Fireworks artistry lights up the autumn night: 77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival held / Kawanishi, Hyogo Prefecture
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The 77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival was held in Kawanishi, Hyogo Prefecture, with approximately 4,000 fireworks launched and approximately 90,000 visitors in attendance.
RightTouch to exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo”
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株式会社RightTouch will exhibit at “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Tokyo,” held on November 12 and 13, 2026, and demonstrate its “QANT” series of AI contact center platforms. It will also hold a total of 3 seminars, including case study presentations by Mizuho Securities and SBI Securities and a talk by the RightTouch CEO.
Shoshu Kabu.com to host a webinar on November 15 featuring “Kyohei in Tbilisi” Mikami Kyohei, discussing setting up a company and opening a store in Georgia
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少数株ドットコム株式会社 will host a webinar on November 15 about the experience of establishing a company and opening a store in Georgia. The guest will be 三上恭平, Director of OMURICELAND LLC’s オムライスランド Tbilisi location, which the company supports through investment.
Facts
Webinar to be held on November 15, 2026
November 15, 2026 (Sunday), 17:00–18:00 (Japan time)
株式会社セゾンテクノロジー launched its official channel on the audio platform Voicy on November 10, 2026, and began distributing programs introducing initiatives such as improving sleep and promoting health-focused management through its in-house library.
AKEY CONSULTING joins as a partner in the Shibuya business leaders’ networking event on November 18
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株式会社AKEY CONSULTING will participate as an event partner in a business leaders’ networking event to be held in Shibuya, Tokyo, on November 18, 2026. The event, hosted by メンタルヘルスラボ古徳 president, will be free to attend and have a capacity of 30 participants.
A special photo spot arrives at the AOAO SAPPORO shop! “#Welcome_YOASOBI_Aquarium” campaign launches
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AOAO SAPPORO will launch the “#Welcome_YOASOBI_Aquarium” campaign in collaboration with YOASOBI’s Hokkaido shows, starting November 13, 2026. The campaign will feature a photo spot, limited-edition stickers, discounted admission to the Night Aquarium, and more.
Facts
From Nov. 13, 2026 (Fri)
4 days, from November 13 (Friday) to 16 (Monday)
3 m high × 5 m wide
Limited to the first 1,000 visitors each day
Original毎晩夜22時まで営業
Original17時以降の入館料が半額以下
Regular price: 2,200 yen
→ 1,000 yen
Regular price: 1,100 yen
→ 500 yen
Normally 200 yen
→ 100 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社青々、AOAO SAPPORO、YOASOBI、moyuk SAPPORO
“First Patronage Program, 9th Edition, Winter 2026” to be held
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公益財団法人川村文化芸術振興財団 will hold the “First Patronage Program, 9th Edition, Winter 2026” at KITTE in Marunouchi, Tokyo, from December 3 to 5, 2026, featuring an exhibition and sale of works by 21 emerging craft artists.
Facts
December 3 (Thursday) to 5 (Saturday), 2026
3 days
2017
5 judges
21 craft artists
9 fields
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人川村文化芸術振興財団、しぶや黒田陶苑、TOMIO KOYAMA GALLERY、株式会社スマイルズ、髙島屋京都店美術部、method inc.、一般社団法人 ザ・クリエイション・オブ・ジャパン(CoJ)、Keiko Art International
First in Japan! Taking on a beer brewing experiment aboard the International Space Station—raise a glass with beer made using yeast grown in space! Crowdfunding launches
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高砂電気工業株式会社, ISEKADO, 東洋製罐グループホールディングス, and others are taking on Japan’s first space brewing experiment, using JAXA’s Kibo paid-use program to study the fermentation behavior of beer yeast aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The project is raising funds through the crowdfunding service “CAMPFIRE” and aims to brew beer on Earth using yeast returned from space.
Facts
Original目標金額：1,000500万円
Fundraising period: November 10, 2026 (Tuesday) to January 25, 2027 (Monday), planned
【石井食品】From a town of 4,300 people to tables nationwide: promoting regional collaboration with Kunneppu, Hokkaido—“Hamburger Steak Made with Onions from Kunneppu, Hokkaido” to launch first in Hokkaido on November 12 (Thursday)
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石井食品 will launch its new hamburger steak, “Sweet Onion Soy Sauce,” made with onions from Kunneppu, Hokkaido, first in Hokkaido on November 12, 2026. Developed in collaboration with JAきたみらい and Kunneppu, the product features a sauce containing approximately 60% onions. The sales target is 100,000 units.
Facts
From Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Boasts the nation’s No. 2 ranking※2
In April 2025, it concluded a comprehensive partnership agreement with Kunneppu
Advancing PMI and the full-scale rollout of “Hmcomm CONSULTING” following the business transfer from 株式会社IPパートナーズ
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Ｈｍｃｏｍｍ株式会社 is strengthening sales efforts for “Hmcomm CONSULTING” as part of post-merger integration (PMI) following the business transfer from 株式会社IPパートナーズ, and is building a support framework that combines AI technology with consulting capabilities. It is also advancing collaboration with its consolidated subsidiary コラボテクノ株式会社 and a proof-of-concept project with DNPコアライズ.
株式会社東洋 established a dedicated media relations team on November 8, 2026, to handle the surge in interview requests for “クレーンゲームスーパー” following 日経トレンディ’s trend forecast announcement.
