# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-02 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1057 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 98 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## ゴールデンウェイ・ジャパン株式会社 to change its name to ＧＷ証券株式会社 on Nov. 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:25:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000582.000003206.html
- anchor: #n3700100
- Companies mentioned: ゴールデンウェイ・ジャパン株式会社、ＧＷ証券株式会社、GW Securities Co., Ltd.、Goldenwayグループ

ゴールデンウェイ・ジャパン株式会社は、2026年11月1日付で「ＧＷ証券株式会社」へ商号を変更する。設立20周年を機に、FXに加え商品CFDや暗号資産CFDなど事業領域を拡大したことに伴う変更であり、サービス内容や口座の利用には影響がない。

Facts:
- Effective Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Marked its 20th anniversary in 2026
- Since its founding in 2006
- Began handling securities CFDs in October 2026
- Scheduled registration completion date: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026

## [Yokosuka] Sukajan with place names of all 47 prefectures, featuring designs by the official illustrator of GU and the Expo, from 110,000 yen. Pattern orders now open

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:22:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000185297.html
- anchor: #n3700101
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社ICHI、GU、株式会社Macmillan、面白法人カヤック

合同会社ICHI will begin accepting orders for its "Pattern Order Sukajan" on Nov. 1, 2026. Customers can choose from eagle, tiger and dragon designs newly drawn by Hiromichi Yokochi, the sukajan illustrator for GU and the Expo, and from place names of 47 prefectures. Prices start at 110,000 yen.

Facts:
- 110,000 yen (tax included)
- 132,000 yen (tax included)
- 165,000 yen (tax included)
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 47 prefectures

## GATES to renew unlisted real estate platform "OPEN GATES DIRECT" on Nov. 2, spun off from YouTube channel "Open GATES [Gateway to Real Estate Investing]" with 1 million total views

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:22:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000081261.html
- anchor: #n3700102
- Companies mentioned: GATES株式会社、GATES、フジテレビ

GATES株式会社 renewed its unlisted real estate platform "OPEN GATES DIRECT" on Nov. 2, 2026, in tandem with its YouTube channel "Open GATES [Gateway to Real Estate Investing]," which has surpassed 1 million total views.

Facts:
- Renewed on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Real estate registry information on over 1.2 million properties nationwide
- Annual rental income of 250 million yen
- Starting from 2.5 million yen in capital
- Total assets of 900 million yen
- Loan ratio of 80%
- Down payment of 20 million yen
- Miscellaneous expenses of about 5 million yen
- Total own funds of about 25 million yen
- For a property worth 100 million yen
- Founded: August 2011
- Capital: 100 million yen

## "TOKYO AI Native Foundry," aiming to create AI-native unicorns from Tokyo, gets under way

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193783.html
- anchor: #n3700105
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社COLO、HAKOBUNE、株式会社ANOBAKA、Coral Capital、F Ventures、ON＆BOARD株式会社、Spiral Capital株式会社、XTech Ventures株式会社、キャナルベンチャーズ株式会社、ジェネシア・ベンチャーズ、株式会社デライト・ベンチャーズ、米国Y Combinator、YC

The "TOKYO AI Native Foundry" program, operated by 合同会社COLO, has launched and is accepting pre-entry applications from participants under 40. A practical program supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and aimed at creating AI-native companies, it is scheduled to kick off in Dec. 2026.

Facts:
- Under 40
- Common course of about 3 months
- About 10 teams per cohort

## Misato Ugaki named image character for "Propally for Agent," a customer acquisition platform for real estate investment firms! Meet only highly "serious" investors. [Propally株式会社]

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000074383.html
- anchor: #n3700104
- Companies mentioned: Propally株式会社、TBS

Propally株式会社 has appointed Misato Ugaki as image character for "Propally for Agent," a customer acquisition platform for real estate investment firms. The platform conducts strict screening through phone number verification and detailed input, and achieves matching with highly "serious" investors, with about 1% of ad clicks leading to full registration.

Facts:
- About 1%
- Annual income of 5 million yen or more
- About 80%
- March 2022

## 【愛知・名古屋に新店舗】11月16日グランドオープン！『餃子のかっちゃん 名古屋駅西口店』が生ビール「1杯1円」の超破格キャンペーンを開催！

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000176111.html
- anchor: #n3700103
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社double、肉汁製作所 餃子のかっちゃん

株式会社doubleが展開する居酒屋「肉汁製作所 餃子のかっちゃん」の新店舗「名古屋駅西口店」が2026年11月16日にグランドオープン。オープンを記念し、生ビールなどが1杯1円となるキャンペーンや抽選による無料招待企画を実施する。

Facts:
- 1杯1円
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- Limited to 10 groups
- 54 seats

## Oct. 23 (Fri.) Midterm pitch event to be held | Saitama City Accelerator Program (SCAP)

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:17:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000135480.html
- anchor: #n3700106
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人さいたま市産業創造財団、株式会社木下製餡、株式会社TONGARI、TONGARI BASE、Fish Hook、玉川髙島屋、新宿髙島屋、株式会社Laboko、素材にこだわった手作り弁当ひなた/和弁当彩葉

公益財団法人さいたま市産業創造財団 held a midterm pitch event for the Saitama City Accelerator Program (SCAP) on Oct. 23, where 4 selected companies presented their interim results.

Facts:
- Support program for local entrepreneurs in the city, running from July 2026 to Jan. 2027
- Held the midterm pitch event on Oct. 23 at the Higashi Nihon Renkei Center on the 2nd floor of Marumaru Higashi Nihon
- An intensive support program lasting about 7 months
- Targeting the 4 selected participants, chosen through document screening and presentation screening from more than 20 applicants
- Targeting the 4 selected participants
- Until the results presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2027
- Oct. 23 (Fri.) 14:00–16:00 | Midterm pitch event report
- On the day, nearly 30 supporters visited the venue (Higashi Nihon Renkei Center, 2nd floor of Marumaru Higashi Nihon)
- From the 4th-generation president of 株式会社木下製餡, founded in 1931
- ・In its 2nd year since founding, it earned top-class ratings in the industry.
- It also continues "1% for the Earth," donating 1% of profits to environmental protection.
- ・From Nov. 6 to 9, it will hold its 10th event in total, "Fish Hook FES’26 〜Re:Cast〜," at 新宿髙島屋.
- It will hold its 10th event in total, "Fish Hook FES’26 〜Re:Cast〜."
- 平成16年3月にさいたま市の100％出捐により設立
- Since Apr. 1 of the same year, it has operated as the prefectural-level SME support center in the city.

## [15% OFF all-you-can-eat for early visits!!] Until 11/18! "Early bird 15% OFF" campaign, WEB reservations only, at the richly varied all-you-can-eat "ニラックスブッフェ"! Enjoy all-you-can-eat at a great price♪

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:12:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001296.000033462.html
- anchor: #n3699924
- Companies mentioned: ニラックス株式会社、ニラックスブッフェ、グランブッフェ、ブッフェ エクスブルー、THE BUFFET 包包點心、THE BUFFET 點心甜心、くし葉、ブッフェ＆デザート デリシュー、ザ ブッフェ ニューマーケット、ブッフェ ザ フォレスト、THE BUFFET（ザ ブッフェ）包包點心、ザ ブッフェ ダイナー、THE BUFFET（ザ ブッフェ）點心甜心、ブッフェレストラン フェスタガーデン、串揚げ・串天ブッフェ くし葉、エクスブルー ザ ブッフェ ラゾーナ川崎プラザ、ブッフェスタイル アソート、ナチュラルブッフェ てとてファーム mozoワンダーシティ、ブッフェ フォールームス、ブッフェレストラン パンパレット、ザ ブッフェ ガーデン、THE BUFFET（ザ・ブッフェ） 富山大和、ブッフェレストラン ザ ダイニング 香林坊大和

ニラックス株式会社は、2026年11月3日から18日までの期間限定で、WEB予約限定の『早割15%OFFキャンペーン』を開催する。対象はOPEN～12:00または15:00～17:00の入店で、スペシャルコース以上を予約すると15％割引となる。

Facts:
- 15% OFF
- Nov. 18, 2026
- Nov. 3, 2026
- 12:00
- 15:00
- 17:00

## Passing Japan's world-renowned "onsen culture" on to the next generation. "Onsen Culture Conference" to be held in Minakami, Gunma Prefecture, on Nov. 17

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193901.html
- anchor: #n3699935
- Companies mentioned: 杏林大学地域総合研究所、高崎商科大学、一般社団法人みなかみ町観光協会、法師温泉長寿館、一般社団法人雪国観光圏、松之山温泉ひなの宿ちとせ、鬼怒川パークホテルズ

Gunma Prefecture will hold the "Onsen Culture Conference" in Minakami on Nov. 17, 2026. Aiming to pass on onsen culture, a candidate for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage listing, and to revitalize the region, the event will feature speakers including Masanori Aoyagi and Soichi Noguchi.

Facts:
- Gunma Prefecture will hold the "Onsen Culture Conference" at the Minakami Culture Center on Nov. 17, 2026.
- "Onsen culture" was selected as Japan's domestic candidate for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage listing in Nov. 2025.
- Astronaut Soichi Noguchi has been appointed to the ONSEN Advisory Board.
- The keynote speech will be delivered by Masanori Aoyagi, former Commissioner of the Agency for Cultural Affairs.
- Supporting organizations include the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the Ministry of the Environment, the Agency for Cultural Affairs, and the Japan Tourism Agency.

## [Kanagawa, Kashimada] "Yakiniku Horumon Kamenman" selected for Tabelog's "Yakiniku Hyakumeiten"! A popular yakiniku restaurant where you can enjoy farm-direct A5 Japanese Black beef and fresh offal delivered directly from a pork specialty wholesaler, grilled over a shichirin charcoal grill

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000150846.html
- anchor: #n3699934
- Companies mentioned: NA Group株式会社、株式会社カカクコム、株式会社SEED、株式会社CLASSICAL

"Yakiniku Horumon Kamenman" in Kashimada, Kanagawa, operated by NA Group株式会社, has been selected for "Yakiniku Hyakumeiten" on the restaurant search and reservation site Tabelog. It offers farm-direct A5-grade Japanese Black beef and fresh offal purchased every morning from a pork specialty wholesaler, cooked over a shichirin charcoal grill.

