# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-02 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 4 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 426 items from 8 sources; Taiwan, 219 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## DKSH expands exclusive sales of bitop's cosmetic ingredients to the Japanese market

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000034329.html
- anchor: #n3703692
- Companies mentioned: DKSHジャパン株式会社、bitop AG、bitop

DKSH Japan has begun exclusive sales in the Japanese market of cosmetic ingredients developed by German biotechnology company bitop AG.

Facts:
- Since 2014
- For more than 160 years
- In 35 markets
- With 26,840 specialists
- In 2025, sales
- Achieved sales of 11.1 billion Swiss francs
- Operating 55 innovation centers
- Sales in 2025 reached 1.4 billion Swiss francs

## Jメール holds a 4-panel comic contest themed "instant men and women"! Grand prize of 300,000 yen, total prize money of 500,000 yen, entries wanted!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000043753.html
- anchor: #n3703691
- Companies mentioned: Jメール、有限会社エムアイシー総合企画

有限会社エムアイシー総合企画, which operates the matching service "Jメール," will hold a 4-panel comic contest themed "instant men and women" ahead of the Christmas season, awarding total prize money of 500,000 yen (300,000 yen for the grand prize).

Facts:
- 12 million cumulative members
- Prize money of 300,000 yen
- Total prize money of 500,000 yen
- Prize money of 100,000 yen

## Launching operation of "Kururin" using AI on-demand transport "mobi" in Takagi Village, Nagano Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000185443.html
- anchor: #n3703690
- Companies mentioned: KDDIスマートモビリティ株式会社、北部タクシー有限会社

Takagi Village, Nagano Prefecture, in cooperation with KDDI Smart Mobility and 北部タクシー有限会社, will begin trial operation of "Kururin," a reservation-based shared bus using the AI on-demand transport "mobi," on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- The aging rate has reached 35.6%
- Oshima district (76.3%)
- Ujijo district (53.1%)
- Yamato-chi district (52.3%)
- Approximately 60 pick-up and drop-off points installed throughout the village
- Starting on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026 to Friday, Jan. 29, 2027
- 大人（高校生以上）：1回 400円
- 小児（小・中学生）：1回 200円
- おでかけパス所持者：1回 300円
- 2 vehicles at all times

## Ducati Monster Dark: A Monster Clad in Jet Black

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000186295.html
- anchor: #n3703689
- Companies mentioned: ドゥカティ、ドゥカティジャパン株式会社、ドゥカティ・モーター・ホールディング

ドゥカティ has unveiled the "Monster Dark," a dark-colored version of the legendary naked bike "Monster," in Borgo Panigale. The bike is powered by a V2 engine, weighs 175 kg and produces a maximum output of 111 ps, and was announced by its Japanese subsidiary ドゥカティジャパン株式会社.

Facts:
- Oct. 29, 2026
- Achieves a total weight reduction of 4 kg
- A bike weighing just 175 kg has been born
- Seat height is just 815 mm
- 775 mm when combining the low suspension and low seat
- Set at every 45,000 km
- Maximum output is 111 ps at 9,000 rpm
- Maximum torque is 91.1 Nm at 7,250 rpm
- A version with output limited to 35 kW is also available
- V2 engine, 890 cc

## Making the "standard" for number of rooms and size zero. New product "0MA (Zero-ma)" born from 広島建設 セナリオハウス, designed around the "ma" (space) needed for living

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000104978.html
- anchor: #n3703688
- Companies mentioned: 広島建設株式会社、セナリオハウス

広島建設株式会社 has announced "0MA (Zero-ma)," a new product from its housing brand セナリオハウス that starts from 0LDK and can be customized by adding "ma" (spaces). From Nov. 1 to Dec. 27, 2026, it will run a campaign recruiting 10 monitor homes, giving away 500,000 yen toward construction costs.

Facts:
- 0LDK
- 1MA
- 2MA
- 500,000 yen (tax included) toward construction costs
- Recruiting 10 monitor homes
- Construction area: 49.68㎡
- Approx. 15.00 tsubo
- Construction area: 52.17㎡
- Approx. 15.75 tsubo
- Reference price (for Plan01): 15.8 million yen (tax included)
- +1MA +approx. 500,000 yen (tax included)
- +2MA +approx. 1 million yen (tax included)

## Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture, Introduces Deferred-Payment Hometown Tax Donation Service "Atofuru®"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000041586.html
- anchor: #n3703687
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電算、dsnあとふる株式会社

Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture, has decided to introduce the deferred-payment hometown tax donation service "Atofuru®" jointly with 株式会社電算, and will move ahead with full-scale operation.

Facts:
- approx. 370 million yen in fiscal 2023 (Reiwa 5)
- approx. 620 million yen in fiscal 2024 (Reiwa 6)
- expanded by approx. 1.7 times
- approx. 730 million yen in fiscal 2025 (Reiwa 7) as well, up 17.2% from the previous fiscal year
- up 17.2% from the previous fiscal year
- return gifts worth approx. 30% of the donation amount

## AI and Semiconductor Startup TAI Selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's "Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Project (Large-Scale Demonstration, ASEAN Member States)"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000072103.html
- anchor: #n3703686
- Companies mentioned: Tokyo Artisan Intelligence株式会社、TAI、AMEICC、Oppstar社、東北大学

TAI has been selected for a large-scale demonstration project of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and will work with Oppstar社 of Malaysia to advance demonstration testing and mass production of the low-power AI semiconductor chip "Manta Ray."

Facts:
- Reiwa 7 supplementary budget
- In June 2026,
- in July of the same year
- chip design, manufacturing and evaluation in 2027
- evaluation and early deployment for initial customers in 2028
- full-scale commercialization from 2029 onward
- in the initial lots from 2028 to 2030
- plan for a cumulative total of 100 units
- Established: March 3, 2020

## [JK Fandom] Fan Support Reflected in Award Judging! Voting Begins at 15:00 Today for Korea's First Virtual-Specialized Awards, the "1st Virtual Icon Awards"!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000066703.html
- anchor: #n3703685
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ・グローバル、JK Fandom、Rematch、韓国バーチャルヒューマン産業協会、KOVHIA、KINTEX

"JK Fandom," operated by 株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ・グローバル, will start the main voting at 15:00 on Nov. 2, 2026, as the official voting host for the "1st Virtual Icon Awards" organized by 韓国バーチャルヒューマン産業協会 (KOVHIA).

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, 15:00
- 3-round cutoff format
- in Feb. 2027
- 4 categories, 20 awards in total
- 300 Oshi Points or 300 Heart Points
- 30 Star Points
- cumulative series downloads of over 5 million
- points distribution record of over 300 million yen
- Capital: 9 million yen

## Recruiting new members aiming to become next-generation stars, from VTuber to 2.5-dimensional idol

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000159425.html
- anchor: #n3703684
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PANDORA、エルアンドエル・ビクターエンタテインメント株式会社、株式会社Global Growth（GGTK）

The media-mix project "IDOL:UnderCode," jointly developed by 株式会社PANDORA and エルアンドエル・ビクターエンタテインメント株式会社, has launched an open-ended audition for new members aiming to go from VTuber to 2.5-dimensional idol.

Facts:
- Applicants must be women aged 18 or older
- a 3-tier training and debut system based on activity track record
- The requirement is the ability to do studio streaming for 20 days a month and at least 80 hours

## Start of Handling of Compulsory Automobile Liability Insurance (Jibaiseki Insurance)

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000176464.html
- anchor: #n3703683
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WECARS、WECARS、ほけんの窓口グループ株式会社、ほけんの窓口、AIG損害保険株式会社

株式会社WECARS will begin handling compulsory automobile liability insurance (jibaiseki insurance) on Dec. 1, 2026. It will start at 5 stores in the Kanto area and handle products from AIG損害保険株式会社.

Facts:
- Dec. 1, 2026
- 5 stores in the Kanto area

## Bringing the Fine Radiance of Pure Platinum to Everyday Life: "Platinum Woman" New Jewelry Collection Goes on Sale Monday, Nov. 2, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000028959.html
- anchor: #n3703682
- Companies mentioned: 田中貴金属リテイリング株式会社、田中貴金属、プラチナ・ギルド・インターナショナル、認定NPO法人カタリバ、田中商店、株式会社田中貴金属グループ、山崎商店

田中貴金属リテイリング株式会社 will sell 3 new pure platinum jewelry items from "Platinum Woman," a joint brand with プラチナ・ギルド・インターナショナル, starting Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 3 new pure platinum jewelry items
- Price including tax: 112,000 yen
- Price including tax: 118,000 yen
- Price including tax: 90,000 yen
- 500 yen

## 7th "heeee!" Event Opens at Omotesando GYRE from Nov. 3

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000015029.html
- anchor: #n3703681
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ステディスタディ、株式会社ドラマティック、キユーピー株式会社、株式会社両口屋是清、KURKKU FIELDS

The 7th installment of the sustainability event "heeee!" planned by 株式会社ドラマティック will be held from Nov. 3, 2026, at the cafe, deli and bar "uni" inside Omotesando GYRE. Lunch plates supervised by high school students from Shinagawa Girls' Academy will be offered, and menus using non-standard-grade ingredients and more will be sold for a limited time with ingredient cooperation from キユーピー株式会社, Ryoguchiya Korekiyo and others.

