Oneness Foundation promotes multi-agency cooperation to prevent reoffending; 26 organizations and 41 people attend the 12th training session of あしかプロジェクト
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あしかプロジェクト, whose secretariat is run by 一般財団法人ワンネス財団, held its 12th training session in Nara City on Oct. 1, 2026, bringing together 26 organizations and 41 people to promote multi-agency cooperation to prevent reoffending.
Event report: “For home builders nationwide: More than 260,000 copies of books published to date! 市村塾’s Ichimura reveals how to create construction sites that avoid lawsuits, drawing on 360 consultations resolved annually” held on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
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一般社団法人日本優良ビルダー普及協会 (JGBA) held an online seminar on Oct. 15, 2026, on “How to Create Construction Sites That Avoid Lawsuits,” with 38 participants. 市村崇, head of 市村塾, discussed preventing construction defects, addressing client psychology in the age of social media and AI, and checkpoints for third-party inspectors.
Yamazaki Jitsugyo new product announcement: New products are now available, including a sealed dashi stocker with a valve and an easy-to-install dispenser rack.
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山崎実業株式会社 announces the release of new products: a sealed dashi stocker with a valve, minimalist reservation plates (Tower/Mini), and a dispenser rack for toilets.
Recruiting volunteers for FY Reiwa 9 at 奈良県立万葉文化館, 奈良県!
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奈良県立万葉文化館 is recruiting volunteers for FY Reiwa 9. Duties include explaining exhibits and assisting with events. The term is 1 year, with approximately 20–30 volunteers to be recruited. Information is provided on pre-service training and the application deadline (Dec. 11).
Event report: “ライフデザイン・カバヤ site visit in Okayama” held on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026!
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一般社団法人日本優良ビルダー普及協会 (JGBA) held a “ライフデザイン・カバヤ site visit” in Okayama Prefecture on Oct. 8, 2026, with 46 participants. The company explained its model home using cross-laminated timber (CLT) and its earthquake-resistant technology.
For corporate parties and year-end/New Year gatherings in Okinawa: ラグナガーデンホテル offers 3 banquet plans
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ラグナガーデンホテル is offering 3 limited-time plans for corporate parties and year-end/New Year gatherings from Nov. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027. Available for groups of 25 or more, the plans include shared-plate meals or buffets, as well as perks based on group size and weekday discounts.
Pearl Abyss’s Crimson Desert Enhanced nominated for “Ultimate Game of the Year” at the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
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株式会社Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert Enhanced has been nominated for “Ultimate Game of the Year” at the Golden Joystick Awards 2026. The game ranked 2nd in U.S. sales rankings and 1st in Steam sales rankings.
Facts
Now in its 44th year
Golden Joystick Awards 2026
Following 2 category nominations
Founded in 1983
Marking its 44th edition
On Oct. 26, 2026, local time
Through October 31, 2026
On Nov. 11, 2026
Ranked 2nd
Ranked 1st (according to global market analysis firm Alinea Analytics)
November event with Q&A: Free online seminar on “Stress Check Response Manual” for workplaces with fewer than 50 employees
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株式会社情報基盤開発 will hold webinars on stress check responses for workplaces with fewer than 50 employees on Nov. 10 and 17, explaining preparations and risks ahead of the requirement taking effect in April 2028.
Original全員10代の日本人5人組ボーイズグループ・VIBY、ファンクラブイベント『VIBY PARTY with TOMO』を開催！「手紙を書くのはデビュー以来」19歳を迎えたRENKIが語ったファンへの想い
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Rii.MJ boy band VIBY held the fan club-exclusive event “VIBY PARTY with TOMO” on Oct. 24. The group celebrated member RENKI’s 19th birthday and announced a new song release and release events in 6 cities nationwide.
ウェルネス・コミュニケーションズ and ベルシステム24 make joint investment to acquire a stake in ティーペック, a major provider of EAP and specialist doctor referrals
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ウェルネス・コミュニケーションズ and ベルシステム24 agreed to jointly acquire more than a majority of ティーペック’s shares and promote its medical and health issue resolution services, including EAP and specialist doctor referrals.
フジテコム presents technologies and initiatives supporting water infrastructure response during disasters at “Regional × Tech Kansai”
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フジテコム株式会社 will exhibit at the 5th Regional × Tech Kansai, a trade show for local governments to be held in Kyoto on Nov. 12 and 13, 2026. It will present its water service restoration support activities following the Kumamoto earthquake and examples of the cloud-based IoT remote leak monitoring system “LeakNetz Cellular.”
南海電鉄 will hold promotional events with 九度山町 aboard “GRAN TENGU” on Nov. 1 and 7, with the Kishu Kudoyama Sanada Warriors distributing Fuyu persimmons and introducing the grand harvest festival.
ウェルネス・コミュニケーションズ and ベルシステム24 make joint investment to acquire a stake in the major EAP and specialist referral provider ティーペック
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ウェルネス・コミュニケーションズ and ベルシステム24ホールディングス are making a joint investment in ティーペック, which provides EAP and specialist doctor referrals, and will begin jointly advancing services to address medical and health issues.
