# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-04 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 3 of 15

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1228 items from 9 sources; Taiwan, 185 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Commuting expense management cloud service “駅すぱあと 通勤費Web” to exhibit at “3rd Back Office DXPO Tokyo ’26 [Autumn]”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000114785.html
- anchor: #n3729194
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴァル研究所、ブティックス株式会社

株式会社ヴァル研究所 will exhibit at the “3rd Back Office DXPO Tokyo ’26 [Autumn],” to be held at Ariake GYM-EX on Nov. 17–18, 2026, and introduce its commuting expense management cloud service “駅すぱあと 通勤費Web.”

Facts:
- Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
- 2026/11/18 (Wednesday)
- Capital: 41 million yen
- Date established: July 26, 1976
- More than 120,000 companies have done business with us

## High-tech manufacturers’ lost sales begin “before production”—A.T. カーニー proposes supply-planning reform centered on “feasible supply”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000046861.html
- anchor: #n3729193
- Companies mentioned: A.T. カーニー株式会社、A.T. カーニー、Kearney

A.T. Kearney has published an analysis arguing that lost sales in high-tech manufacturing stem from supply-planning processes “before production.” It proposes an integrated reform of demand, supply and organization based on “feasible supply,” along with stronger collaboration with contract manufacturers.

Facts:
- 73% of companies
- An order for 200,000 units from a customer
- Production capacity of 100,000 units
- Forecast quantities over 13 weeks
- 月1回の実質的な更新
- Potential sales improvement worth hundreds of millions of dollars
- At least 4分の3 of Fortune Global 500 companies
- Locations in more than 40 countries worldwide
- Entered Japan in 1972

## KING OF TIME becomes official partner for the 2026-27 season of rugby team 川越狭山セコムラガッツ

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000010477.html
- anchor: #n3729192
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヒューマンテクノロジーズ、川越狭山セコムラガッツ、セコム株式会社

株式会社ヒューマンテクノロジーズ has become an official partner for the 2026-27 season of rugby team 川越狭山セコムラガッツ.

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- Capital: 860,661 thousand yen
- Established: December 2011

## TradeWaltz comprehensively revamps trade DX platform “TradeWaltz®”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000069451.html
- anchor: #n3729191
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トレードワルツ、NTTデータ、豊田通商株式会社、東京大学協創プラットフォーム開発株式会社、住友商事株式会社、三菱商事株式会社、株式会社TW Link、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社、株式会社三井住友銀行、豊島株式会社、株式会社上組、株式会社フジトランス コーポレーション、三井倉庫ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社日新、株式会社三菱UFJ銀行、丸紅株式会社、三菱倉庫株式会社、株式会社みずほ銀行、損害保険ジャパン株式会社、株式会社りそなホールディングス

株式会社トレードワルツ announced that it has rebuilt the system foundation of its trade DX platform “TradeWaltz®” from the ground up and will begin rolling out the next-generation foundation in January 2027.

Facts:
- Entering the 7th year since the business was launched
- Rollout to begin sequentially from January 2027
- 18 major trade practitioners
- About 4 years of system development

## 3 restaurants making their first appearance in Karuizawa come together. Enjoy a Karuizawa stay centered on food, with Japanese cuisine, Edo-style sushi and charcoal-grilled yakitori. HACIENDA KARUIZAWA proposes a new kind of stay.

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000166.000072765.html
- anchor: #n3729190
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクアイグニス、HACIENDA KARUIZAWA、軽井沢T-SITE、笠庵 賛否両論、鮨屋 小野、軽井沢 とりまち、鳥しきICHIMON、とりまち、AQUAIGNIS GARDEN SPA、SHARE LOUNGE 軽井沢T-SITE、VISON

HACIENDA KARUIZAWA, operated by 株式会社アクアイグニス, has brought together 3 restaurants inside 軽井沢T-SITE—Japanese restaurant 笠庵 賛否両論, Edo-style sushi restaurant 鮨屋 小野 and charcoal-grilled yakitori restaurant 軽井沢 とりまち—to offer a new kind of stay that combines dining and accommodation.

## “A comfortable fit, even when lying down.” A new “Mocha” color arrives for Mieloa, the night bra brand produced by Yua Mikami, with same-day shipping now available

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000061547.html
- anchor: #n3729189
- Companies mentioned: fast step株式会社、fast step、DRW、Mieloa

fast step株式会社 has added a new “Mocha” color to Mieloa, the night bra brand produced by Yua Mikami, and switched the “Tiara Fit Night Bra” to regular sales starting at 18:00 on Nov. 4, 2026, with same-day shipping now available.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 18:00
- 20 sizes in all
- 500 yen OFF
- Total: 7,860 yen
- 1,000 yen off
- Total: 11,540 yen
- 1,500 yen off
- Total: 15,220 yen
- About 18.9 million people

## [Kintetsu Department Store Nara] First-ever event: A gathering of nostalgic yet new finds at the “Retro Goods and Antiques Market”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000155220.html
- anchor: #n3729188
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社近鉄百貨店、パルナス復刻委員会、D-CAN、古物店meme、レトロ雑貨あっぷりけ、レトロ古着ランデヴー、フルフルール、泉屋東京店、コバトパン工場、千鳥饅頭総本舗、生駒山上遊園地、近鉄百貨店奈良店

近鉄百貨店奈良店で2026年11月11日(水)~17日(火)、「レトロ雑貨と古物市」を初開催。レトロ雑貨や古着の販売、西日本初展示の「おきあがりポロンちゃん」撮影会、「フルフルール」コラボメニュー、各階連動イベント、全館スタンプラリー(先着150名に限定ステッカー)などを実施する。

Facts:
- Event period: Nov. 11 (Wednesday)–Nov. 17 (Tuesday), 2026
- The first 150 visitors will receive an event-exclusive sticker available only here
- Spend at least 5,500 yen including tax and collect a stamp
- For the first 30 customers who purchase at least 3,000 yen including tax in Poron-chan merchandise
- Mug (Paru-chan at the cathedral) 2,200 yen
- ① Napolitan 1,000 yen
- Special Cookies A-A １ tin [limited quantity: 30] 1,296 yen
- 浪漫缶其ノ壱 １缶［限定数30］3,132円
- Tyrolean Pocket １ piece [limited quantity: 50] 810 yen

## 世界的アーティスト村上隆氏が来場！各部門のトークゲスト発表！第2回あいち・なごやインターナショナル・アニメーション・フィルム・フェスティバル

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000152789.html
- anchor: #n3729187
- Companies mentioned: 愛知県、NHK、Netflix社、ニトロプラス、東映アニメーション、TOHO CO., LTD.、LINE Digital Frontier、日本LINEマンガ

第2回あいち・なごやインターナショナル・アニメーション・フィルム・フェスティバル（ANIAFF）が11月13日～18日に開催され、審査員や招待作品、特別企画「アニメーションが描いたAI」、トークゲストとして村上隆氏らが発表された。

Facts:
- 2nd
- November 13
- 18th
- 3 judges
- 2014
- 2026

## [Taxi program: Himitsu no PRIME] 第三十六 installment features aiko, who released her 17th album, “最後に熱い日々を狂わしき想いで”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000060296.html
- anchor: #n3729186
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IRIS、TOKYO PRIME、GO

TOKYO PRIME, the taxi media service operated by 株式会社IRIS, began airing the 第三十六 installment of its program “ひみつのPRIME,” featuring aiko, on Nov. 9.

Facts:
- 第三十六弾
- 17th album
- Airing begins Nov. 9 (Monday)
- For the first time in about 2 years
- 71,000 installed units
- 25,500 units in Tokyo
- 36 prefectures nationwide
- Featuring all 13 tracks
- 6,160 yen (tax included)
- 3,520 yen (tax included)

## 【バンビシャス奈良】奈良市立左京こども園 訪問

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000105349.html
- anchor: #n3729185
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンビシャス奈良、バンビシャス奈良、奈良市立左京こども園

On Oct. 26, players Tatsuya Sakaguchi and Erimu Nakatani visited 奈良市立左京こども園 and held a basketball sports day with children aged 3 to 5.

Facts:
- Oct. 26
- Ages 3 to 5

## Intersect's payment service “IntaPay” and tax-free refund service “InTaxFree” comply with international security standard “PCI DSS”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000032118.html
- anchor: #n3729184
- Companies mentioned: インタセクト・コミュニケーションズ株式会社、Visa、Mastercard、JCB、American Express、Discover、PCI SSC

インタセクト・コミュニケーションズ株式会社 announced that its payment service “IntaPay” and tax-free refund service “InTaxFree” comply with the international security standard “PCI DSS” and have received certification.

Facts:
- August 2026

## “Cafe de CRIE” × “Pompompurin” team up for their first collaboration! Limited-edition drink “Reward Pudding au Lait” and original “Happy Bag” launch Dec. 2, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000079423.html
- anchor: #n3729183
- Companies mentioned: C-United株式会社、コロワイドグループ、株式会社サンリオ、株式会社コロワイド

C-United株式会社 will hold its first collaboration with Sanrio character “Pompompurin” at “Cafe de CRIE” starting Dec. 2, 2026. Limited-edition drinks and merchandise will go on sale.

