Popular game 'Keshigomu Otoshi' (Eraser Drop), with over 10,000,000 cumulative downloads, arrives as a LINE Mini App! Play instantly with no download required!
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SAT-BOX株式会社 has begun distributing a LINE Mini App version of its popular game 'Keshigomu Otoshi' (Eraser Drop), which has surpassed 10,000,000 cumulative downloads. It can be played instantly from LINE with no download required.
[October: Record-High Level] 52 Specified Skilled Worker "Nursing Care" personnel begin assignments nationwide! MIRAI accelerates turning them into ready-to-work staff on site with thorough "full accompaniment support"
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MIRAI株式会社 announced that 52 foreign workers under the Specified Skilled Worker "Nursing Care" category were assigned nationwide in October 2026. It achieved a record-high level of arrivals and is strengthening retention support through "full accompaniment support."
Free paper 'Natts Special Issue,' shining a light on Wakayama City's "half-century coffee shops" amid youth outflow and lack of successors, is well received; reprint decided
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株式会社NANKAI has decided to reprint 'Natts Special Issue vol.2,' a free paper featuring 6 coffee shops in Wakayama City that have been in business for over 50 years. Amid challenges such as youth outflow and a lack of successors, it has drawn a response for promoting the appeal of community-rooted coffee shop culture.
Hot springs in winter!! Enjoy a great deal on a trip to Kaga Onsen Village via 一休.com/Yahoo!トラベル! Limited-time 5% point-up campaign begins!!
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一般社団法人加賀市観光交流機構 announced that it will run a limited-time campaign giving a flat 5% point boost to customers who book designated accommodations in Kaga Onsen Village through 一休.com and Yahoo!トラベル.
株式会社アップデート President and CEO Nagayuki Harayama speaks at Niigata University Faculty of Law class "Kenjin Kaigi" (Council of Sages)
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Nagayuki Harayama, President and CEO of 株式会社アップデート, spoke at the Niigata University Faculty of Law lecture "Kenjin Kaigi" (Council of Sages), giving a talk on the theme "A Way of Living That Doesn't Lose Sight of Yourself."
Facts
98 employees
Sales on the scale of 3 billion yen
Sales on the scale of 1 billion yen
On the scale of 4 billion for the group as a whole
株式会社酉島製作所 attended the "Manhole Cover Advertisement Unveiling Ceremony" hosted by Takatsuki City, held to commemorate the city having the No. 1 number of manholes installed in Japan.
"Virtual Space Experience Festival in Tsurumi" to be held!!
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株式会社amulapo will hold the "Virtual Space Experience Festival in Tsurumi" on Nov. 28 in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. The event is carried out as part of a project commissioned by Kanagawa Prefecture, and aims to spark children's interest in science and technology through space experiences using VR/AR technology.
2nd 'APA Hotel STAY' brand property: APA Hotel STAY <Komatsu Grand> rebrands and opens today, Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
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アパホテル株式会社 has rebranded and opened "APA Hotel <Komatsu Grand>" in Komatsu, Ishikawa Prefecture, as "APA Hotel STAY <Komatsu Grand>." It is the 2nd property under the 'APA Hotel STAY' brand, offering all-inclusive service, an authentic sauna and a local breakfast buffet.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
アパグループ, which marks its 55th anniversary of founding this year
First-ever "All-Hokkaido Cultural Festival 2026," a joint school festival gathering high school students from Hokkaido's "Regional Future Study Abroad" schools, to be held in Sapporo
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"Bスポンサーズ," operated by 株式会社ネオキャリア, will hold the first-ever "All-Hokkaido Cultural Festival 2026," a joint school festival of 7 schools participating in Hokkaido's "Regional Future Study Abroad" program, in Sapporo on Nov. 29, 2026, in cooperation with the General Incorporated Foundation Regional and Educational Attractiveness Platform.
Facts
7 high schools in Hokkaido
Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
39 high schools participate in "Regional Future Study Abroad," and
More than 5000 Regional Future Study Abroad students have been produced so far
A cultural festival on the scale of 10,000 visitors
Granular Energy and 三菱総合研究所 to collaborate on supporting corporate renewable energy procurement
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Granular Energy SAS and 三菱総合研究所 signed a memorandum of cooperation on Oct. 8 to support corporate renewable energy procurement, and will support the introduction of Hourly Matching and EnergyTag-certified systems.
Facts
Oct. 8
6,336,240,000 yen
Companies mentioned：Granular Energy SAS、Granular Energy、株式会社三菱総合研究所、三菱総合研究所、MRI
Digital companion app "olne" that supports daily life with Parkinson's disease begins offering exercise content "Try Karate," created in cooperation with Shinkyokushinkai
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MovoMind株式会社 has begun offering the exercise content "Try Karate," created in cooperation with Shinkyokushinkai, on "olne," its digital companion app for Parkinson's disease.
Korean hair care brand "moev" appoints TSUKI of Billlie as its new ambassador and unveils the co-developed new line in Japan for the first time
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Korean hair care brand "moev" has appointed TSUKI of Billlie as its new ambassador and will unveil the "Perfume Bonding Line," co-developed with her, in Japan for the first time. It is also running the "A Scented Wish" campaign, with sales scheduled to begin on Qoo10 on Nov. 16, 2026.
