“RAINBOW CLASSIC Christmas Concert 2026” to be held Dec. 25 at ヤマハホール in Ginza — Pianist Mayu Yukawa plans and performs, sharing the stage with professional musicians and children
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日化産業株式会社’s music division will hold “RAINBOW CLASSIC Christmas Concert 2026” at ヤマハホール in Ginza on Dec. 25, 2026. Pianist Mayu Yukawa will plan and perform in the concert, sharing the stage with professional musicians and children. The theme is “Nature, Life, and Light.” Sponsorships are also being solicited.
Japan PBSS to Hold 3rd Webinar, “Polyoxazolines for Delivery of Small Molecules and Nucleic Acids”
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一般社団法人Japan Pharmaceutical & BioScience Society (Japan PBSS) held its 3rd webinar on Oct. 24, 2026, featuring a lecture by Professor Alexander Kabanov of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on research into drug and nucleic acid delivery using polyoxazolines.
Facts
3rd
Oct. 24, 2026
8:00–9:00 (Japan time)
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人Japan Pharmaceutical & BioScience Society、Japan PBSS、米国ノースカロライナ大学チャペルヒル校、University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill、Center for Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery
Releases Latest Version of AI-Powered Video Surveillance System GV-VMS V20 with Facial Recognition for Mask Wearers
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株式会社GeoVision has released the latest version, 20.1.3, of its AI-powered, PC-based video management system, GV-VMS V20. The update adds facial recognition for mask wearers, along with new features and improvements such as a unified UI and enhanced surveillance efficiency.
Facts
Ranked among the top 40 security companies worldwide
Version 20.1.3
Connects up to 256 cameras
GeoVision IP devices can be connected free of charge, up to 64 cameras
レヴィ to Exhibit at the 70th Space Science and Technology Conference Hosted by the Japan Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences
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株式会社レヴィ will exhibit at the 70th Space Science and Technology Conference, taking place from Nov. 10 to 13, 2026. The company will offer attendees a chance to try “Structured AI Assistant,” an AI feature under development for its structured collaboration tool “Balus,” and introduce uses of MBSE and AI.
The “Hitsujigaoka Roasted Sweet Potato Festival” will be held at さっぽろ羊ヶ丘展望台 in November 2026 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Dr. Clark statue. Roasted sweet potatoes made with “Yuguri Imo” from 栗山町 will be distributed free of charge to the first 50 visitors and sold. The character “Jin-kun the Genghis Khan” will also appear on Nov. 13. A change to admission passport prices has also been announced.
“Is Care-Related Hair Removal Necessary?” Survey of 560 Men and Women and 209 People with Caregiving Experience: Approximately 60% of Those with Caregiving Experience Say Hair Removal for Care Recipients Is Unnecessary
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社鈴木ハーブ研究所, approximately 60% (59.3%) of respondents with caregiving experience said hair removal for care recipients was unnecessary, exceeding the 40.7% who said it was necessary. Awareness among men and women in the general population differed by gender, but views on whether it would be necessary in the future were almost evenly split.
オンセミ announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2026, reporting revenue of $1.722 billion, up 11% year over year. Amid growing demand for AI data centers, it announced an agreement related to the acquisition of フェリック and シナプティクス, as well as a technology collaboration with SUBARU.
Overcoming barriers to internal collaboration and impact measurement: “Retail Media Utilization Basics Course” offers ways to drive sales
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株式会社宣伝会議 offers the “Retail Media Utilization Basics Course,” where participants learn practical knowledge for turning retail media into sales results.
Facts
Price: 54,000 yen (excluding tax)
Schedule: Nov. 24, 2026 (Tue.), 10:00–15:00
株式会社宣伝会議 traces its roots to the monthly magazine Senden Kaigi, first published in 1954
and offers courses and training programs attended by approximately 100,000 people annually
ABEMA original drama “警視庁麻薬取締課 MOGURA −黒トクリュウ潜入捜査−” adds a stellar new cast, including Airu Kubozuka, Rei Seimiya and Hiroyuki Ikeuchi! Main visual, individual visuals and group photo unveiled
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ABEMA announced that all 6 episodes of its original drama “警視庁麻薬取締課 MOGURA −黒トクリュウ潜入捜査−” will be streamed for free at once starting Dec. 23, 2026. Airu Kubozuka, Rei Seimiya and Hiroyuki Ikeuchi join the cast, and the main and individual visuals have been released.
Facts
Starting at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23, 2026 (Wed.)
All 6 episodes available to stream for free at once
A sweet-and-savory rice sandwich with salted pork and sweet potato is here! Available for 6 days only from Nov. 4 at PACKN-TO Kujo store
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The salted-rice-ball specialty shop PACKN-TO will sell its “Salted Pork and Sweet Potato Sandwich” for a limited time at its Kujo store in Osaka from Nov. 4 to 9, 2026. It also plans to exhibit at the International Horticultural Expo in Yokohama in 2027.
