Tickets for “Sammy presents NEW HORIZON FEST 2026” selected as a hometown tax donation gift from Koto City
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Tickets for “Sammy presents NEW HORIZON FEST 2026,” a music festival hosted by サミー株式会社, have been selected as a hometown tax donation gift from Koto City, Tokyo.
[Free SEO & LLMO Strategy Webinar] Patients search for their “concerns,” not a clinic’s name. — SEO & LLMO patient acquisition strategies that reach patients’ “concerns”
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Announcement of a free web seminar to be held by 株式会社WeBridge on November 11. The seminar will explain new patient acquisition strategies using SEO and LLMO to address the tendency for patients to search by “concern” rather than by clinic name.
Stripe announces global partnership with メルセデス AMG・ペトロナス・F1 チーム
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Stripe announced on October 20, 2026, that it had entered into a global partnership with メルセデス AMG・ペトロナス・F1 チーム. Stripe will become the team’s official global payments partner and official team partner, with its branding appearing from the opening race of the 2027 season.
BizteX launches “1-day AI course for executives,” supporting a shift from management that brainstorms with AI to management that delegates tasks to AI
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BizteX株式会社 has launched its “1-day AI course for executives,” which teaches executives and officers at mid-sized and small companies to create AI agents and apps using Claude Code.
The 4th anniversary livestream for “Goddess of Victory: NIKKE,” “Gathering of Goddesses: To the Promised Land,” ends to great acclaim! Ranks No. 1 in trends in Japan and worldwide! New SSR Nikkes and the latest 4th anniversary updates unveiled!
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SHIFT UP, developer of “Goddess of Victory: NIKKE,” and publisher Level Infinite announced that the 4th anniversary livestream, broadcast on October 24, 2026, ranked No. 1 in trends in Japan and worldwide. New SSR characters, major update information, global events, and more were revealed.
東京システムハウス revamps corporate website — A site that embodies “a strategic IT partner close to its customers”
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東京システムハウス株式会社 comprehensively revamped its corporate website on October 22, 2026, clearly communicating its commitment and value as “a strategic IT partner close to its customers” while improving convenience for stakeholders.
[Sayama City, Saitama Prefecture] Hone your voice for the opening game at the new stadium of rugby team 川越狭山セコムラガッツ. Applications open for participants in the Sayama Citizens’ University “Voice Connection Project”
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Sayama City is partnering with 株式会社ボイスクリエーションシュクル and 川越狭山セコムラガッツ to hold the “Sayama Citizens’ University × Voice Training × Rugby Cheering Course” over 3 sessions starting November 14, Reiwa 8. It is recruiting 50 people who live, work, or study in Saitama Prefecture. The final session will include watching the opening game at the new stadium.
Hoshi Tabeyo celebrates its 40th anniversary this winter. Winter’s Starry Sky campaign and Hoshi Hoshi LINE stickers arrive!
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株式会社栗山米菓 will mark the 40th anniversary of the launch of Hoshi Tabeyo by introducing winter-limited packaging and a campaign starting November 1, 2026, and releasing LINE stickers featuring its official character, Hoshi Hoshi.
A blissful autumn-and-winter hot pot, complete with fresh soba noodles to finish! “Fluffy grated yam hot pot with jumbo nameko mushrooms and chicken thighs”
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楽彩株式会社 will launch “Fluffy grated yam hot pot with jumbo nameko mushrooms and chicken thighs — served with fresh soba noodles to finish” from its meal-kit brand “RAKUSAI” on October 26, 2026. The price is 1,880 yen (tax included).
[Event Report] “Nongshim Neoguri Spicy Stir-Fried Champon Cup” makes an early appearance at “Delicious Food Expo 2026 Autumn/Winter” ahead of its launch, drawing huge crowds! Finally on sale at convenience stores starting today, Monday, October 26!!
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Ahead of the launch of its new product “Nongshim Neoguri Spicy Stir-Fried Champon Cup,” 株式会社農心ジャパン exhibited at “Delicious Food Expo 2026 Autumn/Winter” and offered tasting experiences. The product will go on sale nationwide at convenience stores starting October 26.
