Hanamaru Gakushukai takes No. 1 overall in the 2026 GMO Customer Satisfaction Ranking for children’s learning centers, preschool and elementary school category
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Hanamaru Gakushukai, a tutoring school operated by 株式会社こうゆう, took No. 1 in the overall preschool and elementary school category of the 2026 GMO Customer Satisfaction Ranking for children’s learning centers, announced by GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社.
NiCE named to Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026”
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AI-powered CX platform NiCE ranked 11th in the applied AI category of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026.” The company was recognized for strengthening CX automation through its acquisition of Cognigy.
Follow and comment on the official Instagram account for a chance to win Tachikawa Blind's popular "Airé" product!
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Tachikawa Blind Industry will launch a giveaway campaign for its light-filtering vertical blind "Airé" on its official Instagram account from March 30, 2026. Entries can be submitted by following the account and commenting.
[Marine Day only] Consider “returning to the sea”: experience the realities of sea burials on the “Marine Day Sea Burial Experience Cruise” in Tokyo Bay
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Sea burial service Sea Ceremony will hold its first "Sea Burial Experience Cruise" in Tokyo Bay on Marine Day, July 20, 2026. Participants will experience the realities of sea burial through a simulated ceremony and an onboard seminar. The event will also be open to the media and end-of-life planning businesses.
Crowdfunding surpasses 250 million yen! The world's first※1 open-ear hearing aid, "cocoe Ear (ココエイヤー)," to begin presales on its official e-commerce site from March 30
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NTT Sonority's open-ear hearing aid "cocoe Ear" raised 250 million yen through crowdfunding and will begin presales on its official e-commerce site from March 30.
LeSportsac and "The Powerpuff Girls" collaboration collection!! Launching 4/1 (Wed.).
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LeSportsac will launch a collaboration collection with the popular animated series "The Powerpuff Girls" on April 1, 2026. The collection features 12 types of bags and pouches in pop-art designs inspired by the 3 characters Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup.
The think tank organization "Z総研," which focuses on Generation Z, changes its name to "αZ総研" with an eye on the next generation.
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The think tank "Z総研," which studies Generation Z, has changed its name to "αZ総研" as it expands its research to include the next generation, Generation Alpha.
[April 24] Career preparation strategies for people who hope to leave consulting someday: It may look “laid-back,” but it's actually strategic
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Axis Consulting will hold a career preparation webinar for consultants starting April 24, 2026, featuring influencer Choco of "外資系うさぎのちょこさん." The webinar will discuss realistic post-consulting career options.
Takami to expand its presence to 4 stores nationwide, including @cosme STORE, from April 8.
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Skincare brand Takami will expand its retail presence to 4 stores nationwide, including @cosme STORE, from April 8. The expansion will give more consumers the opportunity to experience its unique "角質美容," developed in a cosmetic dermatology setting.
Japan's premier motorsport, SUPER FORMULA, adopts cutting-edge AI video technology "XtraMotion"
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Japan Race Promotion (JRP) will introduce the generative AI slow-motion tool "XtraMotion" in Super Formula. It generates high-quality interpolated frames in under 3 seconds without interrupting the live broadcast, dramatically enhancing the viewing experience for fans.
[More than 70 pages] Moving Japanese M&A from an “IPO alternative” to a “growth strategy”: ProtoStar releases a practical guide to startup M&A implementation
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ProtoStar Inc. has released the "Startup M&A Implementation Guide (more than 70 pages)," which systematizes insights from its startup M&A support program, "STARTUP M&A Circulation." The guide aims to shift Japanese M&A from being an alternative to an IPO to serving as a growth strategy.
NetApp strengthens enterprise-grade security through strategic partnership with Commvault
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NetApp and Commvault have formed a strategic partnership to provide an integrated solution that strengthens enterprise data security and cyber resilience. It combines AI-powered ransomware detection with rapid recovery workflows to minimize data loss and ensure business continuity.
