[NHK Culture] Special class by the production team behind NHK’s “Gorogoro Panda Diary”: “NHK’s ‘Gorogoro Panda Diary’—Behind-the-Scenes Talk”—Two people who followed Tantan discuss memorable scenes and production stories [April 4 (Sat.), 13:30]
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NHK Culture will hold a special lecture on April 4, 2026, looking back on Tan Tan, the giant panda at 神戸市立王子動物園. A program cameraman and the production supervisor will take the stage and share behind-the-scenes stories.
Move on from a website that brings in no inquiries. 株式会社グッドラフ launches a web marketing support service specializing in professional firms
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株式会社グッドラフ has launched a web marketing support service specializing in professional firms, such as law offices and labor and social security attorney offices. The service helps firms move beyond a website that merely serves as a “digital business card,” using SEO, MEO and advertising management to attract clients and build trust.
プロモツール appoints Minoru Tsuzuki as adviser and launches pilot program focused on “scent, community and health”
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プロモツール株式会社 has appointed Minoru Tsuzuki, former president of 日本薬科大学, as an adviser. It has launched a pilot program themed around “scent, community and health,” offering local revitalization and health support solutions using scents for local governments and businesses.
【セルフィット marks its 20th anniversary with an event】“20th Anniversary” photography campaign to launch at all locations from April 1, 2026
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セルフィット, the photo studio operated by 株式会社セルフィット, will launch a special photography campaign at all its locations from April 1 to mark its 20th anniversary.
株式会社Elith will run a mobile advertising campaign in the Shibuya area on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. For 3 hours, from 18:00 to 21:00, 9 walking advertising panels will move through the streets and reach passersby directly. The campaign will also award free credits worth 1,000 yen for the AI app development platform “GENFLUX” in connection with the advertising placement. Elith provides AI solutions and develops and operates the AI platform “GENFLUX”.
Survey of 1,000 people reveals realities of the “oshi-katsu” market: 30% participate, while over 70% say corporate collaborations improve their impression
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A survey on “oshi-katsu” conducted using アイブリッジ株式会社’s self-service survey tool “Freeasy” found that 30.0% of the 1,000 men and women aged 15 and older surveyed participate in oshi-katsu, while 74.3% spend less than 10,000 yen per month on average. Slightly more than 70% said collaborations with companies improve their impression, highlighting the strong affinity between “oshi” fandom and consumer spending. The survey was conducted on February 27, 2026, and the estimated market size has reached approximately 4.1 trillion yen.
Only Japanese shipping company to sponsor and attend CERAWeek 2026
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株式会社商船三井 was the only Japanese shipping company to sponsor and attend CERAWeek 2026, one of the world’s largest international energy industry conferences, held in Houston, the United States, from March 23 to 27, 2026. Discussions covered energy trends, geopolitics, and AI and digital technologies. The company exchanged views on the outlook for the shipping industry, energy strategies and decarbonization. Senior Managing Executive Officer Suryan Wirya-Simunovic and head of South American operations Ana Carolina Siniscalchi joined panel discussions and spoke about the importance of LNG and efforts to decarbonize the shipping sector.
【Free admission】株式会社ワサビ to speak and exhibit at “Reuse Business EXPO Spring”! Introducing cross-border e-commerce and automation solutions powered by “ワサビスイッチ,” which requires no translation, amid growing overseas demand for used apparel
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株式会社ワサビ will exhibit at “Reuse Business EXPO Spring,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 to 10, 2026. Against the backdrop of growing overseas demand for used apparel, the company will showcase products including “ワサビスイッチ,” an e-commerce management system that enables listings on more than 30 marketplaces in Japan and overseas without translation. President and Representative Director Hiroshi Okubo will also speak at a special seminar on the potential of the reuse market. The event will offer cross-border e-commerce expertise and practical solutions.
Notice of “TAIWAN Tech Pavilion” exhibition at Japan IT Week Spring 2026
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Taiwan’s Institute for Information Industry and TEEMA will exhibit the “TAIWAN Tech Pavilion” at Japan IT Week Spring in April 2026. The pavilion will showcase advanced solutions for manufacturing and logistics, including edge AI and generative AI.
