Tool wholesaler makes a surprise appearance at a local festival with vegetables! Kinoshi persimmons, edible ground cherries and more from 六代目野田貴商店 sell out early, attracting popularity beyond the tool industry
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六代目野田貴商店, operated by tool wholesaler 株式会社ノダキ, set up a booth at the Nishi Ward Community Festival Plaza in Nishi Ward, Nagoya, where its agricultural products, including Kinoshi persimmons and edible ground cherries, sold out. The company also distributed its own vitamin jelly with salt for free, raising awareness of health.
Your feelings become fragrance. 3 sample scents are ready! THESPA FRAGRANCE scent-voting campaign starts Nov. 7 (Sat.)
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As part of the THESPA FRAGRANCE project jointly run by 株式会社ザスパ and エステー株式会社, a voting campaign for 3 fragrance samples created based on a survey of fans will begin on Nov. 7, 2026.
Fluffy little companions to brighten every day. New additions join the JOliJOli Teddy series
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株式会社ヘミングス will launch 4 new items in its JOliJOli Teddy series in October 2026: a hug charm, charm pouch, sitting plush toy and warmer. A sticker giveaway campaign will also be held exclusively at directly operated stores.
Facts
Lineup of 4 new items
Price: 3,190 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,520 yen (tax included)
Price: 4,180 yen (tax included)
Price: 4,950 yen (tax included)
For customers who spend 5,500 yen (tax included) or more
On sale since October 2026
[Start date] Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社スーパープランニング、JOliJOli、株式会社ヘミングス、HEMING’S OFFICIAL ONLINE STORE、キナリノモール店、CONCIERGE楽天市場店
[Webinar] “The Risk of AI Misrepresenting Your Company: An Introduction to Brand Risk Management for AI Responses” to be held Nov. 19 (Thu.) at 17:30
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Priv Tech株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 19, 2026, explaining the risks that misinformation and hallucinations generated by AI pose to brand trust.
Facts
Starting at 17:30 on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
17:30～18:00
We’ll introduce it in 30 minutes
5 steps: detection, prioritization, correction, remeasurement and reporting
Free e-book now available: “What Moms Do at Home to Help Their Autistic Children Who Echo Words Develop the Ability to Hold 2–3 Conversational Turns in 3 Months”
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株式会社パステルコミュニケーション has begun offering a free e-book by Nao Sakurayama on helping autistic children who echo words develop their conversational skills.
Facts
Conversational ability of 2–3 turns in 3 months
More than 8,000 families in Japan and overseas
A track record of 15 years of developmental support
Joint project by the ジャパン・ソサエティー (JS) Gallery and MIMOCA, “Gen’ichirō Inokuma’s NYC Salon,” opens in New York on Oct. 6
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“Gen’ichirō Inokuma’s NYC Salon,” an exhibition focusing on the artist’s years in New York (1955–1975), opened in New York on Oct. 6, 2026, as a joint project by ジャパン・ソサエティー and MIMOCA.
Facts
20 years
1955‒1975
1,000 works
Approximately 20,000 works
Companies mentioned：ジャパン・ソサエティー、JSギャラリー、MIMOCA、丸亀市猪熊弦一郎現代美術館、三越、JR、Hirose Family Collection、ウィラード・ギャラリー、東京美術学校、東京藝術大学、帝国美術院、新制作派協会、新制作協会
三幸電子株式会社 and 株式会社メイコー to exhibit together at Inter BEE 2026, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive media trade shows!
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三幸電子株式会社 and 株式会社メイコー will exhibit together at Inter BEE 2026, held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026. They will demonstrate video-space solutions featuring large LED displays and video wall systems.
Synology® announces PAS3600, an active-active storage system for midsize organizations
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Synology has announced the PAS3600, an active-active storage system for midsize organizations. The product runs DSM Enterprise OS and delivers high availability and data protection.
Facts
Nov. 5, 2026
12 bays
Up to 24 units
Up to 607K read IOPS
Up to 180K write IOPS
Read speeds of up to 6,053 MB/s
Write speeds of up to 3,650 MB/s
Organizations with 100–1,000 employees
Companies mentioned：Synology Japan株式会社、Synology、Synology NAS Group
Real estate crowdfunding platform TECROWD launches “Support Campaign for First-Time Investment Before Year-End”
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TECRA株式会社 will give new registrants an Amazon gift card worth 1,000 yen through its “Support Campaign for First-Time Investment Before Year-End,” running on the real estate crowdfunding platform TECROWD from Nov. 5 to 30, 2026.
JIMMY CHOO launches “Choo Stories,” a new storytelling series featuring Olivia Dean
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Jimmy Choo has launched “Choo Stories,” a new storytelling series highlighting life’s milestones and moments of change, and has released its first installment featuring British artist Olivia Dean.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
Throughout 2027
Founded in 1996
Operates more than 200 boutiques worldwide
Companies mentioned：JIMMY CHOO、Jimmy Choo Tokyo 株式会社、カプリホールディングス
Louis Vuitton has unveiled new men’s accessories, including scarves and beanies, from its latest LV SKI collection. The knitwear features three-dimensional Damier patterns and Monogram motifs, combining warmth, style and playfulness.
