Japanese industrial equipment companies’ EBITDA margin of 12.2% exceeds global levels, but growth is the next competitive frontier — differences emerge in meeting demand spurred by AI advances and adoption, including physical AI and data center cooling
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According to the “Japan Capital Goods Index 2026” report released by ローランド・ベルガー, Japanese industrial goods companies have an EBITDA margin of 12.2%, exceeding the global level, but their presence in global markets is declining. Going forward, the ability to address growth areas such as physical AI and data center cooling will be a competitive differentiator.
[NHK Culture] What is happening beneath Kyoto? A leading seismologist explores the story of active faults and groundwater. We begin with 70 million years of the history of the Japanese archipelago.
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NHK文化センター京都教室 will offer a special 3-part course titled “The Risks and Benefits of Active Faults: Japan’s Land and Water Through Earth Science,” taught by Kazuo Oike, professor emeritus at 京都大学.
Facts
70 million years of the Japanese archipelago
Original京都盆地110万年の形成史
Special 3-part course
24th president
Members: ¥13,728 (tax included)
General (membership not required): ¥15,807 (tax included)
Members and general (membership not required): ¥12,012 (tax included)
Open for business starting today! Freshly fried karaage served one after another! 『作って！からあげ』 launches today on Nintendo Switch／Steam!
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SAT-BOX株式会社 launched its new cooking game 『作って！からあげ』 for Nintendo Switch and Steam on November 5, 2026. The latest installment in a series themed around making karaage, the game supports competitive play for up to 4 players.
Accommodation plans offering guests the chance to try Relive pajamas are now available at 2 facilities in Miyagi: the long-established inn “湯主一條” and “THE YUKAWA一條支店”
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株式会社りらいぶ will offer accommodation plans that let guests try Relive pajamas and eye masks at the long-established inn “時音の宿 湯主一條” and the new facility “THE YUKAWA 一條支店” in Miyagi Prefecture, from November 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
Special sponsorship of the “New Words and Buzzwords Awards”
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T&D保険グループ announced that it will continue its special sponsorship of the “New Words and Buzzwords Awards,” organized by 株式会社自由国民社, for fiscal 2025 and the current fiscal year, and will run a campaign inviting people to predict the grand prize winner from the 30 nominated words.
Kachitas, No. 1 in used-home purchase and resale※1, opens a new “つくば南店” in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture
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株式会社カチタス will open a new store, “つくば南店,” in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, and begin operations on November 5, 2026. This brings カチタス’s store count to 145 nationwide and the group’s total to 161 locations.
The new “fuwarit（ふわりっと）” series of planner accessories, featuring delicate translucency and soft nuance colors, will launch in early December 2026
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株式会社レイメイ藤井 will launch “fuwarit（ふわりっと）,” a series of planner accessories distinguished by delicate translucency and nuanced colors, in early December 2026. The lineup includes 4 items: a book-band pouch, diary cover, pencil case, and film sticky notes, made with organdy and sheer film materials.
株式会社サーティファイ built an online training and registration system for 新潟市’s “新潟市認定地域クラブ活動指導者登録制度.” The system was completed in approximately 6 weeks using OpenOlat, and the company also handles maintenance and operations.
ニーズウェル holds kickoff for its 41st term in the Nagasaki area
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株式会社ニーズウェル held the “41st Term Nagasaki Area Kickoff” on October 30, 2026, for employees in the Nagasaki area, sharing its management policy and the role of the Nagasaki Development Center.
In-depth guide: Preparing for and pursuing ★ certification under the SCS Assessment System ～ What steps should you take first to reduce risks, including from the perspective of business partners? ～
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株式会社ニーズウェル will hold a free online seminar on November 18, 2026, explaining preparations and steps for obtaining certification under the SCS Assessment System.
Concur and Needswell to co-host free online seminar “Expense Reimbursement DX for More Efficient Monthly Closing”
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株式会社ニーズウェル and 株式会社コンカー will co-host the free online seminar “Expense Reimbursement DX for More Efficient Monthly Closing” on November 24, 2026. The seminar will discuss SAP Concur implementation examples and ニーズウェル’s support services Valxia and CoNeCt.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026
15:00～16:00
October 1986
October 2010
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニーズウェル、株式会社コンカー、SAP Concur、SAP SE
[Hakui, Ishikawa] Applications open for “Hakui Matchmaking Support Program 2026,” where natural connections begin with wine and food!
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石川県羽咋市 is recruiting participants for “Hakui Matchmaking Support Program 2026,” an experiential restaurant party featuring wine from ITAYA Farm and naturally cultivated vegetables, for people aged 25–35.
Making medicinal cuisine more accessible and enjoyable. 5 new medicinal tea products from tsukihi, designed to complement everyday life
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株式会社三柑堂 has launched 5 new medicinal tea products (4 varieties) under its tsukihi brand, drawing on the wisdom of medicinal cuisine. The caffeine-free teas use natural ingredients such as chamomile and rose hips and cost ¥1,600 (tax included).
