【Urgent! Customer Harassment Prevention Seminar】Protect frontline staff from the surge in malicious complaints! Online seminar on practical methods for addressing customer harassment prevention measures now mandated for companies to be held on Thursday, December 3!
Annual 【BLACK FRIDAY SALE】“Shinkansen + hotel” at shocking prices! Save on stays of 2 nights or more with the “consecutive-night discount”!
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株式会社ジェイアール東海ツアーズ is holding a limited-time BLACK FRIDAY SALE on “EX Travel Pack” through 20:00 on Nov. 30, 2026. Shinkansen and hotel package plans will be offered at special prices, and a new “Multi-Night Stay Discount” will provide discounts for stays of 2 or more consecutive nights.
Facts
Limited-time offer through 20:00 on Monday, Nov. 30, 2026
Librus株式会社 publishes insight report, “How Much Does SCS Certification Cost? Evaluation Fees, Compliance Costs, and Budgeting”
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Librus株式会社 has published an insight report on the costs of obtaining SCS certification. The report explains the overall cost structure, including registration fees, expert reviews and vulnerability countermeasures, as well as how to prepare a budget.
Popular sports manga “剣に焦ぐ” and “Forward!－フォワード!－” to be published all at once! Reservations for 6 titles, including サイコミ Publishing’s January 2027 releases, open sequentially from Friday, Nov. 13
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株式会社Cygames announced that 6 print titles from the publishing projects サイコミ Publishing and NEXT, run by the サイコミ manga service, will go on sale in January 2027. Reservations open on Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
6 titles
Friday, January 15, 2027
Friday, Jan. 29, 2027
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
1,089 yen
946 yen
Surpassed 20 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社Cygames、サイコミ、楽天ブックス、Amazon、アニメイト、ゲーマーズ、書泉、とらのあな、メロンブックス、有隣堂、WonderGOO、yodobashi.com、タワーレコード、漫画全巻ドットコム、Comi Comi Studio、CyStore、Google Play、App Store
An after-school inquiry-based learning program where elementary and junior high school students meet and collaborate with adults active in the real world. NIJINアカデミー放課後PJ to hold an online information session for parents on Friday, Dec. 4
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株式会社NIJIN’s NIJINプロジェクトスクール will hold an online information session for parents of elementary and junior high school students on Dec. 4.
“Paper Made Clipboard” wins Good Design Best 100 and the 中小企業庁 Commissioner’s Award ／ A new clipboard born from exploring the potential of paper
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安達紙器工業株式会社’s “Paper Made Clipboard” won the “Good Design Best 100” and the “中小企業庁長官賞” at the 2026 Good Design Awards. It features a unique spring mechanism that holds documents using only paper, without metal fittings, and demonstrated durability with no breakage or loss of gripping force after 10,000 opening-and-closing cycles. Prices are 4,180 yen for the A5 size and 4,620 yen for the A4 size.
Facts
2026 Good Design Award
After 10,000 opening-and-closing cycles
Approximately 3 times the holding strength of conventional products
LYNXS launches “QR codes for joining distribution groups” through its broadcast messaging feature
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株式会社LYNXS has begun offering “QR codes for joining distribution groups” through the broadcast messaging feature of its community-based integrated care platform, LYNXS. Recipients can now receive information through existing tools such as LINE, SMS and email without creating an account or using an app, with the feature expected to improve efficiency in confirming the safety of evacuees and sharing information at shelters, especially during disasters.
Facts
When the proof-of-concept experiment began in October 2026
【Event Report】Wakayama Manufacturing Culture Festival 2026 draws a total of 6,523 visitors. All 16 exhibitors welcomed guests with workshops and live demonstrations
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The Wakayama Manufacturing Culture Festival 2026, hosted by 和歌山オープンファクトリー推進委員会, was held, drawing a total of 6,523 visitors over the 2 festival days. All 16 exhibitors held workshops and live demonstrations, and workshop sales reached 1.97 times the previous year’s level.
Facts
A total of 6,523 visitors
Reached 1.97 times the previous year’s level
Up 45.7% year on year
Satisfaction (“satisfied” and “somewhat satisfied” combined): 98.6%
From 2.6 million yen in debt and a dissolute lifestyle to “business monkhood.” What is the “all-in” strategy that took an ordinary person to cumulative sales of 20 billion yen?
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Eureka Partners Pte. Ltd. announced that its representative, Masashi Nagaoka, authored the e-book “An Ordinary Person’s ‘All-In’ Strategy,” which ranked No. 1 in 3 Amazon Kindle categories.
