Gain an edge with your “commute time”: how businesspeople use “spare moments” for certification support programs × self-investment
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株式会社NECT announced that cumulative use of its certification support program for qualifications pursued outside work has surpassed 104 people since the program began in 2023. An average of 2.5 people take on the challenge each month, and mid-career hires account for 75%. The company supports employees’ career autonomy by covering the full exam fee with no upper limit and lending textbooks free of charge.
From a hugely popular series by picture-book author Keiko Shibata, “Panda no Osaji: Shake-Shake Sugoroku,” a sugoroku board game for children aged 3 and up, goes on sale November 5.
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株式会社ポプラ社 will release “Panda no Osaji: Shake-Shake Sugoroku,” a sugoroku board game from the “Panda no Osaji” series by picture-book author Keiko Shibata, on November 5. The product for children aged 3 and up brings the world of the popular series, which has sold more than 450,000 copies, to life. The list price is 3,520 yen (tax included).
In the AI era, why do people seek things that cannot be resolved through logic? “Emotional self-protection,” sought by 1 in 2 consumers — ifs analyzes modern people’s new relationship with fortune-telling and assessments
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An analysis of the results of a survey on attitudes toward fortune-telling and assessments conducted by Itochu Fashion System (ifs). In the AI era, people are using fortune-telling and self-assessments as a form of “emotional self-protection” that cannot be grasped through logic, and as a basis for finding reassurance. The factors that inspire trust differ by generation (tradition vs. data).
The world of “books,” depicted by 17 painters who graduated from the Design Department of Tokyo University of the Arts. “阿○吽: Painters’ Library” opens at 丸善・丸の内本店 on November 11
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The exhibition “阿○吽: Painters’ Library,” by the group of painters “阿○吽,” all graduates of the Design Department of Tokyo University of the Arts, will be held at 丸善・丸の内本店 starting November 11, 2026. Its theme is “books.”
“Etomo Kikuna” to open on Friday, December 4, 2026
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東急株式会社 announced that the commercial facility “Etomo Kikuna” will open on December 4, 2026. 株式会社東急モールズデベロップメント, the operator, also released details about its 9 tenants and opening commemorative campaign.
[Directly connected to Ginza Station] The warmth and comfort of a Japanese home amid the city’s glamour. “和牛焼肉 銀座八山,” serving Tajima-bloodline Kobe beef and the flavors of the seasons, grand opens Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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株式会社クリエイト・ダイニング will grand open “和牛焼肉 銀座八山,” a wagyu yakiniku restaurant, on the 2nd floor of the commercial facility “NISHIGINZA,” directly connected to Ginza Station, on December 1, 2026.
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Special price: 15,000 yen (tax and service charge included)
Regular price: 20,900 yen (tax and service charge included)
[Limited quantities] A Christmas campaign for the fun interactive “Kousagi Tirol” picture-book series by popular picture-book author Rika Matsuo!
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東京書店株式会社 will launch a Christmas campaign at select bookstores starting in late November, giving away an exclusive postcard to customers who purchase either of the 2 interactive picture books in the “Kousagi Tirol” series by Rika Matsuo.
“Breathair®” provided to senior Shiba goat “Kombu.” Supporting animal quality of life with a high-performance material
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東洋紡エムシー株式会社 provided a mattress made with its high-performance material “Breathair®” to “Kombu,” a Shiba goat kept at 日本モンキーセンター, to help reduce the strain caused by arthritis.
Marmot × URBAN RESEARCH DOORS: A special 2WAY custom down jacket for 2026 AW, newly released
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URBAN RESEARCH DOORS introduces a 2WAY down jacket custom-made with Marmot. It uses 15-denier nylon fabric and water-repellent 750 Fill Power down, and is priced at 39,600 yen.
Facts
15-denier nylon fabric
750 Fill Power (750FP)
Typical quality down (550–700FP)
High-spec standard of 700FP or higher
Price: ¥39,600 (tax incl.)
An outdoor brand whose roots lie in the “マーモット Club,” a mountaineering club founded in 1971 by 2 students at the University of California
It later established Marmot Mountain Works社 in 1974
In 1976, it became the first outdoor apparel company to adopt GORE-TEX in its gear, revolutionizing the industry
Companies mentioned：株式会社アーバンリサーチ、URBAN RESEARCH DOORS、Marmot、マーモット、Marmot Mountain Works社、URBAN RESEARCH Store、URBAN RESEARCH ONLINE STORE
Results released from a trial in Shibuya Ward of “AOGU COCO,” a plush toy dementia-care AI partner: daily conversations became a habit in participating households, and family members’ interactions also changed
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AOGU株式会社 released results from a trial with Shibuya Ward showing that its plush toy dementia-care AI, “AOGU COCO,” helped establish a habit of conversation and improve how family members interact.
