特定非営利活動法人地球緑化センター is recruiting participants for the 34th cohort of its Green Hometown Cooperation Team, a 1-year residential volunteer program in rural and fishing communities.
Facts
The Green Hometown Cooperation Team program launched in 1994.
A total of 869 people have participated over the past 33 years.
80% continue to host the program’s activities.
Some settle in the areas where they served (about 40%).
In 2014, they were assigned to Okawa Village, Kochi Prefecture, as part of the Green Hometown Cooperation Team.
At an information session for prospective participants held on Nov. 25, 2023.
Words from Noto’s children become a choral song, with voices and support spreading nationwide. The crowdfunding campaign for the Phoenix Project reaches its goal.
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The crowdfunding campaign for the Phoenix Project, run by NPO法人MBFC, has reached its goal, and efforts are underway to give Noto’s children musical instruments made from Noto hiba cypress.
Signing of a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the road infrastructure sector with アウトバーン社
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NEXCO3社 (East Nippon, Central Nippon, and West Nippon) signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the road infrastructure sector with アウトバーン社, dated October 27, Reiwa 8.
Facts
October 27, Reiwa 8
NEXCO3社
3 areas
3 years
Companies mentioned：東日本高速道路株式会社、中日本高速道路株式会社、西日本高速道路株式会社、NEXCO東日本、NEXCO中日本、NEXCO西日本、NEXCO3社、ドイツ連邦アウトバーン有限会社、Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes、アウトバーン社
Miraxia to exhibit at EdgeTech+ 2026, showcasing technologies and services for microcontroller EOL support, product vulnerability maintenance, and PoC development
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ミラクシア エッジテクノロジー株式会社 will exhibit at EdgeTech+ 2026, opening November 18, 2026, at Pacifico Yokohama. The company will showcase microcontroller EOL support solutions, product vulnerability maintenance solutions, and PoC development support using integrated control technology.
Facts
From November 18 (Wednesday) to 20 (Friday), 2026
We will implement the software in as little as 1 month.
Built in as little as approximately 3 weeks
Normally takes around 2–3 months
Requirements definition was shortened from 3 months to approximately 2 weeks.
Expanded to 20 sake breweries! Enjoy sake, music, and Nihonbashi food at the autumn festival “Fukutoku no Mori Sake Festival | morinomi9,” held Nov. 21 (Sat.)
[Starts Nov. 17 (Tue.)] “7 Sleeping Princesses,” to get a TV anime adaptation in 2027, offers 7 limited-edition swimsuit illustration cards as bonuses with the purchase of the manga!
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Volume 13 of the fantasy romantic comedy “7 Sleeping Princesses,” serialized in Afternoon, goes on sale November 17, with original swimsuit illustration cards available at participating bookstores. A TV anime adaptation of the series was announced for 2027.
Tokyo-based 4-piece band Shintokyo and submarine-aged wine SUBRINA to put their “NEOPHENOM” tour-inspired collaboration wine on general sale starting November 11
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“Wine Aged Beneath the Sea,” a collaboration between submarine-aged wine SUBRINA, operated by 株式会社コモンセンス, and Tokyo-based 4-piece band Shintokyo, will go on general sale starting November 11, 2026.
Facts
Original2026年11月11日（水）20:00より
Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
In an underwater wine cellar 15 m below the surface
Aged for approximately 7 months
A cumulative total of 25,000 bottles have been delivered
[Unprecedented challenge by 大森FC?! A soccer-viewing festival with free admission and unlimited free beer to be held at 富士通スタジアム川崎!!]
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大森FC, based in Ota City, Tokyo, and aiming to join the J.League, will hold a community-participation event at 富士通スタジアム川崎 on November 23, 2026. The unprecedented event will offer free admission and unlimited free beer, with a target attendance of more than 1,000. It is hosted by 大森FC and LOCALHEROES株式会社, with 株式会社YELLOW as matchday sponsor.
聖心美容クリニック unveils new brand tagline: “Beautiful, even in the life you live.”
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聖心美容クリニック has unveiled its new brand tagline, “Beautiful, even in the life you live,” and will release the lyric video for “Ichibanboshi,” an anthem created with Yudai Takenaka, on November 11, 2026.