Facts:
- It was selected for "Tabelog Yakiniku Hyakumeiten," which picks 100 restaurants highly rated by users.
- A5-grade Japanese Black beef shipped directly from the ranch
- 2-minute walk from JR Kashimada Station
- 3-minute walk from JR Shin-Kawasaki Station
- Private banquets for 20 to 50 guests
- ・Seats: 35 (entirely non-smoking, box seats available)

## Why are Epson PCs chosen for on-site AI implementation? Experience the reasons at "EdgeTech+ 2026"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000071285.html
- anchor: #n3699933
- Companies mentioned: エプソンダイレクト株式会社、Airion株式会社、株式会社HACARUS、株式会社フツパー、株式会社ブレイン、一般社団法人 組込みシステム技術協会

Epson Direct will exhibit at "EdgeTech+ 2026," held at Pacifico Yokohama from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, presenting demos with co-creation partners of AI visual inspection, knowledge transfer, image recognition, and more. At the booth, it will display the Endeavor NL3000E and other products, and will also demonstrate the offline meeting-minutes app "Speech Connect®" running on an NPU.

Facts:
- 2026年11月18日（水）から20日（金）までパシフィコ横浜で開催される「EdgeTech+ 2026」
- 会期：2026年11月18日（水）〜20日（金）10:00-17:00
- ※19日（木）のみ18:00まで
- Valid for all 3 days of the event
- Endeavor NL3000E, a notebook PC with a large 16-inch display
- Booth number: BT-09

## [First in Saitama Prefecture] "Selling 3000 per day": Imagawayaki shop "Tsuki no Usagi," which uses long-established sweet bean paste, grand opens at イオンモール川口前川 on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000046377.html
- anchor: #n3699932
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MARU、浅草今川焼き「月のうさぎ」、イオンモール川口前川、代官山Candyapple

株式会社MARU will open the イオンモール川口前川 store of 浅草今川焼き「月のうさぎ」 on Nov. 6, 2026, as its first location in Saitama Prefecture. At its most recent store in Chiba Prefecture, it sells an average of 3,000 per day.

Facts:
- Opening date: Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- Sells an average of 3,000 daily
- Waits of up to about 90 minutes occur on some days
- 昭和25年創業の老舗製餡所が炊き上げた餡子です
- Made with carefully selected 100% Hokkaido-grown adzuki beans
- 230 yen (excluding tax), available year-round
- The 5-piece set is a better value at 1000 yen (excluding tax).
- Business hours: [10:00-21:00]

## [Nov. 25 (Wed) to Nov. 27 (Fri)] Skydisc to co-exhibit at "[Nagoya] Smart Factory EXPO"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000022401.html
- anchor: #n3699931
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スカイディスク、RX Japan合同会社、ミライのゲンバ

株式会社スカイディスク will co-exhibit with ミライのゲンバ at "[Nagoya] Smart Factory EXPO," held at the Aichi Sky Expo from Nov. 25 to 27, 2026, presenting a demo of its AI cloud service "Saiteki Works" and case studies of its adoption. Ike

Facts:
- 2026年11月25日（水）〜27日（金）
- 620 companies from Japan and abroad will exhibit
- In addition, seminars with 140 lectures will be held concurrently
- Booth number N11-58
- Founded: Oct. 1, 2013

## [Shinjuku Kabukicho] Casual seafood tavern "Namikoya Shinjuku Kabukicho" refreshes its menu! Draft beer 199 yen (219 yen)♪ Appetizer sushi rolls 199 yen (219 yen) and up ♪ On Nov. 4 and 5, an all-you-can-drink campaign with draft beer is also available for 330 yen♪

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000035671.html
- anchor: #n3699930
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FS.shake

株式会社FS.shake refreshed the menu at its Shinjuku Kabukicho store on Oct. 31 and began offering low prices, including draft beer for 199 yen. In addition, in early November it will run an all-you-can-drink campaign tied to social media.

Facts:
- With the menu refresh, the price of draft beer was set at 199 yen (219 yen).
- As conditions for the campaign, all members of the group must follow and like the official Instagram account and order 1 item from the designated products.
- Namikoya Shinjuku Kabukicho is located about a 1-minute walk from Seibu-Shinjuku Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line.

## [Students only] All-you-can-eat-and-drink mizutaki for 2,980 yen → 2,500 yen (tax included)! Limited to 7 days, Nov. 2 to Nov. 8, at とりいちず Nara Shin-Omiya

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000256.000035671.html
- anchor: #n3699929
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FS.shake、大衆とり酒場 とりいちず 奈良新大宮店、とりいちず

株式会社FS.shake will run a students-only "all-you-can-eat-and-drink mizutaki" campaign for 7 days, from Nov. 2 to 8, 2026, at 大衆とり酒場 とりいちず 奈良新大宮店. With a student ID, the regular price of 2,980 yen (tax included) becomes 2,500 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- 7 days, from Monday, Nov. 2 to Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- The regular 2,980 yen (tax included) plan becomes 2,500 yen (tax included) with a student ID
- All-you-can-eat-and-drink mizutaki (2-hour limit, last order 30 minutes before closing)
- +330 yen (tax included)
- Seats: 144 (private rooms available)
- About a 4-minute walk from the south exit of Shin-Omiya Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line

## 【お一人様500円～の最強コスパ！】ピザハットから「3種チーズのラザニア風ミートソースピザ」が新発売！大人から子供まで誰もが大好きな味わいで普段使いの新定番ピザに！

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000388.000031164.html
- anchor: #n3699928
- Companies mentioned: 日本ピザハット株式会社、ピザハット

日本ピザハットは2026年11月2日、コスパ重視の新ピザ「3種チーズのラザニア風ミートソースピザ」を発売。お一人様500円〜で提供し、期間限定で「エンジョイ4」キャンペーンを実施する。

Facts:
- 日本ピザハット株式会社 will launch the new "3-Cheese Lasagna-Style Meat Sauce Pizza" on Nov. 2, 2026.
- The takeout price of the new product "Pizza Pote BOX" is 500 yen.
- To commemorate the release, "Enjoy 4" will be offered at a special price from Nov. 2 to 23.
- The takeout price of "Enjoy 4" (M size only) will be reduced from the regular 1,300 yen to 1,000 yen.

## [Fukagawa × Kameido] Community event in Koto Ward connecting wood and food, "Kameido Wood Fest," to be held at 亀戸天神社 on Nov. 14 and 15!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000452.000030085.html
- anchor: #n3699927
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船橋屋、江想プロジェクト ウッドフェス実行委員会、亀戸天神社

"Kameido Wood Fest" will be held at 亀戸天神社 on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026. Funabashiya will also take part, offering experiential content that connects the wood industry and food culture, including wooden goods sales, wood workshops, and Kameido gourmet food.

Facts:
- 2026年11月14日（土）・15日（日）
- 2 days
- 10:00～16:00
- 1805
- 221 years
- 3-6-1 Kameido, Koto Ward, Tokyo
- About a 15-minute walk from the north exit of Kameido Station on the JR Sobu Line

## Understanding a company starting with "eating." Funabashiya, founded 221 years ago, holds a hands-on open company event!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000463.000030085.html
- anchor: #n3699926
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船橋屋、船橋屋こよみ

Funabashiya held "Wagashi Sweets Roundtable," a hands-on open company event for students combining product tastings, cross-talk with employees and small-group discussions, on Oct. 10 and 25, 2026. All 14 respondents said they were satisfied, for a satisfaction rate of 100%.

Facts:
- 開催日： 2026年10月10日（土）、10月25日（日）
- Time: 18:00-19:30 (90 minutes per session)
- All 14 respondents chose "Excellent" as their impression of the event.
- Event satisfaction: 100% ("Excellent": 14 respondents / 14 respondents total)
- A Kanto-style kuzumochi shop founded in 1805 in the Edo period, which reaches its 221st year in business in 2026.
- Reached its 221st year in business in 2026
- Funabashiya's kuzumochi is made by fermenting "wheat starch" with lactic acid bacteria for 450 days and then steaming it, a [fermented food rare among Japanese confections].
- Next, a cross-talk session with 3 senior employees was held.

## [Employee Benefits] Second time this year! E-Flan BBQ Party Held in Kamakura! Enjoying Unique Company Events Such as a Two-Tuna Dismantling Show | Otakaraya Appraisers' Favorite Watches Also Revealed!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000473.000080252.html
- anchor: #n3699925
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いーふらん、高価買取おたからや、株式会社E-CRUISE

株式会社いーふらん held a BBQ party in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, drawing more than 300 people, with the aim of fostering camaraderie among employees and boosting motivation. Staff from 5 overseas countries also took part, and the company strengthened organizational unity through a tuna dismantling show and a sumo tournament.

Facts:
- 株式会社いーふらん held its second large-scale BBQ party this year at Zaimokuza Beach in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture.
- More than 300 employees from around the world took part in the BBQ party.
- Local staff from 5 countries—Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia—took part.
- A dismantling show was held with 2 fresh bluefin tuna, each about 45kg and about 150cm long, and about 1,800 pieces of sushi were served.
- In the final of the sumo tournament, Mr. K of the Store Sales Department, a 26 graduate who joined this year, defeated executive officer Mr. Ogata to take the title.

## Chieko Mizutani's nationwide tour commemorating the 50th anniversary of her entertainment career, "Chieko Mizutani's Banquet Join Concert 2026," to be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:07:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003014.000031998.html
- anchor: #n3699936
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、Paravi

U-NEXT announced that it will exclusively stream live the Tokyo performance of Chieko Mizutani's concert marking the 50th anniversary of her entertainment career on Dec. 20. It will be free for monthly members to watch, and a catch-up stream will also be offered.

Facts:
- 株式会社U-NEXT will exclusively stream live the Tokyo performance of Chieko Mizutani's concert on Dec. 20.
- The live stream can be watched by U-NEXT monthly members at no additional charge.
- Masahiko Kondo appeared as a join guest at the Tokyo Garden Theater performance.
- The catch-up stream is scheduled to be available until 23:59 on Jan. 11, 2027.
- Chieko Mizutani has been holding a concert tour visiting 6 cities nationwide since July 2026.

## [株式会社Ginza] Receives High Google Review Rating, With a Nationwide Average of 4.79

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:04:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000123221.html
- anchor: #n3699937
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ginza

株式会社Ginza announced that its Google review rating is at a high level of 4.79, and that it won first place nationwide in the water-area category for condominium renovation in the 2025 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Facts:
- 株式会社Ginza won first place nationwide in the renovation-specialist × water-area category for condominium renovation in the 2025 Oricon Customer Satisfaction® Survey.
- 株式会社Ginza's nationwide record of completed projects as of the end of fiscal 2025 is 175,000.
- The representative director and president of 株式会社Ginza is Kaoru Ikeda.
- 株式会社Ginza's head office is located at GINZA SIX 8F, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo.