Warm local noodle dishes recreating the flavors of Okayama Prefecture and Shikoku: all 5 items go on sale in sequence starting Wednesday, November 18!
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will release all 5 warm “local noodle” dishes recreating local food culture in sequence starting November 18 at Seven-Eleven stores in Okayama Prefecture and the Shikoku area.
Facts
Price: 560 yen
Price: ¥620
Price: ¥450
On sale in sequence starting Wednesday, November 18
Tenniix launches advance reservations for the new “Tenniix S Series” model! Improvements in ball speed, ball quality, accuracy and consistency
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FLUX ROBOTICS’ smart tennis machine brand “Tenniix” has begun taking advance reservations for its new, upgraded models, “Tenniix S Basic” and “Tenniix S Pro.” Maximum ball speed has increased to 130 km/h, and landing accuracy has also been improved.
Facts
Raised maximum ball speed from the previous 120 km/h to 130 km/h
Increased the speed of high-speed topspin shots from the previous 80 km/h to 110 km/h
Improved ball quality by approximately 37.5%
Achieved an approximately 8.3% increase in speed
Reduced front-to-back landing error by approximately 33%
Special price at 20% OFF the regular retail price
Tenniix S Basic: ¥165,850
Tenniix S Pro: ¥240,850
Secured more than approximately ¥140 million in support funding
QommonsAI training held in Wake, Okayama Prefecture — “I didn’t know there was such a useful feature”: Putting internal knowledge to work
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On September 29, 2026, Polimill株式会社 held an intermediate-level training session on using the generative AI service for local governments, “QommonsAI,” for staff of Wake, Okayama Prefecture, who learned about applying features such as the private knowledge function to their work.
A regional excursion and destination-promotion initiative in collaboration with 6 cities along the Gakkentoshi Line
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西日本旅客鉄道株式会社 will promote the appeal of the areas along the Gakkentoshi Line in collaboration with 6 cities, holding a PR event and stamp rally at Tennoji Mio.
【Hamamatsu City, Hamakita area | Opening November 14】Experience the spacious feel of a courtyard and sloped ceiling in a 23.9-tsubo single-story home. PG HOUSE 浜松・磐田 opens a new model home in Kibune
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The custom-home brand “PG HOUSE 浜松・磐田,” operated by 株式会社LIFEFUND, will open a single-story model home in Kibune, Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City, on November 14, 2026, and hold an open house.
Find this winter’s standout outerwear at FREAK’S STORE! 10 outerwear looks modeled by 田中シェン
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Select shop “FREAK’S STORE,” operated by 株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル, will unveil a winter outerwear feature starring 田中シェン starting November 10. It showcases 10 outfits featuring items from brands including NANGA, TATRAS and DANTON.
Just 13% of companies are able to link investment in talent to business performance and financial results
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グローウィン・パートナーズ will hold a 3-day online seminar starting November 11, 2026, on “How to bridge the divide between management strategy and HR strategy.” Against the backdrop of a survey finding that just 13% of companies are able to quantitatively link investment in talent to business performance and financial results as human capital disclosure advances (ProFuture’s “Human Capital Survey 2025”), the company will share practical approaches to maximizing business results.
[On sale Nov. 11 at 11:11] GreenOcean’s “2027 Mystery Lucky Bag” returns this year after more than 10,000 were reserved last year
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隠れ工房GreenOcean, a specialty store for handmade craft supplies operated by 株式会社GreenOcean, has announced the release of its popular “2027 Mystery Lucky Bag,” which received more than 10,000 reservations last year. The bag contains products worth more than ¥30,000 in total and will sell for ¥14,980, including brand-new original molds and new-color coloring agents. Reservations will begin at each store in succession starting in November.
Facts
Products worth more than ¥30,000 in total
¥14,980 (tax included, free shipping)
Cumulative sales exceed 2.48 million bottles
Companies mentioned：株式会社GreenOcean、隠れ工房GreenOcean、まさるスタンド328 by GreenOcean 名古屋サカエチカ店、GreenOcean EC本店、楽天店
Notice: “CYBER RESILIENCE KYOTO 2026,” a cybersecurity seminar for business leaders
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日本テレネット株式会社 will hold “CYBER RESILIENCE KYOTO 2026,” a cybersecurity seminar for corporate executives, on Dec. 10, 2026, at Myojin Kaikan at Kamigamo Shrine in Kyoto. Co-hosted with Shikigaku, Deloitte Tohmatsu and EN Logical, the seminar is free to attend.
Ho Chi Minh City apparel brand /ou'ba:d/ makes its Japan debut; exclusively imported by 江原堂, with a pop-up at all day place shibuya in Shibuya from Nov. 13
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株式会社江原堂 has begun exclusively importing the Ho Chi Minh City apparel brand “/ou'ba:d/ (Obad)” and accessories brand “LÁT LỤM” in Japan, and will hold a pop-up store in Shibuya from Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 13, 2026
15th (Sun.)
¥10,890〜
¥14,190〜
¥3,900〜
2018
Mar. 2025
Companies mentioned：株式会社江原堂、/ou'ba:d/、LÁT LỤM、ASTOUD、all day place shibuya、株式会社電通
Online on Nov. 25 (Wednesday) from 17:00! Examples of short-term depreciation through “used apartment investment” for tax planning, supervised by a certified public accountant and tax accountant
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株式会社ゴールドオンライン will hold a free webinar on used apartment investment and short-term depreciation featuring Shinichi Tsushima of 藤和コーポレーション株式会社 on Nov. 25, 2026.