Facts:
- Starting Dec. 2, 2026
- Marking its 30th anniversary since its debut in 2026
- Ranked No. 1
- Price: from 680 yen
- Sales period: Dec. 2, 2026–March 2, 2027
- 3 receipts for purchases totaling at least 500 yen, including tax
- 1 receipt for a purchase totaling at least 1,500 yen, including tax
- The mini pouches come in 5 varieties
- Price: 4,980 yen (tax included)
- Advance reservations: Nov. 5, 2026
- 3 product exchange vouchers (worth 1,980 yen)
- 2 app tickets for 200 yen off
- Includes benefits worth a total of 2,380 yen
- Currently operates 171 stores nationwide (*2)
- Operates 564 stores across 8 brands nationwide (*3)
- Number of employees: 11,406
- Capital: 43.814 billion yen
- Number of stores: 3,198

## AI-driven CDP “b→dash,” accelerating AI adoption, wins top “Leader” rating in 9 categories, including the MA Tools category, at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000013454.html
- anchor: #n3729182
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社データX、アイティクラウド株式会社

株式会社データX's marketing cloud system “b→dash” received the top “Leader” rating in 9 categories, including the MA Tools category, at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.”

Facts:
- 9 categories
- 3rd consecutive year
- 5 consecutive years
- Approximately 160,000 cases

## Japan's first management system equipped with a DWH, “kpiee,” wins “High Performer” recognition in the Budget Management Systems category at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000013454.html
- anchor: #n3729181
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社データX、アイティクラウド株式会社

株式会社データX's management system “kpiee” received “High Performer” recognition in the Budget Management Systems category at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall,” hosted by アイティクラウド株式会社.

Facts:
- Approximately 160,000 cases

## [Christmas Limited Edition] Popular coffee sandwiches from Bicerin, a historic cafe in Turin, Italy, arrive as gifts in an original tin!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000042426.html
- anchor: #n3729180
- Companies mentioned: ビチェリン・ファミリアーレ株式会社、Bicerin、日本橋高島屋ベストチョイス、銀座シックス店、霞ヶ関中央合同庁舎第2号館店、新宿高島屋店、ニュウマン高輪店、阪急メンズ東京店、ミッドランドスクエア店、阪急うめだ店、博多阪急店

ビチェリン・ファミリアーレ株式会社 will begin selling a Christmas-exclusive gift assortment of Bicerin's popular baked treat “Coffee Sandwiches” in an original tin with a limited-edition design on Nov. 11, 2026.

Facts:
- Founded in 1763
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- Fri., Dec. 25
- An assortment of 3
- Price: 1,728 yen (tax included)
- 540 tins across all stores
- 7 Bicerin directly operated stores

## “My Melody” and “Kuromi” don tiaras and dresses in “QUEEN MODE.” A limited collaboration fragrance collection of 12 scents debuts, pairing with the sweet fragrances of “VASILISA”!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000015815.html
- anchor: #n3729179
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フィッツコーポレーション、VASILISA、株式会社サンリオ、PLAZA

株式会社フィッツコーポレーション will release 12 limited-edition fragrances in collaboration between its own brand “VASILISA” and Sanrio characters “My Melody” and “Kuromi.”

Facts:
- 12 limited-edition fragrance designs
- Price: 4,840 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,650 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,980 yen each (tax included)

## 【MYTREX】Brand celebrates its 9th anniversary on Nov. 11! Cumulative shipments exceed 4 million units

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000047658.html
- anchor: #n3729178
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社創通メディカル、MYTREX、楽天市場店、Yahoo!ショッピング店、Amazon、auPay マーケット店

株式会社創通メディカル announced that MYTREX, its beauty and health appliance brand, will mark its 9th anniversary on Nov. 11, 2026, and that cumulative shipments have exceeded 4 million units.

Facts:
- Cumulative shipments: 4 million units
- 9th brand anniversary
- Marks its 9th anniversary on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- Since the brand's launch in 2017

## A more innovative baffle design brings greater warmth and mobility to the long-popular stretch down jacket: the “STRETCHDOWN SERIES” evolves

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000075300.html
- anchor: #n3729177
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロンビアスポーツウェアジャパン、マウンテンハードウェア

マウンテンハードウェアが、独自のDOPPLEWEAVE技術とコヒージョンインターロックインサレーション構造を採用し、暖かさと動きやすさを両立した「Stretchdown Series」を進化させた製品を発売。

Facts:
- Founded in California, US, in 1993
- 6-27-30 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
- Since its launch more than 10 years ago
- Reduced by up to 60%
- 750-fill-power RDS®-certified down
- ¥49,500 (tax included)
- Nylon 85%
- Polyurethane 15%
- ¥46,200 (tax included)
- ¥44,000 (tax included)

## ECC ranks No. 1 in “Customer Satisfaction” in the education services industry for 3 consecutive years in the JCSI (Japanese Customer Satisfaction Index) survey!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000016929.html
- anchor: #n3729176
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ECC、公益財団法人日本生産性本部、サービス産業生産性協議会

株式会社ECC ranked No. 1 in “Customer Satisfaction” in the education services industry for 3 consecutive years, starting in fiscal 2024, in the fiscal 2026 JCSI survey announced by 公益財団法人日本生産性本部.

Facts:
- 3rd consecutive year
- 73.9
- 23,143 people
- 66 companies and brands
- 75 companies and brands
- 7 industries

## Tokyo Boeki Mechanics begins handling CRYSOUND社-made acoustic imagers, supporting early detection of gas leaks and equipment abnormalities by making sound visible

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000098548.html
- anchor: #n3729175
- Companies mentioned: 東京貿易ホールディングス株式会社、東京貿易メカニクス株式会社、TMEX、CRYSOUND社、CRYSOUND

Tokyo Boeki Mechanics has begun selling acoustic imagers made by CRYSOUND社. The product visualizes ultrasound to support early detection of gas leaks and equipment abnormalities.

Facts:
- 17 business companies in Japan and overseas
- 18 companies in total
- Founded in 1947
- Celebrating its 79th anniversary

## 【CONVERSE】New blue-toned colors for fall and winter arrive in the MADE IN JAPAN “ALL STAR” and “ONE STAR”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000010657.html
- anchor: #n3729174
- Companies mentioned: CONVERSE、コンバース、コンバースジャパン株式会社、CONVERSE OFFICIAL ONLINE SHOP、コンバースインフォメーションセンター

コンバース is adding new blue-toned colors for fall and winter to its MADE IN JAPAN “CANVAS ALL STAR J” and “ONE STAR J SUEDE” models, with releases beginning in November 2026.

Facts:
- Starting November 10, 2026
- HI/17,050 yen (tax included)
- OX/16,500 yen (tax included)
- Price: 31,900 yen (tax included)
- Release date: November 24, 2026

## 【BtoB企業の『企業IP』調査】個人名を出して発信するメリットとは？約7割がブランドの信頼感向上を実感！誰を起用し何を語るべきなのか

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000149156.html
- anchor: #n3729173
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PRIZMA、サクリサ

株式会社PRIZMAが2026年10月に実施したBtoB企業の「企業IP」活用に関する調査によると、約7割の企業が個人名出しによる発信でブランド信頼感の向上を実感している。最も起用されているのは営業部門担当者（34.1％）であり、主な課題はネタ枯渇（38.6％）と属人化への依存（32.3％）である。

Facts:
- 73.7％
- 34.1％
- 38.6％
- 32.3％
- 505 people
- October 2026

## Burton brings back 50 limited-edition sticker designs to tell the story of its 50 years in business. Distributed throughout the season to product purchasers, Burton dealers and at event venues.

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000000528.html
- anchor: #n3729172
- Companies mentioned: バートンジャパン合同会社、Burton、Burton Snowboards、DREAMY、パープルヘイズ、Masa Nayoga、エスペランサ、CLIFF WHT、A-BONY、ムラサキスポーツ横浜ミナトミライ店、ムラサキスポーツ白山店、THE ITAYA、The Impact、FLEA 熊谷店、ランプジャック、クレブスポーツ、SPRAY、DOT9、HEAVEN STORE、エイブル白馬五竜

Ahead of its 50th anniversary in 2027, Burton is bringing back 50 limited-edition sticker designs and running a campaign to distribute them to product purchasers, dealers and at events.

Facts:
- 50 limited-edition sticker designs
- Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2027
- 1,000 First Chair points
- 50th-anniversary commemorative stickers (assortment of 10)
- Limited to 10 sets per month
- 1 set of 5 sticker designs
- In a barn in Vermont, USA, in 1977

## Among the lightest in the domestic market※ at approximately 165g! New colors for the “Toffy Ultra-Light Stainless Steel Vacuum-Insulated Bottle”!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000001231.html
- anchor: #n3729171
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラドンナ

株式会社ラドンナ is adding 4 new colors to the “Toffy Ultra-Light Stainless Steel Vacuum-Insulated Bottle,” which weighs approximately 165g, among the lightest in the domestic market. The new colors go on sale November 10, 2026.

Facts:
- Approximately 165g
- 500mL capacity
- \2,500
- 4 new colors
- 7 colors in total

## 【Startup World Cup 2026 Grand Finale】The event is just around the corner! Here’s what to look forward to!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000044738.html
- anchor: #n3729170
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズ・ジャパン、ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズ、株式会社カウシェ、株式会社リィ、株式会社Piezo Sonic、PlaceFit.inc、m.k.、株式会社Aratadia、旧：株式会社moco Earth、アンドリーセン・ホロウィッツ、グレイロック・パートナーズ、コスラ・ベンチャーズ、テスラ、マイクロソフト、グーグルクラウド、Coreshell社、SpaceX、OpenAI、Anthropic、xAI、Twitter、X、Airbnb、SoFi、Coinbase、マネーフォワード、メタップス、エアトリ、モンスターラボ、AI CROSS、Mujin、SkyDrive、テラモーターズ、ユニファ、FiNC Technologies

ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズ will hold the Startup World Cup 2026 Grand Finale in San Francisco from November 4 to 6. Japan will be represented by 株式会社カウシェ, 株式会社リィ and 株式会社Piezo Sonic, 3 companies competing for a prize investment of approximately 150 million yen.

