In the AI era, bring an “atelier” into the office. First “WORK WITH ARTIST” project launches, with resident artist beginning creative work at 三井不動産
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株式会社NOMAL has officially launched “WORK WITH ARTIST,” a project that establishes artists’ ateliers inside corporate offices. For the first project, in collaboration with 三井不動産, sculptor Ryosuke Imazato of Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School will begin working on-site at Nihonbashi Muromachi Mitsui Tower on Oct. 1, 2026.
Facts
From Oct. 1, 2026
11th floor of Nihonbashi Muromachi Mitsui Tower
Scheduled to be announced around April 2027
Held on Nov. 17
Companies mentioned：株式会社NOMAL、NOMAL ART COMPANY、三井不動産株式会社、三井不動産
[Flying Tiger] Catch your eye at first glance! Pigs, sofas, even ramen!? 13 “unique fall/winter items” that make you ask, “What is this?”
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Zebra Japan株式会社 will begin selling 13 new products from its Flying Tiger brand on Oct. 16, 2026. The collection features unique fall and winter items, including a piggy bank, a sofa-shaped jewelry box, a record-keeping book, and chopstick rests.
(Joint release) “The road you run becomes a journey.” Launch of “JAL Runners Passport,” a subscription service for all runners
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日本航空株式会社 and 株式会社OFFICE YAGI will launch the subscription service “JAL Runners Passport” for runners on Oct. 28, 2026. The service combines entry rights for “THE CHALLENGE RACE,” a running event operated by OFFICE YAGI, with benefits for using “JAL Wellness & Travel,” where users can earn JAL miles. Two plans are available: an Entry Plan and an Advance Plan.
Six leaks in the bucket companies should plug to stop top young talent from being poached by consulting firms
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セレクションアンドバリエーション株式会社 will hold a seminar on Nov. 27, 2026, identifying the “six leaks in the bucket” that lead to talented young employees being poached by consulting firms and presenting countermeasures.
Facts
Six leaks in the bucket
Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
11:00〜11:40
3 typical patterns
has supported the transformation of more than 200 companies
Henry establishes the “Cloud-Native Hospital Information Systems Promotion Council” with 3 companies providing cloud-native electronic medical records for hospitals
Aiming for the highest prices. Damaged items welcome. “Global Card Japan” launches buybacks of unopened trading card boxes on Nov. 1
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合同会社MO will launch “Global Card Japan,” a buyback service for unopened boxes, on Nov. 1, 2026. The service welcomes damaged items and offers to match quotes from other stores. It accepts the latest booster boxes for ポケモンカード and ワンピースカード.
Dec. 15 (Tue.): “Sustainable decorative treatments for automotive interiors and exteriors, and integrated decorative technologies that add design and functionality—The latest trends in paint-free and biomass-based finishes, and finishes that transmit light and electromagnetic waves.” In-person and online course scheduled
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株式会社AndTech will hold an in-person seminar on sustainable decorative technologies for automotive interiors and exteriors on Dec. 15.
Japan’s largest walking event, the 49th Japan Three-Day March, to be held
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Japan’s largest walking event, the 49th Japan Three-Day March, will be held in Higashimatsuyama from Nov. 1 to 3, 2026. Same-day registration is available. Participation fees are 1,500 yen for adults and 500 yen for high school students and younger.
[Independent analysis] Comparing English exams for medical school admissions at 5 universities in Kansai: Differences in question formats and exam times for the 2026 academic year
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医進の会 compared and analyzed the 2026 admissions exam formats for English tests at the medical schools of 5 universities in Kansai. The number of major questions ranged from 3 to 4, and answer formats varied by university, including a mix of multiple-choice and written questions or all multiple-choice questions. Exam times ranged from 60 to 120 minutes.
Fall special exhibition “Horses and Horse Tack” now on
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The fall special exhibition “Horses and Horse Tack” is currently being held at the 奈良県 Prefectural Museum. It features horse tack and related materials excavated from the Fujinoki Kofun, exploring the reality of the ancient tomb.
AI coach and Saitama Shimbun forge a business partnership, launching training services to develop AI talent at companies in the prefecture
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AI coach株式会社 and Saitama Shimbun have formed a business partnership and launched in-person, hands-on training services and AI adoption support to develop AI talent for companies in Saitama Prefecture.
BoRam to bring a “special 3DAYS” to Tokyo in December! Tour event, fan concert and after-party confirmed!
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BoRam (formerly of T-ARA) will hold a 3-day special event in Tokyo from December 10 to 12, 2026, titled “BoRam JAPAN SPECIAL EVENT 2026: Knot ~結~.” The event will feature 3 programs: a tour event, a fan concert and an after-party. Ticket sales are scheduled to begin through FanTaverse.
[Report] From “I didn’t know that” to “That’s interesting,” and eventually becoming engrossed! “Miraii Park X in Hyogo—Kakogawa,” where visitors experience jobs through games, held
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株式会社miraii, together with 一般社団法人あそびまなびラボ, held “Miraii Park X Game Fest in Hyogo 2026—Kakogawa” on October 25, 2026. The career-building event gave children the chance to learn about local companies’ work and social roles through games.
