426 attend the “Minpaku Ryokan & Real Estate Rental Festival 2026”; winners of the 2 major awards, “Stay Michelin 2026” and “Dramatic! Vacant House GP 2026,” announced
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CFコンサルティング株式会社 held the “Minpaku Ryokan & Real Estate Rental Festival 2026” on October 31, 2026, with 426 attendees. It announced the winning properties for the Minpaku Ryokan Award, “Stay Michelin 2026,” and the Vacant House Utilization Award, “Dramatic! Vacant House GP 2026.”
ドバイ総研 investigates how much space the same budget can buy in Dubai; major differences between districts [October 2026 edition]
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株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス estimated the area that a budget of 100 million yen could buy based on apartment prices per unit of area in 10 Dubai districts as of October 2026. The results showed substantial differences by location, ranging from approximately 86.4㎡ to 225.4㎡.
Facts
Even when estimating the area purchasable with the same 100 million yen budget
Original対応する面積は約86.4〜225.4㎡と大きく異なります
100 million yen is approximately 2.3218 million AED
1 AED = 43.07 yen
Dubai Sports City had the largest estimated area, at approximately 225.4㎡
while Downtown Dubai had the smallest, at approximately 86.4㎡
Jumeirah Village Circle: approximately 171.3㎡
Arjan: approximately 156.9㎡
Business Bay: approximately 119.0㎡
1 square foot = 0.09290304㎡
Palm Jumeirah: from approximately 83.4㎡ to approximately 88.1㎡
Downtown Dubai: from approximately 88.7㎡ to approximately 86.4㎡
Dubai Marina decreased from approximately 116.9㎡ to approximately 114.6㎡
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス、ドバイ総研、Property Monitor、Property Monitor Software & Services LLC、DPI、UAE中央銀行、Central Bank of the UAE、DRI Real Estate LLC、RERA、DRI Consultancy FZ-LLC
<Seminar Report> November 5 is “Good Apple Day”: Health and beauty from the gut, and ways to enjoy apples at the table
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一般社団法人青森県りんご対策協議会 held a media seminar on the health benefits of apples on October 30, 2026. 工藤あき氏 spoke about their effects on gut health and beauty, 八尾昌輝氏 discussed Aomori apple varieties and selection methods, and 金丸絵里加氏 introduced recipes.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Original果物の1日の目標量は200g
The average intake was 78.1g
As many as 40.1% of people do not eat fruit at all
Approximately 60% of that comes from
1 unpeeled Fuji apple (322g edible portion)
of the total 6.1g of dietary fiber
1.6g is fermentable dietary fiber
A study involving 40 adults with mildly high cholesterol
Originalりんごを1日2個（340g）、8週間摂取しました
In a comparative trial involving 23 healthy adults
LDL cholesterol decreased by 7.9% with apple pomace
and by 2.2% with cloudy apple juice
In a 12-week double-blind trial
Original発酵性食物繊維を1日12g程度含む食品を
In a trial in which 14 women in their 30s and 40s consumed it for 6 weeks
38 human intervention studies using apples and apple-derived products
38 Japanese adults (ages 41–63)
Original青森県弘前産の「ふじ」を1日1個（可食部約300g）、12週間食べた試験では
1 apple is said to contain approximately 6g of fermentable dietary fiber
and approximately 300–600mg of polyphenols
Heating in a 500W microwave for approximately 1 minute
Original果物の1日の目標量200gは
is approximately 0.6 of a standard-sized Fuji apple
In addition to cultivation techniques developed over 150 years
approximately 60% of Japan’s total production is grown
The difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures reached 10℃ or more
[Venue and capacity expanded due to a sellout] “Tashkent Region Business Seminar,” co-hosted by the International Business Linkage Organization and the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Japan
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一般社団法人国際ビジネス連結機構 announced that the “Tashkent Region Business Seminar” on November 12, 2026, co-hosted with the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Japan, would be moved to JICA Global Plaza to accommodate demand after registration exceeded the 100-person capacity within 4 days of opening.
Facts
The initially planned capacity of 100 people
in just 4 days after registration opened
It is reported to have a population of approximately 3.4 million
Regional GDP growth: reported at 6.5%
Share of the country’s industrial production: reported at 10.7%
More than 180,000 tons of gold
Resources including more than 170 million tons of coal
The approximately 4,130-hectare Angren Special Economic Zone
Cumulative GMV (gross merchandise value) surpasses 720 million yen
あみあみ, operated by 大網株式会社, has begun selling a 1/7-scale finished figure of Anis: Star, a popular character from Goddess of Victory: NIKKE, with an exclusive AmiAmi bonus.
Facts
Deluxe edition: 47,300 yen (tax included)
Standard edition: 44,000 yen (tax included)
Release date: scheduled for August 2027
[Scale] 1/7
Overall height: approximately 280mm (including base)
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、あみあみ、Hobby sakura、SHIFT UP Corp.
The alternative investment platform オルタナバンク, operated by SAMURAI証券株式会社, has published the Shiga Grid-Scale Battery Storage Facility Secured Loan Fund ID1200. The total offering is 180 million yen, with a target yield of 9% before tax. Applications will be accepted from November 13 through 19, 2026.
Facts
Total offering: 180 million yen
Target yield: 9% (before tax)
Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
Minimum funding threshold: The fund will be established with investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
KOMORO ORIGIN, Komoro Distillery’s first single malt Japanese whisky, to be served at Prince Hotels nationwide [Serving period] Rolling out from Saturday, November 7, 2026
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株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド will begin serving KOMORO ORIGIN, the first single malt Japanese whisky from Komoro Distillery, operated by 軽井沢蒸留酒製造株式会社, at 23 bars and restaurants across 西武プリンスホテルズ＆リゾーツ nationwide from Nov. 7, 2026.
