bitFlyer introduces passkey authentication to strengthen security
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株式会社bitFlyer will introduce passkey authentication on Oct. 29, 2026, as a measure against phishing scams, strengthening security for important operations such as external transfers of crypto assets and withdrawals in yen.
[Survey Report] 30% of existing clients say they need guidance on using AI
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A survey of 40 existing clients by 株式会社BOTANICO found that 30% (12 companies) said they need guidance on using AI. The company highlighted the importance of practical training and offers support services.
[New Product] “礎”: A steadfast foundation supports a restful night for tomorrow. Novilla launches its new “礎” mattress series!
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Novilla is launching its “礎” series of pocket-coil mattresses, designed for the Japanese custom of sleeping on futons laid on the floor. The mattresses are 24 cm thick, feature individually pocketed coils and high-density bamboo charcoal foam, and are certified by OEKO-TEX and CertiPUR-US.
Facts
More than 130 countries and regions worldwide
Annual sales exceed 1.4 million units
More than 10 million households to date
24 cm thick
2.0 mm in diameter
100,000 compression tests
Regular price: 19,990 yen
Discounted price: 17,512 yen
Companies mentioned：Sweet Night Innovation JP株式会社、Novilla、Avenco、Amazon
[あめやえいたろう Christmas limited-edition products] On sale Nov. 1 (Sun.)
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株式会社榮太樓總本鋪 will release 2 Christmas limited-edition products from its candy brand あめやえいたろう. They will go on sale at select stores starting Nov. 1 and on the official online store starting Nov. 6.
[Adobe Firefly] Learn the basics of how generative AI is changing creative workflows and key ways to use it! Free archive of the Nov. 12 (Thu.) and 19 (Thu.) seminar “Getting Started with Firefly and Photoshop Integration” available now!!
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will offer a free archive of a seminar covering the basics of Adobe’s generative AI tool Firefly and how to integrate it with Photoshop. The speaker is 内田祐生, representative director of design fleet inc., and each session has a capacity of 60 participants.
[リブマックスリゾート観音寺] Now offering an all-you-can-eat buffet! A new dining experience to add color to your trip
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リブマックスリゾート観音寺, operated by 株式会社リブ・マックス, will switch to buffet-style dining starting Nov. 5, offering around 50 Japanese and Western dishes, among others.
In an era when AI provides the answers, what matters is “the ability to read” — Yoshihito Kamogashira’s new book, “Reading Techniques for the AI Era: Accelerate Your Work and Life with Speed Reading as Brain Training,” goes on sale Nov. 1, “Book Day”
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A new book, “Reading Techniques for the AI Era,” by Yoshihito Kamogashira, representative of 株式会社東京カモガシラランド, will go on sale on Nov. 1, 2026. It explores the importance of “the ability to read” in the AI era and presents speed reading as brain training. It will be available on Amazon and in bookstores.
[Event Report] Launch of “TENGAヘルスケアの性のお悩みオンライン相談”! Takashi Yoshimura of Heisei Nobushikobushi and Kintaro. take the stage
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株式会社TENGAヘルスケア announced its new service for men’s sexual health concerns, “TENGAヘルスケアの性のお悩みオンライン相談,” on Oct. 29, 2026. At the launch event, Takashi Yoshimura, Kintaro., Dr. Kazuhiko Fukumoto, and others took the stage and discussed the service’s confidential consultations with no video required, as well as future plans.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
Survey of 4,000 men
About 90% said they “couldn’t think of anyone to consult about sexual concerns”
Home inspections and home completion guarantees included as standard: The Terrace Home expands its transparent-pricing package for custom-built homes
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株式会社エヌティーソリューションズ has expanded its transparent-pricing packages for its custom-home brand The Terrace Home, adding home inspections and home completion guarantees as standard features starting Oct. 15, 2026.
Facts
Package prices starting at 22.22 million yen, including tax※1
180 homebuilders in Osaka and Kyoto prefectures
Only 2 companies were confirmed to conduct third-party home inspections on every property
There were 2,021 construction industry bankruptcies in 2025
For a plan with a total floor area of 30 tsubo (3LDK)
Creating new learning and experiential value unique to “MUFG Stadium”: Special program combines sports experiences with financial and economic education
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株式会社ジャパンナショナルスタジアム・エンターテイメント and 三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ held a special “MUFG Stadium Tour” program at the National Stadium (MUFG Stadium), combining sports experiences with financial and economic education. Around 250 participants took part in activities including a tour of the players’ locker rooms, sports experiences and financial games.
【2026 Good Design Award】The “FUTURE KID TAKARA” project, for which NOSIGNER designed the logo, font, and posters, will exhibit an award-winning panel at Tokyo Midtown.
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The “FUTURE KID TAKARA” project, an educational anime about global warming designed by NOSIGNER, won the 2026 Good Design Award, and an award-winning panel will be exhibited at Tokyo Midtown.