Facts
Aiming to defer ¥10.8 million in corporate taxes over 4 years (*2)
Plan guaranteeing up to 100% of the difference at sale
One example of a model simulation for a corporation with ¥10 million in profit
3rd Okayama “Festival of Flavor and Craftsmanship” to be held Nov. 14 and 15—Okayama’s “tasty foods” and “quality goods” come together in Osaka!
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The 3rd Okayama “Festival of Flavor and Craftsmanship,” co-hosted by 公益財団法人岡山県産業振興財団, will be held on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026, at Pop Town Suminodo in Daito, Osaka Prefecture. A total of 19 businesses will participate, including 10 food retailers and 9 craft and handmade goods retailers from Okayama Prefecture, with workshops and test marketing also planned.
Facts
3rd
10 Okayama “tasty food” retailers
9 “quality goods (crafts and handmade items)” retailers
19 businesses in total
4 types in total
Bagels made with 100% raw rice
About 1 billion lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria per 1 cc
Instructors who led DX efforts at LIXIL for about 20 years explain. 5 talks on using AI to eliminate “only that person can do it” bottlenecks; the 2nd “Easy to emulate! Case Study Seminar” <Dec. 9 and 10, free admission>
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株式会社イプロス will hold the 2nd “Easy to emulate! Case Study Seminar” at “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026,” taking place at Tokyo International Forum on Dec. 9 and 10, 2026. Five speakers, including Kentaro Hashimoto, who has experience leading DX initiatives at LIXIL, will explain the latest AI applications, including reducing reliance on specific individuals in manufacturing operations, transferring technical skills and automating drawing-related work.
Facts
About 20 years
December 9, 2026
Dec. 10, 2026
20 talks in total
5 talks
Original1講演20分
About 2,000 companies
More than 100 seminars and training sessions annually
Results for the 2nd quarter (interim period) of the fiscal year ending March 2027: Sales grew steadily, up 9.4%; orders received and order backlog both set record highs for a 2nd quarter
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株式会社ヴィス announced its consolidated results for the 2nd quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027, with sales of ¥7,520 million, up 9.4% year over year. Both orders received and the order backlog reached record highs for a 2nd quarter. The company maintained its full-year forecast and expects revenue and profit to rise for the 6th consecutive fiscal year.
Facts
¥7,520 million
¥519 million
The order acceptance rate was 75.2%, exceeding the 70% target
Hamamatsu eel takeout shop 浜松うなぎの五島, celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2027, begins selling “imperfectly packaged kabayaki” on Amazon
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浜松うなぎの五島, a Hamamatsu eel takeout shop operated by 有限会社五島養魚場, has begun selling “imperfectly packaged kabayaki” for home consumption on Amazon to mark its 60th anniversary in 2027. A 5% off sale on eligible products will run from Nov. 1 through Nov. 22, 2026.
A “heart-stirring winter market” is coming to the heart of Tenjin, Fukuoka! The 4th SOL Marche will be held for 5 days starting Saturday, Nov. 21, under the theme “Heartwarming preparations for winter as we await Christmas.”
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The 4th SOL Marche, hosted by the General Incorporated Association Geo Organic Days, will be held for 5 days starting Nov. 21, 2026, at Solaria Plaza in Fukuoka. Its theme is “Heartwarming preparations for winter as we await Christmas.” The event will feature organic food and goods for sale, live music performances by Tsutomu Sakamoto and others, and K-pop merchandise.
Facts
4th time
Nov. 21 (Sat.)–25, 2026
11:00～19:00
Admission: Free
Over 3 days
Established Feb. 5, 2020
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 ジオーガニックデイズ、(株)クラフティア、積水ハウス（株）、(株)LANDICホールディングス、(株)メーカーズ、ヤンマーホールディングス（株）、QTnet、九州電力(株)、(株）九州博報堂、九州旅客鉄道（株）、(株)サエキジャパン、(株)菜根譚るきあ、西部ガスホールディングス(株)、篠原公認会計士事務所グループ、(株)大央、西日本鉄道(株)、日本航空（株）、福岡地域戦略推進協議会、(株)レイメイ藤井、We Love 天神協議会、西日本鉄道株式会社
Anfini named sponsor of “ASTEEDA Executive Salon 2026”
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株式会社Anfini will sponsor the business conference “ASTEEDA Executive Salon 2026 in OKINAWA by FINCHI,” to be held at the Okinawa Convention Center from Nov. 26 to 28, 2026, and will participate as a session speaker and exhibitor.
Attendance at the hugely successful Tokyo venue of “MAPPA EXPO 15th Anniversary” tops 100,000!
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Attendance at the Tokyo venue of “MAPPA EXPO 15th Anniversary,” hosted by animation studio MAPPA, topped 100,000, and a commemorative ceremony was held. It was also announced that the event will be held in Fukuoka starting in January 2027.
Bringing “the joy of choosing colors” to 3D floor mats that used to be all black. New Jimny-exclusive “KHIASM CHROMA 3D FLOOR MAT”
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株式会社CONNECT has released the “CHROMA 3D FLOOR MAT,” a 3D floor mat exclusively for AT vehicles of スズキ Jimny and Jimny Sierra, under its new brand “KHIASM.” The mats cost 29,800 yen and come in 2 colors: “DESERT” and “ARCTIC.”
