[A bid to make history] Endangered northern rockhopper penguin egg with potential to have been artificially fertilized begins “pipping”! —24-hour live stream of the hatching moment begins today on YouTube; public viewing planned after hatching—
株式会社ジーエスホールディングス recognized as a “Platinum Partner,” the highest category in the Indeed Certified Partner Program
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株式会社ジーエスホールディングス was recognized in October 2026 as a “Platinum Partner,” the top category in the Indeed Certified Partner Program. The company has supported the recruitment of more than 2,500 companies to date.
Now taking reservations! Two books about the hugely popular Italian Brainrot among children will be released together on December 18!
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage announced that it will release 2 books related to the popular AI character “Italian Brainrot”—“Ecology Encyclopedia” and “Torrarelo Toralala and Friends: Big Gathering Encyclopedia”—on Dec. 18, 2026.
Facts
Dec. 18, 2026
1,760 yen
144 pages
1,430 yen
48 pages
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA
Successful demonstration of storage integration spanning more than 1,000km between data centers in Tokyo and Hokkaido using the next-generation communications infrastructure “IOWN APN”
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株式会社ブロードバンドタワー and NTT East successfully demonstrated storage integration spanning more than 1,000km between data centers in Tokyo and Hokkaido using the next-generation communications infrastructure “IOWN APN.” They confirmed performance on par with that at a single location and aim to promote the decentralization of data centers to regional areas.
Facts
More than 1,000km
Dell PowerScale F200 configuration with 3 units
100Gbps connection
Latency (one way): 7.14ms
Jitter: <16ns
The reduction in read speed was limited to about 3%.
Musashi Tsusho, a logistics company specializing in precision equipment and artworks, surpasses 3,000 customer surveys and 3,000 official Instagram followers at the same time, building trust through the voices and people on the front lines!
“One Mark Badge®,” a company insignia brand that requires no mold fees, receives trademark registration; 株式会社東京徽章 begins offering a new “Ibushi finish”
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Following the trademark registration of “One Mark Badge®,” its company insignia brand that requires no mold fees, 株式会社東京徽章 has begun offering a new “Ibushi finish.”
Lantern experiences every weekend in February! Experience the tradition of lighting a lantern and releasing it into the night sky at the 7th Shinshinotsu Lantern Festival in Hokkaido’s 新篠津村!
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The 7th Shinshinotsu Lantern Festival will be held in 新篠津村, Hokkaido, with reservation-only lantern launch experiences offered every Saturday and Sunday in February.
Facts
7th
Oct. 2025
45 minutes by car
Every Saturday and Sunday in February
8 days in total, every Saturday and Sunday in February
Detect “Mizuwata Kuchibiru Keisou” from a water sample alone; フィッシュパス launches environmental DNA survey service using 九州大学 patented technology
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株式会社フィッシュパス received a license on Oct. 13, 2026, to use an invention held by 九州大学 concerning the specific detection of “Mizuwata Kuchibiru Keisou” (patent application 2023-170652), and has begun using it in its environmental DNA survey service.
TDSE sponsors and exhibits at “Data + AI World Tour Tokyo 2026,” hosted by Databricks
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TDSE株式会社 will sponsor “Data + AI World Tour Tokyo 2026,” an event hosted by Databricks Japan on Nov. 27, 2026, as an Explorer sponsor. It will also give a lightning talk on analytics agents for the manufacturing industry and exhibit at the event.
Event report: 3rd seminar held on “Data and AI Governance in the Age of AI Agents”
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株式会社情報戦略テクノロジー and its group company 株式会社ピープルドット held the 3rd seminar in the “Data and AI Governance in the Age of AI Agents” series on Oct. 15, 2026, explaining approaches to data security and access-permission design.
Facts
4-part series
3rd seminar
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Date and time: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, 16:00–18:00
White paper published explaining effective third-party risk management
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株式会社GRCS has published an explanatory guide, “Making Third-Party Risk Management a ‘Working System,’” to help make third-party risk management effective while reducing operational workload.
Major update to “FAIRY TAIL: Wizard Chronicle” ver.2.0.0! Long-awaited guild feature arrives!
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株式会社GOODROID has released a major update to the smartphone game “FAIRY TAIL: Wizard Chronicle,” adding guild features, guild raids, and a commemorative campaign.
株式会社足利銀行 adopts “Knowledge Work AI Sales Meeting Records” for recording and analyzing business meetings with AI
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株式会社ナレッジワーク announced that 株式会社足利銀行 has adopted “Knowledge Work AI Sales Meeting Records,” which uses AI to record and analyze business meetings. As part of its medium-term management plan, Ashikaga Bank will use generative AI to improve the efficiency of client-facing staff and the quality of meetings.
