AI News 180m Report

2026-10-28 09:00–12:00 JST

1286 received, 1286 listed, 14 sources ・ Page 6 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1122 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 164 items from 9 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)(1098)

[Participating for the 6th consecutive year!] ALL HEARTS COMPANY joins efforts to support children’s nutrition through the “CBC Charity Fundraiser—Let’s Expand Food Support for Children!” Donations will be raised through signature products such as “Magical Chocolate Ring” and “Smooth Pudding”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社オールハーツ・カンパニー will participate for the 6th consecutive year in the “CBC Charity Fundraiser,” organized by Chubu-Nippon Broadcasting, from November 1 to December 20, 2026. Proceeds from sales of eligible products will be donated to activities supporting children’s nutrition.

Facts

  • 6 consecutive years
  • Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
  • Sunday, Dec. 20
  • Donate 2 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社オールハーツ・カンパニー、中部日本放送株式会社、三菱UFJ銀行、Yahoo!、メルカリ、国連WFP

Original【JAF長野】公道ではできない実技体験をマイカーで!長野ICからのアクセス良好な会場で、運転に不安を持つ方向けの運転講習会を開催。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

JAF長野 will hold a driving course in Nagano City on November 15, using participants’ own cars. The course will teach the basics of safe driving through practical exercises that are not possible on public roads.

Facts

  • Sunday, Nov. 15
  • Enrollment limit: 10 people
  • Minimum number of participants: 5
  • 1,100 yen (tax included)
  • 2,200 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人 日本自動車連盟、JAF長野、全日本交通安全協会、ドリームモータースクール昭和

MUFG First Sentier Sustainable Investment Institute report issued: “Health and the Global Food System: An Investor’s Guide”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

MUFG First Sentier Sustainable Investment Research Institute, jointly operated by Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation and its subsidiary First Sentier Group, has published a new report, “Health and the Global Food System: An Investor’s Guide.”

Companies mentioned:三菱UFJ信託銀行株式会社、First Sentier Group、MUFG ファースト・センティア サステナブル投資研究所、MUFGアセットマネジメント

7th Tourism Community Development Forum: Toward Sustainable Communities to Be Held on Nov. 5, Hosted by the Faculty of Tourism and Community Development

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Faculty of Tourism and Community Development at Kokugakuin University will hold the 7th Tourism Community Development Forum at its Shibuya Campus and online on Nov. 5, 2026. Under the theme “Tourism Destination Management Through the Lens of Hot Spring Resorts,” practitioners from Kurokawa Onsen, Nagato Yumoto Onsen and Tendo Onsen will take part in discussions on achieving sustainable communities.

Facts

  • Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
  • 15:00~18:00
  • More than 100 destination-based tours
  • Phone: 045-910-3800

Companies mentioned:學校法人國學院大學、長門湯本温泉まち株式会社、株式会社DMC天童温泉、歴史の宿 御客屋

SpicyCompany Looks Ahead to Increase in Cyberattacks in the AI Era

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社SpicyCompany is proposing a redesign of Japanese companies’ information systems that separates “data” from “systems,” in response to the growing sophistication and automation of cyberattacks driven by advances in generative AI. To help companies move to an architecture that can withstand intrusions without suffering a fatal blow, it provides vulnerability assessments and consulting through ホワイトハッカー, and is urging companies to review their existing systems and access permissions.

Facts

  • Free: 0120-110-081
  • 〒150-0013

Companies mentioned:株式会社SpicyCompany、SpicyCompany、株式会社ホワイトハッカー、ホワイトハッカー

【Solving Delivery Delays】KIBOR to Stock DC1500V PV-CQD 60sq Cables in Japan by the End of November, Establishing an Immediate Delivery System.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

KIBOR株式会社 announced that it will complete domestic stockpiling of its DC1500V direct-current cable, PV-CQD 60sq, by the end of November 2026 and establish a system for immediate delivery.

Facts

  • DC1500V
  • PV-CQD 60sq
  • By the end of November 2026
  • More than 25 years

Companies mentioned:KIBOR株式会社、日本電線工業会

【Toho Village, Fukuoka Prefecture】The 16th Toho Village Autumn Festival Is Coming!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The 16th Toho Village Autumn Festival will be held at Hoshuyama Ground in Toho Village, Fukuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 1, Reiwa 8.

Facts

  • 2005
  • Approximately 3,000 people
  • 2012
  • More than 400 years

Companies mentioned:筑後地区観光協議会、東峰村役場、久留米市役所

Udemy Business(ベネッセコーポレーション)Joins the “100 Select Human Resources Consulting Companies and Services Guide”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社日本人材ニュース社 announced that it has included ベネッセコーポレーション, provider of Udemy Business, in its “100 Select Human Resources Consulting Companies and Services Guide.”

Facts

  • Used by more than 2,000 companies

Companies mentioned:株式会社日本人材ニュース社、Udemy Business、ベネッセコーポレーション

Original町の園児たちが描いた「りんごの絵」が、森の桜並木に並びます ―中之条ガーデンズ「りんご畑の収穫祭2026」11月7日開幕―

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“Apple Orchard Harvest Festival 2026” will be held from Nov. 7 to 15, 2026, at 中之条ガーデンズ, operated by Nakanojo Town in Gunma Prefecture. Events include the outdoor “Forest Museum” exhibition, the あかいこやmarche market and apple-picking experiences.

Facts

  • Original2026年11月7日(土)から15日(日)までの9日間
  • 9 days
  • Now in its 5th year
  • Original11月14日(土)・15日(日)の2日間に集約
  • 12 vendors each day, 20 in total
  • Limited to 1 per person, 100 yen
  • Experience fee: 500 yen
  • Adults: 800–1,000 yen

Companies mentioned:中之条ガーデンズ、中之条ファーム、あかいこやmarche、アカゲラクラフト、草木染 和mi、chica notch、mäki mökki、spice WAGANCE、OICHOCOFFEE、3kakufoodstand、なんもく村のちょっとしたcafe、nakanojo kraft project、カルテットN、ハナボウズ、中之条町観光協会、上林菓子店、Quilão、Kogomipain、L’atelier Brocante、mugiccoぱん、puputtaa puu、Pizza Celeste、移動喫茶SHUIRO、Koji Koji Moheji、Rinn、YUKKO、庭生 Arbo team、森山加南子、中之条町観光商工課 花のまち推進室

【Free to Attend】Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare to Hold Seminars on Eliminating Overwork in All 47 Prefectures — Hybrid Format Combining In-Person and Online Participation

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold seminars on eliminating overwork in all 47 prefectures starting in October 2026. Participation is free.

Facts

  • All 47 prefectures nationwide
  • 1 session: 120–150 minutes

Companies mentioned:佐川印刷株式会社

【Around 50 Types of Toyama’s Delicious Food and Craftsmanship】Annual Popular Event to Be Held at Nihonbashi Toyama-kan and Yurakucho Ikiiki Toyama-kan!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original富山県商工会連合会は、2026年10月30日から11月5日まで首都圏のアンテナショップにて、約50種類の農商工連携商品や新商品を展示販売する「とやまの逸品フェア」を開催する。

Facts

  • Approximately 50 varieties
  • 12 local commerce and industry associations
  • Oct. 30, 2026
  • Nov. 5
  • Coaster: 2,000 yen
  • Wall hanging: 2,500 yen

Companies mentioned:富山県商工会連合会、ひつじの

Orders Open for Trading Cheki Prints, Trading Matte Can Badges and More from the Anime “TO BE HERO X” at AMNIBUS, an Online Store for Original Anime and Manga Merchandise!!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on Oct. 22 through the online store AMNIBUS for 6 products, including trading Cheki prints and can badges from the anime “TO BE HERO X.”

Facts

  • Available from Thursday, Oct. 22
  • Single item: ¥770 (tax included)
  • BOX: ¥7,700 (tax included)
  • Single item: ¥550 (tax included)
  • BOX ¥5,500 (tax included)
  • Single: ¥440 (tax included)
  • BOX: ¥4,400 (tax included)
  • Single: ¥275 (tax included)
  • BOX: ¥2,750 (tax included)
  • Each: ¥6,050 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥1,430 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社 arma bianca、富士フイルム株式会社、bilibili、BeDream、Aniplex

Aichi Prefecture Qualifier to Decide Representative for the “Gran Turismo 7” Division of the 2026 National Prefectural eSports Championship to Be Held

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Aichi Prefecture qualifier for the “Gran Turismo 7” division of the 2026 National Prefectural eSports Championship will be held on Nov. 7, 2026. The event is organized by 一般社団法人愛知eスポーツ連合 and will take place on the 1st floor of Sankō Nagoya Nishiki Building.

