INFORICH launches artist support program in partnership with Meta
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株式会社INFORICH will launch an SNS management support program for artists and IPs in partnership with Meta-operated Threads on CheerSPOT, a platform that lets fans place agency-approved support ads on digital signage around town.
Facts
Available at approximately 63,000 locations nationwide (※)
Original1箇所462円(税込)〜というリーズナブルな価格
Monthly active accounts worldwide exceed 500 million
In Japan, usage time growth exceeds 130% year over year, and more
Approximately 63,000 units have been installed across all 47 prefectures of Japan
International skateboarding competition comes to Utsunomiya for the first time! “World Skateboarding Street 2026 Utsunomiya”
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株式会社ダイナム will sponsor “World Skateboarding Street 2026 Utsunomiya,” an international skateboarding competition to be held in Utsunomiya in November 2026.
“Dessert Catch! Tinipin” Episode 20 synopsis and preview images revealed!
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株式会社アニマックスブロードキャスト・ジャパン announced that Episode 20 of “Dessert Catch! Tinipin” will receive its Japanese premiere on キッズステーション on Nov. 14. It is also scheduled to air on Nov. 15 on “Animo-ri!” across テレ東’s 6-station network.
Doutor × Cinnamoroll Christmas Campaign, Part 1, starts Nov. 26. Buy eligible products and try your hand at bingo! Original goods will be awarded to 350 winners in a drawing!
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株式会社ドトールコーヒー will launch the first installment of its Christmas campaign in collaboration with Sanrio character Cinnamoroll on Nov. 26. Customers who purchase eligible products can play bingo, with original goods such as tumblers and socks up for grabs in a drawing for a total of 350 winners.
“Moomin: Moominvalley’s Midsummer” launches today, Nov. 12 (Thu.), on Nintendo Switch™ / Nintendo Switch™ 2 / PC (Steam)!
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松竹ゲームズ has released “Moomin: Moominvalley’s Midsummer,” a point-and-click adventure based on the work of Tove Jansson, on Nintendo Switch™ / Nintendo Switch™ 2 / PC (Steam) from Nov. 12. A launch sale, social media campaign and release celebration event will also be held.
Facts
10% off
15% off
2,300 yen
2,550 yen
4,480 yen
10,120 yen
Companies mentioned：松竹株式会社、松竹ゲームズ、Nintendo Switch、Nintendo Switch 2、Steam、Hyper Games、Crossbridge Game Studios、Shochiku、任天堂
★Event Information★ From Nov. 25 (Wed.): Change the world for real! A POP UP STORE for “Nihon Sangoku,” an unconventional near-future war chronicle about mastering “power” through the dual forces of intellect and arms, opens at ハンズ博多店!
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株式会社CRAZY BUMP will hold a POP UP STORE for the anime “Nihon Sangoku” at ハンズ博多店 from Nov. 25, 2026, and sell merchandise.
“Princess Principal Crown Handler” POP UP SHOP opens for a limited time on the 7th floor of 新宿マルイアネックス from Nov. 28 (Sat.)!
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株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークス will hold a POP UP SHOP for “Princess Principal Crown Handler” at 新宿マルイアネックス from Nov. 28, 2026, featuring original merchandise, a lottery event and exhibits.
【NA. Sayuri Date】“If They Find Out I’m a Monster (Mandragora), Will They Slay Me?” PV released to mark the novels and comics launching in the same month! Giveaway campaign also underway!
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株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント will release a PV to mark the same-month launch of Volume 3 of the novel “If They Find Out I’m a Monster (Mandragora), Will They Slay Me?” and Volume 1 of the comic, and will run a giveaway campaign on X.
Enjoy year-end party season with your “oshi” plushie! “Let’s Toast with Your Oshi?” arrives at サンキューマート! On sale from early December for ALL 390 yen (429 yen including tax)
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サンキューマート, a shop operated by エルソニック株式会社, will begin selling “Let’s Toast with Your Oshi?,” items for “nuikatsu” (plushie activities) during year-end party season, in early December. All 10 items cost 390 yen (429 yen including tax).
【BOTANIST spring limited edition】A sweet, airy fragrance of cherry blossoms and juicy fruit. “Sakura & White Apricot” launches Nov. 26!
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The BOTANIST brand, operated by 株式会社Ｉ－ｎｅ, will launch 7 spring-limited hair and body care items in the “Sakura & White Apricot” fragrance from November 2026.
The “Abydos Aquarium: Ocean Observation Records” event, the first collaboration with the smartphone game “Blue Archive,” will open at サンシャイン水族館 on Dec. 11.