Facts
We aimed for the scent to last 24 hours
Conducted tests to protect hair from styling tools that use 240℃ heat
For 2 Perfume No Sebum Hair Creams
Sales in Japan begin on Qoo10 on Nov. 16, 2026
Launched in Korea in July 2024
Companies mentioned：MOEV International Co., Ltd.、moev、Qoo10
神奈川県横須賀市 has decided to participate in the "Furusato Nozei Future Creation AWARD 2026," to be held on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
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一般社団法人ふるさと未来創造コンソーシアム announced that 神奈川県横須賀市 has entered the "Exchange and Vitality Creation Award" category at the "Furusato Nozei Future Creation AWARD 2026," to be held on Nov. 19, 2026. Using donations collected through original return gifts developed in cooperation with 横浜DeNAベイスターズ, Yokosuka City held a baseball event in September 2026.
[LINKA CHRISTMAS 2026] Give beauty and heartfelt feelings to your loved ones. LINKA unveils a special gift collection to brighten Christmas
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Beauty brand "LINKA" from 株式会社アイビビッド will offer its 2026 Christmas gift collection, "LINKA HOLIDAY COLLECTION 2026," at its official online store. It will sell limited-edition malachite green and sage green wrapping, beauty appliances compatible with e-gifts, and more.
WOTA signs agreement with Okayama Prefecture to strengthen the "inter-municipal wide-area mutual aid platform for water circulation systems"
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WOTA株式会社 has signed an agreement with Okayama Prefecture on wide-area mutual aid for domestic water equipment during disasters, and will strengthen its support framework through the inter-municipal platform operated by JWAD.
Facts
From 45 municipalities nationwide
A cumulative total of 142 units from 45 municipalities
A cumulative total of 88 sites as of Aug. 24
225 units (147 "WOTA BOX" units and 78 "WOSH" units)
Up to approx. 25,269 households
Companies mentioned：WOTA株式会社、WOTA、JWAD、Japan Water Association for Disaster
Share the cutting edge of bio-manufacturing! The 7th "Kansai Bio-Manufacturing Online Monthly Presentation" (November session) will be held on Nov. 19!
<VIS> Completes group integration of パドルデザインカンパニー. Full-scale launch of new "Work Design" that maximizes corporate value by integrating space and brand.
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株式会社ヴィス has completed the acquisition of all shares of パドルデザインカンパニー株式会社 and brought it into the group. As a result, it will integrate branding support into "Work Design" and begin full-scale solution delivery under the new structure on Sept. 14, 2026.
Universities shift toward science, yet the share of humanities applicants rises ~ Concentration on elite universities and large urban universities; competition easing in medicine ~
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学校法人河合塾 has released a report analyzing the latest trends in university entrance exams for academic year 2027. Even as the shift toward science advances, the share of humanities applicants is rising, and applications are concentrating on elite universities and large urban universities. In addition, competition in medical faculties is easing as the number of applicants declines.
Facts
The 18-year-old population for academic year 2027 is about 1.09 million, on par with the previous year
Number of examinees at 97% of the previous year
First-stage schedule (96% of the previous year)
The 10 elite university group is at 101% of the previous year
The semi-elite and regional hub university group is at 96%
The "other universities" group is at 93%
Private universities (96% of the previous year)
University groups total 99% of the previous year
"Other universities" are at 91%
Around a deviation score of 60.0
First-stage schedule at national and public university medical faculties is at 93% of the previous year
Second-stage schedule is at 81%
Private university medical faculties are also at 97% of the previous year
オラクル has announced Fusion Agentic Applications, new agentic applications equipped with "Fusion Claw" for supply chain operations. The foundation supports reasoning and execution in specialized tasks such as supply planning, shipment load planning and procurement spend, and runs on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
[株式会社CIO] Products eligible for the "Amazon Smile Sale" announced! Charging gadgets ideal for the latest smartphones and PCs are up to 50% OFF!
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Japan-born gadget maker 株式会社CIO announced that it will take part in the "Amazon Smile Sale" running from Nov. 4 to 12, 2026, with eligible products such as mobile batteries and chargers up to 50% OFF.
Facts
Wed., Nov. 4, 2026, 09:00 to Thu., Nov. 12, 23:59
8.7mm thick
Qi2 standard, up to 15W output
5000mAh
Sale price: 6,180 yen (tax included)
12% OFF
Up to 25W fast wireless charging
10,000mAh
Sale price: 7,480 yen (tax included)
13% OFF
Up to 35W output
Sale price: 7,980 (tax included)
11% off
Up to 67W high output
Sale price: 4,380 yen (tax included)
Up to 35% OFF
Up to 34% OFF
Up to 45W output
Sale price: 4,280 yen (tax included)
Sale price: 4,780 yen (tax included)
20% OFF
Sale price: 6,080 yen (tax included)
21% OFF
10% OFF
Sale price: 6,680 yen (tax included)
Sale price: 2,180 yen (tax included)
9% OFF
Sale price: 4,580 yen (tax included)
16% OFF
8% OFF
Sale price: 6,780 yen (tax included)
15% OFF
Companies mentioned：株式会社CIO、Amazon、Amazon.co.jp、Amazon.com, Inc.