Companies mentioned：財団法人資訊工業策進会、台湾区電機電子工業同業公会、NexAIoT、Inventec、AIMobile、Graid Technology、INFINITIX、Phison、Netiot、ShareGuru、Kapito、TAC Dynamics、Baosen International
【とんかつ神楽坂さくら】“旬あじフライ” debuts, with tender, thick fillets and a crisp texture — enjoy the rich sweetness of branded Japanese horse mackerel with grated wasabi soy sauce
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とんかつ神楽坂さくら will begin serving a limited-time menu featuring the rare branded Japanese horse mackerel “旬（とき）あじ” from Nagasaki Prefecture on April 1, 2026.
Catch anomalies with dual notifications! “ハサレポ遠隔監視キャンペーン” launches
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ラトックシステム has launched a limited-time campaign for its “ハサレポ遠隔監視スターターセット.” The set automatically monitors temperatures and equipment for anomalies 24 hours a day and sends notifications both to smartphones and to an on-site indicator light. It is available at a special price during the campaign.
The Koshien History Museum, operated by Hanshin Electric Railway, will hold a special talk show on April 17 featuring Masayuki Kakefu, a former Hanshin Tigers player. The event is being organized in cooperation with スポーツ報知.
Developed with the town’s support by a former regional revitalization cooperation team member! New sake “出輝ーshukko” goes on sale
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恩田酒造 has launched a new sake brand, “出輝（しゅっこ）,” with support from Izumozaki Town in Niigata Prefecture. It was developed by a former regional revitalization cooperation team member using the town’s branded rice.
Shaping the future of education: introducing children to work while they are in elementary school. Career education that gives them the option of starting a business. Case studies from 2 schools in Takatsuki City released
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株式会社パラダイムシフトIDNet work's held an outreach class at an elementary school in Takatsuki City, offering career education that presents starting a business as an option. The children created their own business plans and presented them to business leaders.
Tuesday, May 26: AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar to cover powder technology, the fundamentals and practice of drying processes, equipment troubleshooting and key points for scale-up
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株式会社AndTech will hold a Zoom seminar on May 26, 2026, covering the fundamentals and practice of powder technology and drying processes, as well as equipment troubleshooting.
Vanquish at 25: 3 generations of performance worthy of a flagship and exceptional engineering
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アストンマーティン has announced the 25th anniversary of the first unveiling of its flagship model, the Vanquish. The latest, 3rd-generation model is the brand’s most powerful, boasting 835 PS.
Discover a wealth of talent in Tokyo’s Fukagawa district: “Art Para Fukagawa Chatty Art Festival 2026” calls for entries to the “Art Para Fukagawa Grand Prize 2026,” a nationwide competition on one of Japan’s largest scales, with around 200 selected works and around 50 award-winning works!
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アートパラ深川おしゃべりな芸術祭実行委員会 and 一般社団法人アートパラ深川 have opened submissions for “Art Para Fukagawa Grand Prize 2026,” a nationwide art competition for artists with disabilities. The competition will be held on one of Japan’s largest scales, with an expanded number of selected entries.
西日本旅客鉄道 has updated its mobility and lifestyle navigation app, “WESTER,” enabling users to register “My Stations” at all 180 Tokyo Metro stations across 9 lines from March 30, 2026. Users can now easily check station timetables and facility information from the app’s home screen. Linking the app with “Tokyo Metro my! app” also enables users to check train locations and delay information.
New K10 jewelry from VARIÉLLE: introducing the “Airy Gold” collection, designed to sit lightly and comfortably
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Jewelry brand VARIÉLLE has unveiled its “Airy Gold” collection, featuring new K10 pieces. The collection is characterized by a lightweight feel and lab-grown diamonds.
Dr. Recella Group aims to create new value by making Kuro Fooding Group a subsidiary
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Dr. Recella Group made Kuro Fooding Group a subsidiary on January 30, 2026. This will allow Dr. Recella Group to advance its universal business and strengthen collaboration across its beauty, food, welfare and agriculture businesses. Kuro Fooding Group operates restaurant businesses and businesses centered on support for people with disabilities. Through this acquisition, the group aims to maximize business synergies and expand globally.
