AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-01 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 24 of 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.htmlOne place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Japan, 2366 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en “I still want to look beautiful.” Beauty brand “Rin” speaks out on April 1 about the “invisible burdens” faced by working women and mothershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28769Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeauty brand “Rin” shared its commitment on April 1 to addressing the “invisible burdens” faced by working women and mothers. The initiative was announced as the dream of Cantik LLC, in support of “April Dream.” “Too big to sell”: Turning a 3,000-square-meter vacant house into a “Japanese-style guesthouse” admired around the world. Shodoshima Retreats envisions building an island for the next 100 years.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28768Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES小豆島リトリーツ株式会社は、広大な空き家となった元醤油屋の邸宅（約3,000平米）を「和の迎賓館」として再生する夢を描いています。2025年11月にオープンした「お屋敷ステイ 幸」は、1日1組限定で古民家BARや露天風呂などを提供し、持続可能な滞在型観光を目指します。これにより、地域経済の活性化と、島を離れた若者が「誇れる仕事」を求めて戻ってこられる未来の実現を目指します。 檜創建 to Exhibit at Salone del Mobile.Milanohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28767Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES檜創建株式会社 will exhibit at the international bathroom trade fair Salone del Mobile.Milano in Milan, Italy, from April 21 to 26, 2026. The company will unveil “sa yu,” a new wooden bathtub by product designer Motomi Kawakami. The new product expresses Japanese bathing culture, drawing on Gifu Prefecture's rich natural environment and woodworking traditions. [A new attraction in Arashiyama, Kyoto] Explore the streets as a ninja?! “TAKUMI EXPERIENCE 嵐山,” a new kind of complex combining hands-on experiences, crafts and a Japanese-style café, grand opens on April 1!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28766Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAKUMI EXPERIENCE 嵐山, a complex combining hands-on experiences, crafts and a Japanese-style café, grand opens in Arashiyama, Kyoto, on April 1. It offers visitors from Japan and abroad extraordinary experiences and lasting memories through activities such as ninja experiences and craftmaking. ▼110th anniversary▼ [One of Japan's largest selections of meat and wine] [Grand Prize winner at the Bento and Prepared Foods Awards] The challenge of creating the ultimate original product at Azabu Nissin World Delicatessen, an international-style store favored by embassieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28765Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of the “April Dream” project, Nissin World Delicatessen announced its dream of winning the grand prize in the bread category at the “Bento and Prepared Foods Awards 2026,” marking its 110th anniversary. 🐾 Head to Futako-Tamagawa with your pets during Golden Week! 🐶😺 A pet market is coming to the Tama River riverbank 🌿🎪 [April 29, 2026 (Wed., holiday) @ Futako-Tamagawa Mizube Fun Base]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28764Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn April 29, 2026, the Pet Wink Market, an event for people to enjoy with their pets, will be held on the Tama River riverbank in Futako-Tamagawa. Along with another event taking place the same day, it will bring excitement to the whole neighborhood. [April Dream] Using the power of data to fill the “medical care gap” affecting 74% of the world. LotusLink's challenge began with one doctor's shock.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28763Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLotusLink, founded by a doctor who witnessed healthcare disparities in developing countries, announced through “April Dream” its dream of using data and technology to fill the world's “medical care gap.” 5 years since “If the ideal cram school doesn't exist, I'll make one myself.” With “AI Nob先生,” we want to bring inquiry-based learning guided by “啐啄同時” to children across Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28762Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSlow Learning Juku Nobiteku, in support of April Dream, shared its dream through “AI Nob先生,” an AI-powered interactive inquiry-based learning app. It aims to bring inquiry-based learning guided by “啐啄同時” to children nationwide, regardless of their region or circumstances. [2026 April Dream] TROBZ Co., Ltd. will end customer acquisition that relies on high advertising costs and make it normal for companies with truly good services to be able to attract customers on their own.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28761Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs its April Dream, TROBZ Co., Ltd. announced its vision of making it commonplace for companies to attract customers on their own, without relying on high advertising costs. “Our organization has changed,” say clients at 365 companies. Clinical organizational science is enabling the co-evolution of organizations and people.