【Aichi/Nagoya】The hugely popular annual “English event for children” is back! Clues to creating the future lie in the past—embark on a time-traveling adventure in English this winter break
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株式会社アライブ will hold “Alive Winter School 2026,” an English event for preschoolers through elementary school students, in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, from December 24 to 27, 2026. The theme is time travel, with hands-on English programs.
OUGホールディングス株式会社 Announces Results for the 2nd Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027
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OUGホールディングス株式会社 announced that it has finalized its results for the 2nd quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027. Details are available via the URL.
【The splendor of Matsuba crab】Enjoy live Matsuba crab from Amanohashidate, Kyoto, as sashimi, grilled, boiled and in a hot pot—a crab-filled full-course meal served in your room 天橋立荘 別館 よさの荘
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天橋立荘別館よさの荘, an inn in the 株式会社丹友商事 group, has begun taking reservations for “Takumi,” a full-course meal featuring live Matsuba crab and served in guests’ rooms, available through mid-March 2027.
“UltraLMTM” launches Patch 1.1 on November 14; unveils key visual featuring all 8 CREW members together for the first time and roadmap for the rest of the year
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VTuber brand “UltraLMTM,” operated by GANYMEDE株式会社, will roll out Patch 1.1 starting November 14, 2026, and has unveiled a key visual featuring all 8 CREW members together, along with its roadmap for the rest of the year.
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Patch 1.1
From Saturday, November 14, 2026, through Thursday, December 31
Heart-shaped kusa mochi, handmade mugwort amulets and mugwort matcha lattes. Inspired by the mugwort flower’s meaning, “marital love,” shops across Japan are holding special events for November 22, “Good Couple’s Day”
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株式会社上野忠 is partnering with Japanese confectionery shops and cafes across Japan to hold special events around November 22, “Good Couple’s Day,” to spread awareness of mugwort’s flower meaning, “marital love.”
Sana Natori to release new EP “Life with Sana Natori EP” on November 25; featuring Sasuke Haraguchi, Haruno and muyu
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VTuber Sana Natori will release her new EP “Life with Sana Natori EP” on November 25, 2026. Sasuke Haraguchi, Haruno and muyu contributed to the music, and the EP will be used as the theme song and background music for the exhibition “Life with Sana Natori Exhibition,” opening November 14.
【TAC public service exam】＼For people with work experience／“Guidance on transitioning to a government job from a private-sector career” to be held online for free on 11/19 (Thu) ※Reservation required
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TAC株式会社 will hold an online career guidance session on November 19, 2026, for people with work experience who are considering a government job. Instructor Tetsuya Harano will discuss the advantages of moving from the private sector to public service and exam preparation.
Mozart, Schoenberg, Liszt, Berg and Ravel—a first solo recital by pianist Ayu Makise, exploring the works of 5 composers!
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Pianist Ayu Makise’s first solo recital, “Transformation, and Then Toward the Light,” will be held at the Small Hall of Ebina City Cultural Hall on January 10, 2027. Tickets are on sale at カンフェティ.
【Flask】Learn the basics of web application development with Python! “Introduction to Flask with Python” (4 sessions, free, online) starts 12/1 (Tue)
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株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will offer “Introduction to Flask with Python” (4 sessions) online for free starting December 1. Instructor Kazuma Sekiguchi will provide hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals of web application development with Flask through database integration.
Winter menu launches at the Western-style mansion salon “Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH 旧神戸居留地十五番館” in Kobe’s Former Foreign Settlement, starting November 19 (Thu).
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The Western-style mansion salon “Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH 旧神戸居留地十五番館” in Kobe’s Former Foreign Settlement has announced its winter menu, available from November 19, 2026. Offerings include afternoon tea sets and pasta dishes made with seasonal ingredients.
“No more need for an expensive smartwatch.” The 9,900-yen “ANYWISE W1LITE” is just right for Gen Z’s active lifestyle—50% OFF for a limited time!
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The “ANYWISE W1LITE” smartwatch, designed to support an active lifestyle for Gen Z, has been launched by DOOGEEEco. It is being sold for a limited time at 9,900 yen (50% OFF), compared with its regular price of 19,899 yen.
【Winter 2026 hearing self-care feature】What is the difference between a “sound amplifier” and a “hearing aid”? 7 tips for choosing wisely, plus a special Black Friday offer on the latest open-ear ear-cuff-style model
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Cearvol has published a guide to choosing hearing aids for the year-end and New Year season and is running a Black Friday campaign offering its ear-cuff-style hearing aid, “Cearvol Liberte,” for ¥37,300, discounted by ¥6,500 from the regular price of ¥43,800.