Canopy by ヒルトン Okinawa Miyakojima Resort to open on Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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Mitsubishi Estate, Kajima Corporation and ヒルトン will jointly open Canopy by ヒルトン Okinawa Miyakojima Resort on April 1, 2026. The first Canopy by ヒルトン resort in the Asia-Pacific region, it will open at the same time as the adjacent commercial facility "Yard miyakojima," contributing to regional revitalization.
[Hajime Construction Co., Ltd.] Opens "Nagoya East Sales Office," a sales hub for its for-sale detached housing business, on March 30, 2026!
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Hajime Construction Co., Ltd. opened its "Nagoya East Sales Office" in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on March 30, 2026, to support its for-sale detached housing business. The office aims to strengthen the company's supply system in the Nagoya area, where housing demand is high, and meet the needs of first-time homebuyers.
Enjoy a stroll along Yokohama Minato Mirai's waterfront at the "BAY WALK KITCHEN" market! A limited-run satellite event of the annual "BAY WALK MARKET," held in collaboration with "Live! Yokohama"!
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Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse will hold "BAY WALK KITCHEN" from April 3 to 5, 2026, along the waterfront promenade in the Shinko district of Yokohama Minato Mirai. In collaboration with "Live! Yokohama 2026," the event will enliven the waterfront with 22 food trucks and marching band performances.
Shifuku Poncho to host ZIP-FM's artist program "FUTURE BOUND" on "NYEW EDGE" starting in April!!
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ZIP-FM announced that Rion, Vo./Ba. of Nagoya-born band "至福ぽんちょ," will take on the role of new navigator for its artist program "FUTURE BOUND" starting in April 2026. The program will share next-generation artists' musical roots and visions with listeners and create opportunities to discover new talent.
[Award announcement] "Hokkahokka Tei Hirokoji Nakata Store" wins the Face-to-Face Retail Division Award at "Service of the Year 2026"!
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"Hokkahokka Tei Hirokoji Nakata Store" won the Face-to-Face Retail Division Award at "Service of the Year 2026," hosted by AJS Research & Consulting Co., Ltd. As a community-focused store, it has earned support from a wide range of generations through warm customer service and carefully prepared food. As it celebrates its 50th anniversary, Hokkahokka Tei will continue striving to create stores beloved by customers.
[First for Sanko Pet] Recreating the “carefree happiness” of beloved dogs! Launch of “このコ想いのくつろぎマット,” a soothing dog-inspired design mat
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Sanko is launching "このコ想いのくつろぎマット," the first dog-inspired design mat from its pet care brand Sanko Pet. The mat features a 3D structure that recreates the carefree, happy appearance of beloved dogs and comes in 4 designs: French Bulldog, Shiba Inu, Schnauzer and Toy Poodle. It will be available for presale at the 15th Interpets Tokyo at Tokyo Big Sight and through the official online shop.
Mirabo launches maternal and child health handbook app "mila-e おやこ手帳" in Minamitane Town, Kagoshima Prefecture
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Mirabo has launched the maternal and child health handbook app "mila-e おやこ手帳" in Minamitane Town, Kagoshima Prefecture. The app promotes the digitalization of child-rearing support, including automatic display of vaccination records through integration with the My Number Portal.
MIRAI SCHOOL Itabashi – Education Vision 2035: A new education vision launches for MIRAI 10 years from now
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東京都板橋区教育委員会 has formulated a new education vision looking ahead to 2035, “MIRAI SCHOOL Itabashi – Education Vision 2035.” In an era that is difficult to predict, it aims to provide education that meets children’s diverse needs and supports learning and growth throughout their lives.
Joins MIT’s industry-academia collaboration program, MIT ILP
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Cosmo Energy Holdings Co., Ltd. has decided to join the Industrial Liaison Program (MIT ILP), an industry-academia collaboration program offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), starting April 1, 2026. This marks the Cosmo Energy Group’s first participation in a program led by an overseas university. Against the backdrop of the energy transition and advances in AI technology, the company aims to create new business opportunities and identify promising technologies by leveraging MIT’s cutting-edge research and global network. Participation will strengthen access to world-class research成果 and matching with startups, accelerating technology exploration across the group.