DomoAI PTE. LTD. launched its creative assistant “InkoAI Agent” on Nov. 12, 2026. The agent generates images and videos based on user input and supports 4 creative skills: story videos, live-action-style short dramas, anime videos and cartoon-style animation.
Facts
Nov. 12, 2026
A total of 15 model types
More than 30 styles
Original500 万人を突破
Supports 7 languages
Original1時間に60枚まで
Companies mentioned：DomoAI PTE. LTD.、DomoAI、Association of Trade & Commerce (Singapore)、ATC
Eggs and vegetables among the prizes! “Crane Market” opens at the フタバ図書 TSUTAYA アルティ福山店
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株式会社フタバ図書 opened “Crane Market,” a large crane-game area, at the フタバ図書 TSUTAYA アルティ福山店 in Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, on Nov. 17, 2026. The flagship store, the largest third location, has a floor area of 300 tsubo and 127 crane game machines. Prizes include food such as eggs and vegetables, as well as figures and everyday goods.
5 South Korean SaaS startups explore the Japanese market in Fukuoka, generating 39 business meetings and deal opportunities worth $1.3 million
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NIPA, under South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT, held “Korea-Japan Innovation Connect Fukuoka 2026” in Fukuoka from Oct. 6 to 9, where 5 South Korean SaaS startups pitched and held business meetings as they sought to enter the Japanese market. They held 39 meetings, with a total deal value of $1.3 million.
株式会社まつりば and 徳島大学 develop an entrepreneurship program for junior high school students
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株式会社まつりば has developed “Bizukatsu,” an entrepreneurship education program for middle school students, in collaboration with 徳島大学 and 徳島県教育委員会. An open class will be held at 神山中学校 in November 2026.
Danilo Caymmi and Ricardo Bacelar release “Volta Seca – Canções do Cangaço”
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Danilo Caymmi and Ricardo Bacelar will release “Volta Seca – Canções do Cangaço,” an album reinterpreting songs by the legendary Volta Seca, on November 13. They are also beginning a collaboration with music publisher トダメリカ.
Facts
November 13
About 70 years ago
1957
April 2026
Only 11 years old
9 songs
No. 7
No. 9
7 songs
1 song
3 songs
Early 2027
Companies mentioned：BACELAR PARTICIPACOES E PRODUCOES ARTISTICAS LTDA、ジャスミン・ミュージック、Todamérica、ジャスミン・スタジオ
[Restaurant and consumer survey] 80% (79.3%) of family restaurant diners have a “regular place.” The final deciding factor is “conversation with family or friends” at 26.3%, while the average review score is 3.8%.
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According to a survey of family restaurant customers by SOEL株式会社, 79.3% visited a restaurant for the 2nd time or more, and conversation with family or friends (26.3%) was the most common factor in deciding to visit. Those who made reservations tended to consult restaurant review sites or official websites and spend more per person.
Facts
The average review score is 3.8%
A survey of 400 men and women nationwide aged 20–59
Legal contract reviews, as easy as shopping online. Launch of “Propas,” a flat-rate contract review service by attorneys, with reviews available as soon as the next business day
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プロスパイア法律事務所 launched “Propas,” a flat-rate contract review service by attorneys, on November 13, 2026, with reviews available as soon as the next business day. Customers can submit requests through a form without a consultation or estimate, and receive a risk assessment report and proposed revisions.
Facts
Nov. 13, 2026
Original秘密保持契約書（NDA）なら1件22,000円（税込）
Original業務委託契約書なら1件44,000円（税込）
Each fee is discounted by 40% from the regular price
Monthly base fee: 11,000 yen
English-language contracts cost 1.5 times the listed amounts
Bookings for sailings from January 11, 2027 to March 31, 2027 eligible. Sales begin at 13:00 on November 16, 2026!
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宮崎カーフェリー株式会社 will begin selling web booking discounts at 13:00 on November 16, 2026, for sailings from January 11 to March 31, 2027. Discounts include “Fune-Wari 30” and the “Miyazaki Sea Travel Campaign Discount,” which comes with accommodation benefits.
More freedom in the fragrance business. “THE LABORATORY,” a platform supporting companies and individuals taking on the challenge of creating new brands and products, launches.
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株式会社セントネーションズ has launched “THE LABORATORY,” a fragrance-making platform that supports everything from personal perfumery to product development for brands.