Facts
Net weight: 111 g (85 g of noodles)
Spiciness: 2.0
Companies mentioned：株式会社農心ジャパン、ホテルニューオータニ、株式会社PR TIMES
“Toyonaka Model House,” a pre-owned property from “MUJI House,” obtains permission to use the “Anshin R Housing” mark under a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism notice
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株式会社MUJI HOUSE announced that its pre-owned “Toyonaka Model House” property from “MUJI House” has obtained permission to use the “Anshin R Housing” mark under a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism notice.
“The photographs stay at the ryokan.” Tetsuo Sako’s photo exhibition “URESHINO SHOT” will be held throughout Wataya Besso (Nov. 3; 76 Festival)
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株式会社和多屋別荘 will hold a photo exhibition, “URESHINO SHOT,” by Tetsuo Sako beginning Nov. 3, 2026. Works capturing the scenery of Ureshino, Saga, will be displayed throughout the ryokan, which is celebrating its 76th anniversary, with concept rooms and a pop-up area also planned.
Facts
From Nov. 3, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday)
Celebrating its 76th anniversary
5 noren curtains
Set on grounds spanning approximately 20,000 tsubo
Tsushima’s junior high school students will change the world! Building on their predecessors’ efforts for peace, new “learning connected to the world” begins at Tobu Junior High School and Seibu Junior High School
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Original特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクトは、2026年10月21日に対馬市立東部中学校および西部中学校で講演会を実施し、国際協働学習の成果とEXPO FUTURES AWARD 2026での受賞を報告した。
Newly developed customer service AI (β version) [patent pending] connects with e-tickets and event details. The integrated ticketing platform for immersive content, “ESCAPE.ID,” offers everything from phone and chat support to creating an immersive experience.
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ESCAPE株式会社 has developed customer service AI (β version) that connects with e-tickets and event details. It supports web chat and phone calls, providing FAQ responses, escalation to staff, and support tailored to users’ progress through integration with ESCAPE.ID GAMES save data. The company also announced its aim to offer Japan’s lowest effective fees by Sept. 14, 2026.
ＳＯＭＰＯひまわり生命保険 has revised the points program in its “ＭＹひまわり” app, updating the lottery settings and enabling immediate crediting of gacha coins and points.
[FEMMUE] A gift of beauty for your skin at year’s end. A limited-quantity holiday box featuring a set of 4 sheet masks to care for skin during the dry season.
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FEMMUE, the skincare brand of 株式会社アリエルトレーディング, is releasing a limited-quantity “Afterglow Complete Set,” featuring 4 sheet masks to care for skin during the dry season in a holiday-exclusive box. Price: 3,960 yen (tax included).
Ogiyahagi get to the “unfiltered opinions” of 3 competing restaurant chains in new show “Ogiyahagi’s Anonymous Roundtable: A Peek at What Company Employees Really Think”
[shaishaishai] A little good fortune for your daily beauty routine. The “Lucky Wish Kit,” a special holiday kit featuring shaishaishai’s popular products to enjoy all at once, is available in limited quantities.
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Korean skincare brand shaishaishai is releasing the limited-edition holiday box “Lucky Wish Kit” in limited quantities, featuring popular products for everything from eye-area care to facial care. Retail price: 2,310 yen (tax included).
Facts
Retail price: 2,310 yen (tax included)
Approximately 90% or more skincare ingredients*2
Banana Conceal Eye Cream (15g)
Aloe PDRN Cooling Gel Pad Mask (21mL) × 1 sheet
Caffeine Shot Vita C Toning Mask (25mL) × 1 sheet
Companies mentioned：株式会社アリエルトレーディング、shaishaishai、Qoo10公式ストア、MASH GO GREEN STORE、Amazon、Cosme Kitchen、Biople、ロフト
NEC Nets SI and JP Universe begin technology partnership for “竜宮国” and “竜宮LINK”
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NEC Nets SI and JP Universe are launching a technology partnership for the RPG platform “竜宮国” and the otherworldly communication RPG “竜宮LINK.” By using NEC Nets SI’s AI-agent-driven web data collection API “TinyFish” to incorporate real-world data into games, the companies aim to enhance user experiences and revitalize regional communities.
Facts
March 2026
Companies mentioned：NECネッツエスアイ株式会社、JP UNIVERSE株式会社、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、TinyFish, Inc.
