[Held in Iidabashi on Tue., Nov. 24] At “StartupList Pitch #126,” all presenting entrepreneurs can receive mentoring from 10 or more investors
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プロトスター株式会社 will hold “StartupList Pitch #126” in Iidabashi on Nov. 24, offering a free event where presenting entrepreneurs can receive mentoring from investors.
株式会社日本生物製剤, a placenta-specialist manufacturer, to offer early access to “PLAREA,” skincare sold exclusively through medical institutions, at a special crowdfunding-only price
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株式会社日本生物製剤 will offer early access to “PLAREA,” skincare sold exclusively through medical institutions, at a special price available only through crowdfunding. The campaign runs from Oct. 25 through Nov. 30.
Announcement of organizational restructuring and personnel changes (general employees)
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MetLife Insurance announced an organizational restructuring and personnel changes for general employees, effective Nov. 1, 2026, including the establishment of a new Sales Growth Promotion Office in its agency division.
[More than 15 million bottles sold cumulatively across the series [1]] “CHAP UP,” ranked No. 1 in Web sales for 9 consecutive years [2], continues its growth: the brand’s journey to becoming a comprehensive men’s care brand spanning everything from hair-growth lotion to skincare
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The men’s hair-care brand “チャップアップ,” operated by 株式会社ソーシャルテック, has surpassed 15 million bottles in cumulative series sales. It continues to evolve as a comprehensive men’s care brand spanning everything from hair-growth products to skincare.
Facts
15 million bottles sold cumulatively across the series
Contains 6 active ingredients
OriginalAmazon過去1ヶ月で5,000点以上購入
OriginalAmazon過去1ヶ月で10,000点以上購入
OriginalAmazon過去1ヶ月で3,000点以上購入
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソーシャルテック、ソーシャルテック、Amazon、LDK the Beauty Men、MONOQLO、通販新聞、楽天、Qoo10、Yahoo!ショッピング
アイブリッジ株式会社 will hold an online seminar on Nov. 11, 2026, about automating sales contribution analysis using “Claude × consumer survey MMM.” Takashi Ogawa of 株式会社秤 will lead the seminar and explain how to deliver analysis equivalent to approximately ¥27 million per person-month for ¥800,000.
Facts
More than 30,000 research projects annually
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
For ¥800,000
Annual marketing budget totals approximately ¥20 billion
Make the most of autumn and winter sauna experiences at COMORIVER! Day-use sauna guests will receive free hot spring admission tickets for a limited time
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COMORIVER, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, will run a limited-time campaign from Nov. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027, giving day-use sauna guests free admission tickets to 玉川温泉.
Bring 100 AI teammates to your team. “Teracy 2.0,” an AI-native office, launches
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Teracy株式会社 has launched “Teracy 2.0,” which integrates AI as teammates. The product aims to improve human focus by automating tasks such as meeting summaries and task management, and connecting with existing tools including Slack and Notion.
Facts
30 minutes for meeting minutes, transcription, and sharing
A practicing mental coach who understands the essence of business success shares insights in the popular “Successful New Business” webinar, returning by popular demand
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アスタミューゼ株式会社 will hold its webinar on “Successful New Businesses” again on Nov. 11, 2026, with current mental coach Chihiko Sugitani as the speaker. The webinar will explain a thinking algorithm that leverages non-cognitive skills.
Exhibiting at “IPF Japan 2026 (International Plastic Fair)”
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住友重機械工業株式会社 Plastic Solutions SBU will exhibit at “IPF Japan 2026 (International Plastic Fair),” taking place at Makuhari Messe from Dec. 1 to 5, 2026. Exhibits will include AI-Drive and manufacturing support drawing on the group’s collective capabilities.
株式会社YORISOI analyzes job-seeker responses by day of the week, finding higher response rates on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
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株式会社YORISOI released an analysis by day of the week based on contact and response data from job seekers, showing that the response rate was higher when initial contact was made on Tuesday or Wednesday than on other days.
Facts
Tuesday’s response rate was 72.5%
Wednesday’s was 63.5%
Approximately 45,000 scouting messages sent to engineer candidates
Survey of 186 people in their 20s seeking employment or a job change
53.8% said they had experienced not wanting to proceed to an interview after applying
Tottori’s winter delicacy, Matsuba crab, opens for fishing on Nov. 6. “かにまつば本店,” where a working fisherman serves as head chef, begins its season on Nov. 8
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“かにまつば本店,” a Matsuba crab specialty restaurant operated by 株式会社英弘水産, a subsidiary of 株式会社フーズクリエーション, begins its season on Nov. 8, 2026. Offerings include carefully selected ingredients prepared by a working fisherman who is also the head chef, as well as the new “特撰かに飯コース.”
Notice of a co-hosted webinar with group company PA Communication | Top-of-mind strategies to be “chosen” by both people and AI, and memorable communication strategies for the beauty and fashion industries
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株式会社ネオマーケティング and group company PA Communication will co-host a free webinar on 2026年10月30日. The webinar will explain top-of-mind strategies in the age of AI search and communication examples from the beauty and fashion industries.
A 4,050-drone show to be held at the 2026 Saga International Balloon Fiesta
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株式会社TryHard Japan announced that it will operate a 4,050-drone show planned and produced by SBI MUSIC CIRCUS at the 2026 Saga International Balloon Fiesta, to be held in Saga City on 2026年11月3日.
