有限会社ナチュラルスマイル is running a campaign at 魔法のパスタ伊集院店, where weekday lunch for ¥1,639 including tax includes pasta or ajillo, a drink bar, and baked pizza (provided by an affiliated restaurant). The “Spicy Savory Condiments Fair” is scheduled to end on November 30, 2026.
株式会社ウィルネクスト to hold online seminar on Wednesday, December 2: “Balancing Parenting and Career Design: Stay or Change Jobs? How to Build a Career That Works for You During Parenthood”
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株式会社ウィルネクスト will hold an online seminar on career choices after returning from childcare leave on December 2, 2026.
Discussing 15 years of “weaving connections” in Rikuzentakata with Noto recovery stakeholders — SET vice chair to share case study at Ishikawa Prefecture-hosted symposium
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SET Vice Chair Hiroyuki Ishiwatari spoke at a symposium hosted by Ishikawa Prefecture on October 31, 2026, reporting on 15 years of recovery support in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture, and on “weaving connections.”
株式会社スペースシフト and Taiwan's MacroMicro Co., Ltd. signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to jointly explore the potential use of satellite data in the financial sector.
Facts
Founded in December 2009
More than 600,000 registered users worldwide
More than 100 major companies across various industries
[Research report] 41% of Gen Z value both food quality and experiential value — Japanese consumers grouped into 4 types based on their views on “food experiences”
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ミンテル Japan released a report classifying Japanese consumers into 4 groups based on their views on food experiences. The report found that 41% of Gen Z fall into the group that values both food quality and experiential value, and that information posted on social media by restaurants themselves tends to be valued more than influencer content.
Facts
41% of Gen Z
30% overall
2,000 internet users
21% overall
90% said that “practical value, such as health and nutrition, is important”
86% said that “the quality of the food itself matters more than the dining experience”
[Limited-edition bonus!] A bookstore promotion is being held to mark the release of “Touch and See,” offering a baby postcard bearing Taro Ohno's handwritten signature!
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東京書店株式会社 will hold a promotion at select bookstores from late November to mark the release of “Touch and See,” a tactile cardboard picture book for babies, giving away postcards bearing the author's handwritten signature.
World No.1* tequila brand Don Julio to launch limited-quantity second release in its 2027 zodiac collection, 「Don Julio 1942 Year of the Goat」, on Nov. 10
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ディアジオ ジャパン株式会社 will launch a limited-edition bottle, 「Don Julio 1942 Year of the Goat」, the second release in the 2027 zodiac collection for its luxury tequila Don Julio 1942, on Nov. 10, 2026.
SORAIRO LANTERN FES 2026 Christmas EditionSORAIRO LANTERN FES 2026 to be held, delivering heartfelt messages alongside 500 sky lanterns
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株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS will hold 「SORAIRO LANTERN FES 2026 Christmas Edition」 at Naniwa-no-Miya Palace Site Park in Osaka on Dec. 19, 2026. The event will feature experiences including the simultaneous launch of 500 sky lanterns and CHRISTMAS LETTER, and is expected to draw approximately 3,000 visitors.
Facts
500 sky lanterns
Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026
Expected attendance of approximately 3,000
Advance tickets: ¥4,500 (tax included)
General admission: ¥5,000 (tax included)
Tickets on the day: ¥5,500 (tax included)
Participation fee: ¥800 including tax
Participation fee: ¥300 including tax
Companies mentioned：株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、株式会社TryHardJapan
For families supporting students preparing for exams from closest by
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Taisho Pharmaceutical will begin streaming new web commercials for Lipovitan D, 「A Mother's Exam Subject: The Exam-Taker」 and 「Is Our Dad Out of Sync?」, on Nov. 10, 2026. The campaign uses Google's generative AI Gemini to portray the perspective of parents supporting students preparing for exams.
[Speaking Engagement] Daitec presents at global construction tech summit 「BUILTWORLDS TOKYO GLOBAL SUMMIT 2026」
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株式会社ダイテック spoke at 「BUILTWORLDS TOKYO GLOBAL SUMMIT 2026」, held in Tokyo in October 2026, and unveiled next-generation AI technology to advance automation at construction sites, as well as a new platform concept using 「Trusstor」, a construction IoT platform offered by TRUSSTOR事業本部.
[日本蓄電池株式会社] Grid-scale battery storage facility 「NC海南市木津蓄電所」 begins receiving power in Kainan, Wakayama Prefecture
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日本蓄電池株式会社 has begun receiving power at its grid-scale battery storage facility “NC海南市木津蓄電所” in Kainan, Wakayama Prefecture. The facility has a rated output of 1,996kW and a capacity of 8,146kWh, and is scheduled to begin operation on Nov. 9, 2026.
リケンテクノス announces publication of its 「Partnership Building Declaration」
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リケンテクノス has published a 「Partnership Building Declaration」 to promote coexistence and mutual prosperity across the entire supply chain and foster new partnerships.