Breaking through the fierce competition for engineers. Athlete Japan launches “top athlete portrait assets that convey a spirit of challenge” for IT and web companies
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Athlete Japan株式会社, a group company of サステナブルホールディングス株式会社, has launched an “Portrait Asset Package for IT Talent Recruitment” to support engineer recruitment in the IT and web industries. It offers portrait assets of Daisuke Ohata, Ai Sugiyama, and Koji Uehara for a monthly fee of ¥300,000 and up.
Facts
From ¥300,000 per month
69 tries for the Japan national team
3 women's doubles titles
1 mixed doubles title
62 consecutive appearances in World Grand Slam events
バイオーム × なっぷ launch the “Creature Search Quest” at campgrounds nationwide
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株式会社バイオーム and 株式会社R.project have collaborated on the quest “Biome × なっぷ: Find Wildlife at Campgrounds — Autumn/Winter Edition,” launching on Nov. 5, 2026, at contracted campgrounds nationwide.
Facts
Original2026年11月5日（木）13:00より開始しました
The app has surpassed 1.33 million cumulative downloads
Releasing services that foster initiative and emotional growth through soccer and support lifelong active participation
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株式会社インフィニットマインド and 株式会社PLS have jointly released GROWTH, a development support app for boys and girls who play soccer, and Brain Athlete, an app for adults that supports lifelong active participation.
Matching Santa!? An aquarium-wide gathering of creatures proud of their “whiskers” for Christmas: “Christmas Aqua World 2026” starts Nov. 13!
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アクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館 will hold a Christmas event from Nov. 13 to Dec. 25, 2026, featuring exhibits highlighting sharks’ dermal denticles and the whiskers of other creatures, along with limited-time menu items.
[VIPO Film Award results] Indonesia’s “Goldfish” wins among 30 projects selected for the Asian Project Market (APM), the project market at the Busan International Film Festival!
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VIPO presented the VIPO Film Award to Indonesia’s “Goldfish,” selected from among 30 projects at the Busan International Film Festival’s APM.
さいたま国際芸術祭2027 announces first 8 participating artists
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さいたま国際芸術祭実行委員会 announced the first 8 participating artists for さいたま国際芸術祭2027, which will run from Oct. 23 to Dec. 26, 2027. Four artists, including イリ・キリアン, will take part in the art projects, while 4, including 久保田弘成（根石院）, will participate in the community projects.
A spectacular tuna-cutting show and all-you-can-fill vegetable bags! Enjoy the market’s delicious food at the 北部市場食彩まつり on Saturday, Nov. 7!
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The 北部市場食彩まつり will be held at 川崎市中央卸売市場北部市場 on Nov. 7, Reiwa 8. Events include a tuna-cutting show, all-you-can-fill vegetable bags and a flower auction.
“Door-to-door property search” feature added to the “Home Search” section of the NAVITIME web version
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株式会社ナビタイムジャパン added a free “Door-to-door property search” feature to the “Home Search” section of the NAVITIME web version on Nov. 5, 2026, allowing users to search for properties based on travel times to multiple destinations.
Highly rated for everyday UV protection: マミー ＵＶマイルドジェルＮ wins top prize in the sunscreen category of the トモニテ子育て大賞2026!
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株式会社伊勢半’s マミー UVマイルドジェルN won the top prize in the sunscreen category of the トモニテ子育て大賞2026, hosted by 株式会社エブリー. The series has ranked No. 1 in the children’s UV protection market for 7 consecutive years.
On October 26, 2026, CHISAKI, CHINA and YUUKA of Super Girls visited Nezaki Kodomoen in Anjo City, where they enjoyed quizzes and dancing with the children. シーホース三河 announced its policy of promoting sports and providing education as part of its SDGs project, “Be With.”
[November 25 and 30, 2026] “Labor and Social Security Attorney × AI Practical Seminar 2026 in Kyushu” to be held in person in Kagoshima and Fukuoka; Goichi Ito to deliver the keynote address [Free admission]
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株式会社エムケイシステム will hold the “Labor and Social Security Attorney × AI Practical Seminar 2026 in Kyushu” in person in Kagoshima and Fukuoka on November 25 and 30, 2026, with Goichi Ito delivering the keynote address.
—Landscape, a State of Mind—Shohei Takasaki Japanese-Style Painting Exhibition: A world of landscapes unfolding in the heart, woven from the seasons and flowers
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Shohei Takasaki’s Japanese-style painting exhibition “—Landscape, a State of Mind—” will be held at 松坂屋静岡店 from November 11 to 17, 2026. Works themed around the seasons, cherry blossoms and nemophila will be displayed, and the artist is scheduled to be present.
Considering management and business through perspectives on nature—abt launches a new dialogue series, “beyond ecology DIALOGUE”!
