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JA三井リース株式会社 has received “Platinum Kurumin” certification from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare. The company was certified as “Kurumin” in 2017, and was recognized for ongoing initiatives, including encouraging male employees to take childcare leave.
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Companies mentioned：JA三井リース株式会社、JA三井リース
Oshu City in Iwate Prefecture and ことりっぷ, operated by Shobunsha, have published a feature article introducing everyday uses of Nambu ironware. To mark the publication, they are running a campaign on X and also recommending Nambu ironware as a hometown tax donation gift.
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Companies mentioned：奥州市役所、株式会社昭文社、ことりっぷ、ことりっぷweb、楽天、ふるなび、さとふる
株式会社スワローインキュベート released its hands-free shooting game “Blink Shooting” for free on November 4, 2026. The game uses blink detection technology based on jointly patented technology developed with パナソニック.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社スワローインキュベート、パナソニック、パナソニックIPマネジメント株式会社、NEC（日本電気株式会社）、本田技研工業株式会社、京葉システム株式会社
Original名古屋市と公益財団法人Soilが連携し、社会課題解決を目指すスタートアップを対象とした助成プログラム「Soil x Nagoya」を開始。総額1,500万円を5団体に助成する。
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Companies mentioned：公益財団法人Soil、名古屋市、株式会社VOYAGE CAPITAL、株式会社ABEJA
株式会社ジーバー announced that it will open “Fukuroi Machinaka Shokudo by ジーバーFOOD,” an onigiri shop led by seniors, in Fukuroi, Shizuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 3, 2026. Its partner company is 不動産ミック株式会社, and the shop will operate a community-based business model.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ジーバー、ジーバーFOOD、不動産ミック株式会社、平井農園、榊原こうじ店
株式会社Rhelixa has launched joint research with Nagoya University and STATION Ai to develop a social implementation model aimed at solving local challenges and achieving economic independence in the healthcare sector across the Tokai region.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社Rhelixa、STATION Ai株式会社、国立大学法人東海国立大学機構名古屋大学
有限会社きたもっく won the “Emergent Excellence Award” for the 2nd consecutive year at the “ZeroDX Awards 2026,” an international award for organizational management. Nominated by CorporateRebels of the Netherlands, it was featured as an innovative case study by ハイアール’s CEO and the founder of Thinkers50. The company is pursuing autonomous management across departmental boundaries and is working on initiatives including the opening of “Kitakaru Bike Park 100” and new campground offerings.
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Companies mentioned：有限会社きたもっく、CorporateRebels、ハイアール、Thinkers50、Business Ecosystem Alliance、Haier Model Institute、ヤマハ発動機株式会社、ジャパンセル
株式会社プラスト has been named one of the “100 Leading Companies in Saitama,” run by 株式会社IOBI, for the 3rd consecutive year, following the 2024 and 2025 editions. In addition to its headquarters in Saitama, the company has offices in Nagoya, Fukuoka and Okayama, and supports the growth of small and medium-sized businesses nationwide through “GROWTH CHAIN.”
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Companies mentioned：株式会社プラスト、株式会社IOBI
株式会社トラックオーコク has entered into a business partnership with 株式会社島根銀行 for truck leaseback services.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社トラックオーコク、株式会社島根銀行、トラック王国
株式会社アーバンエックステクノロジーズ’ RoadManager has been adopted by 永井工業 for maintenance of the Obihiro-Hiroo Expressway under a contract with 国土交通省, supporting DX.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社アーバンエックステクノロジーズ、アーバンエックス、永井工業株式会社、永井工業、国土交通省、東京大学
20 domestic craft gin distilleries and makers have launched a project promoting hot-water gin as a new way to enjoy the drink in winter. Participating companies will begin sharing information in sequence from Dec. 1, and a sales event will be held at 阪神梅田本店 from Dec. 9 to 15 of the same year.
