A collection of cosmetics from Korea that are perfect for gifts! “K-Cosme Gift Selection by PoPoKii” to be held in Omotesando
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株式会社Popokii will hold the limited-time POP UP event “K-Cosme Gift Selection by PoPoKii,” featuring Korean cosmetics, at Gallery Dojunkai in Omotesando, Tokyo, from Nov. 20 to 23, 2026. KITARA, along with Arencia, KUNDAL, Velvet Bunny and LIBER, will participate, with purchases and special offers available through LINEギフト.
Music and new connections. “OURHOUR. PARTY” takes place Dec. 11
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株式会社シェアカンパニー will hold “OURHOUR. PARTY” at BYOD Kitasando in Kitasando on Dec. 11, 2026. DJs will play hit songs from the Heisei era at this year-end party, which includes a meal and free-flow drinks.
AI platform for care facilities “みちケア” recognized as a “Wellness Valley Brand” by Obu City and Higashiura Town, Aichi Prefecture
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シスタ株式会社’s AI platform for care facilities, “みちケア,” has been recognized as the 24th certified product under the “Wellness Valley Brand” program of Obu City and Higashiura Town in Aichi Prefecture.
Okinawa’s “海人” and “シママース本舗” collaborate! A special T-shirt packed with Okinawan character arrives!
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株式会社青い海（シママース本舗） and 株式会社海人工房, which operates the apparel brand “海人,” will begin selling collaboration T-shirts themed around Okinawa’s sea and salt on Nov. 9, 2026.
Yosuharu Kiyoharu’s YouTube channel “おきるねるきよはる” welcomes Yosuke Kubozuka! The two reunite at the filming location of the legendary drama “池袋ウエストゲートパーク”!
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Yosuke Kubozuka appeared on Kiyoharu’s YouTube channel “おきるねるきよる” for a conversation looking back on the drama “池袋ウエストゲートパーク” and the song “忘却の空.” In the second half, Kubozuka discussed his sake brand “福霧,” and Kiyoharu was seen drinking alcohol for the first time in about 20 years. A campaign will also give away bottles from the “福霧 律” series bearing handwritten signatures.
Facts
More than a quarter century after its 2000 broadcast
The two are together for the 3rd time
Kiyoharu drinks alcohol for the first time in about 20 years
Period: Nov. 12 (Thu.)–Dec. 29 (Tue.), 2026
※The items are scheduled to be delivered between 12/31 and 1/3.
2 people will be selected from among those who purchase a product from the “福霧 律” series during the campaign period
・福霧 律 2024BY / 720ml / 27,500 yen (tax included)
・福霧 律 2025BY / 500ml / 11,000 yen (tax included)
1 person per bottle (2 people total)
※Those under 20 years of age may not purchase or enter.
Skullcandy’s “Crusher 1080 ANC” with Sound by Bose surpasses ¥100 million in presales! General release in all 9 colors, alongside “Crusher 720,” from Nov. 13
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Skullcandy Japan株式会社 will release the premium wireless headphones “Crusher 1080 ANC,” featuring Sound by Bose, and the new “Crusher 720” model for general sale on Nov. 13, 2026. Cumulative presales exceeded ¥100 million.
Facts
Cumulative presales: ¥106,253,304
2,701 participants
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: 49,800 yen (tax included)
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: 36,800 yen (tax included)
Chinese romance drama “Like the Shining Sun” DVD-BOX 1 and 2 go on sale today, Friday, Nov. 13! Latest work by Gu Man, the “queen of youth romance novels”
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株式会社エスピーオー released DVD-BOX 1 and 2 of the Chinese drama “Like the Shining Sun,” based on the work by Gu Man, on Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
Released today, Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Earned a top rating of 7.4 points
Initial score: 9.1 points
In more than 40 markets worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社エスピーオー、Shanghai Xixi Pictures Culture Media Co.,Ltd、BS12 トゥエルビ
A super-handsome guy who has lived for 2,500 years followed her to an old house!? Chinese romantic comedy “箱入りカレシ～My hidden Love～” Simple BOX goes on sale today!
A record 55 shops gather! The 4th Kobe Flea Market will be held Nov. 14 (Sat.)–15 (Sun.) at KIITO, a retro building in the port city
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The 4th Kobe Flea Market, run by 株式会社TODOROKI, will be held at the Design and Creative Center Kobe (KIITO) on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026. It will feature a record 55 shops, up from 34 last time, and admission is free.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
15th (Sun.)