Ｓｋｙ株式会社 to exhibit at the 7th マーケティングWeek -Osaka 2026- (commonly known as MaS Maz)
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Ｓｋｙ株式会社 will exhibit at the 7th マーケティングWeek -Osaka 2026-, held at INTEX Osaka from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing its sales business card management service SKYPCE and information leak prevention software SKYSEA Client View.
【Beauty and image consulting salon “enuet（エヌエット）”】 Launch of new app “wishList,” where users can create collages of and share items they aspire to own
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株式会社mellow launched its new app “wishList” on Nov. 4, 2026, drawing on its experience operating the beauty salon “enuet.” The app lets users create collages of and share items they aspire to own.
The goal is a “learning record”—online tutoring platform マナリンク launches new feature that uses AI to visualize students’ learning trends from lesson records
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株式会社NoSchool has launched “Student Trends,” a new feature on the online tutoring platform マナリンク that uses AI to visualize students’ learning trends based on multiple lesson records.
Facts
More than 7,000 hours of lesson records to date
Since June 2026, it has offered “visualizing lessons” using AI
Study examines link between oral health and labor productivity among workers; finds higher proportion of workers with periodontal disease have low productivity — Analysis of periodontal disease and labor productivity using large-scale survey data from 17,289 people nationwide
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A joint study by 第一三共ヘルスケア and 東北大学大学院医学系研究科 found that a higher proportion of workers with periodontal disease had low labor productivity than workers without the disease.
Facts
30.4% in the group with periodontal disease
22.2% in the group without periodontal disease
1.37 times higher among people with periodontal disease
【Amazon Smile Sale through Nov. 12】1st anniversary and consistently popular! “Rocket Balloon,” the one-touch, no-charging auto-catcher for iOS, at a special sale price | Turn spare moments at cafes or home into Pokémon GO time
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ONO貿易株式会社 is selling Brook Gaming’s iOS-only Pokémon GO-compatible auto-catch device, “Rocket Balloon,” at a special price during the Amazon Smile Sale running from Nov. 4 to 12, 2026.
Facts
2 AA batteries
Weight: 50 g
Size: 64 × 15 × 84 mm
Companies mentioned：ONO貿易株式会社、Brook Gaming、Niantic, Inc.
Beer isn’t just for drinking! ヤッホーブルーイング × トゥモローゲート take on a “brand experience that resonates through the five senses”
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ヤッホーブルーイング and トゥモローゲート will hold “Brand Design and How to Create What You Love,” a brand experience event engaging all five senses, in Shinsaibashi, Osaka, on Nov. 20, 2026. Against the backdrop of the unification of liquor tax rates, the event will feature branding strategies for attracting more fans, along with food pairings inspired by Osaka’s culinary culture.
Facts
October 2026
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Capacity: 70 people
Participation fee: 5,000 yen
Strategically supporting more than 400 companies nationwide
More than 750,000 total followers across the company’s accounts
Flood of praise for the pedals in real reviews! The practical ENNE ZERO designated small-motorized bicycle! Announcement of the appointment of Elio Vernati as the new designer
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株式会社ENNE announced that it is accepting reservations for the 3rd round of advance sales of its designated small-motorized bicycle, “ENNE ZERO,” and has appointed Elio Vernati as its new designer. Priced at ¥199,000 before tax, it features a 48V battery, dynamic braking and AI control, enabling an extended range through pedal propulsion and speed management at 20km/h.
MABUSHI合同会社 held an English-language job-hunting seminar for international students at the Ikebukuro Campus of 東京国際大学 on Sept. 11, 2026, attracting approximately 100 participants and recording a satisfaction rating of 87.1%.
日本料理「源氏」 at ヒルトン名古屋 will begin serving “The Tale of Genji,” Chapter 3, “Ukifune”—Matoya Oyster Kaiseki, a signature kaiseki meal featuring ingredients from the Tokai region’s 3 prefectures, on Nov. 30, 2026. The star ingredient is “Matoya oysters,” a branded oyster from Shima, Mie Prefecture. The price is ¥16,000, including tax and service charge.
【Shiseido Children’s Foundation】Scholarship program supporting children in social care marks its 20th anniversary
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公益財団法人資生堂子ども財団 announced that its scholarship program for children in social care is marking its 20th anniversary and that applications for new scholarships for fiscal 2027 are now open.
【Improve retention among new and young employees】Seminar to be held on 11/20! Overcome the “generation gap” with new and young employees and build an organization where people stay: a Reiwa-era approach to developing subordinates
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日本経営開発協会 and 関西経営管理協会 will hold an online seminar on Nov. 20, 2026, aimed at preventing young employees from leaving early. The speaker will be Kazuto Ito, and the participation fee is ¥10,000, including tax.
EXCEED REAL ESTATE LLC to grand-open “Dubai-Abu Dhabi Real Estate Ginza Showroom” on Nov. 19
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EXCEED REAL ESTATE LLC will grand-open the “Dubai-Abu Dhabi Real Estate Ginza Showroom” in Ginza, Chuo Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 19, 2026. The showroom will introduce projects including AMALI, BEYOND, DAMAC and ELLINGTON.
