The i-Reporter field reporting system surpasses 5,000 client companies
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The number of companies using i-Reporter, a field reporting system provided by 株式会社シムトップス, has surpassed 5,000. The company recorded the No. 1 domestic market share (46.5%) and is highlighting the importance of “firsthand information from the field” in the use of AI.
povo to offer “povo Gacha Special ~Double Eleven~” for a limited time in connection with Nov. 11
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KDDI, 沖縄セルラー, and KDDI Digital Life will offer the povo2.0 limited-time add-on “povo Gacha Special ~Double Eleven~” for ¥1,111 from 10 a.m. on Nov. 11, 2026, to 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 12, with unlimited data available through a lottery.
Facts
¥1,111
10 a.m. on Nov. 11, 2026
9:30 a.m. on Nov. 12
1%
2%
3%
94%
Companies mentioned：KDDI、沖縄セルラー、KDDI Digital Life、povo
カミナシ launches large-scale transit advertising across 40 escalator sides at Kokusai-Tenjijo Station on the Rinkai Line, near Tokyo Big Sight
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株式会社カミナシ will display large-scale transit advertising across 40 escalator walls inside Kokusai-Tenjijo Station on the Rinkai Line from Nov. 16 to 22, 2026. The campaign is the company’s first large-scale advertisement featuring its new logo and new tagline, “Field Operations Hub,” and was planned to coincide with its participation in 3 trade shows held at Tokyo Big Sight.
Facts
Original2026年11月16日（月）〜11月22日（日）までの7日間
3 trade shows will be held on the same dates, from Wednesday, Nov. 18, to Friday, Nov. 20
【Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka】In Shinsaibashi, Osaka, lunch becomes an “experience.” Now on sale: a lunch featuring a hands-on sushi-making experience with a sushi chef
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AWA SUSHI 泡鮨, the sushi restaurant inside Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka, operated by 株式会社温故知新, has launched an experiential lunch course, available Monday through Thursday, where guests learn to shape 三 pieces of nigiri from a sushi chef. The price is ¥9,000, tax included.
Facts
9,000 yen
三 pieces
8 pieces of sushi
10 seats in total
11 rooms in total
11 prestigious Champagne houses
Companies mentioned：株式会社温故知新、Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka by 温故知新、Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka、AWA SUSHI 泡鮨、Small Luxury Hotels of the World、SLH、日経クロストレンド、Financial Times社、Statista社
AWAJI DOG MARCHÉ vol.03 to be held at Oasis Dog Café inside 淡路ハイウェイオアシス, directly connected to the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge! Nov. 21 (Sat.)–22 (Sun.), 2026, 11:00–16:00 【Please note: Canceled in case of rain】
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The dog-themed market AWAJI DOG MARCHÉ vol.03 will be held Nov. 21–22, 2026, at Oasis Dog Café inside 淡路ハイウェイオアシス, operated by ユーアールエー株式会社.
A new synthesis method for nanohoop catenanes combining 2 types of metals, gold and copper ～Achieved through the dynamic reorganization of macrocyclic gold complexes～
The long-awaited 第３弾!! Pasta House Triangle’s “Special Soup Spaghetti ~Pasta Sauce~” on sale in limited quantities
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JR東日本東北総合サービス株式会社 will begin selling a retort version of the popular “Special Soup Spaghetti” from Pasta House Triangle, which closed in August 2025, in limited quantities starting Nov. 19, 2026.
Solutions to medical and nursing-care staffing shortages under one roof, from hospital DX to community-based integrated care. HOSPEX Japan and Smart Life＋ Summit to be held in November
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一般社団法人日本能率協会 will hold the 48th HOSPEX Japan 2026 and the Smart Life＋ Summit concurrently at Tokyo Big Sight from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing solutions such as hospital DX and community-based integrated care to address shortages of medical and nursing-care personnel.
For anyone who still can’t speak English! A new English conversation learning method that requires no memorization or reading and writing: “You Can Let Go of ‘Correct English.’” On sale Nov. 13!
象印マホービン株式会社 will launch the CK-JH08 electric kettle for hotels and inns on November 11, 2026. It has a 0.8L capacity and 600W power consumption, and features a quick guide for foreign guests and a steamless design.
[One of Japan’s largest; Standard Pass is free] All speakers confirmed for “Carbon Credits Journal Forum 2026”
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Green Carbon株式会社 announced that it will hold “Carbon Credits Journal Forum 2026,” one of Asia’s largest forums dedicated to carbon credits, at Tokyo Big Sight on November 17, 2026. Many companies and organizations, including Google and JAXA, will speak, and the Standard Pass is free.
