[Reiwa 8 judicial scrivener examination] A correspondence course student from クレアール ranks first overall nationwide! The study methods behind the pass and the latest “success story” now available
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株式会社クレアール announced that one of its students passed the Reiwa 8 judicial scrivener examination on the first attempt, ranking first overall nationwide with a score of 330/350. The study methods and the student’s success story are available on a dedicated webpage.
Facts
First overall nationwide
330 points out of 350
350 points maximum
All 35 questions
140 points maximum
132 points out of 140
57 years of experience in qualification exam coaching
Notice of participation in “Autumn Headphone Festival 2026”
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SOUNDPEATS will exhibit at “Autumn Headphone Festival 2026,” organized by フジヤエービック, and will debut its latest models, including Aura Nebula and CC3 Pro.
How will AI agents and physical AI transform manufacturing? CCT to hold media briefing, “2027 Forecast: The Next Era of Industrial Software Opened Up by AI Agents,” on December 4
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株式会社コアコンセプト・テクノロジー will hold a briefing for members of the press on December 4 titled “2027 Forecast: The Next Era of Industrial Software Opened Up by AI Agents.”
[Webinar] “Outlook for long-term interest rates, fiscal policy and politics,” December 1 (Tuesday), 15:00–
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公益財団法人東京財団 will hold a webinar on December 1, 2026, on the outlook for long-term interest rates, fiscal policy and politics. Experts will discuss the Takaichi administration’s economic and fiscal policies and trends in long-term interest rates amid a global rise in interest rates.
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
From 15:00
Long-term interest rates of 4–5%
Approximately 1.5%
Reached the 3% range
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人東京財団、楽天証券経済研究所、ピクテ・ジャパン、法政大学、JPモルガン証券、日本銀行、岡三証券、いちよし証券、東京海上ホールディングス、住友商事、大蔵省、財務省、通産省、経済産業研究所、横浜国立大学、国際大学、ミシガン大学、ハーバード大学ビジネススクール、神戸大大学院、日本経済研究センター、名古屋商科大学大学院、京都大学理学部、一橋大学大学院経済学研究科、一橋大学経済研究所、東京大学大学院工学系研究科航空宇宙工学専攻、モルガン・スタンレー証券、BNPパリバ証券、ロンドンビジネススクール、Institutional Investors、Extel、AI時代を見据えたオンチェーン金融フォーラム、財政制度等審議会、国家戦略特区諮問会議、東京大学応用資本市場研究センター、日経Think!エキスパート・コメンテーター、The Tokyo Foundation
“Support with ‘Optimized Nutrition’ following the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”: “Frozen Kanzen Meshi DELI Gelato,” an “Optimized Nutrition” food, provided for school lunches at elementary and junior high schools in Hikawa Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, and a special-needs school in Uki City
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With support from Nissin Foods, the Japan Association for Optimized Nutrition provided approximately 1,100 servings of “Frozen Kanzen Meshi DELI Gelato” for school lunches at elementary and junior high schools and a special-needs school in Hikawa Town and Uki City, Kumamoto Prefecture, areas affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.
[Saga City] Ebisu statue that has watched over Saga arrives in Ebisu! Unveiled alongside a mural
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An Ebisu statue from Saga City, dating back approximately 100 years, has arrived in Ebisu, Tokyo. It was unveiled on October 31 at Art, Tea & Bar homunculus alongside “EBISU SUPER HAPPY,” a mural by ミヤザキケンスケ.
Facts
More than 830 statues
September 28
About 100 years ago
Oct. 31
11:00
Companies mentioned：佐賀市役所、西宮神社、Art, Tea & Bar homunculus、鎮西西宮社、渋谷区
Launch of the “D to D (Cardboard to Cardboard) Project,” a circular ecosystem that recycles used cardboard into e-commerce delivery boxes
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Kashima Antlers has partnered with 株式会社西原商事ホールディングス and Nippon Paper Crecia to launch the “D to D (Cardboard to Cardboard) Project,” a circular ecosystem that recycles used cardboard into e-commerce delivery boxes.
