# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-12 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 578 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 300 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 食べログ「ラーメン百名店」6年連続選出の「世界一暇なラーメン屋」が泉佐野に初出店。11月13日（金）、国道26号沿いにグランドオープン

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:12:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000081646.html
- anchor: #n3851643
- Companies mentioned: UNCHI株式会社、食べログ

UNCHI株式会社は、食べログ「ラーメン百名店」に6年連続選出されたラーメンブランド「世界一暇なラーメン屋」の初出店として、2026年11月13日に大阪府泉佐野市に新店舗をオープンする。

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- 11:00〜

## BOBBI BROWN × The Met launch their second collaboration. A limited collection of popular skincare and makeup products adorned with art

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:12:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000013399.html
- anchor: #n3851644
- Companies mentioned: ELCジャパン株式会社ボビイ ブラウン、BOBBI BROWN、The Met、メトロポリタン美術館

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).

Facts:
- Includes 8 limited-edition shades
- 11,000 yen including tax
- 3 colors in total
- ¥5,060 including tax
- 1 limited-edition shade
- ¥5,830 including tax
- 7,700 yen including tax
- 12-hour* control
- 2 colors in total
- ¥8,690 including tax
- 400mL (limited size)
- 13,200 yen including tax
- 98% skincare ingredients*1

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000188709.html
- anchor: #n3851652
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OJTソリューションズ、トヨタ自動車株式会社、リクルートグループ

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.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- Thursday, Nov. 26
- Capacity: 40 people
- When you apply with 3 or more people
- Capital: ¥250 million
- トヨタ自動車株式会社 51%
- リクルートグループ49％

## 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?”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000101181.html
- anchor: #n3851651
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブレーンセンター、株式会社ブレーンセンターホールディング

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)

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000158792.html
- anchor: #n3851650
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 むさしの村

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.

Facts:
- 1人800円
- 〈Hours〉9:30–16:00
- ● Doctor fish (¥400)
- ● Ocean-colored drink marker charm (¥1,400)
- ● Butt-shaped starfish squeeze toy (¥1,300)
- Giant Ferris wheel, 30 m tall

## Peacock Mahobin launches the new steam humidifier (WHA-40) to improve the winter air environment. A new option for dry indoor spaces in winter

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000073895.html
- anchor: #n3851649
- Companies mentioned: ピーコック魔法瓶工業株式会社、厚生労働省

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
- Rated capacity / power consumption: 4.0L
- Width 24.5 × depth 26.8 × height 35.9cm
- Product weight (approx.): 3.3kg

## Signing of a contract for the “Water PPP Project” in Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000129356.html
- anchor: #n3851648
- Companies mentioned: メタウォーター株式会社、ウェルズあかがね株式会社、住友重機械エンバイロメント株式会社、株式会社ウォーターエージェンシー、株式会社NJS、株式会社フソウ、株式会社地圏総合コンサルタント

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 6, 2026
- about 30 people
- April 1, 2027–March 31, 2037
- 10 years
- Oct. 8, 2026
- ¥90,000,000

## Make fall and winter shopping even better value! Sotetsu Points 3x campaign and new-member campaign

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000013734.html
- anchor: #n3851647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社相鉄ビルマネジメント、ジョイナス、相鉄グループ、相鉄Styleアプリ、相鉄ショッピングセンター公式アプリ、そうてつローゼン、フード&タイム イセタン ヨコハマ、横浜髙島屋、ジョイナステラス二俣川、港南台バーズ、星天qlay、ゆめが丘ソラトス、相鉄ライフ、お出汁・米・酒場 やちよ、北野エース、ソンス、aix-group.co.jp、ace-group.co.jp

相鉄ビルマネジメントが運営するジョイナスは、2026年11月21日から25日まで「相鉄ポイント3倍キャンペーン」と29歳以下対象の「新規入会キャンペーン」を開催。また、新店舗3店舗のオープン情報も掲載。

Facts:
- 3x Sotetsu Points
- Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
- Wednesday, the 25th
- 29 and under
- 3,000 points
- 3,000 yen (tax included)
- 20 winners
- 10,000 points
- Nov. 4 (Wed)
- 7:00
- 23:00
- Friday, Nov. 6
- 10:00
- 21:00
- Nov. 16 (Mon.)
- 045-316-3200

## [Webinar confirmed for Nov. 25] Can you respond after a harassment complaint is received? Challenges companies face and support systems needed after harassment occurs

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000024618.html
- anchor: #n3851646
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドバンテッジリスクマネジメント

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 25, 2026
- 11:00～11:50
- Participation fee: Free

## Instagram automation tool “エルグラム” adds a list of bulk message recipients and errors

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000478.000059114.html
- anchor: #n3851645
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミショナ、Meta社

