# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-12 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 6 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.

## INFORICH launches artist support program in partnership with Meta

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000541.000033521.html
- anchor: #n3851235
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社INFORICH、INFORICH、Meta、CHARGESPOT、CheerSPOT、Threads

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 (※)
- 1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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000013913.html
- anchor: #n3851234
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイナム、テレビ朝日、ABEMA、World Skate

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.

Facts:
- All 46 prefectures nationwide
- Nov. 16 (Mon.)–23 (Mon., holiday), 2026
- More than 40 countries and regions
- Around 200 people expected
- 378 stores

## “Dessert Catch! Tinipin” Episode 20 synopsis and preview images revealed!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000604.000003633.html
- anchor: #n3851233
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニマックスブロードキャスト・ジャパン、キッズステーション、テレ東、SAMG、スカパー！、J:COM、ひかりTV、auひかり

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.

Facts:
- Episode 20
- Saturday, Nov. 14
- 11 a.m.
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- 7 a.m.
- Network of 6 stations affiliated with テレ東
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- 11:00 a.m.
- Oct. 4, 2026 (Sun.)
- 7:00 a.m.
- Since 2020

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000605.000008784.html
- anchor: #n3851232
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドトールコーヒー、株式会社サンリオ、SANRIO CO., LTD.

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.

Facts:
- to a total of 350 people
- From Thursday, Nov. 26
- Friday, Dec. 25
- Up to 8 entries
- Tumblers: 100 winners
- Socks: 250 winners

## “Moomin: Moominvalley’s Midsummer” launches today, Nov. 12 (Thu.), on Nintendo Switch™ / Nintendo Switch™ 2 / PC (Steam)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000640.000053064.html
- anchor: #n3851231
- 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

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

## ★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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000698.000073415.html
- anchor: #n3851230
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CRAZY BUMP、ハンズ博多店、小学館、スタジオカフカ、日本三國製作委員会

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 25, 2026
- Dec. 17
- 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 1,430 yen each (tax included)
- 1,540 yen (tax included)
- 1,980 yen (including tax)
- 550 yen each (tax included)
- 880 yen each (tax included)
- 660 yen (tax included)

## “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.)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000724.000029654.html
- anchor: #n3851229
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークス、THEキャラSHOP、新宿マルイアネックス、エポスカード、バンダイナムコフィルムワークス

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.

Facts:
- Starting Nov. 28 (Sat.), 2026
- Limited-time event through Dec. 9 (Wed.)
- 3,000 yen (tax included)
- 7th floor, 新宿マルイアネックス

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000739.000101562.html
- anchor: #n3851228
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント、アース・スター ノベル、コミック アース・スター、Amazon

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 13 (Fri.)
- Thursday, Nov. 12
- Volume 3
- Volume 1

## 《PEACH JOHN》Reveals visuals of winter lingerie modeled by Chiba Yuna of idol group “Kyururin tte Shitemite”

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000818.000009170.html
- anchor: #n3851227
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピーチ・ジョン、PEACH JOHN

株式会社ピーチ・ジョン will release “LOVE IDOLS,” featuring Chiba Yuna of idol group “Kyururin tte Shitemite” modeling its new winter lingerie, on Nov. 18.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 18
- ￥2,190
- ￥3,490
- ￥8,980
- ￥3,600
- ￥6,980
- ￥3,900
- ￥2,700
- ￥3,000

## 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)

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000845.000002319.html
- anchor: #n3851226
- Companies mentioned: エルソニック株式会社、サンキューマート

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).

Facts:
- All ¥390
- 429 yen including tax
- A total of 10 items

## 【SBI証券】SBI証券 opens applications to purchase U.S. IPO shares of “Anthropic”

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000969.000007957.html
- anchor: #n3851225
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SBI証券、SBI証券、Anthropic, PBC、SBI新生銀行、米国証券取引委員会、SEC、関東財務局

SBI証券は、Anthropic, PBCの米国株式IPO「アンソロピック」の購入申込受付を開始した。仮条件は1株あたり70米ドル～78米ドルで、上場予定日は2026年11月19日。

Facts:
- 100,000 yen or more
- 1株あたり70米ドル～78米ドル

## 【BOTANIST spring limited edition】A sweet, airy fragrance of cherry blossoms and juicy fruit. “Sakura & White Apricot” launches Nov. 26!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001047.000012002.html
- anchor: #n3851224
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ｉ－ｎｅ、BOTANIST、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング

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.

Facts:
- 7 hair and body care items
- Rolling out from Nov. 17 (Tue.), 2026
- Rolling out from Nov. 26 (Thu.), 2026
- Approximately 25% biomass PET
- ¥3,080

## サンシャイン水族館×ブルーアーカイブ 『アビドスアクアリウム～海の観察記録～』＊12月11日（金）～2027年1月17日（日）＊

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001182.000020364.html
- anchor: #n3851223
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンシャインシティ、サンシャイン水族館、Yostar、タリーズコーヒー

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.

