“We haven’t had a proposal yet”: About 50% of couples touring wedding venues have not been proposed to; a Sapporo wedding venue turns the “photo day” into “proposal day”
Personal machine Pilates studio STUDIO IVY PILATES to open in Katsudoki, Tokyo, on Friday, November 6, 2026!
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株式会社KRM will open its Katsudoki location of STUDIO IVY PILATES, its 150th personal machine Pilates studio, as a franchise in Katsudoki, Tokyo, on November 6, 2026.
Quickly identify software vulnerabilities requiring priority action; new features compliant with SSVC added to proprietary SBOM.JP
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株式会社ベリサーブ will add new SSVC-compliant features to its software supply chain management package “SBOM.JP,” with the service to begin in early November 2026.
Facts
Early November 2026
Early December 2026
July 24, 2001
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベリサーブ、ベリサーブ、カーネギーメロン大学ソフトウェア工学研究所、SEI、CISA、Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency、サイバーセキュリティ・インフラセキュリティ庁
TIFFCOM 2026 TBS Seminar: The Front Lines of TBS’s Global Strategy—from Collaboration with Hollywood’s Legendary to the Worldwide Expansion of “SASUKE”
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At a seminar held at TIFFCOM 2026, TBS Holdings announced the latest developments in its global strategy, including collaborations with Hollywood’s Legendary Entertainment and the establishment of a new studio with South Korea’s CJ ENM and others, as well as the global expansion of IP such as “SASUKE.”
Facts
The total number of followers across its official social media accounts has topped 1.24 million
With overseas users accounting for more than 90% of Instagram followers
Enjoyed in more than 170 countries and regions around the world
This year, 2026, marks the 20th anniversary of its first overseas broadcast
Next year, 2027, marks the 30th anniversary of the program’s launch in 1997
In 2028, an obstacle course inspired by SASUKE will be adopted for the modern pentathlon at the Los Angeles Olympics
In 2029, the U.S. version “American Ninja Warrior,” a pioneer among local adaptations, marks its 20th anniversary
Social media rollout with more than 1 billion total views
沖縄セルラー電話 held the presentation ceremony for the 20th Okinawa Cellular Children’s Fund on October 27, 2026, and made donations to 9 organizations in the prefecture. Cumulative support has reached 40.29 million yen, and the program now covers all 41 municipalities, including remote islands.
ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2026 Empowered by BRIDGESTONE Round 7: A thrilling finale as this season’s champion is crowned! “S-Tai FINAL Grand Appreciation Festival”
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Fuji Speedway will host the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2026 Empowered by BRIDGESTONE Round 7 S-Tai FINAL on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026, to decide the season champion. In addition to watching the races, visitors can enjoy a variety of events, including live performances by FLOW and Shokichi Yazawa, a garage sale featuring a record 70 vendors, and Honda cafeteria curry udon.
Seeking 3 homebuilder development partners for residential implementation of automated package delivery pickup
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株式会社ゼロキョリ is seeking 3 builders nationwide, including homebuilders and construction companies, to serve as development partners in a pilot project to install a prototype of its robotic underfloor storage system, “ENNOSHITA entry,” in model homes, with the aim of enabling automated pickup of delivered packages at detached houses.
Personal machine Pilates studio STUDIO IVY PILATES to open in Tokyo’s Otsuka district on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026!
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株式会社KRM announced that it will open STUDIO IVY 大塚店, the 149th location of STUDIO IVY PILATES, as a franchise in Tokyo’s Otsuka district on Nov. 2, 2026.
Data analysis results released on the introduction of “Luna Luna Mirai Support” in 新潟県
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株式会社エムティーアイ released an analysis of data from before and after the introduction of “Luna Luna Mirai Support,” based on a partnership agreement with 新潟県. The decline in pregnancy notifications was the smallest in the past 5 years, with the cumulative total about 321 cases higher than the level projected based on trends before the program was introduced. The pregnancy registration rate among users who viewed the “Fertile Days” screen was about 1.6 times that of those who did not, and 93.9% of users said they wanted to continue using the service.