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- Passed 30,000 installations as of July 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:05:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000094539.html
- anchor: #n3851653
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Meta Heroes、Hero Egg

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.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- 13:00から
- Thursday, Dec. 3
- 5th anniversary of its founding
- Established: Dec. 3, 2021

## KENZO unveils its 2026 holiday campaign, “KENZO'S TREE OF JOY”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:05:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000190563.html
- anchor: #n3851654
- Companies mentioned: KENZO PARIS JAPAN、ケンゾー・パリ・ジャパン株式会社、KENZO

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

## 【Ron Herman】A special collaboration with Marie-Hélène de Taillac marks its 30th anniversary! Designer visit event also scheduled

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:04:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000435.000140499.html
- anchor: #n3851655
- 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

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

## 【Held Nov. 20 (Friday)】Free seminar on practical rigging and animation case studies from the production of the TV anime “TANK CHAIR—Tank Chair”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:04:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000073594.html
- anchor: #n3851656
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボーンデジタル、株式会社ポリゴン・ピクチュアズ、オートデスク株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- Capacity: 100 people

## AOSU expands domestic sales channels through collaboration with SB C&S

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:03:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000190797.html
- anchor: #n3851657
- Companies mentioned: AOSU LIFE株式会社、SB C&S株式会社、ソフトバンクグループ

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
- Starting sequentially on Nov. 1, 2026
- 価格 1台あたり3,000円〜20,000円

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:02:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000752.000034304.html
- anchor: #n3851658
- Companies mentioned: HMV、HMVららぽーと堺、株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント、ローソンチケット、Lawson Ticket Xone、HMV&BOOKS online

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.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026
- 3rd floor of LaLaport Sakai
- Earn 10 times the Ponta points
- KIDS DVD/Blu-ray: 10% off
- 20% off when you buy 3 or more items

## Make Amande Sublime, an indulgence for the skin and senses, a holiday gift

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:01:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000695.000011965.html
- anchor: #n3851659
- Companies mentioned: ロクシタンジャポン株式会社、ロクシタン、L’Occitane en Provence

For the holidays, ロクシタン is launching a shower whip, shimmering oil and limited-edition kit from its Amande Sublime series.

Facts:
- 200mL
- 4,070 yen including tax
- 100mL
- ¥6,930 including tax
- ¥18,810 including tax
- ¥4,510 including tax
- Since its founding in 1976
- More than 3,000 stores worldwide
- 100 spas
- 2,500 partner hotels

## The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of “メタファー：リファンタジオ” launches today at a new price!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007829.000005397.html
- anchor: #n3851660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、株式会社アトラス、Nintendo、KADOKAWA

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.

Facts:
- New price: ¥3,990
- ¥5,990 (tax included)
- Price: ¥7,700 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,420 (tax included)
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000082117.html
- anchor: #n3851661
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコ島根スサノオマジック、株式会社ワークポート、バンダイナムコアリーナ松江

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.

Facts:
- 20 members of the public
- 2 participants from 株式会社ワークポート
- 25 people in total

## 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）」においてブラックフライデーセールを開催

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002725.000005889.html
- anchor: #n3851662
- 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

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
- 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

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000006034.html
- anchor: #n3851663
- Companies mentioned: 木村情報技術株式会社、LINE

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.

Facts:
- Starting today, Nov. 12, 2026 (Thursday)
- For orders placed by Nov. 30 (Monday)
- Delivery by Dec. 24 (Thursday)
- About 1 month after going on sale
- We have received orders for more than 60 books
- We now have more than 900 friends
- Standard (¥8,800)
- Premium (¥15,800)
- Digital version: ¥2,980
- Additional cost: ¥1,100

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000177051.html
- anchor: #n3851664
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テレビ東京ダイレクト、テレ東本舗。、集英社、テレビ東京、ぴえろ

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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001370.000036659.html
- anchor: #n3851665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、koe donuts

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.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 13

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000077656.html
- anchor: #n3851666
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京ドーム、株式会社サンリオ、東和ピクチャーズ、Warner Bros. Ent.、株式会社Santa Japan、日本焚き火コミュニケーション協会、ニジノ絵本屋、TheWorthless、株式会社博展、株式会社ルーセントデザイン、株式会社イマム

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.

Facts:
- More than 1 million lights
- Approximately 15m tall
- Purchases of 2,500 yen or more, including tax
- First 60 groups per session
- 【102 days】

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190746.html
- anchor: #n3851791
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社wren、TikTok、リール

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.

