The official "Atashin'chi" YouTube channel, operated by Shin-Ei Animation and SC Digital, is collaborating with 株式会社Mizkan（ミツカン）. An original anime will be released starting Nov. 6, 2026, along with special projects such as in-store pop displays and recipe introductions.
[Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO] Finnish architectural philosophy and Fukui materials resonate in "Kanshukuen Tsudoi TSUDOI," a private sauna villa, grand opening on Oct. 31
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The private sauna villa "歓宿縁 聚 TSUDOI," designed by Finnish architecture firm Studio Puisto, held its grand opening on Oct. 31, 2026 at the hot spring auberge "歓宿縁" in Eiheiji, Fukui Prefecture, operated by 株式会社アクアイグニス. Produced by 石田屋二左衛門株式会社, the facility blends Finnish architectural philosophy with Fukui materials.
"Cosmetic Medicine MASTER CLASS" joins UNION EXPO 2026, hosted by Union Tech, as a co-organizer
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ユニオンテック株式会社 announced that "Cosmetic Medicine MASTER CLASS" will join as a co-organizer of the experiential event "UNION EXPO 2026," to be held at Shibuya Hikarie on Nov. 8, 2026. The venue will host special lectures by doctors and free consultation booths, with representatives of セルソース株式会社, WOM CLINIC GINZA, THE CLINIC 東京院 and others speaking and participating.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
6 doctors
Has accepted commissions for more than 130,000 cases of cell processing
Building on a track record of more than 12,000 cases
Capital: 100 million yen
Companies mentioned：ユニオンテック株式会社、セルソース株式会社、WOM CLINIC GINZA、THE CLINIC 東京院、KAI CLINIC TOKYO、Shion Beauty Clinic、HAIR OF TOKYO
Developed a new method to easily detect DNA mutations
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The Ohno Hayao Laboratory at 日本女子大学 has developed "OddCAPS," a new method for detecting single nucleotide variants (SNVs) simply and at low cost. The method can be performed with only a standard PCR machine and an electrophoresis apparatus, and can detect any single base using 8 types of restriction enzymes. The research results were published in the journal G3: Genes, Genomes, Genetics.
Demonstration experiment combining joint truck delivery and drone delivery in 松江市 to resolve driver shortage
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株式会社エアロネクスト and its strategic subsidiary NEXT DELIVERY conducted a demonstration experiment combining joint truck delivery and drone delivery in 松江市 in October 2026, as an initiative of the 松江市モーダルシフト協議会. Aimed at resolving the driver shortage, it tested the delivery of documents as well as prepared meals and light cargo.
JDSC selected for the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' "AI x 'Rural Areas' Impact Creation Solution Implementation Program"
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株式会社JDSC has had "Drone Utilization for Wildlife and Disease Countermeasures" selected under the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' "AI x 'Rural Areas' Impact Creation Solution Implementation Program." In this solution, AI-equipped drones automatically patrol pastures, detect cattle abnormalities and wildlife damage, and notify farmers, aiming to reduce patrol time by 30 to 50%.
Facts
20 initiatives, including that of JDSC, were selected
Bringing the fun of mochi barley to your usual rice balls: "Freshly Made Onigiri for Rediscovering Deliciousness and Health: Balanced Ways to Eat ~Choose Your Rice~," enjoying the textures of fillings and rice, to be held from Nov. 2
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株式会社はくばく, 株式会社マリノ and 一般社団法人おにぎり協会 will carry out a campaign from Nov. 2 to 30, 2026, selling a limited-time rice ball using mochi barley, "Steamed Chicken and Plum Miso Mochi Barley Onigiri," at 3 locations of ごちそう焼むすび おにまる.
Facts
The domestic rice ball specialty store market is expanding, at 26.3 billion yen in 2026, up 1.9% from the previous year,
From Monday, Nov. 2 to Monday, Nov. 30, 2026
It will be held at 3 locations: the Nishi-Shinjuku store, the Sakae Mori underground mall store, and the Meieki Sunroad store
西尾レントオール to sponsor and exhibit at "BALL PARK LAND 2026 & 輝友杯"!
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西尾レントオール, a subsidiary of ニシオホールディングス, will sponsor and exhibit at "BALL PARK LAND 2026" and the "輝友杯 2026 NISSHIN NAGAKUTE DIVISION," to be held at the Nisshin Campus of Aichi Gakuin University in Dec. 2026.
東急リバブル's first condominium to introduce facial recognition
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DXYZ has introduced the facial recognition ID platform "FreeiD" at "Lugente Shinjuku," developed by 東急リバブル. This is the first such introduction for 東急リバブル, with completion scheduled for late Oct. 2026 and move-in scheduled to begin in late Mar. 2027.
Seed's "BLUE SEED PROJECT" logo and official website renewed
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株式会社シード has renewed the logo and official website of "BLUE SEED PROJECT," its project to collect and recycle empty cases of disposable contact lenses. A demonstration experiment using chemical recycling began in July 2026, with cumulative collection of 28,922 kg and cumulative donations of 238,194 yen (as of Nov. 2, 2026).