Exhibiting at Chemical Material Japan 2026 (Nov. 26–27)
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第一工業製薬株式会社 will exhibit at “Chemical Material Japan 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight on Nov. 26–27, showcasing 12 items focused on 3 areas: battery and electronic materials, biomass and cellulose materials, and materials addressing PFAS regulations and environmental needs.
[Event in conjunction with the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival] Self-photo booth “Photomatic” arrives at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya
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“Photomatic,” the self-photo brand operated by 株式会社フォトクリエイト, part of the キタムラ・ホールディングス グループ, will be installed at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya from Oct. 27, 2026, as an event in conjunction with the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival.
京都新聞企画事業株式会社 80th Anniversary Commemorative Lecture Series, Part 5: Lecture on the Kan’ei Imperial Visit to Kyoto, “The Historical Background of the Kan’ei Imperial Visit: Deepening Understanding of the Reenactment”
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As the 5th installment in 京都新聞企画事業株式会社’s 80th anniversary commemorative lecture series, a lecture on “The Historical Background of the Kan’ei Imperial Visit to Kyoto” by 藤井讓治, professor emeritus at 京都大学, will be held on Dec. 5.
The hugely popular sofa bed is now washable and comes with changeable covers! “Koala Sofa Bed CUSHY+” launches in a refreshed version on Oct. 26
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コアラジェイピー株式会社 will launch “Koala Sofa Bed CUSHY+,” an updated model of its “CUSHY” sofa bed, on Oct. 26, 2026. The new model has machine-washable, changeable covers and is available in 3 fabric lines and 8 colors.
Facts
Oct. 26, 2026
In just 5 seconds
From 139,900 yen (tax included)
From 40,000 yen (tax included)
3 fabric lines
8 colors in total
120-day trial
More than 1.5 million Australian dollars
Companies mentioned：コアラジェイピー株式会社、Koala JP 株式会社、オーストラリア・グッドデザイン賞、マイベスト、世界自然保護基金（WWF)、経済協力開発機構（OECD）、1% FOR THE PLANET
Bloom Act, provider of the online sales meeting system “ROOMS,” launches owned media outlet “非対面DX研究所 by ROOMS”
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株式会社Bloom Act, provider of the online sales meeting system “ROOMS,” has launched the owned media outlet “非対面DX研究所 by ROOMS” to share insights on remote communication and the digital transformation of customer touchpoints.
The 2027 “Piyorin Calendar” is back! An assembled desktop calendar recreating Piyorin’s adorable appearance
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ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社 has announced the launch of “Piyorin Calendar 2027,” an assembled desktop calendar inspired by its original sweet, Piyorin. Advance sales on the e-commerce site begin on Oct. 29, with sales at stores starting on Nov. 2. The price is 1,350 yen (tax included).
[Fiscal 2026] Sharefull’s gig-work survey examines the impact of rising prices
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シェアフル株式会社 conducted a survey on the impact of rising prices. A total of 94.8% said they felt the effects of rising prices, with increased food expenses standing out. Some 79.4% wanted to increase their income through side jobs or gig work, and the largest group said they needed at least 50,000 yen in additional monthly income.
株式会社SANKYO signs contract for “D-Solar” solar power service
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Daigas Energy has signed a contract with 株式会社SANKYO for the “D-Solar” solar power service and will install 495 kW of solar panels on the roof of the Sanwa Plant. The electricity generated will be sold for 20 years starting in October 2026, with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions.
Facts
495 kW of solar panels
From Oct. 2026
During the 20-year D-Solar contract period
About 30%
Annual CO2 emissions reduction of approximately 180 tons
MOMI&TOY'S, known for its melt-in-your-mouth crepes, will offer 2 peanut crepes in collaboration with ソントン食品株式会社 for a limited time
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Crepe brand “MOMI&TOY'S,” operated by 株式会社アルテゴ, is teaming up with ソントン食品株式会社 to offer 2 peanut crepes for a limited time, made with “Family Cup Rich Peanut Cream.”
Directly connected to the Onaruto Bridge spanning Awaji Island and Tokushima, Shikoku! New menu items featuring ingredients from Awaji Island will arrive at the food courts in both directions of Awajishima Minami Parking Area on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026!
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3 new menu items featuring ingredients from Awaji Island will go on sale at the food court in Awajishima Minami Parking Area starting Oct. 27, 2026.