Facts

  • 2026
  • Nov. 7
  • Top 5 participants
  • 19 companies

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人愛知eスポーツ連合、愛知eスポーツ連合、名古屋王者株式会社、一般社団法人日本eスポーツ連合、JeSU

A spacious 2-tier storage box with ample room is here! Freely combine 3 storage styles to create a setup that suits you

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

タンスのゲン株式会社 has launched the “2-Tier Cube Box,” a wide, 60-cm unit with a 2-tier design for storing books and daily necessities. It comes in 3 door styles and 4 colors, and includes connecting and anti-tip parts for added safety.

Facts

  • Width: 60 cm
  • Height adjustable to 14 settings
  • Available in 4 colors
  • Half-door type: approx. 9 kg
  • Top panel: approximately 8 kg

Companies mentioned:タンスのゲン株式会社、タンスのゲン本店、タンスのゲン楽天市場店、タンスのゲンヤフーショッピング店

Original【リニューアル】全国200店舗展開 行列ができる居酒屋『新時代』が名古屋・植田に2026年11月5日(木)リニューアルオープン

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The izakaya 新時代, operated by 株式会社ファッズ, will reopen after renovations in Nagoya’s Ueda district on Nov. 5, 2026. The company announced a limited sale by founder Naoshi Sano, along with store details and company performance.

Facts

  • All drinks ¥94 (¥103 including tax)
  • 300 million units sold to date
  • Original1本50円(税込55円)
  • Group annual sales of ¥30 billion
  • 9,000 employees

Companies mentioned:株式会社ファッズ、新時代、アメリカFC (サンパウロ州)、CAヴォトゥポランゲンセ、ジョインヴィレEC、Breaking Down

株式会社ブリッジワン to Co-Host Practical Seminar for Legal and Tax Professionals on Business Succession, M&A and Recruitment Support in the Construction Industry with Tokyo Appraisal on Thursday, Nov. 26

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ブリッジワン will co-host a practical seminar for legal and tax professionals with Tokyo Appraisal on Nov. 26, covering business succession, M&A and recruitment support in the construction industry.

Facts

  • Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
  • Capacity: 30–40 people
  • Participation fee: 3,000 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社ブリッジワン、株式会社東京アプレイザル、株式会社ビズリーチ

Turning Discarded “Coffee Grounds” into Next-Generation Sweets! Commercial Frozen Cake “ReGrounds Latte Mille-Crepes,” Made with a New Ingredient, to Launch Nov. 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Wa Rising株式会社 will launch “ReGrounds Latte Mille-Crepes,” a commercial frozen cake made with discarded coffee grounds processed into a new material, cellulose nanofiber, on Nov. 1, 2026.

Facts

  • From Nov. 1, 2026
  • 6 slices
  • Best-before period: 180 days
  • Storage: Keep frozen at -18°C or below

Companies mentioned:Wa Rising株式会社、Wa Rising株式会社

You don’t have to tell your whole life story to create a personal history. “Life Capsule” turns a 2-hour interview into a book.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ライフカプセル offers “Life Capsule,” a service that creates a personal history book combining photographs and text based on themes such as hobbies and work, through an interview lasting about 2 hours.

Facts

  • An interview lasting about 2 hours
  • Yui (YUI): 154,000 yen (tax included)
  • Tsuzuri: 264,000 yen (tax included)
  • Tsutae: 1,100,000 yen (tax included)
  • About 45 days after the interview

Companies mentioned:株式会社ライフカプセル

Teaser website unveiled for “Dualscape,” a 2-hotel project at the gateway to the Shimanami Kaido [Imabari, Ehime Prefecture]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original四電ビジネス株式会社は、愛媛県今治市のしまなみ海道の玄関口に整備する宿泊施設「Dualscape」のティザー版ホームページを2026年10月28日に公開した。同施設は、「CYCLING HOTEL」と「SEASIDE VILLAS」の2つの異なる個性を持つ宿泊施設で構成され、それぞれ2027年10月と2028年秋頃に開業予定。

Facts

  • October 28, 2026
  • October 2027
  • Around autumn 2028

Companies mentioned:四電ビジネス株式会社、株式会社アトリエ・天工人、株式会社タニグチ

Uchidaya Udon, one of the “4 major udon brands of Fukuoka,” makes its first foray into the Kanto region

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original「福岡4大うどん」の一つであるうちだ屋うどんが、2026年11月26日に横浜市に関東初出店する。株式会社こむぎ傘下となり、創業以来のこだわりを踏まえ和風レストランスタイルで展開する。

Facts

  • Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
  • Since its founding in 1977
  • 44 locations (as of June 2026)
  • The first 5 days after opening
  • For the first 50 customers

Companies mentioned:株式会社うちだ屋、株式会社こむぎ

Originalグッド・エナジー、中古低圧太陽光発電所の買取契約が前年同期比21.6%増の90件に

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社グッド・エナジーは、2026年4〜9月の中古低圧太陽光発電所の買取契約件数が前年同期比21.6%増の90件だったと発表した。月別では6月に最多の21件を記録した。

Facts

  • 90 applications
  • Up 21.6%
  • 74 cases
  • An increase of 16 agreements
  • 21 homes

Companies mentioned:株式会社グッド・エナジー、グッド・エナジー

Cultivating “strengths AI cannot use” through creative work and voice-waveform analysis—Vireson holds “Color, Sound and Voice Experience Lab”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社Viresonは、一般社団法人日本カラープランニング協会と共同で「色・音・声の体験ラボ」を開催し、創作活動とCNP分析を通じて「AIに使われない力」を育む取り組みを行った。

Facts

  • Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
  • A song about 15 seconds long
  • Audio in which the same sound was vocalized 5 or more times
  • Approximately 6–9 seconds
  • 12 items in total

Companies mentioned:株式会社Vireson、一般社団法人日本カラープランニング協会、九州産業大学、慶應義塾大学、セブン-イレブン

Nationwide subsidy and grant data updated daily and released free as open data — approximately 9,800 entries covering the national government, 47 prefectures and more than 1,600 municipalities

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original日本補助金支援機構株式会社は、国・47都道府県・市区町村の公募情報を自動巡回し、約9,800件の補助金・助成金データをオープンデータとして無料公開している。

Facts

  • Approximately 9,800 entries
  • 47 prefectures
  • 1,741 cities, wards, towns and villages
  • 1,735 official websites
  • 990 yen per month (tax included)
  • 9,900 yen per year (tax included)

Companies mentioned:日本補助金支援機構株式会社、Claude、Codex

川崎幸病院’s 川崎大動脈センター to hold “Aortic Community 2026”! A day to consider postoperative peace of mind and healthy living with patients and their families

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original社会医療法人財団石心会川崎幸病院の川崎大動脈センターは、2026年10月4日に川崎日航ホテルで『大動脈コミュニティ2026』を開催し、480名の患者と家族が参加して術後の生活支援や医療技術の理解を深めた。

Facts

  • Oct. 4, 2026
  • 480 people
  • 90% or more

Companies mentioned:社会医療法人財団石心会、川崎幸病院、川崎大動脈センター、川崎日航ホテル

Enjoy the 岩手県政150周年記念パレード from the “Heartful Area.” A total of 51 people from 13 families, including 5 children who use ventilators, will watch the parade.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original認定NPO法人Plus One Happinessは、2026年11月7〜8日に岩手県政150周年記念パレードを対象とした「ユニバーサルツアー」を開催し、重症心身障害児・医療的ケア児を含む13家族・51名が参加する。

Facts

  • Original2026年11月7日(土)〜8日(日)
  • 13 families
  • 51 people
  • 11 people will use buggies
  • 2 children will participate
  • 岩手県’s 150th anniversary

Companies mentioned:認定NPO法人Plus One Happiness、岩手県、陸前高田市、大船渡温泉、母子小児訪問看護ステーションcocolu、シェア活 ゆるーい仲間づくり、(公財)いきいき岩手支援財団

[Event Report] Chiharu Nosaku takes the stage! Solva’s first “Place-Making Management School” concludes to great acclaim, with the second session set for 11/18

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalソルバ株式会社は2026年10月20日、桑名のSOLBA Solution Labにて「場づくり経営塾」第1回を開催し、株式会社能作の能作千春氏が講演。大盛況を受け、11月18日に第2回開催が決定した。

