AI News 180m Report

2026-03-30 21:00–24:00 JST

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Idea High School establishes AI-powered personalized learning and online consultation services

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Ahead of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “Next High School Initiative,” Idea High School has developed “Idea My Pace Study,” combining AI-powered personalized learning with online consultations. This enables correspondence high school students to access learning and emotional support regardless of their location.

A luxurious “parfait-like experience” combining matcha and chocolate: “Tenku no Matcha Kiwami Chocolate Drink” launches for a limited time starting April 10! — New “Crema Gelata” made with “Tenku no Matcha” also goes on sale alongside the drink —

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Lindt & Sprüngli Japan will launch “Tenku no Matcha Kiwami Chocolate Drink,” made generously with the rare “Tenku no Matcha,” and the new gelato “Crema Gelata Tenku no Matcha” nationwide for a limited time starting April 10, 2026. The products offer a parfait-like dessert experience combining Lindt’s high-quality chocolate with special matcha from Shizuoka Prefecture.

Companies mentioned:Lindt、リンツ&シュプルングリージャパン株式会社

“Bar Toki” at Kanjuku-en ESHIKOTO wins gold at the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026

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“Bar Toki,” located inside the hot spring auberge Kanjuku-en ESHIKOTO in Eiheiji, Fukui Prefecture, has won the top gold award at the global iF DESIGN AWARD 2026. The design, featuring white walls, a reflecting pool and glass, was recognized for creating a distinctive experience that brings architecture, interiors and landscape together.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アクアイグニス、iF International Forum Design GmbH、橋本夕紀夫デザインスタジオ、内原智史デザイン事務所

75% name lawyers as the “most trusted source of advice” for traffic accidents; アトム法律グループ conducts survey with more than 17,000 responses in total

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In a survey on traffic accidents conducted by アトム法律グループ, 75% named lawyers as the most trusted source of advice, but only 14% had actually consulted one. Among those who hired a lawyer, 37% said they received increased compensation, while 28% reported peace of mind.

Companies mentioned:アトム法律グループ、アトム法律事務所

Earth hacks brings student ideas from “Gen Z Challenge! in Kitakyushu” into practice; creates special participation slots for young people at TOTO Water Environment Fund grantee gathering

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Earth hacks has put student ideas developed through Kitakyushu’s “Gen Z Challenge! in Kitakyushu” into practice. It has created special participation slots for young people at a gathering of organizations supported by the TOTO Water Environment Fund, promoting interaction between young people and grantee organizations and encouraging future applications.

Companies mentioned:TOTO株式会社

Comfort that feels “just right” at any time. “eatlet,” an all day Kitchen connecting people, homes and communities, is born

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Salt Consortium Co., Ltd. will open “eatlet all day kitchen,” a dining venue that serves as a company dormitory cafeteria while also welcoming the local community, on March 30, 2026. As part of the meal service at a company dormitory operated by 大和ライフネクスト株式会社, it aims to be a “food oasis” that local residents can also use.

Companies mentioned:大和ライフネクスト株式会社

“Meal allowances” set for revision in April 2026 for the first time in 42 years. More than 80% see them as “effective income,” and 74.3% consider them when choosing an employer — making benefits a key factor in recruitment competition

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株式会社KOMPEITO conducted a survey ahead of the April 2026 increase in the tax-exempt limit for meal allowances (from 3,500 yen to 7,500 yen). More than 80% of respondents viewed meal allowances as “effective income,” and 74.3% said they consider them when choosing an employer. The findings show that employee benefits have become a key factor in recruitment competition.

Companies mentioned:株式会社KOMPEITO

ペライチ announces the “ペライチ安心宣言,” setting out its corporate commitment to ensuring people can continue using its services with confidence as it works toward “a world where everyone can use technology”

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ペライチ has announced the “ペライチ安心宣言,” setting out its corporate commitment to providing information, support and improvements when prices or terms change, so customers can continue using its services with confidence. The company aims to create a world where everyone can use technology, regardless of their IT literacy.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ペライチ

New “Aroma Time Rose Throat Lozenges” offer long-lasting, luxurious fragrance

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Kasugai Seika will launch “Aroma Time Throat Candy Rose,” featuring a rich rose fragrance, at select convenience stores nationwide starting March 30, 2026. It contains 13 types of herbal extracts, rose petal extract, collagen and hyaluronic acid, and promotes beauty and relaxation benefits.

CIC Fukuoka surpasses 135 tenant companies on its 1st anniversary; announces new general manager and next growth strategy

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CIC Fukuoka marked its 1st anniversary, with the number of tenant companies surpassing 135. Masanori Torigoe was appointed as the new general manager, and the organization announced its growth strategy for Phase 2. As one of Fukuoka’s largest innovation hubs, it is building an ecosystem that brings together startups and a diverse range of companies.

Companies mentioned:CIC Japan、CIC Fukuoka

Intersect holds corporate networking class for international students

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Originalインタセクト・コミュニケーションズが新宿区の日本語学校「ミツミネキャリアアカデミー」で外国人留学生向け企業交流授業を実施しました。これはサッカークラブ「クリアソン新宿」との地域連携の第一弾で、日本企業での働き方やグローバル企業のキャリアについて意見交換が行われました。

Companies mentioned:ミツミネキャリアアカデミー、クリアソン新宿

Accelerating GX in the construction industry from snowy regions! Government electric heavy equipment trial project involving Nishio Rent All completed

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Nishio Rent All took part in Japan’s 環境省 “Electric Heavy Equipment Trial Project” and completed snow removal work in Tsunan, Niigata Prefecture, using the VOLVO L25 Electric compact electric wheel loader. This was the first trial deployment of electric heavy equipment in a municipal snow removal project anywhere in Japan, and will help accelerate GX in the construction industry.

