Brushing teeth 3 times per 1 day is associated with weight management and a lower risk of metabolic syndrome, suggesting oral health may help prevent lifestyle-related diseases
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
An analysis of dental checkup and regular health checkup data collected from 370 of its employees over 4 years, from 2019 to 2023, found that brushing teeth 3 or more times per 1 day is associated with weight management and a lower risk of metabolic syndrome, サンスターグループ said.
The book “Everyday Meals That Transform” by cooking enthusiast biskes (水野雅裕) goes on sale Nov. 6. With 84,000 Instagram followers and a top video view count of 1.25 million, he offers recipes that transform everyday ingredients into something special.
HTB Telemetery 2026: “Weaving Life in the Palm of a Hand: A Deafblind Couple” to air Nov. 22, 2026 (Sun.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HTB北海道テレビ will air “Telemetery 2026” on Nov. 22, 2026, featuring the daily life and support activities of 澤田優 and their spouse, who live with deafblindness.
MAXWIN launches a video playback adapter for display audio systems that also works with the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, due out in October 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
昌騰有限会社 has begun selling the “DA-AD02-PRO1,” a video playback adapter for display audio systems compatible with the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, scheduled for release in October 2026, under its car accessories brand MAXWIN.
Facts
Release in October 2026
Up to 2K resolution (2560×1440)
5.2GHz Wi-Fi module
Bluetooth 5.0
Approx. 145(W)×34(H)×35(D)mm
Approx. 90g
Companies mentioned：MAXWIN、昌騰有限会社、Amazon、Fire TV Stick、Apple CarPlay、Android Auto、YouTube、Netflix、Amazon Prime Video、Hulu、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング
Priced in the 8,000-yen range, the new “HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 5 MAX” offers up to 52dB noise cancellation, high-quality LDAC support and up to 80 hours of battery life
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the fully wireless “HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 5 MAX,” featuring up to 52dB noise cancellation, LDAC support and up to 80 hours of battery life, at an estimated market price of 8,580 yen.
About 80% say water from water dispensers tastes better than bottled water; 46% say it is expensive but worth it, the most common response, in a survey of 139 people
A new way to solve social issues with students in Ozu, the world’s No. 1 destination for tourism-led community development*! The “JIDAIVE” internship program launches
アイエスエフネット makes donation to Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, through corporate hometown tax program
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アイエスエフネット has made a donation to Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, using the local revitalization support tax system. The donation will fund a regional welfare promotion project and was made as part of the company’s ESG and sustainability activities.
First tie-up with Tochigi’s local brand “Lemon Milk”; collaborative menu launches at 佐野プレミアム・アウトレット for the “Enjoy Lemon Milk in Sano” fair
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
栃木乳業株式会社 and 三菱地所・サイモン株式会社 will jointly hold a fair featuring collaborative menu items made with “Lemon Milk” at 佐野プレミアム・アウトレット from November 6, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
2026 Survey on “Autumn Outings” and “Outlet Malls”—Tokai Edition: Tokai region ranks No. 1 among 9 regions nationwide for its food-focused autumn outings; use of AI to choose destinations ranks last
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A 2026 survey by 三菱地所・サイモン株式会社 found that autumn outings in the Tokai region are strongly food-focused, ranking No. 1 nationwide, while the region ranked last in the use of AI to choose destinations. Spending at outlet malls and the rate of impulse purchases were relatively low, but the region ranked No. 1 for buying sweets during breaks.
Facts
The figure was 35.0% in the Tokai region
In Aichi Prefecture, 46.0% of respondents said “food”
The Tokai regional average was 28,729 yen, above the national average of 28,088 yen
Mie Prefecture ranked No. 2 nationwide at 36,042 yen
The figure was 30.7% in the Tokai region
The figure was 45.0% in the Tokai region
The Tokai regional average was 21,652 yen, 4,390 yen below the national average of 26,042 yen
The figure was 46.9% in the Tokai region
The figure was 22.6% in the Tokai region
Companies mentioned：三菱地所・サイモン株式会社、ネットエイジア株式会社、一般社団法人 日本記念日協会、三菱地所株式会社、Simon Property Group, Inc.
LegalOn Technologies Group launches data sovereignty governance platform in Europe
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Fides, part of the LegalOn Technologies Group, has launched “Fides Sovereign Governance” in Europe, a governance platform designed for data sovereignty that uses the cloud infrastructure of Germany’s secunet. Giesecke+Devrient has migrated to the platform as its first adopting company.
