# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-13 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 9 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 984 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 186 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## E-commerce trade publication “日本ネット経済新聞” launches paid “Premium Membership” service on its web media platform

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:42:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000043885.html
- anchor: #n3866967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本流通産業新聞社、日本ネット経済新聞、日本ネット経済新聞 ウェブメディア

“日本ネット経済新聞 ウェブメディア,” operated by 株式会社日本流通産業新聞社, launched its paid “Premium Membership” service in October 2026. For 2,000 yen per month or 22,000 yen per year, it offers exclusive articles, original research data, seminar archive videos and more.

Facts:
- October 2026
- Monthly plan: 2,000 yen
- Annual plan: 22,000 yen

## 浮気相手が「ソウルメイト」？～純愛W不倫を終わらせる方法

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000164219.html
- anchor: #n3866968
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RCL、NPO法人日本家族問題相談連盟、サーベロイド

A survey conducted by 株式会社RCL found that 18.3% of married men and women had had an affair, and 44.8% of them had been involved in an affair with another married person. Overall, 17.8% saw their affair partner as a “soul mate,” a tendency more common among people in their 30s.

Facts:
- 18.3% had been involved with someone of the opposite sex other than their spouse
- 44.8% had experienced an affair involving another married person (including those whose partner was married and those who said both applied)
- 17.8% overall considered their affair partner an “irreplaceable person (soul mate)”
- People in their 30s accounted for the largest share, at 35.6%
- Survey by RCL (475 married men and women)
- Of the 365 people who had experience maintaining a relationship with a married person of the opposite sex

## 株式会社RECEPTIONIST, an investee of a CVC fund, newly lists on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:37:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000975.000000168.html
- anchor: #n3866969
- Companies mentioned: トレイダーズホールディングス株式会社、株式会社RECEPTIONIST、インベストメントLab株式会社、i-LabCVC1号有限責任事業組合

株式会社RECEPTIONIST, an investee of the CVC fund of トレイダーズホールディングス株式会社, newly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market on November 10, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 10, 2026
- Securities code: 660A
- April 2023
- Total assets under management: 1 billion yen
- Fund term: 10 years
- Established: January 2016
- Established: February 2020

## Launch of offering for the retail collective investment designated money trust “E-Trust (guaranteed by 三菱UFJ銀行) 株式会社ベルク No. 1”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:35:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000036656.html
- anchor: #n3866970
- Companies mentioned: 三菱ＵＦＪ信託銀行株式会社、三菱UFJ信託銀行、三菱UFJ銀行、株式会社ベルク

三菱UFJ信託銀行 has launched an offering for the retail collective investment designated money trust “E-Trust (guaranteed by 三菱UFJ銀行) 株式会社ベルク No. 1.” The trust invests in loan receivables to 株式会社ベルク, is guaranteed by 三菱UFJ銀行, and has a projected annual distribution rate of 1.40%.

Facts:
- 1.40% per year
- Approximately 6–8 stores per year
- 2030
- A network of 180 stores

## Turning rural communities from recipients of “support” into targets for “measurement and investment.” Book “企業×農山漁村 共創インパクト,” edited by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and リディラバ, to go on sale October 14

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:34:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000046389.html
- anchor: #n3866971
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ridilover、リディラバ、株式会社時事通信出版局、株式会社時事通信社

The book “企業×農山漁村 共創インパクト,” co-edited by 株式会社Ridilover and Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, will be released on October 14, 2026. This practical guide aims to shift rural communities from recipients of “support” to targets for “measurement and investment,” and to build win-win relationships with companies.

Facts:
- Released on Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Approximately 80% of people working in the sector are now 60 or older
- 7 practical examples from across Japan
- List price: 2,500 yen + tax

## Deep devotion to the Buddhist teachings, alongside efforts to lower barriers to participation—the “Buddhist Attire Project” launches to support the lives of nenbutsu practitioners in an era of declining birthrates and an aging population

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000135464.html
- anchor: #n3866983
- Companies mentioned: 光顔寺、浄土真宗本願寺派、魚津祖廟 本照寺、富山祖廟 光明寺、石動本坊、あいの風とやま鉄道、IRいしかわ鉄道

浄土真宗本願寺派の光顔寺が、少子高齢化時代における念仏者の支えとなるよう、境内や納骨堂へのお参り時に着用できる良質なネクタイを無償で配布する「仏前身だしなみプロジェクト」を開始した。

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- Tuesday, Dec. 1
- July 2027
- 3,000 yen or more
- Up to 2
- Up to 1

## Lead accel、ニューチェーンテクノロジーズと共同研究を開始

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000173781.html
- anchor: #n3866982
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lead accel、Lead accel社、Lead accel、ニューチェーンテクノロジーズ株式会社、ニューチェーンテクノロジーズ社

株式会社Lead accel and ニューチェーンテクノロジーズ have launched joint research on transmuting long-lived fission products (LLFP) using an accelerator-driven subcritical reactor (ADS). Both are startups certified by Institute of Science Tokyo, and will work together on technology development and evaluation of scenarios for social implementation.

Facts:
- No. 20
- No. 14
- About 2.14 million years
- About 7,370 years
- About 15.7 million years
- About 210,000 years

## Applications open Nov. 15 for “COCORO RAP CONTEST 2027,” a rap contest judged on “feeling, not skill” and open to elementary school students; crowdfunding to keep the stage free to enter launches at the same time

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000186078.html
- anchor: #n3866981
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人COCORO CANVAS、For Good

NPO法人COCORO CANVAS will open applications on Nov. 15, 2026, for “COCORO RAP CONTEST 2027,” a rap contest open to elementary school students. Crowdfunding to support holding the event free of charge, with a target of 800,000 yen, will also launch on the same day.

Facts:
- November 15, 2026
- Target amount: 800,000 yen
- 108 entries received
- 10 finalist groups
- Feb. 7, 2027
- Prize money of 100,000 yen

## A new post-bath staple at Gero Onsen: a yogurt specialty shop opens

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000167823.html
- anchor: #n3866980
- Companies mentioned: 下呂商工会、下呂市、下呂ヨーグルト、古田養蜂園、高山市久々野町の果樹園

Yogurt specialty shop 下呂ヨーグルト opened at Gero Onsen on Nov. 13, 2026. It will sell 5 products made with ingredients sourced in the prefecture, including Hirugano 3.6 milk, using a lactose-breakdown process. 下呂商工会 supported the launch.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- All 5 products
- Milk fat content of 3.6% or more
- Hours: 10:00–17:00

## Capturing gait characteristics in cerebellar stroke through leg and trunk movements: Neurorehabilitation Research Center

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000192006.html
- anchor: #n3866979
- Companies mentioned: 畿央大学

A research team at 畿央大学 measured the gait of 55 patients with cerebellar stroke and 56 healthy participants using compact inertial sensors. The team found that patients with more severe ataxia showed less forward-and-backward movement of the entire leg, as well as distinctive differences in the magnitude and regularity of trunk acceleration.

Facts:
- 55 patients with cerebellar stroke
- 56 healthy participants
- A total of 8 compact inertial sensors

## 株式会社DELTA releases “Cloud Cost Diagnostic Report,” compiling results from 206 cloud cost assessments; median potential savings equal about 16% of monthly costs and are not correlated with workforce size

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000108676.html
- anchor: #n3866978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DELTA、Flexera社、経済産業省

株式会社DELTA released a report, “Cloud Costs Are a Management Issue: A Practical Guide to Cloud FinOps Through Data,” compiling results from 206 cloud cost assessments conducted from 2022 to 2026. The median potential savings amounted to about 16% of monthly costs, with little correlation to workforce size.

Facts:
- 3,517 cost-cutting measures proposed
- About 40% among the top 10%
- 29% share of cloud spending that organizations themselves estimate is wasteful
- The so-called “digital deficit” is expected to reach about 8 trillion yen by 2030

## With child NISA attracting attention, financial literacy is also being taught in the developmental support field. Kids Money School held at “シエル,” a child development support and after-school day service

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000056583.html
- anchor: #n3866977
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本こどもの生き抜く力育成協会、株式会社IDSE、GOEN株式会社、キッズ・マネー・スクールごえん校

The “Kids Money School” financial education program, supervised by 一般社団法人日本こどもの生き抜く力育成協会, was held at “シエル,” a child development support facility in Machida, Tokyo, operated by 株式会社IDSE. The program provided financial education for families receiving developmental support ahead of the launch of child NISA.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- About 11 children
- 3 groups of parents
- January 2027

## Runner-up overall at the ET Robocon 2026 Kyushu regional competition! 2nd in driving and 1st in design earn a place at the national competition for 麻生情報ビジネス専門学校福岡校

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000055901.html
- anchor: #n3866976
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人麻生塾、麻生情報ビジネス専門学校福岡校、麻生情報ビジネス専門学校、麻生専門学校グループ、一般社団法人組込みシステム技術協会

A team of 6 students from 麻生情報ビジネス専門学校福岡校 placed second overall in the Basic Class at the ET Robocon 2026 Kyushu regional competition, earning a place in the national championship to be held at Pacifico Yokohama in November.