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公益社団法人アクト・ビヨンド・トラスト（abt） has launched “beyond ecology DIALOGUE,” a series of discussions about the future of nature and society. The first installment, a conversation with Yoshihiko Haruyama, representative director and CEO of 株式会社ヤマップ, was released on November 5.
[EL COMMUN] A new line of charming animal goods illustrated by Mayako Shinohara launches from stationery brand “MATOKA”
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A line of animal goods illustrated by Mayako Shinohara will launch in early November 2026 from “MATOKA,” the stationery brand of 有限会社EL COMMUN. The line will feature 5 items, with a second release planned for February 2027.
Learn with an audio guide while exploring a World Heritage site through immersive art: “NAKED meets 二条城 2026” opens
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“NAKED meets 二条城 2026,” an immersive art exhibition planned by 株式会社ネイキッド, has been running since October 23. Featuring an audio guide by Yoko Shogenji of Hinatazaka46, the exhibition offers an experience of Kan’ei culture through projection mapping and participatory art.
Sodick Sumo Club athletes Hayato Miwa and Shun Ikeda receive the “Kaga City Citizen’s Honor Award” and the “Kaga City Sports Association Special Sports Award”
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Hayato Miwa and Shun Ikeda, members of 株式会社ソディック’s sumo club, have received the “Kaga City Citizen’s Honor Award” and the “Kaga City Sports Association Special Sports Award.”
“Hanshin Line Health Lectures” to be held from December to March, featuring Hyogo Medical University Hospital specialists discussing “Kampo,” “lower back pain,” “choosing a health screening and gut health,” and “dementia”!
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阪神電気鉄道株式会社 and 学校法人兵庫医科大学 will hold the “Hanshin Line Health Lectures” from December through March next year, covering “Kampo,” “lower back pain,” “choosing a health screening and gut health,” and “dementia.” Admission is free.
8 works made from ceramic fragments on display in Ginza: CACL’s “The Future Begins with Fragments” now underway
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株式会社CACL is holding “The Future Begins with Fragments,” an exhibition of 8 works made from ceramic fragments at ハイアット セントリック 銀座 東京. Some works will be available for purchase, and talk sessions and workshops will also be held.
“I can change the world with my voice” — Girls identify challenges themselves and bring them to government, their communities and the world. Videos presenting the work of “Community Action Challenge 100 Award” winning projects released all at once on YouTube!
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公益社団法人ガールスカウト日本連盟 announced the release on YouTube of presentation videos showcasing the winning projects of the 8th Community Action Challenge 100 Award and the B-P Award at the online event “Girls’ Message 2026,” held on October 11, 2026.
Facts
Now in its 8th year
154 countries and regions worldwide
Approximately 11.2 million members
Collected 323 kg
Organizational improvement for an organization of 50 people
More than 30 people
Survey responses from 562 junior and senior high school students and others
3 titles with new installments on the way are now available for 999 yen or less! “スクエニ BLACK FRIDAY SALE Part 1” launches
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株式会社スクウェア・エニックス has launched “スクエニ BLACK FRIDAY SALE Part 1,” making titles including “FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE” and “DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS ３” available for 999 yen or less ahead of their latest installments.
Facts
1 million copies
986 yen
82% off
85% off
996 yen
Up to 87% off
60% off
40% off
Companies mentioned：株式会社スクウェア・エニックス、スクウェア・エニックス、スクエニ、SQUARE ENIX、ARMOR PROJECT、BIRD STUDIO
イオンモール幕張新都心 to Exhibit at the “Mai” Hometown Tax Donation Discovery Festival on Nov. 7–8!
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南あわじ市 will exhibit at the “Mai” Hometown Tax Donation Discovery Festival, held at イオンモール幕張新都心 on Nov. 7–8, showcasing and selling local specialties such as Awaji Island onions and GI-registered Awaji Island hand-stretched somen noodles.
Launch of operations for “SABOT,” a remotely operated spray-can discharge device for drones
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JR東日本ビルテック株式会社 has begun operating “SABOT,” a remotely operated spray-can discharge device for drones introduced in December 2025, at actual worksites.
Turning Meiji-era tea trade into contemporary art. New “Tokiwa Green” color arrives for the chusen-dyed tenugui “Traveling Tea Chest”
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koigoromo, based in Shimada, Shizuoka Prefecture, began selling “Tokiwa Green,” a new color of its chusen-dyed tenugui “Traveling Tea Chest ~Journey~,” inspired by Meiji-era tea trade, in early September 2026. The price is 2,310 yen each (tax included).
“Narita Airport’s Second Opening” Promotion Project Launches!
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NTT東日本 has launched a promotion project to provide communications and ICT support for “Narita Airport’s Second Opening,” which includes strengthening the airport’s functions and developing a new terminal.
