BOBBI BROWN × The Met launch their second collaboration. A limited collection of popular skincare and makeup products adorned with art
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BOBBI BROWN will launch a limited skincare and makeup collection featuring artwork in its design, as its second collaboration with New York’s メトロポリタン美術館 (The Met).
In an era when hiring alone is not enough: Free trial of “how to teach the job” to overcome labor shortages, taught by a former Toyota supervisor
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株式会社OJTソリューションズ will hold a free trial session in November 2026 for “T-Learning,” an online training program on “how to teach the job,” taught by a former Toyota Motor supervisor.
Webinar to explore the latest trends in corporate communications, from brand messaging to SSBJ compliance, under the theme “How can companies communicate their value creation on the web?”
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株式会社ブレーンセンター will hold a webinar on Nov. 26, 2026, under the theme “How can companies communicate their value creation on the web?” Participation is free.
Facts
Nov. 26, 2026
15:00~16:00
Capacity: 100 people
Capital: 50 million yen
Number of employees: 124 (fiscal year ended August 2025)
[Amusement park Musashino Village] Get up close with unusual creatures! “Asobe-ru Aquarium” to be held Nov. 21 (Sat.), 22 (Sun.) and 23 (national holiday Monday)
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Midori no Naka no Family Land Musashino Village will hold “Asobe-ru Aquarium” from Nov. 21 to 23, offering hands-on experiences with living creatures and workshops. A tuna butchering show and a whole yellowtail and salmon filleting show will also take place on Nov. 22.
Peacock Mahobin launches the new steam humidifier (WHA-40) to improve the winter air environment. A new option for dry indoor spaces in winter
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Peacock Mahobin Kogyo will launch the WHA-40 steam humidifier in fall/winter 2026. Its high-power 1200W output enables rapid humidification, and it features a hygienic design and simple operation.
Facts
As a new product for fall/winter 2026
High-power 1200W output
Targeting 480mL/h in high mode
8 tatami mats in a wooden Japanese-style room
13 tatami mats in a prefabricated Western-style room
Signing of a contract for the “Water PPP Project” in Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture
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ウェルズあかがね株式会社, a special-purpose company funded by メタウォーター株式会社, signed a contract with Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture, on Nov. 6, 2026, for a comprehensive outsourcing project covering water supply, industrial water supply and sewerage facilities.
[Webinar confirmed for Nov. 25] Can you respond after a harassment complaint is received? Challenges companies face and support systems needed after harassment occurs
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株式会社アドバンテッジリスクマネジメント will hold a web seminar on Nov. 25, 2026, explaining the challenges of responding to harassment and the support systems required after an incident.
Instagram automation tool “エルグラム” adds a list of bulk message recipients and errors
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株式会社ミショナ has updated its Instagram automation tool “エルグラム,” adding a new page where users can view bulk message recipients and error results in a list. It also reported that it has addressed PHP vulnerabilities and strengthened security.
Become a company chosen by AI! New service “HERO AIVO” announced. Briefing session scheduled for Nov. 20 and Meta Heroes’ 5th anniversary event for Dec. 3
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株式会社Meta Heroes has announced “HERO AIVO,” a new service supporting SEO and AI search optimization, and plans to hold a briefing session on Nov. 20 and a 5th anniversary event on Dec. 3.
KENZO unveils its 2026 holiday campaign, “KENZO'S TREE OF JOY”
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ケンゾー・パリ・ジャパン株式会社 has announced its 2026 holiday campaign, “KENZO'S TREE OF JOY,” inspired by Kenzo Takada’s Christmas tree. It will release an image film directed by Andy Massaccesi and a capsule collection that brings a playful touch to winter staples.
Facts
2026
Companies mentioned:KENZO PARIS JAPAN、ケンゾー・パリ・ジャパン株式会社、KENZO
【Ron Herman】A special collaboration with Marie-Hélène de Taillac marks its 30th anniversary! Designer visit event also scheduled
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French jewelry brand Marie-Hélène de Taillac is teaming up with Ron Herman on a special collaboration to mark the brand’s 30th anniversary in 2026. Limited-edition items go on sale Nov. 21, and a designer visit event will be held Nov. 23.
Facts
Marking the brand’s 30th anniversary
In 2026, marking the brand’s 30th anniversary
Starting Nov. 21 (Sat.)
On Nov. 23 (a public holiday, Monday)
New charms for spring/summer 2027
Price: ¥58,300
Price: ¥47,300
Price: ¥72,600
Price: ¥15,400
Price: ¥143,000
Price: ¥36,300
Price: ¥28,600
Price: ¥23,100
Price: ¥11,000
10 cm ¥20,900
8 cm ¥18,700
Price: ¥17,600
Price: ¥25,300
Large ¥6,480
Small ¥2,808
Nov. 14 (Saturday)–Nov. 29 (Sunday)
Founded in 1996
Companies mentioned:株式会社リトルリーグ、Ron Herman、Marie-Hélène de Taillac、pillings、Kashmir Loom、ecru、鍵善良房、イセタン羽田ストア、タカシマヤ ゲートタワーモール店
【Held Nov. 20 (Friday)】Free seminar on practical rigging and animation case studies from the production of the TV anime “TANK CHAIR—Tank Chair”
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株式会社ボーンデジタル and 株式会社ポリゴン・ピクチュアズ will hold a seminar on Nov. 20, 2026, on practical rigging and animation case studies from the production of the TV anime “TANK CHAIR—Tank Chair.” The event marks the free release of “eST3,” a framework for Maya. Capacity is 100, and admission is free.
