The cover of the November issue of monthly magazine “とぶ！ぴあ” features Ryunosuke Kamiki in illustration and live-action! A 14-page special on “ゴジラ-0.0,” including an exclusive three-way interview with Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe and director Takashi Yamazaki. Masaki Aiba, Wataru Hyuga and Unicorn also appear!!
“Kunio” and “Tamiyo,” original government public relations characters for the Cabinet Office Government Public Relations Office’s Reiwa 8 campaign theme, “Changes in the Security Environment Surrounding Japan and the Importance of Comprehensive National Power,” make their debut; key visual unveiled for the first time!
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吉本興業, commissioned by the Cabinet Office Government Public Relations Office, created the original characters “くにお” and “たみよ” and unveiled a key visual for its Reiwa 8 campaign on changes in the security environment and the importance of national power.
“イオンイタリアフェア” to be held at approximately 3,700 stores nationwide for 5 days starting Oct. 30
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イオン株式会社 will hold “イオンイタリアフェア” at approximately 3,700 stores nationwide for 5 days starting Oct. 30, selling imported food, fashion items and miscellaneous goods.
[JAF Oita] Traffic safety seminar teaches through “driving experiences unavailable on public roads”
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JAF大分支部 will hold a practical driving seminar for general drivers, “Driver Seminar: General Course,” at 大分県自動車学校 on Nov. 29. The seminar encourages safe driving through experiences unavailable on public roads.
[Grow crystals and make the world’s one-of-a-kind magic wand] New “Grow Purple Crystals to Make a Magic Wand and Magic Items” kit!
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株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, has begun taking preorders for “Gakken Science and Learning Play: Grow Purple Crystals to Make a Magic Wand and Magic Items,” an experiment kit for growing purple crystals to make a magic wand and accessories. It is supervised by Kayoko Sato.
Facts
Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
Scheduled for release on Dec. 10, 2026
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
3 distinctive types of crystals
Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
“Shimaenaga-chan,” the mascot of morning information program “THE TIME,” gets its first book! Set for release on Dec. 18, 2026. Preorders now open
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage announced that it will release “THE TIME, シマエナガちゃんずかん,” a book featuring “シマエナガちゃん,” the mascot of TBSテレビ’s morning information program “THE TIME,” on Dec. 18, 2026. Preorders are now open.
Facts
Dec. 18, 2026
1,650 yen
128 pages
100％
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、TBSテレビ、株式会社KADOKAWA、KADOKAWA、Amazon、TBSショッピング
株式会社KADOKAWA will release “遺失物統轄機構 ボードゲーム ルーム・アフター・ルーム,” a board game based on the world of the art book “遺失物統轄機構,” on Feb. 18, 2027. The price is 4,510 yen (tax included). An acrylic stand featuring newly drawn artwork is also scheduled to be sold exclusively through カドスト.
Addressing critical PHP vulnerabilities: Do you know the status of your own website? TRUSQUETTA EYES renews its service website
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株式会社トラスクエタ has renewed the service website for its website-wide monitoring tool, TRUSQUETTA EYES, adding PHP version monitoring and information to support vulnerability response.
Understand why the other party thinks the way they do. Recruiting participants for a pilot of “Cross-Boundary 1-on-1 (working title),” a planning consultation service for government, sports clubs and businesses (2 individuals and 2 companies)
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株式会社ザスモールシングス is recruiting participants for a pilot of “Cross-Boundary 1-on-1 (working title),” a consultation service for people responsible for planning who are struggling to make progress among government, sports clubs and businesses. Limited to 2 individuals and 2 companies, the service offers a 60-minute conversation and a decision memo.
Facts
2 individuals
2 companies
60-minute conversation
Within 2 business days after the conversation
Price (tax included)... 10.000 yen
Price (tax included)... 132,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ザスモールシングス、THE SMALL THINGS inc.
[Shin Nihon Enex] Named a “Certified Company for Employee Engagement” for 5 consecutive years
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株式会社新日本エネックス has been named a “Certified Company for Employee Engagement” for fiscal 2026 by Great Place To Work® Institute Japan, marking its 5th consecutive year of certification since 2022.
Facts
5 consecutive years
FY2026
2022
Approximately 170 countries
More than 21,000 companies
Companies mentioned：株式会社新日本エネックス、Great Place To Work® Institute Japan、株式会社働きがいのある会社研究所
[N.Avenue club Oct. 22 Event Report] How can privacy be protected in the AI era? The future of “authentication” and “trust” without sharing too much data
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N.Avenue株式会社 held a roundtable for N.Avenue club on Oct. 22 to discuss privacy protection and the future of authentication and trust in the AI era. The community is currently recruiting corporate members for its 4th term, with annual membership fees starting at 1 million yen.
