ラグザス株式会社 will provide children aspiring to become professional baseball players with the opportunity to throw the ceremonial first pitch as part of the “RAXUS Children’s Dream Support Project” at the “RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Dome in November 2026.
[ビアードパパ] Like a Christmas wreath!? The annual Paris-Brest arrives on Nov. 18! Crisp on the outside and fluffy inside, this limited-time ring choux pastry has a new flavor infused with almonds.
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ビアードパパ, a cream puff specialty shop operated by 株式会社DAY TO LIFE, will begin selling its limited-time almond-scented ring choux pastry “Paris-Brest” on November 18, 2026. It is priced at 270 yen, tax included.
Facts
Nov. 18, 2026
270 yen
Jan. 5, 2027
225 full-time employees
2,658 part-time employees
485 full-time employees across the group
Companies mentioned：株式会社DAY TO LIFE、ビアードパパ、株式会社麦の穂
Creator Awards 2025 winner Mochizuki’s “ultimate headlong essay,” Since I’m at It, I’ll Spin My Wheels, to be published by KADOKAWA!
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Mochizuki’s essay collection Since I’m at It, I’ll Spin My Wheels, which won the KADOKAWA Business Editorial Department Award at the Creator Awards 2025, will be released by KADOKAWA on November 11, 2026.
note overhauls the system supporting the display of note and web pages
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note revamped its frontend architecture, improving article page loading speeds by about 24%. It also improved accessibility with support from Google. The two companies entered into a capital and business alliance in January 2025.
アパマンショップ releases the 27th installment of its “50-Sound Dance” series, “Naha Edition,” on November 11
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APAMAN株式会社 released the 27th installment of its dance project featuring its official characters, “50-Sound Dance: Naha Edition,” on November 11, 2026. It features the culture and distinctive character of Naha, Okinawa Prefecture.
November 19 is “Natokari Day”: Free webinar hosted by 一般社団法人ナトカリ普及協会 to explore the latest developments in Natokari and its practical applications
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カゴメ株式会社 is supporting the free webinar for “Natokari Day” on November 19, hosted by 一般社団法人ナトカリ普及協会. The event aims to raise awareness of the Natokari ratio and extend healthy life expectancy.
For people who “can’t say no,” what they need is practice taking time to think before answering—not more courage to refuse. A self-help workbook by certified public psychologist goes on sale November 12: Let’s Put Gelatin in a Tender Heart and Let It Rest in the Refrigerator.
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株式会社飛鳥新社 will release a new book by certified public psychologist Yohei Inoue, Let’s Put Gelatin in a Tender Heart and Let It Rest in the Refrigerator, on November 12, 2026.
After repeated recipe testing by pastry chef Kazuaki Eguchi, the ultimate shortcut recipe book, The Pastry Chef’s Shortcut Sweets, goes on sale November 11, 2026!
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株式会社ワニブックス will release The Pastry Chef’s Shortcut Sweets, a recipe book by pastry chef Kazuaki Eguchi, on November 11, 2026. The collection features easy “shortcut” desserts, including one-bowl recipes and recipes using just 2 ingredients, from an author with 410,000 YouTube subscribers.
[Nagoya Takashimaya] First-ever event in the Tokai region exclusive to our store! Disney THE MARKET 2026, one of Disney’s largest shopping events
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ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ will host “Disney THE MARKET 2026,” one of Disney’s largest shopping events, from November 18 to 29. The event will feature more than 3,000 exclusive items and an autograph session with Tim Rogerson, among other offerings.
Make your once-a-year Christmas a KFC Christmas! Enjoy a lavish, varied menu available only this season. Christmas menu reservations open November 11 (Wednesday); the “Xmas Early-Bird Discount” runs through December 13 (Sunday).
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日本ケンタッキー・フライド・チキン株式会社 will begin accepting reservations for its Christmas menu on November 11. This year’s new offerings include gratin and chocolate cake, and perks such as “Off-Peak Reservations” and the “Xmas Early-Bird Discount” will also be available.
SUPER FANTASY × タコベル! A collaboration menu, “Neverland Burrito Set,” brings the world of the song “Neverland” to life! A one-day manager event will also be held for a total of 2 sessions!
Terra Charge Co., Ltd. has launched services for 3kW standard EV chargers at national government employee housing at 2 locations in Osaka Prefecture managed by the Kinki Local Finance Bureau of the Ministry of Finance: Hirakata Joint Housing and Tsukumodai Joint Housing.
Facts
100% of new passenger vehicle sales to be electrified vehicles (※1) by 2035
Approximately 68,000 charging ports (※2) have been installed in Japan
LG wins awards in multiple categories at the CES 2027 Innovation Awards
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LGエレクトロニクス won awards in multiple categories at the CES 2027 Innovation Awards, including Art Tech, Video Displays, Gaming & eSports, and Home Appliances.