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Companies mentioned：Craft Gin Friendship Network、朝日酒造 越路蒸留所、アレンビック金沢蒸留所、エシカル・スピリッツ、越後薬草、GEEKSTILL、五島つばき蒸溜所、近藤酒造、早苗饗蒸留所、サントリー、新蒸留研究所、tokelu、虎ノ門蒸留所、naturadistill川内村蒸溜所、西山酒造場、ニセコ蒸溜所、日本盛、Nozawa Onsen Distillery、深川蒸留所、ぶどうの森蒸留所、阪神梅田本店
株式会社PARTY has launched full-scale service of “Nottom,” an AI product-listing platform for apparel e-commerce. Developed jointly with ピックユー, it automates the process from photography and measurement to image correction, improving operational efficiency and quality.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社PARTY、PARTY、ピックユー、Pickyou
株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ will hold “SNOOPY STICKER CLUB -I LIKE... ICE CREAM-,” an experiential event themed around Snoopy, at Shibuya PARCO from Nov. 11, 2026. The event previously drew more than 10,000 participants in Osaka and Nagoya, and this edition will feature 30 original sticker designs and photo spots.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、PEANUTS、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、TicketMe、チケミー、Apple TV
株式会社デクノバース’s D2C roast beef brand THE ROAST BEEF will release 3 Christmas-exclusive sets from 19:00 on Nov. 4, 2026, to mark the brand’s 6th anniversary. It will also offer “Akagi filet beef en croûte,” a special item limited to 30 servings.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社デクノバース、THE ROAST BEEF、CAFE & PIZZA DELTA
FDK株式会社 announced that it confirmed the SMD miniaturized oxide-based all-solid-state battery “SoLiCell®” operates stably under 150°C conditions and maintains a discharge capacity of at least 60% of its nominal capacity.
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Companies mentioned：FDK株式会社
Air Race World Champion Yoshihide Muroya will make his first appearance at “Konan Airfield Festival 2026,” held on Nov. 15, 2026, at Konan Airfield in Minami Ward, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture, where he will perform aerobatic flight. Admission is free.
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Companies mentioned：LEXUS PATHFINDER AIR RACING、PATHFINDER、株式会社パスファインダー
FDK株式会社 will exhibit at “EdgeTech+ 2026,” held at Pacifico Yokohama from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing products including Bluetooth Low Energy modules and the all-solid-state battery “SoLiCell®.”
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Companies mentioned：FDK株式会社、株式会社東芝
Verbatim Japan株式会社 will launch LED spotlights designed to reduce glare. They comply with AR111, have an E26 base, are compatible with dimmers, and have a rated life of 40,000 hours. Sales through 株式会社アイオーデータ will begin in early Nov. 2026.
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Companies mentioned：Verbatim Japan株式会社、株式会社アイオーデータ、Verbatim
株式会社CINCA provided hands-on support for the commercialization of 株式会社Sincecore’s high-risk interview support service “Shinmirai Navi.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社CINCA、株式会社Sincecore、大日本印刷株式会社
日清食品株式会社 will run the second Takarazuka Revue Category S ticket giveaway campaign for its “Hyalmoist” beauty lactic acid bacteria supplement series from Nov. 4, 2026. A drawing will award tickets for two to the musical “Elisabeth” to 20 pairs (40 people) who purchase eligible products.
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Companies mentioned：日清食品株式会社、日清食品グループ
LIBERNOVO HK CO., LIMITED will hold “Good Posture Support Week” from Nov. 4 to 12, 2026, with a sale offering discounts of up to 38% OFF on selected products.
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Companies mentioned：LIBERNOVO HK CO., LIMITED、LiberNovo、DJI、Narwal
Nissay Plus Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance and Finatext developed an AI-powered underwriting assessment automation system and began using it for smartphone insurance application assessments on Oct. 30, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：ニッセイプラス少額短期保険株式会社、日本生命グループ、Finatext、Finatextグループ
株式会社AGE technologies began airing the first TV commercial for its web-based inheritance procedures service “そうぞくドットコム” on BSフジ on Nov. 4, 2026. With fewer than 5 months remaining until the deadline to apply for registration of inheritances predating the implementation of the requirement (March 31, 2027), the campaign aims to raise awareness among users who put it off.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社AGE technologies、そうぞくドットコム、BSフジ、株式会社マルグ、ARMZ Inc.、EDP graphic works、THE ONE、Studio Interfield、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構
PIVOT株式会社 announced that its YouTube channel “PIVOT CAREER” surpassed 1 million subscribers within 4 months of its launch. It plans to launch a new career support service within the year.
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Companies mentioned：PIVOT株式会社、PIVOT CAREER
株式会社Zevero has partnered with Briink, which developed “Suggested Response,” an AI-powered CDP disclosure support feature, to help Japanese companies prepare their responses ahead of the 2027 CDP response deadline.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社Zevero、Zevero、Briink
Original株式会社mimi-Japanが日本総代理店を務める中国コスメブランド「JUDYDOLL」のミニサイズ全顔メイクパレットを、2026年11月13日よりファミリーマート限定で発売。
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Companies mentioned：株式会社mimi-Japan、JUDYDOLL、JOOCYEE、ファミリーマート
株式会社CAQNAL has supported the revision of Tsunan, Niigata Prefecture’s personnel evaluation system since 2023, incorporating the views of section chiefs and aiming to launch the new system in April 2027. In response to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ policy, local governments are being encouraged to make use of personnel evaluation results.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社CAQNAL、カクナル、（株）紀伊国屋書店、スターバックスコーヒージャパン、ユニクロ、（株）CAQNAL
株式会社ベネッセスタイルケアグループ launched the “Benesse Style Care Group Alumni Network” on November 1, 2026, and began accepting registrations to foster ongoing connections with former employees (alumni).
