After infidelity came to light, 57% of men said they “forgave” their partner, while 57% of women said they “did not forgive” them. After the revelation, 72% of relationships “ended after all” [survey of 340 men and women]
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According to a survey by ワクワクメール, after infidelity came to light, 57% of men forgave their partner, while 57% of women did not. The relationship continued for 28%, while 72% broke up.
Facts
72% “ended up breaking up”
48% have “experienced” being cheated on by a partner
Originalオズマピーアール、『2026 66th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS』において、花王株式会社ビオレu「わたし、あけみです。」がPR部門「ACCブロンズ」を受賞！
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株式会社オズマピーアール announced that 花王株式会社’s Bioré u “I’m Akemi.” campaign won the “ACC Bronze” in the PR category at the 2026 66th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS.
[Disney Princess] Bell and Rapunzel sphere puzzles reveal hidden silhouettes when lit! LUMIOVE to launch the “Luminous Reveal” series in late November!
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株式会社やのまん will release “Belle” and “Rapunzel” from Disney Princess as part of the new “Luminous Reveal” series of 3D sphere puzzles under “LumioVE” in late November 2026.
[¥1,000 for every visitor] Ip ros AI-Industrial World 2026, an AI/DX exhibition for manufacturing and construction, is running a pre-event campaign offering Amazon gift cards to attendees
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株式会社イプロス is running a campaign offering all visitors to “Ip ros AI-Industrial World 2026,” an AI/DX exhibition for manufacturing and construction to be held at Tokyo International Forum from Dec. 9 to 10, 2026, an Amazon gift card worth ¥1,000.
Who should get a “vascular checkup”? Prevent winter heart and cerebrovascular diseases! Early detection and prevention of problems with a “vascular checkup” — “健康カプセル！ゲンキの時間,” Nov. 15 (Sun)
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The Nov. 15, 2026 broadcast of “健康カプセル！ゲンキの時間” will feature the importance of “vascular checkups” for preventing winter heart and cerebrovascular diseases, who should get one, specific test items, and ways to keep blood vessels flexible.
[ヒルトン東京お台場] Enjoy an exclusive view of Tokyo from a 120㎡ suite with a vast private terrace, offering a luxurious stay across approximately 300㎡. Reservations open for renovated rooms, including suites
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As part of a major renovation of the entire hotel, ヒルトン東京お台場 has begun accepting reservations for the Superior Deluxe Terrace Bath Suite (120㎡), overlooking Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower, and the Executive Rainbow Bridge View Room (40㎡).
Facts
Room area: 120㎡
Total area: approximately 300㎡
40㎡
27 hotels in Japan
9,051 rooms in total
The group’s hotels have a total of 4,074 employees
『SONIC PICO PARK』 launches today, Nov. 12 (Thu)! “Super Sonic” also revealed as an additional character
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PICO PARK株式会社 released the cooperative action puzzle game 『SONIC PICO PARK』 on Nov. 12, 2026. The game is a collaboration with Sega’s IP “Sonic the Hedgehog,” and the additional character “Super Sonic” has been revealed. A pop-up shop, “PICO MART,” is also currently open at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza.
Facts
Cumulative sales have surpassed 8.5 million copies
Special program 『Volkswagen TREASURES ～Year-End Special Edition』 hosted by Rosa Kato
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フォルクスワーゲン ジャパン announced that the special program 『Volkswagen TREASURES ～Year-End Special Edition』, hosted by Rosa Kato, will air across 38 JFN stations nationwide for 4 weeks starting Dec. 6, 2026.
Find what you want to create. “Sonifes 2026,” an online event supporting music production, is coming!
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SONICWIRE, operated by Crypton Future Media, will hold “Sonifes 2026,” an online event supporting DTM creators, from Nov. 12 to Dec. 22, 2026. The event will feature 5 initiatives, including interviews with 40 creators, a review campaign, a Black Friday sale, creator stories, and DTM guides.
The 15th-anniversary exhibition celebrating the formation of 超特急, 『超特急 15th Anniversary Museum「超ハチャメチャトレイン」』, will open simultaneously at 5 hmv museum venues nationwide starting Feb. 6, 2027 (Sat)!
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株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント announced that the exhibition 『超特急 15th Anniversary Museum「超ハチャメチャトレイン」』, marking the 15th anniversary of 超特急’s formation, will open simultaneously at 5 hmv museum venues nationwide starting Feb. 6, 2027.