Facts
LG OLED TVs have won the Best of Innovation Award for 5 consecutive years
This product is a 77-inch transparent 4K OLED TV
Transparent 4K OLED TV
Native 1,000Hz refresh rate
At Full HD resolution
By 2030
Cut carbon dioxide emissions by 50%
(compared with 2017)
By 2050
Established: January 1981
Employs more than 75,000 people
Global sales in 2025 were
Global sales in 2025 were approximately 89.2 trillion won (KRW)
Global hydrogen stakeholders gather in Yamanashi to discuss challenges and solutions for social implementation; “Fuji Hydrogen Summit 2026” to be held in Yamanashi Prefecture
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Yamanashi Prefecture held the international conference “Fuji Hydrogen Summit 2026” in Hokuto City on October 20, 2026. Approximately 250 people from 9 countries attended and discussed the social implementation of hydrogen and P2G systems. The program included a discussion between Tokyo Governor Koike and Yamanashi Governor Nagasaki, as well as a tour of a コーセー factory.
Announcing the results of the 2026 NPS® benchmark survey on homes and lifestyles. The survey covered 3 industries: homebuilders, remodeling, and major home appliances.
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NTTドコモビジネスX announced the results of its 2026 NPS benchmark survey on homes and lifestyles. ヘーベルハウス ranked first in the homebuilder category, カインズリフォーム in the remodeling category, and パナソニック (refrigerators, washing machines, and microwave ovens), 象印マホービン (rice cookers), and ダイキン (air conditioners) in the major home appliance categories.
Facts
ヘーベルハウス (15.4)
一条工務店 (13.5)
積水ハウス (10.0)
The average NPS among 9 companies was -4.0
The gap between the top- and bottom-ranked companies was 63.1 points
カインズリフォーム (-10.7)
LIXILリフォームショップ (-11.4)
エディオンリフォーム (-12.6)
The average NPS among 13 companies was -21.0
The gap between the top- and bottom-ranked companies was 25.9 points
NTT CPaaS Voice expands its enterprise Voice API platform with “Voice AI Connect,” linking telephone calls and generative AI in real time
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NTTドコモビジネスX has expanded the NTT CPaaS Voice platform and launched SIP Trunking. It will hold a collaborative seminar with ElevenLabs Japan on “Voice AI Connect,” which links telephone calls and generative AI in real time.
Facts
SIP Trunking (SIP trunking) launches on October 14, 2026
All 3 optional services are now available, alongside WebSocket and WebRTC
[Survey on employee safety confirmation methods (Kyushu and Okinawa)] While 90% of companies have established safety confirmation rules, 70% face challenges in actual operations during disasters
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According to a survey by LINE WORKS株式会社, more than 90% of companies in the Kyushu and Okinawa regions have established safety confirmation rules, but more than 70% face challenges in actual operations. The average time required was 4.3 hours.
Facts
6,000 employees responsible for disaster prevention and safety confirmation at companies nationwide
Responses from 1,100 people in the Kyushu and Okinawa regions
90% or more of companies have established safety confirmation methods
“Email (company-provided device and email address)” was the most common at 50.4%
“Telephone voice calls (company-provided device and number)” 37.1%
“SMS (company-provided device and number)” 29.6%
“Company-designated business chat tool” 29.0%
“Email (personal device and email address)” 25.9%
“Telephone voice calls (personal device and number)” 23.6%
“LINE (personal device and account)” 21.2%
Fewer than 20% of companies (18.6%) use a dedicated safety confirmation service
“Clearly established and communicated to everyone” 50.3%
“Established, but communication is insufficient” 39.1%
Combined, the two groups account for 89.4%
43.7% of companies said that communication was insufficient
29% of companies answered, “There were no particular problems or challenges.”
More than 70% of companies (71%) experienced some kind of challenge
32.3% said, “We couldn’t reach some employees and were unable to confirm their safety.”
28.2% said, “It took time to collect responses from employees.”
27.3% said, “It took time to identify employees whose safety had not been confirmed.”
“Contacting employees” (49.3% in total)
“Identifying and following up with nonrespondents” (37.9% in total)
2 out of 3 companies (66.4%) experienced some kind of challenge
The average time required to confirm employees’ safety was 4.3 hours
27.3% said, “1 hour or more but less than 3 hours”
18.2% said, “30 minutes or more but less than 1 hour”
17.0% said, “Less than 30 minutes”
35.2% of companies completed the process in less than 1 hour
The figure was 62.5% when the time frame was extended to less than 3 hours
5.9% said, “12 hours or more but less than 24 hours”
4.4% said, “It took 24 hours or more”
67.7% said, “It reaches all employees at once”
43.1% said, “The process can be completed using only a smartphone”
42.8% said, “You can see who has and has not responded”
A little-known Shinjuku landmark becomes a keychain! Capsule toy “That Thing in Shinjuku” launches Nov. 18 (Wed.)
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小田急百貨店新宿店 will launch “That Thing in Shinjuku,” a capsule toy featuring acrylic keychains inspired by Shinjuku landmarks, on Nov. 18. There are 6 designs, priced at 400 yen, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Shinjuku Ward Children’s Future Fund.
