天ぷら定食まきの and 天ぷらまきは, which are operated by 株式会社トリドールジャパン, will hold a limited-time stamp rally starting Nov. 1 to mark their 20th anniversary. Prizes include original merchandise and coupons, alongside the sale of seasonal menu items.
Facts
“Makino 20th Anniversary Event”
From Nov. 1 (Sun), for a limited time
Available for a limited time through Tuesday, Dec. 15
Opened its No. 1 store in Hyogo Prefecture in October 2006
Collect 5 stamps to receive
An extra-large shrimp tempura body pillow measuring approximately 100 cm
223 items are available at each store
A total of 3,345 items are available across all stores
A total of 15 people will win prizes at the 15 participating stores
“Autumn Festival Seafood Tempura Set Meal,” 1,760 yen
63.0% do not know the location of at least one of the shutoff valve and main water valve needed in the event of a leak | Survey of 200 people (survey by とうきょう水道職人)
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A survey of 200 people conducted by 株式会社N-Vision found that only 37.0% knew the locations of both the shutoff valve and main water valve needed in the event of a leak, while 63.0% did not know the location of at least one of them.
スキャネット launches “らく点マークくんクラウド,” a mark-sheet grading and tabulation system for entrance exams
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スキャネット株式会社 began offering “らく点マークくんクラウド,” a cloud-based system that supports the grading and tabulation of mark-sheet answers for entrance exams, on October 26, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 26, 2026
More than 30,000 people
Companies mentioned：スキャネット株式会社、Google LLC.、Microsoft Corporation、Apple Inc.
“STAND OIL” releases “Move, Mess, Mine in Tokyo” with Droptokyo
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South Korean fashion brand “STAND OIL” has released “Move, Mess, Mine in Tokyo,” content created with Tokyo-based media outlet “Droptokyo” to express the theme of its 26FW season. It will also hold a limited-time promotion.
神戸国際大学附属高等学校 completes new school building; opening ceremony held on October 13
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神戸国際大学附属高等学校 built a new school building as part of a campus redevelopment project aimed at earthquake-proofing and coeducation, and held an opening ceremony on October 13.
コベルコシステム launches “AI Innovation Center,” providing end-to-end support for companies’ AI adoption, from planning to implementation
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コベルコシステム株式会社 has launched “AI Innovation Center,” a comprehensive service that provides end-to-end support for companies’ AI adoption, from planning to implementation.
伊藤忠インタラクティブ launches “AI Agent Implementation Training” for businesses using Claude Code
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伊藤忠インタラクティブ株式会社 has launched “AI Agent Implementation Training” for businesses using Claude Code. Rather than covering general uses of generative AI, the service focuses on hands-on training in which participants build AI agents to automate their company’s operations based on specific work use cases, such as preparing proposals and research reports.
“AI Academic Conference Matching” added to “学会協賛ナビ,” with AI recommending medical conferences suited to companies; entering products and business details brings up 8 sponsorship candidates with reasons for recommendation
JustCo opens premium shared office with up to 650 seats in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo
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JustCo Holdings Limited has opened “JustCo D-LIFEPLACE南青山,” a premium shared office with up to 650 seats in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. The opening is part of its plan to expand its locations in Japan, offering flexible workspaces to meet diverse needs, including those of IT and creative companies.
Support grows to save endangered fireworks festivals; 5 companies backing “晴れ風ACTION” join efforts to preserve the events
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キリンビール has supported fireworks festivals through “晴れ風ACTION,” with 5 companies, including 株式会社テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ, joining the initiative and making donations. It also released “晴れ風ACTION 全国花火大会白書 2026,” which highlights challenges including rising operating costs and scaled-back events.
Facts
About 60% of event organizers said they had experienced an increase in festival costs between 2025 and 2026
436 organizations, including fireworks festival organizing offices and local governments nationwide (hereinafter, “fireworks festival organizers”)
48 festivals (11.0%) said they would hold, or plan to hold, events on a smaller scale than the previous year
The number of fireworks launched was cut by an average of 27.1%
Cumulative donations have exceeded 250 million yen
Expressing Okinawan gastronomy through food and tableware: One Suite THE GRAND to host special culinary event “一皿の沖縄。”
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One Suite THE GRAND, a small luxury hotel operated by 合同会社One Suite, will hold “一皿の沖縄。,” a collaborative dinner themed around Okinawan food and crafts, at its in-house restaurant La BOMBANCE古宇利島 on December 12 and 13, 2026. The event is the 33rd installment of “ワンスイート美食旅” and will feature a special-course meal created by chefs 松岡寿行 of PAUL and 尾高翔太 of La BOMBANCE古宇利島, with participation from 3 craft artists and 今帰仁ワイナリー.