CyberBuzz teams up with Dip to launch recruitment support for regional companies using social media expertise; independently develops “SocialBase,” a social media management support tool
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株式会社サイバー・バズ will team up with ディップ株式会社 to launch recruitment support for regional companies using social media expertise. The initiative will be led by 株式会社ソーシャルベース, a consolidated subsidiary of CyberBuzz, which will offer its independently developed social media management support tool “SocialBase” to ease the burden on companies and support their ongoing information sharing.
SHIFT obtains 3 Microsoft Azure-related Solutions Partner designations under the Microsoft Cloud Partner Program
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株式会社SHIFT has obtained 3 Microsoft Azure-related Solutions Partner designations under the Microsoft Cloud Partner Program: Infrastructure, Data & AI, and Digital & App Innovation.
スペースデータ releases 4 physical simulation demos comparing behavioral differences based on how flies use their senses and neural circuits
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株式会社スペースデータ has released 4 behavioral comparison demos using flies’ senses and neural circuits—PlumeLab, ReflexLab, VisualCircuitLab, and CircuitLab—as physical simulation demos for “RobotBrain,” its platform for deploying robots in real-world settings.
— Connections that grow, bridges to the future — The 30th Itabashi Industrial Fair is coming!
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Itabashi Ward will hold the 30th Itabashi Industrial Fair from Nov. 5 to 7, 令和8年. On Business Days, 95 companies and organizations will participate, with events including a talk session by the representative of ブルーイノベーション株式会社. On Public Day, about 50 hands-on programs will be offered.
Toward group management that “expands the potential of working people”—Will Group reorganizes its internal structure to realize its long-term vision
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株式会社ウィルグループ announced that, effective April 1, 2027, it will integrate its consolidated subsidiaries ウィルオブ・ワーク and ウィルオブ・コンストラクション and reorganize them as 株式会社ウィルオブ, while changing the trade name to ウィルオブ・キャリア.
オラクル advances outcome-driven AI across Fusion Applications
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オラクル announced new AI innovations across Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications at Oracle AI World. 25 agentic applications powered by Fusion Claw will be available across ERP, HCM, SCM and CX, while Fusion Companion and Fusion Agentic Home will support outcome-driven business execution and governance.
Facts
Oct. 27, 2026
25 agentic applications
Companies mentioned：オラクル、日本オラクル株式会社、Oracle、Oracle AI World、Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications、Oracle Fusion Claw、Oracle Fusion Agentic Applications、Oracle Fusion Companion、Oracle Fusion Agentic Home、Oracle Fusion Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning、Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management、Oracle Fusion Cloud Supply Chain & Manufacturing、Oracle Fusion Cloud Customer Experience、Oracle AI Agent Studio for Fusion Applications、ChatGPT
Obanazawa City in Yamagata Prefecture to partner with “おいくら” on unwanted-item reuse business during October’s “3R Promotion Month”
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Obanazawa City in Yamagata Prefecture and 株式会社マーケットエンタープライズ will launch a partnership on an unwanted-item reuse business using the reuse platform “おいくら” from Oct. 27, 2026, in conjunction with “3R Promotion Month.”
Facts
The partnership will launch on Oct. 27, 2026 (Tue.)
Approximately 1,770,000 people have used the service to date (as of the end of June 2026)
SBI生命保険株式会社 and シンプレクス株式会社 have begun working together on system modernization accompanying the renewal of SBI生命’s corporate website, aiming to improve development efficiency and quality through the use of generative AI.
HERALBONY plans and runs “Sendai Diversity Festa 2026,” a 1-day event to learn about, experience and enjoy “differences”—feel diversity through play—on Nov. 14 (Sat.) at Sendai Mediatheque
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株式会社ヘラルボニー will plan and run “Sendai Diversity Festa 2026,” to be held at Sendai Mediatheque on Nov. 14, 2026. The 1-day event offers programs such as art workshops and card games to help participants experience diversity.
Facts
Nov. 14, 2026
11:00〜16:00
First 500 people
More than 2,000 artworks
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヘラルボニー、HERALBONY Co.,Ltd.、HERALBONY EUROPE、多夢多夢舎中山工房、NOZOMI PAPER Factory
AnyMind Group partners with Meta and begins collaboration in live commerce
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AnyMind Group has partnered with Meta in live commerce, integrating live video ads on Facebook and Instagram with its own solutions to help brands expand sales opportunities.
New from Suntory’s medicinal cuisine brand “薬膳好日 (Yakuzen Kojitsu)”: “薬膳チャイ,” balancing the delicious taste of chai with medicinal ingredients
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サントリービバレッジ＆フード will launch “薬膳チャイ” for a limited time from Nov. 3 under its medicinal cuisine brand “薬膳好日,” and will release “薬膳ジンジャーエール” under its new name on the same day.