Enjoy distinctive coffees from around the world during the year-end and New Year holidays. Tully’s lucky bag “2027 HAPPY BAG” reservations open Nov. 11 (Wed.), with sales starting Dec. 11 (Fri.)
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Tully’s Coffee Japan will begin taking reservations for its “2027 HAPPY BAG” lucky bags for the year-end and New Year holidays on Nov. 11, with in-store sales starting Dec. 11. There are 2 types, priced at 5,500 yen and 10,000 yen, containing items such as coffee beans and drink tickets.
Facts
Reservations open online on Nov. 11 (Wed.)
On sale in stores from Dec. 11 (Fri.)
“2027 HAPPY BAG 5,500-yen bag”
“2027 HAPPY BAG 10,000-yen bag”
Drink tickets* (6 tickets)
15 drink tickets are included
Each drink ticket can be exchanged for 1 drink priced at up to 520 yen (tax included)
Webinar on Nov. 25, 2026: “Has 80% of your company’s data become ‘unsearchable’? — How to turn scattered files across your organization into collective intelligence”
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株式会社アマナ will hold a webinar on Nov. 25, 2026, explaining the differences between cloud storage and DAM and how to make effective use of data.
【てんや】“てんや Week!!” returns monthly as a token of appreciation: “てんや’s Premium Tendon Bento” available at a special price Nov. 16 (Mon.)–22 (Sun.)
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てんや, operated by ロイヤルホールディングス株式会社, will offer “てんや’s Premium Tendon Bento” for takeout only at the special price of 600 yen (tax included) during “てんやWeek!!” from Nov. 16 to 22, 2026.
インサイトアカデミー株式会社 will host a free web seminar on HR strategies for successful globalization, featuring former キーエンス overseas business division head Takashi Fujita.
日立 joins “Akrites,” a cross-industry project addressing vulnerabilities in critical OSS, as the first Japanese company
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日立製作所 has joined “Akrites,” a project established by The Linux Foundation to address vulnerabilities in critical OSS, as its first Japanese Premier member, and will contribute technical expertise through more than 30 group engineers.
Facts
The project was established in June 2026
Technical contributions from more than 30 engineers
Original2025年度(2026年3月期)売上収益は10兆5,867億円
As of the end of March 2026, it had 606 consolidated subsidiaries
Has approximately 290,000 employees worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社日立製作所、日立、The Linux Foundation、フロンティアAI・クラウド、日立エナジー、日立ヴァンタラ、Anthropic
Corporate insiders’ communications drive purchasing behavior more when delivered through in-depth channels: “Blogs,” “newspapers and magazines,” and “podcasts” each exceed 90%
Nov. 11 is Straight Day | ISSHI × DOCTORAIR special collaboration! Limited-edition items launching in December and popular hair-care appliances up for grabs for 11 winners
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株式会社ドリームファクトリー is running a collaboration campaign between total body-care brand ドクターエア and hair-care brand ISSHI. Entries will be accepted on the official Instagram account from Nov. 11 to Dec. 6, with a hair dryer and hair-care set among the prizes to be awarded by lottery.
“2026 Survey of All 47 Prefectures Nationwide”: Thematic Analysis—Elder Care and Inheritance
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An analysis of people aged 50–79 who participated in メットライフ生命保険’s “2026 Survey of All 47 Prefectures Nationwide” found that many had not made progress discussing elder care and inheritance with their families and were concerned about their knowledge of procedures and systems. Respondents also showed a strong preference for care by professionals or at facilities, and some expressed expectations for the use of generative AI.
Facts
3,785 respondents
74.6% said they had “not discussed” their own elder care with their families
72.4% consider it “necessary” to discuss it with their family in advance
Only 16.3% of all respondents had actually discussed it
52.6% said, “It’s difficult to discuss inheritance with family unless something prompts the conversation”
75.6% said they were unsure of their knowledge about caregiving procedures and public support...
71.7% said they were unsure of their knowledge about inheritance procedures and taxes...
86.3% said they do not want to burden their family with caregiving
67.2% hope to receive care in a facility
43.7% said generative AI “would be helpful” as someone to consult to sort through their concerns and questions
56.3% said “a person is better than generative AI”
“Job Comi,” connecting ready-to-work talent with stores, launches in earnest at 50 facilities nationwide
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Mitsui Fudosan Commercial Management will roll out 株式会社ジョブコミュニティ’s matching service “ジョブコミ” at 50 facilities it operates nationwide starting Nov. 11, 2026, matching facilities with experienced workers ready to contribute from day one.
Facts
50 facilities nationwide
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
More than 70 people have been matched
Companies mentioned：三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、株式会社HataLuck and Person、株式会社ジョブコミュニティ
“ORBIS CHRISTMAS PARTY collaboration ♡ My Melody” will be held at SKINCARE LOUNGE BY ORBIS in Omotesando starting Nov. 12, 2026.
