【Veritas In Silico】Changing how medicines are delivered to offer patients new treatment options. Notice of trademark registration for proprietary DDS “Perfusio®”
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株式会社Veritas In Silico announced that it has completed the trademark registration of its proprietary, internally developed drug delivery system (DDS), “Perfusio®.” The company is preparing to obtain the necessary regulatory approvals with the aim of beginning manufacturing and sales in fiscal 2027, and is also considering collaborations with catheter-related and pharmaceutical companies.
Facts
Securities code: 130A
Start of manufacturing and sales in fiscal 2027
Today (10/28)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Veritas In Silico、株式会社Veritas In Silico、当社
“4th Supply Chain Assessment System Seminar” to be held on Friday, Nov. 20: IPA publishes guidelines for compliance with the SCS Assessment System. What companies should do now, based on the latest information
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On Oct. 28, 2026, IPA published guidelines for compliance with the Security Measures Assessment System for Strengthening Supply Chains (SCS Assessment System). 株式会社VLCセキュリティ will hold its 4th seminar on Nov. 20, explaining how to meet the requirements and set priorities based on cyber risks, using the latest information.
55th anniversary of his artistic career: Solo exhibition “風に‥‥ 。” by Shizuoka-born painter 市川元晴
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A solo exhibition commemorating the 55th anniversary of the artistic career of Shizuoka-born painter 市川元晴, titled “風に‥‥ 。,” will be held at 松坂屋静岡店 from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, 2026.
“Asset disaster preparedness,” supported by Collection Bank, which manages over 40,000 items worth more than ¥200 billion
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株式会社Collection Bank manages assets including artworks and watches, totaling over 40,000 items and worth more than ¥200 billion, and supports “asset disaster preparedness” through distributed storage and digitization.
Facts
4万点 items under management
The total value of assets under management exceeds 2,000億円, based on reference valuations.
Points race remains tight! “Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026 Division F Round 5” results
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Results from “Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026 Division F Round 5,” hosted by 株式会社カプコン. The report covers match results and points earned by REJECT, VARREL and Good 8 Squad, as well as streaming information for the next Division S round.
Facts
Street Fighter League: Japan 2026
Round 5
Earned 40 points
Earned 30 points
10 points each
Ranks 2nd
Companies mentioned：株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM、REJECT、名古屋NTPOJA、RIDDLE ORDER、VARREL、DetonatioN FocusMe、Good 8 Squad、ぶいすぽっ！、Crazy Raccoon、ZETA DIVISION Geekly、広島 TEAM iXA、Saishunkan Sol 熊本、KADOKAWA FAV gaming、FUKUSHIMA IBUSHIGIN
【Series sales exceed 120,000 garments!】Once you wear it, you’ll be hooked⁉ antiqua unveils 4 new fall/winter looks featuring its popular “美人スクイーズニット”
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A feature presenting 4 fall/winter looks in BLACK, IVORY, BLUE and BEIGE, styled with “美人スクイーズニット,” a long-selling item from the fashion brand “antiqua” operated by 株式会社antiqua. Cumulative sales have exceeded 120,000 garments.
Facts
Cumulative sales continue to climb beyond 120,000 garments
【Horimiya CAFE Katagiri High School Cultural Festival】Later-period menu and special offers revealed!
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Menu, special offers and reservation information have been released for the later period of the Tokyo venue of “ホリミヤCAFE 片桐高校文化祭” (Nov. 21–Dec. 27). Dates for the Osaka event are also included.
【京都伝統産業ミュージアム】Cultural experience event for “Classics Day” on Nov. 1: Competitive karuta demonstration and original card-making
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To mark “Classics Day” on Nov. 1, 2026, 京都伝統産業ミュージアム will hold a mock competitive karuta demonstration and an event to make original cards produced by 田村将軍堂.
Facts
Nov. 1, 2026
General admission: ¥500
¥400 for elementary, junior high and high school students
How can you address damaging online reviews that won’t go away? “Reverse SEO Measures for Beginners,” based on a survey of 5,063 people and over 15 years of practical expertise, published on Kindle
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株式会社ネット風評被害対策 has published “Reverse SEO Measures for Beginners” on Kindle, based on a survey of 5,063 people and over 15 years of practical expertise. The book explains “reverse SEO measures,” which improve the search results environment rather than relying solely on deleting negative information, as well as “reverse AI search measures” for the generative AI era.
Facts
An original survey of 5,063 people nationwide
Over 15 years of practical experience in web risk management
Reached 45.1%
13.7% “switched to another company’s product or service”
VR brain fatigue measurement company ニューラルポート recognized as a member of NVIDIA’s U.S. “NVIDIA Inception Program.” Accelerating real-world applications of neuroscience × AI
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株式会社ニューラルポート has been recognized as a member of the “NVIDIA Inception Program,” a support program for AI startups. The company is advancing research and development of “ZEN EYE Pro,” a VR brain fatigue measurement system that combines brain science and technology.
