株式会社Lirem acquires student information-sharing site “Campus Compass”; begins business partnership and outsourced operations with 一般社団法人 火-Okoshi
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株式会社Lirem has acquired the student information-sharing site “Campus Compass” and outsourced its operations to 一般社団法人 火-Okoshi. The initiative aims to support the business’s development and maximize its value by providing students at Toyohashi University of Technology with information and part-time job opportunities, while strengthening ties with the local community.
Effective use of renewable electricity and local production for local consumption of environmental value achieved in the Kawasaki coastal area (Kawasaki Port)!
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川崎市 and 4 local companies have joined forces to begin supplying electricity generated from renewable sources to the area around Kawasaki Port. They have achieved carbon neutrality through the “local production for local consumption” of environmental value.
A school where each person’s “passions” connect to learning and society.
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Nakamura Gakuen Girls’ Junior and Senior High School will change its name to Nakamura Gakuen Junior and Senior High School and become coeducational starting in April 2026. Its official website has also been revamped.
[New feature] QuickCheck, an AI-powered security questionnaire response assistant, now supports individual management of multiple products. It significantly improves the accuracy and consistency of responses for each product.
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AI Security Solutions has added a new feature to QuickCheck, its automated security questionnaire response tool, allowing users to manage training data and settings separately for each product. This reflects differences in security specifications and response policies across products, improving the accuracy and consistency of responses. The service helps SaaS companies with multiple products speed up response tasks and strengthen governance.
[Second installment due to popular demand!! A chance to win up to 50,000 won!!] “Korea Tourism Organization × SBJ Bank SBJ Travel K Debit Card Issuance Campaign” launches (winners selected by lottery from among those who meet the requirements!)
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SBJ Bank has launched the second round of its “SBJ Travel K Debit Card Issuance Campaign,” jointly run with the Korea Tourism Organization. The campaign offers a chance to win up to 50,000 won in a lottery among those who meet the requirements. Details are available on the Korea Tourism Organization’s official website.
Q.ENEST begins supplying off-site PPA and high-voltage electricity under a １-year contract to an e-commerce logistics company
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Q.ENEST has begun supplying energy combining an off-site PPA with high-voltage electricity to a central Japan facility operated by one of the country’s largest e-commerce logistics companies. The supply will support decarbonization and stabilize electricity costs.
Sales begin for “Bluebeam,” a PDF solution for the construction industry
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Graphisoft Japan will begin domestic sales of “Bluebeam,” a PDF collaboration tool for the construction industry, on April 1, 2026. Integration with its BIM software “Archicad” will promote digital transformation from design through construction.
NTT West appoints 2 new “Regional Revitalization Advisors” to accelerate regional development
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NTT West and the Regional Revitalization Co-Design Research Institute will welcome 2 new experts as Regional Revitalization Advisors, effective April 1, 2026. The new advisors are Atsunobu Kimura, representative director of the Japan Living Lab Network, and Shuichi Yoshida, head of Office Yoshida. The two will further advance the practice of regional revitalization using ICT. Kimura’s main areas of focus are living labs and well-being policy design, while Yoshida’s is promoting employment for people with disabilities.
BAU SHIBUYA to open as a creative hub open to society (学校法人桑沢学園, 東京造形大学)
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学校法人桑沢学園 (東京造形大学) will open a new educational facility, “BAU SHIBUYA,” in Shibuya. Drawing on the ideas of バウハウス, it aims to become a creative hub open to society.
“Education” × “Gaming”: A future where people and organizations grow through gamification that makes learning personally meaningful
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Bear Lab Co., Ltd. has joined the April Dream project and shared its dream of transforming learning through corporate training that uses gamification. The company runs more than 200 business game training sessions annually, giving participants opportunities to recognize their own thinking and behavioral traits. The training is not simply recreation; it combines thinking styles with SSR theory to design learning focused on individual strengths, organizational systems, and relationships. The company aims to create a society where gamification makes learning personally meaningful and behavioral change accumulates as organizational knowledge. This will create a future with more training people want to attend, more people talking about learning, and changes in workplace behavior leading to further learning.