Facts
Cumulative collection to date is 28,922 kg
Cumulative donations total 238,194 yen
Products are delivered to more than 50 countries and regions
[Free listing] Tax accountant search site 税理士STATION to open in Jan. 2027! Advance registration for tax accounting firms begins Nov. 2
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株式会社TECO Design will open the tax accountant search site 税理士STATION in Jan. 2027, and will begin accepting free advance registration for tax accounting firms and corporations from Nov. 2, 2026.
New commercial starring Mao Asada shot at Nobu Ryokan Malibu in the U.S.
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株式会社エアウィーヴ will release a new commercial, "Nobu Malibu" edition, starring Mao Asada on Nov. 2, and air it nationwide from Nov. 18. The commercial was shot at the luxury hotel Nobu Ryokan Malibu in Malibu, California, U.S., where the company's bed mattresses are installed in all guest rooms, and also features Nobuyuki Matsuhisa.
[CDP Speaker Seminar] "CDP2027: Explaining the Background to the Changes and Common Pitfalls in Water Security Responses" to be held on Nov. 18 (Wed)
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八千代エンジニヤリング株式会社 will hold an online seminar on Nov. 18, 2026 explaining the background to the changes in CDP2027 and key points for water security responses.
Nippon Express and NX Shoji to exhibit at Daifuku's comprehensive showroom "Hi ni Arata Kan"
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Nippon Express and NX Shoji will exhibit at Daifuku's comprehensive showroom "Hi ni Arata Kan" and, from Nov. 4, 2026, will present dedicated electric mobility and load-reducing equipment under the theme of "warehouses friendly to everyone."
株式会社ADKエモーションズ will exhibit at "Jump Festa 2027," to be held at Makuhari Messe on Dec. 19 and 20, 2026. At the booth, there will be a cast talk show for "The New Prince of Tennis," exhibits and greetings for "The New Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Koen-mae Hashutsujo" and the "Yu-Gi-Oh!" series, and merchandise sales.
Beyont builds NTTドコモ's "qualification challenge support inquiry AI agent" in 2 months
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株式会社Beyont used Microsoft Copilot Studio to build, in 2 months, an MVP of a "qualification challenge support inquiry AI agent" for the Career Design Office of the General Affairs and Human Resources Department at NTTドコモ. It aims to cut about 2,000 inquiries a year and improve the rate of application errors.
Business partnership begins with Japan's first voice-actor talent agency, Aoni Production; students recreate listener episodes with their voices! New project launches between Aoni Production and Yoyogi Animation Institute
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株式会社代々木アニメーション学院 and 株式会社青二プロダクション, Japan's first voice-actor talent agency, have formed a business partnership and are launching a new project in which current students appear as assistant voice actors on the radio program "零⼟とこすこのヤンヤン⼤放送." In addition, special classes taught by voice actors affiliated with 株式会社青二プロダクション will be held throughout the year.
JPYSC lending (coin lending) balance surpasses 10 billion yen, and total JPYSC handled balance also surpasses 30 billion yen
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SBI VCトレード announced that, as of Nov. 2, 2026, its JPYSC lending balance had surpassed 10 billion yen and its total JPYSC handled balance had surpassed 30 billion yen.
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of ラルフ ローレン's arrival in Japan, 2 original blend coffees developed by Tetsu Kasuya, 2016 World Brewers Cup world champion, and related products will go on sale from Nov. 2, 2026 at ラルフズ コーヒー locations nationwide.
Heading to the pinnacle of creativity where color and sensibility intersect: "KIRATERA CONTEST 26-27" is held. Top prize expanded to 1 million yen. Entries open Nov. 2 for hairdressers, barbers and beauty students in Japan and abroad.
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株式会社b-ex will hold the creative contest "KIRATERA CONTEST 26-27," hosted by its hair color brand "KIRATERA," with the top prize expanded to 1 million yen. Entries open Nov. 2 for hairdressers, barbers and beauty students in Japan and abroad.
A freestanding hair iron that is easy to use at home or on the go. New "Minus Ion Cordless Iron" released, with a large-capacity 5000mAh battery and usable overseas!
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小泉成器株式会社 announced the launch of the "Minus Ion Cordless Iron," a freestanding cordless hair iron equipped with a large-capacity 5000mAh battery that can also be used overseas.
"EDGE POKER" gets a major update on Friday, Oct. 30!
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DeNA has rolled out a major update to its poker game app "EDGE POKER," adding the official version of the ultra-large tournament "CHAMPIONSHIP" and a friend-match feature, "FRIEND GAME." It is also currently holding "EDGE TV CHAMPIONSHIP -JOB PRIDE-," a special tournament with a TV appearance as the prize, in collaboration with 株式会社POKER ROOM.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
matches of up to 6 players
about 15 to 30 minutes
as soon as the number of qualifiers reaches 20,000
[Nagano, Urugi Village] glampark Mori no Yado offers autumn 20% OFF stay plan. Enjoy a stay with Shinshu wagyu and amago BBQ and hot springs
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At "glampark Mori no Yado," operated by サステナブルホールディングス株式会社, an autumn 20% OFF stay plan is offered from Oct. 15, 2026 to Jan. 31, 2027. There is a plan with a BBQ using Shinshu wagyu and amago, and a room-only plan where guests can bring their own food.
Avitas publishes case study on human resource development for advanced internal audit at 株式会社三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ (MUFG)
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株式会社アビタス has published a success story on promoting acquisition of the CIA qualification in internal audit talent development at 株式会社三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ (MUFG).
