Patent-focused AI service “MyTokkyo.Ai” adopted by ジヤトコ株式会社 to support R&D and intellectual property operations
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The patent-focused AI service “MyTokkyo.Ai,” provided by リーガルテック株式会社, has been adopted by ジヤトコ株式会社, which develops and manufactures automotive transmissions and other products.
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Capital: 29.9353 billion yen (as of June 30, 2026)
Capital: 493 million yen (including capital reserve)
Launch of “information-sharing collaboration” to prevent the spread of damage from special fraud and other crimes
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au Jibun Bank has signed an agreement with 警察庁 to prevent the spread of damage from special fraud and will begin operating an “information-sharing collaboration” on November 9, 2026.
[D-SHOCK 8th Kyushu Qualifier] 104 teams and 239 participants gather in Fukuoka! Full results announced for the 2026-2027 season, with a total prize pool of 500,000 yen and 2 distinguished judges
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The 8th Kyushu Qualifier of “D-SHOCK 2026-2027 ROUND,” a street dance competition organized by 株式会社Chord Prise, was held in Fukuoka on October 31, 2026, with 104 teams and 239 participants. The full results of the competition for a total prize pool of 500,000 yen have been announced.
Largest sales floor among stores with an in-house kitchen! PAPABUBBLE to open at イクスピアリ® in Maihama on November 21
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株式会社PAPABUBBLE will open its 24th store, PAPABUBBLE イクスピアリ店, at イクスピアリ in Maihama, Chiba, on November 21, 2026. The store will have the largest sales floor among its locations with an in-house kitchen, and will host candy-making performances and hands-on events.
Avant sponsors Accounting Competition 2026 (11th edition), a research presentation contest by students studying accounting
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株式会社アバント has announced that it will sponsor “Accounting Competition 2026 (11th edition),” to be held on December 13, 2026. The company has supported the competition continuously since 2019, and Kunihiro Okahashi of its Corporate Value Consulting Division is scheduled to participate as a judge.
Can you even ask about the president’s salary? 株式会社SA to hold “A Meeting to Learn About SA” on November 11
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株式会社SA will hold “A Meeting to Learn About SA” on November 11, 2026, where participants can ask individual questions about company finances and working practices, including the president’s compensation and the all-employees-as-presidents system.
The author, who derives an original philosophy of history from vast historical documents, reveals a new history of medieval Japan through discoveries made over the past 20 years. The second volume following the bestseller “The Truth of Ancient History”!
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Makoto Takemitsu’s “The Truth of Medieval History” will be released on November 5, 2026. A sequel to the bestseller “The Truth of Ancient History,” it explores medieval Japanese history based on discoveries made over the past 20 years.
Facts
Release date: November 5, 2026
List price: 1,408 yen (tax included)
ISBN: 978-4-413-04763-0
Born in Yamaguchi Prefecture in 1950
Retired from 明治学院大学 in 2019 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age
A leading criminologist introduces tips to help older adults avoid becoming victims of crime and the latest crime-prevention knowledge, based on “crime opportunity theory,” which is widely accepted overseas!
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Leading criminologist Nobuo Komiya introduces the book “Pitfalls That Make Older Adults Targets of Criminals,” which offers tips and the latest crime-prevention knowledge to help older adults avoid becoming victims of crime, based on “crime opportunity theory,” a mainstream approach overseas.
Esports team “REJECT” forms strategic business alliance with 株式会社ナハト
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Esports team “REJECT,” operated by 株式会社REJECT, and 株式会社ナハト, which handles social media advertising and social commerce, have formed a strategic business alliance to strengthen support for streamers and professional players and build an ecosystem.
Sports-focused crowdfunding platform スポチュニティ to launch 4th “Trinita 12 Project” campaign for 大分トリニータ on Nov. 12!
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スポチュニティ株式会社 and 大分トリニータ launched the 4th installment of the “Trinita 12 Project,” a crowdfunding campaign offering limited-edition merchandise to celebrate Christmas and the New Year, on Nov. 12.
Preventing harassment training from being “one and done” and visualizing behavior change: Humap launches training effectiveness survey
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Humap, the HR tech business of research company アスマーク, has launched a “Training Effectiveness Survey” co-developed with 日本ハラスメントリスク管理協会. The service combines a comprehension test immediately after training with a survey on behavior retention about 3 months later, making the outcomes and challenges of harassment training visible.
Special auction supporting the development of the next generation at H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス ends after reaching its target!
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スポチュニティ株式会社 announced that a special auction to support the development of the next generation at H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス reached its fundraising target and ended with total contributions of 716,000 yen.