公益財団法人コカ･コーラ教育・環境財団 has opened applications for the 32nd Coca-Cola Environmental Education Award. The award recognizes environmental education and conservation activities and provides grants.
First-ever collaboration between 星野リゾート and Japan’s leading sauna media outlet “Sauna Collection”! “Hoshino Resorts Sauna Collection” event to visit 9 facilities nationwide!
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星野リゾート and sauna media outlet “Sauna Collection” are teaming up for the first time. Starting in April 2026, they will hold “Hoshino Resorts Sauna Collection,” an interactive stamp rally exclusively for guests staying at 9 facilities nationwide.
New community hub to open with Mirai Aozora Gakuen
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Nerima Ward will open a new community hub on April 1, bringing together the integrated elementary and junior high school Mirai Aozora Gakuen, a children’s center, a community-based comprehensive support center, and a neighborhood care cafe. The facility is a 4-story building with a site area of 27,534㎡ and a total floor area of 14,875㎡. Asahigaoka Elementary School and Asahigaoka Junior High School will merge, with students from grades 1 through 9 studying in the same building. Existing facilities, including Sakaecho Children’s Center and the 2nd Ikushuen Community-Based Comprehensive Support Center, will be relocated and consolidated at the site, which aims to serve as a place for exchange among generations.
Beauty ingredient “iVC®” launches Instagram account: distinctive vitamin C for skin that gives everyone confidence
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Seiwa Kasei Co., Ltd. launched an Instagram account for “iVC®,” its independently developed vitamin C derivative brand, on April 1. iVC® offers 7 vitamin C derivative products developed by Seiwa Kasei, addressing a range of skin concerns, including spots, wrinkles, sagging, enlarged pores, and dryness. The company researches and manufactures cosmetic ingredients, and about half of its employees are involved in research. Its representative director is Masato Yoshioka, and its headquarters are in Higashiosaka, Osaka Prefecture.
Renew your hair’s shine with one daily application. “Shine Boost Hair Essence,” a hair serum to use before conditioner, joins the “アンプリール” line of moisturizing shampoo.
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株式会社MD will launch “Shine Boost Hair Essence,” a pre-treatment serum to use between shampoo and conditioner, under its hair care brand “emplir” on April 1, 2026. Formulated with high-concentration collagen and pearl ingredients, it adds shine and moisture to everyday hair care.
A new souvenir confection from Saku, Nagano Prefecture, Japan’s top prune-producing city: “Prune Daifuku,” highlighting the rich sweetness of locally grown prunes.
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タカチホ will launch its new “Prune Daifuku,” made with prunes from Saku, Nagano Prefecture, on April 3, 2026. It will be sold exclusively at Roadside Station Healthy Terrace Saku Minami. Saku is Japan’s top prune-producing city, and the product was developed as a souvenir that makes use of local resources. Development took about 8 months.
Hikaru Kanemura appointed as new director of フォーシーズ
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Hikaru Kanemura has been appointed as a new director of フォーシーズ株式会社, which supports startups in Okinawa. The appointment aims to accelerate the creation of new industries originating in Okinawa.
Online course on the fundamentals of materials analysis to be held in June 2026
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東レリサーチセンター will hold an online seminar on the fundamentals of materials analysis in June 2026. The seminar will cover organic structural analysis and trace analysis, and the company will also introduce a new “Premium Pass” plan to help professionals improve their skills, along with free spots for students.
Important announcement from skincare brand LOGIC (ロジック)
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株式会社パーク’s skincare brand LOGIC (ロジック) has issued an important announcement. The specific details are unclear from the text, but it appears to concern some kind of change or notice related to the brand.
Shizuoka tests integrated disaster-prevention DX combining safety confirmations and drones to transform initial disaster response
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アドテクニカ conducted a disaster-prevention DX pilot in Shizuoka City, linking its safety confirmation system “安否コール” with drone technology. It developed a seamless system connecting everything from locating people during disasters to delivering supplies, and presented the results at an open innovation program in March 2026.
Think Nature, driving nature positivity with biodiversity big data, raises approximately 380 million yen
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株式会社シンク・ネイチャー, which analyzes biodiversity big data, has raised approximately 380 million yen, with 伊藤忠テクノロジーベンチャーズ as lead investor. The company will advance financial institution partnerships, enhance its analytical platform, and enter the European market.
