トミー ヒルフィガー opened a new store in Osaka’s Shinsaibashi-suji district on November 12, 2026, introducing its new global store concept for the first time in Japan. The store offers exclusive collections and personalization services, and Keisuke Watanabe attended the opening event.
シースター announces new research findings on an ingredient that suppresses the skin-resident bacterium Staphylococcus aureus and increases Staphylococcus epidermidis.
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シースター株式会社 and 福山大学薬学部 announced new research findings showing that the combined use of glucosamine and chitosan oligosaccharide has a selective regulatory effect, suppressing the growth of Staphylococcus aureus while promoting the growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis.
Facts
More than 1,000 medical institutions nationwide
65th Annual Meeting of the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan
The rental apartment “まほろばⅠ,” built by 株式会社フレキシブル in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture, was completed in October 2026, with move-ins beginning on December 1. All 8 units have monitoring Wi-Fi, and the property does not refuse applicants because of their age or single-person status.
シードテック partners with Neoセキュリティ to launch “デジショク・セキュリティ,” a service aimed at strengthening security measures for small and medium-sized businesses
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シードテック株式会社 has partnered with Neoセキュリティ to launch “デジショク・セキュリティ,” a new service that supports small and medium-sized businesses in building their security frameworks.
Aratas holds groundbreaking ceremony at relocated Malaysia plant site
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Aratas株式会社 held a groundbreaking ceremony at the planned site of a new factory for Aratas Components Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (ACM), its production base in Malaysia. The new factory will receive an investment of about ¥10 billion, cover a site area of 68,812 square meters, and is targeted for completion by the end of 2027. This will expand manufacturing capacity by 1.5 times, helping the company respond to growing demand in the Asia-Pacific market and stabilize its supply chain.
Facts
Raise existing production capacity by 1.5 times
Over the past 53 years
The new factory represents an investment of ¥10 billion
Will be built on a site measuring 68,812 square meters
Scheduled for completion by the end of 2027
Manufacturing capacity will increase by about 1.5 times
Established: 1973
Operations began: 1974
Capital: 184MMYR
(¥6.7 billion)
Investment value: about ¥10 billion
Site area: 68,812 m²
Separated from the オムロン Group and established on January 19, 2026
Separated from オムロン and became independent on October 1
Actual revenue for fiscal 2025 was about ¥160 billion
Building on more than 90 years of history and trust in electronic component technology
Companies mentioned:Aratas株式会社、Aratas Components Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.、ACM、清水建設グループ、SHIMIZU CORPORATION Malaysia Company、オムロン
Find “strange treasures” across Japan! Christmas brand 『奇貨/KIKA』 to hold a series of POPUP events in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka
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Christmas brand 「奇貨/KIKA」 will hold a series of limited-time POPUP events at 8 locations across Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka for the 2026 Christmas season.
Wi-Fi for spectators at the national tournament of “KOSEN Robocon 2026”
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株式会社クインティア will design, build and operate a Wi-Fi environment for spectators at the national tournament of “KOSEN Robocon 2026,” to be held at Kokugikan on November 15, 2026.
八尾市 will hold a symposium on December 6, related to the historic site development project for the Yugi Temple ruins, under the theme “Enjoying Historic Sites with Digital Technology.” The program will include a keynote speech by Yuichi Takada of 奈良文化財研究所 and reports on digital-use methods from representatives of various locations. Participants are expected to experience the historic site through a smartphone app.
UPCX conducts technical demonstration using the UPC crypto asset with ビットトレード
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UPCX-Platforms Pte. Ltd. and ビットトレード株式会社 conducted a technical demonstration on October 21, 2026, at 鮨 米島 in Fukuoka City, covering in-store payment using the UPC crypto asset and its exchange into Japanese yen.
“Everything about the Apple experience, all in one place.” Apple Authorized Reseller “C smart 草津エイスクエア店” to reopen after renovation on Friday, November 20, 2026
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株式会社コスモネット will reopen “C smart 草津エイスクエア店” on November 20, 2026, as Japan’s first Apple Preferred Partner.
株式会社マモル obtains “JESGO ESG Certificate of Completion” after company-wide ESG training
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株式会社マモル has completed all courses in JESGO’s ESG Basic and Executive programs and obtained the “JESGO ESG Certificate of Completion.” With a transition to a holding company structure in June 2026 in view, the company aims to establish ESG management and sustainably enhance corporate value.
Ward off misfortune and stay safe! Red-cow barricade® giveaway campaign launches!
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株式会社ホーシン and 有限会社ワシオ商会 will launch the “Red-Cow Barricade® Giveaway Campaign” on November 13, 2026, in gratitude for more than 40 years of business dealings. Related products will be given away to a total of 11 winners selected by drawing, and entries will be accepted through November 27.
