# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-12 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 18 of 24

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 1867 items from 13 sources; Japan, 472 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Kudan partners with SoftBank to advance development of a disaster-prevention digital twin

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000015483.html
- anchor: #n3852827
- Companies mentioned: Kudan株式会社、ソフトバンク株式会社、XGRIDS社

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 11, 2026
- 4 phases
- Conducted 3 times in total

## Notice regarding change in dividend policy (consolidated payout ratio of around 40%) and revision to year-end dividend forecast (increase)

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000160356.html
- anchor: #n3852826
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ADワークスグループ

株式会社ADワークスグループは、連結配当性向40％程度を基本とする新配当方針への変更と、2026年12月期の期末配当予想を1株当たり16円に増額することを決議した。

Facts:
- Consolidated payout ratio of around 40%
- １株当たり６円増額
- Year-end dividend: 16 yen
- １株当たり10 円
- 年間配当予想を１株当たり26 円
- Forecast payout ratio: 40.6%

## Notice regarding the reintroduction of the shareholder benefit program

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000160356.html
- anchor: #n3852825
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ADワークスグループ、株式会社デジタルプラス、Amazon、Google Play、PayPay、楽天、QUO、d ポイント、au PAY

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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000160356.html
- anchor: #n3852824
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ADワークスグループ、ADワークスグループ、ADWG

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
- to 16 yen

## １台で商品登録から会計まで完結する持ち運び可能な『Redx Mobile』を正式リリース。沖縄「デパートリウボウ」の導入成果を公開

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000046420.html
- anchor: #n3852823
- Companies mentioned: gooddaysホールディングス株式会社、オープンリソース株式会社、株式会社リウボウインダストリー、デパートリウボウ

gooddaysグループのオープンリソース株式会社は、商品登録から会計まで1台で完結するモバイルPOSシステム『Redx Mobile』を正式リリースした。沖縄「デパートリウボウ」での導入成果として、CX向上、EX向上、DX推進（業務効率・精度向上）が実証された。

Facts:
- 51.5% said “there were fewer errors at checkout”
- 37.9% said “closing tasks took less time”

## ピアズ takes consulting expertise built in the telecommunications sector since its founding into the financial sector

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000034339.html
- anchor: #n3852822
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピアズ、ピアズ、NAJIM works

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
- Announced in October 2026

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000073788.html
- anchor: #n3852821
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アールプランナー、アールギャラリー、アールプランナー不動産

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.

Facts:
- Late April 2027
- Insulation performance rating: 6
- UA value of 0.46 or lower
- 35% or higher
- 100％

## [Starting today] Christmas campaign underway at all style table and Ethical&SEA stores

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000060883.html
- anchor: #n3852820
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フラッグ、style table、Ethical&SEA、subi、Be、eume、Earthy Organics

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- Fri., Dec. 25
- 11,275 yen (tax included)
- About 15% off
- 4,180 yen (tax included)
- 8,640 yen (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)

## Netstars' payment terminal gateway for QR code payments on Sumitomo Mitsui Card's 'stera terminal light'

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000019526.html
- anchor: #n3852819
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネットスターズ、三井住友カード株式会社、GMOペイメントゲートウェイ株式会社、ビザ・ワールドワイド・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000022624.html
- anchor: #n3852818
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユカリア、ユカリア、横浜市立大学

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
- Affordable price (24,750 yen including tax)

## ウルテク、無料ウェビナー【ChatGPT・Claude・Geminiに自社資料を読ませると、なぜ「誰にも読まれない教科書」になるのか】11月25日(水)12:00に開催

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000006043.html
- anchor: #n3852817
- Companies mentioned: ログリー株式会社、ウルテク、ChatGPT、Claude、Gemini

ログリー株式会社のBtoBマーケティング支援サービス「ウルテク」が、2026年11月25日に生成AIを活用したホワイトペーパー設計に関する無料ウェビナーを開催する。

Facts:
- Nov. 25, 2026
- 12:00
- Securities code 6579

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000249.000048400.html
- anchor: #n3852816
- 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

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

## 「サン宝石」「ほっぺちゃん」が『にじさんじのB級バラエティ（仮）』に登場

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000037149.html
- anchor: #n3852815
- Companies mentioned: CRAVIA株式会社、にじさんじ

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.

Facts:
- More than 2 million channel subscribers
- Episode 123

## 日本情報クリエイト surpasses 10,000 cumulative paid business clients since its founding※

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000284.000015053.html
- anchor: #n3852814
- Companies mentioned: 日本情報クリエイト株式会社、日本情報クリエイト

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.

Facts:
- 10,000 businesses
- Founded in 1994
- Spanning more than 32 years
- 734,768,200 yen

## '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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000294.000034654.html
- anchor: #n3852813
- Companies mentioned: アウンコンサルティング株式会社、OpenAI、Google

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.