Facts
Qualification holding rate rises to about 60%
Since fiscal 2012, Avitas has served as MUFG's educational foundation
Knowledge and know-how cultivated through Avitas's specialized education over 30 years
Himalayan climbing wear review released! Try on shells featuring "Everbreath" in stores and receive a limited-edition sticker | finetrack
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株式会社finetrack will run a campaign from Nov. 2, 2026, in which customers who try on products featuring its original material "Everbreath," which has a track record of use in harsh fields such as the Himalayas, in stores receive a limited-edition sticker designed by trail artist Ryosuke Iwashi.
Facts
From Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
6 series in total
4 outer shell series
2 mid shell series
日本山岳会 120th anniversary commemorative project
A pass at an altitude of 5,000 m
Even after heavy use for a total of 60 days in winter mountains
Win a "Japanese wagyu catalog gift" or a "BRUNO enamel two-handled pot" on the spot! "BOSCO Feast Campaign" now underway!
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Nisshin OilliO Group is running a prize draw campaign for purchasers of its olive oil "BOSCO." Prizes include a Japanese wagyu catalog gift and a BRUNO pot, and entrants who apply via LINE learn instantly whether they have won.
Facts
It has reached its 30th anniversary since launch this year
BOSCO Extra Virgin Olive Oil 456g
Original QUO Card Pay (1,000 yen)
Course A: Selectable Japanese wagyu catalog gift "Hatsuratsu" for 30 winners
Course B: BRUNO enamel two-handled pot 20 cm for 70 winners
Course C: Original QUO Card Pay (1,000 yen) for 900 winners
SHIFT AI launches new service for executives, "SHIFT AI EXECUTIVE," supporting executive-led "AI management"
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株式会社SHIFT AI has launched a new service for executives, "SHIFT AI EXECUTIVE." The service is a hands-on support service that helps executives realize "AI management," incorporating AI into management strategy and driving transformation of operations and organizations.
Facts
Membership exceeds 40,000
Mainly with annual revenue of 50 million yen or more
ブルックス's premium "Gourmet Coffee" series launches new "Vietnam with a Spring Breeze"
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株式会社ブルックス launched the new product "Vietnam with a Spring Breeze," made with Arabica from the southern highlands of Vietnam, in its premium "Gourmet Coffee" series on Nov. 1, 2026.
Eat new rice cooked with natural water! For Premium Water customers only! "New Rice 3-Variety Set Present Campaign"
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プレミアムウォーター株式会社 will start the "New Rice 3-Variety Set Present Campaign" exclusively for contract holders from Nov. 2, 2026. A new rice set from 尾形米穀店 will be given to 50 winners.
Refreshing fizz! The long-awaited soda flavor arrives from "Clorets" — "Clorets Soda" goes on sale nationwide on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
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Mondelez Japan will launch "Clorets Soda," a new soda-flavored product with reduced sweetness from its gum brand "Clorets," nationwide on Nov. 9, 2026.
Lion, 愛知県蒲郡市 and REMARE team up in public-private partnership to launch "Toothbrush Recycling," circulating used toothbrushes as a local resource
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ライオン株式会社, 愛知県蒲郡市 and 株式会社REMARE, three parties in a public-private partnership, will launch "Toothbrush Recycling," circulating used toothbrushes as a local resource. From Nov. 2026, collection boxes will be installed at public facilities in 蒲郡市 and elsewhere, with a collection target set through 2030.
Facts
To be introduced at 10 facilities in the city within the year
[Six Months After Enforcement of Measures to Prevent Occupational Accidents Among Older Workers] Consultations Open to Jointly Review Workplace Initiatives
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フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has begun accepting consultations to review workplace initiatives, marking six months since the enforcement of the law on preventing occupational accidents among older workers.
Akamai Threat Report: More Than 1 in 3 Login Attempts in APAC Are High or Critical Risk
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According to Akamai's threat report, 36.4% of login attempts in the APAC region were judged high or critical risk, exceeding the global average. The financial services industry is a primary target, and AI-powered fraud and Credential Stuffing attacks are increasing.
Player Rintaro Sasaki to Hold First Fan Event "Rintaro Sasaki SPECIAL TALK ROOM Real Voice: A 21-Year-Old's Resolve and Challenge" on Wednesday, Dec. 2
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The first fan event for MLB マイアミ・マーリンズ player Rintaro Sasaki will be held on Dec. 2, 2026, with Yoshinobu Takahashi as special guest and Mina Nagashima as host.
株式会社メディアジーン and 株式会社インフォバーン announced that 5 companies, Capital Digital, S.A.P.I. de C.V., 株式会社時事通信社, 株式会社ニューズ・ツー・ユーホールディングス, 株式会社フェリシモ and 株式会社U.S.I., will take an equity stake in their holding company 株式会社MI Company and promote strategic business collaboration.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メディアジーン、株式会社インフォバーン、株式会社MI Company、Capital Digital, S.A.P.I. de C.V.、株式会社時事通信社、株式会社ニューズ・ツー・ユーホールディングス、株式会社フェリシモ、株式会社U.S.I.
Meiko Diversity Week 2026 Held - Know the Differences. Accept the Differences. Think Together. -
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株式会社明光ネットワークジャパン held "Meiko Diversity Week 2026" from Oct. 19 to 21, 2026, providing an opportunity to learn about promoting DE&I and respecting diversity.