Nintendo Switch™ “Astraia no Zaiku” now available for preorder at ティームストア!
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株式会社ティームエンタテインメント, a subsidiary of 株式会社エディア, has opened preorders exclusively at ティームストア for the Nintendo Switch otome game “Astraia no Zaiku,” scheduled for release on March 25, 2027.
Live demonstration of remote drone operations with DJI Dock 4; infrared inspections with Matrice 5T also explained. Free seminar to be held Dec. 4 (Fri.) in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture
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株式会社セキド will hold a seminar featuring demonstrations and explanations of DJI Dock 4 and Matrice 5T in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture, on Dec. 4.
Facts
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
First 20 people
Original13:30～16:00頃
A cumulative total of more than 1,950 seminars of various kinds
A total of more than 21,000 customers
More than 45,000 companies and government agencies
Commemorating the film’s release! Due to popular demand, the script collection for the serial TV novel “虎に翼” will be reissued—reservations now open!
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NHK出版 will reissue the script collection for the serial TV novel “虎に翼,” which sold out in 2024, to commemorate the film’s release, and has begun accepting reservations.
Facts
Shipments are scheduled to begin in late January 2027
“Seminar on Expanding Food Exports Through Case Studies” to Be Held!
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The 中小機構 China Headquarters will co-host the “Seminar on Expanding Food Exports Through Case Studies” with 中国経済産業局, 中国四国農政局 and ジェトロ鳥取 in Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, on December 16, 2026.
Facts
Dec. 16, 2026
5 trillion yen in exports in 2030
Capacity: 100 people
Japan’s Food Export Support Program for 10,000 Businesses
In theaters nationwide from January 8, 2027 / 浜田省吾 “ON THE ROAD 1988” / 4 vivid stage photos from 1988 released as film stills!
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Rock singer 浜田省吾’s 1988 tour concert film “ON THE ROAD 1988” will open in theaters nationwide on January 8, 2027. Stills from the 4K remastered version have also been released.
Facts
Starting Friday, Jan. 8, 2027
ON THE ROAD 1988
After 39 years
4 film stills
4K digital remaster
5.1-channel surround mix
114 minutes
Companies mentioned：ライブ・ビューイング・ジャパン、Road & Sky、Sony Music Labels Inc.、とこしえ
An automatic cat litter box with an opening approximately 43% wider than the previous model is here. PETKIT, the pet appliance brand used by 5 million people worldwide, is launching the upgraded automatic cat litter box (P9906) on November 13, with improved comfort.
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株式会社ウエニ貿易 will launch PETKIT’s new automatic cat litter box, “P9906,” on November 13. The model’s opening is approximately 43% wider, and its odor control, safety sensors and app connectivity have been enhanced.
First sale for the Nintendo Switch version of 金子一馬’s latest game, “KAZUMA KANEKO'S ツクヨミ”! Sale also available simultaneously on Steam, with the digital version 10% off!
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株式会社コロプラ is holding its first sale for the Nintendo Switch and Steam versions of 金子一馬’s game “KAZUMA KANEKO'S ツクヨミ,” with a 10% discount. The sale is scheduled to run from November 12 to December 4 for the Switch version, and from November 12 to November 26 for the Steam version.
[フジテレビ] Ran Takahashi and Tomohiro Ogawa head to Poland for new opportunities: “Volleyball Poland Tauron Liga 2026/27” — live broadcasts planned from Round 6 on November 15 (Sunday) through the final, including matches featuring their club ルブリン
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フジテレビNEXT and FOD have announced live broadcasts of ルブリン matches in Poland’s Tauron Liga, where Japan men’s national volleyball team players Ran Takahashi and Tomohiro Ogawa play. Coverage will run from Round 6 on November 15 through the final, with Japanese commentary and analysis.
[国際こども・福祉カレッジ] Students studying childcare and welfare organize crafts and festival activities for children! The “4th Wamu Fest” drew a total of 630 participants!
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The “4th Wamu Fest,” held on November 3 by NSGグループ’s 国際こども・福祉カレッジ, drew a total of 630 participants and featured student-planned crafts, festival activities and stage shows.
Facts
A total of 630 participants
Its number of social media followers exceeds 300,000
Series sales surpass 100,000 copies! The 3rd brand mook featuring Hawaii staple souvenir “Honolulu Cookie Company” arrives on 11/18!
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3 brand mooks featuring Hawaii staple souvenir “Honolulu Cookie Company” will go on sale on Nov. 18, 2026. Cumulative series sales have surpassed 100,000 copies. Each is priced at ¥3,839 (tax included).