Facts:
- Wednesday, November 4 to Friday, November 6
- More than 200 countries and regions worldwide
- More than 30,000 companies enter every year
- Prize investment of approximately 150 million yen
- More than 5,000 spectators
- More than 1,000 participants
- 10 finalist companies
- 84 startups
- US$1 million prize investment
- Approximately 150 million yen
- More than 10,000 major companies in total
- Prize investment worth 150 million yen
- Approximately 10,000 spectators in total
- More than 40 major companies worldwide
- More than 300 venture companies worldwide
- Approximately 300 billion yen in assets under management

## 2026 Survey on Marriage Attitudes Among People Living Alone

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000016136.html
- anchor: #n3729169
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイブルホールディングス、エイブル、ひとりぐらし研究所

株式会社エイブルホールディングスが運営する「ひとりぐらし研究所」による「ひとり暮らしの結婚意識調査2026」の結果。未婚の20～49歳男女1,082名を対象に実施し、男性は「絶対結婚派」が増加傾向にある一方、女性は「良い人がいれば結婚したい」が最多。男女ともに「ひとりで過ごす時間」を結婚後の譲れない条件の1位とし、女性はいわゆる個室（2LDK以上）を重視する傾向が見られた。

Facts:
- Valid responses: 1,082 people
- I want to get married if I meet the right person (40.8%)
- Combined, they account for 72.3%
- Improving daily life through cooking, cleaning and other tasks (68.4%)
- Financial security (72.4%)
- 50.5% overall

## Pococha officially launches integration with OSHIAI, an AI app for supporting fans’ favorite creators

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000013971.html
- anchor: #n3729168
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディー・エヌ・エー、DeNA、OSHIAI株式会社

The integration between DeNA-operated live-streaming app Pococha and OSHIAI, an AI app for supporting fans’ favorite creators, officially launched on November 4, 2026. Organizers can create and publish official AI personas with streamers’ consent, strengthening connections with fans outside streaming hours.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- More than 7.75 million cumulative downloads
- January 2017
- End of June 2026
- March 1999
- Stock code: 2432

## 【MARK & LONA × ASICS】Popular “Tassel Striders” model updated with new materials. Monochrome design in black nubuck and white

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000024046.html
- anchor: #n3729167
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キューブ、MARK & LONA、ASICS、アシックス

A new model of the “Tassel Striders” golf shoes, a collaboration between 株式会社キューブ’s golf apparel brand MARK & LONA and ASICS, goes on sale November 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Price: 47,300 yen (tax included)
- Release date: Friday, November 6, 2026

## 【チーズガーデン】秋冬のくつろぎ時間に楽しむさつまいもとチーズの味わい『さつまいもチーズバウム（カット）』『チーズバウムアソート（プレーン＆さつまいも）』11/18（水）発売

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000040854.html
- anchor: #n3729166
- Companies mentioned: コロワイドグループ、チーズガーデン、株式会社庫や

コロワイドグループのチーズガーデン（株式会社庫や）が、秋冬限定の『さつまいもチーズバウム（カット）』と『チーズバウムアソート（プレーン＆さつまいも）』を2026年11月18日より発売する。

Facts:
- Nov. 18, 2026
- 1,300 yen
- 1,850 yen

## “Once you try this spaghetti, you can’t go back: Despair Spaghetti Campaign” launches November 3

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000248.000044322.html
- anchor: #n3729165
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピエトロ、洋麺屋ピエトロ、東宝㈱、TOHOスタジオ、ROBOT、白組

株式会社ピエトロ will run the “Despair Spaghetti Campaign,” a collaboration with the film “Godzilla-0.0,” from November 3, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Customers who enter with receipts for eligible products will be entered in a drawing to win merchandise and products, with 215 winners.

Facts:
- A total of 215 people will win
- Starting Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027
- (5 winners)
- (10 people)
- (100 people)
- Fukuoka City in 1980

## [Taking place in November 2026] Music Planet singer auditions have received over 450,000 applications to date | No experience required; personalized feedback from producers

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000252.000044989.html
- anchor: #n3729164
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アプラ、Music Planet、ミュージックプラネット、HONEYCOMB RECORDS、Music With、スクソン

Music Planet, operated by 株式会社アプラ, will hold singer auditions in November 2026. It has received over 450,000 applications to date and is open to people with no experience. Participants can receive personalized feedback from well-known producers and take part remotely.

Facts:
- Nov. 2026
- People aged 20–59

## [New seminar announcement] Registration is now open for 5 courses, including “Insurance solicitation practices following the abolition of the H system” and “Next-generation systems risk management at financial institutions” | セミナーインフォ

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000252.000145072.html
- anchor: #n3729163
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セミナーインフォ、紀希綜合法律事務所、ひふみ総合法律事務所、EYストラテジー・アンド・コンサルティング株式会社、株式会社大和総研、エー・アイ・キャピタル株式会社

株式会社セミナーインフォ has opened registration for 5 new online seminars for legal, risk management and investment professionals at financial institutions and companies.

Facts:
- All 5 topics
- 2026-12-23 (Wednesday)
- 2027-01-15 (Friday)
- 2027-01-20 (Wednesday)
- 2027-01-27 (Wednesday)
- 2027-02-03 (Wednesday)

## SUNCA signs recovery support partner agreement with 青山学院大学陸上競技部

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000016854.html
- anchor: #n3729162
- Companies mentioned: ｍｓｈ株式会社、SUNCA、青山学院大学陸上競技部

SUNCA, the self-care brand of ｍｓｈ株式会社, has signed a recovery support partner agreement with 青山学院大学陸上競技部. It will provide “Zero Bari bath salts” to support athletes’ condition management.

Facts:
- September 2026
- 8 types

## BYD Auto Japan to hold vehicle showcase caravan at コジマ stores nationwide starting November 7

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000043078.html
- anchor: #n3729161
- Companies mentioned: BYD Auto Japan、BYD JAPAN 株式会社、BYD Auto Japan株式会社、BAJ、コジマ、コジマ×ビックカメラ、BYD Company Ltd.、BYD Japan Group

BYD Auto Japan will hold a vehicle showcase caravan at 14 コジマ locations nationwide starting November 7, 2026. Vehicles on display will include the BYD RACCO mini EV, the BYD SEALION 6 PHEV and the new BYD ATTO 3 EX EV. Visitors can also consult about installing home charging equipment and V2H systems.

Facts:
- 14 コジマ stores nationwide
- Starting Saturday, November 7, 2026

## NEXA to hold online study session “An Introduction to the OECD for Private Companies” on November 19

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000080352.html
- anchor: #n3729160
- Companies mentioned: NEXA、OECD、株式会社スペースデータ、JICA、国連、ロンドン・スクール・オブ・エコノミクス、LSE、ミュンヘン工科大学、外務省、IEA

株式会社スペースデータ will hold the online study session “An Introduction to the OECD for Private Companies” on its NEXA platform on November 19, 2026.

Facts:
- Capital: 1.513 billion yen
- With over 15 years of experience in international development

## “Maybe my Christmas is right here.” ルクア大阪 to host an interactive event where visitors can discover a Christmas that feels like them

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000014414.html
- anchor: #n3729159
- Companies mentioned: JR西日本SC開発株式会社、ルクア大阪、ビームス、ユナイテッドアローズ

ルクア大阪, operated by JR西日本SC開発株式会社, will run a Christmas promotion from November 4 to December 25, 2026. The program will feature an interactive tree, an initiative offering gift-selection ideas and a prize drawing, giving visitors the opportunity to find ways to celebrate Christmas and choose gifts that feel right for them.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- Fri., Dec. 25
- 3 interactive activities

## Asahi Kasei signs its first-ever licensing agreement with a domestic inspection equipment manufacturer for millimeter-wave micro-metal inspection technology

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000079452.html
- anchor: #n3729158
- Companies mentioned: 旭化成株式会社、株式会社アヤハエンジニアリング、旭化成エレクトロニクス株式会社

Asahi Kasei has signed a licensing agreement for millimeter-wave technology to inspect for microscopic metal contaminants with 株式会社アヤハエンジニアリング. It plans to begin selling inspection equipment around January 2027.

Facts:
- January 2027
- Up to 800 m/min
- 60 GHz band
- 10 or more cases
- Over 10 billion yen

## [Flying Tiger] Make Christmas special in the kitchen and around the table! The “Xmas Kitchen & Dining” collection brings holiday cheer to everyday life

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000119592.html
- anchor: #n3729157
- Companies mentioned: Flying Tiger Copenhagen、Zebra Japan株式会社、楽天市場ストア

Flying Tiger Copenhagen, operated by Zebra Japan株式会社, launched its “Xmas Kitchen & Dining” campaign on October 16, 2026, and is selling a total of 100 Christmas-themed kitchen and dining products.