Facts
December 12 (Sat.) and 13 (Sun.), 2026
42,350 yen per person
8 guests per day
Limited to a total of 16 guests
33rd installment
26 rooms in total
Companies mentioned：合同会社 One Suite、One Suite THE GRAND、La BOMBANCE古宇利島、PAUL、今帰仁ワイナリー、La BOMBANCE
オートクリプト to showcase comprehensive cybersecurity solutions at ITS World Congress 2026
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オートクリプト株式会社 exhibited at the 32nd ITS World Congress, held in Gangneung, South Korea, in October 2026, showcasing V2X security and cybersecurity solutions covering the entire vehicle lifecycle. On the same day, the company was named “Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year” at the 2026 AutoTech Breakthrough Awards.
Research on an artificial ligament made with a collagen microfiber base presented at the 7th World Veterinary Orthopaedic Congress
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In joint research with 日本大学, 新田ゼラチン株式会社 demonstrated that an artificial ligament made with a collagen microfiber base showed tensile strength and stability equivalent to those of a natural ligament in dogs with cranial cruciate ligament tears. The findings were presented at the 7th World Veterinary Orthopaedic Congress.
[Group Company Announcement] 株式会社陸送ネット changes its name to 株式会社タカテック and refreshes its corporate logo
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株式会社陸送ネット, a group company of 株式会社タカネットサービス, will change its name to 株式会社タカテック effective November 1, 2026, and refresh its corporate logo. Its vehicle transportation business will be transferred to group company 株式会社タカロジ, as it makes a new start as a company specializing in vehicle maintenance technology.
株式会社リベロエンジニア and game creator unit 神海処 have announced the 5 main cast members of their indie game “百目ノ花贄,” currently in joint development. The game is scheduled for release on STEAM/Switch in 2026.
More than 3 months from a parent no longer driving a car to its sale in 56.4% of cases — Survey of 1,009 people who have sold a family home’s car reveals risk of delays due to “procedural hurdles”
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A survey by 株式会社ハッピーカーズ found that selling a car from a family home took 3 months or more in 56.4% of cases, with complicated procedures and discussions among relatives cited as the main reasons.
Golf carts/ROYALCOACH promise premium travel, with a new design that brings cooling from the feet up. Seat fans have been discontinued and replaced with foot coolers
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三笠製作所 has updated the specifications of its full-spec golf cart “ROYALCOACH／ロイヤルコーチ,” discontinuing the conventional seat fan and adopting a foot cooler.
“Manufacturing Cybersecurity Companies Chaos Map” released for free; can be used to strengthen cybersecurity at factories and production facilities - 株式会社Lister
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株式会社Lister has released for free a “Manufacturing Cybersecurity Companies Chaos Map” that can be used to strengthen cybersecurity at factories and production facilities. It is distributing an Excel file organizing products and services from 50 companies available in Japan into 6 categories of challenges.
Events including “渋谷アーカイブ写真展2026” and “KAMIYAMA ART 12th Exhibition” to be held!
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Information on events taking place in November 2026, including “超福祉の学校@SHIBUYA 2026,” a photography exhibition and an art exhibition, at 4 areas on the 8th floor of Shibuya Hikarie, operated by 東急株式会社.
Facts
2026
November
4 areas
8th floor
12th
18 emerging artists
47 prefectures
Companies mentioned：東急株式会社、NPO法人ピープルデザイン研究所、株式会社丹青社、Bunkamura Gallery、D&DEPARTMENT、Commons Archive Collective、CROSSART、一般財団法人神山財団、Satelites ART LAB、Art Lab Tokyo
[First in Kyushu] “Kuu,” a haircare brand from a luxury head spa salon, makes its debut at 岩田屋本店! Limited-edition sets to care for autumn dryness damage also available
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株式会社Qvou will hold a pop-up shop for “Kuu,” a haircare brand from a luxury head spa salon, at 岩田屋本店 from October 28 to November 2, 2026.
Facts
Operating 5 salons nationwide
Made with hydrolyzed collagen extract*1 making up 70% of the total
Starting Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Available for a limited time through Monday, November 2
Spark+ to speak at the “3rd Chubu Open Innovation Forum” as a startup recommended by 経団連
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株式会社SparkPlus spoke at the “3rd Chubu Open Innovation Forum” as a startup recommended by 経団連, introducing AI implementation to address manufacturing industry challenges and its flagship product “ORION.”
PTC announces launch of “PTC Jetstream,” enabling collaboration between companies throughout the product development lifecycle
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U.S.-based PTC has announced the launch of “PTC Jetstream,” a cloud-based, AI-native solution that enables collaboration between companies throughout the product development lifecycle.
丸紅都市開発 and 相互住宅 have announced the start of construction on the “(仮称)目白四丁目賃貸マンションプロジェクト,” located in Shinjuku and Toshima wards, Tokyo. The reinforced-concrete building will have 10 above-ground floors and 18 units, and is scheduled for completion in May 2028.
JAXA startup WHERE appoints former Timee CPO and CTO Kameda Kei as technical advisor; building a structure to support business expansion through product development and stronger security
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株式会社WHERE, a startup originating from JAXA, announced that it appointed former Timee CPO and CTO Kameda Kei as technical advisor effective October 23, 2026, and will build a framework to strengthen product development and security.