First private-sector initiative: “stool donation” recognized as an eligible program for 鶴岡市’s “Tsuruoka Health Points”
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“Stool donation,” promoted by メタジェンセラピューティクス, has become the first private-sector initiative to be recognized as an eligible program for 鶴岡市’s “Tsuruoka Health Points.” Points will be awarded starting April 1, 2026.
[April Dream] タミヤホーム will continue protecting Japan’s digital society from its “supporting bones.”
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As part of April Dream, タミヤホーム announced its vision of protecting Japan’s digital society through steel-frame and metalwork construction for data centers and other facilities.
[April Dream] In 2035, a world filled with an “economy of gratitude”
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株式会社ルミッション announced its vision of guiding the world toward a “gratitude economy” by 2035 as part of PR TIMES’s April Dream initiative. It aims to shift from a competitive model to a co-creative model through “management that benefits all 5 parties.”
Notice regarding the absorption-type merger of 株式会社奈良ロイヤルホテル
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株式会社ワールド・ヘリテイジ will absorb and merge with 株式会社奈良ロイヤルホテル effective April 1, 2026. The aim is to strengthen the management structure and consolidate resources.
“Identity Verification Support Solution” introduced at Chiba Kogyo Bank
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キヤノンMJ and プリマジェスト will introduce their “Identity Verification Support Solution” at Chiba Kogyo Bank, with operations set to begin sequentially at all branches from May 2026. The solution supports reading IC chips on My Number cards and public personal authentication, enabling both rigorous identity verification and more efficient counter services.
New pharmaceutical manufacturing building begins operations at アルフレッサ ファーマ’s Gunma Plant
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アルフレッサ ファーマ has begun operations at a new pharmaceutical manufacturing building at its Gunma Plant. It will strengthen production of small-molecule drugs and make a full-scale entry into contract manufacturing of highly potent and sterile products.
Aww launches hands-free travel sweatshirt collection: travel pants and skirt with large-capacity pockets
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Aww will launch travel pants and a travel skirt from its sweatshirt collection with large-capacity pockets on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Designed for comfort during long journeys, the double-layered pockets at the waist can hold valuables such as passports and smartphones. The pants have a straight-leg cut and the skirt a flared silhouette, making both suitable for strolling around while traveling.
[Fiscal 2026] Scholarships for medical students supporting the future of pediatric care: applications open Wednesday, April 1
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川野小児医学奨学財団 will begin accepting applications on April 1 for its fiscal 2026 scholarships for medical students pursuing pediatric medicine. The scholarships provide 70,000 yen per month and do not need to be repaid.
[Co-creating the future of sports] リーフラス partners with the Japan Sport Association (JSPO), signing an official partnership agreement to realize “With sports, toward the future we want.”
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リーフラス株式会社 will partner with the Japan Sport Association (JSPO), signing an official partnership agreement effective April 2026. The parties aim to improve sports environments nationwide and build infrastructure for the next generation.
[nijito] A society where growing older in your own way is the norm. Choosing pro-aging, starting with your hair and scalp #AprilDream
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The head-beauty brand “haru,” operated by 株式会社nijito, is sharing the value of “pro-aging,” which embraces growing older. As part of the April Dream initiative, the company has shared its aspirations for a society that values people being true to themselves.
Joining ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン’s “Associate Hotel” on April 1 makes sightseeing around Osaka Bay easier. Hotel packages with Studio Passes now on sale, and a free direct shuttle bus service begins!
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グランドプリンスホテル大阪ベイ will join ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン’s Associate Hotel program on April 1. It will begin offering hotel packages with Studio Passes and operating a free shuttle bus, improving its convenience as a base for sightseeing.
A long-awaited “3-month trial plan” is here! BCP and cyber training tool “dan-lo” overhauls its pricing structure
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Newton Consulting revamped the pricing structure for its AI-powered BCP and cyber training tool “dan-lo” on April 1, 2026. It introduced a new, much-anticipated “3-month trial plan” and a more finely tiered pricing structure based on user scale.