Facts:
- 8 business AI demos
- 10 free testing companies

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000194396.html
- anchor: #n3851790
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Corva、Google Play

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
- 1ユーザー月額10,000円(税抜)
- Free for 30 days
- 1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
- 月1回

## 喜林グループ staff in caregiving and physical therapy develop business apps with AlgoritmiAIP and begin using them on site

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000192707.html
- anchor: #n3851789
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルゴリトミAI、喜林グループ、株式会社ケアトピック、Algoritmi AIP

株式会社アルゴリトミAI announced that caregiving staff and physical therapists at 喜林グループ used Algoritmi AIP to develop business apps and begin operating them.

Facts:
- A total of 3 caregiving staff and physical therapists
- 2026年9月に「小規模多機能ホームきりんハイムⅡ」
- Full-scale operations began in October at “小規模多機能ホームきりん”
- 11 staff members, excluding the creators and supporters, have used the system
- For 9 residential facilities within the group

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000191594.html
- anchor: #n3851788
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HANA、公益財団法人大阪産業局

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- ¥25,300 including tax

## AMC Software Japan releases “Rocket® Visual COBOL 12.0J” and “Rocket® Enterprise Products 12.0J”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000128654.html
- anchor: #n3851787
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000184777.html
- anchor: #n3851786
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パーソル総合研究所、パーソル総研、Reskilling Camp、一般社団法人AICX協会、AICX協会、パーソルホールディングス株式会社、パーソルグループ

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%
- Available from Thursday, November 12, 2026
- A survey of 3,300 regular employees nationwide

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000157929.html
- anchor: #n3851785
- Companies mentioned: 観光庁

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.

Facts:
- 23 lodging facility case studies
- 8 case studies published last fiscal year
- Adding 15 case studies
- 3 lodging businesses
- FY2024–2025

## 【飲食店×生活者調査】カフェで行く前に確かめるのは「コース・メニュー」26.5%が1位。写真（21.8%）や口コミの点数（16.8%）より多く確かめられている

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000190796.html
- anchor: #n3851784
- Companies mentioned: SOEL株式会社、アイブリッジ株式会社

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
- 1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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000163071.html
- anchor: #n3851783
- Companies mentioned: lipro、珠海如然智能科技有限公司、TÜV SÜD、テュフズード、魅族、Meizu、株式会社Casokdo

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.

Facts:
- More than 99% similarity
- GFC 0.991
- 5000K reference daylight
- 6-tatami room: ¥35,000
- 8-tatami room: ¥40,000
- Price: ¥15,000

## 給湯器交換の業者選び、7〜8割が相見積もり。選ばれる業者の決め手は？【お客様アンケート結果第2弾】

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000141032.html
- anchor: #n3851782
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cools、ChatGPT、Gemini

株式会社Coolsが実施した給湯器交換業者選びに関するアンケート結果によると、7〜8割の顧客が相見積もりを実施しており、選定基準として「安さ」と「対応の丁寧さ」が主要な決め手となっている。

Facts:
- 75.9% in 2025
- 84.1% in 2026
- 775 cases in total
- 39 prefectures
- 51.2% in 2025
- 51.7% in 2026
- 43.7% in 2025
- 42.1% in 2026
- 37.5% in 2025
- 38.6% in 2026
- More than 5,000 cases annually

## “Green Mobility Forum 2026” to be held

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000154106.html
- anchor: #n3851781
- 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

三菱オートリース株式会社は2026年11月4日に『グリーンモビリティフォーラム2026』を開催し、12社16台のEV展示・試乗やセミナーを実施した。

Facts:
- 12 companies
- 16 vehicles
- 100 companies
- 200 people
- November 4, 2026

## Mashmatrix begins ChatGPT support for “Mashmatrix Sheet”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000076861.html
- anchor: #n3851780
- 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.

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
- 2026年11月18日（水）～19日（木）
- Rows with amounts of ¥10,000,000 or more
- Established: January 2008

## CATALIST seeks 30 companies for early adoption of “CATALIST COMPASS,” a framework to help organizations continuously transform themselves

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000084901.html
- anchor: #n3851779
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CATALIST、CATALIST、CATALIST Inc.、株式会社カタリスト

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.

Facts:
- 30 adopting companies
- Nov. 11, 2026
- The past 4 years
- Approximately 500 projects in total

## 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000166016.html
- anchor: #n3851778
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、HaRENO、アジュテ前島デンタルクリニック、日本大学

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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000090503.html
- anchor: #n3851777
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本釣用品工業会、京浜急行電鉄 株式会社、公益財団法人 日本釣振興会、全国釣竿公正取引協議会、公益財団法人 横浜市観光協会、株式会社オー・ルージュ

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.

