Apology and Notice Regarding the System Shutdown of the Eco Megane Solar Power Remote Monitoring Service and the Possibility of Personal Information Leakage
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株式会社NTTスマイルエナジー announced that it had urgently shut down the system for its Eco Megane solar power remote monitoring service following unauthorized access to its web server, and that customer information may have been leaked.
Synopsis and Preview Images Released for Episode 31 of the Anime 『おねがいアイプリ』!
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The synopsis and preview images for Episode 31 of the anime 『おねがいアイプリ』 have been released, with the show set to begin airing on April 5, 2026. Information was also announced on the release of 2 related amusement games and a toy product.
≪23800 yen and up≫ グットリ day-trip plans: A slightly luxurious day trip for you, who have worked hard all １ year
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日本空輸株式会社, which operates the travel booking site Good Trip Express, has begun additional sales of its "Weekday-Only Day-Trip Plan" using FDA for travel in December 2026.
More than 500 sofubi figures by figure artist and illustrator Yukinori Dehara come together in the exhibition "Yukinori Dehara's 'Probably' Complete Sofubi Exhibition: I Did It."
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Art goods maker 株式会社ケンエレファント announced that it will hold "Yukinori Dehara's 'Probably' Complete Sofubi Exhibition: I Did It," a solo exhibition showcasing more than 500 sofubi figures by figure artist and illustrator Yukinori Dehara, in Tokyo and Osaka.
塾選 launches its "Winter Course Early-Bird Campaign" on October 30! Get benefits worth up to 20,000 yen by trying 2 cram schools and enrolling, plus a chance to win a book card in a drawing for 100 people
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塾選, a cram school search service operated by 株式会社DeltaX, will launch a campaign for winter courses on October 30, 2026, offering benefits worth up to 20,000 yen for trial lessons and enrollment.
北杜市 will hold its winter sauna campaign, "ほくととのう," at the southern foothills of Yatsugatake from Reiwa 8, November 13, to Reiwa 9, February 28. This year, it will partner not only with saunas and food businesses but also with winter activity facilities, aiming to attract tourists and encourage them to visit destinations across the city.
The average monthly salary for full-time employees nationwide was 298,496 yen, up 0.06% from the previous month [October 2026 Average Monthly Salary and Job Openings Report for Full-Time Employees]
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According to 株式会社フロッグ's October 2026 report, the average monthly salary for full-time employees nationwide was 298,496 yen, up 0.06% from the previous month. The number of job openings was 346,591, up 2.00% from the previous month.
The average hourly wage for part-time and casual workers nationwide was 1,298 yen, up 2.12% from the previous month [October 2026 Average Hourly Wage and Job Openings Report for Part-Time and Casual Workers]
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株式会社フロッグ announced that the average hourly wage for part-time and casual workers in October 2026 was 1,298 yen, up 2.12% from the previous month. The number of job openings was 486,024, and is trending downward.
The average hourly wage for temporary workers nationwide was 1,605 yen, down 0.50% from the previous month [October 2026 Average Hourly Wage and Job Openings Report for Temporary Workers]
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株式会社フロッグ announced that the average hourly wage for temporary workers nationwide in October 2026 was 1,605 yen, down 0.50% from the previous month. The number of job openings was 316,224, down 3.93% from the previous month, but trending upward year on year.
Uravation launches "Muse Workplace Rules and Safety Settings Training" for businesses. In 3 hours, it helps companies decide what they need to know before employees connect company email and calendars to personal AI agents
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株式会社Uravation has launched "Muse Workplace Rules and Safety Settings Training" for businesses, using Meta Platforms, Inc.'s personal AI agent Muse as its subject. The 3-hour training is aimed at general affairs and IT departments, among others, and is designed to help them work through six items that companies should decide before employees connect company email and calendars to personal AI agents, including whether connections are permitted, distinctions between reading and writing access, and confirmation procedures.
Facts
Became available in Japan on October 23, 2026
Six things to decide in the training
Companies mentioned：株式会社Uravation、Meta Platforms, Inc.
『ディズニー スパークリンク・スターズ』 launches the "Hello, Conductor! Greetings from the Spark Riders" event! Release celebration livestream also announced! Advance registrations reach 900,000!
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株式会社coly announced a campaign for 『ディズニー スパークリンク・スターズ』, a livestream to celebrate the app's release, and that advance registrations had reached 900,000.