【3 days left】Popular on CAMPFIRE! “FS100,” a screenless AI smart band with eligible AI features free forever, is nearing the end of its advance sale!
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An article about the “FS100,” a screenless AI smart band being sold in advance by 株式会社RT on CAMPFIRE, noting that the sale is scheduled to end in 3 days, eligible AI features are free forever, and outlining its main functions and specifications.
【PFUブルーキャッツ石川かほく】こびとづかん × pro volleyball × outdoor drone show set
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PFUブルーキャッツ石川かほく will hold an outdoor drone show, “こびとづかん & ブルーキャッツ Night Canvas,” after its home games on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026, in collaboration with 株式会社ドローンショー・ジャパン. A maze adventure will also be held as part of a collaboration event with こびとづかん.
A 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle featuring a collection of stills that capture the history of the Fast & Furious series is set for release in mid-November 2026!
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株式会社やのまん will release a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle based on the Fast & Furious series in mid-November 2026. Under an agreement with ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ライセンシングLLC, it will be priced at 3,850 yen, tax included.
Facts
1,000 pieces
Mid-November 2026
More than $7 billion
11 titles
¥3,850
50 × 75 cm
Companies mentioned：株式会社やのまん、Universal Studios Licensing LLC、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ライセンシングLLC、ユニバーサル・ピクチャーズ、Universal City Studios LLC
Nov. 26 is “Good Bath Day,” based on a Japanese wordplay. A weeklong special, “Good Bath Week,” is coming to 富士眺望の湯ゆらり
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富士眺望の湯ゆらり, a day spa operated by 富士観光開発株式会社, will hold a special “Good Bath Week” from Nov. 20 to 26 to mark “Good Bath Day” on Nov. 26. Special offers include admission, meals and use of the rest room for 1,126 yen, along with limited-time menu items and a giveaway campaign.
こびとづかん marks its 20th anniversary with its first drone show, held on the same day at 2 venues in Kahoku, Ishikawa Prefecture, and Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture! The little creatures will appear one after another in the night sky
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株式会社ドローンショー・ジャパン will stage the first drone show to mark the 20th anniversary of the children’s book series こびとづかん. The show will take place simultaneously at 2 venues, in Kahoku, Ishikawa Prefecture, and Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on Nov. 7, 2026.
HESTA Solar installed on the gymnasium roof of Tokyo Metropolitan Kuramae Technical High School, marking the No. 2 project at a metropolitan school
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株式会社HESTA大倉 installed HESTA Solar (82.28 kW) on the gymnasium roof of Tokyo Metropolitan Kuramae Technical High School, marking the No. 2 project at a metropolitan school.
ハイアール ジャパン セールス株式会社 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 岩手県釜石市 on regional development and the supply of goods during disasters on Oct. 28, 2026, and will donate home appliances to public facilities.
“Is it okay to leave your changed body shape as it is?” No more relentless dieting! The new posture method “Posture Core Training,” designed to activate underused muscles, is rolling out
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株式会社LOIVE has been rolling out its new “Posture Core Training” method, which uses a foam roller to address poor posture caused by desk work and smartphone use, at 251 loIve locations nationwide since October 2026.
MONTECH launches 4 “CyberFlow Core” all-in-one liquid CPU coolers featuring a high-speed pump and magnetic VRM fan
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シー・エフ・デー販売 will launch 4 products in the MONTECH “CyberFlow Core” all-in-one liquid CPU cooler series on Nov. 6, 2026. They feature a high-speed pump and magnetic VRM fan and support Intel and AMD.
“Learn disaster preparedness at basketball classes”: 千葉大学教育学部 and 損害保険ジャパン sign partnership to expand children’s learning — signing ceremony to be held Nov. 5 (Thursday) —
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千葉大学教育学部 and 損害保険ジャパン株式会社 have signed a partnership agreement on disaster preparedness education and sports promotion. A signing ceremony was held on Nov. 5. Planned activities include “ER CAMP,” a public program combining basketball and disaster preparedness lessons for elementary school students, and risk education lectures for teacher-training students.
TowaStela accelerates U.S. expansion of baby gift brand “amanoppo” with establishment of subsidiary “TowaStela America, Inc.”
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株式会社TowaStela established its U.S. subsidiary, “TowaStela America, Inc.,” on Oct. 23, 2026, to accelerate the U.S. expansion of its baby gift brand “amanoppo.” The new company will begin sales in February 2027 and develop its business in the U.S. market.