[Tohoku/Sendai] Curry shop launched through MAGARIBA, a new business-opening model with no upfront costs, serves over 1,000 meals in its first month. Also featured on 仙台放送’s “Araara Kashiko”; Instagram campaign runs through April 7
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HACHIYA CURRY Sendai Kokubuncho, which uses the sharing platform MAGARIBA, served more than 1,000 meals in its first month and has attracted media attention.
Launch of an “Image Translation Feature (Beta)” that translates banners and charts with embedded text in one click｜Makes translating internal documents with many diagrams highly efficient
Japanese social media platform Wick, dedicated to protecting talent, surpasses 1 million users! Also relocates headquarters to Kanazawa to strengthen recovery support
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Wick, the social media app operated by Wick Inc., has surpassed 1 million users. To mark the milestone, the company is holding a campaign and has relocated its headquarters to Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, to strengthen support for Noto’s recovery.
Notice of participation in Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026
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Originalホロン株式会社は、2026年4月16日から17日に幕張メッセで開催される「Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026」に出展します。ブース番号は[22-41]で、訪問予約特典として初期費用が半額（¥55,000→¥27,500）になります。同社は、次世代ショッピング体験を提供するショート動画プラットフォーム「SHOPREEL」を紹介します。このイベントには450社のスタートアップが集まります。
Inner care with lactic acid bacteria focused on “hyaluronic acid in the body”! All 5 products in the Hyalmoist line to be relaunched in stages from April 15 (Wednesday)
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Nissin Foods will relaunch all 5 products in its Hyalmoist inner-care line, formulated with the beauty-focused lactic acid bacterium Hyalmoist Lactic Acid Bacteria, in stages starting April 15, 2026. The 3 drink products will be improved, and the packaging design will be refreshed across the entire line.
Gadget tech, a media outlet covering the latest gadgets and more, has joined the Short Video Reporting Team operated by Vector Inc. This is expected to help companies and brands effectively share their latest information through short videos and increase awareness.
Online marriage agency En-Konkatsu Agent begins partnership with IBJ online
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Online marriage agency En-Konkatsu Agent has begun partnering with IBJ online. Members of En-Konkatsu Agent can now meet members of multiple matchmaking services on IBJ online, greatly expanding their opportunities to meet potential partners.
[Free Online Seminar] “Design Thinking for Manufacturers: Turning Technology into Value”
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NineSigma and Design Ethnography will jointly hold a free online seminar for manufacturers titled “Design Thinking for Manufacturers: Turning Technology into Value.” The seminar will explain a design-based approach to bridging the gap between technology-driven and value-driven perspectives.
Fukushima Central Television wins triple crown in average ratings for 2025
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Fukushima Central Television (Nippon Television Network affiliate, known as Chutele) won the triple crown in average ratings for fiscal 2025, according to figures released by Video Research. The survey period ran from March 31, 2025, to March 29, 2026. Among viewers aged 4 and over in the Fukushima area, the station recorded ratings of 4.5% for all-day viewing, 7.3% for prime time and 6.5% for prime time access, ranking first in all 3 time slots. This marks the achievement for the 6th consecutive year among the 5 television stations in the prefecture, including NHK.
Treats inspired by the “snow fairy” long-tailed tit. New Shimaenaga Family Baton Macaron, milk flavor, made with Hokkaido milk
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The Shimaenaga Family Baton Macaron, milk flavor, made with Hokkaido milk, has been launched as the 2nd installment in the Shimaenaga Family series inspired by the long-tailed tit.
“nico wellness Dental Clinic Hiroo,” a flagship center for preventive dental care, opens; Uniontec joins as spatial design partner
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Uniontec Co., Ltd. handled the spatial design and construction of nico wellness Dental Clinic Hiroo, a flagship center for preventive dental care opened by Doctorbook in 2026.
LayerX signs sales partnership agreement with Hiroshima Bank; launches service combining “Hirogin Smart Fine” and Bakuraku
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LayerX, Hiroshima Bank and Hirogin IT Solutions have signed a sales partnership agreement and will launch a new service connecting an invoice-receipt system with payment DX on March 31, 2026.
3 new Uji matcha chocolate snacks! Matcha treats with a variety of textures to launch in stages from Tuesday, March 31!
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Seven-Eleven Japan will begin rolling out 3 seasonal chocolate snacks made with Uji matcha at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide from March 31: Seven Premium Uji Matcha Mille-Feuille, Seven Premium Crunchy Uji Matcha Chocolate, and Seven Premium Uji Matcha-Coated Karinto.