Facts
A show featuring 4,050 drones
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday)
More than 4,600 hot-air balloons in total
A light-art display created by 4,056 drones
A 4,000-drone show
20,000 visitors
Companies mentioned：株式会社TryHard Japan、SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、TryHard Holdings Limited、SBIネオメディアホールディングス、オランダ王国総領事館、湘南美容クリニック、SoftBank HAWKS
Tsuchiura City exterior and roof painting specialist Rカラーペイント launches an “Appreciation Campaign” to mark its 11th year in business and 8th fiscal year as a corporation; free photocatalytic coating applied to the entire exterior wall with an exterior painting contract
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株式会社Rカラーペイント, an exterior and roof painting specialist in Tsuchiura City, Ibaraki Prefecture, will run an “Appreciation Campaign” from 2026年11月1日 to 2027年1月31日 to mark its 11th year in business and 8th fiscal year as a corporation. During the campaign, customers who sign a contract for exterior painting will receive free application of “クリスタルシーズンtg” photocatalytic coating across the entire exterior wall.
Actress 莉子 named official ambassador for the HACHIDORI English conversation school
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株式会社HACHIDORI announced that it has appointed actress 莉子 as official ambassador for its English-learning service, HACHIDORI, and established a new “Monthly Unlimited English Conversation Plan” offering integrated support from native-speaking instructors and Japanese coaches.
Facts
Enrollment in this plan has already surpassed 50 people
Original1日1回・25分まで受講できます
One session per month with a Japanese coach
※Enrollment figures are based on the company’s tally as of ［2026/10/27］
“SAKE COMPETITION 2026 Top Award-winning Sake ‘みむろ杉’: Autumn Fine Food and Drink Hopping” to be held from October 30 (Friday) to November 18 (Wednesday)
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JR東日本 will hold a food-and-drink event featuring award-winning SAKE COMPETITION 2026 sake “みむろ杉” at 6 locations in the Greater Shinagawa area from 2026年10月30日 to 11月18日. Guests can enjoy “みむろ杉,” brewed by 今西酒造株式会社, paired with dishes created by chefs. A digital stamp rally campaign will offer a chance to win a limited-edition new sake for 100 people selected by lottery.
Dedicated staff, not cameras, keep watch. New facility “福楽夢（ふくらむ）” opens on 2026年11月1日.
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株式会社福丸 will open “福楽夢（ふくらむ）,” a serviced residence for older adults, in Kizugawa City, Kyoto Prefecture, on 2026年11月1日. The facility, with 47 beds, will adopt a new operating model centered on a “Monitoring Center,” where dedicated staff review and share information from monitoring devices. The center was jointly designed and built with DFree株式会社.
AliExpress signs Japan’s Product Safety Pledge promoted by the Japanese government, working to improve product safety standards and strengthen consumer protection
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Global e-commerce platform AliExpress has formally signed the “Product Safety Pledge (Japan),” promoted by the Japanese government, including the Consumer Affairs Agency, and launched efforts to improve product safety and strengthen consumer protection.
Facts
Launched in 2023年6月
Serves consumers in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide
Launch of a dedicated website for the “Copilot / Copilot Studio hands-on support service,” which supports everything from internal training to the development and in-house implementation of AI tailored to business operations
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ワークスアイディ株式会社 has launched a dedicated website for its hands-on support service, which covers everything from internal training using Copilot and Copilot Studio to support for developing and in-house implementation of AI tailored to business operations.
Facts
While 86.4% of Japanese companies use generative AI for some business purpose
27.0% of companies said they have “no organizational initiatives” to transform business operations using generative AI
Based on a survey of use cases across 10 business functions
Initial response times were reduced from 30 minutes to a few minutes
【カルドセプト ビギンズ】, with cumulative shipments topping 100,000 copies, launches on Steam today, October 28!
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Neos, a subsidiary of テクミラホールディングス, launched the Steam version of 『カルドセプト ビギンズ』, which has surpassed 100,000 copies in cumulative shipments, on October 28. A launch sale and a bundle edition with City Connection are now available.
“I could read English!”—starting with the manga you love. Langaku, an app for learning English through manga, launches quiz ads in Takadanobaba featuring famous lines from popular titles
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Mantra株式会社 will run OOH ads in Takadanobaba featuring famous lines from popular manga as part of a promotion for the English-learning app Langaku, from October 28 to November 24, 2026.
Facts
From Wednesday, October 28, 2026, to Tuesday, November 24
All 4 types will be posted in sequence
Having taught more than 7,000 students to date
A 1,000-yen Amazon gift card will be awarded to 5 winners
Enjoy more than 100 popular manga titles in English
1 free episode per 1 day
Since its founding in 2020, Mantra株式会社
Capital: ¥1,000,000
Companies mentioned：Mantra株式会社、集英社、成蹊大学、慶應義塾大学、杏林大学、日本文体論学会、日本認知言語学会、日本語用論学会、ことわざ学会、NPO法人地球ことば村世界言語博物館、プチ・レトル社、リチェンジ、明日香出版社、X、Amazon、iOS、Android、Google Play
Supporting the healthy growth of local children! Tamanoi Vinegar and セレッソ大阪スポーツクラブ hold an event ～Nurturing children's interest in food through cooking classes and a stadium tour～
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タマノイ酢株式会社 partnered with 一般社団法人セレッソ大阪スポーツクラブ to hold a food education event for parents and children at YANMAR HANASAKA STADIUM on October 24, 2026. The event welcomed 44 participants and included a Halloween-themed cooking class and a stadium tour.