Companies mentioned:ニシオホールディングス株式会社、環境省、VOLVO

Yokohama-Kannai | Yakiniku BEEFMAN rebrands and reopens on March 29 as “Kobe Beef Yakiniku 當麻 (Toma),” where diners can savor the true quality of Kobe beef through the owner’s craft

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株式会社Yappa, a subsidiary of Trailhead Global Holdings, rebranded “Yakiniku BEEFMAN Yokohama” in Yokohama-Kannai as “Kobe Beef Yakiniku 當麻” and reopened on March 29. Owner Toma brings out the full quality of Kobe beef with his seasoned craft, offering a new dining experience under a concept that blends Japanese spirit with Western sophistication.

Companies mentioned:Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社、株式会社Yappa

Ajinomoto Co., Inc.’s SIIDA®︎ brand, offering new culinary experiences with dashi, will open a limited-time restaurant in collaboration with Gakudai’s celebrated restaurant 件 at CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026, marking its 10th anniversary!

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Ajinomoto’s dashi brand SIIDA®︎ will collaborate with Gakudai izakaya 件 at the sake event CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026, opening a limited-time restaurant and retail booth. The offerings will include special dishes made with 3 types of SIIDA®︎ dashi and a tasting experience comparing their aromas, showcasing the appeal of Japanese food culture.

Companies mentioned:味の素株式会社、件(くだん)、OMAKASE byGMO

Major domestic BPO company Altius Link fully adopts SHaiN for new graduate recruitment

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Altius Link, a major domestic BPO company, has fully adopted SHaiN, an AI interview service provided by Talent and Assessment, to address the growing workload of interviews and the challenge of maintaining evaluation standards in new graduate recruitment. The adoption is expected to shorten selection lead times, reduce interview workloads and establish fair evaluation standards.

Companies mentioned:アルティウスリンク株式会社、株式会社タレントアンドアセスメント

Agreement with Mishima City on mutual cooperation to promote corporate health initiatives

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SOMPO Himawari Life Insurance, Sompo Japan Insurance and Sompo Japan Partners signed an agreement with Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on March 27, 2026, concerning mutual cooperation to promote corporate health initiatives. The agreement aims to support workplace health management efforts at businesses in Mishima City and contribute to improving community health and building a healthy and happy city. The companies will provide SOMPO Group services and expertise and collaborate on a wide range of areas, including promoting workplace health management, preventing lifestyle-related diseases, increasing cancer screening rates and supporting women’s health.

Awarded a contract by 神奈川県足柄上衛生組合 for the development and operation of a general waste treatment facility

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JFE Engineering was awarded the contract for the “New Combustible Waste Treatment Facility Development and Operation Project” by 神奈川県足柄上衛生組合 under the DBO model. The project will introduce high-temperature air combustion technology and a fully automated operation system, aiming for efficient and safe operations.

Companies mentioned:神奈川県足柄上衛生組合、JFE環境テクノロジー株式会社

To mark JINI’s appearance at 関西コレクション, special collaboration photo frames with 人生4カット announced

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Korean-born self-photo brand 人生4カット will release special collaboration photo frames for a limited time to mark solo artist JINI’s appearance at 関西コレクション.

Companies mentioned:関西コレクション

NetApp and Elastio announce partnership to deliver multilayered ransomware resilience

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NetApp and Elastio have partnered to deliver multilayered resilience against ransomware. The offering provides detailed file inspection of backup data in ONTAP environments to enable clean recovery.

Companies mentioned:NetApp、Elastio

PLAY Inc. to begin airing a commercial on the large video screen at Shibuya Scramble Crossing from March 28 (Saturday), communicating “the value conveyed through video”

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PLAY Inc. began airing a commercial on the Shibuya 109 Forum Vision at Shibuya Scramble Crossing on March 28, 2026. The commercial expresses PLAY’s vision of “a world where ‘what you want to watch’ connects with ‘what you want to show’” through the use of video in business. In Shibuya, a hub for IT and startup companies, it conveys the value of video streaming technology and a message of supporting business growth.

“I want to change my fashion for spring” — 74% say yes, but clothing choices are driven by “temperature, not mood.” What are the 3 obstacles to spring outfits?

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According to a survey by la belle vie, 74% said they want to change their fashion for spring. However, clothing choices are based on temperature and the occasion rather than mood, while “temperature swings,” “body shape” and “pollen” pose 3 obstacles to spring outfits.

A “usage and satisfaction gap” in internet access when out and about: about 60% use free Wi-Fi, but challenges come to light. Enjoy seamless internet at home and on the go with HYBRID Wi-Fi 5G NC03

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Link Life conducted a survey on internet use outside the home. About 60% are dissatisfied with free Wi-Fi, and the company recommends HYBRID Wi-Fi 5G NC03 as a solution.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ALL CONNECT、株式会社Link Life

Special “Spring Refresh” classes to be held simultaneously at 3 BEST STYLE FITNESS locations on the first day of Golden Week

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BEST STYLE FITNESS will hold “Spring Refresh & Detox” special classes simultaneously at 3 locations, including Omiya, on April 29, the first day of Golden Week. The classes aim to help participants recover from fatigue and relieve stress before and after the holiday period, and the Omiya location will also run a limited-time campaign in April.