About 25,000 people
The 34 shops at the previous event
48 shops each day
30 of the 55 shops
13 food vendors as well
Companies mentioned：株式会社TODOROKI、一般社団法人 神戸芸術振興協会、KOBE SUBWAY MUSEUM
Word of Honor star Gong Jun leads new-era wuxia drama Anhe Zhuan! DVD-BOX 3 released today, with behind-the-scenes footage revealing the assassins’ unexpected sides!
“Not profitable,” but “meaningful.” PoliPoli and Soil launch applications for participating organizations in the 4th round of their joint SoilxPolicy Fund initiative
Omiグループ signs memorandum of understanding (MOU) with KEAN Health
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Omiグループ and KEAN Health signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at a forum in Tokyo to build a strategic partnership in the medical and healthcare fields. The companies aim to develop personalized healthcare services in Japan and Vietnam by leveraging personal health data, including genetic and gut microbiome tests, along with AI technology.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Up to 500 items
Nearly 15 years
More than 600 systems
A cumulative total of more than 10,000 medical institutions
Love in the Moonlight 10th Anniversary Special: Everyone Gather at Kurumi House! Begins exclusive early streaming on U-NEXT today, Friday, Nov. 13! Messages arrive from 5 cast members, including Park Bo-gum and Kim Yoo-jung!
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To mark the 10th anniversary of the hit drama Love in the Moonlight, a special program featuring its 5 lead actors will be available exclusively in advance on U-NEXT from Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
10th anniversary
Peak viewership rating of 25.3%
8 KBS Drama Awards wins
5 star cast members
4 episodes in total
Companies mentioned：NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメントジャパン合同会社、NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメント、U-NEXT、KBS、KBS Media Ltd.
Tassel Inn Kyoto Kawaramachi Nijo, operated by 西松地所株式会社, and 佛教大学 are collaborating to hold a traditional culture workshop at Zest Oike in Kyoto’s Nakagyo Ward on Nov. 14, 2026.
A much-awaited 7-sheet face mask joins the KISOCARE range, which has sold a cumulative 30 million sheets! Available in 3 formulas featuring azelaic acid, retinol and vitamin C. On sale at online marketplaces from Nov. 19
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株式会社基礎化粧品研究所 will release a 7-sheet face mask featuring azelaic acid, vitamin C and retinol from its skincare brand KISOCARE, which has sold a cumulative 30 million sheets, starting Nov. 19.
[スターリゾート株式会社] NANJU, where guests can savor fine dining and Ryukyu culture with all 5 senses on a Miyakojima cliff overlooking tranquil seas, opens Dec. 24; reservations open today, Nov. 13
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スターリゾート株式会社 announced that reservations for stays at NANJU, a small luxury hotel opening on Miyakojima on Dec. 24, 2026, will open on Nov. 13, 2026.
Facts
Opening on Thursday, Dec. 24, 2026
From 12 p.m. today, Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
¥10,000 hotel credit
Rugged cliffs 40 meters above sea level
5 guest rooms in total
Originalコース料金は1名¥30,000
Wine pairing: ¥10,000
Special price of ¥20,000
Born in Fukuoka Prefecture in 1977
Moved to France in 2007
Earned 3 Michelin stars in 2019 during his tenure
Became chef at Noeud. TOKYO in 2020
From 2022, at Azumi Setoda in Setoda, Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture
金城陶芸 opened a kiln on Miyakojima in 1985
Original基本宿泊料金 1泊2名1室 150,000円〜
Site area: 2,644.69 m²
Total floor area: 504.19 m²
Original客室面積 1室あたり112㎡
Established: Nov. 21, 2016
Companies mentioned：スターリゾート株式会社、Astérisques、Le Clos des Sens、Noeud. TOKYO、Azumi Setoda、金城陶芸
The 4th installment of Signal, a video series produced by QETIC × Ryo Ogata, is out. Artist Tetsuya Nakamura appears as the guest!
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The 4th installment of Signal, a video series produced by Ryo Ogata, has been released on QETIC’s official YouTube channel, featuring contemporary artist and sculptor Tetsuya Nakamura.
Stretch-pants specialist B-THREE (ビースリー) has launched reversible leg warmers for the winter season. Their 3-layer construction combines warmth and style, and they come in 3 colors: camel, black and ivory.
Launches general sales of a “comprehensive security package” that protects websites and servers using a local LLM
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ABC株式会社 began general sales on Nov. 13, 2026, of a “comprehensive security package” for corporate websites and servers. The package comprises 4 measures: blocking malicious traffic with Cloudflare’s WAF, file scanning, automated log monitoring using the company’s own local LLM, and vulnerability assessments. It is available from ¥400,000 per month, including tax.
