A big plush toy measuring about 59 cm arrives as an エブリデイ-exclusive prize ～An original prize supervised by crane game pro Naoya Igarashi, designed to stand out on social media～
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株式会社東洋 will offer the “Chocolate Stick Plush,” measuring about 59 cm in length and supervised by a crane game pro, as an エブリデイ-exclusive prize.
SCM reform that goes beyond “inventory reduction” ～Decision-making and on-site execution for overall optimization that generates profits and cash, starting with purchasing and procurement～
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株式会社エンファクトリー will hold a seminar on SCM reform that goes beyond “inventory reduction” on November 17, 2026, followed by an archived stream on the 18th and 19th.
Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate, Asilla and JDSC conduct a pilot test using people-flow data to optimize air conditioning and save energy in an office building
株式会社ガーデン will launch the third installment of its “691 (Lock On) Big Thank-You Festival” campaign at 壱角家 and 油そば総本店 to celebrate the group surpassing 222 locations.
Facts
Group total surpasses 222 locations
Iekei ramen (regular size) or abura soba (regular, large or extra-large) for 691 yen
[15 years since the earthquake] Enjoy a serving of Tohoku oysters for 880 yen in Niigata! “Traveling Oyster Hut Bugyo” opens for a limited time at Aeon Niigata West in Niigata City
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LH株式会社 will host “Traveling Oyster Hut Bugyo,” an event supporting recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, at Aeon Niigata West in Niigata City from November 28 to December 24, 2026. A serving of shell-on oysters from Miyagi Prefecture (about 7–8 oysters) will be available for 880 yen, including tax, with sponsorship from サッポロビール株式会社.
[15 years since the earthquake] Enjoy a serving of Tohoku oysters for 880 yen in Gifu! “Traveling Oyster Hut Bugyo” opens for a limited time at Frespo Hida Takayama in Takayama City
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LH株式会社 will host “Traveling Oyster Hut Bugyo,” an event supporting recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, at Frespo Hida Takayama in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, from December 4 to 24, 2026. The event features self-service BBQ, with oysters from Miyagi Prefecture and other items grilled over binchotan charcoal, and is sponsored by サッポロビール株式会社.
Facts
880 yen per serving
Seat fee (charcoal fee): 390 yen per person
The number of venues held annually is as many as 100
The power to choose can open up the future. Chosen lets children choose their sponsor, offering them their “first choice” this Christmas
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International NGO ワールド・ビジョン・ジャパン is running its Christmas campaign “Give the Gift of Hope” from November 1 to December 25, 2026, and is seeking participants for Chosen, a child sponsorship program in which children in Rwanda, Africa, choose their sponsors.
[Moomin] Introducing Funde, a new brand with a refined, functional design you’ll want to carry everywhere! 3 insulated lunch bags with cooling pouches launch from Skater on Wednesday, November 4
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スケーター株式会社 has launched Funde, a new brand combining functionality and style, and will release 3 lunch bags from its Moomin series on November 4.
[BUYMA] More than 20 brands, including MONCLER and Vivienne Westwood, come together! Pop-up event featuring fall/winter outerwear and popular accessories opens in Shibuya, Tokyo, starting Tuesday, November 10
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BUYMA, operated by 株式会社エニグモ, will hold a pop-up event featuring fall/winter outerwear and accessories in Shibuya from November 10, 2026. More than 20 brands, including MONCLER and Vivienne Westwood, will participate, with try-ons and special coupons on offer.
Shisan Unyo Navi renews its homepage, making it easier to find an IFA that suits you through 4 entry points: rankings, areas, specialties and new listings
20 years since the exchange agreement! Itabashi Ward and Nikko City to hold event marking the 20th anniversary of their green and cultural exchange agreement
Originalアトレ恵比寿】クリスマスプロモーションを11/6(金)よりスタート！ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL～美しいことに出会う季節～心弾むクリスマス装飾や限定イベントで特別なひとときを
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Original株式会社アトレが運営するアトレ恵比寿では、2026年11月6日から12月25日までクリスマスプロモーション「ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL」を開催。maya Shibasakiによるオリジナルビジュアルの掲示、JRE MALLオーダーでの事前予約サービス、12月12日の抽選会、およびシュタイフとポールスミスの期間限定POP UP SHOPなどが実施される。
Facts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Fri., Dec. 25
125 shops
Approximately 23,580 m²
Approximately 11,545 m²
24 shops
Approximately 9,514 m²
Approximately 4,843 m²
1.63 billion yen
April 2, 1990
First 100 people
20,000 yen in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社アトレ、アトレ恵比寿、JRE MALL、JRE POINT、ラ・メゾン アンソレイユターブル パティスリー、アール・エフ・ワン、レ ミルフォイユドゥ リベルテ、ワンダーフラワー、アンテノール、パティスリー キハチ、ラデュレ、千疋屋、ゴディバ、神戸屋キッチン、融合、ビッグオーブン、アントニオズデリ、ディーン＆デルーカ、ヒビヤカダンスタイル、サロンベイクアンドティー、ル・グルニエ・ア・パン、シュタイフ、Paul Smith
[New product] Covers the hands while leaving the fingers free: lightweight arm covers that are easy to wear while working on a computer
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株式会社シービージャパン launched “tutum Warm Arm Covers” in October 2026. The lightweight arm covers leave the fingertips exposed for use. Citing survey data from Thermos and Mizuno, the company points to demand for keeping hands warm as people save energy and cope with air conditioning.