A new trend in online matchmaking: En-Konkatsu Agent joins IBJ online
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IBJ announced that En-Konkatsu Agent joined its online marriage agency platform IBJ online in March 2026. The partnership aims to offer smooth introductions to potential partners for “midlife matchmaking users” who prioritize efficiency, while meeting diverse matchmaking needs.
May 22 (Friday) AndTech WEB online seminar: “Overview and Basic Principles of Inspection and Analysis Technologies in Semiconductor Processes, and the Latest Trends in New Analysis Technologies Combining Light and Electrons”
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AndTech will hold a Zoom seminar on inspection and analysis technologies for semiconductor processes on May 22, 2026.
Sales to begin of existing (pre-owned) detached houses inspected and upgraded under our own standards as “Certified Stock Homes” (newsletter)
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Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. will begin selling existing detached houses built by the company as “Certified Stock Homes” on April 1, 2026. In addition to building condition surveys before purchase, the initiative includes more than 100 inspections based on the company’s own standards, maintenance and value enhancement, providing buyers with safe, comfortable homes and comprehensive warranties and after-sales support.
Report on Event to Prepare for Returning to Work | OYA WORK Holds Its First In-Person Event, Offering Experiences and Consultations to Address Concerns Before and After Returning to Work
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OYA WORK, operated by With Midwife Inc., held its first in-person event, “Event to Prepare for Returning to Work,” at the アカチャンホンポ LaLaport Shinmisato store. The event offered support to help parents on childcare leave who are preparing to return to work ease their concerns and get ready.
May 21 (Thu): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar to be held on “The Essentials of Slurry Control That Determine Yield and Product Performance: Dispersion Evaluation of High-Concentration Slurries and Case Studies in Troubleshooting”
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AndTech will hold a Zoom seminar on “Dispersion Evaluation of High-Concentration Slurries and Troubleshooting” for the battery and electronic materials sectors on May 21, 2026.
岡山県美咲町 introduces the “IIJ Electronic @ Contact Book Service,” the first such initiative in the prefecture, and establishes a multilayered support system
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The “IIJ Electronic @ Contact Book Service,” a multidisciplinary collaboration platform provided by IIJ, will be introduced in 岡山県美咲町 starting in October 2025. It is the first such case in Okayama Prefecture.
First in the Kansai region! Original artwork exhibition for the pop-up picture book series “Who’s Eating?”
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Tokyo Shoten Co., Ltd. will hold an original artwork exhibition for the “Who’s Eating?” picture book series at the picture book shop Ehon to Koe in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, from April 8 to April 30, 2026. The exhibition will feature original artwork created by hand by artist Keitaro Sugihara, allowing visitors to experience colors and brushwork that cannot be fully conveyed in print. The series includes 3 books, such as the “New Edition: Who’s Eating?”, each on sale for 1,760 yen (tax included).
TOPPAN Group completely revamps its purpose website
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TOPPAN Holdings completely revamped its group purpose website, “TOPPAN's Purpose Special Site,” on Monday, March 30, 2026. The revamp included a review of the overall site structure and the organization and consolidation of content to make information easier to access and improve the browsing experience. The site has also evolved to deliver a diverse range of “Culture” content directly, including expanded interview videos in “Interviews About Culture” and new search and automatic translation functions for “Messages About My Culture.”
May 21 (Thu): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar to be held on “Basic Principles, Components and the Latest Numerical Analysis Techniques for Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells”
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AndTech Inc. will hold an online seminar titled “Basic Principles, Components and the Latest Numerical Analysis Techniques for Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells” on Thursday, May 21, 2026, as part of its Zoom courses supporting R&D development. The seminar will be led by Professor Takashi Tokumasu of Tohoku University, who will explain fundamental knowledge of fuel cells, their operating principles, technical challenges and numerical analysis techniques such as molecular simulation. The participation fee is 45,100 yen (tax included), and electronic materials will be provided.
The University of Tokyo and DENSO sign industry-academia collaboration agreement
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The University of Tokyo and DENSO have signed a 10-year industry-academia collaboration agreement effective April 1, 2026. The agreement aims to build a social system that connects energy, data and urban infrastructure, starting with mobility.