“住宅ローンステーション,” a mortgage comparison platform. Qualified mortgage advisers help users find the right loan through a combination of digital resources and human support
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株式会社インフィニティエージェント has officially launched “住宅ローンステーション,” a mortgage comparison platform combining consultations with qualified professionals and digital information. It aims to address information asymmetry and help users find the right option among an increasingly diverse range of loan products.
Cosplayers from across Japan gather on Awaji Island! The 3rd “淡路島COSPLAY〜アワコス〜 Powered by 世界コスプレサミット” set for May 30, 2026!
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With the cooperation of 株式会社WCS, the 3rd cosplay event “アワコス” will be held on Awaji Island at “ニジゲンノモリ” on May 30, 2026. Attendees can enjoy photography and socializing in a natural setting.
Supporting children’s environmental conservation activities! Donation received from アポクリート株式会社
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Apocreet donated proceeds from the sale of shopping bags at its pharmacies to “こどもエコクラブ,” run by the Japan Environment Association. Donations have been made continuously since fiscal 2020, with this donation covering fiscal 2025. The funds will be used to develop environmental programs and support club activities. こどもエコクラブ was established in 1995 and has had a cumulative total of 3.17 million child participants.
Horizontal blinds “シルキー” revamped with cordless “handle operation” designed with families raising children in mind
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立川ブラインド工業株式会社 will launch a revamped version of its horizontal blinds “シルキー” on Friday, May 1, 2026. A new cordless “handle operation” feature has been added, offering safe, intuitive operation for families with children or pets. The blinds also feature SIAA-certified antibacterial treatment. The reference price for the main unit, excluding tax, starts at 29,500 yen for a width of 180 cm and a height of 120 cm.
Fusic launches “ねりまキッズ安心メール新システム,” an entry and exit notification system for after-school clubs and other facilities in Nerima Ward
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株式会社Fusic has begun providing “ねりまキッズ安心メール新システム,” an entry and exit notification system for about 200 facilities, including after-school clubs in Nerima Ward. The system links IoT devices with the “sigfy” app to send real-time notifications to parents and guardians.
First collaboration between PIZZA-LA and Bloom365! Mother’s Day limited-edition gift “Thanks Mom PIZZA-LA,” featuring a carnation that appears when the pizza box is opened, launches Wednesday, April 1
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Yamato and PIZZA-LA have teamed up for the first time to launch the Mother’s Day limited-edition gift “Thanks Mom PIZZA-LA.” The new experiential gift set includes a carnation and an online coupon for pizza.
[Golden Week special] “ランドセル工房” makes its debut at KidZania Fukuoka! Make a mini school backpack about 1/10 the size and experience the work of a craftsperson
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From May 2 to 6, 2026, Ikedaya and KCJ GROUP will host the limited-time “ランドセル工房” pavilion at KidZania Fukuoka for the first time. Children will take on the role of “school backpack craftspeople,” making mini backpacks about 1/10 the size and deepening their interest in manufacturing.
Grong’s dietary fiber “イヌリン” revamped as a food with function claims
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株式会社Ultimate Life has redesigned the packaging of its dietary fiber supplement “イヌリン パウダー” and relaunched it as a food with function claims. The product promotes benefits including moderating rises in blood sugar levels and improving the intestinal environment.
Selected as the implementer of a seabed ground survey off Asahi, Chiba Prefecture, to promote offshore wind power development, in a fixed-bottom project solicited by JOGMEC
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OYO Corporation has been selected as the prospective implementer of “Foundational Survey Work to Promote Offshore Wind Power Development (offshore Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture: seabed ground survey), Phase 1,” solicited by JOGMEC. The survey will use geophysical exploration and boring investigations to obtain seabed ground data needed for the basic design of offshore wind power facilities. The government aims to develop offshore wind power projects totaling 30 million kW to 45 million kW by 2040. OYO Corporation regards seabed ground surveys as an important growth opportunity and will advance its technological development. The project period runs through 令和9年10月31日, and the budget is 4.5 billion yen.