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ベネッセスタイルケアグループ、株式会社ベネッセスタイルケア、ベネッセスタイルケア、ベネッセヒューマンサポート、ベネッセパレット、ベネッセキャリオス、ベネッセシニアサポート
Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort and ダブルツリーbyヒルトン沖縄北谷リゾート announced that Hiroyuki Sato was appointed area general manager of both hotels effective November 1, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：北谷ホテルアンドリゾート株式会社、ヒルトン沖縄北谷リゾート、ダブルツリーbyヒルトン沖縄北谷リゾート、ヒルトン東京ベイ、ヒルトン大阪、ヒルトン福岡シーホーク、ヒルトン広島、ダブルツリーbyヒルトン那覇、ヒルトン・ホテルズ&リゾーツ、ダブルツリーbyヒルトン
リョービ株式会社 will exhibit at the “2026 Japan Die Casting Congress and Exhibition (j-dec 2026),” which will be held at Pacifico Yokohama from November 12 to 14, 2026. The company will showcase products for electric vehicles and prototype services using gigacasting, contributing to vehicle weight reduction.
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Companies mentioned：リョービ株式会社、一般社団法人 日本ダイカスト協会
Original株式会社ギークプラスは、日通NECロジスティクス東東京支店に棚搬送型ロボット「EVE」を導入し、BtoC向け商品の出荷業務における作業者の移動負担軽減と半分の人員での対応を実現した。
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ギークプラス、日通NECロジスティクス株式会社、日通NECロジスティクス
株式会社デルタインターナショナル, a specialty trading company dealing in nuts and dried fruit, will mark the 10th anniversary of its flagship product “A Week’s Worth of Locabo Nuts” with limited-edition packaging, an original short drama, and a giveaway campaign starting November 1, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社デルタインターナショナル
NTT Security Japan is sponsoring “NCA Annual Conference 2026,” hosted by 一般社団法人日本シーサート協議会, and will give a talk on coordinated defense between SOCs and CSIRTs on December 4.
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Companies mentioned：NTTセキュリティ・ジャパン株式会社、SBクリエイティブ株式会社、株式会社インターネットイニシアティブ、一般社団法人日本シーサート協議会、NTTグループ
株式会社COSPAウエルネス will introduce recovery services in November 2026 at its fitness club コ・ス・パ Suminoe location, with the aim of helping customers recover from fatigue and care for their condition. The club will set up a dedicated room with 8 types and 13 machines, including massage chairs and sonic vibration machines, as an optional service for 880 yen per month, and will assess potential expansion to other locations.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社COSPAウエルネス、FITBASE24、キュッパ
Zendesk announced its “Employee Service AI Agent” and “Advanced Action Flows,” which resolve employee inquiries and improve operational efficiency. In an early access program, 6 million workflow runs over 5 weeks resulted in an estimated 500,000 hours of work saved.
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Companies mentioned：合同会社Zendesk、Zendesk、Slack、Microsoft Teams
株式会社プロ人材機構 and 株式会社矢野経済研究所 will hold the 4th “A Night of Akira and Senior Professionals Speaking Out” business seminar on November 17, 2026. The guest will be Atsushi Kikegawa, formerly of 凸版印刷 and representative of 合同会社クロス・アンブレラ. The discussion will cover how to apply experience at major corporations to regional communities and career strategies for senior professionals.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社プロ人材機構、株式会社矢野経済研究所、凸版印刷、TOPPAN、合同会社クロス・アンブレラ、やる気スイッチグループ、TBS、株式会社ZeNo Consulting、共同通信グループ、一般社団法人日本オムニチャネル協会
オッズ・パーク株式会社 held its traveling fishing pond event again at Hamamatsu Auto Race Track on November 3, 2026, where 180 people, from children to adults, tried saltwater fishing.
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Companies mentioned：オッズ・パーク株式会社、SBプレイヤーズ株式会社
株式会社シードコーポレーション announced new products from the German-born indoor footwear brand “HAFLINGER,” as well as limited-time pop-up events in November at Natural Shoe Store’s Shizuoka and Kichijoji locations.