Companies mentioned:株式会社BEST HERBS

Self-service survey tool Freeasy featured in JAPAN DX 2026, a digital catalog published by JETRO

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Freeasy, a survey tool by iBridge, has been featured in JETRO’s digital catalog JAPAN DX 2026 as a solution to support business expansion in countries including Thailand.

Companies mentioned:日本貿易振興機構(JETRO)、JETROバンコク事務所

HRBrain begins early access to new “AI-Powered Solution Tips β Version” feature. Generative AI significantly reduces analysis workload and supports organizational improvement

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HRBrain has added “AI-Powered Solution Tips β Version,” which uses generative AI, to its Pulse Survey service. The AI analyzes response data and provides priority issues and specific improvement actions.

Companies mentioned:株式会社HRBrain

Introduces BIMI, a company-logo email authentication standard

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SBI VC Trade introduced BIMI, an authentication technology that displays a company logo in official emails, starting March 30, 2026, as a measure against spoofed emails.

Companies mentioned:SBI VCトレード株式会社、SBIホールディングス株式会社

[Cheese Garden] “Mother’s Day Gift Feature” brings heartfelt thanks alongside cheese sweets, launching from 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

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Koya Co., Ltd., operator of Cheese Garden, will launch its “Mother’s Day Gift Feature” on April 1, 2026. The offerings include limited-time cheesecakes and sets with carnations.

Companies mentioned:コロワイドグループ、楽天市場、LINEギフト

Original時計、バッグ、宝石などを取り扱うB to Bオークション 「おお蔵市場」にて、販売手数料などがお得になる「年間キャンペーン」を初開催

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Original株式会社おお蔵ホールディングスは、B to Bオークション「おお蔵市場」にて、2026年4月から1年間、販売手数料がお得になる「年間キャンペーン」を初開催する。

Companies mentioned:株式会社ゲオホールディングス

【STARAY】New loafers from the Urban Ease Series, “FLANE” (フレーヌ), now available【APPLE TREE株式会社】

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APPLE TREE launched “FLANE,” a new loafer model designed for urban living, on March 30, 2026, under STARAY, its footwear brand that uses 3D printing technology.

Companies mentioned:APPLE TREE株式会社

Rates for consultant roles on the rise! February 2026 IT project market trends report released

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株式会社アイデンティティー has released a market trends report for February 2026 based on data from Techful, an IT project website. The number of projects increased, while rates for IT consultants and other professionals showed an upward trend.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アイデンティティー

Rates for data-related roles on the rise! February 2026 IT talent market trends report released

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株式会社アイデンティティー has released its February 2026 talent market report, based on the database of Techful, a website for IT professionals. It found that desired rates are rising for data-related roles, including data analysts.

Roadmap proposed for unmanned inspections of offshore wind power facilities using AUVs and other technologies

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Toyo Engineering and others proposed a roadmap for the early social implementation in 2030 of a system that would use AUVs and other technologies to automate underwater inspections of offshore wind power facilities.

Companies mentioned:日鉄エンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社FullDepth、沖電気工業株式会社、内閣府総合海洋政策推進事務局

Mouser begins carrying ROHM Semiconductor’s RPR-0730 photoreflector

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Mouser Electronics has begun carrying ROHM Semiconductor’s new RPR-0730 photoreflector. The ultra-compact analog optical sensor can detect fast-moving objects with high precision in consumer and industrial equipment, while offering excellent directivity and low power consumption.

Companies mentioned:Mouser Electronics、ローム株式会社、ROHM Semiconductor

S.RIDE partners with Moplus to create new mobility experiences combining autonomous driving and in-car entertainment

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S.RIDE株式会社, which provides the S.RIDE taxi app, is partnering with Moplus株式会社, which promotes autonomous mobility services, to create new mobility experiences combining autonomous driving and in-car entertainment. As the first initiative, an immersive in-car entertainment experience will be exhibited at CENTRAL, held in Yokohama in April 2026.

Companies mentioned:S.RIDE株式会社、Moplus株式会社、株式会社ムービーズ、ソニーグループ

Toridoll HD adds 2 new features to “Hapikan Dashboard,” which visualizes Marugame Seimen employees’ “happiness” and customers’ “delight”

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Toridoll HD has added 2 new features, the “Repeat Dashboard” and “Team Dashboard,” to the “Hapikan Dashboard,” which visualizes Marugame Seimen employees’ happiness and customers’ visit trends. The company aims to further advance its “mental capital management” and improve satisfaction among both employees and customers.

Companies mentioned:アルサーガパートナーズ株式会社、株式会社プレイド

Up to 28% off! “Final New Life Sale” underway!

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XREAL, which develops and sells AR glasses, is holding its limited-time “Final New Life Sale” from March 31 to April 6, 2026, to help customers welcome a new chapter. Popular AR glasses and accessories are available at special prices of up to 28% off, through the XREAL official website, Amazon and other outlets.

Companies mentioned:XREAL

Industry-academia collaboration project launched with Tokyo Design Technology Center College (TECH.C.)

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XREAL, which develops and sells AR glasses, has launched an industry-academia collaboration project with Tokyo Design Technology Center College (TECH.C.). The initiative aims to develop the next generation of creators in the XR field and strengthen ties between industry and education.

Companies mentioned:XREAL、学校法人コミュニケーションアート 東京デザインテクノロジーセンター専門学校、TECH.C.

【Hino City, Tokyo】With residents’ cooperation, the city ranks 1st nationwide for lowest waste volume for 3 consecutive years!