Grand opening May 7, 2026! “天然温泉 湯屋天神,” a multipurpose complex in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture
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San-in Chuo Television Broadcasting will hold the grand opening of “天然温泉 湯屋天神,” an accommodation and day-use hot spring facility, in Tenjin-cho Shopping Street in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, on May 7, 2026. The facility features an authentic Finnish-style sauna made with locally produced cypress and aims to create a new hub of activity for the community.
Milbon opens “人材開発センター” in Odawara as a new training hub
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Milbon opened a new training hub, “人材開発センター,” in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, to support employee learning and development. The center began full-scale operations in April 2026.
ペットゴー will run its “春を彩る スプリングキャンペーン 2026” from April 1 to April 30, 2026. During the campaign, it will offer 10% off coupons usable on purchases of 10,000 yen or more, as well as a 10-times-points campaign supporting animal welfare organizations. It will also offer a campaign marking the 6th anniversary of its original brand “ベッツワン” and benefits for linking with LINE.
Plan・Do・See’s first mountain resort: Bookings open for “THE ALPS HOTEL HAKUBA,” the first phase of the Hakuba project, opening in December 2026
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Plan･Do･See began operating “白馬アルプスホテル,” directly connected to Hakuba Norikura Ski Resort, in April 2026. The hotel will reopen in December of the same year following renovations, under the name “THE ALPS HOTEL HAKUBA.” Bookings opened today.
Launch of a “specialist referral service” for inheritance procedures involving overseas assets
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Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank will launch a “specialist referral service” on April 1, 2026, for inheritance procedures for customers who hold overseas assets. As overseas asset inheritance grows amid the diversification of investments, procedures have become more complex due to differences in systems and tax rules from country to country, increasing demand for consultations with specialists. Through specialist institutions with international networks, the service will handle procedures for a wide range of overseas assets and regions.
[A gift guaranteed with a new contract!] Get a “Cassette Fu ‘Tough Maru’”! Iwatani’s home-delivered natural water “富士の湧水” launches a campaign supporting new beginnings
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Iwatani Corporation will launch a campaign on April 1 for new subscribers to “富士の湧水,” offering gifts such as the “タフまる” cassette gas stove.
〈Nihon Trim survey on awareness of drinking water〉About 80% said they were “completely unaware” of the April 2026 revision to drinking water quality standards
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Nihon Trim conducted a survey on attitudes toward drinking water. The survey found that about 80% of respondents said they were “completely unaware” of the April 2026 revision to Japan’s tap water quality standards, which elevated the standards for PFOS and PFOA.
Cocoon City (Saitama-Shintoshin) wins the Innovate Award at the 28th Developer Grand Prize Chosen by Tenants, hosted by Senken Shimbun!
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Cocoon City, a commercial facility operated by Katakura, won the Innovate Award at the 28th Developer Grand Prize Chosen by Tenants, hosted by Senken Shimbun. The facility received high marks overall for enhancing the in-store experience, responding to local needs, developing its tenant mix, boosting sales and customer traffic, and improving facility services. It has also previously won awards including the Newcomer Award and a Special Award.
Pococha sponsors the SKE48 Theater, launching new initiatives such as live streams linked to stage performances under the name “SKE48 Theater Supported by Pococha”
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Originalライブコミュニケーションアプリ「Pococha」は、アイドルグループ「SKE48」の専用劇場「SKE48劇場」に協賛し、「SKE48劇場 Supported by Pococha」として2026年4月より新たな取り組みを開始します。本プロジェクトでは、2026年4月から劇場公演と連動したPocochaでのライブ配信が実施され、SKE48メンバー6名が登場するコラボCMも4月1日から公開されます。Pocochaは2017年1月にサービスを開始し、2025年12月末時点で累計736万以上ダウンロードされています。
Today, April 1, broccoli becomes a designated vegetable! Tottori Prefecture, home to Japan’s only GI-registered “Daisen Broccoli,” showcases its appeal
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With broccoli becoming a designated vegetable on April 1, 2026, Tottori Prefecture has launched a promotional campaign for “Daisen Broccoli,” Japan’s only GI-registered broccoli. The prefecture is highlighting its appeal to consumers with special menu offerings and video releases.