Facts:
- 40 countries and regions worldwide
- 15 countries and regions
- Sept. 14, 2026
- Oct. 27, 2026

## ジソウ、AI活用プラットフォーム「ジソウAI」に画像・スライド生成機能を追加 導入は当初計画の2倍のペースで推移

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000028382.html
- anchor: #n3852812
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラバブルマーケティンググループ、株式会社ジソウ

株式会社ジソウは、AI活用プラットフォーム「ジソウAI」に画像およびスライド生成機能を追加した。導入ペースは当初計画の2倍で推移しており、企業の広報・マーケティング活動の支援を強化する。

Facts:
- 当初計画の2倍
- 86.4％
- 27.0％

## Shinka representative Ejiri to speak at group workshop for Oita Prefecture's social entrepreneur support program 'SHIFT'

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000016795.html
- anchor: #n3852811
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンカ、大分銀行、おおいたスタートアップセンター、公益財団法人大分県産業創造機構、大分ベンチャーキャピタル、ATOMica

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.

Facts:
- 5 social entrepreneurs
- About 6-month hands-on support program
- Capital: 420 million yen
- Employees: 93

## イオレ expands its HR business into 'AI × comprehensive support,' aiming to become a partner providing one-stop assistance from recruitment through retention

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000030850.html
- anchor: #n3852810
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イオレ、イオレ

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.

Facts:
- More than 3,000 companies cumulatively
- About 2.85 million job openings cumulatively
- Capital: 3.23253 billion yen
- Employees: 81

## 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'

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000367.000009185.html
- anchor: #n3852809
- 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

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
- 1枚1ドルのトークン
- 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

## 【Ginza・和光】“和光 Seasonal Almanac Through Art” to be held from Dec. 10 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000025779.html
- anchor: #n3852808
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 和光、和光、セイコーグループ

Ginza・和光 will hold “和光 Seasonal Almanac Through Art” at the Seiko House Hall from Dec. 10 to 27, exhibiting approximately 400 works by 13 artists.

Facts:
- Dec. 10 (Thu.)–27 (Sun.)
- This year's exhibition, now in its 8th year,
- Works by 13 artists on display
- Approximately 400 works will be brought together

## スマホのアプリ利用個数は10年で約2倍に 利用者数上位100アプリは7割超が入れ替わり

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000554.000005362.html
- anchor: #n3852807
- Companies mentioned: フラー株式会社、Google Play

フラー株式会社は、アプリ市場分析サービス「App Ape」のデータに基づき、2016年6月から2026年6月までの国内アプリ市場の変化を分析した「アプリ市場10年レポート」を公開した。1ユーザーあたりの月間アプリ利用個数は約2倍に増加し、「ショッピング・生活」と「金融」カテゴリの割合が拡大した。

Facts:
- 22.6 apps in June 2016
- 49.3 apps in June 2026
- from 10.9%
- rose to 32.2%
- 73 apps were replaced
- MAU 500,000

## 【Anker Japan】Begins accepting orders for “Anker Soundcore Work for Notta,” an AI voice recorder optimized for business use, developed in collaboration with Notta

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000690.000016775.html
- anchor: #n3852806
- Companies mentioned: アンカー・ジャパン株式会社、Anker Japan、Ｎｏｔｔａ株式会社、Notta

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
- At the price of 12 months
- Until March 31, 2027 (Wed.)

## 【Anker】AI voice recorder “Soundcore Work” adds voice input mode, integrating with “Typeless,” which organizes spoken content into written text

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000691.000016775.html
- anchor: #n3852805
- Companies mentioned: アンカー・ジャパン株式会社、Anker Japan、Anker Soundcore、Typeless

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.”

Facts:
- Available starting Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Press the button 3 times
- In February 2026
- Paid-in capital: 160 million yen

## 【Anker】Begins sales of “Anker Sleep Earbuds 4,” sleep-focused true wireless earbuds that support comfortable sleep, with improved fit and noise reduction

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000692.000016775.html
- anchor: #n3852804
- Companies mentioned: アンカー・ジャパン株式会社、Anker Japan、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場

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
- ¥34,990 (tax included)

## 【Anker】Begins sales of “Anker Space 2 Pro,” wireless headphones designed to deliver Anker's best-ever noise cancellation and audio experience

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000016775.html
- anchor: #n3852803
- Companies mentioned: アンカー・ジャパン株式会社、Anker Japan、ソニー株式会社、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場

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
- ¥32,990 (tax included)

## 【Anker】Begins sales of “Anker AeroClip 2,” ear-cuff-style wireless earbuds with a more comfortable fit and improved sound quality and call performance

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000694.000016775.html
- anchor: #n3852802
- Companies mentioned: アンカー・ジャパン株式会社、Anker Japan、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場、ソニー株式会社、ドルビーラボラトリーズ

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
- 12 mm composite diaphragm drivers
- 4 microphones
- 2 bone-conduction sensors
- Approximately 20% smaller than the previous model
- IP57-rated water- and dust-resistant design
- Up to 8 hours (earbuds only)
- Up to 32 hours (with charging case)
- ¥22,990 (tax included)

## “Mobile Suica” added to the “giftee Box®” and “えらべるPay®” selections!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000700.000004529.html
- anchor: #n3852801
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギフティ、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東日本、ギフティグループ株式会社

株式会社ギフティ provides 東日本旅客鉄道株式会社's “eGift System” service and has added “Mobile Suica” to the selections available through “giftee Box®” and “えらべるPay®.”

