Collaboration room featuring winners of the “Jankara Challenge” singing contest held on the karaoke app UTAO operated by ジャンカラ is now complete!
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株式会社TOAI will install a collaboration room featuring winners of the singing contest on its karaoke app UTAO at Super ジャンカラ Chayamachi store, and open it for about 3 months starting Oct. 2, 2026.
Facts
Operates 212 stores nationwide
Limited-time event for about 3 months starting Oct. 2, 2026
About 3 months
From Friday, June 19, 2026, through Sunday, July 12
Final results were announced on Friday, July 17
Featuring all 13 winning livestreamers
Room 302 (4–14 people)
Officially launched on Aug. 29, 2023
Acquired the karaoke app “KARASTA” on Aug. 19, 2024
On February 5, 2025, it was relaunched as an online karaoke app combining the strengths of 2 apps
We operate more than 200 locations nationwide
More than 360 locations across 10 business categories
Crisp and juicy. A festive harmony of pear, apple and Earl Grey: “Festive Pear & Apple” available for a limited time starting Thursday, Nov. 5
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株式会社ゴンチャ ジャパン will begin selling “Festive Pear & Apple,” a limited-time drink featuring pear, apple and Earl Grey selected in the ゴンチャ Crew Championship 2026, starting Nov. 5, 2026.
Christmas at Roppongi Hills, Azabudai Hills, Toranomon Hills and Ark Hills: Festive Christmas foods go on sale sequentially starting Nov. 12
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The 4 facilities operated by 森ビル株式会社—Roppongi Hills, Azabudai Hills, Toranomon Hills and Ark Hills—will begin selling Christmas foods on Nov. 12, 2026.
Facts
4 facilities
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Friday, Dec. 25
125 g can
Companies mentioned：森ビル株式会社、ジャヌ パティスリー、ジャン・ジョルジュ トウキョウ、赤坂おぎ乃 和甘、THE CITY BAKERY BRASSERIE RUBIN、築地 鳥藤、BRASSERIE by plein
Cultural exchange with children, including English, at the Nov. 5 “mobile zoo” event. International students from 追手門学院大学 support childcare activities at 追手門学院幼稚園 through the “Eigo Rangers” program
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4 international students from the Faculty of International Studies at 追手門学院大学 have been running the “Eigo Rangers” program at the affiliated 追手門学院幼稚園 since May 2026, promoting intercultural exchange through English. They will also help at the mobile zoo event on Nov. 5.
株式会社エレメント surpasses 2 billion yen in annual insurance premiums handled, growing as a digital insurance agency operating remotely
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株式会社エレメント announced that insurance premiums handled during the year from Oct. 1, 2025, to Sept. 30, 2026, reached 2,037,700,261 yen, surpassing 2 billion yen. As a digital insurance agency operating remotely, it runs insurance comparison websites through alliances with 損害保険会社 and 少額短期保険会社.
Facts
2,037,700,261 yen
2 billion yen
22 companies in total
11 損害保険会社
11 少額短期保険会社
80,000 pet insurance policies
16,000 auto and motorcycle insurance policies
Annual insurance premiums handled: 1.6 billion yen
Now accepting participants! “ルネサンス Running Festival 2026” to be held
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株式会社ルネサンス announced that it will hold the “ルネサンス Running Festival 2026” at Toyosu Gururi Park in Koto Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 23, 2026. The maximum capacity is 1,400 people, and the entry deadline is Nov. 8.
イルグルム appointed administrative office of JIMA, an organization promoting the growth of in-house marketing — supporting knowledge sharing led by operating companies and the development of a sustainable structure
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株式会社イルグルム has been appointed administrative office of JIMA, an organization promoting in-house marketing, which was established on Oct. 27, 2026.
A large party-size pack arrives for 2 consecutive weeks! Enjoy “Original Chicken” with the “Halloween 9-Piece Barrel” and “Original Chicken 9-Piece Barrel,” on sale for a limited time starting Friday, Oct. 30, and Monday, Nov. 2
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日本KFC will sell the “Halloween 9-Piece Barrel” for a limited time starting Oct. 30 and the “Original Chicken 9-Piece Barrel” starting Nov. 2. A campaign for “Freshly Ground Rich Coffee” will also run starting Nov. 5.