[CONTEC] New 19-inch 3U rack-mount industrial computer, the “VPC-4100 Series,” designed to minimize downtime and optimize on-site operations
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株式会社コンテック began accepting orders in October 2026 for the “VPC-4100 Series,” a 19-inch 3U rack-mount industrial computer for high-reliability edge computing in manufacturing and social infrastructure.
The recommended monitor “GigaCrysta Series” will be exhibited at FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2026 in TOKYO!
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株式会社アイオーデータ will exhibit the recommended monitor “GigaCrysta Series” and provide equipment support for the official finals at “FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2026 in TOKYO.”
The CHOYA (ザ チョーヤ) Ginza BAR, a plum wine cocktail specialty bar, launches 2 new “seasonal dessert-inspired plum wine cream sodas,” inspired by rich butter-scented tarte Tatin and roasted caramel Mont Blanc
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チョーヤ梅酒株式会社 will launch 2 limited-time “seasonal dessert-inspired plum wine cream sodas” at The CHOYA 銀座BAR, a plum wine cocktail specialty bar. The new drinks evoke autumn apples and chestnuts.
Turning small “hard to use” moments into something “easy to use” for everyone. New “Easy-to-Flip Clear Folder”
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ナカバヤシ株式会社 will launch the universally designed “Easy-to-Flip Clear Folder” in late October 2026. It features a finger-grip opening structure and rounded corners, making it easy to use for everyone, including people with visual or motor impairments.
Survey of 3 delivery pizza chains: 『ドミノ・ピザ』『ピザハット』『ピザーラ』｜Survey of 1,000 people
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A survey of 1,000 people conducted by アイブリッジ株式会社’s ranking site “Rank+” found that ドミノ・ピザ, ピザハット and ピザーラ ranked among the top 3 delivery pizza chains by usage. “Taste” and “proximity” were commonly cited as reasons for choosing them.
Launch of “Tsukuyoro,” a web service that enables business use of apps created with generative AI
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ナカバヤシ株式会社 will launch “Tsukuyoro,” a web service that enables businesses to use apps created with generative AI, in late October. The service handles automated inspections, security measures and maintenance in one package, and is available starting at 9,800 yen per month.
株式会社幸楽苑 will offer “Mega Tanmen (Miso/Salt)” for a limited time starting November 4, 2026, at 990 yen. Larger noodle portions are also available in “Giga Tanmen,” along with “Tera Tanmen,” which comes with extra vegetables.
ヤンマーHD and 日立建機 are advancing a strategic collaboration in the compact construction equipment business in North America. CTLs manufactured by YCENA will be supplied to 日立建機アメリカ on an OEM basis and sold under the “LANDCROS” brand starting in fall 2027.
Facts
July 23, 2026
Fall 2027
Annual demand exceeds 100,000 units
April 2027
Companies mentioned：ヤンマーホールディングス株式会社、ヤンマーHD、日立建機株式会社、日立建機、Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, Inc.、YCENA、Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Inc.、日立建機アメリカ、ランドクロス株式会社
Providing a sales support system for the new “digital bus stop secondary name (naming rights)” advertising medium for bus operators
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株式会社ナビタイムジャパン will provide and jointly promote a sales support system for “digital bus stop secondary names (naming rights),” scheduled to go on sale by 西日本鉄道. The system uses technology that visualizes PV counts based on search logs.
[ST Corporation] New limited-quantity “Fuku Kuru Runrun, Lily of the Valley Scent,” featuring a lucky daruma motif, for “Shoshuriki” products for the entryway/living room and toilet
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エステー株式会社 will launch a new limited-quantity “Shoshuriki” air freshener featuring a daruma motif on November 9.
[Oct. 30 (Fri.)–Nov. 18 (Wed.)] Limited-time “MIWA-Miwa” pairing course featuring “Mimuro杉 Dio Abita,” ranked No. 1 in SAKE COMPETITION 2026, at 割烹 BUTAI
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割烹 BUTAI, operated by 株式会社八芳園, will offer the limited-time “MIWA-Miwa” pairing course, combining Nara’s food culture with “Mimuro杉 Dio Abita,” the sake that ranked No. 1 in the Junmai Sake category at SAKE COMPETITION 2026. The initiative is part of an event organized by JR東日本.
Hitachi Digital, a global digital services company connecting cloud, data and AI to business outcomes, launches
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日立製作所 announced that it will integrate GlobalLogic and Hitachi Digital Services and launch a new global digital services company, Hitachi Digital Inc., on April 1, 2027.
Facts
Integration plan for its U.S. subsidiaries announced in January 2026
To be launched on April 1, 2027
With approximately 35,000 professional employees in 27 countries
Providing services to more than 880 customers
Cultivated by 日立 over more than 100 years
Up 46% year over year in the first half
Original2025年度(2026年3月期)売上収益は10兆5,867億円
As of the end of March 2026, it had 606 consolidated subsidiaries
The company has approximately 290,000 employees worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社日立製作所、日立、GlobalLogic Inc.、GlobalLogic、Hitachi Digital Services LLC、Hitachi Digital Services、Hitachi Digital Inc.、Hitachi Digital、ISG Research、HMAX by Hitachi、HMAX
The new “Premio” series, made with quality ingredients to keep you coming back for more: “Giant Cone Premio <First-Picked Matcha Azuki>,” launching Nov. 2 (Monday)
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Ezaki Glico will launch “Giant Cone Premio <First-Picked Matcha Azuki>” nationwide on November 2, 2026, as the initial offering in its “Premio” series made with quality ingredients.