Facts
Nov. 19, 2026
8th floor, Ginza Koty Building
Companies mentioned：EXCEED REAL ESTATE LLC、ドバイ不動産株式会社
AIDAO joins the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry “J-Startup KANTO Supporters”
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株式会社AIDAO has been officially registered as a “J-Startup KANTO Supporter” by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry. It will support startups’ intellectual property strategies and business collaboration through external CIPO services and free patent application assistance.
Standard lead times for the all-in-one “YRW Series” energy storage system for self-consumption substantially shortened
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株式会社YAMABISHI announced that it has strengthened its production and supply capacity for the “YRW Series” all-in-one energy storage system for self-consumption, cutting standard lead times from approximately 6–8 months to as little as 1–3 months from January 2027 onward.
【Buttery Cafe】Limited-time sweets made with French cultured butter arrive, including a mille crêpe loaded with strawberries and an autumn-inspired sweet potato brûlée crêpe!
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Autumn-limited sweets made with French cultured butter, including a strawberry mille crêpe, a sweet potato brûlée crêpe and a roasted tea and sweet potato Basque cheesecake, are now available at “Buttery Cafe,” the limited-time café of pastry shop Buttery.
[Taking place on 12/3] Exhibiting at “DX & IT Fair Chubu 2026: DX Support from Local IT Companies,” hosted by UOS
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株式会社アイロバ will exhibit at “DX & IT Fair Chubu 2026,” hosted by UOS and taking place on December 3, 2026. The company will introduce its multifunctional web security service “BLUE Sphere” and offer visitors a free trial of “SecurityScorecard.”
Gigi selected for Reiwa ８ fiscal-year grant program promoting the “Companies That Grow Alongside Children” initiative
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Gigi株式会社 and Relic have been selected for こども家庭庁’s grant program promoting the “Companies That Grow Alongside Children” initiative. They will conduct a demonstration project that uses surplus frozen food to support families raising children and reduce food waste.
CINC’s cumulative number of engagements for AI search optimization (GEO/LLMO/AIO) consulting tops 70
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株式会社CINC announced that its “AI Search Optimization (GEO/LLMO/AIO) Consulting Service,” launched in June 2025, has surpassed 70 engagements cumulatively. Adoption is growing across a wide range of industries, including finance, real estate and IT, as well as major corporations. The company provides end-to-end support, from analyzing how clients’ brands are mentioned in generative AI responses to developing strategies and implementing initiatives.
Facts
Cumulative engagements surpass 70
Offered since June 2025
More than 10 years of SEO and web marketing support
Following its 2016 release
Founded: April 2014
Companies mentioned：株式会社CINC、TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、株式会社LIXIL、テックタッチ株式会社、株式会社南西楽園リゾート、クラシスホーム株式会社、株式会社リバスタ、株式会社ライフテックス、公益社団法人 京都市観光協会、株式会社CINC Capital
Relic, a business co-creation company, and Gigi selected jointly for the Reiwa ８ fiscal-year grant program promoting the “Companies That Grow Alongside Children” initiative
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株式会社Relic and Gigi株式会社 have been selected for こども家庭庁’s Reiwa 8 fiscal-year grant program promoting the “Companies That Grow Alongside Children” initiative. They will develop a model that uses surplus frozen food from food businesses to support families raising children and reduce food waste.
Shirokane-Takanawa French restaurant “Sillage” opens reservations for a “Christmas Special Course” combining seasonal flavors with fermentation and smoky aromas, and a New Year’s Eve-only “Year-End Special Omakase Course” expressing gratitude for the year
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Shirokane-Takanawa French restaurant “Sillage” has opened reservations for its Christmas Special Course and New Year’s Eve-only Year-End Special Omakase Course for December 2026.
Facts
¥16,500 (tax included; service charge extra)
¥ 19,800 (tax included; service charge extra)
11,000 yen (tax included; service charge extra)
5 days through Friday, December 25
Exclusively for New Year’s Eve, Thursday, December 31
Manabu Kaminaga × スターツ出版文庫 launches “Reader Editorial Team”! In the “New Work Project Created with Readers,” readers take part in everything from planning and editing to promotion
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スターツ出版 will launch a “Reader Editorial Team” on November 4, 2026, allowing readers to participate in planning, editing and promotion for a new novel by author Manabu Kaminaga. The work is scheduled for publication in 2027. The company will also launch a novel-writing course and a contest.
Facts
Launching Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Scheduled for publication by スターツ出版 in 2027
3 people will be selected from among the applicants
Cumulative sales of all works have surpassed 10 million copies
SNS bulk posting tool “MultiPost” gets a complete design refresh!
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株式会社ファインシード revamped the design of its SNS bulk posting tool “MultiPost” starting November 4, 2026. The update introduces a pop, approachable design and improves usability.
“Rogue with the Dead” holds its first-ever collaboration event with the anime “Delicious in Dungeon”! Laios, Marcille, Falin and Mithrun come to life in pixel animation
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株式会社room6 announced that its smartphone strategy idle RPG “Rogue with the Dead” will hold its first collaboration event with the anime “Delicious in Dungeon” starting November 6, 2026.