Alternative investment platform 「オルタナバンク」, operated by SAMURAI証券株式会社, has launched the Shiga Grid-Scale Battery Storage Secured Loan Fund ID1199. The total offering is ¥180 million, with a target yield of 9.3% before tax. Applications will be accepted from Nov. 13 to 19, 2026.
Facts
Total offering: 180 million yen
Target yield: 9.3% (before tax)
Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
Minimum funding threshold: The fund will be established with investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
Maximus合同会社: Interview with representative 山下卓宏 featured in WSJ’s “Next Era Leaders.” Creating corporate value through “knowledge,” “capital” and “people”
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山下卓宏, representative of Maximus合同会社, was interviewed for an article titled “Beyond Capital: The Value of People” in WSJ’s “Next Era Leaders” content series. Through investment and M&A, the company supports efforts to increase corporate value, particularly at small publicly listed companies with market capitalizations below ¥10 billion and companies related to AI infrastructure.
Facts
Market capitalization below ¥10 billion
Companies mentioned：Maximus合同会社、The Wall Street Journal、WSJ
A joint exhibition proposing new expressions using reclaimed wood and old glass from Japan. リビセン and 池谷三奈美 to exhibit at “FOR STOCKISTS EXHIBITION TAIPEI 2026”
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株式会社ReBuilding Center JAPAN（リビセン） will exhibit jointly with glass artist 池谷三奈美 at “FOR STOCKISTS EXHIBITION TAIPEI 2026,” held in Taipei from Nov. 13, 2026. They will present リビセン’s reclaimed-wood brand “notonly” and 池谷三奈美’s “窓” series of works made from old glass, deepening ties between Taiwan and Suwa.
Facts
Nov. 13 (Fri.)–15, 2026
Launched in Tokyo in 2006
Opened in 2016
2019 Good Design Award
2026 Good Design Award
Companies mentioned：株式会社ReBuilding Center JAPAN、リビセン、notonly、池谷三奈美
Make weekends your own time and spend weekday evenings helping others! Start giving back after work with “Weeknight Volunteer Activities” / Volunteers wanted for weekday-evening stamp-sorting activities!
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認定NPO法人シェア＝国際保健協力市民の会 will hold “Weeknight Volunteer Activities” at its Tokyo office from 18:30 to 20:30 on Dec. 3, 2026, seeking volunteers to sort donated items such as used stamps.
Wedding venue bookings can’t be understood from inquiries alone. Free guide to improving year-end customer acquisition and bookings now available
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株式会社くるみバディ has released a free white paper, “A Year-End Review: A Guide to Improving Customer Acquisition and Bookings at Wedding Venues,” offering support for improving customer acquisition and bookings.
As part of the horror project 「ホラーいえるかな？みえるかな？」 from キングレコード’s EVIL LINE RECORDS, a special talk show screening will be held at シネマート新宿 on Nov. 30 to mark the return of the paranormal documentary series 「殴り込み！Gメン＜新生編＞」.
Facts
Returns after about 5 years
Monday, Nov. 30
Nov. 30, 2026
3,000 yen (tax included)
Fri., Nov. 6
Companies mentioned：キングレコード株式会社、キングレコード、EVIL LINE RECORDS、シネマート新宿
＼Registration now open／Take on the world in a global charity run! A day when everyone’s run turns into hope｜Wings for Life World Run 2027
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Registration for the global charity run Wings for Life World Run 2027, taking place on May 9, 2027, opens on Nov. 5. The event, supported by Red Bull Japan, aims to raise funds for spinal cord injury research. A global release of the documentary BACKBONE is also planned.
Facts
A record 346,527 people took part
From 173 countries worldwide
A total of 4,308 people took part in Japan, exceeding the previous year’s figure
Donations totaled 9.2 million euros (about 1.5 billion yen)
Cumulative donations reached 69.7 million euros (about 11.7 billion yen)
Japanese runner 福田穣 ran 78.95 km
Entry fee: ¥3,900 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社、ウィングス・フォー・ライフ財団、Red Bull TV、App Store、Google Play
The popular “ganjang gejang” featured in videos by “きまぐれクック,” who has 15.5 million YouTube subscribers, is finally becoming a product! The new make-it-yourself marinated crab, perfected through repeated trials, goes on sale Nov. 5!
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株式会社Carry On will launch a product based on the popular ganjang gejang featured in videos by YouTuber “きまぐれクック,” available from Nov. 5, 2026, at the official online store 「かねこ道具店」.
Facts
From Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
・2-crab set: for 1–2 people / ¥8,980
・3-crab set: for 2–3 people / ¥11,880
・4-crab set: for 3–4 people / ¥14,800
YouTube subscribers surpassed 15 million as of July 2026
【TAC Police Officer and Firefighter】“Autumn Discount Campaign Part 2”: 2027 exam-prep courses ¥8,250 off! (through Nov. 30)
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TAC株式会社 is running “Autumn Discount Campaign Part 2” for courses aimed at passing the police officer and firefighter exams in 2027, with eligible courses discounted by ¥8,250.
【For game creators】How can game design, visuals and market strategy be connected? Free streaming of the archived video of the popular Nov. 20 (Fri.) seminar “When Game Design Becomes a Brand”!!
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will stream for free an archived video of the online seminar “When Game Design Becomes a Brand,” held on Nov. 20. The seminar, led by Matthew Moss, explains how to integrate game design, visuals and market strategy.
The 2027 solo show will be held at Honda Theater for the first time! Danshi Blank solo show “Whale Library”
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Danshi Blank will stage their solo show “Whale Library” at Honda Theater in Tokyo from Jan. 7 to 11, 2027. Tickets will go on presale through the fan club website and other channels from Nov. 6, 2026.