Facts:
- 7th installment
- From Tuesday, Nov. 3 (national holiday), 2026
- through Sunday, Nov. 22
- from 1,700 yen

## Vessel Club Membership Program Renewed on Nov. 2! Top Rank "Diamond" Born, Up to 11% Points Back, and Breakfast Gift Every Time You Stay

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000088956.html
- anchor: #n3703680
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベッセルホテル開発、ベッセルホテルズ、株式会社ベッセル、株式会社ベッセルテクノサービス、公益財団法人しぶや美術館

株式会社ベッセルホテル開発 will renew its membership program "Vessel Club" on Nov. 2, 2026, adding the new top rank "Diamond." The point return rate will be up to 11%, and at all facilities breakfast gifts for the member and companions and extended free early check-in and late check-out hours will be expanded.

Facts:
- Nov. 2
- 5 ranks
- up to 11%
- 2 hours
- April 1
- the following March 31
- 10 million yen
- 2,666 people

## 豊田通商 Expands Mobility Business in Bangladesh

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000000769.html
- anchor: #n3703679
- Companies mentioned: 豊田通商株式会社、豊田通商、Toyota Bangladesh Limited、TBL

At a roundtable with Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, 豊田通商 announced a plan to invest an additional 45 million US dollars during 2026 to expand its mobility business. Cumulative total investment is expected to exceed 50 million US dollars, and the possibility of a local vehicle assembly (KD) business is also being considered.

Facts:
- 45 million US dollars
- 50 million US dollars
- 5 million US dollars

## エーエル プラス株式会社 Obtains "Kurumin Certification" as a "Child-Rearing Support Company"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000155184.html
- anchor: #n3703678
- Companies mentioned: エーエル プラス株式会社、アルフレッサ ホールディングス株式会社、アルフレッサグループ、株式会社琉薬、アルフレッサ ファインケミカル株式会社、ティーエスアルフレッサ株式会社、アルフレッサ株式会社、アルフレッサ ファーマ株式会社

エーエル プラス株式会社 has obtained the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare's "Kurumin Certification." It achieved childcare leave uptake rates of 90% for men and 100% for women, bringing the number of certified companies in the アルフレッサグループ to 6.

Facts:
- men 90%
- became 6 companies

## ティーエスアルフレッサ株式会社 Obtains "Platinum Kurumin Certification"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000155184.html
- anchor: #n3703675
- Companies mentioned: ティーエスアルフレッサ株式会社、アルフレッサ ホールディングス株式会社、アルフレッサ ファインケミカル株式会社、株式会社琉薬、アルフレッサ株式会社、アルフレッサ ファーマ株式会社、エーエル プラス株式会社

ティーエスアルフレッサ has obtained the "Platinum Kurumin Certification" from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare. As a result, the number of companies in the アルフレッサグループ holding this certification is 2.

Facts:
- Childcare leave uptake rate for men: 84%
- Childcare leave uptake rate for women: 90%
- Share of female employees who remained continuously employed for at least 1 year after childbirth: 100%
- Paid annual leave uptake rate: 70.5%
- bringing the total to 2 companies

## Makuake応援購入総額1.6億円超！オートクリーン加湿器「STEM 700iH（ステム700アイエイチ）」「STEM 300H（ステム300エイチ）」2026年11月13日（金）より一般発売。

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000011678.html
- anchor: #n3703674
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カドー、cado、マクアケ、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、ソニー株式会社、東芝、北里環境科学センター、日本電機工業会、全国家庭電気製品公正取引協議会

株式会社カドー will put the auto-clean humidifiers "STEM 700iH" and "STEM 300H", which achieved over 160 million yen in support purchases on Makuake, on general sale from Nov. 13, 2026.

Facts:
- Total support purchases have surpassed 160 million yen
- [Total support purchases / Supporters] 162,621,416 yen / 3,887 supporters
- With support from 3,887 supporters
- Cleanliness and peace of mind through heat sterilization*3 that suppresses 99.9% of bacteria
- Ultra energy-saving design that keeps electricity costs to 1/7*4
- General sale from Friday, Nov. 13, 2026

## Brand "WAVE", which designs "seeing", holds its first pop-up store "AnOther View" in Daikanyama! Three days where art, vintage clothing, antiques and food intersect

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000033964.html
- anchor: #n3703673
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パレンテ、WAVE、SPEAK FOR、kubomi、ユリ、Tem、No Normal、hooz whose、THE WINE SHOP TOKYO、Hundreds COFFEE、sandwich_boo、自転車花屋、レンズアップル、楽天、Amazon、Yahoo！ショッピング、千葉ジェッツ、ヴィッセル神戸、Rush Gaming

The brand "WAVE" of 株式会社パレンテ will hold its first pop-up store "AnOther View" in Daikanyama from Nov. 6 to 8, 2026. It will be a multi-genre event bringing together diverse exhibitors including art, vintage clothing, antiques and food and drink.

Facts:
- 3 days
- Nov. 6, 2026
- Nov. 8
- Total of 40 million orders
- January 2024
- 2013
- April 2023
- October 1977
- 2008

## Taisho Pharmaceutical holds "All Blacks Clinic @ Denen Rugby School" to commemorate 25th anniversary of sponsoring Japan national rugby team

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000180826.html
- anchor: #n3703672
- Companies mentioned: 大正製薬株式会社、清水建設、東京サントリーサンゴリアス

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of its sponsorship of the Japan national rugby team, Taisho Pharmaceutical held a rugby clinic on Oct. 25, 2026 at Denen Rugby School, inviting All Blacks legends and other players.

Facts:
- 25th anniversary of sponsoring Japan national rugby team
- Oct. 25, 2026
- About 130 people

## A new sleep habit proposed by cado. "FOEHN Stick Futon Cleaner", which changes the conventional wisdom of futon cleaners, goes on general sale from Thursday, Nov. 26.

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000011678.html
- anchor: #n3703671
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カドー、cado、Makuake、マクアケ、Amazon、楽天市場店、Yahoo!ショッピング店、ソニー株式会社、東芝

株式会社カドー will start general sales on Nov. 26, 2026 of the stick-type futon cleaner "FOEHN Stick Futon Cleaner", which gained over 77 million yen in support on Makuake.

Facts:
- 4,152 supporters
- Total support purchases of 77 million yen
- 77,534,572 yen
- 120,000 rotations per minute
- About 470 g
- 99.5% collection rate
- List price 18,700 yen

## 株式会社Natee signs "Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur" agreement with 秋田市

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000052778.html
- anchor: #n3703670
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Natee、秋田市

株式会社Natee has signed an agreement with 秋田市 under the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' "Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur Program" and will begin SNS-based city promotion support in Nov. 2026.

Facts:
- From Nov. 1, 2026
- More than 23,000 followers
- More than 50,000 registered users

## Notice of Riken Technos exhibiting at the "16th Ota Research and Development Fair: Industry-Academia Collaboration and New Technology Exhibition"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000060768.html
- anchor: #n3703669
- Companies mentioned: リケンテクノス株式会社、大田区産業プラザPiO

リケンテクノス株式会社 will exhibit at the "16th Ota Research and Development Fair: Industry-Academia Collaboration and New Technology Exhibition" to be held at 大田区産業プラザPiO on Nov. 5 and 6, 2026. It will present 4 functional film products, including highly conductive films and electromagnetic noise suppression films.

Facts:
- Nov. 5, 2026
- 11⽉6⽇（⾦）
- No. 85
- 4

## Take a break from meal prep from Christmas through the New Year holidays. 三ツ星ファーム begins selling all 6 Christmas menu items from Nov. 2

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000026850.html
- anchor: #n3703668
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イングリウッド、三ツ星ファーム

株式会社イングリウッド will begin selling all 6 Christmas menu items of its frozen home-delivery meal brand 三ツ星ファーム from Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- All 6 items
- Nov. 2, 2026
- Cumulative shipments of 50 million meals

## 22 producers and others gather from 石川県 for Noto's recovery and reconstruction: "Notomotto MARCHE TOKYO" to be held!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000127255.html
- anchor: #n3703667
- Companies mentioned: 石川県、全国農業協同組合連合会石川県本部、石川県漁業協同組合、YANMAR TOKYO

On Nov. 13, 石川県 will hold "Notomotto MARCHE TOKYO" in Yaesu, Tokyo, an event supporting the recovery and reconstruction of the Noto region. 22 producers will set up stalls, with top sales promotion by the governor and a special appearance by Pikachu.

Facts:
- Nov. 13 (Fri.)
- Held for the 3rd year this year

## Dec. 1 (Tue.) Financial education course for high school students "Know Money, Change Your Future": free to attend, with travel subsidy and a book gift

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000100140.html
- anchor: #n3703666
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人キッズドア、認定NPO法人キッズドア、株式会社RAVIPA、KADOKAWA

認定NPO法人キッズドア will hold the financial education course for high school students "Know Money, Change Your Future" on Dec. 1, 2026. With 新井亨, president and representative director of 株式会社RAVIPA, as lecturer, participation is free, with a travel subsidy (up to 1,500 yen round trip) and a gift of his book.