[BS日テレ] Historian Michifumi Isoda talks with the historical consultant for “SHOGUN”! “Michifumi Isoda’s Journey Through History” airs at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28
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Professor Frédéric Clain, who served as historical consultant for “SHOGUN,” will appear as a guest on BS日テレ’s program “Michifumi Isoda’s Journey Through History” on Oct. 28, discussing samurai and events of the Sengoku period from a Western perspective.
Savor the rich flavor of the autumn fruit Kyoho grapes! “Seven Premium Rich Kyoho Cider 500ml” gets a refresh and goes on sale sequentially from Tuesday, Oct. 27
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch “Seven Premium Rich Kyoho Cider 500ml,” with its flavor revamped following last year’s positive reception, at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide from Oct. 27.
Care for parents: 59.6% are “concerned about balancing it with work”; “cost” is the top priority when choosing a facility, cited by 72.3%
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In a survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and 大阪老人ホームおすすめナビ, 60.4% said they had hardly thought about caring for their parents. Many were concerned about costs (28.1%) or balancing care with work (59.6%); cost was the top consideration when choosing a facility (72.3%).
富士通 accelerates the deployment of next-generation logistics, building on research into public acceptance of drone deliveries
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富士通 will apply insights on public acceptance of drone deliveries gained through joint research with 九州大学 and Sungkyunkwan University to Dynamic Supply Chain Management in its Uvance business model, accelerating the deployment of next-generation logistics tailored to local characteristics through AI analysis.
Reducing food waste while creating opportunities for children through hometown tax donations and unused food. ネッスー to exhibit and speak at the 10th National Food Loss Reduction Conference in Nasushiobara
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ネッスー株式会社 will exhibit and speak at the 10th National Food Loss Reduction Conference in Nasushiobara, to be held in Nasushiobara City on Oct. 30, 2026, introducing its “こどもふるさと便” and “チアドン” initiatives.
SCSK completes refactoring of au Jibun Bank’s “Jibun Bank app”
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SCSK株式会社 has completed the refactoring of au Jibun Bank’s “Jibun Bank App” for smartphones and has begun operating it on a new platform built with Flutter.
Find hidden instructions in AI agent “skills” before adding them. cccskills releases 3 security-focused Agent Skills for free
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株式会社ウォーカー has released 3 security-focused Agent Skills for free on the official GitHub page of cccskills, a skill marketplace for AI agents. They provide Japanese-language support for checking for hidden instructions, preparing for npm supply chain attacks, and responding immediately to information leaks.
Facts
3 security skills
Of the 3,984 published skills
malicious operations were found in 76
In a study published by US-based Snyk in February 2026
It was publicly available for approximately 3 hours
In March 2026
Malware was found in 434 packages
In August
82 ransomware incidents were publicly disclosed from January to September 2026
From January to September 2026
must be submitted within 3–5 days of discovery
Original掲載する 10 万件以上のスキルについて
6,087 currently have ratings
2,400 are rated B
154 are rated C
As of October 27, 2026
Final report (within 30 days
(within 60 days for cases involving malicious intent)
Japan’s first international “flight experience event” for children with developmental disabilities
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On December 6, 2026, Japan Airlines will hold what it says is Japan’s first international flight experience event at Haneda Airport for junior and senior high school students with developmental disabilities and their guardians.
[JPI Seminar] 塩野義製薬（株）: “From Product Competition to Patient Outcome Competition: Healthcare as a Service Strategy and the Pharmaceutical Company of the Next Generation,” to be held November 19 (Thu.)
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The Japan Planning Institute will invite Gaku Sakaguchi of Shionogi & Co. as a speaker and hold a seminar on November 19, 2026, on the theme “From Product Competition to Patient Outcome Competition.”
Holding the final event for the 1700 series while it is still in service
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能勢電鉄 will hold the final in-service event for the last 1700 series trainset, “1757 trainset,” which is scheduled to retire in 2026. A photo session and tour will take place in November, followed in December by a project to recreate the train with special decorations inspired by the Hankyu 2000 series.
[JAF Gunma] Supporting the “JAF Auto Test in the Niijima Gakuen” event
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一般社団法人日本自動車連盟（JAF） Gunma Branch will support promotion and public relations for the “JAF Auto Test in the Niijima Gakuen,” to be held at Niijima Gakuen on November 15.
A first collaboration between Kyushu’s leading Christmas events! Christmas Advent × Huis Ten Bosch brings an unprecedented Christmas on a grand scale from Kyushu
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Huis Ten Bosch, a theme park in Nagasaki Prefecture, and Christmas Advent, a Christmas event in Fukuoka, have announced their first collaboration. Plans include sales of limited-edition goods, a special projection-mapping display, and the installation of a tree supporting recovery from the Kumamoto earthquake.
[Compatible with 1 Unit] Two birds with one stone! “MIRENEX EMRS18-IGT,” a modular camping tabletop that also generates solar power, launches on Makuake
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ミレネクス株式会社 will begin presales of “MIRENEX EMRS18-IGT,” a solar tabletop compatible with the IGT 1-unit size, on the crowdfunding service Makuake starting October 29, 2026.
