# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-06 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 2 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1016 items from 10 sources; Taiwan, 212 items from 11 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## On-the-ground report from “HR Tech Conference 2026” in Las Vegas released

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000266.000030026.html
- anchor: #n3758859
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハッカズーク、Anthropic、株式会社レイン

株式会社ハッカズーク has released a report on its participation in the “HR Technology Conference & Exposition 2026” in Las Vegas. The report covers the deeper integration of AI into HR operations, including system layering through A2A integration, examples of automated recruitment processes, and the keynote by Anthropic.

Facts:
- From October 19 to 22, 2026
- A case completed in 24 hours
- From “5 days”
- Reduced to “32 minutes”
- One in 4 applicants
- Since its founding in 2017
- In October 2024

## ミガロホールディングスの子会社DXYZの顔認証IDプラットフォーム「FreeiD」大和地所レジデンスの新築分譲マンション「ザ・ヴェレーナグラン横浜」に導入

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000418.000130175.html
- anchor: #n3758860
- Companies mentioned: ミガロホールディングス株式会社、DXYZ株式会社、大和地所レジデンス株式会社

FreeiD, a facial recognition ID platform developed by DXYZ, a subsidiary of ミガロホールディングス, will be introduced at 大和地所レジデンス’ new condominium “ザ・ヴェレーナグラン横浜.”

Facts:
- 61 units in total
- Completion scheduled for January 2028
- Move-ins scheduled to begin in February
- FreeiD installed in 480 completed buildings

## “Fluffy body, barely holding it together mentally”: Thai-born character “Kolderdog,” from the edge of the scene, makes its Japan debut in winter 2026

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000019746.html
- anchor: #n3758861
- Companies mentioned: 日販アイ・ピー・エス株式会社、Kad Kokoa Chocolate & Baked Sweets、centralwOrld、Garcon Dept、ODS Store

日販アイ・ピー・エス株式会社 will begin selling merchandise featuring the Thai character “Kolderdog” in Japan in winter 2026, with a limited-time sale at the Ryogoku cafe “Kad Kokoa” starting November 27.

Facts:
- Winter 2026
- 33 varieties in total
- Nov. 27, 2026
- Dec. 6
- 3,905 yen
- 1,650 yen each
- 440 yen each
- 1,485 yen each
- 1,760 yen
- 2,200 yen
- １億円
- 83 people

## Interview about 株式会社スマイル企画’s adoption of “M&A Sourcing AI” released

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000163771.html
- anchor: #n3758863
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハジメバ、株式会社スマイル企画

株式会社ハジメバ has released an interview about 株式会社スマイル企画’s adoption of M&A Sourcing AI. The company cut its initial review time from approximately 15 hours to approximately 3 hours per month, improving operational efficiency and accelerating decision-making.

Facts:
- Reviewing 20–30 deals each month
- Approximately 15 hours per month
- Approximately 3 hours

## Givery releases “Soft Skills and Mindset Standards 2026,” defining the soft skills required in the AI era

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000422.000002454.html
- anchor: #n3758862
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギブリー、経済産業省、IPA、世界経済フォーラム、World Economic Forum、WEF

株式会社ギブリー has released “Soft Skills and Mindset Standards 2026,” a framework for soft skills required in the AI era, and begun offering an AI interview-based skills assessment aligned with the standards.

Facts:
- 現在の労働者に求められるスキルの約4割（39%）が変化すると予測されています
- Objectively visualize soft skills across 10 categories
- Defined through 30 evaluation criteria
- Each category is rated on a 5-point scale
- More than 650 companies have adopted the service
- More than 1 million skilled talent records
- A track record of more than 10,000 test and educational content items
- Supported a cumulative total of 4,000 companies
- Supported more than 1,000 companies in the generative AI field

## Experience the colors and comfort created by 3D printing in store. Products from lifestyle brand QUQU arrive at STARAY stores [APPLE TREE株式会社]

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000278.000030909.html
- anchor: #n3758864
- Companies mentioned: APPLE TREE株式会社、株式会社積彩、QUQU、STARAY

APPLE TREE株式会社 began selling products from 株式会社積彩's lifestyle brand QUQU and 3D-printed footwear brand STARAY on Nov. 6, 2026, at STARAY Yurakucho Marui and Namba Parks stores, as well as online.

Facts:
- From Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- 19,800 yen (tax included)
- 8,250 yen (tax included)
- 8,800 yen (tax included)

## バーガーキング® surpasses 400 locations nationwide! Opens its first location in Fukushima Prefecture! A total of 16 new locations are opening at once from November through mid-December, including イオンモール伊達店 in Date, Fukushima Prefecture, opening Nov. 27! Accelerating expansion toward 600 stores in 2028!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000442.000038980.html
- anchor: #n3758865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーケー・ジャパン、バーガーキング®、イオンモール伊達店、ロピア、そよらひたち野うしく、アピタ、メガドン・キホーテUNY、西友、ハンビー

株式会社ビーケー・ジャパン opened 16 new locations nationwide between November and mid-December 2026, bringing the number of バーガーキング® locations nationwide to more than 401. The company is accelerating expansion toward a goal of 600 stores by the end of 2028.

Facts:
- 401 locations nationwide
- 600 locations nationwide
- More than 32,800 total entries

## [Industry-academia collaboration] High school girls spearhead a film promotion campaign — 渋谷女子インターナショナルスクール × 松竹株式会社

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000031838.html
- anchor: #n3758866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MRA、渋谷女子インターナショナルスクール、松竹株式会社、トムス・エンタテインメント、第6スタジオ、集英社、RECA Records、らくのうマザーズ、WEBザテレビジョン

渋谷女子インターナショナルスクール and 松竹株式会社 carried out an industry-academia collaboration project to promote the animated film “To You Who Are in a Place Farther Away Than Anywhere Else.” A student organizing committee planned and ran a preview screening and shared posts on social media as part of promotional activities ahead of the film's release.

Facts:
- 4 members of the preview screening committee
- Release date: Oct. 9, 2026
- The 22nd Japan Booksellers' Award
- Founded: 1895 (Meiji 28)

## Kyoto's SOAN aims to be a “small design museum of food culture.” “A Laboratory for Exploring Deliciousness,” designed to offer new ways to encounter food culture, is now open.

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000120099.html
- anchor: #n3758867
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人リリース、SOAN、そ/s/KAWAHIGASHI、Restaurant MOTOÏ、cenci、里山文庫

SOAN, operated by 一般社団法人リリース, opened in November 2025 and aims to be a “small design museum of food culture.” As “A Laboratory for Exploring Deliciousness,” the facility offers a place to explore food culture through 4 entry points: FOOD, TOOLS, LEARNING, and JOURNEY. The LEARNING series, in particular, features multiple travel programs.

Facts:
- Since opening in November 2025
- Has visited all 47 prefectures
- Oct. 14, 2026 (Wed.), 19:00–21:30
- Dec. 9, 2026 (Wed.), 19:00–21:30
- Feb. 10, 2027 (Wed.), 19:00–21:30
- Apr. 14, 2027 (Wed.), 19:00–21:30
- Sept. 9, 2026 (Wed.), 19:00–21:00
- Nov. 9, 2026 (Mon.), 19:00–21:00
- Oct. 22, 2026 (Thu.), 18:30–20:30

## STELLA launches Narrative, a workspace where AI agents and people create documents together

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192560.html
- anchor: #n3759724
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STELLA、Claude Code、Codex

株式会社STELLA launched Narrative on Nov. 6, 2026, a workspace where AI agents and people collaborate to create documents. The Mac app is free for basic use, connects to Claude Code and Codex, and supports creating and editing slide decks as well as exporting them to PowerPoint and PDF.

Facts:
- Nov. 6, 2026
- 51.9 million yen

## Turn your child's “I want this” into a presentation. App for elementary school students “ライロジ” officially launches on Nov. 1

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193289.html
- anchor: #n3759723
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Space R、株式会社リロクラブ

株式会社Space R officially launched ライロジ, an app for elementary school students focused on critical thinking and financial education, on Nov. 1, 2026. It also became available on Nov. 6 of the same year to members of the employee benefits service operated by 株式会社リロクラブ.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Nov. 6, 2026
- The first 90 days
- 570 yen per month (tax included)
- More than 3,000 questions in total
- For up to 4 children

## See, touch, experience, and discover future careers! Reiwa 8 fiscal year “Factory Tours & Hands-on Learning: Monozukuri Experience Workshops” for 5th- and 6th-grade elementary school students and their guardians

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193304.html
- anchor: #n3759722
- Companies mentioned: 東京都職業能力開発協会、三絃司きくおか、株式会社トミテック、糀屋三郎右衛門、株式会社NTTアド

東京都職業能力開発協会 will hold “Monozukuri Experience Workshops,” offering factory tours and hands-on learning in 3 courses: traditional crafts, metalworking, and food, for 5th- and 6th-grade elementary school students and their guardians. Participation is free.

