# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-11 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 15

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1142 items from 8 sources; Taiwan, 259 items from 12 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## A first-ever initiative directly connecting customers with organic producers is also planned: ビオセボン’s 10th Anniversary Thank-You Festival begins Wednesday, Nov. 11!

- Published: 2026-11-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006195.000007505.html
- anchor: #n3831606
- Companies mentioned: イオン株式会社、ビオセボン・ジャポン株式会社、ビオセボン

ビオセボン・ジャポン株式会社は、創業10周年を記念し2026年11月11日から11月24日まで「10周年感謝祭」を開催する。期間中、レシート抽選キャンペーンや希少チーズの限定販売などを実施。

Facts:
- Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- Tuesday, Nov. 24
- At least 2,000 yen before tax
- Prizes for a total of 260 people
- Aged for 78 months
- Net weight: 100 g
- 2,480 yen before tax
- 2,300 yen before tax
- Limited to 200 sets
- 24 locations in Tokyo and Kanagawa

## Nov. 11 is “Good Windows 11 Day”! Full text of the new book “Dekiru Windows 11 2027 Revised 6th Edition: Copilot Compatible” available free for 3 days only before publication

- Published: 2026-11-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007822.000005875.html
- anchor: #n3831605
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インプレスホールディングス、株式会社インプレス、Amazon

Impress, a subsidiary of 株式会社インプレスホールディングス, is holding a campaign to mark Nov. 11 as “Good Windows 11 Day,” offering the full text of its forthcoming book “Can Do Windows 11 2027, Revised 6th Edition, with Copilot” free for 3 days.

Facts:
- Available for 3 days only
- This is the 6th time the campaign has been held
- Page count: 320 pages
- List price: ¥1,100
- 8,000万 copies across the series

## 【JAF Shizuoka】Are you fully prepared for winter roads? JAF静岡支部 to hold a “Tire Chain Installation and Inspection Workshop” on 12/23

- Published: 2026-11-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007844.000010088.html
- anchor: #n3831604
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本自動車連盟、JAF、JAF静岡支部

JAF Shizuoka Branch of the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) will hold a “Tire Chain Installation and Inspection Workshop” on Dec. 23, 2026. JAF instructors will provide one-on-one guidance, and participation is free.

Facts:
- December 23, 2026
- 4 units in total
- Participation is free
- Application deadline: Dec. 11, 2026

## 【JAF Fukuoka】Driving school for seniors to help them continue driving with confidence

- Published: 2026-11-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007873.000010088.html
- anchor: #n3831603
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本自動車連盟、JAF福岡支部、福岡県警察、アイルモータースクール豊前、柳川自動車学校

JAF福岡支部, co-hosting with 福岡県警察, will hold practical training sessions on Nov. 24 and 30 for senior drivers aged 65 and older, under the “Silver Safety Driving School” program.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Nov. 24
- The 30th of the same month (Monday)
- Experienced drivers aged 65 and older
- JAF recruitment quota: 5 people
- Total capacity: 25 people

## MyGO!!!!!’s 9th single “世点彩” released today

- Published: 2026-11-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009873.000014827.html
- anchor: #n3831602
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロードミュージック、株式会社ブシロード、ぴあアリーナMM、日本テレビ系、eplus.jp

株式会社ブシロードミュージック announced the release of MyGO!!!!!’s 9th single “世点彩,” part of the BanG Dream! project, on Nov. 11, 2026. It also announced a live performance in Kobe and a planned TV anime broadcast in January 2027.

Facts:
- 9th single
- Today, Nov. 11 (Wednesday)
- Limited production edition with Blu-ray: 13,200 yen (tax included)
- Standard edition: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- In July 2026
- Price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- Starting in January 2027

## 【Just 1 volume to go until the finale!】“Zettai Zetsumei Game” concludes with the next volume, volume 19! Volume 18, just before the finale, is on sale today!

- Published: 2026-11-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020527.000007006.html
- anchor: #n3831601
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、角川つばさ文庫、くもん出版、全国出版協会、出版科学研究所

株式会社KADOKAWA released “Zettai Zetsumei Game 18” on Nov. 11, 2026, under its children’s book imprint 角川つばさ文庫. The series has surpassed 850,000 copies in cumulative sales and is scheduled to conclude with the next volume, volume 19.

Facts:
- Zettai Zetsumei Game 18
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- Surpassed 850,000 copies in cumulative sales
- Next volume: volume 19
- List price: 1,034 yen

## 【調査リリース】国内グルメ旅の人気1位は○○○！「グルメを目的とした国内旅行先に関する調査レポート2026」

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:59:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001596.000044964.html
- anchor: #n3831438
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社物語コーポレーション、ノウンズ株式会社、焼肉きんぐ

株式会社物語コーポレーション conducted its “2026 Survey Report on Domestic Travel Destinations for Food Lovers” ahead of the winter holidays. About 75% said they had taken a domestic trip for food, and Hokkaido ranked first in popularity (54.5%). Crab and miso ramen were particularly popular, revealing strong interest in hot winter foods. The company’s 焼肉きんぐ brand will also hold a Hokkaido Fair starting in December.

Facts:
- Valid responses: 1,005 people
- 74.8% answered “Yes”
- Hokkaido ranked first (54.5%)
- 88.9% answered “Yes”
- Received support from more than 60% overall
- Miso ramen ranked first with 68.3%
- Ishikari hot pot (31.5%)
- More than 60% answered “winter”
- Starting Dec. 9, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Capital: 5.9 billion yen
- Revenue: 123.9 billion yen
- Group store revenue: about 176.5 billion yen
- 820 stores in Japan

## 【First location in Tokyo】Okayama-based roast chicken takeout specialist 鳥周, with 28 locations nationwide, to grand-open 鳥周品川店 in Shinagawa on Nov. 11, 令和8年 (Wednesday)! Its 29th location nationwide

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:57:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000119146.html
- anchor: #n3831439
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社おかやまバレスモ、鳥周

Roast chicken specialist 鳥周, operated by 有限会社おかやまバレスモ, will open its 29th location, 鳥周品川店, in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 11, 令和8年.

Facts:
- Since July 2022
- 1,000 yen (tax included) or more
- Sells an average of 4,000 skewers per day
- Bone-in grilled chicken thigh: 756 yen (tax included)
- Toridon: 972 yen (tax included)
- Specialty grilled skewers: 140 yen (tax included)
- Currently operating 30 locations nationwide

## 株式会社ワンオブゼム launches “Mitsumory,” a service that provides approximate system development estimates in as little as 30 minutes

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:55:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000006652.html
- anchor: #n3831440
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワンオブゼム、(THE) ONE of THEM, Inc.

株式会社ワンオブゼム has launched “Mitsumory,” a service that uses AI to calculate approximate system development costs in as little as 30 minutes. Users can generate PDF estimates without registering for an account, and about 100 development examples are available.

Facts:
- About 100 “development examples”
- Established: January 2011

## Top lecturers including Mr. Hiromitsu Ochiai, Mr. Akiyoshi Koji (chairman of アサヒグループHD), and Mr. Taro Fujie (special adviser to 味の素) to speak! The “145th National Convention of Business Leaders” will be held Jan. 20-22!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:54:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000124222.html
- anchor: #n3831441
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社関西経営管理協会、日本経営開発協会、アサヒグループホールディングス、アサヒグループHD、味の素、中日ドラゴンズ、キオクシア、マザーハウス、SHONAI、日本マイクロソフト

日本経営開発協会 and the Kansai Management Association will hold the “145th National Convention of Business Leaders” at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo from Jan. 20-22. The theme is “2027: A Turbulent, Uncertain World and Japan’s Path Forward.” Leading figures from various fields, including Akiyoshi Koji of アサヒグループHD and Taro Fujie of 味の素, will speak. About 400 small and midsize business owners will participate in person or online.

Facts:
- 145th
- Jan. 20-22
- About 400 people
- Venue capacity: 300 people
- 70-year history

## “Izumo En Fragrance Amulet Mist” in 6 colors to choose from based on your wishes, on sale starting Nov. 16!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000193244.html
- anchor: #n3831454
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社縁

合同会社縁 will launch “Fragrance Amulet Mist,” a room mist available in 6 colors to choose from based on your wishes, on Nov. 16, 2026. The product is from the Izumo En brand created by the Izumo fortune-teller “出雲の姉 智子.” Each bottle is priced at 1,650 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- In 6 colors
- Nov. 16, 2026
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 30mL

## 【大丸福岡天神店】British confectionery brand “ロンドンベイクギャラリー” to open for a limited time starting 11/18!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000131021.html
- anchor: #n3831453
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ガトーミシェル、ロンドンベイクギャラリー、LONDON BAKE GALLERY、大丸福岡天神店

British confectionery brand ロンドンベイクギャラリー will open a limited-time pop-up store on the B2 floor of 大丸福岡天神店 from Nov. 18 to Dec. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- Tuesday, Dec. 1
- First 100 customers each day
- Purchases of 5,250 yen (tax included) or more
- First 50 customers each day

## 【Bihar, India】People separated by caste discrimination come together to draw in the same classroom—an art workshop with Suzuki Tsukasa, who works in Rwanda

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000122032.html
- anchor: #n3831452
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人結び手、Musubi-Te Foundation、heART

On Nov. 1, 2026, NPO法人結び手 held an art workshop led by painter 鈴木掌 in Rehua, Bihar, India, providing an opportunity for people from backgrounds including caste discrimination to participate as equals.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 8 children
- More than 200 young people

## Art bridges India’s divide — Sho Suzuki, who works in Rwanda, gives a lecture in Gaya

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000122032.html
- anchor: #n3831451
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人結び手、Musubi-Te Foundation、heART、ヒーアート、Nalanda University

On October 31, 2026, NPO法人結び手 held an art education lecture by painter Sho Suzuki in Gaya, Bihar, India, aiming to foster exchange among local teachers and staff and support ongoing art education.