Sekiya Resort to hold preview event on Dec. 8 for new accommodation 「Rock & Steam」 in Kannawa, Beppu
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株式会社関屋リゾート will hold a preview event on Dec. 8, 2026, for its new accommodation 「Rock & Steam by SEKIYA RESORT」 in Kannawa, Beppu, which opens on Dec. 18, 2026. The property has 21 rooms and features art, saunas and hot springs in every room, with 「modern therapeutic bathing」 as its concept.
Facts
Dec. 18, 2026
Dec. 8, 2026
21 rooms in total
More than 120 years
More than 30 times
3 properties
Approximately 1,500 companies nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社関屋リゾート、SEKIYA RESORT、株式会社SEKIYA RESORT、楽天トラベル、じゃらん、Great Place to Work® Institute Japan
Nagoya MK adds support for taxi app 「S.RIDE」, begins accepting ride requests on Nov. 4
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名古屋エムケイ株式会社 introduced the taxi app 「S.RIDE」, provided by S.RIDE株式会社, on Nov. 4, 2026, and began accepting ride requests. As a result, MKタクシーグループ can now accept orders through 「S.RIDE」 in 4 cities: Kyoto, Sapporo, Osaka and Nagoya.
For the first time, エデンレッド publishes results of an international survey conducted across 27 countries: “The Global Workplace Joy Index”
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エデンレッド has published the results of “The Global Workplace Joy Index 2026,” a survey conducted across 27 countries with about 2.6万人. Japan ranked last worldwide with a Joy score of 47 points, and the results highlighted gaps in perceptions between HR leaders and employees, as well as the importance of employee benefits and feedback.
Facts
27 countries
Original約2.6万人
17,450 employees
8,920 HR leaders
Joy score” was 47 points
Global average: 63 points
54% are Low Joy
just 10%
37% globally
27％
53% globally
94% said they would continue working at their current company next year
Lost property cloud service find expands to service locations in all 47 prefectures nationwide!
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株式会社find’s lost property management service, “Lost Property Cloud find,” now has service locations in all 47 prefectures nationwide following the start of operations at Naha Airport on November 10, 2026. Cumulative registrations have reached 8.8 million.
【狭山市立柏原小学校】Holds first “How to Ride a Bus” class for elementary school students in partnership with 西武バス株式会社, 狭山警察署 and the local community; traffic safety class also held
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On September 28, 2026, 狭山市立柏原小学校 held its first “How to Ride a Bus” class for elementary school students, as well as a “Traffic Safety Class,” in partnership with 西武バス株式会社 and 狭山警察署. The classes were held as part of mobility management efforts, with the aim of communicating the convenience of local bus services and securing future workers.
岩塚製菓 adopts “KiteRa Biz,” a platform supporting corporate GRC (governance, risk and compliance)
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岩塚製菓 has adopted “KiteRa Biz,” an internal regulations digital transformation service from 株式会社KiteRa, which provides a GRC platform, to centralize and streamline regulations management.
Facts
Since its founding in 1947
Established a DX Promotion Office in January 2025
In September 2026, among other achievements, it was certified as a “DX-Certified Business Operator” by 経済産業省
Kyoto-based apparel e-commerce brand “Eim” to hold a POPUP event in Omotesando, Tokyo, from Friday, November 13! New items available for advance sale, plus a limited-edition original glass as a gift
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株式会社Eim will hold a POPUP STORE at KADO MINAMI AOYAMA in Omotesando, Tokyo, from November 13 to 15, 2026, featuring advance sales of new products from the Kyoto-based apparel e-commerce brand “Eim” labels “lawgy” and “MILRTY,” along with limited-edition gifts.
Kort Valuta achieves in-house operation of its payment processing platform; Japan’s first migration from an external processor by a venture company operating a funds transfer business※1
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株式会社Kort Valuta has moved its payment processing platform to an in-house management and operating structure, achieving in-house operation in an AWS environment through joint development with TISI株式会社.
【November 13 (Friday), taking place in 3 days】カオピーズ accepting registrations for free webinar on “Modernizing Legacy Systems through AI-SDLC Development”
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株式会社カオピーズ will hold a free online webinar on November 13, 2026, on the theme of “Modernizing Legacy Systems through AI-SDLC Development.”
Students from 文教大学健康栄養学部 engage in intergenerational exchange with seniors
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Students from 文教大学健康栄養学部 held an intergenerational exchange event with seniors studying at “湘南ライフデザインスクール,” run by NPO法人「シニアも社会を支える国へ」, deepening mutual understanding through dialogue.
モルフォ announces “Morpho VLM Fluid Action,” a solution using VLMs to turn camera footage “detection” into “response”
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株式会社モルフォ has announced “Morpho VLM Fluid Action,” a new solution that uses Vision-Language Models (VLMs) to analyze camera footage. The solution recognizes situations in video and connects them to actions without requiring training data, combining initial decisions on edge devices with cloud connectivity.