This year, say “thank you for your hard work” with Botan shrimp and Iki beef. Early-bird reservations open for a year-end party course featuring seafood chanko hot pot in Honmachi, Osaka
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北海道海鮮にほんいち 本町店, operated by 株式会社N・I, began accepting early-bird reservations for its Premium Seafood Chanko Hot Pot Course on November 5, 2026. The course is available for 14,000 yen (tax included) for reservations made by November 30, compared with the regular price of 15,000 yen.
Facts
14,000 yen per person (tax included)
Regular price: 15,000 yen per person (tax included)
Arte Genesis, which operates about 380 hair salons, launches a new business: “Labo en,” an experiential shop where customers can try and choose salon-exclusive products, opens in Nakameguro
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株式会社アルテジェネシス will open “Labo en,” an experiential shop where customers can try and choose salon-exclusive products, in Nakameguro, Tokyo, on November 6, 2026.
エステー株式会社’s customer service center has received the “Customer Service Channel Utilization Entry Model” award in the “2026 CRM Best Practice Awards” from CRM協議会. It was recognized for initiatives including consolidating its inquiry management and FAQ systems and improving customer experience (CX) through dedicated screens.
“National Prefectural eSports Championships 2026 Online - Road to the NEXT -”: Puyo Puyo eSports All-Star Draft Match players and tournament format announced!
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株式会社セガ has announced the players and tournament format for the Puyo Puyo eSports All-Star Draft Match, part of the “National Prefectural eSports Championships 2026 Online,” to be held on December 12, 2026. Tomokun and Yuki will serve as captains, and teams will compete in a draft-based format.
Sugino Machine donates relief funds collected from volunteer employees
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株式会社スギノマシン and its labor union donated relief funds collected from volunteer employees to Namerikawa City on November 5 to support victims of the Kumamoto earthquake and heavy rain disaster in Toyama Prefecture.
Facts
286,720 yen for damage from the Kumamoto earthquake
316,330 yen for the Toyama Prefecture heavy rain disaster
Inageya’s “Hokkai Don (Hokkaido Scallops)” wins gold on its first entry in the Delicious Food Election
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株式会社いなげや’s original product “Hokkai Don (Hokkaido Scallops)” won gold in the fresh and daily foods category at the “National Supermarket Delicious Food Election 2026,” hosted by 株式会社くふうカンパニー, on its first entry. It also won the Best PR Award in recognition of its promotional activities.
New book announcement: Introducing AI—Who Is Responsible?—“What Should Managers Entrust to AI, and What Should Humans Decide?” on sale November 10
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株式会社叢文社 will publish “What Should Managers Entrust to AI, and What Should Humans Decide?” by Seiichiro Matsuoka on November 10, 2026. This practical guide for managers explains 8 ways to design accountability when implementing AI.
“Nyan Wall Series,” an Amazon bestseller ranked No. 1, offers cat steps at 21% off. Save on eligible pet products during the Amazon Smile Sale
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Fun Standard株式会社 is holding an Amazon Smile Sale, offering “Nyan Step” from the “Nyan Wall Series,” an Amazon bestseller ranked No. 1, at 21% off. PetFun楽天市場店 is also running a storewide sale of up to 30% off to coincide with the Rakuten Shopping Marathon.
[写真工房ぱれっと] Limited to 3 days, November 21–23! Furisode rental exhibition in Sapporo; new “Premier Line” designs arrive in a wide selection!
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有限会社三景スタジオ’s 写真工房ぱれっと will hold a furisode rental exhibition in the Sapporo area from November 21 to 23, 2026. New furisode designs from the top-of-the-line “Premier Line” will be available, with try-ons and consultations on complete styling.
Cyber Security Research Institute launches AI forensics service “Fast-IR”: speed with AI, accuracy with expert review
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株式会社サイバーセキュリティ総研 launched its AI forensics service “Fast-IR” on October 20, 2026. The service combines automated data collection and analysis using its proprietary LLM with engineer review. Fast forensics is available for 1–15 devices starting at 250,000 yen (before tax).
[札幌プリンスホテル] Offers a collaboration afternoon tea themed around penguins' mating season
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札幌プリンスホテル and urban aquarium AOAO SAPPORO are collaborating to offer “Penguin Romance,” a limited-time afternoon tea themed around penguins' courtship season.