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オルビス株式会社 will hold a collaboration event with Sanrio’s My Melody at SKINCARE LOUNGE BY ORBIS in Omotesando from Nov. 12 to Dec. 25. The event will feature sales of limited-edition toner bottles and Christmas drinks, as well as a photo session by lottery.
Facts
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,410 yen (tax included)
1,500 yen (tax included)
Total 3 items: ¥8,030 (tax included)
75 people will be selected by lottery to participate
“When should I buy?” becomes “I’ll buy now”: 17 days of HANDS BLACK FRIDAY
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株式会社ハンズ will hold “HANDS BLACK FRIDAY” from Nov. 13 to 29, offering limited-time special prices and discounts on daily necessities, cosmetics and other products, as well as a points promotion.
[Morozoff Valentine’s Day 2027] New “夜猫壺茶（よるねこつぼちゃ）” chocolate, a soothing treat for adults to enjoy at night
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モロゾフ株式会社 will launch a new chocolate brand, “夜猫壺茶（よるねこつぼちゃ）,” for Valentine’s Day 2027. The product lineup is themed around offering adults a soothing way to enjoy a quiet night.
株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 is holding its “Red Friday” sale from Nov. 13 to Dec. 3, 2026, at アカチャンホンポ stores nationwide and online. It is offering specially selected maternity-preparation and childcare products at special prices, including toys discounted 50% off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price.
For those who have just become the “senior IT systems person” at work! The 3rd “情シス塾” study session for young IT systems staff will be held on Nov. 26
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株式会社翔泳社’s IT media outlet EnterpriseZine will hold the 3rd “情シス塾” study session for young IT systems staff aged 35 and under on Nov. 26, 2026. Yuko Yamaguchi of ニトリホールディングス will speak about know-how for developing in-house talent.
Facts
For information systems department staff aged 35 and under
Original「情シス塾」第3回
Will be held on Nov. 26, 2026 (Thu.)
Aiming to develop 1,000 in-house employees
More than 1 year of hands-on experience at stores and logistics centers
Registration starts at 17:30
Opening at 18:00
Networking reception with light refreshments at 19:15
<Latest from DEAN & DELUCA’s “Artisan Meals”> Three varieties—beef lu rou fan, butter beef curry and beef tacos—made with Omi beef tendon prepared by meat specialist サカエヤ, launching Friday, Nov. 13
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DEAN & DELUCA, operated by 株式会社ウェルカム, will launch 3 varieties on Nov. 13, 2026: “Beef Lu Rou Fan,” “Butter Beef Curry” and “Beef Tacos,” made with Omi beef tendon prepared by the Shiga Prefecture butcher サカエヤ.
Facts
From Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Launching 3 varieties
“Beef Lu Rou Fan” ¥1,728 (tax included)
“Butter Beef Curry” ¥1,728 (tax included)
“Beef Tacos” ¥1,7628 (tax included)
Leaving pieces of meat about 1 cm in size on purpose
MIXI, JENESIS and Altair Semiconductor jointly win the IoT Global Awards 2026
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株式会社MIXI, JENESIS株式会社 and Altair Semiconductor jointly won the “Connected Consumer & Smart Home” category of the IoT Global Awards 2026. The award recognized their work putting iSIM technology into practical use in the children’s GPS device “Mitene Mimamori GPS Talk Plus.”
Facts
IoT Global Awards 2026
The total number of users worldwide has surpassed 30 million※
Currently available in 7 languages across 175 countries and regions
Celebrating the broadcast of the TOKYO MX special “A Turbulent Board!! Losing Is Winning!! The Entertainment Industry’s Othello Losing Champion Deciding Match”: Win a “Special Ability Losing Othello” set in our giveaway campaign!
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株式会社メガハウス is holding a campaign on X to celebrate the broadcast of the TOKYO MX special “A Turbulent Board!! Losing Is Winning!! The Entertainment Industry’s Othello Losing Champion Deciding Match,” giving away “Special Ability Losing Othello” stickers and “Best Othello 50th” to 10 winners selected by lottery.
A soothing way to close out the year with a luxurious taste and fragrant yuzu. “Golden Fragrant Amazake <Yuzu>” available for a limited time from Tuesday, December 1. Campaign also offers a chance to win QUOカードPay and recovery wear.
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Morinaga & Co. will release “Golden Fragrant Amazake <Yuzu>,” made with junmai daiginjo sake lees, rice koji from Yamagata Prefecture, and yuzu juice from Kochi Prefecture, for a limited time from December 1. Based on the concept of relaxing moments over the year-end and New Year holidays, the company will also hold a campaign offering a chance to win QUOカードPay and BAKUNE recovery wear.
“Piccoma Lottery” unveils its lineup of featured titles for November! Lotteries for 5 popular titles are here!
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株式会社カカオピッコマ has announced 5 featured titles for November on its online lottery service “Piccoma Lottery.” The titles will be available from November 11 to 25, 2026, with exclusive merchandise offered for each title.