“Wearable self-care” warming innerwear 温labo, designed for a winter forecast to be mild, to make its first appearance at イニシャル・あったかEXPO2026
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温labo, the warming innerwear brand operated by 株式会社エル・ローズ, will make its first appearance at イニシャル・あったかEXPO2026, a media exhibition taking place on November 13, 2026.
エボラニ rolls out “AnyApps” and “AnyBase,” using AI for everything from LINE mini-app development to campaigns that deliver results.
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エボラニ株式会社 has launched the full-scale rollout of “AnyApps,” an AI-powered LINE mini-app development platform, and “AnyBase,” an operations platform, and announced that LINEヤフーマーケティング株式会社 will adopt both products.
Panama’s コパ航空 moves to “IFS Cloud (ICAM)” for aircraft maintenance, strengthening operational capabilities and its foundation for growth
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Panama's コパ航空 has transitioned to IFS Cloud (ICAM), an aircraft maintenance management cloud service provided by industrial AI software provider IFSジャパン株式会社, and has begun full operations. This will advance the standardization and modernization of maintenance operations at コパ航空, which operates more than 130 aircraft and has more than 1,300 users.
studio15 launches Instagram Growth Plan, an operational support service focused on Instagram Reels
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studio15株式会社 has launched Instagram Growth Plan, an operational support service for businesses focused on Instagram Reels, drawing on its expertise in short-form video marketing developed through TikTok.
Facts
We have supported more than 500 companies and over 6,000 initiatives
Since its founding in 2019, studio15
It has a network of approximately 5,000 affiliated and partner creators
Result: approximately 1.7 million views
Saves: 445
Result: approximately 2.28 million views
Saves: 2,266
Result: Recorded approximately 40–50 times as many views as regular posts
Cumulative membership: 14 million / As of March 2026
TESS Group delivers a “solar power generation system” for ごうぎんエナジー株式会社 (installation site: Aomi Distribution Center, 青海流通センター株式会社)
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テス・エンジニアリング, a consolidated subsidiary of テスホールディングス, supplied solar power generation systems for Buildings 1 and 2 at Aomi Distribution Center for ごうぎんエナジー. The system has a generation capacity of approximately 3.0MW and an estimated annual output of approximately 3.73 million kWh.
Facts
Generation capacity: approximately 3.0MW
Estimated annual power generation: approximately 3.73 million kWh
Annual CO₂ emissions reduction: approximately 1,550t-CO₂
209th Business Conditions Survey: Regular Survey (July–September quarter)
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According to the results of the 209th Business Conditions Survey (July–September quarter) conducted by 大阪信用金庫, the sales and profit DI improved but remained in negative territory, while rising purchase prices were a major management concern. Plans for capital investment also declined, as did the number of companies planning to hire next spring.
Facts
Sales DI: −3.4
Profit DI: −10.4
“Rising purchase prices”: 77.6%
Exceeded 85%
“Plans to do so”: 11.4%
Companies that answered “will hire”: 25.1%
1,469 companies doing business with our credit union
209th Business Conditions Survey: Special Survey on the Cybersecurity Status of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Light of Supply Chains
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Results of a special survey conducted as part of the 209th Business Conditions Survey by 大阪信用金庫. The survey examined the cybersecurity status of 502 small and medium-sized enterprises in light of supply chains. While 64.0% of companies consider cybersecurity important, few receive requests from business partners (74.0% said they had received none). Key challenges are the cost burden and a shortage of personnel.
Facts
“Consider it important”: 64.0%
“Do not consider it important”: 36.0%
Companies that answered “consider it very important”: 16.0%
“Consider it somewhat important”: 48.1%
“Do not consider it very important”: 25.4%
“Do not consider it important”: 10.6%
“News reports about cyberattacks” ranked first at 36.8%
“We are not particularly aware of it” also accounted for 26.5%
“Have not been asked”: 74.0%
“Would have an impact”: 33.1%
“Would not have an impact”: 39.5%
Companies that answered “do not know” also accounted for 27.4%
“Antivirus software”: 71.0%
“Nothing in particular”: 15.0%
Companies that answered “regular updates to computers and software”: 37.4%
“Cost burden”: 26.9%
“Shortage of specialized personnel”: 25.9%
“Information on subsidies available for security measures”: 36.4%
[Muscle Deli] Launching its first one-handed menu items: 2 varieties of tortillas, on Nov. 25. Each contains at least 15g of protein
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To mark its 10th anniversary, 株式会社YOUR MEAL will launch マッスルデリ's first one-handed menu items, 2 varieties of tortillas, on Nov. 25. Each contains at least 15g of protein. Advance sales and a giveaway campaign will also be held.