AI Mental Support selected for Aichi Prefecture women entrepreneurs support program “FLARE AICHI”
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AI Mental Support CEO 成井五久実 has been selected as a member of the 2nd cohort of “FLARE AICHI,” a women entrepreneurs support program run by Aichi Prefecture. The company has opened its first branch in Aichi Prefecture and plans to accelerate its business expansion in the Chubu region.
Facts
2,385 organizations certified as Health and Productivity Management Outstanding Organizations 2026 (Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise category)
The gap with Osaka Prefecture, ranked 1st with 2,659 organizations, is just 274 organizations.
Coffee, music and laughter come together at a temple in Kawagoe. Kawagoe Coffee Festival 2026 to be held Dec. 5 and 6
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株式会社KAYAWORKS will hold the Kawagoe Coffee Festival 2026 at Renkeiji Temple in Kawagoe on Dec. 5 and 6, 2026. In addition to a coffee tasting featuring about 30 vendors from Japan and abroad, the festival will host live music performances by Asako Toki and Gyalardon, as well as its first comedy show.
Facts
Dec. 5 (Sat.) and 6 (Sun.), 2026
The event marks its 11th edition
About 30 vendors
Original11月10日（火）18:00より第二弾の追加販売を開始します
Companies mentioned：株式会社KAYAWORKS、cafe patricia、Beautiful Coffee、イープラス、One Half Coffee Roastery、CUCURUCHO AND COMPANY、La Viet Coffee、momiji、YOGEE NEW WAVES、スカート
Sponsored by 一般社団法人日本救急救命士会: “Meeting to Discuss 12-Lead ECG Transmission” starts at 10:00 on Jan. 30, 2027
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Notice of the “Meeting to Discuss 12-Lead ECG Transmission,” sponsored by 一般社団法人日本救急救命士会. The event will be held on the grounds of 熊本大学病院 on Jan. 30, 2027. Registration and presentation submissions are now being accepted.
Notice regarding exhibition matches at the “National Prefectural eSports Championship 2026”
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一般社団法人日本eスポーツ協会 announced that exhibition matches for “Street Fighter 6” and “Puyo Puyo eSports” will be held at the “National Prefectural eSports Championship 2026,” taking place on Dec. 12 and 13.
DGDV invests in U.S. “Larridin,” which visualizes the impact of AI adoption
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株式会社DG Daiwa Ventures (DGDV) has invested in the Series A round of Larridin, Inc., a U.S. provider of a platform that visualizes the impact of AI adoption. The total amount raised was $30 million.
Yokohama International Performing Arts Meeting 2027 (YPAM2027) to begin on Feb. 5
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Yokohama International Performing Arts Meeting 2027 (YPAM2027) will be held from Feb. 5 to 14, 2027. It is organized by an executive committee that includes 公益財団法人横浜市芸術文化振興財団.
靜甲株式会社 will relocate and expand its Osaka office to strengthen its support system for air-conditioning equipment providers and subcontractors in western Japan, and will begin operating from the new office on Oct. 20, 2026.
【Chinese Cuisine 百楽】Celebrating 68 years since its founding! Chinese restaurant 百楽 is holding “百楽誕生祭2026” to thank its customers for their continued support. Highlights include special prices on its long-loved signature lunch and a campaign offering larger portions of popular dishes.
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株式会社近鉄リテーリング will hold “百楽誕生祭2026” at 4 Chinese restaurant 百楽 locations to mark the 68th anniversary of its founding. The event will feature special prices on its signature lunch and a campaign offering larger portions of popular dishes.
Facts
68th anniversary of its founding
Special price of ¥1,000 (tax included)
Since its founding in 1958
4 locations
For 1 transaction of ¥3,000 (tax included) or more
Yume Tenbo's digital asset licensing business enters a new phase
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夢展望株式会社 announced that its digital asset “Virtual Yume Tenbo,” developed in collaboration with 株式会社V, will go on sale on Nov. 5, 2026, through “TOKYO AVATAR GATE,” a metaverse marketplace operated by ARROVA.
Facts
Starts at 15:00 on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
6 items in total
Capital: ¥1,028 million
Companies mentioned：夢展望株式会社、株式会社V、ARROVA、VRChat Inc.
Daiwa Institute of Research and 9 NPOs agree on linking donation tax deduction certificates with the MyNa Portal
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株式会社大和総研 has reached an agreement with 9 NPOs to link donation tax deduction certificates with the MyNa Portal. Starting in January 2027, they will use the TrustX service to enable automatic entry into e-Tax. The company will also hold study sessions to support NPOs’ digital transformation and consider issuing digital certificates for volunteer activity records.