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28760Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DroR, in support of the “April Dream” project, announced its dream of achieving organizational transformation at 365 client companies through organizational design using Clinical Organizational Science (COS). Toward a society where every child can “believe in themselves and take on challenges” — GROWNIQUE's April 1 declaration as it continues to address concerns about children's developmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28759Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn April 1, as part of the “April Dream” project, GROWNIQUE declared its plans to roll out GROWNIQUE grow, a nutritional supplement that supports children's growth from the ground up, and shared its aspirations. [More people than you might think pretend to know] A look at the jargon barrier in crypto, based on a survey of 1,314 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28758Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESClabo Co., Ltd. surveyed 1,314 people on their understanding of cryptocurrency terminology. The findings revealed that more than half of those with investment experience invest without correctly understanding terms such as DeFi and NFT. IP co-creation service “Story Scramble-ストスク-” for writers and editors launches. 11 companies, including 双葉社, join the first cohort; applications open for the second cohorthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28757Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCloudgate Co., Ltd. released Story Scramble-ストスク-, an IP co-creation platform connecting publishers and writers, on April 1 and opened applications for companies to join the second cohort. Notice of headquarters relocation, opening of Tokyo branch, and corporate logo redesignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28756Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEne Forward Co., Ltd., which develops grid-scale battery storage facilities, will relocate its headquarters and open a Tokyo branch in April 2026. It has also refreshed its corporate logo and the logo for its in-house brand, “ENE FORCE.” Toward a society where a single paper cup can become a switch that moves the future.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28755Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsui Bussan Packaging announced on April 1, as part of “April Dream,” that it aims to realize a resource-circulating society through paper cup recycling. It proposes that small actions—rinsing used paper cups and sorting them for disposal—can become a switch that moves the future. Drawing on its connections with businesses and consumers, the company sees paper cups not merely as containers but as a force for social change. The initiative aims to contribute to the SDGs and create a society where people can feel connected to the future. Okada Aiyon establishes new tagline “Blue Pride”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28754Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOkada Aiyon established its new tagline, “Blue Pride,” effective April 1, 2026. Through its corporate color, Okada Blue, the company expressed confidence in its technology and quality, as well as its commitment and promise to customers. After sushi and ramen comes KOJI (麹). Bringing the fermentation culture born in Horie to the worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28753Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESwelala, operated by 株式会社best, announced its dream of making “KOJI (麹)” a word understood around the world. Through its store in Horie, Osaka, it is reinventing and sharing Japan's fermentation culture for the modern age. Former makuuchi wrestlers clash candidly at press conference announcing “ヤメ力士超相撲”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28752Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社E-VENTは、2026年6月6日に開催予定の元力士による相撲トーナメント「ヤメ力士超相撲」の発表記者会見を3月30日に実施した。豊ノ島など元幕内力士が登壇し、意気込みを語った。 Toward a world where everyone can enjoy “one more cup” of coffee. The new coffee culture envisioned by HALF DECAF COFFEEhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28751Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社futari styleが運営する「HALF DECAF COFFEE」は、カフェインを抑えつつ風味を楽しめる「ハーフデカフェ」を通じて、気兼ねなくコーヒーを楽しめる文化の実現という夢を発表した。 We will create a world where everyone involved in real estate is free from financial stress!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28750Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPropTech Japan Co., Ltd. aims to create a world where everyone involved in real estate is free from financial stress. Drawing on insights gained through its RentEase app for paying rent by card, the company is digitizing the flow of funds throughout the real estate industry. Founded in February 2024, the company plans to expand into B2B payments among property management companies, real estate agencies and construction companies, in light of forecasts that the real estate tech B2B market will reach 518 billion yen in fiscal 2030. Creating an e-commerce business that brings a little “comfort” to everyday life!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28749Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPropTech Japan Co., Ltd. announced its dream of creating an e-commerce business that brings a little “comfort” to everyday life. The announcement was made as part of the April Dream project, which the company supports. “Creating a global standard for eel” — Edo Nadashiro Amon begins recruiting master franchise partners in 7 Asian and Middle Eastern countrieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28748Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmon Co., Ltd. is accelerating the overseas expansion of its eel specialty restaurant, Edo Nadashiro Amon, and has begun recruiting master franchise partners in 7 Asian and Middle Eastern countries. Rediscover the joy of lively conversation. We want to extend healthy life expectancy for older adults with hearing aids selected from hundreds of options and “Nokkerun”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28747Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUguisu Healthcare Co., Ltd. shared its April Dream: to restore the joy of conversation for older adults and extend their healthy life expectancy using hearing aids selected from hundreds of options and “Nokkerun.” A future where everyone can smile together and say, “I was happy with my life.” Creating a compassionate society that turns each person’s story into a “treasure.