Facts
Retail price: 29,800 yen (tax included)
Choose from 2 designs: “DESERT” and the achromatic, sleek “ARCTIC”
[Ducky Duck] 2nd industry-academia collaboration! Menu created by students of 日本栄養大学 brought to market!
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Towa Food Service will launch a new menu featuring ingredients from Kawagoe, developed by students of 日本栄養大学, at Ducky Duck Kitchen アトレマルヒロ Kawagoe store starting Nov. 11, 2026.
Re;plus asia .ltd signs business partnership agreement with ＴＳＳプロダクション
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Re;plus asia .ltd has signed a business partnership agreement with 株式会社ＴＳＳプロダクション, a production company in the テレビ新広島 group, to support local companies in addressing challenges and growing their businesses.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
Sept. 19, 2023
July 1, 1985
Companies mentioned：Re;plus asia .ltd、リプラスアジア、ＴＳＳプロダクション、株式会社ＴＳＳプロダクション、テレビ新広島
Previous event participant satisfaction: 96%! To mark the designation of “July 10 as Vegetable Oil Day,” a PR event, “Discover the many charms of vegetable oil! A cooking time connected by vegetable oil,” will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026.
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一般社団法人日本植物油協会 held a PR event in Kyoto on Nov. 10, 2026, to mark the designation of “July 10 as Vegetable Oil Day.” The event highlighted the appeal of vegetable oils through lectures and cooking experiences. Executive Director Katagiri expressed a commitment to responding to tight supply-and-demand conditions and advancing the industry.
Facts
Held on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
In 1994, July 10 was designated as “Vegetable Oil Day”
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, 13:00–14:30
Members produce more than 95% of the vegetable oil produced in Japan
Touch On Time, the No. 1 time and attendance management system by market share, and TKC’s FX Cloud Series cloud accounting software begin API integration
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Original株式会社デジジャパンの勤怠管理システム「Touch On Time」と株式会社TKCのクラウド会計ソフト「FXクラウドシリーズ」が、2026年11月9日よりAPI連携を開始した。これにより、手動でのデータ取り込みが不要になり、業務効率化と人的エラーの抑制が期待できる。
Facts
Starting Nov. 9, 2026
More than 75,000 companies have adopted the system
Next-generation teapot “CHASTA(チャスタ),” with cumulative sales topping 50,000 units, takes on its next challenge: a short drama starring gyaru! “Tea is so cool.” released
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共栄製茶株式会社 will release the short drama “Tea is so cool” starring gyaru on Nov. 10, 2026, to introduce the appeal of its next-generation teapot “CHASTA(チャスタ),” whose cumulative sales have topped 50,000 units, to younger generations.
Harmony Plus holds career class for approximately 150 third-year students at 情報科学専門学校. Time to reflect on their past and put what matters to them into words
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ハーモニープラス株式会社 held a career class for approximately 150 third-year students at 情報科学専門学校, operated by 学校法人岩崎学園.
A 30-second “text neck” self-check you can do by standing against a wall: How to check at home whether your head is jutting forward, introduced by a chiropractic clinic at the south exit of Niigata Station [NAORU整体 新潟院]
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ビューイング株式会社 announced a 30-second wall-based self-check for “text neck,” which can result from prolonged smartphone or computer use, and said it will offer free AI posture checks at its Niigata clinic in November.
The hall has been closed since April 2025 for reconstruction.
In Chigasaki City in December 2026
Will be held in Kawasaki City in March 2027
Received the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s Art Encouragement Prize in 2022
Received the Purple Ribbon Medal in the Reiwa 5 autumn honors in 23
After leaving the ballet company in 2024
At age 16, won the top prize and the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award at the Kumamoto National Japanese Music Competition, becoming its youngest-ever recipient
After making his debut at age 19
Original2027年3月22日（月・休）15:00開演
S: 8,000 yen
S pair: 14,000 yen
A: 6,000 yen
B: 4,000 yen
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Original2026年12月27日（日）15:00開演
Companies mentioned：神奈川県、公益財団法人神奈川芸術文化財団、神奈川県立県民ホール、東京バレエ団、バーミンガム・ロイヤル・バレエ団、ハンブルク・バレエ団、神奈川フィルハーモニー管弦楽団、昭和音楽大学、茅ヶ崎市民文化会館、公益財団法人茅ヶ崎市文化・スポーツ振興財団、KAAT神奈川芸術劇場、神奈川県立音楽堂、神奈川芸術協会、チケットぴあ、イープラス、ローソンチケット、Newsweek Japan誌、ブルーノート東京、SUMMER SONIC
A 4-channel mixer for a wide range of events, inheriting the layout and usability of the DJM-A9: Introducing the DJM-A7
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AlphaTheta株式会社 will release the 4-channel performance DJ mixer DJM-A7 on November 18, 2026. The unit inherits the usability and sound quality of the DJM-A9 and features 2 USB Type-C ports and the industry’s first MASTER TEXTURE function. The price is 249,700 yen (tax included).
Happy Kuji “Zootopia” Nick Collection launches; to mark “Good Nick Day,” Nick posters will appear in Shibuya from Monday, November 16! The “Happy Kuji Quest: Find Nick’s Poster” event will be held!