“We want to protect the smiles of our community when it matters most”: Agreement signed with Iwanuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, on the provision of supplies during disasters
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株式会社東北フジパン has signed an agreement with Iwanuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, on the provision of supplies and other assistance during disasters.
Frozen bread donated to the 68th Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition
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フジパン donated frozen bread for the 68th Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition on Oct. 20, 2026. The company has continued making annual donations since 1966 and will provide approximately 30 types of products this time as well.
Limited-time release! Back nationwide due to popular demand: “Kamu Kamu La France,” offering the fresh, rich flavor of La France pears, launches Monday, Nov. 2
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三菱食品株式会社 will bring its chewy candy “Kamu Kamu La France,” made with La France pear juice from Yamagata Prefecture, back nationwide starting Nov. 2, 2026.
Survey of 810 people seeking marriage on what prompted them to start looking｜What triggered them to overcome the “barrier to marriage” felt by 70%?
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株式会社オミカレ has released the results of a survey of 810 men and women seeking marriage. While more than 70% of unmarried respondents wanted to get married, the biggest obstacle to starting the search was “not having opportunities to meet people.” Factors that prompted them to take the plunge included “anxiety about age” and “the availability of services that make it easy to meet people efficiently.”
Facts
810 men and women seeking marriage
More than 1.1 million members
Lack of opportunities to meet people (70.5%)
Anxiety about the future (39.0%)
Because I felt strong pressure due to my age (56.9%)
Because services for finding a partner (apps, parties, etc.) provide an environment for meeting people efficiently (43.6%)
Illustrator ムセンリ (Mengxuan Li), whose “witch and cat” world has won overwhelming support from a broad audience, releases a long-awaited first art book in Japan!
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株式会社玄光社 will release illustrator ムセンリ’s first art book in Japan, “星を集める猫,” on Nov. 27, 2026. A publication commemorative exhibition will be held in Harajuku, Ikebukuro and Kyoto.
メディア4u to exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo”
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株式会社メディア4u will exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo,” to be held in November 2026, and introduce its “オーロラX” communications platform for businesses.
Facts
Nov. 12 (Thu.) and 13 (Fri.), 2026
No. 1 in domestic corporate SMS delivery share for 5 consecutive years
Final pitches by 14 members of the 7th cohort of “COM-PJ,” a program supporting young entrepreneurs seeking to solve social issues, to be held on Oct. 31.
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The final pitches by the 7th cohort of “COM-PJ,” a social entrepreneur development program co-hosted by 京都リサーチパーク株式会社 and 株式会社taliki, will be held on Oct. 31, 2026. 14 young entrepreneurs selected from across Japan will present their businesses, and the judges’ award and audience award winners will be decided.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
COM-PJ enters its 7th year
After a 3-month program
More than 80 graduates of past programs
Raised more than 100 million yen
Received more than 100 awards, among other achievements
Generally 30 years old or younger
Founded less than 2 years ago
Held 9 times to date
More than 3,600 people have participated to date
510 organizations and 6,000 people gathered
Has supported the development of more than 400 social entrepreneurship ventures
A NEW Collection arrives from WoodWick（ウッドウィック）, the candle that lets you enjoy a crackling sound like a wood fire!
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カメヤマキャンドルハウス will begin rolling out the “Precious Metals Collection,” a new collection from the U.S.-born candle brand WoodWick, which it has sold exclusively in Japan since 2010, around December.
[For call centers and administrative centers] Now accepting consultations on short exercises between shifts, tailored to the strain of prolonged sitting and speaking
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フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has begun accepting consultations on short exercises that can be done between shifts for call centers and administrative centers. Through BODY PALETTE, it offers exercises to ease the strain of prolonged sitting and speaking, and also uses health monitoring.
Facts
Exercises will be designed to fit into about 10 minutes of break time
[For those able to open by the end of the year] Direct access from Shimbashi and Shiodome stations. A restaurant equipped with a kitchen, seating and mobile ordering can open with “0 initial costs.” Strong, low-risk support for launching a restaurant or testing a new business format
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株式会社favy will launch an “Operator Support Campaign” on Nov. 1, 2026, waiving initial costs for businesses opening by Dec. 31, 2026, at 汐留横丁, a shared food hall directly connected to Shiodome Station.