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28746Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTekodeko Dream Laboratory Co., Ltd. announced its dream of creating a compassionate society that turns each person’s story into a “treasure,” and a future where everyone can smile together and say, “I was happy with my life.” From Tokyo to Kansai at last: “Gyutan Tororo Mugimeshi Negishi” to open at LINKS UMEDA on April 28, 2026 (Tue.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28745Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNegishi Food Service Co., Ltd. is bringing its gyutan specialty restaurant Negishi, which has more than 50 locations in the Tokyo metropolitan area, to Kansai for the first time. Its first Kansai location, Gyutan Tororo Mugimeshi Negishi LINKS UMEDA, will open on the 8th floor of LINKS UMEDA on April 28, 2026 (Tue.). A media preview will be held the day before the opening. “No more treating management positions like a punishment.” Find joy in managementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28744Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFeelWorks Co., Ltd. announced its April Dream of creating a society where people can find joy in management, championing the idea: “No more treating management positions like a punishment.” The company supports this project. Yuimedi, which standardizes medical data, provides technical support for NEC’s demonstration of OMOP conversion of NDB and electronic medical record datahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28743Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYuimedi Co., Ltd. conducted a technical validation of medical data conversion to OMOP CDM in collaboration with NEC, 愛媛大学 and FedAna, and provided technical support. The work will ease the burden of data preprocessing, a challenge in research use of public databases. Classroom Adventure’s fact-checking game “Rei’s Blog” wins the Social Action Award at the Internet Media Awards 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28742Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESClassroom Adventure Co., Ltd.’s fact-checking game “Rei’s Blog” won the Social Action Award at the Internet Media Awards 2026. Its practical approach to information literacy education was recognized. “Koedo Renaissance Challenge 100” declared: 100 challenges in 10 years. Creating new value with the communityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28741Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エコーステーション supports April Dream and announced its dream of evolving from a conventional office equipment retailer into a “reskilling creation company” that brings innovation to local communities and workplaces. [Back by popular demand] “Sakura Matcha,” sold out right after launch. A new experience taking shape: from “drinking” to “making” matcha | WACHAhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28740Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWACHA Co., Ltd. announced that its spring-limited product SAKURA MATCHA has sold out and will be restocked. In an increasingly efficiency-driven modern world, the company is offering the cultural experience of making matcha by hand. 【道の駅うみてらす名立】名立産100％の旬の甘エビを堪能する「甘エビ祭り」を開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28739Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゆめ企画名立が運営する「道の駅 うみてらす名立」にて、名立産100％の甘エビを提供する「甘エビ祭り 第2回」が2026年4月4日より開催されます。地域の魅力を発信し、観光客へのアピールを目的としています。 Koshin enters the engine-powered brush cutter market for the first time, delivering an easy start with its newly developed “Karusuta” enginehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28738Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKoshin Co., Ltd. has developed its first engine-powered brush cutter, equipped with a “Karusuta” engine that requires 39% less effort to start than conventional models. It is easy for older adults and women to use. Delivering the best products at top speed with AI and technical expertisehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28737Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAndAI Co., Ltd. announced its vision, “Delivering the best products at top speed with AI and technical expertise,” as its April Dream. The company supports this project. Many students admitted to top universities, including 東京大学 School of Medicine! Kono Juku announces its 2026 admissions resultshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28736Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKono Juku, an online preparatory school operated by Stardy Co., Ltd., announced its admissions results for the 2026 academic year, including 62 students admitted to 東京大学. The popular “Trunk Cargo” outdoor storage container gets an upgrade. An easier-to-grip handle cuts muscle activity by 10%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28735Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリス株式会社 will launch the “Easy Grip Type,” an upgraded-grip version of its outdoor storage product Trunk Cargo, on April 1, 2026. Testing supervised by 名古屋市立大学 showed reduced muscle activity, easing the burden of carrying it. Complete your room with art. Art-focused e-commerce site artgraph. to hold its 2nd New Life Support Sale from April 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28734Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPHOTOPRI Co., Ltd., operator of the art-focused e-commerce site artgraph., will hold its 2nd New Life Support Spring Sale from April 1 to April 14, with free shipping on all products. “Changing the world through the power of seeing” — Charting the next stage of growth through X-ray analysis technology as the company marks its 75th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28733Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs the Rigaku Group approaches its 75th anniversary in 2026, it is charting the next stage of growth, centered on X-ray analysis technology, as it pursues its dream of “changing the world through the power of seeing.” The X-ray analysis technology it has cultivated since its founding has supported Nobel Prize-winning research and is indispensable across a wide range of fields, including semiconductors and life sciences. Its medium-term management plan through 2027 targets annual revenue growth in the 2-digit range and expansion of the business. The group aims to deliver new value to society and open up the future together with partners around the world. Turning students’ ideas into products every year — Unifirst’s April Dream creates hit products conceived by students through a system that ensures ideas “don’t end with the classroom,” opening the way to new value creation through industry-academia collaborationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28732Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of April Dream, Unifirst Co., Ltd. announced plans to establish a system for turning students’ ideas into products every year through industry-academia collaboration with 玉川大学. Brightage®, known for age-related skin inflammation*¹, launches Brightage White X, a new line specializing in dark spot carehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28731Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDaiichi Sankyo Healthcare Direct is launching a new line dedicated to dark-spot care, “ブライトエイジホワイトX,” under its skincare brand “ブライトエイジ,” and will release a new serum on May 19, 2026. Taking on the AI era with “human skills”: The contrarian strategy of a professional services group! IU Consulting brings a Tokyo labor and social security attorney corporation into its grouphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28730Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIU Consulting Group will bring Labor and Social Security Attorney Corporation RIMONO Work-Life Design into its group in July 2026 and invest approximately 80 million yen to open a strategic finance-and-labor hub in Shinjuku. Turning “food people cannot eat” into “delicious food” around the world. The future of food that leaves no one behind, envisioned by andew, the world’s gentlest chocolate created by a doctorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28729Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“The world’s gentlest chocolate,” andew, developed by a doctor, is a complete-nutrition chocolate for people who have given up the pleasure of eating because of illness or their physical constitution. Its smooth, melt-in-the-mouth texture and nutritional value help ease the difficulties of eating for people with intractable diseases, aiming for a future in which everyone can enjoy meals. Personal doctor wellness is building the infrastructure of the post-AI era as a world-leading Longevity companyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28728Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWellness Inc. is building new preventive healthcare infrastructure as a Longevity company, emphasizing the importance of “brain and body health” in the AI era and aiming to maximize Healthspan rather than simply extend lifespan. Generative AI platform “Poteer” launches the Digital Behavior Awards—returning a total prize pool of 100,000 yen to creators with disabilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28727Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGenerative AI platform “Poteer” is holding the “Digital Behavior Awards.” It is inviting creative works generated using Poteer and will return a total prize pool of 100,000 yen to creators with disabilities, demonstrating a new cycle of value connecting generative AI and creators. “Remake easy,” a members-only parfait bar, presents its April-only “天孫の春うららパフェ” featuring mangoes from Miyazaki Prefecture and Hyuganatsu citrus.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28726Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Remake easy,” a members-only parfait bar, will begin serving its April-only “天孫の春うららパフェ” featuring mangoes from Miyazaki Prefecture and Hyuganatsu citrus. Made with mangoes from Miyazaki Prefecture and Hyuganatsu citrus, the parfait has a special flavor inspired by Japanese mythology. It will be available from April 1 to April 30, 2026. Entries open for the 17th “いのちつないだワンニャン写真動画コンテスト”! Public-interest foundation aims to eliminate the euthanasia of dogs and cats, holding the contest under the concept “Adopt, don’t buy”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28725Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人どうぶつ基金 is holding the 17th “いのちつないだワンニャン写真動画コンテスト,” aiming to eliminate the euthanasia of dogs and cats. Its concept, “Adopt, don’t buy,” seeks to promote the choice not to purchase an animal’s life. Launch of 3 charity styles! KEEN × Leave No Trace (LNT) collaborationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28724Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOutdoor brand KEEN has partnered with environmental ethics program Leave No Trace to launch 3 products: a nylon daypack, T-shirt and cap. A portion of sales will be donated to Leave No Trace Japan to