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株式会社サニーサイドアップ will launch the Happy Kuji “Zootopia” Nick Collection, themed around the Disney film “Zootopia” character Nick Wilde, at セブン-イレブン, イトーヨーカドー and ゆめタウン starting November 28, 2026. To mark “Good Nick Day,” limited-edition posters will also be displayed in the Shibuya area, alongside a social media posting campaign.
Explore the world of 『遷移圏見聞録』 in free-roam XR experience “Mobilis Frontier: The Forgotten City of Memories,” opening December 5 at WHAT CAFE in Tennozu Isle; the series’ first tea experience lets visitors savor the world of the work
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株式会社アルファコード will present “Mobilis Frontier: The Forgotten City of Memories,” an XR experience based on 株式会社第九’s IP 『遷移圏見聞録』, at WHAT CAFE in Tennozu Isle from December 5, 2026. The venue will also feature the series’ first tea experience and a regional products fair. All sessions at the previous Yurakucho venue sold out immediately.
[ecbo’s Shinichi Kudo and HOMMA’s Takeshi Homma confirmed as speakers] Speakers announced for Part 4 session of “TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT”!
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ecbo’s Shinichi Kudo and HOMMA Group’s Takeshi Homma have been confirmed as speakers for the Part 4 session of “TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT.” Natsuki Arii of デライト・ベンチャーズ, formerly of 野村證券, will moderate.
Facts
Expanded to more than 3,500 stores nationwide
Helped more than 1 million people get around to date
To mark “Mikawa Isshiki Eel Day” on November 22, 西尾市 will run a 12-day consumption-boosting campaign from November 11 to 22, with 29 participating stores in and outside the city. It will also publish the “Mikawa Isshiki Eel Guidebook” to promote the area’s appeal as a production region.
Original国内最⾼峰のモータースポーツ “SUPER FORMULA” 最終戦は脇阪寿⼀&⼟屋武⼠のW解説に決定！11.20(⾦)・21(⼟)・22(⽇) 2026 SUPER FORMULA Rd.11・12
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株式会社日本レースプロモーション has announced the broadcast and streaming details and lineup for the final round (Rounds 11 and 12) of the 2026 All-Japan Super Formula Championship, to be held at Suzuka Circuit from November 20 to 22. Juichi Wakisaka and Takeshi Tsuchiya will provide commentary.
Facts
11.20(⾦)･21(⼟)･22(⽇)
2026 SUPER FORMULA
14-day free trial for first-time users
Born July 29, 1972
Born November 4, 1972
3-time series champion
2002, 2006 and 2009
In 2016
GT300 class
Exclusively for ages 16–23
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本レースプロモーション、JRP、TGR TEAM SARD、つちやエンジニアリング、MAZDA SPIRIT RACING 3 Future concept、JR東海ツアーズ、J SPORTS、MTV、FOD、ABEMA、DAZN、日本自動車会議所、鈴鹿市
“KIRIMIちゃん. Hot-and-Steaming Diner Series” from サンリオキャラクターズ to go on sale at むにゅぐるみパティオ stores and the official online store
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むにゅぐるみパティオ, operated by 株式会社KThingS, will begin selling the “KIRIMIちゃん. Hot-and-Steaming Diner Series” from サンリオキャラクターズ in stores and online starting November 12.
Eight Youtooz plush toys and figures based on the popular animated series HELLUVA BOSS set for release!
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インフォレンズ株式会社 announced that it will release 8 Youtooz products based on the anime HELLUVA BOSS: 5 plush toys and 3 figures. Preorders open on November 10, 2026, with products scheduled to go on sale sequentially from late June 2027.
The Christmas Tree Gift, a set of bath fizzers and hand cream, will be released in limited quantities on November 10 as a 2026 holiday coffret from 株式会社グローバルプロダクトプランニング's ウィリアム・モリス・アットホーム brand.
JBL marks its 80th anniversary as all 5 models in its flagship JBL Summit series gather in Osaka: exhibiting at the 34th Osaka High-End Audio Show 2026
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ハーマンインターナショナル株式会社 will exhibit at the 34th Osaka High-End Audio Show 2026 to mark JBL's 80th anniversary. All 5 models in the new flagship JBL Summit series will be on display. In particular, the JBL Summit K2 and JBL Summit Everest will be demonstrated with Mark Levinson No600 series amplifiers.
Miura Peninsula Blue Carbon Project by 4 cities and 1 town: Wakame Seaweed Farming Experience Event to Be Held!
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As part of a Blue Carbon Project involving 4 cities and 1 town on the Miura Peninsula, a seaweed farming experience event will be held in the waters off Hashirimizu, covering everything from seeding to harvesting and tasting. Registration opens on November 9, 2026.
In the AI era, what is needed is the ability to think beyond speaking skills. Kids Duo advanced's Winter Course 2026 helps students identify and solve problems in English; now accepting applications
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Kids Duo advanced, operated by 株式会社やる気スイッチグループ, will offer its Winter Course 2026 in winter 2026 to develop students' ability to think through identifying and solving problems in English. The program offers a range of courses, including Eiken test preparation and debate.