株式会社b-growth releases free white paper, “Complete Guide to Launching and Managing BtoB Community Marketing,” systematizing the entire process of turning prospects into fans and guiding them toward sales meetings to capture the 70% of decision-making that takes place before a meeting
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株式会社b-growth has released a free white paper, “Practical Guide to BtoB Community Marketing,” on launching and managing BtoB community marketing. It systematizes the process of building customer touchpoints and generating sales to address rising advertising CPA and changes in decision-making before sales meetings.
Facts
Advertising CPA (cost per acquisition) has risen 1.6 times
70% of the decision-making is already complete before a sales meeting
Sales meetings generated through referrals have a 5 times higher order rate
An in-house “BtoB Marketing Study Group” with 1,200 members
Includes a checklist of 9 preliminary planning items that must be organized before launch
Explained in all 7 steps
Assess whether it is right for your company using 10 criteria
Roadmap for the first 90 days after launch
The first 100 people
No more than 3 of every 10 posts should be company announcements
EIZO株式会社: Remote operation using 3D images enables unmanned construction work with heavy machinery—case study at 株式会社大林組
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EIZO株式会社’s 3D video remote operation system and ultra-high-sensitivity camera were adopted for unmanned construction work on the restoration project for National Route 249 in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, by 株式会社大林組.
“Basic Knowledge of Contemporary Terminology 2027” goes on sale—30 nominees for the New Words and Buzzwords Awards selected from the book finally announced
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株式会社自由国民社 published the annual edition of “Basic Knowledge of Contemporary Terminology 2027” on November 5, 2026. The 30 nominees for the New Words and Buzzwords Awards selected from the book were also announced.
株式会社ニッカネ holds ceremony and reception marking its 50th anniversary
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株式会社ニッカネ, a comprehensive wholesaler specializing in food products for commercial use, held a ceremony and reception marking its 50th anniversary at ホテル東日本宇都宮 on October 15, 2026. Approximately 400 people attended, sharing their gratitude for the founder’s journey and the company’s future management policies.
株式会社アドウェイズ has begun operating PRAX, an AI solution incorporating past proposal expertise and the thought processes of strategic planners. Operations began in July 2026, and as of the end of October of the same year, it had been used for 20 promotional proposals by the planning division.
Facts
Operations began in July 2026
As of the end of October of the same year
For 20 promotional proposals in the planning division
Build profiles of consumers on a scale of 10,000 people
株式会社大和総研: “Reducing the workload of vulnerability response: Building an ongoing security framework through automation” published
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A case study has been published on 株式会社大和総研’s adoption of SKY株式会社’s client operations management software, SKYSEA Client View. The system reduced workloads through centralized management of physical and virtual devices and automated vulnerability response.
北陸コンピュータ・サービス株式会社 will hold the “19th HCS Solution Fair 2026” at the Toyama Industrial Exhibition Center on November 19, 2026. Under the theme “Opening up a future with things we wish existed,” the event will feature ICT solutions exhibits, including AI applications and security measures, as well as a keynote address.
CyberLinks and RAUMSOFT establish joint venture to offer identity verification services using AI facial recognition
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株式会社サイバーリンクス and South Korea’s RAUMSOFT have established a joint venture, 株式会社ラウムジャパン, to provide identity verification services using AI facial recognition.
【Analysis of 420 new employees in the Kansai region】More than half said they had no career aspirations or were undecided, a higher share than in other regions
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A survey of new employees for fiscal 2026 conducted by ALL DIFFERENT株式会社 and ラーニングイノベーション総合研究所 found that, among 420 new employees in the Kansai region, more than half said they had no career aspirations or were undecided, a higher share than in other regions. The share who said they were doing “nothing in particular” to improve their skills and those who said they wanted to “leave work on time” were also higher than in other regions.
Facts
420 new employees who joined companies headquartered in the Kansai region
Targeting 3,849 new employees who joined companies in fiscal 2026
Nutribase announces MOU with Singapore’s long-established confectionery maker YiKoWei; takes part in Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries ceremony marking 60 years of Japan-Singapore diplomatic relations
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株式会社ニュートリベース announced that it had signed an MOU with Singaporean confectionery maker YiKoWei to jointly develop sweets using its nutritional powder “Ayo®.” The announcement was made at a ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to mark 60 years of Japan-Singapore diplomatic relations.
Facts
Oct. 29, 2026
Founded in 1983
60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations (SJ60)
【Survey report】Autumn brings an appetite for food! Survey examines dieting methods among men in their 30s to 60s. Only 23.1% of people dieting are satisfied
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A survey of men aged 30–69 conducted by 株式会社シンギー found that concerns about body shape and weight accounted for 41.0% of physical concerns, while only 23.1% of those taking measures were satisfied.