AOSU expands domestic sales channels through collaboration with SB C&S
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AOSU LIFE株式会社 has signed a sales agency agreement with SB C&S株式会社 for Japan, and will offer products from its smart security brand “AOSU” at electronics retailers and on e-commerce sites.
Facts
Global cumulative shipments have reached 7 million units
AOSU LIFE established its Japanese subsidiary in 2025
【Celebrating the opening of HMVららぽーと堺!】VTuber “白星みづき” from Lawson Ticket Xone becomes an in-store digital signage navigator! A variety of campaigns and product promotions also planned
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HMVららぽーと堺 will open on Nov. 17, 2026, with VTuber “白星みづき” from ローソンチケット serving as an in-store navigator on digital signage. Campaigns, including doubled Ponta points and product discounts, will also be held.
The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of “メタファー:リファンタジオ” launches today at a new price!
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株式会社アトラス has launched the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of “メタファー:リファンタジオ” at a new price of ¥3,990. A SEGA Account registration campaign and sales of official merchandise have also begun.
【島根スサノオマジック holds SMILE HIGH FIVE cleanup activities】Creating opportunities to take action for the community through cleanup activities
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島根スサノオマジック held cleanup activities at バンダイナムコアリーナ松江 and Inasa Beach in October and November 2026 as part of SMILE HIGH FIVE. Partner company 株式会社ワークポート also took part, and ongoing activities to contribute to the community are planned.
楽天グループ will hold Black Friday sales on 楽天市場, 楽天ブックス and 楽天ラクマ starting Nov. 19, and on 楽天リーベイツ starting Nov. 20. The services will run promotions including bonus points and coupons, with partner brands and stores such as タイガー魔法瓶, ブラウン, ランコム, Apple公式ストア, 資生堂オンラインストア, iHerb and マイプロテイン also participating.
Facts
Up to 47.5 times the regular amount
“Black Coupons” offering up to ¥9,600 off
Coupons offering up to ¥1,000 off
Coupons offering up to ¥6,000 off
When you spend at least ¥5,000 including tax
“楽天ポイント” at 8.6 times the usual rate
Mobile subscribers can earn up to 9.6 times the usual rate
Original最大1,000ポイントの「楽天ポイント」を進呈
100 points on purchases of at least ¥10,000 before tax
500 points on purchases of at least ¥30,000 before tax
1,000 points on purchases of at least ¥50,000 before tax
Companies mentioned:楽天グループ株式会社、楽天、楽天市場、楽天ブックス、楽天ラクマ、楽天リーベイツ、Rebates、タイガー魔法瓶、ブラウン、ランコム、ポケットモンスター、楽天モバイル、Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station、アンカー・ダイレクト楽天市場店、釜庄、Apple公式ストア、資生堂オンラインストア、iHerb、マイプロテイン
【Order by Nov. 30 to receive it in time for Christmas】Free shipping campaign for “ぺっとっと,” a picture book starring your pet
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木村情報技術株式会社 is offering a free shipping campaign for its personalized pet picture book service “ぺっとっと” for orders placed by Nov. 30, in time for Christmas.
A new fragrance inspired by the world of the characters from the TV anime Naruto Shippuden lets fans enjoy their favorite characters through scent and voice!
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株式会社テレビ東京ダイレクト will release a series of original fragrances inspired by 5 characters from the TV anime Naruto Shippuden. The fragrances come in 5 varieties, each priced at ¥11,000 including tax, in 50ml bottles and packaged in a cosmetic box with newly recorded voice clips. Advance reservations are scheduled to open on November 13, 2026.
Facts
5 types in total
11,000 yen each
Contents: 50 ml
Cumulative circulation has surpassed 250 million copies
Advance reservation sales period: Friday, November 13, 2026
<Exclusive to the koe donuts official web store> A limited-quantity release on Friday, November 13: a “Winter Lucky BOX” featuring an assortment of popular baked treats, with 13 items worth ¥6,620, for just ¥4,500 including tax!
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koe donuts, operated by 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will offer a limited number of “Winter Lucky BOX” sets featuring an assortment of popular baked treats, exclusively through its official web store starting November 13. The price is ¥4,500 including tax.
A special Christmas at Tokyo Dome City, illuminated by more than 1 million lights! A 3-day Christmas event featuring movie screenings, Santa meet-and-greets and bonfire experiences!
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株式会社東京ドーム will hold TOKYO SNOW DOME CITY from November 19, 2026, through February 28, 2027, featuring a collaborative illumination display with Sanrio character Cinnamoroll. A Christmas event will also be held for 3 days only, from December 18 to 20, with activities including movie screenings and Santa meet-and-greets.
An AI development company opens its entire “prototype shelf” to the public. Try and explore “hands-on AI demos” to find the right AI for your company—8 tools, including customer feedback analysis, vertical video ad checks and drawing estimates
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株式会社wren has released “さわれるAIデモ集,” a collection of business AI tool demos that can be tried for free without registration. It offers 8 prototype demos, including customer feedback analysis and vertical video ad checks. Tools users like can be rebuilt specifically for their company.