A diverse lineup of performers gathers at Cinecity Square [Kabukicho Super Festival 2026], taking place November 3 (Tue., public holiday)!
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歌舞伎町商店街振興組合 will hold “Kabukicho Super Festival 2026” at Cinecity Square on November 3, 2026. A range of performers, including 東京QQQ and 鬼太鼓座, will take part in this free outdoor event.
Presentation of the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Emergency Relief Fund”
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イオン株式会社 presented a total of ¥923,434,284 to Kumamoto Prefecture and Kashima Town to support people affected by the explosion and ceiling collapse accidents associated with the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake. The total included donations collected and contributions from group companies. It has also provided disaster assistance, including approximately 660,000 supplies, volunteer activities, school meal support, and the installation of mobile ATMs.
Facts
82 group companies in Japan and overseas; 12,468 locations
IHI signs official partnership agreement with Japan’s national baseball team, Samurai Japan — supporting people who take on challenges across generations
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IHI has signed an official partnership agreement with Japan’s national baseball team, Samurai Japan, and will support people who take on challenges across generations.
Full schedule revealed! Japan Wanko Festa 2026 in Odaiba offers a packed lineup of activities, including photo sessions and opportunities to mingle!
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Original株式会社FLAFFYは、2026年11月27日から29日にかけてお台場で「ジャパンわんこフェスタ2026 in お台場」を開催すると発表した。ドッグランやステージコンテンツに加え、エポスカードとのコラボ企画やUUUM株式会社との共同運営によるペットインフルエンサーオーディションなどが予定されている。
New facilities accompanying the expansion of the SHARE GREEN MINAMI AOYAMA area
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NTT都市開発株式会社 announced that it will expand the area of SHARE GREEN MINAMI AOYAMA in Minato Ward, Tokyo, starting in early 2027, with new facilities including Honda Welcome Plaza, Casa Julian de Tolosa Tokyo and commercial facilities by Realgate scheduled to open in succession.
[Kizunayukai and たばた絆保育園] Holding a moon-viewing gathering to experience Japanese traditional culture with all five senses
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たばた絆保育園, operated by 社会福祉法人絆友会, held a moon-viewing gathering on Sept. 25, 2026, featuring activities including making moon-viewing dumplings as part of food education and an introduction to traditional culture.
Welcoming SENA to discuss diabetes and everyday health: SARAYA presents Kiyoko Taniguchi for the Earth — World Diabetes Day Special — airs Nov. 12 (Thursday) at 17:00!
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FM大阪 will air SARAYA presents Kiyoko Taniguchi for the Earth — World Diabetes Day Special — on Nov. 12, 2026, presented by サラヤ株式会社. Guest SENA and Kiyoko Taniguchi will discuss Type 1 diabetes and health.
Tokio Marine Smart Mobility launches joint demonstration project targeting about 400 drivers from 日本交通グループ
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Tokio Marine Smart Mobility launched a joint demonstration project using MIMAMO WELLNESS on Sept. 14, 2026, targeting about 400 drivers from Kaishin Taxi and YM Kotsu, both part of 日本交通グループ. The project will run through the end of March 2027.
[大丸神戸店] A new booth offering exciting finds and 'something a little special'! Grocery gift shop FOOD EDIT opens on the basement 1st floor starting Friday, Oct. 30!
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Gift shop FOOD EDIT will open on Oct. 30 in the grocery section on the basement 1st floor of 大丸神戸店. It will feature about 150 brands and offer products from Hyogo and Kobe, famous confectionery from across Japan, and formal gifts.
Facts
Featuring about 150 brands
About 60 brands are associated with Hyogo Prefecture and Kobe
The Little Prince × Fairy Cake Fair: A Christmas-exclusive collection that lets you give the story as a gift launches Nov. 1! 6 items, including biscuit tins and embroidered accessories
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To mark the 80th anniversary of The Little Prince, Fairy Cake Fair will launch a Christmas-exclusive collection starting Nov. 1, 2026. The collection features 6 items, including biscuit tins and embroidered accessories.
Facts
On sale from November 1, 2026 (Sunday)
6 types in total
The Little Prince Little Star Biscuit Tin, 3,000 yen including tax
The Little Prince Starry Dragée Tin, 1,500 yen including tax
The Little Prince Starry Biscuit Ornament Box, 1,200 yen including tax
The Little Prince Star-Gazing Mascot Pouch, 2,600 yen including tax
The Little Prince Starlight Organza Embroidered Bag, 2,500 yen including tax
The Little Prince Star Shard Sticker Box, 1,300 yen including tax
Marking the 80th anniversary of its publication in France
The L Tokyo Ghoul smartphone app will begin rolling out on Oct. 29.