[株式会社CIO] CIO Mate products eligible for the "Amazon Smile Sale" announced! Popular gadgets up to 47% OFF!
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Japan-born gadget maker 株式会社CIO announced that it will take part in the "Amazon Smile Sale" held on Amazon from Nov. 4 to 12, 2026, with CIO Mate products, mainly PC charging equipment, up to 47% OFF.
Packed with winter treats such as yellowtail, sailfin poacher and oysters! The "Yellowtail and Hokkai Festival" starts Tuesday, Nov. 10 at にぎりの徳兵衛 and 海鮮アトム!
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At all 52 stores of the conveyor-belt sushi chains にぎりの徳兵衛 and 海鮮アトム operated by 株式会社アトム, a limited-time "Yellowtail and Hokkai Festival" will be held from Nov. 10, 2026. It offers 19 seasonal winter items, including yellowtail, sailfin poacher and oysters, along with side menu items.
Digital stamp rally offering event-limited Roblox items to be held at Daidogei World Cup in Shizuoka 2026
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株式会社モンドリアン will hold a digital stamp rally linked with the game platform Roblox at Daidogei World Cup in Shizuoka 2026, to be held in Shizuoka City from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3, 2026. Event-limited original avatar items will be given free to the first 200 people, encouraging children to move around the venue while keeping down physical prize and IP license costs.
Ahead of GREEN×EXPO 2027, the "well" logo mark of the "NTT EAST Pavilion" is unveiled; sponsorship agreement also signed with Yokohama City, creating visitor experiences using IOWN
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NTT東日本 unveiled "well," the concept logo mark of the "NTT EAST Pavilion" that will exhibit at the 2027 International Horticultural Exposition (GREEN×EXPO 2027), and signed a sponsorship agreement with Yokohama City on creating visitor experiences using IOWN.
Niigata City's vice mayor and university students discuss the future of the "lagoon"! Seminar held on the theme "International Wetland City NIIGATA" (special project for the 50th anniversary of NSGグループ)
Ambient Dimensions Vol.3 NISSIN FURNITURE CRAFTERS ── Living spaces that blend with the presence of nature ──
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At the gallery SAMNICON in Nagano Prefecture, the third installment of an exhibition series introducing "Ballett," a new collection commemorating the 80th anniversary of 日進木工's founding, will be held. Furniture displays resulting from the collaboration between product designer Tomoyuki Matsuoka and 日進木工, along with an opening event, will take place.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Sunday, Dec. 20
over 80 years
80th anniversary of founding
3 companies
began around 2018
announced in 2019
Born in Mie Prefecture in 1970
After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at Chiba University in 1992
Studied abroad at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts from 1999
Founded TOMOYUKI MATSUOKA DESIGN in 2001
At the 2014 International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa
In 2008, opened a directly managed store in Kuramae, Tokyo
[JAF Sapporo] Grab New Year's "good fortune"! Hokkaido-born ベントス and a first-ever osechi giveaway campaign (Hokkaido only, with a double chance)
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JAF Sapporo Branch and 株式会社アイチフーズホールディングス are collaborating on a campaign giving 1 JAF member residing in Hokkaido a special three-tier osechi box "Kotobuki" from ベントス／甚兵衛. In addition, 200 people who are not selected in the drawing will receive a discount coupon.
Facts
List price 18,300 yen
Giveaway to 1 JAF member
Osechi discount coupons given to 200 people
A rich selection of over 90 kinds of bento at all times
On Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday), the annex course (barbering and beauty departments) of 横浜市立横浜商業高等校 will hold "BEAUTY YOKOHAMA NEXT-GEN 2026" in the first-floor atrium of the 横浜市 city hall
Lecvy participates in 内閣府's "Demonstration Operation of Camping Cars Assuming a Nankai Trough Earthquake"
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株式会社レクビィ will participate in a demonstration operation of camping cars assuming a Nankai Trough earthquake, conducted by 内閣府 in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture, and will provide its disaster volunteer vehicle "Pronte VVDR."
2026-2027 Japan Car of the Year "10 Best Cars" announced! Final selection meeting to be held on Dec. 3
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一般社団法人日本カー・オブ・ザ・イヤー's 日本カー・オブ・ザ・イヤー実行委員会 has announced the top 10 "10 Best Cars" advancing to the final selection meeting of the 2026-2027 Japan Car of the Year. Selected by votes from 58 selection committee members out of 33 vehicles, the final selection meeting will be held on Dec. 3 after a press event on Nov. 18.
~An event everyone can enjoy with diverse content!~ Free advance registration for visitors to "Cosme International Forum 2027 in SAGA" opens
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佐賀県 announced that free advance registration for visitors to the "Cosme International Forum 2027 in SAGA," to be held in Saga City in March 2027, will open on Nov. 2, 2026. The organizer is 一般社団法人ジャパン・コスメティックセンター (JCC).
Care home "As Heim Kodaira" opens in Kodaira, Tokyo on Nov. 1 (Sun.)
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株式会社アズパートナーズ opened the care home "As Heim Kodaira" in Kodaira, Tokyo on Nov. 1, 2026. It is the 35th facility in the As Heim series, has 90 private rooms, and features a design incorporating nature and Japanese elegance.
