Matsudo Mutsumi High School calligraphy club wins the top “Kobo Daishi Award” at the Koyasan Calligraphy Contest for 3 consecutive years! Teacher and students forge a path together in calligraphy
YUGEN Gallery will host the collection exhibition “Ever-Changing -YUGEN collections-.” It is scheduled to run from April 4 (Saturday) to April 24 (Friday), 2026. Details of the works and artists on display are not available.
Even “Saku Maro,” the nobleman of Heian-kyo, gets a colorful makeover! “Kuchidoke Koji Saku Maro,” a crispy, fizzy snack with a mellow, melt-in-your-mouth texture, gets new packaging
[Event report] Sushiro × “Project to Learn About and Protect the Tohoku Sea for Future Generations”: Tasting event held for collaborative product developed with elementary school students who proposed product ideas!
“A home is not real estate, but the setting for an ideal life” — 2026 edition unveils new standards for luxury consumers’ homes, for living wisely in an era of change
株式会社ビームス project BEAMS MANGART has announced its first collaboration items with the popular TV anime High School! Kimengumi. Reservations open on March 27, 2026. The collection includes T-shirts and bags featuring original graphics by illustrator Jun Suzuki.
“ii Office Atsugi Nanasawa by Fukumotokan” opens at a historic inn with a 170-year history, offering immersive work sessions with hot springs and a literary atmosphere.
Bottle-to-Bottle Recycling Agreement signed with Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture
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Asahi Soft Drinks Co., Ltd. and Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, have signed a Bottle-to-Bottle Recycling Agreement and will launch a project to recycle used PET bottles collected in Yokosuka City into new PET bottles. Under the agreement, the two parties will jointly promote Bottle-to-Bottle recycling and contribute to realizing a sustainable, circular society through awareness-raising activities and environmental education.
LIMI feu to launch the 4th installment of its 2026 spring/summer collection on Friday, April 3
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Fashion brand LIMI feu will launch the 4th installment of its 2026 spring/summer collection on Friday, April 3. The announcement consists only of a title and images, and details such as the specific product lineup and participating stores are unknown.
Satofull Newsletter: “Beer, Sauna and Satofull in Takanawa SAUNAS” event held
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Satofull held the “Beer, Sauna and Satofull in Takanawa SAUNAS” tie-in fair at Takanawa SAUNAS from February 28 to March 13, 2026. The fair offered 8 types of craft beer and drinks from across Japan that are available as hometown tax donation gifts. Satofull members will also receive a special offer from April 1 to August 31, 2026, giving them a 300-yen discount on admission to Takanawa and Shibuya SAUNAS.
A popular travel essay is now available in a pocket-sized edition! Now is the perfect time to travel solo. Tips on packing, clothing and choosing accommodations help you save your energy while enjoying food and sightseeing. Includes the newly written “Kyoto Good-Fortune Trip.”
Popular creator group “Gogatsu 0-ji no Princess,” with more than 6.5 million total social media followers, named new regular MCs for ABEMA’s weekday evening news program “ABEMA Prime”!
April is “Isekai and Fantasy Anime Free Streaming Month” on Abema! A total of 25 new titles, including “Cautious Hero,” “Solo Leveling” and “Ascendance of a Bookworm,” are coming! All episodes of the 25 new titles will be streamed back-to-back for free starting Wednesday, April 1!
GARRACK’s S-MEISTER watch line will hold a live demonstration by a craftsman of the traditional Japanese art of Kanazawa foil at On Time Shibuya Loft on Saturday, March 28.
200 educational videos from “Kore Mane Kyoiku DX” included as standard in 株式会社soeasy’s new service — jointly creating a system for education that generates profits on the front lines
Achieved Level 2 under the Well-being ISO Guideline Certification, an accreditation program based on ISO25554:2024, for the well-being of everyone at work
エスイーエー株式会社 makes a donation to Joetsu City using a “Regional Revitalization and SDGs Support Private Placement Bond,” contributing to the spread of smart off-grid houses toward a “local production and consumption of electricity (VPP society)”
¥4,000 off at Rakuten Ichiba: Get the complete package for ¥13,900! “Aorlym P10,” a high-value 10-inch tablet with Android 16 and AI, launches in a limited-quantity sale with keyboard and mouse included
Opening in June 2026: Enlab College Osaka Umeda, an independent living training program offering support to help organize daily life and self-understanding and take the next step
Announcement of the development of “BONDS KORIYAMA FUTURE VISION”
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Fukushima Firebonds has developed the regional vision “BONDS KORIYAMA FUTURE VISION” for Koriyama City and the Kaiseizan area, after being selected for the B.League and Nippon Foundation’s “Sports × Community Development Model Project to Address Local Issues.” The vision sketch aims to build the community through sports, depicting intergenerational exchange, the creation of moving experiences, the fostering of attachment to the region, and the promotion of its appeal.