Facts:
- A team of 6 students in the AI field
- 2nd in the driving competition
- 1st in the model judging, which evaluates the design
- National championship (Nov. 18 (Wed.)–20 (Fri.)
- About 200 teams from across the country will participate
- Established in 1939
- Operates 12 vocational schools and upper secondary schools
- More than 72,000 graduates

## Free release of a practical guide to using AI for skills transfer in factories, with 15 prompts

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000320.000002500.html
- anchor: #n3866975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コミクス、労働政策研究・研修機構

株式会社コミクス has released a free practical guide on note for the manufacturing industry covering skills transfer and data preparation. The guide includes 15 practical exercises and prompts for creating procedure manuals from recordings of veteran workers, and also cites survey findings from 労働政策研究・研修機構.

Facts:
- 4,262 companies responded
- Combined, the figure was 65.6%
- Reaching 85.5%
- It was 63.0%
- Highest at 77.8%
- Organized into 15 chapters
- A 10-minute interview with a veteran worker
- A track record of 304 companies

## [Results report for performance-based telemarketing service] 営業ハック announces that its “Apo 100” service secured 628 leads in October 2026.

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000708.000050843.html
- anchor: #n3866974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社営業ハック、営業ハック

株式会社営業ハック announced that its performance-based telemarketing service “Apo 100” secured 628 leads in October 2026, as part of a report on the service’s results.

Facts:
- Total leads in 2026: 6406

## “A watch that alerted wearers to appointments on their wrist in the era before smartphones”: 1950s ルクルト “LECOULTRE Wrist Alarm 10K GF 1950s,” a watch that signals appointments with sound, now in stock.

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000918.000016079.html
- anchor: #n3866973
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PRINCIPE prive、PRINCIPE PRIVE - Epoca d'Oro、PRINCIPE privé、ルクルト、LECOULTRE、ジャガー・ルクルト

1950年代のルクルト「LECOULTRE Wrist Alarm 10K GF」がPRINCIPE PRIVE - Epoca d'Oroに入荷。約35mmの10金張りケースに手巻きアラームムーブメントCal.814を搭載し、販売価格は¥548,000（税込）。

Facts:
- 1950s
- About 35mm
- ¥548,000
- 17 jewels
- 18,000 vibrations per hour

## EV tuk-tuk sharing service launches in Nishikan Ward, Niigata City

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002302.000032951.html
- anchor: #n3866972
- Companies mentioned: 愛宕商事株式会社、株式会社トゥクサイト、NSGグループ、株式会社NSGホールディングス

愛宕商事 and トゥクサイト will launch an EV tuk-tuk sharing service in Nishikan Ward, Niigata City, on Nov. 14, 2026.

Facts:
- From Nov. 14, 2026
- Seats 3, including the driver
- Can travel about 70km
- 30 minutes: 1,100 yen
- 6 hours: 4,400 yen
- Capital: 65 million yen
- Employees: 303

## Analysis of 365 seats in local assemblies in Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, Yokohama and Kobe. “議会のミカタ” unveils a policy-tracking data platform

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:25:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000161263.html
- anchor: #n3866842
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KICKs、京都新聞デジタル

株式会社KICKsは、京都・大阪・名古屋・横浜・神戸の5市会における計365議席を対象とした政策追跡データ基盤『議会のミカタ』を公開した。本プラットフォームはAIを活用して公文書を構造化し、市民が政治を客観的に検証できる環境を提供する。

Facts:
- 365 seats
- 73 major issues
- 190 policy points of contention
- Nov. 13, 2026

## Bringing Ehime’s food to Kyushu: 18 prefectural businesses to exhibit at FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 <Kyushu>

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:22:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000168820.html
- anchor: #n3866843
- Companies mentioned: 愛媛県商工会連合会、FOOD STYLE JAPAN

愛媛県商工会連合会は、令和8年11月18日・19日にマリンメッセ福岡で開催される食品商談展示会「FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026＜九州＞」に県内18事業者を擁する合同ブースを出展し、販路開拓を目指す。

Facts:
- 18 businesses from the prefecture
- 13 societies of commerce and industry
- More than 1,300 companies (according to the organizer)
- FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026

## Is it true that educational attainment can be predicted from DNA?

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:22:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000084081.html
- anchor: #n3866844
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社seeDNA、seeDNA

Educational attainment trends can be estimated through statistical associations across thousands of DNA regions rather than a single gene. The “DNA Score” test offered by seeDNA analyzes 9 regions and calculates a score, with results available for 24,800 yen.

Facts:
- 43% attributable to genetic factors
- Data from 193,518 twins
- 3,952 SNPs
- Expanded to a scale of about 3 million people
- Prevalence among Japanese people is 69.9%
- 94.6% worldwide
- Explains 12%–16% of individual differences in educational attainment
- Analyzes 9 regions
- Cost: 24,800 yen

## A retreat space born from a project to “learn and build” a sauna amid the natural beauty of Hachijojima

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:21:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000089751.html
- anchor: #n3866845
- Companies mentioned: サウナイデア株式会社、SAUNaiDEA、自由大学、NARVI社、八丈テラス

サウナイデア株式会社 oversaw the sauna design for the retreat facility “八丈テラス Sauna & Retreat” on Hachijojima, Tokyo. In collaboration with 自由大学’s “Sauna Creation Studies,” it carried out a project in which students took part in the construction.

Facts:
- About 300 km south of Tokyo
- A site of about 560 tsubo
- Limited to 40 groups per year
- Conducted in February 2026
- Just 55 minutes from Haneda

## ICMG Group to hold external seminar, “How to Leverage Intangible Assets Through an Understanding of the Essence of Corporate Governance”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000137913.html
- anchor: #n3866848
- Companies mentioned: ICMG Group、Future Center Tokyo、東京電力、中部電力、国連UNDP、Sequoia Capital、Google、Tiger Global Management

On Oct. 15, 2026, ICMG Group held a seminar in Marunouchi, Tokyo, titled “How to Leverage Intangible Assets Through an Understanding of the Essence of Corporate Governance,” with 21 participants. Against the backdrop of the July 2026 revision to the code, the company supports efforts to enhance corporate value through “offensive” governance and make intellectual capital visible.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 21 business representatives
- July 2026
- 4 key points
- For more than 25 years

## “Gemini” searches rise about 6 times in 1 year, narrowing gap with ChatGPT from 7 times to 2.5 times — Claude at 4.4 times, according to TECH NOISY

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000188360.html
- anchor: #n3866847
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TRY Link、TECH NOISY、OpenAI、Google、Anthropic、Microsoft

株式会社TRY Link運営のAI情報メディア「TECH NOISY」による調査結果によると、GeminiのGoogle検索数は過去1年で約5.9倍に増加し、ChatGPTとの差は7倍から2.5倍に縮まった。Claudeも4.4倍の伸びを示した。

Facts:
- About 5.9 times the previous year's level
- Rose to 14.59 million searches
- The gap with ChatGPT has narrowed from about 7 times the previous year's level to about 2.5 times
- Claude was up about 4.4 times
- ChatGPT was up about 2.1 times

## For year-end and winter gifts: Save up to 1,300 yen on shipping for 鎌倉ウィッチ! “Winter Shipping Campaign” offering a flat 800 yen nationwide starts Nov. 15

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000166308.html
- anchor: #n3866846
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社ケイワン、鎌倉ウィッチ、ルミネ、小田急百貨店、テラスモール湘南、キュービックプラザ新横浜

有限会社ケイワン will run a campaign offering flat-rate nationwide shipping of 800 yen on eligible 鎌倉ウィッチ products starting Nov. 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Flat-rate nationwide shipping: 800 yen
- From Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Produces an average of 10,000–11,000 units per day

## 【国が区切るセキュリティの期限14件】これから来る予定を1本の時間軸に並べ、その日までに当社の公開資料で先に動ける所を1行ずつ添えた1枚（2026年11月13日時点・Excel・PDF）を公開

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:17:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000187370.html
- anchor: #n3866849
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社SecuROI、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、経済産業省、国家サイバー統括室

合同会社SecuROI released a document (PDF/Excel) organizing 14 national cybersecurity-related deadlines chronologically and outlining its own preparations and guidance for tracking progress for each deadline.

Facts:
- Evaluation bodies to be announced in late December 2026
- Applications to open in March 2027
- Materials available (some can be opened from the list now; 10 items)
- To be released (in preparation; 2 items)
- Not covered by our company (outside the scope of our materials; 2 items)

## QommonsAI training held in Aibetsu, Hokkaido — Participants learn through group work how to use generative AI in their daily work

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:14:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000808.000088829.html
- anchor: #n3866674
- Companies mentioned: Polimill株式会社、QommonsAI

On Oct. 20, 2026, Polimill株式会社 held a training session on using generative AI “QommonsAI” for staff of Aibetsu, Hokkaido. Participants learned how to apply it to their work through group activities, and interest in security also increased.