Facts
￥5,500
￥4,500
13％
Companies mentioned：株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、札幌プリンスホテル、AOAO SAPPORO
[写真工房ぱれっと] November-only Bridal Campaign offers studio and on-location photography at special prices
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有限会社三景スタジオ is holding a Bridal Campaign for November only, offering studio and on-location photography plans from 写真工房ぱれっと at special prices. Weekday counseling sessions also come with benefits such as 50% off premium outfits and a free album upgrade.
[写真工房ぱれっと] November 11 is Solo Wedding Day! Get 50% off all plans by completing a survey. Treat yourself to the wedding dress look you've always dreamed of
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The photo studio 写真工房ぱれっと, operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, is running a campaign offering 50% off all plans for completing a survey to mark Solo Wedding Day on November 11.
株式会社Co-Labo AI unveils an AI model for checking manufacturing drawings and designs
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株式会社Co-Labo AI has unveiled a model that uses AI to streamline drawing and design checks in manufacturing. It classifies drawing inspection items as A (automatable), B (automatable under certain conditions), or C (requiring human judgment), enabling automation to be introduced in stages.
Facts
Reviews 600 drawings per month
Original一次チェックに1件あたり60分かかっているケース
Original1件あたりの作業時間を60分から12分に短縮できた場合
This would reduce the workload for initial checks by 80%
Monthly workload would fall from 600 hours to 120 hours, a reduction of 480 hours per month
There is potential to save approximately 5,760 hours per year
AI “ナカナオリ・エージェント” for educational robots to be demonstrated at NexTech Week【秋】 — Hiroshima Prefecture joint booth (Makuhari)
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株式会社システムフレンド will exhibit at the Hiroshima Prefecture joint booth at NexTech Week 2026【秋】, to be held at Makuhari Messe in November 2026, and demonstrate its AI “ナカナオリ・エージェント” for educational robots.
100 years since tango arrived in Japan. “ニッポンTANGO祭り” opens November 21, with 3 weeks of music, dance and food across Tokyo
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“ニッポンTANGO祭り,” supported by 的場令紋 of 株式会社wakai, will be held at venues across Tokyo from November 21 to December 11, 2026, marking 100 years since tango arrived in Japan. Drawing on the journey of his grandfather, 的場實, the festival will promote cultural exchange between Japan and Argentina through music, dance and food.
Facts
2026
Through Friday, December 11
Returned to Japan in 1926
For approximately 22 years
Based in the same place for approximately 10 years
To speak at Kabu Berry, an IR seminar for individual investors, on November 17
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株式会社ネクストジェン announced that it will speak at an IR seminar for individual investors hosted by Kabu Berry on November 17, 2026. The speaker will be department head 亮古谷野, who is scheduled to discuss the presentation materials for the first half of the fiscal year ending March 2027 and the company's growth strategy.
[The 64th Miss International World Pageant 2026] Lineup revealed of representatives gathering from approximately 70 countries and regions around the world! Meet the standout contestants whose diverse personalities shine
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一般社団法人国際文化協会 announced the lineup of representatives from approximately 70 countries and regions around the world for the 64th Miss International World Pageant 2026, to be held at Kanadevia Hall on November 25, 2026.
なんばエッセ歯科・小児歯科クリニック adopts ささっとPay to reduce post-appointment payment waits
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なんばエッセ歯科・小児歯科クリニック, operated by 医療法人エストリナ, has adopted ささっとPay, a cashless payment service provided by 株式会社ストランザ, to reduce post-appointment payment waits.
[New publication] November issue of the Mitsubishi UFJ Total Reward Report explains the latest in human resources and pensions
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Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation has released the November issue of the Mitsubishi UFJ Total Reward Report. It discusses the retirement benefit funding status of listed companies in fiscal 2025, human capital management and making corporate pensions more transparent.
“Family Support Packs for Hospital Stays” for families accompanying children during long-term hospitalizations surpass 15,000 units distributed
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The Keep Smiling certified NPO's free distribution program for its “Family Support Packs for Hospital Stays” has surpassed a cumulative 15,000 units. The milestone was reached in November 2026, with 152 supporting companies.