If one day you are asked, “Will you halt operations and services?”, who will answer, and based on what criteria? (Free decision-making chart)
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合同会社SecuROI provides a free decision-making chart to help organizations decide in advance whether to halt or continue operations when a serious vulnerability arises. The document is aligned with frameworks including NIST and ISO/IEC 27001 and is designed for company presidents and information systems managers.
Marmot × URBAN RESEARCH DOORS 2026 AW: The popular women’s down jacket returns with new colors!
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URBAN RESEARCH DOORS is introducing an exclusive down jacket and down vest with Marmot for its 2026 fall/winter lineup. The popular jacket from last year returns with 4 new colors, and the vest is also being introduced for the first time.
Facts
¥33,000
¥26,400
15-denier
750 fill power
Scheduled for late November 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社アーバンリサーチ、URBAN RESEARCH DOORS、URBAN RESEARCH Store、URBAN RESEARCH ONLINE STORE、Marmot、マーモット、Marmot Mountain Works社
Sustainable, hands-on learning event: &EARTH Smart Life Project “Let’s Spread the Word! Connect and Continue” to be held at Lazona Kawasaki Plaza
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三井不動産株式会社 and Kawasaki City will jointly hold the hands-on SDGs learning event “Let’s Spread the Word! Connect and Continue” at Lazona Kawasaki Plaza on November 23, 2026.
Dialpad and Ada to merge to build an agentic OS supporting customer service operations
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Dialpad and Ada announced plans to merge with the goal of building an agentic OS to support customer service operations. The companies aim to combine human and AI capabilities to improve customer experience and gain a competitive advantage. The transaction is expected to close around November 12, 2026, and financial terms were not disclosed.
Facts
We have analyzed more than 14 billion minutes cumulatively
マコー President Yoshihisa Asai to speak at a talk session hosted by Nagaoka City, sharing workplace practices at a company recognized as a Platinum White Company for 2 consecutive years
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マコー株式会社 President Yoshihisa Asai will speak at a talk session hosted by Nagaoka City, discussing the company’s workplace practices and “磨創人” talent development initiative. The company has received Platinum White Company certification for 2 consecutive years.
The first release from カワニシカバン’s “Satin” series: “met,” the company’s first helmet bag, goes on sale. Made from puffy, glossy nylon satin—this Kagawa-based bag brand has 150,000 YouTube subscribers
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カワニシカバン (株式会社カワニシカバンプロダクト), based in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, will launch the “Satin Helmet Bag met” on November 7, 2026. The price is 46,900 yen (tax included).
Re-launching Monday, November 9, 2026. A rich, fresh citrus-scented foam for clear skin free of dullness*. A facial cleanser carefully finished by hand by soap artisans
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株式会社AMRITARA will relaunch its organic facial cleanser “Creamy Whip Soap” on November 9, 2026. The company has enhanced the scent of Ehime-grown amanatsu oranges and sweet oranges and adopted a recycled PET container.
Facts
A veteran artisan with more than 30 years of experience
Carefully made over the course of 3–4 days
Has continued growing mandarins without relying on pesticides or chemical fertilizers since 1974
150 mL, ¥3,520 (tax included)
Trial size: 30 mL, ¥979 (tax included)
A campaign offering 10% back in points to mark the renewal
“Humans can’t beat AI.” Lightblue places corporate advertisement at Komaba-Todaimae Station
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株式会社Lightblue placed a corporate advertisement on the platform at Komaba-Todaimae Station on the Keio Inokashira Line, the nearest station to the University of Tokyo’s Komaba Campus, as part of efforts to strengthen new graduate recruitment. The advertisement highlights the potential of AI and humans and will be displayed from Nov. 1, 2026, to Apr. 30, 2027. Lightblue
Meat food favorites gather at イオンモール堺北花田! “MEAT FOODFES in イオンモール堺北花田” to run for 4 days, Nov. 20 (Fri)–23 (Mon, holiday)!
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FoodFes株式会社 will hold “MEAT FOODFES in イオンモール堺北花田” at イオンモール堺北花田 from Nov. 20 to 23, 2026. Food stalls featuring meat dishes such as Awaji beef and roast chicken will set up, and a capsule-toy campaign will also be held.
神奈川県 will work with 公益財団法人日本オリンピック委員会 (JOC) to hold the “JOC Olympic Classroom” at 2 middle schools in the prefecture. Olympians will serve as teachers and explain Olympism and the values of the Olympics.
Corporate Location Seminar: “Research and Development Potential in Kanagawa” to be held!
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神奈川県 will hold a corporate location seminar, “Research and Development Potential in Kanagawa,” on Dec. 16 in cooperation with 大和ハウス工業株式会社. The program will include an introduction to “Select Kanagawa NEXT,” a support program offering subsidies and tax measures, as well as talks on industry-academia collaboration in advanced medicine and inter-company collaboration at Shonan iPark.