アクションリンク to Exhibit at "Business Match Tohoku 2026"
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株式会社ファブリカコミュニケーションズ, a wholly owned subsidiary, will exhibit its EC-specialized CRM tool "アクションリンク" at "Business Match Tohoku 2026," to be held at Yume Messe Miyagi on Nov. 12, 2026.
"Red Bull × Studyplus" Special Collaboration | Campaign Supporting Exam Takers' Final Spurt Launched
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スタディプラス株式会社 and レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社 will run the "Exam Takers' Final Spurt Support Campaign" from Nov. 2 to 15, 2026. Users of Studyplus who log their studies on 5 or more days will be eligible to win, by lottery, a special box containing Red Bull products and goods for 100 winners.
[Nov. 7 Event!] Makuake to Exhibit at "Autumn Headphone Festival 2026," a Celebration of Headphones and Earphones
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株式会社マクアケ will exhibit at the "Autumn Headphone Festival 2026" to be held on Nov. 7, 2026, presenting displays and listening experiences of the latest audio devices and AI devices currently being offered or planned on Makuake.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
With a history of more than 30 years
This will be the 5th exhibition
11:00〜18:00
26g ultra-lightweight
Approximately 100 financial institutions nationwide
Research by TCB's Dr. Kyosuke Iguchi and colleagues on double eyelid buried suture technique published in international journal Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Compares long-term retention rates of the double eyelid line by fixation method.
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Dr. Kyosuke Iguchi and colleagues of TCB東京中央美容外科 conducted a study comparing the long-term retention rates of percutaneous and transconjunctival fixation methods in buried suture double eyelid surgery, and published a paper in the international journal Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Facts
Targeted 423 cases that underwent buried suture double eyelid surgery
Bel Japon Adopts "QUO Card Pay" for Reward Marche Campaign, Covering Kiri, Boursin, Babybel and More; 1,500 Winners in Total by Course Selection
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株式会社クオカード's "QUO Card Pay" has been adopted for ベルジャポン株式会社's "Reward Marche Campaign," with gifts and QUO Card Pay to be given to a total of 1,500 purchasers of eligible products.
Facts
A total of 1,500 winners will receive prizes
QUO Card Pay worth 500 yen for 1,000 winners
Purchases of eligible products totaling 300 yen (tax included) or more
Enter by purchasing 500 yen (tax included) or more
Receipt showing purchases of 1,000 yen (tax included) or more
[Beauty Reward Course (equivalent to 3,000 yen)]
[Delicious Reward Course (equivalent to 5,000 yen)]
[Special Reward Course (equivalent to 10,000 yen)]
[Suzanne, Mamako Nakagami and the デジタル庁 Come to Fukuoka] Speakers Decided for Organizer Seminar at "Local Government Comprehensive Fair in Fukuoka"; Visitor Registration Opens | Dec. 16 and 17, Fukuoka International Center
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一般社団法人日本経営協会 announced the speakers for the organizer seminar at the "Local Government Comprehensive Fair in Fukuoka," to be held at Fukuoka International Center on Dec. 16 and 17, 2026, and opened visitor registration. Suzanne, Mamako Nakagami and a councillor from the デジタル庁 will speak and discuss regional revitalization and window-service DX.
New color for the "Jackery Portable Power Station 3600 Plus" arrives! "Pearl White," which blends easily into bright interiors, goes on limited sale at the official online store from Nov. 1 (Sun.)
Over 90% feel AI shortens work hours, of whom 71.1% say they do not actively tell their boss or company
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According to a survey conducted by ウイングアーク１ｓｔ株式会社, 95.2% of personnel say they feel AI use has shortened their work hours, but 71.1% of them do not actively tell their boss or company. In addition, the most common case, at 43.6%, was being able to grasp costs but not results.
株式会社ファイブグループ will release the second round of industry-academia collaboration menu items with the Yokokawa Seminar of 亜細亜大学 at the ガブ飲み処鬼ぞりゴリラ Kichijoji branch from Nov. 2 to 15, 2026.
[Opens Nov. 6 (Fri.)] Hit across the US, the much-talked-about "Verity" (by Colleen Hoover). The original novel goes on sale in bookstores with a new film-visual obi band! Shinjuku Vision large-scale ad and e-book campaign to be held!
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株式会社二見書房 will carry out promotions for the film "Verity," opening Nov. 6, 2026: displaying the original novel with a new film-visual obi band, airing a video ad on Shinjuku Vision, and running discount campaigns at e-book stores.
Facts
The film opens on Nov. 6 (Fri.), 2026
From Nov. 2 (Mon.) to Nov. 8 (Sun.)
From Nov. 6 (Fri.) to Nov. 19 (Thu.)
Up to 70% off
List price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Pages: 240 pages
Companies mentioned：株式会社二見書房、ソニー・ピクチャーズ、ブックライブ、BOOK☆WALKER、Amebaマンガ、honto、ebookjapan、COCORO BOOKS、dブック、DMM.com、GooglePlayブックス、U-NEXT、auブックパス、Reader Store
TASAKI holiday campaign launches. "Into the Unknown. READY TO OPEN"
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TASAKI has launched a holiday campaign featuring the short film "Into the Unknown. READY TO OPEN," set in the sea of Kujukushima. Directed by Alix Bortoli with music by Miki, it is expressed through stop-motion animation using Kyoto-made washi paper. From November, it will be displayed at boutiques around the world, the Ginza flagship store, and 3 pop-up stores nationwide.