[Tokyo Sangenjaya Fureai Hiroba] Eat, enjoy and take in all of Hokkaido! Sangenjaya to host "Namara Issho Hokkaido Fair"
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The 北海道商工会連合会 will hold the "Namara Issho Hokkaido Fair" at Tokyo's Sangenjaya Fureai Hiroba on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. With 41 booths, the fair will feature sales of local specialties and consultations on relocating to Hokkaido.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
Sunday, the 8th
41 booths
Companies mentioned：北海道商工会連合会、㈲知内温泉旅館、㈱ヴーム、㈱永沼農園、㈲大畠精肉店、金滴酒造、アロマサロンＳＡ.ＫＵ.ＲＡ、豊浦S.W.FABRIK、The Old Grey Brewery、十勝ときいろファーム、㈱ベジハート、cafe bal covo
A treat for weekdays only. PARIYA's first sweets specialty shop, the Shiodome store of "PARIYA PATISSERIE," opens Monday, Nov. 2
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The Shiodome store of "PARIYA PATISSERIE," the first sweets takeout-only shop under "PARIYA" operated by 株式会社グリーンハウスフーズ, opens on Nov. 2. It has an attached central kitchen and will operate on weekdays only.
[ピエール・エルメ・パリ] Paying tribute to Sofia Coppola's "Marie Antoinette," a limited-edition rose-flavored macaron gift adorning the queen goes on sale
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To mark the 20th anniversary of the release of Sofia Coppola's film "Marie Antoinette," ピエール・エルメ・パリ will release "Marie Antoinette," an assortment of 8 rose-flavored macarons, in limited quantities at its Marunouchi boutique.
Facts
20th anniversary of release
4,320 yen (tax included)
Assortment of 8 macarons
Companies mentioned：PH PARIS JAPON 株式会社、ピエール・エルメ・パリ、メゾン・ピエール・エルメ・パリ
"Godzilla-n," a tie-up product with the film "Godzilla -0.0," arrives from "Mori no Tamago"! Limited-time sale at supermarkets nationwide from Nov. 2026
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たまご＆カンパニー株式会社 will sell "Godzilla-n," a tie-up product with the film "Godzilla -0.0," for a limited time at supermarkets nationwide from Nov. 2026.
To commemorate Civil Engineering Day! "Civil Engineering Day Seminar 2026" to be held to strengthen infrastructure DX implementation capabilities
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MODE, Inc. will hold "Civil Engineering Day Seminar 2026," a seminar to strengthen infrastructure DX implementation capabilities in commemoration of Civil Engineering Day, at Waseda University's Nihonbashi Campus on Nov. 16, 2026. Through talks by experts from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, JR East, Tokyo Metro, Mitsubishi Electric Plant Engineering and others, participants will discuss making infrastructure maintenance more efficient with AI and IoT, and co-creation between organizations and technologies.
Japanese version of the CRA practical guide "Built to Last: Toward a Sustainable Framework: Understanding the EU Cyber Resilience Act" released
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A Japanese version of "Built to Last," the practical guide to the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) published by OpenSSF, has been released. The CRA entered into force on Dec. 10, 2024, and applies directly to hardware and software products in the EU market. Key deadlines are notification of conformity assessment bodies in June 2026, vulnerability reporting in Sept. 2026, and full application in Dec. 2027.
Facts
Regulation (EU) 2024/2847
Dec. 10, 2024
June 2026
September 2026
Within 24 hours
Dec. 2027
10 questions
Companies mentioned：Open Source Security Foundation、OpenSSF、OpenSSF Japan Working Group、ルネサスエレクトロニクス、本田技術研究所、日立製作所、富士通、サイバートラスト、ENISA
Bring the popular flavors of long-established Römeyer home. 銀座ローマイヤ launches new "Spread Series"!
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ローマイヤ株式会社, a subsidiary of スターゼン株式会社, will launch a spread series under the 銀座ローマイヤ brand in Nov. 2026, consisting of 3 products: "Loin Ham Mousse," "Western-Style Chestnut Kinton," and "Liver Paste."
Facts
3 products: "Loin Ham Mousse," "Western-Style Chestnut Kinton," and "Liver Paste"
[Disaster Management Agency launches today] A new blueprint for disaster prevention using the power of sports: Book "Reversal Disaster Prevention Strategy" published by a Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake survivor and recipient of the Prime Minister's Commendation for Disaster Prevention Merit
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株式会社シンク CEO Daisuke Shinoda has published the book "Reversal Disaster Prevention Strategy" to coincide with the launch of the Disaster Management Agency on Nov. 2, 2026. Based on his experience as a survivor of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, he proposes a social implementation model of "disaster prevention sports" that harnesses the power of sports.
Facts
Today, Nov. 2, 2026
31 years since being affected by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake
Launch of one-time-purchase swipe LP production service "DeeSwipe" / DeeTeller digital marketing
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ディーテラー株式会社 has launched "DeeSwipe," a one-time-purchase swipe LP production service. There are no monthly fees or tool usage fees, and the source code is delivered with the product. Pricing starts at 500,000 yen per LP (one-time purchase).
Revopoint to unveil next-generation all-in-one 3D scanner "MIRACO 2" on CAMPFIRE soon
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Revopoint will soon unveil the next-generation all-in-one 3D scanner "MIRACO 2" on CAMPFIRE. Featuring high-precision scanning, outdoor capability and AI processing, it will offer a super early bird discount of 38% off.