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Regular price: ¥43,800 (tax included)
¥6,500 off
Special price: ¥37,300 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：UNICE Intelligent Medical Shenzhen Co.,Ltd.、Cearvol、Amazon、楽天市場、厚生労働省
China-based cross-border e-commerce platform JMK即買客 reopens its Shanghai showroom after renovation
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The Shanghai showroom of JMK即買客, a cross-border e-commerce platform operated by 上海高吉美電子商務有限公司, reopened after renovation in Shanghai on Nov. 1, 2026. It displays overseas brands, including Japanese and South Korean brands, in a bonded area and sells their products through its own app.
[Handball] Notice of the 69th Takamatsu-no-miya Cup Men's and 62nd Women's All-Japan Student Championships
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公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会 and 一般社団法人全日本学生ハンドボール連盟 will hold the “69th Takamatsu-no-miya Cup Men's and 62nd Women's All-Japan Student Championships for Reiwa 8” in Osaka Prefecture starting Nov. 14, 2026. A total of 64 teams, with 32 teams in each of the men's and women's divisions, will compete in a tournament across 4 venues, including Sakai. The winners and runners-up will be recommended for the Japan Championships in December.
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69th men's division
62nd women's division
Nov. 14, 2026
32 teams in each of the men's and women's divisions
[TAC Bookkeeping Certification Course] Save on the “Level 1 Exam Preparation Course, 1-Year Program,” targeting a pass in November 2027! Early-bird campaign now underway (through Jan. 11, 2027)
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TAC株式会社 is running an early-bird campaign through Jan. 11, 2027, for its “Level 1 Exam Preparation Course, 1-Year Program,” targeting a pass in November 2027. The campaign waives the ¥10,000 enrollment fee and offers discounts on tuition for web-based and classroom courses, along with benefits such as advance study materials and a pass bonus program.
[きたゆざわ 森のソラニワ] Hot springs, pool, dinner buffet and “ア・ソ・ボーヤ”! A great-value “Day Trip Plan: 0 Nights, 1 Meal” is here!
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きたゆざわ森のソラニワ has introduced a day-trip plan that includes hot springs, a pool, a dinner buffet and admission to the kids' park “ア・ソ・ボーヤ.” Two options are available: with room use (¥9,900) and without room use (¥6,600).
Two new winter outerwear styles from “ururu,” produced by Nanako Hashimoto, with advance sales at a pop-up event
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The apparel brand “ururu,” produced by Nanako Hashimoto and operated by 株式会社Anfini, will release its new outerwear styles “Fluffy Mouton” and “Yuki Usagi Down” on Nov. 20, 2026. A pop-up event will be held in Ebisu, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 14 and 15 for advance sales.
Winter-limited sweets featuring seasonal strawberries and fruit are coming to the Kobe confectionery shop “PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH” from Thursday, Nov. 19.
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Kobe confectionery shop “PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH” will launch winter-limited sweets made with seasonal strawberries and fruit starting Nov. 19, 2026.
Alternative investment platform “オルタナバンク” launches “[Principal and Interest Repaid in a Lump Sum] Investment Debut Support・Noboru Fund ID1197”
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オルタナバンク, an alternative investment platform operated by SAMURAI証券株式会社, has launched a new product, “[Principal and Interest Repaid in a Lump Sum] Investment Debut Support・Noboru Fund ID1197.” The total offering is ¥29.14 million, the target yield is 7% before tax, and the minimum investment is ¥10,000.
Facts
Total offering: ¥29.14 million
Target yield: 7% (before tax)
Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
Minimum funding threshold: The fund will be established with investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
Report from the immersive 2.5D stage production “Uramichi Oniisan” fan event: a red-versus-white sports festival with the good children! Sequel stage production announced for July 2027
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A report on the “Sports Festival,” a fan event for the immersive 2.5D stage production “Uramichi Oniisan,” held at Kawasaki Civic Plaza Furusato Theater on Nov. 7, 2026. Events were held in a red-versus-white team format, and the sequel stage production was announced shortly before the event ended, with performances scheduled for July 2027.
BUDDICA makes Nissan Skyline GT-R specialty shop Pro Stock Racing a group company
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株式会社BUDDICA made プロストックレーシング株式会社, a specialty shop for Nissan Skyline GT-Rs, a group company effective Aug. 6, acquiring a technical foundation for servicing and tuning sports cars.
