# AI News 180m Report｜2026-03-30 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 7 of 19

One place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Japan, 1817 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【Upopoy】Shiraoi, Hokkaido | Audio guide app to be revamped on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000122187.html
- anchor: #n11475
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人アイヌ民族文化財団、Google、Apple、Microsoft

The official audio guide app for Upopoy, operated by 公益財団法人アイヌ民族文化財団, will be revamped as a browser-based version starting April 1, 2026. Distribution of the existing downloadable app will end on April 10.

## Bringing refined living at CREVIA condominiums to life, an original fragrance, “Memories of Blue,” has been developed

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000047364.html
- anchor: #n11474
- Companies mentioned: 伊藤忠都市開発株式会社、株式会社セントカンパニー

Itochu Urban Development and セントカンパニー jointly developed the original fragrance “Memories of Blue” for CREVIA condominiums. The fragrance aims to enhance the value of the living space and strengthen the brand’s image.

## Online identity verification service “LIQUID eKYC” provided to mobile communications service “GOJAPAN Mobile”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000061051.html
- anchor: #n11473
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Liquid、Go Japan株式会社

株式会社Liquid introduced its online identity verification service “LIQUID eKYC” to Go Japan株式会社’s mobile communications service “GOJAPAN Mobile.” The service enables fast and secure identity verification when customers sign up for a SIM card.

## New “Subscription Course Service” launches at the Distribution Business School on April 1 ～ Reduces the training burden on the front lines and supports reskilling and the development of practical skills in the distribution and retail industries

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000036006.html
- anchor: #n11472
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人流通経済研究所

The Distribution Economics Institute will launch a subscription service for businesses on April 1, offering access to all 9 courses at the Distribution Business School for a flat fee.

## Supporting 認定NPO法人横浜こどもホスピスプロジェクト: In-store fundraising begins for “Yokohama Children’s Hospice: Umi to Sora no Ouchi”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000135515.html
- anchor: #n11471
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人横浜こどもホスピスプロジェクト、STORY STORY YOKOHAMA、HIBIYA CENTRAL MARKET

Yurindo will begin in-store fundraising at 38 locations, mainly in the Kanto region, to support 認定NPO法人横浜こどもホスピスプロジェクト. The campaign aims to raise awareness and donations for efforts to support children and their families by drawing on local connections.

## Just add as a topping for an easy meal! A new product offering protein joins the Dry Pack series

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000040982.html
- anchor: #n11470
- Companies mentioned: 日本生活協同組合連合会

The Japanese Consumers’ Co-operative Union will launch “CO・OP Soy Crumbles and Vegetable Mix Dry Pack” on April 1, 2026. It provides plant-based protein with no need to rehydrate, offering a convenient option in response to health-conscious consumers and environmental concerns.

## NX South Asia & Oceania launches full-scale operations of its Indian Ocean Strategy Office to expand business in the Indian Ocean region

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000136897.html
- anchor: #n11469
- Companies mentioned: NIPPON EXPRESSホールディングス株式会社

NX South Asia & Oceania has established the Indian Ocean Strategy Office in Mumbai, India, and begun full-scale operations to accelerate growth in its logistics business in India, the Middle East and Africa.

## “Kin Friends,” mysterious creatures from inside your tummy, arrive in the all-in-one gut health app “Floreco by Mykinso”!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000015042.html
- anchor: #n11468

株式会社サイキンソー has significantly updated its gut health app “Floreco by Mykinso” and launched “Kin Friends,” a new feature that turns gut bacteria into characters. The app uses gamification, with characters growing and evolving through meal logging and gut health activities.

## Satoyume, a regional revitalization producer, launches the corporate “Satoyume Hotels Subscription Plan,” ideal for corporate health management, employee benefits and workations

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000050855.html
- anchor: #n11467
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとゆめ

株式会社さとゆめ has launched “Satoyume Hotels Subscription Plan,” a corporate lodging subscription service. In response to demand for corporate health management and workations, the plan offers flat-rate access across 3 nature-rich facilities.

## アトレの運営するSCで「TTG-MONSTAR」が初導入！2026年3月28日にオープンした「OIMACHI TRACKS」の「ロジウラカリィ サムライ.」へ導入

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000057612.html
- anchor: #n11466
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトレ、ロジウラカリィ サムライ.

株式会社TOUCH TO GO announced that it has installed its multifunctional self-checkout register “TTG-MONSTAR” at “ロジウラカリィ サムライ.”, located in a facility directly connected to Oimachi Station.

## LAPRAS adds a new feature to support hiring engineers for AI product development, a role seeing rapidly growing demand

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000024729.html
- anchor: #n11465

LAPRAS has added a new label to the “AI Skills Highlights” feature of its engineer recruitment service. The label automatically identifies candidates with experience in or an interest in AI product development.

## Aeon Entertainment opens its 3rd location in Vietnam, and its first in Ho Chi Minh City: “AEON BETA Central Premium”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000105594.html
- anchor: #n11464
- Companies mentioned: ベータメディア（BETA MEDIA JSC）、AEON ENTERTAINMENT VIETNAM CO., LTD.

Aeon Entertainment opened “AEON BETA Central Premium,” its 3rd cinema complex in Vietnam, in Ho Chi Minh City in March 2026.

## Free guide now available: “Understand It All in 10 Minutes! A New Career for Those Who Want to Leave Sales”｜株式会社LDcube

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000131307.html
- anchor: #n11463
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LDcube

株式会社LDcube has released a free guide, “Understand It All in 10 Minutes! A New Career for Those Who Want to Leave Sales,” proposing new career paths—particularly roles such as in-house trainers—for people considering leaving sales.