Facts
15th anniversary since formation
Feb. 6, 2027 (Sat)
5 venues nationwide
800 yen (tax included)
3,000 yen (tax included)
2,200 yen (tax included)
18 pieces per pack
Companies mentioned：株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント、hmv museum、HMV仙台 E BeanS、HMV&BOOKS SHIBUYA、HMV 栄、HMV＆BOOKS NAMBA、HMV＆BOOKS HAKATA、ローソンチケット、超特急オフィシャルファンクラブ
AI advice, too, at your usual bank: 三十三銀行 and Light Up jointly support AI adoption by small and midsize businesses in Mie and Aichi
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株式会社ライトアップ and 三十三銀行 are launching a joint initiative to support AI adoption by small and midsize businesses, primarily in Mie and Aichi prefectures. 三十三銀行 will serve as the consultation desk, while 株式会社ライトアップ will provide “AI training” and “AI Bird.”
Facts
Survey of executives at 5,082 companies nationwide
More than 60% of companies have “never used” generative AI
“We lack the know-how” (40%)
“We don’t have personnel familiar with generative AI” (36%)
More than 20 years since its founding in 2002
(大同生命保険, January 2026)
Launch: November 2026
1 e-learning module, approximately 15 minutes long
Developed AI training courses starting in April 2023
GoodWe to hold seminar on Dec. 3 looking ahead to changes in the electricity market
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GoodWe Japan株式会社 will hold a seminar for solar power and energy storage system businesses at the Tekkō Building in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, on Dec. 3, 2026. The event will provide information on responding to changes in the market environment, including JC-STAR compliance and revisions to the value-added tax system, and offer networking opportunities at a reception.
[A record 148 shops are competing!] Your vote will decide Kawasaki’s No.1 gourmet pick! First-round voting for Kawasaki’s major food event “Kawasaki Oshi Meshi” starts Friday, Nov. 13.
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川崎市 will hold the first round of voting for “Kawasaki Oshi Meshi,” an event to choose the grand prix winner among the city’s restaurants, from Nov. 13 to Dec. 27. A record 148 shops have entered, with voting in each category, including the newly established bread category.
Facts
A total of 5,494 enthusiastic votes
Through Sunday, December 27
105 shops in the general category
23 shops in the sweets category
20 shops in the bread category
Now in its 5th year
At least 3 shops in each category
Vote for at least 10 shops in total
1 person will be selected by lottery to serve as a “citizen judge”
Composed of 4 food experts
Oshi Meshi dishes from a total of 6 shops
Announcement of stores advancing past the first round: January 21, Reiwa 9
Final judging and awards ceremony: February 21, Reiwa 9
笠間市 and 一般社団法人笠間スポーツコミッション held “Urban Sports Fest IN Kasama 2026” at Kasama Geijutsu no Mori Park on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. The event brought together skateboarding, BMX and breaking as 3 sports and attracted a total of 1,700 visitors.
Takafumi Hara, director and CBO of Takumi Giken Kogyo, to speak at “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026”
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At “IPROS AI-Industrial World 2026,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum on Dec. 9 and 10, 2026, Takafumi Hara, director and CBO of 匠技研工業株式会社, will speak about streamlining estimating operations and eliminating reliance on individuals through “Takumi Force,” an AI core system for the manufacturing industry.
GALA YUZAWA MOUNTAIN FIELD official website completely revamped
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株式会社ガーラ湯沢 and 株式会社JR東日本ネットステーション have completely revamped the official GALA YUZAWA MOUNTAIN FIELD website. They have reorganized information previously divided between the winter and summer seasons and added a comprehensive top page, while also improving information architecture, the ticket purchase process and accessibility, and strengthening multilingual support (English, Thai, Traditional Chinese and Indonesian).
Hitachi Construction Machinery to hold the “18th 日立建機 Festival” at its Tsuchiura Plant on Nov. 29 (advance registration required)
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日立建機 will hold the “18th 日立建機 Festival” at its Tsuchiura Plant on Nov. 29. The event will include construction machinery displays and ride experiences, a factory tour and a collaborative program with 水戸ホーリーホック. Advance registration is required.
Ai Sogawa, Amy M. Yamamoto and Natsu’s 三-person exhibition “In Passing” at New York’s GOCA by Garde: A world of “transience” expressed through distinct approaches to materials, color and light
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Original株式会社GARDE運営のニューヨーク・アートギャラリーGOCA by Gardeにて、曽川あい、Amy M. Yamamoto、Natsuの3名による三人展「In Passing」が2026年11月12日から開催される。
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Thursday, Dec. 10
515 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011
18:00～20:00
10:00～18:00
12:00～18:00
Founded in 1985
Approximately 200 galleries
Companies mentioned：株式会社GARDE、GARDE、GOCA by Garde、Gallery Makowski、Bridgette Mayer Gallery、Onetwentyeight、ハモンド美術館、Future Fair、女子美術大学
[リズム株式会社 | Shibuya] REISM expands its business into “workspaces.” New “EDIT” series project launches
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リズム株式会社 has launched “EDIT,” a new series under its REISM renovated rental brand, and expanded into the workspace business, primarily for office use. Its first property, “EDIT 001,” is scheduled for completion in November 2026, with viewings to be held.