Facts
Nov. 17, 2026
More than 1,000 attendees expected
More than 300 operating companies expected
More than 1,500 key decarbonization players from Japan and overseas
Approximately 28 companies and government ministries to speak
More than 20 companies to exhibit booths
More than 87% of participants said they were satisfied
WHILL社 releases white paper, “The Value of Electric Mobility in an Era of Care Worker Shortages”: 90% of care managers envision support for independence and a lighter burden on caregivers
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On November 11, 2026, WHILL社 released a white paper on “The Value of Electric Mobility in an Era of Care Worker Shortages” to coincide with Care Day. Based on a survey of approximately 3,000 care managers nationwide and other findings, it highlights the potential for electric mobility to improve users’ QOL and reduce the burden on caregivers, and makes recommendations including standardizing mobility support.
Familiar “Christmas Collection 2026”: New items themed around Christmas night, perfect for adding color to holiday outings and home interiors!
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株式会社ファミリア will begin selling special items from “Christmas Collection 2026” through its online shop on November 16, 2026. The offerings include 7 types of goods such as bags and pouches, a Familiar Bear in a limited-edition color, castella made in collaboration with specialty castella shop “DE CARNERO CASTE,” and food and drink services such as a tea party and roast chicken at the Kobe flagship store.
Facts
7 items in total
Limited to 100 bears
Vanity bag ¥24,200
Familiar Bear ¥55,000
From Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファミリア、シュタイフ・シュルテ社、DE CARNERO CASTE
[ランコム] New counter at “HANKYU BEAUTY MAISON” on the 10th floor of 阪急うめだ本店 to reopen after renovation on Wednesday, November 11, 2026! A host of special opening commemorative offers.
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日本ロレアル’s ランコム will reopen its renovated counter in “HANKYU BEAUTY MAISON” on the 10th floor of 阪急うめだ本店 on November 11, 2026.
Cyber Security Cloud strengthens collaboration with Itochu Techno-Solutions
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株式会社サイバーセキュリティクラウド is strengthening its collaboration with 伊藤忠テクノソリューションズ（CTC）. CTC will newly begin selling the company’s automated WAF operation service “WafCharm” and fully managed security service for public cloud environments “CloudFastener” through AWS Marketplace.
Enfactory develops a framework for providing “boundary-crossing learning” to cultivate next-generation leaders and updates its hands-on training program “Leader Study Abroad”
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株式会社エンファクトリー has developed “6 experiences” as a framework for providing “boundary-crossing learning” to cultivate next-generation leaders and updated its hands-on training program “Leader Study Abroad.” It will also speak at the HR Conference on November 18, alongside 伊達洋駆氏 of 株式会社ビジネスリサーチラボ.
“When frost settles in winter, tiger bamboo takes on color”: Tiger patterns are changing in recent years; 132-year-old bamboo retailer begins harvesting tiger-striped bamboo
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株式会社山岸竹材店, a bamboo materials manufacturer founded 132 years ago, has begun harvesting tiger-striped bamboo in Susaki, Kochi Prefecture. It is responding to changes in coloration caused by global warming and a decline in people carrying on the trade, while continuing efforts to pass bamboo forests on to the next generation through traditional techniques.
大正大学 will hold an “Anniversary Wedding” event on November 17, planned and managed in collaboration with students and 全日本ブライダル協会山梨県支部. A wedding ceremony featuring a graduate couple who live in Niigata Prefecture will celebrate their 22nd year of marriage and the 100th anniversary of their facility.
Facts
From 16:00 on Tuesday, November 17
They are celebrating their 22nd year of marriage this year
It has been held since 2022
They married in 2004
The facility they operate is also celebrating its 100th anniversary
Photos of 5 couples who held wedding or engagement ceremonies
Looking back on 大正大学’s 100-year history
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 16:00–16:30
A couple who graduated from the university in March 1988
By the late Yumi Katsura in 1969
The Yamanashi Prefectural Branch was established in 2002
名古屋商科大学: 3 students return after completing about 2 months of research in Europe as part of the 2026 GAP YEAR PROGRAM
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3 students from 名古屋商科大学 have returned after completing about 2 months of research in Europe. The GAP YEAR PROGRAM is a self-directed learning program that has continued since 2005, with 232 participants to date.
ラグザス: “Young people who take on challenges” supported by “young people who take on challenges.” ラグザス invites university students and student groups to a Samurai Japan game
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ラグザス株式会社 will invite university students and student groups to attend games as part of the “ラグザス Next Step Support Project” at the “ラグザス Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Dome from November 12 to 15, 2026.
Former Japan women’s national basketball team player Evelyn Mawuli joins the lineup! “SUGOCARE One-Mile Recovery Wear,” designed to promote recovery from fatigue simply by wearing it, is here
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青山商事株式会社 will launch the new “SUGOCARE One-Mile Recovery Wear,” featuring former Japan women’s national basketball team player Evelyn Mawuli, on November 11.