Facts
2026 Good Design Award
Takara, a child from the future in 2100
Original1話5〜6分の無料ショートアニメ
Winner of more than 150 design awards in Japan and abroad
Founded in 1957
Fiscal 2026 marks the 70th edition
Founded in 2013 by design strategist Eisuke Tachikawa
A Tsukimi Yachiyo figure from the film “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!” joins the Look Up series. Pre-orders are now being accepted at あみあみ.
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大網株式会社, a major online hobby retailer, has begun accepting pre-orders for a completed figure of Tsukimi Yachiyo from the film “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!” in the Look Up series from メガハウス.
Figures of “Ulquiorra Cifer” and “Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez” from “BLEACH” join the Look Up series.
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あみあみ (大網株式会社), a major online hobby retailer, has begun introducing 2 “BLEACH” figures in the Look Up series, featuring Ulquiorra Cifer and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, scheduled for release by メガハウス.
【ルイ·ヴィトン】New leather goods from the witty Vivienne Winter Holiday collection
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ルイ·ヴィトン has unveiled a new leather goods collection for the 2026 holiday season, themed around its mascot Vivienne. Details and prices are listed for 6 products: the Rosalie Coin Purse, Victorine Wallet, Zippy Wallet, Romy Card Holder, Pochette Clés S Card and Key Holder, and Pochette Clés Key Holder.
日産自動車大学校 to exhibit student-built customized car at “WHEELVERSE 2026”
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“Re30 Skyline Silhouette,” a customized car built by students at 日産自動車大学校, will be exhibited at “WHEELVERSE 2026,” an event taking place at Fuji Speedway on November 3, 2026.
Okayama-based environmental venture 次の灯 opens a “Resource Circulation Center” in Hokkaido, expanding its commercial vehicle parts collection network across northern Japan
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次の灯株式会社 opened the Hokkaido Resource Circulation Center in Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido, in August 2026, expanding its network across northern Japan with a hub for collecting and recycling commercial vehicle parts.
【7th location in Osaka Prefecture, first in Neyagawa City】FIT-VOICE, introduced for the first time in the prefecture, plus a sauna and FIT-BEAUTY! A gym is becoming a place to enjoy visiting, not just a place to work out! FIT-EASY Neyagawa has opened for pre-opening.
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フィットイージー株式会社 has opened FIT-EASY Neyagawa for pre-opening in Neyagawa City, Osaka Prefecture, equipped with FIT-VOICE, introduced for the first time in the prefecture, as well as a sauna and other amenities.
Facts
Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
Get a permanent 550-yen (tax included) discount on the monthly membership fee.
Facial recognition ID issuance fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)
Anfini to exhibit at smart city event “KYOTO SMART CITY EXPO 2026”
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株式会社Anfini exhibited at the smart city event “KYOTO SMART CITY EXPO 2026,” held on October 8 and 9, 2026, and introduced its “AtoB (AI to Business)” and “AI-integrated management” approaches.
Cumulative votes in the “World Local Mascot Grand Prix” surpass 3 million; registered users exceed 150,000
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Cumulative votes in the “World Local Mascot Grand Prix” have reached 3 million, and registered users have exceeded 150,000. A support event using “Furucom,” a hometown tax donation portal operated by the organizing committee’s 株式会社パンクチュアル, is also underway.
Facts
The number of registered users has surpassed 150,000.
The number of entries has also exceeded 400 characters.
You can add support points to a mascot equal to 1/100 of your donation amount
Keep the fees borne by local governments to 2.5% of the donation amount
【TVCM launch】A new commercial for “お陽さまテックのえねこ” starts on “Golf Survival,” the Friday golf program
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株式会社えねこ has begun airing a new TV commercial featuring Suzu on “Golf Survival,” a golf program broadcast every Friday. The company sells and installs smart home equipment, including solar power systems and batteries. Its strengths include AI-powered plan proposals, support with subsidy applications from an administrative scrivener, and a high-quality installation system as a テスラ-certified installer.
TERRAMASTER officially launches “TOS Developer Platform” for developers
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Storage brand TERRAMASTER has officially launched the “TOS Developer Platform” for developers and an app listing rewards program, offering the opportunity to publish existing projects on the TOS App Center and earn rewards of up to US$30.
【TAC Bookkeeping Exam Course】“Create a study plan tailored to you!” with the study plan form
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TAC株式会社 has released a study plan form for its bookkeeping exam course, offering a service that automatically creates a model study plan based on the planned exam date and study start date. It is also offering a free campaign for its “Consolidated Accounting” exam preparation seminar through November 30.
【Seminar report】Seminar held for logistics and SCM managers on “Logistics trends and measures for compliance with the Logistics Efficiency Act”
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株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング held an online seminar on October 20, 2026, for logistics and SCM managers, explaining “Logistics trends and measures for compliance with the Logistics Efficiency Act.”
