A grown-up “exhausted senryu” project featuring Shiraku Tatekawa launches! An empathetic promotion addressing everyday health concerns that everyone faces.
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株式会社野口医学研究所 is launching “An Adult’s Honest, Exhausted Senryu,” a campaign featuring rakugo performer Shiraku Tatekawa to promote its new supplement brand “Smart X,” released on Oct. 16, 2026.
Special page explores the importance of data utilization, using videos to explain the gap between struggling and growing companies | イー・エージェンシー
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株式会社イー・エージェンシー has launched “AI-POWERED SOCIETY,” a special page explaining the importance of data utilization. The page features a video illustrating differences between companies based on their use of data, along with support plans based on a 5-stage data maturity model.
Collaborative hair salon “RETOUCH by fifth” to open “GINZA II,” its 2nd location in the Ginza area, on Oct. 26, 2026
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株式会社CiiK and fifth group announced that they will open “GINZA II,” the 2nd location in the Ginza area for their collaborative hair salon “RETOUCH by fifth,” on Oct. 26, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 26, 2026
54 locations in total
More than 1 million followers in total
Seats: 16
Companies mentioned：株式会社CiiK、fifth group、株式会社fifth、株式会社JINN、RETOUCH、大人男子ラボ、Tools8、WELCOME TO JUNCTION、伊勢丹新宿店メンズ館、阪急メンズ東京、LOFT、ファミリーマート、ホットペッパービューティ
Kanematsu, Zentan Bus, Sompo Japan and KDDI partner to begin autonomous bus trial in Toyooka City and Kinosaki Onsen
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6 parties—Toyooka City, Kanematsu, Zentan Bus, Sompo Japan, KDDI and KDDI Smart Mobility—will begin an autonomous bus trial in the Kinosaki Onsen area on Nov. 9, 2026. Using the “ROii” vehicle made by South Korea’s A2Z, they will test safety, communications and other factors with Level 2 autonomous driving.
Osaka Memorial Park named main sponsor of “Kofun Fest Hani-Cotto vol.15” at Imajozuka Kofun, supporting kofun culture as a local Osaka cemetery
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大阪メモリアルパーク販売株式会社 has been named the main sponsor of “Kofun Fest Hani-Cotto vol.15,” to be held on Nov. 22, 2026, at Imajozuka Kofun Park in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture. Together with 株式会社前方後円墳, the company will exhibit the “Takeda-style Kofun Tomb” and promote kofun culture and its cemetery services.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
Nearly 40,000 people come from across Japan in 1 day
Cross Point Solution launches “Remote IT Administration Support Service” to ease the burden on solo and dual-role IT administrators
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株式会社クロスポイントソリューション has launched the “Remote IT Administration Support Service” to ease the workload of solo and dual-role IT administrators. The service provides remote support with IT operations consultations, troubleshooting investigations, operational tasks and vendor coordination.
For companies that have introduced AI but aren't using it in the field. Our team works on-site and provides hands-on support through to adoption: “on-site, hands-on support”
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D株式会社 provides “on-site, hands-on support” to help embed AI into day-to-day operations after implementation. Its team works on-site, providing hands-on support from identifying issues and making improvements through to adoption, flexibly combining on-site and online support.
【Men’s Beauty Awards Grand Prize】Skin-science skincare brand iniks wins the grand prize in the all-in-one category at Men’s Beauty Festival 2026 with “AC Moist C Conditioner”!
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The medicated acne moisturizer “AC Moist C Conditioner” from iniks, the skincare brand of マルホ株式会社, won the grand prize in the all-in-one category at Men’s Beauty Festival 2026.
【Dec. 5 (Sat), free admission】Learn from business leaders who have grown their businesses by leveraging local resources! “Regional Vision 2026” to be held at the incubation facility “Spark Base” (Sanda City)! Limited to the first 100 applicants; advance registration required
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The talk event “Regional Vision 2026,” hosted by 兵庫県阪神北県民局, will be held on Dec. 5 at Spark Base in Sanda City. Admission is free, with space for the first 100 applicants; advance registration is required.
Eisai and Sirtus partner to provide a service supporting brain health through everyday shopping
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Eisai and Sirtus have launched a partnership to incorporate into the healthcare app “SIRU+” nutritional guidance developed by Eisai on reducing the risk of cognitive decline, with the aim of supporting brain health through everyday shopping.
Facts
8,269 domestic and international studies on nutrients and diets that reduce the risk of cognitive decline
“コワーケーション.com” offers free access to an “aptitude assessment tool” that identifies the best type of corporate retreat in 1 minute
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PerkUP株式会社 has released a free “aptitude assessment tool” on its “コワーケーション.com” platform, enabling companies to identify the best type of corporate retreat in 1 minute.