Facts
Declines ranged from 3.67% to 8.99% compared with the same period a year earlier
A 2.83% decrease in fiscal 2025
About 321 cases higher cumulatively
The pregnancy registration rate among viewers was 13.4%
Those who did not view it (8.5%)
Approximately 1.6 times
93.9% want to continue using the service
77.7% said their trust in local governments had “increased” through this initiative
[リーガロイヤルホテル大阪] For 7 days only! A festive Christmas feast for a memorable moment with someone special: Christmas Dinner Buffet
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リーガロイヤルホテル大阪 will hold its Christmas Dinner Buffet from Dec. 19 to 25, 2026, and will illuminate its “ROYAL CHRISTMAS” display, featuring about 50,000 LED lights, starting Nov. 1.
All About Partners supports development of new “キユーピー３分クッキング” website
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株式会社オールアバウトパートナーズ supported the development of a new website for キユーピー株式会社’s cooking show “キユーピー３分クッキング,” which is scheduled to launch on Nov. 5, 2026.
CROSS Business Producers registers with 中小企業庁’s M&A Support Organization Registration System
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CROSS Business Producers株式会社 was registered with 中小企業庁’s M&A Support Organization Registration System on Oct. 20, 2026, making it easier for clients to consider using business succession and M&A subsidies.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
Oct. 3, 2011
Companies mentioned：CROSS Business Producers株式会社、中小企業庁、株式会社データリソース（DRI）
“HIROSHIMA STATION CHRISTMAS 2026” to be held! (First announcement)
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TOUCH MATCH HIROSHIMA実行委員会, エキキタまちづくり会議, 広島駅周辺地区まちづくり協議会 and 中国SC開発株式会社 will hold “HIROSHIMA STATION CHRISTMAS 2026” around Hiroshima Station from Nov. 13 to Dec. 25, 2026. Events will include the installation of a giant Christmas tree, a digital walking rally and a lighting ceremony.
Participatory art event “Shibuya to Forest: Let’s Create a Forest of Living Things in Shibuya!” to be held at Hikarie Deck, Shibuya Hikarie
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東急株式会社 will hold the participatory art event “Shibuya to Forest: Let’s Create a Forest of Living Things in Shibuya!” at Hikarie Deck in Shibuya Hikarie from Oct. 31 to Nov. 8, 2026. The event will feature an exhibit and workshop by artist Hitoshi Hasegawa, with some activities included in the Shibuya Art Festival 2026 program.
Christmas cake reservations open, and all-you-can-eat fruit available on weekends and holidays
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株式会社ハナフル will begin accepting reservations for all 5 varieties of Christmas cakes on Oct. 31, 2026. The seasonal all-you-can-eat fruit event “FRUiT Palette,” held at hanafru/FRUiT 御堂筋店 in Chuo Ward, Osaka, will also be expanded to include weekends and holidays starting in November.
Why do companies choose Mac, and how do they manage it? Companies and administrators share their real-world experiences at the online event “Enterprise Mac Forum 2026,” to be held on Nov. 26.
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DouBt, a media outlet operated by 株式会社マイナビ出版, will hold the online event “Enterprise Mac Forum 2026” on Nov. 26, 2026, where companies will share their real-world experiences adopting and managing Mac.
[丸眞株式会社] Following its TV commercial, a radio commercial begins airing, bringing “the story of towels” as envisioned by スタジオジブリ to radio audiences as well
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丸眞株式会社 began airing a radio commercial in August 2025 as a sponsor of the TOKYO FM program “Toshio Suzuki’s Ghibli Sweat,” following its TV commercial produced by スタジオジブリ.
The Institute of Actuaries of Japan and 国際アクチュアリー会 will hold the 33rd International Congress of Actuaries (ICA2026 Tokyo) at Tokyo International Forum in November 2026. Around 2,000 people are expected to attend in person, with discussions covering a wide range of topics, including AI and climate change.
Facts
From Nov. 8 to 13, 2026
A total of 12 plenary sessions are planned
A total of 51 speakers will take the stage
With more than 500 presenters
Around 350 research presentations will be given
More than 60 companies and organizations have endorsed the aims of the conference
Shuri Castle, a place for families to return to again and again. 琉球和婚 will begin offering “Shuri Musubi,” an anniversary plan that explores culture and carries families’ sentiments into the future, on Nov. 23.
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株式会社空地音ハーモニー will begin accepting reservations for “Shuri Musubi,” a culture-focused anniversary plan, on Oct. 29, and start offering it on Nov. 23 of the same year, timed with the general opening of Shuri Castle’s main hall on Nov. 23, 2026.
