In an era when AI can “read between the lines,” 82.1% of couples say their ideal is to communicate in words rather than expect each other to read their minds; this year’s ideal marriage is “respect through dialogue”
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A survey on attitudes toward marriage conducted by Omiai, part of 株式会社エニトグループ, found that 82.1% chose “communicating in words” over “reading each other’s minds” as their ideal for married couples, indicating that “respect through dialogue” is the prevailing ideal.
Massive power! Experience the breathtaking blowback! The “DESERT EAGLE.50AE L6 デザートイーグル JP EDITION CO2 Ver.” goes on sale in December 2026. Get the ultimate recoil and presence in your hands.
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有限会社ライラクス plans to release the “DESERT EAGLE .50AE L6 JP EDITION CO2 Ver.,” a CO2 gas blowback gun officially licensed by MAGNUM RESEARCH, in December 2027. Price: ¥30,800 (tax included).
Macbee Planet President Shoda to speak at “B Dash Camp 2026 Fall in Fukuoka”
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株式会社Macbee Planet President and CEO Hideyuki Shoda will speak at “B Dash Camp 2026 Fall in Fukuoka,” an invitation-only conference taking place in Fukuoka on Nov. 12, 2026, where he will discuss media and advertising businesses in the age of AI.
Facts
From Nov. 11 (Wednesday) through 13 (Friday), 2026
Shoda’s session is on Nov. 12 (Thursday)
Capital: ¥2,635 million (as of the end of April 2026)
Solving the problem of employees being unable to envision their future careers: Free “Career Planning Sheet” for small and midsize businesses
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株式会社ルミッション will begin offering its “Career Planning Sheet” free of charge on Nov. 6, 2026, through “The CEO’s Double,” a service for small and midsize business owners that supports employee career development.
[Ama Town, Shimane Prefecture] TADAYOI 海士グランピング now selling its “Winter-Only Fresh Seafood Shabu-Shabu Plan” from Oct. 26
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TADAYOI 海士グランピング, a glamping facility in Ama Town, Shimane Prefecture, operated by 株式会社FoundingBase, began offering a winter-only seafood shabu-shabu plan on Oct. 26.
Publishes the October 2026 issue of “Area Market Report / Tokyo”
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三菱地所リアルエステートサービス published the October 2026 issue of “Area Market Report / Tokyo,” covering the real estate market and macroeconomic indicators in the Tokyo area. It includes key data such as rising land prices, falling office vacancy rates and soaring construction costs.
株式会社Plott announced a collaboration between the short-form animated series “テイコウペンギン,” whose YouTube channel has more than 2 million subscribers, and the day-use bathhouse “おふろの王様.” The collaboration will run at 8 locations in Tokyo, Saitama and Kanagawa from Nov. 21, 2026, to Jan. 31, 2027.
SQUEEZE to expand its Taito Ward “Minn” portfolio to 11 properties, opening “Minn 上野鶯谷” in December 2026
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株式会社SQUEEZE announced that it will open the apartment hotel “Minn 上野鶯谷” in Taito Ward, Tokyo, in December 2026, bringing the number of “Minn” properties in the ward to 11.
The lightweight design remains, now with a 14x high-magnification model. Image-stabilized binoculars “アテラII H14×30（モカブラウン）” go on sale Thursday, Nov. 19
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株式会社ビクセン will release its image-stabilized binoculars “アテラII H14×30（モカブラウン）” on Nov. 19, 2026, featuring 14x magnification while retaining a lightweight design.
Calling all knitting fans! Social media giveaway campaign to celebrate the launch of new yarn!
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藤久株式会社 will hold a social media giveaway campaign on X and Instagram to celebrate the launch of 2 new fall/winter 2026 yarns from its original yarn brand “ウイスター,” sold at the craft stores “クラフトハートトーカイ” and “クラフトパーク.”
[Nov. 21 event] A day of performances, activities and autumn flavors amid fall foliage at the “豊門公園もみじまつり” in Oyama Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, planned and operated by 一般社団法人クルラー富士おやま
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一般社団法人クルラー富士おやま, supported by 株式会社Dooox, will hold the “豊門公園もみじまつり” at 豊門公園 in Oyama Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 21, 2026. The event is hosted by Oyama Town and will feature stage events, hands-on workshops, motsu nabe for sale and illuminated fall foliage.
A jump starter and battery charger that needs no charging, for cars being prepared for winter and motorcycles before hibernation. “Ignic Neo” (MTK-CE215CH) is being offered at a special price during the Amazon Smile Sale through Thursday, Nov. 12.