株式会社Corva launches “デベ帳,” a project management system for developers of detached-home subdivisions and residential land, and simultaneously releases a smartphone app
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株式会社Corva has launched “デベ帳,” a project management system for developers of detached-home subdivisions and residential land, along with an Android smartphone app. It is seeking early-adoption partners from among the first 10 companies to apply by December 31, 2026, and will provide 3 months of free use.
Facts
First 10 companies
Free to use for 3 months
Those who apply by December 31, 2026
Original1ユーザー月額10,000円(税抜)
Free for 30 days
Original1ユーザー月額5,000円・税抜
Half price for the following 12 months
Progress management using 9 phases and tasks
We’ll walk you through it together for the first hour
【2026 Osaka-Made Brand selections announced】The buzzworthy pen-shaped beauty device nicknamed “Posuposu” has been certified! What inspired its development? It all began with an offhand remark!
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株式会社HANA’s self-care brand FiOLU’s pen-shaped beauty device Tap Care Pencil has been certified as an Osaka-Made Brand for 2026. Its distinctive design uses magnetic repulsion, allowing stepless strength adjustment and interchangeable tips.
AMC Software Japan releases “Rocket® Visual COBOL 12.0J” and “Rocket® Enterprise Products 12.0J”
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AMC Software Japan announced that it will begin sales on January 5, 2027, of the latest “12.0J” versions of Rocket Software group’s COBOL and enterprise products. The new versions add standard support for an MCP server compatible with GitHub Copilot, as well as support for Visual Studio 2026 and .NET 10, and provide AI-powered modernization support.
Facts
Domestic sales begin on January 5, 2027
Shipping begins: January 15, 2027
Supports approximately 70% of business transactions worldwide
More than 12,500 customers
750 partners
More than 3,000 employees worldwide
Companies mentioned:AMC ソフトウェアジャパン合同会社、ロケットソフトウェア、Rocket Software、GitHub、Microsoft、Red Hat、IBM、PostgreSQL、OpenJDK、WebSphere Liberty、Bain Capital Private Equity
Reskilling Camp recognized as an authorized training partner of the AICX Association, offering end-to-end support from earning the “AI Agent Strategist” qualification to corporate implementation
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株式会社パーソル総合研究所 has been recognized as an authorized training partner of 一般社団法人AICX協会 and will begin offering training programs to support participants from earning the “AI Agent Strategist” qualification through corporate implementation on November 12, 2026.
Facts
While the rate of generative AI use at work has reached 54.3%
Find initiatives relevant to your accommodation through your operational challenges: a collection of labor-saving case studies for lodging facilities is now available!|観光庁 Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy Program for Tourist Destinations and the Tourism Industry
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観光庁 has published a collection of 23 case studies on labor-saving investment at lodging facilities on a dedicated website. It will also hold a seminar on November 13 to introduce real-world examples.
SOEL株式会社 conducted a survey of 400 men and women aged 20–59 nationwide who had visited a cafe in the past 3 months. “Courses and menus” ranked No. 1 among information people check before visiting a cafe, at 26.5%, ahead of photos and review scores. Meanwhile, 51.8% said they do not look at anything beforehand. While repeat customers make up the core clientele, social media posts and food review sites are also important customer acquisition channels.
Facts
“Courses and menus” ranked No. 1 at 26.5%
Review scores (16.8%)
51.8% do not look at anything before going
400 men and women aged 20–59 nationwide
36.8% overall use food review sites
34.0% use Google Maps
25.3% use social media posts
70.8% were on their 2nd visit or later
Original1人2,000円未満が71.8%
Track record of support: more than 1,500 companies
Even the same white LED lighting can differ in “light quality.” lipro confirms more than 99% spectral similarity to sunlight in third-party testing
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Premium lighting brand “lipro” announced that third-party testing of its E2S ceiling light for the Chinese market confirmed more than 99% spectral similarity to sunlight (GFC 0.991). The testing was conducted by TÜV SÜD, and the same light source is also used in products for the Japanese market.
Companies mentioned:三菱オートリース株式会社、BYD Auto Japan株式会社、Hyundai Mobility Japan株式会社、Kia PBV ジャパン株式会社、Moplus株式会社、トヨタモビリティ東京株式会社、日産自動車販売株式会社、フォルクスワーゲングループジャパン株式会社、株式会社ホンダモビリティ南関東、株式会社SUBARU、スズキ株式会社、ダイハツ工業株式会社、三菱自動車工業株式会社、ALTNA株式会社、Bosch MC Battery Service Innovations GmbH、EVolity株式会社、株式会社JAFメディアワークス、MCリテールエナジー株式会社、株式会社MobiSavi、NTT ME株式会社、株式会社デンソーソリューション、ニチコン株式会社、ユアスタンド株式会社
Mashmatrix begins ChatGPT support for “Mashmatrix Sheet”
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株式会社マッシュマトリックス announced that it will begin supporting OpenAI’s ChatGPT on December 13, 2026, in the latest version of “Mashmatrix Sheet,” which lets users work with data on Salesforce in an Excel-like way.
Facts
Release 39.0
Begins December 13, 2026
Original2026年11月18日(水)~19日(木)
Rows with amounts of ¥10,000,000 or more
Established: January 2008
Companies mentioned:株式会社マッシュマトリックス、OpenAI、セールスフォース・ジャパン、Salesforce, Inc.
CATALIST seeks 30 companies for early adoption of “CATALIST COMPASS,” a framework to help organizations continuously transform themselves
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株式会社CATALIST began early access to “CATALIST COMPASS,” a framework to help organizations continuously transform themselves, on November 11, 2026, and is seeking 30 companies to adopt it.