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026
- 22 villages
- 21 teachers and staff
- December 2025
- Since 2019
- 2011
- For 5 years
- More than 200 young people
- 2016

## First Metro Ride, First Art Experience — 16 children living in a slum in Gurugram, India, visit the heART exhibition featuring works by children in Rwanda

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000122032.html
- anchor: #n3831450
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人結び手、Musubi-Te Foundation、heART

NPO法人結び手 took 16 children living in a slum in Gurugram, India, to the heART exhibition in Delhi, giving them their first experiences of riding the Metro and viewing art.

Facts:
- 16 children
- Oct. 29, 2026
- Since 2019
- Targeting 20 households
- Of the 19 households
- In 17 households

## Access cloud TENMA from your smartphone! Free “iOS/Android app” now available

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000005204.html
- anchor: #n3831449
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リプラス、Win-Get! Cloud TENMA

株式会社リプラス has begun offering free iOS and Android smartphone apps for its business cloud storage service, “クラウドTENMA.” The app enables users to access and share business data securely while away from the office, helping improve efficiency and advance digital transformation.

Facts:
- Toll-free number 0120-703-529
- TEL: 052-414-7561

## 荒井良二、20年前の幻の名作絵本が2作同時復刊『ルフラン ルフラン』『ルフラン ルフラン 本のあいだのくにへ』

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000026693.html
- anchor: #n3831448
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社偕成社、プチグラパブリッシング

株式会社偕成社 will simultaneously reissue on November 16, 2026, Ryoji Arai’s picture book “Refrain Refrain,” which went out of print 20 years ago, and its companion book, “Refrain Refrain: To the Land Between Books.”

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- List price: ¥1,760 (tax included)
- Pages: 34 pages

## [ラス恋 survey] Among people in their 50s and 60s whose parents are still alive, about half say caring for a parent affects marriage or living together. Even so, more than 90% say, “I want to keep dating.”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000017594.html
- anchor: #n3831447
- Companies mentioned: アイザック株式会社、株式会社ラス恋、アイザックグループ、ラス恋・ラス婚研究所

A survey by 株式会社ラス恋 found that about half of people in their 50s and 60s whose parents are still alive said caregiving affects marriage or living together, but more than 90% said, “I want to keep dating.”

Facts:
- 870 users
- 48.1%
- 90.5%
- 81.2%
- 57.7%

## Why do school refusal among students and social withdrawal among young people continue to rise in Japan, where the birthrate keeps falling? “School Refusal and Social Withdrawal Are an SOS to Fathers” now on sale!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000049367.html
- anchor: #n3831446
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハート出版、ハート出版、立正大学、目白大学、一般社団法人ＳＣＳカウンセリング研究所、株式会社Ｒｅペアレント

Tomohiko Masuda’s “School Refusal and Social Withdrawal Are an SOS to Fathers” is being published by ハート出版. The book explores the role of fathers and the importance of “unconditional affirming love” for children worn down by the system-driven world, from the perspectives of psychology and philosophy.

Facts:
- A5 paperback, 272 pages
- Price before tax: ¥1,800
- Release: 2026.10.31

## Management support cloud service “bixid (Biside)” surpasses 40,000 registered businesses!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000062252.html
- anchor: #n3831445
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＹＫプランニング、株式会社YKプランニング

株式会社YKプランニング announced that the number of businesses registered with its management support cloud service “bixid (Biside)” has surpassed 40,000.

Facts:
- 40,000 companies
- 35,000 companies

## [New release] The “Peony Sylphy Bra & Shorts,” featuring sparkling embroidered lace that makes your heart dance, is now available from Pliéa, a shaping lingerie line inspired by ballet!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000068630.html
- anchor: #n3831444
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WaterAir、tu-hacci、Pliéa

株式会社WaterAir, which operates the innerwear brand “tu-hacci,” will begin selling the new “Peony Sylphy Bra & Shorts Set” from its shaping lingerie line Pliéa on November 11.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 11
- ¥6,490～¥7,490

## QQEnglish to hold free webinar on practicing “numbers” in business English on November 18

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000016874.html
- anchor: #n3831443
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社QQ English、QQEnglish、CampusTop、慶應義塾大学、東京大学、University of Utah

株式会社QQ English will hold a free webinar on November 18, 2026, to teach participants how to read and use numbers in business English. The instructor will be Midori Sasaki. A group workshop will follow the lecture, and the event is aimed at people who use English at work and learners at the beginner-to-intermediate and intermediate levels.

Facts:
- Nov. 18, 2026
- 19時より
- 4人1組
- About 18,000 subscribers
- 800,000 worldwide
- As of July 2025

## 【山梨県・山中湖】雪化粧の富士山を望む特等席。「グランピングヴィレッジTOTONOI富士山中湖」に1日1組限定＜クリスマスプラン＞販売開始のお知らせ。／冬を楽しむ多数の体験アクティビティも実施中

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000831.000052784.html
- anchor: #n3831442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブッキングリゾート、リゾートグランピングドットコム、いぬやど

山梨県山中湖のグランピング施設「TOTONOI富士山中湖」が、1日1組限定のクリスマスプランを販売開始。また、ピザ作りやサウナなど6種類の体験アクティビティを実施中。

Facts:
- 各体験1組1,000円
- December 1, 2026 (Tuesday) to December 25 (Friday)
- 1日1組限定

## Wins Audience Award at the 22nd ASAC Demo Day hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and selected to represent the graduating class. Startup PAX TOPOLOGY株式会社 is tackling the circulation of idle corporate assets.

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:45:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000173581.html
- anchor: #n3831455
- Companies mentioned: PAX TOPOLOGY株式会社、デロイト トーマツ ベンチャーサポート株式会社、DTVS

PAX TOPOLOGY株式会社 won the Audience Award at the 22nd ASAC Demo Day, a startup support program hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and was also selected to represent the graduating class. The company offers “ASSET BATON,” a service that helps put idle assets to use.

Facts:
- 22nd term
- Oct. 30, 2026
- 12 companies
- Approximately 5 months

## In appreciation for the service’s return, a special 4-week campaign starting Friday, November 13: “100,000 people can get the equivalent of ¥500 in Everyca points!?” — Part 2

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:43:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000037323.html
- anchor: #n3831330
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エブリイホーミイホールディングス、株式会社エブリイ

In appreciation for the return of its service, 株式会社エブリイ will run Part 2 of the special campaign “100,000 people can get the equivalent of ¥500 in Everyca points!?” for 4 weeks starting November 13.

Facts:
- 100,000 people
- Equivalent to ¥500
- 4 weeks
- ¥120.4 billion

## Cross West Innovation, a comprehensive industrial support company, to deliver a lecture for the 2026 “Entrepreneurship (Basic)” career liberal arts course at Matsuyama University in Ehime Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:40:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000183276.html
- anchor: #n3831331
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロスウエスト・イノベーション、CWI、株式会社Relic、株式会社伊予銀行、南海放送株式会社、株式会社丸井、Yahoo!株式会社、LINEヤフー社、KDDI株式会社、東京モード学園、株式会社東芝、株式会社デジタルインファクト

Takayuki Tokoro, president and representative director of 株式会社クロスウエスト・イノベーション, delivered a lecture on the 2026 “Entrepreneurship (Basic)” course at Matsuyama University on November 6.

Facts:
- On Nov. 6
- FY2026
- 2024,
- No. 1 domestic market share

## [Semiannual major sale] Recreational Vehicle’s directly operated stores bring together immediately available and soon-to-arrive camper vans at 3 locations!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000115544.html
- anchor: #n3831333
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レクビィ、huluhulu（フルフル）、レクビィ コットOSE、ホビクル タウンランダーOSE、レクビィソラン、レクビィ オスト ベネヴェント、レクビィ ステーション、レクビィ エスト、道の駅瀬戸しなの

株式会社レクビィ will run the “OSE Joint Campaign” from November 14 to 23, 2026, offering display vehicles for immediate sale and “soon-to-arrive vehicles” at 3 directly operated stores. Alongside popular models such as “レクビィ ソラン” and the new “9型ハイエース,” buyers will receive bedding or a full tank of fuel as a purchase bonus.