Eisai and Wellmira partner to develop dietary support services focused on brain health for the AI health app “Karomama Plus”
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Eisai and Wellmira will begin collaborating to develop and provide dietary support features focused on brain health for the AI health app “Karomama Plus”.
Applications open for certification course training instructors to teach dog and cat toothbrushing, on Nov. 8, “Good Teeth Day”
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一般社団法人日本ペット歯みがき普及協会 began accepting applications on Nov. 8 for the first cohort of its “Pet Oral Care Advisor™ Certification Course,” which trains people to teach pet owners how to brush dogs’ and cats’ teeth.
Facts
With periodontal disease and other oral conditions said to affect about 80% of dogs aged 3 and older
Periodontal disease and other oral conditions are said to affect about 70% of cats
4,103 valid responses
31.2% of pet owners said they care for their dogs’ teeth every day
We have provided toothbrushing guidance to more than 3,500 dogs and cats to date
Holding “how to brush your teeth” classes in 29 prefectures nationwide
Course fee: 77,000 yen (tax included)
Capacity: 24 people
Companies mentioned：トーラス株式会社、米国Banfield Pet Hospital、アニコムグループ、かまくらげんき動物病院、国際中獣医学院日本校、DOGSHIP LLC.、ピカワン
【On sale today!】A book featuring works by popular amigurumi artist on social media: “Swedish Dolls in Needlepoint Knitting by Tsumugi Kobo”! “Material kits” also go on sale at the official store!
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株式会社ブティック社 will release the latest book by amigurumi artist Tsumugi Kobo, “Swedish Dolls in Needlepoint Knitting by Tsumugi Kobo,” on Nov. 9, 2026, and will also begin selling material kits through its official store.
【Nov. 19】Kikuchi Sho of Rebranding to speak at “Customer Service AI Summit 2026,” hosted by FAZOM, explaining how AI evaluates company reviews
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Sho Kikuchi, representative of リブランディング株式会社, will speak at the online conference “Customer Service AI Summit 2026,” hosted by FAZOM on Nov. 19, explaining how company reviews are evaluated in the age of AI search.
株式会社Gravis currently offers cheer dance lessons at 4 イオンカルチャークラブ locations and is considering expansion to up to 13 stores, including 2 potential relocation sites and 7 potential new locations. The school operates 252 locations in total—247 in Japan and 5 in Vietnam—and plans to accelerate regional expansion with a target of 350 locations in Japan.
RED, Alibaba Tmall Japan and Yoren to explain the latest strategies in China’s cosmetics market! Free seminar “How to Win in China’s Cosmetics Market in 2027” to be held on Wed., Dec. 9
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株式会社Yoren will hold a free in-person seminar, “How to Win in China’s Cosmetics Market in 2027,” in Akasaka, Tokyo, on Dec. 9, 2026, for Japanese cosmetics and personal care companies. 3 companies—RED (小紅書), アリババ Tmall Japan and Yoren—will speak about changing Chinese consumer behavior and the latest strategies.
Introducing “YVES ROCHER (イヴ・ロシェ),” France’s No. 1*¹ skincare brand, to Japan for the first time; first-ever experiential retail store “Botanical Beauty Lab” opens
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イオンレーヴコスメ株式会社 will open Japan’s first experiential directly operated store for the French botanical beauty brand YVES ROCHER, イヴ・ロシェ イオンレイクタウンmori店, on November 20, 2026. The store will introduce 4 lines of France’s No. 1 skincare and 9 types of fragrance collections to Japan for the first time, offering a complete beauty experience based on plant research.
No. 1 seller within 3CE※1. A new shade is coming to the hugely popular 3CE Shine Reflector. Sweet, sheer tea color, launching in Japan first!
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The Seoul-based makeup brand 3CE will launch 2 new shades of its No. 1-selling lip product, 3CE Shine Reflector, tailored for Japanese customers—Still Chill and Don Beige—in Japan ahead of other markets from December 19, 2026.
Join foreign staff for an international Christmas party! The event, bringing together approximately 150 people, will be held in Shibuya on December 4!
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株式会社ワン・ステップ will hold the One Step Christmas Party 2026 at Shibuya eggman in Shibuya on December 4, 2026. Approximately 150 people are expected to attend, and companies and students interested in working with foreign staff or in inbound tourism businesses are also welcome.
The credit card picked by generative AI: 三井住友カード ranks No. 1 (61.9% mention rate) [October 2026 survey]
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A generative AI tracking survey conducted in October 2026 by 株式会社ブランディングワークス found that 三井住友カード ranked No. 1 among recommended credit cards, with a 61.9% mention rate. ChatGPT named 楽天カード as its top choice, while Gemini selected 三井住友カード. Comparison sites such as my-best.com were cited as sources supporting the responses.