Facts
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
33rd anniversary of opening
Founded: October 1993
100% of doctors
2 billion total streams
Companies mentioned：聖心美容クリニック、Novelbright、SK MUSIC
Dance crew “ODORI,” produced by Aile The Shota, joins GANMI on “ゆらして,” a track from the new album Reality vol.01
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The dance crew ODORI, produced by Aile The Shota, joins “Yurashite,” a track on GANMI’s new album Reality vol.01. The song was released on streaming platforms on November 11, 2026.
Facts
11-member dance artist group
All 47 prefectures nationwide
11 songs in total
Released on streaming platforms on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Yunagi. to release music video for new song “春月夜”; animation segment by Kohei Kadowaki
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The music video for singer-songwriter Yunagi.’s new song “春月夜” is set to be released on November 12. Director Kohei Kadowaki handled the animation segment, which blends watercolor animation with live-action footage.
Illustrator and character designer ウチボリシンペ will hold his first solo exhibition in 3 years in Tokyo, starting December 11, 2026, and has unveiled the key visual.
Nagoya-based 3-piece rock band Maki releases “school” short movie created with fans nationwide!
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Nagoya-based 3-piece rock band Maki released its new song “school” on streaming platforms on November 11, 2026, and unveiled a fan-participation short movie. The announcement also includes details on a library-addition campaign, its 2026 festival “Tenwa,” and a nationwide tour in 2027.
株式会社ヴィノスやまざき will hold countdown events at its Ginza and Shin-Shizuoka Cenova stores to mark the November 19 release of Beaujolais Nouveau 2026, inviting the winemaker ドメーヌ・デュ・ペール・ギヨ.
Facts
Operates 25 stores nationwide
We directly import wine from 12 countries around the world
About 40 years ago, ヴィノスやまざき was among the first to start working with Beaujolais Nouveau
In 2009, founder advisor Yuko Tanemoto received the “Knight of Beaujolais” honor
[Limited-time archive] A Funai Research Institute SC consultant to appear as a guest speaker at a seminar for retailers facing labor shortages and e-commerce growth, explaining practical logistics DX strategies using WMS and success stories (hosted by ロジザード株式会社)
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株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング announced that one of its consultants appeared as a guest speaker at a logistics DX seminar hosted by ロジザード株式会社.
Real estate M&A consultants get underway in earnest, training professionals to assess the “2 exit options” for baby boomer owners
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一般社団法人不動産M&A診断士協会 is promoting its “Real Estate M&A Consultant” certification, which is open to people regardless of industry experience, to address the “exit” challenges faced by companies holding real estate as baby boomer owners retire. The association launched the examination system in July 2026 and began e-learning training in September.
Facts
More than 400 people have taken the course
The number of accepted cases was approximately 324,000 in 2025
[Free participation on 12/14] Lawyers explain legal responses to bullying issues! Online seminar and consultation session (a project commissioned by こども家庭庁)
[A Mamoru Hosoda-directed work following “Our War Game!”] “Digimon Adventure 3D: Digimon Grand Prix” to be available for free on YouTube for a limited time!
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Toei Animation announced that “Digimon Adventure 3D: Digimon Grand Prix,” directed by Mamoru Hosoda, will be available for free for a limited time on its official YouTube channel starting at 19:00 on November 11, 2026.
Facts
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday), 19:00 – November 24 (Tuesday), 23:59
[Generative AI] Learn image creation, workplace applications, and copyright basics with ChatGPT Work: Free access to the archived videos of the popular 2-part seminar “Practical Image Generation in the Age of AI Agents”!!
That “TONGARI” you saw at the convenience store is now a restaurant! “Kamata Maze-Men-ya Togari,” a mixed-noodle shop featuring concentrated pork-bone and garlic seasoning, opens in Keikyu Kamata on November 12
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株式会社YOKOYAMA will open “Kamata Maze-Men-ya Togari,” a mixed-noodle shop using “TONGARI,” a concentrated pork-bone and garlic seasoning sold at convenience stores and elsewhere, in Keikyu Kamata on November 12, 2026.
