Cosmetics brand SHIRO will launch the limited-edition fragrance LIMITED PERFUME SUEDE MEMORIES. No details are provided in the article; the announcement consists of the headline and an image.
CyberLink’s FaceMe® Security supports VIA Technologies’ ACS-5000 access control device, enabling strict entry management through fast edge AI facial recognition and spoofing prevention
【New Product】Make the most of your cooking space with the easy-to-use, semicircular atomico Dirt-Resistant Semicircular Cutting Board
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The new atomico Dirt-Resistant Semicircular Cutting Board features a semicircular shape designed to make efficient use of cooking space. Ease of use is one of its key features.
【The Kahala Hotel & Resort Yokohama】Weaving the memory of a region into the present. Shun Ono, assistant head chef at Japanese restaurant Kaiseki, wins the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award in the Local Cuisine Division of the 35th National Japanese Cuisine Competition
Korean and Chinese brands currently in the spotlight gather at BUYMA studio in Shibuya, Tokyo, for ASIA NEXT TREND POP-UP, running March 31 (Tuesday)–April 11 (Saturday)
Kyoto City and note partner to build a community of fans for Kyoto using posts by residents and travelers and AI analysis! note’s first model for local governments
Notice to owners of the SMARTCOBY Ex01 SLIM Qi2 & Cable: free replacement with the successor model SMARTCOBY Ex04 Wireless2.2 CABLE SS5K and information on repurchasing
Times Spa Resta, an urban spa for adults in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, to hold a collaboration event where visitors can experience SHIRORU, Japan’s No. 1 facial cleanser by domestic sales for 3 consecutive years
The cover and lead gravure feature of Weekly Shonen Champion issue 17, on sale March 26 (Thursday), is Aoi Mizobata-chan♡ The issue includes a double-sided BIG poster and a limited QUO Card offer open to all applicants!
KANEBO takes on the challenge of complex skin conditions marked by both stickiness and dryness. Kanebo Skin Conductor is a lightweight moisturizer with a fresh, penetrating feel that balances water and oil and helps prevent rough skin.
All Chiba Lotte Marines home games in the 2026 season will be broadcast live on CS channel Nippon TV NEWS24! Plus, a new feature by 黒木芽依 will kick off 30 minutes before each game!
Nagasaki University, CCCマーケティング総研, 長崎市, エヌタス and DMO NAGASAKI hold the 4th industry-academia-government partnership lecture for regional revitalization in Nagasaki
Could flower stands be a new catalyst? The flower shop market is worth 225 billion yen, up for the first time in 2 years; event demand is strong thanks to their special feel, and growth is expected to continue as they tap into experience-based spending
【TAC public service exam prep】Online broadcast on Wednesday, April 8, 2026! “A homeroom instructor speaks: What gives TAC students an edge?—Which course to choose if you’re starting public service exam prep now”
40 years after the Agnes controversy over bringing children to work… Has the workplace changed? Rethinking how to build a society where people can safely have and raise children while working
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Gakken Holdings Inc. has published content examining today’s workplace, 40 years after the Agnes controversy over bringing children to work. It invites readers to consider how to build a society where people can safely have and raise children while working.
【After cats, now dogs!】Eating poop!? Why do they sniff bottoms!? The “Dog Language Dictionary” is out, using 4-panel comics to explain the reasons behind dogs’ mysterious behaviors, what they’re really feeling and traits by breed!
Preorders open for goods from Hatsune Miku’s “Hello” live show, “デコミクLIVE starring 初音ミク『Hello』Produced by DECO*27 / OTOIRO” × Karaoke no Tetsujin! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original merchandise
Streamline information sharing and project management in manufacturing. Exhibiting at the 11th Manufacturing World Nagoya, April 8 (Wed.)–10 (Fri.), 2026
【Is sake made only from sake rice?】“Yasaka no Sake Kotobuki,” a junmai daiginjo made with edible rice “Nikomaru” polished to 40%, launches from Aichi’s 渡辺酒造
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Aichi-based 渡辺酒造 will launch “寿,” a junmai daiginjo made from edible rice “Nikomaru” polished to a 40% rice-polishing ratio, on April 15, 2026. Edible rice has traditionally been considered unsuitable for high polishing because it is hard and prone to breaking, but the brewery’s polishing-technique innovation has brought together the distinctive umami of table rice and the aroma of daiginjo. For the time being, sales will be limited in quantity to existing customers and official members, with no general distribution.
“MARREA,” a brand gaining popularity less than 1 year after arriving in Japan, is holding a pop-up at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store through March 31
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“MARREA,” a brand gaining popularity less than 1 year after arriving in Japan, is holding a pop-up at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store. The limited-time event runs through March 31.
Signs naming rights agreement with Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture
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Sanki Engineering Co., Ltd. has signed a naming rights sponsorship agreement for Yamato Sports Center, owned by Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Starting April 1, the venue’s name will change to “Sanki MIRAI Sports Center Yamato,” among other changes. The company has deepened its ties with the community since opening its Sagami Plant, and will further promote coexistence with the local community through this agreement.
Next-generation business PCs featuring Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 3 processors and compliant with the Intel vPro® platform announced
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Intel has announced next-generation business PCs featuring Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 3 processors and compliant with the Intel vPro® platform. The information was shared as a news highlight.