Facts
15,000 units distributed to date
A total of 3,131 units were distributed in 2025
Satisfaction was 4.7 out of 5
A total of 152 companies have helped provide support items
[RITA Group Holdings] Welcomes 3 incoming hires from the graduating class of 27 and holds an acceptance ceremony at its Kumamoto headquarters.
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RITAグループホールディングス株式会社 held an acceptance ceremony at its Kumamoto headquarters on November 5, 2026, welcoming 3 prospective employees scheduled to join in April 2027. This marks the company's 11th year of new graduate recruitment, with the incoming hires joining from inside and outside the prefecture for marketing positions.
Facts
3 prospective hires
This marks the 11th year of new graduate recruitment
GEヘルスケア Japan adds its 3rd AI feature, Lung Guidance, to the Vscan series of handheld ultrasound diagnostic devices; sales begin November 5
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GEヘルスケア Japan is adding Lung Guidance, an AI feature that assists with lung ultrasound, to its Vscan series of handheld ultrasound diagnostic devices, with sales in Japan beginning November 5, 2026.
Facts
3rd AI feature
Starting November 5, 2026
More than approximately 15,000 units sold in Japan
Shinobu Ota reveals the harrowing past of his Olympic qualification battles: “The most hellish time in my wrestling career”; the little-known bond with Paris Olympics gold medalist Kenichiro Fumita, and a new promise to his father as he pursues the RIZIN title: “I will absolutely win the belt by next year” | “Bara Sanpo: Shinobu Ota”
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ABEMA has announced that it will livestream RIZIN.55, taking place on November 8, 2026, via ABEMA PPV, and released “Bara Sanpo: Shinobu Ota,” featuring Rio Olympics silver medalist Shinobu Ota. Ota discussed his relationship with his father and his bond with Paris Olympics gold medalist Kenichiro Fumita, and expressed his determination to win the RIZIN title.
Facts
Nov. 8, 2026
5,500 yen
600 yen
6,000 yen
4,400 yen
500 yen
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、RIZIN、株式会社AbemaTV、日本体育大学、THE BLACKBELT JAPAN
Announces financial results for the 3rd quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026
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地主株式会社 announced its financial results for the 3rd quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026. Revenue rose year over year to ¥65.492 billion, while net income for the period was ¥5.284 billion. The company raised its full-year earnings and dividend forecasts, and expects net income to reach a record high for the 6th consecutive fiscal year. It also aims to expand its asset scale through the 11th capital increase of 地主プライベート投資法人.
[Workman] Masahiro Matsuoka makes a surprise appearance disguised as a mannequin, saying, “I’m Mr. Temperature Swings (laughs)!” From mild winters to heavy snow: “Temperature-Swing-Ready XShelter New Commercial Launch Event”
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株式会社ワークマン held a launch event for its new “Temperature-Swing-Ready XShelter” commercial on November 4, 2026, welcoming Masahiro Matsuoka as its new commercial character. The event showcased outerwear that has sold more than 4.5 million garments to date, and Matsuoka demonstrated its insulating performance through tests in extreme-cold and mild-winter booths and the presentation of an ice shield.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
Original今期累計 450 万着を突破する
Booths with temperatures of approximately 5°C and 30°C
Opening the process of creation—not the finished work—to the city. Artist-in-residence program launches at Hanamigawa Housing Complex. On Nov. 14, the complex’s shopping street will become an “open atelier.”
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“Danchi AIR Hanamigawa,” an artist-in-residence program hosted by Hub Tokyo Co., Ltd. and 一般社団法人ALL ARTS Foundation at Hanamigawa Housing Complex in Chiba City, launches in October 2026, with an open studio event scheduled for Nov. 14.
Facts
4 artists
Staying for approximately 3 months starting in October 2026
Staying for approximately 3 months
On Saturday, Nov. 14,
Operating in the Hanamigawa Housing Complex shopping street since spring 2024
In August 2025, formally selected for a collaborative project with Chiba City...
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Hub Tokyo、一般社団法人ALL ARTS Foundation、IKO Art Discoveries、UR（都市再生機構）、京都芸術大学、東京芸術大学大学院映像研究科、EESAB、東京造形大学、沖縄県立芸術大学工芸専攻染織科、Impact HUB Tokyo
Yoko Kumada goes live on SUGO for the first time! She discusses everyday life and her outlook on life in real-time calls with fans
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On Oct. 24, SUGO held its first live-streaming event featuring talent Yoko Kumada, titled “A Special Date with Yoko Kumada,” connecting with fans through real-time calls and a quiz segment.