“Refinad Exclusive Seat Covers” for the Civic Type R (FL5) go on sale. Choose from 8 colors to complement the original design
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株式会社CONNECT has launched “Refinad Exclusive Seat Covers” for the ホンダ Civic Type R (FL5). A full-seat set matching the original design costs ¥54,800. Options include made-to-order covers in 8 fabric colors and 12 stitch colors, as well as an in-stock version in black with C3 gray stitching.
Kia’s first PBV, the PV5, enters service at オリックスレンタカー, offering everyone the chance to experience an EV van
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Kia and Kia PBVジャパン have launched rental services for the next-generation electric commercial vehicle PV5 in collaboration with オリックス自動車, at オリックスレンタカー and オリックストラックレンタル. The initiative aims to promote the adoption of electric commercial vehicles and realize a decarbonized society. Customers can try the vehicle at special campaign prices starting November 16, 2026.
Facts
Limited-time offer through the end of January 2027
Exclusive to イオン! Original 『ドズル社』 merchandise set to launch! Standee panels to be displayed at select stores!
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Original merchandise themed around 『ニーハオ★ドズル社』 will go on sale exclusively at イオン starting November 20, 2026, with standee panels also displayed at select stores.
アモーレパシフィックジャパン株式会社 will launch the first 2026 limited-edition holiday collection in Japan from Korean luxury skincare brand Sulwhasoo(ソルファス). The collection features 4 sets and will be available through the official online store and at 伊勢丹新宿店 POP UP SHOP, among other locations.
Facts
2026 limited edition
4 types in total
¥14,630 including tax
Advance sale date (official online store): November 13
Eat, learn, and enjoy! Students from the Health and Nutrition Department and Ito Seminar at 十文字学園女子大学 to hold a “food education class” at the “Itabashi Market Petit Marche”
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Students from the Health and Nutrition Department and Ito Seminar at 十文字学園女子大学 will participate in the “Itabashi Market Petit Marche 2026 Autumn,” to be held at Itabashi Market on November 28, 2026, and host a hands-on “food education class” featuring tastings of organic produce.
PARIS BUTTER CHOCOLAT, a specialty shop for butter and chocolate sweets, to launch “Fondant Melty Chocolate,” a champagne-scented chocolate cake, on Friday, November 13, 2026!
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PARIS BUTTER CHOCOLAT, a butter and chocolate specialty shop, will launch “Fondant Melty Chocolate,” a champagne-scented chocolate cake, at 4 locations in Tokyo starting November 13, 2026.
AI security company CoWorker appoints leading cybersecurity expert Ueno Sen as adviser
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CoWorker株式会社, an AI security solutions provider, has appointed Ueno Sen, a leading cybersecurity expert and representative of 株式会社トライコーダ, as an adviser to help improve its products and develop talent.
Read this before Black Friday: What do doctors prioritize when choosing a humidifier for winter?! The new standard is “convenience × cleanliness”!
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レイコップ株式会社 conducted a survey on awareness of humidifier use and hygiene management in winter, targeting 505 general consumers in their 20s to 50s and 504 doctors. While about 60% of consumers use a humidifier every day, maintenance is infrequent, and many expressed concerns about bacteria and slime inside the tank and the cleanliness of the mist. More than 90% of doctors consider maintaining appropriate humidity important, and the findings showed a tendency to prioritize hygiene and ease of maintenance when choosing a humidifier.
Facts
505 men and women in their 20s to 50s
504 doctors
“Every day (57.2%)”
“Disassembling and cleaning the tank and parts is a hassle (54.1%)”
“Cleanliness of the mist (spread of bacteria and mold) (49.3%)”
“I think it is very important (57.5%)”
“Hygiene (such as sterilization functions and a design that prevents water from collecting) (55.8%)”
【ラーメン魁力屋】1-week limited offer! Get 110 yen off all ramen varieties from the tax-inclusive price! Kyoto Kitashirakawa Ramen Kairikiya “イオンモール木更津店” (Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture) reopens after renovation! Starting Nov. 19, 2026 (Thursday)
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To celebrate the reopening of “京都北白川ラーメン魁力屋 イオンモール木更津店,” operated by 株式会社魁力屋, all ramen varieties will be 110 yen off the tax-inclusive price for 7 days only, from Nov. 19 to 25, 2026.
ヴィーナ・グループ begins commercial operation of “二枚田風力発電所,” the largest onshore wind farm in the Hokuriku region
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ヴィーナ・グループ has begun commercial operation of “二枚田風力発電所” (50MW), the largest onshore wind farm in the Hokuriku region, in Fukui City. It will supply renewable energy to 村田製作所 through 北陸電力.
