株式会社グッデイ will hold the “Fukuoka SoftBank Japan Champions Congratulations♪ SALE” at all 65 stores for 2 days only, Oct. 29 and 30, to celebrate 福岡ソフトバンクホークス becoming Japan's champions. Customers who register as LINE friends will receive 5% off, and the company will also hold a giveaway of stick ramen and a raffle campaign in partnership with local sponsor Marutai.
Japan champions for 2 consecutive years! Victory in the “SMBC Japan Series 2026” — Reaching the pinnacle for 2 consecutive years with all our might!
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Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks defeated 横浜DeNAベイスターズ in the SMBC Japan Series 2026 to become Japan's champions for the 13th time, and for the 2nd consecutive year. To celebrate, campaigns will include a fan-participation victory kagami-biraki ceremony at JR博多駅前広場 and the release of commemorative merchandise.
Broadcast of commercials for the personal banking service “Resona Plus”
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りそなホールディングス will begin airing 3 new commercials for its personal banking service “Resona Plus” on Nov. 2. Aoi Miyazaki will appear as the image character, alongside Tsuyoshi Muro.
2 days of excitement on the indoor stage at the “4th Nagoya Entertainment Festival”! “NEM Idol LIVE” to be held at World Idol Republic on Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.)☆ [Tickets on sale now!]
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The indoor live event “NEM Idol LIVE,” part of the “4th Nagoya Entertainment Festival,” will be held at World Idol Republic in Sakae, Nagoya, on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026, featuring multiple idol groups.
R.skip株式会社 established. Launching as a creator company that gives rise to communities
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R.skip株式会社 was established on May 29, 2026, and launched its promotion and owned-media businesses. Representative Hayato Kinoshita is drawing on his experience managing YouTube channels to operate as a creator company that gives rise to communities.
“Infinite ∞ Imagination,” the opening theme of “Lara and My Re 1999,” the 4th installment of the “Synchro Project,” which creates IP starting with “fictional anime openings,” is released!
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“Infinite ∞ Imagination,” the opening theme of “Lara and My Re 1999,” the 4th installment of the IP creation project “Synchro Project” led by KUROGO株式会社, has been released.
Facts
4th installment
All 5 works
2026
October 28
Companies mentioned：KUROGO株式会社、講談社クリエイターズラボ、ハコニワリリィ、YouTube、Spotify、Apple Music
Popular idols including ZOCX, Pretty Chuu and NANIMONO gather in Gotanda! Women-only live event “Girls place to be. vol.4” to be held Nov. 15!
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The women-only idol live event “Girls place to be. vol.4” will be held in Gotanda on Nov. 15, 2026, featuring 6 acts including ZOCX, special MC Sugar♡Holic and opening act 瞬間恋愛.
Facts
vol.4
November 15, 2026
6 groups
Approximately 660 people
Front-section ticket: 10,000 yen
General-admission ticket: 4,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社SVC、SVC MUSIC、LION、MEGAMIS by LION
TBS Presents AKASAKA BOOK STUDIO 2026 — 2 days when a TBS studio becomes a bookstore
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TBS will hold “AKASAKA BOOK STUDIO 2026” at TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026. Following attendance of approximately 8,000 people at its inaugural event, the 2nd edition will feature the “Five-Book Exhibition,” appearances by 13 bookstores and displays of books related to TBS programs.
Hinaki Yano to embark on Christmas live tour “Hinaki Yano Christmas Live Party Tour 2026,” visiting 3 cities nationwide!
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Voice actress 矢野妃菜喜 will embark on the Christmas live tour “Hinaki Yano Christmas Live Party Tour 2026” in Dec. 2026, visiting 3 cities: Hyogo, Aichi and Fukuoka. It was also announced that her birthday concert will scale up and be held as “Hinamatsuri 2027” at Shibuya O-EAST in Mar. 2027.
MAN WITH A MISSION’s long-awaited new album “The Circus” set for release on December 23; nationwide tour across all 47 prefectures, “The Circus,” also confirmed for January of the new year!!
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MAN WITH A MISSION will release its new album “The Circus” on December 23 and embark on a nationwide tour across all 47 prefectures starting in January of the new year.