Facts
Price: 770 yen (tax included) and up
The following 5 titles will be released
・Release date: From Wednesday, November 11, 2026
・Release date: From Friday, November 13, 2026
・Release date: From Wednesday, November 18, 2026
・Release date: From Friday, November 20, 2026
・Release date: From Wednesday, November 25, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社カカオピッコマ、Frontier Works Inc.、KADOKAWA、主婦と生活社、オーバーラップ
【Koto-ku, Tokyo / Limited time】To celebrate the release of 野村不動産グループ’s official commercial facilities app “nonono,” 5 shops at KAMEIDO CLOCK’s “Kamekuro Yokocho” will sell original croquettes!
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野村不動産コマース株式会社 will mark the release of 野村不動産グループ’s official commercial facilities app “nonono” with a limited-time sale of original croquettes by 5 shops at KAMEIDO CLOCK’s “Kamekuro Yokocho.”
【Over 220,000 copies sold!】“What Do the World’s Best Do on Their Days Off?” continues to sell, now in its 18th printing! How you spend your days off can transform your work, weekdays, and life
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株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング announced that it has printed a new 18th edition of “What Do the World’s Best Do on Their Days Off?” by Shinji Koshikawa, bringing the book’s cumulative print run to over 220,000 copies.
A hands-on event for the “Gadgetable DP3 AJ,” a business backpack with 21 adjustment settings to fit your body, to be held for a limited time at 東武百貨店 Ikebukuro Main Store
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エース株式会社 will sell the domestically made “Gadgetable DP3 AJ” business backpack, equipped with an adjustable harness™ whose shoulder straps can be adjusted to 21 settings to fit your body, and other products. It will also hold a hands-on event at 東武百貨店 Ikebukuro Main Store.
A new concept for a refined, mature beauty. The フォンテーヌ section at 阪急うめだ本店 reopens Wednesday, November 11
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株式会社アデランス will reopen the フォンテーヌ women’s wig section at 阪急うめだ本店 on November 11. The new concept is “Luminous Grace,” and the section will introduce private rooms designed with privacy in mind, along with hair care products. A commemorative fair will offer a limited-edition selection of 10 wigs for sale.
ニセコ東急 グラン・ヒラフ’s 2026-2027 winter season opens Saturday, November 28
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ニセコ東急 グラン・ヒラフ will open its 2026-2027 winter season on November 28. Improvements to enhance convenience include increasing capacity by converting the Ace No. 3 Lift to a 4-person lift, expanding rental brands, consolidating ski schools, and introducing the premium “HIRAFU FAST PASS.”
Facts
Capacity will be about 2.3 times the previous level
【マリメッコ】Reservations open for 2 online-exclusive gift box sets featuring vibrant Unikko designs.
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マリメッコ, offered by 株式会社ルック, has opened reservations for 2 online-exclusive gift box sets for the holiday season: a mug and coaster set, and a flower vase and ornament set.
NEC to exhibit at Inter BEE 2026, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive media events
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NEC will exhibit at Inter BEE 2026, held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 18 to 20, showcasing next-generation media businesses using AI and data, broadcast platforms, and content DX solutions.
NEC to showcase innovations in maintenance work using virtual reality technology at CEATEC 2026
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At CEATEC 2026, NEC held a session on innovating maintenance work using VR, AI, and digital twins. Together with ユニティ・テクノロジーズ・ジャパン株式会社 and NECプラットフォームズ株式会社, it presented XR applications and technologies for skills transfer and more efficient training.
株式会社ジュン announced that it will open the multi-purpose store “V.A. OSAKA” in Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, on Dec. 16, 2026, in a building designed by Tadao Ando.
Facts
Dec. 16, 2026
46 years
August 1980
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジュン、V.A.、Ginza Music Bar、The Archetype（アーキタイプ）、cafe co.
Registration opens for the “Kamen Rider Certification Exam 2026-2027”! Packed with fan must-haves, including goods featuring the 55th anniversary logo and a certificate of passing!
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株式会社ユーキャン has opened registration for the “Kamen Rider Certification Exam 2026-2027” to mark the 55th anniversary of Kamen Rider.
New cable-integrated 10,000mAh mobile battery featuring a semi-solid lithium-ion battery, combining high safety and long life for use in extreme cold and heat
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Elecom is launching a new cable-integrated 10,000mAh mobile battery featuring a semi-solid lithium-ion battery that combines safety and long life.
Protects against scratches and dirt without compromising screen clarity. New launch: 7 products in 3 types of full-cover glass films for Apple Watch, featuring 0.25mm-thin glass for high touch sensitivity
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エレコム株式会社 launched 7 products in 3 types of full-cover glass films for Apple Watch in late October. Featuring 0.25mm-thin glass, they offer high touch sensitivity and protection.
Achieves high-speed communications exceeding 6,000Mbps with Wi-Fi 7! Launch of 2 Wi-Fi 2.5-gigabit routers, including a model equipped with the “SENSE” AI security feature
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エレコム株式会社 launched 2 Wi-Fi routers supporting 2.5Gbps in mid-November, delivering high-speed communications exceeding 6,000Mbps with Wi-Fi 7. The lineup includes a model equipped with the “F-Secure SENSE” AI security feature.