セガ Lucky Lottery PINGU™ ~PINGU'S Donut Shop~ launches! Art themed around a donut shop revealed for the first time
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株式会社セガ フェイブ will launch “セガ Lucky Lottery PINGU™ ~PINGU'S Donut Shop~” at ミニストップ and hobby shops starting October 29, 2026. Priced at 770 yen, the lottery has no losing tickets, with prizes ranging from A to E and a Last Lucky Prize.
Limited-time free-flow drinks included with an all-you-can-eat selection of 90 items, including premium sushi with snow crab, fatty tuna and sea urchin! A luxurious experience on a first-come, first-served basis for 5 parties per day through the end of December 2026!【FUJIYAMA TOKYO 大阪難波店】
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FUJIYAMA TOKYO Osaka Namba is running a limited-time campaign through December 31, 2026, offering standard all-you-can-drink service for the regular price of 9,900 yen with its all-you-can-eat premium sushi and snow crab plan. Reservations are required in advance, and the offer is limited to the first 5 parties each day.
Facts
Regular price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
+1,650 yen (tax included)
All-you-can-eat for 90 minutes
Last orders at 70 minutes
More than 2 million views
About 1,000 stores
Companies mentioned：株式会社Globridge、FUJIYAMA TOKYO 大阪難波店、すし酒場 FUJIYAMA TOKYO 大阪難波店、食べログ
“I’m the only one who would notice that,” “You look weak”… How would those famous manga lines sound in English!? An OOH quiz that will make you want to check the answers is coming to Takadanobaba on October 28
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株式会社カヤック will run OOH ads in Takadanobaba starting October 28 to promote the English-learning app “Langaku,” turning famous manga lines into English quizzes.
Facts
More than 100 popular manga works
90% of employees are creative professionals, including designers and programmers
“Seven Premium Ales,” an authentic ale beer, gets a new taste and package! Made with 100% malt for a refreshing aroma and light taste
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“Seven Premium Ales,” a jointly developed product by 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン and サントリー株式会社, has been fully revamped with a new package and a light taste made using 100% malt. It will go on sale at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide starting November 4.
【Shizuoka Station Building PARCHE】Baumkuchen specialty shop “ねんりん家” opens for a limited time! Its signature “Mount Baum” and winter-only flavors also available
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Baumkuchen specialty shop “ねんりん家,” operated by 株式会社グレープストーン, will open for a limited time at Shizuoka Station Building PARCHE from October 30 through November 8, 2026, offering its signature products and winter-only items.
Original豪華女性アイドルが集結！初開催のアイドルフェス『GIFT 〜Girls Idol Festival Tokyo〜』を11月28日（土）29日（日）の2日間、ABEMAにて無料独占生中継
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ABEMA announced that it will stream DAY2 and DAY3 of the inaugural idol festival “GIFT ~Girls Idol Festival Tokyo~,” taking place November 27–29, 2026, live and exclusively for free. A pre-event special program hosted by Yuki Kashiwagi will also air.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
Friday, Oct. 30
20 acts in total
50 groups
100 winners
Companies mentioned：株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、SGCホール有明、TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO
High-end mecha SRPG “鋼嵐 - メカラシ” gets a major 二周年 update & up to 70 free gacha pulls!
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HK TEN TREE LIMITED is holding a major update and various events, including up to 70 free gacha pulls, to celebrate the 二周年 anniversary of the release of its high-end mecha SRPG “鋼嵐 - メカラシ.”
Facts
Two-year anniversary
Up to 70 pulls
L-size: ¥300
2L-size print: ¥500
12 varieties in total
For 20 winners
Companies mentioned：HK TEN TREE LIMITED、ホライズン社、防衛軍先進兵器研究院、ローソンプリント、ミニストッププリント、Amazon
日本ヴァイオリン makes the first-ever Stradivarius loan in the history of the Henryk Wieniawski International Violin Competition
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株式会社日本ヴァイオリン presented a special award to Ukrainian violinist Bohdan Luts, winner of first prize at the 17th Henryk Wieniawski International Violin Competition held in Poland: a free 2-year loan of the Stradivarius “Marquis de Rivière,” the first such loan in the competition’s history.
Facts
Made in 1711
Free loan for 2 years
Founded in 1935
From 36 countries
252 applications
50 people qualified to compete in the finals
On October 23, 2026
Since 1990
In 2007
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本ヴァイオリン、日本ヴァイオリン、Caressa & Français
Fill it with water, feed it oil, and start the 3.6 cc single-cylinder engine. BLDB launches the “RETROL × OKMO 1115,” a working engine model
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BLDB has begun sales of the “RETROL × OKMO 1115,” a horizontal single-cylinder gasoline engine model with a displacement of 3.6 cc, inspired by an old-style agricultural engine. The finished model requires separately sourced fuel and an electric drill to start, and lets users observe working mechanisms such as a mechanical oil pump and evaporative water-cooling system.
【Filler instructor】Dr. Takanori Nakatsuji, director of 聖心美容クリニック Hiroshima Clinic, presents a treatment strategy for hyaluronic acid injections at the 4th Japan Association of Aesthetic Medicine
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Dr. Takanori Nakatsuji of 聖心美容クリニック Hiroshima Clinic, operated by 医療法人社団美翔会, delivered a talk on practical treatment strategies using the hyaluronic acid product “Restylane®” at the 4th Japan Association of Aesthetic Medicine, held on October 3, 2026.