Facts:
- 13 leading companies
- January 22, 2027 (Fri) to 24 (Sun)
- Gold ticket: advance purchase ¥7,000

## Over-the-counter medicine requiring pharmacist guidance “Mighty Alumify” now available online at Amazon.co.jp

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000117292.html
- anchor: #n3851776
- 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.

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

## “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)

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000123906.html
- anchor: #n3851775
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ケー・アイ・エス、KIS、SPICE KINGDOM

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.

Facts:
- Available in the online shop from 11/12 (Thu)
- ■ Net weight: 200g
- ■ Price: ¥1,130 (tax included)
- ■ Price: ¥1,120 (tax included)
- ■ Best-before period: 1 year from manufacture
- Use 10g of this product per 100g of ingredients

## Report meeting for “niji VOICE 2026,” the latest survey on LGBTQ people’s work and lives, to be held on 12/6 (Sun)

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000095691.html
- anchor: #n3851774
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人虹色ダイバーシティ、早稲田大学総合研究機構SOGI調査研究所、早稲田大学、法政大学、東京大学大学院、立教大学大学院、京都大学経営管理大学院

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.

Facts:
- Dec. 6, 2026 (Sun.)
- Approximately 2,400 people
- Since 2014
- More than 20,000 people in total

## Emulsion Flow Technologies selected for Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000082075.html
- anchor: #n3851773
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エマルションフローテクノロジーズ、EFT、国立研究開発法人日本原子力研究開発機構、JAEA

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.

Facts:
- Funding support for up to 18 months
- Removal rate exceeds 99.9%
- Concentration of up to 2,400 times

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000169317.html
- anchor: #n3851772
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本テニス協会、安藤証券、GODAI

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.

Facts:
- Extended by 1 year
- 4-year contract starting in 2027
- 4-year contract
- April 2027
- 2026年11月21日(土)・22日(日)
- From 2023
- Feb. 2027
- December 30, 1991
- Singles: ranked 32nd
- August 18, 2014
- Doubles: ranked 109th
- May 2, 2016

## “STORIUM SUMMIT 2027,” a gathering for STORIUM users, to be held at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on Monday, February 8, 2027

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000052863.html
- anchor: #n3851771
- 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

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
- 面談は1枠30分予定

## 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000133975.html
- anchor: #n3851770
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピックルボールワン、PICKLEBALL ONE、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

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
- Usage consideration rate of 5% or more
- 30,000 men and women nationwide, ages 15–79

## 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]

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000085116.html
- anchor: #n3851769
- Companies mentioned: WHO’s FOODS FES.、フーズフーズフェス、株式会社N.Create、株式会社Z-ONE、株式会社オープンハウス、こめしげ、プレミアムウォーター株式会社、株式会社DREAMBEER、チケットぴあ

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.

Facts:
- Advance ticket: 4,000 yen
- Same-day ticket: 4,500 yen
- 5th
- Admission for up to 4 people in total

## For food manufacturers | Report on how to use AI to streamline quotation work [November 2026 edition]

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000169819.html
- anchor: #n3851768
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AIworker、農林水産省、独立行政法人 情報処理推進機構（IPA）

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
- The all-industry average was 1.12 times
- 6 quotation requests
- The AI took 130 seconds
- to draft quoted unit prices for 10 items
- 1件150分かかっていた見積を
- bringing the time down to 30 minutes
- 80% reduction

## 今年もやります！お好きなピザに+100円でチキンとポテトがついてくる、ピザクック冬の＋100円セットが発売開始！

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000043632.html
- anchor: #n3851767
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イワタダイナース、ピザクック

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.

Facts:
- +100 yen
- Save 540 yen
- Save 970 yen
- Save 1,320 yen
- 33 stores in total

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000056558.html
- anchor: #n3851766
- Companies mentioned: Gastroduce Japan株式会社、日本ECサービス株式会社、ECマスターズ、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング、松屋フーズ、モスバーガー

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.

Facts:
- Dec. 2026
- ¥49,800 per month
- 60 stores or more
- Monthly gross merchandise value: 350 million yen

## 【Tenma】Storage case brand “Fits” marks its 40th anniversary! Reissue of the original design from its 1986 launch

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000072178.html
- anchor: #n3851765
- Companies mentioned: 天馬株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary
- 1986
- Nov. 12, 2026
- 120 million units
- 1,980 yen

## The Kinory experience app helps children explore what they love; giveaway campaign to mark 100,000 downloads!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000182591.html
- anchor: #n3851764
- Companies mentioned: テクミラホールディングス株式会社、ネオス株式会社、UNI-TY INC.、フレーベル館、TMS、NTV、ポプラ社、GACHAMUKKU、Neos、Gullane (Thomas) Limited.、双葉社、シンエイ、テレビ朝、ＡＤＫ、SANRIO CO., LTD.、Benesse Corporation、Peanuts Worldwide LLC、ワオ・コーポレーション、DeNA Co., Ltd.、NEXTBOOK、AWS

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.”