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Original東京都日野市は、環境省が発表した2024年度の調査結果で、人口10万人以上50万人未満の市町村において「1人1日当たりのごみ排出量」が3年連続で全国1位の少なさとなりました。市民の協力により前年度から7.8g減少し、市は指定有料ごみ袋導入やマイバック運動など、平成12年からの減量施策を継続しています。今後も循環型社会の実現を目指します。

A base for spring trips in Kansai and World Heritage sightseeing: Comfort Hotel Himeji and Comfort Hotel Wakayama renovated at the end of March, with designs reflecting the local character of Himeji and Wakayama

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株式会社チョイスホテルズジャパン renovated Comfort Hotel Wakayama and Comfort Hotel Himeji at the end of March. In addition to improving guest-room comfort, the hotels have enhanced the free Comfort Library Cafe open space and introduced designs inspired by local culture, boosting their appeal as bases for touring Kansai and visiting World Heritage sites during the spring tourist season.

Companies mentioned:株式会社チョイスホテルズジャパン

Water stations serving natural mineral water to be set up; Premium Water to have a special booth at DEAD POP FESTiVAL 2026!

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Premium Water Inc. will set up water stations offering free natural mineral water at DEAD POP FESTiVAL 2026, held on April 4 and 5, 2026. The initiative aims to keep attendees hydrated and reduce plastic waste.

Companies mentioned:SiM

Price revisions for chlorinated polyvinyl chloride resin and compound products

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Sekisui Chemical will revise the sales prices of chlorinated polyvinyl chloride resin and CPVC compound products in response to soaring material costs caused by the Iran conflict. Prices for domestic sales will rise by at least 55 yen/kg, while prices for overseas exports will rise by at least 0.5 USD/kg. The revisions will apply to shipments from April 1, 2026.

Astigmatism lenses in “Coffee Jelly,” designed to deliver “dewy, translucent eyes with a subtle enhancement,” to launch from Mai Shiraishi’s image-model contact lens brand feliamo (フェリアモ)!

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PIA Inc. will launch astigmatism lenses in “Coffee Jelly” (コーヒーゼリー), a popular color from image model Mai Shiraishi, under its colored contact lens brand feliamo (フェリアモ) on April 2, 2026. The design combines a dewy, translucent look with a subtle enhancing effect.

Male attorney in a management position takes parental leave for the 2nd time|Authense Law Office

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Authense Law Office announced that a male attorney in a management position has taken 3 months of parental leave for the 2nd time following the birth of his 2nd child. The move reflects the firm’s efforts to support employees in balancing childcare and their careers.

Companies mentioned:厚生労働省

“Marugame Udonuts Matcha Flavor,” made generously with matcha from long-established Kyoto-Uji shop 堀田勝太郎商店, with a light texture and fragrant aroma, available nationwide at Marugame Seimen from Tuesday, April 7, 2026

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Marugame Seimen will sell its new “Marugame Udonuts Matcha Flavor,” made generously with matcha from long-established Kyoto-Uji shop 堀田勝太郎商店, nationwide for a limited time from April 7, 2026. The spring release pairs chewy udonuts with matcha powder known for its pronounced sweetness and aroma. It joins the popular product line, which has surpassed cumulative sales of 25 million servings.

Companies mentioned:株式会社丸亀製麺、堀田勝太郎商店

【Grand Opening】Anytime Fitness Shitte Station Front (Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture) opens Monday, March 30, 2026 <24-hour, year-round fitness gym>

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Anytime Fitness grand-opened its Shitte Station Front location in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on March 30, 2026. The opening is part of the company’s strategy to expand its business and create more opportunities for fitness as a gym open 24 hours a day, year-round.

Companies mentioned:Fast Fitness Japan

Hokkaido souvenir staple Shiroi Black Thunder marks its 15th anniversary with a collaboration with “パフェ、珈琲、酒、佐藤,” the pioneer of the parfait-after-drinks boom! Limited-time after-drinks parfaits to go on sale in Hokkaido from April 1, 2026

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有楽製菓 is marking the 15th anniversary of its Hokkaido-exclusive Shiroi Black Thunder with a product revamp and several commemorative initiatives. A limited-time parfait for enjoying after drinks will also be offered through a collaboration with Sapporo parfait specialty shop “パフェ、珈琲、酒、佐藤.”

Companies mentioned:有楽製菓株式会社、パフェ、珈琲、酒、佐藤

De’Longhi Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu store to open on Friday, April 3, 2026, as the company’s 2nd directly operated store

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De’Longhi Japan will open its 2nd directly operated store at LaLaport Toyosu on April 3, 2026. The first 200 customers to make a purchase will receive an original mug.

Companies mentioned:デロンギ・ジャパン株式会社

【榮太樓總本鋪】2026 Mother's Day feature now available in the online store! Mother's Day gifts, including the limited-edition “Bamboo Basket Set”

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榮太樓總本鋪 has launched its “2026 Mother's Day Feature” on its official online store. The feature offers 2 types of “Bamboo Basket Sets” available exclusively online, as well as products with special wrapping paper decorated with carnations, as Japanese confectionery gifts for expressing everyday gratitude.

【Reopening】Anytime Fitness Otsuka location (Toshima Ward, Tokyo) reopens Monday, March 30, 2026 <24-hour fitness gym open year-round>

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Anytime Fitness reopened its Otsuka location in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, on March 30, 2026. The 24-hour, year-round fitness gym operates in more than 30 countries worldwide and has surpassed 1,200 locations and 1.1 million members in Japan.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Fast Fitness Japan

Spectee raises funds, with second close bringing total for E2 round to ¥1.6 billion

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Spectee Inc. has raised a total of ¥1.6 billion in its E2 round. The funds will support expansion of its Spectee SCR supply chain risk management cloud service for manufacturers and further product development.

