A company’s credibility is determined in “the first 2 hours.” Seminar on crisis communications and everyday PR to be held in Kyobashi, Tokyo, on Monday, December 7
A total of ¥3,000,000, including group donations added to customer contributions, presented to 熊本県大阪事務所 to support recovery efforts in Kumamoto Prefecture
[e.m.] 30th brand anniversary! Commemorative exhibition report and limited collection
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イー・エム・デザイン株式会社, operator of the jewelry brand [e.m.], marks its 30th anniversary in November 2026. It will hold a commemorative exhibition in Harajuku, Tokyo, showcasing archives and a limited collection. Anniversary and new collections are also being released under the [e.m.], [LOVE BY e.m.] and [little emblem] brands.
Facts
30th brand anniversary
The brand marked its 30th anniversary on November 11, 2026
Exhibition event held October 21–25
Pinky ring ¥46,200
Black cubic zirconia and pearl ring ¥47,300
Anniversary-year limited items available through October 31, 2027
Founded in 1996 by Eijiro Nakatani and Masayoshi Tobita
Companies mentioned：イー・エム・デザイン株式会社、e.m.、e.m.group、ラフォーレミュージアム原宿、LOVE BY e.m.、little emblem、ZOZOTOWN
[Tokyo, Akasaka, Thursday, December 17] Attorney Shohei Sugita, a leading expert in legal affairs related to the employment of foreign nationals, to hold a special year-end seminar reviewing 2026
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株式会社ユネクト and ICHIGOICHIE CONSULTING, INC. will hold a special year-end seminar for businesses involved in services related to the employment of foreign nationals in Akasaka, Tokyo, on December 17, 2026. Attorney Shohei Sugita will review legal and institutional reforms in 2026, and a discussion will also be held with guests including Kazuo Miura.
Facts
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026
From 15:00
Capacity: 80 people
Original1名2,000円
Original1名8,000円
About 100 Philippine sending organizations
Companies mentioned：株式会社ユネクト、ICHIGOICHIE CONSULTING, INC.、弁護士法人Global HR Strategy、Our Lady of Fatima University
- The future of the Korea-Japan energy partnership - Discussing measures to strengthen public-private cooperation between Korea and Japan toward carbon neutrality and more resilient energy supply chains
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駐大阪大韓民国総領事館 held the 18th Kansai Korea-Japan Economic Forum in Osaka on November 10, where participants discussed measures to strengthen public-private cooperation between Korea and Japan toward carbon neutrality and more resilient energy supply chains. About 200 people attended, and areas for cooperation such as economic security, hydrogen, and LNG were discussed.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10
Every year since 2008
And accounts for 20% of Japan's total trade
With “Designing a Future Society for Our Lives” as its theme in 2025
[November 11 is Umaibo Day] Fans' favorite Umaibo flavor will be chosen by village residents! First-ever village vote, the “Umaibo General Election,” to be held on the official fan site “Umaimura”
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Cloud Circus will hold the first-ever village vote, the “Umaibo General Election,” on “Umaimura,” the official fan site operated by Yaokin, a consolidated subsidiary of Startia Holdings, to mark Umaibo Day on November 11. It will also launch a new game, “Collect Konpeito,” and a membership rank feature.
[福岡大学] Taiko drum club (鼓舞猿) performs at the “2026 Nanying International Folk Arts Festival” held in Taiwan
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福岡大学's taiko drum club (鼓舞猿) took part as Japan's representative and performed at the “2026 Nanying International Folk Arts Festival” held in Tainan, Taiwan.
KRAFTON announces results for the third quarter of 2026
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KRAFTON announced its results for the third quarter of 2026, posting revenue of 971.4 billion won and operating profit of 225 billion won. Cumulative revenue and operating profit reached record highs. The company also reported solid growth in its PUBG IP, development updates on new IPs “Subnautica 2” and “PUBG: DED.NET,” the release of its AI technology “Raon-1 mini Preview,” and a major shareholder return.
A satisfying, indulgent dish that cheese lovers won't be able to resist: “Cheese-Smothered Chewy Fresh Pasta” launches today from Kanto Diet Cook — Enjoy the chewy texture of house-made noodles and plenty of cheese sauce
WOTA's “WOTA Duo™” water-supply best-mix diagnostic service included in the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's “Water Supply and Sewerage DX Technology Catalog [Practical Application Edition]”
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WOTA株式会社's “WOTA Duo™” water-supply best-mix diagnostic service has been included in the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's “Water Supply and Sewerage DX Technology Catalog [Practical Application Edition].”
“Owners should learn first, for their beloved dogs”: Aiming to spread this culture, ワンライセンス official supporters get started
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一般社団法人愛犬家エキスパート検定協会 has welcomed ワンライセンス graduates as “official supporters” and launched its official Instagram account, aiming to create a society where people and dogs coexist through owner education and the promotion of good manners.