Aktio and the Miyazaki National Sports Festival and National Sports Festival for People with Disabilities Miyakonojo City Executive Committee conduct a proof-of-concept test to build communications infrastructure
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Aktio, a general construction equipment rental company, conducted a proof-of-concept test of communications infrastructure using Starlink Business at a stadium in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture. Looking ahead to the National Sports Festival in 2027, it tested the effectiveness of a stable internet environment during large-scale events.
Following popular demand, availability expands! “Manara” × “パンとエスプレッソと” collaborative sweets now available at “囲と囲曲 中之島図書館,” a new location holding its grand opening on Friday, April 3
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“Jabara and Frozen Greek Yogurt,” a collaborative sweet created by Rankup, which operates the cosmetics brand “Manara,” and 日と々と, which operates “パンとエスプレッソと,” has proved popular and will be available at 9 locations nationwide, including the new “囲と囲曲 中之島図書館,” opening in Osaka’s Nakanoshima Library on Friday, April 3, 2026. The first 2,000 customers will receive a Manara cleansing gel as a gift.
GRAND OPENING of “Yard miyakojima” on April 1, 2026
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The commercial facility “Yard miyakojima,” developed by Mitsubishi Estate and Kajima Corporation on Miyako Island in Okinawa Prefecture, will hold its grand opening on April 1, 2026. Opening at the same time as the adjacent hotel, it will serve as a tourism and community hub featuring 8 shops and restaurants.
A lineup of peak spring flavors! April-only menu featuring seasonal fare at 89 Shoya locations nationwide
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Shoya, the izakaya chain operated by Daisho Co., Ltd., will offer a limited menu of 9 dishes made with seasonal spring ingredients at 89 locations nationwide from April 1 to 30, 2026. The initiative celebrates the culture of enjoying seasonal food through dishes such as the season’s first bonito and cherry sea bream, prepared by skilled chefs.
Standalone sales begin for “Return-to-Work Support Counseling,” one of the package offerings in “Advantage Counseling”
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Advantage Risk Management Co., Ltd. has begun standalone sales of “Return-to-Work Support Counseling,” which helps employees experiencing mental health difficulties return to work. Available for as few as 1 person, the service is based on cognitive behavioral therapy and aims to reduce the risk of repeated leave while supporting stable, continued employment.
“GO BUSINESS,” the corporate service of No.1 taxi app “GO,” surpasses 15,000 companies in cumulative adoption
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GO株式会社’s corporate service “GO BUSINESS,” offered through its taxi app “GO,” surpassed 15,000 companies in cumulative adoption in March 2026. To mark the milestone, the company is running a campaign offering 3 months of free service fees for new applications submitted by April 30, 2026. The service helps reduce expense-processing work and strengthen governance by making usage visible.
Wins the “Best Seller Award” for the 3rd consecutive year at the 28th Tenant Awards Chosen by Developers, hosted by Senken Shimbun
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“JINS,” the eyewear brand operated by JINS Inc., has won the “Best Seller Award” for the 3rd consecutive year at the 28th Tenant Awards Chosen by Developers, hosted by Senken Shimbun. The award recognizes outstanding tenants selected by developers, and this year marks its 28th edition. JINS was recognized for boosting sales by strengthening its ability to make recommendations through high-value products and attentive consultations, as well as attracting new customer segments with strategic product offerings and promotional initiatives featuring trend-driven products and collaborations.
Huckleberry’s “CoreLink for TikTok Shop” completes integration with “EBISUMART”
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Huckleberry’s “CoreLink for TikTok Shop” has completed integration with Interfactory’s cloud commerce platform “EBISUMART.” This enables e-commerce businesses using EBISUMART to smoothly sync product, inventory, order, and cancellation information with TikTok Shop, with the prospect of expanding sales channels and increasing sales.
Long-established “Sushi Maru,” founded 78 years ago, revamps its official website homepage
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“Sushi Maru,” a Japanese restaurant in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, has extensively revamped its official website homepage to mark 78 years since its founding. The redesign improves the visibility of store information and menus, and strengthens information about catered meals and catering services. The site has also been redesigned for comfortable viewing on smartphones. The restaurant was founded in 1948.