Facts
On sale Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
Price: ¥3,839 each (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 宝島社、Honolulu Cookie Company
The 5 stars of “Love in the Moonlight” reunite! Special program “Love in the Moonlight 10th Anniversary Special: Everyone Gather at Kurumi House!” streams exclusively on U-NEXT from Nov. 13
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株式会社U-NEXT announced that a special program bringing together the 5 stars of the Korean drama “Love in the Moonlight” will stream exclusively starting Nov. 13, 2026, to mark the 10th anniversary of its broadcast.
Facts
10th anniversary of the broadcast
Peak viewership rating of 25.3%
8 KBS Drama Awards wins
More than 500,000 titles
More than 1.37 million books
Nov. 13, 2026
330 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT、KBS、Paravi、TBS、テレビ東京、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、GEM Partners、KBS Media Ltd.
“Difficult” added to “Temple of Fire” and “Savage Horn Cavern” in “Expedition” in “AION2”! “Black Cat,” “Sharp Slim-Fit Shirt,” and “Daily Hood” arrive in November’s “LOOKBOOK Vol.1”!
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NC Corporation announced that it has added the “Difficult” difficulty level to expedition dungeons in “AION2” and will sell limited-edition appearance items for November.
Each issue surpasses 100,000 copies! The latest issue of “GOAT,” the buzzworthy new literary magazine rewriting the record books, goes on sale Dec. 2 with “Time” as its theme! A special Doraemon feature is also included!
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The latest issue of literary magazine “GOAT,” “GOAT Winter 2027,” goes on sale Dec. 2 with a first printing of 150,000 copies. Its main feature is “Time,” and it includes a special Doraemon feature and a collaboration with Pre-Battle‼.
Facts
First printing of 150,000 copies
List price: ¥510
Companies mentioned：株式会社小学館、小学館、Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.、MBS、TBS
新横浜プリンスホテル will hold Japan’s first hotel collaboration with the animated series “PAW Patrol” from Nov. 20, 2026, through Mar. 19, 2027, offering exclusive menu items and accommodation plans.
VERDY and PARCO announce new collaborative items with “doublet,” known for its uniforms, as part of “Verdy's Postal Service,” a joint project themed around letters
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株式会社パルコ announced collaboration items with fashion brand “doublet” as part of “Verdy's Postal Service,” its joint project with graphic artist VERDY. A presale event will be held at Shinsaibashi PARCO.
Facts
¥64,900 (tax included)
¥47,300 (tax included)
¥75,900 (tax included)
¥53,900 (tax included)
10% PAY BACK
¥10,000 (tax included; purchases may be combined during the campaign period)
¥1,000 shopping voucher
worth up to 50,000 yen
+3pt boost
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、VERDY、doublet、VK DESIGN WORKS、Louis Vuitton、Nike、HUMAN MADE、Budweiser、G-SHOCK、UNIQLO、LOTTE Museum
Japan Anime Trend Awards 2026, one of the country’s largest anime awards, set to take place; free live broadcast on ABEMA from 19:00 on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2026
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株式会社AbemaTV announced that it will hold Japan Anime Trend Awards 2026, one of the country’s largest anime awards, with a free live broadcast on ABEMA from 19:00 on Dec. 26, 2026. The main hosts will be Yuki Iwai (Haraichi), Sumire Uesaka, and Sora Tokui.
[FURFUR] The 2nd collaborative collection with “HEINZ,” loved at dining tables around the world, is here! <Presale begins Monday, Nov. 16>
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株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ’s womenswear brand FURFUR will launch its 2nd collaborative collection with food brand HEINZ for presale starting Nov. 16, followed by a nationwide launch on Nov. 18.
株式会社C&R EVERLASTING STORY (C.R.E.S.) has begun offering 2 varieties as hometown tax donation gifts, developed jointly with Matsubara City, Osaka Prefecture: “Exquisite Kawachi Duck Feast Course” and “Exquisite Kawachi Duck and Namba Green Onion Skewers × ‘Co-Created Local Salt.’”
Facts
Original日本首長連合（旧・万博首長連合）に加盟している11自治体
5 courses in total
Limited to 300 meals
[For 2 people] ¥140,000
[For 4 people] ¥190,000
Donation amount: ¥18,000
Since its founding in 1870
The G20 Osaka Summit held in 2019
Original2007年に麻布十番で『エルブランシュ』を独立開業
Established the “nocs” community for developing young talent in 2022
Featured in the Michelin 2016 Toyama-Ishikawa edition
[JAF Miyazaki] Enjoy motorsports in your own car! “Challenge Auto Test Miyazaki 2026 Series, Round 6” to be held
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The JAF Miyazaki Branch will support “Challenge Auto Test Miyazaki 2026 Series, Round 6” at Hokodake Park on Dec. 13. Participants can take part in this motorsports event in their own cars and also qualify to apply for a B license.