Local specialty breads, snacks and puddings from across Japan are coming together! The event will be held in turn at 3 venues, including TSUTAYA locations in Aichi and Nagasaki
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カルチュア・エクスペリエンス株式会社 will sequentially hold the “National Bread Fair,” featuring about 120 varieties of local breads; the “Snack Fair,” featuring more than 180 varieties of regional sweets from all 47 prefectures; and “Puddings of Japan,” featuring more than 40 varieties of local puddings, at 3 venues, including TSUTAYA locations in Aichi and Nagasaki prefectures.
“YOKOHAMA MICE SHOWCASE 2027” to be held on February 3 (Wednesday)
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公益財団法人横浜市観光協会（YCVB） will hold “YOKOHAMA MICE SHOWCASE 2027” at パシフィコ横浜ノース on February 3, 2027. The event for MICE organizers will include monitor tours, presentations, business meetings, and a networking reception at the new facility ワンダリア横浜Supported by Umios. Attendance will be capped at 115, with around 30 exhibiting companies expected.
Facts
February 3, 2027
The 6th edition
We have prepared 3 options
ISO 20121
①～③
Opening in March 2026
9:30～19:30
Attendance capped at 115
Around 30 MICE-related businesses
Free admission
Through Friday, December 11
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人横浜市観光協会、YCVB、パシフィコ横浜、CRAZY GRANDE MAISON、横浜スタジアム、かなもえ、ワンダリア横浜Supported by Umios、Umios、ワンダリアカフェ、ワンダリア横浜
Establishing the “Kyushu AI Social Implementation Organization” to help Kyushu’s small and medium-sized businesses jointly implement AI in their operations; seeking POC participants, sponsors, and board members
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The “Kyushu AI Social Implementation Organization,” which helps Kyushu’s small and medium-sized businesses jointly implement AI in their operations, was established on November 1, 2026, and has begun recruiting POC participant companies, sponsors, and board members.
Launching “AI search optimization (LLMO) support” to help companies accurately communicate their strengths through AI search and get chosen by customers
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株式会社パワー・インタラクティブ has launched “AI Search Optimization (LLMO) Support,” a new service that visualizes how prominently companies appear in AI search tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini and helps them improve their visibility.
“What should you wipe your nose with?” New educational content created with nursery school teachers teaches children about tools and gestures suited to different situations
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株式会社タオ will add 2 new educational content items on November 10, 2026, to the “Tenjin X” preschool edition and the “Tenjin” preschool tablet edition for families. They were jointly developed with teachers at SAKURA保育園谷在家.
14 people join ポピンズエデュケア through use of farm-based employment support service for people with disabilities
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ポピンズエデュケア, a subsidiary of 株式会社ポピンズ, has hired 14 people, including 12 people with disabilities, as its own staff through “Social Farm Work Happiness Farm Saitama Gyoda,” a farm-based employment support service for people with disabilities operated by 株式会社エスプールプラス.
Webinar to be held: “Rich in BtoB Case Studies! E-learning Is Effective for Raising Awareness and Training on Customer Harassment Measures! —Explaining the Reasons and Effective Rollout Methods—” (November 26, 15:00–15:30) 株式会社LDcube
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株式会社LDcube will hold a webinar on November 26 to introduce effective training methods using e-learning and BtoB case studies, ahead of the mandatory customer harassment prevention measures taking effect in October 2026.
Facts
Customer harassment prevention measures became mandatory from October 2026
プログレス・ソフトウェア to hold “Domopalooza Japan 2026” on November 20
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プログレス・ソフトウェア will hold “Domopalooza Japan 2026” at Happo-en in Tokyo on November 20, 2026. This is the first major event in Japan since Domo’s AI and data platform business became part of Progress Software. Sessions by leading companies such as 楽天グループ, HIS, and ヤマハ will showcase ways to put data and AI to work in real-world business.
“Emergency Contact Center and On-Site Support” launches
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ギグワークスアドバリュー株式会社 will launch “Emergency Contact Center and On-Site Support” on November 10, 2026, to respond to emergencies such as information leaks and system failures. The service combines customer support through a contact center with on-site field support, providing end-to-end assistance from receiving inquiries through follow-up after recovery.
“3x d POINTs on eligible products” campaign at モスバーガー
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株式会社NTTドコモ will run the “3x d POINTs on eligible products” campaign at モスバーガー from November 11 to December 10, 2026. After entering the campaign, customers will receive 3 times the d POINTs when they purchase eligible products, and an additional 100 points when they purchase 2 or more types.
Facts
Receive 3 times the d POINTs
Receive 100 d POINTs
Maximum award: 300 points
Valid for 94 days, including the award date
Winter White モスバーガー 590 yen
Double Winter White モスバーガー 740 yen
Moss Takumi Double Japanese Black Wagyu Burger — with shiso aromatic sauce and yuzu peel — 1,180 yen
[Kamiyama Onsen Oyado Mori no Ne] Winter event “Mashiro no Mori,” enveloped in the quiet of silvery snow and warm lights, starts December 1, 2026 (Tuesday). Featuring story-inspired winter cuisine and handmade mulled wine
Winter in snowy Yamagata: Warm up from the inside with hot springs and sauna. おふろcafé yusa’s winter wellness event “Take a breather. Winter cocooning at Yusa” starts November 16, 2026 (Monday)!