Facts
9 NPOs
From January 2026 onward
Starting in January 2027
In August 2024
Companies mentioned：株式会社大和総研、認定NPO法人かものはしプロジェクト、認定NPO法人ジェン（JEN）、認定NPO法人ジャパンハート、認定NPO法人テラ・ルネッサンス、認定NPO法人難民支援協会（JAR）、認定NPO法人難民を助ける会（AAR Japan）、認定NPO法人八王子つばめ塾、認定NPO法人抱樸（ほうぼく）、認定NPO法人Learning for All、株式会社Workthy、株式会社シフトセブンコンサルティング、JPKI
Building an organization that both enables choice and provides support: 株式会社リィ formulates its human resources policy, “Liiway”
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株式会社リィ, an unlisted company, has formulated and published its human resources policy, “Liiway.” With 439 employees (as of October 2026) and an eye toward reaching a workforce of 500, the company is building an organization based on “autonomy and self-reliance” that balances individual choice with company support.
Launch of “shiftel (Shifteru),” an AI agent that handles inbound call center operations end to end
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株式会社ダイレクトマーケティングミックス will begin offering “shiftel (Shifteru),” an AI agent that handles inbound call center operations end to end, on November 5, 2026. Drawing on its operational infrastructure and expertise supporting around 5,000 seats, the company aims to stabilize response quality and reduce hallucination risks by adopting a control-based rather than learning-based approach.
カチタス, No. 1 in used-home purchases and resales※1, opens a new “Ube Store” in Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture
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株式会社カチタス will open a new “Ube Store” in Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture, and begin operations on November 5, 2026. This brings the company’s nationwide store count to 144, or 160 locations including group company リプライス.
弁護士ドットコム株式会社 and MNTSQ株式会社 launch strategic business partnership
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弁護士ドットコム株式会社 and MNTSQ株式会社 have launched a strategic business partnership, advancing sales cooperation and technical integration between “MNTSQ CLM” and “LegalBrain Agent.”
Facts
Where more than 67% of domestic lawyers are registered
Has business partnerships with 3 of Japan’s top law firms
Akerun develops a new feature that lets users enter stores simply by adding a LINE account as a friend, supporting expanded revenue opportunities from unmanned retail stores
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株式会社Photosynth has developed a new feature using its Akerun smart lock that unlocks the door of an unmanned store when customers add the store’s official LINE account as a friend. The feature prevents unauthorized unlocking through GPS authentication and allows walk-in customers to enter without prior registration, supporting expanded revenue opportunities through longer business hours. Proof-of-concept testing has begun at stores operated by some beta customers and is scheduled to run from October 2026 through around spring 2027. The company also plans to hold the “Unmanned Spaces Summit 2026” in November 2026.
A new hub in the Greater Tokyo area! R-Gallery Omiya Exhibition Center (tentative name) scheduled to open in late April 2027
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株式会社アールプランナー plans to open “R-Gallery Omiya Exhibition Center (tentative name)” in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, in late April 2027. It will be the company’s 21st housing exhibition center across the Tokai and Greater Tokyo areas.
Following the start of collaboration with 株式会社V, monthly sales for Yumetenbo’s “Virtual Yumetenbo” increase 84 times; expands distribution to TOKYO AVATAR GATE
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株式会社V is partnering with 夢展望株式会社 and ARROVA to begin selling “Virtual Yumetenbo” on the digital fashion marketplace TOKYO AVATAR GATE on November 5, 2026. Monthly sales have grown 84 times since the collaboration began.
Facts
Original2026年11月5日(木) 15時30分より開始
6 items launching in this release
Companies mentioned：株式会社V、夢展望株式会社、株式会社ARROVA、VRChat社、ソニーグループ、スクウェア・エニックス、伊藤忠商事、VRChat Inc.
ログリー implements new ad-delivery logic, “Insight Match,” on native advertising platform “LOGLY Ads Context”
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ログリー株式会社 implemented new ad-delivery logic, “Insight Match,” on its native advertising platform “LOGLY Ads Context” and completed its standard rollout to eligible campaigns in August 2026. Testing showed a 9% improvement in CPA.
Aucnet TVAA to hold “November Charity Auction: A Circle of Support Connected Through Transactions” on November 9 and 16
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株式会社オークネット will hold its TVAA on November 9 and 16, 2026, as the “November Charity Auction: A Circle of Support Connected Through Transactions,” donating a portion of its fee revenue to 日本赤十字社.
日本情報クリエイト to launch integration between “Chintai Kakumei” and JBR’s “24-hour emergency call-out service”
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日本情報クリエイト plans to launch a feature linking its rental property management software, “Chintai Kakumei,” with JBR’s “24-hour emergency call-out service.” The feature will reduce duplicate entry of contract information and improve operational efficiency.
Interview with company representative Shunichi Nakamura featured in Newsweek’s international edition
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株式会社アドベンチャー announced that an interview with its representative director, Shunichi Nakamura, was featured in the Oct. 30, 2026, issue of the U.S. international news magazine Newsweek. The article is part of a feature on Japanese food, travel and regional experiences, and introduces the services and philosophy of skyticket, an AI-powered travel platform.