Facts

  • A tourism hub that draws as many as 130,000 people a year
  • More than approximately 130,000 visitors a year
  • Capital: 80 million yen

Companies mentioned:ソルバ株式会社、株式会社能作、株式会社0100010(エンセンテン)

Bringing a beauty brand born from the knowledge and experience of Japanese estheticians to the world. “Rin beauty by Cantik” begins overseas sales

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original合同会社Cantikは、エステティシャン渡辺千春が開発した美容ブランド「Rin beauty by Cantik」の海外販売を2026年10月から開始した。越境EC支援サービス「WorldShopping BIZ」を導入し、NMNサプリメントやスキンケア製品4商品を世界220以上の国・地域で販売する。

Facts

  • From Oct. 2026
  • More than 220 countries and regions worldwide
  • 4 products in total
  • 18 years of treatment experience
  • 10% OFF
  • Original2026年11月12日 15:00まで

Companies mentioned:合同会社Cantik、株式会社ジグザグ

Salon booking cancellation rate highest in the 10 a.m. hour at 16.6%

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社リザービアは、全国のサロン予約データ26週間分を集計した調査レポートを公開。キャンセル率が最も高いのは朝10時台の16.6%で、予約数も同時間帯が最多だった。最も低いのは22時台の11.2%。全時間帯の平均は15.2%。

Facts

  • 16.6% in the 10 a.m. hour
  • Original22時台の11.2%
  • Average across all time slots (15.2%)
  • 26 weeks of data

Companies mentioned:株式会社リザービア、リザービア

OriginalAIで法人顧客に選ばれる銀行は何が違う?AIが1番読むサイトは、ChatGPTが金融機関(59%)、Geminiがメディア(44%)【522問・2,088回答を独自調査】

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalバクリ株式会社とDr.AISEO株式会社が実施した調査によると、ChatGPTは金融機関の公式サイトを59%参照し、Geminiはメディア・専門家の記事を44%参照している。

Facts

  • 522 questions
  • 2,088 answers
  • Reads public institutions 38% of the time

Companies mentioned:バクリ株式会社、Dr.AISEO株式会社、ChatGPT、Gemini、日本政策金融公庫、中小企業庁、金融庁、信用保証協会

“Can fish really be frozen with just ice?” HYPER ICE, a power-free cooling material that maintains temperatures of about −20°C, to be demonstrated freezing fish at Food Factory Week 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalミックス&マッチ株式会社は、2026年11月18日から東京ビッグサイトで開催される「食品工場Week 東京 2026」に出展し、電源不要で約−20℃を維持する冷却素材「HYPER ICE」を用いた魚の凍結実演を行う。

Facts

  • November 18–20, 2026
  • About −20°C
  • −21.3℃
  • Capital: 10 million yen

Companies mentioned:ミックス&マッチ株式会社

[Free BIM software] ChatBIM “ACIMUS” lets users create BIM models through AI chat; “Starter Plan (Free),” with no expiration date, launches in November 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社ACIMUSは、AIチャットでBIMモデルを作成・編集できるクラウドサービス「ChatBIM ACIMUS」において、2026年11月から利用期限のない無料プラン「Starterプラン(無料)」を提供開始する。1社あたり最大5人まで無料で使用可能であり、近日中には2D図面や画像からBIMモデルを一括生成する新機能「ACIMUS KIWARI」も公開予定である。

Facts

  • Original1社5人まで
  • ¥12,000 per month
  • Up to 20 people

Companies mentioned:株式会社ACIMUS

Original【株式会社アシタへ】小出恵介主演 ! 作品収益1億円突破のBUMPオリジナル大ヒットショートドラマ、待望のシーズン3となる『3000万稼げ!-ヤクザ抗争編-』を企画制作

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社アシタへ planned and produced “Yakuza Conflict Arc,” the latest installment in the short-drama series “Earn 30 Million!” starring Keisuke Koide. The previous installment surpassed ¥100 million in revenue, and the new installment will begin streaming on the short-drama app BUMP on October 28, 2026.

Facts

  • ¥100 million in revenue from the title
  • 30 million views among social media users
  • 5 million total downloads
  • 7 billion views

Companies mentioned:株式会社アシタへ、emole、イトーカンパニー、BUMP

Become the owner of a university entrance exam prep school, even without teaching experience. Recruiting owners for the first school in each municipality under a “zero instructors” franchise model, with lessons taught by headquarters teachers | マナビライト

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社アリカノ is recruiting franchise owners for マナビライト, an online one-on-one tutoring service for university entrance exam preparation. Under its “zero instructors” model, headquarters provides the instructors, while owners handle only sales and customer service; no teaching experience is required. The first school in each municipality will be open for franchise applications from October 2026, with a franchise fee of ¥3 million, excluding tax.

Facts

  • Franchise fee: ¥4 million, excluding tax
  • ¥3 million, excluding tax, until 10 franchise schools have opened
  • As short as 2 weeks
  • Teachers hired from 7,271 applicants nationwide
  • Curriculum development from 709 units
  • Instruction fees paid to teachers: 20% of sales
  • Royalty: 12% of sales
  • Starting with 5 students

Companies mentioned:株式会社アリカノ、マナビライト

Right Brothers to launch corporate training program for M&A professionals on November 1

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Right Brothers株式会社 will launch a corporate training program on November 1, 2026, using “M&A Management Board Game〈Food Service Industry Edition〉,” a board game it co-developed with エンタケア研究所.

Facts

  • Nov. 1, 2026
  • Original1セット4名まで
  • Duration: 120–180 minutes
  • Original基本料金 :1セット132,000円(税込)

Companies mentioned:Right Brothers株式会社、株式会社エンタケア研究所

World’s first method developed to automatically detect satellite surface charging using AI

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Kyushu Institute of Technology and JAXA developed a method to automatically detect surface charging on satellites using AI, extracting approximately 3,000 events from approximately 19 years of data.

Facts

  • Approximately 19 years
  • approximately 3,000 cases

Companies mentioned:国立大学法人九州工業大学、宇宙航空研究開発機構、JAXA、国立大学法人新潟大学、米国地球物理学連合、日本学術振興会

[From Kagoshima] New shade added to D-RAY’s “D-KISSルージュ” lipstick, available for a limited time in a new package and limited quantities: “pink beige,” a color for everyday wear [Featured in the December issue of MAQUIA]

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株式会社オーガランド will release a limited-edition new “pink beige” shade of D-RAY’s “D-KISSルージュ” lipstick on October 27, 2026. The price is ¥2,200, tax included.

Facts

  • Oct. 27, 2026
  • 2,200 yen
  • 8 colors in total
  • Cumulative sales: 2.57 million units
  • Celebrating its 14th anniversary
  • Number of employees: 194

Companies mentioned:株式会社オーガランド、D-RAY、MAQUIA、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、auPAYマーケット、Qoo10、Amazon

Original【静岡県磐田市】「クア・アンド・ホテル 磐田健康ランド」2028年秋開業へ

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Original株式会社クア・アンド・ホテルは、静岡県磐田市高見丘にホテル併設型大型温浴施設「クア・アンド・ホテル 磐田健康ランド」を新設し、2028年秋の開業を目指すと発表。客室約200室、飲食店3店舗、24時間営業を予定し、年間約40万~50万人の入館者を見込む。経済産業省の大規模成長投資補助金(投資額約40億円)に採択され、2026年10月5日付で交付決定。飲食テナント出店の募集と新規雇用200人程度の計画も公表した。

Facts

  • We are targeting an opening in fall 2028
  • Approximately 200 hotel rooms
  • Investment amount at the time of the subsidy application: approximately ¥4 billion
  • Annual average: 7.0%
  • Original年間約40~50万人の入館者を想定しています
  • Plans call for approximately 200 people, including tenant employees
  • Plans call for a parking lot with space for approximately 500 vehicles
  • Approximately 4,500 tsubo
  • Grant approved on October 5, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社クア・アンド・ホテル、経済産業省、ららぽーと磐田、石和健康ランド、信州健康ランド、駿河健康ランド

Wins contract for major renovation work at a waste treatment facility (Kazo Clean Center)

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株式会社タクマ won a contract from 加須市 in Saitama Prefecture for major equipment upgrades at Kazo Clean Center. The work aims to extend the facility’s service life by 15 years through upgrades to combustion equipment and other systems, and to reduce CO2 emissions by at least 3%.