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おふろcafé yusa, operated by 株式会社旅館古窯, in Kurosawa Onsen, Yamagata City, will hold the winter-only event “A Warm Breather: Wintering at Yusa” from November 16, 2026, to February 28. The event will feature locally sourced menus, sauna events and workshops, among other offerings, and an anniversary celebration will also be held from December 16 to 25.
[December 17 at 14:00] Japan Anger Management Association Representative Matsushima explains “Anger Management to Improve the Quality of Evaluation and Guidance”—from “emotional guidance” to feedback that leads to behavioral change—free online seminar
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一般社団法人日本アンガーマネジメント協会, operated by 株式会社レビックグローバル, will hold a free online seminar led by its representative director, Toru Matsushima, on December 17, 2026.
【KINTAN×ROTISSERIE★BLUE】Supervised by a Michelin chef! An exceptional collaborative lunch, where the rich flavors of meat meet French techniques, available for a limited time
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Trailhead Global Holdings, a subsidiary of 株式会社Yappa, announced that ROTISSERIE★BLUE and KINTAN will offer a collaborative lunch for a limited time starting November 9, 2026. The menu, supervised by one-Michelin-star chef Takahito Nishimura, features limited-time dishes combining the rich flavors of beef and chicken.
Facts
From Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Through Monday, Nov. 23 (holiday)
1,320 yen (tax included)
¥1,760 (tax included)
1,680 yen (tax included)
Yakiniku KINTAN (11 locations)
Shabu-shabu KINTAN (2 locations)
Capital: 1,648,302,222 yen
Companies mentioned：Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社、株式会社Yappa、ROTISSERIE★BLUE、KINTAN、株式会社 カルネヴァーレ、ワイエスフード
Launch of “AnyGift Catalog,” an e-gift catalog offering choices for birthdays, birth celebrations and other occasions
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AnyReach株式会社 has rebranded its card-style wedding favor gift, “AnyGift Wedding,” and launched “AnyGift Catalog,” an e-gift catalog for a range of occasions, including birthdays and birth celebrations. Gifts can be sent via LINE or social media, and recipients can choose from products by well-known brands. A 40% OFF campaign will also run through December 31, 2026, to mark the launch.
In a survey by 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ of 651 women aged 14 to 20, about 80% said they felt “I look good today” 3 days a week or fewer, while 9.5% said they felt that way every day.
Social contributions expand through collaboration among companies, schools and NPOs, with high school students also taking an active role: winners of the “TABLE FOR TWO Awards 2026” announced!
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特定非営利活動法人TABLE FOR TWO International announced the winners of the “TABLE FOR TWO Awards 2026.” 鹿児島県立鹿児島中央高等学校 and 株式会社アルビオン won the grand prize, while 大阪府立茨木高等学校 received a special award.
Facts
Approximately 700 participating companies and organizations nationwide
Donations totaling 103,275 yen were raised
Since 2020
Original給食１食につき
We donate the cost of 1 school lunch
2014
2022
12 years
The following 6 works won awards
Entry period: July 31–October 5
Voting period: October 15–October 23
Established in October 2007
20 yen of the purchase price is donated
A school lunch for 1 person is provided
We are joined by approximately 700 organizations, including companies, government agencies, universities and hospitals
5 countries in East Africa and Southeast Asia
The cumulative number of school meals supported has exceeded 110 million
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人TABLE FOR TWO International、TFT、鹿児島県立鹿児島中央高等学校、株式会社アルビオン、大阪府立茨木高等学校、井原水産株式会社、dentsu Japan、住友電気工業株式会社、株式会社グリーンハウス、内海産業株式会社、nodai、東京農業大学、株式会社ＳＵＢＡＲＵ
Airbnb Japan announces popular regional listings with kitchens, ideal for gathering with friends to enjoy “Airbi-meshi,” meals made with local ingredients
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Airbnb Japan has announced popular regional listings with kitchens and is running a campaign to encourage guests to enjoy “Airbi-meshi.” 94% of groups of 5 or more choose listings with kitchens, and bookings in regional areas have risen 70–74% over the past 2 years.
Facts
94% of groups of 5 or more choose listings with kitchens
Bookings for regional listings with kitchens have risen 70% over the past 2 years
About 86% of Gen Z in Japan are drawn to trips to “lesser-known regional towns”
Guests staying at listings with kitchens stay an average of 3.7 nights
Bookings to regional areas have risen 74% over the past 2 years
Wishlist additions have increased more than 300% year over year
Sanuki City, Kagawa Prefecture, also saw a 50% increase
Companies mentioned：Airbnb Japan株式会社、Airbnb、Airbnb Inc.
