Now redesigned in an easy-to-finish size! The classic Christmas handmade Bûche de Noël has been resized from 24 cm to 16 cm [Oimoya]
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株式会社おいもや has revamped its handmade Christmas Bûche de Noël for 2026, reducing the size from 24 cm to 16 cm and the price from 3,280 yen to 3,000 yen, and has begun taking reservations.
SYSTR株式会社 is running a December collection campaign for pickle barrels and storage containers in Odawara City only, offering a discount of up to 1,000 yen when customers use a flat-rate package.
ウェスティンホテル東京 will hold the one-night-only “Casino Countdown 2026-2027” casino event on New Year’s Eve 2026. It will offer an amusement casino featuring poker, roulette and other games, along with live performances across 3 areas on the 1st floor. A countdown featuring a performance by Tama Tsuboi will also take place at the Sky Bar on the 22nd floor.
[Nov. 23, Tokyo’s Shinbashi] Tottori breweries gather! “Maimon Festival” offers 90 minutes of all-you-can-drink sake, local beer and doburoku
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The DAISEN HAKKO PROJECT推進協議会, made up of breweries and other groups in Tottori Prefecture, will hold “Local Sake, Local Flavors: Maimon Festival in Shinbashi” at Tottori-Okayama Shinbashi-kan in Tokyo’s Shinbashi on Nov. 23, 2026. The event offers 90 minutes of all-you-can-drink sake, local beer and doburoku.
Google’s November 2026 core update begins. Current fluctuations and steps site operators should take revealed
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株式会社CINC explains the rollout status, data from monitoring tools and measures for site operators regarding Google’s “November 2026 core update,” which began on Nov. 11, 2026.
株式会社生活の木 and “Mirai Tsukur omai-ka,” a group of high school students from 瑞浪市, will hold an experiential tour in 瑞浪市, Gifu Prefecture, on Nov. 23, 2026, including a factory tour and making moist potpourri.
Facts
Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 (national holiday)
Capacity: 20 people
An experiential tour lasting about 2 and a half hours
30-DELUX OSAKA’s biggest operation ever! Reaching its highest point in its 5th anniversary year!—“The stage finally moves to Theatre Drama City”
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Kansai-based theater troupe 30-DELUX OSAKA will move to Umeda Arts Theater Drama City for its 5th anniversary, following sold-out runs of its previous 5 productions. The troupe will stage its completely original new work, “Shiranami Five Villains: Arrows of Justice Soaring Through the Sky,” inspired by the kabuki play “Shiranami Gonin Otoko,” in February 2027.
Start the New Year with a first listen. “final Lucky Bag 2027” goes on sale at noon on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
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株式会社final will begin selling its New Year lucky bags, “final Lucky Bag 2027,” exclusively through the final official store at noon on Nov. 21, 2026. A total of 26 types of lucky bags will be available, including the zodiac-themed wired earphones “ETO.8,” sold individually and as part of a lucky bag.
Facts
A total of 26 types of lucky bags
“First final Lucky Bag” (12,800 yen, tax included)
“Wired vs. Wireless Listening Comparison Bag” (34,800 yen, tax included)
“Flagship HP Grand Lucky Bag” (1,200,000 yen, tax included)
“Year of the Sheep Earphones ETO.8” (3,980 yen, tax included)
[Japan Competition Winner Announced] Norihiko Furuse of Zentis Osaka UPSTAIRZ Wins the iichiko IRODORI Cocktail Competition 2026 Japan Competition!
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Norihiko Furuse of Zentis Osaka UPSTAIRZ won the iichiko IRODORI Cocktail Competition 2026 Japan Competition, hosted by 三和酒類株式会社, and will represent Japan at the Global Final in 2027.
Facts
215 applicants from across Japan
7 finalists
November 6, 2026
Scheduled to be held in 2027
Companies mentioned:三和酒類株式会社、Zentis Osaka UPSTAIRZ、STARBUCKS RESERVE ROASTERY TOKYO TEAVANA、JANAI COFFEE、Bar BenFiddich、パレスホテル東京、SG Group、BAR 石の華、Drinks International、Tales of the Cocktail
Borujuku Enjoys the Best of So’o City! “So’o City × Borujuku” Collaboration PR Videos to Be Released on YouTube in Stages!
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So’o City, Kagoshima Prefecture, will release PR videos in stages in collaboration with comedy group Borujuku on YouTube. The videos will showcase the city’s attractions, including the Yagoro-don Festival, local sweets, livestock businesses, and campsites.