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Companies mentioned：HAFLINGER、ハフリンガー、株式会社シードコーポレーション、Natural Shoe Store
株式会社BeeX has launched its CNAPP Managed Service, which leverages Orca Security’s CNAPP, Orca, to continuously visualize cloud security risks and support improvements. The company has signed an MSSP agreement and provides end-to-end support, from one-time assessments to ongoing operational assistance.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社BeeX、Orca Security社、AWS、Azure、Google Cloud、Gartner、Orca Security Ltd.
株式会社シンク・ネイチャー will hold the NATURE FINANCE CONFERENCE 2027 at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on Jan. 15, 2027, with support from PRI. Looking ahead to the implementation of guidelines from the 環境省, the conference will discuss practical examples of nature finance using global nature-related big data and scientific logic, as well as collaboration among institutional investors, financial institutions and operating companies.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社シンク・ネイチャー、PRI（責任投資原則）、環境省、三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント株式会社、ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社、日本生命保険相互会社、野村證券株式会社、トヨタ自動車株式会社、住友ゴム工業株式会社、株式会社IHI
有限会社アールスリーインスティテュート released “キミノマホロ for 生成AI,” a service that supports business improvements using generative AI, on Nov. 4, 2026. Drawing on its expertise in kintone, the company provides end-to-end support, from identifying where AI can be used to building systems and improving operations. In a customer invoice-checking case study, the service reduced processing time to approximately 0.5 hours.
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Companies mentioned：有限会社アールスリーインスティテュート、アールスリーインスティテュート、R3 Institute Ltd.
Deel has announced a new security solution, “Deel Security,” to prevent impersonation and identity fraud in hiring using AI. The solution performs deepfake detection and ongoing identity verification, and is built on technology from acquired company Clarity.
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Companies mentioned：Deel Inc.、Deel、FBI、米司法省、Censuswide、Gartner、First Advantage、Okta、Clarity
OREC green lab 福岡, operated by the オーレックグループ, and 福岡市動植物園 will hold “Enjoy with All Five Senses! Green Sustainable Marche” on Nov. 21, 2026. 22 vendors will participate, with activities including a grass-straw reuse project and lawn mower test rides.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社オーレック、オーレックグループ、OREC green lab 福岡、福岡市動植物園、福岡市植物園、福岡市動物園
Original「ダーワ・悠洛 京都」の地下1階レストラン「GRILL 54TH」にて、2026年12月16日から2027年1月11日まで冬の「フェスティブランチブッフェ」が開催される。料理長・工藤が手がける世界各国の料理を特徴とし、クリスマスとニューイヤー期間でメインディッシュが変更される。また、特別ディナーコースやディナーブッフェも提供される。
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Companies mentioned：バンヤン・グループ、ダーワ・悠洛 京都、GRILL 54TH
Original日本ロレアルが展開するダーマコスメブランド「ラ ロッシュ ポゼ」は、2026年10月23日と24日に東京国立博物館にてブランドイベント「LIVING LAB ―生きた皮膚科学が肌の未来を創る―」を開催した。阿部一二三選手、友利新先生、梅宮アンナさんを招き、スキンケアと競技集中の関係やがん治療中の肌悩みについて語った。また、皮膚科学研究のプレゼンテーションや製品デモが行われた。
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Companies mentioned：日本ロレアル株式会社、ラ ロッシュ ポゼ、LA ROCHE-POSAY、ロレアルグループ、パーク２４
KKCompany Japan and KDDI have launched “Pontaパス Listen with” to encourage interaction between artists and fans, with idol group SWEET STEADY taking part. Messages and applications for a live recording event will be accepted starting Nov. 4, 2026. The event is scheduled to take place in Tokyo on Dec. 11 of the same year, with 100 people selected by lottery to attend.
