A Parisian Christmas in Tokyo. Savor a coveted holiday course at a prestigious grand maison.
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トゥールダルジャン 東京 at ホテルニューオータニ will serve its Christmas-only menu, “Un Noël Romantique: Christmas at the Residence,” from December 16 to 25, 2026. Offerings include a lunch course for 30,000 yen prepared by an M.O.F.-honored chef and a dinner course with ヴーヴ・クリコ champagne for 8万9千 yen.
【フェリシモ「おてらぶ」】A collaboration with the special exhibition “大徳寺 本朝無双之禅苑”: the story behind developing limited-edition goods that invite visitors into the spirit of Zen and the world of yokai
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株式会社フェリシモ's “おてらぶ” has collaborated with the special exhibition “大徳寺 本朝無双之禅苑,” currently on view at 東京国立博物館, to develop limited-edition goods. (フェリシモ)
tvk 55th Anniversary Project: Reiwa 九 Spring Tour Grand Sumo Minamiashigara Tournament
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The Grand Sumo Minamiashigara Tournament will be held on April 9, 2027, at the Minamiashigara City Sports Center as part of the 55th-anniversary project of Television Kanagawa. It is organized by the Grand Sumo Minamiashigara Tournament Executive Committee (Television Kanagawa, Pia and Landmark Entertainment).
【Mila Owen (ミラ オーウェン)】The 2026 fall collection catalog, themed “THE PLAYFUL TRADITIONAL,” is now available! 〈Friday, October 30〉
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Mila Owen, a women’s brand operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will release its 2026 fall collection web catalog, themed “THE PLAYFUL TRADITIONAL,” on October 30.
A seminar titled “The Market and Industrial Structure of Physical AI and Technology Development,” featuring Haruto Suzuki of 株式会社日本政策投資銀行 and Hajime Asama of 早稲田大学次世代ロボット研究機構, will be held on Monday, November 30, 2026!
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株式会社新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on November 30, 2026, on “The Market and Industrial Structure of Physical AI and Technology Development.” Speakers Haruto Suzuki of the Development Bank of Japan and Hajime Asama of Waseda University will discuss the transition from generative AI to physical AI, as well as the budget scale of approximately 900 billion yen in the FY2027 budget request.
Buy Panasonic batteries and enjoy life with a smile! Campaign begins Wednesday, November 11, 2026 — Enter for a chance to win a マックカード or サーティワン アイスクリーム gift voucher with the purchase of eligible products!
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Panasonic Energy will run a campaign beginning November 11, 2026, offering a chance to win a マックカード or サーティワン アイスクリーム gift voucher with the purchase of eligible battery products.
Facts
With purchases of 1,000 yen or more (tax included)
【JAF Miyagi】The “Michinoku GOLD Roman Stamp Rally,” exploring the history of gold in Miyagi and Iwate, is underway!
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The “Michinoku GOLD Roman Stamp Rally,” supported by the JAF Miyagi Branch, began on October 9, 2026. Participation is free at all 25 locations along the Japan Heritage-certified story route from northern Miyagi Prefecture to southern Iwate Prefecture.
【Garupa】New details on the Garupa × Magical Girl Witch Trial collaboration announced on “BanG Dream! TV LIVE 2026” No. 338!
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株式会社ブシロード has announced a collaboration between the smartphone game “BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!” and “Magical Girl Witch Trial.” Starting in November 2026, the campaign will include a gacha, illustrations of limited-edition characters, a login campaign and new songs.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
A total of 10 days
1,000 stars
100 tone crystals
500 stars
700,000 copies sold to date
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブシロード、合同会社Re,AER、Acacia、Elements Garden、Google LLC、Apple Inc.
Final results announced for the 1st Bushiroad Works Novel Award, presented by “Bushiroad Works” and 小説家になろう!
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株式会社ブシロードワークス (株式会社ブシロード) has announced the final results of the 1st Bushiroad Works Novel Award, held in partnership with 小説家になろう. There were 14,828 entries, and winners were selected for the Silver Award, Bronze Award, Judges’ Award and other categories. Some winning works are guaranteed publication or are under consideration for publication.
株式会社Yagish announced the results of a survey on its direct recruiting service, yagioffer. Data from October 2025 to September 2026 show that scout messages are concentrated during the day, particularly in the 11:00 hour, but approval rates are low. By contrast, approval rates tend to exceed the average at night, such as in the 20:00 hour, when fewer messages are sent.
株式会社セカンドライフパートナーズ launches new “Identity Verification and Guarantor Referral Service,” adding credit card payments and direct debit to improve convenience
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株式会社セカンドライフパートナーズ has launched an “Identity Verification and Guarantor Referral Service” to address guarantor issues related to moving into senior care facilities, renting housing, and employment. From November, it supports credit card payments and direct debit.
Skyland Ventures opens Hatch Shibuya, a coworking space for startups
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スカイランドベンチャーズ株式会社 opened Hatch Shibuya, a coworking space for startups, in Shibuya Sakuragaoka on October 30, 2026. It also revamped its corporate website.
