“e-reverse.com” expands its features ahead of legal amendments concerning electronic manifests
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株式会社リバスタ will expand the features of its electronic manifest service “e-reverse.com” in phases starting in October 2026, in response to amendments to the Waste Management Law taking effect in April 2027.
A one-stop assessment of whether municipal websites in the AI era have information, make it findable and make it understandable—visualizing gaps, difficulty finding information and difficulty understanding it with “Universal Menu®” × AI
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株式会社アスコエパートナーズ has launched the “Municipal Website Content UM Assessment AI Agent,” which combines its administrative service information framework “Universal Menu® (UM)” with AI to assess gaps in administrative service information on municipal websites, as well as how difficult it is to find and understand.
Ride-hailing app DiDi launches a collaboration campaign with ドン・キホーテ on November 1!
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DiDi Mobility Japan will launch a collaboration campaign with ドン・キホーテ on November 1, 2026. Alongside an initiative waiving tax-refund handling fees, it will offer a 10% OFF coupon for DiDi users and deploy 20 wrapped taxis across 4 areas.
NTTテクノクロス launches an “AI Voice Interpretation” option for its on-premises IP-PBX “Crossway®”
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NTTテクノクロス has launched an “AI Voice Interpretation” option for its on-premises IP-PBX “Crossway.” The real-time service processes everything on-site without sending voice data to an external cloud. It supports Japanese, Vietnamese and English, and is intended to support multilingual communication in environments with strict security requirements, such as manufacturing sites.
Facts
The number of foreign workers has exceeded 600,000
How should companies confront the frequent unauthorized access incidents? Special report published: “Key Principles of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to Prevent Business Disruptions Caused by Cyber Incidents”
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株式会社GRCS has published a special report on enterprise-wide risk management (ERM) to prevent business disruptions caused by cyberattacks and system failures.
Supporting the transition to a secure remote access environment: “moconavi RDS Sovereign Cloud Switching Campaign” launches
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株式会社レコモット launched its “moconavi RDS Sovereign Cloud Switching Campaign” on October 26, 2026, for customers using other companies’ remote desktop, VPN or VDI services. The campaign offers 3 months of free license fees and 1 year of free basic cloud fees (annual fee: 180,000 yen), supporting a transition that balances security and convenience.
Facts
License fees free for 3 months
180,000 yen per year
Offered free for 1 year
Launched on October 26, 2026
June 30, 2028 (Friday)
Minimum contract ID count: 10 IDs or more
Used by approximately 1,700 companies and more than 340,000 IDs※2
New “Chaillot” and “Rivoli” watches arrive from アニエスベー
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アニエスベー began offering its first in-line watch collection in 2026. The jewelry-inspired “Chaillot” and minimalist “Rivoli” will be released in October and November, respectively, with pop-up shops also planned in Tokyo, Yokohama and Chiba.
株式会社リコー will exhibit at the “日管協フォーラム2026,” held on November 10, 2026, and showcase a real estate package for property management companies, including the RICOH THETA X 360-degree camera.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Original1物件あたり約13分40秒の作業時間を短縮
Group consolidated net sales of 2,608.3 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2026
A drop born from 168 years of tradition: “Pure Gold Sesame Oil,” made with 100% golden sesame seeds from Shodoshima
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かどや will sell “Pure Gold Sesame Oil,” made with 100% golden sesame seeds grown on Shodoshima, the company’s birthplace, through its online shop by lottery starting November 2, 2026.
Facts
168 years since its founding
100% golden sesame oil
From Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
A total of 100 bottles will be sold
Since its founding in 1858
From 2024
2026, its third year
100% golden sesame oil
Sale price: ¥10,000
Net weight: 135 g
Best-before date (unopened): September 17, 2027
Sesame oil sales grew to 8.75 billion yen in 2025
Annual sales: 40,030 million yen
Companies mentioned：かどや製油株式会社、かどや、Kadoya America Inc.
“Smile with fruit.” Eat Dole fruit and set off on a journey‼ “Win a Trip to See the World’s Sights You’ve Never Seen” Campaign Launches!