Facts
Said to have a history of about 1,000 years
Held every November 3
First video released at 18:00 on November 13
First video goes live on Friday, November 13, 2026
Popular Korean characters Mongnyang and Somnyang team up with PHOTOISM! Limited-edition photo frames themed around autumn flavors arrive across Japan!
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A collaboration between Mongnyang and Somnyang, Korean characters from the “UltraKiss” label operated by シャインパートナーズ株式会社 and 合同会社CEI, and self-photo brand PHOTOISM will launch on October 15, 2026. The 4 limited-edition photo frames themed around autumn flavors will be available at PHOTOISM stores in Japan.
Yokohama Kitanaka Marche celebrates its 11th anniversary in November 2026 with a festival expressing gratitude to the community that has supported it
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Yokohama Kitanaka Marche, hosted by 一般社団法人横浜北仲エリアマネジメント, will mark its 11th anniversary in November 2026 with a special event and commemorative initiatives to express its gratitude.
3 major updates for “Atashin’chi NEXT” have been announced: the release of a key visual, the start of streaming on January 1, 2027, and staff and cast information. The series is produced by シンエイ動画.
7-member virtual idol group FouRTe Project to hold its 2nd online live show, “The Change of Destiny -EVE-,” on December 24!
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株式会社GENKI announced that the 2nd online live show, “The Change of Destiny -EVE-,” by its 7-member virtual idol group FouRTe Project will be held on December 24, 2026, on SPWN and ニコニコ生放送. Ticket sales will also begin that day.
Tickets on Sale! GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2026 WINTER in YOKOHAMA, Japan’s Largest-Scale Fashion Event Featuring Female Students, Produced by 関西コレクション
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学生ランウェイ実行委員会 (planning and production: 株式会社GAKUSEI RUNWAY) announced that tickets for “GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2026 WINTER in YOKOHAMA,” to be held at KT Zepp Yokohama on January 30, 2027, will go on sale at 10 a.m. on November 14. The event is a fashion show featuring female students, produced by 関西コレクション. Performances by artists including FIELD OF VIEW / Yuya Asaoka, Issho Tomoko, and Onephony, as well as appearances by numerous models including iLiFE! and HEROINES, have been confirmed.
Original merchandise for the hugely popular BL comic “I Became the Lead Actor in a BL Drama” to go on sale through “Kujitomo” starting Friday, November 20!
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株式会社ブリッジ announced that an online lottery featuring original merchandise for the BL comic “I Became the Lead Actor in a BL Drama” will launch on its online lottery service, Kujitomo, on November 20, 2026.
株式会社SHO-SAN will hold free webinars on November 20 and 24, 2026, for builders and home construction companies, showcasing examples of how AI can improve the efficiency of recruitment operations.
Facts
Original人の作業は1通約25秒に
More than 1,300 marketing and AI support engagements in the housing industry
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026
Companies mentioned:株式会社SHO-SAN、Recruit Hub、Talent Hub、Build AI Academy、リクルート
“Beloved Local Gourmet Foods” Gather! “Secret Kenmin SHOW Extreme: Beloved Local Gourmet Food Festival supported by Sui Gin Soda” to Be Held November 20–23 (Monday holiday) at the Plaza in Front of JR Osakajokoen Station and Around the 読売テレビ Headquarters
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読売テレビ will hold the “Secret Kenmin SHOW Extreme: Beloved Local Gourmet Food Festival” from November 20 to 23, 2026, at the plaza in front of JR Osakajokoen Station and around the ytv headquarters. Admission is free. The event will feature gourmet food from 17 establishments introduced on the program, stage events, and hands-on activities. サントリー株式会社 is the special sponsor.
Recruiting event organizers to use おおきにアリーナ舞洲 with the venue fee waived
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株式会社おおきに商店 is recruiting event organizers to use the available dates at おおきにアリーナ舞洲, under its naming rights agreement, for events from March 17 to 19, 2027, with the venue fee waived.
Facts
Original2027年3月17日(水)〜19日(金)
The venue fee is waived
First-round application deadline: Wednesday, December 16, 2026
ジャンプLAB, a joint venture between フォッグ株式会社 and Shueisha, released character assets for Bandai Namco Entertainment’s game “キン肉マン マッスルタッグマッチ 令和復活編” on November 9, 2026.
Axis Consulting gets off to a solid start in the first quarter of fiscal 2027, ending June
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Axis Consulting announced its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending June 2027. Revenue rose significantly in recruitment services and skills-sharing, and operating income returned to profitability.
ispace completes preliminary design review (PDR) of ULTRA lander ahead of Mission 3
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株式会社ispace announced that it has completed the preliminary design review (PDR) of the ULTRA lander, which will be used for Mission 3 in 2028. The overall system design, including the switch to an engine made by Nammo社, was confirmed to be viable, and the project will move into the detailed design phase.