## FastMetal begins offering 6 new models, including "Gemini 4 Argon" and "GPT-6.1 Terra"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:03:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000190886.html
- anchor: #n3699938
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社国際調達情報、Google社、MiniMax社、Inception社、Moonshot AI社、OpenAI社

株式会社国際調達情報 began offering 6 new LLMs from 5 companies, including Google and OpenAI, through its AI gateway "FastMetal" in stages from mid-October 2026. This allows companies to use a variety of AI models with yen-denominated prepayment.

Facts:
- 株式会社国際調達情報 began offering 6 LLMs on its AI gateway "FastMetal."
- Gemini 4 Argon recorded 77.9% on DeepSWE v1.1.
- Mercury 3's generation speed is 1,068 tokens per second.
- Kimi K3.1 Pro's price is 2/3 of the previous model's.
- GPT-6.1 Terra Pro is a reasoning mode suited to difficult problems.
- All models support a context length of about 1 million tokens.

## Loan-based crowdfunding "Funvest" holds the "Funvest 5th Anniversary Thank-You Campaign" to mark 5 years since the service launched! ~ Invest in eligible funds to receive prizes and Amazon gift cards ~

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:01:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000363.000056375.html
- anchor: #n3699939
- Companies mentioned: Fintertech株式会社、株式会社大和証券グループ本社、株式会社クレディセゾン、Amazon、うなぎの江口商店、和菓子まめいち、gelateriaカラヘ

Fintertech will run a prize-giveaway campaign based on investment amounts in eligible funds from Nov. 2, 2026 to Jan. 31, 2027, to mark the 5th anniversary of the launch of its loan-based crowdfunding service "Funvest."

Facts:
- On Nov. 24, 2026, Funvest will reach the 5th anniversary of the launch of its service.
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026 to Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027
- Cumulative applications of 10,000,000 yen or more
- Cumulative applications of 5,000,000 yen or more
- Cumulative applications of 1,000,000 yen or more
- 30 winners by lottery
- Those whose cumulative number of investments to date has reached 10 or more
- 100 winners selected by lottery
- Amazon gift card worth 5,000 yen
- 株式会社大和証券グループ本社 80%
- 株式会社クレディセゾン 20%

## [SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ] Avenge last year's loss with a 16-14 win over 東京ガス. Dramatic comeback victory makes it 2 straight wins

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000152308.html
- anchor: #n3699940
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 Challengers Football Club、SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ、東京ガスクリエイターズ、東京ガス、富士フイルム海老名Minerva AFC、Xリーグ、富士通スタジアム川崎

SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ beat 東京ガスクリエイターズ 16-14 in Week 10 of the Xリーグ Premier division, recording 2 straight wins with a dramatic comeback. In the next game on Nov. 15, 2026, they face 富士フイルム海老名Minerva AFC, aiming to advance to the playoffs.

Facts:
- SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ won 16-14 against 東京ガスクリエイターズ in Week 10 of the Xリーグ Premier division on Saturday, Oct. 31, making it 2 straight wins.
- SEKISUIチャレンジャーズ, who made it 2 straight wins with this victory.
- The defense also shut out 東京ガス's offense throughout the first half. They held a 10-0 lead going into halftime.
- They gave up another touchdown in the 4th quarter and were finally overtaken, 13-14.
- They attempted a 48-yard field goal to retake the lead.
- In the 3rd quarter after the start of the second half, the Challengers' K #4 Sato made a 51-yard long field goal to extend the lead to 13-0.
- He made all 3 field goals.
- He scored 9 of the 16 points the Challengers put up, contributing greatly to the victory.
- 日時：2026年11月15日（日）14:00キックオフ

## 2nd collaboration between the "Gorilla Series" and the movie "ゴジラ-0.0"! Health appliance with 2-way care for calves and thighs, "Godzilla VS Gorilla Futatsukami -Godzilla Counterattack-," goes on sale

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000999.000028427.html
- anchor: #n3699941
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドウシシャ、東宝株式会社、TOHOスタジオ ROBOT、白組、ドン・キホーテ

株式会社ドウシシャ will release "Godzilla VS Gorilla Futatsukami -Godzilla Counterattack-," a care appliance for calves and thighs, on Nov. 17 as the 2nd collaboration with the movie "ゴジラ-0.0."

Facts:
- 株式会社ドウシシャ will release "Godzilla VS Gorilla Futatsukami -Godzilla Counterattack-" as the 2nd collaboration product with the movie "ゴジラ-0.0."
- The product is equipped with a "G (Godzilla) button" that delivers even stronger pressure than the "Strong" setting in normal mode.
- The body is finished in charcoal gray, inspired by the color of Godzilla's skin, and comes with a patch featuring a Godzilla tail design.
- The product weighs about 336g, is a single-leg model, and has a lightweight design that folds for compact storage.
- The suggested retail price is 8,800 yen (tax included), and the model number is GGRM-2601.

## 【無料ウェビナー開催2026.11.5】法務の存在価値は、どう変わるのか中長期の企業価値向上に関与する体制へ ｜ Authense法律事務所

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000016206.html
- anchor: #n3699942
- Companies mentioned: Authense法律事務所、日本エクイティバンク株式会社、弁護士ドットコム株式会社

Authense法律事務所 will hold a free online webinar on November 5, 2026, on the theme of the value of the legal function and the division of roles among AI, in-house talent, and external specialists. Attorney 西尾公伸 will speak, explaining how to build a "proactive legal" setup and how legal can be involved in M&A and new businesses.

Facts:
- [Date and time] Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, 12:00-12:40
- [Fee] Free
- Service can usually begin 2 weeks after inquiry, and 1-month spot use is also available.
- The website is updated every 3 hours.
- In 2024, he founded 日本エクイティバンク株式会社 and is devoting himself to supporting corporate executives.
- The group currently has 411 personnel in total.
- Authense法律事務所 has a total of 329 people, including 105 attorneys, paralegals and corporate staff,
- Established: Jan. 15, 2005

## [Japan's first!] "MAKELE," a platform specializing in medical art makeup, is born

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192909.html
- anchor: #n3700051
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UTUQSIA

株式会社UTUQSIA of Aichi Prefecture has launched "MAKELE," a search and reservation platform for medical art makeup, as the first in Japan. Users can search for and compare artists by case photos, area, and specialty, and the platform is designed so that the reservation process is completed within it.

## [Held Nov. 19] Can you really explain that difference in treatment? Online seminar on what comes "after" equal pay for equal work | For HR managers and executives of small and medium-sized companies | Explaining how to review employment categories, roles, and treatment based on your company's actual situation

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193847.html
- anchor: #n3700050
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プライムコンサルタント、成果人事研究会、Zoom

株式会社プライムコンサルタント will hold an online seminar on November 19, 2026, for executives and HR staff of small and medium-sized companies on reviewing employment categories, roles, and differences in treatment. Using the revision points of equal pay for equal work and court cases and administrative guidance examples as material, participants will consider reviewing their HR systems through exchanging information with other companies. The participation fee is 5,500 yen (excluding tax), and a commemorative booklet can be downloaded free of charge.

Facts:
- Basics of equal pay for equal work and key points of the October 2026 revision
- Date and time: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026, 14:00-17:30
- Participation fee: 5,500 yen (excluding tax)
- "Prime Booklet," published November 2026
- Application deadline: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026, 23:59

## [People Design Lab, Organization Building Specialized for Beauty Clinics] Full-scale launch of the "Manager Development Program" to unite doctors, nurses, and counselors and maximize sales

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000191114.html
- anchor: #n3700049
- Companies mentioned: People Design Lab株式会社

People Design Lab株式会社 will begin full-scale operation of its "Manager Development Program" on November 2, 2026, which develops manager candidates through on-site support so that doctors, nurses, and counselors can collaborate internally and the clinic can run on its own. It reduces the risk of departures, poaching, and turnover caused by reliance on outside personnel or specific doctors.

Facts:
- From Nov. 2, 2026
- Has a track record of leading organizational improvement and sales growth at 20 facilities and more than 150 people.

## The "human drama" behind the stunning rapid rise. 3 unconventional songs that challenge J-POP taboos become unusual million hits, with harrowing backstory revealed for the first time

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000193106.html
- anchor: #n3700048
- Companies mentioned: 三四千代田コンサルタンツ株式会社、FM ヨコハマ

3 songs created by film director 杉崎智介 and actress ReeSya after Sugisaki's harrowing experiences, including the onset of acute aortic dissection and the loss of his assets, have surpassed one million views on YouTube.

Facts:
- Survival rate of only 2%
- 6,000 radio drama scripts
- Graduated from Tokyo University of Science 3 times

## ☆ "Udon Soup" can be used for more than just udon! Uses number a surprising 243 ☆

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000152623.html
- anchor: #n3700047
- Companies mentioned: ヒガシマル醤油株式会社、東京メトロ丸ノ内線

ヒガシマル醤油株式会社 has created 243 types of recipe cards for "Udon Soup" and will hold an event at Shinjuku Station from Nov. 2 to 8, 2026.

Facts:
- All 243 "recipe cards"
- 2026年11月2日（月）から8日（日）まで
- Giant poster about 15m long
- Recipes built up over 62 years
- Since sales began in 1964
- Total production time of 120 hours
- Has continued making traditional flavors for more than 400 years

## Inner care supplement METADUAL, combining 2 plant-derived ingredients, goes on sale Nov. 4

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000191879.html
- anchor: #n3700046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MAX SLIM

株式会社MAX SLIM will release "METADUAL," an inner care supplement combining the plant-derived ingredient "Metabolade®" and black ginger, on November 4, 2026.

Facts:
- 500mg
- November 4, 2026
- 9,800 yen (excluding tax)
- 10,584 yen (tax included)
- 60 capsules
- 2 capsules

## Resolving the worries of executives with no one to consult. AI asks the questions and the executive simply answers. Official release of "KOTONA," an AI consultant for business consultation any time, 24 hours a day, without prompts

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000044221.html
- anchor: #n3700045
- Companies mentioned: エフビーコーポレーション合同会社、FBcorporation LLC.

エフビーコーポレーション合同会社 has released the official version of "KOTONA," an interactive AI consulting service. The service creates plans simply by the AI asking questions and the executive answering, is available 24 hours a day without prompts, and also supports subsidy applications and collaboration with experts.