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三金商事 announced that its SPEEDER-brand jump starter and battery charger, “Ignic Neo” (MTK-CE215CH), will be available at a special price during the Amazon Smile Sale from Nov. 4 to 12.
— Future Potential × Job Satisfaction × Ease of Working — Winners of the “Company Award for Creating People and the Future 2026” Announced
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On November 6, Reiwa 8, 東京都板橋区 held an awards ceremony for the “Itabashi Company Award for Creating People and the Future 2026” at the Itabashi Industrial Exhibition, with 7 companies, including 河島コンクリート工業株式会社, receiving awards.
Facts
Nov. 6, Reiwa 8
Tel.: 3579-2172
Companies mentioned：東京都板橋区、河島コンクリート工業株式会社、しおきデンタルクリニック、集塵装置株式会社、大成興業株式会社、株式会社メイコー、株式会社MEDICAL COLOR
Preliminary rounds announced for the world’s largest kids’ dance event, “Mynavi DANCEALIVE 2027 KIDS KANTO”! The top 2 point earners in each region advance to the finals in April
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株式会社アノマリー announced that it will hold the Kanto regional preliminary round of “Mynavi DANCEALIVE 2027,” the world’s largest kids’ dance event, and that the top 2 point earners in each region will advance to the finals in April.
Sales begin for a premium night tour where general contractor engineers unravel the “Underground Shrine of Flood Control”!
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Tobu Top Tours and Sato Kogyo have teamed up to begin selling a premium night tour that includes a special nighttime visit to the Metropolitan Area Outer Underground Discharge Channel.
４℃ HOMME＋ × TAAKK: A limited-time pop-up at Amanojak., featuring carefully selected items reflecting its distinctive aesthetic
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A capsule collection collaboration between the jewelry brand ４℃ HOMME＋, owned by 株式会社エフ・ディ・シィ・プロダクツ, and fashion brand TAAKK will be available as a limited-time pop-up at select shop Amanojak. in Kitasenju, Tokyo, from November 7 to 15, 2026.
A large official Bandai “Gashapon®” specialty store is coming! The Gashapon Bandai Official Shop at イトーヨーカドーアリオ八尾店 opens Friday, November 20, 2026!
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株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス and 株式会社バンダイナムコアミューズメント will open the “Gashapon Bandai Official Shop” inside イトーヨーカドーアリオ八尾店 in Yao, Osaka Prefecture, on November 20, 2026.
Facts
430 machines
Nov. 20, 2026
71.4㎡
Approximately 21.6 tsubo
10:00～21:00
Original800円/1回
Original300円/1回
Original500円/1回
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、株式会社バンダイナムコアミューズメント、株式会社バンダイ、イトーヨーカドーアリオ八尾店、Cartoon Network、JOYNET、Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.、久保帯人、集英社、テレビ東京、dentsu、ぴえろ、小学館、青山剛昌、高橋留美子、あだち充、藤田和日郎、満田拓也、西森博之、NHK、NED、Bandai Namco Experience Inc.、Bandai Namco Amusement Inc.
Sponsorship commercial begins for the popular Ryukyu Broadcasting (RBCiラジオ) program “Radio Bar Nangoku no Yoru”
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株式会社ツクリエ will begin airing a sponsorship commercial on November 7, 2026, during the popular Ryukyu Broadcasting (RBCiラジオ) program “Radio Bar Nangoku no Yoru.”
Facts
Nov. 7, 2026
Every Saturday
22:00〜23:00
October 30, 2027
Approximately 8,000 startup consultations annually
【てんや】Winter flavors, including snow crab, and warm dipping soba arrive: “Crab and Scallop Winter Feast Tendon,” “Tenya-Style Duck Dipping Soba” and more
We will present letters of appreciation to everyone who has contributed to local crime prevention activities
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四街道市 will hold a ceremony to present letters of appreciation to 17 members of the Citizens’ Safety Patrol who have contributed to local crime prevention activities.
A dream collaboration between 2 winter favorites, motsu hot pot and Umakacchan! “Umakacchan” <Maedaya-supervised motsu hot pot-style tonkotsu> launches for a limited time starting Monday, November 16, 2026
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House Foods will launch “Umakacchan” motsu hot pot-style tonkotsu, supervised by Hakata Motsunabe Maedaya, in limited quantities starting November 16, 2026.