Facts
41.0% are concerned about their body shape or weight
4,997 respondents
2,048 people (41.0%)
The total was 56.3%
We focus on 414 men
290 people (70.0%)
“Aerobic exercise such as walking and running” was the most common, at 35.7%
“Eating less and reducing calorie intake” 23.9%
“Improving diet and nutritional balance” 18.1%
“Strength training” 17.9%
Supplements and health foods for dieting accounted for 8.7%
Body shape and weight: ¥1,958
Hair thinning and hair loss: ¥3,235
Declining vitality and stamina: ¥3,110
55.1% spent ¥0
121 people (41.7%) answered ¥0
The dissatisfied share was higher, at 39.3%
“Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied” accounted for 37.6%
81.2% have concerns beyond body shape and weight
336 people cited other concerns
78 people cited only body shape and weight (18.8%)
When you think, “There’s nothing left to do.” A free assessment and interactive demo, “ミエルLTV 体験ツアー,” for 楽天市場 stores show sales growth potential from improving repeat purchases in about 5 minutes
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メロンワークス合同会社 has released a free tool to assess sales growth potential through improved repeat purchases for 楽天市場 stores, along with an interactive demo, “体験ツアー,” of its LTV analysis service “ミエルLTV.”
Summer 2027 will bring unprecedented heat! 中村製作所, a maker of facilities for public spaces, proposes creating cool spaces close to home with new mist products.
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株式会社中村製作所 released new mist products for parks and landscaped facilities on Oct. 9, 2026, as measures against the extreme heat expected in 2027: “ミストポール（ミストフラワー、ミストツリー）” and “ミストレール.”
SAGA Smart Innovation Day ～1day完結型ハッカソン体験～ to be held
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佐賀県産業スマート化センター will hold “SAGA Smart Innovation Day,” a 1-day hackathon event, on Nov. 15, 2026, to create prototypes that address local challenges using AI and IoT.
Frozen meal delivery service nosh（ナッシュ） to exhibit for the first time at one of Japan’s largest influencer events, “Influencer’s EXPO 2026AW × FRAGRANCE DAY 2026”
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ナッシュ株式会社, which provides the frozen meal delivery service “nosh,” announced that it will exhibit for the first time at one of Japan’s largest influencer events, “Influencer’s EXPO 2026AW × FRAGRANCE DAY 2026.”
“Tour in VR, experience it on-site” — a first for the comprehensive housing exhibition industry! “VR Ariake Housing Park,” recreated in full CG based on architectural plans, now open
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On September 9, 2026, 株式会社サンフジ企画 unveiled “VR Ariake Housing Park,” a virtual space that recreates 有明住宅公園 in Koto Ward, Tokyo, in full CG based on its design plans. The service allows visitors to tour 8 model homes from 7 companies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and offers support from an AI concierge and online tour reservations.
Tips for creating a workplace people choose amid labor shortages: 2026 GJ certification system online seminar to be held on December 9
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一般社団法人日本BPO協会 will hold an online seminar on December 9, 2026, as part of a project commissioned by 厚生労働省 to raise awareness of the Good and Proper Manufacturing Contracting Business Certification System (GJ Certification System). 宇佐川邦子 of 株式会社インディードリクルートパートナーズ will deliver the keynote address, and 株式会社カインズサービス will present a case study.
Facts
Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Project to Promote Proper Contracting Operations and Improve Employment Management
A gratitude message mural created with a pressure washer for Hands Shibuya, closing after 48 years: “Sen-Q! Hands,” a tribute from longtime Shibuya comrades
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ケルヒャー ジャパン株式会社 created and unveiled “Sen-Q! Hands,” a gratitude message mural for Hands Shibuya, which will close on November 15, 2026, using a reverse-graffiti technique with a pressure washer. Messages from nearby facilities, including SHIBUYA109 and 渋谷PARCO, were painted on the walls and rooftop.
Exploring new relationships with tourists in Kyoto: “Borderless Visit” to launch a pilot project through a Kyoto City co-creation program
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Borderless House was selected for Kyoto City’s co-creation program “Commoning Kyoto” and plans to conduct a pilot project for “Borderless Table,” an initiative bringing travelers and residents together around a meal in a public space, during fiscal 2026.
Facts
More than 5,600 exchanges to date
The first attempt in 15 years to create a place for interaction outside the home
Preparations are underway with Kyoto City starting in October 2026
A pilot project is planned in Kyoto City during fiscal 2026
2 hours spent sharing a meal and conversation around a table
A new era of choosing a recruitment agent based on the individual consultant: Turning, a career-change app that connects users with agents who have helped people achieve their ideal careers, launches in full on November 1, 2026
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株式会社Turning Career will begin full-scale service of Turning, a career-change app for young professionals seeking senior-level positions, on November 1, 2026. The new service lets users choose their agent, and partnerships with 10 or more companies have already been agreed.
Facts
Full-scale service began on November 1, 2026
Partnerships have already been agreed with 10 or more recruitment agencies
Discussing with AI a passage preserved in a print book: library management app “Savage” revamped
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A revamped version of the library management app “Savage” was released on November 4, 2026, adding a feature that lets users discuss books with AI based on excerpts from print books and reading notes.
Just 5.5 tsubo in front of Tokyo’s Shimbashi Station: 新橋クラフトサケ醸造所／UBU, where a sushi restaurant and doburoku brewery share a space, to release 3 new doburoku varieties—“Ubu Sudachi,” “Ubu Sansho” and “Ubu Gari”—on November 5!
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新橋クラフトサケ醸造所／UBU will release 3 new doburoku varieties, “Ubu Sudachi,” “Ubu Sansho” and “Ubu Gari,” made with sudachi citrus, Japanese pepper and young ginger, on November 5.