Facts
Launched in October 2026
Conducted among 800 men and women
61.3% said they were concerned about rising utility costs and saving money
Reached 49.1%
“Toes and ankles” ranked first at 50.7%
“Fingertips and wrists” followed at 19.6%
They are lightweight and 22 cm long, so they are less likely to get in the way of clothing
They weigh 30 g for both hands
In a survey conducted among 1,000 men and women
“In air-conditioned indoor spaces” was the most common response at 60.5%
A fragrance festival featuring more than 1000 items returns to Kyoto this year: “Salon de Parfum 2026”
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“Salon de Parfum 2026” will be held at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 starting November 11, featuring more than 1000 fragrances from 42 brands. This year’s theme is “The Cinema of Fragrance.” The event will include displays of gourmand notes and brands from Asia, as well as workshops by a new brand from 日本香堂グループ.
株式会社LANY releases “LLMO (GEO/AIO/AEO/AI search optimization) Success Stories,” highlighting 8 improvement cases, including an increase in AI recommendation rate from 44% to 93%
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株式会社LANY has released “LLMO Success Stories,” a white paper compiling successful cases in LLMO (AI search optimization). It presents specific examples of improvements, including higher AI recommendation rates on ChatGPT and Gemini, as well as findings from a survey on generative AI search usage by CyberAgent GEO Lab.
Facts
AI recommendation rate on ChatGPT rises from 44% to 93%
AI recommendation rate on Gemini rises from 18% to 49%
21.3% in May 2025
It increased to 52.3% in August 2026
It reached 28.1% in July 2026
50.2% of people in their 40s
46.1% of people in their 50s
More than 300 companies have received LLMO assessments
ANA X and Sinanen expand “ANA Gas” service to the Keiyo Gas service area
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ANA X株式会社 and シナネン株式会社 will expand the service area for their city gas service “ANA Gas” to the Keiyo Gas area from November 4, 2026. The service will then be available in 5 areas: 東京ガス, Keiyo Gas, 東邦ガス, 大阪ガス, and 西部ガス. The companies will also run campaigns, including a mileage offer for new customers.
LED displays provided as equipment support for the 40th-anniversary exhibition “An Endless World of Fantasy” for Final Fantasy
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LED TOKYO株式会社 will provide LED displays as equipment support for the 40th-anniversary Final Fantasy exhibition, which will be held at 東京国立博物館’s Hyokeikan from January 8 to April 4, 2027.
Facts
40th anniversary
Jan. 8, 2027
April 4
1987
More than 212 million copies shipped or downloaded
“Why does a character jump when you press a button?” A poop-themed workbook teaching “the secrets of software” is created in collaboration with Mitsubishi Electric Software
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株式会社文響社 and 三菱電機ソフトウエア株式会社 have jointly produced “Unko Drill: The Secrets of Software,” an educational booklet that teaches how software works. Drawing on the “Unko Drill” brand, which has sold more than 13 million copies across the series, they are distributing it free to elementary schools and making a PDF available on their website.
GVA TECH, Daiichi Hoki and FRAIM to hold “Generative AI in Practice for Lawyers” conference on November 19 (Thursday), focusing on the use of generative AI at law firms
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GVA TECH株式会社, 第一法規株式会社, and FRAIM are the 3 companies jointly holding the “Generative AI in Practice for Lawyers” conference on November 19, 2026. The event will discuss organizational frameworks for expanding the use of generative AI from individual lawyers to entire law firms, as well as practical case studies.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
50 in-person attendees
500 online attendees
The fee for the networking reception is 8,000 yen (including tax)
A little good-luck charm for students preparing for exams and anyone striving toward a goal. The PAPABUBBLE exam-success candy series, including candies with glucose and sweets that let you attach a personal message, goes on sale November 12 in 3 varieties.