Only about 1 in 5 people are mindful of brushing their teeth as a winter immunity measure! Survey on awareness and practices related to “winter immunity and oral care”
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According to a survey conducted by HaRENO, the oral care brand of 株式会社AbemaTV, only about 20% of people are mindful of brushing their teeth as a winter immunity measure, and awareness of the link between oral care and immunity is also low. In addition, about 1 in 6 people skipped brushing or shortened the time they spent brushing during the year-end and New Year holidays.
Facts
3,000 men and women nationwide aged 20–59
About 60% (62.6%) feel that “infections are more likely in winter”
About 1 in 6 people (17.4%) skipped brushing or brushed for less time
The top reason was “because it feels like a hassle” (32.57%)
Build your career at one of Japan’s largest fishing events! Event extended to 3 days! “Fishing Industry Recruitment Support”
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The Japan Fishing Tackle Manufacturers Association will host “Fishing Industry Recruitment Support,” featuring recruitment booths from 13 leading companies, at “Fishing Fest 2027 in Yokohama,” held at Pacifico Yokohama from January 22 to 24, 2027.
Over-the-counter medicine requiring pharmacist guidance “Mighty Alumify” now available online at Amazon.co.jp
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Senju Pharmaceutical began online sales on Amazon.co.jp on October 20, 2026, of “Mighty Alumify,” an eye drop requiring pharmacist guidance that contains brimonidine tartrate, Japan’s first active ingredient for relieving eye redness.
Facts
Starting October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
2.5mL ¥2,178
5mL ¥3,828
Companies mentioned:千寿製薬株式会社、Amazon.co.jp、第一三共ヘルスケア株式会社、Amazon.com, Inc.
“Tomato Herb Garlic” and “Honey Mustard Onion” make their debut. Western-style liquid spices deliver a carefully crafted, authentic flavor to your dish; on sale 11/12 (Thu)
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株式会社ケー・アイ・エス, a wholesaler of commercial spices, will release 2 Western-style liquid spices on November 12 under its “SPICE KINGDOM” brand for general sale.
Report meeting for “niji VOICE 2026,” the latest survey on LGBTQ people’s work and lives, to be held on 12/6 (Sun)
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認定NPO法人虹色ダイバーシティ will co-host a report meeting for “niji VOICE 2026” on December 6, 2026, with 早稲田大学総合研究機構SOGI調査研究所. The meeting will present survey findings on LGBTQ people’s workplaces and lives, based on responses from approximately 2,400 people.
Emulsion Flow Technologies selected for Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program”
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株式会社エマルションフローテクノロジーズ has been selected for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program” and will advance the evaluation, demonstration and commercialization of its emulsion flow technology for PFAS treatment in Europe.
Kurumi Nara appointed captain of Japan’s Billie Jean King Cup team; Go Soeda’s contract as captain of Japan’s Davis Cup team extended
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Kurumi Nara has been appointed captain of Japan’s Billie Jean King Cup team, and Go Soeda has extended his contract as captain of Japan’s Davis Cup team by 1 year.
“STORIUM SUMMIT 2027,” a gathering for STORIUM users, to be held at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on Monday, February 8, 2027
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株式会社グランストーリー announced that it will hold “STORIUM SUMMIT 2027” at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on February 8, 2027. Approximately 600–800 people are expected to attend, with programs including 1-on-1 meetings, a company gallery and a pitch arena.
Facts
Monday, February 8, 2027
Expected attendance: 600–800 people
About 100 companies, primarily startups, will exhibit
STORIUM currently has about 1,000 participating companies and organizations
18 startups are scheduled to take the stage
Original面談は1枠30分予定
Companies mentioned:株式会社グランストーリー、Grand Story Inc.、STORIUM、J-Startup HOKKAIDO、J-Startup KANTO、J-Startup CENTRAL、J-Startup KANSAI、J-Startup WEST、Archetype Ventures、UntroD Capital Japan、イグニション・ポイントベンチャーパートナーズ、KUSABI、NES、MTG Ventures、Angel Bridge、Genesia Ventures、JAFCO、Central Japan Seed Fund、TeamMake Capital、千葉道場ファンド、DGインキュベーション、DG Daiwa Ventures、D4V、ニッセイ・キャピタル、PKSHAアルゴリズムファンド、BIG Impact、フェムトパートナーズ、みずほキャピタル、三菱UFJキャピタル、mint、One Capital
PICKLEBALL ONE wins 3 top rankings in pickleball market research(※1): “No. 1 in market share,” “No. 1 in units sold” and “No. 1 in models available for testing”
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株式会社ピックルボールワン took 1st place in 3 categories in market research conducted by 日本マーケティングリサーチ機構: “No. 1 in market share,” “No. 1 in paddle sales” and “No. 1 in the number of paddle models available for testing.”
Facts
No. 1 in 3 categories
7 major companies covered
October 2026 market research on pickleball
100 people with prior experience using the product
A food festival for Christmas at Nagai Park! Christmas market and student competition, the 5th Kitchen Car Koshien, to be held! [December 12 and 13]
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Event announcement for a Christmas market and the 5th Kitchen Car Koshien, hosted by 株式会社N.Create and 株式会社Z-ONE and held at Nagai Park on December 12 and 13. The event will include a lantern night and a food stall competition featuring students.
