ビーウィズ launches website for its “HR AI Agent” service
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ビーウィズ株式会社 has launched a website for its “HR AI Agent” service, which uses AI and a dedicated team to handle checks of complex internal regulations and exception processing.
[Webinar] Dec. 2 (Wed.): The often-overlooked importance of integration: Keys to successful ERP implementation through 3 case studies
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パナソニック デジタル株式会社 will hold a webinar on December 2, 2026, highlighting the importance of integration as a key to successful ERP implementation and presenting 3 case studies.
[For media only] Reception to be held ahead of grand opening of “Hakata NUMBER SHOT,” making its debut at Hakata Station
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株式会社博多ステーションビル will hold a reception for members of the press ahead of the grand opening of “Hakata NUMBER SHOT,” which will be the first store of its kind at Hakata Station.
シャングリ・ラ 東京 offers holiday-season accommodation plan for families
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シャングリ・ラ 東京 will offer “Tokyo Family Adventure with a Little Chef,” a family accommodation plan available exclusively during the holiday season from November 18 to December 31, 2026. The plan is available for stays of 2 or more consecutive nights in an Executive Suite or Premier Suite, and includes benefits such as a sushi-making experience with a sushi chef at “なだ万,” a kids’ tent setup, and seasonal afternoon tea.
NTT patent technology tackles the challenge of “voices not being heard” at noisy worksites. Microphone-style communication device “SonoVo Stick” launches November 12
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NTT Sonority will launch “SonoVo Stick,” a microphone-style communication device equipped with NTT’s patented “Magic Focus Voice” technology, starting November 12, 2026. It delivers clear voice communications even in noisy environments and is slated for use at worksites including those of Tokyu Construction.
AI avatar answers job seekers’ questions 24 hours a day! “AI MODEL Plan” for “DS Chatbot” launches dedicated page for recruitment websites
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株式会社ディーエスブランド has launched a dedicated page for recruitment websites featuring a lifelike AI avatar that answers job seekers’ questions 24 hours a day, as part of the “AI MODEL Plan,” a premium option for its “DS Chatbot” automated website customer service.
Uber Japan to hold “Uber One Black Friday,” offering up to 50% off, starting November 17
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Uber Japan株式会社 will hold “Uber One Black Friday” from November 17 to 30, 2026, offering Uber One members discounts of up to 50% on food and daily necessities on Uber Eats, and 20% off Uber Premium rides to and from airports.
Share of South Korean visitors searching for “shio kombu” rises to about 4.6 times the level in the same period last year
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株式会社Payke announced that analysis of scan data from its inbound travel app Payke showed interest in shio kombu products among South Korean users rose to about 4.6 times the level in the same period a year earlier, from April to October 2026. “くらこん塩こんぶ” drew particularly strong interest, and similar trends were seen among travelers from Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Facts
About 4.6 times the level in the same period last year
About 1.8 times the level among Taiwanese users, which ranked second-highest
In October, about 6.7 times the monthly average for the same period last year
From antiques to pebbles, encounters become scenery. “Keshoku KESHIKI Hatago,” created by landscape director 団塚栄喜 and 李四
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“Keshoku KESHIKI Hatago,” a pop-up shop created by landscape director 団塚栄喜 and 李四, will open for a limited time starting November 12, 2026, at VISON, a resort complex in Taki, Mie Prefecture. The shop will exhibit and sell antiques, antiquities, books, and other items, offering new perspectives on their histories and value.
The “Spo-GOMI Koshien 2026 Kyoto Prefecture Tournament,” organized by 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 and KBS京都, was held in 亀岡市 on October 18, with the 園部高校 team taking first place. The 7 participating teams (21 people) collected a total of 16.99 kg of trash.
Facts
High school students aged 15–18
All 7 teams
Within the 60-minute time limit
On Sunday, October 18
The trash collected weighed 6.73 kg
Scoring 854.5 points
The trash collected weighed 2.20 kg /
582.0 points
The trash collected weighed 2.85 kg /
Scoring 485.0 points
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟、株式会社京都放送、KBS京都、日本財団、園部高校、洛西高校、宮津天橋高校、京都成章高校、亀岡市、京都市、南丹市、宮津市、サンガスタジアム by KYOCERA
NTTテクノクロス will begin offering its “TX Post-Quantum Cryptography Library,” an enterprise-grade library designed for the quantum computing era, on Nov. 12, 2026. The product supports the Japan-developed signature scheme QR-UOV and NIST-standardized schemes, helping organizations migrate in stages from existing systems.
Facts
Nov. 12, 2026
2030
Companies mentioned：NTTテクノクロス株式会社、NTTテクノクロス、NTT、東京大学、九州大学、長崎県立大学、National Institute of Standards and Technology、NIST
Nov. 14 is World Diabetes Day! The cold bath at こまき楽の湯 turns blue!
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天然温泉こまき楽の湯, operated by 株式会社ナカシロ, will hold “Blue Circle Sento” in cooperation with Komaki City, Aichi Prefecture, from Nov. 14 to 30, 2026, in conjunction with World Diabetes Day. The event will feature a blue cold bath and limited-time healthy menu items supervised by a registered dietitian.