Facts
Jan. 7 (Thursday) to Jan. 11 (Monday, national holiday), 2027
9 performances in total
Original11月6日(金)11:00より
Advance tickets: 6,000 yen
Tickets on the day: 6,500 yen
Companies mentioned：吉本興業株式会社、DANSEI BLANCO FAN CLUB、FANY
A two-person exhibition, “eternity,” by sculptors Morrison Kobayashi and Daisuke Nakamura will be held at and wander OUTDOOR GALLERY
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A two-person exhibition, “eternity,” by sculptors Morrison Kobayashi and Daisuke Nakamura will open on Nov. 14, 2026, at and wander OUTDOOR GALLERY in Marunouchi.
TGC partners with 5 municipalities nationwide! Local specialties from across Japan gather in Shibuya! “TGC’s Nationwide Local Specialties Grab-and-Go Contest” to be held at “Shibuya Startup Cultural Festival 2026”!
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TGC set up a booth at “Shibuya Startup Cultural Festival 2026,” held at Shibuya Hikarie on Nov. 3, 2026, and partnered with 5 municipalities—Niigata Prefecture, Gamagori City, Kitakyushu City, Kofu City and Sabae City—to hold “TGC’s Nationwide Local Specialties Grab-and-Go Contest,” showcasing specialties from each region.
Igaku-Shoin, NTT and NTT Docomo Business launch joint proof of concept with Ubie for a medical AI information platform, aiming to realize “trustworthy AI” in medical settings
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Igaku-Shoin, NTT and NTT Docomo Business will partner with Ubie to launch a joint proof of concept using a medical AI information platform at NTT東日本関東病院 in November 2026.
Postwar Japanese art and contemporary art brought together. Tozai New Art to hold Tokyo public auction on Dec. 5
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株式会社東西ニューアート will hold its “December Tokyo Public Auction” in Ginza, Tokyo, on Dec. 5, 2026. A total of 262 works will be offered, with an estimated combined sale value of over 280 million yen. Highlights include works by Yayoi Kusama, Yoshitomo Nara and Takeo Yamaguchi, as well as 38 works from the Shibusawa Kei collection.
Facts
December 5, 2026
262 works in total
280 million yen
38 works
Companies mentioned：株式会社東西ニューアート、Christie's New York
In the Sapporo medical service area, periodontal maintenance treatment is provided 283 times per thousand people, approximately 1.3 times the national rate, while scaling (tartar removal) is approximately 0.8 times the national rate. Analysis by Akihiro Yuguchi, director of Sapporo dental clinic ユアーズデンタルクリニック.
“YRP Open Innovation Day 2026” to be held—experience the latest technologies shaping the future at 横須賀リサーチパーク (YRP)
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横須賀リサーチパーク (YRP) will hold “YRP Open Innovation Day 2026” on Dec. 11 and 12, 2026, featuring displays of the latest technologies, lectures and public access.
Free advance appraisal campaign for Hina dolls launched ahead of Hinamatsuri | Limited-time service in Chiba Prefecture by 買取マクサス市川本八幡店
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買取マクサス市川本八幡店, operated by 株式会社わたるコーポレーション, is running a limited-time free advance appraisal campaign for Hina dolls ahead of Hinamatsuri. Dolls can be appraised from photos, including large displays such as seven-tier arrangements, and in-person appraisals are also available in Chiba Prefecture and some areas of eastern Tokyo.
Business community “AKEY-kai” joins as a supporter of a special lecture and networking event on Nov. 22 featuring Naohiro Hayashi
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株式会社AKEY CONSULTING will participate as a supporter of a special lecture by Naohiro Hayashi and a business networking event hosted by 株式会社エポラール on Nov. 22, 2026, and will be responsible for attracting attendees.
Yutaka Yamanaka, featured on TOKYO FM and Yahoo!ニュース, to speak at a publishing commemorative seminar on unlisted policy-holding shares, to be held on Nov. 27 at 18:00
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少数株ドットコム株式会社 will hold a publishing commemorative seminar on a book about unlisted policy-holding shares on Nov. 27, 2026. Author Yutaka Yamanaka will speak about the practicalities of sales and price negotiations.
株式会社BOTANICO launches a monthly “WordPress Migration Plan.” Move to microCMS or Cloudflare’s EmDash, with AI recommending and carrying out daily updates and SEO and AI search optimization
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株式会社BOTANICO will launch its “WordPress Migration Plan” on November 5, 2026, offering WordPress site migration to microCMS or Cloudflare’s EmDash, along with maintenance and AI support, for a monthly fee. The initial fee is ¥0 for applications made by the end of the year, and monthly fees start at ¥29,800.
Facts
Set to launch on November 5, 2026
Initial fee: ¥200,000 (excluding tax)
This will be set at ¥0
Security support for PHP 8.1 ended on December 31, 2025
Support for PHP 8.2 will also end on December 31, 2026
Of the 11,334 vulnerabilities
91% are in plugins
Up 42% year over year
Published by Cloudflare in April 2026
Released version 1.0
In August of the same year, it migrated its official corporate blog to EmDash
Growith promotes business partnerships with housing-related companies to expand sales channels for its residential energy business
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Growith株式会社 plans to promote business partnerships with housing equipment manufacturers, homebuilders and renovation companies to expand sales channels for its residential energy business. Specifically, it aims to develop sales channels for households, jointly handle inquiries about solar power and storage batteries after home handovers, and create environmental value using the J-Credit Scheme.
Yojiro Terada recalls Le Mans. A publication event for “Le Mans, 4 p.m. and Beyond: The Sarthe Wind Still Blows” will be held at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE APIT東雲店!