COW BRAND “Bouncia” body wash launches X promotion “今夜も、バウンシアワー” featuring Kai Ogasawara of 超特急, starting at 21:00 on Monday, October 26
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牛乳石鹸共進社株式会社 will launch the X campaign “今夜も、バウンシアワー” at 21:00 on October 26, featuring Kai Ogasawara of 超特急, as a promotion for its “Bouncia” body wash series, revamped in fall 2026.
Workday relocates and expands Tokyo office amid domestic business growth
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ワークデイ株式会社 relocated and expanded its Tokyo office to the 28th floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower as its domestic business grew, opening the new office on October 26, 2026. It also plans to open its 6th global Innovation Lab during November.
Facts
October 26, 2026
August 2013
2024
By the end of 2025
Mid-November
The 6th location globally
From the 20th floor
Relocated to the 28th floor
More than 11,500 companies
Over 65%
Companies mentioned：ワークデイ株式会社、Workday、Workday, Inc.
PATCH&PLAY launches new line “&NUI.” for the growing plushie fandom market at its Harajuku flagship store from October 30.
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PATCH&PLAY, operated by 株式会社STORY&Co., will launch its new line “&NUI.” for plushie fans at its Harajuku flagship store on October 30, 2026. In partnership with 清原株式会社’s “推しぬい,” it will offer a customization experience.
Facts
From Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Japan’s domestic plush toy market is worth approximately 62.4 billion yen
[角上魚類] Supporting recovery efforts in a way only a fishmonger can! “Ishikawa Fair,” held for the first time in partnership with 石川県 at the Tokyo Hino store on October 31 and November 1! The initiative to bring Ishikawa’s seafood to the table will continue at stores in stages!
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角上魚類ホールディングス株式会社 will hold the “Ishikawa Fair” for the first time at its Tokyo Hino store on October 31 and November 1, 2026, in partnership with 石川県 to support recovery from the Reiwa 6 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. The fair will be rolled out at other stores in stages.
“They think about it, but don’t quit or act”: Softbrain publishes survey on the career attitudes of mid-career employees, based on responses from 500 full-time employees in their 30s to 50s
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ソフトブレーン株式会社 surveyed 500 full-time employees aged 30 to 59 about their career attitudes and published a report on the realities facing mid-career employees who “think about it, but don’t quit or act.”
Facts
500 full-time employees
About half of respondents have considered changing jobs or going independent in the past 5 years
About 60% of those who have considered changing jobs or going independent have taken no concrete action
48.4% have considered changing jobs or going independent in the past 5 years
Have taken no concrete action (58.9%)
Were concerned about whether they could find a new job given their career history and age (27.9%)
Were strongly concerned about the risks of changing jobs or going independent (23.1%)
A track record of adoption by more than 6,000 companies
Pocket Card presents Tokyo Great Bears home games!
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ポケットカード株式会社 is supporting Tokyo Great Bears home games taking place on December 19 and 20, with giveaways for attendees and a campaign for new ファミマカード sign-ups.
Facts
First 3,000 visitors on each day
When you spend at least 10,000 yen including tax
For a total of 30 pairs, or 60 people
The number of entries in the prize draw will be 3 times higher
Uni Research to exhibit at “Marketing Week Osaka 2026.” Try a live demo of AI Interviews, which completes in-depth interviews with 100 people in as little as 1 day
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株式会社プロダクトフォース will exhibit at “Marketing Week Osaka 2026,” held at INTEX Osaka from November 18, 2026, and will give a live demo of its new service, “Uni Research AI Interviews.”
End-to-end, vendor-neutral support for robot adoption, from selection through on-site integration: デジライズ launches “デジライズロボット,” supporting humanoids, collaborative robots and AMRs
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株式会社デジライズ has launched “デジライズロボット,” a vendor-neutral robot adoption support service. It supports humanoids, collaborative robots and AMRs, providing end-to-end assistance from selection through on-site integration. The service builds on a track record of supporting AI adoption at more than 600 companies and for over 50,000 people.
Facts
More than 600 companies cumulatively
More than 50,000 people
More than 200,000 X followers
3–8 months
Capital: ¥68,568,800
Companies mentioned：株式会社デジライズ、GMOインターネットグループ、KADOKAWA、東京商工リサーチ、Unitree、NVIDIA、GMO AI & Crypto、Google、NewsPicks、内閣府
TakeEats ordering system introduced at “KEY’S CAFÉ -CLASSE-,” operated by Key Coffee; separate ordering channels for the general public and employees aim to improve in-store operations
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株式会社ランプ’s takeout-focused system, “TakeEats,” has been introduced at “KEY’S CAFÉ -CLASSE-,” operated by Key Coffee. Separate ordering channels for the general public and employees aim to improve in-store operations during busy periods and prevent lost sales.
