News from 杜の街グレース: This year's Christmas illumination lighting ceremony will be held on November 7. Enjoy live Christmas music and treats from Santa! This year's 12-meter-tall fir tree will be adorned with ribbons of rouge-colored light.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
杜の街グレース, operated by 両備ホールディングス株式会社, will hold its Christmas illumination lighting ceremony on November 7, 2026. Highlights include a 12-meter-tall fir tree and approximately 47,000 lights. The アマービレフィルハーモニー管弦楽団 will perform, children from local preschools will sing, and DEAN & DELUCA 岡山 will provide drinks, among other activities.
“I want to clear out a hoarder’s home even though I have no money.” ハートスタッフ, which specializes in hoarder cleanouts, to offer “cash installment payments” handled by female staff starting October 1, 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ハートスタッフ will begin offering “cash installment payments,” which do not require a credit card, on October 1, 2026. The service offers a ¥0 down payment and up to 60 installments, along with services such as female staff handling the job and consideration for neighbors, lowering the financial barrier to seeking help.
[平和堂] Holds “Women’s Summit Pre-Session” to foster awareness among core members driving women’s advancement
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社平和堂 held a “Women’s Summit Pre-Session” in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, on October 9, 2026, for 36 female managers, with discussions focused on fostering awareness and developing leaders.
HitPaw VikPea V6.0.0 released! AI agent automates video enhancement
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HitPaw VikPea V6.0.0 was released on October 28, 2026, adding an AI agent that recommends video corrections, support for Gemini Omni 1.1 Flash, cloud acceleration and other features.
[Nov. 14 (Sat.) and 16 (Mon.)] Turn your ideas and skills into hope for children in Syria! Information sessions for internships and pro bono volunteers (recordings available)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
NPO法人Piece of Syria will hold online information sessions on November 14 and 16 to recruit volunteers, interns and pro bono members for its educational support activities for children in Syria.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Monday, the 16th
Approximately 4–8 hours per week
Expected to last 6 months or more
2016
Incorporated in 2021
Became a certified NPO corporation in 2026
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人 Piece of Syria、NPO法人Piece of Syria、認定NPO法人Piece of Syria
A mini shikishi-style card featuring “From Far Away” comes as an insert! The December issue of Melody, featuring “I Sing with the Earth,” goes on sale Wednesday, October 28!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社白泉社 is releasing the December issue of Melody on October 28. The cover features “I Sing with the Earth,” and the opening color feature is “Yakumo Tatsu: The Inferno.” An insert includes a mini shikishi-style card featuring “From Far Away.” The issue also previews the November 5 release of volumes 3 and 4 of the “From Far Away” collector’s edition and notes that volume 17 of “Kageki Shojo!!” is selling well.
An overview of “Machigurumi Culture Event 2026: Atsumare! Ebara,” to be held in the 品川区 Ebara area on November 3, 2026. Performances, workshops, food stalls and more will take place across all 5 venues.
Facts
For this 5th edition
All 5 venues
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (public holiday)
11:00‐17:00
Admission | Free
Approximately 30 groups of elementary school students in 品川区
Spice Factory to hold “Design Management MeetUp #1” on December 9, sharing research findings from an international conference and design practices at companies
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
スパイスファクトリー株式会社 will co-host “Design Management MeetUp #1” with Ritsumeikan University’s College of Design and Art on December 9, sharing research findings from dmi:ADMC 2026 and design practice examples from Recruit.
Thinker CFO Tetsuichi Tsuruhama to speak at the “NEDO×Morning Pitch” business commercialization strategy seminar ～Discussing deep tech fundraising and commercialization～
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Thinker CFO Tetsuichi Tsuruhama spoke at a deep tech commercialization strategy seminar co-hosted by NEDO and Morning Pitch, discussing multifaceted fundraising strategies using paid PoCs and subsidies.
Turning “construction work is a nuisance” into “I want to visit”! A construction site becomes a one-day “zoo”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
進和建設工業株式会社 will hold “ZOO PROJECT,” an interactive event at a senior housing construction site in Higashiosaka, Osaka Prefecture, on October 31, 2026. The project began in 2014, and this will be its 10th edition. Activities will include a ride on a 12t crane with a giraffe motif and hands-on experiences in trades such as plastering and painting. Around 200 participants are expected.