Permanent exhibition “Computers and Nature, Nature of Computers,” under the overall supervision of Yoichi Ochiai, revamped
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日本科学未来館 has revamped its permanent exhibition “Computers and Nature, Nature of Computers,” supervised by Yoichi Ochiai, and will open it to the public on April 1, 2026. New exhibits using generative AI and glasses-free 3D stereoscopic vision will be added.
Cute LINE stickers featuring “Ojamajo Doreminyon” are now available. The lineup includes 24 stickers, with easy-to-use designs as well as stickers to liven up chats. The stickers can be purchased at the LINE Store. The theme is “Doreminyon,” a character born from Hana-chan’s tears after the final episode of “Ojamajo Doremi Dokkaan!” Official channels on TikTok and YouTube also began streaming content on March 28.
New “Asahi Style Balance” TV commercial, “Unexpected Happiness,” starring Riisa Naka and Takahiro Ogata to air starting March 31
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Asahi Breweries will begin airing a new TV commercial for its non-alcoholic cocktail-style beverage “Asahi Style Balance,” titled “Unexpected Happiness,” on March 31. Riisa Naka and Takahiro Ogata appear in the commercial, highlighting the crisp taste unique to a sugar-free drink. Also launching that day is “Asahi Style Balance Dietary Support Sugar-Free Gin Sour Non-Alcoholic,” expanding the sugar-free flavor lineup. The product is a food with function claims containing indigestible dextrin (dietary fiber), with 0.00% alcohol, zero calories and zero sugars.
QTnet earns White 500 recognition as a Certified Health and Productivity Management Outstanding Organization for the 7th consecutive year
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QTnet Inc. has been recognized for the 7th consecutive year as a “Certified Health and Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2026 (Large Enterprise Category) White 500,” sponsored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Japan Health Council. Guided by the principle that “safety and health take priority over everything,” the company aims to eliminate disasters and accidents and create a comfortable workplace with less work-related fatigue and stress. It actively supports the health of employees and their families, and seeks to contribute to society as a company where employees can thrive at work and make the most of their abilities.
[Alnet Home] Wins Special Outstanding Award at “House of the Year 2025”; 12 consecutive years of awards accelerate adoption of GX-oriented homes
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Alnet Home’s high-performance “Gokudan no Ie” home won the Special Outstanding Award at “House of the Year 2025.” This marks the 12th consecutive year the company has received an award, recognizing the home’s high energy efficiency and insulation performance.
Carbon-neutral initiatives in boat racing: Introduction of environmentally conscious “gasoline blended with 30% ethanol” to all venues to begin in stages
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As part of its carbon-neutral initiatives, boat racing will begin introducing environmentally conscious “gasoline blended with 30% ethanol (E30 gasoline)” at all venues in stages starting in April 2026.
Case study released showing a 50% reduction in back-office processing time at Dentsu Operation Partners’ Vietnam office
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Altius Link has released a case study showing a 50% reduction in processing time for back-office operations at Dentsu Operation Partners’ Vietnam office. The introduction of SOPs increased the workload by 5.3 times while maintaining quality and improving efficiency.
Companies mentioned：株式会社電通オペレーション・パートナーズ、Altius Link Vietnam
May 20 (Wed): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar to be held on “The History of AI, Key Points for Implementing and Introducing AI Agents, and Their Use in Accelerating Materials and Product Development”
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AndTech will hold an online Zoom seminar on May 20 covering the history of AI, key points for implementing and introducing AI agents, and their use in materials and product development. Lecturers from Sapporo City University, Dai Nippon Printing and NEC will explain the history of AI research, the concept of AI agents, implementation processes and product development case studies.
Korean cosmetics brand “Dinto” adds 4 new shades to its popular lip tint, with sales to begin sequentially at Don Quijote stores nationwide from April 2, excluding some stores
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Korean cosmetics brand “Dinto” will begin sequentially selling 4 new shades and 6 existing shades of its popular “Blur Glow Lip Tint” at Don Quijote stores nationwide starting April 2, 2026. Dinto was launched in South Korea in 2021 and is known for its colors inspired by classical literature. The lip tint has sold more than 4 million units cumulatively and is highly regarded across Asia for its glossy finish and rich color. Tsukakase Trading Co., Ltd. is its official distributor in Japan.