Facts
380 yen※2 cheaper
“Halloween 9-Piece Barrel” … 2,590 yen
2,970 yen if purchased individually
11 kinds of herbs and spices
Carefully fried for about 15 minutes
Each is available for 390 yen, with no limit on quantity
電通総研 launches latest version of “Ci*X (Cyclos),” a group management solution equipped with AI features
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株式会社電通総研 will begin offering the latest version of its “Ci*X” group management solutions series, equipped with AI features, on Oct. 27, 2026. The release includes the “Ci*X Expense” expense reimbursement system and the “Ci*X Workflow” general-purpose workflow system. New features, including generative AI chat and automated processing nodes, will support greater operational efficiency and productivity.
株式会社TOKIUM, a provider of accounting AI agents, will exhibit as a silver sponsor at “技術書典21,” held at Sunshine City in Ikebukuro on Nov. 23, 2026, and distribute technical doujinshi written by engineers.
A first-ever product in a new series inspired by the “Pitch-Black Cheesecake,” which drew major attention on social media! “Blue Cheesecake That Brings Happiness”
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Akagi will launch “Blue Cheesecake That Brings Happiness” nationwide on Nov. 3, 2026, as the first product in a series based on the “Pitch-Black Cheesecake,” which gained attention on social media.
株式会社福地組 adopts the AI document processing service “LINE WORKS PaperOn”
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LINE WORKS株式会社 announced that 株式会社福地組 has adopted the AI document processing service “LINE WORKS PaperOn.” By streamlining quotation processing, the company has cut work time by about 70% and expects to save nearly 100 hours per month.
Facts
Original見積書1枚あたり10〜15分を要していた転記作業
Reduced to about 1 minute after implementation
Work that previously took half a day
Completed in about 30 minutes
Original1案件あたり約40時間かかっていた作業
Reduced to about 12 hours
Cuts work time by about 70%
Expects to save nearly 100 hours of work per month
Available only in Oita Prefecture! “Oita Kabosu Garlic Shrimp with Jumbo Prawns” arrives. The third “local produce for local consumption” offering, following “Oita White Onion” and “Oita Chives,” features “Oita Kabosu”!
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“PIZZA-LA,” operated by 株式会社フォーシーズ, has developed a local pizza, “Oita Kabosu Garlic Shrimp with Jumbo Prawns,” made with Oita-grown “Oita Kabosu,” and will begin selling it at food trucks in Oita Prefecture on Oct. 31, 2026.
Facts
About 99% of the national share
From Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Sales are planned for about 4 months
56 business formats and 1,357 locations
Whole: ¥2,700 (tax included)
Half: ¥1,450 (tax included)
M size: from ¥3,200 (tax included)
L size: from ¥5,280 (tax included)
59 food trucks nationwide
There are currently 58 food trucks operating nationwide
LandScape celebrates its 1st anniversary since debut. A solo live show, “ONE by ONE,” is set for Nov. 15, 2026 (Sun) at Otsuka FUTURE:. The culmination of a year built step by step by the 6 members and their fans is here.
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LandScape, a boy group under BM Promotion, the entertainment division of ファンテック株式会社, will hold a solo live show, “ONE by ONE,” at Otsuka FUTURE: on Nov. 15, marking the group’s 1st anniversary since its debut on Oct. 25, 2026.
Facts
1st anniversary of debut
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
150 attendees
Pre-debuted in July 2025
Made its official debut in October of the same year
United by a shared commitment to delivering delicious beef bowls: 吉野家ホールディングス to hold “吉野家 Asia Cup,” an international skills competition to hone beef-bowl-making techniques, in Tokyo for the 2nd consecutive year
Listen to an audiobook for a chance to win QUO Card Pay! Get coins in the service, too. “Autumn Reading Support Campaign 2026” to be held
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株式会社オトバンク will hold the “Autumn Reading Support Campaign 2026” on audiobook.jp from Oct. 27 to Nov. 15. The campaign will award coins based on the number of days users listen, and hold a drawing for QUO Card Pay.