Companies mentioned:TIS株式会社、積水ハウス投資事業有限責任組合、アスエネ株式会社、東芝デジタルソリューションズ株式会社、商工中金、日本政策金融公庫

Original「銀魂キャラポップストア」 2026年4月17日(金)より「バンダイナムコ Cross Store アトレ秋葉原店」で開催! 順次登場する描き下ろしイラスト。初回は土方十四郎をピックアップ!

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Bandai Namco Experience will hold the “Gintama Character Pop-up Store” at バンダイナムコ Cross Store Atre Akihabara starting April 17, 2026. The event will feature newly drawn illustrations, original merchandise and mini-games, with Toshiro Hijikata in the spotlight for the first installment.

Companies mentioned:株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、バンダイナムコ Cross Store、バンダイナムコ Cross Spot

Original妊産婦の移動不安を「安心」へ 茨城県つくば市が「GOチケット」を採用 妊産婦支援でのデジタルタクシーチケット採択は県内初

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OriginalGO株式会社のデジタルタクシーチケット「GOチケット」が、茨城県つくば市の「妊産婦タクシー利用費助成事業」に採択されました。妊産婦の移動不安を解消し、安心な暮らしをサポートする目的で、県内初のデジタルタクシーチケット活用となります。

Companies mentioned:GO株式会社、茨城県つくば市

“Akasaka Flea Market in ARK HILLS ~12th Anniversary~” to be held with more than 130 vendors, under the concept “à l‘unisson” (“with one heart”)

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“Akasaka Flea Market in ARK HILLS ~12th Anniversary~” will be held on April 26 at Ark Hills, operated by 森ビル株式会社. Marking its 12th anniversary, the event will welcome more than 130 vendors under the concept “à l‘unisson” (“with one heart”), offering vintage goods, food, workshops and live performances.

Companies mentioned:森ビル株式会社

Nagoya-exclusive “Salt Butter Cream Bun: Milk An” launches! A tempting sweet-and-salty take on Nagoya specialty an-butter, with salt-butter dough, cream and red bean paste

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Hattendo will launch “Salt Butter Cream Bun: Milk An” exclusively at its ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ store starting April 1, 2026. Inspired by Nagoya specialty an-butter, it features a sweet-and-salty combination of salt-butter dough, milk cream and red bean paste.

Companies mentioned:株式会社八天堂、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ

Original「経理の日」調査:AI導入は2割止まり、経理業務の現実はまだ「手作業中心」

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Original弥生株式会社が中小企業の経理担当者515名を対象に実施した調査によると、AI導入は2割に留まり、経理業務の約7割が手作業中心であることが判明。年度末の業務負担は平常月の2倍以上に増加し、AI導入企業でも6割が使いこなせていないと回答。

Companies mentioned:株式会社Misoca

Making it easier to write about shows! TVer streaming content can now be displayed on note

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note has launched a new feature that lets users embed content from TVer, the official streaming service of commercial broadcasters, in articles. Creators can now simply paste a TVer program URL to automatically display its thumbnail, title and summary, making it easier to share engaging thoughts and analysis about TV programs.

Companies mentioned:株式会社TVer

Second location at Lumine Tachikawa opens with spacious 54 seats! Gong cha Lumine Tachikawa 8th Floor opens Monday, April 6, on the 8th floor of Lumine Tachikawa

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Gong cha Japan Co., Ltd. will open the Gong cha Lumine Tachikawa 8th Floor location on April 6, 2026. The second location at Lumine Tachikawa will feature a spacious 54 seats and serve carefully selected, high-quality tea with welcoming service. Since entering Japan, Gong cha has continued to expand and now operates more than 2,000 stores in approximately 30 countries worldwide.

SmartHR makes SUNITED株式会社, known for its IT department BPO expertise, a group company

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On March 27, 2026, SmartHR acquired all shares in SUNITED株式会社, which specializes in IT department BPO, making it a group company. SmartHR aims to combine its SaaS and AI technologies with SUNITED's IT expertise and operational capabilities to establish “AI BPaaS,” a next-generation business outsourcing model powered by AI.

Companies mentioned:株式会社SmartHR、SUNITED株式会社、興和株式会社

Mold manufacturer 片桐金型工業株式会社 in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, seeks a successor!

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株式会社バトンズ, operator of the BATONZ M&A and business succession support platform, has begun publicly seeking a successor for mold manufacturer 片桐金型工業株式会社 in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The company, with a history of more than 70 years, is considering a business succession due to the current president's poor health and has a stable customer base and strong technical capabilities.

Companies mentioned:株式会社バトンズ、片桐金型工業株式会社

Terra Charge to extend “industry-lowest-rate campaign” for EV charging fees by 1 year!

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Terra Charge株式会社 announced that, following a strong response, it will extend its campaign offering ultra-rapid and standard charging under its Terra Charge EV charging service at rates among the industry's lowest through March 31, 2027, an extension of 1 year. The company aims to encourage continued use by EV drivers and attract more visitors to facilities with charging stations.