Facts:
- Toshocard NEXT worth 500 yen
- 100 winners selected by lottery
- November 12–December 13, 2026
- More than 1,000 varied pieces of content
- Monthly plan: 380 yen (tax included)

## Issei Suzuki solo exhibition “COLORHOLIC” @KHÔRA gallery-function

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000033811.html
- anchor: #n3851763
- Companies mentioned: KHÔRA、afumi inc.、adidas

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.

Facts:
- 91 x 72.7 cm
- 530 mm x 410 mm
- December 5, 2026
- December 13

## Lime strengthens safety awareness efforts with municipalities and police, offering electric mobility test rides at Kobe’s “Mobility Academy”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000147507.html
- anchor: #n3851762
- Companies mentioned: Lime株式会社、JR東日本、JAL

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 (national holiday)
- More than 1 billion rides
- Aug. 2024
- August 15, 2019

## Godot holds on-site talks in Austria as full-scale launch of NEDO international joint research and development project gets underway

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000106742.html
- anchor: #n3851761
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Godot、NEDO、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、Infrared City社、オーストリア工科大学、AIT、ウィーン大学、アルス・エレクトロニカ・フューチャーラボ

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.

Facts:
- Fiscal 2025
- October 11–17, 2026
- 4 people from Japan
- 1 person from the company’s Austria office
- A total of 5 team members
- Since 2022
- Established: July 2022

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000122315.html
- anchor: #n3851760
- 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

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

## New plan including renewable energy electricity, “Market-Linked Plan with a Price Cap,” launches with limited availability

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000135262.html
- anchor: #n3851759
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーラスエナジーホールディングス、ユーラスエナジー、株式会社ユーラスグリーンエナジー、日本卸電力取引所、JEPX、豊通マテリアル株式会社、グリーンメタルズ北海道株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Settlement prices every 30 minutes
- Nov. 1, 2026
- From 10% to 100%

## Digital Platformer to speak at the VC session of “ILS2026,” one of Asia’s largest festivals

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000059855.html
- anchor: #n3851758
- Companies mentioned: デジタルプラットフォーマー株式会社、シヤチハタ株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Dec. 1, 2026
- 17:40 - 18:20

## “Resilience Survey” of 1,000 men and women in their 20s to 60s who have noticed changes in their physical or mental condition

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000114127.html
- anchor: #n3851757
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カネカ、楽天インサイト

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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000043001.html
- anchor: #n3851756
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トゥヴェール、Amazon、楽天市場、Qoo10、ZOZOTOWN

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.

Facts:
- 400 mL
- 2,640 yen
- Nov. 16, 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000023874.html
- anchor: #n3851755
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアオーパスプラス、株式会社英俊社、株式会社NTT ExCパートナー、神戸市児童養護施設連盟、エヌ・ティ・ティ エクシーパートナー

株式会社メディアオーパスプラス、株式会社英俊社、株式会社NTT ExCパートナーの3社は、神戸市児童養護施設連盟と共に、兵庫県公立高等学校入試直前対策Web講座を無料招待し、関連書籍も無償提供する。

Facts:
- 2027 exam version
- Past exam questions (5 years)
- 3 levels: basic, standard and advanced
- The equivalent of 3 entrance exams
- 3 practice tests
- Scheduled to begin on Tuesday, December 1, 2026
- 16 facilities

## Developed foundational technology to streamline design selection for chiplet semiconductor packaging through automated early-stage candidate screening and high-speed physical analysis

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000152541.html
- anchor: #n3851754
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 日立製作所、日立

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.

Facts:
- Reduced by 90% or more

## 中古住宅買取再販No.1※1のカチタスが佐賀県武雄市に新店舗「武雄店」を開設

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000079457.html
- anchor: #n3851753
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カチタス、カチタス、株式会社リプライス

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
- 全国平均販売価格は約1,700万円
- Equivalent to approximately 48,000 yen in monthly loan payments
- Capital: ¥3.778871 billion

## 令和8年度(第16回)紀の川市防災総合訓練を実施

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000173667.html
- anchor: #n3851752
- Companies mentioned: 紀の川市、和歌山県、紀の川市役所

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 15, Reiwa 8
- 8:30 a.m. to noon

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000041786.html
- anchor: #n3851751
- Companies mentioned: StockSun株式会社、警察庁

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
- Has handled more than 250 cases to date

## NHN テコラス renews its certification under the AWS Managed Service Provider (MSP) Program for the 7th consecutive year

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000045365.html
- anchor: #n3851750
- Companies mentioned: NHN テコラス株式会社、アマゾン ウェブ サービス、AWS

NHN テコラス has renewed its certification under AWS’s AWS Managed Service Provider (MSP) Program for the 7th consecutive year.