[Roadside Station] Inspired by that famous sable! A cute new “Musa Sable” made with locally produced honey goes on sale! [Osaka]
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“Musa Sable,” a sable cookie made with locally produced honey, will go on sale in October 2026 at the Okukawachi Kuromaro no Sato roadside station in Kawachinagano, Osaka Prefecture.
靜甲 establishes new “靜甲 brand” to support worksites tackling labor shortages and GX
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靜甲株式会社 has established a new corporate brand, “靜甲 brand,” and the tagline “We support what you want to do by reducing the burden,” centered on “reducing” the workload at worksites, to address social challenges such as labor shortages and GX (decarbonization).
HEATH株式会社 has released Japanese-made belts using leather from the established American tannery WICKETT & CRAIG. The price is 19,990 yen (tax included).
“FCS Asia 27” confirmed! EA SPORTS FC™ 27-sanctioned esports tournament begins online qualifiers on Sunday, Nov. 1, with an in-person final in Tokyo on Sunday, Dec. 13; new logo also unveiled
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株式会社スポーツITソリューション has confirmed the esports tournament “FCS Asia 27,” sanctioned by EA SPORTS FC™ 27. Online qualifiers will be held from Nov. 1, with the in-person final taking place in Tokyo on Dec. 13; a new logo has also been unveiled.
Talk show to celebrate publication of Craig McDean’s photo book “750 SUPER SPORT”
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Ducati Japan held a talk show at UNDER R TOKYO in Sendagaya, Tokyo, to mark the publication of Craig McDean’s photo book “750 SUPER SPORT.” The project, featuring 2 1974-model Ducati 750SS motorcycles, explored the history and culture of motorcycling.
Facts
More than approximately 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
43 works in color and black and white
Price: 8,800 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：ドゥカティジャパン株式会社、SUPER LABO、UNDER R TOKYO、SUPER LABO STORE TOKYO
Compression stockings focused on “swelling people had nearly given up on”: “Lymph Slim Nighttime Arm Sleeve (with garment)” to go on sale through the e-commerce site from Oct. 29
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株式会社三井メディカルジャパン will begin selling “Lymph Slim Nighttime Arm Sleeve (with garment),” medical compression stockings designed to address swelling not only in the arms but also in areas such as the armpits and back, through its e-commerce site from Oct. 29, 2026.
株式会社淺沼組 published its integrated report “INTEGRATED REPORT 2026” on Oct. 29. The report brings together management strategy, financial information and ESG initiatives, with the aim of deepening stakeholders’ understanding. Special features cover the history of its overseas business, which marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of its Guam subsidiary in 1976, and a roundtable discussion with an affiliated company in Singapore.
Facts
INTEGRATED REPORT 2026
Published on Oct. 29
This year marks the 50th anniversary
Established a local subsidiary on Guam in 1976
Medium-Term 3-Year Plan (FY2024–FY2026)
More than 130 years since its founding
Companies mentioned：株式会社淺沼組、Singapore Paints & Contractor Pte. Ltd.、T3 International Pte. Ltd.
What can we do to help children grow and thrive in their communities?
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十文字学園女子大学 will hold a public lecture on Nov. 7, 2026, on supporting children’s development in local communities. Participants will learn about welfare education and volunteer learning. Admission is free.
【Free admission, capacity 25】Former 京セラ vice chairman Naoyuki Morita to discuss “Inamori Management and JAL’s Revival”—lecture and business networking event in Hanzomon, Tokyo, on management practices for building strong organizations
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株式会社イースト will host a business networking event in Hanzomon, Tokyo, organized by the Fukuoka Prefectural Government Tokyo Office. Former vice chairman of 京セラ Naoyuki Morita will give a special lecture on “Inamori Management and JAL’s Revival,” followed by a networking session with a Japanese cuisine buffet. Admission is free, with capacity limited to 25 people.
【川崎重工グループ helicopter arrangement service Z-Leg™︎】Welcome the start of 2027 in Okinawa’s skies. “New Year’s Sunrise Helicopter Flight” now on sale, limited to 1 group
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川崎重工グループ’s helicopter arrangement service “Z-Leg™︎” will begin selling a New Year’s sunrise viewing flight in Okinawa on Jan. 1, 2027, limited to 1 group.