Otsuka Pharmaceutical certified as a “Food Education Practice Excellence Corporation 2026” by 農林水産省
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Otsuka Pharmaceutical was certified as a “Food Education Practice Excellence Corporation 2026,” a new designation established by 農林水産省, in recognition of its food education and health promotion initiatives for employees.
A must-see for cheese lovers! This year’s lineup gets even more exciting, with some items featuring extra cheese! Bikkuri Donkey’s “We Love Cheeeese!” fair starts April 8 (Wed.)! Gooey, melty cheese dishes available for a limited time
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Bikkuri Donkey will hold its “We Love Cheeeese!” fair for a limited time starting April 8. The fair will feature 4 limited-time items, including hamburg steaks and side dishes with extra cheese.
Tobu Group begins adopting “Shop Counter Enterprise,” a leasing DX system for commercial facilities
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COUNTERWORKS announced the introduction of its leasing DX system for commercial facilities, “Shop Counter Enterprise,” at Tobu Group. The system will unify the foundations for tenant and schedule management across Tobu Group, which operates facilities such as Tokyo Solamachi, and promote digital transformation. The adoption is expected to streamline customer management, strengthen tenant recruitment, and improve service quality. Tobu Group aims to facilitate leasing operations across the group by using the system.
Cross-border e-commerce operator BE FORWARD contributes to greenhouse gas reductions through an automotive vessel Book and Claim service with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
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BE FORWARD INC. contributed to greenhouse gas reductions through an automotive vessel Book and Claim service with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines over the period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. Low-carbon, fossil-derived LNG was used to transport vehicles to African countries, and the resulting GHG emissions reductions were verified by third-party organization ClassNK. The company will continue working with partner companies to promote low-carbon transport and decarbonization.
Signs on as official platinum partner for the 2026 season with イエスマップ株式会社
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Soccer club Osaka City SC announced that it has signed an official platinum partner agreement for the 2026 season with イエスマップ株式会社. The club expressed its gratitude for the company’s understanding and support of its activities.
Accelerate education reform in the new fiscal year! Contact center training system “BIZTEL shouin” launches a campaign to support the creation of efficient and effective training environments
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株式会社リンク has launched a campaign waiving the initial fee for “BIZTEL shouin,” a training system for contact centers. The campaign supports training for new operators in the new fiscal year.
Details announced for “Yokohama Frühlings Fest 2026”! Yokohama’s spring festival, where visitors can enjoy the sea breeze and the lively atmosphere of Germany, will be held at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse for 17 days starting April 24 (Fri.)
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“Yokohama Frühlings Fest 2026,” an authentic German festival celebrating the arrival of spring, will be held at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse for 17 days starting April 24. It will feature a range of offerings for families, including BBQ and an outdoor theater.
A gift of profile photo photography to boost your confidence as you take your “first step” toward finding a partner! ZWEI launches its “Spring Dating Support Campaign” for new members
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Marriage agency ZWEI has partnered with Studio Selfit to launch a campaign offering free professional profile photo sessions to the first 200 new members.
AI sommelier “KAORIUM for Sake & Wine” to appear at “SAKE MODE: AFTER HOURS in SHIBUYA,” a sake event bringing color to Shibuya’s nightlife!
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Centmatic will showcase its AI sommelier “KAORIUM for Sake & Wine” at the sake event “SAKE MODE” in Shibuya. The AI recommends sake based on each person’s mood.
Companies mentioned：SCENTMATIC株式会社、COWORKING SALON SLOTH JINNAN
A new offering: Bento favorite “Obento-kun” is now a helping hand for parents in the evening. New “Snack Meatballs” join the shelf-stable series, perfect for enjoying with drinks
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Ishii Foods released “Snack Meatballs,” a new shelf-stable product in its “Obento-kun” meatball line for bento lunches, on April 1, 2026. The product is aimed at parents who enjoy drinks in the evening and meets demand for nighttime meals.
“Whether it’s a job or further education, the choice is mine.” New company 株式会社ジンジブキャリア launches career information business.
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株式会社ジンジブ has acquired the career information business from チエルコミュニケーションブリッジ株式会社 and established a new company, 株式会社ジンジブキャリア. The new company will begin providing comprehensive career support for high school students, covering further education as well as employment.
