Kudan partners with SoftBank to advance development of a disaster-prevention digital twin
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Kudan株式会社 is advancing development of a disaster-prevention digital twin with SoftBank, using the 3D digital twin platform “Kudan PRISM.” A demonstration exercise was held in Susami, Wakayama Prefecture, on November 11, 2026, testing remote support for emergency building safety assessments and other functions.
Notice regarding the reintroduction of the shareholder benefit program
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株式会社ADワークスグループ resolved to reintroduce its shareholder benefit program as a measure to supplement dividends. It will provide digital gifts to shareholders holding 1,000 or more shares, with a negligible expected impact on results for the fiscal year ending December 2026.
Facts
1,000 or more shares
“6 months or more”
First (record date: end of December 2026)
Second (record date: end of March 2027)
Continuous ownership for 3 months or more
Last day to trade with dividend rights (December 28, 2026)
Consolidated results for the fiscal year ending December 2026
ADワークスグループ announces results for the 3rd quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026
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株式会社ADワークスグループ announced its results for the 3rd quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026. It maintained its full-year forecast, with its domestic single-building resale business driving performance. The company changed its dividend policy to a consolidated payout ratio of around 40%, raised its year-end dividend from 10 yen to 16 yen, and reintroduced its shareholder benefit program.
Facts
Full-year plan progress: 60.7%
Progress against the pretax profit forecast: 72.9%
Cumulative 3Q gross profit was 4.87 billion yen
Up 5.1% year on year
Consolidated payout ratio of around 40%
The year-end dividend forecast will be raised from 10 yen
ピアズ takes consulting expertise built in the telecommunications sector since its founding into the financial sector
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株式会社ピアズ has launched an initiative to commercialize a “financial customer engagement service,” combining consulting expertise in customer service and store operations developed in the telecommunications sector with the group’s online customer service and AI communication technologies.
Facts
Approximately 2,000 stores nationwide
1.5 million customer interactions annually
Improved conversion rates by an average of more than 20%
Cumulative track record of adoption by approximately 3,800 companies
Comfortable GX-oriented homes: New 'Machikado Exhibition Center' by アールギャラリー scheduled to open in Hatta, Kasugai City, in late April 2027!
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株式会社アールプランナー plans to open a life-size model home, the 'Machikado Exhibition Center,' in Hatta, Kasugai City, Aichi Prefecture, in late April 2027. As a GX-oriented home, it will feature solar power generation and insulation performance grade 6 specifications, and visitors can also experience IoT functions.
[Starting today] Christmas campaign underway at all style table and Ethical&SEA stores
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株式会社フラッグ will hold a Christmas campaign from November 12 to December 25, 2026, at all stores of the ethical select shops style table and Ethical&SEA. The theme is 'Share the Story.' Special selections and new products, including subi, Be, and eume, will be on sale.
Netstars' payment terminal gateway for QR code payments on Sumitomo Mitsui Card's 'stera terminal light'
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株式会社ネットスターズ announced that its QR code payment gateway solution, 'StarPay,' has been adopted for Sumitomo Mitsui Card's 'stera terminal light' payment terminal.
Strategy for brain checkups to help prevent dementia presented at the annual scientific meeting of the Japan Neurosurgical Society
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株式会社ユカリア presented a strategy for brain checkups to help prevent dementia based on white matter lesion risk at the annual scientific meeting of the Japan Neurosurgical Society. The strategy draws on analysis of more than 160,000 nationwide records accumulated through 'Smart Brain Dock' in joint research with 横浜市立大学.
Facts
More than 160,000 brain checkup records nationwide
On-the-ground data from 287 facilities nationwide
A total of 354 medical facilities have introduced the service
A cumulative total of 188,000 examinations have been conducted
A key feature is that the process takes about 30 minutes from check-in to departure
GENDA and タカラトミーアーツ to open capsule toy specialty stores in the U.S. — First 'Kiddleton×Gacha' location to open in Florida
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Kiddleton US, a group company of 株式会社GENDA, and タカラトミーアーツ will open 'Kiddleton×Gacha Orlando Florida,' a capsule toy specialty store in Orlando, Florida, in November 2026.
Facts
About 12,000 mini-locations in North America
From November 2025
Installed at about 100 locations
Opening date: November 13, 2026 (Friday)
Sales floor area: about 56.2㎡
About 1,100 stores combined
Operating about 13,000 mini-locations
Companies mentioned：株式会社GENDA、Kiddleton US, LLC、Kiddleton US、タカラトミーアーツ、タカラトミーグループ、H Mart
CRAVIA株式会社 announced that its IP 'San Houseki' and character 'Hoppe-chan' were featured in episode 123 of 'Nijisanji's B-Grade Variety Show (tentative title),' a program on the official にじさんじ YouTube channel.
日本情報クリエイト surpasses 10,000 cumulative paid business clients since its founding※
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日本情報クリエイト announced that the cumulative number of businesses with paid contracts since its founding has surpassed 10,000. The company provides IT solutions in the real estate technology sector and aims to advance its services through the use of AI technology.
