株式会社ステアリンク offers “Steerlink Warranty” to cover breakdowns after purchasing a used truck
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株式会社ステアリンク offers “Steerlink Warranty,” a service that covers the risk of breakdowns after purchasing a used truck. It covers repair costs for engines, power transmission systems and other components, with 4 plans to choose from. ニッポンメンテナンスシステム株式会社 administers the warranty.
Facts
Zero-deductible rider (¥3,000)
Light: Repair limit of ¥300,000
Plan B: Repair limit of ¥600,000
Plan C: Repair limit of ¥1,500,000
Vehicles with more than 180,000 km on the odometer
ラモ・テクノロジー will continue offering free hands-on seminars from November onward on “Pleasanter,” a low-code platform featured in NCPA-certified courses
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ラモ・テクノロジー株式会社 announced that it will continue offering free hands-on seminars from November onward on “プリザンター,” a low-code platform featured in NCPA-certified courses.
Facts
Launched in October 2026
Further online sessions will be held on November 12 (Thursday), 19 (Thursday) and 28 (Saturday).
【福岡大学】Exhibited at the “Japan Healthcare Venture Summit 2026”
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福岡大学 exhibited 5 research achievements in drug discovery, DDS and regenerative medicine at the “Japan Healthcare Venture Summit 2026,” hosted by 厚生労働省 and held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 7 to 9, and exchanged views with representatives of research institutions and companies.
[Co-op Deli Niigata] “Co-op Deli Niigata Festa 2026” to be held
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生活協同組合コープデリにいがた held “Co-op Deli Niigata Festa 2026” at the Niigata City Industrial Promotion Center on Nov. 1, 2026, attracting about 5,000 visitors. In addition to booths from more than 40 companies and hands-on events, donations totaling 2,604,479 yen were presented as part of activities related to the SDGs.
Capturing 360° × 180° with 4 lenses! The next-generation 720-degree camera “Cupola360” expands the possibilities for remote monitoring and solving social issues
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株式会社iiTEC offers “Cupola360,” an omnidirectional 720-degree camera equipped with 4 lenses. The technology’s features and applications in fields such as disaster prevention, factory management, tourism and pest-animal control are covered in the December 2026 issue of 日経トレンディ.
リベルスカイ to speak at Google-hosted webinar! Explaining key points for in-house cybersecurity practices in the AI era
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株式会社リベルスカイ will speak at “SECURITY SUMMIT '26,” a webinar hosted by グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社, and explain key points for in-house cybersecurity practices in the AI era.
Facts
A defense strategy with a perfect score of 100 points
Rainwater toilets in private homes in Chofu City: Does toilet-flushing water have to be tap water?
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Denka Astec announced a case in which its rainwater tank “PURE EDEN” is used for toilet flushing at a private home in Chofu, Tokyo. This is the first installation in a detached house, and the company explained the benefits of using rainwater, including reduced tap-water consumption and mitigation of inland flooding.
Facts
On the occasion of renovations in July 2026
Toilets account for about 20% of household water use
[2026 Teacher Certification Examination Results] Achieved a pass rate of 83.3% for elementary schools and 75.0% for high school information studies! (TAC Teacher Training Course)
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TAC株式会社 announced its results for the 2026 Teacher Certification Examination, achieving pass rates of 83.3% for elementary schools and 75.0% for high school information studies.
[Nagoya event on Nov. 29 (Sun.)] Ishikawa U-turn/I-turn Relocation Consultation Fair in Nagoya
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Ishikawa Prefecture will hold the “Ishikawa U-turn/I-turn Relocation Consultation Fair” in Nagoya’s Naka Ward on Nov. 29. The event will feature relocation consultations, a workshop using Kutani ware and a stamp rally, with gifts for those who register in advance and attendees.
Ｓｋｙ株式会社 will exhibit at “Hoiku Expo 2026,” to be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Hamamatsucho Hall on Nov. 19–20, 2026. The company will display its “SKYMENU Mobile” app for streamlining school administrative work and provide consultations.
“Solaris La Croix 2024” to launch, drawing out the potential of the vineyard through the careful work of the team cultivating the organically JAS-certified single vineyard La Croix in Higashiyama
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マンズワイン株式会社 will launch “Solaris La Croix 2024,” a premium Japanese wine made from grapes grown in the single vineyard La Croix in the Higashiyama district of Ueda, Nagano Prefecture, on Nov. 5, 2026. It will be the first release since the vineyard received Organic JAS certification.
Cargo insurance webinar to prepare for logistics risks: Risks surrounding global logistics and the scope of cargo insurance
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Yusen Logistics will hold a webinar on Nov. 27 on cargo transportation risks and the importance of insurance. Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance will explain the scope of coverage, and Yusen Logistics will introduce its insurance placement agency service.