Protect your brand image and prevent more than ¥100,000 in monthly lost sales! CART RECOVERY® cart-abandonment tool publishes case study from fair-trade shop Sisam Kobo
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株式会社イー・エージェンシー has published an interview with fair-trade shop Sisam Kobo as a case study for its CART RECOVERY® cart-abandonment tool. The case shows that the tool prevented more than ¥100,000 in lost sales per month and contributed to increased revenue.
New summer shades arrive, layering translucence and shimmer under the theme of “AI Time and Space”! “noiro Nail Color” new shades for summer 2026
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Takara Belmont will launch 5 new summer shades of nail color from its nail brand “noiro” on May 29, 2026, under the theme of “AI Time and Space.” Their design layers translucence and shimmer to bring a sense of depth and radiance to the fingertips.
Chuden Engineering Consultants Co., Ltd. Tokyo Branch begins trial use of “Hot Profile,” a business card management and sales support tool
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Hammock Corporation announced that Chuden Engineering Consultants Co., Ltd. Tokyo Branch has begun trial use of “Hot Profile,” a business card management and sales support tool. The company selected “Hot Profile,” which centrally manages information from business cards through sales status, with the aim of making cross-functional use of customer information and improving sales efficiency. The tool is expected to prevent information from becoming siloed and streamline sales activities.
Robosta to hold its first conference, “Robosta Conference 2026,” on Wednesday, June 10; sponsorship applications open
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Iid Inc., operator of “Robosta,” a media outlet specializing in robotics and AI, will hold its first conference, “Robosta Conference 2026,” at TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO on June 10, 2026. The theme is “How far has the social implementation of humanoids progressed?” The conference will present the latest developments in robotics and AI robotics, with a focus on humanoids. Sponsors are now being sought at the gold and silver levels.
Avant will exhibit at “Workday Elevate Tokyo 2026,” hosted by Workday K.K. on May 28, 2026. The event theme is “A New Era of Collaboration Between People and AI.” Under the theme “Performance Management to Enhance Corporate Value,” Avant will introduce effective ways to use Workday Adaptive Planning. At its booth, the company will explain ways to streamline budgeting and budget-versus-actual analysis and advance business management.
Tree-climbing® experience event to be held at 21st Century Forest and Plaza!!
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A tree-climbing® experience using dedicated ropes and safety equipment will be held at 21st Century Forest and Plaza. It will take place 3 times on April 29, Reiwa 8, with a capacity of 10 people per session and free admission. It is open to people aged 6 or older who live, study or work in Matsudo City. Applications must be submitted through Matsudo City’s online application system by April 15. The event will be canceled in the event of rain or strong winds.
Finatext’s credit business platform “Crest” selected as the integrated customer base for Mitsubishi UFJ Bank’s online finance service for small and medium-sized businesses
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Finatext’s credit business platform “Crest” has been selected as the integrated customer base for Mitsubishi UFJ Bank’s online finance service for small and medium-sized businesses. It will support the development of comprehensive lending services that meet the diverse funding needs of small and medium-sized businesses.
1 in 4 people say, “I know nothing at all about my company’s rules”! Latest 2026 survey of harassment and compliance awareness based on data from 10,000 people
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Humap, Asmarq Co., Ltd.’s employee engagement service, has released its 2026 report on harassment and compliance awareness, based on a survey of 10,000 employed people nationwide. The findings highlight a weakening of organizational discipline, including the hollowing out of countermeasures and the growing visibility of customer harassment.
Comic Learning, a training service using comic-based learning materials, provides training materials to all 11,000 employees of 日本軽金属ホールディングス株式会社
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Persol Innovation’s “Comic Learning” has provided training materials on “preventing a recurrence of quality-related misconduct” to all 11,000 employees of 日本軽金属ホールディングス株式会社. The materials use comics to clearly explain past cases of misconduct, aiming to raise employee awareness and foster corporate culture.
