Media-placement PR distribution plan launched for overseas AI tools entering Japan in growing numbers
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AI Reskill has launched a “Listing + PR Plan” to address challenges faced by overseas AI companies entering the Japanese market. The plan uses a listing in its independently operated AI Tool Gallery as a news hook and handles distribution of press releases to more than 300 media outlets through PR TIMES. Overseas companies will not need to set up an account or prepare Japanese-language content, enabling consistent communication.
AI medical device maker アイリス wins Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at 10th Monozukuri Nippon Grand Awards
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Iris Co., Ltd.’s AI medical device for throat examinations, nodoca, has received the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 10th Monozukuri Nippon Grand Award. The award recognized its technology for analyzing throat images and medical interview information to determine infectious diseases, as well as its “creating new value” initiative that puts data into circulation. The company aims to build sustainable medical infrastructure through the implementation of advanced technologies in society.
[Collaboration!] The collaboration collaboration event between the comic Chicken Fighter and the Japanese-style MMORPG Onigiri begins Thursday, March 26!
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CyberStep launched a collaboration event with the manga Chicken Fighter in the MMORPG Onigiri for PC and PS4 on March 26, 2026. The event features a limited-time collaboration story and the new character Keiji, as well as a campaign offering a signed illustration board from voice actor Kenta Miyake and distributing 100 gacha tickets. An anime adaptation of the original work is also scheduled to begin airing on TOKYO MX and other channels on April 5.
“VOLT” launches an AI tool for estimating web design costs for beauty salons, addressing industry-specific needs such as booking system integration and treatment menu displays
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Mycat Inc. has released an AI-powered web estimation tool tailored to beauty salons. The free web tool instantly calculates an estimated cost based on the type of salon and its required features. It supports requirements specific to the beauty industry, including booking system integration and staff pages.
[TSUKUMO] G-GEAR launches gaming PC equipped with the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
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TSUKUMO, the brand of Yamada Denki Co., Ltd., released a new model of its G-GEAR gaming PC featuring the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus on March 26. Equipped with an NPU specialized for AI processing, it can handle demanding tasks. Prices, including tax, start at ¥549,800.
[Louis Vuitton] Zendaya wears Louis Vuitton to the premiere of the film The Drama (working title)
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Actor Zendaya appeared in a custom Louis Vuitton dress at the Paris premiere of the film The Drama (working title). She paired a silk crepe dress featuring black silk ribbon details with satin pumps. Louis Vuitton offers distinctive designs that combine tradition and innovation.
[6 days only; advance reservations required] An outlet sale featuring popular artists including Lisa Larson will be held for 6 days in Sarugakucho, Shibuya.
[ABEMA] K-pop fifth-generation rookies NOWZ take on Japanese variety shows for the first time! Yeonwoo: “My special skill that I think no member can beat me at is Japanese!” [Five-day consecutive member survey feature]
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ABEMA will stream a special program exclusively and free of charge in Japan to mark the Japanese debut of K-pop boy group NOWZ. Ahead of the broadcast, individual member interviews in a question-and-answer format are being released daily for 5 consecutive days starting March 24. On day 3, the program features answers from Yeonwoo, a member who is good at speaking Japanese.
A new whisky tourism initiative visiting 28 craft distilleries nationwide! Japanese Whisky Passport Copper Stamp Book now on sale
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Travel Yomiuri Publishing began selling the “Japanese Whisky Passport Copper Seal Book” on April 1, covering 28 craft distilleries across Japan. Visitors can purchase and collect original “copper seals” at each distillery and record their visits. The book was supervised by Japanese whisky bottler T&T TOYAMA.
Sundai Current Frontier to establish a middle school class at its Saidaiji school; a class for first-year middle school students to open at its Omiya school
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Sundai Gakuen and Sundai will establish a junior high school class at Sundai Gakuen’s Sundai Active Frontier Saidaiji School and launch a class for 1st-year junior high school students at Sundai Preparatory School’s Omiya campus, beginning in April 2026. The move will strengthen an integrated learning support system geared toward university entrance exams.
Notice Regarding Publication of Transcript Article and Archived Video of Logmi Finance’s IR Seminar for Individual Investors
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A transcript and archival video of an investor relations seminar for individual investors held on March 15, 2026, have been released. Koji Mitsumoto, the company’s representative director, president and CEO, explained the financial results for the year ended December 2025, the company’s business and its growth strategy. The company aims to expand its engagement with investors and deepen their understanding of and trust in the company.
[Yamazaki Industry: New Product Announcement] New products are now available, including a wire basket with a stainless-steel tray and a wall-mounted rack that neatly conceals and stores routers and cables.
Family restaurant Joyfull’s Robert Akiyama transforms into “Akiyama Basho” in traditional Japanese attire! He mercilessly critiques employees’ haiku in an improvised poetry show, thrilling the audience!