Autumn-themed wind chime art arrives! A seasonal event featuring art and seasonal flavors in the extraordinary setting of lifestyle hotel “THE LIVELY 大阪本町,” open to non-guests as well
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At the lifestyle hotel “THE LIVELY 大阪本町,” operated by 株式会社グローバルエージェンツ, an event featuring the “Wind Chime Autumn Colors” art exhibition and seasonal food and drink menus will be held starting Nov. 1, 2026. The event is open to non-guests as well.
Next-generation recovery sandal “Nike Air Zoom Hyperslide,” co-developed by Hyperice × Nike, ranked 24th in 日経トレンディ’s Top 30 Hit Predictions for 2027!
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The next-generation recovery sandal “Nike Air Zoom Hyperslide,” co-developed by Hyperice and Nike, was ranked 24th in 日経トレンディ’s Top 30 Hit Predictions for 2027.
Self-service online research service “Fastask” adds “Questionnaire Import” feature that automatically generates web surveys, available starting Nov. 19 (Thu.)
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株式会社ジャストシステム added the “Questionnaire Import” feature to its self-service online research service “Fastask.” The feature automatically generates a web survey simply by dragging and dropping a questionnaire, and became available on Nov. 19.
Fujigomu Sangyo, a specialist in sponge processing, launches a specialist online store for soundproofing and sound-absorbing sponges, with options to suit different applications
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Fujigomu Sangyo has launched “Soundproofing and Sound-Absorbing Sponge Home Center,” a specialist online store offering products for everything from homes to factories. Drawing on 65 years of experience since its founding, the store offers guides by application and custom processing.
[Japan Spatial Design Awards 2026] Two projects at Mita Garden Hills, designed by ホシノアーキテクツ, receive awards and shortlist selections
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Two projects at Mita Garden Hills, designed by 株式会社ホシノアーキテクツ, were recognized in the Residential and Living Spaces category of the Japan Spatial Design Awards 2026, with one making the shortlist and the other the longlist.
MOUNTONE, an app that makes it easy to log hiking photos, launches an original card game
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株式会社日本デザインセンター will launch MOUNTONE CARD GAME, an original card game based on its hiking log app MOUNTONE, on Nov. 5, 2026. The price is ¥2,500 (tax included). At a preview event, more than 90% of participants gave it the highest rating, and all said they would like to play again.
Facts
On sale from Nov. 5, 2026
Price: ¥2,500 (tax included)
Inspired by six mountains
90% of participants said they would like to play again
<indent × 一二三書房: Efforts to create original hits> 花薬師の恋契り １, for which indent served as the original work agent, goes on sale Nov. 5 (Thu.)!
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花薬師の恋契り １, for which 株式会社indent served as the original work agent, is now on sale from 一二三書房. The release highlights collaboration to develop IP through the Nola platform.
Online board game site BoardGameJoin officially launches. Play more than 140 games, including Daifugo, mahjong, hanafuda and werewolf, with friends in a PC or smartphone browser. No installation or registration required; free to play.
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株式会社Qdan officially launched BoardGameJoin, an online board game site playable in PC and smartphone browsers, on Nov. 5, 2026. It is free to play with no installation or registration required, and features more than 144 games, including Daifugo and mahjong.
A bridge connecting the future: 12th SEISA Africa Asia Bridge to be held on Nov. 14, 2026
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The SEISA Africa Asia Bridge Executive Committee of 学校法人国際学園 will hold the 12th SEISA Africa Asia Bridge in Yokohama on Nov. 14, 2026. The program will include the sTED final, in-person exchanges with 18 countries, guest talks and food trucks.
Verdent AI to exhibit at NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn] with recruitment agent Nagi
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Verdent AI will exhibit its AI recruitment agent Nagi at the AI and Artificial Intelligence Expo [Autumn], part of NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn], at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 11 to 13, 2026.
Facts
Original2026年11月11日（水）～13日（金）
Booth No.: 5-59
Proprietary talent database of more than 100,000 people
アラウ.ベビー laundry soap and foaming body wash win the トモニテ Parenting Awards 2026
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Two products in サラヤ株式会社’s アラウ.ベビー series won the Grand Prize and Excellence Award at the トモニテ Parenting Awards 2026, organized by the media outlet トモニテ, operated by 株式会社エブリー.
Wrike expands work delivery capabilities through agentic AI integration
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At Collaborate 2026 on Oct. 8, 2026, Wrike announced an expansion of its work delivery capabilities, integrating autonomous AI Workmates, strategic portfolio management (SPM) and MCP support. Project Manager Workmate is scheduled to launch in the second half of this year.
[Tokyo, November] Special event to meet a manuka honey producer! MANUKA DISCOVERY DAYS to be held at 生活の木 Harajuku Omotesando store
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株式会社生活の木 will host MANUKA DISCOVERY DAYS at its Harajuku Omotesando store on Nov. 11 and 12, 2026, with manuka honey producer Rob McConnachie as a guest. The event will include seminars for businesses and media, a premium seminar for customers, and in-store activities. A digital microscope provided by HILOXX will also be used.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
Nov. 12 (Thu.)