[Case study on regional partnerships for school club activities published (Ota City, Tokyo)] On-the-ground manager explains how 31 clubs at 7 schools are operated, including on weekdays
Friendly Tech develops “Kebbie Talk,” a voice conversation app for the Kebbi communication robot
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株式会社フレンドリーテック developed “Kebbie Talk,” a voice conversation app for the Kebbi AI communication robot distributed by 丸文株式会社, and “Kebbi Remote,” a dedicated app for operating Kebbi from a smartphone. Both apps became available on October 15, 2026, as the result of a co-creation project in Saitama Prefecture.
[株式会社HRize] On-site report from the HRTech Conference 2026 in Las Vegas published.
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株式会社HRize attended the HRTech Conference 2026, held in Las Vegas, U.S., from October 20 to 22, 2026, and published an event report on note and a wrap-up seminar video on YouTube.
Blue Industries株式会社 to co-host dessert seminar at the 20th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Pharmaceutical Health Care and Sciences
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Blue Industries株式会社 held a co-hosted dessert seminar at the 20th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Pharmaceutical Health Care and Sciences on October 18, 2026, discussing challenges in the early detection of cancer and the roles of pharmacies and pharmacists.
Facts
20th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Pharmaceutical Health Care and Sciences
Pearl Abyss releases “Crimson Desert Enhanced: Unknown Journey” worldwide
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Pearl Abyss released “Crimson Desert Enhanced: Unknown Journey” worldwide on October 30, 2026. This is the first DLC for “Crimson Desert Enhanced,” adding features including ocean exploration, romance and management elements, and housing.
Prodelia Partners strengthens its management structure; Yoshie Nagumo appointed COO and community manager
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Prodelia Partners announced that it has strengthened its management structure by creating the position of COO and community manager and appointing Yoshie Nagumo to the role, effective November 1, 2026.
Facts
92%
28%
Nov. 1, 2026
July 2026
January 2026
Companies mentioned：プロデリア・パートナーズ株式会社、リクルート、SUPER STUDIO
[Kyosho Egg] “Next stop!” A tabletop R/C bus with a working chime. The Isuzu Erga Toei Bus joins the Tabletop Series
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京商株式会社 has released the “1/80 Isuzu Erga Toei Bus” tabletop R/C bus under its toy label Kyosho Egg. The product recreates the design and features of the real bus and comes with a play mat and bus stop, making it suitable for educational use as well.
Apology and notice regarding the possibility that information submitted through the “Ginger Benefits” inquiry form was leaked
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jinjer株式会社 announced that information submitted through the “Ginger Benefits” inquiry form may have been leaked as a result of unauthorized access to a platform provided by its contractor, Studio Corporation. The company has issued an apology and outlined its response.
“Husband” and “wife” pose for a photo. A marriage registration form depicting a moment of announcing a marriage and the “promise” symbolized by white clover gets a new design for Good Couple’s Day. The “My Marriage Registration Form” can be submitted to a municipal office.
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株式会社サムライソード has added 2 new designs to its “My Marriage Registration” service as the 4th installment, ahead of “Good Couple Day” on Nov. 22. They can be printed at approximately 63,000 convenience stores nationwide and submitted to local authorities. A campaign is also running from Oct. 1 through Nov. 30, 2026.
Restaurant industry full-time job site “グルスタ” completely revamped with a job seeker-first approach
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株式会社グルスタ has completely revamped its restaurant industry full-time job site, “グルスタ,” with a job seeker-first approach. New features include intuitive area filtering by nearest station, one-tap searches using previous search criteria, and a new section displaying the features of restaurants and work styles on a 5-point scale.
Facts
More than 900 companies supported in the restaurant industry
New izakaya “サカバル teo” to grand open on Oct. 8, 2026, at 学大横丁 beneath Gakugei-daigaku Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line! —An adult-focused “sakabaru” where seasonal dishes and sake bring together the vision of a design studio and the skills of experienced chefs—
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New izakaya “サカバル teo,” operated by 株式会社アーキテクト ジェイ, will grand open on Oct. 8, 2026, at 学大横丁 beneath Gakugei-daigaku Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line. It will serve seasonal ingredients and sake, and opened with support from 株式会社テンポスフィナンシャルトラスト.
Join from anywhere in Japan! Miyakonojo City to hold online relocation fair
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宮崎県都城市 will hold an online relocation fair on Nov. 21, 2026, open to participants from across Japan. The event will consist of free seminars and individual consultations limited to the first 10 groups.
How did they find a job that suited them when job searches and recruiter outreach had failed? AI career agent “PREVIO” releases 3 user testimonials
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株式会社OurStory has released testimonials from 3 users of its AI career agent “PREVIO.” In response to the challenge of not finding suitable jobs through conventional job searches, recruiter outreach, or generative AI, PREVIO recommends jobs based on users’ experience and values, explaining the reasons for each recommendation. Users praised its high accuracy and the new options it offered.
Facts
76.4% of people with job-change experience said, “Job listings alone don’t tell me whether an option is truly right for my career,”
Among people who used generative AI to consider their careers, 9.0% said they “found specific job listings that matched them”
“Joy forward Christmas -Joy is passed on to the next person-,” a Christmas event for ＫＩＴＴＥ名古屋’s 10th anniversary, kicks off with a spectacular butterfly drone show!
