Commemorating the release of the “Shin Megami Tensei V / Vengeance Official Art Book”! Special autograph event with character designer Masayuki Doi at SEGA STORE TOKYO on Nov. 21 (Sat.)
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株式会社セガ will hold a special autograph event at SEGA STORE TOKYO on Nov. 21 to commemorate the release of the “Shin Megami Tensei V / Vengeance Official Art Book.”
Facts
Sat., Nov. 21
First 100 people
Price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
Within 10 characters
Companies mentioned：株式会社セガ、株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社アトラス、株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、SEGA STORE TOKYO
Selected as 8 finalists from 188 applicants: Laundry Water Circulation System (Ocean Loop System) named a finalist for “LEVEL UP STAGE 2026”
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The business concept featuring ファミリーレンタリース株式会社’s laundry water circulation system “OLS” was selected as one of 8 finalists from 188 applicants for “LEVEL UP STAGE 2026,” a business contest co-hosted by 多摩信用金庫 and others.
A new rice fair featuring Yuki Wakamaru rice from Yamagata Prefecture will be held at 阪急うめだ本店 starting Nov. 11, 2026, with limited-edition bento boxes, new rice and brown rice for sale, visits by promotional staff, and a giveaway campaign.
[Now underway to great acclaim] “Autumn Pure Love Harvest Festival Fair” STARTS Nov. 10 (Tue.)! [Free 4-page leaflet featuring newly drawn manga (1 type) ★]
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株式会社リブレ is holding the “Autumn Pure Love Harvest Festival Fair” starting Nov. 10 and giving away a leaflet featuring newly drawn manga to customers who purchase eligible products.
“Marvel Rivals” Season 11, “Doomsday,” launches Nov. 13! New heroes “Nightcrawler” and “Dracula” join the fight!
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“Marvel Rivals” launches Season 11, “Doomsday,” on Nov. 13, 2026, with new heroes “Nightcrawler” and “Dracula” joining the fight. A new 18-vs.-18 mode, “Chrono Annihilation,” arrives on Nov. 26, alongside an event celebrating the service’s 2nd anniversary and the “Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026” world tournament, with a total prize pool of US$1 million.
Pursue the ultimate racing simulator with “Project Motor Racing”—new DLC “World Endurance Pack” now available, featuring timeless endurance racing!
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Original株式会社セガは、PlayStation®5／XBOX Series X|S／PC用ソフト『Project Motor Racing』の新DLC「World Endurance Pack」を配信開始した。本DLCでは4クラス・11台の車両と富士スピードウェイの新旧6レイアウトが追加され、「Year 1 Season Pass」も販売中である。
Facts
4 new classes
11 vehicles
Save up to 30%
6 course layouts in total
¥7,590 including tax
Companies mentioned：株式会社セガ、セガ、GIANTS Software、Straight4 Studios、Audi、Porsche、Toyota、Olivera、BMW、Chevrolet、Ford、Jaguar、Nissan、Steam、Epic Games Store
Compact collaborative palletizing robot “Palletizy” wins Excellence Award at the 12th Robot Award
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株式会社Closer’s compact collaborative palletizing robot “Palletizy” won the Excellence Award in the agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and food industries category at the 12th Robot Award, co-hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and others.
k.now launches sweepstakes for an album featuring handwritten signatures from every member of a popular K-pop group
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K-POP fan media outlet “k.now,” operated by 株式会社K-NOW JAPAN, has launched a sweepstakes to mark its opening on Nov. 11, 2026, offering 10 albums signed by every member of a popular K-pop group.
VisionVoiceLog launches multilingual functionality; full-scale operation in Chinese and Indonesian begins at エンケイ株式会社
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VisionVoice株式会社 has added multilingual functionality to its AI daily report system, “VisionVoiceLog,” and begun full-scale operation in Chinese and Indonesian at automotive parts manufacturer エンケイ株式会社.
[Welcoming both inexperienced and experienced applicants] 株式会社ブレインアカデミー to hold the Private School Teacher Employment Selection Event 2027 Osaka (Elementary, Junior High, and High School)
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株式会社ブレインアカデミー will hold the “Private School Teacher Employment Selection Event 2027 Osaka” at Grand Front Osaka on Nov. 29, 2026, for teacher positions starting in April 2027.
Rebuilding a blueberry farm and guesthouse in Noto. “ひらみゆき農園” in Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, supported by ZESDA, launches crowdfunding
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“ひらみゆき農園” in Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, supported by the nonprofit organization ZESDA, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to rebuild its processing facility and guesthouse, which were damaged in the Reiwa 6 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. The fundraising goal is ¥3 million.