Enjoy premium yakiniku in Yokohama’s Bashamichi district: “李昇 馬車道店” refreshes its “李昇 Course Meal” featuring carefully selected Japanese beef on 3/30 (Mon.)!
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株式会社ショウエイ, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社ホットランドホールディングス, will completely revamp the course menu at yakiniku restaurant “李昇 馬車道店” in Yokohama’s Bashamichi district starting March 30, 2026. It will launch 3 “李昇 Course Meal” options featuring carefully selected Japanese beef, catering to a range of dining needs, including business entertainment and celebrations.
“Connecting lines” in the maternity ward create a space that offers comfort to mothers and families: Kyoto University of the Arts students install hospital art at 医学研究所北野病院 in Osaka
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京都芸術大学’s hospital art project “Hapii+” has installed hospital art in the maternity ward at 医学研究所北野病院. The project aims to create a space that offers comfort to mothers and their families.
Mainichi Shimbun news app gets a makeover, making it even easier to use
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On March 30, 2026, Mainichi Shimbun Co. revamped the Mainichi Shimbun Digital news app. The new “Digest” feature lets users quickly catch up on important news, while “Digest Rally” lets them collect stamps and exchange them for points. The update improves usability and delivers a news experience tailored to users’ interests.
At Home adds “Search by car-sharing station” to its real estate information website and app
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At Home Co., Ltd. has added a “Search by car-sharing station” feature to its real estate information website and app. The first feature of its kind on a real estate information portal, it helps car-sharing users find a home and improves convenience.
IBM Japan launches “IBM Regional Oracle Talent Development Program,” using Oracle Cloud to develop regional IT talent
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IBM Japan will launch the “IBM Regional Oracle Talent Development Program” in May 2026 to develop digital talent in regional areas. It will provide free learning content and slots for certification exams, aiming to accelerate regional digital transformation and stimulate local economies.
Attention job seekers! The company president will speak at a top seminar for the '27 graduating class on April 25 (Sat.)
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株式会社アイエスエフネット will hold its “President Takes the Stage! Top Seminar” for the '27 graduating class at Vision Center Akasaka on April 25, 2026. President Yukiyoshi Watanabe will speak directly to students about the appeal of the IT infrastructure industry and the company’s business, offering an opportunity directly linked to recruitment selection.
Awards ceremony held for the “Koto City Message Movie Awards (KMA),” celebrating the appeal of Koto City
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株式会社宣伝会議 and 東京都江東区 held the awards ceremony for the “Koto City Message Movie Awards (KMA),” which promotes the appeal of Koto City, and announced the winning entries. There were 6,091 entries in the message category and 114 in the movie category, with a Grand Prix winner selected in each. The winning works will be used to promote Koto City.
Sansan surveys the reality of business transactions 3 months after the law took effect
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Sansan, Inc. has released a survey on conditions 3 months after the Act on the Optimization of Transactions between Small and Medium-sized Entrusted Business Operators and Entrusting Business Operators took effect. It found that price negotiations had not increased for 60% of contractors and that managing contracts and purchase orders remained a challenge.
KOMERI’s “Natural Season” refreshes its hit Outdoor Ice Storage, which has sold approximately 19,000 units!
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KOMERI, a major home improvement retailer, has relaunched “Outdoor Ice Storage 5.5L,” a hit product from its own “Natural Season” brand. It has sold 19,000 units to date and features high cooling and heat-retention performance thanks to its vacuum-insulated double-wall construction.
スイスホテル南海大阪 will hold a tasting seminar featuring the “山崎” series on April 25, 2026, with Yuuzo Ishihara, サントリー’s 5th Master of Whisky, as its guest. This special event offers the chance to enjoy rare whiskies that are difficult to obtain.
Duskin Co., Ltd. established a “Partnership System” on April 1, 2026, extending the same benefits provided to spouses to employees’ same-sex partners. The system aims to create an environment where employees with diverse career paths and social backgrounds can make the most of their abilities. Key benefits include marriage leave, a marriage congratulatory payment and leave for the birth of a spouse’s child. Employees must submit a partnership declaration certificate issued by a local government.