Facts

  • More than 70%
  • For 15 years
  • At least 3%
  • Approximately 380 facilities
  • 216 tons/day
  • 108 tons/day × 2 furnaces
  • March 1998
  • September 2026–March 2029
  • 2 years and 7 months

Companies mentioned:株式会社タクマ、加須市、環境省

Introducing the next issue of カイゴのチカラ, a magazine exploring caregiving: NO.138, “Special Feature: Did You Know? The History of People with Dementia”

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A preview of the next issue of the caregiving magazine カイゴのチカラ, NO.138, to be published on December 1, 2026. The issue features the history of dementia and includes information on subscription prices, the digital edition and official social media accounts.

Facts

  • NO.138
  • Published December 1, 2026
  • 3 times a year
  • Annual subscription: ¥2,970
  • Original1冊1,100円
  • Digital edition (Amazon Kindle): ¥1,000

Companies mentioned:公益財団法人 社会福祉振興・試験センター、Amazon Kindle

Food experience program “Farm to Stadium” to be held at “TINY GARDEN FESTIVAL 2026 at ASICS SATOYAMA STADIUM”

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FC今治 will present “Farm to Stadium,” a collaborative program with art venture ehime, an art communication project bringing together Ehime Prefecture, Tokyo University of the Arts and local residents, at “TINY GARDEN FESTIVAL 2026,” which it is co-hosting with 株式会社アーバンリサーチ at アシックス里山スタジアム. Special dinner and breakfast programs will be held on November 7 and 8, featuring dishes made with local ingredients and opportunities to meet producers.

Facts

  • 5,000 yen (tax included)
  • Capacity: 30 people
  • 2,500 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:FC今治、株式会社アーバンリサーチ、アシックス里山スタジアム、art venture ehime、LOOP、株式会社今治.夢スポーツ

[AFURI Ramen] A bowl fragrant with yuzu amid the autumn leaves. Limited-time pop-up at the lower shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine from October 31!

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AFURI Ramen and ZUND-BAR will open a limited-time pop-up at the Sanpai-den of the lower shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine from October 31, 2026, serving 5 types of ramen, including yuzu shio ramen, as well as craft beer.

Facts

  • From Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
  • 5 types of ramen
  • The 2015 Michelin Green Guide Japan
  • Nearly 700 meters above sea level

Companies mentioned:AFURI株式会社、らーめん AFURI、ZUND-BAR、AFURI BREWING

OriginalリーガルAI搭載のALSP(代替法務サービスプロバイダー)「クラウドリーガル」が弁護士ドットコム主催「Legal Innovation Conference 〜今こそ見直す法務業務の最適解」に共同出展

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OriginalMOLTON株式会社は、弁護士ドットコム主催の「Legal Innovation Conference」にリコージャパンと共同出展する。

Facts

  • Limited to the first 500 applicants
  • Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Companies mentioned:MOLTON株式会社、a23s株式会社、BUSINESS LAWYERS / 弁護士ドットコム株式会社、リコージャパン株式会社

A travel backpack that lets you access your belongings without taking it off raised ¥4.8 million on its first day on Makuake, about 1.4 times the previous model’s total. 55% of prospective buyers said they would recommend it to family, with comments such as “for my husband who travels frequently for work” and “for my daughter who is raising children”

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合同会社NIG launched its new “QUICK PACK traveler biz” travel backpack, which lets users access their belongings without taking it off, on Makuake and raised ¥4.8 million in support purchases on its first day.

Facts

  • ¥4,800,220
  • Approximately 1.4 times
  • 55%
  • Target amount: 300,000 yen
  • 1,600%
  • More than 3.3 million yen
  • 181 people
  • 209 people
  • 340 people
  • 43%
  • 63.5%
  • 34,200 yen
  • Up to 40% OFF
  • 21,880 yen

Companies mentioned:合同会社NIG、NIG、Makuake

Paper co-authored by our employee Kohei Kondo and others wins Best Paper Award (second place) at international conference “SEKE 2026”

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A co-authored paper on concurrency in the Go language, presented as individual research at 北陸先端科学技術大学院大学(JAIST) by Kohei Kondo, an employee of 株式会社アンチパターン, won the Best Paper Award (second place) at the international conference “SEKE 2026,” held in Canada in October 2026.

Facts

  • October 2026
  • The 38th International Conference
  • 73 items to be verified
  • 2 bugs

Companies mentioned:株式会社アンチパターン、北陸先端科学技術大学院大学、JAIST、Cloudflare

Bring joy to gift-giving with beautiful wrapping. Christmas limited-edition gift wrapping from deux C(ドゥ・セー) launches on Friday, October 30

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The lifestyle goods shop deux C(ドゥ・セー), operated by (株)フィル・エ・クチーレ, will launch Christmas 2026 limited-edition gift wrapping on October 30. The design features red and silver, and a drawstring bag will be added for the first time. From November 6, the online store also plans to feature products such as bags, gloves, mugs and stuffed toys as Christmas gifts.

Facts

  • 2026 Christmas wrapping
  • 220 to 440 yen
  • S 330 yen
  • M 385 yen
  • Small 55 yen
  • Large 110 yen
  • Free
  • Gray and ivory, 7,700 yen each
  • Ivory and blue, 3,630 yen each
  • 1,650 yen
  • 2,200 yen each
  • Friday, Nov. 6
  • 34 locations in Japan

Companies mentioned:株式会社フィル・エ・クチーレ、deux C(ドゥ・セー)

Originalオリエンタルラジオ・藤森慎吾が北海道を「ととのえる」!悩みを抱える街や人を訪ね、解決策を探るお助けバラエティ『藤森湯』。UHBで11月29日(日)ごご4時から放送!

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An overview of “Fujimori-yu,” a variety show featuring Shingo Fujimori of オリエンタルラジオ, airing on 北海道文化放送(UHB) on November 29 at 4 p.m. As a sento bathhouse manager, he helps solve the problems of Hokkaido residents.

Facts

  • Nov. 29
  • 4 p.m.
  • 5 o’clock

Companies mentioned:北海道文化放送株式会社、UHB、オリエンタルラジオ、&sauna

Make mealtimes more enjoyable with a one-of-a-kind dish. deux C(ドゥ・セー) holds a “Utsuwa Coloring Workshop” for parents and children at the Minamoa Cultural Festival

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The lifestyle goods shop deux C(ドゥ・セー), operated by (株)フィル・エ・クチーレ, held a “Utsuwa Coloring Workshop” at the Minamoa Cultural Festival, held at Hiroshima Station Building minamoa on October 24 and 25.

Facts

  • October 24 and 25
  • 34 locations in Japan

Companies mentioned:株式会社フィル・エ・クチーレ、deux C(ドゥ・セー)、welcome to our table、PR TIMES

Protection without sacrificing mobility. German brand EVOC launches the “TORSO PROTECTOR BACK” for skiing and snowboarding

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German sports bag and protection brand EVOC is launching the “TORSO PROTECTOR BACK,” a back protector for skiing and snowboarding, for the 2026-27 winter season. It uses the brand’s proprietary “LITESHIELD FLEX” material, certified to European standard EN 1621-2 Level 2, combining impact protection with flexibility. The price is 19,250 yen, including tax.

Facts

  • 2026-27 winter season
  • European standard EN 1621-2 Level 2
  • Average value of 9 kN or less
  • Maximum of 12 kN or less
  • Level 1 average value of 18 kN or less
  • From −20°C to +40°C
  • Price: ¥19,250 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:EVOC、ライクス株式会社

Mitarashi dango to go on sale from November 11 at 五十鈴茶屋 阪神梅田本店, operated by Akafuku

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株式会社赤福 will begin selling mitarashi dango at 五十鈴茶屋 阪神梅田本店 on November 11, 2026.

Facts

  • Nov. 11, 2026
  • 1,000 yen (tax included)
  • 5-piece pack

Companies mentioned:株式会社赤福、五十鈴茶屋 阪神梅田本店

Enjoy at home the kuromoji tea served at 五十鈴茶屋本店|Isuzu Chaya, operated by Akafuku, launches a 3-bag tea product on November 1

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Isuzu Chaya, operated by Akafuku, will launch a 3-bag tea product featuring the kuromoji tea served in its shop on November 1.

Facts

  • 600 yen (tax included)
  • 3 pieces
  • 1.5 g per bag
  • Original1包につき140ml

Companies mentioned:株式会社 赤福、五十鈴茶屋本店、赤福 髙島屋大阪店 西ゾーン

Original【ちば経済産業新聞】第1回ビジネス交流会、参加者満足度91%超え。「業種を越えた出会い」に高評価

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The first business networking event hosted by 株式会社千葉日報デジタル was held on October 21, 2026, with approximately 30 participants. Satisfaction stood at 91.6%, and connections across industries were highly rated. That same day, the web media outlet CHIBAKEIオンライン and members-only community チバケイ・パートナーズ also launched.