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株式会社ドール will hold the “Win a Trip to See the World’s Sights You’ve Never Seen” campaign from Nov. 1, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027, and award prizes to a total of 3,110 people selected by lottery from among purchasers of eligible products.
Facts
Prizes will be awarded to a total of 3,110 people
From Nov. 1, 2026 (Sun.) to Feb. 28, 2027 (Sun.)
Prize A: Purchases of at least 1,500 yen (tax included)
Prize B: Purchases of at least 500 yen (tax included)
Prize C: Purchases of at least 150 yen (tax included)
The公益財団法人全日本柔道連盟 has released the draws for the “2026年度講道館杯全日本柔道体重別選手権大会,” to be held at ちばぎんアリーナ on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. The tournament also serves as a selection event for Japan’s team for Grand Slam Tokyo 2026.
Webinar on using the OBDⅡ-type digital tachograph “Will-Fleet” to be held on Nov. 12
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株式会社Will Smart will hold an online webinar on Nov. 12, 2026, introducing transport management DX using the OBDⅡ-type digital tachograph “Will-Fleet.” The company plans to begin offering 3 functions, including daily report preparation and statutory record storage, at no additional cost from the same day.
[Event Report] KANADEMONO holds “Tsuku-katsu” workshop for parents and children to think together about places for learning
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ルームクリップ株式会社 operates the furniture brand “KANADEMONO” and held the “Tsuku-katsu” workshop for parents and children at its showroom in Yoyogi, Tokyo, on Sept. 12, 2026. The event invited architect Tomomi Kaneko, a first-class registered architect, and offered an opportunity to consider children’s learning environments through a survey and hands-on activities addressing topics such as studying in the living room and storage concerns.
Facts
Approximately 220,000 total followers
September 12, 2026 (Saturday)
A total of 7 groups, including children aged 3 to 10
“Studying in the living room” was the most common response at 57%
71% were concerned about “where to store and place school backpacks and supplies”
[Held Nov. 27 (Fri.) · Free admission] Service Design Global Conference 2026 report event to be held in Kyoto
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株式会社インフォバーン will hold a report event in Kyoto on Nov. 27, 2026, on the Service Design Global Conference (SDGC), held in Germany in October 2026. Admission is free.
A hot pot featuring premium ingredients takes center stage! A lavish party menu showcasing tiger pufferfish, snow crab, and Japanese black beef. Reservations now open for the “Premium Year-End Party Course,” including 2 hours of all-you-can-drink.
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チムニー株式会社 will begin offering its Premium Year-End Party Course featuring tiger pufferfish, snow crab, and Japanese black beef at 245 group locations nationwide from Nov. 12, 2026.
Facts
245 group locations nationwide
Premium Year-End Party Course: 6,500 yen
Premium Year-End Party Course: 5,500 yen
Premium Year-End Party Course: 4,500 yen
Includes 2 hours of all-you-can-drink beverages
Extend the relaxed all-you-can-drink option from 2 hours to 3 hours
Campaign offers up to 1,200 yen worth of au PAY balance when using the “au PAY prepaid card” for contactless payments with Google Pay™
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au Financial Services will run a campaign from Oct. 30 to Nov. 29, 2026, offering customers who use the “au PAY prepaid card” for contactless payments with Google Pay up to 1,200 yen worth of au PAY balance.
Facts
Up to 1,200 yen worth
Oct. 30, 2026
Nov. 29
Equivalent to 200 yen
Worth 600 yen
2,000 yen or more
Card issuance fee: 600 yen
Companies mentioned：auフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、KDDIグループ、Google LLC、Mastercard International Incorporated
emole and 電通デジタル jointly develop and launch a TikTok short-drama advertising solution
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emole株式会社 has begun developing and offering a short-drama advertising solution for TikTok in collaboration with 電通デジタル. The solution combines insights from the short-drama app “BUMP,” operated by emole, with 電通デジタル’s media delivery planning capabilities. The collaboration is part of a partnership launched following an investment by 電通ベンチャーズ in 2025.