## 【Is generative AI use unexpectedly a “correction nightmare”?】60% say 4 or more rounds of revisions are needed! Practitioners are calling for “consistency” and “partial rewriting”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000149156.html
- anchor: #n11462
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PRIZMA

株式会社PRIZMA surveyed generative AI users and found that more than 90% had made revisions multiple times, creating a burden on the job known as a “correction nightmare.”

## “Job Commit Next,” a career transition concierge service exclusively for “Job Commit” alumni, launches in earnest!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000015360.html
- anchor: #n11461
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HRteam

株式会社HRteam has launched “Job Commit Next,” a career support service tailored to graduates of its job-hunting service “Job Commit.” It offers continuous career support without requiring users to introduce themselves, based on data from their previous consultations.

## JR East Group’s in-station commercial facility “Ecute” launches pilot of new spot-work service “Cuecas”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000068701.html
- anchor: #n11460
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション デベロップメントカンパニー、株式会社Matchbox Technologies

JR East Cross Station and Matchbox Technologies will begin a pilot of “Cuecas,” a gig-work service tailored to the “Ecute” in-station facilities, in April 2026.

## au Insurance conducts survey on awareness of bicycle blue tickets, set to take effect in April

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000005870.html
- anchor: #n11459
- Companies mentioned: au損害保険株式会社

au Insurance surveyed bicycle users about the “bicycle blue ticket system,” which takes effect in April 2026. The survey found that awareness of the system was high at 76%, but only 32% understood the specific violations covered.

## Glamping stay collaboration with the TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” begins at Farm Resort THE FARM from July 17, 2026 (Friday) (Katori, Chiba)

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000020935.html
- anchor: #n11458
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ザファーム、小学館

株式会社ザファーム will hold a glamping stay collaboration with the popular TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” at its “Farm Resort THE FARM” starting July 17, 2026.

## au Insurance surveys bicycle insurance enrollment rate for fiscal 2025

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000005870.html
- anchor: #n11457
- Companies mentioned: au損害保険株式会社

A survey by au Insurance found that the bicycle insurance enrollment rate for fiscal 2025 was 64.2%, marking the first decline since the survey began in 2018.

## Toyohashi-exclusive “Dunkar Piyorin” arrives at Toyohashi Station Building “カルミア”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000124425.html
- anchor: #n11456
- Companies mentioned: 三遠ネオフェニックス、カルミア

ジェイアール東海フードサービスが、豊橋駅ビル「カルミア」にて三遠ネオフェニックスのマスコットとコラボした「ダンカーぴよりん」を期間限定で販売する。

## [Nextorage sale information] Notice of participation in Amazon’s Final New Life Sale

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000089028.html
- anchor: #n11455
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、任天堂

Nextorage株式会社 will participate in Amazon’s “Final New Life Sale,” running from April 3, 2026, and offer products including memory cards at discounts of up to 37%.

## 【Event report】“Pietro Dressing Umashio,” made with salt from Kumamoto Prefecture: completion report held at 熊本県庁

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000044322.html
- anchor: #n11454
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピエトロ、九電産業株式会社、熊本県庁

株式会社ピエトロ visited 熊本県庁 and held a completion report meeting for its new product, “Pietro Dressing Umashio,” made with “Amakusa salt” from Kumamoto Prefecture.

## Seminar on long-term stable earnings in the battery storage business to be held on April 21

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000109041.html
- anchor: #n11453
- Companies mentioned: 日経BP 総合研究所、JERA Cross、日経エネルギーNext、法政大学、自然エネルギー財団

株式会社パワーエックス will co-host a seminar with 日経BP 総合研究所 on long-term stable earnings in the battery storage business on April 21, 2026.

## One year after Asahi Kasei Homes and 麻布大学 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement, interim report meeting to be held on research themes for the endowed course

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000073738.html
- anchor: #n11452
- Companies mentioned: 旭化成ホームズ株式会社、学校法人麻布獣医学園、麻布大学

Asahi Kasei Homes and 麻布大学 held an interim report meeting on research conducted through an endowed program aimed at building a society where people and pets coexist. They presented findings on the health effects of sharing microbes and the formation of local communities through dogs.

## The innovative “All Wash Faucet” is here! | Notice of a one-day event on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000099387.html
- anchor: #n11451
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社finetrack

株式会社finetrack will hold an experiential event at its directly operated TOKYO BASE store on April 1, 2026, where visitors can try having its All Wash detergent come out of a faucet.

## Settsunan University identifies causes of rot in processing tomatoes resulting from disease during ripening

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000140284.html
- anchor: #n11450

A joint research group led by Associate Professor Yuichiro Iida of the Faculty of Agriculture at Settsunan University and Kagome Co., Ltd. has identified the causes of fruit rot symptoms seen in processing tomatoes during ripening. The research found that multiple fungi from the genera Colletotrichum and Alternaria contribute to the rot, with symptoms particularly pronounced in ripe fruit. The findings are expected to contribute to future disease control measures and the development of disease-resistant varieties.

## Osaka Institute of Technology receives approval under special system for curriculum and other matters

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000140284.html
- anchor: #n11449

大阪工業大学と大阪教育大学が共同で申請した「教育課程等に関する事項の改善に係る先導的な取組に関する特例」が、令和8年3月27日付で文部科学大臣の認定を受けました。この特例制度により、大阪工業大学は大阪教育大学がオンラインで提供する教職科目を自大学の開設科目として位置付けることが可能になります。令和9年度より、大阪教育大学が開設する4科目を大阪工業大学へ提供し、教職課程の質向上と安定的運営を図ります。両大学は連携協議会を設置し、特別支援教育やインクルーシブ教育など、関西圏の学校現場で重要性が高まるテーマについて専門性の高い教育を提供します。令和8年度から運営準備を開始し、令和9年度の授業開始以降も教育効果の検証と質保証の取り組みを継続する計画です。

## Corporate website of NTV group company 日テレリアルエステート relaunches!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000249.000005296.html
- anchor: #n11448
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日テレWands、日テレリアルエステート（旧社名不明）

日テレリアルエステート, a group company of 日テレWands, has revamped its corporate website following a change of company name. The site presents its business activities and corporate philosophy in a clear, visual format.

