98% participant satisfaction! One of Japan’s largest educational events returns this year: “Minecraft Town-Building!!—Summer Independent Research by 1000 Elementary School Students, 2026”
Joining the forefront of financial DX: Cutting the time needed to digitize form data to 20% of the previous level and taking part in a financial institutions’ generative AI agent collaboration project. Yuko Honda discusses 30 years of philosophy on “a workplace culture that grows by learning from failure”
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Birds Information Science Laboratory has joined a generative AI agent collaboration project led by a major vendor and financial institutions. The company offers DX solutions, including plugins that use its proprietary AI-OCR technology to cut form digitization time by 80%. Built on the twin pillars of SI and BPO businesses, it continues to achieve stable growth through research and development and direct transactions.
New app launches! Digital collectible card app “デジコレッタ!” for collecting things you love to launch for iOS and Android on March 26, 2026
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CyberStep Inc. released the smartphone app “デジコレッタ!” for iOS and Android on March 26, 2026. Users select and open card packs to collect digital cards. The app supports Japanese, English and Traditional Chinese. Card packs featuring a variety of content are planned for the future.
Expanding the wheelchair rental service that lets users take wheelchairs out of the station~“Wheelchair Rental Service by ベビカル” now available at Harborland Station~
“Record the present, and listen to, see and feel the voices of the community”: Photomatic self-photo booths to feature in an experiential promotion for “OIMACHI TRACKS,” a mixed-use complex opening in front of Oimachi Station
Parade with your dog through a field of 550,000 nemophila flowers! A dog event where you can enjoy attractions and a market with your pet will be held at Soleil Hill in Yokosuka on April 25 (Sat.) and 26 (Sun.).
Hotel industry first: trial of the “cellar-aged vacuum-sealed sake” service begins at Grand XIV Hatsu Island
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Resorttrust has launched a proof-of-concept trial of its “蔵出し真空酒” service at Grand XIV Hatsushima, in collaboration with Inter Holdings, Plat’Home and Mitsubishi HC Capital. The trial will serve sake using a vacuum server at a hotel bar and assess operations and data collection through IT/IoT. The service is the first of its kind in the hotel industry, with full-scale availability targeted for after April 2026 and plans to develop it as a new model for distributing and serving sake.
[Online medical consultation survey] 1 in 2 people have experienced “dropout” (discontinuing in-person visits). What is “online medical consultation,” supported by 80% of those who have received medical care?
Prevent “Did you put it up?”, “Did you take it down?” and “I forgot!”: Launch of “poschanCONNECT,” a poster display planning management system focused on instructions to put up and remove notices
Niigata-based マコー begins work to eliminate reliance on skilled workers in core component manufacturing, using subsidies
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Wet blasting equipment maker マコー has been selected for the Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy Program. It will introduce automated machinery combining AI vision and robots into the finishing and inspection processes for urethane parts, which had relied on skilled workers. The company aims to eliminate dependence on individual workers and improve productivity, strengthening its production base toward its 2027 sales target of 4.5 billion yen.
[Next-generation AI workspace Genspark, from Silicon Valley] Setagaya Ward becomes the first local government in Japan to adopt “Genspark,” accelerating workplace reform by supporting end-to-end operations
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Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, will become the first local government in Japan to adopt “Genspark,” a next-generation AI workspace from Silicon Valley. Staff need only specify the “objective and desired outcome,” and AI will autonomously break down tasks and handle everything from information gathering to document creation. The trial will begin with 70 staff members, including those in the department responsible for promoting DX. A future rollout across the entire ward is expected to save up to several hundred million yen worth of staff time annually.
[Sold out 1 day after reservations opened] Launch event held for “草分(くさわけ),” a new-generation sake that supports new beginnings. The story behind the assemblage created with a historic sake brewery will also be revealed!
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threaF, a gift shop operated by Hita Shokai LLC, held a launch event for “草分(くさわけ),” a sake jointly developed with the historic Matsuoka Jozo brewery. The sake is characterized by a fruity flavor created using a wine assemblage technique, and all 237 bottles sold out 1 day after reservations opened. The event featured stories about the product’s development and a talk session with the president of Matsuoka Jozo.