“NEW YOUNG OF THE YEAR 2026” to be held, honoring people who embody “new youth” by enjoying life with a positive outlook, regardless of age
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The “NEW YOUNG OF THE YEAR 2026” awards ceremony was held on November 12, 2026, honoring people who enjoy life with a positive outlook, regardless of age.
【ホテルメトロポリタン エドモント】Special plan offering a great-value stay when paying exclusively with “teppay” now on sale
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ホテルメトロポリタン エドモント will begin selling a special accommodation plan on November 12, 2026, to mark the introduction of JR東日本’s new “teppay” payment service.
Figures of the character Tama-chan-sensei from “Tama-chan-sensei, the Swimming Club Advisor Starting Today,” illustrated by hugely popular artist Kekemotsu, are available in deluxe and standard editions. Now available exclusively at あみあみ.
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A 1/6-scale completed figure of Tama-chan-sensei from “Tama-chan-sensei, the Swimming Club Advisor Starting Today,” illustrated by Kekemotsu, is scheduled for release in deluxe and standard editions exclusively at あみあみ.
Strawberry confectionery shop 「オードリー」 launches its first advent calendar on Wednesday, November 18. Alongside the Christmas tale “The Swan’s Tears,” a musical tin that plays a melody when turned will add a festive touch to Christmas.
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Strawberry confectionery shop AUDREY（オードリー） will release its first advent calendar on November 18. A tin with a music-box feature is also on sale.
Show your appreciation with green onions on Labor Thanksgiving Day. “Negirai Foot Bath” and parent-child letter-writing event to be held November 23 at 千葉・おふろcafé かりんの湯
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おふろcafé かりんの湯, operated by 株式会社ザファーム, will hold a “Negirai Foot Bath” using green onions grown on its farm and a parent-child letter-writing event on Labor Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2026.
We bring you the synopsis and preview images for episode 6 of the TV anime “The Vermilion Mask,” animated by 100studio, airing Saturday, November 14, at 5:30 p.m.!
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The synopsis and preview images for episode 6 of the TV anime “The Vermilion Mask,” animated by 100studio, have been released. The episode will air on November 14 at 5:30 p.m.
Eyewear brand “moseyec” is the brainchild of “Vingo.” The brand’s origin has been revealed for the first time, along with the announcement of a collaboration with WILDSIDE.
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Tokyo-based eyewear brand “moseyec” has revealed for the first time that it is a brand by its operator, rapper “Vingo,” and announced that collaboration items with WILDSIDE will go on sale on November 20, 2026.
Japan Tax Education Council partners with tax accountant Keisuke Ichida, who has 12 years of experience at 大阪国税局, to promote “tax education” drawing on expertise in individual international taxation
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一般社団法人日本税育協議会 is working to promote “tax education” by partnering with Keisuke Ichida (市田税理士事務所), who has 12 years of experience working at 大阪国税局, and drawing on his expertise in individual international taxation.
“Bringing food connections closer.” Membership-based gourmet community IRO+ launches official app
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The official app for membership-based gourmet community “IRO+,” operated by 株式会社AMOVE, has launched. It offers features including event search and registration, a members-only gourmet map, chat and message boards, and is available for a monthly membership fee of 2,980 yen (tax included).
Lighting work costs rose 39% in 3 years, while intercoms rose 4%. The “price pass-through gap” among electrical contractors doing the same work
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An analysis of contract data on the Mitsumore platform by 株式会社ミツモア found that the degree to which costs are passed on varies by job, even among electrical contractors. Lighting work costs rose 39% in 3 years, but intercoms rose only 4%; in some cases, this fell short of the 17% increase in the minimum wage. Cost pass-through advanced for jobs where the work involved could be made “visible,” while standardized jobs where the work is harder to see have been left behind.
Erase someone’s words from your mind. “Adler: 100 Words to Keep Others from Controlling You” goes on sale Friday, November 13
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有限会社明日香出版社 announced that “Adler: 100 Words to Keep Others from Controlling You,” supervised by Yuu Yuki and written by Tamao Koseki, will go on sale November 13. Based on Adlerian psychology, the book offers 100 scenarios and ways of thinking to ease relationship stress and help readers live as themselves.
New original merchandise for “Please Teacher!” and “Please Twins!” to be sold early to crowdfunding supporters!
