センス・トラスト representative 今中康仁 and ambassador 糸井嘉男 to appear at “THAT’S FASHION WEEKEND 2026”
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センス・トラスト株式会社 President and CEO 今中康仁 and ambassador 糸井嘉男 appeared at the opening ceremony of “THAT’S FASHION WEEKEND 2026,” in which the company participated as a main sponsor. 今中 spoke about his commitment to the real estate acquisition and redevelopment business and the background to the sponsorship, and presented the “The YOSOI Culture Awards” award to 西野亮廣.
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Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
Sunday, Oct. 18
Experience working part-time at a demolition site at age 18
With “coffee and chocolate” from Okinawa as its theme, “TIMELESS CHOCOLATE” and “rokkan COFFEE CREATORS” will hold a POP UP event at Spiral in Omotesando, Tokyo.
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An Okinawa Prefecture-sponsored POP UP event will be held at Spiral in Omotesando, Tokyo, with “TIMELESS CHOCOLATE” and “rokkan COFFEE CREATORS” participating and selling Okinawa-grown coffee and chocolate, as well as serving cafe menu items.
A special-edition book featuring a selection of the fall and winter collection from sports and lifestyle brand 「ニューエラ」, “The NEW ERA Book Fall & Winter 2026,” will be released on October 30 by 株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント. It features numerous influencers, including 葵森川.
TOJI begins sales at “SF76” in San Francisco’s Japantown, expanding its U.S. sales presence to share Japan’s “fermentation × bathing” culture with the world
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TOJI株式会社 has begun selling 3 types of sake-lees bath powder—粕-HAKU-, 杜-MORI-, and 橙-DAIDAI-—at the shop “SF76” in San Francisco’s Japantown.
[ULTORA] Born from collaboration with 雪印メグミルク. Sustainable new entry-level line “WHEY PROTEIN FOR BASE,” made with Hokkaido dairy resources, to go on sale exclusively on Amazon starting October 23
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株式会社ULTORA will launch “WHEY PROTEIN FOR BASE,” a new entry-level line made with Hokkaido dairy resources in collaboration with 雪印メグミルク, exclusively on Amazon starting October 23, 2026.
Nomura and Adachi to serve as joint captains for the 2026-27 season! Team slogan also announced, expressing hopes for the 50th anniversary of the club’s founding
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清水建設江東ブルーシャークス has appointed 野村三四郎 and 安達航洋 as joint captains for the 2026-27 season and announced the team slogan “BS ~Build Self , Boost Standard~ ~Be sharks 50th~” to mark the 50th anniversary of the club’s founding.
Addressing local challenges through parks × pump tracks × DX. 株式会社エイアンドエフ, the official Velosolutions distributor in Japan, announces “Vorld,” a dedicated pump track app that lets users compete with the world using just a smartphone.
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株式会社エイアンドエフ, the official Velosolutions distributor in Japan, has launched “Vorld,” a dedicated time-tracking and community app for pump tracks. By combining the app with hardware, the solution proposes digital transformation of parks, solutions to local challenges, improved health, and increased community activity for local governments and developers.
Facts
More than 50 countries worldwide
Track record of constructing more than 700 pump tracks
ユースタイルラボラトリー opens its first facility in Okayama Prefecture: “ユースタイルホーム岡山東,” a group home for people with severe disabilities
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ユースタイルラボラトリー株式会社 opened “ユースタイルホーム 岡山東,” a group home offering daytime support services for people with severe disabilities, in Higashi Ward, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture, on October 1, 2026. The company plans to strengthen its operations in the Chugoku region and aims to operate more than 70 facilities nationwide by 2027.
株式会社川越バスケットボールクラブ was established on October 23, 2026, to expand sports businesses centered on KAWAGOE BC. The development program will continue to be operated by 一般社団法人ラフェスタエンターテイメント.
Commercialization news for September 2026: 16 works from Everystar, including a stage adaptation, contest-winning works and a series that has surpassed 1.1 million copies in cumulative sales
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株式会社エブリスタ announced that 16 works (novels and comics) originating on the novel submission site “Everystar,” including contest-winning works and a series that has surpassed 1.1 million copies in cumulative sales, were commercialized in September 2026.
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Series surpasses 1.1 million copies in cumulative sales
50 years after Agatha Christie’s death: Here are the works to read now. A nationwide bookstore fair featuring recommendations from discerning celebrities, plus a commemorative talk event with special guests
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株式会社早川書房 will hold a fair at bookstores nationwide starting in early December 2026 to mark the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie’s death and the 100th anniversary of the publication of her signature work, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. A talk event will also be held on November 29, with recommended books and merchandise on sale.