Facts
Up to 5,764Mbps on the 5GHz band
Up to 574Mbps on the 2.4GHz band
Supports 2.5Gbps
Free license period: 1 year
Companies mentioned：エレコム株式会社、F-Secure社、一般社団法人デジタルライフ推進協会、Digital Life Promotion Association
A limited-edition series celebrating its 40th anniversary, the third installment, bringing festive color to the winter holiday season: “Kirin Gogo no Kocha 40TH BLEND Fruit & Cinnamon-Scented Milk Tea” launches
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Kirin Beverage will launch “Kirin Gogo no Kocha 40TH BLEND Fruit & Cinnamon-Scented Milk Tea” nationwide for a limited time starting December 1, 2026, as the third 40th-anniversary limited-edition product in its “Kirin Gogo no Kocha” tea drink line.
Facts
Starting Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Made with 20% of the total tea leaves
Size and container: 500 mL PET bottle
Price (suggested retail price excluding consumption tax): 220 yen
Building a domestic recycling model for commercial-use PET bottles: launching “bottle-to-bottle” efforts at 21 locations in 8 prefectures across Chugoku, Shikoku and Kyushu through collaboration across the supply chain
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Kirin Beverage has established a domestic recycling model for commercial-use PET bottles generated by its group company Kirin Vivax, and began “bottle-to-bottle” efforts in October at 21 locations in 8 prefectures across Chugoku, Shikoku and Kyushu.
Launching November 11, “Woof Woof Gift Day”! Asahikawa pet photography studio “ARF!” kicks off a charity initiative supporting local animal shelters with a portion of its sales
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Asahikawa pet photography studio “ARF!” (有限会社三景スタジオ) has launched a charity initiative to donate a portion of its sales to local animal shelters, marking November 11’s “Woof Woof Gift Day.”
やよい軒 Yamaguchi University Front store reopens after renovation, with a design that conveys a “premium” image
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株式会社プレナス reopened its Yamaguchi University Front location of the set-meal restaurant やよい軒 after renovations on November 12. The store was designed to reflect the brand’s new image, with updates to its logo, noren curtains and wallpaper.
株式会社プレナス will launch 4 new products featuring “toriten,” a specialty of Oita Prefecture, at 2,414 locations nationwide of its takeout bento chain ほっともっと starting November 18.
サブウェイ opens a new location near Ichigaya Station! “Ichigaya Higashi” to open November 18 (Wed.) in an area home to offices, universities and high schools
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サブウェイ, operated by WATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENT, will open a new location, “Ichigaya Higashi,” in Chiyoda City, Tokyo, on November 18, 2026. Sales at existing stores have grown for 73 consecutive months, and the chain is scheduled to have 246 locations nationwide.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
About 2 minutes on foot from the station
73 consecutive months
246 locations
63.17㎡
Companies mentioned：WATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENT株式会社、サブウェイ、ワタミ株式会社
Original【京都岡崎 蔦屋書店】カムウェイ・フォンによる個展「KAMWEI FONG THE FURRY THING “The Day Is Already Enough”」を11/21(土)より開催
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Kyoto Okazaki Tsutaya Books will hold a solo exhibition by artist Kamwei Fong, “KAMWEI FONG THE FURRY THING ‘The Day Is Already Enough,’” from November 21 to December 15, 2026.
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Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Tuesday, December 15
7 original artworks
November 21 (Sat.), 10:00
November 24 (Tue.), 11:00
December 15 (Tue.), 23:59
Companies mentioned：カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、京都岡崎 蔦屋書店、Gas As Interface Co., Ltd.、蔦屋書店オンラインストア
株式会社グレープストーン’s signature product, the “Brulee Cream Tart” from brulee sweets specialist ブリュレメリゼ, ranked No. 1 in the all-products category of the “Tokyo Gift Palette” 2026 sales ranking for 3 consecutive years. Cumulative sales have reached 3 million pieces.
For those looking to leverage their language skills and specialized expertise to move into a foreign-affiliated or Japanese global company: “Daijob Career Fair” to be held in Akihabara on Friday, December 11, 2026; free admission; visitor registration now open
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ヒューマンリソシア株式会社 will hold the “Daijob Career Fair” in Akihabara, Tokyo, on December 11, 2026, and has opened free visitor registration.
TV anime “ペロペロ★スパ～クルズ”: First TV anime event and collaboration cafe to be held at SHIBUYA109 Shibuya store!
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The first event and collaboration cafe for the TV anime “ペロペロ★スパ～クルズ” at the SHIBUYA109 Shibuya store have been announced. A limited event will take place on November 29, 2026, followed by the collaboration cafe from November 29 to December 13 of the same year. The series is scheduled to begin airing in January 2027.
Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa will hold “Japanese, Western and Chinese Winter Delicacies Buffet,” including all-you-can-eat maru snow crab, for lunch only from December 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.