Facts
Joint acquisition of more than a majority of the shares
The “Shibuya Smart Drinking Project” at Year 5: Looking Back and Taking on New Challenges — How Can We Change the 49% Who Say It’s “Not Fun”? Z Generation Ideas from an Industry-Academia Collaboration and a New Tasting Experience Using Brainwaves
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一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン will hold “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026” with 渋谷区 from Nov. 2 to 8, 2026, welcoming アサヒビール株式会社 and スマドリ株式会社 as partners. The program will look back on Year 5 of the “Shibuya Smart Drinking Project,” feature ideas from Generation Z, and offer a tasting experience using brainwaves.
NetSuite advances efforts to realize its vision for an autonomous suite
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Oracle NetSuite announced “NetSuite Next,” new AI features aimed at realizing its vision for an autonomous suite. These include “AI Workspaces,” “AI Portlets,” “SuiteSkills” and industry-specific agents to support business automation and efficiency.
Popular restaurants showcase new appeal of mature hens! “Oya Chiki®” menu fair to be held at 16 restaurants in Tokyo and Kanagawa from Tuesday, Oct. 27
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株式会社ぐるなび and 株式会社八千代ポートリー will hold a menu fair at 16 restaurants in Tokyo and Kanagawa from Oct. 27 to Nov. 27, 2026, to showcase the appeal of their food-service product “Oya Chiki®.”
クリスチャン・ディオール has unveiled its “Winter Resort” capsule collection. The children’s clothing, inspired by the Alps, features technical fabrics and designs such as four-leaf clovers, and is available at boutiques nationwide and online.
【Follow and repost to enter】QR and barcode reader “Iconit” to give away 2,000-yen Amazon gift cards to 13 winners! Halloween campaign launches
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株式会社メディアシーク will run a Halloween campaign on the official X account for its QR and barcode reader app “Iconit,” giving Amazon gift cards worth 2,000 yen to 13 entrants.
Limited-time collaboration menu offering a taste of the world of director Mamoru Hosoda’s works, centered on “Summer Wars,” now available
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一般社団法人ナレッジキャピタル and 株式会社KMO will offer a limited-time collaboration menu at “CAFE Lab.” in the North Building of Grand Front Osaka, in conjunction with the exhibition “The Origins of Mamoru Hosoda.”
Facts
8 “The Origins of Mamoru Hosoda” collaboration menu items
Attracted 250,000 visitors at the Tokyo venue
Starting tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 28
Through Monday, Jan. 4, 2027
OZ Avatar Cappuccino 990 yen
Makoto and Chiaki’s Sunset Orange Mango Tea 1,430 yen
Jinnouchi family veranda: spaghetti with corn and butter-soy sauce 1,760 yen
Jinnouchi family “Unity” summer vegetable curry plate 1,650 yen
Hana’s homemade potage — Bounty of the fields — 1,320 yen
A gift from Makoto — peaches and pudding delivered across time — 1,540 yen
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人ナレッジキャピタル、株式会社KMO、CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO、ア・ファクトリー、絵映舎、TERRADA ART ASSIST、メディコス・エンタテインメント、読売テレビ、キョードー関西、FM802、FM COCOLO、イタリア・イリー社、The Asahi Shimbun
DPVR to unveil new VR headset and “DPVR AURA” AI glasses with optical waveguide technology for the first time at XR Kaigi 2026
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DPVR will unveil a new 6DoF all-in-one VR headset and “DPVR AURA” AI glasses with optical waveguide technology at the XR Kaigi 2026 Expo, to be held on Dec. 1 and 2, 2026. It will also exhibit existing products, including P1 Max and the G series, and offer technical consultations on OEM development, mass production and SDK integration.
Facts
Original2026年12月1日（火）・2日（水）
6DoF all-in-one VR
Established in 2015
Consultations available for orders starting at 100 units
【New Feature】FANTS launches a “quiz feature” to check comprehension after each lesson in a course. It can also be used for certification and accreditation courses offered by associations and companies.
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株式会社スタジアム launched a “quiz feature” on October 26, 2026, for its creator-focused business platform FANTS, allowing users to check comprehension after each lesson in a course. The feature adds options for creating multiple-choice tests using images, videos, and audio, as well as a “course analytics” feature for tracking course participation and correct-answer rates.
Facts
Available starting Monday, October 26, 2026
Launched the “course feature” in April 2025
Provides operational support to more than 600 communities
【For HR and education professionals】Recovering the past while envisioning the future! “Career Transition” training to help employees navigate turning points, to be held on 11/11
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TAC株式会社 will hold “Career Transition” training to help employees navigate turning points on November 11, 2026.
“-196 (Ichikyuroku) Fruit of the Future <Thinned Apples>” launched for a limited time
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Suntory will launch “-196 Fruit of the Future <Thinned Apples>,” a limited-time product made with thinned apples from its -196 brand, nationwide starting November 17.