【Further expanding overseas bases】MIRAI opens new specified skilled worker class at partner school in Sri Lanka! 15 students in the 1st cohort begin learning Japanese and specialized skills from scratch
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MIRAI株式会社 has opened a new training class for specified skilled worker candidates at a partner school in Sri Lanka, where 15 students in the 1st cohort have begun learning Japanese and specialized skills from scratch.
Shizuoka-based idol group fishbowl pays courtesy call on mayor
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Shizuoka-based idol group fishbowl will pay a courtesy call on the mayor of Fujieda to report on its participation in the Fujiiro Project run by Fujieda City and the tourism association.
【Bicycle insurance rankings】November 2026 edition | Announces the top 4 based on actual sign-ups
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株式会社エレメント announced the top 4 popularity rankings based on actual sign-ups in October 2026 on its bicycle insurance comparison website, Bicycle Insurance 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
【November releases】From the healing drama My Lovely Journey, starring Gong Seung-yeon and Kim Jae-young, to a thrilling comedy-suspense series featuring a team of housewife detectives! Now streaming on Prime Video’s Channel K
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株式会社IMXC began streaming a selection of Korean content, including My Lovely Journey and Salon de Holmes, on Prime Video’s Channel K on Nov. 5. The monthly fee is 550 yen (tax included).
Facts
Starting today, Thursday, November 5
A team of 4 housewife detectives
16 episodes
550 yen per month (tax included)
7-day free trial
Companies mentioned：株式会社インタラクティブメディアミックス、株式会社IMXC、BIG OCEAN ENM Co.,LTD.、集英社、KT ENA、KBS Media Ltd.、KBS、Prime Video、Amazon
弁護士ドットコム株式会社 and MNTSQ株式会社 launch strategic business partnership
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弁護士ドットコム株式会社 and MNTSQ株式会社 have launched a strategic business partnership, advancing sales cooperation and technical integration between MNTSQ CLM and LegalBrain Agent.
Daiso to take the stage. How can it use the more than 100,000 customer comments it receives each month to make improvements? Customer Support Conference to be held Nov. 25
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Tayori, a customer support tool operated by 株式会社PR TIMES, will hold the online conference Customer Support Conference 2026 Fall on Nov. 25, 2026, with 株式会社大創産業 confirmed as a speaker.
株式会社ファミリーマート will mark its 10th anniversary in Malaysia by opening a pop-up store recreating a flagship store at Sunway Pyramid in Kuala Lumpur from Nov. 5 to 9, 2026. It also touches on the global expansion of convenience wear and strong sales at flagship stores.
Facts
10th anniversary of its Malaysia launch
45th anniversary
Nov. 5 (Thu.) through Nov. 9 (Mon.), 2026
About 500 stores as of the end of September 2026
About 25 million visitors annually
About 30 items for sale
The number of stores carrying the products has exceeded 5,000
Digital bookstore ソク読み and fashion platform and ST collaborate! Campaign offers a chance to win premium relaxation items, with 76 winners selected by lottery: “An Autumn of Reading with Manga” giveaway
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and factory株式会社 will collaborate its e-book distribution service ソク読み with the online store and ST operated by 株式会社アンドエスティ, launching a campaign on Nov. 5, 2026, offering premium relaxation items to 76 winners selected by lottery.
【Breaking】Winners announced in the 23rd Senshu Illustration & Photography Contest! 28 works selected from more than 1,700 entries. Awards ceremony to be held Nov. 17 (Tue.) at 株式会社 千 修!
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株式会社千修 announced the 28 winning works in the 23rd Senshu Illustration & Photography Contest, held since 1999. The works were selected from more than 1,700 entries, and an awards ceremony will be held on Nov. 17.
New chocolates and chocolate cakes expressing aromas and flavors etched in the founding chef’s memory, adding sparkle to Valentine’s Day 2027, go on sale from Jan. 4 (Mon.)
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クリオロ, operated by エコール・クリオロ株式会社, will launch a new bonbon chocolate set (Souvenir) and chocolate cake (Trésor Café Banane) for Valentine's Day 2027, expressing the founding chef's memories.
[Limited time] Korean baby and children's clothing brand moimoln to open a POP UP STORE at 東武百貨店 池袋店 on Thursday, Nov. 5! New winter items, including outerwear, arrive
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ハンセドリームジャパン株式会社 will open a limited-time POP UP STORE for Korean baby and children's clothing brand moimoln at Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro on Nov. 5.
festaria introduces its new original-cut diamond, “Star Princess”
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フェスタリアホールディングス株式会社 developed the original-cut diamond “Star Princess.” Based on the princess cut, it uses proprietary cutting technology to reveal two stars. It is scheduled to make its debut at the “Amour de bijou” exhibition in November 2026.