Revised and new-format editions of the "Eiken® Deru-jun Pass-tan Quick Check" series to be published Nov. 2 (Mon.)! A workbook for "learning by solving" the words and idioms included in the long-selling vocabulary books "Eiken® Deru-jun Pass-tan 6th Revised Edition and New-format 5th Revised Edition"!
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株式会社旺文社 published on Nov. 2 three revised and new-format editions of the "Eiken® Deru-jun Pass-tan Quick Check" series, a check workbook for studying the words and idioms of its long-selling vocabulary book series "Eiken® Deru-jun Pass-tan."
オープン株式会社 acquired the cloud RPA "BizteX cobit" business provided by BizteX株式会社 as of Oct. 30, 2026. It will now strengthen support for business process transformation using generative AI and AI agents.
[UN GRAIN] Santa Claus's forgotten items found on a Christmas street corner. Reservations open Nov. 2 (Mon.) for a "Christmas-only" set of 6 mignardises
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UN GRAIN, the mignardises specialty shop operated by 株式会社ヨックモック, will begin taking reservations on Nov. 2, 2026 for its Christmas-only product "Petit Noël 2026." Priced at 6,480 yen, it is a set of 6 pieces themed around items Santa Claus forgot. A classic baked-sweets assortment set is also planned for sale.
Facts
6,480 yen (tax included)
6 mignardises
3,370 yen (tax included)
1 point added for every 1,000 yen of purchase price
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヨックモック、UN GRAIN、パティスリーパリセヴェイユ、Au chant Du Coq
株式会社ゴンチャ ジャパン announced 3 discoveries, including that about 30% of autumn-winter sweet drinks are fruit-inspired, from an AI analysis of over 1,700 ideas in its 2026 drink development project "ゴンチャ Crew Championship 2026."
Facts
Over 1,700
507 fruit-based ideas
About 28% of submitted ideas
"Apple" had 66
"Pear" had 56
"Chocolate" had 278
"Sweet potato" 220
"Chestnut" 210
It accounted for 39.3% of the total
In Hokkaido and Tohoku, "tropical fruit" ideas made up 8.2% of the total
[Free for a limited time] A child refusing school who "has nothing they like." How can curiosity be found? Both of 2 interviews with SOZOWスクール head Sho Kosukegawa released
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"Futoko Online," operated by 株式会社キズキ, is releasing both of 2 interviews with Sho Kosukegawa, head of SOZOWスクール, free for a limited time.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
All 2 interviews
Born in Akita Prefecture in 1980
After graduating from Keio University in 2003
Founded SOZOW(株) in June 2019
Selected for "Sugoi Venture 100" in 2021
Won the Catapult Grand Prix at ICC KYOTO 2022
Will launch AI consulting and AI solutions business in 2026
Over 50 varieties of apples are coming to Shibuya again this year! "Maybe Apple Picking Exhibition 2026" to be held at "Hobo Nichiyobi" in 渋谷PARCO!
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"Maybe Apple Picking Exhibition 2026" will be held at "Hobo Nichiyobi" in 渋谷PARCO, offering over 50 varieties of apples, sour apple juice, goods by Shinsuke Yoshitake and more from サンファーム in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture.
Yui Sakurai (FRUITS ZIPPER) appears for the first time in new Francfranc commercial! The greatest thrill upon meeting Santa, focus on the phrase "Are you Merry ?"
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Francfranc will release its 2026 Christmas commercial, featuring Yui Sakurai of FRUITS ZIPPER in her first appearance, from Nov. 2. Tied up with the new song "Are you Merry ?", it expresses a Christmas world that is enjoyed from the preparation stage. Related initiatives, including a special display at the Aoyama store and an SNS campaign, will also be held.
Facts
Released from Monday, Nov. 2
For Francfranc's 2026 Christmas
"Decoration" version (15 seconds)
"Decoration" version (30 seconds)
Active since 2022
Released her first photo book in Feb. 2024
Made her solo major debut from ユニバーサルミュージック in Sept. 2025
[Iizuka Takeshi Scholarship Foundation] Monthly university scholarship for 令和9 academic year set at record-high 68,000 yen. Monthly payments to previously selected recipients also raised to 68,000 yen
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The Iizuka Takeshi Scholarship Foundation raised the monthly university scholarship for 令和9 to a record-high 68,000 yen and increased payments to previously selected recipients to the same amount.
[Nov. 10 (Tue) 16:00] Free online seminar on breaking through the limits of logical thinking, led by Furuta, official evangelist at パナソニック Connect
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株式会社ビザスク will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 10 featuring Kunio Furuta, official evangelist at パナソニック Connect, on breaking through the limits of logical thinking and creating new businesses using AI.
Facts
Over 800,000 people in Japan and abroad combined (as of Feb. 2026)
Over 2,200 clients
For about 30 years
190 countries worldwide
1 in 4 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
ダンボールワン, the No. 1 domestic-share cardboard and packaging materials ordering platform for 9 consecutive years, surpasses 1 million members!