WARC signs capital and business alliance agreement with IAIC, which specializes in accounting and internal control support for overseas projects
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株式会社WARC has formed a capital and business alliance with 株式会社IAIC, a specialist firm in accounting and internal controls, to strengthen its global accounting and governance support structure, including for overseas projects.
【岡山大学】FY Reiwa 8 Okayama University Young Staff Seminar holds its 2nd lecture: Learning how to embrace trends at universities
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国立大学法人岡山大学 held the 2nd lecture of its FY Reiwa 8 Young Staff Seminar at KIBINOVE on the Tsushima Campus, where 12 young staff members learned how to embrace trends.
“Suntory Premium Highball Yamazaki <Deep Flavor with Mizunara Aroma> 350 ml Can” launches in limited quantities
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Suntory will launch the “Suntory Premium Highball Yamazaki <Deep Flavor with Mizunara Aroma> 350 ml Can,” made with spirits from the Yamazaki Distillery, in limited quantities starting December 22.
富士通 offers a solution to help companies enhance their cyber defense capabilities
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富士通 has begun offering a solution to help companies enhance their cyber defense capabilities. The solution combines existing security services, such as ASM and CTI, with practical expertise gained through Customer Zero practices, providing support across a continuous cycle from identifying risks to visualizing the implementation status of countermeasures. With the Cyber Security Nerve Center, established on October 1, 2026, at its core, the company plans to enhance its services, including AI-powered response support and vulnerability assessments.
TABILMO, a booking site specializing in entire-property rentals, holds the <Year-End Early-Bird Campaign 2026>
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株式会社タビルモ is holding the “Year-End Early-Bird Campaign 2026” on its entire-property rental booking site TABILMO. Everyone who books a year-end stay (check-in from December 26–31) between October 27 and November 23, 2026, will receive an Amazon gift card.
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Amazon gift cards worth up to 10,000 yen
Reservations of 100,000 yen (tax included) or more
Reservations of 99,999 yen (tax included) or less: 5,000 yen cashback
A seasonal financier made with 2 types of chocolate and praline almonds is now available for a limited time from Ivorish(アイボリッシュ) and is proving popular!
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“French Toast Financier Chocolate & Almond,” a seasonal limited-edition product made with 2 types of chocolate and praline almonds, is now available from Ivorish(アイボリッシュ), operated by 株式会社九十九島グループ.
Notice regarding the introduction of a shareholder benefit program featuring pure gold
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OriginalTHE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社は、2026年10月27日の取締役会で、100％子会社である日本純金行株式会社の純金製品を優待品とする株主優待制度の導入を決議した。対象は2027年1月31日時点で3,000株以上保有する株主で、抽選により総額16.0百万円の純金製品が贈呈され、全株主向けにも割引販売が行われる。
Facts
Total value: 16.0 million yen (selling price, tax included)
A total of 1,103 shareholders
Holds at least 3,000 shares of the company (30 trading units)
5% off the selling price (tax included)
Companies mentioned：THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社、日本純金行株式会社
ソラミツCBDC begins on-site research in Bangladesh on the use of digital currency
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ソラミツCBDC has begun on-site research in Bangladesh, aiming to decarbonize agriculture and promote financial inclusion through the use of a central bank digital currency (CBDC). Based on a joint project with Ryobi Systems, the initiative will explore a model for certifying emissions reductions achieved through AWD farming as carbon credits and returning the value to farmers in digital currency.
ウエルコミ, a community activity hub in 市原市, Chiba Prefecture, has won the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Minister’s Award in the ministry’s FY Reiwa 8 Regional Development Awards. A commemorative event will be held on November 29.
千葉経済大学附属高等学校 students to hold a sales practicum at Perie Chiba
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Third-year commercial studies students at 千葉経済大学附属高等学校 will hold a sales practicum on November 3 at Perie Chiba, a shopping complex directly connected to JR Chiba Station. This year, a record 12 student-run companies will set up stalls and sell products developed in collaboration with local businesses.
Facts
12 student-run companies
Nov. 3 (Tue, holiday)
11：00～15：00
Companies mentioned：株式会社千葉ステーションビル、千葉経済大学附属高等学校、株式会社 freesia、株式会社ASH GARDEN、株式会社 clover、きたがわベーカリー、株式会社 しあわせの宅急便、BOULANGER、株式会社 UKIRAKI、La ai mama kitchen、株式会社 ダウナット、Lillemillefy、株式会社 Re fruit、bundbakery、株式会社 食共創、有限会社べビブレ、株式会社 Lieny、ロック製菓株式会社、株式会社 CKセーフティー、清水食品株式会社、ＪＡ千葉、株式会社 ひまわり、パティスリーリコ、株式会社 Connevia、シフォンケーキショップ、株式会社 LUMINA、株式会社Tsuna-can
Skincare brand “CHRISTINA” opens its first location in the Tokai region. “CHRISTINA HOUSE NAGOYA” grand opening on Saturday, November 7, 2026
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株式会社CHRISTINA JAPAN announced that it will open “CHRISTINA HOUSE NAGOYA,” a directly operated store for the Israeli skincare brand “CHRISTINA,” in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on November 7, 2026. This will be the brand’s 3rd store, following locations in Tokyo and Osaka, and its first in the Tokai region.