Korea’s No. 1*¹ concealer brand “LUNA” holds “LUNA MAKEUP BAR POP-UP EVENT” in Shibuya, drawing more than 1,676 visitors over 2 days!
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LUNA, the Korean makeup brand from 愛敬産業株式会社, held a pop-up event in Shibuya on Nov. 6 and 7, 2026, drawing more than 1,676 visitors over 2 days. The event featured the first offline showcase in Japan of the new “Cloud Layer Series,” touch-ups, a slot event, and more.
Facts
472 people participated in touch-ups over 2 days
1,412 people participated over 2 days
A total of 1,416 votes were collected from visitors over 2 days
Recorded 11,949 store openings as of September 2026
Available at more than 650 offline stores in Japan
Companies mentioned：愛敬産業株式会社、Aekyung Ind. Co.,Ltd.、LUNA、RAYARD MIYASHITA PARK、Qoo10、Amazon、Worldpanel by Numerator
[12/12] Saitama Prefecture Disaster Volunteer Organization Network “彩の国会議” to hold the “Specialist Leaders Training, 3rd Session”
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As part of a Nippon Foundation-funded project, the Saitama Prefecture Disaster Volunteer Organization Network “彩の国会議” will hold the “Specialist Leaders Training, 3rd Session” on Dec. 12, 2026. Former U.S. military firefighter 熊丸由布治 and 株式会社WAVE1 President 竹田元生 will serve as instructors, leading ICS and disaster-reception triage exercises.
Dialog in the Dark to present winter-only program “LOVE IN THE DARK” from Saturday, Dec. 5
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一般社団法人ダイアローグ・ジャパン・ソサエティ will present the winter-only program “LOVE IN THE DARK” at “対話の森” in Takeshiba, Tokyo, from Dec. 5, 2026, through Feb. 21, 2027. The approximately 90-minute program offers an experience exploring love in darkness, guided by people with visual impairments. The monthly offerings will include a Christmas version, a New Year’s calligraphy activity, and a basic version.
Zept株式会社 presents manufacturing industry AI use cases at the Harima-area Manufacturing Platform! Explains applications across 12 on-site processes, from workflow improvements to return on investment
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Zept株式会社 presented manufacturing industry AI use cases at a seminar held by the Harima-area Manufacturing Platform, showcasing applications across 12 processes, prototype cases, and ROI estimates.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Classifying manufacturing operations into 12 processes
Across a company with around 1,000 employees
Original1人あたりの業務時間を1日20分削減
Monthly working days: 20 days
Monthly time saved across the company: approximately 6,667 hours
Annual time saved across the company: approximately 80,000 hours
Assuming an hourly rate of ¥3,000
Annual value of time saved, assuming an hourly rate of ¥3,000: approximately ¥240 million
OriginalAI利用料を1人あたり月額5,000円と仮定
Annual fees for 1,000 people: ¥60 million
The difference from the value of the time saved is approximately ¥180 million
アイコネクト × マルキンアド step up their business partnership, sharing practical website design that connects branding and marketing
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株式会社アイコネクト and マルキンアド株式会社 are stepping up their business partnership and have published a case study on the renewal of マルキンアド’s website, along with an interview, as part of their website support initiative combining branding and marketing.
Facts
Based on the business partnership signed in September 2026
Giving children living on the streets a safe “place to belong” and a “chance” to think about the future!
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認定NPO法人アイキャン will run a crowdfunding campaign to support educational activities for children living on the streets in the Philippines. The goal is ¥1.8 million, and the campaign will run from Nov. 20, 2026, to Jan. 20, 2027.
Facts
Goal: ¥1.8 million
Based on the ¥50,000 raised with friends
Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人アイキャン、特定非営利活動法人アイキャン、株式会社Yogibo、GIVING100 by Yogibo
[20% OFF coupon giveaway] Get a deal on ANAグループ public courses in the “Black Friday” campaign! Limited to the first 50 course slots
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ANAビジネスソリューション株式会社 will hold a “Black Friday” campaign from Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, 2026, giving coupons for 20% off public course fees to the first 50 people.
Zuiki Mascon PRO to go on general sale on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026‼ Reservations now open to popular demand!
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株式会社瑞起 announced that it will launch general sales on Dec. 17, 2026, of the “ズイキマスコンPRO（ブラック）” railway game controller and its dedicated “警笛ペダル” accessory. After receiving more than ¥96 million in crowdfunding support, the company will offer the black model in response to popular demand.
Facts
¥34,100 (tax included)
8,800 yen (tax included)
More than ¥96 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社瑞起、ZUIKI STORE、Amazon、JRE MALL、TRAINIART JRE MALL店、ZUIKI Inc.