Facts
Enacted in 2018
With a history spanning more than 170 years
Customers in more than 120 countries worldwide
More than 9,000 companies as of the end of July 2026
フューチャー paper accepted at AACL2026, a leading international conference in natural language processing
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A paper co-authored by engineers from the AI Strategy Promotion Group at フューチャー株式会社 has been accepted for the Main Conference of AACL2026, a leading international conference in natural language processing. The research was conducted jointly with Tohoku University and proposes an automated method for building “WikiOriginQA,” a QA dataset for evaluating cultural bias in LLMs.
In November, ロイズ will sell products from mobile sales trucks in the Hokuriku, Tokai, Kinki, Chugoku and Kyushu regions, including advent calendars, Christmas-limited products and potato chip chocolate. “ロイズ京都” products will also be available in Kyoto Prefecture.
[Smartphone Accessories Industry] caseplay, boasting No. 1 status in number of supported devices, collaborations and designs, launches second wave of smartphone accessories for Princess Connect! Re:Dive, featuring 39 designs
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, will begin selling the second wave of smartphone accessories for Princess Connect! Re:Dive on Nov. 6, 2026. The lineup features 39 designs, and the Slim Protection Case supports more than 170 device models.
In the season when you long for company, Enako-chan appears in Monthly Champion ♡ Bringing you super-cute, cozy gravure photos!!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社秋田書店 announced that Enako will appear on the cover and in the lead gravure feature of the December special issue of Monthly Shonen Champion. This issue also includes a gravure feature starring Mai Tachibana and a DVD bonus.
The latest issue of ELLE DECOR, No.198, goes on sale Friday, Nov. 6! The lead feature explores the appeal of Nara, Kinosaki and Fukuoka under the theme “Traveling through design: Japan yet to be discovered.”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The latest issue of ELLE DECOR, No.198, goes on sale Nov. 6, 2026. Its lead feature showcases design and travel in Nara, Kinosaki and Fukuoka, and the issue also features items selected by 39 tastemakers and a feature on renovating a traditional house by Yuta Koseki.
株式会社NTTドコモ has developed its genuine “Standard Touch Pen,” made with 100% recycled plastic from collected 5G home routers, and will launch it from December 2026. The price is ¥1,200 (tax included).
San-X characters’ bedtime: San-X Universe “Sleeping in the Sky” theme to launch around December!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
サンエックス株式会社 will launch products for the new San-X Universe theme “Sleeping in the Sky” around December 2026. The lineup will include plush toys, stationery and room accessories featuring clouds and stars.
A new theme from “Mainichi Hamuchima,” which debuted last year! “Little joys found at home.” theme to launch around December
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
サンエックス株式会社 will launch products for the new theme “Little joys found at home.” for the new character “Mainichi Hamuchima,” which debuted in November 2025, around December 2026.
Korilakkuma changes into all kinds of outfits♪ “Korilakkuma Closet” theme to launch around December!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
サンエックス株式会社 will launch new products for the “Korilakkuma Closet” theme, starring Korilakkuma, around December 2026. The lineup will include a wide range of stationery, miscellaneous goods and plush toys.
30 San-X characters turn into stickers! On sale around December! “San-X Universe: Always Together Stickers” makes its debut
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Following the success of the “Always Together Plush” in 2025, サンエックス株式会社 will launch a new sticker series, “San-X Universe: Always Together Stickers,” featuring 30 characters, around December 2026.
Samsung Health sleep coaching gets easier to access, offering personalized advice every week
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Samsung Electronics announced an update to the Samsung Health app on Oct. 13, 2026. The update eases the requirements for starting sleep coaching and expands running program levels while strengthening Strava integration.
From Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM, a silk coin purse crafted by long-established Hakata-ori weaver サヌイ織物, featuring a design inspired by a “Hakata Niwaka” mask!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社バンダイ will release 4 silk coin purse designs inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM, in collaboration with long-established Hakata-ori weaver サヌイ織物. Reservations open Nov. 6, 2026, and general sales begin Nov. 14 of the same year. The price is ¥3,300 (tax included).