Facts:
- Oct. 20, 2026
- 39 people on site
- 12 online attendees
- Approximately 1,100 or more municipalities nationwide
- Used by approximately 600,000 people

## 無動力雨水純水化システム「ecowin WATER」の技術が「令和8年度 九州地方発明表彰 中小企業庁長官賞」を受賞

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000174403.html
- anchor: #n3866684
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エコファクトリー、公益社団法人発明協会、中小企業庁

株式会社エコファクトリーが開発した無動力雨水純水化システム「ecowin WATER」の技術が、公益社団法人発明協会主催の「令和8年度 九州地方発明表彰」において中小企業庁長官賞を受賞した。

Facts:
- About 19%
- 43.5 million yen
- 22 people

## “HANAMIYA,” an accommodation blending Kyoto’s traditional crafts and nature

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000025778.html
- anchor: #n3866683
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TCI研究所、日吉屋、HIYOSHIYA Craft Lab、Shiki Properties、シキ・プロパティー、パビリオンデザイン ジャパンスタジオ、エムシー・キャピタル・アドバイザリー株式会社、MGM設計一級建築士事務所、80建築設計事務所、株式会社大安組、京都アンプリチュード株式会社、ローバー都市建築事務所

HIYOSHIYA Craft Lab, operated by Kyoto’s long-established Japanese umbrella maker 日吉屋, handled interior design, FFE and art curation for “HANAMIYA,” an accommodation facility scheduled to open in winter 2026. With the concept of “Emotional Connection,” it aims to offer an experience in which traditional crafts and nature harmonize.

Facts:
- Scheduled to open in winter 2026
- 6 rooms in total

## Perixx launches new gray color for its 55mm replacement trackball, “PERIPRO-304”!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000108730.html
- anchor: #n3866682
- Companies mentioned: Perixx、Perixx Computer GmbH、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahooショッピング、Kensington

Germany’s Perixx has launched a new gray color for its 55mm replacement trackball, “PERIPRO-304.”

Facts:
- 55mm in diameter
- In 2006
- Launch price: 4,499 yen

## まいにち株式会社 conducts demonstration test assuming drone delivery of portable toilets during disasters

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000032971.html
- anchor: #n3866681
- Companies mentioned: まいにち株式会社

Drawing on lessons from the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake, まいにち株式会社 conducted a demonstration test of using drones to transport portable toilets and other relief supplies to evacuation centers and isolated households when roads are cut off during a disaster.

Facts:
- Assuming 70 people are sheltering at an elementary school
- Assuming 9 households and 15 people are sheltering at home (4 people/1 household, 2 people/3 households, 1 person/5 households)
- The expiration period is 10 years
- Our company was founded in April 1974
- Established in November 1980
- Flight distance: about 580m one way
- Elevation difference: about 25m

## Young people and prefectural government employees discuss Fukui tourism in 2030 at the “2026 Fiscal Year 1st Fukui Future Creation Summit”; event report released on November 2, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000133687.html
- anchor: #n3866680
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Re-Generation、福井県、PLAYCE

一般社団法人Re-Generation, in partnership with 福井県, held the 1st “Fukui Future Creation Summit” on September 16, 2026. Young people and prefectural government employees discussed tourism policy for 2030 that leverages the effects of the Hokuriku Shinkansen opening, and a report was released.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
- A total of 72 people took part
- Tourism spending in 2025 totaled 198.7 billion yen
- The number of tourist visits was 21.44 million
- 88.9% of respondents

## GLOBALTREE, S.C.P. Japan and 筑波大学・TIAS2.0 hold a 3-session “International Exchange Program Through Sports”! Around 75 children from Tochigi and Saitama enjoy “differences” with international students from 5 countries

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000080309.html
- anchor: #n3866679
- Companies mentioned: ハッピーライフケア株式会社、ハッピーホールディングス株式会社、GLOBALTREE、S.C.P. Japan、一般社団法人 S.C.P. Japan、筑波大学、TIAS2.0、つくば国際スポーツアカデミー

ハッピーライフケア株式会社 (GLOBALTREE), in partnership with S.C.P. Japan and 筑波大学・TIAS2.0, held 3 sessions of its “International Exchange Program Through Sports” in Tochigi and Saitama prefectures from September to November 2026. A total of 6 international students from Iran, Seychelles, Jordan, Brazil and Ghana took part in cultural exchanges through games from their respective countries with around 75 users of after-school day services in Tochigi and Saitama. The program began in 2024 and received a letter of appreciation from the Commissioner of the Japan Sports Agency in February 2026.

Facts:
- 3 installments in total
- International students from 5 countries
- From September to November 2026
- The program began in 2024
- In February 2026
- It was designed to last around 90 minutes
- Around 30 children
- 6 international students from 5 countries

## Japan GX Group releases OpenStock Japan v1.0 for free, an open-source tool for centrally managing startup shareholder registers, capital policies and shareholder meetings

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000121500.html
- anchor: #n3866678
- Companies mentioned: 日本GXグループ株式会社、GitHub、Anthropic、Claude、Google、Gemini、OpenAI、Supabase

On November 12, 2026, Japan GX Group released OpenStock Japan v1.0, a tool for managing shareholder registers, capital policies and shareholder meetings for startups, free of charge under the Apache License 2.0. The company offers it for installation in existing environments, and it includes audit logs and AI integration features.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- v1.0.0
- Node.js 24 or later
- 5 roles
- 15 types of documents

## [Rugby] いーふらん sponsors “Chichibunomiya Minato Rugby Festival 2026 supported by SMBC”! A hands-on event for the whole family will be held at the おたからや booth! Saturday, November 14, 2026

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000492.000080252.html
- anchor: #n3866677
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いーふらん、いーふらん、おたからや、高価買取おたからや、SMBC、東京サントリーサンゴリアス、チーフス

株式会社いーふらん will sponsor “Chichibunomiya Minato Rugby Festival 2026 supported by SMBC,” taking place on November 14, 2026, and will set up a special おたからや booth. The booth will host a hands-on event where participants guess the weight of a rugby ball (around 450 g).

Facts:
- Nov. 14, 2026
- More than 2,150 stores worldwide
- High rating rate 96.2%
- Approx. 450 g
- Within ±10 g of the correct weight
- 29,568,000 yen

## Shimamura and バースデイ to open a limited-time POP UP STORE at Lazona Kawasaki Plaza from Friday, Nov. 27!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000500.000066095.html
- anchor: #n3866676
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社しまむら、ファッションセンターしまむら、ベビー・子供用品バースデイ、バースデイ、しまむらグループ

株式会社しまむら and バースデイ will open a limited-time POP UP STORE at Lazona Kawasaki Plaza from November 27.

Facts:
- From Friday, November 27
- Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
- Wednesday, December 2
- 3,000 yen or more, tax included

## New cold-care items from SIXPAD. Warm and soothing without feeling stuffy: the “SIXPAD Cold Care Warmer,” in waist-warmer and leg-warmer styles, goes on sale

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001154.000029736.html
- anchor: #n3866675
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MTG、SIXPAD

The “Cold Care Warmer,” in waist-warmer and leg-warmer styles, will go on sale on December 14, 2026, from the SIXPAD brand of 株式会社MTG.

Facts:
- Dec. 14, 2026
- ¥4,950 including tax
- ¥6,600 including tax

## The familiar “Lifeguard” has now become chocolate!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:08:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000097493.html
- anchor: #n3866685
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社リアライズプラニング、株式会社チェリオジャパン

有限会社リアライズプラニング will launch “Lifeguard Crunch Chocolate,” a new product combining crunchy chocolate and popping candy, on November 24, 2026, in collaboration with the “Lifeguard” beverage from 株式会社チェリオジャパン.

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: 30 yen (excluding tax)
- Release date: November 24, 2026

## CamThink expands its NeoEyes compact camera lineup with Morse Micro’s Wi-Fi HaLow technology

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:07:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000096406.html
- anchor: #n3866686
- Companies mentioned: Morse Micro PTY. LTD.、CamThink、Milesight

Morse Micro announced a partnership with CamThink, integrating Wi-Fi HaLow technology into the NeoEyes NE101, NE301 and NE302 compact camera lineup.

Facts:
- 10 times the communication range of conventional Wi-Fi networks
- Covering 100 times the area
- Data speeds 1,000 times faster than conventional LPWAN technology

## [Kashiwa and Minami-Nagareyama] Enjoy a dry head spa surrounded by visuals that make Van Gogh’s masterpieces seem to “step out of the frame.” The 2 Aries locations will hold a limited-time “Starlit Sky Head Spa × Van Gogh Exhibition” from Friday, November 20

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:03:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000158095.html
- anchor: #n3866687
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リラクラ、アリエス柏、アリエス南流山、ゴッホ美術館

Dry head spa salons アリエス柏 and アリエス南流山, operated by 株式会社リラクラ, will hold a limited-time “Starlit Sky Head Spa × Van Gogh Exhibition” from November 20 to December 13, 2026, showing original visuals inspired by 7 of Van Gogh’s best-known works.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- Sunday, Dec. 13
- 60 minutes: 7,000 yen
- 90 minutes: 10,000 yen
- 7 of Van Gogh’s best-known works

## [Free to attend] A new option amid a shortage of suitable sites for grid-scale batteries: the potential of the cabinet-style “Raptor” battery for sites where container-style units were impractical

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:02:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000323.000096742.html
- anchor: #n3866688
- Companies mentioned: サステナブルホールディングス株式会社

サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 announced that it will introduce “Raptor,” a cabinet-style battery designed to address site constraints for grid-scale batteries, and hold free seminars on November 18 and 19.