Facts
Scheduled for launch in 2028
Subsidy-eligible project with a budget (maximum subsidy) of 12 billion yen
[Bicycles for 7,678 yen, limited to the first 30 units!] Bicycle specialty store ダイワサイクル姫路野里店 opens Friday, 11/13!
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DAIWA CYCLE株式会社 will open ダイワサイクル姫路野里店 in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, on November 13, 2026, making it its 169th store nationwide. The store will hold an opening sale and a free flat-tire repair campaign.
[Bicycles for 10,978 yen, limited to the first 20 units!] Bicycle specialty store ダイワサイクル中野店 opens Friday, 11/13!
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DAIWA CYCLE株式会社 will open ダイワサイクル中野店 in Nakano, Tokyo, on November 13, 2026. The company’s 170th store nationwide will display more than 100 bicycles, including electric-assist models, and hold a free flat-tire repair campaign and a special sale limited to the first 20 units.
[ANON TOKYO Produced by axes femme] axes femme creates costumes for Bushiroad’s first fashion event
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The fashion brand axes femme, owned by 株式会社アイジーエー, created and produced stage costumes for “ANON TOKYO,” the label created by BanG Dream! character Chihaya Anon, for “Bushiroad Fashion Journey,” the first fashion event hosted by 株式会社ブシロード. The costumes are being offered for made-to-order sale as everyday clothing.
Facts
A total of 37 cast members
Retail price: ¥8,800 (tax included)
Price: 9,130 yen (tax included)
Price: 4,290 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,410 yen (tax included)
For every 7,000 yen spent on eligible products (tax included)
The on-demand printing service オリジナルプリント.jp, operated by 株式会社イメージ・マジック, began accepting orders for sales and customization of 4 fall and winter items, including headbands and FLEXFIT boa caps, on November 12, 2026.
[As winter approaches] Korean The North Face specialty store “NORTH HWAN” introduces its TOP 2 picks! A look at how they differ from Japanese models and recommended winter outfits
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NORTH HWAN, a resale apparel shop in Shimosuwa, Suwa District, Nagano Prefecture, introduces popular THE NORTH FACE items for the Korean market, “WHITE LABEL” and “ヌプシ,” and explains how they differ from Japanese models and offers winter outfit recommendations.
Facts
〒393-0046
Original東赤砂4476-1
Original関ビル101
Companies mentioned:株式会社シー・ビー・ティ・ソリューションズ、NORTH HWAN、THE NORTH FACE、mont-bell
Soo City x ぼる塾 collaboration video to be released on the city’s official YouTube channel starting Friday, November 13! Featuring recommended spots and tourist attractions
Fan meeting announced for the nonstop romantic comedy based on the BL comic: “Kiss After the Investigation: Surely We Can Take a Break from Investigating for New Year’s? One Shio, Two Tako, Thank You! Everyone on Duty, Assemble!”
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A fan meeting for the live-action BL comic drama “Kiss After the Investigation” will be held at Nikkei Hall in Tokyo on Jan. 10, 2027. Stars Shu Watanabe and Riku Saito will appear, and advance ticket sales begin Nov. 13.
Facts
With cumulative circulation topping 150,000 copies
UMAbred is coming back to タワーレコード—yeah, yeah, yeah! “netkeiba×UMAbred” at 渋谷タワーレコード in 2026—event confirmed!! This year’s theme is “UMAbred×ROCK”!!
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UMAbred and netkeiba will hold a pop-up store at タワーレコード渋谷店 in November 2026. The theme is “UMAbred×ROCK,” and an event featuring jockey Sena Imamura will also be held.
Facts
Original11/19(木)~11/29(日)の日程
Purchases of ¥5,000 or more
To be held on Thursday, Nov. 26, at the 5F event space
Beauty appliance maker Areti has redesigned its popular hair straightener, the “i679BK,” and will release it on Nov. 14. The temperature range has been expanded to 60–230°C, and the power cord has been lengthened from 1.6m to 2.1m.
PARCELLE JEWELRY to hold pop-up shop at 横浜髙島屋 in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
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PARCELLE JEWELRY, the jewelry brand operated by 株式会社PARCELLE, will hold a pop-up shop at 横浜髙島屋 from Nov. 18 to 24, 2026, selling exclusive items and new designs. The founder, Taisuke Narizawa, will also hold the made-to-order event “CARAVAN” on Nov. 22.