Facts
A market worth approximately 8.7 trillion yen worldwide
Forecast to grow to approximately 150 billion yen in Japan by 2026
86% of Gen Z respondents said they had a positive impression
79% said they had become interested in a product, service, or brand through a short-drama ad
The short-drama app “BUMP” has surpassed 5 million cumulative downloads
The short-drama content posted on “BUMP”’s official social media accounts has surpassed 7 billion cumulative views
“CDC Co-Creation Council” launched as a new driving force for Nikken Sekkei’s “Circular Design Collective”; Loftwork to serve as administrative office
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The “CDC Co-Creation Council” has been launched as a new driving force for “Circular Design Collective (CDC),” the circular design platform promoted by Nikken Sekkei, and 株式会社ロフトワーク has been appointed to serve as its administrative office. In fiscal 2026, the council will establish a partner program for individuals and companies to accelerate the implementation of circular architecture.
Facts
Volunteers from 7 companies besides Nikken Sekkei also participated
Details of the 11th anniversary campaign for the bishoujo soccer simulation game Venus Eleven Vivid!
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Details of the 11th anniversary campaign for Venus Eleven Vivid!, a game distributed by 株式会社アメージング. Announcements include a scout featuring the new “Decennium Uniform,” a revamped Gold Gacha, login bonuses, and a collaboration cafe with クラムカフェ.
Enito Group teams up with Hiroshima Prefectural Police to raise awareness and prevent investment and romance scams on social media
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株式会社エニトグループ has teamed up with the Hiroshima Prefectural Police to conduct awareness activities aimed at preventing investment and romance scams on social media. In addition to warnings within its app, the company is airing short educational dramas on street-screen displays and other venues across the prefecture.
Facts
267 cases reported
Original被害金額は約22億3,997万円
Original前年同期比 約3億7,765万円減
This is the 11th case
More than 25 million members in total
More than 300 million matches in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社エニトグループ、株式会社with、株式会社Omiai、Bain Capital Private Equity, LP、Tybourne Capital Management
[Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba] Grand menu revamped on Sunday, November 1! Alongside classic favorites, enjoy the fun of choosing and new flavors
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ENRAVE株式会社, a subsidiary of S.H.N株式会社, will revamp the grand menu at Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba starting November 1, 2026, offering 115 items in total, including 33 new dishes.
Turn calories cut into points! The “Lakanto Body-Friendly Points Savings Campaign” starts November 1, with prizes for about 1,200 people
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サラヤ株式会社 will launch the “Lakanto Body-Friendly Points Savings Campaign” on November 1, 2026. Participants can upload receipts for eligible Lakanto products to convert calories cut into points and enter to win prizes. About 1,200 people in total will receive prizes.
Campaign marks the launch of “Hakira Ranch Morning Yogurt Flavor” and “Hakira Ranch Morning Strawberry Yogurt Flavor”
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Yukijirushi BeanStalk launched 2 new Hakira products made in collaboration with Ranch Morning on October 1, and is running a campaign from October through December on the Mamecomi website, offering original goods and new products by lottery.
Facts
On Thursday, October 1
For a total of 50 winners
150 winners in total
Net weight: 45g
45g (60 pieces)
Suggested retail price: 465 yen
Net weight: 13.5g
13.5g (18 pieces)
Suggested retail price: 315 yen
Companies mentioned：雪印ビーンスターク株式会社、雪印メグミルクグループ、雪印メグミルク株式会社、Meta Platforms, Inc.
KDDI MUSEUM to hold “KDDI Antarctic Academy 2026” on November 21
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On November 21, 2026, KDDI will hold “KDDI Antarctic Academy 2026” at KDDI MUSEUM, featuring a communications lecture by an employee with experience on an Antarctic research expedition and an architecture workshop held with the cooperation of Misawa Home.
First showroom in Australia to open on Friday, October 30, 2026
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株式会社ミラタップ has signed a sales agency agreement with Australian architectural firm Chen Hung Pty Ltd and will open its first showroom in Brisbane on October 30, 2026.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
The population is growing by approximately 390,000 people annually
A limited-edition Photomatic frame created in collaboration with the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Christmas Market, a winter tradition in Yokohama, is here!