Facts:
- Nov. 14, 2026
- Through November 23
- 新型の「9型ハイエース」
- 30–40% of our production volume
- 3 years and 7 months since launch
- 5-year (60-payment) residual-value loan
- Residual value ratio: 50%
- Since its founding in 1984
- Capital: 20 million yen
- Employees: 70

## 飲食業界の採用を支える企業様・パートナー様を表彰する「グルスタアワード2026」を11月20日にウェスティンホテル東京で開催

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000143053.html
- anchor: #n3831332
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グルスタ、グルスタ、ウェスティンホテル東京

株式会社グルスタは、飲食業界の採用支援を行う「グルスタ」を運営し、2026年11月20日にウェスティンホテル東京にて、採用で成果を上げた企業やパートナーを表彰する「グルスタアワード2026」を開催する。

Facts:
- Nov. 20, 2026
- More than 900 companies supported in the food and beverage industry
- More than 70,000 job listings posted to date

## JAVIN DE SEOUL launches its new WINK CUSHION GLOW cushion foundation! Available first at ロフト starting October 10

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:39:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000030872.html
- anchor: #n3831334
- Companies mentioned: PAGE-ONER株式会社、JAVIN DE SEOUL、ロフト、アインズ＆トルペ、ハンズ、Qoo10

WINK CUSHION GLOW, a new cushion foundation from Korean makeup brand JAVIN DE SEOUL, whose official distributor in Japan is PAGE-ONER株式会社, will launch first at ロフト on October 10, 2026, and will also be available at アインズ＆トルペ, ハンズ and other retailers starting November 7 of the same year.

Facts:
- Oct. 10, 2026
- Nov. 7, 2026
- SPF50+
- PA++++
- 16g
- 2,970 yen

## Startup World Cup 2026 World Finals: カウシェ places 3rd on the San Francisco stage, where representatives from around 200 regions worldwide gather

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:38:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000064598.html
- anchor: #n3831335
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カウシェ、Andreessen Horowitz、Khosla Ventures、Samsung Ventures、Norwest Venture Partners、ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズ

株式会社カウシェ placed 3rd in the World Finals of the Startup World Cup 2026, held in San Francisco, United States. After winning the Tokyo qualifying round, it presented the growth potential of カウシェ, a discovery-based e-commerce app with more than 8 million cumulative downloads.

Facts:
- Placed 3rd
- November 4 (Wednesday) to 6 (Friday), 2026
- Representatives from around 200 regions worldwide
- 6 continents
- Cumulative downloads: 8 million
- Selected from around 250 applicant companies
- US$1 million prize investment

## 4 young Latino leaders from the United States will visit Japan to deepen their understanding of Japan's politics, economy, education and culture.

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:38:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000563.000074396.html
- anchor: #n3831336
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人 日本国際協力センター、JICE、外務省、日本政府、日本テレビ

米国・ロサンゼルスのラテン系若手リーダー4名が、外務省の「カケハシ・プロジェクト」の一環として2026年11月に来日し、日本の政治・経済・教育・文化への理解を深める。JICEが実施団体として運営を行う。

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- Tuesday, Nov. 17

## The work moved forward. Who made the decision? Free release of a practical worksheet for Decision Design®

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:37:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000068315.html
- anchor: #n3831337
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社、住宅関連メーカー

リクエスト株式会社 has released for free a practical worksheet for “Decision Design®,” titled “The work moved forward. Who made the decision?”, based on a research foundation in organizational behavioral science.

Facts:
- 980 companies
- 338,000 people in total
- 89 studies

## 【相模原市南区】自治体のシンボルカラーをテーマにした全国でもレアな色フェス「第１回みなみ区青祭（ブルーフェスタ）」を開催！

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:35:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000653.000072959.html
- anchor: #n3831338
- Companies mentioned: 相模原市役所、相模原市、光明学園相模原高等学校和太鼓部、相模ＲＡＮＢＵ○、東林間連、とうりん鼓笛隊、小田急電鉄（株）相模大野駅、谷口台小学校、相模の大凧文化保存会、相模原ＷＩＮＤ ＷＩＮＧＳ

相模原市南区は、区のシンボルカラー「南区ブルー」をテーマにした野外色フェス「第１回みなみ区青祭（ブルーフェスタ）」を令和8年11月15日に相模大野中央公園で開催する。主催は南区若者参加プロジェクト実行委員会と相模原市で、ステージイベントや55のブース出展、キッチンカーなどが予定されている。

Facts:
- Nov. 15

## ムスビー / October 2026 ranking of used smartphone and tablet transaction values

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000296.000006408.html
- anchor: #n3831339
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウェイブダッシュ、ムスビー、Apple、Samsung、Google、Sony

ムスビー, a flea market site operated by 株式会社ウェイブダッシュ, announced its October 2026 ranking of transaction values for used smartphones and tablets. The iPhone SE (3rd generation) ranked 1st overall; by transaction count, iPhones accounted for 60% and Android devices for 40%.

Facts:
- 27,254 yen
- iPhone 60%
- Android 40%
- iPhone 68%
- Android 32%
- More than 600 registered corporate members
- More than 700,000 registered individual members

## How far should HR's role extend? Roles of companies, employees and care professionals, and ways to create internal communities that support work-care balance [Free online seminar on Nov. 25 (Wed.)]

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000263.000038460.html
- anchor: #n3831340
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チェンジウェーブグループ

株式会社チェンジウェーブグループ will hold a free online seminar on November 25, 2026, themed “How far should HR's role extend?” It will address operational challenges following the enforcement of the amended Child Care and Family Care Leave Act and explain how responsibilities can be shared among companies, employees and care professionals, along with examples of support through internal communities.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026
- 13:00～13:40
- Effective April 2025

## From a place to buy cars to a place to enjoy them. トヨタカローラ埼玉 opens GR Garage 北本ＢＡＳＥ! A challenge in developing people and car culture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000183979.html
- anchor: #n3831341
- Companies mentioned: トヨタカローラ埼玉株式会社、トヨタカローラ埼玉

トヨタカローラ埼玉 opened GR Garage 北本ＢＡＳＥ in Kitamoto, Saitama Prefecture, on November 7, 2026. More than just a dealership, the facility aims to be a hub where car enthusiasts can gather and connect, while fostering people and promoting car culture.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
- 10時00分〜18時00分

## Get a head start on 2027's zodiac animal with knitting! クラフトハートトーカイ offers a fluffy sheep knitting pattern for free

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000006478.html
- anchor: #n3831342
- Companies mentioned: 藤久株式会社、クラフトハートトーカイ、シュゲール楽天店、シュゲールYahoo!ショッピング店

藤久株式会社は、手芸専門店「クラフトハートトーカイ」にて、2027年の干支「未（ひつじ）」にちなんだオリジナル編み図作品「すやすやひつじのティッシュケース」を無料配布するキャンペーンを開催している。

Facts:
- The 2027 zodiac animal
- Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
- Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026
- When making a purchase of 1 yen or more
- 55 yen (tax included)

## Bringing Osumi-grown eel nationwide, with the craftsmanship of skilled artisans. 千歳鰻 joins a new sales-channel development initiative with 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194317.html
- anchor: #n3831369
- Companies mentioned: 千歳鰻、日本トレカセンター、株式会社日本トレカセンター、合同会社from TR、うしの中山、鹿児島ますや

千歳鰻, an eel processor and seller in Kagoshima Prefecture, has joined “鹿児島ご当地オリパ,” a sales-channel development initiative involving 7 businesses in the prefecture. Starting November 11, 2026, it will offer hand-grilled charcoal-roasted eel through the entertainment e-commerce site 日本トレカセンター.

Facts:
- 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- 3 types of sets
- 13 products in total
- Kabayaki set (4 fish)
- Set of 2 grilled eel-liver skewers
- Products offered: 22 in total

## Bringing the appeal of fruit and 三-year-aged black vinegar to new consumers. 福山黒酢 “桷志田” joins a joint initiative with 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194319.html
- anchor: #n3831368
- Companies mentioned: 福山黒酢株式会社、日本トレカセンター、株式会社日本トレカセンター、合同会社from TR

福山黒酢株式会社 has joined “鹿児島ご当地オリパ,” a joint initiative involving 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture, and will offer “生フルーツ黒酢” through the entertainment e-commerce site 日本トレカセンター starting November 11, 2026.

Facts:
- 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture
- Nov. 11, 2026
- 三-year aging
- Set of 4 tires

## Corporate-only venue opened in Chofu in October proposes a “Team Day” during working hours at year-end

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194468.html
- anchor: #n3831367
- Companies mentioned: フュージョン・アンド・カンパニー株式会社、ホットペッパーグルメ外食総研

フュージョン・アンド・カンパニー株式会社 is proposing use during working hours toward the end of the year at SEBA Chofu, a private venue exclusively for businesses that opened in Chofu, Tokyo, in October 2026, and is accepting reservations for December.