[Shukuyo astrology × generative AI] Ancient divination meets conversational AI
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株式会社天六部屋 announced that readings by “もんじゅさま,” the AI in its Shukuyo astrology app, will be available through ソフトバンク株式会社’s “だれでもAI.” A benefit is also available for ソフトバンク, ワイモバイル and LINEMO users, bringing the premium plan’s monthly fee to 900 yen.
The second analysis of a survey on managers’ social capital, conducted by セカンドキャリア・インキュベーション協会（SCIA）. Among managers aged 55–59, 43.8% had “0” personal relationships that would continue after retirement, about 2 times the share among those aged 45–49. The proportion who were “doing nothing” also rose to 63.2%, while the share feeling anxious remained nearly unchanged across age groups.
Facts
43.8% among those aged 55–59
21.8% among those aged 45–49
63.2% among those aged 55–59
49.1% among those aged 45–49
300 full-time employees aged 45–59 at section-manager level or above
“Caring for the community and moving it forward”: UBAKU, a regional development team in Biei and Higashikawa, Hokkaido, gets underway
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Drawing on its experience operating UBAKU Villa, a vacation rental home, UBAKU, a regional development team in Biei and Higashikawa, Hokkaido, has launched full-scale activities including renovation design supervision, lodging business support, real estate planning and relocation consultations.
Facts
Its official website, “ubaku.jp,” went live on October 26, 2026
Original1日1組限定の一棟貸しの宿「UBAKU Villa 宇莫別荘」
More than 80% of overnight guests come from overseas
It has been named an Airbnb Superhost for 3 consecutive periods
It has a guest review score of 9.7 on Booking.com
It held a soft opening in December 2025
It officially opened on January 26, 2026
It was featured on HBC北海道放送’s “今日ドキッ！” on July 15, 2026
In 北海道建設新聞’s October 14 issue
In 北海道住宅産業新聞’s October 16 issue, on page 1
A former farmhouse built in 1968 and passed down for more than half a century
On a site of approximately 1,800 m², with a building of approximately 117 m²
The entire building can be rented exclusively for stays by groups ranging from 1 to a maximum of 10 people.
Approximately 18 minutes by car from Asahikawa Airport
Approximately 10 minutes by car from Biei Station
Approximately 35 minutes by car from Asahikawa Station
Approximately 40 minutes by car to the lavender fields in the Furano area (Farm Tomita)
DomoAI PTE. LTD. launched “DomoAI MCP & CLI” on October 29, 2026. The service works with AI tools such as Codex, Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and Cursor, and offers video, image, and audio generation features.
“くみたてハングル,” an introductory Hangul app for learning by “assembling” consonants and vowels, adds “タイピング工房” for practice by “typing” Hangul and Chapter 7, “つながる広場”
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株式会社AISolve added the typing practice feature “タイピング工房” and Chapter 7, “つながる広場,” to its introductory Hangul app “くみたてハングル” in an October 2026 update and published a web page explaining the basics.
Facts
October 2026 update
There are 14 basic consonants
There are 10 basic vowels
140 character combinations are possible
Practice has 4 levels, from S1 to S4
5 scenes (parts)
To be released in stages starting October 31, 2026
Bringing to Japan the British and American profession of “night nanny,” who cares for newborns while parents sleep. A company that made 10,000 visits last fiscal year through municipal parenting support launches “ナイトナニー ルーナ,” available from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
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株式会社ss-consul has launched “ナイトナニー ルーナ,” a nighttime, in-home postpartum care service. The company made approximately 10,000 visits last fiscal year through municipal parenting support, and its self-pay service provides newborn care by qualified professionals from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Facts
Approximately 10,000 visits last fiscal year
9 hours, from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
It reached 54.2% (1,029 people)
The figure is 64.8% among mothers giving birth for the first time
The company has received contracts from 32 cities, wards, towns, and villages
“SDxプラットフォーム委員会” launches, with software vendors, suppliers, and automakers participating across the industry to transform Japanese manufacturing around software
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一般社団法人組込みシステム技術協会（JASA） announced the establishment and launch of the “SDxプラットフォーム委員会,” chaired by Masaki Gondo, president and CEO of イーソル株式会社. A total of 10 companies, including 3 automakers, are participating in efforts to establish and demonstrate a common architecture for software-defined vehicles (SDVs). A detailed activity plan is scheduled to be announced at the “SDxカンファレンス” on November 19, 2026.
For e-commerce businesses｜Report on the latest year-end sales promotion trends and key points beyond relying on price cuts [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社BigFly has published a free November 2026 edition of its report, “Latest Year-End Sales Trends and Key Points,” for e-commerce businesses. According to a 総務省 survey, online spending in December is approximately 1.2 times the monthly average, and more than 30% of gift purchases are concentrated in November and December. The 消費者庁’s policy calls for caution when displaying comparisons with future prices, while a survey by アマゾンジャパン found that gift budgets rose approximately 15% year over year to ¥11,102.
More than 250 creator groups gather in Kobe! The largest event in the series, “ツクルヒトタチ博 in 神戸KIITO 2026,” takes place December 19 (Sat.) and 20 (Sun.)