Facts:
- Reiwa 8 fiscal year
- 5th- and 6th-grade elementary school students
- Free admission
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
- Saturday, Jan. 9, 2027
- Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027
- 2026年11月30日（月）17：00まで
- 1 guardian
- Up to 2 elementary school students
- Up to 3 people

## “The 33-Year-Old Single Female Knight Captain.” to be adapted into an anime in celebration of its 10th anniversary! Commemorative music video also released

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000034227.html
- anchor: #n3759721
- Companies mentioned: デジタル職人株式会社、株式会社BookLive

デジタル職人株式会社 announced that BookLive's manga series “The 33-Year-Old Single Female Knight Captain.” will be adapted into an anime to mark the 10th anniversary of its serialization. The announcement will be accompanied by the release of a logo and character designs, a commemorative music video, and the launch of official social media accounts.

Facts:
- The 33-Year-Old Single Female Knight Captain
- Collected volume 4

## AI animation production service “POPPIXS アニメ版” releases video and audio reference features

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000187393.html
- anchor: #n3759720
- Companies mentioned: ユーナメディアパートナー株式会社、POPPIXS

ユーナメディアパートナー株式会社 released video and audio reference features for its AI animation production service “POPPIXS アニメ版” on Nov. 5, 2026, and will give 500 coins to new registrants.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
- 500 coins
- Through Nov. 30, 2026
- Up to 30 seconds
- Up to 15 seconds
- For 30 days from the date of receipt

## [Maple Chogokin, Dandy Sakano, Sugi-chan, and Go☆Jas appear] Report on the “Let's Recycle Ink Project” announcement event

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000027261.html
- anchor: #n3759719
- Companies mentioned: ジット株式会社、NPO法人ジット会「たいよう」

ジット株式会社 held a project announcement event on Oct. 20, 2026, to mark “Recycling Day.” Its ambassadors, Maple Chogokin, and comedian guests appeared to share the company's recycling initiatives and history.

Facts:
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- 10th anniversary of the advertising contract
- A product first developed and commercialized worldwide by ジット in 1997
- Ranked No. 1 in domestic production volume for ジット in 2010
- Founded in 1991
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Number of employees: 64

## Touch it and it curls up. Meet Haririn, the hedgehog plush that curls up when touched, available for presale on Makuake starting Nov. 6

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000174706.html
- anchor: #n3759718
- Companies mentioned: ポラリスワン株式会社、Makuake、yadori.

ポラリスワン株式会社 began presales on Makuake on Nov. 6, 2026, for Haririn, a touch-responsive hedgehog plush from its own brand yadori.

Facts:
- About 17 cm
- Nov. 6, 2026
- ¥9,350 (tax included)
- Through the end of January 2027

## [First in Oyama] バーガーキング to open on Monday, Nov. 30, 2026; indoor kids' playland to open in spring 2027

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000179049.html
- anchor: #n3759717
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KJRマネジメント、日本都市ファンド投資法人、バーガーキング、BURGER KING、ベニマル、ヨークベニマル、スーパービバホーム、ケーズデンキ、スポーツデポ、ユニクロ、GU、無印良品、カルディ、KALDI、ローカスト、LOCUST、アエナ、AENA、コカ、coca、ミスタードーナツ、ゴンチャ、WEGO、RIM、KKRグループ、ＫＪＲＭホールディングス、ＫＪＲマネジメント、ＫＪＲＭプライベートソリューションズ

バーガーキング will open on Nov. 30, 2026, at Oyama Harvest Walk, a shopping center in Oyama, Tochigi Prefecture, owned by 日本都市ファンド投資法人. An indoor kids' playland, Kids Land, will also open in spring 2027.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 30, 2026
- Spring 2027
- Approximately 70 stores
- From February 2027 onward
- 1475 Kisawa, Oyama, Tochigi Prefecture
- Approximately 2,000 vehicles
- April 1960
- March 2005
- March 2007
- April 2014
- October 2017
- 2025
- 2026
- 2000
- 2022
- 159 properties
- Approximately ¥1.3331 trillion
- As of October 30, 2026

## Workplace policies alone cannot prevent people from leaving jobs to pursue fertility treatment. Understanding and support at work are essential to balancing work and fertility treatment.

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000184087.html
- anchor: #n3759716
- Companies mentioned: メルクバイオファーマ株式会社、メルク、Merck KGaA、スリール株式会社

A survey conducted by メルクバイオファーマ found that workplace understanding and support systems are more important than formal policies in balancing fertility treatment and work.

Facts:
- 1,035 men and women in their 20s to 40s
- 92.3%
- 43.5%
- 38.1％
- 26.7％
- Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
- June 2026
- Approximately 62,000 employees
- Revenue of €21.1 billion

## A priority lane for the “Kids Fast Track” will be set up at “The 5th Day When the Expo Night Sky Becomes Art 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000193274.html
- anchor: #n3759715
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JTB、ぴあ株式会社

大阪府が実施する「こどもファスト・トラック推進事業」の一環として、2026年11月21日に万博記念公園で開催される花火イベント「第5回 万博夜空がアートになる日 2026」において、「こどもファスト・トラック」優先入場レーンが設置される。

Facts:
- One of the Kansai region's largest fireworks displays, with 15,000 fireworks
- Up to 27,000 seats
- More than 100,000 spectators in total

## 株式会社ハッピースマイル to exhibit at “NIJIN Education Expo 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000113313.html
- anchor: #n3759714
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハッピースマイル、株式会社NIJIN

株式会社ハッピースマイル will exhibit at “NIJIN Education Expo 2026,” to be held on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026. The event, hosted by 株式会社NIJIN, is an education co-creation event that connects children's individuality and potential with society. ハッピースマイル will showcase photographs, hold workshops and feature presentations by child PR ambassadors to promote the value of its photo sales platform service, “みんなのおもいで .com.”

Facts:
- 2026年11月21日（土）・22日（日）
- Number of organizations using the service: 9,400

## 行岡病院 holds Halloween event!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000176445.html
- anchor: #n3759713
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人行岡保健衛生学園、社会医療法人 行岡医学研究会、行岡病院、大阪行岡医療大学、行岡医学技術専門学校

行岡病院, operated by the Social Medical Corporation Yukioka Medical Research Society, held its first in-hospital Halloween event on Oct. 30, 2026, bringing patients, staff and local residents together.

Facts:
- Marking its 92nd year since its founding in 1934
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- 1934年（昭和9年）の創設以来

## GNUS to become a wholly owned subsidiary of Dentsu Digital

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000079310.html
- anchor: #n3759712
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GNUS、株式会社電通デジタル、株式会社電通グループ

株式会社GNUS is scheduled to become a wholly owned subsidiary of 株式会社電通デジタル on Jan. 1, 2027.

Facts:
- Effective Jan. 1, 2027
- A user base of 10 million
- Capital: 442.5 million yen
- Employees: 2,596
- Capital: 425 million yen
- Employees: 29

## イメージスタジオ109 and South Korea's leading VFX and virtual production company WESTWORLD社 enter business partnership

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000154393.html
- anchor: #n3759711
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イメージスタジオ・イチマルキュウ、イメージスタジオ109、WESTWORLD社、WESTWORLD Co.,Ltd.

株式会社イメージスタジオ・イチマルキュウ（イメージスタジオ109）と韓国のWESTWORLD社は、日本の映像制作市場における最先端VP技術の導入および高付加価値なワンストップサービスの共同提供に向け業務提携契約を締結した。両社は2027年初頭に国内へバーチャルプロダクションスタジオを設立する予定である。

Facts:
- Early 2027
- １９８１
- 2018

## [Tokyo's 2nd location] ドラゴンホットポット Roppongi to hold grand opening on Monday, Nov. 16! Half-price campaign for 3 days to celebrate the opening!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000177619.html
- anchor: #n3759710
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社D.H、ドラゴンホットポット

Roppongi, the Tokyo 2nd location of the spicy hot pot specialty restaurant ドラゴンホットポット, operated by 株式会社D.H, will hold its grand opening on Nov. 16, 2026. A half-price campaign will run for 3 days to celebrate the opening.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- Available for 3 days only
- More than 100 ingredients available at all times
- Sold by weight at the regular price of 4 yen per 1 g
- Business hours: 17:00–5:00

## Abilive launches support for attracting South Korean visitors using the South Korean search portal “NAVER”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000064297.html
- anchor: #n3759709
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アビリブ、NAVER、日本政府観光局、JNTO、観光庁、Instagram、YouTube、シティホテル

株式会社アビリブ will launch a visitor-attraction support service in November 2026 for accommodation providers and tourism businesses, using South Korean bloggers through the South Korean search portal “NAVER.”

Facts:
- From November 2026
- Approximately 8.26 million
- Up 21.6% year on year
- Approximately 27%
- ¥293.8 billion
- Up 45.8% year on year
- 約1～2時間半
- Approximately 3 months
- Since its founding in 1999
- More than 2,000 facilities nationwide
- More than 7,000 cases to date

## NANKAI NEXT Ventures (NANKAI Group CVC) invests in 株式会社パブリックコネクト

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000163378.html
- anchor: #n3759708
- Companies mentioned: NANKAI NEXT Ventures株式会社、株式会社NANKAI、株式会社パブリックコネクト

NANKAI NEXT Ventures株式会社 has invested in 株式会社パブリックコネクト, which operates “PUBLIC CONNECT,” a recruitment platform for government agencies and local authorities.