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株式会社コンテンツセブン will begin advance sales on November 13, 2026, of merchandise featuring original illustrations by Shunsuke Okubo for supporters of the crowdfunding campaign for a new “Please Teacher!” video project.
Up-and-coming creators collaborate with Gloomy Bear! 4 rising creators, including “ゆうたONE” and “ぬごですが。,” to hold a special collaboration exhibition with Gloomy Bear at AFA Singapore 2026!
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REAL AKIBA GROUP, part of リアルアキバ・コミュニケーションズ, will exhibit at AFA Singapore 2026, held in Singapore from Nov. 27, 2026, and present a special collaboration featuring the character Gloomy Bear and 4 creators affiliated with METEORA GRAVITY.
[F League TV × YouTube] Women's F League Pick-Up Matches! Free streaming of “Sumida vs. Tachikawa” and “Kobe vs. Nishinomiya” in Round 12! [メットライフ生命女子Ｆリーグ2026-27]
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As Round 12 pick-up matches in the Japan Women's Futsal League (メットライフ生命女子Ｆリーグ2026-27), “Sumida vs. Tachikawa” and “Kobe vs. Nishinomiya” will be streamed for free on ＦリーグＴＶ and YouTube.
JR九州's official YouTube channel “めだまちゃんねる” surpasses 30,000 subscribers! Explanatory videos on the latest topics, including the underwater restaurant “萬坊” opening next week on 11/16 and a special “Harry Potter” train, are now available
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The number of subscribers to JR九州's official YouTube channel “めだまちゃんねる” has surpassed 30,000. The channel has published videos explaining the latest topics, including the underwater restaurant “萬坊,” reopening on Nov. 16, a special Harry Potter train, the refurbishment of the 883 Series Blue Sonic, and a planned new station opening.
Global AI data center networking market forecast to expand to US$118.7 billion by 2034 | 21.5% annual growth rate, driven by generative AI and high-speed 800G communications
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According to a research report by Stratistics MRC, the global AI data center networking market is forecast to grow from US$25 billion in 2026 to US$118.7 billion in 2034, at a compound annual growth rate of 21.5%. The spread of generative AI and large language models is driving increased demand for high-speed communications technologies such as 800Gbps and 1.6Tbps.
A winter afternoon tea and sweets featuring seasonal strawberries at Kobe patisserie PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH. Available from Thursday, Nov. 19.
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Kobe patisserie PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH will begin selling seasonal afternoon tea and sweets made with fresh strawberries at its main store from Nov. 19, 2026.
[Work Booth Box Campaign] An easy-to-set-up private space: Work Booth Box (single / for 1 person) and (double / for 2 people)
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株式会社カワグチマック工業 is running a campaign for its Work Booth Box, made with Re-board material (single/for 1 person and double/for 2 people), through its e-commerce store and exclusively at exhibitions.
[Yamato City Only] December Limited-Time Campaign | Collect old futons, blankets and down comforters when you switch to winter bedding | まるっと本舗 junk removal
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まるっと本舗, a junk removal service operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a December campaign in Yamato City only to collect old futons and bedding. Customers using a flat-rate package will receive a discount of up to ¥1,000.
Reflecting on “our strengths and what makes us who we are,” and creating what only we can make and what we want to make through “customer understanding and dialogue” | 株式会社マクアケ President and CEO Fumiaki Kiuchi |
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Announcement of the event “3rd Manufacturing Movement for Building the Future,” featuring Fumiaki Kiuchi, president and CEO of 株式会社マクアケ. Discussions will cover redefining company strengths and identity in the age of generative AI, as well as collaborative manufacturing based on customer understanding.
Can community activities foster employees’ “pride in their company”? IKIGAI Design Association launches a field study at a Nara transport company
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一般社団法人日本IKIGAIデザイン協会, in cooperation with Nara City transport operator 株式会社ハンナ, will launch a field study examining changes in employee attitudes before and after the community event “Yamato Festival 2026.”
[Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture] Make this winter’s most memorable experience. A Christmas-only glamping stay plan in a sparkling room launches Nov. 16: Wood Design Park Ichinomiya
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The glamping facility ウッドデザインパークいちのみや -紡- in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, will offer a Christmas-only accommodation plan from Nov. 16 to Dec. 27, 2026. Highlights include a gift delivery service from Santa Claus, Christmas cake, and all-inclusive meals with a bonfire.
A delicious Christmas at New York-born THE CITY BAKERY. Reservations for <CB's SELECTION 2026> open Friday, Nov. 13.