KEF will exhibit at the “Osaka High-End Audio Show 2026,” to be held Nov. 13–15 at ハートンホテル心斎橋 Annex in Osaka, showcasing a wide range of speakers, including new products such as LS LUXE and REFERENCE 1 Meta.
Notice Regarding Changes to a Consolidated Subsidiary (Transfer of Shares)
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株式会社フジクラ has decided to transfer 60.8% of the issued shares of its consolidated subsidiary Nishinippon Electric Wire to AGSPC43, a special-purpose company operated by Aspirant Group. As a result, Nishinippon Electric Wire will be removed from Fujikura’s scope of consolidation.
[Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture] “Ichihara Great Harvest Festival 2026” to feature a rice prize drawing and harvest experiences!
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The “Ichihara Great Harvest Festival 2026” will be held in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, on Nov. 14 and 15. Activities will include a children’s harvest experience, an agricultural products prize drawing (1st prize: 60 kg of brown rice), and an agricultural and forestry products exhibition.
Japan’s domestic economy improved in October 2026 for the first time in 2 months, supported by expanding AI demand and a pickup in production and equipment utilization
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The October 2026 Economy DI announced by 株式会社帝国データバンク stood at 45.0, improving for the first time in 2 months as AI demand expanded and production and equipment utilization picked up. By industry, conditions improved in manufacturing and transportation and warehousing, while real estate and other sectors worsened. Views also differ among industries expected to be affected by a cut in the consumption tax rate on food and beverages.
Facts
The Economy DI rose 0.4 points from the previous month to 45.0
22,025 companies nationwide (10,169 valid responses, response rate of 46.2%)
Limited release of “メディキュット なまけものソックス.” Comfortably warm feet and refreshed legs.
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Reckitt Benckiser Japan will launch the limited-edition “メディキュット なまけものソックス” from its compression sock brand “メディキュット” online and at select stores in November 2026. The product features heat retention under the feet and graduated compression.
Facts
No. 1 in the compression sock market
(June 2020–September 2026)
Around Nov. 5, 2026 (Thu)
Approximately 2.6 times
Approximately 6 times
Ankle: 21 hPa
Calf: 16 hPa
Companies mentioned：レキットベンキーザー・ジャパン株式会社、インテージSRI+、楽天、TikTok Shop、マツモトキヨシ、イオングループ、Thermo Labo II
Demonstration of remote control of “IRIGATE,” next-generation communications for connected cars, to be showcased at AECC international meeting
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株式会社ソラコム will demonstrate remote control of a connected car using the next-generation communications platform “IRIGATE” at the AECC international meeting “All-Member Meeting,” to be held in Tokyo on Nov. 10, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
A car’s life cycle is said to exceed 20 years
Joined AECC in May 2024
Connected across more than 200 countries and regions
malvaサッカースクール to compete in “TIC TAC CUP 2026” in Barcelona, Spain! Seeking corporate supporters to help children take on the world
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株式会社malva will compete in the U-10 and U-11 categories at the international soccer tournament “TIC TAC CUP 2026,” to be held in Barcelona, Spain, in December 2026. It is seeking corporate and individual supporters to help fund the overseas trip.
シャープ will provide exhibition support for “The History of Mechanical Pencils and Calculators,” a special exhibition to be held at the “シャープペンシル博物館” in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, from Nov. 8, 2026, to Apr. 25, 2027.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
Through Apr. 25, 2027 (Sun)
In 1915, it was named and marketed as the Hayakawa Mechanical Pencil
Further improvements were made in 1916
This is the “CS-10A,” announced in March 1964
Showcasing approximately 80 items from the museum’s collection
株式会社たけびし announced its consolidated results for the interim period of the fiscal year ending March 2027. Revenue rose 21.6% year on year to ¥63.503 billion, while operating profit increased 62.0% to ¥3.199 billion. With demand expanding in AI- and semiconductor-related fields, the company raised its full-year earnings forecast and plans to increase its annual dividend.
Fixstars and FastMetal launch high-speed inference AI services on domestic GPU servers
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Fixstars and 国際調達情報 began offering high-speed inference AI services on domestic GPU servers via FastMetal on November 5, 2026. The DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 model is available.
From the station to the fields and makers: A journey exploring Katsunuma's “soil” — “Katsunuma Terroir Journey” Family Edition / Adults' Themed Travel Edition
株式会社SHIBUYA109エンタテイメント will hold the Black Friday special campaign “VIBES⤴BLACK FRIDAY” at SHIBUYA109渋谷店 in Shibuya, Tokyo, from November 21 to 30, 2026. During the campaign, purchases at participating stores will qualify for special prices and limited-edition items, as well as a limited-quantity novelty gift (a can opener or disposable hand warmer).