Accepting a cabin crew member from J-Air for a 1-year personnel exchange
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As part of its efforts to promote airport-centered urban development, Toyonaka City will welcome 1 cabin crew member from 株式会社ジェイエア as a municipal employee for 1 year starting April 1, 2026. The city aims to create new value in public services, primarily through public relations work, by drawing on the high level of hospitality and responsiveness developed through cabin service. This personnel exchange will run from April 1, Reiwa 8, through March 31, Reiwa 9.
Fashion show featuring “budding designers” to be held (3/29)
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government held the final judging for the “NFDT” and “SFDA” fashion competitions for nurturing young designers—a fashion show—at Toranomon Hills on March 29.
Personnel exchange with JAL Sky Osaka expanded; mutual staff assignments to begin
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Toyonaka City will assign 1 staff member to JAL Sky Osaka, part of the JAL Group, starting April 1, 2026. This expands the staff placements from JAL Sky Osaka, which have been in place since April 2021, into a reciprocal exchange. Toyonaka City will also welcome 1 JAL Sky Osaka employee. The personnel exchange aims to develop staff at both organizations and improve services and create added value for the city and the company.
“Water-free” premium hair-care brand “OLES (オーレス)” to be available at luxury select shop “RESTIR” from April 1 (Wed.) | Structural-replication hair care reaches discerning customers
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Premium hair-care brand “OLES,” which uses no water, will go on sale at the luxury select shop RESTIR in Roppongi starting April 1, 2026.
[Survey findings] Learning sequence that maximizes the effects of inquiry-based learning identified!
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A survey by the National Institution for Youth Education and others found that, in inquiry-based learning, the sequence of “card games (conceptual understanding)” followed by “hands-on experience (forest activities)” produces the greatest learning outcomes.
Sapporo bike-share service Porocle opens for the season at 10 a.m. on April 5 (Sun.). Two new ports to open near Nijuyonken Station on the Tozai subway line!
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Sapporo bike-share service Porocle will begin operating for the season on April 5. It will add ports near Nijuyonken Station on the subway, while working to expand use and promote traffic safety.
Views from 100 meters above ground and an early-summer treat: Afternoon tea starring melon returns this year! “Melon Afternoon Tea” at Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower
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Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower will serve “Melon Afternoon Tea” at Lounge South Court from May 1 to August 31, 2026. The afternoon tea features sweets, savory items and baked goods starring Japanese-grown melon. Priced at ¥4,546 per person (¥5,500 including service charge and tax), it offers a chance to enjoy an early-summer moment while taking in views of Shinjuku.
Women-only, multigenerational shared residence to foster exchanges across generations and borders opens in March 2026: “Well’fe Nishi-Kunitachi”
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株式会社共立メンテナンス opened “Well’fe Nishi-Kunitachi,” a women-only, multigenerational service residence, in Kunitachi, Tokyo, in March 2026. The residence aims to build a community where students, working adults and seniors live together in a safe environment with meals provided and support one another. In response to rapid demographic changes, it offers a new form of housing.
[Oku-Yugawara Onsen Sansuirou] Spring-only menu now being served — an exquisite Japanese kaiseki meal prepared with carefully selected ingredients
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Sansuirou, an inn in Oku-Yugawara Onsen, will begin serving a spring-only Japanese kaiseki meal themed around Yugawara’s nature and literature on March 1, 2026.
Eight Knot’s autonomous navigation technology used in demonstration test under project demonstrating use of autonomous unmanned surface and underwater vehicles
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株式会社エイトノット announced that, in a joint demonstration with partner companies, a small vessel equipped with its proprietary “エイトノット AI CAPTAIN” autonomous navigation technology successfully collected data without human intervention from an observation target modeled on an offshore wind power facility.
[Gensen no Oyado Yugawara Chiyodasou] Seasonal spring menu arrives — a gentle Japanese dining experience to put you at ease
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Gensen no Oyado Yugawara Chiyodasou, operated by Noguchi Resort Management, began serving its spring seasonal menu on March 1, 2026. Its distinctive feature is the “Tamani Yasashii Menu,” named using the initial letters of healthy ingredients.
Nexty Electronics has launched “NEXTY Academia,” an internal learning platform. It aims to strengthen talent development and achieve sales of ¥1 trillion in fiscal 2030.