Members of the public report on Myanmar refugees on the ground as “journalists”; NPO media outlet ganas to run program in Thailand in February 27年
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A call for applications for “Global Media Camp in タイ,” an on-the-ground reporting program for the general public to be run by NPO media outlet ganas in Chiang Mai and Bangkok, Thailand, in February 2027. Participants will cover Myanmar refugees and migrants and publish articles, gaining an understanding of issues in developing countries and developing journalism skills.
Facts
In Chiang Mai and Bangkok, Thailand, in February 2027
About 118 million people worldwide (UNHCR)
Chiang Mai only: 189,800 yen for general participants
Bangkok only: 99,800 yen for general participants and students
Showcasing advanced DX solutions for local communities, childcare and education at “Kodomo×Tech Kansai” and “Chiiki×Tech Kansai”
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AB Circle Japan will exhibit at “Kodomo×Tech Kansai” and “Chiiki×Tech Kansai,” trade shows to be held at Kyoto City Kangyo-kan “Miyako Messe” on November 12–13, 2026. It will display and demonstrate DX solutions, including a school bus boarding and alighting management system and smart card readers, at booth 2-12.
Facts
November 12–13, 2026
2-12
CIR715A
Companies mentioned：AB Circle Japan、AB Circle Japan株式会社、AB Circle
“Nikka Park 岩屋堂 蛍-HOTARU-” gets into full swing alongside the Iwayado autumn foliage light-up! Food event featuring wild boar and deer game sausages, charcoal-roasted sweet potatoes and other autumn flavors
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Originalニッカホーム株式会社は、愛知県瀬戸市の岩屋堂公園で開催される紅葉ライトアップ期間に合わせて、2026年11月14日から23日まで「Nikka Park 岩屋堂 蛍-HOTARU-」にて飲食イベントを開催する。目玉メニューは岡崎ジビエ精肉所 神の使いと連携したイノシシ・シカのジビエフランクであり、炭火焼き芋や豚汁、焼きマシュマロも提供される。
Facts
Original2026年11月14日（土）から11月23日（月・祝）まで
Slow-cooked at a low temperature for at least 90 minutes
Capital: 80 million yen
Number of employees: 1,695 across the group
Annual sales: 71.16 billion yen across the group
Companies mentioned：ニッカホーム株式会社、岡崎ジビエ精肉所 神の使い、一般社団法人レトロカルチャー、旅館福助、Nikka Park 岩屋堂 蛍-HOTARU-
Survey of 1,467 men and women seeking marriage: About 80% of women first look at “face photos,” while about half of men do “no preparation before the photo shoot” — differences in attitudes toward marriage profile photos
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A survey of 1,467 men and women seeking marriage conducted by GROWBING, a member of the 株式会社IBJ Group, found that about 80% of women first look at the face photo on a profile, while about half of men do not prepare before having their photo taken.
Facts
78.9% of women named the face photo as the “first thing they look at”
Annual income (44.5%)
94.8% of men consider “being well-groomed important”
“I didn’t do anything in particular to prepare” accounted for about half (48.3%) of responses about the actual photo shoot
“Tanga Market Ichiban-kan” to open inside Tanga Market!
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“Tanga Market Ichiban-kan,” completed through the Tanga District Land Readjustment Project, will open on November 24, Reiwa 8. Events including a ceremony and distribution of novelty items will be held.
[New book] “If I don’t hold a press conference to apologize within 1 month, I will kill myself” — A countdown to suicide posted on social media. Social suspense novel “432459” goes on sale
A collaboration product featuring a popular puzzle game and Hello Kitty!
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Toy manufacturer 株式会社ジーピー will release “Ubongo Hello Kitty,” a collaboration product featuring Sanrio’s Hello Kitty and the puzzle game Ubongo, on Dec. 11, 2026.
Facts
Price: 1,600 yen
1,760 yen including tax
Release date: Dec. 11, 2026
Number of players: 1-4
Ages 7 and up
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジーピー、株式会社サンリオ、GP Inc. Japan.
For EC marketplace sellers | A guide to identifying gaps in product-page appeals and how to address them through consumer research [November 2026 edition]
Cybertrust and Atmark Techno collaborate on IoT security, with a view to supporting higher-level JC-STAR compliance
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Cybertrust and Atmark Techno will jointly conduct a PoC to standardize and support compliance for device authentication using electronic certificates for ABOS-equipped devices, with a view to supporting higher-level JC-STAR compliance.
For manufacturers | A report on how to reduce the time spent preparing proposals and quotations [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社AIworker has released a free report for manufacturers on how to reduce the time spent preparing proposals and quotations. Drawing on the current labor shortage and challenges in adopting generative AI, the report presents results from using a hypothetical project to create an AI-generated draft (about 11 minutes) and outlines the scope for AI use in 4 types of documents, including internal approval requests.