Facts
Single-frame accuracy of up to 0.02 mm
Volumetric accuracy of up to 0.02 mm + 0.05 mm × L (m)
Supports 8K photogrammetry
Equipped with 6 scan modes
34 blue laser crosslines
15 blue laser parallel lines
Hybrid HD scanning at up to 10 million points per second
Supports up to 120 fps
Usable even under ambient light of up to 100,000 lux
Quomiru v2, a development support dashboard that presents the "next move" in software development with conclusions and supporting evidence, goes on sale
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テクマトリックス株式会社 began selling the dashboard tool "Quomiru v2," which supports decision-making in software development, on Nov. 2, 2026.
<New product> "Sand Cookie [Caramel & Chocolat]," a flavor woven from white chocolate and caramel, goes on sale for a limited time on Wed., Nov. 4 from woofie (ウーフィ)!
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株式会社シュクレイ will launch "Sand Cookie [Caramel & Chocolat]," a limited-time new product from the woofie brand, on Nov. 4.
In pursuit of a decarbonized society by 2050, 神奈川県 is recruiting "15th-term Kanagawa Prefecture Global Warming Prevention Activity Promoters" to carry out global warming prevention activities in their communities. The term runs from April 1, 令和9年 to March 31, 令和11年.
Selection results for the "Nofuku Award 2026" and voting results for "Agri-Welfare Collaboration Supporters 2026" announced!
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In the "Nofuku Award 2026" hosted by 農林水産省, 21 organizations were honored out of 196, with the Grand Prix going to 大隅半島ノウフクコンソーシアム. In the "Agri-Welfare Collaboration Supporters 2026" vote, Restaurant MOTOI received the most votes. The award ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 30, 令和8年.
[Tour report] Lightweight shaft Dynamic Gold 85 wins back-to-back events on the US女子ツアー, while 13 shafts contribute to victories on the US男子ツアー
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トゥルーテンパースポーツインクジャパン reported that a player using the Dynamic Gold 85 won back-to-back events on the US女子ツアー, and that a player using 13 of its shafts won on the US男子ツアー. According to Darrell Survey, it also maintains a high share, including a 70.0% iron usage rate on the US男子ツアー.
Facts
Oct. 29 to Nov. 1, 2026
A player who used True Temper shafts in all 13 clubs
A historic feat, the first by a Japanese player in 38 years
3rd career win on the US tour
Took the 5th win of the season
Rose sharply in the FedEx Cup rankings from 89th to 53rd
Irons: 70.0% (1st)
Wedges: 78.2% (1st)
Utilities: 38.2% (1st)
Woods: 19.2% (3rd)
1st: Dynamic Gold Tour Issue 30.0% (36 players)
2nd: PROJECT X 6.5 13.3% (16 players)
3rd: Dynamic Gold 120 7.5% (9 players)
1st: Dynamic Gold Tour Issue 52.9% (252 shafts)
2nd: Dynamic Gold Tour Issue ONYX 7.8% (37 shafts)
鹿児島市 will conduct a social experiment on staggered commuting hours from Nov. 9 to 20, aiming to cut morning peak-hour traffic by 10%. It is seeking about 4,000 participants.
INNO (イノー) adopted as the base carrier supporting use of Snow Peak's rooftop tent "Field Rise."
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株式会社カーメイト announced that, after conducting a vehicle-by-vehicle fitment survey for the rooftop tent "Field Rise," which 株式会社スノーピーク released on Oct. 10, 2026, base carriers from its own car carrier brand INNO (イノー) were adopted.
A rosé wine crafted by Roger Taylor of QUEEN arrives! Reservations now open at PGS for an authentic bottle that won a trophy at a world-class wine competition
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PGS, operated by 株式会社JAMSHOPPING, has begun accepting reservations for the French rosé wine "QUEEN Côtes de Provence Rosé," developed with the involvement of Roger Taylor of QUEEN. It won 95 points and a trophy at IWC 2026 and is scheduled for release on Dec. 11, 2026.
Facts
95 points
2026
750ml
13％
Grenache 70%
Cinsault 30%
3,960 yen
1913
Companies mentioned：株式会社JAMSHOPPING、PGS、Les Caves du Commandeur、QUEEN
[Sponsored by 文部科学省] Education AI Summit ONLINE to be held free of charge on Nov. 14! Considering generative AI practice in schools and the "power of inquiry" in the AI era
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The 一般社団法人教育AI活用協会 will hold the free "Education AI Summit ONLINE" on Nov. 14, 2026, under the sponsorship of the 文部科学省. Part 1 will announce the results of a contest co-hosted by 小学館, and Part 2 will feature a panel discussion co-hosted by the Tankyu Promotion Organization (TAO).