Official offline event for “セガ NET Mahjong MJ” set for Saturday, Dec. 26, at セガ's Osaki headquarters in Tokyo!
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株式会社セガ announced that it will hold an official offline event for the network mahjong game “セガ NET Mahjong MJ” at セガ's Osaki headquarters in Tokyo on Dec. 26, 2026. 12 professional mahjong players will participate as guests. Admission is free, and the event is open to 108 participants. Applications are being accepted through Nov. 16, 2026.
supa.ai launches supaattack, a fully automated penetration testing platform with a private LLM
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supa株式会社 has launched supaattack, a fully automated penetration testing platform with a private LLM. AI agents operate systems from an attacker's perspective and send events in real time when vulnerabilities are found. The platform uses the domestic LLM inference API suparouter for inference and supports zero data retention (ZDR).
International certification body BM Certification opens a Japan office
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International certification body BM Certification has opened its Japan office, BMサーティフィケーション・ジャパン株式会社, and began offering certification and verification services in Japanese in the fields of sustainability and cybersecurity in April 2026.
Facts
Provides certification, audit and verification services in more than 30 countries worldwide
Full-scale provision of certification and verification services in Japan began in April 2026
The 2 fields of “sustainability” and “cybersecurity”
For biomass power generation facilities of 1,000 kW or more
50% reduction compared with fossil-fuel power generation
70% reduction from fiscal 2030 onward
There were 226 reported ransomware cases in 2025
Approximately 60% (143 cases) involved small and midsize companies
Manufacturing had the most cases by industry, with 91
Original復旧に1,000万円以上を要した組織は5割を超えています
We aim to respond within 3 business days from inquiry to providing a quote
三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ announced that it will hold “MUFG Startup Summit 2027” on Jan. 26, 2027, together with 5 consolidated subsidiaries. The event is set to feature booth exhibitions by approximately 100 startups, pitches and panel discussions.
豊川市 seeks participants for pilot projects on 3 themes: sharing availability in disability welfare services, automating sewer quantity takeoffs, and marathon DX
A world-first live event* will show a bipedal humanoid assembled from parts receiving its name at an exhibition venue and taking its first steps under its own power
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RX Japan合同会社 will hold “Humanoid Birth Festival,” a world-first participatory live event in which a humanoid is assembled from parts, at “NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn]” at Makuhari Messe on Nov. 12 and 13, 2026. Using Menlo Research's Asimov-1, visitors will help complete the robot while coming up with its name and personality, then witness its first steps.
Accelerating the shift to e-commerce for corporate transactions: BiNDec B2B launches
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株式会社ウェブライフ has launched BiNDec B2B, a service specializing in wholesale and business-to-business transactions, within Shopify’s BiNDec e-commerce platform for businesses. Drawing on more than 400 projects and its expertise as a Shopify Platinum Partner, it offers features tailored to Japanese B2B business practices and a centralized management environment to help improve operational efficiency and expand sales.
Facts
More than 400 Shopify store development and support projects
Started building e-commerce sites with Shopify in 2007
Received the Shopify Plus Partner of the Year award in 2021
In 2022, merged to form 株式会社ウェブライフ
Shopify Plus Upgrade Partner of the Year, 2023
Received the Industry Best Solution Partner of the Year award in 2025
Turn contract development strengths into a new pillar of revenue. TorchUp releases a free “SaaS/AIaaS Transition Roadmap” for one-person company CEOs
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株式会社TorchUp has released for free a white paper titled “A Roadmap for One-Person Company CEOs to Transition from Contract Development to SaaS/AIaaS,” outlining how to turn the strengths of contract development and SES businesses into SaaS and AIaaS.
Announces the “楽天 Technology Excellence Awards 2026”
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楽天 Group has selected JAI-Trust, Apache Iceberg Community, Science Tokyo, and AIST as recipients of the “楽天 Technology Excellence Awards 2026.” They will be honored at the Rakuten AI Technology Conference 2026 on November 14.
Carpet cleaning and interior construction company 株式会社美光, founded 58 years ago, joins TRES GROUP
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株式会社トレス・ディベロップメント has acquired the issued shares of 株式会社美光, a carpet cleaning and interior construction company founded 58 years ago, and welcomed it as a member of TRES GROUP. The companies aim to expand sales and improve profitability through group synergies, as well as enter the building management sector.
Facts
As of October 19, 2026
More than 1.6 million m² of carpet annually
Group sales of around ¥10 billion this fiscal year
Employees: 48
Number of employees: 18
Companies mentioned：株式会社トレス・ディベロップメント、株式会社美光、TRES GROUP
[4th anniversary] Ramen for ¥500! “Shoyu Ramen” and “Se-abura Shoyu Ramen” at らぁ麺さくら田 Okayama Daiku branch will be available for the special price of ¥500, tax included, for 3 days only, November 13–15!