Notice of the launch of “DMS Mail Delivery,” a DM-focused delivery service, and “PosSapo™,” a delivery support app
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株式会社ディーエムエス will launch “DMS Mail Delivery,” a delivery service specializing in mailbox delivery of direct mail, in November 2026, and will launch “PosSapo™,” a delivery support app for delivery operators, at the same time.
MIXI, JENESIS, and Altair Semiconductor jointly win “IoT Global Awards 2026”
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MIXI, JENESIS, and Altair Semiconductor jointly won the “Connected Consumer & Smart Home” category at “IoT Global Awards 2026.” The award recognized the consumer productization of MIXI’s children’s GPS device, “Mitene Mimamori GPS Talk Plus,” using iSIM technology.
Enjin (7370) establishes CAIO (Chief AI Officer) to oversee company-wide AI strategy
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株式会社Enjin announced that it has established the position of CAIO (Chief AI Officer) to oversee company-wide AI strategy, effective Dec. 1, 2026, and that Honda Kei, representative director of 株式会社AI Accelerator, will take up the role. Following results showing that AI use in the production department reduced workload by more than 50%, the company aims to cut in-house production costs by about 50% by the end of the fiscal year ending May 2027, and targets a 1–3 percentage-point improvement in its consolidated operating profit margin.
Facts
We reduced the workload across all operations by more than 50%
We aim to reduce monthly in-house production costs by about 50%
We aim to improve the consolidated operating profit margin by 1–3 percentage points
Consolidated sales of 10 billion yen for the fiscal year ending May 2031
Operating profit of 3 billion yen
Operating profit margin of 30%
Expected to shrink by about 50% compared with October of the same year
All employees report monthly on examples of using AI in their work... The AI usage rate has remained at 100% since June 2026
The reduction in manual work is 95% or more
An estimate that AI has replaced work worth about 10 million yen annually
For plant operations departments | A guide to implementing automated valve operation and product comparisons [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released the November 2026 edition of “A Guide to Implementing Automated Valve Operation and Product Comparisons” for plant operations departments. Statistics from the 消防庁 indicate that accidents caused by human factors are common, and the report explains how to compare safeguards and select products.
Winner of the Japan Stationery Awards 2026 Grand Prix: Much-awaited grid ruling arrives for spiralnote basic, the “ultimate basic” notebook
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マルマン株式会社 is adding a grid-ruled version to the 150-sheet “spiral note BASIC” notebook, winner of the Japan Stationery Awards 2026 Grand Prix. Shipping begins Nov. 27, 2026, and the product goes on sale Dec. 3.
ZENRIN Maps API and application development have been adopted for “PosSapo™,” a delivery support app provided by DMS Co., Ltd.
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株式会社ゼンリンデータコム announced that its ZENRIN Maps API and application development technology have been adopted for 株式会社ディーエムエス’s delivery support app, “PosuSapo™”.
＜Now accepting visitors＞Experience the real world that online searches can’t reveal! “Femtech Japan Femcare Japan 2026” to be held in Omotesando on 12/10 (Thu)
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“Femtech Japan Femcare Japan 2026,” hosted by 株式会社G-Place, will be held in Omotesando on December 10, 2026. 30–40 companies will exhibit, and admission is 980 yen.
Facts
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026
Approximately 30–40 companies and organizations
Approximately 800–1,000 people
Admission: 980 yen
94.6% rated their satisfaction as “satisfied” or “somewhat satisfied”
Holiday Collection, 2nd release: Original charm giveaway and SNS campaign now underway
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The 2nd release of the Holiday Collection from the British fragrance brand “モルトンブラウン” goes on sale starting November 11. Customers who spend 15,000 yen or more will receive an original charm, and an SNS post campaign is also underway.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 11
12 SKUs in total
7.5 ml
15,000 yen (tax included)
Oct. 28 (Wed)
11/25 (Wed.)
50 winners
Companies mentioned：モルトンブラウンジャパン株式会社、モルトンブラウン、MOLTON BROWN
【AI Guardian Business Launch Series, 1st Initiative: Cybersecurity Business】Fuva Brain begins developing AI integrated analysis features for its proprietary security product, “Eye“247” Safety Zone”
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株式会社フーバーブレイン has begun developing AI integrated analysis features for its proprietary endpoint security product, “Eye“247” Safety Zone.” It plans to begin a phased release from April 2027 onward, with full-scale availability targeted for April 2028. It is also working to deliver an “AI SOC” service powered by SOC analysts and group engineers.
10th anniversary of Japan Heritage designation! “Japan Heritage Walk in Taiji Town: Night Museum” to be held in 和歌山県
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A whaling culture walking event commemorating the 10th anniversary of Japan Heritage designation, “Living with Whales: Japan Heritage Walk in Taiji Town: Night Museum,” will be held on December 19, 2026, in Taiji Town, Higashimuro District, 和歌山県.