Sharing the appeal of overseas travel and encouraging people to take the first step abroad: “From Centrair to the World! Find the Trip That’s Right for Me!” held
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中部国際空港株式会社 partnered with VOICE, an international exchange student organization at 中京大学, to hold an event promoting overseas travel at the “73rd Chukyo University Festival,” which drew a cumulative total of more than 2,000 visitors over 2 days.
Facts
Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1, 2026
“G LION 39 Fair” to be held simultaneously at locations nationwide starting Saturday, November 28, 2026!
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To mark its 40th anniversary, ジーライオングループ will hold the “G LION 39 Fair” at locations nationwide from November 28 to December 6, 2026. The event will feature consultations and maintenance offers from 33 car brands, as well as special plans at lifestyle facilities.
【CIBONE】The 2026 holiday season theme “More Than Gift.” starts Saturday, November 21
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CIBONE will launch its holiday season, “More Than Gift.,” on Nov. 21, 2026, with pop-up events and trunk shows at its Omotesando and Ginza stores featuring brands and artists including ISIR, GIFTED, ウサギノネドコ, Ambientec, BLANKMAG, ヨシノヒトシ, ASAMI FUJIKAWA, MiOA and TEPPEI.
Supporting Japan’s 17 government priority sectors: Launch of “AI Resilience Data Platform” to help organizations responsible for disaster prevention and national resilience become AI Native Enterprises!
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AIデータ株式会社 has launched the “AI Resilience Data Platform,” which integrates 3 AI Data Platforms for the disaster prevention and national resilience sector, one of Japan’s 17 government priority sectors.
Facts
17 priority sectors
Established: April 2015
Capital: 100 million yen
Capital reserve of 1.525 billion yen
For more than 20 years
More than 10,000 companies
More than 1 million customers
No. 1 in unit sales for 17 consecutive years at the BCN Awards
Companies mentioned：AIデータ株式会社、AIデータ社、Tokkyo.Ai、リーガルテックVDR、AI孔明 on IDX、IDX、防衛省
Set off on a family adventure. Capture this winter’s memories in a single photo! Nijigen no Mori “Dragon Quest Island” “Winter Family Adventure Photo Set”
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The “Winter Family Adventure Photo Set” will be sold exclusively through advance web reservations for a limited time, from Nov. 21, 2026, to Jan. 11, 2027, at the Dragon Quest Island attraction at the Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island.
Recover the “explosive tags” hidden in the wilderness and save your village allies! Nijigen no Mori “NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato” special mission: “Explosive Tag Recovery Mission Returns”
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The special mission “Explosive Tag Recovery Mission Returns” will be held at the “NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato” attraction at the Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island from Dec. 5 to Feb. 28. Participants must recover the hidden explosive tags within the 15-minute time limit. Those who complete the mission will receive an original sticker.
Facts
Limited-time event from Dec. 5 (Sat.) to Feb. 28 (Sun.)
Within the 15-minute time limit
A site spanning the equivalent of about 28 Tokyo Domes
三井住友カード launches “Revolving Payment and Installment Challenge Campaign,” offering 10,000 yen cash back to 1,000 winners selected by lottery
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三井住友カード will run the “Revolving Payment and Installment Challenge Campaign” from Nov. 2, 2026, to Jan. 31, 2027, offering 10,000 yen cash back to 1,000 eligible winners selected by lottery.
TikTok LIVE teams up with 旭川冬まつり実行委員会 to showcase winter in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, through music performances by creators
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TikTok LIVE is partnering with 旭川冬まつり実行委員会 to present music performances by selected creators and LIVE broadcasts from the venue at the 68th Asahikawa Winter Festival, being held from Feb. 6 to 11, 2027.
Facts
68th Asahikawa Winter Festival
From Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027
During the event through Thursday, Feb. 11 (national holiday)
Nurtured on the islands of the Ryukyus. Introducing the makers whose work brings color to the hotel / ザ ロイヤルパークホテル アイコニック 那覇
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ザ ロイヤルパークホテル アイコニック 那覇 is holding a panel exhibition in its lobby from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026, introducing artists and workshops from Okinawa Prefecture to mark the completion of the main hall of Shuri Castle.
[Independent survey] 2026 edition: Ranking of hotels and inns popular with international visitors [Tokyo Station area] No. 1 is “MIMARU東京 八丁堀”! | Ranking of popular hotels and inns for inbound visitors #Inbound #MEO
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株式会社mov has released a ranking of hotels and inns popular with international visitors near Tokyo Station, based on its independent analysis of data from 訪日ラボ and 口コミコム. “MIMARU東京 八丁堀” ranked No. 1, with 530 foreign-language reviews over the year.