Earn and use d POINTS at アカチャンホンポ! d POINTS available at 38 stores starting Oct. 27 — points-sharing campaign also launches Nov. 18
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株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will begin accepting d POINTS on Oct. 27, 2026, and will hold a campaign on Nov. 18, led by NTT DOCOMO, to share a total of 10 million points among participants.
秋田県’s secluded hot-spring resort 休暇村 乳頭温泉郷 and 岩手県’s spectacular 三陸海岸 destination 休暇村 陸中宮古: “Hot Spring and Seafood Hopping Trip” plan goes on sale Nov. 1
[New Book Announcement] “Even With AI, Profits Won’t Move: Strategy and Implementation for ‘BMX’ Business Model Transformation” by 羽間裕貴, on sale Oct. 27
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株式会社宣伝会議 will release 羽間裕貴’s book “Even With AI, Profits Won’t Move: Strategy and Implementation for ‘BMX’ Business Model Transformation” on Oct. 27. The book explains “BMX,” the redesign of business models on the assumption that AI will be used.
Facts
On sale Oct. 27
List price: 2,200 yen
Original四六判／210ページ
Founded in 1954
Courses attended by approximately 100,000 people annually
[Corporate Legal Affairs A2Z] November 2026 issue published, explaining the impact of amendments to key laws, including the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, on corporate practice
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第一法規株式会社 published the November 2026 issue of “会社法務A2Z” on Oct. 25, 2026, explaining the impact of amendments to laws including the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act on corporate practice.
[caseplay] Now offering premium interchangeable cases designed for NECPC’s new “LAVIE S13”!
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caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, will begin selling premium interchangeable cases designed for NEC Personal Computer’s “LAVIE S13” laptop on Oct. 27. More than 1,500 designs are available, with prices starting at ¥7,480 (tax included).
Brother launches new home embroidery machine “EXPEDITION BX1”
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Brother Industries will launch the home embroidery machine “EXPEDITION BX1,” featuring an expanded embroidery area and 774 built-in designs, in mid-November 2026.
Facts
36 cm high × 20 cm wide
774 embroidery designs
Mid-November 2026
Expanded by 6 cm in the vertical direction
Companies mentioned：ブラザー工業株式会社、ブラザー販売株式会社、Artspira、Brother My Stitch Monitor
Brighten winter snack time with the sweet-and-tart taste of strawberries! 4 strawberry-flavored treats from popular brands, including fluffy and chewy Angel Pie and crunchy Koeda, available for a limited time starting Tuesday, Nov. 10
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Morinaga & Co. will release 4 strawberry-flavored products for a limited time starting Nov. 10, including Amaou Strawberry Cake and Angel Pie <Strawberry> Tea-Time Pack, made with Amaou strawberries from 福岡県.
株式会社NTTドコモ announced that it will introduce d POINTS at 127 アカチャンホンポ stores operated by 株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 starting Oct. 27, 2026. To mark the launch, a campaign to share a total of 10 million points will begin on Nov. 18, 2026.
Facts
127 stores※1
Rollout will begin sequentially from Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
“Sumikkogurashi” × 珈琲館: “Sumikkogurashi Coffee-kan Happy Bag 2027” available in limited quantities♪
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サンエックス株式会社 announced a collaboration with 珈琲館, operated by C-United株式会社 of the コロワイドグループ, to sell the “Sumikkogurashi Coffee-kan Happy Bag 2027” in limited quantities. In-store reservations open on Oct. 27, 2026, and sales are scheduled to begin on Dec. 3 of the same year.