Facts
The 3rd store, following locations in Tokyo and Osaka
ATTACHMENT to hold a limited-time POP-UP STORE at 大丸神戸店
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ATTACHMENT will hold a limited-time POP-UP STORE at 大丸神戸店's 6th floor from October 28 to November 10, 2026. The event will showcase and sell the latest collections, limited-edition products, the 《IVALO》 collaboration boots with TARVAS, VEIN, and more.
Precisely because this is an era when generative AI can create games, these are the fundamentals we want to have ingrained in us.
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The 4th edition of Game Engine Architecture, supervised by Jason Gregory, will be released in two volumes, upper and lower, by 株式会社ボーンデジタル on December 28, 2026. The price is 7,000 yen per volume (excluding tax).
In a self-governing society, trust that can be proven. 株式会社ChoiceProof announces its proprietary theory of “proof of execution,” a social foundation for the AI and robotics era
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株式会社ChoiceProof has announced its proprietary theory of “proof of execution,” a social foundation for the AI and robotics era. The company uses mathematical models to calculate the reliability of execution and the cost of verification. Following the completion of a PoC with a petrochemical company, it is advancing into enterprise fields such as finance and automotive, where high reliability is required.
Notice and apology regarding the potential leakage of our customer information following unauthorized access at ユミルリンク株式会社
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宣伝会議 announced and apologized that unauthorized access had occurred at its contractor ユミルリンク, potentially resulting in the leakage of customer information.
From Conversation to Completion. Bringing every conversation into the future: Zoom to host “Zoomtopia ON THE ROAD JAPAN 2026” on November 5
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ZVC JAPAN株式会社 will hold the Zoom-hosted event “Zoomtopia ON THE ROAD JAPAN 2026” in Chuo Ward, Tokyo, on November 5, 2026. The event will introduce AI innovation and corporate use cases, with speakers from companies including B.LEAGUE and トヨタアルバルク東京.
香港政府観光局 announces “Hong Kong Good Take,” a new guide to exploring the world of film
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香港政府観光局 launched “Hong Kong Good Take” on October 21, 2026, a new guide featuring filming locations from movies and dramas. It covers locations from 50 productions at more than 100 sites. Model itineraries on the official website and guided experience programs developed in partnership with industry players are also planned.
Tenyi conducts survey on AI and DX adoption at dental clinics: just 23% use AI for work, while 75% intend to adopt it
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株式会社Tenyi announced the results of a survey on AI and DX adoption among 110 people at dental clinics nationwide. While AI is used for work at just 23% of clinics, 75.3% of clinics that have not yet adopted it said they intend to do so. “Lack of information” and “lack of a clear vision for how to use it” were cited as barriers to adoption. “Document preparation” and “staff training” ranked among the tasks clinics most want to streamline, pointing to demand for AI as a way to address staffing challenges.
The pinnacle of Scotch whisky, ザ・マッカラン, to hold a limited-time holiday pop-up store at 大丸東京店
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ザ・マッカラン will hold a limited-time holiday pop-up store at 大丸東京店 from November 25 to December 1, 2026, selling the new product “The Macallan A Night on Earth - The First Light” and offering an engraving service.
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7 days
Nov. 25, 2026
Dec. 1
Alcohol content: 43%
Suggested retail price: 20,900 yen
1824
Having stood for more than 200 years
A vast 485-acre estate
Companies mentioned：ザ・マッカラン、大丸東京店、サントリー 株式会社、株式会社TFC、Edrington Group Limited、Edrington
Notice regarding the acquisition of shares in 株式会社アルファスト
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エクシオグループ株式会社 has signed a share transfer agreement for 株式会社アルファスト and will make it a consolidated subsidiary, with the aim of growing and adding value to its system solutions business.
Facts
Capital: 20,000,000 yen
Date established: May 13, 2016
Companies mentioned：エクシオグループ株式会社、株式会社アルファスト、Alphast Thailand Co., Ltd.、Alphast America Inc.
[Ehime, Matsuyama] Art Real Estate sponsors and exhibits as an official sponsor at “GREEN DAYS Matsuyama vol.4,” organized by partner company BASEGROUP!
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株式会社アート不動産, based in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, sponsored and exhibited at the market event “GREEN DAYS Matsuyama vol.4,” organized by BASEGROUP, and held the “Guess the Exact 200g Challenge.”
[Partnership begins Oct. 27] FourWay teams up with radio station 金沢シーサイドFM to boost author exposure through publishing and radio
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株式会社フォーウェイ will begin a partnership on October 27, 2026, with 株式会社Heart Station, operator of 金沢シーサイドFM, providing publishing clients with book promotion support through radio appearances.