Facts
Miraii Park X in Hyogo, held in August 2026, drew 1,563 people
Miraii Park X in Osaka, held in October, drew 1,323 parents and children
Visitors: 486 (173 households / approximately 221 adults and 265 children)
“G'ZOX Water-Saving Wash Liquid 4L” for water-saving car washes launches
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株式会社ソフト９９コーポレーション will launch the “G'ZOX Water-Saving Wash Liquid 4L” on October 28, 2026. The product helps maintain the appearance of display vehicles while saving water and reducing labor.
“ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026” has been recognized as an ARTE TOKYO partner program. Projection mapping themed around 1,400 years of history and culture will be displayed on the main hall and Hozomon Gate of Sensoji Temple.
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“ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026,” planned by 株式会社一旗, has been recognized as an ARTE TOKYO partner program. Projection mapping will be presented at the main hall and Hozomon Gate of Sensoji Temple, alongside special visits to the temple’s Denboin Garden and Ema Hall.
Recycled ink cartridges now available for エプソン’s Smart Charge <LM> series
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エプソンジャパン株式会社 began offering recycled ink cartridges for the A3 color inkjet multifunction printer “LM-C4000” in October 2026. This expands the range of eligible products following the existing <LX> series and is part of エプソン’s “Epson 360°” resource-circulation initiatives.
Unveiling the 4th edition of “Carbrella Light,” an ultra-lightweight long umbrella for sun and rain weighing approximately 250g and made with advanced carbon fiber also used in rockets
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株式会社モノツク工業 has been offering the 4th edition of its ultra-lightweight long umbrella for sun and rain, “Carbrella Light,” since October 22, 2026. Carbon fiber, also used in aircraft and rockets, is used from the umbrella ribs to the handle. The model weighs approximately 250g and has a diameter of approximately 100cm. Preorders are being accepted on Makuake.
Facts
Available since October 22, 2026
Approximately 250g
Approximately 100cm in diameter when open
Wind speeds of 15m/sec
Up to 99.9% UV protection
Total support purchases amounted to 18,372,778 yen
More than 1,000 people have supported the product through purchases to date
Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan begins 2026 beverage donations through FamilyMart’s “Famima Food Drive”
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Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan has begun beverage donations for fiscal 2026 through FamilyMart’s “Famima Food Drive.” In conjunction with October’s Food Loss Reduction Month, the company will donate a total of 120 cases (2,880 bottles), including 500ml PET bottle products, to food pantries and other facilities at 12 locations nationwide.
Aoi Morikawa delivers a powerful performance in 1 person’s 3 roles—past, present and future! Okumura Corporation completes TV commercials marking its 120th anniversary
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株式会社奥村組 has produced the TV commercials “Past, Present and Future” and “The 40th-Year Seismic Isolation Experiment,” featuring actor Aoi Morikawa and marking the company’s 120th anniversary. They will air in the Kanto, Kansai and Tokai regions, Fukuoka and elsewhere starting November 7, 2026.
AI telemarketing platform “Callforce” to partially release beta version of “Kaizen Brain,” an AI partner that helps sales teams consider their next move, starting November 1
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株式会社SEEKAD will partially release the beta version of “Kaizen Brain,” an AI partner within its AI telemarketing platform “Callforce,” starting November 1, 2026. The tool analyzes conversation histories and suggests ways to improve sales.
Part of the office becomes an artist’s creative hub: resident artist selected for “WORK WITH ARTIST”
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Original三井不動産は、東京藝術大学大学院の彫刻家・今里亮介氏を常駐アーティストとして迎え、2026年10月1日より日本橋室町三井タワー内のアトリエで制作活動を開始する。今里氏はNOMALおよびNOMAL ART COMPANYを通じて選定され、ワーカーとの交流を通じて組織の価値観を作品に反映させる「WORK WITH ARTIST」プロジェクトの一環である。
Facts
From Oct. 1, 2026
11th floor of Nihonbashi Muromachi Mitsui Tower
The project launch was announced in May 2026
Companies mentioned：三井不動産株式会社、三井不動産、NOMAL、NOMAL ART COMPANY
“This is nursing wear?” People across generations and life stages say they want to wear it. ENEU exhibits at feMarché, with in-store sales to begin October 30
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ENEU, a nursing innerwear brand operated by 株式会社rethink, exhibited at “feMarché 2026 Autumn,” held on October 23 and 24, 2026, showcasing new products that combine nursing functionality with fashion. Starting October 30, the company plans to begin in-store sales of selected products at the Ariake Garden and Fuchu locations of tokyo family marche.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026
Oct. 23
October 30
Approximately 30ml
7900 yen
5300 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社rethink、ENEU、tokyo family marche、新宿髙島屋、楽天市場
【Cosme Kitchen】This year, surround yourself with the things you “love” and give yourself a special winter embrace. A succession of natural and organic items to nourish the soul are coming soon!