ネットギア launches AV platform “NETGEAR Align Controller”
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ネットギアジャパン合同会社 has begun sales of the AV platform “NETGEAR Align Controller” and will unveil it in Japan for the first time at “Inter BEE 2026,” taking place at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 18, 2026.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
Supports 45 protocols
A standard adopted by more than 625 Pro AV manufacturers
Job Community and ツナググループ form business partnership, linking the Job Com human resources circulation platform with the Alumunia alumni talent pool; full-scale launch begins Wednesday, Nov. 11
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株式会社ジョブコミュニティ and ツナググループ have formed a business partnership and will launch a service linking the Job Com human resources circulation platform for commercial facilities with the Alumunia reemployment support system for former employees from Nov. 11.
Don’t let FDE projects end after 1 engagement. TorchUp releases free guide explaining how to turn project deliverables into “shared components and operational offerings”
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株式会社TorchUp has released a free white paper explaining how to turn deliverables from commissioned development and FDE projects into “shared components and operational offerings.” The document covers a 3-layer framework for organizing them, steps for ongoing operations, and an inventory worksheet.
【IFME×Tennoji Zoo】New collaborative sneakers featuring polar bear Hou-chan are here! Featuring original illustrations by marble SUD, available in baby and kids’ sizes
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Collaborative sneakers by children’s footwear brand IFME and Tennoji Zoo will be sold at ZOOQLE, the zoo’s gift shop operated by 株式会社近鉄リテーリング. The design features original illustrations by apparel brand marble SUD and is inspired by the polar bear Hou-chan.
90% of registered students attend Waseda or Keio or higher | Percify就活, a selective high-caliber graduate recruitment platform, officially launches | Seeking participating companies
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Percify株式会社 has officially launched Percify就活, a selective, high-caliber graduate recruitment platform. 90% of registered students attend Waseda or Keio or higher. The platform provides companies with direct access to students from top universities, scouting, and special selection routes through a company management portal and a student app.
Facts
90% of registered students attend Waseda or Keio or higher
More than 1,500 students have applied
Waseda University and Keio University: 50%
Former Imperial Universities: 25%
Hitotsubashi University, Institute of Science Tokyo, and overseas universities: 15%
Other: 10%
A self-promotion statement of at least 400 characters is required of all applicants
Participating companies gave an average satisfaction rating of 8.9 out of 10
あどばる and the Japan Home Staging Association to co-host real estate networking event
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株式会社あどばる and 一般社団法人日本ホームステージング協会 will jointly hold a “Real Estate Networking Event” for real estate industry professionals at Tokyo International Forum on Nov. 16, 2026.
Create an application form just by attaching estimates or invoices. rakumo ワークフロー adds AI agent support
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rakumo株式会社 has launched the full version of “rakumo エージェント,” an AI agent for its “rakumo for Google Workspace” series of cloud-based groupware extension tools. Integrated with the electronic approval system “rakumo ワークフロー,” it helps users create application forms by attaching documents or using chat.
Allganize, provider of generative AI and AI agent platforms, to exhibit at the “7th AI and Artificial Intelligence EXPO [Autumn],” opening today at Makuhari Messe and running through Nov. 13
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Allganize Japan株式会社 will exhibit at the “7th AI and Artificial Intelligence EXPO [Autumn]” at Makuhari Messe, showcasing generative AI solutions including “Alli Coworker” and “Alli LLM App Market.”
ブルーイノベーション signs strategic business partnership with Elith社 to enhance BEP capabilities
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ブルーイノベーション株式会社 signed a business partnership with AI research and development company Elith社 on Nov. 11, 2026, to enhance the capabilities of its proprietary “BEP” platform and advance AI adoption in the social infrastructure sector.
宝酒造インターナショナル has developed “Gohan Takitate Jozu,” an overseas-only rice enhancer under the 京寶 brand, in collaboration with U.S.-based ミューチャルトレーディング社, based on the 宝グループ Vision2050. Global rollout is planned for around January 2027.
Marriott Bonvoy Hosts Landmark “Marriott Bonvoy Japan Golf Day 2026”
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Marriott Bonvoy, part of マリオット・インターナショナル, held “Marriott Bonvoy Japan Golf Day 2026” at 六甲国際ゴルフ俱楽部 in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 5, 2026. The 73 participants held a charity auction that raised approximately ¥680,000 in total.
Launch of a “Third-Party Security Assessment Service for the Public Sector” that complies with the Government Unified Standards and DS-221 and provides AI-based source code diagnostics and autonomous penetration testing
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株式会社SHIFT has launched a “Third-Party Security Assessment Service for the Public Sector” that complies with the Government Unified Standards and DS-221. The service combines AI analysis using AWS Security Agent and Amazon Bedrock with verification by more than 250 specialist engineers in a hybrid system, supporting vulnerability assessments of systems used by central government ministries and local governments.
Facts
Starting today, Wednesday, November 11, 2026
More than 15,000 security support engagements to date (※)
More than 250 specialist engineers
Preliminary findings provided in as little as 1 day
Elith and ブルーイノベーション form strategic business alliance to enhance the capabilities of “Blue Earth Platform®”
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株式会社Elith and ブルーイノベーション株式会社 formed a strategic business alliance on November 11, 2026, to promote the use of AI in social infrastructure and enhance the capabilities of “Blue Earth Platform®”.