## Major expansion of shared bicycle ports at public housing estates!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000113324.html
- anchor: #n11447
- Companies mentioned: 神奈川県住宅供給公社、OpenStreet株式会社、株式会社ドコモ・バイクシェア

神奈川県住宅供給公社、OpenStreet、ドコモ・バイクシェアの3者が連携し、公社団地内のシェアサイクルポートを2026年4月までに16団地へ大幅拡大する。

## Ajinomoto Co., Inc. develops new production method for palm oil-free, amino acid-based biosurfactant※1

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000059753.html
- anchor: #n11446
- Companies mentioned: 味の素株式会社

味の素株式会社 has developed a new method for producing an amino acid-based biosurfactant made by fermenting sugar without using palm oil.

## Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management Co., Ltd. receives special prize at “ニューズウィーク日本版 SDGs Awards 2025”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000271.000084468.html
- anchor: #n11445
- Companies mentioned: ニューズウィーク日本版

Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management Co., Ltd. received a special prize at “ニューズウィーク日本版 SDGs Awards 2025” in recognition of its efforts to support art by people with disabilities.

## The story of “Young Town” in Osaka’s Senboku New Town revealed!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000019188.html
- anchor: #n11444
- Companies mentioned: 大阪府、国、南海電気鉄道

大阪府 Housing Supply Corporation has published a feature looking back at the history of “Young Town,” a community of housing for single people that opened in Senboku New Town in 1972.

## VENEX’s summer-only recovery wear returns with a new look. The new “RECOVERY COOL+” combines cotton with a cool feel and soft texture, and goes on sale April 20, 2026

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000065392.html
- anchor: #n11443

株式会社ベネクス will launch its new summer-only recovery wear series, “RECOVERY COOL+,” on April 20, 2026. Made with fabric that offers a cool feel against the skin and excellent breathability, it is designed to support comfortable rest in summer.

## “DX Meetup in SAKAI” to be held!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000100533.html
- anchor: #n11442
- Companies mentioned: 堺市、堺DX推進ラボ、一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会（JDX）、大阪公立大学

堺市 will hold “DX Meetup in SAKAI” on April 24, sharing real-world examples from companies that have overcome barriers to promoting DX.

## Popular strawberry cream now comes in bite-sized pieces! A treat to enjoy while studying or doing housework! “Oreo Bites Sandwich Strawberry,” with a natural sweet-and-tart strawberry flavor, launches Monday, March 30, 2026!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000009251.html
- anchor: #n11441
- Companies mentioned: モンデリーズ・ジャパン株式会社

Mondelez Japan will launch bite-sized “Oreo Bites Sandwich Strawberry” on March 30, 2026. The new product offers a convenient way to enjoy the sweet-and-tart taste of strawberries and meets demand for a quick snack during breaks.

## Making its first appearance in the Amazon New Life Sale: No blind spots with 3-sided sensors! The advanced “Animal Busters Ashura 2” animal repeller finally goes on sale!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000068824.html
- anchor: #n11440
- Companies mentioned: Amazon

The upgraded “Animal Busters Ashura 2” animal repeller, equipped with 3-sided sensors, makes its first appearance in the Amazon New Life Sale. With wide-area coverage, IP65 water resistance and USB Type-C charging, it helps protect against nuisance animals in spring.

## Revamp of Gurunavi’s zero-trust foundation supporting hybrid work cuts operating costs by approximately 40%

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000010609.html
- anchor: #n11439
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ぐるなび、Netskope

Tokyo Electron Device (TED) supported Gurunavi’s revamp of its hybrid work infrastructure, building a zero-trust environment using Netskope. The project achieved cost savings of approximately 40%.

## 旅行はこれ1つで！メイクノリキープ(※1)をサポートongredientsからトラベルキット登場

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000076505.html
- anchor: #n11438
- Companies mentioned: ongredients、COSME Re:MAKE、ドン・キホーテ

韓国発オーガニックコスメ「ongredients」から、クレンジング・化粧水・乳液がセットになった「スキンバリアGBトラベルキット」が登場。2026年4月3日より全国のドン・キホーテ限定で発売される。

## Strollers open doors: depicting families with strollers in redevelopment renderings shown to enhance a neighborhood’s appeal

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000350.000119558.html
- anchor: #n11437
- Companies mentioned: 日本電気株式会社(NEC)、明治大学

A joint study by NEC and 明治大学 used a randomized controlled trial to demonstrate that depicting strollers in renderings of completed urban redevelopment projects significantly improves evaluations of a neighborhood’s appeal.

## Ash hair salon styles hair and makeup for 23 finalists at the “2026 Miss SAKE Japan Finalist Presentation”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000354.000049680.html
- anchor: #n11436
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルテジェネシス、株式会社アッシュ、一般社団法人Miss SAKE、日本外国特派員協会

Ash hair salon handled hair and makeup for 23 finalists at the “2026 Miss SAKE Japan Finalist Presentation.” The salon is expanding opportunities for hairdressers to develop their skills and gain experience through work on outside stages.

## A chance for every past entry! A rematch across the ages: submissions open today for the SSFF & ASIA 2026 “DCP Award”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000357.000037516.html
- anchor: #n11435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディーカレットDCP、株式会社ビジュアルボイス

SSFF & ASIA and Decurret DCP have opened submissions for the “DCP Award,” which is open to films submitted to past festivals. The winners will be selected through democratic voting by fellow creators, using digital currency and DAOs.