一般社団法人ふるさと未来創造コンソーシアム announced that 北海道白糠町 has entered the “Children and Learning Promotion Award” category at the “Furusato Nozei Future Creation AWARD 2026,” to be held on November 19, 2026.
MAKOTO Prime expands internal pilot use of its AI employee “カルクネイティブ,” introducing it to the intern team
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社MAKOTO Prime expanded the internal pilot use of its in-house AI employee “カルクネイティブ” and began introducing it to its intern team on October 25, 2026. In addition to its track record in the sales division, the company aims to create an environment where student interns work alongside AI.
Discover the potential in our cities and drive new CHANGE. “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026” announces its 3rd program lineup
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン announced the 3rd program lineup for “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026,” to be held November 2–8, 2026. Sessions will include urban farms, small mobility and industry-government-academia collaboration contests.
10 shops from the Higashimino area gather at Toki Outlet to offer a variety of flavors to compare: “Gohei Mochi Festival” to be held Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 4th Higashimino Gohei Mochi Festival will be held at 土岐プレミアム・アウトレット on November 7 and 8, 2026. 10 shops from the Higashimino area will sell gohei mochi, alongside tasting opportunities and local specialty sales.
『白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S』 appears in “NEXUS-The Fave Card Game”! Collaboration starter deck on sale today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社コロプラ announced that the collaboration starter deck for the smartphone RPG 『白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S』 and the competitive card game “NEXUS” went on sale on October 28, 2026.
Facts
55 cards in a preconstructed deck
40 normal cards
15 emote cards
Promo cards (17 types in total)
Suggested retail price: 3,300 yen
Today, Wednesday, October 28, 2026
39 cards combining Fave Cards and Action Cards
MAX (15 points)
Marked its 12th anniversary on July 14, 2026 (Tue.)
New smartphone game based on the TV anime 『BLEACH』, “BLEACH Mirrors High,” launches today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント announced the launch of its new smartphone game “BLEACH Mirrors High,” based on the TV anime 『BLEACH』, and a giveaway campaign celebrating the game surpassing 1 million pre-registrations.
Facts
Pre-registrations surpassed 1 million
9,000 Mirror Stones for all players
Get up to 3,000 Mirror Stones
You can earn an additional 3,000 Mirror Stones
Log in for 7 days after starting the game
The series has surpassed 1億3000万 copies in circulation
More than 410 episodes have been produced across the series
There have also been 4 feature-length theatrical anime films
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、集英社、テレビ東京、dentsu、ぴえろ、Apple Inc.、Google LLC
A set of 8 signature scents from メゾン フランシス クルジャン. “Fragrance Wardrobe Essentials” available in limited quantities
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
メゾン フランシス クルジャン will release “Fragrance Wardrobe Essentials,” a limited-edition set featuring a hand-picked selection of 8 signature scents in travel sizes, on October 28, 2026. Price: 45,540 yen (tax included).
Initial property appraisals cut from 1 day 5 hours to 1 hour; outsourced pamphlet costs reduced from 7.7 million yen a year to almost zero—Free webinar on November 4 (Wed.) uses real estate company case studies and demos to help identify tasks to hand over to AI (Cotocoto Works)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Cotocoto Works will hold a free online seminar on November 4, 2026, for real estate company DX managers, featuring case studies and demonstrations of AI-driven operational efficiency.
13 years of in-house Halloween celebrations! “Rank Up Trend Awards 2026” recreates the year’s biggest talking points
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ランクアップ held its 13th in-house Halloween event, “Rank Up Trend Awards 2026,” on October 27, 2026. Around 100 employees took part, showing off costumes inspired by social phenomena and popular content from 2026.
Turn nudges into results for the people who use them. Free release of a practical guide with illustrations and worksheets
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
リクエスト株式会社 has released a practical guide to Nudge Product® titled “Turn Nudges into Results for the People Who Use Them.” The A4 portrait-format PDF is 12 pages long and includes illustrations and worksheets, offering methods for observation, testing, and reflection.
Nakiri Castle Ruins join the “Castle Tour Stamp Rally,” exploring Mie’s history and culture! Complete stamps from all 8 castles and enter for a chance to win premium Mie specialties.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
三重県城郭めぐり連絡協議会 will launch a stamp rally in October 2026 featuring 8 castles, including Nakiri Castle Ruins in Shima City. Complete the rally for a chance to win local specialties such as spiny lobster and Matsusaka beef.