New brand “SEOUL BROS (ソウルブロス),” overseen by Korean star chef Lee Won-il, launches! Premium media tasting event to be held Nov. 4 (Wednesday)
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株式会社StandardBridge Japan has launched “SEOUL BROS (ソウルブロス),” a new Korean cuisine brand overseen by Korean star chef Lee Won-il, and will open its first location in Higashiueno, Tokyo, on Nov. 7, 2026. A premium tasting event for the media will be held on Nov. 4 ahead of the opening.
Notice of restoration of 日本システム技術株式会社’s corporate website
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日本システム技術株式会社 announced that its corporate website, which had been inaccessible due to a temporary suspension of service by its server provider, was restored at around 17:00 on Oct. 28. No cyberattack or information leak has been confirmed.
[Free to attend] 大阪観光大学 to hold free practical reskilling webinars (briefing sessions) on Nov. 5 and Nov. 24 on the new growth markets of tourism: “beauty and wellness” × “inbound visitors and affluent travelers”.
Press conference for “Hello Kitty’s Lounge,” opening Oct. 28 (Wednesday)
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株式会社サンリオ held a press conference for “Hello Kitty’s Lounge,” an immersive event opening at 表参道ヒルズ on Oct. 28, 2026. Sisters Miyu Honda and Sara Honda appeared at the event.
Komaro Mutsu, from the TV anime “There Is Also a Hole in the Student Council!”, has been made into a figure wearing the gym uniform she wore in the series. Preorders are now open at あみあみ.
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あみあみ, a major online hobby retailer, is accepting preorders for a 1/4-scale finished figure of Komaro Mutsu from the TV anime “There Is Also a Hole in the Student Council!”, wearing a gym uniform, from メディコス・エンタテインメント.
SAP and NTT collaborate toward providing reliable sovereign cloud and SAP(R) Business AI capabilities; collaborate toward providing them
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SAP SE and NTT株式会社 announced their intention to cooperate in the fields of SAP Sovereign Cloud and SAP Business AI. The companies will support regulated industries in harnessing cloud and AI innovation while ensuring digital sovereignty and security.
Facts
Working alongside companies for more than 50 years
Approximately 340,000 employees operate across more than 70 countries and regions
Director Jackie Wu’s latest film, starring Midori Oka in her first leading film role, “Enka no Sakamichi” achieves a remarkable 10 awards at international film festivals! Its theme song also ranks 7th on the USEN chart
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Director Jackie Wu’s latest film, “Enka no Sakamichi,” won awards in 10 categories at international film festivals, and its theme song, performed by AI enka singer Rika Hitotsubashi, ranked 7th on the USEN chart.
Third advance preview from Anna Yamada’s 3rd photo book revealed! Release event set for Saturday, Jan. 9, 2027! Limited bonuses include a two-shot instant photo!!
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東京ニュース通信社 will release actress Anna Yamada’s 3rd photo book on Jan. 8 and hold a release event at SHIBUYA TSUTAYA the following day, the 9th. Limited bonuses include a two-shot instant photo and a hand-drawn illustration sticker.
Facts
Will be released on Jan. 8 (Fri.)
List price: 3,960 yen
There is also a chance to win an “Italian souvenir” selected by her, with 10 winners chosen by lottery
For the first time in 8 years since the release event for her first photo book, “PLANET NINE”
ANAPライトニングキャピタル forms capital and business alliance with 日本ビットコイン産業, investing approximately 800 million yen through an in-kind contribution of Bitcoin and entering the Lightning Network payment infrastructure business
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ANAPライトニングキャピタル has formed a capital and business alliance with 日本ビットコイン産業, investing approximately 800 million yen through an in-kind contribution of Bitcoin it holds and entering the Lightning Network payment infrastructure business.
To mark the release of the theatrical animation “Witch on the Holy Night,” ABEMA launches its first dedicated channel for TYPE-MOON × ufotable works! 5 popular anime titles to air free daily starting Friday, Oct. 30
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To mark the release of the theatrical animation “Witch on the Holy Night,” ABEMA will launch a limited-time dedicated channel for TYPE-MOON × ufotable works on Oct. 30, 2026. A total of 5 titles, including the “Kara no Kyoukai” film series, will air free daily, with free streaming available for 1 week after each broadcast.
Facts
Featuring a lineup of 5 titles
Free streaming will also be available for 1 week after each broadcast.
Channel period: Oct. 30 (Friday)–Nov. 23 (Monday, public holiday), 2026
The theatrical animation “Witch on the Holy Night,” opening Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Handwriting on paper × recording × GPT-5. The dream smart notebook “fitn Focus” arrives on Makuake at 11:00 on Thursday, Nov. 5. Pre-register now for up to 40% off!
