AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-13 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 9 of 12https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.htmlOne 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.en E-commerce trade publication “日本ネット経済新聞” launches paid “Premium Membership” service on its web media platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866967Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:42:43 +0900JapanPR TIMES“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. 浮気相手が「ソウルメイト」？～純愛W不倫を終わらせる方法https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866968Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. 株式会社RECEPTIONIST, an investee of a CVC fund, newly lists on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866969Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:37:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866970Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:35:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES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%. 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 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866971Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:34:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. 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 populationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866983Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 Lead accel、ニューチェーンテクノロジーズと共同研究を開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866982Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866981Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO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. A new post-bath staple at Gero Onsen: a yogurt specialty shop openshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866980Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYogurt 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. Capturing gait characteristics in cerebellar stroke through leg and trunk movements: Neurorehabilitation Research Centerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866979Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. 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 sizehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866978Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866977Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “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. 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866976Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. Free release of a practical guide to using AI for skills transfer in factories, with 15 promptshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866975Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. [Results report for performance-based telemarketing service] 営業ハック announces that its “Apo 100” service secured 628 leads in October 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866974Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. “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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866973Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES1950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）。 EV tuk-tuk sharing service launches in Nishikan Ward, Niigata Cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866972Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866842Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:25:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 Bringing Ehime’s food to Kyushu: 18 prefectural businesses to exhibit at FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 <Kyushu>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866843Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:22:43 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 Is it true that educational attainment can be predicted from DNA?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866844Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:22:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESEducational 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. A retreat space born from a project to “learn and build” a sauna amid the natural beauty of Hachijojimahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866845https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866845Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:21:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. ICMG Group to hold external seminar, “How to Leverage Intangible Assets Through an Understanding of the Essence of Corporate Governance”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866848https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866848Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn 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. “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 NOISYhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866847Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 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. 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866846https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866846Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866849https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866849Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:17:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. QommonsAI training held in Aibetsu, Hokkaido — Participants learn through group work how to use generative AI in their daily workhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866674https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866674Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:14:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn 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. 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866684Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 “HANAMIYA,” an accommodation blending Kyoto’s traditional crafts and naturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866683Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHIYOSHIYA 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. Perixx launches new gray color for its 55mm replacement trackball, “PERIPRO-304”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866682Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGermany’s Perixx has launched a new gray color for its 55mm replacement trackball, “PERIPRO-304.” まいにち株式会社 conducts demonstration test assuming drone delivery of portable toilets during disastershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866681https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866681Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDrawing 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. 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, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866680https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866680Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 countrieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866679Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Japan GX Group releases OpenStock Japan v1.0 for free, an open-source tool for centrally managing startup shareholder registers, capital policies and shareholder meetingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866678https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866678Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn 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. [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, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866677Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). Shimamura and バースデイ to open a limited-time POP UP STORE at Lazona Kawasaki Plaza from Friday, Nov. 27!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866676Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866675Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “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. The familiar “Lifeguard” has now become chocolate!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866685Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:08:22 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. CamThink expands its NeoEyes compact camera lineup with Morse Micro’s Wi-Fi HaLow technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866686https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866686Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:07:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESMorse Micro announced a partnership with CamThink, integrating Wi-Fi HaLow technology into the NeoEyes NE101, NE301 and NE302 compact camera lineup. [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 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866687Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:03:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESDry 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. [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 impracticalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866688Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:02:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. “Furusato Nozei Gourmet Awards” results announced! Grand prize goes to the Tajima duck hot pot set, raised using natural-cycle farming in Shinonsen, Hyogo Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866689Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:01:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866690Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:01:27 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 [Grant applications open] Applications begin for the 6th “Fund to Support Learning in Japan” (2026/11/13–2027/1/7)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866691Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Making further strides in strengthening its software development capabilities, 株式会社ケイエム becomes a subsidiaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866692Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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−】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866790Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn 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. 