【Alpen Outdoors】Make your winter camping debut! Set up in 1 minute and pack up in 1 minute! “TC Hexagonal Camping Shade L,” made with spark-resistant TC fabric, launches Nov. 20
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株式会社アルペン will launch 6 new gear models for winter camping beginners from its private brand “Alpen Outdoors” on Nov. 20, 2026. The flagship “TC Hexagonal Camping Shade L” can be set up and packed away in 1 minute and is made with spark-resistant TC fabric. The “Mat Cover Schlaf-5,” expansion parts for the “Aluminum Unit Table,” and collaboration items with ホカロン will also launch at the same time or in succession.
アカチャンホンポ strengthens its food offerings! First “NISHIKIYA KITCHEN” shop-in-shop to open at アカチャンホンポ LaLaport Fujimi
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株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will open the first shop-in-shop for “NISHIKIYA KITCHEN,” the retort food brand of 株式会社にしき食品, at アカチャンホンポ LaLaport Fujimi on Nov. 20, 2026. The shop will carry 77 products selected from a lineup of about 120 varieties, strengthening its support for family eating habits.
Valuence INFINITIES Dance Academy to launch “VIDA CLUB,” a beginner dance class for adults, on Nov. 17!
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Valuence INFINITIES Dance Academy, operated by バリュエンスジャパン株式会社, will launch “VIDA CLUB,” a beginner dance class for adults aged 23 and older, on Nov. 17, 2026.
アスエネ signs sustainability partner and ad-board partner agreements with ジュビロ磐田
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アスエネ株式会社 has signed sustainability partner and ad-board partner agreements with Jリーグ club ジュビロ磐田. The company will provide support for calculating CO2 emissions and developing reduction road maps using its AI platform “ASUENE.”
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Capital: 15.1 billion yen (including capital surplus)
For more than 30 years since joining Jリーグ
Joining the international environmental assessment index “Sport Positive Leagues (SPL)” from 2026
Cumulative number of companies with annual sales of ¥500 billion or more to have adopted the service
The cute and cool world of My Melody and Kuromi! “My Melody & Kuromi Sparkling Set” joins Gakken New Blocks, available exclusively online!!
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株式会社学研ステイフル will launch the “Gakken New Blocks My Melody & Kuromi Sparkling Set,” themed around Sanrio characters My Melody and Kuromi, exclusively through e-commerce platforms starting November 12, 2026.
“OMTECH Rising Up Supplement Premium,” featuring Japan’s highest concentration※1 of TESTOSURGE® from men’s wellness brand OMTECH, is here. A surging pulse, toward even greater heights for men
The flavor of soy sauce × chocolate! A new “Kanro Ame” to enjoy across generations arrives. Kanro “Chocolate Kanro Ame” launches November 10, 2026 (Tuesday)
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カンロ株式会社 will launch “Chocolate Kanro Ame,” a new limited-time product combining the flavors of soy sauce and chocolate, nationwide starting November 10, 2026.
QommonsAI training held in Higashikagura, Hokkaido
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On October 21, 2026, Polimill株式会社 held an advanced training session on the generative AI tool QommonsAI for staff of Higashikagura, Hokkaido. About 50 people participated, aiming to expand and embed practical use through a PowerPoint creation workshop and a lecture on AI agents.
Facts
Oct. 21, 2026
About 50 people in person
About 10 people online
Approximately 1,100 or more municipalities nationwide
【LA VIE 1923】A winter-only luxury plan featuring caviar, lobster, and Japanese black wagyu: “AKARENGA Premium Grill & Free-Flow” goes on sale November 1 (90 minutes of all-you-can-drink included)
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LA VIE 1923, operated by ジーライオングループ, will begin selling “AKARENGA Premium Grill & Free-Flow,” a new winter-only plan featuring premium ingredients, on November 1, 2026.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Period through Jan. 31, 2027 (Sun.)
Price: ¥16,500 (tax included; service charge not included)
Free-flow drinks (90-minute limit)
A 10% service charge will be added separately
Group employees: 5,792
Group companies: 163
Group locations: 503 stores
FY2025 revenue: ¥462.8 billion
Companies mentioned：G LION GROUP、ジーライオングループ、株式会社ジーライオン、LA VIE 1923、BMW
Launch of operations for “information-sharing collaboration” aimed at preventing the spread of damage from special fraud schemes
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ソニー銀行 has entered into an “information-sharing collaboration” agreement with 警察庁 and 都道府県警察 to prevent the spread of damage from special fraud schemes, and will begin operations on November 9, 2026.
