“Ebisu 港屋,” serving the menu of 港屋, once called the stand-up soba restaurant with Japan’s longest lines, opens on Oct. 28, 2026
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株式会社zenplus will open “Ebisu 港屋” in Ebisu, Shibuya, Tokyo, on Oct. 28, 2026. It will serve the menu of popular restaurant 港屋, which once operated in Toranomon and was called “the stand-up soba restaurant with Japan’s longest lines.”
[New release] 2 lights on 1 pole! Motion-sensing solar light “ツイン,” with fully adjustable angles, 25% off for a limited 24 hours!
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株式会社HAPPYJOINT has launched “ツイン,” a motion-sensing solar light with 2 lights on 1 pole. It features adjustable angles and IP65 waterproofing and is available on 楽天市場.
[95% of preschool and early elementary children cannot explain “boil”!?] The first installment exceeded 1,300 PV. The second book in the educational picture book series “ことばざるのコッキー,” inspired by real teaching data from a Japanese-language cram school, is now on sale!
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株式会社プロタゴニストラボラトリー has begun selling the second book in the educational picture book series “ことばざるのコッキー,” created in response to findings that preschool and early elementary children have an unclear understanding of everyday words (verbs), based on teaching data from the Japanese-language cram school 野村国語塾.
Facts
The previous press release recorded 1,318 PV, more than 4 times the median
Republished by 24 media outlets
Including 13 direct inquiries
11.1% of the total
Only about 5% of children can explain it perfectly
About 30% can come up with keywords
The remaining approximately 65% or more of children
[Annual income: ¥9.2 million] Latest backend engineer roles for October 2026 | Freelance survey [according to フリーランスボード]
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フリーランスボード has released a report on backend engineer roles as of October 2026. It reports an average annual income of ¥9.2 million, a remote-work share of 77.6%, and a No. 1 ranking by share of job listings (30.33%), among other findings.
Facts
Average annual income: ¥9.2 million
Actual freelance roles listed on フリーランスボード: 188,720
Remote roles account for 77.6%
Backend engineer roles account for 30.33% of all listings
[Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake] A medical organization launches new home appliance and furniture support to provide “what is truly needed now.” Donated appliances and furniture will be offered to temporary housing residents through a program that lets each household choose.
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特定非営利活動法人ジャパンハート provided support for people affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake, donating household-selected appliances and furniture to temporary housing residents in coordination with Iris Ohyama, Sharp, and Kayward Kyushu.
Facts
Oct. 26, 2026
About 300 units
35 units this time
About 1,200 requests
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人ジャパンハート、アイリスオーヤマ株式会社、シャープ株式会社、株式会社ケイワード九州、The Coca-Cola Foundation
A Mont Blanc that looks just like a dog: “遠州生まれのチーキーロンロン” goes on sale from Wednesday, Oct. 28!
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有限会社春華堂 will launch “遠州生まれのチーキーロンロン,” a new product made with Enshu-grown Japanese chestnuts, on Oct. 28. It is based on “掛川生まれのチーキーロンロン,” winner of the national Mont Blanc competition.
WasabiCard featured in Forbes article, highlighting growth opportunities for stablecoin payment infrastructure
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WasabiCard was featured in a Forbes article that included an interview with co-founder and CEO Ray Yang about growth opportunities and challenges in stablecoin payment infrastructure.
“The fact that no one uses the reporting channel may be the CEO’s problem”—The company’s representative took the lead and set up an anonymous reporting channel at their own company
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HappyLifeCreators株式会社 launched its in-house anonymous reporting service “coe” for 1 month starting Oct. 22, 2026, as a trial in which its representative director’s decisions would be anonymously evaluated.
Facts
2,448 businesses have introduced internal whistleblowing systems
30.0% report “0 cases” received annually by their reporting channel
Holding a business succession seminar, “Rediscovering Your Company’s Value Through Candid Feedback: The Appeal and Potential of Your Business from the Successor’s Perspective”
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札幌市 is providing business succession matching support to address the shortage of successors and prevent business closures. As part of “Hokkaido Business Succession Awareness Month,” it will hold a seminar on Reiwa 8, Nov. 11, to rediscover the value of a business from the successor’s perspective.
“KONAMI Medal Games MedaFes!! – Halloween Campaign” underway!
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株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス is holding the “KONAMI Medal Games MedaFes!! – Halloween Campaign” for medal games at amusement facilities. Benefits include 2x and 3x points on eligible machines, and the campaign is scheduled to run through Nov. 3, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue., holiday)
“PP” doubled to 2x
Earn 2x the usual amount
Earn 3x the usual amount
“FT points” 2x
Insert 100 yen
“GP” 2x
“LEGEND points” 5x
“GP*” 2x
3 times the usual amount
Receive 100 points
Companies mentioned：株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス、KONAMI、Konami Digital Entertainment、Konami Arcade Games
Weekend and holiday brunch launches at the Western-style salon in Kobe’s former foreign settlement, “Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH 旧神戸居留地十五番館,” starting Oct. 31 (Sat.).