Back by popular demand for its 4th release! Popular YouTuber ちいめろ’s collaboration “ISM SWEET DOLCE” goes on sale November 20
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株式会社モンシュシュ will release “ISM SWEET DOLCE,” a collaboration product with popular YouTuber ちいめろ, for the 4th time starting November 20, 2026, at ドン・キホーテ and online shops.
Facts
Price: 4,290 yen (tax included)
ちいめろ instant photos with handwritten signatures: 50 winners
ISM shampoo and conditioner trial packs: 300 winners
[Survey of 500 fan activity enthusiasts] 57.8% have spent extra to get random bonus items! What separates “amazing freebies” that thrill fans from disappointing ones?
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A survey of 500 fan activity enthusiasts conducted by 株式会社デザポケ found that 57.8% had spent extra to obtain random bonus items. The findings showed that improving the quality of promotional items and introducing rarity and linked features can boost fan satisfaction and maximize sales.
EXDREAM continues 1-year support for NTTファシリティーズ in promoting the use of generative AI
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EXDREAM株式会社 has been providing ongoing support for NTTファシリティーズ’s use of generative AI since September 2025. Over 1 year, it held 13 seminars and 12 workshops, with approximately 2,450 participants in total, delivering practical training using Microsoft Copilot.
“Is there a right answer to building a career that feels true to you?” An event exploring ways of living and working on your own terms with students and young professionals navigating job hunting and career changes (online on Nov. 28)
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パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社 will hold an online event on Nov. 28 under the theme “Is there a right answer to building a career that feels true to you?” as part of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s Local Talent Return Promotion Project (LO Katsu Project).
Announcing the 20 finalists for “WE AT Challenge 2026,” a global pitch contest aiming to become one of Asia’s largest well-being festivals.
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一般社団法人WE AT has announced the 20 finalists for the global pitch contest “WE AT Challenge 2026,” to be held at Tokyo Innovation Base on Nov. 27, 2026. More than 600 applications came from 40 countries worldwide, and Temasek Foundation is participating as an Official Partner.
Facts
20 finalist teams
Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
Now in its 3rd year
Featuring 4 tracks
From 40 countries worldwide
More than 600 applications
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人WE AT、Tokyo Innovation Base、Temasek Foundation、FUST Lab.、株式会社MiRESSO、Aeropod、Qolombo Elements株式会社、SkySense株式会社、OUI Inc.、PragmaClin Research Inc.、株式会社Quick、Syd Life AI、株式会社ザ・ファージ、CartFit株式会社、株式会社Quixotiks、SYNRA株式会社、つながりAI株式会社、Vlightup株式会社、クレプシードラ株式会社、Atlas, Inc.、株式会社ovgo、株式会社シンコキュウ、VUILD株式会社、東京大学、京都大学、東京科学大学、東大IPC、博報堂、住友生命、キヤノンMJ
Technical support using “n-Links” for the MCO demonstration at Canon’s booth at “Inter BEE 2026”
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アイ・ペアーズ株式会社 will provide technical support for the MCO demonstration at キヤノン株式会社’s booth at “Inter BEE 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe in November 2026, using its in-house software “n-Links.”
Investment in Boston Medical Sciences株式会社, developer of a laxative-free virtual endoscopy system
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Aflac Ventures Japan株式会社 has invested in Boston Medical Sciences株式会社. Boston Medical Sciences is a medical technology startup developing an AI-powered, laxative-free virtual endoscopy system.
Facts
Established: April 2023
Established: January 24, 2020
Companies mentioned：Aflac Ventures Japan株式会社、AVJ2号投資事業有限責任組合、Boston Medical Sciences株式会社、アフラック生命保険株式会社、米国FDA
[2026 Shichi-Go-San trends] Photo shoots aren’t limited to November! About 90% take photos outside November, with changes in outfits and celebration styles
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A survey compiling Shichigosan photo-shoot results from November 2025 through October 2026 at the photo studio “Shaleny,” operated by 株式会社たちばな, found that about 90% of shoots took place outside November, with spring (3-6) the most popular season at 37.3%. Shoots without an outing in kimono accounted for 53.57%. While classic patterns remain popular for outfits, muted colors and Japanese-Western mixes are also attracting attention. Boys aged 3 accounted for 6.9% of shoots, and family portrait sessions are on the rise.
Two AI learning platforms developed by 未来教育株式会社 (MIRAIE), “AIVICE” and “FUTURE COMPASS,” have each won an award: the Japan e-Learning Award and the 1EdTech Japan Award, respectively. A full-scale rollout for schools is planned for fiscal 2027.
