# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-02 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 646 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 201 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## ジェイテクトのフィジカルAI実証にUpstageが参画 ― 工場のピッキング成功率97.1％を達成

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000159603.html
- anchor: #n3702971
- Companies mentioned: Upstage AI株式会社、Upstage、株式会社ジェイテクト、ジェイテクト、JTEKT、カラクリ株式会社、カラクリ、AWSジャパン、Amazon、AMD、トヨタグループ、経済産業省

Upstage AI株式会社 joined ジェイテクト's physical AI demonstration at its 田戸岬 plant together with カラクリ株式会社, achieving a 97.1% success rate in the random picking process.

## Black on the Outside, Rich and Smooth Custard Pudding Inside: "Black Pudding," a Surprising and Delicious Treat, to Go on Sale Nationwide for a Limited Time from Monday, Nov. 16, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000100115.html
- anchor: #n3702970
- Companies mentioned: トーラク株式会社

トーラク株式会社 will release the "Black Pudding," a rich custard pudding with a black exterior made with domestically produced bamboo charcoal, nationwide for a limited time from Nov. 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 16, 2026
- 213 yen
- 85 g
- 30 days

## 長谷工グループ Special Sponsor of the "Prince Chichibu Cup, 58th All Japan University Ekiden Championship" Held; About 490 Group Employees in Total Cheer Enthusiastically from Regional Qualifiers

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000128890.html
- anchor: #n3702969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社長谷工コーポレーション、長谷工グループ、朝日新聞社、テレビ朝日、メ～テレ

The "Prince Chichibu Cup, 58th All Japan University Ekiden Championship," for which 長谷工グループ is a special sponsor, was held on Nov. 1, with about 490 group employees in total cheering on the runners.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1
- 27 teams in total
- 106.8 km in total

## [Event Report] "Thank you for coming in such numbers, DO DANCE!" Hosted with DJ KOO (TRF), "SDD PROJECT Special Session" Held at 京阪シティモール on Sunday, Nov. 1

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000011787.html
- anchor: #n3702968
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエム大阪、FM大阪、TRF、京阪シティモール、京阪ホールディングス、京阪電車

FM大阪 held the public recording event "SDD PROJECT Special Session" on the rooftop of 京阪シティモール on Nov. 1, 2026, with DJ KOO (TRF) as guest, calling for the eradication of drunk driving.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 1
- Since 2007

## [Maihama Ikspiari] A Gorgeous Christmas Colored by Handmade Gelato: Two Kinds of Ice Cream Cakes from "à le Loïc（ア・ル・ロイック）" Open for Reservations from Monday, Nov. 2

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000177867.html
- anchor: #n3702967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリエイト・レストランツ・ホールディングス、株式会社クリエイト・ダイニング、à le Loïc（ア・ル・ロイック）、東京ディズニーリゾート®、イクスピアリ®

"à le Loïc," a group restaurant of 株式会社クリエイト・ダイニング, will begin accepting reservations on Nov. 2, 2026 at Maihama Ikspiari for 2 kinds of Christmas ice cream cakes made with handmade gelato.

Facts:
- Amarena Rose: 3,900 yen
- Cassata Tart: 3,900 yen
- About 15 cm in diameter
- From Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- From Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026
- Friday, Dec. 25

## Red Cliff Stages a 500-Drone Show at the "Takuro Expo," Born from the Dream of M-1 Champions Takuro

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000087924.html
- anchor: #n3702966
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レッドクリフ、吉本興業、BSよしもと株式会社、公益社団法人2025年日本国際博覧会協会、株式会社富士キメラ総研

株式会社レッドクリフ will stage a show with 500 drones at "Takuro Expo TAKURO EXPO '26," to be held at Expo Commemoration Park in Suita, Osaka Prefecture, on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026.

Facts:
- 500 drones
- Prize money of 10 million yen
- Large-scale show with 1,000 or more drones
- Flight of 3,000 drones
- Capital: 725.5 million yen

## TravelLog, which shares each person's travel records and creates encounters with new regions, moves into 100BANCH as part of GARAGE Program Cohort 112

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000034018.html
- anchor: #n3702965
- Companies mentioned: 100BANCH、TravelLog、パナソニック

100BANCH announced that TravelLog, a service for sharing travel records, has moved in as a project selected for Cohort 112 of its acceleration program, GARAGE Program. Applications have also opened for Cohort 114, whose members will move in in January 2027.

Facts:
- Cohort 112
- Nov. 2026
- Under 35 years old
- 3 months
- Cohort 114 members
- January 2027
- Nov. 23
- 100th anniversary
- July 7, 2017
- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- More than 100 per year
- About 1262 applications in total
- 415 projects
- As of July 2026

## Notice of webinar on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026: "A 'Picture of the Future' That Makes People Want to Move — Vision Design That Turns Inertia into Challenge"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000586.000040283.html
- anchor: #n3702964
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アマナ、BIOTOPE、P&G、ヒューマンバリュー社、ソニークリエイティブセンター、NTT Communications、Anchorstar

株式会社アマナ will hold the online seminar "A 'Picture of the Future' That Makes People Want to Move — Vision Design That Turns Inertia into Challenge" on Nov. 19, 2026. BIOTOPE founder Kunitake Sasou will join as a guest, and Ryo Sugiyama will serve as moderator.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
- Capacity: 500 participants
- Projects numbering 10,000 per year
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Number of employees: 520 (consolidated)

## ジェイテクト achieves 97.1% success rate in parts-picking process in factory demonstration using physical AI

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000609.000028729.html
- anchor: #n3702963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェイテクト、ジェイテクト、Upstage AI株式会社、カラクリ株式会社、AWSジャパン

株式会社ジェイテクト achieved a 97.1% success rate in the random picking process at its Tadomisaki plant in a physical AI demonstration conducted jointly with Upstage AI and Karakuri, and also cut cycle time by 16%.

Facts:
- An improvement of 12.1 points
- A 16% reduction
- 85.0%

## Launching a demonstration experiment to clarify and standardize exterior stain and damage criteria across the home appliance industry and to reduce returns through AI-based exterior stain and damage assessment

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000630.000093942.html
- anchor: #n3702962
- Companies mentioned: 家電サプライチェーン協議会、公益財団法人流通経済研究所、富士通株式会社、ソフトバンクロボティクス株式会社、国土交通省

家電サプライチェーン協議会、流通経済研究所、富士通、ソフトバンクロボティクスは、2026年11月2日より、AIを活用した外装汚破損判定による持ち戻り削減のための実証実験を開始する。

Facts:
- The demonstration experiment will begin on Nov. 2, 2026
- Friday, Jan. 15, 2027

## [ロイズ] New designs arrive! Christmas-limited products, including richly varied assortments and cute petite gifts, go on sale Nov. 4.

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000884.000033166.html
- anchor: #n3702961
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイズコンフェクト、ロイズ

株式会社ロイズコンフェクト will release Christmas-limited products through ロイズ mail order and its directly operated stores from Nov. 4, 2026. Multiple products are included, such as assortments in new designs and petite gifts.

Facts:
- 54-piece pack
- 32-piece pack
- 40 pieces in total
- 10 pieces in total
- 25 sheets
- 40 sheets in total
- 20 sheets in total
- 5,832 yen including tax
- 3,996 yen including tax
- 1,998 yen including tax
- 837 yen including tax
- 999 yen including tax
- 1,377 yen including tax
- 783 yen including tax
- November 4, 2026

## Supports data integration with new products for the Tokai area of "SUUMO Baibai," offered by リクルート | いえらぶCLOUD

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000897.000008550.html
- anchor: #n3702960
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いえらぶGROUP、リクルート

株式会社いえらぶGROUP has supported data integration with new products for the Tokai area of "SUUMO Baibai" from November 2026.

Facts:
- From November 2026
- Monthly property imports exceeded 750,000
- Used by more than 50,000 companies nationwide
- Capital: 38.25 million yen

## [Smartphone accessory industry] From caseplay, which boasts No. 1 in the number of supported models, collaborations and designs, smartphone cases by contemporary artist "Ken Kagami" arrive in a lineup for more than 170 models!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000899.000058495.html
- anchor: #n3702959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FOX、caseplay、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, will release smartphone cases and other items featuring designs by contemporary artist "Ken Kagami" on Nov. 2, 2026. They support more than 170 models, and 9 items are offered, including slim protection cases with eco-friendly materials and impact protection features.

Facts:
- More than 170 models
- 5 designs in total
- 9 items
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 100％
- 365 days
- 2,480 yen including tax

## Large advertisement promoting the charm of Shimane posted at Shibuya Station on the 東急田園都市線!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001173.000036130.html
- anchor: #n3702958
- Companies mentioned: 島根県、東急田園都市線、松江しんじ湖温泉旅館協同組合、美又温泉なごみ湯宿かなぎ、Ento、日比谷しまね館、Meta、Google

To attract winter tourists, 島根県 will post a large advertisement at Shibuya Station on the 東急田園都市線 and run a campaign giving away accommodation subsidy vouchers and other prizes by lottery to those who respond to a survey on a special website.