Facts
More than 200 companies
More than 1,000 employees
Annual membership fee: ¥1 million
Companies mentioned：N.Avenue株式会社、ニューヨーク連邦準備銀行、NEC、Datachain、デジタル庁、Input Output Global、NADA NEWS、CoinDesk JAPAN
株式会社ボルテージ will begin voting on Oct. 26 for its popularity poll event, “Love Kare Award 2026 Autumn,” featuring a total of 111 handsome characters from 7 titles.
[Support for HR System Reform] Building an organization where hard work is rewarded by linking performance evaluations with compensation
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セレクションアンドバリエーション株式会社 supported 日本精工硝子株式会社 with its HR system reform, establishing clear compensation rules by linking performance evaluations with compensation and building a system that accommodates both younger and veteran employees.
Facts
Since its founding in 1895
With a history of more than 130 years
has supported the transformation of more than 200 companies
[JAF Niigata] Take on the challenge in your own car! The “2026 ART JAF Autotest,” where drivers compete on their skills, is coming!
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The Niigata branch of 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟（JAF） is supporting the “2026 ART JAF Autotest,” to be held at スピードパーク新潟 on Nov. 3, with the aim of improving driving skills and invigorating motorsports.
A 168-year-old company takes on the challenge of building the region’s future: “Nagasaki Cookie Tin” wins a Good Design Award
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The “Nagasaki Cookie Tin” by the 168-year-old company （株）いろやあ has won a Good Design Award. The product brings together the region’s history and craftspeople’s skills, and reflects a vision for regional revitalization.
Expanding into the 4th ASEAN country! “Philippine Scout,” a specialized scouting-based job-change platform connecting Japan and the Philippines, officially launches Oct. 26
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株式会社サンクアジア officially launched “Philippine Scout,” a scouting-based recruitment platform specializing in job changes and hiring between Japan and the Philippines, on Oct. 26, 2026. The service marks its expansion into its 4th ASEAN country and offers high-precision matching and a fully success-based fee structure.
Facts
Officially launched Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
More than 80% of the listed jobs
Offer monthly salaries exceeding 150,000 pesos (equivalent to an annual income of approximately 5 million yen)
Executive job openings with annual incomes of 10 million yen or more
10%–13% of the projected annual income
The number of registered job seekers across the 3 existing services has exceeded 5,000
More than 300 new users continue to register every month
Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, opens recruitment for participants in a regional challenges project
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Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, is recruiting participants for a regional challenges project starting in November 2026, where they will co-create new value with local businesses.
[World’s first※] Issuance of 4,883 tCO2e in EARTHSTORY voluntary credits through automotive parts reuse
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株式会社Linkhola issued 4,883 tCO2e in voluntary carbon credits through the EARTHSTORY system for a CO2 emissions reduction project using reused automotive parts, submitted by 株式会社NGP.
A survey by the online medical consultation service 御用聞きドクター found that “insomnia and sleep problems” ranked first among consultation symptoms, accounting for 35.7% of the total, while 56% of domestic shipments were related to insomnia.
Facts
563 consultations
35.7% of the total
Of domestic shipments, 56% involved insomnia consultations
VIOLET launches “WordPress Graduation Pack,” which moves WordPress sites to websites that “don’t need PHP updates”
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株式会社VIOLET has launched “WordPress Graduation Pack,” which moves WordPress sites to static sites requiring no programming, to eliminate PHP vulnerability risks and the burden of updates. In response to critical PHP vulnerabilities announced by IPA (including CVE-2026-109618), the service addresses risks associated with the end of support for PHP 8.1 and earlier. The company has also launched a free website health check.
Hiroyuki Maru, Representative Director and Group CEO of Leave a Nest, has been appointed technical advisor to Morus, which is working to address global health challenges with homegrown nutritional resources.
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Morus株式会社 has appointed Yukihiro Maru, representative director and Group CEO of 株式会社リバネス, as a technical adviser. Morus will strengthen research, development and commercialization of “MorSilk®,” a material derived from silkworms, a domestic nutritional resource, and conduct functional research at a newly established research center in Okinawa Prefecture.
Facts
Involved for more than 20 years
For about 20 years
Companies mentioned：Morus株式会社、株式会社リバネス、UntroD Capital Asia Pte. Ltd.、株式会社ユーグレナ
For comfortable days for both pets and people: New “Omamori Beauty Hand Cream” made with 100% food-derived ingredients (※1)
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犬猫生活株式会社 will begin advance sales of “Omamori Beauty Hand Cream,” made with 100% food-derived ingredients for use by both pets and people, on October 26, 2026, followed by its official launch on November 17.
Facts
100% food-derived ingredients
Advance sales begin Monday, October 26, 2026
Official launch begins Tuesday, November 17
Continuously donates 20% of profits to animal welfare activities
KIBOR CABLE to exhibit at SMART ENERGY WEEK (Kansai) 2026, taking place November 18–20, 2026
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KIBOR CABLE will exhibit cable products for solar power plants and energy storage facilities at SMART ENERGY WEEK (Kansai) 2026, to be held at INTEX Osaka from November 18 to 20, 2026. It also announced that it has begun offering cut-to-length sales from domestic inventory.