Facts
61.9% mention rate
Average ranking: 1.5
ChatGPT: 楽天カード (26%)
Gemini: 三井住友カード (100%)
my-best.com (13.7% share of citations)
From 1.5万円 per month
Monthly applications rose from 1 to 83
Inquiries rose from 0 to 56
25万円 per month × 2 months
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブランディングワークス、三井住友カード、楽天カード、JCB CARD W、PayPayカード、エポスカード、リクルートカード、Amazon Prime Mastercard、dカード、au PAY カード、Marriott Bonvoy アメリカン・エキスプレス・プレミアム・カード、みずほ楽天カード、JALカード、ANAカード、my-best.com、kabutan.jp、kakaku.com、fisco.jp、diamond.jp、ChatGPT、Gemini
[3rd report] Let’s bring children with medical care needs and children with disabilities to the movies! The AYA inclusive screening of Minions & Monsters drew 6,729 people at 48 venues nationwide!
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認定NPO法人AYA held the movie screening event “Minions & Monsters” — AYA Inclusive Screenings, Summer and Fall 2026, 3rd event — for children with medical care needs and children with disabilities from September 20 to October 18, 2026, drawing a total of 6,729 people at 48 venues nationwide. The event was made possible with the cooperation of Toho-Towa, and the final day saw the highest attendance ever.
[Obuse Hokusai-kan] Play with Hokusai! Lots of kids’ items exclusive to Hokusai-kan! A look at popular items for kids from the Hokusai-kan museum shop collection
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Hokusai-kan, which celebrated its 50th anniversary this year, is showcasing children’s goods sold in its kids’ room and museum shop. Featured products include T-shirts designed by Eiji Mitooka, チークルーム T-shirts, a Hokusai snow globe, origami, picture books, hair ties, coloring pages, passport covers, comic biographies and more. The article also provides details on the products and information on using the kids’ room.
Red team wins the Rainbow Six Siege Red vs. White match! BLAST R6 OSAKA MAJOR, the first event of its kind in Japan, kicks off in Osaka
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Ubisoft announced that the Red team won the Rainbow Six Siege special event “Reboot the Memories: Siege Red vs. White.” The BLAST R6 OSAKA MAJOR, an international tournament being held in Japan for the first time, has also kicked off in Osaka, with teams competing for a total prize pool of US$600,000.
Growth DX to hold “Enterprise IT CONFERENCE 2027” and “Cybersecurity CROSS,” conferences for major companies, simultaneously on May 18; exhibitor applications now open
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株式会社Growth DX will hold “Enterprise IT CONFERENCE 2027” and “Cybersecurity CROSS” simultaneously at Hamamatsucho Convention Hall on May 18, 2027, and has opened applications for exhibitors.
Facts
Tuesday, May 18, 2027
We have held it 21 times
566 people registered
Expected attendance: 200 people
Expected attendance: 300 people
Cybersecurity CROSS runs through the end of December 2026
Enterprise IT CONFERENCE 2027 runs through January 31, 2027
Cloud-based PMS Staysee for accommodation facilities and smart lock RemoteLOCK begin system integration
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株式会社リモートロックジャパン’s smart lock RemoteLOCK and ステイシー株式会社’s cloud-based PMS Staysee have begun system integration, helping reduce front-desk staffing needs through features such as automatic PIN generation linked to reservations.
Yakuryo Kaihatsu joins the Reiwa 8 fiscal year “Kanagawa SDGs ACTION!” and launches an industry-academia-government collaboration project to explore “food that shapes my future” with 東海大学 students
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薬糧開発株式会社 has joined Kanagawa Prefecture's Reiwa 8 fiscal year “かながわSDGs ACTION!” initiative and launched a project to develop new food-related products and services in collaboration with 東海大学 students.
Facts
8 東海大学 seminar students
A workshop lasting about six months, from September 2026 through March 2027
Club Harie President Takao Yamamoto receives the Reiwa 8 Health, Labour and Welfare Minister's Award for Outstanding Skilled Workers (Contemporary Master Craftsman)
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Takao Yamamoto, representative director and president of 株式会社クラブハリエ, a Western confectionery manufacturer and retailer, has received the Reiwa 8 Health, Labour and Welfare Minister's Award for Outstanding Skilled Workers (Contemporary Master Craftsman). He follows his father, Tokuji Yamamoto, making them the second father-and-son pair to receive the award, and the award ceremony will be held in Tokyo on November 9.
Facts
Sells 8.2 million units annually
Ranked No. 1 in visitor arrivals in Shiga Prefecture for 8 consecutive years
アルパカ joins the launch of the DTCC tokenization service as a broker-dealer partner
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AlpacaDB Inc. and its group company アルパカ have joined the launch of the “DTCC Tokenization Service,” provided by U.S. securities clearing and settlement organization DTCC, as broker-dealer partners.