[Customer service training to grow group stores] Building a system in which employees and franchisees grow their stores together
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On October 16, 2026, 株式会社こじま held customer service training for staff at directly operated stores and franchise locations in the 焼肉こじま group. The company is promoting employee development and efforts to make its stores valued members of their local communities.
北広島市 is recruiting 2 community development cooperation team members to promote tourism (Position A: 1 tourism association office director; Position B: 1 fiscal-year appointment employee at city hall). An information session will also be held in Tokyo in November of Reiwa 8.
Facts
2 people in total
March 2023 (Reiwa 5)
November 20, Reiwa 8 (2026)
November 21, Reiwa 8 (2026)
Companies mentioned：北広島市、北広島市役所、エスコンフィールドHOKKAIDO、北海道ボールパークFビレッジ、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、一般社団法人北海道きたひろ観光協会、セレクトショップ「HUB」、エルフィンパーク市民サービスコーナー、ローカルハブスペースOFF TOKYO
The iconic Rabbit Chair becomes delicate glassware! New tumbler and jug collection [Qeeboo × Ichendorf]
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株式会社トーヨーキッチンスタイル will launch a tumbler and jug collection inspired by the Rabbit Chair, created in collaboration with Italian interior brand Qeeboo and glassware brand Ichendorf Milano.
株式会社ヒューマンデザイン staged preview performances of Kaibutsu wa Sasayaku, 音楽座ミュージカル’s first new musical in 8 years, at Ota City Hall Aprico on October 11. The main performances will run at Sogetsu Hall in Tokyo from December 11, with additional performances announced after all shows sold out.
[株式会社セキグチ] Popular plush toy Konnichiwani, first introduced in 1989, returns in a revamped edition in November 2026! Its first mascot key chain also launches at the same time.
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株式会社セキグチ announced that Konnichiwani, a plush toy first introduced in 1989, will return in a revamped edition in November 2026, along with the launch of its first mascot key chain.
TRIAD sponsors special program at MUTEK.JP “Edition 11”
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株式会社TRIAD announced that it will sponsor a special program at MUTEK.JP Edition 11, an international festival of electronic music and digital creativity. In particular, it will support the talk session “Let’s Talk About Work: People Creating the Jobs of the Future,” aimed at middle and high school students, bringing together speakers including STUTS and Yuko Nagayama to offer a place to consider diverse ways of living and working.
Facts
Edition 11
2026
Capacity: 200 people
Admission: ¥1,000
Capital: 100 million yen
No fewer than 567 printers
Companies mentioned：株式会社TRIAD、株式会社アブストラクトエンジン、株式会社ライゾマティクス、パノラマティクス、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東日本、一般社団法人MUTEK Japan、一般財団法人JR東日本文化創造財団、パナソニック プロジェクター＆ディスプレイ株式会社、ヤマハ株式会社、Derivative、IRCAM、株式会社J-WAVE、Time Out Tokyo、ギズモード・ジャパン、ピラミッドフィルム、キャビア、COZUCHI、COMMOSUS
Trailer unveiled for “Miyuki Nakajima: Theatrical Edition ‘Yakai’ Selection,” opening December 25! In this era we live in, there is Miyuki Nakajima’s music—
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The theatrical edition of Miyuki Nakajima’s “Yakai” Selection will open nationwide on December 25, 2026, and its trailer has been unveiled.
Facts
December 25, 2026
3 titles
Companies mentioned：YAMAHA MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT HOLDINGS, INC.、ヤマハミュージックエンタテインメントホールディングス、Maruyo Kogei、合同会社丸与工芸
Ｊストリーム adds “Expressiveness Priority Mode” to AI narration in EQ Presentation Cloud
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株式会社Ｊストリーム has added “Expressiveness Priority Mode,” which emphasizes natural intonation and emotional expression, to its video generation service with AI narration, EQ Presentation Cloud. Users can now choose between this mode and “Script Fidelity Priority Mode,” which prioritizes accuracy, depending on their needs.
Facts
TSE Growth: 4308
Established: May 1997
We support the use of video in corporate activities for 1,200 companies and more than 10,000 projects annually.
Founded 295 years ago, 阿部養庵堂薬品 announces “YP Conditioning Emulsion,” a moisturizing lotion from its professional skincare line “YP”
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株式会社阿部養庵堂薬品 will launch “YP Conditioning Emulsion,” a moisturizing lotion formulated around amino acids, from its professional skincare line “YP,” which draws on its 295-year history and expertise in NMN research.