Facts

  • 91.6% satisfaction
  • About 30 people
  • Average: 4.58/5
  • 12,000 yen per year

Companies mentioned:株式会社千葉日報デジタル、ちば経済産業新聞、千葉商工会議所、株式会社ベンチャー広報、スターバックス、シャトレーゼ、CHIBAKEIオンライン、チバケイ・パートナーズ、一般社団法人かずさーズ、かながわ経済新聞、JR千葉駅前

NTTドコモビジネス case study | “Community design” as an option for organizational transformation. Internal community initiatives supporting CX transformation.

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株式会社mct, which supported NTTドコモビジネス in launching the internal “takibi” community to improve CX, introduces the 3-month initiative.

Facts

  • 3-month community design initiative

Companies mentioned:NTTドコモビジネス、株式会社mct、mct Inc.

Original【1日1組限定クリスマスアフタヌーンティー】ホテルパティシエが贈るツリー仕立てのモンブランや特製スイーツ×4種ムレスナティーで至福のペアリング。甲子園駅徒歩約2分「ホテルヒューイット甲子園」で予約開始

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Originalコアグローバルマネジメント株式会社が運営する「ホテルヒューイット甲子園」は、2026年12月1日から25日まで期間限定で、「アフタヌーンティー with MLESNA(ムレスナ)」のクリスマス特別仕様を開催する。1日1組限定で、ホテルパティシエが作る特製スイーツと4種のムレスナティーを提供し、料金は5,000円(税込)。

Facts

  • Original1日1組限定
  • Dec. 1, 2026
  • Dec. 25
  • 5,000 yen
  • Approximately 2 minutes

Companies mentioned:コアグローバルマネジメント株式会社、ホテルヒューイット甲子園、MLESNA TEA HOUSE、ムレスナ

Tote bags, gift bags, corporate advertising goods, original LOGO printing, brands, 80% off compared with prices in Japan. Corporate commemorative gifts and promotional items for advertising agencies, wholesalers, distributors and retailers. Shopping marathon begins October 28.

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義烏優豊株式会社(yuuto japan) has started wholesale sales of full-color printed drawstring bags for the Japanese market and is seeking new business partners.

Facts

  • Custom printing, delivered immediately in 10 days
  • 21 years of China-Japan trade expertise

Companies mentioned:義烏優豊株式会社、yuuto japan、Yiwu Yuuto Import & Export Co., Ltd.

AR sports “HADO” expands in North Macedonia! New facility opens, with player development aiming for the 2026 world championships

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HADO Arena Skopje, the North Macedonian base of the AR sport HADO operated by 株式会社meleap, has opened and begun developing players aiming for the 2026 World Cup in China.

Facts

  • 2 HADO courts
  • To be held in China in 2026
  • Available in more than 40 countries worldwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社meleap、HADO

[Reconstruction support for the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake] クラス donates home appliances handled by CLAS to Kumamoto Tekko in partnership with logistics partner プラスサポート

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株式会社クラス partnered with its logistics partner 有限会社プラスサポート to donate home appliances to Kumamoto Tekko, which was affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake. Athlete employees helped deliver and install them.

Facts

  • The “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake,” which occurred on July 28, 2026
  • 3 months have passed since the disaster
  • Fully automatic electric washing machines: 4 units
  • Microwave ovens: 12 units
  • LCD TVs: 4 units

Companies mentioned:株式会社クラス、有限会社プラスサポート、熊本鉄構株式会社、KASHIWA WINGS(柏ウイングス)

【Monday, Nov. 30, 19:00–・Shibuya】A night to expand your business network before year-end! Birthday celebration and executive networking event for コミクス executive officer Shigeo Adachi!

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A birthday party and executive networking event for コミクス executive officer Shigeo Adachi will be held on November 30, 2026, at KOBUSHI BEER LOUNGE & BAR, operated by KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社.

Facts

  • Nov. 30, 2026
  • 19:00
  • A community with 5,000 members
  • More than 200 business networking events annually
  • A network of 10,000 people
  • About 85 companies are participating
  • 10,000 yen (advance payment)
  • 11,000 yen (payment on the day)
  • Led growth to annual sales of ¥4 billion
  • Low cost, starting at 30,000 yen per month (before tax)
  • Examples achieving an ROI of about 15x

Companies mentioned:KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、コミクス、株式会社コミクス、佐川急便

China is the next source of fashion trends. 60% unveils 30 Chinese brands evolving with distinctive sensibilities

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The online store “60%,” which brings together fashion brands from across Asia, has released “Chinese Brand Catalog 30,” a feature introducing 30 Chinese brands that continue to evolve with distinctive sensibilities.

Facts

  • 30 brands to watch
  • More than 2,700 brands
  • More than 150,000 items
  • Founded in July 2018
  • As of October 2025

Companies mentioned:株式会社シックスティーパーセント、60%、muva.、SEXXDEVIL、Emoha、Ash pie、HuDieGongZhu

Original【レペット】Soubresaut バックパックより、日本限定カラーが登場

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Repetto, a French luxury brand with ballet roots, operated by 株式会社ルック, has released graphite gray, a Japan-exclusive color for its iconic Soubresaut backpack.

Facts

  • 27,500 yen
  • 1947

Companies mentioned:株式会社ルックホールディングス、株式会社ルック、Repetto、レペット

Limited to November! “Couple Discount” launches at the Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka studios of self-photo studio PICmii, produced by PLACOLE&DRESSY

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At the 3 PICmii self-photo studios in Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka, operated by 冒険社プラコレ, a ¥500-off campaign for couples and married couples will run for November only.

Facts

  • 500 yen OFF
  • November 1–November 30, 2026
  • The total number of followers has exceeded 2.5 million
  • Total page views have surpassed 2.6 million per month
  • Up to 90% OFF
  • Surpassed 210,000 cumulative downloads

Companies mentioned:株式会社プラコレ、冒険社プラコレ、PLACOLE&DRESSY、DRESSY ROOM YOKOHAMA、DRESSY ROOM NAGOYA、DRESSY ROOM OSAKA、PICmii、カメラのキタムラ、DRESSYONLINE、ViKet Town

Joint food drive donation ceremony at a secondary education school in Isesaki City on Wednesday, November 11〔Gunma〕

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生活協同組合パルシステム群馬 will hold a joint food drive donation ceremony on November 11 at 伊勢崎市立四ツ葉学園中等教育学校. Students will donate the food they collected to 伊勢崎市社会福祉協議会, and take part in exchanges with related organizations and reports on activities.

Facts

  • Capital contributions: 1.15 billion yen
  • Number of members: 52,000
  • Total business volume: 6.36 billion yen
  • Total business volume of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
  • Total number of members 1.77 million

Companies mentioned:生活協同組合パルシステム群馬、伊勢崎市立四ツ葉学園中等教育学校、伊勢崎市社会福祉協議会、群馬県環境森林部、前橋市こども未来部、パルシステム生活協同組合連合会、パルシステム東京、パルシステム神奈川、パルシステム千葉、パルシステム埼玉、パルシステム茨城 栃木、パルシステム山梨 長野、パルシステム福島、パルシステム静岡、パルシステム新潟ときめき、パルシステム共済連、あいコープみやぎ

A feat not achieved by a Tiger in 40 years, since Bass! Commemorative acrylic clock for Teruaki Sato’s Triple Crown, with a Sanspo extra edition. Available from サンスポde通販

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サンケイスポーツ will sell an acrylic clock commemorating 阪神タイガース player Teruaki Sato’s Triple Crown win through サンスポde通販.

Facts

  • ¥11,000 including tax
  • Jersey number “8”
  • Height 270 mm × width 370 mm × thickness 3 mm
  • Uses 1 size-3 battery

Companies mentioned:サンケイスポーツ、産経新聞社、阪神タイガース、サンスポde通販、サンケイスポーツ・メディアクリエイション部

Could the way you speak to them be “leading” or “interrogating”? The December–January issue of the developmental support magazine PriPri Palette features a major special on “rethinking communication.” On sale October 29 (Thursday)

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The December–January issue of PriPri Palette features a major special on “rethinking communication.” It asks readers to consider whether they are leading or interrogating, and introduces a guide to handovers when moving up a grade or starting school, along with sensory integration activities. On sale October 29.