[Seiko Golden Grand Prix 2026] Noah Lyles, Tokyo World Championships gold medalist, confirmed to compete!
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Noah Lyles of the United States, a 2-time gold medalist at the Tokyo World Championships, has been confirmed to compete in the “Seiko Golden Grand Prix Athletics 2026 Tokyo,” to be held at the National Stadium on May 17, 2026.
HTB achieves 4 ratings crowns for fiscal 2025, for the 2nd consecutive year!
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HTB (Hokkaido Television) achieved 4 ratings crowns in the overall individual category and 3 in the household category in the Sapporo area for fiscal 2025, marking its 2nd consecutive year of doing so. Its in-house programs, including “Ichimoni!,” led the way.
Rokid Smart AI Glasses: Product handover event and social gathering for early users held | Sales top ¥270 million in about 1 month, as “AI experiences completed within your field of vision” make waves in Japan
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Rokid held a product handover event and social gathering in Tokyo on March 29 for customers who preordered the “Rokid Smart AI Glasses.” Total support purchases on Makuake have exceeded ¥270 million.
[Rokid Smart AI Glasses] Product handover event and social gathering for early users held | Sales top ¥270 million in about 1 month, as “AI experiences completed within your field of vision” make waves in Japan
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Future Model held an event for early purchasers of Rokid smart AI glasses. Support purchases on Makuake topped ¥270 million in 1 month.
Companies mentioned：AS WORLD TRADING AND MARKETING COMPANY LIMITED、BCL 2002 COMPANY LIMITED (PERMA)、BOONYARAT THAICRAFTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP、CHELAE (THAILAND) COMPANY LIMITED
Plans for a permanent food truck park using the parking lot at the San-in Godo Bank head office
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株式会社まつくる announced plans to develop a permanent “Kitchen Car Park” using part of the parking lot at the San-in Godo Bank head office. The park is scheduled to open on May 23, 2026, with the aim of enlivening central Matsue.
【Performance Report】KIMONO×DANCE PROJECT performs at the Honolulu Festival in Hawaii, U.S.
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KIMONO×DANCE PROJECT performed at the Honolulu Festival, held in Hawaii, U.S., in March 2026, showcasing street dance and other performances in costumes made by upcycling kimonos. The project shared the “tradition and innovation” of Japanese culture with the world.
東急不動産株式会社 joins, bringing the number of member companies to 89
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東急不動産株式会社 has joined 日本リサイクルカーペット協会, bringing the number of member companies to 89. This will accelerate the adoption of circular tile carpets in the construction and real estate industries and strengthen efforts to promote closed-loop recycling toward a sustainable society.
博報堂Gravity and 博報堂キャビン win both gold and silver at ADFEST 2026
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“CRAFTMAN, SHIPS,” a campaign marking SHIPS’ 50th anniversary, created by the project team “CREATIVE SESSION” from 博報堂Gravity and 博報堂キャビン, won both gold and silver at ADFEST 2026. The achievement follows its grand prix win at Spikes Asia 2026. The work was recognized for expressing the brand’s passion through artisan-crafted embroidery animation, under a theme exploring human creativity in the age of AI.
一般社団法人 家事ADR・ODR調停人育成機構 established with participation from lawyers, university professors and private organizations; Representative 小林弘典 appointed secretary-general
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Lawyers, university professors and private organizations joined forces to establish 一般社団法人 家事ADR・ODR調停人育成機構 in March 2026. 小林弘典, president of 株式会社リライフテクノロジー, was appointed secretary-general. The organization aims to promote family ADR and ODR to support amicable divorces and train specialist mediators.
Supporting DX promotion and AI adoption by small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo! New initiative for Reiwa ８ fiscal year: DX Promotion Total Support Program
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東京都 and the 東京都中小企業振興公社 will launch the “DX Promotion Total Support Program” for small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo in Reiwa 8. The program will provide integrated support, from AI adoption and DX strategy development to system installation subsidies.
Support recipients selected for the 10th round (2nd round of Reiwa 7) of the Equipment Investment Support Program for Promoting Business Growth
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東京都 and the 東京都中小企業振興公社 have selected 92 projects for the 10th round of the equipment investment support program, which aims to strengthen the competitiveness and improve the productivity of small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo.