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Craft Candy Theater「PAPABUBBLE」will launch its limited-edition “Pass the Exam” candy series, supporting students preparing for exams and people taking on challenges, on Nov. 12, 2026. The 3-item collection features candies and glucose blends themed around “success” and “concentration” and will be available through the online store and stores nationwide.
Akie Iriyama explains “World-Class Management Theory” in new video series; special discount campaign extended through the end of November following popular demand
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A video package explaining “World-Class Management Theory,” written by Akie Iriyama, has been released by ダイヤモンド社. Following popular demand, the special discount campaign has been extended through Nov. 30, 2026.
Facts
More than 150,000 copies sold
A hefty “bludgeon book” of more than 800 pages
In September 2026
Extended by 1 month
Original<2026年11月30日(月) 17時まで>
Original1回10〜20分の動画
30 videos in total
(More than 500 minutes in total)
33,000 yen
19,800 yen
Explains topics in videos lasting more than 40 minutes
“Discover it and you’ll want to travel more”: 旭屋出版 and kawara CAFE bring hidden culinary gems from Tokachi, Hokkaido, to a collaboration menu fair at 5 locations in the Tokyo metropolitan area
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旭屋出版 and kawara CAFE will hold a collaboration menu fair featuring ingredients from Tokachi, Hokkaido, at 5 locations in the Tokyo metropolitan area from Nov. 4 to 30, 2026.
バーバリー celebrates the holiday season with Fiona Shaw, Pierce Brosnan and a special guest
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バーバリー has unveiled its 2026 holiday campaign, “Wrapped in バーバリー: Celebrating 170 Years.” Set at a British country house, the campaign features an advertising film starring Pierce Brosnan and Fiona Shaw, a new collection centered on cashmere, and collaboration pieces with スマイソン.
MAXWIN launches MR-C003 digital rearview mirror with a 60fps rear camera, ensuring rear visibility even when the vehicle is fully loaded
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MAXWIN, the automotive accessories brand operated by 昌騰有限会社, has begun selling the MR-C003 digital rearview mirror, designed to ensure rear visibility even when the vehicle is fully loaded. The product features a 10.88-inch LCD and a 60fps Full HD rear camera, and uses an image sensor made by OMNIVISION.
【ココモーラ】Adds “Comment” and “Like” features to user pages, creating a space for users to connect through reviews
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株式会社ゼロアクセル has added “Comment” and “Like” features to the user pages of its review site, ココモーラ, to encourage interaction among users. About 500 people have registered for the user page feature, which launched in October 2026.
Strong response continues after initial batch sells out: Only 50 ブレイズ e-Cargo four-wheel low-speed electric vehicles remain available for delivery this year
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株式会社ブレイズ announced that only 50 units remain for delivery in December 2026 of its ブレイズ e-Cargo four-wheel low-speed electric vehicle. The initial batch has sold out, and interest is growing in its use as a means of transportation for parents and in dealership agreements.
Bringing a sports brand’s perspective to knitwear: TIGORA unveils its 2026 fall/winter men’s knitwear collection
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株式会社アルペン has launched its 2026 fall/winter men’s knitwear collection under its private brand TIGORA. The collection includes 2 styles: active knitwear that can be machine-washed and luxurious, thick ribbed knitwear. They are now available at スポーツデポ and through online stores.
ポーラ refreshes its department-store counters at 伊勢丹新宿店 and 阪急うめだ本店, offering a new brand experience that opens the senses and helps customers discover beauty on their own terms
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株式会社ポーラ is renewing its department-store counters at 伊勢丹新宿店 and 阪急うめだ本店, offering a new brand experience set to open in November 2026.
楽天証券 to handle bookbuilding for アンソロピック, which plans to list on the U.S. market
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楽天証券 has decided to handle bookbuilding for the IPO of AI research organization アンソロピック, which plans to list on the U.S. market. This will allow 楽天証券 customers to apply to purchase the company’s shares from Japan.
Toward a hub supporting everything from research and development to social implementation in advanced computing fields such as quantum technology: Business contract signed for the 「新川崎・創造のもり イノベーション拠点整備事業」
ASUENE and public-private fund JICT invest 49% in European holding company, begin joint management of UK Secaro business. JICT’s Kawasaki appointed as new outside director
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アスエネ株式会社 announced that public-private fund JICT invested in ASUENE EUROPE Holdings Ltd. and acquired a 49% stake. The two companies will establish a joint investment structure and accelerate business expansion in Europe and the United States by leveraging Secaro’s supply chain network, which joined the group in July 2026. JICT Senior Director Nozomi Kawasaki was also appointed an outside director.
