Holding a ceremony for prospective hires scheduled to join in fiscal 2027
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On October 1, SMTBリース株式会社 held an offer ceremony for new graduates scheduled to join in April 2027, and announced a company name change and the welcoming of a new shareholder.
ＮＡＮＫＡＩ strengthens post-hire workplace retention support through its overseas recruitment and retention support service “Japal (ジャパール)”
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株式会社NANKAI launched “Japal Plus / Pro,” a new plan offering hands-on support for workplace environments after joining, on October 26 through its overseas recruitment and retention support service “Japal.”
The 5th collection of plush “Operator Nui” dolls featuring operators from “Arknights” is now available for preorder at あみあみ.
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あみあみ, operated by 大網株式会社, has released the 5th collection of “Operator Nui” plush dolls from “Arknights” (Azurios, Skadi, and Mizuki), now available for preorder at あみあみ.
[Tour Report] Dynamic Gold helps secure its 2nd win of the season on the JGTO; players using it advance to the playoffs on the PGA Tour
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トゥルーテンパースポーツインクジャパン reported that Dynamic Gold won the Fortinet Players Cup on the JGTO tour, marking its 2nd win of the season. Players using the product have also advanced to the playoffs on the US男子ツアー, and it commands a high share of iron and wedge use.
Approximately 1,000 Muhlenbergia capillaris plants are at their peak in the colorful flower beds at 国営海の中道海浜公園, and can be enjoyed through early November.
Environmental seminar “Latest Trends and Practical Operations of Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems” to be held
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An environmental seminar titled “Latest Trends and Practical Operations of Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems,” organized by 一般財団法人日本海事協会 and sponsored by 4 companies—商船三井, 川崎汽船, and 日本郵船—was held on October 23, with 160 participants from the shipping and shipbuilding industries and other sectors.
New “PUNCTURE” earrings from jewelry brand Hirotaka
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New back earrings from the “PUNCTURE” series, which elevates rebellious aesthetics, are now available from jewelry brand Hirotaka. The 3 styles feature Tahitian black, golden, and South Sea pearls, and are priced from 16万5千 yen to 19万8千 yen.
21 facilities across Japan receive the highest “Mitsuboshi” rating, finally announced! “Yusheline Awards 2026” selects “bathing experiences that can change your life,” making the value of “the hot spring water delivered to the bath” a new standard for choosing hot springs
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一般社団法人Yuchelin announced the 21 facilities nationwide recognized with the highest “Mitsuboshi” rating under its hot spring evaluation system, “Yusheline,” at the “Yusheline Awards 2026” held on October 26, 2026. Supported by 環境省 and 観光庁, among others, the initiative aims to pass on Japan’s hot spring culture and create new standards for choosing hot springs.
To mark Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, 51 Pokémon from the Kanto region appear on “Pilkuru 400”! 22 package designs go on sale, featuring familiar Pokémon including Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle
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日清ヨーク株式会社 will release 22 package designs featuring 51 Pokémon from the Kanto region in its “Pilkuru 400” series to commemorate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, and will run a sweepstakes campaign starting November 1, 2026.
マーフィード supports improved car-wash quality at みなとコーポレーション’s full-service service stations with “HYPER WATER”
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株式会社マーフィード announced the results of the “HYPER WATER” dedicated ultra-pure water car-wash system, installed in December 2025 at “ENEOS Dr.Drive Bayside Shinyamashita SS,” operated by 株式会社みなとコーポレーション. Washing vehicles entirely with ultra-pure water has improved shine and water runoff, boosting efficiency and quality, including by eliminating the wiping step.
“We can’t change society as a whole, but we can change it little by little”—High school students develop ideas for solving social issues in an entrepreneurship class
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青楓館高等学院 held a special entrepreneurship class for high school students on solving social issues, with Naotomo Obayashi of 株式会社Another works as the instructor. Students learned idea-generation methods and developed solutions to social issues close to home.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
31 students from 青楓館高等学院
It was 52.7%
6 countries surveyed
Founded 株式会社Another works in 2019
Supported side-job hiring at a total of 2,500 companies and more than 250 local governments
Interest in addressing labor shortages at school lunch sites, the burden of early-morning preparation, and reviewing meal service methods. Exhibition report from CareTEX Osaka '26 released
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エレクター株式会社 released a report on its exhibition at CareTEX Osaka '26. There was strong interest in products such as the “Multi Serve” reheating cart, and the company is promoting equipment selection and operational support to address labor shortages and preparation burdens at school lunch sites. It will hold a free seminar in November and plans to exhibit at a Hokuriku trade show.