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株式会社RT plans to launch “fitn Focus,” a smart notebook combining handwritten notes and audio recording with GPT-5 integration, on Makuake on Nov. 5. A pre-registration campaign offering up to 40% off is underway.
Facts
Up to 40% OFF
Clearly captures audio from up to approximately 8 m away
Exhibiting at the National Small Hydropower Conference
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積水化学工業 will exhibit at the 11th National Small Hydropower Conference, to be held in Yamagata on Oct. 29–30, 2026, and will propose small hydropower systems using its products “Eslon RCP” and “FTR-3D Bend.”
In Kamata, enjoy popular Taiwanese castella with its irresistible “fluffy and airy” texture, made with high-quality Japanese ingredients using authentic methods—expect a line!
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台楽蛋糕, a Taiwanese castella specialty shop operated by BOCジャパン合同会社, will open for a limited time at グランデュオ蒲田 from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10, 2026.
“Bringing free payments to Japan”: 日本ビットコイン産業 raises approximately 800 million yen in Bitcoin
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日本ビットコイン産業 has raised approximately 800 million yen in Bitcoin from フルグル合同会社 and 株式会社ANAPライトニングキャピタル, and formed a business partnership covering Lightning Network routing operations.
Facts
800,043,580 yen
Nov. 2, 2026
Approximately 6.15 billion internet users worldwide
[Survey of 500 dating app users] 73% have experienced suddenly losing interest. The No. 1 trigger for the “ick” phenomenon was “bad attitude”; among women, “messy eating” was the most common, at 44%
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According to a survey of 500 ワクワクメール users, 73% had experienced the “ick,” with “messy eating habits” the most common trigger among women (44%) and “bad attitude” the most common among men (34%).
Facts
62% overall said they “know about it”
42% said they had “fallen in love again”
“Bad attitude”: 37%
63% overall said “yes”
More than 13 million registered users
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワクワクコミュニケーションズ、ワクワクメール、Apple Inc.、Google Inc.
How can we develop people who can decide “what to entrust to AI”? Seminar featuring a talk by a 総務省 regional information services adviser to be held <12/10・Free to attend>
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株式会社イプロス will hold a seminar co-hosted by 一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会 at “イプロスAI-産業World 2026,” taking place at Tokyo International Forum on Dec. 9–10, 2026. The speaker will be Yuichi Morito, a 総務省 regional information services adviser, who will discuss the steps for developing “AX talent.”
Taking on challenges across borders. Athlete Japan rolls out a “global talent recruitment × education support” platform connecting young people in Asia with Japanese companies
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Athlete Japan株式会社, a group company of サステナブルホールディングス株式会社, is rolling out in earnest a “global talent recruitment × education support model” that connects Japanese-language and skills education for young people in Southeast Asia with employment and recruitment support for Japanese companies. The initiative is part of its “advertising subscription” business, which offers access to top athletes’ image rights for a flat monthly fee starting at 300,000 yen.
Facts
From ¥300,000 per month
69 tries for the Japan national team
3 women's doubles titles
1 mixed doubles title
62 consecutive appearances in World Grand Slam events
[ランコム] HOLIDAY COLLECTION 2026 “Beauty Box” Release Date Announced
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The release of the “Beauty Box” had been postponed due to delayed stock arrivals caused by shipping circumstances. It will go on sale nationwide at ランコム counters and the official online shop on Nov. 13, 2026. In-store reservations open on Oct. 29, 2026. The price is 22,000 yen, tax included.
[Commissioned by 岐阜労働局] Don’t miss out on early selection! Online “Job-Hunting Strategies Seminar Ahead of the December Peak” to be held Monday, Nov. 30, from 19:00
Come, see and experience! Discover a new you at the “Ah! to Home Festival 2026” on Nov. 8
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The “Ah! to Home Festival 2026,” hosted by 株式会社サンアメニティ, will be held on Nov. 8, 2026, at Sunlife Fukuroi and the Fukuroi Gymnasium in Fukuroi, Shizuoka Prefecture. Admission is free. The event will feature a dance performance by SAM, hands-on activities including tea ceremony and cookie making, musical performances, and food stalls.
MOU on comprehensive strategic partnership with 豪州ニューサウスウェールズ州政府 renewed
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On Oct. 27, 2026, JOGMEC renewed its MOU on a comprehensive strategic partnership with 豪州ニューサウスウェールズ州政府. The signing ceremony was held at IMARC in Sydney, with the aim of promoting investment by Japanese companies and expanding cooperation_iofield in areas including coal, metals, energy, hydrogen and ammonia, and CCS. A coal seminar for Japanese companies is scheduled to be held this November.
Sweet-and-savory rice sandwich with autumn eggplant and pork arrives! On sale for 6 days only at PACKN-TO from Oct. 28!!