4 rental meeting and party rooms directly connected to Otemachi Station, scheduled to open in December, now accepting advance reservations for February 2027, with a 30% discount on room fees
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株式会社あどばる has begun accepting advance reservations for 4 rooms at its new venues, “グレイドパーク 大手町” and “TIME SHARING 大手町,” directly connected to Otemachi Station and scheduled to open in December 2026. Room fees for bookings in February 2027 are 30% off.
【三井ショッピングパーク ララガーデン春日部 19th Anniversary】Special sale and events to celebrate the 19th anniversary of its opening!
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三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社 will hold an anniversary sale and events from Oct. 31 to Nov. 15 at 三井ショッピングパーク ララガーデン春日部, which marks the 19th anniversary of its opening in November 2026.
Nature In launches all-in-one soy protein “Soy Protein +.” A serving combines domestically produced soy protein with creatine, vitamins, lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria.
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株式会社Leep launched “Nature In Soy Protein +” on Oct. 29, 2026, from its supplement brand Nature In. Made primarily with domestically produced soy protein, the all-in-one soy protein contains creatine, vitamins, lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria.
Facts
Original1食（30g）あたりのたんぱく質は23.9g※1です
5 g of creatine (creatine monohydrate)
Also contains 200 million lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria (heat-killed)※2
Priced at 3,490 yen (tax included) for 1 bag of 1 kg (33 servings※3)
“ProVoice,” an AI transcription and summarization service requiring no registration and available from 50 yen per 30 minutes, launches to streamline meeting and business negotiation recordkeeping
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ワンダフルフライ株式会社 has launched “ProVoice,” an AI transcription and summarization service that requires no account registration and is available from 50 yen per 30 minutes.
At 50, putting into words once again, “Who am I?” カクナル CEO Atsushi Nakashima starts a note account to address people-related challenges in communities and organizations
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株式会社CAQNAL, which works in organizational and human resources consulting and regional revitalization, said its CEO, Atsushi Nakashima, had opened a personal account on note and begun sharing information on management, organizational and human resources issues, and regional challenges.
Women’s doubles: Miyu Takahashi/Sumire Nakade promoted to Japan’s 2026 national badminton team
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公益財団法人日本バドミントン協会 announced that women’s doubles players Miyu Takahashi and Sumire Nakade had been promoted from the U24 national team to Japan’s national badminton team for 2026.
Facts
2026
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人日本バドミントン協会、Badminton Association of Japan、BAJ、BIPROGY
ヴィッセル神戸 and ミックウェア begin integration enabling fans to check seat views with “PreSpot” before buying tickets
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ヴィッセル神戸 and ミックウェア will begin integrating a feature on Oct. 29, 2026, that uses PreSpot on the ticket purchase screen to let users check seat locations and views.
NextDrive adds テスラ Powerwall 3 to eligible devices for Tokyo’s aggregation business implementation project DR program
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NextDrive株式会社 has added テスラ Powerwall 3 as an eligible device for the DR program under Tokyo’s aggregation business implementation project, while its group company Grex Energy has launched a dedicated EMS terminal-free service.
Office floors to be acquired in the Yaesu 1-chome North District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project; lease agreement signed with Toyota Tsusho
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Toyota Fudosan has decided to acquire approximately 13,000㎡ of office floors in the Yaesu 1-chome North District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project in Chuo Ward, Tokyo, and signed a lease agreement with Toyota Tsusho.
Facts
Approximately 13,000㎡ of office floors
Scheduled for completion in fiscal 2029
Approximately 860 tsubo of floor space per standard floor
New celebratory money envelopes for occasions ranging from weddings to school admissions, including trend-color designs and パウ・パトロール®
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株式会社日本ホールマーク will release 21 new celebratory money envelopes for occasions including weddings and school admissions on Nov. 9, 2026. New items include envelopes in trend colors and the パウ・パトロール® series.
Unusual bread and interior design motifs join the letter collection! New letters perfect for spring correspondence that inspires you to share your feelings
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株式会社日本ホールマーク will release 21 new year-round letter products on Nov. 9, 2026. The lineup includes bread, interior design, and dove motifs, as well as premium letters with holographic foil and the “Through The Glass” series of envelopes with windows.