Facts
10th anniversary of Japan Heritage designation
Reiwa 8 (2026), December 19
Capacity: up to 30 people
Minimum number of participants: 18
Original参加費：1人400円
Night Museum admission: 3,600 yen
Companies mentioned：熊野灘捕鯨文化継承協議会、和歌山県、東牟婁振興局地域づくり課、太地町立くじらの博物館、Microsoft Forms
JR東海 and 和歌山県東牟婁振興局 will co-host “Nante Nanki! Tourism Fair” at Nagoya Station on November 21 and 22, 2026. The event will share tourism information about the Nanki area through promotions for the Nanki limited express train, a quiz rally, a prize drawing, and a mini aquarium.
Facts
Prizes will be prepared for a total of 2,000 people over 2 days
Pair admission tickets (5 pairs)
Wakayama plum wine “Binchotan no Shirabe” (2 people)
One Nanki specialty product of your choice (940 people)
2026.11.12 (Thu)–Christmas Advent Tenjin Central Park venue “QTnet presents Hikari no Forest” begins
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株式会社QTnet will hold “QTnet presents Hikari no Forest” at Tenjin Central Park from November 12 to December 25, 2026, featuring illuminations and a prize drawing campaign.
Voice actor digital clock “C’CLOCK” 54th release features Seina Hoshiki! Orders open at Smash Core from noon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026!
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株式会社スマッシュコアエンターテインメント will begin taking orders at noon on November 11, 2026, for a model featuring Seina Hoshiki as the 54th release in its “C’CLOCK” voice actor digital clock series.
Facts
54th release
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
More than 130
Capital: 5,000,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社スマッシュコアエンターテインメント、smashcore.shop、aptepro inc.
Medical On-Demand Seminar 2026 now available on demand
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NECネクサソリューションズ is offering the “Medical On-Demand Seminar 2026” on demand through January 29, 2027. The program includes presentations on revisions to medical service fees and cybersecurity measures.
JFEエンジニアリング株式会社’s joint proposal with 株式会社マリンソリューションズ, “Technology Development to Reduce the Burden of Lashing Work on Ships Using Assistive Equipment,” has been selected for 国土交通省’s “4th Port Technology Development Program.”
[Southernmost tip of Awaji Island] Small luxury hotel “BE WANDERLUST HOTEL,” with all 14 rooms perched atop a mountain, to open Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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株式会社バルニバービ will open the 14-room small luxury hotel “BE WANDERLUST HOTEL” atop a mountain in Ama, Minamiawaji, Hyogo Prefecture, on December 1, 2026. The site covers approximately 2,640 tsubo, with architectural design by 株式会社ADX and interior design by STUDIO DIG. and others. Facilities include the 12-seat “Restaurant UZU,” exclusively for guests, a panoramic sauna, and a pool. The standard rate starts at ¥90,000 (tax included; service charge not included).
Facts
14 rooms in total
Dec. 1, 2026
12 seats
Approximately 2,640 tsubo
8,724 square meters
90,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社バルニバービ、株式会社ADX、STUDIO DIG.、株式会社Yard Works、Plus y
“Truck Car Navi” launches “AI Voice Navigation,” supporting knowledge-building and safe driving through natural conversations with drivers
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株式会社ナビタイムジャパン launched “AI Voice Navigation” on November 11, 2026, as a new feature in its truck-only navigation app “Truck Car Navi.” It supports safe driving and knowledge-building through natural conversations with drivers. The feature is available to Premium Plus Course members and includes 3 main functions: a field map, navigation customization, and interactive route-change suggestions.
A premium travel plan for Nagoya’s Osu district! FM AICHI’s “KOMEHYO presents オスラバ” launches new project “オスラバ Tours, Open Only on Friday Nights”!
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FM AICHI’s program “KOMEHYO presents オスラバ” has launched “オスラバ Tours, Open Only on Friday Nights,” a new project offering premium walking plans in Osu. For the first episode, Buddhist statue illustrator Hiromi Tanaka will appear as a guest and introduce temples and Buddhist statues in Osu.
Focaccia baked in an in-store oven arrives at セブンカフェ ベーカリー! “お店で焼いた フォカッチーズ” launches on Tuesday, November 17!
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch “お店で焼いた フォカッチーズ,” focaccia baked in an in-store oven, on November 17. It is priced at ¥340.20 (tax included). The company also announced that cumulative sales of セブンカフェ have exceeded 10 billion cups.
Voice actors Hana Hishikawa and Kazuki Ura appear as guests! Ura visits a zoo to prepare for his role in “桃源暗鬼,” but gets an unexpected result…!? He also shares his interactions with Hiroshi Kamiya. Hishikawa reveals behind-the-scenes stories from recording “とある暗部の少女共棲”
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Voice actors Hana Hishikawa and Kazuki Ura appeared as guests on episode 105 of “SHIBUYA ANIME BASE,” broadcast on the ABEMA Anime Channel, and discussed behind-the-scenes stories and character preparation for “とある暗部の少女共棲” and “桃源暗鬼.” The program also featured a conversation between Kikunosuke Toya and Hiiro Ishibashi, as well as an introduction to the fall anime season by Yuki Iwai.