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株式会社主婦の友社 will hold a publication event for “Le Mans, 4 p.m. and Beyond: The Sarthe Wind Still Blows,” by Yojiro Terada, at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE APIT東雲店 on November 23, 2026. The event will feature a talk session, book signing and photo session.
Up to 30% off: 日本ヴォーグ社 launches an autumn campaign for its “Handicrafts School” correspondence courses, offering new opportunities to learn crafts this fall
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株式会社日本ヴォーグ社 will run a limited-time autumn campaign for its “Handicrafts School” correspondence courses from November 6 to 16, 2026, offering up to 30% off eligible courses.
The winter ice cream festival gets even bigger! On the 10th anniversary of “Winter Ice Cream Day,” 12 ice cream makers will showcase their favorite products, alongside survey findings from 8,192 people nationwide
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The venue program for “Winter Aipaku® Premium TOKYO 2026” has been announced. On November 15, the 10th anniversary of “Winter Ice Cream Day,” 22 favorite ice cream products from 12 sponsors will be featured. The findings of “Winter Ice Cream Report 2026,” based on a survey of 8,192 people nationwide, will also be unveiled for the first time at a press preview.
A new plan for a day trip! A day-use plan featuring sauna and BBQ is now available at the private villa IZA近江舞子, with a 4-hour “Full Enjoyment Plan” and a 2-hour “Sauna Plan”
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株式会社LDKプロジェクト has launched weekday-only day-use plans at IZA近江舞子 in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. The options are a 4-hour “Full Enjoyment Plan” and a 2-hour “Sauna Plan,” with extras such as BBQ and bonfires also available.
Japan Tax Education Council partners with certified public accountant and tax accountant Kei Hagiwara to broaden learning that connects tax and society and foster tax accountants who support corporate growth
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一般社団法人日本税育協議会 is partnering with certified public accountant and tax accountant Kei Hagiwara to deepen understanding of tax and foster tax accountants who support corporate growth.
Facts
We will advance our activities around the following 4 pillars
Born in Osaka in 1977
Registered as a certified public accountant in 2009
Registered as a tax accountant in 2014, and in the same year
First elected to the Ibaraki City Council in 2017
Reelected in 2021
In 2024, became a member of the House of Representatives
Crisc Asia opens Okinawa office to attract foreign visitors to Okinawa and support local companies’ expansion into Asia
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株式会社クリスクアジア opened an Okinawa office on September 1, 2026, offering digital marketing support targeting foreign visitors to Okinawa and assistance for local companies expanding into Southeast Asian and East Asian markets.
Facts
More than 3 million followers in total
More than 1.3 million video views
Approximately 14,000 likes, shares and comments in total
〈milktouch〉A special “Mascara x Eye Glitter Set,” featuring delicate pearls that shimmer dreamily and perfect for the holiday season, goes on sale in limited quantities from Friday, November 6!
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株式会社オリーブインターナショナル will release the limited-edition “Iconic Long Mascara Special Set” for the holiday season online on November 6, 2026, from Korean cosmetics brand “milktouch,” whose muse is TWICE’s JIHYO.
Facts
Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
Capacity: Mascara 8 g
Eye glitter 3.1 g
To be released online in limited quantities on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026.
JET announces first Japan tour in 9 years! Special tour featuring debut album GET BORN to be held in Osaka and Tokyo!
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Australian rock band JET will hold its first Japan tour in 9 years, featuring its 2003 debut album GET BORN, in Osaka and Tokyo in March 2027. The tour, titled JET JAPAN TOUR “GET BORN” 2027, has been announced. Ticket preorders are now open through e+.
Facts
First Japan tour in 9 years
In Mar. 2027
Released in 2003
Sold more than 6.5 million copies worldwide
Commemorating the 20th anniversary of its release
Standing room: ¥12,000 (tax included)
Reserved seating (Tokyo show only): ¥13,000 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：JET、株式会社 ヒップランドミュージックコーポレーション、HIP LAND MUSIC、Toshi Maeda Australia、e+、Eleven: A Music Company、ARIA Awards、ARIA Hall of Fame、フジロックフェスティバル、日本武道館
[Nov. 1–15 only] “50% off when you buy 2 or more bottoms or dresses” campaign underway at エコスタイル Hamamatsu Irino store!
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A campaign offering 50% off purchases of 2 or more bottoms and dresses is underway at エコスタイル Hamamatsu Irino store, operated by 株式会社スタンディングポイント, from Nov. 1 through 15, 2026.
Are sales promotions boosting revenue but leaving no profit? Free guide to year-end promotions and profit improvement for cosmetics e-commerce now available
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株式会社くるみバディ has released a free white paper on year-end promotions and profit improvement for cosmetics e-commerce. It explains how to separate sales from expenses, prioritize sales, gift and repeat-purchase initiatives, and make use of AI data.
Official fan community for men’s volleyball player Tomohiro Yamamoto opens using fan communication platform FaveConnect!
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株式会社日テレWands has launched an official supporters’ club for Tomohiro Yamamoto, a player on Japan’s men’s national volleyball team, using the fan communication platform FaveConnect.
Popular careers ranking for October 2026 announced by the 13歳のハローワーク公式サイト (13hw)!
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The 13歳のハローワーク公式サイト, operated by 株式会社幻冬舎 and 株式会社トップアスリート, has announced its popular careers ranking for October 2026. Professional athlete ranked No. 1, and the TOP20, based on factors including page views, was compiled from a total of 1,037 occupations.
Merry’s 25th-anniversary concert “-Many Merry Days- Grand Finale” to be broadcast live exclusively on ニコニコ生放送 from 17:00 on Saturday, Nov. 7! Opening portion available for free
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Merry’s 25th-anniversary concert finale will be broadcast live exclusively on ニコニコ生放送, operated by 株式会社ドワンゴ, on Nov. 7, 2026. The opening portion will be available to watch for free.
sukekiyo members to appear live! Special program looking back on the tour “愛、飢えてます。殺滅” to air on ニコニコ生放送 from 21:00 on Wednesday, Nov. 11!