Facts
155 properties
11,307 reviews
7,938 reviews
530 reviews
32 sites
Companies mentioned：株式会社mov、MIMARU東京 八丁堀、MIMARU東京 STATION EAST、MIMARU東京 日本橋水天宮前、ホテルSUI神田 by ABEST、マンダリン オリエンタル 東京、三井ガーデンホテル大手町、レム東京京橋、パレスホテル東京、ホテルメトロポリタン 丸の内 HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO MARUNOUCHI、MIMARU SUITES 東京日本橋、訪日ラボ、口コミコム、Googleマップ、訪日ラボ ソリューションストア、trial JAPAN
Koikeya snacks and characters appear in Doki Doki Kuji! “Koikeya Kuji” launches Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
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株式会社湖池屋 will launch “Koikeya Kuji” through 廣川株式会社’s lottery brand “Doki Doki Kuji” at bookstores and other locations nationwide starting Nov. 28, 2026.
株式会社ロフト will open Takaoka Loft inside Alpla Town Takaoka in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, on Nov. 20, 2026. It will be the company’s 192nd store nationwide and its 3rd in Toyama Prefecture, as well as Loft’s first standalone suburban roadside store.
Enjoy dressing up as a ninja for photos and searching for secret codes! The Karakuri Mansion at 忍野 しのびの里 reopens on Nov. 7 (Sat) after renovations, with a ninja experience
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The Karakuri Mansion at 忍野 しのびの里, operated by 株式会社ピカ, will reopen after renovations on Nov. 7, 2026, with new attractions including ninja dress-up photos and secret-code hunts. In addition, express bus service will begin in cooperation with the Fujikyu Railway Line to improve access.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
From Oct. 1, 2026
Arrive in approximately 25 minutes with no stops
900 yen for adults
800 yen discount for elementary school students
Adults (junior high school age and older): 2,800 yen
Children (elementary school students): 1,500 yen
Adults (junior high school students and older): 1,900 yen
Children (elementary school students): 1,400 yen
Preschool children (ages 3 to pre-elementary school): 1,100 yen
“It’s never too late to learn English”: A seminar on winning strategies for English communication for managers in the AI era will be held on Dec. 9 (Wed)
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Sankei Human Learning and 株式会社教育測定研究所 (JIEM) will hold a free online seminar for managers in the AI era on Dec. 9, 2026. Yusuke Saito will speak about an intensive short-term learning method based on “moving beyond memorization.”
[tk.TAKEO KIKUCHI] A special feature on the “Coat Collection” to elevate your winter wardrobe launches Nov. 6 (Fri)
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Men’s brand tk.TAKEO KIKUCHI, operated by 株式会社エクスプローラーズトーキョー, part of the World Group, launched a special feature page on its official online store on Nov. 6, showcasing 3 new coats made with melton fabric.
About 180,000 entries! “OZbooks Award” selected in the essay category and “OZcomics Award” in the manga category of the “Creative Awards 2026”
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Starts Publishing took part in the “Creative Awards 2026,” a creative contest hosted by note, and selected the “OZbooks Award” in the essay category and the “OZcomics Award” in the manga category. The contest received about 180,000 entries.
Keita Machida graces the cover in a look reminiscent of a “genius pianist.” AERA STYLE MAGAZINE vol.61 on sale!
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AERA STYLE MAGAZINE vol.61 goes on sale on Nov. 6, 2026. Keita Machida is on the cover, and the main feature, “Traveling with a Sense of Style,” includes appearances by Sho Kasamatsu and others.
Words woven through an extraordinary conversation gathered in 1 book: “The Power to Live” by 大阿闍梨 塩沼亮潤 and 羽生結弦 goes on sale Dec. 9! Notice of buyer-exclusive bonuses from Amazon and 楽天ブックス
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Sekai Bunka Publishing will release the conversation collection “The Power to Live” by 大阿闍梨 塩沼亮潤 and 羽生結弦 on Dec. 9, 2026. Buyer-exclusive bonuses will be available through Amazon and 楽天ブックス.