A samurai-and-Santa procession, and a traffic mirror transformed into a tree?! A slightly mysterious Christmas where eras and countries intersect
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ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 is holding a Christmas campaign from November 18 to December 25. The theme is “A Mysterious Winter Scene.” Events include a traffic-mirror tree, a Santa parade in collaboration with 太秦映画村, a Nordic market, and a Kai Frank exhibition.
[Tuesday, 12/8, Shinjuku, free for executives only] What’s the difference between companies that have merely “installed” AI and those that “make full use” of it? “AIx ONE Leaders Summit” to be held (ＦＣＥ)
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Original株式会社ＦＣＥの100%子会社である株式会社ＦＣＥ ＡＩＸは、2026年12月8日に新宿にて経営者向け無料イベント「AIx ONE Leaders Summit」を開催する。百瀬公朗氏と小林葵氏が登壇し、AIを経営に活かす方法や若手人材の活用について講演・対談を行う。
Facts
Dec. 8, 2026 (Tue.)
100% subsidiary
Securities code: 9564
30th floor, Shinjuku NS Building
Capacity: 100 people
Ranked No. 1 among approximately 7,300 products
In fiscal 2024
Ranked No. 2 among approximately 10,000 products
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＦＣＥ、株式会社ＦＣＥ ＡＩＸ、アクセンチュア、上智大学、Lakelink株式会社、早稲田AI研究会、トリクル株式会社、Pleature株式会社、株式会社サードスコープ、Gugen株式会社、アンダーセンコンサルティング、SAS Institute Japan、電通マーチファースト、三菱総合研究所、ByteDance、ソフトバンク株式会社、東京大学
[Additional speakers announced] Shōhei Takahara of estie, Atsushi Arai of Xspear Consulting, and Katsunori Muramatsu to speak at HR Craft Night Vol.53, “The 100-Person Wall”
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United Recruitment announced that Shōhei Takahara of 株式会社estie, along with Atsushi Arai and Katsunori Muramatsu of Xspear Consulting, will join the speaker lineup for HR Craft Night Vol.53, “The 100-Person Wall,” taking place on November 19, 2026.
A new version of nishikawa’s popular “Meru-kun” comfort pillow, featuring its soothing character, arrives ahead of 2027, the Year of the Sheep! Launching in mid-November
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西川株式会社 is refreshing the comfort pillow featuring its official character “Meru-kun” ahead of 2027, the Year of the Sheep, and will launch it in mid-November 2026. The company also reports on children’s sleep deprivation based on the “nishikawa Sleep White Paper 2026.”
Facts
Suggested retail price: ¥3,300 including tax
Available at department stores nationwide from mid-November 2026
The “Year of the Sheep” in 2027
About 70% of high school students
More than 40% of junior high and elementary school students
About half of the children said they had “never learned about sleep at school or elsewhere”
[Limited-time event] “Rilakkuma” collaboration café coming to R.O.STAR Seaside Terrace in Odaiba!
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ボンディッシュ株式会社 will hold the “Rilakkuma Strawberry Party Cafe,” a “Rilakkuma” collaboration café, at アクアシティお台場 for a limited time from November 25 to December 25, 2026. The café will offer 11 Christmas-themed limited-edition menu items, with advance reservations opening on November 11.
Integrated security platform “Securify” to exhibit at Japan IT Week／Japan DX & AX Week【Kansai】2026
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株式会社スリーシェイク will exhibit its integrated security platform “Securify” at “Japan IT Week／Japan DX & AX Week【Kansai】2026,” taking place at INTEX Osaka from November 18 to 20, 2026.
Craif to present collaborative research findings on early detection of colorectal cancer using urinary microRNA at ESMO Congress 2026 (European Society for Medical Oncology Annual Congress)
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Craif株式会社 presented a model for early detection of colorectal cancer using urinary microRNA at ESMO Congress 2026, based on a collaborative study with 5 domestic institutions, including Kyushu University Beppu Hospital. The blood-free urine test achieved an AUC of 0.86 and sensitivity of 80.7% in cross-validation, and its biological validity was also confirmed in an external dataset.
株式会社松源 consolidates HR data for more than 4,000 employees in “Jinjer,” aiming to make each employee’s contributions visible
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株式会社松源 has implemented the integrated HR system “Jinjer,” consolidating HR data from 51 locations for more than 4,000 employees to improve operational efficiency and make employee contributions visible.
Facts
More than 4,000 people
51 locations
About 4,000 sheets of printing and data-entry work per month
Hyaluronic acid in gummies!? Kocchi no Kento transforms into a beauty-conscious man! UHA Gummy Supplement Hyaluronic Acid commercial “Kocchi’s Beauty Advisor” to begin airing nationwide on Nov. 14, 2026 (Sat.)
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UHA Mikakuto will begin airing the 8th commercial for its supplement brand “UHA Gummy Supplement” nationwide on Nov. 14, 2026. Artist Kocchi no Kento will appear as a beauty advisor introducing the new product “UHA Gummy Supplement Iron + Hyaluronic Acid.”