QBB × イスズベーカリー to offer “NINPUPAN,” bread for expectant mothers, for a limited time!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
六甲バター株式会社（QBB） has teamed up with Kobe’s long-established イスズベーカリー to offer “NINPUPAN,” bread for expectant mothers, for a limited time from November 3 to December 14. It will also distribute original stickers in collaboration with Ikuta Shrine.
Bang & Olufsen begins pre-orders for “Beosound A9 Wookukwon Edition,” a collaboration with an artist
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Bang & Olufsen has opened pre-orders for “Beosound A9 Wookukwon Edition,” a limited-edition speaker created in collaboration with contemporary Korean artist Woo Kukwon.
[JPI Seminar] “Contract Practices and Risk Management for the Installation and Operation of Grid-Scale Batteries: From Project Finance to Funding Through Silent Partnership Investments” to be held November 26 (Thu.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社日本計画研究所 will hold a seminar on November 26 featuring attorney Koji Fukatsu of TMI総合法律事務所. Topics will include contract practices and risk management for the installation and operation of grid-scale batteries, as well as funding through project finance and silent partnership investments.
Facts
Nov. 26 (Thursday)
13:30 - 16:30
Special rate: 18,500 yen (tax included)
1 person: 37,360 yen (tax included)
From the 2nd person onward: 32,360 yen (tax included; same company and simultaneous registration)
Up to 2 people: 11,000 yen (tax included / venue and livestream only / same attendance format)
Polka Takahashi from 『イキヅライブ！ LOVELIVE！ BLUEBIRD』 arrives as a figure. Now available for pre-order at あみあみ.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
あみあみ（大網株式会社） has opened pre-orders for a 1/7-scale complete figure of 高橋ポルカ from 『イキヅライブ！ LOVELIVE！ BLUEBIRD』, produced by デザインココ. The suggested retail price is 19,800 yen, with release scheduled for July 2027.
An “Orange Cat” figure from “Tea Time Cats,” the original deformed-figure line in the “DLC” series, is here. Now available for pre-order at あみあみ.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Hobby retailer あみあみ (大網株式会社) has begun accepting preorders for the finished “Orange Cat” figure from the “DLC Series Tea Time Cats” by RIBOSE. The reference price is 10,450 yen, and the figure is scheduled for release in July 2027.
＠Loppi/HMV-exclusive edition: Blu-ray “EBiDAN THE LIVE 2026 15th Anniversary” to be released on Wednesday, February 10, 2027; preorders open today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Blu-ray “EBiDAN THE LIVE 2026 15th Anniversary” and photo book “EBiDAN Visual Dictionary 2027～15th Anniversary Edition～” by EBiDAN, a unit affiliated with スターダストプロモーション, will be released on February 10, 2027, with preorders opening today.
AXR launches AI data center development consulting
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
AXR株式会社 has launched a consulting service for AI data center development. It provides end-to-end support, from identifying land and power sources to designing business structures, integrating all layers, operating security, and maximizing the value of GPU assets.
Facts
Generational upgrades every 1–2 years
A data center from 20 years ago
Established: July 2014
Capital: 100 million yen
The value created by GPU servers changes significantly in about 2 years
A state in which revenue can continue to be generated even after the 3rd year
Ahead of November 2, “Good Blood Pressure Day,” proposing the “Keep Lemons at Work” initiative to support corporate health management; event promotes workplace blood pressure care habits※1 using “Pokka Lemon 100”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ポッカサッポロフード＆ビバレッジ held an awareness event for its “Keep Lemons at Work” initiative, which promotes workplace blood pressure care habits using the Foods with Function Claims product “Pokka Lemon 100,” ahead of “Good Blood Pressure Day” on November 2.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Launched the Foods with Function Claims product “Pokka Lemon 100” in 2024
“Sheep-Free Pillow®” official online store revamped
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
MOON-X Japan株式会社 announced that it revamped the official online store for its bedding brand “Sheep-Free Pillow®” on October 28, 2026, improving product comparison features and the purchase journey, and launching its owned media outlet “The Sheep’s Murmurs.”