Interview with Shuzo Matsuoka, Shingo Kunieda, and Satoshi Iwabuchi, appearing in “Kei Nishikori: The Final Road—The Journey from His Last Grand Slam to the Japan Open,” airing and streaming 11/14
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WOWOW aired and streamed a documentary about Kei Nishikori’s retirement on Nov. 14 and published interviews with its guests Shuzo Matsuoka, Shingo Kunieda, and Satoshi Iwabuchi.
Chiikawa appears on the cover of Morning issue 51, on sale next week, Nov. 19 (Thursday)! Includes a newly drawn manga!
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Nagano's popular work Chiikawa will appear on the cover and in a color feature in Morning issue 51, on sale Nov. 19. The regular and special editions of the new volume 9 are also scheduled to go on sale around Nov. 20.
The “Danganronpa Series × ORIHARA” POP UP SHOP in マルイ is confirmed!
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株式会社アルマビアンカ announced that AMNIBUS, which it operates, will hold the “Danganronpa Series × ORIHARA” POP UP SHOP in マルイ at 有楽町マルイ and なんばマルイ, offering an early sale of goods featuring newly drawn Japanese-style illustrations by illustrator ORIHARA.
The “TV anime ‘We're Looking for Zombies’ POP UP SHOP in AMNIBUS STORE -blue-” is confirmed!
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A POP UP SHOP for the TV anime “We're Looking for Zombies” will open at AMNIBUS STORE -blue-, operated by 株式会社アルマビアンカ, starting Dec. 4, 2026. The event will feature an early sale of newly illustrated goods, purchase bonuses, an X campaign and more.
Facts
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
Dec. 20 (Sun.), 2026
5F
10:00～21:00
Single item: 660 yen (tax included)
BOX: 5,940 yen (tax included)
Single item: 330 yen (tax included)
BOX: 4,290 yen (tax included)
BOX: 3,300 yen (tax included)
2,178 yen each (tax included)
4,180 yen each (tax included)
990 yen each (tax included)
Single item: 495 yen (tax included)
BOX: 4,950 yen (tax included)
Single item: 275 yen (tax included)
BOX: 3,575 yen (tax included)
550 yen each (tax included)
2,000 yen (tax included)
1 winner selected by drawing
9:15～9:20
9:20～
10:15～
Around 9:50
Original1枠15分
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS STORE -blue-、MAGNET by SHIBUYA109、アニメイト、AMNIBUS
More than 2,500 students taught! A top instructor with a pass rate 3 times the national average presents “Complete Guide! Atsushi Mabuchi's Care Manager Exam Past Questions by Topic, 2027 Edition,” on sale Nov. 12, 2026 (Thursday)!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will release “Complete Guide! Atsushi Mabuchi's Care Manager Exam Past Questions by Topic, 2027 Edition,” a collection of past questions to prepare for the care manager exam by instructor Atsushi Mabuchi, on Nov. 12, 2026.
Opening Jan. 2, 2027! Tickets for the “Stage Play The Promised Neverland 5th Anniversary Exhibition,” commemorating the stage play's 5th anniversary, go on sale today, Nov. 12 (Thursday)!
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The “Stage Play The Promised Neverland 5th Anniversary Exhibition,” commemorating the stage play's 5th anniversary, will be held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City starting Jan. 2, 2027, and tickets are now on sale.
Live2D unveils the 1st wave of session and exhibition information for “alive 2026” — announces some participating companies and exhibitor booths
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株式会社Live2D has unveiled the 1st wave of session and exhibition information for its “alive 2026” event, to be held on Dec. 11, 2026. Some participating companies and exhibitor booths have been announced. The event will take place at Akihabara UDX.
Facts
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026
Doors open at 9:30
Sessions: 10:00–17:30
Exhibition: 11:00–16:30
Reception: 18:00–20:30
¥3,000
¥7,500
Free
¥1,500
Companies mentioned：株式会社Live2D、CLIP STUDIO PAINT、株式会社グラフィニカ、株式会社バグトゥール、CG-ARTS（公益財団法人 画像情報教育振興協会）、Elgato、Cubismグループ、Live2D JUKU、nizima ACTION!!、AUTOMATON、株式会社ワコム、クリエイターPC DAIV、nizima LIVE、nizima
[Nagoya] A Hamayaki BBQ Sakaba course featuring large oysters from Miyagi Prefecture and seafood is now available at the fully indoor BBQ venue inside ドン・キホーテ栄本店. The course, including all-you-can-drink alcohol, is offered for 5,000 yen. [Wood Design Park Sakae]
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ウッドデザインパーク栄店 has begun offering a Hamayaki BBQ Sakaba course featuring large oysters from Miyagi Prefecture and seafood for 5,000 yen at its fully indoor BBQ venue on the 6th floor of ドン・キホーテ栄本店.