【ROXX】“Zキャリア” launches full-scale operation of its in-house-developed “conversational AI chat”
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株式会社ROXX has launched full-scale operation of its in-house-developed “conversational AI chat” on the career-change platform “Zキャリア.” The AI provides job seekers with support for preliminary interviews and interview scheduling 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, aiming to improve the work efficiency of career advisors (CA) and enhance the quality of consultations.
ライフネット生命 begins airing special collaboration commercial commemorating the 10th anniversary of “仮面ライダーエグゼイド”!
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ライフネット生命保険 began airing a collaboration commercial nationwide on November 8 with “仮面ライダーエグゼイド,” which marks the 10th anniversary of its broadcast debut in October 2026. It also released a web-exclusive mini-drama on YouTube.
Why build a large 1,744-square-meter office out of wood?
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株式会社エヌ・シー・エヌ has released on YouTube an explanatory video featuring the construction site of a large wooden office building with a total floor area of 1,744 square meters, currently under construction in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. The project owner is 株式会社開進堂.
日本情報クリエイト’s property management software “賃貸革命11” designated as a product eligible for the “Tax System for Strengthening Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises”
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日本情報クリエイト’s property management software “賃貸革命11” has been certified as a product eligible for the Tax System for Strengthening Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises. Eligible customers can now choose either immediate depreciation or a tax credit.
Facts
Securities code: 4054
10% of the acquisition cost
7% for corporations with capital of more than ¥30 million and no more than ¥100 million
Capital of more than ¥30 million
Corporations with capital of no more than ¥100 million
ライフカード becomes title sponsor of “SANTA PARADE Tokyo and Osaka 2026”!
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ライフカード株式会社 announced that it will sponsor “SANTA PARADE Tokyo and Osaka 2026,” a charity event taking place in Tokyo and Osaka in November and December 2026, as its title sponsor.
Providing Digital Gift® to “17LIVE,” which has more than 50 million users worldwide
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株式会社デジタルプラスグループ’s “デジタルギフト®” has been adopted by “17LIVE,” a live-streaming platform with more than 50 million users worldwide. This enables streamers to exchange points they earn for cashless payments, electronic money, and other options.
イチニ株式会社 adds a new feature to its “Easy Video Creation Tool” that lets users set an “opening and ending,” enabling short videos to be made in as little as 1 minute【選挙ドットコム】
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イチニ株式会社 has added a new feature to “Easy Video Creation Tool” in its video creation support service for politicians, “ボネクタ,” allowing users to set an opening and ending. Available for ¥11,000 per month.
Alumnia, a talent pool for former employees, launches a “facility-level” workforce circulation model at facilities including “ららぽーと,” operated by 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社; full-scale rollout begins Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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株式会社ツナググループ・ホールディングス and 株式会社ジョブコミュニティ will begin full-scale rollout on November 11, 2026, of a facility-level workforce circulation model for commercial facilities including “ららぽーと,” operated by 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社. The model links Alumnia, a talent pool for former employees, with Jobcomi, a service matching employers with experienced workers.
Facts
Aiming to achieve approximately 100,000 spot-work shifts annually by 2029
Aiming to achieve approximately 100,000 spot-work shifts annually
Briefings for store managers have already begun at 50 facilities
Companies mentioned：株式会社ツナググループ・ホールディングス、株式会社HataLuck and Person、株式会社ジョブコミュニティ、三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社
弁護士ドットコム’s integrated legal AI agent “LegalBrain Agent” surpasses ARR of ¥1 billion, setting a record as the fastest major SaaS product from a publicly listed Japanese company
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弁護士ドットコム株式会社’s legal AI agent “LegalBrain Agent” surpassed ARR of ¥1 billion in 17.3 months after launch, setting a new record as the fastest major SaaS product from a publicly listed Japanese company.
Facts
ARR of ¥1 billion
Reached in 17.3 months※1
As of November 2026
Launch of service in May 2025
77.3% of respondent companies said they lack personnel in their legal and compliance departments
12 brands will turn approximately 50 products into e-gifts from July to September 2026
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株式会社ギフティ turned approximately 50 products from 12 brands into e-gifts from July to September 2026 and began selling them through 「giftee®︎」 and 「giftee for Business」, among other services.
Players Soma Anzai and Hiroki Ishihara visit an elementary school in their hometown of Shibuya City!
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FC東京 players Soma Anzai and Hiroki Ishihara visited Uehara Elementary School in Shibuya City on November 10 as part of their hometown activities and interacted with 6th-grade students.