[リーガロイヤルホテル大阪] Limited-time offer! Last year’s popular “sweet showdown” returns! “Strawberry vs. Chocolate Afternoon Tea”
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The “Strawberry vs. Chocolate Afternoon Tea” will be available for a limited time at the main lounge of リーガロイヤルホテル大阪 from Nov. 24, 2026, to Feb. 14, 2027. Prices range from 8,000 yen to 9,500 yen, and a Christmas-exclusive version will also be offered.
[ecostore] 2027 lucky bags are here! A limited-quantity special set packed with popular laundry and home-care items
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株式会社ecostore JAPAN will begin accepting reservations on Nov. 13, 2026, for 3 types of 2027 lucky bags from New Zealand-born brand ecostore: a popular-items set, a large-capacity set, and an アトレ恵比寿店-exclusive set. Every set includes a collaboration bottle and an eco bag exclusive to the partnership with artist Chocomoo.
Facts
2027 lucky bags
3 types in total
Available starting Nov. 13, 2026 (Fri)
35% OFF
45% off
1,000 yen off coupon
55% OFF
Companies mentioned：株式会社ecostore JAPAN、ecostore、Chocomoo、アトレ恵比寿店、GO GREEN STORE、楽天エコストア公式ショップ
A seminar titled “Practical Processes for Turning Intellectual Property into Business Results,” led by Principal Rui Ibuki of アーサー・ディ・リトル・ジャパン株式会社, will be held on Dec. 10, 2026!!
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The New Social Systems Research Institute will hold a seminar on “Practical Processes for Turning Intellectual Property into Business Results” on Dec. 10, 2026, with Rui Ibuki of Arthur D. Little Japan as the speaker.
Overcome areas of difficulty and build solid academic skills and practical ability for the new school year: Sign One winter courses open for students from elementary school grade 1 through high school grade 3
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株式会社学研スタディエ will open its Sign One winter courses on Dec. 23, 2026, for students from elementary school grade 1 through high school grade 3. The program aims to build academic skills for the new school year and includes free trial lessons, a math reasoning quest, and a campaign offering free January tuition.
Facts
Courses begin sequentially from Dec. 23, 2026 (Wed)
For students from elementary school grade 1 through high school grade 3
Original全期間0円でご受講いただけます
4 sessions in total
Those who complete enrollment procedures by Jan. 9, 2027 (Sat)
The complete strategy guide for Splatoon Raiders is coming from Dengeki on Nov. 26! Packed with official data on weapons, gadgets and treasure powers, plus complete walkthroughs for every Salmonid and dungeon!
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage announced that it will release “Splatoon Raiders: The Complete Guide,” a comprehensive strategy guide for the Nintendo Switch 2 game Splatoon Raiders, on Nov. 26, 2026.
Facts
To be published on Nov. 26, 2026 (Thu)
Packed into 400 pages
List price: 2,970 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、任天堂株式会社、株式会社KADOKAWA
Original「ガンダムエース25周年記念」アニメイト全国フェア＆巡回オンリーショップが明日11月7日（土）～開催！ サイン会・安彦良和「機動戦士ガンダム THE ORIGIN」ほか有償特典付き全巻セット一挙公開
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株式会社KADOKAWA will hold a fair and an exclusive shop at アニメイト stores nationwide from Nov. 7, 2026, to mark the 25th anniversary of the launch of the magazine “ガンダムエース.” The events will include sales of goods featuring artwork by creators including Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, as well as e-book sets, and autograph sessions.
Content inside BASE LAYER HOTEL KOBE SANNOMIYA, a culture-focused business hotel opening Nov. 10 (Tuesday), unveiled
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FHG hotels株式会社, part of the 霞ヶ関キャピタルグループ, and 株式会社GREENING have unveiled details of the in-hotel offerings, including a restaurant, music bar, spa and guest rooms, at BASE LAYER HOTEL KOBE SANNOMIYA, which is set to open on Nov. 10, 2026.
First adopted in public education: “ユニコーンラボ” launches new class that lets elementary school students experience entrepreneurship, combining food education, ICT and financial education
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株式会社UNICORN PoPo will hold an off-site class on Nov. 17, 2026, for 5th-grade students at 宜野座村立宜野座小学校 in Okinawa Prefecture, combining hydroponic cultivation with financial and entrepreneurship experiences. This marks the first time ユニコーンラボ has been introduced into classes at a public elementary school nationwide, as part of an initiative integrating ICT education, food education and financial education.