Survey on the “living circumstances” of single residents in the Tokyo metropolitan area, Part 21: Survey on delivery services for people living alone
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FJ Next Holdings Co., Ltd. surveyed 400 single residents in their 20s and 30s living in the Tokyo metropolitan area about delivery services. “A few times a month” was the most common frequency of use, but more than half said they “do not use” delivery services. “In person” was the most common way to receive deliveries, although those preferring contactless delivery also exceeded 60%. Receiving deliveries when away from home was seen as an advantage of leaving packages at the door, while concerns about theft were strongly viewed as a drawback.
Fourdays sponsors Yokohama DeNA BayStars’ 2026 “Home Run Signboard Hit Award” sponsor program
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Fourdays Co., Ltd. will sponsor the “Home Run Signboard Hit Award” at Yokohama DeNA BayStars official games. If a home run ball hits the company’s advertisement on the center-field scoreboard at Yokohama Stadium, the player responsible will receive 1 million yen and a 1-year supply of the nucleic acid drink “Natural DN Collagen.” The company has supported the team as an official sponsor since 2019.
Farmers, companies and businesses met through BIKAS CAMPING CAR’s nationwide travels gather at “MUJI Tokyo Ariake”! First appearance at “四季祭 春,” an event to be held on April 18 (Sat.), 2026
Tokyu Group companies are taking part and continuing community-based activities with local residents! “Tokyu-kai” Monthly Activities TOPICS: March Issue
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In February 2026, Tokyu-kai carried out 6 community contribution activities across 23 districts nationwide and 4 overseas districts, including Ibaraki Tokyu-kai and Tama Tokyu-kai. Ibaraki Tokyu-kai held the 24th Ibaraki Prefecture Moms’ Volleyball Spring Tournament, while Tama Tokyu-kai held the 8th Asia University Community Family Concert. Tokyu-kai chapters in each district continue to strengthen ties with local communities through sports promotion and cultural and artistic activities while fostering camaraderie. Activities such as motorcycle skills workshops and environmental volunteering are planned for April.
Screenings begin for 4 projection mapping works created by students who will lead the next generation of video production
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government began screening 4 new projection mapping works created by students on the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 Main Building on March 27. The students created the works after receiving about 3 months of guidance from leading creators. The screenings are part of the TOKYO Night & Light initiative, which has been recognized by Guinness World Records as a permanent projection mapping display.
株式会社AIアバター conducts survey on attitudes toward “anxieties about starting a new life and seeking advice”; findings show that about 80% “do not consult anyone”
Dog treat brand “ShinShin” goes nationwide from Niigata!
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“ShinShin,” a dog treat brand developed by 株式会社バイタルKSK, is beginning a full-scale nationwide rollout from Niigata. The move appears aimed at raising brand awareness and expanding sales channels.
[Kawasaki Factory Nightscape Photography Tour] Special photo session at normally off-limits locations, with a talk by factory nightscape photographer Hidemichi Aoki and ニコンイメージングジャパン [On sale now]
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Meitetsu World Travel will hold a Kawasaki Factory Nightscape Photography Tour on April 24, 2026. The tour includes a talk by photographer Hidemichi Aoki, a loan of Nikon mirrorless cameras, and a photography experience at locations that are normally off-limits. The price is ¥8,900 including tax, and the minimum number of participants is 25. Dinner (a boxed meal) will be provided.
Fukushima BAR arrives at JR Tokyo Station, offering a chance to experience Fukushima’s local sake with all 5 senses! 6 sake breweries to explore through manga, and chance encounters.
Taking on “space business” that can revitalize local communities! “Community development concepts” proposed to spaceport-related companies
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The “University Course Seminar” at Sogo Gakuin Technos College conducted research in Taiki Town, Hokkaido, on the theme of space business and presented its findings in January 2026. Students presented business plans for regional revitalization centered on a spaceport to corporate and local government representatives. Participating companies rated the plans as highly feasible.
Japan’s largest design and art festival, “DESIGNART TOKYO 2026,” set to take place! The theme for this year’s 10th edition is “Hibiki”
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“DESIGNART TOKYO 2026,” one of Japan’s largest design and art festivals, will be held. The theme for the milestone 10th edition is “Hibiki.” The festival is scheduled to take place at venues across Tokyo from October 30 to November 8, 2026. Entries for exhibitors are now being accepted.
Cloudera’s World Backup Day recommendations: Redefine backup and security from the perspective of “AI economics”
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Cloudera株式会社 has urged organizations to redefine backup and security from the perspective of “AI economics” as data volumes surge. It says excessive data protection increases costs and infrastructure burdens, creating a “double cost” that can also undermine AI reliability. The company stresses the importance of selective data protection based on governance and regular testing.