More natural than ever, more radiant than ever—. The cover and opening gravure feature Miu Shirahama in issue 49 of 週刊少年チャンピオン, on sale November 5 (Thursday). An all-applicants service campaign for an exclusive QUO Card is also running!
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株式会社秋田書店 announced that Miu Shirahama will appear on the cover and in the opening gravure of issue 49 of 週刊少年チャンピオン, on sale November 5, and will run an all-applicants service for an exclusive QUO Card.
“Is it really okay to draw this much!?” A popular illustrator who successively developed uterine fibroids, Graves’ disease, and cataracts turns her own experiences into manga. The author’s first comic essay will be released by 集英社 on November 5 (Thursday)
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Popular illustrator Yasuko Shindo will release her first comic essay, “Yasuko Shindo’s Diary of Adult Illnesses,” depicting her experiences with uterine fibroids, Graves’ disease, and cataracts, from 集英社 on November 5.
LIFULL HOME'S improves hazard map (flooding and landslides) rendering accuracy in property details for pre-owned condominiums and detached homes, enabling more detailed understanding of disaster risks
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LIFULL HOME'S, operated by 株式会社LIFULL, will improve the rendering accuracy of hazard maps (flooding and landslides) on property detail pages for pre-owned condominiums and detached homes starting October 20, 2026. The change from tile images to polygon rendering will enable more detailed identification of risk zones and faster display while maintaining a color-vision-accessible palette.
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“Surrounding environment (neighbors, public safety, disaster resilience, etc.)” ranks highly at 40.3%
“Disaster-resilient areas (hazard maps)” reached 28.7%
The rate of change in the number of users viewing hazard maps was 119.5% across Tokyo and the three neighboring prefectures
【ABC Mart】“LITE ON.PLAY ON.” Make every day freer and more fun for children with Vans kids’ shoes “VANS LITE.”
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ABC-MART is offering the “VANS LITE” series of children’s shoes from Vans. 5 models (BRAVO, IVY, EYVEE, FALKEN SPN, and SF MOC) are available, featuring a lightweight feel and stylish design. Prices range from ¥5,390 to ¥6,050.
【Departing from Yokosuka Port】Celebrate 5 years of service and enjoy a 東京九州フェリー voyage! Easy solo travel is OK! “One-way Kitakyushu Plan” now on sale!
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東京九州フェリー has launched the “One-way Kitakyushu Plan,” a one-way trip from Yokosuka Port to Kitakyushu, to mark its 5th anniversary. Available to parties of 1 or more, the plan includes onboard perks and accommodation in Kokura.
[Departing from Shin-Moji Port] Celebrate 5 years of service and enjoy a trip on 東京九州フェリー! Solo travel welcome! “One-way Kanto Plan” now on sale!
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To mark its 5th anniversary, 東京九州フェリー has launched the “One-way Kanto Plan,” traveling from Shin-Moji Port to Yokosuka. The plan is available to 1 person or more and includes the fare and a 1-night stay at a hotel in Yokosuka with breakfast.
Lemons and oranges from Setouchi baked into cookies as whole slices! Enjoy citrus from Setouchi with these new souvenirs, “Setouchi Lemon Cookies” and “Setouchi Orange Cookies,” launching Nov. 5 (Thursday)
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株式会社ドウシシャ will launch “Setouchi Lemon Cookies” and “Setouchi Orange Cookies,” made with whole slices of lemons and oranges from Setouchi, on Nov. 5, 2026.
[Kuwana City × eiicon] 8 startups aiming to co-create with Kuwana City to take the stage! “MASH UP! KUWANA 2026 Special Day” to be held Dec. 3 (Thursday)
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株式会社eiicon announced that it will hold the pitch event “MASH UP! KUWANA 2026 Special Day” on Dec. 3, 2026, featuring 8 startups aiming to co-create with Kuwana City, Mie Prefecture.
Facts
8 startups that passed the document screening
To be held on Dec. 3, 2026 (Thursday)
A corporate network with more than 40,000 companies
A heart-shaped light gently appears when you turn on the switch. A PLAZA-exclusive color combining cuteness and elegance is coming to the buzzworthy リファ Heart Dryer Aira.
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株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス プラザスタイル カンパニー will launch “Shell Pink,” a PLAZA-exclusive color of the “リファ Heart Dryer Aira,” on Nov. 12, 2026.
[キハチ カフェ] Enjoy a special selection of chestnut desserts at the “Marron Sweets Fair”! 5 chestnut treats, including the “Special Mont Blanc Parfait” with its refined chestnut aroma and refreshing notes
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Kihachi Cafe, operated by アイビーカンパニー株式会社, will hold its “Marron Sweets Fair” from Nov. 10, featuring 5 chestnut desserts.