Facts
Advance registrations reach 900,000
"Eraberu Pay" worth 3,000 yen
For 30 winners selected by lottery
Livestreams on 3 consecutive days
Original各日20:00から
10 additional offer letters to be distributed
Offer letter, 20 items
Additional reward for 1 million advance registrations
Originalルミー 5000
3 people chosen by lottery
Companies mentioned：株式会社coly、Disney、Apple、Google Play
[The Bread Thief] Six expressive designs! Skater launches a new M-size drawstring lunch bag in random packaging that makes opening it part of the fun, on Friday, October 30
A seasonal treat from Umenohana: “Apple and Caramel Fruit Parfait” goes on sale in November
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The seasonal dessert “Apple and Caramel Fruit Parfait” goes on sale at restaurants operated by Umenohana Service Co., Ltd. starting November 1, 2026. The à la carte price is 1,000 yen, tax included.
Items from the “Korilakkuma Rabbit POP-UP SHOP” go on presale through the official むにゅぐるみパティオ e-commerce site starting Friday, October 30
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むにゅぐるみパティオ, operated by 株式会社KThingS, will begin accepting orders for items from the “Korilakkuma Rabbit POP-UP SHOP” on its official e-commerce site starting October 30.
From a day spent watching sports to a day getting active yourself: “Let’s enjoy running through Kobe! It’s My Day Running Event” to be held
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アシックスジャパン株式会社 held the “It’s My Day Running Event” with ヴィッセル神戸 at Noevir Stadium Kobe on October 24, 2026. Approximately 60 participants enjoyed a 3km run and a stadium tour, then watched a match.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
There were approximately 6 times as many applications as available places
大和財託株式会社 is entering the real estate crowdfunding business in response to owners’ requests. The move will enable small investments in its own “G Series” brand and aims to reduce risk through a priority-subordination structure.
A special collaboration with the popular series set in Mojiko, “コンビニ兄弟 テンダネス門司港こがね村店” (written by Sonoko Machida / published by 新潮文庫nex)!
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北九州市 will hold a special collaboration with the novel series “コンビニ兄弟,” set in Mojiko, from Reiwa 8, November 1, through Reiwa 9, January 31. The event will feature photo spots and a layered-stamp rally, offering visitors a chance to experience the world of the series and the town’s appeal.
Making visible the challenges at each touchpoint in inbound visitors’ “going, experiencing, and buying” journeys | New “Inbound Mystery Guest Survey” service launched
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株式会社ネオマーケティング has launched its new “Inbound Mystery Guest Survey” service to make the customer experience of international visitors to Japan visible. Foreign residents in Japan serve as monitors, using facilities and stores and evaluating the complete experience from booking to payment.
TV anime adaptations confirmed for 2027! Features on “魔女と傭兵” and “モン肉” now available! Original novels and manga adaptations are 50% off in a campaign exclusive to dアニメストア!
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dアニメストア has published feature articles on “魔女と傭兵” and “モン肉,” both confirmed for TV anime adaptations in 2027, and is running a campaign offering the original novels and manga adaptations as e-books at 50% off.
“マンドリルカレー別邸,” a traditional-house curry restaurant surrounded by a Japanese garden, celebrates its 4th anniversary! 4-day appreciation event to be held [Izumi City, Osaka Prefecture]
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The traditional-house curry restaurant “マンドリルカレー別邸,” operated by 株式会社antiqua, will celebrate its 4th anniversary on November 1, 2026. It will hold a 4-day appreciation event on November 2 and from November 4 to 6.
[96th location in Aichi Prefecture!] Easy and fun! Find more and more ways to become the person you want to be! Fully equipped with an authentic sauna, private ganbanyoku baths (women only), golf, FIT-VOICE, and more! FIT-EASY Otagawa Station Front store grand opens
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フィットイージー株式会社 grand-opened its 96th location, FIT-EASY Otagawa Station Front, in Tokai City, Aichi Prefecture, on October 30, 2026. It offers entertainment services including a sauna, ganbanyoku baths, golf, and karaoke, as well as an AI healthcare app.
[100th location in Aichi Prefecture! First in Togo Town!] Entertainment services including golf, a sauna, and an O2 room bring “your own third place” to life! FIT-EASY Togo store holds its pre-opening!
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フィットイージー株式会社 has pre-opened FIT-EASY Higashigo in Togo, Aichi District, Aichi Prefecture, marking its 100th store in Aichi Prefecture and its first store in Togo.