Facts
49%
More than 90 countries
More than 8,000 companies
15.1 billion yen
Companies mentioned：アスエネ株式会社、JICT、株式会社海外通信・放送・郵便事業支援機構、ASUENE EUROPE Holdings Ltd.、Secaro、2degrees Ltd.、NZero、トヨタ、ホンダ、アストラゼネカ
“Rakuten Pay” launches “Coupons usable anywhere in Japan” for the first time! “Rakuten Pay Super Great Rewards Festival, Part 2” begins
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楽天ペイメント will run “Rakuten Pay Super Great Rewards Festival, Part 2” on its cashless payment service “Rakuten Pay” from Nov. 4 to Dec. 25, 2026, and will distribute “Coupons usable anywhere in Japan” for the first time.
Facts
From Nov. 4 (Wed.) to Dec. 25 (Fri.), 2026
Until Friday, Dec. 25
Limited to the first 500,000 people
Original1回あたり500円（税込）以上
100 “Rakuten Points” will be awarded
To 50,000 people every day
Under normal conditions, 1 “Rakuten Point”
2 “Rakuten Points” on days of the month ending in 5 or 0
株式会社LegalOn Technologies announced that 株式会社ミツウロコグループホールディングス adopted the AI service “DocumentOn” to improve the efficiency and quality of advertising reviews.
Facts
More than 9,000 companies as of the end of July 2026
Capital and other funds: 20.15 billion yen (including capital reserves and other funds)
New brand “天峰印” to launch on Nov. 8. 休暇村乗鞍高原 seeks product development partners to use its hot spring water — products including beer, cosmetics, and seasonings under development
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休暇村乗鞍高原 launched the new brand “天峰印” on Nov. 8, using water from its own source, “安曇野乗鞍温泉,” and is seeking partners to develop products such as beer, cosmetics, and seasonings. Development is currently underway in collaboration with 南信州ビール株式会社, 株式会社咲楽, and 株式会社丸正醸造, with sales scheduled to begin in April 2027.
Collaboration stickers for セガUFOキャッチャーオンライン arrive in ソニックレーシング クロスワールド! Limited prizes also released to mark the collaboration
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A collaboration has begun between the online crane game セガUFOキャッチャーオンライン, operated by 株式会社セガ フェイブ, and the racing game ソニックレーシング クロスワールド. Collaboration stickers are now available in the game, along with limited-edition prizes.
Facts
The series’ largest-ever lineup, with 50 characters
More than 100 types of gadgets
Compete against up to 12 players
Get 500UP in-game points when you register for the first time
第一法規, GVA TECH, and FRAIM to hold “Practical Generative AI Conference for Lawyers” on Nov. 19 (Thu.), focusing on the use of generative AI at law firms
町田市 will hold the “Machida D Summit” on Dec. 27, 2026, bringing together people living with dementia and businesses to discuss building a community where people can live alongside dementia. An exhibition related to the book “How to Navigate the World of Dementia” will also be held at Machida Civic Hall through the same day.
Helping households save: “Tokutoku Price”! Prices cut on 864 new items from Nov. 1!
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株式会社コメリ will run its “Tokutoku Price” campaign to cut prices on essential goods for a limited time starting Nov. 1, 2026, with reductions on 864 items.
“資生堂パーラー ザ・ハラジュク” presents a special Christmas course to add festive sparkle to the holiday season, available for 3 days only!
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“資生堂パーラー ザ・ハラジュク” will offer a special Christmas course created by a French chef for 3 days only, from Dec. 23 to 25, 2026. Priced at 13,000 yen, the course features a dessert tower and a setting with night views.
【SMYTHSON】SMYTHSON and the アストンマーティン・アラムコ・フォーミュラワン™チーム unveil a collection inspired by motorsports
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A collaboration collection by SMYTHSON, distributed by 株式会社ルック, and the アストンマーティン・アラムコ・フォーミュラワン™チーム will go on sale from Nov. 11, 2026. The collection includes stationery, travel goods and digital accessories, priced from 19,800 yen to 187,000 yen.