Notice of receiving the “Reiwa 8 Award for Contributions to Safe and Secure Community Development”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
FC東京 received the Prime Minister’s Award at the “Reiwa 8 Award for Contributions to Safe and Secure Community Development,” held at the Prime Minister’s Office on October 15, 2026. Its initiatives, including collaboration with 多摩少年院 and the HIGH HOPE program, were recognized.
Preparing for the 2027 first- and second-class architect exams? Get a great deal on written exam preparation at TAC! Get a head start before the end of the year and get ahead of other test-takers.
Taking Japan’s challengers to global investors. Now seeking guests for “Under the Radar Japan,” which introduces companies and executives aiming to expand overseas, including in e-commerce marketing, to English-speaking audiences
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ECマーケティング株式会社 began accepting applications on November 1, 2026, for guests on “Under the Radar Japan,” an interview program introducing Japanese founders and executives aiming to expand overseas to English-speaking investors. Interview and production costs are entirely free, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Facts
More than 500 companies
More than 6,000 people
Nov. 1, 2026
Approximately 30 minutes
¥10,000,000
Companies mentioned：ECマーケティング株式会社、Coloridoh、コロリド、Growth Ring Grid、グロースリンググリッド、CORe、コーレ
Learn “automation” from a legend behind Hollywood films! Report on special lecture by Scott Fisher now available
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
大阪芸術大学 invited Scott Fisher, a leading figure in stunt filming for Hollywood movies, to give a special lecture on “automation” and has published a report on the event on its official website.
Heisei-era trends make a comeback; more than half of women in their 30s recognize them. Interest is highest in “Heisei hit music” and “Heisei TV dramas”
大泉工場 revamps corporate website, turning its “fermentation” philosophy and diverse businesses into a web experience and opening the way to new collaboration for a sustainable future
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社大泉工場 fully revamped its corporate website on October 28, 2026. The new site is designed to convey the thinking behind its “fermentation” philosophy and diverse businesses, including beverages, cafes, and placemaking.
グランドパーク小樽 wins awards in 3 categories at the “World Luxury Hotel Awards 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
グランドパーク小樽 won awards in 3 categories, including the East Asia Scenic Environment category, at the “World Luxury Hotel Awards 2026,” announced in October 2026.
Facts
3 categories in total
296 guest rooms
October 2026
Companies mentioned：グランドパーク小樽、Park Hotel Group、ウイングベイ小樽
Analyzing dashcam images in a pilot project to inspect infrastructure using Japan Post delivery motorcycles
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社サイバーコア will handle the analysis and processing of dashcam images in a pilot project to inspect infrastructure using post office delivery motorcycles, conducted by Japan Post, Japan Post Co. and others in Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture.
Facts
Scheduled for November 4 (Wednesday)–November 10 (Tuesday), 2026
Notice regarding the start of a clinical trial (confirmatory study) of an ADRC-based treatment for chronic limb-threatening ischemia
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ADRセラピューティクス株式会社, a subsidiary of ADRバイオメディカルホールディングス株式会社, has resolved to begin a clinical trial (confirmatory study) of an ADRC-based treatment for chronic limb-threatening ischemia.
“EBiDAN Visual Dictionary 2027～15th Anniversary Edition～,” a substantial volume of more than 200 pages, to be released on February 10, 2027!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
EBiDAN's 15th anniversary photobook, “EBiDAN Visual Dictionary 2027～15th Anniversary Edition～,” is set for release on Feb. 10, 2027. The book will feature more than 200 pages, photographed and edited by GIANNA, and will be available with 6 types of W COVER as well as limited-edition merchandise sets.
Facts
More than 200 pages
15th anniversary
All 6 types of W COVER
6,050 yen, tax included
W40×H60 mm
3 mm thick
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, 16:00
Monday, Dec. 21, 2026, 23:59
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナンバーセブン、EBiDAN、GIANNA、HMV、@Loppi、Lawson、HMV&BOOKS online、HMV店舗、超特急、M!LK、SUPER★DRAGON、ICEx、Sakurashimeji、BUDDiiS、ONE N' ONLY、Lienel、原因は自分にある。、iiONDO
PARTY joins the “We-Being Project” launched by コクヨ as a creative partner
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Creative collective PARTY is participating as a creative partner in the “We-Being Project,” which aims to put into practice in society the “We-Being” well-being indicator proposed by コクヨ based on joint research with Kyoto University.