'Made with AI?' AI detection tools rank among the top search results in 15 countries and regions — What search trends in 40 countries and regions reveal about AI vulnerabilities and human creativity
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Aun Consulting announced that a survey of Google search trends in 40 countries and regions found that 'ai detector' ranked near the top in 15 countries and regions. It also discussed prompt injection countermeasures and safety initiatives by OpenAI and Google.
Shinka representative Ejiri to speak at group workshop for Oita Prefecture's social entrepreneur support program 'SHIFT'
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高宏江尻, representative of 株式会社シンカ, spoke at a group workshop for Oita Prefecture's social entrepreneur support program 'SHIFT' on November 4, 2026, discussing the importance of PMF and customer needs in building a business.
イオレ expands its HR business into 'AI × comprehensive support,' aiming to become a partner providing one-stop assistance from recruitment through retention
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株式会社イオレ announced plans to expand its HR business into the 'AI × comprehensive support' field and aim to become a partner offering one-stop assistance from recruitment through retention.
First capsule toy specialty store produced by タカラトミーアーツ and GENDA opens in Florida, North America! 'Kiddleton×Gacha'
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タカラトミーアーツ and Kiddleton US, a GENDA group company, will open their first capsule toy specialty store, 'Kiddleton×Gacha,' inside H Mart in Orlando, Florida, on November 13, 2026.
Facts
Launched capsule toy (gacha) business in North America in November 2025
Opening inside 'H Mart' in Orlando, Florida, on November 13, 2026 (Friday)
Entertainment platforms operating at about 14,000 locations in Japan and overseas
The network has reached more than 100 locations throughout North America
(As of September 2026)
The store spans approximately 56㎡
260 (BOX) gacha machines lined up
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More than 200 types of gacha prizes
Sales floor area: approximately 56.2㎡
About 1,100 stores combined
Operates mini-locations... at approximately 13,000 sites
Companies mentioned：株式会社タカラトミーアーツ、GENDA、Kiddleton US, LLC、H Mart、Toys R Us、Tokyo Central、株式会社タカラトミー
【Anker Japan】Begins accepting orders for “Anker Soundcore Work for Notta,” an AI voice recorder optimized for business use, developed in collaboration with Notta
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Anker Japan collaborated with Notta to begin accepting orders for “Anker Soundcore Work for Notta,” an AI voice recorder optimized for business use, on Nov. 12, 2026.
Facts
Starting Thursday, Nov. 12
From Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Weighing just approximately 10 g
Adopted by more than 5,000 companies in Japan
Can extend the service period by 3 months at no charge
【Anker】AI voice recorder “Soundcore Work” adds voice input mode, integrating with “Typeless,” which organizes spoken content into written text
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Anker Japan Co., Ltd. launched a voice input mode integrated with the voice input tool “Typeless” on Nov. 12, 2026, through a firmware update for its AI voice recorder “Soundcore Work.”
【Anker】Begins sales of “Anker Sleep Earbuds 4,” sleep-focused true wireless earbuds that support comfortable sleep, with improved fit and noise reduction
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アンカー・ジャパン株式会社 began selling “Anker Sleep Earbuds 4,” sleep-focused true wireless earbuds with improved fit and noise reduction, in January 2027.
Facts
Sales will begin in January 2027
Lightweight at approximately 3 g per earbud
The contact area with the ear has decreased by approximately 20% compared with the previous model
Reduces low- and mid-frequency noise by up to 5 dB
Up to 9.5 hours of continuous playback on the earbuds alone
【Anker】Begins sales of “Anker Space 2 Pro,” wireless headphones designed to deliver Anker's best-ever noise cancellation and audio experience
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アンカー・ジャパン株式会社 began selling “Anker Space 2 Pro,” wireless headphones designed to deliver Anker's best-ever noise cancellation and audio experience, on Nov. 12, 2026.
Facts
Available starting Thursday, November 12, 2026
8 microphones
Noise-cancellation intensity improved by approximately 1.5 times
35 mm custom high-quality drivers
Lightweight design weighing approximately 265 g
Cushioning approximately 13% thicker than on the previous model
Reduces clamping force by approximately 9%
Up to 30 hours of music playback
Up to 8 hours of playback with approximately 5 minutes of charging
【Anker】Begins sales of “Anker AeroClip 2,” ear-cuff-style wireless earbuds with a more comfortable fit and improved sound quality and call performance
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アンカー・ジャパン株式会社 began selling “Anker AeroClip 2,” ear-cuff-style wireless earbuds, on Nov. 12, 2026. The model improves fit, sound quality and call performance over its predecessor, and features call performance recognized by Guinness World Records™ and LDAC™ support.
Facts
Available starting Thursday, November 12, 2026
Ear-shape data from more than 2,000 people
Approximately 20% slimmer than the previous model
Lightweight design weighing approximately 6.2 g per earbud
KLab AVN gives presentation at UAE Emirate Security Council
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KLab AVN, a subsidiary of KLab株式会社, gave a presentation on Japanese counter-drone defense technology and other topics with トラジェクトリー at a high-level security committee meeting held in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, and was asked to conduct a technology demonstration.