Facts:
- October 2026
- 36.9%
- 25.0%
- 11.5%
- 1,035 people
- 1956
- 70 years ago
- 10 people
- 165,000 yen

## Bringing Kagoshima kuroge wagyu nationwide through an unprecedented buying experience. “うしの中山” joins a joint initiative with 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000138019.html
- anchor: #n3831366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社nixy、有限会社うしの中山、株式会社日本トレカセンター、合同会社from TR、鹿児島ますや

有限会社うしの中山 has joined “鹿児島ご当地オリパ,” a joint initiative involving 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture, and will offer a wagyu tasting set through the entertainment e-commerce site 日本トレカセンター starting November 11, 2026.

Facts:
- 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- 22 products in total
- 15 or more ingredients
- 150 m underground

## Bringing the traditional techniques of Satsuma Kiriko to new consumers. MIRIYU工房 joins a joint initiative with 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000194296.html
- anchor: #n3831365
- Companies mentioned: MIRIYU工房、日本トレカセンター、株式会社日本トレカセンター、合同会社from TR

MIRIYU工房 is joining the joint initiative “Kagoshima Local Oripa,” organized by 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture, and will offer Satsuma Kiriko products through the entertainment e-commerce site 日本トレカセンター starting November 11, 2026.

Facts:
- 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture
- 22 products in total
- 3 products from MIRIYU工房
- Since 1990
- Starting Wednesday, November 11, 2026

## Bringing the delicious taste of Kagoshima black pork to new consumers. Kagoshima Masuya joins a joint initiative by 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000194316.html
- anchor: #n3831364
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社鹿児島ますや、株式会社日本トレカセンター、合同会社from TR

有限会社鹿児島ますや is joining the joint initiative “Kagoshima Local Oripa,” organized by 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture, and will offer black pork products through the entertainment e-commerce site 日本トレカセンター starting November 11, 2026.

Facts:
- 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture
- 22 products in total
- 2 products from Kagoshima Masuya

## 株式会社TATARABA named a Cybozu Official Product Partner

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000193832.html
- anchor: #n3831363
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TATARABA、サイボウズ株式会社

株式会社TATARABA was named an official partner (product partner) of サイボウズ株式会社 in October 2026 as a company offering the 匠 series of AI tools for use with kintone.

Facts:
- After seeing the workplaces of more than 500 companies
- There are only 1 or 2 people in the company who can build apps

## Toward integrating medical care and medical practice: Emaps supports organizational development at 上西内科 in Komaki, Aichi Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000161927.html
- anchor: #n3831362
- Companies mentioned: Emaps株式会社、医療法人takk 上西内科

Emaps株式会社 will provide ongoing support for organizational development at 医療法人takk上西内科 starting November 1, 2026. It aims to achieve talent development and management integration through the use of AI.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 6 months
- 3〜5割
- 126 cases
- 16 groups

## “Cruise EXPO 2026 Tokyo,” one of Japan’s largest cruise events, unveils 4 featured programs! Grand prize drawing offers a luxury cruise trip

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000172658.html
- anchor: #n3831361
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人クルーズイズム、MSCクルーズ、センチュリークルーズ、スタードリーム、フッティルーテン、クロワジーヨーロッパ、イースタン・ビーナス、ロイヤル・カリビアン、シンフォニークルーズ、アザマラ クルーズ、ウインドスタークルーズ、HX、エクスプローラ ジャーニー、エメラルド クルーズ、キュナード、クリスタル、シーボーン、シルバーシー・クルーズ、セレブリティクルーズ、ディズニー・クルーズライン、ピースボート、ホーランドアメリカライン、三井オーシャンクルーズ、株式会社ミキツーリスト、株式会社オール、MSCクルーズジャパン、合同会社船旅見聞録、バイタリティトラベル、株式会社シティツアーズ、株式会社シーライン東京、金沢港振興協会、長崎県クルーズ振興協議会、九州７市港湾連携、株式会社エクスプローラ ジャーニー、株式会社クルーズバケーション、株式会社クルーズプラネット、株式会社ジャパトラ、株式会社ジャパングレイス、株式会社JTB、商船三井クルーズ株式会社、セブンシーズリレーションズ株式会社、株式会社阪急交通社、株式会社ベストワンドットコム、ベルトラ株式会社、株式会社ユーラシア旅行社、株式会社読売旅行、株式会社リロクラブ

The 4 featured programs for “Cruise EXPO 2026 Tokyo,” one of Japan’s largest cruise events, organized by 一般社団法人クルーズイズム, have been announced. The event will be held at Tokyo International Cruise Terminal on December 5 and 6, 2026, with free admission. A variety of offerings will include exhibitor booths, talk shows, workshops, and food trucks. Advance online reservations provide 2 times as many tickets for the grand prize drawing for a luxury cruise trip.

Facts:
- Approx. 4,000 people
- Nearly 40
- More than 20
- Will be 2 times
- 6 food trucks
- ¥100,000 worth of cruise coupons

## [Osaka] Jewelry retailer マルヴェセア to exhibit at “Osaka Jewelry Fest 2026,” one of Kansai’s largest jewelry events

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000123602.html
- anchor: #n3831360
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミキ、マルヴェセア、malvaceae

Jewelry retailer マルヴェセア will exhibit at “Osaka Jewelry Fest 2026,” to be held in Osaka in November 2026, showcasing rare gems including Burmese rubies and Colombian emeralds.

Facts:
- March 17, 2026
- Osaka Jewelry Fest 2026
- 会期: 2026年11月21日（土）〜11月23日（月）

## PROFFIT, which helps clients select consulting firms, launches “コンサル Hot Line,” offering access to self-directed, proactive professionals on an as-needed basis

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000028374.html
- anchor: #n3831359
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社Co-nnect Inc.、PROFFIT、コンサル Hot Line、中外製薬株式会社、トヨタ自動車株式会社、明治ホールディングス株式会社、三菱商事株式会社、ソニー株式会社、日東電工株式会社、株式会社リクルート

合同会社Co-nnect Inc. will launch “コンサル Hot Line,” a new service that provides access to the execution capabilities of active consultants on an as-needed basis, through PROFFIT, its consulting firm selection support service, on November 11, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- A network of more than 4,500 professionals
- More than 100 tags
- Typically within about 5 business days
- About 80% are managers or above
- More than ¥15 billion in consultation experience to date
- More than 450 consulting firms

## “Shin Biomass,” a fully Non-FIT decarbonized power business, wins the top prize, the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award, at the Reiwa 8 fiscal year New Energy Awards

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000114663.html
- anchor: #n3831358
- Companies mentioned: バイオマスパワーテクノロジーズ株式会社、パワーエイド三重合同会社、一般財団法人新エネルギー財団、ホクト株式会社

The jointly submitted “Shin Biomass” project by バイオマスパワーテクノロジーズ株式会社 and パワーエイド三重合同会社 won the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award, the top prize at the Reiwa 8 fiscal year New Energy Awards.

Facts:
- Power generation capacity: 1,990 kW
- 15-year off-site PPA

## [Dog-friendly traditional house retreat 赤城山 - 懐 -] Enjoy a winter hot spring trip with your dog, even without a car. Limited-time plan includes free transfers from the nearest station!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000062865.html
- anchor: #n3831357
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社咲楽、上毛電気鉄道

The dog-friendly traditional house retreat 赤城山 - 懐 -, operated by 株式会社咲楽, is offering a limited-time plan that includes free round-trip transfers from 大胡駅 on 上毛電気鉄道. The eligible stay period is from December 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, and all 14 rooms allow guests to bring their dogs.

Facts:
- 14 rooms in total
- Dec. 1, 2026
- Feb. 28, 2027
- Approximately 20 minutes
- 10:00～17:00

## Find warmth right where you are, without waiting. 2 models join the ZEROHEAT far-infrared heater series

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000083264.html
- anchor: #n3831356
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社QUADS、パナソニック株式会社、楽天グループ株式会社

株式会社QUADS will launch 2 models (QS685 and QS686) in its ZEROHEAT far-infrared heater series in October 2026.

Facts:
- QS685 in mid-October 2026
- QS686 in late October 2026
- As many as 79% say electricity price increases are a burden
- 80% said they want to make further efforts to save electricity in winter
- Demand for electric heaters is said to have risen to about 1.4 times the previous year
- The slim model (QS685) has a high setting of 300 W
- and 2 settings, including a low setting of 150 W
- About ¥9.3 on the high setting
- About ¥4.7 on the low setting
- 4 settings: energy-saving, low, medium, and high (200–800 W)
- About ¥24.8 on the high (800 W) setting
- Automatic side-to-side oscillation of about 60 degrees
- It weighs about 1 kg
- A tower-style model with a handle, weighing about 2.3 kg

## Chuo Kaihatsu recognized as a Kurumin-certified company again in 2026

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000093454.html
- anchor: #n3831355
- Companies mentioned: 中央開発株式会社、中央開発(株)、土と水ホールディングスグループ、(株)ホクスイ設計コンサル、新和ボーリング工業(株)、(株)地域環境研究所、日本計測調査(株)、成都東中防災減災環境技術有限公司、日建商事(株)、西部ポンプ機工(株)、ワインきのこ(株)

中央開発株式会社 received Kurumin certification, recognizing companies that support child-rearing, for the 2nd time from the Tokyo Labour Bureau on October 15, 2026. The company is pursuing initiatives to reform work styles and improve employee satisfaction.

