Recruitment management system i-web and aptitude test TG-WEB both earn the highest “Leader” rating in the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, with TG-WEB winning for 11 consecutive terms!
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Original株式会社ヒューマネージの採用管理システム『i-web』と適性検査『TG-WEB』が、ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fallで最高位「Leader」に選出され、『i-web』は26期連続、『TG-WEB』は11期連続の受賞となった。
Neakasa to launch its Black Friday early-bird sale on November 13! Popular all-in-one automatic cat litter box sets ¥24,000 off, with pet care appliances also at special prices
Business-focused “Notebook AI” can now export reports with citations to Word
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株式会社ナレッジセンス has added a feature to the Notebook function of its business-focused AI agent “ChatSense” that creates reports with citations based on selected internal documents and lets users download them as editable Word files.
Investment as lead investor in Space Quarters, a company providing systems for assembling and constructing large structures in space
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Global Brain invested as lead investor in Space Quarters, which provides systems for assembling large structures in space. New investments were also made by funds affiliated with Tokyu Construction and キヤノンマーケティングジャパン.
Facts
In June 2026,
In March 2026
In October 2025
Established in June 2022
Established: January 1998
Companies mentioned：グローバル・ブレイン株式会社、Space Quarters、東急建設－GBイノベーション投資事業有限責任組合、AH－GB未来創造投資事業有限責任組合、Canon Marketing Japan MIRAI Fund、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン未来投資事業有限責任組合
The dark fantasy hack-and-slash game Gravemark, designed for one-handed play in portrait mode, launches on the App Store for iOS. Play the game of “one more floor, or turn back?”—what you take home isn’t yours until you make it back.
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株式会社Tokyo hammock and Poppin Games Japan launched the iOS version of the dark fantasy hack-and-slash game “Gravemark” on the App Store on Nov. 12, 2026. The game is free to play and has no paid currency.
That item you’ve been wanting is now up to 90% off! BLACK FRIDAY kicks off at Asian fashion retailer “60%”!
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株式会社シックスティーパーセント, operator of the Asian fashion e-commerce platform “60%,” will hold its major “BLACK FRIDAY 2026” sale from Nov. 12, 2026, with more than 300 brands participating and discounts of up to 90%.
Oshiro, Shiroma, Miyagi… Are all the employees and students surnamed “Shiro”!? “Castle Recruitment,” a mystery-solving event exclusively for university students whose surnames include the character 城, to be held on Dec. 5!
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株式会社いえらぶ琉球 will hold “城採用,” a mystery-solving event exclusively for university students whose surnames include the character 城, on Dec. 5, 2026.
東京芸術劇場, operated by 公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団, will hold theater tours in December 2026. The tours will include a visit to the concert hall and a look at stage setup in the Playhouse. Admission is ¥500, with a capacity of 20 people per session; advance registration is required.
【Chugoku region only】Launching 7 dishes featuring local ingredients and food culture, including Hiroshima greens! “Food Education × Community Support Fair” starts Tuesday, Nov. 17!
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will hold the “Food Education × Community Support Fair” exclusively in the Chugoku region starting Nov. 17, selling 7 products, including items developed in collaboration with students at Hiroshima Municipal Kawauchi Elementary School and products using local ingredients.
Health management through lifestyle habits: How to identify your company’s health challenges and connect them to measures [Webinar on Nov. 25, 2026]
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株式会社パソナ will hold an online webinar on Nov. 25, 2026, for people in charge of health management and well-being, occupational health, and human resources and general affairs.
[Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer National Open Mock Exam] Applications now open for in-person and at-home exams!
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TAC, a professional certification school, began accepting applications on Nov. 13, 2026, for its “Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer National Open Mock Exam,” aimed at passing in the second half of fiscal 2026. Applicants can choose to take the exam at a venue or at home (written or CBT format). The fee is ¥9,000 for the 4-subject package or ¥2,600 for 1 subject.
FoodFes株式会社 will hold “Shining Christmas Market” at イオンモール堺北花田 from Dec. 11 to 25, 2026. The event will feature food, general goods and workshops at 12 booths, as well as a Christmas tree about 10 meters tall.
[DoiiLA楽天市場店] Year-end cleaning support campaign! Get a 20% OFF coupon for eligible cleaning products!