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Members of sukekiyo will appear live in a special program looking back on the band’s tour “愛、飢えてます。殺滅,” airing on ニコニコ生放送 at 21:00 on Nov. 11, 2026. The first half will be free, while the second half will be for premium members only.
Latest work from popular author 道造! A road fantasy of encounters and farewells, following the retired hero who defeated the Demon King and the witch on their honeymoon in old age! New GCノベルズ title 悠久の魔女と不朽の剣 １ to be released on Dec. 25!
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マイクロマガジン社 will release the road fantasy 悠久の魔女と不朽の剣 1, written by 道造 and illustrated by 桑島黎音, on Dec. 25, 2026.
Featuring its first-ever appearance of DTAS DAC mini and the new flagship A8000DC! Visit the final booth at 秋のヘッドフォン祭2026 this weekend
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株式会社final will exhibit at 秋のヘッドフォン祭2026 on Nov. 7, 2026, showcasing and offering listening sessions for its new flagship earphones A8000 DC, the DTAS DAC mini prototype, new DITA models and more.
Free security check of your website and email just by entering your website URL
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株式会社スイノワ has released セキュリティカルテ, a free tool for business owners and administrative and web staff to check the public settings of their websites and email. Enter a URL to see a score and recommended improvements. According to a survey by MM総研, there were 346 information leak incidents in Japan in the past 3 months.
FREAK’S STORE operator (株)デイトナ・インターナショナル signs a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with 北捷遊憩事業股份有限公司 (Taipei Metro Recreation Co., Ltd.).
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株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with 北捷遊憩事業股份有限公司, which handles leisure businesses related to the Taipei Metro, to promote collaboration on enhancing brand value, tourism promotion and other areas.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
FREAK’S STORE 40th anniversary
Companies mentioned：株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル、(株)デイトナ・インターナショナル、北捷遊憩事業股份有限公司、Taipei Metro Recreation Co., Ltd.、臺北大眾捷運股份有限公司
株式会社ニホンノチカラ representative 福本拓元 speaks at Nagano Prefecture’s Matsukawa High School “Classroom Connected to Society”
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福本拓元, representative of 株式会社ニホンノチカラ, gave a special lesson on entrepreneurship on Nov. 4, 2026, as part of Matsukawa High School’s educational program “Classroom Connected to Society” in Nagano Prefecture.
Episode 5 synopsis and preview images for the TV anime 朱色の仮面, animated by 100studio, airing at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7!
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The synopsis and preview images for Episode 5 of the TV anime 朱色の仮面, produced by 100studio, have been released. The episode will air on the evening of Nov. 7.
Facts
5:30 p.m.
Episode 5 synopsis
Saturday, October 10, 2026
The second cour begins airing in April 2027
Established in May 2021
Established: March 14, 2018
Companies mentioned：株式会社HIKE、100studio、少年画報社、読売テレビ、日本テレビ、TVer、ytv MyDo!、ABEMA、ニコニコ生放送、ABEMAプレミアム、DMM TV、dアニメストア、dアニメストア for Prime Video、dアニメストア for LINEマンガ、dアニメストア ニコニコ支店、FOD、Hulu、J:COM STREAM、Lemino、milplus、Prime Video、TELASA、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、バンダイチャンネル、ふらっと動画、Google TV、HAPPY!動画、ｍilplus、music.jp、カンテレドーガ、ニコニコチャンネル、ビデオマーケット、ビデックス、スタジオ・ルーファス、ハイパーボール、アニモキャラメル、editz
[Limited-time sale] Novilla’s “Lavender” pocket coil mattress is 35% off, bringing the scent of natural lavender to your bedroom.
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Sweet Night Innovation JP株式会社 has published product information and details of a limited-time 35% off sale for global bedding brand Novilla’s “Lavender” pocket coil mattress, featuring a natural lavender scent and a thickness of 22cm.
Facts
More than 130 countries and regions worldwide
Has production facilities in 4 locations worldwide
Annual mattress sales exceed 1.4 million units
Loved by more than 10 million households and customers worldwide
Obtained 5 international certifications and related qualifications
Novilla “Lavender” 22cm pocket coil mattress
180N high-resilience support design
Product weight: approx. 16.1kg
Package weight: approx. 18.37kg
Discount: 35% off
Regular price: 19,900 yen (tax included)
Sale price: 12,935 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Sweet Night Innovation JP株式会社、Novilla、Avenco、Amazon
[TAC Bookkeeping Examination Course] The “Level 1 Advanced Comprehensive Course for Passing” begins, targeting success in June 2027!
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TAC株式会社 is launching its “Level 1 Advanced Comprehensive Course for Passing,” which targets success in the Level 1 bookkeeping examination in June 2027. Designed for learners with prior experience, the course offers a review from fundamentals to advanced topics, covers the “Accounting Standard for Revenue Recognition,” and includes a congratulatory bonus for passing.
[TAC Civil Service Exam] Up to 11,000 yen off eligible courses! “Fall Discount Campaign Part 2” underway (through Nov. 30)—the sooner you sign up, the better the deal!
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TAC株式会社 is running its “Fall Discount Campaign Part 2” for courses targeting the 2027 civil service examinations. Eligible courses are up to 11,000 yen off through November 30. It is also offering the “Civil Service Trial Pack,” which lets users try Web lectures for free.
Co-hosting “LEGENDUS SHAKA ONE 2026,” organized by SHAKA of the “ZETA DIVISION” CREATOR division!