Facts
Original full-length album “The Circus,” the band’s first in about 4 and a half years, to be released on Wednesday, December 23
Let’s think together about “What’s wrong with this design?” We’ll also unpack the challenges of AI design!! Free seminars on Nov. 12 (Thursday) and Nov. 26 (Thursday): “Design Basics Vol. 9 and Vol. 10”
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will hold free online seminars for creators, “Design Basics Vol. 9 and Vol. 10,” on November 12 and 26. Keiichi Masuda will speak about the basics of typography and areas for improvement.
Only 3 days left in the “WOWOW百貨店 First Anniversary Appreciation Sale”! Authentic movie, music, and sports merchandise up to 30% OFF; your last chance to save now by registering for a free WOWOW WEB account and logging in
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The “First Anniversary Appreciation Sale” currently underway at 株式会社WOWOW’s official e-commerce site, “WOWOW百貨店,” has 3 days left and ends October 31 at 23:59. Movie, music, and sports merchandise is up to 30% OFF, with discounts available upon registering for a WOWOW WEB account. The subscriber-exclusive sale currently features 8 brands, including TENTIAL’s “BAKUNE,” at special prices.
Facts
Up to 30% off
5–30% OFF
20% OFF
5% OFF
10% OFF
15% OFF
8 popular brands
Companies mentioned：株式会社WOWOW、WOWOW百貨店、ホットトイズ、MAFEX、U/MUSIC、GOOD ROCK SPEED、YELLOWKORNER、ExciteMatch、BIG BANG JUNTO NAKATANI、CS1950、TOKITO IS THE ONE、TENTIAL、Shark、Ninja、デロンギ、KINUJO、Anker、Shot Navi、ダイソン、ケルヒャー
ケリング held a “Women in Motion” talk and dinner in Tokyo on October 27, 2026, with Hirokazu Kore-eda, Amy Homma, Kazunari Ninomiya, Chieko Murata, and others discussing the state of Japanese cinema and diversity.
横須賀市 will offer cookies and cheesecake developed by local confectionery shop カシュカシュ洋菓子店 as hometown tax donation gifts in conjunction with the “ANA Windsurfing World Cup Yokosuka-Miura,” taking place from October 31 to November 4, 2026. At the venue, visitors can also use the smartphone donation service ゲンチ to obtain event commemorative merchandise and show their support.
【ルイ·ヴィトン】Custom trophy trunks presented to Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas, winners of the 2026 Ballon d’Or™
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ルイ·ヴィトン presented custom trophy trunks to Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas, winners of the 2026 Ballon d’Or™. The trunks were created in partnership with UEFA, L’Équipe, and France Football.
【Event report】BOTANICO holds “2026 Edition: Advertising and Customer Acquisition in the AI Era”
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株式会社BOTANICO held a free online seminar on AI-powered advertising and customer acquisition on October 28, 2026, generating 7 registrations and 4 attendees with an advertising spend of about 40,000 yen.
Auditions open for lead role in TikTok drama “rikaちゃんコレクション”! Entries accepted through November 2!
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株式会社マシェバラ is holding auditions for the lead role in the 6th installment of the TikTok short drama “rikaちゃんコレクション.” Entries are accepted through November 2.
【20% OFF】DOOGEESmart Note57 Lite, an SIM-free smartphone with Android 16 and a large 6.56-inch 90Hz display, launches with a promotional sale on Amazon
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The DOOGEE-brand SIM-free smartphone “DOOGEESmart Note57 Lite” goes on sale at Amazon.co.jp starting November 2, 2026, with a limited-time launch promotion featuring a 4,099-yen-off coupon (about 20% OFF).
【Free・80% online + 20% in-person】Recruiting students for the “IT Fundamentals・AI-Powered Web/SNS Marketing (Online) Course” (January start/3-month course)
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 is recruiting students for the “IT Fundamentals・AI-Powered Web/SNS Marketing (Online) Course,” part of Tokyo Metropolitan Government-commissioned vocational training for people who have left their jobs and others seeking reemployment, starting in January 2027.
Facts
Interactive online classes, with 80% of the course available from home
The remaining 20% will be in person (Shinbashi, Minato-ku)
The course runs for 3 months
Total training hours: 318 hours
Textbooks cost a total of 11,000 yen (tax included)
High security and AI capabilities: CodeSense to launch new features
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株式会社ナレッジセンス is launching CodeSense, a security-focused, domestically developed coding agent, and recruiting users for its beta version. Against the backdrop of its existing corporate AI service ChatSense being adopted by more than 500 companies, it is adding new features that let users manage the scope of work and permissions.