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Cosme Kitchen, a natural and organic select shop operated by 株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ, will launch holiday-exclusive kits at stores nationwide and its official online store starting November 1, 2026.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
¥14,410
￥3,960
￥6,156
¥4,200
¥2,530
¥3,850
¥4,770 each
￥132
￥495
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Cosme Kitchen、MASH GO GREEN STORE、LOVECHROME、Trilogy、BioNormalizer、PINKWONDER、9KOS by KOSelig JAPAN、SINN PURETE、freshian
楽天グループ has announced its “楽天市場 2026 Winter Trend Forecast,” based on predictions of a mild winter due to El Niño. It features 3 key trends: “smart cold-weather goods,” “sudden severe weather preparedness goods,” and “active winter gourmet food.”
Facts
Up approximately 2 times year on year
Grew approximately 1.4 times year on year
In addition to growing approximately 5 times year on year
Gross merchandise value grew approximately 1.5 times year on year
The number of consecutive days with precipitation reached 37 days
Gross merchandise value grew approximately 2 times year on year
Gross merchandise value grew approximately 6.8 times year on year
Gross merchandise value grew approximately 2.1 times year on year
The number of facilities offering glamping plans grew approximately 1.1 times year on year
Gross merchandise value grew approximately 1.1 times year on year
Gross merchandise value grew approximately 1.2 times year on year
After more than 10 years of making anime commercials, Gyorai Eizo rebrands as “GYORAI,” unveils new logo and official website
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株式会社魚雷映蔵 has refreshed its external brand as “GYORAI” and unveiled a new logo and official website (https://gyorai.co.jp). Building on more than 10 years of experience producing anime commercials, the company has clarified its role as a specialist partner handling everything from planning to production for advertising agencies and advertisers.
パンドラ to open “Pandora Kobe Center Plaza Store” in Sannomiya, Kobe, on Friday, November 6
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パンドラ・ジュエリー・ジャパン株式会社 will open a new store, “Pandora Kobe Center Plaza Store,” at Center Plaza West Building in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 6, 2026.
Dropbox used in the animation production workflow at コミックス・ウェーブ・フィルム
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コミックス・ウェーブ・フィルム adopted Dropbox Advanced to address security issues with its FTP server and improve operational efficiency, and began using it with approximately 40 staff members. This has strengthened intellectual property protection and sharply reduced the burden on administrators and user inquiries.
Facts
Since May 2025
Accounts are being provided to approximately 40 people
Because it has a data recovery feature covering 365 days*¹
Released in theaters in August 2026
The total number of cuts*² in the work is more than 300
As the Japanese subsidiary of Swiss premium chocolate brand “Lindt,” リンツ＆シュプルングリージャパン株式会社 will launch the “リンツ Christmas Collection 2026” on November 1, 2026. The lineup features a variety of gifts, including Christmas-exclusive Lindor flavors, Lindt Teddy bears, and advent calendars. New flavors “Dark Pistachio” and “Cinnamon Roll” will also be introduced.
Robotaxi company 株式会社ムービーズ selected for Toyo Keizai Weekly’s “100 Amazing Startups”
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株式会社ムービーズ, which is advancing the deployment of autonomous driving in society, has been selected in the mobility category for the 2026 edition of “100 Amazing Startups,” announced by Toyo Keizai Inc.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries features “G Space,” a field verification support solution, in its “Satellite Utilization Services” collection; satellite data and tablets streamline municipal farmland inspections
Fuji Mountain Fireworks vs. Speedway 2027: Full 5-chapter lineup for fireworks program “RESONANCE ─ 共鳴” confirmed; program opens with the roar of drifting / General early-bird tickets on sale from Wednesday, November 4
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The Fuji Mountain Fireworks Executive Committee has finalized the 5-chapter lineup for the fireworks program “RESONANCE ─ 共鳴” at “Fuji Mountain Fireworks vs. Speedway 2027,” to be held at Fuji Speedway on April 3, 2027. The event will feature 4 of Japan’s top fireworks companies, performances alongside drifting, and the launch of a two-shaku shell. General early-bird tickets (10% OFF) will also go on sale starting November 4.
Woodblocks of the twelve zodiac signs by Ito Jakuchu survive at Kanga-an in Kyoto. The woodblock prints will be made into brocade hanging scrolls to order. The Mirai Miroku Project, which will dedicate a statue of the Maitreya Bodhisattva to Kanga-an in Kyoto, surpassed ¥5 million in support within 3 days of its launch.
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The Mirai Miroku Project, led by Kanga-an in Kyoto and traditional culture practitioners, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE. In the first 3 days, total contributions topped 5 million yen, reaching about 20% of its 30 million yen goal. Rewards include woodblock prints made from Ito Jakuchu’s woodblocks depicting the 12 zodiac animals and an inscription from inside the Maitreya Bodhisattva statue. The project aims to maintain the temple and pass on traditional techniques.