For food manufacturers | Report on how to use AI to streamline quotation work [November 2026 edition]
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株式会社AIworker has released a free November 2026 edition report on using AI for quotation work at food manufacturers. The report covers challenges in quotation work and examples of AI use, highlighting results from the company’s AI that cut quotation preparation time by 80%.
Facts
The share citing “large price fluctuations” was 68.0%
The active job openings-to-applicants ratio was 2.73 times in Reiwa 7
ピザクック(operated by 株式会社イワタダイナース)has launched a new winter +100 yen set, adding chicken and fries to your favorite pizza for +100 yen. The campaign runs from November 12, 2026, to January 17, 2027.
Grow sales on 楽天市場 and Amazon, and find your next growth opportunity on TikTok Shop. Gastroduce Japan and ECマスターズ to jointly launch “TikTok Shop Group Consulting” in December
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Gastroduce Japan株式会社 will jointly launch “TikTok Shop Group Consulting,” a group course for TikTok Shop merchants, with 日本ECサービス株式会社(ECマスターズ) in December 2026. The monthly fee is 49,800 yen, and the 6-month online course aims to help participants learn operational know-how and grow sales.
【Tenma】Storage case brand “Fits” marks its 40th anniversary! Reissue of the original design from its 1986 launch
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天馬株式会社 will release “Fits Case 47-33 Reissue Design” on November 12, 2026, featuring a revived design from 1986, to mark the 40th anniversary of its storage goods brand “Fits.” Cumulative sales have surpassed 120 million units, and 2 giveaways will also be held as a token of appreciation.
The Kinory experience app helps children explore what they love; giveaway campaign to mark 100,000 downloads!
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Neos, a subsidiary of テクミラホールディングス, is running a campaign offering a chance to win a Toshocard NEXT gift card to mark 100,000 downloads of its children’s experience app “キノリー.”
Issei Suzuki solo exhibition “COLORHOLIC” @KHÔRA gallery-function
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Issei Suzuki’s solo exhibition “COLORHOLIC” will open at KHÔRA gallery-function on December 5, 2026. The listing includes an overview of the exhibition by the artist, who has collaborated with adidas, as well as information about organizer afumi inc. and gallery KHÔRA.
Lime strengthens safety awareness efforts with municipalities and police, offering electric mobility test rides at Kobe’s “Mobility Academy”
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Lime株式会社 is participating in electric mobility test-ride events involving municipalities and police in Kobe and Nerima Ward, Tokyo, providing safety awareness activities and product experiences.
Godot holds on-site talks in Austria as full-scale launch of NEDO international joint research and development project gets underway
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株式会社Godot visited Austria from October 11 to 17, 2026, as part of NEDO’s international joint research and development program, holding technical discussions and conducting site visits with Infrared City社, オーストリア工科大学(AIT), the Linz City Environmental Department, and others.
【東京ミッドタウン八重洲】Second wave of information released for “MIDTOWN YAESU CHRISTMAS 2026,” a winter celebration in Yaesu featuring illuminations, workshops, music and food
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東京ミッドタウン八重洲 has released the second wave of information about “MIDTOWN YAESU CHRISTMAS 2026,” running from November 19 to December 25, 2026. Highlights include “MIRAGE VOYAGE,” an illumination display featuring a Christmas tree about 7 meters tall and an exhibition of craft works; workshops using igusa grass produced in Kumamoto Prefecture; the free music event “YAESU MUSIC STREET”; and food and gifts from shops in the complex.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
Friday, Dec. 25
Approximately 7 m tall
Every 10 minutes
1,000 yen (tax included)
¥5,000 or more
Companies mentioned:東京ミッドタウンマネジメント株式会社、東京ミッドタウン八重洲、Think-Sync inc.、ニッポン手仕事図鑑、EN VEDETTE LUXE、八代焼(高田焼)宗家 上野窯、高田焼 竜元窯、肥後高田焼 伝七窯、木工房ひのかわ、i t i i t i、島津興業 薩摩ガラス工芸、木曽漆器 伊藤寛司商店、土佐和紙 井上手漉き工房、岩谷堂箪笥 彫金工芸 菊広、東京銀器 内藤銀器製作所、HOSOO TOKYO、津軽びいどろ、HARIO Lampwork Factory、金子眼鏡店、小野寺江美(EQmade)、久保木畳店、Peatix、東京音楽大学指揮部会
New plan including renewable energy electricity, “Market-Linked Plan with a Price Cap,” launches with limited availability
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株式会社ユーラスグリーンエナジー has launched the “Market-Linked Plan with a Price Cap,” a new plan that includes electricity from renewable energy, with limited availability. The plan is based on JEPX spot market prices, but settles at the capped price if the monthly average price exceeds the cap. A contract has been concluded with グリーンメタルズ北海道株式会社, a subsidiary of Toyotsu Material, and supply will begin on November 1, 2026.
Digital Platformer to speak at the VC session of “ILS2026,” one of Asia’s largest festivals
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デジタルプラットフォーマー株式会社 CEO and Representative Director Kazutaka Matsuda will serve as moderator at the VC special session of “ILS2026,” to be held on December 1, 2026.
“Resilience Survey” of 1,000 men and women in their 20s to 60s who have noticed changes in their physical or mental condition
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A survey on resilience conducted by 株式会社カネカ found that about 90% of the 1,000 respondents in their 20s to 60s felt their resilience had declined compared with the past, and 87.9% wanted to improve their resilience, but only about 30% knew specific ways to do so.
