A treasure hunt against the remnants of the 地獄狼, with the legacy of the 奈落鮫 at stake! “The pirate queen レイテ様 is born!!!” 『極悪令嬢の勘違い救国記５』 goes on sale Friday, November 6 / PASH! 文庫
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『極悪令嬢の勘違い救国記５』 goes on sale November 6 from PASH! 文庫. Written by 馬路まんじ and illustrated by 由夜. Price: 800 yen + tax.
A high-definition full-color print of “白”! MA-1 and coach jackets featuring 『ノーゲーム・ノーライフ』 are coming! [株式会社コスパ]
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株式会社コスパ plans to release MA-1 and coach jackets featuring high-definition full-color prints of the character Shiro from the anime 『ノーゲーム・ノーライフ』 in late January 2027. Preorders are open through November 23, 2026.
“Kirby Café WINTER 2026” opens at 星のカービィ's Kirby Café on Wednesday, November 11! Limited-edition menu items and merchandise themed around a winter feast party are coming!
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“Kirby Café WINTER 2026” will be held from November 11, 2026, at Kirby Café, the 星のカービィ-themed café operated by 株式会社ハル研究所 and 任天堂株式会社. New and limited-time menu items and merchandise themed around a winter feast party will be available. The café is operated by ベネリック株式会社.
[オークラアクトシティホテル浜松] New executive chef Shinichi Sakai to host an appointment commemorative dinner event on December 6
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オークラアクトシティホテル浜松 will hold a dinner event on December 6 to mark the appointment of its new executive chef, Shinichi Sakai, in September 2026. The event will feature a Japanese, Western and Chinese course dinner using local ingredients.
Facts
Shinichi Sakai appointed executive chef in September 2026
Details unveiled for “SEALOOK: The Seals Have Arrived! at 仙台うみの杜水族館,” including collaboration food, drinks and merchandise with 仙台うみの杜水族館!
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Details have been announced for a collaboration event between the anime “SEALOOK” and 仙台うみの杜水族館. Limited-edition food and drinks, merchandise and photo spots will be available from November 21, 2026, to February 14, 2027.
Facts
320 million total YouTube channel subscribers
Saturday, November 21, 2026–Sunday, February 14, 2027
Looking for a Christmas gift? Choose a Christmas-limited-cover book by a bestselling picture-book author! Picture books by Shinsuke Yoshitake, with 650,000 copies sold, and Tatsuya Tanaka, with 4.1 million Instagram followers, come with special Christmas covers!
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株式会社白泉社 is selling special editions of picture books by Shinsuke Yoshitake and Tatsuya Tanaka with Christmas-limited covers. The selection includes Yoshitake's works, which have sold more than 650,000 copies, and works by Tanaka, who has 4.1 million followers.
A former tax accountant examination committee member discusses “What Lies Beyond Qualifications: A Life as a Tax Accountant” | TAC税理士講座 offers a free archived special seminar
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資格の学校TAC is offering a free, limited-time archived special seminar, “What Lies Beyond Qualifications: A Life as a Tax Accountant,” led by tax accountant Junichi Tabe, a former member of the tax accountant examination committee.
TAC株式会社 will hold the “Winter Tax Accountant Open Fest” from Nov. 27, 2026, the day the tax accountant exam results are announced, through Dec. 23. The event will include online seminars, individual study consultation sessions at 17 locations nationwide, and phone consultations; participation is free. Discount campaigns and free trial courses are also available for those aiming to pass in 2027.
Facts
Nov. 27, 2026, the day results are announced for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year (76th) tax accountant examination
A gifted singer-songwriter who captivates the world with soulful melodies and smooth vocals! First Japan performance in 3 years! JEFF BERNAT / Luv Language Tour 2027
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Jeff Bernat is set to perform in Tokyo on Feb. 19, 2027. The show will be part of the world tour for his new album, “Luv Language,” and marks his first visit to Japan in 3 years.
Facts
More than 1 billion streams worldwide
Received platinum certification 11 times as an independent artist in South Korea
VIP standing: ¥10,000
Standing: ¥9,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社キョードーメディアス、KYODO TOKYO、EVENTIM LIVE ASIA、Doe
VIBY, AKITO and KOTARO’s AIR-G' FM北海道 show to stream simultaneously on AWA Lounge! “VIBY’s Way Home ~On the way home~” broadcast begins Nov. 4 (Wed.) at 19:30!
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AWA, the music streaming service operated by AWA株式会社, announced that starting Nov. 4, 2026, it will simultaneously stream the AIR-G' FM北海道 radio program “VIBY’s Way Home ~On the way home~” for free in the online space AWA Lounge.