If you do nothing, legal amendments will eat into your profits. If you don't know about subsidies, you can't use them.
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輝翔法律事務所 is recruiting members for its free “輝翔メルマガ会員” program, which provides information on responding to legal amendments and using subsidies 4 times a year.
日硝ハイウエー opens “Shin-Wakamatsu Logistics Center” in Kitakyushu
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On October 16, 2026, 株式会社日硝ハイウエー opened the “Shin-Wakamatsu Logistics Center” in Wakamatsu Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. The center has approximately 3,000 tsubo of total warehouse floor space, and tenant recruitment has begun.
Spacely's “3D Walkthrough for Home Tours” wins the 2026 Good Design Award
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“Spacely,” a 3D walkthrough for home tours provided by 株式会社スペースリー, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. It can be easily created without specialized knowledge and is being adopted by major homebuilders, including スウェーデンハウス, タマホーム and 日本ハウスホールディングス.
Facts
2026 Good Design Award
Online tour content is ready in approximately 15 minutes
Reduced workload by 99%
Previously took specialist staff approximately 10 hours
Services are provided to more than 15,000 businesses
Limited-edition latte to be served to coincide with the “LOHE COFFEE” × MUSINSA Osaka Pop-Up Store 2026
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LOHE COFFEE & COFFEE COCKTAIL/Osaka Umeda store will offer the limited-edition “MUSINSA Cacao Honey Latte” and the “Krunji” sweet in conjunction with the MUSINSA pop-up store, running from October 23 to November 8, 2026.
ジーピーオンライン certified as a “DX-Certified Business Operator” by 経済産業省
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株式会社ジーピーオンライン was certified as a “DX-Certified Business Operator” by 経済産業省 effective October 1, 2026. The company has been developing Japanese-language LLMs since 2021 and is working to shorten production timelines through AI-driven development and develop in-house business tools.
Facts
Effective October 1, 2026
Since 2021
25th anniversary
November 2025
September 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジーピーオンライン、経済産業省、Aimesoft Inc.
New shoes and bags arrive from 2 of HUNTER’s classic series that bring color to fall and winter fashion
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HUNTER, a British brand, is bringing 2 new shoes and 2 bags to the Japanese market for the fall/winter season. The lineup includes waterproof slippers and boots from the In/Out series and a 3-way puffer bag. They will be available at stores and online.
Event report: 倉敷中央病院 and SUNABACO co-host “Setouchi MED Innovation Conference,” a celebration of “generative AI × citizen development” led by healthcare professionals
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株式会社SUNABACO and 倉敷中央病院 have released a report on the “Setouchi MED Innovation Conference,” which they co-hosted. The event shared practical examples of citizen development using generative AI and healthcare DX, and drew 2,200 participants.
Spend a relaxing New Year with family at a resort hotel in Miyazu, Kyoto. Special buffet featuring red snow crab and beef steak, calligraphy and New Year games【メルキュール京都宮津リゾート＆スパ】
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メルキュール京都宮津リゾート＆スパ will hold year-end and New Year events from December 26, 2026, to January 17, 2027. Offerings include a special buffet featuring red snow crab and beef steak, a lion dance, New Year calligraphy and a kite-making workshop. Sake from local breweries, including ハクレイ酒造, will also be served.
ラ・プレリー will launch limited-edition kits of “Swiss Pristine Repair Ritual” and “SC Luxe Cream Festive Edition” on November 1, 2026. A gift will also be offered to customers who spend ¥66,000 or more.
【Kanto/Tokai areas・free appraisals】Rediscover the value of items tucked away before year-end decluttering—purchase specialist つなぐ屋 holds limited-time buying fairs
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つなぐ屋, a purchase specialist operated by 株式会社カイトル, will hold limited-time buying fairs with free appraisals in the Kanto and Tokai areas from October 26 to 31, 2026.
【Kansai area・free appraisals】Check the value of unused items before starting year-end decluttering—purchase specialist つなぐ屋 holds limited-time buying fairs
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つなぐ屋, a purchase specialist operated by 株式会社カイトル, will hold limited-time buying fairs with free appraisals in the Kansai area from October 26 to 31, 2026.
株式会社モンテローザ will hold its Year-End and New Year Party Campaign at participating locations nationwide from Nov. 1, 2026, to Jan. 11, 2027. Perks include 500 yen off for online reservations, free-flowing drinks, Amazon gift cards for high-value purchases, and PayPay points.
Launch of the 'Website Starter Pack' with 0 yen in production costs
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株式会社あいもか will begin offering its Website Starter Pack in October 2026. The service creates a 5-page website with 0 yen in production costs, with a contract signed after the client reviews a sample. For a monthly fee of 19,800 yen, it includes publication, maintenance, and updates.