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Raksul Inc. announced that membership of its self-operated corrugated cardboard and packaging materials ordering platform "ダンボールワン" has surpassed 1,000,000, and that it has won the No. 1 domestic market share for 9 consecutive years. To commemorate this, it will hold a special sale in Nov. 2026.
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No. 1 domestic market share for 9 consecutive years
ピザーラ launches new "Adult Pizza Series"! Slightly sophisticated pizzas made with carefully selected ingredients, "Cacio e Pepe" and "THE Bacon Pizza" go on sale; new-sensation cheese sauce "Cacio Dip Sauce" also joins the lineup
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PIZZA-LA, the delivery pizza brand operated by 株式会社フォーシーズ, will release the new limited-time products "Cacio e Pepe" and "THE Bacon Pizza", made with carefully selected ingredients, from Nov. 4, 2026, and will also add the new-sensation cheese sauce "Cacio Dip Sauce" to its lineup.
On the results of the Hikari Collaboration Awards 2026: IIJmioひかり makes great strides! Best in overall satisfaction, line speed and intent to continue! In 10-gigabit services, ドコモ光 ranks No. 1
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株式会社イード announced the results of the "Hikari Collaboration Awards 2026". IIJmioひかり won top honors in overall satisfaction, line speed and intent to continue. In 10-gigabit services, ドコモ光 was named best.
Shinichi Kobayashi, one of the advertising industry's leading creators, becomes executive officer and CCO of アイリッジ, moving to a new structure for the AI era
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株式会社アイリッジ announced that it is bringing in Shinichi Kobayashi, a creator who was active for more than 30 years at 電通, 楽天 and other companies, as executive officer and CCO, and will build a new "technology x creative" structure for the AI era.
Facts
For over 30 years
Over 100 million monthly active users
Won more than 70 advertising awards in Japan and abroad
Has held more than 80 creative seminars since 2017
[Cross-Cultural Understanding Framework, Part 20] "Culture Map: Spain Edition" released (materials available free of charge)
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Insight Academy has made "Country Culture Map: Spain Edition," a material for global talent development, freely available. Based on Erin Meyer's framework, the material analyzes cultural differences between Japan and Spain using 8 indicators.
[New store information] "串カツ田中 阪急淡路店" to open on Wednesday, Nov. 4!
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New store information: a subsidiary of 株式会社串カツ田中 will open "串カツ田中 阪急淡路店" in Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, on Nov. 4, 2026. The company also announces stepped-up online holding of franchise recruitment briefings.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
56 seats
Cumulative total tops 30 million units!
Original1本50円(税込55円)！
Companies mentioned：株式会社ユニシアホールディングス、株式会社串カツ田中、株式会社ピソラ、TANAKA INTERNATIONAL INC.、TI.LA.INC.、株式会社ジーティーデザイン、株式会社ETOHA LAB
An event where participants compete on "effort" rather than learning "results" Take the challenge. You evolve in proportion to your effort. "The 23rd Surala Cup" to be held; entry opens at 10:00 on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
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株式会社すららネット will hold "The 23rd Surala Cup," an event in which participants compete on "effort" such as study time and number of units cleared. Entry opens at 10:00 on Nov. 2, 2026, and the main competition will run from Dec. 1, 2026 to Jan. 19, 2027.
Nowcast begins providing corporate sales AX tool "DataLens法人営業" and database service "DataLens CRE営業" to Mitsubishi Corporation Urban Development
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Nowcast has begun providing Mitsubishi Corporation Urban Development with the corporate sales AX tool "DataLens法人営業" and the real-estate-specific database service "DataLens CRE営業." This will support the company in making information gathering and research more efficient and in promoting DX in its real estate and urban development businesses.
Facts
Approx. 10 million real estate registration records
Over 5 million corporate records
More than 250 financial institutions in Japan and abroad
ホテル アゴーラ リージェンシー 大阪堺: Celebrate the new year at the hotel, a feast for the family; year-end countdown event and New Year Family Buffet 2027
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ホテル アゴーラ リージェンシー 大阪堺 will hold a countdown event on Dec. 31, 2026, and from Jan. 1 to 3, 2027 will offer the "New Year Family Buffet 2027," special New Year course meals, lucky bag sales and more.
Facts
Guest rooms: 241
Adults 9,300 yen
Children (ages 6 to 12) 3,300 yen
Preschoolers (ages 3 to 5) 1,100 yen
Member price: adults 8,800 yen
8,300 yen with early reservation discount
Toshikoshi soba set 2,800 yen
Free drinks 1,000 yen
Osechi set 5,500 yen
New Year course 23,000 yen
Suzan course 15,000 yen
Kazan course 11,000 yen
Taizan course 8,500 yen
Zodiac bread & Danish basket 2,500 yen
Worth 6,000 yen of popular items
Fagotto New Year lucky bag 3,000 yen
Gourmet ticket (worth 12,000)
Lucky bag 10,000 yen
Premium gourmet ticket (worth 140,000)
Lucky bag 100,000 yen
9 facilities nationwide
1,260 guest rooms
Companies mentioned：株式会社 アゴーラ ホスピタリティーズ、ホテル アゴーラ リージェンシー 大阪堺、Mu THE MOON
Nov. 22 is "Thank You Pets Day." Supporting dogs and cats with KEYUCA pet items: from Nov. 1, a limited-time initiative that leads to donations to the Doubutsu Kikin (Animal Fund)
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In conjunction with "Thank You Pets Day" on Nov. 22, 河淳株式会社 will carry out a limited-time initiative from Nov. 1 to 30 in which part of the proceeds from purchases of KEYUCA pet items will be donated to 公益財団法人どうぶつ基金.