Facts:
- Friday, Dec. 11
- Sunday, January 17, 2027
- More than 2,500 yen
- 3,000 yen
- 5,500 yen
- 800 yen

## Nintendo Switch™ “Astraia no Zaiku” now available for preorder at ティームストア!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001229.000021592.html
- anchor: #n3851222
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エディア、株式会社ティームエンタテインメント、MintLip+、ティームストア、任天堂

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.

Facts:
- March 25, 2027
- 8,580 yen
- ¥14,080
- ¥20,900
- 25,300 yen
- Dec. 20, 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001360.000016343.html
- anchor: #n3851221
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セキド、株式会社NSi真岡、DJI、株式会社セキドパートナーズ

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
- 13:30～16:00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

## 【Te chichi】2026 WINTER LOOK “Cozy Meets Chic” unveiled — winter styling with a light silhouette that combines warmth and refinement

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001360.000036659.html
- anchor: #n3851220
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャン、株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、Te chichi

The women’s brand Te chichi, operated by 株式会社キャン, unveiled its 2026 winter LOOK “Cozy Meets Chic” on Nov. 12.

Facts:
- Unveiled on Nov. 12 (Thu.), 2026
- Coat: ¥22,000
- Blouse: ¥6,600
- Coat: ¥19,800

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001369.000018219.html
- anchor: #n3851219
- Companies mentioned: NHK出版、Amazon、楽天ブックス

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
- Featuring scripts for all 26 weeks
- A substantial volume of more than 1000 pages
- List price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- A substantial 1024 pages across 2 books

## 「昴と彗星&M Fゴースト&頭文字D」大解剖 発売!!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001567.000023526.html
- anchor: #n3851218
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三栄、サンエイムック、講談社、Amazon

株式会社三栄 will release “昴と彗星&MFゴースト&頭文字D” Complete Guide on November 12, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- List price: 1,500 yen
- 128 full-color pages

## Popular titles from Voltage and FURYU team up! The first collaboration pairs “魔界王子と魅惑のナイトメア” with “恋愛HOTEL” and launches November 12 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001601.000002633.html
- anchor: #n3851217
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボルテージ、フリュー株式会社

株式会社ボルテージ’s “魔界王子と魅惑のナイトメア” and フリュー株式会社’s discontinued title “恋愛HOTEL～秘密のルームサービス” are holding a collaboration campaign starting November 12.

Facts:
- Launching November 12 (Thursday)
- Service ended as of 2026
- The collaboration was also held in 2019 and was well received
- For 9 years since the service launched in 2015
- Featuring avatars and 28 chibi boyfriends
- Celebrated its 8th anniversary in February 2026

## “Seminar on Expanding Food Exports Through Case Studies” to Be Held!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002012.000021609.html
- anchor: #n3851216
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、中小機構、中国経済産業局、中国四国農政局、ジェトロ鳥取、日本貿易振興機構（JETRO）、氷温協会

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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002076.000003481.html
- anchor: #n3851215
- 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

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

## 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.

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002077.000025284.html
- anchor: #n3851214
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウエニ貿易、PETKIT

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.

Facts:
- Approximately 43% wider than the previous model
- 5 million people worldwide
- November 13
- 20×25.5 cm
- 26.7×27.3 cm
- 76 L
- 12 pieces
- Approximately 2 times the previous model
- Up to approximately 15 days
- 62,500 yen
- 59,800 yen

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002083.000004473.html
- anchor: #n3851213
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロプラ、コロプラ、Valve Corporation、Amazon.com, Inc.、Amazon.co.jp、Amazon

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.

Facts:
- 10% OFF
- ¥3,960 (tax included)
- ¥3,564 (tax included)
- 4,960 yen (tax included)
- 4,464 yen (tax included)
- 5,960 yen (tax included)
- 5,364 yen (tax included)
- 5,260 yen (tax included)
- 1,320 yen (tax included)
- For 10 winners

## [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

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002248.000000084.html
- anchor: #n3851212
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジテレビジョン、フジテレビ、フジテレビNEXT、FOD、ルブリン、大阪ブルテオン、ジェイテクトSTINGS愛知、東京グレートベアーズ、サントリーサンバーズ大阪、TOHOシネマズ

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.