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株式会社フォトクリエイト's self-photo brand Photomatic will offer limited-edition frames in collaboration with the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Christmas Market starting November 10, 2026.
Yomitoru diagnostic cloud service launches free web assessment that scores cloud-tool security in 10 questions and approximately 1 minute
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株式会社ピクルス has launched a free web assessment, “Cloud Tool Risk Check,” that scores cloud-tool security risks in 10 questions and approximately 1 minute. In response to the rise in personal information leaks, it is designed to help users check tool security even if they do not have an IT department.
Uravation publishes its article creation process and review policy (editorial policy and use of AI). It has detailed a process in which AI employees prepare drafts and illustrations, followed by machine checks and human review before publication
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株式会社Uravation has published its article production structure and review policy for its media outlet. It uses AI employees to generate drafts and illustrations, and details a process involving automated machine checks and human review before publication.
Facts
6 steps to article publication
Publish, then leave the text untouched for 14 days
Machine learning engineer rates on the rise! September 2026 IT Project Market Trends Report released
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株式会社アイデンティティー surveyed the IT project market in September 2026 based on data from テクフリ, a job and project listing site for freelance IT engineers. Machine learning engineers ranked 1st for rates, while the number of new projects rose 125% month over month.
X Mile launches business partnership with 損保ジャパン to address the logistics industry's “2024 problem”
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X Mile株式会社 has launched a business partnership with 損害保険ジャパン株式会社 to address the logistics industry's “2024 problem” and reduce traffic accidents. X Mile will provide logistics operators with the software “Logipoke” through 損保ジャパン's agency network, supporting digital transformation in labor management and safer operations.
Rates for upstream roles on the rise! September 2026 IT Talent Market Trends Report released
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株式会社アイデンティティー has released its September 2026 IT talent market trends report based on data from テクフリ, a job and project listing site for freelance IT engineers. The number of new talent increased, with Web producers and SAP consultants among the highest-ranking roles by rates.
Changing the idea that “wireless is unsettling for gaming” with a dedicated cradle. Enjoy freedom without cables. Crowdfunding for the VR3000 PRO for Gaming wireless gaming earphones launches on GREEN FUNDING.
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株式会社final has launched a crowdfunding campaign on GREEN FUNDING for its VR3000 PRO for Gaming wireless gaming earphones. The product achieves low latency by shortening the wireless segment with a dedicated cradle and USB transceiver, and will go on sale starting October 30, 2026.
Facts
Surpassed 300,000 units shipped cumulatively※
Super early-bird reward with 25% off, available for 24 hours from launch
The next discount will be 20% off
A difference of approximately 1,000 yen
Low-latency 30ms wireless
Continuous playback time: up to 10 hours
Approximately 30 hours including the charging case
The planned retail price is 19,800 yen (tax included)
ロレッタ unveils new brand film, “A sparkling story for your hair.” Embracing the brand's values since 2009 as it enters a new “second chapter”
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株式会社b-ex announced that it will release a new brand film for its hair cosmetics brand Loretta on October 30, 2026, marking the brand's transition to a new “second chapter.”
Facts
From Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Since its launch in 2009
A chance to win for 30 people selected by lottery*
【SHANLING】Two new colors of the compact, lightweight portable CD player “EC Play” go on sale Friday, October 30, 2026.
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株式会社MUSIN will release 2 new colors of SHANLING's portable CD player “EC Play” (Retro Blue and Mist Purple) on October 30, 2026. The price is 34,650 yen (tax included).
【iBasso Audio】A new model joins the AMP card lineup for the “DX340” audio player. The “AMP19,” featuring a Nutube 6P1 vacuum tube, goes on sale Friday, November 6, 2026.
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株式会社MUSIN will release the “AMP19,” an AMP card designed for iBasso Audio's flagship “DX340” audio player, on November 6, 2026. It features a Nutube 6P1 vacuum tube and offers a choice of 2 sound profiles: Tube mode and Super Class A mode. The price is 48,048 yen (tax included).