Opening November 6: “SALAM OMIYAGE Asakusa” souvenir shop for Muslim visitors to Japan, with one of the country's largest selections
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株式会社シード will open “SALAM OMIYAGE Asakusa,” a souvenir shop for Muslim visitors to Japan, in Asakusa, Tokyo, on November 6, 2026. The shop will offer approximately 250 items and a prayer room, and will be operated in partnership with CULTURE LINK MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. (CLM).
Facts
Nov. 6, 2026
Approximately 250 items
Approximately 1.64 million people
Capital: 50 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社シード、CULTURE LINK MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.、CLM、有限会社西尾商店、観光庁、日本政府観光局、JNTO、コンデナスト・トラベラー
Capturing life that “continues to bloom even after it has ended”: New work unveiled for 蜷川実花 with EiM × 道後温泉 DOGO ART in Dogo, Ehime
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As part of 蜷川実花 with EiM × 道後温泉 DOGO ART, held in the Dogo area of Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, since October 2025, a new installation titled “Camellia” went on view on October 16, 2026, at a former barbershop at the entrance to Shonin-zaka.
Facts
Since 2014
Since October 2025
(being held through February 2027)
This is the 4th time
On October 16,
From Friday, October 16, 2026–
Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
Companies mentioned：道後アート実行委員会、蜷川実花 with EiM、道後温泉 DOGO ART、Wonderstock Photo、Lucky Star Co.,Ltd
Redefining corporate support in the AI era: gootbox moves to a new structure combining experience on the front lines of business with creative expertise
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株式会社gootbox appointed Cho Eun-sun as CMO in April 2026 and transitioned to a new structure combining strategic capabilities with creative expertise. As its first service under the new structure, it launched “HR EXPERIENCE DESIGN” by Mitsuhiro Someya, a specialist in HR strategy and organizational development, and also renewed its corporate website.
Facts
April 2026
July 16, 2013
Companies mentioned：株式会社gootbox、Lenovo、Johnson & Johnson、Reckitt Benckiser、トレンドマイクロ、セガ、エイチーム、オリコン、ORICON NEXT
Container logistics platform OneStream launches new “Automatic Gate-In Slip Creation” feature to reduce truck wait times
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OneStream株式会社 launched a new “Automatic Gate-In Slip Creation” feature for its container logistics platform on November 2, 2026, aiming to reduce truck wait times and advance digital transformation at logistics sites.
Facts
Launched on November 2, 2026
Cumulative sales have surpassed approximately 50,000 units
BoA to hold “2026 BoA the LIVE FINALE” at Tokyo Garden Theater on Friday, January 8, 2027!
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BoA will hold “2026 BoA the LIVE FINALE” at Tokyo Garden Theater on January 8, 2027. The special concert will celebrate the 25th anniversary of her Japanese debut and the 20th anniversary of the live series, and is also set to feature songs from her mini-album “歩幅,” released in November.
Facts
Jan. 8 (Fri.), 2027
25th anniversary of Japanese debut
20th anniversary of the live series “BoA the LIVE”
VIP seats: 19,800 yen
R seats: 14,800 yen
First Japanese original mini-album in 8 years
Price: 2,420 yen each (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Idol School Japan株式会社、BApal Entertainment、THE SQUARE ENM、FG ENTERTAINMENT株式会社、BApal
CarryNote receives a major update for light cargo drivers: from daily report management to coordinating jobs with companies and finding new work
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キャリーノート株式会社 has significantly upgraded its app for light cargo drivers, adding expense management, job coordination with companies and progress reports through integration with its corporate service CarryNote Plus, a business search and chat function, and a job application entry function planned for launch by the end of 2026.
Facts
Daily reports: 3 days' worth
Up to 3 entries each for sales, expenses, maintenance records, and accident reports
Free connections between individual users, up to 5 people
Paid plan: 800 yen per month (tax included)
Planned for launch by the end of 2026
Companies mentioned：キャリーノート株式会社、CarryNote、CarryNote Plus
Carrying on the name of Shinsaibashi club “ONZIEME-11（オンジェム）,” it comes to Kobe after about 10 years. DJ BAR “ONZIEME-1” to grand open on Nov. 13
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INSOU Japan株式会社 will grand open DJ BAR “ONZIEME-1” in Sannomiya, Chuo Ward, Kobe, on Nov. 13, 2026. Carrying on the name of Shinsaibashi club “ONZIEME-11,” it will offer a space to enjoy music and conversation under the concept “Savor the nights of Kobe.”
Winners of the “ART & BUSINESS AWARD 2026” announced
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経済産業省 and 一般財団法人カルチャー・ヴィジョン・ジャパン announced the winners of the “ART & BUSINESS AWARD 2026,” which recognizes the creation of economic value through collaboration between companies and the arts. Five categories and special awards were selected from 83 entries, and the awards ceremony will be held on Dec. 1, 2026.