Facts:
- Approximately 2.35 million locations (as of the end of August 2026)
- For amounts ranging from ¥100 to ¥10,000
- At the end of the month 3 months after the date of issue
- Paid-in capital: 3,322 million yen (as of the end of June 2026)
- Employees: 292 (as of July 1, 2026)

## KLab AVN gives presentation at UAE Emirate Security Council

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000951.000006348.html
- anchor: #n3852800
- Companies mentioned: KLab株式会社、KLab Aviation Consultancy LLC、KLab AVN、トラジェクトリー

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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000952.000006348.html
- anchor: #n3852799
- Companies mentioned: KLab株式会社、KLab、株式会社トラジェクトリー、トラジェクトリー、KLab AVN、KLab Aviation Consultancy LLC、KLab UAE

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.

Facts:
- Mar. 2025
- About 180 km
- FY2026
- A total of 5 regions
- September 18, 2026
- March 1, 2018
- Fiscal year ending December 2026

## New Another character Angelica [Tenpu] joins Alice Gear Aegis! New event “Actress Mahjong Player Angelica” also underway!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002081.000004473.html
- anchor: #n3852798
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロプラ、コロプラ、株式会社ピラミッド、ピラミッド、日本一ソフトウェア、Google LLC、株式会社タイトー

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- 15：00
- Tuesday, Dec. 1
- 14：59
- Monday, Dec. 7
- Monday, Feb. 1, 2027
- 6 actresses
- Capital: ¥66.3 million
- Established: October 1, 2008
- Established: September 28, 2001
- April 2023

## Set against the backdrop of Osaka Castle Park in autumn colors. On sale: “Location Photo Weddings” with outfits, beauty services, and photography included

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004044.000014571.html
- anchor: #n3852797
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニュー・オータニ、ホテルニューオータニ大阪

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.

Facts:
- [Period] Through June 30, 2027 (Wednesday)
- Weekdays: ¥198,000 and up
- Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: ¥253,000 and up
- Cherry blossom location: ¥275,000 and up
- French course meal worth ¥40,000 for 2 people
- Photography fee (¥10,870)

## 【ルイ·ヴィトン】 New women’s shoes embodying the “Art of Travel (kokoro),” from the snowy mountains to après-ski

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:25:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002719.000060591.html
- anchor: #n3852665
- Companies mentioned: ルイ･ヴィトン ジャパン株式会社、ルイ·ヴィトン、LOUIS VUITTON

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.

Facts:
- ¥195,800
- ¥276,100
- ¥266,200
- 176,000 yen
- ¥257,400
- Since its founding in 1854

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:25:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000099035.html
- anchor: #n3852666
- Companies mentioned: 神戸市公立大学法人、神戸市外国語大学、神戸市立工業高等専門学校、神戸高専

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.”

Facts:
- Fiscal 2023
- FY2026

## 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:24:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000172342.html
- anchor: #n3852667
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UMITTO、株式会社鮑屋、鮑屋グループ、神奈川県小田原市、横浜銀行、さがみ信用金庫、湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ、株式会社AWABIYAホールディングス、株式会社アバロンフーズ、株式会社エンイート

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.

Facts:
- More than 430 years in business
- As of the end of October 2026
- A job network with more than 130,000 listings
- Established: October 2024
- Capital: ¥6 million
- More than 750,000 copies sold
- About 80 product types

## [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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:24:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000044455.html
- anchor: #n3852668
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人3keys、NPO法人ブレインヒューマニティー、文教大学、立命館大学、京都大学

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.

Facts:
- 29th edition
- Individuals: ¥2,000
- Organizations: ¥5,000

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:22:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000810.000088829.html
- anchor: #n3852669
- Companies mentioned: Polimill株式会社、ChatGPT、Claude、Gemini

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 16, 2026
- 8 attendees in person
- 21 online attendees
- About 1,000 local governments nationwide
- Used by approximately 500,000 people

## 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-”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:21:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000141283.html
- anchor: #n3852670
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BLUE RIGHTS、松竹、TRICKBLOCK、アニモキャラメル、一己一個

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- AM10:00
- © 2026 BLUE RIGHTS / OROCHI

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:20:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007883.000010088.html
- anchor: #n3852671
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、JAF、JAF香川支部、自動車税制改革フォーラム、一般社団法人 日本自動車販売協会連合会香川県支部、一般社団法人 香川県自動車整備振興会、香川県軽自動車協会、自動車総連

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.