Facts:
- Dec. 1, 2026
- 18:30〜19:50
- Capacity: 100 people
- 30 in person
- 70 online
- Up to 1,500 yen round trip
- List price 2,090 yen

## Correctly rendering "osteoporosis" instead of a garbled mis-transcription. On-premises AI meeting minutes tool SecureMemo makes its medical-specific speech recognition model free for a limited time for medical and healthcare businesses

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000052152.html
- anchor: #n3703665
- Companies mentioned: Nishika株式会社、SecureMemo、JMED-DICT、Zoom、Teams

Nishika株式会社 has begun offering the medical-specific speech recognition model "shirushi-1.5-medical" of the on-premises AI meeting minutes tool SecureMemo free for a limited time from Nov. 2, 2026 for medical and healthcare businesses.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 2-week free trial
- About 120,000 medical terms
- Improved by 16 points

## Start of sales of "FWD Yen-Denominated Single-Premium Variable Annuity" at 株式会社三十三銀行

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000028922.html
- anchor: #n3703664
- Companies mentioned: FWD生命保険株式会社、株式会社三十三銀行、FWDグループ

FWD生命保険株式会社 will begin selling the "FWD Yen-Denominated Single-Premium Variable Annuity" through 株式会社三十三銀行 from Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- From Nov. 2, 2026
- 0.85% per year
- When 10 or more years have elapsed
- More than 2 million contracts

## 博報堂プロダクツ's Beauty Creative Team "BiBiBi" holds BiBiBi Beauty Photo Exhibition at Harakado in Harajuku

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000066685.html
- anchor: #n3703663
- Companies mentioned: 博報堂プロダクツ、博報堂、博報堂ケトル、本屋B&B、Tokyo Beauty Week 実行委員会、株式会社アイスタイル

博報堂プロダクツ's Beauty Creative Team "BiBiBi" will hold the photo exhibition "BiBiBi Beauty Photo Exhibition" at Harakado in Tokyu Plaza Harajuku from Nov. 21 to 29, 2026. The theme is "iki".

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 29
- 11:00～21:00

## "JP-BASE Ebisu", the 14th property in the renovation brand "JP-BASE" series, has launched | Crowdfunding service "LEVECHY"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000037420.html
- anchor: #n3703662
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LEVECHY、JP-BASE

株式会社LEVECHY has launched crowdfunding for "JP-BASE Ebisu", the 14th property in the renovation brand "JP-BASE" series. Scheduled for completion at the end of Jan. 2027, it is an 8-story building a few minutes' walk from Ebisu Station.

Facts:
- 14th property
- End of Jan. 2027
- 8 stories above ground
- Renovation of 13 buildings
- 1口1万円

## Gaming/Video Product Sale: Notice of Amazon Smile Sale

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000089028.html
- anchor: #n3703661
- Companies mentioned: Nextorage株式会社、ネクストレージ株式会社、Amazon

Nextorage株式会社は、2026年11月4日9:00から11月12日23:59まで開催される「Amazonスマイルセール」に参加し、PS5用SSDやSwitch2用メモリーカードなどのゲーミング・映像関連製品をセール価格で提供すると発表した。

Facts:
- Wed., Nov. 4, 2026, 9:00 – Thu., Nov. 12, 23:59
- 1 TB
- 8%
- 512 GB
- 15%
- 2 TB
- 10%
- 8 TB
- 13%
- 4 TB
- 9%
- PD100W
- 20Gbps
- 40Gbps
- 43%
- 30%
- 57%

## Conducts "Kakekomi Station" Drill in Cooperation with Hamamatsu Chuo Police Station

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000053694.html
- anchor: #n3703660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーンズ、コンフォートホテル、チョイスホテルズブランド

株式会社グリーンズ held its 3rd "Kakekomi Station" drill in cooperation with Hamamatsu Chuo Police Station on Oct. 21, 2026, at the コンフォートホテル浜松 (Comfort Hotel Hamamatsu) that it operates.

Facts:
- More than 60 years of hotel operation experience
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- This is the 3rd time
- Open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day
- More than 51 countries
- A hotel chain of more than 7,500 hotels
- 2030 CSR Declaration

## "Sarutahiko Student Discount" to Start on Nov. 3 (Tue., Holiday)

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000027005.html
- anchor: #n3703659
- Companies mentioned: 猿田彦珈琲株式会社、猿田彦珈琲

Starting Nov. 3, 2026, 猿田彦珈琲 will launch a student discount for customers who show a student ID. All drinks are 100 yen off until 11 a.m., and 10% off after 11 a.m. Also from the same day, the price of the "Sarutahiko Coffee Pass" will be revised from 500 yen to 300 yen.

Facts:
- Nov. 3 (Tue, holiday)
- Nov. 3, 2026
- 100 yen off
- 11 a.m.
- 10% OFF
- Student discount carried out at 3 stores
- Operating 36 stores in Japan
- From 500 yen
- 300 yen (tax included)

## 6 Courses Held, Including Research on the Prepared Food and Deli Market and Marketing for Shopping Centers and Commercial Facilities. Guide to Public Seminars for November 2026, 株式会社マーケティング研究協会

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000102999.html
- anchor: #n3703658
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーケティング研究協会、ハッピーフードデザイン株式会社、ZEN BRANDING&MARKETING PARTNERS、株式会社エムディプロビジョン、株式会社ＳＣ＆パートナーズ、株式会社味香り戦略研究所、株式会社True Data、株式会社せんだ兄弟社

Introduces the schedule and instructor information for the 6 public seminar courses that 株式会社マーケティング研究協会 will hold in Nov. 2026. On themes such as product planning, trade marketing, industry research, and strengthening in-store sales capability, it invites outside instructors including ハッピーフードデザイン, ZEN BRANDING&MARKETING PARTNERS, 株式会社エムディプロビジョン, 株式会社ＳＣ＆パートナーズ, 株式会社味香り戦略研究所, 株式会社True Data, and 株式会社せんだ兄弟社.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1960
- 4 areas
- Founded: 1962

## スペースデータ Develops Construction Simulation Platform That Recreates Construction Sites and Heavy Machinery with Spatial Intelligence

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000080352.html
- anchor: #n3703657
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースデータ、スペースデータ

As a feature of RobotBrain, 株式会社スペースデータ has developed a construction simulation platform that uses a physics engine to recreate construction sites and heavy machinery in 3D space. An environment can be built in as little as 1 day, and as the first project, a crane operation simulation beneath an elevated section at an expressway junction in central Tokyo was built.

Facts:
- 500 times per second
- As little as 1 day
- Large 145-ton-class machine
- Small 25-ton-class machine
- 8 models
- Capital: 1.513 billion yen

## [Flying Tiger] Ahead of the Peak Christmas Season, the Japan Official Online Store Opens on 11/2 (Mon.)!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000262.000119592.html
- anchor: #n3703656
- Companies mentioned: Zebra Japan株式会社、Flying Tiger Copenhagen、楽天市場、Amazon

Zebra Japan株式会社 opened the Japan official online store for "Flying Tiger Copenhagen" on Nov. 2, 2026. It carries about 2,300 items, themed around the Christmas season, and also launches a same-day shipping service at the earliest.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- About 2,300 items
- Additional fee of 330 yen (tax included)
- 1回のご注文金額が5,000円（税抜）以上の場合
- A total of 67 stores are open

## [JK Fandom] Fan Support Reflected in Award Judging! Voting Begins at 15:00 Today for Korea's First Virtual-Specialized Awards, the "1st Virtual Icon Awards"!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000266.000026953.html
- anchor: #n3703655
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ、株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ・グローバル、韓国バーチャルヒューマン産業協会、KOVHIA、JK Fandom、Rematch、A8.net、WAND、N-INE

株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ・グローバル began the final voting for the "1st Virtual Icon Awards," Korea's first virtual-specialized awards, on JK Fandom at 15:00 on Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, 15:00
- in Feb. 2027
- 4 categories
- 20 awards in total
- 300 Oshi Points or 300 Heart Points
- 30 Star Points
- cumulative series downloads of over 5 million
- points distribution record of over 300 million yen

## Lifestyle Brand "QUQU," Born from 3D Printing, to Be Carried at STARAY Directly Managed Stores from Nov. 6 [APPLE TREE株式会社]

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000030909.html
- anchor: #n3703654
- Companies mentioned: APPLE TREE株式会社、株式会社積彩、STARAY、FLASHFORGE、SCANOLOGY、PollyPolymer、Lattice＆Life

APPLE TREE株式会社 will begin carrying the lifestyle brand "QUQU" of 株式会社積彩 at STARAY Yurakucho Marui and STARAY Namba Parks from Nov. 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 6, 2026
- 11:00～20:00
- 11:00～21:00
- October 2012

## 助太刀 Begins Streaming Ad Video Themed "Good Work for Good Craftspeople" at ファミリーマート Stores in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000027771.html
- anchor: #n3703653
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社助太刀、ファミリーマート、株式会社ファミリーマート

株式会社助太刀 began streaming an ad video on "ファミマTV," the digital signage installed in ファミリーマート stores in the Tokyo metropolitan area, from Nov. 3, 2026, limited to the hours from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Facts:
- More than 230,000 registered businesses
- From Nov. 3, 2026
- Daily 5:00 – 11:00
- About 3800 stores

## Popular Insurance Ranking for Nov. 2026 Announced! | Insurance Comparison, Quote and Consultation Site "コのほけん！"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000027965.html
- anchor: #n3703652
- Companies mentioned: Sasuke Financial Lab株式会社、コのほけん！、はなさく生命、オリックス生命、太陽生命、メディケア生命、ライフネット生命、チューリッヒ生命、三井住友海上あいおい生命、ジブラルタ生命、マニュライフ生命、アクサ生命、三井ダイレクト損害保険、楽天損保、ソニー損保、リトルファミリー少額短期保険、SBIペット少額短期保険、ペットメディカルサポート

Sasuke Financial Lab株式会社 announced the Nov. 2026 popular insurance ranking on the insurance comparison site "コのほけん！". The survey period was Sept. 1 to 30, 2026, and it lists top products in categories such as life insurance, non-life insurance, and foreign-currency-denominated insurance.

