# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-11 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 5 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. ## Open to the public for 8 days only! Special opening of an Atami garden where visitors can enjoy vibrant autumn leaves and the soothing sounds of nature - Published: 2026-11-11T10:58:51+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000180358.html - anchor: #n3832156 - Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人市村清新技術財団、リコー三愛グループ 公益財団法人市村清新技術財団 will open its botanical research garden in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, to the public for 8 days only, from November 24 to December 1, 2026. Facts: - About 12,270 m² - Just under the area of about 2 soccer fields - 1988 (Showa 63) - About 80 years - 年2回のみ ## November–December only: Christmas campaign at 工房Smith札幌 京王プラザホテル札幌店, Sapporo’s handmade ring workshop at Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo. Choose 3 paid options and receive another one as a gift - Published: 2026-11-11T10:57:39+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000061840.html - anchor: #n3832157 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社 一宝、工房Smith札幌 京王プラザホテル札幌店、RITZ GLANDE、札幌宝石買取.com 工房Smith札幌 京王プラザホテル札幌店, operated by 株式会社一宝, is holding a Christmas campaign from November 1 to December 31, 2026. When making a pair of rings, choose 3 paid options worth at least 4,950 yen including tax and receive 1 more as a gift. Choose 4 or more and you’ll also receive letter engraving. Facts: - ¥4,950 including tax - Choose 3 - Choose 4 or more - Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 - Thursday, Dec. 31 - More than 3,000 cases ## 株式会社エイチビーラボジャパン outlines migration and long-term operations and maintenance support based on lessons from PHP2Shell - Published: 2026-11-11T10:56:37+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000052777.html - anchor: #n3832158 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイチビーラボ ジャパン、HBLAB JAPAN、Verizon、JPCERT/CC、@IT、Microsoft、Node.js、The PHP Group、Django Software Foundation 株式会社エイチビーラボジャパン has launched migration and long-term operations and maintenance support to address risks from end-of-support software, drawing on lessons from PHP2Shell. Facts: - CMMI Maturity Level 3 - December 31, 2025 (PHP 8.1) - April 30, 2026 - Nov. 10, 2026 - April 7, 2026 - July 14, 2026 - Jan. 12, 2027 ## Full program announced for the “NIKKEI・NADA Digital Asset Conference 2026”—speakers include Finance Minister Katayama, Tokyo Governor Koike, 3 megabanks and 2 major securities firms - Published: 2026-11-11T10:56:36+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000047016.html - anchor: #n3832159 - Companies mentioned: N.Avenue株式会社、日本経済新聞社メディアビジネス、JPモルガン、ブラックロック、フランクリン・テンプルトン、Solana財団、野村ホールディングス、BOOSTRY、大和証券グループ、三井住友フィナンシャルグループ、三井物産デジタル・アセットマネジメント、アンダーソン・毛利・友常法律事務所、Digital Platformer、Progmat、日鉄ソリューションズ、東海東京証券、楽天ウォレット、QUICK、BACKSEAT暗号資産交換業、トヨタ The full program has been finalized for the “NIKKEI・NADA Digital Asset Conference 2026,” co-hosted by N.Avenue株式会社 and 日本経済新聞社メディアビジネス. The event will be held at Toranomon Hills Forum on Nov. 20, 2026, and will feature video messages from Finance Minister Katayama and Tokyo Governor Koike, as well as appearances by key figures from overseas financial institutions including JPモルガン, ブラックロック, and フランクリン・テンプルトン, along with the 3 megabanks and 2 major securities firms. Facts: - 2026 - Nov. 20, 2026 - 10 sessions - About 100 staff ## 【箕面市・勝尾寺】The autumn special illumination “錦秋の宵祭り2026” will offer “ユニバーサル拝観2026” on Wednesday, Nov. 25, open exclusively to 30 groups of people with disabilities and their families - Published: 2026-11-11T10:56:00+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000111535.html - anchor: #n3832160 - Companies mentioned: 勝尾寺、NPO法人須磨ユニバーサルビーチプロジェクト、岡山大学、大阪保健医療大学 勝尾寺 will hold a universal visit on Nov. 25, 2026, during its special illumination period, exclusively for 30 groups of people with disabilities and their families. Facts: - Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026 - Admission: 500 yen ## The latest vol.24 2026 winter issue of “Premium Headphone Guide Magazine,” a specialist earphone and headphone magazine, goes on general sale Wednesday, Nov. 11 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:55:05+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000087714.html - anchor: #n3832161 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社音元出版、ソニー、Audio-Technica、Meze Audio、final、Madoo、GRADO、Astell&Kern、NOTHING、HiBy Music、LUXMAN、AMBIE、SOUNDPEATS、EARFUN、水月雨、MOONDROP、NUAL、BASEUS、SONY、SHOKZ、HUAWEI、BOSE、LOOB AUDIO、QDC、SGENE、SHURE、DUNU、NUARL、BINARY ACOUSTICS、FIIO、MELODY WINGS、NICEHCK、THIEAUDIO、ACOUSTUNE、ORIOLUS、TANCHJIM、愛達声、BRISE AUDIO、NOBLE AUDIO、SORANIK、KM5、FOSI AUDIO、SHANLING、CAYIN、EVOARIA、YBA、HIFIMAN、BEYERDYNAMIC、Sandal Audio、beyerdynamic 株式会社音元出版 began general sales of the latest issue, vol.24 2026 winter, of its specialist earphone and headphone magazine “Premium Headphone Guide Magazine” on Nov. 11, 2026. The price is 1,800 yen. Facts: - vol.24 - 2026 winter - Wednesday, Nov. 11 - 1,800 yen - Base price: 1,636 yen - 228 models in total - 5 million monthly unique users (UU) - 20 million monthly page views (PV) ## The 45th Fur and Leather Fair IN うたの will be held in 宇陀市! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:53:19+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000663.000142065.html - anchor: #n3832162 - Companies mentioned: 奈良県、宇陀市、宇陀市菟田野毛皮革産業振興協議会、宇陀市菟田野産業振興センター The 45th Fur and Leather Fair IN うたの, aimed at promoting fur and leather products from 奈良県’s local industry and developing sales channels, will be held at 宇陀市菟田野産業振興センター. Facts: - Reiwa 8, Nov. 21 - 10時～17時 - Nov. 22 - 10:00–16:00 ## Employee benefits service “WELBOX” to hold big “Black Friday” sale - Published: 2026-11-11T10:51:50+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000016610.html - anchor: #n3832163 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーウェル、WELBOX 株式会社イーウェルは、会員制福利厚生サービス「WELBOX」において、2026年11月11日から11月29日まで19日間、「ブラックフライデー」ビッグセールを開催する。宿泊施設や食品・家電などに対し、割引クーポンや限定価格を提供する。 Facts: - 2026年11月11日（水）10:00から - 11月29日（日）23:59までの19日間 - 19 days - Black Friday deals at 95 facilities - 2,000-yen-off coupon - 1泊1名10,000円以上で利用可 - 6 installments in total - Ranked 12th among 435 nationwide - Capital: 499,992,500 yen - Employees: 1,096 ## Exhibiting at [Nagoya] Factory Innovation Week 2026 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:51:25+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000167602.html - anchor: #n3832164 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社シーエープラント、GENERAC、RX Japan 合同会社 株式会社シーエープラント will exhibit at “[Nagoya] Factory Innovation Week 2026,” held at Aichi Sky Expo from Nov. 25 to 27, 2026, and introduce GENERAC’s INDUSTRIAL Series SG050 emergency gas generator. Facts: - 2026年11月25日（水）～27日（金） - INDUSTRIAL Series SG050 - N20-11 ## 【コムシス情報システム】Notice of exhibiting at the 6th Construction DX Expo - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:43+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000183413.html - anchor: #n3832165 - Companies mentioned: コムシスホールディングス株式会社、コムシス情報システム株式会社、RX Japan、日本コムシス株式会社、サンワコムシスエンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社ＴＯＳＹＳ、株式会社つうけん、ＮＤＳ株式会社、株式会社ＳＹＳＫＥＮ、ホクワネックス株式会社 コムシス情報システム will exhibit at the 6th Construction DX Expo, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in December 2026, and present AI-powered solutions for the construction industry. Facts: - Booth No.: 61-30 - 会期 ： 2026年12月2日(水) ～ 4日(金) - TEL: 03-3448-7331 ## 【Important Notice】Apology and information regarding changes to the application process for the “Hatsune Miku ‘Magical Mirai 2027’ Song Contest” - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:37+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000729.000052709.html - anchor: #n3832166 - Companies mentioned: クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、PHP、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、ヤマハ株式会社 Crypton Future Media announced that the application page for the “Hatsune Miku ‘Magical Mirai 2027’ Song Contest” has reopened on piapro, and provided information about changes to the application process and an accompanying apology. Facts: - More than 90,000 attendees - More than 670,000 attendees in total - Track length: no more than 4 minutes 30 seconds - 『SONICWIRE』 points worth 100,000 yen - 『SONICWIRE』 points worth 30,000 yen - Marking its 15th year - More than 47,000,000 sound content items ## Why has window remodeling not caught on more widely? Free release of a research report comparing it with kitchens and toilets - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:33+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000068315.html - anchor: #n3832167 - Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社、住宅リフォーム推進協議会、日本サッシ協会 リクエスト株式会社 has released a free research report on the declining adoption rate of window remodeling. Comparing it with kitchens and toilets, the report analyzes differences in the flow of information from homeowners’ preferences through to construction, as well as the division of roles between builders and building-material distributors. Facts: - 980 companies and a cumulative 338,000 people - 45 pages in total - 1,175 people who have remodeled - A total of 364,448 applications nationwide - 54,893,100 private homes in 2023 - 56 publicly available documents ## x3d representative Konosuke Takeishi to hold “Practical AI Applications for Executives: Intensive Seminar” in Tokyo on Dec. 15, hosted by 日本経営合理化協会 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:08+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000114743.html - anchor: #n3832168 - Companies mentioned: x3d株式会社、日本経営合理化協会、JMCA、株式会社サイバーエージェント Konosuke Takeishi, representative of x3d株式会社, will serve as instructor for the “Practical AI Applications for Executives: Intensive Seminar,” hosted by 日本経営合理化協会 and held in Tokyo on Dec. 15, 2025. Facts: - Dec. 15, 2025 - 1名63,000円 - Held 6 times to date - A track record