Facts
Includes all-you-can-drink alcohol from more than 50 varieties
Seating time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Our venue has hosted banquets for more than 100 people
[Niku no Esaka Sumino-do store] Closing on Nov. 23 (Monday)!! A “Closing Sale” will run for 10 days starting Nov. 13 (Friday) as a thank-you for your patronage
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The meat restaurant 肉のエサカ 住道店 will close on Nov. 23, 2026 (Monday). In conjunction with the closure, a “Closing Appreciation Sale” will run for 10 days from Nov. 13 (Friday), with the rare cut “ミスジステーキ” offered at a special price.
Korean rural travel platform アソビカタ promotes attracting Korean travelers through regional tourism DX in Japan
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BABAGROUND, operator of the Korean rural travel platform アソビカタ, is promoting efforts to attract Korean travelers through regional tourism DX in Japan and stepping up regional partnerships in northern Ibaraki Prefecture.
Facts
Working with more than 400 villages, farms and local businesses across South Korea
has built a customer base of about 100,000
Sales of rural tourism products in 2025 exceeded about 1.5 billion won
[Atami Tourism Bureau] Wins the public sector Grand Prix at the “GenAI HR Awards 2026” for its tourism DX initiative using generative AI
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一般財団法人熱海観光局 won the public sector Grand Prix at the “GenAI HR Awards 2026” in recognition of its tourism DX initiative using generative AI. Working with 株式会社リクルート’s じゃらんリサーチセンター, it streamlined data collection and analysis and substantially increased traffic to the Visit Atami website.
Librus株式会社 publishes insight report, “Measures Needed to Achieve SCS Assessment System ★4: Third-Party Assessments and Technical Verification Explained”
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Librus株式会社 has published an insight report explaining the measures needed to achieve SCS Assessment System ★4 and the processes for third-party assessments and technical verification.
[社会福祉法人絆友会] “Learning Support Project” gets even better! Water dispenser added to Akabane meeting room!
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社会福祉法人絆友会 has enhanced its “Learning Support Project” for participants in Tokyo’s childcare worker career development training and installed a water dispenser in its Akabane meeting room.
全保連株式会社, part of 三菱ＵＦＪフィナンシャル・グループ, signs service agreement with Dwilar, using the “Lita” credit assessment service for foreign residents in rent guarantee screening
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全保連株式会社, part of 三菱ＵＦＪフィナンシャル・グループ, has signed a service agreement with Dwilar, Inc. and will use the “Lita” credit assessment service for foreign residents when screening rent guarantee applications.
[ALNEX Nagoya store] Opens November 1, 2026! Bringing high-quality protection films to the Chubu region
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Protection film installation specialist ALNEX opened its Nagoya store in Nakagawa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on November 1, 2026. The opening marks its expansion into the Chubu region, where it has begun offering installation services using high-quality protection films made by GSWF社. November appointments are fully booked, and reservations for December are now being accepted.
[Nagoya, Sakae] Christmas afternoon tea and limited-edition parfait arrive | LOUANGE TOKYO Le Château launches “AFTERNOON TEA ‘CHRISTMAS’” and the 4th Shimizu parfait
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LOUANGE TOKYO Le Château, operated by 株式会社スイーツプラス, will begin serving a Christmas-themed afternoon tea and the 4th parfait created by parfait maker Hirofumi Shimizu in Nagoya’s Sakae district.
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Dec. 27 (Sun.)
Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
Sunday, Dec. 20
9 holiday-themed sweets
Original＋1名様につき ￥2,640 (税込)
+¥550 (tax included)
¥ 9,900
¥ 11,000
¥ 11,900
¥ 9,400
¥ 10,500
¥ 11,400
Original1名様 / ¥2,200 (税込)
Weekdays: ¥3,850
Weekends and holidays: ¥4,400
+¥1,800 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社スイーツプラス、LOUANGE TOKYO Le Château、ザ・ランドマーク名古屋栄、HAERA、Baccarat
The “2026 Setouchi City Seaside Market” will be held at Ushimado Yacht Harbor on November 14, Reiwa 8, led by MOFIE, a student group from ノートルダム清心女子大学, in 岡山県瀬戸内市.