Facts
Offers 38 renovation series in Tokyo’s 23 wards
“EDIT” will be the 39th series to join the lineup
Exclusive floor area: 25.38㎡
Asking rent: ¥185,900
The spaces we have created have surpassed 1,100 units
The Chara Fuku Lottery “Lipton” launches on Saturday, Nov. 28
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株式会社フクヤ will launch the Chara Fuku Lottery “Lipton” on Nov. 28, 2026. Priced at ¥770 (tax included), this in-store lottery guarantees a prize, with limited-edition items up for grabs.
[Speaking at GENEX – Creative Series #1 on Tue., Nov. 17] Why does AI-generated video feel uncanny? 高橋, director at HOLONIX, discusses the issue from the perspective of corporate commercial production
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輝臣高橋, a video director with HOLONIX, the media studio of 株式会社ニューステクノロジー, will speak at “GENEX – Creative Series #1,” an event hosted by 株式会社大広 on Nov. 17, 2026. He will discuss what feels uncanny about AI-generated video and examples of its use in corporate commercial production.
Facts
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, 16:30–20:00
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, 17:55–18:15
Speaking time | Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, 17:55–18:15 (20 minutes)
[DIANA] Adorn yourself with delicate shimmer and romantic sweetness. A captivating holiday collection arrives to add a festive touch to your winter looks!
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ダイアナ株式会社 has unveiled a winter holiday collection themed around delicate shimmer and romantic sweetness. New items, including shoes featuring celestial motifs and ribbons, as well as bags with charms, will be released under the women’s shoe and bag brands “ダイナ” and “アルテミス by ダイナ.”
“Cheery Chums POP-UP STORE × Munyu Gurumi Patio” to open at Tokyo Station G Wagon starting Friday, Nov. 13
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むにゅぐるみパティオ, operated by 株式会社KThingS, will hold “Cheery Chums POP-UP STORE × Munyu Gurumi Patio,” a collaboration event with サンリオキャラクターズ, at Tokyo Station G Wagon starting Nov. 13.
Mix and match for an even cuter look ♡ Gelée by Decorative Nail introduces a limited-quantity “Triple Nail Color Set” featuring stylish color combinations!
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To mark the 1st anniversary of Gelée by Decorative Nail, 粧美堂株式会社 released “GBD Triple Color Set,” a limited-quantity set of 3 color gels, on Nov. 10, 2026.
Facts
Set of 3 color gels
2 types in total
Save ¥600
1,980 yen (tax included)
On sale starting Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
1st anniversary of launch
Companies mentioned：粧美堂株式会社、Gelée by Decorative Nail、株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン
New “Yururito Go-Jiai Drink”: Enjoy the goodness of natural ingredients and a soothing sense of well-being
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株式会社グローバルプロダクトプランニング will launch 3 powdered “Go-Jiai Drink” varieties made with natural ingredients—ginger, kudzu, and yuzu lemon—along with a gift set on Nov. 13.
徳島市 has designated Nov. 12–25 as the campaign period to end violence against women and will carry out awareness initiatives, including purple lighting at city facilities, a seminar on preventing domestic violence, a panel exhibition, and a themed book display.
Facts
[Capacity] 30 people (first come, first served; advance registration required)
Selected for the “Sympathy! IR Award” at the “IR Excellent Company Awards 2026” hosted by 一般社団法人日本IR協議会
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株式会社アートネイチャー was selected for the “Sympathy! IR Award” at the “IR Excellent Company Awards 2026” hosted by 一般社団法人日本IR協議会. Its internal IR activities leveraging generative AI were recognized.
Love Live! Series 15th Anniversary Apparel Goods: Orders close Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 23:59. Special photos released of Shuka Saito (as You Watanabe) and Hina Sakurai (as Ginko Momose) wearing the apparel goods!
【Maximum discount rate: 45%】The sake lucky bag “Sake Gacha Lucky Bag 2027” returns this year. A record-high 60 new products featuring zodiac and auspicious designs are launching
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KURAND株式会社 will hold “Sake Gacha Lucky Bag 2027” for a limited time at its online liquor store クランド starting November 12, 2026. The lineup includes a maximum discount rate of 45% and a record-high 60 new products, along with a generous prize campaign in which 1 in 10 people will win.