“doda Campus,” operated by 株式会社ベネッセ i-キャリア, surveyed students graduating in 2028 about their experiences after participating in summer internships and open company programs. The results showed that the share who wanted to continue job hunting after July of their 4th year of university increased by 11.6 percentage points year over year, pointing to growing interest in early selection and a desire to continue job hunting until they are satisfied with the outcome.
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35.6% for internships
71.7% for open company programs
Original27卒比で11.3ポイント減
The most common response, at 68.3%
Original27卒比で7.5ポイント増加
“October” was the most common response, at 25.6%
Original27卒比で4.9ポイント増加
“Through June” was the most common response, at 25.0%
Popular food products from across Kyoto all in one place!
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京都府 and 京都市 will hold the “Food of Kyoto TABLE” Autumn Special Fair on Nov. 14 and 15 in the visitor area of the Fisheries Building at the Kyoto City Central Wholesale Market. The event will feature sales of processed foods and a prize drawing, and admission is free.
雨穴’s latest book, 『雨穴の家』, goes on sale Nov. 13! A “strange bookstore” by the author of the “変なシリーズ,” which has sold 10 million copies worldwide, appears! Special bonuses, including a bookmark featuring a “strange floor plan” from 『雨穴の家』, also unveiled!
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雨穴’s latest book, 『雨穴の家』, will be published by 双葉社 on Nov. 13. It is a new-genre “history novel” by the author whose works have sold 10 million copies worldwide. In-store decorations and a fair will be held at 紀伊國屋書店渋谷道玄坂店, and bonuses including a special bookmark and downloadable content have also been unveiled.
Facts
More than 10 million copies sold worldwide
A new mystery novel spanning 140 pages
Tentative price: 1,700 yen (before tax)
Translation and publication have been confirmed in 41 countries and regions
New installments in popular series, including 柏井壽’s 『三日月旅館 日本一のおもてなし』 and 吉田篤弘’s 『それでも世界は回っている 2』! New November releases from 徳間文庫! An advance exclusive preview of the opening of 『三日月旅館』 is also available!
How many homemakers are looking for a third place? 79.2% say it is “necessary”
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In a survey by しゅふＪＯＢ総研, 79.2% of homemakers seeking to balance work and family said a third place was “necessary,” but only 39.0% said they “have one.” The most common response was “a place where you can be alone (such as a coffee shop or library),” at 60.4%.
Facts
“Necessary”: 79.2%
“Have one”: 39.0%
Valid responses: 164
“Places where you can be alone (cafés, libraries, etc.)” 60.4%
“Communities with friends” 56.1%
“Communities with fellow hobbyists and fans” 34.1%
To you, whose heart feels heavy for some reason despite trying so hard. The latest book by hugely popular spiritual counselor Yoshikazu Namiki, “Soul Cleansing: Let Your Heart Feel Light,” is set for release on December 3 ☆
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株式会社幻冬舎 announced that it will release “Soul Cleansing: Let Your Heart Feel Light,” by Yoshikazu Namiki, on December 3, 2026.
[Tokyo Tower × NAKED] Projection Mapping to Light Up the Winter Night Sky Is Back This Year
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株式会社ネイキッド will present the projection-mapping show “TOKYO TOWER CITY LIGHT FANTASIA 2026 Winter” on the Tokyo Tower Main Deck from November 1, 2026, through February 14, 2027. A limited-time collaborative presentation with the drama “Minamida Minami, Attorney at Law, Is a Natural-Born Genius” will also be staged.
“かっぱ寿司 × Tomica” Collaboration Campaign: Bringing the Delicious Taste of Yellowtail Raised in Japanese Waters to Stores! The 2nd installment features a “Truck (with a yellowtail that glows in the dark)”
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As the 2nd installment of the collaboration campaign between かっぱ寿司 and Takara Tomy’s “Tomica,” a miniature “Truck (yellowtail)” car with a glow-in-the-dark feature will be given away starting November 19.
Facts
Starting today, November 5, 2026 (Thursday)
The 2nd installment arrives on Thursday, November 19
For customers who spend 3,500 yen or more, including tax
For a bill of 7,000 yen, including tax, 2 cars will be awarded
Cumulative sales have exceeded 1 billion units (as of December 2024)
Immune Cells Associated with Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms in Children Detected in Blood — A New Indicator for Assessing Rhinitis Caused by Dust Mites and Japanese Cedar Pollen —
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A research group including Assistant Professor Ken Yamamoto of the Graduate School of Medicine at Chiba University found that, in children aged 15 and under with allergic rhinitis, a specific type of immune cell that responds to dust mites and Japanese cedar pollen (peff-mCD4 cells) is closely associated with the severity of nasal symptoms. The findings suggest the potential for a new indicator of disease severity distinct from conventional IgE tests.