社会保険労務士法人とうかい to hold a free online seminar on Nov. 25 (Wednesday), “Essential steps to protect your company in the age of AI: Why neglected work rules pose a risk”
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社会保険労務士法人とうかい will hold a free online seminar on November 25, 2026, explaining the risks of reviewing work rules and measures for using AI.
シルタス and エーザイ: Bringing early detection of cognitive changes through purchasing data and preventive actions into society — selected for the Orange Innovation Project. Connecting everyday “shopping” with awareness and preventive action
サリバテック wins newly established “German Market Exploration Award – Düsseldorf” for the first time at Japan-Europe startup event “TechBIZKON X: LifeTECH+”
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株式会社サリバテック has won the newly established “German Market Exploration Award – Düsseldorf” for the first time at the pitch contest of the Japan-Europe startup event “TechBIZKON X: LifeTECH+,” held in Tokyo.
Facts
Oct. 9, 2026
15 companies
36 companies
More than 110,000 people
September 2027
Companies mentioned：株式会社サリバテック、デュッセルドルフ市経済振興局、デュッセルドルフ商工会議所、IHK Düsseldorf、オーストリア大使館商務部、ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo、在日ドイツ商工会議所、AHK Japan、ベルギー・フランダース政府貿易投資局、FIT、Swissnex、Plug and Play Japan、日欧産業協力センター、ドイツ科学・イノベーションフォーラム東京、DWIH東京、慶應義塾大学先端生命科学研究所
(株)コラントッテ supports the “MARCH対抗戦2026,” a 5-university showdown to determine the fastest and strongest in the 10,000m, as title sponsor
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株式会社コラントッテ has decided to be the title sponsor and a special supporter of the “MARCH対抗戦2026,” a 5-university 10,000m competition to be held on November 22, 2026. It has also launched a new fan site for the 青山学院大学 relay team and supports the team.
New company 株式会社リソース・ドライブ・コンサルティング established to prevent unwanted sales in M&A and enhance corporate value
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NKGRコンサルティング株式会社 will establish 株式会社リソース・ドライブ・コンサルティング in October 2026 to support business succession and M&A for mid-sized and small and medium-sized companies.
Ulike, the No. 1 IPL beauty device brand in Japan and worldwide, to exhibit at “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026” in the Harajuku area starting November 19
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Ulike株式会社 will take part in “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026,” to be held in the Harajuku area starting November 19, 2026, with product experiences and giveaway campaigns.
Facts
High output of 28 J (*3)
Use in as few as 3 sessions (*4)
Even after 30 minutes of irradiation
Brings the skin surface temperature to 16°C (*6)
Capable of 900,000 flashes (*8)
Original1回約2分(*9)
The highest output in Ulike's history: 30 J (*10)
In just 3 minutes
Minus 5°C (*11)
Noticeable results in 2 weeks
Lightweight at just 287 g
Cumulative worldwide sales of 10 million units (*17)
newmo株式会社 has raised 20.8 billion yen in a Series B round led by KDDI, bringing its cumulative funding to 40.7 billion yen. It will use the funds to accelerate the deployment of autonomous taxis in society and expand its taxi business nationwide.
Facts
20.8 billion yen
40.7 billion yen
About 1,900 vehicles nationwide
9 taxi operators
6 regions
More than 2,800 people
A fleet of 10,000 manned taxis
Operations with a fleet of about 1,000 vehicles
About 100 people at newmo itself
Companies mentioned：newmo株式会社、KDDI株式会社、KDDI、BRICKS FUND TOKYO by Mitsubishi Estate、三菱地所、Prime Partners、DG Daiwa Ventures、KRAFTIA Innovation Fund、Spiral Innovation Partners、NEX-T Tokai Innovation Fund、東海東京証券、Rice Capital、SMBC-GBグロースファンド、グローバル・ブレイン、SMBC Edge、Value Chain Innovation Fund、国際自動車、大和自動車交通、森ビルイノベーションファンド、ゆうちょ Spiral Regional Innovation Fund、横浜キャピタル、ANRI、Eight Roads Ventures Japan、Globis Capital Partners、GMO VenturePartners、Headline Asia、JAFCO、MPower Partners Fund、SBIインベストメント、慶應イノベーション・イニシアティブ、KII、フィデアキャピタル、メルカリ、りそなキャピタル、KDDIスマートモビリティ、経済産業省、NEDO
[Limited-time offering] The popular “Strawberry Pistachio” chiffon cake returns, bringing together fragrant pistachios and sweet-and-tart strawberries for a luxurious flavor!