Kitakyushu | Ainu Culture Festival (Fukuoka venue) to be held on Saturday, Oct. 31
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公益財団法人アイヌ民族文化財団 will hold the Ainu Culture Festival at J:COM北九州芸術劇場 on October 31. The event will be held in Kitakyushu for the first time in 20 years since 2006, with a diverse program including traditional Ainu dance and a keynote lecture. Admission is free, and advance registration is not required.
Introducing “PLAY Basic Denim Pants,” basic denim pants with authentic denim details and an easy fit
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ROOT株式会社 launched “PLAY Basic Denim Pants” on October 23, 2026. The basic denim pants are part of the “PLAY” apparel line from outdoor mobile gear brand ROOT CO. and feature 11.5-ounce denim and an easy-fit waist.
HEROZ to exhibit at the 7th AI and Artificial Intelligence Expo [Autumn] at Makuhari Messe
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HEROZ株式会社 will exhibit alongside 株式会社ティファナ・ドットコム at the 7th AI and Artificial Intelligence Expo [Autumn], to be held at Makuhari Messe starting November 11, 2026.
“Matsuken Anime POP UP STORE ~Ole! Banish Those Gloomy Feelings!~” to open at Tokyo Anime Center from October 30
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株式会社トーハン will hold a POP UP STORE for the anime “Matsuken Anime,” featuring Ken Matsudaira, at Tokyo Anime Center from October 30, 2026. The event will feature an exhibition and merchandise sales. The company is also responsible for concept development and merchandise planning and production through its participation in the production committee.
Facts
Oct. 30, 2026
Nov. 8
11:00
19:00
At least 2,000 yen, tax included
Companies mentioned：株式会社トーハン、東京アニメセンターin DNP PLAZA SHIBUYA、渋谷MODI、マツケンアニメ製作委員会
VTubers affiliated with Avvy partner community-based agency “Avivi” top the “September 2026 Avvy Monthly Rankings”: “夢喰ゼロ” ranks No. 1 in monthly cheer points and “うさはら” ranks No. 1 in monthly core supporters
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OTAGROUP株式会社 announced that “夢喰ゼロ” and “うさはら,” VTubers affiliated with Avvy partner agency “Avivi,” each ranked No. 1 in the September 2026 monthly rankings.
A special interview with manga artist Hiromu Arakawa is now available on HBC’s official YouTube channel and Sitakke for the “Fullmetal Alchemist × Yomi no Tsugai Exhibition” in Hokkaido!
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HBC北海道放送 has published a special interview with manga artist Hiromu Arakawa on its official YouTube channel and in the web magazine “Sitakke,” in conjunction with the “Fullmetal Alchemist × Yomi no Tsugai Exhibition” being held at 大丸札幌店.
Facts
October 14, 2026 (Wed.)
Sunday, Nov. 1
General admission: 2,000 yen
High school students: 1,200 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 800 yen
FIRME launches glass screen protector compatible with “iPhone Duo,” going on sale October 23, 2026
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FIRME, a brand of 株式会社MY WAY SMART, has begun selling a glass screen protector compatible with the “iPhone Duo,” scheduled to launch on October 23, 2026.
Facts
More than 100,000 units sold
10H hardness
Glass thickness: approx. 0.3 mm
Regular screen protectors (4H–9H)
Companies mentioned：株式会社MY WAY SMART、FIRME、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、au PAY マーケット、Qoo10
株式会社インターコスモス will hold a business consultation event at its Fukuoka Branch showroom for a total of 5 days, from October 28 to 30 and November 12 to 13.
Bridging the “dialogue gap” between companies and investors with AI — challenges in IR activities and the potential of interactive reports revealed by an original survey of 1,012 people —
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株式会社ウィルズ and 株式会社パンハウス will hold a free online webinar on October 29, 2026, exploring how AI could help close the “dialogue gap” between companies and investors, based on an original survey of 1,012 people.
FIRME launches black-frame glass screen protector that gives devices a sleek look, compatible with “iPhone Duo,” going on sale October 23, 2026
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FIRME, a brand of 株式会社MY WAY SMART, has begun selling a black-frame glass screen protector compatible with the “iPhone Duo,” scheduled for release on October 23, 2026.
Facts
More than 100,000 items
10H hardness
Approximately 0.3 mm
Capital: 20 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社 MY WAY SMART、FIRME、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、au PAY マーケット、Qoo10
KANADEMONO provided art assistance for 森香澄’s first starring film, 『てんてん ずっと独身でいるつもり？』｜Streaming exclusively on Prime Video on Friday, October 23, 2026
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ルームクリップ株式会社KANADEMONOカンパニー provided art assistance for the film 『てんてん ずっと独身でいるつもり？』 starring 森香澄, which will stream exclusively on Prime Video starting October 23, 2026.