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Companies mentioned：KKCompany Japan 合同会社、KKCompany、KDDI、KDDI株式会社、SWEET STEADY、Pontaパス、auミュージックパス、アソビシステム、KAWAII LAB.、J-WAVE
Model and talent Reiko Kosugi appeared as MC at “Autumn Festa Etajima 2026,” held in Etajima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, on Oct. 31, 2026. As a special tourism ambassador for Etajima, she promoted the island’s attractions and took part in a crime-prevention talk.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社TRAPEZISTE、フジテレビ
6 hotel spas operated by 株式会社クレドインターナショナル won awards in a total of 16 categories at the WORLD LUXURY SPA AWARDS, including the Global Winner award in 3 categories. The awards ceremonies were held in Romania and Bangkok, Thailand, in October 2026.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社クレドインターナショナル、ヒルトン東京お台場、グランド ハイアット 福岡、東京ステーションホテル、富士屋ホテル、凱渡廣場酒店 The Archipelago
株式会社リップス announced that Daisuke Yokota, editor-in-chief of Droptokyo, and photographer Kentaro Kobe will serve as special judges for LHPA2027, the men's creative photo and video contest it has hosted since 2018. This year's theme is “TOKYO STREET STYLING,” and entries will be accepted from September 14 to December 16, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社リップス、LIPPS、Droptokyo、The Fashion Post、株式会社ウィークデー、日本テレビ放送網株式会社、STUDIO LAILA
株式会社コドモン announced that 2 municipal nursery schools in Umi Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, introduced its childcare ICT service CoDMON from November 2. This brings the number of municipalities using the service in Fukuoka Prefecture to 28 in total.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社コドモン、株式会社東京商工リサーチ
株式会社スピングルカンパニー will distribute a limited number of copies of the leaflet “スピングる？” featuring actor Ken Mitsuishi nationwide and online from November 9, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社スピングルカンパニー、株式会社ニチマン、スピングル
三洋貿易株式会社 established a consortium with ジョージ・アンド・ショーン and AASIZAH Health Ecosystems Private Limited and signed a basic agreement with Dementia India Alliance to promote the use of new technologies in dementia care in India.
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Companies mentioned：三洋貿易株式会社、ジョージ・アンド・ショーン、G&S、AASIZAH Health Ecosystems Private Limited、AASIZAH（アーシザー）、Dementia India Alliance、DIA
株式会社ブールミッシュ has begun taking reservations for Christmas cakes at stores nationwide that carry its cakes. Alongside classics such as strawberry shortcake and bûche de Noël, the lineup also features limited-edition cup desserts available from December 21 to 25.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ブールミッシュ、ブールミッシュ
株式会社いずもえん will begin selling its dried shiitake mushroom line, “出雲の恵み椎茸,” made using out-of-spec mushroom-bed shiitake, on October 1, 2026. Working with local businesses, the company aims to reduce food waste and promote collaboration between agriculture and welfare.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社いずもえん、いずも椎茸屋、中浦食品株式会社、恒崎醤油店、海産物まつむら
株式会社Nicop took over the GrowSES recruitment support service from the RYOMAグループ and released 6 case studies and 3 resources. In response to the challenging engineer recruitment market, the company provides SES businesses with recruitment strategy design and operational support.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社Nicop、RYOMAグループ、株式会社RYOMA 採用プランニング事業部、パーソルキャリア株式会社
GigaCraft合同会社 released a major update to Notist, an app that uses AI to manage notes, schedules, shopping and more, on November 4, 2026. The update adds an “AI secretary” feature that understands users' preferences and lifestyles and proactively helps them organize their daily tasks.
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Companies mentioned：GigaCraft合同会社、Anthropic、OpenAI、ChatGPT、Claude、Gemini、App Store、Google Play
一般社団法人士希の会 (operated by 大希企画株式会社) has launched ケアマネ＋ (Plus), a new service for care managers at in-home care support offices that eases out-of-scope workloads involving real estate, inheritance and posthumous affairs, timed to coincide with Care Day on November 11. The service draws on a network of specialists involving approximately 750 businesses to connect users with experts outside the care managers' fields through a one-stop service. It aims to reduce care managers' overtime and prevent vacant homes from being left unattended in the future.
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Companies mentioned：一般社団法人士希の会、大希企画株式会社、しきサポ
OriginalAdaBio株式会社の梅エキス活用上咽頭洗浄製品「ミサトール リノローション」が、マガジンハウス社『anan カラダにいいもの大賞2026・秋』で準グランプリを受賞した。
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Companies mentioned：AdaBio株式会社、マガジンハウス社、みらいクリニック、ゆびのば.com、ゆびのばひろば楽天市場店、ゆびのば.com Yahoo!ショップ、医療法人モクシン堀田修クリニック、認定NPO法人日本病巣疾患研究会、あさ出版、世界文化社
The 2027 calendar “Landscapes of Japan” by cut-paper artist Kubo Osamu is on sale at 伊東屋, 美術展ナビオンラインストア and other outlets. It is priced at 2,600 yen (tax included).
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Companies mentioned：株式会社フェイス、伊東屋、美術展ナビオンラインストア、HMVブックスオンライン、朝日新聞、文化庁、外務省、JRグループ、山口県
ちのわ合同会社 is developing ちのわ, a SaaS platform compliant with the Child Sexual Violence Prevention Act (Japan’s version of DBS), and has launched a free 3-minute assessment that requires no registration. It has also begun recruiting businesses to monitor the service under development by trying it out in actual work settings.