## Strong support for the digital transformation of career guidance! Free PDF viewer now available to teachers at schools adopting the “Keisetsu Jidai” university entrance exam information magazine series — electronic editions of the monthly magazine and special issues also launch with the 2026 lineup

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000358.000055026.html
- anchor: #n11434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社旺文社

Obunsha has begun offering a free PDF viewer of the “Keisetsu Jidai” university entrance exam information magazine to high school teachers. The service supports the digital transformation of career guidance and aims to make teachers’ work more convenient.

## “The Look Back Exhibition: Theatrical Anime ‘Look Back’ — Kiyotaka Oshiyama: The Emotion of Lines” to tour to Shinsaibashi PARCO in Osaka‼

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000367.000048109.html
- anchor: #n11433
- Companies mentioned: PARCO、麻布台ヒルズギャラリー、スタジオドリアン、エイベックス・ピクチャーズ、集英社、ミックスグリーン

An exhibition devoted to the theatrical anime “Look Back,” which has surpassed 4.4 billion yen in cumulative box office revenue, will be held at Shinsaibashi PARCO in Osaka starting April 24, 2026, following its Tokyo run.

## Teach AI! A trial exhibition where visitors help develop an AI capybara behavior analysis tool

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000376.000084116.html
- anchor: #n11432
- Companies mentioned: AQUARIUM×ART átoa、株式会社神戸デジタル・ラボ

Aquarium atoa and Kobe Digital Labo (KDL) have launched a trial exhibition of a capybara behavior analysis tool that visitors can help train.

## Inbound sales in the Marunouchi area reach a new record※

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000394.000043503.html
- anchor: #n11431
- Companies mentioned: 三菱地所プロパティマネジメント株式会社、三菱地所株式会社

Mitsubishi Jisho Property Management and Mitsubishi Estate announced that inbound sales in the Marunouchi area reached a record 4,127 million yen in fiscal 2025, up 117% year on year. The result reflects an increase in international visitors, along with the success of a range of initiatives that make use of the area’s characteristics and stronger multilingual support.

## —The long-established sushi restaurant すし丸, founded 78 years ago—Sales begin for “Spring in Bloom: Cherry Blossom Viewing Bento,” bringing color to spring in Matsuyama

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000401.000004256.html
- anchor: #n11430

すし丸, a long-established restaurant founded 78 years ago, has begun selling its seasonal “Spring in Bloom: Cherry Blossom Viewing Bento” for the spring outing season. Packed with colorful dishes made with Setouchi ingredients and crafted with the skill of its chefs, the bento is designed to make Matsuyama’s cherry blossom season a special occasion. Prices are Yoshino Cherry Blossom at 2,700 yen, Yaezakura at 3,780 yen, Hatsuzakura at 1,620 yen, and Kozakura at 1,080 yen (tax included). A Kozakura bento exclusively for children is also available. Early reservations are recommended due to concentrated demand.

## [Fujiya] “Country Ma'am Bite-Size Lemon Cake”—looks and tastes just like lemon cake!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000097396.html
- anchor: #n11429

Fujiya will launch “Country Ma'am Bite-Size Lemon Cake” nationwide on April 7, 2026.

## 有明と豊洲エリアを船で巡る！アイドルの録り下ろしアナウンスとともに街をクルーズ船で視察する『アイドルマスター ミリオンライブ！～有明・豊洲海上視察～』を5月に開催

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000424.000027749.html
- anchor: #n11428
- Companies mentioned: WILLER ACROSS株式会社

WILLER ACROSS will collaborate with the popular idol content “アイドルマスター ミリオンライブ！” to hold a cruise event around the Ariake and Toyosu areas in May 2026. The special experience will blend travel and entertainment, featuring newly recorded announcements by the idols, exclusive merchandise, and light refreshments.

## リソル不動産、別荘シェア利用事業「リソルステイ」を拡大、「スイートヴィラ 那須高原Oasis」を4月18日に開業

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000448.000023271.html
- anchor: #n11427
- Companies mentioned: リソル不動産株式会社、リソルグループ

リソル不動産 is expanding its vacation-home sharing business “リソルステイ” and will open “スイートヴィラ 那須高原Oasis” in Tochigi Prefecture on April 18, 2026.

## 中之島公園を舞台に、20周年を迎える絢香がフリーライブ開催！バラクルーズや飲食など多彩な企画も楽しめる1日に！FM802にて優先観覧エリアの受付決定！

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000463.000088611.html
- anchor: #n11426
- Companies mentioned: FM802、Room Ayaka

Osaka-born artist Ayaka will hold a free special live show at Nakanoshima Park to mark the 20th anniversary of her debut.

## —Harumi 5-Chome West District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project— HARUMI FLAG receives “LEED-ND: Built Project Certification” and “SITES Certification” (both rated GOLD)

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000568.000001379.html
- anchor: #n11425
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、USGBC（米国グリーンビルディング協会）

HARUMI FLAG, promoted by 東京都 and 11 designated builders, has received GOLD ratings under the full certifications for the international environmental certifications “LEED-ND: Built Project” and “SITES.”

## [Win it together! Infinite Mission!] At last, they’re here! 2 kinds of sours made for “Infinite Skewers”—are you the tsundere type or the supportive type?