Facts
More than 9000 possible combinations
Custom sizing in 1 cm increments
Width: 140 cm
Depth: 70 cm
Price: 102,000 yen (tax included)
Price: 217,800 yen (tax included)
Price: 4,200 yen (tax included)
Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
Price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥2,640 (tax included)
Price: ¥3,080 (tax included)
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
Brand established: February 2018
Companies mentioned：ルームクリップ株式会社、KANADEMONOカンパニー、KANADEMONO、祥伝社、Prime Video
＜FIRME＞Urethane film compatible with the “iPhone Duo,” launching October 23, 2026
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FIRME, a brand of 株式会社MY WAY SMART, has begun selling a urethane screen protector compatible with the “iPhone Duo,” scheduled for release on October 23, 2026.
Facts
More than 100,000 units sold
2 inner LCD screen protectors
Just 0.1 mm thick
Approximately 1–2 days
Founded: October 2009
Date established: April 2015
Capital: 20 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社 MY WAY SMART、FIRME、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、au PAY マーケット、Qoo10
【岡山市出会いのひろば】Now accepting participants! “Christmas Cooking Class: Cook and eat together, and make a wonderful connection♡” to be held on Sunday, November 29
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岡山市 is accepting participants for its “Christmas Cooking Class.” The event will be held at 岡山ふれあいセンター on 令和8年11月29日. It is open to single men and women in their 20s and 30s who live or work in 岡山市. The participation fee is 3,000 yen for both men and women.
TOKYO CRAFTS（トウキョウクラフト） announces 3 new apparel styles for its 2nd collaboration with Korean outdoor brand “HELEMENT,” suited to everything from fall and winter outdoor activities to everyday wear; sales begin November 6
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株式会社タナクロ will begin selling 3 new apparel styles from its 2026 fall/winter collection on November 6 as the 2nd collaboration with Korean outdoor brand “HELEMENT.”
【岡山市】Seminar “2nd Commercial Business Development Program” to support the creation of attractive shops to be held on Thursday, November 26!
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岡山市 will hold the 2nd seminar in its Commercial Business Development Program on November 26. 坂本翔 will serve as the instructor, covering growth strategies and the design of customer acquisition pathways.
Hinatazaka46’s official game app “ひなこい” will roll out its 6th-anniversary campaign starting Friday, October 23! “ひなこい隊” will appear on YouTube, LINE, X, and at the 6th-anniversary event! A “かれしイベント” offering invitations to an in-person event is also confirmed!
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The official Hinatazaka46 game app “ひなこい,” operated by 株式会社10ANTZ, will hold various campaigns and events starting October 23 to mark the 6th anniversary of its launch on November 18, 2026.
Facts
6th anniversary of service launch
Marks the 6th anniversary of its service launch on Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Original小西夏菜実さん・藤嶌果歩さん・片山紗希さん・松尾桜さんの4名
All 26 members of Hinatazaka46
The service launched on November 18, 2020
Companies mentioned：株式会社10ANTZ、Apple Inc.、Google LLC、Seed&Flower LLC、Y&N Brothers Inc.
【Held October 24】ミヤチク direct sales stores’ “Meat Day”! Special sale of cattle entered in the 12th 宮崎県肉畜共進会!
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株式会社ミヤチク will hold “Meat Day” on October 24 at 3 direct sales stores in 宮崎県, offering special prices on cattle entered in the 12th 宮崎県肉畜共進会 and products from its “冷凍の匠” line.
Characters from the TV anime Attack on Titan head to a rendezvous carrying bouquets—new products featuring newly drawn illustrations are set to launch!
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株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ announced that it will begin accepting preorders on October 23, 2026, for new products featuring newly drawn illustrations from the TV anime Attack on Titan, including preserved flowers.
Facts
8,800 yen each (tax included)
¥3,850 each (tax included)
1,980 yen each (tax included)
660 yen each (tax included)
770 yen each (tax included)
Founded: March 23, 1998
Until 12:00 on Friday, November 13, 2026, starting at 12:00 on Friday, October 23, 2026
【OSAMU GOODS】New arrival! Preorders now open exclusively online. A day-out backpack for grown-up women, featuring a retro-pop world and rich “ジル” embroidery, with lightweight construction and approximately 15 L of storage for added everyday convenience
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株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー has opened online-exclusive preorders for a backpack created in collaboration between bag brand “MADDEN” and “OSAMU GOODS.” It weighs approximately 255 g and has a lightweight capacity of approximately 15 L, with “ジル” embroidery as a defining feature.