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Companies mentioned：ちのわ合同会社、ひすい研究会
英会話めりーらんど will launch an advanced practical English course for Eiken Grade 2 passers in Ibaraki, Osaka, on Nov. 22, 2026. The course comprises 5 sessions totaling 10 hours, with tuition of 77,000 yen. Instructor Akiko will teach the course, building a foundation at the Eiken Pre-1 level and practical English skills.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社めりーらんど、英会話めりーらんど、立命館大学、公益財団法人 日本英語検定協会
株式会社ファナス has published subsidy pages on its free site “ソラカルテ,” which compiles solar power and battery subsidy information for each of Japan’s 1,741 municipalities. It also offers AI quote assessments and rough-cost simulators.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ファナス、ファナス
株式会社ライフタイムサポート was selected for 長野県’s “Shinshu-type Sandbox Project ‘Shinshu AI GEARS’” and conducted a field demonstration on Nov. 1, 2026, of a system using quadruped robots and AI to mow steep slopes in mountainous areas.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ライフタイムサポート、長野県、株式会社野口開発
Saab and GA-ASI have successfully flight-tested Saab’s LoyalEye airborne early warning radar aboard an MQ-9B unmanned aircraft. The test was conducted in California and verified its ability to detect, track and classify targets.
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Companies mentioned：Saab Technologies Japan株式会社、Saab、General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.、GA-ASI
合同会社Lepont will launch an agency rewards program on its points site Pointlife on Nov. 4, 2026, paying referrers the same amount each month as their referred friends earn.
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Companies mentioned：合同会社lepont、合同会社Lepont、モッピー、ハピタス、ポイントインカム、GetMoney!
Japanese-style crepe specialty shop 日光茶屋たばねのし, operated by 有限会社上州屋, will hold the grand opening of its permanent location in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, on Nov. 7, 2026. Following a strong response during its preview operations, it will begin offering all 9 varieties of Japanese-style crepes, including the new “Anko Butter” and “Sugar Butter.”
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Companies mentioned：有限会社上州屋、日光茶屋たばねのし、浅草茶屋たばねのし、上州屋旅館
株式会社ジーアイブレーカー will launch the high-capacity, high-performance circuit breaker “GI-150” on Nov. 4, 2026. The product adds a high-capacity model previously available only as a custom order to its official lineup, aiming to support the transition from high-voltage power reception to low-voltage power and reduce costs.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ジーアイブレーカー
Kitchen Sachi, a food truck operated by 株式会社ideal, exhibited at the “EAT JAPAN!” event held at Tokyo Port City Takeshiba on Sept. 22 and 23, 2026, recording 716 visitors over 2 days and sales of more than 1 million yen. It also reached its 1 million yen crowdfunding goal in its first-ever campaign and was featured on 日本テレビ’s “ZIP!”
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ideal、木崎農園、京都醸造、日本テレビ
ジンギスカンおおにし (operated by CREATING TABLE株式会社) said its frozen Genghis Khan-style lamb product development project on CAMPFIRE reached 59% of its target on the 16th day after launch. It has also opened a new shop, “おおにし はなれ,” expanding its seating capacity.
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Companies mentioned：CREATING TABLE株式会社、ジンギスカンおおにし、CAMPFIRE、食べログ、ホットレストラン2026、東洋経済オンライン、TBS NEWS DIG、PRESIDENT Online、時事通信ドットコム
株式会社KANNON opened a new base, the Mie Branch, in 桑名市, Mie Prefecture, in mid-October 2026. This was the first startup attraction case in 桑名市, and a joint press conference was held by Mayor 伊藤徳宇 and CEO 山下青夏.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社KANNON、桑名市
株式会社Impachi announced Everbrink, a 4X roguelike deckbuilder where the ground collapses every turn, and began accepting wishlist registrations on its Steam store page on November 4, 2026. Early access is scheduled for 2027.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社Impachi、gumi、セガ、グリー、WFS、スクウェア・エニックス、EA、プラチナゲームズ
株式会社GEMINI GROUP has launched PolicyHQ, a policy intelligence platform that tracks Japan’s policymaking process in real time.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社GEMINI GROUP、Gemini Group、Claude、ChatGPT
From November 6 to 8, 2026, the international exchange event Matsuri Crossing KYOTO × BRASIL will be held in the area around Kyoto Station and the approach to Higashi Honganji Temple, bringing Japanese and Brazilian cultures together. Ahead of the 120th anniversary of Japanese migration to Brazil in 2028, the event will foster interaction among diverse people through music, dance, food and art.