Originalラクスが提供する「楽楽自動応対」が「コールセンター/CRM デモ＆コンファレンス 2026 in 東京」に出展
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“楽楽自動応対,” an automated inquiry response system provided by 株式会社ラクス, will exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo,” to be held at Sunshine City on November 12–13, 2026.
Facts
November 12 (Thu.)–13 (Fri.), 2026
Cumulative deployments have exceeded 9,000 companies
東日印刷株式会社 recognized as a “Koto Brand”—business development leveraging its strengths in newspaper printing earns recognition
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東日印刷株式会社 (TONICHI), one of the world's largest newspaper printing companies, has been recognized as a 2026 Koto Brand. Founded in 1952, the company is headquartered at its Etchujima plant in Koto Ward, Tokyo, and has the capacity to print up to 2.3 million copies in 1 day. Drawing on its newspaper-printing technology, it has expanded into new businesses including “LIN-TE” and the location services business “T Loke.”
Facts
2026 Koto Brand Certification Review Committee
Established in fiscal 2014
Currently, 67 companies are registered
Since its founding in 1952
Handles about 90 publications
Equipped with 10 sets of newspaper presses
Printing capacity of up to 2.3 million copies in 1 day
MILIZE representative Tanaka to appear with 横浜銀行 at “Financial IT EXPO 2026” on Dec. 8
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株式会社MILIZE is sponsoring “Financial IT EXPO 2026,” to be held on Dec. 8, 2026, and its representative director, 田中徹, will appear alongside 石川久雄 of 株式会社横浜銀行. The talk will cover 横浜銀行's citizen development initiatives using Dify and advances in AI development through collaboration with MILIZE.
キッチハイク launches a gastronomy tour in Sera, Hiroshima Prefecture, to savor “matsu mushrooms × Sera wine,” in partnership with フェアフィールド・バイ・マリオット・広島世羅
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株式会社キッチハイク will begin selling “Sera Mushroom Gastronomy,” a stay-based gastronomy tour featuring “matsu mushrooms × Sera wine,” in October 2026 in partnership with フェアフィールド・バイ・マリオット・広島世羅 in Sera, Hiroshima Prefecture.
Facts
Sales begin in October 2026
¥55,000 (tax included / per pair, accommodation included)
[GPHG 2026 winner] コンスタンチン・チャイキン's “ThinKing Mystery” wins the international watch award “Audacity Prize”
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KONSTANTIN CHAYKIN's “ThinKing Mystery” won the Audacity Prize at GPHG 2026. The ultra-thin mechanical watch is just 1.65 mm thick, and this is the award's 2nd win in 8 years.
Authentic zenzai made with Erimo azuki beans from Tokachi, Hokkaido, arrives! The Japanese sweets cafe “amaneya CASUAL” at the large commercial complex “waSTEP AWAJISHIMA” on Awaji Island's east coast begins selling hot zenzai and take-home products
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ユーアールエー株式会社 began selling “Yokikana” zenzai made with Erimo azuki beans from Tokachi, Hokkaido, at the Japanese sweets cafe “amaneya CASUAL” inside the large commercial complex “waSTEP AWAJISHIMA” on Awaji Island's east coast on Nov. 12, 2026.
Breaking new ground in gut health with unique capsule technology that delivers beneficial ingredients to the intestines! 森下仁丹 offers a key to solving “gut-health confusion”
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森下仁丹株式会社 marked the 10th anniversary of its participation in the “Gut Microbiome Design Co-Creation Project,” run by Metagen, and introduced its efforts to deliver beneficial ingredients to the intestines using its unique capsule technology.
Notice of licensing agreement for Ford apparel and fashion accessories
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株式会社ブランチ・アウト has signed a licensing agreement covering apparel and fashion accessories for the global automotive brand Ford through CAA Brand Management.
Facts
For more than 120 years
A track record of more than 400 licensing agreements
About 169,000 employees
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブランチ・アウト、CAA Brand Management、Ford、フォード・モーター・カンパニー、Ford Motor Company、リンカーン、Ford Blue、Ford Model e、Ford Pro、フォード・モーター・クレジット・カンパニー
[A wagashi shop pushes boundaries] Toyohashi Station's No. 1 souvenir, “Black Thunder anmaki,” is also included. お亀堂カルミア店 to hold its “Big Autumn Portion Sale” for 3 days starting Nov. 13
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株式会社お亀堂 will hold its “Big Autumn Portion Sale” at お亀堂カルミア店 for 3 days starting Nov. 13, 2026. The sale will feature larger portions of popular Japanese sweets such as anmaki and oni manju, special sales of pastry skins and filling, daily onigiri, and a ¥200 gift certificate with purchases of ¥1,000 or more.
