Official app of 日経クロストレンド, a media outlet covering marketing and consumer trends, revamped
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株式会社日経BP revamped the official 日経クロストレンド app on Nov. 9, 2026. New features include missions, scores and medals, and a navigation character, supporting learning and information gathering.
Pruned branches upcycled at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu: Branches once destined for disposal are transformed into Christmas decorations. Daiichi Engei plans and installs sustainable decorations that connect people and the environment.
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第一園芸株式会社 installed Christmas decorations made from upcycled pruned branches at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu from Nov. 9 to Dec. 25, 2026.
A day to rethink “a way of working that feels right for me” | A networking and study group for women in local government, continuing for 39 years, to be held in January 2027
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一般社団法人日本経営協会 will hold the “Reiwa 8 (39th) Local Government Women Employees Networking and Study Group” in Shibuya, Tokyo, on Jan. 22, 2027. The theme is “What I carry: feelings not yet put into words, and just a little courage.” The program will include a keynote address by 渡辺葉, mayor of Fujimi, Nagano Prefecture, and case presentations from Kunitachi, Fukuchiyama, and Goshogawara.
JR東日本スタートアップ株式会社 has begun streaming a recording of “STARTUP PITCH#17,” held on Oct. 27. The themes were DX, snow removal and weed removal; the Akita Operations Headquarters Facilities Department presented challenges and is promoting matches with startups.
Announcing 6 finalist products for the “UPDATER Award” at the Sustainable Cosmetics Awards 2026
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株式会社UPDATER announced the 6 finalist products for the “UPDATER Award” at the Sustainable Cosmetics Awards 2026, which it sponsors, and said voting by “I'm UPDATER” members will take place from Nov. 9 to Dec. 20.
SHE launches hands-on program to build AI skills that can be applied at work; begins recruiting 100 free trial monitors, open to members and nonmembers alike
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SHE株式会社 has launched “Training Program: AI Applications,” a hands-on course covering how to identify workplace challenges and improve work processes using AI. It is recruiting 100 free trial monitors starting Nov. 6, 2026.
Facts
While there is a shortage of about 3.4 million people with the skills to use AI, robotics and other technologies
It is estimated that there will be a surplus of about 4.37 million people without skills premised on the use of AI
The average annual income of people with AI skills is about 1.5 times higher than that of people without them
76.5% are concerned about how AI will change their jobs
【AlphaDrive】Iwate Prefectural Government holds an “Administrative AX Study Session”: What will government reclaim in an era when the cost of making things has collapsed? Satisfaction among prefectural employees: 100%
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株式会社アルファドライブ’s regional co-creation business, AlphaDrive REGION, held an “Administrative AX Study Session” for 35 prefectural employees at the Iwate Prefectural Government building on November 2, 2026, recording a satisfaction rating of 100%.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
35 prefectural employees
Satisfaction rating: 100%
From 13:30 to 16:45
Special conference room on the 12th floor of the Iwate Prefectural Government building
Applications opened in July 2026
There was only 1 instruction
With monthly fees ranging from several thousand yen to the 10,000-yen range
Each group discussed the topic for 10 minutes
The role of government was organized into 3 areas
We will run this test about 300 times
A 10-question AI diagnostic test
The session also covered 4 key points for protecting information
In about 3 minutes, games began running on many screens
カーネクスト to give away original merchandise at the Samurai Japan partner booth for the “RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026”
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ラグザス株式会社’s online car-buying service カーネクスト will hold a giveaway of original merchandise for people who add its official LINE account as a friend at the Samurai Japan partner booth, in conjunction with the Tokyo Dome games of the “RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026.”
Facts
“RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026”
“Kanna has taken care of the discount!” Kanna Hashimoto becomes a cute witch in a new “BLACK FRIDAY” commercial, airing from November 13 (Friday)
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青山商事株式会社 will begin airing a new “BLACK FRIDAY” commercial featuring actor Kanna Hashimoto on November 13. It will also hold a major sale offering discounts of up to 50% on eligible items.
Facts
Up to 50% off
Airing nationwide from November 13 (Friday)
Air date: November 13, 2026 (Friday)–
For customers who spend at least ¥1,000, including tax
A new-material model of nishikawa’s “torofuwa” comforter, its No.1 seller in Makuake history※! “torofuwa kumo” launches for presale on Makuake on November 9 (Monday)
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西川株式会社 will begin preselling “torofuwa kumo,” a two-layer comforter made with the new material “Aero Warm®,” on Makuake on November 9.