Nov. 5 marks the anniversary of the death of L, the world’s greatest detective. All episodes of “DEATH NOTE” to air back-to-back for free on ABEMA starting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5!
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ABEMA will mark Nov. 5, the anniversary of L’s death in “DEATH NOTE,” with a free, nonstop broadcast of all 37 episodes starting at 3 p.m. on Nov. 5, 2026.
Shinjuku, Tokyo’s BELLUSTAR TOKYO wins awards in all 8 categories at international awards, including spectacular dining and a sky-high spa
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BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo, won a total of 8 awards in the hotel, restaurant and spa categories at World Luxury Awards 2026.
Facts
A total of 8 awards
3 in the hotel category
3 in the restaurant category
2 in the spa category
3rd consecutive year
2 straight years
World Luxury Awards 2026
Established in 2006
More than 300,000 guests
Founded in 2010
250,000 travelers from around the world
Spacious guest rooms on the 39th floor and above
5 penthouse rooms
360-degree panoramic views
Floor: 45th
Seating capacity: 36
Including a private room for 8
1 room in total
Floor: 47th
Companies mentioned：東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel、Pan Pacific Hotel、Restaurant Bellustar、SPA sunya、World Luxury Awards、World Luxury Hotel Awards、World Luxury Spa Awards
Latest interview, an expanded 200-question feature, testimony from 10 celebrities and industry insiders, behind-the-scenes coverage of the filming of the first music video “I Want to Live and Die with You!” and more. A whole book packed with more than 100,000 characters of reporting full of love for Kitani: on sale today, Nov. 4!
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ぴあ株式会社 released “ぴあMUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) SPECIAL EDITION 8 キタニタツヤ,” a music magazine featuring Kitani Tatsuya, on Nov. 4. The book includes the stories behind the making of the new albums “DEKAI” and “PURE,” a 30,000-character interview, behind-the-scenes coverage of his first music video, 200 questions and answers, and testimonials from people involved. Reservation and purchase bonuses are available at HMV, タワーレコード, 楽天ブックス and other retailers, and commemorative display panels are also on view in Tokyo and Osaka.
Facts
Today, Nov. 4
An expanded version of the 200 questions and answers
株式会社新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on “The Future of Mobility and Semiconductors, and AI and Semiconductors” on Dec. 4, 2026, with Hideaki Ishihara, a specially appointed professor at Gifu University, as the speaker.
Wins the top prize at the 32nd “PROGRESS Award”! C&R社 staff direct and edit “Invisible Scars: 20 Years Since the JR Train Derailment,” a documentary made with staff from 朝日放送テレビ
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“Invisible Scars: 20 Years Since the JR Train Derailment,” an ABCテレビ documentary directed and edited by staff from 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社, has won the top prize at the 32nd “PROGRESS Award.”
Facts
32nd edition
20 years since the JR train derailment
106 passengers
562 people injured
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、C&R社、朝日放送テレビ、ABCテレビ、テレビ朝日系列、エキスプレス、コールツプロダクション、アイネックス、BRIO、ABCリブラ、読売テレビ、クリーク･アンド･リバー社、清水星人クリエイティブルーム、映像しごと.com、The Online Creators（OC）、カンパニー報道局、Creative Village
読売ジャイアンツ × IMM THEATER collaboration event: “G Players × G-Fan Comedians Special Talk Stadium: Third Edition” announced
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The collaboration event “G Players × G-Fan Comedians Special Talk Stadium: Third Edition” by 読売ジャイアンツ and IMM THEATER is set for Dec. 2, 2026. Numerous comedians affiliated with 吉本興業 will appear, and the ticket sales schedule has also been announced.
Brighten up dark work sites! New LED work light illuminates a wide area
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サンワサプライ株式会社 has released the AC-powered LED work light “800-LED107GY,” which offers brightness of up to 5,000 lumens and IP65 dustproof and waterproof performance.
The latest マブラヴ title 『マブラヴ ガールズガーデン』 kicks off the first half of the event 【MashupWars!! ～校舎合同球技大会～】! New SSR character 「フィー・ドレーゼ」 makes her debut!
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The first half of the new event 「MashupWars!! ～校舎合同球技大会～」 is underway in the latest マブラヴ title 『マブラヴ ガールズガーデン』, operated by 合同会社EXNOA and 株式会社KMS, alongside a pickup gacha for the new SSR character 「フィー・ドレーゼ」 and login bonuses.
A new immersive art adventure from 講談社ゲームラボ: Walk inside 10 masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet and others. This is a journey that will change how you see paintings. 『カタルシス～最後のアトリエ～』 set for release on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026!