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GLOE株式会社 is co-hosting “LEGENDUS SHAKA ONE 2026,” a go-kart event organized by SHAKA, a creator affiliated with ZETA DIVISION. The event will be held on November 14, 2026.
“LEGENDUS SHAKA ONE 2026,” organized by SHAKA of the “ZETA DIVISION” CREATOR division, confirmed!
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GANYMEDE株式会社 and GLOE株式会社 announced that they will jointly hold “LEGENDUS SHAKA ONE 2026,” a go-kart event organized by SHAKA, a creator affiliated with ZETA DIVISION, on November 14, 2026.
[Amazon Smile Sale] High-performance Android tablet “RebotAi AG11” is 34% off! Model with UNISOC T7300, 90Hz and Android 16 now 20,999 yen
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RebotAi is selling the Android 16 tablet “RebotAi AG11” on Amazon during the Smile Sale for 20,999 yen, about 34% off its regular price of 31,999 yen. The model is equipped with UNISOC T7300, and the sale runs from November 4 to 12, 2026.
Facts
¥20,999
31,999 yen
34% off
11,000 yen off
8,000mAh
Companies mentioned：Shenzhen Yipuda Digital Technology Co., Ltd.、RebotAi、UNISOC、Amazon、Google
[Kyushu companies are turning their attention to Taiwan!] “Overseas Business Expo 2026 Kyushu” closes to overwhelming success: event report on an energetic venue where 94% of attendees were eager to return
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“Overseas Business Expo 2026 Kyushu,” operated by 株式会社Resorz, was held at the Fukuoka International Congress Center and welcomed 504 attendees. Taiwan was the leading choice among countries being considered for expansion, and 94% of attendees said they hoped to return next year.
Facts
504 attendees
94.0% of attendees said, “I would like to attend again next year”
High average satisfaction score of 7.5 points
About 80% of companies have yet to begin full-scale overseas expansion
Strategic partnership agreement signed with Energy Vault on battery energy storage system supply and business collaboration
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株式会社パワーエックス has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Energy Vault Japan株式会社 covering the supply of battery energy storage systems for the U.S. market and collaboration on battery storage and data center businesses in Japan, the U.S., Australia and other markets.
Facts
Supply of up to 1.5 GWh※
Deployment in the U.S. in 2027
New grid-scale battery storage installations in 2026 reached a record 24 GW
Appointment of directors and others at Toyo Keizai Inc.
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株式会社東洋経済新報社 reported that its board of directors provisionally approved candidates for the proposals to appoint directors and others to be submitted to the 135th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders, at a board meeting held on October 28, 2026.
Responding to growing demand for “pet disaster preparedness”: BLUETTI expands the lineup of its “AORA mini series”
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BLUETTI JAPAN株式会社 will unveil its new portable power station products, “AORA 30 mini” and “AORA 200 mini,” from the “AORA mini series” in Japan for the first time on November 5, 2026, addressing needs including “pet disaster preparedness.”
Facts
To be unveiled in Japan for the first time on Thursday, November 5, 2026
“AORA 30 mini,” weighing approx. 3.3kg
“AORA 200 mini” with 2,010Wh
Of the 119 evacuation shelters
Pets were confirmed to be allowed to evacuate with their owners at 56 locations
15% of shelters said they had space where pets could be kept indoors
The lightest in the industry※ in the 300Wh class
The unit has a volume of just 4.3L
It is approximately 32% smaller than products in the same capacity class
USB-C bidirectional cable supporting up to 140W
Equipped with a total of 7 output ports
Also supports home appliances rated up to 600W
Weighs approximately 18.8kg
Volume reduced by approximately 19%
Weight also reduced by approximately 22%
Supports home appliances rated up to 3,000W
Equipped with a total of 10 output ports
For a 1,200W microwave
approximately 1.25 hours
For a 1,000W rice cooker
Can be used for approximately 1.5 hours
Solar input of up to 1,000W
Supports AC input of 1,500W
Equipped with a 12V/30A Anderson high-current DC output
Suggested retail price: ¥38,653 (tax included)
Capacity: 288Wh
Rated output: 300W
Approximately 46 minutes to charge to 80% via AC input
Cycle life: 6,000 or more cycles
Rated output: 1,500W
Approximately 76 minutes to charge to 80% via AC input
Trust株式会社 begins offering “Web Application Vulnerability Assessment Service,” which uses AI to assess vulnerabilities from Java source code
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Trust株式会社 began offering its “Web Application Vulnerability Assessment Service,” which uses AI to assess vulnerabilities from Java source code, on November 5.
A media tasting event for 「炭火焼肉屋さかい」 will be held at the Shizuoka Kakegawa restaurant on Wednesday, November 18
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「炭火焼肉屋さかい」, operated by 株式会社焼肉坂井ホールディングス, will reopen its Shizuoka Kakegawa restaurant on November 20, and will hold a media tasting event ahead of the reopening on November 18.
「池袋満月祭2026」 to be held at Ikebukuro West Exit Park on Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, 29
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「池袋満月祭2026」 will be held at Ikebukuro West Exit Park on November 28 and 29, featuring Chinese songs and dances, tokusatsu and anime song performances, Chinese cuisine, and more.
The E34 Oita Expressway marks 30 years since opening along its entire route
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NEXCO西日本九州支社 announced a review of the benefits of the E34 Oita Expressway and an event at Yamada SA to mark 30 years since the expressway opened along its entire route.
小諸蒸留所, operated by 軽井沢蒸留酒製造株式会社, will release its first single malt, “KOMORO ORIGIN,” on November 7, 2026. It has signed a whisky tourism promotion agreement with 西武ホールディングス and also announced a partnership with シンガポール航空.