Facts
The 8th commercial
“Kocchi’s Beauty Advisor” 30-second version
“Kocchi’s Beauty Advisor” 15-second version
Total views surpass 20 billion
“Hai Yorokonde” takes 1st place
UHA Gummy Supplement Iron + Hyaluronic Acid, 14-day supply
岐阜県美濃加茂市, Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank, and Bywill sign partnership agreement to realize a zero-carbon city through the use of environmental value
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岐阜県美濃加茂市, Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank, and Bywill have signed a partnership agreement to realize a zero-carbon city through the use of environmental value. They will work together to generate and distribute J-Credits and develop new business models, aiming to achieve a decarbonized society by 2050.
LINE Digital Frontier株式会社 makes additional investment in 株式会社ナンバーナイン
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LINE Digital Frontier株式会社 has made an additional investment in digital comic agency 株式会社ナンバーナイン. The companies began a capital and business alliance in December 2024, and this investment will strengthen their global expansion. As part of the “Global Drop” project, they plan to release 株式会社ナンバーナイン’s new title 『暗殺勇者の天星航路』 simultaneously worldwide.
Facts
Dated Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Monday, Dec. 23, 2024
More than 150 countries
Approximately 159 million monthly users
November 2016
Companies mentioned：LINE Digital Frontier株式会社、株式会社ナンバーナイン、WEBTOON Entertainmentグループ、WEBTOON Entertainment Inc.、Sensor Tower
Urban greening expert Hiroshi Iwasaki and world-renowned product designer Naoto Fukasawa to speak at 山梨県-hosted “Yamanashi Greening 100-Year Symposium” on Nov. 3 (Tuesday, public holiday)
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山梨県 held the “Yamanashi Greening 100-Year Symposium” on Nov. 3, 2026, at the Disaster Prevention New Building in Kofu City. Hiroshi Iwasaki and Naoto Fukasawa spoke at the event, where participants discussed redefining urban greening as social infrastructure for measures against heat and for maintaining health.
【レストランMONDO】Enjoy freshly baked bread and winter treats. “Winter Bakery Buffet” launches, featuring chocolate raclette melted right before your eyes
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レストランMONDO, directly connected to Sagami-Ono Station, will offer a winter-only bakery buffet from Nov. 24, 2026, through Feb. 7, 2027. The menu features freshly baked bread and winter treats, including chocolate raclette and truffle cheese melt hot sandwiches.
アドビ introduces agentic AI to the content supply chain with “CX Enterprise Coworker”
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At Adobe MAX, アドビ announced new features that integrate the AI-agent-powered “Adobe CX Enterprise Coworker” into Adobe GenStudio, helping streamline the content supply chain and deliver personalized customer experiences.
Facts
More than 7.8 trillion assets have already been delivered this year alone
Adobe pioneers a new era of creativity, enabling creation anywhere and any way through AI agents and new features
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At Adobe MAX, Adobe announced the introduction of AI agents to Adobe Creative Cloud and Firefly, a preview of local MCP integrations, and the integration of CX Enterprise Coworker into Adobe GenStudio. It also announced expanded partnerships with Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft.
アドビ expands the capabilities of creative AI studio Adobe Firefly, bringing アドビ’s trusted creative tools to every creator
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At Adobe MAX, アドビ announced expanded capabilities for its creative AI studio, Adobe Firefly. The integration of a creative agent, advances to its video, design, and image editors, and connections to partner models such as Topaz Labs and ByteDance now enable creators to take ideas from concept to deployment in one place.
アドビ transforms its creative tools into agentic workflows with professional-level precision and control, supporting creators in their work
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アドビ announced at Adobe MAX that it is transforming its creative tools into agentic workflows. It unveiled creative agents available across Creative Cloud, a preview of local MCP integrations, integrated Firefly design features, and new AI capabilities in each of its flagship products.
アドビ and Google expand partnership to deliver cutting-edge AI models and integrated workflows for creators and businesses
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アドビ and Google announced at Adobe MAX an expanded strategic partnership, including Adobe Acrobat integration with Google Workspace, enhanced document intelligence using Gemini, the introduction of tools in Google Search’s “AI Mode,” and the integration of Google AI models across Adobe Creative Cloud. The two companies will also develop new editing capabilities for Photoshop in collaboration with Google DeepMind.
Facts
More than 十億 monthly active users
Supporting billions of users around the world
More than 400 billion PDFs are opened in Adobe Acrobat every year
18th-century elegance for everyday life. Towels, bags and pouches inspired by ウェッジウッド’s “アンセミオン グレイ” collection
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Founded in 1879, ブルーミング中西株式会社 has released handkerchiefs, tote bags and pouches in its “アンセミオン グレイ” collection, inspired by an 18th-century pattern from British ceramics brand ウェッジウッド.