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JPビルマネジメント株式会社 will hold “Joy forward Christmas -Joy is passed on to the next person-,” a Christmas event celebrating the 10th anniversary of ＫＩＴＴＥ名古屋, from Nov. 11 through Dec. 25, 2026. Events include a butterfly drone show, a handmade market by Creema, and an animation exhibition by misato. The event is hosted and planned and operated with the involvement of 日本郵便株式会社, 名工建設株式会社, and 日本郵政不動産株式会社, among others.
Sailing ship “BLUE OCEAN Mirai e”: Registration opens for participants in “Coastal Environmental Education Forum 2026 in Minato KOBE” (Nov. 6–8, Kobe)
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特定非営利活動法人ゼリ・ジャパン is accepting registrations for participants in “Coastal Environmental Education Forum 2026 in Minato KOBE,” to be held at Kobe Port from Nov. 6 to 8, 2026. The forum aims to develop a model for marine and environmental education through activities including sail training aboard the sailing ship “BLUE OCEAN Mirai e” and a tour of the Hyogo Canal.
“What can AI do for our industry?” Get a free, work-focused assessment. Knock Design launches “AI Business Improvement Consultation”
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株式会社ノックデザイン launched a free “AI Business Improvement Consultation” on Oct. 1, 2026, with no obligation to commission work. The service reviews a company’s industry and specific operations, identifies processes that can be automated with AI and those requiring human review and judgment, and provides recommendations for business improvements.
Facts
Today, October 1, 2026
Original1社1回60分の相談
Delivered within 7 business days after the consultation
アネシス福岡 to hold “Smart Single-Story Home Consultation for Homes Under 30 Tsubo”
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アネシス福岡, the Fukuoka branch of 株式会社アネシス, will hold a “Smart Single-Story Home Consultation for Homes Under 30 Tsubo” starting Oct. 26. It will provide design support to help clients realize their ideal single-story home even on limited land.
Facts
Smart Single-Story Home Consultation for Homes Under 30 Tsubo
Still unsure after visiting multiple companies? アネシス福岡 to hold a homebuilding “second opinion” consultation with an architect.
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アネシス福岡, the Fukuoka branch of 株式会社アネシス, will hold a homebuilding second-opinion consultation with an architect starting Oct. 26. With no sales staff and no criticism of other companies, the consultation offers an objective perspective to help organize floor plans and priorities.
Bringing Taiwan’s traditional delicacy karasumi closer and making it more versatile: new ways to enjoy it from 合同会社BOLA JAPAN
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With support from 株式会社トモトモ, 合同会社BOLA JAPAN imports and sells food products in Japan, focusing on Taiwanese karasumi. In addition to traditional karasumi, it offers a diverse product lineup including powder and popcorn, with rigorous quality control and customs procedures.
On Oct. 21, 栃木ＳＣ held the “栃木ＳＣ Comprehensive Learning Project: Field Trip Day” for approximately 1,500 elementary school students from 11 schools in Utsunomiya. Activities included soccer experiences, a stadium tour, and watching a home game.
[Event report] Serious about food in elder care: 518 participants competed in the 8th GOHAN Grand Prix
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株式会社SOYOKAZE held the final of the 8th GOHAN Grand Prix at 佐伯栄養専門学校 on Oct. 11, 2026. A total of 154 teams and 518 people from across Japan entered, and the Tochigi-Gunma Business Division, representing the North Kanto block, won.
[Aomori Wellness Hotel ReLabo] A wellness experience from Aomori recognized around the world. “Wellness Spa ReLabo” wins awards in 3 categories at an international spa awards ceremony
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Wellness Spa ReLabo, the spa facility inside ReLabo Medical Spa & Stay, a wellness hotel directly connected to Aomori Station, won awards in 3 categories—global, East Asia and Japan—at the international World Luxury Spa Awards 2026. Its operator, 株式会社城ヶ倉観光 (慈恵会グループ), will run a special campaign for spa treatments to mark the awards.
Facts
Won 3 categories
Awarded for 2 consecutive years
30% OFF
Number of guest rooms: 130
Companies mentioned：株式会社城ヶ倉観光、慈恵会グループ、ReLabo Medical Spa & Stay、Wellness Spa ReLabo
ソコカラ becomes main sponsor of an event held by VIAL, Sri Lanka’s vehicle importers’ association; attends annual general meeting in Colombo
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株式会社はなまる became the main sponsor of an event held by VIAL, a Sri Lankan association of vehicle importers, and attended its annual general meeting in Colombo. The company networked with about 200 people involved in the industry and aims to expand Japan’s used-car export business.
Facts
Approximately 200 people
More than 110 countries worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社はなまる、Vehicle Importers Association of Lanka、VIAL、ソコカラ、SOCOCARA AUTO MARKET
Signed a partnership agreement with akippa株式会社 to address parking shortages and make effective use of vacant spaces in Setouchi City [Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture]
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Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, signed a partnership agreement with akippa株式会社 to use the parking-sharing service akippa, aiming to address parking shortages in the city and make effective use of unused land.