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コムシード株式会社 announced that its smartphone app for the pachislot machine simulator L Tokyo Ghoul will begin rolling out on Oct. 29, 2026, starting with the iOS version.
◤Dog Day, 'wan-wan-wan,' starts Nov. 1, 2026◢ 'Stay by the sea with your dog' — private glamping to enjoy with your beloved dog — グランオーシャン伊勢志摩 in Ise, Mie Prefecture
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アンドリゾート株式会社 will launch a private glamping service that welcomes dogs at グランオーシャン伊勢志摩 in Ise, Mie Prefecture, starting Nov. 1, 2026.
Disaster preparedness workshop for elementary and junior high school students and drone demonstration flight conducted in collaboration with the local disaster preparedness team in Tenryu Village, Nagano Prefecture
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株式会社エアロネクスト and NEXT DELIVERY conducted a disaster preparedness workshop for elementary and junior high school students and a demonstration flight transporting supplies in Tenryu Village, Nagano Prefecture, as part of a project to establish drone routes for use during disasters.
Facts
Oct. 22, 2026
7 locations in the village
Approximately 6 routes
Approximately 1.1 km one way
Flight time of approximately 3 minutes
Nov. 2, 2026
Total area of 109.44 square kilometers
Population of 969
Feb. 27, 2023
A total of 45 children
Companies mentioned：株式会社エアロネクスト、株式会社 NEXT DELIVERY、ココネット株式会社、セイノーホールディングス株式会社、セイノーHD
【Applications Open for the 2nd Cohort】Nikkei Executive Coach Certification Program, jointly hosted by 日本経済新聞社 and Business Coach, begins Jan. 16, 2027
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ビジネスコーチ株式会社 has opened applications for the 2nd cohort of the Nikkei Executive Coach Certification Program, which it jointly hosts with 日本経済新聞社 and which begins in January 2027.
【TGI Fridays】Come together, raise a glass and have a great time! American-style parties kick off the year-end season!
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TGI FRIDAYS JAPAN will run its Party Course Early-Bird Campaign from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, 2026, offering ¥500 off per person on its Great Party Course and Fantastic Party Course.
“3-minute oil beauty care,” proposed by beauty expert 今泉まいこ. 采茶～SAICHA unveils a home-care method using tea seed oil
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株式会社ピー・エス・インターナショナル’s skincare brand 采茶～SAICHA has published the “3-minute oil beauty care” home-care method proposed by beauty expert 今泉まいこ as Vol. 3 in its series.
Facts
Published on Oct. 1, 2026
2–3 drops
Uses the equivalent of approximately 400 tea seeds
Japanese restaurant “合 Shinjuku” to open Nov. 2｜Featuring a dynamic counter approximately 10 m long, it offers a lively open-kitchen dining experience
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The Japanese restaurant “合 Shinjuku,” supervised by Teiji Nakamura, will open in the Shinjuku Gyoen area on Nov. 2, 2026. It will feature a counter approximately 10 m long and an open kitchen, and serve à la carte dishes and set menus.
About 75% of full marathon runners have had to stop and walk during their first full marathon!
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A survey by 足道楽, operated by ビーズラボ株式会社, found that about 75% of people who have run a full marathon stopped and walked during their first race. The main reasons were tired or heavy legs, while just over 30% used support products.
Just under 50% of employees involved in sales analysis at retail headquarters work in organizations that do not use generative AI for sales analysis!
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A survey by ウェブスペース株式会社 found that just under 50% of employees involved in sales analysis at retail headquarters work in organizations that do not systematically use generative AI to compile and analyze sales data.
Facts
The share of companies that said they use generative AI for some business function stood at 86.4% in Japan
20 students from Seizan High School team up with モンテディオ山形 and Tokyo businesses to collect approximately 600 flowers destined for disposal from 4 facilities in the prefecture and upcycle them into “flower paint”; event invites participants to learn about flower waste through coloring
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エマジャパンホールディングス carried out a project in collaboration with モンテディオ山形 and Seizan High School, collecting approximately 600 flowers destined for disposal from 4 facilities in Yamagata Prefecture and upcycling them into “flower paint.” The project aimed to raise awareness of reducing flower waste and circulating resources through a coloring activity.
Now on sale to popular acclaim: “In the Same Water: Takayuki Suzuki’s Challenge Never Stops,” a children’s nonfiction book about the “challenge” of Takayuki Suzuki, a gold medalist and member of Japan’s para-swimming team at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games
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株式会社静山社 will publish in October 2026 “In the Same Water: Takayuki Suzuki’s Challenge Never Stops,” a children’s nonfiction book about Paralympic gold medalist Takayuki Suzuki’s challenges and his hopes for an inclusive society.
Turn contract review know-how into an organizational asset with “playbooks”; launch of “AI Contract Review,” based on a company’s own review standards
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SMBCリーガルX株式会社 has launched “AI Contract Review,” a support service on its contract management platform “LegalXross” that organizes a company’s own review standards into “playbooks” and uses generative AI to review contracts.