Bluefield Energy begins support for power procedures required to launch grid-scale battery storage facilities
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Following its group company BFパワー's completion of retail electricity provider registration, Bluefield Energy has established an in-house system to provide end-to-end support for the power generation adjustment supply and connection supply contracts required to launch grid-scale battery storage facilities.
株式会社HA-LU has planned and produced “The Gals’ Comeback,” a vertical short-drama series for the learning academy 坪田塾, operated by 株式会社NEXT EDUCATION. Streaming begins October 27, 2026.
November 15 is Kamaboko Day! Fish Protein Instagram campaign: Follow and like for a chance to win a popular product assortment for 20 people
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株式会社かね貞 will hold a campaign on its official Instagram to give away a bundle of popular products to 20 winners in conjunction with Kamaboko Day on Nov. 15.
Promoting repowering and co-location of battery storage at FIP-converted solar power plants
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株式会社サンヴィレッジ is proceeding with repowering FIP-converted solar power facilities and installing battery storage at the Minagawa-Jonai Power Plant in Tochigi City, owned by its group company 合同会社TKM. Completion is scheduled for March 2027. The company aims to improve profitability by increasing DC capacity and installing a battery storage system using ダイヘン PCS units and CATL batteries.
500 lanterns to light up the night sky over Matsusaka Keirin
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株式会社JPF will hold “Kirakira Ring Night ~Matsusaka Lantern Festival~” on Nov. 1, 2026, at Matsusaka Velodrome, which it operates under contract with Matsusaka City. The event will feature the launch of 500 lanterns, performances and a gourmet festival.
3 high school athletes with world championship gold medals named “TOKYO Junior Sports Ambassadors”!
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公益財団法人全日本空手道連盟 announced that 3 athletes from 八雲学園高校—Nanami Matsuda, Reika Sugino and Aisumi Nishizuka—have been named “TOKYO Junior Sports Ambassadors” after winning gold medals at the World Cadet, Junior & U-21 Karate Championships.
Facts
3 athletes
October 2026
14th World Cadet, Junior & U-21 Karate Championships
Hakuto to provide technical support for “Disaster Prevention Smart Pole” demonstration in Ichinomiya, Chiba Prefecture
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伯東株式会社 will take part in a demonstration of “Disaster Prevention Smart Poles” conducted by Ichinomiya Town, Chiba Prefecture, and DX通信株式会社, providing technical support. Using the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System “Michibiki,” the trial will assess the effectiveness of tsunami warning transmission at Tsurigasaki Beach starting in late October 2026.
Facts
Demonstration begins: late October 2026
Verification period: through the end of December 2026
【株式会社アセンド】RecACE plus, which centralizes call recording, AI transcription and summarization, to be exhibited at the “DX and AI Autumn Solution Fair in Sendai” hosted by Otsuka Corporation
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株式会社アセンド will exhibit at the “DX and AI Autumn Solution Fair in Sendai,” hosted by Otsuka Corporation, and introduce its cloud service “RecACE plus,” which handles everything from call recording to AI transcription and summarization.
株式会社スタイルポート marked its 10th anniversary with an event on Oct. 14, 2026. About 120 people attended, and the company reported on the track record of product deployments, including ROOV, and its outlook.
株式会社スカイマティクス said its technology using SAR satellite interferometry analysis was selected in 国土交通省’s public call for technologies to detect underground road cavities and cave-in risks.
Co-op event between cozy social games “The Mysterious Forest Bread Workshop” and “Chokotto Farm”
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コムシード株式会社 will hold a collaborative event between its social game “The Mysterious Forest Bread Workshop” and 株式会社スマイルラボ’s “Chokotto Farm” from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10, 2026.
Uravation releases “Local LLM In-House Deployment Checklist, October 2026 Edition” for free. The fillable Excel sheet sets out 30 items to check before using a local LLM tested personally at work
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株式会社Uravation has released for free its “Local LLM In-House Deployment Checklist, October 2026 Edition,” designed to help users check a local LLM they have tested personally before deploying it at their company. It includes a fillable Excel sheet covering 30 items and explanations, and supports equipment selection, license checks and the development of internal policies.
Apology and notice regarding customer information leaked following unauthorized access to our “OWNLY” service
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スマートシェア株式会社 announced an apology and measures to prevent a recurrence after unauthorized access to its SNS campaign tool “OWNLY” resulted in the leakage of participant information from 3 campaigns related to モスバーガー, affecting a total of 14,034 records.
Store Operators Club to hold Nagoya networking event on Nov. 11, exchanging store management experience
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The Store Operators Club, run by 店舗情報サービス株式会社, will hold an in-person networking event in Nagoya on Nov. 11, 2026, to share management experience in areas such as customer acquisition and hiring.
Food media outlet “Nadia” and TOKYO FM team up! 2 Nadia Artists create recipes using ingredients from Gunma Prefecture and promote their appeal across multiple media
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The cooking media outlet “Nadia” and TOKYO FM have partnered to raise awareness of and expand consumption of ingredients from Gunma Prefecture. Nadia Artists AKIHO and RINATY shared recipes. RINATY also appeared on TOKYO FM’s “Blue Ocean” on Oct. 27, highlighting the appeal of Gunma’s agricultural and livestock products.