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, which aims to reach the J.League from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, signs a support partner agreement for the 2026 season with 株式会社オオゼキコーポレーション
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COEDO KAWAGOE F.C株式会社 has signed a support partner agreement for the 2026 season with 株式会社オオゼキコーポレーション.
New key visual unveiled for the role-playing game “Estpolis Biography I & II”! New songs by the composer of the series’ music will be included, and an orchestral concert has also been announced!
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株式会社タイトー has unveiled a new key visual for the home video game “Estpolis Biography I & II,” scheduled for release in 2027. New songs by the composer of the series’ music will be included, and an orchestral concert hosted by MUSICエンジン has also been announced.
Facts
Scheduled for release in 2027
After more than 30 years
Saturday, February 13, 2027
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the release of “Estpolis Biography II”
The first collaboration event with “The Apothecary Diaries: The Lost Treasure of the Consort,” titled “Celestial Color Banquet,” will be held at サンシャイン60展望台 てんぼうパーク from December 10, 2026, to January 31, 2027.
Facts
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026
Jan. 31, 2027 (Sun.)
251 meters above sea level
The series has surpassed 57 million copies in cumulative circulation
【Back in stock】Make the N-VAN interior even more comfortable. The highly popular “dashboard tray,” which had sold out, is back in stock. It combines a smartphone stand, holder, card storage, coin case and open space in one unit, and installs in 30 seconds without tools.
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Fun Standard株式会社 has restocked a dashboard tray designed specifically for the N-VAN JJ1/JJ2, from the automotive accessories brand CRAFTWORKS, in November 2026. It can be installed in 30 seconds without tools.
“Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club × Chupa Chups” collaboration goods are here! Don’t miss the newly drawn illustrations and mini characters of the members in colorful outfits!
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Collaboration goods for “Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club” and “Chupa Chups” are now on sale at eeo Store online and eeo POP-UP STORE. The lineup includes buttons and acrylic stands featuring newly drawn illustrations and mini characters, with a bonus gift for purchases of 2,200 yen or more.
Facts
Fri., Dec. 25
Wednesday, January 6, 2027
2,200 yen (tax included)
13 types in total
605 yen (tax included)
7,865 yen (tax included)
¥690 (tax included)
8,970 yen (tax included)
1,980 yen each (tax included)
1,320 yen each (tax included)
990 yen each (tax included)
6,930 yen (tax included)
5,940 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Ａ３、株式会社A3、eeo Store online、eeo POP-UP STORE、P’PARCO、プロジェクトラブライブ！虹ヶ咲学園スクールアイドル同好会、Perfetti Van Melle
New “Noraneko Gundan” products now on sale at 白泉社’s official “kodomoe shop”! New designs are also available for die-cut cushions and acrylic tumblers
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New “Noraneko Gundan” products have been on sale at 白泉社’s official “kodomoe shop” since November 6, 2026. New designs are available for acrylic tumblers, die-cut cushions and more.
This person is divine ◆ A spiritualist revered by 250,000 people whose readings bring miraculous good fortune: content from Kei Nakagawara now available on “Authentic Fortune-Telling | Minori”
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株式会社レンサ and Telesys Network began offering content from spiritualist Kei Nakagawara on the fortune-telling media platform “Authentic Fortune-Telling | Minori” on November 12, 2026.
Facts
250,000 people nationwide have experienced miracles!
【Starring Ikusaburo Yamazaki】Production announcement report for the musical “Finding Neverland,” opening in January 2027!
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A production announcement was held ahead of the musical “Finding Neverland” opening in January 2027, with starring actor Ikusaburo Yamazaki and other cast members in attendance. Performance schedules and ticket information for Tokyo, Miyagi, Osaka, Aichi and Fukuoka were announced.
Facts
Friday, January 8, 27
Saturday, the 30th
SS seats: 18,000 yen
S seats: 16,000 yen
A seats: 11,000 yen
SS seats: 17,000 yen
S seats: 15,000 yen
A seats: 10,000 yen
Y seats (same-day exchange ticket for people aged 20 or younger): 2,000 yen
U-25 (same-day exchange ticket for people aged 25 or younger): 7,500 yen
3 mixed martial arts series from “DEEP” to be broadcast live for free on ABEMA! Catch the action from “DEEP IMPACT,” “DEEP TOKYO IMPACT” and “DEEP JEWELS”
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OriginalABEMAは、総合格闘技団体DEEPの3シリーズ（『DEEP IMPACT』『DEEP TOKYO IMPACT』『DEEP JEWELS』）を株式会社エムアップホールディングスと連携し、2026年11月22日および23日に無料生中継することを決定した。
Raiden Gokoku Kathas and En Gokoku Kathas arrive in “KAMIHIME PROJECT” as season-limited Kamihime! Plus, “Measurement-chan” makes a surprise appearance as a Kamihime
Selected for Sitges, one of the world’s three major fantastic film festivals! “First Light,” a short animation by Hana Kuroki, Naoki Sato and director Shunsuke Furuyama, to be available for free for a limited time on the Filmarks app and elsewhere from 17:00 on Thursday, Nov. 12!