Giant Gacha lottery event, pop-up store and illumination collaboration: エスターバニー brings Christmas to デックス東京ビーチ with “MERRY BUNNY XMAS”
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デックス東京ビーチ will hold “MERRY BUNNY XMAS,” a collaboration event with the Korea-origin character エスターバニー, from Dec. 2 to Dec. 25, 2026. The event will feature a Giant Gacha lottery, a pop-up store and photo spots, and will also tie in with the illuminations.
Mastercard will hold the “Dog RUN” and “Cat RUN” from Nov. 12 to 30, 2026, as the 2nd edition of “Mastercard GPS RUN,” which draws GPS art on the streets of Tokyo. Finishers will receive an original bandanna. The initiative is part of efforts toward Tokyo Marathon 2027 and will also promote cooperation with local member merchants and cashless payments.
Olympic gold medalist Kokomo Murase × Kohei Kudo × TOTALFAT! Special program “OUR CHANT — NEXT STAGE,” where music and snowboarding intersect, set to air!
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株式会社ムラサキスポーツ announced that the special program “OUR CHANT — NEXT STAGE,” a collaboration between punk rock band TOTALFAT and its sponsored riders Kokomo Murase and Kohei Kudo, will air at participating stores nationwide from Nov. 12, 2026.
Seeking franchisees: About 2 in 3 couples who visit find the studio through online searches. Self-wedding photography studio INAI WEDDING shares its first year of results and begins recruiting franchisees in Osaka and Fukuoka
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株式会社World map has released data from the first year of operation of its INAI WEDDING self-wedding photography studio franchise in Yokohama and has begun recruiting franchisees in Osaka and Fukuoka prefectures.
Facts
About 2 in 3 (65%)
Original開業直後の半年（2025年12月〜2026年5月）の約1.3倍
Original神奈川県内から来店したカップル 約8割（77%）
Franchise opportunities are available in 42 prefectures
Initial costs: about ¥3 million
Photography equipment: about ¥1 million
Outfits and accessories: about ¥1 million
Franchise fee: ¥1 million, including training and opening support
8% or 10% of monthly sales
Waived in months when monthly sales are ¥100,000 or less
A local company with a history of about 120 years sends young employees to a startup. iKEYAKU × AgeWellJapan take on next-generation leadership development and regional collaboration
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株式会社AgeWellJapan is advancing next-generation leadership development and regional collaboration by welcoming young employees seconded from iKEYAKU Holdings, a local company with a history of about 120 years.
Launch of “Inbound Flow,” a people-flow analysis service for inbound visitors. Significantly enhanced analysis options make visitor movements visible in their entirety
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Location AI株式会社 has launched Inbound Flow, a people-flow analysis system for international visitors to Japan, with significantly enhanced analysis options.
Facts
Monthly fee: ¥200,000 (before tax)
Number of registered analysis locations (POIs): 200 POIs
Singapore-based bedding brand SOJAO adopts Recustomer’s “Delivery Tracking” and “Returns and Exchanges” services
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Singapore-based bedding brand SOJAO has adopted Recustomer株式会社’s post-purchase experience platform, “Recustomer,” and launched its “Delivery Tracking” and “Returns and Exchanges” services. This makes SOJAO Recustomer’s first overseas SaaS partner.
キンプトン新宿東京 wins 3 awards at the 2026 World Luxury Hotel Awards, and also receives 2 awards in the beverage category
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キンプトン新宿東京 won 3 awards in the hotel category and 2 in the restaurant category (District Brasserie, Bar & Lounge) at the “World Luxury Awards 2026.” Details of limited-time plans commemorating the awards are now available.
Facts
3 awards
2 awards
85 hotels
More than 100 restaurants
Oct. 2, 2020
Nov. 12, 2026
December 10
Lunch: ¥8,500
Dinner: ¥15,000
Companies mentioned：キンプトン新宿東京、IHGホテルズ＆リゾーツ、キンプトンホテルズ&レストランツ、IHG ホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC、スターウッド・ホテルズ&リゾーツ、FRHI(フェアモント・ラッフルズホテルズ・インターナショナル)、マリオット・インターナショナル、フォションホテル京都、セントレジス・ニューヨーク、セントレジス・ボラボラリゾート、ザ・ペニンシュラ香港
ヴァル研究所 provides its “mixway Package” reservation system for the “Shared Bus Tacchi” service in the Tachibana area of 小田原市
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ヴァル研究所 will provide “mixway Package,” a reservation and payment system using LINE, for “Shared Bus Tacchi,” an AI on-demand transit service launching in November 2026 in the Tachibana area of 小田原市.
Facts
Nov. 12, 2026
Over the past 3 years
More than 120,000 companies have done business with us
India’s character merchandise market to reach about ¥770 billion by 2035 [A.T. Kearney]
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A joint study by A.T. Kearney and Animation International India forecasts that India’s character IP market will grow from ¥343.1 billion in 2025 to ¥768.7 billion in 2035. The purchase conversion rate remains at about 15%, with price, quality and availability posing barriers, making the ability to execute product development in partnership with local companies important for Japanese IP holders.