Facts
50MW
About 27,000 households per year
About 55,510 tons per year
Total output of 30.5GW
26.2GWh
Companies mentioned:ヴィーナ・グループ、Vena Group、北陸電力株式会社、北陸電力、株式会社村田製作所、村田製作所、Vena Energy、Vena Global Group Pte Ltd、Vena Nexus
Programmable optical circuits reduce power consumption for digital signal processing in communications
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NTT has achieved the world's first programmable optical circuit that combines the performance required for long-distance optical communications. It demonstrated that a method of placing these circuits at relay points and optimizing the entire transmission path as a neural network can reduce the signal-processing load after 1300km of transmission by about 60%.
Facts
1300km spatial- and wavelength-multiplexed optical fiber transmission
Prepared: Highly rated AI call recording and automatic summarization service “RecACE plus” seeks its first model companies in Osaka Prefecture, including businesses that can use it to address customer harassment
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株式会社プリペアード is seeking its first model companies in Osaka Prefecture for its AI call recording and automatic summarization service “RecACE plus,” with the aim of supporting measures against customer harassment and improving the efficiency of phone support.
“Aya Town Aeon Forest” carries out its 3rd tree-planting project
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Aya Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, and 公益財団法人イオン環境財団 will carry out the 3rd tree-planting project at “Aya Town Aeon Forest” on Nov. 21. Following its designation as a site for coexistence with nature, the parties signed a cooperation agreement and will plant 1,200 trees and conduct environmental education activities to restore the satoyama woodlands.
Manufacturing digital twin functionality added to Drawing Agent|AI reads drawings and automatically simulates “layout, capacity and control” at the design stage
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株式会社renue has added manufacturing digital twin functionality to “Drawing Agent,” which generates and inspects 3D CAD from drawings, enabling automatic simulation of layout, capacity and control at the design stage. It has also developed “PLC Studio,” a ladder logic and ST development tool powered by AI agents.
Facts
Original1時間の搬出が173箱から484箱に増えると計算しました
0 conversion errors
All 80 values matched the expected values
4 fictional circuits
When changing the lift stroke from 6,150mm to 4,000mm
新宿 北村写真機店 to hold its first “BLACK FRAIDAY 2026” for 3 days only
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株式会社キタムラ will hold its first “BLACK FRAIDAY 2026” for 3 days only, from Nov. 27 to 29, 2026, at 新宿 北村写真機店. The event will feature sales on new and used cameras and lenses, as well as a V Points 20-times-points campaign.
【秋山百貨店】“Hidden gems” including Ryuuji Akiyama's print-style art, plus new items in the “HAF” series! Featured products unveiled
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株式会社SUPER MARKIT will hold comedian Ryuuji Akiyama's first POP-UP STORE, “秋山百貨店,” for a limited time at 福岡PARCO starting Nov. 20, 2026. The store will sell hidden gems such as print-style art and small plates, as well as new products from the クリエイターズ・ファイル and HAF series. On Nov. 22, メモ少年 will serve as store manager for 1 day.
【Online event on 12/9】LayerX and Bridge Consulting Group co-host webinar: “Key points for selecting back-office systems for companies preparing for an IPO”
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ブリッジコンサルティンググループ株式会社 and 株式会社LayerX will co-host the online webinar “Key points for selecting back-office systems for companies preparing for an IPO” on Dec. 9, 2026.
Facts
Capital: 246 million yen (as of the end of March 2026)
Bringing Setouchi’s beautiful scenery to audiences nationwide. The film “You, Like a Star” and 今治市 nominated for the “17th Location Japan Awards”!
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今治市, Ehime Prefecture, has been nominated for the “17th Location Japan Awards” alongside the film “You, Like a Star,” which was shot in the city. Voting runs from Nov. 6 to Dec. 11, 2026.
Production technology bringing “Immersive LBX” to life—ARKVENTURES to exhibit at “Inter BEE 2026”
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ARKVENTURES will exhibit at “Inter BEE 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe in Nov. 2026, showcasing an Immersive LBX Zone using ROE’s “Vanish Acoustics” and a range of other products.
【my route】Highway bus tickets available from 7 bus stops, including Naha Airport, to go on sale Nov. 15!
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The “my route” MaaS app provided by トヨタファイナンシャルサービス株式会社 will begin selling tickets valid exclusively on Ryukyu Bus Kotsu’s No. 152 highway bus route in the Okinawa area on Nov. 15.