The front lines of arts and culture × AI and digital technology converge in Osaka. Exhibitors for the “CBX MeetUp in KANSAI 2026” networking event announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Exhibitors for the “CBX MeetUp in KANSAI 2026” networking event have been announced. The event will be held in Osaka on Nov. 12, 2026, and will showcase leading examples of digital transformation in cultural heritage and the use of AI in arts and culture.
[Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year] “100 Issues for 2027” goes on sale Friday, Nov. 6. The opening pages feature a special contribution by ICC Director Tomoko Akane!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社文藝春秋 will publish “Bunshun Opinion: 100 Issues for 2027” on Nov. 6, 2026, to mark the 35th anniversary of the “Issues” series, first published in 1992. The opening pages feature a special contribution by ICC Director Tomoko Akane, and the book includes 100 topics useful for business, job hunting and essay preparation. The list price is ¥1,980 (tax included).
Facts
Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year
Published on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
First published in 1992
100 topics set to be in the news the following year
[FanGrowth（ファングロース） case study] マテリアルデジタル achieved event ROI of about 800% and more than 10,000 leads in 4 months!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社マテリアルデジタル adopted Excite’s webinar support service “FanGrowth.” This case study highlights how it generated more than 10,000 leads, held about 70 sales meetings and achieved event ROI of about 800% in 4 months.
[Limited-time] A mapping show featuring fantastical whales by Shishi Yamazaki swimming through Tokyo’s nightscape, produced by NAKED
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ネイキッド will present projection mapping featuring whale imagery by Shishi Yamazaki from Oct. 23 to Dec. 29, 2026, in collaboration with Tokyo Tower and the Monday 10 p.m. drama “Minamida Minami, Attorney at Law, Is a Natural Genius.”
Facts
150m above ground
Spanning about 30 m
An approximately 1-minute-30-second light experience
WIRED Innovation Awards 2026 announces all winners, selecting a total of 20 innovators including LE SSERAFIM's SAKURA, Ryo Asai, Miho Takagi and Misa Kimura
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
All 20 winners of the WIRED Innovation Awards 2026 have been announced. Held in collaboration with 積水ハウス株式会社, the awards selected innovators from various fields, including LE SSERAFIM's SAKURA, Ryo Asai, Miho Takagi and Toshiyuki Inoko.
Matchups and schedule announced for the 102nd Emperor's Cup All Japan Basketball Championship
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The matchups and schedule for the 102nd Emperor's Cup All Japan Basketball Championship have been announced, with シーホース三河 entering in the second round of the final round.
This issue marks the 200th installment! Includes 2 deluxe special supplements (1. Oversized poster, “Timeline of the Evolution of Warfare”; 2. “Bakumatsu and Meiji Restoration History Calendar”), plus a major feature on “10 Armies That Changed History and War”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ワン・パブリッシング released the commemorative 200th installment of Rekishi Gunzo's December issue on Nov. 6, 2026, at a special price of 1,480 yen. In addition to 2 special supplements—a “Timeline of the Evolution of Warfare” poster and the “Bakumatsu and Meiji Restoration History Calendar 二〇二七”—the issue features a 60-page special report on 10 armies, from the ancient Roman army to the Ukrainian army.
【AMERICAN HOLIC】The 4th collection produced by popular staff member “kana”! A 2-way cardigan made from soft cashmere-touch fabric that doesn't feel itchy
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The AMERICAN HOLIC brand of 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル will release a 2-way cardigan made from cashmere-touch fabric, produced by staff member “kana,” exclusively on ZOZOTOWN on Nov. 13.
YOASOBI to perform the theme song! Sheet music for “Sakihokore,” the theme song for the second-half 2026 asadora “Blossom,” goes on sale Nov. 6!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The sheet music for “Sakihokore,” the theme song for the second-half 2026 asadora “Blossom,” performed by YOASOBI, will be released by NHK出版 on Nov. 6, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 6, 2026
List price: 1,210 yen (tax included)
Number of pages: 24 pages
1.3 billion cumulative streams
Original21週連続首位
Companies mentioned：YOASOBI、NHK出版、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Billboard JAPAN
Mayumi Yamazaki, a key figure in the “solo hot spring” boom, releases her latest book, “Solo Hot Springs: Delicious Mini Hot-Spring Retreats,” from 河出文庫 on Nov. 6!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社河出書房新社 will publish Mayumi Yamazaki's latest essay, “Solo Hot Springs: Delicious Mini Hot-Spring Retreats,” through 河出文庫 on Nov. 6, 2026.