Facts
On sale from November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Soho Circuit Journal 69,300 yen
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Panama Notebook 19,800 yen each
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Soho Notebook 49,500 yen each
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Multi-Zip Case 79,200 yen each
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Keyring with Leather Strap 29,700 yen
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Passport Sleeve 55,000 yen
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Large Flat Card Holder 49,500 yen
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Washbag with Double Zip 132,000 yen
Smythson x Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team Small Laptop Case 187,000 yen
【Afternoon Tea】New sweets and teas go on sale, including a strawberry and raspberry Christmas shortcake plate and 2 kinds of crispy mille-feuille! Advent calendars featuring Christmas motifs and cats are also available
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アイビーカンパニー株式会社 will launch new Christmas sweets and teas, as well as limited-edition gifts, at アフタヌーンティー・ティールーム from Nov. 12.
Job search service doda announces changes in application requirements for sales positions before and after the spread of AI
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Job search service doda, operated by パーソルキャリア株式会社, surveyed changes in application requirements for sales positions before and after the spread of AI. It announced that job listings containing keywords related to “collaborative” sales have increased, and the median advertised annual salary has also risen.
Facts
Up 5.8%
100万円 higher
The median advertised annual salary was 5.75 million yen
Jobs containing the keywords: 6.5 million yen
Jobs not containing them: 5.5 million yen
The difference ranged from 125,000 yen to 1,000,000 yen
The largest gap was 1,000,000 yen for “automotive, equipment and machinery product sales”
京都府 will hold a lecture and cooking workshop on Dec. 5 led by “storytellers of Kyoto’s food culture,” where participants can learn from fishermen about seafood and their work. Registration is open from Nov. 5.
【ビッグボーイ】Daikon, komatsuna and lotus root! A lineup of ingredients that evokes the arrival of winter! 4 seasonal dishes, including daikon and komatsuna dressed in a light broth, arrive at the salad bar
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The “ビッグボーイ” and “ヴィクトリアステーション” restaurants operated by 株式会社ビッグボーイジャパン will add 4 seasonal dishes to their salad bars from Nov. 10: daikon and komatsuna dressed in a light broth, hijiki and lotus root sesame-mayo salad, soupless tantan pasta salad, and apple jelly. They are scheduled to be available through late January at 158 locations.
株式会社アスク will exhibit jointly with ITG Marketing, Other World Computing (OWC), and 株式会社日進映像研究所 at Inter BEE 2026, held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026. The booth will showcase the latest solutions, including Lenovo ThinkStation P4 and NVIDIA RTX Spark, to help streamline video production.
Facts
Booth No.: 7508
From Wednesday, November 18 to Friday, November 20, 2026
株式会社ヤマダホールディングス will open the Best Denki Tampines 1 store, an electronics retailer, on Nov. 6, 2026, inside タンピネス1モール, a shopping complex directly connected to Tampines Station in Singapore.
Free firmware for 4 digital cinema camera models released; supports video production with new features for adjusting hue and saturation and enhanced AF functionality
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キヤノン will release free firmware for 4 digital cinema camera models on Dec. 17, 2026. The firmware will support video production with the addition of the new Multi Matrix feature and improved AF performance.
Supports video production by centralizing the setup, operation, and management of multiple cameras; PC application “Camera Control Center” now available
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キヤノン will begin offering the PC application “Camera Control Center,” which centralizes the setup, operation, and management of multiple cameras, free of charge in early January 2027.
キヤノン’s video production equipment “CINEMA EOS SYSTEM” marks its 15th anniversary
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キヤノン’s video production equipment “CINEMA EOS SYSTEM” debuted in 2011 and will mark its 15th anniversary in November 2026. The system is used in a wide range of settings, including film and documentary production, and has also been used in Academy Award-winning works.
Exhibiting at “Inter BEE 2026,” one of Japan’s largest comprehensive media events; showcasing products and solutions that support creativity and efficiency in broadcasting and video production
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キヤノン will exhibit at “Inter BEE 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing new products including EOS C50 and EOS R6 V, as well as solutions such as Multi-Camera Orchestration and virtual production systems.
【Make English learning a daily habit】NativeCamp refreshes its “Home Screen Widget,” which lets users check consecutive days of NC×AI use from the home screen
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株式会社ネイティブキャンプ has refreshed the home screen widget for its English learning app “NativeCamp,” adding a design and setup guide that let users check their consecutive days of NC×AI use and usage status for the day.
Facts
9 designs
Available since February 2026
¥1,980 family plan (tax included)
Instructors from more than 140 countries around the world
“Spin the Gacha and Get V Points!” launches on the V Point app! “Share 100,000 Points Every Day Gacha Launch Campaign★” runs starting Nov. 4
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Vポイントマーケティング has launched the new “Spin the Gacha and Get V Points!” service on the V Point app and will hold a campaign to share 100,000 points starting Nov. 4.
【Ginza Cozy Corner】Popular rare cheesecake gets a 30% size increase for 6 days to mark Cheese Day!