Facts:
- 7,700 yen per month (tax included)
- 15% off with annual payment (78,540 yen per year, tax included)
- 14-day free trial available
- 14,300 yen per month (tax included)
- 15% off with annual payment (145,860 yen per year, tax included)
- 30-day free trial available
- Includes end-user IDs for 10 companies, such as advisory clients
- Due to the revised Administrative Scrivener Act that took effect in January 2026

## Weverse Japan appoints アン・スウク as new representative director

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000191080.html
- anchor: #n3700044
- Companies mentioned: Weverse Japan、WEVERSE JAPAN株式会社、Weverse Company、SM Entertainment、Beyond LIVE Corporation、Naver V LIVE事業部、ZACR DATABASE SYSTEMS

Weverse Japan has appointed Ahn Soo-uk as its new representative director. The appointment takes effect on Nov. 1, 2026, as part of a growth strategy for the platform that connects Japanese artists with global fandoms.

Facts:
- Effective Nov. 1, 2026
- More than 20 years of business experience in Japan
- Operates official communities for more than 200 domestic and international artists and audition programs
- Monthly active users (MAU): 14.43 million
- 26 Japanese artist communities
- Weverse LIVE broadcasts / views: 6,558 broadcasts
- More than 1 billion views
- Weverse Shop units sold: 25.2 million
- Listening Party streams: 15.7 million

## OsakaAgents.com service launched | Free introductions to Osaka real estate agents for foreign nationals

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000133057.html
- anchor: #n3700043
- Companies mentioned: 三足紋合同会社、OsakaAgents.com、HokkaidoAgents.com、大阪市

三足紋合同会社 has launched the "OsakaAgents.com" service, which introduces foreign customers considering renting, buying or investing in Osaka real estate to local real estate agents free of charge. Preliminary consultations and explanations of transaction costs and Japanese business practices are provided person to person, and the company also operates "HokkaidoAgents.com" for Hokkaido.

Facts:
- 大阪市, November 2026
- People staying in Osaka for several days or more
- Already interactions with several thousand customers

## Farm Consulting launches support for overseas expansion of small and medium-sized businesses - Former ユニクロUSA executive joins, supporting direct transactions with overseas partners without going through agents -

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000184593.html
- anchor: #n3700042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファルムコンサルティング、ユニクロUSA、ユニクロ米国法人、独立行政法人日本貿易振興機構、ジェトロ

株式会社ファルムコンサルティング will begin supporting overseas expansion of small and medium-sized businesses on Nov. 2, 2026. Shigeo Ito, a former director at ユニクロUSA, has joined as general manager and will support direct transactions without agents, centered on the United States.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 27.1%
- Up 4.8%
- 456.5 billion yen
- Approx. 101.9 billion yen

## 仮想通貨詐欺・投資詐欺の返金支援対策チームを7役体制に強化。取引所に届かなかった資金を週2回・永年無料で監視し、動けば報告書を作り直す。全て込みで仮想通貨調査１件9,800円。

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000189143.html
- anchor: #n3700041
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベスト、警察庁

株式会社ベストは、暗号資産追跡調査サービス「CryptoTracer」の体制を2026年11月1日より強化する。7役のAIエージェントによる分工体制へ移行し、Solanaを含む6チェーンに対応するとともに、資金が停留した案件を週2回・永年無料で監視する新機能を導入する。価格は1件9,800円（税込）で維持される。

Facts:
- 5,893 cases recognized
- Damages total 79.79 billion yen
- Average damages of 13.625 million yen
- 40.4% of recognized cases
- 48.6% of total damages

## [シュクルシュークリーム] Cream puff specialty shop popular for its great value to launch a premium cream puff exclusive to its Nara store on Thursday, Nov. 26

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000121254.html
- anchor: #n3700040
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Marshmallow、シュクルシュークリーム

株式会社Marshmallow will open its second store, "シュクルシュークリーム奈良エコール・マミ店," at "Ecole Mami" in Koryo, Nara Prefecture, on Nov. 26, 2026, and on the same day will launch the Nara store-exclusive premium cream puff "Toro Nama Cookie Choux Akan Milk Flavor."

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- 480 yen
- 71,267 units
- 10:00~19:30

## VITAL DESIGN launches YouTube program "The Truth About Passion." Uncovering the true nature of the energy of people and organizations through data and dialogue

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000179045.html
- anchor: #n3700039
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VITAL DESIGN、SBクリエイティブ、株式会社ビジネスネットコーポレーション

株式会社VITAL DESIGN launched the YouTube program "The Truth About Passion," which uncovers the true nature of the energy of people and organizations through data and dialogue, on Nov. 2, 2026. In the first episode, CEO and Representative Director Takashi Watanabe spoke about the company's business and the origins of its founding.

Facts:
- Approx. 41 minutes
- Cumulative total on the scale of 30,000 people
- Special price limited to 50 companies

## Coo＆RIKU decides to introduce "UNIPET" at all grooming business stores after approx. 2 years of trials

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000179041.html
- anchor: #n3700038
- Companies mentioned: UNIPET株式会社、Coo＆RIKU

UNIPET株式会社は、Coo＆RIKUのトリミング事業全店に予約・顧客管理システム「UNIPET」を導入することを決定した。約2年間の実証運用で1店舗あたり月間平均79件の予約増加を確認。

Facts:
- Approx. 2 years of
- 4 target stores
- 316 total
- 1店舗あたり平均79件

## Yasushi Nobukuni appointed Managing Executive Officer of Techno Pro Holdings

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000177691.html
- anchor: #n3700037
- Companies mentioned: テクノプロ・ホールディングス株式会社、テクノプロ・グループ、株式会社テクノプロ・アドバイザリー、株式会社テクノプロ、コンサルティング・パートナーズ社、プライスウォーターハウスコンサルタント株式会社、日本アイ・ビー・エム株式会社、べリングポイント株式会社、PwC コンサルティング合同会社、デロイトトーマツコンサルティング合同会社、合同会社デロイトトーマツ、デロイトトーマツアクト株式会社、株式会社SI&C、株式会社サイビス、アクセンチュア株式会社

Techno Pro Holdings appointed Yasushi Nobukuni as Managing Executive Officer effective Nov. 1, 2026. He concurrently serves as President and Representative Director of 株式会社テクノプロ・アドバイザリー, established on Oct. 1, 2026, and as Company President of コンサルティング・パートナーズ社 within 株式会社テクノプロ, overseeing the consulting and solutions domain across the entire group.

Facts:
- We hereby announce that, effective Nov. 1, 2026, Yasushi Nobukuni has been appointed Managing Executive Officer of the Company.
- He has been appointed President and Representative Director of the subsidiary "株式会社テクノプロ・アドバイザリー," established on Oct. 1, 2026, and Company President of コンサルティング・パートナーズ社, an in-house company of 株式会社テクノプロ.
- In our group, approximately 30,000 engineers work every day at customer sites, and the awareness of issues and business knowledge gained there are assets of our group.

## CartFit株式会社、中小機構「FASTAR」第15期および石川県「能登へのスタートアップ誘致調査事業」に採択

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000183710.html
- anchor: #n3700036
- Companies mentioned: CartFit株式会社、独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、中小機構、石川県

CartFit株式会社 has been selected for 中小機構's "FASTAR" 15th cohort and 石川県's "Startup Attraction Survey Project for Noto." The company is developing a retrofit AI-driven unit for existing carts, and will proceed with product development and field trials in the Noto region.

Facts:
- 15th cohort
- Reiwa 8 fiscal year

## Recruiting exhibitors for "Pharma Innovation EXPO 2027," the latest DX online exhibition for the pharmaceutical industry

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000104959.html
- anchor: #n3700035
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディウィル、メディウィル

株式会社メディウィル is recruiting exhibitors for "Pharma Innovation EXPO 2027," a DX online exhibition for the pharmaceutical industry, and will hold an exhibitor briefing on Nov. 13.

Facts:
- Pharma Innovation EXPO 2027
- Held consecutively in 2025 and 2026
- Thursday and Friday, July 22 and 23, 2027, next year
- 11月13日（金）10:00からLIVE配信
- Early-bird discount of 10%
- Until Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, 10:00-10:30
- 2026年11月12日（木）18:00まで
- Since its founding in 2006

## 株式会社タベテク verified challenges in reducing crop waste, improving yield and shipping periods at its own site.

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000105717.html
- anchor: #n3700034
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タベテク、九州大学、農林水産省

株式会社タベテクは、農作物の廃棄削減や歩留まり改善を目的とした有償実証サービス「マイクロラボPoC」の受付を開始した。このサービスは、固定価格で12週間の標準期間を設定し、顧客の現場で鮮度保持技術の効果を検証するものである。

Facts:
- Transported to Japan over 81 days
- Sugar content on arrival was 13.7°Bx in the plasma-treated group
- 11.5°Bx in the chemical-treated group
- Standard period of 12 weeks
- Founded in 2018
- 2025年には農林水産省のスマート農業に関する表彰を受けました

## Strengthening its presence in the Japanese market with the establishment of "Wilo Japan"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000173893.html
- anchor: #n3700033
- Companies mentioned: Wiloグループ、Wilo Japan合同会社、在日ドイツ商工会議所（AHK Japan）

Wiloグループは、日本市場でのプレゼンス強化を目的として「Wilo Japan」合同会社を設立し、横浜に新オフィスを開設した。オープニングイベントには約50名が出席し、地域密着型の顧客サポートとパートナーシップ構築を目指す方針を示した。

Facts:
- About 50 people
- 2026

## [Mobile battery fires reach 482 per year] As interest in safety grows, the high-capacity solid-state battery power bank "SC606P" arrives

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000183367.html
- anchor: #n3700032
- Companies mentioned: 総務省消防庁、明誠株式会社、楽天市場、Amazon.co.jp

総務省消防庁の調査により、リチウムイオン電池製品による火災のうちモバイルバッテリー起因が年間482件と最多であることが判明。安全性への関心が高まる中、明誠株式会社は固体電池搭載の大容量モバイルバッテリー「SC606P」を発売し、楽天市場およびAmazon.co.jpで期間限定10%OFFキャンペーンを実施している。

Facts:
- 482 per year
- 1,297 per year
- 290 in the previous year
- 30,000mAh
- Up to 45W
- 10% OFF

## 株式会社ソナエル acquires senior business from 株式会社ウェブクルー through business transfer

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000168915.html
- anchor: #n3700031
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソナエル、株式会社ウェブクルー