Facts
1,000 men and women in their 20s to 60s
A total of 89.8% (“strongly feel” and “somewhat feel”) said their “resilience has declined” compared with the past
A total of 76.3% (“strongly feel” and “somewhat feel”) said they felt that “even people of the same age vary in resilience”
Among those who feel their resilience is “low” compared with people of the same age, 77.8% feel psychological stress because they are not recovering sufficiently
87.9% want to “improve their resilience” compared with their current level
29.4% “know” ways to improve resilience
30.3% are consciously “taking action” to improve their resilience
A total of 72.2% (16.8% strongly agree + 55.4% somewhat agree) said they “think it is important”
A total of 59.8% (11.9% strongly agree + 47.9% somewhat agree) said they “would like to make an effort”
【Limited availability】A long-awaited medicated brightening(*1) version of Tōvēr’s hugely popular “High-Moisture Body Milk” is here! “Medicated Smooth Barrier Milk White” goes on presale from Monday, November 16, 2026
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株式会社トゥヴェール will begin presales on November 16, 2026, of “Medicated Smooth Barrier Milk White,” a medicated brightening version of its high-moisture body milk “Smooth Barrier Milk.” The product will be available in limited quantities.
Notice of free invitations to the “Hyogo Prefectural Public High School Entrance Exam Final Preparation Web Course” (2027 exam version) for children’s homes in Kobe
Developed foundational technology to streamline design selection for chiplet semiconductor packaging through automated early-stage candidate screening and high-speed physical analysis
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日立 has developed foundational technology to streamline early-stage design selection for chiplet semiconductor packaging using agentic AI to screen candidates and AI models for high-speed physical analysis. A study using 3 types of chiplets reduced the number of design candidates by 90% or more, helping shorten development time.
株式会社カチタス is opening a new “Takeo Store” in Takeo, Saga Prefecture, and will begin operations. This brings the company’s nationwide sales network to 147 stores, or 163 locations including group company Reprice.
Facts
147 stores nationwide
16 locations
163 locations nationwide
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Approximately 20,000 vacant homes in total
Approximately 7,700 homes in Karatsu City
Approximately 2,800 homes in Imari City
Approximately 2,700 homes in Takeo City
The vacancy rate in Taku City is 16.8%
Saga Prefecture overall (14.5%)
14.3% in Taku City
13.5% in Shiroishi Town
Prefecture overall (7.7%)
More than 100,000 buildings to date
Original全国平均販売価格は約1,700万円
Equivalent to approximately 48,000 yen in monthly loan payments
紀の川市 will conduct its Reiwa 8 fiscal year comprehensive disaster-preparedness drill on November 15, assuming a Nankai Trough earthquake. The city aims to strengthen cooperation between residents and the administration through hands-on activities such as opening and operating evacuation shelters and assembling cardboard beds.
【Nov. 19 free webinar】Website takeovers and PHP vulnerabilities are not someone else’s problem: 12 security measures small and midsize businesses should know|StockSun-certified partner 藍口康希 to speak
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StockSun株式会社 will hold a free webinar for small and midsize businesses on Nov. 19, 2026, covering PHP vulnerabilities and ransomware damage. StockSun-certified partner 藍口康希 will speak, explaining 12 security measures and points to check with web production companies.
Facts
12 security measures
5 questions to ask your web production company
123 ransomware incidents
79 incidents involved small and midsize businesses
WOTA certified as a “Water Circulation ACTIVE Company” for fiscal 令和8年度 by the Cabinet Secretariat’s Water Circulation Policy Headquarters Secretariat
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WOTA株式会社 was certified as a “Water Circulation ACTIVE Company” for fiscal 令和8年度 by the Cabinet Secretariat’s Water Circulation Policy Headquarters Secretariat. The certification recognizes its record of supporting emergency water supplies and the maintenance of sanitary conditions through water circulation systems during major earthquakes and torrential rain disasters.
Facts
42 municipalities in total
About 542 evacuation shelters
Up to 98% of wastewater
100 liters of water
About 100 people, one at a time
Just 20 liters of water
Up to around 500 cycles
Within 1 week of the disaster
45 municipalities nationwide
A total of 142 pieces of equipment
Companies mentioned:WOTA株式会社、JWAD、Japan Water Association for Disaster
【DX for real estate sales】Generate leads through apartment-name searches! Official launch of the “Apartment Catalog Feature”
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株式会社博士.com has officially launched the “Apartment Catalog Feature” for its 売買RHS website system for real estate sales brokerage companies, helping them generate leads through apartment-name searches.
Facts
For more than 20 years
Up to 21 photos can be posted
Track record of supporting the web strategies and operations of more than 1,000 companies
“SpoGOMI Koshien 2026 Aichi Prefectural Tournament” held. Tokai High School team “ペットボトルしか拾わない” takes the title after a fierce contest. A total of 69 participants collected 34.1 kg of trash!
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The “SpoGOMI Koshien 2026 Aichi Prefectural Tournament,” organized by 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 and TV Aichi, was held at the north garden of Meijo Park, with Tokai High School team “ペットボトルしか拾わない” taking first place. The 69 participants collected 34.1 kg of trash, and the winning team picked up 6.42 kg.
50th edition! Shinsayama Market takes place this weekend, Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m.