GiGO opens its first location in northern Vietnam, a city attracting attention for its economic growth! 「GiGOイオンモール Halong」 grand opening on Saturday, November 14, 2026
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株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment announced that its local subsidiary, GiGO VIETNAM Co., Ltd., will open 「GiGOイオンモール Halong」 at 「イオンモール Halong」 in Quang Ninh City, northern Vietnam, on November 14, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Its 6th location in Vietnam
Approximately 160 km
Approximately 1.35 million people
As its 10th location
Operating area: 390 tsubo
87 machines in total
140 capsule toy vending machine units
Weekdays (no time limit): from 100,000 Vietnamese dong
Holidays (no time limit): from 150,000 Vietnamese dong
【Free admission and a souvenir】Create a “healthy winter” with Maki Nishiyama and others! 「FYTTE Wellness Day」 to be held
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FYTTE, the healthcare media outlet operated by 株式会社ワン・パブリッシング, will hold 「FYTTE Wellness Day — A Healthier Winter」 at the Minato Industrial Promotion Center on December 6, 2026. Admission is free, and the event will feature stage programs with guests including Maki Nishiyama, company booths, a stamp rally, and more.
Commissioned by 大阪市, Hankyu Hanshin Marketing Solutions will release 「The Story of a Hero Reincarnated in Osaka City Who Learns How to Conquer the City and Reaches MAX Level」, an exploration-based, RPG-style web experience for young people, on November 11, Reiwa 8.
株式会社地球健康クラブ announced that it will begin a trial in November 2026, together with CrypTech Capital株式会社, of an eyeglass-type device jointly developed by physician Kiyoshi Matsuo and スカラ株式会社.
「Turn deposited money into money you can put to work. With the same peace of mind」ジェイリース launches 「Security Deposit Guarantee」 for commercial properties
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ジェイリース株式会社 plans to launch its 「Security Deposit Guarantee」 service, which provides a guarantee in place of a security deposit for commercial rental properties, during December 2026.
Facts
During December 2026
Securities code: 7187
Security deposits equivalent to approximately 6–12 months of rent
Pet specialty retailer コジマ is holding a pet event! 「コジマ Festival 2026 in Ario Kitasuna」 is a 2-day event for people with dogs, cats, and small animals to shop, participate, and have fun
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株式会社コジマ will hold 「コジマ Festival in Ario Kitasuna」 at Ario Kitasuna on November 14 and 15, 2026. This free event will feature approximately 60 company exhibitors, a prize drawing, a grooming experience, seminars, and more.
Facts
Nov. 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.), 2026
10:00～16:30
Admission: Free
Approximately 60 companies that handle pet-related products are scheduled to exhibit
The Belgian Beer Weekend Executive Committee will hold 「Belgian Beer Weekend 2026 Shinjuku」 at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building Triangle Plaza from December 2 through 6. The event will feature 73 varieties of Belgian beer, gourmet food, music events, and more.
Facts
73 varieties of
14 types
5 days
160th anniversary
Limited to 28 guests
Advance ticket: 3,750 yen
Regular price: 3,990 yen
Advance ticket: 2,700 yen
Regular price: 2,840 yen
Additional food and drink coins (set of 5): 1,150 yen
Amid a succession of information leaks, accelerating co-creation with partners to create and promote a new data protection market
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株式会社ZenmuTech announced that it will launch the new 「ZenmuTech Reseller Partner Program」 in January 2027 to expand sales channels for its data protection solution, which uses 「secret sharing technology」 to reduce the risk of information leaks. The program will recognize a range of contributions, including generating business opportunities and obtaining technical certifications, in addition to existing sales results. Recruitment of new sales partners will begin in November 2026.
Facts
We are pleased to announce that it will launch in January 2027
We were joined by 70 people from 30 companies
The 1st partner meeting was held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Recruitment of new sales partner companies will begin on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
As gold prices soar, the number of “sellers” rises 70% — What the data from about 290,000 purchases reveals about the gold that Japanese people are letting go of
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株式会社K-GOLDインターナショナル has released 290,000 purchase records for gold, platinum, and silver from September 2024 through September 2026. 18-karat gold accounted for 53.6%, and the median weight brought in was 3.1g. As gold prices rose, the number of items brought in increased to about 1.7 times its previous level, with stores in the Hokkaido region recording the highest number of items brought in per store.
“Good 8 Squad” Reclaims the Top Spot! “Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026 Division F Round 7” Results
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Results from Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026 Division F Round 7. Good 8 Squad reclaimed the top spot, while REJECT surged to 2nd in the points rankings.
Facts
2026
Week 7
30 points
40 points
2nd place
Nov. 10
November 13
Companies mentioned：株式会社カプコン、DetonatioN FocusMe、名古屋NTPOJA、RIDDLE ORDER、REJECT、VARREL、Good 8 Squad、ZETA DIVISION Geekly、FUKUSHIMA IBUSHIGIN、広島 TEAM iXA、KADOKAWA FAV gaming、Saishunkan Sol 熊本、Crazy Raccoon、CAPCOM eSports
Global solid-state battery electrolyte market forecast to surge to US$37.1 billion by 2034 | 30.0% CAGR, driven by EV demand and advances in next-generation battery technology
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According to a research report by Stratistics MRC, the global solid-state battery electrolyte market is forecast to grow from US$4.6 billion in 2026 to US$37.1 billion by 2034, recording a CAGR of 30.0%. EV demand and technological advances are key drivers, with sulfide-based electrolytes expected to hold the largest share and the Asia-Pacific region to be the largest market.