Facts:
- 96.9%
- FY2026
- 21 organizations
- ¥8 trillion
- Fiscal 2027

## Reservations now open for the “Quick Deli Style” winter-only hors d’oeuvres set

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000039049.html
- anchor: #n3852673
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あどばる、株式会社ビジョン子会社

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
- Save ¥896
- Cumulative users total 3.5 million

## 【ブルガリ】 Bulgari unveils its 2026 holiday campaign video, “Joy Is in Our Hands”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001915.000005631.html
- anchor: #n3852672
- Companies mentioned: ブルガリ、ブルガリ・ジャパン

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.

Facts:
- 2026
- 0120-030-142

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:17:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000112078.html
- anchor: #n3852674
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ＡＩ電竜戦プロジェクト、特定非営利活動法人AI電竜戦プロジェクト、HEROZ株式会社、電気通信大学エンターテイメントと認知科学研究ステーション、コンピュータ将棋協会、情報処理学会、文部科学省

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.

Facts:
- November 14 (Saturday)-15 (Sunday), 2026
- 7th
- 2 days
- November 14 (Saturday), 10:15-12:00
- November 15 (Sunday), 14:00-19:00
- From 18:30 on November 15 (Sunday)
- Swiss-system 7-round tournament
- Top 10 teams
- Play 2 games
- First player: 3 minutes
- Second player: 10 minutes
- 1手ごとに2秒
- Pentium 100MHz
- 32MB of memory

## Participation in Santa Parade Tokyo and Osaka 2026

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:13:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000141492.html
- anchor: #n3852503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アインホールディングス、株式会社アインファーマシーズ、一般社団法人OSAKAあかるクラブ

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.

Facts:
- 2026
- 2021
- 2013

## FPT joins Unity's Service Partner Program, strengthening its capabilities in delivering HMI and digital experiences for industry

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:13:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000017750.html
- anchor: #n3852504
- Companies mentioned: FPT、Unity、ＦＰＴソフトウェア、ＦＰＴコーポレーショングループ、ＦＰＴジャパンホールディングス株式会社、FPT Automotive、Unity Technologies、ＦＰＴコーポレーション

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.

Facts:
- September 21, 2026
- 20 years of experience
- 5,000 automotive engineers worldwide
- More than 30 countries and regions
- For over 30 years
- 2025
- Revenue of US$2.66 billion
- The company now has more than 54,000 employees

## Light Up begins offering free AI system development bid management and estimate second opinions

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:12:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000400.000042366.html
- anchor: #n3852505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライトアップ、Amazon

株式会社ライトアップ began offering free bid management and estimate appropriateness assessments on November 12 for companies considering AI system development.

Facts:
- Securities code: 6580
- Starting Nov. 12, 2026
- Estimates differ by 3 times or more
- 50 million yen
- 40 million yen
- 15 million yen
- 60-minute consultation
- 3–5 development companies
- ¥100,000 per month
- From 500,000 yen
- More than 20 years of experience
- Approximately 23,000 people
- Up to ¥200 million
- Established: April 2002

## Certified as a “Water Cycle ACTIVE Company”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:12:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000134915.html
- anchor: #n3852506
- Companies mentioned: 水ing株式会社、インフロニアグループ、公益社団法人日本水環境学会

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.”

Facts:
- Oct. 30, 2026
- 2 areas
- FY2024
- FY2026
- 185 companies
- 2 straight years
- January 2024
- December 2025
- 2012
- Approximately 300 locations nationwide

## [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.

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:11:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000175074.html
- anchor: #n3852507
- Companies mentioned: 富山県商工会連合会、すし幸、もつ家福多、株式会社丸米製菓、酒と肴和on、(有)林盛堂本店、杉野味噌醤油(株)、(株)NAT.Development、Gelateria ZUCCA、(有)水口ミルクプラント、合名会社若駒酒造場、八尾乳業協同組合、金沢大学

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.