Facts
Began on October 13, 2026
Used at more than 3,600 locations nationwide
Capital: 960 million yen, including capital reserves
81% of Japanese consumers say, “Even if it’s good for my mind or body, I can’t stick with it if it isn’t enjoyable”—an overview of the latest trends in next-generation wellness foods
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ミンテル Japan spoke at Food Development Exhibition 2026, presenting survey results showing that 81% of Japanese consumers said, “If it isn’t enjoyable, I can’t keep it up.” It said 4 elements are important for next-generation wellness foods: scientific evidence, nutritional value, longevity, and personalization. It also discussed the “value of a bite” as GLP-1 becomes more widespread, along with examples from Nestlé and Marks & Spencer.
Facts
81% of Japanese consumers
85% cite health foods as a reason for purchase
53% believe that necessary nutrients should be obtained only from daily meals
A little moment of laughter in everyday life. Frog character brand “Copo” marks its 15th anniversary, with cumulative shipments surpassing 3.7 million units ※1
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ティーライフ株式会社 announced that its frog character brand “Copo” has marked its 15th anniversary and surpassed 3.7 million cumulative shipments. The company also operates the cat character brand “Nyafunyafu” and plans to launch new packaging in November 2026.
Fans are already at the heart of the creator economy [bemyfriends] proposes a “Fandom Hub” at an international conference in Indonesia
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bemyfriends CEO Seo Woo-seok delivered a keynote address at the 5th World Conference on Creative Economy (WCCE 2026) in Indonesia, proposing the creation of an “Indonesia Fandom Hub” drawing on experience gained through K-pop.
[Webinar] Nov. 20 (Fri): An SE shares insights! Integration planning to improve the success rate of ERP renewals — practical methods to prevent problems through advance preparation
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パナソニック デジタル株式会社 will hold a webinar on Nov. 20, 2026, on integration planning to improve the success rate of ERP renewals.
[日本財団 Sports GOMI World Cup 2027] Qualifying events confirmed in 40 countries and regions worldwide! The competition is expanding into new areas such as the Mediterranean and Latin America, growing into a global environmental action initiative
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一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 announced that qualifying events for 日本財団 Sports GOMI World Cup 2027, whose final will be held in fall 2027, are set to take place in 40 countries and regions worldwide. The event has expanded from 34 countries last time, with 7 countries and regions, including Egypt and Taiwan, participating for the first time.
Facts
Qualifying events to be held in 40 countries and regions worldwide
7 countries and regions: Egypt, Taiwan, Malta, Mexico, New Zealand, Serbia, and Türkiye
[Event report] Hanamaruki × 横浜市不老町地域ケアプラザ joint initiative supports “delicious salt reduction” for seniors through collaboration between industry and welfare. Held the hands-on program “A Delicious Salt-Reduction Class with the Power of Koji”
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ハナマルキ株式会社 held a hands-on salt-reduction class for seniors on Oct. 22, 2026, in collaboration with 横浜市不老町地域ケアプラザ, promoting ways to cook delicious meals with less salt using koji.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
Local residents aged 65 and over
20 local residents
Limited the salt equivalent to approximately 2.3 g※
Reduces salt by 50%
Reduces salt by 30%
Contains 2 times the amount in our standard product
Sign unveiling ceremony and forest conservation activities held at “Tokimeki no Mori” in Rikuzentakata
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理研ビタミン held a sign unveiling ceremony and forest conservation activities on Oct. 20 at “Tokimeki no Mori” in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture. The activities were held under an agreement with the city and Save Earth Foundation, and participants removed Japanese red pine saplings, among other tasks.
“Smile with fruit.” Dole collaborates with THE_B, an Omotesando-born plant-based wellness cafe, to launch “Premium Acai Bowl supervised by THE_B”
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株式会社ドール will launch “Premium Acai Bowl supervised by THE_B,” a frozen smoothie bowl created in collaboration with the Omotesando-born plant-based wellness cafe THE_B, at ローソン starting Nov. 3, 2026.
Facts
Rolling out from Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
Size: 113 g
Retail price: 464 yen (tax included)
A total of 9 flavors have been offered to date
More than 200 companies are currently participating
The “Mottainai Banana Project” began in September 2021
Additionally, starting in 2025
Capital: 80 million yen
Employees: 177 (as of April 2026)
Operating revenue: 60.1 billion yen (fiscal year ended March 2026)
Aoyama flagship restaurant exclusive: “Chami-ton pork cutlet and Goto-ken European-style curry” available for a limited time from Nov. 1 (Sun) — a collaborative menu from とんかつ まい泉 and Hakodate’s long-established Western-style restaurant 五島軒
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井筒まい泉株式会社 will offer “Chami-ton pork cutlet and Goto-ken European-style curry,” a collaborative menu from とんかつ まい泉 and Hakodate’s long-established Western-style restaurant 五島軒, for a limited time at its Aoyama flagship restaurant starting Nov. 1, 2026.