【ミューの森】 To mark its selection for “Japan's 100 Most Coveted Hotels,” sales begin for a “Single-Use Plan” for 1 guest!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社イオンファンタジー has begun selling a “Single-Use Plan” for 1 guest to mark the inclusion of its co-creation glamping facility, ミューの森, in the 2027 edition of 朝日新聞出版's “Hotels in Japan to Visit Now: 100 Most Coveted.”
End the year with a tempura platter from a specialty restaurant. Reservations for the “Year-End Soba and Tempura Platter Set” at 天丼はま田 open Friday, Nov. 6!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
天丼はま田, a tempura rice bowl specialty restaurant operated by Katsuya, an アークランドサービスホールディングス subsidiary, will begin offering takeout and dine-in menu items, including the “Year-End Soba and Tempura Platter Set,” available only on Dec. 31, 2026. Reservations open Nov. 6.
Moving beyond “cheap school lunches”: bankruptcies among school meal providers plunge, halving from the previous year. 3 years after ホーユー's collapse, shift underway from “price above all” to “fair pricing”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A survey by 株式会社帝国データバンク found that 12 school meal providers went bankrupt from January to October 2026, half the previous year's figure. 3 years after ホーユー's collapse, the sector is shifting from “price above all” to “fair pricing.”
Facts
12 cases from January through October 2026
Record high of 22 cases
39.4% of fiscal 2022
Approximately 300 school meal providers nationwide
Starting Friday, Nov. 6, golf apparel brand Jack Bunny!! launches the 3rd “JB MINT” capsule collection exclusively on its official online store!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Golf apparel brand Jack Bunny!!, operated by 株式会社TSI, will launch the 3rd “JB MINT” capsule collection exclusively on its official online store starting Nov. 6.
【Ceremonial Apron Presented to Kumamoto-born Wrestler 義ノ富士】Ahead of the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, a ceremony to present a ceremonial apron was held at Koikeya’s Kyushu Aso Factory
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社湖池屋 held a ceremony at its Kyushu Aso Factory on November 1, 2026, to present a ceremonial apron to Kumamoto-born wrestler 義ノ富士 ahead of the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, which begins in November.
Perfect for the Christmas season! Two new gifts for adults, including an experiential candle poured from a wine bottle and lit
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ニトリ began selling 2 new products in early November: the “Sand Candle,” which is poured from a wine bottle and lit, and the “Aroma 3-Piece Set,” inspired by Christmas ornaments.
ASUS announces the ROG 20th anniversary gaming chair, “ROG Destrier Edition 20 Gaming Chair,” and the durable, foldable umbrella with a fiberglass frame, “ROG Umbrella”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ASUS JAPAN株式会社 announced the ROG 20th anniversary gaming chair, “ROG Destrier Edition 20 Gaming Chair,” and the foldable umbrella, “ROG Umbrella.” The umbrella will be available in 2 colors starting November 13, 2026.
Facts
ROG 20th anniversary
Raise it by up to 14cm
360° rotation
113cm-diameter canopy
Available starting Friday, November 13, 2026
It has a team of 5,000 research and development experts
Winning 11 or more awards every day
Companies mentioned：ASUS JAPAN株式会社、Republic of Gamers（ROG）、ASUS
【MoMA Design Store】Limited-edition SUBU and winter gifts arrive! Holiday feature “The Art of Surprise” launches November 10
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
MoMA Design Store will hold its holiday feature “The Art of Surprise” starting November 10, 2026, and sell limited-edition items including SUBU and NY Yankees caps.
Facts
Price, including tax: ¥14,300 each
Price including tax: 7,480 yen
Price, including tax: ¥43,835
Price, including tax: ¥10,450
Jeff Koons Balloon Dog Portable LED Lamp ¥159,980
Yoshitomo Nara Snow Globe Little Wanderer Red ¥16,500
Mondri Vase ¥17,490
Miffy & Friends Handmade Starry Night Miffy ¥10,780
【湘南 蔦屋書店】“Shonan Bookshop Lane,” a place to discover books and their creators, to be held on Nov. 23 (Monday, public holiday)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
湘南蔦屋書店 will hold “Shonan Bookshop Lane,” a mini-market focused on books, on November 23, 2026. Five groups, including authors and publishers, will set up booths, offering visitors a chance to meet creators directly.