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“MERCER bis,” a specialty shop for fresh caramel chiffon cakes operated by MERCER OFFICE株式会社, is bringing back its popular “Strawberry Pistachio Chiffon Cake” for a limited time. It will be available from Nov. 16, 2026, through Jan. 6.
Wismettac Group launches strategic partnership with agricultural startup CULTA
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Wismettac Foods, a subsidiary of Nishimoto Wismettac Holdings, has reached a basic agreement on a strategic partnership with agricultural startup CULTA. The companies will accelerate development of a vertically integrated business model using CULTA’s rapid breeding technology and Wismettac’s global sales network.
Facts
It has developed new strawberry varieties in 2 years, a process that typically takes around 10 years.
Developing new strawberry varieties, a process that typically takes around 10 years
Through a network of more than 40 locations worldwide
An immersive photo exhibition exploring the storytelling power of photography. Photographer and film producer 石井朋彦’s exhibition “How Stories Begin” will be held at 新宿 北村写真機店.
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A photo exhibition by photographer and film producer 石井朋彦, titled “How Stories Begin,” will be held at 新宿北村写真機店, operated by 株式会社キタムラ, from Dec. 1 to 30, 2026.
ビーグレン reports that Japanese national parafencer Miki Kimura will compete in the “5th Asian Para Games”
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ビバリーグレンラボラトリーズ reported that Miki Kimura, a member of Japan’s national parafencing team, competed in the “5th Asian Para Games,” held in October 2026, and highlighted its ongoing support through its penetration-technology cosmetics brand, ビーグレン.
株式会社ウィルネクスト, together with its subsidiary 株式会社ウィルネクストジョブ, will hold the online seminar “Should I Change Jobs? A First Job Change for People in Their 20s” on Wednesday, Nov. 25
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株式会社ウィルネクスト and its subsidiary 株式会社ウィルネクストジョブ will hold an online career-change seminar for people in their 20s on Nov. 25.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 25
19:00〜20:00
Explained in 1 hour
Participation fee: Free
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウィルネクスト、株式会社ウィルネクストジョブ、Willnext Job、Willnext Design、Willnext Consulting、Loved Company Japan
[Limited quantities!] “きらきら ふわふわ クリスマス,” a sensory picture book that captivates babies, set for release with a mini art board!
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東京書店株式会社 will release a limited-quantity edition of “きらきら ふわふわ クリスマス,” a sensory picture book created by すまいるママ, bundled with an original art board, starting Nov. 11.
[CLIO（クリオ） / Online launch on Friday, Nov. 20] Taking cushion foundation beauty to the next level. A new product from the popular “Kill Cover Series” delivers a dimensional, dewy look!
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Korean brand CLIO（クリオ） will launch its new cushion foundation, “クリオ キル カバー グラス クッション,” from the popular “Kill Cover Series,” online starting Nov. 20, 2026.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
¥3,960 (tax included)
Formulated with more than 70% skincare ingredients
95.00% of Samoyed owners say they are “glad they welcomed one into their home” | Meeting a puppy prompted 64.00% to bring home a dog earlier than planned; survey also examines deciding factors and the challenges of ownership [コノコトトモニ]
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コノコトトモニ, operated by 株式会社ゆずず, surveyed 100 adults who own Samoyeds. Some 95.00% said they were glad they welcomed one into their home, while 64.00% said meeting a puppy led them to bring one home earlier than planned. Deciding factors varied, including appearance and personality; challenges included shedding, exercise needs and managing the heat.
The popular annual “cherry blossom charm lip balm” returns in a limited-edition package featuring a cherry blossom blessing at Zenkoji Temple in Nagano
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Parado is releasing a limited-edition package for its Sakura Veil Lip lip serum, featuring a design inspired by a cherry blossom blessing held at Zenkoji Temple in Nagano. The product will be available in limited quantities at セブン‐イレブン from the cosmetics brand パラドゥ, operated by パラドゥ株式会社.
Grameen Japan supports and speaks at an “Impact Employment” seminar hosted by 長野商工会議所; about 30 local business leaders and HR representatives attend, with more than 90% reporting satisfaction
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一般社団法人グラミン日本 supported and spoke at an “Impact Employment” seminar hosted by 長野商工会議所, where more than 90% of about 30 participants said they were satisfied.
Facts
Thursday, October 15, 2026
In the survey, 90.9% of respondents said they were “satisfied” with the seminar overall
SEKIYA RESORT テラス御堂原 begins serving a winter-only fugu dinner course at its restaurant 雪月花
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The restaurant 雪月花 at SEKIYA RESORT テラス御堂原, operated by 株式会社関屋リゾート, has begun serving a winter-only fugu dinner course. The price is ¥16,500 (tax included).