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The “DoiiLA” brand operated by 日本メカケミカル株式会社 will hold a year-end cleaning support campaign at 楽天市場店 from Nov. 15 to Dec. 15, 2026, distributing 20% OFF coupons for eligible products.
株式会社カネカ has signed a sponsorship agreement for “Tsunagu Yokohama Pavilion,” Yokohama City’s exhibition facility at the 2027 Yokohama Green Expo (International Horticultural Expo), and will display future technologies including biodegradable biopolymers and solar cells.
株式会社AuthenticAI has added integrations with Slack and HubSpot to its generative AI platform Maison AI. Users can check and update customer information in HubSpot and retrieve, summarize and post channel conversations in Slack, helping improve business efficiency.
Facts
Capital: ¥69.62 million (including capital reserves)
Would you like to hear about life in Tokachi from people who have already moved there? “Hokkaido Tokachi Online Relocation Seminar” to be held on Dec. 16 (Wed.)!
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十勝総合振興局 will hold the “Hokkaido Tokachi Online Relocation Seminar” on Dec. 16 to promote relocation to the Tokachi region. The seminar will provide information on relocation through testimonials from people who have already moved there and a Q&A session.
[Bens Clinic Yokohama] Special medical HIFU treatment menu featuring “Shrink Universe”
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ベンスクリニック横浜院 is offering a special treatment menu exclusive to its Yokohama clinic using the medical HIFU device “Shrink Universe.” The menu features 2 treatments, Shrink Ultra and Shrink Booster, with options for 100 and 300 shots.
“Live with fragrance”: John’s Blend refreshes 4 flagship products. The 10th-anniversary renewal quietly complements living spaces, updating fragrance concentration and scent duration through a reformulated blend.
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株式会社ノルコーポレーション is marking the 10th anniversary of lifestyle fragrance brand John’s Blend with reformulated blends and refreshed designs for 4 flagship products: air freshener, room mist, fragrance gel and reed diffuser. The products go on sale starting Nov. 10, 2026.
Facts
10th anniversary of the brand's launch
4 flagship fragrance products
On sale sequentially from Nov. 10, 2026 (Tue.)
Fragrance content increased by 1.6% from the previous level
Fragrance content increased by 50% from the previous level
Fragrance content increased by 7% from the previous level
Open House’s U.S. property portfolio surpasses 7,000 buildings; 9 years since launch, with more than 4,000 owners
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The number of properties managed by a U.S. subsidiary of 株式会社オープンハウスグループ surpassed 7,000 buildings as of the end of September 2026, and the number of owners exceeded 4,000.
“The Promised Neverland” original manga lottery launches on “Konami Premium Kuji ONLINE”!
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株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス announced that sales of a new online lottery themed around the manga The Promised Neverland will begin on Nov. 13, 2026, through “Konami Premium Kuji ONLINE.” A repost campaign will also be held on the official X account.
芦屋銀馬車 launches “The Legendary Gold Crab,” a gold bullion piece depicting the claw of a Tango “Taiza crab” in pure gold
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株式会社エスアールシー has launched “The Legendary Gold Crab,” a pure gold bullion piece (600g) modeled on the Taiza crab landed at Taiza Fishing Port on the Tango Peninsula in Kyoto, as well as a pure silver version, “The Legendary Silver Crab” (400g).
WEEL and Data Applications to hold joint seminar on “AI Ready,” supporting corporate use of generative AI
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株式会社データ・アプリケーション and its group company 株式会社WEEL will jointly hold an online seminar, “AI Ready,” on Nov. 27, 2026, to support corporate use of generative AI.
Social Welfare Corporation 絆友会 × のぞみ保育園 hold 4th “Preventing Inappropriate Childcare and Mental Health Training”; all 4 sessions complete
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社会福祉法人絆友会 served as the instructor for the 4th “Preventing Inappropriate Childcare and Mental Health Training,” held on Nov. 6, 2026, at のぞみ保育園 in Higashiyamato, Tokyo. All 4 sessions have now concluded.
Esther Bunny card designs themed around “Sweet Treat” arrive in “Card Connect”!
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株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス is holding a collaboration design event featuring illustrator Esther Kim’s character Esther Bunny in the card-printing game machine “Card Connect.” Original prints and gacha prints themed around “Sweet Treat” are available through Jan. 17, 2027.