The high-performance 8.8-inch tablet “T60Mini” with Android 17 is 38% off for a limited time! On sale at a special price of ¥23,655, with the sale ending soon
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The Teclast T60Mini tablet is on sale for a limited time at a special price of ¥23,655, 38% off. Its specifications include Android 17, an 8.8-inch 2.5K display, a Unisoc T7300 CPU, and 4G LTE support.
Facts
38% off
¥23,655 (tax included)
¥37,900 (tax included)
¥25,900 (tax included)
8.8 inches
Until Thursday, November 12, 2026
2560×1600
343 PPI
400cd/m²
90Hz
58% improvement
8GB RAM
128GB ROM
40GB memory expansion
2TB memory card expansion
6000mAh
18W PD fast charging
Approx. 324 g
Companies mentioned：GUANGZHOU SHANGKE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (HK) LIMITED、Google、TECLAST、Teclast、商科グループ、Unisoc、Amazon.co.jp、Facebook、Twitter、Youtube
Children’s gymnastics school “LUNA STUDIO（ルナスタジオ）” to Open Inside Seamor Shimonoseki in Yamaguchi Prefecture on Saturday, November 21, 2026! Building confidence and a spirit of challenge through experiences that lead to more “I did it!” moments
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株式会社ディック学園 will open a new location of the children’s gymnastics school “LUNA STUDIO（ルナスタジオ）” inside Seamor Shimonoseki in Yamaguchi Prefecture on November 21, 2026.
WasabiCard Launches “Global Issuance Solution” to Help Businesses Issue Local Cards in More Than 100 Markets
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WasabiCard has launched its “Global Issuance Solution” to help businesses issue local cards in more than 100 markets. The solution enables businesses to issue and manage cards across multiple markets through a single API, and also supports stablecoin payments.
Facts
More than 100 markets worldwide
As little as 24 hours
More than 700 corporate customers
Cumulative card issuance has exceeded 1 million cards
“NIGHT HIKE Late 2026” to Be Held at Shibuya WOMB on Saturday, December 12! First Wave of Performers Announced
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TRIBALCON. has announced that its music and art festival “NIGHT HIKE” will hold its annual year-end event, “NIGHT HIKE Late 2026,” at Shibuya WOMB in Tokyo on December 12, 2026. A diverse lineup of artists, including Takeaki Wada and TeddyLoid, has been confirmed for the first wave.
4 official score books by Fujii Kaze will be sold at venues for the “Prema World Tour” and “Fujii Kaze Piano Recital” taking place in November–December
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4 official score books by Fujii Kaze will be sold at venues for the “Prema World Tour” and “Fujii Kaze Piano Recital,” taking place in November–December.
[Regular Survey] Examples of Advertisements Potentially Violating the PMD Act and the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations 2026.11.11
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株式会社REGAL CORE reported examples of advertising claims for health foods, foods with function claims, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals that may violate the PMD Act or the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations, based on a regular survey conducted from September to November 2026.
[Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture] First-ever industry and tourism ambassador appointed! Launch ceremony held for a branded truck in partnership with a private company
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Setouchi City in Okayama Prefecture launched its Setouchi City Industry and Tourism Ambassador program to promote industry and tourism, appointing 株式会社OkaSyo as its first ambassador. A launch ceremony for a branded truck produced with the company's cooperation was held on 令和8年11月9日, and the truck is scheduled to operate for about 7 years.
The XINXIN OFFICIAL SITE has launched using the fan communication platform FaveConnect!
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株式会社日テレWands has launched XINXIN OFFICIAL SITE, the official and fan club site for Nagoya-born 7-member MIXTURE IDOL group XINXIN, using the fan communication platform FaveConnect.
[Comprehensive Community Sports Club Registration and Certification Program] 14 clubs certified as 令和8年度 certified clubs!
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公益財団法人日本スポーツ協会（JSPO） certified 14 clubs for 令和8年度: 7 clubs in the "Community Transition of School Club Activities" category and 7 clubs in the "Promoting Sports for People with Disabilities" category.