Facts
Pre-opening on Friday, October 30, 2026
Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
[3rd store in Nara Prefecture] Fitness that starts with fun that makes you want to keep coming back! In addition to FIT-VOICE, being introduced in the prefecture for the first time, the facility also offers golf, saunas, and FIT-BEAUTY! FIT-EASY Nara Kashihara has pre-opened
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フィットイージー株式会社 has pre-opened FIT-EASY Nara Kashihara in Kashihara, Nara Prefecture. The store, the company’s 3rd in the prefecture, offers a range of entertainment services, including FIT-VOICE and FIT-BEAUTY, as well as an AI healthcare app.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
Facial recognition ID issuance fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)
[19th store in Shizuoka Prefecture] Along with private-use hot stone spas for women, being introduced in the prefecture for the first time, golf, saunas, healthy karaoke, and more give even those who don’t enjoy exercise a reason to look forward to coming! FIT-EASY Kakegawa has pre-opened!
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フィットイージー株式会社 has pre-opened FIT-EASY Kakegawa in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is the company’s 19th store in the prefecture and offers a range of entertainment services, including private-use hot stone spas and healthy karaoke, while supporting health management through AI healthcare automation.
Facts
The 19th store in Shizuoka Prefecture
Pre-opening on Friday, October 30, 2026
Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
Facial recognition ID issuance fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)
The main story arc “Three Heavens War” will be added to the all-new smartphone game Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED (Anribe), based on the TV anime Tokyo Revengers!
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The addition of Chapter 1 of the main story arc “Three Heavens War” and the debut of new characters have been announced for the smartphone game Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED, developed by 株式会社グッドスマイルカンパニー and f4samurai.
Facts
The anime has aired through episode 54, but
As of 2026, more than 3,000 types have been released
[Preorders open] Turn the new RAV4 60 Series into a “serious OVERLAND build.” A dedicated roof rack pursuing rugged design and functional beauty arrives from CRAFT WORKS OVERLAND
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Preorders for a roof rack designed for the new RAV4 60 Series will open in October 2026 from the automotive accessories brand CRAFT WORKS OVERLAND, operated by Fun Standard株式会社. It has a load capacity of 75 kg, and the suggested retail price is 91,300 yen and up.
Facts
October 2026
Load capacity: 75 kg
91,300 yen and up
Weight: 33 kg
Companies mentioned：Fun Standard株式会社、株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス、CRAFT WORKS、CRAFT WORKS OVERLAND、トヨタ、TOYOTA、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング
Reopening on Friday, October 23! Opening reception at GiGO Roppongi Imoaraizaka—top DJs gather! Limited-edition “CELIZÁLEZ” collaboration merchandise makes its debut
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GiGO Roppongi Imoaraizaka, operated by 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment, will reopen on October 23, 2026. DJ CELLY and MC GONZA’s unit “CELIZÁLEZ” and others performed at the opening reception, which featured limited-edition merchandise and new drinks.
The 4th-anniversary POP UP STORE for Path to Nowhere opens on November 13! New merchandise features official illustrations and original mini characters, and is also available online!!
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To mark the 4th anniversary of the popular smartphone game Path to Nowhere, new merchandise will be sold at a POP UP STORE operated by A3 and on the online shopping site eeo Store online.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
2,200 yen (tax included)
550 yen each (tax included)
4,400 yen each (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Ａ３、AISNO Games、eeo POP-UP STORE、eeo Store online、P’PARCO、ミノス危機管理局
Watch the game with players Rio Tojo and Tsukasa Shimoishi! One-night-only public viewing at Nagasaki Stadium City, “BEAST X Public Viewing in Nagasaki: A Night Gathering of Wolves,” set for Thursday, February 4, 2027!
[ホテルグランヴィア大阪] Celebrate New Year with an elegant hotel stay and carefully prepared osechi cuisine: “Relaxed New Year Plan—Osechi Breakfast in Your Room,” available in limited quantities of 10 rooms
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ホテルグランヴィア大阪 will offer its “Relaxed New Year Plan,” a year-end stay package spanning December 31, 2026, to January 1, 2027, in limited quantities of 10 rooms.
“FIELDSTYLE EXPO 2026” brings together more than 500 booths! All guest appearances and the schedule revealed!!
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“FIELDSTYLE EXPO 2026” will be held on November 14 and 15, 2026, at Aichi Sky Expo, bringing together more than 500 booths. Hosted by メ～テレ and the FIELDSTYLE Executive Committee, the event will feature guest stages, food trucks, 10th-anniversary merchandise, and more.