## A gentle heart design joins the signet ring shaped from a pet's noseprint

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000168887.html
- anchor: #n3759707
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社imprimo、imprimo（インプリモ）、一般社団法人ペットフード協会

合同会社imprimo will launch a new heart-shaped signet ring design for its “Noseprint Memorial Ring,” made using a mold of a pet's noseprint, on Nov. 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Approximately 15.67 million in total
- Nov. 6, 2026
- Around 2 to 3 months

## Learn about “impact employment,” a new way to secure talent in an era of labor shortages

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000168081.html
- anchor: #n3759706
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャリア・マム、一般社団法人グラミン日本

株式会社キャリア・マム and 一般社団法人グラミン日本 will hold a free seminar on “impact employment” in Nagoya on Nov. 12, 2026. The seminar aims to address labor shortages in Aichi Prefecture and support the hiring of a diverse range of workers, including single parents and seniors.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- 1.23 times
- 1.18 times
- 20 companies

## Survey results for the “Pension Product Survey 2026” published in “OL’in,” an investment management information magazine for institutional investors

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000008183.html
- anchor: #n3759705
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社想研、SOKEN INC.

株式会社想研は、機関投資家向け情報誌「オルイン」を通じて実施した「年金プロダクトサーベイ2026」の結果を公表。5%以上のリターンを得た企業年金が84.1%に達したが、二桁リターンは減少。課題として金利環境変化への資産配分検討が最多で、好調な運用実績による剰余金対応も重要課題となっている。投資ニーズでは国内債券（アクティブ）が高まり、プライベートアセットの中でもインフラコア戦略の人気が高い。給付改善については約4分の1の基金が動いており、財源の多くは運用剰余金から充当されている。

Facts:
- Double-digit returns accounted for 21.4% of the total
- Number of responses] 155
- Capital: ¥40 million

## ＼“Clean Dental” gum disease prevention brand／Making oral care a more familiar topic: Launch of the “Let's Talk for the Future! Toothbrushing Project” in conjunction with “Good Teeth Day” on Nov. 8

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000178254.html
- anchor: #n3759704
- Companies mentioned: 第一三共ヘルスケア株式会社、第一三共ヘルスケア、株式会社マクロミル

第一三共ヘルスケアは、歯周病予防ブランド「クリーンデンタル」において、11月8日「いい歯の日」に合わせてオーラルケアを身近な話題にするプロジェクト「みらいのために、語ろう！ハミガキプロジェクト」を発足した。

Facts:
- while the figure reached 55.8%
- remained at just 35.3%
- Starting Saturday, November 7, 2026
- touring 3 cities
- Event for 50,000※: “Toothbrushing on the Go” and digital campaign
- for a total of 5,000 people across 3 cities
- to 45,000 people selected by lottery
- developed by a pharmaceutical company in 1985
- with a 40-year track record

## “アルペンザルツ” and “メグレスプレーホイップクリーム” Ingredients Shine in Gourmet Experience: Double Giveaway Campaign Now Underway!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000012755.html
- anchor: #n3759703
- Companies mentioned: SKWイーストアジア株式会社、Oisix

SKWイーストアジア株式会社 will run a double giveaway campaign offering gourmet experiences that bring out the natural flavors of “アルペンザルツ” and “メグレスプレーホイップクリーム” from Nov. 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.

Facts:
- to a total of 30 people
- to a total of 350 people
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027
- worth 30,000 yen
- 5,500 yen worth
- 5,000 yen worth
- 1,000 yen worth
- 250 million years ago
- since its launch in 1997

## [Nagoya Sakae Mitsukoshi] Fall Renewal—〈アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ〉 Opens This Fall with More Tokai Region-Exclusive Sweets!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000185183.html
- anchor: #n3759702
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社名古屋三越、アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ、アラン・デュカス・ビスキュイ・パリ

株式会社名古屋三越 will open 〈アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ〉, a chocolate specialty shop from France, on the first basement floor on Nov. 16, 2026. The shop will offer sweets and soft-serve ice cream exclusive to the Tokai region as part of the store’s fall renewal.

Facts:
- 3,348 yen for 5 pieces (5 varieties)
- 6,480 yen for ８ pieces (４ varieties)
- Dine-in: 1,210 yen
- Takeout: 1,188 yen
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026

## 大分銀行 expands use of POWER EGG following document management system renewal

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000133879.html
- anchor: #n3759701
- Companies mentioned: 大分銀行、ディサークル株式会社、JAグループ

大分銀行 adopted POWER EGG from ディサークル株式会社 in conjunction with the renewal of its document management system and is expanding its use of workflows and web databases. A presentation was given at FIT2026, and an archived stream is available.

Facts:
- about 450 workflow application forms
- about 2,400 web databases in total
- a cumulative total of 1,632 companies
- about 662,000 licenses
- 136 financial institutions

## Recho wins Excellence Award in 九電グループ Open Innovation Program 2026 “Inspiration and Co-Creation”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000159800.html
- anchor: #n3759700
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Recho、九州電力株式会社、九電グループ

株式会社Recho, which provides AI contact center services for enterprises, won the Excellence Award in “九電グループ Open Innovation Program 2026: Inspiration and Co-Creation,” organized by 九電グループ, including Kyushu Electric Power.

Facts:
- 2026

## Preply’s first annual “Learning Outcomes Report” finds 75% of Japanese learners feel “pressed to study but don’t feel they are making progress”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000137057.html
- anchor: #n3759699
- Companies mentioned: Preply、Preply Inc.

According to Preply’s first annual “Learning Outcomes Report,” 75% of Japanese learners said they feel pressed to study but do not feel they are making progress. The report found that while AI use is growing, learners tend to place greater trust in a combination of AI and human expertise.

Facts:
- 75% of Japanese learners
- covering more than 5,000 working adults
- 50% of Japanese learners
- 78% of Japanese learners
- remained at 10%
- 71% of Japanese respondents
- 54% of Japanese respondents
- 85% of working adults in Japan
- 72% of Japanese respondents
- 47% of respondents
- 36％
- 93% of respondents in Japan
- our more than 150,000 tutors worldwide
- AI use reached 87% among Gen Z and millennials
- 71% among Gen Z
- 56% among Gen X
- 57% among Gen Z
- 40% among Gen X
- 68% among Gen Z
- 38% among Gen X
- 31% among Gen Z
- 93% in both Argentina and Poland
- 42% in Argentina
- 50% in the United States
- 54% in the United Kingdom
- the global average of 41%
- In Germany, 33% cited their interests as a reason
- 28% cited improving their work performance
- in Poland, the figures were 30% each
- a similar trend at 25%
- 23% in the United States cited their personal interests
- the share was 26%
- the global average of 14%
- 12% in the United States
- 99% of survey participants

## AlgaleX Representative Daichi Takada to Speak at “SKS JAPAN 2026” on Nov. 7, Discussing Retail’s New Role Through a Food Tech Lens

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000076018.html
- anchor: #n3759698
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlgaleX、SKS JAPAN 2026、株式会社UnlocX、The Spoon、株式会社門崎、格之進、株式会社ミナト、室町三井ホール&カンファレンス、COREDO室町テラス

Daichi Takada, representative of 株式会社AlgaleX, will speak at the food tech conference “SKS JAPAN 2026,” to be held in Tokyo on Nov. 7, 2026, and discuss the new role of retail.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
- the session starting at 10:45
- more than 200 restaurants and retailers in Japan and overseas
- more than 40 sessions

## [Shogakukan JS Research Institute] Survey explores entertainment trends among elementary school girls! Ren Meguro takes the top spot in 2 rankings: “Celebrity I’d like as an older brother” and “Favorite idol.” Kanna Hashimoto ranks No. 1 in the “Face I’d Like to Have” ranking

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000104282.html
- anchor: #n3759697
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館、Snow Man、M!LK、HANA、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、NHK、オリコン、フジテレビ、カラフルピーチ、すとぷり、ホロライブ、にじさんじ

株式会社小学館の「JS研究所」が『ちゃお』読者対象に実施したエンタメトレンド調査の結果。目黒蓮さんが「お兄ちゃんにしたい芸能人」と「好きなアイドル」で2冠達成。なりたい顔1位は橋本環奈さん、好きな曲1位はM!LKの「好きすぎて滅！」、YouTuber1位はカラフルピーチ、VTuber1位は甘狼このみさんとなった。

Facts:
- 1st place
- 4 members of Snow Man in the Top 5
- has 820,000 subscribers
- has 2.5 million subscribers
- more than 3 billion total views
- nearly 5000 postcards
- Total counted: 1000

## Taka-Q to renovate 17 existing stores under new brand “T/Q,” offering office casual wear centered on coordinated sets

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000167693.html
- anchor: #n3759696
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タカキュー、イオンモール北戸田店、ひたちなか店、イオンモール大和郡山店、イオンモール松本店、イオンモール秋田店、宇都宮ベルモール店、イオンモール橿原店、カラフルタウン岐阜店、イオンモール八千代緑が丘店、青森サンロード店、イオンモール宮崎店、木の葉モール橋本店、サンリブシティ小倉店、イオンモール山形南店、MOMOテラス店、イオンモール上尾店、イオンモール桑名店

株式会社タカキュー will sequentially renovate 17 existing stores under the new brand “T/Q” starting in November 2026, offering office casual wear centered on coordinated sets.