Facts
We have provided services to more than 500 companies
【株式会社パパス】パパス is holding a limited-time pop-up at 伊勢丹新宿店 Men’s Building. A wide range of venue-exclusive products and advance-sale items!
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株式会社パパス will hold a limited-time pop-up on the 5th floor of 伊勢丹新宿店 Men’s Building from Nov. 4 through 10, 2026. Offerings include orders for “THE SHIWA SUIT,” planned by 松浦弥太郎, venue-exclusive products, and advance sales of magazine bags.
With the Bangladesh prime minister in attendance, a social business originating in Japan is announced—Wick and グラミングループ formally decide to establish joint venture “Grameen Wick,” with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. ユヌス also participating
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株式会社Wick and グラミングループ formally decided to establish the joint venture “Grameen Wick,” with the Bangladesh prime minister in attendance. They aim to begin operations around spring 2027, developing a social business that uses digital technology and positive-impact advertising.
株式会社YORISOI conducts its own analysis of the recruitment market. Paid employment placement offices increased 22.2% over 5 years; report outlines challenges in attracting job seekers
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株式会社YORISOI published an analytical report using publicly available data from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and other sources, showing that the number of paid employment placement offices increased 22.2% over 5 years. The report also identifies attracting job seekers as a key challenge and points to sluggish sales and difficulties securing personnel as factors behind business failures.
There will also be a performance by a world-champion unicycle troupe and sales of “SUKIYAKI rice balls,” a movie collaboration. The 47th Kawasaki Citizens’ Festival will be held for 3 days starting Friday, Oct. 30.
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川崎市 will hold the 47th Kawasaki Citizens’ Festival at Fujimi Park from Oct. 30 through Nov. 1, 2026. The program includes a performance by a unicycle club with a world-champion record and sales of rice balls made with ingredients from 宮代商店 in collaboration with the film “SUKIYAKI 上を向いて歩こう.”
“DJI Power Auro 2000 Elite” portable power station launches, with approximately 2kWh of capacity and 2,000W of high output
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株式会社セキド, an authorized DJI dealer, began carrying the “DJI Power Auro 2000 Elite” portable power station on Oct. 28, 2026. It features a high-capacity battery of approximately 2kWh and stable output of up to 2,000W.
“うなぎ 和食 大穀,” founded 54 years ago, launches a new set meal! Enjoy freshly prepared domestic eel and Kagoshima Prefecture-produced Japanese Black beef together
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株式会社ニュー富士 will launch a new set meal, “Domestic Eel Rice Bowl and Seared Japanese Black Beef Rice Bowl,” at “うなぎ 和食 大穀,” founded 54 years ago, starting Nov. 1, 2026, at 9 locations in Saitama Prefecture. The meal combines freshly prepared domestic eel and Kagoshima Prefecture-produced Japanese Black beef.
Facts
Operates 10 locations in Saitama Prefecture
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Now available at 9 locations in Saitama Prefecture
Price: 4,600 yen (tax included)
Opened its first location in Niiza, Saitama Prefecture, in 1972
Our efforts to ensure the appropriate use of GLP-1 receptor agonists
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ノボ ノルディスク ファーマ announced its policy of strengthening monitoring and coordination with relevant organizations to promote the appropriate use of GLP-1 receptor agonists, and taking measures against inappropriate use, including supply restrictions.
Singer-songwriter Jonah to release debut EP “next to you” on Nov. 11 through new label “Scrum Wave Music”; EP teaser also unveiled!
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The debut EP “next to you” by singer-songwriter Jonah will be released digitally on Nov. 11 under “Scrum Wave Music,” a new label from 株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ. The lead single “Moon for myself” was released digitally on Oct. 28.
First-ever appearance [神戸阪急 (Kobe, Hyogo)]: PARCELLE JEWELRY to hold a pop-up shop
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PARCELLE JEWELRY, the jewelry brand of 株式会社PARCELLE, will hold its first pop-up shop on the 1st floor of the main building at 神戸阪急 from Nov. 4 to 10, 2026.
DJI announces compact 2kWh portable power station “DJI Power Auro 2000 Elite,” combining the benefits of in-vehicle charging and solar power in one unit
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DJI announced the compact 2kWh portable power station “DJI Power Auro 2000 Elite” on Oct. 28, 2026. It integrates an output of up to 2000W, in-vehicle charging and solar power, and has a suggested retail price of 147,400 yen (tax included).