Facts
2 awards in educational technology for fiscal 2026
Putting the questions in immune research within reach through the power of analysis. CyberomiX to exhibit at the 55th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Immunology
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株式会社CyberomiX will exhibit at the 55th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Immunology, to be held at the Osaka International Convention Center from Nov. 17 to 19, 2026. It will showcase technologies including single-cell analysis and spatial transcriptome analysis, as well as “ATERA,” a new platform to be introduced in December.
Facts
55th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Immunology
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Original19日（木）
Corporate exhibition booth No. 39
Newly introduced in December
C1 Cell Autoprep (Fluidigm社, as of 2012)
Founded in Kyoto in 2023
By the end of this fiscal year (through the end of March 2027)
Pro esports team VARREL launches “VARREL GROWTH PARTNERS,” a corporate membership program supporting stronger recruitment and a more engaged organization
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株式会社CELLORB has launched “VARREL GROWTH PARTNERS,” a corporate membership program designed to support the recruitment and retention of young people and IT talent. Based on data on esports viewership and affinity with IT talent, the program offers recruitment communications and internal engagement initiatives.
Facts
A survey of 20,000 people
12.6% among people in their 20s
The overall average of 7.0%
51.8% of people in their 20s
“IT engineers, programmers and development professionals” at 19.8%
“Creators, designers and video production” (7.2%)
IT talent (engineers and creators) account for 27.0% of the total
Transition rate from information sessions to first interviews: approximately 40%
Transition rate from information sessions to first interviews: ... → approximately 80%
Number of accepted job offers: 6 annually
Referrals: 3 hires annually from employees’ gaming friends
Internal event attendance: approximately 50 people
Internal event attendance: ... → increased to approximately 80 people
Approximately 3 million cumulative visitors. Fresh, seasonal seafood from across Japan all in one place! One of Japan’s largest seafood food festivals, SAKANA&JAPAN FESTIVAL, SAKANA JAPAN FESTIVAL 2026 in Odaiba
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The seafood food festival “SAKANA JAPAN FESTIVAL 2026 in Odaiba,” organized by SAKANA&JAPAN FESTIVAL実行委員会, will be held from Dec. 4 to 6, 2026. One of Japan’s largest events, it has attracted approximately 3 million visitors to date and will offer fresh seafood from across the country as well as special menus from participating vendors. Also being held alongside it are “Full of Attractions! Fukushima Festival,” supporting recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, and the 12th Fish-1 Grand Prix, a competition for domestically produced seafood.
[Survey of Beverage Vending Machine Users’ Payment Needs] Approximately 90% of vending machine users want cashless payments
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A survey by 株式会社エム・ピー・ソリューション found that approximately 90% (88.3%) of beverage vending machine users want cashless payments, with particularly strong demand for tap-to-pay. The findings revealed that some customers abandon purchases or go to other stores when machines accept cash only or offer QR code payments only.
[Buttery LaLaport Anjo] Reservations open for a Christmas-exclusive Big Mille-Feuille! Chestnut financiers and apple pies, featuring autumn flavors, also go on sale
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The pastry shop “Buttery” has opened reservations for its Christmas-exclusive Big Mille-Feuille at its LaLaport Anjo store, and is also releasing chestnut financiers and apple pies as new autumn-limited products.
Promoting the addition of batteries to solar power plants converted to FIP
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株式会社サンヴィレッジ is proceeding with a project to add a battery system to a solar power plant converted to FIP at the Kami-Ayashi Power Plant in Sendai, owned by its group company SVC. Construction is scheduled for completion in March 2027, and the system will use a PCS manufactured by ダイヘン and batteries manufactured by CATL.
Facts
Solar DC capacity: 502.08 kW
Solar AC capacity: 489 kW
Estimated annual power generation: 530,196 kWh
Battery capacity: 2,444 kWh
Construction is scheduled for completion in March 2027
NASEF JAPAN launches “High School Esports Support Project” in partnership with full members
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NASEF JAPAN has launched the “High School Esports Support Project” in partnership with full-member companies. As the first initiative, it will work with 楽天グループ and 楽天モバイル to offer a network implementation support program aimed at improving internet connectivity for high school esports clubs.
Facts
Establishment of new esports clubs from April 2027
More than 805 high schools across Japan are members
Spectators wanted for the Bibliobattle Tournament for Elementary and Junior High School Students in Numazu 2026!