Facts:
- Nov. 2026
- Sept. 1, 2026 – Sept. 30, 2026
- 5000 plans

## Be among the first to experience the next-generation spatial computing device "XREAL AURA"! "XREAL AURA Premium Experience Events" Decided for 3 Cities: Fukuoka, Tokyo and Osaka

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000070978.html
- anchor: #n3703651
- Companies mentioned: XREAL株式会社、Google、Qualcomm Technologies

XREAL株式会社 announced that it will hold experience events for the next-generation spatial computing device "XREAL AURA" in 3 cities: Fukuoka, Tokyo and Osaka.

Facts:
- Under 95g
- 229,800 yen (tax included)
- 269,800 yen (tax included)

## Adding a Small Pause to Daily Life with Wine and Sweets. Investment Made in 株式会社FORest

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000334.000011403.html
- anchor: #n3703650
- Companies mentioned: ミライドア株式会社、株式会社FORest、株式会社日本政策金融公庫、AIフュージョンキャピタルグループ株式会社

ミライドア株式会社 made an investment in 株式会社FORest from the Shinshu SS No. 2 Fund.

Facts:
- Securities code 254A
- 100% subsidiary

## A collaboration between Yano Hinaki, who is active widely as a voice actor, singer and actress, and the novel-posting service "monogatary.com" has been decided. Submissions are now open for works tied to a live event themed "Christmas"!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000340.000014577.html
- anchor: #n3703649
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、monogatary.com、毎日運営

A collaboration contest between the novel-posting service monogatary.com and voice actor and singer Yano Hinaki has begun, and works themed "Christmas Eve" are being solicited.

Facts:
- Within 2000 characters
- Nov. 2, 2026
- Nov. 16, 2026

## 大和財託 Fukuoka Branch Relocation Complete: Operations to Begin at New Office from Nov. 2

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000357.000037188.html
- anchor: #n3703648
- Companies mentioned: 大和財託株式会社、西日本シティビル

大和財託株式会社 will begin operations at the new office of its Fukuoka Branch (Hakata Ekimae 3-chome) on Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 〒812-0011
- 西日本シティビル 13th Floor

## Ticket sales (lottery) with fan club-exclusive perks for "NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB 1st FAN MEETING ~ HELLO, DAY_AND ~" start today at 18:00!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000360.000044784.html
- anchor: #n3703647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 J HARMONY、戸板女子短期大学、NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB、DAY_AND JAPAN

Ticket sales (lottery) with fan club-exclusive perks for "NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB 1st FAN MEETING ~ HELLO, DAY_AND ~" will begin at 18:00 on Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Difference payment ¥6,000
- Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, 18:00

## Priority sales (first-come, first-served) at ticket outlets for "2026 HWANG IN YOUP Fanmeeting Tour [To you] in TOKYO" begin today, Monday, 11/2, at 18:00!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000044784.html
- anchor: #n3703646
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 J HARMONY、チケットぴあ

Notice of the Tokyo fan meeting for Hwang In Youp and the start of priority sales at ticket outlets.

Facts:
- ¥14,300 (tax included)
- 1名様につき2枚まで

## [Limited Time] New from the raw donut specialty shop "we♡donuts": 2 limited-time raw donuts that let you enjoy the tastes of autumn, with the sweet temptation of sweet potato♡

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000364.000037579.html
- anchor: #n3703645
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンパーク、we♡donuts、TAKAGI COFFEE

Raw donut specialty shop "we♡donuts," operated by 株式会社サンパーク, will release 2 limited-time new menu items using sweet potato, "Oimo Brulee" and "Oimo Rum Raisin Cream," on Nov. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026

## Wins 3 awards, including overall runner-up, at the "Kabe-One Grand Prix," which decides Japan's best load-bearing wall

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000008413.html
- anchor: #n3703644
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AQ Group、ものつくり大学、篠原商店、東京大学

株式会社AQ Group competed as "AQ Team Takumi" in the "Kabe-One Grand Prix" held at ものつくり大学 on Oct. 24 and 25, and won 3 awards: overall runner-up, tournament runner-up and a special judges' award.

Facts:
- A total of 3 awards
- Use of screws longer than 120 mm in total length is prohibited
- The applied load surpassed 50 kN (about 5 tons) in no time
- Stopped when it reached 57 kN (about 6 tons)
- The competition has a history of 29 years this year
- In 2023, it recorded a competition record of "71.2 kN (the force of about 5 standard cars of 1.5 tons each)"

## Challengers wanted! Applications open for the "Itabashi Unified Home Evacuation Mock Exam"! ~Aim to become Director of Home Evacuation!~

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000406.000129038.html
- anchor: #n3703643
- Companies mentioned: 東京都板橋区、板橋区地域防災支援課

東京都板橋区 will hold the "Itabashi Unified Home Evacuation Mock Exam," which tests knowledge of "home evacuation" during disasters, starting Nov. 3, Reiwa 8. It has 25 questions in total, with rankings based on the rate of correct answers and a prize drawing.

Facts:
- 25 questions in total
- 7 days of home evacuation
- Top 30 scorers

## "Ekimae Mujin" held regularly in front of Isawa-Onsen Station in Fuefuki, Yamanashi: a place to chat over a glass of wine at night, 0 minutes on foot from the station

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000411.000091165.html
- anchor: #n3703642
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あるやうむ、一般社団法人 笛吹市観光物産連盟、笛吹市ワイン会

Through the DAO solution of 株式会社あるやうむ, Keisuke Masuo, a member of the Fuefuki Community Revitalization Cooperation Corps, regularly holds "Isawa Onsen Ekimae Mujin" in front of JR Isawa-Onsen Station. Admission is 1,000 yen with no reservation required; the next session is Nov. 5, and a special lecture is scheduled for Nov. 12.

Facts:
- Admission is 1,000 yen (includes 1 glass)
- Held the first session on Oct. 22, 2026
- Next session: Nov. 5, 18:00-21:00
- On Nov. 12, a lecture session by GPS runner Naoki Shimizu is also scheduled
- Capital: 164.49 million yen (including capital reserve)

## [UN GRAIN] A baked sweets set available only until Christmas can now be delivered from this year! Winter gift "Noël" conveying your feelings: deliveries begin Thursday, Nov. 26

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000437.000012005.html
- anchor: #n3703641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヨックモック、UN GRAIN、BASE

"UN GRAIN," operated by 株式会社ヨックモック, will start selling the Christmas-limited baked sweets set "Mignardises 6-Piece Set ~Noël~" on Nov. 26, 2026. The price is 3,370 yen, and delivery is now available through online reservations.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- Mignardises 6-Piece Set
- 3,370 yen (tax included)

## "PUB LISH CAFE&DINING" to open at Roppongi Hills on Dec. 1. Reservations open from Nov. 2

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000515.000040062.html
- anchor: #n3703640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トランジットホールディングス、株式会社トランジットホスピタリティマネジメント

The cafe and dining venue "PUB LISH CAFE&DINING," operated by 株式会社トランジットホスピタリティマネジメント, will open at Roppongi Hills on Dec. 1, 2026. Reservations open from Nov. 2, and in addition to lunch and dinner, it will accommodate private parties of up to 120 people.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
- Monday, Nov. 2
- Seated: up to 80 people
- Standing: about 120 people
- Minimum charge: 300,000 yen
- Minimum charge: 420,000 yen
- 7,000 yen per person
- 8,500 yen per person
- 10,000 yen per person

## 『チームラボ 福岡城跡 光ノ祭』10月30日(金)から開催。作品群の全貌を公開。夜の福岡城跡が、自然や人々の存在で変化するアート空間に。

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000516.000027592.html
- anchor: #n3703639
- Companies mentioned: チームラボ、株式会社西日本新聞社、西日本新聞社