株式会社ソナエル has agreed to acquire the senior-related business (nursing home referral and meal delivery referral) from 株式会社ウェブクルー through an M&A and has signed a contract. The business transfer date is Oct. 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026

## Notice of 株式会社NINAE headquarters office relocation

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000141443.html
- anchor: #n3700030
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NINAE、Microsoft、株式会社Low Code

株式会社NINAE relocated its headquarters office to the TOC Building in Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, effective Nov. 1, 2026. The company provides support for the utilization of enterprise AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, and changed its name from 株式会社Low Code in Oct. 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Feb. 2024
- October 2026
- 2 and a half years

## Bringing food assets slumbering in regional areas to the next era and the world. 株式会社LEGAVIA, a company specializing in restaurant brand "succession x revitalization x expansion," established

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000172203.html
- anchor: #n3700029
- Companies mentioned: グローバルフードソリューション株式会社、株式会社LEGAVIA

As a group company of グローバルフードソリューション株式会社, 株式会社LEGAVIA, which handles regional restaurant brands' succession, revitalization, and domestic and international expansion end to end, was established on Oct. 1, 2026. While respecting flavor and shop names, it will pursue profit improvement through manualization, small-scale multi-store and franchise expansion, and overseas licensing expansion, and will diagnose the succession method with its own 8-item scoring.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Rate of no successor 50.1%
- Restaurant market expands to 35.7 trillion yen
- 10 tsubo, 20 tsubo, 30 tsubo
- 8-item scoring model

## 昭和信用金庫 unifies everything from obtaining registry information to collateral valuation and contract drafting with Homes AI

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000078007.html
- anchor: #n3700028
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホームズ、昭和信用金庫

昭和信用金庫 has introduced the "Online Registry Information System" and "Automatic Real Estate Valuation System" using Homes AI, unifying everything from obtaining and digitizing registry information to collateral valuation and contract document drafting. Valuation work was cut from about 2 hours to about 20 minutes, and the systems went live in Nov. 2026.

Facts:
- We announce that the "Online Registry Information System" and "Automatic Real Estate Valuation System" will go live in Nov. 2026.
- 評価に必要な情報収集や計測を手作業で行っており、1件あたり約2時間を要していた
- 従来1件あたり約2時間を要していた評価作業は約20分で完了します。
- It is used by more than 60 financial institutions nationwide.
- Since our founding in Heisei 4, we have developed and provided various systems under the concept of "systematizing the law."

## "ayano fukumura" delivers glass art of "the present and seasons of the city" as a new series, "Immersive," is born

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000051722.html
- anchor: #n3700027
- Companies mentioned: リフレクトアート株式会社、ayano fukumura、福村硝子、ものとアート

リフレクトアート株式会社 is launching "Immersive," a new glass accessory series themed on cities and culture, and will release a collection motifed on Harajuku and Christmas as its first installment.

Facts:
- The second installment is planned for around spring 2027
- Necklace: from 8,800 yen
- Earrings: from 7,260 yen
- Has collaborated with more than 30 art exhibitions so far
- Launched the brand in 2013
- Established: May 2018

## [Travel Japan with a single ticket for winter experiences]

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000180800.html
- anchor: #n3700026
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JTRweb、JAPAN、Travel Contents、Tripellet Inc.、CTRIP、携程、Klook、KKday、Trip.com、Ctrip、Lion Travel、Cola Tour、Settour、EGL Tours、Texpert、HanaTour、MyRealTrip、WAUG、Tourvis、NOL、Boolub、广州市环旅、深圳鱼在游、Traveloka、近畿運輸局、関西観光本部、JR西日本、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、株式会社ベストジェイコリア、JTRweb Limited

Tripellet Inc. of 株式会社JTRweb will release the Hokkaido winter excursion e-ticket "Fun Hokkaido Premium Pass" for inbound foreign visitors on Nov. 2, 2026. Sales begin through cooperation with CTRIP (携程), and it is also planned to be offered on global OTAs such as Klook and KKday.

Facts:
- From Nov. 2, 2026
- A total of up to 6 experiences
- Eligible regular facilities: choose 3 facilities
- Valid for 7 days

## "Love is something you act on." AOAO SAPPORO and e-lamp. hold the "Winter Heart-Fluttering Aquarium," themed on the courtship behavior of living creatures

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000109230.html
- anchor: #n3700025
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社e-lamp.、AOAO SAPPORO、相模ゴム工業株式会社

株式会社e-lamp. and AOAO SAPPORO will hold the experiential matching event "Winter Heart-Fluttering Aquarium," themed on the courtship behavior of living creatures, 3 times in Dec. 2026 and in 2027.

Facts:
- Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026
- Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027
- Saturday, March 6
- Over a total of 3 sessions
- Men 6500 yen
- Women 4500 yen
- A total of 73 species of animals

## Liquor buying specialty store "FiveNeeds 千葉店" grand opening on Nov. 2, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000158305.html
- anchor: #n3700023
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファイブニーズ、FiveNeeds 千葉店、FiveNeeds

株式会社ファイブニーズ will hold the grand opening of the liquor buying specialty store "FiveNeeds 千葉店" on Nov. 2, 2026. Opening in Chuo Ward, Chiba City, near Keisei Chiba-Chuo Station, it will offer a buying service for a wide range of liquor, including whiskey and sake.

Facts:
- Nov. 2, 2026
- July 6, 2011

## 大阪公立大学発ベンチャー・セレブロファーマ、「ママキ」研究の解説記事を公開― 4つの認知症モデルマウスを用いた研究をわかりやすく紹介 ―

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000142474.html
- anchor: #n3700022
- Companies mentioned: セレブロファーマ株式会社、大阪公立大学、米国メルク社、KADOKAWA、FDA

Cerebropharma, a venture spun out of 大阪公立大学, has published an explainer article on dementia research about Mamaki that was published in the international academic journal GeroScience. The research, which used 4 dementia model mice, confirmed brain inflammation suppression and nerve repair effects, and it introduces that fruit-derived components were particularly effective.

Facts:
- Mamaki leaf dry powder 200mg
- Having been involved in dementia research for about 30 years
- "CEREACTIS" has been offered since April 2026

## Fraud damage from seminars and schools touting AI side jobs: dedicated consultation page launched

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000183033.html
- anchor: #n3700021
- Companies mentioned: 司法書士法人ライトストーン法務事務所、国民生活センター、LINE公式アカウント、クレジットカード会社

司法書士法人ライトストーン法務事務所が、AI副業をうたうセミナーやスクールの詐欺被害に関する専用相談ページを公開した。国民生活センターの統計によるとビジネス講座の相談件数は増加傾向にあり、同事務所でもAI関連トラブルの相談が増えているため、手口解説や初期対応、返金手続きなどの情報を1ページにまとめた。

Facts:
- 3,551 cases in fiscal 2025
- 1,169 cases in fiscal 2020
- 1,121 cases in fiscal 2026 as of July 31
- Same period of the previous year (821 cases)
- Damage amount: 800,000 yen
- Resolution result: about 56% recovered (450,000 yen)

## "fifth ONLINE SALON can be learned on HAIRCAMP": popular men's salon brand "fifth" appears on HAIRCAMP!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000059563.html
- anchor: #n3700020
- Companies mentioned: HAIRCAMP株式会社、fifth、株式会社fifth

HAIRCAMP株式会社 will partner with the men's salon brand "fifth" and begin streaming content from "fifth ONLINE SALON" on HAIRCAMP from December 2026.

Facts:
- Dec. 2026
- More than 230
- October 2026

## June 29, 2027 (Tue.): 17th Esthetic Grand Prix Grand Prix Final to be held at Tokyo Big Sight!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000045389.html
- anchor: #n3700019
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人エステティックグランプリ、株式会社ARTBOX、NADESHICO SPA by ANGELUX、Bmc、花蔵 熊谷駅前店、アコガレコガオ盛岡店、麻布エステ ウノジェンネ、アンジェラックス表参道店、アンジェラックス新宿店、アンジェラックス長野店、アンジェラックス福岡天神店、Anrire、H×H戸田公園店、エスティ京都店、エステティックサロンKIREI、c.b momoka、サロン ジュ ファミ、Salon de ARTBOX あざみ野店、サロンドシェリ人形町店、シミケアサロン ピュアリー、花蔵 スズラン高崎店、ピー・ブリエ弥富本店、TIARA西岐阜店、ドゥ・スポーツプラザ上里店、トータルサロンGreen町田、美・style 鎌ヶ谷本店、ピュアマインド イオン東久留米店、ビューティースキンラボ鹿児島店、ビューティーリバース新横浜店、フットバランス京王新宿店、Premium La・Verite本店、MIKADO.、You海 那覇本店、ラ・バトゥール、ルイーズミシェル室蘭店、ルメートルセラピー®︎ビューティーサロン、Asian Field、サロンドシェリ、BLESS山形店、トータルケアサロンAQUA、Aione total beauty、AMINAS、メディカルエステサロンShinyou、bonte、王子溝田橋整骨院併設美容エステサロンviage

一般社団法人エステティックグランプリ has decided to hold the 17th Esthetic Grand Prix Grand Prix Final at Tokyo Big Sight on June 29, 2027.

Facts:
- 17th
- June 29, 2027
- 8th chairman
- 12 representatives
- 352 salons entered

## [Nov. 4 and 5] 39th Higashiosaka Industrial Exhibition "Techno Messe Higashiosaka 2026"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000157317.html
- anchor: #n3700018
- Companies mentioned: 東大阪商工会議所、東大阪商工会議所産業展実行委員会、マイドームおおさか

The 39th Higashiosaka Industrial Exhibition "Techno Messe Higashiosaka 2026" will be held on Nov. 4 and 5 in the first-floor exhibition hall of マイドームおおさか. No advance registration is required and admission is free. It is organized by 東大阪商工会議所産業展実行委員会.

Facts:
- 39th Higashiosaka Industrial Exhibition
- Nov. 4 (Wed.) 10:00-17:00
- Nov. 5 (Thu.) 9:30-16:00
- 515 locations nationwide
- about 1.25 million members
- founded in 1937
- by pooling the strength of about 6,000 members

## From New Year's calligraphy to training sessions and community events: reception begins for the "Calligraphy Experience Rental Set," which delivers calligraphy tools for 5 people plus an event manual and model samples

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000082892.html
- anchor: #n3700017
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社呉竹

株式会社呉竹 began accepting orders on Oct. 30, 2026 for its "Calligraphy Experience Rental Set," which includes calligraphy tools for 5 people, an event manual, model samples and more. Brushes can be returned without washing, and the rental period is 10 days. The fee is 7,000 yen plus a return shipping fee of 800 yen.

