape game “文字化化” at Animate Yokohama Vivre starting Nov. 20, 2026, and release new merchandise featuring an original illustration by the creator.
Facts
More than 250,000 downloads
Nov. 20, 2026
2,200 yen (tax included)
660 yen (tax included)
990 yen (tax included)
550 yen (tax included)
1,980 yen (tax included)
1,100 yen (tax included)
4,950 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社フロンティアワークス、アニメイトグループ、YatsunagiGames、Frontier Works Inc.
[New product] “Osuwari Books,” based on popular work “Osuwari-chanズ” by Marie Sato, arrives as a capsule toy!
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株式会社ブシロードクリエイティブ began selling “Osuwari Books,” miniature figures based on “Osuwari-chanズ” by Marie Sato, through its capsule toy brand ブシカプ！ on Oct. 23, 2026.
[Event report] Bushiroad Creative held “Bushiroad Creative -High!! 10sion School-,” an event marking its 10th anniversary
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株式会社ブシロードクリエイティブ held “Bushiroad Creative -High!! 10sion School-” at Belle Salle Akihabara on Oct. 10, 2026, to mark its 10th anniversary. More than 12,000 people attended.
[Celebrating 10 years since the author’s debut and the series’ 7th anniversary!] E-book volumes 1–20 of Kadokawa Tsubasa Bunko’s “時間割男子” series available free for a limited time!
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株式会社KADOKAWA announced that e-book volumes 1–20 of Kadokawa Tsubasa Bunko’s “時間割男子” series will be available free for a limited time.
[Limited quantity] After a strong response to presales, sappi × 『レタスクラブ』’s “Wear-to-Slim Peplum Top” goes on general sale Oct. 22
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『レタスクラブ』, operated by 株式会社KADOKAWA LifeDesign, will begin general sales of the “Wear-to-Slim Peplum Top,” created in collaboration with fashion influencer sappi, on Oct. 22, 2026. It was well received during presales.
[Disaster support] Free access to “FLASH” EV fast chargers in Chiba Prefecture following Typhoon No. 25 to end on October 25
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テンフィールズファクトリー株式会社 had made its “FLASH” EV fast chargers available for free following damage in Chiba Prefecture caused by Typhoon No. 25, but will end the offer on October 25 as lifeline services are being restored.
AI video editing software “HitPaw Edimakor” launches Halloween sale! Up to 65% off and free AI credits
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HitPaw Edimakor is holding a Halloween sale from October 22, 2026, through November 6, with VIP plans up to 60% off and AI credits up to 65% off. Benefits include up to 2,000 bonus AI credits with the purchase of eligible plans and 60 points for social media posts.
“Let’s enjoy Echigo Tsurukame sake once more.” Echigo Tsurukame resumes sales on November 3 with gratitude
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株式会社越後鶴亀 will resume production, which had been suspended following a fire on July 19, 2026, with the support of 峰乃白梅酒造, and will resume sales of “Echigo Tsurukame Junmai” on November 3.
Misato Ugaki named image character for “SMAUL,” a sales service specializing in investment studio apartments! “Sell smart” with no sales calls and 0 yen in brokerage fees: Propally株式会社
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Propally株式会社 has named Misato Ugaki as the image character for “SMAUL,” a service that supports the sale of investment studio apartments. The service features price competition among 20 partner real estate companies, support from dedicated concierges and 0 yen in brokerage fees.
Facts
20 partner real estate companies specializing in investment studio apartments
[大阪府 Kadoma City] Yume Tomo Project wins the judges’ award at the “EXPO FUTURES AWARD 2026”
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ゆめ伴プロジェクトin門真実行委員会 won the judges’ award at the “EXPO FUTURES AWARD 2026.” The award recognized its activities connecting people with dementia and older adults to the community through making paper cranes.
MadeHere signs contract with 海上自衛隊補給本部 for a technical study of reverse engineering to address procurement of discontinued parts
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株式会社MadeHere signed a contract with 海上自衛隊補給本部 on August 21, 2026, for a technical study of reverse engineering to address procurement of discontinued parts.