Facts
Jan. 17, 2027
8 types in total
5 types in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス、KONAMI、Konami Arcade Games
[Aichi] “ROBO PRIDE show 3.0” event announcement: humanoids, visual inspection AI, physical AI, drones, collaborative robots, AMRs and FA products
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株式会社三機 announces its private exhibition “ROBO PRIDE show3.0,” to be held at its headquarters on Dec. 15 and 16, 2026. The event will introduce exhibited products including humanoids, AI, drones and collaborative robots, and requires advance registration.
Leo Lionni’s beloved classic Frederick, cherished around the world, makes its debut as a silkscreen print!
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A silkscreen print recreating Leo Lionni’s classic picture book Frederick is newly available in a limited edition of 150 prints from 求龍堂. Created in 2025, it is priced at 68,000 yen (excluding tax).
A “Tea Gift Lucky Bag Set” featuring popular products from luxury tea brands “TEA MOTIVATION” and “TEA NAVIGATION” will go on sale for a limited time starting Nov. 13, 2026 (Fri.).
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株式会社タチバナ産業 will launch a limited-time sale of the “Tea Gift Lucky Bag Set,” featuring popular products from luxury tea brands “TEA MOTIVATION” and “TEA NAVIGATION,” starting Nov. 13, 2026.
[Minato City, Tokyo] Discover, learn about and experience what makes 港区 special at Mitsukaru Mirai MINATO — the 11th Minato City Manufacturing, Commerce and Tourism Fair
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The 11th Minato City Manufacturing, Commerce and Tourism Fair, hosted by 港区, will be held on Dec. 5, Reiwa 8, showcasing the appeal of industries in the ward through exhibits and hands-on activities.
From designing fat-transfer breast augmentation to integrating breast cancer treatment and beauty: 6 presentations at the 49th Japan Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (JSAPS) meeting
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6 doctors from THE CLINIC, a cosmetic surgery clinic specializing in liposuction and breast augmentation, presented 6 papers on breast-related topics at the 49th Japan Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (JSAPS) meeting, held in Okinawa in November 2026.
Facts
6 presentations in total
85 presentations in total
23 papers published
25,100 liposuction cases
14,700 breast augmentation cases
Approximately 2,000 cases
552 people in total
77 times
Companies mentioned：THE CLINIC、医療法人社団 THE CLINIC Institute、BUST CLINIC、琉球ホテル&リゾート、PR TIMES
Eclipse Foundation launches Sovereign AI Foundation
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Eclipse Foundation announced the launch of Sovereign AI Foundation, which will help organizations manage their dependence on AI technology and evaluate open-source alternatives. 17 organizations have joined to share expertise and assess projects aimed at achieving AI sovereignty.
Facts
17 organizations are participating
The following 6 focus areas
Monthly downloads are approaching 1 billion
Companies mentioned：Eclipse Foundation、Sovereign AI Foundation、CEA-List、EclipseSource、Engineering Ingegneria Informatica、Ericsson、Eurotech、Infosys、Kentyou、KU Leuven、Open Elements、Red Hat、Renesas Electronics、Robert Bosch、Thales、The IO Foundation、TypeFox、The University of York、Vector Informatik
Showcasing Japanese craftsmanship and aesthetics from the ground up. 全日本革靴工業協同組合連合会 launches its official portal site, “Japanese Leather Shoes,” on Oct. 31!
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全日本革靴工業協同組合連合会 officially launched its portal site “Japanese Leather Shoes (JAPAN LEATHER SHOES)” on Oct. 31, 2026, to widely showcase the country’s outstanding shoemaking techniques and traditions, as well as the diverse appeal of footwear suited to contemporary styles.
Tokyo’s Nerima-based private hot spring 石神癒 launches 3 “温泉花木帖” skincare products focused on naturally derived ingredients and announces plans for a toner
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The private hot spring 石神癒, operated by ガムナミエス合同会社, offers 3 products (cream, soap and face masks) from skincare brand 温泉花木帖, which focuses on Sakakibara hot spring water and naturally derived ingredients, and has announced plans to develop a toner.
Making baby food easier. “Baby Brezza Food Maker,” which automates steaming, chopping and mashing, launches Nov. 18
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株式会社IVGジャパン announced that it will launch the “Baby Brezza Food Maker” in Japan on Nov. 18, 2026. The product, from U.S.-based parenting brand “Baby Brezza,” automates steaming and mashing ingredients. As a launch promotion, it will be sold exclusively through the official online store for ¥16,900 (tax included), a ¥5,000 discount. Those who register on the teaser site will receive an additional ¥1,000 discount coupon.