Named Global Winner of the AI Innovation on Oracle AI Database Excellence Award at the 2026 Oracle Excellence Awards
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株式会社BLUEISH was named Global Winner of the “AI Innovation on Oracle AI Database Excellence Award” at the “2026 Oracle Excellence Awards,” hosted by オラクル・コーポレーション, for its development of AI agent memory management built on Oracle AI Database.
All 9 committees from the anime “忍たま乱太郎” featured across 3 installments! The 2nd installment of the “カルパスマルチBOX,” containing 20 BIG stickers, arrives exclusively as arcade prizes starting in the 3rd week of November 2026!
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株式会社エス・トラスト announced that it will roll out “カルパスマルチBOX2種 第2弾,” amusement-only prizes featuring characters from the anime “忍たま乱太郎,” at game centers nationwide and online crane games starting in the 3rd week of November 2026.
Link-U to hold an “IDOL×IDOL STORY!” collaboration cafe in December as the first in-person event for “Mangaful Base”!
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Link-U Technologies will hold a collaboration cafe at Tokyo Mizumachi from December 1, 2026, to celebrate the 100th installment of “IDOL×IDOL STORY!,” currently serialized in Houbunsha's manga app “COMIC FUZ.”
Online lottery “Overwatch Doki Doki Watch Raffle Kuji,” featuring skins from “Doki Doki Watch,” set to launch! A host of prizes exclusive to Raffle Kuji!
[The reality of employing people with disabilities] The “employment rate is the goal” problem: Who creates opportunities for work and learning after hiring?
AI data agent “Squadbase” publishes a customer case study featuring 株式会社CMCエクスメディカ — An executive dashboard transforms sales meetings from “sharing numbers” into “discussing actions”
Warm up this winter with stew. 3 kinds of stew are arriving in succession at Soup Stock Tokyo. The stew series and winter-limited frozen soups are also available.
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株式会社スープストックトーキョー is rolling out 3 kinds of stew at Soup Stock Tokyo locations, along with winter-limited frozen soups.
The only one in Japan. GOKKO wins a Tencent Cloud award.
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株式会社GOKKO was the only company in Japan to receive “The Radiance Award” from Tencent Cloud International at the “Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Summit” held in Shenzhen, China, and formed a strategic partnership with Tencent Cloud.
manebi launches AI business brand “manebi Wonder AI.” Full-scale rollout of “Wonder AI Management Strategy Office” and launch of AI training program “Wonder AI Academy”
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株式会社manebi has launched the AI business brand “manebi Wonder AI” and begun offering 2 services: “Wonder AI Management Strategy Office” and “Wonder AI Academy.”
Facts
Start with “Management STARTER,” a 4-week program costing ¥450,000 (before tax)
Limited-time event starting Dec. 30! “Sword Art Online” POP UP SHOP to be held at AKIHABARAゲーマーズ本店!
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株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ will hold a “Sword Art Online” POP UP SHOP at AKIHABARAゲーマーズ本店 starting Dec. 30, 2026. The event will sell goods themed around the first shrine visit of the year and offer a bonus to customers who spend ¥2,200 or more.
New products featuring original “Japanese umbrella” themed illustrations from the TV anime “Attack on Titan” are here!
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株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ will release new products from the TV anime “Attack on Titan,” including tin badges and acrylic stands featuring newly drawn illustrations themed around “Japanese umbrellas.” The reservation period runs from Nov. 13, 2026 to Dec. 4.
Facts
660 yen each (tax included)
990 yen each (tax included)
1,980 yen each (tax included)
¥825 each (tax included)
550 yen each (tax included)
880 yen each (tax included)
Nov. 13, 2026, 12:00
Dec. 4, 12:00
Companies mentioned：株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ、キャラディショナルトイ、ゲツオシマート、講談社、「進撃の巨人」The Final Season製作委員会
New products from the movie “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!” announced!
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株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ will release new products featuring newly created illustrations from the movie “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!”, including acrylic stands, keychains, tin badges, clear cards, and stickers. The advance reservation period runs from Nov. 13, 2026 to Nov. 27.
New products from the movie “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!” announced!
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株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ will release new products featuring newly created illustrations from the movie “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!”, including acrylic stands, keychains, tin badges, clear cards, and stickers. The advance reservation period runs from Nov. 13, 2026 to Nov. 27.
20th anniversary of the series! “FAIRY TAIL” arrives as a beautiful hanafuda card set!
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株式会社トキオ・ゲッツ will release special hanafuda cards featuring a premium lined back made by 大石天狗堂, among other products, to mark the 20th anniversary of the “FAIRY TAIL” series.