Facts
Price: ¥4,980 (tax included)
The set also includes items worth a total of at least 2,000 yen
A receipt for purchases totaling at least 3,000 yen (tax included)
Operates 201 stores nationwide (*1)
Opened its first store in Kanda Jimbocho, Tokyo, in 1970
A character created in 2012 with the tagline “This is where I feel at ease”
AI adoption intensifies competition for IT engineers, with more than 60% of companies feeling that hiring has become more difficult
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According to a survey conducted by レバテック株式会社, more than half of companies have increased their hiring of IT engineers due to the spread of AI, and more than 60% say hiring has become more difficult. More companies are also increasing the salaries they offer, with a particular need for higher skill levels among security engineers.
Facts
553 respondents
Increased (16.5%)
Increased somewhat (34.7%)
Because AI-related development and implementation projects have increased (30.7%)
Because launches of new businesses and services using AI have increased (30.0%)
Because we are strengthening efforts to secure engineers who can promote the use of AI (18.0%)
Think it has increased (29.3%)
Think it has increased somewhat (37.1%)
Because the skills required in the AI era have become more complex and advanced (39.5%)
Because demand has grown for highly skilled personnel who can make full use of AI, intensifying competition for hires (37.6%)
Because there are more items to evaluate, such as whether candidates have experience using AI (10.9%)
47.7% of companies answered that it had “increased”
The first official fragrance for SERVAMP: A Vampire Battle Fantasy is here. Eau de parfum captures characters including Mahiru Shirota and Kuro in scent.
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株式会社ユートレジャー has teamed up with the vampire battle fantasy SERVAMP to take preorders for the series’ first eau de parfum starting October 27, 2026. The fragrances feature all 5 characters, including Mahiru Shirota, and are priced at ¥8,800.
Try the “Gadgetable DP2 4U,” with a choice of 4 shoulder harness types, at a limited-time hands-on event at あべのハルカス近鉄本店
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Bag maker エース株式会社 will hold the hands-on “Harness Fit Lab” event at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 to offer the high-performance business backpack “Gadgetable DP2 4U” for a limited time.
Facts
Price including tax: 62,700 yen
October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)–November 10 (Tuesday)
First for a hotel in Shikoku (*): Earns international eco-certification “Green Key” 【メルキュール高知土佐リゾート＆スパ】
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メルキュール高知土佐リゾート＆スパ is the first hotel in Shikoku to earn the international “Green Key” eco-certification. Its efforts in energy conservation, food waste reduction and collaboration with the local community were recognized.
A flash-level glow, as if bathed in light: A new high-reflection highlighter creates a luminous complexion with defined contours!
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キス will launch the limited-edition “Kiss Strobe Skin Highlighter,” which creates a dimensional, luminous complexion with a flash-level glow, on November 20, 2026.
Stone-baked hamburg steak & steak “ストーンバーグ” ラゾーナ川崎店: Fourth installment of the “Cross-America Gourmet Journey” campaign, themed around “Seattle”
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ストーンバーグ ラゾーナ川崎店 will serve new menu items themed around Seattle as the fourth installment of its “Cross-America Gourmet Journey” campaign, from November 2 to December 31, 2026.
【仙台ロイヤルパークホテル】Enjoy great savings! Black Friday Sale 2026
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仙台ロイヤルパークホテル will hold a special Black Friday sale starting November 16, 2026. Offers include discounts on restaurant lunches and dinners, as well as up to 50% off suite stays. The hotel’s operator, 三菱地所ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社, is also mentioned.
NEC launches “NeoSarf Loyalty Core Service,” supporting everything from customer data integration to relationship building
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NEC launched “NeoSarf Loyalty Core Service” in October, a cloud service that integrates customer data across multiple channels and centrally manages points and coupon programs. Designed for organizations with 1 million to 3 million members, it costs from ¥10 million upfront and ¥2 million per month, with implementation taking as little as 4 months.
Facts
This October
As little as 4 months
For organizations with 1 million to 3 million members
NEC and DFNS sign MOU to realize secure digital asset infrastructure for Japanese financial institutions
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NEC and DFNS signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to realize digital asset infrastructure for Japanese financial institutions. Both companies will consider integrating DFNS's wallet and key management technologies into systems such as NEC's custody system.