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Companies mentioned：一般社団法人公共事業研究開発、真宗大谷派東本願寺、京都ラテンアメリカ文化協会、駐日ブラジル大使館、ブラジル政府、京都府、京都市、京都南ロータリークラブ、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、京都新聞、FM COCOLO、FM802、株式会社フルッタフルッタ、株式会社ユニティー、株式会社東急コミュニティー、株式会社材光工務店、京阪ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、JR東日本伊藤忠不動産開発株式会社、東海旅客鉄道株式会社、三彩食品有限会社、株式会社ジェムケリーグループホールディングス、株式会社イマイ、京都信用金庫、フジアルテ株式会社、ガウーショ祇園、北陸銀行、七条通商店街振興組合、東本願寺前商店会、新京都駅頭会、株式会社菊岡家、近畿日本ツーリスト株式会社、同朋新聞、東本願寺出版、Bar & Pizzeria Capricciosa、Coffee Crossing、伏水酒蔵小路、株式会社PIECE、デュシタニ京都、MK株式会社、カシャッサ・カウンシル、北川本家、株式会社onebound、NPO法人 immi.lab、Infinity株式会社、京都サンガF.C.、tabiwa
Studio RELIER, the game brand of 株式会社ソルミア, has released the free browser-based ARG “B.R.I.S.社 1st Recruitment Exam,” set in the world of DEBRISVERSE, which earned a 94% positive rating on Steam. The game’s Steam sale (20% off) also begins the same day, November 4, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ソルミア、Studio RELIER、B.R.I.S. Corporation、B.R.I.S.社
株式会社Financial Free College and 一般社団法人ママヨロアカデミー held a free online financial planning course for parents on September 4, 2026, with 35 participants.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社Financial Free College、一般社団法人ママヨロアカデミー、グリーンモンスター株式会社
Smart Discovery株式会社 exhibited at WTM London 2026 in November 2026 and announced tailor-made trips offering encounters with Hokkaido’s inns designed by architect 中山眞琴 and with local makers.
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Companies mentioned：Smart Discovery株式会社、ルレ・エ・シャトー、Forbes Travel Guide
石井岳海, representative of 株式会社こころざし, has released “The CEO Used by AI,” a practical guide to having generative AI plan tasks while making decisions yourself.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社こころざし、Amazon、Amazon KDP
Applications for the introductory-level first exam of the Sensor Practical Skills Certification, administered by 株式会社TESLab, open on November 20, 2026. The exam will be held online in February 2027.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社TESLab、センサ実務検定協会、株式会社キーエンス
ENINARU, a private lakeside villa operated by 株式会社タナカヤ, will offer “10 Autumn Experiences,” activities designed to help guests not let autumn pass them by, from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026. A survey by eBay Japan合同会社 (Qoo10) found that while 46.4% of respondents said autumn was their favorite season, 85.8% said they no longer feel autumn.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社タナカヤ、ENINARU、eBay Japan合同会社、Qoo10
Apparel brand “REICHI” has appointed soccer player Takashi Usami as its brand ambassador. The brand, operated by 株式会社ヴィオラ, has adopted “Create from Nothing.” as its philosophy.
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Companies mentioned：REICHI、株式会社ヴィオラ、ガンバ大阪、FCバイエルン・ミュンヘン、ホッフェンハイム、FCアウクスブルク、フォルトゥナ・デュッセルドルフ、R COFFEE
neumee, an online medical consultation service operated by 株式会社オンラインメディカルケア, began offering online consultations for Upneeq Mini Ophthalmic Solution 0.1%, a treatment for ptosis, on Oct. 20, 2026.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社オンラインメディカルケア、neumee、ニューミー
ブリーズビジョン株式会社 has signed an exclusive general agency agreement with Chinese company YUER社 for the Japanese market and will begin sales and rollout of “Sky Magic,” an artificial skylight that uses Rayleigh scattering technology.
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Companies mentioned：ブリーズビジョン株式会社、YUER社、中山市鱼儿智能科技有限公司、Zhongshan Yuer Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd
株式会社MOJI Product will sell a limited quantity of coffee bags featuring “Matsuri” labels themed around the Chichibu Night Festival and designed by art director Takashi Tomita.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社MOJI Product、ちちぶコーヒー、シカタ、T&T TOKYO
セントローズクリニック仙台 is the first in Tohoku and Sendai to introduce “STELLAR M22 XPL,” a next-generation IPL device that targets multiple skin concerns, and will hold an introductory campaign starting Oct. 1.
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Companies mentioned：KMC株式会社、セントローズクリニック仙台、セントローズクリニック
The National Police Agency said it will continue cracking down on election misinformation and combat transnational repression ahead of the Nov. 28 local elections for public officials. It has investigated 9 cases involving foreign forces colluding with gangs and private investigators, with prosecutors indicting suspects in 4 cases. It has also received 184 misinformation cases, referring 112 to judicial authorities.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、刑事局
Legislator 王世堅 questioned whether social assistance coverage falls short of estimates of the poverty-stricken population. Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare 呂建德 responded that a civil group’s calculations were flawed, and said the coverage rate reached 8.14% when various social welfare allowances were included. The two argued during a joint meeting of Legislative Yuan committees.