Facts:
- 7 consecutive years
- Version 7.1

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000033781.html
- anchor: #n3851749
- Companies mentioned: WOTA株式会社、JWAD、Japan Water Association for Disaster

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

## 【DX for real estate sales】Generate leads through apartment-name searches! Official launch of the “Apartment Catalog Feature”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000036279.html
- anchor: #n3851748
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博士.com、博士.com、ホームページ博士

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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000165301.html
- anchor: #n3851747
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟、テレビ愛知株式会社、日本財団

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.

Facts:
- 23 teams in total
- Time limit of 60 minutes
- Picked up 6.42 kg of trash
- Won with 1,227.5 points

## 50th edition! Shinsayama Market takes place this weekend, Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m.

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000042592.html
- anchor: #n3851746
- Companies mentioned: 狭山市役所、新狭山北口商店街、Facebook、Instagram、Design Base、iroiro.kurumi、ensoleille、PUKKA、木製雑貨MEGURI、KAōRI.Salon&Class、hoshiiro⭐︎、まめQ太堂、Ayahi〜彩陽〜、hanekko、nuuté (ヌウテ)、似顔絵ひとまる、HAND、L＊fros、murasaki、sayaka handmade accessory、小さなお菓子屋さん みね工房、米粉のお菓子nico+、令子の手作り工房、SOIL BLAND、やさいの台所おひさまや、釜めし晴［はれ］、武蔵野穀販、ZOO～新規就農～、トレンディ商会、街ガチャ、田口酒店、開運ターコイズ占い、RELIA（リライヤ）、willowkitchen、Frau縁、K.P kitchen、Ciel Bleu、mellow59、ロケットチキン埼玉川越、HAUNTS COFFEE、NOWEAT、Café GOOD DAY、れんげ、BLOOM、AppleJewel

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.

Facts:
- 50th anniversary edition
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- From 10:00
- 15:00
- 1-minute walk

## New Innovations opens a Nagoya office staffed by generative AI specialists to support manufacturing AX in the Chubu region

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000046923.html
- anchor: #n3851745
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社New Innovations、New Innovations、株式会社ファースト・オートメーション、ファースト・オートメーション

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.

Facts:
- Sept. 4, 2026
- In 2025
- In 2026

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000134095.html
- anchor: #n3851741
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メイツ、個別指導塾WAYS、アイブリッジ株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 336 parents
- 41.7% overall
- 79.1% (34 people)
- 50.9% of students in junior high year 3

## 【文化学園大学 × 株式会社一蔵】応募総数216点から選ばれた学生デザインの「コラボ振袖」6作品の商品化・レンタル販売が決定！

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000033952.html
- anchor: #n3851740
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社一蔵、文化学園大学、京都きもの学院

株式会社一蔵と文化学園大学が産学連携で実施した振袖デザイン公募において、216点の応募から選ばれた6作品の商品化・レンタル販売が決定し、2026年11月25日に開催される「Universal Kimono Award 2026」で初公開される。

Facts:
- 216 entries in total
- 6 works
- 113 stores nationwide
- 4 locations in Japan
- 1 location overseas

## 高松空港からアジア経由で世界へ！ベルトラ、高松空港と連携し乗継旅行の特設サイトを開設

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000053963.html
- anchor: #n3851739
- Companies mentioned: ベルトラ株式会社、高松空港株式会社、ベルトラ

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
- Members: about 2.85 million

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000069702.html
- anchor: #n3851738
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あつまる、積水ハウス

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, January 14, 2027
- Monday, Mar. 15
- Customer acquisition data from 800 companies
- For 23 years
- More than 700 homes at most

## JDSC announces the “Co-loop Engine series,” combining AI and people for project “foresight” and “execution”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000040467.html
- anchor: #n3851737
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JDSC、一般社団法人日本情報システム・ユーザー協会、JUAS、Stack Overflow、Project Management Institute、PMI

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
- Reduced development effort by 75%.