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THE CITY BAKERY will begin taking reservations on Nov. 13 for its holiday-season-only menu, “CB's SELECTION 2026.” It includes cakes, stollen, deli items, and merchandise.
Fan event by 5-member male voice actor group GOALOUS5, “Seifuku Daisakusen ~GOALOUS Chu-ning Fever~,” to be broadcast live exclusively on ABEMA PPV on Nov. 22 (Sunday)! Event visuals also unveiled for the first time
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It was announced that the fan event “Seifuku Daisakusen ~GOALOUS Chu-ning Fever~” by 5-member male voice actor group “GOALOUS5” will be broadcast live exclusively on “ABEMA PPV” on Nov. 22, 2026. A free special program will also be streamed on Nov. 25.
International Matcha Congress 2026 to be held. 1,200 attendees from 27 countries and regions to share cutting-edge knowledge in production, distribution, cafes and academic research, and discuss prospects for an international ecosystem
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一般社団法人International Matcha Association held “International Matcha Congress 2026” in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2026, welcoming more than 1,200 attendees from 27 countries and regions. With support from 農林水産省 and others, sessions and exhibits were held on the theme of building an ecosystem for the matcha industry.
Facts
27 countries and regions worldwide
More than 1,200 people
15 domestic and international brands
More than 150 people
Japan’s green tea exports reached 72.1 billion yen in 2025
Down 24.1%
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人International Matcha Association、IMA、農林水産省、内閣府、経済産業省、nowhere film、西製茶工場、あいや、伊藤園、共栄製茶、Blank Street、HIT THE TEA、SUPER MATCHA、Onyx Coffee Lab、BrewPeace、GAIL's Bakery、カリフォルニア大学デービス校 Global Tea Institute、JGH and Associates、Tokyo Centre of the GPAI Expert Community、UnlocX、Future Food Institute、Shibuya Crossing、SKS JAPAN、PerfectTed、Specialty Coffee Association、Tea and Herbal Solutions、The Tea Association of the U.S.A.、ARCHIVES OF US、CUZEN MATCHA、HATOYA JAPAN、Kyotobrew、MATCHAMON、MTCH™、rocky’s matcha、アサヒグループジャパン、Royal Tea Village 御茶村、ARAS、HARIO、KINTO、中川政七商店、ORIGAMI、B-OWND Gallery
“ACN presents Yoyogi Forest of Lights,” an immersive illumination experience inviting visitors to explore 1.8 km of Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park with all five senses, opens Friday, Nov. 13, 2026!
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代々木フォレスト・オブ・ライツ実行委員会 will hold the immersive illumination event “ACN presents Yoyogi Forest of Lights ~Forest of Light~” at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo from Nov. 13, 2026. The approximately 1.8-km course will feature 17 illuminated areas, with 株式会社ACNグループ participating as a special partner.
ROBOPRO Fund: Comment on changes to investment allocation ratios in the November rebalance
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The ROBOPRO Fund, managed by SBI岡三アセットマネジメント株式会社, rebalanced in November, increasing its holdings of emerging-market equities and reducing bond assets. Equities account for approximately 75%, while equities and real estate together account for approximately 90%, reflecting a more aggressive allocation.
【Handball】Notice of the 24th MEXT Minister’s Cup Japanese Wheelchair Handball Tournament
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The 24th MEXT Minister’s Cup Japanese Wheelchair Handball Tournament will be held in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026. A report on winning the silver medal at the world championships and a live broadcast will also be featured.
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24th
Nov. 14, 2026
15th (Sun.)
2 categories
13 teams in total
2 teams in total
From 9:10
Opening ceremony at 9:30
The 4th IHF Wheelchair Handball World Championship
With junior high school entrance exams growing more competitive, preparation from the early grades is key — essential for families aiming for the Big Three and Waseda or Keio! スペックＴＯＭＡＳ “Junior High School Entrance Exam Guidance”
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株式会社駿台ＴＯＭＡＳ will hold “Junior High School Entrance Exam Guidance” on Dec. 5, 2026, for children in their final year of preschool and first graders, explaining how to develop the math skills needed to gain admission to top schools.
【For parents of children in their final preschool year through Grade 3】As junior high school entrance exams heat up, the information gap can determine the outcome — ＴＯＭＡＳ to stream “Junior High School Entrance Exams: Startup Guidance” online
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株式会社ＴＯＭＡＳ will stream “Junior High School Entrance Exams: Startup Guidance” online for parents of children in their final preschool year through Grade 3. In response to the rising number of junior high school applicants in the Tokyo metropolitan area and the growing diversity of exam formats, the program will explain the importance of gathering information and preparing early.