Facts:
- 17 existing stores
- Starting in November 2026
- Capital: 100 million yen

## カリフォルニアプルーン協会、フルーツフェス「文果祭2026」に出展

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000122295.html
- anchor: #n3759695
- Companies mentioned: カリフォルニアプルーン協会、株式会社東果堂、株式会社東急モールズデベロップメント

カリフォルニアプルーン協会 will exhibit at the fruit festival “Bunkasai 2026,” to be held in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, on November 7 and 8, 2026, distributing tasting samples and selling sweets at the Toka-do booth.

Facts:
- Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.), 2026
- 11:00–17:00 on both days
- In 1980

## Bluefield Energy wins contract for FIP conversion and aggregation at Fukuoka Jisho’s solar power plant in Kumamoto Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000174524.html
- anchor: #n3759694
- Companies mentioned: Bluefield Energy株式会社、福岡地所株式会社、資源エネルギー庁、JPEA、九州電力送配電株式会社、経済産業省

Bluefield Energy株式会社 has signed a contract to convert the solar power plant owned by 福岡地所株式会社 in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, from the FIT system to the FIP system and provide aggregation services.

Facts:
- The renewable energy-wide output curtailment rate on mainland Kyushu is expected to be about 6.9% in fiscal 2026
- The new rules are expected to take effect in Kyushu in fiscal 2027
- As of 2024, the FIP share of solar power generation stood at just 0.8%
- There is a significant gap with the 2030 target of 25.5% set by the industry association (JPEA).

## Exhibition Report: “New Technology Creation Exchange 2026: Technology and Product Exhibition”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000020284.html
- anchor: #n3759693
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロビット、ロビット、公益財団法人 東京都中小企業振興公社

株式会社ロビット exhibited at the “New Technology Creation Exchange 2026: Technology and Product Exhibition,” held at Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe from October 22 to 23, 2026, showcasing its AI visual inspection solution “TESRAY G Series” and custom development initiatives.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
- Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri)
- More than 200 companies
- Detecting abnormalities in an instant—0.1 seconds
- Assessing the degree of deformation and damage on a 4-level scale
- Established: June 2014

## [GRANDUO Tachikawa] Christmas cakes from Tama patissiers gather for the season! Reservations open for “Christmas CAKE COLLECTION 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000021867.html
- anchor: #n3759692
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアール東日本商業開発株式会社、JR東日本、JRE MALLオーダー

GRANDUO Tachikawa, operated by JR East Retail Development, will begin accepting Christmas cake reservations on November 4, 2026. The lineup will include limited-edition cakes by Tama patissiers and the “PETIT GATEAU COLLECTION 100,” with same-day sales also planned at the stores.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- The 100-item “PETIT GATEAU COLLECTION 100”
- ¥16,200 (tax included)
- ¥4,860 (tax included)
- ¥5,281 (tax included)
- 5,400 yen (tax included)
- ¥5,350 (tax included)
- Earn 5 times the JRE POINTs
- Earn 2 times the JRE POINTs
- Number of stores: 138

## New release: “Colesence Skincare Gel,” 15g (about 25 days’ supply)

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000074222.html
- anchor: #n3759691
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニッピコラーゲン化粧品、株式会社ニッピ、日本ゼラチン・コラーゲン工業組合

株式会社ニッピコラーゲン化粧品 launched a 15g size of “Colesence Skincare Gel” on November 5, 2026.

Facts:
- “Colesence Skincare Gel 15g”
- Released on November 5, 2026
- ¥4,950 including tax
- Maintains about 5 times the moisture-retention capacity of heat-treated collagen

## Donating part of the proceeds from paid shopping bags purchased by customers to support environmental conservation organizations

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000111325.html
- anchor: #n3759690
- Companies mentioned: ウエルシアホールディングス株式会社、ウエルシア薬局、クスリのマルエ、シミズ薬品、コクミン、よどや、いわての森林づくり基金、公益財団法人 ふくしまフォレスト・エコ・ライフ財団、ぐんま緑の県民基金、ちば環境再生基金、公益社団法人 新潟県農林公社、長野県環境自然保護基金、あいち森と緑づくり基金、公益社団法人 三重県緑化推進協会、京都府循環型社会推進課、なにわエコ会議、奈良県環境県民フォーラム、公益社団法人 岡山県緑化推進協会、公益社団法人 高知県森と緑の会、特定非営利活動法人 環境の杜こうち

Welcia Holdings Group announced that 5 group companies donated part of the proceeds from paid shopping bag sales in fiscal 2025 to 14 environmental conservation organizations.

Facts:
- ¥19,105,483
- 5 companies
- 14 environmental conservation organizations
- Approximately 3,000 stores

## MI-6 研究者主体のデータ駆動型研究開発を支援、大成ファインケミカル株式会社の導入事例を公開

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000034072.html
- anchor: #n3759689
- Companies mentioned: MI-6株式会社、大成ファインケミカル株式会社

MI-6株式会社 has published a case study on the adoption of miHub® by 大成ファインケミカル株式会社. The platform supports researcher-led, data-driven research and development, helping the company reduce the number of prototypes by about 43% and shorten the development period by 9 months in its development of biomass acrylic resin.

Facts:
- Reduced by about 43%
- Shortened by 9 months
- In 2024

## 門司港の旧JR九州本社ビルをホテルに再生、2030年開業へ

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000080587.html
- anchor: #n3759688
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Staple、日鉄興和不動産株式会社、門司築興共同事業体、北九州市、三井物産、国鉄、JR九州、九州旅客鉄道株式会社、松田平田設計、株式会社YMFG ZONEプラニング、SOIL Nihonbashi Hotel、Portside Inn Hakodate、WAKA WAKA、Hammer Museum、MOCA、Karimoku Research Center

株式会社Stapleは、北九州市と旧JR九州本社ビルのホテル再生事業に係る連携協定を締結し、2030年1月の開業を目指す。

Facts:
- Aiming to open in January 2030
- Total of 97 guest rooms
- Completed in 1937
- Site area: approximately 1,323㎡
- Total floor area: approximately 5,635㎡

## [2026 Survey on Data Readiness and AI Adoption at Japanese Companies] About 80% say their business data is “well prepared,” while only 3.7% report “no issues”; just 10.0% can link almost all data across customer dimensions

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000054314.html
- anchor: #n3759687
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Mer、Mer

According to “Japan AI Operations Report 2026 Autumn,” published by 株式会社Mer, a survey on data readiness and AI adoption at companies with 100 or more employees found that about 80% (79.1%) said their business data was “well prepared,” while only 3.7% reported “no issues,” and just 10.0% of companies could link data across customer dimensions. In addition, 81.0% plan to increase AI investment, but investment in building data infrastructure stands at just 27.2%.

Facts:
- 541 people
- 79.1%
- 3.7%
- 10.0%
- 37.0%
- 26.2%
- 81.0%
- 27.2%
- 45.1%

## 【対象商品5％OFF】一年の感謝を、産地直送の美味しさで！「とれたてねっと」2026年お歳暮ギフトキャンペーン開始

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000153208.html
- anchor: #n3759686
- Companies mentioned: Core-Business株式会社、とれたてねっと

Core-Business株式会社 will launch its 2026 year-end gift campaign on “とれたてねっと” starting November 9, offering 5% off eligible products such as branded beef and dried fish.

Facts:
- 5% OFF
- 10:00 on Monday, November 9
- The 2026 year-end gift season

## First look at a new product scheduled to go on sale in 2027! Soulware, developer of kintone integration products, to exhibit at “Cybozu Days Japan 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000039533.html
- anchor: #n3759685
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソウルウェア、サイボウズ株式会社

株式会社ソウルウェア will exhibit at “Cybozu Days Japan 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe on November 12 and 13, 2026, demonstrating a new product planned for sale in 2027 and its existing plugins “Repoton” and “Cream.”

Facts:
- Scheduled to go on sale in 2027
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- 8 main seminars over 2 days
- ¥22,000 per month
- One-time purchase version: ¥220,000

## Held at BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR locations nationwide! “Autumn Fair” for 2 days only, November 14 (Saturday) and 15 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000022996.html
- anchor: #n3759684
- Companies mentioned: ブックオフグループホールディングス株式会社、ブックオフコーポレーション株式会社、BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR、BOOKOFF PLUS

ブックオフコーポレーション will hold an “Autumn Fair” for 2 days only, Nov. 14 and 15, 2026, at BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR stores nationwide. The campaign will issue receipt coupons worth 10 yen for every 50 yen spent on all merchandise.

Facts:
- For 2 days only, Nov. 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.), 2026
- For every 50 yen spent
- A receipt coupon worth 10 yen
- Operates around 700 stores in Japan
- Operates around 830 stores in Japan and overseas
- 年間利用者は約8,800万人
- 年間売買点数6億8千万点を超えています

## This year’s year-end party is at “Kisoji at lunchtime”! Lunch course “込々御膳,” including all-you-can-drink, available from 11/5

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000083122.html
- anchor: #n3759683
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社木曽路、ホットペッパーグルメ外食総研

株式会社木曽路 will offer “込々御膳,” a lunchtime year-end party course with all-you-can-drink, at 125 “しゃぶしゃぶ・日本料理 木曽路” locations nationwide from Nov. 5 to Dec. 25, 2026.