One-stop support from “recruitment” to “retention.” Take Action to exhibit at “DX General EXPO [Tokyo]” at Makuhari Messe
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株式会社Take Action, which provides recruitment support and HR Tech services, will exhibit at “DX General EXPO [Tokyo],” held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 4-6, 2026, and introduce 5 services under the theme “Solving recruitment and retention challenges.”
A poseable scorpion takes shape from more than 1,000 metal parts. BLDB launches an assembly model equipped with LEDs
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BLDB has launched the “Mechanical Scorpion 3D Metal Puzzle,” assembled from more than 1,000 metal parts. It has built-in LEDs, and its joints and pincers can be swapped.
コミクス creates business-owner training material explaining 3 levels of how to delegate work to generative AI
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株式会社コミクス has created a 10-page mini-guide, “Companies That Stop at Chat, Companies That Delegate Fully,” for small and medium-sized business owners. It explains 3 levels of delegating work to generative AI: “command seat,” “working alongside,” and “full delegation.”
A soft-serve ice cream that is a hit at events nationwide, made by an Earl Grey specialty shop, and the buzzworthy new-style “butter mochi,” crisp on the outside and chewy inside, will be available for a limited time at the “National Station Bento and Tasty Foods Festival” at うすい百貨店!
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&EARL GREY, an Earl Grey specialty shop operated by 株式会社キャセリンハウス, will sell soft-serve ice cream and butter mochi for a limited time at the “National Station Bento and Tasty Foods Festival” at うすい百貨店 in Fukushima Prefecture from Oct. 30 to Nov. 8, 2026.
Facts
About 50 times the tea leaves
Price: 648 yen (including tax)
About 7 times or more that of domestically produced wheat
3 tips for regular customer outreach that everyone says is important but struggles to follow through on [Online seminar report: Oct. 20 (Tue.), 15:40-16:00]
PRINCIPE PRIVE – Epoca d’Oro launches original leather straps. Dedicated buckles feature an engraved crown logo.
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PRINCIPE PRIVE – Epoca d’Oro has launched original 2mm-thick leather straps for vintage watches. Available in 3 types—lizard, alligator and crocodile—they come with buckles engraved with a crown. Price: ¥14,300 (tax included).
GOLDEN CONCEPT (ゴールデンコンセプト) launches “RACING SPORT FUSION,” a new ceramic composite case for Apple Watch Ultra.
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Swedish luxury brand GOLDEN CONCEPT has launched the ceramic composite case “RACING SPORT FUSION” for the Apple Watch Ultra series. Available in 2 colors, it is priced at 187,000 yen (tax included).
The 3-generation-old bakery ブーランジュリー ル ビアン, founded in Brittany, France, will begin selling “stollen” and “panettone” on Nov. 1 (Sun.).
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Founded in Brittany, France, the bakery ブーランジュリー ル ビアン will begin selling its original-recipe stollen (including a chocolate version) and panettone from Nov. 1.
Report on donations from the “World Ecoromo Campaign”: 3,758,381 yen donated to support the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake
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株式会社ワールド reports that it donated 3,758,381 yen through 日本赤十字社 to support the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake, using funds raised through its Spring/Summer 2026 “World Ecoromo Campaign.”
[ダイヘン] Welding machine “Welbee The Short Arc 500” wins “Super” Monozukuri Parts Award
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株式会社ダイヘン’s welding machine “Welbee The Short Arc 500” won the “Lifestyle and Social Challenges Solution-Related Parts Award” at the “23rd / 2026 ‘Super’ Monozukuri Parts Awards,” hosted by モノづくり日本会議 and 日刊工業新聞社.
[Free trial for 1 veteran employee] Before retirement, capture “that person’s judgment” by talking, without writing it down. Skills-transfer AI “Veteran Knowledge AI” launches—young employees can access it on their smartphones right when they need help
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株式会社GembaShift will launch “Veteran Knowledge AI,” a skills-transfer AI that uses AI to make experienced workers’ decision-making processes visible, in Oct. 2026. No manual creation is needed: cards are generated from recordings of interviews with veteran workers, enabling younger employees to address on-site problems immediately using a smartphone. A free trial for 1 veteran employee is available before adoption.
トレカプロ launches トレカプロニュース, a news outlet covering the trading card industry; seeking companies interested in press release publication and interviews
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トレカプロ株式会社, which operates services in the trading card sector, has launched トレカプロニュース, an industry news outlet, and is seeking companies interested in having their press releases published and being interviewed.
“にしおフードドライブ・インフォメーション” launches! Check food drive information across the city at a glance [Nishio, Aichi Prefecture]
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Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture, has launched a new service, “にしおフードドライブ・インフォメーション,” which consolidates and visualizes information on approximately 40 food drive locations in the city and donation records on the city website.
株式会社大央 launched the interview series “大央は人で成っている” on its official website in November 2026, publishing an interview with Section Chief Shingo Matsuo as the first installment.
[New product] A dried sweet potato that won’t get your hands dirty!? “ぽいも,” a chewy new-texture “ねりほしいも,” launches October 30!
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イミコトマルシェ, operated by 株式会社TeN, will begin selling “ぽいも,” bite-sized dried sweet potatoes made with 100% domestically grown sweet potatoes and no additives, on its official e-commerce site on October 30, 2026.