The 49th 四街道市 Industry Festival will be held at Yotsukaido Central Park on Nov. 7 and 8, 令和8年. In addition to exhibitions of agricultural products and commercial and industrial goods and stage events, booths from 千葉市, 市原市, 銚子市, Kitaibaraki City and Naganohara Town will also be set up.
[Gathering of next-generation EV mobility that requires no license!] ブレイズ exhibits at the "Chagenkyo Festival" in Wazuka, Kyoto
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株式会社ブレイズ will exhibit 3 models of next-generation EV mobility that require no license and offer test rides at the "Chagenkyo Festival" to be held in Wazuka Town, Kyoto Prefecture, on Nov. 8, 2026.
イトーキ relocates its Osaka office and showroom "ITOKI DESIGN HOUSE OSAKA"
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株式会社イトーキ announced that it will relocate its office and showroom "ITOKI DESIGN HOUSE OSAKA" in Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, in May 2027. The new site will be on the 29th floor of Yodoyabashi Station One, with a total floor area of 1,688m2.
New product in the railroad crossing goods series, "Fumikiri Alarm Clock (FUMIKIRI ALARM CLOCK)," goes on sale
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株式会社ヘソプロダクション will release the "Fumikiri Alarm Clock" as a new product in its railroad crossing goods series in early November 2026. The price is 1,980 yen (tax included).
Project "アンファミエール2027" to support students taking the national nursing examination to be held
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アンファミエ, a brand run by 株式会社ナースステージ, a subsidiary of 株式会社ベルーナ, will hold the project "アンファミエール2027" to support students taking the national nursing examination. It will collect messages of support from active nurses and deliver them through poster displays and its official website in time for the exam date of the 116th National Nursing Examination.
Japanet spins off its systems and AI development division to establish a new company
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株式会社ジャパネットホールディングス has spun off its in-group system development and IT tools division, including generative AI, and established a new company, 株式会社J-SMART GRIT.
Facts
57.5% adoption share among J1 and J2 clubs
Reduces about 2,400 hours of training labor per year
Yuzuhiko from "Atashin'chi" takes on a yuzu-scented "late-night man's meal"! Two collaboration animations with ミツカン "Kaori no Kura" released
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株式会社Mizkan will collaborate with the official YouTube channel of "Atashin'chi," operated by Shin-Ei Animation and SC Digital, and release 2 original animations using "Kaori no Kura® Marushibori Yuzu" starting Nov. 6, 2026.
A pop-up shop commemorating the 14th anniversary of "Nyanko Great War" to be held at "LaLaport Fujimi" from Friday, Nov. 13!
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ポノス株式会社 will hold a pop-up shop at LaLaport Fujimi starting Nov. 13, 2026, to commemorate the 14th anniversary of "Nyanko Great War." Collaboration goods with Toyama Megumi Pharmaceutical's "Kerorin" and limited-edition novelties will be sold.
[Full text free] Kazuki Nishiguchi's masterwork, systematized over 8 years, "Marketing Techniques Encyclopedia," to be made available for 5 days only from Nov. 2
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株式会社翔泳社 will make the full text of Kazuki Nishiguchi's "Marketing Techniques Encyclopedia" available free of charge for 5 days only, from Nov. 2, 2026.
Rakuten Edy to hold "Rakuten Edy 25th Anniversary Thank-You Festival! 2.5 Million Points to Share!" campaign in gratitude
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楽天ペイメント株式会社 and 楽天Edy株式会社 will hold the "Rakuten Edy 25th Anniversary Thank-You Festival! 2.5 Million Points to Share!" campaign from Nov. 2 to Nov. 30, 2026, to mark the 25th anniversary of the launch of the Rakuten Edy service.
Facts
A total of 2.5 million points
25th anniversary
25 winners by lottery
The maximum bonus points one person can earn is 100 points
[DEAN & DELUCA] For the days of waiting for the holy night, a small joy from our makers: Sweets & tea advent calendars on sale in sequence from November. Enjoy preparing for the holidays with DEAN & DELUCA
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DEAN & DELUCA, operated by 株式会社ウェルカム, has begun selling sweets and tea advent calendars to brighten the holiday season from November 2026.
Early reservations are by far the best deal! "Reiwa 9 Agricultural Supplies Early Reservation"
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株式会社コメリ will begin its "Reiwa 9 Agricultural Supplies Early Reservation" on Nov. 2, 2026. It will support farmers with various services, including free delivery of large bags of fertilizer, support from agri sales managers, and soil analysis.
[Bakuban Series: 3 New Products Launch] First up, the first chilled cup, "Milk no Bakuban Brown Sugar Milk Coffee," goes on sale at ファミリーマート stores nationwide on Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)
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To mark the 3rd anniversary of the "Milk no Bakuban" series, jointly developed by 古谷乳業 and 面白法人カヤック, the series' first chilled cup product, "Milk no Bakuban Brown Sugar Milk Coffee," will go on sale at ファミリーマート on Nov. 3, 2026.