Facts
Original2026年11月18日(水)から24日(火)まで
Founded in Ebisu, Tokyo, in 2013
Pomponne series: from ¥85,800 (tax included)
The monthly special event “CARAVAN” will be held on Sunday, Nov. 22
80 years since Freddie Mercury’s birth and 35 years since his death! Event for the film “Queen: Budapest” to be held at 東急歌舞伎町タワー!
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東急歌舞伎町タワー, operated by 株式会社TSTエンタテイメント, will present a special campaign starting Nov. 13, 2026, to mark the release of the film “Queen: Budapest.” The event, themed around the 80th anniversary of Freddie Mercury’s birth and the 35th anniversary of his death, will include a music video takeover, panel displays and talk events.
Facts
80th anniversary of his birth
35th anniversary of his death
From Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Price: ¥1,000 (tax included)
7 special events
More than approximately 550,000 subscribers
Companies mentioned:株式会社TSTエンタテイメント、東急歌舞伎町タワー、Sony Music Entertainment、東急株式会社、株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、カルチャヴィル合同会社、MEIWA DENSHI、Universal Music、Apple music、rockin’on、渋谷CISCO RECORDS
【Limited from 10:00 on Friday, Nov. 20, to 9:59 on Monday, Dec. 7】NARS Cosmetics to hold THE NARS CYBER EVENT 2026 on its official website
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NARS Cosmetics will hold “THE NARS CYBER EVENT 2026” on its official website from 10:00 on Nov. 20, 2026, to 9:59 on Dec. 7. The event will include free shipping on all items, double points, mini-size products and novelty gifts, a kit available for 72 hours only, and the return of a popular oil lip product.
Facts
10:00 on Friday, Nov. 20, 2026–9:59 on Monday, Dec. 7
The heroines of “To LOVE-Ru Darkness” brought to life in fragrances and goods! Items featuring newly drawn illustrations by Kentaro Yabuki are here!
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FAIRYTAIL BEAUTE合同会社 will release 9 perfumes and other goods featuring illustrations newly drawn by Kentaro Yabuki as collaboration products with “To LOVE-Ru Darkness” on Nov. 13, 2026.
Nagoya-exclusive perks and new goods on offer at the “Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Exhibition” at Telepia Hall
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The “Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Exhibition” will be held at Telepia Hall from Nov. 28 to Dec. 27, 2026, with Nagoya-exclusive perks and new goods on offer.
株式会社ヘソプロダクション will release an “acrylic keychain” collaboration item featuring Legalew, the official mascot of 大阪弁護士会, and Expo character Myaku-Myaku in mid-November 2026 as an official EXPO2025 licensed product.
We asked AI, “Tell me some words that don’t sound like aiko!” Special program to air on ABCラジオ on aiko’s birthday night!
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aiko will host the special program “aikoマンと正太くんinABCラジオ2” on ABCラジオ, her first in 1 year and a half. The theme is “aiko and AI,” and she will talk with Shota Shimono. It will air late at night on Nov. 22, aiko’s birthday.
Facts
Last month’s 17th album
Special program for the first time in 1 year and a half
[How Kids Spend Their Days Off] Departing Dec. 6: Fabre Insect Class in Futako-Tamagawa—Sparkling Insect Specimens
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株式会社プラスワン教育 will hold a “Fabre Insect Class” in Futako-Tamagawa on Dec. 6, 2026. This day trip program fosters children’s interest in and curiosity about insects through activities such as specimen-making and an insect certification test.
Facts
2026/12/6 (Sun)
[Kindergarten seniors and elementary school students] ¥31,900
Collaboration goods for the anime “ガールズバンドクライ” × “楽園追放 心のレゾナンス” are coming! A wide range of new items featuring original illustrations themed around “school uniforms”!
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中外鉱業株式会社 will begin selling collaboration goods for the anime “ガールズバンドクライ” and “楽園追放 心のレゾナンス” on Nov. 16, 2026. A wide range of items, including acrylic figure stands and keychains featuring original illustrations themed around school uniforms, will be available.
[Smartphone accessories industry] Smartphone cases for SVリーグ team 東レアローズ静岡 are coming from caseplay, which boasts No. 1 rankings for number of compatible models, collaborations, and designs, with 58 designs for more than 170 models!
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Smartphone cases featuring SVリーグ team 東レアローズ静岡 designs, with 58 designs for more than 170 models, will go on sale from caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, on Nov. 13, 2026.
Seto Miruka’s 1st photo book goes on sale Dec. 9 (Wed); cover and title revealed!
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“TOYBOX,” the 1st photo book by Seto Miruka of the girl group NEO JAPONISM, will be released by Akita Shoten on Dec. 9, 2026. The cover shows her in a yellow bikini, photographed in Guam. A release event is also planned.