[ホテルプラザオーサカ] “JUSO CULTURE HACK 2026” to be held on November 29. Explore the streets of Juso by day, then enjoy a culture show featuring jazz, fashion and live painting at the hotel at night
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ホテルプラザオーサカ will participate as a supporting company and the venue for Part 2 of “JUSO CULTURE HACK 2026,” taking place on November 29, 2026, in the streets of Juso and at the hotel. The daytime program is a free walking tour of the neighborhood, while the evening culture show costs 13,000 yen.
Acquires shares in 株式会社ビジョンセンシング and makes it a subsidiary
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能美防災株式会社 announced that it will acquire shares in 株式会社ビジョンセンシング, which develops infrared cameras and image-processing technology, and make it a subsidiary.
Facts
Over the 18 years since its founding
Capital: ３３ million yen
Revenue: ９３１ million yen (fiscal year ended June ２０２６)
This Christmas, experiences and memories are the gifts to give: Trip.com to hold “Trip.com A Gift for You POP-UP” in Shibuya, where visitors can experience the joy of giving a trip to someone special
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Trip.com will hold “Trip.com A Gift for You POP-UP,” a limited-time event presenting travel experiences as gifts, at Shibuya Modi from November 10 to 15, 2026. A survey found strong interest in travel gifts, while also highlighting the challenges of arranging them. Trip.com will offer support through concierge consultations and an experience with its AI assistant, “TripGenie.”
Facts
6 days
Nov. 10, 2026
Nov. 15
Survey of 500 men and women
53％
57.2％
67.6％
77.2％
12.6％
46％
59.2％
5,000 yen or more
100 yen
20% OFF
800 yen airfare
1,000 yen hotel
Limited to the first 1,000 bookings
Approximately 60 or more locations worldwide
First 50 customers
50% off
30 countries and regions
More than 80 cities
World No. 3
The 6th time
3 winners
30000 Trip Coins
More than 40 varieties in total
18 facilities nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社Trip.com International Travel Japan、Trip.com、エバー航空、ハリー・ポッター スタジオツアー東京、チャイナエアライン、キャセイパシフィック、スターラックス、シンガポール航空、Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.、Skytrax社、スカイトラックス
ガイドワイア signs definitive agreement to acquire UK AI insurance technology company hyperexponential
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US property and casualty insurance software giant ガイドワイア has reached a definitive agreement to acquire UK AI insurance technology company hyperexponential in a deal valued at up to US$2.1 billion.
Applications close soon! Apply by Wednesday the 11th! Applications now open for the 2027 “5th Ookini Ambassador” program! おおきに商店 supports your ambitions!
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株式会社おおきに商店 is accepting applications through November 11, 2026, for its 2027 “5th Ookini Ambassador” program. The project selects individuals and groups from a range of fields, including sports, art and streaming, and supports around 50 groups at most through entry fee assistance and activity funding.
Live in the same space as your favorite character—55cm robot doll “轟雷” opens for preorders on November 4
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株式会社HatsuMuv will begin accepting preorders on November 4, 2026, for “CutieroidDoll Frame Arms Girl 轟雷,” a robot doll approximately 55cm tall based on the Frame Arms Girl character 轟雷. The price is 297,000 yen including tax, and the planned release date is August 30, 2027.
Tobu Railway to hold rail-area mystery-solving game “Tobu Railway Mystery Trip Notebook: Secret Downtown Edition”!
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With the cooperation of RIDDLER, Tobu Railway will hold the rail-area mystery-solving game “Tobu Railway Mystery Trip Notebook: Secret Downtown Edition” from November 18, 2026, to June 30, 2027, in areas along the Tobu lines. The experience kit costs 2,500 yen.
Performance-based social media promotion platform “BUZZ YELL” officially launches
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株式会社IMK Lincia officially launched “BUZZ YELL,” a social media promotion platform that enables performance-based influencer marketing, on November 4, 2026.
Facts
Officially launched on Wednesday, November 4, 2026
The creator network includes more than 13,000 groups
Total followers: 200 million
From 86 billion yen in 2024
Forecast to grow to 164.5 billion yen by 2029
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Views are measured for up to 30 days after posting
Approximately 4.23 million views in total
110% year-on-year
Approximately 740,000 views in total
Approximately 7.5 times the amount invested
Approximately 3.68 million views in total
Participating creators have a combined total of 11.06 million followers
25% improvement compared with advertising-driven results
Support for civil society—a society that respects fundamental human rights based on democracy—gets underway in earnest through the Watanabe Toshizo Civil Society Fund, the largest individual fund
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公益財団法人パブリックリソース財団 has opened the first call for applications for the Watanabe Toshizo Civil Society Fund, established through a $7 million donation (approximately 1.1 billion yen) from Toshizo Watanabe. The fund is the largest individual fund of its kind in Japan and supports nonprofit organizations seeking social change.