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000575.000027839.html
- anchor: #n11424

串カツ田中は4月1日より、「無限串専用サワー ツンデレ」と「無限串専用サワー 寄り添い」の2種類を発売します。平日は1杯290円（税込319円）で提供され、4月中に50,000杯達成で5月も継続されます。また、SNSキャンペーンでは、公式Xアカウントをフォロー＆リポストした参加者の中から抽選で7名にBRUNOホットプレートが当たります。

## Takeshi Tsuruno among the speakers! “Sea Folktales Forum 2026” to share the appeal of folktales through anime screenings and cross-disciplinary sessions

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000590.000161057.html
- anchor: #n11423
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本昔ばなし協会、日本財団

The Japan Folktales Association held “Sea Folktales Forum 2026.” The event introduced children to the appeal of sea folktales through screenings of new anime and voice-acting experiences.

## 「2026 びわ湖大花火大会」2026年8月6日（木）開催 湖上1万発の花火を特等席で楽しむ【琵琶湖ホテル】宿泊＆日帰り観賞プラン

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000640.000083761.html
- anchor: #n11422
- Companies mentioned: 琵琶湖ホテル

琵琶湖ホテル has announced accommodation and day-trip plans that include viewing from a front-row seat for the “2026 Biwako Great Fireworks Festival” on August 6, 2026.

## Hirakin Metal Softball Club home ground “HIRAKIN Rise Stadium”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000666.000009202.html
- anchor: #n11421
- Companies mentioned: ミズノ株式会社、平林金属株式会社、埼玉西武ライオンズ

Mizuno has renovated “HIRAKIN Rise Stadium,” the home ground of the Hirakin Metal Softball Club, completing the design and construction of its first softball-only stadium. It features specialized artificial turf designed to reduce environmental impact.

## Environmental certifications obtained for all 49 owned office buildings and commercial facilities—high ratings from GRESB as well, and first-ever “5 Star” rating in the Real Estate Assessment

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000677.000006953.html
- anchor: #n11420
- Companies mentioned: 東急不動産ホールディングスグループ

Tokyu Land Corporation has obtained environmental certifications, including ZEB, for all 49 of its office buildings and commercial facilities, achieving its target for fiscal 2025 ahead of schedule.

## “Connecting greenery” together from the “city”: horizontal recycling of interior building materials achieved in office construction

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000678.000006953.html
- anchor: #n11419
- Companies mentioned: 東急不動産株式会社、DIGGLE株式会社

Tokyu Land Corporation and DIGGLE collaborated to achieve “horizontal recycling” of interior building materials generated during office construction at Ebisu Business Tower. This reduced CO2 emissions by 4.7 tons.

## Installation of high-insulation windows and entrance doors helps reduce annual CO2 emissions during occupancy by approximately 1.2 tons (※1); recognition received through LIXIL’s climate change mitigation and adaptation project

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000678.000029869.html
- anchor: #n11418
- Companies mentioned: ケイアイスター不動産株式会社、株式会社LIXIL

KI-Star Real Estate received a certificate of appreciation from LIXIL for helping reduce annual CO2 emissions from homes by approximately 1.2 tons through the installation of LIXIL high-insulation entrance doors and other products.

## Mizkan signs 5-party partnership agreement with Tokushima Prefecture, Mima City, and JA Group to promote yuzu production areas

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000686.000065533.html
- anchor: #n11417

Mizkan Co., Ltd. signed a “Partnership Agreement on the Promotion of Yuzu Production Areas” on March 30, 2026, with Tokushima Prefecture, Mima City, JA Zen-Noh Tokushima, and JA Tokushima. The agreement aims to build a value chain from yuzu production to sales, develop regional agriculture, and revitalize the economy. It will address challenges such as a shortage of agricultural workers and an increase in idle farmland, while promoting stable yuzu production, job creation, and the introduction of smart agriculture. Mizkan aims to create new value in partnership with the community, drawing on its strengths as a food manufacturer.

## “AI Expo Spring 2026” announces 3rd conference speaker lineup! The latest themes for transforming the workplace come together, from organizational change through AI adoption at a 220-year-old company to physical AI strategies

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000751.000053344.html
- anchor: #n11416
- Companies mentioned: Highlanders、花王、DeNA、Mizkan

AIsmiley Inc. has announced the 3rd conference speaker lineup for “AI Expo Spring 2026,” to be held in April 2026. More than 40 talks will address workplace transformation, including generative AI adoption and physical AI strategies.

## 【東京都町田市】「町田薬師池公園四季彩の杜 春フェア2026～花の便り～」を開催します

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000835.000052170.html
- anchor: #n11415
- Companies mentioned: 町田市、町田薬師池公園四季彩の杜

The spring event “Spring Fair 2026: News of the Flowers” will be held from April 10 at 町田薬師池公園四季彩の杜 in 町田市, Tokyo.

## [東京都 TIB CATAPULT × eiicon] 8 organizations connected with the logistics industry to join as 2nd-term members of the “Tokyo Logistics Co-Creation Cluster”!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000881.000037194.html
- anchor: #n11414
- Companies mentioned: 飯野海運株式会社、KDDI株式会社、芙蓉総合リース株式会社、ロジスティード株式会社、日本郵政キャピタル株式会社、BIPROGY株式会社、キャナルベンチャーズ株式会社、株式会社マーキュリアインベストメント、株式会社MOL PLUS、東京都

8 organizations, including KDDI and Iino Kaiun, have newly joined the “Tokyo Logistics Co-Creation Cluster,” a logistics-focused cluster operated by eiicon Inc., as 2nd-term members.