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“Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH 旧神戸居留地十五番館,” a Western-style salon in Kobe’s former foreign settlement, will begin serving weekend- and holiday-only brunch menus on Oct. 31, 2026. Options include a French toast set and reservation-only morning high tea.
The Headwolf F9 is an LTE-compatible Android tablet featuring an 8.8-inch 2.5K, 90Hz display, Android 16, and a UNISOC T7300. A launch commemoration event is underway on 楽天市場.
Facts
22000 yen
First 50 customers
8.8 inches
90Hz
2.5K
1600×2560
344PPI
400cd/m²
85% color gamut
Contrast ratio 1200:1
Android 16
UNISOC T7300
2.2GHz
2.0GHz
4GB memory
20GB expansion
128GB storage
Up to 2TB
7200mAh
Approx. 6 to 8 hours
Approx. 12 hours
Approx. 650 hours
Lightweight 325g
7.9mm thin
208.64
129.56
Original1300万画素
Original500万画素
Companies mentioned：Shenzhen city Doowis Industrial Co., Ltd、Headwolf、楽天市場、Google Play、UNISOC
A new winter lunch featuring bread and dishes from the hotel’s first bakery chef and executive chef; all-you-can-eat hotel-made bread using Hokkaido wheat! “Bread & Table” starts Nov. 2
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ANAクラウンプラザホテル千歳 will offer a new weekday-only lunch, “Bread & Table,” from Nov. 2, 2026, featuring all-you-can-eat house-made bread using Hokkaido wheat and main dishes created by the executive chef.
Facts
2,700 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
5 varieties of hotel-made bread
3 options: meat dishes, pasta, and stews
Currently in 20 cities nationwide
Operating more than 5,000 rooms
Companies mentioned：ANAクラウンプラザホテル千歳、株式会社ホテル日航千歳、ホテルグランテラス千歳、ロイトン札幌、グランドメルキュール札幌大通公園、ヒルトン小樽、グランドパーク小樽、プールブール、ヒルトン沖縄北谷リゾート、鳥羽国際ホテル、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC
International music event “IMX 2026 TOKYO” set for Nov. 4 and 5 at GLADE PARK Shibuya; putting FUSION into practice in Tokyo with a focus on “rights, technology and live performance”
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The international music event “IMX 2026 TOKYO” will be held at GLADE PARK Shibuya on Nov. 4 and 5, putting FUSION into practice in Tokyo with a focus on “rights, technology and live performance.”
Facts
2026
Oct. 29–31
62 countries and regions worldwide
More than 1,000 industry organizations and companies
More than 1,400 global industry guests
Cumulative media exposure: 7.657 billion impressions
“セガ Creator Playlist” Vol. 4, “Hideaki Kobayashi – Essential Works,” released on Spotify and Apple Music
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株式会社セガ has released the playlist “Hideaki Kobayashi – Essential Works,” curated by Hideaki Kobayashi, on Spotify and Apple Music. It features 113 tracks, including music from the Phantasy Star, Like a Dragon and Sonic series.
Why does so much recruitment branding “fail to bear fruit”? カケハシスカイ launches a dedicated landing page that handles “everything,” from the “roots” to “tending the branches”
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株式会社カケハシスカイ has launched a dedicated landing page for its recruitment branding support service, “Recruitment Branding That Bears Fruit.” The company highlights its strength as an “HR firm” offering end-to-end support, from REVP assessments to recruitment outsourcing, not just design.
Large-scale district development on the former Fushimi Technical High School site and former Nambu Water Distribution Management Section site; large mixed-use development spanning more than 4 hectares in Kyoto’s first “decarbonization leading area”; district named “KYOTO COCO CITY”
“We don’t have a dedicated recruiter”—End-to-end support from launching first-time graduate recruitment to achieving results. Case study published on 株式会社Another, which hired 3 new graduates and 1 mid-career employee without adding to executives’ workload
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株式会社アールナイン has published a case study on graduate and mid-career recruitment support for 株式会社Another, which had no dedicated recruiter. The company successfully hired 3 new graduates and 1 mid-career employee while keeping the burden on executives down.
Facts
3 new graduates
1 mid-career hire
More than 1,500 recruitment professionals
Track record of supporting more than 800 companies
“9th Anniversary FEST” launches to mark the 9th anniversary of the release of “eFootball™ ウイコレ CHAMPION SQUADS”!