Facts:
- “Volleyball Poland Tauron Liga 2026/27”
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- A medal win for the first time in 56 years
- Since the 1972 Munich Olympics
- The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
- 2024 Paris Olympics
- 23年＆26年欧州選手権
- 世界ランキング１位（26年10月時点）
- Starting with the 2026/27 season
- League champions in 24/25
- League runners-up in 25/26
- The Super Cup on October 25
- 25、26年のバレーボール・ネーションズリーグ
- Round 6: November 15 (Sunday), 22:55–
- Round 7: November 18 (Wednesday), 28:25–
- Round 8: November 23 (Monday), 28:25–
- Round 7: December 5 (Saturday) and 6 (Sunday)
- Round 9: December 26 (Saturday) and 27 (Sunday)
- Round 11: January 16 (Saturday) and 17 (Sunday)
- Round 16: February 27 (Saturday) and 28 (Sunday)
- 1,320 yen per month (tax included)
- More than 100,000 titles
- More than 200 magazines
- More than 700,000 e-books
- Watch a film at TOHOシネマズ every Friday
- 1,200 yen (tax included)

## [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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002301.000032951.html
- anchor: #n3851211
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NSGホールディングス、NSGグループ、NST新潟総合テレビ、学校法人国際総合学園、国際こども・福祉カレッジ

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
- A corporate group comprising 101 corporations

## “トナリはなにを食う人ぞ ほろよい” approaches its finale! Free-chapter promotion adds more chapters on Manga Park, starting November 12 (Thursday)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002515.000046848.html
- anchor: #n3851210
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社白泉社、マンガPark、App Store、GooglePlay

株式会社白泉社が運営するマンガParkで、漫画『トナリはなにを食う人ぞ ほろよい』の最終回目前を記念し、11月12日から144チャプターを無料配信するキャンペーンを実施。

Facts:
- 144 chapters free
- 11/25 (Wed.)

## Series sales surpass 100,000 copies! The 3rd brand mook featuring Hawaii staple souvenir “Honolulu Cookie Company” arrives on 11/18!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002534.000005069.html
- anchor: #n3851209
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 宝島社、Honolulu Cookie Company

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)

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003028.000031998.html
- anchor: #n3851208
- 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.

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)

## “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”!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003101.000001868.html
- anchor: #n3851207
- Companies mentioned: NC Corporation、エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社

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.

Facts:
- More than 2,800
- Level 45 or higher
- Up to 5 people

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003951.000013640.html
- anchor: #n3851206
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館、小学館、Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.、MBS、TBS

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

## 【新横浜プリンスホテル】初めての体験を「パウ・パトロール™」と一緒に！日本初のホテルコラボレーションが決定

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004152.000024668.html
- anchor: #n3851205
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、新横浜プリンスホテル、スピンマスター

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.

Facts:
- From Friday, November 20, 2026
- Through Mar. 19, 2027
- ￥1,500
- ¥1,200 each
- 1名さま￥18,939より
- Service charge (13%)

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004169.000003639.html
- anchor: #n3851204
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004234.000064643.html
- anchor: #n3851203
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、X、アニメ！アニメ！

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.

Facts:
- Dec. 26, 2026
- 19:00
- Held for the 4th time

## [FURFUR] The 2nd collaborative collection with “HEINZ,” loved at dining tables around the world, is here! <Presale begins Monday, Nov. 16>

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004586.000018505.html
- anchor: #n3851202
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ、FURFUR、HEINZ、USAGI ONLINE、ルミネ、ZOZOTOWN、楽天、ユーロモニターインターナショナル

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.

Facts:
- ￥26,400
- ￥27,500
- ￥39,600
- ￥28,600
- ￥9,900
- ￥8,800
- ￥990
- Nov. 16 (Mon.)
- Wednesday, Nov. 18
- Thursday, Nov. 12

## 「参入相次ぐロボタクシーの注目点と課題」と題して、Go2Marketing（同） 代表社員／VSI AVポータル主宰 永井 達氏によるセミナーを2026年12月17日(木)に開催!!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004798.000032407.html
- anchor: #n3851201
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 新社会システム総合研究所、Go2Marketing、VSI AVポータル、トヨタ、Waymo、Zoox、Baidu Apollo、Pony.ai、WeRide、Uber、Wayve、Nuro、Lucid、VW、Motional、Waabi

新社会システム総合研究所は、Go2Marketing代表の永井達氏による「参入相次ぐロボタクシーの注目点と課題」セミナーを2026年12月17日に開催する。トヨタとWaymoの日本市場共同開発や、Waymo、Zoox、Baidu Apolloなど主要企業の動向、法規制、2027年の日本市場解禁シナリオについて解説する。

Facts:
- 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- 2027
- 2035
- Dec. 6, 1996
- More than 28 years
- about 500 times a year

## 大阪・関西万博で生まれた自治体とのつながりと、一流シェフの知見を活かした極上料理が完成！大阪府松原市の新たな「ふるさと納税返礼品」の提供開始!!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005224.000003670.html
- anchor: #n3851200
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、株式会社C&R EVERLASTING STORY、C&Rグループ、C.R.E.S.、株式会社Chef’s value、株式会社コネクトアラウンド、有限会社ツムラ本店、日本首長連合、エルブランシュ、T2 CHEF.Lab、居酒屋たかまさ

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:
- 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
- 2007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
- Set of 3: ¥900
- Set of 4: ¥1,200

## [JAF Miyazaki] Enjoy motorsports in your own car! “Challenge Auto Test Miyazaki 2026 Series, Round 6” to be held

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007864.000010088.html
- anchor: #n3851199
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、JAF、アライズモータースポーツ宮崎、AMS宮崎

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.