## Announcement of the “Gomez Asset Management Company Website Rankings 2026”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000017369.html
- anchor: #n3851736
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブロードバンドセキュリティ、BBSec、Gomez、野村アセットマネジメント、三菱UFJアセットマネジメント、アセットマネジメントOne、ニッセイアセットマネジメント、大和アセットマネジメント、三井住友DSアセットマネジメント、明治安田アセットマネジメント、東京海上アセットマネジメント、りそなアセットマネジメント、しんきんアセットマネジメント投信、一般社団法人資産運用業協会

株式会社ブロードバンドセキュリティは、「Gomez資産運用会社サイトランキング2026」を発表した。野村アセットマネジメントが1位、三菱UFJアセットマネジメントが2位、アセットマネジメントOneが3位となった。調査では運用体制の開示や技術基盤の整備が進む一方、コスト情報や比較機能の充実には課題が残った。

Facts:
- “Gomez Asset Management Company Website Rankings 2026”
- 234 survey items
- Asset management companies (40 companies)
- 7.53 野村アセットマネジメント
- 7.24 三菱UFJアセットマネジメント
- 7.16 アセットマネジメントOne
- 7.15 ニッセイアセットマネジメント
- 7.00 大和アセットマネジメント
- 6.60 三井住友DSアセットマネジメント
- 6.37 明治安田アセットマネジメント
- 6.07 東京海上アセットマネジメント
- 6.07 りそなアセットマネジメント
- 6.03 しんきんアセットマネジメント投信
- 16 companies (same 39.0%)
- 19 companies (same 47.5%)
- 14 companies (same 35.0%)
- 26 companies (same 65.0%)
- ¥400 billion or more

## Cut staff handoffs of products in stores! Launch of a “double-sided smart locker” that enables self-service pickup

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000032118.html
- anchor: #n3851735
- Companies mentioned: インタセクト・コミュニケーションズ株式会社、百度、WeChat、Alibaba、京東、RED（小紅書）

インタセクト・コミュニケーションズ株式会社 has launched a “double-sided smart locker” that reduces staff handoffs of products in stores and enables self-service pickup.

Facts:
- Established: November 2000
- Capital: ¥98.56 million
- Storage compartments: 6 (12 doors on both sides) ※standard configuration
- 6 compartments (12 doors on both sides) ※standard configuration
- Unit dimensions: width 825 × depth 400 × height 1,000 mm
- Main features: unlocking with a QR code or pickup code; 7-inch touchscreen
- The new “refund-type” tax exemption system taking effect in November 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000018498.html
- anchor: #n3851734
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アスカネット、MyBook、広島テレビ放送株式会社、MAZDA Zoom-Zoom スタジアム広島、ゆめタウン広島、エディオン広島本店、ひろしまブランドショップTAU

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
- Sold out in a few hours
- Price: 2,400 yen (tax included)
- Size: A4 size
- Width 180 mm
- Height 155 mm
- On Sunday, September 13, 2026
- Established: July 6, 1995
- 資本金 ：4.9 億円

## データX launches “b→dash AI コンシェルジュ,” an AI customer service agent customizable to each company’s products, services, and operations

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000013454.html
- anchor: #n3851733
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社データX、データX、住友不動産西新宿ビル

株式会社データX has launched “b→dash AI コンシェルジュ,” an AI customer service agent that can be customized to each company’s products, services, and operations.

Facts:
- Announced in March 2026
- Announced in October 2026
- Established: April 6, 2010
- Products with high purchase volumes in the most recent 30 days, for example

## Watch the “SG Grand Prix” on a huge screen! “TELEBOAT ROYAL NIGHT 2026,” an event exclusively for TELEBOAT members

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000157135.html
- anchor: #n3851732
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人BOATRACE振興会

一般財団法人BOATRACE振興会 will hold “TELEBOAT ROYAL NIGHT 2026,” a live viewing event exclusively for TELEBOAT members, on December 19.

Facts:
- Dec. 19 (Sat)
- 160 people
- 500 yen

## 【Oita Prefecture, Bungotakada City】A seaside “irori oyster hut” opens at 長崎鼻ビーチリゾート on November 21!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000057912.html
- anchor: #n3851731
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FoundingBase、長崎鼻ビーチリゾート

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.

Facts:
- ¥4,000 per person (tax included)
- Additional orders (1 kg: ¥1,800 (tax included))
- Oysters (1 kg): ¥2,300 (tax included)
- Nov. 21, 2026

## Music event for everyone from babies: “Music play for parents and children, from age 0 through elementary school”!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000084725.html
- anchor: #n3851730
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ほっぺ、ほっぺ

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 21, 2026
- 500 yen
- Capacity: 20 groups

## 【4日間限定】『シャインマスカット』ジュースが200円台で楽しめる！「果汁工房果琳」他 イオンモール内94店舗でブラックフライデー特別企画開催

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000054019.html
- anchor: #n3851729
- Companies mentioned: 青木フルーツ株式会社、果汁工房果琳、イオンモール、Wonder Fruits、V²&M、フルーツショップ青木、フルーツバーAOKI

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.”