Companies mentioned:Terra Charge 株式会社

【From Kyoto】How are “trusted companies” built? 株式会社Style advances employee-first organization building and earns White Company Certification in March 2026

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株式会社Style earned “White Company Certification” in March 2026. Its efforts to build an organization that balances flexible work arrangements with employee development, guided by an employee-first philosophy, were recognized.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Style、一般財団法人日本次世代企業普及機構(ホワイト財団)

【Online, Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 16:00】Patent × Generative AI Seminar

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The “Patent × Generative AI Seminar,” to be held online on April 15, 2026, will explain practical pitfalls in patent translation and patent research using generative AI, as well as next-generation patent practice involving collaboration between AI and specialists. AI特許翻訳株式会社 and リーガルテック株式会社 are co-hosting the event and will emphasize AI's efficiency and the importance of expert review.

Companies mentioned:AI特許翻訳株式会社、リーガルテック株式会社

“mierepo,” a customer-service support tool that presents wedding “image” and “cost” together to support informed decisions, to be offered to wedding venues nationwide starting March 30

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Wedding Park will begin offering “mierepo,” a customer-service support tool that visualizes wedding “image” and “cost,” to wedding venues nationwide starting March 30, 2026. The tool aims to close the information gap between couples and planners and support informed decisions.

Originalアートギャラリーカフェ「WHAT CAFE」、紙をテーマにした展示「ON PAPER」を2026年4月29日(水・祝)より開催。アートを身近に楽しむ1週間

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Art gallery cafe WHAT CAFE will hold “ON PAPER: Art and Print Market,” an exhibition themed around paper, from April 29 to May 6, 2026. In collaboration with 10 domestic galleries, the event will exhibit and sell approximately 500 works by 49 artists, offering an opportunity to enjoy art up close.

Companies mentioned:寺田倉庫株式会社、WHAT CAFE、Otherwise Gallery、AWASE gallery、GALLERY SCENA.、GALLERY HAYASHI + ART BRIDGE、Gallery Yukihira、TAKU SOMETANI GALLERY、biscuit gallery、myheirloom、みんなのギャラリー、MEDEL GALLERY SHU

LUUP service resumes in Sapporo, Hokkaido, from Wednesday, April 15

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Luup will resume its LUUP electric micromobility sharing service in Sapporo, Hokkaido, from April 15, 2026. To mark the resumption, it will hold a safety lesson and offer a free campaign for unlimited rides for 15 minutes, while increasing the number of ports from 67 to 85.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Luup、北海道警察、東京海上ホールディングス株式会社、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社

LOVOT fashion show to be held at LOVOT COLLECTION in TOKYO TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARUNOUCHI!

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GROOVE X will hold a fashion show featuring family robot “LOVOT” and its owners at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARUNOUCHI.

Companies mentioned:GROOVE X株式会社、TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARUNOUCHI

A new shade joins “excel”’s hugely popular all-in-one serum UV primer “Motivate Your Skin”! Lavender pink delivers both a healthy flush and a translucent look.

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Tokiwa Pharmaceutical will launch “Lavender Pink,” a new shade of “Motivate Your Skin,” a serum UV primer from its makeup brand “excel,” on March 30, 2026. The shade is notable for combining a healthy flush with a translucent look.

Companies mentioned:常盤薬品工業株式会社、ノエビアグループ、Amazon

Announcement of a Gold Partner Agreement with Seikyo Co., Ltd.

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Football Club Mito HollyHock Co., Ltd. has signed a new official partner agreement (Gold Partner) with Seikyo Co., Ltd. The agreement runs from March 28, 2026, to March 27, 2027, and includes an advertisement on a sign in the 3rd row behind the goal. Takamasa Suzuki, representative director of Seikyo Co., Ltd., said he was honored to join as a partner in the landmark year the club achieved promotion to J1, and emphasized the importance of contributing to the local community. The company is based in Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture, and operates across a wide range of businesses, including the design and manufacture of overhead cranes, electrical equipment construction and air-conditioning equipment construction.

“PRO Exhibition,” a quirky, funny and cute exhibition event by popular kids’ creator Miran, who has more than 3 million followers across social media, evolves with a new concept.

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BitStar will hold “PRO Exhibition Company Edition,” an exhibition by kids’ creator Miran, who has more than 3 million social media followers, in Daikanyama in June 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社BitStar、講談社、宝島社

The “Boshimo” maternal and child health handbook app launches in Iijima, Nagano Prefecture!

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The “Boshimo” maternal and child health handbook app will be introduced in Iijima, Nagano Prefecture, as “Iijima Sukusuku Navi,” with service starting April 1.

Companies mentioned:母子モ株式会社、こども家庭庁

SBI General Insurance launches hail alert emails using its proprietary hail hazard prediction model, the first of its kind among direct insurers.

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SBI General Insurance has developed a hail hazard prediction model, the first of its kind among direct insurers, and will begin sending hail alert emails to auto insurance policyholders on March 30.

Companies mentioned:株式会社リロクラブ、株式会社AUTOLAB

—Okinawa’s first Royal Host offering a breakfast buffet opens— “Royal Host Naha Kokusai-dori” opens Friday, April 3

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Originalロイヤルグループは2026年4月3日に沖縄で「ロイヤルホスト那覇国際通り店」をオープンします。沖縄初の朝食ビュッフェを導入し、ご当地メニューを含む80品目以上を提供します。

Companies mentioned:ロイヤルグループ、ホテルモントレ ラ・スール那覇

AstraZeneca promotes new measures to address COPD and extend healthy life expectancy in 郡山市

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AstraZeneca and 郡山市 in Fukushima Prefecture have begun working together to develop a model for extending healthy life expectancy through the early detection and treatment of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). A kickoff seminar for industry-government-academia collaboration was held on March 27, 2026.