チームラボ will hold the night outdoor art exhibition "teamLab Fukuoka Castle Ruins Festival of Light 2026-2027," its third in 7 years, at the Fukuoka Castle ruins, a national historic site in Maizuru Park, Fukuoka. The exhibition runs from Oct. 30, 2026 to Jan. 11, 2027. The organizing committee includes 西日本新聞社 and others.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 (national holiday)
- First time in 7 years
- 3rd time

## "Tokyo Yomiuri Aquarium" to open next summer; TOKYO GIANTS TOWN grand opening!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000041300.html
- anchor: #n3703638
- Companies mentioned: 読売新聞東京本社、読売巨人軍、よみうりランド、沖縄県国頭村、国頭漁業協同組合

読売新聞東京本社、読売巨人軍、よみうりランドの3社が共同開発する「TOKYO GIANTS TOWN」内の水族館名称が「東京よみうり水族館」と決定し、2027年夏の開業を目指す。

Facts:
- It will open in summer 2027
- 施設面積は９，８７４㎡
- It plans to display 350 species and 40,000 specimens
- An extremely long "Water Garden" of about 30 m
- Spacious exhibit areas such as "Sea Lion Paradise"
- Donated by the French government in 1967
- Large tank (about 7 m high
- about 13 m wide
- water volume of about 1,300 tons)
- ２０２６年５～６月には
- Giant acrylic panel (about 8 m high
- about 3 m wide
- weighing over 16 tons)
- Construction is currently about 60% complete
- A concourse with a total length of 527 m has been built
- Sea lion object (about 5 m high)
- 延床面積３，２４９㎡）
- On the adjacent site of approx. 76,000 ㎡,

## [Hitohata Produce] Just before opening, "Ukiyo-e in Motion Exhibition GIFU" will be held from Nov. 6. Introducing on-site merchandise and original goods. An immersive museum where visitors can experience the world of ukiyo-e, which has drawn a cumulative 700,000 visitors in Japan and overseas.

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000525.000046440.html
- anchor: #n3703637
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社一旗、岐阜市、岐阜新聞社、岐阜放送、テレビ愛知、サンリオ、ZIP-FM、アソビュー！、ローソンチケット、イープラス、楽天トラベル、チケットぴあ、Boo-Wooチケット、クラウドパス、セブン‐イレブン、ローソン、ミニストップ、ファミリーマート、岐阜市歴史博物館、HITOHATA, INC.、HITOHATA MILANO S.R.L.

Merchandise information has been released for the immersive digital art museum "Ukiyo-e in Motion Exhibition GIFU," produced by 株式会社一旗. Sales of collaboration products with サンリオ characters and original goods have begun at the venue, and the exhibition will be held at 岐阜市歴史博物館 from Nov. 6, 2026.

Facts:
- More than 700,000 cumulative visitors have attended
- Based on more than 300 works
- Events and projects including more than 80 projection mapping works and immersive art museums
- Capital: 59.71 million yen

## Directly connected to Nakano Station's new ticket gate! アトリエはるか opens a store in the notable new commercial facility "アトレ中野," born as a new gateway to the city!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000557.000046400.html
- anchor: #n3703636
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトリエはるか、アトリエはるか、アトレ中野、RANA＆MANA

株式会社アトリエはるか will open a store on the 3rd floor of "アトレ中野," a new commercial facility directly connected to Nakano Station's new ticket gate, on Dec. 9, 2026, starting business at the same time as the grand opening.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026
- To the 3rd floor
- 10-minute eyebrow cut
- 1,980 yen (including tax)
- 2,200 yen (tax included)
- 5,390 yen (tax included)
- 3,520 yen (tax included)
- Special price: 1,650 yen
- Special price: 3,850 yen
- First 300 people
- More than 65 stores

## A fluffy, mousse-like texture. Two highly moisturizing hand creams with mature, sweet fragrances that let you feel the ingredients go on sale Nov. 10, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000573.000038303.html
- anchor: #n3703635
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス BCLカンパニー、VECUA Honey

株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス BCLカンパニー will release two highly moisturizing, mousse-textured hand creams from the honey cosmetics brand VECUA Honey in limited quantities on Nov. 10, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 10, 2026
- 50g
- 1,100 yen

## ダッソー・システムズ takes its life sciences efforts to a new stage with an integrated AI platform connecting science, medicine and patients

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000576.000006067.html
- anchor: #n3703634
- Companies mentioned: ダッソー・システムズ、ArisGlobal、セールスフォース、米国退役軍人省、MEDIDATA、BIOVIA、コミュア

ダッソー・システムズ has completed its acquisition of ArisGlobal and will advance the building of an integrated AI platform in the life sciences field. Ashwini Zenooz has taken a newly created post and will lead business integration and strategic partnerships.

Facts:
- 1.8 billion US dollars in cash
- Up to 200 million US dollars
- Top 50 companies
- More than 200 companies
- 42,000 clinical trials
- 13 million patients

## [ココモーラ] Post a review for a chance to win a digital gift card worth up to 10,000 yen, for 25 winners drawn by lottery! Second review-posting campaign begins

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000654.000117030.html
- anchor: #n3703633
- Companies mentioned: ココモーラ、株式会社ゼロアクセル、LINE、株式会社BimoRa、株式会社ワンプレート、株式会社ザ・建物

株式会社ゼロアクセル will launch the second review-posting campaign, following the first, on the review-posting platform "ココモーラ." Running from Nov. 2 to 16, 2026, it will give digital gift cards worth up to 10,000 yen to a total of 25 winners drawn by lottery.

Facts:
- Period: Nov. 2, 2026
- to Nov. 16
- 10,000 yen worth: 2 winners
- 5,000 yen worth: 5 winners
- 1,000 yen worth: 18 winners

## The geometry manga that sold over 60,000 copies is now a workbook. The "Mirumiru Series," which teaches through manga, has surpassed 170,000 copies in cumulative sales!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000716.000030125.html
- anchor: #n3703632
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マガジンハウス、Team.StoryG

株式会社マガジンハウス released the workbook "Zero kara Wakaru! Mirumiru Zukei ni Tsuyoku Naru Saikyo Drill," a companion to the geometry manga that sold over 60,000 copies, on Oct. 29, 2026, as part of the "Mirumiru Series," which has surpassed 170,000 copies in cumulative sales.

Facts:
- Over 60,000 copies
- 170,000 copies cumulative
- Oct. 29, 2026
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 10th printing, 60,000 copies

## Zenken signs business matching agreement with Resona Research Institute for overseas talent referral business and more

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000735.000006978.html
- anchor: #n3703631
- Companies mentioned: Zenken株式会社、りそな総合研究所株式会社、りそな銀行、埼玉りそな銀行、関西みらい銀行、みなと銀行、りそなホールディングス、経済産業省

Zenken株式会社 has signed a business matching agreement with Resona Research Institute covering overseas talent referral business and more. The 4 banks of the Resona Group will serve as points of contact and refer overseas talent to Zenken.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 4 banks of the Resona Group
- By 2040,
- Approx. 3.4 million people
- Approx. 1.2 million people
- From August 2026,
- Approx. 500,000 corporate clients
- More than 50 engineering universities
- Founded: May 2, 1975 (Showa 50)
- Established: July 14, 1978 (Showa 53)
- Capital: 439,950 thousand yen
- As of June 30, 2026
- Securities code: 7371

## Students of 品川女子学院 devise menus using products from the キユーピーグループ and others! A limited-quantity, limited-time menu sales event will be held

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000763.000044559.html
- anchor: #n3703630
- Companies mentioned: キユーピー株式会社、キユーピー、キユーピーグループ、株式会社ドラマティック、品川女子学院、両口屋是清、KURKKU FIELDS、アヲハタ、キユーピータマゴ

キユーピー株式会社 is taking part in the 7th round of the sustainability project "heeee!" and will sell a limited-quantity, limited-time lunch menu devised by students of 品川女子学院 using ingredients provided by the キユーピーグループ and others.

Facts:
- Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue., holiday)
- Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
- Limited to 20 meals per day
- 1,700 yen including tax
- 12 students
- Net sales: (consolidated) 513.417 billion yen
- Employees: (consolidated) 10,773

## Popular event "Veggie Week" 11th edition is held! "Time-saving Power Salad x AYA-style Body Shape 7Days" with fitness producer AYA

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000765.000044559.html
- anchor: #n3703629
- Companies mentioned: キユーピー株式会社、Women's Health、山と溪谷社、Amazon

キユーピー株式会社 will hold the 11th edition of the online program "Veggie Week," supervised by fitness producer AYA and registered dietitian Aoi Chiba, on the official e-commerce site "Qummy." For 7 days from Nov. 14 to 20, 2026, it will offer time-saving power salads and AYA-style fitness, aiming at a healthy diet and body shaping.