“UN:Me” releases behind-the-scenes motion-capture footage showing the personalities of the 4 souls residing within the girl!
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株式会社集英社ゲームズ has released behind-the-scenes motion-capture footage for the adventure game “UN:Me.” The game is being developed by ヒストリア and is scheduled for release in 2027 on Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, and Steam.
Silver around the eyes gives it a sharply defined look. All 7 colors of the Jimny Nomade join the pre-painted Su11 grille in the “CODE02 finish” from BEYONDJAPAN
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株式会社ラスター is now selling the Jimny face grille “Su11” in a painted model (CODE02 finish), adding the 7 body colors of the Jimny Nomade JC74 and Pure White Pearl, for a total of 16 colors.
【OSAMU GOODS】Jill & Jack totes are back in stock! Available for purchase without a reservation. A tote bag for adults featuring charming character embroidery. Its retro charm, lightweight design and generous capacity make it easy to use for everyday outings.
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株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー has restocked ユニファイ tote bags created in collaboration with OSAMU GOODS. The bags feature Jill & Jack or Jill embroidery, lightweight water-repellent nylon and rope handles.
Announcement of Silver Partnership Agreement with オリックス株式会社
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浦安D-Rocks has signed a Silver Partnership Agreement with オリックス株式会社, and will work to maximize the value of rugby and revitalize the local community. The team aims to reach the playoffs and final in Division 1 of NTTジャパンラグビー リーグワン 2026-27, which opens in December 2026.
Fun for the whole family! Enjoy the races and attractions! 2026 SUPER FORMULA Rd. 11 and 12: Suzuka season finale event information. Complete missions to receive a driver card!
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株式会社日本レースプロモーション has announced event information for the “2026 All-Japan Super Formula Championship Round 11 and Round 12,” to be held at Suzuka Circuit from Nov. 20 to 22. Family-friendly programs include driver card giveaways, a safety car ride experience, a kids’ course viewing, and a キッザニア collaboration.
スペースデータ develops a simulation in which quadruped robots and drones work together to inspect underground power transmission tunnels
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株式会社スペースデータ developed a simulation in which quadruped robots and drones work together to inspect underground power transmission tunnels as an application of “RobotBrain.” Under assumed conditions of aging infrastructure and ground subsidence, the area inspected using both technologies rose from 37% to 100% of the area covered by visual patrols, while the number of anomalies detected increased from 1 of 8 to all 8.
Bringing Osaka’s resin technology to the world! 15 companies selected to exhibit at IPF Japan 2026 through the large-scale exhibition participation program “TENKA!”
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Through “TENKA!,” a program supporting the expansion of small and midsize businesses in Osaka City into overseas markets, 公益財団法人大阪産業局 has selected 15 companies to exhibit together in the Osaka City booth at “IPF Japan 2026.”
【60th anniversary of the broadcast】An online lottery created in collaboration between 『笑点』 and “いらすとや” is now available from FaveConnectストア!
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株式会社日テレWands has launched an online lottery in collaboration with illustrator “いらすとや” at FaveConnectストア to mark the 60th anniversary of 『笑点』’s broadcast.
Now accepting participants for “ASICS Running Program Road to 東京マラソン2027,” a 100-day program supporting your challenge to run Tokyo Marathon 2027
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アシックスジャパン is recruiting participants for “ASICS Running Program Road to 東京マラソン2027,” a 100-day program supporting runners taking on Tokyo Marathon 2027. The program offers 2 courses—finish the race and improve your time—and provides support through virtual races and coaching advice. It is also running a campaign offering Tokyo Marathon 2027 entry to 40 OneASICS members selected by lottery.
ピクシーダストテクノロジーズ provides VUEVO’s real-time transcription and translation technology for various programs at “教育AIサミット2026”
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At “教育AIサミット2026,” backed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology and the Digital Agency, ピクシーダストテクノロジーズ provided its VUEVO real-time transcription and multilingual translation technology to support accessibility to information.
City Hall Imazato to hold “Grand Appreciation Festival” on Jan. 19, featuring rakugo, food trucks and a grand prize drawing
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株式会社ビーシーサポートシステムCH南巽店 will hold its “Grand Appreciation Festival” on Nov. 19, 2026, at City Hall Imazato in Higashinari Ward, Osaka. The event will feature rakugo performances, food trucks and a grand prize drawing, and is positioned as an event through which ベルコグループ promotes community engagement.
株式会社グレートベアーズ announced that the original theme song “The Big Dipper,” produced by 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ, will become available in player entrance videos for home games on the commercial karaoke system “DAM” starting Nov. 17, 2026.