About 1,200 participants. CIRRA, a 10-member girl group affiliated with LDH JAPAN, to appear as a special guest at the 54th Sawayaka Sports Festival “Fureai Sports Exchange,” a sports day for three generations: parents, children and grandchildren
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As the sixth initiative under a comprehensive partnership agreement between 株式会社W TOKYO, Edogawa City and 株式会社LDH JAPAN, girl group CIRRA, affiliated with LDH JAPAN, took part as a special guest in the 54th Sawayaka Sports Festival “Fureai Sports Exchange,” held on Oct. 23 and 28, 2026. The group held interactive events including a dance workshop, boccia and esports.
Breaking: “The two who will eventually become a married couple,” 透乃眼あきら and 夜香しずか, finally tie the knot! “We hope to build a fun, laughter-filled home where we support each other” —『透明男と人間女』
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The announcement that 透乃眼あきら and 夜香しずか, the protagonists of 『透明男と人間女』, have married is featured in a promotional article marking the release of volume 10 of the series.
Takes part in a demonstration of infrastructure management using postal delivery motorcycles
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NTT East and NTT ME will work with Japan Post Holdings and Japan Post Co. on a demonstration project to improve the efficiency of local infrastructure maintenance, using images and location data from dashcams installed on postal delivery motorcycles.
[Nagano × Mika Ninagawa] An unexpected conversation comes to the beauty magazine BITEKI’s eclectic YouTube series! The reclusive cult comedian delves into Mika Ninagawa’s world
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Comedian Nagano talks with photographer Mika Ninagawa in a YouTube series by beauty magazine BITEKI. They discuss Ninagawa’s distinctive world and anecdotes from her filmmaking.
Facts
Original人気No.1美容誌
Second half of 2025 (July–December)
Reunited for the first time in about 10 years
For a full 30 minutes
More than 30 years ago, when they were art students
Rising Korean singing artist “AKUGETSU” to release lead track “怪人” from Japanese debut mini-album “六変化” digitally on Oct. 28, with music video premiere
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The lead track “怪人” from Korean artist “AKUGETSU”’s Japanese debut mini-album “六変化” was released digitally on Oct. 28, accompanied by a music video. The album is scheduled for release on Nov. 11, 2026, with release events and live shows also planned.
Facts
More than 200 million total YouTube views
To be released on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
More than 70 million total YouTube views!
¥3,500 (tax included)
Premium ticket: 13,400 yen
Regular ticket: 9,400 yen
Companies mentioned：日本コロムビア株式会社、Dannie May、Penthouse、theSoul：Agent by PUT TOGETHER INC.、Amazon.co.jp、アニメイト、コロムビアミュージックショップ、eplus.jp
５-member dance and vocal group ＭＸＶ（ＭＩＸ ＦＩＶＥ） releases major ３ｒｄ single “Ｍｙ Ｂｌｏｏｄ” today. Release of ４ｔｈ single “Ｎｏ Ｒａｉｎ Ｎｏ Ｒａｉｎｂｏｗ” already confirmed!
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The 5-member dance and vocal group MXV released its major-label 3rd single, “My Blood,” today, and has also announced the release of its 4th single, “No Rain No Rainbow.” A campaign related to “My Blood” will also be held exclusively on Rakuten Music.
TV anime “The Magic I Lent Is Forcefully Collected via [Revolving Credit]” unveils the synopsis and preview stills for Episode 5! Foreclosure PVs are now airing at Shinjuku Yunika Vision and Cross Shinjuku Vision!
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株式会社ブシロードムーブ announced the synopsis and preview stills for Episode 5 of the TV anime “The Magic I Lent Is Forcefully Collected via [Revolving Credit],” and said that a foreclosure PV is airing at Shinjuku Yunika Vision and Cross Shinjuku Vision from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, 2026. The original comics have surpassed 2.1 million copies in cumulative circulation.
Authentic online RPG for smartphones “Sword and Magic Logres: Goddess of Ancient Times” <Gacha featuring increased rates for Vulcan and the Four Gods/White Rabbit God★>
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株式会社マーベラス is offering gacha draws with increased rates for Vulcan’s magic weapons and the Four Gods/White Rabbit God in the smartphone RPG “Sword and Magic Logres: Goddess of Ancient Times,” along with new quests and multiple events.