Facts

  • Published 6 times a year
  • 3 activities
  • Price: 2,200 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社世界文化ワンダーグループ、株式会社世界文化社

Send a meal photo on “LINE” and AI analyzes its calories and nutrients: “Agent i” launches a new “Meal Management” agent

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LINEヤフー has launched “Meal Management,” a new agent feature of “Agent i” that uses AI to analyze calories and nutrients just by sending a meal photo on LINE.

Facts

  • Conducted among 5,000 people aged 18 and older nationwide
  • “Health” was the highest at 71.4%
  • up from 38.6% the previous year
  • to 42.0%

Companies mentioned:LINEヤフー株式会社、LINEヤフー、Yahoo! JAPAN、LINE、内閣府、厚生労働省、Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform、Vertex AI、OpenAI

【Customer case】Domestic CNAPP “Cloudbase” publishes customer case for アドソル日進株式会社

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Cloudbase株式会社 has published a case study on アドソル日進株式会社, an independent IT company, adopting the domestic CNAPP “Cloudbase.” アドソル日進株式会社 adopted the solution after evaluating Cloudbase’s usability and cost in response to operational challenges across its departments, achieving standardized company-wide risk management and autonomous operations.

Facts

  • Established: November 2019

Companies mentioned:Cloudbase株式会社、アドソル日進株式会社、スズキ、出光興産、キオクシア、AWS、Microsoft Azure、Google Cloud、Oracle Cloud

オムロングループ and Tokyo Century launch new collaboration on a low-voltage FIT electricity sales guarantee service

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オムロン ソーシアルソリューションズ株式会社 and 東京センチュリー株式会社 will launch a new collaboration on a low-voltage FIT electricity sales guarantee service. Through a special-purpose company jointly funded by オムロン フィールドエンジニアリング株式会社 and 東京センチュリー株式会社, OSS will handle battery control and aggregator operations, while 東京センチュリー株式会社 will arrange financing, helping power producers reduce FIT electricity sales losses.

Facts

  • Starting in May 2026
  • Since 2024
  • More than 40 countries and regions worldwide

Companies mentioned:オムロングループ、東京センチュリー株式会社、オムロン ソーシアルソリューションズ株式会社、OSS、オムロン フィールドエンジニアリング株式会社、OFE、低圧蓄電サービス合同会社

Multilingual communication tool “QRトーク” piloted at Tokyo Metropolitan Otsuka Hospital and Tokyo Metropolitan Tobu Regional Hospital

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ワンミニッツ株式会社 announced that it began piloting the multilingual communication tool “QRトーク” on September 14, 2026, at 東京都立大塚病院 and 東京都立東部地域病院, operated by 地方独立行政法人東京都立病院機構.

Facts

  • There are 4,125,395 foreign residents nationwide
  • The pilot began on September 14, 2026
  • There are 801,438 foreign residents in Tokyo
  • 42.0% of responding hospitals said it was available...

Companies mentioned:ワンミニッツ株式会社、地方独立行政法人東京都立病院機構、東京都立大塚病院、東京都立東部地域病院、AWS

Synology® announces the FC600, bringing flexible deployment and seamless management to indoor surveillance with AI-powered 360° coverage

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Synology has announced the FC600, an AI-powered 360° indoor surveillance camera. It offers 2560 × 2560 resolution, night visibility up to 10 m, and edge AI features such as person detection, and supports Surveillance Station, Surveillance365 and ONVIF.

Facts

  • 360° coverage
  • 6MP indoor fisheye camera
  • October 28, 2026
  • At 30 FPS
  • 2560 × 2560 HDR video
  • Up to 10 meters

Companies mentioned:Synology Japan株式会社、Synology®、Synology

伊勢丹’s 140th anniversary project launches with “WAKU WAKU TO YOU!” as its theme, looking ahead to the next 150 years

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株式会社三越伊勢丹 will launch a commemorative project under the theme “WAKU WAKU TO YOU!” ahead of 伊勢丹’s 140th anniversary on November 5, 2026. The project will include the release of a promotional video, a call for contributions to a commemorative anthology, and special events at 伊勢丹新宿店, including distribution of Gummy-tzel, installation of a Big Tartan Bag and illuminations. It marks the start of new challenges for the next 150 years.

Facts

  • 伊勢丹’s 140th anniversary
  • Toward the next 150 years
  • Since its founding in 1886
  • 伊勢丹 will mark its 140th anniversary on Thursday, November 5, 2026
  • Distributed free in a limited quantity of 1,886
  • Approximately 80,000 lights

Companies mentioned:株式会社三越伊勢丹、株式会社 三越伊勢丹ホールディングス、伊勢丹、新潮、ヒトツブカンロ

Fermented drink brand “素と素” (SOTOSO), born at a botanical garden, makes its debut|First product, “Fermented Ginger Drink,” launches Thursday, October 29

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株式会社クラビズ has launched “素と素” (SOTOSO), a fermented drink brand based at a botanical garden in Kibichuo Town, Okayama Prefecture. It will open its official online store on October 29, 2026, and launch its first product, “Fermented Ginger Drink.”

Facts

  • 75 types of plant ingredients
  • Fermented and aged for more than 3 years
  • Volume: 500mL
  • Price: 6,200 yen (tax included)
  • Original1日30mL(大さじ2杯)を目安に

Companies mentioned:株式会社クラビズ

“Setouchi JAM 2026,” a festival of outdoor fun where music and nature intersect, to be held on Shodoshima on Saturday, November 28

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The event “Setouchi JAM 2026,” themed around nature, music and food and hosted by 株式会社Sunborn, will be held on Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture, on November 28, 2026. Admission is free.

Facts

  • Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
  • 5 acts will perform
  • Born in Miyagi Prefecture in 1981
  • Released 6 albums
  • Born in Tama, Tokyo, in 1995
  • Debuted in 2017
  • Made a solo debut in 2023
  • Born in 1995
  • Began writing and composing music in 2017
  • Released the 1st album, “Everything flows,” in 2024
  • 74th Berlin International Film Festival
  • Born in 1989
  • Has worked as an artist and illustrator since 2022
  • 10:00〜22:00

Companies mentioned:株式会社Sunborn、ODD Foot Works、NHK、岡山大学ユネスコチェア、東京大学先端科学技術研究センター、京都大学ディスアビリティ・インクルージョンセンター、NPO法人須磨ユニバーサルビーチプロジェクト、株式会社Happy OUTDOOR LABO、Patagonia、Vibram

Fewer than half of PDFs published by 30 major companies have titles; search and AI may not be able to identify “what the materials are” — パワーメディア surveys metadata from 165 items across 6 categories, including integrated reports

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株式会社パワーメディア surveyed 165 publicly available PDFs from 30 TOPIX Core30 companies and found that only 45% had titles set, making it difficult for search tools and AI to identify most of the documents.

Facts

  • 30 major companies
  • 6 categories, including integrated reports
  • Metadata for 165 items
  • Titles set for 45%
  • Titles were set for 75 items
  • Even sustainability reports, the highest-ranking category, came to just 58%
  • The author field was blank in 53% of cases
  • Security settings were present in 73%

Companies mentioned:株式会社パワーメディア、パワーメディア、TOPIX Core30

Creating a sense of comfort in autumn in Kyoto. “Custom Hand Cream Experience” and limited-edition “Koyuki Furoshiki” arrive at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹

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Skincare brand “CHEF de BEAUTÉ,” operated by 株式会社桃谷順天館, will hold a POP UP SHOP at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 from November 4 to November 10, 2026. Offerings include a custom hand cream experience, an AI skin analysis and a limited-edition furoshiki set by ambassador Koyuki.

Facts

  • 141 years since founding
  • Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
  • Nov. 10 (Tue.)
  • A difference of just 13nm

Companies mentioned:株式会社桃谷順天館、CHEF de BEAUTÉ、ジェイアール京都伊勢丹、CHEF de BEAUTÉ kyoto

Shipping begins for 2 series of slim, lightweight full-size keyboards that fit neatly on your desk

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Original株式会社バッファローが、薄型・軽量設計の無線2.4GHz接続フルキーボード「BSKBW150シリーズ」と、同キーボードと静音マウスを1つのレシーバーで接続できるセットモデル「BSKBW150Sシリーズ」の出荷を開始した。

Facts

  • Tested for 10 million keystrokes
  • Up to 10 m
  • No. 1 in wireless LAN unit sales share for 24 consecutive years

Companies mentioned:株式会社バッファロー、バッファロー

“Corporate Pickleball & BIZ CUP” to expand eligibility beyond tenant companies from fiscal 2027 and become a tournament to decide Japan’s top company

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Mitsui Fudosan will expand eligibility for the “Corporate Pickleball & BIZ CUP” beyond tenant companies from fiscal 2027, developing it into a tournament to decide Japan’s top team. The fiscal 2026 final will be held on November 7, with 18 teams competing for the title after advancing through qualifying rounds involving 135 teams.