The next installment of the stage play “COROLLA” will be performed in October 2027!
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株式会社KRIST announced that “COROLLA side Amphisbaena,” the next installment of the stage play “COROLLA,” which was performed in 2026, will run at Sogetsu Hall in Tokyo from October 1 to October 10, 2027. Kohei Shioda wrote the original concept and script, and Kenta Suga will direct.
アストンマーティン Vantage closes out the 2026 FIA WEC season with a brilliant podium finish
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アストンマーティン Vantage took its 6th podium of the season at the final round of the 2026 FIA WEC, the Monza 6 Hours, with The Heart of Racing’s No. 23 car finishing 2nd. The team ended the season 5th in the LMGT3 team standings and 7th in the drivers’ standings.
Facts
The season’s 6th podium finish
5th in the LMGT3 team standings
Finished 2nd
7th in the LMGT3 drivers’ standings
No. 23 アストンマーティン Vantage GT3
4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine
40 minutes into the race
Swaps with Barrichello while running 9th
Pits after moving up to 3rd
The last 2 laps
No. 27 Vantage GT3
Finished in 10th place
アストンマーティン, founded in 1913
Lagonda was founded in 1899
In 1947, together with アストンマーティン
In 2020, Lawrence Stroll…
Companies mentioned：アストンマーティン、アストンマーティン・ラゴンダ、Aston Martin Japan合同会社、Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc、The Heart of Racing、THOR、AMR、Car Blanche by RSL、Blackthorn、BMW、ポルシェ
【霧島横川蒸留所】Limited release of “Single Malt Whisky Kirishima Ryoma” on November 15, the birth date of Sakamoto Ryoma!
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アットスター株式会社 will release “Single Malt Whisky Kirishima Ryoma” from 霧島横川蒸留所 in a limited edition timed for November 15, the birth date of Sakamoto Ryoma.
Facts
Nov. 15
Available in 2 sizes: 700 ml and 300 ml
November 15, Tenpo 6 (1835)
Approximately 160 years later
[Alcohol content] 50%
[Price] 700 ml: ¥11,150 (tax included)
/ 300 ml: ¥5,500 (tax included)
[Quantity] Limited to 100 bottles each
[Release date] November 15, 2026
A historic distillery with more than 75 years of shochu production
Obtained a whisky manufacturing license in 2023
Craftspeople with more than 25 years of experience
メゾンカカオ’s Christmas collection “SNOW GARDEN” launches on 11/14. Snowflakes bloom like flowers. A captivating winter landscape, accompanied by chocolate.
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メゾンカカオ will launch its Christmas limited-edition collection “SNOW GARDEN” on November 14, 2026. All 5 products, including 3 varieties of aromatic nama chocolate, nama gâteau chocolat, and nama chocolate cookies, will be available at all stores and through the online shop.
Learn the “conditions for being chosen by AI” and the “secrets behind hit products”! “Commerce NEXT Trend,” an in-person event for e-commerce businesses, to be held [12/7 <Free admission>]
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The free in-person event “Commerce NEXT Trend 2026” for e-commerce businesses, hosted by 株式会社日本流通産業新聞社, will be held on December 7, featuring a special lecture by 博報堂ＤＹホールディングス and an awards ceremony for the “Mail Order and E-Commerce Hit Product Grand Prix 2026,” among other events.
Notice of “Christmas Memories,” a joint event by ノリタケの森 × イオンモール Nagoya Noritake Garden
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ノリタケの森 and イオンモール Nagoya Noritake Garden will jointly hold the Christmas event “Christmas Memories” from November 7 to December 25, 2026. To mark the 25th and 5th anniversaries of their openings, illuminations and decorations will be featured around the metasequoia tree and red-brick buildings.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
Friday, Dec. 25
This marks its 5th edition
25th anniversary of opening
5th anniversary of opening
Approximately 4 meters tall
Number of bulbs: approximately 30,000
Companies mentioned：ノリタケ株式会社、ノリタケの森、イオンモール Nagoya Noritake Garden
Accelerating GTM strategy with expertise, AI, and databases. How Maroo uses “KIJI” to build the foundation for enterprise sales organizations
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株式会社Maroo introduced DATAZORA株式会社’s corporate intelligence platform “KIJI,” reducing the time needed to create sales lists from approximately 3 days to approximately 20 minutes. By integrating AI and using direct department phone numbers, it has improved targeting accuracy and connection rates, accelerating the execution of its GTM strategy.