Facts:
- A lineup of 100 products
- 17 recommended items
- Lunch bags (pack of 20), ¥330 each
- Oven dish, ¥990
- Oven dish, ¥1,540
- Food container, ¥770
- Kitchen paper, ¥880
- Plate, ¥1,320
- Napkins (set of 2), ¥440
- Cookie canister, ¥1,980
- Plate, ¥1,100
- Opening a total of 67 stores

## “GEO Arekore Rental” begins renting new image-stabilized binoculars: adding a new product to meet demand from fans, with image stabilization bringing their favorite performers into sharp view

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000266.000141539.html
- anchor: #n3729156
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セカンドリテイリング、株式会社ゲオ、株式会社ビクセン

株式会社ゲオ has begun renting the new image-stabilized ATERA CO H14x30 binoculars through its online rental service, “GEO Arekore Rental,” in response to demand from fans.

Facts:
- Lightweight design at approximately 429 g, operable with one hand
- Approximately 30 hours of operation
- 3 nights and 4 days, ¥5,990 (tax included)

## New wagashi “和サイ―,” combining Japanese ingredients and acai, unveiled in detail! Limited-edition collaborative sweets showcase the craftsmanship of Kyoto confectioners 末富 and 亀屋良長. On sale for 3 days starting November 6 at 東本願寺前市民緑地 “Otosan Hiroba”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000276.000024416.html
- anchor: #n3729155
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フルッタフルッタ、末富、亀屋良長、東本願寺、ブラジルのトメアス総合農業協同組合、CAMTA

株式会社フルッタフルッタ will sell “和サイ―,” a new wagashi created in collaboration with Kyoto confectioners 末富 and 亀屋良長, for 3 days starting November 6 at the public green space in front of 東本願寺.

Facts:
- ¥1,000 (tax included) / 3 pieces
- 1,000 yen (tax included)
- 3 pieces
- 6 pieces
- Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- Sunday the 8th
- 11：00～21：00
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
- 13：30～
- Meiji 26 (1893)
- Kyowa 3 (1803)
- Over 220 years
- 2002

## 中国電力 adopts PKSHA AI speech recognition “PKSHA Speech Insight” for its customer center, supporting improved service quality and operational efficiency

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000022705.html
- anchor: #n3729154
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PKSHA Technology、PKSHA、中国電力株式会社、中国電力

株式会社PKSHA Technology has implemented the PKSHA Speech Insight AI speech recognition SaaS at 中国電力’s customer center. The implementation is expected to ease operators’ workloads and improve service quality through real-time transcription, automatic summarization and knowledge suggestions.

Facts:
- The following 3 functions
- In as little as 1 week

## AI learning material Qubena officially adopted in 京丹波町, Kyoto Prefecture, with approximately 200 students starting to use it at all 3 municipal junior high schools

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000024557.html
- anchor: #n3729153
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社COMPASS、小学館集英社プロダクション

株式会社COMPASS’s AI learning material Qubena was officially adopted at all 3 municipal junior high schools in 京丹波町, Kyoto Prefecture, with approximately 200 students starting to use it in September 2026.

Facts:
- All 3 municipal junior high schools
- Approximately 200 people began using it
- Use began in September 2026
- More than 220 municipalities nationwide
- Approximately 3,300 elementary and junior high schools
- Used by more than 1 million people

## Sleepwear brand 「ergoPouch」 to host Instagram LIVE on Thursday, Nov. 5, in conjunction with SIDS Awareness Month

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000102915.html
- anchor: #n3729152
- Companies mentioned: ウェスキー株式会社、weskiii、ergoPouch、エルゴポーチ、こども家庭庁、子どもの睡眠相談室クークールナ、Coucou Luna、GuuMin、株式会社バイタルネット、Rebrote、オーストラリア クイーンズランド大学

Sleepwear brand 「ergoPouch」, operated by ウェスキー株式会社, will host an Instagram LIVE on Nov. 5, 2026, in conjunction with SIDS Awareness Month in November, featuring Rie Kawaguchi, representative of 子どもの睡眠相談室クークールナ, as a guest.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
- 14:00から
- A total of 8 people
- 30 minutes, worth 5,000 yen
- More than 2,700 cases
- More than 20 engagements per year

## Neo Japan to exhibit at Messe Nagoya 2026, one of Japan's largest cross-industry trade shows, in Nagoya

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000056870.html
- anchor: #n3729151
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネオジャパン、メッセナゴヤ実行委員会、株式会社neoAI

株式会社ネオジャパン will exhibit at Messe Nagoya 2026, one of Japan's largest cross-industry trade shows, held at Port Messe Nagoya from Nov. 11 to 13, 2026.

Facts:
- More than 5.4 million users served
- Founded in 1992

## Nagoya University student Formula team backed by マウザー takes first overall in the EV class for the 4th consecutive year

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000136133.html
- anchor: #n3729150
- Companies mentioned: Mouser Electronics、マウザー・エレクトロニクス、マウザー、Mouser Electronics, Inc.

The Nagoya University Formula Team, backed by マウザー・エレクトロニクス, took first overall in the EV class at the 24th Student Formula Japan 2026, winning the class for the 4th consecutive year.

Facts:
- 24th Student Formula Japan 2026
- Broke the event record by 0.074 seconds
- Broke the event record by 0.208 seconds

## ADTANK、BtoB向け事業の「伝わらない魅力」を社会に届けるブランディング支援を開始

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000042827.html
- anchor: #n3729149
- Companies mentioned: ADTANK株式会社、ADTANK

ADTANK株式会社は、BtoB企業向けに専門性の可視化からブランド戦略立案、メディア・SNS発信、社内浸透まで支援する新サービス「デジブレ for ブランディング」の提供を開始した。

Facts:
- 55 years of reporting expertise
- 40 top players
- Price: from 200,000 yen

## キャスター begins accepting free consultations for 「CASTER Build & Run」, an FDE service for small and medium-sized businesses

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000012003.html
- anchor: #n3729148
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャスター、キャスター、AWS、Microsoft Azure

株式会社キャスター has begun accepting free consultations for 「CASTER Build & Run」, an FDE service for small and medium-sized businesses. Starting at 330,000 yen per month (tax included), the service supports AI and business system development and accepts consultations from the requirements-undecided stage.

Facts:
- 330,000 yen per month (tax included)
- More than 6,500 cumulatively
- Maintenance (monthly): from 33,000 yen (tax included)

## Conversational AI platform 「アイブリー」 integrates with 「RESZAIKO」, 一休's site controller for restaurants, to enable AI phone reservations

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000056805.html
- anchor: #n3729147
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IVRy、株式会社一休、帝国データバンク、Salesforce

Conversational AI platform 「アイブリー」, developed by 株式会社IVRy, and 「RESZAIKO」, 株式会社一休's site controller for restaurants, have integrated their systems, enabling automated phone reservations and improved operational efficiency.

Facts:
- Approximately 60% of restaurants
- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- More than 70,000 accounts cumulatively
- More than 100 million calls made and received cumulatively

## シナジーマーケティング signs partnership agreement with テラスカイ and begins sales collaboration for 「Synergy!LEAD」, a marketing application fully integrated with Salesforce

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000045892.html
- anchor: #n3729146
- Companies mentioned: シナジーマーケティング株式会社、テラスカイ、株式会社テラスカイ、シナジーマーケティング

シナジーマーケティング has signed a partnership agreement with テラスカイ and begun sales collaboration for 「Synergy!LEAD」, a marketing application fully integrated with Salesforce.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 2006
- Capital: 1.25212 billion yen
- Established: September 2000
- Drawing on more than 10 years of experience and expertise
- Drawing on expertise gained from leading the CRM market for more than 20 years

## A wedding planner's vision for jewelry. 𝐬𝐮𝐳𝐮𝐤𝐚 pearl jewelry. (K10 pink gold, sterling silver 925) JAM HOME MADE

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000011868.html
- anchor: #n3729145
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 JAM HOME MADE、JAM HOME MADE、CLASSY.

株式会社JAM HOME MADE will begin selling 「𝐬𝐮𝐳𝐮𝐤𝐚 pearl jewelry」, supervised by wedding planner Suzuka Kataoka, on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- 37,400 yen (tax included)
- 39,600 yen (tax included)
- 22,400 yen (tax included)
- Established in 1998
- Established: July 2003

## Aiming to achieve zero CO₂ emissions from business operations by 2027, the organization releases monthly results for members' reuse and recycling initiatives and food mileage campaign

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000315.000123722.html
- anchor: #n3729144
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人グリーンコープ共同体、グリーンコープ生活協同組合連合会、社会福祉法人グリーンコープ、労働協同組合

一般社団法人グリーンコープ共同体, an organization comprising 16 consumer cooperatives mainly in western Japan, aims to achieve net-zero CO₂ emissions from its business activities by fiscal 2027. It is pursuing 3 initiatives: members' use of reusable and recyclable containers, prioritizing domestically produced goods (the food mileage campaign), and accumulating contributions based on quantified results. It announced that its monthly results for August 2026 included reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 704 tons and raising approximately 37 million yen in contributions.