Facts
More than 500 booths
November 14 (Sat) and 15 (Sun), 2026
A total of 51 vehicles
1,800 yen (tax included)
Save ¥500
2,800 yen (tax included)
Indoor halls: 36,000 m²
Outdoor area: approximately 20,000 m²
950 yen (tax included)
6,500 yen (tax included)
5,500 yen (tax included)
¥1,800 (tax included)
1,000 yen (tax included)
800 yen (tax included)
2,300 yen
Companies mentioned：FIELDSTYLE 実行委員会、メ～テレ、名古屋テレビ放送株式会社、Aichi Sky Expo、愛知県国際展示場、Y.MARKET BREWING、ほりにし、REVOMAX、田口塩鶏、Pake、TVer、Locipo、ハピキャン by FIELDSTYLE、ローソンチケット、Loppi、イープラス、ファミリーマート、セブンチケット、セブン-イレブン、チケットぴあ、アソビュー、KKday
freee releases results of a survey on awareness of legal revisions to the “750,000-yen blue return deduction”
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freee株式会社 has released the results of its survey on awareness of legal revisions to the 750,000-yen blue return deduction, conducted among 2,000 self-employed people and company employees with side jobs who plan to file tax returns for 2026. Awareness stood at approximately 70%, but few respondents understood the requirements in detail. The complexity of the procedures and anxiety about making mistakes were found to be the biggest barriers.
TBS Podcast surpasses 40 million total monthly plays! — Boosting video podcasts and expanding original content pays off, accelerating the acquisition of new listeners —
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TBS Podcast, the podcast brand of TBSラジオ, surpassed 40 million total plays in September 2026. Efforts to boost video podcasts and expand original content are accelerating the acquisition of new listeners.
All-Japan University Ekiden to make live runner location data publicly available online
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株式会社朝日新聞社 and テレビ朝日 announced that they will provide a service making runners’ GPS location data publicly available on a website during the 58th All-Japan University Ekiden.
A nonfiction book delving into the “secret” behind 2 Nobel Prizes, The KamLAND Miracle: The Truth 48 Years On, set for release on Nov. 26 (Thu.)!
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株式会社新潮社 will release The KamLAND Miracle: The Truth 48 Years On, a nonfiction account by Masako Furukawa tracing the history of the Kamiokande experiment, on Nov. 26, 2026.
Facts
To be released on Nov. 26, 2026 (Thu.)
Based on testimony from 47 people involved
Built approximately 1,000 meters underground
Masatoshi Koshiba received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2002
Takaaki Kajita received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2015
A “TV anime Shine Post POP UP SHOP” is coming. New merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations themed around “cat-eared maids” is planned for sale.
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大網株式会社 will hold a POP UP SHOP for the TV anime Shine Post at the あみあみ Akihabara Figure Tower store starting Nov. 13, 2026. The shop will sell new merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations and run a life-size standee giveaway campaign.
Facts
Nov. 13, 2026
1,000 yen (tax included)
3,000 yen (tax included)
5,000 yen (tax included)
A total of 5 recipients
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、あみあみ、Konami Digital Entertainment、Straight Edge Inc.
The annual “Golden Grand Fair” returns in November 2026! A special collaboration with 山﨑 of the award-winning BAR GOYA GINZA is also on the program! [大丸京都店]
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The “Golden Grand Fair” will be held at 大丸京都店 from Nov. 3 to 8, 2026, featuring a collaboration with Tsuyoshi 山﨑 of BAR GOYA GINZA, as well as the sale and purchase of pure gold products.
Featuring ARARE, 高木払い, Soichi Terada and more! The PARCO × Rainbow Disco Club event “field” will be held at 渋谷PARCO on Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)!
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株式会社パルコ will hold “field 2026,” an event co-produced with Rainbow Disco Club, at 渋谷PARCO on Nov. 23, and has announced the lineup and launched online sales for its T-shirt project.
Facts
field 2026
Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)
To mark its 7th anniversary
10F “PBOX STND”
For this 3rd edition as well
Now aged 76
A keirin fan for more than 30 years
The 6-member Timothy Really Lab.
Launching on Oct. 30, 2026 (Fri.)
Rolling out in stages by Nov. 23
A total of 10 T-shirt designs
The 1st set of 3 designs
6,000 yen each (tax included)
Starting Oct. 30 (Fri.) at 17:00
Until Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday) at 23:59
12:00～19:00
Admission: Free
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、Rainbow Disco Club、RDC、渋谷PARCO、PBOX STND、J-WAVE、NASGERO、Potato Head、Klymax Discotheque、Timothy Really、Timothy Really Lab.、ZODIAC、online.parco.jp、株式会社エイルド、株式会社ユナイテッドワークス
Introducing framed art commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Resident Evil series and a special website for the Creators Model XL “Gogmazios”!
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カプコン is marking the 30th anniversary of the Resident Evil series by opening preorders for framed Chara-Fine Graph prints featuring newly drawn art, and has launched a special website for “Gogmazios,” a figure from the Monster Hunter series. The announcement also introduces the official social media account “カプっず” and the “カプコンフィギュアビルダー” figure brand.