The landmark fighting game Street Fighter × the water-based combat sport BOATRACE: “BOATRACE FIGHTER” is underway across all 9 races—STAGE6 BOATRACE DERBY
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一般財団法人BOATRACE振興会 is running “BOATRACE FIGHTER,” a web promotion in collaboration with the Street Fighter fighting game series. The 6th installment of the campaign begins October 23, 2026, in conjunction with the 73rd Boat Race Derby (Amagasaki), with Amazon digital gift cards and original merchandise up for grabs.
Facts
Held a total of 9 times per year
6th installment
Amazon digital gift card worth 10,000 yen
＜50 winners＞ Amazon digital gift card worth 10,000 yen
＜70 winners＞ Original marker charm
＜10 winners＞ Original gaming mouse + sticker
＜50 winners＞ Original Amazon gift card worth 500 yen
Taking place in 2026
Following the release of the 1st installment as an arcade game in 1987
Bonobono Showcase @ 博品館TOY PARK銀座本店 — Celebrating 40th & 10th Anniversaries — Set for Nov. 7 (Sat.) to Dec. 3 (Thu.)!
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An exhibition celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Bonobono manga and the 10th anniversary of the anime will be held at 博品館TOY PARK銀座本店. A collaboration event with LINE POP2 has also begun.
Facts
40th anniversary of serialization
10th anniversary of the TV anime’s broadcast
27 days
First 90 people
4,000 yen or more including tax
19 million downloads worldwide
More than 10 million copies in cumulative circulation
BRUNO launches its largest-ever hot plate, Minna no Hot Plate! Its large-capacity design can cook about 6 servings of yakisoba and 40 takoyaki at once
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BRUNO株式会社 will launch Minna no Hot Plate, the largest hot plate in the brand's lineup, on October 29, 2026. Its large-capacity design can cook about 6 servings of yakisoba or 40 takoyaki at once, and it features a newly developed sloped grill plate. The price is 16,500 yen (tax included).
株式会社ディー・アップ, which imports and manufactures cosmetics, will launch the limited-edition “Snow Flash Magnet” series of 3 colors featuring flash glitter and magnetic powder under its gel nail brand GELiSM on November 6, 2026.
Hakuhodo DY Group launches AI transformation service to support business growth by forming teams of FDE specialists
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博報堂ＤＹホールディングス’ AI specialist group Human-Centered AI Professionals has launched an AI transformation service that supports companies’ business growth by forming teams of FDE specialists.
Facts
More than 200 specialists are on staff
Built on consumer data covering a population of 200,000
Companies mentioned：博報堂ＤＹホールディングス、株式会社博報堂、株式会社博報堂プロダクツ、株式会社博報堂テクノロジーズ、株式会社博報堂マーケティングシステムズ、株式会社Hakuhodo DY ONE、株式会社Magicx consulting、株式会社TBWA HAKUHODO、株式会社大広、株式会社読売広告社、ソウルドアウト株式会社、株式会社オプト
Make everyday care for leg swelling more comfortable. Medical compression stockings “Herzbein No.260” revamped with deodorizing function
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株式会社ダイアナ has revamped its medical compression stockings “Herzbein No.260” with a deodorizing function and is also selling additional colors in limited quantities.
Facts
Price: ¥12,100 (tax included)
Operates approximately 600 salons nationwide
Has provided consulting to more than 970,000 people*
株式会社リカーマウンテン will hold a seminar on November 13, 2026, at the bar WHISKY LAB.KYOTO GION in Gion, Kyoto, featuring Michael Henry, master blender for ロッホローモンド, on his first visit to Japan.
【フォレストテラス明治神宮】Limited plan now available for weddings during the beautiful fresh-green season from April to June 2027! Wedding attire rentals for the bride and groom are 30% off for weddings at the forest banquet hall Keyaki!
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フォレストテラス明治神宮 is offering an exclusive Keyaki forest banquet hall plan for weddings held from April to June 2027. Wedding attire rentals for the bride and groom will be 30% off.
【“i-Reporter” implementation case】Digitizing forms began with “because the handwriting was messy,” cutting 240 hours of work annually
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The food segment of 株式会社高見澤, based in Nagano Prefecture, has adopted the on-site form system “i-Reporter,” provided by 株式会社シムトップス. This case study introduces how digitizing paper forms in the cheese and produce sales departments cut 240 hours of work annually across the production and quality control departments, reduced data-entry errors, encouraged improvement proposals and advanced digital transformation.
Facts
Used by more than 220,000 people at 4,500 companies
No. 1 domestic market share (46.5%※1)
Original1日約40枚の手書きの製造日報
Original半年間でセグメント内から60件の改善提案が集まりました
The entire segment now has 108 types of forms defined
Original1日1時間、年間240時間の工数削減を達成
Monthly document-sorting time of 200 minutes reduced to zero
Analysis time cut from 15 days to 2–3 minutes
Monthly form-management time reduced by 37.5 hours
Chinese drama “The King Is Still Hibernating.” DVD box set to be released and streaming confirmed on various platforms!