First-ever in Iwata City: Music experience event ～Free performances on a crystal piano, of which there are only a handful in the world, and a piano disassembly show for children～
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A free performance event featuring a crystal piano, of which there are only a handful in the world, and a piano disassembly show for children will be held in Iwata City on November 7 and 8. A food truck festival and music festival will also take place on the same days.
Facts
More than 20 food trucks will gather.
First 30 people (junior high school students and younger).
Survey on awareness and practices regarding “pre-disaster preparedness” and “two-location disaster preparedness”: Interest in “pre-disaster preparedness” is growing, but only 9.5% understand it and put it into practice
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エリアリンク株式会社 conducted a survey on awareness of pre-disaster preparedness and two-location disaster preparedness. Only 9.5% said they understood the need and were putting it into practice, with costs and a lack of storage space posing challenges.
Facts
493 men and women nationwide, aged 20–60
“Putting it sufficiently into practice” was 9.5%.
“I understand what preparations are needed but have not put them sufficiently into practice” was the most common response, at 42.4%.
“It costs money” was 39.4%.
Original約6割（63.5％）が不安を感じる
Awareness of “two-location disaster preparedness” is 16.6%.
Regarding water and food stockpiles... a combined 48.7% fell short of 3 days’ worth.
The recommended amount of “7 days’ worth or more” was 7.5%.
“There is no (or not enough) storage space at home” (27.8%)
“Emergency supplies for long-term storage” (50.5%)
“I’m interested, but the cost and effort make it difficult to adopt” was 41.8%.
Grand prize goes to マキフーズ: Food service division manager heads to national competition after using 5 systems built with AI to cut 130 hours of work per month
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The results of the National Work Style Reform Awards 2026 Chugoku-Shikoku competition were announced, with 有限会社マキフーズ winning the grand prize. The company cut 130 hours of work per month using AI and systems it built in-house, and will compete in the national competition. Other winners included 株式会社コラボハウス and 株式会社太陽都市クリーナー.
Facts
130 hours per month
5 systems
233 employees, part-time staff and casual workers
15 minutes of ordering every day
Original店長1人あたり3時間かかる
A record of 250,000 lines accumulated
Ordering reduced to 2 minutes
Original報告書づくりは1人3時間から40分に
More than 1,500 hours per year
11,777 cases (October 2026)
1.3 times the previous year
Exceeded the previous year for 18 consecutive months
Cut about 300 hours per month
Automated 90% of order processing
Responses reached 70%.
Annual holidays increased to 126 days
A 4.5% wage increase
A track record of 3,000 completed buildings
Estimates of 50 million yen or more
Development costs of about 800,000 yen
70% of employees (122 people) use it
The usage rate among designers is 100%.
More than 50 topics, large and small
Sales grew 20% in 2 years
Annual holidays increased from 108 days to 114 days
The turnover rate fell from 19.5% to
4.7%.
Job applications increased to 10 times the 2018 level
Trainocate obtains certifications as a solution partner in 3 fields and is recognized as a Microsoft Cloud Training Services Partner
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トレノケート株式会社, a human resources development company, obtained Solution Designation certifications in 3 fields—Security, Cloud & AI Platforms, and AI Business Solutions—under the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, and was recognized as a Microsoft Cloud Training Services Partner.
株式会社クロスワン holds the 5th meetup for FC Channel’s “Ikebukuro” franchise; participants exchange information on business and store operations
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株式会社クロスワン held the 5th meetup for FC Channel’s “Ikebukuro” franchise in Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, on October 23, 2026. Franchise headquarters representatives, business owners and others exchanged information on business and store operations.
株式会社PLAY sponsors “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026”; the company’s tech lead to speak
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株式会社PLAY will sponsor “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026,” hosted by ファインディ株式会社 on December 14 and 15, 2026. The company’s tech lead, 市川賢, will speak about automating incident investigations.
Toyota Auto Body adopts Cafeteria HQ: Bringing employee benefits that reach the worksite to all 13,000 employees
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Toyota Auto Body has adopted Cafeteria HQ, a benefits platform operated by 株式会社HQ. The company revamped its program for all 13,000 employees to improve convenience and strengthen engagement.
Facts
Number of employees: 18,031
At a low monthly price of 200 yen
Login rate of about 75% within 2 weeks of launch
A total of 14 information sessions held at the factories
The business card app “Eight” uses “Ask One EX” to maximize exhibitors’ business opportunities and enhance visitors’ booth experiences
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ナインアウト株式会社 announced that it has developed an “Event Visitor Profile” using “Ask One EX,” an interface for exhibition organizers, and will provide it to all exhibitors at “AI-PAX 2026 Osaka,” an exhibition organized by the business card app “Eight.”
Facts
More than 4.5 million business professionals
Dates and times: Oct. 29 (Thu.) and 30 (Fri.), 2026
NX Group carries out its 20th-anniversary autumn forest cultivation activities at the “NX Group Forest” in Iide, Yamagata Prefecture
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NIPPON EXPRESSホールディングス株式会社 held its 38th autumn forest cultivation activities and a 20th-anniversary event on Oct. 10 and 11 at the “NX Group Forest” in Iide, Yamagata Prefecture.