Over 400,000 copies sold!! March e-book releases from “Cycomic,” including Volume 4 of the girls’ suspense series “Perfect Glitter”!
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In March, Cygames will release e-books for a total of 21 titles from its popular manga app “Cycomic,” including the latest volume of “Perfect Glitter.” Published by Futabasha and Shogakukan, the series—which has surpassed 400,000 copies sold—is a featured highlight.
Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, sets a new record for hometown tax donations through its partnership with Satofull
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Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, recorded a record-high approximately 3.17 billion yen in hometown tax donations for fiscal 2025 through its partnership with Satofull, approximately 410% of the previous year’s total. Streamlined operations and the development of popular return gifts contributed to the result.
Friends forever! “Gachapin and Mukku × dinos” collaboration items celebrate the eternal 5-year-olds and the company’s 55th anniversary!
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株式会社dinos will launch collaboration items with popular characters “Gachapin and Mukku” starting in March 2026 to mark its 55th anniversary. The lineup includes limited-edition T-shirts and kitchen goods inspired by the 55th anniversary and the characters’ “eternal 5-year-old” status.
Kao has refreshed the packaging for its dishwashing detergent “キュキュット ゴシゴシいらずの泡パック.” Starting April 1, 2026, it will release the new “ほったらかし劇場” commercial featuring Mikako Tabe, Jun Shison and Ai Mikami, promoting a new dishwashing routine—“泡パックして、ほったらかし!”—that reduces the burden of household chores.
[Sapporo Grand Hotel] Garden Dining Kanraku begins serving new signature dishes. Serving period: from April 1, 2026 (Wed.)
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Sapporo Grand Hotel’s Garden Dining KANRAKU will resume its dinner à la carte menu, which had been suspended since 2020, as “New Signature Dishes” on April 1, 2026. Seasonal Japanese cuisine and sake made in Hokkaido will be served in a serene setting overlooking a Japanese garden.
[Hilton Tokyo Narita] All-you-can-eat snow crab for Golden Week, with jumbo fried shrimp arriving from 5/7! “VIVA★Western Cuisine Buffet★Melon and Mango Sweets Fair” launches, with a special plan that includes all-you-can-eat ripe melons
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Hilton Tokyo Narita will host a buffet themed around “Western Cuisine for Adults” from April 29 through June 30, 2026. Snow crab will be featured during Golden Week, followed by jumbo fried shrimp from May 7, along with melon and mango sweets.
[LUCY Oze Hatamachi] Opens all facilities on April 29, 2026! The first mountain hotel from 星野リゾート introduces 3 new ways to enjoy time in the mountains
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星野リゾート’s first mountain hotel brand, LUCY Oze Hatamachi, will open all its facilities on April 29, 2026. Following a sellout of reservations in its first year, the hotel will introduce 3 new experiences in 2026, including “Hatamachi Coffee Time,” enhancing stays after hikes in Oze.
Asaka Seto appears on the official 美ST YouTube channel! Don’t miss her tour of the contents of her personal pouch and candid talk during “30 Questions”
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Actor Asaka Seto has appeared for 2 consecutive weeks on the official YouTube channel of Kobunsha’s monthly beauty magazine 美ST. Videos featuring the contents of her personal pouch and her answers to 30 questions have been released.
Qiita, one of Japan’s largest engineering communities, to hold an offline talk event for users: “Qiita Bash: Using AI to Connect Engineering and Design”!
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Qiita will hold an offline talk event in Tokyo on April 28, 2025, themed around using AI to connect engineering and design. The event will encourage knowledge-sharing and networking through lightning talks and networking.
Episode #1 of the documentary following 2.5D actors, “DOCUMENTARY OF ZERO RISE,” released! A behind-the-scenes look at “ZERO RISE,” a new cross-media project from Bushiroad!
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Bushiroad has released the first episode on YouTube of a documentary following “ZERO RISE,” its new cross-media project themed around basketball.