Facts
Launching in Japan on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
¥21,900 (tax included)
¥5,000 off
16,900 yen (tax included)
1,000 yen off coupon
Products are available in more than 70 countries worldwide
Average rating of 4.5 or higher
Started in the United States in the 1970s as a company developing household textile products
“People with illnesses are pitiful?” Voices from people directly affected help change elementary school students’ perspectives. Inclusive yoga held at 2 schools in Tokyo
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一般社団法人エニワンプロジェクト held inclusive yoga in October 2026 at ドルトン東京学園 and 新宿区立戸山小学校, reporting changes in participants’ attitudes and strong interest in continuing.
A wide head makes it easy to care for unwanted facial and fine hair
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株式会社アピックスインターナショナル will launch the “Facial Smooth Hair Remover (ASD-B10)” in early December from its beauty and grooming appliance brand BEAUM. The device uses a rotating roller to remove unwanted facial and fine hair.
Facts
300,000 units shipped cumulatively under the brand
Emish handled photography, cooking and styling for Instagram creator おと氏’s first recipe book, “I Don’t Cook on Weekdays: Frozen Stock Prepared Once a Week,” going on sale November 13, 2026. おと氏 has approximately 500,000 Instagram followers.
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株式会社エミッシュ handled the photography, cooking and styling for all 71 recipes in おと氏’s first recipe book, “I Don’t Cook on Weekdays: Frozen Stock Prepared Once a Week,” to be released by ワニブックス on November 13, 2026.
Facts
Approximately 500,000 Instagram followers
Scheduled for release on Friday, November 13, 2026
【Streamlining digest production with AI; patent allowance obtained in the United States】Supporting video editing operations in the media and sports industries
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株式会社ユニゾンシステムズ has received a notice of allowance from the 米国特許商標庁 (USPTO) for its proprietary technology that automatically selects key scenes from long-form video and creates digests.
Steam with “mushite” for easy, delicious, healthy meals
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株式会社アピックスインターナショナル will launch the AMS-640 unit and 21 cm and 24 cm bamboo steamers in early December 2026 under its new electric steamer brand, “mushite.”
Now on sale: “CUD & Accessibility Suite,” an Adobe®Photoshop® plugin supporting the review and adjustment of color universal design and accessibility
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株式会社ラムダシステムズ, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社コア, began selling the “CUD & Accessibility Suite” plugin for Adobe Photoshop on October 29, 2026. The product supports the review and adjustment of color universal design and accessibility, and is offered as an annual subscription.
【Held Dec. 2】How have Instagram’s “high-growth posts” changed? NAVICUS’s Instagram media master looks back at 2026 and explains 2027 strategies in a free webinar
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株式会社NAVICUS will hold a free webinar on December 2, 2026, reviewing Instagram posts from 2026 and explaining strategies for 2027.
Subscription to a bank-guaranteed private placement bond (株式会社ＳＨｉＮＫＯ)
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中国銀行 announced on November 13 that it would subscribe to a 70 million yen bank-guaranteed private placement bond (第２回 unsecured corporate bond) issued by 株式会社ＳＨｉＮＫＯ and act as its fiscal agent.
From farm to bottle: Winter-limited kombucha “GINGER GROOVE,” made with organic new ginger from the company’s own farm, launches Nov. 13 (Fri.)
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株式会社大泉工場 will launch its winter-limited kombucha “GINGER GROOVE,” made with organic new ginger from its own farm, in limited quantities starting Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
100% ginger
Net volume: 300ml
Refrigerated (10℃ or below)
Capital: 20,000,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社大泉工場、_SHIP KOMBUCHA、プレマ・オーガニック・ファーム、1110 CAFE/BAKERY、BROOKS GREENLIT CAFE、Goodnature、FUTURE FUN FOOD
株式会社安楽亭 will offer an all-you-can-eat course available any time on weekdays for a limited period from Nov. 16 to Dec. 18. The price is 2,480 yen (2,728 yen including tax), and it can be enjoyed not only at lunchtime but also in the evening. Prices and menus may vary at some locations.
[Shibuya, Dec. 3 (Thu.), 19:00] How will engineers connect in the generative AI era? An exchange event for sharing information on vibe coding and AI development!