Connecting the 'memories' of long-time residents with what newcomers 'want to know'
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千葉稲毛ビール合同会社 will hold 'The 2nd Inage Quest ~Past to Future~' at its directly operated brewpub on Nov. 14, 2026. This special event consists solely of classroom sessions and aims to connect the memories of long-time residents with the curiosity of newcomers.
[Minakami, Gunma] After a sauna in a courtyard overlooking Mt. Tanigawa, enjoy a cold plunge and open-air bath beneath the stars | 'COCO VILLA Minakami,' a private villa, grand opens
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ココザス株式会社 grand opened 'COCO VILLA Minakami,' a private rental villa overlooking Mt. Tanigawa in Minakami, Gunma Prefecture, on Oct. 26, 2026. The 3LDK villa can accommodate up to 10 guests and features a sauna, an open-air bath, and a fire pit.
[Third installment] Full timetable released and final participating schools announced for the 'Private School and International Education Forum' on Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)! Shibuya Sakura Stage BLOOM GATE
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International Education Lab（IEL） and 未来図 will hold the 'Private School and International Education Forum' at Shibuya Sakura Stage BLOOM GATE on Nov. 3, 2026. The final list of 10 schools participating in the poster session and the complete timetable have been released. A special talk session by AERA with Kids and booths by ドルトンX学園高等学校 and CTIS国際高等学院 have also been confirmed.
Facts
All 10 schools
Nov. 3, 2026
10:00〜18:00
April 2027
Established: June 2025
Date established: June 2020
Companies mentioned：株式会社SEKAISHA、International Education Lab、未来図、リザプロ株式会社、AERA with Kids、東急不動産株式会社、東京インターナショナルスクール、キャピタル東京インターナショナルスクール、モンテッソーリ・スクール・オブ・東京、青山学院中等部・高等部、渋谷教育学園渋谷中学高等学校、國學院大學久我山中学高等学校、実践女子学園中学校高等学校、東京都市大学等々力中学校・高等学校、三田国際科学学園中学校・高等学校、茗溪学園中学校高等学校、知窓学舎、ドルトンX学園高等学校、河合塾グループ、CTIS国際高等学院、株式会社CTIS、武蔵大学、法政大学GIS
Newly drawn artwork unveiled for the made-to-order 'Big Acrylic Stand,' a product commemorating the completion of the 14th and final volume of the manga 'The Dangers in My Heart'! Commemorative fair starts Nov. 6
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株式会社アニメイト has unveiled newly drawn artwork for the made-to-order 'Big Acrylic Stand,' a product commemorating the completion of the 14th and final volume of the manga 'The Dangers in My Heart,' and will hold a commemorative fair starting Nov. 6.
Christian Andreu's new JACKSON signature model, 'Pro Plus Series Signature Christian Andreu Rhoads RR24 EVTN6,' goes on sale in Japan
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Jackson, a subsidiary of フェンダーミュージック株式会社（FMIC）, will begin sales in Japan on Oct. 23, 2026, of the new signature model 'Pro Plus Series Signature Christian Andreu Rhoads RR24 EVTN6' by Christian Andreu, guitarist for metal band Gojira. The estimated retail price is 412,500 yen (tax included).
AUBL（アジア大学バスケットボールリーグ） has announced its inaugural home-and-away season, 'AUBL 2026-27.' A total of 18 teams from 11 countries and regions will participate, with the regular season running from November 2026 to April 2027.
What do fans look for when choosing fan merchandise? A survey of 200 people reveals 'features that make them want to buy' and 'reasons they hesitate to purchase' (survey by Prozy株式会社)
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Prozy株式会社 conducted an online survey of 200 people who had purchased fan merchandise. Among appearance-related factors, 'a simple look that fits in with everyday clothing and belongings' was the top choice at 20.5%. The most popular feature for boosting purchase intent was 'being able to choose the person, character, or design you want' at 28.0%. The leading reason for hesitating to buy was 'random sales that don't let you choose the design you want' at 23.0%.
Facts
Among 200 people with experience buying fan merchandise
'A simple, understated look that blends in with everyday clothing and belongings' was chosen by 20.5% (41 people)
'It expresses the motif or the world of the work' was chosen by 18.0% (36 people)
'The featured person's photo or illustration is large and clearly visible' was chosen by 13.5% (27 people)
'Appearance is not a particular priority' was chosen by 20.0% (40 people)
'You can choose the person, character, or design you want to buy' was chosen by 28.0% (56 people)
'It's durable and can be used or stored for a long time' and 'You can choose from multiple sizes, colors, and designs' were each chosen by 22.0% (44 people)
'It has functions that are useful in everyday life' was chosen by 20.0% (40 people)
'Random sales mean you can't choose the person, character, or design you want' was chosen by 23.0% (46 people)
'The price feels high for the design or quality' was chosen by 21.5% (43 people)
'There are few ways to use it, so it doesn't seem practical' was chosen by 18.5% (37 people)
Hatena adds a “Privacy Mask” feature to its AI-powered interview analysis SaaS toitta. AI detects information that could identify interviewees, then masks video, audio and transcripts after human review.