Facts
Total contributions top 5 million yen
Target amount of 30 million yen
About 20% of the goal raised
Contributions have come from 72 people
Kanga-an, with a history of more than 350 years
More than 20 types are available
21 types of rewards
Target amount: 30,000,000 yen
Costs related to the construction and consecration ceremony for the Maitreya Bodhisattva statue: about 20 million yen
Reward production and shipping costs: about 2.5 million yen
“You can’t judge based on rumors alone”: A complete guide to conduct investigations for businesses released for those concerned about the conduct of executives and employees
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光武商事株式会社 published an explanatory article, “The Complete Guide to Conduct Investigations,” on its official website on October 16, 2026, compiling basic information about conduct investigations and how to commission one for corporate executives and personnel and legal affairs staff.
Facts
Oct. 16, 2026
20 chapters
Capital: ¥1,000,000
Detective business notification certificate No. 30250101
ベンジャミン signs business alliance agreement with 都築電気株式会社
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株式会社ベンジャミン has signed a business alliance agreement with 都築電気株式会社 to expand engineering services in cloud, data utilization, CRM and generative AI, and support digital transformation. The two companies will begin business collaboration in April 2026.
Facts
Since its founding in 1932
Serving approximately 20,000 companies
In 2025, the first in Japan as an Advanced Tier Services Partner
2026 Regional AWS Partner Award
The two companies will begin business collaboration in April 2026
ベンジャミン was established in 2017
About 90% of employees have experience in systems development
60 employees across the group (as of October 2026, including officers)
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベンジャミン、ベンジャミン、都築電気株式会社、都築電気、Amazon Web Services、AWS
筑波技術大学 to hold event marking 1st anniversary of Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics
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筑波技術大学 will hold an anniversary event at the university in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, on November 28, 2026, marking 1 year since the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics.
Shanmery packaging redesigned for the first time in 20 years
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ハタ鉱泉株式会社 will redesign its Shanmery packaging for the first time in 20 years to mark its 80th anniversary, and will launch 4 types of new products, “Happyシャンメリー” and “Xmasシャンメリー,” starting in November 2026.
Responding to growing demand for home saunas, Panasonic bathroom and HARVIA sauna launch a new living-space proposal
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Panasonic Living, in collaboration with HARVIA JAPAN, will begin offering a new living-space proposal combining Panasonic BATHROOM L-CLASS and HARVIA saunas on October 28, 2026.
Facts
From 2.934 million yen (tax included; construction costs excluded)
737,000 yen / FENIX Wi-Fi model: 847,000 yen (tax included; construction costs excluded)
ハートランド・データ signs reseller agreement with U.S.-based Jama Software社 for requirements management/ALM tool Jama Connect
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ハートランド・データ株式会社 has signed an authorized reseller agreement with Jama Software社 and has begun offering the requirements management platform Jama Connect in Japan, along with implementation and operational support services.
“Caring about the local community” drives towns forward: 明治安田 and Tateyama mark 7 consecutive years of donations and community contributions
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Tateyama received a donation of 779,800 yen from 明治安田生命保険相互会社 through its “My Local Community Support Fund,” and held a presentation ceremony on October 23, 2026. Cumulative donations have reached 4,572,300 yen, and the two parties are advancing community initiatives, including health promotion and educational support, under their partnership agreement.
“The road you run becomes a journey”: JAL Runners Passport subscription service for all runners launches
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株式会社OFFICE YAGI and 日本航空株式会社 will launch JAL Runners Passport, an annual subscription service for runners, on October 28, 2026. The service combines entry rights for THE CHALLENGE RACE with JAL mile-earning features (JAL Wellness & Travel), and offers 2 plans: Entry and Advance.
Video production service turns workplace accident cases and near-miss reports into safety and health training materials for the construction industry
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CIC日本建設情報センター has launched a commissioned video production service for the construction industry that turns workplace accident cases and near-miss reports into training materials. Starting in July 2026, it will support the voluntary declaration system, which earns points in the construction industry business evaluation, and provide original safety training videos using in-house materials.
K・Pクリエイションズ turns its Miyazaki headquarters into a showcase for Kyushu crafts and food
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K・Pクリエイションズ has renovated the 2nd floor of its Miyazaki headquarters as a permanent exhibition and business meeting space for local products, and will begin showcasing crafts and food from Kyushu on November 26, 2026.
Facts
Starting Thursday, November 26, 2026
In September 2026, in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture
Crafts and food from 14 businesses
Celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2026
Companies mentioned：K・Pクリエイションズ株式会社、The HARVEST Store & Cafe、タメショク、ジモショク
Painless breast cancer screening that does not compress the breast wins academic society award at the 8th Healthcare Venture Awards
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株式会社ドゥイブス・サーチ’s breast MRI cancer screening service, 「ドゥイブス・サーチ」, which does not compress the breasts, won the academic society award at the 8th Healthcare Venture Awards, organized by 日本抗加齢協会.
Start small and verify AI use. Kompira AI releases free white paper, “How Far Can AI Be Entrusted With System Operations?”
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株式会社フィックスポイント has released a free white paper, “How Far Can AI Be Entrusted With System Operations?,” as part of its Kompira AI initiative under the Kompira system operations automation platform. It will also hold a practical seminar based on the document on Nov. 11, 2026.