Facts
To reach ¥768.7 billion in 2035
¥343.1 billion in 2025
Annual average growth rate of about 8.4%
About 15%
Companies mentioned：A.T. カーニー株式会社、Animation International India、Kearney
Cloud IVR service “OSORA” expands coverage for local area codes to parts of all 47 prefectures
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株式会社Scene Live has expanded coverage for its cloud IVR service “OSORA,” extending existing coverage and beginning support for new local area codes in parts of 19 prefectures, including Akita Prefecture.
[名古屋観光ホテル 90th anniversary special event] A popular event returns! Santa Claus is coming from Finnish Lapland! A special 3-day event begins Friday, Dec. 4
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名古屋観光ホテル will host a special event to mark its 90th anniversary, welcoming Santa Claus from Finnish Lapland for 3 days starting Dec. 4, 2026. Events will include restaurant and accommodation experiences, photo opportunities and Christmas cake sales.
Facts
90th anniversary
3 days from Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
Adults: 8,000 yen
1 night for 2 guests: ¥59,300 and up
Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Santa for 30 people: ¥16,000
Santa for 100 people: ¥55,000
¥20,000 [height 13 cm × width 20 cm × depth 20 cm]
KING OF TIME Data Analysis launches “Talent Development” feature to visualize training hours
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株式会社ヒューマンテクノロジーズ has launched “Talent Development,” a new feature for its attendance management system “KING OF TIME Data Analysis” that visualizes training hours. The feature consolidates and graphs dispersed training data, supporting human capital management and investment decisions.
Facts
More than 75,000 companies have adopted the system
More than 4,650,000 user IDs
(as of October 2026)
Available starting November 11
Established: November 2011
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヒューマンテクノロジーズ、Udemy Business
About 70% of parents experience stress over middle school entrance exams! How to support your child before you reach “the breaking point” [Parent survey]
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塾選, operated by 株式会社DeltaX, surveyed 100 parents whose children had taken middle school entrance exams within the past 3 years. About 70% of parents said they experienced stress, which peaked during the second term of their child’s sixth-grade year. The biggest source of stress was “the child losing motivation,” while common regrets included reacting too strongly to mock exam results and micromanaging. Suggested ways to cope included ensuring adequate sleep and rest, and rewarding children with family trips.
Facts
Survey of 100 parents
69% answered “Yes”
Second term of sixth grade (54%)
The child lacking motivation or not studying (40%)
Being elated or disappointed by mock exam results (41%)
Getting enough sleep and rest (11%)
Being able to witness their child’s growth up close (58%)
“コミLab.” opens in the Kitakyushu area for the first time on Friday, Nov. 13! A store featuring more than 1,400 official products, including “原神,” “ゼンレスゾーンゼロ” and “崩壊：スターレイル,” opens at Miraiya Bookstore Kurosaki
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株式会社未来屋書店 will reopen “Miraiya Bookstore Kurosaki” in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, on Nov. 13, 2026, introducing its entertainment section “コミLab.” The store will carry more than 1,400 official products from popular games such as “原神” and will also host an “頭文字D” pop-up shop.
Launching Dec. 1: Villa Fontaine presents its “Winter Flavors Fair.”
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住友不動産ヴィラフォンテーヌ株式会社 will offer special winter menus for a limited time at 2 hotel restaurants in Tokyo Ariake and Haneda Airport, from Dec. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027.
クラウドストライク to acquire Dreadnode, boosting trust in AI and bringing automated AI security testing to agentic enterprises
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クラウドストライク has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Dreadnode, a leader in automated AI security testing. The acquisition will expand the Falcon platform, with general availability planned for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2027.
Facts
Nov. 3, 2026
More than 100
ASI01-ASI10
Fourth quarter of fiscal 2027
Companies mentioned：クラウドストライク、CrowdStrike、Dreadnode、CrowdStrike, Inc.
Dates and venues set for the international art festival “あいち2028”
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The international art festival “あいち2028” will run for 79 days, from September 16 to December 3, 2028. The main venues will be the Aichi Arts Center, Handa City and the Uchidabashi area of Minami Ward, Nagoya.
[Online seminar on Nov. 25 | Discussing how to reach young investors with HuffPost Japan Editor-in-Chief Izumiya] What should IR and corporate communications look like?
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ハフポスト日本版 (BuzzFeed Japan株式会社) and 株式会社プラップジャパン will hold an online seminar on Nov. 25, 2026, on corporate communications with young investors. With the expansion of the individual investor base as the new NISA grows in popularity, the seminar will discuss IR and corporate communications based on survey findings.
[Bambitious Nara] Report on the pre-event basketball clinic for the Koryo Town Sports Festival!
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On November 8, Bambitious Nara held a basketball clinic at Koryo Junior High School in Koryo Town, using a donation from Rohto Pharmaceutical. Players Osasele Idemudia, Gabe Quilan, and Shu Mayama provided instruction.