Capacity: 20 people
Participation fee: ¥26,400
Worth ¥19,980
Companies mentioned：株式会社生活の木、株式会社ハイロックス、UMF Honey Association
Reimagining tradition for a life with rush grass in every home: 萩原株式会社 to hold the “Connecting Rush Grass: Future Project Rush Grass Market” at Tokyo Station from Nov. 25
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萩原株式会社 will hold the “Connecting Rush Grass: Future Project Rush Grass Market” at Tokyo Station Gransta from Nov. 25, 2026, aiming to promote rush grass culture through sales of rush grass products and the installation of a tatami space.
Facts
For 4 days, from Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026, to Saturday, Nov. 28
A tatami space of about 20 mats will be set up
Since its founding in 1892
Launched the “Connecting Rush Grass: Future PROJECT” in 2019
A tatami shop founded in Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in 1977 (Showa 52)
Make tatami by choosing a preferred design from about 50 types of tatami edging
TrustYou speaks at Hoteres Seminar in Fukuoka, explaining next-generation hotel operations powered by AI and customer data
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TrustYou株式会社 spoke about next-generation hotel operations using AI and customer data at Hoteres Seminar in Fukuoka, held at 福岡プリンスホテル on Oct. 20, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
More than 200 travel sites worldwide
More than 1 million hotels and other accommodations
Conference “AIX Summit 2026 Tokyo” to explore management decisions for putting AI agents into production
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DataRobot will hold “AIX Summit 2026 Tokyo” at Vision Center Tokyo Toranomon on Nov. 19, 2026, to share management decisions and the latest case studies on putting AI agents into production.
[Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture] Wins gold in the local government category at “KANSAI DX AWARD 2026”!
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Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture, won gold in the local government category at “KANSAI DX AWARD 2026.” The city was recognized for improving operational efficiency and citizen services through digital transformation and for sharing its model nationwide.
Facts
Creates 328 hours per person annually
Achieved cost savings of approximately 600 million yen over 5 years of IT budgets
Original職員1人あたり「1日82分、年間328時間」の創出時間
Cuts approximately 550 hours of administrative work annually
Hosts more than 20 administrative inspection visits from across Japan each year
学校法人河合塾 will relaunch its online “Comprehensive Selection and School Recommendation Selection Program” for 2nd-year high school students in January 2027. Alongside ongoing guidance from professional instructors and mentors, the program uses “KawAI-Glass,” a dedicated AI trained on more than 1,500 cases of admissions data for decisions made within the year. It offers 9 plans providing comprehensive support, from self-analysis and application document preparation to interview and essay preparation.
Facts
Classes begin in January 2027
Account for 50% of university entrants
The program has offered preparation courses for this selection process since 2023
A total of 9 plans are available
Trained on more than 1,500 cases of acceptance and rejection data for admissions decisions made within the year
Can be used anytime, 24 hours a day
Full admissions support plan: 300,000 yen (tax included, annual)
Exploring leading examples of sustainability and AI! Head of SoftBank’s Sustainability Planning Office and ESG Promotion Office to speak at environmental business conference [Free registration; networking event included]
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Ryoji Sasai of SoftBank is set to speak at an environmental business conference to be held by 株式会社宣伝会議 on Nov. 18.
“Board view” for customer lists now available in the rental brokerage version of “Customer Management” | いえらぶCLOUD
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株式会社いえらぶGROUP, which provides DX support services specializing in the real estate industry, has launched a “board view” feature for the rental brokerage version of “Customer Management” in its real estate business support system, “いえらぶCLOUD.” The feature enables visual management by follow-up status.
[ロイズ] Delicious to eat and cute to display♪ Limited-edition products packed with Christmas fun go on sale Nov. 4.
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株式会社ロイズコンフェクト launched 4 new Christmas-limited products—Royce Mini Tree Box, Decoration Cake Box, Decoration Ball [Christmas], and Royce Party Treat—through mail order and at directly operated stores from Nov. 4, 2026, for a limited time and in limited quantities.
Building a rapid-delivery system: accepting orders for LED “rapid-delivery models” | Delivery time cut from the usual approximately 3 months to as little as 3 days (アビックス株式会社)
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アビックス株式会社 has begun accepting orders for its LED “rapid-delivery model” and established a rapid-delivery system that cuts the usual delivery time of approximately 3 months to as little as 3 days.
Facts
Normally, delivery takes approximately 3 months from order placement
Propagate forms business alliance with Plex, operator of “Sakumiru,” used by more than 4,000 companies
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株式会社プロパゲート has formed a business alliance with 株式会社プレックス, operator of “Sakumiru,” a cloud-based business management service for the construction industry, to support construction businesses in using the web and digitizing their operations.
[ミュウミュウ] Special Q&A with ambassador MOMO released
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ミュウミュウ has released a special Q&A with ambassador MOMO, who made her first appearance in the brand’s 2026 holiday advertising campaign. MOMO talks about her feelings for the brand, stories from the shoot, her favorite items, and memories with her TWICE members.