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A recent Japanese poll found that 52.6% of respondents believe Japan needs a politician with strong leadership, but only 23.1% approve of the Trump administration's policies and style, indicating that the public wants a strong leader but does not necessarily endorse Trump's governance.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、日本新聞網、TBS NEWS DIG、JX通信社、美國有線電視新聞網、國家廣播公司
捷迅 reported earnings per share of NT$6.31 for the first 3 quarters, surpassing its full-year performance in 2025. Air freight was strong, driven by AI clients and semiconductor shipments, while rates on Asia-to-U.S. ocean routes remained supported. Fourth-quarter performance is expected to be on par with the third quarter.
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Companies mentioned：捷迅、中央社
The Democrats scored a major victory in the U.S. midterm elections. Trump said he accepted the results and was willing to work with the Democrats.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、紐約時報、法新社
The 9th China International Import Expo and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum will be held in Shanghai, where the “Report on the Development of China's Export Capabilities” will be released for the first time, aiming to help countries in the Global South boost their exports to China. The “World Openness Report” will also be released for the 6th consecutive year. 進博局, under 中國商務部, said the report has 3 key features: a fresh perspective, carefully selected samples and practical recommendations. Data from 中國海關總署 show that China's trade surplus reached US$938.1 billion from January to September this year.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、中國商務部、中國國際進口博覽局、進博局、中國海關總署
雷馬 (Abraham Teklu Lemma), a former U.S. IT administrator with a top-secret security clearance, admitted to spying for the Ethiopian government and disclosing defense secrets. He is expected to be sentenced on April 14.
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The Democrats scored a sweeping victory in the midterm elections, taking control of both chambers of the U.S. Congress and dealing a major blow to Trump and the Republicans.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社
Former 輝達 Korea head 俞應浚 shared his experience of the company's culture during his 7 years at 輝達, including horizontal communication and the principle that “the mission is your boss.” He also discussed prospects for cooperation between Taiwan and South Korea's industries in the AI era.
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Companies mentioned：輝達、NVIDIA Korea、雙龍資訊通信、HP、Sun Microsystems、Oracle、JOON AI CONSULTING、台積電、三星、SK海力士
Financial Supervisory Commission Deputy Chair 莊琇媛 outlined 3 financial cybersecurity priorities in response to the 幣安 theft and abnormal transfers at 永豐銀: make cybersecurity a board-level responsibility and review all defenses to establish a shared defense system.
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Companies mentioned：幣安、永豐銀行、永豐銀
Original台電董事長曾文生表示，為應對AI與半導體產業電力需求，台電及民營電廠未來10年規劃新增天然氣機組，裝置容量合計約2598萬瓩，將增加逾6成供電能力，目前供電足以滿足產業需求。
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Companies mentioned：台電、天下學習Podcast、天下雜誌、Google
To improve public safety and prepare for the 2026 elections, 台中市警察局 publicly destroyed 1,029 items of third- and fourth-category drugs and drug-use paraphernalia on Oct. 30. The total weighed more than 340 kilograms and had a street value exceeding NT$100 million.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、台中市警察局、保安大隊特勤中隊、后里垃圾焚化爐、后里焚化廠
U.S. media predict that Democrats will win in traditional Republican strongholds including Texas, South Carolina and Kansas in the midterm elections, creating a “blue wave” and likely taking majorities in both chambers of Congress.
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MIRROR member Stanley Yau plays twin brothers in the Taiwan-Malaysia co-produced film The Era of Farewells. To portray how the characters change across different eras, he studied and adjusted his accent, body language and gaze to show the passage of time. The film opens nationwide on the 13th.
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Companies mentioned：MIRROR、中央社
A community meal in Jinzhuli, Neimen District, Kaohsiung, resulted in food poisoning. All 18 people who sought medical care were discharged after their symptoms eased. Suspected “large bitter yam” ingredients found at the site have been sent for testing. The health bureau urged the public not to gather and eat wild plants.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、衛生福利部食品藥物管理署
台灣證券交易所 and 彭博 announced a strategic partnership focused on 4 areas: creating a dedicated page for Taiwan stocks, using the Power UP program to promote mid-sized companies internationally, expanding co-branded indexes and establishing a financial laboratory to raise the international profile of Taiwan's capital market.
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Companies mentioned：台灣證券交易所、彭博、Bloomberg、中央社