How Would Dining Out Change if the Food Consumption Tax Were Cut? “Survey on Food Purchases and Restaurant Use” of 10,000 V Members
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Vポイントマーケティング surveyed approximately 10,000 V Members on dining-out trends if the consumption tax on food were cut. Takeout increases were most common at hamburger and chicken restaurants, though some categories saw a greater decline in dine-in visits; more than half have changed their eating habits due to rising prices.
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A consumption tax rate of 1% is included in the proposal
[Stripe International] Win 1,111 Rakuten Points in a Drawing for 111 Winners! Campaign Spanning 7 Brands, Including earth music&ecology and AMERICAN HOLIC
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株式会社ストライプインターナショナル will run a campaign from November 9 to 30, 2026, offering 1,111 Rakuten Points to 111 randomly selected customers who spend at least 5,000 yen before tax at participating stores.
〈Film adaptation confirmed, starring Hokuto Matsumura and Mayu Hotta!〉 “Voice-over: To You I Have Yet to Meet,” a Story of Quiet Love Nurtured Through a Shared Viewpoint, Goes on Sale from 河出文庫 on November 9
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河出書房新社 announced that it will publish Rieko Obayashi’s “Voice-over: To You I Have Yet to Meet” as a 河出文庫 title on November 9, 2026. A film based on the book, “To You I Have Yet to Meet,” will also receive a nationwide release from April 2, 2027, distributed by 松竹.
Turn It Black. Okamoto’s Serious “Black Beef Curry” Now Available for a Limited Time.
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“Black Beef Curry” will be available for a limited time starting November 11, 2026, at Nikumeshi Okamoto, operated by 株式会社トビラダイニング, a subsidiary of Arcland Service Holdings. It is priced at 890 yen (979 yen including tax).
Musical “青春-AOHARU-鉄道” 7 ~East Side Story~: 2 Tokyo Performances on November 14 (Saturday), Matinee and Evening, to Be Streamed Live Exclusively on Nico Nico!
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株式会社ドワンゴ announced that it will exclusively broadcast the November 14 Tokyo performance of the musical “青春-AOHARU-鉄道” 7 ~East Side Story~ on Nico Nico Live.
Why does MOW’s packaging now say “Mou...” ? Long-held feelings finally overflow in “Mou... I want to be your favorite vanilla.” WEB video featuring Yumi Kawai speaking for those feelings, plus transit ads sharing them
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森永乳業 began selling limited-edition packaging for its MOW cup ice cream on November 2 and is running a WEB video featuring actor Yumi Kawai, as well as transit ads at Shibuya Station.
Facts
Sales began nationwide on a rolling basis from Monday, November 2
From 10 a.m. today, Thursday, November 5
Transit ads will run at Shibuya Station from Monday, November 9
“Ｒｅ就活,” the No. 1 job-change site for people in their 20s chosen by people in their 20s, to air a new commercial featuring Riito Itagaki from Saturday, November 7, 2026
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株式会社学情 announced that a new commercial for its job-change site for people in their 20s, “Ｒｅ就活,” will air starting Nov. 7, 2026. The campaign features actor Rihito Itagaki and will also use YouTube and social media for promotion.
Facts
3 million members
No. 1 job-change site for people in their 20s for 8 consecutive years
93.3% of its 3 million registered members are in their 20s
“Scout-based job-hunting site 〈Ｒｅ就活キャンパス〉” with 600,000 members
JTB BÓKUN launches new API for integration with external systems
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株式会社JTB has launched a new “Channel Manager API” that enables its experience and activity booking management system, JTB BÓKUN, to integrate with external systems. This allows businesses to automatically synchronize inventory and prices with overseas OTAs such as Viator and Klook while keeping their existing systems.
Facts
February 2021
More than 1,400 companies
Companies mentioned：株式会社JTB、JTB BÓKUN、Viator、Klook、Get Your Guide、トリップアドバイザー、Bókun、GetYourGuide
The 2nd Inclusive Education Promotion Forum for fiscal year Reiwa 8 will be held
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神奈川県 will hold the 2nd Inclusive Education Promotion Forum on Nov. 29, Reiwa 8, to promote inclusive education and help realize an inclusive society. The event is free to attend and has a capacity of 540 people.
Learn about and discuss inclusive education in the metaverse!
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神奈川県 and 海老名市 will hold an event to promote inclusive education using the metaverse. The event will feature videos, quizzes and discussion on Vket Cloud, as well as presentations on practical initiatives by VTubers.