Facts
Presales will begin on the crowdfunding service Makuake（マクアケ） on November 9, 2026
Planned retail price: single size, ¥22,000 including tax
In 1958, the company developed synthetic-fiber filling ahead of the industry
In 1970, the company developed “Fallon,” a long-fiber polyester filling
About 30% lighter than the company’s conventional cotton-fabric comforters
“Tamaruba: Castle Town HANGOUT 2026 Autumn” will be held in 佐倉市, Chiba Prefecture, on November 15, 2026, bringing local participants and the government together to create gathering spaces using public areas and vacant shops.
Facts
Now in its 3rd year
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
10：00～15：00
A 1-minute walk from the south exit
10：00～16：00
13：30～15：00
10：00～13：00
16：30～
Admission: ¥500
Of the 12 participating stores
Visit 4 stores
Companies mentioned：佐倉市、千葉大学松浦研究室、企業組合コミュニティフォーラム、さくらキャッスルラボ、佐倉市立美術館、HERE WE GO！実行委員会、佐倉こそだちフェス実行委員会、タマルバ実行委員会、オーガニック・ビレッジ・マーケット実行委員会、サクラdeブックス、sakuraタイムトラベル、佐倉高校、佐倉市キッチンカー・露店販売協会、佐倉教会、京成電鉄、夢咲くら館、手作り工房さくら、森田建築設計事務所、（公社）佐倉市観光協会、株式会社コトブキ
【First held in Chiba Prefecture!】“Hand-stretched Udon Noodle-Making Experience” to be held at 味の民芸 Kashiwa Toyoshiki store on December 19 (Saturday) and 20 (Sunday)!
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味の民芸 Food Service, a group company of 株式会社サガミホールディングス, will hold Chiba Prefecture’s first hand-stretched udon noodle-making experience at the 味の民芸 Kashiwa Toyoshiki store on December 19 and 20.
The 2nd collaboration between Korean lifestyle shop NICE WEATHER and plush-toy brand mojojojo: 5 types of charms with eco bags, launching November 20 (Friday)
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The 2nd collaboration between NICE WEATHER, a brand of 株式会社ユナイテッドアローズ, a group company of 株式会社TABAYAホールディングス, and plush-toy brand mojojojo will see the release of 5 types of charms with eco bags and acrylic stickers on November 20, 2026.
TVer recorded 53.06 million monthly users in October 2026, a new record. Connected TV viewership is on the rise, and monthly video views reached 635 million.
【’47 (Forty-Seven)】Choose a number from 1 to 12: all 12 CLEAN UP models go on sale in November
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’47, a casual lifestyle brand founded in Boston, USA, in 1947, will launch all 12 CLEAN UP models in November, each of which lets customers choose a number from 1 to 12. Each model features a color scheme inspired by a birthstone and costs ¥4,400, including tax.
Candy inspired by the world of “Lilo & Stitch” returns by popular demand; available nationwide and on the official website starting Thursday, Nov. 12
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Craft Candy Theater PAPABUBBLE is bringing back its candy series featuring designs from the Disney animated film “Lilo & Stitch.” Sales will begin at stores nationwide and on the official website on Nov. 12. The price is ¥880, including tax.
【Kurobe Unazuki Onsen Yamanoha】Work experience program at Unazuki Onsen to be held Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026! Local children take on jobs in the tourism industry
Resolve learning difficulties over winter break and build lasting study habits! “スクールIE®” opens its 2026 winter course, with subjects selectable starting from 1
Rehearsal photos and cast comments arrive for the 10th anniversary special performance of the musical The Promised Neverland
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To mark the 10th anniversary of The Promised Neverland’s serialization, a musical will be staged at Theatre H in Tokyo in December 2026, and rehearsal photos and cast comments have been released.
Facts
With worldwide cumulative circulation surpassing 43 million copies
To mark the 10th anniversary of the start of serialization
ROSE BUD, a select shop operated by 株式会社ビーズインターナショナル, has launched a 2026 fall/winter exclusive collection in collaboration with inner downwear brand TAION.
A limited-time VIVANT movie pop-up booth will open to celebrate the launch of PLAZA TOKYO+ Shinjuku, with a special event where visitors can meet Chokky also confirmed!