株式会社アマダ will exhibit at おかやまテクノロジー展（OTEX）2026, to be held at Convex Okayama on November 11 and 12, showcasing a total of 5 machines, including bending machines and washers.
[JID] Employee health screening event held again this year — second event held with the cooperation of the Kisarazu City Health Promotion Division
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日本賃貸保証株式会社（JID） held its second employee health screening event with the cooperation of the Kisarazu City Health Promotion Division. The event included measurements of body composition, bone health, and vegetable intake, with the aim of raising employee health awareness and creating a more comfortable workplace.
Facts
Founded in 1995
Capital: 100 million yen
Companies mentioned：日本賃貸保証株式会社、JID、JID GROUP、JIDINVESTMENTS株式会社、ムービングマスタージャパン株式会社、ジョブスタイル株式会社、特定非営利活動法人Standard Opinion Society
テルトニカ expands its business base in Europe and Asia
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テルトニカ is strengthening its business base in Europe and Asia by expanding its development and production operations in Vilnius and Kaunas, Lithuania, and launching a new factory in Vietnam.
Facts
In September 2025, as the first phase of the park
will exceed €320 million
The 4 factories have a combined area of approximately 82,000 m²
creating 1,370 jobs
The first phase is scheduled for June 2026
In May 2026
Plans call for accommodating up to 1,000 research and development personnel
The total area is 20,600 m²
Scheduled to open in early 2027
will construct a 15,500 m² building
with an investment of approximately €34 million
is expected to create approximately 500 jobs
The production floor area is approximately 6,500 m²
There will be 60 employees when it opens
Plans call for increasing the workforce to 110 by the end of 2026
up from 22.0% in fiscal 2024
rose to 27.2% in fiscal 2025
More than 50 million IoT devices provided to date
Used by 10,000 partner companies
87% of customers and partners say they are satisfied with their collaboration with the company
Introducing ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technologies that support food hygiene and safety at “Food Safety Japan 2026”
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岩崎電気 will exhibit at “Food Safety Japan 2026,” to be held in November 2026, showcasing ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technologies that support food hygiene and safety.
KRAFTON announces live-action Netflix series adaptation of PUBG!
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株式会社KRAFTON announced that a live-action series adaptation of the bestselling game PUBG is in development at Netflix. Donald Glover and others will serve as directors, writers, and executive producers.
Facts
Originalエミー賞およびゴールデングローブ賞をそれぞれ2度受賞した
holds seven Guinness World Records
a network comprising 19 creative studios
Companies mentioned：KRAFTON、Netflix、NEON TV、Gilga、LV3H、KRAFTON, Inc.
Approximately 30 parents and children from Toyama Prefecture take part in hands-on food education event to “touch, draw, and taste” ayu
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庄川伏流のミライ, with support from 株式会社三菱UFJ銀行, held “庄川生き物探求,” a hands-on food education event for approximately 30 parents and children, on October 25, 2026, at the restaurant 旬の味づくり 魚安 in Tonami, Toyama Prefecture (operated by 株式会社AYU BLUE).
Facts
Approximately 30 parents and children from Toyama Prefecture took part
Desk worker service “神リセット整体カチッと” to launch on October 30, 2026
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Rplus株式会社 will launch its new bodywork service for desk workers, “神リセット整体カチッと,” on October 30, 2026. The service addresses neck and shoulder stiffness and postural misalignment with focused, short sessions.
Facts
Even in the low-risk group, the annual cost is ¥564,000 per person
In the high-risk group, the annual cost is ¥1,594,000 per person
of approximately 200 respondents
About 60% suffer from stiff necks and shoulders
The standard treatment time is set at 40 minutes
Customized from 4 treatment methods
An 80-minute trial course, including consultation
Offered for 4,400 yen to first-time customers only
See the fish and place bids without coming to the site. Demonstration of the ZIFISH electronic bidding system begins
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株式会社ZIFISH began a demonstration of the “ZIFISH electronic bidding system,” which uses smartphones and other devices, at the Takayama Branch of the Kagoshima Prefectural Fisheries Cooperative Association on October 19, 2026. About 10 fish brokers are participating in the initiative, which allows them to check the quality and quantity of fish and place bids without going to the site.
Facts
Oct. 19, 2026
About 10 fish brokers
Companies mentioned：株式会社ZIFISH、ZIFISH Inc.、鹿児島県漁業協同組合 高山支所、水産庁、NEDO、総務省、農水省、日経ブルーオーシャン大賞、NIKKEI THE PITCH SMBCベンチャーキャピタル賞
てまひま不動産 renovates its store to offer an immersive experience of “a life that makes you want to take a deep breath,” showcasing the appeal of everyday living through VR
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てまひま不動産, operated by 株式会社リブラン, reopened its store after renovations on October 24, 2026, offering a space where visitors can experience “a life that makes you want to take a deep breath.” It has also created VR content for customers who have difficulty visiting, allowing them to view the interiors from 7 perspectives.
[CSR Activities] E-Furan Children's Cafeteria to open in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, in November 2026! Free meal boxes for 150 people distributed every Saturday and Sunday!