株式会社テンダ released the latest version, Ver.2.12, of its “Dojo Web Manual” tool for creating manuals in a web browser on Oct. 22, 2026. This version adds 5 new features, including smartphone browser support, image merging and multilingual support, to make manuals easier to share and view and to improve the efficiency of creation and editing.
Launching “越境AI LAB.,” a next-generation leader development program to advance corporate AI implementation and business redesign through cross-boundary experience, expert knowledge and generative AI — co-hosted with AICX Association, with advance online information sessions also planned
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株式会社エンファクトリー and 一般社団法人AICX協会 announced that they will launch “越境AI LAB.,” a 3-week hands-on program to advance corporate AI implementation and business redesign, in February 2027. A total of 3 online information sessions will be held in October and November.
A pop-up oyster hut arrives in Obu, Aichi Prefecture! Open for a limited time from Oct. 30 to Nov. 29! Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell, a heaping serving for 880 yen!
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“牡蠣奉行 in アピタ大府店” will be held for a limited time at アピタ大府店 in Obu, Aichi Prefecture, from Oct. 30 to Nov. 29, 2026. Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell will be served for 880 yen per heaping portion. The event features a self-service BBQ with binchotan charcoal, along with a wide selection of other seafood, including turban shells and scallops. The event aims to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake. The seating fee (charcoal fee) is 390 yen per person; preschool children are free.
“エブリデイ多摩ノ国” to close after its final business day on Tuesday, Nov. 3; closing event and ceremony to be held in appreciation of customers
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The crane game theme park “エブリデイ多摩ノ国,” operated by 株式会社東洋, will close after its final business day on Nov. 3, 2026, and hold a closing event to thank its customers.
A pop-up oyster hut arrives in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture! Open for a limited time from Oct. 30 to Nov. 23! Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell, a heaping serving for 880 yen!
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A pop-up oyster hut will be held for a limited time in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture, from Oct. 30 to Nov. 23. Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell will be served for 880 yen per heaping portion. The event aims to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake.
[木村屋總本店] <New product> “たぬきくん,” an adorable animal bun with big, round eyes, launches Nov. 1!
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株式会社木村屋總本店 will release “たぬきくん,” an animal-shaped bun filled with caramel cream and chocolate chips, at its directly operated stores and online shop starting Nov. 1, 2026.
Asoview! to start selling collaboration tickets for the “Omaegoto Aipri Sparkling Outing Campaign in 那須ハイランドパーク” on Monday, Oct. 26!
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アソビュー株式会社 will begin selling limited-edition tickets for a collaboration event with the anime “Omaegoto Aipri,” to be held at 那須ハイランドパーク starting in November 2026.
Facts
Starting Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
Jan. 31, 2027 (Sun.)
Saturday, Dec. 5: “Aipri” special park visit event
An additional 300 yen is required to purchase a stamp rally sheet.
Adults (junior high school students and older): 6,100 yen
Children (ages 3 through elementary school): 4,400 yen
Partners with approximately 10,000 businesses across Japan
A world first※1 for Woolmark-certified products! Combining merino wool with SELFLAME®. TENTIAL launches “Merino Wool Blend,” a high-end functional base layer.
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株式会社TENTIAL will launch the “Merino Wool Blend” series on Oct. 26, a world-first high-end functional base layer combining Woolmark-certified merino wool with the circulation-promoting functional fiber “SELFLAME®.”
“We go this far behind the scenes.” Making product development and manufacturing processes visible: video highlights efforts to ensure safety and peace of mind
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Starting Oct. 26, 2026, DyDo DRINCO released a video highlighting efforts to ensure safety and peace of mind in its development and manufacturing processes, as part of the co-creation initiative for its new product brand “dydo.”
Starting Nov. 2, Itabashi Ward will give away original insulated bags to the first customers who spend at least 3,000 yen at stores certified under “板橋のいっぴん2025.”
On Oct. 26, 2026, エニタイムフィットネス reopened its Yokohama West Exit location in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. The brand operates more than 6,000 locations in 30 countries and regions worldwide, and has surpassed 1,300 locations and 1.2 million members in Japan.