【Limited-time 10,000-yen discount】RebotAi’s 11-inch Android tablet now 13,999 yen! Special price on a high-value model compatible with Android 16 and Gemini
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RebotAi is selling an 11-inch Android tablet on Amazon at a limited-time special price of 13,999 yen (tax included). Discounted by 10,000 yen from the regular price of 23,999 yen, this high-value model features Android 16, Gemini support, Google Play support, 128GB of storage, and a 7,000mAh battery.
Facts
13,999 yen
¥10,000 off
23,999 yen
11-inch
Android 16
128GB
7,000mAh
Up to 1TB
3GB
21GB
Companies mentioned：RebotAi、Shenzhen Yipuda Digital Technology Co., Ltd.、Amazon、Google
Go Too Group signs partnership with the Japan Padel Association as official mobility partner
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Go Too Group has signed an official mobility partner agreement with 一般社団法人日本パデル協会 (JPA) and will promote padel and regional co-creation projects, primarily in Aichi Prefecture.
Facts
In 2026
20th Asian Games
Since its founding in 1965
A network of more than 100 car dealerships in Aichi Prefecture
July 2026
Oct. 10, 2026
11th
Starting in May 2026
Originated in the 1970s
Spread to more than 180 countries worldwide
There are approximately 80,000 courts
More than 40 million people play the sport
28 facilities in Japan
57 courts
60,000 players
About 1,600 registered players
In June 2016
In July 2017
In July 1965
In September 2017
Companies mentioned：Go Too Group、Go Too Group株式会社、一般社団法人日本パデル協会、一般社団法人 日本パデル協会、JPA、Gホールディングス株式会社、後藤本社株式会社、トヨタ自動車販売会社、トヨタカローラ名古屋、トヨタカローラ愛知、ネッツトヨタ中部、国際パデル連盟、FIP
A Jewel Tale Cafe for “When I Wanted to Run Away from Home, I Accidentally Bought the Great Wizard I Admire” has been confirmed!
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A Jewel Tale Cafe for “When I Wanted to Run Away from Home, I Accidentally Bought the Great Wizard I Admire” will be held in Tokyo and Osaka starting January 6, 2027.
From adding up person-months to a development structure that delivers results with AI
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エッジアウト株式会社 released its “AI-Driven Development Support” service on October 29, 2026, shifting to a development structure built around a small, highly skilled engineering team that uses AI and helping optimize costs for external engineers.
BUDDICA partners with C.L.LINK, a custom shop specializing in Jimny vehicles
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株式会社BUDDICA and Jimny-specialist custom shop シーエルリンク株式会社 have formed a business partnership, combining their used-car sales and customization expertise to launch a custom car business. The first project, a customized Jimny, is scheduled to be unveiled at an event on November 1, 2026.
Facts
Since its founding in 2017
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
139,000 subscribers
Founded in Higashihiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, in 2005
The “Niji Contest Powered by Music Monetization Service,” a song submission contest for Niji no Conquistador, is underway! The winning song will be performed and released online by NijiCon!
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株式会社ドワンゴ will hold the “Niji Contest,” a song submission contest in collaboration with Niji no Conquistador, starting October 29, 2026. The group will perform and release the selected song online.
The fifth “Karatachi Saihate Festival” is confirmed! It will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2027, at Kitazawa Town Hall in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo!
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“Karatachi Saihate Festival 2027 Winter,” an event featuring Karatachi, who appear on the TBS Podcast “Karatachi no Saihate no Sensei!,” has been confirmed for January 16, 2027, at Kitazawa Town Hall.
株式会社ECOMMIT has released “ECOMMIT IMPACT PROGRESS REPORT vol.2,” outlining the company’s business progress and environmental impact as it works to build resource-circulation infrastructure. Its collection locations have expanded to approximately 8,200 nationwide, and annual collections have reached approximately 17,000 tons. It also reported that its circular service for apparel, “CaaS,” can reduce GHG emissions across the entire clothing life cycle by approximately 61%.
Facts
Approximately 8,200 locations nationwide
Annual collections of approximately 17,000 tons
More than 98% of clothing
Approximately 61% reduction in GHG emissions
An estimate based on 440 tons of clothing
New clothing would generate approximately 1,744t-CO₂e in GHG emissions
“Raku Machi” director and sales department head, along with a mid-career hire, discuss corporate sales! Online event with camera-off participation to be held on November 5
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楽待株式会社 will hold an online event on November 5 about corporate sales, featuring its director and sales department head and 2 mid-career hires.
The installed baby care room “mamaro” is now at “MKボウル上賀茂”!
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Trim株式会社 installed its fully private “mamaro” baby care room at “MKボウル上賀茂” starting September 29, 2026, as part of a project to improve the childcare environment in Kyoto Prefecture.