The 2nd Industry-Academia-Government Forum on the Future of Hydrogen Utilization: “The Current State and Future of Hydrogen Utilization: Challenges in Technology, Communities and Industry Toward Social Implementation” to be held on Dec. 1 (Tuesday) at Tokyo University of Science’s Morito Memorial Hall. Hosted by 公益社団法人化学工学会
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公益社団法人化学工学会 will hold the “2nd Industry-Academia-Government Forum: The Current State and Future of Hydrogen Utilization” at 東京理科大学’s Morito Memorial Hall and online on Dec. 1, 2023. Experts from government, academia and industry will discuss technology, economic viability and regional collaboration toward realizing a hydrogen society through presentations and a panel discussion.
Ahrefs ranks No. 1 among SEO tools selected by generative AI, with a 100% mention rate [October 2026 survey]
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A regular survey conducted in October 2026 by 株式会社ブランディングワークス found that Ahrefs was the most frequently recommended SEO tool by generative AI, with a 100% mention rate, ranking No. 1 on both ChatGPT and Gemini.
Facts
100% mention rate
Average appearance ranking: 5.9
99.3% mention rate
78.5% mention rate
67.4% mention rate
61.1% mention rate
51.4% mention rate
47.2% mention rate
46.5% mention rate
41.7% mention rate
9.6% citation share
15,000 yen per month
Monthly applications rose from 1 to 83
Inquiries increased from 0 to 56
Free AI search optimization assessment worth 300,000 yen
Regarding the additional investment by 株式会社オリエンタルランド・イノベーションズ in リーフラス株式会社, making it an affiliate
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株式会社オリエンタルランド・イノベーションズ (OLI) has decided to make an additional investment in リーフラス株式会社, acquiring an approximately 20% stake and making it an affiliate. The share acquisition is planned for around the end of November 2026, and will be the first time OLI has made a company an affiliate through its CVC activities.
Fresh-doughnut specialist I’m donut？ opens its first store in Indonesia, launching Nov. 4 (Wednesday) at プラザインドネシア
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株式会社peace put’s fresh-doughnut specialty shop I’m donut？ opened its first store in Indonesia on Nov. 4, 2026, inside プラザインドネシア in Jakarta. It offers approximately 40 varieties of doughnuts, including products exclusive to the local market.
“24th Anniversary Special Course” available at Ginza’s 夢酒みずき from Nov. 4; enjoy seasonal flavors alongside ultra-rare Japanese sake, including 十四代 “龍泉,” 而今, 新政 and 飛露喜
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Ginza restaurant 夢酒みずき, operated by ポラリス・ホールディングス株式会社, is offering a special course from Nov. 4 to mark its 24th anniversary. The course features 9 varieties of ultra-rare sake and seasonal Japanese cuisine, and is limited to the first 50 guests.
ニコライ バーグマン フラワーズ & デザイン will launch “Winter Collection 2026 - Midnight Mistletoe” in November 2026. Advance sales begin at its flagship store on Nov. 6, followed by nationwide stores and the online shop on Nov. 11.
Guest on the Nov. 5 (Thursday) broadcast of “Why So Good?”: Tatsuaki Tomimoto, CEO and CKO of 幸海ヒーローズ合同会社 — “Kombu Can Save the Planet”
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Tatsuaki Tomimoto, CEO of 幸海ヒーローズ合同会社, will appear as a guest on interfm’s “Why So Good?,” produced by 株式会社まぐまぐ. He will discuss kelp’s environmental benefits and business development.
From university research in the Hokuriku region to creating university-born ventures. 32 people, including alumni of major companies in the Tokyo metropolitan area, gather. TeSH and スタクラ hold a matching event for researchers and prospective business leaders
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株式会社スタートアップクラス held a matching event for researchers and prospective business leaders in Kanda, Tokyo, on October 26, 2026, as part of TeSH, a platform for creating startups from universities in Hokuriku. A total of 32 selected participants took part, aiming to secure the business talent needed to put technologies into practice and build teams.