London-born goods brand “Jubilee ＜ジュビリー＞” to exhibit at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹’s “British Fair 2026,” featuring tote bags and plates with British dog motifs
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London-born goods brand “Jubilee” will exhibit at PART2 of ジェイアール京都伊勢丹’s “British Fair 2026,” held from November 3 to 8, 2026, selling tote bags and bamboo plates featuring British dog motifs.
“Zaku” takes center stage! Crunchy “Choco Flakes” teams up with “Gundam”! The “Choco Flakes × Mobile Suit Gundam: Zaku-Zaku Sortie!! Campaign” launches on Monday, November 16, 2026
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日清シスコ株式会社 will launch a collaboration campaign between its long-selling “Choco Flakes,” first released in 1968, and the popular anime “Mobile Suit Gundam” on November 16, 2026. Purchasers of eligible products will be entered in a drawing to win prizes including a Char’s Zaku and a cushion featuring a Luna Two motif, and special “Zaku” design packages will be sold for a limited time.
Facts
Gifts will be awarded to 39 (Zaku) people for each
100 people will be selected from among those who did not win the lottery.
Additional recruitment announced! 2027 cohort of the 東急財団 Cocoon Actors Studio
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Additional recruitment has been announced for the 2027 cohort of the 東急財団 Cocoon Actors Studio, a theater learning program organized by 東急財団. Applications will be accepted from November 18 to December 23, 2026. The course fee is ¥300,000.
Facts
2027 cohort
Launched in April 2024
Held in summer 2026
The application period runs for 5 weeks, from November 18 to December 23, 2026.
Annual course fee: ¥300,000 (tax included)
Enrollment fee: ¥50,000
Tuition: ¥250,000
Administrative fee: ¥5,000 (tax included)
Scholarships: Graduates will receive a scholarship of ¥50,000.
株式会社UnReact has launched the inventory management app "UR: Low Stock Alert＆Inventory" for Shopify stores. The app sends notifications by email or Slack when inventory falls below a set threshold and can be used without coding. It costs $7.99 per month ($79.99 per year) and was officially released on September 29, 2026.
Hubble to exhibit at "Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™ 2026"
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株式会社Hubble will exhibit at "Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™ 2026," held at Pacifico Yokohama North from November 4 to 6, 2026. Its CLO, Tomoya Sakai, will speak at a session on data governance.
Facts
November 4 (Wednesday) to 6 (Friday), 2026
Retention rate of 99%
More than 1,750 CIOs and IT leaders
38 Gartner analysts
More than 75 solution providers
More than 1,000 companies have adopted the service to date
[Event report] World-renowned alpinist Ken Noguchi discusses the appeal of Mt. Fuji's "ancient trail"
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山梨県 held a lecture on October 3 in Fujiyoshida, inviting world-renowned alpinist Ken Noguchi and others to discuss the appeal, history, and religious significance of Mt. Fuji's "ancient trail." About 240 people attended. The event was held as part of efforts to restore the trail and promote tourism around the area.
Carbon-free operations to begin on the Meitetsu Seto Line and μSKY
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Nagoya Railroad will switch the electricity for all trains on the Seto Line and μSKY to CO2-free power starting November 28. The move is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 11,000t annually.
Collect stamps on LINE and get exclusive items! Seahorses Mikawa launches its "Arena Passport"
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Seahorses Mikawa will launch the "Arena Passport" from the 2026-27 season, giving away exclusive items based on the stamps collected through its official LINE account.
Our Representative Director, Kyū Tezuka, to appear on J-WAVE's "SYNCREATE"
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Kyū Tezuka, Representative Director of 株式会社AirX, will appear on J-WAVE's "SYNCREATE" to discuss AirX's platform strategy and the future of flying cars (eVTOL).