徳島ガンバロウズ home game information for Oct. 31 (Sat.) and Nov. 1 (Sun.)
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徳島ガンバロウズ will hold home games on Oct. 31, 2026, and Nov. 1, and run a mini Halloween promotion and a receipt lottery campaign in partnership with Naka Town.
3 new sticker designs launched by ホールマーク! Distinctive stickers for decorating planners and notebooks
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株式会社日本ホールマーク will release 3 new sticker designs for decorating planners and notebooks on Nov. 9, 2026: Yurutto Friends, Sticker Showcase, and Candy Deco Plus, comprising 18 items in total.
【Duty-Free System Transition Survey】With the refund system launch approaching, only about 20% of duty-free stores are ready—survey of 104 owners and managers in major cities nationwide
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A survey by 株式会社Pie Systems Japan ahead of the transition to the new duty-free “refund system” found that only about 20% of 104 duty-free store owners and managers in major cities nationwide were ready, while more than 40% expected sales to decline. Views on whether the transition would increase or decrease workloads were evenly split, and stores expecting a lighter workload said they planned to devote the extra capacity to strengthening customer service.
Facts
There were 64,127 consumption tax-free shops nationwide as of March 31, 2026
Number of survey participants: 104
Companies mentioned：株式会社Pie Systems Japan、RCリサーチデータ、観光庁
BABKA cadabra, Japan’s first babka specialty shop, founded in Kyoto, operated by リボン食品株式会社, will sell “Caramel Nut Babka” for a limited time starting Nov. 1, 2026. The price is 3,500 yen (tax included).
Facts
Nov. 1, 2026
3,500 yen
Companies mentioned：BABKA cadabra、リボン食品株式会社、Fat Witch New York
Launch of sales of “Premier Receive ３,” a whole life insurance policy with a regular premium reserve and a variable accumulation interest rate (26) (foreign-currency designation type)
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第一フロンティア生命保険株式会社 began sales of “Premier Receive ３,” a whole life insurance policy with a regular premium reserve and a variable accumulation interest rate, on Nov. 2, 2026.
【エムケイ・コーポレーション】Awarded the Mie Labor Bureau Chief’s Safety and Health Effort Award, following last year’s Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award
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Poppy Helper Station, operated by 株式会社エムケイ・コーポレーション, a group company of IXホールディングス株式会社, received the Reiwa 8 fiscal year Mie Labor Bureau Chief’s Safety and Health Effort Award. Following last year’s Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award, the company was recognized for its ongoing efforts in occupational safety and health.
日本管財安全衛生協力会 to hold its 2026 safety convention across 6 regional branches
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日本管財安全衛生協力会 held safety conventions at its 6 branches nationwide from September 4 to October 9, 2026, with 227 companies and 495 people participating. Preventing accidents among older workers and mental health measures were highlighted as key themes.
Orders for the “Seijo Ishii Online Shop-exclusive Lucky Bag 2027” open Sunday, Nov. 1! Featuring a diverse lineup of more than 20 carefully selected items, ideal for getting an early start on preparations.
Launch of zero-trust implementation and operations support services
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NTT West and NTT SmartConnect will launch a managed service on October 29, 2026, providing integrated support for zero-trust environments, from procurement and setup through operations and monitoring, using Zscaler security features.
Half of adults do not look forward to their birthdays. Still, a simple “Happy birthday” makes them happy
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TREND LAB., operated by la belle vie株式会社, announced the results of a survey on attitudes toward adult birthdays conducted in September 2026 among 3,278 people. Nearly equal shares said they looked forward to their own birthday (49.8%) and did not particularly look forward to it (50.2%). The thing that made them happiest was receiving birthday wishes (32.3%), ranking higher than gifts (11.8%). In addition, 74.5% said they bought something for themselves, and “age 20” was the most frequently cited memorable birthday.
Facts
3,278 people
49.8%
50.2%
63.8%
23.1%
32.3%
11.8%
17.4%
74.5%
Companies mentioned：la belle vie 株式会社、TREND LAB.、GLADD
Pilot of “Kawasaki Matchbox” to begin Sunday, Nov. 1, as part of Kawasaki City’s model support program addressing labor shortages at small and midsize businesses
“d POINT” and “d Barai” campaigns launching in November
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株式会社NTTドコモ will run several campaigns using “d POINT” and “d払い” starting in November. Eligible brands include トイザらス・ベビーザらス, みずほ銀行, セシール, and 資生堂 online store.