Facts

  • A total of 135 teams
  • 18 representative teams
  • 98% felt closer ties with colleagues and a stronger connection to their company
  • 82% had opportunities to interact with participants from other companies
  • 39% tried pickleball for the first time at this event
  • 99% want to participate in the tournament again next year

Companies mentioned:三井不動産株式会社、NECネッツエスアイ、PwCコンサルティング、EY新日本有限責任監査法人、NTTデータ、住友ゴム工業、ファーストリテイリング、FLUX、ブリティッシュ・アメリカン・タバコ・ジャパン、タイミー、博報堂、ギフティ、富士電機、ダイキン工業、UBS証券、東レ、Sansan

Limited advance sale! “Cacaouche,” a winter-only dessert from 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ, makes its debut. Advance sales begin at ヌーベルバーグ ルタオ ショコラティエ小樽本店 on Sunday, November 1.

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Advance sales of “Cacaouche,” a winter-only dessert, will begin at ヌーベルバーグ ルタオ ショコラティエ小樽本店, operated by 株式会社ケイシイシイ. Price: ¥1,998 (tax included) / 5 pieces.

Facts

  • From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
  • ¥1,998 (tax included)
  • 5 pieces
  • Chocolate made with 66% Ghanaian cacao

Companies mentioned:株式会社ケイシイシイ、小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ、ヌーベルバーグ ルタオ ショコラティエ小樽本店、ルタオパトス店、エキモルタオ店、ルタオ大丸札幌店

[Urgent Security Webinar] Why do information leaks keep happening? “5 blind spots” revealed by a succession of cyberattacks in fall 2026 [No registration required]

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株式会社テリロジー has made a seminar video available for free on YouTube, explaining the latest attack vectors and countermeasures in light of information leak incidents in fall 2026.

Facts

  • 5 blind spots
  • More than 300 companies
  • 4 segments

Companies mentioned:株式会社テリロジー、テリロジー、JPCERT/CC、NICT

Kotatsu tables aren’t just for gathering the family. A new “1-person dining kotatsu” lets you enjoy warmth all to yourself!

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クオリアル, operated by 萩原株式会社, has begun selling a “1-person dining kotatsu” designed for people living alone and personal spaces. Its compact 70 cm width, adjustable height and casters are among its features.

Facts

  • 70 cm wide
  • 49.5 cm deep
  • Adjustable to 6 levels
  • ¥19,990 (tax included)
  • Boasting a 134-year history

Companies mentioned:萩原株式会社、クオリアル

6 companies launch research to build a materials development platform using quantum computers

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OriginalTOPPANホールディングス、アイシン、旭化成、ソフトバンク、AGC、DICの6社は、NEDOの補助事業に採択され、2026年度から2028年度にかけて量子コンピュータとAIを活用した革新的な材料開発基盤構築の研究を共同で行う。

Facts

  • Starting in FY2026
  • Through fiscal 2028

Companies mentioned:TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、株式会社アイシン、旭化成株式会社、ソフトバンク株式会社、AGC株式会社、DIC株式会社、NEDO、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構

CloudCare selected for the co-creation program “MIRAIQA Rejion Canvas” by NissayMIRAIQA

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株式会社クラウドケア was selected for the co-creation program “MIRAIQA Region Canvas,” run by Nissay MIRAIQA Co., Ltd. and eiicon Inc. The program, which began in July 2026, received more than 100 applications from across Japan, and 5 companies, including ours, were selected. The company aims to launch a service within 1 year and will work to address challenges faced by “business carers” in collaboration with the 日本生命グループ.

Facts

  • More than 100 co-creation ideas from across Japan
  • 5 companies, including ours, were selected
  • We aim to launch the service within 1 year
  • This program launched on July 2, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社クラウドケア、Nissay MIRAIQA 株式会社、日本生命グループ、AUBA、株式会社 eiicon

“Popola Town,” a work-experience computer learning program, launches November 1 — seeking education providers, including cram schools and programming classes nationwide, to adopt the program —

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株式会社グローバルキャスト will launch “Work Quest Popola Town,” a work-experience computer learning program for children, on November 1, 2026. It is seeking adoption by existing education providers.

Facts

  • Begins on Sunday, November 1, 2026
  • A total of 9 seasons and 90 lessons
  • Setup fee: ¥100,000 (before tax)
  • Monthly license fee: ¥17,000 (before tax) and up
  • Established: February 20, 2008
  • Capital: ¥100,000,000

Companies mentioned:株式会社グローバルキャスト

“Risk Analysis” feature launches on SPC Literacy+, quantifying employee information security risks and automatically recommending necessary training

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株式会社ソースポッド began offering its “Risk Analysis” feature on Oct. 29, 2026, through its information security training service SPC Literacy+. The feature quantifies employee risks and automatically recommends necessary training.

Facts

  • Launches on Oct. 29, 2026
  • Starting at a monthly fee of 150 yen (before tax), the lowest in the industry (*1)
  • I have been involved for more than 15 years.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ソースポッド、ソースポッド、経済産業省

Investment in Smart Technologies & Resources, a leading domestic tax-free shopping system provider

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Original株式会社マーキュリアホールディングスと伊藤忠商事は、免税システム大手のスマートテクノロジーズ&リソーシーズの持株会社であるキャピタルシップ株式会社への出資を実施した。

Facts

  • Approximately 42.7 million people
  • Approximately ¥9.5 trillion
  • 2,500 companies
  • 100 million yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社マーキュリアホールディングス、En Growth Fund、伊藤忠商事株式会社、スマートテクノロジーズ&リソーシーズ株式会社、キャピタルシップ株式会社、株式会社ベルシステム24、株式会社マーキュリアインベストメント

A cheer for you, doing your best! “Alinamin | Sanrio Characters” tie-up campaign announced

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Starting Nov. 1, Alinamin Pharmaceutical will launch a campaign in collaboration with Sanrio characters including Pompompurin, with promotions on X and purchase bonuses.

Facts

  • Character merchandise worth 500 yen
  • Box of 10 Alinamin drink bottles
  • Box of 6 Alinamin Medical Balance pouches
  • Original cheering charms to mark your belongings (10 designs in total)

Companies mentioned:アリナミン製薬株式会社、株式会社サンリオ

株式会社MAYA STAFFING and 株式会社コラボス launch collaboration on BPO × AI solutions

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Original株式会社MAYA STAFFINGと株式会社コラボスは、BPOおよびAIソリューションの協業を開始した。両社は既存の導入事例で発信効率約1.5倍、コスト25%削減などの成果を上げており、今後は営業支援やコンタクトセンター業務の高度化に向けた共同展開を進める。

Facts

  • 7 locations nationwide
  • More than 1,000 seats
  • Approximately 1.5 times greater outbound efficiency
  • 25% cost reduction

Companies mentioned:株式会社MAYA STAFFING、株式会社コラボス

Harry Styles wears コーチ

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Grammy-winning artist Harry Styles wore コーチ’s Winter 2026 collection during a tour performance at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 23.

Facts

  • Oct. 23
  • 1941
  • TPR

Companies mentioned:コーチ、タペストリー・ジャパン合同会社、タペストリー・インク、ニューヨーク証券取引所

“Dopamine” is the root cause of pleasures that lead us astray! 『ドーパミン断ち』, which presents “how to control yourself” as revealed by cutting-edge neuroscience, goes on sale Oct. 28

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Originalダイヤモンド社は、マイケル・ロング著、中里京子訳の『ドーパミン断ち』を10月28日に発売する。本書は最先端脳科学に基づき、ドーパミンのメカニズムを解明し、欲望や行動をコントロールする方法を解説している。

Facts

  • List price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
  • Original10月28日にダイヤモンド社より発売となります
  • Original判型:四六判・並製・400ページ

Companies mentioned:ダイヤモンド社、オックスフォード大学、ジョージタウン大学、マレー州立大学、ヴァンダービルト大学、インターシフト、文藝春秋、河出書房新社、早川書房、みすず書房、新潮社、ハヤカワ文庫NF、Amazon

Original島根県隠岐の島町・島根日産自動車・テンフィールズファクトリーが「EVを活用した脱炭素社会構築に向けた連携協定」を締結へ【11月6日(金)締結式】

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Originalテンフィールズファクトリー株式会社は、2026年11月6日に島根県隠岐の島町および島根日産自動車とEV活用による脱炭素社会構築に向けた連携協定を締結する。

Facts

  • Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
  • Carbon neutrality by 2050

Companies mentioned:テンフィールズファクトリー株式会社、島根日産自動車株式会社、隠岐の島町

Discover the authentic flavors of Thailand, the birthplace of MKレストラン.