Facts:
- 2,060 mm high × 5,824 mm wide
- Nov. 2 (Mon.) to Nov. 8 (Sun.), Reiwa 8
- Nov. 1 (Sun.) to Dec. 20 (Sun.), Reiwa 8
- Accommodation subsidy vouchers worth 10,000 yen
- (3 winners)
- Shopping vouchers worth 2,000 yen
- (5 winners)

## Get hooked on a rich soup of clams and butter! "Get Hooked on Soup: Butter-Style Vongole Soup Pasta" goes on sale in stages from Tuesday, Nov. 10

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001278.000155396.html
- anchor: #n3702957
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン

株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will release the clam and butter soup pasta "Get Hooked on Soup: Butter-Style Vongole Soup Pasta" on Nov. 10.

Facts:
- 530 yen
- 572.40 yen
- Nov. 10

## Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, and Satofull begin accepting donations to preserve and restore the cherry blossom-lined avenue of Shukugawa Park and carry its beautiful scenery into the next 100 years

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001459.000025119.html
- anchor: #n3702956
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとふる、株式会社CAMPFIRE

Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, and 株式会社さとふる will begin accepting donations on Nov. 2, 2026, for "Shukugawa 2100 Cherry Blossom Preservation and Restoration Project," a crowdfunding-style hometown tax donation project aimed at preserving and restoring the cherry blossom-lined avenue of Shukugawa Park.

Facts:
- Target donation amount: 8,900,000 yen
- Will begin on Nov. 2, 2026
- Acceptance period: Nov. 2, 2026 to Jan. 29, 2027

## [From 10/30] Free streaming begins for "[Last One This Year!] Pre-Application Seminar for the 9th Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy" [助成金なう]

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002279.000080271.html
- anchor: #n3702955
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビット、助成金なう

助成金なう, operated by 株式会社ナビット, announced that free streaming of the pre-application seminar for the 9th SME Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy, the final call for applications in 2026, will begin on Oct. 30.

Facts:
- Up to 80 million yen
- Up to 100 million yen

## サン工業, founded 77 years ago, fully launches its "Fourth Factory" combining decarbonization and DX!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:29:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000115142.html
- anchor: #n3702976
- Companies mentioned: サン工業株式会社、サン工業

サン工業株式会社 announced that its "Fourth Factory" built in Ina City, Nagano Prefecture, was completed in May 2026 and began full-scale production in October of the same year. The factory is positioned as a strategic base that combines decarbonization (ZEB certification, introduction of solar power generation) with DX promotion (productivity improvement through factory automation).

Facts:
- 77 years since founding
- Completed in May 2026
- Full-scale production began in October 2026
- 20 to 30% productivity improvement
- 112% reduction in primary energy consumption
- 196 t-CO2 reduction per year
- 15% CO2 reduction compared with conventional levels
- Fourth Factory site area: 14,443.28 ㎡
- Fourth Factory total floor area: 7,120.10 ㎡
- Established: 1949

## MC Eiko Kano and Himahima speculate about "other people's dream footage" recreated by AI! A new-sensation "in-the-brain speculation variety show" is born!! TV Osaka Next IP Project program "What Is This Dream?"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:27:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002870.000020945.html
- anchor: #n3702977
- Companies mentioned: テレビ大阪株式会社、YouTube、TVer

TV Osaka will air the special program "What Is This Dream?", born from its "Next IP Project" commemorating the 45th anniversary of its founding, for 4 consecutive weeks starting Nov. 13. Hosted by Eiko Kano and Himahima, this new-sensation variety show examines AI-recreated dream footage of ordinary people, with dream appraiser Kazu Fushimi giving diagnoses. It was selected from a public call for proposals with a total production budget of 100 million yen.

Facts:
- Total production budget of 100 million yen
- About 1,000 submitted proposals
- Surpassing 1 million YouTube channel subscribers
- 45th anniversary of TV Osaka's founding
- Over 30 years of experience as a dream appraiser

## [First store in Anjo City] Unmanned cafe "セルフカフェ 安城駅店", a 1-minute walk from JR Anjo Station, opens Nov. 2. Open from 5 a.m. to 2 a.m., for a morning routine before work or a breather at the end of the day

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:26:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001187.000045400.html
- anchor: #n3702978
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク株式会社、セルフカフェ

ウッドデザインパーク株式会社 opened the unmanned cafe "セルフカフェ 安城駅店" in front of JR Anjo Station in Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture, on Nov. 2, 2026. It is open year-round from 5 a.m. to 2 a.m., and private booths are scheduled to open about 2 weeks later.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 1-minute walk from JR Anjo Station
- 朝5:00から
- 翌2:00まで
- Equipped with 41 seats
- More than 70 stores nationwide
- 100,000 monthly users

## Toward practical use of an "AI security countermeasure agent" that works while protecting confidential information

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:26:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000104109.html
- anchor: #n3702979
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HODL1、Ryodan Systems AG、Nous Research、NVIDIA、Microsoft

株式会社HODL1 has partnered with Switzerland's Ryodan Systems AG and begun joint development of an "AI security countermeasure agent" that uses the security software "Mordred," which prevents leaks of confidential information by AI agents.

Facts:
- Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market: 2345
- Announced a funding round of 90 million US dollars
- Hermes software has been replicated more than 24 million times

## "Final Fantasy XIV: Silver Wanderer" set for release on Feb. 23, 2027!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:25:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000451.000128734.html
- anchor: #n3702980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スクウェア・エニックス、株式会社カラー

株式会社スクウェア・エニックス announced that it will release "Silver Wanderer," the latest expansion pack for the online RPG "Final Fantasy XIV," on Feb. 23, 2027. Pre-orders will begin on Nov. 4, 2026, and it was also reported that the cumulative number of registered accounts worldwide has surpassed 35 million.

Facts:
- Feb. 23, 2027
- 35 million
- 4,950 yen (tax included)
- 6,930 yen (tax included)
- 33,330 yen (tax included)
- 26,400 yen (tax included)

## Introduction of an off-site corporate PPA service by 株式会社東邦銀行

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:23:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000128398.html
- anchor: #n3702981
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東邦銀行、東北電力株式会社、株式会社東芝

Toho Bank introduced, on Nov. 2, 2026, an off-site corporate PPA service that uses solar power plants provided by Tohoku Electric Power. Under the service, renewable electricity generated at 5 sites in Fukushima Prefecture (total rated output of 648.3 kW) will be aggregated by Toshiba and supplied to Toho Bank's 28 locations in Fukushima Prefecture for about 20 years. The annual CO2 emissions reduction is expected to be about 481 t.

Facts:
- Total rated output of 648.3 kW
- Introduced on Nov. 2, 2026
- Supplied for about 20 years
- CO2 emissions reduction effect of about 481 t per year (note 3)
- 28 locations in Fukushima Prefecture
- 5 sites in total

## Powered prosthetic leg maker BionicM raises a total of 710 million yen in Series B 1st Closing

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:23:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000043008.html
- anchor: #n3702982
- Companies mentioned: BionicM株式会社、B Dash Ventures株式会社、三菱UFJキャピタル株式会社、東京大学、国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構、JST、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、NEDO、厚生労働省

BionicM株式会社 has completed fundraising of 710 million yen in total as the Series B 1st Closing (2.58 billion yen including equity and grants). The funds will be used to strengthen the production system and marketing foundation for the U.S. market launch in 2027 of its next-generation new product "ASISTA™."

Facts:
- Total of 710 million yen
- Total amount raised is 2.58 billion yen
- Nov. 2, 2026
- Building a local sales system in 2024
- Won the "University-Originated Venture Award, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Prize" in 2026
- Only 3 companies in the world
- U.S. market launch in 2027
- U.S. MPK market worth 100 billion yen

## How do balloon professionals learn their skills? Kissies' balloon seminar teaches practical techniques, from trend-conscious gift making to space decoration

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:23:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000080338.html
- anchor: #n3702983
- Companies mentioned: キッシーズ株式会社

キッシーズ株式会社, a balloon specialty trading company, has renewed the course content of its "Balloon Seminar," where participants can learn practical techniques such as gift making and space decoration.

## The sale is really about to end. Short lead time × last discount ENNE ZERO! Exhibiting at Leisure & Outdoor Japan 2026 confirmed

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:23:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000078121.html
- anchor: #n3702984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ENNE、Panasonic

株式会社ENNE announced that it will exhibit at Leisure & Outdoor Japan 2026. The company is currently taking reservations for the 3rd early-bird sale of its electric motorcycle "ENNE ZERO," offering it at 199,000 yen (tax excluded) as the last discounted price before regular sales.

Facts:
- 199,000 yen (tax excluded)
- 48V battery
- Speed mode 20 km/h

## Yotsukaido Fire Festival 2026 to be held

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:22:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000686.000017159.html
- anchor: #n3702985
- Companies mentioned: 四街道市役所、千葉敬愛高校、ハピネスダンススクール、千代田中学校、千葉市消防局、千葉県警察、四街道西中学校、なつきっずby DorD Dance Studio、四街道高校、四街道ダンスクラブ、四街道吹奏楽団

Yotsukaido City will hold the "Yotsukaido Fire Festival 2026" at the Yotsukaido Municipal Chuo Elementary School grounds on Nov. 7 and 8 of Reiwa 8. Many hands-on attractions and performance events will take place, including ladder truck rides and helicopter displays.