“Fukuoka Pro Bono Forum 2026” to be held in Fukuoka City on Nov. 21, offering a chance to put professional skills to work in the community. Keynote speaker Mikio Nakajima is active in Toyota Motor Corporation’s in-house pro bono community
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OriginalNPO法人Build Up Inclusion FUKUOKA事務局の福岡プロボノネットワークは、2026年11月21日に福岡市舞鶴庁舎で「福岡プロボノフォーラム2026」を開催する。トヨタ自動車の中島幹夫氏が基調講演し、認定NPO法人サービスグラント協力のもと課題整理ワークショップが行われる。
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Capacity: 60 people
General admission: 1,000 yen
Approximately 10,000 registered pro bono workers
More than 2,000 projects implemented
Companies mentioned：NPO法人Build Up Inclusion FUKUOKA、トヨタ自動車株式会社、認定NPO法人サービスグラント、福岡プロボノネットワーク、NPO法人ピープルデザイン研究所
Netgear Japan has launched the NETGEAR SASE cloud security license for small and medium-sized businesses and the PR30SG dual-WAN security gateway, and has extended the hardware warranty for its business routers to a limited lifetime warranty.
Facts
123 ransomware incident reports in the first half of 2026
“Don’t give up on your career or your relationship.” PreBaby pairs dedicated coaches with dual-income couples preparing for childbirth; applications open for 10 pilot couples
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株式会社PreBaby began a pilot of “PreBaby,” a concierge service supporting dual-income couples as they prepare for childbirth, on Nov. 5, 2026, and opened applications for 10 couples.
Facts
Pilot service and reservations open from Nov. 5, 2026
74.3% during pregnancy
It falls to 34.0%
41.5% answered, “I wanted to keep working, but quit because it was difficult to balance work and family”
While lifetime earnings are estimated at 239.88 million yen
It amounts to just 70.71 million yen
While 53.6% of men who took childcare leave said, “I didn’t know what to do before or during my leave”
We have supported the careers of more than 1,000 female students and women
The online sessions consist of 5 sessions of 90 minutes each
叡啓大学 held Sessions 1 and 2 of its public lecture “English Conversation at Eikei” on Sept. 30 and Oct. 28, 2026. Participants discussed the differences between Shinto and Buddhism and Japanese customs in English.
[Labor Thanksgiving Day is Kinkan Day] Kumamoto farm Hanauta Kajitsu to hold “Kinkan Medetabe-kai” for the first time on Nov. 23, featuring kumquats eaten whole, seeds and all.
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Kumamoto fruit grower 株式会社ハナウタカジツ will co-host an online event, “Kinkan Medetabe-kai,” with 一般社団法人aiyueyo on Nov. 23 for the first time, celebrating kumquats eaten whole, seeds and all.
Facts
On Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday), Labor Thanksgiving Day, also known as “Kinkan Day”
Original【横浜エクセレンス】試合結果「りそなグループ B.LEAGUE 2026-27 B.LEAGUE ONE リーグ戦」第8節 立川戦
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Yokohama Excellence reported its win over 立川ダイス in Round 8 of the りそなグループ B.LEAGUE 2026-27 B.LEAGUE ONE. The report also noted Benjamin Lawson’s career total reaching 4,000 points and provided details of the next home game against 越谷アルファーズ.
株式会社森山ナポリ, which makes and sells the Kanazawa-born frozen pizza brand “モリナポ,” has begun selling all 3 varieties of “モリナポPICO（ピコ）,” a 15cm-diameter mini pizza, on its official online store.
This year, 3 varieties will be available at 432 post offices in Ibaraki Prefecture! Limited-time sale of Ibaraki-themed hand creams with SDGs-themed postcards, from Thursday, Nov. 5 through the end of March
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株式会社鈴木ハーブ研究所 will sell a limited-time set of SDGs-themed postcards and 3 varieties of local hand cream—Fukurai mikan, Kairakuen plum, and lotus flower—at 432 post offices in Ibaraki Prefecture from Nov. 5, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
Facts
3 types in total
From Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
Available for a limited time through Wednesday, March 31, 2027
[Ajino-Mingei] 50th anniversary! “Nostalgic Menu Contest” now underway!
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Ajino-Mingei Food Service, a group company of 株式会社サガミホールディングス, will hold a “Nostalgic Menu Contest” from Nov. 2 to 30, 2026, to mark its 50th anniversary. The top-voted dishes will return to the menu in 2027, and voters will receive a drink-service coupon.
The Fukuoka Future Learning Forum will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7!
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The Fukuoka Future Learning Forum, organized by 福岡地所 and Co-Innovation University, will be held at 天神ビジネスセンターⅡ on Nov. 7, 2026. It is aimed at high school and university students, education professionals and others, and admission is free.
“AI cost runaway” can happen to anyone now that WordPress is connected to AI. Release of circuit-breaker-style plugin “CNXT AI Cost Guardrails”
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株式会社クリエイターズネクスト has released “CNXT AI Cost Guardrails,” a circuit-breaker-style plugin designed to prevent “AI cost runaway,” in which the cost of using AI on WordPress sites swells beyond expectations.