Facts
November 23, 2026
5 groups
10:00～17:00
Companies mentioned：カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、湘南 蔦屋書店、アノニマ・スタジオ、文一総合出版、ナイデル、ダイフク書林、Nuts Book Stand、bookpond、サザンカブックス、結び屋 虹園
Lisa and Gaspard Town gets into the Christmas spirit with “Lisa and Gaspard’s Sparkling Christmas,” running from November 21 to December 25, 2026!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Christmas event “Lisa and Gaspard’s Sparkling Christmas” will be held at Lisa and Gaspard Town at Fuji-Q Highland from November 21 to December 25, 2026. The event will feature limited-edition merchandise, special menu items, illuminations and special meet-and-greets. A giveaway campaign will also offer an original sticker with purchases of ¥3,000 or more.
【ホテルイタリア軒】Popular retort curry returns in a limited run to mark アルビレックス新潟’s 30th anniversary
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
NSGグループ’s 株式会社イタリア軒 will bring back 2 varieties of its popular “Albi Rich Curry,” which went out of production at the end of September 2025, to mark the 30th anniversary of アルビレックス新潟’s incorporation. Advance sales will begin on November 29, with sales rolling out online and at stores in Niigata Prefecture from December 1.
【リーガロイヤルホテル京都】Music from a music box at Japan’s only revolving panoramic French restaurant: Luxury music box “ORPHEUS KANATA” to perform for Christmas for the first time at リーガロイヤルホテル京都
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
リーガロイヤルホテル京都 will display the luxury music box “ORPHEUS KANATA” by ニデックインスツルメンツ株式会社 from November 18 to December 25, 2026, and feature automated performances.
The hugely popular picture book “Bread Thief,” which has sold more than 6.2 million copies, is coming to ファミマ for the first time! Two varieties of collaboration bread featuring exclusive “Bread Thief” packaging are arriving!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ファミリーマート will launch a collaboration campaign with the picture book 『パンどろぼう』 starting Nov. 10, 2026, featuring collaboration breads in limited-edition packaging, merchandise, an app game and more.
[ルイ·ヴィトン] A journey to brighten the holiday season: ルイ·ヴィトン announces its 2026 holiday campaign
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ルイ·ヴィトン has announced its 2026 holiday campaign, photographed by Oliver Hadley Pearch. Set in a train station, the campaign depicts the magic of travel and showcases new products, “Monogram Rouge” from the beauty collection “La Beauté Louis Vuitton,” as well as window displays at its stores and an installation at its Shibuya men’s store.
A Christmas gift project from 『細木数子六星占術』: “Gifts from Kaori Santa” to be delivered to 100 people
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
薫白竜株式会社 will give Christmas gifts to 100 children under junior high school age in families facing hardship, as part of its “Smile Project,” through the smartphone app 『細木数子六星占術』.
What is the secret gourmet food beloved by a big-name star well known to Nakagawa-ke and Messe Kuroda? What is the popular “Heso Pan” in Hiromi Kawata’s hometown of Izumiotsu? “Ranking of Specialty Gourmet Foods at Retro Cafés” and the “No. 1 Encyclopedia”: “Your town is actually No. 1”
Happinet to exhibit at “Digige Expo 2026”! Hands-on demos and campaigns for all 6 titles, including unreleased games, from indie game label “Happinet Indie Collection”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ハピネット will exhibit at “Digige Expo 2026,” to be held on Nov. 8, 2026, with hands-on demos of all 6 titles from its indie game label “Happinet Indie Collection” and a campaign.
[TAC Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant] Online seminar “Tips for Working a Side Job While Employed” to be held Nov. 15 (Sun.), 10:00–11:00
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TAC株式会社 will hold an online seminar on Nov. 15 for employees who have earned or are studying for the Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant qualification, explaining how to start a side job and balance it with their main job.
Facts
Earned the Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant qualification in their 30s!
Worked at a department store in Tokyo for 12 years
An account with 170,000 people
Data on approximately 100 million members
Starting in April 2026
Has served as an instructor for more than 20 years
A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and ピアレント, a monthly piano rental service, revealed attitudes and realities around piano lessons for children. The most common reason was a desire for children to become familiar with music, and 85.0% of parents felt lessons had a positive impact. However, space and cost were obstacles. Among those concerned about the cost or maintaining lessons, 28.6% said they would consider a monthly rental plan.