## [Saitama Prefecture] Joint use of generative AI by local governments and other organizations in the prefecture

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000916.000104306.html
- anchor: #n11413

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## [Saitama Prefecture] Nicknames selected for 4 newly named prefecture-managed pedestrian bridges through an open naming-rights solicitation!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000917.000104306.html
- anchor: #n11412

Saitama Prefecture has introduced naming rights for pedestrian bridges to secure funding for the maintenance of road facilities. Through an open solicitation, nicknames have now been selected for 4 bridges: Hirosawahara Pedestrian Bridge in Wako, Shiroshita and Sugishita pedestrian bridges in Kawagoe, and Sumiyoshi Pedestrian Bridge in Tokorozawa. The naming-rights holders are Kiwa Kensetsu Kogyo Co., Ltd., Kawaki Construction Co., Ltd., and Hiraiwa Construction Co., Ltd. The contract period runs from April 1, Reiwa 8, to March 31, Reiwa 13. Applications are continuing on an ongoing basis for bridges that received no applications.

## [Saitama Prefecture] Through an open naming-rights solicitation, the nickname for Saitama Prefectural Nagatoro Genki Plaza has been selected: “Socioak SEED BASE 長瀞げんきプラザ”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000918.000104306.html
- anchor: #n11411

Saitama Prefectural Nagatoro Genki Plaza is a social education facility aimed at fostering the healthy development of young people and promoting lifelong learning activities for prefectural residents. Following an open naming-rights solicitation, its nickname has been selected as “Socioak SEED BASE 長瀞げんきプラザ.” The naming-rights holder is Sun Amenity Co., Ltd., and the contract period runs from April 1, Reiwa 8, to March 31, Reiwa 13.

## [Saitama Prefecture] Applications now open for a naming-rights partner for the Saitama Prefectural Indoor General Pool!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000919.000104306.html
- anchor: #n11410
- Companies mentioned: さきたまプールPFIサービス株式会社、前田建設工業株式会社、シンコースポーツ株式会社

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## 【X-girl】JAPAN JEANS launches!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000930.000018225.html
- anchor: #n11409

Streetwear brand X-girl will launch its JAPAN JEANS series on April 3, 2026, drawing on Japanese craftsmanship. The collection is distinguished by vintage details and meticulous attention to sewing.

## “Wa no Kocha” tea packaging gets a makeover

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001000.000039153.html
- anchor: #n11408
- Companies mentioned: アサヒ飲料株式会社、地紅茶学会

Asahi Soft Drinks will refresh the packaging for 3 products in its “Wa no Kocha” series, made with 100% domestically grown black tea leaves, starting in early April. The aim is to highlight the appeal of domestic ingredients and help revitalize tea farming.

## Testing a sustainable staffing model through work-sharing within facilities and between stations: JR East Group’s station shopping facilities “ecute” to launch a trial of new spot-work service “Q-cas”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001031.000082978.html
- anchor: #n11407
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション デベロップメントカンパニー、株式会社Matchbox Technologies

JR-Cross and Matchbox Technologies will begin a trial of their proprietary staffing-matching service “Q-cas” at the station shopping facilities “ecute” in April.

## 【Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo】Enjoy an evening of fireflies and fine dining in a garden in central Tokyo: “Fireflies’ Evening Dinner Buffet” begins May 17

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001047.000001368.html
- anchor: #n11406
- Companies mentioned: CHIKAKEN

Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo will begin offering its “Fireflies’ Evening Dinner Buffet” on May 17, 2026. The event pairs firefly viewing in the garden with a live kitchen, special cocktails and bamboo lantern displays.

## Oisix ra daichi and Integriculture sign joint development agreement; Integriculture to join the “Niigata Food Tech Town Initiative”

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001170.000008895.html
- anchor: #n11405
- Companies mentioned: オイシックス・ラ・大地株式会社、インテグリカルチャー株式会社、NSGグループ

Oisix ra daichi and Integriculture have signed a joint development agreement and will begin developing cell-based foods using Niigata’s food resources.

## Aobadai Store, the 2nd location for our directly operated “Tokyu Line Real Estate Brokerage” service, to open at Aobadai Tokyu Square on Friday, May 8!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001292.000010686.html
- anchor: #n11404
- Companies mentioned: 東急株式会社

Tokyu will open Aobadai Store, the 2nd location for its directly operated “Tokyu Line Real Estate Brokerage” service, at Aobadai Tokyu Square on May 8.

## NEC and 明治大学 study how depictions of strollers affect a city’s appeal—Research verifies that showing families with strollers in redevelopment renderings enhances a city’s appeal

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001298.000078149.html
- anchor: #n11403
- Companies mentioned: 明治大学

NEC and 明治大学 used a randomized controlled trial to demonstrate that depicting strollers in urban redevelopment renderings significantly enhances a city’s appeal.

## Real-time, car-by-car congestion displays to be introduced at Hibiya and Tozai Line stations

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001442.000020053.html
- anchor: #n11402
- Companies mentioned: 東京地下鉄株式会社

Tokyo Metro will launch real-time, car-by-car congestion displays at a total of 5 stations on the Hibiya and Tozai lines starting March 30, 2026, using depth cameras and AI.

## “Asahi GINON” launches new TV commercial, “NON-neechan Appears,” on March 31; Riho Yoshioka cast as the brand’s commercial character

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001478.000016166.html
- anchor: #n11401

Asahi Breweries will begin airing a new TV commercial for its sugar-free sour “Asahi GINON,” titled “NON-neechan Appears,” on March 31. Riho Yoshioka has been cast to help enhance the brand’s value.

## “Joiea Organic Sparkling Chardonnay Prestige” to launch in April

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001479.000016166.html
- anchor: #n11400
- Companies mentioned: エノテカ株式会社、シャヴァン

“Joiea Organic Sparkling Chardonnay Prestige,” a 0.0% alcohol wine-style beverage jointly developed by Enoteca and French シャヴァン, will launch nationwide in April.