Facts
More than 120 years of history
7 dishes prepared using different cooking methods
Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
Grew sales more than 30 times
Operates 3 facilities
At the top of about 1,500 companies nationwide
Established: June 8, 1965
Companies mentioned：株式会社関屋リゾート、SEKIYA RESORT、テラス御堂原、雪月花、Rock＆SteamGALLERIA MIDOBARUテラス御堂原別邸はる樹、株式会社SEKIYA RESORT、Great Place to Work® Institute Japan
Reading group announcement: 『The Knowledge Capital of Nations』 by Eric Hanushek and Ludger Woessmann
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AIマネー大学株式会社 will hold a reading group focused on 『The Knowledge Capital of Nations』 by Eric Hanushek and Ludger Woessmann. The session will be led by 山中裕 and discuss the relationship between knowledge capital and economic growth, as well as education policy.
“Space-age materials” come to winter blankets! 4-layer and 6-layer blankets combining highly insulating aerogel with graphene, designed for warmth and a soft feel, arrive at リコメン堂
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株式会社ジェネレーションパス has begun offering 4-layer and 6-layer blankets made with insulating aerogel and graphene at its e-commerce shop, リコメン堂.
Facts
More than 90% is composed of air
The material's thermal conductivity is said to be 0.013 W/(m·K)
The reference value for typical down is 0.06 W/(m·K)
Results showed that it suppresses temperature rises by about 17°C
Compared with an antibacterial activity value of 2.2 or higher
A result of 5.8 was obtained
Formaldehyde content testing showed a result of 20 μg or less
Edenred Japan to exhibit at General Affairs, Human Resources and Accounting Week Osaka: With expanded tax-exempt limits as a tailwind, adoption of Ticket Restaurant is growing. See, learn about and experience the cutting edge of evolving meal subsidies!
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株式会社エデンレッドジャパン will exhibit at the 11th General Affairs, Human Resources and Accounting Week Osaka, to be held at Intex Osaka in November 2026. The company will introduce Ticket Restaurant, offer an interactive experience in collaboration with サントリー's Jihanpi, and hold mini-seminars.
Facts
Original2026年11月18日（水）～20日（金）
Grew to about 12.6 times the 2021 level
Adopted by more than 4,000 companies in Japan
More than 220,000 compatible vending machines nationwide
¥5,500 (tax included) thereafter
More than 300,000 users
FY2025 consolidated total sales: 3 billion euros
Companies mentioned：株式会社エデンレッドジャパン、サントリー、RX Japan 合同会社、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構、エデンレッドグループ
シラカチ 日本料理 to launch its New Ryukyu Kaiseki menu on Nov. 9
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シラカチ 日本料理, the specialty restaurant at ハイアット リージェンシー 瀬良垣アイランド 沖縄, will begin serving its New Ryukyu Kaiseki menu on Nov. 9, 2026. The kaiseki cuisine reimagines traditional Ryukyuan dishes in a contemporary style.
The Kindaichi Onsen Hot Spring Tour Ticket is now on sale
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IGR Iwate Galaxy Railway is selling the Kindaichi Onsen Hot Spring Tour Ticket to mark the 400th anniversary of the opening of Kindaichi Onsen. The ticket bundles a fare between Morioka Station and Kindaichi Onsen Station with a day-use bathing pass.
Facts
This year marks 400 years since the hot springs opened
Hanamaru 35th Anniversary Fair—Ticket-style cards to be given away as promotional gifts
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株式会社トーハン will hold a fair at 157 bookstores nationwide from Nov. 13, 2026, to mark the 35th anniversary of the launch of 白泉社's BL label Hanamaru. Customers who purchase eligible products will receive original ticket-style cards, and related merchandise will also be sold at some stores.
Axis Consulting signs official gold partnership agreement with B.LEAGUE's Yokohama B-Corsairs
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アクシスコンサルティング株式会社 has signed an official gold partnership agreement for the 2026-27 season with 株式会社横浜ビーコルセアーズ, which operates the B.LEAGUE team Yokohama B-Corsairs.
With “Thank you for 35 years” as its tagline, sales and events will be held until closing. Shin-Yokohama Prince Pepe to close on March 8, 2027
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株式会社西武不動産プロパティマネジメント announced that Shin-Yokohama Prince Pepe, a commercial facility it operates, will close on March 8, 2027. Its tagline is “Thank you for 35 years,” and sales and events will be held until closing. Plans for the site include construction of a new headquarters in collaboration with Macnica and development of a community promenade.
OMRON and Tokyu Bus launch nationwide first*1 demonstration of a safe-driving assistance system linked to traffic signal information*2
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OMRON Social Solutions and Tokyu Bus will launch a demonstration of a safe-driving assistance system using linked traffic signal information, the first of its kind in Japan, in Aoba Ward, Yokohama, on Nov. 9, 2026.