Which is the better deal: “4 for ¥530” or “6 for ¥800”? Learn to solve it in 5 seconds! The latest installment in the bestselling series, with cumulative sales topping 800,000 copies! 『小学生がたった1日でかんぺきに倍数と約数がわかる本』 goes on sale November 11
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ダイヤモンド社 will release 『小学生がたった1日でかんぺきに倍数と約数がわかる本』, the latest installment in its bestselling series, which has sold more than 800,000 copies to date, on November 11.
Facts
Up to 19×19
Raise your deviation score from 45 to 65
The third-lowest grade
More than 25 years of extensive teaching experience
The latest installment in a business book series with more than 1.9 million copies sold! What AI can never take from humans is “good power”: 『やっぱり権力』
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『やっぱり権力』 by 広大安藤 goes on sale November 11 from ダイヤモンド社. The latest installment in a business book series, it explores the importance of “good power” in the AI era and presents a career roadmap.
Facts
Today, November 11
List price: 1,980 yen
288 pages
More than approximately 5,000 companies have adopted it
Put an end to the debate over owning versus renting! 『インフレ時代は家を買え』, making the case for why now is the time to buy a home, goes on sale November 11
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『貯金よりも株式投資よりも インフレ時代は家を買え』, a book by former 三井物産 employee 川﨑佑馬 on the importance of buying a home in an era of inflation, will be released by ダイヤモンド社 on November 11.
Facts
Approximately ¥400 million in total
A total of 5 homes
By age 28
List price: 1,870 yen (tax included)
432 pages
Approximately 140,000 followers across social media
From urban infrastructure to underground ruins, limestone caves and subterranean terrain, the author has reported extensively from across Japan and invites readers to discover “another world” spread throughout Japan’s underground realm!
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Announcement of the release of 『一度は歩いてみたい スゴい！日本の地下世界』, a book by 岩田良平 exploring Japan’s underground world. It introduces a range of underground spaces, from urban infrastructure to natural caves.
An engaging military trivia book in which a writer with deep knowledge of military affairs clearly explains the “extraordinary advances in military technology” and “realities of modern warfare” unfolding on the front lines around the world today!
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『戦争を変えた軍艦・軍用機・ドローンの最前線』, an engaging military trivia book by 氷川神次, explains the evolution of warships, military aircraft and drones through AI and the latest technologies, as well as the realities of modern warfare. It goes on sale November 11, 2026.
[New release] 『乱気流』, a turbulent, autobiographical essay about 九十九一八’s life so far—and the life still ahead—spent striving to make it through an unpredictable world
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株式会社パレード will release 『乱気流』, an autobiographical essay portraying the turbulent life of 九十九一八, on November 11, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 11, 2026
ISBN: 978-4-86522-518-1
130 pages
List price: ¥1,100
Base price: ¥1,000
10% tax
Developed bipolar disorder (manic depression) at age 27
Addressing 4 kinds of inconsistency in multi-location operations and unifying store information and processes: How to create a store that customers and AI keep choosing, from before to after a visit | Joint seminar hosted by 4 companies
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4 companies, including 株式会社カンリー, will hold a joint seminar on addressing inconsistencies in multi-location operations on November 25, 2026.
イトーキ and NTTドコモビジネス launch collaboration to promote agricultural J-Credits and expand their use by businesses
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イトーキ and NTTドコモビジネス are launching a collaboration to promote agricultural J-Credits and expand their use by businesses. By combining their customer networks and GX solutions, the two companies will support corporate decarbonization efforts and contribute to sustainable agriculture and local communities.
Facts
Founded in 1890
The emissions trading system launched in fiscal 2026
A special design that shines: the アルペン-exclusive running shoe collection, NIKE “CASUAL RUN CLUB PACK” Vol. 6, launches Nov. 20 (Fri.) at スポーツデポ・アルペン stores nationwide
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株式会社アルペン will release the 6th installment of the NIKE running shoe collection “CASUAL RUN CLUB PACK,” exclusive to スポーツデポ・アルペン, at stores nationwide and online starting November 20.
カインズ to hold Black Friday sale from November 11 through 23
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株式会社カインズ will hold a Black Friday sale at stores nationwide from Nov. 11 through 23, 2026. During the sale, it will offer special prices on daily necessities, home appliances and other products, and will also run a campaign on Nov. 14 and 15 to give bags to members at participating stores.
Asuene launches an ASUENE implementation project for LINTEC, a major listed producer of adhesive-related products
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アスエネ株式会社 has launched a project to implement its sustainability AI platform ASUENE at リンテック株式会社, a major producer of adhesive-related products listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market. RICOH Japan is partnering on the contract and implementation, supporting business transformation from environmental data collection through reporting.