Limited-time ★5 Tsukuyomi and ★5 Hakutaku arrive in DMM GAMES’ Ayakashi Rumble! A limited-time Raid event where players can obtain ★5 Pokko is also underway!
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In DMM GAMES’ Ayakashi Rumble!, operated by 合同会社EXNOA, limited-time ★5 shikigami Tsukuyomi and Hakutaku will be added starting Oct. 30, alongside a Raid event.
DMM GAMES’ PC/PS4 and PS5 cross-platform combat online game War Thunder will launch a 4-panel comic series by Choborau Nyopomi on Friday, Nov. 13, and hold a commemorative giveaway!
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DMM GAMES, operated by 合同会社EXNOA, will launch “Peace! Peace! Again Today,” a 4-panel comic by manga artist Choborau Nyopomi, for the online game War Thunder on PC/PS4/PS5 starting Nov. 13, 2026, and will hold a commemorative giveaway campaign.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Around May 2027
September 20 (Sunday), 2026
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
14th anniversary
15th anniversary
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、ガイジン・エンターテインメント、Gaijin Games Kft.、EXNOA LLC.
Introducing a facsimile handwritten letter from 【メモリアル青い鳥】先生! On sale Dec. 17! Reservations now open!
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講談社 announced that it will release special editions of Kaoru Hayamine’s The Orient Express and Pandora’s Box and Yōji Ishizaki’s The Black Witch Comes!! on Dec. 17, 2026, featuring special facsimile handwritten letters from the authors.
Winners announced for each category of the 2nd “An Unexpected Twist in 5 Minutes” Awards!!!
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株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, announced the results of the 2nd “A Surprising Ending 5 Minutes Later” Awards on October 30, 2026. The contest received approximately 8,500 entries, and winning works were selected in the “5 Minutes Later,” “5 Seconds Later” and “Comedy Novel” categories. Plans to feature the works in related books and digital editions were also announced. The announcement also noted that the awards were co-hosted with Novel Up Plus and that the 3rd edition will be held.
Facts
Approximately 8,500 works
Oct. 30, 2026
Dec. 24, 2026
List price: 1,430 yen
Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
A report on the performance segment of “Bushiroad Fashion Journey,” a fashion event hosted by 株式会社ブシロードミュージック. Performers including RealRomantic, AiM:Øriginal, Stardom and Hina Aoki presented runway walks and live performances.
【New Release: ¥5,000 Off】DOOGEESmart Note56 Plus, a SIM-free smartphone with 48GB of memory and 256GB
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DOOGEE has launched the SIM-free smartphone “DOOGEESmart Note56 Plus,” featuring 48GB of memory and 256GB of storage, on Amazon.co.jp. A ¥5,000-off coupon is available through November 26, reducing the regular price of ¥35,000 to ¥30,000 including tax.
【TGC Kitakyushu 2026】Event Report Vol.3—CIRRA teams up with local dance studio styleflavor DANCE CENTER for a special collaboration! MON7A, ≒JOY, AND2BLE and others deliver stunning live performances!
株式会社アシュアード’s vulnerability management cloud “yamory” has published a retrospective report on PHP’s critical vulnerability, PHP2Shell, disclosed in October 2026. According to the report, approximately 1,200 service outages occurred cumulatively in Japan, and approximately 40% of them have yet to be followed by announcements that service has resumed. yamory created its own data without waiting for an official notice and responded with rapid detection.
Facts
Approximately 1,200 cases (1,199 cases) in Japan
Still approximately 40% (440 cases)
Disclosed on October 21, 2026
By the end of October 22, the day after disclosure
“Shout Camera,” which captures moments of excitement through sound, wins the Good Design New Hope Award; collaboration planned at rapper Skaai’s solo show “BOSS”
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“Shout Camera,” an interactive receipt photo machine developed by 株式会社yomiyomi, was selected in the Systems Design category of the 2026 Good Design New Hope Award. It will also be installed as part of a collaboration at rapper Skaai’s solo show “BOSS.”
Facts
This marks yomiyomi’s selection for 2 consecutive years
【TGC Kitakyushu 2026】Event Report Vol.2—Miyu Ikeda, who has appeared at every TGC Kitakyushu event since its inaugural edition in 2015, joins Kokona Sasaki, Rui Tsukishima, Nako Yabuki, Ryoga Funatsu and Yuki Murata of 超特急, and others on the runway!