【2 new books released on 2 consecutive days】Management scholar Koichi Nakagawa: financial statements are a “deduction game,” and wasteful spending is “good for the brain.” “やさしいビジネスパブリッシング,” a publishing division offering lessons through livestreams, videos and books from a YouTube channel with 80,000 subscribers, launches
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株式会社やさしいビジネスラボ has launched a new publishing division, やさしいビジネスパブリッシング, and will release 2 books by management scholar Koichi Nakagawa on Nov. 10 and 11.
Takafumi Ochiai appointed chair of the Fintech Association; Shuichi Takeda and Chitatsu Takao appointed vice chairs
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一般社団法人Fintech協会 decided on its officer appointments at a board meeting on Oct. 27, 2026. Takafumi Ochiai was appointed representative director and chair. Shuichi Takeda and Chitatsu Takao were newly appointed vice chairs, and Kenichi Saito was newly appointed managing director.
Facts
Oct. 27, 2026
September 24, 2015
Companies mentioned：渥美坂井法律事務所、プロトタイプ政策研究所、スマートガバナンス株式会社、OLTA株式会社、一般社団法人オンライン型ファクタリング協会、ファンズ株式会社、株式会社セブン銀行、TORANOTEC株式会社、Banking Circle S.A.、株式会社三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ、GMOあおぞらネット銀行株式会社、ストライプジャパン株式会社、弁護士法人GVA法律事務所、弥生株式会社、株式会社メルペイ、株式会社Hokanグループ、株式会社カウリス、株式会社マネーフォワード、有限責任 あずさ監査法人、弁護士法人片岡総合法律事務所、リンクパートナーズ法律事務所、一般社団法人電子決済等代行業協会、一般社団法人金融サービス仲介業協会、一般社団法人Fintech協会
California prunes featured in the much-talked-about cheese brûlée bagel! On sale for November only at popular Korean bakery café MUUN Seoul in Harajuku
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カリフォルニアプルーン協会, in collaboration with popular Korean bakery café MUUN Seoul in Harajuku, will offer its “Prune Bagel with Cheese Brûlée” for a limited time from Nov. 1 through 30, 2026.
Kanjo Matsuda, an ambassador for NPO法人レッドボックスジャパン, spoke at “Mirai Tech City Kobe 2026,” held on Oct. 26, 2026, on Port Island in Kobe. He delivered a talk during the “Lifestyle Longevity” session. He also exchanged views with the head of Muse Bio on potential collaboration in women’s health and biotechnology.
Facts
Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
13:10〜13:30
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Saturday, Oct. 31
Established in 2019
Companies mentioned：NPO法人レッドボックスジャパン、レッドボックス株式会社、日本バイオハッキング協会、HOLOLIFE Center Japan、神戸医療産業都市、KBIC、神戸大学統合研究拠点、神戸大学MedTech Innovation Center、MIC、Muse Bio、レッドボックスバイオ、REDBOX BIO、The Red Box Project
Shisa AI launches official website for Jouzu, an AI coding tool that supports Japanese
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Shisa株式会社 has launched the official website for Jouzu, an agent-based AI coding tool that supports Japanese. Jouzu features a Japanese-language interface and voice input, as well as model selection, task allocation among multiple agents, and MCP support. New accounts receive free API credits worth US$10.
Paris-born chocolate specialist アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ to open at 名古屋栄三越 on Monday, Nov. 16
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Paris-born chocolate specialist アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ will open a new store at 名古屋栄三越 on Nov. 16. A biscuit specialty store from its sister brand will also open at the location, offering limited-edition products.
Honeys, the women’s brand operated by 株式会社ハニーズホールディングス, has released a knit jacket created in collaboration with actor Fumino Kimura. The price is 4,980 yen.
Facts
Retail price: 4,980 yen
A special website will launch on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
French-born popular picture-book characters Lisa and Gaspard and トゥンクトゥンク collaborate; adorable original goods go on sale sequentially from Wednesday, Oct. 28
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２０２７年国際園芸博覧会マスターライセンスオフィス will release collaboration goods featuring its official mascot, トゥンクトゥンク, and French picture-book characters Lisa and Gaspard from Oct. 28, 2026.
Facts
2027 International Horticultural Expo
Available sequentially from Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)
Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
Approximately 40 picture-book titles have been released to date
Zevero client エシカル・スピリッツ株式会社 receives B Corp™ certification
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Zevero announced that エシカル・スピリッツ, a company it supports, received B Corp certification in July 2026. Zevero supported the company in calculating and visualizing its greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to improved environmental performance ratings.
Facts
Only companies scoring 80 points or more can receive certification
More than 10,000 companies worldwide, including パタゴニア and ダノン, have received certification
Upcycled products account for 100% of sales of the company’s own products
Original1本あたり約21%のCO2削減効果が確認されています
The company has switched 100% of its electricity use to renewable energy
A new way to enjoy evenings with your dog: illuminations at the outdoor dog run
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Doggy’s Coast Oarai, an accommodation facility where guests can stay with their dogs, has installed illuminations at its outdoor dog run, where visitors can enjoy the light display from sunset until 22:00. It will also serve a special Christmas dinner for a limited time from Dec. 15 through 25.