Instability in the first 1 minute of the 6-minute walk test in stroke survivors — nonlinear time-series analysis using IMU sensors — Neurorehabilitation Research Center
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A team at 畿央大学’s Neurorehabilitation Research Center used nonlinear time-series analysis with IMU sensors to show that stroke survivors’ side-to-side instability increases during the first 1 minute of the 6-minute walk test and then declines.
The value of paper planners in the digital age: Students who regularly use the Scholar Techo report 3.3 times greater improvement in motivation to study and 5.2 times greater increases in time spent studying at home
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A survey conducted by 株式会社NOLTYプランナーズ found that middle and high school students who frequently use the Scholar Techo reported about 3.3 times greater improvement in motivation to study and about 5.2 times greater increases in time spent studying at home than students who do not use it.
Facts
14,762 middle and high school students nationwide
Original使っている生徒（1日にスコラ手帳を3回以上開く生徒）6,063名
Students who do not use it (those who open the Scholar Techo 0 times a day): 8,699 students
Free AI checker for university students now available! Just paste in text to assess how AI-generated it seems!
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株式会社BLITZ has released a free tool, “AI Checker for University Students,” that analyzes how likely a report or other text is to have been written by AI. Input data is processed in the browser and is not sent externally.
[お芋ってBETSUBARA] A retro café has opened in Sawara, Katori, Chiba Prefecture. Enjoy house-roasted coffee beans, delicious cheesecake and sweet potato desserts.
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The retro café お芋ってBETSUBARA has opened in Sawara, Katori, Chiba Prefecture. It serves house-roasted coffee and sweet potato desserts.
Collaboration with Tales Weaver launches in MapleStory M!
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株式会社ネクソン will hold a collaboration with its PC online RPG Tales Weaver in the iOS/Android app MapleStory M starting Nov. 12, 2026. A limited-time character, Boris, will appear, alongside various events and updates.
Facts
From Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
More than 40 games
More than 190 countries and regions
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネクソン、NEXON Korea Corporation
Preparedness, water and places to live: Yokohama Okadaya Commercial Division website completely revamped
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The Commercial Division of 株式会社横浜岡田屋 completely revamped its website on Nov. 12, adding features such as disaster-prevention information and a stockpile simulation tool.
Facts
The website was completely revamped on Nov. 12 (Thu)
It is said to take at least 3 days
Can be stored safely for 7 years
Contains none of the 29 specified allergenic ingredients and other substances
“meijiのむチョコCafe.5300” to make its first appearance at the 2026 Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo!
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株式会社明治 will make its first appearance with “meijiのむチョコCafe.5300” at the 2026 Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo, held at Odori Park in Sapporo from Nov. 20 to Dec. 25, 2026.
Facts
Marking its 100th anniversary since launch this year※1
TSP begins business partnership with ミセツク to provide one-stop support for store development
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株式会社TSP has entered into a business partnership with ミセツク, operated by 株式会社A2T, combining real estate brokerage and business-opening support services to provide one-stop assistance with store development. It will also work with its group company タスクサービス to provide comprehensive support from property searches through interior construction.
[Crescent Clarity（クレセント クラリティ）] Launch of the “maru sankaku shikaku” series
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Crescent Clarity, a casual jewelry brand operated by PR consultancy 株式会社MICHIYUQ, will launch the “maru sankaku shikaku” series, featuring circle, triangle and square motifs, on Nov. 13, 2026, and hold a winter campaign from that day through Jan. 15, 2027.
Even without video-editing skills, everyone’s memories become one gift video. Video message service “ShareVie（シェアビー）” launches
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ロケットカンパニー began offering its web service “ShareVie（シェアビー）” on Nov. 12, 2026. The service automatically creates a group video message by collecting photos and messages, with no video editing required.
Developing the “powers of observation, discovery and thought” needed to thrive in the AI era! Experiential event for elementary and middle school students, “Autumn Micro Explorers: Find What You Love at Nagai Botanical Garden,” to be held Nov. 23 (Mon, holiday)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
特定非営利活動法人アート教育研究所 and Deep People will hold “Autumn Micro Explorers,” a nature observation workshop for elementary and middle school students, at Nagai Botanical Garden on Nov. 23, 2026.
とりんく launches “せんせいメモ,” AI meeting minutes for childcare: creating an environment where teachers can discuss children’s development and daily childcare without being tied up with recordkeeping. Supports children’s names and childcare terminology; interactive exhibit at “Hoiku Expo 2026”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社とりんく launched “せんせいメモ,” an AI service that automatically prepares minutes for staff meetings and review sessions at childcare centers, on Nov. 2, 2026. The service supports children’s names and childcare terminology unique to each center, aiming to reduce the burden of recordkeeping and help teachers focus on discussion.