株式会社サンマルクカフェ will release all 4 types of “サンマルクカフェ Lucky Bags 2027” in limited quantities from December 2026. Each lucky bag includes 500-yen tickets worth the purchase price, and advance online sales will also be held.
Joint operation begins for “Ushiku Gourmeson, Reiwa 8 fiscal year,” hosted by Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture
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エヌエヌ生命保険株式会社 has begun jointly operating the program for “Ushiku Gourmeson, Reiwa 8 fiscal year,” hosted by Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, together with 株式会社しびっくぱわー. The first session was held on October 25, 2026, and the program will support participating businesses in generating ideas over a total of 5 sessions.
株式会社CBTソリューションズ will hold a tour of the Kabukiza Test Center for examination organizers. Attendees can see firsthand the routes taken by examinees and the measures in place to prevent cheating.
グッドパッチ officially launches “HRmony AI Interview Intelligence,” which strengthens human-led interviews instead of handing them over to AI
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株式会社グッドパッチ has officially launched “HRmony AI Interview Intelligence,” a service that supports interviewers and helps circulate interview expertise throughout organizations.
Original【福岡3号店】47都道府県の日本酒飲み放題と旬の海鮮を楽しむ居酒屋「トロ壱 天神西通り店」2026年11月20日オープン！当日は「日本酒120分飲み放題1円 or 生ビール1円」「お造り盛り無料」
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ENRAVE株式会社, a subsidiary of S.H.N株式会社, will open “トロ壱 Tenjin Nishidori” in Fukuoka on November 20, 2026. It will offer all-you-can-drink sake from all 47 prefectures and seafood dishes, with special limited-time offers to mark the opening.
Facts
Opening on Friday, November 20, 2026
Sake from all 47 prefectures
120 minutes of all-you-can-drink sake for 1 yen or draft beer for 1 yen
About 90 types of snacks to accompany drinks
About 90 types of snacks to accompany drinks, starting at 109 yen
Open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. the following day
A portrait of fragrance woven from science and imagination. “Headspace（ヘッドスペース）” launches in earnest on 11/12. Six fragrances evoke memories and scenes
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NOSE SHOP株式会社 will launch the French niche fragrance brand “Headspace（ヘッドスペース）” in earnest starting November 12, 2026. Combining “headspace technology” with the imagination of perfumers, the brand offers 6 fragrances that evoke memories and scenes.
Facts
Nov. 12, 2026
6 types in total
Founded in France in 2022
30 ml
30 ml: 18,700 yen
100ml
100 ml: 39,600 yen
26 locations in total
Companies mentioned：NOSE SHOP株式会社、NOSE SHOP、Headspace、Headspace（ヘッドスペース）、Le Galion、ル・ガリオン、Aether、エーテル、東京証券取引所TOKYO PRO Market
Survey on people’s honest views of AI phone agents: 64.6% said they had “no problem with it” or were “satisfied” even when good service came from AI. “Quality of service” determines acceptance of AI
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社wevnal, acceptance of AI phone agents depends more on “quality of service” than on “whether it is AI” itself; 64.6% said they had no problem with it or were satisfied when the service was good.
Facts
64.6% said “no problem with it” or “satisfied”
The figure rises to 89.5% when those who said it was acceptable are included
A survey of 1,030 men and women aged 20–59 nationwide
65.2% said “I’d definitely use it” or “I’d use it depending on the content”
[一建設株式会社] Holds a tour of a wooden-home construction site on November 6 for 39 second-year students in the Architectural Design Department at Aichi Prefectural Toyohashi Technical High School
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一建設株式会社 held a tour of a wooden-home construction site for 39 second-year students in the Architectural Design Department at Aichi Prefectural Toyohashi Technical High School, with the aim of deepening their understanding of the construction industry and securing talent.
Facts
39 second-year students in the Architectural Design Department
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
There were 4.78 million construction industry workers in 2025
The peak was 6.85 million in 1997
A decline of about 30%
Enacted in April 2024
About 1.66 times for university graduates
About 4.10 times for new high school graduates
About 31.90 times for industrial high school graduates
Official BOATRACE VR Splash Battle tournament “Splash Battle CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 WINTER” confirmed! A new “Rookie Championship Race” for beginners and a free trial week are also planned
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一般財団法人BOATRACE振興会 will hold “Splash Battle CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 WINTER” at Tokyo Tower FootTown on December 5 and 6. A “Rookie Championship Race” for beginners will be introduced, and a free trial week will be held the preceding week.
Collaboration with OJOS (Oh-jos), a womenswear brand from Seoul, South Korea: “SOREL X OJOS” launches Nov. 12, 2026, Japan time
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Footwear brand SOREL and OJOS, a womenswear brand from Seoul, South Korea, have collaborated on 2 limited-edition winter boot styles, set to launch on Nov. 12, 2026, Japan time.