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株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント launched the “9th Anniversary FEST” campaign on Oct. 26 to mark the 9th anniversary of the release of the mobile game “eFootball™ ウイコレ CHAMPION SQUADS.”
In November, when bluefin tuna is in season, リビエラ’s executive chef 伊藤康裕 turns “the ultimate bluefin tuna” into a full-course meal. Tasting of 3 varieties of sake “IWA” also on the program [Nov. 21]
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株式会社リビエラリゾート will host the “リビエラ食紀行2026『究極の鮪』” event at リビエラ逗子マリーナ on November 21, 2026. リビエラ executive chef 伊藤康裕 will prepare wild bluefin tuna selected by wholesalers at 豊洲市場. Guests can also taste 3 varieties from the sake brand “IWA,” created by the former head brewer of Dom Pérignon.
Connecting fragmented on-site data! Smart Craft to hold a seminar on the path to smart factories ＜Dec. 9・Free to attend＞
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株式会社イプロス will hold a seminar on smart factories and data integration at “イプロスAI-産業World 2026,” taking place at Tokyo International Forum on December 9 and 10, 2026. The seminar will be presented by Smart Craft President and CEO 浮部史也.
[アパマンショップ] Helps organize “Shirahama-Taiwan Festa 2026,” attended by approximately 10,000 people
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APAMAN株式会社 supported “Shirahama-Taiwan Festa 2026,” held in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, on October 24, 2026. It distributed 200 meal tickets to approximately 10,000 attendees, sold 50 lanterns, and donated the proceeds.
Some needs cannot be met with medication knowledge alone—城西大学薬学部 has continued for 20 years a special class that learns from the voices of patients and doctors
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城西大学薬学部 held its special class “患者の気持ち,” which has been offered continuously since 2006, on October 21, 2026. Cancer survivor 青木晴美 and 昭和医科大学’s Professor 中島宏昭 spoke to students about understanding patients and the role of pharmacists in clinical settings.
株式会社RT will launch camera-equipped earbuds “ARES” on Makuake on October 28. They offer up to 40% off and include hands-free photography, AI visual queries, and translation features.
LOST AND FOUND marks its 5th anniversary with the second “ESSENTIAL TOOLS” event, featuring approximately 40 kitchen tools selected by 平林奈緒美 and 小林和人, plus limited-edition 5th-anniversary items
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LOST AND FOUND, operated by tableware maker ニッコー株式会社, will mark its 5th anniversary in November 2026. To celebrate, it will hold the second edition of “ESSENTIAL TOOLS,” a limited-time market event featuring approximately 40 kitchen tools selected by art director 平林奈緒美 and selector 小林和人. It will also release cups in a limited 5th-anniversary color and publish a conversation between the two on WEB JOURNAL.
Facts
5th anniversary of opening
Will mark its 5th anniversary in November 2026
Starting October 28 (Wednesday)
Approximately 40 carefully selected items
Available in limited editions of 200 each
Companies mentioned：ニッコー株式会社、NIKKO、LOST AND FOUND、Regency Wraps、Buchsteiner、Gefu、Gude
[岩間市民プラザ] A live event that builds connections! 岩間ROCK SPACE 2026
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Announcement of the live event “岩間ROCK SPACE 2026,” organized by 公益財団法人横浜市芸術文化振興財団 and others. It will take place at 横浜市岩間市民プラザ on December 12, 2026, with admission costing 1,000 yen. Reservations open on November 14.
New merchandise for the 2.5D idol groups “いれいす,” “すたぽら,” “クロノヴァ,” and “ブラフラ,” all under “VOISING,” goes on sale November 7! Animate will also hold a fair offering bonus items and other related promotions
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株式会社アニメイト will release new merchandise for 4 2.5D idol groups under VOISING on November 7, and will hold a fair at stores nationwide and online starting the same day.
Applications open for research grants on gambling addiction issues
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公益社団法人ギャンブル依存症問題を考える会 has opened applications for research grants on gambling addiction. Grants will range from 500,000 to 1,000,000 yen for a single fiscal year, or up to 3,000,000 yen in total for multiple years. Applications from gambling-related businesses will be excluded to ensure fully independent research.
Facts
2018
At least 500,000 yen and no more than 1,000,000 yen
500,000–1,000,000 yen per year
Up to 3,000,000 yen in total
Up to 3 years
Approximately 2–3 awards in total
April 1, 2027
March 31, 2028
March 31, 2030
January 31, 2027
Nov 2024
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人ギャンブル依存症問題を考える会、The Lancet、The Lancet Public Health Commission on gambling
[Survey of 600 men and women] How quickly is an instant reply? “Within 5 minutes” leads at 48%, and 93% are happy to receive an instant reply
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An online survey of 600 men and women found that 48% considered “within 5 minutes” an instant reply, while 28% said “within 10 minutes,” for a combined 76%. A total of 72% said they reply instantly to someone they like, and 93% said they are happy to receive an instant reply, indicating high expectations among recipients.