[Taking place Nov. 18 and 19] Corporate messaging service KDDI Message Cast to exhibit as a booth sponsor at Salesforce World Tour Tokyo
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KDDI Message Cast, a corporate messaging service jointly operated by Supership and KDDI, will exhibit as a booth sponsor at Salesforce World Tour Tokyo, hosted by 株式会社セールスフォース・ジャパン, on Nov. 18 and 19, 2026.
The “Miyazaki Autumn Festival” event, where visitors can experience Miyazaki through gourmet food, mythology and activities, will be held at Nihonbashi Coredo Muromachi on Saturday, Nov. 14!
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宮崎県 will hold the “Miyazaki Autumn Festival” at Nihonbashi Coredo Muromachi on Nov. 14, 2026, showcasing Miyazaki’s attractions through mythology, gourmet food and activities.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Japan’s No. 1 in authentic shochu shipments for 12 consecutive years
Approximately 200 kagura performances
Original5年に1度
When you strike it 7 times
Will mark 10 years since its registration next year
NEW PORT, provided by Sky Farm, will be introduced at some locations inside キッザニア東京, with table ordering operations starting Nov. 1
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NEW PORT, a mobile ordering system operated by スカイファーム株式会社, will be introduced at some food and drink locations inside キッザニア東京, with table ordering operations starting Nov. 1, 2026.
New commercial for the “Uchi no Gohan Hanamaru Recipe” series! Solving the dilemmas of making homemade hamburg steaks! New commercial “Reasons I Don’t Want to Make It,” starring Ai Mikami, begins airing Oct. 30!
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キッコーマン食品株式会社 will begin airing the new commercial “Reasons I Don’t Want to Make It” on Oct. 30, featuring Ai Mikami as its commercial character. The commercial highlights the convenience of “Uchi no Gohan Hanamaru Recipe No-Knead Hamburg Steak”; the series consists of prepared-dish mixes that can be cooked with little effort, using few ingredients and steps.
Facts
“Reasons I Don’t Want to Make It” 15-second version
Kärcher announces “Master Certification Program” to help retain hotel cleaning staff / Seminar to be held at Tokyo Big Sight
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Kärcher Japan has announced the “Kärcher Master Certification Program” to develop and retain hotel cleaning staff, and will provide details at a seminar taking place at Tokyo Big Sight on Nov. 18.
Leaders at the forefront of financial DX, including 肥後銀行, to speak! “Financial IT EXPO 2026” to discuss IT strategy and system renewal in the era of autonomous AI, taking place Dec. 8 | Registration opens today
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株式会社セミナーインフォ and 株式会社グッドウェイ will hold “Financial IT EXPO 2026” at Akasaka Intercity Conference on Dec. 8, 2026, where financial DX leaders including 肥後銀行 will discuss IT strategy in the era of autonomous AI.
Trenders brings the appeal of J-Beauty to the world with AKANE MAGAZINE! A special display shelf expanding on the magazine’s editorial concept to be set up at @cosme OSAKA!
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トレンダーズ株式会社 will release the 2026 autumn issue of AKANE MAGAZINE, a magazine specializing in J-Beauty, on Oct. 30, and set up a special display shelf at @cosme OSAKA. It is also expanding sales in Southeast and East Asia.
Discover your company’s risks before attackers do — MOTEX launches a free trial campaign for its “Cyber Risk Health Check”
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エムオーテックス is running a free trial campaign for its “Cyber Risk Health Check,” which visualizes the cyber risks of externally exposed assets, with the aim of supporting measures such as compliance with 経済産業省’s SCS assessment system.
Facts
We will contact you within 3 business days
Provided in approximately 2 weeks after the domains to be assessed are finalized
Where are the general trading companies headed? Using strategic frameworks to understand shifts in competitive advantage — The industry’s future and the talent it needs
[Registration now open] Speakers from Cainz, Oisix and matsuri technologies! “What steps did development organizations choose for customers’ lives?” Hybrid event on Friday, Nov. 13
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ファインディ株式会社 will hold a hybrid event titled “What steps did development organizations choose for customers’ lives?” on Nov. 13, 2026, where 3 companies—Cainz, Oisix and matsuri technologies—will share practical examples from their development organizations.