Facts
Oct. 26, 2026
More than 6,000 stores
30 countries and regions worldwide
2010
1,300 stores nationwide
1.2 million members
Companies mentioned：エニタイムフィットネス、ANYTIME FITNESS、株式会社Fast Fitness Japan
Come cheer on B.League team 横浜エクセレンス at a home game! 【昭和西川】invites 150 pairs, 300 people!
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昭和西川株式会社 is running a campaign inviting 150 pairs, 300 people to a home game of B.League team 横浜エクセレンス. Customers who spend at least 11,000 yen, including tax, on Showa Nishikawa products at participating stores in Kanagawa Prefecture will receive a pair of ticket exchange vouchers.
[New product] Wrap up a wet umbrella after the rain and put it straight into your bag: an absorbent case that fastens to fit the umbrella’s thickness
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株式会社シービージャパン will launch “GRAFF Stick-On Absorbent Umbrella Case,” an absorbent case for wrapping a wet folding umbrella, in November 2026. It fastens by attaching the fabric to itself without a zipper or buttons, and the microfiber lining absorbs water droplets.
Facts
It will go on sale in Nov. 2026
35 consecutive days of precipitation in central Tokyo
[AI search optimization case study | 株式会社マクロミル] Regular LLMO assessments reveal where you stand in AI search and help you respond to changes in search behavior | 株式会社LANY
Enjoy Christmas without overdoing it! Add a little something for an easy, casual holiday feel ♪ “KitKat Holiday Santa” goes on seasonal sale starting Monday, Nov. 2
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Starting Nov. 2, 2026, ネスレ日本 will launch a seasonal lineup of 4 Santa-shaped KitKat “KitKat Holiday Santa” products. Against a backdrop of rising prices, it is proposing a “little something extra” Christmas, and will also hold an event at Ueno Park and a collaboration café with Nescafé.
A costly winter for dining out: Office-based “hot and hearty parties” are thriving again, with catering get-togethers posting sales at 174.6% of last year’s level
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Sales for ボンディッシュ株式会社’s corporate catering service “ORDERMADE CATERING” have reached 174.6% of last year’s level amid rising dining-out costs and an increase in izakaya bankruptcies. Office-based “hot and hearty parties” featuring warm dishes are doing well.
【ステーキのどん】Wednesday, Oct. 28, is Gunma Prefecture Residents’ Day! Drink bars will be free again this year at 5 locations in Gunma Prefecture!
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ステーキのどん, operated by 株式会社アークミール, is running a campaign offering free drink bars at 5 locations in Gunma Prefecture to mark Gunma Prefecture Residents’ Day on Oct. 28. It has also reduced prices on about 80 main menu items starting Sept. 14.
【ステーキのどん】Thursday, Oct. 29, is “Meat Day”! Order “Don All-You-Can-Eat” and get 1 plate of 100g “sizzling Japanese beef steak” for free!
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株式会社アークミール will run a promotion on “Meat Day,” Oct. 29, giving customers one 100g plate of “Sizzling Japanese Beef Steak” when they order the “Don All-You-Can-Eat” at 5 ステーキのどん locations.
GVA TECH head and “AI Lawyer®” 山本 俊 to speak at “DX 総合EXPO 2026 秋 東京” on Thursday, Nov. 5
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山本俊, representative director of GVA TECH株式会社, will give a special lecture titled “Latest Case Studies on Legal Affairs × AI Applications” at “DX 総合EXPO 2026 秋 東京,” to be held on Nov. 5, 2026.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, 12:30–13:10
Capital: 409 million yen
Established: Jan. 4, 2017
Founded GVA法律事務所 in 2012
Founded GVA TECH株式会社 in 2017
In December 2024, became the first AI legal tech company to list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market.
“Kurashiru,” Japan’s No. 1 recipe video platform, makes recipe nutrition information available free to all users
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クラシル株式会社’s recipe video platform “Kurashiru” has made its nutrition information feature, previously limited to premium members, free to all users for 5 items, including calories.
【Yakiniku Like × Wasabeef】Enjoy as much “nose-tingling deliciousness” as you like. Add Wasabeef to your meat, rice and soup! Collaboration yakiniku set launches Nov. 2
16th-anniversary issue! Comes with a bath poster for “オタクに優しいギャルはいない!?” “Monthly Comic Zenon December 2026 Issue” goes on sale Oct. 26!