Facts
Capital: 15.1 billion yen (including capital surplus)
The chocolatier LE CHOCOLAT DE H, created by Hironobu Tsujiguchi, wins the Gold Tablet (gold award) for the 10th consecutive time at one of the world's largest chocolate competitions! The theme is “A marriage of fermentation and fermentation”
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The chocolatier LE CHOCOLAT DE H, created by Hironobu Tsujiguchi, won the Gold Tablet (gold award) for the 10th consecutive time at C.C.C., one of the world's largest chocolate competitions, held in Paris, France.
Facts
Won the award for the 10th consecutive time
Fermentation²: 2,700 yen, including tax
Tablet chocolate, Peru chocolate au lait 50%: 900 yen, including tax
Area: 648.94 tsubo
Group employees: 5,792
Group companies: 163
Group locations: 503 stores
FY2025 sales: 462.8 billion yen
Companies mentioned：G LION GROUP、ジーライオングループ、株式会社アクアイグニス、株式会社神戸北野スイーツ＆カフェ、LE CHOCOLAT DE H、Club des Croqueurs de Chocolat
Assured and Shinkin Central Bank establish a joint-use model for “Assured Cloud Assessment”
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株式会社アシュアード has established a joint-use model, with the cooperation of 信金中央金庫, to offer “Assured Cloud Assessment” to credit unions nationwide under a special plan.
—Wrapped in the colors of autumn—“Night of Autumn Leaves,” a display of autumn foliage and lights, to be held (国営武蔵丘陵森林公園)
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“Night of Autumn Leaves” will be held at 国営武蔵丘陵森林公園 from Nov. 14 to 29, featuring illuminations with approximately 550,000 lights and illuminated maple trees.
AniMeEon, an online store specializing in anime merchandise for overseas customers, launches overseas sales of birthday commemorative merchandise for Mephistopheles from the popular game “Obey Me!”
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AniMeEon, operated by BEENOS Group company BeeCruise, has launched sales in 7 countries and regions of birthday commemorative merchandise for Mephistopheles, a character from the popular game “Obey Me!”
Facts
Recorded 11 million downloads worldwide
A total of 7 countries and regions: the United States, Canada, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mexico and Thailand
Appointed for the 11th consecutive year! Korilakkuma has once again been named “Tochigi Strawberry Ambassador” this year!
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Korilakkuma, a character from サンエックス株式会社, was appointed “Tochigi Strawberry Ambassador” by JA全農とちぎ on Nov. 10, 2026, marking the 11th consecutive year in the role.
鬼怒川渓翠 will begin offering “Keisui Afternoon Tea: Afterglow of the Forest,” an afternoon tea themed around the smoky fragrance of wood-fired cooking and fermentation culture, on Dec. 1, 2026.
[Afternoon Tea LOVE&TABLE] Seasonal mille-crepes featuring strawberries, pears and chestnuts, plus a new Christmas crepe with 3 kinds of berries
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Afternoon Tea LOVE&TABLE, operated by アイビーカンパニー株式会社, will launch its Christmas menu on Nov. 12. The menu includes the new “Christmas Chocolate Crepe with 3 Kinds of Berries and Salted Caramel,” 4 seasonal mille-crepes, and pasta available for a limited time at select locations.
Shohei Ohtani was expected to excel as a two-way player and win a 3rd consecutive title, but fell off in 2026. What did the beat writer see? “Ohtani at a Crossroads” is on sale now in the Nov. 17 issue of ニューズウィーク日本版!
How to promote “adult food education” at universities and companies
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On November 18, Kyoto Prefecture will hold the “2nd Adult Food Education Exchange Meeting” at Hearton Hotel Kyoto for students and employees, with discussions on promoting hands-on food education at universities and companies.
15 records shelved for one reason or another—“Jiyuucho ‘Q,’” a found-footage horror anthology that seeps into readers’ everyday lives. Read with caution. On sale November 18.
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株式会社幻冬舎 will publish “Jiyuucho ‘Q,’” a found-footage horror anthology by Fake Documentary Q, on November 18, 2026.
någonstans POP-UP at 阪急うめだ本店, 4th floor, Kotokoto Stage 41
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株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド’s brand någonstans will hold a pop-up at 阪急うめだ本店, 4th floor, Kotokoto Stage 41, from November 11 to 17. The event will feature a preview sale and a NUPI keychain-making workshop.
71.3% of working members in their 60s cite “work” as a reason for studying English; “handling current job duties” is the most common goal [ネイティブキャンプ survey]
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A survey conducted by 株式会社ネイティブキャンプ found that 71.3% of working members in their 60s cite “work” as a reason for studying English, with “handling current job duties” the most common goal.
Facts
71.3% of members in their 60s
Original57.5％が直近1か月に
81.0% cited “to handle the English required in my current job” as a learning goal
The number of employed people aged 65 and older reached 9.43 million in 2025
Number of responses included in the analysis: 1,446
Former Ghanaian Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia visits 千葉大学: Seeking solutions to global challenges through environmentally harmonious technologies and next-generation vaccine development
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On November 4, 2026, former Ghanaian Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia visited 千葉大学 and exchanged views with Professor Yasuya Matsuno and others on environmentally harmonious gold recovery technology and next-generation vaccine development.