Facts
290 people (48%)
“Within 10 minutes” was cited by 166 people (28%)
76% overall
53% of women
72% overall answered “yes”
More than 13 million registered users
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワクワクコミュニケーションズ、ワクワクメール、Apple Inc.、Google Inc.
A stunningly real look at couples trying to end their “worst” situations: This is LAST’s newly written song “インタールード” chosen as the insert song for ABEMA’s new original reality show 『この最低な夫婦の終わり』
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ABEMA announced that This is LAST’s newly written song “インタールード” will be the insert song for its new reality show 『この最低な夫婦の終わり』, which portrays the realities of married life. The show will begin free broadcasts on November 4, 2026.
Facts
November 4, 2026
3 couples
8 episodes in total
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、株式会社AbemaTV、This is LAST
☆☆☆伊豆シャボテンリゾート株式会社 50th-anniversary project☆☆☆ Indoor interactive zoo “アニタッチ みなとみらい” to unveil a renovated shop area on Wednesday, October 28, 2026!
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“Anitouch Minato Mirai,” operated by 株式会社伊豆シャボテン公園, will renovate its shop area on Oct. 28, 2026, as part of 伊豆シャボテンリゾート株式会社’s 50th anniversary project, and add Himalayan marmots and palm civets.
株式会社スノーピーク will mark the 30th anniversary of its signature item, the fire pit, first released in 1996, by launching a special website and video, and will release limited-edition 30th anniversary items starting Oct. 31, 2026.
Neural Port, which measures VR-induced brain fatigue, to host “ZEN VR EVENT” at Tech Week in San Francisco, US
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株式会社ニューラルポート held “ZEN VR EVENT” during “SF Tech Week 2026,” held in San Francisco, US, in October 2026, offering its brain-fatigue visualization technology “ZEN EYE Pro” and a VR recovery experience.
Competitive photography app “SNPIT” to run “Shoot and Collect! Photo Quest,” a photo challenge around the venue, at “Daidogei World Cup in Shizuoka 2026”
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Blockchain game “SNPIT,” developed by 株式会社GALLUSYS, a subsidiary of ギグワークス株式会社, will exhibit at “Daidogei World Cup in Shizuoka 2026,” held in Shizuoka City from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3, 2026, and run “Shoot and Collect! Photo Quest,” a photo challenge around the venue.
“TAILOR” and “mojojojo” team up for the first time! Limited-quantity launch of fabric softener and fabric mist with original merchandise!
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株式会社bridge will launch limited-quantity fabric softener and fabric mist with original merchandise starting Nov. 1, 2026, marking the first collaboration between fabric softener brand “TAILOR” and “mojojojo,” the brand of plush toy artist Ayumi Ozaki.
The online voice acting school “TRY VOICE ACADEMIA,” operated by 株式会社SKT, held its first in-person workshop in Tokyo on Oct. 21, 2026. Under the instruction of lecturer Ryota Honda, participants took part in acting exercises based on manga and animation, with students attending from the Tokyo area and farther afield.
Japanese restaurant “Idaten Bettei,” which caters to Muslim travelers’ dining and prayer needs, opens 2nd location in Hida-Takayama
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株式会社クリエイティブリゾート opened “Idaten Bettei Takayama Dekonaru,” the 2nd location of “Idaten Bettei,” a Japanese restaurant catering to Muslim travelers’ dining and prayer needs, in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, on Oct. 23, 2026. The restaurant has a prayer space and is preparing to apply for halal certification from Halal International Trust Organization (HITO).
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026
Second store
16:00～23:30
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリエイティブリゾート、Halal International Trust Organization、HITO
“What happens during a chiropractic session?” For first-time visitors, a look at the first 60 minutes: Check your current posture with AI posture analysis before treatment【NAORU整体 新潟院】
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ビューイング株式会社 announced that it has published an overview of the first 60 minutes at its chiropractic clinic, NAORU整体 新潟院, and will offer free AI posture checks on weekdays from Nov. 4 to 27.
TikTok creator Kogachan-chan, with 1.08 million total social media followers, launches full-fledged music career! Report on press conference for 1st single “Grand Residence Internet”
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Influencer Kogachan-chan, represented by 株式会社Suu, held a press conference at Shibuya Festival 2026 for her 1st single, “Grand Residence Internet,” announcing the full-scale launch of her music career.