星野リゾート’s リゾナーレ那須 will hold “Farmers’ Town” from January 5 to March 31, 2027, offering winter-only events such as cheese fondue, milk candle-making and an open-air bath illuminated by milk-bottle lights.
【阪急三番街】A circus of animals emerging from Santa’s dream! “FANTASTIC CIRCUS CHRISTMAS” is underway
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The Christmas fair “FANTASTIC CIRCUS CHRISTMAS” is underway at the 阪急三番街 commercial complex in Umeda, Osaka, from November 1 to December 25, 2026. The event features animal sculptures and decorations created by Kenji Baba, a Christmas tree display, and a receipt-based prize drawing.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Friday, Dec. 25
Total of ¥3,000 (tax included; purchases may be combined)
Surpassing 6.8 million units sold (※), “Sparkling Tea with Chardonnay Notes” joins the Afternoon Tea-supervised tea soda lineup! 3 products, including Chai Tea Latte, go on sale sequentially from November 17 (Tuesday)
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FamilyMart will release 3 new drinks, including an Afternoon Tea-supervised tea soda and chai tea latte, in November and December 2026.
Facts
Celebrating its 45th anniversary
“Famimaru Chai Tea Latte” ¥208
“Famimaru Jasmine Tea with Shine Muscat Notes” ¥120
“Famimaru Sparkling Tea with Chardonnay Notes” ¥149
【コートヤード・バイ・マリオット札幌】“Courtyard Sapporo Christmas 2026” brings a heartwarming holiday season illuminated by a 5-meter Christmas tree
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コートヤード・バイ・マリオット札幌 will hold “Courtyard Sapporo Christmas 2026,” featuring a Christmas tree approximately 5 meters tall, starting November 11, 2026. It will also run the charity project “Tree of Gratitude,” donating all proceeds from ornament sales to 公益社団法人北海道森と緑の会.
“niko and ... COFFEE” teams up with “ガーナチョコレート” for the first time! Limited-time menu items go on sale from November 13, 2026
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“niko and ... COFFEE” from 株式会社アダストリア and “ガーナチョコレート” from 株式会社ロッテ are collaborating for the first time, releasing 3 limited-time items from November 13, 2026: 2 drinks and 1 bread item.
Facts
On sale from November 13, 2026 (Friday)
Sunday, January 24, 2027
All “niko and ... COFFEE” locations (17 stores)
Price: ¥690 (tax included)
Price: ¥580 (tax included)
Operating 150 locations nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社アンドエスティHD、株式会社アダストリア、niko and ...、niko and ... COFFEE、株式会社ロッテ、ガーナチョコレート
【High demand prompts a reprint before publication!】First book by Jonathan Marbo, a Harvard graduate and strategy investment firm CEO who got his start at 松下電器: “Japan, Awaken” goes on sale November 18 (Wednesday)
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“Japan, Awaken,” the first book by Jonathan Marbo, a Harvard graduate and strategy investment firm CEO who previously worked at 松下電器, will go on sale November 18. A reprint has been approved in response to strong interest.
大網株式会社 announced the October 2026 figure pre-order rankings for the hobby shop あみあみ. Figures of characters from “Uma Musume,” “Azur Lane” and “Genshin Impact” ranked near the top.
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Suggested price: ¥29,480 (tax included)
Suggested price: ¥28,800 (tax included)
Suggested price: ¥28,380 (tax included)
Suggested price: ¥9,900 (tax included)
Suggested price: ¥8,030 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、あみあみ、アルター、Cygames, Inc.、ファット・カンパニー、Manjuu Co.,Ltd.、YongShi Co.,Ltd.、Yostar, Inc.、Myethos、miHoYo、七月社、necömi、メガハウス、サンライズ、Oh-ami Inc.
【November 11 is Caregiving Day】Shogakukan’s “介護ポストセブン” and “介護マーケティング研究所” announce the results of the “Caregiving Companions Awards 2026”; “やさしい献立,” “アイソカル” and “ワタミの宅食” win 3 top honors!
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Shogakukan’s “介護ポストセブン” and “介護マーケティング研究所” announced the results of the “Caregiving Companions Awards 2026” to mark Caregiving Day on November 11. キユーピー, ネスレ日本, ワタミ and others won awards in various categories.
Facts
Valid responses: 428 in the nursing care food (staples and side dishes) category
New “3 on-site support categories” established to support care workers! “Caregiving Companions Awards 2026” recognizes outstanding products that address challenges in the field
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The 介護ポストセブン編集部 and 介護マーケティング研究所 announced the results of the “Caregiving Companions Awards 2026” to mark Caregiving Day on November 11. This year, the new “3 on-site support categories” recognize products that reduce workloads and improve operations. Products from DFree株式会社, 株式会社ワイズマン and 株式会社Magic Shields won the grand prizes.
Celebrate year-end and New Year parties in style and at a great value. “New Otani Gourmet Coupons,” with a ¥500 bonus and redeemable at 20 locations in the hotel, go on sale!