Facts:
- 125 Kisoji locations nationwide
- From Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
- Until Friday, Dec. 25
- 5,000 yen
- 6,000 yen
- Groups of 10 or more
- 2 hours of all-you-can-drink service
- 188 locations in Japan
- Capital: 12,648 million yen
- 売上高：545億70百万円

## 株式会社コムデザイン refreshes its corporate brand

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000115278.html
- anchor: #n3759682
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コムデザイン、Comdesign Inc.、翔泳社

株式会社コムデザイン will unveil its new corporate message, “#1 Telephony Platform for Mashups.”, on Nov. 6, 2026, and refresh the branding for its logo and flagship service, “CT-e1/SaaS.”

Facts:
- Nov. 6, 2026
- Founded in 2000
- Since 2008

## “2026 Regional Hit Awards” in the December 2026 issue of 『日経トレンディ』 awarded to smart glasses “SABERA”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000070695.html
- anchor: #n3759681
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社jig.jp、日経トレンディ、株式会社ボストンクラブ、Cellid株式会社

Smart glasses “SABERA,” developed and sold by 株式会社jig.jp, won the “2026 Regional Hit Awards” in the December 2026 issue of 『日経トレンディ』.

Facts:
- Around 45 million yen
- 100 million yen
- 2,743 people
- 1億9千万円
- Around 38 g

## 自信がない女性の恋を、天使が全力応援！？「Purunt.（プルント）」× SNS総フォロワー44万人超のショートドラマユニット「ただつわたなべ」がコラボ！

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000033581.html
- anchor: #n3759680
- Companies mentioned: アンド・ナイン株式会社、セレクティブ事業部、Purunt.、プルント、Purunt. TSUMUGI、プルント ツムギ、ただつわたなべ、TikTok、Instagram、YouTube、TikTok Creator Awards Japan 2023

アンド・ナイン株式会社が展開するヘアケアブランド「Purunt.（プルント）」は、ショートドラマユニット「ただつわたなべ」とコラボレーションし、2026年11月6日よりオリジナルショートドラマ『自信〜髪のヒミツ編〜』を公開する。

Facts:
- SNS総フォロワー数44万人超
- Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- A formula designed with more than 96%＊3美容液成分
- “Moisturized for 24 hours＊2. Smooth and manageable. The fragrance comes back to life.”

## 【2026 Latest Survey】Analysis of around 58,000 business trip arrangements | Revealing booking patterns and prices for bullet trains, flights and hotels

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000120642.html
- anchor: #n3759679
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピカパカ、ピカパカ出張DX

株式会社ピカパカ analyzed around 58,000 arrangement records from its business travel management system for companies, “ピカパカ出張DX,” and published a report on booking patterns and prices for bullet trains, flights and hotels.

Facts:
- Around 58,000 arrangement records
- Business trip arrangement data from September 2025 to September 2026
- The average booking lead time was 19.6 days for flights
- 14.5 days for hotels
- 12.9 days for bullet trains
- “Nozomi” ranked No. 1 for bullet trains, at 43.7%
- “Haneda–Fukuoka” ranked No. 1 for flights, at 22.6%
- Discount fare (26,139 yen)
- Standard fare (43,812 yen)

## 青山メインランド (President and CEO: 西原良三) publishes the 2026 fall issue of its owner newsletter 『STAGE』. The cover feature is an interview with former Japan national soccer team player 小野伸二さん

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000047472.html
- anchor: #n3759678
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青山メインランド、ソニーフィナンシャルグループ、メインランドジャパン

株式会社青山メインランド has published the 2026 fall issue of its owner newsletter 『STAGE』. The cover feature is an interview with former Japan national soccer team player 小野伸二さん, and the special feature includes an explanation of stablecoins by 井上哲也さん of ソニーフィナンシャルグループ.

Facts:
- №54
- 2026 fall issue
- 56 matches
- 179 municipalities in Hokkaido
- Housing supply exceeds 20,000 units
- 38th anniversary

## “フェッラーリ・マキシマム・ブラン・ド・ブラン” wins the titles of “World’s Best Blanc de Blancs” and “Italy’s Best Sparkling Wine”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000000160.html
- anchor: #n3759677
- Companies mentioned: 日欧商事株式会社、フェッラーリ

Italian sparkling wine “フェッラーリ・マキシマム・ブラン・ド・ブラン,” distributed by 日欧商事, won both “World’s Best Blanc de Blancs” and “Italy’s Best Sparkling Wine” at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships. The company also received a total of 9 gold medals this year and its 9th overall Producer of the Year award.

Facts:
- Double win
- A total of 9 gold medals
- 6 consecutive years
- 9th overall
- CSWWC2026

## Make your daily juice routine easier. Compact blender that can crush ice | macaful launches “Daily Blend Mixer”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000127112.html
- anchor: #n3759676
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デンキョーグループホールディングス、株式会社電響社、macaful

株式会社電響社 will launch the “Daily Blend Mixer,” a compact blender that can crush ice, under the macaful brand in late November.

Facts:
- Late November
- 200W
- 600ml
- 8144

## Temporary treatment of large volumes of muddy water generated by dredging ports and dams | Large-scale wastewater treatment system registered with NETIS

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000058301.html
- anchor: #n3759675
- Companies mentioned: セイスイ工業株式会社、国土交通省、株式会社IHI

セイスイ工業株式会社の「大規模排水処理システム」が国土交通省のNETISに登録された。このシステムは港湾やダムの浚渫などで発生する大量の泥水を現場で仮設処理し、水と固形物に分離することで廃棄物の搬出量と運搬・処分費用を削減する技術である。

Facts:
- Dated Oct. 29, 2026
- The registration number is “KT-260042-A”
- 1時間あたり800m³の泥水を処理し
- Reduces industrial waste volume to around 1/16
- Reduces waste volume to around 1/150
- Recovers 99% or more of the treated water
- Established: April 1974

## グローバルプロデュース holds 15th anniversary party, “GP15th Party『Momentum』”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000075828.html
- anchor: #n3759674
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グローバルプロデュース、グローバルプロデュース、TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET、DRAGON EVENTS

株式会社グローバルプロデュース held “GP15th Party『Momentum』” on Oct. 9, 2026, at TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET in Shibuya to mark its 15th anniversary. Around 550 people attended, and the event featured staging that made use of 15 LED screens and 3 floors. The company works on more than 200 large-scale business events annually and has handled more than 3,000 in total.

Facts:
- 15th anniversary
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- Around 550 people
- More than 200 events annually
- More than 3,000 cases in total
- 15 LED screens
- 3 floors
- Established in October 2011
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen
- Sales: 3 billion yen
- Employees: 50

## タニウム、OpenAIの「Trusted Access for Cyber」プログラムに参加 フロンティアAIでプラットフォームのセキュリティを強化

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000089232.html
- anchor: #n3759673
- Companies mentioned: タニウム合同会社、Tanium Inc.、タニウム、OpenAI

タニウム (Tanium Inc.) announced it has joined OpenAI’s Trusted Access for Cyber (TAC) program, using frontier AI for threat research and to strengthen platform security.

## A special collaboration kicks off between 10th-anniversary Fangamer Japan and 15th-anniversary よだかのレコード!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000039107.html
- anchor: #n3759672
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社stamps、Fangamer Japan、よだかのレコード、Fangamer LLC、Mega Crit Games, LLC、stamps Co., Ltd.

株式会社stamps is launching a special collaboration with Fangamer Japan, marking its 10th anniversary, and よだかのレコード, marking its 15th anniversary. The first installment is a puzzle-solving project themed around Slay the Spire 2.

Facts:
- Fangamer Japan, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026
- Provides dramatic puzzle-solving experiences to more than 1 million people annually
- Operates 3 locations in Shinjuku
- Established in Tucson, Arizona, in 2008
- In 2017, established Fangamer Japan, its Japanese subsidiary, in Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture
- Established in July 2014

## Making post-arrival procedures smoother. Expanding the “advance information registration × AI agent” service to 35 facilities.

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000065959.html
- anchor: #n3759671
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UPBOND、UPBOND、アパホテル株式会社、アパホテル

株式会社UPBONDは、アパホテルの運営施設18拠点に訪日外国人向け「事前情報登録×AIエージェント」サービスを2026年11月2日より提供開始し、累計35施設まで拡大する。

Facts:
- 18 new locations
- 35 facilities in total
- From Nov. 2, 2026
- 17 existing facilities
- 8 prefectures and metropolitan areas nationwide
- More than 1 million in total

## [Amazon Smile Sale] Reuse your HDD or SSD for 899 yen: Monster Storage’s 2.5-inch external enclosure

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000162473.html
- anchor: #n3759670
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ｔａｕｒｕｓ、Monster Storage、Amazon、Amazon.co.jp

株式会社Ｔａｕｒｕｓ is selling Monster Storage-brand 2.5-inch external HDD/SSD enclosures for 899 yen during Amazon’s Smile Sale.