Facts
42% said development speed in response to business demands was “below the pace required by the business” or “far below the pace required”
34% said business and product results were “somewhat below target” or “far below target”
Just 4% said they were able to codify and share knowledge gained through development across their entire company
“Talent development and skills development” was the most commonly cited challenge facing respondents’ development organizations (36.9%)
Wear Dangeki for winter sports spectating, camping and touring. An astonishing 40.2% heat-retention rate! The high-retention Thermo One base layer is now more affordable, while retaining its high warmth and soft, plush feel.
“Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Witch of Circe” silver accessory collection! JAM HOME MADE × STRICT-G begins accepting pre-orders on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026.
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JAM HOME MADE Inc. will begin accepting pre-orders on Oct. 30, 2026, for a silver accessory collection created in collaboration with the theatrical anime “Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Witch of Circe.”
Facts
From Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Brass: 13,200 yen (tax included)
Sterling silver 925: 35,200 yen (tax included)
Brass: 17,600 yen (tax included) / Sterling silver 925: 44,000 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 JAM HOME MADE、STRICT-G、株式会社バンダイ、サンライズ
[Sanrio Characters] New release from the Skater official online shop: “Two-Pocket Insulated Canvas Lunch Bags” featuring popular characters such as Hello Kitty, available in 5 designs!
11 students who took part in short-term study in China to present the “real China”! Results presentation to be held on November 19 [島根県立大学]
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A presentation of results by 11 students who participated in a short-term study program in China during summer break, where they will present the “real China,” will be held on November 19, 2026, at the Hamada Campus of 島根県立大学.
For employees at regional offices and working from home: Online personal training provided one-on-one by trainers from a Harajuku gym now available as a corporate employee benefit
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フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has begun offering online personal training as a corporate employee benefit, with trainers from FRACTAL WORKOUT, a personal training gym in Harajuku, Tokyo, providing one-on-one sessions.
コスモエネルギーグループ and 群馬大学 begin demonstration of edge data centers using former service station sites
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Cosmo Energy Holdings and 群馬大学 will use a former service station site in Gunma Prefecture to launch a proof of concept (PoC) for an edge data center (edge DC), a demonstration of regionally distributed data infrastructure. This is the first such initiative by an energy company in Japan and will run from November 2026 to September 2027.
Facts
Demonstration period: November 2026–September 2027 (planned)
Edge DCs will be installed at 2 コスモエネルギーグループ sites in Gunma Prefecture
Makuake, a service for backing innovative products and experiences, announces 25 award-winning projects in the Makuake Award 2026. The GOLD Award and other prizes will be announced at the awards ceremony on Wednesday, December 2
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株式会社マクアケ has selected a total of 25 winning projects for the Makuake Award 2026, hosted by the crowdfunding platform Makuake. The GOLD Award and other prizes will be announced at the awards ceremony on December 2.
Facts
A total of 25 winning projects
Will be held on Wednesday, December 2
Approximately 4,600 projects
Up to 200 inches
360° rotation
1-minute storage
The wonder of 4K in a lightweight, slim design
Approximately 100 financial institutions nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社マクアケ、Makuake、Aladdin Poca、nuucasleep、墨月：改 -Sumitsuki-、Valerion、Elfin Flip 4K、LiberNovo Omni、Rokid、TCL、cado、CIO、new-usuha3、cotocul12、山本電気、intime、coody、il modo Air、wim、LISSOME、iMoochi、テイジン、福井県吉田酒造、圭すけ、八代目荻兵衛、天光の湯
Strengthening business development and project generation capabilities in growth markets
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日揮ホールディングス announced that JGC Global, its overseas EPC business company, established a Strategic Projects Division effective November 1 to strengthen its business development and project generation capabilities in growth markets.
株式会社エイトレッド has published a case study showing how 学校法人熊本学園 implemented the X-point Cloud workflow system, significantly shortening approval lead times and eliminating duplicate management through integration with Extic.
HI-TEC launches VITESSE, a trail shoe focused on lightweight performance
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VITESSE, a lightweight trail shoe from the British outdoor brand HI-TEC, will go on presale at MOONSTAR ONLINE STORE starting October 30, 2026, with pop-up events to be held at Moonstar directly operated stores.