30 minutes to write the script, 15 minutes to memorize the lines, then straight to the stage! The unprecedented fully improvised theater event “私、こんな役、演じてみたいんですけど。”—the biggest “Wataen” yet! 3 days and 5 performances at Nippon Seinenkan Hall!
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The fully improvised theater event “私、こんな役、演じてみたいんですけど。”—co-hosted by 株式会社AOI Pro. and 株式会社サンライズプロモーション—will run for 3 days and 5 performances at Nippon Seinenkan Hall from Dec. 20 to 22, 2026.
[Fukushima] The pop-up store for “たべっ子どうぶつLAND,” a perennial favorite with children and adults alike, will open for a limited time at イオンスタイル伊達 from Friday, Nov. 20! Featuring popular items from past editions of “たべっ子どうぶつLAND”!
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A pop-up store where visitors can experience the world of 株式会社ギンビス’ “たべっ子どうぶつ” will be held at イオンスタイル伊達 from Nov. 20 to Dec. 25.
“OTOMATE LOGBOOK PAGE02.「9 R.I.P. sequel」” is just around the corner! Countdown starts today!
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アイディアファクトリー株式会社 announced that “OTOMATE LOGBOOK PAGE02.「9 R.I.P. sequel」,” the second event in a series of solo events for titles from the women’s game brand オトメイト, will be held at Belle Salle Takadanobaba on Nov. 22, 2026, and has started the countdown. Premium seats are sold out, while standard seats and all-seat reserved tickets are on sale.
The highly anticipated rapper “3Li¥en (Eriyen)” appears in SPINNS’s “Buddy Girl” campaign key visual!
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SPINNS, an apparel brand operated by 株式会社ヒューマンフォーラム, named rapper “3Li¥en (Eriyen)” as the key visual for its “Buddy Girl” fashion style and began displaying the visuals on digital signage on Nov. 14, 2026.
Post-event online sales begin for the Bungo Stray Dogs × Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise 2026 collaboration!
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株式会社コンテンツシード will begin post-event online sales for the collaboration event with the anime Bungo Stray Dogs and Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise on Nov. 13, 2026.
[Animate Girls Festival 2026 (AGF2026)] Post-event online sales begin for “BOYS be MAID!~御曹司メイドボーイ部の日日~”!
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株式会社コンテンツシード has begun post-event online sales on THEキャラ通販サイト for “BOYS be MAID!~御曹司メイドボーイ部の日日~,” which was featured at Animate Girls Festival 2026 (AGF2026).
Concerned about reflections and fingerprints on the new Land Cruiser FJ’s navigation screen? ベルモンド launches 2 types of made-in-Japan screen protectors designed for 12.3-inch displays
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Fun Standard株式会社 (brand: BELLEMOND) has launched 2 types of “カーナビ守る君” screen protectors for the 12.3-inch display audio system in the new トヨタ Land Cruiser FJ.
\Over 100,000 Instagram followers!/“It’s okay to have days when you just can’t keep going.” Comic essay 『疲れたあんたと幸せ食堂で』, a companion for weary hearts, goes on sale Nov. 27!
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株式会社主婦と生活社 will release 『疲れたあんたと幸せ食堂で』, the first comic essay by Nekorobu, who has over 100,000 Instagram followers, on Nov. 27, 2026.
DOPING PANDA and the band apart share the stage! “mellow fellow 2026,” taking place at Ebisu LIQUIDROOM on Friday, 11/20, to be livestreamed exclusively on Nico Nico Live!
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Nico Nico Live will exclusively livestream “mellow fellow 2026,” a live event featuring DOPING PANDA and the band apart at Ebisu LIQUIDROOM on Nov. 20, 2026. The first half will be free to watch, while the second half will be exclusive to premium members.
Facts
Nov. 20, 2026
19:00
990 yen per month
30 days
Companies mentioned:株式会社ドワンゴ、DOPING PANDA、the band apart、asian_gothic_label
『ときめきの教典』 audio drama Episode 4, “追いかける恋しかできない,” is now available. A whirlwind of “love” pursues a woman who only knows how to chase after love
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株式会社イマジカインフォス released Episode 4 of the 『ときめきの教典』 audio drama, “追いかける恋しかできない,” on Nov. 13, 2026. The main story depicts the relationship between protagonist Yoko Machino and Guruguru of the Moomoo Peka group and is available for free on YouTube, Spotify and other platforms. A complete edition featuring a special episode is also on sale. A giveaway campaign for a signed shikishi board from voice actor Hikaru Iida is also underway.