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Salted rice ball specialty shop PACKN-TO will sell its “Autumn Eggplant and Pork Rice Sandwich” for 6 days only, from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2, 2026. The price is 700 yen, tax included.
More than 61,000 buyers attend Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn) and electronicAsia
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The exhibitions “Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn)” and “electronicAsia,” organized by 香港貿易発展局, closed on Oct. 16, 2026. More than 61,000 buyers attended in total, and many companies from Japan, mainland China and elsewhere exhibited. There was strong interest in AI and robotics, as well as high expectations for the ASEAN and Middle East markets.
Facts
More than 61,000 buyers
From 141 countries and regions
More than 3,200 companies and organizations
More than 1,150 buyers and exhibitors
96% of respondents
ASEAN (83%)
74% of surveyed companies
More than 120 robots
US$1 million (approximately 150 million yen)
Approximately US$750,000 (approximately 110 million yen)
Shiori Izawa shares behind-the-scenes dubbing stories as Nanachi in “Made in Abyss”! Asaka reflects on her resolve on her 10th anniversary as a debuting artist: “Even if I’m the only one left in the end, that’s okay” — she reveals her firm determination to uphold the profession of “anisong singer”
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On episode 103 of “SHIBUYA ANIME BASE,” broadcast on ABEMAアニメチャンネル, voice actor Shiori Izawa shared behind-the-scenes stories from dubbing Nanachi in “Made in Abyss,” while anisong singer Asaka marked her 10th anniversary since debut by expressing her strong commitment to the profession.
AI security service “loguard” announced. Detects and blocks confidential information before it is sent to generative AI
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株式会社ドットログ has announced “loguard,” an AI security service designed to prevent confidential information leaks when using generative AI. It is accepting advance registrations and pre-deployment assessments ahead of its official launch at the end of December 2026.
Facts
43% of companies have not assessed the actual situation
30% of companies have not taken effective measures
EC-CUBE Platinum Vendor エム・エー・ディー launches “EC-CUBE Security Assessment” for EC-CUBE sites in operation, delivering reports in about 1 week
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株式会社エム・エー・ディー has launched its “EC-CUBE Security Assessment” service for EC-CUBE sites in operation. It checks for vulnerabilities based on source code and server settings, and delivers a report in about 1 week. Prices start at 300,000 yen (excluding tax).
A single instruction gets EC operations moving. AI agent for EC operations “NAKATAKU” opens preregistration
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NakaTaku株式会社 has opened preregistration for “NAKATAKU,” an AI agent that supports the practical work of EC operations. It automates tasks such as product registration and ad audits for small teams, and integrates with tools including 楽天市場 and Shopify.
素朴屋株式会社 and 株式会社日建設計 will present “CHATAI 2.0,” a cultural installation rooted in traditional Japanese construction methods and culture, at Dubai Design Week 2026.
Facts
Dubai Design Week 2026
More than 10 partner companies
Has undertaken projects throughout the Middle East for more than 35 years
With a history of more than 125 years
Companies mentioned：素朴屋株式会社、株式会社日建設計、Kvadrat、Panasonic Electric Works Middle East & Africa、広島畳材、大日本印刷、Dubai Seiyu、Basara Specialty Japanese Tea、翠峰（sui ho）、Japan Style、Moku landscape、Dubai Audio、Jamila Navagharwala、Shohin Bonsai Dubai、Nikken Wood Lab、PYNT、Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa FZE（PMMAF）
【こびとづかん 20th Anniversary】First drone show to be held! Up to 1,000 drones will depict the Kobito in the night sky
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To mark the 20th anniversary of “こびとづかん,” 株式会社ドローンショー・ジャパン will hold drone shows featuring up to 1,000 drones in Kahoku, Ishikawa Prefecture, and Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture.
株式会社スピード has been selected for the “Social Implementation Pilot Project” of the Aichi Digital Health Project and will hold an event spanning a total of 10 days at Hishino Housing Complex in 瀬戸市, starting Saturday, November 7.
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株式会社スピード will hold an event spanning a total of 10 days at Hishino Housing Complex in 瀬戸市, starting November 7, after being selected for the “Social Implementation Pilot Project” of the Aichi Digital Health Project.