TB Global Technologies to Exhibit at the 11th Drink Japan: See Rotary Joints in Person, Addressing Labor Shortages at Food Factories and Increasingly Sophisticated Hygiene Management
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TB Global Technologies, part of 東京貿易グループ, will exhibit at the 11th Drink Japan, to be held in November 2026, and display a sanitary swivel joint (rotary joint) in person to address labor shortages and hygiene management challenges at food factories.
Announcing research findings on the functional properties of sudachitin derived from sudachi peel—contributing to health and a sustainable society through upcycling unused resources
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第一工業製薬 will present research on the functional properties of sudachitin, a flavonoid derived from the peel of Tokushima-grown sudachi, including its anti-obesity effects, suppression of cerebral infarction progression and collagenase inhibition, at the Nobiletin and PMF Research Association meeting to be held at 愛媛大学 on Nov. 28, 2026.
ユニリーバ・ジャパン・カスタマーマーケティング株式会社 will launch limited-edition packaging for all 6 products from personal beauty care brand ダヴ, created in collaboration with サンリオ characters My Melody and Little Twin Stars, starting Nov. 23, 2026.
Facts
Limited-edition collaboration packaging in all 6 designs
Launching nationwide from Nov. 23, 2026
Just 7% of people are confident in their appearance
A new community hub opens in front of Hakuba Station, the gateway to a world-class mountain resort: Burton Hakuba Store opens Nov. 22 (Sunday)
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Burton will open Burton Hakuba Store inside the HBC Building in front of Hakuba Station, Nagano Prefecture, on Nov. 22, 2026. Opening events are planned to include sales of collaborative products with POW JAPAN and demonstration runs by professional riders.
Facts
Opening Nov. 22, 2026
Opening of the 3rd store in Nagano Prefecture
5 people will be selected by lottery to win an opening commemorative T-shirt
ヴァレオ Japan consolidates and expands its Kitakyushu manufacturing sites
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ヴァレオ Japan has launched the “ONE KANDA” project to consolidate and expand its manufacturing sites in Kitakyushu, with the new site scheduled for completion in April 2027. The project aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.
Facts
The new site is scheduled for completion in April 2027
Cooling components by about 22%
Heater section made about 23% smaller
Annual CO2 emissions are expected to be reduced by 25 tons
Mobile sales vehicle “Uetan-go” launches in Koga, Ibaraki Prefecture, supporting community building
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Welcia Yakkyoku has begun operating the mobile sales vehicle “Uetan-go” in Koga, Ibaraki Prefecture, to help older residents shop and support community building. This brings the nationwide fleet to 43 vehicles.
Tokyo and Osaka events! User meetup “ScanSnap NEXT 2026”: Unlocking the potential of information through scanning and AI
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株式会社PFU will hold “ScanSnap NEXT 2026,” user meetup events in Tokyo and Osaka, to mark the 25th anniversary of the ScanSnap image scanner. Plans include exploring ways to use scanned data with AI and an advance preview of products under development.
SkyDrive raises funds from Tobu Railway and Tobu Top Tours
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株式会社SkyDrive has raised funds through a third-party allotment of shares to Tobu Railway and Tobu Top Tours, and will advance business partnerships aimed at bringing “flying cars” into practical use in the Kanto region.
Facts
Demonstration flight held at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Currently working with local partners and municipalities in 10 countries worldwide
4 railway companies responsible for regional transportation and tourism infrastructure
SkyDrive’s 5th railway company partnership
Toward the launch of commercial services in 2028 and sustained growth beyond
Established in July 2018
In 2020, it succeeded in Japan’s first public manned flight test
NAVEX and Bell System 24 open NAVEX’s first contact center in Japan
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NAVEX and 株式会社ベルシステム24 have opened NAVEX’s first contact center in Japan, in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. Against the backdrop of the amended Whistleblower Protection Act taking effect, the initiative aims to strengthen the system for receiving internal reports in Japanese, improve the efficiency of risk and compliance management, and build trust.
After 楽天モバイル scaled back au roaming, 74.2% of 500 users said “no change” — even among the 93 who said service had “worsened,” 76.3% intend to keep using it
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A survey of 500 楽天モバイル users by 株式会社ALL CONNECT found that 74.2% reported “no change” after au roaming was scaled back. Even among the 18.6% who felt connectivity had “worsened,” 81.7% experienced problems, yet 76.3% said they intended to keep using the service.
Facts
500 users
74.2% (371 respondents) said “no change”
18.6% (93 respondents) said it had “worsened”
76.3% (71 respondents) intend to keep using 楽天モバイル
81.7% (76 respondents) experienced problems in their daily lives or at work
[Survey of 114 official websites of prefectures, designated cities and government ministries] 98.1% had no mention of AI crawlers in robots.txt. Only 2 sites named them, and 1 site had an llms.txt file
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A survey by 株式会社Uravation found that of 114 official websites belonging to Japan’s 47 prefectures, 20 designated cities, government ministries and other bodies, 98.1% had no mention of AI crawlers in robots.txt. Only 2 sites named them, and just 1 site had an llms.txt file.
A sparkling touch: ラコステ’s 2026 fall/winter holiday collection
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ラコステ has unveiled its 2026 fall/winter holiday collection. The items, inspired by founder René Lacoste’s debut in high society, combine sparkle with French chic and are now available at stores nationwide and online.