of corporate training for more than 2,000 companies ## A new creative culture born on social media! More than 1,000 entries submitted to the individually branded “Story Collage Exhibition”; all 10 awards decided - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:07+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000175258.html - anchor: #n3832169 - Companies mentioned: nene_hope_heart Winners of all 10 awards have been selected from more than 1,000 entries in the 4th Story Collage Exhibition, a creative event on Instagram hosted by the creative brand “nene_hope_heart.” The top award went to hutohua, and the event aims to foster the growth of creative culture through social media. Facts: - More than 1,000 works - Approximately 1,600 entries - All 10 awards - 5,000 yen worth - 500 to 5,000 yen worth ## A gathering of Tokyo’s Ōta ward’s advanced joining technologies: solve your challenges at a high-efficiency exhibition lasting just 3 hours—held at PiO PARK in Haneda Innovation City on Friday, Nov. 27 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000101693.html - anchor: #n3832171 - Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人大田区産業振興協会、ウイトコオブジュピター電通株式会社、株式会社エポゾール、株式会社大橋製作所、大森精密工業株式会社、株式会社サンライズ、株式会社品川測器製作所、株式会社シンシ、精発ばね工業株式会社、株式会社太陽イービーテック、株式会社玉川パイプ、株式会社東和製作所、株式会社日研工業所、花山産業株式会社、株式会社飯能製作所、有限会社柳井熔接工業所、株式会社友玉園セラミックス、株式会社豊樹脂、大田区産業振興協会 公益財団法人大田区産業振興協会 will hold “くっつき展” at PiO PARK in Haneda Innovation City on Nov. 27, 2026. Companies from 大田区 specializing in joining technologies such as welding and bonding will exhibit and help solve technical challenges. Facts: - Friday, Nov. 27, 2026 - 14th installment ## ONLINE FACE wins Gold and the top category rating, “Best of Category,” at the international business awards “Globee® Awards for Impact 2026”!! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:50:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000116987.html - anchor: #n3832170 - Companies mentioned: ONLINE FACE株式会社、Amazon、Google、Microsoft、Meta、Oracle、Salesforce、Visa、JPMorgan Chase、Anthropic、警察庁、国土交通省、厚生労働省、自動車事故対策機構、NASVA ONLINE FACE株式会社’s AI identity-verification e-learning system, “ONLINE FACE®,” won gold and the highest rating in its category for fraud prevention and online identity verification at the international business awards “Globee® Awards for Impact 2026.” Facts: - 2003 - More than 20 years - 19th - 36,260 cases in total - 8.50 points or higher - 7.75 points or higher - 7.00 points or higher - More than 1 million cumulatively - More than 1,200 ## [Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Support] Former Japan national soccer team players gather in Kumamoto and Yatsushiro! 2 days of bringing dreams and hope to children - Published: 2026-11-11T10:49:57+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194457.html - anchor: #n3832172 - Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人八代青年会議所、NPO法人ユアアクション、一般社団法人宇城青年会議所、日本財団 HEROsプロジェクト Organized by NPO法人ユアアクション, 一般社団法人八代青年会議所 will hold “Kumamoto Recovery Support FD Special Match × Yatsushiro Sports EXPO2026” at the Prefectural Yatsushiro Sports Park on November 21 and 22, 2026. Former Japan national soccer team players and others will gather for soccer clinics for children, a special match and various sports experience events, supporting recovery from the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake and revitalizing the region. Facts: - 2026年11月21日（土）・22日（日） - Participation fee: Free ## Get meat for free if you’re lucky!? “Dice Double Challenge” launches Nov. 12 at Gyutan Ushisuke Kichijoji - Published: 2026-11-11T10:47:17+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000033621.html - anchor: #n3832173 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社With Pet Family、牛たんうしすけ 吉祥寺店 牛たんうしすけ 吉祥寺店, operated by 株式会社With Pet Family, will run a campaign on weekdays from November 12 to 30, 2026. Customers who roll matching numbers on a die when ordering can get selected drinks or meat for free. Facts: - Nov. 12, 2026 - Nov. 30 - 5 eligible drinks ## A new Japanese-Western hybrid dessert combining dorayaki, pudding and financier! A warm treat perfect for winter, created by a French chef, available at “THE LIVELY 大阪本町” from Dec. 1 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:45:00+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000541.000007264.html - anchor: #n3831840 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社グローバルエージェンツ、LIVELY HOTELS、THE LIVELY 大阪本町、THE LIVELY BAR 大阪本町、THE LIVELY KITCHEN 大阪本町、ラ・シック、SOCIAL APARTMENT、.andwork、Sooo LIQUID THE LIVELY 大阪本町, operated by 株式会社グローバルエージェンツ, will begin serving “Dora Rinshe,” a winter-only dessert, on Dec. 1, 2026. The Japanese-Western hybrid dessert is created by a French chef and costs 1,400 yen, tax included. Facts: - 1,400 yen (tax included) - 15,800 yen (tax included) - 13 buildings - Approximately 1,200 rooms - Dec. 1, 2026 ## 博士.com to exhibit at “Sales & Marketing DXPO” | Advancing corporate video DX with AI video editing - Published: 2026-11-11T10:44:56+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000036279.html - anchor: #n3831841 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社博士.com、博士.com 株式会社博士.com will exhibit at “Sales & Marketing DXPO,” which opens at Ariake GYM-EX on November 19, 2026, presenting examples of using its AI video editing tool “Media Hakase” and its manual creation tool “Manual Hakase.” Facts: - Starting Thursday, November 19, 2026 - 9:30-17:30 ## A free lecture on poisonous mushrooms will be held with a speaker invited from 大阪市立自然史博物館!! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:44:42+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000662.000142065.html - anchor: #n3831842 - Companies mentioned: 奈良県、大阪市立自然史博物館 奈良県 will invite a speaker from 大阪市立自然史博物館 to give a free lecture on food poisoning caused by natural toxins, including poisonous mushrooms and pufferfish, at Nara Park Bus Terminal on December 20, Reiwa 8. Facts: - 200 people, first come, first served - Free admission ## Nishijin textile maker 髙島織物, founded 111 years ago, sponsors Kimonoist for the 3rd consecutive year - Published: 2026-11-11T10:43:21+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000168355.html - anchor: #n3831843 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社やしま、株式会社髙島織物、アートユニ Nishijin textile maker 髙島織物, founded 111 years ago, sponsored “Kimonoist 2026,” an award that showcases kimono as contemporary fashion, for the 3rd consecutive year. Award recipient Sumire wore a collaborative kimono with designer Jotaro Saito and an obi from the company’s flagship brand, “青銅箔.” Facts: - 111 years in business - Sponsoring for the 3rd consecutive year - Founded in 1915 (Taisho 4) - Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026 ## Marriage consultation service “ナレソメ予備校,” with more than 4,000 couples married to date, holds its 9th marriage celebration party, “Naresome Fes”; more than 260 people gather - Published: 2026-11-11T10:42:56+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000154626.html - anchor: #n3831844 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナレソメ、ナレソメ予備校、イトナミ、株式会社すんで、株式会社KINUJO、株式会社デコルテ、デコルテスタジオグループ、Amazon 株式会社ナレソメ held “ナレソメFes202610,” the 9th marriage celebration party run by the marriage consultation service ナレソメ予備校, which has seen more than 4,000 couples marry to date, on October 12, 2026, with more than 260 people attending. Sponsors 株式会社すんで, 株式会社KINUJO and 株式会社デコルテ took part in the event, which aimed to support couples after marriage and deepen their relationships. Facts: - 9th round - More than 260 people in total - 39 people took part - About 20% - Past 5 years - Sponsored by 3 companies - 1,630 couples marry each year - 214 married couples gathered from across Japan - We have produced more than 250,000 “wedding ceremonies to capture” to date - 26 locations nationwide - Each location stocks more than 200 dresses and traditional Japanese outfits - 30% OFF coupon for the official store ## [Niigata, Gosen] “GOSEN KNIT FES 2026,” a tour of knitwear factories, to be held Nov. 21 and 22; highlights announced, including BEAMS PLUS Limited Store - Published: 2026-11-11T10:42:32+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000131938.html - anchor: #n3831845 - Companies mentioned: GOSEN KNIT FES 実行委員会、BEAMS PLUS Limited Store、有限会社桜井メリヤス工場、高橋ニット株式会社、有限会社サイフク、BEAMS PLUS、(株)ウメダニット、横正機業場、割烹文福、サンクミル、ナック、五泉織物工業協同組合、NAMICS、TGC NIIGATA 2026 by TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION、an/eddy（アンエディ）、文化服装学院、新潟県立五泉特別支援学校村松分校、新潟県立五泉高等学校、栄軒、mokmög、パティスリーありがとう。 The second round of information about “GOSEN KNIT FES 2026,” a knitwear factory open-house event to be held in Gosen, Niigata Prefecture, on November 21 and 22, 2026, includes a pop-up store by BEAMS PLUS, an official bus tour, a display of TGC outfits by Chihiro Hasunuma and a digital stamp rally. Facts: - 2026年11月21日（土）・22日（日） - This event is being held for the 12th time this year - 3 locations in Harajuku, Marunouchi and Osaka - A small tour with a capacity of about 15 people - Admission: ¥500 ## AI “Management Checkup” launches, helping tax accountants uncover issues even company presidents have missed - Published: 2026-11-11T10:40:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000158942.html - anchor: #n3831849 - Companies mentioned: ランナーズ株式会社、税理士法人レディング、中小企業庁、日本マイクロソフト、ペンデル税理士法人、法政大学ビジネススクール ランナーズ株式会社 has launched “Management Checkup,” an AI tool co-developed with 税理士法人レディング. It identifies management issues based on financial statements and interviews, serving as a tool for tax accountants to provide management support in meetings with company presidents. Facts: - Oct. 20, 2026 - More than 50 employees - Annual sales of around 6 billion yen - Core business sales from 5.2 billion yen - 6.2 billion yen - Operating margin from 1.8% - Improved to 4.7% - Within 2 and a half years of taking office - Capital: ¥3 million ## 【大学1〜3年生・院生対象】私立学校教員キャリアフェア2028東京(小中高)を株式会社ブレインアカデミーが開催 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:40:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000194249.html - anchor: #n3831848 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブレインアカデミー、教員採用.jp、学校採用.jp 株式会社ブレインアカデミー will hold the “Private School Teacher Career Fair 2028 Tokyo” for 1st–3rd-year university students and graduate students at Shinjuku L Tower on December 6, 2026. Facts: - Private School Teacher Career Fair 2028 - Dec. 6, 2026 (Sun.) - 10:30〜16:00 - 30th floor, Shinjuku L Tower - 1st–3rd-year university students - 8 sessions in total - Capacity: 50 people per session - Established: 2003-09-18 ## Hard work isn’t paying off because of “ability.” The habit shared by 3000 successful people: “deliberately doing the opposite” — Toshiharu Yamaguchi’s “Why Do Successful People Insist on This ‘One Habit’?” on sale today - Published: 2026-11-11T10:40:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000165933.html - anchor: #n3831847 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社未来、SBクリエイティブ、Amazon The first book by Toshiharu Yamaguchi, representative director of 株式会社未来, “Why Do Successful People Insist on This ‘One Habit’?,” went on sale on November 11, 2026. Drawing on cognitive science and interviews with 3000 successful people, the book proposes a way to break free from blind spots caused by assumptions through the habit of “deliberately doing the opposite.” Facts: - 3000 successful people - Nov. 11, 2026 - Took 1st place - 400 million yen in losses - Established 株式会社未来 in 2008 - Launched the fermented beauty serum “I'm PINCH” in 2009 - The series has generated 40 billion yen in cumulative sales - More than 100,000 copies sold cumulatively - List price: 1,760 yen - 264 pages - Capital: 10 million yen ## [Patisserie & Cafe DEL'IMMO] Seasonal food menu now available, celebrating the flavors of autumn! New carefully crafted pasta dishes featuring chestnuts, sweet potatoes, salmon and mushrooms - Published: 2026-11-11T10:40:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000029352.html - anchor: #n3831846 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブロードエッジ・アドバイザーズ、パティスリー＆カフェ デリーモ、大丸東京店、株式会社グローバルダイニング、渋谷フランセ、辻製菓専門学校、デルレイ 株式会社ブロードエッジ・アドバイザーズが運営する「パティスリー＆カフェ デリーモ」は、2026年10月15日より秋の季節限定パスタ3種を発売する。 Facts: - Starting Oct. 15, 2026 - 3 fall food menu items - 2,112 yen per item, tax included - 2,002 yen per item, tax included - 2,013 yen per item, tax included - The channel has more than 410,000 subscribers ## Launches Amazon store acquisition consultation service; businesses with annual sales from 5 million yen eligible, with the assessed value paid in full - Published: 2026-11-11T10:33:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000177649.html - anchor: #n3831850 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社Alphatique、Amazon、楽天、フリー株式会社 株式会社Alphatique has opened a consultation service for the acquisition of Amazon stores. It targets businesses with annual sales of 5 million yen to 100 million yen, with no brokerage fee and the full assessed value paid to the seller. Facts: - We will provide a formal valuation within 1 week - As little as 1 month - Businesses with annual sales of 5 million yen to 100 million yen - We will send an estimate within 1 business day ## Turning the appeal of work that job postings can't convey into drama. CLIPS launches Shigodra, a vertical short-drama service supporting corporate recruitment - Published: 2026-11-11T10:32:14+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000163380.html - anchor: #n3831851 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社CLIPS、株式会社アートブレーンカンパニー、株式会社LIVEUP 株式会社CLIPS has launched Shigodra, a vertical short-drama service supporting corporate recruitment. The first production, created to support recruitment at 株式会社アートブレーンカンパニー, was released on November 8, 2026. Facts: - Nov. 8, 2026 ## “Shimada LUMI LINK,” illuminating winter in Shizuoka Prefecture's 島田市, opens November 20! A variety of experiences, including Japan's first public showing of cube-shaped projection mapping and a town-wide puzzle hunt - Published: 2026-11-11T10:32:11+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000161903.html - anchor: #n3831852 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社リバティー、島田市 An overview of “Shimada LUMI LINK,” a winter illumination event to be held in 島田市, Shizuoka Prefecture, from November 20, 2026, to January 31, 2027. The event will feature a variety of attractions, including Japan's first public showing of cube-shaped projection mapping, a puzzle-solving event using LINE, and a Christmas market, with the aim of bringing vibrancy to the town center. Facts: - From Friday, November 20, 2026 - Until Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027 - Approximately 40 stores are expected to participate - Stage events by around 3–5 groups are also planned ## Imo Fest! IN Nagoya Keirin set for November 28, 2026! Vendors also announced - Published: 2026-11-11T10:31:30+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000117850.html - anchor: #n3831853 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロト It was announced that “Imo Fest!,” a popular food event in the Tokai region, will be held at Nagoya Keirin on November 28, 2026. Admission is free, and proceeds will be paid as wages to users of facilities for people with disabilities operated by 株式会社ロト. Facts: - Over 530,000 people in total - 12 stores - 10：00～16：00 ## NISSHA introduces industry-government-academia collaboration efforts to U.S. and Japanese government and business leaders at medical R&D hub at Vanderbilt University - Published: 2026-11-11T10:31:04+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000025377.html - anchor: #n3831854 - Companies mentioned: NISSHA株式会社、Nissha Medical Technologies、NMT Nissha Medical Technologies (NMT), the medical device CDMO division of NISSHA株式会社, hosted a special tour of “The Hub by Nissha Medical Technologies,” its research and development facility at Vanderbilt University, during the U.S.-held annual Japan-U.S. meeting “SEUS/Japan.” The tour introduced industry-government-academia collaboration efforts to approximately 70 government and business leaders. Facts: - 2026 Southeast U.S./Japan Annual Joint Meeting - For approximately 50 years - Approximately 70 people ## [TAC] Preparation course for the Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination launches at Shinjuku campus on December 19, supporting both the current syllabus and the new syllabus planned for spring 2027 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:37+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003194.000021078.html - anchor: #n3831855 - Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、経済産業省 TAC株式会社 will launch a preparation course for the Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination at its Shinjuku campus on December 19, also covering the new syllabus for spring 2027. Free trial classes will be available. Facts: - Starting Saturday, December 19, 2026 - Aiming to pass the spring 2027 examination - 24 sessions in total - Generally 165 minutes per session - Study period: 3 months - ￥44,000～ ## [Dexerials] “Dexerials Integrated Report 2026” published - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:33+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000064805.html - anchor: #n3831856 - Companies mentioned: デクセリアルズ株式会社 デクセリアルズ株式会社 has published its “Dexerials Integrated Report 2026” on its corporate website. The English version is scheduled for release in late December. Facts: - Dexerials Integrated Report 2026 - Since 2019 - Medium-Term Management Plan 2028 - Announced in May 2026 - Scheduled for release in late December - Established: June 20, 2012 ## Limited-edition prizes from “Mickey's Christmas Carol” are here! “Mickey's Christmas Carol Plush Vol. 1–2,” recreating outfits from the film, available at モーリーファンタジー and PALO starting Friday, November 20 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:07+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001385.000060567.html - anchor: #n3831857 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社イオンファンタジー、モーリーファンタジー、PALO、PRIZE SPOT PALO、クレーン横丁、Feedy Arcade、モーリーオンライン 株式会社イオンファンタジー will offer limited-edition plush prizes (Vol. 1–2) themed around Disney's “Mickey's Christmas Carol” at amusement facilities including モーリーファンタジー and PALO starting November 20. A social media campaign will also be held. Facts: - From Friday, November 20 - 8 types in total - All 4 types - Approximately 15 cm tall - Approximately 8 cm wide - Approximately 7 cm deep - 3 people each - Play points 500MP ## Niigata-based IT company TryTree launches “Try! Azerbaijan Connect,” connecting Japanese travelers with local Azerbaijani partners who speak Japanese; seeks partners for referrals and local market entry - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193861.html - anchor: #n3831898 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社TryTree、Yapon.az 株式会社TryTree launched “Try! Azerbaijan Connect,” a platform for booking experiences that connects Japanese travelers in Azerbaijan with Japanese speakers, on October 1, 2026. It is seeking referral partners and companies interested in expanding into the local market. Facts: - Oct. 1, 2026 - We currently offer 7 experience plans - A 2-hour stroll through the old town - From 9,600 yen - Capital: 20 million yen - Number of employees: 140 ## Large economic delegation of more than 30 people from Washington State, a U.S. leader in hydrogen and clean energy collaboration, visits Japan - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194425.html - anchor: #n3831897 - Companies mentioned: Association of Washington Business、太平洋北西部水素ハブ、PNWH2、三菱重工業、MHI Hydrogen Infrastructure、日本水素フォーラム、JH2F、アマゾン、ボーイング、マイクロソフト、アラスカ航空 A delegation of more than 30 people from Washington State visited Japan and held meetings with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and 三菱重工業, among others, to strengthen Japan-U.S. collaboration in hydrogen and clean energy and deepen trade ties. Facts: - More than 30 people - 11 billion dollars annually - (approximately 1.65 trillion yen) - 25,000 jobs in the state ## Giving a helping hand in daily life and memorable experiences. “Kotogift” launches crowdfunding on CAMPFIRE - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194432.html - anchor: #n3831896 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社kanshas.jp、CAMPFIRE、株式会社ｋａｎｓｈａｓ．