Facts:
- 2,000 yen
- 3,000 yen
- 4,000 yen
- 6,000 yen
- +500 yen
- Around 40 cars

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009018.000001355.html
- anchor: #n3851198
- Companies mentioned: WOWOW、木下グループジャパンオープン、Lemino

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14
- 2014
- The following year, 2015
- No. 4 in the world rankings
- spanning 19 years
- 2024
- 50 Grand Slam singles and doubles titles in total
- a total of 5 gold medals
- 6:00 p.m.

## Chiikawa appears on the cover of Morning issue 51, on sale next week, Nov. 19 (Thursday)! Includes a newly drawn manga!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009160.000001719.html
- anchor: #n3851197
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、講談社

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 19
- List price: 490 yen (tax included)
- List price: 1,375 yen (tax included)
- List price: 3,410 yen (tax included)

## The “Danganronpa Series × ORIHARA” POP UP SHOP in マルイ is confirmed!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009696.000016064.html
- anchor: #n3851196
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、マルイ、有楽町マルイ、なんばマルイ、アニメイト、LINE、エポスカード

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
- Fri., Dec. 25
- 3,000 yen or more, tax included
- Single item: ¥605 (incl. tax)
- BOX: 9,075 yen (tax included)

## 『グリッドマン ユニバース』アニメイト先行予約キャンペーン in 2026が開催決定！

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009753.000016064.html
- anchor: #n3851195
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社arma bianca、アニメイト、AMNIBUS、円谷プロ、TRIGGER

株式会社arma biancaは、『グリッドマン ユニバース』のアニメイト先行予約キャンペーン in 2026を2026年11月12日より実施する。

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
- Single item: ¥605 (incl. tax)
- BOX: 7,260 yen (tax included)
- Single item: 275 yen (tax included)
- BOX: 3,850 yen (tax included)
- Single item: ¥880 (incl. tax)
- BOX: 10,560 yen (tax included)
- 1,980 yen each (tax included)
- ¥3,300 each (tax included)
- 1,100 yen each (tax included)
- 10,780 yen each (tax included)
- 3,960 yen each (tax included)
- For every 1,100 yen (tax included)

## The “TV anime ‘We're Looking for Zombies’ POP UP SHOP in AMNIBUS STORE -blue-” is confirmed!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009763.000016064.html
- anchor: #n3851194
- 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

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
- 1枠15分

## 錦織敦史監督の最新作、映画 『GROTESQQQUE-グロテスク-』の新商品がアニメイト先行販売決定！

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009774.000016064.html
- anchor: #n3851193
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社arma bianca、アニメイト、CloverWorks、AMNIBUS

株式会社arma biancaは、錦織敦史監督の映画『GROTESQQQUE-グロテスク-』の劇場公開を記念し、新商品をアニメイト対象店舗にて2026年11月20日より先行販売することを発表した。

Facts:
- Price: ¥7,678 (incl. tax)
- Price: 1,980 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,100 yen each (tax included)
- Single item: 550 yen (tax included)
- BOX: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Single item: 275 yen (tax included)
- BOX: 4,125 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,650 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,870 yen, tax included
- Price: 14,080 yen (tax included)

## 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)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020497.000007006.html
- anchor: #n3851192
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社ベストウェイ

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.

Facts:
- 240 carefully selected questions
- List price: 3,300 yen
- Pages: 304

## 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)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020571.000007006.html
- anchor: #n3851191
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社角川メディアハウス、株式会社サンシャインシティ、株式会社VR MODE

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027
- 16 days
- 9,500 yen
- 4,500 yen
- 3,500 yen
- 2,000 yen

## Live2D unveils the 1st wave of session and exhibition information for “alive 2026” — announces some participating companies and exhibitor booths

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:59:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000024818.html
- anchor: #n3851054
- 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

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

## A lingering milk flavor enhanced by salt: “Luxuriously Rich Salted Milk 90 g” launches Oct. 1 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:59:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000193092.html
- anchor: #n3851055
- Companies mentioned: サツラク農業協同組合

サツラク農業協同組合 launched “Luxuriously Rich Salted Milk 90 g” at retailers across Hokkaido starting Oct. 1.