Facts
32 selected candidates for business leadership positions
【株式会社アセンド】RecACE plus, a call recording, AI transcription, and AI summarization service, to exhibit at 大塚商会-hosted DX×AI Solution Fair 2026 Autumn in Kyoto
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株式会社アセンド will exhibit at the DX×AI Solution Fair 2026 Autumn in Kyoto, hosted by 大塚商会 at THE THOUSAND KYOTO on November 10, 2026, and introduce RecACE plus, a call recording, AI transcription, and AI summarization service.
【manana suerte × MAISON GATE】POPUP STORE to be held in Ebisu! A special 2-day event where visitors can pick up and try on almost all the new items!
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The fashion brands manana suerte and MAISON GATE, operated by 株式会社アンティローザ, will hold a POPUP STORE at arc Showroom in Ebisu on November 13 and 14, 2026. Visitors can try on the new items, but they will not be available for sale.
Facts
2 days, November 13 (Friday) and 14 (Saturday), 2026
【サニックス資源開発グループ】Enters the material recycling business for waste plastics
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株式会社サニックス資源開発グループ is entering the material recycling business for waste plastics and will install a resin extrusion pelletizer with an annual processing capacity of 800 tons at its Fuji Plant in December 2026.
Using game development technology acquired through M&A for automotive software development
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APEX, a subsidiary of Serendip Holdings, is applying game development technology acquired through M&A from トライシス to the development of in-vehicle HMIs and GUIs. It is also taking part in Sapporo Game Camp 2026 to foster personnel exchanges and strengthen its technological foundation.
Mayonnaise shifts from something you pour to something you eat: Experiential event announcement for Why Add Honey to Mayo?, starring ピュアセレクト®︎ マヨネーズ ふわあま, which brings change through distinctive flavor
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味の素株式会社 held a media presentation and tasting event for its new mayonnaise product ピュアセレクト®︎ マヨネーズ ふわあま, announcing its distinctive flavor, which uses honey as a secret ingredient, and the experiential event Why Add Honey to Mayo?, which puts mayonnaise center stage.
Facts
Shipped 1 million bottles within 1 month of launch
Held on Thursday, November 5
Japan’s household mayonnaise market is valued at 112,000 tons
That amounts to consumption of approximately 280 million bottles or more annually
Achieved a record-high share of 28.3% in 2025
Recorded shipments of 1 million bottles just 1 month after launching sales this August
The fermentation-based aging care*¹ brand FAS will hold a pop-up at 博多阪急 and 渋谷スクランブルスクエア to celebrate the launch of its holiday collection
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FAS, the fermentation-based aging care brand operated by 株式会社シロク, will hold a pop-up at 博多阪急 and 渋谷スクランブルスクエア to celebrate the launch of its 2026 holiday collection.
◆関西大学 × Roland◆ Launching a partnership to further expand musical creativity — forging a future of new musical experiences through electronic instruments, AI and data science —
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The Yamanishi Laboratory at 関西大学’s Faculty of Informatics and ローランド株式会社 have launched a new partnership to expand musical creativity by combining expertise in AI, data science and electronic instruments.
Signs supplier agreement with saxophonist Mari Yamaguchi
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ベースフード株式会社 has signed a supplier agreement with saxophonist Mari Yamaguchi and begun supporting her musical activities through the “BASE UP MUSIC PROJECT.”
Facts
Cumulative sales exceeded 300 million bags (as of March 2026)
The cumulative number of subscribers has exceeded 1 million (as of November 2025)
Up to 27% off Kobe beef teppanyaki and afternoon tea sets! “Black Friday 2026” at 5 restaurants inside Portopia Hotel
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株式会社神戸ポートピアホテル will hold its “Restaurant Black Friday Sale” on its official website from Nov. 27 to 29, 2026, offering up to 27% off selected menu items at 5 restaurants. The offer is valid from Jan. 4 to Feb. 28, 2027.
[Lawyer Insurance Rankings] November 2026 Update | Top 3 popular products actually chosen by customers announced
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株式会社エレメント has announced the top 3 lawyer insurance products in its popularity rankings, based on the number of policies contracted in October 2026, on its lawyer insurance comparison site, “弁護士保険STATION.”