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株式会社いーふらん will hold the “E-Furan Children's Cafeteria” in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, in November 2026, distributing up to 150 meal boxes in total for free every Saturday and Sunday. It also continues its support activities on Cebu Island in the Philippines.
[First in Gunma] Raise silkworms at home and reel the thread yourself. “Silk Akari, Grown from Silkworms” goes on sale
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Tripia株式会社 will begin accepting orders for the “Silk Akari, Grown from Silkworms” experience kit on October 30, 2026, as the first installment of “Cultural TOMIOKA,” a silk culture experience program in Tomioka, Gunma Prefecture.
A soft-serve treat from an Earl Grey specialty shop that is hugely popular at events nationwide, along with “butter mochi,” a talked-about new-style dessert that is crisp on the outside and chewy inside, will be available for a limited time at “Japan National Gourmet Expo at Sundome Fukui” in Fukui Prefecture!
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The Earl Grey specialty shop “&EARL GREY,” operated by 株式会社キャセリンハウス, will offer tea soft-serve ice cream and “butter mochi,” a new-style dessert, for a limited time at “Japan National Gourmet Expo at Sundome Fukui 2026” in Fukui Prefecture from October 30 to November 4, 2026.
Facts
About 50 times the tea leaves
Price: 650 yen, including tax
A costly ingredient, at more than about 7 times the price
[Webinar on November 19] From “visualizing” map data to “business analysis”: A deep dive into Google Maps Platform data utilization from an engineer’s perspective
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An announcement for a webinar to be held by 株式会社ゴーガ on November 19. It will explain methods for business analysis using map data, drawing on Places Insights and Street View Insights from Google Maps Platform, from an engineer’s perspective.
First event in Tochigi and Utsunomiya aims to reduce food loss and clothing waste. “GOOD CYCLE FES” connects thousands of surplus food items with about 20,000 secondhand clothing items on December 12 and 13
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An overview of “GOOD CYCLE FES UTSUNOMIYA 2026,” to be held for the first time by 株式会社ANEW at Marronnier Plaza in 宇都宮市, Tochigi Prefecture, on December 12 and 13, 2026. With a focus on reducing food loss and clothing waste, the free-admission, hands-on festival will distribute and sell thousands of surplus food items and about 20,000 secondhand clothing items, and donate a portion of the proceeds to フードバンクうつのみや. More than 85 organizations will participate, and AI will be used in event operations.
Results of a market survey on “cryptocurrency lending services” [“No.1” verification survey]
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A market survey on “cryptocurrency lending services” conducted by 株式会社未来トレンド研究機構 found that 株式会社J-CAM’s “BitLending” ranked “No.1” in both brand awareness and willingness to use the service.
At the source, Yawataya Isogoro’s book cover takes 1st place in the Chubu block! Advances to the grand prix competition of the “2026 National Regional Souvenir Book Cover Contest”
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株式会社八幡屋礒五郎’s book cover placed 1st in the Chubu block qualifying round of the “2026 National Regional Souvenir Book Cover Contest” and advanced to the grand prix competition.
Facts
Advanced from the Chubu block qualifying round in 1st place
37 types of book covers distributed at bookstores nationwide
In 2026, they will be distributed at 498 bookstores nationwide
The grand prix competition begins on Friday, October 30, 2026
[October 30, Food Loss Reduction Day] xNEXT delivers a cumulative total of about 460,000 food and drink items at risk of going to waste to workers’ tables
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株式会社xNEXT has announced that it delivered a cumulative total of about 460,000 food and drink items (equivalent to about 151 tons) through its employee benefits service “Shawari NEXT” between January 2025 and the end of September 2026, in connection with October 30, Food Loss Reduction Day.
Facts
About 460,000 items in total
Equivalent to about 151 tons by weight
About 138 tons of that was beverages
A total of 4.61 million tons is generated annually
Original国民1人あたりでは年間約37kg
Food loss from households amounts to 2.24 million tons
Food loss from business activities amounts to 2.37 million tons
Target to reduce business-related food loss to 2.19 million tons
An additional 180,000 tons must be reduced
Original製造・卸売・小売の段階から出る分は167万トン
377 food retailers have relaxed delivery deadlines
Prices for food excluding fresh products rose 2.7% year on year
Japanese debut for inner-care brand 「m2」, exhibiting at Korean festival at Tokyo Tower
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Shiny Brands Japan株式会社 will exhibit its inner-care brand 「m2」 at 「KOREAN Culture Fes. in TOKYO TOWER 2026」, held at Tokyo Tower from October 31 to November 3, and offer samples of 「Premium Collagen Drink 3000mg＋PDRN」.
Facts
From Saturday, October 31, 2026, to Tuesday, November 3 (national holiday)
Premium Collagen Drink 3000mg＋PDRN
Super Collagen Drink 6000mg
Premium Collagen Jelly 2000mg＋PDRN
Companies mentioned：Shiny Brands Japan株式会社、m2、KOREAN Culture Fes. in TOKYO TOWER実行委員会
Korean brand 「Rest & Recreation」, popular with K-POP idols, to hold a POP UP STORE at パルク表参道 in Harajuku
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Korean-born unisex fashion brand 「Rest & Recreation」 will hold a limited-time POP UP STORE at パルク表参道 in Harajuku, Tokyo, from November 6 to 15, 2026, featuring its 26AW collection.