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Event Report Vol.2 from TGC Kitakyushu 2026. Brands including VIS, WEGO, CIAOPANIC TYPY, AND COUTURE, :ETHR OF, AS KNOW AS PINKY, Kastane, MAJESTIC LEGON, JEANASIS and aprèsbell presented runway shows, featuring numerous models and entertainers including Miyu Ikeda, Kokona Sasaki, Ryoga Funatsu and Yuki Murata of 超特急, and Nako Yabuki.
Facts
30th anniversary of the brand's founding
Appeared at TGC Kitakyushu for the first time in approximately 11 years
More than about 190 stores nationwide
Achieved a presence in all 47 prefectures nationwide.
Made a record 9th appearance at TGC Kitakyushu
5-member boy group WILD BLUE
Scheduled for January 2027 next year
Celebrating its 15th anniversary
Appeared for the first time in approximately 8 years
【TGC Kitakyushu 2026】Event Report Vol.1—Kitakyushu native Kotomi Tachibana opens the show, followed by Seira, Kanagi Kajiwara, ICEx members Riku Shiga and Haruse Akune, Anna Murashige, WILD BLUE’s Koki Yamashita and others!
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TGC Kitakyushu 2026, organized by 株式会社W TOKYO, was held on October 10 and recorded a total audience of approximately 1,610,300. Kotomi Tachibana and others opened the show, with performances by CANDY TUNE and Shinako, an appearance by the Fukuoka governor, and a joint appearance with local citizen models, among other events.
Facts
Approximately 1,610,300 in total
Approximately 10,300 in total
Approximately 1,600,000 in total
More than 4.5 million total social media followers
The milestone 10th event
Companies mentioned：株式会社W TOKYO、東京ガールズコレクション実行委員会、SBI証券、ABEMA、TGC公式LINE、YouTubeチャンネル、CANDY TUNE、CIRRA、ICEx、WILD BLUE
A corporation established by a prefectural high school holds its 1st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders and elects high school student executive officers (CEO, COO and CCO) for its 2nd term - Okayama Prefectural Takahashi Jonan High School and JONANホールディングス株式会社
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JONANホールディングス株式会社, established by students of Okayama Prefectural Takahashi Jonan High School, held its 1st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders and elected high school student executive officers for its 2nd term. Its ordinary profit in the 1st term was positive thanks to donations.
A little piece at a time, savor the wait for Christmas. Bakery brand Comme'N begins taking reservations for its 2026 Stollen
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Comme'N, a bakery headquartered in Kuhonbutsu, Tokyo, began accepting reservations for its 2026 Stollen on October 25. Along with 2 varieties, FRUITS and MATCHA, a tasting set is also making its debut, and a Comme'N GLUTEN FREE version will be available.
The MICHAEL LIVES FOREVER JAPAN TOUR 2026 will be held
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The Michael Jackson tribute show “MICHAEL LIVES FOREVER JAPAN TOUR 2026,” featuring Brazilian artist Rodrigo Teaser, will be held on November 8 at Yamato Arena on the campus of 学校法人西大和学園大和大学.
Yakiniku restaurant 牛恋 launches its “Lunch Year-End Party Course” on Sunday, November 1. A new take on year-end parties, shifting from “nighttime drinking gatherings” to “daytime yakiniku.”
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Starting November 1, 2026, yakiniku restaurant 牛恋 will offer its “Lunch Year-End Party Course” at its Shibuya and Shinjuku locations. The ¥4,000 course lasts 90 minutes and offers a way to reduce the burden and cost of nighttime year-end parties.
A non-repayable grant for higher education: 豊島区 has established its own “Toshima City Higher Education Advancement Support Grant”!
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To help prevent students from abandoning plans to continue their education for financial reasons, 豊島区 has established the “Toshima City Higher Education Advancement Support Grant,” providing ¥400,000, generally without requiring repayment, to eligible residents under 30 from households exempt from resident tax who will enter a university or other institution in FY Reiwa 9.
[Survey of 1,000 men and women] Ranking of comedians who seem suited to art trucks!
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株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社アートフレンドAUTO report the results of a survey of 1,000 men and women nationwide on “comedians who seem suited to art trucks.” 1st place went to Mikio Date of Sandwichman (60 votes), 2nd place to Kazlaser of Maple Chogokin (57 votes), and 3rd place to Sanma Akashiya (56 votes).
株式会社らかんスタジオ will open its new Rakan Studio Finelight Maebashi store, its first location in Gunma Prefecture, on November 2, 2026, and will run a photography experience campaign.
Japan-born no-bra clothing brand no-bu holds a pop-up in Taiwan. 3 brands from Japan and Taiwan champion the freedom to choose comfort that suits you
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株式会社キャンプ’s no-bu braless wear brand held a joint pop-up in Taichung with REN and MOON PANTS as test marketing ahead of its full-scale entry into the Taiwanese market in 2027. The event drew 300 visitors.