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EggnWorks, operated by エッグンネスト株式会社, will hold “ツクルヒトタチ博 in 神戸KIITO 2026” at Design Creative Center Kobe (KIITO) on December 19 and 20, 2026. Approximately 250 creator groups—the largest scale in the series—will exhibit, with events including live painting and live music.
【Interviews with 10 community managers】The hardest part of running a community was not “attracting members” but “what comes after joining.” 株式会社AI Docks launches its interview media outlet “コミュニティ運営ラボ” in earnest and begins accepting nominations
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株式会社AI Docks launched its interview media outlet for community managers, “コミュニティ運営ラボ,” in earnest on November 5, 2026, and began accepting third-party nominations. It has interviewed 10 managers so far, finding a tendency for member retention after joining to be a greater challenge than attracting members.
Facts
The number of community managers interviewed reached 10 (from 10 communities) in October 2026
On November 5, 2026, we are launching “コミュニティ運営ラボ,” an interview media outlet for community managers, in earnest
We aim to interview 3–4 community managers each month
As a first step, we compared the 9 communities whose interview articles had been published at that time
We will share trends in community management identified through interviews with 10 communities
Post-joining concerns were the most common issue raised, mentioned by 5 of the 10 managers
2 managers cited attracting members
We aim to interview a total of 50 community managers by October 2027
We aim to interview a total of 50 community managers
Specializing in small and medium-sized businesses with 20 or fewer employees
We have received more than 100 inquiries about launching and managing communities
IRECORDS launches AI creative production services for businesses, providing advertising and branding support using video, music, and images
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“IRECORDS,” operated by 合同会社mocchi, has launched a business creative production service using AI to create video, music, and images, and will provide advertising and branding support.
Automatic packaging line maker Daiwa Hitecs develops new material “Stay Rib Sheet,” combining reduced plastic use with cushioning
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株式会社ダイワハイテックス has begun developing and offering “ステイリブシート,” a new material that combines reduced plastic use with cushioning, and is providing live demonstrations and free samples at its showrooms in Tokyo and Osaka.
Free IT news for executives, “わかるIT新聞,” launches on Nov. 5. One article answers the question, “Does this news apply to us?”
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株式会社サウスエージェンシー launched “わかるIT新聞,” a free IT news outlet for executives, on Nov. 5, 2026. It explains specialized topics such as vulnerabilities and attack methods, and offers articles showing “which ones apply to your company.”
For manufacturers | Report on how to develop in-house FDEs [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社AIworker has released a free November 2026 edition report on how manufacturers can develop in-house FDEs. Against a backdrop of a shortage of mentors and challenges in bringing work in-house, the report introduces a method for developing in-house FDEs by combining employees from business divisions and engineering roles.
【CAPTAIN HUNGRY】The “theme park that never existed” arrives in Tokyo as a food truck. Hamburger bowls from the bear captain
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株式会社まるごと’s hamburger bowl food truck “CAPTAIN HUNGRY” has arrived in Tokyo. With a world inspired by 1960s America, it will set up in business districts and at apartment buildings, and plans to begin recruiting franchisees in early 2027.
Facts
Prices range from 800 yen to 1,000 yen, tax included
5 types of hamburger bowls
4 crew members
Starting in November 2026, regular pop-ups will be held at 2 locations in Tokyo
Recruitment is scheduled to begin sequentially from early 2027
We are currently accepting advance registrations for the first 5 locations
How water-displacing properties make a difference in rust inhibitors: Testing water droplets left on metal surfaces
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日本メカケミカル conducted a comparative experiment on the “water-displacing properties” of oil-based rust inhibitors. The product with high water-displacing properties completely removed water droplets from the metal surface, while droplets remained with the product with low water-displacing properties. The company also noted the importance of watching for performance declines caused by water accumulating in the tank, selecting products suited to the application, and replacing them regularly.
【REFOLMO Med】Co-hosted with メディカルタクト | Clinic management through the lens of claims data: Practical numerical management and staff training based on data
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株式会社REFOLMO and 株式会社メディカルタクト will jointly host a free online webinar in November 2026 on numerical management and staff training in clinic management using claims data.
【Interactive illumination event】“HARMONY OF LIGHT” receives a major update. Flowers picked with light become a real flower at the end. Pick flowers from every season with light on winter nights at Gunma Flower Park Plus in Maebashi
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株式会社Sunset films has announced a major update to the interactive illumination event “HARMONY OF LIGHT 〜光の花あそび〜,” which will be held at Gunma Flower Park Plus starting Dec. 2, 2026. In a new experience, visitors use lanterns to pick glowing flowers at 7 locations, and a real flower remains at the end.
【EO Setouchi × KAIB】Joint December monthly meeting to be held in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture! 中野優作, president and CEO of 株式会社BUDDICA, to speak
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EO Setouchi and KAIB will hold a joint monthly meeting on Dec. 18, 2026, at Rexxam Hall in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture. 中野優作 of 株式会社BUDDICA will give a special lecture, and the GSEA Setouchi student entrepreneur pitch competition will also be held.