Facts:
- Also in 2023
- Average monthly overtime: 18.6 hours
- No-overtime-day rate of employees leaving work on time: 62.7%
- Paid leave usage rate: 62.6%

## [Event] “Kirishima Natural Water Nomu Silica” to exhibit at JFEX WINTER! Booth tastings of roasted green tea from a long-established tea shop brewed with Nomu Silica and sake made with “Nomu Silica”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000063938.html
- anchor: #n3831354
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Qvou、芳翠園、東酒造、RX Japan合同会社、Amazon、楽天、LINE、Instagram、X

株式会社Qvou will exhibit at JFEX WINTER, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in November 2026, and introduce “Kirishima Natural Water Nomu Silica” and “Nomu Silica LIGHT.” The booth will offer tastings of cold-brewed roasted green tea from the long-established tea shop 芳翠園 and “Shinsen,” sake made with “Nomu Silica” by 東酒造. A seminar for buyers will also be held.

Facts:
- Cumulative sales have surpassed 200 million bottles
- Only 3,000 bottles were produced
- Alcohol content: 14.5%

## 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture join forces! A new initiative to bring local specialties—including Satsuma Kiriko, Japanese black wagyu, black pork, and eel—to customers nationwide

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000074660.html
- anchor: #n3831353
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社from TR、株式会社日本トレカセンター、MIRIYU工房、有限会社うしの中山、有限会社鹿児島ますや、千歳鰻、福山黒酢株式会社、有限会社南九州きのこセンター、有限会社馬場水産

7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture have joined forces to begin selling 13 products, including Satsuma Kiriko cut glass and kuroge wagyu, through “Japan TCG Center” on Nov. 11, 2026. The “Kagoshima Local Oripa” project, planned and promoted by 合同会社from TR, aims to develop sales channels and revitalize local industries by leveraging entertainment e-commerce.

Facts:
- 7 businesses in Kagoshima Prefecture
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
- 13 products in total

## Amended Industrial Safety and Health Act extends prime contractors’ safety management responsibilities to sole proprietors — Multilingual training for partner companies and foreign workers, with attendance records, through AI avatar videos / Exhibiting and speaking at JAPAN BUILD TOKYO 2026

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000055035.html
- anchor: #n3831352
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社4COLORS、Microsoft Corporation

株式会社4COLORS will exhibit and speak at JAPAN BUILD TOKYO 2026, presenting “PIP-Maker,” an AI avatar video service that supports multilingual safety training and attendance record management for partner companies and foreign workers in response to the amended Industrial Safety and Health Act.

Facts:
- 5 major general contractors
- 3 of the 5 major general contractors
- 2026年12月2日（水）〜4日（金）
- Promulgated in May 2025
- From April 2026
- Starting in April 2027
- In as little as 5 minutes
- Since its founding in 2006

## Workato links with SoftBank’s corporate AI agent platform AGENTIC STAR via MCP

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000090265.html
- anchor: #n3831351
- Companies mentioned: Workato株式会社、ソフトバンク株式会社、株式会社LIXIL、横河電機株式会社、オリックス銀行株式会社、株式会社マイナビ、清水建設株式会社、帝人株式会社、株式会社メルカリ、株式会社SHIFT、コインチェック株式会社、Gartner

Workato株式会社 announced that ソフトバンク株式会社’s corporate AI agent platform AGENTIC STAR now supports MCP integration. This enables AI agents to connect via Workato to corporate IT assets, including SaaS and internal systems, and automate business processes.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- More than 12,000 companies worldwide
- Ranked as a Leader for 8 consecutive years

## 自分にも、大切な人にも。冬の贈り物はバーミキュラで。ホリデーシーズン限定 鋳物ホーロー製オーナメントをプレゼント！

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000028491.html
- anchor: #n3831350
- Companies mentioned: 愛知ドビー株式会社、バーミキュラ、ヨドバシカメラ、大丸、日本橋三越本店、日本橋髙島屋、三越、ビックカメラ、伊勢丹、蔦屋家電、そごう、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ、松坂屋、ジェイアール京都伊勢丹、京都髙島屋、阪急、大阪髙島屋、岩田屋、小倉井筒屋、大丸神戸店、公式楽天市場店、公式auPayマーケット店、公式Yahoo！ショッピング店

愛知ドビー株式会社は、2026年11月18日から12月25日まで、バーミキュラ製品購入者にホリデーシーズン限定の鋳物ホーロー製オーナメントをプレゼントするキャンペーンを実施する。

Facts:
- 22,000 yen (tax included)
- Nov. 18, 2026
- Dec. 25
- 1936
- 2010

## Sprocket adds slide generation feature to its data analysis agent

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000032195.html
- anchor: #n3831349
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sprocket、マイクロソフト グループ、Google LLC

株式会社Sprocket has added a slide generation feature to the data analysis agent in its SproAgent AI agent series, allowing analysis results to be exported in Microsoft PowerPoint or HTML format.

Facts:
- July 2025
- October 2026
- April 2014

## Comix releases “10 Practical Methods,” a hands-on resource for learning how to use generative AI in manufacturing

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000002500.html
- anchor: #n3831348
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コミクス

株式会社コミクス has made “10 Practical Methods,” a free online resource for small and midsize manufacturers to learn how to use generative AI.

Facts:
- 10 practical methods
- Chapter 7
- A process for narrowing the focus, testing and putting it into operation over 90 days
- The first 30 days

## Keeping the fluffy cushion and reassuring couch shape. A complete redesign of the dog couch bed for senior dogs, with a low-profile design that’s easier to climb onto!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000319.000051129.html
- anchor: #n3831347
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エムール、エムールねどっこ、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング

株式会社エムール completely redesigned and began selling its dog couch bed under the エムールねどっこ bedding brand for dogs and cats on Nov. 9, 2026, with senior dogs in mind. It features an ultra-low design (approximately 1.5 cm for size M and approximately 2 cm for size L) and is washable.

Facts:
- Starting Nov. 9, 2026
- Just 1.5 cm for size M
- Approximately 2 cm for size L
- Size M: ¥7,990 (tax included)
- Size L: ¥9,990 (tax included)

## “MINAGINE Attendance Management” launches campaign exclusively for companies using TKC’s “FX Cloud Series”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000013602.html
- anchor: #n3831346
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社kubellパートナー、株式会社ＴＫＣ

株式会社kubellパートナー will launch a campaign on Nov. 11, 2026, offering a 20% discount on the initial setup fee for “MINAGINE Attendance Management” to companies using TKC’s “FX Cloud Series.”

Facts:
- 20% off
- Starting Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026

## A Rolex dial to behold. A 1950s “Oyster Royal,” featuring a woven pattern and blue seconds hand, arrives in stock.

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000916.000016079.html
- anchor: #n3831345
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PRINCIPE prive、PRINCIPE PRIVE - Epoca d'Oro、ROLEX、PRINCIPE PRIVÉ

A 1950s ROLEX Oyster Royal (Ref. 6444) has arrived at PRINCIPE PRIVE - Epoca d'Oro, operated by 株式会社PRINCIPE prive. It features a guilloché dial and blued seconds hand, and is priced at ¥594,000.

Facts:
- 1950s
- About 31 mm
- 38.5mm
- Daily rate: +9 seconds
- Amplitude: 277°
- ¥594,000

## [Hankyu Umeda Main Store] Around 170 works, including new pieces, gathered in one place! Contemporary artist and calligrapher Takeda Sōun’s “Hana 〜art of living〜” exhibition opens Wednesday, Nov. 25

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003478.000014431.html
- anchor: #n3831344
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、NTT株式会社

Takeda Sōun, a contemporary artist and calligrapher, will hold a solo exhibition titled “Hana 〜art of living〜” at Hankyu Umeda Main Store, operated by 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店, starting Nov. 25, 2026. The exhibition will feature around 170 works, including new pieces, as well as live performances and a lettering order event where visitors can speak with the artist.