Facts
Total social media followers: 1,080,300
TikTok: 756,400
Instagram: 290,000
YouTube: 33,900
Companies mentioned：株式会社Suu、UU、日本経済大学、TRIPOD Records
株式会社WECARS held the final of the 2nd WTC Service Skills Competition at its Kyoto Fushimi store on Oct. 8, 2026. In the September qualifying rounds, 353 people from 126 stores took part, with the Okayama store taking the overall title.
Cohesity explains the impact of “PHP2Shell,” a critical PHP vulnerability, and measures companies should take
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Cohesity explained the impact of “PHP2Shell,” a critical PHP vulnerability (CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619), and countermeasures. The vulnerability could affect many companies, including financial institutions, and the company recommends applying patches, restricting access, and ensuring cyber resilience.
To be held entirely online: “m HOLD'EM” × “Poker Chase” title-versus-title “Vertical-Horizontal Online” competition
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The title-versus-title competition “Vertical-Horizontal Online,” co-hosted by サミー株式会社’s “m HOLD’EM” and 株式会社Skyfall’s “Poker Chase,” will begin on Nov. 10, 2026. Qualifying rounds run through Nov. 15, and the finals will be livestreamed on Nov. 26 and Dec. 3.
Bakusho Mondai’s Hikari Ota × Hiroyuki Ariyoshi: From the Saruganseki boom rivalry to behind-the-scenes stories of their joint show, Ota shares his candid thoughts with Ariyoshi; 9th episode of radiko’s 15th anniversary podcast now available
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株式会社radiko has begun streaming a conversation between Bakusho Mondai’s Hikari Ota and Hiroyuki Ariyoshi as the 9th installment of its original podcast “Hikari Ota and 15 Talkers,” commemorating the service’s 15th anniversary.
At the Part 1 talk session of TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT, Shinji Ishimaru will moderate a discussion on Fukuoka’s startup environment, featuring entrepreneurs from メドメイン, ヌーラボ and Tensor Energy.
Facts
Over a period of 4 and a half years
Active in 25 cities
Raised more than 2 billion yen in total
For more than 15 years
Approximately 500 people will visit the venue.
Companies mentioned：F Ventures LLP、ReHacQ、三菱UFJ銀行、再生の道、メドメイン株式会社、株式会社ヌーラボ、Tensor Energy 株式会社、リクルート
A birthday drone show with 1,000 drones from fans for ME:I’s Momona Kasahara. The 2nd fan-support drone show lights up the night sky over the Sumida River
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As part of a birthday project planned by ME:I member Momona Kasahara’s fan base, a drone show featuring 1,000 drones was held over the Sumida River in Tokyo on October 24, 2026.
【New 38mm size】The Tangente neomatik 38 Update from German watch brand NOMOS GLASHÜTTE /ノモス グラスヒュッテ now comes in 4 variations.
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株式会社大沢商会 launched a new 38.5mm model of the Tangente neomatik 38 Update from German watch brand NOMOS GLASHÜTTE in October 2026. Along with stainless steel models in white and forest green, a gold model has also been added, bringing the total to 4 variations.
ラコステ has unveiled “JOURNEY WITH YIBO,” its 2nd collaboration with global brand ambassador Wang Yibo, as its Fall/Winter 2026 collection. Inspired by founder René Lacoste’s travels and Wang Yibo’s spirit of exploration, the collection will be available in stores and online from October 29.
Starring Genki Iwahashi and Osamu Soma: First episode stills, synopsis and preview for new Thursday drama “The Right Way to Pretend to Be in Love, Season 2” released / Airing October 29 (Thu.) at 21:25
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TOKYO MX announced that its new Thursday drama “The Right Way to Pretend to Be in Love, Season 2,” starring Genki Iwahashi, will begin airing on October 29, 2026. Stills and a synopsis for Episode 1 have been released.
“Gummy picture book” created by Noritake Kinashi and rapper SOCKS gets a reprint! Their collaborative song is also released on CD
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株式会社マガジンハウス has decided to reprint the picture book “Kaitou Gumi-gumi: Treasure Found!” by Noritake Kinashi and rapper SOCKS, and has also released a related CD.
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, aiming for the J.League from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, signs a bronze partner agreement for the 2026 season with 大和ハウス工業株式会社 埼玉西支店
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COEDO KAWAGOE F.C株式会社 has signed a bronze partner agreement for the 2026 season with 大和ハウス工業株式会社’s Saitama West Branch.
“Masterpiece Picture Book Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” opens at シャミネ松江 from October 26 (Mon.)!
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株式会社Cake.jp will hold a limited-time pop-up store at シャミネ松江 from October 26 to November 4, selling original cookie tins and other items created in collaboration with popular picture books.