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To celebrate the opening of PLAZA TOKYO+ Shinjuku on B1 of Shinjuku Marui Main Building, 株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス プラザスタイル カンパニー will host a limited-time pop-up booth themed around the movie VIVANT. Cast events and limited-edition merchandise will be available starting Nov. 20, 2026.
A message of encouragement from Ryoma Takeuchi and Elaiza Ikeda for people ready to take a new step. New commercial for career-change service doda, titled “A Career Change to the Next You,” to air starting Nov. 9, 2026!
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Career-change service doda, operated by パーソルキャリア株式会社, has selected actors Ryoma Takeuchi and Elaiza Ikeda as its new commercial characters. The new commercial, titled “A Career Change to the Next You,” will begin airing on Nov. 9, 2026.
Yamada Homes launches its new “MARUGOTO” home package, designed to address rising utility costs and support a safe, comfortable new life in every way
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株式会社ヤマダホームズ has launched a new “MARUGOTO Home Package” for its flagship RASIO-F product, designed to address rising utility costs and reduce upfront expenses. The package comes standard with Tokyo Electric Power Energy Partner’s solar power service, air conditioners, lighting and curtains for every room, and furniture and appliance support.
Sales begin for the “Underfloor Flood Block Package” to prepare for hard-to-predict torrential rain and flood risks
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株式会社ヤマダホームズ has begun selling the “Underfloor Flood Block Package,” a high-value home option plan designed to prepare for torrential rain and flood risks.
The lead feature explores the mystery of The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, which connects Asuka and Persia. December issue of monthly magazine Mu now on sale‼
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株式会社ワン・パブリッシング released the December issue of monthly magazine Mu on Nov. 9, 2026. The lead feature explores the mystery of The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, which connects Asuka and Persia, while a special feature explains the Langlands Program.
[JR西日本ホテルズ] Strengthening lithium-ion battery fire preparedness at all 13 hotels — providing a safer, more secure stay as digital device use becomes part of everyday life
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株式会社JR西日本ホテルズ introduced LionEX fire extinguishing equipment at all 13 hotels starting Oct. 14, 2026, as part of its preparations for the risk of lithium-ion battery fires amid the everyday use of digital devices.
Facts
All 13 hotels
Oct. 14, 2026
Currently 5 brands
13 hotels (4,407 rooms)
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR西日本ホテルズ、JR西日本ホテルズ、JR西日本グループ、ホテルグランヴィア、ホテルヴィスキオ、THE OSAKA STATION HOTEL, Autograph Collection、奈良ホテル、梅小路ポテル京都
Beat the cold with plump oysters and piping-hot sundubu! Oyster and Shungiku Sundubu Set Meal now available at Nakayama Tofu Shop!
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株式会社トビラダイニング, a subsidiary of Arkland Service Holdings, will offer the Oyster and Shungiku Sundubu Set Meal for a limited time starting Nov. 12, 2026, at its sundubu set-meal specialty restaurant, スンドゥブ 中山豆腐店.
[Nov. 18 event] What is “gastronomy tourism,” a concept restaurants should be paying attention to now? A new revenue model built around food-culture stories
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株式会社mov will hold an online seminar for restaurants on Nov. 18, explaining new revenue models that leverage “gastronomy tourism” and storytelling techniques.
40% of tofu shops are “in the red” and say “we can’t sell if we raise prices”; bankruptcies and closures also on the rise
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According to a survey by 株式会社帝国データバンク, 39 tofu-shop bankruptcies, business closures and suspensions occurred from January to October 2026, with 40% of shops in the red as profitability worsened.
Facts
4割 of tofu shops are in the red
A total of 39 cases occurred from January to October 2026
Of these, 11 were bankruptcies
Liabilities of at least 10 million yen
2023 (46 cases in total)
The share of companies whose business performance deteriorated is nearing 6割
[お好み焼本舗] All-you-can-eat premium steak course! “Luxury Oyster Festival” runs for a limited time starting Tuesday, November 10
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お好み焼本舗, operated by 株式会社物語コーポレーション, will hold its “Luxury Oyster Festival” for a limited time from November 10, 2026, through late February 2027. The Premium Steak Course (4,169 yen, including tax) includes all-you-can-eat oyster dishes.