Facts
$7 million
Approximately 1.1 billion yen
Up to 7 million yen per year
Continues for up to 3 years
Planned number of selected organizations: 3
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
Monday, January 4, 2027
196,723 cases to date
Donations totaling more than approximately 5.7 billion yen
Students’ ideas take over a restaurant for 1 day. Food-focused social issues pitch contest “CHALLENGE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE vol.1” to be held; selected teams will conduct social experiments at KIGI in Tameike-Sanno
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株式会社Relection Design will hold “CHALLENGE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE vol.1,” a pitch contest focused on solving social issues related to food for students in Tokyo, with the selected teams conducting social experiments at KIGI.
Facts
Approximately 4.61 million tons are generated annually in fiscal 2024
2.37 million tons from businesses
2.24 million tons from households
Original国民1人当たり年間約37kg
The food service industry generates approximately 700,000 tons annually
Gunma Prefecture holds dog-friendly monitor tours at Mount Tanigawa and Mount Akagi; 7 groups, including influencers, enjoy lake SUP and etiquette lessons with their dogs
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Gunma Prefecture held the dog-friendly monitor tour “Wan Tabi Gunma,” with a total of 7 influencer groups trying activities including SUP and etiquette classes on 2 courses at Mount Tanigawa and Mount Akagi. OVER株式会社 (representatives Toshihiro Nakajima and Shota Nakai) planned and operated the tour.
Facts
A total of 7 groups participated
Temperatures will be around 8–10°C lower
Opening on September 19, 2026
Companies mentioned：OVER株式会社、星野リゾート、DOG WORKS ZERO、Rita's Ranch 南軽井沢、アイリーオンSUP、スノーピーク ランドステーション赤城、ペッツオーライ株式会社
株式会社グリーンベル has overhauled its used truck sales site, ゲットラック, adding an appropriate-cost simulation feature and transport accounting functions. The additions visualize transportation costs by lease term and break-even points, supporting compliance with the two truck optimization laws taking effect in April 2026 and helping companies manage profitability.
Facts
More than 400 vehicles available for immediate delivery are listed
Has risen by approximately 1.5–1.7 times
With 10-year depreciation
Can vehicle costs be kept to around 15% of freight revenue?
“álem” introduces a multi-fragrance oil in 6 refined scents, offering perfume-like fragrance and moisture to care for yourself
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株式会社エフォーラ’s fragrance and self-care brand “álem” will launch a multi-fragrance oil that provides perfume-like fragrance and moisture for presale on November 4.
Miro releases survey on collaboration in organizations
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Miro released findings from a survey of more than 9,500 people across 12 countries, including Japan. While AI adoption has improved individual productivity and speed, a lack of coordination and siloing across organizations have prevented improvements in the quality of work and decision-making. Cognitive burdens from “AI slop” are also increasing, and companies are being urged to move to integrated “AI work hubs.”
Latest details unveiled for “BALLPARK Xmas YOKOHAMA KANNAI 2026”!
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The organizing committee for “BALLPARK Xmas YOKOHAMA KANNAI 2026” has released the latest details about the event, which will be held at Yokohama Park from November 20 to December 25, 2026. With cooperation from 横浜DeNAベイスターズ, plans include collaborations with Paw Patrol, Bungo Stray Dogs and Moomin, as well as LEGO® blocks and a donation site for ニッポン放送’s “Radio Charity Musicthon.”
Facts
2026
Friday, Nov. 20
Friday, Dec. 25
36 days
In its 2nd year
Price: 900 yen
Limited to 500 pieces in each color
Price: 2,000 yen
Since 1975
A history spanning more than 110 years
Companies mentioned：株式会社片岡産業、BALLPARK Xmas YOKOHAMA KANNAI 2026 実行委員会、横浜DeNAベイスターズ、BASEGATE横浜関内、OMO7横浜 by 星野リゾート、ワンダリア横浜 Supported by Umios、THE LIVE Supported by 大和地所、Spin Master Ltd.、KADOKAWA、朝霧カフカ、春河35、有隣堂、f_style、ドイツ・ファシー社、ニッポン放送、LEGO Group
A survey of 1,838 small and midsize companies in Fukuoka found that more than 40% do not link to LINE, social media or email newsletters on their homepage. AliveCast begins trial operation of “Public Relations AI Staff”
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株式会社AliveCast released findings from a survey of 1,838 small and midsize companies in Fukuoka, revealing that more than 40% do not provide links to LINE, social media or email newsletters on their homepage. In response, the company has begun trial operation of “Public Relations AI Staff” and is accepting advance reservations ahead of its official release in April 2027.
Facts
No links to LINE, social media or email newsletters anywhere on the homepage: 43%
Lite: 55,000 yen per month
The official release is planned for April 2027, after incorporating the results of the trial
JICA trainees from 13 countries visit high-performance ZEH subdivision homes by Seizu in 葛飾区 and learn about public-private collaboration with the ward
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JICA trainees from 13 countries visited セイズ株式会社 to view high-performance ZEH subdivision homes and the “Katsu Ene” initiative, a public-private collaboration with 葛飾区.