## FANCL to host “Nagomi time En-nichi – A day to gently soothe the mind and body,” bringing together cancer patients, members of the public and healthcare professionals

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001517.000017666.html
- anchor: #n11399
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人がん研究会有明病院

FANCL hosted “Nagomi time En-nichi,” an event focused on appearance care for cancer patients experiencing changes in their appearance. Anna Umemiya and healthcare professionals took part, creating a space for interaction.

## “FANCL Health Big Data Survey, Vol. 5” analyzes the relationship between breakfast and nutritional status and health concerns among 30,000 people

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001518.000017666.html
- anchor: #n11398

An analysis of data from more than 30,000 people by FANCL found that those who eat ready-made meals such as boxed lunches and bread for breakfast have lower zinc and calcium adequacy and are more likely to feel fatigue and stress.

## New local flavors join the “Jagabee” lineup! “Jagabee Setouchi Lemon Flavor” exclusive to the Chugoku and Shikoku regions and “Jagabee Spicy Island Chili Flavor” exclusive to Okinawa

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001814.000030525.html
- anchor: #n11397

カルビー株式会社は、ご当地「Jagabee」の新商品として、中国・四国限定『瀬戸内レモン味』と沖縄限定『旨辛島とうがらし味』を2026年4月6日より発売する。

## 【Kobe Suma Sea World】Enjoy Golden Week for less with early-morning or evening entry! “GW Morning Deal Ticket” and “GW Twilight Ticket” now on sale

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001878.000007398.html
- anchor: #n11396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート

Kobe Suma Sea World, operated by Granvista Hotels & Resorts, will offer discounted tickets valid for early-morning or evening entry during the 2026 Golden Week period to help ease congestion.

## NCT WISH 1st CONCERT TOUR ‘INTO THE WISH : Our WISH’ ENCORE IN SEOUL LIVE VIEWING confirmed!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001995.000003481.html
- anchor: #n11395

The encore performance of NCT WISH’s first solo concert tour at Korea’s KSPO DOME will be shown via live viewing at cinemas across Japan on April 19, 2026.

## 【Niigata University of Health and Welfare】University to host “Team-Based Medical Care Experience” for high school students to learn about interprofessional collaboration!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002005.000032951.html
- anchor: #n11394
- Companies mentioned: NSGグループ

Niigata University of Health and Welfare hosted a “Team-Based Medical Care Experience” for high school students aspiring to healthcare professions. About 140 students from 13 schools took part and learned about interprofessional collaboration.

## 【3rd CLASSY. Workwear Awards】A total of about 90 CLASSY. readers and editorial staff select the winners from 205 items through voting!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002341.000021468.html
- anchor: #n11393
- Companies mentioned: CLASSY.、NOLLEY’S sophi

At the 3rd “CLASSY. Workwear Awards,” a matching set by NOLLEY’S sophi won the top award. The winner was chosen through votes cast by readers and staff from among 205 items.

## A special program featuring the cast of the TV anime “Akane-banashi” will air live for free exclusively on ABEMA at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, the day the series premieres! Anna Nagase, Rie Takahashi and Akihisa Shiono will offer an in-depth look at the highlights!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002970.000064643.html
- anchor: #n11392
- Companies mentioned: 集英社

ABEMA, “the television of a new future,” will stream a special pre-broadcast program featuring the voice cast live for free exclusively on the premiere date of the TV anime “Akane-banashi,” April 4, 2026.

## ABEMA to invite 10,000 people to the FC町田ゼルビア vs. 浦和レッズ match on Friday, May 22, at MUFG Stadium (National Stadium)! Campaign also offers 100 pairs of special seats with an immersive view

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002971.000064643.html
- anchor: #n11391
- Companies mentioned: FC町田ゼルビア、浦和レッズ、DAZN

To mark its 10th anniversary, ABEMA has launched a campaign offering free admission to 10,000 people for the May 22 match between FC町田ゼルビア and 浦和レッズ. A free live broadcast on “ABEMA de DAZN” has also been confirmed.

## “Theatrical Anime Look Back Exhibition: Takahiko Oshiyama—The Emotion of Lines” to tour to Shinsaibashi PARCO‼

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003810.000003639.html
- anchor: #n11390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パルコ、集英社、麻布台ヒルズギャラリー、スタジオドリアン、エイベックス・ピクチャーズ、ミックスグリーン

株式会社パルコ will hold “Look Back Exhibition: Takahiko Oshiyama—The Emotion of Lines,” an exhibition about the theatrical anime “Look Back,” which has surpassed 4.4 billion yen in box-office revenue, at Shinsaibashi PARCO starting April 24.

## “Youth Forum 2025: Let’s Vote! Everyone’s Tomorrow Debate Show!” to be held at YOSHIMOTO ROPPONGI THEATER on Wednesday, February 18, 2026

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004912.000029501.html
- anchor: #n11389
- Companies mentioned: 総務省、吉本興業、一般社団法人選挙制度実務研究会

An archive video of a political awareness event for young people, hosted by 総務省 and planned by 吉本興業, has been released on YouTube. INI’s Takeru Goto and comedians discussed elections and policy.

## Saitama Super Arena to be renamed “GMO Arena Saitama”!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005308.000000136.html
- anchor: #n11388
- Companies mentioned: GMOインターネットグループ株式会社、埼玉県、株式会社さいたまアリーナ

GMO Internet Group has acquired the naming rights to Saitama Super Arena, which will be renamed “GMO Arena Saitama” starting in April 2026. The group aims to create a smart arena that combines IT technology and hospitality.

## Applications open for Reiwa 8 “Tokyo Eco Builders” and “Tokyo Eco Builders Awards”!

- Published: 2026-03-30T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006541.000052467.html
- anchor: #n11387

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has opened applications for FY Reiwa 8 for “Tokyo Eco Builders” and the “Tokyo Eco Builders Award,” aiming to promote the spread of new homes with high environmental performance. The initiative seeks to recognize businesses’ efforts and advance decarbonization.