Facts
83 entries
5 categories
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Companies mentioned：経済産業省、一般財団法人カルチャー・ヴィジョン・ジャパン、株式会社三井住友フィナンシャルグループ、株式会社三井住友銀行、株式会社日立製作所、マツダ株式会社、株式会社アンテプリマジャパン、株式会社thePIXEL、西武鉄道株式会社、株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー、株式会社プラスアート、株式会社夕暮れ、株式会社ACTA PLUS、株式会社KASASAGI、TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、一般社団法人0と編集社、株式会社ＡＯＩＬＯ、AGC株式会社、株式会社リビタ、株式会社The Chain Museum、パークホテル東京、一般財団法人 日本産業芸術財団、大林組、公益財団法人大林財団、森美術館、国立アートリサーチセンター、NPO法人アーツイニシアティヴトウキョウ、Art Intelligence Global、UntroD Capital Japan株式会社、東京藝術大学、ベネッセホールディングス、公益財団法人福武財団
Managers of unmanned stores, 24-hour facilities, and condominium common areas can simply check and approve on-screen—without visiting the site or looking for a contractor. Kirei One systematizes patrol work. One point of contact handles everything, from identifying a problem to getting it fixed.
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Kirei One, the comprehensive service brand operated by 株式会社KIREI produce, has systematized patrol work at unmanned stores and 24-hour facilities, providing a single point of contact from problem detection through repair approval. Its proprietary cloud system “Cosmo” enables reports and approvals using dates and photos, reducing the need for managers to attend sites or arrange contractors.
Winter Present Campaign 2026: Give a sparkling star as your companion☆ Win a “Star Quilting Shoulder Bag”!
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株式会社レイジースーザン will run a winter campaign for the holiday season starting Nov. 11, 2026, giving away an original “Star Quilting Shoulder Bag” with purchases of 22,000 yen or more.
adjoe earns top rankings in 8 regions worldwide, including Japan and South Korea, in the AppsFlyer “Performance Index 2026”!
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adjoe ranked in 27 categories across 8 regions worldwide in the AppsFlyer “Performance Index 2026,” placing 6th on Android and 10th on iOS in the Japanese and South Korean markets.
This year features a new immersive light display! “Winter Cherry Blossoms®” lit with the community—sustainable illumination powered by used cooking oil: “Meguro River Everyone’s Illumination 2026”
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目黒川みんなのイルミネーション実行委員会 and 品川区 will hold “Meguro River Everyone’s Illumination 2026” from Dec. 4, 2026, to Jan. 31, 2027. About 410,000 LED bulbs will be lit using biodiesel fuel derived from used cooking oil, and the program will include an immersive art installation and workshops by creative unit “ゼロバイゼロ.” The event will also participate in the “ARTE TOKYO” partner program, presenting a sustainable event with support from the local community.
Facts
59 days
From Friday, Dec. 4, 2026, to Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027
Joint kickoff event for “Tokyo eSports Festa 2027” and “TOKYO DIGICONX” to be held
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A joint kickoff event for “Tokyo eSports Festa 2027” and “TOKYO DIGICONX” was held on Dec. 2, Reiwa 8, with details about both events and information for prospective exhibitors announced.
Christmas Campaign 2026: Win a “Snowflake Brooch”! Brooch specialty store Jeweliss（ジュエリス）
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株式会社KANON will launch a Christmas campaign at brooch specialty store Jeweliss（ジュエリス）on November 5, 2026, giving customers who spend at least 6,600 yen including tax a snowflake-motif pin brooch.
“NAGAKUTE CANDLE DAYS” to be held on Saturday, November 28, 2026!
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一般社団法人日本キャンドル協会 announced that it will hold “NAGAKUTE CANDLE DAYS,” a collaboration with 『Sky 星を紡ぐ子どもたち』, in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, on November 28, 2026.
[Dual analysis of fat-burning and muscle types] Diet genetic testing kit “ダイエット名人” now on sale
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株式会社ビズジーン launched “ダイエット名人,” a diet genetic testing kit that analyzes 6 fat-burning types and 3 muscle types at once, on October 29, 2026. The price is 4,950 yen including tax.
To mark the publication of 『まほうのにこにこおやつ』, a POP UP featuring “まいのおやつ,” whose series has sold over 120,000 copies, will be held at キラリナ京王吉祥寺 starting Saturday, November 7
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株式会社TODOROKI will hold a POP UP event at キラリナ京王吉祥寺 from November 7, 2026, to mark the “まいのおやつ” picture-book series surpassing 120,000 copies sold.
The “labor and social security attorney’s office” recommended by generative AI: SATO社会保険労務士法人 ranks No. 1 (51.2% mention rate) [October 2026 survey]
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A recurring generative AI survey conducted by 株式会社ブランディングワークス in October 2026 found that SATO社会保険労務士法人 ranked No. 1 among recommended labor and social security attorney’s offices, with a mention rate of 51.2%. The firm ranked No. 1 on both ChatGPT and Gemini, while altruloop.com was the most frequently cited source for responses.