Notice: Pets First Group adoption event to be held on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at NICO PET Kasukabe store
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Pets First Group will hold an adoption event on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at NICO PET Kasukabe store inside Super Viva Home Kasukabe. The event aims to provide more opportunities for pets awaiting adoption to meet new families. Visitors can meet the pets and consult with veterinarians and care staff.
A love story about a prince who fights fate after realizing his fiancée has gone back in time: “The Story of a Villainess Who Has Rewound Time and a Prince Who Realizes It” (manga: Togata Gato; original story: Kyoseki Sasaki) begins serialization on Comic BREEZE
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Kill Time Communication has begun publishing the one-shot manga “The Story of a Villainess Who Has Rewound Time and a Prince Who Realizes It” on its web comic label Comic BREEZE. The manga is by Togata Gato, with the original story by Kyoseki Sasaki.
“Hayamichi” by MINA blue, an independent leather brand with 13 years in the leather industry, wins one of the world’s 3 major design awards
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“Hayamichi,” a leather wallet by independent leather brand MINA blue, based in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, has won the iF design award 2026. Established in Germany in 1953, the award is an internationally prestigious design prize; in 2026, it received more than 10,000 entries from 68 countries. Representative Takeo Sakai has 13 years of experience in the leather industry. The product features a single-piece leather construction with minimal stitching and “aged chrome leather,” developed jointly with Hashimoto Leatherworks.
“Neko Musubi” adds breeder comparison tool — compare up to 3 breeders side by side by living environment, health management and rating score
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株式会社Mycat has added a comparison tool to its AI cat breeder-matching service “Neko Musubi,” allowing users to compare breeder conditions side by side. The tool compares up to 3 breeders on factors including their living environment, health management and cat breeds handled, and displays the results visually in a radar chart. It helps people welcoming a cat for the first time decide what criteria to use when choosing a breeder.
Broadcast and streaming begin tonight! Cast members, including Morita of Saraba Seishun no Hikari and Iguchi of Westland, gather for “Evidence Police Walkerplus TV”; comments arrive from cast members asking, “Is this a prank?”
Learn about the key points for FY2027 entrance exams! Experience the appeal of 10 faculties and 1 interdisciplinary program! Kyoto Sangyo University to hold its spring open campus
“International Women’s Day Commemorative 1252 Dialogue” to be held in Yokohama, with athletes including Toshiro Hirose, Natsumi Tsunoda and Mari Amimoto taking the stage
Area map unveiled for Orion Island Waves -Beachside Music Festival-! The event will be held over 2 days, April 18 (Sat.) and 19 (Sun.), 2026, at the outdoor special venue on Senagajima, Okinawa Prefecture
Want to grill meat at home, but concerned about smoke, odors and splattering oil? The “Premium Muen Grill” addresses those concerns and goes on presale on Makuake starting April 25
Special collaboration items from “jouetie” and “MINAMI” available for preorder starting Friday, April 10
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MARK STYLER-operated women’s brand jouetie has announced a collaboration with YouTuber MINAMI. Preorders begin April 10 on the official online store RUNWAY channel and ZOZOTOWN. The collaboration includes 5 styles, such as a glitter sweatshirt set and a lace bolero, priced from 6,930 yen (tax included) to 9,900 yen (tax included). The items are scheduled to go on general sale in mid-May 2026.