Facts
Nov. 14, 2026
13:00～17:30
Participation is free
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人教育AI活用協会、文部科学省、小学館、一般社団法人探究推進機構、Ddrive株式会社、ラーンネット・グローバルスクール、神戸情報大学院大学、慶應義塾大学、京都芸術大学、NPO法人学習学協会、松下政経塾、ミネソタ大学、国際コーチング連盟、経済産業省、（株）電通国際情報サービス、株式会社オシンテック、青楓館高等学院、yukAI English Club、京都橘大学、大阪大学、大阪教育大学、早稲田大学、札幌国際大学、同志社女子大学、JTB、明治図書、学陽書房、東洋館出版社
"2026 JBMXF 大東建託 Series Round 10 Ibaraki Tournament and 国営ひたち海浜公園 Cup" to be held Sunday, Nov. 8 (国営ひたち海浜公園)
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The 2026 JBMXF 大東建託 Series Round 10 Ibaraki Tournament, organized by the Japan BMX Federation, will be held at 国営ひたち海浜公園 on Nov. 8. The total number of participants is 132, and spectating is free.
The 60th Hino City Industry Festival will be held on Nov. 14 and 15, Reiwa 8, at the Citizens' Forest Fureai Hall and other venues, organized by the Hino City Industry Festival Executive Committee. The theme is "The Power of Work to Build the Future: SDGs Connected with the Community."
[Minato City, Tokyo] To be held Nov. 15! 港区 80th Anniversary MINATO City Half Marathon 2026
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The "MINATO City Half Marathon 2026," commemorating the 港区 80th anniversary, will be held on Nov. 15, Reiwa 8. About 6,000 runners will take part, with special awards, guest runners, and the "RunRun Fest" cheering event.
[NVIDIA® Jetson Thor™] From "Recording" to "Understanding": Turning City Video into Intelligence at the Edge with YUAN's "EDG6N0-S T5X"
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アスメック株式会社 began handling the edge AI NVR "EDG6N0-S T5X" from YUAN社 on Nov. 2. The product is equipped with NVIDIA® Jetson Thor™ and is designed for smart cities.
Invitation to the press conference for the founding of "Ryuji Akiyama CM Advertising Agency"
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A press conference for the founding of 株式会社秋山竜次CM広告社, with Ryuji Akiyama as president, will be held on Nov. 9, 2026, and the first round of applications for sound logo and CM song production services will open.
Beyond PFAS "Removal": PFAS concentrate collected in Shizuoka City treated with low-temperature subcritical water, reducing PFOS and PFOA by more than 99.8%
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株式会社Aホールディングス and 駿河GX technology conducted a demonstration experiment decomposing PFAS concentrate collected in Shizuoka City through subcritical water treatment, successfully reducing PFOS, PFOA and PFHxS by more than 99.8%.
Nurturing regional brands and opening new sales channels in the ASEAN market. Live commerce business from Niigata launches
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株式会社中央映画社 has entered a business partnership with にいがたAIビジネス株式会社 and VERZETRON PTE. LTD. of Singapore and launched a live commerce business based in Niigata. To expand regional brands into the ASEAN market, it held a press conference on Oct. 30, 2026, and will begin recruiting participating businesses on Nov. 2.
[PHR Promotion Council] To take part in 3 PHR-related programs at the 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics (Nov. 12-15, 2026, Sapporo)
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一般社団法人PHR普及推進協議会 will take part in 3 PHR-related programs (a tutorial, a conference program, and a joint program) at the 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics, to be held in Sapporo on Nov. 12-15, 2026, and will share trends in PHR standardization and social implementation.
Startup Lady Association holds first "Startup Lady Award 2026" ceremony! Winners in 3 categories announced
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On Oct. 28, 2026, 一般社団法人Startup Lady協会 held the first "Startup Lady Award 2026" ceremony at ジェミオ Tokyo Boutique, selecting 3 winners: entrepreneur category (株式会社タスカジ), investor category (株式会社Interbay) and social issue resolution category (Schoters). Partner Gemmyo provided the jewelry.
Facts
Oct. 28, 2026
3 categories
104 applications in total
A total of 3 award winners
served for 14 years
In 2013
12 years since founding
since 2020
More than 20 years
approximately 400 companies and businesses
more than 250 businesses
a track record of supporting approximately 110 companies
Japan-Born "Water OS" to Undergo Scientific Verification in Singapore
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株式会社Shelltas will proceed with discussions and a contract with the Aquaculture Innovation Centre (AIC), established by Temasek Polytechnic in Singapore, to conduct scientific verification of "Water OS," a water environment design technology centered on its proprietary marine calcium material "SeaFect®."
ケアパートナー Introduces Care Plan Data Exchange System at "All Facilities" for Elderly Welfare
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ケアパートナー株式会社, as a member of the 大東建託グループ, has introduced and begun full-scale operation of the "Care Plan Data Exchange System" at all the elderly welfare facilities it operates. The initiative aims to improve operational efficiency (reduce administrative burden) through digital transformation of care settings and to return the time created to improving care services and the workplace environment.
Facts
Operational efficiency toward 2040
Operational efficiency (20% or more)
Gradual rollout starting in April 2026
A plan aiming for rollout to all municipalities by April 2028
Hosting a "Eat and Experience" Gut Health Event. "Gut Health Bread" Debuts at Setagaya Bread Festival! A 9-Day Gut Health Trial Shows Changes in Bowel Movements. Bring Fermentable Dietary Fiber into Your Daily Eating Habits!
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一般社団法人発酵性食物繊維普及プロジェクト opened a pop-up store for "KINNOE" at the Setagaya Bread Festival and announced the results of a 9-day gut health trial using Mizkan's "Fibee."