AKUGETSU, the Korean singer-songwriter artist captivating audiences worldwide as TILL in 『ALIEN STAGE』, which has surpassed 400 million total YouTube views, releases the eagerly awaited JAPAN 1st Mini Album 『六変化』
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AKUGETSU, a Korean singer-songwriter artist known for playing TILL in the anime 『ALIEN STAGE』, which has surpassed 400 million total YouTube views, will release JAPAN 1st Mini Album 『六変化』. The music video for the 2nd lead track, 「伝書鳩」, will also be released on the same day, with release events and a solo concert scheduled for December.
[Freelance Act] What you need to know to work with confidence: ordering rules and practical tips. Free streaming of the archive of the 12/4 (Fri.) seminar "Freelance Act Basics Creators Should Know"!
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will make the archive of its online seminar on the basics of the Freelance Act, held in October, available for free.
Synopsis and preview stills released for episode 7 of the TV anime 『貸した魔力は【リボ払い】で強制徴収』!
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株式会社ブシロードムーブ announced the release of the synopsis and preview stills for episode 7 of the TV anime 『貸した魔力は【リボ払い】で強制徴収』, and said it will distribute original pocket tissues in 5 areas of central Tokyo on November 16.
[Free preview available] The "de" in "親譲りの無鉄砲で" and the "to" in "国境の長いトンネルを抜けると"—why do the words of literary masters strike a chord? 『文法の魔法』, a fresh kind of book guide that vividly dissects classic works through grammar, is now on sale!
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株式会社主婦と生活社 will release 『文法の魔法 なぜ文豪の言葉たちは心に刺さるのか』, a new book by book critic and Japanese-language teacher Hiroko Kitamura, on October 16, 2026. The book analyzes passages from classic works through the lens of grammar and also includes a conversation with linguist Joy Taniguchi.
The 2nd voice drama in 『ドールズフロントライン2：エクシリウム』, 「サクラ」, went on sale on November 11. The complete set is 3,300 yen, and each individual episode is 770 yen.
Aile The Shota's <OMEN -The Origin-> took place at Toyosu PIT. SKY-HI, NOA, HAYATE WADA (Da-iCE) and others gathered, with CB / ELLY also making a surprise appearance.
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The dance event 『OMEN -The Origin-』, hosted by Aile The Shota and 株式会社RaySTA, was held at Toyosu PIT on November 7, 2026. Numerous artists, including SKY-HI, NOA, and HAYATE WADA, gathered, and CB / ELLY also made a surprise appearance.
Facts
Nov. 7, 2026
398
3 times in the past
More than 3 hours
Companies mentioned：株式会社BUZZ GROUP、株式会社RaySTA、Da-iCE、ONE N’ ONLY、RHT.、三代目 J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE、BMSG、CyberAgent Legit、THE JET BOY BANGERZ、DANCE GAMBA、咫和巵、JUGGLESS、LDH
TAC株式会社 will hold an online seminar on November 19 explaining the difficulty and exam scope of Nissho Bookkeeping Level 1, and is also running an early-bird campaign.
[TAC Bookkeeping Exam Course] Free to attend: Take online practice exams for Nissho Bookkeeping Levels 3 and 2 in real exam conditions! Following popular demand, test center experiences will be held at 14 locations nationwide again in November
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TAC株式会社 will hold free events at 14 venues nationwide in November, allowing participants to experience online mock exams for the Level 3 and Level 2 Japanese Bookkeeping Examination in a real test environment. Based on data on failure rates among first-time test takers and those who narrowly failed, the events will provide an opportunity to assess “real exam skills,” including computer operation and time management.
Notice Regarding Approval of Partial Transfer of the 1st Stock Acquisition Rights
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Oriental Chain Kogyo announced that its board of directors approved the transfer of 2,000 of the 1st stock acquisition rights held by 株式会社Ucapi to Yuji Uehara.
Facts
2,000 rights
200,000 shares
Total of 21,000 rights
15,000 rights to Ucapi
Transfer of 4,500 rights
4,625 rights
Companies mentioned：オリエンタルチエン工業株式会社、株式会社Ucapi、KAY LEO BROTHERS LIMITED、永田町リーガルアドバイザー株式会社
[TAC Public Service Exam Prep] “Still time to prepare?” Turn it into “There’s still time!” Online orientation for the 2027 public service exam will be streamed from TAC大宮校 on Nov. 18 (Wed.)! <Free to attend; advance registration required>
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TAC株式会社 will hold a free online orientation on Nov. 18, 2026, for people planning to take the 2027 public service exam.