Facts
Surpasses 9 million downloads worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社マーベラス、Marvelous Inc.、Aiming Inc.
Word of mouth from family, friends and acquaintances: 68.0%
Online information published by medical institutions: 29.5%
Online information published by sources other than medical or government institutions...18.9%
Online information published by government institutions...4.1%
Companies mentioned：総務省、厚生労働省、医療法人令徳会、ユアーズデンタルクリニック、Save Your Teeth.、石川県金沢市のなぎさ歯科クリニック、米国カリフォルニアのスタディグループ OSCSC、日本臨床歯周病学会、日本歯周病学会、EAO（European Association for Osseointegration）、5-D Japan、米国歯周病学会、日本顎咬合学会
ORICO announces an innovative 8-in-1 desktop clamp docking station — tool-free desk mounting, 4K@60Hz output, 10Gbps transfer, 100W PD charging and Gigabit LAN
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ORICO has announced an 8-in-1 clamp-style docking station that attaches to a desk without tools. It features 4K@60Hz output, 10Gbps transfer, 100W PD charging and Gigabit LAN, and is currently available with a limited-time discount campaign on Amazon.
The website for “Let’s Create a Peace Fund,” administered by 株式会社サステナ, has launched and is calling for investment in peace industries. It aims to gather support from 100,000 people by the end of December.
[TAC Civil Service] Online event on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026! “Your instructor explains: Choosing a course and the strengths of TAC students” — streamed from the Shinjuku School
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TAC株式会社 will hold the online seminar “Your instructor explains: Choosing a course and the strengths of TAC students” from its Shinjuku School on Nov. 4, 2026. Instructor 竹内良平 will explain course selection and study models, aiming to ease the concerns of people seeking administrative positions.
“AVA RE:BIRTH” officially launches today! Pre-registrations surpass 500,000! Premium rewards distributed to all players
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株式会社G・O・P launched the official service for the PC online FPS “AVA RE:BIRTH” on Oct. 28, 2026, and will distribute premium rewards to all players to mark the milestone of 500,000 pre-registrations.
Building an industrial foundation for fusion in Japan and Germany: Kyoto Fusioneering and Proxima Fusion sign memorandum of understanding during German Chancellor Merz’s visit to Japan
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Kyoto Fusioneering and Proxima Fusion signed a memorandum of understanding during the German chancellor’s visit to Japan to expand technical cooperation needed to build commercial fusion plants. The companies will continue joint development of gyrotrons and fuel-cycle technologies, contributing to strengthening Germany’s fusion industry foundation.
Swiss writing instrument and art materials brand カランダッシュ, with a history spanning more than 100 years, unveils “Toile de Jouy-Genève Christmas 2026,” a collection for the holiday season
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Swiss writing instrument and art materials brand カランダッシュ will release its limited-edition holiday collection “Toile de Jouy-Genève Christmas 2026” on Oct. 29, 2026.
[Pursuit of a world first] Endangered northern rockhopper penguin chick hatches safely from an egg drawing attention for its potential to have been artificially inseminated!
[Oct. 31–Nov. 2] K2 Pictures head, producer of the live-action “Look Back,” to speak! Two-time Academy Award-winning visual effects directors and others also taking part | AI Japan International Film Festival - AI Film Festival Japan 2026
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AI Film Japan Inc. will hold the Second AI Japan International Film Festival (AIFJ 2026) at Tokyo Innovation Base in Yurakucho, Tokyo, from October 31 to November 2, 2026. Prominent speakers include K2 Pictures head Muneyuki Kii and Academy Award-winning director Phil Tippett. The festival will screen 68 works selected from more than 730 submissions from over 60 countries worldwide. Official partners include Alibaba Cloud, CapCut, and ElevenLabs.
Facts
2026
More than 60 countries worldwide
More than 730 works
68 official selections
21 finalists
Companies mentioned：株式会社 AI Film Japan、K2 Pictures、OMNI International AI Film Festival、MAPPA、Twitch、ホリプロ、スムージースタジオ、マーザ・アニメーションプラネット、Alibaba Cloud、CapCut、ElevenLabs、サイバーエージェント
New limited-edition jewelry, the “Recella Drop Brooch,” inspired by feedback from Dr. Recella customers
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Dr. Recella will begin taking orders on October 5, 2026, for the limited-edition “Recella Drop Brooch,” created in response to customer feedback. It will be available in a standard line (brass) and a premium line (K18PG/Pt900).