Manufacturing-focused DRBFM/FTA/FMEA quality-check AI Agent Platform “DR Agent” surpasses 20 companies in verification, primarily major domestic firms. AI identifies defect risks to help shorten development cycles
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株式会社EpicAI announced that the number of companies verifying its manufacturing-focused quality-check AI Agent Platform, “DR Agent,” has surpassed 20, primarily among major domestic firms. The platform aims to shorten development cycles and enhance quality by identifying defect risks and accelerating DRBFM generation.
Facts
Number of companies verifying the platform surpasses 20
‘Speaking Jazz 2026,’ an event aiming for international solidarity through jazz, co-hosted by 国際連合大学 and ブルーノート・ジャパン
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国際連合大学 and ブルーノート・ジャパン will co-host “Speaking Jazz 2026” on Nov. 18, 2026. The theme is “Peace and Multicultural Understanding.” Performers will include Kenny Barron, Chris Walden, Junko Onishi and Seiichi Saito, with Miu Sakamoto as moderator.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
Doors open at 18:30
Original19:00開演
20:00– Reception
Note: Scheduled to end at 21:00
General registration period (lottery): Friday, Nov. 6
– Nov. 9 (Mon.), 23:59
Details will be sent by email by the end of Nov. 11 (Wed.)
The Airlist series, featuring sleek, flat lids and soft silicone handles that feel gentle to the touch, welcomes 2 new models, designed with an emphasis on light weight and style.
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株式会社アトラス launched 2 new products in its ultra-light slim mug bottle series, Airlist—a flat model and a model with a handle—on Nov. 4, 2026.
株式会社YORISOI analyzes customer acquisition challenges at 21 recruitment agencies, supporting interview bookings and applicant response during the launch phase
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株式会社YORISOI compiled interview findings from 21 recruitment agencies that contacted the company in October 2026, organizing challenges related to attracting job seekers. Industry research and proprietary data point to rising customer acquisition costs and the burden of responding to applicants as key challenges. YORISOI will support interview bookings and the development of operational systems through the use of “送客くん” and “採用くん.”
Facts
21 recruitment agencies
Median: ¥25,000
Median: approximately 12%
32,751 establishments in fiscal 2025
An increase of 1,265 establishments
An increase of approximately 4.0%
Securing job seekers: 81.8%
Median: ¥1.4 million
10 interviews attended
Monthly interviews attended increased from 10 to 80
New MONCLER (モンクレール) down jackets for Fall/Winter 2026 arrive. Pop-up stores to open sequentially at 4 トゥモローランド stores nationwide from Thursday, Nov. 5
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トゥモローランド will hold pop-up stores featuring MONCLER’s new Fall/Winter 2026 down jackets at 4 locations nationwide, beginning Nov. 5.
[New launch in Japan] New fragrance “Saint James 1684” from British royal warrant holder D.R.HARRIS to go on presale at VULCANIZE LONDON and the official online store
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株式会社イー・エフ・インターナショナル will launch “Saint James 1684,” a new fragrance from British royal warrant holder D.R.HARRIS, in Japan. Presales will begin at VULCANIZE LONDON and the official online store on Nov. 6, followed by a nationwide launch on Dec. 30, 2026.
Facts
From Friday, Nov. 6
Nationwide launch begins on Dec. 30, 2026
Saint James 1684
Founded in 1790
In 1938, the Queen Mother
D.R.HARRIS products totaling ¥5,000 (tax included) or more
[Horimiya 15th Anniversary POP UP SHOP] Third-wave merchandise and giveaway details revealed! Tokyo venue entry information also announced!
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Details of the third wave of merchandise and giveaways, along with the schedule, have been announced for a pop-up shop celebrating the 15th anniversary of “Horimiya.” Entry to the Tokyo venue will require advance reservations through the LINE app. “Horimiya CAFE Katagiri High School Cultural Festival” is also underway or scheduled to take place in Tokyo and Osaka.
マックスマーラ to hold “Max Mara 75 Years : The Art of Making,” a pop-up store celebrating the brand’s 75th anniversary, at 5 locations nationwide
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マックスマーラ will hold the pop-up store “Max Mara 75 Years : The Art of Making” to celebrate its 75th anniversary, at 5 locations nationwide and its Omotesando store.
Expanding in-home appliance purchasing services in Ichikawa City｜買取マクサス市川本八幡店, a recycle shop, rolls out a full-scale advance bulk appraisal service for multiple appliances
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The recycle shop 買取マクサス市川本八幡店 in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture, operated by 株式会社わたるコーポレーション, is expanding its in-home purchasing services and rolling out a full-scale advance bulk appraisal service for multiple appliances, including refrigerators and washing machines.
New ABEMA show “Saraba’s Legal Auction”: 8 cast members, including Saraba Seishun no Hikari’s Tetsuya Morita as host in a forbidden money game that turns personal connections into cash; Saraba Seishun no Hikari’s Higashibukuro and Anna Murashige among the buyers
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ABEMA will begin airing the new show “Saraba’s Legal Auction” on Nov. 11, 2026. Hosted by Tetsuya Morita, the show sees 8 cast members use their personal connections to source products and compete over the winning bid. The prize is 1 million yen.
Facts
Nov. 11, 2026
8 episodes in total
Every Wednesday
Prize money of 1,000,000 yen
4 teams, 8 people
Companies mentioned：株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、AbemaTV, Inc.
“Nick,” a character from the Disney animated film Zootopia, arrives in Card Connect!
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株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス is offering card designs featuring lines from Nick Wilde, a character in the Disney animated film Zootopia, in the amusement-arcade card-printing game Card Connect, ahead of “Good Nick Day” on Nov. 29.