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KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社 will host an exchange event for engineers on generative AI and vibe coding at “KOBUSHI BEER LOUNGE & BAR” on Dec. 3, 2026. Minoru Nishino of LongWave株式会社 will be a guest.
Celebrating the brand’s 40th anniversary: Limited-edition release of the medicinal bath additive “旅の宿 40th Anniversary Assortment” ♨ “Favorite 旅の宿 General Election Campaign” to be held at the same time! ♨
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クラシエ株式会社 will release a limited-edition “40th Anniversary Assortment” on Nov. 13, 2026, to mark the 40th anniversary of “旅の宿,” a medicinal bath additive launched in 1986. It will also launch the “Favorite 旅の宿 General Election Campaign.”
Harvest winter vegetables, including daikon and baby Chinese cabbage, at a farming experience event in Takasaki on Nov. 28 (Sat.) [Gunma]
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生活協同組合パルシステム群馬 and 群馬産直協議会「めぐるんま」 will hold a winter vegetable harvesting event in Takasaki on Nov. 28. The final installment of a series, the event aims to foster interaction with producers and food education.
Facts
Contributions: 1.15 billion yen
Membership: 52,000 people
Total business volume: 6.36 billion yen
Total business volume of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
[Survey on awareness of website security] 63.4% feel uneasy when entering personal information!
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A survey on website security awareness by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社アイ・エフ・ティ found that 63.4% feel uneasy when entering personal information, while 35.8% have stopped entering it. “It is a major company” was the most common basis for judging safety, and displaying a vulnerability assessment by a third-party organization increased peace of mind for 55.8% of respondents.
Facts
63.4% said they “sometimes feel uneasy” when entering personal information
Valid responses: 500 samples
35.8% said they had “stopped entering information or switched to another website” because they felt uneasy
50.0% answered, “It is a major company”
55.8% said that displaying a vulnerability assessment by a third-party organization “increases peace of mind”
[Perie Chiba] The B1 dining area expands, with 2 new restaurants opening, creating a new dining space where visitors can enjoy a diverse range of food and spend time as they wish
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株式会社千葉ステーションビル will expand the B1 dining area at Perie Chiba, a commercial facility directly connected to JR Chiba Station, and open 2 restaurants, 月島もんじゃ くうや and 韓国料理bibim', on Dec. 17.
Facts
2 new restaurants will open
The environmental design of the dining area, which will have a total of 12 restaurants, will be revamped
[叡啓大学] Eikei University’s volleyball team will make its first appearance at the National Mixed Volleyball Tournament
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The 叡啓大学 volleyball team will make its first appearance at the 21st National Mixed Volleyball Tournament, part of the 36th National Sports Festival, to be held in Dec. 2026.
“ABEMA” to premiere the film “花まんま” free for 1 week, from Nov. 16, 2026 (Mon.) to Nov. 22, 2026 (Sun.): Ryohei Suzuki and Kasumi Arimura co-star for the first time as siblings in a story of family love and bonds revolving around mysterious memories
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ABEMA announced that it will premiere the live-action film “花まんま,” starring Ryohei Suzuki and Kasumi Arimura together for the first time as siblings, free for 1 week starting Nov. 16, 2026.
[京都精華大学] “Kyoto Seika University Assistant Exhibition 2026,” a group exhibition by assistants from 7 departments in the Faculty of Art, to be held at Gallery Terra-S on the Kyoto Seika University campus
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京都精華大学 will hold “Kyoto Seika University Assistant Exhibition 2026,” a group exhibition by assistants from 7 departments in the Faculty of Art, at Gallery Terra-S on campus.
Why is a Mie Prefecture transport company opening a yakitori restaurant in Nakameguro, Tokyo? Why 裕進運輸 is venturing into the food service business
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三重県 transport company 有限会社裕進運輸 opened “中目黒 焼鳥B8” in Nakameguro, Tokyo, on Oct. 14, 2026, as a franchise of the Osaka-born yakitori brand “B Series.” The company aims to expand into the food service business and transform the image of the transportation industry.
Facts
Oct. 14, 2026
With just 10 seats
Second store
3-minute walk
Companies mentioned：有限会社裕進運輸、株式会社Mab、crack株式会社、IC4DESIGN Studio
ふじみ野市 will hold “The 31st Fureai Plaza” at the Civic Exchange Plaza on Dec. 5, Reiwa 8, in conjunction with Disability Week. The program is scheduled to include an opening performance by Kensei Maekawa, an awards ceremony for the art contest, the sale of vocational products and a boccia experience.