KLab forms business partnership with drone technology company トラジェクトリー
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KLab株式会社 has entered into a strategic business partnership with トラジェクトリー, a drone technology company, aiming to jointly roll out counter-drone systems and AI air traffic control platforms in the UAE and the Middle East.
New Another character Angelica [Tenpu] joins Alice Gear Aegis! New event “Actress Mahjong Player Angelica” also underway!
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株式会社コロプラ announced that it has added the new Another character “アンジェリカ【天賦】” to its smartphone game “アリス・ギア・アイギス” and will hold related events, scouts, and a costume gacha.
Set against the backdrop of Osaka Castle Park in autumn colors. On sale: “Location Photo Weddings” with outfits, beauty services, and photography included
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ホテルニューオータニ大阪 is offering the “Osaka Castle Location Photo Wedding” package for a limited time, including a photoshoot at Osaka Castle Park, outfits, and hair and makeup.
【ルイ·ヴィトン】 New women’s shoes embodying the “Art of Travel (kokoro),” from the snowy mountains to après-ski
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Louis Vuitton has unveiled its new women’s “LV SKI” collection, blending outdoor functionality with the Maison’s signature style. Details and prices are featured for 6 products, including boots and mules suited to both snowy mountains and city streets.
神戸高専・神戸市外大 Joint Research: Building a Real-World Multilingual Learning Support System in Which a Humanoid Robot Speaks to Learners
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神戸市外国語大学 and 神戸市立工業高等専門学校 began joint research in fiscal 2026 and are conducting a demonstration experiment on a real-world multilingual learning support system using the humanoid robot “KOTELA.”
鮑屋グループ, with a history of more than 430 years, changes the name of its subsidiary 株式会社UMITTO’s recruitment service to “～UMITTO～湘南・西湘求人ナビ”
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株式会社UMITTO, part of 鮑屋グループ, which has a history of more than 430 years, has changed the name of its recruitment service to “～UMITTO～湘南・西湘求人ナビ” and revamped its website. Job seeker support is completely free, while corporate recruitment support is offered on a success-fee basis. The company aims to address local labor shortages in collaboration with 横浜銀行, さがみ信用金庫, and 湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ.
[Event Report] 29th Child Issue Seminar (Osaka) held under the theme “Beyond Family, Opening Up Support”! Current state of adolescent support revealed through a survey of 4,000 junior and senior high school students and discussions with distinguished guests
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認定NPO法人3keys held the 29th Child Issue Seminar in Osaka on October 28, where participants discussed the current state of adolescent support and “non-interactive needs” through a survey report on 4,000 junior and senior high school students, a keynote address, and a talk session.
QommonsAI training held in Gobo City, Wakayama Prefecture—“I was able to learn practically while using it hands-on”: Learn the basics of generative AI in the beginner course
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Polimill株式会社 held a beginner-level training session on QommonsAI, a generative AI tool for local governments, for staff in Gobo City, Wakayama Prefecture, on October 16, 2026. Participants experienced its potential for work through hands-on use.
株式会社BLUE RIGHTS announces the release of a pilot film for the original feature-length animated film “オロチ -Seventh Echoes-”
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株式会社BLUE RIGHTS announced that it will release a pilot film for the original feature-length animated film “オロチ -Seventh Echoes-,” directed by Takashi Nakamura, on November 13, 2026. It is also seeking co-creation and co-production partners to invest in the film and develop related projects in manga, music, and other fields.
【JAF香川】96.9% of survey respondents say taxes on cars are a burden! Street campaign to call for the abolition or review of the provisional tax rate
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JAF香川支部 will hold a street campaign calling for a revision of the automobile tax system in front of JR Takamatsu Station on November 19. In a survey, 96.9% of respondents said taxes on cars were a burden.
Reservations now open for the “Quick Deli Style” winter-only hors d’oeuvres set
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株式会社あどばる is offering a winter 2026 hors d’oeuvres set through “Quick Deli Style,” its catering service for businesses and organizations. The featured “Gourmet Hors d’oeuvres Set” serves 10 people for ¥38,016 (tax included) and is available by advance reservation. The final delivery date of the year is December 30.
Facts
¥38,016 (tax included)
Set for 10 people
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Until Thursday, Dec. 31
Deliveries available through December 30 (Wednesday) this year
【ブルガリ】 Bulgari unveils its 2026 holiday campaign video, “Joy Is in Our Hands”
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ブルガリ, the Rome-based high jeweler, has released the campaign video for its 2026 holiday campaign, “Joy Is in Our Hands,” across various social media platforms.
Generative AI also used in shogi AI development: 7th World Shogi AI Denryu-sen Main Tournament for the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Cup to be held on November 14-15, 2026
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特定非営利活動法人AI電竜戦プロジェクト will hold the “Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Cup 7th World Shogi AI Denryu-sen Main Tournament” online on November 14-15, 2026. Participants will compete using a range of technologies, including generative AI and NPUs, and the event will be streamed live for free on YouTube.