Facts:
- 11th edition
- 7Days
- Nov. 14, 2026
- Nov. 20
- Nov. 2, 2026
- Nov. 10
- 120,000 people
- Within 5 minutes
- Easy in 3 minutes
- 440,000 people

## New weekday-only menu "Brunch Pick-two" on the terrace seats along the lush zelkova tree-lined avenue, directly connected to Omotesando Station

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000996.000053012.html
- anchor: #n3703628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベストホスピタリティーネットワーク、ザ ストリングス 表参道、Cafe & Dining ZelkovA、カフェ&ダイニング ゼルコヴァ

"Cafe & Dining ZelkovA" on the 1st floor of ザ ストリングス 表参道 will begin offering the weekday brunch menu "Brunch Pick-two" exclusively on its terrace seats from Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- From Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 4 types in total
- Your choice of 2 items
- [Serving hours] 11:30-15:00
- ￥2,645

## A luxurious, gorgeous plate to color the holiday season: 資生堂パーラー branch restaurants' Christmas-only course

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001012.000006543.html
- anchor: #n3703627
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 資生堂パーラー、資生堂パーラー、日本橋髙島屋SC本館、髙島屋横浜店、JRセントラルタワーズ

資生堂パーラー will offer a Christmas-only course in December 2026 at its branch restaurants Nihonbashi, Yokohama Takashimaya and Nagoya. Each location will serve a luxurious menu made with carefully selected ingredients, and a Christmas Berry Parfait will also be sold.

Facts:
- "Christmas Course 2026" 8,800 yen
- "Christmas Set 2026" 3,960 yen
- "Christmas Course 2026" 6,985 yen
- "Christmas Berry Parfait" 2,750 yen
- In December 2026, we will offer a special course fitting for the Christmas season

## Cake.jp announces 2026 Christmas cake popularity rankings by category! Top 3 popular products in 4 categories revealed

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001020.000015685.html
- anchor: #n3703626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、小島屋、アグリーダックリング、ベルグの4月、BLVCK PARIS、エール・エル

株式会社Cake.jp announced its 2026 Christmas cake popularity rankings by category. Based on reservation numbers, it introduces the top 3 in 4 categories (the beginning of the article says 5 categories): classic and gorgeous, famous shops and popular brands, for small groups, and for children and allergy-friendly.

Facts:
- 2026
- 2.5 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup

## Tickets to view "Patelea Award 2026" debut as a return gift for furusato nozei tax donations! Now available exclusively through "V Furusato Nozei"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001022.000032321.html
- anchor: #n3703625
- Companies mentioned: 三井住友カード株式会社、株式会社エスシー・カードビジネス、パシフィックリーグマーケティング株式会社、パーソル パ・リーグTV、SMBCグループ、トラストバンク、ふるさとチョイス

Sumitomo Mitsui Card and SC Card Business have begun offering SS-seat tickets to "Patelea Award 2026" as a return gift for donations to Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, exclusively through "V Furusato Nozei."

Facts:
- Donation amount: 31,000 yen
- Handling began on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Date and time: Friday, Dec. 11, 2026
- Approx. 1,700 municipalities
- 返礼品数約 85 万

## [98th store in Aichi Prefecture] You'll want to keep coming back! Fitness that starts with fun! Featuring the prefecture's first "Terrace Gym Area," health karaoke, FIT-BEAUTY and more! FIT-EASY Tokoname Rinku store has held its grand opening

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001099.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3703624
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、FIT-EASY、MATRIX、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会(FIA)

フィットイージー株式会社 held the grand opening of the amusement fitness club "FIT-EASY Tokoname Rinku store" in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, on Nov. 2, 2026. Equipped with the prefecture's first Terrace Gym Area, health karaoke, FIT-BEAUTY and more, it is available for a monthly fee of 7,678 yen.

Facts:
- 98th store in Aichi Prefecture
- Grand opening on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
- Stores: 322
- Employees: 320
- Parking for 70 vehicles available

## [First franchise store of 中国新聞社 opens] Equipped with golf, health karaoke, sauna and more! "Train, enjoy, and refresh" — everything you want to do, all here! FIT-EASY Hatsukaichi Honmachi store has held its grand opening!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001100.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3703623
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、中国新聞社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

フィットイージー株式会社 held the grand opening on Nov. 2, 2026 of "FIT-EASY Hatsukaichi Honmachi store," the first store under a franchise agreement with 中国新聞社. It is the 5th store in Hiroshima Prefecture and the first in Hatsukaichi, an amusement fitness club where golf, sauna, health karaoke and more can be used for the monthly fee alone.

Facts:
- Held its grand opening on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
- Number of stores: 322 stores *As of Nov. 2, 2026
- Number of employees: 320 *As of Apr. 30, 2026
- Capital: 1,357,449,180 yen

## Congratulations on 20 years! Reveal of the title and gorgeous cover of Mirei Kiritani's anniversary photo book!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001194.000007254.html
- anchor: #n3703622
- Companies mentioned: 幻冬舎、株式会社 幻冬舎、代官山蔦屋書店、梅田 蔦屋書店シェアラウンジ、TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO

From 幻冬舎, the photo book "MIRÉUM" commemorating the 20th anniversary of Mirei Kiritani's debut will go on sale for 8,800 yen. The title and the gorgeous hardcover specifications are revealed for the first time, and bookstore events in Tokyo and Osaka and a fan meeting in Feb. 2027 have also been announced.

Facts:
- ￥8,800
- 20th debut anniversary
- Reserved seat 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Reserved seat 6,600 yen (tax included)

## Notice of revision to the number of free ATM fees and transfer fees to other banks for ヤマダNEOBANK

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001204.000082557.html
- anchor: #n3703621
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ヤマダホールディングス、株式会社ヤマダデンキ、ヤマダNEOBANK、ドコモSMTBネット銀行、株式会社ドコモSMTBネット銀行

Yamada Denki announced that it will revise the number of free ATM fees and transfer fees to other banks for its banking service ヤマダNEOBANK from 5 to 2 starting Feb. 1, 2027.

Facts:
- Feb. 1, 2027
- 5 times
- 2 times

## 『チームラボ 福岡城跡 光ノ祭』10月30日(金)から開催。作品群の全貌を公開。夜の福岡城跡が、自然や人々の存在で変化するアート空間に。

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001217.000007339.html
- anchor: #n3703620
- Companies mentioned: チームラボ株式会社、チームラボ

チームラボ has unveiled the full lineup of works for the outdoor night art exhibition "teamLab Fukuoka Castle Ruins Festival of Light 2026-2027," to be held from Oct. 30, 2026 to Jan. 11, 2027 at the Fukuoka Castle ruins, a national historic site in Maizuru Park, Fukuoka.

Facts:
- First time in 7 years, 3rd edition
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 (national holiday)

## Monochrome GiGO-exclusive prizes timed for Black Friday arrive! Announcing the Monchhichi x GiGO campaign

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001221.000034930.html
- anchor: #n3703619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、GiGO、Sekiguchi Co.,Ltd.

株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment will release limited-edition monochrome Black Friday-themed "Monchhichi" prizes from Nov. 13, 2026 and hold the "Monchhichi x GiGO Campaign."

Facts:
- 500 yen
- 3 winners

## Report on the ゴーディー visit and exchange event (Oct. 2026)

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001513.000036112.html
- anchor: #n3703618
- Companies mentioned: 沖縄バスケットボール株式会社、ゴーディー、キングスダンサーズ、キングスアカデミー

In October, 沖縄バスケットボール株式会社 visited facilities and events in its hometown and interacted with the community through dance exchange sessions with ゴーディー and キングスダンサーズ, ball games and more.

Facts:
- 10月

## Heart-fluttering Event 2026 "Winter Memories: An Anniversary Date with Him" to be held Friday, Dec. 25 and Saturday, Dec. 26 at EASE Meguro OLD AVENUE

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001599.000002633.html
- anchor: #n3703617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボルテージ、Nintendo Switch™

株式会社ボルテージ will hold the "Heart-fluttering Event 2026" on Dec. 25 and 26, 2026 at EASE Meguro OLD AVENUE in Tokyo. Admission is free.

Facts:
- Heart-fluttering Event 2026
- Friday, Dec. 25
- Saturday, Dec. 26
- 11:00～16:00

## Akiyama's "pool buddy" Tomonori Abe appears in the private video "Roba-to Akiyama's Public Pool Banzai," which follows Akiyama's hobby of swimming at public pools! Abe, a fellow comedian from the same cohort making his first TV appearance in 5 years, heads with Akiyama to his regular public pool.

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001610.000014977.html
- anchor: #n3703616
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋テレビ放送株式会社、メ〜テレ、TVer、Prime Video、Hulu、U-NEXT、FANYチャンネル、秋山歌謡祭Official Store

SEASON4 of Roba-to Akiyama's private program "Public Pool Banzai" is airing on メ〜テレ. Fellow comedian from the same cohort Tomonori Abe appears for the first time in 5 years, and the show features swimming at a public pool in Urayasu and at a love hotel pool, "pool meals," a massage skit and more. Official merchandise has also gone on sale.

Facts:
- Only 6 m in total length

## [Eiko] Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction (R) Ranking for "Public Combined Junior and Senior High School Prep Cram Schools, Greater Tokyo Area, Tokyo"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001658.000049291.html
- anchor: #n3703615
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社増進会ホールディングス、Ｚ会グループ、株式会社栄光、栄光ゼミナール、E-style Produced by 栄光ゼミナール、オリコン株式会社、株式会社oricon ME

栄光ゼミナール and E-style Produced by 栄光ゼミナール, operated by 株式会社栄光, ranked No. 1 in the "Public Combined Junior and Senior High School Prep Cram Schools, Greater Tokyo Area, Tokyo" category of the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction (R) Ranking announced by オリコン株式会社.