Facts
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
For 5th-grade students, 3３ people
Original開始から1年半で1,000人以上の子どもたちが取り組んできた
Six “farms” completed in the classroom
The LED lights on all 6 kits switched on at once
The number of people whose primary occupation is agriculture fell by about 30% over the 10 years from 2010
New release: Recommended as a first in-car baby monitor! Wireless camera “初めてのミマモ” AN-M037 is ideal for keeping an eye on babies and pets! 1,000-yen-off coupons available to mark the launch!
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株式会社慶洋エンジニアリング began selling the in-car-compatible wireless baby monitor “初めてのミマモ（AN-M037）” on Nov. 5, 2026, and is running a campaign offering a 1,000-yen-off coupon through its official online shop.
【voco大阪セントラル】“Christmas Picture Book Afternoon Tea,” designed to rekindle the excitement of childhood, runs from Nov. 21 (Saturday).
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voco大阪セントラル will offer its “Christmas Picture Book Afternoon Tea” for a limited time from Nov. 21 to Dec. 27, 2026, alongside classic Christmas menu items and dinner courses.
Experience the fun of sports and the importance of good health!
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藤枝市役所 will hold “Sports & Health Festa in Fujieda 2026” on Dec. 12 to promote awareness of sports and health. The 20th edition will feature 22 sports areas and 14 health booths, with outdoor events being introduced for the first time.
KIREIdesign to hold “Christmas Gut Health Wine Gathering” in Ebisu on Dec. 19 (Saturday)
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KIREIdesign will hold its “Christmas Gut Health Wine Gathering” on Dec. 19, 2026, at FELLOWS Bistro＆Bar in Ebisu, Tokyo. The event will include a gut health seminar, special food and wine, and a live performance by the music unit “dear.” Admission is 9,800 yen, and capacity is 37 people.
Free shipping on seafood products from disaster-hit areas. 水産庁 partners again this fiscal year with 食べチョク and パソナ農援隊 in its “Seafood Processing Product New Development Matching Project”
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株式会社ビビッドガーデン is partnering with 株式会社パソナ農援隊 under 水産庁’s subsidy program, the “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Support Project to Accelerate Sales for the Recovery of the Fisheries Industry,” to offer free shipping on seafood products from disaster-hit areas starting Nov. 6, 2026.
Facts
Even now, 15 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake
A network of more than 12,000 producers nationwide
The number of users is 1.4 million
About 50,000 carefully selected products
9 No. 1 rankings
Compared with 13 domestic services
An online survey of 572 members of the general public
An online survey of 2,000 members of the general public
An online survey of 845 people working in primary industries
【Robotics】【AI】【GMSL2 Camera】8MP OmniVision: High-performance camera solution “SG8-OX08DC-G2G-Hxxx” expands the possibilities of AI vision, from automotive applications to robotics
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アスメック株式会社 began offering Sensing社’s 8MP high-resolution camera module “SG8-OX08DC-G2G-Hxxx” on Nov. 04. It features an OMNIVISION sensor and a Maxim serializer, and supports automotive and robotics applications.
Companies mentioned：日産自動車株式会社、福島日産自動車株式会社、株式会社ナプロアース、損害保険ジャパン株式会社、フォーアールエナジー株式会社、住友三井オートサービス株式会社、ＳＯＭＰＯホールディングス株式会社、International Energy Agency (IEA)、福島オート商事株式会社、住友商事
【Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture】“Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just 6mL of blood, begins accepting reservations for December at ぎふ頭痛 脳神経クリニック
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株式会社レナテック has begun accepting reservations for its “Metallo-Balance Test” from December at its partner medical institution, ぎふ頭痛脳神経クリニック. The test assesses cancer and MCI risks using a 6mL blood sample, and the cumulative number of people tested has surpassed 100,000.
Facts
17 types of trace elements in the blood
The test takes about 15 minutes
Patented in 9 countries worldwide, including Japan
Cumulative number of people tested: 100,000
Cancer risk test: 19,800 yen (tax included)
Cancer and cognitive risk test set: 24,200 yen (tax included)
【TAC Certified Public Accountant】Individual consultation session with instructor Terada, head teacher at the Tachikawa school, to be held Nov. 12 (Thursday) from 19:00
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TAC株式会社 will hold an online individual consultation session on Nov. 12 with instructor Terada, head teacher at its Tachikawa school.
【Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture】“Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just 6mL of blood, begins accepting reservations for December at 操健康クリニック
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株式会社レナテック announced that 操健康クリニック in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, has begun accepting reservations from December for the company-developed “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive risks.