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The DVD box set of the Chinese drama “The King Is Still Hibernating.” will be released, and the series will stream on various platforms starting January 15, 2027.
パーフェクト to hold 2nd “YouCam API” global hackathon with total prize money of $6,000
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パーフェクト株式会社 is holding its 2nd global hackathon using “YouCam API,” which leverages AI and AR technology, and is inviting applications for e-commerce app development. The total prize money is $6,000, and the application deadline is November 3, 2026.
Former Fortnite UX director reveals the secrets of design
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Announcement of “The Gamer’s Brain 2.0,” a book explaining game design and UX strategy by Celia Hodent, former UX director for Fortnite. The book includes new insights on generative AI and VR/AR technologies and will be released by 株式会社ボーンデジタル on December 14, 2026.
Roval further expands industry-leading peace of mind
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スペシャライズド・ジャパン will expand the warranty and support program for Roval products starting October 23, 2026. The warranty period for all cockpit products will change to a lifetime warranty, and road cockpit products and handlebars will be added to the 2-year free replacement program for damage.
Facts
Starting Oct. 23, 2026
Roval 2-year free replacement program for damage
Warranty period for all cockpit products extended from the previous 2 years to a lifetime warranty
Starring Yoshida Jinto (M!LK)! SUPER★DRAGON’s new song 「本能」 selected as the opening theme for the new Friday drama 「溺愛 ～ 実は、最強ヒーロー ～」! Promotional video featuring part of the song and stills from Episode 1 also unveiled!
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TOKYO MX announced the start of the new Friday drama 「溺愛 ～ 実は、最強ヒーロー ～」 starring Yoshida Jinto. SUPER★DRAGON’s new song 「本能」 has been selected as the opening theme, and a promotional video and stills from Episode 1 have been released. The original comic series has surpassed 35 million downloads.
【New Developments in Thailand’s Rice Business】Green Carbon signs an MOU with Wonnapob, which has more than 130 years of history in the rice business, aiming to build an integrated business model spanning carbon credit generation to rice sales
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Green Carbon株式会社 has signed an MOU with Wonnapob Co., Ltd., a Thai rice processing and export company with more than 130 years of history, and aims to build an integrated business model through the production and sale of low-carbon rice and the generation of carbon credits.
ベルコシティホール札幌西 to host “Autumn Harvest Festival” on Oct. 28, featuring a vegetable-stuffing challenge and kaiseki cuisine tasting
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株式会社ベルコ will hold the “Autumn Harvest Festival” at ベルコシティホール札幌西 on Oct. 28, 2026. The event will feature a vegetable-stuffing challenge, a kaiseki cuisine tasting and an end-of-life planning seminar, with the aim of connecting with local residents and giving them an opportunity to think about end-of-life planning.
【Handball】Announcement of members selected for the men’s national team “彗星JAPAN” first overseas tour
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公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会 announced 18 players and 8 staff members for the first overseas tour of the men’s national team “彗星JAPAN,” which will take place in Tunisia from Nov. 2 to 8, 2026. The tour is part of preparations for the 2027 World Championship and the Los Angeles Olympic qualifying tournament.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 8
A total of 18 people
4 players
12 representatives
Team staff (8 members)
Average height: 184.8 cm
Average age: 27.4 years
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会、トヨタ車体ブレイヴキングス刈谷、ジークスター東京、大崎オーソル埼玉、豊田合成ブルーファルコン名古屋、Burgan SC、Győri ETO-UNI FKC、CB Ciudad de Logroño、HC Ohrid、大同特殊鋼 Phenix TOKAI、トヨタ自動車東日本レガロッソ宮城、井戸田整形外科名駅スポーツクリニック、ふるたスポーツマッサージ鍼灸院、トヨタ車体株式会社
【日本経済大学 Tokyo Shibuya Campus】From establishing film funds to the forefront of the global content market: Special open lecture by film producer Muneyuki Kii (representative of K2 Pictures) to be held Oct. 29 at 17:00
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日本経済大学’s Tokyo Shibuya Campus will host a special open lecture on establishing film funds and the global content market on Oct. 29, featuring Muneyuki Kii, representative director and CEO of K2 Pictures.
Everyone can have fun learning about diversity! Diversity Culture Festival to be held at Nagono Campus on Nov. 7 (Sat.)!
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中日新聞社 will hold a Diversity Culture Festival at Nagono Campus on Nov. 7, 2026, as part of the “Leave No One Behind Project.” The free event will feature talk events, hands-on activities and a digital stamp rally.