[Fuji TV] A song written specifically for “Yokohama DeNA BayStars L!VE 2026,” Nanase Aikawa’s “Challengers,” chosen as the broadcast theme song! To be performed for the first time during the season-opening game broadcast at 18:00 today, Friday, March 27
Establishes a distribution network in Singapore and begins full-scale rollout this spring; exhibits at the “Emperor’s Birthday Reception” hosted by the Embassy of Japan in Singapore
Snow Peak’s first managed fishing area, “Nakanogawa Designated Fishing Ground,” opens in Kochi Prefecture on April 1! Reservations and ticket issuance for digital fishing permits begin on the “FISH PASS” app
[Held April 25] An online seminar on schizophrenia treatment and its options, exploring treatment, concerns and questions together with family members and people living with the condition
KMS updates its business efficiency service powered by AI agents; adds 5 new AI models from Azure AI Foundry, including “GPT-5.4”
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KMS has added 5 models to “KMS AI Solutions” using Azure AI Foundry: “GPT-5.3-Chat,” “GPT-5.4,” “GPT-5.4-Pro,” “GPT-5.4-mini” and “GPT-5.4-nano.” Users can choose the best model for their needs and business requirements, from prioritizing accuracy to handling large volumes of work. The service also supports RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) and can connect to external services such as Microsoft Teams, Box and SharePoint.
Flyway Games to globally release new game “Ascend to ZERO” on July 13!
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KRAFTON subsidiary Flyway Games has announced that its new action roguelike “Ascend to ZERO” will officially launch worldwide on Monday, July 13. The game combines fast-paced battles with roguelike elements through a unique time-stopping mechanic. It will be playable on Xbox Series X|S, PC and Steam, among other platforms, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from launch day.
ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG POP UP STORE to be held at The Stage, 1st floor, Isetan Shinjuku Main Building, from April 15, 2026
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ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG will hold a POP UP STORE at The Stage on the 1st floor of the Isetan Shinjuku Main Building from April 15 to April 21, 2026. The store will feature clothing and special items from the 2026 Spring/Summer collection, created in collaboration with contemporary artist Takahiro Iwasaki, as well as works by the artist. New items including “PERLA GLITTER” and “TESOLO” will debut at the event, while “LUCCHETTO Ⅱ” will go on sale early. A “Wire Bag Clinic” will also be open during the event, and the first customers who spend 55,000 yen or more, including tax, will receive an original tote bag as a gift.
“VOLT” adds a tool to compare quotes from multiple companies—AI automatically analyzes missing or excess line items and price differences
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Mycat Inc. has added a “Quote Comparison Tool” to its AI quotation platform “VOLT,” enabling users to compare quotes from up to 3 companies. Using AI, the tool automatically analyzes missing or excess line items and price differences in quotes from web production companies. By entering details such as the total price, number of pages, design fees, CMS setup fees and maintenance costs, users can get a standardized comparison table, advice on missing items and a comparison of total costs over 1 year. The tool helps users make decisions about web production quotes and supports their commissioning process.
Hotel staff who know the area well connect the town with travelers through their “staff picks” cards | “AMANEK MACHI FAVE” launches at all Hotel Amanek locations
SINIS for X launches “Trend Quiz,” a new feature that lets social media managers learn about trends and posting tips in just a few minutes per 1 day
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Originalテテマーチは、X分析・運用支援ツール「SINIS for X」において、新機能「トレンドクイズ」を2026年3月26日にリリースする。本機能はAI(Grok)が前日のXトレンドデータをもとにクイズを生成し、トレンドが起きた背景やSNS活用のヒントを解説するコンテンツである。企業のSNS担当者が、1日数分のクイズを通じてトレンド理解と投稿ノウハウを効率的に学習できるよう支援する。
2 days bringing together XR and next-generation tech creators! Applications open for Parareal Creators at “VketReal 2026 Summer”!
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HIKKY will hold “VketReal 2026 Summer” on July 25 and 26, 2026, at 2 venues: Belle Salle Akihabara and online (VRChat). It has also opened applications for Parareal Creator exhibitors. Exhibiting at the in-person venue in Akihabara is free, while the online venue costs 2,000 yen. The application deadline is April 13, 2026. The previous event, “VketReal 2025 Winter,” drew more than 30,000 visitors.
Fukaya Kanko Bus welcomes its first 19-year-old charter bus driver
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Fukaya Kanko Bus has appointed Hibiki Akiyama as a 19-year-old charter large bus driver, a first for the country. Born in 2006, Akiyama is scheduled to begin driving charter buses solo after April this year. The company is also a member of the Fukaya Autonomous Driving Consortium, working with Saitama Institute of Technology and operating autonomous buses. Akiyama is undergoing training with the goal of becoming a designated safety officer for specific autonomous operations in the future.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) announces the 2025 Cozzarelli Prize papers, selecting 6 outstanding papers that contribute to the advancement of science
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USACO announced that the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) has named 6 papers as winners of the 2025 Cozzarelli Prize. The award recognizes 1 outstanding paper in each of 6 scientific disciplines based on the organizational structure of the NAS. Of the 6 winning papers for 2025, 5 are available as open-access papers. USACO is PNAS's exclusive journal subscription agent in Japan.