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The release date for the new immersive art adventure 『カタルシス～最後のアトリエ～』 from 講談社ゲームラボ has been set for Dec. 1, 2026. This walking simulator takes inspiration from 10 masterpieces by artists such as Van Gogh and Monet, and the full version will include a photo mode.
Is the experiment simply “going to bed together at the same time”? Volume 1 of 『夜な夜な僕らは待ち合わせ』 goes on sale Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
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株式会社KADOKAWA will release volume 1 of the manga 『夜な夜な僕らは待ち合わせ』 on Nov. 4, 2026. The story follows a man and woman with compatible sleep genes who take part in a cohabitation experiment. The list price is 979 yen, and the book is 210 pages.
Yua Kote gawa's latest work, 『うそ通りの骨董屋』, begins serialization in the Dec. 2026 issue of 「ヤングエース」, on sale Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026! The first chapter will run for 59 pages!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will begin serializing the new manga 『うそ通りの骨董屋』 by 小手川ゆあ and 室吉田果子 in the Dec. 2026 issue of 「ヤングエース」, on sale Nov. 4, 2026. The first chapter will be published in its entirety across 59 pages.
柴田亜美's 『ドキばぐ闇鍋編』 goes on sale today, Nov. 4! A selection of masterpieces from the legendary manga that focused on game creators and games, and sent shockwaves (?) through the gaming industry
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage published 『ドキばぐ闇鍋編』, a selection of the best installments from 柴田亜美's gaming industry report manga 『ドキばぐ』, on Nov. 4, 2026.
Facts
November 4, 2026
2,255 yen
120 pages
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA、Ami Shibata Ltd.
『アクションゲームツクールG』 now lets you create games on Mac and Linux! It also supports export to iOS, and its visual scripting has evolved to be even more intuitive
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株式会社Gotcha Gotcha Games has released version 2.1 of 『アクションゲームツクールG』, adding editor support and export capabilities for macOS (Apple silicon) and Linux.
Facts
Version 2.1
10,900 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社Gotcha Gotcha Games
【Nov. 5 is Sesame Day】The 3 strengths of 和田萬, a long-established sesame maker that fosters connections between people, things and culture through sesame
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株式会社和田萬, a long-established sesame maker founded in 1883, shares its efforts to foster connections between people, things and culture through sesame, built around 3 strengths: roasting expertise, discerning selection and blending.
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of thread, people, fabric and the products we use every day
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原田織物株式会社, as a member of 紀の川リバーサイドファクトリー, will hold open factory events at its 神野々工場 in November and December 2026, offering a look at the warping, knitting and printing processes, as well as a silkscreen-printing workshop.
Tokyo DisneySea’s 25th anniversary event 「スパークリング・ジュビリー」 will conclude on March 31, 2027. During the event, programs include a special edition of the celebration, special merchandise and menus, the 4th installment of 「ディズニーストーリービヨンド」, and 「ダッフィー＆フレンズのハートバウンド・リボン」.
『RIZINプロテイン餃子』 to go on sale for the first time at RIZIN.55 on Nov. 8, with a prize draw for gear signed by fighters
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株式会社bf2 will sell 『RIZINプロテイン餃子』, an officially licensed product of the mixed martial arts event 「RIZIN」, for the first time from a food truck at 『abc presents RIZIN.55』 on Nov. 8, 2026. To mark the launch, customers will receive a chance to win fighter-signed merchandise in a special prize draw for every 2 packs purchased.
Tokyo Disneyland(R)'s January–March special event series "Disney Pal-Palooza" concludes with "Minnie's Funderland"
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"Minnie's Funderland" will be held at Tokyo Disneyland from Jan. 13 to Mar. 31, 2027, featuring events such as a parade and projection mapping. A preview program will also be held ahead of the grand opening of the new attraction "Sugar Rush: Sweet Rescue."
[Developed by a former J.Leaguer and licensed judo therapist] Functional socks "Ashidori Revolution" support the core simply by wearing them and help make everyday walking, standing and moving less tiring. Pre-sales begin on Makuake on Nov. 4 (Wednesday).
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Pre-sales of "Ashidori Revolution," functional socks developed by Ryota Takahashi, a former J.Leaguer and licensed judo therapist, will begin on Makuake on Nov. 4, 2026.
"15.0% Ice Cream Spoon" registered as a three-dimensional trademark
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株式会社タカタレムノス announced that the "15.0% Ice Cream Spoon," designed by Naoki Terada, has been registered as a three-dimensional trademark. Since its launch in 2011, the product has sold more than 400,000 units.