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株式会社はてな added a new “Privacy Mask” feature to its AI-powered interview analysis SaaS toitta on Oct. 26, 2026. The feature uses AI to detect personally identifying information, such as names and affiliations, then masks video, audio and transcripts after human review.
[Survey on Camping Beginners’ Attitudes] Top concerns are “weather (51.2%)” and “initial costs (40.4%).” More than 70% want to “start without having to bring their own gear.”
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A survey on camping beginners’ attitudes by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション found that the top concerns were “weather (51.2%)” and “initial costs (40.4%),” while more than 70% said they wanted to “start without having to bring their own gear.”
[Handball] Draw announced for the 21st Asian Women’s Handball Championship
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アジアハンドボール連盟 held the draw on Oct. 25 for the 21st Asian Women’s Handball Championship, which will begin on Nov. 23 in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and announced the results. Japan’s women’s national team, “おりひめジャパン,” is in Group A and will face Iran, China, Hong Kong and Bangladesh. The tournament also serves as a qualifier, with the top 4 teams earning places at the 2027 World Championship.
AnyFone JAPAN installs a “Prepaid SIM Vending Machine” and an “eSIM Sales Machine / WiFi Rental Machine” on Basement Floor 1 of Haneda Airport Terminal 2
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GSM Rentafone Pty Ltd.日本支店 (AnyFone JAPAN) installed a prepaid SIM vending machine and an eSIM sales machine/WiFi rental machine on Basement Floor 1 of Haneda Airport Terminal 2, and began service on Oct. 15.
The first offering from new online lottery service “Otokuuji” is now on sale: a concept lottery themed around the “Living Together with Him” series from オトメイト’s popular game 『緋色の欠片』!
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株式会社クレアトゥール has launched sales of a concept lottery themed around the “Living Together with Him” series from オトメイト’s popular game 『緋色の欠片』 as the first offering from its new online lottery service “Otokuuji.”
NEXTWEEKEND and メジャースケール partner to launch “Life Edit Renovation,” a service offering lifestyle concept design and renovation proposals
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株式会社ガルテン (NEXTWEEKEND) and メジャースケール株式会社 are partnering to launch “Life Edit Renovation,” a service offering lifestyle concept design and renovation proposals. For its first project, the partners will produce an apartment in the Hiroo area and offer session-based custom renovations.
Where can generative AI be used in your company? New “AI Business Utilization Navigator” diagnostic service for small and midsize businesses
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DXクルーズ, jointly operated by ASTRO Siblings株式会社 and 合同会社四拾萬堂, will launch “AI Business Utilization Navigator,” a generative AI diagnostic service for small and midsize businesses, on Oct. 26, 2026.
En PeopleX to speak at online conference “Recruitment Toolkit,” hosted by 求人ボックス
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エンPeopleX株式会社 will speak at “Recruitment Toolkit,” an online conference hosted by 株式会社カカクコム, and discuss points to consider when reviewing the selection process from the perspective of the candidate experience (CX).
Lemon × the 2027 zodiac sign, the Goat: “Asada Ame Sugar-Coated Candy L Limited Edition 2027,” a winter seasonal tin in limited quantities, goes on sale Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
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株式会社浅田飴 will release “Asada Ame Sugar-Coated Candy L Limited Edition 2027,” a limited-edition tin featuring an original illustration by Yusuke Nakamura, inspired by the 2027 zodiac sign, the Goat, and lemons. Sales begin Nov. 1, 2026.
Facts
On sale starting Nov. 1, 2026
Suggested retail price: ¥660 (¥726 including tax)
Contents: 30 tablets
40 people will be selected by lottery
The company released its original syrup-based product in 1887
Companies mentioned：株式会社浅田飴、ロフト、丸善ジュンク堂書店、MARUZEN＆ジュンク堂書店、ジュンク堂書店、丸善、戸田書店、函館栄好堂、大垣書店、有隣堂、三省堂書店、TSUTAYA、蔦屋書店、谷島屋、コーチャンフォー、啓文社、宝塚市立文化芸術センター、ASKUL、LOHACO、Yahoo! JAPAN
メジャースケール launches “Life Edit Renovation,” a new renovation service that turns your idea of a favorite lifestyle into reality in collaboration with NEXTWEEKEND
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メジャースケール株式会社 is partnering with NEXTWEEKEND and 株式会社ガルテン (operator of PICNIC MOTEL) to launch “Life Edit Renovation.” This new renovation concept brings the “way of life you love” to life through words, offering 2 styles: Custom Renovation and Renovated House. The first project has been completed in the Hiroo area, and an online event and viewing will be held in November.
推しマイル × Kanahei’s Small Animals collaboration campaign launches November 1!