[A wagashi shop pushes boundaries] Toyohashi Station's No. 1 souvenir, “Black Thunder anmaki,” is also included. お亀堂カルミア店 to hold its “Big Autumn Portion Sale” for 3 days starting Nov. 13
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株式会社お亀堂 will hold its “Autumn Mega-Size Sale” for 3 days starting November 13, 2026, at its Okamedo Kalmia store. The sale will feature larger portions of popular Japanese sweets such as anmaki and oni-manju, special sales of sweet bean paste and pastry skins, onigiri available each day, and a ¥200 gift certificate for purchases of ¥1,000 or more.
<Kao アタック × ハルメク | Survey on Senior Women’s Views of Housework> Does housework shift from an “obligation” to “something to enjoy” as women get older? 81.2% of women in their 70s relate to “Raku-Kaji (Tano-Kaji)” among senior women
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According to a survey of 1,286 senior women conducted by Kao and ハルメク, the rate of agreement with “Raku-Kaji (Tano-Kaji),” which views housework as “enjoyable,” rose with age. The figure was 81.2% among women in their 70s, 9.4 percentage points higher than the 71.8% among women in their 40s. The rate of agreement was also 13.5 percentage points higher among those with high levels of happiness.
日清オイリオグループ株式会社 has signed a “Cooperation Agreement for Building a New Resource Circulation Model” with 横浜市 and 三井化学株式会社. The agreement aims to achieve resource circulation by collecting and recycling plastic bottles with oil residue and used cooking oil. Initiatives include demonstrations using a collection device being developed by 日清オイリオ, horizontal recycling into recycled PET bottles, and converting resources into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and bio-naphtha.
Learn the nuances of everyday conversation unique to Japanese! 『マンガだからわかる! シーン別 日本語会話フレーズ』 goes on sale November 17
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株式会社ナツメ社 will release 『マンガだからわかる! シーン別 日本語会話フレーズ』, written by 濱口沙耶香, on November 17. A collection of natural Japanese phrases for everyday situations, explained by an instructor with more than 3 million social media followers.
[Sensitive-skin brand DECENCIA] Up to 20% OFF! “Holiday Special Campaign 2026” begins Tuesday, November 10
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株式会社DECENCIA will run its “Holiday Special Campaign 2026” from November 10 to December 25, 2026, offering up to 20% off eligible sets and limited-time special gifts.
CData Software named a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Data Integration Tools
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CData Software announced that it has been named a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Data Integration Tools. It is the only Challenger vendor in this year’s report and provides AI agents with data access through Connect AI Gateway.
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2026
Nov. 4
Companies mentioned：CData Software、CData Software Japan 合同会社、Gartner
[ホテルニューオータニ博多] A dreamlike hotel stay with Pompompurin! Reservations for stays in January and February 2027 open December 1
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ホテルニューオータニ博多 will begin taking reservations on December 1, 2026, for January and February 2027 stays in its collaboration rooms with Sanrio character Pompompurin.
Original dimensional sticker-making service “ぷっくりシールラボ” launches
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株式会社ブランドゥコミュニケーション, a group company of ネクスターブランドゥホールディングス株式会社, has launched “ぷっくりシールラボ,” a service for creating original stickers with a three-dimensional look and transparency.
Facts
1,000 sheets: ¥480,000 (excluding tax)
Original1シート180円（税別）
Creation of new illustrations, logos and backing-card designs: from ¥80,000 (excluding tax)
[Ring in the New Year with fresh seafood delivered straight from Toyosu Market, generous sashimi platters and great drinks!] “魚がイチバン,” “さくら水産,” “魚さま” and “てらけん本家” to hold “Year-End and New Year Party: Full Support for Organizers Fair,” with a choice of a bottle of local sake or a 30-minute extension!
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Restaurants under 4 brands, including “魚がイチバン,” operated by 株式会社テラケン, are holding a special year-end and New Year party promotion through January 31, 2027.
Facts
Limited-time offer through Sunday, January 31, 2027
Eligible banquet courses for groups of 4 or more
Equivalent to an additional ¥1,000 per person (including tax)
Extend banquet time by 30 minutes
“10% off coupons” for each member of the group
“¥6,000 course”
“¥7,000 course”
“¥5,000 course”
Standard all-you-can-drink plan (normally ¥1,500, tax included)
Premium all-you-can-drink plan (normally ¥2,500, tax included)
[GoQSystem] New feature automatically generates product-description images from product information using AI
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株式会社GoQSystem released a new feature on November 4, 2026, that automatically generates product-description images from product information as part of its “KiNT” series of AI features for its cloud-based order management system, “GoQSystem.” It has also revamped the product management UI and is running a campaign to support new users.
Facts
Released Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Original1日3回まで無料で提供いたします
Available free of charge on an ongoing basis up to 10 times per month
Yappli supports development of “114times,” an internal newsletter app for employees of 百十四銀行
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株式会社ヤプリ supported development of “114times,” an internal newsletter app for approximately 3,000 employees and alumni of 百十四銀行. The app has addressed challenges with print media and achieved results including a 93.6% login rate.