Facts:
- 90g
- Oct. 1
- 60% salt
- 113 kcal
- 25 days

## 【フレッド】創業90周年を記念したポップアップを11月18日より阪急うめだ本店で開催

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:59:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000048140.html
- anchor: #n3851056
- Companies mentioned: LVMH Watches&Jewelry Japan合同会社、メゾン フレッド、フレッド、阪急うめだ本店

メゾン フレッドが創業90周年を記念し、2026年11月18日から阪急うめだ本店にてポップアップイベントを開催する。

Facts:
- 90th anniversary
- Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- Tuesday, Dec. 1
- 5th floor, Kotokoto Stage 51

## [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]

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:59:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001191.000045400.html
- anchor: #n3851057
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク株式会社、ウッドデザインパーク栄店、ドン・キホーテ栄本店、WDP

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
- Casual: 6,500 yen
- Party: 8,500 yen

## [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

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:58:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000033002.html
- anchor: #n3851058
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コズミックホールディングス、肉のエサカ 住道店、肉食堂「肉のエサカ 住道店”

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.

Facts:
- Held for 10 days
- Price: 1000 yen (tax included)

## Korean rural travel platform アソビカタ promotes attracting Korean travelers through regional tourism DX in Japan

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:58:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000193366.html
- anchor: #n3851059
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BABAGROUND、BABAGROUND Inc.、アソビカタ、NAVER、Klook

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
- It has received more than 4,400 user reviews
- The average satisfaction rating was 4.8 out of 5
- It can be completed in under 10 minutes

## 嗣味の名物明太子「あわび明太子」、福岡空港大丸エアポートショップにて、販売開始！

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:57:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000190203.html
- anchor: #n3851060
- Companies mentioned: 嗣味、博多大丸エアポートショップ、嗣味 桜坂店

嗣味の名物明太子「あわび明太子」が福岡空港博多大丸エアポートショップにて販売開始。

Facts:
- The half-size package contains 4 pieces of abalone
- It can be carried for 4 hours
- With an insulated bag, it can be kept for 6 hours
- Net weight: 120g
- Shelf life: 7 days refrigerated
- ¥2,484 including tax

## [Atami Tourism Bureau] Wins the public sector Grand Prix at the “GenAI HR Awards 2026” for its tourism DX initiative using generative AI

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:57:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000169670.html
- anchor: #n3851061
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人熱海観光局、一般社団法人生成AI活用普及協会、GUGA、熱海市、株式会社リクルート、じゃらんリサーチセンター、熱海商工会議所、熱海市ホテル旅館協同組合連合会、熱海市観光協会連合会

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.

Facts:
- GenAI HR Awards 2026
- to about 30 minutes
- was reduced to under 10 minutes
- to about 100 businesses
- It takes about 20 minutes to complete
- about 37 times the previous year
- increased to about 43 times
- can be reached in as little as 29 minutes

## Art collection “YOKO ONO オノ・ヨーコ” to be released on December 11 — 70-year journey of a pioneer of contemporary art

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:55:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000867.000041489.html
- anchor: #n3851062
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本文芸社、amazon、楽天ブックス

株式会社日本文芸社 will release “YOKO ONO オノ・ヨーコ,” an art collection tracing the 70-year journey of contemporary art pioneer Yoko Ono, on December 11, 2026.

Facts:
- Dec. 11, 2026
- List price: ¥11,000 (tax included)
- Page count: 160 pages
- Employees: 79

## A festive holiday drink. 台湾甜商店 to launch “Strawberry Pistachio Milk” for a limited time starting November 18 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:53:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000036360.html
- anchor: #n3851063
- Companies mentioned: グレイス株式会社、台湾甜商店、台湾交通部観光局

グレイス株式会社 will launch “Strawberry Pistachio Milk” for a limited time at 台湾甜商店 starting November 18, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting November 18, 2026 (Wed.)
- Price: ¥780 (tax included)

## Librus株式会社 publishes insight report, “Measures Needed to Achieve SCS Assessment System ★4: Third-Party Assessments and Technical Verification Explained”

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:52:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000053960.html
- anchor: #n3851064
- Companies mentioned: Librus株式会社

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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:51:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000163501.html
- anchor: #n3851065
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人絆友会

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

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000187837.html
- anchor: #n3851070
- Companies mentioned: 全保連株式会社、三菱ＵＦＪフィナンシャル・グループ、Dwilar, Inc.、Dwilar Japan株式会社、出入国在留管理庁

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.