POKER HOUSE & BAR 「m HOLD’EM」 to exhibit at the “5th Franchise Expo Osaka”
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“m HOLD’EM,” a poker venue operated by m2R株式会社, a subsidiary of サミー株式会社, will exhibit at the “5th Franchise Expo Osaka,” to be held at INTEX Osaka in Nov. 2026, and offer consultations on franchise opportunities.
Facts
Original2026年11月18日(水)~20日(金)
Operating 4 locations nationwide
Booth No.: 6-31
Companies mentioned:サミー株式会社、m2R株式会社、POKER HOUSE & BAR 「m HOLD’EM」
Update on investigation into unauthorized access to “Ecomegane” (3rd report)
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株式会社NTTスマイルエナジー issued the 3rd report on the unauthorized access incident involving the “Ecomegane” system. With support from an external specialist organization, the company identified the exploitation of a software vulnerability as the cause. No evidence of personal information being leaked has been found at this time. Service restoration is targeted for around early Dec. 2026.
Facts
Unauthorized access incident occurred on Oct. 28
External communications immediately blocked on Oct. 29
This year, タルティン will add festive flair to Christmas. A “Christmas Bouquet” decorated with star-shaped chocolates and a “Square Tin” filled with popular treats are arriving
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The flower and chocolate brand タルティン is launching Christmas-limited products: the “Christmas Bouquet,” a mini bouquet decorated with star-shaped chocolates, and the “Square Tin,” filled with popular treats.
Industrial product comparison and sales service “メトリー” launches new ad featuring Nozomi Sasaki on major JR lines in the Tokyo metropolitan area
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ZAZA株式会社 began running train advertisements for its industrial product comparison and sales service “メトリー” on major JR lines in the Tokyo metropolitan area in Nov. 2026, featuring a new commercial.
【New business format】Ogura Dolphin to open “Atsuatsu Stamina: Ogura Hormone,” a restaurant specializing in set meals featuring domestically produced offal, in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Nov. 6
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オグラドルフィン株式会社, part of the Manpuku Holdings Group, will open “Atsuatsu Stamina: Ogura Hormone,” a restaurant specializing in set meals featuring domestically produced offal, in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Nov. 6, 2026. Meals will be offered in the ¥1,000 tax-included price range, with set meals featuring domestically produced offal delivered directly from wholesalers and Akazake, a traditional Kumamoto cooking wine, as the main offerings.
Looking for work in Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido? Speak directly with people on the ground about tourism and community development jobs. One-on-one consultation session for community-building cooperation team positions to be held in Tokyo on Nov. 21
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シビレ株式会社 will hold a one-on-one consultation session in Tokyo on Nov. 21, 2026, for recruitment to Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido’s community-building cooperation team. The 2 programs cover tourism and station west-exit area management, and attendees can speak directly with city hall staff and representatives of related companies.
ヒロクリニック NIPT (noninvasive prenatal testing) screening record tops 80,000 cases
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医療法人社団福美会 ヒロクリニック announced that its cumulative number of NIPT tests exceeded 80,000 as of Nov. 2026. In cooperation with 東京衛生検査所, it provides rapid analysis and a high rate of result reporting (99.98%).
認定特定非営利活動法人カタリバ will hold a December report session on this year’s activities for 中野ティーンズ会議 and 中野若者会議, commissioned by 東京都中野区. Elementary, junior high and high school students will share their views, and young people will make policy recommendations, with the results presented to the 中野区 mayor.
Hakuhodo Products to hold “GO INTERACTIVE Exhibition” in Harajuku, featuring hands-on displays themed around “interactive problem-solving”
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株式会社博報堂プロダクツ will hold the “GO INTERACTIVE Exhibition” at GALLERY H TOKYO in Harajuku from Nov. 20 to 22, 2026. The exhibition will offer free access to 4 PHYGITAL INTERACTIVE experiences planned by 14 young employees from its Interactive Promotion Business Division.
Will having a separate room while traveling become the norm? Super Hotel announces its “2027 Travel and Accommodation Trends Survey”
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株式会社スーパーホテル announced the results of its “2027 Domestic Travel and Accommodation Trends Survey.” The survey revealed 5 trends: the spread of solo travel and “separate-room travel” for those who prefer separate rooms, wellness travel (especially a focus on sleep), prioritizing local gourmet food, staying close to home, and weekday trips.
New Gundam director Kenji Kamiyama talks to the next generation about “How do you become an animation director?” at the 2nd Aichi-Nagoya International Animation Film Festival
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The 2nd Aichi-Nagoya International Animation Film Festival (ANIAFF) will be held from November 13 to 18, featuring seminars and talk programs with creators from various fields, including director Kenji Kamiyama, as well as screenings of works from the Global Anime Challenge (GAC).