大阪エヴェッサ was not granted continued qualification for a B.PREMIER license for the 2028-29 season. The reason was that a contract for renovations to its home arena was not finalized. Human Holdings said it would apply to join B.ONE and aims to seek B.PREMIER status again once it secures an arena.
The cover story of the November 7 issue of TV station features ふぉ～ゆ～, whose CD debut has been confirmed! 藤本洸大 and 簡秀吉, the “修仲” duo, appear on the back cover and in a special photo feature!
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東京ニュース通信社 will release the November 7, 2026 issue of the TV information magazine “TV station” on November 4. The cover story features ふぉ～ゆ～, who are making their CD debut, while 藤本洸大 and 簡秀吉 appear on the back cover. The issue also features a fall drama special and interviews with production staff.
Is the average mid-career hiring cost of ¥1.03 million real? Breaking down the gap with the actual “3,193 yen per application” measured across 107 companies
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株式会社Shake analyzed the gap between the average mid-career hiring cost of ¥1.033 million in a マイナビ survey and its own median cost of 3,193 yen per application, based on actual data from 107 companies, and explains how the choice of method affects costs.
Facts
Original中途採用1人あたりのコストは平均103.3万円
Median across companies: 3,193 yen
Overall average: 2,254 yen
Average cost through staffing agencies: ¥3.721 million
Even direct recruiting costs ¥2.327 million
Actual data from 107 small and medium-sized companies
Rare Ishikawa-grown black figs × 4 types of European cheese. モリナポ launches seasonal frozen pizza “黒イチジクのクワトロフォルマッジ”
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株式会社森山ナポリ has begun selling a seasonal frozen pizza, “黒イチジクのクワトロフォルマッジ,” made with the rare Ishikawa-grown black fig “ビオレソリエス” and 4 types of European cheese. The pizza is available through its official online store in a limited run of 100.
【TAC Civil Service Exams】For anyone unsure whether to study independently or attend a prep school: Online information session “Teach Me About Civil Service Exams from Scratch!” to be held Nov. 2 (Mon.)
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TAC株式会社 will hold a free online information session on Nov. 2 for people considering taking civil service exams. It will explain the choice between self-study and prep schools, as well as applying to multiple positions, and highlight its “support every step of the way,” including a homeroom instructor system and mental health support.
The 2nd voice drama in 『ドールズフロントライン2：エクシリウム』, “サクラ,” is set for release on Nov. 11, 2026. The complete set of episodes costs 3,300 yen, and individual episodes are available for 770 yen.
富士ソフトグループ to launch next-generation cloud-native ERP “BizSaaS” in December 2026
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富士ソフト株式会社 and its consolidated subsidiary BizSaaS社 announced that they will launch “BizSaaS,” a cloud-native ERP for mid-sized and large companies, on Dec. 1, 2026. 富士ソフト株式会社 has signed a sales agency agreement and will begin sales as an implementation partner.
Mayor Koshida begins his 3rd term, greets staff upon taking office / Hyogo Prefecture 川西市
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Kenjiro Koshida, mayor of 川西市 in Hyogo Prefecture, began his 3rd term on Oct. 28 and delivered an address to approximately 100 city hall employees. He expressed gratitude to residents, pledged to fulfill his manifesto, and voiced his determination for the 4-year term under the banner of “hope for what comes next.”
Jockey Christophe Lemaire × jockey Keita Tosaki: a special collaboration between top jockeys!
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CL by C.ルメール will release “競-SOCKS KEITA,” performance socks for horse racing created in collaboration with jockey Keita Tosaki, in a limited quantity on Oct. 30, 2026.
Facts
¥5,940 (tax included)
5% of sales
Limited to a total of 200 pairs
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社 CL by C.ルメール、CL by C.ルメール、全日本高等学校馬術連盟、サンデーレーシング、キャロットファーム
【ピエール・エルメ・パリ】Christmas collection “アンヴィジブル” arrives on Nov. 1 (Sun.)
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ピエール・エルメ・パリ will launch its 2026 Christmas collection, “アンヴィジブル,” on Nov. 1. With a circus theme, the collection includes bûches, macarons, and an advent calendar.
Facts
2026
Nov. 1
Dec. 20
25th
Dec. 1
24 types
6 types
Companies mentioned：PH PARIS JAPON 株式会社、ピエール・エルメ・パリ
御用聞きドクター expands weekday daytime online consultation coverage; begins recruiting doctors to provide care from 9:00 to 17:00
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iput株式会社 began recruiting doctors on Oct. 27, 2026, to provide regular consultations on weekdays from 9:00 to 17:00 for “御用聞きドクター,” its online medical consultation service offered with its partner clinic おうえケアとわクリニック.
New merchandise featuring an original illustration by 野白ぐり先生, themed around “sports MIX,” from 『恋心開発実況』 to debut at “AGF2026”! Advance sales confirmed at 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]!