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ホテルニューオータニ（東京） will begin selling its “New Otani Gourmet Coupons,” which include a ¥500 bonus, on November 16, 2026. They can be used at 20 restaurants in the hotel.
A once-in-a-lifetime declaration of love, blessed by Santa Claus. The Christmas-only proposal plan with a 100% success rate returns this year!
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ホテルニューオータニ幕張 will offer a Christmas proposal dinner plan on December 24 and 25, 2026, limited to 1 couple per day. The special package includes private use of a chapel and a celebratory appearance by Santa Claus, and costs ¥160,000 for 2 people.
Nagoya PARCO will hold the “FOR THE RECORD” festival from November 20 to 24, 2026, featuring DJ events, a market and limited-edition giveaways. It has also launched a closure promotion campaign for the South Building, which is scheduled to close at the end of February 2027.
Facts
5 days
Nov. 20, 2026
Nov. 24
¥8,000 or more, tax included
PARCO points +3 pt
End of February 2027
110 yen (tax included)
Up to 2,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、J.Front Retailing、松坂屋名古屋店、HAERA、Harrisy、cyclecounter、KiBi、hajime、luv、Geloomy、SOCIAL TOWER、CASTLE MARKET、下北沢BASEMENTBAR、Vinyl Jorney、シャッポ、PEANUTS、THE CAP、Matin Kim、SELALY、L'EAU par iena
Remi Hirano: Previously unreleased recordings from her early career unearthed! CD “All the Charm of Remi Hirano,” featuring 21 songs including one with lyrics by her father, Imao Hirano, set for release on December 2
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Chanson singer Remi Hirano will release the CD “All the Charm of Remi Hirano,” featuring 21 songs including 4 previously unreleased recordings from around the time of her debut, through 日本コロムビア on December 2, 2026.
イオンリテール × Aeon Liquor × サッポロビール “Developing deli dishes to enjoy with Sapporo Draft Beer Black Label”
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イオンリテール and サッポロビール have jointly developed original deli dishes designed to pair well with Sapporo Draft Beer Black Label. The dishes will be sold at about 200 stores starting November 20 as part of a Black Friday promotion.
Wireless mouse with an LCD screen that lets you check the battery level and cursor speed at a glance, available in 3 colors
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サンワサプライ株式会社 has released the “MA-WBIRS550 Series,” a Bluetooth wireless mouse with an LCD screen that displays the battery level and cursor speed, available in 3 colors.
New T-shirts featuring manga artist Hiroyuki Tamakoshi’s work! 4 character designs from popular titles now available
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4 T-shirt designs featuring characters from manga artist Hiroyuki Tamakoshi’s works will go on sale at pTa.shop, operated by 株式会社ICE, starting October 26, 2026. Price: 4,950 yen (tax included).
Baritone playing techniques, interviews with popular artists, and scores to brighten up your ukulele life: Ukulele Magazine Vol.36 goes on sale November 11!
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株式会社リットーミュージック released the ukulele magazine Ukulele Magazine Vol.36 WINTER 2027 on November 11, 2026. List price: 2,750 yen.
From the principles of submergence and life aboard as revealed by a former submariner to an onboard report from the icebreaker Shirase! J Ships December 2026 issue (Vol.131), with a special “Japanese Ships Calendar 2027” supplement, now on sale
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イカロス出版 has released the December 2026 issue of the military and naval magazine J Ships (Vol.131). Features include a basic introduction to submarines and an onboard report from the icebreaker Shirase. The issue includes a special “Japanese Ships Calendar 2027” supplement.
After leaving a job due to overwork and losing ¥1.2 million in annual income, the author found a way to live without wearing themselves down: “Life Gets Better When You Work at 80%: How to Regain Time and Peace of Mind Without Pushing Yourself” published
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株式会社インプレス will publish author Soramame’s book “Life Gets Better When You Work at 80%,” following their departure from a job due to overwork and a ¥1.2 million drop in annual income. It will be published by インプレス NextPublishing.
Facts
Life Gets Better When You Work at 80%
E-book edition: 1,600 yen (before tax)
Print edition: 2,000 yen (before tax)
172 pages of main text
Series cumulative total tops 80 million copies
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、インプレス NextPublishing、株式会社インプレスR&D、Amazon Kindleストア、楽天koboイーブックストア、Apple Books、紀伊國屋書店 Kinoppy、Google Play Store、honto電子書籍ストア、Sony Reader Store、BookLive!、BOOK☆WALKER、Amazon.co.jp
November 15 event: Women’s singles figure skater Yuna Aoki to appear live in studio! Online fan meeting exploring this season’s programs and costumes, and her life in skating
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株式会社山と溪谷社 will hold an online fan meeting with women’s singles figure skater Yuna Aoki on November 15, 2026.
The picture-book series “Bread Thief” has surpassed 6.5 million copies in cumulative circulation
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The picture-book series “Bread Thief,” published by 株式会社KADOKAWA, has surpassed 6.5 million copies in cumulative circulation. The latest book was published in September 2026, and a TV anime has been airing since October.