Japan HP unveils high-performance workstation “HP ZGX Fury G1n AI Station,” specialized for advanced AI development
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株式会社日本HP announced the “HP ZGX Fury G1n AI Station,” a tower workstation specialized for AI development. Equipped with the NVIDIA GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Desktop Superchip, it supports inference and fine-tuning of models with up to 1 trillion parameters. Priced from 28,490,000 yen, it is scheduled to go on sale Oct. 27.
Send seasonal winter greetings with carefully selected fruit: フルーツショップ青木 begins taking orders for winter gifts and year-end gifts
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青木フルーツ株式会社 has begun taking orders for 2026 winter gifts and year-end gifts at all フルーツショップ青木 stores it operates. The selection includes seasonal fruit assortments, “Yokosuka Mikan” and “Yuuyake Berry.” Sales events will be held at the Iwaki Izumi store and the main store, where staff will help customers make their selections.
Facts
Price: 5,000 yen (5,400 yen including tax)
Customers who purchase catalog items totaling 20,000 yen or more including tax
②When purchasing catalog items, they can be bought at a 5% discount
◆Yokosuka Mikan, 1.5kg [hand-packed gift box]
※Both the 15–18-piece gift box and the 2-pack gift box are limited to 50 boxes.
日本総研 and PFN sign licensing agreement for domestic large language model “PLaMo”
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日本総研 and PFN have signed a licensing agreement for the domestic large language model “PLaMo.” 日本総研 will begin company-wide use of “PLaMo 3.0 Prime” in an on-premises environment in October 2026 and conduct testing of additional training.
Tokyo Boeki Holdings signs MOU with PLAiF to jointly develop an assembly automation business for Japan’s manufacturing industry
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Tokyo Boeki Holdings and PLAiF have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to jointly develop an assembly automation business for Japan’s manufacturing industry.
[New series] “The Little Chef’s Recipes in Another World: I Thought Cooking Magic Was a Thing, but It Turned Out to Be an All-Purpose Skill” @COMIC begins serialization on the manga site “コロナEX” on 10/26 (Mon.)!
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株式会社TOブックス began serialization of “The Little Chef’s Recipes in Another World: I Thought Cooking Magic Was a Thing, but It Turned Out to Be an All-Purpose Skill” @COMIC on the manga site “コロナEX” on Oct. 26. It will be the latest title on the site, which offers unlimited reading for a monthly fee of 400 yen.
[Saga City] Children take the lead! “Saga Model” reform of extracurricular activities fosters “the ability to think”
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Saga City is advancing the “Saga Model” for moving extracurricular activities into the community in response to the declining birthrate and efforts to reform teachers’ working practices. The model emphasizes children’s initiative, sets activity time at approximately 8 hours per week, and has students discuss practice plans themselves. “Certified Community Clubs” launched this September, with measures including accepting students from outside school districts and using a discussion-based approach led by community coaches.
Facts
Saga City Newsletter, Nov. 1 issue
Setting activity time at approximately 8 hours per week
Began operating as a “Certified Community Club” in Saga City this September
“AI-FAQ” launches to reduce email handling using AI and email data, as “Rakuraku Automated Responses” works toward fully automating customer support operations
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株式会社ラクス officially launched “AI-FAQ” in October 2026 as a feature of its “Rakuraku Automated Responses” inquiry-response system. It uses AI and email data to reduce email handling.
Facts
October 2026
No. 1 in sales share for 17 consecutive years
Cumulative number of adopting companies exceeds 9,000
三菱商事ロジスティクス株式会社 builds a data-driven sales organization with “Mazrica”
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株式会社マツリカ announced that 三菱商事ロジスティクス has adopted the “Mazrica” series (Sales, Marketing, Target, Engage) to centralize sales activities and build a data-driven organization.
ハックドラッグ戸塚店 reopens as a large flagship store offering support through the life stages of pre-illness, prevention, treatment and caregiving
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Welcia Pharmacy has reopened ハックドラッグ戸塚店 in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, as a large flagship store, introducing enhanced food offerings, Care Capsule and a consultation desk for in-home care support.
OfferBox establishes service tagline: “Confident choices open up possibilities”
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OfferBox, a job-hunting service offering job offers to new graduates operated by 株式会社i-plug, has established the service tagline “Confident choices open up possibilities.”
Facts
More than 264,770 students expecting to graduate in 2027 are registered with OfferBox
A cumulative total of 23,341 companies are registered on the employer side
[Tamadaira no Mori, Hino City] The 6th “Tetote Festa” will be held November 8 (Sun.), 10:00–14:00, at “Te-to-te Ohiroba”
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The 6th “Tetote Festa,” associated with 株式会社フージャースホールディングス, will be held on November 8, 2026, at Tamadaira no Mori in Hino, Tokyo. Events for multiple generations are planned, including workshops, stage shows and a handmade goods market. In case of rain, it will be held on a smaller scale at TreeHALL on the 2nd floor of TomorrowPLAZA.