“Monster Hunter Puzzle: Airou Island Forever Edition” arrives, letting you play the Monster Hunter puzzle game “anytime, anywhere, forever”!
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カプコン began sales on Nov. 12, 2026, of “Forever Edition,” a successor to its smartphone puzzle game “Monster Hunter Puzzle: Airou Island,” part of the “Monster Hunter” series. The previous version of the service will end in January 2027, and player data can be transferred.
ブライセン announces new business initiative “AI Niche Platform 100,” aiming to create 100 industry- and business-specific solutions using AI by 2028
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株式会社ブライセン announced a new business initiative, “AI Niche Platform 100,” aiming to create 100 industry- and business-specific AI solutions by 2028 by leveraging AI technology and industry expertise.
大阪ブルテオン: “An inclusive community grows through sign-language cheering and para-sports experiences”
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大阪ブルテオン partnered with Danish sports brand hummel to hold an inclusive event featuring sign-language cheering and para-sports experiences at its Nov. 1 match against ウルフドッグス名古屋.
Theatrical film Gordon Detective Agency Episode 3: Main Cast Auditions Announced! Entries accepted through Jan. 8!
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Auditions for the main cast of the theatrical film Gordon Detective Agency Episode 3, produced by sommelier TV, will be held, with entries accepted through Jan. 8. Judging will include points from マシェバラ and social media.
World's first ASC-MSC Seaweed (Algae) certification for mozuku from Izena Island, Okinawa
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A group of mozuku producers from Izena Island, Okinawa Prefecture, managed by ちゅらゆーな株式会社 group administrators, has obtained the world's first ASC-MSC seaweed certification. DNV conducted the assessment, and an award ceremony was held at ハレクラニ沖縄.
Facts
5 producers
Obtained certification as of Oct. 20
At ハレクラニ沖縄 on Nov. 12
Since its establishment in 2010
Entered into force in 2018
In 2019, microalgae from Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture
In 2022, wakame and kelp from Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture
The biggest untapped asset of travel blogs is “past posts”: analysis of more than 5,000 travel blogs
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Travelspark Limited announced the results of an analysis of more than 5,000 travel blogs. Past posts offer significant monetization potential, and GoWorldTravel.com achieved 8 times the revenue in 6 months after implementing “Drive.”
Facts
More than 5,000 travel blogs
An average of 4.1%
The top 5% of pages account for 45.8% of total revenue
[Sanrio Characters] “Kuromi” arrives on 11/11 (Wednesday)! Plushie bottle holders featuring three-dimensional character shapes, in a sun-kissed design and animal print, available at the official Skater online shop
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スケーター株式会社 will launch plushie bottle holders featuring the Sanrio character “Kuromi” on Nov. 11.
The long-loved “Les Copains brand” teams up with GooZoo! Reopening on Nov. 19 at Youme Town in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi!
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A subsidiary of 岡野食品株式会社, Les Copains Food Business, will reopen the “Les Copains × GooZoo Chofu Store” inside Youme Town Chofu in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, on Nov. 19, 2026. The store will feature a bright yellow color scheme and the character “Pikorino.” It will sell high-hydration breads and original confectionery, and hold commemorative promotions, including an eco-bag giveaway for the first 200 customers.
BAPE® unveils its WINTER 2026 campaign featuring STRAY KIDS
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BAPE® has unveiled its WINTER 2026 campaign featuring all 8 members of K-pop group Stray Kids, showcasing the latest collection and items featuring SHARK motifs.
Facts
All 8 members of Stray Kids
Secured its 9th No. 1 overall
In the chart's nearly 70-year history
Achieved first-week sales of 4.61 million copies
Total streams on Spotify have exceeded 15.5 billion
There are 22 music videos that have surpassed the milestone
Companies mentioned：A BATHING APE®、BAPE®、JYP Entertainment
“I'm not interested in AI training at work. But I'd be stumped if my child asked me about it.” Generative AI training for employees like these.
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株式会社STOCK-UP offers a corporate program that shifts the starting point for generative AI training from “improving work efficiency” to “applications for family and everyday life.” Drawing on its experience in AI literacy education in schools, the program covers how AI works, handling information, and examples of using AI at home and at work.