Facts
Full-scale entry into the Taiwanese market in 2027
Asahi Kasei explores the “empathy” needed for the “X” in DX: Seminar to share practical examples of transforming people, organizations and businesses <12/10; free to attend>
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株式会社イプロス will hold a co-hosted seminar on DX featuring Miho Konishi of 旭化成株式会社 at “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026,” taking place at Tokyo International Forum from December 9–10, 2026.
Nomura AM announces the new launch of an ETF (exchange-traded fund) tracking the “Solactive CSOP China AI-Related Stocks (Hong Kong-Listed) Index (Net of Tax on Dividends)”
スペラファーマ株式会社 to exhibit and give a panel presentation at the 43rd Symposium on Formulation and Particle Design
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スペラファーマ株式会社 will exhibit and give a panel presentation at the 43rd Symposium on Formulation and Particle Design, to be held at the Fukuoka International Congress Center on Nov. 5–6, 2026.
スペラファーマ株式会社 to sponsor and exhibit at the 2nd MicroED/3D ED Users Meeting and give an invited lecture on MicroED
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スペラファーマ株式会社 will sponsor and exhibit at the 2nd MicroED/3D ED Users Meeting, to be held on Nov. 5, 2026, and give an invited lecture. The meeting is co-hosted by Rigaku and JEOL.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
13:00～18:30
Participation fee: Free
After introducing a MicroED instrument (Synergy-ED) in spring 2024
スペラファーマ株式会社 to exhibit at the 43rd Medicinal Chemistry Symposium and give an invited lecture on MicroED
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スペラファーマ株式会社 will exhibit at the 43rd Medicinal Chemistry Symposium, to be held at Kyoto Terrsa in November 2026, and Hiroaki Nakai will give an invited lecture on MicroED.
In an era of instant answers, make time to touch the senses. A piano collection inspired by Impressionist paintings, Classy Moon’s “Where the Light Trembles,” available starting Oct. 30
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Classy Moon’s piano collection “Where the Light Trembles” will be released on Oct. 30, 2026, by the label “CROIX HEALING,” operated by 株式会社クロア.
株式会社スポーツフィールド and 学校法人三幸学園 sign comprehensive partnership agreement
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株式会社スポーツフィールド and 学校法人三幸学園 have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement aimed at developing society and local communities and promoting sports through stronger mutual cooperation.
Celebrate Christmas in Kobe at TOOTH TOOTH. Enjoy a heartwarming moment with someone special.
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株式会社ポトマック announced that reservations for Christmas-limited plans will open in December 2026 at TOOTH TOOTH group locations operated by the company: TOOTH TOOTH GARDEN RESTAURANT, Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH, TOOTH TOOTH FISH IN THE FOREST, CREPE & GALETTE TOOTH TOOTH, LAGOON TOOTH TOOTH, and TOOTH TOOTH ON THE CORNER.
ancora, jointly operated by プラス株式会社 and セーラー万年筆株式会社, will release the limited-quantity “Witch’s Gift” fountain pen at its Ginza flagship store and online shop on Nov. 6, 2026.
Let AI handle reception. “ansuru,” which uses AI to handle reservations and orders received through official LINE accounts, launches a campaign offering the first 6 months for 10,000 yen per month
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株式会社あすなろクリエイト has launched a start-up support campaign for “ansuru,” which uses AI to handle reservations and orders through official LINE accounts 24 hours a day. Applications submitted by Nov. 30, 2026, qualify for the first 6 months at 10,000 yen per month (tax included), with no initial fee. The monthly fee is 19,800 yen from the 7th month.
conomichi, a JR東海グループ company, and 中津川市 will conduct “Open Registro,” a social experiment using the road in front of JR Nakatsugawa Station, on Nov. 21, 2026, inviting people connected to the area to participate in urban development as “co-creation residents.”
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Part of 1 of the 4 lanes
Approximately 22.63 million people
A decrease of approximately 2.3 million
A cumulative total of more than 200 people from within and outside the region have participated.
株式会社DREAM PONY releases details of member support for its “Dream Pony System” inventory-free e-commerce franchise
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株式会社DREAM PONY has released details of its support system for members of the “Dream Pony System” inventory-free e-commerce franchise. Support includes 2 weekly Zoom meetings with a dedicated supervisor and ongoing assistance via LINE. The company disclosed these details to help prospective members make informed decisions.