Facts:
- Yotsukaido Fire Festival 2026
- Saturday, Nov. 7
- Reiwa 8, Nov. 7
- 10:00 to 14:00

## JALグループ 2027年3月期 第2四半期連結業績

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:22:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001590.000030684.html
- anchor: #n3702986
- Companies mentioned: JALグループ、日本航空株式会社、JALカード、JTA、大韓航空、ZIPAIR、SPRING JAPAN、スプリング・ジャパン、NIPPON EXPRESSホールディングス株式会社、FHG HOTELS、Donecle、株式会社日立製作所、株式会社商船三井、Climeworks Solutions

JALグループ announced its consolidated results for Q2 of the fiscal year ending March 2027. Revenue was 1.0989 trillion yen (+11.7% year on year), a record high since its relisting. Soaring fuel costs and the weak yen pushed EBIT to 70.1 billion yen (down 36.0% year on year), but there is no change to the full-year forecast.

Facts:
- 1.0989 trillion yen
- +11.7% year on year
- 70.1 billion yen
- down 36.0% year on year
- EBIT 180 billion yen
- Net income 110 billion yen
- 1株当たり96円
- 1株当たり48円
- Net income is 39 billion yen

## パナソニック launches Eolia X series room air conditioners, No.1 in energy savings (★)

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006943.000003442.html
- anchor: #n3702987
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック、パナソニック株式会社

パナソニック will launch the Eolia X series room air conditioners, which meet the fiscal 2027 energy-saving standard, in late January 2027. All models achieve No.1 energy savings, and the newly installed Eco Rotary Compressor and nanoe X (72 trillion) improve energy-saving performance and mold-suppression functions.

Facts:
- Annual power consumption for CS-X367D/CS-XS367D/CS-367DHX (*2) = 1,016 kWh
- On sale from late January 2027 (*)
- Achieved a minimum output of 0.2 kW during cooling operation
- Approx. 25% reduction compared with conventional models (*5)
- nanoe X (72 trillion)
- Fiscal 2027 energy-saving standard

## 株式会社チッピー changes its company name to 株式会社Be. From "being," a company that designs connections between people and society

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:16:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000140001.html
- anchor: #n3702988
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チッピー、株式会社Be

株式会社チッピー changed its company name to 株式会社Be effective October 26, 2026. There is no change to its business.

Facts:
- Oct. 26, 2026
- 100 million yen
- June 2023

## 2 new items launched in aging skincare brand "F.A.G.E." (Efaje)

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:16:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001646.000042435.html
- anchor: #n3702989
- Companies mentioned: サントリーウエルネス（株）、サントリーグループ、サントリーホールディングス株式会社

Suntory Wellness will launch 2 new items, a moisturizing lotion and a foaming face wash, from its aging skincare brand "F.A.G.E." on Nov. 2.

Facts:
- More than 2 million people per year
- for those in their 60s and older
- 120 ml
- 5,500 yen
- 5,000 yen
- 200 ml
- 3,500 yen
- 3,000 yen
- Nov. 2, 2026

## 【ジェイコブ＆コー】 Holds special new-work exhibition in Ginza -- Latest piece "The Godfather Ⅱ" unveiled for the first time in Japan

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:15:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000109291.html
- anchor: #n3702990
- Companies mentioned: JACOB&CO.、ジェイコブ＆コー、ジェイコブ・アンド・コー・ジャパン株式会社、パラマウント・ピクチャーズ

Swiss luxury watch brand "JACOB&CO. (ジェイコブ＆コー)" held a special exhibition and owners' dinner in Ginza, Tokyo, on October 31, 2026, to commemorate the Japan debut of its latest piece, "The Godfather Ⅱ."

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026
- As many as 510 parts
- Limited to 74 pieces worldwide
- One rotation in just 4 seconds
- Since its founding in 1986
- The June 2024 reopening of the Ginza boutique after renovation

## On the introduction of an off-site corporate PPA service

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:15:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000128398.html
- anchor: #n3702991
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツルハホールディングス、東北電力株式会社、ツルハホールディングス、東北電力、ツルハグループ

株式会社ツルハホールディングス will sequentially introduce an off-site corporate PPA service using solar power plants provided by 東北電力株式会社 at 48 ツルハグループ stores in the Tokyo metropolitan area from November 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Nov. 1, 2026
- "27 Tsuruha Drug stores"
- 48 stores in total
- March 2027 (planned)
- Approx. 743 tons of CO2 emissions reduced annually
- Approx. 1,763 MWh of electricity from renewable energy annually

## Canna Lily debuts 3 songs, including the new song "Escape the Limit," at its 2nd one-man live show "Scenes of Withered Songs"; 3rd one-man show also set for next February

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:13:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000943.000017258.html
- anchor: #n3702769
- Companies mentioned: アソビシステム株式会社、DONUTS、東映アニメーション

Canna Lily, a 5-member rock band born from the game "Girls Band Cry First Riff," held its 2nd one-man live show at duo MUSIC EXCHANGE in Tokyo on October 31, 2026, and debuted 3 new songs. A 3rd one-man show has also been set for February 2027.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- 3 new songs
- 11 songs in total
- Sunday, February 7, 2027

## ADWAYS DEEE to end affiliate service "Smart-C" on November 30, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:13:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000033008.html
- anchor: #n3702770
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドウェイズ、株式会社ADWAYS DEEE、Smart-C、JANet、AppDriver

株式会社ADWAYS DEEE announced that it will end its affiliate service "Smart-C" on November 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 30, 2026
- February 2004
- 23:59
- March 31, 2027

## [7 days only] マルヤナギ's concept shop "Mame Mugi Marche" opens its first store at Hankyu Umeda Main Store! Selling rice balls and sweets made with mochi barley from Kitaharima, Hyogo Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:11:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000035737.html
- anchor: #n3702771
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マルヤナギ小倉屋、マルヤナギ、JAみのり

The concept shop "Mame Mugi Marche" of 株式会社マルヤナギ小倉屋 will open at Hankyu Umeda Main Store from Nov. 4 to 10, 2026, selling rice balls and sweets made with mochi barley from Kitaharima, Hyogo Prefecture, at special prices.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- Tuesday, Nov. 10
- About 10 companies
- 777 yen (tax included)
- 216 yen (tax included)
- Contains 14.3 g
- 486 yen (tax included)
- 540 yen (tax included)
- 9:30～18:00
- About 160 ha

## Table tennis maker バタフライ signs Wang Manyu (China)

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:11:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000071101.html
- anchor: #n3702772
- Companies mentioned: バタフライ、株式会社タマス、中国ナショナルチーム

Table tennis equipment maker バタフライ (株式会社タマス) has signed an advisory contract with China's Wang Manyu.

Facts:
- Born in 1999
- Made the first team of the 中国ナショナルチーム in 2016
- Won the women's singles at the 2021 World Table Tennis Championships
- In week 38 of 2026, she became world No. 1 in women's singles for the first time
- Founded in 1950 by Kosuke Tamasu, an all-Japan table tennis champion...
- Official supplier to the Japan men's and women's national table tennis teams since April 2025
- Has spread to 198 countries and regions

## Trade show KPI shifts from "number of business cards" to "quality of business talks." ジーニー achieves 150% of hot lead target. Scalehack's "EXPO hack" operation design and PDCA continue to deliver stable results

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000121001.html
- anchor: #n3702773
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Scalehack、Scalehack、株式会社ジーニー、ジーニー、geniee

株式会社Scalehack provided its trade show marketing support service "EXPO hack" to 株式会社ジーニー, which offers marketing SaaS. Through operation design and PDCA based on a track record of more than 200 cases per year, it achieved 150% of the hot lead target and contributed to improving the quality of business talks.

Facts:
- Trade show support for more than 200 cases per year
- 124% of the lead acquisition target
- 150% of the hot lead target

## Make cleaning deep inside a troublesome exhaust fan easier. New "Sirocco Fan Filter" attaches easily with magnets, now on sale

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000064524.html
- anchor: #n3702780
- Companies mentioned: スターフィルター株式会社、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!、Instagram、X、Facebook、TikTok

スターフィルター株式会社 will launch a new product, the "Sirocco Fan Filter for Range Hoods," designed to reduce grease buildup on the sirocco fan inside range hoods, with early sales on 楽天市場 starting Nov. 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Price: 3,410 yen (tax included)
- Size: diameter 221 mm x 10 mm
- From Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- On sale since 2014

## "Music that heals those who heal," 井出 音 研究所 has released a music app for people working in medicine on the App Store. It consists of lullabies from all times and places, beautiful sounds of nature, and music of molecules such as oxytocin and apoptosis.

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000024237.html
- anchor: #n3702779
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社 エル・プロデュース、井出 音 研究所、EL PRODUCE INC.、MD Anderson Cancer Center、日本ロレアル、TOYOTA、SHARP AQUOS、Apple、Apple AirPods、B&O Beosound Explore

Ide Oto Laboratory has released the iOS app "Music That Heals Those Who Heal" for healthcare workers on the App Store. It contains 119 tracks totaling 14 hours, and is priced at 30,800 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- 119 tracks in total
- 14 hours in total
- Over 40 years
- More than 1,000
- 3-year joint clinical study
- ¥28,000 (excluding tax)
- ¥30,800 (tax included)

## NSJAPAN launches its 4th fiscal term, accompanying corporate growth as a partner that builds businesses from sales

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000156783.html
- anchor: #n3702778
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NSJAPAN、NSJAPAN

株式会社NSJAPAN, now in its 4th fiscal term since its establishment in Oct. 2023, announced that it will continue to support corporate growth through new business development and sales support drawing on insights from the sales front lines.