Facts
Nov. 13, 2026
Episode 4
27-year-old Yoko Machino
Main story: 17 minutes 04 seconds
Special episode: 1 minute 19 seconds
Total: 18 minutes 23 seconds
Until Dec. 06 (Sun.) at 23:59
Companies mentioned:株式会社イマジカインフォス、YouTube、Spotify、Apple Podcasts、Amazon Music
“Kstyle AWARDS 2026” preliminary voting begins on IDOLCHAMP! You decide this year’s No.1 artist [Voting period: 11/13–11/26]
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Preliminary voting for “Kstyle AWARDS 2026,” a year-end awards event jointly organized by K-POP idol support app IDOLCHAMP and Korean entertainment news site Kstyle, began on Nov. 13. In this fan-voting-only format, voters will select a TOP20 from the nominees in 5 categories. A ticket giveaway for the “2026 APAN Star Awards,” also being held in Seoul on the same day, also kicked off.
Facts
[Votes count toward the rankings at 100%]
A total of 5 categories
Candidates who make it into the TOP20 in the preliminary voting
Mamiko Suzuki releases new song “recipe feat.CBS” today. A rap number that humorously depicts everyday scenes
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Mamiko Suzuki will release her new song “recipe feat.CBS,” featuring hip-hop group CBS, on Nov. 13. She will also perform a solo show at The Garden Hall in Ebisu, Tokyo, on Dec. 20.
A human drama and courtroom series starring Jang Nara and Kim Hye-yoon! Korean drama “Good Partner 2” to stream exclusively with unlimited viewing on U-NEXT from Friday, Nov. 20, as a U-NEXT original, premiering in Japan simultaneously with its release in Korea
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株式会社U-NEXT announced that the Korean drama “Good Partner 2” will stream exclusively with unlimited viewing on U-NEXT from Nov. 20, 2026, as a U-NEXT original, premiering in Japan simultaneously with its release in Korea.
A collaboration with うさまる, a huge hit as LINE stickers! Get 10% OFF with エポスカード! The “マルコとマルオの10日間” campaign is here!
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株式会社丸井 will run the “マルコとマルオの10日間” 10% OFF campaign for エポスカード members at all マルイ and モディ stores and on マルイウェブチャネル from Nov. 20 to Nov. 29, 2026. The campaign will feature a collaboration with LINE sticker character うさまる and a giveaway of limited-edition goods.
The hugely popular character born from LINE stickers is coming to EPOS Card! The LINE CREATORS EPOS Card is here!
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株式会社エポスカード is teaming up with LINE Friends Japan to launch the LINE CREATORS EPOS Card, featuring designs based on LINE sticker characters. Usamaru will be the first design, going on sale Nov. 20, 2026, with 3 other card designs to follow. Some card designs feature a system that donates an amount equivalent to 0.1% of purchases.
Facts
An amount equivalent to 0.1% of the amount spent
¥50,000 or more, including tax
At least ¥100,000 including tax
The number of campaigns is 156
The number of members is 1.38 million
Approximately 10,000 discount facilities nationwide
USAGI ONLINE STORE Machida Tokyu Twins store opens Nov. 26 (Thursday)! Featuring exclusive items and special gifts!
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USAGI ONLINE STORE, operated by 株式会社ウサギオンライン, will open a store at Machida Tokyu Twins on Nov. 26, 2026. The store will offer exclusive items and gifts, as well as a campaign for MA CARD members.
Nami Shimada's video works to be released in remastered Blu-ray editions!
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To mark the 40th anniversary of Nami Shimada's debut, her video works from 1987 and 1988 have been remastered with AI. NAMI SHIMADA Visual Anthology will be released on Dec. 23, 2026.
His 9th single in his 8th year since debut! At 24, Sai-sei brings a man's seafaring song to life! New song "Kita no Kaikyo" out Dec. 16, 2026 (Wednesday)
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Enka singer Sai-sei will release his 9th single, "Kita no Kaikyo," through 日本コロムビア on Dec. 16, 2026. A disciple of Takashi Hosokawa, Sai-sei is entering his 8th year since his debut. An event is planned to mark the release of the new song, which also features his shakuhachi performance.
株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will hold free online seminars every Thursday in December, teaching English in 15-minute lunchtime sessions. The "Chris's Lunchtime English Conversation" seminars will cover "Life and Buildings" and "Healthcare English," with Chris Larimore as the instructor.
A commemorative show featuring comedy and music: Saburo Ohira's 50th anniversary live tour, "Shikkari Shita Nee" — final Osaka performance, 2027.1.16 (Saturday) @ YES THEATER
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The final Osaka performance of Saburo Ohira's 50th anniversary live tour, "Shikkari Shita Nee," will be held at YES THEATER on Jan. 16, 2027. Hosted by Yoshimoto Kogyo, the show will feature special guests including Kiyoshi Nishikawa.