New service for companies that receive no applications through their recruitment websites
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Good Laugh Co., Ltd. announced the launch of a new service for companies that receive no applications through their recruitment websites. The service is intended to help address challenges in corporate recruitment activities.
Ranking of female actors whom 689 company employees think would share deep insights with new hires | Yuki Amami ranks No. 1, with Sayuri Yoshinaga and Keiko Kitagawa also near the top
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Hikaku Biz, operated by 株式会社ワンズマインド, surveyed 689 company employees about female actors whom they think would share deep insights with new hires. Yuki Amami was voted No. 1.
Beloved “Dojima Roll” sweets to appear in a store lottery for the first time!
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株式会社GRANUP will launch “Dreamy Lottery,” a store lottery in collaboration with “Dojima Roll,” on July 25, 2026. Prizes include original goods such as cushions and blankets.
Weekday travel on conventional-line limited express trains is now an even better deal! Tickets purchased through Ekinet at least 28 days in advance are available at a 50% discount.
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East Japan Railway Company has introduced early-purchase discount tickets for conventional-line limited express trains through its online reservation service, Ekinet. Purchase at least 28 days before travel to receive a 50% discount on limited express fares and other charges on weekdays only. The 2 products on sale are “Conventional Line Ticketless Limited Express Ticket (Special 28 Discount)” and “Special Limited Express Fare 28.” The eligible travel period is weekdays from May 25 to June 5, 2026.
Launch of “Half-Day Influencing Others at Work Training,” which builds support from colleagues and maximizes organizational results: Reskill employee training
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株式会社リスキル has launched “Half-Day Influencing Others at Work Training” for mid-career employees to learn skills for gaining cooperation from others.
Solving the problem of “We have a website, but no patients are coming”! A clinic’s web-based patient acquisition strategy that reached the top of search results in 1 year
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Good Laugh Co., Ltd. has published a success story on SEO and MEO strategies for an orthopedic clinic. The number of reservations made through the web increased by 150% or more year over year.
Advance registrations for the new app “Yowamushi Pedal Resonance Pedalism,” based on the TV anime “Yowamushi Pedal” series, surpass 50,000!
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Advance registrations for “Yowamushi Pedal Resonance Pedalism,” a new smartphone app in development by enish and G Holdings, have surpassed 50,000. To mark the milestone, an X (formerly Twitter) campaign has launched, offering signed goods from the star-studded cast.
In conversation with Professor Yasushi Umeda of 東京大学: “Business Opportunities in the Circular Economy Era”
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BizCube Consulting has released a YouTube conversation with Professor Yasushi Umeda of 東京大学 on “Business Opportunities in the Circular Economy Era.” The video explains strategies Japanese companies should adopt to survive.
Acclaimed comedians including Akina’s Yamana and Jock Rock’s Fukumoto remotely control NMB48! They set up a prank on comedy duo 三遊間 at Tsutenkaku
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A prank video targeting young comedians from the Kansai region, a tie-up between Nankai Electric Railway, Tsutenkaku and NMB48, has been released on YouTube.
Torubiz-on launches sales and implementation support for DJI FlyCart 100
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Torubiz-on has begun selling and providing implementation support for DJI’s large logistics drone, the DJI FlyCart 100, which can carry loads weighing up to 80 kg.
【LADURÉE × Cath Kidston】A collaboration with LADURÉE, the long-established patisserie credited with originating the macaron. Preorders for book bags and other items begin Friday, April 3!
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Cath Kidston, operated by 株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス, is collaborating with the long-established patisserie LADURÉE. Preorders for book bags, pouches and other items begin April 3.
The “Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring” TV anime Pop-Up Shop at Bushiroad Creative Store Akihabara Main Store will open Thursday, April 9!
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Bushiroad Creative will hold a pop-up shop for the TV anime 『春夏秋冬代行者 春の舞』 in Akihabara starting April 9, 2026. New merchandise featuring original, newly illustrated zodiac-themed artwork will be on sale.
Launching the Japan Awakening Platform. 株式会社トライアイズ embarks on a new challenge.