Facts
￥16,500
Oct. 30, 2026
Nov. 2026
Companies mentioned：HI-TEC、株式会社ムーンスター、MOONSTAR ONLINE STORE、MOONSTAR JIYUGAOKA Maple St.、ALSO MOONSTAR
山下本気うどん launches a campaign exclusively for official app members! A show of appreciation for our valued official app members
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山下本気うどん, operated by 株式会社ガーデン, will run a campaign for official app members in November 2026, offering 3 times the usual number of stamps, menu items at special prices, and complimentary tempura.
LITALICOジュニア installs more than 700 Safie cloud cameras across all classrooms
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More than 700 cloud cameras from Safie, a cloud recording service operated by セーフィー株式会社, have been installed in all classrooms of LITALICOジュニア, operated by LITALICO. This has improved convenience through real-time viewing for parents and boosted staff efficiency while standardizing instructional quality.
From analysis and the development of a corporate philosophy framework to organizational structure, strategy and target-setting, the service provides end-to-end support. “Corporate Brand Development” fosters affinity with the company and strengthens cohesion internally and externally
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株式会社タナベコンサルティング has launched its Corporate Brand Development service, providing end-to-end support from analysis and the development of a corporate philosophy framework to organizational structure, strategy and target-setting.
ワンキャリア surpasses 8,000 companies in cumulative business relationships
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株式会社ワンキャリア announced that the cumulative number of companies it has done business with since its founding surpassed 8,000 as of the end of October 2026.
Facts
Cumulative business relationships with 8,000 companies (※1) surpassed
As of the end of October 2026
6,000 companies at the end of November 2025
Surpassed 7,000 companies at the end of April 2026
Limited-time “Pudding Cream Bun” goes on sale at Hattendo stores starting Sunday, November 1. Vanilla-scented custard × bittersweet caramel makes it just like pudding!
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株式会社八天堂 will begin selling its limited-time “Pudding Cream Bun” on November 1, 2026. This sweet bun features vanilla-scented custard and a bittersweet caramel filling.
TRUSTDOCK to speak at a special seminar hosted by TMI総合法律事務所: “Practical Aspects of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds: From the Basics to the Reiwa 8 Amendments”
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株式会社TRUSTDOCK announced that Executive Officer and Head of the Verification Business Division Jugo Tasaki will speak at a special seminar hosted by TMI総合法律事務所, “Practical Applications of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds: From the Basics to the Reiwa 8 Amendments.”
“New Rice Festival” begins Nov. 1 (Sun.)! Enjoy fluffy, glossy new rice at 大戸屋ごはん処 locations nationwide.
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株式会社大戸屋 will hold its “New Rice Festival” at 大戸屋ごはん処 locations nationwide from Nov. 1 through 30, 2026. All locations will serve new rice made with 100% domestically grown rice, and the official app will offer coupons for free upgrades to large portions.
[Seminar announcement] Reforming procurement cost management: An approach to supporting sustainable growth
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Announcement of a free seminar hosted by KPMGコンサルティング and Coupa on reforming procurement cost management amid supply chain uncertainty and using Coupa CSO.
A parent-child event that nurtures curiosity and self-expression in infants and toddlers: ドルトンスクール名古屋校 to hold “Dalton Plan Parent-Child Eurhythmics” on Nov. 16, 2026
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ドルトンスクール名古屋校, part of 河合塾グループ's ドルトンスクール, will hold “Dalton Plan Parent-Child Eurhythmics” on Nov. 16, 2026, for children aged 0–1 and their guardians.
弥生給与 Next launches year-end tax adjustment features for Reiwa 8
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弥生株式会社 will launch year-end tax adjustment features for Reiwa 8 in its cloud payroll service 弥生給与 Next on Oct. 30, 2026. In addition to addressing legal amendments, the update includes an AI-OCR feature (beta version) for reading insurance premium deduction certificates and a tax return preview feature, helping reduce administrative workloads.