Companies mentioned:郡山市、郡山医師会、福島県立医科大学、モミの木クリニック

Zeal wins “FY26 Japan Partner of the Year” at Domo’s “Partner Summit”

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株式会社ジール received the “FY26 Japan Partner of the Year” award at an event hosted by ドーモ株式会社, in recognition of its domestic license sales performance for FY26.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジール、ドーモ株式会社、株式会社アバントグループ、株式会社アバント、株式会社インターネットディスクロージャー

JTEKT to support the 5th Asian Para Games as an Official Supplier (Tier4)

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Original株式会社ジェイテクトは、2026年10月18日から10月24日まで愛知県で開催される第5回アジアパラ競技大会にオフィシャルサプライヤー(Tier4)として協賛します。同社は社会貢献活動の一環としてスポーツ振興やアスリート支援に取り組んでおり、国際的なスポーツイベントを支援することで地域社会の発展に貢献します。今後もスポーツを通じた地域貢献と競技振興を目的とした企業スポーツ活動を継続する方針です。

JTEKT to support the 20th Asian Games as an Official Supplier (Tier4)

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Original株式会社ジェイテクトは、2026年9月19日から10月4日まで愛知県で開催される第20回アジア競技大会にオフィシャルサプライヤー(Tier4)として協賛します。同社は社会貢献活動の一環としてスポーツ振興やアスリート支援に取り組んでおり、国際的なスポーツイベントを支援することで地域社会の発展に貢献します。今後もスポーツを通じた地域貢献と競技振興を目的とした企業スポーツ活動を継続する方針です。

Notice of participation in the 7th Kansai Logistics Exhibition KANSAI LOGIX 2026

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Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate will exhibit at the “7th Kansai Logistics Expo KANSAI LOGIX 2026,” held at INTEX Osaka from April 8 to 10, 2026, where it will showcase logistics facilities including “LOGIFRONT.”

Companies mentioned:関西物流展 実行委員会

[More sponsors joining] Partners supporting the major “VALX Sports Festival,” marking its 6th anniversary, announced!

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VALX Co., Ltd. announced the corporate sponsors for the “VALX Sports Festival,” being held to mark its 6th anniversary. The article does not provide specific company names or event details.

“ZAMST COOL SHADER” cooling ponchos and vests, with cumulative sales topping 110,000 units, launch in an updated design that also blocks near-infrared rays, a cause of skin overheating.

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Nippon Sigmax has launched “ZAMST COOL SHADER” cooling ponchos and vests made with a new material that blocks near-infrared rays and helps limit temperature increases.

Companies mentioned:日本シグマックス株式会社

Asuene launches “ASUENE MEDIA PRO,” a specialist media platform for applying GX and sustainability information to business management.

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Asuene Inc. has launched “ASUENE MEDIA PRO,” a specialist media platform that shares GX and sustainability information with business leaders.

Healthcare enters an era of “thinking and circulating with AI” — A new standard with AI Hippo’s “Medical Loop” —

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AIデータ株式会社 and MedTech Group株式会社 have formed a technical partnership and launched “AI Hippo,” equipped with the “Medical Loop” AI feature to support decision-making in healthcare settings. It structures tacit knowledge on the front lines and reduces the workload of healthcare professionals.

Companies mentioned:AIデータ株式会社、MedTech Group株式会社

Enriching children’s “imagination” into “creativity” through rich, sensibility-building experiences: 学校法人瓜生山学園 to open its 2nd nursery school in Moriyama

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学校法人瓜生山学園, in partnership with 滋賀県守山市, will open the licensed nursery school Moriyama Children’s Arts University in April 2026.

Companies mentioned:京都芸術大学、学校法人瓜生山学園、滋賀県守山市

Notice of approval of the rights conversion plan and start of construction for the “Noborito Station Front District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project”

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The “Noborito Station Front District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project,” involving 3 companies including Tokyu Land Corporation, received approval for its rights conversion plan and began construction in March 2026. Completion is scheduled for fiscal 2029, with plans for a pedestrian deck and commercial and disaster-prevention facilities.

Companies mentioned:登戸駅前地区市街地再開発組合、東急不動産株式会社、小田急不動産株式会社、東急株式会社、川崎市、株式会社ネイ&パートナーズジャパン

Launch of a “Group-integrated Wealth Management Service” to support asset growth and protection for wealthy clients, including financial and tax services

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Tokyu Fudosan Holdings has launched a “Group-integrated Wealth Management Service” for wealthy clients. With 東急リバブル at its core, the service supports assets beyond real estate, including financial and tax matters.

Companies mentioned:東急不動産ホールディングス株式会社、東急リバブル

“Tokubei and Kaisen Atom Lucky Bags” are ready to use right away! Along with coupons worth a total of 3,000 yen, each bag includes 4 premium items, including popular condiments such as “Sushi Soy Sauce,” winner of the top Grand Prix award, and Steak Miya’s “Miya Sauce.” Just 2,400 yen, tax included!

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Atom, part of the コロワイドグループ, is selling a great-value lucky bag at “Nigiri no Tokubei” and “Kaisen Atom.” It includes coupons worth a total of 3,000 yen and premium condiments for 2,400 yen.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アトム、コロワイドグループ

No waiting! “Butamen Thick Noodle Snack,” ready to eat as is, arrives for a limited time

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New designs for character bottle mayonnaise! In its 2nd year featuring Tom and Jerry, Kewpie Mayonnaise (bottle) launches new designs

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Kewpie will release the 3rd design (spring/summer) and 4th design (fall/winter) of its “Tom and Jerry” bottle mayonnaise in 2026. This marks the 2nd year of the design collaboration.