ウィーン市観光局 launches the "Vienna Highlights" campaign
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ウィーン市観光局 will launch the "Vienna Highlights" campaign for the Japanese market on Nov. 3, 2026, promoting cultural highlights through YouTube Shorts and in-feed ads.
[Event Report] "Mini FC Session in Nagoya" held; 10 business owners aiming to franchise their businesses and expand to multiple locations share real-world business challenges
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On Sept. 29, 2026, the Mini Franchise Headquarters Development Program held an in-person event, "Mini FC Session in Nagoya," for 10 participants in Sakae, Nagoya. Participants shared business challenges through a royalty-design workshop and a visit to a yakiniku restaurant.
Facts
Sept. 29, 2026
The number of participating businesses has surpassed 40 companies
Experience overseeing 820 stores
Consulting for more than 20 companies across approximately 20 industries
IDOM adopts Copado as a development and operations platform to support the parallel advancement of DX and AX
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株式会社IDOM has adopted Copado, コパード株式会社's AI-driven development and operations platform specializing in Salesforce, as a foundation to support the parallel advancement of DX and AX.
TERRAMASTER offers up to 24% off NAS and external storage during Amazon's "Smile SALE"
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TERRAMASTER will offer discounts of up to 24% on NAS and external storage products during the "Amazon Smile SALE," running on Amazon.co.jp from Nov. 4 through 12, 2026.
[Iwata City public-private partnership demonstration project] Report on the results of the "Lively Beauty Experience" event to encourage older adults to go out
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The haircare brand VALANROSE, operated by MOON-X Japan株式会社, partnered with Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, to hold an experience event for gray hair-dyeing shampoo for older adults in summer 2026. A survey of 5 participants found that all reported an improvement in their mood immediately after the experience, and that 3 had increased opportunities to go out and socialize about 1 month later.
Facts
5 men and women in their 60s and 70s from Iwata City
Summer 2026
About 1 month later
3 of the 5 participants
4 participants answered, “This experience session prompted these actions.”
Kitz launches “Caravan Car,” a mobile showroom, to mark its 75th anniversary.
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株式会社キッツ has introduced “Caravan Car,” a mobile showroom offering live product demonstrations and technical presentations, as part of its 75th anniversary initiatives.
アドウェイズグループ and TimeTree launch joint proof of concept for next-generation ad transactions based on “contextual information” — transforming calendar data into a form that cannot be linked to individuals for use in ad delivery
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アドウェイズグループ and TimeTree have launched a joint proof of concept to transform calendar data from the TimeTree app into contextual information that cannot be linked to individuals and use it for ad delivery.
Facts
Registered users worldwide surpassed 75 million in June 2026
Interview with ワンディー President and CEO Yudai Ishibashi featured in executive news outlet “Shacho Meikan” — “Transforming a massive analog market with technology,” with ambitions to take Japan’s dental care industry global
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An interview with Yudai Ishibashi, president and CEO of ワンディー株式会社, was featured in executive news outlet “Shacho Meikan.” The article discusses digitalization in the dental care industry, the use of AI to address labor shortages, and global expansion from Japan.
Facts
Used by about 1 in 2 dentists in Japan
The job-to-applicant ratio for dental hygienists has reached 20 times
A professional recruitment team for small and venture businesses in Kyushu. Fukuoka-based recruitment support service “HR CREW (エイチアール クルー) | RECRUIT” begins full-scale rollout
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ロール・アンド・カンパニー株式会社 is rolling out its Fukuoka-based recruitment support service “HR CREW” for small and venture businesses in the Kyushu region, providing end-to-end support from recruitment strategy to improvements in day-to-day operations.
Facts
November 4, 2026
The number of companies receiving advisory support has surpassed 100
沖縄ゆりの花 launches home-visit massage service “みんなの治療院 沖縄那覇,” embarking on a new initiative to connect local medical care, nursing care and welfare
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株式会社沖縄ゆりの花 launched its home-visit massage service “みんなの治療院 沖縄那覇” in Naha City in October 2026. Licensed massage therapists visit clients at their homes or facilities, with an emphasis on coordination with local medical care, nursing care and welfare services.
Find out your home’s value without sales calls. “ウチイクラ,” a report showing current real estate values and market prices with just an address, is now available
Copenhagen-based fine jewelry brand KINRADEN to launch new “OXYGEN” collection on November 4, 2026
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Copenhagen-based Danish fine jewelry brand KINRADEN will launch “OXYGEN,” a new collection inspired by Japanese timber framing and designed by architect Sarah Emilie Müllertz, on November 4, 2026.