【Tokyo Great Bears】“Sanko Sangyo presents Tokyo Great Bears home game” to be held!
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株式会社グレートベアーズ will welcome 三光産業株式会社 as match-day sponsor for the Tokyo Great Bears vs. 信州松本トライデンツ games in the Daido Life SV.LEAGUE MEN, to be held at the National Yoyogi Stadium Second Gymnasium on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026.
One of a kind! The anime 「古墳ギャルのコフィー」, starring a kofun, returns as a flash-and-AI anime to mark its 20th anniversary! This time, could Coffy really be an emergency physician!? Broadcast of 「古墳ドクター コフィーER」 confirmed!
TV anime 「忘却バッテリー」 collaboration cafe at 洒落CAFE 【ルーフトップ】 coming to Harajuku, Shinsaibashi and Nagoya!
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Anique株式会社 has announced a collaboration cafe with the TV anime 「忘却バッテリー」 at 3 locations in Harajuku, Shinsaibashi and Nagoya. It will open on Dec. 25, 2026, and will also offer newly illustrated artwork and original merchandise.
Announcement of a campaign to mark the launch of “Entos,” a web service connecting the 「ポケコロ」 and 「リヴリーアイランド」 series
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ENSAPIA Tokyo株式会社 will run a launch campaign for “Entos,” a web communication service connecting services across the ENSAPIA Group, starting Oct. 26, 2026. Complete missions across 5 eligible services to earn “Entos points,” which can be exchanged for limited-edition items.
香川オリーブガイナーズ will hold auctions for its 2026 season uniforms in 2 rounds, vol.1 and vol.2, on “スポオク,” the official sports team auction service provided through a business partnership between 株式会社モバオク and エンゲート株式会社.
Event to deepen bonds with “thank you” on “Good Couples’ Day,” Nov. 23, at アニヴェルセル 表参道 and みなとみらい横浜!
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アニヴェルセル株式会社 will hold “Couples' Thanksgiving Day,” an event centered on gratitude, at its Omotesando and Minatomirai Yokohama locations on “Good Couples’ Day,” Nov. 23, 2026. New options will include a vow renewal ceremony and a reBorn bouquet workshop, as well as a plan to wear a dress by TAKAMI BRIDAL.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 (public holiday)
An anniversary established in 2020
Approximately 500 LED candles
Dress rental: 25,000 yen (tax included)
Afternoon tea: 6,900 yen (tax included)
Dinner course: 7,700 yen (tax included)
Afternoon tea: 5,900 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：アニヴェルセル株式会社、一般社団法人 日本記念日協会、株式会社 花弘、TAKAMI BRIDAL、ヴランケン ポメリー ジャパン、Sereno la vita 表参道
“For Current Operators: Differentiate Your E-Commerce Business with a Competitor Site Comparison! A Seminar Revealing the Current State of Your E-Commerce Site and Areas for Improvement” to be held on Nov. 6, 2026!
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HATME株式会社 will hold a webinar on Nov. 6, 2026, to review the current state of companies’ e-commerce sites and areas for improvement through a comparison study of competitor sites.
10 years since the anime first aired! The TV anime My Hero Academia, based on the hugely popular comic, will make its channel debut on Cartoon Network on Friday, Nov. 6!
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ディスカバリー・ジャパン株式会社 will begin the first-ever airing of the TV anime My Hero Academia on Cartoon Network on Nov. 6.
Facts
The comic series has surpassed 100 million copies in worldwide circulation
For 10 years, it ran in Weekly Shonen Jump
A world where about 80% of the population has some kind of supernatural ability, known as a “Quirk”
More than 192 countries and territories worldwide
Watched by approximately 400 million households
Approximately 7 million households can watch
Companies mentioned：ディスカバリー・ジャパン株式会社、集英社、スカパー!、Skydance、Paramount、Warner Bros.、HBO、HBO Max、Paramount+、Pluto TV、CBS、CNN、CBS Sports、TNT Sports、Nickelodeon、Cartoon Network、MTV、Food Network、BET、HGTV、Comedy Central
Mitsubishi UFJ e-Smart Securities adopts Oracle Exadata Cloud@Customer to modernize its core securities system
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Mitsubishi UFJ e-Smart Securities announced a plan to migrate the infrastructure for its stock order system, “RAIDEN,” to Oracle Exadata Cloud@Customer, together with Oracle Japan and Assist.
【ニューエラ】Introducing new outerwear from the 2026 fall/winter apparel collection
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ニューエラ has unveiled its new outerwear collection for the 2026 fall/winter season. The lineup features a range of items, including nylon coach jackets and down jackets, in a palette centered on black and brown.