Event report: Approximately 30,000 visitors in total. 51 groups of farmers from 21 prefectures across Japan gathered at “EAT JAPAN! 2026”
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“EAT JAPAN! 2026” was held at Tokyo Portcity Takeshiba, attracting approximately 30,000 visitors in total. 51 groups of farmers from 21 prefectures across Japan set up booths, alongside multilingual support and a kids’ area. The event will also be held in 2027.
Facts
Approximately 30,000 visitors in total
21 prefectures across Japan
51 groups of farmers
Sept. 22, 2026 (Tue., holiday) and 23 (Wed., holiday)
Avoid crowds and cold weather while enjoying Tokyo's winter night scenery in a completely private space: “Illumination Taxi” operates for a limited time this winter
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日本交通株式会社 has begun accepting reservations for “Illumination Taxi,” which tours illumination spots in Tokyo, for a limited period from Nov. 13 to Dec. 25, 2026.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Friday, December 25, 2026
An easy-to-enjoy 2-hour course
Original2時間15,000円／1台
Original3.5時間23,900円～／1台
An additional fee of 3,200 yen (including tax) for every 30 minutes thereafter
A separate vehicle selection fee of 1,000 yen (including tax)
Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture's Sanriku Hisui Awabi wins the runner-up grand prize and gold prize in the seafood category! Susaki, Kochi Prefecture's Otome Tai wins bronze in the seafood category! “Furusato Nozei Gourmet Awards 2026”
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At the awards ceremony for the “Furusato Nozei Gourmet Awards 2026,” “Sanriku Hisui Awabi” from Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture, won the runner-up grand prize and gold prize in the seafood category, while “Otome Tai” from Susaki, Kochi Prefecture, won bronze in the seafood category.
AI Consulting Company Landscape Map 2026 unveiled | In-depth survey of 27 companies across 4 categories. How to choose an AI consulting company and avoid mistakes
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株式会社ネクストスケール has unveiled the “AI Consulting Company Landscape Map 2026,” classifying 27 companies that provide AI support for businesses into 4 categories. Using survey data from IPA and 総務省, it outlines the current state and challenges of AI adoption and introduces the company's hands-on support services for implementation and adoption.
Facts
27 companies
4 categories
58.0%
1,799 companies
42.3%
15.7%
50.1%
45.8%
515 companies
86.4%
27.0%
8 companies
6 companies
5 companies
Annual sales of 300 million to 30 billion yen
10–300 employees
Monthly fees of 300,000 yen, 500,000 yen, and 800,000 yen
[ACTUS] The 11th “Customer Service Koshien” was held on Oct. 2, 2026
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株式会社アクタス held its in-house customer service contest, the “11th Customer Service Koshien,” at the Hirasuka Hall at Square Ebara in Shinagawa, Tokyo, on Oct. 2, 2026. A record 88 people entered, and a total of 18 finalists, 9 each from the furniture and general merchandise divisions, competed in the final. The winner was awarded the right to attend the interior design trade fair “メゾン・エ・オブジェ,” to be held in Paris, France, next year.
[Final day of the Amazon Smile Sale] RebotAi 13-inch large-screen Android tablet on sale for a limited time at 24,999 yen! Special pricing on an Android 16 tablet with Gemini AI and GPS
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Tablet brand RebotAi has begun selling its 13-inch Android tablet on Amazon.co.jp for a limited time at 24,999 yen (including tax). The special price is 11,000 yen off the regular price of 35,999 yen.
Facts
24,999 yen
¥35,999
11,000 yen off
About 31% off
13 inches
128GB
Up to 1TB
4GB
Up to 26GB
Up to 30GB
10,000mAh
Companies mentioned：Shenzhen Yipuda Digital Technology Co., Ltd.、RebotAi、Amazon.co.jp、Google
“Desirable Neighborhood Score” expands coverage to 1,877 areas, more than 4 times the previous number
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FREEDOM X株式会社, which provides DX consulting in the architecture and real estate sectors, has enhanced its decision-support model, “Desirable Neighborhood Score,” and expanded its coverage from 431 areas to 1,877 areas.