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A final tournament of Bibliobattle featuring elementary and junior high school students will be held at 沼津市立図書館 on December 13, 令和8年, and spectators are being invited.
Christmas Cake Collection 2026, featuring a showstopping strawberry and pistachio cake. Reservations open November 21 (Saturday).
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ヒルトン大阪 will begin taking reservations for its Christmas Cake Collection on November 21, 2026. The featured item is “Bûche de Noël Strawberry Log,” made with strawberries and pistachios. The lineup includes 5 types of whole cakes, along with limited-edition sweets such as small cakes and stollen.
Facts
The “Bûche de Noël Strawberry Log” is priced at 5,400 yen
PassLogic launches a “Free Trial Extension / Implementation Consultation Campaign” to help strengthen corporate authentication security
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パスロジ株式会社 is running a campaign to extend the free trial period for its multi-factor authentication solution “PassLogic” from 30 days to 90 days, helping companies strengthen authentication security.
Facts
Extended to 90 days
The usual 30-day period
November 13, 2026: Applications open
January 31, 2027: Application deadline
Holds a total of 127 domestic and international cases
Autify launches AI software quality engineering platform “Autify” and implementation support service “Autify Pro Service” on AWS Marketplace
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オーティファイ株式会社 has launched its AI software quality engineering platform “Autify” and implementation support service “Autify Pro Service” on AWS Marketplace. This enables companies using AWS to procure them through accounts they are already familiar with.
Companies mentioned：オーティファイ株式会社、AWS Marketplace、Amazon Web Services、AWS、Autify, Inc.
[Event Report] Introducing junior and senior high school students to STEM role models before they choose between science and humanities. “STEM Week” held, with working women giving talks at 37 schools nationwide
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公益財団法人山田進太郎D&I財団 held “STEM Week” from October 12 to 26, 2026, with working women in STEM fields giving talks to approximately 3,700 students at 37 junior and senior high schools nationwide.
Word add-in “スグラク” with free basic features supports PC environments centrally managed by IT departments
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FRAIM株式会社 has added an “All Users” installation option to its Word add-in “スグラク,” allowing installation across an entire PC with administrator privileges and supporting deployment in environments centrally managed by IT departments.
Exclusive domestic sales agency agreement signed for self-checkout fraud prevention solution “Sesame Solution”
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高千穂交易株式会社 has signed an exclusive sales agency agreement in Japan for the self-checkout fraud prevention solution “Sesame Solution” with ITAB Shop Concept (China) Co., Ltd., a group company of ITAB Group AB. Sales will begin on November 16, 2026, helping prevent shoplifting and customers leaving without paying.
Facts
17 countries worldwide
2,000 stores
105,135 cases
6,843 cases
7.0%
Oct. 27, 2026
Nov. 16, 2026
Revenue of ¥100 million
Fiscal 2027
December 2, 2026
About 5,300 people
12.78 billion Swedish kronor
Companies mentioned：高千穂交易株式会社、ITAB Group AB、ITAB Shop Concept (China) Co., Ltd.
Latest research on broccoli sprouts and gut bacteria published: continued consumption increases “butyrate-producing bacteria” and “butyrate”
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株式会社村上農園 announced that a trial involving healthy adults found that continued consumption of broccoli sprouts increased the proportion of butyrate-producing bacteria in the gut and the concentration of butyrate in stool.
Why are “quality culture and ethical behavior” required? | Seminar explaining the ISO 9001:2026 revisions
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株式会社Re-grit Partners will hold an online seminar on December 4, 2026, explaining the changes in the ISO 9001:2026 revision. 水城学, executive officer at ビューローベリタスジャパン株式会, will speak as a guest, explaining key changes, including quality culture and ethical behavior, and preparations for the transition.
株式会社エーピーコミュニケーションズ launches “AI Governance Implementation and Ongoing Support”
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株式会社エーピーコミュニケーションズ began offering its “AI Governance Implementation and Ongoing Support” service on November 13, 2026, to help companies manage and promote the use of AI while addressing risks.
The pop-up shop “ラヴィット！ラッピーストア,” featuring Lappy, the mascot of TBS’s morning show “ラヴィット！,” will be held at 広島PARCO. Official merchandise will be sold and photo sessions held during the event. Admission is free.