We want to eliminate the problem of people being unable to access the support they need! Crowdfunding through December 25 to build "Sasaete Net," a welfare information website originating in Nishinomiya, with a goal of ¥3.5 million
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Certified NPO Miyakko Support is crowdfunding from October 9 to December 25, 2026, with a goal of ¥3.5 million to build "Sasaete Net," a website bringing together welfare information for Nishinomiya.
Facts
Goal: ¥3.5 million
Next goal: ¥5 million
The number of children not attending elementary and junior high school nationwide has reached 353,970.
An estimated 1.46 million people aged 15–64 are considered to be in a broad state of social withdrawal.
[Chocolatier ベルアメール] The "Christmas Collection," bringing festive holiday cheer, arrives on November 1 (Sunday)! New chocolates and limited-edition assortments
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Chocolatier ベルアメール will release its "Christmas Collection" at stores nationwide and online starting November 1, 2026, for the holiday season. The lineup includes a new Noel Avenue, limited-edition tins of Palet Chocolat, and a variety of chocolates and cakes.
Kochia in autumn colors at their best (国営海の中道海浜公園)
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Kochia in autumn colors are at their best in the Rainbow Flower Garden at 国営海の中道海浜公園 and can be enjoyed through late October. As a special Halloween display, ghosts are hidden among the kochia, and PlayCafe is offering limited-time kochia menu items.
For promotions by food, household goods, and local businesses. Game campaigns that put products center stage can now be ordered directly online for a base fee of 100,000 yen (before tax)
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株式会社NEIGHBOR has begun accepting direct online orders for fan-participation game campaigns using the AI game platform “DreamCore.” For a base fee of 100,000 yen (before tax), companies and local businesses provide product images and a theme, and creators make and publish a game.
A programming e-learning system will be introduced in November 2026. At ONECODE, a Type B continuous employment support facility in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, students can watch lectures by active instructors as many times as they like.
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株式会社ワンライフ will introduce programming e-learning with active instructors at its Type B continuous employment support facility, ONECODE, starting in November 2026, combining repeated video-based learning with practical work.
Facts
Nov. 2026
Capacity: 20 people
Progresses in stages, 2 months at a time
10 PCs with dual monitors
10 MacBook Pro computers are available
25,021 yen per month (previous fiscal year’s results)
Exam commentary released! Reiwa 8 fiscal year second-half Class 2 Electrician exam [held Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026]
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TAC株式会社 has released a video commentary on the Reiwa 8 fiscal year second-half Class 2 Electrician exam, held on Oct. 25, 2026. It also introduces courses including a practical skills exam preparation course and a pre-exam mock practical test.
An impressive lineup! Around 100 kinds of porcelain come together! A JICON 磁今 POP UP will be held at “sagair” inside Kyushu Saga International Airport!
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A POP UP featuring 今村製陶’s porcelain brand “JICON 磁今” will be held from Oct. 27 to Nov. 8, 2026, at “sagair,” the souvenir shop inside Kyushu Saga International Airport operated by さが県産品流通デザイン公社. Around 100 kinds of items will be available.
Conducting the “Research Experience Program for Realizing a Sustainable Semiconductor Society” (Sakura Science Program)
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With support from JST’s “Sakura Science Program,” 関西学院大学 will invite 7 students and 1 faculty member from ベトナム国家大学ハノイ校日越大学 (VNU-VJU) from Nov. 1 to 7, 2026, to take part in the “Research Experience Program for Realizing a Sustainable Semiconductor Society.”
A new photo book creation feature has been added to 出版ラクダ. Upload photos to create a single volume of publishing data
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株式会社Arstruct has added a photo book creation feature to its AI publishing support service, 出版ラクダ. Users can upload photos and choose a template to create page layouts and a cover, then export the publishing data. The service is offered on a per-purchase basis rather than a monthly subscription, with 3 plans: Basic (4,980 yen), Standard (19,800 yen), and Business (34,800 yen).
[Exhibiting at an event] Recboo, a mid-career recruitment support service specializing in startups, to exhibit at “住友不動産ベンチャーサミット2026”
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株式会社ノックラーン will exhibit at “住友不動産ベンチャーサミット2026,” to be held on Oct. 27, 2026, and introduce Recboo, a mid-career recruitment support service specializing in startups, and the HR AI solution AlgorHRm.