Dynam takes part in Pride parades in Kansai and Kyushu
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株式会社ダイナム, an LGBT-friendly company, took part in the “Rainbow Festa! 2026” parade in Osaka on Oct. 11 and the “Kyushu Rainbow Pride 2026” parade in Fukuoka on Oct. 18. A total of 31 people participated. The company has earned the “PRIDE Index Gold” rating for 6 consecutive years since 2020.
株式会社ビリオンフーズ will hold a hands-on company information session for people aged 20–21 at its Shinjuku Main Restaurant on Nov. 8. The 1,000-yen participation fee includes 5 types of sake and food. The event is open to the first 20 applicants.
The start of a new 4-year chapter. JAPAN TEAM’s challenge and the world’s highest-level competition are about to begin!
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株式会社ジェイ・スポーツ announced that it will broadcast and stream the 2026/27 and 2025/26 FIS World Cup seasons (alpine skiing, ski jumping, freestyle skiing and snowboarding) on J SPORTS and J SPORTSオンデマンド.
DRECOM CREATORS STUDIO（ドリコム クリエイターズ スタジオ） to exhibit at “Tokyo Game Dungeon 14”! Try 3 games brimming with their creators’ passion for yourself.
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The indie game studio DRECOM CREATORS STUDIO, run by 株式会社ドリコム, will exhibit at “Tokyo Game Dungeon 14” on Oct. 31, 2026, offering hands-on demos of 3 titles it publishes: TIMEMOON, Beautiful Life Show and 散るプラネット(Chill Planet).
【Free report now available】More than 50% of parents use AI to find a cram school! Is your school being recommended by AI?
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株式会社カンリー has released 3 free reports for the cram school industry on “AI Use in the Search for Cram Schools.” The survey found that more than 50% of parents use AI to find a cram school, and that AI also influences their choice of school.
Facts
More than 50% have actually used AI
A system for centrally managing information on approximately 130,000 or more locations
【Exclusive to ドン・キホーテ and アピタ・ピアゴ】A 600g size joins the VALX Soy Protein lineup! Available in 5 flavors
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VALX株式会社, which operates the fitness brand VALX, will launch a 600g size of VALX Soy Protein exclusively at ドン・キホーテ and アピタ・ピアゴ from late October. It will be available in 5 flavors.
Facts
600g size
5 types
End of October 2026
790,000 channel subscribers
Combined number of social media followers: 1.58 million
【Joint seminar】Where is your new business getting stuck? Experts in each field explain strategies from planning and validation to customer acquisition, sales and growth.
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株式会社アスマーク will hold an online seminar on new businesses on Oct. 29, 2026, jointly with 株式会社カスタメディア, クラウドサーカス株式会社 and 株式会社BREXA SOLVIA.
【Goal achieved】The PHILIPS Moving Sound The Roller / The Tube project, featuring retro 80s design, reached its goal about 30 minutes after launch!
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鑫三海株式会社 launched a crowdfunding campaign for the PHILIPS Bluetooth speakers Moving Sound The Roller / The Tube and reached its 500,000-yen goal about 30 minutes after launch.
“Anime makes everything more fun!” The 6th episode of the original show “Today, Anime Makes My Food Taste Great!!” premieres on Thursday, Oct. 22! Continuing from last time, we’ll enjoy a meal with “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya”! (It might be the 15,532nd time.)
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dアニメストア released the 6th episode of its original show “Today, Anime Makes My Food Taste Great!!” on October 22. This episode features “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.”
[Attendees will receive an anniversary visual mini-poster!] “Saw” 4K Restored Director’s Cut returns to theaters nationwide for a limited 2-week run starting Friday, October 30!
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As part of Filmarks’ revival screening project, the 4K-restored Director’s Cut of the horror film “Saw,” directed by James Wan, will screen at 71 theaters nationwide for a limited 2-week run starting October 30. The first attendees will receive an A5 mini-poster featuring a visual commemorating the film’s 10th anniversary, while supplies last.
Nyaruko and Kuuko in cheerleader outfits become figures! The TV anime “Nyaruko: Crawling with Love! F” arrives in “Tai Kuji Online-Plus-” on Friday, October 30!
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株式会社タイトー (タイトー) will release “Tai Kuji Online-Plus-,” featuring figures of Nyaruko and Kuuko in cheerleader outfits from the TV anime “Nyaruko: Crawling with Love! F,” starting October 30, 2026.
Announcement of the launch of Cloud Folder Automatic Printing for Box
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イエロー株式会社 will launch “Cloud Folder Automatic Printing for Box,” business software that automatically prints PDFs on an office printer simply by placing them in a designated folder in the Box cloud storage service, on November 1, 2026.