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株式会社コアミックス will release the December 2026 issue of “Monthly Comic Zenon” on Oct. 26, 2026. The 16th-anniversary issue features the new series “明治かりそめ夫婦は両片恋” and “オタクに優しいギャルはいない!?” with an original bath poster, among other content.
リーガルテックVDR launches “Stakeholder-Specific Document Sharing Templates” for business revitalization and organizational restructuring
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リーガルテック株式会社 has launched “Stakeholder-Specific Document Sharing Templates” to support the sharing of confidential information among multiple stakeholders in business revitalization and organizational restructuring.
A “sweet dinner party” decorated with candy this Christmas! A heart-stirring lineup, including advent calendars and glowing Santas. PAPABUBBLE presents HOLIDAY TABLE, on sale from Nov. 1
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Craft Candy Theater「PAPABUBBLE/パパブブレ」 will release its 2026 Christmas-limited candy collection “HOLIDAY TABLE” from Nov. 1. The lineup includes an advent calendar and a glowing Santa lollipop.
Packed with the latest know-how for enjoying a lifetime of riding: “Road Bike Training in the Disc Brake Era” goes on sale Monday, Oct. 26!
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Tatsumi Publishing will release “Road Bike Training in the Disc Brake Era,” a training book for road bikes in the disc brake era, on Oct. 26, 2026. Written by former professional road racer Osamu Kurimura, it is aimed at everyone from beginner and intermediate riders to veterans seeking to improve their skills in hill climbs and long-distance rides.
【Labor and social security attorney explains】Minimum wage hike narrows the hourly pay gap between new and veteran staff to “10 yen.” Veteran part-timers quit even though it is not illegal—how workplaces facing labor shortages should rethink part-time pay raises now
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一般社団法人クレア人財育英協会 has released a YouTube video explaining the narrowing hourly wage gap between new hires and veteran part-time workers following minimum wage increases. The video proposes introducing a performance-based pay raise system and reviewing hourly wages in coordination with minimum wage revisions.
Facts
Starting wage offered to new hires: 1,160 yen
Veteran with 5 years of service: 1,170 yen
About 2 minutes 50 seconds
More than 400 harassment and labor-management training sessions to date
More than 750 people nationwide have obtained the “Employment Clean Planner” qualification
MAXWIN launches “K-SC3-I,” an ice cream-shaped cushion pillow that clips onto a seat belt, easing neck strain when children doze off
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MAXWIN, the automotive accessories brand operated by 昌騰有限会社, has begun selling “K-SC3-I,” an ice cream-shaped cushion pillow that can be installed simply by clipping it onto a seat belt.
【叡啓大学】Applications for the comprehensive selection process (concurrent application category) opened on Oct. 26
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叡啓大学 began accepting applications on Oct. 26, 2026, for its comprehensive selection process (concurrent application category) for students entering in April 2027. There are 30 places, and applicants may also apply to other universities.
Agricultural high school students from 42 schools nationwide sell products they are proud of! The 18th annual National Agricultural High School HANASAKA Harvest Festival 2026
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An overview of the “National Agricultural High School HANASAKA Harvest Festival 2026,” co-hosted by The Mainichi Newspapers Co. and 全国農業高等学校長協会, with 大丸東京店 and ヤンマーホールディングス as partners. A 2-day market will be held on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026, where agricultural high school students from 42 schools nationwide will sell their prized crops and processed products.
【Online livestream confirmed!】“Kura Challenge Pitch Award 2026”
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株式会社クラダシ has announced that “Kura Challenge Pitch Award 2026,” to be held on Oct. 30, will be streamed online. The event features final reports and a pitch contest by students participating in the social contribution internship program “Kuradashi Challenge,” with judging by panelists from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the Ministry of the Environment and other organizations.
[柿本改] Exhaust systems: product warranty period significantly extended
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カキモトレーシング株式会社, part of G LION GROUP, announced that it will significantly extend the product warranty period for items including 柿本改-brand mufflers from 1 year to 3 years or 30,000 km, whichever comes first. The new coverage begins on Nov. 1, 2026, and will use web registration via QR code.