In the ranking of the 50 most popular employers by gender among students graduating in 2028, announced by 株式会社学情, 伊藤忠商事 ranked first among both men and women. Among men, major electronics manufacturers saw notable gains in the rankings, while mass media-related companies dominated the top spots among women.
Facts
伊藤忠商事 ranked first overall for 9 consecutive years
Original2013年卒から14年間も１位を続けていた
Record-high net profit of more than 900 billion yen
[高島屋] The 2026 year-end gift trend is gifts that let you enjoy a “traveling mood”! Even amid a weak yen and without traveling overseas, enjoy the feeling of a trip through year-end gifts: a special feature on “An Asian Gourmet Journey Without a Passport”!
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For the 2026 year-end gift season, 高島屋 is featuring gourmet gifts from Thailand, Taiwan and elsewhere under the theme “An Asian Gourmet Journey Without a Passport.” Its lineup also includes “Mijō o Okuru,” a selection of limited-edition items carefully chosen by buyers, and about 2,000 items with free shipping.
ナノ・ユニバース releases the latest style guide for “nishikawa DOWN®,” a winter staple!
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ナノ・ユニバース, a brand of 株式会社TSI, released the “nishikawa DOWN STYLE GUIDE” on November 6, 2026, showcasing new and classic downwear created in collaboration with nishikawa.
Facts
nishikawa, a historic bedding maker with more than 450 years of history
The web feature “nishikawa DOWN STYLE GUIDE” was released on Friday, November 6, 2026
“Nishikawa Down (R)” stand-collar light coat: ¥58,300 (tax included)
“Nishikawa Down (R)” serge long down coat: ¥71,500 (tax included)
“STEVELOUR” “Nishikawa Down (R)” fur-trimmed coat: ¥88,000 (tax included)
“Nishikawa Down (R)” Solotex A-line down jacket: ¥68,200 (tax included)
“Nishikawa Down (R)” serge faux-fur-collar short down jacket: ¥55,000 (tax included)
Pixio × Creator Collaboration No. 21: New M-size mouse pads featuring an original illustration by illustrator 兎見のり恋!
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Hamee株式会社 announced that its gaming accessories brand Pixio will begin taking preorders on November 9, 2026, for 2 M-size mouse pads featuring original illustrations by illustrator 兎見のり恋.
The 30th photography exhibition by the Zone System Study Group, “In Search of Light: The Appeal of Gelatin Silver Photography,” will be held from November 12 to 18, 2026, at アイデムフォトギャラリー［シリウス］, operated by 株式会社アイデム.
『andBOY』 Vol. 7 goes on sale Monday, November 9! The cover features ふぉ〜ゆ〜, who will make their debut in their 15th year since forming
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株式会社DONUTS will release Vol. 7 of the women’s fashion magazine 『andBOY』, published as a special extra edition of 『andGIRL』, on November 9, 2026. The cover features 『ふぉ〜ゆ〜』, who are making their debut in their 15th year since forming. Also appearing are 小瀧望, STARTO ENTERTAINMENT’s 『Howzit』, 岩瀬洋志, 水沢林太郎, 前田拳太郎, Da-iCE’s 和田颯, SUPER★DRAGON’s 伊藤壮吾, and EBiDAN ACTORS, among others. Related digital photo books are also on sale from the same day.
Facts
List price: 1,430 yen, tax included
15th anniversary since formation
Goes on sale Monday, November 9, 2026
Price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社DONUTS、STARTO ENTERTAINMENT、ABCテレビ、テレビ朝日、日本テレビ、テレビ東京、Prime Video
Event report: The “Makurazaki City Premium Market” expanded its local specialties and hands-on activities, promoting regional exchange over 4 days
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The “Makurazaki City Premium Market,” whose event direction was handled by 株式会社ワールド・ソリューションズ, was held for 4 days from October 29 to November 1, 2026. About 4,000 people attended, and the event promoted regional exchange through local specialties and hands-on activities.
Pasona JOB HUB launches new service “ProShare Executive” to turn management visions into action on Monday, November 9 — Experienced executives provide support from decision-making through strategy execution as “management advisers”
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株式会社パソナJOB HUB announced that it will launch “ProShare Executive” on November 9, a new service in which professionals with management experience at operating companies support clients from organizing management challenges through strategy execution as “management advisers.”