Facts
17 types of trace elements in the blood
The test takes about 15 minutes
Cumulative number of people tested: 100,000
Cancer risk test: 19,800 yen (tax included)
Cancer and cognitive risk test set: 24,200 yen (tax included)
[Nakatsugawa, Gifu Prefecture] “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just a 6mL blood sample, begins accepting reservations for December onward at 竹内医院
[Dec. 18, Tokyo] 7th HGPI Salon 2025-2026: Looking to the future of Japan’s social security system—“Lessons from pandemic preparedness: the past and the future”
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人 日本医療政策機構、HGPI、Health and Global Policy Institute、公益財団法人結核予防会、WHO、独立行政法人地域医療機能推進機構、JCHO、NPO法人「全世代」、新型インフルエンザ等対策推進会議、北海道大学医学部保健学科看護学専攻、アフリカ ザンビア共和国、JICAボランティア
[Suwa, Nagano Prefecture] “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just a 6mL blood sample, begins accepting reservations for December onward at 岸耳鼻咽喉科医院
日本工学院専門学校 introduces BytePlus generative AI service “Lumina” in classes
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日本工学院専門学校, operated by 学校法人片柳学園, announced that it will introduce BytePlus’s generative AI service “Lumina” and video-generation AI model “Dreamina Seedance” in classes for its Global Animation Creator program, which opens in April 2027.
[Nagano, Nagano Prefecture] “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just a 6mL blood sample, begins accepting reservations for December onward at 栗田病院
Ehime Children’s Castle’s “LIGHT PARKS®” opens Nov. 14! A satellite venue will also open at 松山市 Station Plaza
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Originalフェスタ・ルーチェ in えひめこどもの城実行委員会は、2026年11月14日から2027年1月31日まで「えひめこどもの城」でイルミネーションイベント「LIGHT PARKS® spotlighted by FeStA LuCe」を開催する。テーマは「オトナメク、ナイトジャーニー」。また、松山市駅前広場にもサテライト会場が設置される。
Facts
Starting Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Until Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027
Advance: adults ¥1,300
Children ¥600
At the door: adults ¥1,500
Children ¥800
Event hours: from 17:30
～21:30
Companies mentioned：セーラー広告株式会社、フェスタ・ルーチェ in えひめこどもの城実行委員会、フェスタ・ルーチェ実行委員会、オフィスミゴト、松山市、愛媛県、愛媛県教育委員会、愛媛新聞社、南海放送、テレビ愛媛、あいテレビ、愛媛朝日テレビ、FM愛媛、慶応幼稚園
[Nabari, Mie Prefecture] “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just a 6mL blood sample, begins accepting reservations for December onward at 総合医療クリニック桔梗
Safety education program by the global attractions industry association IAAPA also featured! “Leisure & Outdoor Japan 2026” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from Nov. 25
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TSO International株式会社 will hold “Leisure & Outdoor Japan 2026” at Tokyo Big Sight from Nov. 25, 2026. About 300 companies will exhibit, and IAAPA’s safety education program and specialized seminars will be held.
A must-see for cycling fans! “BICYCLE CROSSING SHIBUYA” brings together bike shows, photo exhibitions and a flea market!
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東京サイクルデザイン専門学校 will hold the cycling event “BICYCLE CROSSING SHIBUYA” in Shibuya on Nov. 29, 2026. A variety of programs are planned, including a trials bike show, photo exhibition and market.
[New from WANDRD（ワンダード）] New camera straps are here! Launch of the “Magnetic Camera Strap” series, featuring a proprietary magnetic mechanism for instant one-handed attachment and detachment
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American camera bag brand WANDRD will launch its “Magnetic Camera Strap” series, featuring a proprietary magnetic mechanism for one-handed operation, on Nov. 13, 2026. 銀一株式会社 will handle sales as its exclusive distributor in Japan.
Investment in GHGSat, which operates a global satellite-based greenhouse gas monitoring business
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Mitsubishi Electric, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank and Climate Investment are investing in GHGSat, a greenhouse gas monitoring provider, to accelerate the development of a Tip&Cue-style service and the realization of a decarbonized society.