Promoting business opportunities in Japan and Turkey’s tourism industries: “GoTürkiye Destination Promotion” workshops to be held again this year in Osaka and Tokyo
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The Republic of Türkiye Embassy’s Culture and Tourism Office, in collaboration with TGA and Turkish Airlines, held “GoTürkiye Destination Promotion” workshops in Osaka (W大阪) and Tokyo (帝国ホテル) to promote business opportunities in Japan and Turkey’s tourism industries. About 80 industry representatives attended, and topics included the return of the 2027 F1® Turkish Grand Prix and information on the Michelin Guide.
NearMe raises about 520 million yen to build sustainable local transportation
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株式会社NearMe raised about 520 million yen from existing shareholders, new investors and lenders to improve the sustainability of local transportation and respond to growing tourism demand. Its total funds raised reached about 3.88 billion yen.
[Flying Tiger] This Christmas, gather at home! A feature on “shareable treats” to serve alongside your cake
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Flying Tiger Copenhagen, operated by Zebra Japan株式会社, is running a Christmas campaign from October to December under the theme “Not your ordinary Christmas.” As part of its “shareable treats” feature, on sale from October 16, 2026, it highlights 10 recommended items from a collection of 20, including gingerbread cookies and gingerbread houses.
Facts
59.1% say they want to “make sweets” this Christmas, up from
a participation rate of 30.1% the previous year
On sale from Friday, October 16, 2026
From a collection of 20 items
Introducing 10 recommended items
Gingerbread cookies 810 yen (tax included)
Gingerbread house (sweet house) 756 yen (tax included)
Mini gingerbread house (sweet house) 540 yen (tax included)
Christmas butter cookies (20 pieces) 594 yen (tax included)
Christmas tree cookies 972 yen (tax included)
Ornament chocolates 756 yen (tax included)
Christmas coin chocolates 432 yen (tax included)
Chocolate with milky filling 486 yen (tax included)
Snowman chocolates with milky filling 432 yen (tax included)
<3rd EC and Mail-Order DXPO Tokyo ’26 [Autumn]> Exhibition to expand business and improve operational efficiency for EC and mail-order businesses
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ブティックス株式会社 will hold the “3rd EC and Mail-Order DXPO Tokyo ’26 [Autumn]” at Ariake GYM-EX on November 19 and 20, featuring specialized seminars and IT products and services for EC businesses.
A 3D-printed pillow about 15 cm long that can be carried by attaching it to a bag: “4D MAKURA LATTICE mini”; project set to launch on Makuake on December 11 [APPLE TREE株式会社]
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APPLE TREE株式会社 plans to launch a crowdfunding project for “4D MAKURA LATTICE mini,” a compact pillow made using 3D printing technology, on Makuake on December 11, 2026.
AI-powered learning materials “Qubena” to begin roster integration and SSO with Konica Minolta Japan’s learning e-portal “tomoLinks” in phases starting this fiscal year — Easing roster management burdens and enabling a seamless digital learning foundation
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株式会社COMPASS announced that its AI-powered learning materials “Qubena” will support roster integration and SSO with Konica Minolta Japan’s learning e-portal “tomoLinks,” with a phased rollout scheduled to begin this fiscal year.
Facts
More than 220 municipalities nationwide
Approximately 3,300 elementary and junior high schools
Used by more than 1 million people
9 subjects for elementary and junior high school
Includes more than 100,000 questions
Digital testing in 2025
Development began in 2019
“Qubena” launched in 2016
Working jointly with 小学館集英社プロダクション since 2024
Officially launching in 2026 as the inquiry-based learning library “SPARKE (Spark)”
[Hokkaido, Otaru] 20% off this fall at glampark Otaru Hanaemi. Stay package includes jingisukan in a private BBQ hut
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サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 is running an autumn sale offering 20% off adult rates at “glampark Otaru Hanaemi” in Otaru, Hokkaido. The property offers a 1-night, 2-meal plan with jingisukan in a private BBQ hut, as well as a room-only plan. Reservations are available through January 31, 2027.
Get popular products for less with an early Black Friday deal! Limited-edition box featuring 3 Nutella® collaboration varieties is about 20.39% off! “Black Friday Box”
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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Japan will offer the limited-edition “Black Friday Box,” featuring 6 Nutella® collaboration doughnuts, at a special price about 20.39% off ahead of Black Friday to mark its 20th anniversary.
sonar ATS by HRMOS launches “Small Edition,” a new plan that is easy and affordable to get started with
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Thinkings株式会社 has launched “Small Edition,” a new plan for its applicant tracking system “sonar ATS by HRMOS.” With minimal initial setup, it is available from ¥20,000 per month and was developed based on survey findings for companies with 300 or fewer employees.
Neo Japan to exhibit at the “19th HCS Solution Fair 2026”
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株式会社ネオジャパン will exhibit at the “19th HCS Solution Fair 2026,” hosted by Hokuriku Computer Service, showcasing products including desknet's NEO and neoAI Chat for desknet's.