[First in the Tokai region] Hokkaido-only “Blue Pond” makes a limited-time appearance at Matsuzakaya Nagoya. Its signature Caramel Crispy and a cheesecake that sells out every day are also on offer
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“BLUE POND (Blue Pond),” a Hokkaido-only caramel milk sweets specialty shop jointly developed by 株式会社グレープストーン and 大丸松坂屋百貨店, will open for a limited time at 松坂屋名古屋店 from Nov. 13 to 24, 2026. Its signature Caramel Crispy has surpassed 1 million units in cumulative sales, and the shop is making its first appearance in the Tokai region.
Facts
Original2026年11月13日(金)～24日(火)
1 million units sold cumulatively
A pioneer in dairy farming with more than 100 years of history
A hit even as a comic adaptation! New releases of 7 titles from “Berries Fantasy,” including the next volume of “I Became the Stepmother of the Twin Princes,” go on sale Thursday, Nov. 5
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Starts Publishing will release 7 new titles on Nov. 5, 2026, from “Berries Fantasy,” its label for romantic fantasy novels set in another world.
Facts
7 new releases
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
List price: 1,500 yen + tax
List price: 1,450 yen + tax
Companies mentioned：スターツ出版株式会社、Berry's Fantasy、Berry’s COMICS、Berry‘s Fantasy COMICS
[ホテルオークラ神戸] Reservations open Nov. 5 for a stay plan with admission tickets to “The Great Van Gogh Exhibition: The Langlois Bridge at Arles” and an afternoon tea set
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ホテルオークラ神戸 will begin taking reservations on Nov. 5, 2026, for a stay plan with admission tickets to “The Great Van Gogh Exhibition: The Langlois Bridge at Arles,” held at 神戸市立博物館, and for an afternoon tea set. They will be available starting Feb. 6, 2027.
Facts
Starts on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
Available from Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027, through Sunday, May 30
It will be shown in Japan for the first time in about 70 years
A festive feast for Christmas Eve. A Christmas limited-time course featuring Kobe beef steak and richly flavorful simmered hamburg steak at Kobe Sannomiya’s 洋食屋 神戸デュシャン
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Kobe Sannomiya Western-style restaurant 洋食屋 神戸デュシャン will offer a Christmas limited-time course by reservation only during dinner on Dec. 24 and 25. Guests can choose from 3 courses featuring hamburg steak, Kobe beef steak and more, priced from 5,940 yen to 16,500 yen.
[そごう横浜店] Take a little break with a sweet treat: a recommended selection of shortcakes
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The confectionery section on the 2nd basement floor of そごう横浜店 is showcasing shortcakes from 6 shops, including 馬車道十番館, アンリ・シャルパンティエ, グラマシーニューヨーク, 新宿高野 and 日本橋千疋屋総本店, in connection with “Shortcake Day” on the 22nd of each month.
[Osaka, Umeda] Christmas event “HERBIS × Motohiro Hata 20th Anniversary: HERBIS CHRISTMAS—A Gift on a Holy Night” to be held!
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Commercial complex ハービスPLAZA／PLAZA ENT, part of Hankyu Hanshin Holdings, will hold a Christmas event from Dec. 1 to 25, 2026, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Motohiro Hata’s major-label debut.
The star signs entering the “Great Cycle of Misfortune” in 2027 revealed! Sales begin for “Your 2027 Destiny and Compatibility,” based on Six Star Astrology devised by Kazuko Hosoki and carried on by Kaori Hosoki—includes advice on navigating the Great Cycle of Misfortune, tips for good fortune and a free reading to find your star sign
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薫白竜株式会社 has begun selling “Your 2027 Destiny and Compatibility,” a reading of more than 10,000 characters on fortunes for 2027, on the official Six Star Astrology website. It also announced that Venus People (+), Mars People (−) and Mars People (+) will enter the “Great Cycle of Misfortune” in 2027, while Mercury People (−) will reach the peak of good fortune, “Achievement.”
ロッテ holds data science lesson using actual confectionery purchase data at a school selected for the education ministry’s “DX High School” program.
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株式会社ロッテ held a data science lesson at Okinawa Prefectural Tomigusuku High School, selected for the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “DX High School” program, using QPR®, consumer purchase history data from マクロミル社.
Facts
Nationwide scale of 35,000 people
20 third-year students taking an information literacy course
The Toy Story 5 Blu-ray + DVD set goes on sale Dec. 23 (Wed.)! The 50-member “Buzz army” also springs into action! Staff are left bewildered, saying, “This is bad!” How the thrilling action scenes were made!