Facts
For 3 days: the 27th, 28th and 29th
Official merchandise totaling at least ¥2,000 (tax included)
The first customers will receive 1 “Hiroshima-exclusive Lappy sticker”
AI-powered mid-career recruitment ATS “e2R Career” opens for advance demos ahead of its December 1 launch
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株式会社ワークス・ジャパン will launch “e2R Career,” an ATS for mid-career recruitment with generative AI built in as standard, on December 1, 2026, and has begun accepting requests for advance demos.
Draws about 700 people at pre-debut, with Sapporo Collection appearance also confirmed! The highly anticipated idol group “瞬間恋愛” continues its rapid rise, releasing its 3rd new song ahead of its official debut!
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The idol group “瞬間恋愛 -SHUNREN-” has released its 3rd new song, “シブヤメイロ.” The group drew about 700 people to its pre-debut live show and will appear at Sapporo Collection on November 22, followed by its official debut live show on November 23.
Facts
Drew approximately 700 people
Its 3rd original song
VIP ¥15,000
Front section ¥10,000
Priority ¥3,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社SVC、Apple Music、Spotify、LINE MUSIC、radiko、FM AICHI、REDS WAVE FM
A new “学研スクエア” opens inside the store: 有隣堂 トレッサ横浜店 reopens after renovation on November 20
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株式会社有隣堂 will reopen “有隣堂 トレッサ横浜店” after renovation on November 20, 2026. Key changes include opening a “学研スクエア” inside the store, expanding the children’s book shelves and stationery section to about 2 times their current size, and adding a new variety goods section. On November 29, it will also hold an event for parents and children in partnership with 朝日小学生新聞.
Announces 16 winners of the “Japan AI Awards 2026” from 126 entries
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The Japan AI Awards Executive Committee (secretariat: 一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会) announced 16 winners of the Japan AI Awards 2026 at the AI & Security Summit 2026, held on November 12, 2026. Of 126 total entries, 株式会社博報堂DYコーポレートイニシアティブ won the grand prize in the organization category, while 太古無限 of ダイハツ工業株式会社 won the grand prize in the individual category.
Facts
16 winning entries
16 finalists (8 in the organization category and 8 in the individual category)
Maids from あっとほぉーむカフェ take part in a ceremony marking the installation of smart trash bins in Chiyoda Ward! They also volunteer to clean the streets of Akihabara
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あっとほぉーむカフェ, a maid café operated by インフィニア株式会社, took part in a ceremony marking Chiyoda Ward's installation of smart trash bins in Akihabara, followed by a volunteer cleanup.
HESTA大倉 signs sponsorship agreement with professional golfer Katsumasa Miyamoto
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株式会社HESTA大倉 signed a sponsorship agreement with professional golfer Katsumasa Miyamoto, effective October 1, 2026. Miyamoto has 12 career wins on the domestic men's tour and was the money leader on the senior tour for 3 consecutive years, from 2023 to 2025.
Don't stop at “wanting to do good for society.” Free “Good for Society Design Template” offered to small and medium-sized businesses
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株式会社ルミッション will begin offering its “Good for Society Design Template” free of charge from November 13, 2026, through its “President's Doppelganger” service for small and medium-sized business owners. The template links business activities with the creation of social value.
[Atami, Shizuoka] Atami Nagisa Terrace, a whole-house rental with panoramic sea and night views and a scenic bath overlooking the ocean, opens November 8, 2026, with reservations now open — operations entrusted to accommodation management service ＆ やど管理
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ココザス株式会社's accommodation management service ＆ やど管理 has been entrusted with operating Atami Nagisa Terrace, a whole-house rental in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, and began accepting reservations on November 8, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 8, 2026
About 63 m²
Accommodates up to 4 people
Occupancy rate of over 96%
July 11, 2016
Companies mentioned：ココザス株式会社、＆ やど管理、COCO VILLA、＆ VILLA、COCO VILLA Owners、COCO VILLA sauna
“Area Market Report / Fukuoka,” October 2026 edition, released
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三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社 has released the October 2026 edition of its “Area Market Report / Fukuoka,” covering real estate market conditions and macroeconomic indicators in the Fukuoka area.
[Free admission] November 29 event! Full details revealed for STARTUP＆VENTURE PARADISE (Stapala), bringing together an impressive lineup of guests, with a live recording of a popular show and a variety of interactive experiences
Companies mentioned：株式会社YOUTRUST、Forbes JAPAN、Artistspoken、TBSラジオ、Google、KDDI、JAXA、AnyReach株式会社、Anker、Toffy、大五うなぎ工房、クラフトカレーブラザーズ、Café de Ami、おにぎり戸越屋、海苔弁むら川、株式会社あすいく、LINE
CPA Excellent Partners changes its name to FINAC株式会社
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CPAエクセレントパートナーズ株式会社 will change its name to FINAC株式会社 effective November 16, 2026, and its affiliated companies will also adopt the unified FINAC brand.