The hugely popular PAW Patrol Friend Park -by VILLAGE VANGUARD- is getting a makeover starting in November 2026!
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株式会社ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション will revamp the PAW Patrol anime pop-up shop, PAW Patrol Friend Park -by VILLAGE VANGUARD-, starting in November 2026, with events at Aeon Malls in Saitama and Aichi prefectures.
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Nov. 2026
550 yen (tax included)
3,300 yen (tax included)
880 yen (tax included)
715 yen (tax included)
935 yen (tax included)
2,200 yen (tax included)
770 yen (tax included)
¥1,430 (tax included)
990 yen (tax included)
1,980 yen (tax included)
748 yen (tax included)
220 yen (tax included)
350 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned:株式会社ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション、ヴィレッジヴァンガード、スピンマスター、Spin Master Entertainment、Spin Master Ltd.、テレ東系列、TV Tokyo、Nick+、Rakuten TV、Nickelodeon、Amazon Prime video、Viacom International Inc.
The first wave of merchandise information is here for the "Shugo Chara! 20th Anniversary Original Art Exhibition: The Unlocked Sparkle"!
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Details of the first wave of merchandise and the ticket sales schedule for the Shugo Chara! 20th Anniversary Original Art Exhibition have been announced.
The Draluc Birthday POP UP SHOP for the TV anime The Vampire Dies in No Time 2 will open starting Nov. 27 (Friday)!
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株式会社ブシロードクリエイティブ will hold a pop-up shop starting Nov. 27, 2026, to celebrate the birthday of Draluc, a character from the TV anime The Vampire Dies in No Time 2.
Original「Hello Japan! LABUBU お忍び旅行 in TOKYO」イベントレポート 東京のパノラマ絶景やストリートに大興奮! キュートで茶目っ気たっぷりな姿を見せた1日に密着
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株式会社POP MART JAPAN held a press-only photo event on Nov. 11, 2026, to mark popular character LABUBU's first visit to Japan. At "Hello Japan! LABUBU Secret Trip in TOKYO," LABUBU visited 4 locations in Tokyo, including Shibuya Scramble Square and Azabudai Hills.
Facts
Worldwide sales surpass 100 million units
Total attendance exceeds about 100,000
Across more than 30 countries and regions worldwide
More than 670 directly operated stores
More than 2,800 ROBO SHOP units
Companies mentioned:株式会社POP MART JAPAN、POP MART、森ビル、エプソン、チームラボボーダレス、香港証券取引所
Marking the 10th anniversary of the film Tsumugumono's release. Special screening and talk event to be held at Eurospace Shibuya on Nov. 11, "Care Day"
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To mark the 10th anniversary of the release of the film Tsumugumono, 株式会社アナログPR held a special screening and talk event at Eurospace Shibuya on Nov. 11, 2026. Saburo Ishikura and director Kazutoshi Indo took the stage and discussed behind-the-scenes stories from filming and the current state of caregiving.
【Starting in November】Make your Hokkaido photo wedding even more affordable! 写真工房ぱれっと・三景スタジオ significantly revise bridal plan prices and launch huge discounts
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写真工房ぱれっと and 三景スタジオ, operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, began revising prices and offering huge discounts on photo wedding plans at 6 locations in Hokkaido starting in November.
Ceremony held for comedian Yutaro Hamada’s appointment as Inagawa Town’s “Hometown Honorary PR Ambassador”! Sharing the town’s appeal in Japan and abroad
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Comedian Yutaro Hamada was appointed Inagawa Town’s Hometown Honorary PR Ambassador, and an appointment ceremony was held during the Inagawa Festival.
WordPress security plugin “NextWorks Guard” launched, combining WordPress site checks, protection and backup in 1 tool
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合同会社ReproMedia has launched “NextWorks Guard,” a security plugin for WordPress. It provides features including health checks, login protection, tampering detection and backups through a Japanese-language admin interface. The one-site version is available for a one-time payment of ¥9,800.
Jensen Huang’s departure and tighter U.S. oversight threaten China’s AI projects worth more than US$3 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Reuters review of Chinese government procurement and investment documents found that AI computing projects worth more than US$3 billion are based on NVIDIA (輝達) processors subject to export controls. Despite tighter U.S. export controls and Jensen Huang’s resignation, which could weaken NVIDIA’s lobbying influence, demand for its hardware in China remains substantial, spanning tech giants, joint ventures with local governments and universities.