Facts
5 styles
November 4, 2026
¥1,209,000
¥532,000
¥173,000
¥292,000
¥88,000
¥70,000
About 50 stores worldwide
2014
Companies mentioned：KINRADEN、Liberty、10 Corso Como、Bergdorf Goodman、Saks Fifth Avenue、Land of Tomorrow、STRASBURGO、BEAMS、H BEAUTY&YOUTH、Responsible Jewellery Council
Enjoy the beauty of 4K imagery with greater freedom. JMGO “IRIS Ultra Max” and “IRIS Ultra” to go on presale at Makuake starting November 4
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明京株式会社 will begin presales of JMGO’s latest flagship projectors, “IRIS Ultra Max” and “IRIS Ultra,” on Makuake starting November 4. The projectors feature new capabilities, including an AI-powered motorized gimbal and support for Gemini for TV.
【Nov. 19 (Thu), at Google’s Shibuya office】Google Maps Platform seminar on dispatch and delivery strategies (Navagis)
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A seminar on dispatch and delivery strategies for Google Maps Platform, hosted by Navagis, Inc., will be held at Google’s Shibuya office on November 19. グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社 will discuss the latest routing technology, while KDDIスマートモビリティ株式会社 will present a case study.
GYOKU signs business transfer agreement with Dentsu Digital Anchor for its creative production business and other operations
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株式会社GYOKU has signed an agreement to transfer its creative production business and other operations to 株式会社電通デジタルアンカー. The transfer is scheduled for January 1, 2027, and 株式会社電通デジタルアンカー will take over the “GYOKU” brand and continue the business.
80% of pet owners would consider online veterinary care if recommended by a veterinarian; just 3.4% have used it — a recommendation from an animal hospital could be key to wider adoption
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A survey on attitudes toward online veterinary care for pets by 日本獣医オンライン診療研究会 found that awareness exceeded 80%, but only 3.4% had used the service. The results indicate that recommendations from animal hospitals could be key to wider adoption.
Check your readiness to hire foreign talent in 90 seconds. UNICOACH to exhibit at HR EXPO Osaka. The booth will offer assessments and individual consultations to support the success and retention of talent, from Specified Skilled Workers to highly skilled candidates for executive positions.
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株式会社UNICOACH will exhibit at HR EXPO Osaka, held at INTEX Osaka from November 18 to 20, 2026, and offer readiness assessments and individual consultations for hiring foreign talent.
Van and the others from the TV anime A Carefree Lord’s Fun Territory Defense come together in adorable illustrations! Order sales begin for fun limited-edition goods featuring all 7 illustrations!
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株式会社FAVES will begin taking orders for limited-edition goods from the TV anime A Carefree Lord’s Fun Territory Defense at its online store 推しが！？ starting November 4, 2026.
Before expanding overseas, test sales for 3 months at the company’s own store in Hawaii. 株式会社サマーウインド narrows its business to 2 pillars: “overseas expansion support for small and medium-sized businesses” and “AI implementation for corporations”
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株式会社サマーウインド has narrowed its business to 2 pillars—“overseas expansion support for small and medium-sized businesses” and “AI implementation for corporations”—and revamped its corporate website. Its overseas expansion support begins with 3 months of test sales at its own store in Hawaii, and it also offers “AI経営参謀,” an AI implementation service for corporations.
ホロンシステム partners with Zentron to implement physical AI platform “NEXUS”｜Connecting OT and IT to advance manufacturing DX in manufacturing and logistics
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ゼントロン株式会社 and ホロンシステム have begun a business partnership through the implementation of physical AI platform “NEXUS,” aiming to advance DX in manufacturing and logistics.
From placing items to hanging them in a light van’s cargo area. tac·luc (Tuck Rack), a system based on square-pattern holes, wins the 2026 Good Design Award
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株式会社ワークヴォックス’s in-vehicle storage system “tac·luc (Tuck Rack)” has won the 2026 Good Design Award. The system lets users customize how they use their vehicle by adding accessories to panels featuring square-pattern holes, and is available for light vans such as the Every and Hijet Cargo.
A luminous garden blooms along Ginza-dori and Harumi-dori again this year. Ginza’s winter nights sparkle with illuminations at GINZA GILC NIGHT 2026
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一般社団法人銀座通連合会, GILC, and 全銀座会 will hold the illumination event “GINZA GILC NIGHT 2026” along approximately 1.5 km of Ginza-dori and Harumi-dori from November 18 to December 25, 2026.