Facts:
- 899 yen (tax included)
- Starting Nov. 4, 2026
- Through Nov. 12
- 2.5-inch
- Up to 6TB
- 5Gbps

## Kong signs partnership agreement with Hitachi, Ltd.

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000129151.html
- anchor: #n3759669
- Companies mentioned: Kong株式会社、株式会社日立製作所、Kong

Kong株式会社は、日立製作所と日本市場における企業のAI活用およびAPI基盤の整備を支援する目的でパートナー契約を締結した。両社はフィジカルAIや金融分野での信頼性・ガバナンス強化に向けた連携を進める。

Facts:
- 2025年度(2026年3月期)売上収益は10兆5,867億円
- As of the end of March 2026, it had 606 consolidated subsidiaries
- Has approximately 290,000 employees worldwide

## How should schools teach information gathering in inquiry-based learning in the generative AI era? A book offering examples of digital tools and library use, “Practical Guide to Using Digital Tools and Libraries in the AI Era,” goes on sale on Amazon Nov. 6

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000083442.html
- anchor: #n3759668
- Companies mentioned: 学事出版株式会社、(株)インフォザイン、青山学院大学、東京学芸大学、東北学院大学、鶏鳴学園 青翔開智中学校・高等学校、玉川学園、京都先端科学大学附属中学校高等学校、玉川聖学院 中等部・高等部、東京都立南多摩中等教育学校、山崎学園 富士見中学校高等学校、新潟県立三条高等学校、古川黎明中学校・高等学校、芝浦工業大学附属中学高等学校、Amazon

学事出版株式会社 began selling its new book, “A Practical Guide to Using Digital Tools and Libraries in the AI Era: Clear Examples from Practice,” on Amazon and other platforms on Nov. 6, 2026. The book supports instruction in information gathering for inquiry-based learning.

Facts:
- Available on Amazon and other platforms starting Nov. 6, 2026
- Includes practical examples of inquiry-based learning at 9 schools using school libraries
- Pages: 144 pages
- List price: 2,420 yen (tax included; base price 2,200 yen plus tax)

## On sale: “ザ・キャピトルホテル 東急 Tetsuya Anri chef-supervised The Tiramisu Eclair”!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000081528.html
- anchor: #n3759667
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東急ストア、株式会社ローソン、ザ・キャピトルホテル 東急

株式会社東急ストア、株式会社ローソン、ザ・キャピトルホテル 東急の3社共同開発による「ザ・キャピトルホテル 東急 安里哲也シェフ監修 ザ・ティラミスエクレア」が再発売される。

Facts:
- Approximately 4,400 stores
- Base price: 328 yen
- Reference price including tax: 354 yen

## A residency program for emerging artists kicks off at Social Inclusion Village in Sango Town, Nara Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000084175.html
- anchor: #n3759666
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人檸檬会、レイモンドヒルズ保育園、レイモンドほいくえん、れもんのこほいくえん

社会福祉法人檸檬会 will run a residency program for 3 emerging artists at Social Inclusion Village in Sango Town, Nara Prefecture, for about 1 month starting Dec. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
- Dec. 27 (Sun.)
- About 1 month
- 3 artists
- Artists aged 35 and under
- 12 prefectures nationwide
- Approximately 100 locations
- Staff: 2,193

## 「クナイプ トラベルシリーズ」12月2日（水）より一部バラエティショップ・ドラッグストア限定発売

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000026654.html
- anchor: #n3759665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クナイプジャパン、クナイプ

株式会社クナイプジャパン will launch 2 products from the Kneipp Travel Series, designed to make bath time feel like a trip around the world from home: Kneipp Bath Salt, Fjord Scent, and Kneipp Bubble Bath, Hawaii Scent. They will be available exclusively at select variety shops and drugstores starting Dec. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Dec. 2, 2026
- 300 yen (excluding tax)
- 60g
- 50 mL

## Shaddy, marking its 100th anniversary, advances industry-academia collaboration with Nihon University’s College of Commerce

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000078929.html
- anchor: #n3759664
- Companies mentioned: シャディ株式会社、ラオックスグループ、銀座鈴屋

シャディ株式会社, which marked its 100th anniversary, collaborated with Nihon University’s College of Commerce and shared a booth with students at the Nihon University Kinuta Market. The event drew approximately 4,600 visitors, and around 140 products were sold. The company aims to continue the partnership, including through the introduction of hands-on courses.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 100th anniversary of founding
- Approximately 4,600 people
- Founded in 1951
- Approximately 140 items
- Fiscal 2027
- Founded in 1926
- Approximately 2,200

## Being found isn’t enough to bring patients in. Free guide released forecasting 2027 clinic patient-acquisition trends

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000186443.html
- anchor: #n3759663
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くるみバディ、株式会社くるみ、ChatGPT、Claude、Gemini、Copilot

株式会社くるみバディ has released a free white paper forecasting trends in patient acquisition for clinics in 2027. Addressing changes in search, reviews, and booking experiences, the report draws on international insights and data for AI to explain investment decisions and practical applications.

Facts:
- 2027
- 20 pages
- 5 files
- June 20, 2024

## [Opening Wednesday, Nov. 11] “Butter no Itoko” opens at 銀座三越, featuring a limited-edition cheesecake flavor supervised by Yuichi Goto

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000086049.html
- anchor: #n3759662
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GOODNEWS、銀座三越、パティスリー「Equal（イコール）」、Equal

株式会社GOODNEWS will open the “Butter no Itoko” 銀座三越 store on Nov. 11, 2026, selling a limited-edition “cheesecake flavor” supervised by Yuichi Goto and cheesecakes from Equal.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- Limited to 20 pieces per day
- Price: 780 yen
- 1,080 yen each
- 378 yen each
- 4,158 yen

## When is the right time to reverse New Year’s weight gain? The reality of holiday weight gain, explained by a doctor: “Continued overeating may make your body more prone to rebound weight gain”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000180826.html
- anchor: #n3759661
- Companies mentioned: 大正製薬株式会社

According to a survey by Taisho Pharmaceutical, 46.4% of people who gained weight over the New Year holidays have not returned to their original weight, and those who started taking action earlier tended to have higher weight recovery rates.

Facts:
- 46.4%
- 1,277 people
- 86.8%

## Recognized for its systematic development of Red Hat OpenShift talent and creation of PoC support services, the company receives the “Red Hat Japan Training & Certification Honor 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000110563.html
- anchor: #n3759660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インフォメーション・ディベロプメント、レッドハット株式会社、Red Hat, LLC.、IDグループ

株式会社インフォメーション・ディベロプメント received the “Red Hat Japan Training & Certification Honor 2026” in recognition of its systematic development of Red Hat OpenShift talent and creation of PoC support services. Nearly 100 of its engineers hold related certifications, and the company offers “ID Container Start Pack for Red Hat OpenShift,” a service developed from its expertise.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- Nearly 100 people
- 90 days
- 1969

## Sunflower bus display and merchandise sales at “Transportation Festival 2026 in Myodani Vehicle Depot”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000140245.html
- anchor: #n3759659
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社商船三井さんふらわあ、神戸市交通局

株式会社商船三井さんふらわあ will exhibit at “Transportation Festival 2026 in Myodani Vehicle Depot,” hosted by 神戸市交通局, displaying a Sunflower bus and selling original goods and discounted products with defects.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- From 10 to 15
- Admission: Free

## [アカチャンホンポ] The “Baby Chair coton (コトン),” designed to blend into your home, will begin rolling out at アカチャンホンポ stores nationwide and online from Monday, Nov. 2, 2026!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000023259.html
- anchor: #n3759658
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カトージ、カトージ、アカチャンホンポ

株式会社カトージ began selling its new “Baby Chair coton (コトン)” nationwide through アカチャンホンポ and its online shop on Nov. 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 2, 2026
- Up to a body weight of 76 kg
- Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: 29,700 yen (tax included)

## Thank you, everyone in Nagoya! The 六厘舎 JR名古屋駅 Platform 1 store is open through Sunday, Nov. 29.

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000087198.html
- anchor: #n3759396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社松富士食品、六厘舎、JR名古屋駅

The limited-time JR名古屋駅 Platform 1 location of 六厘舎, a tsukemen restaurant operated by 株式会社松富士食品, has concluded its 90-day run and is giving away vouchers for a free trial of its fresh shichimi seasoning as a token of appreciation.

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- Through Sunday, Nov. 29
- We will conclude our 90-day run
- Tsukemen (regular): 1,080 yen
- Shrimp tsukemen (regular): 1,230 yen
- Take-home tsukemen (3-meal set): 3,000 yen

## Haleonジャパン signs partnership agreement with 日本補綴歯科学会

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000031922.html
- anchor: #n3759395
- Companies mentioned: Haleonジャパン株式会社、Haleonジャパン、公益社団法人 日本補綴歯科学会、日本補綴歯科学会、厚生労働省、日本歯科医師会、Haleon

Haleonジャパン株式会社 has signed a partnership agreement with 日本補綴歯科学会 and will work together to raise awareness of prosthodontics and promote the proper use of denture adhesives.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 8020 Movement
- 80 years old
- At least 20 teeth
- Approximately 60%

## The first collected volume of the manga editorial team 『よすみ』’s debut serialized comic, 『燐光_クラフトウェイヴ』 (by 145), to go on sale first in Hokkaido and other areas from Nov. 6, with a nationwide release on Nov. 20.