New experiences and businesses from the forest! このほし launches the forest business media “Shall We Forest?” and establishes the “森業共創研究所”!
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株式会社このほし announced the launch of “Shall We Forest?,” a web media outlet covering business development and experiences that make use of forests, and the establishment of “森業共創研究所,” a research hub that collaborates with companies, municipalities and others.
Advancing nose beauty care: 独自 technology for the nose-only beauty device “フォーネス” receives a patent
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A proprietary technology combining EMS and sonic vibrations used in the nose-only beauty device “フォーネス,” developed by 株式会社コニー, has been granted Japanese Patent No. 7931541.
Facts
Japanese Patent No. 7931541
EMS at 2Hz–50Hz
High-speed vibration at 6,000–12,000 times per minute
Sues Career Navigation over use of the “コンキャリ” trademark
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株式会社Basismall filed a lawsuit against 株式会社キャリア・ナビゲーション at the Tokyo District Court on Oct. 28, 2026, alleging infringement of its registered “コンキャリ” trademark. The claims seek an injunction against use, removal of the mark, and 17.6 million yen in damages.
Cast announced for “Level 7,” a stage adaptation of a Miyabe Miyuki work starring Takahide Suzuki (THE RAMPAGE)
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The cast, performance schedule and ticket information have been announced for “Level 7,” a stage adaptation of a work by Miyabe Miyuki starring Takahide Suzuki.
Facts
16-member dance and vocal group
6-member male dance and vocal group
Advance ticket sales through ticketbook begin Nov. 23 (Mon.) at 15:00
General ticket sales begin Dec. 11 (Fri.) at 20:00
【岡山県瀬戸内市】Building a town where people and cats can live happily: 7th government crowdfunding campaign launched
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岡山県瀬戸内市 has launched its 7th government crowdfunding campaign to subsidize spay and neuter surgeries for cats without owners. The goal is 2 million yen, and surgeries have been performed on a cumulative total of 1,548 cats.
Facts
A cumulative total of 1,548 cats without owners had undergone spay and neuter surgeries by the end of FY Reiwa 7
【Okayama Prefecture's Setouchi City】Oyster season is here! Mayor visits the production site for the season's first harvest, while hometown tax donation gifts expand to about 1.5 times their previous number!
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Following the season's first oyster harvest in Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, Mayor Kentaro Kuroishi will visit a production site on Nov. 12. The city has also expanded its hometown tax donation gifts related to oysters from 64 to 94 items, about 1.5 times as many, adding 30 new items.
Notice of publication of our analyst report by 株式会社エンヴァリス
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株式会社エンヴァリス has published an independent analyst report ahead of Hmcomm's financial results for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026.
Facts
Third quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026
The “Omekashi Bambi Series” from サンリオキャラクターズ to go on sale at むにゅぐるみパティオ's official EC site and stores
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むにゅぐるみパティオ, operated by 株式会社KThingS, will begin selling the “Omekashi Bambi Series” from サンリオキャラクターズ on its EC site from Nov. 13 and in stores from Nov. 21.
Mitsuki Takahata's first album after moving to ユニバーサル ミュージック, “I’m All Yours,” goes on sale Wednesday, Nov. 11!
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ユニバーサル ミュージック will release Mitsuki Takahata's first album after her move, “I’m All Yours,” on Nov. 11. The album features 9 tracks and will be available in 2 editions: a standard edition for 3,520 yen and a made-to-order limited edition for 6,600 yen. A premium live concert is also scheduled for Jan. 11, 2027, at Tokyo Garden Theater.
Facts
Nov. 11 (Wed.)
9 songs in total
Price: 6,600 yen
Price: 3,520 yen
150 people
50 participants
Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 (national holiday)
Reserved seats: 12,000 yen
Reserved seats with restricted-view notice: 10,000 yen
Companies mentioned：ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、ユニバーサル ミュージック、UNIVERSAL MUSIC STORE、Amazon、Horipro、ディスクガレージ
The official podcast “Watashi to Honne: Moyahare News Meeting,” originating from ABEMA's daytime news program “Watashi to News: Those nagging feelings might clear up if we talk about them,” launches on Wednesday, Nov. 11
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The official podcast “Watashi to Honne: Moyahare News Meeting,” originating from ABEMA's news program “Watashi to News,” will launch on Nov. 11, 2026.