Facts:
- 4,125,395 people
- 4 million people
- Securities code: 5845

## [ALNEX Nagoya store] Opens November 1, 2026! Bringing high-quality protection films to the Chubu region

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000120267.html
- anchor: #n3851069
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アザレア、ALNEX、GSWF社

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 〒454-0842
- TEL: 052-385-9223

## [Nagoya, Sakae] Christmas afternoon tea and limited-edition parfait arrive | LOUANGE TOKYO Le Château launches “AFTERNOON TEA ‘CHRISTMAS’” and the 4th Shimizu parfait

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000056485.html
- anchor: #n3851068
- 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

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
- ＋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
- 1名様 / ¥2,200 (税込)
- Weekdays: ¥3,850
- Weekends and holidays: ¥4,400
- +¥1,800 (tax included)

## Reservations open on Beaujolais Nouveau release day. 2 items from mu/ムー, made using wine leather derived from food byproducts, debut.

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000067063.html
- anchor: #n3851067
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナダヤ、ナダヤ

株式会社ナダヤは、1960年から革小物を製造する企業として、ワインの副産物であるワインポマースと天然皮革を活用したサステナブルなレザー「ワインレザー」を使用した【mu/ムー】ブランドの新規財布2型（コンパクト財布、薄型長財布）を、ボジョレー・ヌーボー解禁日である11月19日12:00より公式オンラインショップで予約開始した。

Facts:
- Manufacturing leather goods since 1960
- 11月19日(木)12：00より
- 2 new wallet styles

## 【岡山県瀬戸内市】海辺から生まれる、新しいにぎわい！「2026 瀬戸内市にぎわいシーサイドマルシェ」を11月14日に開催！

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000184040.html
- anchor: #n3851066
- Companies mentioned: 瀬戸内市役所、岡山県瀬戸内市、ノートルダム清心女子大学、MOFIE（モフィー）、saramsaram、服部水産、天下鳥ます、Draine、Re: GYOZA、CHONTO、お結び結櫻、DOREMI COOK、OLAPA、VIBES、smile made、ごほうびネイル

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, November 14, Reiwa 8
- 11:00～15:00
- 5 people
- About 17 minutes
- About 10 minutes

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:47:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000192006.html
- anchor: #n3851071
- Companies mentioned: 畿央大学、Gait & Posture

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.

Facts:
- 6-minute walk test
- First 1 minute
- 30, 45, 75 and 90 seconds
- 60 seconds (1 minute)

## Launch of compact component system “EX-D60”

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:47:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000656.000045133.html
- anchor: #n3851072
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JVCケンウッド、ソニーグループ株式会社

株式会社JVCケンウッド will launch the compact component system EX-D60, equipped with “wood cone speakers” featuring wooden diaphragms, in mid-November.

Facts:
- On sale from mid-November
- 8.5 cm full-range unit
- Switches between 3 levels (Level 1–3)
- Up to 192 kHz/24-bit
- 12 mm-thick MDF board

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:47:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000088199.html
- anchor: #n3851073
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NOLTYプランナーズ、株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター

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
- 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:47:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000139188.html
- anchor: #n3851074
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BLITZ、株式会社Blitz

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.

Facts:
- Displayed as a score from 0–100%
- Below 25%: Typical of text written by a human
- 25–50%: Some characteristics of AI-generated text
- 50–75%: Somewhat likely to be AI-generated
- 75% or higher: Likely to be AI-generated

## [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.

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:46:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000092962.html
- anchor: #n3851075
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人あいのて、One＆OnlyCafe

The retro café お芋ってBETSUBARA has opened in Sawara, Katori, Chiba Prefecture. It serves house-roasted coffee and sweet potato desserts.

Facts:
- イ3401
- 12－7
- 11時00分
- 17時00分
- 0120－508－408

## Collaboration with Tales Weaver launches in MapleStory M!

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:45:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000558.000014847.html
- anchor: #n3851076
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクソン、NEXON Korea Corporation

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

## Preparedness, water and places to live: Yokohama Okadaya Commercial Division website completely revamped

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000164886.html
- anchor: #n3850985
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社横浜岡田屋

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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194430.html
- anchor: #n3850984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 明治、meijiのむチョコCafe.5300

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
- 4th year participating in the Christmas market
- All 7 drinks
- 2 food items
- Event period: Nov. 20, 2026
- to Dec. 25 (Fri)

## [Marronnier Gate Ginza 1&3] “Get up to 10% back! Shopping Payback” runs Nov. 19 (Thu)–Nov. 23 (Mon, holiday)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000193603.html
- anchor: #n3850983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社よみうりランド、スターバックスコーヒー、シープラプレミアム

Marronnier Gate Ginza 1&3, operated by 株式会社よみうりランド, will run a campaign from Nov. 19 to 23, giving customers a ¥500 voucher for every ¥5,500 spent.