## Phoxter to showcase an “integrated logistics solution” linking AMRs, automated warehouses and next-generation sorters at Kansai Logistics Expo

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:49:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000135061.html
- anchor: #n11498

At the 7th Kansai Logistics Expo, to be held at INTEX Osaka from April 8 to 10, 2026, Phoxter will demonstrate an “integrated logistics solution” linking its in-house-developed AMR “StellaDrive,” a 3D pallet shuttle and a next-generation automated 3D sorter. The company aims to help address labor shortages and increasingly complex operations at manufacturing and logistics sites.

## MODE DIRECTIONS, which creates a richer future through innovative consulting, and Ippu Senkin, which develops AI to enhance corporate value, have formed a partnership. Their combination of consulting and AI will support business growth.

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:48:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000175896.html
- anchor: #n11499
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MODE DIRECTIONS、株式会社Ippu Senkin

MODE DIRECTIONS and Ippu Senkin have formed a partnership, combining consulting and AI development capabilities. By addressing challenges companies face in adopting AI and providing seamless support from management strategy through execution, they aim to improve operational efficiency and foster the creation of new businesses.

## 《ZETT》For those serious about rubber baseball, here’s why you’ll want to use them: the general-use batting gloves “Neo Status Mega High Grip Limited Model” are here!

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:43:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000566.000017505.html
- anchor: #n11500

ゼット株式会社 has released the general-use batting gloves “Neo Status Mega High Grip Limited Model” for rubber baseball players, featuring powerful grip and a comfortable fit. They also use a knit construction designed to reduce stress on the fingertips.

## A press conference was held on “Revealing the reality of people who fled beyond the borders of the Kumamoto Domain in the late Edo period — their destinations included sumo wrestlers, thieves and members of the Shinsengumi.”

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:42:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000340.000124365.html
- anchor: #n11501
- Companies mentioned: 熊本大学、永青文庫

Associate Professor 今村直樹 of the 永青文庫 Research Center at 熊本大学 analyzed “kuchigaki” statements in documents from the Hosokawa family dating to the late Edo period, shedding light on people who fled beyond the borders of the Kumamoto Domain. They followed various paths, becoming sumo wrestlers, thieves and members of the Shinsengumi, among other things, revealing aspects of society at the time.

## PROTCOL to hold a pop-up at the URBAN RESEARCH LUMINE Shinjuku store starting April 10

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:42:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001458.000003710.html
- anchor: #n11502

Tokyo-based brand “PROTCOL” will hold a pop-up event at the URBAN RESEARCH LUMINE Shinjuku store starting April 10. On display and for sale will be bags from its “VOID” series, inspired by architectural materials, as well as glass necklaces created in collaboration with glass artist 岩本優里.

## Why people over 35 don’t know Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s “Ao to Natsu,” with 1 billion streams — it has the same structure as workplace instructions that “don’t reach younger employees”

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:42:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000083936.html
- anchor: #n11503

HR consultant 平康慶浩 says there is a shared underlying structure between the low recognition of Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s song “Ao to Natsu” among people over 35 and the problem of instructions failing to reach younger employees in the workplace. He argues that the message is not reaching the other person’s “channel,” and that the sender needs to rethink how instructions are communicated.

## 56.7% feel that “being a manager is a punishment”! Survey of 300 people reveals a chain of promotion avoidance and “quiet quitting”! Survey results on middle managers

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:41:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000120587.html
- anchor: #n11504

A survey of 300 people found that 56.7% feel that being a manager is a “punishment,” while 63.3% said they did not want to become managers because of increased responsibility and long working hours. Awareness of “quiet quitting” stands at about 70%, but understanding of the term remains limited. The survey points to a cycle of mounting burdens on middle managers and declining employee motivation.

## Shin Nippon Biomedical Laboratories to expand its research and development facilities and sign a location agreement with Kagoshima City!

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:41:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000100148.html
- anchor: #n11505

株式会社新日本科学 has signed a location agreement with Kagoshima City in connection with an expansion of its research and development facilities. The company, whose main business is CRO services, decided to expand its research facilities in anticipation of increased contracts with major pharmaceutical companies in Europe and the United States. The project is expected to create jobs and revitalize the region.

## April 27 (Mon.) AndTech to hold a WEB seminar on “Latest technology trends in components for high-performance lithium-ion batteries: electrode materials (silicon anodes and nickel-based layered cathode materials) and various binders”

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:40:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001579.000080053.html
- anchor: #n11506

AndTech will hold a WEB seminar on April 27, 2026, covering the latest technology trends for improving lithium-ion battery performance. The session will focus on component technologies such as silicon anodes, nickel-based layered cathode materials and various binders, explaining their fundamentals and applications, as well as the latest research and development trends.

## May 19 (Tue.) AndTech to hold a Zoom seminar online on “Fundamentals and applications of gravure plate-making and printing, primarily for flexible packaging materials, and causes of and solutions to problems”

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:40:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001580.000080053.html
- anchor: #n11507

AndTech will hold an online WEB seminar on May 19, 2026, on gravure plate-making and printing for flexible packaging materials. The session will cover the fundamentals and applications of gravure printing, as well as the causes of problems and ways to address them.

## Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Hitachi launch initiative to jointly develop a “floating data center converted from a secondhand vessel”

- Published: 2026-03-30T22:40:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000530.000092744.html
- anchor: #n11508

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Hitachi, Ltd. have launched an initiative to jointly develop a floating data center (FDC) converted from a secondhand vessel. Targeting operations from 2027 onward, they aim to meet growing demand for data centers while reducing environmental impact and costs by reusing existing vessels. Seawater will be used for cooling.