EMTA to unveil its first model, a light EV, to the world at “Tokyo Auto Salon 2027”
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株式会社EMT will exhibit under its automotive brand EMTA at “Tokyo Auto Salon 2027,” held at Makuhari Messe from January 15 to 17, 2027, and unveil to the world its first model, a light EV scheduled for release in 2027.
Apple business information media outlet “DouBt” launches free membership service, offering members-only articles, white papers on case studies, and webinars
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Apple business information media outlet “DouBt,” operated by 株式会社マイナビ出版, launched a free membership service in October 2026. It offers 2 types of membership, Lite and Standard, with access to members-only articles, white papers, and webinars.
Registration opens for the “2027 Fiscal Year New Employee Training Program” — Supporting continuous learning and growth from joining the company through the 2nd year
“Ouchi no Goyokiki Ie Kobo” to open 5 new locations in November
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“Ouchi no Goyokiki Ie Kobo,” operated by 株式会社LiPLUSホールディングス, is scheduled to open 5 new locations in November 2026 across 4 prefectures—Saitama, Kanagawa, Aichi and Gunma—bringing its total number of locations to 287.
Facts
Opening 5 new locations
The number of locations stood at 287 as of Nov. 17
Preparing for logistics disruptions caused by a wave of cyberattacks. Logiens launches “Logistics BCP Assessment”
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Logiens Consulting has launched “Logistics BCP Assessment,” a new service that visualizes the risk of logistics disruptions caused by cyberattacks, natural disasters and other events.
PROTOCORE launches PoC support to create new experiences and businesses using AI, devices and equipment
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PROTOCORE株式会社 has launched PoC support using AI for browsers and compact devices, and is conducting joint research and development with BORNSAI株式会社’s Kenta Iseri in the fields of reception and signal processing.
Hironori Takagi, representative of 株式会社Cotocoto Works, will speak at a lecture on using generative AI hosted by 武蔵野商工会議所, explaining ways to apply it in business through demonstrations of ChatGPT, Gemini and other tools.
Contributing to improved quality and greater consistency in Mazda vehicle design work
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SOLIZE Ureka Technology and Mazda carried out an initiative to improve quality and consistency in vehicle design work. Using the SpectA DKM knowledge management AI solution, they helped reduce omissions in design requirements and strengthen the foundation for passing on technical knowledge.
Making hidden risks in AI-driven development visible through engineering expertise. Engineering team Glucose launches “Source Code Security Assessment Service”
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株式会社グルコース launched its “Source Code Security Assessment Service” on Nov. 1, 2026. The service assesses security risks and technical debt in source code through a double-check by AI and engineers.
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Available starting Nov. 1, 2026 (Sun.)
3 plans tailored to customers’ development phases and challenges
Hair extension brand “Pule Extension®” holds top-tier “Master Exam” for technicians in Nagoya; 22 hairstylists from more than 100 authorized retailers nationwide seek the highest-level diploma
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クリエイトワン株式会社 held the “Master Exam,” the highest-level qualification for technicians working with the “Pule Extension®” hair extensions, in Nagoya on Nov. 2 and 3, 2026. The exam was taken by 22 hairstylists from authorized retailers across Japan, which number more than 100.
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A total of 22 people took the exam
More than 100 authorized retailers nationwide
7 candidates taking the qualification renewal exam
15 first-time candidates
More than 600 people in total
A total of 77 people
23 people hold the Master qualification
Cumulative shipments of approximately 68 million units
The joint is just 3 millimeters at its narrowest
Companies mentioned：クリエイトワン株式会社、Create One Co., Ltd.
Free seminar: The latest developments in data sovereignty and encryption key management (BYOK/HYOK) in the multicloud era — Explaining responses to overseas regulatory risks and the data and key sovereignty businesses should achieve
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ウティマコ・ジャパン合同会社 and 丸文株式会社 will hold a free in-person seminar on data sovereignty and encryption key management (BYOK/HYOK) in the multicloud era on Nov. 12, 2026.
A collaboration between a Kyoto specialty Danish bread shop and a long-established Yamanashi confectioner! ＡＮＤＥ × 桔梗屋 “Kikyo Shingen Mochi Danish” set for limited-time release on Nov. 16, 2026!
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Kyoto Danish bread specialty 株式会社アンデ and long-established Yamanashi confectioner 株式会社桔梗屋 have collaborated to release “Kikyo Shingen Mochi Danish” for a limited time starting Nov. 16, 2026.
Oshikatsu AX platform “win2win” adopts deferred payment service “atone（アトネ）”; all products can be purchased with payment due the following month, even without a credit card
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株式会社ネットプロテクションズ’ deferred payment service “atone（アトネ）” has been introduced on the fan-support AX platform “win2win,” operated by 株式会社アソビダス, and became available on Oct. 21, 2026.