Maizuru City revises and republishes its “Pediatric Medical Care Pamphlet” for the first time in 2 years
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The Maizuru Regional Medical Care Promotion Council has revised its pediatric medical care pamphlet, “What Should I Do in This Situation?,” for the first time in 2 years. The booklet covers responses to sudden illness at night and emergencies, and now includes guidance on constipation and heatstroke. It is being distributed at medical institutions in the city, and a digital version is also available on the website.
〈A smartphone subscription you can use in the cloud!? Try it at our booth〉NTT Resonant Technology to exhibit at Japan IT Week Spring 2026’s Software Contract Development and Development Support Show!
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NTT Resonant Technology Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the Software Contract Development and Development Support Show at Japan IT Week Spring 2026. Visitors can try services at the booth, including a smartphone subscription service accessible through the cloud.
A contest to predict the outcomes of every bout at RISE ELDORADO 2026 will be held on the sports prediction app Nandora! The main event is a grudge match: the world bantamweight title bout, Shiro vs. 大﨑孔稀
Tokyo Disneyland®’s “Minnie’s Style Studio” becomes a picture book! The book features specially shot photos by Tokyo Disney Resort®’s official photographers!
Construction schedules that take 2 weeks to create can now be produced in as little as 15 minutes. The full version of “Kencopa Schedule AI Agent,” which reads design documents and generates schedules, is now available
A thorough comparison of 4 major AI editors, including the widely discussed “Claude Code”—the AI-Driven Development Association will hold 3 free seminars for engineers in a row in April
80% of gift-givers consider the recipient’s burden and environmental impact. Corporate gifting is at a turning point
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A survey by LIVENT Co., Ltd. found that about 80% of corporate gift-givers take the recipient’s burden and environmental impact into consideration. While moth orchids remain a customary choice for celebratory flowers, gifting frequency is trending down, particularly among large companies. A shift from formal gifts to gifts with meaning is needed, and many companies are open to new forms of corporate gifting.
“Asset Tax Navi” releases a simulator for the impact of the FY2027 property reassessment—instantly estimates tax changes after the revision
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Mycat Inc. has released a web tool that estimates tax changes resulting from the reassessment of fixed asset values. By entering a property’s location and current tax amount, users can immediately check predicted taxes after the FY2027 revision and the factors behind the change. As land-price surveys and assessment preparations progress, the tool helps real estate owners understand their appropriate tax amount.
First-ever! Exhibitor applications open for the “Employment and Career Change Fair in Japan Drone 2026”—a new initiative to match talent with the drone industry
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The Japan UAS Industrial Development Association (JUIDA) and Congrès Inc. will hold a job and career-change fair for the first time at the 11th Japan Drone 2026 in June 2026. In response to growing demand for talent in the drone industry, the fair will promote matching between exhibitors and qualified candidates and job-ready professionals. The deadline to apply for an exhibitor booth is April 24, 2026, offering an opportunity to secure talent in drone-related fields.
[New from MOTON] A cherry pie fragrance joins the popular hair and body mist and silk hair oil lineup for a limited time! On sale nationwide from April 6
First airport location! Froebel-kan’s Kinder Platz Narita Airport location opens on April 9, 2026 (Thu.). Enjoy views and play at the first location to feature an outdoor area!
Main trailer and theme song artist announced for the film “Mobuko’s Love” [Ikoi Hayase/Erika Karata/Takuya Kusakawa/Towa Araki/Kanji Furutachi]. Accomplished additional cast members bringing Nobuko’s growth and romance to life also revealed!
[In spring, it’s yakiniku over flowers!!] Anrakutei’s “Meat Day Festival” runs from March 26 to April 5! Classic yakiniku at special low prices, plus 1.5 times the meat for the same price on popular yakiniku dishes! And enjoy a spring outing with 10% off all-you-can-eat yakiniku for everyone♪
[Case Study] Applications reach about 2.4 times previous levels! Designing the application process delivers results for a major food manufacturer’s promotion
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A case study has been released showing that applications reached about 2.4 times previous levels after an application process was designed for a major food manufacturer’s promotional campaign.
Experience open-ear headphones ideal for running at the EXPO venue for Fukui Sakura Marathon 2026, taking place over 2 days, March 28 (Sat.) and 29 (Sun.), 2026, at Happiterrace, Fukui City’s community and exchange facility!
The 5F area of Terminal 1 has reopened after renovations as “SHIKISAI GARDEN -Seasonal colors-”!
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The 5F area of Terminal 1 at Narita Airport has reopened after renovations as “SHIKISAI GARDEN -Seasonal colors-.” The new space offers a fresh experience for airport users.
How important are ceramic art’s forms and techniques when serving delicious food? An in-depth interview with a ceramic artist forging a path between tradition and innovation.
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An in-depth interview with a ceramic artist forging a path between tradition and innovation has been published. The interview discusses the importance of ceramic art’s forms and techniques in serving delicious food.
AI sales automation tool “AI Apport-kun” enhanced with AI duplicate checks, 3-stage confirmation before sending and speed improvements to deliver “safe sales automation”
“Permit and License Navi” launches checker for the impact of notification rule changes taking effect in April 2026 — instantly assesses impact by industry
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Mycat Inc. has released a new tool through its AI permit and licensing guide service “Permit and License Navi” that instantly assesses how notification rule changes taking effect in April 2026 will affect a business. Simply enter details such as industry and business size to get a comprehensive overview of the changes, their impact, required procedures, deadlines and relevant laws. The tool addresses the difficulty new businesses face in gathering information to comply with legal changes.