An immersive experience like riding a train through the sky: “Night on the Galactic Railroad,” remastered for LED domes. Kenji Miyazawa's fantastical world, accompanied by a beautiful starry sky
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コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社 will bring back its LED dome remastered version of Kenji Miyazawa's “Night on the Galactic Railroad” at Planetaria YOKOHAMA starting Jan. 12, 2027.
Facts
Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2027
Shown at more than 100 venues to date
Audience attendance surpasses 1 million
Spreads across the entire dome in 360°
Duration: about 45 minutes
The main feature runs for about 38 minutes
9 album CDs
2 piano sheet music collections
X followers exceed approximately 900,000
Companies mentioned：コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社、KAGAYA studio
[New release] INNOCN launches 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor “2780S” in Japan | QHD, 240Hz, 0.03ms, HDR400 True Black for ultimate display performance in one device
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INNOCN will launch its 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor, “2780S,” in the Japanese market in November 2026. It features QHD resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, and HDR400 True Black certification, and is scheduled to go on sale at Amazon.co.jp.
AI image editing software “HitPaw FotorPea” updated to Ver.6.0.0! Enhanced AI upscaling models deliver more natural, detailed image correction
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HitPaw has updated its AI image editing software “HitPaw FotorPea” to Ver.6.0.0, adding a natural image upscaling model and an AI noise removal model. A Black Friday campaign is also offering discounts of up to 40% off.
Developed a ball screw for high-load operation that achieves “5 years without grease replenishment”
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NSK has developed a ball screw for high-load drives in electric injection molding machines, achieving an industry-first 5 years without grease replenishment. This reduces grease use by about 64%, with orders scheduled to begin in January 2027.
A secondhand G-SHOCK specialty store lined with about 1,000 watches, taking in collectors’ memories. Opening in Tokyo’s Akihabara after starting in Sakai, scheduled for spring 2027
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有限会社きたに will open the secondhand G-SHOCK specialty store “G-BRIDGES Akihabara” in Taito Ward, Tokyo, in spring 2027 and is recruiting opening staff.
AbemaTV aired episode #1 of the new program “Saraba’s Legal Auction.” Mari Yaguchi, Minami Takahashi, MINAMO, Shohei Urakawa and others took part in negotiations to auction items, including costumes and a Japan Record Awards trophy.
Facts
Mari Yaguchi, 43
Original18歳当時の“ミニモニ。衣装”
Broadcast from 11 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
8 episodes in total
Prize money of 1,000,000 yen
Starting price: 5,000 yen
Iguchi ultimately won the auction with a bid of 500,000 yen
A survey by 株式会社FUTUREWOODS using the database of its sales-support tool FutureSearch found that Instagram was the most widely used social media platform by companies, at 66.4%, and that usage varied by industry, company size, founding decade and region.
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Independently surveyed 284,281 companies that could be verified
[New Disney Products] Transparent-piece “lampshade puzzles” featuring silhouettes from “Zootopia 2” and “Coco” glow when you blow on them; launching in late November!
Earn points in competitive bidding! Free online “Seminar on Preparing for Eruboshi Certification” to be held on November 19 (Thursday)
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株式会社スリーエーコンサルティング will hold the online seminar “Win Competitive Bids! Seminar on Preparing for Eruboshi Certification” on November 19, 2026. Aimed at companies seeking to earn points in public procurement and strengthen recruitment, the seminar will explain the benefits of certification, its 5 criteria and case studies.
[Geisei Village, Kochi Prefecture] The “45th Casio World Open,” an exciting men’s professional golf tournament, will be held at Kochi Kuroshio Country Club! Local elementary school students will also host the “Mini Kappa Market”
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An overview of the “45th Casio World Open,” to be held in November 2026 at Kochi Kuroshio Country Club in Geisei Village, Kochi Prefecture, and the “Mini Kappa Market” hosted by local elementary school students.
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Total prize money: 180 million yen
Winner’s prize: 36 million yen
Original2026年11月26日（木）から29日（日）まで
28 sixth-grade students from Geisei Elementary School
APA Group’s 13th property in Fukuoka Prefecture: reconstruction project for APA Hotel Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit; groundbreaking ceremony held today
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アパグループ held a groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction project of APA Hotel Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit in Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. The new hotel will increase capacity from the old hotel’s 96 rooms to 187 by leasing adjacent land, and is scheduled to open in November 2028.
Free assessment of public-facing web pages and email settings now available for small and medium-sized businesses
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株式会社セキュアDX launched its free “External Exposure Asset Check” service on November 12, 2026, for small and medium-sized businesses in Japan, assessing public-facing web pages and email settings.