ポスタス to exhibit at “FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜Chubu＞”
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ポスタス株式会社 will exhibit at “FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜Chubu＞,” held at Aichi International Exhibition Center from October 28 to 29, 2026, showcasing solutions for restaurants including POS registers, self-checkout registers and mobile ordering.
Notice of launch of a disease awareness website about membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN) and C3 glomerulopathy
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旭化成セラピューティクス株式会社 has launched “MPGN・C3 Nephropathy Treatment Plus,” a disease awareness website for patients with membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN) and C3 glomerulopathy.
【JK Fandom】Qualifying round of the “2026 Korean Wave Entertainment Awards” concludes, with finalists decided! Final voting begins October 26 (Mon.)
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株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ・グローバル has concluded the preliminary round of the “2026 Korean Wave Entertainment Awards,” held on its JK Fandom platform, with 75 individuals, groups or songs advancing to the final round. Final voting begins October 26.
Facts
A total of 204 candidates competed
300 Oshi Points or 300 Heart Points
30 Star Points
cumulative series downloads of over 5 million
points distribution record of over 300 million yen
[Hirado, Nagasaki] 20% off this fall at glampark Glass House. BBQ plan with Nagasaki champon yakisoba available through November 30
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The glamping brand glampark, operated by サステナブルホールディングス株式会社, is holding an “AUTUMN SALE” at glampark Glass House in Hirado, Nagasaki Prefecture, offering 20% off adult rates. Eligible plans include a BBQ plan with Nagasaki champon yakisoba and a room-only plan. The stay period ends on November 30, 2026.
Korean group CMDM announces new song title “Our Lives Beyond”; Japan shows starting 10/28 promise event days and release events—expectations are soaring! Head to the venue!
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Korean boy group CMDM will hold its Japan solo concert “CMDM Live in Japan 2026 -Our Lives Beyond-” starting October 28, 2026. A variety of events are planned, including release events for the new song “Our Lives Beyond” and a Halloween Day, with perks such as free admission to the first performance.
Facts
Advance tickets: 4,000 yen (tax included)
A 5-member Korean boy group
No. 2 on the Oricon Daily Singles Chart
Also ranked 15th on the Oricon Weekly Chart and Billboard JAPAN Top Singles Sales
Individually wrapped mini doughnuts to enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Pocket Crueller.” Introducing “Pocket Crueller Colorful Chocolate,” a colorful new product like the popular “Chocolate Sprinkle”!
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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Japan will begin selling “Colorful Chocolate,” a new flavor of its mini doughnut “Pocket Crueller,” at 10 locations in Tokyo only from November 1, 2026.
The battle for the starring role in Matomage begins! “Hidden gem” vs. “classic”—which will take center stage? Voting campaign
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Matomage, the hair styling brand for updos by 株式会社ウテナ, will launch a popularity voting campaign on October 26, 2026, pitting its classic items against hidden gems for the starring role, along with outdoor advertising on the Shibuya Center Gai Hit Vision.
Facts
70 million units shipped cumulatively across the series
30 winners will be selected by lottery to receive a gift
Price: 693 yen (suggested retail price including tax)
Price: 803 yen (suggested retail price including tax)
Price: 825 yen (suggested retail price including tax)
Price: 1,100 yen (suggested retail price including tax)
[Held Nov. 20 (Fri.)] From 3DGS × AI and drones × XR × CIM to MR. Learn how Unity is used in industry at “Unity Industry Meetup Tokyo #2” [Free in-person attendance and online viewing]
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株式会社ボーンデジタル will hold “Unity Industry Meetup Tokyo #2,” an event focused on the use of Unity in industry, on November 20, 2026, co-hosted with ユニティ・テクノロジーズ・ジャパン株式会社 and 株式会社ホロラボ.
Notice regarding the provision of the “The Apothecary Diaries for d Value Pass” service on NTT Docomo’s “d Value Pass”
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株式会社Creative Plus has begun providing digital content based on the popular novel The Apothecary Diaries by Hinata Natsu to NTT DOCOMO's “d Value Pass.”
Original【休日いぬ部×Dog Hotel Shirahama 特別企画】ドッグリゾートで過ごす、愛犬との無料宿泊キャンペーンを開催
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The pet travel media outlet 休日いぬ部, operated by 株式会社イオレ, has published a report on a stay at Dog Hotel Shirahama and is holding a commemorative campaign in which 2 parties will be selected by lottery to win free accommodation vouchers.