Winners announced for the global finals of the “KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Competition 2026”
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KPMGジャパン announced the winners of the global finals of the “KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Competition 2026,” held in Lisbon on Nov. 11. AURIMOD (Austria) took first place, TissueLabs (Brazil) placed 2nd, and Sphere (United States) placed 3rd. 株式会社RAINBOW participated as Japan's representative.
Facts
18 companies that won their national preliminaries competed
[Ranked No. 1 in the Trend Awards*¹] メディヒール’s much-talked-about new products: Spotlight on Purple Serum and other popular items!
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The “Purple Serum,” officially called “PDRN*² Derma Serum,” from the Korean brand MEDIHEAL（メディヒール）’s derma skincare line has been attracting attention and won No. 1 in the skincare category of the LIPS Monthly Trend Awards for October 2026. The company is also offering new products, including masks, toner pads and creams, that can be used alongside the line.
“Taka Club,” offering unlimited access to 661 typefaces, marks its 1st anniversary with approximately 35% off all plans. The 22 new typefaces added in September are included, and the Dynamite Sale runs through January 6, 2027.
15 high school students and others studying Japanese in the Philippines and Thailand will visit Japan through the JENESYS program to deepen their understanding of Japan through Japanese language, pop culture and science and technology.
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Through the JENESYS program, 15 high school students and others studying Japanese from the Philippines and Thailand will visit Japan in November 2026 and take part in exchanges focused on the Japanese language, pop culture, and science and technology.
2 of the hottest artists who won Taiwan’s Grammy equivalent, the Golden Melody Awards, are coming to Shibuya! Live event “Taiwan Music Market NEXT 2026” to be held at タワーレコード渋谷店!
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タワーレコード渋谷店 will hold the “Taiwan Music Market NEXT 2026” live event on December 11, 2026. Golden Melody Award-winning artists 李竺芯 and 陳以恆 will perform, with tickets going on sale through チケットぴあ.
Facts
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026
8,800 yen (tax included)
7,500 yen (tax included)
¥600 (tax included)
4,000 yen (tax included)
36th Golden Melody Awards
Companies mentioned：株式会社リードイン、タワーレコード渋谷店、BEES FACTORY FILM INC.、チケットぴあ、早稲田大学
A record 8,329 backers in Makuake’s earphone category. final’s “earphones for the night,” ZE500 NYUMIN, which raised more than 77 million yen in support purchases, goes on general sale November 20 (Friday).
More than 40% of people focus on the mouth area when meeting someone for the first time | Survey of 1,204 people reveals impact on first impressions
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According to a survey of 1,204 people conducted by 湘南美容歯科, more than 40% focus on the mouth area when meeting someone for the first time, and more than 90% said the impression made by the mouth area affects first impressions.
【ルイ·ヴィトン】“City Guide” heads to Grasse—celebrating the world’s perfume capital
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ルイ·ヴィトン has announced the latest edition of “City Guide,” themed around Grasse, and the release of a limited-edition coffret set. The book introduces the fragrances and culture of Grasse, and related perfume edition sets are available or planned at select stores.
Facts
For more than 170 years
104 pages in total
3,100 yen (tax included)
Limited edition of 500 copies
Price: 41,800 yen (tax included)
Since its founding in 1854
Starting in early December 2026
Companies mentioned：ルイ·ヴィトン ジャパン株式会社、ルイ·ヴィトン、louisvuitton.com、Gallimard (ガリマール出版社)、La Routinière (ラ·ルティニエール出版社)、Actes Sud (アクテ·シュッド出版社)
Makers from the Netherlands and Ukraine collaborate at “Shimokita Robo Fest 2026,” a hands-on STEAM event taking place in Shimokitazawa on November 21-22!
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一般社団法人CO-SAKU谷 has invited 3 makers from the Netherlands and Ukraine, who will hold workshops and showcase their work at “Shimokita Robo Fest 2026,” taking place in Shimokitazawa on November 21-22.
Facts
3 makers
2026
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人CO-SAKU谷、シモキタFABコーサク室、しもきた商店街振興組合、世田谷区、世田谷区教育委員会、相模原市、さがみはらロボットビジネス協議会、Hacklab、Makers United
Free release of a skills-transfer guide for the assembly industry: “If that person transfers, who will you ask about their decisions?”
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株式会社OptiMax has published a free “Skills-Transfer Guide for the Assembly Industry” (19 pages) for manufacturers with automated assembly lines. The guide offers methods for passing on the reasoning behind decisions that is not captured in equipment data or standard documents, along with a 10-item checklist for reviewing a company’s current situation.