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The Toy Story 5 Blu-ray + DVD set, 4K UHD + Blu-ray set, and DVD will go on sale on Dec. 23, 2026. Behind-the-scenes footage, including the origin story of the “Buzz army,” has been released as bonus content. The products will be released by ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン and ハピネット・メディアマーケティング.
Facts
A total of 50 Buzzes
It marks 30 years since its release in Japan
They recall thinking, “This is bad,” just 5 seconds later
A Blu-ray + DVD set with a raised, embossed outer case, to be released on Dec. 23, 2026 (Wed.)
A romantic comedy with an unpredictable story, brought to life by talented and veteran actors! The Korean drama Mari and the Secret Men will stream exclusively on U-NEXT starting Nov. 6 (Fri.)
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U-NEXT, a video streaming service operated by 株式会社U-NEXT, announced that it will begin exclusive early streaming of the Korean drama Mari and the Secret Men on Nov. 6, 2026.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
120 episodes
220 yen each
Viewing period: 3 days
More than 500,000 titles
More than 1.37 million books
July 2023
As of Sept. 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社 U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、KBS Media Ltd.、KBS、Paravi、TBS、テレビ東京、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、GEM Partners
[TAC Patent Attorney Course] Free webinar on Nov. 10 (Tue.): “What kind of work does a patent attorney do? A comprehensive guide to the appeal of the intellectual property business and the future prospects of the qualification”
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TAC株式会社 will hold a free online webinar on Nov. 10 for people aiming to pass the patent attorney examination.
[Electrical Workers] Pre-exam practical skills mock test [Limited capacity] Scheduled!
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TAC株式会社 will hold a last-minute preparation course for electrical worker exam candidates, the “Electrical Workers Pre-exam Practical Skills Mock Test.” The Class I test will be held at the Shibuya campus on Nov. 14 and 15. The Class II test will be offered in 3 locations—Tokyo (Shibuya), Osaka (Umeda) and Aichi (Nagoya)—on a rolling basis starting Nov. 28. Capacity is limited.
[GLOBAL WORK] Unveils its Winter 26 WOMEN outerwear collection! Find the design you want to wear this year! Features its largest-ever range of styles
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GLOBAL WORK, a brand of 株式会社アダストリア, has launched its Winter 2026 WOMEN outerwear collection, featuring an all-time-high 23 styles. The lineup includes a variety of options such as air thermal, down and reversible items, and is available at the official online store, ZOZOTOWN and other retailers.
[Wedding Ring Regrets and Realities] About 70% have no regrets, while the points people wish they had prioritized were “design” and “comfort”
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A survey on wedding rings by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社輪-RIN- found that 70.5% said they “hardly ever wear” their wedding rings, while 77.5% were satisfied with the design and materials. About 70% had no regrets, and the main points people prioritized were “design” and “comfort.”
Facts
200 men and women nationwide
70.5% said they “hardly ever wear” their wedding rings
77.5% said they were “satisfied” with their wedding ring’s design and materials
68.0% said there was “nothing in particular” they wished they had done differently
Answered that they had “never used” after-sales service
[Survey on Security Awareness] About 1 in 5 people said they had “changed a service they use or a business partner” after seeing news about personal information leaks
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社TSSソフトウェア found that 18.7% had changed or considered changing a service or business partner after news of a personal information leak. The survey also revealed levels of trust in and understanding of security certification marks, as well as how much these are prioritized when selecting a systems company.
What people want from a watch chosen to mark a milestone in life: Rank 1, “quality that lasts a lifetime (29.2%)”; rank 2, “practicality for everyday use (20.2%)”
[Which procedures should be digitized first?] More than 30% said “procedures at government offices”! “Hospital reception and medical questionnaires (15.2%)” came next
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and GOSPA found that 25.8% felt stressed by analog procedures. The top choice for procedures to digitize first was “procedures at government offices” (31.6%), followed by “hospital reception and medical questionnaires” (15.2%).
[Asked 1000 men and women] Ranking of celebrities people would like to go diving with in the waters of Okinawa!
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株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社ジャミング announced the results of a survey of 1000 men and women across Japan on “Celebrities people would like to go diving with in the waters of Okinawa.” Sakana-kun came in 1st with 45 votes, Takuya Kimura in 2nd with 37 votes, and Haruka Ayase in 3rd with 35 votes.
[How did people choose a builder for their custom homes?] Top choices were “visiting a model home (57.0%)” and “meetings with the representative (41.0%)”
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株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社トラストホーム surveyed 100 people with experience building custom homes about why they chose a custom home and how they selected a homebuilder or construction company. Freedom in floor plan design was the most common reason for choosing a custom home, while visiting model homes was among the top ways people narrowed down their choice of builder.