Facts
80,000 pet insurance policies
16,000 auto and motorcycle insurance policies
11 non-life insurance companies
11 small-amount, short-term insurance companies
Annual insurance premiums handled on a 2 billion yen scale
New original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from the TV anime “Gintama” is coming!
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株式会社ディ・テクノ began accepting preorders on Nov. 5, 2026, for “Fuyugoromo,” original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from the TV anime “Gintama.”
The appeal of limited-edition products is their “special, only-available-now” quality. The disappointments: “already sold out when I wanted one” and “more expensive than regular products.”
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株式会社クロス・マーケティング reported the results of its “Survey on Limited-Edition Products (2026).” In a survey of 1,100 men and women aged 20–69, 52.3% expressed interest in limited-edition products. “A special feeling” ranked among their main attractions, while “selling out” and “feeling overpriced” were among the top disappointments.
Consortium established by F&LC, 山口県, 安藤建設 and others to launch Japan’s first land-based farming of shiroamadai; joint research begins
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株式会社FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES, 安藤建設, 山口県水産研究センター and others established a joint research consortium on Nov. 5, 2026, to develop land-based farming of shiroamadai, aiming to begin selling it at “スシロー” restaurants in 2028.
Facts
To be established on Nov. 5, 2026 (Thu.)
Aiming to begin sales at “スシロー” restaurants operated by F&LC in 2028
Flounder farming since 1985
Began land-based farming of tiger pufferfish in 2005
Working on understanding shiroamadai ecology and developing seed production technology since 2017
In 2019, became the first in Japan to successfully mass-produce hatchery-raised juveniles using eggs collected from wild fish
Including the release of a total of more than 200,000 juveniles to date
The fish can grow to more than 60 cm in total length
Companies mentioned：株式会社FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES、F&LC、安藤建設株式会社、安藤建設、山口県水産研究センター、公益社団法人山口県栽培漁業公社、山口県漁業協同組合、山口県、スシロー
[BS Nippon TV] Friday, Nov. 6, 9 p.m.: “Golf Survival”—final-stage professional qualifying players, long-drive pros and current university students gather! / 10 p.m.: “Golf Survival Men”—a high-level showdown with a birdie rush from the opening hole!
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“Golf Survival” and “Golf Survival Men” begin airing on BS日テレ on Nov. 6, with high-level contests set against the backdrop of Shio Mine Country Club in Nagano Prefecture. The women’s competition, with a 1 million yen prize on the line, and matchups between distinctive male pros are drawing attention.
Facts
November 6 (Friday)
9 p.m.
10 p.m.
Approximately 1,000 m above sea level
8th appearance
Currently on a 5-tournament winning streak in long-drive competitions
[BS Nippon TV] New Hawaii program “Today, Too, on the Streets of Hawaii.” A close look at a woman sharing the island’s charms—from rainbow-filled Manoa to spectacular views of the Koʻolau Range! Discover real everyday life in Hawaii, beyond the tourist guidebooks…
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BS日テレ is airing a 4-part Hawaii program, “Today, Too, on the Streets of Hawaii,” in November. The documentary portrays real everyday life in Hawaii beyond the tourist guidebooks, with reporter Rin sharing the island’s charms, including the Manoa district and the Koʻolau Range.
メズム東京 invites guests to savor the winter food culture of northeastern France with its traiteur semi-lunch buffet, “Northeastern France in Winter: Winter Table of Northeast France”
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Chef’s Theatre, the French dining restaurant at メズム東京, will offer a traiteur semi-lunch buffet themed around the food culture of northeastern France from December 2026 through February 2027.
Facts
¥7,600 per person
¥9,100 per person
27 varieties, including an array of amuse-bouches, appetizers, bread and desserts
【TAC First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer】First-Stage Exam Trends and Strategies
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TAC株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on trends and strategies for the first-stage examination for first-class civil engineering construction management engineers on November 12, 2026.
A seminar titled “Identifying Mismatched Employees and Labor Management,” led by attorney Dai Konoe, partner at KKM Law Office, will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2026!!