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000084922.html
- anchor: #n3759394
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソラジマ、喜久屋書店、紀伊國屋書店、三省堂書店、未来屋書店、コーチャンフォー、リラィアブルブックス、MARUZEN&ジュンク堂書店、アニメイト、HMV&BOOKS online、六本松 蔦屋書店、三洋堂書店、フタバ図書、ブックファースト、平惣、カルチャーシティ平惣、明文堂書店、TSUTAYA ヤマト屋書店、福岡天神 蔦屋書店、大垣書店、くまざわ書店、アシーネ、イオン北海道、BOOKS HIROSE、HMVエソラ池袋、丸善ジュンク堂、わんだ〜らんど なんば店、書泉グランデ、書泉ブックタワー、コメダ珈琲店

株式会社ソラジマ will release Volume 1 of 『燐光_クラフトウェイヴ』 (by 145), the first serialized comic from the manga editorial team 『よすみ』, first in Hokkaido and other areas from Nov. 6, 2026, followed by a nationwide release on Nov. 20.

Facts:
- List price: 1,300 yen
- 196 pages
- 7 types in total
- 5 types in total
- 4-page illustrated leaflet

## Christmas decorations featuring Aomori Nebuta techniques to be displayed for the third consecutive year

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000021498.html
- anchor: #n3759393
- Companies mentioned: シャングリ・ラ 東京、シャングリ・ラ ブランド、丸の内トラストタワー本館、ピャチェーレ、なだ万、ザ・ロビーラウンジ、Chiスパ、フォーブス・トラベルガイド、シャングリ・ラ ホテルズ＆リゾーツ、あおもり市民ねぶた実行委員会、大阪万博

シャングリ・ラ 東京 has presented Christmas decorations featuring Aomori Nebuta techniques for 3 consecutive years, beginning in 2024, in collaboration with Nebuta artist Asako Kitamura. The 2026 display opens on Nov. 6 and features Santa Claus and the hotel mascot, Bellbear.

Facts:
- 3rd consecutive year
- Since 2024
- Fri., Nov. 6
- Over about 2 months
- Usually nearly 1,000 lighting fixtures
- About 200 light bulbs
- Nov. 6, 2026
- Dec. 27 (Sun.)
- 28th-floor lobby
- Opened on March 2, 2009
- Celebrated its 17th anniversary this year
- 37-story mixed-use building
- 200 guest rooms in total
- 5 treatment rooms
- Since 2018
- Through 2023
- 6 consecutive years
- Currently more than 100 deluxe hotels
- Apr. 2022

## Yang Bo’s “The Spider and the Fly” exhibition to open at Toranomon’s SIGNAL on Nov. 24

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000097754.html
- anchor: #n3759392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SIGNING、SIGNING、博報堂ＤＹグループ、Yutaka Kikutake Gallery、東京オペラシティアートギャラリー、FOAM CONTEMPORARY

“The Spider and the Fly,” an exhibition by artist Yang Bo, will open on Nov. 24 at SIGNAL, the social issues gallery organized by 株式会社SIGNING.

Facts:
- Saturday, Dec. 26
- 11:00-23:00
- 18:00-20:00
- 25 cm x 25 cm

## [Do you know the connection between hair removal and tanning?] Nearly 90% of hair-removal clinic staff have had to turn clients away because of a tan. What are the benefits of starting hair removal in autumn?

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000079548.html
- anchor: #n3759391
- Companies mentioned: エミナルクリニックメンズ、エミナルクリニック、サクリサ、PRIZMA

A survey by エミナルクリニックメンズ found that about 90% of hair-removal clinic staff had experience refusing treatment because of a tan, while nearly half of men who had never had hair removal were unaware of prohibited behaviors and the reasons behind them. The survey noted that UV protection is easier in fall and winter, making it a good time to start hair removal in preparation for summer.

Facts:
- 44.7% answered, “I didn’t know any of it”
- Operates 60 or more clinics nationwide
- “Beard hair removal: choose 3 areas” is available for 8,400 yen as a 3-session package, paid upfront, using the heat-destruction method.
- [Survey respondents] 1,029 people

## [For preventing information leaks] A long-duration voice recorder with password protection and up to 7 days of continuous recording launches on Makuake

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000114048.html
- anchor: #n3759390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フルークフォレスト、Makuake

株式会社フルークフォレスト will launch a project on the crowdfunding site Makuake for a long-duration voice recorder featuring password protection and up to 7 days of continuous recording.

Facts:
- 7 days of continuous recording
- Can record for up to 20 days
- 1日8時間の予約録音

## Immersive sound. Bold style. Introducing Razer Hammerhead V3 Chroma

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000163154.html
- anchor: #n3759389
- Companies mentioned: Razer Japan株式会社、Razer、Razer Inc.、THX Ltd.

Razer announced the premium wired USB-C gaming earbuds “Razer Hammerhead V3 Chroma” on Nov. 5, 2026. The product features ANC, dual drivers, THX Spatial Audio support and RGB lighting. It is priced at 14,280 yen, including tax, in Japan and is scheduled to launch in December.

Facts:
- Nov. 5, 2026
- 11 mm dynamic driver
- Dedicated 6 mm tweeter
- 16.8 million colors
- 14,280 yen, including tax

## [Survey on awareness of sound environments and hearing protection when going out] About 60% of households with children who have shown discomfort at loud sounds have never taken measures to protect their ears

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000101853.html
- anchor: #n3759388
- Companies mentioned: JLab Japan株式会社、JLab、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、Circana, LLC

JLab Japan株式会社 conducted a survey to understand how children react to loud sounds and what hearing-protection measures parents take. Nearly 90% of parents said their children had experienced discomfort at loud sounds, and about 60% of those parents had never taken measures to protect their children's ears. In response, JLab is recommending its JBuddies Protect hearing-protection earmuffs for children.

Facts:
- Fiscal 2025
- Under $100
- Out of 26 people
- Out of 24 people
- 14 people
- 11 people
- 22 people
- NRR (Noise Reduction Rating): 23 dB
- 3,980 yen (tax included)
- 2013
- 2017
- March 2022
- September 29–October 8, 2026

## New York's renowned 「ベンジャミン ステーキハウス」 Kyoto restaurant launches group packages with all-you-can-drink options for year-end and New Year parties, adding sparkle to the close of the year and the start of a new one

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000019589.html
- anchor: #n3759387
- Companies mentioned: ベンジャミン ステーキハウス、株式会社オーイズミフーズ

The Kyoto restaurant of 「ベンジャミン ステーキハウス」, operated by 株式会社オーイズミフーズ, will offer special limited-time group packages with all-you-can-drink options for year-end and New Year parties from November 20, 2026, through January 17, 2027.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- Sunday, January 17, 2027
- Up to 100 seats
- 10,000 yen (tax and service charge included)
- 15,000 yen (tax and service charge included)

## High school students unleash their full potential! The national 「スポGOMI甲子園2026」 sports litter-picking championship will be held on Sunday, November 22

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000165301.html
- anchor: #n3759386
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟、公益財団法人日本財団、株式会社セブン-イレブン・ジャパン、富士工業株式会社、川口工業高校

一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 will hold the national 「スポGOMI甲子園2026」 championship at Tokyo International Exchange Center, Plaza Heisei, on November 22, 2026. A record 43 teams will compete, with Saitama Prefecture representatives 川口工業高校 (SDG'z) aiming for a 3rd consecutive title. Sponsors include 株式会社セブン-イレブン・ジャパン and 富士工業株式会社.

Facts:
- Nov. 22, 2026
- Teams representing 43 prefectures nationwide
- 60-minute time limit
- 16,849 people

## Your vote will decide which ingredient is Japan's best. 「日本の素材甲子園ichi 兵庫県大会」, bringing Japan's finest ingredients together in Hyogo, will be held in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 28 (Saturday) and 29 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000162422.html
- anchor: #n3759385
- Companies mentioned: COMMON株式会社、未来まち計画機構、株式会社 創縁舎、一般社団法人 地域活性化プロジェクト縁GIN

未来まち計画機構 (secretariat: COMMON株式会社) will hold 「日本の素材甲子園ichi 兵庫県大会」 at Hyogo Prefectural Arimafuji Park in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 28 and 29, 2026. The event is free to attend and offers local ingredients, food trucks, disaster-preparedness experiences and more, with visitors voting to select Japan's best ingredient.

Facts:
- 2026年11月28日（土）・29日（日）
- 10 local food trucks
- Free admission
- About 12,000 people gathered

## Keeper Security announces “Self-Managed Keeper,” bringing privileged access management to air-gapped and critical infrastructure environments

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000113863.html
- anchor: #n3759384
- Companies mentioned: Keeper Security APAC株式会社、Keeper Security、Keeper Security APAC KK

Keeper Security APAC株式会社 announced “Self-Managed Keeper,” which runs within an organization's own infrastructure for air-gapped and critical infrastructure environments.

## 飛鳥未来高校グループ, a correspondence high school group that emphasizes in-person interaction, offers a short-term study-abroad program in Australia to foster non-cognitive skills

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000032495.html
- anchor: #n3759383
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人三幸学園、飛鳥未来高校グループ、飛鳥未来高等学校、飛鳥未来きずな高等学校、飛鳥未来きぼう高等学校

飛鳥未来高校グループ, operated by 学校法人三幸学園, is running a short-term study-abroad program in Australia to foster non-cognitive skills and will hold an online briefing session on November 7.