Boys aged 6 and 8 make their dreams come true at the アトア aquarium! Taking on the challenge of caring for a polka-dot stingray!
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The アトア aquarium in Chuo Ward, Kobe, marked its 5th anniversary with “Make Your Dream Come True: átoa -Dream Project-.” Two boys, aged 6 and 8, took part in caring for a polka-dot stingray, including preparing its food and feeding it.
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59 applications
6 years old
8 years old
Oct. 29, 2026
5 episodes in total
Companies mentioned：AQUARIUM × ART átoa、アトア、株式会社アクアメント
[国立映画アーカイブ] Screening program “Carte Blanche 2026” announcement
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国立映画アーカイブ will hold the screening program “Carte Blanche 2026” starting Dec. 1. Programs curated by 4 selectors—Akiko Ashizawa, Ayako Saito, Shunji Iwai, and Kiyoshi Kurosawa—will be announced.
Popular bistro oversees the menu. All-day dining and café “WR.Yoyogi Park” to open in Tomigaya on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
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株式会社SAL will open the all-day dining and café “WR.Yoyogi Park” in Tomigaya, Tokyo, on Nov. 6, 2026. The food will be overseen by Kodai Uematsu of Hatagaya bistro “キッチンかねじょう,” with drinks handled by Aya Iwamoto and baked goods by Chiyuki Arita.
ミナトホールディングス releases new content on its 70th anniversary website
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ミナトホールディングス has released new content on its special website, including a main visual, a special roundtable discussion and employee interviews, to mark the 70th anniversary of its establishment on Dec. 17, 2026.
Allganize, provider of generative AI and AI agent platforms, to exhibit at “AI World 2026 Autumn Tokyo,” held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6
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Allganize Japan株式会社 will exhibit at “AI World 2026 Autumn Tokyo,” held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 4, 2026, showcasing generative AI solutions including “Alli Coworker” and “Alli LLM App Market.”
Connecting disaster information and infrastructure data with AI to explore new possibilities for disaster prevention and national resilience! “AIエージェント×AX・FDEフォーラム Nov 成長戦略17分野～防災・国土強靭化～” to be held Nov. 13
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AIデータ株式会社 will hold the “AIエージェント×AX・FDEフォーラム” on Nov. 13, focusing on the use of AI and the promotion of AX in disaster prevention and national resilience. The forum will present the concept and live demonstration of the “AI Resilience Data Platform,” which aims to integrate disaster information and infrastructure data with AI to enable faster disaster response and more sophisticated decision-making.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
17 fields of growth strategy
A national policy worth approximately ¥23 trillion
Notice of release of earnings presentation video for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending May 2027
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株式会社ケイブ has released an earnings presentation video and materials for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending May 2027. Revenue rose 2.3% year on year to ¥2,687 million, while operating profit hit a record ¥555 million.
Facts
Net sales: 2,687 million yen
Up 2.3% year on year
Operating profit: 555 million yen
Ordinary profit: 908 million yen
Quarterly net income attributable to owners of the parent: 659 million yen
“白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S”: “叛逆のGuilty” series reaches its long-awaited conclusion! New event “叛逆のGuilty FINAL ActⅡ The White Saint” launches!
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株式会社コロプラ will hold the new event “叛逆のGuilty FINAL ActⅡ The White Saint” in the smartphone RPG “白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S” starting Oct. 30, 2026, to mark the conclusion of the “叛逆のGuilty” series. It is also offering character gacha and jewel packs, running a campaign on its official X account, and selling merchandise through “くじコレ.”
横須賀市 original song and exercise routine completed!!
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横須賀市 has announced the completion of “GENKI-SKA☆よこすか,” an original song and exercise routine designed to address declining physical fitness and social isolation among older adults. The routine incorporates movements designed with safety and effectiveness in mind, and also has a seated version. The city plans to publish it on its website and promote it through preventive-care supporters.
16:32, capturing an autumn scene bathed in amber. “AKKESHI AMBER,” the second collaboration with the Hanasaki Line, goes on sale
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マル勢影本工業株式会社 will release “AKKESHI AMBER,” an autumn amber ale and the second installment of its Hanasaki Line project, on Nov. 1, 2026, under its craft beer brand “huîtrière” from Akkeshi, Hokkaido.
【Event report】Why would a construction company talk about inheritance? Efforts to prevent vacant homes in Minamikyushu, Kagoshima Prefecture, as the population declines
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On Oct. 4, 2026, marukawa株式会社 held “笑って学ぶ相続の基礎知識” in Minamikyushu, Kagoshima Prefecture, featuring inheritance tax accountant Eiyu Sanyutei as a speaker. The event drew 280 attendees.