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中外鉱業 will offer advance sales of new merchandise from 『恋心開発実況』 at its booth [Y-23] during “アニメイトガールズフェスティバル 2026,” to be held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City on Nov. 7–8.
New merchandise featuring an original illustration by ヱビノびすく先生, themed around “sports MIX,” from 『マイディア・エージェント』 to debut at “AGF2026”! Advance sales confirmed at 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]!
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中外鉱業 will offer advance sales of new merchandise with a sports MIX theme from 『マイディア・エージェント』 at its booth [Y-23] during “アニメイトガールズフェスティバル 2026,” to be held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City on Nov. 7–8, 2026.
Domestic carbon credit generators, buyers, and supporters to gather: “VOLUNTARY CARBON CREDIT SUMMIT 2026” on Nov. 20—event to explore corporate decarbonization management
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 is helping publicize “VOLUNTARY CARBON CREDIT SUMMIT 2026,” to be held on Nov. 20, as a member of the “脱炭素経営イニシアティブ” operated by 株式会社Linkhola.
ファディー (women-only fitness) sponsors “多摩川休暇,” a picnic event on the Tama River riverbank
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ファディー, a women-only fitness business operated by 株式会社FURDI, will sponsor “多摩川休暇,” a picnic event to be held in 川崎市, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Nov. 7, 2026.
【Utsunomiya】＼NEW OPEN 10/26／A women-only personal Pilates studio opens in Utsunomiya, combining bodywork and Pilates to deliver results in just 1 session!
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La pilates, a women-only personal Pilates studio operated by 株式会社La pilates, opened a new location, La pilates Utsunomiya, in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, on Oct. 26. It offers a method combining bodywork and machine Pilates, and is offering trial lessons for 1,000 yen to celebrate the opening.
Celebrating the release of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM ZERO! “SEED Series” Special Event 2026 in Fukuoka confirmed!
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Special events in Fukuoka, including illuminations, talk events and screenings with cast greetings, have been confirmed to celebrate the release of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM ZERO.
Facts
5 billion yen in box office revenue
3 million admissions
Theatrical release begins Jan. 15, 2027
From Nov. 27, 2026
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Spend at least 1,000 yen (tax included; purchases cannot be combined)
Special screening (flat rate): 3,500 yen (tax included)
“Connoisseur Club” vol. 14 to be published on Oct. 30. Exploring the Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg whiskies captivating the world!
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株式会社ウイスキー文化研究所 will release vol. 14 of its information magazine “Connoisseur Club” on Oct. 30. A special feature examines the factors behind the rapid growth of the 3 Islay malt distilleries Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg. The issue will also include a continuing portrait series on Master of Whisky by Masafumi Matsumoto.
Facts
Nearly 9 million bottles annually
Oct. 30, 2026
Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
The number of whisky distilleries in Japan has finally exceeded 130
441 business failures due to labor shortages, a record high — Data review of hiring improvements that could have been made before collapse
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株式会社Shake has released a report examining its recruitment support results in industries with concentrated business failures, following 帝国データバンク's record-high statistic of 441 business failures due to labor shortages in fiscal 2025. As 63.0% of small and medium-sized businesses report labor shortages, the company proposes treating recruitment as an insurance premium for business continuity and making data-based operational improvements to address risks including employee-departure-related failures and the survival of companies with fewer than 10 employees.
Facts
441 bankruptcies due to labor shortages
63.0% of small and medium-sized businesses report labor shortages
Of these, 61.3% said the shortage was “severe (disrupting business continuity)”
There have been 118 “employee-departure-type” business failures
Companies with fewer than 10 employees account for about 75% of business failures
14 applications in 10 months for a hiring plan of 13 construction managers
A child development support company with 35 locations nationwide
18 applications in 3 months for a licensed position
A Hokuriku restaurant chain received 110 applications in 8 months
Recorded 1,066 applications as a single company
107 small and midsize businesses receiving recruitment support from our company
グローバル産業株式会社 will release pure gold and pure silver medals on Nov. 2, 2026, commemorating the longevity of the D511 steam locomotive, which debuted in 1936. The medals are licensed for merchandising by JR西日本.
ペッツファーストホールディングス株式会社 released its Monthly Pet Report for September 2026. It handled 1,559 animals from contracted breeders, and its directly operated stores sold 1,586 animals. The mortality rate was 1.28%; the report also detailed transfers and cancellations involving pets requiring care, as well as fatal incidents.
Latest: ChatGPT advertising case study! A test campaign of about 2 weeks generated conversions at about 1/4 of the target CPA
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ダッシュボード株式会社 conducted a test campaign for ChatGPT ads and recorded strong acquisition efficiency, achieving a CPA of about 1/4 the target with a budget of 100,000 yen over about 2 weeks. It also identified operational challenges, including an initial uneven pace of budget spending and delays in data updates.