株式会社スピード, with support from 愛知県 and STATION Ai, launches “e-Palette Ride Original Character Contest”! Selected entry to be made into 3DCG! Entries invited nationwide from professionals and amateurs alike for a character to promote the future
MOTTO, organizer of “GAME FUTURE SUMMIT,” joins as a sponsor: “ThinkingAI Summit 2026 Tokyo,” where game operators from Japan, China and South Korea discuss practical uses of AI and data, to be held November 10
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ThinkingAI株式会社 announced that 株式会社MOTTO, organizer of GAME FUTURE SUMMIT, has joined as a sponsor of “ThinkingAI Summit 2026 Tokyo,” to be held on November 10, 2026. Admission is free, with capacity for 300 people. Game operators from Japan, China and South Korea will discuss practical uses of AI and data.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Capacity: 300 people
More than 2,000 game industry professionals, the highest number to date
Supported data utilization for a cumulative total of more than 1,500 companies
防衛省 will hold the “Ministry of Defense Cyber Contest U-25 Student Competition” exclusively for students on November 29, 2026, with 株式会社VLCセキュリティアリーナ contracted to handle operations. Eligible participants are students aged 25 or younger, and applications are open through November 20, 2026.
『あんさんぶるスターズ！！』 and “ROUND1” collaboration campaign launches!
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株式会社ラウンドワンジャパン will run a collaboration campaign with 『あんさんぶるスターズ！！』 from November 4, 2026, through February 7, 2027. Collaboration menus will be available at 93 karaoke locations, and collaboration packages at 98 bowling locations and 55 Spo-cha locations. The campaign will also feature limited-edition novelties and merchandise, as well as social media promotions.
Skymark to operate additional flights in November: This time, Fukuoka and Kagoshima routes are included. Sales of all 17 flights on 6 routes as dynamic packages (airfare + hotel) through 「グッドトリップエクスプレス」 begin Oct. 28!
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日本空輸株式会社 will begin selling dynamic packages for Skymark's additional flights in November 2026 on Oct. 28. The packages cover 17 flights on 6 routes.
Professional esports team REIGNITE's PUBG MOBILE division to compete in BMIC 2026!
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REIGNITE's PUBG MOBILE division, an esports team operated by 株式会社コアテック, finished runner-up in PMJL Season6 Phase2 and secured a place in the international tournament BMIC 2026. The tournament will be held in Mumbai, India, starting Oct. 30, with top finishers earning a place in the world championship.
Facts
Finished in 2nd place
Representative teams from 3 countries: Japan, South Korea and India
17 organizations to partner: All community partners announced for TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT, Kyushu's largest startup festival for the U25 generation!
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17 community partner organizations have been announced for TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT, Kyushu's largest startup event for the U25 generation.
Facts
Around 500 people visited the venue, among other things
Companies mentioned：F Ventures LLP、株式会社アドルーフ(九大情報局)、CO-DEJIMA、COMPASS小倉、e-ZUKA Tech Studio、長崎県立大学起業部FIRPEN、一般社団法人雷（福岡未踏）、かごゆいテラス、NEO福岡、九州産業大学オープンイノベーションセンター、PARKS （Platform for All Regions of Kyushu & Okinawa for Startup-ecosystem）、九州大学ロバート・ファン／アントレプレナーシップ・センター（QREC）、QUSIS（九大起業部）、RYO-FU BASE（公益財団法人佐賀県産業振興機構）、福工大起業部、SPIKES、Venture Café Fukuoka、XOSS POINT.
Former professional soccer players Koji Yamase and Yuya Kubo confirmed as guests! 4v4 au CUP 2026 in YAMAGUCHI Produced by au to be held, with a place in the regional representative selection round at stake!
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Now Do株式会社 and KDDI株式会社 announced that former professional soccer players Koji Yamase and Yuya Kubo will attend the 4v4 au CUP 2026 in YAMAGUCHI in Yamaguchi Prefecture on Nov. 14, 2026, as special guests. The tournament is a wildcard event in which the winning U10 and U12 teams earn a place in the regional representative selection round. Entry is free.
The event 真・蒼焔祭 -後段-, featuring the light cruiser 「雨竜(残照たる夢想)」, will begin on Oct. 28, 2026, in the naval combat game 蒼焔の艦隊, operated by 株式会社リベル・エンタテインメント.
AKB48's Miu Shitao to release 2027 calendar! The theme is her beloved bread: What if she became a baker?
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株式会社ハゴロモ will release a 2027 calendar featuring AKB48 member Miu Shitao. The photoshoot has a bakery theme, and release events will be held in Tokyo and Osaka.
Uravation releases 3 free tools that convert standard Japanese into Kansai, Kyoto and Hakata dialects. Each tool provides 2 versions at once: everyday expressions and more traditional-sounding phrasing. It also explains the meanings of the words used.
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株式会社Uravation has released 3 free tools on its website that convert standard Japanese into Kansai, Kyoto and Hakata dialects. Each tool displays 2 versions: an everyday expression and a more strongly dialectal 「こってり/はんなり」 version, along with the meanings of the words used.
On Saturday, Oct. 31, Tottori Sand Dunes become a Halloween stage! Yuno Nagao to judge the costume contest; Governor Hirai to join the grand costume parade!