[マクセル アクアパーク品川] Twinkle Christmas of a "starry-falling sea" wrapped in fantastical light: "LittleTwinStars AQUARIUM"
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マクセル アクアパーク品川 will hold the winter event "LittleTwinStars AQUARIUM," a collaboration with the Sanrio character "Little Twin Stars" of Sanrio Co., Ltd., from Nov. 13 to Dec. 25, 2026.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Friday, Dec. 25
22 projectors
A wall approx. 3.6 m
11 tanks
7 small tanks
Approx. 9 m wide
Approx. 35 m deep
7 cylindrical tanks
500 yen each
Companies mentioned：マクセル アクアパーク品川、株式会社 サンリオ、IN THE BLUE
Official fan club "Nakayama Teikoku" for actor and model Satsuki Nakayama to open on Nov. 1
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株式会社ドワンゴ announced that it will open "Nakayama Teikoku," the official fan club of actor and model Satsuki Nakayama, on Nov. 1, 2026, using its in-house developed fan community system "sheeta."
Shopping, dining out, and connections with your usual stores all in one: New app "Nonono," connecting with about 700 stores, to launch Nov. 2
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野村不動産株式会社 and 野村不動産コマース株式会社 will launch the community app "Nonono," which connects commercial facilities and stores, on Nov. 2, 2026. Aiming to expand to about 700 stores, they seek to improve customer loyalty and advance digital transformation.
[I-ne] Popular brands such as BOTANIST and YOLU come together! Receipt campaign with "up to 20% back and a chance to win up to 100,000 points by lottery" starts Nov. 2
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株式会社Ｉ－ｎｅ will start the "Everyone's Reward Campaign" on Nov. 2, 2026. By uploading receipts via LINE, customers can get up to 20% points back on eligible purchases and a chance to win up to 50,000 digital points by lottery.
[和食さと] Enjoy Hokkaido feasts at special prices! "Hokkaido Festival Campaign" starts Nov. 4 (Wed.)!!
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和食さと, under SRS Holdings, will hold a campaign with special prices using Hokkaido ingredients from Nov. 4 to 16. Discounts on all-you-can-eat, set meals, and à la carte dishes will be offered at 202 stores.
Job-change service "doda" announces "the reality of labor shortages" revealed by a survey
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doda, a job-change service operated by パーソルキャリア株式会社, announced the reality of labor shortages in mid-career hiring of full-time employees, based on a survey of 2,000 managers and executives conducted in September 2026. 71.8% feel it is a challenge, and the most common shortage was of "experienced people who can contribute immediately."
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2,000 managers, executives and officers
71.8% feel "labor shortage" is a challenge
Shortage of "experienced people who can contribute immediately" is the most common at 40.0%
"Actively hiring experienced people through mid-career recruitment" is the most common at 51.1%
Set up 2 bedrooms in 1 tent at the same time! New tent "Tradcanvas Mirror Ridge Dome L" that grows with your family goes on pre-sale via crowdfunding!
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株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション will pre-sell "Tradcanvas Mirror Ridge Dome L," a new tent from the outdoor brand "LOGOS," on the crowdfunding service "Makuake." Its feature is that 2 bedrooms can be set up in 1 tent, allowing them to be used flexibly as the family grows.
Win a 100,000-yen travel voucher for 2 winners by lottery! かっぱ寿司 holds "November Wakuwaku Receipt Entry Campaign"; enter with a receipt of 5,000 yen or more including tax
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かっぱ寿司 (カッパ・クリエイト株式会社) of コロワイドグループ will hold the "November Wakuwaku Receipt Entry Campaign" from Nov. 4 to 29, 2026. Customers who enter a receipt for dine-in or takeout purchases of 5,000 yen or more including tax will have a chance to win a 100,000-yen travel voucher, awarded to 2 winners by lottery.
"Freshly Picked Hops from the Fields of Karumai, Iwate Prefecture," made with 100% rare domestic hops, arrives! On sale in limited quantities at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide from Wednesday, Nov. 4
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン and サッポロビール株式会社 will release the limited-brew beer "Sapporo Freshly Picked Hops from the Fields of Karumai, Iwate Prefecture," made with 100% domestic hops from Karumai, Iwate Prefecture, in limited quantities at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide from Nov. 4, 2026.
Popular VTuber Tsunomaki Watame's first anniversary book, "Tsunomaki Watame's Have a nice day! 4th anniversary BOOK," to be released in December!
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株式会社ポプラ社 will release "Tsunomaki Watame's Have a nice day! 4th anniversary BOOK," the first anniversary book by VTuber Tsunomaki Watame of ホロライブプロダクション, on Dec. 16.
Live demonstration and explanation of automated drone operation and laser surveying. Free demonstration event introducing DJI Dock 4, Zenmuse L3 and more to be held Friday, Nov. 20 in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture
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株式会社セキド will hold a free demonstration event on Nov. 20, 2026 in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, introducing the latest solutions such as DJI Dock 4 and Zenmuse L3.
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Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Capacity: 30 people
10:00～12:00
Re-takeoff in just 45 seconds
59 minutes of flight time
6kg payload
Ranging up to 950m
A cumulative total of more than 1,950 seminars of various kinds
A total of more than 21,000 customers
More than 45,000 companies and government agencies