出雲大社相模分祠 and 神奈川よさこいまつり実行委員会 will hold the "2nd Kanagawa Yosakoi Festival" at 8 venues in 5 cities along the Odakyu Line on Nov. 28 and 29, 2026. 84 teams and approximately 1,700 people from inside and outside the prefecture will take part, and the final contest will be held at Atsugi Chuo Park using a large special stage.
The Hugely Popular Food Festival "Nakamura Festival" Draws Approximately 9,000 Visitors! To Be Held Nov. 20 (Fri), 21 (Sat) and 22 (Sun) [中村調理製菓専門学校・中村国際ホテル専門学校]
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The school festival "Nakamura Festival," jointly held by 中村調理製菓専門学校 and 中村国際ホテル専門学校, will take place in Fukuoka from Nov. 20 to 22, 2026. Approximately 9,000 people visited last year, and events will include restaurants, takeout, hands-on classes and real weddings.
This Year's Last Large-Scale Fireworks in the Kansai Region, with Someone Special. "5th Expo Night Sky Becomes Art 2026" Held Nov. 21 (Sat), Tickets on Sale
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The "万博花火プロジェクト実行委員会" will hold the "5th Expo Night Sky Becomes Art 2026" on Nov. 21, 2026, at the East Plaza of Expo Commemoration Park in Suita, Osaka. The event will feature approximately 15,000 fireworks, music fireworks in collaboration with FM802, and drone art themed on the Tower of the Sun. Tickets are on sale.
IoT Gateway Remote Management Service "N-connect" Renewed. Supports All 5 Models of the iGS03 Series, with API Integration Available from November 2026
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株式会社N-style has renewed its IoT gateway remote management service "N-connect" and now supports all 5 models of the iGS03 series. It will also begin offering an API integration option in November 2026. The "iGS03MP," which supports LTE Cat 1 bis, has obtained SORACOM certified device status.
LIRIS CLM, with its email integration feature, can automatically link email exchanges about contracts without manual registration
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LIRIS株式会社 has released an email integration feature and Gmail integration (Chrome and Edge extensions) for its contract operations platform LIRIS CLM. This makes it possible to automatically import email exchanges and attachments related to contracts into LIRIS CLM without manual registration, enabling centralized management.
キビヤックファーマシー to expand same-day delivery order cutoff times from Nov. 1
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株式会社Kiviaq will expand the same-day delivery order cutoff times of キビヤックファーマシー from Nov. 1, 2026, making medication counseling eligible for same-day delivery until 20:30 on weekdays and until 17:30 on weekends and holidays.
65.6% of men want to improve thinning hair rather than gray hair: Top 3 factors that make people look older, according to survey
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A survey by 一般社団法人SKINLABO found that 65.6% of men want to improve thinning hair and hair volume rather than gray hair, and that "thinning hair and hair volume" was the most common factor making people look older.
livepass introduces "livepass QA" to 住友生命, aiming to advance "Vitality" inquiry handling through collaboration between AI and people
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livepass株式会社, jointly with TOPPAN株式会社, has introduced the AI solution "livepass QA" for inquiry handling for the health promotion insurance "Vitality" of 住友生命保険相互会社, and began providing it on Oct. 29, 2026.
[Nov. 29 (Sun.) Shizuoka, Numazu] Rare original copy of Le Corbusier's "Le Poème de l'angle droit" on special display! Special lecture by architect Yuzuru Tominaga to be held
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株式会社平成建設 will hold a special lecture by architect Yuzuru Tominaga in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 29, 2026, and will put on special display Le Corbusier's rare poem-and-picture book "Le Poème de l'angle droit."
トラベロカ × 韓国観光公社: Third Korea travel campaign to be held from Nov. 2
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トラベロカ, in cooperation with 韓国観光公社, will hold its third Korea travel campaign from Nov. 2 to 15, 2026. It will offer benefits such as up to 10,000 yen off airfare, and feature four cities: Busan, Daegu, Cheongju and Jeju.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 15
Up to 10,000 yen off airfare
5,000 yen off hotels
50% off eligible activities
5,000 yen off group benefit
Four cities: Busan, Daegu, Cheongju and Jeju
Companies mentioned：Traveloka Japan 株式会社、韓国観光公社、Korea Tourism Organization、KTO、トラベロカ、Traveloka
Group work "Itabashi 'Picture Books and Town' Printing Factory: From Manufacturing to Creating Experiences" by Tomiki Harada and Shuu Okamoto of Hiroshima Institute of Technology Graduate School decided as Gold Prize winner
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The group work "Itabashi 'Picture Books and Town' Printing Factory: From Manufacturing to Creating Experiences" by Tomiki Harada and Shuu Okamoto of Hiroshima Institute of Technology Graduate School was selected for the Gold Prize at the 4th "OFFICE DESIGN COMPETITION," a design contest for students jointly held by 株式会社フロンティアコンサルティング and 株式会社商店建築社.
Facts
4th
Of these, 96 entries were eligible for judging
11 works that advanced to the second (final) round of judging
[Nov. 5, Yokohama] Exhibiting at "Sutehaji" EXPO2026: Promoting the potential of co-creation through Para Powerlifting
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日本パラ・パワーリフティング連盟 (JPPF) will exhibit at "Sutehaji" EXPO2026, to be held at Pia Arena MM in Yokohama on Nov. 5, 2026, and promote the potential of co-creation with companies and communities through Para Powerlifting.