Facts:
- 1キャビネットあたり417kWhの蓄電容量
- Weight of 3.9 t per 1 cabinet
- Delivery by 4-ton truck
- Sessions taking place on November 18 and 19

## “Furusato Nozei Gourmet Awards” results announced! Grand prize goes to the Tajima duck hot pot set, raised using natural-cycle farming in Shinonsen, Hyogo Prefecture

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:01:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000001653.html
- anchor: #n3866689
- Companies mentioned: アイランド株式会社、株式会社LOCUS BRiDGE、おとりよせネット、オーガニックファームたにぐち、元正榮 北日本水産株式会社、シュガーファーム、じゅんちゃんちの曲げわっぱ弁当、五穀祭菓をかの、株式会社麩屋銀、天麩羅処 ひらお、徳之島町、牡蠣の家 しおかぜ、株式会社野上食品、楽天グループ株式会社、株式会社アイモバイル、株式会社トラストバンク、株式会社さかなプロダクション、東京海洋大学

アイランド株式会社 and LOCUS BRiDGE announced the results of the “Furusato Nozei Gourmet Awards 2026.” The grand prize went to the Tajima duck hot pot set from オーガニックファームたにぐち in Shinonsen, Hyogo Prefecture, while the runner-up prize went to “Sanriku Jade Abalone” from 元正榮北日本水産株式会社 in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture.

Facts:
- 120 entries from across Japan
- Tasting evaluations (49 entries)
- Furusato Nozei Gourmet Awards 2026
- Nov. 12, 2026

## 屋外広告のヒットと英国Ocean Outdoor社、日本・英国における屋外広告の相互独占販売代理店契約を締結

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:01:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000048625.html
- anchor: #n3866690
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヒット、ヒット、Ocean Outdoor UK Limited、Ocean Outdoor、Landsec、Atairos、Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield、URW、BFI、Nuveen、Canary Wharf Group、Ocean Germany

屋外広告のヒットと英国Ocean Outdoor社は、日本・英国における屋外広告媒体の相互独占販売代理店契約を締結した。

Facts:
- A screen network of more than 7,000 units
- Covering 7 countries
- Since 2018
- Completed 7 acquisitions
- In 2024
- Founded in 1991
- Founded: Feb. 1991
- Established: 2007
- Digital signage consisting of 7 screens

## [Grant applications open] Applications begin for the 6th “Fund to Support Learning in Japan” (2026/11/13–2027/1/7)

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000074198.html
- anchor: #n3866691
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本フィランソロピック財団

公益財団法人日本フィランソロピック財団 has opened applications for grants under the 6th “Fund for Supporting Japanese Learning,” which supports programs that help young people develop sound character by studying Japanese philosophy, history and culture. Applications are open from Nov. 13, 2026, through Jan. 7, 2027. The planned total of 5.7 million yen will be distributed among approximately 5-8 projects.

Facts:
- Total grant amount: 5.7 million yen (planned)
- １件あたりの助成金額：上限100万円
- Number of projects selected: approximately 5-8
- Applications open: Nov. 13, 2026 (Fri.)
- Application deadline: Jan. 7, 2027 (Thursday), 17:00

## Making further strides in strengthening its software development capabilities, 株式会社ケイエム becomes a subsidiary

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000006066.html
- anchor: #n3866692
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サトー、株式会社ケイエム

株式会社サトー announced that it has acquired all shares in 株式会社ケイエム, which operates a software development business for automatic identification solutions, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.

Facts:
- Voting rights after acquisition: 100%
- Capital: ¥33 million
- Number of employees: 35
- Consolidated sales: 163.4 billion yen
- Capital: 8.4 billion yen

## Making voices “visible” and traveling through Tokyo by scent — an immersive digital exhibition created by students in 大正大学’s Media Expression program, held for 3 days from Nov. 13, 2026, in Suidobashi【DiGeneration−となりのデジタル−】

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000150938.html
- anchor: #n3866790
- Companies mentioned: 大正大学、大正大学 表現学部 メディア表現学科 新里尚平ゼミ、大正大学 表現学部、メディア表現学科、貸し画廊D&S、岩手大学、JR総武線、都営三田線

An immersive digital exhibition, “DiGeneration−となりのデジタル−,” organized by students in the seminar led by Shohei Niisato in 大正大学’s メディア表現学科, will be held for 3 days from Nov. 13, 2026, at 貸し画廊D&S, an exhibition space in Suidobashi. All 10 works will be exhibited, including award-winning entries.

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- All 10 works
- 72 works submitted

## Yosuke Kubozuka and Kiyoharu to give away a one-of-a-kind bottle with their handwritten signatures. Campaign marks special conversation at an 『IWGP』 filming location

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000169468.html
- anchor: #n3866789
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社new classic、TBS、sads、黒夢

株式会社new classic’s sake brand FUKUKIRI (福霧) will hold a limited-time giveaway campaign from Nov. 12 through Dec. 29, 2026, to mark a special conversation between actor Yosuke Kubozuka and musician Kiyoharu. A bottle bearing the handwritten signatures of both will be given away in a drawing among purchasers of eligible products.

Facts:
- Nov. 12, 2026
- December 29
- For the first time in about 20 years
- 500 hours
- 27,500 yen
- 11,000 yen

## Noritaka Shimogaki, president of JFR & KOMEHYO PARTNERS, which operates the MEGRÜS (メグラス) brand-name goods purchasing specialty store, appears on TBSラジオ’s “見事なお仕事”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000179737.html
- anchor: #n3866788
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JFR & KOMEHYO PARTNERS、JFR & KOMEHYO PARTNERS、JFKP、TBSラジオ、MEGRÜS、メグラス、J.フロント リテイリング、コメ兵、大丸、松坂屋、PARCO、BRUTUS

Noritaka Shimogaki, president of 株式会社JFR & KOMEHYO PARTNERS, appeared on TBSラジオ’s “見事なお仕事,” broadcast on Oct. 5, 2026. The program introduced the business of the company-operated MEGRÜS brand-name goods purchasing specialty store and initiatives jointly funded by J.フロント リテイリング and コメ兵.

Facts:
- Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
- Every Monday, 18:30-18:40
- J. フロント リテイリング 51%
- コメ兵: 49%
- Established: March 2025
- Operating 11 stores nationwide

## Recreating even the “feel of cutting” in real time. “XR Lathe Trainer” for manufacturers and educational institutions launches, with orders now being accepted

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000012179.html
- anchor: #n3866787
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cominix、YRMKエンジニアリング株式会社

株式会社Cominix and YRMK Engineering have launched the “XR Lathe Trainer,” an XR lathe simulator for manufacturers and educational institutions, and begun accepting orders. It is priced at 3.5 million yen, with shipments scheduled for February 2027.

Facts:
- Price: 3.5 million yen (excluding tax)
- Shipments are scheduled to begin in February 2027
- Approximately 300 people tried it

## Providing food containers that allow waste to be sorted at the Yokohama Christmas Market. Also helping people learn about local environmental initiatives

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000177707.html
- anchor: #n3866786
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラウン・パッケージ、シーホース三河、株式会社デンソーウェーブ、横浜市

株式会社クラウン・パッケージ will provide paper trays that can be sorted as either waste or recyclable resources at the Christmas market “BALL PARK Xmas YOKOHAMA KANNAI 2026,” taking place around Yokohama Park from Nov. 20 through Dec. 25, 2026. The initiative will also support donations to 横浜市 through a QR code on the trays and raise awareness of environmental activities.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- Friday, Dec. 25
- 1 mm thick
- Year established: 1962
- Capital: 100 million yen

## [Event announcement] Graduation ceremony for the 第五期 students of Masaru Tomita’s “Japan No.1 God Therapist Training Course”—whose god-hand has a 5-year waiting list—to be held Nov. 15!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000190363.html
- anchor: #n3866785
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ティアラボ

株式会社ティアラボ announced that it will hold the graduation ceremony for the 第五期 students of Masaru Tomita’s “Japan No.1 God Therapist Training Course” on Nov. 15, 2026.

Facts:
- 5-year waiting list
- More than 14,000 people to date
- November 15, 2026
- 半年間の学び
- More than 100 media outlets
- Across 29 prefectures nationwide
- Founded in 2021
- More than 13,000 people to date

## 株式会社Own B officially launches “Own B AI,” an apparel manufacturing platform that uses AI to create specifications in minutes

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000166745.html
- anchor: #n3866784
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Own B、SHEIN、Temu、IVS LAUNCHPAD SEED 2025、ソフトバンク、DelightX、Delight Ventures、UC Berkeley SkyDeck IPP、Own B Inc.