Facts
2 parties will be selected by lottery
Capital: 3.23253 billion yen
Number of employees: 81
5,000 yen (before tax) per 1 adult
Companies mentioned：株式会社イオレ、Dog Hotel Shirahama、休日いぬ部
[Regular Report on Related Population] 87.2% of resort-job workers are employed outside their prefecture of residence
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株式会社ダイブグループ has published its “Regular Report on Related Population: Summer 2026,” based on data on resort-job workers. According to the findings, 87.2% of workers were employed outside their prefecture of residence, and 68.7% of all employment was through extensions or repeat placements.
株式会社明光ネットワークジャパン surveyed 1,000 parents with children from 1st grade of elementary school through 3rd grade of high school about disaster preparedness in households with children. The results showed that 95.1% were highly concerned about not knowing where their children were during a disaster, and about 40% of parents wanted schools and cram schools to provide “prompt information” and “temporary protection for children.” In addition, about 30% were unaware of the “Disaster Management Agency,” which is scheduled to be established in November 2026. The most commonly expected responses included “securing communications” and “improving evacuation shelters.”
<Wonjungyo> A new shade of the hugely popular Diamond Liner makes it easy to add a hint of lemon makeup! Limited re-release of the hugely popular sheet mask with the largest amount of essence in the series’ history (*1)
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Wonjungyo will release a new shade, “07 Pinky Lemon,” of its Diamond Liner and bring back for a limited time its Moist Up Lady Skin Pack DM SP sheet mask, which contains the largest amount of essence in the series’ history.
Facts
¥1,540 each (tax included)
50 sheets, 2,090 yen (tax included)
Saturday, Nov. 7
Monday, November 16
Contains 2 times the amount of moisturizing ingredients
PRONTO Shin-Koiwa Store to open on Tuesday, Nov. 24, amid ongoing development around Shin-Koiwa Station
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株式会社プロントコーポレーション will open PRONTO Shin-Koiwa Store on Nov. 24, 2026, a 2-minute walk from the south exit of Shin-Koiwa Station on the JR Sobu Line. The store covers approximately 36.77 tsubo and has 58 seats. It will operate as a cafe in the morning and as a “Kissakaba” in the evening.
Monthly trends in pre-owned tower condominiums: prices see notable declines (September 2026 results)
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According to September 2026 trends in pre-owned tower condominiums released by 株式会社マーキュリー, the average price in Tokyo's 23 wards fell 12.8% year over year, while prices in Osaka City also turned lower month over month.
[Tokyo Great Bears] “Pocket Card 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 ポケットカード株式会社 as match-day sponsor for the Tokyo Great Bears vs. サントリーサンバーズ大阪 match in the “2026-27 Daido Life SV.LEAGUE MEN,” to be held at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium No. 2 on Dec. 19 and 20, 2026. A joint campaign with Famima Card will also be held.
A new taste of autumn arrives from 山下本気うどん!! New “Fluffy Grated Yam, Mentaiko and Moon-Viewing Udon” launches
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山下本気うどん, operated by 株式会社ガーデン, will offer its new “Fluffy Grated Yam, Mentaiko and Moon-Viewing Udon” for a limited time from Nov. 1 to Dec. 27, 2026. It will be available at all 24 locations in Japan for 1,164 yen (1,280 yen including tax).
Facts
Price: 1,164 yen (1,280 yen including tax)
Stores: All 山下本気うどん locations in Japan (24 locations)
Starting Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Available for a limited time through Sunday, Dec. 27
Launching “Smart Power Station-GX,” a GX ZEH-compliant (*1) home equipped with solar power generation and storage systems suited to each family's lifestyle
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積水化学工業 will launch “Smart Power Station-GX,” a steel-frame detached home compliant with GX ZEH standards and equipped as standard with a high-capacity solar power generation and storage system, starting Oct. 30.
The 32nd installment in the “Eijiro Edo Calendar” series! The death of a man who sank into the Ōkawa River and the mystery of a fortune surrounding a geisha — “Rain on Hamacho Riverbank: Eijiro Edo Calendar 32” goes on sale Oct. 26!
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株式会社二見書房 will release “Rain on Hamacho Riverbank: Eijiro Edo Calendar 32,” the 32nd installment in the historical fiction series “Eijiro Edo Calendar” by Kenji Kosugi, on Oct. 26, 2026. The series has sold more than 600,000 copies, and this book is the author's final work.
A new “Disney/W Start Drill” (Double Start Drill) for elementary school students, which lets them begin studying 2 subjects in 1 book, now comes with school-entry preparation items! Launching in November 2026!
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株式会社新興出版社啓林館 will release a new edition of its “Disney/W Start Drill” study workbook for elementary school students, bundled with school-entry preparation items, in November 2026.
クレディセゾン to create original IP by discovering manga story ideas; launches the Manga Saison Original Story Award, with a 2 million yen grand prize and guaranteed manga adaptation
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株式会社クレディセゾン will hold the Manga Saison Original Story Award from Oct. 26, 2026, in collaboration with 株式会社indent, aiming to create original IP by discovering manga story ideas. The grand prize is 2 million yen, and each Excellence Award winner will receive 500,000 yen. Winning works are guaranteed to be adapted into manga.