【School】“Advanced Class” (ウィングアリーナ刈谷): Applications Open for the Second Half of the 2026 Academic Year
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シーホース三河 has opened applications for the second half of its 2026 basketball school year (December–March) “Advanced Class,” held at ウィングアリーナ刈谷. Co-operated with コナミスポーツ株式会社, the program is for students in grades 2–6 and consists of 11 sessions for 21,010 yen, tax included.
【青山セントグレース大聖堂】A holiday parfait styled as a gift box, featuring seasonal strawberries and an adorable polar bear: “Adult’s Indulgent Strawberry Parfait ~Holiday Gift Box~”
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The “Adult’s Indulgent Strawberry Parfait ~Holiday Gift Box~” will be available for a limited time from November 13, 2026, to January 11, 2027, at St.GRACE Lounge & Dining, the restaurant inside 青山セントグレース大聖堂 operated by 株式会社ベストブライダル.
【November 25 event】Are the reasons products sell the same for Japanese consumers and foreign visitors to Japan? Using consumer data to understand inbound tourism promotions and UGC
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株式会社mov will hold a free online seminar on November 25 for cosmetics and food manufacturers on inbound tourism promotions and UGC. ノウンズ株式会社 will compare consumer data from Japan and South Korea and explain the purchasing behavior of visitors to Japan and how to use tools such as Google Business Profile.
株式会社銀座コージーコーナー will rename its year-round “Apple Pie” as “Chunky Apple Pie” starting November 13, 2026, and will offer “Caramel Apple Cake” and “Rum Raisin Apple Pie” for a limited time.
Chill, deep, cinematic. Swaying beats, sinking consciousness. The exquisite cinematic journey depicted by THE FOREST BOOK
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The Forest Book, which debuted this summer, is releasing its second album, THE FOREST BOOK COLLECTION Vol.2. The introspective work blends chill hip-hop, ambient music, and dub, and is by an artist who formed the group with old friends in 2026.
Facts
Vol.2
2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社STARBASE、FOREST BOOK PRODUCTIONS
[ミライザカ] Enjoy winter delicacies in the cold season! “Winter Special Menu” goes on sale starting Nov. 11 (Wed.)
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The izakaya ミライザカ, operated by ワタミ株式会社, will begin offering its “Winter Special Menu” at 87 locations nationwide on Nov. 11, 2026. The menu features 3 types of hot pot from Japan, China, and Korea, winter yellowtail, and organic ginger drinks. The chain will also participate in a Tokyo Metropolitan Government rice flour campaign.
Facts
Starting Wednesday, November 11, 2026
At 87 locations nationwide
3 distinctive winter hot pots
“Winter Yellowtail Sashimi” ¥699
Rich winter yellowtail with sesame dressing ¥499
Deep-fried burdock root in seaweed batter” ¥399
The special offal hot pot with chin-dashi soy sauce” ... ¥999
Closing clam soup” ¥99
Lightly pickled domestic napa cabbage and red-fleshed daikon” ¥299
中小企業大学校東京校 opens applications for its 48th Management Successor Training Program
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中小企業大学校東京校, operated by 独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構, will begin accepting applications on Nov. 11, 2026, for its 48th Management Successor Training Program, which starts in October 2027.
Naoto Takahashi, supported by MY ROUTINE, the health food brand of 株式会社ウエニ貿易, won the APF Masters held on Nov. 7, 2026, and aims to place in Japan’s TOP5 at his next competition.
AWS to provide AI and cloud technology worth US$100 million to expand healthcare services worldwide
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AWS has announced the AWS Health Equity Initiative (HII), which will provide AI and cloud technology worth US$100 million over the next 5 years to help address health inequities. Building on its track record of supporting organizations in 80 countries, including more than 600 companies, since 2021, the initiative will focus on 3 areas: expanding access to quality healthcare services, research into women’s and children’s health, and support for access to healthy food.
A standout achievement with a business idea linking Myanmar and Niigata! A student team from 新潟ビジネス専門学校 wins 1st place at Open Gate NIIGATA 2026, the first vocational school team to do so
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A student team from 新潟ビジネス専門学校 won 1st place in the Brave Gate division of Open Gate NIIGATA 2026. The team of international students from Myanmar and Japanese students won with an idea to establish a Japanese-language school in Myanmar and create a pathway to further study at NSGカレッジリーグ.
Enjoy at home on long autumn evenings: Two sommelier-recommended wines from ファミマル’s hit “Drops of God” collaboration, whose sales are up 234% year over year! Easy recipes that pair well with wine, supervised by a culinary researcher, are also available
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株式会社ファミリーマート says its private-label ファミマル wines are a hit, with the collaboration wine series based on the manga Drops of God recording sales of 234% year over year. In response to rising demand in autumn, the company introduces 2 wines recommended by sommelier Koichi Tanabe, along with snack recipes supervised by culinary researcher Eri Ishibashi.