【Exhibitor announcement】株式会社アナログPR to exhibit at the “Public-Private Partnership Forum 2026 in TOKYO” on Nov. 18!
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株式会社アナログPR will participate as an exhibitor at the “Public-Private Partnership Forum 2026 in TOKYO,” to be held at the House of Representatives Second Members' Office Building on Nov. 18, 2026.
Ashikaga Flower Park to transform Japan's oldest school, the Historic Site Ashikaga School, with the magic of flowers and light for a limited time!
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Ashikaga Flower Park, operated by 株式会社足利フラワーリゾート, will transform the Historic Site Ashikaga School for a limited time during Ashikaga Akari Monogatari 2026, featuring flower-filled water basins and Japanese umbrellas.
【Through Nov. 30】AGM PAD P3 giveaway campaign! Enter for a chance to win an 8.68-inch rugged tablet with a metal stand; 1 winner will be selected by lottery
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AGM Mobile will hold the “AGM PAD P3 Giveaway Campaign” on its official X account from Nov. 1 through 30, 2026. An 8.68-inch rugged tablet with a metal stand will be given to 1 winner selected by lottery.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Monday, Nov. 30
1 winner selected by drawing
8.68-inch
120Hz
7,200mAh
Companies mentioned：AGM Mobile、AGM Mobile Japan、MediaTek
“Let's Make a Professional Soccer Club! Road to World” launches “FEVER STAR FES,” featuring a Norwegian superstar as a new ★5 player!
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In “Let's Make a Professional Soccer Club! Road to World,” “FEVER STAR FES,” featuring a Norwegian superstar as a new ★5 player, and missions to obtain the new ★6 manager “Surubatten” will begin on Nov. 11, 2026.
Book early for the best deal! Early-bird discounts and limited coupons available 【2026 Christmas Cake Feature】Enjoy a special moment with a variety of cakes showcasing sweet potatoes.
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おいもスイーツ専門店 おいもや, operated by 株式会社おいもや, is featuring its 2026 Christmas cakes. Its diverse lineup includes cakes starring sweet potatoes, with early-bird discounts and limited coupons available for advance bookings. According to an Intage survey, although the way people spend Christmas is changing, cake consumption remains flat.
株式会社重慶飯店 will begin selling its limited-edition “Eto Banpin,” featuring packaging designed around the 2027 zodiac sign “未,” on Nov. 13, 2026. The price is 1,404 yen (tax included).
“Qtnet presents Light Forest,” a fantastical forest of lights and an acrobatic outdoor circus, holds its lighting ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 12
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“QTnet presents Light Forest” will hold its lighting ceremony on Nov. 12, 2026, marking the start of the illuminations and the Christmas circus “REVERIE.” The event is also part of Christmas Advent, which connects all 11 venues in the Fukuoka area.
Notice of the “SBI Hyper Deposit Bonus Interest Campaign: Up to +4.0% Annual Interest”
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株式会社SBI新生銀行 will run an additional interest rate campaign for “SBI Hyper Deposit” starting Nov. 16, 2026. An additional interest rate of up to 4.0% per year will apply depending on the increase in the total balance. The campaign runs through Feb. 13, 2027.
Fidel Softech, parent company of Fidel Technologies Co., Ltd., announces acquisition of Indian IT infrastructure and cybersecurity company Softenger
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Fidel Softech, the parent company of Fidel Technologies, has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares of Softenger, an Indian IT infrastructure and cybersecurity company. This will strengthen its ability to support Japanese companies’ global expansion.
How to rethink VPNs connecting sites in the face of large-scale automated attacks powered by AI
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株式会社ＩＤＹ has released a technical report, “Protecting Against Large-Scale Automated Attacks Powered by AI: A Private Cellular Network Configuration,” on protecting VPNs between sites from large-scale automated attacks powered by AI. It proposes switching from VPNs over the internet to private cellular lines operated by telecommunications carriers, aiming to reduce intrusion risks and ensure business continuity based on 3 requirements: “invisible, unreachable, and unstoppable.”