Facts:
- A full set of tools for 5 people is delivered
- Reception begins on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- 7,000 yen (7,700 yen including tax)
- Return shipping fee 800 yen (tax included)
- 10 days from delivery (return by day 10)
- In the winter of 2025, 呉竹 test-sold this service as the "First Calligraphy of the Year Experience Rental Set"

## Year of the Sheep Post Office original "Easy New Year's Cards" go on sale from Monday, Nov. 2!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000111465.html
- anchor: #n3700016
- Companies mentioned: マイプリント株式会社、テレ東系列、ちびゴジラ公式YouTubeチャンネル

マイプリント株式会社 will begin selling the Year of the Sheep Post Office original "Easy New Year's Cards" on Nov. 2, 2026. Designs include standard patterns, foil stamping, Disney, "My Neighbor Totoro," hometown, Mt. Fuji, gold color, premium foil and "Godzilla -0.0," with prices ranging widely from 550 yen to 8,200 yen. Some products are sold only at 496 post offices nationwide.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 560 yen (tax included)
- 890 yen (tax included)
- 730 yen (tax included)
- 1,390 yen (tax included)
- 1,960 yen (tax included)
- 920 yen (tax included)
- 690 yen (tax included)
- 720 yen (tax included)
- 760 yen (tax included)
- 650 yen (tax included)
- 8,200 yen (tax included)
- 496 post offices nationwide
- Limited to 300 items
- 5,200 yen (tax included)
- 550 yen (tax included)

## Process management connects with Copilot: Kencopa Process AI Agent launches official MCP server that lets your AI tools aggregate and operate process progress

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000166783.html
- anchor: #n3700015
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KENCOPA、Microsoft、Claude、ChatGPT

株式会社KENCOPA has begun offering an official MCP server as a new feature of its construction-focused AI agent "Kencopa Process AI Agent," linking with AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude and ChatGPT via the standard MCP protocol. This allows users to check and aggregate schedules and operate them directly through AI.

Facts:
- Total funds raised: 275 million yen

## Making chartered buses easier: "Bus Ride," AI-assisted arrangement service, launches

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000040459.html
- anchor: #n3700014
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Enjin、株式会社En Journey

株式会社En Journey, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社Enjin, will launch "Bus Ride," an AI-powered chartered bus service for companies and organizations, on Nov. 2, 2026. The AI supports organizing conditions, drafting itineraries and checking estimated fares, and also accepts quotation requests. The service area will expand gradually starting from Osaka Prefecture.

Facts:
- Service start date: Nov. 2, 2026
- Consult with it like "a day trip from Namba to Kiyomizu-dera for 30 people," or
- Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth: 7370
- Business start date: Mar. 1, 2026

## [About 70 participants] Korean language school run by Kyoto University graduate and four-language speaker Seungjun holds 4th offline study session in Tokyo

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000170601.html
- anchor: #n3700013
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクセントエース、株式会社リクルート、AVEX、一般社団法人ウィルドア

The online Korean language school "K-PRO," operated by 株式会社アクセントエース, held its 4th offline study session in Tokyo on Aug. 22, 2026, with about 70 participants. In addition to pronunciation coaching and group work led by representative Seungjun, a standing reception was also held.

Facts:
- About 70 students participated
- The first half, about 3 hours, was
- The second half included a standing reception of about 2 hours
- Speaks 4 languages
- From cohort 0 to cohort 13
- Targeting 500 elementary school students in grades 3 to 6
- Lectures to 200 high school students
- A lecture lasting 100 minutes
- 登録者数4.39万人

## Co-LABO MAKER and Sparkle begin collaboration linking research seeds with regional industry

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000031371.html
- anchor: #n3700012
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Co-LABO MAKER、スパークル株式会社

株式会社Co-LABO MAKERとスパークル株式会社は、各社のネットワークを活用し、研究シーズの事業化や地域産業の新規事業創出に向けた連携を開始した。共同研究・PoCの組成や事業化支援を進め、スパークルは「Material Catapult」の連携企業として登録される。

Facts:
- Established: April 7, 2017
- Established: August 31, 2022

## Harvest pumpkins in the field! Tasting event for Edosaki pumpkins also held. Enjoy autumn flavors and farming experience at こもれび 森のイバライド

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000078011.html
- anchor: #n3700011
- Companies mentioned: こもれび 森のイバライド、JA稲敷、稲敷市役所

On Nov. 14, こもれび 森のイバライド will hold "Pumpkin Harvest Experience 2026." The event includes harvesting Edosaki pumpkins, a specialty of Inashiki City, a tasting event, and sales of limited-time menu items.

Facts:
- 1回800円
- 500 yen for こもれびFUN CLUB members
- Capacity: first 100 people
- "Edosaki Mont Blanc" (700 yen)
- "Edosaki Cream Puff" (400 yen)
- "Edosaki Pumpkin Soft Serve Ice Cream" (600 yen)
- "Edosaki Churros" (300 yen)

## 太陽生命 begins handling "Policyholder Agent Rider"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000078844.html
- anchor: #n3700010
- Companies mentioned: 太陽生命保険株式会社、Ｔ＆Ｄ保険グループ、太陽生命、スマ保険

Starting Nov. 1, 2026, 太陽生命 will begin handling the "Policyholder Agent Rider," which allows a designated agent to carry out procedures when the policyholder has difficulty expressing their intent.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Fiscal 2014

## [Participants Wanted] Nov. 22 (Sun.) Second Specialized Field Leaders Training "Multicultural Coexistence, Disaster Welfare, and Support for Persons Requiring Special Consideration" (彩の国会議)

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000052367.html
- anchor: #n3700009
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人協働型災害訓練、彩の国会議、特定非営利活動法人すぎとSOHOクラブ、日本財団、埼玉大学、埼玉県立川島ひばりが丘特別支援学校、Peatix

This is a call for participants for the second "Specialized Field Leaders Training," to be held on Nov. 22 and hosted by 特定非営利活動法人すぎとSOHOクラブ. The themes are multicultural coexistence, disaster welfare, and support for persons requiring special consideration.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
- On site: 30 people
- Online: 50 people

## Corporate logo renewed on Nov. 1. The "dg" in the company name becomes an infinity symbol, and the corporate color changes from red to cyan

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000116962.html
- anchor: #n3700008
- Companies mentioned: Beyondge株式会社

Beyondge株式会社 renewed its corporate logo effective Nov. 1, 2026, changing the "dg" in the company name into the shape of an infinity symbol (∞). The corporate color was changed from red to cyan. The company connects its 5 areas of new business, recruiting, M&A, AI, and investment through business creation, and will continue to create businesses in new fields such as space and life sciences.

Facts:
- The corporate logo was renewed effective Nov. 1, 2026.
- The company operates in 5 areas: new business, recruiting, M&A, AI, and investment.
- It is a coined word born from 4 phrases: Beyond the Edge (going beyond the cutting edge), Beyond the Bridge (connecting different fields), Beyond the Challenge (taking on new challenges), and Beyond the Image (exceeding people's imagination).
- August 2022

## ONLYOFFICE Documents version 10.0 for iOS and Android has arrived!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000138312.html
- anchor: #n3700007
- Companies mentioned: Ascensio Systems Pte. Ltd、ONLYOFFICE、Grok、DeepSeek、OpenAI、Anthropic、Google AI、Mistral、Ollama、Google、Samsung、Huawei、Xiaomi

Ascensio Systems Pte. Ltd has released version 10.0 of the free app ONLYOFFICE Documents for iOS and Android. In addition to using AI for document management, editors, form filling, and image generation, it supports Grok and DeepSeek, adds stronger integration with ONLYOFFICE cloud, and supports voice input and read-aloud.

Facts:
- The company announced the release of version 10.0 of ONLYOFFICE Documents, its free mobile app for iOS and Android.
- On iPhones and iPads running iOS 26 or later, you can enter prompts for AI chat and the editor assistant by voice.

## A hearing technique to draw out the true feelings of host companies, going beyond "we handle it in-house" on the phone [Held Nov. 10 at 12:00]

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000182848.html
- anchor: #n3700006
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アスレバ、野村證券株式会社、Peatix

株式会社アスレバ will hold an online webinar from 12:00 on Nov. 10, 2026, for managers and sales leaders of registered support organizations. It will explain how to handle refusals in telemarketing calls for Specified Skilled Worker support services and hearing techniques to draw out the true feelings of host companies.

Facts:
- Nov. 10, 2026
- From 12:00
- Track record of negotiations and support with over 1,000 companies

## [PDハウス] Supporting daily life with Parkinson's disease! 5 health events to be held in Tokyo, Osaka, and online in November

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000100797.html
- anchor: #n3700005
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンウェルズ、PDハウス、つつみクリニック、順天堂大学

株式会社サンウェルズ will hold 5 health events in Tokyo, Osaka, and online in November at PDハウス, its nursing care facilities specializing in Parkinson's disease.

Facts:
- 56 facilities open nationwide

## ROLEUP speaks at IPO seminar hosted by 日本経済新聞社; CEO Watanabe and others take the stage on the theme "Moving Beyond IPO and Listing as the Goal"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000117636.html
- anchor: #n3700004
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ROLEUP、日本経済新聞社、ROLEUP税理士法人、ROLEUP監査法人、日本プライベートエクイティ、有限責任監査法人トーマツ、PwCアドバイザリー合同会社、三菱UFJモルガン・スタンレー証券

株式会社ROLEUP will speak at an online seminar hosted by 日本経済新聞社 on Nov. 10, 2026, giving a talk on corporate value enhancement strategies under the theme "Moving Beyond IPO and Listing as the Goal."

Facts:
- Nov. 10, 2026
- 13:00〜17:00
- 14:45〜15:15
- Market capitalization of 10 billion yen
- September 2022

## For kids who love heavy machinery! "Mogura Construction: Illustrated Book of Working Heavy Machines" and "Mogura Construction Puzzle Set" now on sale!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000090113.html
- anchor: #n3700003
- Companies mentioned: 童心社

童心社 will release "Mogura Construction: Illustrated Book of Working Heavy Machines" for ages 3 to 6, and "Mogura Construction Puzzle Set," which combines a picture book with a 20-piece puzzle, on Oct. 28, 2026.