Facts
13 countries worldwide
Original14名の独立行政法人国際協力機構（JICA）研修員
UA value of 0.35 (2025 average)
The “G2” building envelope standard for homes advocated by HEAT20
【ゴトウフローリスト】 Nara Yuki × ポルトローナ・フラウ’s new “Shiwa” vase to make its Japan debut with floral styling
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ゴトウフローリスト provided floral styling for the exhibition space in Aoyama, Tokyo, for the Japan debut of “Shiwa,” a new flower vase created in collaboration by ポルトローナ・フラウ and ceramic artist Nara Yuki.
I-Resilience begins offering weather and disaster-prevention data through ArcGIS
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I-Resilience has signed a reseller agreement with ESRI Japan and begun offering weather and disaster-prevention data to local governments and businesses through ArcGIS.
【発売2ヶ月で楽天3冠獲得！】 森永製菓 supplement “Ongy40up,” containing the ingredient “piceatannol” researched by Morinaga for about 20 years
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株式会社Boldies announced that its functional food supplement “Ongy40up,” containing “piceatannol,” an ingredient 森永製菓 has researched for about 20 years, ranked No. 1 in 3 categories on Rakuten Ichiba within 2 months of its launch.
マイティアルミファイ × ROIROM collaboration “X giveaway campaign” launches! Outdoor ads also go up in Shibuya and Umeda
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Senju Pharmaceutical is running the “マイティアルミファイ×ROIROM Campaign” in collaboration with idol duo ROIROM to mark “Good Eye Day” on Nov. 13. Outdoor ads will also be displayed in Shibuya and Umeda.
Facts
500 winners
マイティアルミファイ eye drop bottles (common size for 2.5mL / 5mL)
Enjoy the ultimate winter totonoi in snow-viewing baths and saunas using natural underground water! A soothing early-winter trip to Toyama
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An article proposing winter travel in Toyama Prefecture. It introduces the taste of Himi Kan-buri, snow-viewing baths overlooking the Tateyama Range and Kurobe Gorge, saunas using natural underground water, sauna facilities in Tateyama Town, an inn plan in Himi, and an exhibition on Finnish sauna culture at 富山市ガラス美術館.
Special menus for enjoying Omi beef and Japanese Black wagyu at great prices, plus all-you-can-eat-and-drink plans recommended for year-end parties
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しゃぶ禅株式会社 is offering special year-end promotions and limited-time menus at its locations, including the Roppongi branch, from Nov. 1. Offerings include all-you-can-eat-and-drink plans featuring Omi beef and Japanese Black wagyu, as well as courses for year-end parties, at special prices.
The eagerly awaited season is here! The latest updates, from “Himi Kan-buri” to spectacular snowy scenery and more!
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An introduction to winter attractions in 富山県, including the start of the Himi Kan-buri season, snowy scenery at Amaharashi Coast and on the Shogawa Gorge sightseeing boat, illuminations at Kansui Park, and lit windows in Gokayama.
静岡県沼津市 has been confirmed as a participant in the “Furusato Nozei - Future Creation AWARD 2026,” to be held on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
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一般社団法人ふるさと未来創造コンソーシアム announced that 静岡県沼津市 has entered the “Regional Future Development Award” at the “Furusato Nozei - Future Creation AWARD 2026,” to be held on Nov. 19, 2026. Numazu City has supported more than 200 community-led activities through “Machikatsu,” a program supporting citizen-led community development.
A soothing early-winter trip to Toyama. The latest updates, from “Himi Kan-buri” to the “Kurobe-Unazuki Canyon Route” and more!
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Winter tourism information for Toyama Prefecture, including the start of the season for the branded fish “Himi Kan-buri,” the history and construction stories of the Kurobe-Unazuki Canyon Route, and the “Sushi Ekiben Summit” event to be held in Toyama on Nov. 28.
A hugely popular matchmaking event that regularly trends is coming to Seibu-en and Fuji-Q! 4,000 people will gather at night-time amusement parks looking for love!
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The “Nighttime Amusement Park Private Party Mega Matchmaking Event,” hosted by 株式会社バームクーヘン, is set to take place at 西武園ゆうえんち and 富士急ハイランド. The popular event draws 4,000 people, and its record at Toyama Prefecture’s ミラージュランド has drawn attention to its potential contribution to efforts to address population decline.
Facts
Held at more than 20 amusement parks nationwide
We have held the Nighttime Amusement Park Private Party Mega Matchmaking Event for 10 years
The total fertility rate is 1.31
Annual births totaled 5,125
An increase of 47 from the previous year
The number of marriages also totaled 3,336 couples
Afternoon Pass at a steep discount (6,000 yen → 4,300 yen)
【Fuji Oil】 “YUZU×RAMEN,” born at the Expo, goes on sale
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Fuji Oil Co., Ltd. has developed “YUZU×RAMEN,” a plant-based ramen that makes full use of seed-grown yuzu, in collaboration with 株式会社七十二候. It is scheduled to go on sale in limited quantities from Nov. 10, 2026.
[New service] Turn hometown tax donors into fans! Launch of “OTSUKURIYA (Flyers),” a flyer production service for return-gift providers
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株式会社HAQTSUYA launched “OTSUKURIYA (Flyers),” a new service that handles everything from flyer production to printing and delivery for hometown tax return-gift providers, starting Nov. 4.