Facts
More than 125 years of history
More than 100 blockchains
More than 500 fintech companies and financial institutions
Enjoy the rich flavor of brown sugar in a full-bodied cup during the colder season: "リプトン Black Sugar Oolong Milk Tea" goes on sale nationwide for a limited time starting Nov. 10 (Tuesday)
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森永乳業 will launch "リプトン Black Sugar Oolong Milk Tea," a fall and winter limited-edition blend of brown sugar, oolong tea and milk, nationwide for a limited time starting Nov. 10.
森永乳業 confirms that Bifidobacterium M-63 survives and reaches infants' intestines even under formula preparation conditions of 70°C or higher recommended by 世界保健機関 (WHO)
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森永乳業 confirmed in a clinical study that Bifidobacterium M-63 survives and reaches infants' intestines even under formula preparation conditions of 70°C or higher recommended by WHO, and published the findings in the academic journal "The Journal of Nutrition."
Facts
for more than 50 years
Up to 1 month of age
2 weeks of age
34 healthy full-term newborns
Low-dose group: 500 million CFU/100 g of powdered formula
High-dose group: 5 billion CFU/100 g of powdered formula
Limited-edition message cans from "Kirin Good Ale" deliver everyday cheer from brand leaders including Haruka Ayase
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キリンビール will launch limited-edition message cans of "Kirin Good Ale" starting Nov. 24. The cans feature messages from brand leaders Haruka Ayase, Motoki Ohmori of Mrs. GREEN APPLE, Minami Hamabe and Ryohei Suzuki. The product has achieved milestones including cumulative sales of more than 100 million bottles.
Facts
Cumulative sales have surpassed 100 million bottles※1
Cumulative donations have exceeded ¥56 million※3
To be released nationwide for a limited time starting Nov. 24 (Tuesday)
【栄光リンクスタディ】Online courses for 3rd-year junior high school students aiming for national, Waseda and Keio-affiliated high schools, with preparation for recommendation admissions and past exam questions
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The online cram school EIKOH LiNKSTUDY, operated by 株式会社栄光, offers online courses for 3rd-year junior high school students aiming to enter national, Waseda- and Keio-affiliated high schools, covering preparation for recommendation-based admissions and past exam questions.
Facts
Until January 2027
Through February 2027
Entrance exam questions from the past 8 years
15,400 yen (tax included)
September 2026–January 2027
1 session of 45-minute instruction
13,200 yen (tax included)
¥24,750 (tax included)
September 2026–February 2027
Companies mentioned：株式会社増進会ホールディングス、Ｚ会グループ、株式会社栄光、EIKOH LiNKSTUDY、栄光リンクスタディ、栄光ゼミナール、栄光の個別ビザビ、大学受験ナビオ、アイ・シー・イー幼児教室、Ｚ会エクタス栄光ゼミナール、E-style Produced by栄光ゼミナール
Enjoy with a "ほっともっと" bento! 5 affordable side dishes in the "¥100 (tax included) series," plus new "Colorful Salad with 8 Ingredients" and "Potato Salad"
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株式会社プレナス will launch 5 affordable side dishes in the "¥100 (tax included) series," along with "Colorful Salad with 8 Ingredients" and "Potato Salad," at its takeaway bento chain "ほっともっと" starting Nov. 1.
Get valuable coupons by registering as a new member of the official "やよい軒" app! Get ¥100 off any 1 of 3 popular items, including the fried chicken set meal!
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株式会社プレナス will run a campaign offering a ¥100 discount coupon for 1 item selected from 3 dishes, including the fried chicken set meal, to new members of the official "やよい軒" app from Nov. 2 through Dec. 25, 2026.
One device handles pet hair and odors, and even keeps your cat entertained! New easy-to-maintain "Pet Air Purifier"
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株式会社ニトリ began selling its "Pet Air Purifier" in mid-October 2026. Its large air-intake slits and replaceable pre-filter reduce maintenance, while a HEPA-class collection filter and PET mode deodorize and purify the air. It also features a cat teaser, a scratching pad and a brush to support play for cats. The price is ¥19,900.