77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival to be held / 川西市, Hyogo Prefecture
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The 77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival will be held on Nov. 7 in 川西市, Hyogo Prefecture. The theme is “Inagawa Fireworks Art Festival,” and about 4,000 fireworks will be launched.
株式会社オイシル makes 1942-founded seafood processor 有限会社魚藤水産 a subsidiary
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株式会社オイシル acquired all shares of 有限会社魚藤水産, a seafood processor founded in 1942, on Sept. 30, 2026, making it a wholly owned subsidiary. The company, with recent sales of about 700 million yen, is pursuing business succession while anticipating synergies in areas including securing personnel and expanding sales channels.
Turning young assistant directors’ “on-the-job realities” into data | What the next generation experiences in TV production workplaces
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株式会社Virtual Wall conducted a survey of assistant directors working in television production and found that many young assistant directors see analog communication, generation gaps and relationship-related concerns as challenges.
Facts
53 assistant directors
About 70% of respondents
“Less than 1 year” accounted for 33%
“1 to less than 3 years” (37%)
“News and infotainment” (46%)
“Variety shows” (42%)
72% of assistant directors said they “feel” a generation gap at work
People in their 40s and 50s (28% each)
Of the 25 specific responses,
10 concerned communication, including hierarchical relationships
【Seasonal items available!】Bringing you a dazzling taste of green! Tokyo’s popular pistachio sweets specialty shop “PISTA & TOKYO” opens for a limited time at 銀座三越 through Tuesday, November 3 (holiday).
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株式会社ケイシイシイ, which operates the pistachio sweets specialty shop “PISTA & TOKYO,” will open a limited-time shop at 銀座三越 from October 28 to November 3, 2026.
【Collaboration event】The “BIG Dipper” amusement center and “Teravit” collaboration event starts today, Thursday, October 29, 2026! Come meet the signboard mascots Big-kun and Dipper-chan!
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サイバーステップ株式会社 will hold a collaboration event between the game “Teravit” and the “BIG Dipper” amusement center (operated by 株式会社メビウス) starting October 29, 2026. The event will feature a game creation contest, limited-edition worlds, and minigames.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
10,000 jewels
6,000 jewels
3,000 jewels
2,000 jewels
1,000 jewels
300 works
Within the first 100 people
Companies mentioned：サイバーステップ株式会社、株式会社メビウス、MEBIUS CO.,LTD.、CyberStep, Inc.
【Rare ingredient “koboreume”】Scrop, a specialty coffee shop, brings new flavors featuring Nagareyama’s traditional ingredients
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Scrop COFFEE ROASTERS, a specialty coffee shop operated by 株式会社マルハンダイニング, is offering new products such as pound cake, anpan, and roast chicken made with hon-mirin, a traditional Nagareyama ingredient, and “koboreume,” a rare mirin lees.
【モクシー大阪本町】Welcome 2027 with Latin rhythms! “NEW YEAR COUNTDOWN PARTY 2027” kicks off the hotel’s 10th anniversary year
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【モクシー大阪本町】will host the “NEW YEAR COUNTDOWN PARTY 2027” on December 31, 2026, to celebrate the start of 2027, its 10th anniversary year. Latin dance unit “Lenny & Mio from VIDA LATINA” and Mexican singer “Itzel” will perform, with dance lessons and live performances.
Facts
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026
10th anniversary of opening
2027
Salsa and bachata dance lessons starting at 20:00
Began working as dance partners in Australia in 2002
Founded “VIDA LATINA Dance Co.” in 2005
An artist with a career spanning more than 15 years
At 22:45 on the day
23:30
A total of 3 times, starting at 0:15 after the New Year begins
A 180-minute all-you-can-drink plan
Additional charge of 4,000 yen
Opened on November 1, 2017
An adjoining 24-hour cafe and bar
Event hours: 20:00–1:00 the following day
General admission: 3,500 yen
Hotel guests: 2,500 yen
180-minute all-you-can-drink plan: 2,000 yen extra
Companies mentioned：マリオット・インターナショナル、Moxy Hotels、モクシー大阪本町、VIDA LATINA Dance Co.、オルケスタ・デ・ラ・ルス
Cerebro Pharma, a startup from 大阪公立大学, obtains a Japanese patent for an invention involving the plant ingredients sour jujube seed and sweet flag (Patent No. 7698391); applications are also in progress in 9 countries and regions overseas
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セレブロファーマ株式会社, a startup from 大阪公立大学, has obtained a Japanese patent (No. 7698391) for an invention involving the plant ingredients sour jujube seed and sweet flag, aimed at maintaining and improving cognitive function. Patent applications are in progress in 9 countries and regions overseas.
Bring your existing websites and systems up to date. Launch of “HL MODERNIZE,” offering support from improvements and renovations to complete overhauls
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株式会社HeartLanguage has launched “HL MODERNIZE,” a service offering support for websites and systems, from improvements and renovations to complete overhauls.