＜FBAA Awards 2026＞株式会社バーテック wins the “Best Partner Award”!
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株式会社バーテック won the “Best Partner Award” at the “FBAA Awards 2026,” hosted by 一般社団法人日本ファミリービジネスアドバイザー協会. To mark the award, the company will hold online seminars in November and December.
Details announced for collaboration goods, food, experience courses and more for “THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS” × Yamanashi tour event “Yamanashi WALK & WANDER”
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株式会社ひろめ堂 has announced details of “Yamanashi WALK & WANDER,” a touring collaboration event with “THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS” running from November 21 to December 27, 2026. The event will feature a digital stamp rally at 7 locations in Yamanashi Prefecture, as well as collaboration goods, food and experience courses.
[R HOTEL] An experience connecting “running, recovery and rest.” CRAFT × Leaps & Bounds × R HOTEL collaboration running event to be held on Saturday, Nov. 28!
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株式会社R Hotels & Resorts Management will collaborate with Swedish sports brand CRAFT and running team Leaps & Bounds to hold a running event on November 28, 2026, based at R HOTEL RE. OSAKA NAGAI PARK.
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Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
4,000 yen (tax included)
3,000 yen (tax included)
Capacity: 10 people
Guest rooms: 81
Founded in 1977
Companies mentioned：株式会社 R Hotels & Resorts Management、R HOTEL RE. OSAKA NAGAI PARK、CRAFT、Leaps & Bounds、SAUNA OOO、蒼樹株式会社、株式会社トサケン、円築株式会社、株式会社エスキュービズム
“Yurakucho Show Expo 2027” will be held at Yurakucho Asahi Hall on February 27 and 28, 2027, featuring 3 performances by Nasu Nakanishi, Kaname Stone and Mama Tart. Tickets are 4,500 yen for reserved seating (tax included).
Queen, KISS, Duran Duran! Countach, Ferrari 512 BB, Porsche! The Western music and supercars that thrilled us back then come together in a dream lineup!
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株式会社シンコーミュージック・エンタテイメント and 株式会社モーターマガジン社 are crowdfunding for the launch next spring of “GOLDEN M,” a new MOOK about Western music and supercars from the 70s and 80s.
Our company president Toshihiko Morizane honored as Saunner of the Year 2026
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Toshihiko Morizane, representative director of 株式会社タマディック, has been honored as a recipient of “Saunner of the Year 2026,” announced by sauna creative collective TTNE. His contributions to promoting office saunas and improving well-being were recognized.
Popular game “めっちゃカメレオン” appears at a Jimbocho bookstore! Find chameleons “camouflaged” among the shelves and signs in “リアルめっちゃカメレオン in 書泉グランデ(神保町),” running for a limited time from Friday, November 20!
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株式会社TwoGate will hold “リアルめっちゃカメレオン in 書泉グランデ(神保町),” an immersive event based on LEMORION Co., Ltd.’s popular game “めっちゃカメレオン,” at 書泉グランデ in Jimbocho, Tokyo, from November 20 to December 31, 2026.
Facts
20 million copies sold to date
About 40 chameleons
Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Capital: 30 million yen
Capital: 2.22 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社TwoGate、LEMORION Co., Ltd.、書泉グランデ、Valve Corporation、任天堂、no plan
Alpine announces “Floating Big DA PRO” display audio system with the market’s largest 11.5-inch screen
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アルパインマーケティング株式会社 and アルプスアルパイン株式会社 have announced new products, including the “Floating Big DA PRO” display audio system featuring the market’s largest 11.5-inch screen, with sales set to begin in early December.
８番らーめん × “Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club”: Second collaboration campaign celebrating a “sacred place” and “soul food” to start Wednesday, November 25!
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株式会社ハチバン will launch the second collaboration campaign with “Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club” on November 25, 2026. Stores in Ishikawa, Fukui and Nagano prefectures will sell original menu items and goods and display panels, while a limited-edition package will also be available for preorder through the official online store.
How much overlap is there between top search results and AI citations? Free release of the complete guide to 2027 SEO and AI search marketing trend forecasts
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株式会社くるみバディ has released free of charge “2027 SEO and AI Search Marketing Trend Forecast Guide [Complete Edition],” a white paper forecasting marketing trends in SEO and AI search for 2027.
Facts
2027
190 Google search queries
123 results obtained
Of the 116 results with citations identified
In 104 cases
Up to 10 results
The data was compiled from October 1 to November 11, 2026