From EC retail to ¥16.8 billion in sales: Kansai-based trading company EMUDA shares its business journey
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株式会社EMUDA announced standalone sales of ¥16.8 billion for fiscal 2025. Since launching its EC retail business in 2022, it has expanded into wholesale, import and export, and EC consulting, and plans to open “Kaitori Mobaking” in October 2026.
New path-following control method for vehicles robust to changes in steering resistance caused by road conditions
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熊本大学 has developed a vehicle path-following control method that responds to changes in steering torque resistance caused by road conditions. Computer simulations showed it reduced deviations from the path by more than 90%.
先進モビリティ to take part in autonomous bus demonstration in Fuji, Shizuoka Prefecture
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先進モビリティ株式会社 will provide a vehicle and take part in the Reiwa 8 autonomous bus demonstration conducted by Fuji, Shizuoka Prefecture. The service will run from November 6 to 15, 2026, including routes connecting Shin-Fuji Station and Fuji Station, with autonomous driving Level 2 operation.
ダルトン to unveil crusher addressing labor shortages at powder production sites at POWTEX2026
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株式会社ダルトン will unveil its new “FK-5S” crusher and other products aimed at addressing labor shortages at powder production sites at POWTEX2026, opening at Tokyo Big Sight on November 25, 2026.
ビューティガレージ accelerates expansion into the aesthetic medicine sector
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株式会社ビューティガレージ has added a “Medical and Clinics” category to its EC site and begun selling products for medical institutions. It will accelerate its expansion in the aesthetic medicine market by combining the expertise of Alku, which it made a subsidiary and which is now Medical Garage, with its own EC and logistics infrastructure.
Regional CL2026 group matchups decided: 東京ユナイテッドFC in Group C
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東京ユナイテッドFC will compete in Group C of the National Regional Champions League 2026, which opens on November 13, facing SONIO高松, ブランデュー弘前FC and 岳南Fモスペリオ in Gunma Prefecture.
Facts
Kicks off Friday, November 13
Kickoff at 13:30
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 CLUB LB＆BRB、東京ユナイテッドFC、SONIO高松、ブランデュー弘前FC、岳南Fモスペリオ
Changing the rules of flyer distribution! Update area marketing with “見え～るポスティング,” a reporting tool that replaces GPS, and “MAPにポスティング”; Adworld adds new services from Nov. 5
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株式会社アドワールド will launch “見え～るポスティング,” which makes flyer distribution services visible, and “MAPにポスティング,” a new feature for Google MAP ads, on Nov. 5, 2026.
Nov. 29 is “Good Meat Day”! About 40 kinds of luxurious meat dishes and great deals on sale! “Good Meat Day Fair” to be held
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大丸東京店 will hold its “Good Meat Day Fair” from Nov. 11 to Dec. 1. The basement food hall, Hoppe Town, will feature about 40 kinds of meat dishes and sales, and a “Meat Gacha” event will be held on Nov. 29.
International conference and shopping district collaborate on social experiment for sustainable food
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The National Institute for Environmental Studies, the Japan LCA Society, Nagoya University, 株式会社ツーリズムデザイナーズ, and 円頓寺商店街振興組合 will conduct a social experiment on sustainable food in Endoji Shopping District during the banquet at the 17th EcoBalance International Conference, to be held in Nagoya in November 2026.
株式会社カチタス will open a new branch, “Komatsu,” in Komatsu, Ishikawa Prefecture, and begin operations on Nov. 5, 2026. This will bring the company’s nationwide branch total to 146, or 162 locations including group company リプライス.
A special Christmas woven from Toyama’s sparkling night views and local ingredients. 富山エクセルホテル東急 announces a 3-day-only full-course dinner prepared by its new head chef!
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A Christmas dinner by new head chef Shingo Takyo will be served for 3 days only, from Dec. 23 to 25, 2026, at リコモンテ, the restaurant at 富山エクセルホテル東急.
A detached-home model house offering simultaneous before-and-after tours, a rarity nationwide, to open in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, in October 2026
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有限会社夢工房, a group company of 株式会社マエダハウジングホールディングス, will open a renovation model house in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, in October 2026. The project uses a 59-year-old single-story home and will show the before and after at the same time.
ファンドキー株式会社 opened a new office in Singapore on Nov. 4, 2026. Using a virtual office at LiSH Singapore, it will build networks with overseas investors and local accounting firms.