“My Hero Academia” online 24-player battle game “My Hero Academia ULTRA RUMBLE Mobile” coming to App Store and Google Play; pre-registration now open!!
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株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント announced the upcoming release of the smartphone app “My Hero Academia ULTRA RUMBLE Mobile” for the App Store and Google Play, and opened pre-registration on November 9. A campaign is underway offering special costumes when pre-registration reaches 300,000 people.
Facts
Today, Monday, November 9
Pre-registration reaches 300,000 people
All 4 special costumes
Up to 200 gacha tickets
Surpasses 20 million downloads worldwide
Originalルールは3人1組
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、集英社、Apple Inc.、Google LLC
The “2026 MAMA FAN FESTA × HEP FIVE” will be held at HEP FIVE, a fashion building under Hankyu Hanshin Holdings, from November 9 to 21, 2026. Events will include Ferris wheel decorations, a stamp rally and giveaways.
A new offering from FamilyMart! No plate or fork needed!? Grab a bite with one hand: 3 varieties of “Crispy Triangle Cheesecake” go on sale November 10. Short videos by creators capture the “crispy × soft and smooth” texture.
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株式会社ファミリーマート will launch 3 varieties of “Crispy Triangle Cheesecake” at about 16,500 stores nationwide starting November 10, 2026. The triangular treats can be eaten with one hand and feature a hybrid texture, sandwiched between cookie layers. Prices range from 278 yen to 298 yen, including tax.
Facts
Celebrated its 45th anniversary in September 2026
Available at about 16,500 FamilyMart stores nationwide
Aiming to offer the product in the 200-yen price range, making it easy to pick up for everyday enjoyment
Hey! Say! JUMP, releasing their 13th album “Juliet,” featured on the cover and in the lead feature of “TV Guide PERSON vol.170”! Yuzuka Rei appears on the back cover
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To mark the release of their 13th album “Juliet,” Hey! Say! JUMP appear on the cover and in the lead feature of “TV Guide PERSON vol.170,” published by 東京ニュース通信社. Yuzuka Rei appears on the back cover.
[Survey of 200 employees] 81.0% support revisions to Labor Standards Inspection Office overtime guidance! Top reason for support: “Prioritizing measures to protect health better reflects the reality” (69.8%)
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社RSG found that 81.0% of employees support revisions to Labor Standards Inspection Office overtime guidance, shifting the focus to health starting in September 2026. The top reason for support was “Prioritizing measures to protect health better reflects the reality” (69.8%).
Facts
200 men and women nationwide
55.0% said they had worked “less than 5 hours of overtime per month” in the past 3 months
83.5% said they think overtime at their workplace “will remain unchanged” after September 2026
15-year-old violinist HIMARI, captivating audiences worldwide — Her mother, who has watched closely from “beside her,” publishes her first book, “彗星のとなり。,” written by Kyoko Yoshida and to be released by Shogakukan in December
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“彗星のとなり。,” the first book by Kyoko Yoshida, mother of violinist HIMARI, will be released by Shogakukan in December 2026. The book recounts life in the United States with HIMARI, who performed with the ベルリン・フィル at age 13, and her accomplishments in the music world.
Facts
Scheduled for release around December 4, 2026
List price: 2,800 yen (including tax)
224 full-color pages
Performed with the ベルリン・フィル at age 13
Accepted to カーティス音楽院 at age 10
Performed with orchestras around the world over 4 years
Limited-time obanyaki from “Murasaki An” by イオンイーハート! “Yachimata-grown peanuts” × “homemade chunky red bean paste,” on sale from November 11
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株式会社イオンイーハート will offer a limited-time obanyaki at its “Murasaki An” restaurant starting November 11, 2026, made with peanuts from Yachimata, Chiba Prefecture, and homemade chunky red bean paste.
Panasonic Holdings’ Technology Division to exhibit at “EdgeTech+ 2026” — Panasonic’s CPS (Cyber-Physical System) connects human experience and AI to expand possibilities in the workplace
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Panasonic Holdings’ Technology Division will exhibit at “EdgeTech+ 2026,” held at Pacifico Yokohama from November 18 to 20, 2026. Under the theme “Panasonic’s CPS connects human experience and AI to expand possibilities in the workplace,” it will showcase technologies including sensing and edge AI, security, and information and communications infrastructure, jointly with Panasonic System Design Co., Ltd.