Facts
More than 20,000 entrepreneurs are members worldwide
Only entrepreneurs with annual sales exceeding 100 million yen can join
【Latest as of November 2026】Updated golfer insurance rankings! | ｉ保険（あいほけん）
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株式会社アイ・エフ・クリエイト has published the latest golfer insurance rankings on ｉ保険 based on the number of contracts from July to September 2026. 楽天損害保険’s “ゴルフアシスト” ranked first, while au損害保険 was included in the one-day coverage category.
Facts
Latest Edition, Nov. 2026
Number of contracts from July 2026 to September 2026
For pharmaceutical and CDMO companies | Guide to reducing human intervention in aseptic processes and comparison [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released a free guide and comparison report for pharmaceutical and CDMO companies on reducing human intervention in aseptic processes, November 2026 edition.
株式会社Lister has officially launched a database of companies related to “Biopharmaceuticals and regenerative medicine products,” one of the Japanese government’s 17 strategic priority fields.
【New product】Now available: “NATURAL SAURUS GEL,” a natural energy gel made with plant-derived ingredients and formulated without 5 specified ingredients!
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SAURUS JAPAN株式会社 will launch “NATURAL SAURUS GEL,” a natural energy gel made with plant-based ingredients and free of 5 specified ingredients, on Nov. 6, 2026.
For owners considering selling a condominium unit: Launch of sale-preparation support geared toward sales to overseas investors｜ワンルームマンション売れる君 for wealthy overseas buyers
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株式会社フロンティア launched “sale-preparation support” on Nov. 5, 2026, for owners considering selling investment condominium units, helping them assess the potential for a sale to wealthy overseas buyers and investors.
Proven to naturally make sagging less noticeable in a variety of everyday settings ～Retroreflective powder provides consistent shadow coverage regardless of lighting conditions～
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日本メナード化粧品 demonstrated that retroreflective powder can naturally cover shadows caused by sagging, regardless of changes in lighting conditions.
Facts
The 2026 Color Materials Research Presentation Meeting, held Oct. 29–30, 2026
30 degrees diagonally downward (-30 degrees)
Photographs were taken while varying the angle of incidence up to 75 degrees upward (+75 degrees).
Strong light from 60 degrees diagonally above
Involving 16 women aged 30–50
Also in an impression evaluation conducted by 26 women
Marubun to exhibit at “Hoiku Expo 2026,” opening Nov. 19
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Electronics trading company 丸文株式会社 will exhibit at “Hoiku Expo 2026,” which opens Nov. 19 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Hamamatsucho Hall, showcasing “Kebbi,” an AI robot focused on English education, programming and reducing teachers’ workloads.
Jinbei and DSR form partnership to deploy generative AI OCR for the insurance and mutual aid industry
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ジンベイ株式会社 and 株式会社DSR have formed a partnership to introduce and deploy “GenOCR,” a generative AI OCR solution for the insurance and mutual aid industry.
Scene Live named a “Great Place to Work” for 2 consecutive years; benefits, office environment and ease of taking leave earn high marks
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株式会社Scene Live, a sales and HR tech SaaS company, has been named a “Great Place to Work” for 2 consecutive years, based on a survey by GPTW Japan. The company received high marks for employee benefits, its office environment and leave policies, and has grown its workforce by about 1.7 times and sales by about 2.5 times over the past 5 years.
Facts
Named a “Great Place to Work” for 2 consecutive years
Ranked No. 31 nationwide
Subsidizes expenses up to ¥60,000 per year (excluding tax)
Provides at least 125 days off per year
The number of employees has grown by about 1.7 times
Sales have grown by about 2.5 times
Companies mentioned：株式会社Scene Live、Great Place to Work® Institute Japan、GPTW Japan、NANKAI備後町ビル
Survey on changes of concern and routine checks of dogs’ and cats’ teeth and mouths: Conducted by ペットメディカルサポート株式会社, provider of “PS保険”
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ペットメディカルサポート株式会社 surveyed 1,775 dog and cat owners nationwide about how they check their pets’ teeth and mouths, timed to coincide with “Good Teeth Day” on Nov. 8. The results showed that dog owners tended to check every day, while cat owners tended to check when something concerned them. The most common concern for dogs was tartar, while for cats it was bad breath. When owners noticed a change, more chose home care than a visit to a veterinary clinic.
Facts
1,775 dog and cat owners nationwide
Valid responses: 392
“I check every day” was the most common response at 26.7%
“I was concerned about dirty teeth or tartar” (44.1%)
“I was concerned about bad breath” was the most common response at 43.1%
“I brushed their teeth or provided care at home” (36.5%)
bravesoft株式会社 supported UI revamps and the creation of a comprehensive design system for 3 products in Benesse Corporation’s “Shinken Seminar High School Course” (Shinken Seminar App | AI StLike, StudyCast and Everes). The high school course app recorded a high usage rate, with monthly active users reaching around 80% of enrolled members.
Four flavors in one box: New Christmas cakes for 2026
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株式会社あいプラン is accepting reservations for 2026 Christmas cakes at its group restaurants in Sapporo and Asahikawa. In Sapporo, the lineup includes the new “Noël Collection,” featuring four flavors in one assortment, along with 5 varieties and 6 products including chicken. In Asahikawa, the classic Gâteau aux Fraises will be available.