【城西国際大学】Students in the Area-Academia Co-Creation Project F, which learns and grows with the community, devise events for a local sports day in Shibayama
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15 1st-year students in the Department of Physical Therapy at 城西国際大学 held student-designed race-walking relay and flag-raising events at a sports day organized by 芝山町社会福祉協議会 and あしたばシニア連合会. The activities were part of Area-Academia Co-Creation Project F, which aims to foster community interaction and promote health.
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15 students in their 1st year in the Department of Physical Therapy
Cloudera expands its enterprise AI ecosystem to support building AI factories in any environment
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Cloudera announced the expansion of its enterprise AI ecosystem, enhancing Cloudera Anywhere Cloud capabilities to support the creation of “AI factories” in any environment. Through partnerships with Neo4j, Cartesia, Mistral, and VAST Data, it will provide knowledge graphs, voice AI, specialized models, and high-performance infrastructure, promoting AI adoption while ensuring data sovereignty and governance.
Facts
Expansion has been underway since 2024 and 2025
achieving low latency of less than 90 milliseconds
the “Large 4” model with 1.05 trillion parameters
Companies mentioned：Cloudera株式会社、Cloudera、Neo4j、Cartesia、Mistral、NVIDIA、CERN、VAST Data、Cloudera Inc.
【e.m.MARIAGE】Special bridal fair at e.m.梅田店! The popular select-order marriage rings can now be customized with even more originality.
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イー・エム・デザイン株式会社 will hold a special bridal fair exclusively at e.m.梅田店 from Nov. 4 to 24 for 【e.m.MARIAGE】, the bridal line of jewelry brand 【e.m.】. This time, customers can select 2 types of surface finishes, among other options, broadening the scope for customizing these highly original select-order marriage rings.
[6th Truck Driver Survey] About 60% of truck drivers drink canned coffee “every day” while working or during breaks
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According to the 6th Truck Driver Survey conducted by 株式会社Azoop, about 60% of drivers drink canned coffee every day while working or during breaks. “Taste” was the top priority, and BOSS and ジョージア tied as the most popular brands.
ランドマーク税理士法人 wins the grand prize at the “My CareerStudy Course Contest 2026” hosted by 株式会社マイナビ
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ランドマーク税理士法人 won the grand prize at the “My CareerStudy Course Contest 2026,” hosted by 株式会社マイナビ. The winning course features QuizKnock’s Takushi Izawa and allows participants to experience tax accountant work and filing tax returns.
Facts
Approximately 310,000 people nationwide to date
Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
More than 11,000 inheritance tax returns filed to date
More than 250,000 inheritance consultation cases to date
More than 700 employees
Experts, including 15 former National Tax Agency officials
Won an excellence award after student judging in the “My Career Study Course Contest 2026” on the career-learning website
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日工株式会社 won an excellence award after student judging in the “Course Contest 2026” held on “My Career Study,” a career-learning website operated by Mynavi.
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Course Contest 2026
Its domestic market share stands at 80%
with a track record of deliveries to more than 50 countries worldwide
Did business performance worsen after consulting AI? A free practical guide to evaluating AI business advice, informed by overseas research
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株式会社くるみバディ has released a free practical guide to evaluating AI business advice, based on an overseas study of small businesses in Kenya that documented cases in which AI advice led to worse business performance.
Coming this weekend! “TOSHIMA STREET FES 2026,” which drew about 75,000 people last year, will turn the streets of Ikebukuro in Toshima Ward into a stage for street culture from Nov. 1 to 3!
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The “TOSHIMA STREET FES 2026” urban culture festival will be held around Ikebukuro Station in Toshima Ward from Nov. 1 to 3, 2026, by an organizing committee that includes 株式会社MoveX. About 75,000 people attended last year, and the festival will feature a range of events, including street dance, DJ battles, and a food festival.
Using AI lowered the rate of correct answers—free practical guide to preventing judgment errors caused by generative AI, based on an overseas experiment
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株式会社くるみバディ has released a free practical guide to preventing judgment errors caused by generative AI, based on a GPT-4 experiment in which using AI reduced the rate of correct answers by 19 percentage points.
The “Japan Foundation SpoGOMI World Cup 2027 Oita STAGE,” hosted by 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 and OBS大分放送, was held. A team from 楊志館高等学校 won, and the 36 participants collected a total of 23.06 kg of trash.
Drawing course パルミー launches “Get CLIP STUDIO PAINT PRO guaranteed!” campaign
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株式会社パルミー will run a campaign from Oct. 28 to Nov. 9, 2026, offering a “CLIP STUDIO PAINT PRO” license to every eligible participant. Eligibility is limited to those who start a free trial during the campaign and sign up without canceling, or those who resume a monthly subscription.
Jewelry house 今与, where Japanese beauty and tradition come together, to hold “おもしろのはなざかり 花繚展（かりょうてん）” at ザ・リッツ・カールトン京都 from 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14
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株式会社今与 will hold the high jewelry showcase “おもしろのはなざかり 花繚展” at ザ・リッツ・カールトン京都 on Nov. 14, 2026, exhibiting the full collections of its brands kagayoi and Hyacca.