オークラグループ, led by オークラ輸送機, plans to open “Okura Material Handling College” in April 2027 to develop talent in the logistics field, strengthening engineering education for people without prior experience.
[TAC Certified Public Accountant] Online seminar “How to Pass: Ask Successful Candidates Who Studied at TAC” to be held from 18:00 on 11/14 (Sat.)!
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TAC株式会社 will hold the free online seminar “How to Pass: Ask Successful Candidates” for its certified public accountant course from 18:00 on Saturday, November 14.
“Job Comi,” connecting ready-to-work talent with stores, launches in earnest at 50 facilities nationwide
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株式会社ジョブコミュニティ, a subsidiary of 株式会社HataLuck and Person, will officially launch its talent-matching service “Job Comi” on November 11, 2026, at 50 commercial facilities nationwide operated by Mitsui Fudosan Retail Management.
Facts
50 facilities nationwide
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
More than 70 people have been matched
Companies mentioned：三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、株式会社HataLuck and Person、株式会社ジョブコミュニティ
“Job Comi,” connecting ready-to-work talent with stores, launches in earnest at 50 facilities nationwide
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株式会社ジョブコミュニティ’s “Job Comi” will be officially introduced at 50 facilities nationwide operated by Mitsui Fudosan Retail Management from November 11, 2026, aiming to secure ready-to-work talent by matching with people who have experience at the facilities.
Facts
50 facilities nationwide
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
More than 70 people
Companies mentioned：三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、株式会社HataLuck and Person、株式会社ジョブコミュニティ
From “just talking” to AI characters that “react.” Vtkool launches conversation-linked facial expression and motion control
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GeeXai株式会社 launched a feature on its AI character conversation platform “Vtkool” on November 10, 2026, that automatically selects a character’s facial expressions and movements based on the conversation. The feature uses the AI model “Jev,” developed by 米TypeSafe AI, and is designed to separate response generation from behavior selection.
Fiction-posting site “Caita” launches joint research with 近畿大学 on “the experience of writing in the AI era”
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カイタ株式会社 has begun joint research with the Tomo Laboratory at 近畿大学’s Faculty of Business Administration to compare and analyze AI writing assistance in 2 different settings: report writing and novel writing. Caita is also participating in a business idea contest, and the release mentions initiatives such as the Growth Project and discovering past award-winning works.
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96.7% of students use AI in some form
Conducted among 389 first-year students in the Faculty of Business Administration at 近畿大学
Instantly self-check the risks of in-store POP displays. AI advertising review tool “TRUSQUETTA” launches mobile version for retail and distribution industries
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株式会社トラスクエタ has launched a browser-based mobile version of its AI tool “TRUSQUETTA,” which automates checks of advertising regulations, including the PMD Act and the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations. Designed for the retail and distribution industries, it enables on-site staff to check POP displays and advertising copy instantly on smartphones, with no additional charge for existing corporate customers. It will be unveiled at the Industrial Exchange Exhibition 2026, which opens on November 11.
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“Industrial Exchange Exhibition 2026,” opening on November 11
【肉汁餃子のダンダダン】190-yen highballs before tax and a fortune slip: “2026 Large Highball Festival” to run for a limited time starting Friday, November 13!
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株式会社ダンダダン will hold the “2026 Large Highball Festival” for a limited time from November 13 to December 31, 2026, offering highballs made with ホワイトホース for ¥190 before tax and giving a fortune slip to customers who purchase a large highball.
Launch of proposals for “Better Living with Electrical Equipment” (Wiring: Apartment Edition), developing wiring plans to meet residents’ diverse lifestyles
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パナソニックEW has developed model wiring plans (3LDK and 1LDK) to meet the diverse lifestyles of apartment residents, under the supervision of architect 寳神尚史, and began offering proposals on November 11, 2026.
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75.4% of homeowners are dissatisfied with the location or number of electrical outlets
【Call for forum participants】NSBT Innovative Tour 2026 to be held in Fukuoka and Nagasaki
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一般社団法人安全保障ビジネスイノベーション協会（SBIJ） will hold “NSBT Innovative Tour 2026” in Fukuoka and Nagasaki on December 9 and 10, 2026. Day 1 will feature a forum to hear about the Japan Self-Defense Forces’ on-the-ground needs, and Day 2 will include a tour of a military base, promoting collaboration between private companies and the defense sector.
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Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026
Up to 150 people
Up to 40 people
Free members: ¥5,000
Nonmembers: ¥10,000
NSBT Japan general members: ¥121,000
NSBT Japan corporate members: ¥99,000
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人安全保障ビジネスイノベーション協会、SBIJ、ANAクラウンプラザホテル福岡、陸上自衛隊 大村駐屯地、海上自衛隊 大村基地、NSBT Japan
Student and graduation trips offering “satisfaction beyond price.” Premium Da Nang and World Heritage course now on sale to travel agencies. Subtitle~
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株式会社クロノス・インターナショナル and サザンブリーズ株式会社 have begun selling a premium Da Nang and World Heritage course using ベトナム航空, aimed at student and graduation trips and available to travel agencies nationwide.