【Online event on 11/6】A comprehensive guide to cross-border e-commerce operations: “4 Levers to Increase Overseas Sales”; Eri Saito, secretary-general of our organization, to speak.
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Eri Saito, secretary-general of 一般社団法人国際ビジネス連結機構, will speak at an online seminar hosted by “ECのプロ” on November 6, 2026, explaining practical aspects essential to successful cross-border e-commerce, including logistics and systems.
South Korea’s leading synth-pop band ADOY traces its 9-year journey and returns to its roots with the release of its 3rd album, “KOMOREBI”
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A look at “KOMOREBI,” the 3rd full-length album released by Seoul-based Korean synth-pop band ADOY as it marked 9 years since its formation. The album, themed around kintsugi, portrays a return to the band’s roots and its growth, and includes collaborations with Alex Aldi, Kim Su-yeon, and others.
Cerebro Pharma, a startup from 大阪公立大学, obtains a Japanese patent for an invention involving the Hawaiian endemic plant mamaki (Patent No. 7825335); applications are also in progress in 12 countries and regions overseas
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セレブロファーマ株式会社, a startup from 大阪公立大学, has obtained a Japanese patent (No. 7825335) for an invention involving the Hawaiian endemic plant mamaki to maintain and improve cognitive function. Patent applications are also in progress in 12 countries and regions overseas, including the United States and Europe.
Making dementia and brain aging easy to understand from a researcher’s perspective. Cerebro Pharma, a startup from 大阪公立大学, launches the information site “Cerebro Aging Lab.”
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セレブロファーマ株式会社, a startup from 大阪公立大学, launched “Cerebro Aging Lab.,” an information site explaining research on dementia and brain aging to the general public, on Oct. 28, 2026.
The “Thorium Series,” a winter insulation staple, gets an update with features more specialized for climbing
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アークテリクス announced the “Thorium Series,” a winter insulation staple updated with features more specialized for climbing. A selection guide will be published on its official website on Oct. 29, 2026.
6 elementary school students from Tsuruoka visit BESTO HAUS鶴岡店 on a school field trip, learning about “work” through homebuilding
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BESTO HAUS, the housing brand of EXCEED GROUP, welcomed 6 sixth-grade students from Tsuruoka on Oct. 28, 2026, for a school field trip to learn about “work” through homebuilding.
【O SKIN & HAIR】3 HOLIDAY GIFT options to choose from. Stick balm and holder relaunched on Nov. 6 (Fri).
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Skincare brand O SKIN & HAIR will release 3 limited-edition gifts as part of its holiday collection from Nov. 6, 2026. Its stick balm and holder will also be revamped.
株式会社りらく held the grand opening of りらくる Higashikurume Station North Exit store on Oct. 29, 2026, in a prime location a 1-minute walk from Higashikurume Station’s north exit. The store is back about 2 years after the previous location closed, and first-time customers are being offered a 1,000-yen discount coupon.
Facts
1,000-yen discount coupon for first-time customers
596 locations nationwide (as of Oct. 2026)
りらくる Higashikurume Station North Exit store to grand-open on Oct. 29 (Thu), 2026
About a 1-minute walk from Higashikurume Station’s north exit
Equipped with 8 treatment beds
Employees: 219 ※Consolidated group companies, including part-time employees (as of Oct. 2026)
ビューイング株式会社 published an article ranking turnover within 3 years of graduation among new university graduates by industry and establishment size, based on data from 厚生労働省. The highest turnover rate was 55.4% in accommodation and food services, and the lowest was 12.4% in electricity, gas, heat supply and water services. The overall average was 33.8%.
株式会社YORISOI compares and analyzes 5 new recruitment outsourcing and RPO service cases, considering the support value sought in the future through specialization and AI use
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株式会社YORISOI published a comparative analysis report on 5 new recruitment outsourcing and RPO service cases. It examines whether services specialize in particular target talent and explicitly describe their use of AI, and considers the future value of RPO services in light of market conditions and changing job-seeker interests.
Facts
Up 4.8% year on year
1.1163 trillion yen
87.16 million people in 1995
73.53 million people in 2025
The decline was about 15.6%
Of the 1,600 respondents
43.5% felt their company was short of full-time employees
ブレインズテクノロジー and 酉島製作所 advance R&D on an AI monitoring system for river drainage pumping stations
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ブレインズテクノロジー and 酉島製作所 were selected through a public solicitation by 国土交通省 and will advance R&D on an AI monitoring system for river drainage pumping stations.
ホリイフードサービス discusses growth strategy targeting an operating profit margin of 20% or more and a market capitalization of ¥20 billion. An interview is published in Invest Leaders.
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An interview with ホリイフードサービス President Akihisa Fujita and Director Jinichi Takakuwa was published in the investor-focused media outlet Invest Leaders. It covers medium- to long-term goals of reaching an operating profit margin of 20% or more and a market capitalization of ¥20 billion by 2028, management reforms since joining the CCH Group, expansion of the inbound-focused KOBE Beef Emperor Steak brand, AI and DX initiatives, and a growth strategy centered on M&A.