Courtyard by Marriott Hida Takayama scheduled to open in fall 2028
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マリオット・インターナショナル, 積水ハウス株式会社, JR東日本伊藤忠不動産開発株式会社, and パシフィカホテルズ合同会社 announced that they will open Courtyard by Marriott Hida Takayama in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, in fall 2028.
Seijo Ishii’s confectionery buyer is especially excited about it this year! The appeal of “spices × sweets” in one treat. New on Friday, Nov. 27: “成城石井自家製 スパイス香るイチジクとプルーンのシュトーレン～バニラマジパン入り～”!
Three new features for the smartphone HEMS “Nature Remo E” service “Smart EV Charging for Tesla”! Top up with purchased electricity only when surplus power is insufficient, and choose your preferred charging policy
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Nature株式会社 has added three new features to “Smart EV Charging for Tesla,” a paid option for the smartphone HEMS “Nature Remo E.” Users can now supplement insufficient surplus power with purchased electricity and choose their charging policy. The service is available for 300 yen per month (tax included).
Facts
From Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
300 yen per month (tax included)
You can choose a value from 10–80%
When the remaining charge reaches 5% above the set value
“We lose on price when compared with competitors.” A “5-Way Good Management Seminar” explaining differentiation strategies for companies that customers choose will be held on Nov. 19
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株式会社ルミッション will hold an online “5-Way Good Management Seminar” on Nov. 19, 2026, for small and medium-sized business owners, focusing on “differentiating from competitors and creating reasons to be chosen.”
Liberaware selected for the “SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program” run by 東京都
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株式会社Liberaware has been selected for the “SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program (Second Cohort),” run by 東京都. The program provides up to 2億円 in financial support as well as hands-on support. The company aims to expand its overseas business by leveraging its drone technology for inspecting confined indoor spaces.
Facts
Up to 18 months from the date the agreement is signed
ダイソン to hold “Black Friday Sale” starting Friday, Oct. 30
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ダイソン株式会社 will hold its “Black Friday Sale” from Oct. 30 to Dec. 1, 2026, offering discounts of up to 50% on products. A campaign will also award an additional 10% in points for payments made with PayPay.
Cloud-based CTI/call center system “BIZTEL” to exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo”
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株式会社リンク will exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo,” taking place on Nov. 12 and 13, 2026, and present the cloud-based CTI/call center system “BIZTEL,” the training management system “BIZTEL shouin,” and the passkey authentication service “UniPasskey.”
Facts
No. １ in domestic market share for 9 consecutive years
Tabio, the specialty sock retailer, launches new health and beauty brand “Phil”!
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タビオ株式会社 announced that it will launch “Phil,” a new brand specializing in health and beauty, online on Nov. 5, followed by pop-up events at 9 select stores.
[Shibukawa, Gunma] 20% off this fall at glampark ヘルシーパル赤城. Stay plans include a choice of BBQ or an in-house kaiseki meal, and dogs are welcome
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The glamping brand “glampark,” operated by サステナブルホールディングス株式会社, is running its “AUTUMN SALE” at “glampark ヘルシーパル赤城” in Shibukawa, Gunma Prefecture, from Oct. 16, 2026, to Jan. 31, 2027, offering 20% off adult rates.
Starting Nov. 3, 2 beauty events themed around orchids will be held at 30 Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA locations! From sauna sessions to bathing and post-bath beauty experiences
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株式会社極楽湯 is partnering with オーキッドビューティー株式会社 to hold a beauty event themed around phalaenopsis orchids at 30 Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA locations in November 2026. The event will run during “Good Sauna Week” and on “Good Couple’s Day” and “Labor Thanksgiving Day,” offering experiences such as a beauty serum mist and a silky-lotion bath. A portion of the event proceeds will also go toward local flower education.
Bringing the technique of keeping school uniforms beautiful for 3 years to adult women. A “Chester coat” meticulously tailored by longtime school uniform maker カンコー学生服—A new challenge to protect Japanese factories and craftspeople in an era when domestic apparel production stands at 1.1%.
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菅公学生服株式会社 has jointly developed the product with Japan-made brand ファクトリエ and began selling its women’s “Chester coat” on October 8, 2026. In response to the current domestic apparel production share of 1.1%, the company is advancing product development that draws on its own factories and the skills of its craftspeople.
Facts
Just 1.1% of clothing distributed domestically is made in Japan, by quantity
18 company-owned factories across Japan
Approximately 2,000 staff
Price: 59,400 yen (tax included)
Craftspeople make fine adjustments in 2 mm increments
タムロン, headquartered in “Railway Town Omiya,” announces judging results for the “19th タムロン Railway Scenery Photo Contest: My Favorite Railway Scenery Best Shot”
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株式会社タムロン announced the judging results for the 19th タムロン Railway Scenery Photo Contest and said the contest will conclude with its 20th edition in 2027.