The “PHARAOH COLLECTION,” inspired by pharaoh masks and inheriting the DNA of the iconic BAPE®︎ SHARK FULL ZIP HOODIE, launches
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A BATHING APE® has unveiled its new “PHARAOH COLLECTION,” inspired by ancient Egyptian civilization. The collection carries on the DNA of the SHARK FULL ZIP HOODIE and features items incorporating designs such as pharaoh masks.
Facts
2004
For more than 20 years
￥46,200-
￥132,000-
￥28,600-
￥12,100-
Companies mentioned：A BATHING APE®、BAPE®、BAPE.COM WEB STORE
[Gransta Tokyo] “Cheesecake Now Caramel,” inspired by a rich caramel cheesecake, makes its long-awaited return! Now on Cheese♪（ナウ オン チーズ）, a specialty shop for cheese sweets, begins sales.
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株式会社ケイシイシイ, the operator of cheese sweets specialty shop “Now on Cheese♪,” has begun selling its seasonal “Cheesecake Now Caramel,” inspired by a rich caramel cheesecake, at its Tokyo Station Gransta store. The store also offers regular items such as assorted sets and sandwiches.
Facts
Contents: 6 pieces
Price: ¥1,490 (tax included)
[Contents] 10 pieces
[Price] ¥410 (tax included)
Weekdays, Saturdays and days before holidays: 8:00–22:00
Sundays and holidays: 8:00–21:00
Operates 5 stores in the Kanto region
Founded: April 1996
Capital: 80 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ケイシイシイ、Now on Cheese♪（ナウ オン チーズ）、JR東日本
テンポス福岡飯塚店 opens today! A 589-tsubo specialty store for commercial kitchen equipment launches in the Chikuho area. It stocks 400 used kitchen equipment items and more than 260 types of new products, with special opening prices! Offering comprehensive support, from opening a restaurant to replacing equipment.
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株式会社テンポスバスターズ opened テンポス福岡飯塚店 in Iizuka, Fukuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 9, 2026. With a sales floor spanning 589 tsubo, it stocks 400 used kitchen equipment items and more than 260 types of new products. It is also offering special opening prices and free restaurant referrals through social media.
Meeting minutes move from “writing” to “recording”—searches for “how to write meeting minutes” down 40% in 2 years, while “AI voice recorder” searches rise about 6 times (according to TRY Link)
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株式会社TRY Link analyzed Google search trends in connection with the launch of its AI meeting-minutes tool, Recoba. Searches for terms such as “how to write meeting minutes” fell 40% in 2 years, while searches for terms such as “AI voice recorder” rose about 6 times, indicating a shift in meeting-minutes creation from “writing” to “recording.”
[Yamagata] DX for legal affairs, labor management and intellectual property: Cloud Legal, a contract and legal BPaaS featuring legal AI, to exhibit at “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 in YAMAGATA,” hosted by Ricoh Japan
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MOLTON株式会社 will exhibit at “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 in YAMAGATA,” hosted by Ricoh Japan, and introduce Cloud Legal, a contract and legal BPaaS featuring legal AI.
Management support cloud “bixid（ビサイド）” to exhibit at “Back Office DXPO Tokyo '26 [Autumn]”
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株式会社YKプランニング will exhibit at “Back Office DXPO Tokyo '26 [Autumn],” to be held at Ariake GYM-EX on Nov. 17 and 18, 2026, and introduce its management support cloud, “bixid（ビサイド）.”
New items have arrived at LUNA EARTH ONLINE on 11/5 (Thu), including velour and fur hair accessories set to be popular this season, and a hugely popular keychain that clicks like a keyboard!
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New products, including velour and fur hair accessories and a keychain that clicks when pressed, arrived on Nov. 5 at LUNA EARTH, an accessories shop operated by 株式会社エンドレス.
[First store at Lumine Tachikawa!] From Nov. 5 (Thu), specialty sweets shop 果実とバター canarina（カナリナ）, combining the rich flavors of fruit and butter, will open for a limited time at ルミネ立川.
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The specialty sweets shop 果実とバター canarina（カナリナ）, operated by 株式会社ケイシイシイ, will open for a limited time at ルミネ立川 starting Nov. 5, 2026.