Facts:
- By fiscal 2027
- 16 consumer cooperatives
- Approximately 430,000 members
- Reduced CO₂ emissions by approximately 704 tons
- Approximately 50,000 cedar trees
- Total use of reusable containers: approximately 1,300,000 bottles and packs
- Total amount of recycled materials collected: approximately 264 tons
- CO₂ emissions reduced through use of domestically produced goods: approximately 593 tons
- Contributions based on emissions reductions: approximately 37 million yen in total
- Reduced CO₂ emissions by approximately 111 tons in August 2026
- Milk bottles: 444,987
- Reusable bottles: 220,868
- Egg molded-pulp cartons: 722,384 packs
- Total: 1,388,239 bottles/packs
- Trays: 5,597 kg
- Sorting bags: 4,715 kg
- Catalogs: 254,130 kg
- Total: 264,442 kg
- 37,928,674 yen in total

## 【VIGI's first model with a black housing!】Two network cameras and a junction box go on sale

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000317.000093240.html
- anchor: #n3729143
- Companies mentioned: ティーピーリンクジャパン株式会社、TP-Linkグループ、IDC

ティーピーリンクジャパン will release black-housing models of 2 turret-style network cameras and a junction box under its VIGI brand of surveillance solutions for businesses during November.

Facts:
- Expected retail price: 71,900 yen
- Expected retail price: 49,900 yen
- Expected retail price: 8,000 yen
- Sales are scheduled to begin sometime in November

## Selling out repeatedly! Japan’s first “coffee you don’t drink” from UCC, made using a unique process, YOINED, returns on November 9 with an even more refined taste

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000074056.html
- anchor: #n3729142
- Companies mentioned: UCC上島珈琲株式会社、UCC、TOBY’S ESTATE（トビーズエステート）

UCC Ueshima Coffee will launch YOINED, Japan’s first coffee designed to be eaten and made using a unique process, on November 9. The 2026 release features 2 varieties made with Geisha coffee from Nicaragua and Red Bourbon coffee from Brazil, offering a new take on “coffee × health and wellness.”

Facts:
- Launching on Monday, November 9
- Advance reservations open on Wednesday, November 4
- Although the amount was increased to more than 120% of the previous year’s level
- Both contain 40% coffee beans
- Uses a rare variety from a tree more than 100 years old
- With approximately 2,300 cups served, among other things
- Price: 3,240 yen (tax included)
- 1枚7.5g×6枚入り

## Back for a limited time in response to popular demand: “The best I’ve ever tasted,” one rave review says! Butter Sandwich [Caramelized Apple], an elegant adult dessert with a bittersweet taste and a delicate apple aroma, on sale from Tuesday, December 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000320.000014043.html
- anchor: #n3729141
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BAKE、PRESS BUTTER SAND、BAKE the ONLINE、BAKE the SHOP、楽天市場、Yahooショッピング、Amazon、auPayマーケット、LINEギフト、BAKE CHEESE TART、クロッカンシュー ザクザク、RINGO、しろいし洋菓子店、caica、トーキョー煎餅、TeaDrop.、A Bite Coffee

PRESS BUTTER SAND, a butter sandwich specialty shop operated by 株式会社BAKE, will bring back its popular flavor, Butter Sandwich [Caramelized Apple], for a limited time starting December 1, 2026. Priced at 1,512 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- 1,512 yen
- 5 pieces

## License-free, foldable WHILL short-distance mobility rentals launch on Ishigaki Island

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000011151.html
- anchor: #n3729140
- Companies mentioned: AZAPA株式会社、WHILL株式会社、WHILL社、WHILL Inc

AZAPA株式会社 and WHILL株式会社 announced that they will begin renting the license-free WHILL Model F short-distance mobility device on November 5, 2026, through Shimakaze Ride, a mobility rental service they operate on Ishigaki Island.

Facts:
- 1,489,152 people
- Nov. 5, 2026
- 1時間500円
- 5,000 yen for 2 days and 1 night
- Weight limit: 115 kg

## 日経トレンディ「2026年ヒット商品ベスト30」にて『ザ・ブレスコ』が総合26位にランクイン！世界で急成長中のマウスウォッシュが若年層を中心に支持拡大

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000328.000009939.html
- anchor: #n3729139
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グラフィコ、The Breath Co.、ザ・ブレスコ、Circana、日経トレンディ、Amazon、True Data、Church＆Dwight社

株式会社グラフィコが展開する「ザ・ブレスコ」が、日経トレンディの「2026年ヒット商品ベスト30」で総合26位にランクインした。同ブランドは世界50カ国以上で展開し、日本では若年層を中心に支持を拡大している。

Facts:
- 26th overall
- More than 50 countries worldwide
- More than 90,000 reviews
- Grew to 171%
- 64.7％
- 1,760 yen
- 308 yen
- Developed in 1993

## A workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of gender: ネクステージ appoints its first female factory manager, promoting a workplace environment where diverse talent can thrive

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000329.000010893.html
- anchor: #n3729138
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクステージ、ネクステージ

株式会社ネクステージ appointed its first female factory manager, Shiho Katsumata, in August 2026 and is stepping up efforts to promote the success of diverse talent regardless of gender and create a supportive workplace environment.

Facts:
- August 2026
- 1 person in 2016
- 11 people in 2021
- 46 people in 2026
- 0 people in 2016
- 4 people in 2021
- 38 people in 2026

## SIGNATE’s strategic planning AI, SIGNATE WorkAI, wins an Award of Excellence in the Human Capital Management Services category at the HR Technology Awards

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000038674.html
- anchor: #n3729137
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SIGNATE、SIGNATE

株式会社SIGNATE, which provides end-to-end support ranging from AI-powered strategy development and execution to talent development, has won the Award of Excellence in the Human Capital Management Services category at the HR Technology Awards for its in-house-developed strategic planning AI agent service, SIGNATE WorkAI.

Facts:
- The 11th HR Technology Awards
- Precisely quantified across 6 levels
- Work tasks on a scale of 30,000 people
- A case visualized over 2 months
- Extensive track record of implementation at approximately 100 companies
- 半年以上を要していた

## TV anime SPY×FAMILY teams up with IMURAYA MALAYSIA’s AZUKI BAR; limited-edition packages go on sale!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000332.000038645.html
- anchor: #n3729136
- Companies mentioned: 井村屋グループ、IMURAYA MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.、JAKIM

To mark the 5th anniversary of AZUKI BAR, sold by its Malaysian subsidiary IMURAYA MALAYSIA, 井村屋グループ will release limited-edition tie-in packages in Malaysia in collaboration with the TV anime SPY×FAMILY.

Facts:
- 2019
- 3 products
- September 2021
- 6 types in total
- Approximately 60%
- 70 ml each
- Nov. 11, 2026

## Akamai launches AI inference service and agent execution environment

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000336.000031697.html
- anchor: #n3729135
- Companies mentioned: Akamai、アカマイ・テクノロジーズ合同会社、OpenAI、NVIDIA、Google

Akamai announced Akamai Inference, a managed inference service that lets users access open-weight models through OpenAI-compatible APIs, and Akamai Agent Sandbox, an agent execution environment isolated with WebAssembly. The company is also moving ahead with deployments of NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs and B300s, while preparing support for the Vera Rubin platform in 2027.

Facts:
- Multiple-year contracts totaling more than $14 billion
- More than 4,350 edge locations
- 12 open-weight models with between 8 billion and 2.8 trillion parameters
- GPU 1基あたり288 GB
- A total of 2.3 TB of HBM3e memory across the entire node

## Event report: The hugely popular Usagyuuun! × PHOTOISM, a Korean photo-print brand, POP-UP STORE wraps up to great success! Limited-edition Halloween frames now on sale

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000337.000029274.html
- anchor: #n3729134
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Minto、PHOTOISM、Photoism PLAY 新大久保店、株式会社Photoism Japan、Gap Factory Store ユニバーサル・シティウォーク大阪店

The collaborative POP-UP STORE by 株式会社Minto and PHOTOISM has wrapped up, and the second release of limited-edition Halloween frames has been announced.

Facts:
- Monday, August 24, 2026
- Sunday, August 30
- Thursday, Oct. 15
- Approximately 30 regions worldwide
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Saturday, Nov. 14
- Sticker downloads across social media worldwide: 500 million
- Established: August 2011
- Company name changed to 株式会社Minto in January 2022
- Capital: 100 million yen

## Miho Sekimoto and Hisashi Shirahama of インフォバーン to speak at CONTENT MARKETING DAY 2026, opening Tuesday, November 10

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000339.000055369.html
- anchor: #n3729133
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インフォバーン、インフォバーン、株式会社物語コーポレーション、コンテンツマーケティング・アカデミー、Content Marketing Academy、株式会社日本SPセンター

Miho Sekimoto and Hisashi Shirahama of 株式会社インフォバーン will speak at CONTENT MARKETING DAY 2026, which opens on November 10. Sekimoto will provide an overview of content marketing, while Shirahama will discuss owned-media case studies with Misaki Tezuka of 株式会社物語コーポレーション.