Obtained certification for the international standard “ISO/IEC 27001” for information security management systems (ISMS)
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一般財団法人GovTech東京 obtained certification for the ISMS international standard “ISO/IEC 27001:2022+Amd 1:2024” as of March 4, 2026. The scope covers the development, operation, and maintenance of application software related to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s official app. The organization says it will continue to improve its information security management to enhance the reliability of digital services.
[“Housewives’ smiles” will energize Japan.] Forest Adventure backs the message of “Shufu Senryu 2026.” A special prize will be awarded, with winners receiving an “extraordinary adventure”!
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Forest Adventure has established the special “Forest Adventure Award” for “Shufu Senryu 2026,” run by ビースタイルメディア’s “Shufu JOB.” Winners will receive an “extraordinary adventure” at an outdoor park operated by the company. Forest Adventure currently operates parks at 45 locations nationwide. Since its founding, the Be Style Group has created jobs for more than 200,000 homemakers in total.
Competitive-bidding appraisal service Selca earns a customer satisfaction score of 4.7. More than 4,400 reviews attest to its combination of “high sale prices” and “thorough support from sales advisors”
[FOOD Exhibition 2026] Digitally transforming the “front lines” of the food industry. Exhibitor applications now open! Accelerating the real-world deployment of automation and DX solutions. [FOOD-DX]
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The FOOD Exhibition 2026, a multi-sector trade show for the food industry, will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from November 11 to 13, 2026. With “FOOD-DX” as a key theme to address labor shortages and soaring raw material costs, the event is inviting exhibitors with the latest solutions, including AI and robotics. Companies that apply early by March 31, 2026, will receive free placement for either a web banner ad or a venue map ad, normally priced at ¥110,000 including tax.
Photographer Mariko Ohya’s solo exhibition “Inner Garden” will inaugurate OSAJI(オサジ)’s first gallery. Opens Saturday, April 25, 2026, at “お匙 京都” in Kyoto.
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“お匙 京都,” the concept store of sensitive-skin brand OSAJI, will open the “Cultivate Gallery” on April 25, 2026. Photographer Mariko Ohya’s solo exhibition “Inner Garden” will inaugurate the gallery, running from April 25 to May 10, 2026. Admission is free. Yusuke Yamagiwa is in charge of the exhibition design.
Comfortable skin, all day long. AIRism innerwear that cares for everyone’s skin. New AIRism with enhanced odor-control features and new items with UV protection are now available
The Builders Point rewards service for construction workers has been selected for “Japan’s Service Innovation 2025”
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Ribasta Inc.’s “Builders Point,” a points service for construction workers, has been selected for “Japan’s Service Innovation 2025.” The service, which allows general contractors to award points directly to skilled workers, was recognized for helping energize construction sites. Points can be awarded for activities such as safety initiatives.
National Institute of Biomedical Innovation, Health and Nutrition: National Institute of Health and Nutrition Seminar to be held
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The National Institute of Biomedical Innovation, Health and Nutrition will hold the National Institute of Health and Nutrition Seminar in Osaka on May 9, 2026. The theme is “Building a Vibrant Community Through Nutrition and Exercise,” and the event is planned in a hybrid format. The latest findings on creating healthy communities will be shared through a keynote address and presentations of related research results.
Earth hacks and Kanagawa Prefecture encourage decarbonization actions by approximately 1 million people through the “Kanagawa CO2CO2 Point+” program
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Earth hacks and Kanagawa Prefecture ran the “Kanagawa CO2CO2 Point+” campaign, which awarded bonus points for purchasing decarbonized products. Approximately 1 million people participated, achieving a CO2 reduction of 500.9 metric tons. In response to the results, guidelines for awarding decarbonization points were also published for local governments and businesses.
Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announces “Best Shot of the Year” for the “Baseball News Photography Exhibition 2025”!
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The “Best Shot of the Year,” chosen by visitor vote, has been announced for the “Baseball News Photography Exhibition 2025,” co-hosted by the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and the Tokyo Press Photographers Association. The No. 1 selection was “World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto,” photographed by Keita Iijima of Yomiuri Shimbun. A total of 3,789 votes were cast, and the top works will be displayed in the museum’s entrance hall.