[Program report] Animal-assisted education workshop for middle and high school students in Meguro Ward and an in-school pilot program at トキワ松学園中学校高等学校
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The Meguro Ward Committee of 公益社団法人東京青年会議所 held an animal-assisted education workshop for middle and high school students in Meguro Ward and an in-school pilot program in September 2026, with 148 participants, to assess the educational effects.
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148 participants over 2 days
Experiential workshop for middle and high school students in Meguro Ward on Sept. 15, 2026
In-school pilot program held at トキワ松学園中学校高等学校 on Sept. 30, 2026
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人東京青年会議所、Eddie To Go 合同会社、トキワ松学園中学校高等学校、読売新聞
“Loop Kumamoto Music Festival” to be held for the first time on Saturday, Nov. 14
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ループくまもとミュージックフェス実行委員会 will hold the first “Loop Kumamoto Music Festival” on Nov. 14, 2026, at 熊本市民会館シアーズホーム夢ホール and surrounding areas. Ria Ideta will serve as chair of the executive committee, with a range of genres and cultural programs on offer.
[Half off 4 popular yakiniku dishes] 焼肉こじま離れ to hold a “Half-Price Festival” at 5 stores in Kansai
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Yakiniku restaurant 焼肉こじま離れ, operated by 株式会社こじま, will run a campaign offering half off 4 popular dishes at 5 stores in Kansai from Nov. 8 to Dec. 30, 2026.
Secure SAMBA, a domestically developed online storage service for businesses, releases the First Data Migration App
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株式会社kubellストレージ has released the First Data Migration App, a desktop application for Windows that helps businesses migrate data to Secure SAMBA, a domestically developed online storage service.
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More than 8,000 companies have adopted the service (as of May 2024)
RENON POWER surpasses 1,500 cumulative orders for low-voltage grid-scale battery storage
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RENON POWER announced that cumulative orders for its low-voltage grid-scale battery storage packages have exceeded 1,500 sites. This achievement came ahead of schedule, surpassing its target of 1,000 sites by the end of 2026. Based on standard packages, this represents a total output of approximately 75 MW and battery capacity of approximately 300 MWh.
Announcement of a symposium and interim report meeting hosted by 京都精華大学’s Center for Research in Distance Manga Education, GoMAP. Experts from 集英社 and Re entertainment will discuss manga archives and global digital education. The event will also report on progress in a 3-year project funded by 文化庁.
HanilProTech to exhibit at the 9th Automotive World [Nagoya], unveiling new product CANdy Gen2 as it steps up its expansion in the Japanese market
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South Korean automotive communications solutions company HanilProTech Inc. will exhibit at the 9th Automotive World [Nagoya], taking place November 25–27, 2026, and will unveil its new product CANdy Gen2. It will also showcase software products and automated verification solutions, including DBCHECK and CANlink, as it steps up its expansion in the Japanese market.
[PM Award 2026] “テクノフローワン Headquarters Renovation,” with design direction and project management by santas, wins the Outstanding Project Award (Small & Medium category)
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“テクノフローワン Headquarters Renovation,” for which santas株式会社 handled design direction and project management, has won the Outstanding Project Award (Small & Medium category) at PM Award 2026.
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PM Award 2026
11 work design ideas
More than 300 chapters worldwide
More than 700,000 members
Over 1.8 million certified qualification holders
A total of 8 finalists
Awards ceremony: October 31, 2026
Approximately 1,200 people attended
Companies mentioned：santas株式会社、テクノフローワン、一般社団法人PMI日本支部、COL architects、マルヤマデザイン、眞栄田工務店、Project Management Institute
ZEAS, an AI-powered health program support system for health insurance societies and health guidance providers, launches and begins a free, invitation-only closed test
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株式会社Zene has launched ZEAS, a cloud service for health insurance societies and health guidance providers, and begun a free, invitation-only closed test. The system provides AI-powered interview support and management functions for specific health guidance.
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Automatically deleted after 30 days
180 points
Even after 90 days have passed since the last recommendation
“Dining Darts Bar Bee Ginza” adds a private aquarium to its VIP room. First co-production by ダーツバーBeeグループ and UWS
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株式会社ビーリンク has fully renovated the VIP room at “Dining Darts Bar Bee Ginza” into “Private Aquarium Ryugu ~RYUGU~” as its first collaboration with aquarium-space pioneer 株式会社UWS ENTERTAINMENT, which joined the group in January 2025. The renovated room opened on November 7, 2026.