Facts:
- 3 titles in the series have been published so far.
- For ages 3 to 6.
- 20-piece beginner puzzle
- List price: 1,600 yen plus 10% tax
- List price: 2,000 yen plus 10% tax
- Release date: Oct. 28, 2026
- Specs: B5 format / 40 pages
- Specs: B5 format / 32 pages
- Target: ages 3 and up
- *Size: Both the picture book and puzzle are B5 format / 26.6 x 19.1 cm
- List price: 1,400 yen plus 10% tax
- Release date: July 15, 2023
- Release date: June 1, 2024

## Co-Innovation University (CoIU) and Fukuoka Jisho partner to open a CoIU regional base at "Fukuoka Innovation Lab.Tenjin"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000089397.html
- anchor: #n3700002
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人CoIU、Co-Innovation University、福岡地所株式会社

Co-Innovation University (CoIU), operated by 学校法人CoIU, and 福岡地所株式会社 will conclude a comprehensive partnership agreement on Oct. 29, 2026, and establish a CoIU regional base at "Fukuoka Innovation Lab.Tenjin" in Tenjin, Fukuoka. They will offer practice-based education, recurrent education, mentoring, joint research, and demonstration experiments.

Facts:
- We are pleased to announce that a comprehensive partnership agreement was concluded on Oct. 29, 2026.
- Co-Innovation University, which opened in April 2026
- A 4-year private university that opened in Hida City, Gifu Prefecture, in April 2026.
- Regional bases have been established at 18 locations nationwide, including Fukuoka City
- Four initiatives advanced through comprehensive collaboration
- ◯Capital: 100 million yen
- ◯Established: July 1961

## Weather phenomena like clouds, wind, and rain turned into characters! "Kirakira Tenki Zukan," which explains how weather works in an easy-to-understand way with illustrations and manga

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000109427.html
- anchor: #n3700001
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大泉書店、いかだ社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

株式会社大泉書店 released the illustrated manga "Anata no Shiranai Himitsu ga Takusan! Kirakira Tenki Zukan," which turns weather phenomena into characters, on Nov. 2, 2026. It is supervised by Hideaki Iwatsuki, with manga and illustrations by Yuriko Nanami.

Facts:
- Release date: Nov. 2, 2026
- Size: 21.0×14.8cm
- Pages: 144 pages
- List price: 1,500 yen (excluding tax)
- ISBN: 978-4-278-08595-2

## Summon your favorite with AR just by holding up your smartphone: Orders open for virtual link card "SHIGLIA"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000110924.html
- anchor: #n3700000
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AttendMe、株式会社コマースOneホールディングス

VTuberインフルエンサーマーケティングを手がける株式会社AttendMeは、NFC搭載AR機能付きカード「SHIGLIA（シグリア）」の受注受付を開始した。30名のVTuberとコラボレーションしたこのカードは、スマホをかざすだけで推しのイラストをAR召喚できるデジタルグッズであり、1枚2,400円（税込）で販売される。

Facts:
- 30 VTubers
- Track record of tie-ups with more than 300 VTubers
- Price: ¥2,400 (tax included)
- Currently partnered with more than 3,000 VTubers
- Total SNS followers exceed 30 million
- Capital: 30 million yen

## 【生ビール1杯1円⁉️】何杯飲んでも！焼肉こじま離れ 針中野、7日間限定の1周年感謝祭

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000172503.html
- anchor: #n3699999
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社こじま

株式会社こじまは、「焼肉こじま離れ 針中野」の開店1周年を記念し、2026年11月1日から7日までの7日間、ディナータイム対象の生ビール・角ハイボール・レモンサワーを何杯でも1杯1円で提供する感謝祭を開催する。混雑が予想され、事前予約を案内している。

Facts:
- 1杯1円
- Limited to 7 days
- Sunday, Nov. 1 to Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
- 3 types
- 90-minute seating limit, last order at 60 minutes
- Founded in Habikino, Osaka in 1978.
- Established: Jan. 6, 2021

## Eddie Bauer launches its first shoe collection since returning to Japan. Two models featuring Vibram soles make their debut.

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000064544.html
- anchor: #n3699998
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社水甚、Eddie Bauer、Vibram、ZOZOTOWN、Instagram

Eddie Bauer, operated by 株式会社水甚, will begin selling its first shoe collection since returning to Japan, "TACOMA" and "BAKER MOC," on Nov. 5 at physical stores in Japan, the official online store, and ZOZOTOWN. Both models use Vibram soles.

Facts:
- Sales will begin on Nov. 5 at physical stores in Japan, the official online store, and ZOZOTOWN.
- *Release in some areas of Hokkaido and Kyushu is Nov. 6.
- PRICE: ¥30,800 (tax included)
- PRICE: ¥24,200 (tax included)

## Applications open for the 3rd (final) round of emergency support for small and medium-sized enterprises facing soaring raw material prices due to the Middle East situation

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000175765.html
- anchor: #n3699997
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、公益財団法人東京都中小企業振興公社、（公財）東京都中小企業振興公社、東京都中小企業振興公社

東京都 and the （公財）東京都中小企業振興公社 have opened the 3rd (final) round of applications for the "Emergency Measures Program to Stabilize Management Foundations Amid Raw Material Price Surges Due to the Middle East Situation," targeting small and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo affected by soaring raw material prices due to the Middle East situation. The maximum subsidy is 20 million yen.

Facts:
- Maximum subsidy: 20 million yen
- Subsidy rate: Up to 4/5 of eligible expenses
- 1 year from the grant decision date
- 3rd round application period: Nov. 2
- to 30
- Application amount of 1 million yen or less

## Love begins at the aquarium this winter. "Winter Heartthrob Aquarium," a town-wide matchmaking event making use of the latest technology, to be held

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000112370.html
- anchor: #n3699996
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青々、株式会社e-lamp.、相模ゴム工業株式会社、NPO法人地域活性化支援センター

In collaboration between Sapporo's aquarium "AOAO SAPPORO" and 株式会社e-lamp., an experiential matchmaking event, "Winter Heartthrob Aquarium," will be held a total of 3 times in December 2026 and February and March 2027.

Facts:
- It will be held a total of 3 times
- Women 4,500 yen
- Men 6,500 yen
- Capacity: 60 participants
- A total of 73 species of animals

## Co-LABO MAKER and スパークル begin collaboration to connect research seeds with regional industries

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000107076.html
- anchor: #n3699995
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Co-LABO MAKER、Co-LABO MAKER、スパークル株式会社、スパークル

Co-LABO MAKER and スパークル have begun a collaboration connecting research seeds with regional industries, working on joint research, the formation of PoCs, and support for new business development.

## Notice of the "Debt and Household Finance Consultation Week"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000116700.html
- anchor: #n3699994
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人ＮＴＳセーフティ家計総合研究所

一般社団法人ＮＴＳセーフティ家計総合研究所 has set up a "Debt and Household Finance Consultation Week," and this month, from 9:00 to 16:00 on Nov. 9 (Mon.) to Nov. 13 (Fri.), it will accept household finance consultations free of charge for up to 2 consultations after reception.

Facts:
- Approximately 10,000 or more cases
- Nov. 9 (Mon.) to Nov. 13 (Fri.)
- 9:00 to 16:00
- Free for up to 2 consultations
- For the 3rd consultation onward, please see our website
- 0120-49-3704

## Archive of "Shinsotsu Saiyo Mirai Kaigi 2026 Autumn," hosted by MIL株式会社 and sponsored by our company, is streaming until Nov. 10 (Tue.). All sessions, including the keynote and case study talks, can be viewed

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000061059.html
- anchor: #n3699993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Delight、MIL株式会社、ワンメディア株式会社、パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社、株式会社揚羽、CREVO株式会社、BETA株式会社、株式会社プルークス、株式会社Bizibl Technologies、RecUp

Archive streaming of the online conference "Shinsotsu Saiyo Mirai Kaigi 2026 Autumn," hosted by MIL株式会社 and sponsored by 株式会社Delight, is available free of charge until Nov. 10.

Facts:
- Decoded from the voices of 1,000 Gen Z members
- 1-hour free recruitment consultation

## 【11/26無料共催セミナー】来期のマーケ予算、「何に・いくら・なぜ」を説明できますか？ 一律CPA管理から抜け出すBtoBマーケティング予算ポートフォリオ

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000054994.html
- anchor: #n3699992
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イノーバ、スマートキャンプ株式会社、富士通、楽天、ネクスパス、トーチライト、博報堂DYグループ、デロイトトーマツコンサルティング合同会社、セールスフォース

株式会社イノーバとスマートキャンプ株式会社が、2026年11月26日に無料オンラインセミナーを開催し、BtoBマーケティング予算のポートフォリオ構築やCPA管理からの脱却方法について解説する。

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- 12:00より
- Management issues of more than 5000 companies
- More than 30,000 downloads in total

## The collaboration between "Craft Boss" and "Pan to Espresso to" is here! "Craft Boss Croissant Latte," which recreates the blissful taste of enjoying a croissant and a café latte at the same time, is newly released!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000035358.html
- anchor: #n3699991
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日と々と、サントリービバレッジ＆フード株式会社

株式会社日と々と and サントリービバレッジ＆フード株式会社 will release "Craft Boss Croissant Latte," a collaboration with "Pan to Espresso to," for a limited time at supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide from Nov. 10, and will run collaboration menus and campaigns at 19 stores.

Facts:
- 78 stores in Japan and overseas
- From Nov. 10 (Tue.)
- 19 "Pan to Espresso to" stores nationwide
- Nov. 10 (Tue.) to Dec. 10 (Thu.)
- Limit of 1 per person
- Limited to the first 100 customers at each store
- "Croissant Latte" 900 yen (tax included)
- 2026年11月10日(火)～24日(火)
- "Boss Jacket Made with a Bakery" 5 winners

## [Exhibition Report] Report on 130 Pet Owners' Usage Experiences Delivered to Veterinarians: M&N's CBD Exhibits at the 47th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Veterinary Clinical Medicine

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000046506.html
- anchor: #n3699990
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウェルファーマ、M&N's CBD、公益財団法人 動物臨床医学研究所

M&N's CBD, the CBD care brand of 株式会社ウェルファーマ, exhibited at the 47th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Veterinary Clinical Medicine held in Oct. 2026, providing veterinarians with evidence materials and a report on the usage experiences of 130 pet owners.