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Starting Nov. 12, 2026
We will provide a report (PDF) within 3 business days
[Kumamoto and Aso] A light that touches the heart, from the land of Aso. コスギリゾート gives special support to the final “Aso Candle Night” — with gratitude for 10 years and hopes for recovery
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コスギリゾート, a group company of 株式会社コスギ不動産ホールディングス, will provide the venue and special sponsorship for “Aso Candle Night 2026,” organized by 阿蘇キャンドルナイト実行委員会. Marking 10 years since the Kumamoto earthquake, this final event will be held under the theme of “prayer,” expressing support for recovery and gratitude.
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Starting Nov. 28 (Sat.), 2026
Held over a total of 6 days
10 years since the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake (Heisei 28)
Advance tickets: 1,500 yen
Tickets at the door: 2,000 yen
Aso-area residents and high school students: 500 yen
Grand Prix winner in the corporate sector (large companies) at the “GenAI HR Awards 2026”
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株式会社SHIFT won the Grand Prix in the corporate sector (large companies) at the “GenAI HR Awards 2026,” organized by 一般社団法人生成AI活用普及協会. The award recognized the company’s “SHIFT REBUILD” transformation, which achieved AI-driven operational efficiency and staff redeployment across an organization of 16,000 people, generating an estimated 1 billion yen in operating profit, among other results.
The Kansai Collegiate American Football League Div. 1 final weekend: undefeated Kwansei Gakuin University faces defending champion Ritsumeikan University! The highly anticipated Kansai championship showdown will be broadcast live on GAORA SPORTS!
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OriginalGAORA SPORTSは11月15日、大阪・万博記念競技場で開催される関西学生アメリカンフットボールリーグDiv.1最終節の「関西学院大学 vs 立命館大学」戦を生中継する。関西学院大学は無敗で優勝決定済みだが、立命館大学が勝利すれば両校優勝となる注目の対決である。
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Sunday, Nov. 15
For the 63rd time, and 8 tournaments in a row
For the 15th time, and for the first time in 2 years
Global advertising platform “zMaticoo（ジーマティクー）,” with annual sales up 48.92%, accelerates business expansion in the Japanese market. Strengthening its DPA-based retargeting DSP, focused on apps and now also supporting the web
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易点天下 Group’s global advertising platform “zMaticoo” is accelerating its business expansion in the Japanese market. Against the backdrop of increased sales at its parent company, it announced plans to strengthen its DPA-based retargeting DSP, expanding from a focus on apps to web support, and to promote collaboration with domestic advertising agencies. Sales in Japan will be handled by CLICK TECH株式会社.
Facts
Up 50.39% year on year
Consolidated sales of approximately US$532 million in fiscal 2025
【日ポリ化工株式会社】Announces “Recovery Room,” a space for bathing and hobbies at home
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日ポリ化工株式会社 has announced the “Recovery Room,” a bathing space designed as a “second living room” that replaces time spent in the living room, rather than in the bathroom. A special exhibition will be held at THE FLOW in Osaka from Nov. 11 through 30.
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Original平日のインターネット利用時間は1日平均181.8分
More than 7割 of people use a smartphone or computer every day before going to bed
36.0% say they find taking a bath “a hassle”
Nearly 4割 of people in their 20s and 30s gave that response
Analysis of data from approximately 5,600 examinees in fiscal 2022
1,100 men and women aged 20–69 nationwide
In 2004, the company brought a medical doctor with a Ph.D. on staff and launched a thermotherapy research laboratory
The high-concentration artificial carbonated spring “Cidre（シードル）,” launched in 2005
日ポリ化工’s groundbreaking “No. 2 model,” which transformed lifestyles in the 1960s
日ポリ化工, a pioneer in unit baths, was founded in 1962
The company’s own factory, covering an area equivalent to 2.5 Tokyo Domes (101,758 square meters; 30,835 tsubo)
From Nov. 11 (Wed.) through 30 (Mon.)
Companies mentioned：日ポリ化工株式会社、総務省情報通信政策研究所、株式会社ドクタートラスト、株式会社クロス・マーケティング、厚生労働省、深尾映像研究室、Heima、矢崎花、Polar Inc.、Nippon Design Center, Inc.、THE FLOW、Osaka Metro
“Weekend Fun for Everyone at Boat Race Miyajima” to be held Nov. 28 (Sat.) and 29 (Sun.)!
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“Weekend Fun for Everyone at Boat Race Miyajima” will be held at Boat Race Miyajima on Nov. 28 and 29, featuring free events including a basketball clinic, wheelchair basketball experience, parkour tag, and mini kendama making.
Materials from “AOmaterial,” a popular asset site among VTubers, added to online video editor “nizima ACTION!! β版”! Still-image mode also added for easier use!