Facts:
- 5,500 yen (tax included)
- ¥500 shopping and dining voucher
- Limit of 80 vouchers per person
- ¥40,000 worth

## TSP begins business partnership with ミセツク to provide one-stop support for store development

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000185615.html
- anchor: #n3850982
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSP、株式会社A2T、タスクサービス

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: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189971.html
- anchor: #n3850981
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MICHIYUQ、Crescent Clarity、クレセント クラリティ

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- Jan. 15, 2027
- ¥24,200 each
- ¥22,550 each
- 7.6 cm in diameter

## Even without video-editing skills, everyone’s memories become one gift video. Video message service “ShareVie（シェアビー）” launches

- Published: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000194226.html
- anchor: #n3850980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロケットカンパニー、ShareVie、シェアビー

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- 0 yen
- 500 yen
- 100 yen
- 30 days
- 5 days

## 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: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000057697.html
- anchor: #n3850979
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人アート教育研究所、特定非営利活動法人Deep People、Osaka Metro御堂筋線、JR阪和線

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.

Facts:
- November 23, 2026
- 14:30〜16:00
- First 10 groups
- 20 people
- ¥500 per child

## 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: 2026-11-12T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186110.html
- anchor: #n3850978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社とりんく

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
- 1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
- ◆Capital: 10 million yen
- ◆Established: May 2021

## Hong Kong government amends Education Ordinance bill, barring those convicted of national security offenses from teaching

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:47:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202611120158.aspx
- anchor: #n3852338

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: 2026-11-12T14:45:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120157.aspx
- anchor: #n3852339
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府、長榮航空、中央社

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.

Facts:
- From the 4th to the 9th
- 6 days and 5 nights

## 輝達 exports to China raise national security concerns; US Democratic senators urge preservation of documents

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:44:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202611120156.aspx
- anchor: #n3852335
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、Nvidia、中央社、路透社、華爾街日報

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.

Facts:
- Worth at least $7.5 billion
- (中央社, New York, 11th, compiled from wire reports)

## Miaoli County mayoral candidates’ televised policy forum to debut on the 19th, with TV and online broadcasts

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:44:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120155.aspx
- anchor: #n3852336
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、吉元有線電視公司、信和有線電視公司、YouTube

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
- The 2nd session will be at 10 a.m. on the 24th
- 10 a.m.
- Channel 3
- From noon on the 18th
- 7 p.m.

## Cabinet: Received amendments to farmers’ allowance law; will continue deliberations on lawful, constitutional response

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120154.aspx
- anchor: #n3852337

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: 2026-11-12T14:39:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120153.aspx
- anchor: #n3852295

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.

Facts:
- Raising children under age 8
- Until grandchildren turn 9
- The retention period may not exceed 3 years

## 國民黨團成立法律顧問團 宣示對選舉奧步零容忍

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:36:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120152.aspx
- anchor: #n3852296
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、民進黨

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.

Facts:
- 台北12日電
- 1151112

## 沈伯洋 proposes urban reconnection plan, with three strategies to return space beneath elevated bridges to the public

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:35:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120151.aspx
- anchor: #n3852289

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
- Only 18 pedestrian crossings

## Papua New Guinea gives Taiwan deadline to close representative office; 外交部 suspects link to major Chinese natural gas deal

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:35:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120150.aspx
- anchor: #n3852290
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、外交部、立法院外交及國防委員會、民進黨、外交部亞太司、財團法人國際合作發展基金會、國合會

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.
- 7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: 2026-11-12T14:31:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120149.aspx
- anchor: #n3852291
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、南市府

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.

Facts:
- Built at a cost of NT$330 million
- Scheduled to open in mid-December
- Construction on the facility began in June 112

## 工總 urges lawmakers to maintain current air pollution law mechanism, warns early coal plant retirements could threaten power supply

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:31:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202611120148.aspx
- anchor: #n3852292
- Companies mentioned: 全國工業總會、工總、中央社

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.

Facts:
- 台北12日電
- Article 28
- Article 30
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## New Taipei student dies after being stabbed in neck; Education Department to review and strengthen child protection

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:30:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120147.aspx
- anchor: #n3852293
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、犯罪被害人保護協會

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.

Facts:
- After more than 1 month of intensive treatment
- September 24 this year
- At around 10 p.m. late on the 11th

## Thai deputy prime minister visits Myanmar, focusing on border security and cross-border river pollution

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202611120146.aspx
- anchor: #n3852294
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、人民黨、東協、ASEAN、中國駐泰國大使館

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
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## Kaohsiung comics library opens; Chen Chi-mai: Accelerating development of ACG industry

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:26:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120145.aspx
- anchor: #n3852281
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路易莎、白霧時光White Mist

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.

Facts:
- Built at a cost of about NT$150 million
- About 32,000 comics in the collection
- 35,000 general collection books
- 高達新台幣1400多億元
- Exceeding NT$1.6 trillion
- A space with a ceiling height of 3.8 meters
- More than 65,000 books in the entire collection
- 7 shipping containers
- 4 themed comic pods
- 3 exhibition pods
- Featuring 13 contemporary Taiwanese comics

## Legislator calls for basic dementia law; Ministry of Health and Welfare promises draft recommendations within 2 months

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:25:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120144.aspx
- anchor: #n3852282
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、衛生福利部、國民黨、民眾黨、民進黨、行政院、交通部

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.