Facts
Launched on Nov. 2, 2026
Original1回の会議あたり約30分かかっていた議事録作成が
can now be done in about 5 minutes, including review and revisions, in some cases
Since the idea was conceived in June 2025
Starting in May 2026, trials will be conducted at a total of 19 kindergartens
4 kindergartens starting in May 2026
Trials will be expanded to a further 15 kindergartens starting in August 2026
It previously took 20–30 minutes to prepare the meeting minutes
If other work came up midway through the task, it could take 1 hour
Now, it takes about 10 minutes from recording to printing
We will exhibit at Hoiku Expo 2026, to be held on Nov. 19 (Thursday) and 20 (Friday), 2026
Hong Kong government amends Education Ordinance bill, barring those convicted of national security offenses from teaching
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Hong Kong government announced the “2026 Education (Amendment) Bill,” which proposes introducing teacher practice certificates and safeguards to prevent people convicted of national security offenses from teaching in schools. The bill will be submitted to the Legislative Council for consideration after publication in the Gazette.
Facts
2026 Education (Amendment) Bill
To be published in the Gazette tomorrow
The aforementioned bill will be submitted to the Legislative Council on the 25th
Pingtung joins 長榮航空 in inviting German operators on familiarization tour to expand European market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
屏東縣政府 joined forces with 長榮航空 to invite outdoor sports and specialty tourism operators from Munich, Germany, on a familiarization tour of Pingtung. The group explored the county’s diverse offerings, including its mountains, forests, ocean and Indigenous cultures, with the aim of expanding the European market.
輝達 exports to China raise national security concerns; US Democratic senators urge preservation of documents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US Democratic senators Warren and Coons called on the Trump administration to preserve all documents related to 輝達’s exports of chips to China and to review security records concerning suspected Chinese intelligence operations and Jensen Huang. The move follows media reports alleging that 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang had close ties to a suspected Chinese intelligence operative, raising concerns about national security and enforcement of export controls.
Miaoli County mayoral candidates’ televised policy forum to debut on the 19th, with TV and online broadcasts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Miaoli County Election Commission announced that the first televised policy forum for the county magistrate election will be held at 10 a.m. on the 19th. It will air on Channel 3 of 吉元 and 信和有線電視公司 and stream simultaneously on YouTube. Rebroadcasts and policy forums for township and city mayoral candidates will follow.
Facts
The first session will be held at 10 a.m. on the 19th
Cabinet: Received amendments to farmers’ allowance law; will continue deliberations on lawful, constitutional response
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Executive Yuan received a letter from the Legislative Yuan on the 10th regarding the “Temporary Act Governing Welfare Allowances for Elderly Farmers,” which passed its third reading. As the Legislative Yuan’s version would add NT$32 billion in annual spending and was not discussed in advance, the Executive Yuan will consider a lawful and constitutional response. It must submit a reconsideration motion by the 19th at the latest.
Facts
Annual spending would increase by NT$32 billion
Monthly farmers’ allowance raised to NT$15,000
Farmers’ allowance raised to NT$10,000 per person per month
If a reconsideration is sought, the motion must be submitted by the 19th at the latest
Legislative Yuan committee gives preliminary approval to easing child-care eligibility retention for regular and additional hires until age 8
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan’s Judiciary and Organic Laws and Statutes Committee gave preliminary approval to a draft amendment to the Civil Service Examinations Act. It would extend the period during which regular and additional successful candidates can retain their eligibility for childcare to cover those raising children under age 8 or grandchildren until they turn 9, and remove the restriction barring applications when a spouse has already taken childcare leave without pay.
The 國民黨 legislative caucus announced the formation of an “Anti-Election Dirty Tricks Legal Advisory Team,” with Luo Chih-chiang, Yeh Ching-yuan and others taking part. It vowed zero tolerance for election-related rumors and smear campaigns, and urged voters to verify information and actively gather evidence to monitor candidates.
沈伯洋 proposes urban reconnection plan, with three strategies to return space beneath elevated bridges to the public
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 unveiled an “Urban Reconnection” policy, proposing to use 3 sites, including Huashan, as pilot areas. Through the strategies of “opening up, bridging and transforming,” the plan aims to revitalize the space beneath the Civic Boulevard elevated roadway and return it to the public.