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株式会社銀座コージーコーナー will sell its “Special Rare Cheesecake Made with 5 Hokkaido Cheeses” for a limited time from Nov. 6 to 11, 2026, with its total weight increased by 30% to mark Cheese Day.
In the popular employers ranking for students graduating in 2028, announced by 株式会社学情, 伊藤忠商事 ranked first for 9 consecutive years. Entertainment and manufacturing companies remained popular, while interest in IT and telecommunications companies eased.
Four original mocktails co-developed with 松本大学 and local businesses; rollout at restaurants in Matsumoto City begins in November
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スマドリ株式会社 has jointly developed 4 original mocktails with 松本大学 and local businesses, and will begin offering them at restaurants in Matsumoto City in November.
Facts
4 original non-alcoholic cocktails (mocktails)
To be rolled out at restaurants and other venues in Matsumoto City starting in November
Golf apparel brand “Jack Bunny!!” releases the 9th installment of its web magazine “JACK BUNNY STYLE.” Actor and 柏木 悠, a member of main dancer and backing vocal group “超特急,” appears as a guest!
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株式会社TSI has released the 9th installment of “JACK BUNNY STYLE,” the web magazine from golf apparel brand “Jack Bunny!!.” Actor and 超特急 member 柏木悠 appears as a guest, discussing how to style the new collection and his enthusiasm for golf. VOL.1 will be released on November 4, and VOL.2 is scheduled for release on December 1.
[Gurunavi × Nikorio] Special “Kinplete” experience campaign to be held at a Tokyo restaurant starting Wednesday, November 4
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株式会社ぐるなび and 株式会社ニコリオ will hold a special experience campaign for ニコリオ’s new product “Kinplete” and its food with function claims “ラクビ プレミアム” at the Tokyo restaurant “SOLEIL 日比谷OKUROJI” starting November 4, 2026.
Facts
Starting Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
Friday, Dec. 4
980 yen total for 2 boxes (tax included)
Regular single-item price: 4,330 yen (tax included; shipping charged separately)
Regular single-item price: 3,580 yen (tax included; shipping charged separately)
“マネーフォワード クラウド固定資産” streamlines the end-to-end business process for acquiring fixed assets
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株式会社マネーフォワード has updated “マネーフォワード クラウド固定資産,” streamlining fixed-asset registration through the use of information from invoice payment processing and accounting operations, and enabling automatic reflection of reclassification journal entries in “マネーフォワード クラウド会計Plus.”
独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構近畿本部 is accepting applications for tenants at the incubation facility “クリエイション・コア京都御車.” Applications are accepted from November 11 to 30, 2026, and occupancy is scheduled to begin in or after March 2027.
A Christmas-exclusive sweets plan makes its debut on the Fuji-san View Express! Available for 2 days only, Dec. 24 (Thu.) and 25 (Fri.), with 10 servings per day
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富士山麓電気鉄道株式会社 and 富士急トラベル株式会社 will offer a Christmas-exclusive sweets plan aboard the sightseeing train “富士山ビュー特急” for 2 days only, December 24 and 25, 2026.
Facts
Limited to 10 servings per day
Limited to 2 days: December 24 (Thu.) and 25 (Fri.), 2026
Reservations now being accepted! The latest on FamilyMart’s 2027 New Year’s dishes: early-bird reservations are at 168.5% of last year’s level, and hors d’oeuvres are also strong at 125%—the average budget for New Year’s dishes is up 325 yen from last year, showing that celebratory spending remains “alive and well” despite rising prices
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株式会社ファミリーマート reports that reservations for its 2027 New Year’s dishes are strong, with early-bird reservations at 168.5% of last year’s level and hors d’oeuvres at 125%. A survey found that the average budget for New Year’s dishes rose by 325 yen, showing that celebratory spending remains resilient despite ongoing price increases.
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The average amount spent on New Year’s dishes in 2026 was “19,459 yen”
The average budget for New Year’s dishes in 2027 is “19,784 yen”
The long-awaited return! A luxurious treat generously topped with rich milk sauce. The hugely popular “winter-only” Sō is back, even more delicious than before! “爽 贅沢濃味(こいあじ)バニラ” goes on sale nationwide starting Monday, November 16
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株式会社ロッテ will launch its winter-only ice cream “爽 贅沢濃味バニラ” nationwide on November 16, 2026. Made with rich milk sauce and fermented butter, the product features an enhanced vanilla flavor and has a suggested retail price of 270 yen (tax included).
“GINZA Christmas Market 2026,” bringing together Christmas items from around the world in Ginza, opens at 銀座三越 on Wednesday, November 11.