【Nov. 3】“Nippon Yell National Local Gummy Election 2026: AKB48’s Tour of Cheers Across 47 Prefectures” to be held in Hyogo Prefecture! AKB48 visits the prefecture to support local producers; original stickers will also be distributed
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On Nov. 3, Reiwa 8, ＪＡ全農 will hold “AKB48’s Tour of Cheers Across 47 Prefectures: Hyogo Edition” at “農協市場館 六甲のめぐみ” in Nishi Ward, Kobe, as part of the “Nippon Yell National Local Gummy Election 2026.” AKB48 members Saho Iwatate and Haruna Hashimoto will appear, introducing Hyogo-grown Toyooka grape gummies and distributing original stickers.
First oral presentation at an academic conference of the First-in-Human trial of “RV-001”
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株式会社レストアビジョン announced that Associate Professor Toshihide Kurihara of 慶應義塾大学 and others will give an oral presentation on the Phase I/II First-in-Human trial of “RV-001,” an investigational gene therapy for vision restoration, at the 80th Japanese Ophthalmological Society Congress on Oct. 29, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 29, 2026
80th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Clinical Ophthalmological Society
A survey by 株式会社KUMU Works found that more than 90% of manufacturing-industry personnel affected by rising electronic component prices and longer delivery times have also been affected in components other than memory. The survey highlighted procurement costs rising by 10% or more, difficulties passing on higher costs, and insufficient understanding of supply risks.
Facts
More than 9割
Up 4.9% year on year
Up 29.5% year on year
More than 70% cited components other than memory
Original1年前より10%以上上昇している
Just over 60% said that passing on higher electronic component prices to the prices of their company's products has been limited to some extent or has not been possible
Both at 38.1%
“Rising logistics costs and logistics disruptions” ranked 3rd, at 32.5%
[Event Report] Iga City × QWS: Co-creation ideas emerge from technology behind ¥800 billion in manufacturing shipments and urban expertise
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Iga City, 株式会社アルファドライブ and 渋谷スクランブルスクエア株式会社 held a co-creation event as part of SHINOBI-Z IGA, generating ideas that combine the technology of 糸伍株式会社, 株式会社ナベル and 株式会社安永 with insights from urban areas.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
More than 30 people gathered
Annual value of manufactured goods shipments: approximately ¥800 billion
Connecting what companies value with what their employees value through compatibility.
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株式会社ECOTONE, which operates the well-being-focused media outlet Wellulu, will launch the HR branding media outlet WelluluWORK on October 27, 2026. The service will use its proprietary “Well-Working 15 indicators” to make workplace environments visible and match companies with people based on shared values through articles featuring interviews conducted by an AI editor-in-chief and assessments for job seekers.
THE CHALLENGE RACE × Japan Ultra Runners Association: Series of races to select Japan's team for the IAU 50km World Championships
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株式会社OFFICE YAGI and the Japan Ultra Runners Association (JUA) will establish a series of races to select Japan's team for the IAU 50km World Championships. Qualifying races will be held in Nagoya, Yamaguchi, Hiroshima and Tokyo's Arakawa district in February 2027, followed by the final, THE CHALLENGE RACE 50km Championship, in Tokyo's Arakawa district on May 3 that year.
Free event: “Smileful Inheritance Symposium in Tokyo”
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The Inheritance Diagnosis Association, which designates December 1 as “Smileful Inheritance Day,” will hold its founding anniversary event, “Smileful Inheritance Symposium 2026 in Tokyo,” on December 1. The theme is “The realities of inheritance, dementia and living alone,” and the program will include a lecture by Shizuno Kurosawa and the announcement of a new book. Admission is free, but the reception carries a separate fee.
インターコンチネンタル札幌: Seasonal dining experiences celebrating Hokkaido's bounty and Sapporo's winter
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インターコンチネンタル札幌 is offering seasonal dining experiences themed around Hokkaido ingredients and winter scenery. AuBlanc will serve a Christmas market-style buffet and dinner courses; Norva will offer a white afternoon tea and winter cocktails; and SAWAKA will serve winter lunch and dinner courses. Christmas cakes will also be on sale.
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¥4,800 per person (tax and service charge included)
¥2,400 for ages 6–12
¥8,000 per person (tax and service charge included)
¥12,000 per person (tax and service charge included)
Includes a champagne toast: ¥23,000 per person (tax and service charge included)
Window-seat guaranteed plan: ¥25,000 per person (tax and service charge included)
Noël en Forêt: ¥8,500 (tax and service charge included)
Neige Blanche: ¥6,500 (tax and service charge included)
Clochette de Noël: ¥900 (tax and service charge included)
Bûche Blanche: ¥800 (tax and service charge included)
Étoile de Noël: ¥850 (tax and service charge included)
¥6,800 per person (tax and service charge included)
Shooting Star: ¥1,200 (tax and service charge included)
Frosted Spirits: ¥950 (tax and service charge included)
紬｜Tsumugi: ¥4,500 (tax and service charge included)
コープ共済 took 1st place in customer satisfaction for the 10th time in the life insurance category of the 4th JCSI survey for FY2026, announced by the Japan Productivity Center.