Facts:
- 1st place
- Pass rate 44.7%
- General pass rate 30.1%
- Operating 9 schools
- 1,083 people
- 27

## Money Forward ME premium members' "Prime Coupon" with the theme "Move forward more as yourself": video streaming service Hulu becomes a new partner brand

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001710.000008962.html
- anchor: #n3703614
- Companies mentioned: マネーフォワードホーム株式会社、Hulu、iTunes Store、Google Play、Amazon

マネーフォワードホーム株式会社 will begin offering the video streaming service Hulu as a new partner brand in the "Prime Coupon" for Money Forward ME premium members from Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- From Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 1-month free trial
- Limited-time 400 points
- The flat monthly fee will be 1,320 yen (tax included)
- It will be 1,450 yen (tax included)
- The new prices will apply from Feb. 1, 2027

## Notice of the "OTC Drug Abuse Prevention Training Session" hosted by 厚生労働省

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002064.000002610.html
- anchor: #n3703613
- Companies mentioned: 厚生労働省、株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション、公益社団法人 日本薬剤師会、東京薬科大学、横浜薬科大学、国立研究開発法人 国立精神・神経医療研究センター、北海道立精神保健福祉センター、仙台市精神保健福祉総合センター、東京都立中部総合精神保健福祉センター、愛知県精神保健福祉センター、滋賀県立精神保健福祉センター、高知県立精神保健福祉センター、熊本県精神保健福祉センター

The "OTC Drug Abuse Prevention Training Session" hosted by 厚生労働省 will be held at 7 locations nationwide and online, operated by 株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション. It is aimed at pharmacists and school pharmacists, with free participation and advance registration required.

Facts:
- 7 locations nationwide
- In-person training sessions (7 locations nationwide): 60 participants
- Online training session: 100 participants

## Ensemble Stars!! DREAM LIVE Tour 10th 𝄪ALL STARS!! 3-screen live screening main trailer released!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002073.000003481.html
- anchor: #n3703612
- Companies mentioned: ライブ・ビューイング・ジャパン、松竹マルチプレックスシアターズ、Happy Elements K.K.、スタライプロジェクト、松竹ODS事業室

Screenings of the "Ensemble Stars!! DREAM LIVE Tour 10th 𝄪ALL STARS!!" on 3 live screens will be shown at 4 theaters, including Marunouchi Piccadilly, in January and March 2027. The main trailer and scene photos have been released, and the full Makuhari Messe performance is included.

Facts:
- A total of 58 idols
- Jan. 1, 2027 (Fri., holiday)
- Mar. 18 (Thu.)
- All 16 units
- 4,800 yen (tax included, all seats reserved)

## AERA's "Yasashiku Naritai Project" adds a new category, "Power of the Next Generation," and strengthens outreach to think about society together with the next generation, in collaboration with external communities

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002489.000004702.html
- anchor: #n3703611
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞出版、AERA、kotoha、ハッシャダイソーシャル

The weekly magazine AERA (Asahi Shimbun Publications) has added a new category, "Power of the Next Generation," which covers and highlights the next generation taking on social issues, to its "Yasashiku Naritai Project." In collaboration with external communities, an event is planned for December.

Facts:
- Launched in 1988
- In December,
- #18歳の成人式

## [ホテルメトロポリタン] Accommodation plan with a Christmas dinner to enjoy elegantly at a restaurant of your choice

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002640.000030117.html
- anchor: #n3703610
- Companies mentioned: 日本ホテル株式会社、ホテルメトロポリタン、JR東日本ホテルズ

ホテルメトロポリタン (日本ホテル株式会社) will sell an accommodation plan with a dinner at a choice of 4 in-house restaurants, available only during the Christmas period from Dec. 19 to 25, 2026. Prices start at 60,500 yen per room.

Facts:
- Dec. 19, 2026
- Dec. 25
- ￥60,500
- 3 rooms
- Height: 5 m

## Joint project by サッポロビール(株) and 北海道旅客鉄道(株): "Sapporo Classic ＪＲ北海道 Star Train Design Can" to go on sale in limited quantities on Nov. 4 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003306.000012361.html
- anchor: #n3703609
- Companies mentioned: サッポロビール(株)、北海道旅客鉄道(株)、ＪＲ北海道

Sapporo Breweries will release the limited-quantity "Sapporo Classic ＪＲ北海道 Star Train Design Can," a joint project with JR Hokkaido, in Hokkaido on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 4 (Wed)
- Service to start in 2027
- 350ml can
- 500ml can

## A special stage by ザ・ブルースカイオーケストラ welcoming Shunputei Shota, Bonchi Osamu and Meri! "North Jazz Vol.14 – Shota-san and Blue Sky-san – The God of Laughter Descends!!" is coming soon!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003574.000012949.html
- anchor: #n3703608
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キョードーメディアス、ザ・ブルースカイオーケストラ、（株）ブルースカイエンターテイメント、ローソンチケット

ザ・ブルースカイオーケストラ marks its 90th anniversary, and the special stage "North Jazz Vol.14," with Shunputei Shota, Bonchi Osamu and Meri as guests, will be held on Dec. 11, 2026, at Hokutopia Sakura Hall in Tokyo.

Facts:
- Dec. 11, 2026
- 90th anniversary of founding
- Curtain up at 18:30
- S seats 4,950 yen
- A seats 4,400 yen

## Night event "Forest of Light – Nighttime Art Walk" to also be held on weekdays, Nov. 9 (Mon.) to 13 (Fri.)! Enjoy art and autumn leaves on Mt. Rokko in autumn, where the foliage peaks a little early

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003763.000005180.html
- anchor: #n3703607
- Companies mentioned: 六甲山観光株式会社、阪神電気鉄道株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、鹿児島大学、京都芸術大学

六甲山観光株式会社 announced that the night event "Forest of Light – Nighttime Art Walk," part of the contemporary art festival "Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond," will also be held on weekdays from Nov. 9 (Mon.) to 13 (Fri.).

Facts:
- Nov. 9 (Mon.) to Nov. 13 (Fri.)
- 17：00～20：00
- Passport sales end: 19:00
- 21 groups of artists

## It's OK to cry, it's OK to move. A live concert for parents and children, enjoyable from age 0, will be held soon on Nov. 7 (Sat.) in Center-Kita, Yokohama! Choose from 2 performances, about 5 minutes on foot from the station, nursing room and stroller parking available

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003994.000013972.html
- anchor: #n3703606
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ、サロンオーケストラジャパン

"First Orchestra from Age 0," with tickets on sale through カンフェティ, operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社, will be held in Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama, on Nov. 7, 2026. It is a live concert by サロンオーケストラジャパン, an event for parents and children where crying and moving around are fine.

Facts:
- Nov. 7 (Sat.), 2026
- 350 performances a year
- 1,000 yen
- 2,000 yen

## 【大丸神戸店】個性豊かな5ブランドの「バブカ」が1日限りで大丸神戸店に登場！こだわりの「バブカ」をお楽しみください♩

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004048.000025003.html
- anchor: #n3703605
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、大丸神戸店、ラ・ピエール・ブランシュ、Side field Bread、コンセントマーケット、ぱんらぼSaku、Boulangerie ONO

On Nov. 3, a special feature zone gathering "babka" sweet breads will appear at 大丸神戸店 for one day only. Visitors can enjoy the carefully crafted babka from 5 brands.

Facts:
- Nov. 3 (Tue, holiday)
- 5 shops
- 880 yen including tax
- 380 yen (tax included)
- 1,200 yen including tax
- 1,000 yen (tax included)
- 600 yen including tax
- 540 yen including tax
- 486 yen including tax

## First-ever 3-hour special decided! "Eigyo-1 Grand Prix 2026 Grand Finale Special – Eigyo & Gakuensai Appearance Count Ranking TOP10"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005458.000029501.html
- anchor: #n3703604
- Companies mentioned: BSよしもと、吉本興業株式会社、YouTube

BSよしもとが、人気番組『営業-1グランプリ2026』の総決算スペシャルを12月28日12:00より3時間特番として放送することを発表した。ジョイマンの4連覇や出演回数ランキング、新企画などが目玉となる。

Facts:
- 3-hour special
- Mon., Dec. 28
- 12:00
- TOP10
- 4 consecutive titles

## KADOKAWA FAV gaming holds on to first place in the points ranking! Quick results for "Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026 Division S Round 6"

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006154.000013450.html
- anchor: #n3703603
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM、Crazy Raccoon、ZETA DIVISION Geekly、広島 TEAM iXA、Saishunkan Sol 熊本、KADOKAWA FAV gaming、FUKUSHIMA IBUSHIGIN、REJECT、VARREL、Good 8 Squad、名古屋NTPOJA、DetonatioN FocusMe、RIDDLE ORDER

Quick results for "Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026 Division S Round 6." ZETA DIVISION Geekly, Saishunkan Sol 熊本 and KADOKAWA FAV gaming won, and KADOKAWA FAV gaming kept first place in the points ranking.