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Original株式会社プレナスは、10月28日に「MKレストラン」発祥の地であるタイの味を提供する新宮店をオープンした。同店は2026年9月末時点で九州に22店舗を展開しており、本場タイ料理のガパオライスやグリーンカレーなどを新メニューとして追加し、店舗デザインもリニューアルしている。

Facts

  • More than 400 locations in Thailand
  • As of the end of Sept. 2026
  • 22 locations in Kyushu
  • Opens Wednesday, Oct. 28
  • 1,089 yen including tax
  • Half-and-half, various options: 1,190 yen
  • Fresh spring rolls and soup set: 227 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社プレナス、MK RESTAURANTS、MKレストラン

A winter crab feast in Kanazawa! A variety of crab dishes available at 3 restaurants from Nov. 7 to mark the start of kobako crab season

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株式会社SU-BEE will begin offering winter-only crab dishes at its 3 restaurants in Kanazawa, Coil, TILE and barrier, from Nov. 7, 2026, to mark the start of kobako crab season.

Facts

  • From 3,900 yen
  • Up to 14,000 yen
  • 8,800 yen (tax included)
  • From 2,980 yen (tax included)
  • 3,580 yen, including tax
  • 3,500 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社SU-BEE、Coil、TILE、barrier

Funds donates 39 used PCs to NPO Rights On Children

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ファンズ株式会社 donated 39 used PCs to NPO Rights On Children, bringing its cumulative total to 70 PCs.

Facts

  • 39 used PCs
  • 70 PCs donated in total
  • Capital: 567,855,216 yen

Companies mentioned:ファンズ株式会社、特定非営利活動法人ライツオン・チルドレン、横河レンタ・リース株式会社

エミレーツ航空 rolls out new innovations for customers who need assistance when traveling; “AccessAbilities Expo Dobui 2026” held in Dubai

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At “AccessAbilities Expo Dubai 2026” in Dubai, エミレーツ航空 showcased new accessibility innovations for customers with visual impairments or mobility restrictions. Its inclusive travel initiatives included biometric boarding gates, wheelchair-accessible lounge suites, an autism support program and improved in-flight entertainment.

Facts

  • 80 travel rehearsals
  • More than 400 families
  • More than 35,000 エミレーツ航空 staff
  • More than 850 movies
  • Audio descriptions for 200 movies
  • 12 Wellbeing TV channels
  • 31 channels of Happiness and Wellbeing podcasts and playlists
  • 10 wheelchair-accessible vehicles

Companies mentioned:エミレーツ航空、Thales

サクサ launches SS8000, its first UTM with an AI filtering function

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サクサ株式会社 will launch the SS8000, a UTM equipped with an AI filtering function for small and medium-sized businesses, in early December 2026. The new product features improved throughput, expanded cyber insurance services and the use of PCR plastic.

Facts

  • Early December 2026
  • 2 times the previous model
  • Up to ¥2 million
  • Approximately 2 times that of the previous model
  • 885,000 yen
  • 1,235,000 yen
  • 1,125,000 yen
  • 1,642,000 yen

Companies mentioned:サクサ株式会社、サクサ、経済産業省、ESET, spol. s r.o.

“I want to eat it again!” “I want to try it!” Chosen by 3,238 people! Yoshikei Menu Election: To mark the company’s 50th anniversary, customer- and staff-selected menus will be delivered over 4 weeks

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To mark its 50th anniversary, ヨシケイグループ is running a special promotion delivering menus selected by 3,238 customers and staff over 4 weeks starting Nov. 2.

Facts

  • Ranked No. 1 for 17 consecutive years

Companies mentioned:ヨシケイ開発株式会社、ヨシケイグループ、日本流通産業新聞社、一般社団法人日本マザーズ協会

2 new hybrid insulation designs focused on “warmth that keeps you moving”

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ミレー・マウンテン・グループ・ジャパン will launch the hybrid insulation jackets “BOSSON HYBRID” and “EVOLE HYBRID” for the 2026 fall/winter season.

Facts

  • 1921
  • Fall/winter 2026 season
  • ¥30,800
  • 35,200 yen
  • 292 g
  • 237 g
  • 700FP

Companies mentioned:ミレー・マウンテン・グループ・ジャパン株式会社、MILLET、ミレー

株式会社CurioTech representative Keitaro Kobayashi featured in “ベンチャー通信”; new PMVV to be rolled out starting Oct. 26

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Keitaro Kobayashi, representative director of 株式会社CurioTech, was featured in the specialist magazine “ベンチャー通信.” In conjunction with the feature, the company began rolling out its new management principles, “PMVV,” internally on Oct. 26, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 26, 2026
  • A goal 10 years in the making

Companies mentioned:株式会社CurioTech、ベンチャー通信

[Newly developed] Scale Drone System Mini for DJI Mini 4 Pro announced—enables operation shared by 2 people, a “primary pilot × secondary pilot”

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スケール株式会社 has developed “Scale Drone System Mini,” a multi-operator system compatible with DJI Mini 4 Pro, and will begin offering PoC projects and customization services on Nov. 1, 2026. By dividing roles between a primary pilot and a secondary pilot, the system improves the efficiency and safety of infrastructure inspections and aerial photography in areas outside radio coverage.

Facts

  • Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:スケール株式会社、DJI、SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.、DJI JAPAN 株式会社、Google LLC、Microsoft Corporation、Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Pickleball equipment online store “ピックルボール・ラボ” begins carrying products as an authorized dealer for U.S. Selkirk subsidiary Bread & Butter; accepting reservations for new paddle “LOCO 2”

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ピックルボール・ラボ, an online pickleball equipment store operated by Experanza合同会社, has begun carrying products as an authorized dealer for Bread & Butter, a brand under Selkirk Sport in the United States. Preorders for the new “LOCO 2” paddle opened on Oct. 14, 2026.

Facts

  • Priced at 37,400 yen (tax included)
  • 16 mm-thick foam core
  • Approx. 41.9 cm long
  • Approx. 18.7 cm wide
  • Approx. 41.1 cm long
  • Has a wider width
  • Grip length: approx. 14.0 cm
  • Approx. 13.5 cm
  • Swing weight: 118
  • 111
  • Twist weight: 6.3
  • 6.7
  • Weight: approx. 224–232 g

Companies mentioned:Experanza合同会社、ピックルボール・ラボ、Selkirk Sport、Bread & Butter、Bread & Butter Pickleball Company、USA Pickleball、UPA-A、The Dink、PPA Tour、MLP、SLK by Selkirk、Selkirk LABS

マーケティングリアルティ to launch Japanese-style “PBSA” to meet the diverse needs of international students

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Originalマーケティングリアルティ合同会社は、京都芸術大学と事業協定を締結し、欧米で急成長するPBSA(特定目的型学生向け住居)を日本市場にローカライズした学生向け賃貸マンション「gallery k.」を展開すると発表した。2030年までに300室・総額約100億円規模のポートフォリオ構築を目指す。

Facts

  • By 2030
  • Develop 300 rooms
  • Original総額約100億円規模
  • Reach 400,000 people by 2033
  • Original日本の留学生数はすでに43万5,200人に達しています
  • 250,000 to 450,000 yen per month

Companies mentioned:マーケティングリアルティ合同会社、学校法人瓜生山学園、京都芸術大学、株式会社Concept K、総合ユニコム

エナジーサプライ named “Outstanding Construction Contractor for FY2025” in アイチューザー株式会社’s joint solar power and battery storage purchasing program

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エナジーサプライ was named an Outstanding Construction Contractor (Business Contribution Award) for FY2025 in the joint solar power and battery storage purchasing program operated by アイチューザー株式会社. This marks its 4th consecutive year receiving the award since 2022. The awards ceremony was held on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts

  • Fiscal 2025
  • 4th consecutive year
  • 2022
  • Oct. 9, 2026
  • 3 business areas

Companies mentioned:エナジーサプライ株式会社、アイチューザー株式会社、iChoosr Ltd.、SAITEKI GROUP

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