“Bringing healthcare closer and nurturing the dreams of local children” — イントロン薬局柏店・KENカルディオクリニック柏
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イントロン株式会社 co-hosted a “Kids Job Experience Event” with 医療法人社団KCG KENカルディオクリニック柏 on October 11, 2026. About 25 children took part in activities including experiencing the work of doctors and pharmacists, deepening their understanding of healthcare.
[Urgent: Free Webinar] Learn from PHP vulnerabilities and cases involving overseas financial institutions: An explanation of cyberattacks exploiting AI and countermeasures companies should take
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株式会社クワッドマイナージャパン will hold a free online seminar on November 6, 2026, explaining cyberattacks exploiting AI and cases involving overseas financial institutions.
“Dream market,” an outlet store offering discounts of up to 90% or more, opens its headquarters warehouse to the public! Following popular demand, the 3rd “Warehouse Market” is coming!
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株式会社Trust operates the outlet store “Dream market” and will hold a “Warehouse Market” and “Autumn Festival” at its headquarters warehouse, “DREAM BASE,” in Higashiosaka on November 8, 2026.
“こどもでぱーと” to open in a department store for the first time. “こどもでぱーと 伊勢丹立川” set to open in April 2027
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ヒューリック株式会社 will open the education-focused facility “こどもでぱーと” on the 7th floor of 伊勢丹立川店 in April 2027, marking the facility’s first department-store location.
A one-of-a-kind umbrella made just for you. HANWAY to hold a custom-order fair at 阪急うめだ本店
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ムーンバット株式会社’s weather goods brand “HANWAY” will hold an umbrella custom-order fair at 阪急うめだ本店 from October 28 to November 10, 2026. Services will include custom orders, made-to-order patterns and handle customization, with special limited-time benefits also available.
[meet tree] Products to be introduced in all guest rooms from October 28 as amenities at “TIAD,” a luxury hotel affiliated with マリオット
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Products from 丸山木材ホールディングス株式会社’s sustainable lifestyle brand “meet tree” will be introduced in all guest rooms from October 28, 2026, as amenities at “TIAD, オートグラフ コレクション,” a luxury hotel affiliated with マリオット.
Facts
A long-established lumber company with a 100-year history
From Oct. 28 (Wed.), 2026
4 items: cleansing product, facial cleanser, toner and emulsion
For 3 consecutive years, in 2024, 2025 and 2026
Original『４御衣黄（ぎょいこう）ザクラ』を取得
Ranked No. 3 among マリオット premium-category hotels in Japan
Mr. Bathing Ape® × Nigel Cabourn unveils its first collaborative Fall/Winter 2026 collection
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The first collaborative Fall/Winter 2026 collection by Nigel Cabourn and A BATHING APE®’s premium line MR. BATHING APE® has been announced and will go on sale on October 31.
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CHECK SHIRT OUTER ¥88,000 (tax included)
MILITARY EASY PANT ¥50,600 (tax included)
ZIP UP FLEECE ¥77,000 (tax included)
Down Jacket ¥143,000 (tax included)
B-15C JACKET ADEPTION ¥110,000 (tax included)
CREW NECK JUMPER ¥63,800 (tax included)
HALF ZIP JUMPER ¥50,600 (tax included)
Release date: Saturday, October 31
Companies mentioned：Nigel Cabourn、A BATHING APE®、MR. BATHING APE®、株式会社 OUTER LIMITS、Dickson Li
クリアコード launches “Chronos BrowserGuard” to enhance security and auditing features in Microsoft Edge
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株式会社クリアコード has launched “Chronos BrowserGuard,” a security solution that adds company-specific control, auditing and evidence-tracking functions to Microsoft Edge.
Participating as an initiative partner in “札幌国際芸術祭2027”
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ソニーグループ’s クリエイティブセンター will participate as an initiative partner in “札幌国際芸術祭2027,” to be held in January 2027, and will unveil the immersive installation “OPTICAL DRIFT” for the first time.
Demonstrates video surveillance technology that extends the detectable range for small, distant objects to more than 3 times the previous level
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NTT has demonstrated video surveillance technology that uses its proprietary, high-definition video AI inference LSI to analyze 4K footage in real time while maintaining high resolution, extending the detectable range for small, distant objects to more than 3 times the previous level. It also reduced the number of inputs to the VLM by about 98.1%, and NTTイノベーティブデバイス株式会社 plans to begin offering the product within fiscal 2026.