Popular sessions are first-come, first-served! Second lineup of sessions announced for the CG creators’ festival, featuring highly anticipated titles including Kingdom: The Decisive Battle of Souls and The Tale of the Princess Kaguya! | CGWORLD 2026 Creative Conference
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株式会社ボーンデジタル announced the second lineup of sessions for the CGWORLD 2026 Creative Conference, to be held on December 6. The program includes presentations on production projects such as the films Kingdom: The Decisive Battle of Souls and Project Hail Mary, as well as talks on 3DGS technology.
〈Laline〉 Its hugely popular Warm Vanilla fragrance, which sells out every year, returns in a limited quantity on Friday, November 27!
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Laline’s hugely popular Warm Vanilla fragrance will return in a limited quantity from November 27, 2026. New items include Body Souffle, Eau de Toilette and ceramic logo merchandise, along with must-have items such as body scrub and cream, and a total care set at 21% off.
Exhibiting at Quantum Computing Expo, a specialized exhibition focused on the adoption and research applications of advanced computing technologies
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株式会社東陽テクニカ will exhibit at Quantum Computing Expo, part of NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn], to be held at Makuhari Messe in November 2026. The company will display superconducting quantum computers made by IQM社 and educational kits made by QZabre社, among other products.
Facts
November 11 (Wed.) to 13 (Fri.), 2026
Decides to introduce 2 models of superconducting quantum computers
Booth No.: 2-79
Date and time: Thursday, November 12, 2026, 14:30–15:00
HACRAY launches “2WAY Shoulder Fold Shockproof Case,” a multifunctional iPad case that folds, stands upright and can be carried over the shoulder
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株式会社ロア・インターナショナル has started taking preorders for the “2WAY Shoulder Fold Shockproof Case,” a multifunctional case for iPad (A16/10th generation) from mobile accessories brand HACRAY.
Santa is coming for your dog, too! Christmas limited-time plans at 5 dog-friendly hot spring inns across Japan | Through December 25, 2026
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Christmas limited-time accommodation plans are on sale through December 25, 2026, at 5 dog-friendly properties operated by 株式会社リロバケーションズ under Relo Hotels＆Resorts. Perks include a cake for your dog and a drink for a toast.
AI OCR feature added to “Purchase Management”! Automatically register property information from sales floor plans using AI | いえらぶCLOUD
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株式会社いえらぶGROUP has launched an AI OCR feature in the Purchase Management function of its real estate industry SaaS, いえらぶCLOUD. Automatically registering property information from sales floor plans will reduce data-entry time by up to 90%.
[Simeji Rankings] Z-Generation picks! TOP 10 artists and idols they would definitely watch if they made their first appearance on this year’s NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen
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A survey of Z-generation users of the Simeji app, provided by バイドゥ株式会社, revealed the TOP 10 artists and idols they hope will make their first appearance on the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
Facts
Total views surpass 7.8 billion
Cumulative sales surpass 1.6 million copies
Total views on TikTok surpass 2.2 billion
Attracted approximately 132,000 people
Ranks No. 1 on South Korea’s Apple Music chart for 90 consecutive days
Charted on the U.S. Billboard “Global 200” for 22 weeks
80 million downloads
Companies mentioned：バイドゥ株式会社、Simeji、アソビシステム、KAWAII LAB.、STPR、純烈、モナキ、スターダストプロモーション、EBiDAN、M!LK、YG ENTERTAINMENT、＝LOVE、MUFGスタジアム、BMSG、MAZZEL、BE:FIRST、HYBE、BIGHIT MUSIC、CORTIS、BTS、STARGLOW、THE LAST PIECE
Head to the arena after work! “Thanks for Your Hard Work Ticket” on sale for the Shimane game on 12/18 (Fri.)
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シーホース三河 will sell a “Thanks for Your Hard Work Ticket” set comprising an admission ticket, snacks and a drink for its December 18 game against 島根スサノオマジック.
Regarding the signing of an investment agreement with 株式会社PXP, which is working to bring next-generation solar cells into practical use
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Tokyo Gas has signed an investment agreement with 株式会社PXP, a startup that develops and manufactures film-type next-generation solar cells (chalcopyrite solar cells). The companies plan to strengthen their collaboration and accelerate practical implementation, including product development and expansion into the repowering market, while advancing installation demonstrations on roofs with low load-bearing capacity and on walls.
Tokyo Gas Engineering Solutions (TGES) and 株式会社マクニカ have launched a joint demonstration of physical AI using humanoid robots, with the aim of enabling autonomous inspections of plant and utility facilities. They are targeting implementation around 2030.
Facts
Develop a demonstration plan during fiscal 2026
We aim to realize autonomous inspections of plant facilities around 2030
[Osaka exclusive] Brûlée × cheese specialty shop “ブリュレメリゼ・メルチー” celebrates its 1st anniversary. Limited-edition box featuring 3 popular treats launches!
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株式会社グレープストーン’s “ブリュレメリゼ・メルチー” marks its 1st anniversary and will sell a limited-time gift box featuring 3 kinds of brûlée sweets exclusively at 阪神梅田本店 in Osaka.