New release: "The Washington Game," a strategy for Japan to shine on the world stage, explained by Washington's only Japanese lobbyist
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"The Washington Game," a book by 海野有里, the only Japanese lobbyist in Washington, will be published by 扶桑社. It discusses Japanese companies' investment in the United States and lobbying activities, AI competitiveness, rare-earth supply and other topics.
Facts
There are 12,000 lobbyists in Washington
There are as many as 400 Japanese companies in Texas
He worked on lobbying activities related to U.S. government and congressional trade policies and legislation. After leaving the company in 2024, he continued to be based in Washington, drawing on his experience and network to provide advisory services to Japanese companies and government agencies operating in the United States. This is his debut book. Company website: https://www.pennquarterc.com/home-japanese 【Bibliographic Information】 Title: “The Washington Game” List price: ¥1,155 (tax included) Publisher: 扶桑社 Release date: Monday, November 2, 2026 ISBN: 9784594103040 ■楽天ブックス https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18646357/ ◆Inquiries about this book, including author interviews and articles 株式会社扶桑社, Publicity and PR: senden@fusosha.co.jp
TV anime ONE PIECE designs arrive from Kao’s “Bub”! “Wash away fatigue*1 and head for your next adventure!” with the ONE PIECE crew. On sale in limited quantities from November 7, 2026
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Kao will release limited quantities of TV anime ONE PIECE design products from its medicated bath additive brand “Bub” starting November 7, 2026.
【東京ばな奈】New sweets and goods themed around Zootopia! Celebrating the film’s 10th anniversary
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New sweets and goods commemorating the 10th anniversary of Zootopia are coming from Disney SWEETS COLLECTION by 東京ばな奈, operated by 株式会社グレープストーン. They will be available first at the JR Tokyo Station store from November 6, 2026, and at other stores and online from November 11.
Facts
Celebrating the film’s 10th anniversary
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
7 kinds of goods
4-piece package A
10 pieces
¥1,250
1,550 yen
13,200 yen
2 billion units sold to date
Companies mentioned：株式会社グレープストーン、Disney SWEETS COLLECTION by 東京ばな奈、東京ばな奈、パクとモグ、楽天市場、Yahoo!、SKYTREE SHOP、インテージ、ユーロモニターインターナショナル
トランスコスモス expands the service scope of “trans-scManager” Combining AI and BPO to provide one-stop support from inventory visibility to demand forecasting and shipping instructions
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トランスコスモス has expanded the capabilities of its supply chain support service “trans-scManager” and launched one-stop support combining AI and BPO, from inventory visibility to demand forecasting and shipping instructions.
MBA graduates thriving in vocational schools, education businesses, and universities take the stage. A Vietnam-born graduate discusses MBA learning and its application in education. Online information session to be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026
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Human Academy will hold an online information session on November 8, 2026, featuring graduates of the MBA program at ウェールズ大学トリニティセントデイビッド. A graduate from Vietnam will speak about practical experience in education and career development.
Facts
There were 2,653 new students in the business and MOT fields in academic year 2025
Capsule toys featuring designs from Godzilla films spanning the Showa to Reiwa eras! Name-sticker-style plate charms and mini T-shirt keychains will go on sale at capsule toy vending machines nationwide from late October 2026
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ベネリック株式会社 will release capsule toys featuring designs from Godzilla films across the decades: “Godzilla Name-Sticker-Style Plate Charm” and “Godzilla mini T-Shirt Keychain,” available at capsule toy vending machines nationwide from late October 2026.
【都ホテル 四日市】A limited-time afternoon tea, dinner on the hotel’s top floor, a large Christmas tree in the lobby, and more at the “Christmas Fair”
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株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ will hold a Christmas Fair at 都ホテル 四日市 from November 18 to December 25, 2026. The offerings will include a limited-time afternoon tea, a Christmas dinner on the top floor, Christmas cakes for sale, Christmas decorations throughout the hotel, and special accommodation plans.