Participation in Santa Parade Tokyo and Osaka 2026
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株式会社アインファーマシーズ, a group company of 株式会社アインホールディングス, will participate in Santa Parade Tokyo and Osaka, to be held in 2026, and offer consultations with pharmacists and registered dietitians. The funds raised will go toward purchasing Christmas presents for children fighting illnesses.
FPT joins Unity's Service Partner Program, strengthening its capabilities in delivering HMI and digital experiences for industry
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Global technology company FPT is joining Unity's Service Partner Program and will strengthen its collaboration to enhance its HMI capabilities in the automotive sector and create customer opportunities in cockpit-related fields.
水ing株式会社 has been certified for the 2nd consecutive year as a “Water Cycle ACTIVE Company” under the “Water Cycle Corporate Registration and Certification System,” led by the Cabinet Secretariat's Water Cycle Policy Headquarters Secretariat. The certified areas are “Disaster Preparedness and Cooperation” and “Securing Research and Development Funding Related to the Water Cycle.”
[Enjoy Toyama’s delicious food in Ikebukuro, Tokyo!] 3 carefully selected businesses from Toyama Prefecture will exhibit at “Nippon National Products Fair 2026”! Toyama favorites, including the local specialty masu sushi, will be available starting Friday, November 20.
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富山県商工会連合会 will send 3 carefully selected businesses from Toyama Prefecture as featured exhibitors at “Nippon National Products Fair 2026,” to be held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City from November 20, 2026, showcasing Toyama's food culture, including masu sushi and Toyama Black ramen.
Yamato-ya Morikuchi-zuke Sohonke, a long-established business founded in 1871, launches “Smoked Morikuchi-zuke,” a new-style snack! Exhibits at “Tsunagu Fermentation & Mito Komon Walk in Hekinan” and runs an SNS giveaway campaign themed “Give to Someone Special”
Wiz advances efforts to build a foundation for ISMAP registration, targeting Japan's public sector
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Wiz Cloud Japan is working to build a foundation for ISMAP registration, which is required for cloud service procurement by Japan's public sector. It aims to begin an external audit in early 2027 and submit its registration application by early 2028.
Selected for the “Sendai BOSAI-TECH Future Awards,” launching a demonstration project to help prevent bears from entering urban areas from forests and rivers
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株式会社コア has been selected as a demonstration project operator to help prevent bears from entering urban areas from forests and rivers under the “Sendai BOSAI-TECH Future Awards,” conducted by 仙台市, and has begun its demonstration experiment.
HOTSOX “古今東西” Exhibition: Exhibition designs to go on sale early at 六本木 and 代官山蔦屋書店!
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レンフロ・ジャパン announced that some of the exhibition designs associated with the HOTSOX <古今東西> exhibition, opening November 3, will be available for advance sale at 蔦屋書店 in 六本木 and 代官山.
Facts
Starting Tuesday, November 3 (national holiday)
The period through Saturday, November 14
Starting Saturday, November 7, 2026
Starting Friday, November 20
Monday, Nov. 30
Established in New York, United States, in 1971
Has developed an artist series featuring famous paintings since 2013
Enjoyed immense popularity at more than 2,000 stores across the United States
RENFRO CORPORATION is one of the largest sock manufacturers and retailers in the United States, founded in 1921.
A dedicated AI for every sales interaction. immedio launches “Cuei AI,” an AI personal sales assistant that remembers past customer interactions and recommends the next move
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株式会社immedio launched “Cuei AI,” an AI personal sales assistant that remembers past customer interactions and provides sales support, on November 12, 2026. The product was announced at the conference “AI Growth Camp 2026,” held the same day, and integrates with tools such as Salesforce and HubSpot.
Book lovers nationwide pick the “must-read books they want people to read now” for the “Reading Meter Awards 2027”: 20 nominated titles revealed and public voting opens on 11/11
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株式会社ドワンゴ held public voting for the “Reading Meter Awards 2027” on its review site “Reading Meter” from November 11 to December 8, 2026, and revealed 20 nominated titles.
“A gentleman’s first-class choice” GENDY（ジェンディー） Aoyama store began taking reservations for year-end and New Year gifts on November 10.
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GENDY（ジェンディー） Aoyama store began accepting reservations for year-end and New Year gifts on November 10. It offers limited-edition gift wrapping and wood-box engraving services, with reservations accepted in-store only.
What if you suddenly need business funds? Survey on financing attitudes among 200 business owners, executives and self-employed people (conducted by アップス)
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株式会社アップス surveyed 200 business owners, executives and self-employed people aged 30 to 69 about their attitudes toward sudden business funding needs. The most anticipated situation requiring funds was “emergency response to accidents, disasters or trouble” (19.0%), while the most common acceptable funding period was “15 days to within 1 month” (17.0%). The top priorities when choosing a financing method were “being able to secure the necessary amount” (14.5%), “low interest and fees” (13.5%) and “how quickly funds can be obtained” (13.0%), in that order.
The share of job skills available through government-funded courses differs 4 times by industry: medical care, 81.7%; construction, 62.3%; manufacturing, 21.1%; retail, 18.8%.