The Ronald McDonald House Charity Run & Walk 2026 was held at 味の素スタジアム on Oct. 31, 2026, with 1,283 participants. All proceeds are scheduled to be donated to ロナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス・ジャパン.
Facts
With 1,283 participants
The event was held for the 10th time
3-hour fun run relay
A walk of approximately 5 km was held
Completed 46 laps (55.2 km)
2nd place with 40 laps (48.0 km)
Total participants: 1,283
3-hour fun run relay: 125 teams registered
122 teams started
Start rate: 97.6%
Family Run & Walk: 56 teams registered
43 teams started
Start rate: 76.8%
Number of walking participants: 167
3-hour fun run relay: ¥5,000 per person
Family guardian: ¥2,000
¥500 for elementary school students and younger
3-hour fun run relay: 150 teams
1,150 people
Family Run & Walk: 200 teams
400 people
Walking: 250 teams
12 locations in Japan
There are approximately 390 locations worldwide
The total number of families served has surpassed 100,000
三井不動産 will hold events and illuminations for the 2026 Christmas season in 4 areas: the Nihonbashi area and Tokyo Midtown (Roppongi, Hibiya and Yaesu). Each area will feature its own light displays and collaborations, alongside sustainable initiatives aimed at achieving the SDGs and realizing a decarbonized society.
[写真工房ぱれっと] November-only adult pre-shoot and furisode campaign launches! Get an Amazon gift card worth up to ¥5,000, and see new furisode designs
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有限会社三景スタジオ is running an adult pre-shoot and furisode rental campaign for November only, offering Amazon gift cards worth up to ¥5,000 and special benefits.
株式会社Kiii establishes Korean subsidiary, strengthens creator marketing linking Japan and South Korea; native Korean-speaking staff
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株式会社Kiii has established a subsidiary in South Korea and set up a local support system staffed by native Korean speakers. It will develop its influencer marketing business by strengthening collaboration between Japanese and South Korean companies and creators, supporting e-commerce promotions such as Qoo10's “Mega Wari,” and accompanying clients at pop-up events.
[叡啓大学] Calling for participants! “SETOUCHI STUDY BUS Open Planning Meeting: Creating a ‘learning journey’ connecting the city and the regions together” to be held at Shibuya QWS on Tuesday, Nov. 24
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叡啓大学 will hold the “SETOUCHI STUDY BUS Open Planning Meeting” at Shibuya QWS on Nov. 24, 2026, to discuss new relationships between cities and regions and collaborative projects.
Kingston to exhibit at EdgeTech+ 2026, showcasing highly reliable memory, storage and data security solutions supporting Japan's smart manufacturing transformation
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Kingston Technology will exhibit at EdgeTech+ 2026, held at Pacifico Yokohama from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, at booth CY-13, showcasing memory, storage and data security solutions.
[株式会社トライ・インターナショナル] Opens 2nd RAMEN SORA location in Brazil
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株式会社トライ・インターナショナル opened the 2nd location of its ramen brand RAMEN SORA, RAMEN SORA Plaza Sul, at the Shopping Plaza Sul mall in São Paulo, Brazil, on Oct. 23, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
2nd location
2008
April 21, 2003
Companies mentioned：株式会社トライ・インターナショナル、RAMEN SORA、Shopping Plaza Sul、麺場 田所商店
Fortune-telling event to be held in Harajuku on Saturday, Nov. 7! A must-see for anyone who wants to enjoy fortune-telling or hopes to become a fortune-teller in the future: “Uranai CanPass School Festival 2026”
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株式会社cocoloni will hold the event “Fortune-Telling CanPass School Festival 2026,” featuring fortune-telling experiences and a special lecture, at cocoloni占い館 Harajuku store in Harajuku on November 7, 2026.
Business management service “CarryNote Plus” officially launches for light cargo transport companies. Manage everything online in one place, from affiliated drivers’ daily driving reports to orders, invoices and payment notices.
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キャリーノート株式会社 officially launched “CarryNote Plus,” a business management service for light cargo transport companies, on November 4, 2026. The corporate app complies with legal revisions and enables centralized online management, from affiliated drivers’ daily driving reports to the preparation of invoices and payment notices. It is available from 4,800 yen per month, including tax.
Facts
Officially launched on November 4, 2026
Pricing starts at 4,800 yen per month, including tax.
The initial contract includes 30 days free.
Following legal revisions that took effect in April 2025
90% of moms and dads regret how they handled their children’s toothbrushing! 45% of children are not enthusiastic about brushing their teeth!? Survey on oral care for parents and children conducted for “Good Teeth Day” on November 8 ＜株式会社クロコス＞
Being good at your job does not necessarily mean you can teach others. Toyota’s 8 fundamentals for improving teaching skills explained in 30 minutes.