プチバトー will release its 2nd capsule collection in collaboration with パリ国立オペラ on Nov. 6, 2026. The collection features limited-edition items inspired by the world of dance, with an advance sale at 伊勢丹新宿店.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Dress/17,600 yen
Sweatshirt/13,200–14,300 yen
Long-sleeved T-shirt/6,050–6,600 yen
Dress/22,000–23,100 yen
Sweatshirt/11,000 yen
Left: Sweatshirt loungewear/9,900–10,450 yen
Right: Rib-knit loungewear/17,600 yen
Romper/8,250 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社プチバトージャパン、プチバトー、PETIT BATEAU、パリ国立オペラ、Opéra national de Paris、伊勢丹新宿店、伊勢丹新宿本店、阪急うめだ本店
COTEN announces study aimed at “practicing post-capitalist management”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社COTEN announced a study on evaluating the value of companies tackling social issues and held a media roundtable on Oct. 14, 2026. The study addresses the limits of quantification, “meaning value” and the history of Japanese-style management. Collaboration with 岡野バルブ製造株式会社 is also planned.
[みらいえ property management feature update] Improved automatic entry of zoning and school district information; addresses accidental overwriting
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
DataBee株式会社 updated the property management features of its real estate DX platform みらいえ, resolving an issue in which manually edited information was unintentionally overwritten when zoning and school district information was entered automatically.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
Deployed at more than 300 companies
More than 4,000 stores
At a pace of 20–30 companies per month
Posting success rate of 99.99%
Property data entry work reduced by about 70%
Automatically enter more than 400 fields with one click
Property registration, from about 30 minutes
Reduced to around 10 minutes
Integrated with more than 40 portals
Automatically import inquiries from more than 30 sites
Opensignal releases its latest report on the mobile network experience in Japan
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
In its Japan mobile network report released in October 2026, Opensignal analyzed user experience quality for 4 companies—au, NTTドコモ, 楽天モバイル and ソフトバンク—and identified the top performer for each key indicator, including reliability, coverage and speed.
Opensignal analyzes 楽天モバイル's network quality and competitiveness after subscriptions surpass 11 million lines
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Opensignal released a report analyzing network quality and competitiveness after 楽天モバイル surpassed 11 million subscribed lines. The company secured a high share of customers switching from the 3 major carriers and showed improvements in 5G latency and an advantage in upload speeds. The report also notes expectations for advances in Open RAN and expanded coverage through satellite communications.
[株式会社アセンド] AI-powered call recording service “RecACE plus” adopted by 明治自動車株式会社, founded more than 70 years ago. Helps prevent order-taking errors and address customer harassment while improving employees’ psychological safety
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アセンド's AI call recording service “RecACE plus” has been adopted by 明治自動車株式会社, founded more than 70 years ago, to prevent order-taking errors and address customer harassment, helping improve employees’ psychological safety.
Launch of a theater set featuring the relaxing, waterproof portable theater speaker “MAGSPEAKER DUO” and a waterproof case for enjoying it in the bath
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
リズム株式会社 has released the limited-quantity “MAGSPEAKER DUO Theater Set,” which combines the waterproof portable theater speaker “MAGSPEAKER DUO” with the waterproof “MAGCASE.”
Facts
Has remained a favorite in more than 90 countries worldwide
Have BL readers’ attitudes changed in response to e-bookstore service suspensions and outages? [Special free webinar on Nov. 5]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社サンディアス is holding a special webinar on November 5 and conducting a preliminary survey to analyze the impact of e-bookstore service suspensions and outages on BL readers’ attitudes.
103rd Study Session (Wednesday, November 18) Hosted by 日本の医療の未来を考える会 [For hospital owners and executives, and university representatives]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
集中出版株式会社 will hold the 103rd study session of 「日本の医療の未来を考える会」 on November 18, with Professor 桐生正幸 speaking on measures to address customer and patient harassment.
Uravation releases a free 36-page “Cyberattack Casebook for the Age of AI Agents,” including an Excel self-assessment tool
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Uravation has released a free casebook of cyberattacks in the age of AI agents (PDF), a self-assessment sheet (Excel) and an initial incident-response template (Word). It analyzes 32 publicly announced cases in Japan from September 1 to October 9, 2026, and outlines 4 entry-point categories and key countermeasures.