Facts:
- 2026
- Nov. 20
- Nov. 22
- 3 days
- All 47 prefectures nationwide
- More than 200 exhibitors
- 3 businesses
- 11 businesses in total

## Supasaito to host free webinar on competitor analysis using AI responses on November 26

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000188938.html
- anchor: #n3852508
- Companies mentioned: Supasaito株式会社、Google Meet

Supasaito株式会社 will host a free webinar on AI-powered competitor analysis on November 26, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 26, 2026
- 13:00〜13:45
- Free

## 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194297.html
- anchor: #n3852515
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大和屋守口漬総本家、名古屋商工会議所、中日新聞社

株式会社大和屋守口漬総本家は、伝統の守口漬に桜チップの燻製技術を掛け合わせた新商品「燻製守口漬」を2026年9月7日に発売した。同商品は名古屋商工会議所の地域ブランド「なごみやげ」第1期認定を受け、中日新聞社創業140周年記念企画「つなぐ発酵プロジェクト」の一環として、愛知県碧南市でのイベント出店およびInstagramでのSNSプレゼントキャンペーンを実施する。

Facts:
- 1871 (Meiji 4)
- September 7, 2026
- 中日新聞社's 140th anniversary
- Nov. 21, 2026
- Price: ¥918
- Contents: 3 pieces × 2 packs
- Selected from 143 entries
- 24 food products
- Over a period of 3 years
- Pickled 5 times in total

## Wiz advances efforts to build a foundation for ISMAP registration, targeting Japan's public sector

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189980.html
- anchor: #n3852514
- Companies mentioned: Wiz Cloud Japan、Wiz

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.

Facts:
- Over the past 5 years
- 65% of Fortune 100 companies

## Selected for the “Sendai BOSAI-TECH Future Awards,” launching a demonstration project to help prevent bears from entering urban areas from forests and rivers

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000070745.html
- anchor: #n3852513
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コア、コア、仙台市

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.

Facts:
- Period: Reiwa 8 October–Reiwa 9 January
- TEL: 0294-53-0221

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000076599.html
- anchor: #n3852512
- Companies mentioned: レンフロ・コーポレーション、レンフロ・ジャパン株式会社、浦上蒼穹堂、蔦屋書店、ロフト、PLAZA、メトロポリタン美術館、ルーブル美術館、国立新美術館

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.
- Founded in October 2012
- Capital: 50 million yen

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000106428.html
- anchor: #n3852511
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社immedio、Salesforce、HubSpot、Slack、Gmail、Notion、GitHub、富士通、タイミー、株式会社CMO1号、LayerX、Sansan、NOTA

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- Approximately 1,100 times
- 5 weeks
- 3 people
- About 130 people

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001025.000096446.html
- anchor: #n3852510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドワンゴ、文藝春秋、KADOKAWA、日経BP、日本経済新聞出版、水鈴社、新潮社、早川書房、講談社、PHP研究所、集英社、幻冬舎、小学館、ダイヤモンド社、BOOK☆WALKER

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.

Facts:
- 20 nominated titles
- 38 million total review posts
- 500 yen OFF coupon
- 30 people selected by lottery
- Currently more than 46 municipalities

## “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.

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001833.000016051.html
- anchor: #n3852509
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュクレイ、GENDY（ジェンディー）、GENDY青山、GENDY銀座

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 10
- 1,300 yen
- 8,640 yen
- 17,280 yen
- Approximately 2 weeks
- 6 hours

## 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)

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:08:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190338.html
- anchor: #n3852516
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アップス、アップス

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.

Facts:
- 200 people
- 19.0％
- 38 people
- 16.5％
- 33 people
- 14.5％
- 29 people
- 13.5％
- 27 people
- 11.5％
- 23 people
- 11.0％
- 22 people
- 5.0％
- 10 people
- 42.5％
- 85 people
- 17.0％
- 34 people
- 12.0％
- 24 people
- 10.5％
- 21 people
- 9.0％
- 18 people
- 35.5％
- 71 people
- 13.0％
- 26 people
- 12.5％
- 25 people
- 7.0％
- 14 people
- 6.5％
- 13 people
- 21.5％
- 43 people

## 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%.

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:06:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000191104.html
- anchor: #n3852517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Personality、厚生労働省

株式会社Personalityは、スキル辞書「スキル大全」の3,907件について、厚生労働省の教育訓練給付制度と照合した結果を公開。業種により指定講座につながるスキルの割合に大きな差があり、医療が81.7%で最も高く、小売は18.8%にとどまった。

Facts:
- 3,907 skills
- 1,826 entries (46.7%)

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:03:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000173646.html
- anchor: #n3852518
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

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.

Facts:
- Launching on Thursday, November 12, 2026
- A program that offers rewards of up to ¥750,000

## 『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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:03:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006167.000013450.html
- anchor: #n3852519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM

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
- A history and prestige dating back to 1983
- A title marking the series’ 30th anniversary

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:01:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000135992.html
- anchor: #n3852520
- Companies mentioned: 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、U.S.M.H、㈱マルエツ、マルエツ、㈱カスミ、カスミ、フードスクアカスミ春日部藤塚店、フードスクアカスミ春日部武里店、フードスクアカスミ越谷大袋店

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- November 2026
- March 2027

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000026707.html
- anchor: #n3852521
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベガコーポレーション、LOWYA

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.