LAPRAS revamps “Salary Analysis,” making it easier to intuitively understand market rates and appropriate salaries
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LAPRAS has revamped the salary prediction feature of its LAPRAS job-change service for engineers. The new design makes it easier to intuitively understand market rates and users’ positions, including comparisons of offer salaries for people with the same years of experience and an overview of job openings. New features also visualize the skills needed for a desired salary and show matching job listings. The service is provided by a company established on May 11, 2016, with capital of 389,138,200 yen.
“Minamiuonuma Matchbox,” supporting local employment in Minamiuonuma City, enters its 4th year following 3 years of results, including more than 350 hires per month on average
“Oyatsu TIMES” celebrates its 10th anniversary! Sales begin for “Aomori Apples and Mixed Nuts, Black Pepper Flavor,” “Yamagata Salami with Yonezawa Beef,” and the “10th Anniversary Limited BOX”!
“AFTERNOON TEA with MORIZO TEA Sweet Selection,” featuring new spring sweets, and a new grapefruit flavor of shaved ice supervised by Shugetsudo are coming.
“Spring Traffic Safety Campaign” to be held in conjunction with the Reiwa 8 Spring National Traffic Safety Campaign
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Autobacs Seven will hold a “Spring Traffic Safety Campaign” in conjunction with the Reiwa 8 Spring National Traffic Safety Campaign. The article consists only of images, so details such as the campaign’s specific dates, content and participating stores are unclear.
Leadership that moves the world starts in Osaka now! Winners announced for “BizCon OSAKA 2025,” where startups and growing companies take on the challenge!
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The final presentations for the business plan competition “BizCon OSAKA 2025” were held at Osaka Business Development Agency on March 25, 2026. Following judging, Tanitomoriei (Midori) won an award in the startup category, and Ishito Kota (iDevice) won an award in the renovator category. In addition to prize money from special sponsor Amagasaki Shinkin Bank, the winners will receive business support from the organizers.
HPE accelerates secure, scalable AI in production through new innovations with NVIDIA
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HPE announced an expansion of its enterprise AI factories and new AI storage and networking products, developed through joint engineering with NVIDIA. HPE Private Cloud AI, which supports AI adoption, now includes configurations scalable to up to 128 GPUs and support for air-gapped environments. New AI solutions for retail, healthcare and manufacturing have also been introduced, along with Alletra Storage MP X10000, which accelerates AI data pipelines.
Y.K. Planning appoints Hiroki Koike and Junko Yamamoto as outside auditors
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Y.K. Planning Inc. announced the appointment of Hiroki Koike and Junko Yamamoto as new outside auditors. The article consists only of images, so details such as their backgrounds and appointment dates are unclear.
“KAIKA TOKYO AWARD 2026” announces winning works, discovering talented artists at KAIKA Tokyo by THE SHARE HOTELS, where art storage and a hotel come together
Technoa, a provider of production management and DX solutions, will exhibit at the 11th Design and Manufacturing Solutions Expo [Nagoya]
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Technoa Inc., which works in production management and DX, announced that it will exhibit at the 11th Design and Manufacturing Solutions Expo [Nagoya]. The article consists only of images, so details such as the exhibits and booth number are unclear.
Technoa, a provider of production management and DX solutions, will exhibit at the 4th Manufacturing ODM/EMS Expo [Nagoya]
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Technoa Inc., which works in production management and DX, announced that it will exhibit at the 4th Manufacturing ODM/EMS Expo [Nagoya]. The article consists only of images, so details such as the exhibits and booth number are unclear.
Enjoy large, sweet seasonal Yayoi Hime strawberries at their best: “Breakfast Strawberry Fair” to be held at the restaurant on the 16th floor of Ginza’s only tower hotel
First in the hotel industry: Grand XIV Hatsushima begins trial operation of its “cellar-aged vacuum-sealed sake” service—delivering the original aroma and flavor of unpasteurized sake to guests as if freshly opened. Operational procedures, promotion and data use will be tested ahead of a full launch in April 2026.
Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2026 announces its 28th edition under the theme “Cinema Engineering” [Tokyo venue: May 25 (Mon.)–June 10 (Wed.) / Online venue: through June 30 (Tue.)]
A glass dessert combining the sweet-tart flavor of cherries with a milky taste, and a crisp croissant baked with dried cherries mixed in, are coming in the “Cherry Sweets & Bread Collection” to celebrate early summer
[Anniversary celebration] Kobe Portopia Hotel × átoa — An afternoon tea set inspired by átoa’s distinctive world
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Kobe Portopia Hotel, marking its 45th anniversary, and AQUARIUM×ART átoa, marking its 5th anniversary, will offer a collaborative afternoon tea set from April 27 to June 28, 2026. It will be served at the Bellcœur Tea Lounge on the 1st floor of the main building of Kobe Portopia Hotel, priced at 5,500 yen, including tax and service charge. Items include “Planet Cake ~PLANETS~,” inspired by átoa’s exhibit tanks, and “Cherry Cake ~MIYABI~.”