A new era of protecting dogs’ health at a café. MIRANEST CAFE to grand open in Josui, Fukuoka, on November 20, 2026
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MIRANEST株式会社 will grand open “MIRANEST CAFE” in Josui, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, on November 20, 2026. The 1st floor will offer consultations with veterinary nurses, while the 2nd floor will provide veterinary examinations and spa care, proposing preventive health care and a lifestyle centered on natural edible bird’s nests.
11 saunas nationwide you should visit now announced! Winners of “SAUNACHELIN 2026,” now in its 9th year, selected
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TTNE株式会社 announced on November 11, 2026, the 11 saunas nationwide to visit now as part of “SAUNACHELIN 2026,” along with 11 individuals and groups who contributed to the development of sauna culture in “Saunner of the Year 2026.” The No. 1 spot went to TOTOPA Hakata Station Front. Sponsors include HARVIA, カバヤ食品, and libio.
Bringing Japan’s robata culture to the world. Milan’s “ROBATA燗（KAN）” overcomes damage from a tram derailment and reopens on November 11, 2026
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Japanese-style pub “ROBATA燗（KAN）” in Milan, Italy, has rebuilt after being damaged in a tram derailment that occurred 3 months after it opened, and will reopen on November 11, 2026. Its operator, SAMURAI FOOD SRL, and parent company 株式会社絶好調 say they will continue promoting robata culture globally and expanding overseas.
Impact-absorbing flooring and mats “ころやわ®,” which reduce the risk of fractures from falls, win the top prize in the Safety and Monitoring Tech category at the “Kaigo no Nakamā Awards 2026”
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株式会社Magic Shields’ impact-absorbing flooring and mats “ころやわ®” won the top prize in the Safety and Monitoring Tech category at the “Kaigo no Nakamā Awards 2026.”
【日本トレカセンター】3.5th Anniversary Grand Celebration! — “All in on .5” — kicks off at 11:11 a.m. on Nov. 11! A 35-day event featuring a “Gathering Oripa” with 350 participants on opening day
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株式会社日本トレカセンター will hold “3.5th Anniversary Grand Celebration! — All in on .5 —” at 11:11 a.m. on Nov. 11, 2026, to mark the 3.5th anniversary of its online Oripa service, 日本トレカセンター. The company will stage a variety of events over 35 days, including a “Gathering Oripa” with 350 participants on the first day.
【箱根仙石原プリンスホテル】Marking “Good Letter Day,” a travel experience that shares the warmth of handwritten notes during the cold season: “A Journey to Send a Message from Sengokuhara” plan
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箱根仙石原プリンスホテル will offer the “A Journey to Send a Message from Sengokuhara” plan from Nov. 23, 2026, through Mar. 31, 2027. The experience, which shares the warmth of handwritten notes, includes “HITOKOTO-sen,” a collaborative product by 箱根ラリック美術館 and 鳩居堂, as well as postcards created by Kana Yamada. The plan is available in Superior rooms from ¥17,300 per person, including dinner.
Custom Japan begins carrying “G-Craft” as the 6th addition to its expanded motorcycle custom parts lineup
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株式会社カスタムジャパン has begun carrying the domestic brand “G-Craft” as the 6th addition to its expanded motorcycle custom parts lineup. It offers custom seats, carriers, swingarms and other products for the Monkey 125 and CT125, supporting product recommendations by motorcycle shops and repair facilities nationwide.
America’s favorite sponge “スクラブダディ,” with about 8 sold every second, to open its first pop-up store in Japan! Free meeting reservations now open for buyers and retailers
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America’s favorite sponge “スクラブダディ” will hold its first pop-up store in Japan at 渋谷ロフト. Free meeting reservations are being accepted for buyers and retailers.
Facts
From Dec. 1 (Tuesday) through 14 (Monday)
Now available in 90 countries worldwide
Recorded sales of about ¥1 billion in its first year in South Korea
Cumulative views of short videos have surpassed 100 million
A “self-study cafe” for high school students opens in Nishitakaya
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株式会社スターベルズ opened “Juku no Mae (tentative name),” a self-study cafe for high school students, in Nishitakaya, Higashihiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, on Nov. 4, 2026.
RESCUE-1, a specialist team that retrieves motorcycles from below cliffs, offers free satellite Wi-Fi at rescue sites outside cellular coverage
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一般社団法人RESCUE-1 has launched an initiative to offer free Wi-Fi from Starlink satellite internet installed in its rescue vehicles, limited to the duration of towing operations at mountain and forest road accident sites where mobile phone signals are unavailable.