“The World’s Most Low-Key Sports Day: Trial Edition” comes to Shibuya Hikarie on Tuesday, Nov. 3! Baby product review site Babiew to exhibit at “Shibuya Startup Culture Festival 2026”
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BEFFY株式会社, operator of the baby product review site “Babiew,” will exhibit at “Shibuya Startup Culture Festival 2026,” to be held at Shibuya Hikarie on Nov. 3, 2026, and host “The World’s Most Low-Key Sports Day: Trial Edition” and an event for expectant mothers.
[For dental professionals] A real-world example of monthly insurance points rising by approximately 36% in 3 months! A practical seminar on the future of dental care and equipment investment
加須市 has completed a mosaic artwork featuring the “笑うかぞには福来る” design, using 2,445 smile photos from residents and others (9,000 photos in total), following a proposal by a project team of young staff members. After its first unveiling at a skate park on October 25, Reiwa 8, the artwork is scheduled for permanent display in the city hall gallery as well as mobile exhibitions.
Originalジェイアール京都伊勢丹「英国展 2026」に英国王室御用達ハンドバッグブランド 「LAUNER LONDON ＜ロウナーロンドン＞ 」が出店。
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LAUNER LONDON, a handbag brand holding a Royal Warrant, will exhibit at PART2 of ジェイアール京都伊勢丹’s “British Fair 2026,” taking place from November 3 to 8, 2026.
—Share the comfort of sitting while traveling with family and friends— “SUWALOCA” Friend Referral Campaign
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JR西日本 will run a friend referral campaign for its paid reserved-seat service “SUWALOCA,” awarding WESTER points to both the referrer and the person referred.
株式会社SOXAI launched a project for its Japanese-made smart ring, “SOXAI RING X,” on US crowdfunding site Kickstarter, raising approximately 160 million yen in 8 days. This is the highest-ever record for a hardware product originating in Japan and is approximately 19.7 times the target amount.
Facts
Total funding: 157,217,655 yen
4,423 backers
Target amount: 8 million yen
Approximately 19.7 times the target amount of 8 million yen
KEYS Bunkering West Japan’s LNG bunkering vessel “KEYS Azalea” supplied fuel to a Nippon Yusen bulk carrier on October 21, bringing its cumulative total to 100 deliveries. This has reduced CO₂ emissions by approximately 75,000 tons.
Facts
100 LNG fuel deliveries
Oct. 21
Approximately 75,000 tons
40%
15%
5%
Companies mentioned：KEYS Bunkering West Japan株式会社、九州電力株式会社、日本郵船株式会社、伊藤忠エネクス株式会社、西部ガス株式会社、国際海事機関、環境省
Investment in US-based Voya Energy, which aims to commercialize an aluminum-powered electricity generation system
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Idemitsu Kosan has invested through Idemitsu CVC in US-based Voya Energy, which is developing a zero-CO2-emissions electricity generation system using aluminum, and will explore its potential as a distributed power source and opportunities for collaboration.
[Free seminar on November 5] Getting started with cross-border e-commerce from scratch
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株式会社コマースロボティクス will hold a free online seminar on November 5, with sessions in Chinese and Korean, covering how to open a store on 楽天市場 for cross-border e-commerce and strategies for success.
A precision equipment maker in Nagano Prefecture grows pure Japanese sweet chestnuts unavailable on the domestic market; hands-on event to be held at Ginza NAGANO on 10/31
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有限会社初崎製作所, a precision equipment manufacturer based in Miyata Village, Kamiina District, Nagano Prefecture, will hold a hands-on event at Ginza NAGANO on October 31, 2026, featuring “Shinano Amaguri,” pure Japanese sweet chestnuts grown over more than 10 years.
Rapid7 report: Most tracked cyberattacks are still human-led, while the window to respond to vulnerability exploitation is limited
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According to Rapid7's threat trends report for the third quarter of 2026, most tracked cyberattacks were still human-led, with AI used in only 8%. The report also found that severe vulnerabilities were exploited in an average of 3 days, and that U.S. organizations suffered the most ransomware attacks.