Daicel and others explain: Are AI’s answers really correct? 3 lectures on using AI in specialized work and legacy systems, the 5th “Easy to Put into Practice! Case Study Seminar” <Dec. 9 and 10, free admission>
2Shoulderpads’ “GALAXY TRAIN -Night on the Galactic Railroad-” opens Nov. 11 at CBGK Shibugeki!! in Tokyo!
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Following its success at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, 2Shoulderpads’ play “GALAXY TRAIN -Night on the Galactic Railroad-” began its homecoming performances in Japan on Nov. 11 at CBGK Shibugeki!! in Tokyo.
Facts
2025
2026
4 stars
5 stars
Original2倍になった
3 weeks
60 minutes
Companies mentioned：株式会社キューブ、CUBE GLOBAL STAGE PRESENTS、The Scotsman、British Theater Guide、Asian Art Awards
From Osaka to the world! antiqua expands to SOHO, New York, taking on a new challenge as a fashion brand from Japan
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株式会社antiqua will hold the grand opening of “ANTIQUA TOKYO,” its first directly operated store outside Japan, in SOHO, New York, on Nov. 24, 2026. The pre-opening will begin on Nov. 14, with collaboration events featuring artists including Shing02 and Dragon76.
Turn baking into time to restore yourself. “O-kashi Techo 2027,” created by a baking theory expert, goes on sale
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株式会社Sweets Link will release “O-kashi Techo 2027,” a planner combining baking and journaling. It is priced at 3,300 yen and will be available at 蔦屋家電 and the official online shop.
[ベンスクリニック新宿院] Plans to introduce “Botox treatment designed to reduce the risk of resistance,” drawing attention in Korean aesthetic medicine
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ベンスクリニック新宿院 has decided to fully introduce TYEMVERS, a next-generation botulinum toxin product developed by 鍾根堂バイオ in South Korea that excludes animal-derived ingredients.
Facts
Original1部位：4,290円(税込)～
4,290 yen (tax included)–43,890 yen (tax included)
Approximately 3–4 months
Companies mentioned：VANDS MARKETING、ベンスクリニック新宿、ベンスクリニック新宿院、ベンスクリニック、鍾根堂バイオ、Chong Kun Dang Bio
Status of public-private collaboration initiatives with startups in the 2nd quarter of Reiwa 8 fiscal year
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東京都 reported a cumulative total of 193 collaborative projects with startups in the 2nd quarter of Reiwa 8 fiscal year (July–September). This is part of initiatives based on “Global Innovation Strategy 2.0 STARTUP ＆ SCALEUP” and “2050 Tokyo Strategy.”
New merchandise to be sold at the Osaka venue of the “Fullmetal Alchemist × Daemons of the Shadow Realm Exhibition” revealed!
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株式会社スクウェア・エニックス has unveiled new merchandise to be sold at the Osaka venue of the “Fullmetal Alchemist × Daemons of the Shadow Realm Exhibition,” which will be held in 2026 to celebrate the works’ anniversaries.
Super-popular VTuber group にじさんじ visits サン宝石, a childhood dream for Heisei-era girls! “So nostalgic!” “Everyone had one” — reactions pour in
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サン宝石, operated by メモリーテックつくば株式会社, appeared in a popular segment by the VTuber group にじさんじ, operated by ANYCOLOR株式会社, introducing the history of the brand that was once a dream for Heisei-era girls and the stories behind the creation of its characters. Viewers shared their nostalgia and were moved, and the video surpassed 190,000 views in 16 hours.
[Event Report] Actress Nao and comedy duo Miki take the stage! Media presentation for the “Same-Eye-Level Knee Project” and presentation ceremony for the “Same-Eye-Level Knee Supporters”
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レバウェル介護 held a media presentation for the “Same-Eye-Level Knee Project” to coincide with November 11, “Nursing Care Day,” with actress Nao and comedy duo Miki in attendance. The event featured the announcement of survey findings and a presentation ceremony for the knee supports, the “Same-Eye-Level Knee Supporters.”