Facts
10 days
More than 50 venues nationwide
Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
Price: 1,080 yen (tax included)
2 million members
More than 1,700 participating stores
8,000 types in the lineup
Companies mentioned：株式会社Cake.jp、Cake.jp、JR西日本山陰開発株式会社、シャミネ松江、ドトールコーヒー、BANDAI、ポプラ社、Hakusensha、Penguin Random House LLC.、Hachette Livre、KADOKAWA
The 2nd “Sana Natori × 東京ラーメンストリート” collaboration is confirmed! New merchandise featuring original illustrations and “ramen cans” containing stickers will also be available!!
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The 2nd collaboration between “Sana Natori” and 東京ラーメンストリート will include a POP UP SHOP opening on November 13, 2026, with new merchandise featuring original illustrations and ramen cans on sale.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
2,200 yen (tax included)
1,080 yen each (tax included)
3,240 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Ａ３、東京ラーメンストリート、東京キャラクターストリートオンラインプラザ、eeo Store online、食堂はせ川
Win a reproduction of an original drawing with a handwritten signature and dedication! Campaign to celebrate the release of “Kimi wa Amai Ude no Naka” by Mochi Sonose!【ホーリンラブブックス】
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ホーリンラブブックス, operated by 株式会社TORICO, is holding a campaign to celebrate the release of “Kimi wa Amai Ude no Naka” by Mochi Sonose, with signed reproductions of original drawings available by lottery.
Miffy and Boris return to Maison de FLEUR! Collaboration items packed with adorable charm go on sale November 3 (Tue.)
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Maison de FLEUR, a brand of 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will release collaboration items featuring picture-book author Dick Bruna’s Miffy and Boris on November 3, 2026. The collection includes 6 styles, with an advance sale on the EC site.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday)
Monday, Nov. 2
20:00
First collaboration in 4 years
all 6 styles
￥7,700
￥4,950
￥3,700
Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、Maison de FLEUR、STRIPE CLUB、ZOZOTOWN、earth music＆ecology、株式会社ディック・ブルーナ・ジャパン、株式会社グレイス
血の想像力: Pop, yet the world’s shape shifts a little with every listen! New song “m a g n o l i a” available to stream 11/25
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佐藤優介’s music project “想像力の血” will release its new song “m a g n o l i a” on November 25. An album, “Let’s Recreate,” is also in production, and a commemorative concert is scheduled for November 27.
DMM GAMES’ “FLOWER KNIGHT GIRL” gets an update on October 26! New event “深層のパラレルメサイア” begins!
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“FLOWER KNIGHT GIRL,” a fantasy RPG operated by DMM GAMES, a service of 合同会社EXNOA, will receive an update on October 26, featuring the new event “深層のパラレルメサイア,” a gacha featuring new characters and more.
合同会社EXNOA and 株式会社テクロス announced a pickup gacha featuring new character “シャルン” and the Halloween event “あつめて！ハロウィンキャンディ” for the cross-heroine RPG “テクロノス.” A new limited-time item set has also gone on sale.
“Tokyo Taste Festa 2026 ～TASTE of TOKYO～” to be held
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東京都 and the organizing committee held “Tokyo Taste Festa 2026,” showcasing the appeal of Tokyo-produced agricultural, forestry and fishery products, at 4 venues in Marunouchi, Yurakucho, Hibiya and Toyosu from October 23 to 25, drawing a total of 161,781 visitors over 3 days.
株式会社オリエンタルランド announced that it will hold special New Year events at 東京ディズニーリゾート from January 1 to January 11, 2027. 東京ディズニーランド and 東京ディズニーシー will present “New Year’s Greetings” and the fireworks show “New Day, New Dreams,” and sell limited-time merchandise, food and drinks, ticket designs, and free passes.
No security staff? Leave everything to the experts: AIクラウドワークス launches the “All-in-One Security Measures Plan”
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株式会社クラウドワークス has launched “All-in-One Security BPO,” a new service addressing security risks in the AI era. Aimed at small and medium-sized businesses, the plan provides support from assessment through implementation to prevent information leaks and AI-powered attacks, with offerings including organizational assessments, report preparation and initial countermeasures.
ブライセン’s “COOOLa” goes live at 三越伊勢丹 Business Support; implementation case study released
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株式会社ブライセン’s cloud-based WMS “COOOLa” has been implemented and is operating at 株式会社三越伊勢丹ビジネス・サポート (IMBS), the core logistics company of the 三越伊勢丹 Group. The companies released a case study detailing how they carried out the integration of 2 WMS platforms alongside a warehouse relocation, achieving inventory visibility and lower operating costs.
Sustainable hotel brand ビヨンド グリーン expands portfolio with new member hotels in Costa Rica and Spain
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Sustainable hotel brand ビヨンド グリーン has added El Silencio Lodge & Spa in Costa Rica and Hotel Món Sant Benet in Spain, expanding its global network to 22 countries.