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 locationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866789Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866788Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNoritaka 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. Recreating even the “feel of cutting” in real time. “XR Lathe Trainer” for manufacturers and educational institutions launches, with orders now being acceptedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866787Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Providing food containers that allow waste to be sorted at the Yokohama Christmas Market. Also helping people learn about local environmental initiativeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866786Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. [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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866785Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 株式会社Own B officially launches “Own B AI,” an apparel manufacturing platform that uses AI to create specifications in minuteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866784Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866783Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. [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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866782Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866781Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866780Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Official “SugaryGroovy” Character Encyclopedia Opens! 30 Characters Unveiled in First Releasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866779Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866773Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. UK-Origin Film Awards “SHINY AWARDS” Announces 5 Winning Directors After First-Ever Japan Editionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866772Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866771Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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%. Grand Prize in 2nd Sports Business Awards Goes to B.LEAGUE’s “B.革新”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866770Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Make Every Journey a Richer Experience: The Premium Mobility Vision of Hayashi Telempuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866769Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. TWC ART MAKE STUDIO Launches New Medical Permanent Makeup Promotion | Joins “ACCEL JAPAN,” with Tomomi Itano as Ambassadorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866768Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTWC ART MAKE STUDIO has launched a new promotion for medical permanent makeup and joined the “ACCEL JAPAN” project, whose ambassador is Tomomi Itano. 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 Regionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866767Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 【Free to Attend】Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare to Hold “Work Efficiency Seminar”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866766Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs 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. MPower Partners Invests in Q-CTRL, Developer of Infrastructure Software for Quantum Technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866765Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMPower 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. 【First in Japanese Rugby】Turn the Stadium Sky Blue! Jet Balloon Event to Debut at “Shutsujin Festival 2026” on Nov. 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866764Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 「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！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866763Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 2027年度 マリンフーズ入社予定者向け内定式を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866762Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 【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 Billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866761Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“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. 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 capitalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866760Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. [三田製麺所] 18th anniversary celebration, 3rd installment! Tsukimi Yodare Chicken campaign launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866759Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Misato Ugaki named official ambassador; Wonder Korea launches to discover Korea's lesser-known charms and bring them to Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866758Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866757Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDataHax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. [RIMOWA] Limited-edition collection by RIMOWA and Maison Margiela launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866756Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. 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 filehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866755Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. [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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866754Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 deploymentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866753Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAkihiro 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. 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 programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866752Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 Hallhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866751Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. [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)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866750Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866749Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866748Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. A high-performance outerwear jacket that adapts to changing weather!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866747Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTwo 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. Legaseed, which receives applications from about 20,000 students a year, holds an internship where participants take on real business challenges with company executiveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866746Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. NordVPN launches a new feature that lets users check what information about them is known online by viewing their digital footprinthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866745Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNordVPN 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866744Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. The second genten × Hello Kitty collaboration. Leather bags and accessories designed for everyday life for adultshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866743Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESgenten 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. 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 specialtieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866742Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. SamuraiAX releases a password vault feature for secure team sharing and a Chrome extension (Samurai App)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866741Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 【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 observedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866740Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAI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. Enoshima Electric Railway, supporting Kanagawa’s infrastructure and tourism, digitizes its accounting operations! Automates complex accounting integrations with unified billing and “OneVoicePalette”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866739Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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.” 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 displayedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866738Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. Among people who have seen No.1 claims, 64.2% said they “influence purchasing decisions”; the figure was 64.7% for positive-rating percentage claimshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866737Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording 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.” 【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 purchaseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866736Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFlexispot 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. 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. 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866735Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). 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 findshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866734Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. PeopleX begins collaboration with ラフール, which has a track record of working with more than 2,500 companies on organizational improvementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866733Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. “SOKUYAKU Premium” included for JCB The Class members. Making online medical consultations and medication guidance more accessible and convenienthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866732Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. “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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866731Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. 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 improvementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261113-09/index-en-p9.html#n3866730Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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.