Wage changes upon changing jobs, July-September 2026
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株式会社インディードリクルートパートナーズ reported on wage changes upon changing jobs in July-September 2026, revealing that the share of people who changed jobs and saw their wages rise by at least 10% compared with their previous job reached 45.6%, a record high.
大成株式会社 to install “T-Bubble” at 6 office buildings, hotels and apartments owned and operated by 株式会社ワキタ — first installation nationwide at a hotel and apartment building with fine bubbles throughout
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大成株式会社 announced that it will install the ultra-fine bubble system “T-Bubble” at a total of 6 properties—office buildings, hotels and apartments—owned and operated by 株式会社ワキタ. This will be the first such installation in Japan at a hotel and apartment building with fine bubbles throughout.
Facts
6 properties in total
Guest rooms: 81
Guest rooms: 101
Residential units: 83 family-type units
Residential units: 108 family-type units
Residential units: 49 studio-type units
Number of bubbles: approximately 50 million
Bubble diameter: mode diameter approximately 0.112 μm
AIO analysis tool “AI Hack” surpasses 100 user accounts and 1,000 cumulative analysis services
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株式会社AI Hack announced that the number of user accounts for its AIO analysis tool “AI Hack” has surpassed 100 and that the total number of analysis services has reached 1,000. The company announced its “Ground Truth Platform” concept on Oct. 15, 2026, and plans to accelerate the development of a platform that provides end-to-end support, from measurement to information provision.
A special offer for Ibaraki residents, in appreciation of the people of Ibaraki Prefecture!
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群馬サファリ・ワールド株式会社 will hold its “Ibaraki Residents’ Discount” for Ibaraki Prefecture residents from Nov. 7 through 15, 2026. The offer includes discounted admission and bus package plans, and expresses appreciation for the easier travel between the prefectures made possible by the opening of the North Kanto Expressway.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
1,000 yen off for adults
Adults: 2,200 yen, including a 1,000 yen discount
Children in elementary school and younger: 1,600 yen → “free”
Adults (junior high school students and older): 3,200 yen
▶ Ibaraki Residents’ Discount + Feed Bus: Adults 4,000 yen
Children: 1,800 yen (bus fare only)
▶ Ibaraki Residents’ Discount + Safari Bus: Adults 3,400 yen
Children: 1,200 yen (bus fare only)
Approximately 100 species and 1,000 animals and birds
JAXA-origin startup WHERE partners with Space Shift to use satellite data and AI to identify unused land, including idle farmland, as potential sites for new businesses; service for businesses launches
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JAXA-origin startup 株式会社WHERE has launched a service in partnership with 株式会社スペースシフト that uses satellite data and AI to identify unused land, including idle farmland, and provides businesses with end-to-end support, from site searches to contacting landowners.
Facts
Original両社は2025年12月に業務提携に関する基本合意書（MOU）を締結しており
Original両社は約半年間、太陽光発電所や系統用蓄電所の開発など
Founder Akutsu has started and managed 8 real estate-related companies to date.
Company established: Feb. 22, 2022
株式会社WHERE will participate for 2 days, Nov. 5 (Thursday) and 6 (Friday), 2026
A new commercial building to open next spring in Kawaramachi Sanjo, Kyoto — “Yakiniku no Meimon Tendan” to open a new Kawaramachi location, and “Korean Restaurant 한잔 (Hanjan)” to relocate from Kiyamachi
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株式会社晃商ホールディングス plans to build a new commercial building in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, with a new location of “Yakiniku no Meimon Tendan” and the relocated “Korean Restaurant 한잔 (Hanjan)” scheduled to open around spring 2027.
[Exhibitor Information] Exhibiting the in-house-developed AI chat tool “CAP” and cloud-based production management system “UM SaaS Cloud” at “Business Match Tohoku 2026”
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株式会社GSI will exhibit at the 21st Business Match Tohoku 2026, to be held at Yume Messe Miyagi on November 12, 2026, showcasing its in-house-developed AI chat tool “CAP” and “UM SaaS Cloud,” a cloud-based production management system provided by 株式会社シナプスイノベーション.
[4th Back Office DXPO Fukuoka '26] In-house-developed AI chat tool “CAP” and cloud-based production management system “UM SaaS Cloud” draw a strong response! A sure boost for DX in the Kyushu region!
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株式会社GSI exhibited at the 4th Back Office DXPO Fukuoka '26, held at Marine Messe Fukuoka on October 20–21, 2026, showcasing its in-house-developed AI chat tool “CAP” and cloud-based production management system “UM SaaS Cloud.”
株式会社ネオマーケティング and 株式会社PA Communication held a joint webinar on October 30, 2026, explaining how brands can become the “first brand that comes to mind” in the AI era and discussing communication strategies.
Cloudera releases latest report, “The State of Enterprise AI 2026”: The hidden cost trap in scaling AI, with 89% of companies forced to redesign use cases
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Cloudera released “The State of Enterprise AI 2026,” a report based on a Wakefield Research survey of 1,500 IT leaders. It shows that rising costs and governance requirements are forcing 89% of companies to redesign their AI use cases.