Facts
More than 940,000 Instagram followers
A meal plan that saves 3,500 yen a week
2 sessions: 10/20 (Tue.) and 10/27 (Tue.)
We currently serve 20 million people per month
More than 1,100 culinary professionals
Reaching a combined total of approximately 8,500万人
NJSS and 調達インフォ strengthen two-way information sharing between the public and private sectors
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株式会社うるる has strengthened the partnership between its bid information service NJSS and 調達インフォ, a service for public-sector employees, and launched a new “Bid-Winning Results PR” feature that enables private companies to share their bid-winning track records and initiatives with national and local governments.
Facts
More than 9,000 ordering organizations nationwide
More than 2.9 million bid notices annually
More than 21 million bid-award records to date
Used by procurement staff at approximately 1,200 organizations
A new fragrance tea lovers won't want to miss! A refreshing bergamot Earl Grey scent joins popular series mercyu’s “Tea Collection”♪
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A new bergamot-scented Earl Grey fragrance from the “Tea Collection” by mercyu, the fragrance brand developed by ライフオンプロダクツ株式会社, will go on sale on Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
Available starting Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Available in 2 sizes: 480 ml and 180 ml
Price: ¥2,178 (tax included)
Price: 3,520 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：ライフオンプロダクツ株式会社、mercyu、Life on Products
[APAMAN] From whole-pumpkin gratin to 40 cm churros! 10 gourmet offerings at the Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 in Shin-Toyosu
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APAMAN株式会社 introduces 10 food, dessert and drink offerings available at the “Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 in Shin-Toyosu,” organized by the Tokyo Christmas Market Executive Committee. The event runs from Nov. 20 to Dec. 25, 2026.
Facts
10 food, dessert and drink offerings
40 cm long
[36 days]
Weekdays: 1,000 yen
1,500 yen on weekends and holidays
Children (elementary school students): 500 yen
Adults (junior high school students and older): 2,000 yen
“History Speaks: Economic Security — What Have Our Forebears Protected?” on sale Oct. 27
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株式会社ワニブックス published Koji Hirai’s “History Speaks: Economic Security — What Have Our Forebears Protected?” on Oct. 27, 2026. The book explains the importance of economic security in protecting vital national assets such as food and semiconductors, drawing on historical examples.
オラクル launches setup and configuration capabilities for Fusion Applications that support AI agents, helping accelerate implementation
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オラクル announced the Oracle Fusion Setup and Configuration Registry (FSCR), a public Git repository that AI agents can read and execute in a machine-readable format. By automating setup and configuration for Fusion Applications, it helps accelerate implementation.
[Companies invited to participate!] Kanagawa Prefecture’s Practical Japanese Language Course for Foreign Employees
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Applications are open to companies for a practical Japanese language course for foreign employees organized by Kanagawa Prefecture. The course will be held online in the evenings from late November 2026 to mid-February 2027, with no tuition fee.
FRONTEO and 大塚製薬 launch joint project to identify drug discovery targets in the renal field
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株式会社FRONTEO and 大塚製薬 have launched a joint project to identify drug discovery targets in the renal field using the AI drug discovery support service “Drug Discovery AI Factory.”
ガイアックス [Special feature] Video released for IR seminar for individual investors: “Young Leaders Discuss ガイアックス 10 Years from Now”
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株式会社ガイアックス has released a video and event report for the special feature of its IR seminar for individual investors, “Young Leaders Discuss ガイアックス 10 Years from Now,” held on Sept. 24, 2026. They are available on the company’s official YouTube channel and blog.
Facts
3 young leaders who will shape the next generation of our company
[埼玉県] Nov. 14 is Prefectural Citizens’ Day: Rediscover Saitama’s appeal with special events again this year!
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To mark Prefectural Citizens’ Day on Nov. 14, 埼玉県 will offer free-ride tickets from 5 railway companies in the prefecture and admission discounts at approximately 70 facilities. Events will also include a birthday celebration for Saitamacchi, a local products fair and an awards ceremony.
Facts
Nov. 14
5 railway companies in the prefecture
Adults: 580 yen
Children: 290 yen
Adults: ¥500
Children: 200 yen
Adults: ¥1,000
Adults: 1,200 yen
Children: ¥500
Adults: 480 yen
Children: 240 yen
Approximately 70 locations
Oct. 27 (Tuesday)
4 questions in total
From 14:30
Original16時00分～
Reiwa 8, Nov. 12 (Thursday)
15th (Sunday)
Original10時00分～
Original20時00分
Original13時00分より販売開始
Original17時00分販売終了
Original12時00分
Sainokuni Meritorious Service Award (20 recipients)
Governor’s Award (for contributions to local government and other achievements, 142 recipients
[埼玉県] November is 埼玉県’s Local Production for Local Consumption Month! — Locally grown, delicious Saitama produce —
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埼玉県 has designated November as 埼玉県’s Local Production for Local Consumption Month and is promoting locally grown agricultural products under the slogan “Locally grown, delicious Saitama produce.” Key initiatives include the 2026 Sainokuni Food, Agriculture and Forestry Dream Festa, a fair in cooperation with JAグループさいたま, an Instagram campaign, special menus at restaurants and agricultural festivals in municipalities across the prefecture.