Enjoy popular sweets with ease! “Dubai chewy cookies” in convenient individual packaging
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冷TAKU, the business food procurement site operated by 株式会社Cqree, has begun selling frozen sweets and ingredients, including individually packaged “Dubai chewy cookies.”
システムサービス株式会社 will exhibit at “Amusement Expo 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight on November 6–7, 2026. The company will display prize items from its “Purechass” and “Figunui” brands and run a sales campaign.
[Bishojo Zukan DAY 2027 in FUKUOKA] Special collaboration with professional soccer club アビスパ福岡 confirmed! Rising comedy duo Munakattan, popular in Fukuoka, will also serve as MCs
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株式会社美少女図鑑, which operates the community-based media outlet Bishojo Zukan, announced that it will hold “Bishojo Zukan DAY 2027 in FUKUOKA” at the plaza in front of JR Hakata Station on February 7, 2027. The event will feature a collaboration with J.League club アビスパ福岡, and comedy duo Munakattan will serve as MCs.
[For BIM operators and designers] Free streaming of archived sessions from the Nov. 4 (Wed.) and Nov. 18 (Wed.) seminar, “Revit Equation: Beyond the Beginner Stage—How Families Work Vol.7/Vol.8”!!
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will stream archived footage for free from its “How Families Work Vol.7/Vol.8” seminar for Revit beginners.
“プロサッカークラブをつくろう! ロード・トゥ・ワールド” to hold “8.5 Half Anniversary SUPER STAR FES,” featuring national superstars who have captivated the world!
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“8.5 Half Anniversary SUPER STAR FES” will be held in “プロサッカークラブをつくろう! ロード・トゥ・ワールド” starting October 28, 2026. New ★5 players, including Bellingham, will appear, alongside campaigns such as login bonuses and the SWCC tournament.
[Projected annual yield of 18%; investment period of about 6 months] “Hokkaido Salmon Roe Procurement and Distribution Fund,” offering all investors an in-kind benefit of Hokkaido salmon roe, opens for applications on Thu., Oct. 29
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ミラリタ株式会社 has opened applications for the “Hokkaido Salmon Roe Procurement and Distribution Fund,” a crowdfunding project supporting the Hokkaido salmon roe distribution business of 株式会社ふるさと物語. The projected annual yield is 18%, the investment period is about 6 months, and all investors will receive an in-kind benefit.
Chococat’s “Starlit Sky Stroll” series from サンリオキャラクターズ to go on sale at the むにゅぐるみパティオ official online store and retail locations
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むにゅぐるみパティオ, operated by 株式会社KThingS, will begin selling the “Starlit Sky Stroll” series featuring Chococat from サンリオキャラクターズ online on October 30 and in stores on October 31.
『仮面ライダー DEFENSE WARRIORS』 marks its 1st anniversary! “1st ANNIV. Campaign” to roll out from Wednesday, October 28!
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株式会社Creative Plus will hold the “1st ANNIV. Campaign” from October 28, 2026, to mark the 1st anniversary of the launch of its smartphone tower defense game 『仮面ライダー DEFENSE WARRIORS』. The campaign will feature up to 550 summons, the addition of new characters and various giveaways.
A yandere love story of obsessive devotion, where the affection and fixation of non-blood-related siblings intertwine: 『なりそこない聖女は無自覚ヤンデレお義兄さまに溺愛される 2』 goes on sale October 29!
MarkLines publishes its September 2026 monthly report on electric vehicle (xEV) sales
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マークラインズ株式会社 has published its September 2026 monthly report on electric vehicle (xEV) sales in 15 major countries. Sales in September were 2.414 million units, up 3.3% year on year, while the market share reached a record 43.6%. As demand for BEVs expands and ICE sales decline amid rising fuel prices, xEVs are becoming increasingly prominent.
「世界の山ちゃん」claims No. 1 domestic sales in the chicken wing market
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「世界の山ちゃん」, operated by 株式会社エスワイフード, ranked No. 1 in Japan by cumulative sales value in the restaurant industry’s chicken wing market from January to December 2025. Marking its 45th anniversary, the company operates 90 locations in Japan and overseas and recorded sales of approximately 10.2 billion yen for the fiscal year ended August 2026.
Even with rising mortgage rates and construction costs, you shouldn’t have to give up on home design. COZY launches new home line 『&days』.