株式会社チヨダ to air a new TV commercial featuring Hanako and Rikka Ihara nationwide starting Nov. 13 (Fri.) — “90th Anniversary Grand Appreciation Festival” and “Color tights go well with Spat”
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株式会社チヨダ will air a new TV commercial nationwide starting Nov. 13, featuring comedy trio Hanako and actress Rikka Ihara, to mark its 90th anniversary. A 90th anniversary appreciation festival will also begin on the same day, with Spat shoes and shoes from various brands offered at discounted prices.
【Yokosuka City hometown tax donations】Attention anyone who owns a vacant house in 横須賀市! The Silver Human Resources Center's vacant-home management service is now available through hometown tax donations!
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横須賀市 has begun offering the vacant-home management service of 公益社団法人横須賀市シルバー人材センター as a hometown tax donation thank-you gift through platforms including ふるさとチョイス.
【Learn authentic contemporary Italian】Online seminar on Italian reading comprehension: “Italian home life” (for A1 level and above)
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カフェトーク will hold the 13th installment of its online Italian seminar series, “Italian Home Life,” on Nov. 27, 2026, led by Paola, a native Italian instructor fluent in Japanese.
“Security BLAZE 2026,” held Nov. 11 (Wed.) and 12 (Thu.), to be made available as an on-demand archive
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株式会社網屋 will make an on-demand archive of “Security BLAZE 2026,” its cybersecurity event held on Nov. 11 and 12, 2026, available free of charge for a limited time through Nov. 26, 2026.
Bike-share service 『チャリチャリ』 wins the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the Product Safety Measures Excellent Company Awards (PS Awards)
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チャリチャリ株式会社, operator of the bike-share service “チャリチャリ,” won the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award in the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises: Manufacturers and Importers category at the Product Safety Measures Excellent Company Awards (PS Awards 2026), organized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
TOPPAN to exhibit at Singapore FinTech Festival 2026, one of the world's largest fintech events, in Singapore
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TOPPAN株式会社, a group company of TOPPAN Holdings, will exhibit at Singapore FinTech Festival 2026, held in Singapore from Nov. 18 to 20, 2026, and present use cases for the corporate digital certificate vLEI.
Facts
Original2026年11月18日（水）から20日（金）
Booth No.: 5G19
Companies mentioned：TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、TOPPAN株式会社、Monetary Authority of Singapore、Global Finance & Technology Network
Opening today, Nov. 13! “The Little Prince: A Journey Through the Sky in Search of What Matters,” marking the 80th anniversary of its publication in France
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The special event “The Little Prince: A Journey Through the Sky in Search of What Matters,” marking the 80th anniversary of the book's publication in France, opened on Nov. 13, 2026, at Tokyo City View, the observation deck at Roppongi Hills operated by 森ビル株式会社.
Facts
80th anniversary of its French publication
41 rare drawings
70 books published around the world
Originalおひとり様1会計につき4,000円（税込）ごとに
10 winners selected by lottery
Participation fee: ¥5,000 per session
Admission: ¥2,400 for adults
Companies mentioned：森ビル株式会社、フタバ株式会社、日本郵便株式会社、Medialink Group Limited、カラーキネティクス・ジャパン、博報堂、ムービック・プロモートサービス、ローソンエンタテインメント、ジャンナッツ パリ
【Manpei Hotel】Manpei Hotel Premium Gift Hamper 2026, bringing together the charms of 万平ホテル and Shinshu in a single basket, now on sale
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万平ホテル will release the limited-edition “Manpei Hotel Premium Gift Hamper 2026,” featuring the charms of Shinshu, on Dec. 16, with reservations opening Nov. 13. Priced at ¥88,000, the hamper is limited to 50 pieces.
Facts
On sale starting Dec. 16, 2026 (Wed.)
Reservations open starting Nov. 13, 2026 (Fri.)
28 carefully selected items arranged in an original basket with a retro lily-of-the-valley pattern
【Grant recipients sought】Applications open for the 6th “Social Good Fund” (Nov. 13–Dec. 24, 2026)
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公益財団法人日本フィランソロピック財団 has opened applications for grants from the 6th “Social Good Fund.” Eligible organizations operate in Japan and support children and young people through their 20s. A planned total of ¥20 million will be distributed among approximately 10–15 organizations. Applications are open from Nov. 13 to Dec. 24, 2026.