Companies mentioned:ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー グローバル・コンシューマープロダクツ

“Initial D THE ARCADE” Official Livestream No. 10 Confirmed! New Season Begins! Get the Latest on the Version Update and New Collaborations!

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Sega Fave will stream Official Livestream No. 10 for the arcade game “Initial D THE ARCADE” on April 3, 2026, and announce details about the new season and version update.

Companies mentioned:株式会社セガ フェイブ、YouTube

“The Battle Cats” Celebrates 111.11 Million Downloads with Part 1 of Its Commemorative Event and Limited-Time Rare Capsule Draw “Download Anniversary Selection Capsule”

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PONOS Corporation is holding Part 1 of a limited-time event and the “Download Anniversary Selection Capsule” from March 30, 2026, to celebrate the “The Battle Cats” smartphone game surpassing 111.11 million downloads across the series. Login stamps, limited missions, high-difficulty stages, and more are available, giving users the chance to earn Rare Tickets, Cat Food, Catseyes, and other rewards.

On Tuesday, April 14, we are co-hosting “The Future of Work with AmiVoice × AI PCs—Experience the Latest AI Minutes Tool on a Next-Generation AI PC.”

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Advanced Media will co-host a seminar on the latest AI minutes tools using AI PCs on April 14.

Companies mentioned:HP、Poly、合同会社ecarlate

Disney Store to Grand Open at Kyoto Porta on Tuesday, April 28! Store Design Inspired by “Japanese” Aesthetics, with a Dreamlike World Enchanted by Magic

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Walt Disney Japan will grand open the Disney Store Kyoto Porta at Kyoto Porta on April 28. The store will feature a design incorporating Japanese elements, along with exclusive items and campaigns, offering a new shopping experience to tourists and local residents in Kyoto.

Companies mentioned:ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン株式会社

Say Goodbye to “I Can’t Upload It to AI” with “Ikinari® AI File Fit,” Launching Monday, March 30

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Sourcenext will launch “Ikinari AI File Fit,” Windows software that automatically converts, splits, and compresses files to meet AI file-size limits, on March 30.

Companies mentioned:ソースネクスト株式会社

Cake.jp Launches Its 2026 Mother’s Day Gift Feature! A Wide-Ranging Lineup, from Classics to “Something New in Japanese Style”!

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株式会社Cake.jp has launched a gift feature for Mother’s Day 2026, offering a diverse range of sweets, including “evolved Japanese confections (neo-wagashi).”

Companies mentioned:株式会社Cake.jp

Brother Opens Trial Applications for “ACCELEVOICE,” a Speech Support App

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Brother Industries has named its support app that uses AI to learn and transcribe the speech of people with hearing disabilities and others “ACCELEVOICE,” and has opened trial applications with new features added.

Companies mentioned:ブラザー工業株式会社

OKI to Provide Its Fixed Measurement Barge “SEATEC NEO” as a Demonstration Field, Supporting Offshore Demonstrations for Unmanned Inspections of Offshore Wind Power Facilities Using AUVs and Other Equipment

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OKI conducted demonstration tests with AUVs and other equipment on its barge in Numazu in collaboration with 3 companies, including Toyo Engineering, aiming to automate underwater inspections of offshore wind power facilities, and proposed a roadmap toward social implementation.

Companies mentioned:東洋エンジニアリング株式会社、日鉄エンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社FullDepth

Works by More Than 150 Japanese Creators to Be Presented in 8 Countries and Regions Worldwide! “Creator Toy & Art Discovery” Opens Today!

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BeeCruise株式会社’s “AniMeEon” is holding “Creator Toy & Art Discovery 2026,” selling works by more than 150 Japanese creators in 8 countries worldwide.

Companies mentioned:BeeCruise株式会社

[ Shizuoka Prefecture × eiicon: Event Report ] Report on the Results Presentation Now Available! “FIELD2※~SHIZUOKA SPORTS OPEN INNOVATION~2025”

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eiicon held a results presentation for “FIELD2,” a sports open innovation program, on March 17, 2026, in partnership with Shizuoka Prefecture. The program aims to create new sports businesses and revitalize local communities by connecting sports teams in Shizuoka Prefecture with companies and startups from across Japan.

Companies mentioned:株式会社eiicon、東レアローズ静岡、藤枝MYFC、SmileJapan、UKIWA

Popular in Europe, SENSAI’s “Neck and Decollete Essence” Arrives in a Bright, Spring-Inspired Design; Limited-Quantity Set Goes on Sale Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

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A limited-edition set of “Neck and Decollete Essence” from SENSAI, the prestige brand of カネボウ化粧品, will go on sale on April 1, 2026. Its spring-inspired design aims to appeal to gift buyers.

Companies mentioned:カネボウ化粧品

CCC and Nomura Real Estate to Open Their 2nd Collaborative Workspace, “SHARE LOUNGE Harumi Triton with H¹T,” at the End of March 2026

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CCC and Nomura Real Estate will open the 2nd location combining their shared office brands “SHARE LOUNGE” and “H¹T” at Harumi Triton Square at the end of March 2026.

Companies mentioned:カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、野村不動産株式会社

A Limited-Edition Assortment of 3 “Cheesecake” Flavors from 資生堂パーラー, Bringing a Refreshing Summer Breeze!

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資生堂パーラー will release a limited-quantity assortment of 3 cheesecakes, including the summer-only “Lemon” and “White Peach” flavors, starting April 25, 2026.

Companies mentioned:資生堂パーラー

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