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アバターダイニングラボ有限責任事業組合 will hold a collaboration campaign with “Kanahei’s Small Animals” through its restaurant referral service 推しマイル, from November 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. Customers can use miles earned by dining at participating restaurants to enter a lottery for prizes such as plush toys and exclusive wallpaper images.
Fragrance brand SHOLAYERED releases 2 new scents from its “1945 Crystal Series.” The brand’s maverick “ORIENTAL” and “LIGHT PINK,” expressing a free-spirited sensibility, return in evolved form.
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株式会社セントネーションズ will release 2 fragrances, “ORIENTAL” and “LIGHT PINK,” from fragrance brand SHOLAYERED’s “1945 Crystal Series” on October 26, 2026.
We did it again! The “instant sellout signature bento,” born from a purchasing mistake, is back!
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Tokyo-based Ryogoku bento shop マイニチミヤビ will sell “Yatchatta Serious Nori Bento [Fried Chicken]” for 1,000 yen, tax included, for 5 days only starting October 26, 2026. This signature item is part of a series born from a purchasing mistake, and the rice is made with 100% new-crop Milky Queen grown by a contract farmer in Nakajima Village, Fukushima Prefecture.
awesome! Plus Vol.51, featuring Riku Hagiwara of the film “RYUJI 竜二” and the drama “Emergency Medical Center 24 Hours” on the cover, goes on sale October 30! Genin wa Jibun ni Aru. appears on the back cover!!
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株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント will release the mook magazine “awesome! Plus Vol.51” on October 30, featuring Riku Hagiwara on the cover and Genin wa Jibun ni Aru. on the back cover.
神奈川トヨタ自動車株式会社 has signed a naming rights agreement with 三井不動産株式会社 for the North Court at Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Yokohama. The site will operate as トヨタモビリティ神奈川ノースコート starting November 1, 2026. A Mobility Festa will be held on November 14 and 15 to mark the occasion.
クボタスピアーズ船橋・東京ベイ announced that 冨士機材株式会社, DAZN Japan Investment合同会社, 株式会社二友組, TANaken株式会社, 桐井電設工業株式会社, 陽光産業株式会社, 株式会社フェーズワン, and 株式会社遠山鉄工所 will be jersey partners for the 2026-27 season. BLK and 株式会社WRS JAPAN will also serve as suppliers.
Facts
2026-27 season
4th year as an official partner
60th anniversary of the company’s founding
37th year since establishment
Founded in 1978
Companies mentioned：株式会社クボタ、クボタスピアーズ船橋・東京ベイ、冨士機材株式会社、DAZN Japan Investment 合同会社、株式会社二友組、TANAKEN株式会社、桐井電設工業株式会社、陽光産業株式会社、株式会社フェーズワン、株式会社遠山鉄工所、BLK、株式会社 WRS JAPAN、NTTジャパンラグビーリーグワン
【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 announced that the qualifying round of the “2026 Korean Wave Entertainment Awards,” held on its JK Fandom platform, has concluded, with 75 nominees (individuals, groups, and songs) advancing to the final round. Final voting begins October 26.
Facts
A total of 204 candidates competed
All 8 categories
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
８番らーめん × “THE IDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS”: Limited-edition package “８番箱らーめん３-piece set” available by preorder only!
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株式会社ハチバン will sell the limited-edition package “８番箱らーめん３-piece set” exclusively by preorder through Hachiban eSHOP in collaboration with “THE IDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS.”
Facts
Price: ¥2,000 (tax included)
Original８番箱らーめん３個セット
Limit of 3 sets per customer
Founded in 1967
In Japan, with a focus on Hokuriku... 113 stores nationwide
182 stores overseas in Thailand and Vietnam
Original８番らーめん｜298店舗
Capital: ¥1,518,450,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハチバン、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
【New product】A new experience: “OIL immediately after washing your face.” The oil of miracle-tree moringa works its skin-tightening*¹ magic! SHIKARI introduces the new “PREMIUM MORINGA OIL*² BOOSTER.”
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Skincare brand SHIKARI, owned by 株式会社長寿乃里, will launch “PREMIUM MORINGA OIL BOOSTER,” a facial oil containing 99.5% moringa seed oil from South India, on October 26, 2026.
Facts
Cumulative brand sales of 1.5 million units*³
New release starting October 26, 2026
A monitor survey of 500 SHIKARI members
At 0.5%, a subtle sense of comfort = blended aroma
Quickly grab one with one hand and eliminate small household chores frustrations! New compact, easy-to-use “DAYS Disposable Gloves, 100 Nitrile Gloves”
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ショーワグローブ株式会社 will launch the compact “DAYS Disposable Gloves, 100 Nitrile Gloves,” which can be easily dispensed with one hand, in October 2026.
Merchandise for the TV anime “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” now on sale!
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株式会社デジタル・フロンティア, a subsidiary of 円谷フィールズホールディングス, will begin selling new merchandise for the TV anime “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” on October 26, 2026.