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- Limited to 30 cups per day
- Special price: ¥269
- Limited to 10 tickets per day
- Sale price: ¥300
- Save up to ¥5,400
- Currently operates 190 stores nationwide

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000034027.html
- anchor: #n3851728
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーハイム、Yann Couvreur、伊勢丹新宿店、パーク ハイアット パリ、プリンス・ド・ガル、ギャラリー・ラファイエット

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.

Facts:
- December 2
- Paris’s 10th arrondissement
- 1983
- 2013
- 2015
- 10 or more stores
- Pack of 2
- ¥2,700 including tax
- 1909

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000007832.html
- anchor: #n3851727
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リンク、日産証券株式会社、なかほら牧場

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

## Signing of a “Comprehensive Partnership Agreement on Regional Revitalization” with Higashikagawa City

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000159136.html
- anchor: #n3851726
- Companies mentioned: 損害保険ジャパン株式会社、損保ジャパン

損害保険ジャパン株式会社 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on regional revitalization with Higashikagawa City, Kagawa Prefecture, on October 26.

## ATOMica KOMMONSカンパニー to hold major offline event “SUCCESS CAMP 2027 -Let’s Create.-” for customer success professionals

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000045593.html
- anchor: #n3851725
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ATOMica、KOMMONSカンパニー、CS KOMMONS、バーチャレクス・コンサルティング、株式会社カミナシ、サイボウズ株式会社、株式会社Leaner Technologies、株式会社ヤプリ、モノグサ株式会社、キャディ株式会社、circus株式会社、合同会社Etty、X Mile株式会社、株式会社ベーシック、株式会社スタディスト

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
- Providing support for more than 250 projects
- More than 75 facilities nationwide
- Admission: ¥3,500
- Early-bird price: 2,500 yen

## “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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000043078.html
- anchor: #n3851724
- 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.

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

## Winter-only “MLB Winter Mystery Box 2026” now on sale at MLB SHOP

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000030862.html
- anchor: #n3851723
- Companies mentioned: Fanatics Inc.、ファナティクス・ジャパン合同会社、ファナティクス・ジャパン、MLB SHOP、Majestic、Fanatics

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.

Facts:
- 50,000 yen (tax included)
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026

## [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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000064055.html
- anchor: #n3851722
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイクロアド、ゲーミフィケーション研究所、株式会社セガ エックスディー

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.”

Facts:
- Nov. 18, 2026
- 14:00～20:00
- 15:40 ～ 16:10

## Complete your message with this one sticker! “Thoughtful, long messages from Anpanman” LINE stickers now available

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000005296.html
- anchor: #n3851721
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日テレWands、LINEヤフー株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 40 designs in total
- 320 yen
- 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000079541.html
- anchor: #n3851720
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社久原本家、久原本家グループ、株式会社 久原本家 北海道、中村農場

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.

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- 810 yen (tax included)

## [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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000324.000014043.html
- anchor: #n3851719
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BAKE、BAKE CHEESE TART、BAKE the ONLINE

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

## We support “World Skateboarding Street 2026 Utsunomiya”!

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000378.000057111.html
- anchor: #n3851718
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクティオ、アクティオ、World Skate

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.

Facts:
- 2026
- Monday, November 16
- Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)
- Over 8 days

## 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000385.000072985.html
- anchor: #n3851717
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アピリッツ、特定非営利活動法人 人間中心設計推進機構、HCD-Net

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.

Facts:
- FY2026
- 19:00〜
- July 2000

## Making renewable electricity easier for households and businesses to choose: みんな電力 renews its website

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000050516.html
- anchor: #n3851716
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UPDATER、みんな電力、TBSホールディングス、公益財団法人日本自然保護協会、宮崎県企業局、三重県度会町、コスモエコパワー

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)
- 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
- Used by more than 4,000 facilities

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000406.000012047.html
- anchor: #n3851715
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社βace、Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate -、Minimal、マルカメ果樹園、JICA

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

## Capturing the fantastical world of “sakura kakushi”: 5 products from Sakura’s “Shoshugen,” “Sawaday” and “Bluelet” lines

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000406.000086052.html
- anchor: #n3851714
- Companies mentioned: 小林製薬株式会社

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.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Nov. 26
- From Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- 504 yen (before tax)
- 456 yen (before tax)
- 645 yen (before tax)
- 578 yen (before tax)
- 99% sterilization rate

## Attenir products to go on sale at 雑貨館インキューブ 天神店 starting Friday, Nov. 13, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-12T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000010341.html
- anchor: #n3851713
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アテニア、雑貨館インキューブ 天神店

株式会社アテニアは、2026年11月13日より福岡県の「雑貨館インキューブ 天神店」にてクレンジングオイルやスキンケア製品の販売を開始する。

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- 175 mL
- 350 mL
- 1989