Facts:
- Starting Tuesday, November 10, 2026
- We have spent more than 27 years exploring possibilities
- CONTENT MARKETING DAY 2026 marks its 10th anniversary this year

## All speakers for the KEYNOTE at “BOXIL EXPO Finance & Accounting 2026 Autumn” confirmed

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000343.000012765.html
- anchor: #n3729132
- Companies mentioned: スマートキャンプ株式会社、早稲田大学、アクセンチュア株式会社、株式会社マネーフォワード、オムロン(株）、カゴメ株式会社、太陽グラントソントン・アドバイザーズ株式会社、合同会社デロイト トーマツ、株式会社ビズヒント

スマートキャンプ株式会社は、2026年11月に開催される「BOXIL EXPO 財務・経理展 2026 秋」のKEYNOTE登壇者として、柳良平氏、中村隆太氏、松岡俊氏、日戸興史氏、佐伯健氏、山口和之氏、松本淳氏の7名が決定したと発表した。

Facts:
- 2026年11月11日（水）〜12日（木）
- Early application was implemented 2 years ahead of schedule, starting in December 2025
- In December 2023, 株式会社ビズヒント joined the group

## “iwasemi OC-β” and collaboration materials from “NOITA,” a co-creation project that turns small-diameter timber from Shinshu and Kiso into high-value-added plywood, installed at Aichi Prefecture’s “Obu City Health Promotion Support Facility (coconowa obu)”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000348.000044679.html
- anchor: #n3729131
- Companies mentioned: ピクシーダストテクノロジーズ株式会社、PxDT、株式会社ツミカサネ、Tree to Green、ソルトターミナル、竹中工務店、丹青社、コクヨ、滝澤ベニヤ

Collaboration materials featuring Pixie Dust Technologies’ sound-absorbing module “iwasemi OC-β” and “NOITA,” small-diameter timber reclaimed plywood manufactured by 株式会社ツミカサネ, have been installed at “coconowa obu” in Obu City, Aichi Prefecture.

Facts:
- Opening in November 2026
- Reduced from 0.79 seconds to 0.53 seconds
- Reduced by approximately 32.9%
- Reduced from 0.81 seconds to 0.51 seconds
- Reduced by approximately 37.0%
- Average reverberation time at 500-1000Hz
- Size: W140×H140×D34mm
- Company established in May 2017

## The serum hair oil from self-care brand “Sorule” has been renewed to help create soft, glossy hair! A limited-edition “Moonlight Wood” fragrance also arrives for the holidays

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000348.000084518.html
- anchor: #n3729130
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Rainmakers、Sorule、JO1、0th Hub Nihonbashi

“Softening Oil R,” the serum hair oil from self-care brand “Sorule,” will be relaunched on November 25, along with the limited-edition “Moonlight Wood” fragrance. A pop-up store featuring JO1 as ambassadors will also be held in Nihonbashi, Tokyo.

Facts:
- Nationwide rollout begins sequentially on Wednesday, November 25
- 80mL, ¥1,980 (tax included)
- A pop-up store will be held in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, from Saturday, November 21, to Wednesday, December 2

## [Taking place November 14–15!] Makuake to exhibit at “FIELDSTYLE EXPO 2026,” Japan’s largest festival of lifestyle and outdoor activities

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000349.000036381.html
- anchor: #n3729129
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マクアケ、Makuake、TITAN Noir、ツインバード、PETANCO

株式会社マクアケ will exhibit at “FIELDSTYLE EXPO 2026,” taking place at Aichi Sky Expo on November 14–15, 2026, with displays of products from “Makuake” projects and a free prize-draw event.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- 9:00〜17:00
- 1-day ticket: ¥1,800
- 2-day ticket: ¥2,800
- Same-day ticket: 1-day ticket, ¥2,300
- Approximately 100 financial institutions nationwide

## “Tochigi Subaru Match Day” to be held on Sunday, November 15: H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス vs スターズ神戸

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000349.000038561.html
- anchor: #n3728892
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社栃木日光アイスバックス、H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス、栃木スバル自動車株式会社、STARZ KOBE、スターズ神戸、SUBARU

H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス will hold its Asia League Ice Hockey game against スターズ神戸 on November 15, 2026, as “Tochigi Subaru Match Day.” The event will feature a vehicle display and an on-ice driving event by official partner 栃木スバル自動車株式会社.

Facts:
- November 15, 2026
- 14時00分
- 12時00分
- 12:30
- 11:50
- Tokorono 2854

## 日経BP「第7回ESGブランド調査」 トヨタが総合首位を獲得、全部門で1位に

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000359.000041279.html
- anchor: #n3728891
- Companies mentioned: 日経BP、トヨタ自動車、花王、良品計画、パナソニック ホールディングス、サントリーホールディングス、アサヒグループホールディングス、キユーピー、イオン、ダイキン工業、キリンホールディングス、カルビー、スターバックス コーヒー ジャパン、日経ESG経営フォーラム

トヨタ自動車 took the overall top spot in the results of the “7th ESG Brand Survey” announced by 日経BP, followed by 花王 and 良品計画. The survey was conducted from July 16 to August 3, 2026, and received responses from 19,800 people.

Facts:
- 7th
- 528 major companies
- 19,800 people
- 92.2
- July 16–August 3, 2026

## Winter illuminations bring warm light to Shiki no Kaori Rose Garden / Collaboration stamp rally featuring 3 illuminations, a first for Hikarigaoka

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000364.000028146.html
- anchor: #n3728890
- Companies mentioned: 第一園芸株式会社、株式会社西部緑化、フロンティアコンストラクション＆パートナーズ株式会社、第一園芸みどりのまち共同事業体、ホテルカデンツァ東京、武蔵野音楽大学、東京都、（公財）東京観光財団、日本ホテル協会、三井不動産グループ、三井不動産株式会社、三井物産グローバルロジスティクス勝島20号館

Garden illuminations will be held from December 2 to 25 at Nerima Ward’s Shiki no Kaori Rose Garden, managed by 第一園芸株式会社, Seibu Ryokka and others. Events will also include a digital stamp rally linking 3 facilities, a first for Hikarigaoka, as well as a Christmas market and concerts.

Facts:
- From Wednesday, December 2, through Friday, December 25
- Opening hours will be extended, with the lights on until 19:00
- Visit the illuminations at 3 spots
- Illumination hours: 17:00–22:00
- Illumination hours: 16:00–19:00
- Capacity: 100 people per session
- Registration opens: Wednesday, November 4
- Registration deadline: Friday, November 27
- Founded in 1898
- Established in 1951
- Capital: ¥480 million

## マーキュリー、「ドリーム正社員」プロジェクトを総括 386名の応募から18名が正社員として入社し、働きながら夢に挑戦

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000365.000098241.html
- anchor: #n3728889
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーキュリー、マーキュリー、みちょぱ吉村のマブマブTV、シアターマーキュリー新宿、日本テレビ、株式会社共同テレビジョン、トレンディエンジェル

株式会社マーキュリー reported on the results of its “Dream Full-Time Employee” project, launched in January 2026 in collaboration with the YouTube channel “みちょぱ吉村のマブマブTV.” Of the 386 applicants, 41 received job offers and 18 joined as full-time employees.

Facts:
- 386 applicants
- 18 joined as full-time employees
- 41 received job offers
- Employees: 5,873

## What will change with the launch of the Disaster Management Agency? Timetable announced for “Disaster Prevention Tech Startup Conference 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000016808.html
- anchor: #n3728888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Spectee、株式会社天地人、株式会社Liberaware、株式会社INSPIRATION PLUS、日本能率協会総合研究所

株式会社Spectee has finalized the timetable for “Disaster Prevention Tech Startup Conference 2026,” to be held online on November 13, 2026. With the launch of the Disaster Management Agency as its theme, the conference will feature 7 programs with speakers from the University of Tokyo, Tenchijin, Liberaware, INSPIRATION PLUS and others.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- Last year, more than 1,300 people registered
- Achieved an approximately 90% satisfaction rating
- Bringing you all 7 programs
- All 7 programs over 4 hours

## “dfplus io” selected to manage feeds for Google vehicle ads on a major used-car information site

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000372.000071307.html
- anchor: #n3728887
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フィードフォース、フィードフォース、Google、Criteo、Meta

株式会社フィードフォース’s data feed management tool “dfplus io” has been selected to manage feeds for Google vehicle ads on a major used-car information site.

Facts:
- Average: 125%
- 3-week free trial

## [Choose a morning, midday or evening beach cleanup!] Held on 11/14 at 3 Shonan beaches (Oiso, Chigasaki and Fujisawa). Join empty-handed for “just 1 hour” while enjoying an autumn outing. Learn about the waste found on each beach!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000049154.html
- anchor: #n3728886
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 リビエラ、特例認定NPO法人リビエラ未来創りプロジェクト、株式会社リビエラリゾート、一般社団法人ブルーカーボンベルト・リビエラ研究所、一般社団法人日本海洋アカデミー、株式会社ウィンフィールドジャパン、アサヒビール株式会社、旭化成ホームズ株式会社、茅ヶ崎FM、日本財団、環境省、神奈川県、三浦市、横須賀市、葉山町、逗子市、鎌倉市、藤沢市、茅ヶ崎市、平塚市、大磯町、二宮町、小田原市、真鶴町、湯河原町、豊島区、公益財団法人日本バレーボール協会、茅ヶ崎商工会議所、大磯町商工会、小田原箱根商工会議所、真鶴町商工会、湯河原町商工会、東京商工会議所豊島支部、一般社団法人小田原市観光協会

特例認定NPO法人リビエラ未来創りプロジェクトは、2026年11月14日に湘南3海岸（大磯・茅ヶ崎・藤沢）で「LOVE OCEANビーチクリーン」を開催する。参加費無料で手ぶら参加可能。

Facts:
- Nov. 14, 2026
- Now in its 7th year
- Approximately 110 km
- Participation is free
- A 1-hour cleanup activity
- 350 people

## サイバーセキュリティクラウド、「AWS re:Invent 2026」に4年連続で出展

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000377.000009107.html
- anchor: #n3728885
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サイバーセキュリティクラウド、Amazon Web Services, Inc.、AWS

株式会社サイバーセキュリティクラウド will exhibit as a sponsor for the 4th consecutive year at AWS re:Invent 2026, hosted by Amazon Web Services, Inc. The company will showcase solutions such as WafCharm and CloudFastener, which help improve the efficiency of security operations in AWS environments, and accelerate its global business expansion.