株式会社Own B officially launched “Own B AI,” a manufacturing platform that uses AI to generate apparel specifications in minutes, on Nov. 10, 2026, and began offering the service in the U.S. market through its U.S. subsidiary.

Facts:
- Nov. 10, 2026
- Minutes
- 20 sheets
- June 2025

## 京都大原記念病院グループ, 京都第一赤十字病院 and 京都第二赤十字病院 to hold joint festival “健康知恵袋2026”!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000119495.html
- anchor: #n3866783
- Companies mentioned: 京都大原記念病院グループ、京都第一赤十字病院、京都第二赤十字病院、京都紫明税理士法人、杠司法書事務所、京都近衛リハビリテーション病院

京都大原記念病院グループ, 京都第一赤十字病院 and 京都第二赤十字病院 will jointly hold the “健康知恵袋2026” festival for 5 days from Nov. 25. The event will feature lectures, hands-on activities and consultation booths.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026
- 5 days
- 10 sessions in total

## [Performing artists announced] “ODISHA JAPAN FESTIVAL 2027,” a Japan-India cultural exchange festival that drew 20,000 people in India, to be held Feb. 7 and 8!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000175414.html
- anchor: #n3866782
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ジャパンインディアクラブ、NPO法人JAPAN INDIA CLUB、India Japan Friendship Center、CAMPFIRE、サンタナトラベル

特定非営利活動法人ジャパンインディアクラブ will hold “ODISHA JAPAN FESTIVAL 2027,” a free international cultural exchange festival, in Puri, Odisha, India, on Feb. 7 and 8, 2027. The 2026 event drew approximately 20,000 visitors in total, and 9 groups of artists are scheduled to perform in 2027. Tours in cooperation with local travel company サンタナトラベル and a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE are also scheduled to launch.

Facts:
- 2027年2月7日（日）・8日（月）
- Approximately 20,000 visitors in total over 2 days
- 9 distinctive groups
- 1名1室：138,000円
- 2名1室：99,000円／人

## 福島が誇る7品種の「桃」がカード＆ステッカーに！全国のファミリーマート「ファミマプリント」で11月27日(金) 販売開始 ふくしまご当地コレクション「ふくしまの桃」

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000159227.html
- anchor: #n3866781
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クサカ印刷所、ファミリーマート、JAふくしま未来

株式会社クサカ印刷所は、福島県の桃7品種をテーマにしたプリントコンテンツ「ふくしまご当地コレクション『ふくしまの桃』」を、11月27日より全国のファミリーマート「ファミマプリント」で販売開始する。

Facts:
- 7 varieties
- Nov. 27, 2026
- L-size photo print: 200 yen
- L-size sticker: 400 yen
- 8 types in total

## 函館蔦屋書店で「弘前市物産プロモーション ～弘前の味 弘前の技～」を開催

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000183298.html
- anchor: #n3866780
- Companies mentioned: 弘前市、函館蔦屋書店

弘前市 will hold the “Hirosaki City Products Promotion: The Flavors and Craftsmanship of Hirosaki” at 函館蔦屋書店 in Hakodate, Hokkaido, from Reiwa 8, November 17 to 23, with the aim of expanding sales channels for products from Aomori Prefecture. The event will feature sales of processed apple products and sake, Tsugaru shamisen performances, and displays of traditional crafts.

Facts:
- 7 days
- November 17, Reiwa 8
- Nov. 23
- 10 a.m.
- 7 p.m.
- 5 p.m.
- 3,000 yen, tax included

## Official “SugaryGroovy” Character Encyclopedia Opens! 30 Characters Unveiled in First Release

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000110922.html
- anchor: #n3866779
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SOLIS

株式会社SOLIS has released the official character encyclopedia for the character IP “SugaryGroovy.” The first release features 30 characters and is available in Japanese, English and Chinese.

Facts:
- 30 characters

## Dog Fest for Owners and Their Dogs to Be Held on Nov. 22 (Sunday). In Winter, Ride a Gondola with Your Dog to a Snowy Summit【Fujimi Panorama Resort】

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000161134.html
- anchor: #n3866773
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人富士見パノラマリゾート、伊那竜東動物病院、DogLife Travel、富士見高校

一般社団法人富士見パノラマリゾート will hold the dog event “5th Wan! Fest INA Sports Day” on November 22, hosted by 伊那竜東動物病院. During the winter season, it will also offer gondola rides with dogs in partnership with DogLife Travel and unveil new menu items.

Facts:
- Nov. 22 (Sun)
- More than 30 stores
- 1台2,000円
- Saturday, Dec. 12
- Regular price: 800 yen
- 400 yen

## UK-Origin Film Awards “SHINY AWARDS” Announces 5 Winning Directors After First-Ever Japan Edition

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000144143.html
- anchor: #n3866772
- Companies mentioned: マウントメルビル株式会社、Mt.MELVIL、Shiny Directors、SHINY、Black Cat White Cat Music、Nomad Tokyo、KAIJU Inc.、Creative Outpost、NION、NAKAMA FILM、DD4D BREWING、伊良コーラ、吉乃友酒造

マウントメルビル株式会社 held “SHINY AWARDS JAPAN,” the Japanese edition of the UK-origin film awards “SHINY AWARDS,” at ROJU in Tokyo on November 5, 2026, selecting 5 directors for first through third place and special awards. More than 100 people attended, and the winning works will advance to the 2027 London event.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
- More than 100 people
- 128 entries
- 10 films
- 13 judges
- 5 directors in total

## Energy-first NeoCloud’s Bentaus 社 adopts ドライブネッツ’ high-performance AI fabric and AMD GPUs — cuts energy required for AI token generation by 30%

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000093607.html
- anchor: #n3866771
- Companies mentioned: ドライブネッツ、Bentaus 社、NeoCloud、AMD、Dell'Oro Group

ドライブネッツ and Bentaus社 announced a joint solution combining DriveNets AI Fabric and AMD GPUs, cutting energy consumption during AI token generation by 30%.

Facts:
- Reduced GPU power consumption by 30%
- While maintaining 97% of token throughput
- Approximately 5% higher throughput
- Approximately 12% shorter Time to First Token

## Grand Prize in 2nd Sports Business Awards Goes to B.LEAGUE’s “B.革新”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000055363.html
- anchor: #n3866770
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンベースカンパニー、株式会社野村総合研究所、東急不動産株式会社、ZeroBankX Pte. Ltd.、株式会社クレ・ドゥ・レーブ、株式会社日本共創プラットフォーム、公益社団法人ジャパン・プロフェッショナル・バスケットボールリーグ、B.LEAGUE、株式会社ジャパネットホールディングス、株式会社V・ファーレン長崎、株式会社長崎ヴェルカ、株式会社リージョナルクリエーション長崎、ソニー株式会社、株式会社メルカリ、株式会社鹿島アントラーズ・エフ・シー、NBA Japan、米国大使館、ファラロンキャピタル、株式会社Fundcraft Services、Avenue Capital Group Sports Fund Co-Investment Partner、株式会社10X、株式会社サンリオ、Scrum Ventures、スクラムスタジオ株式会社、株式会社今治．夢スポーツ、ファン総合研究所

株式会社ファンベースカンパニー and Nomura Research Institute held “Sports Business Summit 2026” in Shibuya, Tokyo, on November 12, 2026, and presented the 2nd Sports Business Awards. The grand prize went to B.LEAGUE’s “B.革新,” the Rising Star Award to 4 companies associated with Nagasaki Stadium City, and the NRI Special Award to ソニー株式会社.

Facts:
- A total of 200 speakers and participants attended
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- 5 parties, including the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Japan Sports Agency, served as judges
- A fan survey was conducted covering 44 teams across 3 professional sports (soccer, baseball and rugby)

## Make Every Journey a Richer Experience: The Premium Mobility Vision of Hayashi Telempu

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000057165.html
- anchor: #n3866769
- Companies mentioned: 林テレンプ株式会社、LEXUS、アドラーペルツァー社、NDRオート･コンポーネンツ社、トータル

林テレンプ will exhibit at “FIELDSTYLE EXPO 2026,” held on November 14 and 15, 2026, showcasing a LEXUS NX concept car and proposing premium outdoor experiences.

Facts:
- Nov. 14, 2026
- 15th (Sun.)
- 745 plots
- 116-year history
- Annual production capacity of more than 10 million vehicles
- 2021
- 2026

## TWC ART MAKE STUDIO Launches New Medical Permanent Makeup Promotion | Joins “ACCEL JAPAN,” with Tomomi Itano as Ambassador

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000157192.html
- anchor: #n3866768
- Companies mentioned: TWC ART MAKE STUDIO、ACCEL JAPAN、株式会社エフェクトプロ、株式会社ブランジスタエール、パッションリーダーズ

TWC ART MAKE STUDIO has launched a new promotion for medical permanent makeup and joined the “ACCEL JAPAN” project, whose ambassador is Tomomi Itano.