Facts
2nd edition
Through Wednesday, November 18
11 participants in the development program
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Companies mentioned:LINE Digital Frontier、株式会社ジェンコ、株式会社中日新聞社、株式会社CBCテレビ、東海テレビ放送株式会社、名古屋テレビ放送株式会社、中京テレビ放送株式会社、テレビ愛知株式会社、LINE Digital Frontier株式会社、名古屋鉄道株式会社、ミサワホーム株式会社、ASIFA-Hollywood、中日本興業株式会社、株式会社新東通信、BVコミニュケーションズ株式会社、株式会社B-Side Standard、NEC、ノウンズ株式会社、サラマンダー・ピクチャーズ、グラフィニカ、アーチ
Ask One EX conducts “Survey on Exhibition Attendees and Non-Attendees 2026” for exhibition organizers, with the cooperation of the Japan Exhibition Association
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Ask One EX, an AI interface for exhibition organizers provided by ナインアウト株式会社, conducted the “Survey on Exhibition Attendees and Non-Attendees 2026” with the cooperation of the Japan Exhibition Association.
Facts
80.6% of attendees
41.5% for both
“Made a connection” was 31.7%
“Found it by chance” was 48.5%
19.8% “Could not make a connection
“My work is not connected to the exhibition” (56.2%
Hibiya Kadan’s flower graphics, “Flowers from the Florist,” to hold an exhibition for businesses! Explanations of new 2027 AW floral designs, fresh-flower workshops, and a discussion-style seminar to be held on Friday, December 4
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株式会社日比谷花壇 will hold “Blooming Holiday,” an exhibition for businesses featuring its “Flowers from the Florist” flower graphic service, on December 4, 2026, with a preview of new 2027 AW floral designs, workshops, and seminars.
Amazon.co.jp exclusive: Take on Hakushu 18 Year Old. 15th Whisky Lottery goes on sale October 5, limited to 466 entries
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タチバナE酒販, operated by 株式会社アップライジング, has launched the “15th Whisky Lottery” exclusively on Amazon.co.jp for 4,880 yen. Limited to 466 entries, with prizes including Hakushu 18 Year Old for the grand prize.
Exclusive to イオン! Original Dozle-sha merchandise to go on sale! Standee displays at select stores!
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Dozle-sha, a group belonging to the gaming creator agency WONDER DIVE, will release original merchandise themed around “Nihao★Dozle-sha” exclusively at イオン starting November 20, 2026. Standee displays will also be featured at select stores.
Officially licensed product: “Kamen Rider Series” Christmas cake 2026 design now on sale!
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株式会社栄通 has launched 2026 Christmas cakes as officially licensed products from the “Kamen Rider Series.” The featured titles are “Agito,” “Kabuto,” and “Ex-Aid,” and the price is 5,886 yen (tax included). A can badge is included as a purchase bonus, and the cakes will be delivered by refrigerated shipping through ヤマト運輸.
Officially licensed product: “Super Sentai Series” Christmas cake 2026 design now on sale!
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株式会社栄通 has launched Christmas cakes featuring the 2026 design as officially licensed products from the “Super Sentai Series.” The featured titles are “Phantom Thief Sentai Lupinranger VS Police Sentai Patranger,” “Doubutsu Sentai Zyuohger,” and “GoGo Sentai Boukenger.” A can badge is included as a purchase bonus.
Hitachi Social Information Services to speak at “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in Winter”
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株式会社日立社会情報サービス will speak at “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in Winter,” an online conference hosted by Spready株式会社 on November 27, 2026, and introduce its initiatives related to “ambidextrous management.”
Supporting the nighttime illumination at the “Autumn Leaves Festival” in Kyoto’s Umekoji Park
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EcoFlow Technology Japan株式会社 will provide special support for the “Autumn Leaves Festival,” held at Umekoji Park in Kyoto from November 13 to 29, 2026, by supplying 3 DELTA Pro 3 high-capacity portable power stations.
Supporting the “Yokohama Marathon 2026” as an official partner!
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Nisshin OilliO Group sponsored the “Yokohama Marathon 2026,” held on October 25, 2026, as an official partner, supporting the event with water stations staffed by employee volunteers and a booth.
Facts
Number of participants: 28,764 (total across all events)
Seed Tech, part of the Geeks Group, partners with Neoセキュリティ and launches “DigiShoku Security” to help small and medium-sized businesses strengthen their cybersecurity
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シードテック株式会社 has partnered with Neoセキュリティ株式会社 and launched a new service, “DigiShoku Security,” to help small and medium-sized businesses build their cybersecurity frameworks.