Facts:
- 4th term
- October 2023
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen
- Employees: 43

## [Amusement Park Musashino Village] Great deals for residents of the Kanto region! "Kanto Region Special Week" to be held from Saturday, Nov. 7!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000158792.html
- anchor: #n3702777
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 むさしの村、羽生市

株式会社むさしの村 will hold the "Kanto Region Special Week" from Nov. 7 to 15, 2026, to commemorate Saitama Prefecture Citizens' Day. Admission plus free pass will be offered at discounted prices, and events such as treasure hunts and a harvest festival will also be held.

Facts:
- 2026年11月7日(土)～15日(日)
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 2,400 yen
- Regular price: 3,200 yen
- Children (ages 3 to elementary school) and seniors (ages 65 and over; age verification required): 2,000 yen
- Regular price: 2,600 yen
- Giant Ferris wheel, 30 m tall

## [クインテッサホテル広島銀山町] The first-floor restaurant has been renewed! A "Bar Lounge" for relaxing between work and sightseeing is born. Preview opening exclusively for hotel guests from Tuesday, Nov. 3

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000034663.html
- anchor: #n3702776
- Companies mentioned: コアグローバルマネジメント株式会社、クインテッサホテル広島銀山町

クインテッサホテル広島銀山町, operated by コアグローバルマネジメント株式会社, will renovate its first-floor restaurant into a "Bar Lounge" and hold a preview opening exclusively for hotel guests from Nov. 3, 2026.

Facts:
- Hotel's signature beef curry: 1,100 yen
- Pizza Margherita: 990 yen
- Adults: 2,200 yen
- 156 guest rooms
- Preview opening exclusively for hotel guests from Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026

## めちゃコミック seeks original novels in the "エブリスタ Comic Original Story Contest," joined by 12 companies and 21 editorial departments

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000715.000022277.html
- anchor: #n3702775
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社めちゃコミック、めちゃコミック、株式会社エブリスタ、エブリスタ、秋田書店、Amazia、NHN comico、NTTソルマーレ、KADOKAWA、コアミックス、集英社、CLLENN、TOブックス、DEF STUDIOS、双葉社

The digital comic distribution service "めちゃコミック," operated by 株式会社めちゃコミック, is participating as part of 12 companies and 21 editorial departments in the "エブリスタ Comic Original Story Contest" held by 株式会社エブリスタ, and is seeking original novels in 4 categories.

Facts:
- 12 companies
- 21 editorial departments
- 4 categories
- Prize money of 1,000,000 yen
- Prize money of 200,000 yen
- Prize money of 100,000 yen
- Monthly sales of 100 million yen
- Total sales of 500 million yen

## めちゃコミック redesigns its logo on the occasion of the service's 20th anniversary

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000716.000022277.html
- anchor: #n3702774
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社めちゃコミック、めちゃコミック

As it marks the 20th anniversary of the service launch on Nov. 2, 2026, 株式会社めちゃコミック has redesigned the logo of "めちゃコミック" and set the tagline "What shall we read next?" It also updated its vision and mission, and relaunched its corporate site the same day.

Facts:
- Service launched in 2006
- Marked the 20th anniversary of the service launch on Nov. 2, 2026
- In April 2026,

## Chitose Kouyukai holds nationwide dietitian training, promoting higher-quality food education that fosters children's "zest for living"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:09:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000176976.html
- anchor: #n3702781
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人ちとせ交友会、聖徳大学

社会福祉法人ちとせ交友会 held the "2nd Nationwide Dietitian Training" in a hybrid format for dietitians across the country on Oct. 31, 2026, where participants learned about menu planning for infants and young children and improving the quality of food education.

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026
- 2nd
- 2023

## JCB and 三井ダイレクト損保 begin offering "Car Insurance That Earns J-POINT" and "Motorcycle Insurance That Earns J-POINT"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:08:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000239.000002355.html
- anchor: #n3702782
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェーシービー、JCB、ＭＳ＆ＡＤインシュアランス グループ、三井ダイレクト損害保険株式会社、三井ダイレクト損保

JCB and Mitsui Direct General Insurance began offering "Car Insurance That Earns J-POINT" and "Motorcycle Insurance That Earns J-POINT" on Nov. 2, 2026. J-POINT equal to 2.0% of the annual insurance premium will be granted to members holding J-POINT-eligible cards.

Facts:
- From Nov. 2, 2026
- 2.0% of the annual insurance premium
- 1契約につき3,000ポイント

## RePlayce begins recruiting for the 2nd cohort of "Canvas X," a hands-on program for students to take on everything from product planning to sales

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:08:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000139448.html
- anchor: #n3702783
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RePlayce、株式会社NTTドコモ

株式会社RePlayce will begin recruiting for the 2nd cohort of its student hands-on program "Canvas X" on Nov. 2, 2026. NTT Docomo is the sponsor, and total prize money of 500,000 yen is available.

Facts:
- Total prize money of 500,000 yen
- 79 students from across the country participated
- Total sales by participants: approx. 740,000 yen
- Average lecture satisfaction: 8.8/10
- Support satisfaction: 8.6/10
- Recruitment capacity: approx. 400

## A first in the aesthetic medicine industry! A giant 2.0 m tall gacha machine, the "Monster Capsule," to be provided at "Lula Summit 2026," an aesthetic clinic event expecting 5,000 attendees

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:07:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000141920.html
- anchor: #n3702785
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーグローブ、ルラ美容クリニック、品川美容外科、福岡ソフトバンクホークス

株式会社グリーグローブ will provide a giant 2.0 m tall gacha machine, the "Monster Capsule," at "Lula Summit 2026," an event held by ルラ美容クリニック.

Facts:
- 2.0 m tall
- 48 clinics nationwide
- 7 years since founding
- More than 600 events in total

## Astroscale renews its group tour program for "Orbitarium," the visitor facility inside its headquarters

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:07:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000067481.html
- anchor: #n3702784
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アストロスケール、株式会社日本旅行、宇宙航空研究開発機構、JAXA、防衛省、米国宇宙軍、欧州宇宙機関、ESA、英国宇宙庁、UKSA、Eutelsat OneWeb

株式会社アストロスケールは、本社見学施設「オービタリウム」の団体ツアープログラムをリニューアルし、株式会社日本旅行と協力して新たな「PLUS」プランなどを新設した。

Facts:
- about 4,000 people
- Over 100
- July 2023
- April 2026
- Capacity of 60 people
- Approx. 1 hour
- 1名4,400円
- About 2 hours
- 1名5,500円
- About 2 to 3 hours
- 1名11,000円
- Since March 2021

## Crispy. Fluffy. Piles of tartar sauce. Kisuke no Yu's "Sa-Meshi -1.0" adds a golden fried horse mackerel topped with a mountain of tartar sauce [Matsuyama, Ehime]

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:06:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000110610.html
- anchor: #n3702786
- Companies mentioned: キスケ株式会社、伊予の湯治場 喜助の湯、花ゆらり

At the dining hall "花ゆらり" of "伊予の湯治場 喜助の湯", operated by キスケ株式会社, a golden fried horse mackerel with a mountain of tartar sauce will go on sale from Nov. 1, 2026, as a new item in the post-sauna meal series "Sa-Meshi -1.0."

Facts:
- 660 yen a la carte
- 930 yen for the set meal
- 2 fried horse mackerel
- Extra fried horse mackerel (1 fish): 180 yen
- Extra tartar sauce (small bowl): 150 yen
- Sales start date: Nov. 1, 2026

## プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ Introduces 28 New Member Hotels

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:06:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000051199.html
- anchor: #n3702787
- Companies mentioned: プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ、I Prefer Hotel Rewards、富士屋ホテル、THE FUJIYA HOTEL、ユーミュージック・ホテル・マドリード、UMusic Hotel Madrid、パラッツォ・トレッツァ、Palazzo Trezza、ダイアモンド・トゥドゥフシ、Diamonds Thudufushi、ワシントン・デューク・イン & ゴルフクラブ、Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club、デューク大学、武漢風貌巴公邸ホテル、HOTEL BANOV TOWNSCAPE WUHAN、360・ホテル・ブティック・ホテル・アンド・スパ、360 Hotel Boutique Hotel and Spa、アルマー・ティミ・アマ・ヴィラシミウス、Almar Timi Ama Villasimius、BLESS バルセロナ、BLESS Barcelona、Bless イビザ、Bless Ibiza The Site、デ・プレスマン・ホテル・ザ・ハーグ、De Plesman Hotel The Hague、デューク・ビーチ・ホテル＆スパ、Duke Beach Hotel & Spa、グランド・ティロリア・キッツビュール、Grand Tirolia Kitzbühel、ホテル・ブルク・シュヴァルツェンシュタイン、Hotel Burg Schwarzenstein、オテル・カリフォルニア・パリ、Hôtel California Paris、ホテル・Kö59・デュッセルドルフ、Hotel Kö59 Düsseldorf、メゾン・メスマー、Maison Messmer、ノブ・ホテル・ロス・カボス、Nobu Hotel Los Cabos、ヌジュ・ウルワツ、Nuju Uluwatu、パレ・ジャマイ、Palais Jamai、パークホテル・ブレーメン、Parkhotel Bremen、セント・ヘレンズ・ホテル、St. Helen's Hotel、ザ・リーラ・クールグ・フォレスト・サンクチュアリ、The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary、ザ・ステル、The Stelle、トニーノ・ランボルギーニ・ホテル・成都、Tonino Lamborghini Hotel Chengdu

プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ announced that it welcomed 28 new member hotels between July 1 and Sept. 30, 2026. To mark the occasion, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points for a limited time when staying at eligible hotels.