[柿本改] Muffler product warranty extended from 1 year to “3 years or 30,000 km.” Applies retroactively to October shipments; WEB warranty registration also significantly improves convenience for users
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カキモトレーシング, an automotive aftermarket parts manufacturer under ジーライオングループ, announced that it will extend the warranty period for its main mufflers and other exhaust products from 1 year to 3 years or 30,000 km, whichever comes first. The new policy begins on Nov. 1, 2026, and will also apply retroactively to shipments from October of that year. The company will also introduce a WEB warranty registration system using QR codes to improve convenience.
Nijigen no Mori’s “NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato” unveils a new design for the big poster awarded for completing its hugely popular “❝暁❞祭” puzzle mission!
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At the “NARUTO & BORUTO 忍里” attraction at the Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island, the big poster awarded for completing the “❝暁❞祭” roaming puzzle event will be redesigned starting Dec. 12, 2026, with all 9 original designs unveiled.
アイスマイリー to exhibit at “NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn] / AI & Artificial Intelligence Expo” for 3 days starting Nov. 11 (Wed)
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株式会社アイスマイリー will exhibit at “NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn] / AI & Artificial Intelligence Expo,” held at Makuhari Messe starting Nov. 11, 2026, where it will introduce AI solutions and offer consultations.
Facts
The 3-day event pass costs 11,000 yen (tax included).
3,000,000 monthly page views
500 or more listed products
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイスマイリー、RX Japan 合同会社、西武信用金庫恵比寿ビル
[Nov. 1 is Tea Day] Joel Robuchon × tea brand “ニナス マリー・アントワネット” present an elegant new parfait featuring a swan, limited to 20 servings per day!! ニナス hand towels to be given to the first customers
株式会社ラブキャラ’s romance personality test IP “Love Type Diagnosis,” taken 100 million times to date, is finally becoming a book! On sale from 集英社 on Monday, Oct. 26!
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The official book from 株式会社ラブキャラ, operator of “Love Type Diagnosis,” a romance personality test IP taken 100 million times to date, will be released by 集英社 on Oct. 26.
First POP-UP SHOP opens in Busan, South Korea! “Rilakkuma Sumikkogurashi PLUS by San-X Mini Store”
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サンエックス株式会社 will open the “Rilakkuma Sumikkogurashi PLUS by San-X Mini Store” at ロッテ百貨店プサン本店 in Busan, South Korea, from Oct. 30, 2026, to Jan. 31, 2027. Limited-edition products and novelty items will be offered as part of a 10th-anniversary event for Chairoikoguma, and Rilakkuma will also make an appearance.
株式会社ワンダーシェアーソフトウェア announced that the Mac version of its PDF editor “PDFelement 13” now supports macOS 27. New features include an interface inspired by Liquid Glass, integration with iPhone and iPad, Shortcuts app integration, and AI summaries.
20 Okinawa amateur baseball players to face off against aspiring pros from around the world! “面白法人カヤック presents Okinawa Amateur Baseball All-Stars vs. JWL All-Stars” set for Saturday, Dec. 5
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株式会社カヤック announced the launch of “Okinawa Amateur Baseball All-Stars vs. JWL All-Stars,” to be held at Koza Shinkin Stadium on Dec. 5, 2026, with the company as special title sponsor. In a first-of-its-kind event, 20 Okinawa amateur baseball players who have day jobs will compete against players from around the world aspiring to become professionals. The teams will be selected by fan vote.
A town tour through history, waterfronts, greenery and food: Hamamatsucho Shibadaimon, Takeshiba and Shibaura Stamp Rally to be held starting Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
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芝東京ベイ協議会 will hold a stamp rally across the 3 districts of Hamamatsucho Shibadaimon, Takeshiba and Shibaura starting Oct. 31, 2026, inviting visitors to explore history, waterfronts, greenery and food. A free loop bus will also operate on a trial basis during the event.
A new project proposing everyday wear for characters from the “Gundam series” launches. A collaboration POPUP with 火消魂 will also be held.
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STRICT-G, the apparel shop of 株式会社バンダイ’s Lifestyle Business Division, is launching STRICT-G RUNWAY, a new project focused on character fashion, and unveiling original illustrations of 4 characters from “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM” for its 2026 fall/winter collection. A collaboration POPUP with the brand 火消魂 will also open on October 31, with presales beginning as well.