New comic essay [A must-read for Java sparrow lovers!] “What feelings are hidden behind those behaviors?” An observational report on life with beloved Java sparrows
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株式会社主婦と生活社 published the comic essay “Observation Report: Everyone Is Different, Everyone Is a Java Sparrow,” by BIRDSTORY, on Oct. 23. The book depicts the distinctive daily lives of 4 Java sparrows and 1 parakeet.
[Hankyu Men’s Osaka] Pop-up event celebrates 80th anniversary of domestic coat specialist SANYOCOAT. Collaboration with メゾンミハラヤスヒロ also featured.
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SANYOCOAT, 三陽商会’s domestic coat specialist brand, will hold a pop-up event at Hankyu Men’s Osaka from Nov. 4 to 10, 2026, to mark the brand’s 80th anniversary.
“GROTESQQQUE -Grotesque-” Exhibition to Be Held at Shibuya PARCO!
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株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント and 株式会社パルコ will hold an exhibition at Shibuya PARCO from Nov. 6 to 16, 2026, to coincide with the release of director Atsushi Nishigori’s original animated film “GROTESQQQUE-Grotesque-”.
ハンコックタイヤ bolsters global brand presence through “Ballon d’Or” sponsorship
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ハンコックタイヤ is sponsoring the Ballon d’Or for the 3rd consecutive year in 2026 as an official sponsor, strengthening its global brand presence through partnerships with UEFA Europa League and ボルシア・ドルトムント, among others.
Facts
Continuing since 2024
It will mark the 3rd consecutive year of sponsorship in 2026
3 consecutive years of sponsorship
The 2026 awards ceremony
Marking the milestone of its 70th anniversary
Was held in London, UK, on Oct. 26
Founded in 1956 by the French soccer magazine France Football
Has maintained its partnership with UEFA Europa League since 2012
It also supports UEFA Europa Conference League, founded in 2021
株式会社CoeNova launches device bundle sales for its “SokuMoba” communications service
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株式会社CoeNova began selling device bundles featuring refurbished iPhone SE (2nd generation) through its “SokuMoba” communications service on Oct. 9, 2026.
Your favorite music and the excitement of live shows, all on one card. CoDaMa社 announces “mimi/Le ARTIST CARD,” an artist-focused card for enjoying music and video
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株式会社CoDaMa announced it will launch “mimi/Le ARTIST CARD,” a series of artist-focused cards for enjoying music, video and voice content, built on “mimi/Le,” a content platform using NFC technology.
No Code Solutions releases 12 free business system demos with no registration required, including centralized data management
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株式会社ノーコードソリューションズ has released 12 free business system demos that require no registration. Using fictional data, they allow users to try business workflows such as AI reading of fax order forms and inventory management.
なんばエッセ歯科・小児歯科クリニック, operated by 医療法人エストリナ, has begun offering Sunday appointments for patients who have difficulty visiting on weekdays. Hours are 9:30–14:30, with services available 7 days a week except public holidays.
大塚国際美術館 will hold “Blue Case Files,” an interactive mystery-solving event, from Nov. 21 through March 31, 2027. Okarina and Yui P of おかずクラブ, who belong to 吉本興業, will serve as official mystery ambassadors.
Facts
From Nov. 21
Through March 31, 2027
Original1日限定300部
General admission ¥3,300
University students ¥2,200
Elementary, junior high and high school students ¥550
Protect your Mac with passkeys: “YubiOn FIDO Logon” adds two-factor authentication login support for macOS devices
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株式会社ソフト技研 announced that its “YubiOn FIDO Logon” cloud service, which provides two-factor authentication login using FIDO security keys, began supporting Macs with Apple silicon as of Oct. 27, 2026.
株式会社YORISOI publishes an analytical report on job-seeker trends from October to December, based on its own analysis, to help plan year-end recruitment campaigns.
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株式会社YORISOI has published a report analyzing year-end job-seeker trends using statistical data from 厚生労働省. It found that from October to December, the rate of decline in the number of active job seekers tended to exceed the rate of decline in job openings by about 6.0 percentage points. The report also draws on data from Indeed and doda and research findings from マイナビ and 求人ボックス to summarize post-bonus job-change intentions and ways to reach job seekers.
Facts
Exceeded the decline in job openings by about 6.0 percentage points
62.0% of respondents in their 20s who were considering changing jobs planned to do so after receiving their winter bonus
53.5% of respondents in their 20s said they might reconsider changing jobs if their bonus were higher
61.4% said their desire to change jobs had increased because of their bonus
The light plan for media campaign management costs 250,000 yen per month
The basic plan, which provides support through applicant responses and interview attendance, costs 450,000 yen per month
松戸市 will hold the “30th Matsudo City South Market Festival” at Matsudo South Market on Nov. 8. About 20,000 visitors are expected, and activities will include a vegetable-packing event and discounted sales of shellfish, salmon and domestically raised beef.