Facts
Total grant amount: ¥20 million (planned)
Original１件あたりの助成金額：50万円～200万円
Number of selected organizations: approximately 10–15
Collaboration project between AQUOS televisions and singer-songwriter Ayaka
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シャープ is launching a collaboration project between AQUOS televisions and singer-songwriter Ayaka, with in-store demo videos and a special website going live Nov. 16.
As part of its “Aomori, a treasure trove of food” project, 青森県 held a talk event on Nov. 12, 2026, at the Chinese restaurant スーツァンレストラン陳 渋谷 in Shibuya, Tokyo. Governor Soichiro Miyashita, Takefumi Hamada and Chef Kazutoyo Inoue took the stage and discussed the appeal of locally produced ingredients and efforts to build their brands.
“Snow is falling in the middle of the city.” THE SNOW CHRISTMAS 2026, featuring snow, art and culture experiences, to be held Dec. 19 and 20
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THE SNOW CHRISTMAS実行委員会（株式会社Embedded Blue、ファイブメディット株式会社） will hold “THE SNOW CHRISTMAS 2026” at MEGURO MARC on Dec. 19 and 20, 2026, featuring a snowy plaza, a Christmas market and more.
Facts
December 19 (Sat.) and 20 (Sun.), 2026
Original1口1万円
Approximately 100 kg of snow
11:00〜19:00
Companies mentioned：株式会社Embedded Blue、ファイブメディット株式会社、THE SNOW CHRISTMAS実行委員会、MEGURO MARC
Men’s eyebrow salon “M'sアイブロウ” opens its first Kyushu location, the Fukuoka Tenjin store, and seeks franchisees nationwide. Initial costs start at ¥3.35 million; one franchisee recouped its investment in its 7th month of operation
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株式会社M'sアイブロウ opened its first Kyushu location, “M'sアイブロウ 福岡天神店,” on October 30, 2026, and stepped up recruitment of franchisees nationwide. Initial costs start at ¥3.35 million, and the Kyoto Karasuma store recouped its investment in its 7th month of operation.
株式会社Kasanali marks its 1st anniversary. In its 2nd year, it will extend ad production to small and midsize businesses and strengthen its social media strategy
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株式会社Kasanali marked its 1st anniversary and will focus in its 2nd year on supporting advertising production for small and midsize businesses, in addition to major brands, and strengthening its social media strategy. Over the past 1 year, it has produced more than 1,000 creative assets and recorded 1.746 million views on its own Instagram Reels.
Facts
We have directed and produced more than 1,000 advertising creative assets, including still images and videos
The first Reel received 1.746 million views without any paid promotion
The elusive autumn-leaf viewing party Hideyoshi dreamed of. “Autumn Night Viewing” at the World Heritage site 総本山醍醐寺 | November 20 (Fri.)–December 6 (Sun.), 2026
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The World Heritage site 総本山醍醐寺 in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, will hold “Autumn Night Viewing” from November 20 to December 6, 2026. Under the theme of the “elusive autumn-leaf viewing party” dreamed of by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the temple’s National Treasure pagodas and autumn leaves will be illuminated. Buddhist chants and goma fire rituals will also be held.
ASAGI Labs × シンガポール国立大学 (NUS): International conference “HLMC 2026” to connect cutting-edge longevity research with Japan’s traditional “yojo” health practices, held in Tokyo November 18–20
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一般財団法人ASAGI Labs, together with シンガポール国立大学 (NUS) Faculty of Medicine’s Healthy Longevity Translational Research Programme, SAKRA and SARA, will hold the international conference “HLMC 2026” at 順天堂大学’s Ogawa Auditorium in Tokyo from November 18–20, 2026. The theme is “Quantifying Aging: AI and Aging Clocks in Precision Health.”