Strong AI demand lifts 貿聯-KY’s 3Q earnings to more than 2 times its paid-in capital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Benefiting from strong AI demand, 貿聯-KY reported third-quarter net income attributable to the parent company of NT$4.293 billion, up 63.33% year over year, with earnings per share reaching a record high. Revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$72.019 billion, and the company completed its acquisition of Interplex Datacom to expand its AI data center business.
Facts
Third-quarter net income attributable to the parent company of NT$4.293 billion
Up 63.33% year over year
Earnings per share (EPS) of NT$21.93
EPS of NT$48.77 for the first 3 quarters of this year
NT$46.57 for the full year last year
Revenue of NT$72.019 billion for the first 3 quarters of this year
Up 39.9% year over year
Net income attributable to the parent company of NT$9.549 billion
Cho Jung-tai: Continue integrating health and sports policies to prevent chronic diseases
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai said at the 38th World Congress of Internal Medicine that the government would continue integrating health and sports policies, using initiatives such as Sweat for Rewards and Health Coins to encourage the public to develop good habits and prevent chronic diseases.
Facts
Provided screening services to 3.25 million people last year
Detected more than 30,000 cases of precancerous lesions early
As well as nearly 10,000 cases of cancer
Successfully assisted more than 40,000 patients and their families
Starting in 2025, people aged 30 and older will be eligible for free health checkups
The government’s goal is to identify 80% of people at high risk for the three highs
耕興 invests NT$1.5 billion to expand capacity by 1 to 2 tenths, targeting demand from North American and Indian customers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Mobile communications testing company 耕興 announced an investment of NT$1.5 billion to expand capacity in Taiwan, with completion expected in the first half of next year. Capacity is set to increase by 1 to 2 tenths to meet strong demand from North American and Indian customers for testing involving 6G, WiFi 8 and physical AI.
Italian schools receive threatening emails; Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Authorities notified and cooperating in investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Several schools in Italy received bomb threats, and the sender’s domain indicated a connection to Taiwan’s 大葉大學. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said an alumnus’s email account was suspected of being hacked, and had been suspended as an investigation was launched. The ministry also notified Taiwan’s investigative authorities and is cooperating with other countries to trace the source of the threatening emails.
Facts
More than 6,000 public schools across Italy
Several schools in Italy received bomb threats on the 11th
On the 12th, schools in Italy received a more aggressively worded threatening letter
金管會 warns of AI attack risks, urges financial sector to implement 6 measures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金管會 warned of AI attack risks and urged the financial sector to implement 6 measures, including identifying external exposures, strengthening data and transaction security, adopting defensive AI technologies, making good use of intelligence-sharing mechanisms, ensuring the continuity of critical services and strengthening board governance responsibilities.
Facts
6 measures
2026 2nd Financial Institution Chief Information Security Officer Coordination Meeting
Ukraine attack on Russia kills 9; Russian forces strike Kyiv hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Russia said a Ukrainian night attack killed at least 9 people and that it shot down nearly 1,200 drones. Ukraine, meanwhile, accused Russian forces of striking a hospital in Kyiv and an industrial area in the south, killing 3 people.
Green energy companies report earnings: 聚恆科技’s profit for the first 3 quarters surges nearly 9 times, 麗升能源 returns to profit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Green energy companies are reporting their third-quarter results. 聚恆科技’s after-tax net income for the first 3 quarters surged nearly 9 times, 麗升能源 returned to profitability, 中美晶 reported after-tax net income of NT$4.053 billion for the first 3 quarters, and 雲豹能源 swung to a loss.
Facts
Cumulative after-tax net income of NT$117 million
Up as much as 898.54% year over year
Consolidated revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$1.334 billion
麗升能源’s consolidated revenue for the first 3 quarters of this year totaled NT$606 million
Cumulative after-tax net income of NT$11.18 million
中美晶’s after-tax net income for the first 3 quarters reached NT$4.053 billion
Earnings per share (EPS) of NT$6.60
Electricity sales revenue for the first 3 quarters reached NT$2.782 billion
天能綠電’s third-quarter after-tax net income was NT$43.43 million
Cumulative after-tax net income for the first 3 quarters was NT$95 million
天能綠電’s cumulative green electricity wheeling volume from January to September this year reached 494 million kWh
Third-quarter revenue of NT$20.879 billion
After-tax net income of NT$968 million
Cumulative revenue for the first 3 quarters of NT$61.38 billion
After-tax EPS of NT$5.02 for the first half of this year
Cash dividend of NT$2.8 per share to be distributed
Total distribution of NT$1.795 billion
Plans to build a 5.04MW/10.03MWh energy storage system