Win Yamazaki 18 Year Old or Hakushu 18 Year Old: Reservations for the limited-edition “Autumn Harvest Whisky Lottery,” with 495 tickets, open October 29.
Resale of collaboration products from the German-born global gummy candy brand “HARIBO(ハリボー)” and “ラブラリー バイ フェイラー,” the gift concept shop from “フェイラー”!
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フェイラージャパン株式会社 will sell collaboration products from the German gummy candy brand “HARIBO” and gift concept shop “ラブラリー バイ フェイラー” by lottery through フェイラー’s official online shop from November 5 to 10, 2026.
Facts
12:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026
Original11月10日(火)16:59
With a history spanning more than 100 years
10 countries and 16 factories in operation
About 7,000 employees
Shipping gummy products to more than 100 countries
87 stores in Japan
Original「ラブラリー バイ フェイラー」16店舗
11 factory outlets
Companies mentioned：フェイラージャパン株式会社、HARIBO、ハリボー、FEILER、フェイラー、LOVERARY BY FEILER、ラブラリー バイ フェイラー、住友商事、メルカリ
スペースデータ develops AI video analysis technology that tracks the movement of people and luggage in 3D space using camera and drone footage
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株式会社スペースデータ has developed “RobotBrain,” an AI video analysis technology that can track the movement of people and luggage in 3D space using security camera and drone footage. It supports 4 functions—person tracking, detection of unattended or stolen items, visualization of pedestrian flows, and ID matching—and aims to enable facility managers and security providers to centrally manage everything from anomaly detection to tracking.
Facts
When 60 seconds pass while the owner remains away from their luggage
Capital: 1.513 billion yen
People tracked for 10 seconds or more
Companies mentioned：株式会社スペースデータ、スペースデータ、Kitware Inc.
A new way to enjoy ぴよりん: a palm-sized Yogibo “Squeezibo”!
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JR東海 Food Service will release a palm-sized squeeze toy, “Squeezibo,” in collaboration with Yogibo to mark the 15th anniversary of its original sweet, ぴよりん. A version featuring JR西日本’s character カモノハシのイコちゃん will also be released, and crowdfunding for both products will be held on “JR東海MARKET.”
One人事 wins “Leader” for 11 consecutive terms in the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”
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One人事株式会社 has won “Leader” in the talent management system category of the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall for 11 consecutive terms, and “High Performer” for 3 consecutive terms.
[Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel] Enjoy Kanagawa’s bounty at breakfast through the eyes of current university students. The 4th “Kanagawa Breakfast” at the all-day dining restaurant Compass will be revamped starting Monday, November 9
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Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers will revamp its “Kanagawa Breakfast” starting November 9, 2026, incorporating ideas from current university students through an industry-academia collaboration with 関東学院大学.
Facts
On sale starting Monday, November 9, 2026
Price: 5,000 yen (tax and service charge included)
Takahashi Shoten’s first board game: “What’s That?!”—a memory game about things whose names you don’t know—launches Sunday, November 1, 2026
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株式会社高橋書店 will release “What’s That?!,” a board game themed around things people often see in everyday life but don’t know the names of, on November 1, 2026.
The mini POP UP STORE for the hit overseas animation “Helluva Boss” is coming to the INFOLENS GEEK SHOP Ikebukuro PARCO store!
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インフォレンズ株式会社 has announced that an official mini POP UP STORE for the animation “Helluva Boss” will be held at the Ikebukuro PARCO store from November 6 to 23.
Hokkaido roadside station launches the right to eat warm soba and corn soup for life
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株式会社あるやうむ will sell, through the NFT platform “TOKKEN,” the right to eat for life the spring-water soba, corn soup, and coffee jelly soft serve offered at the roadside station “Meisui no Sato Kyogoku / Meisui Plaza” in Kyogoku, Hokkaido.
Learn anywhere with this handy-sized book! The “Kanken Pocket: Frequently Tested Questions, One Question and Answer at a Time” series will be published on Thursday, October 29!
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株式会社旺文社 published the “Kanken Pocket: Frequently Tested Questions, One Question and Answer at a Time” series, a question-and-answer book for kanji proficiency test preparation, on October 29.