センシンロボティクス enables 3DGS use in SENSYN CORE—Recreates infrastructure facilities in realistic 3D spaces to support situational awareness and information sharing
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株式会社センシンロボティクス has begun developing and providing solutions using 3DGS (3D Gaussian Splatting), a technology that recreates 3D spaces from multiple photos and videos, on its SENSYN CORE solution development platform. The technology visualizes facilities and surrounding environments at plants and construction sites in 3D, helping improve on-site operations by enabling remote monitoring of site conditions and information sharing among stakeholders.
FCE and Coach A launch product integration for AI coaching service CoachAmit through business partnership
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株式会社コーチ・エィ and 株式会社ＦＣＥ have launched product integration for the AI coaching service CoachAmit as part of their business partnership. Starting in November 2026, ＦＣＥ will offer a new service, FCE AI Coaching, using CoachAmit.
【Nov. 14–around early December】All-you-can-eat Shine Muscat grapes, melon, Nikkori pears and Sansui apples! Suipara King also makes an appearance!
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スイーツパラダイス will offer all-you-can-eat Shine Muscat grapes, melon, Nikkori pears and Sansui apples starting Nov. 14, 2026, with the limited-quantity Suipara King also making an appearance.
The Apothecary Diaries the Movie: The Secret Treasure of the Late Consort × Bakauke in a first collaboration! Maomao and the others appear on Bakauke ～Limited-edition packaging with original designs goes on sale starting Monday, Nov. 23 (holiday)～
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株式会社栗山米菓 will release a limited-edition product in a first collaboration between the anime The Apothecary Diaries the Movie: The Secret Treasure of the Late Consort and Bakauke on Nov. 23, 2026.
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Originalシリーズ全世界累計 5,700 万部突破
On sale starting Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 (holiday)
The Apothecary Diaries the Movie: The Secret Treasure of the Late Consort is scheduled to premiere on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026.
Aichi Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Fair and 2026 Aichi Livestock Festival to be held!
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愛知県 will hold the Aichi Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Fair and the 2026 Aichi Livestock Festival concurrently at Hisaya Odori Park on Nov. 28 and 29, 2016, featuring hands-on events and introductions to and sales of agricultural, forestry and fishery products from the prefecture.
Notice of the launch of Mobile Supermarket Tokushimaru Inageya Vehicle No. 36 in Kitamoto City
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株式会社いなげや will begin operating Mobile Supermarket Tokushimaru Inageya Vehicle No. 36 in Kitamoto City, Saitama Prefecture, on Nov. 11, 2026, under a franchise agreement with 株式会社とくし丸. This brings the total number of operating vehicles to 35.
テスホールディングス株式会社 has published its Integrated Report 2026. It includes interviews, updates on the progress of its TX2030 medium-term management plan, and ESG initiatives.
Post-event online sales begin for the TV anime Midnight Heart Tune POP UP STORE!!
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Products from the TV anime Midnight Heart Tune POP UP STORE are now available for post-event online orders at the LD - LIBERTAS DREAM – online store. The preorder period runs from Nov. 9 to Dec. 9, 2026.
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Price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
Price: ¥5,720 (tax included)
Price: ¥7,040 (tax included)
Price: ¥770 each (tax included)
Price: ¥1,760 each (tax included)
Price: ¥990 each (tax included)
Price: ¥1,100 each (tax included)
Price: ¥3,300 each (tax included)
Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
Preorder period: Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Scheduled shipment: Shipping is expected to begin around late February 2027
Limited-edition IQOS ILUMA i Beyond Model from the IQOS ILUMA heated tobacco series to go on sale sequentially starting Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
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フィリップ モリス ジャパン合同会社 will release a limited-edition model, the IQOS ILUMA i Beyond Model, from its IQOS ILUMA heated tobacco series starting Nov. 18, 2026.
New TEREA tobacco stick for the IQOS ILUMA series, TEREA Golden Breeze Pearl, to go on sale sequentially starting Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
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Philip Morris Japan announced that it will release TEREA Golden Breeze Pearl, a new product in its TEREA line of sticks for the IQOS ILUMA heated tobacco device, starting Nov. 9, 2026. This brings the TEREA lineup to a total of 29 varieties.
Facts
Four IQOS stores nationwide
Starting November 18, 2026 (Wed.)
Bringing the total to 29 varieties
Operating in major cities or nationwide across 110 markets worldwide
G-gen to speak at “Preparing for the AI Era! Next-Generation Security in Practice,” part of the Security Summit '26 Web Seminar Series
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株式会社G-gen will speak at the “Security Summit '26 Web Seminar Series,” hosted by Google Cloud Japan, and explain Agentic SOC using Google SecOps and Wiz.
“IYEMON CAFE” to open its 10th location in Japan at “LECT Hiroshima”!