LOWRYS FARM features sisters Sena Nakajima and Miro in its 2026 winter visuals. A film expressing the brand message “What makes my heart.” will be released on Nov. 11, 2026 (Wed.).
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LOWRYS FARM by 株式会社アダストリア has cast sisters Sena Nakajima and Miro in its 2026 winter visuals and will release a brand movie on Nov. 11.
Facts
More than 40 multi-brand stores
Nov. 11, 2026
Approximately 1,500 stores
Companies mentioned：株式会社アンドエスティHD、株式会社アダストリア、LOWRYS FARM、KANEBO、Disney+、and ST
[Survey on perceptions of the value of paper in the paperless era] More than 60% say “there are situations where paper is better”
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A survey conducted jointly by 株式会社NEXER Group and WAVE found that even as society becomes more paperless, 63.2% of respondents feel that “there are situations where paper is better.” The most frequently cited value of paper was “the reassurance of having it on hand,” at 54.8%. Regarding its outlook, 46.0% said paper would “decline,” while more than half expect it to remain in some form.
Facts
A total of 63.2% also answered that there are situations where printed materials are better precisely because they are on paper.
Targeting 500 men and women nationwide
The most common answer was “books,” at 54.4%.
The most common answer was “the reassurance of having it on hand,” at 54.8%.
The most common answer was “being able to display or store it,” at 40.8%.
The most common answer was “it will decline,” at 46.0%.
[Survey of 500 company employees] Ranking of experiences that contribute most to growth in the first year of working life!
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A survey of 500 working adults nationwide conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and recruitment support company 採用総研 found that the experience contributing most to growth in the first year of working life was “experiencing failure, reflecting on its causes, and making improvements,” which ranked No. 1.
Celebrating the first Tokyo Dome concert, “BULLET TRAIN 1st DOME LIVE Signal”! Special program featuring Bullet Train members to be held on AWA Lounge
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To mark Bullet Train’s Tokyo Dome concert, AWA株式会社 will hold special programs on AWA Lounge on Nov. 13 and 20, and give participants cards with handwritten messages.
[Top 30 artists who received the most support last week]
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AWA株式会社 has announced its “Top 30 artists who received the most support last week” for Nov. 2–8, 2026. Otokogumi ranked No. 1, Nogizaka46 No. 2, and Mrs. GREEN APPLE No. 3.
May children’s smiles shine. Customer-participation donation drive returns for its 3rd year: HAPPY HOLIDAYS 2026 “SHARE a SMILE (Share Suma)” charity
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大丸松坂屋百貨店 will hold the “SHARE a SMILE (Share Suma)” charity as part of HAPPY HOLIDAYS 2026. The 3 initiatives support the next generation of children through receipt donations, sales of limited-edition shopping bags, and donations of notebooks to children’s cafeterias.
“Saraba’s Legal Auction” premieres Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 p.m. Mari Yaguchi puts up treasures from her Morning Musume days that had been lying around at her family home; sexy actress MINAMO, who announced her retirement by the end of the year, auctions off personal items she has used
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AbemaTV will begin airing the new program “Saraba’s Legal Auction” on Nov. 11, 2026. In the connections-driven auction devised by Tetsuya Morita, Mari Yaguchi, MINAMO, and others will take part in negotiations to consign items, and the winning team will receive 1 million yen in prize money.
SORIN opens its first store at ラフォーレ原宿! LIMITED CONCEPT STORE open for a limited time from 11/27 (Fri.) to 12/7 (Mon.)!
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Women’s brand SORIN, operated by 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, will open a limited-time concept store at ラフォーレ原宿 from Nov. 27 to Dec. 7, 2026, featuring new items and an original charm customization event.
Licca-chan appointed muse for the 2nd time! THE ORGANIC DAYS, one of Japan’s largest*¹ organic festivals, to be held〈Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026, 18:00–Wednesday, Nov. 25〉
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Cosme Kitchen, operated by 株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ, will hold THE ORGANIC DAYS starting Nov. 19, 2026, with Licca-chan as its muse. Benefits include 10% off eligible products and up to 25% back in points.
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10% OFF
Up to 25%
Up to 40% off
11,000 yen
First 600 customers
17 brands in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Cosme Kitchen、MASH GO GREEN STORE、株式会社タカラトミー
[Renge Shokudo Toshu] New tom yum dishes blend the savory flavors of fish sauce and shrimp with rich coconut!
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オリジン東秀株式会社, part of イオングループ, will offer the new “Tom Yum Ramen” and “Tom Yum Glass Noodles” for a limited time at its Chinese restaurant れんげ食堂Toshu starting Nov. 11.