Facts
The series has surpassed 62 million copies in cumulative circulation.
【This year again ♡ Total prizes worth 100,000 yen】Nailie Beauty Christmas Coffret Giveaway Campaign 2026
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The beauty booking app Nailie Beauty, operated by 株式会社ネイリー, will hold a campaign from October 26 to December 25, 2026, giving 9 winners department-store cosmetics Christmas coffrets worth a total of 100,000 yen.
Announcement: “2026 Chunichi Dragons 90th Anniversary Lottery” on sale
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株式会社ジュウロクホウイ will release the “2026 中日ドラゴンズ 90周年記念くじ” starting November 14, under the supervision of 株式会社中日ドラゴンズ. It includes 30 types of acrylic stands, along with winning prizes and a grand prize.
Yuki Horikoshi, Mynet’s executive officer and CTO, to speak at Tencent’s flagship global annual event, “Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Summit (GDES) 2026”
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Yuki Horikoshi, executive officer and CTO of 株式会社マイネット, has been announced as a speaker at Tencent’s flagship global annual event, “Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Summit (GDES) 2026,” to be held in Shenzhen, China. He is scheduled to speak on October 30, 2026.
ノジマ Halloween campaign launches! Get a treat with a lucky draw!
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株式会社ノジマ will hold a Halloween campaign starting October 26, 2026. Customers who purchase at least 1 item in-store or say the special phrase will receive a treat with an “Otanoshimi-kuji” lucky draw; opening the box could win points worth 860 yen. A separate social media post campaign will offer tickets to キッザニア東京 through a drawing.
【学校法人三幸学園 × 湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ】Comprehensive partnership agreement signed to revitalize local communities, develop talent, and enhance value for both parties
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学校法人三幸学園 and 株式会社湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ signed a comprehensive partnership agreement dated October 10, 2026. The agreement aims to revitalize local communities and develop talent through sports, with plans for initiatives including internships and joint projects.
Facts
Signed on October 10, 2026
More than 60,000 students study at its schools nationwide.
A pilot program is underway in Zamami Village, Okinawa Prefecture, offering rentals of “Kokohere Marine” to tourists visiting uninhabited islands.
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AUTHENTIC JAPAN株式会社 is conducting a pilot program in partnership with Zamami Village, Okinawa Prefecture, from October 1, 2026, offering GPS-equipped “Kokohere Marine” transmitters for use by visitors to uninhabited islands.
Scoop sweets, try a feather-game machine, and pose at a photo spot where you can become a pachinko machine! KUGITAMA sponsors “Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fest 2026”
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株式会社SANKYO will sponsor “Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fest 2026,” taking place from October 30 to November 1, 2026, through its “KUGITAMA” project, and will set up an interactive pachinko booth.
株式会社SANKYO will sponsor “サントリー オールフリー presents 氣志團万博2026,” taking place at Makuhari Messe on November 7 and 8, 2026, through its “KUGITAMA” project, and will set up a booth.
“barrier,” near Kanazawa’s Higashi Chaya District, refreshes its autumn Japanese cuisine course featuring dashi from October 26. A 33-item à la carte menu also launches
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barrier, a Japanese restaurant operated by 株式会社SU-BEE in Kanazawa’s Higashi Chaya District, will refresh its autumn Japanese cuisine course themed around dashi from October 26, 2026, and introduce a 33-item à la carte menu.
Ikee Rikako (swimming) and Oda Tokito (wheelchair tennis) return as support ambassadors for the Nov. 9 (Mon.)–15 (Sun.) “WEEK to Make the Earth Smile,” following the spring campaign!
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The TBS network will hold “WEEK to Make the Earth Smile” from Nov. 9 to 15, with Ikee Rikako and Oda Tokito serving as support ambassadors. Events and new programs will be broadcast as part of its SDGs project.
Facts
Nov. 9 (Mon.)–15 (Sun.)
Over 7 days
13th installment
2026
28 JNN-affiliated companies
Nov. 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.)
Over 2 days
From 2 p.m. on Nov. 15 (Sun.)
Nov. 13 (Fri.), 11:30 p.m.–0:30 a.m.
August 2019
November 2020
Fiscal 2023
June 2025
Companies mentioned：株式会社 TBSテレビ、TBSテレビ、TBSラジオ、BS-TBS、CS放送TBSチャンネル、JNN、TVer、TBS NEWS DIG、YouTube、TBS Green Transformation
“SHIFT HOTEL GINZA by HistoRy,” the first hotel project under a strategic business partnership between Realgate and Hulic, scheduled to open in spring 2028
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Under a strategic business partnership, Realgate and Hulic will convert an office building in Ginza, Chuo Ward, into “SHIFT HOTEL GINZA by HistoRy,” an apartment hotel for mid- to long-term stays. The property will have 41 rooms and is scheduled to open in spring 2028.