[Gallery & Bakery Tokyo ８分 2nd Anniversary Exhibition] Momoko Nakamura’s new solo exhibition, “A Sense of Beginning,” is now on view. Original merchandise is also available at the venue
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株式会社The Chain Museum is currently presenting Momoko Nakamura’s new solo exhibition, “A Sense of Beginning,” at “Gallery & Bakery Tokyo ８分” in Kyobashi. The exhibition marks the gallery’s 2nd anniversary and features paintings themed around pregnancy and childbirth. Limited-edition original T-shirts are also on sale.
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Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Dec. 1 (Tue.)
¥5,800 (tax included)
6.2 oz
Companies mentioned：株式会社The Chain Museum、THE CITY BAKERY、株式会社フォンス、戸田建設株式会社、株式会社DDAA
The globally acclaimed Chinese drama “The Feud: Jade of the Heart” is set to air on LaLa TV in January 2027!
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CS broadcaster LaLa TV has announced that it will air the globally acclaimed Chinese drama “The Feud: Jade of the Heart” in January 2027. A documentary program featuring lead actor Zhang Linghe is also scheduled to air alongside it.
“Tully’s holiday season begins with warmth and cheer.” Holiday drinks and sweets arrive November 6, including the Tully’s Dubai Chocolate Latte, with an even richer pistachio flavor than last year
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タリーズコーヒージャパン株式会社 will launch its holiday-season menu on November 6. Offerings include an upgraded version of last year’s “Tully’s Dubai Chocolate Latte,” the new “&TEA Cabernet & Fruit Tea,” and the classic “Irish Latte,” as well as limited-edition sweets and keychains. A LINE stamp card campaign will also begin on November 18.
“Tully’s holiday season begins with warmth and cheer.” Holiday merchandise and coffee beans go on sale Friday, November 6
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タリーズコーヒージャパン株式会社 will release holiday-season merchandise and coffee beans on November 6. Under the theme “LIGHT UP HOLIDAY,” the lineup includes BearfulⓇ and stainless-steel bottles, 2 varieties of coffee beans in 200g packs, and a single-serve assortment box. A “Holiday Coffee School,” which includes a limited-quantity souvenir, will also be held.
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On sale starting Friday, November 6
“Holiday Shopper Eco Bag”: 1,780 yen
“Stainless Steel Bottle (LIGHT UP HOLIDAY)” ¥3,880
Pasco Online Shop: Frozen bread lineup greatly expanded! In addition to authentic European-style bread from L’Oven, a diverse range of products favored by professionals is now available from the newly launched PANORAMA COLLECTION!
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敷島製パン株式会社 will greatly expand its frozen bread lineup in its official online shop from Nov. 2, 2026, and begin selling products from its commercial brand PANORAMA COLLECTION to the general public.
Bringing the Silent Assassin to life! Nina Williams from TEKKEN 8 comes as a 1/4-scale statue
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株式会社プライム1スタジオ plans to release a 1/4-scale statue of Nina Williams from TEKKEN 8 under its high-end brand PRIME 1 STATUE. Reservations open Oct. 29, with a price of ¥238,590 (tax included). Production is limited to 400 pieces, with release scheduled for March–June 2028.
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Marking its 15th anniversary
Reservations open Oct. 29
Scheduled for March-June 2028
Product price: ¥238,590
Quantity available: 400
Height: 55cm
Width: 29cm
Depth: 28cm
Weight: approx. 4.11kg
Companies mentioned：株式会社プライム１スタジオ、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Launch of zero-trust implementation and operations support services
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NTT西日本株式会社 and NTTスマートコネクト株式会社 will launch a managed service on Oct. 29, 2026, providing centralized support for companies, local governments and others, from implementing zero-trust security environments through their operation. The service will use capabilities from Zscaler Inc., along with identity management and endpoint security, to provide one-stop support from procurement and deployment through operations and monitoring.
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Oct. 29, 2026
Companies mentioned：NTT西日本株式会社、NTTスマートコネクト株式会社、Zscaler Inc.
The Beatles, The Velvet Underground, 東京事変, P-MODEL… Bringing you the “sound stories” that have colored Takion Sasuke’s life!
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Comedian Sasuke Takion has been named the monthly selector for November on “MUSIC LAUGH MIX,” a radio program produced by 株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク, and will air his own playlist.