Facts:
- 15 draft versions
- Submit proposed wording within 2 months
- Action Plan 3.0
- Within 1 month
- 3-month grace period

## BWF熊本羽球大師賽 周天成不敵地主好手無緣8強

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:25:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202611120143.aspx
- anchor: #n3852283
- Companies mentioned: 世界羽球聯盟、BWF、中央社

世界羽球聯盟（BWF）超級500系列日本熊本羽球大師賽，台灣選手周天成在男單次輪以22比24、19比21不敵地主選手渡邊航貴，無緣晉級8強；另一對台灣組合王齊麟、邱相榤也在男雙比賽中落敗。

Facts:
- 22-24
- 19-21
- Super 500 series
- Men’s singles No. 3 seed
- World No. 15
- In their previous 8 meetings
- Each had 4 wins
- Led 11-4
- Saved 4 game points
- Won the first game 21-19
- Gave up the game 9-21

## Hualien village chief seeking reelection suspected of bribing voters with cash and free-range chickens; prosecutors seek detention

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:23:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202611120142.aspx
- anchor: #n3852271

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.

Facts:
- NT$1,000
- Worth NT$1,000
- 12 people, among others
- Received 1 vote

## New processing technology for coffee and tea waste: 3D printing replaces some plastics; slippers deodorize and give off a pleasant aroma

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:16:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202611120141.aspx
- anchor: #n3852272
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部、農業部茶及飲料作物改良場、磐采股份有限公司、太松企業

農業部茶及飲料作物改良場研發咖啡與茶廢棄物粉末化新技術，已成功技轉給磐采股份有限公司製作3D列印植纖線材，以及太松企業製作環保茶末足弓拖鞋，實現循環經濟應用。

Facts:
- Taiwan generates 300,000 metric tons of tea waste and 200,000 metric tons of coffee waste annually, totaling more than 500,000 metric tons
- More than 9 tenths are processed in low-value ways, such as composting
- Can replace 5% to 15% of plastics
- License fee of NT$100,000 (before tax)

## Fire at Kaohsiung's Banana Tree Elementary School destroys wooden house used for Indigenous cultural education

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:14:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202611120140.aspx
- anchor: #n3852241
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市政府消防局、高市府警察局旗山分局

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.

Facts:
- 6 vehicles
- 10 people

## Cabinet: Whether women have children should not be used as a measure of their contributions

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:12:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120139.aspx
- anchor: #n3852242
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、行政院

針對歌手羅大佑批評蔡英文、蕭美琴等人因未婚育而不為下一代著想，行政院發言人李慧芝回應指出，民主社會應尊重個人選擇，女性是否生育不應作為批判其關心國家或公共貢獻的標準。

Facts:
- 台北12日電
- 1151112

## Stan Shih discusses a new mission for the AI era, hopes to instill the spirit of Wang Dao to create long-term well-being

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:09:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120138.aspx
- anchor: #n3852243
- Companies mentioned: 宏碁集團、智榮基金會、中央社

宏碁集團創辦人施振榮將擔任2026 APEC領袖代表，透過智榮基金會發布新聞稿，呼籲AI應植入「王道心」以創造長遠福祉，並自定位為「AI智慧化的園丁」。

Facts:
- 2026 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
- (Edited by Huang Guolun) 1151112

## Taichung Veterans General Hospital: Preoperative immunotherapy combined with chemotherapy raises odds of complete lung tumor removal

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:09:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202611120137.aspx
- anchor: #n3852244
- Companies mentioned: 台中榮總、中央社

台中榮總指出，肺癌術前免疫合併化療相比單純化療，能提升腫瘤完整切除機會、延長無復發存活時間並提高5年存活率。

Facts:
- Nearly 20,000 new cancer patients each year
- Of these, 9 tenths have non-small cell lung cancer
- The recurrence rate 5 years after surgery remains as high as 7 tenths for Stage 3 patients
- The 5-year survival rate is also only about 1/3
- Extended patients' recurrence-free survival by 3 years
- And reduced the risk of death by about 30%
- The 5-year survival rate also rose sharply to 65%

## Chiang Wan-an and Lee Sichuan propose NT$399 Taipei-New Taipei bus pass platform

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:09:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202611120136.aspx
- anchor: #n3852245
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Facebook、Time Out

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.

Facts:
- NT$399
- Within 30 days
- About 300,000 people

## Kuan Chung and Ting Shou-chung propose cross-strait peace initiative, oppose war and confrontation

- Published: 2026-11-12T14:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202611120135.aspx
- anchor: #n3852251

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.

Facts:
- More than 280 people
- 4 proposals