Facts:
- Around 170 works
- Wednesday, Nov. 25
- December 7 (Monday)
- 9th floor
- 400 years of history
- More than 1,400 years of history
- ¥385,000
- ¥3,410,000
- ¥1,815,000
- ¥495,000
- ¥1,320,000
- ¥770,000
- ¥990,000
- 1:30 p.m.
- First 20 applicants
- 1975

## A top trainer who also works on the physical conditioning of Aogaku’s ekiden team gets to the truth about “core strength,” long misunderstood! A new guide to core training goes on sale Nov. 12!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009154.000001719.html
- anchor: #n3831343
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、講談社、スポーツモチベーション、CLUB100、青山学院大学

Shuichi James Nakano, who also works on the physical conditioning of 青山学院大学’s ekiden team, will publish a new book on Nov. 12 explaining the truth about “core strength,” long misunderstood, and proposing a new approach to “core care.”

Facts:
- List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
- Format and length: 288 pages, B6 format
- Release date: November 12, 2026

## 【広島アンデルセン】イルミネーションのあたたかな光と美しい歌声につつまれる空間～クリスマスツリー点灯式 開催のお知らせ～

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:29:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000009964.html
- anchor: #n3831208
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンデルセン、広島アンデルセン、アンデルセン・デンマーク店、アンデルセンキッチン、アンデルセンネット、OBSCURA COFFEE ROASTERS、(株)JEAN-PAUL HÉVIN JAPON、NHK広島児童合唱団、袋町小学校

広島アンデルセン will hold a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Hygge Park on Nov. 19, featuring around 15,000 lights and a performance by NHK広島児童合唱団. A Christmas market will also take place on Nov. 21 and 22, followed by a Christmas buffet at アンデルセンキッチン from Dec. 19–25. Limited-time products and traditional sweets will be on sale.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 19
- 17時30分より
- Around 15,000 lights
- Approximately 14.5 cm in diameter
- ¥7,020
- 50 million yen
- Andersen (45)

## What do the wealthy value? The latest Ferrari takes center stage, alongside must-read hometown tax donation information for affluent readers and a luxury giveaway feature! The November issue of AFFLUENT Tokyo is out now

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:28:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000082670.html
- anchor: #n3831209
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社affluent、BIPROGY株式会社

株式会社affluent has published the November issue of AFFLUENT Tokyo, a media publication for affluent readers. The cover feature introduces the latest Ferrari models, the Amalfi and 849 Testarossa, and the issue also includes information on hometown tax donations for 2026 and a reader giveaway. The newly launched Sapporo edition expands the publication’s reach.

Facts:
- Data on approximately 1 million affluent people nationwide
- Publication date: Nov. 3, 2026

## Anritsu to exhibit at MWE 2026 (Microwave Exhibition)

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:24:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000109169.html
- anchor: #n3831210
- Companies mentioned: アンリツ株式会社、MediaTek社、Aim-TTi

アンリツ株式会社は、2026年11月25日から27日までパシフィコ横浜で開催される「MWE 2026」に出展し、内蔵AI搭載の次世代VNA「Tensor」や新製品を実機展示する。

Facts:
- MWE 2026
- 11月25日（水）から27日（金）まで
- Booth No. N-05

## AIO (LLMO/GEO) tool “DolphinX AIO” strengthens its AI prompt measurement platform, achieving highly accurate and stable measurements

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:22:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000092256.html
- anchor: #n3831211
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI概要、Google AIモード、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Perplexity、Meta AI

株式会社メディアリーチ has strengthened the AI prompt measurement platform of its AIO tool “DolphinX AIO,” improving measurement stability across up to 8 types of AI and the accuracy of its own-brand identification.

Facts:
- Up to 8 types of AI
- 14-day free trial
- Initial cost: 0 yen

## Media Reach, provider of the AIO (LLMO/GEO) tool “DolphinX AIO,” to have its president Matsumura speak at the “Special Seminar on AIO and AI Search Strategies” at Marketing Week Osaka

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:22:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000092256.html
- anchor: #n3831212
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、RX Japan合同会社、ChatGPT、Google AIモード、Gemini、Google AI概要、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Perplexity、Meta AI

株式会社メディアリーチ will send its president and representative director, Toshiki Matsumura, to speak at the “Special Seminar on AIO and AI Search Strategies” at the 7th Marketing Week Osaka, held at INTEX Osaka from November 18, 2026. The company also plans to exhibit its product “DolphinX AIO.”

Facts:
- November 18–20, 2026
- 10:30〜10:50
- Up to 8 types of AI
- Initial cost: 0 yen
- 14-day free trial

## A “favorite calendar” for the back of your phone. Print a 2027 mini calendar made with your favorite photos at a convenience store

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:22:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000350.000027316.html
- anchor: #n3831213
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サムライソード、マイシリーズ

株式会社サムライソード has added a 2027 “Favorite Mini Calendar” template to its convenience-store printing service “推写フレーム.” Photos on a smartphone can be turned into card-sized calendars and printed at approximately 63,000 convenience stores nationwide. The year-end and New Year gift campaign is also underway.

Facts:
- 2027 “Favorite Mini Calendar”
- Approximately 63,000 locations nationwide
- An Amazon gift card worth 1,000 yen

## AIO (LLMO/GEO) tool “DolphinX AIO” adds Meta AI as a measurement target, supporting daily simultaneous measurement of up to 8 types of AI

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:21:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000092256.html
- anchor: #n3831214
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、Meta AI、Google AIモード、ChatGPT、Gemini、Microsoft Copilot、Google AI概要、Claude、Perplexity、Instagram、Facebook、WhatsApp、Messenger

株式会社メディアリーチ added Meta AI as a measurement target for its AIO tool “DolphinX AIO” and began offering it as an option on November 10, 2026. This brings the number of AI types that the tool can measure simultaneously each day to up to 8.

Facts:
- Up to 8 types of AI
- Nov. 10, 2026
- 14-day free trial
- Standard (5 types
- Lite plan: 4 types)
- Option (3 types)

## Launch of a fire-prevention package providing comprehensive support, from risk assessment to countermeasure proposals

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:21:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000058550.html
- anchor: #n3831215
- Companies mentioned: 新東工業株式会社

新東工業株式会社 will begin selling its “Fire Prevention Package” in December 2026, providing an end-to-end service from assessing the risk of dust fires to proposing countermeasures.

Facts:
- From November 11 to 13, 2026
- Starting in December 2026
- 3 levels, from Level 1 to Level 3

## —Job seekers ask AI— “HYPEUP AIO” to offer free AI response assessments, including improvement instructions, at “Marketing Week -Osaka 2026-”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000179905.html
- anchor: #n3831216
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HYPEUP、RX Japan合同会社、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI Overviews

株式会社HYPEUP will exhibit at the 7th Marketing Week -Osaka 2026-, held at INTEX Osaka from November 18 to 20, 2026, and offer its free AI response assessment service “HYPEUP AIO.”

Facts:
- From November 18 (Wednesday) to 20 (Friday), 2026
- The assessment takes about 30 minutes to complete
- A fee applies (¥5,500, tax included)
- Established Nov. 2, 2022

## 【広島工業大学】大学・自治体・商業施設による産学官連携 「食」から考えるSDGsイベントを開催しました

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:19:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000077462.html
- anchor: #n3831217
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人鶴学園、広島工業大学、北広島町、イオンタウン楽々園、イオン

広島工業大学SDGs推進センターは、北広島町およびイオンタウン楽々園と連携し、2026年10月31日・11月1日に「地域とともに未来をつくろう！食からはじめるSDGs」を開催した。2日間で250名が来場し、クイズラリーや新米直売などが行われた。

Facts:
- October 31 and November 1, 2026
- 250 people

## Yui Komada and Sakino Miyazawa of ノアテニスアカデミー finish as runners-up at the “Billie Jean King Cup Juniors,” taking 2nd place in the world as Japan’s girls’ under-16 representatives

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:15:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000102129.html
- anchor: #n3831218
- Companies mentioned: ノアインドアステージ株式会社、ノアテニスアカデミー、国際テニス連盟、ITF、ゲインブリッジ

Yui Komada and Sakino Miyazawa, members of ノアテニスアカデミー operated by ノアインドアステージ株式会社, finished as runners-up (2nd in the world) representing Japan at the girls’ under-16 national team competition, the “Billie Jean King Cup Juniors,” held in Cairo, Egypt.

Facts:
- Nov. 2, 2026
- 8 days
- 2nd in the world
- 16 countries
- 2 wins and 1 loss
- 1-2
- 3戦全勝
- 2 wins
- 6-3
- 6-1
- 2-6
- 4-6
- 1-6
- 6-4
- 9-11

## About 50 elementary school students become “fish brokers.” Experience smartphone-based electronic bidding at the Takayama Yabusame Festival

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179267.html
- anchor: #n3831063
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ZIFISH、肝付町、鹿児島県漁業協同組合 高山支所

株式会社ZIFISH held an “Electronic Bidding Experience” for about 50 elementary school students at the Takayama Yabusame Festival in 肝付町, Kagoshima Prefecture, on October 18, 2026. Participants used smartphones to bid on boxes of fresh fish and learned about the local fishing industry and how fish brokers work.