Using nut shells as an abrasive! ソネット to release plant-based "Eco Sponge Nut Scrub" on Monday, Nov. 2
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From ソネット, the German organic detergent brand handled by 株式会社おもちゃ箱, the plant-based "Eco Sponge Nut Scrub," which uses almond and hazelnut shells as an abrasive, will go on sale on Nov. 2, 2026.
[La Carpe] Holding "La Carpe Joint Exhibition 2026AW," a PR exhibition where visitors can experience wellness and beauty products from 8 carefully selected brands.
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株式会社ラキャルプ held "La Carpe Joint Exhibition 2026AW" at Salon de LA CARPE in Omotesando on Oct. 7 and 14, 2026, introducing wellness and beauty products from 8 carefully selected brands to media representatives and general consumers.
Kikusui Shuzo's experience-based facility "KIKUSUI Kura GARDEN" wins 2026 Wood Design Award, following Good Design Award
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Kikusui Shuzo's experience-based facility "KIKUSUI Kura GARDEN" won the Heartful Design category of "Wood Design Award 2026," organized by 一般社団法人日本ウッドデザイン協会.
Facts
235 works received awards
A soy sauce storehouse estimated to be 150 years old
Kikusui Shuzo was founded in 1881
For 10 years, the old timber was carefully preserved
北広島市, Hokkaido, will exhibit at "Satofull Festival 2026 in OSAKA," to be held in Osaka on Nov. 7, 2026, offering tastings of "Shiroi Koibito," "Bacon Bushi," "gelato" and more, and holding a prize drawing.
[Mayekawa Mfg. Moriya Plant] Sponsored the 40th Moriya City Commerce and Industry Festival
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株式会社前川製作所's Moriya Plant sponsored the "40th Moriya City Commerce and Industry Festival" held on Sept. 26 and 27, offering shaved ice made from pure ice. The company has taken part in this event since 2005, and this year marks its 22nd year.
Part 7: Emergency Measures Project for Soaring Prices of Extra-High-Voltage Electricity and Industrial LPG for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises: Supporting SMEs and others that use extra-high-voltage electricity and industrial LPG!
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the (公財)東京都中小企業振興公社 have begun accepting applications for the 7th emergency support program for small and medium-sized businesses affected by soaring prices of extra-high-voltage electricity and industrial LPG.
株式会社MY HONEY will hold the first limited-time roadshow for the "MYHONEY" brand at コストコ川崎倉庫店 from Nov. 2 to 15, 2026. Raw honey products will be available for sampling and sale.
Hakuju Institute for Health Science exhibits at "Mini Mini Health Day" held at Nakano Kyoritsu Clinic
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株式会社白寿生科学研究所 exhibited at "Mini Mini Health Day" held at Nakano Kyoritsu Clinic on Oct. 14, 2026, offering experiences of the brain fitness® assessment "CogEvo."
Future-maintenance brand "Florica" to exhibit at "TOHOKU DE&I FORUM 2026"
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The future-maintenance brand "Florica," operated by cosmetics OEM/ODM manufacturer 株式会社ピュール, will exhibit at "TOHOKU DE&I FORUM 2026," to be held in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, on Nov. 5 and 6, 2026, displaying and selling intimate-care products and distributing samples.
Taskaji CEO Sachiko Wada wins "Startup Lady Award" in entrepreneur category: 12-year challenge of solving housework with technology recognized. Taking housework expertise to AI and then physical AI
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Sachiko Wada, Representative Director of 株式会社タスカジ, has won the entrepreneur category of the "Startup Lady Award." She was recognized for her 12 years of work on the problem of women's career stagnation caused by the burden of housework, and for her vision of extending the accumulated expertise to AI and physical AI.
豊岡鞄 × .Garbon take on new manufacturing using leather derived from waste
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株式会社Gab will begin resource-circulating manufacturing in cooperation with 豊岡鞄, the regional brand of 兵庫県鞄工業組合, using the artificial leather ".Garbon Leather," made with charcoal derived from waste. It will co-exhibit at "Bag Fes in TOYOOKA" on Nov. 7, 2026, and hold workshops and displays.
Facts
Nov. 7, 2026
Tissue case: 500 yen
Tissue case with engraved leather charm: 1000 yen
Time required: about 10 to 15 minutes
Date and time: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, 10:00 to 16:00
Contemporary artist Yuya Hashizume and 奨学金バンク collaborate on crowdfunding to solve the scholarship problem through the power of art, starting Nov. 5
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株式会社アクティブアンドカンパニー will collaborate with contemporary artist Yuya Hashizume and launch a project aimed at solving the scholarship problem on the crowdfunding platform "CAMPFIRE" on Nov. 5, 2026.
Anko-sauce spaghetti specialty restaurant "Spaghettei Chao," in business for over 60 years, introduces a cooking robot
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TechMagic株式会社 announced that 株式会社大木家, which operates the anko-sauce spaghetti specialty restaurant "Spaghettei Chao," has introduced the stir-fry cooking robot "I-Robo 2" at its AEON Mall Toyokawa location, with operations starting on Oct. 1, 2026.