Facts:
- 1回38,500円（税込）

## クレジオ・パートナーズ Forms Business Alliance with プロ人材機構 to Support Recruitment of Executives and Senior Managers for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses in the Chugoku and Shikoku Region

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000058419.html
- anchor: #n3866767
- Companies mentioned: クレジオ・パートナーズ株式会社、株式会社プロ人材機構

クレジオ・パートナーズ株式会社 has formed a business alliance with 株式会社プロ人材機構 and will begin supporting recruitment of executives and senior managers for small and medium-sized businesses and startups in the Chugoku and Shikoku region on November 13, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 13, 2026
- More than 25 years
- Apr. 2018
- January 2024

## 【Free to Attend】Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare to Hold “Work Efficiency Seminar”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000104365.html
- anchor: #n3866766
- Companies mentioned: 佐川印刷株式会社、株式会社タスクールPｌｕｓ、株式会社リビカル、株式会社リーガル・ステーション

As a special program under its Reiwa 8 fiscal year project to support improvements to working environments, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold free online seminars on improving work efficiency and using generative AI.

Facts:
- Free admission
- Session 1: November 30, 2026
- Session 2: December 24, 2026

## MPower Partners Invests in Q-CTRL, Developer of Infrastructure Software for Quantum Technology

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000079736.html
- anchor: #n3866765
- Companies mentioned: MPower Partners、Q-CTRL、Salesforce Ventures、Affinity Partners、Bullhound Capital、ソフトバンク、マツダ

MPower Partners has invested in Q-CTRL, which develops infrastructure software for quantum technology. The Series C round was led by Salesforce Ventures, raising a total of US$290 million.

Facts:
- US$290 million
- A$415 million
- Performance exceeding 100 times

## 【First in Japanese Rugby】Turn the Stadium Sky Blue! Jet Balloon Event to Debut at “Shutsujin Festival 2026” on Nov. 22

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000111702.html
- anchor: #n3866764
- Companies mentioned: 清水建設江東ブルーシャークス、浦安D-Rocks

清水建設江東ブルーシャークス, a member of Japan Rugby League One, has announced details of “Shutsujin Festival 2026,” to be held on November 22, 2026. The event will feature the first jet balloon event in Japanese rugby, as well as a hands-on training session.

Facts:
- Nov. 22, 2026
- 14:30

## 「ミッシュブルーミン」のドン・キホーテ、アピタ、ピアゴ限定束感つけまつげに新たに7種が仲間入り。上まつげ5種・下まつげ2種が加わり、全11種に！

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000021234.html
- anchor: #n3866763
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウエルネスボーテ、ドン・キホーテ、アピタ、ピアゴ、ミッシュブルーミン

株式会社ウエルネスボーテは、つけまつげブランド「ミッシュブルーミン」のドン・キホーテ、アピタ、ピアゴ限定束感つけまつげに新たに7種を追加し、全11種となった。2026年11月20日より各1,375円で発売。

Facts:
- 5 upper-lash styles
- 2 lower-lash styles
- 11 varieties in total
- 4 existing styles
- Great-value pack of 3 pairs
- Price: 1,375 yen each (tax included)
- 1,250 yen (before tax)
- On sale sequentially from November 20, 2026

## 2027年度 マリンフーズ入社予定者向け内定式を開催

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000159436.html
- anchor: #n3866762
- Companies mentioned: マリンフーズ株式会社、マリンフーズ、双日グループ

マリンフーズ株式会社 held an induction ceremony on October 1, 2026, for employees scheduled to join in fiscal 2027. President and Representative Director Katsunori Fujiwara delivered a message.

Facts:
- Fiscal 2027
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 62nd year since founding

## 【Kalodata Weekly Report】Japan TikTok Shop Market Sales Reach ¥10.33 Billion from Oct. 12 to Nov. 8, with Beauty and Personal Care Leading; Halloween Sale Week Records ¥2.87 Billion

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000167462.html
- anchor: #n3866761
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Kalowave Japan、Kalodata、Kalodata Japan

“Kalodata,” operated by 株式会社Kalowave Japan, has released the 50th edition of its weekly report on Japan’s TikTok Shop market. GMV for the 4 weeks from October 12 to November 8, 2026, was ¥10.33 billion, with beauty and personal care ranking first.

Facts:
- 10.33 billion yen
- Weekly average: 2.58 billion yen
- 2.87 billion yen
- Number of operating shops: 19,001

## プロ人材機構 and クレジオ・パートナーズ form business alliance to support business succession at companies in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions through both talent and capital

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000144400.html
- anchor: #n3866760
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロ人材機構、クレジオ・パートナーズ株式会社

株式会社プロ人材機構 and クレジオ・パートナーズ have signed a business alliance agreement to jointly provide talent search and M&A and capital policy support to small and midsize companies and startups in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions.

Facts:
- Starting Nov. 13, 2026
- For more than 20 years
- Established Jan. 4, 2024
- Established Apr. 5, 2018

## [三田製麺所] 18th anniversary celebration, 3rd installment! Tsukimi Yodare Chicken campaign launches

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000185678.html
- anchor: #n3866759
- Companies mentioned: SAKIGAKEホールディングス、株式会社エムピーキッチン、三田製麺所、出前三田製麺所、京都北白川 ラーメン魁力屋、札幌みその

株式会社エムピーキッチン's 三田製麺所 will hold the limited-time Tsukimi Yodare Chicken campaign from Nov. 16 to Dec. 27, 2026, to mark its 18th anniversary.

Facts:
- 18th anniversary
- Nov. 16, 2026
- Dec. 27
- 350 yen
- 280 yen
- 52 stores
- 925.16 million yen

## Misato Ugaki named official ambassador; Wonder Korea launches to discover Korea's lesser-known charms and bring them to Japan

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000104136.html
- anchor: #n3866758
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Wonderlabo、NEEDIN、nume、Qoo10、ナチュラルエンドテック、オリーブヤング、TBS、中京テレビ、日本テレビ、株式会社オスカープロモーション

株式会社Wonderlabo has launched Wonder Korea, a new project to bring Korean products and brands to Japan, and appointed Misato Ugaki as its official ambassador.

Facts:
- Formulated with at least 90% skincare ingredients※
- The July 2026 drama Ochitara Owari

## A pop-up AI parking lot will operate for a limited time at the No. 1 Tawamine parking lot at Tanzan Shrine, one of Nara Prefecture's leading autumn foliage spots. The temporary parking lot will have no gates and accept cash.

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000069896.html
- anchor: #n3866757
- Companies mentioned: DataHax株式会社、談山伝統文化観光協会、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

DataHax株式会社 will operate a pop-up AI parking lot for a limited time from Oct. 31 to Dec. 6, 2026, at the No. 1 Tawamine parking lot at Tanzan Shrine in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture. The gateless facility will accept cash and smartphone payments, helping ease congestion and reduce the operational burden.

Facts:
- About 3,000 trees
- It can sometimes take as long as 4 hours
- Long-term operation for about 5 weeks
- Setup is completed in 1 day (about 8 hours)
- 2 cameras installed at the entrance
- Parking occupancy rate: 50%
- 80%
- When it exceeds 90%
- Unpaid for at least 30 minutes after entry
- Will operate from Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, through Sunday, Dec. 6
- Standard cars: 1,000 yen
- Microbuses and larger vehicles: 2,000 yen
- License plate recognition cameras: 4
- Cash payment machines: 2

## [RIMOWA] Limited-edition collection by RIMOWA and Maison Margiela launches

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000118272.html
- anchor: #n3866756
- Companies mentioned: RIMOWA、Maison Margiela、LVMHグループ

The limited-edition collection by RIMOWA and Maison Margiela goes on sale Nov. 19, 2026. The 2 models, the Classic Cabin and 5AC XL, combine a grooved design with the biancetto technique.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
- Price including tax: 651,200 yen
- Price including tax: 732,600 yen
- Since its founding in 1898
- In 1937, aluminum
- In 2000, polycarbonate
- In January 2017

## Tell AI to draw CAD plans. Development services begin for CAD Drawing AI, designed for construction companies: simply give a text instruction such as “Draw a floor plan for the 8th floor,” and it creates the drawing and saves it as a DXF file

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000058841.html
- anchor: #n3866755
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NITACO、Jw_cad、AutoCAD

株式会社NITACO has begun offering custom development of CAD Drawing AI for construction companies. The tool creates CAD drawings from natural-language instructions and saves them as DXF files.

Facts:
- It has received 210,000 views on YouTube in about 3 weeks since publication
- 8 units with 3 bedrooms and a living/dining/kitchen area

## [城東テクノ] Building a system for healthy habits into the home. A new NORNE model with added insulation performance joins the lineup.