Mobile ordering service “NEW PORT” introduced at select food outlets inside KidZania Tokyo
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KCJ GROUP株式会社 will introduce スカイファーム株式会社's mobile ordering system “NEW PORT” at select food outlets in KidZania Tokyo, with operations beginning Nov. 1, 2026.
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Nov. 1, 2026
Around late November 2026
Companies mentioned：KCJ GROUP 株式会社、スカイファーム株式会社、シャウエッセン、ピザーラエクスプレス、モスバーガー
[Make parent-child bath time even more fun!] The long-selling picture book character Nontan is now featured on & HUG time’s “additive-free* bath balls”! Pre-sales begin at アカチャンホンポ on Friday, Oct. 30.
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株式会社ノルコーポレーション's “& HUG time” brand will begin advance sales at アカチャンホンポ on Oct. 30, 2026, of additive-free bath balls featuring Nontan, a long-selling picture book character.
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Marking its 50th anniversary of publication this year
From Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Price: 770 yen (tax included)
Net weight: 70 g
Total circulation has exceeded 35 million copies*
Operating 130 locations nationwide (as of the end of September 2026)
SmartHR begins advance registration for “SmartHR 情シスAI BPaaS,” which integrates the design, operation and improvement of IT administration workflows
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株式会社SmartHR has announced and opened advance registration for its new service, “SmartHR 情シスAI BPaaS,” which provides an integrated offering covering the design, operation and improvement of information systems department workflows.
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July 2026
Original10月
7 consecutive years
FY2024
100 million yen
January 23, 2013
Companies mentioned：株式会社SmartHR、SmartHR、KICK ZA ISSUE、SUNITED、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所株式会社
テックタッチ launches “AI Central Metrics,” an AI agent that links sales and churn rates with customer feedback (VoC)
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テックタッチ株式会社 has launched “AI Central Metrics,” an AI agent that combines customer feedback (VoC) with business KPIs such as sales and churn rates to analyze the factors behind changes.
カゴメ and キユーピー announce research findings on “Kechamayo”
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カゴメ and キユーピー have announced the findings of joint research on “Kechamayo,” a 1-to-1 blend of tomato ketchup and mayonnaise, confirming its smoother mouthfeel and compatibility with fried foods. A joint promotion using Tasty Japan will run from Oct. 30, 2026.
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1-to-1
Oct. 30, 2026
1.5 times or more
3 sessions
June 2026
n=25
n=23
15 seconds
A total of 30 seconds
Nov. 27, 2026
Companies mentioned：カゴメ株式会社、キユーピー株式会社、BuzzFeed Japan株式会社、Tasty Japan
A joint study by Associate Professor Takumi Kato of Meiji University and 味の素株式会社 demonstrated that using the kanji spelling “美味しい” in a product brand name conveys greater luxury and boosts purchase intent compared with “おいしい” or “オイシイ.” The findings won the Best Oral Paper Award at the 日本マーケティング学会 Conference 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＩＫホールディングス、株式会社フードコスメ、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Cosme Kitchen、Biople、MASH GO GREEN STORE、SKINFOOD、hince、AROMATICA、klairs、BRAYE、CHASIN'RABBITS、anillo
アクセンチュア and Google Cloud announced that ボルボ・カーズ has joined the open-source software development platform “Horizon” as a leading automotive industry partner.
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Up to 9 times faster
Reduced by up to 40%
Feedback that can take up to 2 hours
Available in minutes
A workforce of approximately 814,000 people
More than 9,000 customers worldwide
Sales of approximately US$74 billion in fiscal 2026
2026 fiscal year JCSI (Japan Customer Satisfaction Index) 4th survey results: ドーミーイン ranks No. 1 in the business hotel category for the 7th consecutive year!
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ドーミーイン, the business hotel operated by 株式会社共立メンテナンス, ranked No. 1 in customer satisfaction in the business hotel category for the 7th consecutive year in the 2026 fiscal year JCSI 4th survey announced by 公益財団法人日本生産性本部.
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Rated No. 1 for the 7th consecutive year
2026 fiscal year JCSI (Japan Customer Satisfaction Index) 4th survey
23,143 respondents
104 buildings in total: 102 in Japan and 2 overseas