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With the support of 株式会社福寿園 and サントリー食品インターナショナル株式会社, カフェ・カンパニー株式会社 opened “IYEMON CAFE LECT Hiroshima” on Nov. 12, 2026, the 10th domestic location of “IYEMON CAFE.”
【Aitria株式会社】Phennec, a context platform supporting AI-driven development, launches its official version on Nov. 5, 2026
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Aitria株式会社 launched the official version, “Phennec 1.0,” of Phennec, a context platform supporting AI-driven development, on Nov. 5, 2026. It enables multiple MCP-compatible AI agents to access organizational knowledge in common, and features automatic indexing for 11 types of data sources and a revamped UI.
KUZEN to hold an in-person event on Nov. 20 themed “Building a Brand That Continues to Be Chosen and LTV Strategies”
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株式会社クウゼン will hold an in-person event for D2C/EC businesses on Nov. 20, 2026, with 株式会社ベルタ as a guest. BELTA has ranked No. 1 in sales through mail-order channels for folic acid supplement series for 10 consecutive years.
WONDER DIVE, the management agency of gaming group Dozle Corp. (operated by 株式会社ドズル), announced that 3 of the group’s videos surpassed 1 million views in 5 days.
“Take on the challenge with Piyorin!” The 2nd event announced! A hands-on event for the whole family to be held at イオンモール熱田
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The 2nd installment of “Take on the challenge with Piyorin!,” a hands-on event featuring the Piyorin sweets produced by JR Tokai Food Service, will be held at イオンモール熱田 on Nov. 21, 2026.
The iconic “Ballerina Twins” from Atomic Heart become mechanical watches. KONSTANTIN CHAYKIN announces new “Atomic Heart” watch
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Under an official license with the game Atomic Heart, KONSTANTIN CHAYKIN announced the limited-edition mechanical watch “Atomic Heart,” based on the characters “Twins.” The collection has 2 models, Left Twin and Right Twin, with 69 pieces of each produced.
Frozen bread subscription Pansuku to launch a trial BOX for “Not Sweet, Protein.” PROBRE in November
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株式会社パンフォーユー will begin selling a trial BOX for PROBRE, a new course from its frozen bread subscription service Pansuku, in November 2026. It will offer boxes from 滝乃金田屋 in Tochigi Prefecture and 新日本製パン in Yamagata Prefecture (3,980 yen each) to encourage customers to switch to regular deliveries.
OBC to hold online event on Tuesday, Nov. 17: “A New Approach to Choosing a Market for an IPO: How to Use the Nagoya Stock Exchange and TPM, the 2 Markets Drawing Attention Amid Growth Market Reforms”
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株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント will hold an online seminar for companies preparing for an IPO on Nov. 17, 2026. The Nagoya Stock Exchange and EY新日本有限責任監査法人 will speak and explain how to use the Nagoya Stock Exchange and TPM.
Facts
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Capacity: 500 participants
Companies with a market capitalization of ¥5 billion or less
ニューオータニイン札幌 will sell 3 types of Christmas cakes in limited quantities from Dec. 19 through 25, with an early-bird price available for reservations made by Nov. 30.
[Goto Islands・五島市] Nov. 28 (Sat.): Online seminar to ease worries about work and income! “Island living made possible through relocation × multi-work”
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五島市 will hold an online seminar on Nov. 28 titled “Island living made possible through relocation × multi-work,” introducing the work style of 五島市地域づくり事業協同組合 and the appeal of relocating to the area.
Facts
10:00〜11:30
Participation fee: Free
About 150 large and small islands
The population of 五島市 as a whole is 32,651
The city has welcomed about 1,600 people who relocated there
ASICS WORKING × FreshService launch “WINJOB CP229 BOA,” a collaboration model that redefines “tools for work”
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アシックスジャパン will launch the collaboration model “WINJOB CP229 BOA” with FreshService on Nov. 21. The price is ¥23,100 (tax included). A limited-time event will also be held in Jingumae, Tokyo.
“All-Photonics Network” business networking session to be held in Osaka
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エイチタス株式会社 and Mitsubishi Research Institute will hold an “All-Photonics Network” business networking session in Osaka on Dec. 8, 2026. The session will discuss the use of next-generation communications technology APN and its use cases, fostering innovation originating in Osaka.
The “Nikkei Trendy December Issue: R.B.ブッコロー Special Edition” sold out its limited run of 5,000 copies in 18 minutes at an online sales event — held Nov. 4 on the popular YouTube channel “有隣堂しか知らない世界”
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株式会社日経BP’s magazine “Nikkei Trendy” offered a limited run of 5,000 copies of the R.B.ブッコロー special edition on 株式会社有隣堂’s YouTube channel, and it sold out in 18 minutes.