Facts:
- Exhibiting for 4 consecutive years
- More than 2,200 sessions are scheduled
- From more than 100 countries and regions
- Used by more than 6,000 users
- The overseas ratio is 10.6%

## 【Choose “hot pot” for this year’s year-end party!!】Winter banquet courses featuring Shoya’s proud chefs launch at 63 庄や locations

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000384.000011586.html
- anchor: #n3728884
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大庄、米川水産、アサヒスーパードライ

株式会社大庄 will begin offering winter banquet courses on November 1, 2026, at 63 locations of 庄や, a neighborhood tavern with chefs. The lineup includes 3 lavish courses featuring fresh sashimi sourced from the long-established Toyosu wholesaler 米川水産, seafood hot pot, monkfish hot pot, and Japanese Black beef sukiyaki hot pot. Prices range from 4,980 yen to 6,500 yen, including 2 hours of all-you-can-drink.

Facts:
- 63 庄や locations
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
- 4,980-yen course
- 5,500-yen course
- 6,500-yen course
- 2 hours of all-you-can-drink

## Public-private smart town “Smart Link Town Iwaki Chuodai” moves from town-opening concept to implementation in daily life as development gets fully underway

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000385.000099121.html
- anchor: #n3728883
- Companies mentioned: 積水化学工業株式会社、積水化学工業株式会社 住宅カンパニー、いわき市、いわき市土地開発公社、セキスイハイム東北株式会社、大和ハウス工業株式会社、住友林業株式会社、株式会社エコ・ビレッジ、東北ミサワホーム株式会社、積水ハウス株式会社、積水ハウス不動産株式会社、株式会社石井工務店、共力株式会社、一般財団法人住宅生産振興財団、日本工営都市空間株式会社、いわきニュータウンエリアマネジメント株式会社、株式会社Secual、東日本国際大学

A business group led by 積水化学工業株式会社 held an opening ceremony for Smart Link Town Iwaki Chuodai, under development in いわき市, Fukushima Prefecture, on October 24, 2026, and announced that residential land sales and home construction are now fully underway.

Facts:
- Oct. 24, 2026
- 1,566 people
- Approximately 19.4 ha
- All 299 lots

## Next-generation core system “NEWTON” global rollout completed

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000388.000012100.html
- anchor: #n3728882
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミスミグループ本社、ミスミ

株式会社ミスミグループ本社 announced that it completed the rollout in September 2026 of its next-generation core system, “NEWTON,” developed over approximately 6 years starting in 2020, across all 13 countries and regions worldwide.

Facts:
- Approximately 6 years
- September 2026
- All 13 countries and regions
- Reduced by 85%
- The number of responses was 2.5 times higher
- Development speed is 3 times faster
- 開発コストは3分の1

## TWOSTONE&Sons Group’s TWOSTONE AIvita to speak at online seminar “How to Build a Brand Trusted by Both AI and People” on November 11

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000399.000015060.html
- anchor: #n3728881
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TWOSTONE&Sons、株式会社TWOSTONE AIvita、株式会社インターファクトリー、株式会社マガシーク、楽天グループ株式会社、(株)NoRush、株式会社Digital Arrow Partners、株式会社Branding Engineer、enableX、AI推進室、Midworks、Midworks for AI、TechStars Agent、Expert Partners Marketing

株式会社TWOSTONE AIvita will speak at an online seminar hosted by 株式会社インターファクトリー on November 11, 2026, and give a talk on “How to Build a Brand Trusted by Both AI and People.”

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- 13:00～16:20
- All 8 parts
- Winning strategies for 2027
- Established: June 2003
- Founded in 2013 as 株式会社Branding Engineer
- Newly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers market on July 7, 2020...
- Securities code: 7352
- Company name changed to “株式会社TWOSTONE&Sons...” on June 1, 2023
- Offers 4 products

## araree launches “Aero Flex M,” a case for iPhone Duo that protects even the folding section with a retractable hinge

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000089263.html
- anchor: #n3728880
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロア・インターナショナル、araree

株式会社ロア・インターナショナル has begun taking preorders for “Aero Flex M,” a case for iPhone Duo from mobile accessories brand araree. Its features include a retractable hinge structure and MagSafe compatibility.

Facts:
- Price: 5,980 yen (tax included)
- Established: July 2006

## Launching a solution that detects signs of attacks early and supports proactive cyber defense for businesses

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000409.000053429.html
- anchor: #n3728879
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日立ソリューションズ、KELA株式会社、日立グループ

株式会社日立ソリューションズ will launch its Proactive Cyber Defense Solution on November 5, using KELA’s cyber threat intelligence platform, “KELA.”

Facts:
- Available from November 5
- In Japan, legislation concerning Active Cyber Defense (ACD) was established in May 2025

## ミガロホールディングス and its group companies completely revamp their recruitment websites

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000130175.html
- anchor: #n3728878
- Companies mentioned: ミガロホールディングス株式会社、プロパティエージェント、DXYZ、アヴァント、TIERO

ミガロホールディングス has completely revamped the recruitment websites of the company and 4 subsidiaries to strengthen group-wide recruitment and communicate the vision of each business.

Facts:
- Securities code: 5535
- 4 subsidiaries

## Special lectures by professors from 京都大学 and 大阪公立大学: Experience a day of university learning, entrance exams, and exam preparation ～2026年12月5日(土), a college-planning event will be held at 河合塾上本町校～

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000420.000030937.html
- anchor: #n3728877
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 河合塾、河合塾上本町校、河合塾マナビス、医系専門予備校メディカルラボ、京都大学、大阪公立大学

河合塾上本町校 will hold “Uehonmachi Open Campus 2026 Winter” on December 5, 2026, for students from the 3rd year of junior high school through the 1st and 2nd years of high school. The event will feature mock lectures by professors from 京都大学 and 大阪公立大学, as well as entrance exam analysis.

Facts:
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- More than 1,000 courses

## 【Grand reopening】エニタイムフィットネス鶴間店 (Yamato, Kanagawa) Wednesday, November 4, 2026 ＜A 24-hour fitness gym open year-round＞

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000423.000134689.html
- anchor: #n3728876
- Companies mentioned: エニタイムフィットネス、ANYTIME FITNESS、株式会社Fast Fitness Japan

エニタイムフィットネス reopened its Tsuruma location in Yamato, Kanagawa, on November 4, 2026. According to franchise headquarters 株式会社Fast Fitness Japan, the number of locations in Japan has surpassed 1,300 and membership has exceeded 1.2 million.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 30 countries and regions worldwide
- More than 6,000 stores
- 2010
- 1,300 stores nationwide
- 1.2 million members

## 【From Showa Nishikawa】New “muniQue” bead-and-urethane cushion launches! “Soft yet comfortably supportive” cushion that gives your body freedom

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000438.000031377.html
- anchor: #n3728875
- Companies mentioned: 昭和西川株式会社、西川ストア公式本店

昭和西川株式会社 will launch its new cushion, “muniQue,” made with a blend of beads and urethane, on November 20. The lineup includes 5 varieties, featuring reuse of discarded urethane material and resistance to flattening.

Facts:
- Rolling out from Friday, November 20
- 5 types in total
- 4,400 yen including tax
- 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 13,200 yen including tax
- 22,000 yen including tax
- 27,500 yen including tax

## 【武蔵野大学】Signs agreement with 株式会社安藤・間 on collaboration and cooperation in well-being research and demonstration testing

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000442.000067788.html
- anchor: #n3728874
- Companies mentioned: 武蔵野大学、株式会社安藤・間

武蔵野大学 and 株式会社安藤・間 have signed an agreement to collaborate and cooperate on well-being research and demonstration testing, aiming to promote sustainable regional development through surveys and research in the Yanbaru region of northern Okinawa.

Facts:
- 2024
- 2026
- More than 14,000 students

## The popular “70,000 Years of Art History” course from 絵画教室ルカノーズ is being turned into a book! Crowdfunding by author 三杉レンジ is launching to create 『つながる美術史』, an unprecedented art history book featuring an extensive collection of contemporary art.

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000029007.html
- anchor: #n3728873
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社西東社、絵画教室ルカノーズ

Crowdfunding by 株式会社西東社 is launching to turn the popular “70,000 Years of Art History” course by 三杉レンジ, representative of 絵画教室ルカノーズ, into a book, with the goal of raising funds for image-use fees for contemporary artworks.

Facts:
- Learn in just 7 hours
- Plans to feature more than 300 images of artworks
- More than 15 years of involvement in junior high and high school art education
- Just 1% of the global art market
- そこで、2006年、カフェで月1回の小さな絵画教室を始めました
- Now operating at 4 locations: Meguro, Ikebukuro, Tachikawa and Yokohama
- About 750 people attend our classes
- Aiming to feature 150–200 contemporary artworks alone
- A5 / 288 pages (planned)

## アパマンショップ「50音ダンス」第26弾、11月4日公開 函館の路面電車や港町の風景をダンスで紹介

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000459.000049635.html
- anchor: #n3728872
- Companies mentioned: APAMAN株式会社、アパマンショップ

APAMAN株式会社 released “Hakodate,” the 26th installment of its “50-Sound Dance Project” featuring its official characters, on Nov. 4, 2026. The video features Hakodate’s trams and port-town scenery.