Facts
Winter 2026
8 sessions in total
4 sessions in total
5 episodes in total
Approximately 2,400 or more* classrooms
More than 138,000* children
June 2023
December 2024
Companies mentioned：株式会社やる気スイッチグループ、Kids Duo advanced、TBSグループ、寺小屋グループ、公益財団法人 日本英語検定協会
New merchandise for the TV anime Kill Blue is here! Must-have items featuring cool newly drawn illustrations of Juzo and the others wearing argyle outfits, along with cute GraffArt designs!
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New merchandise for the TV anime Kill Blue is now on sale at eeo Store online and the Ikebukuro main store. The lineup features newly drawn illustrations and GraffArt designs.
New merchandise for the TV anime Chained Soldier 2 is here! Must-have items, including a body pillow cover, featuring newly drawn illustrations of Kyouka Uzen, Tenka Izumo, Fubuki Azuma, and Ren Yamashiro!
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New merchandise for the TV anime Chained Soldier 2 goes on sale at eeo Store online and other outlets starting November 6, 2026. The lineup includes body pillow covers and can badges featuring newly drawn illustrations of heroines such as Kyouka Uzen. Customers will receive an illustration card as a purchase bonus.
New merchandise for the TRPG At no Matsuri -Akai Utage- is here! The stunning looks of Kaito Narumi, Takashi Yanagida, and Masaru Yanagida in their suits are a feast for the eyes!
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New merchandise for the TRPG At no Matsuri -Akai Utage- is now on sale at eeo Store online and the Ikebukuro main store. The lineup includes products featuring character designs themed around suits, and customers spending at least ¥2,200 will receive an illustration card as a purchase bonus.
Facts
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
2,200 yen (tax included)
550 yen (tax included)
3,300 yen (tax included)
¥690 (tax included)
¥4,140 (tax included)
935 yen (tax included)
¥4,675 (tax included)
880 yen (tax included)
1,980 yen each (tax included)
900 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社A3、eeo Store online、eeo Store 池袋本店
Handball 2026-27 League H Women's Regular Season: Last season's champions 香川銀行シラソル香川 take on this season's leaders アランマーレ富山, with a free live broadcast on CS channel 日テレジータス!
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The Handball 2026-27 League H Women's Division's 5th-round match between last season's champions 香川銀行シラソル香川 and this season's leaders アランマーレ富山 will be broadcast live for free on 日テレジータス on November 14.
[ホテルグランヴィア岡山] A warm winter to bring hearts together. Enjoy a romantic evening with someone special or a serene celebration in Japanese style
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ホテルグランヴィア岡山 (株式会社JR西日本ホテルズ) will offer special menus created by each restaurant and dinner-inclusive accommodation plans featuring renovated rooms during the 2026 Christmas season.
A bounty of medicinal desserts celebrating the seasons! The first recipe book from 旧雨, the popular restaurant where reservations are hard to get: Sweets and Desserts from the Medicinal Chinese Restaurant “旧雨,” on sale December 9.
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旧雨, a medicinal Chinese restaurant in Nishi-Waseda, Tokyo, will release its first recipe book, Sweets and Desserts from the Medicinal Chinese Restaurant “旧雨,” on December 9.
Shuzo Matsuoka gives it his all to cheer you on in the ultimate encouragement book, The Big Good Fortune Book 2027, on sale Friday, November 27. “Use fortune-telling as a guide, while choosing your own future through your own strength”—a new mook proposing good fortune driven by you!
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株式会社主婦と生活社 will release The Big Good Fortune Book 2027, a good-luck mook supervised by and featuring words of encouragement from Shuzo Matsuoka, on November 27. Astrologers including Ryuji Kagami propose “good fortune driven by you,” alongside messages from Matsuoka and bonus items.
Spend a fun day at Kokura Factory Railway Land, a railway wonderland where adults and children alike can learn and play! (Departure: December 19; reservation deadline: December 13)
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JR Kyushu will offer a special tour on December 19, 2026, granting access to Kokura Factory Railway Land inside the Kokura General Rolling Stock Center. There are 2 plans, departing from and returning to Hakata Station or meeting at the site, with activities including a factory tour and an onboard announcement experience.
Recipients of the Reiwa 8 fiscal year (1st) “Treasures of Japanese Cuisine” awards selected: 8 people
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The 8 recipients of the Reiwa 8 fiscal year (1st) “Treasures of Japanese Cuisine” awards, organized by the Agency for Cultural Affairs with 株式会社ぐるなび serving as secretariat, have been selected.
Sticker-collection RPG “Bikkuriman Wonder Collection”: Chapter 11 of the Next Generation Adventure arc, “The Advent of the Demon Prince,” begins! New characters “Draculos” and “Kanjō Bakuto” make their debut!
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株式会社マーベラス announced the addition of Chapter 11 of the Next Generation Adventure arc, “The Advent of the Demon Prince,” and new characters “Draculos” and “Kanjō Bakuto” to the main quest of the sticker-collection RPG “Bikkuriman Wonder Collection,” along with the launch of various events.
Introducing a new Black Friday initiative, “Black Friday, Choose Your Journey.” Choose a trip that suits you, with accommodation plans and dining inspired by black and white
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株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド will run its new Black Friday initiative, “Black Friday, Choose Your Journey,” from November 20 to 30, 2026. It will offer accommodation and dining plans that let guests choose their travel style from 2 categories: “BLACK (extraordinary experiences and luxury)” and “WHITE (winter scenery and relaxation).” The initiative was planned based on the results of a survey of members.