Facts
36 pages, landscape format
There were 32 organizations in Japan
From September 1 to October 9, 2026
The entry points can be grouped into the following 4 categories
藤枝市役所 will hold ふじえだ軽便マルシェ on November 3 to improve pedestrian circulation and enhance the appeal of the old town. Held alongside 上伝馬まとい祭り, the event will serve as a social experiment featuring more than 80 vendors.
Work that took 2–3 days now takes hours. 京王建設 uses “トッタロー” to bring rebar inspection DX to job sites where teams can take their own photos without relying on outside contractors
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
京王建設 has adopted ピクシーダストテクノロジーズ’ rebar inspection DX service, “トッタロー,” to streamline the photographing and organization of rebar images. Work that used to take 2–3 days has been reduced to a few hours, lowering reliance on outside contractors and giving on-site teams greater ownership.
Facts
A reduction of approximately 70–95% in labor for the photography process has been confirmed
ベースフード株式会社 will launch “BASE BREAD Pizza,” a new product in its nutritionally complete bread series “BASE BREAD,” on its official online store and other e-commerce sites starting November 4, 2026.
Facts
Original1日に必要な33種類の栄養素
Original1食（2袋）で1日に必要な33種類の栄養素の1/3
Cumulative sales have surpassed 300 million bags
Cumulative number of subscribers has exceeded 1 million
Urruru to hold “あの時ごめんね展2026” with FOR CHILDREN PROJECT, founded by rapper 般若, in conjunction with November’s Orange Ribbon Child Abuse Prevention Campaign
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社うるる will hold the online event “あの時ごめんね展2026” in November in conjunction with the Orange Ribbon Child Abuse Prevention Campaign, in collaboration with FOR CHILDREN PROJECT, founded by rapper 般若. The event will invite stories of “I’m sorry” moments in parenting and provide a space for empathy and support.
Facts
166 stories were submitted
Total donations amounted to ¥712,116
Companies mentioned：株式会社うるる、FOR CHILDREN PROJECT、株式会社コドモン、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、株式会社夢ふぉと、OurPhoto
A cooler mist takes center stage! New top-fill steam humidifier combines high functionality with safety, with steam that isn’t hot
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The “PBAHF007,” a top-fill steam humidifier that keeps steam temperature low, will go on sale October 28, 2026, under the plus more brand from ライフオンプロダクツ株式会社. It is priced at ¥11,880 (tax included).
“いいコネまつり×第11回綿半まつり” to be held in Iizuna, Nagano Prefecture, on Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社綿半インテック will hold “いいコネまつり×第11回綿半まつり” in Iizuna, Nagano Prefecture, on October 31 and November 1, 2026. Aiming to revitalize the community, the event will feature food booths, stage events and more. Admission is free.
TKP accelerates expansion in the Hakata Station area; “TKP Hakata Ekimae Conference Center” to open in January 2027
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社TKP will open TKP Hakata Ekimae Conference Center in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, on January 12, 2027, accelerating its expansion around Hakata Station.
Celebrating the arena tour! Limited prizes and a collaboration café coming to the 3rd GLAY × GiGO campaign
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment will hold the 3rd collaboration campaign with popular rock band GLAY, featuring limited prizes and a collaboration café at GiGO group locations.
にじさんじ to exhibit at Anime x Game Festival Korea 2026, starting Friday, December 4, 2026; stage appearance also confirmed!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
VTuber group にじさんじ, operated by ANYCOLOR株式会社, will exhibit at Anime x Game Festival Korea 2026, taking place at KINTEX in South Korea from December 4, 2026. The unit 3SKM will perform on stage, and RhyZyGy will serve as the opening act.
A book to develop logical thinking and communication skills goes on sale: “What If Momotaro Were a Thief? Brain Training! Thought Experiments Based on Folktales”!
一般社団法人日本産後育児推進協会 has launched 2 support packages for expectant families through its home-visit postpartum care service, メルシーべべ: the “Birth Preparation Lesson Package” and the “Postpartum Peace of Mind Package.”