Facts:
- Price (tax included): ¥36,990
- 60 cm wide
- Approximately 170 cm tall
- Has opened 20 physical stores nationwide
- More than 1,700 items
- Total followers exceed 3 million
- Has surpassed 1.21 million cumulative downloads

## 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.

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000573.000074396.html
- anchor: #n3852522
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人 日本国際協力センター、JICE、ASEAN事務局、総務省 行政評価局、独立行政法人国際協力機構、JICA、財務省 財務総合政策研究所、アジア開発銀行研究所部、ADBI、中央大学 法学部

ASEAN事務局MSCD職員4名が、政策・施策評価モニタリングをテーマに2026年11月22日から28日まで訪日し、関係省庁や機関を訪問する。

Facts:
- 10th cohort
- AHEAD50

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194560.html
- anchor: #n3852523
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社円居、京都ホテルオークラ、全日本司厨士協会、京都フランス料理研究会、日本エスコフィエ協会、OMDG JAPAN、フランス料理アカデミー

株式会社円居の専務取締役伊藤道彰が、令和8年度厚生労働大臣表彰「現代の名工」を受彰した。

Facts:
- 19 stores nationwide
- 141 people nationwide
- 10 people from Kyoto Prefecture
- Capital: 10 million yen
- 310 employees in total

## Stripe Insights: 4 trends in the intense competition facing SaaS platforms in the age of AI

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000077879.html
- anchor: #n3852524
- Companies mentioned: Stripe、ストライプジャパン株式会社、Granum、Canva、GoodLeap、Zendesk

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
- More than 19,000 platform companies
- 1.6% of global GDP
- 年間 1.9 兆ドル (約 300 兆円) 以上の決済

## 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”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194081.html
- anchor: #n3852525
- Companies mentioned: エーゲ輸出機構、Aegean Exporters’ Associations、大妻女子大学、駐日トルコ共和国大使館、Teruar Urla

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
- Has 12 exporters’ associations under its umbrella
- More than 8,000 member companies
- Accounts for about 10% of total exports

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000055700.html
- anchor: #n3852526
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Greenspoon、GREEN SPOON、松蔭鶴水

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 18, 2026
- ¥3,290 each (tax included)
- ¥1,990 each (tax included)
- Heat for about 10 minutes on a gas or IH cooktop

## Surventis announces its latest automotive color trend forecast, “NEXISTENTIAL”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000194504.html
- anchor: #n3852609
- Companies mentioned: Surventis合同会社、Surventis、BASF Coatings、BASF、Carlyle

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 27, 2026
- More than 130 years
- More than 140 countries
- 42,000 companies
- About 10,700 people
- About €3.9 billion
- 2025
- 40％

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000147998.html
- anchor: #n3852602
- Companies mentioned: 三井物産株式会社、Quantum Simulation Technologies, Inc.、QSimulate、中外製薬株式会社、中外製薬、三井物産、Quantinuum、IBM、NEDO、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、理化学研究所

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- August 2025

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000177085.html
- anchor: #n3852601
- Companies mentioned: Sumu株式会社、中国銀行、第四北越銀行、東邦銀行、伊予銀行、プルーガ・キャピタル株式会社、三幸アセットマネジメント株式会社、ADDReC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、Airbnb Japan、SBI新生銀行、JA三井リース建物株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Aiming to open in November 2028
- 13-story steel-frame building
- Total floor area: 1,870.99㎡
- 34 rooms
- Scheduled completion: August 2028

## Announcement of new office opening in front of Takatsuki Station

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000155224.html
- anchor: #n3852600
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大和コンピューター、大和コンピューター

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.

Facts:
- Dec. 1, 2026
- 50th anniversary of founding
- 1-minute walk
- 7-minute walk

## “Kanagawa Potogarahi: Asada Photography Studio on Tour | Hakone Edition” to be held at 彫刻の森美術館

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000126100.html
- anchor: #n3852599
- 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

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

## The SUPPOT delivery robot gets an upgrade! New-feature model to be showcased at exhibitions in November and December

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000101709.html
- anchor: #n3852598
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソミックトランスフォーメーション、Aichi Sky Expo、インテックス大阪、静岡県産業振興財団、国土交通省、株式会社ソミック石川、ソミックグループ

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.

Facts:
- 2026Mid
- November 25–27, 2026
- December 2–4
- Maximum payload: 100kg
- Maximum towing capacity: 600kg
- Step clearance: 5cm or less
- Slope compatibility: 4° or less

## Malaysian prime minister praises V3D Group’s 3D concrete printing as “an important initiative to develop the country’s own technological capabilities”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000173935.html
- anchor: #n3852597
- Companies mentioned: V3D Asia Inc.、V3D、Nuvah Sdn. Bhd.、Nuvah、CIDB IBS Sdn Bhd、CIDB Malaysia、V3D Asia株式会社

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

## 3-minute walk from the east exit of Omiya Station! Esports facility “esports land OMIYA” to grand-open on November 20

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000082390.html
- anchor: #n3852596
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PCCS、PCCS

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 20, 2026
- About 54㎡
- 12 gaming PC seats
- More than 140 locations nationwide

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000128943.html
- anchor: #n3852595
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イマーシブ・ラボ、湘南レーベル株式会社、8HOTEL、Escape ID、厚生労働省、国立社会保障・人口問題研究所、明治安田生命、ツヴァイ

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.