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株式会社OJTソリューションズ will hold free online seminars on November 11 and 25, based on Toyota’s “TJI” approach to improving frontline leaders’ teaching skills.
NSJAPAN plans to hold an athlete networking event in Tokyo on November 30
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株式会社NSJAPAN will hold the second edition of “ATHLETE ROOFTOP NIGHT,” a networking event for athletes and companies, in Tokyo on November 30, 2026. Female athletes can attend free of charge.
Launch of the full version of “Gov Sales®,” an AI analytics tool for sales support for local governments
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三菱UFJリサーチ＆コンサルティング株式会社 launched the full version of “Gov Sales®,” an AI analytics tool for sales support for local governments jointly developed with University of Tokyo-born AI startup 株式会社2WINS, on November 5.
Don’t give up fragrance, even in rooms with pets. 4 fragrances for pets from Aera’s “true loves” collection arrive in Japan!
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株式会社フィッツコーポレーション will launch 4 pet-specific fragrances from “true loves,” for the Aera home smart diffuser developed by Prolitec Inc. in the United States, in Japan on November 5, 2026.
Facts
From Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
4 “true loves” fragrances
For spaces up to about 50 tatami mats
Price: 55,000 yen, including tax
Price: 13,200 yen each, including tax
Volume: 25 mL each
Enjoy the fragrance for about 2 months.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フィッツコーポレーション、Prolitec Inc.
More than 2,500 attendees—5 prominent companies take the stage at the “15th Individual Investor Summit”: event report
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The “15th Individual Investor Summit,” hosted by 株式会社IR Robotics, was held with 2,526 attendees. Sessions featuring executives from 5 publicly listed companies and networking with investors were held.
Facts
2,526 individual investors attended
73 attendees at the venue
More than 20 years of stock investment experience
The first major revision of the Labor Standards Act in 40 years
Original売上高1,000億円規模
Approximately 178,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter)
Indoor and beach volleyball standout Taido Mizumachi launches special collaboration items with Move Sport
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Descente Japan is launching collaboration items with volleyball player Taido Mizumachi under the MoveSport brand. The 3 products—a full-zip hoodie, T-shirt and towel—will be sold by preorder. Reservations open on November 6, with delivery scheduled from early March 2027.
Facts
9,900 yen, including tax
6,930 yen, including tax
3,960 yen, including tax
2,750 yen, including tax
10:00
Fri., Nov. 6
Sunday, Nov. 15
Early March 2027
10 winners
Companies mentioned：デサントジャパン株式会社、ウルフドッグス名古屋、トヨタ自動車ビーチバレーボール部、DESCENTE STORE
Business idea generation AI SaaS “IDEATION Cloud” integrates with AI persona research SaaS “Idea Echo.” Ideas can now be validated through AI personas on the same system.
[Railroad crossing] The hugely popular real-life MOOK “Railroad Crossing Signals & Barriers” gets a refreshed release on November 9, 2026!
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講談社 will release a refreshed edition of its real-life MOOK featuring “Railroad Crossing Signals & Barriers,” which has sold more than 500,000 copies in total across the series, on November 9, 2026. New features include added running sounds of a Shinkansen and a steam locomotive, as well as more stickers.
[株式会社トライ・インターナショナル] Showcases more than 40 types of processed miso products in New York
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株式会社トライ・インターナショナル held an exhibition in New York on October 5, 2026, showcasing more than 40 types of processed miso products and introducing the diversity of Japanese miso to more than 100 visitors.
Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra announces its 2027-28 season concert schedule
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一般社団法人東京佼成ウインドオーケストラ has announced its concert schedule for the 2027-28 season. In addition to holding 6 subscription concerts a year at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Concert Hall, it plans to present “Fantastic☆Christmas 2027” in December and “課題曲コンサート2028” in March. Each concert will feature works themed around “prayer,” while revivals of previously commissioned works and the Maslanka cycle will continue.
Establishes highly weather-resistant coating technology for exterior wood
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DAIKEN株式会社 has established highly weather-resistant coating technology for exterior wood and has begun proposing outdoor wood-based building materials, including exterior louvers and fences made with domestically sourced timber.
Electricity price hikes: More than 80% say monthly increases exceeding 3,000 yen are “unacceptable”
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According to a survey conducted by 合同会社KUUエステート, more than 80% of respondents said they could not accept an increase in their monthly electricity bill exceeding 3,000 yen. In addition, only 17.5% correctly knew when the government’s summer electricity bill discount would end, revealing that many consumers were unaware of the discount or its duration.
Facts
More than 80% cannot accept increases exceeding 3,000 yen
[Limited-time sale] Novilla “律｜エッジサポート” 20 cm pocket coil mattress 20% OFF! Special discount campaign
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Novilla is a global brand offering bedding in more than 130 countries and regions worldwide. Focusing on Japan’s distinctive climate and sleeping habits, it offers bedding that combines comfort, quality and practicality. For a limited time, it is running a special discount campaign offering the “律｜エッジサポート” 20 cm pocket coil mattress at 20% OFF.