[Over 300,000 copies sold] Book “The Technique of Putting ‘What You Like’ into Words” by book critic Kaho Miyake is generating even more buzz after her appearance on NHK’s Asaichi was announced!
[Fuji Television] Fuji Television ONE/TWOsmart, an all-around entertainment channel that lets viewers stream Fuji Television CS broadcasts, is now available as a Prime Video subscription!
[Kyoto Seika University] Hosting a keynote lecture by internationally acclaimed architect Sou Fujimoto: “Sustainable Environment and Technology — The Future of the Commons (Co-creation) Opened Up by the Expo” (conversation: Sou Fujimoto × Ousmane Sako × Toshiaki Kawai)
Kawai Juku’s career and university entrance exam information site Kei-Net redesigned on March 26, 2026 — adding new features to support students from career planning through university entrance exams
[Pilates machine installation case / JUNO PILATES] Studio Stormi, a small-group studio combining yoga and Pilates and introducing Nagoya’s first ballet exercise program, opens March 7, 2026
Grogu becomes a life-size figure! Hot Toys brings the character to life from the film Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu!
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Hot Toys Japan Co., Ltd. has announced 1/1-scale, life-size figures of Grogu and an Anzellan from the film Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, scheduled for release in May 2026. Each figure faithfully recreates details from the film, and both are scheduled to go on sale in September 2026. Preorders are being accepted at Hot Toys’ directly operated Toy Sapiens store and other locations.
[Regular financing seminar] Build expertise in securing funding for advisory clients | A 30-minute lecture from a former government finance agency employee and a former shinkin bank employee
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株式会社SoLabo will launch an online loan-practice seminar, “From the Basics of Financing to Practical Application: 30-Minute Quick Seminar,” in April 2026 for young staff at tax accountant corporations and accounting firms. Former Japan Finance Corporation employee Ryohei Oyabu and former credit union employee Ryosuke Ota will serve as co-instructors, explaining screening criteria and practical knowledge systematically via live stream during lunchtime on the 4th Thursday of each month. Participation is free.
[LENDEX] Spring new-life support campaign: Follow and repost on the official X account for a chance to win Rakuten Points
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株式会社LENDEX will hold an “Official X Follow & Repost Campaign” from March 26 to April 9, 2026, to raise awareness of its loan-based crowdfunding service, レンデックス（LENDEX）. Among those who follow the official LENDEX X account and quote-repost or repost the designated post, 10 winners selected by lottery will receive 1,000 Rakuten Points each.
Kazuhiro Maeda, head of the Business Development Division, to speak at Kii Space HUB Action Workshop
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Kazuhiro Maeda, head of the Business Development Division at ASTRO GATE株式会社, spoke at the Kii Space HUB Action Workshop hosted by Wakayama Prefecture on March 19, 2026. The workshop was part of an initiative aimed at revitalizing industries in the prefecture and developing talent through the space industry. Maeda spoke about industries expected to develop around spaceports and the potential for local businesses, followed by an active discussion with participants.
“Moving-Out Costs: Are You Paying Too Much?” launches a moving-out cost assessment tool specializing in Kanagawa — a fair-cost assessment tailored to rental conditions in the Yokohama and Kawasaki areas
The secret to stress adaptation lies in the brain “1 hour later”!
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A research group including Kochi University of Technology found, through simultaneous fMRI and EEG measurements of about 100 people, that brain activity associated with psychological resilience is strongest about 60 minutes after acute stress. They confirmed that in people with high resilience, the salience network quiets down after 60 minutes while activity in the default mode network increases. The findings were published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) on March 26, 2026.
2 minutes on foot from Gotanda Station | Tokyo Inspection Clinic Gotanda Clinic, specializing in sexually transmitted infections and diseases, to open April 1, 2026 | ¥0 initial and follow-up consultation fees, same-day rapid testing, open until 21:00
A local company in Honjo, Saitama, supports a world champion and the next generation—ongoing support for young athletes and donation of 330 chairs to a junior high school
An era when even dieting is chosen for time efficiency. Genetic testing service “Gene Doctor” releases a new report. Adds 3 new features, including “My Chart,” which lets users see their genetic traits on one screen, and “Type-Specific Q&A”
A commemorative dedication Special Live marking the 130th anniversary of Heian Shrine’s establishment, featuring BE:FIRST and MAZZEL, begins streaming on ZAIKO on April 18 (Sat.)!