INTAGE and SENSY launch partnership to enhance store development support using “SCI-CODE” and AI
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株式会社インテージ and SENSY株式会社 have launched a partnership to enhance store development support for retailers by combining INTAGE’s purchasing history data “SCI-CODE” with SENSY’s AI service “SENSY GeoScope.”
Free online seminar to cover the latest on the SCS Assessment System and what companies should be doing now — From understanding the system to practical countermeasures and operational tips
Limited-edition design celebrates completion of the Shuri Castle Main Hall: “オリオン ザ・プレミアム 首里城デザイン缶” launches December 1 (Tuesday)
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オリオンビール will launch “オリオン ザ・プレミアム 首里城デザイン缶” in a limited quantity starting December 1, 2026, to mark the completion of the Shuri Castle Main Hall’s restoration.
Japan’s largest-scale specialist exhibition for building maintenance and facilities management: “Building Maintenance Human Fair & Clean EXPO 2026” to bring together the latest in robotics, DX and smart buildings to tackle labor shortages
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公益社団法人全国ビルメンテナンス協会 and 一般社団法人日本能率協会 will hold “Building Maintenance Human Fair & Clean EXPO 2026” at Tokyo Big Sight from November 18 to 20, 2026. The event will feature exhibits of robotics and DX technologies to address labor shortages, as well as sessions sharing case studies from other companies in the industry.
New Era × ジャムホームメイド turns “Old English” into Japanese katakana. A new blackletter cap with striking black lettering arrives! On sale starting November 13, 2026.
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株式会社JAM HOME MADE will launch the “9THIRTY™ Blackletter Cap Black,” a collaboration with New Era®, on November 13, 2026.
Facts
Price: 7,700 yen (tax included)
In M/L (57–61 cm)
[Price] ¥20,900 (tax included)
[Price] ¥19,800 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 JAM HOME MADE、New Era®、ジャムホームメイド、ZOZOTOWN
Changing “We introduced generative AI, but it isn’t delivering results”—manage accuracy, governance and costs in 1 place with the Connect AI Gateway AI gateway
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CData Software Japan 合同会社 will hold an online launch event for its new service, Connect AI Gateway, which addresses challenges related to accuracy, governance and costs when implementing generative AI, on December 3, 2026.
Facts
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026
14:00〜16:00
5 launch partners
Sept. 29, 2026
More than 10,000 customers
Companies mentioned：CData Software Japan 合同会社、CData、Microsoft、SAP、NetSuite、Salesforce、kintone、Anthropic、Databricks、Google、Palantir、株式会社テクトラジャパン、TAOドライブ株式会社、株式会社ニューコム、ベル・データ株式会社、双日テックイノベーション株式会社
株式会社天地人: Demonstration project for a water pipeline risk diagnosis system using satellite data and AI across 4 Asian countries selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s FY Reiwa 7 supplementary Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Program Grant (Small-Scale Demonstration and FS Projects)
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株式会社天地人’s demonstration project for a water pipeline risk diagnosis system has been selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s supplementary Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Program Grant for FY Reiwa 7. Demonstrations will be conducted in 4 countries: India, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand.
Facts
June 30, 2026
Reiwa 7 fiscal year
3 years after the service launched
Cumulative number of adopting organizations surpasses 100
Companies mentioned：株式会社天地人、横浜ウォーター株式会社、Maynilad Water Services, Inc.、タイ地方水道公社（PWA）
Restore the “decline in the skin barrier” caused by oxidative stress! Effects of a heparin-like substance and a pyridoxine analog confirmed in human skin tissue (※1)
From “a place to stay” to “a place that creates value”: HOTEL BUSINESS SUMMIT 2027 to bring the industry together to shape its future, taking place January 7, 2027
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株式会社宿屋塾 and 株式会社Hagino will jointly hold HOTEL BUSINESS SUMMIT 2027 at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu Conference on January 7, 2027. The event will feature 3 components—talks, an exhibition and career matching for students—and will be free of charge for hospitality industry professionals and students interested in the field.
Spa LaQua（スパ ラクーア） × Wonjungyo（ウォンジョンヨ）: A sparkling Christmas collaboration event! Enjoy a special beauty experience with hair and makeup.
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Wonjungyo, operated by 株式会社Rainmakers, and 東京ドーム天然温泉スパ ラクーア will hold a collaborative event from December 1 through 27, 2026. Activities include a gift of a winter-limited esthetic treatment, product samples in the bathing area, a stamp rally and a capsule lottery for those who follow on social media.
Pixie Dust Technologies’ VUEVO to host the 4th “Visible Conversations Snack Bar,” a DE&I snack event, in Gotanda
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Pixie Dust Technologies held the 4th “Visible Conversations Snack Bar,” a DE&I event using its VUEVO real-time speech recognition and translation service, in Gotanda, providing an environment where people with and without hearing difficulties could interact.