Treba, a consolidated subsidiary of CyberStep Holdings, will launch a collaboration with ANIMAX MUSIX 2026 on Nov. 13, 2026, and sell limited-edition merchandise and packs with special perks.
Facts
About 10,000 people
Original2026年11月20日(金)・21日(土)
Limit of 7 items per person
7 winners selected by lottery
Companies mentioned:サイバーステップホールディングス株式会社、トレバ株式会社、東武鉄道、Animax Broadcast Japan
Niku Sushi Honke launches its franchise expansion. First location, “Nikuya no Sushi Sakaba Niku Sushi Honke Noge Sakuragicho,” opens in Noge and Sakuragicho on Monday, Nov. 16
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GOSSO株式会社 will hold the grand opening of “Nikuya no Sushi Sakaba Niku Sushi Honke Noge Sakuragicho” on Nov. 16, 2026. The restaurant is the first franchise location and the 6th location for the brand as a whole. A limited-time 50% OFF campaign will be held to celebrate the opening.
Facts
We will hold the grand opening of “Nikuya no Sushi Sakaba Niku Sushi Honke Noge Sakuragicho” on Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
This is the first franchise location
This is the 6th new location, following the Musashi-Kosugi location
“Hotto Hittoiki Minkuru Mug Cap Book - Toei Bus Mascot Character -” goes on sale Nov. 13!
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株式会社ワニブックス released “Hotto Hittoiki Minkuru Mug Cap Book,” supervised by 東京都交通局, on Nov. 13, 2026. The set includes a mug cap featuring a figure of Toei Bus mascot Minkuru, along with a booklet covering Minkuru’s origin story, past merchandise and an introduction to Toei buses. The price is 2,200 yen (tax included).
HIKKY delivers keynote at “StartSphere Taipei 2026,” an international event hosted by Taipei City
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Junko Musha, CSO of 株式会社HIKKY, delivered a keynote address and took part in a panel discussion at “StartSphere Taipei 2026,” an international event hosted by Taipei City. She introduced the international expansion of XR entertainment through Vket and VketReal.
“GIANTS Day Special 2026 in よみうりランド” to be held Dec. 6!
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よみうりランド will hold “GIANTS Day Special 2026 in よみうりランド” on Dec. 6, featuring a talk show with young 読売ジャイアンツ players, an attractions experience event and a stamp rally.
NTT Finance invests in the company selected for the second round of the equity-commitment business co-creation program “Spark-Edge” (theme: nature-positive business)
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NTT West and NTT Finance announced that NTT Finance has invested in サンリット・シードリングス株式会社, selected for the second round of the equity-commitment business co-creation program “Spark-Edge.”
Meet forest fairies at “Kormikko Christmas” at 箱根・芦ノ湖 はなをり, running through Dec. 25, 2026
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箱根・芦ノ湖 はなをり is holding a Christmas event through Dec. 25 in collaboration with the knitted-toy charity project “Kormikko.” A portion of sales will be donated to the Sora Bear Foundation and the Wajima City Elementary and Junior High School Principals’ Association.
Actor Ayumu Nakajima appears on “Eriko Kitagawa’s It’s Okay, Nobody’s Listening.” A first-meeting conversation with the actor whose distinctive pauses are drawing attention!
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Actor Ayumu Nakajima appears on screenwriter Eriko Kitagawa’s radio program “It’s Okay, Nobody’s Listening,” sharing impressions of their first meeting and imagining scenarios for dramas.
株式会社ドウシシャ will begin advance reservations on Nov. 14, 2026, for the multifunction record player “ZTMYR-01,” co-developed with music artist ずっと真夜中でいいのに。.
Web sales system for travel products for inbound visitors revamped! “Travel Kit for Japan” now available
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株式会社日本旅行 has launched “Travel Kit for Japan,” a web sales system for overseas travel agencies and OTAs that lets users freely select accommodations and activities during their stay.
【Third location in Nara Prefecture】A fitness club that makes you want to keep coming back, thanks to the fun you discover! Fully equipped with the prefecture’s first FIT-VOICE, plus golf, a sauna, FIT-BEAUTY, and more! FIT-EASY Nara Kashihara grand opening
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フィットイージー株式会社 held the grand opening of FIT-EASY Nara Kashihara in Kashihara, Nara Prefecture, on Nov. 13, 2026. The club features the prefecture’s first FIT-VOICE, as well as golf and a sauna, and is available for a monthly membership fee of ¥7,678.