“Not profitable,” but “meaningful.” PoliPoli and Soil launch applications for participating organizations in the 4th round of their joint SoilxPolicy Fund initiative
[Taking place Dec. 2 (Wed.)] Former Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yasutoshi Nishimura to speak at “Policy Pitch for Climate Change,” a policy co-creation conference on climate change, GX and energy
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株式会社PoliPoli and アスエネ株式会社 announced that former Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yasutoshi Nishimura will speak at “Policy Pitch for Climate Change,” a policy co-creation conference on climate change, GX and energy, taking place in Tokyo on Dec. 2, 2026.
Post-event online sales of official merchandise for “Hatsune Miku: Night Sky Program 2026” begin today; orders accepted for official merchandise, including 8 new products exclusive to the post-event sale
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株式会社Gugenka began accepting online orders on Nov. 13 for official merchandise from “Hatsune Miku: Night Sky Program 2026,” held in September 2026. The lineup includes 8 new products and limited-edition bonuses.
Facts
8 new products
5,500 yen (tax included)
57 mm can magnet
2 types in total
Nov. 13 (Fri.), 12:00
Dec. 13 (Sun.), 23:59
Scheduled to ship sequentially from early February 2027
Gabriel Faulkner from “Expelled from Paradise: Resonance of the Heart” joins “HoloModels”; Angela Balzac also returns, available on Xマーケット starting Friday, Nov. 13
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株式会社Gugenka will begin selling Gabriel Faulkner from “Expelled from Paradise: Resonance of the Heart” and bringing back Angela Balzac from “Expelled from Paradise” on Xマーケット starting Nov. 13 through its 3D digital figure viewer app “HoloModels.”
株式会社アルファドライブ announced that it will hold matching events in Osaka on Nov. 20, 2026, and Tokyo on Nov. 30, where 6 host companies in Ehime Prefecture will seek partners to co-create new businesses in the marine sector. The events are part of “EHIME新事業ラボ -Nextvoyage-,” a project commissioned by 愛媛県.
“viviON BLUE Lottery” featuring original characters “Ren-ne” and “Rurika” by popular illustrator Oyuwari-sensei goes on sale Friday, Nov. 20!
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株式会社viviON will launch the online lottery “viviON BLUE Lottery: Creators feat. Oyuwari,” featuring the original characters “Ren-ne” and “Rurika” by popular illustrator Oyuwari-sensei, starting Nov. 20.
KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社 has launched a collaboration in “PUBG MOBILE” with Hakui Koyori, a VTuber affiliated with ホロライブ. The collaboration runs from Nov. 13 to Dec. 12, 2026.
Facts
Surpassed 1 billion downloads worldwide
Up to 100 players
Companies mentioned：KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、ホロライブ、COVER、KRAFTON, INC.
Bringing internet-born music to the dance floor. ZEROTOKYO’s all-venue〈VIRAL〉event takes place on Dec. 30, with Hatsune Miku appearing in video for the “39ch×Vtai SET”!
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An article detailing the lineup and ticket information for〈VIRAL〉, an event taking place throughout ZEROTOKYO on Dec. 30. Artists including Hatsune Miku, Yunomi and picco have been announced.
Facts
Dec. 30
OPEN/START: 11PM
CLOSE: 4:30AM the following day
VIP TICKET (reserved seats): ¥120,000
Admission for up to 5 people
PREMIUM TICKET: ¥10,000
FASTPASS TICKET TIER 1: ¥5,500
Admission is not permitted for anyone under 20
Planned and developed in 2007
More than 670,000 attendees in total
Cumulative total since 2013
In 2027, the event will be held in 3 cities: OSAKA, TOKYO and HIROSHIMA
Held in 3 cities
In 55 cities to date
Touring 139 performances
The North American tour has already wrapped up in 2026
Craif launches joint research on dementia and other conditions with 国立長寿医療研究センター
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Craif株式会社 has signed a joint research agreement with 国立長寿医療研究センター on urine-derived biomarkers related to health issues such as dementia and frailty. The study will analyze urine samples from up to 4,000 people, based on a large-scale health survey of older adults in Handa, Aichi Prefecture, and examine links between biomarkers such as urinary microRNA and cognitive and physical function.
Facts
Urine samples from up to 4,000 people
Adults aged 65 and older living in Handa
Health and lifestyle information to be collected: 100 or more items
Craif launches easy at-home dementia and MCI risk test “脳チェック｜miSignal”
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Biotech AI startup Craif株式会社 began selling “脳チェック｜miSignal” on November 13, 2026, the world’s first commercial test that assesses dementia and MCI risk using a urine sample collected at home and mailed in.