Facts
US$37.1 billion
2034
US$4.6 billion in 2026
More than 17 million units
An increase of more than 25%
Electric vehicles account for more than 20%
Companies mentioned：Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd、Stratistics MRC、国際エネルギー機関、IEA
Popular Nagatacho and Omotesando doughnut shop “HOCUS POCUS” comes to Yokohama. A 3-day limited-time collaboration event will be held at galbe yokohama みなとみらい店, a canelé and baked-goods specialty shop!
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A collaboration event between HOCUS POCUS and galbe yokohama みなとみらい店, operated by Stoked Creations合同会社, will be held for 3 days from November 13 to 15, 2026. During the event, 4 varieties of HOCUS POCUS doughnuts and 3 types of original merchandise, each limited to 100 items, will be on sale.
“2GAME” Wins! “Street Fighter League AMERICAS 2026” Results!
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Team “2GAME” won Street Fighter League AMERICAS 2026. Information is available on ticket sales for in-person viewing of CAPCOM CUP 13 and the World Championship.
株式会社SANN signs sponsorship agreement with para snowboarder Keiji Okamoto
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株式会社SANN has signed a sponsorship agreement with para snowboarder Keiji Okamoto. SANN operates digital marketing and welfare technology businesses, and says its values align with Okamoto’s commitment to supporting people who take on challenges. In addition to supporting his competitive activities, the company plans to work with him on initiatives through web content and events.
Indie game exhibition “Tokyo Game Dungeon 15” to be held in Hamamatsucho on Saturday, February 20; exhibitor applications open Friday, November 20 at 20:00
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The indie game exhibition “Tokyo Game Dungeon 15” will be held on February 20, 2027, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Hamamatsucho-kan. The 268 general exhibitor slots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications open at 20:00 on November 20, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Feb. 20, 2027
268 general exhibitor slots
20:00 on Friday, November 20, 2026
340 organizations exhibited
2,868 people attended
Because all slots filled within 3 minutes of registration opening
ABEMA announces that Taichi of 新日本プロレス will appear as a guest on the middle day of the November Grand Sumo Tournament! Taichi marvels at the strength of sumo wrestlers: “They’re so strong that they treat us pro wrestlers like children!”
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ABEMA announced that Taichi, a professional wrestler with 新日本プロレス, will appear as a special guest on the middle day of the November Grand Sumo Tournament, held at the Fukuoka International Center on November 15, 2026. Taichi marveled at the strength of sumo wrestlers and spoke about his anticipation for the match between Fujinokawa and a yokozuna, as well as Takayasu’s bid for his first championship.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
Middle day (November 15)
He finished the September tournament with a record of 12 wins and 3 losses
[Completely free, no registration required] “IJCAD Viewer＋,” a feature-rich CAD viewer for viewing drawings instantly on tablets at work sites, launches on November 11
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システムメトリックス株式会社 will launch “IJCAD Viewer+” completely free of charge starting November 11, 2026. Designed for construction, civil engineering, and manufacturing sites, the feature-rich CAD viewer lets users check drawings on tablets and smartphones. No account registration is required, and it supports markup and viewing multiple files, enabling seamless drawing sharing between work sites and offices.
Harnessing the power of food to prevent lifestyle-related diseases from becoming more severe. ウェルネスダイニング director 松尾陽介 to speak at Venture Café Tokyo
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松尾陽介, a director of ウェルネスダイニング, will join a panel discussion at “Thursday Gathering #404,” hosted by Venture Café Tokyo on November 12, 2026, to discuss the challenges and potential of dietary support in preventing lifestyle-related diseases from becoming more severe.
Technology seeds for new businesses and R&D in manufacturing come together at “ILS2026”
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An overview of “ILS2026,” an open innovation conference to be held at Toranomon Hills Forum from November 30 to December 3, 2026. The event will feature pitches and exhibition booths by startups and research institutions supported by NEDO, 日本政策金融公庫 and others, aimed at manufacturing companies and chemical manufacturers, to promote the search for technology seeds and the discovery of collaboration partners.
“Omi Beef Fair” featuring a variety of dishes made with Omi beef, Shiga's signature branded beef, to be held from December 11, 2026【グランドメルキュール琵琶湖リゾート＆スパ】
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グランドメルキュール琵琶湖リゾート＆スパ will hold the “Omi Beef Fair” from December 11, 2026, to March 18, 2027, offering special dishes featuring Shiga Prefecture's branded beef.
[Survey on instant miso soup] Just over 70% of people drink commercially available instant miso soup. The types they drink most often are individually packaged or bagged “fresh miso type” at 75%, “freeze-dried block type” at just under 40%, and “granules or powder type” at just under 20%.
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According to a survey on instant miso soup conducted by マイボイスコム株式会社, just over 70% of people drink commercially available instant miso soup. The type they drink most often is the individually packaged or bagged “fresh miso type,” accounting for 75%.