Facts
About 3.7 kilometers long
The area beneath the bridge is about 44,000 square meters
Papua New Guinea gives Taiwan deadline to close representative office; 外交部 suspects link to major Chinese natural gas deal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
外交部 announced that it would proactively close Taiwan’s representative office in Papua New Guinea, saying it suspects the move is linked to Papua New Guinea signing a major natural gas deal with China and pressure surrounding the APEC meeting. Personnel are expected to leave in November. The 2 Papua New Guinean scholarship students currently in Taiwan will be asked to leave after the end of this semester.
Facts
In July, Papua New Guinea asked Taiwan to close its representative office
A 1-year deadline to close
It should be completed in November.
Original7月16日接到巴紐外交部要求關閉代表處
Must leave within 1 week
There are currently 2 Papua New Guinean scholarship students in Taiwan
Tainan’s Annan District community sports center completes construction and begins trial operations; opening in mid-December
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan’s Annan District community sports center was built at a cost of NT$330 million. It completed construction and began trial operations today, and is scheduled to open in mid-December, providing residents with an indoor space for sports.
工總 urges lawmakers to maintain current air pollution law mechanism, warns early coal plant retirements could threaten power supply
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
全國工業總會 urged the Legislative Yuan to maintain the current mechanism under the Air Pollution Control Act, warning that requiring coal-fired power units to retire early before replacement power sources are available would undermine power supply stability, flexibility in energy dispatch and national energy security.
New Taipei student dies after being stabbed in neck; Education Department to review and strengthen child protection
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Huang-surnamed high school student in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, was stabbed in the neck with scissors by a younger student at the same school in late September. The student died after more than 1 month of emergency treatment. The New Taipei City Education Department said it would support the family and review its systems for identifying and counseling at-risk students, while recommending that the central government consider more enforceable counseling interventions and mechanisms to ensure parental cooperation.
Thai deputy prime minister visits Myanmar, focusing on border security and cross-border river pollution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Thai Deputy Prime Minister Sihasak visited Myanmar and met with leaders including Min Aung Hlaing, focusing on border security, the situation in Myanmar, cross-border trade and river pollution. Thailand is concerned about the water quality of the Sai and Kok rivers, which has been affected by upstream mining. It also urged opposition lawmakers to recommend that the government seek help in clarifying the source of minerals during Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit to Thailand.
Facts
Bangkok, 12th — Special dispatch
Thailand’s Pollution Control Department confirmed in 2025
Thai civic groups visited in July
Chinese Premier Li Qiang to visit Thailand from the 13th to the 15th
Kaohsiung comics library opens; Chen Chi-mai: Accelerating development of ACG industry
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kaohsiung Comics Library opened at the former Kaohsiung International Convention Center. Director Chen Chi-mai said the city government spent about NT$150 million to create the venue. It houses more than 65,000 books, including 32,000 comics, and is expected to help accelerate development of the ACG industry by linking up with the Pier-2 Art Center shopping district and the manga and anime street.
Legislator calls for basic dementia law; Ministry of Health and Welfare promises draft recommendations within 2 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A legislator called for a basic law on dementia, and Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare 呂建德 pledged to compile the existing 15 draft versions and submit proposed wording within 2 months.
Hualien village chief seeking reelection suspected of bribing voters with cash and free-range chickens; prosecutors seek detention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A village chief surnamed Chang in Hualien County's Xiulin Township, seeking reelection, is suspected of bribing voters with NT$1,000 and free-range chickens, among other things, along with his wife. After questioning, the Hualien District Prosecutors Office applied to the Hualien District Court to detain him and prohibit visits, citing violations of the Public Officials Election and Recall Act.
Fire at Kaohsiung's Banana Tree Elementary School destroys wooden house used for Indigenous cultural education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A wooden house used as a teaching resource for Indigenous culture at Banana Tree Elementary School in Kaohsiung's Shanlin District caught fire for unknown reasons on the 12th. Firefighters dispatched 6 vehicles and 10 personnel to extinguish the blaze. The house was destroyed, and no one was injured. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Chiang Wan-an and Lee Sichuan propose NT$399 Taipei-New Taipei bus pass platform
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chiang Wan-an and Lee Sichuan jointly proposed an NT$399 Taipei-New Taipei bus pass, which is expected to benefit about 300,000 people. They also plan to improve the bus network in the two cities.
Kuan Chung and Ting Shou-chung propose cross-strait peace initiative, oppose war and confrontation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former Examination Yuan president Kuan Chung and former KMT legislator Ting Shou-chung, together with more than 280 experts, scholars and political figures including Wang Jin-pyng and Su Chi, put forward four proposals under a "Cross-Strait Peace Initiative." They stressed that peace should be the top priority, opposed war and confrontation, and called for dialogue and cooperation to resume.