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“GINZA Christmas Market 2026” opens on November 11 at the event space on the 7th floor of the new building at 銀座三越. About 20 shops will offer Christmas goods and food from around the world.
[Tohoku region only] “Sapporo Black Label Tohoku Hops １００％” launches Wednesday, November 4
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Sapporo Breweries will launch “Sapporo Black Label Tohoku Hops １００％” in limited quantities in the Tohoku region only on November 4. The product uses 100% Tohoku-grown hops and is marking its 18th year on the market. The sales target is 45,000 cases.
GLOBAL WORK’s winter campaign visuals, capturing the natural everyday life of couple 栁俊太郎 and 玖瑠実, will be released on Wednesday, November 4!
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株式会社アダストリア’s GLOBAL WORK will unveil its new key visuals for winter 2026 on November 4, featuring actor and model Shuntaro Yanagi and his wife, model Kurumi. The visuals portray the couple’s natural relationship and winter fashion styles under the brand message “Live together—Let’s live together.”
千里阪急 will host “Senri Stroll—Love This, Like Hokusetsu” from November 11 to 24. Shops from the Hokusetsu area will take turns setting up each week, and an outdoor market will also be held on November 21.
【Survey on Attitudes Toward the Production and Ordering of Original Paper Bags】Top concerns when placing an order are “rising costs (40.6%)” and “a mismatch with the design image (29.6%)”
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A survey on attitudes toward the production of original paper bags conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and くま袋 found that the leading concerns when placing an order were “rising costs” at 40.6% and “a mismatch with the design image” at 29.6%. “Cost” was the most important consideration, at 35.8%.
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Valid responses: 500 samples
A total of 22.8% said they “want to be particular” about making paper bags
The most common answer was “cost,” at 35.8%
The most common answer was “being able to check paper and print samples for free,” at 42.4%
A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and ローカルプランニング found that 9.6% of respondents were interested in making their own merchandise. T-shirts were the most popular item to make, at 14.6%. Among those interested in small-batch production, the most common preferred budget was under 300 yen.
【Survey of Detached-Home Residents】The top 2 features of a relaxing space are “comfortable temperature and humidity (49.7%)” and “quiet (41.7%)”
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A survey of 300 detached-home residents conducted jointly by 株式会社NEXER Group and クオレ・ホーム株式会社 found that the top features of a relaxing space were “comfortable temperature and humidity” (49.7%) and “quiet” (41.7%). It also found that 86.3% of respondents wanted their future homes to offer comfort and relaxation.
【TOP30 artists added to the most playlists last week】
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AWA株式会社 announced its “TOP30 artists added to the most playlists last week” ranking for the period from October 26 to November 1, 2026, with Kenshi Yonezu taking first place.
【Coming soon】Los Angeles Olympics gold medalist Shinji Morisue to appear at “萩本企画 Presents: The 7th Horiguchi Hashi Storytelling Gathering,” to be held November 15 at Shinjuku Batios
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“The 7th Horiguchi Hashi Storytelling Gathering” will be held on November 15, 2026, at Batios in Shinjuku, with Los Angeles Olympics gold medalist Shinji Morisue appearing as a guest. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ.
Mansai Nomura in the kyogen play “Futari Bakama” and Hideaki Kojima in the Noh play “Tsuchigumo”—popular works featured in “New Year’s Noh at Nakano ZERO: Tsuchigumo,” to be staged next January 30; tickets now on sale
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“New Year’s Noh at Nakano ZERO: Tsuchigumo,” presented by 皐風会, will be staged on January 30, 2027, at Nakano Zero Grand Hall in Nakano, Tokyo. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ.
A true crab feast. The winter delicacy: the 鳥取県 Matsuba Crab Fair!
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An announcement for the 鳥取県 Matsuba Crab Fair, running at ホテルニューオータニ in Tokyo from November 10 to December 29, 2026. Special menu items will feature Matsuba crab and Hakushu Bijin pears from 鳥取県, as well as fugu.
＼First in Kyushu!／ A pop-up shop for LONDON BAKE GALLERY 〈ロンドン ベイク ギャラリー〉, offering a selection of baked goods long loved in Britain, arrives at 大丸福岡天神店
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British baked-goods brand LONDON BAKE GALLERY will open a limited-time shop at 大丸福岡天神店. The shop’s first-ever appearance in Kyushu will offer products such as shortbread and Victoria cake, as well as gifts based on the purchase amount.
【100 days until 福岡PARCO closes】Fukuoka-born comedian Ryūji Akiyama (Robert) named “Special Supporter for the 100 Days Before Closing”! November 21 (Saturday) is “1DAY PARCO JACK”!