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000020977.html
- anchor: #n3866754
- Companies mentioned: 城東テクノ株式会社、Joto

城東テクノ株式会社 will release an insulated version of its new NORNE model, a home health infrastructure system combining an underfloor access hatch and body composition scale, with a thermal transmittance of 0.48 W/(m²·K), on Nov. 13, 2026.

Facts:
- Thermal transmittance: 0.48 W/(m²·K)
- Nov. 13, 2026
- Set price: 130,000 yen
- Set price: 110,000 yen
- Set price: 89,000 yen
- Capital: 100 million yen

## Commerce Robotics CEO Akihiro Ito to speak at the 295th Logistics Seminar, explaining an ERP for small and midsize companies developed based on 2,000 EC and WMS deployments

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000087427.html
- anchor: #n3866753
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コマースロボティクス、トヨタ自動車、ロジクロス・コミュニケーション、株式会社ロジクロス・コミュニケーション

Akihiro Ito, representative director of 株式会社コマースロボティクス, will speak at the 295th Logistics Seminar on Dec. 12, 2026, discussing eerp, a cloud ERP for small and midsize companies developed based on approximately 2,000 EC and WMS deployments.

Facts:
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
- In-person attendance: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- In-person attendance: 30 people
- In 2025, the 2 services shipped a combined 60 million items annually

## メイクワン signs business matching agreement with 中国銀行; from its Hiroshima branch, it will introduce foreign workers living in Japan to companies facing labor shortages across all industries eligible for the Specified Skilled Worker program

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000155105.html
- anchor: #n3866752
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メイクワン、中国銀行、株式会社中国銀行

株式会社メイクワン signed a business matching agreement with 中国銀行 in October 2026. From its Hiroshima branch, it will introduce Specified Skilled Worker foreign nationals and develop a support system.

Facts:
- October 2026
- April 2027
- Imprisonment for up to 5 years
- Fine of up to 5 million yen
- Capital: 15.1 billion yen
- Number of stores: 136
- Capital: 20.3 million yen

## 85 years old! Katsuya Kobayashi's final concert event announced! “Katsuya Kobayashi's Living Funeral Concert: See You One Last Time” on Wednesday, Feb. 3 at NHK Hall

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000123797.html
- anchor: #n3866751
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエムナックファイブ、FM NACK5、BS朝日、ニッポン放送、BAYFM、キョードー東京、イープラス、チケットぴあ、ローソンチケット

A living funeral concert hosted by radio DJ Katsuya Kobayashi at age 85 will be held at NHK Hall on Feb. 3, 2027. Performers will include Kosuke Sakazaki, Naoto Takenaka and Masatoshi Nakamura, and tickets will go on sale in November 2026.

Facts:
- 85 years old
- February 3, 2027
- 12,000 yen
- Nov. 13, 2026

## [Nov. 18–30, Hankyu Umeda Main Store] All 3 designs of the annual sellout tea advent calendar on sale, along with rooibos tea created with Natsumi Teraoka (Sri Lanka's oldest tea brand, ジョージスチュアートティー)

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000055204.html
- anchor: #n3866750
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社味とサイエンス、ジョージスチュアートティー、George Steuart Tea、Maison de i-bee、ANA、JAL

ジョージスチュアートティー, Sri Lanka's oldest tea brand, will set up at Christmas Market 2026 at Hankyu Umeda Main Store from Nov. 18 to 30, 2026, selling its annual sellout tea advent calendar and rooibos tea created in collaboration with Natsumi Teraoka, among other products.

Facts:
- Nov. 18, 2026
- 24 days
- In 2010
- Founded in 1835

## Online seminar on Dec. 4: “Learning from success stories: Extending the retirement age to 65, continued employment through age 70, and how to review personnel systems”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000065378.html
- anchor: #n3866749
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新経営サービス、人事戦略研究所、中央経済社、あさ出版、第一法規

株式会社新経営サービス will hold an online seminar on Dec. 4 about extending the retirement age to 65, continued employment through age 70, and how to review personnel systems.

Facts:
- Extending the retirement age to 65
- Continued employment through age 70
- December 4, 2026
- Founded as a tax accountant's office in 1957
- In 1978, it spun off its management support division
- More than 2,000 corporate customers
- More than 30 books published
- More than 1,000 companies served to date
- More than 1,400 business leaders
- At least 500 managers
- Business plan development for more than 700 companies

## A half-and-half pizza makes its debut this year! Christmas product reservations now open at ペンギンベーカリー!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000102430.html
- anchor: #n3866748
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペンギン、ペンギンベーカリー、ペンギンPal目白店、麻布十番店

ペンギンベーカリー, operated by 株式会社ペンギン, has begun accepting reservations for its 2026 Christmas products. New offerings include a half-and-half pizza and Hokkaido specialty zangi, with reservations open from Nov. 13 to Dec. 13.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- Sunday, Dec. 13
- 1.4 times the size of a regular pizza
- ¥3,600 including tax
- ¥3,200 including tax
- ¥3,440 including tax
- 2,000 yen including tax
- ¥2,200, tax included
- ¥390 including tax
- 1,600 yen (tax included)

## A high-performance outerwear jacket that adapts to changing weather!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000133064.html
- anchor: #n3866747
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーカス、CLAT-JAPAN、MOFF

Two types of high-performance outerwear designed for changing weather are now available from CLAT-JAPAN, an e-commerce brand operated by 株式会社フォーカス. The company is targeting sales of about ¥4 billion in 2026 and continues to support the operation of the MOFF official online shop.

Facts:
- Standard price: ¥7,985 per item
- ¥8,783 including tax
- Revenue: 1.26 billion yen
- Revenue: 1.47 billion yen
- Revenue: approximately 4 billion yen
- Revenue: approximately 3.73349 billion yen
- Number of employees: 84

## Legaseed, which receives applications from about 20,000 students a year, holds an internship where participants take on real business challenges with company executives

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000056949.html
- anchor: #n3866746
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Legaseed、株式会社キャリタス、株式会社学情、外資系戦略コンサルティングファーム、総合商社、大手航空会社、メガバンク、メガベンチャー、徳間書店、幻冬舎、テレビ東京、NHK、GPTW Japan、マイナビ、日経

株式会社Legaseed is holding a hands-on internship in which students attract actual company executives and conduct seminars. It receives about 20,000 applications annually and uses a performance-based system that includes a maximum reward of ¥1 million.

Facts:
- 97 participants passed the selection process
- 倍率は約100倍にのぼりました
- A 5-day internship was held
- The participation rate in internships and other programs reached 95.1%
- 98.2% of students said they wanted to participate in hands-on internships that include work experience
- Maximum reward: ¥1 million
- 1 Legan = 1 yen
- Including 42 company executives
- 88 companies participated
- 97% satisfaction among participating companies
- Reinvested in recruitment support for more than 1,000 companies

## NordVPN launches a new feature that lets users check what information about them is known online by viewing their digital footprint

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000072662.html
- anchor: #n3866745
- Companies mentioned: NordVPN、Nordvpn S.A.

NordVPN has released a new feature, “Digital Footprint,” that lets users check their personal information and digital shadow available online.

## The second 「スター・トレック」 60th anniversary commemorative coin is here! Iconic starships spanning generations come together on a 50-pence coin!

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000130354.html
- anchor: #n3866744
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コインパレス、英国王立造幣局、ロイヤルミント、PCGS社、NGC社

株式会社コインパレス released the second 50-pence gold and silver coins commemorating the 60th anniversary of 「スター・トレック」 from 英国王立造幣局 on Nov. 13, 2026. The reverse depicts 4 spacecraft.

Facts:
- 「スター・トレック」60周年
- On sale November 13, 2026
- 4 spacecraft
- The brilliance of K22

## The second genten × Hello Kitty collaboration. Leather bags and accessories designed for everyday life for adults

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000105204.html
- anchor: #n3866743
- Companies mentioned: genten、株式会社サンリオ、株式会社クイーポ

genten will release 9 leather bag and accessory items as its second collaboration with Hello Kitty from 株式会社サンリオ. Prices range from ¥22,000 to ¥55,000, with sales scheduled to begin on Nov. 20, 2026.

Facts:
- All 9 items
- Amano: ¥55,000 (tax included)
- Face drawstring bag: ¥22,000 (tax included)
- Heart keychain: ¥14,300 (tax included)
- Ribbon keychain: ¥14,300 (tax included)
- Sales begin Nov. 20, 2026–

## 西尾市, Aichi Prefecture, to exhibit at the Rakuten Super Furusato Tax Donation Festival! Sample Isshiki-grown female eel “艶鰻” and enter a grand prize drawing for local specialties

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000101477.html
- anchor: #n3866742
- Companies mentioned: 西尾市役所、西尾市、楽天グループ株式会社、一色うなぎ漁業協同組合、西条園あいや本店、丸政製菓株式会社、FUN-CREATE株式会社

西尾市, Aichi Prefecture, will exhibit at the Rakuten Super Furusato Tax Donation Festival, held at Makuhari Messe on Nov. 22 and 23, 2026, and will offer samples of Isshiki-grown eel and a prize drawing for local specialties.