“Whether it’s a job or further education, the choice is mine.” Joins the Jinjibu Group and launches a career information business.
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株式会社ジンジブキャリア will launch the career information business acquired from Shoei Koho in April 2026. As part of the Jinjibu Group, it will provide integrated support for high school students pursuing employment or further education.
Fier Home introduces an “online shop” program, launching in April as a first step in the Ogaki and Gifu-minami areas of Gifu Prefecture
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Fier Home, part of LIXIL Housing Research Institute, introduced a new “online shop” program in April 2026 in the Ogaki and Gifu-minami areas of Gifu Prefecture, creating a new point of contact with customers.
Student members who plan and promote school uniforms: 9th cohort of the Kanko Committee selected; to be unveiled on stage at "超十代 -ULTRA TEENS FES- 2026 presented by docomo"
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Kanko Shop Harajuku, the directly operated store of 菅公学生服, has selected 12 members for the 9th cohort of the Kanko Committee and announced them on stage at "超十代 -ULTRA TEENS FES- 2026 presented by docomo." The committee is a project in which students participate in planning and promoting school uniforms.
GoQSystem, an integrated e-commerce management system, adds support for 3 languages to its order management screen
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株式会社GoQSystem's integrated e-commerce management system, GoQSystem, has launched support for 3 languages—English, Korean and Simplified Chinese—in its order management screen. The update aims to prevent operating errors and improve efficiency for cross-border e-commerce and multinational teams.
[New products from Kenko Mayonnaise Group companies] 4 "salad dishes" featuring dressings that make salad the star, bringing out the best in the ingredients
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ケンコーマヨネーズ株式会社 and its consolidated subsidiaries will roll out new "salad dishes" using dressings that make salad the star at supermarkets and other outlets, beginning in February 2026.
The 3rd location after Tokyo and Fukuoka opens in Shinsaibashi, Osaka. New anime culture hub "洒落CAFE" grand opens on Thursday, April 30, 2026
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Anique株式会社 will open "洒落CAFE 心斎橋BIGSTEP店," an experiential cafe collaborating with anime and game titles, in Osaka on April 30, 2026. It will be the company's 3rd location in Japan, following Tokyo and Fukuoka, and will offer exclusive merchandise and menu items.
Mirabo launches its maternal and child health handbook app "mila-e おやこ手帳" in Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture
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株式会社ミラボ's maternal and child health handbook app "mila-e おやこ手帳" has been introduced in 愛媛県西条市 and launched as "西条市おやこ手帳 ハピ♡すく." Integration with Mynaportal enables vaccination records to be automatically updated.
株式会社セレス will merge the YouTube channels of its points sites, "モッピー" and "ポイントインカム," and relaunch them as "マネーのミカタ." In addition to information on earning points, the channel will provide a wide range of money-related information, including asset management and saving tips, with the aim of improving quality of life.
The "Store-to-Store" collaboration between FP Corporation and retailers surpasses 5,000 locations nationwide!
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The number of locations participating in the "Store-to-Store" collaboration promoted by food tray and container manufacturer FP Corporation and retailers has surpassed 5,000 nationwide. The initiative is expanding the collection and recycling of used food trays and PET bottles across Japan to help realize a sustainable society.
Cosmo Oil Marketing and Nihon Closures sign an off-site physical PPA; first solar power plant for both companies to help cut annual CO2 emissions by approximately 10,260 tons at Komaki Plant
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Cosmo Oil Marketing and Nihon Closures have signed an off-site physical PPA using a solar power plant. Under the agreement, the Komaki Plant of Nihon Closures will begin receiving renewable electricity on April 1, 2026. The power will be sourced from solar power facilities of the Cosmo Energy Group, with annual CO2 emissions reductions of approximately 10,260 tons expected. This is the first use of solar power through an off-site physical PPA for both companies.
Asilla launches AI monitoring system "asilla care" for nursing care and welfare facilities
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株式会社アジラ officially launched its AI monitoring system "asilla care" for nursing care and welfare facilities on April 1, 2026. Using existing security cameras, the system uses AI to detect falls, wandering and sudden changes in residents' condition and notify staff, with the aim of easing workloads and improving safety at care facilities facing staff shortages.