Facts
Restylane® Lyft Lidocaine 1 ml: 107,800 yen (tax included)
Standard treatment duration and number of sessions: 1 session
Applying specialist knowledge of EQ (emotional intelligence) to talent development: the “EQPI Analyst Training Course,” taken by more than 750 people from approximately 150 companies
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株式会社ＥＱ offers talent development services based on EQ theory and promotes its “EQPI Analyst Training Course,” which teaches leaders and managers specialist knowledge of emotions and analytical methods. As of September 2026, more than 750 people from approximately 150 companies in Japan and overseas have completed the course and received certification.
From Mishima: submissions open through 11/15 for the 3rd Shizuoka Picture Book Episode Award, themed “Memories of Picture Books”
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The 3rd Shizuoka Picture Book Episode Award, launched in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is inviting submissions of memories involving picture books. Entries will be accepted from July 15 to November 15, 2026, as part of the “Building a Reading-Friendly Community” initiative selected by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
Crunchy, chewy, and gooey. Winter-only offerings, including monthly chocolate × Basque cheesecakes featuring Amaou strawberries and Yame roasted green tea, let diners enjoy changing textures and arrive at THE LIVELY 福岡博多 from 11/17.
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MELTING WINTER, a winter-only menu, will be available from November 17, 2026, at THE LIVELY 福岡博多, operated by 株式会社グローバルエージェンツ. Offerings include MELTY BASQUE, a monthly chocolate × Basque cheesecake featuring Amaou strawberries and Yame roasted green tea, as well as seasonal drinks.
Facts
A 1,200-room boutique hotel
About 13 buildings
¥1,200 each (tax included)
Original2名1室24,200円～
Nonalcoholic drinks: ¥800 each (tax included)
Alcoholic drinks: ¥1,000 each (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社グローバルエージェンツ、LIVELY HOTELS、THE LIVELY 福岡博多、THE LIVELY BAR 福岡博多、SOCIAL APARTMENT、.andwork、Sooo LIQUID
Indulgence is a treat, too. Fall’s blissful gourmet offerings: 焼肉屋さかい to hold its “Korean Gourmet Fair” starting Wednesday, November 4.
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焼肉屋さかい will hold its “Korean Gourmet Fair” for a limited time starting November 4, offering 7 menu items. It also announced a refreshed logo design and the designation of October 7 as an anniversary.
Facts
Reiwa 8, November 4 (Wednesday)–Reiwa 9, January 17 (Sunday)
A lineup of 7 items
¥1,045 including tax
869 yen (tax included)
539 yen (tax included)
715 yen including tax
¥583 including tax
Sales will begin on Friday, November 20.
October 7 has been designated “焼肉屋さかい・炭火焼肉屋さかい Day.”
Official registration date: July 25, 2025
The company opened its 1st store in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, on October 7, 1993.
Changing conversations with young staff who say, “There’s nothing.” Pilot project launches in Mihara City to support workplace communication using AI
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株式会社ロコソル has launched a pilot project for an AI-powered app to support the development of and conversations with young staff, in collaboration with Mihara City, Hiroshima Prefecture.
【circusAGENT】AI automatically enters job seeker information into the system just by uploading a résumé. “Résumé Reading Feature” officially released
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circus株式会社 has officially released a “Résumé Reading Feature” for its recruitment platform circusAGENT, which uses AI to automatically enter information from job seekers’ résumés.
A multifaceted analysis of the characteristics of “sensitive and combination skin,” which can be dry while also prone to stickiness and visible pores
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第一三共ヘルスケア analyzed the characteristics of “sensitive and combination skin,” which is prone to both dryness and oily stickiness and visible pores. The analysis identified reduced moisture levels in the stratum corneum and weakened barrier function, increased sebum on the forehead, and distinctive amino acid composition. It also suggested that a combination of aspartic acid and N-octanoylglycine may help suppress sebum production and strengthen the skin barrier.
KRAFTIA and RKB Holizont special-effects experience area opens in the “Collaboration Square” on the 3rd floor of Fukuoka City Science Museum
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株式会社クラフティア and RKB Mainichi Broadcasting opened the “KRAFTIA and RKB Holizont Special Effects Experience Area” in the “Collaboration Square” on the 3rd floor of Fukuoka City Science Museum on October 1.
“The Rose of Versailles Print Exhibition — Commemorating the Art Book Publication” to be held
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株式会社VISION８ will hold a print exhibition at the EDITION88 flagship shop in Tokyo from November 12 to 29, 2026, to mark the publication of an art book on Riyoko Ikeda’s The Rose of Versailles.
4 LANSCOPE products win “Leader” awards across a total of 10 categories at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”
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4 products from エムオーテックス株式会社’s LANSCOPE brand won “Leader” awards across a total of 10 categories at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” organized by アイティクラウド株式会社.
Free live stream of the draw for the 2026/27 J.League ヤマザキビスケット Levain Cup Prime Round
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Sportsnavi will livestream the draw for the “2026/27 J.League ヤマザキビスケット Levain Cup Prime Round,” to be held on October 29, 2026. Masahiro Yasuda will serve as the draw assistant, and Ryosuke Horiike will host.