Facts
About 4.43 million older adults have dementia
About 5.59 million older adults have MCI
The total is about 10 million people
About 5.84 million people have dementia
About 6.13 million people have MCI
About 5–15% transition to dementia within 1 year, while
about 16–41% are said to return to a healthy state
About 45% of dementia cases
MySignal partners with more than 3,000 medical institutions
and is available at more than 4,700 drugstores
The cumulative number of samples collected across the series has exceeded 110,000
One-time plan: ¥24,800
Subscription plan (12-month/6-month/3-month intervals): ¥19,800
One-time plan: ¥21,800
Subscription plan (12-month/6-month/3-month intervals): ¥16,800
Limited-time POPUP at select shop “MIDWEST,” which offers a wide range of items, from globally renowned labels to up-and-coming designer brands
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Jewelry brand “４℃ HOMME＋” by 株式会社エフ・ディ・シィ・プロダクツ will offer a capsule collection created in collaboration with fashion brand “TAAKK” for a limited time at select shop “MIDWEST” locations.
Title and cover unveiled for Ryutaro Imai’s first photo book; he delivers a strong performance as Baku Mantani, the protagonist of “仮面ライダーゼッツ,” and Kiyomi Miyoshi in “真田十勇士 SHADOWS OF THE TEN NINJA”!!
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Original株式会社ワニブックスは、俳優の今井竜太郎のファースト写真集『I am I』を2026年11月27日に発売すると発表し、タイトルと表紙を解禁した。
株式会社INFORICH announced a partnership between its mobile battery-sharing service “CHARGESPOT” and “Pokémon GO,” the smartphone location-based game jointly operated by Scopely Explore Inc. and 株式会社ポケモン. Starting November 14, 2026, CHARGESPOT locations will appear as PokéStops and Gyms in the game in 9 countries and regions around the world.
The 5th collaboration in the “MURUA” 20th-anniversary project features popular illustrator beco＋81’s character “しりみみうさぎ”; items go on pre-order November 13 (Friday)
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Women’s fashion brand “MURUA,” operated by MARK STYLER株式会社, will begin taking pre-orders on November 13, 2026, for 4 collaboration items featuring illustrator beco＋81’s character “しりみみうさぎ.”
Free distribution of a manga magazine with more than 350 pages!! “Doricomi Festival 2026” starts November 20 (Friday)
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株式会社ドリコム will hold the large-scale “Doricomi Festival 2026” at 90 bookstores nationwide starting November 20, 2026, and distribute a manga magazine with more than 350 pages for free.
“Nagoya Christmas Market 2026” to open December 4 (Friday)! Angel Square gets an even bigger upgrade this year!
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“Nagoya Christmas Market 2026” will be held at Hisaya Odori Park starting December 4. This year, Angel Square will welcome its first-ever limited-time “Afternoon Tea” shop and crepe shop, and the carousel will return.
Facts
2026
The event will be held for the 12th time this year
It will run for a record 22 days
6 limited-edition tea drinks, including new offerings, will be on sale
“くによし組” selected for the 2nd Asakusa Kyu Geki Boost Project! Performances scheduled for January 2028, the 10th anniversary of 浅草九劇
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浅草九劇, operated by 株式会社レプロエンタテインメント, has selected “くによし組” for the 2nd round of its creator-support initiative, “Asakusa Kyu Geki Boost Project.” The group plans to stage a new production in January 2028.
★Event information★ The light is within you! A mini POP UP STORE for “ウルトラマンティガ,” which opened the door to a new Ultraman series 30 years ago, is coming to アピタ松阪三雲店 in Mie Prefecture!
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株式会社CRAZY BUMP will hold a mini POP UP STORE commemorating the 30th anniversary of the broadcast premiere of “ウルトラマンティガ” at アピタ松阪三雲店 in Mie Prefecture from November 27, 2026, to January 17, 2027.
[3 million copies sold in Japan] “つかめ！理科ダマン,” a hugely popular educational manga among elementary school students, to host a “Fun Science Experiment Show” and “Quiz Rally” at BUNKITSU TOKYO!
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株式会社マガジンハウス will hold an event at BUNKITSU TOKYO featuring “つかめ！理科ダマン,” the educational manga series with more than 3 million copies sold. A “Fun Science Experiment Show” will be held on December 12, and a “Quiz Rally” will take place in the store from November 21 to December 20. The event is specially sponsored by スリーエム ジャパン株式会社.