Rurbanism Tokyo Store begins carrying works by contemporary ceramic artists うーたんうしろ and 𠮷田太郎
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Rurbanism Tokyo Store has begun carrying works by contemporary ceramic artists うーたんうしろ and 𠮷田太郎. The store, which opened in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Tokyo, in September 2026, showcases a diverse range of ceramic works by both artists.
Facts
September 2026
1994
2017
2018
2022
1-5
Companies mentioned：株式会社Rurbanism、Rurbanism Tokyo Store、Rurbanism、錦山窯、京都精華大学
Japanias to make data engineering company dotsline a wholly owned subsidiary
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ジャパニアス株式会社 has decided to acquire all shares in data engineering company dotsline and make it a wholly owned subsidiary. The companies will strengthen their integrated support system, covering everything from planning to operating data platforms, and promote the use of AI and talent development.
It's never too late to learn how to speak. From elementary school reading contests to read-aloud courses for people aged 60 and over, 「話し方教室MAP」, supervised by a former NHK announcer, has published a page introducing learning opportunities by age group
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「話し方教室MAP」, supervised by former NHK announcer 吉松欣史, has published a page introducing learning opportunities by age group for people ranging from elementary school students to those aged 60 and over. As of September 2026, it lists 1,125 learning opportunities across Japan on a map, and this time introduces 40 examples by age group, including reading contests, university courses, workplace training, and read-aloud courses.
Grave closures (reburials) continue to rise, reaching 176,000 cases annually and increasing 1.7 times in 7 years. But procedures vary from cemetery to cemetery. A grave-closure map has been released to help answer “Where do I start?” by showing the location of the grave
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As the number of grave closures (reburials) has increased 1.7 times in 7 years, many cases stall because of complex procedures and rules that vary by cemetery. 合同会社生活ドクター has released 「墓じまいマップ」, which lets users look up grave-closure procedures and required documents based on the grave's location.
Facts
176,140 cases in fiscal 2024
Original1日に約480件
104,493 cases in fiscal 2017
The number increased by approximately 32,000 in just 1 year, from fiscal 2021 to fiscal 2022
“The grave is far away” accounts for 52.0%
“There is no one to inherit it” accounts for 44.1%
The number of deaths will peak at 1.665 million in 2040
By 2050, single-person households will account for 44.3% of all households
Asked to pay approximately 3 million yen in temple-severance fees
2,431 cemeteries and graveyards nationwide
Operators could be identified for 60 sites
That was just 2.5%
Average: 174,586 yen
The average was 339,950 yen
58.2% have “unclaimed graves”
78.9% in cities with populations of 300,000 or more
Arrears were reported in 55.1% of municipalities that charge maintenance fees
The total amounts to approximately 450 million yen
First book by VITAL DESIGN president Takashi Watanabe, 『部下のやる気は仕組み化できる』, to be released October 30
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The first book by Takashi Watanabe, president of 株式会社VITAL DESIGN, 『部下のやる気は仕組み化できる』, was released on October 30. To mark its publication, 「組織の健康診断」 and 「FANS診断」 are being offered.
Facts
Released on Friday, October 30
Offered at a price limited to 50 companies
Through the end of December 2026
13 years in total
Human resources data covering a cumulative total of approximately 30,000 people
株式会社G&N partners with 株式会社大塚商会 to launch subsidy utilization support for companies adopting IT
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株式会社G&N is partnering with 株式会社大塚商会 to launch support for companies adopting IT to make use of subsidies. The companies have established an integrated support system that combines national subsidies with those offered by local governments and provides assistance from defining requirements through to receiving the grants.
Facts
99.7% of companies in Japan
Original雇用の約7割
Announced by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in 2018
Gamera's 60th anniversary: all 13 films in one book! 『オール・ガメラ・スケッチ・ギャラリー』 to be released October 30
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S＆Tオフィス合同会社 will release the art book All Gamera Sketch Gallery, featuring sketches from all 13 films, on Oct. 30, 2026, to mark the 60th anniversary of Gamera. Written by Hiroshi Kanaya; A4 size, 104 pages; list price: 4,500 yen.
Facts
Gamera's 60th anniversary
All 13 works
Oct. 30, 2026
104 pages
List price: 4,500 yen
Tax-included price: ¥4,950
Companies mentioned：S＆Tオフィス合同会社、復刊ドットコム、説話社、Kaiju United
Survey results on the shift to paper packaging released
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Nippon Paper Industries conducted a survey on the shift to paper packaging at TOKYO PACK 2026. The results showed strong expectations for environmental considerations and a natural texture.
Make in-person exchanges at live shows and pop-ups a safe experience for each event
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The fan app Trepo Portal now supports a new feature that facilitates in-person exchanges at individual events, including live shows and pop-ups. By linking exchange posts with a map of fan landmarks and enabling users to arrange meetups and rate transactions within the app, it provides a safe experience.