コリアーズ International Japan receives the highest, 3-star “Eruboshi” certification
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コリアーズ International Japan has received the highest, 3-star “Eruboshi” certification under the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace.
A new-concept milk wax that lavishly locks in moisturizing beauty ingredients, for a light feel and a hydrated finish: “Style Control Emulsion 5/8” launches!
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株式会社オブ・コスメティックス will launch “Style Control Emulsion 5/8,” a new-concept milk wax for styling permed and straight hair, on November 11, 2026.
株式会社ソフィア announced that it has upgraded Learn365 to v.3.79. The system is an e-learning platform that runs on Microsoft SharePoint Online, and the upgrade includes UI changes and enhanced AI-assisted features.
AXIOLE Authentication Appliance Server: Version with Automatic Certificate Renewal Support Announced
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株式会社ネットスプリング announced a new version, AXIOLE v1.26, of its LDAP-based authentication appliance server AXIOLE, adding features including automatic certificate renewal compliant with the ACME protocol and multi-platform support.
[With prices continuing to rise, how can you make the most of your promotional budget?] Promotional Goods Distribution Center proposes 5 low-cost giveaway items that offer “more value than their price”｜販促品流通センター
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販促品流通センター, operated by 株式会社コーエイトレード, is proposing 5 low-cost giveaway items that offer “more value than their price” to help businesses make the most of limited promotional budgets amid rising prices.
Nature In launches a supplement containing a high concentration of 120mg of reduced coenzyme Q10 per 1 capsule per 1 day
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株式会社Leep has launched Nature In Reduced Coenzyme Q10 Supplement, containing 120mg per 1 capsule per 1 day of reduced coenzyme Q10 made by カネカ社, under its supplement brand Nature In.
筑紫女学園大学 to launch a women’s continuing education school; Waris to supervise and offer AI reskilling and career development programs
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株式会社Waris will participate in career support and program supervision for WE School, a continuing education school for women that 筑紫女学園大学 will launch in fiscal 2026, and will offer a program on generative AI and career development.
According to a survey of conditions in the caregiving sector conducted by クックデリ株式会社, 97.8% of facilities have been affected by rising prices, while 68.7% said they had not seen tangible wage increases. To address labor shortages, 85.8% of facilities are using external solutions or digital transformation (DX) tools.
BIPROGY digital media BIPROGY TERASU publishes interview with ventriloquist Ikkokudo
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BIPROGY published an interview with ventriloquist Ikkokudo, titled “a storyteller ～The Origins of Passion～ No. 11,” on its digital media outlet BIPROGY TERASU.
Handle and view a copy of Nihongo in natural light: special viewing event to be held on Tuesday, November 17, at 名古屋刀剣博物館
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名古屋刀剣博物館 will hold a special viewing event on November 17, 2026, where visitors can handle and view its copy of Nihongo in natural light. Admission is 4,000 yen, with a capacity of 15 people per session.
株式会社トラスクエタ will exhibit at Industrial Exchange Exhibition 2026, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from November 11 to 13, 2026, after its AI document-checking tool TRUSQUETTA was certified under the Tokyo Trial Order Certification Program.
[Business Plus November issue] Former Chunichi Dragons manager Kazuyoshi Tatsunami and Tsukuba University Kendo Club men’s head coach Takahiro Nabeyama featured in a special interview! PL Gakuen classmates discuss the conditions for excellence and the philosophy of coaching
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The November 2026 issue of business magazine Business Plus went on sale on November 1, featuring a special interview with PL Gakuen classmates Kazuyoshi Tatsunami, former manager of the Chunichi Dragons, and Takahiro Nabeyama, head coach of the Tsukuba University Kendo Club men’s team.
RYODEN to exhibit at FOOD Exhibition 2026: Food Safety Japan
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株式会社RYODEN will exhibit at FOOD Exhibition 2026: Food Safety Japan, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from November 11 to 13, 2026, showcasing its Pescle remote pest-monitoring solution, which uses AI and IoT, among other products.
“Automatic Document Creation” feature added to MNTSQ AI Contract Assistant
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MNTSQ株式会社 announced that it will begin rolling out the “Automatic Document Creation” feature for MNTSQ AI Contract Assistant, offered as part of the contract AI infrastructure MNTSQ CLM, from October 28, 2026. The feature controls and automates the creation of first drafts based on templates.
フロッグウェル株式会社 has released a report analyzing changes in medical institutions by prefecture and region for August 2026. New openings and changes in management entities were concentrated in Kanto-Shinetsu, with the report providing a detailed analysis of regional restructuring trends, including changes in the number of practicing physicians and net decreases in hospital beds.
【DOD×RIO Collaboration: The Long-Awaited 2nd Installment!】New “ウサポカ” Snowwear and Boots to Make Winter Outings Something to Look Forward to; Reservations Open October 30 (Friday)
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As the 2nd collaboration between outdoor brand “DOD” from ビーズ株式会社 and 株式会社リオ, the winter snowwear and boots series “ウサポカ” will open for preorders on October 30.
【The “Canceling Chores” Trend】Ditching bath towels, ironing, compressing futons… Cut down on everyday “nameless chores”! ベルメゾン Recommends 10 “Effort-Canceling” Items
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ベルメゾン, the online retail business of 株式会社千趣会, has taken note of the “canceling” trend drawing attention on social media and introduces 10 “effort-canceling” items to reduce everyday nameless chores. A survey highlighted the perceived burden of tasks such as cleaning bathrooms and ironing.