Companies take note! Can “sharing vulnerability” foster unity within organizations? Popular webinar featuring award ceremonies at Sumitomo Life and Kokuyo to be available as a limited-time archive: IBW4th
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株式会社タノシナル will offer a free, limited-time archive of “IBW4th Edition,” a webinar held on October 23, 2026, from October 26 to 30, 2026. The webinar featured award ceremony case studies from 住友生命保険相互会社 and コクヨ株式会社 and explained how “sharing vulnerability” can build unity within organizations.
ベトナム航空 launched an afternoon flight on the Osaka–Hanoi route on October 26, 2026, and held a commemorative ceremony. This brings the service to 11 flights per week, rising to 14 flights per week with daily operations starting November 30 of the same year.
[JPI Seminar] “The Role of Nuclear Power in the 17 Strategic Fields of ‘Resource and Energy Security and GX,’ and Directions for Next-Generation Innovative Reactors and Strengthening the Industrial Base” to be held on Monday, November 16
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株式会社日本計画研究所 will hold a seminar on November 16, 2026, featuring Ken Kurosaki, chair of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s Nuclear Energy Subcommittee, who will explain the role of nuclear power in the 17 strategic fields and directions for next-generation innovative reactors and strengthening the industrial base.
Facts
17 strategic sectors
Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Special rate: 18,500 yen (tax included)
Original1名：37,580円（税込）
From the 2nd person onward: ¥32,580 (tax included; same corporation and simultaneous application)
“Japan Power Market Insights 2026” held: Second Foundation shares market outlook and BESS insights with Japan’s energy industry
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Second Foundation, together with regional partners 株式会社IQg and Nihon Obno, held “Japan Power Market Insights 2026” at the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Japan, sharing its outlook on Japan’s power and BESS markets with more than 120 participants.
Facts
Operating in more than 30 markets
Oct. 13, 2026
More than 120 people
A team of 550
Approximately 5 GW of renewable energy
Projects totaling approximately 400 MW
Companies mentioned：Second Foundation、株式会社IQg、Nihon Obno、Second Foundation Japan合同会社
Reservations open for helicopter transfers to the Suzuka Circuit for the 2027 F1 Japanese Grand Prix
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Space Aviation株式会社 has opened reservations for a helicopter transfer service connecting Kyoto and Nagoya with the Suzuka Circuit in conjunction with the 2027 F1 Japanese Grand Prix.
Making its debut in Omotesando! Matchami Lab, a flavored matcha brand offering new ways to enjoy matcha, opens a limited-time pop-up store on November 6
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Matchami Lab, a flavored matcha brand operated by Matchami Global Pte.Ltd., will hold its first pop-up store in Omotesando, Tokyo, from November 6 to 8, 2026, offering and selling flavored matcha drinks and sweets.
Facts
3 days
7 types in total
From 900 yen
Companies mentioned：Matchami Global Pte.Ltd.、Matchami Lab
[メッセ・ミュンヘン] Press release / “automatica Shanghai 2027,” an international trade fair for smart automation and robotics, to make its debut
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“automatica Shanghai 2027,” an international trade fair for smart automation and robotics organized by メッセ・ミュンヘン上海 and others, will be held at SNIEC in Shanghai, China, from March 8 to 10, 2027. Exhibitors are now being sought.
東大阪市-hosted marriage support program “Koi Try 2026” to support participants from opportunities to meet through milestones after marriage
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株式会社TMSホールディングス has been commissioned to operate 東大阪市’s marriage support program “Koi Try 2026,” which will run 3 initiatives, including matchmaking events and photo weddings.
株式会社セガ launched the collaboration event “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya CUP” on October 26, 2026, bringing together the online competitive mahjong game “Sega NET Mahjong MJ” and the TV anime “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.” Tournaments will be held in both the app and arcade versions, where players can earn collaboration items such as limited-edition characters and backgrounds. A follow-and-repost campaign is also underway on X.
SNSpartners announces new fully performance-based UGC advertising service
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SNSpartners, the social media marketing brand operated by 合同会社mocchi, has announced a new advertising support service for businesses, “Fully Performance-Based UGC Advertising,” featuring UGC creative from consumers’ perspectives and performance-linked compensation.
Actor Rio Uchida unveils her self-made “Okayama denim” for the first time! Kinnikun Nakayama to change his name to “Okayama Kinnikun”!?
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岡山県 held the “Hare no Kuni OKAYAMA Charm Discovery Project ‘Power’ Up Event” on October 26, 2026, with Rio Uchida and Kinnikun Nakayama appearing on stage. Uchida unveiled her self-made “original Okayama denim” and shared stories about her video “Okayama Travel Vlog.”