Facts:
- 28 new member hotels
- 2,500 bonus points
- Since opening in 1878
- 120 guest rooms and suites
- A historic theater with 898 seats
- 130 guest rooms and suites
- 11 suites
- 69 guest rooms
- 271 guest rooms and suites
- 45 guest rooms and suites

## The season to warm up dorayaki has arrived again this year. 中尾清月堂 of Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, to hold the "Hot Dora Butter Festival" from Nov. 3 to enjoy its popular product in a fun way

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:05:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000034231.html
- anchor: #n3702788
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 中尾清月堂、中尾清月堂、大和富山店

中尾清月堂, a Japanese confectionery shop in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, will hold the "Hot Dora Butter Festival" at its 3 stores, the Takaoka main store, Nomura store and Toyama store, from Nov. 3 to Dec. 23, 2026. During the period, it will sell limited-edition boxes containing 5 flavors and original goods at random, and hold a gacha lottery for customers who spend 800 yen or more.

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
- Until Wednesday, Dec. 23
- To be held at 3 stores
- 5 flavors
- 800 yen (excluding tax) or more
- Sold 100,000 units
- "Hot Dora Butter" was born in Dec. 2018
- Will be sold for 600 yen (excluding tax)

## Regarding the Increase in Investment Ratio in SUN METAL COMPANY LIMITED

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:04:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000118172.html
- anchor: #n3702789
- Companies mentioned: 三和ホールディングス株式会社、SUN METAL COMPANY LIMITED、METRO COMPANY LIMITED、BANGKOK STEEL INDUSTRY PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED

三和ホールディングス株式会社 raised its stake in Thailand's SUN METAL COMPANY LIMITED from 25.60% to 51.29% and acquired management control.

Facts:
- 51.29％
- 25.60％
- 31.16％
- 17.55％
- 84 million Thai baht
- About 390 million yen
- 118 people

## 【ハーゲンダッツ】“栗”本来の甘みを引き立てる、カシスとの絶妙なバランスを追求。 秋冬を彩る贅沢な味わい クリスピーサンド『栗とカシスのパフェ』 11月3日（火）より期間限定新発売！

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:02:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000450.000012760.html
- anchor: #n3702908
- Companies mentioned: ハーゲンダッツ ジャパン株式会社、ハーゲンダッツ

ハーゲンダッツ ジャパン株式会社 will newly release nationwide from Nov. 3 the limited-time Crispy Sandwich "Chestnut and Cassis Parfait," featuring Italian chestnut sauce and a cassis coating.

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Nov. 3
- [Content] 60 ml
- [Price] 373 yen
- [Release Date] Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026

## [NHK Culture] Voice actor Asa Ito to appear on stage! A special lecture with a certificate presentation ceremony will be held at the NHK Culture Aoyama Classroom.

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:01:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000796.000071793.html
- anchor: #n3702790
- Companies mentioned: NHK文化センター青山教室、株式会社エヌエイチケイ文化センター

NHK文化センター青山教室 will hold a special lecture, "Making What You Love Your Job," with voice actor Asa Ito as the lecturer. It will be held on Nov. 22, 2026, and a certificate presentation ceremony will also be held.

Facts:
- 5,720 yen (tax included)
- 4,400 yen (tax included)
- Nov. 22, 2026

## 「環境新聞」1面への当社広告掲載のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:01:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000179167.html
- anchor: #n3702791
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery、株式会社環境新聞社、経団連

株式会社Green Batteryは、2026年10月21日付の「環境新聞」第2821号1面に自社ロゴ広告を掲載する。

Facts:
- Oct. 21, 2026
- Issue No. 2821

## Yasushi Akimoto Named General Producer as Content Creation and Development Platform "CONTENT INNOVATION" Launches

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193905.html
- anchor: #n3702792
- Companies mentioned: SBIネオメディアホールディングス株式会社、SBIグループ、SBI ネオコンテンツ投資事業有限責任組合、SBIネオコンテンツファンド、株式会社海外需要開拓支援機構

SBIネオメディアホールディングス株式会社 announced the launch of "CONTENT INNOVATION," a content creation and development platform that will bring in Yasushi Akimoto as general producer and create new Japan-originated IP from scratch. The project will work with the SBIネオコンテンツファンド (total 100 billion yen) to support everything from discovery to commercialization.

Facts:
- Total committed capital of 100 billion yen
- Established the company in May 2025
- Have listed about 400 projects so far
- Held meetings with about 150 individuals and businesses among them
- Decided on more than 10 investments
- Has written more than 5000 songs

## [Yahoo!ショッピング] "Black Friday," the once-a-year big chance packed with deals, to be held from Nov. 22

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001836.000129774.html
- anchor: #n3702793
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、Yahoo!ショッピング、PayPay、アイリスオーヤマ、タイガー、甲羅組、Yogibo、ZOZOTOWN Yahoo!店、LOHACO Yahoo!店

Yahoo!ショッピング, operated by LINEヤフー株式会社, will hold "Black Friday" from Nov. 22 to Nov. 29, 2026. About 10,000 items will be sold at 50% off or more, with campaigns including up to 23% PayPay points back and daily coupons.

Facts:
- 0:00 on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
- 25:59 on Sunday, Nov. 29
- Items at 50% off or more
- About 10,000 items
- Up to 23% (*1) will be awarded
- About 2.3 times the previous year
- Extended the event period to 8 days

## Just a Mart opens right next to the Kuramae Station exit on Nov. 1

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000118532.html
- anchor: #n3702794
- Companies mentioned: トランス・グローバル株式会社、Just a Mart、Jalana、Coffee by Jalana、上野遊戯倶楽部

トランス・グローバル株式会社 opened the culture convenience store "Just a Mart" right next to Exit A1a of Kuramae Station on the Toei Asakusa Line on Nov. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 12:00〜20:00

## TKP begins operating the banquet space of Osaka Dojima wedding venue "ラグナヴェールOSAKA" as "TKPガーデンシティ大阪堂島"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000024137.html
- anchor: #n3702795
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TKP、TKP、株式会社オンザページ、ラグナヴェールOSAKA、CIRQ堂島、TKPガーデンシティ大阪堂島

株式会社TKP will begin operating the 1st and 5th floors of the wedding venue "ラグナヴェールOSAKA", run by group company 株式会社オンザページ, as "TKPガーデンシティ大阪堂島" from Nov. 2, 2026, aiming to capture event demand by leveraging its corporate customer base.

Facts:
- Nov. 2, 2026
- 1st and 5th floors
- Ceiling height of 3.4 m
- Ceiling height of 3 m
- 3-minute walk
- 9-minute walk
- Contract area: 652 ㎡
- 197 tsubo

## [神戸阪急] "Autumn Hokkaido Products Fair": Enjoy a "Northern Full-Course Meal" at 神戸阪急

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003457.000014431.html
- anchor: #n3702796
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、神戸阪急、小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ、札幌千秋庵、十勝加藤牧場、ノースプレインファーム、函館牛乳、べつかい乳業興社、cocoro dairyfarm、ミルク倉庫、きた牛舎、ナカヤ菓子店、北海道観光物産興社、倍煎舎、蟹工船、蔵、札幌豊平館厨房、十勝豚丼こうふく、じゃがいもHOUSE、イルマットーネ・アルル

神戸阪急 will hold the "Autumn Hokkaido Products Fair" at its Main Building 9th-floor event space from Nov. 11 to 17. About 40 brands, including LeTAO and 札幌千秋庵, will offer sweets, seafood bento boxes and more.

Facts:
- 11月11日（水）から17日（火）
- 7 days
- Main Building, 9th floor
- 1,210 yen
- Limited to 100 per day
- 1,481 yen
- 各1個550円
- 1,200 yen
- 601 yen
- Limited to 1,000 pieces per day
- 1,383 yen
- 1,550 yen
- 3,078 yen
- 3,780 yen
- 2,700 yen
- 648 yen
- 594 yen
- About 40 brands in total

## [Event Report] Goodnotes: Japan ranks No. 1 worldwide in corporate sales, up more than 2 times year on year. Ryuichiro Takeshita, Kumiko Shimizu and Toshinao Sasaki discuss how to balance AI and handwriting: "Think by hand first, then expand with AI"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000170853.html
- anchor: #n3702907
- Companies mentioned: Goodnotes Limited、TBS CROSS DIG with Bloomberg、株式会社AND CREATE、東京大学、EF Education First、BloomKKCA Academy、App Store、Google Play

Goodnotes Limited held a media event in Daikanyama on Oct. 27, 2026, announcing that corporate sales in the Japanese market ranked No. 1 worldwide and grew more than 2 times year on year. It also presented survey results showing that people who think "handwriting first, then AI" are more likely to arrive at original ideas, and discussed how to balance AI and handwriting in a panel discussion.