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株式会社トライアイズ is launching a new challenge, with Representative Director and President 岩尾俊兵 championing the “Japan Awakening Platform.” As a comprehensive developer in the capital market, the company supports the growth of businesses with strong performance but low PBRs and low market capitalizations. It will serve as a platform entrusted by shareholders with voting rights and information about other companies, using management expertise and AI technology to create value. This challenge is a life-defining endeavor for 岩尾俊兵, and the company says its mission is to grow into a company worthy of trust.
Developing a surgery-focused generative AI that brings “intelligence” to the operating room—Successful demonstration in a surgical setting; full-scale launch toward commercialization begins
Dior has unveiled its new “Petit CD” sunglasses. Featuring contemporary design with retro accents, the sunglasses come in oval and aviator shapes. Slim frames and metal arms engraved with the CD initials are key design features. They are available with pink, blue, black or gradient lenses and will go on sale at Dior boutiques nationwide and the official online boutique starting in April 2026. The price is 80,000 yen.
【New opening】“Nikujiru Seisakusho Gyoza no Kacchan Hirakata” opens Friday, April 17! Draft beer and popular alcoholic drinks in a 1-yen campaign!!
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株式会社double will open “Nikujiru Seisakusho Gyoza no Kacchan Hirakata” in Hirakata City on April 17, 2026. To mark the opening, it will run a campaign offering 1 drink for 1 yen.
Professional golfer Rikako Morita signs ambassador agreement (newsletter)
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Daiwa House Industry has signed a 3-year ambassador agreement with professional golfer Rikako Morita, effective March 1, 2026. The company embraces the corporate stance “Creating together. Living together.” and aims to help build a society where people can lead fulfilling lives through sports. It was inspired by Morita's determined approach; she took a break in 2018 and returned to the tour in 2024. The Daiwa House Group will fully support its contracted athletes, including Morita, and work with them to create the inspiration and courage that sports bring. Morita has indicated that, as a new challenge following her return, she intends to promote golf in addition to competing.
“EPOCA UOMO” knitwear color-order event begins Wednesday, April 1
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三陽商会 brand “EPOCA UOMO” will hold “Knit Color Order 2026” from April 1, offering a choice of 11 colors for 3 knitwear styles. The event will be available at 36 stores nationwide and on the official website.
With cumulative shipments topping 500,000 units, members of the “Aburishi” research team put products to the test! The TOP 5 of their “Unofficial Ranking of Store-Bought Dagashi for Roasting” is announced, selected from 29 varieties. Classic dagashi get an upgrade with “one extra step.” The team tests easy ways to enjoy them simply by roasting.
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The “Aburishi Research Club,” an internal club at 株式会社ライテック, announced its “Unofficial Ranking of Store-Bought Dagashi for Roasting” TOP 5, using the disposable burner lighter “Aburishi.”
【Award】Herbal syrup “LIFE SYRUP,” made from “plants that would otherwise have been discarded,” wins the Social Products Award at the Social Products Awards 2026
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“LIFE SYRUP,” an herbal syrup made by 株式会社issow using underutilized resources, won the Social Products Award at the Social Products Awards 2026.
Mitsubishi Electric and Kobe University establish joint industry-academia course on smart sensing
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Mitsubishi Electric and Kobe University will establish the “Smart Sensing Course” in April 2026. The joint industry-academia course aims to put battery-free IoT sensors into practical use and deploy them in society.
Avail to appear at “Cho Jidai -ULTRA TEENS FES- 2026” on Tuesday, 3/31! Featured products will be sold in stores and online
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Avail, part of the Shimamura Group, will appear at “Cho Jidai -ULTRA TEENS FES- 2026,” to be held on March 31, 2026, and sell the featured products online and in stores.
ViKet Town|A metaverse office where you can enjoy work like an RPG. New parts that evoke spring are here!
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冒険社プラコレ has added new spring-themed avatar outfits and communication items to its metaverse office “ViKet Town.” It incorporates the concepts of Web3 and DAO to propose new ways of working.