Facts
Original2026年11月18日（水）～20日（金）
10 startups
More than 200 researchers and students from Japan and overseas
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人ASAGI Labs、シンガポール国立大学、NUS、NUS Medicine HLTRP、SAKRA、SARA、順天堂大学、東北大学、中国医学科学院、北京協和医学院、慶應義塾大学、德川記念財団、Heartseed株式会社、ASAGI Labs Ventures、NUSX BLOCK71 Japan、博報堂DYホールディングス、デロイト トーマツ、GlobalDeal
Supporting small and midsize businesses’ security by working alongside them to build their organizations; wins the security category of the 2026 SMB Excellent Company Awards
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株式会社アクティブスペシャリスト won the security category of the “2026 SMB Excellent Company Awards,” organized by 一般社団法人企業価値調査機構 in November 2026. Rather than implementing security products, the company provides hands-on consulting focused on building organizations and rules and developing talent.
NEC × Chronicle produce internal podcast to explore the future with the CFO through “numbers”
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クロニクル株式会社 is responsible for planning and producing NEC’s internal podcast “Amemiya Talk: Reading the Numbers.” NEC CFO Kunihiro Amemiya and Jumpei Sakai appear on the program, which will begin airing 2 times a month from mid-October 2026.
Facts
Mid-Oct. 2026
2 times a month
July 1899
More than 125 years
January 2022
About 1,000 per year
More than 100,000 people
Companies mentioned：クロニクル株式会社、日本電気株式会社、NEC、SUBJECT WORKS株式会社、Podcast Studio Chronicle
A seamless inbound journey of “today, here, just us.” Locally rooted guide service DAISETSUZAN EXPERIENCE launches
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合同会社若色商店 has launched DAISETSUZAN EXPERIENCE, a guide company operating in Hokkaido’s Daisetsuzan National Park. It offers small-group tours led by professional nature guides and emphasizes support for inbound visitors and environmental consideration.
Facts
Moved to Higashikawa Town in 2000
The “Hokkaido AT Guide System,” established in 2023
Climb to the alpine zone at an elevation of 1,600 m
焼肉 とらちゃん 法善寺横丁 began accepting advance reservations through its official website on November 13 ahead of its grand opening on December 1, 2026. Details of its 5 signature menu items and Kobe beef luxury course have been released.
[One night only, 12/18] Ehime natives collaborate for a special winter dinner: “時地人 – JIJIJIN Matsuyama” in Tobe × Chef Riku Yakushijin of Tokyo. Accommodation packages also available.
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The Tobe, Ehime Prefecture, auberge “時地人 – JIJIJIN Matsuyama” will welcome Tokyo-born chef Riku Yakushijin as a guest for a one-night-only collaborative dinner on December 18, 2026. An accommodation package with dinner is also available.
Facts
Limited to 36 seats total
Price: ¥35,000 per person, including tax and service charge
Original料金：135,000円〜（1室2名様）
Dec. 18, 2026 (Fri.)
A new location is scheduled to open in spring 2027
Move beyond paper-based personnel evaluations and spot employees’ desire to quit sooner. Care Career, an HR system specializing in welfare services, receives a complete overhaul
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株式会社スターコンサルティンググループ completely revamped “Care Career®,” its HR system for nursing care, disability welfare and childcare organizations, on November 13, 2026. The system replaces paper- and Excel-based evaluations with a smartphone-based process, makes new employee development visible, and enables early detection of turnover risks through its new “Workstyle Survey” feature. A campaign offering free initial setup is available to the first 10 organizations.
Facts
Completely revamped on November 13, 2026
Initial setup fee for the first 10 organizations
Normally ¥50,000, before tax
For applications received through December 25, 2026
Turnover rate: 12.4%
13.7% across all industries
Monthly fee: ¥15,000, before tax
Fixed fee for up to 300 employees
Supported the management of more than 500 organizations
Audient announces new “iD Desktop” series with room correction built into the unit
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Original株式会社Hotone Japanは、英国のプロオーディオブランドAudientの新しいデスクトップ・オーディオインターフェース「iD2」「iD2+」「iD4+」を2026年11月15日より発売する。新シリーズはルーム補正機能「RoomTune™」、アナログ音作り機能「Analogue Tone Suite」、内蔵DSPなどを統合し、最大75dBのマイクゲインと32-bit変換に対応する。
Facts
On sale starting Nov. 15, 2026
Up to 75dB of microphone gain
32-bit conversion
Sample rates up to 192kHz
Estimated retail price, including tax: 54,450 yen
Estimated retail price, including tax: 79,800 yen
Estimated retail price, including tax: 118,800 yen
Survey of Google Maps listings for 75 lodging facilities finds that 68% do not display their official websites in the price list, while 72% of inns do not respond to reviews they have viewed