KaleidoTrack™ launches, measuring weekly how companies are represented in AI search and helping them improve — a survey across 30 industries found that 99.6% of AI answers cite third-party websites
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株式会社Officefaction has launched KaleidoTrack™ for AI Search, a service that measures and helps improve companies’ visibility in AI search on a weekly basis. The company released findings from a survey across 30 industries, showing that 99.6% of AI answers cite third-party websites.
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Monthly users of Google AI Mode surpass 1 billion
Analyzed the text and sources of a total of 6,000 answers
In 26 of 30 industries, third-party websites were the most frequently cited
Companies mentioned：株式会社Officefaction、Google、ChatGPT、ヴァリューズ、日本経済新聞、サイバーエージェント、GEOラボ、YouTube、note、my-best、Googleマップ、Googleショッピング、Yahoo!知恵袋、Perplexity、Gemini、Claude、AI Search Dock
【Crowdfunding surpasses ¥4.6 million】New special-printing karuta set “Reptile Karuta” goes on general sale Nov. 11 (Wednesday)! “GAMOTTO Lab. Official Online Store” also grand-opens the same day
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The brand “GAMOTTO Lab.” from 株式会社千葉印刷 will begin general sales of “Reptile Karuta,” a new karuta set made using special printing technology, on Nov. 11, 2026. Support for its advance crowdfunding campaign surpassed ¥4.6 million, and the official online store also grand-opened on the same day.
“You’re such a fun mom.” “Let’s keep doing our best together.” — 2 things that moved the hearts of caregivers
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一般社団法人けあとともに selected 2 works for the “100 Care Words” collection of words and stories about caregiving as the Keatomo Award winners. It also announced a new call for submissions from November 11, 2026, to September 11, 2027.
Develops “Argon Gas Replacement Cosmo Pack” to reduce quality deterioration caused by oxidation of contents
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株式会社カナエ has developed the “Argon Gas Replacement Cosmo Pack,” a high-barrier, three-dimensional molded package designed to reduce quality deterioration caused by oxidation of its contents.
WGSN launches AI-powered feature Catwalks AI Dashboard.
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WGSN has launched Catwalks AI Dashboard, an AI-powered feature that consolidates and analyzes real-time catwalk data. 伊藤忠ファッションシステム株式会社 is WGSN’s distributor in Japan.
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Within up to 24 hours after the show ends
Since its establishment about 30 years ago
More than 6,500 companies around the world
Founded in the UK in 1998
Has been in a business partnership with WGSN LIMITED since 2015
Event report: Taiga Takahashi, representative of Smoothie Studio, speaks at AI Film Festival Japan 2026
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Taiga Takahashi, representative director of 株式会社スムージースタジオ, spoke at the session “How Can We Develop Japanese IP?” at the 第二回 AI Japan International Film Festival (AIFJ 2026), held on November 1, 2026.
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2026
Nov. 1
10:35〜11:15
July 26, 2023
Companies mentioned：株式会社スムージースタジオ、株式会社ツクリエ、東京コンテンツインキュベーションセンター、TCIC、Tokyo Innovation Base、TIB、株式会社AI Film Japan
AdDice’s SEE GAUGE AI climate control system installed at Mazda headquarters
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The SEE GAUGE AI climate control system provided by 株式会社アドダイス is set to be installed at the Hiroshima headquarters building of マツダ株式会社. This will be the AI system’s first installation in the automotive industry.
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2025 (Public Interest Incorporated Association) Japan Facility Management Association
Japanese language learning management system (LMS) goes on sale: Nihongo UGuru for businesses centrally manages foreign talent’s Japanese language education and learning progress — November 11, 2026
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株式会社アプティグローバル launched its Nihongo UGuru Japanese language learning management system for businesses on November 11, 2026. Starting at 640 yen per month, it supports foreign talent’s learning and helps companies manage it.
Facts
Original月額640円（1名／税別）
Initial fee (account registration and orientation): 30,000 yen (before tax)
Using AI to study the vibrancy of festivals: Oriental Consultants and Intelligence Design quantify activity at the Yonomori Cherry Blossom Festival in Tomioka, Fukushima Prefecture
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Intelligence Design株式会社 and Oriental Consultants conducted an activity survey using AI video analysis at the Yonomori Cherry Blossom Festival in Tomioka, Fukushima Prefecture, quantifying visitors’ dwell times and behavior.
株式会社RYODEN will exhibit at ROBONEXT2026, to be held at INTEX Osaka from December 2 to 4, 2026, showcasing its latest solutions, including automation systems using collaborative robots and AMRs.
株式会社RYODEN will exhibit at Smart Building EXPO, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from December 2 to 4, 2026, showcasing its R-AC CONNECT environmental service and off-site construction methods.