Tokyu Foundation Cocoon Actors Studio, a theater training school, opens additional applications on November 18
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公益財団法人東急財団 announced that it will begin accepting additional applications for the 2027 class of its theater training school, 「東急財団 コクーン アクターズ スタジオ」, on November 18. The additional recruitment is being held because the school did not reach capacity, and applications will be accepted through December 23 of the same year.
Facts
We accepted applications from students in August, but
Starting with recruitment for the 2027 class
A public performance is scheduled for March 2028
The 66th Kishida Kunio Drama Award
The 51st Kikuta Kazuo Theater Award
It is already our 4th year
Lesson period: April–December 2027
January–March 2028: Rehearsals for the showcase performance
About 3 times a week (including weekends and public holidays)
TOPVIEW to exhibit at TIFFCOM 2026, showcasing new AI workflows for film and drama production
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TOPVIEW JAPAN株式会社 will exhibit at TIFFCOM 2026, taking place from October 28 to 30, 2026, and showcase Film Studio and Drama Studio as new AI workflows for film and drama production.
Facts
October 28 (Wednesday)–30 (Friday), 2026
More than 5 million users
More than 1,000 companies
About 10 million videos
Companies mentioned：TOPVIEW JAPAN株式会社、TOPVIEW、AZF Studio、Hieu AI Media、TOPVIEW PTE. LTD.
Hiroshima City needs 58 smoking areas in its smoking-restricted zones
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プランワークス政策研究所 has released a report estimating that 58 smoking areas are needed in Hiroshima City's smoking-restricted zones. The city currently has only 6 public smoking areas, and the report says more need to be established.
小川町商工会 will hold the 48th Ogawa Town Industrial Festival on November 3, Reiwa 8, at the plaza in front of 小川町役場. The program includes oversized loaves of bread and metal products for sale by the industrial division; a woodworking workshop and housing consultations by the construction division; projects by the youth and women's divisions; and a cardboard craft experience by Honda Dream Hands and free distribution of medaka fish.
Up to 56% off: lingerie brand VEIMIA launches Black Friday 2026, offering popular intimates at special prices
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株式会社ヴェーミア, which operates the women's lingerie brand VEIMIA, will hold Black Friday 2026 on its official online store from October 26 to December 7, 2026, offering discounts of up to 56%, exclusive coupons and gifts.
Kansai Signal, which supports transportation infrastructure, holds debut live show for virtual ambassador Naru in the metaverse
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関西シグナルサービス株式会社, in collaboration with 株式会社STAR Collection, held a debut live show for virtual ambassador Naru in the metaverse space ネオミル. About 500 people watched, and the company aims to use the initiative to raise awareness and strengthen recruitment.
[October 27, 2026, 10:00] Tickets go on sale for immersive theater experience “百年目の晩餐 LONGING,” where a meal offers a glimpse into life's longings
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株式会社DAZZLE, scientist 宮田裕章, and chef-patissier 加藤峰子 have begun selling tickets for their jointly created immersive theater experience “百年目の晩餐 LONGING.” Performances will be held at 九段ハウス starting December 18, 2026, depicting a century of Tokyo's memories through food and physical expression.
Facts
10:00〜
Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year
Will mark the 100th anniversary of its completion next year
In 2027, it will mark 100 years since its completion
Friday, Dec. 18, 2026
January 16 (Saturday), 2027
Weekdays: 23,000 yen (tax included)
Friday nights, weekends and public holidays, and Dec. 30–Jan. 3: 25,000 yen (tax included)
Special days: 27,000 yen (tax included)
Weekdays: ¥33,000 (tax included)
Friday evenings, weekends and public holidays: ¥35,000 (tax included)
Special days: ¥37,000 (tax included)
A price difference of ¥10,000 per ticket
An additional 1,000 yen
What should be served are six plates
Knowing the time up to the fifth plate
Tuesday, October 27
Sunday, Nov. 1
Scheduled to go on sale from mid-November
Companies mentioned：株式会社 DAZZLE、DAZZLE、チケットぴあ、JTB、慶應義塾大学医学部、Eternity in a Moment、Tokyo Node、弘前れんが倉庫美術館、京都市京セラ美術館、KYOTO NIPPON FESTIVAL、日本国際博覧会、Better Co-Beingパビリオン、イル ルオゴ ディ アイモ エ ナディア、イル・マルケジーノ、マンダリンオリエンタルミラノ、オステリア・フランチェスカーナ、エノテカ・ピンキオーリ、ファロ
Interior Data for 6 JR East Stations, Including Tokyo, Shinjuku and Shibuya, Released in Public Transportation Open Data Challenge
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公共交通オープンデータ協議会 has released interior data for 6 JR East stations in the “Public Transportation Open Data Challenge 2026.” It is providing pedestrian network data and the GTFS Pathways format to support development of accessible route guidance apps.