Facts:
- Used by more than 26 million people worldwide
- Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
- No. 1 in the world by country in corporate sales
- Grew more than 2 times year on year
- Targeting 1,000 business people nationwide
- About 2.4 times that of people who think in the reverse order
- A case in which productivity improved by 40%
- 51.0% of people who use generative AI at work
- 60.9% among people in their 20s
- Handwriting (48.6%)
- Generative AI (39.0%)
- Average rating 4.75 out of 5

## [Breaking] "Kinoko no Yama Wireless Earphones Pro" surpasses 1,000 units in orders in just 48 minutes of launch! Commercialization decided!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000063303.html
- anchor: #n3702906
- Companies mentioned: カゴメディア株式会社、株式会社 明治、Makuake

カゴメディア株式会社 announced that "Kinoko no Yama Wireless Earphones Pro," offered on Makuake under license from Meiji, surpassed the commercialization condition of 1,000 supporter purchases in 48 minutes, and that commercialization has been decided.

Facts:
- Surpassed 1,000 supporter purchases
- Appeared in a limited run of 3,500 units
- あれから約2年半
- From the previous approximately 26 days
- to approximately 80 days
- an improvement of about 3 times
- Regular price: 36,300 yen (tax included)
- Reward 1 [Limited to the first 24 hours] First 1,000 units: 29,800 yen (tax included)
- Reward 2 [Super Early Bird] Limited to 2,000 units: 31,800 yen (tax included)
- Reward 3 [Early Bird] Limited to 2,000 units: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- Reward 4 [Final Discount] Limited to 3,000 units: 34,800 yen (tax included)

## 南青山リアルエステート株式会社 renews its corporate logo

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000129025.html
- anchor: #n3702905
- Companies mentioned: 南青山リアルエステート株式会社、東京南青山不動産有限公司、萬瑞集圃香港有限公司、MAREGroup株式会社

南青山リアルエステート株式会社 has renewed its corporate logo to review its corporate stance and reaffirm its philosophy that "facing problem real estate means facing people."

## Tour Otaru by bus! 北海道中央バス launches new winter sightseeing course on Saturday, Nov. 28

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000130125.html
- anchor: #n3702904
- Companies mentioned: 北海道中央バス株式会社、北海道中央バス、小樽市、小樽観光協会

北海道中央バス will launch a new winter regular sightseeing course departing from and returning to Sapporo Station on Nov. 28, the "Winter Otaru: Tenguyama Panoramic Night View and Otaru Canal Course."

Facts:
- From Saturday, Nov. 28
- Nov. 28, 2026 to Mar. 28, 2027
- Duration: about 8 hours 21 minutes
- Adults 7,900 yen

## Compare recommended overseas eSIMs by price, reviews and connection quality! "eSIM Portal" fully renewed

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000146852.html
- anchor: #n3702903
- Companies mentioned: BeaconLink合同会社、JapanConnect eSIM、World eSIM、Ubigi、トリファ、Holafly、Airalo、Saily、PhoneBox、SOKUDO、AppChan TV

BeaconLink合同会社 fully renewed the top page of the overseas eSIM comparison site "eSIM Portal" on Oct. 28, 2026. It added a price comparison function covering 12 major companies and 38 countries and regions, as well as measured communication speed data (882 measurements in 55 countries worldwide), and expanded its original coupons and free tools.

Facts:
- 12 major overseas eSIM companies
- 38 countries and regions
- Oct. 28, 2026
- 4 services: トリファ, Holafly, Airalo and Saily
- 55 countries worldwide
- 882 measured communication speed data points
- 100 people with experience using overseas eSIMs
- 160 トリファ users
- The cheapest tier is 1200 yen
- The market price is 1960 yen

## First collaboration between Ron Herman and pionunnal realized! Limited items commemorating the opening of new Ron Herman store released

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000146891.html
- anchor: #n3702902
- Companies mentioned: pionunnal株式会社、Ron Herman、株式会社リトルリーグ、タカシマヤゲートタワーモール店

pionunnal株式会社 and Ron Herman (株式会社リトルリーグ) have launched their first collaboration, offering 2 limited bag styles to commemorate the opening of a new Ron Herman store.

Facts:
- On Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- 2 collaboration bag styles
- Price: ¥28,600
- Price: ¥14,300
- Store area: 299.67 ㎡

## Notice of establishment of "一般財団法人アクティオホールディングス財団"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000118744.html
- anchor: #n3702901
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクティオホールディングス、アクティオグループ、一般財団法人アクティオホールディングス財団

株式会社アクティオホールディングス established "一般財団法人アクティオホールディングス財団" on Nov. 1, 2026, with the aim of supporting academia, education and local communities.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- April 2027

## A "Key Bank" that delivers passwords you'd rather not tell anyone while alive to family only after your death, now available in the end-of-life planning app "SouSou"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000165072.html
- anchor: #n3702900
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社そうそう、日本経済新聞、ICT総研、国民生活センター、MS&ADインターリスク総研、トレンドマイクロ、東京商工リサーチ

株式会社そうそう has launched on Nov. 1, 2026 "Key Bank," a new feature of the digital end-of-life planning app "SouSou," which stores smartphone lock codes and login information in encrypted form and passes them on to designated family members after the user's death.

Facts:
- Launched on Nov. 1, 2026
- The number of accounts at major online banks has doubled in 5 years and exceeded 40 million
- Users of paid video streaming services total 34.5 million
- While 86.0% of people feel the need for digital end-of-life planning
- only 3.0% have completed it
- "Memory" at 40.9%
- "Paper notes or notebooks" at 34.3%
- Leaks of personal information of 1 million or more records by listed companies
- have already reached 10 cases in 2026 alone
- Information can be registered in 10 categories
- Free for up to 5 items
- One-time purchase of 4,980 yen (tax included)
- "SouSou" members: 17,036

## J-CAS Airways files application for air transport business license

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000139566.html
- anchor: #n3702899
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェイキャスエアウェイズ、JCAS、Avation PLC、Avation社、国土交通省大阪航空局

株式会社ジェイキャスエアウェイズ filed an application for an air transport business license with the 国土交通省大阪航空局 on Oct. 30, 2026. It has also agreed with Avation PLC on the lease of an ATR72-600 aircraft, with delivery scheduled for Aug. 2027. The company plans to begin operating the Toyama and Yonago routes from Kansai International Airport in Mar. 2028.

Facts:
- Oct. 30, 2026
- Aug. 2027
- Mar. 2028
- 1 round trip per day
- 5 days a week
- 72 seats
- 1 aircraft

## Chichibu Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage marks 50th anniversary of its founding in 2027; Master Hayashiya Taihei's original Seven Lucky Gods artwork to appear on commemorative shikishi boards; official website opens Saturday, Oct. 31, and new characters "Kami Seven" launch

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000097066.html
- anchor: #n3702898
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人秩父地域おもてなし観光公社、秩父七福神会、Googleマップ

秩父七福神めぐりは2027年に創設50周年を迎える。記念として林家たい平師匠の書き下ろし色紙を12月に公開し、新ロゴと公式サイトを2026年10月31日に公開する。また、ストリートファッション風のキャラクター「神セブン」も始動する。

Facts:
- 50th anniversary of founding in 2027
- Began in 1976 (Showa 51)
- Released on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- seven temples
- 500 yen per temple
- Shikishi board 1,000 yen

## [BITCOIN JAPAN 2026] Notable content released one after another! A wide variety of programs gather, including a dance battle, comedy live shows, and expert sessions

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000168132.html
- anchor: #n3702897
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ANAPホールディングス、ANAP、株式会社CoinPost、Mt.Gox、Diamond Hands、Chaintope

株式会社ANAPホールディングス has released content information for "BITCOIN JAPAN 2026," a large-scale Bitcoin event to be held at Bellesalle Akihabara on Nov. 27 and 28, 2026. The event consists of 3 parts: a corporate conference, an expert program, and a festival for the general public. Sessions by the former CEO of Mt.Gox, the CTO of Chaintope and others, as well as a dance battle and comedy live shows, are planned.

Facts:
- 2026
- Nov. 27 (Fri.)
- Nov. 28 (Sat.)
- Securities code: 3189

## SWALLOW strengthens on-site repair system for specified small motorized bicycles, partnering with "Doctor Pedal," which has a track record of servicing more than 80,000 mobility units a year

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000047192.html
- anchor: #n3702896
- Companies mentioned: SWALLOW株式会社、株式会社ドクターペダル

SWALLOW株式会社 is partnering with Doctor Pedal, which has a track record of servicing more than 80,000 units a year, to strengthen its on-site repair and maintenance system for all vehicle types, including specified small motorized bicycles. It will start in Tokyo and Kanagawa Prefecture and expand nationwide in stages.