Turning value created through disability employment into business strength. Online sales have begun, allowing customers to specifically purchase orchids grown by people with disabilities as “AlonAlon胡蝶蘭.”
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NPO法人AlonAlon has launched sales through 第一園芸株式会社’s online shop, where customers can specifically purchase orchids grown by people with disabilities as “AlonAlon胡蝶蘭,” through a corporate collaboration with 第一園芸株式会社.
Win a ticket to “神戸六甲ミーツ・アート2026 beyond” in a prize draw, exclusively for LINE official account friends!
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阪神高速道路株式会社 and 六甲山観光株式会社 will run a campaign exclusively for LINE official account friends, giving away viewing passports to “神戸六甲ミーツ・アート2026 beyond” in a draw to a total of 40 pairs, or 80 people.
Attention all KISS ARMY! The latest edition of the independently produced photo book 『KISS IN TIME 地獄の歓び』, planned and edited by KISS ARMY’s Alan Berrysha, is complete! A strictly limited edition will go on sale in early December!
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The independently produced KISS photo book 『KISS IN TIME 地獄の歓び』, planned by Alan Berrysha, will be sold in a strictly limited edition through S.M.R.S., operated by 株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント, in early December.
Facts
160 pages
5,555 yen including tax
Nov. 5, 2026
14:00
Early December
Companies mentioned：株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント、S.M.R.S.、SHINKO MUSIC RECORD SHOP、Amazon
Teams competing in the 14th National Science Koshien Junior Tournament have been selected
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JST has selected the teams that will compete in the 14th National Science Koshien Junior Tournament, to be held at Acrie Himeji in December 2026. The 47 prefectural representative teams were selected following prefectural tournaments involving a total of 1,112 schools and 28,924 students. In addition, 21 companies and organizations are supporting the event as sponsors or supporting organizations.
一般社団法人日本サブスクリプションビジネス振興会 announced 8 companies nominated for “Subscription Awards 2026,” which recognizes outstanding subscription services of 2026. The awards ceremony will be held on December 2, and the grand prize winner will receive products and services worth a total of 2 million yen.
S&J launches partner program for next-generation SIEM "CSIRT-Pro" MSS providers
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Ｓ＆Ｊ株式会社 established a partner program for MSS providers using its next-generation SIEM, "CSIRT-Pro," and began accepting inquiries on November 5, 2026.
Facts
Announced in September 2026
Began accepting inquiries about participation on November 5, 2026
At no more than about one-third the price of SIEM products from major cloud vendors
The Small plan is available starting at ¥40,000 per month (before tax).
サイオステクノロジー begins full-scale offering of its "グルージェントシリーズ" Google Workspace™ extension tools for local governments
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サイオステクノロジー has begun full-scale offering of its "グルージェントシリーズ" add-on tools, optimized for Japanese local governments using Google Workspace™, to support in-house digital transformation and reduce workloads.
Facts
Since its founding in 1997
Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard: 3744
Companies mentioned：サイオステクノロジー株式会社、サイオステクノロジー、Google Workspace™、Gluegent Apps 共有アドレス帳、Gluegent Apps グループスケジューラ、Gluegent Gadgets、グルージェントフロー、LGWAN:Local Government Wide Area Network、サイオスグループ、サイオス株式会社
"Shibuya Snack Yokocho®" set to open on Wednesday, December 9, 2026! Creating a lively atmosphere with 3 permanent snack bars and a pop-up snack bar featuring a limited-time hostess
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オンラインスナック横丁文化株式会社 announced that it will open "Shibuya Snack Yokocho®" in the Shibuya 2-chome area on December 9, 2026, in collaboration with 東急株式会社 and 株式会社東急レクリエーション. The venue will comprise 3 permanent locations (ロマンチック, つむぎ, and 杉の子) and 1 limited-time pop-up snack bar, aiming to create a lively atmosphere through snack bar culture.
IWATA Nihonbashi store to reopen after renovation on November 13 | Where bespoke bedding meets NEZEN, a brand that creates tranquility
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株式会社イワタ will reopen its "Bedding Bespoke Shop IWATA Nihonbashi" on the 4th floor of 日本橋高島屋S.C.新館 on November 13, 2026. The store will combine bespoke bedding tailored to each person's body with the space and products of NEZEN, a new sleep brand that creates tranquility, offering a vision of sleep culture.
音威子府村 and 東洋ライス株式会社 sign comprehensive partnership agreement, advancing initiatives to support residents' health and the community in Hokkaido's least populous village
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音威子府村 in Hokkaido and 東洋ライス株式会社 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on Reiwa 8, November 2, to promote residents' health and revitalize the community. Initiatives include providing Kinme rice to school dormitories and the meal delivery service "おとらんち," as well as distributing Kinme rice to all village residents.