[B.B.S. Event Dining] Back by popular demand! Immersive theater-meets-mystery experience “IQ+240—Put on a Coat and Become a Master Detective” returns to B.B.S. Event Dining!
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The participatory mystery performance “IQ+240—Put on a Coat and Become a Master Detective” will return in November 2026 to B.B.S. Event Dining, an event dining venue in Osaka Nanko. Following a strong response to its October premiere, additional performances have been arranged, offering immersive entertainment in a space of approximately 300 m².
Now that the Disaster Management Agency has been launched, here's what we want you to know: the first step in preparing for the “toilet problem” during disasters.
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株式会社Extage's lifestyle brand Excitech is launching a versatile product that can be used as a storage box for emergency supplies in everyday life and as a portable toilet during disasters. It was developed in response to calls from the Disaster Management Agency, launched on Nov. 2, 2026, to stockpile supplies, and the need to address toilet problems during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
RobotBank launches full-scale development of its own embodied AI robots, beginning with an industrial quadruped robot
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RobotBank has stepped up development of its own embodied AI robots using Physical AI and launched a project to develop a quadruped robot for the manufacturing, logistics and infrastructure sectors as its first product.
株式会社街づくりまんぼう will present the projection mapping event “萬画ART” at 石ノ森萬画館 in Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture, on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026. P.I.C.S. is producing the visuals, and the event will be free to mark the museum's 25th anniversary.
Story Vending Machine teams up with the film “星の教室,” distributing memorable film scenes and new haiku by Haruki Kadokawa exclusively for the project — installation at Junkudo Bookstore Ikebukuro Main Store starting Nov. 6
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株式会社トーハン has installed a “Story Vending Machine” at Junkudo Bookstore Ikebukuro Main Store, operated by 株式会社丸善ジュンク堂書店, as of Nov. 6, 2026, and is running a collaboration with the film “星の教室.”
Quarterly magazine 『観光とまちづくり』 publishes its 2026 autumn issue | Feature theme: “Journeys connected by culture”
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公益社団法人日本観光振興協会 has published the 2026 autumn issue of its quarterly magazine 『観光とまちづくり』. The feature theme is “Journeys connected by culture,” and the issue showcases the appeal of local cultures, including traditional performing arts and food culture, as well as efforts to pass them on.
Comix presents 15 practical articles on using generative AI, which executives can try in a single business task
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株式会社コミクス introduces “The Complete Guide to Generative AI for Executives to Put into Practice Starting Today,” published by its president and CEO, Akihiro Suzuki. Across 15 practical case studies, it explains how to introduce AI in a practical way, starting with a small, single business task, by separating AI-generated drafts from human fact-checking in tasks such as sales, proposals and customer acquisition.
[Leader Training] What to focus on to consistently meet appointment targets
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Overview of the leader training conducted by 株式会社営業ハック on Oct. 29. To help participants consistently meet appointment targets, the session covered 4 key points: gaining early visibility into deal progress, taking data-based action on underperforming deals, refining sales pitches by building on strengths, and making reviews more concrete. The company also introduced its fully performance-based telemarketing service “Apo 100” and its sales training service.
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Date: Thursday, Oct. 29
10:00-10:30
About 8 participants
Cost: 0 yen
Has provided sales support to more than 100 companies
In April 2018, set forth the mission of "reducing sales worries to 0"
Has supported more than 200 sales professionals in total
The 6th “S1 Grand Prix”
In 2022, it became one of Japan's largest sales competitions
The latest issue of 『サライ』 comes with a 2027 Vermeer calendar! The major feature explores “Nara: Ancient History and the Buddha,” visiting Asuka, Ikaruga and Heijo-kyo to enjoy the beauty of Buddhist art and the delights of Yamato!
[Series surpasses 1 million copies!] Chiikawa Drill advancement-preparation fair announced! Get a “special A4 desk pad”
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To mark the “Chiikawa Elementary School Study Guide” series surpassing 1 million copies sold, a campaign will give purchasers of eligible workbooks a special A4 desk pad starting around Nov. 10, 2026.
帝塚山学院大学 will launch Part 2 of its continuing education courses for working adults near Sembokuoka Station in Sakai on Jan. 30, 2027. The theme is “Building a Society Where Happiness Circulates,” and applications have been open since Nov. 1.