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鳥取県 will hold Tottori Sand Dunes Halloween 2026 at the Tottori Sand Dunes on Oct. 31, 2026. Yuno Nagao will judge the costume contest, and Governor Shinji Hirai will also appear in the parade.
Facts
2026
Oct. 31
14:00
JTB鳥取 travel vouchers worth ¥30,000
Vouchers worth ¥10,000 each
First 300 people
First 100 attendees
Companies mentioned：鳥取県、JTB鳥取、株式会社ウェブプラン・プロモーション、任天堂、クリーチャーズ、GAME FREAK inc.
Disney Sparkling Stars reaches 800,000 pre-registrations and reveals additional rewards up to 900,000!
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株式会社coly announced that the mobile game Disney Sparkling Stars has reached 800,000 pre-registrations. The additional reward for reaching 900,000 registrations will be 10 offer letters, and a special real-life gift campaign is also underway.
Facts
Pre-registrations surpass 800,000
Additional rewards up to 900,000 registrations
Set of 3 Spark Rider training items (Dance Charge S, Sing Charge S, Act Charge S)
Mickey & Friends: 6 new lunch goods with a sleek grid pattern and subtle Mickey Mouse accents, easy for adults to use, will all launch from Skater on Thu., Oct. 29!
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スケーター株式会社 will launch 6 new lunch goods featuring Mickey & Friends designs on Oct. 29.
山梨県 will hold a joint information session on municipal government jobs on Dec. 23, Reiwa 8, with 25 municipalities in the prefecture taking part, aiming to secure talent and increase the number of applicants.
The wisdom of the ancient Maya civilization, brought back to life for the modern age, will guide you to happiness! Fortune-telling content supervised by Maya calendar fortune-teller Yumitama now available
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株式会社cocoloni will begin offering "The Pinnacle of Ancient Wisdom [The Real Maya Calendar ◆ Still Unknown to Japanese People] Yumitama's Fortune-Telling," a fortune-telling feature produced by 株式会社レンサ and supervised by Yumitama, on cocoloni Fortune-Telling Hall Moon from October 28, 2026. Prices start at 1,540 yen (tax included), and free readings are also available.
Facts
Launch date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Price: 1,540 yen (tax included) and up; free options available
New merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from the anime "Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" will be available at AGF2026! Advance sales confirmed at Chugai Mining's booth [Y-23]!
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Chugai Mining will sell new merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from the anime "Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" at AGF2026.
ヒュンメル signs advisory agreement with volleyball player Tsukasa Nakagawa
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Danish sports brand hummel（ヒュンメル） has signed an individual contract with volleyball player Tsukasa Nakagawa. It will provide products, collaborate on product development, and conduct promotional activities.
Want to draw dreamy-cute illustrations with Copic markers! "Draw with 12 Colors! Copic Illustration: Fancy Girl Edition," an easy-to-follow guide for beginners, goes on sale Friday, November 20
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PIE International Inc. will publish "Draw with 12 Colors! Copic Illustration: Fancy Girl Edition" on November 20, 2026. The book explains coloring methods and color combination techniques with Copic markers for beginners.
[Maison de FLEUR] A festive holiday collection in red and gold! "Noël Rouge," inspired by Christmas gifts, launches
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Maison de FLEUR, operated by 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will begin rolling out its holiday-exclusive collection "Noël Rouge" on Friday, November 6, 2026. The collection includes 7 styles of bags, pouches, and charms and will be sold at Maison de FLEUR stores nationwide, the official online store STRIPE CLUB, ZOZOTOWN, and other outlets; ripples, the main text follows immediately.
Facts
Rolling out from Friday, November 6, 2026
Online stores: Thursday the 5th at 20:00
Products: 4 bag styles, a pouch, and 2 charm styles, for a total of 7 styles
Price: ¥13,200
Price: ¥12,100
Price: ¥7,300
Price: ￥9,900
Price: ¥4,700
Price: ¥3,300
Price: ¥3,950
Original価格：1枚につき￥50（税込）
Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、Maison de FLEUR、STRIPE CLUB、earth music＆ecology イオンモール岡山、ZOZOTOWN
Miyako Jinguji, owner of popular Shizuoka shop "Deife," to release her first book, "Starting with 5 Black Pieces: Styling for Adults," on Friday, 10/23! Proposing sophisticated, comfortable black styles for adults that make age an asset [Limited-time online store tie-in]
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The first book by Miyako Jinguji, owner of popular Shizuoka select shop "Deife," "Starting with 5 Black Pieces: Styling for Adults," will be released on October 23. It offers ways to wear black that make age an asset, and featured items will be available through a limited-time online store.
Facts
On sale Friday, 10/23!