Annual visitors top 140,000 as PLAY! PARK ERIC CARLE celebrates its 5th anniversary!
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The kids’ park “PLAY! PARK ERIC CARLE,” operated by エイアンドビーホールディングス株式会社, will celebrate its 5th anniversary on November 12, 2026. To mark the milestone and annual visitor numbers surpassing 140,000, it will host events including a live art-making event, a new photo spot and workshops.
Facts
Annual visitor numbers have topped 140,000
Celebrates its 5th anniversary
A “Very Hungry Caterpillar” about 4m long
A “Sun” about 3m in diameter
Celebrates its 5th anniversary on Thursday, November 12, 2026
[Aichi-Nagoya 2026] With gratitude for your enthusiastic support — “Thank You for Your Support Fair” to launch in the official online shop from Monday, October 26
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Following the close of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games, a “Thank You for Your Support Fair” will be held in the official online shop from 16:00 on October 26, offering eligible merchandise at 50% off the list price.
Fukaya broccoli production gets fully underway. Mayor announces plans to strengthen the brand / Promoting “Fukaya Broccoli,” Japan’s largest by planted area, nationwide
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深谷市 will launch promotional activities to strengthen “深谷ブロッコリー,” which has Japan’s largest cultivation area, as a new regional brand, using its addition to the designated vegetable list in April 2026 as an opportunity. The activities will include developing dishes and holding tasting events in partnership with 株式会社味の素コミュニケーションズ and 竹本油脂株式会社, decorating the stairs at JR Fukaya Station, presenting the broccoli to rugby teams and athletes, and holding events at 道の駅おかべ, with the aim of raising awareness and boosting consumption.
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Cultivation area: 615 hectares
Number of farming entities: 678
Production value: 2.28 billion yen
Added to the national list of “designated vegetables” for the first time in 52 years, since 1974
クアンド launches pilot project at Fukuoka City sewer infrastructure sites to use AI to record and pass on veterans’ “experience and intuition”
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株式会社クアンド has signed an agreement with Fukuoka City and will launch a pilot project in October 2026 at sewer infrastructure sites, using the remote support service “SynQ Remote.” The project will test the use of AI to record and organize experienced engineers’ judgments and instructions, with the aim of passing technical expertise on to younger engineers and streamlining reporting work.
2 “GTCHA X” gachapon machines installed at the municipal event “Fujisawa Genki Bazaar”; free plays requiring official LINE friend registration generated 377 gachapon experiences
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株式会社ゼロプレイス installed 2 interactive “GTCHA X” gachapon machines at the municipal event “Fujisawa Genki Bazaar,” held in 藤沢市 on October 10, 2026, generating 377 free plays that required users to register as official LINE friends and answer a survey.
Forest conservation that moves from “protecting” to “nurturing and sharing,” starting with forest carbon credits
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A forest management project in Hakone, Yugawara and Sagamihara, filed by 3 companies—ステラーグリーン, 西湘フォレスト and 森林再生システム—was certified under the J-Credit Scheme on January 5, 2026. The companies will advance forest conservation in partnership with 富士急行 and 野口観光.
The same great taste as “タフグミ,” with a crunchy bite and high elasticity: “タフグミ爆粒クランチ”
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カバヤ食品株式会社 will launch “タフグミ爆粒クランチ” for a limited time at convenience stores starting November 10. The brand’s sales surpassed 10 billion yen last fiscal year, and its flagship product has ranked No. 1 in the market for 3 consecutive years.
Achieved 420% in presales on Makuake! Focusing on “overly layered hair” that remains unruly despite care, the new-concept haircare brand “UNBUILD (Unbuild),” which starts with a reset*¹, is now available for general sale
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株式会社HRC has launched general sales of “UNBUILD,” a new haircare brand that resets accumulated buildup. Its Makuake presales achieved 420% of the target.
“東京力車 Fortune-Telling Parlor” opens in Asakusa for a limited time!
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株式会社メディア工房 and 株式会社ライズアップ have partnered to hold the “東京力車 Fortune-Telling Parlor” in Asakusa for a limited time, from November 3 to 16, 2026. A special rickshaw ride accompanied by a fortune teller will also be offered on November 7.
Japanese restaurant “合 Shinjuku” to open, serving seasonal fare around an open kitchen
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UDS株式会社 will open the Japanese restaurant “合 Shinjuku” in Shinjuku 5-chome on November 2, 2026. Located on the 1st floor of ONSEN RYOKAN 由縁 新宿, the restaurant will have 株式会社カゲン as its adviser.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
An approximately 10-meter L-shaped zelkova counter
49 seats
Persimmon, chrysanthemum greens and prosciutto in white sesame dressing: 1,000 yen
合’s standard course: 9,900 yen
Companies mentioned：UDS株式会社、ONSEN RYOKAN 由縁 新宿、株式会社カゲン、artless Inc.