Expanding business partnerships with sales outsourcing and sales support companies. Launching the “Sales Results and Business Growth Support Package,” moving from sales support to company-wide growth support
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株式会社ルミッション is expanding its business partnerships with sales outsourcing and sales support companies and will launch the “Sales Results and Business Growth Support Package” on November 12, 2026. To address management challenges that are difficult to resolve through sales activities alone, the initiative introduces a partner program that refers existing clients to the “President’s Alter Ego” management consulting service. It aims to create new revenue opportunities through referral fees while supporting the growth of client companies.
『バイオハザード レクイエム』 wins “Ultimate Game of the Year,” honoring the year’s top game, at the Golden Joystick Awards 2026!
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株式会社カプコン announced that 『バイオハザード レクイエム』 won “Ultimate Game of the Year” and “Console Game of the Year,” while the company received “Studio of the Year” at the Golden Joystick Awards 2026, held in the UK. 『鬼武者 Way of the Sword』 also won “Best Audio Design,” and a live-action short film won “Best Game Trailer.”
Facts
Has achieved worldwide sales of 8.5 million units※1
Including worldwide sales of 1.7 million units※1
The series boasts cumulative sales of 218 million units※1
The series has sold 11 million units※1 cumulatively
マルエツ and カスミ to hold “Close by, delicious Saitama produce” fair, showcasing the appeal of Saitama-grown vegetables at tasting events
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ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社 is partnering with Saitama Prefecture to hold a “Close by, delicious Saitama produce” fair at select ㈱マルエツ and ㈱カスミ stores starting in mid-November. The fair will showcase the appeal of locally grown agricultural products through vegetable tastings, sales and campaigns.
【Even in a small room, you don’t have to give up a dressing table】LOWYA unveils a new dressing table that combines a full-length mirror, cosmetics storage and clothes hanger in 1 unit!
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LOWYA, the furniture brand of 株式会社ベガコーポレーション, has launched a new space-saving dressing table that combines a full-length mirror, cosmetics storage and a clothes rack in 1 unit. It has also published a feature article on its 2-in-1 dressing table series.
The 10th cohort (4 members in total) of the “ASEAN Human Resource Development Scholarship Partners Support Program (AHEAD50)” will visit Japan to study policy and program evaluation and monitoring.
Leading the French culinary world from Kyoto: Michiaki Ito, executive managing director of 株式会社円居, which was founded 65 years ago, receives the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare’s “Contemporary Master Craftsman” award
Stripe Insights: 4 trends in the intense competition facing SaaS platforms in the age of AI
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According to a survey by Stripe, competition in the SaaS market is intensifying in the age of AI, with companies seeking to retain customers and secure revenue by adopting AI, revising pricing structures and offering embedded financial services.
Facts
Increased by more than 180% year over year
57% of respondent companies
81% used AI in research and development over the past 12 months
16% in 2026
... expected to fall to 11% in 2027
60% as a customer retention strategy over the next 24 months
200 executives and managers
81% used AI to accelerate research and development over the past 12 months
58% are rebuilding workflows with AI agents
Inquiries increased by 23%
Customer interactions also increased by 34%
79% of companies added AI features to existing products over the past 12 months
45% said investment in AI had reduced operating costs
44% of companies plan to change multiple pricing models within the next 12 months
... will fall to 11% in 2027
remained at just 7%
14% for industry-specific SaaS
was just 3%
That share has risen to 34%
60% of general-purpose providers expect these to become a major source of revenue
The figure remains at 22% for industry-specific providers
Expanded to about 2 times the level of the same period last year
エーゲ輸出機構 and 大妻女子大学 hold special class, “The World’s Three Major Cuisines: Discovering Turkish Food Culture”
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エーゲ輸出機構 and 大妻女子大学 jointly held a special class introducing Turkish food culture, along with a tasting session for the media. The Turkish Embassy in Japan also cooperated, and the program included a lecture by a chef and a cooking workshop.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
Increased about 11% year on year
Participating in FOODEX JAPAN for more than 30 years
The 3rd installment of “THE DISH” was co-developed with invitation-only kappo restaurant 松蔭鶴水. GREEN SPOON launches its first hot pot that is finished over heat
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株式会社Greenspoon will launch 2 types of hot pot, co-developed with invitation-only kappo restaurant 松蔭鶴水, on November 18, 2026.
Surventis announces its latest automotive color trend forecast, “NEXISTENTIAL”
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Surventis has announced its automotive color trend forecast collection, “NEXISTENTIAL.” It proposes key colors for 3 regions—Asia Pacific, the Americas, and EMEA—highlighting new directions in a changing world.
三井物産 and QSimulate enhance QIDO’s capabilities for pharmaceutical research through collaboration with 中外製薬 and join a selected JHPC-quantum project
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三井物産, QSimulate, and 中外製薬 will collaborate on developing pharmaceutical research capabilities for QIDO, a quantum-classical hybrid computational chemistry platform, and participate in the JHPC-quantum test user program.