【Second location in Chiba Prefecture】A new hub that updates everyday life in the community and makes you want to visit naturally because it’s fun! Fully equipped with golf, a sauna, FIT-BEAUTY, and more! FIT-EASY Arigaen Chiba to grand open on Tuesday, Dec. 1
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フィットイージー株式会社 will hold the grand opening of FIT-EASY Arigaen Chiba in Chiba, Chiba Prefecture, on Dec. 1, 2026. This amusement-style fitness club features golf, a sauna, beauty equipment, and more. It offers an app with AI healthcare features, and an opening campaign is underway.
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Permanent 550-yen (tax included) discount on monthly membership fees
【YOKI MATSUSHIMA】Special hospitality to brighten the New Year: 2027 New Year celebrations with a “Year-End and New Year Special Kaiseki” and “New Year Lobby Concert”
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YOKI MATSUSHIMA, operated by 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル&リゾート, is offering the special accommodation plan “【New Year Celebrations】Year-End and New Year Special Kaiseki” for the 2026–2027 holiday season, and will hold New Year lobby concerts on Jan. 1 and 2, 2027.
Facts
Opened on Aug. 10, 2026
Available for 2 days only, Jan. 1 and 2, 2027
Spacious guest rooms across all 26 rooms, each measuring at least 41 square meters
freee publishes results of survey on tax rules related to business succession
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freee株式会社 published the results of its “Survey on Tax Rules Related to Business Succession,” conducted among 53 people who have experienced or are planning a business succession, in a note magazine. The survey highlighted how tax burdens are hindering capital investment and wage increases, concerns about using the system, and expectations for simpler procedures.
【GALLEST】Model Ayami Kakiuchi wears “AYAMI KAKIUCHI wears GALLEST vol.2/knitwear ‘COLOR YOUR MOOD’” now available
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World Group women’s brand GALLEST released its knitwear feature, “AYAMI KAKIUCHI wears GALLEST vol.2/knitwear ‘COLOR YOUR MOOD,’” featuring model Ayami Kakiuchi, starting Nov. 13.
【JAPAN Soccer College】Signs “Soccer Global Career Partnership Agreement” with Zero-Zero株式会社
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JAPANサッカーカレッジ, part of NSGグループ, has signed a “Soccer Global Career Partnership Agreement” with Zero-Zero株式会社, strengthening cooperation on overseas education and career support.
Ultimate high-fantasy RPG “Valkyrie Connect” teams up with TV anime “I Was Reincarnated as the Seventh Prince, so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability”! Get popular character Tao for free with your first login!
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株式会社エイチームエンターテインメント will hold a collaboration between the RPG “Valkyrie Connect” and the TV anime “I Was Reincarnated as the Seventh Prince, so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability,” starting Nov. 13, 2026. The character Tao will be given away for free with the first login, and up to 400 free gacha pulls will also be available.
A sparkling cat sticker book is here, featuring adorable star-shaped holographic finishes! The deluxe “Kirakira ★ Cat Stickers” sticker book packs a generous 300 stickers into 16 pages, published by 小学館!
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小学館 will release “Kirakira ★ Cat Stickers,” a sticker book featuring cat photos by cat photographer Masayuki Oki with holographic finishes, on Nov. 11, 2026. The price is ¥1,210 (tax included).
サロンオーケストラジャパン will hold “An Orchestra for Beginners, from Age 0” — Winter Concert — at Grandberry Hall in Machida, Tokyo, on Nov. 22, 2026. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ, operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社.
Witness the birth of “Street Fighter 6’s strongest team in Japan” at the venue! Ticket sales information announced for the “Street Fighter League: Japan 2026 Grand Final”
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Ticket sales information has been announced for the “Street Fighter League: Japan 2026 Grand Final,” with lottery and first-come, first-served sales through ローチケ. The tournament will be held at Tokyo Big Sight on Feb. 23, 2027.
パナソニック オートモーティブシステムズ wins Excellence Award in the Security Governance and Operations category at the Japan Security Awards 2026 — helping address the shortage of specialized personnel with automotive cybersecurity solutions
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パナソニック オートモーティブシステムズ won the Excellence Award in the Security Governance and Operations category at the Japan Security Awards 2026. The award recognized its contribution to addressing the shortage of specialized personnel by using its automotive cybersecurity solution VERZEUSE for TARA to cut threat analysis workload by up to 90%. The company plans to change its name to モビテラ株式会社 in April 2027.
A star-studded voice cast gathers! Online streaming confirmed for the major ハンドレッドノート event “仁義なき探偵 −講談街 最後の日−”!
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The major event “2026 HUNDRED NOTE AUTUMN FEST” for 株式会社講談社’s cross-media content ハンドレッドノート will be held at THEATER MILANO-Za on November 21 and 22, 2026. The Day Two, Part 2 performance will be streamed online on the video platform Stagecrowd.