—Kakuyasu enters the Sapporo area for the first time—Two small distribution warehouses for restaurants, "なんでも酒やカクヤス すすきのSS" and "なんでも酒やカクヤス 札幌大通SS," open simultaneously!
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株式会社カクヤス, a subsidiary of 株式会社ひとまいる, will enter the Sapporo area for the first time on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. It will open 2 locations, "なんでも酒やカクヤス すすきのSS" and "なんでも酒やカクヤス 札幌大通SS," offering immediate delivery and delivery within a 1-hour time slot to restaurants. The move is part of the medium-term management plan "TRANSFORMATION PLAN 2028" and aims to strengthen services in Sapporo's food and beverage market.
invoiceAgent brand integrated into SVF; on SVF's 30th anniversary, all products redefined as "data infrastructure"
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ウイングアーク１ｓｔ will integrate its electronic forms platform invoiceAgent under the SVF brand and redefine all its products as "data infrastructure." The company aims to strengthen the protection and use of corporate data assets in the generative AI era and provide a secure environment for operating digital forms.
Toward a future where "human potential" moves society
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株式会社マーキュリー has announced a management strategy centered on "human potential" ahead of fiscal 2026, when it will mark its 20th anniversary. In support of April Dream, the company aims to foster employee growth and contribute to society by maximizing group synergies, redefining value through the use of AI and co-creating with foreign employees.
The "GO Economy" service area gets more convenient as central Tokyo and Shibuya are combined! Shibuya Ward in its entirety, Komaba-Todaimae, Ikejiri-Ohashi and Sangenjaya added, increasing pickup and drop-off spots to more than 1.5 times the previous number
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GO株式会社's shared-ride service "GO Economy" will combine and expand its central Tokyo and Shibuya service areas starting April 1, 2026. The service will add all of Shibuya Ward and areas including Komaba-Todaimae, increasing pickup and drop-off spots to approximately 6,500, or more than 1.5 times the previous number, and significantly improving convenience.
TENTIAL, developer of BAKUNE, launches a new spring/summer comforter optimized for air-conditioned environments on Wednesday, April 1.
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株式会社TENTIAL will launch "BAKUNE 掛け布団 クール" and "オーガニックコットン," summer comforters optimized for sleeping in air-conditioned environments, on April 1, 2026.
[Golden Week limited] "ランドセル工房" makes its first appearance at KidZania Fukuoka!
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株式会社池田屋 and KCJ GROUP will hold the "ランドセル工房" pavilion for the first time as a limited-time attraction at KidZania Fukuoka from May 2 to May 6, 2026, during Golden Week. Children can experience making mini school backpacks as backpack artisans while learning about the history and techniques of craftsmanship.
Training program "Learn while having fun and enjoying delicious food! パンデコハウス" launches—a hands-on team-building program packed with expertise in breadmaking and talent development
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株式会社八天堂 has launched "Learn while having fun and enjoying delicious food! パンデコハウス," a hands-on team-building training program for companies centered on breadmaking. The program is held by reservation at facilities in Hiroshima and Chiba and aims to strengthen team cohesion and self-esteem.
The popular "LOVOT Education Plan," an original program for educational institutions to develop the next generation of leaders, will return in fiscal 2026!
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The "LOVOT Education Plan" offered by robotics startup GROOVE X has been well received and will be available to educational institutions again in fiscal 2026. The plan aims to develop the next generation of leaders and is also eligible for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year High School DX Acceleration Project Subsidy.
A world where no one who works has to worry about their physical well-being. Experts provide direct support on the job, helping create a future where everyone around the world can continue to thrive with a smile.
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ダイヤ工業株式会社 has endorsed April Dream and shared its dream of “eliminating physical anxieties for everyone who works.” It aims to create a future where experts provide direct support on the job and everyone around the world can continue to thrive with a smile.
Check Point Research discovers a hidden outbound channel in ChatGPT’s code execution environment
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Check Point Research (CPR) discovered a hidden outbound communication channel in ChatGPT’s code execution environment. The vulnerability could have allowed sensitive user conversation data to be sent to external servers through malicious prompts, but OpenAI completed a fix on February 20, 2026, following CPR’s report.