Japanese taiko group DRUM TAO, captivating audiences around the world, to soon launch nationwide tour of spectacular new production “THE HUMAN”! Tokyo performance at Tokyo International Forum in February!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Japanese taiko group DRUM TAO is embarking on a nationwide tour with its latest production, “THE HUMAN,” as it enters its 33rd year since formation. The Tokyo performance will be held at Tokyo International Forum on Feb. 23, 2027, and a dedicated theater will also open in Kyoto.
【Survey of 1,000 Men and Women】Ranking of Male Actors Who Seem Likely to Hire a Personal Chauffeur!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A survey of 1,000 men and women nationwide by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社トランスアクト asked which male actors seem likely to hire a personal chauffeur. The results placed GACKT in first place.
Tokyo Opera City Concert Series, 4th Installment: “Hirohisa Tsuji Tenor Recital: Singing Akane Nakanishi 2” to Be Held
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
“Hirohisa Tsuji Tenor Recital: Singing Akane Nakanishi 2,” presented by 有限会社シン・ムジカ, will be held on December 26, 2026, at Tokyo Opera City Recital Hall. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ.
An idol stage by joint-focused idols!? Opening soon: “POP☆SWEET re:JOINT” Rise up! Along with the undulation of the joints. Running from November 11 at Nakano The Pocket
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The stage production “POP☆SWEET re:JOINT,” planned by SFIDA ENTERTAINMENT, will run at Nakano The Pocket from November 11, 2026. Tickets will be sold through カンフェティ (operated by ロングランプランニング).
【松坂屋名古屋店】Sweets from popular shops with lines and buzz on social media are coming! Enjoy the “now” of Fukuoka! “Fukuoka Fair” starts November 11 (Wednesday)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The “Fukuoka Fair” will be held at 松坂屋名古屋店 starting November 11, featuring gourmet foods from popular shops and trending on social media, as well as sales of traditional crafts and hands-on events.
【Biople (Biople)】Beauty Inside and Out! Two Lucky Bags Exclusive to This Select Shop to Brighten the Start of the New Year
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The select shop “Biople,” operated by 株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ, will launch its “Beauty Lucky Bag” and “Inner Care Lucky Bag” at stores nationwide and on its WEB STORE from Jan. 1, 2027.
Facts
Jan. 1, 2027
48% OFF
¥7,777 (tax included)
¥4,833 (tax included)
From 10:00 a.m. on Nov. 13, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Biople、Biop、MASH GO GREEN STORE
【LILY BROWN】Collaboration with TAION, Japan’s first inner-down brand, comes to life! <Available online and nationwide from Monday, Nov. 9>
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
LILY BROWN, the women’s brand of 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will release its first collaboration collection with inner-down brand TAION, featuring 3 styles, from Nov. 9, 2026.
A seminar titled “The Front Lines of Resource Circulation Policy for Plastics and Chemical Recycling,” featuring speakers 大沢 梨恵子 of 経済産業省 and 高尾 正樹 of 株式会社JEPLAN, will be held on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026!!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on plastic resource circulation policy and chemical recycling on Dec. 10, 2026, with 大沢梨恵子 of 経済産業省 and 高尾正樹 of 株式会社JEPLAN as speakers.
Editors pick great books they recommend right now! The “Staff Picks! Editorial Team’s Top Books Fair, November 2026” will run from Friday, Nov. 6.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社インプレス will hold the “Staff Picks! Editorial Team’s Top Books Fair, November 2026,” offering 50% off IT- and design-related e-books, from Nov. 6 to 13, 2026.
【JAF Okinawa】10 companies and 400 used cars from across Okinawa Prefecture gather! JAF to set up a booth at the “OKINAWA New Car Authorized Dealers Used Car Fair”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
JAF沖縄支部 will exhibit at the “OKINAWA New Car Authorized Dealers Used Car Fair,” held at Koza Sports Park on Nov. 7 and 8, offering free child safety licenses and displaying an EV-charging service vehicle.