Facts
3-hour private lesson
Up to 4 people can participate at the same time
Weekdays: 19,800 yen
39% (thank-you) discount
Weekends and holidays: 22,000 yen
37% off
10 videos in total
Unlimited viewing for 1 year
Postpartum Peace of Mind 30-hour package: 112,035 yen
3% OFF
Postpartum Peace of Mind 50-hour package: 182,875 yen
Tsukashin Natural Hot Spring’s Yunokarō opens “Iyashigura,” a relaxing space, and holds a 8th anniversary thank-you campaign
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Iyashigura, a relaxing space inside Yunokarō operated by グンゼ開発株式会社, marks its 8th anniversary on Nov. 22 and is holding a 6-stage campaign to express its gratitude.
GLOBAL Official Online Store to hold 2026 Christmas campaign. Free personalization and free shipping on all items, plus gifts with purchase
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Yoshida Metal Industry will hold a Christmas campaign at the GLOBAL Official Online Store and YOSHIKIN SHOP locations from Nov. 10 to Dec. 24, 2026. The campaign includes free personalization and free shipping on all items, as well as original gifts based on the purchase amount.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Thursday, Dec. 24
Original通常1本1,100円
Takkyubin delivery (￥770)
Kuroneko Yu-Packet (￥297)
Total purchase of 40,000 yen (tax included) or more
Total purchase of 80,000 yen (tax included) or more
Sales support service セリーズ（Selly-s） wins No.1 in the sales outsourcing company category at “BOXIL REVIEW AWARD Autumn 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Sales support service セリーズ（Selly-s） from 株式会社ビズリンクス won No.1 in the sales outsourcing company category at “BOXIL REVIEW AWARD Autumn 2026,” hosted by スマートキャンプ. In response, it will run a special campaign for companies seeking to acquire new customers and strengthen their sales operations.
Facts
No.1 in the sales outsourcing company category
Starting April 1, 2026
By September 30
11 years of specialization
More than 300 companies served cumulatively
250,000 companies and 2.5 million departments
Direct department contact lists for 300 target companies
6 young Japanese American leaders from the United States visit Tokyo and Okinawa to deepen their understanding of Japan’s politics, economy, women’s advancement and entertainment.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
6 young Japanese American leaders recommended by the L.A. Next Generation Japanese American Leaders Initiative in Los Angeles and the Nikkei NextGen Steering Committee in San Francisco will visit Tokyo and Okinawa from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, 2026, to deepen their understanding of Japan’s politics, economy, women’s advancement and entertainment. The program is implemented by the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) as part of the Kakehashi Project, an exchange program promoting understanding of Japan and advanced by 外務省.
Facts
6 young Japanese American leaders
4 from Los Angeles
2 from San Francisco
Initiative launched in 2021
Organization launched in 2025
Wednesday, Oct. 28–Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人 日本国際協力センター、JICE、L.A. Next Generation Japanese American Leaders Initiative、Nikkei NextGen Steering Committee、在ロサンゼルス日本国総領事館、在サンフランシスコ日本国総領事館、NHK、防衛省、衆議院議員 牧島かれん事務所、外務省沖縄事務所、在沖米国総領事館、宜野湾市、JICA横浜 海外移住資料館、Shibuya Startups、外務省、都庁展望台、江戸博物館
[JPI Seminar] Sports Agency: “A Turning Point for the Sports Business and Policy Challenges: Strengthening Revenue Generation and Creating New Businesses Toward a 15 Trillion Yen Market,” to be held on Tuesday, November 24
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本計画研究所 will hold a seminar on November 24, 2026, featuring Sports Agency Counselor 吉屋拓之 as the speaker. The seminar will cover strengthening revenue generation and creating new businesses in the sports business toward a 15 trillion yen market.
グッドウェイ Opens Applications for Companies to Be Featured in Its “Financial IT Chaos Map” for Financial Institutions
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社グッドウェイ has begun accepting applications from companies offering related services and solutions to have their logos featured in its “Financial IT Chaos Map,” which is being created and will be published to support financial institutions in addressing IT challenges. Listings will be free of charge through the end of December 2027, and companies are expected to be classified into 7 categories.
Facts
The following 7 categories
Listings available free of charge through the end of December 2027
株式会社商船三井 announced that “MAIZURU KAZENOMAI,” Japan’s first Wind Challenger-equipped LNG dual-fuel coal carrier, built as a dedicated vessel for Kansai Electric Power, has been completed and has begun operations.
Notice of ペッツファーストグループ’s “Meet-and-Greet Adoption Event” at the Pet Care & Adoption Center Nikko
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ペッツファーストホールディングス株式会社 will hold an adoption event for dogs and cats at the Pet Care & Adoption Center Nikko, which it operates. The event will take place in November and December 2026, with free admission; the dog run will also be open, and pet supplies will be sold.