ｊｐ 株式会社kanshas.jp launched a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE on November 11, 2026, to bring “Kotogift,” which offers practical help and experiences as gifts, to life. The fundraising goal is 1.5 million yen. Facts: - The fundraising goal is 1.5 million yen - We launched a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - Support from 3,000 yen ## 衣株式会社 officially launches “Nobori,” combining landing pages, forms, websites, CMS, customer service, and scenarios in one; all can be created with Claude or ChatGPT - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000187312.html - anchor: #n3831895 - Companies mentioned: 衣株式会社、Claude、ChatGPT、Claude Code、Codex、Gemini CLI 衣株式会社は2026年11月11日、LP・フォーム・サイト・CMS・接客・シナリオを1つの画面で管理でき、ClaudeやChatGPTなどのAIを活用して作成・修正可能なサービス「Nobori」の正式提供を開始した。 Facts: - Nov. 11, 2026 - Capital: 5.8 million yen - 12 types of questions - 52 examples - 44 LP examples - Lite: 1,100 yen per month - Standard: 2,750 yen per month - Business: 6,600 yen per month ## ZEAL.TEAM makes first appearance at Truck Festa 2026, connecting with many visitors from children to industry professionals - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000192479.html - anchor: #n3831894 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ZEAL.TEAM、ZEAL.TEAM、株式会社トラックファイブ、トラックファイブ、株式会社LIMA TRUCKS、LIMA TRUCKS、リマトラックス、大阪府トラック協会 株式会社ZEAL.TEAM made its first appearance at Truck Festa 2026, held on November 1, 2026, at Hamadera Park in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture. Of the approximately 32,000 visitors, about 1,380 visited the company's booth. Facts: - Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 - 32,100 people attended - About 1,380 people visited the booth - About 460 children took part in the hands-on activities - 560 original merchandise items were also distributed ## Bringing senior monitoring to rental housing, starting with just 1 unit. Kumamoto-based Hanako launches a service for landlords and real estate companies - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000194381.html - anchor: #n3831893 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社HA-Na-Ko、Hanako 株式会社HA-Na-Ko has launched an information page for apartment owners, real estate companies, and property management companies about adopting its senior monitoring service, Hanako, in Kumamoto City. The service can be installed in existing rental housing starting with just 1 unit, and uses sensors—not cameras—to monitor residents' daily lives. Facts: - Initial fee: 13,600 yen - 2,980 yen per month ## A day of learning and networking to sharpen business judgment. Re-Antique co-hosts Reuse Fest 2027 at Korakuen Hall on November 25 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000079929.html - anchor: #n3831892 - Companies mentioned: リ・アンティーク株式会社、株式会社ワサビ、株式会社ワサビテックコンサルタント、株式会社トリアイナ、株式会社さすがや、株式会社LUCE、株式会社スタンディングポイント、株式会社ベクトル、株式会社REGATE、バリュエンスジャパン株式会社、株式会社買取王国、イーベイ・ジャパン株式会社、ブックオフグループホールディングス株式会社、株式会社コメ兵、株式会社ハードオフコーポレーション、合同会社along、質KONDO リ・アンティーク株式会社 will co-host Reuse Fest 2027 with 株式会社ワサビ at Korakuen Hall on November 25, 2026. The event aims to improve business decision-making and foster connections among reuse businesses through sessions featuring executives from companies such as Bookoff and Hardoff, as well as exhibitor booths. Facts: - Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026 - More than 5,000 people have participated to date - 25 companies are expected to exhibit - More than 20 years in the pawnshop and purchasing business - More than 300,000 items appraised and evaluated to date - 株式会社ワサビ has held the event since 2019 ## nexana株式会社 officially launches Cliplista, an app for easily saving and sharing places you want to visit found on Instagram and Googleマップ, for iOS and Android - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000194201.html - anchor: #n3831891 - Companies mentioned: nexana株式会社、Instagram、Googleマップ nexana株式会社 has officially released the iOS and Android versions of Cliplista, a private social networking app for saving and sharing places you want to visit that users find on Instagram, Googleマップ, and other services. ## Free to attend: San'in Region High Value-Added Tourism Seminar to be held in Tottori City on Thursday, December 17. Practitioners from Daisen, Tsuwano, and northern Kyoto Prefecture to speak - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000155631.html - anchor: #n3831890 - Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本アドベンチャーツーリズム協議会、JATO、ホテルモナーク鳥取、内閣府、日本ロングトレイル協会、環境省、一般社団法人 大山観光局、一般社団法人 津和野町観光協会、一般社団法人 京都府北部地域連携都市圏振興社、アルパインツアーサービス株式会社、SAN’INツーリズムマネージメント株式会社、株式会社JTB総合研究所 一般社団法人日本アドベンチャーツーリズム協議会 (JATO) will hold the San'in Region High Value-Added Tourism Seminar in Tottori City on December 17, 2026. Practitioners from Daisen, Tsuwano, and northern Kyoto Prefecture will speak and discuss building sustainable tourism destinations. Facts: - December 17, 2026 - Capacity: 80 people - Reception: 6,000 yen - 30 years in the tourism industry ## Human Resources Placement Tools カオスマップ 2026 updated with a November edition | AI-native CRM for recruitment agencies already emerging overseas; Japan-U.S. comparative analysis report added - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000184827.html - anchor: #n3831889 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社エボルグ、Empro、L reach COMPASS、Spott、Bullhorn、Contrario、PR Newswire、Moonhub、TechCrunch、Mercor、Forbes、Dealroom、Metaview、GV、Google Ventures、SiliconANGLE、Zoom、BrightHire、Base10 Partners、Balderton Capital、PORTERS、MatchinGood、Crowd Agent、circusAGENT、リクナビNEXT エージェントNetwork、マ、ChatGPT、Claude、Gemini 株式会社エボルグ has updated the November edition of its Human Resources Placement Tools カオスマップ 2026, which maps 30 business tools for recruitment agencies. It has added a Japan-U.S. comparative analysis report and created a new category for AI-native CRM/ATS, featuring Spott and Bullhorn. Facts: - About 449 billion yen - +8% year over year - About 30,000 - About 70% - 10 or fewer employees - 30 services - 6 areas - LinkedIn: about 270 million people - About 4.9 million people - 約55分の1 - Average: 21.2% - Typically 15%–25% of annual salary - The going rate is 30%–35% of annual salary - Annualized revenue of $6 million - More than $1 million paid to recruiters - Raised $35 million - More than 3,000 client companies - Valued at $20 billion - More than 90% of revenue - 10,000 client companies - Recommendations increased by 51% - Fill rate improved by 22% - More than 100 million times a year - More than 60 million records of completed transactions - $3.2 million seed round - $21 million Series A - $24.2 million raised to date ## Cats dressed as Santa and reindeer gather for BROWN TABBY's Christmas limited editions: Kijitora Noel and Cat Santa Family Set - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000176053.html - anchor: #n3831888 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポルテ・ボヌール、BROWN TABBY、マルコナ、ヴァローナ社、ガーナ BROWN TABBY, a baked-goods specialty shop operated by 株式会社ポルテ・ボヌール, is releasing cat-themed limited-edition sweets for the 2026 Christmas season, including the Cat Santa Family Set and Kijitora Noel. In November, the shop will also relaunch its Ensemble cookie tin and introduce the new Cat Bottlers series. Facts: - Price: 5,680 yen (tax included) and up - Price: ¥3,980 (tax included) - Price: 590 yen (tax included) - Early reservation discount (10% off) - 5 financiers - 6 types in total - During the period through Sunday, November 30 - Relaunch date: Sunday, November 1, 2026 ## Putting a management-minded right hand in charge of Amazon strategy: Launch of buca, a tool for analyzing Amazon ads through the 3C framework - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000091132.html - anchor: #n3831887 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社バイタイム、bytime Inc. 株式会社バイタイム launched buca on November 11, 2026, a tool that analyzes Amazon ads through the 3C framework: company, competitors, and customers. Facts: - Available starting November 11, 2026 - Bringing 3 perspectives together on 1 screen - The taboo survey of 1,000 advertisers - 1,098 people - At 78.0% - Was 27.6% - Was 30.0% ## Can you tell “ヒトコブ” and “フタコブ” apart by taste? 株式会社健康BASE offers a camel milk taste test at Business Chance EXPO in TOKYO 2026 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000157805.html - anchor: #n3831886 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社健康BASE、健康BASE、東京商工会議所、東洋大学、東京ビッグサイト 株式会社健康BASE will exhibit at “Business Chance EXPO in TOKYO,” held at 東京ビッグサイト on Nov. 25 and 26, 2026, and offer visitors a side-by-side tasting of “WangYuan” milk powder made from UAE dromedary camels and Bactrian camels from China’s Altai Mountains. Facts: - 2026年11月25日（水）・26日（木） - Booth (F-013) - Local gyms in 54 countries worldwide - Production sites in 6 countries worldwide - For the first 200 people - For just 10 companies - 7 varieties of Bactrian camel - 6 varieties of dromedary camel - A total of 13 varieties of camel milk powder - Contract signing date: July 24, 2026 - Research period: June 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 ## For Amazon and Rakuten marketplace sellers | Essential knowledge and strategic guide to improving product pages to rank higher in marketplace searches [November 2026 edition] - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000193675.html - anchor: #n3831885 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社BigFly、Amazon、楽天市場、モニター調査ラボ 株式会社BigFly has released a free November 2026 edition report, “Marketplace Search: Fundamentals and Strategies,” for sellers on Amazon and 楽天市場. The report covers factors that affect search rankings and includes a checklist for improving product pages. It is intended for e-commerce operations managers and new product managers. Facts: - 23 pages in total - Nov. 2026 edition - Up to 75 characters - 3 or more - 20 items - Established in August 2023 ## [Exhibition] Nitto to showcase 3 models of its NEXS commercial carts at Smart Factory Japan 2026 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000113947.html - anchor: #n3831884 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社日東、日刊工業新聞社 株式会社日東 will exhibit at “Smart Factory Japan 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing 3 models (PRO, Duo and AIR) from its NEXS commercial cart series. Facts: - Nov. 18, 2026 - 20 - 3 models - Load capacity: 250 kg - 1,100×1,100 mm - Load capacity: 100 kg - Weight: approximately 680 g - Load capacity: 50 kg - Admission: 1,000 yen ## For logistics companies | Report on how to implement AI in quotation operations [November 2026 edition] - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000169819.html - anchor: #n3831883 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社AIworker、国土交通省、日本銀行、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構（IPA） 株式会社AIworker has released a free November 2026 edition report on implementing AI in quotation operations for the logistics industry. Against the backdrop of fare revisions by 国土交通省 and labor shortages, the report proposes organizing conditions by shipper and improving efficiency through the use of AI. Facts: - While raising rates by an average of approximately 8% - While 74% of operators are negotiating freight rates - Only 53% of operators are generally receiving rates on par with the standard rates - The employment conditions DI stands at minus 56 points - Dividing quotation operations into 6 steps - 3-month implementation plan - 11 pages in total ## In a town of sunflowers with a population of approximately 1,600, children’s designs are turned into capsule toys made entirely in 北竜町! — Yukine, Snow Miku’s pet, collaborates with 元気ショップいこ〜る, with sales set for February 2027 — - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000170467.html - anchor: #n3831882 - Companies mentioned: 北竜町、ひまリエ、元気ショップいこ〜る、一般社団法人札幌市手をつなぐ育成会、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、ウイングベイ小樽、Domingo（ドミンゴ）、JISTO（ジスト）、北海道医療センター、北海道済生会、きっずてらす ひまリエ, a digital manufacturing hub in 北竜町, has launched a project in cooperation with 元気ショップいこ〜る, operated by 一般社団法人札幌市手をつなぐ育成会, and Crypton Future Media to sell capsule toys featuring Rabbit Yukine, Snow Miku’s pet character designed by local children, in February 2027. Facts: - Population: approximately 1,600 - Feb. 2027 - Oct. 24, 2026 - Participants: 10 design contributors - 5 adult support volunteers - More than 170 disability support facilities nationwide ## スターツ陸上競技部 and R×L（アールエル） launch a collaboration as “co-creation partners.” Combining athletes’ feedback with manufacturing expertise, they will support every runner’s pursuit of their goals from the ground up. - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000058701.html - anchor: #n3831881 - Companies mentioned: 武田レッグウェアー株式会社、R×L（アールエル）、スターツ陸上競技部、資生堂ランニングクラブ、筑波大学男子駅伝、スターツグループ 武田レッグウェアー株式会社’s sports brand R×L began a partnership with スターツ陸上競技部 as co-creation partners in May 2026. The initiative combines athletes’ feedback with product development expertise. As a first step, footage from the competition field will be released in November 2026. Facts: - May 2026 - Nov. 2026 - 2000 - 1982 - 1997 - Competed for 4 consecutive years - 2nd place - For the first time in 26 years - 2020 - April 2024 ## Toho Bank adopts MylogStar and RunDX in preparation for the zero-trust era, integrating log management for approximately 3,000 devices and strengthening control of approximately 700 devices - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000149462.html - anchor: #n3831880 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラネクシー、株式会社東邦銀行 株式会社ラネクシー announced that 株式会社東邦銀行 has adopted its in-house-developed PC activity log management software, MylogStar Enterprise, and device control software, RunDX DeviceControl. The adoption has enabled integrated log management for approximately 3,000 devices and enhanced control of approximately 700 devices. Facts: - For approximately 20 years - Approximately 3,000 devices ## [Physically blocks information leak risks] MayumiS, a completely offline voice translator requiring no cloud or internet connection, launches. Robustly supports corporate confidentiality and multilingual services at government and municipal offices - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000038509.html - anchor: #n3831879 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社さくらネット、Amazon公式ストア、楽天市場公式ショップ、Yahoo!ショッピング公式ストア 株式会社さくらネット has begun full-scale domestic sales of MayumiS, a completely offline voice translator that does not use cloud communications. Equipped with a physically isolated structure and automatic log deletion, it supports corporate confidentiality and multilingual services at government offices. Facts: - Supports 17 major world languages - “Absolutely 0 yen” in communication and update fees - Large 5.0-inch display - Memory: 16GB (ROM) - Battery capacity: 2000mAh ## Heart, maker of organic bedding, has thought about “washing,” too. Launching 3 products in the new SaFo CARE laundry care series - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000088060.html - anchor: #n3831878 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハート、SaFo 株式会社ハート will launch 3 products in the new SaFo CARE laundry care series (Daily Wash, Deep Wash and Delicate Wash), tailored to different laundry needs, under its organic bedding brand SaFo from late October 2026. Facts: - Late Oct. 2026 - 3 types - 550 yen (tax included) - ¥2,640 (tax included) - 1,980 yen (tax included) - 3,630 yen (tax included) - Since its founding in 1988 ## [AMI PHOTO] Corporate photography requests exceed the previous year’s level for 13 consecutive months; October up 50.1% year over year - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000015259.html - anchor: #n3831877 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社aMi 株式会社aMi announced the results of its review of AMI PHOTO, a photography matching platform for businesses, covering October 2025 through October 2026. Results exceeded the same month of the previous year for 13 consecutive months, with October 2026 recording a 50.1% year-over-year increase. Facts: - Exceeded the previous year’s level in all 13 months - Of the photography bookings made through automatic matching, 79.7% were confirmed within 24 hours - The number of cities, wards, towns and villages with completed photography assignments has increased to approximately 1.24 times the previous year’s level ## “When it comes to money, start with あいマネ.” Launch of あいマネ, a financial information site that clearly explains questions about NISA, iDeCo, home loans and insurance - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000153760.html - anchor: #n3831876 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイ・エフ・クリエイト、国税庁、金融庁、日本年金機構 株式会社アイ・エフ・クリエイト launched あいマネ, a financial information site, on Nov. 5, 2026. The site explains questions about NISA, iDeCo and home loans through 60-second videos and seminar videos, and offers simulation tools and free consultations with financial planners. Facts: - Nov. 5, 2026 - 60-second short videos - Approximately 30-minute seminar video - More than 400 videos available - More than 400 60-second videos across 10 themes - The new NISA launched in 2024 - A review of the iDeCo contribution limits is scheduled for December 2026, among other changes - Since its launch in 2012 - Used by approximately 1 million people to date - Established in 2001 ## For thermal power and in-house power generation | Practical guide to remote monitoring of power plants and how to choose a system [November 2026 Edition] - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000190769.html - anchor: #n3831875 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社中央構想研究所、NITE、経済産業省、内閣府、日本内燃力発電設備協会 株式会社中央構想研究所 has released the November 2026 edition of its free practical guide to remote monitoring of power plants for thermal power and in-house power generation, “Practical Guide to Remote Monitoring of Power Plants and How to Choose a System.” It explains the scope of the applicable regulations based on revisions to the Technical Standards for Electrical Equipment and guidelines from 経済産業省, trends in the use of robots and drones based on a NITE survey, and monitoring requirements for each power generation method. Facts: - 35 pages in total - Took effect in April 2021 - Of the 22 thermal power generation companies - 12 companies - In 2026–2030 - In Chapter 7 - Gas turbines with an output of 10,000 kW or more ## Special website launched for the database of companies related to the “Defense” sector, one of the 17 strategic fields | Demand ripple map visualizes the processes and materials that support the manufacture, testing and maintenance of defense equipment - 株式会社Lister - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000085091.html - anchor: #n3831874 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lister、キーエンス 株式会社Lister has launched a special website for a database of companies related to “Defense,” one of the “17 strategic fields” targeted for priority investment by the Japanese government. The site provides a “demand ripple map” that visualizes equipment such as naval vessels and aircraft, related machinery and parts, and processes from machining to inspection. It helps business planners in the manufacturing industry, financial institutions and others explore connections with the defense industry. Facts: - 17 strategic sectors - Organizes demand into 33 categories ## 【ラーメン魁力屋】餃子が何人前でも半額の159円(税込)！クーポンなしで誰でもOK！「餃子半額祭」を2026年11月17日(火)より開催！ - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000185678.html - anchor: #n3831873 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社SAKIGAKEホールディングス、株式会社魁力屋、京都北白川ラーメン魁力屋、ラーメン魁力屋、三田製麺所、札幌みその 株式会社魁力屋 will hold its “Half-Price Gyoza Festival” starting November 17, 2026, offering gyoza at half price, 159 yen (tax included), with a ramen order. Its parent company is 株式会社SAKIGAKEホールディングス. Facts: - Half price: 159 yen (tax included) - Regular price: 319 yen (tax included) - Half price: 145 yen (159 yen including tax) - 197 stores nationwide - 295 stores in Japan and overseas - Capital: 925.16 million yen ## “Clearer Japanese voices.” JESIMAIK launches the TK01 series of wireless microphones featuring Japanese-specific EQ and 2-stage AI noise reduction - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000111166.html - anchor: #n3831872 - Companies mentioned: JESIMAIK、YINO Electronic Commerce Co., Limited JESIMAIK has launched the TK01 and TK01 Lite wireless lavalier microphones, featuring Japanese-specific EQ and 2-stage AI noise reduction. They support plug-and-play use without a dedicated app, and the transmitter has a button for recording. Facts: - Weighs just approximately 14.5 g - Suppresses more than 90% of typical background noise - Supports high-quality 24-bit/48-kHz recording - The transmitter alone provides approximately 6 hours of continuous use - Total usage time reaches up to approximately 39 hours - When used with the 1,000 mAh charging case - Maximum transmission distance: approximately 100 m - S/N ratio: 75 dB ## Official app from outdoor brand “WAQ” surpasses 25,000 total downloads! Packed with convenient features, including points redemption and automatic warranty issuance - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000028853.html - anchor: #n3831871 - Companies mentioned: WAQ株式会社、WAQ、Amazon、楽天市場 WAQ株式会社 announced that total downloads of the “WAQ Official App,” released in December 2025, have surpassed 25,000. The app offers features including a points program, automatic warranty issuance and camping information. Facts: - 25,000 total downloads - Receive 1,000 points - Regular 2% rewards - Regular 1% points back - 2-year extended warranty certificate ## Capturing the golden pulse of autumn colors - DiaStar Original Skeleton - - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000028918.html - anchor: #n3831870 - Companies mentioned: スウォッチ グループ ジャパン株式会社、ラドー、DiaStar Original Skeleton ラドー has announced 2 new models of the DiaStar Original Skeleton, inspired by the colors of autumn and carrying forward the 1962 design. They feature Ceramos™ bezels in yellow gold and rose gold and are equipped with the R808 calibre, which offers a power reserve of up to 80 hours. Both models are priced at 404,800 yen (tax included). Facts: - Price: 404,800 yen (tax included) - Power reserve of up to 80 hours - Water-resistant to 10 bar (100 m) - Size: 38.0 x 45.0 x 11.9 mm ## Tomizawa Shoten opens a store at the long-established Kagoshima department store “山形屋” - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000083916.html - anchor: #n3831869 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社富澤商店、山形屋 株式会社富澤商店 announced that it will open a store at “山形屋,” a long-established department store in Kagoshima, on November 28, 2026. Facts: - Nov. 28, 2026 - 41.7㎡ - Approximately 2,800 SKUs ## [Survey on seniors’ attitudes] From “cooking everything from scratch” to “making smart use of both.” The current state of a manageable diet that prevents food waste in small households and supports healthy longevity - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000135585.html - anchor: #n3831868 - Companies mentioned: コスモヘルス株式会社、コスモラボ According to a report on eating habits among seniors conducted by コスモヘルス株式会社, many people aged 50 and older make home cooking their foundation while supplementing meals with frozen foods and prepared dishes, maintaining a manageable eating style. They are highly health-conscious and prioritize vegetables, protein and reduced salt, while also expressing strong preferences for easy-to-read packaging and long shelf life. Facts: - Valid responses: 2791 people - “I mainly cook from scratch, but sometimes use store-bought products” (60.7%) - “I make almost everything from scratch” (27.8%) - Valid responses: 2971 people - “Because they can be stored for a long time” (53.9%) - “Consume plenty of vegetables (dietary fiber)” (80.1%) - Capital: 100 million yen ## Add peace of mind to your travels. New travel-focused brand “tabi plus” launches its brand website and official Instagram account - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000111100.html - anchor: #n3831867 - Companies mentioned: スリーアール株式会社、スリーアールソリューション株式会社、スリーアールソフトウェア株式会社、スリーアールエナジー株式会社、株式会社SACDOTNET、スリーアールインベストメント株式会社、楽天市場 スリーアール株式会社 launched the brand website and official Instagram account for its new travel-focused brand “tabi plus” on November 1, 2026. The site features information on the main product, the foldable “Tabi Kettle,” including its features and sales record, as well as an overview of the group. Facts: - Launched on November 1, 2026 - Capacity: approximately 0.6 L - Price: 5,480 yen (tax and shipping included) - 1,138 reviews - Overall rating: 4.46 - More than 70,000 units sold across the series - More than 5,000 units sold per month ## After warming up, enjoy a hearty meal and winter sweets. 美楽温泉SPA-HERBS kicks off its “Winter Flavors Festival” in December! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000081054.html - anchor: #n3831866 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社BESTHERBS、Live kitchen 美楽亭、美楽温泉SPA-HERBS、ニフティ温泉 The in-house restaurant Live kitchen 美楽亭 at 美楽温泉SPA-HERBS will hold its winter limited-time “Winter Flavors Festival” from December 1, 2026, offering 4 new menu items. Facts: - Starting Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026 - Earned 1st place for 3 consecutive years - All 4 limited-edition new menu items - 1,404 yen (tax included) - 1,274 yen (tax included) - ¥600 (tax included) - Won 1st place for 6 consecutive years ## A popular Freeasy user meetup attended by research professionals｜Held under the theme “Updating Survey Questions: Understanding Trends by Industry and Department”【Dec. 10 (Thu.), from 17:00】 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000064613.html - anchor: #n3831865 - Companies mentioned: アイブリッジ株式会社、Aitria株式会社、株式会社マクロミル アイブリッジ株式会社 will hold a “Freeasy Research Academy” meetup at Shibuya Hikarie on December 10, 2026. The theme is survey question trends by industry and department, with Daisuke Sugawara of Aitria株式会社 as a guest. Facts: - More than 30,000 surveys conducted annually - From 17:00 on Thursday, December 10, 2026 - Capacity: 30 people ## 【群馬県前橋市】前橋スズラン百貨店の閉店売り尽くしセールに「たんす屋deバザール」が登場！11月11日（水）より19日間開催 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000075602.html - anchor: #n3831864 - Companies mentioned: たんす屋、前橋スズラン百貨店、株式会社紅輪、まるやま・京彩グループ Pre-owned kimono specialist たんす屋 will hold “Tansuya de Bazaar,” a special event at the closing sale of 前橋スズラン百貨店, which runs for 19 days from November 11. Items will be offered at special prices, including bolts of fabric from 550 yen, with some items up to 70% off. Facts: - Pre-owned fabric bolt: 550 yen (tax included) - 1点16,500円（税込）の対象商品 - 2 for 11,000 yen (tax included) - Up to 70% off ## A kotatsu just for winter. A beautiful kotatsu table set that doesn’t look like a kotatsu makes its debut. With 2 height settings and a reversible tabletop that changes its look, this versatile kotatsu is designed to be part of your home for years. - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000051129.html - anchor: #n3831863 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社エムール、EMOOR、エルテック、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、伊勢丹立川店 株式会社エムール began selling the “CLA'T 2WAY Reversible Kotatsu Set,” featuring 2 height settings and a reversible tabletop, on November 10, 2026. Facts: - Starting November 10, 2026 - Adjustable to 2 heights - High / height 60 cm - Low / height 40 cm - Approx. 120 × 60 × 40・60 cm - Table only: 40,000 yen - Kotatsu blanket set: 49,000–57,000 yen - Rated: AC 100V 600W - Load capacity: approx. 20 kg - Product weight: approx. 22.2 kg - Product development capabilities spanning more than 2,000 items at any given time - Capital: 45 million yen ## “Furinova,” a benefits program for IT freelancers, partners with Labol, which offers invoice-purchase factoring services - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000372.000000486.html - anchor: #n3831862 - Companies mentioned: ギークス株式会社、株式会社ラボル、GEECHS JOB ギークス株式会社 has partnered with Labol, which provides invoice-purchase factoring services, for “Furinova,” its benefits program for IT freelancers. Facts: - More than 50 services - More than 24,000 IT freelancers - Access to funding in as little as 30 minutes ## “Our dogs want to run to their hearts’ content, too!” An outdoor dog run of about 400 m² opens at a dog-friendly inn in Atami｜November 2026 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000751.000010207.html - anchor: #n3831861 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社リロバケーションズ、Relo Hotels＆Resorts、リロホテルズ＆リゾーツ、ゆるり熱海with DOGS、リロステイVILLA熱海 ゆるり熱海with DOGS, a dog-friendly accommodation facility operated by 株式会社リロバケーションズ, opened a new outdoor dog run of about 400 m² in November 2026. Facts: - About 400㎡ - Nov. 2026 - 20% OFF - 5% OFF - About 40 or more locations nationwide ## 【Korea’s No.1 fried chicken brand bb.q CHICKEN】The global flagship store featuring the latest “bb.q CHICKEN” model opens in Takadanobaba at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 11! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001968.000009215.html - anchor: #n3831860 - Companies mentioned: ワタミ株式会社、bb.q CHICKEN、Brand Stock A flagship store featuring the latest global model of the Korean No.1 fried chicken brand “bb.q CHICKEN,” operated by ワタミ株式会社, will open in Takadanobaba on November 11, 2026, with a campaign to follow. Facts: - Nov. 11, 2026 - First 50 customers - 930 yen - 1,030 yen - 1,230 yen ## Dance artists GANMI release “Reality vol.01,” a heartfelt album on which they took on songwriting, composition and production! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001983.000055377.html - anchor: #n3831859 - Companies mentioned: The Orchard Japan、GANMI Dance artists GANMI will release “Reality vol.01” on November 11, 2026, an album on which all members took on songwriting, composition and production. Facts: - 11 GANMI members - To be released on November 11, 2026 - 11 songs in total ## Watching Korean dramas led her to defect from North Korea!? A female defector reveals the surprising reality. Adult film actress Mahiro Yui: Why do fans in Chinese-speaking regions refer to her works by “number”? The story behind it. Rare footage of Antonio Inoki in North Korea to be shown publicly for the first time. - Published: 2026-11-11T10:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004224.000064643.html - anchor: #n3831858 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、AbemaTV,Inc.、ABEMA、YouTube、トッポギ侍、ラランド、ぱーてぃーちゃん On November 10, 2026, AbemaTV aired episode #4 of “Naokiman’s Urban Legends Talk Show SEASON4,” hosted by urban-legend YouTuber Naokiman. The North Korea feature explored how watching Korean dramas can lead people to defect, adult film actress Mahiro Yui’s Chinese fanbase, and footage of Antonio Inoki’s visit to North Korea, shown publicly for the first time. Facts: - With more than 4 million subscribers in total - With more than 350,000 subscribers - Defected with her family in 2016 at the age of 15 - Data indicating that about 90% are women - Visited North Korea 33 times since 1994 - The 2008 ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of North Korea’s founding - Marked its 10th anniversary since launch - Around 25 channels across a wide range of genres, broadcast 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - “ABEMA Premium” for 1,180 yen per month (tax included) - “Ad-Supported ABEMA Premium” for 680 yen per month (tax included) ## 【NEW OPEN】買取専科 四条大宮店 opened on Wednesday, November 11! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:23:29+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000143963.html - anchor: #n3831735 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社SENKA、買取専科 四条大宮店 買取専科 四条大宮店 opened in Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, on November 11. It buys precious metals, branded goods and more, and is running opening campaigns through November 30, including a guaranteed 1,000-yen purchase price for 5 accessories. Facts: - Wednesday, Nov. 11 - 5 items - 1,000 yen - Monday, Nov. 30 - 10:00～19:00 ## “Football Manager 27” launches today! Special commentary video featuring announcer Akihiro Nomura and manga artist Sumio Chida also released - Published: 2026-11-11T10:22:36+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007822.000005397.html - anchor: #n3831736 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、Sports Interactive、SEGA、Steam、Epic Games Store、Netflix、Apple Arcade 株式会社セガ launched “Football Manager 27,” a soccer club management simulation game for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac, Netflix and Apple Arcade, on November 11, 2026. The game features a special commentary video, enhanced tactical adjustment functions and a revamped training screen. Facts: - Nov. 11, 2026 - 7,990 yen (tax included) - Nov. 20, 2026 - 900 yen per month ## The Christmas Advent venue turns into Kis-My-Ft2 colors! “Tokyo Christmas Advent Sponsored by au PAY” opens the Ueno Park and Shinobazu Pond area on November 18 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:21:58+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000192190.html - anchor: #n3831737 - Companies mentioned: au PAY、株式会社第一通信社、株式会社サエキジャパン2、上野観光連盟、株式会社Mr.Weihnachtsmann、Kis-My-Ft2、LANDIC、柴田産業、KBC、QTnet、AEON MALL KASHIIHAMA “Tokyo Christmas Advent Sponsored by au PAY” opened at Ueno Hakamagoshi Square on November 6, and the Shinobazu Pond area will open on November 18. To mark the 15th anniversary of Kis-My-Ft2, the event will feature trees in the members’ colors, the group’s new song “Christmas Love,” and the sale of collaboration mugs from November 25. Facts: - Kis-My-Ft2, celebrating its 15th anniversary - The song title was officially announced on Tuesday, November 10 - Collaboration mugs go on sale Nov. 25 - Approximately 3 million visitors in 2025 ## MAGNOLIA WHITE JEWELRY launches the 2nd installment of its holiday collection, featuring 7 new jewelry designs｜An online-exclusive combination version of its bestseller “DAPHNE” chain necklace also launches on the same day - Published: 2026-11-11T10:21:29+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000042262.html - anchor: #n3831738 - Companies mentioned: TAKAMI HOLDINGS株式会社、TAKAMI BRIDAL、高見株式会社、MAGNOLIA WHITE JEWELRY、Couture Wedding Salon MAGNOLIA WHITE The jewelry brand MAGNOLIA WHITE JEWELRY, operated by TAKAMI HOLDINGS株式会社, will launch 7 new designs from its VECTOR and Dew series, along with an online-exclusive combination version of the DAPHNE chain necklace, as the 2nd installment of its holiday collection, starting Nov. 11. It will also hold an open showroom in Omotesando starting Nov. 3. Facts: - From Wednesday, Nov. 11 - ¥396,000 - Platinum (¥330,000) - ¥330,000 K18YG/diamond (0.20ct) - Platinum (¥308,000) - ¥143,000 K18YG/diamond (0.15ct) - ¥198,000 K18YG/diamond (0.15ct) - Platinum (¥187,000) - Charm only (¥165,000) - ¥671,000 (41cm) - ¥275,000 (15cm) - ¥132,000 - ¥198,000 K10 - K18 (¥440,000) - DATE｜2026年11月3日（火・祝）〜12月末 ## You can do the job, but English holds you back. Take the English you’ve learned all the way to speaking and writing. The iPhone version of “Marugoto Business English” is now available - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:11+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000129878.html - anchor: #n3831739 - Companies mentioned: Axcxept株式会社、Apple Inc.、アイホン株式会社、ETS、Hugging Face Axcxept株式会社 released its English-learning app “Marugoto Business English” for iPhone on the App Store on Nov. 7, 2026. The app offers AI-powered conversation and writing practice for working professionals who use English on the job. To celebrate the launch, free PRO plan codes will be distributed to the first 500 people. Facts: - Nov. 7, 2026 - First 500 people - PRO annual plan: ¥24,800 (tax included) - 149 news articles - 60 mini-stories - 16 novels - 538 chapters - 25 models, including LLMs - Since Oct. 2023 - Standard: ¥1,980 per month ## 株式会社OKnet launches “Digital Risk Management,” a service to address negative search results - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000192827.html - anchor: #n3831752 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社OKnet、OKnet、Google、食べログ、エキテン、Yahoo!口コミ 株式会社OKnet has launched its “Digital Risk Management” service to help address negative search results. It combines measures targeting search suggestions and related keywords with support for filing requests to remove low-rated reviews in accordance with Google policies. Pricing starts at ¥50,000 (before tax). Facts: - 99% customer satisfaction with consultations - ¥50,000– - Search suggestion countermeasures: approximately 1–3 months - Review removal: approximately 1–2 months ## Reduce data entry after returning to the office. STAFF EXPRESS adds “WEB LITE 2.0” for staffing sales teams at no additional cost - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000135266.html - anchor: #n3831751 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスアイ・システム、STAFF EXPRESS 株式会社エスアイ・システム has launched “WEB LITE 2.0,” a new version of its mobile service “WEB LITE” for staffing sales teams, at no additional cost. Users can record client meetings and check information while out of the office, and integration with STAFF EXPRESS can reduce data-entry work after returning to the office. Facts: - 20 years - More than 10,000 cases to date ## Bamboo lights and autumn foliage illumination - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000129085.html - anchor: #n3831750 - Companies mentioned: 大阪府立花の文化園、はなぶんマネジメントパートナーズ、株式会社ワールドインテック、特定非営利活動法人いずみ・きららファーム、NPO法人フルル花と福祉の地域応援ネット、こくちーず 大阪府立花の文化園 will hold “Bamboo Lights and Autumn Foliage Illumination” for a limited total of 4 days: Nov. 28 and Dec. 5 and 6, 2026. Approximately 20 varieties of Japanese maples and 200 bamboo lanterns will adorn the gardens. Special food offerings and free admission benefits through advance workshops will also be available. Facts: - Celebrating its 10th edition this year! - A diverse array of 20 varieties of Japanese maples - 200 bamboo lanterns - [Limited to 4 days] - Price: ¥600 ## ALLIN STUDIO and BytePlus launch partnership to collaborate with AI video creators - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000039444.html - anchor: #n3831749 - Companies mentioned: オールイン株式会社、ALLIN STUDIO、BytePlus、ByteDance ALLIN STUDIO, operated by オールイン株式会社, and BytePlus, ByteDance’s enterprise business, have launched a partnership aimed at AI video production and creator support. The two companies will use Dreamina Seedance API and Lumina to implement a creator collaboration program, explore plans to produce an AI feature film, and consider an AI film festival. Facts: - More than 500 companies to date - 2nd feature film ## “Eye Shampoo,” a cleanser made specifically for the eye area, to air conversation video with Ryota Kaizo, “An era when we wash around our eyes, too,” on Shibuya Ai Vision. Black Friday 2026 also kicks off on Friday, Nov. 13! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000057512.html - anchor: #n3831748 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディプロデュース、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、Amazon、TikTok Shop 株式会社メディプロデュース will launch its Black Friday promotion for “Eye Shampoo,” a cleanser made specifically for the eye area, starting Nov. 13, 2026, and air a conversation video with brand ambassador Ryota Kaizo on Shibuya Ai Vision. Facts: - Purchases of ¥5,500 (tax included) or more - Starting Friday, Nov. 13 - Through Monday, Nov. 30 - 14 days - Cumulative sales of the series have exceeded 1 million bottles ## KIMOTO advances development of low-reflection coating technology for three-dimensional components to expand applications for high-performance liquids - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000141348.html - anchor: #n3831747 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社きもと、KIMOTO 株式会社きもと is advancing the development of low-reflection coating technology for three-dimensional components in optical-related fields, drawing on technologies cultivated through the manufacture of functional films. Prototypes produced in 2026 received favorable evaluations, and the company aims to expand applications to in-vehicle cameras and industrial equipment through the development of ultra-low-reflection coatings and interior-surface anti-reflection liquids. Facts: - In 2026 - At a visible-light wavelength of 550nm - Minimum reflectance of 0.09% - In the near-infrared range at 880nm - and also at 940nm - In 2025 - In September 2026 - In November 2026 ## MOLTON’s legal tech service “Cloud Legal,” equipped with legal AI, to pitch and exhibit at “Shimonoseki Add-venture Summit,” hosted by Yamaguchi Financial Group - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000126939.html - anchor: #n3831746 - Companies mentioned: MOLTON株式会社、a23s株式会社、株式会社山口フィナンシャルグループ、下関市、ベータ・ベンチャーキャピタル、ファーストライト・キャピタル、株式会社ANOBAKA、日本生命グループ、ニッセイ・キャピタル株式会社、株式会社リコー、RICOH Innovation Fund、弁護士ドットコム株式会社、ＮＸワンビシアーカイブズ、NIPPONEXPRESSホールディングス株式会社 MOLTON株式会社’s legal tech service “Cloud Legal” will exhibit and pitch at “Shimonoseki Add-venture Summit,” hosted by 株式会社山口フィナンシャルグループ. Facts: - Raised ¥160 million - Date and time: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 ## Remake easy、創業80周年を迎えたスタージュエリーのクリスマスパーティーにて、ジュエリーの輝きを表現した特別なパフェを提供＜事後レポート＞ - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000108055.html - anchor: #n3831745 - Companies mentioned: Remake easy株式会社、STAR JEWELRY、スタージュエリー Remake easy株式会社 served a special parfait inspired by the brilliance of jewelry at “STAR JEWELRY XMAS PREVIEW PARTY,” an invitation-only event held at the Ginza store of the jewelry brand STAR JEWELRY, which is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Facts: - 80th anniversary of founding - Oct. 23, 2026 - 48 stores in Japan - More than 30 years of activity ## Richer everyday meals, starting with a cup of soup. Wellness Dining launches its new “からだ想いスープ” - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000166.000054072.html - anchor: #n3831744 - Companies mentioned: ウェルネスダイニング株式会社 ウェルネスダイニング株式会社 will begin selling “からだ想いスープ” on Nov. 9, 2026. After about 2 years of development, it has been revamped with nutritional specifications including at least 7g of dietary fiber and no more than 1.5g of salt, along with a compact pouch-style package. Facts: - From Monday, Nov. 9, 2026 - At least 7g of dietary fiber - No more than 1.5g of salt - No more than 500mg of potassium - Developed over about 2 years - 7-meal set: ¥5,378 - 14-meal set: ¥10,681 - 21-meal set: ¥15,973 ## Playbooks on contracts for expanding sales channels and partnerships added to “Legal AI Kit,” a legal AI consulting service - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000033386.html - anchor: #n3831743 - Companies mentioned: GVA TECH株式会社、GVA TECH、OLGA、オルガ、ベンパル GVA TECH株式会社 has added playbooks for sales partner-related contracts (reseller agreements, sales agency agreements, and customer referral and brokerage agreements) to its legal AI consulting service, “Legal AI Kit.” Facts: - 3 types, 6 documents in total - Capital: 409 million yen - Date established: Jan. 4, 2017 - Securities code: 298A ## [Free webinar on Dec. 31 (Thu.), 22:00] From SEO to AIO! Revealing practical strategies for AI search optimization to get AI to recommend your brand in the ChatGPT era!! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000504.000061977.html - anchor: #n3831742 - Companies mentioned: KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、バクリ株式会社、三菱マテリアル、LIXIL、日本 HP、TAC、Peatix、KOBUSHI BEER KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社 announced that it will hold a free webinar on Dec. 31, 2026, in collaboration with 荒川大史, representative of バクリ株式会社, to explain practical strategies for “AI search optimization (AIO).” Facts: - Dec. 31, 2026 - 22:00 - 30 minutes - With 5,000 people participating - More than 200 business networking events annually - A network of 10,000 people - About 90 companies participate - 30,000 yen per month - ROI of about 15 times ## 【ガチャ新商品】「ねこねこ食パン」の人気フレーバーがミニポーチに！背徳グルメで話題の「GUILTY’S（ギルティーズ）」のビッグソフトクッキーもミニチュアになって新登場！2つのカプセルトイを同日発売 - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001272.000035909.html - anchor: #n3831741 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社オールハーツ・カンパニー、GUILTY’S、GUILTY’S（ギルティーズ）、#C-pla、株式会社トーシン、オールハーツモール、ハートブレッドアンティーク イオンモール新利府店、ハートブレッドアンティーク イオンモール浜松志都呂店、ハートブレッドアンティーク トレッサ横浜店 株式会社オールハーツ・カンパニー will release mini pouches featuring “ねこねこ食パン” and miniature charms of GUILTY’S at capsule toy specialty stores, exclusively at #C-pla, from early December 2026. Facts: - Early December 2026 - 13 cm in diameter - 1回500円（税込） - 6 types in total - 1回400円（税込） - 5 types in total - Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026 - 1 set: ¥1,900 (tax included) - 1 set: ¥1,400 (tax included) ## [Recommended by Yuta Orisaka!] Singer-songwriter Yuta Orisaka’s comment on the buzzworthy croquette picture book (by はらぺこめがね) is now available! - Published: 2026-11-11T10:20:02+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009086.000001719.html - anchor: #n3831740 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、小学館、ニジノ絵本屋、白泉社、あかね書房、ポプラ社、NHK、京都精華大学 Singer-songwriter Yuta Orisaka has shared his recommendation for the croquette picture book by はらぺこめがね, “でもそんなことはおかまいなしにあげたてのコロッケをたべる。” The book is now on sale from Kodansha. Facts: - 74th edition - (2025) - List price: 1,980 yen - Base price: 1,800 yen - 10% tax - Released Nov. 4, 2026 - 11-member lineup ## [Preparation sheet covering all 81 SCS ★3 assessment criteria] A single-page sheet listing what to have ready, who will decide, and the first step to take this week for all 81 items, plus the 5th edition of the preparation guide, now available - Published: 2026-11-11T10:19:03+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000187370.html - anchor: #n3831753 - Companies mentioned: 合同会社SecuROI 合同会社SecuROI has released a preparation sheet and the 5th edition of its preparation guide to help users cover all 81 criteria for a ★3 rating under the Security Measures Evaluation System for Strengthening Supply Chains (SCS). Registration applications are scheduled to open from March 2027, and the system is recommended in the government’s emergency measures package as a way for large companies to manage contractors. Facts: - 81 assessment criteria - March 2027 or later - 31 items - Within 14 days ## mabl, in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms - Published: 2026-11-11T10:18:48+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000104559.html - anchor: #n3831754 - Companies mentioned: mabl株式会社、mabl、Gartner、Mercedes-Benz、LendingClub Bank、JetBlue mabl was positioned as one of the challengers in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms. Facts: - 2026 - 1 company ## Tower Records launches “ASIA FROM TOWER RECORDS,” a new project showcasing the “now” of Asian music; the 1st installment features South Korean alternative rock band Silica Gel - Published: 2026-11-11T10:15:39+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001456.000025445.html - anchor: #n3831755 - Companies mentioned: タワーレコード株式会社、タワーレコード、タワーレコードミニ、AMUSE、CAM、Less+Project.、YouTube Foundry タワーレコードは11月17日よりアジア音楽の“今”を伝える新企画「ASIA FROM TOWER RECORDS」を開始し、第1弾として韓国のオルタナティヴ・ロックバンドSilica Gelをフィーチャーする。Silica Gelのニューアルバム『Ballad of You』が11月18日に先行発売され、コラボポスターの掲出や特典プレゼントなどが実施される。 Facts: - Tuesday, Nov. 17 - Wednesday, November 18 - Size: 55mm × 91mm - To 5 customers - B1 size - ¥4,300 (tax included) - ¥7,400 (tax included) ## [Survey on shareholder benefits] “I want to choose something that suits me”—the selectable “points-based” option receives about 1.7 times the support - Published: 2026-11-11T10:13:47+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000010318.html - anchor: #n3831526 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビタブリッドジャパン、富士経済 According to a survey on attitudes toward shareholder benefits conducted by 株式会社ビタブリッドジャパン, cash-type benefits were the most popular, but among in-kind benefits, the selectable “points-based” option, which lets recipients choose from the company’s own products rather than receiving a specified product, received about 1.7 times the support. This clearly reflected a preference for “choosing something that suits me.” Facts: - 490 men and women across Japan aged in their 20s to 60s and older - “Money (cash and cash equivalents)” at 71.0% - “Points” (16.5%) - “Goods (specified products)” (9.6%) - About 1.7 times the support - Some said, “It’s a problem when products arrive that don’t suit my preferences or that I won’t use” (48.6%). - Some said, “I’m glad because it gives me a chance to learn about the company or its products” (27.4%). - (Sept. 18, 2026) - “Because it means I won’t be sent products that don’t suit my preferences” (47.2%) - 65.5% responded positively - 52.7% reported increased investment interest ## The winner has been decided in a corporate pickleball tournament featuring 135 teams! “Corporate Pickleball & BIZ CUP FINAL 2026” held - Published: 2026-11-11T10:12:38+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001173.000051782.html - anchor: #n3831527 - Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、PwCコンサルティング合同会社、株式会社FLUX、東レ株式会社、ハレクラニ沖縄、NECネッツエスアイ、EY新日本有限責任監査法人、NTTデータ、住友ゴム工業、ファーストリテイリング、ブリティッシュ・アメリカン・タバコ・ジャパン、タイミー、博報堂、ギフティ、富士電機、ダイキン工業、UBS証券、Sansan、大王製紙株式会社、サントリーコーポレートビジネス株式会社、コカ・コーラボトラーズジャパン株式会社、TBS、NEMU RESORT The Corporate Pickleball & BIZ CUP FINAL 2026, a corporate pickleball tournament hosted by Mitsui Fudosan, was held on Nov. 7, with PwCコンサルティング合同会社 taking the title. From fiscal 2027, the tournament plans to expand eligibility and develop into a competition to determine Japan’s top team. Facts: - 135 teams in total - 18 representative teams - About 500 players and spectators combined - About 3,000 participants in total - Saturday, Nov. 7