Feather bedding specialist 表参道布団店。 completely revamps its official online store to mark its 14th anniversary: Choose from 4 grades by feather type and season, with gift delivery and refurbishment all handled on one site
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株式会社表参道布団店 has completely revamped its official online store to mark its 14th anniversary. Updates include 4 grades selected by feather type and season, publication of quality information, integrated refurbishment and rental services using recycled “Clean Cycle Down,” and gift delivery.
[Free webinar] Before opening your first overseas restaurant location in Vietnam or Malaysia | Nov. 26 (Thursday)
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VACANCE VIETNAM Co., Ltd. and CULTURE LINK MALAYSIA SDN.BHD. will hold a free webinar on opening a restaurant’s first overseas location in Vietnam and Malaysia on November 26, 2026.
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Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
First 50 people
Companies mentioned：VACANCE VIETNAM Co., Ltd.、CULTURE LINK MALAYSIA SDN.BHD.、AIG損害保険株式会社、株式会社VACANCE、アルビレックス新潟
UP.START.COMPANY brings previously outsourced video editing in-house with “Vrew,” cutting costs by about ¥100,000 per month
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有限会社UP.START.COMPANY adopted VoyagerX’s AI video editing service “Vrew” and shifted from outsourcing to in-house production. This cut costs by about ¥100,000 per month and increased customer acquisition by 20%.
Subsidy search service “ホジョミル” launches “Enterprise Team,” a corporate plan for sales organizations
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株式会社Essencimo launched “Enterprise Team,” a corporate plan for sales organizations offered through its subsidy search service “ホジョミル,” on November 1, 2026. Developed following beta testing by the Robotics Business Division of 株式会社USEN, part of USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP, the plan is available for ¥50,000 per month.
ロータスクラブ launches “Lotus Front Crew” promotion. Making vehicle inspections and maintenance easier to understand and discuss.
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全日本ロータス同友会（ロータスクラブ） has launched a promotion to raise awareness of “Lotus Front Crew,” customer service specialists trained through its original education program, and has released a dedicated website and commercials.
Supporting entrepreneurs seeking funding and partnerships with established companies! Applications open for Okayama City accelerator program “MoAP 2026 〜Advance Stage〜”
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LETT株式会社 is running “MoAP 2026 〜Advance Stage〜,” an accelerator program hosted by Okayama City, and has opened applications to entrepreneurs at the seed stage or later who are seeking funding or partnerships with established companies.
渋谷新聞 and 原宿表参道新聞 establish “CITYMAKERS AWARD 2026.” Announce 12 award recipients and hold ceremony on November 10
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渋谷新聞 and 原宿表参道新聞, operated by “and and group,” whose core company is 太平洋商事株式会社, have established “CITYMAKERS AWARD 2026” to honor contributors to the community, marking their 5th anniversary. They have announced 12 award recipients and will hold the ceremony on November 10.
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12 award recipients
5th anniversary
There are 6 categories
The judging panel met on Friday, October 2, 2026
Young talent aged 23 and under
Companies mentioned：太平洋商事株式会社、and and group、渋谷新聞、原宿表参道新聞、東急不動産ホールディングス株式会社、穏田キャットストリート商店会、居酒屋 神宮前 昌、渋谷道玄坂商店街振興組合、渋谷区商店会連合会外苑ブロック長、株式会社光伸プランニング、SHIBUYA CITY FC、株式会社PLAYNEW、HImagine株式会社、株式会社ツギステ、渋谷駅前共栄会、渋谷公園通商店街振興組合、渋⾕公園通り協議会、原宿神宮前商店会、NPO法人green bird、渋谷中央街道玄坂一丁目町会、商店街振動組合 原宿表参道欅会、明治通り宮下パーク商店会、R3,4,5 渋谷区立小学校PTA連合会、一般社団法人シブタン、一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン、一般社団法人つなげる30人、SUBURBIA、Commons Archive Collective、Peatix Japan株式会社、東京大学渋谷まちづくりゼミ、株式会社ジム、一般財団法人渋谷区観光協会、合同会社TNZQ、株式会社ゆあそび、渋谷区立原宿外苑中学校
Ahead of “Good Teeth Day” on November 8, “POWINK Hydra Oral Gel” begins test sales at dental clinics in Niigata; the reasons for adoption and dentists’ feedback are also featured.