Facts
Just over 70% drink commercially available instant miso soup
“Fresh miso type” at 75%
“Freeze-dried block type” at just under 40%
Original週1回以上飲む人は29.1％
[Number of respondents] 10,739
永谷園 accounts for 35.3% of instant miso soup drinkers
Launch of “digitest Local LLM Ver.1.0,” a generative AI software development support environment that enables quality workflows based on international standards in closed environments
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日本ナレッジ株式会社 has launched “digitest Local LLM Ver.1.0,” a generative AI software development support environment that enables quality workflows based on international standards in closed environments. It has also begun providing the product to ピー・シー・エー株式会社 as its first user.
アフラック生命保険 and Hatch Healthcare have released a report on usage of their cancer consultation service, “Aflac's Yorisou Cancer Consultation Support,” after the number of users reached 10,000.
[Nara City] Take school trips to Nara in winter. Efforts strengthened to attract overnight stays during the off-season! [Mayor's press conference] (Announced November 11, Reiwa 8)
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Nara City aims to attract school trips for fiscal 2028, focusing on combined junior and senior high schools in the Tokyo metropolitan area to encourage winter overnight stays. Measures include publicizing subsidy programs, familiarization trips for teachers, and night-view tours of Mount Wakakusa, with the goal of generating demand during the off-season and building future fans.
Facts
86,622 students took overnight school trips in 2025
35,403 overnight visitors came from the Tokyo metropolitan area
They account for about 41% of the total
Private-school trips cost about 1.5 times as much as public-school trips
About 64% take school trips lasting 4 days or more
4,379 people stayed overnight from December to February
That amounts to only about 5% of the annual total
About 30 teachers in charge of educational travel
A 1-night, 2-day familiarization tour
For about 10 schools staying overnight
Original補助額は生徒1人につき1泊当たり3,000円です
In 2025, 812,000 students on school trips visited Nara City
While the nationwide number of students on school trips fell 9.8% from 2016
The decrease was limited to 6.6%
Of these, 1,090 schools stayed overnight in Nara City
Increase from the previous year: +5,481 people
Original首都圏の中学2年生：文部科学省「令和7年度学校基本調査（確定値）」294,250人
About 65% of private schools are concentrated in the Tokyo metropolitan area
The number of combined junior and senior high schools has increased by about 17% since fiscal 2016
Private schools: 458 (+17% from fiscal 2016)
10 schools stayed overnight in January–February
109m in diameter, Japan's largest circular tomb mound
Built in the latter half of the 4th century (about 1,600 years ago)
4 options for challenges on manufacturing and logistics sites: RoboNext2026 exhibitor announcement
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株式会社ブライセン will exhibit at RoboNext2026, held at INTEX Osaka from Dec. 2 to 4, 2026, showcasing 4 solutions: the COOOLa WES logistics automation system, an AI drawing inspection system, modernization, and AI traceability DX.
Building the foundation of “saplings and varieties” to support Japanese wine 100 years from now: JVA advances the “Chikuma River Wine Innovation Center (CWIC)” project in partnership with 長野県東御市
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一般社団法人日本ワインブドウ栽培協会 (JVA) is advancing the “Chikuma River Wine Innovation Center (CWIC)” project in partnership with 長野県東御市, with the aim of building a sustainable production foundation for Japanese wine in an era of climate change. 東御市 has begun accepting donations through the corporate hometown tax program to support the project.
Yamato Watanabe, managing director of 株式会社DG Daiwa Ventures, will speak at AWAODORI TECH 2026, a startup conference to be held in 徳島県 in November 2026, and will serve as a session speaker and pitch contest judge.
Facts
Original2026年11月12日(木)から14日(土)
More than 50 startups
Participation by more than 50 VCs and companies
More than 100 business meetings and 1-on-1 opportunities
Analysis of municipalities with total populations of 50,000 or more: latest “Ranking of Cities with High Resident Retention Rates” for businesses built on customer loyalty released [エムディー株式会社]
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エムディー株式会社 has released the latest white paper for its “Ranking of Cities with High Resident Retention Rates,” which combines resident retention rates with the population aged 20–59 in municipalities with total populations of 50,000 or more. Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture, ranked 1st. The data can help identify locations for businesses built on customer loyalty.
Demonstration conducted in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, delivering meals made by 株式会社ベスト, part of the Fuji Sangyo Group, by logistics drone
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AeroNext and NEXT DELIVERY conducted a drone delivery demonstration in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, delivering meals made by 株式会社ベスト, part of the Fuji Sangyo Group.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
About 2.5 km one way
About 10 minutes of flight time
Conducted 2 times
Now serving 217 households
Original1 日約 300 食
Maximum flight distance: 20 km
Payload (maximum carrying capacity): 5 kg.
Companies mentioned：富士産業株式会社、株式会社ベスト、株式会社エアロネクスト、株式会社 NEXT DELIVERY、ACSL
[Spring break only] Professionals bring children’s drawings to life! Applications open Nov. 11 for an extremely rare chance to become a factory manager for a day at 白い恋人パーク and enter its “secret production site”!
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石屋商事株式会社 will hold the “2027 Dream Sweets: 白い恋人パーク Factory Manager for a Day” event for children in elementary school and younger, with applications opening Nov. 11.
evala (musician) × 佐藤隆之 (video artist): Two internationally acclaimed stars to appear at ISCA2026!