Facts
October 2026
Founded in 2011
November 2024
FY2026
US$1.8 billion in total
More than 45 climate tech companies
From 2019 through 2025
Cumulative reduction of 208 million tons of CO2-equivalent GHG emissions
More than US$600 million in business value created
[Shirakawa, Gifu Prefecture] “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks with just a 6mL blood sample, begins accepting reservations for December onward at 白川病院
At “Youth Spot,” a place for children created by university students, turn companies’ core businesses into experiences for children. Launch of the corporate collaboration program “TRIAS”
PRO CLINIC plans to open its first clinic in Kansai, “PRO CLINIC Ashiya,” on Friday, December 4, 2026
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PRO CLINIC will open its first clinic in Kansai, “PRO CLINIC Ashiya,” in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, on December 4, 2026. It will offer cosmetic surgery, dermatology and men’s healthcare services provided by plastic surgeons, and will be the clinic’s 3rd location, following Ginza and Okinawa.
“Startup DEI Forum 2026” to be held on 12/18: Learn through data, drive change with capital, and learn from the world. Moving DEI from “understanding” to “implementation”
HOBE ENERGY announces the HOBE HP2-208 energy storage system for low-voltage grid-connected storage facilities
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HOBE ENERGY株式会社 has developed the HOBE HP2-208 energy storage system for low-voltage grid-connected storage facilities, with a rated output of 49.9kW and storage capacity of 208kWh. Shipments are scheduled to begin in March 2027.
Facts
Rated output: 49.9kW
Storage capacity: 208kWh
Shipments are scheduled to begin in March 2027
We have received orders for more than 15 energy storage system projects to date
Cheese Group to exhibit at Inter BEE for 3 consecutive years and give an exhibitor presentation
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Cheese Group will exhibit at Inter BEE 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from November 18, 2026, for the 3rd consecutive year, and will also give an exhibitor presentation.
【Event on November 7】Announcing the lineup of all 66 brands exhibiting at TOKYO WATCH WOW!! 2026 in Tennoz! Floor map, presentation stage, and limited-edition merchandise for the one-day watch festival revealed
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株式会社シーズ・ファクトリー has announced details of TOKYO WATCH WOW!! 2026, a one-day watch festival to be held on November 7, 2026, at B&C HALL and D HALL in Tennoz. It has unveiled the exhibitor list featuring 66 brands from Japan and abroad, a floor map, a special stage program, and information on sales of the official guidebook and limited-edition merchandise.
Facts
All 66 brands
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
1,200 yen (tax included)
1,500 yen (tax included)
¥200 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社シーズ・ファクトリー、Watch LIFE NEWS、KUOE、Chrono24、TOKYO WATCH WOW!!実行委員会
Only 9.5% of departments have procedures for their most critical Excel and paper-based tasks, allowing anyone to handle them | Survey on the state of “visualizing operations” among 221 back-office employees
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社NTTデータビジネスブレインズ, 79.2% of routine back-office tasks are handled using Excel, paper, and email, while just 9.5% of departments have procedures that allow anyone to handle the work. “Poor visibility into operations” and “difficulty seeing the effects” were cited as reasons why efforts to improve operations stall and why visualization does not progress.
We will speak at a specialized seminar at “Back Office DXPO Tokyo '26 [Autumn]”
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株式会社デリバリーコンサルティング will speak at a specialized seminar at “Back Office DXPO Tokyo '26 [Autumn],” to be held on November 17 and 18, 2026, and will discuss automating operations by combining AI, RPA, and data utilization.
A Christmas celebration with Gachapin and Mukku at Shimokitazawa commercial space “reload.” Running from Friday, December 4, under the theme “reload YOUR LOVE.”
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株式会社GREENING will host the collaborative Christmas event “reload YOUR LOVE” with Gachapin and Mukku at the Shimokitazawa commercial space “reload” beginning December 4, 2026.
【New product from ライトピックスラボ】CoGrip thumb grip with hot shoe functionality now available. Compatible with RICOH GR IV/ GR III and FUJIFILM X100VI/ X-E5/ X-M5
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銀一株式会社 is launching the CoGrip thumb grip with hot shoe functionality from Hong Kong brand ライトピックスラボ (LightPix Labs). It is compatible with RICOH GR IV/III and FUJIFILM X100VI/X-E5/X-M5, and is priced at 6,380 yen (tax included).
Activities in Gifu Prefecture during the “Autumn Children First Month”
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The Gifu and Gifu Chuo branches of 損害保険ジャパン株式会社 will hold the “Mirai Waku-Waku! Children's Work Experience Festa in Gifu” in Gifu Prefecture in conjunction with the Children and Families Agency’s “Autumn Children First Month,” and will support the Orange Ribbon Child Abuse Prevention Campaign by lighting up locations.