[Oisix Niigata Albirex BC] Notice of the semifinals of the “ALPHAS GROUP Rookies Cup Niigata 2026” and THANKS FES
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Oisix Niigata Albirex BC announced that it will hold the semifinals of the “ALPHAS GROUP Rookies Cup Niigata 2026” and THANKS FES at HARD OFF ECO Stadium Niigata on Nov. 1, 2026. Players including CBO Masumi Kuwata will appear, and about 1,500 people are expected to attend.
[Grand opening on Oct. 31] SHOGUN BURGER Kyoto Teramachi Kyogoku store launches a location-exclusive burger in collaboration with Kyoto’s renowned restaurant “肉料理かなえ”
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SHOGUN BURGER, a wagyu burger specialty restaurant operated by 株式会社ガネーシャ, will open its second Kyoto location, SHOGUN BURGER Kyoto Teramachi Kyogoku, in Kyoto on October 31, 2026, and launch a location-exclusive burger in collaboration with Kyoto institution 肉料理かなえ.
Just talk on your mobile phone. AI automatically handles “the work that follows.” New solution for businesses, AmiVoice Mobile Genie, launches
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株式会社アドバンスト・メディア launched AmiVoice Mobile Genie, a solution for businesses that uses AI to recognize and analyze mobile phone calls and automatically carry out subsequent tasks, on November 2, 2026.
Facts
Starts Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
The share of Japanese companies is 68.9%
The number of smartphone subscriptions has exceeded 16.8 million
モビリティ・グローバル examines trends and growth challenges in the global automotive market
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モビリティ・グローバル analyzed factors reshaping the global automotive market, including economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and the rise of Chinese manufacturers, and discussed the impact on Japan’s auto industry and shifts in competitive advantages stemming from regulatory easing in the Indian market.
Facts
After 2035
Through 2037
2024
September 2026
July 1, 2026
May 27, 2026
Companies mentioned：モビリティ・グローバル、S&Pグローバル、CARFAX、automotiveMastermind、Polk Automotive Solutions、Market Scan、Mobility Global Inc.
Launches a Social Contribution Activities Planning Committee to promote community-rooted initiatives from Tokyo and Nagasaki
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株式会社ニーズウェル will establish a Social Contribution Activities Planning Committee in November 2026 to systematically advance the SDGs and contribute to local communities. Centered on its locations in Tokyo and Nagasaki, the company will undertake initiatives in IT education, talent development and community partnerships.
ROKKO Forest Sound Museum SIKI Garden Winter Season: A season to enjoy trees changing color and the quiet of the forest in winter, December 1, 2026–February 28, 2027
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SIKI Garden Winter Season will be held from December 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, at SIKI Garden inside ROKKO Forest Sound Museum, operated by 六甲山観光株式会社.
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
Approximately 5°C cooler
16,010.77 square meters
Adults (junior high school students and older): 1,700 yen
Children (ages 4 through elementary school): 850 yen
Appier appoints Sanam Low as vice president of global marketing
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Appier Group株式会社 has appointed Sanam Low as vice president of global marketing. Low will lead the marketing organizations in EMEA, APAC and the U.S., and will work to strengthen the company’s presence in Europe, the Middle East and the U.S., particularly through the opening of a new London office.
62% of young people are “interested in politics,” but only 7% have “taken part in policy dialogues or study sessions”—Is it true that young people are indifferent to politics?
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公益社団法人東京青年会議所 has compiled the results of a survey on young people’s political participation, highlighted the gap between “interest” and “participation,” and announced the 1st Tokyo Policy Championship, a policy contest for high school students.
Facts
62% of people aged 18 to 39 are interested in politics
7% said they had taken part in “policy dialogues or study sessions”
A combined 47.7% said they were “very interested” or “somewhat interested” in current Japanese politics
By contrast, 35.0% said they were “not interested”
12.9% said they “trust” it
13.1% said it “inspires hope” or “is guiding Japanese society in a positive direction”
Positive assessments of politics averaged 12.1%
64% said Japanese politics “should be changed”
37% said they “did not know that it was an election to choose members of the Diet” or “did not even know the term House of Councillors election”
The rate of voting in national elections was 68%
While roughly on par with Indonesia’s 69%
Political posts and sharing on social media: 16% in Japan
51% in Indonesia
48% of young people in Japan said they “often/sometimes talk” with others about politics
As many as 81% consider dialogue between people with differing opinions “important”
“Because I didn’t know the candidates’ character or policies” accounted for 26.3%
Ichigo Weightlifting Club athletes Eishiro Murakami (Tank Murakami) and Mirai Ishii to retire from competition
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いちご株式会社 announced that weightlifting club athletes Eishiro Murakami and Mirai Ishii will retire from competition effective October 31, 2026. The athletes will each embark on a new career in the real estate and hotel industries, respectively.