Facts:
- Took effect on July 1, 2023
- No driver's license required for those aged 16 and over
- Maximum speed of 20 km/h

## 三陽合同会社 to hold a domestic group buy in Japan for the solenoid-equipped mechanical keyboard "Smurve80 R2 Lume Edition"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000143092.html
- anchor: #n3702895
- Companies mentioned: 三陽合同会社、DIGIART、Play Keyboard、SWAGKEYS

三陽合同会社 will hold a group buy in Japan for the solenoid-equipped mechanical keyboard "Smurve80 R2 Lume Edition," co-designed by Play Keyboard and Swagkeys.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- Shipping scheduled for mid- to late Feb. 2027
- 8,000mAh
- ¥17,600 (tax included)
- 1384g (assembled unit)

## Launch of the ultra-high-performance down "FR 2L Down" series combining flame resistance, waterproofing and 800FP

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000015083.html
- anchor: #n3702894
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スノーピーク、スノーピーク

株式会社スノーピーク will launch the "FR 2L Down" series, featuring flame-resistant, waterproof, 800FP down, on Nov. 6. The lineup comprises 4 items: a jacket, a poncho, pants and a flight cap, priced from ¥10,780 to ¥74,800.

Facts:
- On sale from Friday, Nov. 6
- 800 fill power
- 4 items in total
- "FR 2L Down Jacket" ¥66,000
- "FR 2L Down Poncho" ¥74,800
- "FR 2L Down Pants" ¥41,800
- "FR 2L Flight Cap" ¥10,780

## Big trees, wreaths and Snoopy in Santa costume welcome you! A special space wrapped in Christmas spirit, available only at this time of year. At スヌーピーミュージアム, the seasonal event "Happy Christmas" starts Sunday, Nov. 1

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000014578.html
- anchor: #n3702893
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、スヌーピーミュージアム、BROWN'S STORE、e+、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、Apple TV、チャールズ M. シュルツ美術館、Charles M. Schulz Museum & Research Center

スヌーピーミュージアム will hold the seasonal event "Happy Christmas" from Nov. 1, 2026. It will feature Christmas decorations, limited-edition goods, workshops and greeting events, running through Dec. 25.

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Runs through Friday, Dec. 25
- Fee: 700 yen (tax included)
- ソニーグループ holds 80%
- and the family of Charles M. Schulz holds 20%

## Sales begin for the new investment condominium "RELUXIA Kamata-nishi" in the "Kamata" area, with flexible access to Shinagawa, Haneda and Yokohama

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000070525.html
- anchor: #n3702892
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フュディアルクリエーション、DXYZ、株式会社小川建設

株式会社フュディアルクリエーション has begun sales of the new investment condominium "RELUXIA Kamata-nishi" in Ota Ward, Tokyo. The property has obtained ZEH-M Oriented certification, is an environmentally conscious building that cuts primary energy consumption by 33%, and adopts DXYZ's facial recognition platform "FreeiD" and IoT equipment. It has 38 units in total, with sale prices from 42.2 million yen to 64.3 million yen.

Facts:
- Sales begin on Nov. 2, 2026
- aimed at reducing primary energy consumption by 20% or more
- obtained a 33% reduction and BELS rating
- 13 minutes' walk from "Kamata" Station
- 10 minutes' walk from "Yaguchinowatashi" Station on the Tokyu Tamagawa Line
- 4 minutes to "Kawasaki" Station
- 10 minutes to "Shinagawa" Station
- 17 minutes to "Yokohama" Station
- 24 minutes to "Tokyo" Station
- 5-story building above ground
- Total units: 38 units
- Sales price: 42.2 million yen to 64.3 million yen

## Japan Security Token Association to hold seminar "Outlook for Tokenization Business from a Payments Perspective - The Future of "Money" and "Assets" Connected by Stablecoins -"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000045921.html
- anchor: #n3702891
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本セキュリティトークン協会、JSTA、株式会社Startale Japan、SBI VCトレード株式会社、TMI総合法律事務所

一般社団法人日本セキュリティトークン協会 (JSTA) will hold a seminar on the theme of "Outlook for Tokenization Business from a Payments Perspective" on Nov. 24, 2026. With speakers invited from 株式会社Startale Japan, SBI VCトレード株式会社 and TMI総合法律事務所, it will discuss new financial services and business models using stablecoins and security tokens.

Facts:
- Nov. 24, 2026
- 19:00-21:00
- Participation fee: Free

## [HMC2026] Only a few on-site seats remain. A single registration also gives access to the archive after the event

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000054829.html
- anchor: #n3702890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社micado、KABUTO ONE

株式会社micado announced that only a few on-site seats remain for the "Hotel Marketing Conference 2026 (HMC2026)" to be held on Nov. 10 and 11, 2026. Day 1 has reached capacity and registration has closed, but free online participation is still available. Day 2 also has few seats left, so early registration is recommended.

Facts:
- Total value of 1,178,460 yen
- All 6 types of prizes

## [三田製麺所] 18th Anniversary Commemoration, Part 1! Holding a 2-day-only campaign to enjoy tsukemen for 700 yen

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000185678.html
- anchor: #n3702889
- Companies mentioned: SAKIGAKEホールディングス、株式会社エムピーキッチン、三田製麺所、出前三田製麺所、京都北白川 ラーメン魁力屋、札幌みその

三田製麺所, operated by 株式会社エムピーキッチン, will hold a campaign to mark its 18th anniversary, offering tsukemen for 700 yen (tax included) to official app registrants for 2 days only, from Nov. 3 to 4, 2026.

Facts:
- 18th anniversary since founding
- Tsukemen for 700 yen
- Limited to 2 days
- 51 stores nationwide
- Capital: 925.16 million yen

## Knock on the Door, 蘭越町 and Mediplan sign "Partnership Agreement on Promoting Regional Healthcare Using Digital Technology"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000046488.html
- anchor: #n3702888
- Companies mentioned: ノックオンザドア株式会社、蘭越町、株式会社メディプラン、札幌立花病院、メモリークリニックとりで、スギ薬局グループ

ノックオンザドア株式会社, 蘭越町 and 株式会社メディプラン signed the "Partnership Agreement on Promoting Regional Healthcare Using Digital Technology" on Oct. 30, 2026, aiming to demonstrate a regional healthcare model in 蘭越町 that utilizes online medical consultations and other means.

Facts:
- Oct. 30, 2026

## Beauty media Mimi Beauty announces "2026 Second Half Buzz Cosmetics"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000149034.html
- anchor: #n3702887
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Mimi Beauty、Mimi Beauty、花王株式会社、花王MKニュース

Beauty media "Mimi Beauty," operated by 株式会社Mimi Beauty, announced the "2026 Second Half Buzz Cosmetics," selected by vote from cosmetics that drew attention on social media from April to September 2026. Kao's "Biore Ouchi de Esthe Deep Clay Face Wash" was chosen as the Grand Prize winner, and an analysis of the factors behind its buzz and its impact on the market was also released.

Facts:
- with total followers exceeding 5.93 million, among other things
- 8 editorial staff members nominated 31 items, and
- PRIMAmimist 117 members
- The top 15 items were announced as the "2026 Second Half Buzz Cosmetics"
- Valid responses: 117
- Price: 1,237 yen (tax included)
- Achieved 16 times the original plan (*)

## Long-established umbrella maker トンボ洋傘前原光榮商店 releases 2 Christmas-limited umbrella models for 2026 [limited to 50 units].

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000152079.html
- anchor: #n3702886
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社前原光榮商店、トンボ洋傘前原光榮商店、前原光榮商店

株式会社前原光榮商店 will hold its "2026 Christmas Fair" from Nov. 16 to Dec. 25, 2026, releasing 2 Christmas-limited color models of the "Liberiola" series in limited quantities.

Facts:
- From Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- Until Friday, Dec. 25
- Limited to 20 units
- Limited to 30 units
- 55,000 yen
- 49,500 yen

## Hotels under the ベストウェスタン brand will be reborn as KOKO HOTELS from December 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000119847.html
- anchor: #n3702885
- Companies mentioned: ポラリス・ホールディングス株式会社、Polaris Hotels & Resorts、KOKO HOTELS、ベストウェスタン

ポラリス・ホールディングス株式会社 announced that 6 hotels under its operated ベストウェスタン brand will transition to its own brand KOKO HOTELS from December 2026.

Facts:
- 6 of the 8 hotels
- Sequentially from December 2026
- 10% OFF for official website reservations
- 67 hotels nationwide (as of Nov. 2, 2026)
- 500 points given for new membership registration
- 73 hotels nationwide (as of Nov. 2, 2026)

## [LINE GAME] In November, "Rolcana Woody <Transformation>" and "Rolcana Cruella" from "Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game" appear for a limited time in "LINE: Disney Tsum Tsum"!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000179742.html
- anchor: #n3702884
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、LINE GAME、株式会社タカラトミー、NHN PlayArt 株式会社、Apple Inc.

In "LINE: Disney Tsum Tsum," operated by LINEヤフー株式会社, "Rolcana Woody <Transformation>" and "Rolcana Cruella" derived from the "Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game" appeared for a limited time in November 2026, and related events and campaigns were held.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Monday, Nov. 30, 23:59
- 154 countries and regions
- 100 million downloads worldwide cumulative
- 15 winners by lottery

## Cybersecurity community led by top executives, "Security Trust Forum (STF)," launched; first meeting held

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000181531.html
- anchor: #n3702883
- Companies mentioned: NTT株式会社、NTTグループ、NTTセキュリティ・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社NTTデータ、NTTドコモビジネス株式会社、ANAホールディングス株式会社、株式会社岡三証券グループ、JSR株式会社、東京電力ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社東芝

NTTグループ has launched the invitation-only, paid-membership community "Security Trust Forum (STF)," where corporate executives discuss cybersecurity as a management issue, and will hold its 1st meeting on Nov. 27, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 27, 2026
- 年2回
- 3 times a year

## Flagship Orchestra joins "SEGA UNIVERSE x SKY PerfecTV! 30th Anniversary Special Project." Fan vote to decide the official mascot character of "SEGA UNIVERSE" starts Nov. 2!