Sumu to develop new location “Sumu Ueno Park (tentative name)” near Ueno Park; opening in 2028, funded by its 5th fund, which includes 4 regional banks
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Sumu株式会社 is advancing development of the apartment hotel “Sumu Ueno Park (tentative name)” in Ueno, Taito Ward, Tokyo, through its 5th fund, which includes 4 regional banks, with an opening targeted for November 2028.
Announcement of new office opening in front of Takatsuki Station
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株式会社大和コンピューター has opened a new office in front of Hankyu Takatsuki-shi Station as part of efforts to strengthen its foundations for sustainable growth.
“Kanagawa Potogarahi: Asada Photography Studio on Tour | Hakone Edition” to be held at 彫刻の森美術館
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公益財団法人彫刻の森芸術文化財団 will present the exhibition “Kanagawa Potogarahi: Asada Photography Studio on Tour | Hakone Edition,” by photographer Masashi Asada, from January 16 to March 22, 2027.
Facts
Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027
March 22 (Monday, holiday)
9:00～17:00
General admission: 2,000 yen
University and high school students: ¥1,600
Junior high and elementary school students: ¥800
Paid parking for 300 vehicles
¥500 for up to 3 hours
Opened in 1969
About 120 masterpieces are on permanent display
310 works from the collection are being unveiled in stages
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人彫刻の森芸術文化財団、神奈川県立県民ホール、公益財団法人神奈川芸術文化財団、赤々舎、青幻舎、東宝系、PARCO MUSEUM TOKYO、水戸芸術館、KAAT神奈川芸術劇場、芦之湖漁業協同組合、一般財団法人箱根町観光協会、金太郎茶屋、群舞 箱根ソーラン座、娯楽センター七福、彫刻の森美術館、箱根甘酒茶屋、箱根大平台温泉組合 姫之湯、箱根観光ガイド協会、ハコネマウンテンリッパー、箱根湯本観光協会、箱根湯本芸能組合、浜松屋、よこやまボート
The SUPPOT delivery robot gets an upgrade! New-feature model to be showcased at exhibitions in November and December
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株式会社ソミックトランスフォーメーション released “2026Mid,” a new-feature model of its SUPPOT work-support robot, in September 2026 and will showcase it at exhibitions in November and December.
Malaysian prime minister praises V3D Group’s 3D concrete printing as “an important initiative to develop the country’s own technological capabilities”
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised the signing of an MOU between V3D Group’s Nuvah and CIDB IBS at ICW & BuildXpo Malaysia 2026, emphasizing the importance not only of adopting 3D concrete printing technology but also of developing the country’s own technological capabilities.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
From November 10 to 12
Companies mentioned：V3D Asia Inc.、V3D、Nuvah Sdn. Bhd.、Nuvah、CIDB IBS Sdn Bhd、CIDB Malaysia、V3D Asia株式会社
3-minute walk from the east exit of Omiya Station! Esports facility “esports land OMIYA” to grand-open on November 20
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株式会社PCCS will grand-open the esports facility “esports land OMIYA” in Omiya Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, on November 20, 2026. The approximately 54㎡ facility will have 12 gaming PC seats and offer gameplay, device experiences, small tournaments, private bookings, and more.
In the age of “app fatigue,” an option to “switch off your smartphone and meet in person.” Immersive Lab × 8HOTEL now accepting reservations for LOVE ENCOUNT, a 2-day, 1-night dating event featuring a stay and visits around Shonan’s seaside town
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株式会社イマーシブ・ラボ and 湘南レーベル株式会社 are jointly holding LOVE ENCOUNT, a 2-day, 1-night dating event featuring a stay and visits around Shonan’s seaside town. The event encourages natural connections without smartphone use, and reservations are now open for dates from December 2026.
“Eat, enjoy and support Noto.” “Noto Robata on Tour,” featuring a generous taste of Noto’s seafood, to be held in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture!
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株式会社ハイリスク announced that it will hold “Noto Robata on Tour” in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture, to support recovery from the Noto Peninsula earthquake and heavy rain disasters. The event will run from Nov. 28 to Dec. 27, 2026, with a portion of sales donated to disaster-hit areas of Ishikawa Prefecture.
Live-streaming app “mikke LIVE” adds support for Apple’s first foldable iPhone, “iPhone Duo”
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Live-streaming app “mikke LIVE” has added support for Apple’s first foldable iPhone, “iPhone Duo,” and optimized video display for both landscape and portrait orientations.
Facts
9:16
Companies mentioned：Apple、株式会社 KUBARU JAPAN、mikke LIVE
【A winter moment to enjoy with bread from ブランジェ浅野屋】New stollen featuring Kyoho grapes from Shinshu debuts; “ブランジェ浅野屋 Winter Fair 2026” to be held
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株式会社浅野屋 will hold “ブランジェ浅野屋 Winter Fair 2026” starting Nov. 15, 2026, and release 3 types of stollen, including a new variety made with Kyoho grapes from Shinshu, as well as winter-only breads.