Columbia's iconic BUGABOO returns to mark its 40th anniversary: BUGABOO II 1986 INTERCHANGE JACKET and BUGABOOT 1.0
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株式会社コロンビアスポーツウェアジャパン will release the reissue models “BUGABOO II 1986 INTERCHANGE JACKET” and “BUGABOOT 1.0” on November 15, 2026, to mark the 40th anniversary of “BUGABOO,” one of its signature products, first launched in 1986.
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40th anniversary
Since its founding in 1938
Born in 1986
In 1993
On Sunday, November 15, 2026
Sales begin at 10:00 on Monday, 11/16
¥30,800 (tax included)
¥31,900 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社コロンビアスポーツウェアジャパン、Columbia、COLUMBIA TOKYO FLAGSHIP、コロンビア グランフロント大阪店、コロンビア サッポロファクトリー店、コロンビア公式オンラインストア
[Co-hosted by JX通信社 and Exa] Initial response to minimize supply chain disruptions, Wednesday, November 18
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Announcement of a webinar co-hosted by 株式会社JX通信社 and 株式会社エクサ. The webinar will introduce ways to use Exa's SCM solutions and JX通信社's AI risk detection service “FASTALERT” as an approach to minimizing the impact of initial responses to supply chain disruption risks.
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Wednesday, November 18
Nov. 18, 2026
12:00〜13:00
7 months after release
58th term
Companies mentioned：株式会社JX通信社、株式会社エクサ、日本アイ・ビー・エム株式会社、陸上自衛隊高等工科学校、NHK、ISM Japan
TV anime “Gintama” × 鳴門鯛焼本舗 collaboration announced! Original merchandise, including collaboration-exclusive acrylic stands, can badges and plush keychains, will be on sale!
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A collaboration between the TV anime “Gintama” and 鳴門鯛焼本舗 will bring exclusive merchandise and original taiyaki to 30 stores nationwide from November 27 to December 26, 2026.
[Handa, Aichi Prefecture] Special exhibition: “Preliminary Drawings for Tachikawa-School Festival Float Carvings in the Miyasaka Family Documents” [November 14–29, 2026]
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A special exhibition featuring about 50 preliminary drawings for Tachikawa-school festival float carvings from the Miyasaka family documents held by the 諏訪市博物館 will open on November 14, 2026, at the 半田市立博物館.
Capture everything from nebulae and star clusters to the Milky Way with a single tap. An ideal 1 unit for first-time users of smart telescopes. The “Seestar S30 Plus” goes on sale Friday, November 20.
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株式会社ビクセン will release the “Seestar S30 Plus,” a smart telescope made by ZWO社, on November 20, 2026. It features 2 lenses, wide-angle and telephoto, and enables intuitive astrophotography with a dedicated app. Weighing 1.65 kg, it is an easy-to-use entry-level model for beginners.
Make equatorial mode on the Seestar series even easier to use. ZWO社’s optional “Seestar TH10 3/8-inch Quick Release Plate” goes on sale Friday, November 20.
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株式会社ビクセン will release the “Seestar TH10 3/8-inch Quick Release Plate,” an optional accessory that improves usability when using equatorial mode with ZWO社's Seestar series of smart telescopes, on November 20, 2026.
[A Japan-originated challenge to go global through cross-industry collaboration] Japan Management Association announces plans for a joint exhibit at CES 2027 under the theme “Japanese Longevity (Life-Wellness),” alongside 9 participating companies
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一般社団法人日本能率協会 (JMA) announced plans for a joint exhibition booth with an alliance of 9 companies at CES 2027, to be held in Las Vegas, USA, in January 2027. The booth will be themed “Japanese Longevity (Life-Wellness).”
Four plush toys of PaRappa, Sunny Funny, PJ Berri and Katy Kat from the original rhythm-action game “PaRappa the Rapper” available for preorder starting November 13!
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インフォレンズ株式会社 announced that preorders for 4 plush toys of PaRappa, Sunny Funny, PJ Berri and Katy Kat from the original rhythm-action game “PaRappa the Rapper” will begin on November 13, 2026, with the toys set to go on sale in late June 2027.