Notice: 2027 fiscal year ending March, second-quarter earnings briefing and IR Day
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株式会社ソケッツ will hold its second-quarter earnings briefing for the fiscal year ending March 2027, along with an IR Day, online. After the briefing, a talk session will be held with Mr. Matsumoto, president and representative director of 株式会社CREO, the company acquired for the IP licensing business.
株式会社Borderless rebrands its hair salon brand as “Borderless Salon,” accelerating inbound customer acquisition and promoting Japanese beauty techniques worldwide
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株式会社Borderless will rebrand its hair salon brand as “Borderless Salon” from September 28, 2026, aiming to accelerate inbound customer acquisition and promote Japanese beauty techniques worldwide.
Anicom General Insurance has announced its “Dog Name Rankings 2026,” based on approximately 150,000 dogs aged 0 that newly enrolled in “Dobutsu Kenpo” from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. Mugi ranked first overall, Leo ranked first in the male category, and Coco ranked first in the female category. Among names written in kanji, Fuku retained first place for males and Hana for females.
Roppongi’s “romantic tavern” 紅富士（BENIFUJI） to grand-open on Sunday, November 1, and stay open until 8 the following morning
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株式会社ハラペコダイニング will grand-open 紅富士（BENIFUJI）六本木 in Tokyo’s Roppongi district on November 1, 2026. During the pre-opening period, food items will be 50% off. Hours will be from 16:00 until 8:00 the following morning.
Ticket reservations open for “Beauty Walk,” an interactive experience at the beauty festival “Tokyo Beauty Week2026”!
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Ticket reservations for “Beauty Walk,” an interactive experience at “Tokyo Beauty Week2026,” organized and operated by 株式会社アイスタイル, as well as for its limited programs, opened on October 26.
AnyReach launches a campaign for businesses to purchase Amazon gift cards for 99% of their face value
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AnyReach株式会社 is running a campaign on its “AnyGift Business” corporate gifting platform, allowing businesses to purchase Amazon gift cards for 99% of their face value. The minimum order is 100,000 yen, with no additional fees.
【Saga Tamaya】More than 30 cosmetics brands, including brands making their first appearance in Saga Prefecture, come together. “Green Cosmetic Garden” opens on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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株式会社佐賀玉屋 will open “Green Cosmetic Garden,” a cosmetics select shop featuring organic and natural brands, on the first floor of the South Wing on November 11, 2026. More than 30 brands from Japan and overseas will participate, with limited-edition products and special offers planned to mark the opening.
【Hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government / Free to attend】“Tokyo Overseas IR Forum” to be held on Thursday, November 12
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The Tokyo Overseas IR Forum, hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, will be held on November 12, with 宝印刷株式会社 providing support as the project secretariat.
2026 edition of webinar repurposing guide released for free
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株式会社くるみバディ has released for free the “2026 Webinar Repurposing Guide,” which outlines how to reuse webinar recordings as short videos, articles, and sales materials.
Let’s get excited together with 佐賀市! Live viewing of Zombie Land Saga LIVE: FranChouChou SAGA EXPO 2027 confirmed
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As the third collaborative project between 佐賀市 and the anime “Zombie Land Saga,” a live viewing of the concert scheduled for April of Reiwa 9 at SAGA Arena has been confirmed at the main hall of 佐賀市文化会館. Tickets cost 7,500 yen.
株式会社DATAFLUCT will exhibit at “ifLink EXPO 2026,” hosted by 一般社団法人ifLinkオープンコミュニティ. It will showcase “Airlake Copilot Agents,” a feature of its data and AI platform “Airlake” in which multiple specialized AI agents divide up tasks.
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Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Approximately 200 companies, universities, local governments, and startups
Tomochika and Reiji go trainspotting along the Tokyu Setagaya Line! A morning workout! Walk, move, and stay hydrated! A special edition of “Tomochika and Reiji’s Fantasy Train” airs on Oct. 27 and Nov. 3!
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A special edition of “Fantasy Train,” featuring Tomochika and Reiji trainspotting on a stroll and doing morning tai chi along the Tokyu Setagaya Line, will air on BS日テレ on Oct. 27 and Nov. 3.
“It’s a full moon. Let’s be ambitious with color, too.” uka Moon study 26/Oct launches in limited quantities
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Originalトータルビューティーカンパニーukaは、2026年10月26日に数量限定で「uka Moon study 26/Oct」を発売する。価格は2,750円（税込）、容量は10mL。牡牛座向けのダスティボルドーカラーで、爪にやさしい美容液配合処方のネイルカラーと、限定復刻のトップコート「uka top coat Moon Shine」が含まれる。