ADDReC to produce new “Sumu Ueno Park (tentative)” location through Sumu Fund No. 5, joined by 4 regional banks and others
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ADDReC株式会社 announced that it will handle branding and spatial production for “Sumu Ueno Park (tentative),” a new location scheduled to open in Ueno, as part of the apartment hotel fund “Sumu Fund No. 5,” which is joined by 4 regional banks and others.
Facts
Aiming to open in November 2028
13-story steel-frame building
Total floor area: 1,870.99㎡
34 rooms
Scheduled completion: August 2028
Companies mentioned：ADDReC株式会社、株式会社 中国銀行、株式会社 第四北越銀行、株式会社 東邦銀行、株式会社 伊予銀行、プルーガ・キャピタル株式会社、旭化成ホームズ株式会社、大成有楽不動産株式会社、昭和リース株式会社、三幸アセットマネジメント株式会社、Sumu株式会社、カソク株式会社、カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、SBI新生銀行、JA三井リース建物株式会社、Airbnb Japan、Airbnb Inc.
八尾市 will hold “Kofun Cultural Exchange Day 2026” at Kōrigawa Nishizuka Kofun on Nov. 29, featuring activities including an ancient mirror-making experience, stage events and a kariuchi tournament.
【Limited-time sale for up to 11 days】Get 10% off clothing when you buy 2 or more items! カインドオル’s “Matomete Kainahare” starts Nov. 13
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株式会社カインドオル will hold “Matomete Kainahare” at participating stores for 11 days, from Nov. 13 to Nov. 23, 2026. The limited-time sale offers 10% off clothing when customers buy 2 or more items and promotes the purchase and sale of branded secondhand clothing.
medimo and スズケン launch “medimo AI Chat,” a generative AI chat service for doctors that enables fast searches and checks of reliable medical information
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株式会社medimo and スズケン launched “medimo AI Chat,” a generative AI chat service for doctors, on Nov. 12. The service enables users to search for and check medical information while displaying reliable sources; it is generally free to use, with a limit of 30 uses per week.
株式会社TriOrb to exhibit at “Smart Factory EXPO” within “Factory Innovation Week 2026 [Nagoya],” an exhibition focused on solving manufacturing industry challenges
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株式会社TriOrb will exhibit at “Smart Factory EXPO,” taking place at Aichi Sky Expo from Nov. 25 to 27, 2026, and showcase 3 solutions using “TriOrb BASE” with live demonstrations.
博報堂テクノロジーズ and 博報堂デザイン jointly develop “brandlogue,” an AI branding solution
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博報堂テクノロジーズ and 博報堂デザイン jointly developed “brandlogue,” an AI branding solution. The service will launch in October 2026 and help client companies consider their brand direction through dialogue informed by future scenarios generated by AI.
Surprisingly low prices to take on the era of rising prices! Dream market’s “BLACK FRIDAY企画” puts surplus inventory to use, with limited deals tied to “black,” including prices of ¥169, ¥196 and ¥496!
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“Dream market,” an outlet store operated by 株式会社Trust, will run a special Black Friday promotion from Nov. 20 to 30, 2026, selling limited-price items made available through surplus inventory.
【Ehime · food waste reduction】Trial experience of “ぞぶる,” a craft cola born in Ōzu, launches at an Art Real Estate private rental lodging!
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株式会社アート不動産, a company operating whole-house private rental lodgings in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, has launched a trial experience service for “Ōzu Craft Cola ぞぶる,” an upcycled product originating in Ōzu City, at the participating accommodation facility スミタスSTAY道後公園.
【CÉ LA VI TOKYO】A rich aroma or a fiery kick—HOT POT to warm up winter arrives Nov. 18 (Wednesday)!
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BAO by CÉ LA VI on the 17th floor of CÉ LA VI TOKYO, operated by 株式会社ICONIC LOCATIONS JAPAN, will begin serving 3 winter-only “HOT POT” varieties—TRUFFLE, MALA and DOUBLE SOUP—on Nov. 18, 2026.
Facts
Starting November 18, 2026 (Wed.)
8,000 yen per person
¥6,000 per person
¥9,000 per person
7,000 yen per person
2 hours of free-flow drinks
3 appetizers
4 types of vegetables
5 types of mushrooms
Companies mentioned：株式会社ICONIC LOCATIONS JAPAN、CÉ LA VI TOKYO、BAO by CÉ LA VI、CÉ LA VI RESTAURANT & SKY BAR、CÉ LA VI CLUB LOUNGE、CÉ LA VI LONDON
Courses launched for the national “First-Class Unmanned Aircraft Pilot” qualification
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株式会社NTT e-Drone Technology will launch its “National License Training Course (First-Class)” on Nov. 12, 2026, supporting people with a second-class unmanned aircraft pilot skills certificate in obtaining the first-class qualification.
Facts
Launching on Nov. 12, 2026
More than 3,900 people have taken various courses at our company and partner training facilities
【Effective Dec. 1】Can your hospital protect staff who speak up? Criminal penalties for retaliation against whistleblowers. Can medical institutions meet the requirements of the amended Whistleblower Protection Act in time? Japan Association of Male Nurses to hold free study session on Nov. 25
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一般社団法人日本男性看護師會 will partner with reLays株式会社 to hold a free online study session on Nov. 25 to help organizations prepare for the amended Whistleblower Protection Act, which takes effect on Dec. 1.