[Event Report] Arsaga Partners’ Fujimoto and Ishiguro speak at the “Use Case and Technology Trends Study Group” hosted by Generative AI Japan
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Keita Fujimoto and Motohiro Ishiguro of Arsaga Partners spoke at the “Use Case and Technology Trends Study Group” hosted by Generative AI Japan, presenting on building data platforms with data mesh and on AI governance.
Facts
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
Established in January 2024
16 experts
2012, ドイツのカールスルーエ工科大学
Transferred to a foreign-affiliated consulting firm in 2016
Joined Arsaga Partners in 2022
Appointed executive officer in April 2024
In 2013, after graduating from university
In 2017, launched a new security division
Joined Arsaga Partners in 2025
Comprehensively identify risks from 10 perspectives
15.6% in FY2023
44.0% in FY2025
Original2年で3倍近くに増えた
July 2026
Cannot be monitored 24 hours a day
Can be monitored 24 hours a day
Number of employees: 399
As of the end of October 2026
Capital: 1.4347 billion yen
Established: January 2016
Companies mentioned：アルサーガパートナーズ株式会社、Generative AI Japan、GenAI、慶應義塾大学医学部、ドイツのカールスルーエ工科大学、Karl Benz School of Engineering、Databricks、米国国立標準技術研究所、NIST、OWASP、Open Worldwide Application Security Project、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、IPA
Schoo supports self-directed learning for approximately 90 domestic group companies of Sekisui Chemical and approximately 21,000 employees
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株式会社Schoo provides its corporate online training service, “Schoo for Business,” to approximately 90 domestic group companies of Sekisui Chemical Industries and approximately 21,000 employees, supporting self-directed learning and talent development.
Facts
Approximately 90 domestic group companies
Approximately 21,000 employees
Approximately 9,000 recorded lessons currently available
Approximately 1.44 million cumulative registered members
MISUMI EC site obtains certification under the international information security standard “ISO27001”
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株式会社ミスミグループ本社 obtained certification under “ISO27001,” the international standard for information security management systems (ISMS), for the MISUMI EC site on September 28, 2026.
Survey of 403 イオンカード members: 45.9% said they “received” the new-member benefit; 40.2% “do not remember”
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A survey of 403 イオンカード members conducted by アドバイザーナビ株式会社 found that 45.9% had received the new-member benefit, while 40.2% did not remember. Web and app applications accounted for 52.9%, exceeding in-store applications; among cards issued in 2025 or later, 73.3% of applications were made via the web or app.
Facts
403 primary イオンカード members
45.9% said they “received” the new-member benefit
40.2% “do not remember”
52.9% applied via the web or app
46.9% applied in-store
54.0% of those who applied via the web or app received the benefit
Those who applied in-store (37.0%)
Among people who got a card in 2025 or later, 73.3% applied via the web or app
72.5% “do not remember” whether the application form had a “promotion code” field
TASAKI refreshes boutique staff uniforms for the first time in about 15 years
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TASAKI announced on November 12, 2026, that it would refresh its boutique staff uniforms for the first time in about 15 years. The designs were created by fashion brand “divka” and selected by a staff vote.
Relax with the Pokémon of “ポケピース.” New eyewear “ポケピース meets JINS HOME(R)” launches Thursday, November 19
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株式会社ジンズ will launch “ポケピース meets JINS HOME(R),” new eyewear expressing the world of “ポケピース,” which depicts the Pokémon living in “peace,” starting November 19, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 19, 2026
2 models, 7 styles in total
￥8,900
Refractive index: 1.60
￥2,500
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジンズ、JINS、Nintendo、Creatures Inc.、GAME FREAK inc.
araree launches “A-RING SLIM,” an ultra-thin, MagSafe-compatible phone ring that blends seamlessly into your smartphone, measuring approximately 3.7 mm
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株式会社ロア・インターナショナル has begun taking preorders for “A-RING SLIM,” an ultra-thin MagSafe-compatible phone ring from mobile accessories brand “araree.” It features a slim design, measuring approximately 3.7 mm thick and weighing approximately 18 g.
Salesforce named a Leader in the “IDC MarketScape: Japan Unified AI Platforms 2026 Vendor Assessment”
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Salesforce was named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape “Japan Unified AI Platforms 2026 Vendor Assessment.” The report covers the domestic Unified AI Platforms market, and Salesforce was recognized for AI agents closely connected to business context, open interoperability, and unified governance enabled by coexistence with other companies’ platforms.
ギブリー launches “DECA AI Assist,” which uses AI to support contact center operators during calls with listening and responses, and after calls with documentation and requests
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株式会社ギブリー has added “DECA AI Assist,” an operator support tool, to its AI agent platform for contact centers, “DECA Service Agent,” and began offering it today.
株式会社ビーケー・ジャパン will run a campaign on its official app for 5 days starting November 16, 2026, to celebrate バーガーキング® surpassing 401 locations nationwide. Whopper sets will be discounted by up to 28% (¥300 off).
Facts
Surpassing 400 locations nationwide
401 locations
Up to 28% off
300 yen off
5 days only
There were 77 locations
An increase of 324 locations
More than 19,000 stores
Countries around the world, spanning more than 120 countries