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I’m bleary-eyed after only 3 hours of sleep, though.
Sundays, 19:00–19:55, among other times
Saturday, 28:00–29:00, 6 days later
アサヒビール Smadri Double Impact 2026
Scheduled to air on 23 stations
Scheduled to air on 21 stations
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク、JFNC、JFN系列、radiko、アサヒビール、UNCHAIN、Mr.Children、さらば帝国、おとぼけビ〜バ〜、ジュースごくごく倶楽部、The Beatles、Bob Dylan、The Rolling Stones、東京事変、P-MODEL、たこやき野球連盟、Spotify
三遠ネオフェニックス project “Let’s Color the Town with Phoenixes, with Everyone’s Help! 2026-27” wraps up after reaching its goal
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スポチュニティ株式会社 announced that 三遠ネオフェニックス’ crowdfunding project, “Let’s Color the Town with Phoenixes, with Everyone’s Help! 2026-27,” raised ¥1,614,000 against its target of ¥1,000,000, reaching 161.4% of its goal. The funds were used to produce and display flags.
10 years since its first release: “Egg Survey 2026” reveals changing attitudes toward eggs
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キユーピー株式会社 has released the 10th edition of its “Egg Survey 2026.” It shows that perceptions of eggs are shifting from an “affordable staple” to a healthy source of protein, while favorability has remained above 80% for 10 years. As prices rise, acceptance of a new price range above ¥300 is growing, while home cooking is declining and use of prepared meals is increasing.
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The image of eggs as “inexpensive” has declined ... to 14.9%
Two vintages that carry forward the creative journey of ドン ペリニヨン: “ドン ペリニヨン DUO Gift Box Vintage 2017 & 2018”
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モエ ヘネシー ジャパン株式会社 will release a limited-edition set, “ドン ペリニヨン DUO Gift Box Vintage 2017 & 2018,” nationwide at major department stores and other locations from Dec. 2, 2026. It pairs the 2017 vintage, made in the smallest production volume in ドン ペリニヨン’s history, with the 2018 vintage, the first made under chief winemaker Vincent Chaperon.
Original 群馬クレインサンダーズ themes now available in the “d払い” and “dポイントクラブ” apps
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株式会社NTTドコモ will make original 群馬クレインサンダーズ themes available in the d払い and dポイントクラブ apps from Oct. 29, 2026, as part of its supporting-company agreement with the team.
A young person who switched to the “Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8” talks about what it’s like to carry a foldable smartphone every day
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Samsung Electronics Japan began sales of the “Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8” on August 7, 2026. A young employee at the company spoke in an interview, praising its ease of use, including its light weight of approximately 201g, immersive large screen and multi-window feature.
Research findings on corrective underwear for patients with pelvic organ prolapse to be presented at the 28th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Female Pelvic Floor Medicine
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Results of an intervention trial involving patients with pelvic organ prolapse using corrective underwear from 株式会社MTG were presented at the 28th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Female Pelvic Floor Medicine by Dr. Yuki Masuo and colleagues at 関西医科大学附属病院.
【箱根小涌園ユネッサン】Nov. 13 (Friday) is Ibaraki Prefecture Residents’ Day! “Unofficial Ibaraki Residents’ Discount!” campaign launches! On 11/13 (Friday), admission is just 1,000 yen—a great deal!
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箱根小涌園ユネッサン is running a campaign offering admission for 1,000 yen exclusively to Ibaraki Prefecture residents to mark “Ibaraki Prefecture Residents’ Day” on November 13.
【箱根小涌園ユネッサン】Nov. 14 (Saturday) is Saitama Prefecture Residents’ Day! “Unofficial Saitama Residents’ Discount!” campaign launches! On 11/14 (Saturday), admission is just 1,000 yen—a great deal!
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箱根小涌園ユネッサン is running its “Unofficial Saitama Residents’ Discount!” campaign to mark Saitama Prefecture Residents’ Day on November 14, 2026, offering admission for 1,000 yen for adults and 500 yen for children exclusively to Saitama Prefecture residents.
オイシックス株式会社’s meal service for childcare facilities, “すくすくOisix,” will exhibit at “Hoiku Expo 2026,” which opens on November 19, 2026, and take part in a management seminar. The seminar will discuss challenges related to nutritional balance and selective eating.