Purification × plant science hair-care brand “Hareca” launches its first Christmas coffret in a limited edition — 3rd original design collaboration with “クラシエ” × “ヘラルボニー”
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クラシエ株式会社 will launch a limited-edition coffret set from hair-care brand “Hareca” on November 13, 2026, as the 3rd collaboration with creative company “ヘラルボニー,” which aims to transform perceptions of disabilities.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
450 mL
４５０ｇ
100 mL
16,500 yen
Companies mentioned：クラシエ株式会社、ホームプロダクツカンパニー、ヘラルボニー、HERALBONY EUROPE
TISインテックグループ’s new TV commercial, “We Can’t Ignore Your Wishes: The Right AI,” to begin airing November 1 (Sunday)
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TISI株式会社, part of TISインテックグループ, announced that its new TV commercial, “We Can’t Ignore Your Wishes: The Right AI,” will begin airing on November 1, 2026. Tsuyoshi Kusanagi and Kaito Yoshimura appear in the commercial, which depicts an approach to resolving customer challenges using AI.
Facts
Airing begins November 1, 2026 (Sunday)
More than 4,500 customers
More than 300 services and solutions
More than 20,000 employees across domestic and international group companies
Companies mentioned：TISインテックグループ、TISI株式会社、TVer、Amazon Prime Video、Netflix、WOWOW、TBS、フジテレビ、ABCテレビ、テレビ朝日、NHK
“Chiikawa” × “東京ばな奈” arrives in Okinawa Prefecture for the first time! A popular staple banana pudding cake, plus an eco-bag set
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A collaboration product between “東京ばな奈,” operated by 株式会社グレープストーン, and popular series “Chiikawa” will arrive in Okinawa Prefecture for the first time and go on sale at サンエー浦添西海岸 PARCO CITY from October 30, 2026.
GSX expands MDR services to strengthen incident response capabilities at mid-sized and small businesses
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グローバルセキュリティエキスパート株式会社 (GSX), in partnership with BLACKPANDA JAPAN株式会社, will begin offering “IR-1,” a pre-contracted incident response service, and the “MDR Service Fast Forensics Option,” which bundles digital forensics and cyber insurance as options for “GSX MDR Service for CrowdStrike Falcon®,” from November 1, 2026, to strengthen incident response capabilities at mid-sized and small businesses.
Facts
Receives more than 300 consultations a year about cyberattack damage
From 24/365 alert analysis to initial forensic response in an emergency
Launch date: November 1, 2026
In principle, responds within 1 hour of the customer’s initial request
Capital: 546 million yen (as of the end of March 2026)
Popular Korean local-experience platform “ソムシダン (SSSD)” launches “SOMDAY,” a global service for foreign visitors to Korea
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Korean local-experience platform “ソムシダン (SSSD)” has launched “SOMDAY,” a global service for foreign visitors to Korea. Drawing on a network of approximately 270,000 pieces of content and approximately 30,000 creators, it offers experiences such as K-beauty and traditional culture.
Facts
Approximately 270,000 pieces of content to date
Around 30,000 people
Approximately 3 million people
85％
Companies mentioned：Somssidang Company Co., Ltd.、ソムシダン、SSSD、SOMDAY、LINE、Google、Apple
EasySMX announces “Dune 8K” gaming controller with native 8,000Hz polling rate, TMR sticks and interactive screen
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EasySMX has announced the “Dune 8K” and “Dune Standard” gaming controllers, featuring a native 8,000Hz polling rate, TMR sticks and an interactive LCD screen. Global release is planned for early June 2026.
Spiral to hold online seminar for engineers featuring a white-hat hacker on November 5 (Thursday): “Design by People, Development by AI: The Value Engineers Find in SPIRAL PLUS in the AI Era”
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スパイラル株式会社 will hold an online seminar for engineers on November 5, 2026, explaining how to use “SPIRAL PLUS” and how a white-hat hacker from スパイラルアイギス株式会社 addresses PHP vulnerabilities.
Proof-of-concept experiment on indoor navigation assistance using AI cameras and digital signage at Shinjuku Takashimaya Times Square
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三菱電機ビルソリューションズ, with the cooperation of 東神開発, will conduct a proof-of-concept experiment on indoor navigation assistance using AI cameras and map-style digital signage at Shinjuku Takashimaya Times Square from November 1, 2026.
Facts
Approximately 1.7 times that of visitors who do not use wheelchairs
The experiment will run from November 1 to December 7 (planned)
Around elevators: 14 units
Around escalators: 6 units
Number of digital signs: 1
All installed on 2F
Visitors who do not use wheelchairs averaged 2.2 times
一般社団法人日本LGBTサポート協会 announced that 3 new certified instructors have completed its diversity training instructor course, bringing the total to 33. The association supports the formation of diverse families through “ご縁結び” and offers its own training programs for businesses and local governments.