[JR Iida Line tour] Special train serving the food culture of the line and its remote stations to run on November 22! “A Flavorful Journey to Remote Stations” explores the food culture of southern Nagano and eastern Aichi
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サーラ不動産株式会社 is collaborating on planning a special JR Iida Line train operated by JR東海 on November 22, 2026, called “A Flavorful Journey to Remote Stations: Exploring the Food Culture of Southern Nagano and Eastern Aichi.” The trip will connect passengers with local food producers.
Bring authentic herbal tea into your everyday life. A premium tea bag born from ROEROE（ロロ）’s dedication to loose-leaf tea is now available.
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Herbal tea brand “ROEROE（ロロ）,” operated by 有限会社BRONCO, will launch a new premium tea bag focused on the aroma and flavor of loose-leaf tea on November 3, 2026.
A survey conducted through エン株式会社’s “ミドルの転職” found that more than 60% of businesspeople aged 40 and older have a vision for their future careers, but only 30% have realized it. “Management” and “earning qualifications” ranked highly among things respondents were glad they did in their 30s, while “earning qualifications” and “acquiring language skills” were cited as things they wished they had done.
Traders Securities gives its 3rd special lecture on financial and economic education at 学習院大学
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On October 6, 2026, Traders Securities held its 3rd special lecture on financial and economic education at 学習院大学. Director Yoshio Iguchi lectured about “Entering an Era of 100-Year Lives: How to Handle Money to Thrive in a New Era” for approximately 150 students. The lecture received a satisfaction rating of 97% in a survey.
Facts
October 6, 2026
Approximately 150 students registered for the course
“千葉ワイナリー,” which makes wine in Chiba City, will hold the harvest festival “CHIBA WINE FESTIVAL” on Saturday, November 28, to celebrate the completion of its new wine!
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千葉ワイナリー, operated by 株式会社トミオホールディングス, will hold the harvest festival “CHIBA WINE FESTIVAL” on November 28, 2026, at トミオヴィレッジ高品 in Wakaba Ward, Chiba City, to celebrate the release of its new wine. The event will serve new white wine made with Koshu grapes from Yamanashi Prefecture and feature food vendors, live music and a cork art workshop.
[Okinawa] Disaster preparedness means “thinking together with children.” 三井住友海上火災保険 holds its first disaster preparedness education event at a children’s community center.
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特定非営利活動法人困窮者支援ネットワーク held a Halloween disaster preparedness event as part of 沖縄県こどもの居場所ネットワーク事業, in collaboration with 子どもの居場所アップ and 三井住友海上火災保険株式会社. The initiative used “HIRAQ,” a disaster evacuation simulation teaching tool, to encourage children to take the lead in thinking about disaster preparedness.
November 8 is “Good Landlord Day”: Making use of 31 years of community-based expertise developed in Matsubara, Osaka
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株式会社ハウスフリーダム highlighted its “F+style” wooden rental apartment initiative, which draws on 31 years of community-based expertise developed in Matsubara, Osaka, in connection with “Good Landlord Day” on November 8. The company has completed a cumulative total of 80 buildings and is considering expanding into new areas.
“BEGON,” a search engine for finding cosmetic surgeons by case record, officially launches with 13,00 doctors
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株式会社メロゴールド officially launched “BEGON,” a search engine that lets users search for cosmetic surgeons based on their case records, in July 2026. The service lists information on 1,300 doctors at 500 clinics nationwide, allowing users to compare and choose doctors based on objective case numbers rather than advertising spending or social media exposure.
Food brand “the Simple Food co.,” operated by アニーニ合同会社, aims to bring together great taste and good health. Its products include extra virgin olive oil “OLIO,” pistachio paste, spaghetti, balsamic vinegar and chestnut blossom honey. By clearly communicating ingredients, composition and production methods, the brand offers simple, high-quality foods that consumers can choose with confidence.
Facts
Polyphenol content is guaranteed to be at least 500 mg/kg at bottling
Testing found 541±64 mg/kg
Acidity of 0.22±0.02% was confirmed
The thickness is 2.2 mm
Made with at least 55% concentrated grape must
Aged for at least 3 years in oak and chestnut barrels
Smartphone case specialty store “DeCOVER” grand-opens at 9 a.m. on November 6. The first 100 customers receive a non-sale gift, and shipping is free on all products! A selection of high-quality cases for more than 800 models, all made in the company’s own workshop
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株式会社emb will grand-open smartphone case specialty store “DeCOVER” on November 6, 2026, and run a campaign offering a non-sale gift to the first 100 customers and free shipping on all products.
Facts
Nov. 6
At 9 a.m.
First 100 attendees
More than 800 models
Cumulative shipments: 500,000 units
7 days
¥5,500 or more
450,000 views
More than 5,000 units per month
Companies mentioned：株式会社emb、DeCOVER、カエルんカバー、Instagram、LINE、iPhone、Android、Galaxy Z Flip、Galaxy Z Fold、Google Pixel Fold、iPhone Duo
Blue space株式会社 has developed a system to automate the cutting of the metal casings of “black motors” recovered from used air conditioners and other equipment, and successfully demonstrated continuous automated operation. Using AI, 3D cameras, 2 industrial robots and a high-output laser, the system automates the process from recognizing and gripping randomly placed items to cutting and discharging them, helping reduce dangerous manual work and recover resources.