Facts
More than 130 countries and regions worldwide
Annual sales exceed 1.4 million units
More than 10 million households and customers worldwide
Obtained 5 international certifications and related qualifications
Firm support design rated at 180N
32D high-density urethane foam
Regular price: 12,999 yen (tax included)
Sale price: 10,399 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Sweet Night Innovation JP株式会社、Novilla、Avenco、Amazon
JUNO PILATES featured in the inaugural issue of The PILATES Magazine, a publication specializing in Pilates. Its original machine “木玄” graces the cover
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“木玄,” the original machine from “JUNO PILATES,” operated by 株式会社JUNO, graces the cover of and is featured in the Pilates magazine The PILATES Magazine ISSUE 01, released on October 29, 2026.
X-Rite to exhibit at IPF Japan 2026 for the first time
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エックスライト社 will exhibit for the first time at “IPF Japan 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe starting December 1, 2026, and will showcase color management solutions for plastics manufacturing.
株式会社米乃家 will launch its new sweets brand “およね生ケーキサンド” on November 6, 2026, at “およねカフェ” in Iwakura, Aichi Prefecture. All 9 varieties will be sold for 390–550 yen, including tax. The handmade products were developed through more than 1,000 trial runs over about 1 year.
“Honkai: Nexus Anima” officially opens applications for its “Final β Test”
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HoYoverse announced that the data-wipe “Final β Test” for the RPG “Honkai: Nexus Anima” will begin on PC, Android and iOS on November 25, 2026. The official release is planned for spring 2027.
[Globalway] Supporting AI adoption and business transformation at companies in Okinawa Prefecture, drawing on its track record with Okinawa Electric Power
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株式会社グローバルウェイ will exhibit at “ResorTech EXPO 2026 in Okinawa,” held at Okinawa Suntory Arena on November 19 and 20, 2026, and will present case studies on CRM renewal and the development of an AI contact center at Okinawa Electric Power.
Facts
Nov. 19, 2026
Friday, the 20th
About 98%
11 months
Companies mentioned：株式会社グローバルウェイ、沖縄電力株式会社、MuleSoft、Amazon Connect、Salesforce Voice、Agentforce、QwikBuild、キャリコネ、タイムチケット、TikTok LIVE
株式会社角川アスキー総合研究所 will livestream the final judging for the 3rd CSUP, a business contest hosted by 埼玉県, starting at 13:00 on November 13, 2026. The 9 finalists will give presentations, followed by an awards ceremony. The grand prize winner will receive 1 million yen.
“ドミノ・ピザ x Minecraft Dungeons 2” collaboration sets arrive for a limited time starting Monday, November 9! Set A: A set with a limited-quantity bonus squeeze toy. Set B: A set with collaboration stickers and virtual items.
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株式会社ドミノ・ピザ ジャパン will launch limited-time sets in collaboration with Minecraft Dungeons II starting November 9, 2026. There are 2 types, Set A and Set B, each with bonuses such as a squeeze toy or virtual items.
Major James Turrell exhibition to open in Kyoto. Long-running exhibition to launch in early 2027, opening the immersive art center Superblue Kyoto
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A major solo exhibition by contemporary artist James Turrell will run for an extended period as the opening exhibition of Superblue Kyoto, an immersive art center opening in southeastern Kyoto Station area in early 2027.
University of Tokyo Matsuo Lab startup 2WINS and 三菱UFJリサーチ&コンサルティング jointly develop AI sales-support analysis tool for local governments, “Gov Sales®︎” (Gov Sales), and launch the official version!
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株式会社2WINS and 三菱UFJリサーチ&コンサルティング have launched the official version of “Gov Sales®,” an AI sales-support analysis tool for local governments.
Facts
Starting today, Nov. 5, 2026
Equivalent to about 90% of local governments nationwide
Sales and classes begin for the “Hyogo Prefecture Public High School Entrance Exam Prep Web Course, 2027 Edition.”
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Through a collaboration between 株式会社メディアオーパスプラス and 株式会社英俊社, the “2027 Exam Edition” of the Hyogo Prefecture public high school entrance exam prep web course went on sale and opened on November 5.
Facts
Classes begin Thursday, November 5
Original11月5日（木）13時00分より販売開始
Past Exam Web Course: 5,800 yen (tax included)
Weakness-Building Web Course: 3,600 yen (tax included)
Practice Test Web Course: 4,800 yen (tax included)
株式会社ニゴロ begins consultations on adopting “YOROSICU,” which lets users update websites simply by writing in a chat
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株式会社ニゴロ began consultations on adopting “YOROSICU,” a prompt-based CMS that lets users update websites simply by writing in a chat, on November 5, 2026.
Local leaders who make their voices heard are driving Aki City forward. Kochi Prefecture’s Aki City launches the second regional co-creation project
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As the second installment of a regional co-creation project hosted by Aki City, Kochi Prefecture, the project introduces 8 key figures working in fields such as agriculture, fishing, lodging, traditional culture, architecture, and public relations, highlighting their efforts to solve challenges and build the community.