Facts
A survey of 1,500 IT leaders and decision-makers worldwide
84% said requirements related to data storage location, data sovereignty, and country- or region-specific regulations affect where AI workloads are deployed
98% of respondents said they had scaled back or reconsidered AI adoption and deployment because of failures, hallucinations (generation of false information), or unexpected behavior
75% cited governance and compliance as constraints on scaling AI
55% said costs associated with governance and compliance are rising faster than expected
45% were found to have moved AI workloads to another environment in response to rising costs and greater volatility
58% said workload migration requires moderate or extensive redesign
49% of respondents said they would strengthen governance from the early stages
46% said they would invest in data quality earlier
Resilience (42%)
Requirements related to data sovereignty and data storage location (38%)
Companies mentioned：Cloudera株式会社、Cloudera、Wakefield Research、Cloudera Inc.
Keirin racer Yuji Matsuura and auto racer Tatsuya Ariyoshi connect with fans at the 5th JKA × Odds Park collaboration event in Hiroshima
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JKA and Odds Park held the 5th collaboration event in Hiroshima on November 3, 2026, where racers Yuji Matsuura and Tatsuya Ariyoshi connected with fans.
黒湯天然温泉みうら湯 joins the second “18TRIP × Yokohama City” collaboration campaign
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黒湯天然温泉みうら湯, operated by 京急開発株式会社, will participate as a Minami Ward destination in the digital stamp rally for the second “18TRIP × Yokohama City” collaboration campaign, running from November 10 to December 24, 2026.
Discover the city’s many attractions with photos, videos, and AI! Launch of “Location Log,” a platform for community collaboration
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表示灯株式会社 has launched “Location Log,” a digital tourism promotion platform for community collaboration that uses photos, videos, and AI. Municipalities, DMOs, and other partners can compile scattered information into “information assets” and support tourist itineraries through attraction maps and AI-generated articles. “Location Log Tokyo” is now available as a model for the Greater Tokyo area.
[Free seminar on December 8] Can you explain your AI use during an inspection? — From “excluding generative AI” to “risk-based”? The latest discussions on the nearly finalized EU GMP Annex 22 and key points for inspection-ready AI use
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株式会社Berry will hold a free online seminar on December 8, 2026, explaining the latest discussions on EU GMP Annex 22 and risk-based AI use.
Facts
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 14:00–15:30
Original2026年第4四半期に欧州委員会へ提出される計画
Draft of EU GMP Annex 22 (AI), published in July 2025
Multistakeholder workshop held by EMA (European Medicines Agency) on June 30–July 1, 2026
Implemented at more than 320 medical institutions nationwide (as of October 2026)
Cuts document preparation workload by 150 hours and expands customer meeting time by a perceived factor of 4. テラスカイ implements AI requirements definition tool “Acsim.”
Sponsoring “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in Winter,” to be held on Friday, November 27
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株式会社ベルテクス・パートナーズ is sponsoring the online conference “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in Winter,” hosted by Spready株式会社, as a Bronze sponsor. It will exhibit an online booth and introduce its new business support services.
Harima Bisteme adopts Lightblue AI agent service companywide — Promoting DX by standardizing on-site expertise
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株式会社Lightblue announced that 株式会社ハリマビステム has adopted its generative AI service “Lightblue” companywide to address challenges in the building maintenance industry, including reliance on individual employees and labor shortages.
スペースシフト and WHERE launch full-scale collaboration using “Site Selection AI”
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株式会社スペースシフト and 株式会社WHERE will launch a full-scale collaboration on land searches using “Site Selection AI,” following approximately half a year of trials, primarily in the renewable energy sector.
Facts
Over approximately half a year
8 real estate companies
Established: February 22, 2022
Established: December 2009
Service will begin approximately 2–3 weeks after the consultation
Sports Biz signs an IP athlete management agreement with Oi Tonbo, the protagonist of the manga “Oi! Tonbo”
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株式会社スポーツビズ has signed an outsourced IP athlete management agreement with Oi Tonbo, the protagonist of the manga “Oi! Tonbo.” The 4-party agreement with Golf Digest Co. and the original creators treats the character as an individual athlete and aims to build long-term partnerships with companies and local governments.
Facts
Combined print and digital sales: 3 million copies (as of September 2026)
A global partnership with SOMPO Holdings launched in July 2026
A golf manga serialized in Weekly Golf Digest since August 2014
有隣堂 × オリィ研究所: OriHime avatar robot becomes a 有隣堂 bookseller; “OriHime Bookstore in 有隣堂” to run for 9 days from November 21
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株式会社有隣堂 and オリィ研究所 will hold the limited-time event “OriHime Bookstore in 有隣堂” at the 有隣堂 Yokohama Station West Exit Joinus store for 9 days from November 21, 2026, featuring the avatar robot “OriHime.” The initiative supports the 5th anniversary of the opening of Yokohama Children’s Hospice, with people who have difficulty going out introducing books as remote booksellers.