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000022200.html
- anchor: #n3702882
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フラッグシップオーケストラ、株式会社セガ、スカパーJSAT株式会社、フジテレビONE

株式会社フラッグシップオーケストラ, Sega and SKY Perfect JSAT, 3 companies in all, will carry out the "SEGA UNIVERSE x SKY PerfecTV! 30th Anniversary Special Project" to mark the 30th anniversary of SKY PerfecTV!. A fan vote to decide the official mascot character of "SEGA UNIVERSE" will start on Nov. 2, and a collaboration special with "Game Center CX" is scheduled to air in December.

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of the start of SKY PerfecTV! service
- Starts Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 90-minute special program

## Hyojito appoints new head of Seoul, South Korea sales office

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000160188.html
- anchor: #n3702881
- Companies mentioned: 表示灯株式会社、TAXFREESHOPS.JP、ナビタ

表示灯株式会社 announced that it has appointed Yuki Kamimoto as the new head of its Seoul, South Korea sales office, effective Nov. 1, 2026. The office was opened in May 2026 with the aim of raising awareness and promoting use of 『TAXFREESHOPS.JP』 and supporting Korean companies' expansion into the Japanese market.

Facts:
- Effective Nov. 1, 2026
- May 2026
- Expanding to more than 4,000 locations nationwide

## 株式会社ビーツ provides end-to-end support for Qoo10's experiential facility "SAMPLE HOUSE," from planning and space design to construction and operation

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000061940.html
- anchor: #n3702880
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーツ、Qoo10、eBay Japan合同会社、Leferi

株式会社ビーツ supported Qoo10's experiential facility "SAMPLE HOUSE," operated by eBay Japan合同会社, consistently from planning through operation.

Facts:
- About 100 brands
- Every 3 months
- 7 types of sample products
- 1日約700名の来場
- Opening on Oct. 1, 2026
- April 2026

## 紀の川市 holds shakeout drill

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000173667.html
- anchor: #n3702879
- Companies mentioned: 消防庁、気象庁、紀の川市、和歌山県、紀の川市役所、危機管理部、危機管理消防課、全国瞬時警報システム、Ｊアラート、YouTube

紀の川市 will conduct an early earthquake warning response drill and a web-based learning drill on Nov. 5, 令和8年.

Facts:
- 年2回
- 平成20年度
- 令和８年１１月５日
- 10 a.m.
- About 1 minute

## 紀の川市 holds human rights lecture

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000173667.html
- anchor: #n3702878
- Companies mentioned: 紀の川市、紀の川市教育委員会、紀の川市人権委員会、和歌山県

Aiming to build a community free of discrimination, 紀の川市 will hold a human rights lecture on Nov. 14, 令和8年. The speaker is Mr. Mana Ito, and the theme is "A Heart That Never Gives Up." Capacity is 360 people.

Facts:
- 令和８年１１月１４日
- 360 people

## [ヒルトン広島] Displays giant diorama "2026 Christmas Train," made possible by about 100 sponsors

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000087710.html
- anchor: #n3702877
- Companies mentioned: ヒルトン広島、ヒルトン名古屋、NPO法人プレイグラウンド・オブ・ホープ、ヒルトン・ホテルズ&リゾーツ

ヒルトン広島 will display the giant diorama "2026 Christmas Train," made possible by about 100 sponsors, in the first-floor hotel lobby from Nov. 8, 2026 to Jan. 8, 2027. This charity project aims to raise donations for child welfare facilities and other institutions, and it is being held for the 4th time since the hotel opened.

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- Period through Friday, Jan. 8, 2027
- 4th event since opening
- This year marks the 27th year
- Exceeding 650 million yen
- About 11 meters in total length
- 420 rooms in total

## Helical Fusion Deputy CTO Goto appointed as member of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Fusion Energy Technology Development Strategy Task Force"

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000089262.html
- anchor: #n3702876
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Helical Fusion、Helical Fusion、大学共同利用機関法人 自然科学研究機構 核融合科学研究所、NIFS

Takuya Goto, co-founder and Deputy CTO of 株式会社Helical Fusion, was appointed on Oct. 30, 2026 as a member of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Fusion Energy Technology Development Strategy Task Force Committee."

Facts:
- As of Oct. 30, 2026
- Sept. 25, 2026
- Spanning about 70 years
- Targeting sometime in the 2020s
- By the 2030s
- In May 2023
- More than 30 companies in Japan
- 3,268 seconds (about 54 minutes)

## 株式会社ウィルネクスト establishes subsidiary "株式会社ウィルネクストジョブ" to handle job placement agency business; Wataru Orihara appointed representative director

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000039305.html
- anchor: #n3702875
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウィルネクスト、株式会社ウィルネクストジョブ、LUF株式会社

株式会社ウィルネクスト has established the subsidiary "株式会社ウィルネクストジョブ" to handle its job placement agency business, and Wataru Orihara has been appointed representative director. The new company will work with the media outlet "Loved Company Japan" to provide end-to-end support from connecting with companies to assisting with selection.

Facts:
- Established: July 17, 2026
- Paid employment placement business license number: 14-ユ-302646

## A first in Tochigi Prefecture! "ツクリオ 佐野キッチン" begins operations

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000039424.html
- anchor: #n3702874
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Antway、株式会社リョーム

株式会社Antway has signed a franchise agreement with 株式会社リョーム and established "ツクリオ 佐野キッチン," the first manufacturing base in Tochigi Prefecture, in Sano, Tochigi. It will begin operations on Nov. 2, 2026, bringing the total number of domestic manufacturing bases to 12.

Facts:
- System of 12 bases nationwide
- 8 franchise stores
- 4 directly operated stores
- Operations begin Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Cultivated over more than 45 years since founding
- From more than 1,000 types of menu items

## パラドゥ introduces a limited winter collection themed "My Sweet Cat."

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000003531.html
- anchor: #n3702873
- Companies mentioned: パラドゥ株式会社、パラドゥ、セブン‐イレブン

パラドゥ株式会社 will release a limited-quantity winter collection (5 items in total) themed "My Sweet Cat" at セブン‐イレブン.

Facts:
- パラドゥ's limited winter collection for 2026
- Makeup and skincare collection of 5 items in total
- Price: ¥990 (tax included)
- Price: ¥440 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,320 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,100 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,760 (tax included)
- Capacity: 240g
- Contains 90% serum ingredients (*4)
- Ultra-fine 1.5mm lead
- Shipments to stores begin in sequence from Monday, Nov. 2, 2026

## Reservations open for the seasonal French cheese "Mont d'Or," carefully selected by cheese specialty shop フェルミエ, on the e-commerce site "UNCORK" operated by 株式会社モトックス

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000132850.html
- anchor: #n3702872
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社モトックス、フェルミエ、アルノー社、ドメーヌ・コワイヨ

Starting Nov. 2, 2026, 株式会社モトックス began accepting pre-orders on its e-commerce site "UNCORK" for the seasonal French cheese "Mont d'Or," selected by cheese specialty shop フェルミエ, and related wine sets.

Facts:
- Founded in 1915
- From Nov. 2, 2026
- Mont d'Or 400g
- Nov. 2 to Nov. 15
- Dec. 16 to Dec. 18
- Founded in 1907
- Aged 48 months or more
- 110th anniversary of founding
- 25 countries worldwide

## [First in Kansai] FONDAN, a specialty shop for "melt-in-your-mouth sweets" found only at Tokyo Station, makes its Kansai debut. Starting with its signature product, the "Fondant Sandwich," FONDAN's "melting" flavors come to Osaka.

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000110140.html
- anchor: #n3702868
- Companies mentioned: 北海道コンフェクトグループ株式会社、FONDAN

FONDAN, a specialty shop for "melt-in-your-mouth sweets" exclusive to Tokyo Station, will hold a pop-up store at Hankyu Umeda Main Store in Osaka for 8 days starting Nov. 11, 2026. It will sell its signature "Fondant Sandwich" and the new winter-limited "Fondant Chocolat Sandwich," among other items.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- Wednesday, Nov. 18
- 8 days
- Nov. 1
- 1,350 yen (tax included)
- 2,646 yen (tax included)
- 4,763 yen (tax included)
- 1,458 yen (tax included)
- 2,160 yen (tax included)

## "If your system went down right now, how many minutes back could you restore?" Zero Data Loss, limiting data loss to under 1 second on Oracle SE2, now available

- Published: 2026-11-02T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000087136.html
- anchor: #n3702867
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インサイトテクノロジー、Oracle、Dbvisit StandbyMP

株式会社インサイトテクノロジー has begun offering "Zero Data Loss (ZDL)," a new option that limits data loss risk to under 1 second, for "Dbvisit StandbyMP," its DR solution for Oracle databases.

Facts:
- Less than 1 second
- 5 to 15 minutes
- Up to about 75%