【バンタカフェ】“Chura-tama lanterns” bring color to the seaside! “Illumi Banta: Night Lights by the Sea,” an illumination event to enjoy during a warm Okinawan winter, returns this year
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Hoshino Resorts’ バンタカフェ by 星野リゾート will host the winter illumination event “Illumi Banta: Night Lights by the Sea” from December 12, 2026, to February 28, 2027, featuring new “Chura-tama lanterns,” dinner, a market, and more.
Facts
From December 12, 2026
Through February 28, 2027
Price: ¥5,000 for 2 people (tax included)
Companies mentioned：星野リゾート、バンタカフェ by 星野リゾート、オールーグリル by 星野リゾート
Special sponsorship of the “FamilyMart Cup 81st Mainichi Koshien Bowl,” the national championship game in college American football ～Special program to air on “Famima TV,” plus original photo cards for sale～
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株式会社ファミリーマート will serve as title sponsor of the “81st Mainichi Koshien Bowl,” to be held at Hanshin Koshien Stadium on December 20, 2026. To mark the occasion, it will air a special program on “Famima TV” and sell original photo cards through “Famima Print” to build excitement for the tournament.
【ホテルメトロポリタン】“CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL FAIR” at the Orient Express bar, in an authentic setting recreating the luxurious Orient Express train
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A champagne cocktail fair will be held at the Orient Express bar at ホテルメトロポリタン starting November 2, 2026. The bar will serve 3 cocktails made with ポメリー Brut Royal.
Opens this weekend! The third installment of event news themed around retro coffee shops, in collaboration with TV Osaka’s “片っ端から喫茶店.” A variety of goods from long-established coffee shops, plus popular menu items to take home!
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A retro coffee shop-themed exhibition and sales event in collaboration with TV Osaka’s program “片っ端から喫茶店” will be held at Namba Parks Museum starting October 30, 2026. The event will feature goods from long-established coffee shops in Kansai, daily menu items for sale, workshops, and more.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Held over 5 days
1,500 yen
1,200 yen
Companies mentioned：テレビ大阪株式会社、株式会社NANKAI、東京喫茶店研究所、千日前道具屋筋商店街振興組合、フクシマガリレイ株式会社、南海電鉄、地下鉄御堂筋線、地下鉄千日前線、アソビュー！、楽天トラベル、カフェ英國屋、喫茶ソワレ、喫茶ルプラ、喫茶サンシャイン、純喫茶アメリカン、喫茶マヅラ、King of Kings、アラビヤコーヒー、珈琲館ロックヴィラ、西洋茶館、丸福珈琲店、千日前道具屋筋商店街「デザインポケット」、千日前道具屋筋商店街「Domolabo co.,ltd」
【GLOBAL WORK】The brand’s debut mook goes on sale Tuesday, October 27!
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GLOBAL WORK, a brand of 株式会社アダストリア, will release its debut brand mook through Takarajimasha on October 27, 2026. The bonus item is a multi-shoulder bag produced by store staff.
This is the pinnacle of the short story collection: the cover and obi for Miura Shion’s "Songs Heard from the South," publishing Nov. 18, vividly capture the world of the work.
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株式会社新潮社 has unveiled the cover and obi for "Songs Heard from the South," a short story collection by 三浦しをん. The cover features 村上早’s woodblock print "Flying Knife," with 仁木順平 as designer. Publication is set for Nov. 18, at a list price of 1,950 yen.
A sequel to the 三島由紀夫賞-winning "The Countess," arriving after 10 years! Hasumi Shigehiko’s "The Story of Jiro" set for publication on Thursday, Nov. 26!
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"The Story of Jiro," a novel-length sequel to 蓮實重彦’s "The Countess," will be published by 株式会社新潮社 on Nov. 26, 2026.
AWA launches "ABEMA MUSIC by AWA," a sister app under the "ABEMA" brand, aiming to be students’ first music subscription service
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AWA株式会社 will launch its sister app "ABEMA MUSIC by AWA," under the ABEMA brand and aimed at being students’ first music subscription service, on Oct. 27, 2026. It will offer a student plan for 480 yen per month and run a campaign tied to "Today, I Fell in Love."