Facts:
- About 50 elementary school students
- Oct. 18, 2026
- Allocate 1,000 points per person
- 10 boxes of fresh fish

## Young people in Kiyosato Town, Shari District, Hokkaido, shaping the region’s future. 一般社団法人リジェネレーション appointed as advisor to the youth development program “清里みらい塾”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000133687.html
- anchor: #n3831062
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Re-Generation、リジェネレーション、一般社団法人リジェネレーション、清里町教育委員会、福井県庁、山口県庁、佐賀県庁、佐賀商工会議所青年部、SAGA YEG、サガつく！、神戸市、神戸大学、IGES、公益財団法人 地球環境戦略研究機関、ひょうご環境保全連絡会、兵庫県、兵庫県立兵庫津ミュージアム、環境省、瀬戸内海環境保全知事・市長会議

一般社団法人Re-Generation has been appointed advisor to the youth development program “清里みらい塾” in Kiyosato Town, Shari District, Hokkaido, supporting young people in resolving local issues and building a sustainable community.

Facts:
- As of November 21
- Population: 3,498
- As of the end of Sept. 2026
- 25 young people aged 25 and under
- November 17, 2023
- 25 university students
- February 14, 2023
- About 12 people divided into 4 teams
- From September 29, 2024
- Through January 13, 2025
- A total of 3 sessions were held
- Starting in May 2025
- Over approximately 5 months
- On September 27, 2025
- Established in 1973
- Commemorating the 50th anniversary
- Starting in July 2023
- At the 50th anniversary ceremony on November 12
- Established: June 23, 2023

## [独自調査] Medical facility openings have not recovered in spring either, down 45.9% year over year

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000043858.html
- anchor: #n3831061
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Review、YOROZU DATA

According to an independent survey by 株式会社Review, 1,134 medical facilities (hospitals and clinics) opened nationwide from April to June 2026, down 45.9% year over year. This was the lowest figure in the past 3 years, with openings below the previous year in 43 of Japan’s 47 prefectures. Openings also fell across major specialties, including internal medicine and dentistry. Factors cited include rising opening costs, management burdens and difficulty securing staff.

Facts:
- Down 45.9% year over year
- 1,134 cases
- 2,097 cases
- 43 prefectures nationwide
- Down 46.7% year over year
- Down 38.9% year over year
- Down 47.1% year over year

## 【長野県東御市】ルートインホテルズ信州ブリリアントアリーズのスポンサーに今年も就任！地域密着で新リーグ「SVリーグ・グロース」に挑むチームのリーグ3連覇を全力応援！

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000138832.html
- anchor: #n3831060
- Companies mentioned: 東御市、ルートインホテルズ信州ブリリアントアリーズ、ルートインジャパン株式会社

Nagano Prefecture's 東御市 has rejoined as a sponsor for the 2026-27 season of women's volleyball team 「ルートインホテルズ信州ブリリアントアリーズ」, supporting the team's bid for a 3rd consecutive title in the new SV League Growth.

Facts:
- As a sponsor for the 2026-27 season
- 3 consecutive league titles
- Welcoming 5 new players
- Founded in April 2017

## Launch of YouTube channel 「AI時代のマーケティングなら│AI想起チャンネル」 to explore “AI recall,” a new key to business growth

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000041581.html
- anchor: #n3831059
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EXIDEA、株式会社ＥＸＩＤＥＡ、ChatGPT、Gemini

株式会社EXIDEA has launched the YouTube channel 「AI時代のマーケティングなら│AI想起チャンネル」 to explore the concept of “AI recall,” which encourages customers to choose a company in the generative AI era.

Facts:
- About 40% of inquiries came via AI
- Increase sales by approximately 20 times
- Achieved annual gross profit of 200 million yen
- Capital: ¥15 million
- Employees: 76

## 【海外進出】いーふらん、高価買取おたからや香港4号店をオープン！高層マンションが立ち並ぶ香港のベッドタウン「将軍澳エリア」で日本品質の買取＆販売サービスを提供【リユース】

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000491.000080252.html
- anchor: #n3831058
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いーふらん、いーふらん、おたからや、OTAKARAYA、E-swing -PREMIUM-、E-CRUISE

株式会社いーふらん has opened a purchasing and sales store, 「OTAKARAYA ParkCentral」, inside the large commercial complex 「Park Central」 in Hong Kong's Tseung Kwan O area. The store is expanding its selection of items for sale, including brand-name bags, targeting families, and will provide Japanese-quality reuse services.

Facts:
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 11:00~20:00
- Established: March 2000
- An employee who joined as a new graduate in 2024

## Uncovering the efficacy of combination therapy with regorafenib, nivolumab and chemotherapy for gastric, gastroesophageal junction and esophageal adenocarcinoma, and the mechanisms behind treatment resistance

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:05:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000184349.html
- anchor: #n3831064
- Companies mentioned: 国立研究開発法人国立がん研究センター、国立がん研究センター東病院、国立がん研究センター研究所

A research group including the National Cancer Center conducted a Phase Ib/II trial of combination therapy with regorafenib, nivolumab and chemotherapy for unresectable or metastatic gastric, gastroesophageal junction and esophageal adenocarcinoma, confirming tumor shrinkage in 22 of 30 cases (73%). The group also found that increases in CCR8-positive regulatory T cells and TREM2-positive macrophages were mechanisms of treatment resistance, raising hopes for the development of new therapies targeting these cells.

Facts:
- Out of 30 cases
- 22 of 30 cases
- 73％

## Hearing-training app 「キクモア」 opens consultation service with speech-language-hearing therapists!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:04:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000031847.html
- anchor: #n3831065
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社neumo、一般社団法人 千葉県言語聴覚士会

株式会社neumo opened a consultation service for speech-language-hearing therapists for its hearing-training app 「キクモア」 on November 11.

Facts:
- Average improvement of 3.1 dB
- Conducted 2 months of hearing training
- A study involving 16 people with age-related hearing loss
- 30 minutes every day

## Three-day limited-time 「海自」 Fukaden beef curry selection event at 三井アウトレットパーク木更津!

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:01:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000079064.html
- anchor: #n3831066
- Companies mentioned: 三井アウトレットパーク木更津、Gather、addition、JR東日本、日東交通、小湊鉄道バス、キッチンPaPan、キッチンDonDon、木更津商工会議所、木更津市、海上自衛隊航空補給処、木更津市観光協会

The 「海自」 Fukaden beef curry selection event will be held at 三井アウトレットパーク木更津 for 3 days from November 21, 2026, featuring food trucks from 2 certified shops, a stamp rally and other activities.

Facts:
- Nov. 21 (Sat.)–23 (Mon., holiday), 2026
- 10:00〜20:00
- Price: 1,500 yen
- 10 certified shops
- Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027
- 5 stamps
- First 150 people
- 3 stamps
- First 350 people
- 1 stamp
- First 500 people
- 1,000 each
- 2 new certified shops have joined

## Official release of 「IPPO for 登録支援機関・監理団体」, a Japanese-language education and Specified Skilled Worker assessment test-preparation app for registered support organizations and supervising organizations

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:01:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000087540.html
- anchor: #n3831067
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GLOBAL ASTRA、株式会社グロップ、株式会社うさぎ薬局、Jプロネット協同組合

株式会社GLOBAL ASTRA has officially launched 「IPPO for 登録支援機関・監理団体」, a Japanese-language education and Specified Skilled Worker assessment test-preparation app for registered support organizations and supervising organizations.

Facts:
- 1人あたり月額290円から
- For the 300-person plan
- IPPO's retention rate is 80% or higher
- User satisfaction is 98.2%
- Adopted by more than 50 national universities, Japanese-language schools and Japanese-affiliated companies combined
- More than 1,000 learning materials
- Includes more than 10,000 practice questions
- Results show that on-site training workload can be reduced by 90%
- The overall pass rate for the 38th exam was 70.1%
- 33.0% among Specified Skilled Worker exam takers

## Hokkaido's local dish 「ちゃんちゃん焼き」 comes as an onigiri sandwich! PACKN-TO introduces a weekly menu featuring autumn salmon

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000157013.html
- anchor: #n3831068
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オオサカムセンデンキ、PACKN-TO

The salt-onigiri specialty shop 「PACKN-TO」 will begin selling 「秋鮭のちゃんちゃん焼きサンド」, a weekly menu inspired by Hokkaido's local dish 「ちゃんちゃん焼き」, at its Kujo store in Osaka from November 11, 2026.

Facts:
- 700 yen (tax included)
- Nov. 11, 2026
- Nov. 16
- 6 days

## 【韓国農水産食品流通公社（aT）】「韓国フェスティバル2026 in 名古屋」に出展！話題のK-FOOD試食体験や本場韓国産キムチの食べ比べ、韓国人気商品が当たる抽選会を開催

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194268.html
- anchor: #n3831156
- Companies mentioned: 韓国農水産食品流通公社、aT、エディオン久屋広場、Qoo10、有限会社ザットインターナショナル

韓国農水産食品流通公社（aT） will exhibit at 「韓国フェスティバル2026」, held at エディオン久屋広場 in Naka Ward, Nagoya, on November 14 and 15, 2026, with K-FOOD tastings, a kimchi tasting comparison and a lottery.