One year after its spin-off from GO株式会社: GO Job’s 落坂氏 reveals the organizational reforms behind 1.5 times year-over-year sales growth [Nov. 11 event with networking]
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ポーターズ株式会社 and 株式会社ポテンシャライト will hold an in-person event, “The Journey of Companies Growing 150%,” on November 11, 2026. In the first session, GOジョブ株式会社’s 落坂秀樹 will discuss the organizational reforms and AI initiatives that helped the company achieve 1.5 times year-over-year sales growth in the year since its spin-off.
Leather-look limited-edition colors arrive in Calme, the quiet-click oil-based ballpoint pen series
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アストラム株式会社’s writing instrument brand ぺんてる will launch “Leather Touch Collection,” limited-edition leather-look designs for its quiet-click oil-based ballpoint pen series Calme, on November 11, 2026.
マナラ’s first cross-industry collaboration with 韓美膳: a warming campaign to warm the body from every angle. Special collaboration menu “韓美膳×MANARA Yuzu-Infused Warming Samgyetang” available from Wednesday, November 18
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株式会社ランクアップ is collaborating with 韓美膳, operated by 株式会社東亜フードサービス, to serve yuzu-infused warming samgyetang from November 18.
Facts
Starting Wednesday, November 18, 2026
25 stores nationwide
Cumulative sales of the series have surpassed 30 million units
Set menu: 2,080 yen
À la carte: 1,680 yen
Japan’s top seller in the “warming cleansing and pore-cleansing gel” category for 14 consecutive years
Gigi director and CBDO Takashi Sugiyama to speak at AI seminar for small and midsize businesses on November 11
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Gigi株式会社 director and CBDO Takashi Sugiyama will speak at an AI seminar for small and midsize businesses on November 11, 2026, explaining how to build a “work OS.”
Used condominium price trends: Signs of a downturn in high-priced areas in July–September 2026
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According to used condominium price trends for July–September 2026 released by 株式会社マーキュリー, signs of a decline are emerging in high-priced areas such as Tokyo’s 23 wards and Osaka City, while many properties—excluding those built within the past 5 years—have recorded price changes well above their prices when newly built.
Facts
Prices fell 2.3% from the previous quarter (April–June 2026)
Up 2.5%
The average price change from the time of new-build sale was down 8.6 percentage points
Up 1.8 percentage points
Up 105.3% in Tokyo’s 23 wards
Up 78.8% in Osaka City
Original東京23区の築5年以内で平均価格が1億8,201万円
Average price change for properties 11–15 years old in Tokyo’s 23 wards: up 155.6%
Up 152.7% for properties 16–20 years old in Tokyo’s 23 wards
In Osaka City, properties 11–15 years old were also up 138.9%
Original東京23区の平均価格は1億6,078万円
Down 1.2% from the previous quarter (April–June 2026)
Original横浜市の平均価格は8,004万円
Up 1.1% from the previous quarter (April–June 2026)
Up 12.2% year over year (July–September 2025)
Original川崎市の平均価格は8,150万円
Up 12.7% year over year (July–September 2025)
Original大阪市の平均価格は1億361万円
Down 2.3% from the previous quarter (April–June 2026)
[Job-hunting smart app “JRNY”] 法政大学 田中研究室×Life Is Tech to hold student pitch event exploring “career-axis job hunting”
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ライフイズテック株式会社 and 法政大学 田中研究室 held “MY JRNY,” a student pitch event using the job-hunting smart app “JRNY,” on October 8, 2026. A total of 45 students proposed ideas about career-axis job hunting.
“Astro Bot,” a design for the large EXG Cable Guys multi-stand that sold out immediately at Tokyo Game Show 2026, now available at INFOLENS GEEK SHOP
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インフォレンズ株式会社 has begun taking preorders at INFOLENS GEEK SHOP for the large EXG Cable Guys multi-stand featuring an “Astro Bot” design, an officially licensed PlayStation product that sold out immediately at Tokyo Game Show 2026. Sales are scheduled to begin sequentially from late November 2026.
株式会社グレートベアーズ announced that Takeshi Hasebe, mayor of its hometown Shibuya Ward, will attend the ceremonial first serve for the match between 東京グレートベアーズ and 信州松本トライデンツ, to be held at Yoyogi National Gymnasium No. 2 on Nov. 14, 2026.
Exhibiting an アクティオ booth at the 49th National Tree-Planting Festival 2026 Wakayama “Forestry, Forestry Industry and Environmental Machinery Exhibition and Demonstration” [アクティオ booth No.: 3]
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株式会社アクティオ will exhibit at the 49th National Tree-Planting Festival 2026 Wakayama “Forestry, Forestry Industry and Environmental Machinery Exhibition and Demonstration,” to be held in Wakayama Prefecture on Nov. 8-9, 2026, showcasing and selling used forestry machinery, including a radio-controlled site-preparation machine and a Gratora.
Digital figures “Holomodel” adds a second Korea lineup, with 55 products in total
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株式会社Gugenka launched sales of 55 products in total on Oct. 24, 2026, as the second installment of its lineup of digital figures “Holomodel” for South Korea.