Facts:
- A 2-week program from October 17 (Saturday) to October 30 (Friday), 2026
- An online briefing session for reflections and other activities will be held on Saturday, November 7
- For about 40 students who expressed interest from 45 campuses nationwide
- There were 21,985 students enrolled as of May 1, 2025
- About 56,000 students

## Singapore device retailer myhalo introduces Recustomer's try-before-you-buy option for smartphone and PC rentals

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000046039.html
- anchor: #n3759382
- Companies mentioned: Recustomer株式会社、PC Dreams Group、myhalo CircularXchange、myhalo

Recustomer株式会社 announced that it has introduced “try-before-you-buy” and “pre-order purchase” options for myhalo, a device retail brand in Singapore. This enables myhalo to attract customers without requiring upfront payment while avoiding the risk of unreturned devices in its high-value rental business.

Facts:
- 90 days
- 0 yen
- March 2017

## Filmed entirely on Shodoshima, the birthplace of the company. Sesame oil maker Kadoya begins airing a new brand commercial on Tuesday, November 10

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000073243.html
- anchor: #n3759381
- Companies mentioned: かどや製油株式会社、Que、Kadoya America Inc.、電通、モット、北京電影学院、NHK、Disney+

Kadoya Sesame Mills will begin airing a new commercial in November 2026, its 168th year in business, to coincide with a brand refresh. Filmed on Shodoshima, the commercial depicts the company's history from the Edo period to the present and its global ambitions, including its pure sesame oil and development of the new product ISOLETTA, under the new tagline “Open up the possibilities of sesame.”

Facts:
- 168th year in business
- Starting Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
- In 1858, during the Edo period
- Sales grew to 8.75 billion yen
- Annual sales: 40,030 million yen

## Smart car-life employee benefits service “cars WELLNESS” launches at Yakuodo

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000091408.html
- anchor: #n3759380
- Companies mentioned: cars株式会社、株式会社薬王堂

Global car-life technology company cars株式会社 has begun offering its “cars WELLNESS” smart car-life employee benefits service for employees and company vehicles to 株式会社薬王堂.

## Aiming to raise awareness of children's cafeterias and address mealtime challenges through recipes! むすびえ and デリッシュキッチン publish “Children's Cafeteria Support Recipes”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000044382.html
- anchor: #n3759379
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人全国こども食堂支援センター・むすびえ、むすびえ、株式会社エブリー、デリッシュキッチン

認定NPO法人むすびえ and デリッシュキッチン, a recipe media service operated by 株式会社エブリー, have launched a joint project to raise awareness of children's cafeterias and address mealtime challenges, and have published “Children's Cafeteria Support Recipes.”

Facts:
- Nearly 90% of respondents
- Stood at 48%
- 1人分150円以下
- 84.7% said they were feeling the effects of rising prices
- Just under 5%
- Vegetables and fruit: 62.3%
- Side dishes accounted for 60.7%
- More than 57,000 in total
- Established: December 2018
- Certified as an accredited NPO in May 2021
- To a cumulative total of 1,999 organizations
- Provided about 310 million yen in grants
- Brokered support for a cumulative total of 21,156 organizations
- About 840 million yen at retail value

## AI-driven demand growth to prolong flash memory supply constraints; report recommends reviewing procurement and product strategies [A.T. Kearney]

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000046861.html
- anchor: #n3759378
- Companies mentioned: A.T. カーニー株式会社、Kearney、三菱重工業株式会社、Fortune Global 500

A.T. Kearney says that growing AI demand and semiconductor manufacturers' investment shift toward HBM and DRAM will keep NAND flash memory supply constrained through 2030. Supply-demand relief for enterprise QLC and TLC and for advanced-generation products will remain limited, prompting a recommendation to review procurement strategies.

Facts:
- By 2030
- Up about 5% in 2026
- About $22 billion
- Up about 14%
- About $61 billion
- Annual growth of 8–12%
- 2–4% annually
- Supply-demand easing in 2028
- 2026–2029
- Exceeding 20 weeks

## Cyber risks in the AI and quantum era: Recommendations for protecting businesses【A.T. Kearney】

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000046861.html
- anchor: #n3759377
- Companies mentioned: A.T. カーニー株式会社、Mozilla、NTTデータ、NTT東日本、Duke University, Fuqua School of Business、Fortune Global 500

A.T. Kearney has published an analysis recommending that companies make strengthening resilience a management priority in response to cyber risks arising from advances in AI and quantum technology.

Facts:
- 94% of leaders see AI as the biggest driver of change in cybersecurity in 2026
- 87% see AI-powered vulnerabilities as the fastest-growing risk
- Fixed 271 bugs identified by the model
- Must remain confidential for 5–20 years
- The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) has applied since January 2025
- The UK National Cyber Security Centre has set out a roadmap to identify the systems in scope by 2028
- Migrate priority systems by 2031
- Complete the process by 2035
- As one of the world’s leading management consulting firms for 100 years
- Fortune Global 500企業の4分の3以上をはじめ
- With offices in more than 40 countries worldwide
- Entered Japan in 1972

## エスパシオ ナゴヤキャッスル to hold “NEW YEAR Buffet with Views of the Castle”

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000097639.html
- anchor: #n3759376
- Companies mentioned: エスパシオエンタープライズ株式会社、エスパシオ ナゴヤキャッスル、興和株式会社、日本料理 丈、中国料理 柳城 NAGOYA CASTLE、ザ ガーデン ラウンジ、昇龍 by うかい亭、ブリアンス、名古屋観光ホテル、エスパシオ 箱根迎賓館 麟鳳亀龍、The Spa ESPACIO MEIKAN、フォーブス・トラベルガイド

エスパシオ ナゴヤキャッスル will hold the special New Year event “NEW YEAR Buffet with Views of the Castle” on January 1 and 2, 2027. In addition to a buffet featuring Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine, the program will include Cafe Yukei, Japanese cultural workshops such as gold-leaf application and calligraphy, celebratory sake and lion dance performances in the lobby, and New Year accommodation packages.

Facts:
- Jan. 1, 2027 (Fri., holiday)
- January 2 (Sat.)
- Adults (per person): 12,000 yen
- Elementary school students (per person): 6,000 yen
- Sweets set with a drink: 2,000 yen
- Gold-leaf application experience with a traditional craftsperson (approx. 60 minutes / 5,000 yen)
- Kumiko woodworking experience (approx. 30 minutes / 3,000 yen)
- Japanese kite-making experience (approx. 60 minutes / 1,000 yen)
- 1室2名様 500,000円～
- About 400 works of art

## Get the latest entrance exam information from 80 universities and medical schools nationwide! “Winter Entrance Exam Strategy Forum” to be held at 31 campuses nationwide!

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000042400.html
- anchor: #n3759375
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人駿河台学園、駿台予備学校、駿台

駿台予備学校, operated by 学校法人駿河台学園, will hold the “Winter Entrance Exam Strategy Forum” from December 5, 2026, to January 17, 2026, at 31 campuses nationwide. The event is for junior high and high school students, high school graduates, and their parents, and will provide the latest entrance exam information from 80 universities and medical schools nationwide.

Facts:
- 80 universities nationwide
- Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026
- January 17, 2026 (Sat.)

## Supporting 6 clinical studies using L8020 lactic acid bacteria, including research projects addressing perioperative cancer complications, diabetes and dementia

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000010308.html
- anchor: #n3759374
- Companies mentioned: ジェクス株式会社、広島大学、秋田大学、京都大学、箕面市立病院、秋田県立循環器・脳脊髄センター

ジェクス株式会社 is supporting clinical research projects examining the effects of self-care interventions using products containing L8020 lactic acid bacteria on systemic diseases and postoperative complications. Six studies are currently underway in collaboration with 6 institutions in Japan, including 広島大学.

Facts:
- Capital: 300 million yen

## Can Japanese companies’ decarbonization efforts become a competitive advantage on the global stage? Leaders from leading Japanese companies, including Ajinomoto, to take part in discussions at “Decarbo Summit 2026,” to be held Nov. 19 (Thu.) at Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza

- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000122970.html
- anchor: #n3759373
- Companies mentioned: Earth hacks株式会社、味の素株式会社、ザ・コンシューマー・グッズ・フォーラム、環境省、株式会社セブン＆アイ・ホールディングス、東急不動産株式会社、株式会社baton、株式会社ニトリホールディングス、株式会社博報堂、コートヤード・マリオット銀座東武ホテル、東京科学大学、博報堂、三井物産、Forbes Japan、J-WAVE、経済産業省、国連気候変動枠組条約第31回締約国会議（COP31）

Earth hacks株式会社 will hold the decarbonization business seminar “Decarbo Summit 2026” at Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza on November 19, 2026. Hirokazu Ibata and Suzu Yamanouchi will appear as guests, while business leaders from companies including 味の素株式会社 and Seven & i Holdings will take part in discussions and panels on decarbonization solutions.

Facts:
- Nov. 19, 2026
- 15:00〜17:30
- 18:00～20:00
- More than 100 people
- Nov. 9
- Exceeding 1 million people