Facts:
- 26th installment
- November 4, 2026
- Operating 4 stores

## 【YSL BEAUTY】The second installment of the 2026 Noel collection. A limited-edition gift set featuring favorites like the “Libre” fragrance and “YSL Love Shine” lipstick is here!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000463.000032072.html
- anchor: #n3728871
- Companies mentioned: 日本ロレアル株式会社、YSL BEAUTY、イヴ・サンローラン・ボーテ

As the second installment of YSL BEAUTY’s 2026 Noel collection, 日本ロレアル株式会社 will launch a limited-edition gift set featuring the “Libre” fragrance and “YSL Love Shine” lipstick, with an advance release starting Nov. 4 and a nationwide release starting Nov. 13.

Facts:
- ¥10,450 (tax included)
- 19,800 yen (tax included)
- 16,500 yen (tax included)
- 7,700 yen (tax included)
- ¥13,310 (tax included)
- ¥220 (tax included)
- 990 yen (tax included)
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

## 第一生命 adopts “テックタッチ” for Salesforce operations

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000468.000048939.html
- anchor: #n3728870
- Companies mentioned: テックタッチ株式会社、第一生命保険株式会社、第一生命、Salesforce、株式会社アイ・ティ・アール

テックタッチ株式会社’s AI-powered DAP, “テックタッチ,” has been implemented to support 第一生命保険’s use of Salesforce in customer success operations, cutting data-entry response time in half and reducing training costs.

Facts:
- October 2022
- Response time has been cut in half
- More than 16 million users (according to our research)
- As of the end of September 2026
- Established: March 1, 2018

## Save on sightseeing train trips and winter getaways to the Tokyo metropolitan area, Sendai and Niigata! Details of Black Friday Sale installments 2 and 3 revealed early

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000484.000082705.html
- anchor: #n3728869
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本びゅうツーリズム＆セールス、JR東日本

株式会社JR東日本びゅうツーリズム＆セールス has revealed details of installments 2 and 3 of its Black Friday Sale. Installment 2 offers discounts of up to ¥5,000 on sightseeing train trips, while installment 3 features special accommodation plans at about 80 properties in the Tokyo metropolitan area, Sendai and Niigata.

Facts:
- All 4 installments
- ¥3,000 per 1 person
- ¥5,000 off
- Travel price: ¥103,000
- Travel price: ¥70,800
- About 80 properties
- Up to ¥8,000 off
- Up to ¥6,000 off
- ¥4,000 off

## Parenting media outlet 『トモニテ』 to take part in family festival 『nobinobi 2026 supported by ニッポンハム』

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000485.000018729.html
- anchor: #n3728868
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エブリー、ニッポンハム、TSP太陽、ライブエグザム、テレビ神奈川

Parenting media outlet 『トモニテ』, operated by 株式会社エブリー, will take part in the family festival 『nobinobi 2026 supported by ニッポンハム』, to be held in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. It will operate a baby care room and offer family photo sessions, among other activities.

Facts:
- Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.), 2026
- About 1.8 million total social media followers
- Adults (high school students and older): from ¥7,820
- Established: September 1, 2015
- Securities code: 607A

## Limited-edition shades arrive in 『エクセル』’s serum UV primer and concealer! Strawberry milk and banana milk shades, made with a touch of milk, give skin a sweet, bright look

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000511.000000263.html
- anchor: #n3728867
- Companies mentioned: 常盤薬品工業株式会社、ノエビアグループ、エクセル、Amazon、サナ

Tokiwa Pharmaceutical will launch limited-edition shades of makeup brand 『エクセル』’s serum UV primer “Motivate Your Skin”—“MT03 (Strawberry Milk)”—and serum concealer “Ethereal Serum Concealer”—“ER06 (Banana Milk)”—on Dec. 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Dec. 15, 2026
- 40 g
- 1,800 yen
- ¥1,980
- 1,600 yen
- ¥1,760
- Dec. 1, 2026
- 80％
- 89%

## 【Post-event report】Yui Sakurai (FRUITS ZIPPER) appears at the “Francfranc Christmas Ambassador Appointment Ceremony & New Commercial Presentation”; shares memories of filming the commercial and her thoughts on Christmas!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000528.000021410.html
- anchor: #n3728866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Francfranc、FRUITS ZIPPER、株式会社アインファーマシーズ、ASOBISYSTEM、KAWAII LAB.、ユニバーサルミュージック

Francfranc appointed Yui Sakurai of FRUITS ZIPPER as its Christmas ambassador and held an event to present a new commercial. The event included the first screening of the commercial and tree decorating, and Sakurai received her appointment certificate.

Facts:
- About 4 m tall
- Active since 2022
- In February 2024
- Sept. 2025
- Starting Friday, October 16, 2026

## Exhibitor announcement: BtoB Growth EXPO for IT・情シス, Monday, Nov. 30 【Shinagawa The Grand Hall】

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000529.000052725.html
- anchor: #n3728865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハンモック、日清食品ホールディングス株式会社、アクセンチュア、ディー・エヌ・エー、メルカリ、株式会社Growth DX

株式会社ハンモック will exhibit at “BtoB Growth EXPO for IT・情シス” on Nov. 30, showcasing “AssetView Cloud ＋.”

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 30
- 15:00～19:40
- Capital: ¥83,863 thousand

## Cutting annual CO₂ emissions by about 211 tons at amusement facilities; nationwide rollout begins for bags made with 100% domestically produced biomass plastic

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000533.000159118.html
- anchor: #n3728864
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、三井化学株式会社、株式会社プライムポリマー、有限会社コジマ正直堂本舗、バンダイナムコグループ、Bandai Namco Experience Inc.

株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス will switch the plastic bags distributed at amusement facilities nationwide to 100% domestically produced biomass plastic starting in January 2027. By making the bags thinner, it aims to cut annual CO₂ emissions by about 211 tons.

Facts:
- January 2027
- About 211 tons
- 15% or more
- April 2025

## Namco-exclusive “Chibiguru-mi” arrive to coincide with December live shows! THE iDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS Chibiguru-mi ~PJ: REFRAC7IONS~ rollout begins sequentially on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026!

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000534.000159118.html
- anchor: #n3728863
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、バンダイナムコアミューズメント、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス will roll out a Namco-exclusive Chibiguru-mi series sequentially starting Nov. 13, 2026, to coincide with live events for “THE iDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS.”

Facts:
- A spectacular lineup of 28 characters when collected!
- Size: about 11 cm

## 3 Muses in ユナイテッドアローズ. Winter looks chosen to express who you are: “Own Your Winter” now live. Mayumi Sada, Aki Higashihara and Mai Tsujimoto showcase winter knitwear and coat styles

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000003197.html
- anchor: #n3728862
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TABAYAホールディングス、株式会社ユナイテッドアローズ、ユナイテッドアローズ、THE FLOWER SHOP、株式会社Mother

株式会社TABAYAホールディングスのグループ会社である株式会社ユナイテッドアローズは、佐田真由美、東原亜希、辻元舞の3人を起用した冬の特集コンテンツ「Own Your Winter」を2026年11月4日に公開した。

Facts:
- 3 muses
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- ¥30,910
- ¥59,950
- ¥33,990
- ¥71,940
- ¥79,970
- Founded in 1989

## United Arrows and 宮坂醸造 launch “真澄 enn,” a junmai ginjo sake connecting the “bonds” between drinks and food; special limited-edition sake available at 成城石井

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000536.000003197.html
- anchor: #n3728861
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TABAYAホールディングス、株式会社ユナイテッドアローズ、宮坂醸造株式会社、成城石井、UNITED ARROWS BOTTLE SHOP、TABAYA United Arrows

株式会社ユナイテッドアローズ and 宮坂醸造 jointly developed the junmai ginjo sake “真澄 enn,” which will go on sale in limited quantities at TABAYA United Arrows and 成城石井 from Nov. 7, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
- Founded in 1662
- 半年間熟成
- Alcohol content kept to 12 degrees
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Volume: 720ml

## Luup to hold safety workshop at 東邦ガスくらしのガス展

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000540.000043250.html
- anchor: #n3728860
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Luup、Luup、東邦ガス株式会社、東邦ガス

株式会社Luup will hold a safety workshop on electric kick scooters and electric-assist bicycles at 東邦ガスくらしのガス展, hosted by 東邦ガス on Nov. 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- Participation fee: Free
- Eligibility: ages 16 and older
- All 132 venues

## ドミノ・ピザご注文で、「TABASCO®スコーピオンソース」無料プレゼント 「スコーピオンソースお試しセット」11月9日（月）より数量限定で販売！

- Published: 2026-11-04T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000541.000029053.html
- anchor: #n3728859
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドミノ・ピザ ジャパン、ドミノ・ピザ、マキルヘニー社

株式会社ドミノ・ピザ ジャパン will sell the “Scorpion Sauce Trial Set” in limited quantities from Nov. 9 through Nov. 29, 2026. A bottle of “TABASCO® Scorpion Sauce” is included free with orders of eligible pizzas.

Facts:
- From Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
- Through Sunday, Nov. 29
- 3種のいずれか
- Receive 1 bottle free