【Shopify Address Check】Checkout Address Validator adds billing address checks, with a privacy-conscious design that does not store buyers' personal information
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株式会社Flatto has added a billing address check feature (beta) to its Shopify app Checkout Address Validator and made other updates, including a design that does not store buyers' personal information and a reduction in postal code validation rules.
“Meat you can't find at the supermarket” ranks No. 1 in review count! Analyzing the secrets behind explosive e-commerce sales
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株式会社佐藤食肉 announced the results of its analysis of 1,357 product reviews on its Rakuten Ichiba store, following rapid growth in sales from its direct-to-consumer e-commerce division to 208% of the previous year's level. Chicken thigh meat from mature hens topped the review count, and first-time buyers accounted for half of purchasers, revealing strong demand for niche cuts that are difficult to find at supermarkets. Reviews mentioning use as pet food have also increased. The company highlighted new offerings such as the rare cut “杖のカルビ,” made possible by its whole-animal purchasing system.
Facts
1,357 product reviews
Original直近1年の口コミは928件
That was approximately 7 times the number in the same period a year earlier
Of reviews that stated the reason for purchase, 52% said it was their first time buying the product
1,357 reviews on the Rakuten Ichiba store
There were 101 reviews conveying sentiments such as “You don't see this at supermarkets” and “I was looking for this”
That was more than 6 times the 18 reviews in the same month a year earlier
Of the 149 reviews for mature-hen meat
70 mentioned its “texture,” including its chewy bite
24 mentioned that it was “not available nearby” or that they had “been looking for it”
120 reviews were posted for the 5 products with the highest satisfaction ratings
The share of 5-star ratings was 91%
far above the 79% average for all products
About 40% (47) of the reviews for the top 5 products mentioned repeat purchases
Of 22 reviews for pork tongue cartilage
14 described it as an “addictive” cut that customers keep buying once they have tried it
For young-chicken tulip drumettes, of 25 reviews
12 mentioned that they “don't see them at supermarkets” or had “been looking for them”
10 mentioned family or children
Reviews mentioning use as pet food covered 11 products
and totaled 32
Original直近1年は19件と
approximately 4 times the 5 reviews in the same period a year earlier
The most common was chicken comb; of its 17 reviews
15 were for dogs
There were 15 reviews that mentioned homemade preparation
Where do investment decisions stall? — Survey of more than 1,000 individual investors
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株式会社LENZ announced that, with permission, it will offer free access to “Ishare Investor Survey 2026 Q2,” a research report based on a survey of 1,094 individual investors conducted by its business partner 株式会社Ｉｓｈａｒｅ. The survey found that respondents with deeper analytical expertise were more likely to have passed on an investment, and that the main reason decisions stalled was the lack of a “reason to buy now.”
Facts
1,094 valid responses
It was 43.5% (476 people).
It was 25.0%.
Companies with a market capitalization below 100 billion yen accounted for 53.8%.
【Nishiazabu 蓮】Chef visits Ishinomaki Fishing Port in Miyagi Prefecture. “Autumn Special Course,” elevating Sanriku’s abundant seafood and premium ingredients with French and Chinese techniques, available for a limited time in November
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Nishiazabu 蓮, operated by NA Group株式会社, will begin offering its “Miyagi Special Course” for a limited time starting November 1, 2026. The course features seasonal ingredients from Sanriku, carefully selected by the chef during a visit to Ishinomaki Fishing Port in Miyagi Prefecture.
【湯本電機】17 representatives of a Thai manufacturing industry organization tour its head office factory ～Promoting mutual understanding for business exchanges～
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湯本電機株式会社 welcomed 17 representatives of Thailand’s manufacturing industry organization, “Thai Subcontracting Promotion Association,” to its Osaka head office and factory on October 6, 2026. The visit included a tour of manufacturing equipment and an explanation of its supplier collaboration system, fostering business exchanges.
Facts
Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
More than 520 Thai small and medium-sized manufacturing companies, among others
Supports more than 286 types of materials
Approximately 50 suppliers in Japan and overseas
3 locations: Osaka head office, Tokyo Office, and Vietnam factory
Foreign employees from 8 countries make up approximately 24% of the workforce.
Foreign employees from 8 countries
Companies mentioned：湯本電機株式会社、Thai Subcontracting Promotion Association、株式会社池田泉州銀行、タイ王国大阪総領事館、タイ投資委員会（BOI）大阪、YUMO PARTS、YUMO PORT
Yamamoto Noh Theater stages a tour in 5 Italian cities. New Noh work “Leonardo da Vinci” receives enthusiastic applause at its premiere.
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Yamamoto Noh Theater staged a tour in 5 cities in northern Italy from September 23 to 30, featuring its new Noh work “Leonardo da Vinci” to mark the 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy. The performances were well received.
Facts
5 cities in northern Italy
Starting September 23
Until Sept. 30
160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy
A total of 6 performances
Tuesday, Nov. 3 (national holiday)
Commemorating the 45th anniversary of the sister-city relationship between Osaka and Milan
Recommendations with reasons you can trust. A new product details page.
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株式会社薬王堂 revamped the fifth installment of the “skin analysis” feature in its official app on October 30, 2026, adding a “product details page” where users can check why products are recommended and view detailed information.