[Event Report] Kickoff Panel Discussion: “A Platform for Philosophical Dialogue, Cultivated with Knowledge from Around the World, Starting from Africa and Japan”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
特定非営利活動法人日本医療政策機構（HGPI） held a kickoff panel discussion on June 15, 2026, and announced its aim to create a platform for spirituality and philosophical dialogue in global health.
Facts
June 15, 2026
2028
2004
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人 日本医療政策機構、日本医療政策機構、HGPI: Health and Global Policy Institute、シブサワ・アンド・カンパニー株式会社、一般社団法人京都哲学研究所、Human Activity Research Laboratory、笹川平和財団、武蔵野大学ウェルビーイング学部、Lancet-Georgetown Commission on Faith Trust & Health、The ONE Campaign、経済同友会、African Folktales Project、ハーバード大学
Digital Garage payment platforms “Cloud Pay” and “Cloud Pay Neo” integrate with “PASELI,” the “playable electronic money” service
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス announced that PASELI is now supported by the “Cloud Pay” and “Cloud Pay Neo” payment platforms from Digital Garage and DG Financial Technology. Visitors can try it at AMUSEMENT EXPO 2026.
Ginger Lab’s socially conscious emergency food stockpile “KIBOU CURRY” deployed: 900 meals placed at いちご地所 properties in 5 cities nationwide
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Ginger Lab株式会社 has deployed 900 meals of its emergency food stockpile “KIBOU CURRY” at properties owned and operated by いちご地所株式会社 in 5 cities nationwide, and is conducting an advance trial based on a socially conscious rolling-stock model.
Facts
900 meals in total (including the advance trial)
5 cities: Sapporo, Sendai, Tokyo, Osaka and Fukuoka
Notice of Acquisition of Business Site (Fukuzumi, Koto Ward)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社THEグローバル社 has acquired a business site in Fukuzumi, Koto Ward, Tokyo, and plans to develop a revenue-generating apartment building for singles and DINKS.
Notice of Investment Offering for Real Estate Crowdfunding “TASUKI FUNDS” Tasuki Capital-Focused Type No. 15 Fund-S1 (Series 1)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社タスキ, a group company of 株式会社タスキホールディングス, will begin accepting investments on October 28, 2026, for “Tasuki Capital-Focused Type No. 15 Fund-S1” through its real estate crowdfunding platform “TASUKI FUNDS.”
Facts
Starting Oct. 28, 2026
We are soliciting 430 units as preferred investments
タスキ will make subordinated investments of 88 units
Notice on Launching an Industry-First※ Security Services Business — Development Begins on “5G Direct Edge,” a Device Management Service for Remote Work
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社CAICA DIGITAL announced that, jointly with its consolidated subsidiary 株式会社ネクス, it will launch the development and sale of “5G Direct Edge,” a secure communications service for remote work, as a new business.
Facts
Dongle development: 9.2 million yen
Server development and infrastructure construction: 10 million yen
“カイカIPスタジオ” Launches! Starting an Author Agency and IP Production Business!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社CAICA DIGITAL resolved to change the trade name of its consolidated subsidiary 株式会社カイカフィナンシャルホールディングス to “株式会社カイカIPスタジオ” effective November 1, 2026. The new company will launch an author agency business and an IP production business, handling creator management as well as publishing and media development.
DGDV to Hold “Regional Finance × Innovation Vol. 02” for Regional Financial Institutions on November 10
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
DGDV will hold the “Regional Finance × Innovation Vol. 02” event for regional financial institutions on November 10, 2026. Through a discussion and presentations by 3 startups (リングブル, Zehitomo, and Kanaglee), participants will share investment strategies and possibilities for business collaboration.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
17 priority sectors
For more than 10 years
3 startups
8:00 – 10:00
Since 2016
Approximately 1,000 meetings with startups annually
mソナー Wins “Grand Prix” and “No.1 in the Business Card Management Software Category” at “BOXIL REVIEW AWARD Autumn 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The “mソナー” business card management app from ユーソナー株式会社 won the Grand Prix and No.1 in the business card management software category at “BOXIL REVIEW AWARD Autumn 2026,” hosted by SmartCamp.