Facts:
- "Shuto" won 3-0
- ZETA DIVISION Geekly won 30-20
- The "40-0" jinx was also broken
- Saishunkan Sol 熊本 won 30-20
- KADOKAWA FAV gaming won 30-10

## Akiko Yano weaves a special 50th-anniversary night at the piano. "Akiko Yano 50th Anniversary Live – Piano Solo 2027 – Guests: Hayato Sumino / Pat Metheny" announced!

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009006.000001355.html
- anchor: #n3703602
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOWOW、WOWOW、umu、J-WAVE、DISK GARAGE、FM COCOLO、キョードー関西、Victor Entertainment、Sony Music Artists、リトル・フィート、YMO、Nonesuch record、スタジオジブリ、RADWIMPS、NHK、ピティナ、東京大学、シカゴ響、ロサンゼルス・フィル、フィラデルフィア管弦楽団、バンベルク響、ウィーン放送響、ポーランド国立放送響、ボストン・ポップス、BBCフィル、N響、読響、Penthouse、カーネギーホール、Kアリーナ横浜、YouTube、Cateen、ティンパン・アレイ、青山学院高等部、トーマス・ドルビー、チーフタンズ、大貫妙子、奥田民生、鈴木慶一、宮沢和史、milet、くるり、鍵山優真

Akiko Yano's 50th anniversary live "Piano Solo 2027" has been decided, with Hayato Sumino and Pat Metheny as special guests, to be held in Tokyo and Osaka in March 2027.

Facts:
- 50th anniversary
- 2027
- Saturday, March 6
- Mar. 8 (Mon.)
- 1976
- 1979
- 1980
- 1981
- 1990
- SS seats 23,000 yen
- S seat 19,000 yen
- Rear-most seat 5,500 yen
- Up to 4 tickets
- Ages 3 and over
- 13,000 people
- 1.59 million people
- 280 million times

## Cocofan Residence Setagaya Tsurumaki wins 2026 Good Design Award

- Published: 2026-11-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009560.000002535.html
- anchor: #n3703601
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社学研ココファン、JR西日本プロパティーズ株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

Cocofan Residence Setagaya Tsurumaki, operated by 株式会社学研ココファン, won the 2026 Good Design Award jointly with its developer, JR西日本プロパティーズ株式会社.

Facts:
- 2026 Good Design Award
- Founded in 1957
- More than 150 countries worldwide
- Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
- 124 group companies

## Sugary Groovy tie up with music event ガラフェス! Limited-edition collaboration stickers to be distributed at "ガラフェス: Shibuya Cultural Shock Sensation Autumn New Release Showcase" on Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)!

- Published: 2026-11-02T14:53:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000110922.html
- anchor: #n3703504
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＳＯＬＩＳ、株式会社SOLIS、Sugary Groovy、ガラフェス、Shibuya LOVEZ

Sugary Groovy, whose content is produced by 株式会社SOLIS, is teaming up with the music event ガラフェス. At the event held at Shibuya LOVEZ on Nov. 3, 2026, limited-edition collaboration stickers will be distributed and character panels will be displayed.

Facts:
- Nov. 3, 2026
- OPEN 10:15
- START 10:45

## "Magic Glasses" experience, letting parents and children enjoy diverse ways of seeing, to be held in Hamamatsu on Nov. 7

- Published: 2026-11-02T14:52:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000187820.html
- anchor: #n3703505
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ぴこはな、NPO法人ぴこはな、ぴこはな

NPO法人ぴこはな will have a booth at the "Enshu Park Fest" to be held at Kami General Park in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 7, 2026, and will hold workshops including "Magic Glasses Making."

Facts:
- Nov. 7, 2026
- 9:00〜16:00

## Farm and marine produce direct-sales market "Sanchoku Ichiba Yottette Cross Mall Omihachiman" to have grand opening on Nov. 18, 2026 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-11-02T14:51:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000152796.html
- anchor: #n3703506
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラス、コーナン、キリン堂、エディオン、オートバックス、セカンドストリート、マクドナルド、野田屋

The farm and marine produce direct-sales market "Sanchoku Ichiba Yottette Cross Mall Omihachiman," operated by 株式会社プラス, will have its grand opening on Nov. 18, 2026 in Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture. It is the first store in Shiga Prefecture and is located in a complex commercial facility that includes コーナン and キリン堂. It will implement environmental measures by charging for plastic bags and make donations to the local government.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- 9:00～
- 19:00
- 1,000 yen or more, tax included
- First 300 people
- 90% or more
- 33 stores in total

## Samurai Capital forms real estate fund covering 4 properties of co-living rental housing "HAUN"

- Published: 2026-11-02T14:48:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000129152.html
- anchor: #n3703507
- Companies mentioned: サムライ・キャピタル株式会社、合同会社Colivia1、HAUN株式会社

Samurai Capital formed a real estate fund, "Colivia1," covering 4 properties of the co-living rental housing "HAUN," and acquired trust beneficiary rights. HAUN株式会社 will handle operations.

Facts:
- 4 properties
- 99% occupancy rate
- 313 units

## [Sakai, Fukui] UACJ, with an aluminum plant in the area, donates can collection machines to the city

- Published: 2026-11-02T14:48:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000263.000081038.html
- anchor: #n3703508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＵＡＣＪ、UACJ、ティーエムエルデ株式会社、ＵＡＣＪ山一アルミ缶サイクル株式会社

Sakai, Fukui Prefecture, received 2 aluminum can collection machines as a donation from aluminum maker UACJ, and began full-scale operation on Nov. 2 at the recycling station on the east side of the city hall. Collected cans will be recycled at the local UACJ plant, achieving recycling that is completed within the city.

Facts:
- 2 aluminum can collection machines
- Full-scale operation starts on Nov. 2
- About 190 centimeters tall
- About 90 centimeters wide
- 91 centimeters deep
- About 20 units at 10 stores
- About 20 units
- Including 30 5-year-olds
- 50 people including officials attended
- Vast site of about 850,000 ㎡

## News Securities launches automatic MRF (Money Reserve Fund) purchase service

- Published: 2026-11-02T14:45:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000184187.html
- anchor: #n3703509
- Companies mentioned: ニュース証券株式会社、アセットマネジメントOne株式会社

ニュース証券株式会社 launched on Nov. 2, 2026 a service that automatically buys MRF with funds in securities accounts.

Facts:
- Nov. 2, 2026
- From 1 yen
- 1.0373% per year

## Supporting customer acquisition for landscapers and garden contractors. Niwa Kakumei's "Landscaping and Gardener Customer Acquisition Research Institute" offers 9 services

- Published: 2023-11-14T18:30:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000069900.html
- anchor: #n3703902
- Companies mentioned: 庭革命株式会社、Google、Googleマップ、Googleビジネスプロフィール、Google広告

庭革命株式会社 operates "Landscaping and Gardener Customer Acquisition Research Institute," a customer acquisition support service for landscapers and garden contractors, and offers 9 services including website production, ad management, and MEO measures.

Facts:
- 9 services
- Published on Nov. 14, 2023
- As of Sept. 2026

## 10月六都買賣移轉棟數月減年增 房仲：房市有望倒吃甘蔗

- Published: 2026-11-02T17:45:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202611020178.aspx
- anchor: #n3706278
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣房屋趨勢中心、大家房屋企劃研究室、中信房屋研展室

Building sale transfers in the six major cities totaled 17,566 units in October, down 2.1% month on month and up 3.4% year on year; the cumulative total for the first 10 months of this year turned from negative to positive. Real estate brokers believe that after the central bank eased credit controls, the housing market is poised for a strong finish for the full year, with a slight increase in volume.

Facts:
- 17,566 units
- down 2.1% month on month
- up 3.4% year on year
- up 0.2% year on year

## 李多慧憶兒時生病 醫揭抗病毒藥降低近3成家庭傳播

- Published: 2026-11-02T17:45:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202611020177.aspx
- anchor: #n3706279
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、疾管署、台灣兒童感染症醫學會

韓籍啦啦隊員李多慧擔任流感衛教大使分享兒時經驗，醫師提醒兒童為流感重症高風險族群及傳播者；抗病毒藥不僅降低危害，更能減少近3成家庭傳播。疾管署統計顯示114年10月至115年9月全台累積1889例流感重症，其中18歲以下兒少破百並有14例死亡。

Facts:
- 1,889 severe influenza cases
- severe cases among children and adolescents aged 18 and under exceeded 100
- 14 deaths
- 近3成家庭傳播
- secondary infection rate as high as 38%
- risk of death may increase by 23%

## Lin Chia-lung Reveals China Invited Taiwan to APEC Summit by Email, Hopes China Will Follow Convention

- Published: 2026-11-02T17:35:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611020176.aspx
- anchor: #n3706255

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said that China invited Taiwan to attend the APEC summit by email rather than formal letter, and the designation did not use "Chinese Taipei." The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed its protest and hopes the Chinese side will abide by convention and rules.

Facts:
- 18 and 19
- 2026
- 2023
- nearly 100