Receives the “Chairperson’s Award for Effort” from the 独立行政法人高齢・障害・求職者雇用支援機構 at the Reiwa 8 Tokyo Awards for Outstanding Employers of People with Disabilities
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ハウスコム株式会社 received the “Chairperson’s Award for Effort” from the 独立行政法人高齢・障害・求職者雇用支援機構 at the Reiwa 8 Tokyo Awards for Outstanding Employers of People with Disabilities. The recipient was Genki Ishii of the company’s General Affairs Department at its head office; this was the 5th individual award received by an employee of the company.
[セブン‐イレブン exclusive] Buy in-store and pass along your thanks. “A QUO Card for today’s ‘thank you.’” Campaign starts November 10 (Tuesday)
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株式会社クオカード will run a QUO Card purchase campaign at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide starting November 10. Customers who submit a receipt for a QUO Card with a face value of at least ¥1,000 will enter a drawing to win ¥500 in QUO Card Pay, with 10,000 winners.
Facts
Face value of at least ¥1,000
10,000 winners selected by drawing
¥500 in QUO Card Pay
90.8% awareness
Based on a company survey of approximately 40,000 people nationwide
Tenda and Almondo to hold webinar on realizing AI that answers questions about in-house operations
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株式会社テンダ and 株式会社Almondo will hold an online webinar on November 26, 2026, explaining how to build a data foundation for using generative AI in in-house operations and how to use “Dojo,” a tool for automatically creating manuals.
Facts
A track record of more than 3,000 companies adopting the service
20th anniversary of the service launch: 20 years of Japanese society through visuals, Part 4 — 20 years of changing views on marriage as seen in stock photos
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ピクスタ株式会社 has published the 4th installment of a special series analyzing changes in views on marriage over 20 years, marking the 20th anniversary of its service launch in May 2026. The analysis shows that popular photos are shifting from conventional staged scenes to images reflecting each couple, with chapel photos declining in share and engagement shoots and photo weddings increasing.
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20th anniversary of the service launch
20th anniversary of the service launch in May 2026
Automatically keeps cargo level! Rental service begins for “Stairs Pro Series” electric stair-climbing carriers
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株式会社アクティオ will begin renting the “Stairs Pro Series SP200/SP350,” electric stair-climbing carriers that automatically keep cargo level while climbing stairs, on November 10, 2026.
The 11th of every month is “壱角家 Day.” Enjoy popular menu items at special prices! “壱角家 Day” will be held on November 11 (Wednesday).
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壱角家, operated by 株式会社ガーデン, will hold its monthly “壱角家 Day” campaign on November 11, offering a regular ramen for ¥691 (¥760 including tax) and giving new app members a coupon for a free topping.
Proud to sponsor “NIKKEI THE PITCH FESTIVAL 2026-27,” hosted by 日本経済新聞社, as a Platinum Partner
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株式会社ストライクグループ will sponsor “NIKKEI THE PITCH FESTIVAL 2026-27,” hosted by 日本経済新聞社, as a Platinum Partner. The company will hold its own reverse pitch session at the Osaka venue on November 27, promoting collaboration through open innovation and M&A.
November 22 is “A Day to Thank Pets.” The Mate Tokyo invites people to share their “thank you” messages for their dogs and cats
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The Mate Tokyo, the dog and cat skincare brand of 株式会社SkipSkip, will run an Instagram campaign inviting people to share stories of gratitude for their dogs and cats in conjunction with “THANKS PETS DAY” on November 22.
Facts
More than 20,000 shampoo bottles sold to date
18 winners in total
3 winners
5 winners
10 winners
2 times the odds of winning
Consolidated employees: 260
Companies mentioned：株式会社ACROVE、株式会社SkipSkip、The Mate Tokyo
[Limited perks for advance reservations] Accessories brand “GLUCK” opens reservations for visits to its POP UP STORE at Lumine Est Shinjuku
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株式会社グルック, which operates the accessories brand “GLUCK,” will hold a limited-time POP UP at ルミネエスト新宿店 from November 19 to 23, 2026, to mark the brand’s 5th anniversary. Advance reservations are now open, and perks will be given to the first 500 visitors.
A new sake experience, selected in the rice paddy. “S Kaze no Mori” launches its first 3-star Future Sake Rating! Tasting event to be held in Shimokitazawa on November 28
Salesforce named a Leader in “IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Agentic AI Platforms 2026”
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In IDC's “IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Agentic AI Platforms 2026,” Salesforce was placed in the Leaders category in the first-ever vendor evaluation. Its strengths, including the Atlas reasoning engine and Agentforce, were recognized, and customer examples including Vivint, Crocs and Southwest Airlines were also featured.