Shogo Kariyazaki to create an ikebana work at Nagoya City tangible cultural property and important scenic structure 文化のみち橦木館; second installment of the "Taking on Historic Buildings" series announced
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"The World of Ikebana Artist Shogo Kariyazaki at 文化のみち橦木館," a solo exhibition by ikebana artist 假屋崎省吾, will be held from Nov. 26 to Dec. 7, 2026, at the tangible cultural property 文化のみち橦木館 in Higashi Ward, Nagoya. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ.
Extended due to popular demand: Eat, stay and support Chiba! Accommodation plan and limited-edition sweets supporting disaster recovery on sale through March 22, 2027
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ホテルニューオータニ幕張 is extending sales of its accommodation plan and limited-edition sweets, offered to support areas affected by the August 2026 Chiba torrential rains and Typhoon No. 25, through March 22, 2027.
New boss character Tank Man revealed for "Mega Man: Dual Override"!
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The new boss character Tank Man for "Mega Man: Dual Override" was revealed at Paris Games Week. The game is scheduled for release in spring 2027, and a series sale is currently underway.
[JAF Kanagawa] A fall outing to experience legends and nature’s bounty: drive course unveiled for enjoying the autumnal Ashigara area with pets
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The Kanagawa branch of 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟 (JAF) has unveiled a drive course in Kanagawa Prefecture’s Ashigara area that can be enjoyed with pets. It is also running the "Discover Local Attractions! Drive Course Voting Campaign" through Nov. 23.
A quick guide to AI terms that helps you grasp “what does this mean?”: "A Deep Dive in 3 Lines! An AI Glossary for the Workplace" to be released Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
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株式会社インプレス will release "A Deep Dive in 3 Lines! An AI Glossary for the Workplace," which explains generative AI terms in 3 lines, on Oct. 27, 2026.
リットーミュージック’s "Rhythm & Drums Magazine" cap returns! Reservations for the RHYTHM embroidered cap open for a limited time on "Drum Day"
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The "RHYTHM embroidered cap," part of 株式会社リットーミュージック’s "Rhythm & Drums Magazine" collection, will be available again for a limited time on Oct. 10, 2026, to mark "Drum Day" at pTa.shop, operated by 株式会社ICE.
New Asiatic black bear items arrive in 山と溪谷社’s "Hunting Life"! 2 original-logo items, a T-shirt and sweatshirt, now on sale
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A T-shirt and sweatshirt featuring a logo design depicting an Asiatic black bear will go on sale from Oct. 16, 2026, as a new collection for 山と溪谷社’s magazine "Hunting Life" at pTa.shop, operated by 株式会社ICE.
A story spanning 19 years reaches its conclusion! Final 21st volume of the Dengeki Comics series "A Certain Scientific Railgun," a spin-off of "A Certain Magical Index," to be released Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
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株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will release the final 21st volume of the popular manga "A Certain Scientific Railgun," which began serialization in 2007, on Oct. 27, 2026. The volume concludes a story spanning 19 years, and production of the TV anime’s 4th season has also been confirmed.
A heart-fluttering battle of wills between a calculating, cute actor and a cool, aloof childcare worker! "This Isn’t Fan Service!" to be released Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
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株式会社KADOKAWA will release the manga “This Isn’t Fan Service!” on Oct. 27, 2026.
Middle school students break through the “¥10,000 barrier”? Christmas gift and New Year’s gift budgets by age
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According to a survey conducted by ヨメルバ, operated by 株式会社KADOKAWA, budgets of ¥10,000 or more were the most common for Christmas presents for middle school students, suggesting a trend of breaking through the “¥10,000 barrier.” Cash was the most common form of New Year’s gift, while more than half of upper elementary school students received gifts in the ¥3,000–¥5,000 range.
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659 valid responses
The ¥10,000–¥15,000 range ranked first among middle school students, at 34.4%
“Cash” accounted for 90.9% of New Year’s gifts given
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