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福岡PARCO is marking 100 days until its closure in February 2027 with a special event, “FUKUOKA PARCO 100 DAYS LEFT,” centered on November 21, 2026, and featuring Fukuoka-born comedian Ryūji Akiyama as “Special Supporter for the 100 Days Before Closing.” Plans include advertising visuals, the opening of Akiyama’s POP-UP STORE “Akiyama Department Store,” and appearances by Perry Key and Ryūji Akiyama at the music festival “PARC ON FINAL.”
New autumn/winter items from Natsume's Book of Friends × フェリシモ「猫部™」! Comforting Nyanko-sensei-themed goods, including a quilted bag and a belly warmer
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株式会社フェリシモ has begun selling new autumn/winter collaboration goods for 「猫部™」 featuring Nyanko-sensei, a character from the TV anime Natsume's Book of Friends. The products include a quilted bag, a belly warmer and aromatic petroleum jelly. A portion of the sales price will go toward animal protection activities.
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Available from October 20
￥5,800
+10% ￥6,379
Of that, 10 yen
￥2,000
+10% ￥2,199
￥1,800
+10% ￥1,979
￥8,800
+10% ￥9,679
￥4,200
+10% ￥4,619
100 yen per month
In 1 year, 1,964 dogs and
4,866 cats are euthanized
Toll-free: 0120-055-820
Founded in May 1965
Stock code: Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market 3396
tvk 55th Anniversary Commemorative Event: Reiwa 九 Spring Tour Grand Sumo Sagamihara Tournament
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Information is provided on the event outline, ticket prices, sales outlets and sponsorship opportunities for the Grand Sumo Sagamihara Tournament, to be held at Sagamihara Gion Arena on April 24, 2027.
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Saturday, April 24, 2027
Doors open at 9:00
Scheduled end: 14:30
Tamari S seats - 20,000 yen
Tamari A seats - 18,500 yen
Pair masu seats - 34,000 yen
Arena chair S seats - 15,500 yen
2nd-floor chair A seats - 8,000 yen
2nd-floor chair B seats - 6,500 yen
Yokozuna souvenir ticket / bento included - 6,000 yen
Ozeki souvenir ticket / bento included - 4,000 yen
10% OFF*¹ and up to 25%*² back in points! The 6th edition of Japan's largest-scale*³ organic festival, “THE ORGANIC DAYS,” is coming〈Nov. 19, 2026, 18:00–Nov. 25〉
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Cosme Kitchen, operated by 株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ, will hold “THE ORGANIC DAYS” starting November 19, 2026, offering 10% off eligible products and up to 25% back in points.
Facts
Up to 25%
Nov. 19, 2026
Nov. 25
Original1セット3,300円（税込）
1,000 yen off
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Cosme Kitchen、MASH GO GREEN STORE、MA CARD、マッシュグループ
A seminar titled “The Front Lines of Energy Procurement in the Data Center Era,” featuring speakers from 日本再生可能エネルギー総合研究所, Mr. Kitamura, and 東京ガスエンジニアリングソリューションズ(株), Mr. Isshiki, will be held on Friday, December 4, 2026!!
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新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on December 4, 2026, on “The Front Lines of Energy Procurement in the Data Center Era.” Kazuya Kitamura of 日本再生可能エネルギー総合研究所 and Daisuke Isshiki of Tokyo Gas Engineering Solutions will speak, discussing regional renewable energy strategies amid the rush to build data centers and ways to address power grid constraints using cogeneration.
DMMかりゆし水族館 announces its first special exhibition, “Learning About Dinosaur Evolution at the Aquarium”
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“Learning About Dinosaur Evolution at the Aquarium” will be held at DMMかりゆし水族館, operated by 合同会社DMM.com, from November 14, 2026, through February 14, 2027. The exhibition will feature skeleton displays of Mosasaurus and Tyrannosaurus, among others, as well as a fossil-digging experience. A discount for Okinawa residents will also be offered.
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Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Sunday, February 14, 2027
60.12 million members
Since its founding in 1998
Now operates more than 60 services
Launched the subscription membership system 「DMMプレミアム」 in 2022
RAISE A SUILEN's 16th Single “I AM WHO I AM” released today!
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株式会社ブシロードミュージック announced that RAISE A SUILEN's 16th Single “I AM WHO I AM,” part of the BanG Dream! project, will be released on November 4, 2026. The announcement also covered the release of Cover Collection Vol.11 and the 10th-anniversary live Blu-ray, as well as a live tour in 2027.