Facts:
- There were 671,236 births in 2025
- The total fertility rate was 1.14
- There were 490,171 cases in 2024
- Men: 28.25%
- Women: 17.81%
- Dating apps” at 30.4%
- Regular price: ¥32,800 per person (tax included)
- Early-bird experience price: ¥25,000 per person

## “Eat, enjoy and support Noto.” “Noto Robata on Tour,” featuring a generous taste of Noto’s seafood, to be held in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000090549.html
- anchor: #n3852594
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハイリスク、Facebook、Instagram

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
- Dec. 27 (Sun.)
- 12：00-21：00
- 090-5191-5649

## Live-streaming app “mikke LIVE” adds support for Apple’s first foldable iPhone, “iPhone Duo”

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000173576.html
- anchor: #n3852593
- Companies mentioned: Apple、株式会社 KUBARU JAPAN、mikke LIVE

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

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000141006.html
- anchor: #n3852592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社浅野屋、ブランジェ浅野屋、浅野屋商店

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- 3 types of stollen
- Price: ¥2,484 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,996 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,188 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,200 (tax included)
- Price: ¥410 (tax included)
- Price: 594 yen (including tax)
- In 1933

## ADDReC to produce new “Sumu Ueno Park (tentative)” location through Sumu Fund No. 5, joined by 4 regional banks and others

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000045910.html
- anchor: #n3852591
- 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.

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

## 【大阪府八尾市】11月29日（日）こふん文化ふれあいデー2026～こおりがわにしづか古墳～

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000130750.html
- anchor: #n3852590
- Companies mentioned: 八尾市、東京国立博物館

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 29
- 10時～15時30分
- First 16 people
- Approximately 62 m long

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000141506.html
- anchor: #n3852589
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カインドオル、カインドオル

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.

Facts:
- 11 days
- Nov. 13, 2026
- Nov. 23
- 2 or more items
- 10% OFF

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000124331.html
- anchor: #n3852588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社medimo、medimo、株式会社スズケン、スズケン、スズケングループ

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.

Facts:
- Starting Nov. 12
- Starting Oct. 14, 2026
- Starting Nov. 12, 2026
- Approximately 3,000 locations nationwide in total
- More than 490,000 medical and care workers
- 1週間あたり30回まで

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000120742.html
- anchor: #n3852587
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TriOrb、TriOrb、AISol、AIST Solutions、九州工業大学

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.

Facts:
- 2026年11月25日（水）～27日（金）
- Aisle 700 mm wide
- Heavy items weighing 2,000 kg
- Founded in February 2023

## 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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000113498.html
- anchor: #n3852586
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博報堂テクノロジーズ、博報堂テクノロジーズ、株式会社博報堂デザイン、博報堂デザイン、博報堂ＤＹグループ、HCAI Professionals、博報堂生活者発想技術研究所

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.

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- For more than 25 years
- More than 100 companies and organizations

## 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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000128474.html
- anchor: #n3852585
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Trust、Dream market

“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.

Facts:
- ¥169
- ¥196
- ¥496
- 5% off
- 41 stores nationwide
- More than 400 stores nationwide
- Capital: 60 million yen
- Number of employees: 130

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000055149.html
- anchor: #n3852584
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アート不動産、スミタスSTAY道後公園

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.

Facts:
- Accommodates up to 9 guests
- Survey that can be completed in about 2 minutes

## 【CÉ LA VI TOKYO】A rich aroma or a fiery kick—HOT POT to warm up winter arrives Nov. 18 (Wednesday)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000058722.html
- anchor: #n3852583
- 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

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

## Courses launched for the national “First-Class Unmanned Aircraft Pilot” qualification

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000142334.html
- anchor: #n3852582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTT e-Drone Technology、NTTイードローン、NTTグループ、ジーウイング

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
- Classroom training: 9 hours
- Practical training: 10 hours

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000177772.html
- anchor: #n3852581
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本男性看護師會、全国訪問看護事業協会、厚生労働省、reLays株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 48.4％
- 2018
- 2 times
- Reiwa 6
- Dec. 1, 2026
- Within 1 year
- Imprisonment for up to 6 months
- A fine of up to 300,000 yen
- A fine of up to 30 million yen
- Nov. 25, 2026
- 12:00〜13:00
- 23,000 signatures
- More than 300 people
- 2014
- 2025

## Leave winter in Japan behind for Fiji, where it's summer all year round. Together, be yourself and stay active with Winter Escape

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000137269.html
- anchor: #n3852580
- 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

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

## Opens Sotetsu Seya Station Front Machinaka Shokudo【相鉄ホールディングス】

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000136108.html
- anchor: #n3852579
- Companies mentioned: 相鉄グループ、相鉄ホールディングス、相鉄ホールディングス㈱、㈱KoKoRo-iki、㈱ジーバー、株式会社ジーバー

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.