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一般社団法人ナレッジキャピタル and 株式会社KMO will hold the awards announcement, screenings, and exhibition for ISCA2026 at Grand Green Osaka VS. from Dec. 4 to 6, 2026. This year, 1,517 works were submitted from 83 countries, and sound artist evala and motion designer 佐藤隆之 will take part in special performances and talks.
[Altius Link] Launch of “AI Voice Service,” an AI operator that converses naturally with people and completes tasks, integrating everything from implementation to training and operation
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アルティウスリンク株式会社 will launch its “AI Voice Service” on Nov. 11, 2026, integrating everything from implementation to training and operation of AI operators that handle telephone support tasks from start to finish.
UMU launches free on-site workshop to fundamentally rethink talent development strategies in the AI era
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UMU Technologies Japan will launch “Talent Development Strategy in the AI Era,” a free on-site workshop, in November 2026 to support the redesign of talent development strategies for a generative AI-driven world.
Facts
71% of learners in Japan, China, and the United States
In Japan, 75% also said they were “extremely” or “very” interested
The United States (68%)
China (72%)
Japan stands at just 33%
61% in the United States and China
The United States and China (about 20%)
This is about 2 times higher
1 million companies worldwide
2万8,000 companies in Japan
Over the past 20 years
The number of training outputs has increased 25 times
Reduced the time required for preparation, lectures, and presentation checks by 64.1%
The turnover rate 6 months after joining the company, from 55%
Improved to 20%
The average number of contracted companies per month, from 7.6
To 16 and 21 companies
About 2 hours
203 countries and regions worldwide
More than 28,000 companies in Japan
Established in 2015
Established: February 9, 2018
Companies mentioned：ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社、UMU、ATD、Association for Talent Development、ATD Research
Conducted a demonstration experiment in 山形県鶴岡市, delivering meals from a local meal-delivery provider by logistics drone
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Fuji Sangyo, Best, AeroNext, NEXT DELIVERY, and Tsuruoka City conducted a demonstration experiment on November 10, 2026, in 山形県鶴岡市, using the logistics drone “AirTruck” for a meal-delivery service.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
Now serving 217 households
Delivers about 300 meals in 1 day
Payload (maximum carrying capacity): 5 kg.
Maximum flight distance: 20 km
Companies mentioned：富士産業株式会社、株式会社ベスト、株式会社エアロネクスト、株式会社 NEXT DELIVERY、山形県鶴岡市、ACSL
[Celebrating the 3.5th anniversary] Gratte for “戦国 A LIVE” launches on December 11! An in-store AR photo spot experience will also be held!
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株式会社アニメイト will hold Gratte (latte and cookie sales) starting December 11, 2026, to mark the 3.5th anniversary of “戦国 A LIVE.” Graphic ice cream will also be available at select stores, alongside activities including AR photo spots and a grand prize drawing.
ヘラルボニー creates a brand with Iwate Prefecture to expand the population with ties to the region
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株式会社ヘラルボニー partnered with Iwate Prefecture to create the “いきやすいいわてプロジェクト” brand to build and expand the population with ties to the region. Its catchphrase is “またね。” and the key visual features artist 高橋南’s work 《風のロンド》.
Facts
Mar. 2025
More than 2,000 items
September 2024
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヘラルボニー、ヘラルボニー、homesickdesign、HERALBONY EUROPE
ラッフルズ&フェアモント ホテル アンド リゾート: 106 hotel general managers from around the world gather in Tokyo!
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ラッフルズ＆フェアモント ホテル アンド リゾート held a brand briefing for the media in Tokyo on November 11, 2026, bringing together 106 hotel general managers from around the world.
A 21.9-point gap in AI mentions: What company profile pages say makes the difference [Survey of 2,087 corporations across 25 industries]
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株式会社ワクドリ surveyed 2,087 corporations across 25 industries and found that companies with more detailed profile pages were more likely to be named by AI. In particular, the level of detail on profile pages created a 21.9-point difference in AI mention rates. The company said that early content development is important for small and medium-sized businesses with few profile pages.
Nearly 50% of care workers who have left the field would like to work fewer than 20 hours a week if they return to caregiving!
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Me:RASIC, operated by 株式会社コーディアリティケア, surveyed 330 credentialed care workers who had left the field about returning to work. The survey found that about 40% were open to working again and nearly 50% wanted short working hours of fewer than 20 hours a week.
Facts
Survey respondents: 330
The total comes to 47.9%
The total comes to 39.4%
A monthly wage requirement of at least 88,000 yen
About 2.4 million care workers (an increase of about 250,000 from FY2022)
More than 80% of people who quit running because of knee pain say they would like to run again if the pain and anxiety went away!
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足道楽, operated by ビーズラボ株式会社, surveyed people who had stopped running within the past 5 years. More than 80% of those who quit because of knee pain said they would like to run again if the pain or anxiety went away, and the survey found that about 35% still had pain even after taking steps to address it.