Special appearance by 別所哲也! Kodansha announces a new project focused on branded films and the creation of an award──at its business event, “Kodansha Media Conference 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
At the business event “Kodansha Media Conference 2026,” held on Oct. 30, 2026, Kodansha announced “Kodansha Editorial Film,” a new project focused on branded films, as well as the creation of an award. 別所哲也 and President 野間省伸 took the stage and introduced plans including the establishment of Hollywood-based video production company “Kodansha Studios” and a film fund business.
Facts
Winning or being selected for more than 60 awards domestically and internationally
株式会社カードラボ has named “Honoka Kosaka of μ's” as an ambassador to mark ゲーマーズ’ 30th anniversary and will release commemorative newly illustrated products from Nov. 20, 2026.
Facts
ゲーマーズ celebrates its 30th anniversary
ゲーマーズ celebrated its 30th anniversary on July 7, 2026
We are pleased to announce that the products will go on sale from Friday, Nov. 20, 2026.
Metaluxe Badge Series 3 and Series 4 are coming from the anime My Hero Academia!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Metaluxe Badge, a can badge with a shiny metallic finish, from Series 3 and Series 4 of the anime My Hero Academia is scheduled to go on sale around Jan. 22, 2027. Price: ¥880 (tax included).
6-member quirky idol group VVSiS to hold birthday commemorative production show for 戸叶キズナ! [Featuring comments from the artist]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A birthday commemorative production show by 戸叶キズナ of the 6-member idol group VVSiS was held at SHIBUYA DIVE, and tickets sold out. Upcoming activities, including a WEGO collaboration and birthday shows for other members, were also announced.
Facts
At SHIBUYA DIVE on November 5
Debuted in January 2026
WEGO collaboration in-store event on November 28
翠音むむ birthday production show on December 13
兎実ゆいな birthday commemorative production show on December 23
Debuted on January 24, 2026
Digital release on 2026.9.1
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、VVSiS、I NEW MATES、AVAM、CURE'T、WEGO
The 1 minute spent watching short videos can help with entrance exam prep! Memorize key points frequently tested on entrance exams in just “10 seconds” with ‘High School Entrance Exams: Break Through in 10 Seconds! (Science, Social Studies)’—now on sale
Cross-media project ZERO RISE: UNFIXXX to appear at Bushiroad 20th Anniversary Live at Yokohama Arena! Project’s first promotional mascot, “BIGマドカ,” also unveiled!
The official novel filling in the gaps in the original ‘Space Battleship Yamato’ series reaches its conclusion! ‘Space Battleship Yamato: Dawn Chapter, Part ３: Zarathustra Zone’ goes on sale Friday, November 6, 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社KADOKAWA will release the third part of the official ‘Dawn Chapter’ novel for ‘Space Battleship Yamato,’ ‘Zarathustra Zone,’ on November 6, 2026. This concluding installment fills in the gaps in the original series. The author is 岡秀樹, and the list price is 2,200 yen.
First comic collection by a creator from an international manga contest! ‘Kung Fu Kanful,’ a kung fu action comedy by Indian brother manga artists, Volume 1, goes on sale Friday, November 6
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社KADOKAWA will release Volume 1 of ‘Kung Fu Kanful,’ a kung fu action comedy by masterlynx, a manga artist duo from India, on November 6, 2026. The work marks the first comic collection by a winner of the international ‘Wordless Manga Contest’ and has attracted attention since its serialization began.
From “creating light” to “using light.” The latest photonics technologies tackling social challenges come together! New exhibition ‘Photonics Innovation 2026’ to be held at Pacifico Yokohama from November 10 to 12
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社オプトロニクス社 will hold ‘Photonics Innovation 2026’ at Pacifico Yokohama from November 10 to 12, 2026. Under the concept of “using light,” the exhibition will showcase how advanced photonics technologies, including lasers and optical components, can contribute to solving social challenges, and aims to create new business opportunities through cross-disciplinary collaboration. ‘Power Laser Plus 2026,’ dedicated to high-power lasers, will also be held.
TOAST, a venue in Kobe’s Kitano operated by 株式会社クレ・ドゥ・レーブ, and the popular Kobe bakery ベーカリーバカンス will collaborate to host a one-day-only Christmas lunch and dinner on December 20, 2026.
Print Christmas cards at convenience stores nationwide. A gift for partners, family and friends.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社サムライソード has added 4 new Christmas designs to its message-card printing service, ‘My Message Card.’ The service is available at approximately 63,000 convenience stores nationwide. The “Year-End and New Year Gifts” campaign is also running from November 2 to December 31, 2026.