Facts:
- November 22 (Sunday) and 23 (Monday holiday), 2026
- Limited to 300 servings per day
- More than 200 municipalities from across Japan are gathering
- We offer more than 800 types of return gifts
- 令和７年度は、195,848件
- We received donations totaling ¥3,078,516,900

## SamuraiAX releases a password vault feature for secure team sharing and a Chrome extension (Samurai App)

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000085052.html
- anchor: #n3866741
- Companies mentioned: SamuraiAX、株式会社Kiva、Samurai App、1Password、Bitwarden、Gmail、Outlook、ChatGPT、Gemini、Claude、株式会社デジタルシフトウェーブ

株式会社Kiva has released a feature for storing team passwords and authentication codes, as well as a Chrome extension, for the Samurai App service provided by SamuraiAX.

Facts:
- The following 3 elements
- Phone: 03-6264-0825

## 【TechSuite株式会社】【Industry-Specific Survey No. 39】AI検索パートナーズ conducts an AI search optimization (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO) study on choosing exhibition booth and event production companies | 119 companies observed

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000118298.html
- anchor: #n3866740
- Companies mentioned: TechSuite株式会社、AI検索パートナーズ、ChatGPT、Google AI Overviews、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Gemini、Perplexity、バクヤスAI 記事代行、TFCO株式会社、AIスカウトくん、メディア立上げパートナーズ、バクヤスAI医療記事代行

AI検索パートナーズ, operated by TechSuite株式会社, conducted a study of AI search optimization (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO) for choosing exhibition booth and event production companies. It collected 72 responses as of November 2026 from 3 AI platforms—ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Microsoft Copilot—and analyzed the distribution of companies appearing in the responses, differences by persona, and information source trends.

Facts:
- 119 companies observed
- The most frequently appearing company... had an appearance rate of 44.4%
- The top 5 companies together accounted for 26.4% of total mentions
- 70 companies appeared in only 1 response
- Full-service production companies stood out, accounting for 56.7%
- They accounted for 33.3% of questions aimed at marketing and public relations professionals
- Event production companies specializing in PR and promotion accounted for 20.0%
- 62.5% each on Google AI Overviews and Microsoft Copilot
- 8.3% for ChatGPT
- Official websites accounted for 74.9%
- Comparison and information websites accounted for 22.3%
- 対象: 72 AI responses
- 24 queries
- Experience producing AI articles for more than 300 companies

## Enoshima Electric Railway, supporting Kanagawa’s infrastructure and tourism, digitizes its accounting operations! Automates complex accounting integrations with unified billing and “OneVoicePalette”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000113945.html
- anchor: #n3866739
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インボイス、江ノ島電鉄株式会社、HUE

株式会社インボイス has published a case study on how Enoshima Electric Railway automated its accounting operations and reduced processing time by adopting the consolidated billing services “Gi通信” and “OneVoice公共,” along with the accounting system integration automation platform “OneVoicePalette.”

Facts:
- It used to take 15–16 hours each month
- Reduced work time to a few minutes
- Approximately 240 mobile phones
- Railway: 230 people
- Bus: 458 people

## To eliminate No.1 surveys and claims with weak evidence, the “No.1 Survey and Claims Guidelines” have been published, setting standards from planning and commissioning surveys through management after claims are displayed

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000053054.html
- anchor: #n3866738
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社未来トレンド研究機構、消費者庁、小林・弓削田法律事務所

株式会社未来トレンド研究機構 has published the “No.1 Survey and Claims Guidelines,” setting standards from planning through management after claims are displayed, to eliminate No.1 surveys and claims with weak evidence.

Facts:
- 64.2％
- 1,000 people
- 737 people
- ¥441.16 million
- 4 businesses
- 13 businesses
- 7 businesses
- ¥328.2 million
- More than 15 years
- 77 items
- 100 questions

## Among people who have seen No.1 claims, 64.2% said they “influence purchasing decisions”; the figure was 64.7% for positive-rating percentage claims

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000254.000053054.html
- anchor: #n3866737
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社未来トレンド研究機構、消費者庁

According to a survey conducted by 株式会社未来トレンド研究機構, 64.2% of people who had seen No.1 claims said they influenced purchasing decisions, similar to the 64.7% of people who had seen positive-rating percentage claims. Women said they were more influenced than men, and the situation in which people most often consulted such claims was “when making a purchase for the first time.”

Facts:
- 64.2％
- 64.7％
- 73.7％
- 65.8％
- 1,000 people
- 67.0％
- 61.4％
- 64.4％
- 48.5％

## 【FlexiSpot】The first wave of the Black Friday early-bird sale starts Nov. 13! Popular height-adjustable desks, office chairs and more at special prices, with up to 50% OFF on bundle purchases

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000292.000027524.html
- anchor: #n3866736
- Companies mentioned: Flexispot Japan株式会社、FlexiSpot

Flexispot Japan株式会社 will launch the first wave of its Black Friday early-bird sale on Nov. 13, 2026, offering special prices on height-adjustable desks, office chairs and more. Discounts of up to 50% OFF on bundle purchases, a refer-a-friend campaign and price cuts on desktops will also be offered.

Facts:
- Up to 50% off
- 32% OFF
- 22% OFF
- 20% OFF
- 30% OFF
- 1,000 yen off
- ¥2,000 off
- 3,000 yen off
- 500 kg load capacity

## Speakers confirmed for all 5 sessions of “NEW ANIME WORKFLOW,” showcasing new tools and technologies for anime production through on-the-ground case studies; event to be held in Kudan, Tokyo, on Tuesday, Nov. 24

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000073594.html
- anchor: #n3866735
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボーンデジタル、カヤック、Kamikai、つむぎ秋田アニメLab、エディッツ

株式会社ボーンデジタル announced that it will hold “NEW ANIME WORKFLOW,” an event showcasing new tools and technologies for anime production through on-the-ground case studies, in Kudan, Tokyo, on Nov. 24, 2026. Speakers and content have been confirmed for all 5 sessions. Admission is free (advance registration required; limited to the first 100 people).

Facts:
- All 5 sessions
- Nov. 24, 2026
- First 100 attendees

## Ingrown toenails worsen for 78.3% of people wearing winter boots | More than 60% are unaware of insurance-covered treatment, while awareness of same-day surgery stands at just 35.7%, survey finds

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000312.000056499.html
- anchor: #n3866734
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック、東京大学医学部附属病院、日本皮膚科学会

A survey by アイシークリニック, operated by 医療法人社団鉄結会, found that ingrown toenails worsen for 78.3% of people wearing winter boots, while awareness of insurance-covered treatment and same-day surgery remains low.

Facts:
- 78.3%
- 62.7%
- 35.7%
- More than 30,000 cases

## PeopleX begins collaboration with ラフール, which has a track record of working with more than 2,500 companies on organizational improvement

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000323.000139786.html
- anchor: #n3866733
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PeopleX、ラフール、株式会社ラフール

株式会社PeopleX and ラフール, a provider of organizational improvement services, have begun a collaboration. By combining survey data with AI interviews, they will support in-depth analysis of organizational issues and efforts to improve employee engagement.

Facts:
- More than 300 million responses accumulated
- Capital: ¥1.2415 billion
- Capital: 5,100 million yen

## “SOKUYAKU Premium” included for JCB The Class members. Making online medical consultations and medication guidance more accessible and convenient

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000005491.html
- anchor: #n3866732
- Companies mentioned: ジェイフロンティア株式会社、株式会社ジェーシービー、JCB

ジェイフロンティア株式会社 and JCB will begin offering “SOKUYAKU Premium” on Nov. 13, 2026, as an included service for JCB The Class members. The service waives the system usage fee for the “SOKUYAKU” online medical consultation service.

Facts:
- Normally ¥550 (tax included)
- Available starting Nov. 13, 2026
- More than 23,000 stores in total

## “Talent Palette,” the No.1 talent management system by market share, wins the top “Leader” award in 8 categories at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000351.000023180.html
- anchor: #n3866731
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング、アイティクラウド株式会社、ITreview

株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング’s talent management system “Talent Palette” won the top Leader award in 8 categories at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.

Facts:
- 8 categories
- About 164,000 reviews
- 4.0 out of 5 points
- 389 reviews
- More than 8,000 features
- Used by more than 5,000 companies

## ラフール begins collaboration with PeopleX, which supports people’s success through conversational AI. Combining “ラフールサーベイ” and “PeopleX AI面談” delivers new value for organizational improvement

- Published: 2026-11-13T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000354.000042113.html
- anchor: #n3866730
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラフール、PeopleX、株式会社PeopleX

株式会社ラフール and 株式会社PeopleX have begun a collaboration combining the organizational survey “ラフールサーベイ” with the conversational AI interview service “PeopleX AI面談” to support improved employee engagement and organizational improvement.

Facts:
- More than 2,500 companies to date
- More than 300 million responses accumulated
- Capital: 5,100 million yen