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らぁ麺さくら田 Okayama Daiku branch, operated by GET株式会社, will mark its 4th anniversary by offering its signature “Shoyu Ramen” and “Se-abura Shoyu Ramen” at the special price of ¥500, tax included, down from the regular price of ¥880, for 3 days only, November 13–15, 2026.
Grand prize selected from 2,205 entries from 218 schools nationwide! Results announced for the 5th “School Uniform Photo Contest” — all 30 works capturing moments of youth by middle and high school students nationwide now available on the web
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菅公学生服株式会社 has announced the results of the 5th “School Uniform Photo Contest.” Award-winning works, including the grand prize winner, were selected from 2,205 entries from 218 schools nationwide, and all 30 works have been published on the web.
Yudai Nishida, Koyo, and Yosei’s “Nishida 3 Brothers” merchandise launches! On sale at the Shiga game on November 8 (Sunday)
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SeaHorses Mikawa will sell new merchandise at its November 6 and 8 games, including “Nishida 3 Brothers” merchandise at the game against Shiga. The merchandise shop will also go completely cashless.
[TAC社労士] Free online seminar “Quick-Study Course Guidance” to be held on 11/11 (Wednesday)!
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TAC社労士 will hold a free online seminar, “Quick-Study Course Guidance,” on November 11. Lecturer Harada will explain short-term study methods and provide an overview of the exam.
[Ballet at the cinema] 『パリ・オペラ座 IN シネマ 2027』 brings exquisite ballet masterpieces from パリ・オペラ座, a world-class temple of the arts, to the big screen! Japanese trailer and key visual unveiled!
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『パリ・オペラ座 IN シネマ 2027』 will screen with 4 productions from February 5 to July 1, 2027. 『英国ロイヤル・バレエ＆オペラ in シネマ 2026/27』 will also open on January 22, 2027, with a total of 9 works to be screened.
Winner announced for the collaboration event between STARDOM and 777Real, which ran for about 3 weeks!
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Suzu Suzuki has won the collaboration event between the pachinko app 777Real, operated by 株式会社サミーネットワークス, and the professional wrestling organization STARDOM.
Facts
About 3 weeks
Thursday, Oct. 15
Nov. 4 (Wed.)
Approximately 450 billion points
Approximately 210 billion points
Celebrating its 15th anniversary
More than 40 people in total
About 130 matches a year
Companies mentioned：株式会社サミーネットワークス、777Real、株式会社ブシロード、株式会社スターダム、STARDOM、World Wonder Ring STARDOM
Are more pockets really more convenient? New business backpack rethinks storage; presales begin
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Bag brand Gravitage will begin presales for its new AEROSTYLE PREMIUM model, redesigned with a fresh look at storage and usability in business backpacks, on November 5, 2026.
Igaku-Shoin, NTT, and NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS launch a joint proof of concept with Ubie for a medical AI information platform to realize “trustworthy AI” in medical settings
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Igaku-Shoin, NTT, and NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS are partnering with Ubie to begin a joint proof of concept using a medical AI information platform at NTT東日本関東病院 in November 2026.
Librus株式会社 publishes an insight report, “What is the difference between ★3 and ★4 in the SCS assessment system? A thorough comparison of requirements, assessment methods, and how to choose”
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Librus株式会社 has published an insight report explaining the differences between SCS Evaluation System ★3 and ★4 and how to choose.
＜Nov. 7 (Sat.)＞ “Japan Nature Conservation Awards 2026” award ceremony to be held! (Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture)
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公益財団法人日本自然保護協会 will hold the “Japan Nature Conservation Awards 2026” award ceremony in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on November 7. Groundwork Mishima won the Grand Prize in the Education and Outreach category for activities including the restoration of Genbee River.
【ペッパーランチ】“Rib Steak ～Melting Butter and Japanese-Grown Sweet Potatoes～” on sale for a limited time from November 19 (Thu.)
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At all locations of ペッパーランチ, ペッパーランチPLUS, 武蔵ハンバーグ and ロックスハンバーグ, operated by 株式会社ホットパレット, “Rib Steak ～Melting Butter and Japanese-Grown Sweet Potatoes～” will be available for a limited time from November 19.
イオン保険サービス announced its November 2026 popular rankings on the website it operates, “イオンのほけん相談 保険マーケット.” The rankings cover the period from September 1 to 30, 2026, and aggregate clicks or applications by category for life insurance, medical insurance, cancer insurance, disability insurance, medical insurance for people with pre-existing conditions, and auto insurance.
尚美ミュージックカレッジ専門学校 students to perform with a professional wind orchestra!! “SHOBI×SIENA Shobi 100th Anniversary Concert” to be held November 27
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尚美ミュージックカレッジ専門学校 will hold a special concert with professional wind orchestra シエナ・ウインド・オーケストラ on November 27, 2026, commemorating its 100th anniversary and the 15th anniversary of its industry-academia collaboration agreement.