Facts:
- March 2027 (planned)
- Machinaka Shokudo operates 21 locations nationwide
- More than 600 local seniors in total
- ジーバーFOOD, launched in Sendai in November 2022
- As of the end of October 2026

## Designed for gamers seeking intuitive controls! 【任天堂 licensed product】EVOTOP Axis Wired for Nintendo Switch™ 2 launches on 2026/11/12‼

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000081472.html
- anchor: #n3852578
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社瑞起、任天堂、ZUIKI、EVOTOP

株式会社瑞起は、Nintendo Switch™ 2対応の有線コントローラー「EVOTOP Axis Wired for Nintendo Switch™ 2」を2026年11月12日に発売する。希望小売価格は6,490円（税込）。

Facts:
- 6,490 yen, including tax
- Lightweight body weighing approximately 246g
- Cable is approximately 3m long

## Establishes AI credit-screening technology that accurately predicts default risk from diverse customer and contract data

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000181531.html
- anchor: #n3852577
- Companies mentioned: NTT株式会社、NTT、NTT・TCリース株式会社、NTT・TCリース

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.

Facts:
- Up to about 30%
- Fiscal 2027 onward
- Approximately 1.5 million cases
- Up to 17 years of historical data

## 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.

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000096495.html
- anchor: #n3852576
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーディ・ラボ、青山デカーボ、神戸市立博物館、敦賀市立博物館、東京都江戸東京博物館、大阪市立美術館

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.

Facts:
- Price: 2,640 yen, including tax
- Price before tax: 2,400 yen
- More than 120 works by Okyo
- 7 rich cocoa and strawberry chocolates
- From all 3 varieties

## The Osaka-exclusive OSAKA EBIMON has surpassed 200,000 bags!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000078605.html
- anchor: #n3852575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社坂角総本舖、阪神百貨店梅田本店、三菱鉛筆

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
- 120 days from the date of manufacture

## Launch of the real estate asset management business

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000043793.html
- anchor: #n3852574
- 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

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

## Expansion planned for spring 2027: latest news on LEGO® NINJAGO World revealed in the first expansion construction time-lapse and president interview video

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000025163.html
- anchor: #n3852573
- Companies mentioned: LEGOLAND Japan合同会社、LEGO Group、Merlin Entertainments Ltd.、Sony Pictures Entertainment、Peppa Pig、DreamWorks、Ferrari

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.

Facts:
- Spring 2027
- 2 large rides
- more than 62 million guests annually
- over 20 countries

## 【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

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000002821.html
- anchor: #n3852572
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サティス製薬、シンクランド、シンクランド株式会社

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.

Facts:
- The 500-Dalton rule
- A proprietary design with 46 needles in total
- Hollow needles limited to 8
- Needles are 10 times longer, at 200 micrometers
- Reduces wrinkle volume ratio by up to 15%
- Wrinkle count reduced by up to 40%

## Hanamaru 35th Anniversary POPUP: Welcome to Pajama Party, running from Nov. 13 at 三省堂書店 Ikebukuro Main Store and Nagoya Main Store

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000026460.html
- anchor: #n3852571
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トーハン、白泉社、三省堂書店

株式会社トーハンは、白泉社のBLレーベル「花丸」創刊35周年を記念し、2026年11月13日より三省堂書店池袋本店および名古屋本店でポップアップストアを開催する。

Facts:
- 35th anniversary
- Nov. 13, 2026
- 2 venues
- 157 bookstores nationwide
- 2,000 yen including tax

## radiko launches feature pages that bring together programs and guests around a theme

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000007490.html
- anchor: #n3852570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社radiko、radiko、NHK

株式会社radiko launched feature pages on the radiko app on Nov. 12, 2026, bringing together programs and guests around a theme.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- 385 yen per month, including tax
- 480 yen per month, including tax
- Within the past 7 days
- Within the past 30 days
- 15th anniversary
- All 99 commercial radio stations

## Original goods from the TV anime Yu Yu Hakusho arrive at DMMオンクレ on Nov. 19 (Thursday)!

- Published: 2026-11-12T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000096364.html
- anchor: #n3852569
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社DMM.com、DMM、集英社、ぴえろ

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
- 15:00〜
- Sunday, Dec. 20
- Until 23:59
- 2,600DC
- 3 winners