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株式会社Live2D has rolled out a major update to its online video editor “nizima ACTION!! β版,” including the addition of a collaborative editing feature. The update also adds 3,500 assets from the VTuber-focused asset site “AOmaterial,” still-image mode, and 6 templates.
【Shinwa Auction】Featuring a special focus on Showa-era Western-style painter 浮田克躬（うきた・かつみ）, who visited locations across Europe and depicted cities, villages, coastlines, and old castles; approximately 320 works by Japanese and international artists, including paintings, prints, and ceramics, go under the hammer
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Shinwa Auction will offer approximately 320 paintings, prints, ceramics, and other works at auction on Nov. 21, 2026, including works featured in a special focus on Showa-era Western-style painter 浮田克躬.
Facts
Nov. 21, 2026
327 lots in total
Capital: ¥220 million
Capital: 50 million yen
Companies mentioned：Shinwa Wise Holdings株式会社、Shinwa Auction株式会社、日本橋三越本店、講談社、東美鑑定評価機構、小出楢重の会、Comité Auguste Rodin、MUSEE Rodin、E. GODARD Fondr
“Considering roll-call procedures for white-plate operators” — Roll-call options white-plate operators should know about: free online seminar on Dec. 8
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東海電子株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Dec. 8, 2026, for white-plate operators and general businesses, explaining roll-call procedures and key safety checks following the mandatory alcohol-check requirement.
【The first prepared-food shop from yakitori specialist “今井屋”】A specialty shop for fried chicken, rolled omelets, and egg sandwiches prepared with “３ kinds of dashi” to open at 東武百貨店 池袋本店 on Nov. 19
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株式会社ダイヤモンドダイニング’s first prepared-food shop from its yakitori specialist “今井屋,” “江戸の鶏処 今井屋本店,” will open at 東武百貨店池袋本店 on Nov. 19, 2026. It will sell fried chicken and rolled omelets made with 三 types of dashi, and will run a half-price campaign for 2 days to mark the opening.
【HUCOS 50th anniversary project, second installment】Special class “New Year’s Cooking and a Thoughtful Way of Life” with culinary researcher 横山タカ子
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協同建設株式会社 will hold a New Year’s cooking class with culinary researcher 横山タカ子 on Dec. 6, 2026, as the second installment of its 50th anniversary project.
DAKS to hold a POP UP event at 代官山 蔦屋書店 to mark the 50th anniversary of its “House Check”!
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British fashion brand DAKS will hold a limited-time POP UP event at 代官山蔦屋書店 from Nov. 12 to 25, 2026, to mark the 50th anniversary of its iconic “House Check.” The event will include an archive exhibition, sales of limited-edition items, and interactive quizzes.
5 million total SNS video views | COMMONS, one of Japan’s largest communities for making friends, arrives in Nagoya for the first time on Nov. 14 (Sat.), following Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka
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The membership-screened community “COMMONS,” operated by 株式会社ONE LIKE, will expand to Nagoya starting Nov. 14, 2026, following Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. It has a cumulative membership of 4,200 and total attendance of 9,000, while views of its SNS videos have surpassed 5 million.
[Sampling Announcement] Taste the deliciousness of Danish pork! Free sampling of “Delicious Salami You Should Try at Least Once” with 3,000 bags in Yurakucho, Tokyo!
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株式会社なとり will offer free samples of its “Delicious Salami,” made with Danish pork, at Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan in Yurakucho, Tokyo, on November 20, 2026. Samples are scheduled to be distributed to the first 3,000 people.
Focusing on the setting of looking at a smartphone in bed during winter. “SLEEVE,” a new category of down comforter with sleeves, offers more freedom for the time before sleep
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株式会社EMUS is selling “SLEEVE,” a down comforter with sleeves. A survey found that people use their phones before bed and feel cold in their arms, while tests by 消費科学研究所 confirmed a temperature increase when the sleeves were used. Kei Nagashima also explains the importance of the thermal environment.
[New Disney Products] 8 works, including “Toy Story 5” and “Zootopia 2,” become palm-sized illuminated decor! The 2nd HAKOBEYA collection launches in late November!
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株式会社やのまん will release the 2nd HAKOBEYA collection in late November 2026. The palm-sized illuminated interior kits feature 8 Disney and Pixar works.
Building a distinctive preschool through education and communications. ECC幼児教育推進部門 to exhibit at 保育博2026
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株式会社ECC’s early childhood education promotion division will exhibit at 保育博2026, held November 19–20, 2026, with a range of programs including English education and VR experiences, as well as a special seminar on Instagram Reels strategies.
Details have been announced for “UMEDA MEETS HEART 2026.” The event will run for 35 days, from November 21 to December 25. The main event will run for 4 days, with a stamp rally, message displays, illuminations and more.