Facts
Approximately 30% of members are asexual
The instructor team now numbers 33 nationwide
Population coverage rate: 93.8%
13 forms of family have been created
Approximately 85% of them are women
LGBTQ+ people make up 10.6%
67.0% support legalizing same-sex marriage
Marriage agencies nationwide (more than 120 locations cumulatively)
12 members of the 0th cohort have graduated
More than 160 registered marriage matchmakers
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本LGBTサポート協会、株式会社電通、一般社団法人Marriage for All Japan、一般社団法人work with Pride、BIU、Marriage Agency 縁rich®︎、マリッジサンライズ、静岡婚活サロン・クローバー、ハピオキ、maricoco、Daisy flowers、5star 縁結び、Dr. Lilyの婚活クリニック、Sou. net、良縁マリッジ さくら結び、ブライトライフコンサルタント、結婚相談所 (株)KMA、結婚相談所 baton、(株)Dreamplanning wedding、plus Marriage札幌、(株)Rose Bridge、10pigones 幸せ婚活サポート、Y mariage、TowaSilk、グッドライフ信州 笑結、LGBTパートナー紹介所、しあわせのランプLGBTサロン、あゆみの結婚相談所、e-tokimeki、LGBTQ縁結び彩り、サロン・ド・Ｆ、ENMUSUパートナー、SAKURA BRIDAL、マリッジコミュニケーション、きよ行政書士事務所、Lea Lea(レアレア)、アクア・マーストLGBTQサロン、みーぴっく
A new hurricane lamp for enjoying candlelight from WINGED WHEEL
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株式会社WINGED WHEEL is launching a new model, the “#500 CANDLE HurricaneLamp,” which uses a candle to produce a flame. Based on its “#500” hurricane lamp, a product with a history of more than 100 years, the new model is less affected by heat than conventional oil lamps, allowing it to feature new colors such as Matte White and DAWN. Crowdfunding is scheduled to begin in October 2026.
Toyota Alvark Tokyo will hold “ALVARK CHRISTMAS” events during 5 home games in December at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. The program will feature cheer performances, visits from Santa Claus, and various hands-on events under 3 themes: CHRISTMAS NIGHT, FAMILY CHRISTMAS, and KIDS CHRISTMAS. A campaign offering half-price tickets to those aged 18 and under will also be held.
Facts
All 5 matches
19:05
15:05
17:05
Aged 18 and under
Half price
Ages 4 through high school students (18 years old)
Ignite the fire that opens up the future! Participants wanted for the “Special Hokkaido Lecture on Learning Entrepreneurship”
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The STARTUP HOKKAIDO実行委員会 will hold a special lecture on entrepreneurship at Hokkaido University in November 2026, and is seeking applications from students in Hokkaido and people aged 35 or younger who are interested in starting a business.
[長崎市 × デジマグラフ × actcoin] Earn points through everyday eco-friendly activities and event participation! “Zero Carbon City Promotion” giveaway campaign underway
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長崎市 is holding a giveaway campaign using the social contribution app “actcoin,” operated by 日本コムシンク株式会社. Participants can use coins earned through everyday eco-friendly activities and event participation to enter a drawing for QUO cards.
Facts
2050 Zero Carbon City
More than 38,000 individual users
More than 400 organizations, municipalities, and companies
ヤマハ trumpet “YTR-8335S” and Electone “STAGEA ELS-03 series” win grand prizes at the “Musical Instrument Store Awards 2026”
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ヤマハ trumpet “YTR-8335S” and Electone “STAGEA ELS-03 series,” sold by 株式会社ヤマハミュージックジャパン, won the grand prizes in the product category at the “Musical Instrument Store Awards 2026.”
AI drives competition for megaprojects, while Japan’s data center market maintains the world’s highest construction costs
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According to the latest research by ターナー＆タウンゼント, data center construction costs continue to rise amid a surge in AI demand, with Tokyo and Osaka recording the highest costs in the world. Shortages of skilled workers and delays in power supply are major challenges.
Facts
Global data center construction costs continued to rise in 2026
Original東京 (1ワットあたりの建設コスト18.28米ドル)
Osaka (US$17.15)
81% of more than 400 experts cited a shortage of skilled workers
81% of survey respondents said local skilled workers were “somewhat” or “very” scarce
52% of survey respondents experienced cost increases of more than 6% in 2026
Capital spending on data centers has now reached US$800 billion annually
Companies mentioned：TURNER & TOWNSEND GROUP LIMITED、ターナー＆タウンゼント、Turner & Townsend、FTI Consulting、CBRE Group, Inc.
The hands-on marché “つのつねづね, edition 7,” featuring local resources and residents’ ideas, is being held in 津野町, Kochi Prefecture, from August 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. It offers a variety of programs, including matcha experiences, straw crafts, Himmeli making, and Japanese confectionery making.
A new “Scroll Preview” feature is now available as a benefit for LYP Premium members, letting them view all messages in a LINE chat without marking them as read!
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LINEヤフー will launch the “Scroll Preview” feature on November 4 as an LYP Premium member benefit, allowing users to view an entire chat without marking messages as read. It will also make the chat preview feature, previously available only on iOS, available to all users.
アルティウスリンク publishes “Corporate and Customer Communications: Current State 2026”
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アルティウスリンク株式会社 has released the results of its “2026 Survey on Communication Between Companies and Customers,” conducted among 3,000 men and women aged 20–79. The share of respondents who had used generative AI reached 74.2%, while 81.6% of those who tried to resolve issues on their own said they had given up partway through. The voicebot usage rate also rose 15.5 percentage points year on year to 24.9%.
Facts
3,000 men and women aged 20–79※
81.6% of those who tried to resolve issues on their own have given up partway through
74.2% have used generative AI
Of those, 42.8% used generative AI before searching online
Voicebot usage rose 15.5 percentage points year on year
Voicebot usage rose 15.5 percentage points year on year to 24.9%