[Survey on attitudes toward facility security] Half said facilities with “entry and exit management” provide peace of mind when used by family members
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According to a survey on attitudes toward facility security conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社ナック電子, 84.2% of respondents said they did not feel concerned about security at facilities, while commercial facilities were the most common source of concern. More than half said they would prefer facilities with “entry and exit management” to ensure their families’ safety, and installing security cameras was the most sought-after measure.
Facts
500 men and women across Japan
84.2% do not feel seriously concerned about the security of facilities they regularly use
The most common answer was “commercial facilities,” at 30.4%
“Facilities with managed entry and exit” at 50.4%
Together, they accounted for 53.8%
The most common answer was “installation of security cameras,” at 56.8%
[Top 10 idols who were added to playlists the most last week]
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AWA株式会社 announced the top 10 idols added to playlists during the period from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, 2026. M!LK ranked 1st among Heisei-era debuts, while SixTONES ranked 1st among Reiwa-era debuts.
A revival of Hideki Noda’s acclaimed play: Inunekokai’s Oil to feature post-show talk with theater reporter Hiroko Yamaguchi
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Inunekokai will stage Oil, a play written by Hideki Noda, at Ueno Storehouse from Nov. 12 to 15, 2026. Theater reporter Hiroko Yamaguchi and 3 cast members have been confirmed as guests for the post-show talk.
[LILY BROWN × Monchhichi] First collaboration with the beloved character “Monchhichi,” loved around the world! Special collection featuring model Michi unveiled <Nationwide release Nov. 12 (Thu)>
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LILY BROWN, the women's brand of 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, is teaming up for the first time with the long-selling character Monchhichi, and will release a special collection starting Nov. 12, 2026. Visuals featuring model Michi will also be unveiled.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Nov. 5 (Thu), 12:00
Price: ¥27,940
Price: ¥16,940
Price: 9,900 yen
Price: ¥14,960
Price: ¥7,920
Price: ¥6,380
Price: ¥6,930
More than 2 million followers across social media
A cumulative total of 100 million units have been sold
[MUCHA] New fragrance “Byzantine Bamboo 1897” launches Nov. 5
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MUCHA, a brand operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will launch a new eau de toilette, “Byzantine Bamboo 1897,” inspired by the works of Alphonse Mucha, on Nov. 5, 2026.
Seminar on the “Post-grid-scale battery storage business” to be held on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026, featuring 株式会社H Energy, 株式会社悠Green, and environmental energy journalist Keiichi Motohashi!
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株式会社新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on the “Post-grid-scale battery storage business” on Dec. 9, 2026. Speakers will include Keiichi Motohashi, Japan country manager at 株式会社H Energy and director and GX adviser at 株式会社悠Green.
Just 5 cm when folded! Slim, foldable stepladder launched
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サンワサプライ株式会社 has released folding stepladders with a folded depth of just 5 cm and a load capacity of 100 kg: “150-SNCSTL80BK,” “150-SNCSTL80W,” “150-SNCSTL81BK,” and “150-SNCSTL81W.”
Make work in a Google Workspace environment easier with AI! “In-Depth Gemini Techniques (Dekiru Business)” to go on sale Nov. 11
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株式会社インプレス will release “In-Depth Gemini Techniques (Dekiru Business),” a book explaining how to use Gemini in a Google Workspace environment, on Nov. 11, 2026.
【JAF Ehime】Learn professional techniques you can use at home! “JAF Day at 石田クリーニング: Factory Tour & Stain Removal Seminar” to be held!
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The Ehime branch of 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟 will hold “JAF Day at 石田クリーニング: Factory Tour & Stain Removal Seminar” at the 石田クリーニング Matsuyama plant on Dec. 5, 2026.
【Hiraku × Gakken】An experiential project to make learning more enjoyable gets underway! “Komorebira Star Bath,” surrounded by a sky full of stars, to be held at NEWoMan Takanawa
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Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, and 株式会社ひらく have launched an experiential project to hold “Komorebira Star Bath” at NEWoMan Takanawa.
Acquisition of Fast Doctor’s home medical care support business for medical institutions
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Gakken Medical Consulting, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, has decided to acquire ファストドクター株式会社’s home medical care support business for medical institutions.
A major battle spanning 70 years of Godzilla history! The battle begins in the “Godzilla Card Game”! Starter decks (3 types) go on sale Nov. 6 (Fri.)!
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Toho and Bushiroad will release 3 starter deck types for the “Godzilla Card Game” on Nov. 6. The price is 1,500 yen. Related events and qualifying rounds for the 2027 national tournament are also planned.