Facts
6 JR East stations
Total prize pool of up to 3 million yen
172 organizations, including public transportation operators and ICT companies
Core Concept Technologies to Exhibit at “Hokuriku Yarn Fair 2026”
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株式会社コアコンセプト・テクノロジー will exhibit at “Hokuriku Yarn Fair 2026,” organized by 一般社団法人石川県繊維協会 and the Fukui Prefecture Textile Association, with a demonstration of its AI-equipped automated visual inspection system, “Gemini eye for fabric.”
Armor artist SAVI to hold first Tokyo exhibition at 松葉屋茶寮 in Minami-Aoyama
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Armor artist SAVI will hold a first Tokyo exhibition, “SAVI EXHIBITION — Amulets of Silence —,” at 松葉屋茶寮 in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, from November 6 to 10, 2026. オリナス株式会社 is handling management.
【Chat&Messenger】Launches collaborative editing Office suite compatible with PowerPoint, Excel and Word
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Chat&Messenger Inc. has begun offering a real-time collaborative editing Office suite compatible with Microsoft Office, comprising slides, sheets and documents, as an addition to its all-in-one groupware “Chat&Messenger.” It is available in cloud and on-premises versions.
Survey finds about 80% of men concerned about their hair are unaware that gray hair can sometimes regain its color
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A survey by 一般社団法人SKINLABO found that about 80% of the 259 men who had experienced concerns about hair loss or gray hair were unaware that some gray hair can regain its color. The most common concern was “an increase in gray hair.”
Navigation system “shikAI” for people with visual impairments adds “Call Station Staff” feature
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LiNKX株式会社 will add a “Call Station Staff” feature to its navigation system for people with visual impairments, “shikAI.” The feature will enable users to speak with station staff by scanning a QR code at ticket gates at Tokyo Metro stations, and will launch on November 1, 2026.
Facts
Available starting Sunday, November 1, 2026
20 Tokyo Metro stations where “shikAI” is installed
Popular novelty “Macaron Sticky Notes” gets a long-awaited new white color. The elegant white makes company logos stand out; a 5% OFF launch celebration campaign runs through November 30, 2026 | Hansoku Hanako
A giant Christmas tree approximately 8.7m tall, adorned with “Tunku Tunku,” the official mascot of “GREEN×EXPO 2027,” to appear at “Queens Square Yokohama Christmas 2026”
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GREEN×EXPO協会 and the 2027 International Horticultural Exposition Master License Office announced that an illumination display expressing the vision of “GREEN×EXPO 2027” will be presented at a Christmas event at Queens Square Yokohama from November 9 to December 25, 2026, featuring a giant Christmas tree approximately 8.7m tall.
“Tetsudou Musume Mini Character Goods: 4 Types” Now on Sale!! — Akiba Mirai goods featuring a new original illustration debut
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Metropolitan Intercity Railway will begin selling 4 types of “Tetsudou Musume Mini Character Goods” featuring a new original illustration of Akiba Mirai, a character from the Tsukuba Express (TX), on October 31, 2026.
【November 21 (Sat.)】Daiwa Corporation to exhibit at joint information session “Growth Job Hunting DXPO ‘26 [Autumn]” at Ariake GYM-MX
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株式会社ダイワコーポレーション announced that it will exhibit at the joint information session “Growth Job Hunting DXPO ‘26 [Autumn],” to be held at Ariake GYM-MX on November 21, 2026.