Leave winter in Japan behind for Fiji, where it's summer all year round. Together, be yourself and stay active with Winter Escape
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フィジー政府観光局 is promoting Winter Escape, inviting travelers to visit Fiji, where it's summer all year round, during Japan's winter. It reports that the number of Japanese visitors from January to August 2026 reached 6,869, up 16% from the same period a year earlier.
Facts
Cumulative total of 6,869 visitors from January to August 2026
Up 16% from the same period a year earlier
Daytime temperatures are around 30°C
Sea temperatures are also 27–29°C
The time difference is 3 hours
You can stay for up to 4 months without a visa
Companies mentioned：フィジー政府観光局、フィジー統計局、リクリク・ラグーン・リゾート、マタマノア・アイランド・リゾート、ヤサワ・アイランド・リゾート＆スパ、ナマレ・リゾート＆スパ、Royal Davui Island Resort, Fiji、Turtle Island Resort、Lomani Island Resort、Tropica Island Resort、Tokoriki Island Resort、Navutu Stars Fiji、Matangi Island Resort、シャングリ・ラ ヤヌカアイランド フィジー、ヒルトン・フィジー・ビーチリゾート＆スパ、Six Senses Fiji、VOMO Island Fiji、Wakaya Island Resort & Spa、キャプテン・クック・クルーズ・フィジー、アイランド・ホッパーズ、クラウド9、マラマラ・ビーチ・クラブ、フィジー・エアウェイズ、ワンワールド・アライアンス
Opens Sotetsu Seya Station Front Machinaka Shokudo【相鉄ホールディングス】
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相鉄ホールディングス will open Machinaka Shokudo, a restaurant centered on seniors, inside the Smile Street Seya commercial complex in Seya Ward, Yokohama, in March 2027. In partnership with ㈱KoKoRo-iki and ㈱ジーバー, it aims to revitalize the community and provide opportunities for seniors to play an active role.
Establishes AI credit-screening technology that accurately predicts default risk from diverse customer and contract data
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NTT and NTT・TCリース have established AI credit-screening technology that accounts for variations in financial data and differences in contract terms. A joint trial confirmed that the accuracy of default predictions improved by up to about 30% compared with existing models.
青山デカーボ releases the limited-edition Maruyama Okyo: A Profusion of Puppies tin for the Edo-Tokyo Museum reopening commemorative special exhibition, Maruyama Okyo: Beyond Realism—A Revolution in Space. The master of realism's delightful puppies adorn a tin of sweets.
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青山デカーボ, from 株式会社ビーディ・ラボ, will release the Maruyama Okyo: A Profusion of Puppies tin exclusively for the Edo-Tokyo Museum reopening commemorative special exhibition, Maruyama Okyo: Beyond Realism—A Revolution in Space. Priced at 2,640 yen, it contains gluten-free chocolates and decorative charms.
The Osaka-exclusive OSAKA EBIMON has surpassed 200,000 bags!
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Cumulative sales of OSAKA EBIMON, an exclusive shrimp chip product launched in 2025 by 株式会社坂角総本舖 at 阪神百貨店梅田本店, surpassed 200,000 bags as of Oct. 20, 2026.
Facts
Cumulative sales surpassed 200,000 bags
227,954 bags
6 per pack / 842 yen, including tax
10 per pack / 1,404 yen, including tax
Set of 2 boxes, each containing 10 / 2,916 yen, including tax
Launch of the real estate asset management business
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Original株式会社Blue One Capitalは、2026年11月11日付で不動産アセットマネジメント事業開始に必要な許認可の取得が完了したと発表した。同社は株式会社新昭和、株式会社ホテル三日月、株式会社京葉銀行の3社が出資し、千葉県内初の事業会社と金融機関による共同出資の不動産アセットマネジメント会社である。
Facts
November 11, 2026
3 companies
Companies mentioned：株式会社Blue One Capital、株式会社新昭和、株式会社ホテル三日月、株式会社京葉銀行
Expansion planned for spring 2027: latest news on LEGO® NINJAGO World revealed in the first expansion construction time-lapse and president interview video
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Legoland Japan announced that it will expand LEGO® NINJAGO World in spring 2027 and add 2 new large-scale attractions, among the largest of their kind in the world.
【Joint research】Satis製薬 and シンクランド confirm in joint research that hollow microneedles deliver water-soluble polymers to the stratum corneum
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株式会社サティス製薬 and シンクランド conducted joint research using hollow microneedles and demonstrated that water-soluble polymers reach deep into the stratum corneum. They also confirmed skin benefits, including improved blood flow and wrinkle reduction.
Original goods from the TV anime Yu Yu Hakusho arrive at DMMオンクレ on Nov. 19 (Thursday)!
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合同会社DMM.com will offer original goods from the TV anime Yu Yu Hakusho for a limited time starting Nov. 19, 2026, through its online crane game service DMMオンクレ.