MISUMI floow indirect materials total cost reduction service introduced at 三菱電機’s Owariasahi Plant
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株式会社ミスミグループ本社's MISUMI floow indirect materials total cost reduction service has been introduced at 三菱電機's Owariasahi Plant. It is expected to streamline ordering and inventory management for cut-resistant gloves, significantly reduce procurement time and lower total costs.
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Orders for gloves alone had been placed about 10 times a month
Qualifying event for the world's largest kids' dance competition, “マイナビDANCEALIVE 2027 KIDS CHUBU,” announced! The top 2 point earners in each region advance to the April finals
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株式会社アノマリー has announced a Chubu regional qualifying event for the world's largest kids' dance competition, “マイナビDANCEALIVE 2027.” The top 2 participants in cumulative points from each region will advance to the April finals.
Christmas courses now available at アニヴェルセルカフェ みなとみらい横浜!
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アニヴェルセル株式会社 will offer Christmas courses at アニヴェルセルカフェ みなとみらい横浜 for 4 days only: December 19, 20, 24 and 25, 2026. Lunch is ¥7,900, and dinner starts at ¥15,000.
Attenir and HERALBONY collaborate for the first time, creating original items under the theme “Free your mind and body.”
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株式会社アテニア and 株式会社ヘラルボニー have collaborated for the first time, creating a scarf eco-bag and a pair of art plates featuring works by 3 artists under contract with Heralbony, with the theme “Freeing the mind and body.” The items will be offered as gifts in Attenir’s winter campaign starting November 15, 2026.
Crowding in spectator areas visualized at “Mynavi Tour de Kyushu ２０２６”
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株式会社アイティフォー and CVC investment recipient 株式会社バカン conducted a pilot test at the Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2026, held on October 10, 2026, to visualize crowding in real time at 8 locations along the route and in spectator areas. The dedicated web page, VACAN Maps, recorded 5,095 PV, and uneven crowd distribution was confirmed, demonstrating the effectiveness of dispersing foot traffic.
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8 locations along the route and in spectator areas
5,095 PV (page views)
3 levels: “Uncrowded,” “Somewhat crowded” and “Crowded”
5 locations, including areas around the finish line
【ArtSticker】Official tickets now on sale for Art Fair Beppu Spring 2027, a roving art fair held in one of the world’s leading hot spring destinations
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ArtSticker, operated by 株式会社The Chain Museum, has begun selling official tickets for Art Fair Beppu Spring 2027, a roving art fair organized by 混浴温泉世界実行委員会.
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All 39 participating groups
39 groups and 51 artists*
Early-bird ticket, 1,000 yen cheaper
Early bird: 1,500 yen
Exciting! Beppu ticket with hot spring bathing admission: 1,700 yen
Advance: 2,000 yen
Exciting! Beppu ticket with hot spring bathing admission: 2,200 yen
On the day: 2,500 yen
Exciting! Beppu ticket with hot spring bathing admission: 2,700 yen
Forval and 栃木信用金庫 launch full-scale support for local businesses under a comprehensive partnership agreement, the first of its kind with a credit union in Tochigi Prefecture
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株式会社フォーバル and 栃木信用金庫 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on September 7, 2026, and held a kickoff event on November 12 to launch full-scale support for local businesses.
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67.01% of corporations in the prefecture report losses
Signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on September 7, 2026
Make Shinkansen trips with children more comfortable. Winter family travel packages featuring the “Hayabusa Family Car” now on sale to popular acclaim!
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株式会社JR東日本びゅうツーリズム＆セールス is offering winter travel packages for January 2027 featuring the “Hayabusa Family Car.”
Two diagnostic experiences now available ahead of “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026”
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Ahead of “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026,” scheduled for November 2026, 株式会社アイスタイル has launched 2 diagnostic features that can be accessed on smartphones: “What's your Beauty?診断” and “Inner Beauty Check.”
Official merchandise featuring the “サンライズ50周年” key visual is coming! Advance orders open November 13 at A-on STORE and プレミアムバンダイ!
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株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークス will release official merchandise commemorating the サンライズ 50th anniversary, featuring the “サンライズ50周年” key visual. Items include acrylic stands, acrylic blocks and collectible hologram illustration art. Reservations open November 13, 2026, at A-on STORE and プレミアムバンダイ.
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Original「サンライズ50周年」
Original2026年11月13日（金）13時より開始
Delivery is scheduled for around late January 2027