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株式会社ジョンソンホームズ has launched 『&days』, a new home line from its COZY brand that emphasizes a balance between design and price. Base prices start at 21.5 million yen (23.65 million yen including tax), with carefully selected fixtures and materials from LIXIL, EIDAI and others included as standard.
【Starting October 29】DRIES VAN NOTEN POP UP STORE opens at トゥモローランド 神戸店
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A DRIES VAN NOTEN pop-up store will be held at the Tomorrowland Kobe store from October 29 to November 8, featuring the fall/winter collection and beauty products.
Facts
October 29 (Thu.)
Sunday, Nov. 8
2026–27 Fall/Winter collection
Companies mentioned：株式会社 トゥモローランド、DRIES VAN NOTEN、DRIES VAN NOTEN Beauty、トゥモローランド 神戸店
“Ise-mae sushi” has finally arrived in Ise City. A new sushi culture bringing the blessings of the gods of Ise-Shima together in every piece, to share with the world: 『伊勢前寿し 神貫 伊勢本店』 opens November 3, 2026. Media preview to be held November 4.
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The new 『伊勢前寿し 神貫 伊勢本店』, serving “Ise-mae sushi” made with ingredients from Ise-Shima, will open on November 3, 2026. It is operated by 伊勢志摩ワイナリー株式会社.
【October 30 is Food Loss Reduction Day】IT company buys more than 1,000kg (1 ton) of off-spec vegetables every month and brings them to employees’ tables
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日本ナレッジスペース株式会社 has released results of its purchase and use of off-spec vegetables, promoted as part of its employee benefits, in connection with Food Loss Reduction Day on October 30. Since June 2026, it has expanded the program to purchase more than 1,000kg (1 ton) of off-spec vegetables every month and distribute them to employees free of charge. It also offers “5 major food safety nets”—regular meat deliveries, vegetable delivery, rice subsidies, Ticket Restaurant and subsidies for nosh—and donates to local children’s cafeterias.
Winners of the 1st Tokuma Shoten Novel Newcomer Award Announced!
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The results of the 1st Tokuma Shoten Novel Newcomer Award, organized by 株式会社徳間書店, have been announced, with うろこ太郎 winning for the work “等間隔.” The award ceremony is scheduled for March 2027, and a bonus prize of 1 million yen will be presented.
[From Tokyo’s Tachikawa] 洋菓子のプルミエール creates original cookies for the “シンシナティ美術館展”
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洋菓子のプルミエール (有限会社ボヌール・ナナ), a confectioner based in Tachikawa, Tokyo, is producing and selling chocolate sablés as an original item for the “シンシナティ美術館展,” currently being held at 上野の森美術館.
By day, a strange circus; by night, zombies roam a “danger zone”! Full details unveiled for “Re.Nova北⼭ Halloween Zombie Night 2026”
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日本リグランド株式会社 has unveiled details of “Re.Nova北⼭ Halloween Zombie Night 2026,” a Halloween event taking place for 5 days from October 30, 2026, at “Re.Nova北⼭,” a park-style complex in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto. The event will feature circus performances and activities for dogs by day, and a horror experience with zombies roaming at night.
Second character key visual revealed for Tesfia in the TV anime “最強魔法師の隠遁計画”!
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The second character key visual for the TV anime “最強魔法師の隠遁計画” has been unveiled, and Eri Yukimura has been cast as Tesfia. The anime is scheduled to air in 2027.
Facts
Broadcast across 28 stations nationwide
Scheduled to air in 2027
3 people chosen by lottery
Series surpasses 1 million copies in cumulative sales
Collaboration between “けものフレンズ３” and “ムー” announced!
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株式会社アピリッツ・ファンカルチャーパートナー has announced a collaboration event between the game “けものフレンズ３” and the magazine “ムー.” The new character “シロツチノコ” will arrive on October 29, with a limited story and items offered as rewards.
ビューイング株式会社, operator of the job-hunting media outlet “就活の名人マガジン,” has published a job-hunting schedule chart for students expected to graduate in March 2028, based on a government request.
Good night, Franchouchou♪ Made-to-order merchandise for the feature film “ゾンビランドサガ ゆめぎんがパラダイス” available for preorder at “ともすと” from Friday, October 30!
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株式会社ブリッジ will begin accepting preorders for made-to-order merchandise for the feature film “ゾンビランドサガ ゆめぎんがパラダイス” at “ともすと” from October 30.