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狭山市役所 announced that it will hold the “50th Anniversary Shinsayama Market” on Nov. 15, 2026, at the shopping street by the north exit of Shin-Sayama Station. The expanded event will feature food vendors, farmers, and craft artists, along with traditional games and musical performances. Canceled in case of rain.
New Innovations opens a Nagoya office staffed by generative AI specialists to support manufacturing AX in the Chubu region
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株式会社New Innovations opened its Nagoya office in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on Sept. 4, 2026, and will step up support for generative AI and AX for manufacturers in the Chubu region.
【National survey on the mid-course slump at combined junior and senior high schools】When does the “slump” begin? Individual tutoring school 個別指導塾WAYS surveys 336 parents of students in junior high years 1–3
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Individual tutoring school 個別指導塾WAYS, operated by 株式会社メイツ, surveyed 336 parents of students at combined junior and senior high schools nationwide about the mid-course slump. Overall, 41.7% of students in junior high years 1–3 experience a slump; among students in junior high year 2, 79.1% said it had started during junior high year 1.
ベルトラ株式会社 partnered with Takamatsu Airport to launch a special website introducing international connecting-flight trips on Nov. 12, 2026. It is also running a campaign offering eligible customers a ¥5,000-off coupon.
Facts
¥5,000 off
First 50 customers
Launched on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Connect to another country within 24 hours
Local tours and activities in about 150 countries worldwide
Local tours: about 25,000
Local tour operators worldwide: about 9,000 companies
【Free seminar for the housing industry】Break away from rising ad costs and discount competition. Revealing “detached-home business reform” aimed at halving customer acquisition costs
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株式会社あつまる will hold free online seminars on Jan. 14 and Mar. 15, 2027, titled “Detached-Home Business Reform: Aiming to Halve Customer Acquisition Costs,” for executives and business managers at housing companies developing new detached homes. The seminars will present web marketing strategies based on customer acquisition data from 800 companies and brand-based sales expertise from a former 積水ハウス employee, with the aim of breaking away from rising ad costs and discount competition and reforming business profitability.
JDSC announces the “Co-loop Engine series,” combining AI and people for project “foresight” and “execution”
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株式会社JDSC has announced the “Co-loop Engine series,” in which AI and people share responsibility to address project delays. The first offerings are “Hayagane,” which anticipates potential problems based on project communications, and “Aibaton,” which advances development through an AI-and-human relay. External availability is planned for January 2027.
Facts
43.7% of projects requiring at least 500 person-months are delayed
The share of projects completed on schedule fell from 29.5% in fiscal 2016 to 11.0% in fiscal 2024.
84% of developers said they use AI tools or plan to use them
New あげ太くん merchandise after items “sold out in a few hours”! Wall and desk calendars go on sale sequentially from November 6
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株式会社アスカネット will begin selling wall and desk calendars on November 6, 2026, featuring characters from Hiroshima Television Broadcasting’s anime 「おしゃべり唐あげ あげ太くん」. Following the enthusiastic response to picture books selling out in a few hours at the previous event, the calendars will be sold in Hiroshima Prefecture, Tokyo, and other locations.
Facts
Sales begin sequentially from Friday, November 6, 2026
【Oita Prefecture, Bungotakada City】A seaside “irori oyster hut” opens at 長崎鼻ビーチリゾート on November 21!
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株式会社FoundingBase, which operates the glamping facility 長崎鼻ビーチリゾート in Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, will open a seaside “irori oyster hut” for the winter season starting November 21, 2026.
Music event for everyone from babies: “Music play for parents and children, from age 0 through elementary school”!
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特定非営利活動法人ほっぺ will invite musician and current special needs school teacher Maki-sensei to hold “Music play for parents and children, from age 0 through elementary school” at Heartful Plaza in Miki City on November 21, 2026.
青木フルーツ株式会社 will take part in “イオン 超!BLACK FRIDAY FES,” taking place at 94 イオンモール locations from November 20, 2026, with special sales of Shine Muscat juice and “special discount subscription tickets.”
Popular Paris patisserie Yann Couvreur comes to Japan, opening its first Japanese location on December 2 on the 1st basement floor of 伊勢丹新宿店 Main Building
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株式会社ユーハイム announced that it has signed a licensing agreement with Paris patisserie “Yann Couvreur” and will open its first Japanese location at 伊勢丹新宿店 on December 2.
日産証券株式会社 adopts “ベアメール 迷惑メールスコアリング” and strengthens its DMARC policy to “reject” in about six months
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A case study has been published on how 日産証券株式会社 adopted “ベアメール 迷惑メールスコアリング,” offered by 株式会社リンク, and strengthened its DMARC policy to “reject” in about six months.
Facts
It had exceeded the limit of 10 attempts
Set the DMARC policy to “quarantine” around February 2026
In April of the same year, we achieved an upgrade to “reject”
Cloud-based call center system ranked No. 1 in market share for 9 consecutive years
A natural-grazing dairy farm in Iwaizumi, Iwate Prefecture, since February 2010
ATOMica KOMMONSカンパニー to hold major offline event “SUCCESS CAMP 2027 -Let’s Create.-” for customer success professionals
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株式会社ATOMica announced that CS KOMMONS, a CS community operated by its KOMMONSカンパニー, will hold the major offline event “SUCCESS CAMP 2027 -Let’s Create.-” at Tokyo Innovation Base on January 23, 2027.