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POWINK, the wellness brand of 株式会社POWLAB, began test sales of “POWINK Hydra Oral Gel” at dental clinics in Niigata Prefecture ahead of “Good Teeth Day” on November 8, and shared survey results from dentists and product features.
Responding to an influx of business professionals to Tokyo, MetroResidences Japan opens a serviced apartment with a total of 80 units in Roppongi!
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MetroResidences Japan株式会社 opened “Galicia MetroResidences Roppongi,” a serviced apartment with a total of 80 units in the Roppongi area of Minato, Tokyo, on November 1, 2026.
東急建設 and ビルポエージェンシー to give joint presentation at “Building Maintenance Human Fair & Clean EXPO 2026” — Staffing shortages can open the door to new proposals
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ビルポエージェンシー, a group company of 株式会社ビルポ, and 東急建設 will give a joint presentation at “Building Maintenance Human Fair & Clean EXPO 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in November 2026. The presentation will focus on turning staffing measures into new proposals, such as smart building solutions.
[Free, online] 2 months until the “Act on the Prevention of Sexual Violence Against Children” takes effect. Free “Response Preparation Seminars” for managers of support services for children with disabilities to be held on November 11 and 18!
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株式会社NEWSTA will hold free online seminars for managers of support services for children with disabilities on November 11 and 18 to prepare for the “Act on the Prevention of Sexual Violence Against Children,” which takes effect on December 25, 2026.
Komatsu Wall becomes top partner of soccer J3 club ツエーゲン金沢!
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小松ウオール工業株式会社 has signed a top partner agreement with soccer J3 club ツエーゲン金沢, supporting the club's activities and contributing to regional revitalization.
ホーカスポーカス Nagatacho store exclusive: new fall/winter doughnut combines hojicha-steamed dough with grapefruit peel and truffle oil
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Doughnut specialty shop HOCUS POCUS will launch a new doughnut, “Hojicha Grapefruit,” made with hojicha, grapefruit peel and truffle oil, exclusively at its Nagatacho store from November 5, 2026.
株式会社Smash relaunched the service website for its conversational AI survey, “Smash VOC,” on October 29, 2026, and announced plans to leverage it as a management asset.
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Oct. 29, 2026
4.5% higher
The CVR (conversion rate) has improved by approximately 2.5 times
Fan-support AI app “OSHIAI” officially launches integration with Pococha — authorized AI personas for affiliated streamers can be created and published in 3 steps
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OSHIAI株式会社 officially launched an integration with Pococha, the live communication app operated by DeNA, on November 4, 2026. With this feature, Pococha organizers can create and publish authorized AI versions of affiliated streamers in 3 steps, and fans can chat with the AI outside streaming hours.
(Among women who took AMH tests, 51.4% did so to “plan their lives.” After testing, 80.0% said their anxiety had eased. (株)GME publishes survey results.
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株式会社GME published the results of a survey of 35 women who used its mail-in AMH testing service. 51.4% said they took the test to plan their lives, and 80.0% reported that their anxiety had eased after testing.
ALS artist EYE VDJ MASA (Masatsugu Muto) takes on new live expression using an AI-recreated singing voice and a brainwave-controlled robotic arm
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一般社団法人WITH ALS is launching the “Brain Body Jockey (B2J) Project” in collaboration with 株式会社KiQ, 慶應義塾大学KMD, AXEREAL株式会社 and ElevenLabs to create a new form of live performance by ALS artist EYE VDJ MASA. The project will combine a brainwave-controlled robotic arm with AI voice synthesis and movement design, and will be presented at an event in Tokyo on November 8, 2026.
しゃぶしゃぶ島津 to reopen after relocation and renovation on Sunday, November 1! Enjoy Kagoshima-grown black pork and Japanese black wagyu rib eye with dashi and soba dipping sauce
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しゃぶしゃぶ島津, operated by 株式会社スエヒロレストランシステム, will reopen at a new location on November 1, 2026, serving Kagoshima-grown black pork and Japanese black wagyu rib eye.
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À la carte, per person: ¥2,780 (¥3,058 including tax)
All-you-can-eat, per person: ¥4,280 (¥4,708 including tax)
À la carte, per person: ¥3,780 (¥4,158 including tax)
All-you-can-eat, per person: ¥5,680 (¥6,248 including tax)
Katsudon set (¥1,100 including tax)
Black pork tonkatsu set meal (¥1,100 including tax)
Black pork ginger-pork set meal (¥1,300 including tax)
Black pork belly shabu-shabu set meal (¥1,500 including tax)
Black pork loin shabu-shabu set meal (¥1,600 including tax)
Wagyu and black pork shabu-shabu set meal (¥2,600 including tax)