Facts
More than 80% of people who quit running because of knee pain
The number of full marathon finishers in FY2025 was 345,268
It declined to 7.4% in 2024
Survey respondents: 731
“Knee pain” ranked 4th at 16.3%
About 40% of people who quit running because of knee pain
The total comes to 40.3%
About 35% of people who quit running because of knee pain
[Just before the event] Latest details announced for “KASHIHARA SKY PALETTE,” taking place on Sunday, November 22, to mark the 70th anniversary of 橿原市!
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The latest details have been announced for “KASHIHARA SKY PALETTE,” an event marking the 70th anniversary of 橿原市, taking place on November 22, 2026. They include guest appearances and activity areas for the daytime program, as well as a special live performance by 河野純喜 and details of “万葉花火,” sponsored by Anker Japan, in the evening.
Facts
70th anniversary of 橿原市
Nov. 22, 2026
About 50 companies
Companies mentioned：KASHIHARA SKY PALETTE実行委員会、Anker、Anker Japan、JO1、近畿日本鉄道、公益社団法人橿原青年会議所、橿原市、畝傍高校、橿原高校、LAPONE ENTERTAINMENT
MIRAIASU Limited, the Hong Kong subsidiary of MIRAIASUグループ, signs exclusive management agreement with digital finger artist 赤松裕介, who is active globally
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MIRAIASU Limited, the Hong Kong subsidiary of MIRAIASUグループ, has signed an exclusive management agreement with digital finger artist 赤松裕介, who is based in France.
About 80% of caregivers feel that their basic human rights are not protected in some situations while providing care!
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A survey by Carers Concierge, operated by 株式会社ワーク＆ケアバランス研究所, found that about 80% of caregivers feel their basic human rights are not protected while providing care, and that many of the support services they need are not being used.
株式会社エクセリ advances structural reform toward an AI-native business entity
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株式会社エクセリ, with support from Ocean, is advancing structural reform toward an “AI-native business entity” that places AI at the core of management and operations. It aims to improve productivity, address labor shortages, and strengthen corporate competitiveness by integrating 4 systems: the MCP-compatible core system EXEPION, the AI management analysis tool EXVIGIL, the autonomous AI agent EXLEGIO, and the wireless device and voice AI solution development platform EXFABER.
BIKAS COFFEE, a Nepalese coffee shop originating in Bunkyo Ward, opens its first location at 東京ドームシティ! Limited-time initiative connects every cup of coffee to tree planting in Nepal.
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BIKAS COFFEE, a Nepalese coffee shop originating in Bunkyo Ward, will make its first appearance with its mobile sales vehicle, BIKAS CAMPING CAR, at “LaQua Garden” in 東京ドームシティ from Nov. 18 to Dec. 1, 2026. During the period, part of the sales will go toward tree planting in Nepal.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
Tuesday, Dec. 1
11:00-19:00
A cumulative total of 8,000 trees planted
Up to about 32 tons of carbon dioxide per year
Equivalent to driving a gasoline-powered car about 10,000 km
株式会社エム launches joint research with Hosei University and Nagoya City University to advance medical image analysis
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株式会社エム has launched joint research with Hosei University and Nagoya City University to advance medical image analysis. The research brings together expertise in AI and image processing, neurology, and brain image analysis, with the aim of generating academic insights.
For all industries | Decision-making report on how to secure internal approval for in-house FDE development [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社AIworker has made its “Decision-making report on how to secure internal approval for in-house FDE development,” November 2026 edition, available for free. According to IPA statistics, only 16.2% of companies have defined the profile of their DX talent, while 76.1% have no evaluation criteria.
Facts
16.2% of companies have defined the profile of personnel to advance DX and communicated it internally
76.1% of companies have no evaluation criteria for DX talent
25.6% of companies increased their training budgets
Hokushin Fish Market to hold “Hokkaido, Sanriku and Hitachi Bountiful Harvest of Delicious Foods Fair”! Festive sushi recommended for Shichi-Go-San also planned; seafood and simmered fish for hot pot dishes will be available
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株式会社北辰水産 will hold the “Hokkaido, Sanriku and Hitachi Bountiful Harvest of Delicious Foods Fair” from Nov. 13 to 15, 2026, selling sashimi and hot pot ingredients, among other items. A Shichi-Go-San celebration sale is also planned.
株式会社シオン wins bronze at international “AMEC Awards 2026” for “2025 National Ranking of Local Government Public Relations”; first Japanese PR firm to receive the award※
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株式会社シオン won bronze at the international “AMEC Awards 2026” for the “2025 National Ranking of Local Government Public Relations,” becoming the first Japanese PR firm to receive the award.
A secret library hidden beyond the bookshelf—new gacha arrives in 『シュガードール』
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株式会社グローバルギア launched the premium gacha “Librarian and the Secret Bookshelves” in the dress-up and raising game 『シュガードール』 on Nov. 11, 2026. Several other events are also underway, including sales of background packs and the return of previously released content.
An era of entrusting development to AI. “Wonder Tact” launches, centralizing everything from execution to management and governance
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ワンダフルフライ株式会社 has launched Wonder Tact, an AI development platform designed to combine AI-driven development efficiency with management and governance. AI assists with everything from drafting design documents to testing, while making human decision histories, progress, and costs visible.