Facts
100th anniversary of the company’s founding
15th anniversary of the industry-academia collaboration agreement
Announcing leading companies advancing DEI. With AI and same-sex marriage among the topics, participants discuss what companies can do to build a future where LGBTQ+ people can live with optimism. Registration opens for the second “work with Pride 2026” conference
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一般社団法人work with Pride announced the program for the second “work with Pride 2026” conference, to be held on November 25, 2026. Centered on the role of companies in a future where LGBTQ+ people can live with optimism, against the backdrop of AI and the legalization of same-sex marriage, the program will include a keynote by UN expert Graham Reid and panel sessions featuring speakers from companies and organizations.
Facts
2026
Nov. 25, 2026
13:00〜17:00
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人work with Pride、経団連会館、トゥミジャパン合同会社、一般社団法人fair、カラフルチェンジラボ、九州レインボープライド、株式会社チェリオコーポレーション、株式会社チェリオ中部、株式会社チェリオ沖縄、株式会社電通九州、株式会社NTTデータ関西、日本テレビコンテンツ戦略本部マネジメント部、NPO法人ETIC.、筑波大学、日本経済団体連合会、CATCHY、公益社団法人Marriage For All Japan –結婚の自由をすべての人に、EY Asia East、EY Japan、ラッシュジャパン合同会社
株式会社ブートストラップ to sponsor drinks at “The CREATORS 7,” a networking event for creators and entertainment companies. Initiatives will be coordinated with a café corner offering light food and drinks
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株式会社ブートストラップ will sponsor drinks at “The CREATORS 7,” a networking event for creators hosted by 株式会社トライデントワークス. The initiative will provide soft drinks at the café corner in the venue.
Just under 50% of corporate HR and recruitment staff have encountered a compliance issue after a hire joined the company within the past 3 years!
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A survey of 686 corporate HR and recruitment staff by back check株式会社 found that just under 50% (48.1%) had experienced a compliance issue coming to light after a hire joined the company within the past 3 years. In particular, more than 80% said they had been unaware during the selection process of facts related to issues stemming from the hire’s background or conduct before joining.
The combined share of respondents who answered “1 year to less than 2 years after joining” (23.6%), “2 years to less than 3 years after joining” (13.9%), and “3 or more years after joining” (14.2%) was 51.7%
The combined share of respondents who answered “noticed by a supervisor or colleague” (25.8%), “work-related checks or audits (including verification of submitted documents)” (23.9%), and “report to an internal reporting or consultation hotline” (21.8%) was 71.5%
“Caused by the person’s background or conduct before joining the company...” ranked first at 50.0%
Among corporate HR and recruitment staff who said the most recent compliance issue to come to light was caused by the hire’s background or conduct before joining the company, more than 80% said they had hired the person without knowing the facts
60% of men with female partners in their 20s or 30s do not know that men can transmit to women the virus that causes cervical cancer!
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GYNメディカルグループ, operated by 医療法人社団雄秀会, conducted a survey of men with female partners in their 20s or 30s. The results highlighted a lack of awareness about prevention, with 60% unaware that the virus that causes cervical cancer can be transmitted by men.
Facts
60% do not know that men can transmit to women the virus that causes cervical cancer
More than half do not know whether their partners have had cervical cancer screening
About 1 in 4 know that HPV vaccination for men can help prevent cervical cancer
Just under 50% believe cervical cancer prevention has nothing to do with them
Just under 80% want to take some kind of action with their partner to prevent cervical cancer
Originalハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド、「Investment International Awards 2026」で3つの賞を受賞
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ハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド won Company of the Year for Asia and Excellence in Client Service, while Global Select won Best International Portfolio Bond, at the 27th Investment International Awards 2026, hosted by UK financial publication Investment International.
Facts
Won 3 awards
27th Investment International Awards 2026
October 7, 2026 (UK time)
Companies mentioned：ハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド、Hansard International Limited、ハンサード、Investment International、Money Map Media
一般社団法人東京女子管弦楽団 announced that conductor 阿部加奈子 will become music director effective November 1, 2026. 阿部氏 lives in the Netherlands and also serves as artistic and music director of フランス・ドーム交響楽団.
Facts
Effective Nov. 1, 2026
Founded in June 2022
Made a guest appearance for the first time in 2025
For 30 years, primarily in Europe
Founded the contemporary music ensemble 現代音楽アンサンブル「ミュルチラテラル」 in 2005
OCX Mobile Access adds support for “inter-device communication” and “SIM Target Routes”
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BBIX株式会社 will begin offering “inter-device communication” and “SIM Target Routes” on November 5, 2026, as new VMG features for “OCX Mobile Access,” which it is developing jointly with BBSakura Networks株式会社.
November is Cervical Cancer Prevention Awareness Month: Essay manga “さよならしきゅう,” depicting an experience with cervical cancer, released for a limited time
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MSD株式会社 will release part of manga artist 岡田有希’s essay manga “さよならしきゅう” for a limited time to coincide with Cervical Cancer Prevention Awareness Month in November.