“Model Press Best Drama Awards” ceremony held, with a star-studded lineup of winners who shaped the 2025 drama scene, including Ryoma Takeuchi, Kyoko Yoshine, Kyoya Honda and Takeru Satoh
“Asset Tax Navi” releases a fixed asset tax overpayment checker for Osaka City—with diagnostic features reflecting assessment value trends across 24 wards
[For hospital executives, senior administrators and university representatives] 97th study session to be held Wednesday, April 15. Hosted by the Association for Considering the Future of Japanese Healthcare
[NIJISANJI EN Anniversary Project, Part 2] Online-only merchandise sales worldwide confirmed! Convenience store printing campaign to also launch exclusively in Taiwan at Hi-Life (莱爾富)
[2 days to go (3/28)] Registration opens for “EGG JAM Festival,” an AI festival planned and run by middle and high school students (first 100 applicants)
[Yokosuka City hometown tax donation] More than 50 years in business, crafting sails with skilled craftsmanship! Sails made by a 79-year-old active sailor available nationwide through hometown tax donations
Kyoto University of the Arts sponsors J-WAVE’s “KYOTO GEIJUTSU DAIGAKU SONG STORIES,” hosted by SUPER EIGHT’s Shota Yasuda
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Kyoto University of the Arts will begin sponsoring J-WAVE’s music program “KYOTO GEIJUTSU DAIGAKU SONG STORIES” on April 3, 2026. The program is hosted by Shota Yasuda of SUPER EIGHT, who discusses the stories behind songs. The university will establish a “Music Course” in April 2026 and provide an online learning environment for DTM.
“Midnight Black Sesame Tantanmotsu Stew,” perfected to pair with alcohol, goes on sale
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KURAND株式会社 will begin selling “真夜中の黒胡麻担々もつ煮” through its online liquor store クランド on March 26, 2026. Developed by a drinks professional, the tantan-style offal stew features the rich depth of black sesame and a spicy kick. It will be sold through the crowdfunding service クラファン！, with sets that include sake or whiskey also available.
“COEDO KAWAGOE F.C,” aiming to reach the J.League from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, signs 2026 season support partner agreement with Shinsho Building Management
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COEDO KAWAGOE F.C has signed a support partner agreement with 新正ビル管理 for the 2026 season. The club is based in Kawagoe and aims to join the J.League by 2030. 新正ビル管理 representative Kazutoshi Arai expressed the company’s commitment to supporting the community’s ambitions.
Second collaboration between “NIJISANJI” and Marion Crepes confirmed! A host of new items featuring matching uniforms and newly shot Live2D visuals are coming!
3 films, including “Sake and Diary,” to make their television premieres in April! “Lost Films: Miraculously Preserved Film Reels Brought Back to Life” on CS Eisei Gekijo
Bergfabel 2026 Fall/Winter trunk shows to be held at Kyoto BAL and Marunouchi stores in sequence from Friday, March 27, 2026; special made-to-order event featuring a wide selection of archival textiles
[SBI Securities] SBI Securities and Okasan Securities sign an absorption-type company split agreement concerning the “Okasan Online Securities” business
[Hotel Granvia Wakayama] Get into the “strawberry mood” with strawberry sweets and savor the sweet-and-tart flavors of spring! Strawberry fair featuring a refreshed “Strawberry Déclinaison” and a gorgeous strawberry parfait
Love and relationships / finding love / marriage ◆20 years of bringing destined partners together◆ Content by Ruby, Nagoya fortune-teller specializing in matchmaking, now available on “Authentic Fortune-Telling | Minori”
Starring popular, acclaimed actors Yoo Seung-ho and Lee Hye-ri! The DVD box set 1 of “Moonshine,” a romantic period drama about a woman who takes up brewing during a ban on alcohol and the government official who pursues her, is set for release on Wednesday, 4/1!
The world’s first sticker book comes packed with 246 stickers ★ The sticker book Haru! Garten of Banban, based on the hugely popular game Garten of Banban, is finally on sale!
An original-design manhole cover featuring the TV anime BanG Dream! It’s MyGO!!!!! will be donated to Toshima Ward! Installation near the west exit of Ikebukuro Station set for spring 2026!
Men with men, women with women, amid the feverish London of the 60s. A witty buddy mystery starring partners in crime! Volume 1 of “London Buddies” goes on sale April 22, with an original illustration as a purchase bonus
[Algomatic] Jointly entered with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in the “GENIAC-PRIZE,” hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO, and won 2nd place in the theme “Turning tacit knowledge in manufacturing into explicit knowledge”
Anime-style action RPG Soulworker approaches its 10th anniversary! Pre-anniversary event kicks off—with a new raid party mode and the addition of “Navi’s” second-class advancement
[Limited-time, participating locations only, dine-in only] Popular onigiri at Sukesan Udon are just 100 yen for a limited time! Enjoy them with udon and more!
[Real estate brokerage × successful new-client acquisition case study] Shifting from letters to form-based sales consolidated 30% of work hours into “strategy design.” The method that achieved a 15% unique visit rate
JAXA venture TENCHIJIN wins the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 10th Monozukuri Nippon Grand Award, hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and others