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Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
85.4％
Original1日平均22回
349 active nursing care workers
81.1％
87.7％
61.9％
16 years of experience
More than 2,000 cases annually
More than 560,000 monthly users
More than 100,000 job listings, among the largest in Japan
A first-ever new category for the brand! GravaStar launches 3 models in its new Mercury Edge gaming headset series, combining the aesthetics of a biomechanical skeleton with powerful sound
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株式会社GravaStar Japan has launched 3 models in its first-ever gaming headset series, Mercury Edge (Pro, Standard, Lite).
ラボル partners with ギークス株式会社's benefits program “フリノベ” for IT freelancers
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株式会社ラボル has partnered with ギークス株式会社's benefits program “フリノベ” for IT freelancers and begun offering preferential access to its AI factoring service “labol” to program members.
The 15th Kintaro Walk will be held, taking in the autumn leaves and history of the ancient temple Daiyuzan Saijoji. The first 300 participants will receive local specialty geta manju and tengu rice crackers as gifts. A limited-edition design of the temple stamp will also be sold in a limited run of 100.
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南足柄市 and 伊豆箱根鉄道株式会社 will hold the 15th Kintaro Walk on Reiwa 8, November 21. The approximately 7.9km route runs from Wadagawara Station to Daiyuzan Saijoji. The first 300 participants will receive geta manju and tengu rice crackers, and a limited-edition temple stamp will also be sold.
Launching the “Regional Finance Co-Creation Lab” to make regional finance a force supporting local businesses across the board
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株式会社NTT DXパートナー launched the “Regional Finance Co-Creation Lab” on November 11, 2026, for professionals at regional banks and credit unions, supporting the creation of systems that support local businesses across the board.
Jewelry and accessories e-commerce site ジェイウェル unveils Christmas Gift 2026
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ジェイウェル, an accessories and jewelry e-commerce site operated by 株式会社リーフワークス, has unveiled a special page, “Christmas Gift 2026,” for the 2026 Christmas season. It features carefully selected items in women's, men's, and matching categories and offers gift-wrapping services.
What will rising data center power demand require of batteries? Webinar to explore both grid-balancing capabilities and backup power
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ジャパンブランディング株式会社, the exclusive Japanese distributor of GUS Technology batteries, will hold a webinar in early December 2026 on grid-scale batteries to meet rising data center power demand.
A winter trip with グットリ♪ This winter, head to a festival of snow and light! Make special memories at the Sapporo White Illumination [Nov. 20 (Fri)–Mar. 14 (Sun)]
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A winter package featuring round-trip airfare to Sapporo and a hotel stay, perfect for enjoying the Sapporo White Illumination, is now available from グットリ, the travel booking site グッドトリップエクスプレス operated by 日本空輸株式会社.
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Celebrating its 46th year
The 25th Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo
It began in 1981 as Japan's first illumination event
New book by 株式会社識学 President and CEO Kodai Ando to be published on November 11
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A new book by 株式会社識学 President and CEO Kodai Ando, “After All, Power: The One Thing AI Cannot Take Away,” was published by ダイヤモンド社 on November 11, 2026.
[Little World] Launch of its first original drip coffee, “Continova (Continova),” on November 16! Runner-up in the Japan Brewers Cup 2014/2015, supervised by Kaho Murata <Aichi>
Labol partners with Geeks’ employee benefits program “Furínove” for IT freelancers
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株式会社ラボル has partnered with “Furínove,” an employee benefits program for IT freelancers operated by ギークス株式会社, and has begun offering its “labol” AI factoring service. As a result, Furínove members can use the service with half off the initial fee.
Singer-songwriter Jonah will release his debut EP “next to you” digitally today on the new label “Scrum Wave Music,” a collaboration between NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ and eggman.
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Singer-songwriter Jonah will digitally release his debut EP “next to you” on Nov. 11 on the new collaborative label “Scrum Wave Music” from 株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ and eggman, and has announced a release event for Jan. 23, 2027.
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Today, Wednesday, November 11
Features 5 tracks
Saturday, Jan. 23, 2027
Advance ticket: ¥1,800
Same-day ticket: ¥2,300
Up to 4 tickets per person
Established: May 1, 2023
Companies mentioned：株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ、eggman、NTTドコモ、吉本興業、sumika、SUPER BEAVER、マカロニえんぴつ、Scrum Wave Music