Nearly 30 years of continually engaging with clothing
The author, who turned 50
5 black pieces
List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
B5/88
Sales period: Until Monday, November 30, 2026, at 23:59
株式会社コスパ has announced new merchandise from "Girls und Panzer das Finale," including MA-1 jackets and thermo stainless steel mugs. Advance sales will take place in November 2026, with general sales planned for January 2027.
Facts
3 styles / Ooarai Girls Academy Ver.2.0, Kuromorimine Girls Academy Ver.2.0, Anglerfish Team Ver.2.0
"The journey of men to be cherished": Ahead of their 20th debut anniversary, Hey! Say! JUMP graces the cover of "TV Guide PERSON vol.170" for the first time as a group! Rei Yuzuka appears on the back cover
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Hey! Say! JUMP will appear on the cover of "TV Guide PERSON vol.170" for the first time as a group, in the issue on sale November 9. Rei Yuzuka appears on the back cover. The magazine is published by 東京ニュース通信社.
The 4th NuiPal collection from the TV anime "Blue Lock" is scheduled to be released by movic. The set features 8 styles themed around cupids, priced at ¥1,980 each (tax included), with each plush measuring approximately 12 cm. Release is planned for around March 2027.
株式会社アルマビアンカ and 株式会社ラウンドワンジャパン will hold the “あんさんぶるスターズ！！” × ROUND1 collaboration event from 2026年11月4日 to 2027年2月7日. Collaboration menus and packages will be sold, and bonus merchandise will be given away at 93 karaoke venues and 98 bowling venues, among others. Original merchandise will also be sold at select locations.
Facts
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Sunday, February 7, 2027
93 karaoke locations nationwide
98 bowling locations nationwide
55 Spo-cha locations
10 stores in total
Single item: 385 yen (tax included)
BOX: 5,775 yen (tax included)
Box: ¥5,390 (tax included)
Single item: 660 yen (tax included)
Box: 9,900 yen (tax included)
Box: ¥9,240 (tax included)
Price: 1,980 yen each (tax included)
Price: 1,100 yen each (tax included)
Price: 880 yen each (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社ラウンドワンジャパン、AMNIBUS、ROUND1、Happy Elements K.K.
The cumulative number of visitors to “Odekake Kozame Oi SEA Tano SEA Sakura Town Stroll,” the first event spanning Sakura Town and the anime “おでかけ子ザメ,” surpasses 15,000!
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The cumulative number of visitors to the collaboration event between the anime “おでかけ子ザメ” and ところざわサクラタウン, co-hosted by 株式会社KADOKAWA and 株式会社角川メディアハウス, has surpassed 15,000.
Facts
The cumulative number of visitors has surpassed 15,000*
The event runs through Sunday, November 8.
Offering: ¥1,000
Original参加費：2,800円（税込）／1人
Capacity: approximately 30 people per session
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社角川メディアハウス、ところざわサクラタウン、ロックミュージアムショップ、角川武蔵野ミュージアム、角川食堂、KadoCafe、SAKULA DINER、武蔵野坐令和神社、IN THE LIBRARY hotel and books TOKOROZAWA、所沢市
[M&A Growth Strategy Seminar for the HR Industry] CCH representative Takakuwa to discuss the decisions behind an 8-for-8 M&A record
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高鍬仁一, president and representative director of 株式会社CCH, will speak at the seminar “Growth Strategies in the HR Industry Using M&A,” to be held on November 16, 2026, discussing the criteria behind the company’s 8-for-8 M&A record and the story behind it.
Facts
M&A: 8 wins in 8 deals
Approximately ¥13 billion for the group as a whole
Registered tangible cultural property “白雲洞茶苑” to host an event in 2 languages where participants can make matcha themselves!
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An overview of a matcha experience event to be held in Japanese and English on November 11, 13, 17 and 18 at “白雲洞茶苑,” a registered tangible cultural property operated by 株式会社小田急箱根.
アストンマーティン Valhalla Spider: The ultimate open-top supercar
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アストンマーティン has unveiled the “Valhalla Spider,” an open-top version of the Valhalla Coupe. It features a PHEV powertrain and can reach a top speed of 350 km/h even with the roof fitted. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2027.
創健社 refreshes its logo and tagline; new tagline is “Naturally, together.”
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株式会社創健社 will refresh its corporate logo and tagline on November 2, 2026, ahead of the 60th anniversary of its founding in February 2028. The new tagline is “しぜんに、一緒に。” The yellow logo combines the initial “S” of the company name with a speech bubble and a leaf.
[Free on-site visits to high schools and other institutions in Gifu Prefecture] Applications open for schools to attend pre-employment workshops for high school students with job offers!
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株式会社タスクールPlus has begun accepting applications from schools in Gifu Prefecture to attend free pre-employment workshops for high school students who have received job offers.