The Sabre and Sentinel series, designed for freeriding in snowy mountains, are updated with greater durability and a modern fit
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アークテリクス has updated its Sabre and Sentinel series for freeriding in snowy mountains, delivering greater durability and a modern fit. It will also launch the “SNOW WEAR GUIDE” web feature, offering advice on choosing snowwear, on Nov. 5, 2026, and hold Japan’s first “ARC'TERYX ACADEMY” in Hakuba, Nagano Prefecture, in January 2027.
This winter, give a moment of quiet and comfort with Byaku’s fragrances.
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合同会社Byaku will launch a winter gift offer on Nov. 14, 2026, allowing recipients to choose from 4 fragrances. A joint study with 龍谷大学 is investigating the effects of sandalwood fragrance on falling asleep.
Facts
From Nov. 14, 2026
4 organic mists
3 gift options let recipients try and choose a fragrance
Online gacha service オンガチャ marks its 1st anniversary! User registrations surpass 100,000; new media outlet オンガチャニュース launched
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株式会社Goodwill, operator of the online gacha service オンガチャ, has launched the entertainment news outlet オンガチャニュース to mark the service’s 1st anniversary and surpassing 100,000 registered users.
A premium version arrives from the bestselling “Koisuru Oshiri”!
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株式会社ペリカン石鹸 will launch the premium product “Koi Koi Suru Oshiri,” with 150% of the usual amount of buttock-care ingredients, at ドン・キホーテ from Nov. 2, 2026, as part of the 10th-anniversary celebration of “Koisuru Oshiri,” which has sold more than 14 million units.
Facts
The series has sold a total of 14 million units
Buttock-care ingredients: 150% of the previous amount
Sake from voice actor Yoshino Nanjo and a Kyoto brewery with ties to her! New product “Koezake feat. Nanjo Yoshino,” featuring plenty of heartfelt voice recordings, opens for reservations on Sunday, Nov. 8!
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株式会社Hot Pod will begin accepting reservations on Nov. 8, 2026, for “Koezake feat. Nanjo Yoshino,” a sake collaboration between voice actor Yoshino Nanjo and the Kyoto brewery 山本本家. The set lets drinkers compare a sweet and a dry sake, and costs 15,000 yen (before tax).
Facts
Nov. 8, 2026
720ml
2 bottles
15,000 yen
50 winners
1677
Companies mentioned：株式会社Hot Pod、株式会社山本本家、山本本家、声酒・音酒ショップ、鳥せい、fripSide、VOICEKIT Official Channel
【The chart is breathing Niagara】Reservations open for a Niagara beer mug and craft cola to enhance your enjoyment of the TV anime “FX Fighter Kurumi-chan”
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株式会社アクリルコンプレックス has opened reservations for a Niagara beer mug and craft cola inspired by the world of the TV anime “FX Fighter Kurumi-chan.”
【JA共済連秋田 presents: Waku Waku!! Sports Park】Pokémon Card mini-games and hands-on event held
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株式会社マルチプル set up a hands-on Pokémon Card booth at “JA共済連秋田 presents: Waku Waku!! Sports Park,” held at Akita Telsa on Oct. 18, 2026, with activities including rock-paper-scissors and ring toss.
There were 149,853 working dental hygienists, up 3.2% from 2 years earlier, and 31,750 dental technicians, down 3.6%. The figures are as of the end of 2024. Akihiro Yuguchi, director of Sapporo dental clinic ユアーズデンタルクリニック, analyzed the data.
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ユアーズデンタルクリニック, operated by 医療法人令徳会, analyzed the number of working dental hygienists and dental technicians as of the end of 2024, based on data from 厚生労働省. There were 149,853 dental hygienists, up 3.2% year over year, and 31,750 dental technicians, down 3.6%.
Facts
149,853 people
31,750 people
End of 2024
Companies mentioned：医療法人令徳会、ユアーズデンタルクリニック、厚生労働省、e-Stat、Save Your Teeth.
“Franchises” picked by generative AI: おそうじ本舗 ranks No. 1 with a 36.5% mention rate【October 2026 survey】
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In a survey of franchises by generative AI conducted in October 2026 by 株式会社ブランディングワークス, おそうじ本舗 ranked No. 1 with a 36.5% mention rate. ChatGPT named ローソン No. 1, while Gemini named おそうじ本舗.
Free Word templates for “job offer notices” and “job offer acceptance forms” for new graduates, with explanations of required information, sending schedules and legal status【採用の名人】
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ビューイング株式会社 has released free Word templates for “job offer notices” and “job offer acceptance forms” for human resources staff handling new graduate recruitment.
Facts
From Oct. 1 of the graduation or completion year onward
‘Speaking Jazz 2026,’ an event aiming for international solidarity through jazz, co-hosted by 国際連合大学 and ブルーノート・ジャパン
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国際連合大学 and ブルーノート・ジャパン will jointly hold “Speaking Jazz 2026” in November 2026, an event seeking to foster international solidarity through jazz. Its theme is “Peace and Multicultural Understanding.”
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
Doors open at 18:30
Starts at 19:00
20:00– Reception
Note: Scheduled to end at 21:00
General reception period (lottery): Friday, Nov. 6
– Monday, Nov. 9, 23:59
We will send you the information by email during Nov. 11.
エコスタイル Hamamatsu Irino store marks 6th anniversary with community cleanup
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The エコスタイル Hamamatsu Irino store, operated by 株式会社スタンディングポイント, held a community cleanup around the store on Oct. 22, 2026, to mark its 6th anniversary.
How many months does it take to bring a grid-scale battery storage facility online after construction begins? Webinar examines construction timelines by project size
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ジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar on construction timelines for grid-scale battery storage facilities in early December 2026. It will explain that small-scale projects (2MW/8MWh) take about 6 months, while large-scale projects (67MW/230.1MWh) require about 1 year and 8 months, and that voltage class and connection procedures affect construction schedules.