Facts
Streaming ticket: 4,400 yen (tax included)
Reserved-seat ticket with cheering goods (special penlight): 13,750 yen (tax included)
Saturday, November 21, 2026 [Day One: Battle to the Death]
Sunday, November 22, 2026 [Day Two: Summit Showdown]
A new illustration Ver. series from withCAT is coming from the TV anime ONE PIECE!
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New products in the illustration Ver. series of withCAT plush toys, featuring cat designs whose expressions can be changed with an アイマスク, from the TV anime ONE PIECE have been announced. The products are made by ムービック.
“A Book for Learning 6 Years of Middle and High School English from Scratch All at Once with Your Name., Weathering with You, and Suzume” goes on sale November 26, 2026! Revisit your English with those memorable lines you have heard time and again.
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株式会社KADOKAWA will publish a book on November 26, 2026, that teaches English grammar for 6 years of combined middle and high school education using lines from 3 films directed by Makoto Shinkai: Your Name., Weathering with You, and Suzume.
Notice of a reading group on “Methods of Policy Accommodation at the Interest-Rate Lower Bound,” a paper by Michael Woodford
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AIマネー大学株式会社 will hold a reading group on “Methods of Policy Accommodation at the Interest-Rate Lower Bound,” a paper by Professor Michael Woodford, a recipient of the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences. The session will be led by Yutaka Yamanaka and held free of charge via Zoom for those interested in monetary policy and macroeconomics.
[Joint survey by 京田辺市 and a women’s entrepreneurship community] 54.8% of women are worried about “the challenge of balancing responsibilities” — the 2nd “Life and Work Showcase,” inspired by 507 voices from the community, will be held on Nov. 26 (Thu.)
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A survey jointly conducted by 京田辺市 and the women entrepreneurs’ community Stellavia, with 507 responses, found that more than half of women were concerned about balancing work with housework, childcare, and caregiving. Reflecting these voices, the 2nd “Life and Work Showcase in Kyotanabe” will be held on November 26.
Would you like to try Miyazaki residents’ “everyday flavors”? An event celebrating Miyazaki food will be held at KITTE大阪 on November 21!
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宮崎県大阪事務所 will hold a food event themed “Miyazaki’s Delicious Everyday” at KITTE大阪 on November 21, Reiwa 8. Activities will include tasting and comparing sweet soy sauces, sampling chicken grilled over charcoal, sales of limited-edition bread and dried whitebait, and a quiz rally.
Facts
Reiwa 8, November 21 (Saturday)
11:00~18:00
Soy sauces from 3 manufacturers
10 varieties of chicken grilled over charcoal
Gift voucher (one of 1,000 yen, 500 yen, or 300 yen)
株式会社教育アカデミー has opened applications to observe and experience its online “Korean Culture” classes, held every Friday for the KA International Yokohama 韓国GLOBALコース, scheduled to open in April 2027. The instructor is a Japanese university student studying at a university in Korea. This session will explore K-Beauty using オリーブヤング(OLIVE YOUNG) as its subject.
Facts
April 2027
Every Friday
9:00〜20:00
Companies mentioned:株式会社教育アカデミー、KA International Yokohama 韓国GLOBALコース、オリーブヤング、OLIVE YOUNG
株式会社エフシイズ will exhibit at the “Taste Ibaraki Harvest Festival” at Komazawa Olympic Park in Tokyo as part of the 料理通信 media project, promoting and selling agricultural products from producers in 茨城県 certified under the “Ibaraki Midori Certification” program, as well as limited-edition frozen pizzas.
Facts
Produce sales totaled 62.8 billion yen
No. 1 nationwide for 22 consecutive years
In 2023,
Companies mentioned:株式会社エフシイズ、料理通信、茨城県、キノコノゴエン、ふるさと工房、飯山製茶、ドロップファーム、岩澤正和シェフ、高須ファーム、(株)安重水産、矢澤園芸、PIZZA FELICITÀ、PIZZERIA GTALIA DA FILIPPO、OPPLA’! DA GTALIA
RGS “CopilotGo” significantly enhanced as a high-speed AI modernization solution that ensures quality, accelerating legacy system renewal
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RGS株式会社 has significantly enhanced and launched CopilotGo, an AI modernization solution that rapidly converts legacy systems into modern languages. It achieves a conversion rate of 99.7% and productivity of approximately 100,000 steps per person-month, aiming to increase migration speed while ensuring quality.
Facts
Automatic conversion rate: 99.7%
Increases migration speed by 20–30 times
Conversion productivity of approximately 100,000 steps per person-month