Facts
Saturday, Jan. 23, 2027
Nearly 150 CS professionals from across Japan to attend
850 people in 2023
Now approximately 2,300 people
78.6% among corporate leaders
The figure reaches 84.4% among the general workforce
“BYD RACCO” wins top prize in the imported-car category, “Import Car of the Year,” at the 36th (2027) RJC Car of the Year awards
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BYD Auto Japan’s compact EV “BYD RACCO” won the top prize in the imported-car category, “Import Car of the Year,” at the 36th 2027 RJC Car of the Year awards, marking its win in the category for 2 consecutive years. Its onboard battery system, “X-PACK,” was also selected as one of the “6 Best” for Technology of the Year.
Facts
2 straight years
36th
2027 edition
6 Best
30% or more
Companies mentioned:BYD、BYD JAPAN 株式会社、BYD Auto Japan株式会社、BAJ、NPO法人日本自動車研究者ジャーナリスト会議、RJC、BYD Company Ltd.
Winter-only “MLB Winter Mystery Box 2026” now on sale at MLB SHOP
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ファナティクス・ジャパン合同会社 has begun selling the winter-only mystery box “MLB Winter Mystery Box 2026” through the official MLB online shop. It is priced at 50,000 yen, with sizes M, L and XL available.
[Speaker announcement: Nov. 18] App Business Division to speak at “Gamification Conference QUEST'26” — explaining how to build sustainable systems that turn one-time app use into ongoing use
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株式会社マイクロアド will speak at “Gamification Conference QUEST'26,” taking place on November 18, 2026, and explain how to build systems for sustained app use with “UNIVERSE MOMENT.”
Complete your message with this one sticker! “Thoughtful, long messages from Anpanman” LINE stickers now available
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株式会社日テレWands has launched the LINE sticker set “Thoughtful, long messages from Anpanman.” The set includes 40 designs and costs 320 yen (tax included) or 120 LINE coins.
From “北海道食品庫,” seasonal “Hokkaido Beetroot Minestrone” launches Monday, November 16! Made with beets from Tokachi, Hokkaido, a much-anticipated superfood known as “eating transfusion”
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株式会社久原本家 Hokkaido will launch “Hokkaido Beetroot Minestrone” as a seasonal product starting November 16, 2026. Made with beets from Tokachi, it is priced at 810 yen.
[Limited-quantity lucky bags] This year’s lineup includes a set with an “original knit bag,” a popular limited-edition item each year | BAKE CHEESE TART “HAPPY BOX 2027” in 2 varieties
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BAKE CHEESE TART, operated by 株式会社BAKE, will sell the lucky bag “HAPPY BOX 2027” at stores nationwide and through its official online shop starting December 26, 2026.
Facts
Price: 3,600 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,990 yen (tax included)
10% OFF coupon redeemable at “BAKE the ONLINE”
On sale starting Saturday, December 26, 2026
Available for use from Saturday, January 9, 2027
Companies mentioned:株式会社BAKE、BAKE CHEESE TART、BAKE the ONLINE
We support “World Skateboarding Street 2026 Utsunomiya”!
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株式会社アクティオ will support the international skateboarding competition “World Skateboarding Street 2026 Utsunomiya,” taking place in Utsunomiya in November 2026, as an official partner.
Nov. 13 (Fri.) | Our VP of Design, ウメムラタカシ, to speak at HCD-Net’s “2026 Human-Centered Design Professional and Specialist Certification Examination Candidate Briefing”
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ウメムラタカシ, VP of Design at 株式会社アピリッツ, will speak at the “2026 Human-Centered Design Professional and Specialist Certification Examination Candidate Briefing” hosted by HCD-Net.
Making renewable electricity easier for households and businesses to choose: みんな電力 renews its website
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株式会社UPDATER renewed the websites for individual and corporate customers of its みんな電力 renewable electricity retail service, which provides 100% renewable energy, on November 11, 2026.
Facts
Renewed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Celebrating its 10th year this year
More than 1,100 renewable energy power plants nationwide (as of November 2026)
Original買電単価を1kWhあたり最大3円上乗せ
Create 10 nature- and community-friendly power plants
Sourcing renewable energy from 44 prefectures
Already working with more than 600 renewable energy power plants
Enjoy the hot-and-cold contrast of freshly baked pie and chocolate ice cream. Winter-only “Chocolate Apple Pie,” generously made with apples from 長野県マルカメ果樹園, arrives at Minimal’s Tomigaya flagship store
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Minimal, the chocolate specialty shop operated by 株式会社βace, will sell the winter-only “Chocolate Apple Pie,” made with apples from 長野県マルカメ果樹園, at its Tomigaya flagship store from December 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
Facts
December 1, 2026–March 31, 2027
80% cacao
70% cacao
Price: 1,620 yen (tax included)
¥990, tax included
Approximately 650 m above sea level
Approximately 6,000 tsubo
About 80 years
Number of employees: 40
Companies mentioned:株式会社βace、Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate -、Minimal、マルカメ果樹園、JICA
Capturing the fantastical world of “sakura kakushi”: 5 products from Sakura’s “Shoshugen,” “Sawaday” and “Bluelet” lines
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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical will release 5 products from the “消臭元,” “Sawaday” and “ブルーレット” lines in limited quantities starting Nov. 26. The theme is “桜隠し,” offering a moment of calm during the change of seasons.