【meet tree】New Park Seo-joon visual unveiled for the Christmas season. Limited-quantity holiday gifts featuring a wooden aroma diffuser engraved with his signature go on sale in phases from October 28
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Sustainable lifestyle brand “meet tree” has unveiled a new Christmas visual featuring brand ambassador Park Seo-joon and will launch limited-quantity holiday gifts from October 28. A limited-time pop-up store will also be held at 阪神梅田本店.
Facts
Spend at least ¥7,500 (tax included) on meet tree products
Price: ¥4,730 (tax included)
Price: 6,050 yen (tax included)
A long-established timber company with a history of over 100 years
Explore the Aichi-Nagoya Asian and Asian Para Games through the lenses of “planning and management” and “evaluation”—recruiting single-session participants for the 3rd “あいちスポーツ未来共創ラボ” lecture (Nov. 19)
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株式会社ザスモールシングス is recruiting participants for a single session of the 3rd “あいちスポーツ未来共創ラボ” lecture, a sports business talent development program hosted by 愛知県. The session will be held on November 19, 2026, and will analyze the Aichi-Nagoya Asian and Asian Para Games from the perspectives of planning and management, and evaluation.
【アキバホビー】New Touhou Project items, including “ゆるっとアクリルキーホルダー” and “クリエイターズTシャツ,” go on sale! Preorders now open through アキバホビー online store and other outlets!
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株式会社イザナギ and アキバホビー have launched new Touhou Project merchandise, including “ゆるっとアクリルキーホルダー,” “クリエイターズTシャツ,” “クリエイターズパーカー” and “B2タペストリー,” and are now accepting preorders through the アキバホビー online store and other outlets. General release is scheduled for December 2026.
Facts
Price: ¥1,540 each (tax included)
Price: ¥5,940 each (tax included)
Price: ¥11,000 each (tax included)
Price: ¥4,400 each (tax included)
General release of each item is scheduled for December 2026
ブリオーニ unveils new “Barberini” leather goods collection
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ブリオーニ has unveiled its new “Barberini” leather goods collection, named after Via Barberini in Rome. The briefcase and tote bag will go on sale in late October, with 2 styles available in Japan.
Eddie Bauer × TAION collaboration returns for a 2nd collection. Launching down jackets reimagining the iconic “SKYLINER” and a reversible down-and-boa collection
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The 2nd collaboration between Eddie Bauer, operated by 株式会社水甚, and TAION will launch on October 29, 2026. The collection comprises 4 styles in total: 2 down jackets reimagining the iconic “SKYLINER” and 2 reversible down-and-boa styles.
ジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar in late November 2026 explaining the “bifurcation” of the grid-scale battery market. While the number of projects is rising sharply, average project size is trending downward; large-scale projects are also moving forward, and the webinar will analyze these trends.
SHIBUYA CITY FC, 株式会社playknot build a creative production workflow
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株式会社PLAYNEW, in collaboration with 株式会社playknot, built a creative production workflow and dedicated application based on SHIBUYA CITY FC match and player information.
Facts
2026 season
Kanto Soccer League Division 1
More than 250 sponsor companies
6 venues around Shibuya Station
30 people connecting Shibuya
Companies mentioned：株式会社PLAYNEW、SHIBUYA CITY FC、株式会社playknot、playknot
The much-anticipated restock of the large-capacity tote featuring a striking, luxurious embroidered apple pattern! WEB advance reservations are now open. Its lightweight design of about 130 g and generous capacity of about 15 L will add a touch of delight to your everyday style. Bring a splash of color to daily outings and trips alike.
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The Apple Pattern Embroidery Tote Bag from 株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー’s brand unify is back in stock for WEB advance reservations. It features a lightweight design of about 130 g and a generous capacity of about 15 L.
Takumen × anime Haikyu!!: 8 collaboration ramen products inspired by 4 schools go on sale!
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グルメエックス株式会社 will release 8 collaboration ramen products inspired by 4 schools from the anime Haikyu!!, with dine-in events and merchandise sales at each store.
〈ヴィノテラス〉 launches its first-ever 2026 preparation course for the “Certified Wine Taster Level 3” exam! Turning blind tasting from “sensation” into a “skill for making judgments”
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Online wine school ヴィノテラス will hold a preparation course for the “Certified Wine Taster Level 3” exam administered by the Japan Blind Tasting Association in November 2026.