Dell Technologies announces enhanced cybersecurity and cyber resilience capabilities to address new threats posed by AI and quantum computing
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Dell Technologies announced on March 23, 2026, that it would introduce quantum-resistant security features on business PCs and strengthen AI-powered cyber resilience capabilities. The updates include Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, with an AI-powered assistant, and PowerProtect Data Domain DD3410, scheduled to become available on April 15, 2026, which accelerates backups by up to 2 times. The company will also expand its MDR services to unstructured data and AI environments, and begin offering an EDR-only option on April 16, 2026.
A global survey of pet owners found gaps in their understanding of parasite risks, highlighting the importance of guidance and advice on appropriate parasite prevention
Collaboration items from Ungrid and MERCURYDUO with AMPHI to go on sale Friday, April 24
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MARK STYLER’s Ungrid and MERCURYDUO will release collaboration items with Wacoal’s AMPHI on April 24, 2026. The items will be sold through RUNWAY channel, ZOZOTOWN and the Wacoal Web Store, among other outlets, with advance reservations starting March 26. The collection will feature 4 styles, including tops with built-in cups and dresses. A campaign will also give away collaboration mirrors to customers who purchase eligible items.
Official event for SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 to be held, co-hosted by Nulab and OASIS FUND
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Nulab’s new business creation program Nu Source and OASIS FUND will co-host a partner event for SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 on April 28, 2026. The event will take place at Nulab’s Tokyo office and focus on service development and business scaling in the AI era. Nulab CEO Masanori Hashimoto and OASIS FUND Managing Partner Kazuhide Hashida will speak, sharing practical insights.
A deep dive into Wes Anderson’s use of color. Visual book Wes Anderson’s Color Palette, featuring color palettes from 17 films, to be released in April
Japan’s first specialist outpatient department for side effects and complications associated with cancer treatment, the Supportive Care Department, established
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Shizuoka Cancer Center established Japan’s first specialist outpatient department, the Supportive Care Department, on April 1, 2026. Through multidisciplinary collaboration, the department offers 5 specialist outpatient services: self-care support, lymphedema, cachexia, oral care, and skin and nail disorders. It provides specialized, advanced supportive care based on scientific evidence for cancer patients experiencing side effects and complications. The department also welcomes patients receiving cancer treatment at other hospitals and patients with complex cases, helping improve their quality of life (QOL).
In its 5th year, the Ruinart Japan Award 2025 winner Sari Shibata to hold a solo exhibition at KYOTOGRAPHIE 2026, from April 18 (Saturday) to May 17 (Sunday) at ASPHODEL in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City
[BS Nippon TV] On the milestone of its 3,000th broadcast, anchor Kenta Migimatsu and commentator Toshiyuki Ito interview Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi aboard the destroyer Teruzuki
[Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa] Take a peek behind the scenes at an aquarium, inspired by Animal Care Day (April 19)! A discovery-filled 14 days of fun learning about the work of animal care staff and the role of aquariums: Animal Care Day Week
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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa will hold Animal Care Day Week, a 14-day event offering a fun way to learn about the work and role of aquariums, around Animal Care Day (April 19). The article consists only of images, so specific dates and details are unclear.
JR Shinagawa Station’s ecute Shinagawa to hold breakfast fair Start! Morning at ecute Shinagawa! A variety of Shinagawa-exclusive menu items will be available, including a hot dog with a thick sausage and a Thai-style rice porridge bento
On sale March 26: Only in the kitchen 1 time a week? Make weekday meals easier with Registered Dietitian Osugi’s Make-Ahead Freezer Meals for a Healthier Body
Dresser, the new-build condominium brand, to make a 10-year free warranty on housing equipment standard for all units in properties handed over from fiscal 2026 onward
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Tokyu Land Corporation will make a 10-year free warranty on housing equipment standard for every unit in its Dresser new-build condominium properties handed over from fiscal 2026 onward. It will also offer the dedicated Dresser Support app to streamline repair requests and document management. Under certain conditions, the warranty can be transferred to the next purchaser, supporting long-term home ownership.