Coming soon! The 4th round of event updates for CHURA MIKU STREET 2026
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株式会社あしびかんぱにー has released the latest information about CHURA MIKU STREET 2026, which will be held in Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, starting November 1, 2026. Announcements include the official pop-up shop’s hours and limited-time campaigns; AR photo spots in the Kokusai-dori and Shuri areas; collaboration menus with local restaurants; character panels at Yui Rail stations; an online shop; time announcements on a large video screen; sales of the digital figure “Holomodel”; and details of the December 12 meet-and-greet event.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
On opening day, November 1 (Sun.), from 9:00 to 19:00
From November 2 (Mon.) onward, from 11:00 to 19:00
Perfect as a gift! The much-anticipated return of the “Apple” mini bag featuring luxurious embroidery, with web preorders now open. Add a stylish touch to your look with unify（ユニファイ）, a versatile favorite for everything from a travel side bag to everyday outings.
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The “Apple” embroidered 2-way mini shoulder bag, a registered design from 株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー’s unify brand, is back by popular demand, and advance reservations have begun at the official online store.
New details revealed for the stage production “The Suicidal Perfect Crime and the Rain That Falls on the Room Before Seven!”
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Details have been revealed for the stage adaptation of “The Suicidal Perfect Crime and the Rain That Falls on the Room Before Seven,” published by 株式会社TOブックス. Performances will begin at Yurakucho Asahi Hall on February 16, 2027.
Live broadcast report: Ryo Takahashi and Shotaro Morikubo appear live! The first cast-featured program for “Jigoku Kourin” ends to great acclaim
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株式会社Pictoria held the first official live broadcast for “Jigoku Kourin,” a joint project with 別府市公営事業局, on October 14, 2026, featuring voice actors Ryo Takahashi and Shotaro Morikubo. The program included character introductions, a Q&A, and the first public performance of a song cover, and ended to great acclaim.
“Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend” × ENOSHIMA TREASURE CAFE collaboration café confirmed!
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日新クリエート株式会社 and 株式会社タカラッシュ will hold a collaboration café at ENOSHIMA TREASURE CAFE from January 28 to February 28, 2027, to celebrate the release of “Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend.”
Collaboration campaign between popular women’s app “Break My Case” and money transfer app “Air Wallet” launches October 29 (Thu.)!
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株式会社coly will launch a collaboration campaign between the game app “Break My Case” and “Air Wallet,” a money transfer app from 株式会社リクルートMUFGビジネス, on October 29, 2026. Add the apps’ LINE account as a friend to receive ¥480 in COIN+ balance, and get 50% cashback on payments made with the Air Wallet Visa Card.
DX General Expo 2026 Autumn Tokyo: Venue map for Makuhari Messe now available!
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エバーリッジ株式会社 has released the venue map for DX General Expo 2026 Autumn Tokyo, which will be held at Makuhari Messe from November 4 to 6, 2026. The exhibition is co-hosted by ビジネスイノベーション Japan and AI World 2026 秋 東京, and requires free advance registration.
Facts
3 days
November 4, 2026
Nov. 6
6 Asian countries
Participation fee: Free
Companies mentioned：エバーリッジ株式会社、ビジネスイノベーション Japan、AI World 2026 秋 東京
LIPS labo: “Skin trouble and beauty concerns” are the top reasons for starting supplements! Inside beauty fans’ inner-care habits
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The beauty platform LIPS, operated by 株式会社AppBrew, surveyed 1,864 users about supplements. More than 60% of beauty enthusiasts use supplements, with “skin trouble and beauty concerns” the most common reason for starting. Tablets were the most popular form, and an overwhelming majority purchased them at drugstores. “Forgetting to take them” was cited as a barrier to continued use, while monthly spending of ¥1,000 to less than ¥3,000 was the most common range.
Facts
1,864 LIPS users
Reaching 64%
79% among those aged 40 and over
Tablets ranked first at 59%
“1 year or more” ranked first at 38%
Vitamin supplements were overwhelmingly popular at 57%
“Because I was experiencing skin trouble or beauty-related concerns” ranked first at 52%
“I forget to take them” ranked first at 39%
“¥1,000 to less than ¥3,000” accounted for nearly half, at 46%
Drugstores were by far the most common choice at 60%
“Social media and video-sharing sites” ranked first at 50%
Popular team logos from メジャーリーグベースボール (MLB), embroidered in luxurious detail! The new “MLB Bi-Fold Wallet” combines functionality with style!
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株式会社イーカムグループ will launch the “MLB Bifold Wallet” in late November as an officially licensed MLB product, featuring 3 teams: ロサンゼルス・ドジャース, ニューヨーク・ヤンキース and シカゴ・ホワイトソックス.