Details of Minetarō Mochizuki’s first original-art exhibition, “Minetarō Mochizuki Exhibition: ‘Graphism’”; merchandise by Minetarō Mochizuki, Sukeshin and Tsuribe Tokyo to be released!
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株式会社パルコ and Kodansha will hold Minetarō Mochizuki’s first original-art exhibition, “Minetarō Mochizuki Exhibition: ‘Graphism’,” at 渋谷PARCO starting November 20, 2026. The exhibition will focus on 3 works—“Bataashi Kingyo,” “Dragon Head” and “Tokyo Kaido”—and feature merchandise by Sukeshin and Tsuribe Tokyo, as well as an opening reception.
Facts
15 days
More than 40 years
1,000 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、株式会社講談社、GALLERY X BY PARCO、渋谷PARCO、C.E. （CAVEMPT）、A BATHING APE®、DOMMUNE、SUPER DOMMUNE
Popular talents including Naoki Tanaka (Cocorico), Ganbareruya and Erina Ikuta gather in Fukuoka! “Geothermal Symposium in Fukuoka: A festival where you can learn while laughing!” to be held on Saturday, November 21, at Nishitetsu Hall and Lion Square
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Original独立行政法人エネルギー・金属鉱物資源機構（JOGMEC）主催、吉本興業株式会社企画運営による「地熱シンポジウム in 福岡」が2026年11月21日に開催される。田中直樹らタレントを招き、地熱エネルギーの理解促進を図る。
Festive events to be held under the theme “CHARMS OF THE FOREST”
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ホテルインディゴ軽井沢 will hold festive events under the theme “CHARMS OF THE FOREST” from Christmas through New Year’s Eve. A range of programs, including outdoor illuminations, a bonfire music lounge and a charm-making workshop, will run from November 11, 2026, through the end of February 2027.
Facts
155 rooms in total
2,000 yen for adults
Children: 1,000 yen
160 million members
More than 7,000 hotels currently operating
Approximately 400,000 staff
Companies mentioned：TC ホテルズ&リゾーツ株式会社、ホテルインディゴ軽井沢、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、蔦屋書店、SMOM、ザ・スパ by HARNN、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC、IHG・ANA・ホテルズ予約センター
Learn directly from 22 instructors, including authors of teaching materials and specialist books. 株式会社篠研 is recruiting the 1st cohort for its fully online “Registered Japanese Language Teacher Training Course,” registered with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
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株式会社篠研 is recruiting the 1st cohort for its fully online “Registered Japanese Language Teacher Training Course,” registered with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, for the February 2027 course. Features include live classes with 22 instructors and an exemption system for the basic examination. The total cost is 501,270 yen including tax.
First official beach tournament held in Suma, with 6 teams from Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong competing!
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一般社団法人日本YOU.FO協会 held the first official sand-surface tournament, “YOU.FO Ring Cross Open in Japan Beach Games SUMA 2026,” as an official event of “ジャパンビーチゲームズ®須磨2026” at Suma Beach in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on October 24 and 25, 2026. Six teams from 3 countries and regions—Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong—competed, with Hong Kong’s “HKG Team” taking first place.
JR East will fully introduce walk-through ticket gates at 40 stations, including all Yamanote Line stations, in spring 2028, enabling contactless passage using Mobile Suica and UWB technology. Trial use will begin at 14 stations in April 2027, with the aim of expanding the system to all stations with ticket gates by the end of fiscal 2031.
Osaka University of Tourism, in collaboration with 一般社団法人大阪外食産業協会 (ORA), will launch the public course “Restaurant Management” on September 25. Starting November 20, presidents of 6 leading food-service companies in Kansai will speak for 6 consecutive weeks, every Friday.
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学校法人大阪観光大学 and 一般社団法人大阪外食産業協会 (ORA) will launch the industry-academia collaborative public course “Restaurant Management” on September 25, 2026. Starting November 20, presidents of 6 leading food-service companies in Kansai will appear as special lecturers.
ベクター・ジャパン will exhibit at EdgeTech+ 2026, held at Pacifico Yokohama from November 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing solutions including automated unit testing and SDV development.
Remote imaging diagnosis support service through collaboration between insured medical institutions newly adopted by a medical institution in the Shikoku region
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ViewSend ICT株式会社 announced that its remote imaging diagnosis support service based on collaboration between insured medical institutions was adopted and began operating at a medical institution in the Shikoku region in October 2026.
Hiring 2 designers through employee interview articles in a construction industry facing labor shortages: Web recruitment efforts by Gifu builder 山喜建設 and アルテナ
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アルテナ株式会社 supported Web recruitment for Gifu builder 山喜建設, helping it hire 2 designers through employee interview articles and ad placements.
Facts
2 designers
The job openings-to-applicants ratio is 5.58 times
Conversions increased to 10 times the previous month's figure
Aurora Mobile's EngageLab is supporting real-time engagement for the IoT cat rescue app “Purrrr,” which adopted its push notification solution “AppPush.”
Facts
More than 20,000 smart feeders
More than 10 countries and regions
200 cities
Push notifications delivered in less than 1 second
1.75 million cumulative downloads
Ranked No. 1
Original1日あたり最大4万4,000ダウンロード
Companies mentioned：Aurora Mobile株式会社、EngageLab、Aurora Mobile Limited、Purrrr
【西武池袋本店】BENTO Station marks 1st anniversary with special bento launch
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西武池袋本店's “BENTO Station” marks its 1st anniversary with the launch of commemorative bento boxes. The e.PICK pickup window has also been extended to 9 p.m., and “BENTO osechi” has been added.