Facts
3 million copies sold in Japan across the series
Latest volume 12
No. 1 for 2 consecutive weeks
A science experiment show lasting about 40 minutes
The pop-up shop “POP UP SHOP Winter Rendezvous” for 『鎧伝サムライトルーパー』 opens for a limited time at 東京アニメセンター in DNP PLAZA SHIBUYA from December 4!
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株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークス will hold the pop-up shop “POP UP SHOP Winter Rendezvous” for the TV anime 『鎧伝サムライトルーパー』 for a limited time at 東京アニメセンター in DNP PLAZA SHIBUYA from December 4, 2026.
The latest work from Matsuri Izu, author of the hit series 『サイレント・ウィッチ』 (カドカワBOOKS)! The exhilarating knight fantasy 『忘却のカースナイト』 goes on sale November 13! A campaign celebrating the publication of 2 works by Matsuri Izu in the same month will also be held!
[スタジアムシティホテル長崎] 2026 Christmas event “White Crystal Christmas ~A Story of Falling Snow~” to be held
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スタジアムシティホテル長崎 will hold its 2026 Christmas special event, “White Crystal Christmas ~A Story of Falling Snow~.” The offerings include a collaboration cake with Shinpei Asada, afternoon tea, and limited-edition courses at 4 restaurants.
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¥6,500 (tax included)
¥6,800 (tax included)
¥6,000 (tax and service charge included)
¥18,000 (tax and service charge included)
¥5,500 (tax and service charge included)
¥8,800
¥16,000 (tax and service charge included)
¥6,500 (tax and service charge included)
¥13,000 (tax and service charge included)
¥15,000 (tax and service charge included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社 ジャパネットホールディングス、スタジアムシティホテル長崎、パティスリー アプラノス、THE HOTEL BAKERY Pain de Vie、CAFÉS & DINERS V.VERDE、LES CINQ SENS、RISTORANTE Alporto NAGASAKI、JAPANESE DINING 洵
[１０９シネマズプレミアム新宿/Nagoya/Minoh] 佐野元春’s “Fruits Punch Live at Yokohama Arena 1996.12.24” to be screened in SAION!
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株式会社東急レクリエーション will screen 佐野元春’s concert film “Fruits Punch Live at Yokohama Arena 1996.12.24” at １０９シネマズプレミアム新宿, Nagoya, and Minoh, and hold a premiere event in Shinjuku featuring an appearance by 佐野 himself.
Facts
Nov. 28 (Sat.)
29th (Sun.)
Nov. 27 (Fri.)
1996.12.24
All 18 songs
89 minutes
5.1-channel surround sound
CLASS S ¥6,500
CLASS A ¥4,500
Executive seat ¥4,000
Standard ¥3,000
Friday, Nov. 13
List price: ¥38,500
Price: 6,600 yen
18 cities nationwide
21 performances
Companies mentioned：株式会社東急レクリエーション、１０９シネマズプレミアム新宿、１０９シネマズプレミアム名古屋、１０９シネマズプレミアム箕面、Daisy Music
A closer look at the standout products at the 「ニジゲンノモリ」 booth at 「KPF2026」, one of Kyushu’s largest manga and anime festivals!
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Awaji Island anime park 「ニジゲンノモリ」 will exhibit at the 「北九州ポップカルチャーフェスティバル2026」, held at Kitakyushu Messe on November 28 and 29, 2026, selling original goods from its attractions and limited-time 「進撃の巨人」 products.
“AIR JORDAN 12 RETRO ‘atmos JADE’” launches Saturday, November 21, 2026
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atmos Japan LLC announced that AIR JORDAN 12 RETRO “atmos JADE” will go on sale on November 21, 2026. The special model is exclusive to Japan and priced at ¥31,900. Apparel from the TOKYO 23 brand will also be sold.
—A KANEBO brand initiative that champions “I HOPE.” and shares hope—An experiential event for World Children’s Day: “CREATE HOPE ON STAGE—Create, Wear, and Make Myself the Star—”
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To mark World Children’s Day on November 20, the KANEBO brand held the experiential workshop event “CREATE HOPE ON STAGE” at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya and Hibiya Park, supporting children’s self-expression through creative activities using upcycled materials.
Two luxurious moments filled with sweetness and bittersweet notes, wrapped in a gorgeous aroma! ゴディバ’s “Tiramisu Chocolixir” and “Royal Milk Tea Hot Chocolixir”
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ゴディバ ジャパン株式会社 will launch two seasonal flavors of its chocolate drink Chocolixir, “Tiramisu Chocolixir” and “Royal Milk Tea Hot Chocolixir,” from November 27, 2026.
サンエックス株式会社 will release the first collaboration items between the character いしよわちゃん and LAFARY, an apparel brand operated by Genery, from November 13, 2026.