Oshicoco's “Oshikatsu Cancellation Insurance” wins the 12th Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance Award
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“Oshikatsu Cancellation Insurance,” developed jointly by Oshicoco Inc. and Mysurance Inc., has won the 12th Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance Award, presented by the Japan Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance Association. Winners are selected based on originality, innovation and responsiveness to consumer needs. The product was recognized for addressing the modern risk of having to cancel a trip to see one's favorite performer, its easy-to-understand design with affordable premiums, and its innovative marketing approach.
[Heiwado] Signs its first top partner agreement with Reilac Shiga FC
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Heiwado Co., Ltd. has signed its first top partner agreement with professional soccer club Reilac Shiga FC, which has joined the Meiji Yasuda J3 League, for the 2026-27 season. Last year, Heiwado sponsored a promotion/relegation playoff match that determined whether the club would enter the J3. Under the new agreement, Heiwado will support the club through activities including signage at home games and events, and aims to revitalize local communities through the power of sports. Reilac Shiga FC is the first J.League-affiliated club in Shiga Prefecture, and its home stadium is Heiwado HATO Stadium.
The grand menu at Hamayaki Uoman Omoromachi Station Front in Okinawa Prefecture is getting a makeover! To celebrate the menu revamp, a “half-price drinks sale” will run for 2 days only!
April 24 (Fri.): AndTech to hold a Zoom course on “Fundamentals of electrolytic synthesis technologies using CO₂ electroreduction and electrochemical N2 fixation, and technologies for high efficiency and durability — Potential for syngas production, green ammonia and inexpensive catalysts”
Special stages announced for 3 popular works! The drama “Saba Can, Uchū e Iku,” the film “New Theatrical Edition☆Sgt. Frog: Back from the Dead and Straight Into a Crisis of Earth's Destruction!,” and the reality dating show “I Fell in Love Today.”
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Award Inc. will hold “Rakuten GirlsAward 2026 SPRING/SUMMER” at the National Yoyogi Gymnasium First Gymnasium on April 18, 2026. The event will feature special stages for the drama “Saba Can, Uchū e Iku,” the film “New Theatrical Edition☆Sgt. Frog: Back from the Dead and Straight Into a Crisis of Earth's Destruction!,” and “I Fell in Love Today.” Tickets are sold out for all seats.
Former politician Shinji Ishimaru and other unconventional cast members join the lineup! New original dating show “Renai Byōin” sees “adults who have forgotten serious love” face each other honestly; set to air on ABEMA from 10 p.m. on Thursday, April 2!
Exhibition celebrating the series' 10th anniversary! “Musical ‘Hetalia’ 10th Anniversary Museum” to open at hmv museums in Tokyo and Osaka in sequence from May 23, 2026!
Held at 5 locations nationwide! Plant seedlings and harvest in fall: applications open for La Poire Farm's “Sweet Potato Stock Owner Program” planting event, a popular hands-on experience with more than 50,000 subscriptions to date
Watami Energy begins supplying electricity in Shikoku Electric Power's service area — With electricity supply now available nationwide except Okinawa, the company is further accelerating its RE100 initiative
“Tips for making sales” and “reasons sales aren't happening” at a glance — Zig-Zag launches a new “Shop Dashboard” feature that visualizes challenges in overseas sales and lost sales opportunities
[Major survey of 7,600 Simeji users] 90% have used “incorrect honorifics.” About 60% of managers say the honorifics used by new employees feel awkward.
No editing experience needed. Try completing 1 video on the spot with AI | Video editing seminar to be held in Fukuoka on Wednesday, April 15 [Free admission | First 5 participants]
SYLA HD announces earnings briefings for individual and institutional investors
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SYLA Technologies Co., Ltd. (inferred from the domain name, taking the company name change into account) announced that it will hold earnings briefings for individual and institutional investors. The article does not provide details such as the dates, times or format.