Facts
Opened in November 2025
To mark its 1st anniversary
Weekday and Saturday hours will be extended to 9 p.m.
Business card management moves from “storing” to “connecting to business”: Launch of “Sakihodo（サキホド）,” which handles follow-up after business card exchanges
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D株式会社 has launched “Sakihodo（サキホド）,” a sales support service that centralizes business card exchanges, customer information management and thank-you emails.
【NIPLIFE】New “URURA＋(ウルラプラス)” ultra-fast steam humidifier advances in speed, quietness and ease of use (Reservations open November 6, 2026)
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株式会社日創プラス is launching “URURA＋,” an ultra-fast steam humidifier with improved speed, quietness and ease of use, with reservations opening November 6, 2026.
“Everything in the world is a place of learning”: Vice principal who experienced school nonattendance to speak at a talk and exchange event for parents and education professionals on 11/28, with support from 仙台市教育委員会
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The free school “飛鳥未来中等部・初等部 仙台教室,” operated by 学校法人三幸学園, will hold a talk on November 28, 2026, with the support of 仙台市教育委員会, for parents of students who do not attend school and education professionals.
AeroEdge（エアロエッジ） Director COO/CTO Mizuta speaks at the UK-Japan Defence and Technology Symposium
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水田和裕氏, director and COO/CTO of AeroEdge株式会社, spoke at the UK-Japan Defence and Technology Symposium in London, UK, and took part in a panel discussion on small and medium-sized enterprises and next-generation defense innovation.
Facts
November 4, 2026
Securities code: 7409
Founded in 2015
Companies mentioned：AeroEdge株式会社、Institute of Directors、Japan Business Group、Japan House London、Edgewing Systems Limited、Safran Aircraft Engines社
【横浜エクセレンス】Notice of District Alignment for the 2027-28 B.LEAGUE ONE Season
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The district alignment for the 2027-28 B.LEAGUE ONE season has been decided, with 横浜エクセレンス joining the Eastern District. The announcement also outlines the current progress toward the 90,000-person attendance target for entry into B.LEAGUE PREMIER (10,249 people) and the importance of continued support.
A Festive Season at シックスセンシズ 京都, Featuring a Gluten-Free Christmas Cake
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Six Senses Kyoto will offer gluten-free sweets, special dinner courses and limited-edition cocktails for the festive season spanning Christmas and the year-end and New Year holidays.
Facts
Miroir Chocolat (¥7,000, tax included)
Gateau Fraise au Miel (¥7,000, tax included)
Price: ¥20,000 per person (tax and service charge included)
Merry Berry Fizz ¥3,200
Chilled Mulled Wine ¥3,200
Merry Berry Fizz 0.0 (non-alcoholic) ¥2,500
Number of guest rooms: 81
Operates 26 hotels and resorts in 22 countries worldwide
A further 38 development projects are underway
One of the world's largest loyalty programs, with 145 million members
More than 6,800 operating hotels in over 100 countries worldwide
More than 1 million rooms
A development pipeline of more than 2,300 properties
Companies mentioned：シックスセンシズ 京都、Café Sekki、Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate、Nine Tails、IHG ホテルズ&リゾーツ、IHGワンリワーズ、ANA、ホテルズグループジャパン、シックスセンシズ ホテルズ リゾーツ スパ、リージェント ホテルズ&リゾーツ、インターコンチネンタル ホテルズ&リゾーツ、ヴィニェット コレクション
Winner in the Social Design category of the Wood Design Award 2026: A well-being architecture implementation project using early-maturing Japanese paulownia that reaches maturity in 5 years
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株式会社アイム・ユニバース won in the Social Design category of the Wood Design Award 2026 for its Early-Maturing Japanese Paulownia Well-Being Architecture Implementation Project, jointly promoted with 一般社団法人クール・アース and 株式会社時設計. The project uses early-maturing Japanese paulownia, which reaches maturity in 5–6 years, to promote sustainable resource circulation and create a well-being residential environment.
Facts
Reaches maturity in just 5–6 years
High CO2 absorption capacity of approximately 65kg–70kg per year
Zero industrial waste (100% fully recycled)
More than approximately 40% of the offcuts generated during logging and milling
【November 2026】Market Trends in Freelance Project Rates【フリーランスボード】
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INSTANTROOM株式会社 announced market trends for freelance projects in November 2026. The average monthly rate was ¥760,000, while Rust topped the rates by programming language at ¥847,000.
ネットスターズ launches initiative with Dandelion, which operates a payment network in 200 countries and regions, to strengthen cross-border payment infrastructure
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株式会社ネットスターズ has signed a service agreement with Dandelion Payments, Euronet Worldwide's cross-border payments division, to strengthen the settlement infrastructure for outbound payments through JPQR Global.
Facts
Operates a payment network in 200 countries and regions
＼Astronaut Kimiya Yui visits 柏市役所／Ceremony held to present the Citizen Special Achievement Award
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柏市役所 will host a courtesy visit by astronaut Kimiya Yui, who completed a long-duration mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), and hold a ceremony to present him with the Citizen Special Achievement Award.