80% of young people say they “want to work”; サンカクシャ launches cleaning business サンカククリア
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特定非営利活動法人サンカクシャ has fully launched サンカククリア, a cleaning business aimed at supporting young people’s employment. It offers young people who are willing to work but experience anxiety in social interactions the chance to learn specialized skills and access a supportive workplace, helping them return to society.
【Agreement Signed】Agreement signed with 鴻巣市 on the establishment of welfare shelters during disasters.
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社会福祉法人元気村 signed an agreement with 鴻巣市 on March 24, 2026, concerning the establishment of welfare shelters during disasters. The agreement will help prepare to accommodate older people, people with disabilities and others who would have difficulty living in general shelters, strengthening local disaster preparedness.
Officially approved: 東京都 subsidy for review fees for the 20th Kids Design Award, recognizing products and other items designed with children’s safety in mind
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東京都 has officially approved a full subsidy for the 66,000-yen review fee for small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo entering the “Safety and Security Enhancement” category of the 20th Kids Design Award. The program aims to promote the development and adoption of products designed with children’s safety in mind.
French single malt crafted by Calvados house シャトードブルイユ evolves
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株式会社ジャパンインポートシステム will launch “ル ブルイユ ゴールデンプロミス” on April 1, 2026. The French single malt is crafted by シャトードブルイユ, a leading Calvados producer in Normandy, France. It is a rebranding of the existing “オリジン” and has also won international awards.
株式会社Japan Insider has launched the “VRTX Training Partner Program” to promote the fitness band VRTX and support product development. Two professional trainers have been appointed as the inaugural partners.
New Diversity Promotion Office established to actively leverage diverse talent
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表示灯株式会社 will establish a Diversity Promotion Office on April 1, 2026, to actively leverage diverse talent. The office will promote a workplace where people can make the most of their individuality, regardless of gender, age, nationality or disability. A female executive officer will head the office, which will work to create a supportive workplace for all employees as well as advance women’s participation.
Originalマジックソフトウェア・ジャパン、親会社であるMagic Software Enterprises Ltd.のMatrix IT Ltd.との統合に伴いグローバル連携を強化
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Magic Software Enterprises, the parent company of マジックソフトウェア・ジャパン, has integrated with leading Israeli IT services company Matrix IT. The integration will strengthen global development capabilities and support for DX promotion.
Companies mentioned：Magic Software Enterprises Ltd.、Matrix IT Ltd.、Formula Systems
インテグリカルチャー has signed a joint development agreement with オイシックス・ラ・大地 and will launch a project to create “regionally branded cellular foods” in Niigata Prefecture.
—The sea comes to Tokorozawa! Sea creatures gather in one place!—Sayama Ski Resort’s summer season “2026 Water Fest” runs April 25 to September 27, 2026
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The indoor theme park “2026 Water Fest” will be held at Sayama Ski Resort from April 25 to September 27, 2026. Ticket sales through the Seibu Line app will also begin.
Collaboration with Shoma Fujihira of the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles throughout the 2026 season!
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Keisei Electric Railway has announced a collaboration with Shoma Fujihira of the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles for the 2026 season. Plans include setting up a kids’ station at the stadium and distributing original baseball cards when he takes the mound.
MOL PLUS, the MOL Group’s CVC, joins 東京都-led TIB CATAPULT
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MOL PLUS, the CVC of the MOL Group, has joined the 2nd cohort of the logistics co-creation cluster in TIB CATAPULT, 東京都’s startup support program. It aims to address challenges in the logistics industry and create next-generation standards.
Notion to exhibit at “Japan DX Week — DX Expo for Internal Business Operations”
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Notion Labs Japan will exhibit at the DX Expo for Internal Business Operations at Japan DX Week, being held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 to 10, 2026.
First certification as a “Benefits Promotion Corporation” at Hataraku Yell 2026
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株式会社JALUX has been certified for the first time as a “Benefits Promotion Corporation” at Hataraku Yell 2026, backed by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The certification recognizes organizations committed to enhancing and making effective use of employee benefits. Guided by its corporate philosophy, “Partner in Creating Happiness,” the company is focused on creating an environment where employees and their families are healthy in mind and body and can find happiness in both their personal and professional lives.