【OSAMU GOODS】Back in stock! Advance orders now open. The adult tote bag featuring lavish Jill & Jack embroidery is back! Combining charming retro style with a lightweight, roomy design, it’s useful for everything from shopping to travel.
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株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー has opened advance web-exclusive orders for an embroidered Jill & Jack tote bag, a collaboration between OSAMU GOODS and ユニファイ.
Fermented aging-care*¹ brand “FAS” × パーク ハイアット 京都’s “ザ リビングルーム”: Festive afternoon tea to brighten the season, available for a limited time from Dec. 1
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株式会社シロク’s fermented aging-care brand “FAS” is collaborating with パーク ハイアット 京都’s “ザ リビングルーム” to offer festive afternoon tea for a limited time starting Dec. 1, 2026.
Facts
As many as 738 ingredients
From Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Until Friday, Jan. 15, 2027
¥8,800 (tax included; 15% service charge not included)
【Kumamoto】As foreign overnight visitors reach a record high in Kumamoto, a newly built shared vacation home with views of Mount Aso and a rooftop sauna goes on sale Oct. 28 (Wed.) | “COCO VILLA Owners”
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ココザス株式会社 will begin selling “COCO VILLA 阿蘇山,” a newly built shared vacation home in Aso, 熊本県, on Oct. 28, 2026.
New audiobook volumes are now available, including “The Abandoned Duchess Seems to Want a Peaceful Life” and the TV anime “I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic.”
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株式会社TOブックス began distributing new audiobook volumes on Oct. 26, 2026, including “The Abandoned Duchess Seems to Want a Peaceful Life” and the TV anime “I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic.”
Facts
Originalシリーズ累計６５万部（紙＋電子）突破！
More than 1.2 million copies sold across the series (including e-books)!
More than 100,000 copies sold across the series (including e-books)!
The 79th Naruto City Exhibition will be held at うずしお会館 from Oct. 29 to Nov. 3. The event will feature works of painting, photography, calligraphy and flower arrangement, as well as a panel exhibition by the civic theater and a tea ceremony. Admission is free, while the tea ceremony costs ¥500.
Notice of events at 白い恋人パーク: White Christmas with the animals of 白い恋人パーク
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石屋商事株式会社 will hold the “White Christmas with the Animals of 白い恋人パーク” event at 白い恋人パーク from Nov. 1 to Dec. 25, 2026. The program will include sales of limited-edition sweets, a chocolate pie sandwich-making experience and an appearance by Santa from Finland.
【Mr. CHEESECAKE YOUR CITY】Pop-up stores for the “best cheesecake of your life” coming to Shizuoka, Miyagi, Nagasaki, Hyogo and Tokyo!
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株式会社Mr. CHEESECAKE will open limited-time pop-up stores called “Mr. CHEESECAKE YOUR CITY” at department stores in Shizuoka, Miyagi, Nagasaki, Hyogo and Tokyo in November 2026, selling items including the limited-edition flavor “Mr. CHEESECAKE Strawberry.”
Facts
Nov. 2026
Stores will open in Shizuoka, Miyagi, Nagasaki, Hyogo and Tokyo in sequence
Price: ¥4,212 (tax included)
Price: ¥3,996 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Mr. CHEESECAKE、遠鉄百貨店、仙台三越、アミュプラザ長崎、大丸神戸店、小田急百貨店町田店、Restaurant FEU、Edition Koji Shimomura、L'AS、Mirazur、Restaurant ES、TIRPSE、グランスタ東京店、羽田空港店、GINZA SIX店、名古屋栄店、イイトルミネ新宿店
A “Brand Seminar for Bartenders” explores the appeal of 2 leading Scottish single malt whisky brands
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To mark the first anniversary of its Naha Kokusai-dori store, 株式会社リカーマウンテン held a single malt whisky brand seminar for bartenders at ホテルコレクティブ, with support from ブラウンフォーマンジャパン.
パーフェクト社 announces new generative AI feature “Glasses Removal,” enabling natural virtual try-ons while wearing glasses
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パーフェクト株式会社 has launched “AI Glasses Virtual Try-On,” equipped with a new generative AI feature called “Glasses Removal.” The feature allows users to try on items virtually and naturally while wearing glasses.
Facts
Founded in 2015
The service is available in more than 60 countries
Archive streaming confirmed for “ChigeKome vol.3”! Streaming tickets now on sale at TIGET
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Archive streaming has been confirmed for the comedy show “ChigeKome vol.3,” hosted by TIGET at Nihonbashi Public Hall on October 5, 2026. Tickets went on sale at TIGET on October 26, 2026.
Bellco to gradually rename 26 of its “Your Hall” venues as “Hanairō Family Funeral Halls”
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株式会社ベルコ announced that it will gradually rename 26 of its funeral halls nationwide operating under the name “Your Hall” to “Hanairō Family Funeral Halls” as part of a rebranding.