For year-end and winter gifts. The renowned ローストビーフの店 鎌倉山 presents its long-selling Kamakura Dayori Hamburger Steaks, 3-Variety Assortment. Nationwide free shipping campaign through Dec. 25
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株式会社レストラン鎌倉山 is running a year-end and winter gift campaign for its long-selling Kamakura Dayori Hamburger Steaks, 3-Variety Assortment. Nationwide shipping is free through Dec. 25, and the price is ¥5,400 (tax included). A Sicilian wine-pairing dinner is also scheduled for Nov. 11.
前川製作所 to exhibit at the 40th Hokkaido Business Expo, one of the largest in Hokkaido
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株式会社前川製作所 will exhibit at the 40th Hokkaido Business Expo, held at Access Sapporo on Nov. 5 and 6, 2026, showcasing energy-saving technologies such as refrigeration machines and heat pump systems.
株式会社MiL signs comprehensive partnership agreement with Izumiotsu, Osaka Prefecture, on creating a baby-friendly city
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株式会社MiL has signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with Izumiotsu, Osaka Prefecture, on creating a baby-friendly city. The initiative will launch a public-private partnership model that includes providing baby food at restaurants in the city and distributing rice porridge during health checkups.
Facts
1% of baby food sales at participating stores
Price (tax included): ¥862 (70g)
¥1,726 (200g)
Distribution of “First Rice Porridge with Iron and Calcium” at 4-month-old infant health checkups
Birdwatching Week! Try posting bird calls on eBird
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公益財団法人日本野鳥の会 is running a campaign to encourage people to post bird sounds on eBird during Birdwatching Week. In collaboration with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, it aims to improve the identification accuracy of the Merlin app.
Facts
About 50,000 members and supporters
More than 2 billion bird observation records
More than 2000 bird species worldwide
About 40% of species in Japan
Between Nov. 1 and 8
10 people (winners will be selected by lottery if there are many eligible applicants)
1.1 million people worldwide
More than 14,000 people in Japan
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人日本野鳥の会、米国・コーネル大学鳥類学研究室、Cornell Lab of Ornithology、サントリーホールディングス株式会社、カールツァイス株式会社、薮内正幸美術館
—Campaign marking the 1st anniversary of the route nickname “Tokyo Panorama Line”—
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Tokyo Monorail will run a campaign from November 2026 through March 2027 to mark the 1st anniversary of the route nickname “Tokyo Panorama Line,” introduced in November 2025. Highlights include the operation of a 2nd wrapped train featuring a Monchhichi design in new uniforms, sales of original goods, a lottery drawing, collaborations with companies along the line, and onboard promotional announcements during the year-end and New Year holidays.
スプリング・ジャパン “Runway Day” × Narita Airport Special Bus Tour
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株式会社グリーンポート・エージェンシー and スプリング・ジャパン will start selling a Narita Airport Special Bus Tour on Oct. 26, 2026, to mark “Runway Day.” The tour includes a cabin crew experience, a visit to the 航空科学博物館, lunch at DINING PORT 御料鶴, a bus tour of restricted areas, a visit to the Ramp Central Tower, and an aircraft photography session.
ヴィデンダム Winter Cashback Campaign 2026 for Manfrotto, Gitzo, and Lowepro products launches Nov. 1
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ヴィデンダム株式会社 will launch the Winter Cashback Campaign 2026 for Manfrotto, Gitzo, and Lowepro products on Nov. 1, 2026, offering cashback of up to ¥10,000.
“It’s Meat Day! Meat Galore” Fair! A lineup of favorites including Yamagata beef! 3 days to enjoy meat at great prices, with an autumn special “Ekiben Sales Event” at some stores on the final day!
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株式会社ニュー・クイック will hold the “It’s Meat Day! Meat Galore” Fair from Oct. 29 through 31, 2026, selling items including Yamagata beef at great prices. An ekiben sales event will also be held at some stores on the final day.
Facts
Operates 81 specialty butcher shops nationwide
Original2026年10月29日（木）～31日（土）
“Ekiben Sales Events” to be held at a total of 23 locations
Christmas-themed tissues and toilet rolls from the Kleenex and Scotty brands to go on sale in limited quantities from Nov. 2
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Nippon Paper Crecia will release Scotty Cashmere Christmas 2026 and Kleenex Sisty Christmas 2026, featuring Christmas-themed designs, in limited quantities from Nov. 2.