Facts
Approximately 10,000 people are diagnosed each year
Approximately 2,700 people die
Approximately 18,000 people each year have cervical cancer
Of them, approximately 3,600 or more undergo surgery to remove the uterus
This virus is known to be found in more than 90% of patients
Just under 60% of parents with children in elementary school or younger believe that Japanese education alone will not prepare their children to compete globally!
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A survey conducted by 株式会社芙蓉エデュケーションズ found that just under 60% of parents with children in elementary school or younger believe Japanese education alone is not enough for their children to compete globally, while approximately 75% recognize the need for education that nurtures individuality.
Facts
Just under 60% believe that Japanese education alone will not prepare their children to compete globally
Number of survey respondents: 335
Survey date: October 16, 2026
97% of ISCA graduates go on to prestigious art universities
[Women-only machine Pilates studio “Ciel Pilates（シエル ピラティス）” to NEW OPEN in Osaka’s Higashinari Ward on Dec. 1 (Tue.)! The Pilates studio is operated by 株式会社コパン. The chain now has 15 locations.]
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The Imazato studio of women-only machine Pilates studio “Ciel Pilates,” operated by 株式会社コパン, opened in Osaka’s Higashinari Ward on December 1, 2026, bringing the brand’s total to 15 locations.
Able Carry to hold “Carry the Future,” a POP-UP event featuring its full domestic lineup, in Harajuku on Nov. 21 and 22 | Unreleased new models to be previewed
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株式会社ハイマウント, the official distributor in Japan for Hong Kong-based backpack brand “Able Carry,” will hold a pop-up event in Harajuku on November 21 and 22, 2026, offering its full lineup and previewing unreleased new products.
株式会社地域創生Coデザイン研究所（NTT西日本グループ） registered as a “J-Credit Provider”
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株式会社地域創生Coデザイン研究所 has registered as a “J-Credit Provider.” NTT West carbon-offset the CO2 emissions associated with the 2026 Intercity Baseball Tournament using forest-derived J-Credits.
Facts
In addition to the 10 companies already registered
Regional formularies: Focus shifts from “what to choose” to “how to proceed”; 80% of seminar participants cite “building consensus” as a challenge
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株式会社ファルモ held a co-sponsored seminar at the 59th Annual Meeting of the Japan Pharmaceutical Association on October 12, 2026, and released survey results showing that interest in regional formularies is shifting toward “how to proceed,” with 80% of participants citing “building consensus” as a challenge.
帰国子女アカデミー to hold a pre-opening of its first Kansai campus, in Osaka, in January 2027
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帰国子女アカデミー（KA） will hold a pre-opening of its first Kansai campus, in Osaka, on January 9, 2027, and officially open at a permanent site in March. Press release issued by operator Global KA Holdings株式会社.
Facts
January 9, 2027
The school plans to officially open at a permanent site in March
For more than 20 years
広尾学園中学校: 76%
広尾学園小石川中学校: 69%
渋谷教育学園渋谷中学校: 100%
渋谷教育学園幕張中学校: 85%
¥25,000 off the enrollment fee
Those who begin classes by Monday, February 15 of the same year
Companies mentioned：帰国子女アカデミー、KA、Global KA Holdings株式会社、広尾学園中学校、広尾学園小石川中学校、渋谷教育学園渋谷中学校、渋谷教育学園幕張中学校、KA International School、KAIS、Global Step Academy、GSA、The International School Times、IST
All-weather down outerwear featuring スノーピーク apparel’s highest-ever specs, with GORE-TEX and water-repellent down exceeding 900 FP
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株式会社スノーピーク will launch the “GORE-TEX Waterproof Down” series of all-weather down jackets and gloves made with GORE-TEX material and water-repellent down exceeding 900 FP, starting November 6.
Share customer information and internal documents with confidence. Launch of “WonderChat,” a business chat service that lets companies protect important information themselves
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ワンダフルフライ株式会社 has launched WonderChat, a business chat service that reduces the risk of customer information and internal documents being leaked and allows companies to manage where their information is stored.
Froebel-kan holds press conference for “Kinder Book” Guinness World Records™️ recognition and 100th anniversary of its launch
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株式会社フレーベル館 held a press conference to celebrate the Guinness World Records™️ recognition of its monthly preschool picture-book magazine “Kinder Book” as the longest-running picture-book magazine, as well as the 100th anniversary of its launch in 2027 and the 120th anniversary of the company’s founding. The company announced a magazine redesign, the release of a commemorative logo and website, and a special exhibition.
Just right for your everyday room. New “KSR-57” convection kerosene heater glows red through the glass!
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株式会社トヨトミ will launch the KSR-57 convection kerosene heater at 17:00 on November 5, 2026. It has a heating output of 5.71 kW and can heat wooden detached homes up to 15 tatami mats and concrete apartment buildings up to 20 tatami mats.