Facts
8 key figures involved with Aki City from different backgrounds
In August 2026, 8 key figures involved with Aki City from different backgrounds, including agriculture, fishing, lodging, traditional culture, architecture, and public relations, gathered together.
Over 3 years, they built a community bringing together 20 people in their 20s from Akano
A community bringing together 20 people in their 20s from Akano
More than 200 people visit each month, and close to 2,000 visit each year
A depopulated settlement with a population of about 20
During the 16 years he has lived there
It accounts for 1/4 of Japan’s yuzu production
To become one of Japan’s top 10 citrus growers
Aki City has about 350 yuzu farms
Gaining 33,000 followers, among other achievements
I worked as a fisherman for about 5 years
In May 2026, they held a festival with fishermen at its center
Drawing about 2,000 visitors even in heavy rain
Aki City’s number of births has fallen by about 60% in 10 years, among other challenges
Of the estimated 6,000 vacant homes in eastern Kochi Prefecture
With a goal of restoring 60 of the vacant homes
Companies mentioned：有限会社はたやま夢楽、千光士農園、Hostel東風ノ家（Kochi-no-ya）、株式会社井上建築、株式会社Ojima production
Outdoor brand Hilander, operated by 株式会社ナチュラム, will hold BLACK FRIDAY 2026 in its official store from November 5 through 29, 2026. Under the theme “Black Style,” it will offer all-black camping gear at special prices.
[Ichikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture] Taking the craftsmanship of Ichikawa Town, birthplace of domestically made golf iron heads, to Taiwan. “metl.egg,” an iron supplement item made from iron offcuts, to make its debut at a trade show in Taiwan
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株式会社Tradge of Ichikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture, will make its first appearance at the international trade show POP UP ASIA 2026, taking place in Taipei, Taiwan, from November 12, 2026. The company will showcase “metl.egg,” an iron supplement item made from iron offcuts using forging and polishing techniques developed for manufacturing golf iron heads.
Akewaka’s solo exhibition “Sunflower Exhibition” to be held in Kagurazaka, Tokyo, on November 21 and 22, showcasing all 50 works painted over about 1 year
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株式会社日本表現技術研究所 and 一般社団法人国際じぶんストーリー協会 will hold あけわか’s solo exhibition, “Sunflower Exhibition,” at shucof in Kagurazaka, Tokyo, on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026. The exhibition will feature 50 sunflower works created over about 1 year, and admission is free.
Facts
Original2026年11月21日(土)・22日(日)
50 works
About 1 year
Currently has more than 11,000 channel subscribers
ホノルル・クッキー・カンパニー has announced its 2026 holiday collection. The collection includes a collaboration with Hawaiian local brand NOHO HOME and seasonal flavors, and is scheduled to go on sale around mid-November.
NEEDIS, a chain-focused custom jewelry store originating in Daikanyama, Tokyo, opens its first location at エストネーション大阪店
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NEEDIS, a chain-focused custom jewelry store originating in Daikanyama, Tokyo, will hold a POP UP STORE at エストネーション大阪店 from Nov. 13 to 23, selling custom jewelry and holding same-day custom order events.
Facts
Event period: Friday, Nov. 13–Monday, Nov. 23
Hours: 11:00–21:00
Price: from 4400 yen
Price: 36,300 yen (tax included)
We carry more than about 150 varieties at all times
AIworker launches “Estimate AI,” enabling companies to pass on internally the judgment behind estimates that experienced staff have traditionally made based on their experience, using past projects
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株式会社AIworker has launched “Estimate AI,” a service that supports decisions on estimate amounts—previously dependent on experienced employees—based on data from past projects.
Facts
Original見積1件に平均90分
Original見積1件あたりの作成時間：平均90分 → 約30分
Time for new employees to prepare an estimate: about 180 minutes
Time for new employees to prepare an estimate: about 180 minutes → about 40 minutes
Rework due to omitted parts selection: about 15%
Rework due to omitted parts selection: about 15% → about 5%
More than 70% of water heater replacements happen “after a breakdown.” Results released from a survey of 775 customers across 39 prefectures nationwide [Part 1]
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According to survey results from 775 respondents across 39 prefectures nationwide conducted by 株式会社Cools, equipment failure was the reason for replacing a water heater in 75.4% of cases in 2025 and 72.4% in 2026, accounting for more than 70%. The survey also found high satisfaction with installation speed. Information on subsidies and tips for preparing in advance is also provided.
藤堂高義, representative of 株式会社AZ, to join a cross-talk session at the publication party for “Online Ad Operations: Complete Playbook, 2nd Edition”
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藤堂高義, representative of 株式会社AZ, will join 寳洋平 of アユダンテ株式会社 for a cross-talk session at the publication party for “Online Ad Operations: Complete Playbook, 2nd Edition,” to be held on Dec. 4, 2026.