ERECTA’s “Flat Shelf” marks its 1st anniversary. A new form of storage that expands freely to suit any space
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エレクター株式会社’s “Flat Shelf” marks its 1st anniversary, and a 10x points campaign will be held at the official online store. A new product, the “Corner Connector Top Panel,” was also added at the end of September.
Facts
1st anniversary of release
Marked its 1st anniversary in October 2026
Earn 10x the usual purchase points
From Friday, October 23, 2026, through Sunday, November 15
JSOL and カクシン support the use of Salesforce to achieve outstanding sales results
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JSOL and カクシン have launched a sales support collaboration using Salesforce to help share actions that lead to sales results and drive organizational change.
First collaboration in Gloomy’s hometown of Namba! “ぐるぐる🌀グルーミー in Namba powered by chaxcore” to be held ～GREATER NAMBA FESTIVAL～
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株式会社NANKAI will hold its first collaboration event with “Gloomy the Naughty Grizzly,” “ぐるぐる🌀グルーミー in Namba powered by chaxcore,” from October 10 to November 15, 2026, as part of the urban festival “GREATER NAMBA FESTIVAL.” Plans include a POP UP SHOP, a digital stamp rally, and trains running on 南海電鉄 with headmarks.
Facts
From Saturday, October 10, 2026, through Sunday, November 15
Customers who spend at least 4,000 yen (tax included) at this POP UP SHOP
For the first 1,000 people
Those who complete all 6 locations
Companies mentioned：株式会社NANKAI、NANKAI、chaxcore、南海電鉄、南海線、高野線、なんばパークス、なんばCITY、なんばスカイオ、OMO7大阪 by 星野リゾート
Kobe Gakuin University students team up with Kamikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture! “Takaramono Fest in Kobe” to be held at Meriken Park on November 3
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Kobe Gakuin University students, in collaboration with Kamikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture, will hold “Takaramono Fest in Kobe” at Meriken Park on November 3. The event will feature a music stage, booths planned by students, food and more.
Kamakura Shinsho launches “Manabi to Shigoto” in collaboration with Yachiyo City Silver Human Resources Center
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株式会社鎌倉新書 has established a partnership with Yachiyo City Silver Human Resources Center to support second careers for seniors and expand employment opportunities.
快活CLUB to launch 3 winter-only menu items on Monday, November 9. Popular baked curry will offer a choice of 3 spice levels!
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快活CLUB, operated by 株式会社快活フロンティア, will begin selling 3 winter-only menu items (baked curry, Kaikatsu pork ramen, and rich egg sukiyaki udon) at 401 locations from November 9, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Baked curry will be available with a choice of 3 spice levels.
Facts
3 winter-only menu items
401 locations serving food and drinks
Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027
Regular: 850 yen
3x cheese: 1,000 yen
5x cheese: 1,150 yen
Hot (equivalent to 5 spice levels): +50 yen
Extra hot (equivalent to 10 spice levels): +100 yen
2 slices of meat: 950 yen
4 slices of meat (chashu +2 slices): 1,150 yen
Large (2x vegetables, chashu, and back fat): 1,350 yen
“クイーンズスクエア横浜 Christmas 2026” × “GREEN×EXPO 2027”: A giant Christmas tree approximately 8.7m tall, decorated with official mascot character “トゥンクトゥンク,” to appear
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A collaboration event between “クイーンズスクエア横浜 Christmas 2026” and “GREEN×EXPO 2027” will be held, featuring a giant Christmas tree approximately 8.7m tall decorated with official mascot character “トゥンクトゥンク,” as well as illuminations.
泉大津市 and 株式会社MiL sign comprehensive partnership agreement
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泉大津市, Osaka Prefecture, and 株式会社MiL have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement in 3 areas—child-rearing support, health promotion through food education, and city promotion—to advance the development of a “baby-friendly” community that is welcoming to infants and families raising children.
Facts
Comprehensive partnership agreement in the following 3 areas