Facts:
- Meeting attendance: 2,556 people
- 881 veterinarians
- Exhibition: 188 booths
- 150 cooperating companies

## [Sayama, Saitama Prefecture] First in the prefecture! A dispenser offering free sanitary napkins, "OiTr（オイテル）", installed in the city hall. Making "no worries about periods" the norm at city hall too.

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000042592.html
- anchor: #n3699989
- Companies mentioned: OiTr、OiTr（オイテル）

Sayama, Saitama Prefecture, has become the first municipality in the prefecture to install a touchless dispenser, "OiTr（オイテル）", offering free sanitary napkins at its city hall, and will begin operating it on Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- 4 units in total
- Nov. 2, Reiwa 8 (2026)
- Oct. 1, Reiwa 8 (2026)
- March 2022

## Let's Make a Bookshelf and Wooden Box You Can Use at Home! <Kawanishi, Hyogo Prefecture>

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000122541.html
- anchor: #n3699988
- Companies mentioned: 川西市黒川里山センター、NPO法人コクレオの森

川西市黒川里山センターは、小学生10名を対象に本棚や木箱を作る木工体験を開く。11月7日13:00から同センターで、工作人员がのこぎりやクランプの使い方と仕上げ方を教える。

Facts:
- 木工体験は11月7日(土)13:00～15:00に開催される。
- The venue is the Multipurpose Room (new building) of 黒川里山センター.
- The workshop is for elementary school students, with a capacity of 10.
- The participation fee is 1,500 yen, payable in cash on the day.
- Staff will teach how to make bookshelves and wooden boxes you can use at home.
- Staff will teach how to use tools such as saws and clamps.
- Staff will teach tips for a neat finish.
- Accompanying persons can participate for free.

## Naoyuki Kosaka, Group CEO of 株式会社Hokanグループ, Appointed Director of 一般社団法人Fintech協会

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000028337.html
- anchor: #n3699987
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Hokanグループ、一般社団法人Fintech協会、外資系化粧品会社、外資系生命保険会社、ファイナンシャル・ジャパン、新生銀行グループ、hokan、株式会社CIEN、Frich株式会社

Naoyuki Kosaka, President and Representative Director and Group CEO of 株式会社Hokanグループ, has been appointed a director of 一般社団法人Fintech協会.

Facts:
- In 2013
- In 5 fiscal years
- Over 200 people
- 11 branches nationwide
- April 2019
- 850+ employees
- 50+ branches nationwide
- April 2024
- August 2017
- October 2014
- 1st
- September 2015

## [TechSuite株式会社] [Industry-Specific Survey No. 30] AI検索パートナーズ Conducts Survey on AI Search Optimization (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO) for Choosing Medical Device Trading Companies and Distributors | 122 Companies Observed

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000118298.html
- anchor: #n3699986
- Companies mentioned: TechSuite株式会社、AI検索パートナーズ、ChatGPT、Google AI Overviews、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Gemini、Perplexity、TFCO株式会社、バクヤスAI 記事代行

Through its AI search optimization service "AI検索パートナーズ", TechSuite株式会社 surveyed AI answers about choosing medical device trading companies and distributors, finding that 122 companies were mentioned and that the answers follow a long-tail structure.

Facts:
- The number of companies observed reaches 122
- The subjects are 72 AI answers collected as of Nov. 2026
- The appearance rate is only 25.0%
- Even the top 5 companies combined account for 20.4% of total mentions
- For questions aimed at clinical engineers... 44.4%, the highest
- For questions aimed at clinic managers... 33.3%
- For questions aimed at hospital medical affairs staff... 28.6%, the highest
- The company's own official website is the most common at 42.2%
- Has a track record of producing AI articles for over 300 companies

## 【学生対象】宮崎県主催のオンライン就職イベントを開催します！

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000115850.html
- anchor: #n3699985
- Companies mentioned: 宮崎県、Zoom

宮崎県 will hold the online job event "Miyazaki Prefectural Companies Discovery Online Talk LIVE!! [Company Research Edition]" on Nov. 28 and 29, Reiwa 8, for university students and others expected to graduate in or after March 2028. About 60 companies recruiting in the prefecture will promote their appeal, with each company's broadcast lasting 20 minutes. Aptitude tests will be offered to the first 25 applicants.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 28, and Sunday, 29, Reiwa 8
- University students, junior college students, vocational school students, and technical college students expected to graduate in or after March 2028
- About 60 companies (including government-related organizations) recruiting personnel to work in 宮崎県
- Each company's broadcast lasts 20 minutes.
- Aptitude test (first 25 applicants)

## About 70% Care for Rough Heels with Moisturizer Alone | Survey Reveals Why They "Don't Heal": 15% May Actually Have Hyperkeratotic Athlete's Foot

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000056499.html
- anchor: #n3699984
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック、東京大学医学部附属病院、日本皮膚科学会

A survey conducted by 医療法人社団鉄結会 found that about 70% of people care for rough or cracked heels with moisturizer alone, while over 40% have seen no improvement for more than 1 year. More than 80% do not know the characteristics of hyperkeratotic athlete's foot, revealing that people cannot tell dryness apart from athlete's foot.

Facts:
- 68.3% care for them with "moisturizer alone"
- 42.7% have seen no improvement for more than 1 year
- 81.0% do not know the characteristics of hyperkeratotic athlete's foot
- Only 12.3% said they can tell them apart correctly
- 35.7% have experienced bleeding or pain from cracks
- Of those, only 23.4% saw a dermatologist

## [New Umenohana Product] "Kaki Dashi no Moto" Japanese-Style Soup Stock Made with 100% Hiroshima-Grown Oyster Extract Goes on Sale

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000079479.html
- anchor: #n3699983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社梅の花サービス、株式会社梅の花グループ

株式会社梅の花サービス will sell the new product "Kaki Dashi no Moto," made with 100% Hiroshima-grown oyster extract, in limited quantities from around Nov. 10, 2026.

Facts:
- Sales start: from around Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, in limited quantities
- Contents: 240g
- Price: 500 yen (tax included)
- Fried oysters (7 pieces) 1,400 yen
- With the Lunch Kaiseki Course, you can add fried oysters (3 pieces) at a special price of 580 yen.
- 株式会社梅の花グループ marked its 50th anniversary in July 2026.
- Employees at about 120 stores nationwide welcome customers with smiles.

## On Busy Days, Pork Miso Soup and Rice Are All You Need! Quick, Easy and Delicious Recipes: 54 Dishes in "Mainichi Tonjiru" Published!

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000004767.html
- anchor: #n3699982
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋経済新報社、高橋書店、扶桑社、NHK、Amazon

株式会社東洋経済新報社 will publish the latest book by culinary expert Makiko Oda, "Mainichi Tonjiru," on Nov. 3, 2026. It introduces 54 quick recipes made with vegetables in the refrigerator and everyday seasonings.

Facts:
- It will be published on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
- Pork and 1 to 2 kinds of vegetables from the refrigerator
- List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Format: A5 size / softcover / 128 pages /
- Approaching 600,000 copies for the series
- Over 850,000 copies for the series
- Author of more than 120 books

## 【鳥取県・伯耆町】11月8日、大阪・天満橋で移住相談。伯耆町が「とっとり移住・しごとフェア」に初出展

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000091165.html
- anchor: #n3699981
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あるやうむ、伯耆町、鳥取県、公益財団法人ふるさと鳥取県定住機構、公益社団法人ふるさと回帰・移住交流推進機構 ふるさと回帰支援センター・大阪

株式会社あるやうむの地域おこし協力隊DAOソリューションにより、鳥取県伯耆町の宮本梨絵さんが11月8日に大阪で開催される「とっとり移住・しごとフェア」に初出展し、移住相談を行う。

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- 17 municipalities in 鳥取県
- Population of about 10,000
- Lived in Germany for 18 years
- First 77 people

## "Mintia+VOiCE" collaborates with TV anime "Akane-banashi"

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000419.000059194.html
- anchor: #n3699980
- Companies mentioned: アサヒグループ食品株式会社、(株)アイムエンタープライズ、ゼクシズ、テレビ朝日、BS朝日、集英社、インテージSRI+

Asahi Group Foods will collaborate with the TV anime "Akane-banashi" to promote the voice actor-endorsed tablet "Mintia+VOiCE Lemon Ginger," running transit advertising on the JR Yamanote Line.

Facts:
- From Nov. 2 to 16
- All 14 characters
- No. 1 in tablet candy market sales
- Celebrated its 30th anniversary since launch
- Sales results in 2025 were 26.1 billion yen
- Launched in 2022
- Cumulative comic circulation surpasses 4 million copies
- As of August 2026
- Broadcast on a 24-station nationwide network
- Season 2 scheduled to air from January 2027

## Track releases "Practical Cybersecurity Problems Using Generative AI" to measure advanced cybersecurity skills

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000420.000002454.html
- anchor: #n3699979
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギブリー、Track

株式会社ギブリーは、スキルインテリジェンスプラットフォーム「Track」を提供し、生成AIを活用した実践的サイバーセキュリティ問題および高度サイバーセキュリティ人材育成研修をリリースした。

Facts:
- Cumulative supported companies of more than 4,000
- Support record in the generative AI field amounts to more than 1,000 companies
- 5 confidential pieces of information (flags) hidden within the system
- Established: April 2009

## KRAFTON unveils "Ludi 0.2," AI for robots that understand human intent and collaborate

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000437.000082433.html
- anchor: #n3699978
- Companies mentioned: KRAFTON、株式会社KRAFTON、KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、Ludo Robotics、NVIDIA

Ludo Robotics, KRAFTON's robotics research subsidiary, has unveiled the AI system "Ludi 0.2" for robots that understand human intent and collaborate.

Facts:
- "Ludi 0.2"
- For about 20 years
- "Ludi 0.1"

## [Dec. 2] Limited to 15 decision-makers in their 50s and 60s | Executive gathering co-hosted with 株式会社CELL LAB

- Published: 2026-11-02T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000464.000015335.html
- anchor: #n3699977
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オンリーストーリー、株式会社CELL LAB、ジャパン株式会社、株式会社CCH

株式会社オンリーストーリー will hold an executive gathering in Ebisu on Dec. 2, 2026, co-hosted with 株式会社CELL LAB, limited to 15 decision-makers in their 50s and 60s.

Facts:
- Limited to 15 people
- About 8,000 decision-makers
- Satisfaction of over 90% every week
- Limited to 25 people per month
- Paid members: 10,000 yen
- Free members and non-members: 20,000 yen