2nd case study course for earning the IT Coordinator qualification to be held
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社日本デジタル経営パートナーズ has launched a joint offering of the “IT Coordinator Qualification Case Study Course” in partnership with 合同会社プロセスデザイン総合教育研究所. The ITCA-accredited program aims to train IT consultants for the DX era, teaching participants to develop business-reform proposals using generative AI and process thinking.
The communication app LINE now supports passkeys, enabling safer and easier account transfers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
LINE, the communications app provided by LINEヤフー株式会社, will gradually begin supporting “passkeys,” a new authentication method that enables users to log in using biometrics and other methods without a password. The feature is available in version 26.17.0 and later, and aims to ease concerns and improve convenience when transferring accounts after changing devices.
Participating as a sponsor in Sports Policy Students’ Conference (SPJ) 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社アーシャルデザイン will participate as a sponsor in the Sports Policy Students’ Conference (SPJ) 2026, to be held on 2026年11月7日・8日 at Kokushikan University’s Setagaya Campus.
[Procedures begin toward signing a sales agreement for grid-scale battery storage projects] Projects including land, equipment and rights to be handed over
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 has begun procedures toward signing a sales agreement for grid-scale battery storage projects (including Raptor) encompassing land, battery storage equipment and related rights. The company operates a business model that handles everything from site development through construction and handover.
Facts
417-kWh cabinet-type battery storage system “Raptor”
Former hotel chapel transformed into a ski and snowboard rental shop, opening December 15 [メルキュール長野松代リゾート＆スパ]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
メルキュール長野松代リゾート＆スパ will renovate the former chapel on the hotel grounds and open a ski and snowboard rental shop, along with drying and storage space, on 2026年12月15日.
Turn your favorite photo into a “Christmas trading card.” Print original cards at convenience stores, ready to include with gifts
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社サムライソード has added new Christmas-themed templates to its original trading card printing service, “推写フレーム.” Cards can be printed at approximately 63,000 convenience stores nationwide. The “Year-End and New Year Gifts” winter print gift campaign is currently underway.
Sekai no Yamachan’s Sakae location, with 28 years of history, to close; new “Honten Annex” to open!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社エスワイフード will close “Sekai no Yamachan Sakae,” which has a 28-year history, and grand-open “Sekai no Yamachan Honten Annex” in Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on 2026年12月3日.
[Opening November 6 | 7F, ルクア イーレ] Interior brand “Re:CENO,” with 500,000 total social media followers, opens its first Osaka store. Its first shopping mall location in Kansai will be directly connected to JR Osaka Station
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Interior brand “Re:CENO,” operated by 株式会社Flavor, opened its first Osaka store on 2026年11月6日 on 7F of ルクア イーレ, directly connected to JR Osaka Station. It is the brand’s first shopping mall location in Kansai and its 7th store nationwide, with a total of 500,000 social media followers.
宝島染工’s warehouse becomes a cinema! “Kino Takarajima” project launches
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
宝島染工株式会社 is launching “Kino Takarajima,” a regular screening event that uses its warehouse as a cinema. It will screen 2 films from 2026年11月20日 through 23日.
“Let AI handle the busywork and the CEO focus on sales — Building a ‘one-person entrepreneur’s back-office team’ with Codex×MCP” to be held online from 14:00 on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
一般社団法人Women AI Initiative Japan will hold “Let AI handle the busywork and the CEO focus on sales — Building a ‘one-person entrepreneur’s back-office team’ with Codex×MCP” online on 2026年11月11日. This free event for women entrepreneurs will explain how to automate work using AI agents with Codex and MCP.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
Original14:00より
Development of 51 MVPs
10 people starting businesses
Participation is free
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人Women AI Initiative Japan、WAIJ、SBクリエイティブ、農林水産省、総務省、国土交通省、内閣府、Raycast、Manus、Notion、Claude Code、Zoom、Luma
Lawyer case management service “Armana” adds AI-powered automatic email drafting
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社カイラステクノロジー, provider of “Armana,” a case management service for lawyers, has added an automatic email drafting feature powered by generative AI. The feature generates text based on an email summary entered by the user or past logs, with the aim of improving work efficiency. It is currently available free of charge as a beta version.