Facts:
- Nov. 14, 2026
- Nov. 15
- 10:00〜17:00

## A partner who thinks from your perspective for multilingual meetings. Overtone, featuring a meeting concierge, now available

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188867.html
- anchor: #n3831155
- Companies mentioned: Overtone合同会社

Overtone合同会社 launched the latest version of its multilingual meeting support service 「Overtone」 on November 11, 2026. New features include a “Concierge” that makes suggestions tailored to each user's perspective and a “Simultaneous Interpretation Mode” that lets users hear the other person's words in their own language and voice. The service offers 3 pricing plans.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- 7-day free trial
- Officially launched in August
- Supports 13 languages
- Add-on pack (100 minutes, $10)
- Starter (5 hours, $9.99/month)
- Standard (10 hours, $24.99/month)
- Premium (20 hours, $59.99/month)

## AiQ² signs license agreement as the sole Japanese partner of global sales development company 「Mercuri International」

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000194323.html
- anchor: #n3831154
- Companies mentioned: アイ・キュー・スクエアード合同会社、AiQ²、Mercuri International、マーキュリ・インターナショナル、フランクリン・コヴィー・ジャパン、NCHコーポレーション、日本能率協会コンサルティング、JMAC、Training Industry、Brandon Hall Group

アイ・キュー・スクエアード合同会社 has signed a license agreement as the sole Japanese partner of global sales development company Mercuri International and will begin operations in Japan.

Facts:
- More than 50 countries worldwide
- Selected for 15 consecutive years from 2012 through 2026
- More than 300,000 learners annually

## Getting a job isn't the end goal. Supporting choices that enable people to continue working in beauty. [Biz Rhythm × Career Hatch × 水戸ビューティカレッジ]

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000160718.html
- anchor: #n3831153
- Companies mentioned: ハイエンド株式会社、株式会社College8、学校法人八文字学園、水戸ビューティカレッジ

ハイエンド株式会社 has entered into an employment-support agent agreement with 株式会社College8 and begun providing job placement support to students at 水戸ビューティカレッジ.

Facts:
- As of November 4, 2026
- Starting today, November 11

## Last year, about 10,000 people attended! 「ファミリー感謝祭2026」, created with the local community, will be held on November 14 and 15

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000165347.html
- anchor: #n3831152
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリー

株式会社ファミリー will hold the free-admission “Family Appreciation Festival 2026” on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026, at “Toy Factory Hill” in Kani, Gifu Prefecture. About 10,000 people attended last year, and this year’s event is set to feature about 120 food, market, stage and other booths and activities.

Facts:
- A total of 10,017 people in 3,183 groups attended over 2 days in 2025.
- 2 days, Nov. 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.), 2026
- About 120 booths and activities will be offered.
- About 55 stores are scheduled to participate.

## After presales, “álem” launches official full-scale sales; to exhibit at 代官山 蔦屋書店’s “宇藤えみ Book Publication Commemorative Marche”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000182429.html
- anchor: #n3831151
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフォーラ、álem、双葉社、株式会社itoto、代官山 蔦屋書店、株式会社ナハト

株式会社エフォーラ announced that its fragrance brand “álem” has launched official online sales of its new “Multi-Fragrance Oil” and will make its first appearance at an event commemorating the publication of a book by stylist Emi Uto.

Facts:
- 6 types in total
- To be held on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026
- 30mL: 6,980 yen each (excluding tax)
- 10mL: 2,980 yen each (excluding tax)
- Founded: March 2025

## From “waiting for a package” to “calling for a delivery while at home.” “Rakubin” launches a pilot program focused on the Tokyo area to reduce redeliveries

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000182727.html
- anchor: #n3831150
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社楽配システム、国土交通省、Uber Eats Japan合同会社、三井住友海上火災保険株式会社

株式会社楽配システム, selected by 国土交通省, will launch a pilot program for an on-demand, immediate pickup service using “Rakubin” in the Tokyo area starting Nov. 11, 2026. Uber Eats Japan合同会社 will provide its delivery network, while 三井住友海上火災保険株式会社 will participate as an advisor on the division of liability. The initiative aims to reduce redeliveries and improve last-mile delivery efficiency.

Facts:
- Starting Nov. 11, 2026
- Reduction of 500 million redeliveries annually

## Men’s beauty salon “Midashy” teams up for the first time with “Bachelor Date,” a matching app where users are sure to meet someone. Supporting users’ grooming for dates

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000163677.html
- anchor: #n3831149
- Companies mentioned: ミダシー株式会社、株式会社Miris、Amazon

ミダシー株式会社, which operates the men’s beauty salon “Midashy,” and 株式会社Miris, which operates the matching app “Bachelor Date,” have partnered to run a limited-time campaign from Nov. 11, 2026, through Feb. 10, 2027.

Facts:
- Amazon gift card worth ¥3,000
- Reached 79%
- Targeting 67,571 women who use Bachelor Date
- 8 types of beauty care in all
- Monthly plan: ¥9,980 (before tax)
- Pay-as-you-go price: ¥19,980 (before tax)

## SID MEDICOS rolls out “LemonBottle Global Webinar,” sharing expertise with specialists from about 20 countries

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000194001.html
- anchor: #n3831148
- Companies mentioned: SID MEDICOS Co., Ltd.、SID MEDICOS、LemonBottle

SID MEDICOS has officially operated the online education program “LemonBottle Global Webinar” for the Korean-origin brand “LemonBottle” since April 2026. The program has drawn a total of 120 participants from about 20 countries and reached 3,000 cumulative views.

Facts:
- Starting in April 2026
- About 20 countries
- About 120 participants in total
- Held 3 times in total
- About 3,000 cumulative views
- More than 86 countries worldwide
- More than 450 global official partners
- In 2020,
- A $20 million export tower
- More than 4 million bottles cumulatively

## Where is the line between tasks to leave to AI and tasks to leave to professionals? クラウドBPO releases “2027 Guide to Considering HR and Labor Outsourcing” for free

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000089330.html
- anchor: #n3831147
- Companies mentioned: クラウドBPO株式会社、クラウドBPO社会保険労務士法人

クラウドBPO株式会社 released “2027 Guide to Considering HR and Labor Outsourcing” for free on Nov. 1, 2026, for companies considering outsourcing payroll, HR and labor operations.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 18 pages in total
- 3 decision criteria
- Division of roles across 6 tasks
- 10-item checklist

## “The beauty of Japanese women, to the world”: 6 women from the general public make their runway modeling debuts in Paris after 10 months of training | “MAMI OKANO Collection Paris 2026” announced

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000137829.html
- anchor: #n3831146
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WE、株式会社MUSEL

株式会社WE presented designer MAMI OKANO’s collection “MAMI OKANO Collection Paris 2026” in Paris, where 6 women from the general public made their modeling debuts after 10 months of training.

Facts:
- About 10 months of training
- 35 people in total
- In June 2028

## 【V12 × ZEROFIT】The much-anticipated 3rd collaboration! New collection launches, blending sophisticated design with powerful cold-weather technology

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000107936.html
- anchor: #n3831145
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーマット、V12、ZEROFIT、株式会社イオンスポーツ

The 3rd collaborative apparel collection from 株式会社フォーマット’s golf wear brand “V12” and 株式会社イオンスポーツ’s innerwear brand “ZEROFIT” goes on sale Nov. 11, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- ¥42,900 (tax included)
- ¥38,500 (tax included)
- ¥34,100 (tax included)
- ¥23,100 (tax included)
- ¥16,500 (tax included)

## Making invisible work visible to children: Picture book about home-visit nursing goes on sale Nov. 11, “Nursing Care Day”

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000097017.html
- anchor: #n3831144
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハートヴィレッジ、ITSupport パソコン太郎株式会社、一般社団法人全国訪問看護事業協会

“ほうもんかんごちゃんと ひらいて！ ぱそこんたろう,” a picture book about home-visit nursing planned by 株式会社ハートヴィレッジ, went on sale on Nov. 11, “Nursing Care Day.” The list price is ¥1,100, and the book will be distributed through donations to municipalities and sales on Amazon.

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,100
- There are more than 20,000 locations nationwide
- 20 facilities in Saitama Prefecture

## 【Nov. 11 is Nursing Care Day】Cost isn’t the only deciding factor when choosing a nursing home: Survey of 600 people nationwide finds about 30% prioritize staff responsiveness and courtesy

- Published: 2026-11-11T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000098988.html
- anchor: #n3831143
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ケア21、株式会社ネオマーケティング

株式会社ケア21 released the results of a survey on selecting paid nursing homes ahead of Nursing Care Day. About 30% of the 592 residents’ family members surveyed said they prioritize staff responsiveness and courtesy, showing that human factors, not just cost, are important considerations.

Facts:
- 592 residents’ family members