support environmental conservation efforts. Third-party evaluations to be newly offered in Chiba and Hyogo prefectures starting in April 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28723Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES保育第三者評価株式会社, a group company of BABY JOB株式会社, began offering third-party evaluation services for childcare and children’s facilities in Chiba and Hyogo prefectures in April 2026. To mark the launch, a special campaign offering 75% off is underway for the first 5 facilities. “ママレ,” a community for mom entrepreneurs, to hold an in-person event in Tokyo on April 16, 2026; seminar on “independence for mothers and themselves” led by 高橋まゆこ, representative of Montessori Cooking®https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28722Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“ママレ,” a community for mom entrepreneurs, will hold an in-person event in Tokyo on April 16, 2026. 高橋まゆこ, representative of Montessori Cooking®, will lead the seminar “Montessori-style independence for mothers and themselves! A seminar covering 3 key points,” aiming to support mothers raising children in achieving personal goals while balancing their responsibilities. Win a copy of “ロイロノート年鑑2026” in a drawing for 100 people!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28721Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LoiLo is running a campaign to give away 100 copies of the book “ロイロノート年鑑2026,” released on February 25, 2026, through a drawing. The book compiles examples of how the lesson-support app “ロイロノート・スクール” is used and aims to share the latest educational practices widely. Lineup unveiled for new baby toy brand “Baby curiosity®,” launching in April!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28720Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESInfant and toddler toy maker ピープル株式会社 has announced its new baby toy brand “Baby curiosity®,” drawing on more than 40 years of expertise and the work of “ピープル赤ちゃん研究所.” Sales will begin nationwide in early April 2026, with toys designed to stimulate the curiosity of babies aged 0 and a playful way to choose them using “curiosity onomatopoeia.” [Held May 15 (Fri.) from 17:00] Spring 2026, with advertising costs soaring: Change customer acquisition with a “host positioning strategy” | Free webinar reveals methods that draw 4,000 people a year!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28719Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社 announced that it will hold an online seminar on May 15, 2026. Amid soaring advertising costs, it will share customer-acquisition know-how for drawing 4,000 people a year as a “networking event host” and explain how to generate trust and business discussions. [COCO DEAL] A gradient leading into summer, told like a film. New Collection vol.2 unveiled on 4/1 (Wed.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28718Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCOCO DEAL, operated by アイア株式会社, unveiled web visual vol.2, “Blueberry Transit,” on its official online store on April 1. It is a new summer 2026 collection that portrays the transition from spring to summer like a coming-of-age film. [April 18 is Invention Day] “GVA 商標登録,” which supports the preparation of trademark application documents and the purchase of patent revenue stamps, now supports application documents for logo trademarks (figurative trademarks)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28717Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “GVA 商標登録” service operated by GVA TECH株式会社 now supports the preparation of application documents for logo trademarks (figurative trademarks). This will make trademark registration more accessible to small and medium-sized businesses, startups and sole proprietors, expanding the service’s reach. Spring and summer sweets arrive from popular Lyon, France-based pastry chef and chocolatier Sébastien Bouillethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28716Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSébastien Bouillet, a popular pastry chef and chocolatier in Lyon, France, has unveiled a spring and summer limited-edition sweets collection. These vibrant sweets, showcasing traditional techniques and carefully selected ingredients, are ideal as gifts or as a treat for yourself. UUUM creator videos hit the sauna! Streaming begins in April on “フロサウナTV”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28715Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Wiz and UUUM株式会社 have partnered to begin streaming videos by UUUM creators on “フロサウナTV,” a digital signage service for sauna facilities, starting April 1, 2026. The first installment will feature videos from PDS株式会社, with the aim of offering sauna-goers a new content experience. [New release] Skincare brand “ベルアージュ” introduces “インテンシヴセラム ∞” and “リペアアイ プレミアム ∞,” formulated with human adipose-derived mesenchymal cell exosomes and human stem cell conditioned media as moisturizing ingredients.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28714Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn April 1, 2026, Hollywood Co., Ltd. launched “インテンシヴセラム ∞” serum and “リペアアイ プレミアム ∞” eye cream under its skincare brand “ベルアージュ ∞.” Both products contain human adipose-derived mesenchymal cell exosomes and human stem cell conditioned media. They are designed to soften hardened skin and provide firmness and moisture. UUUM begins providing content to sauna channel “フロサウナTV.” PDS株式会社 featured in the first installment!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28713Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUUUM has begun providing videos by its affiliated creators to “フロサウナTV,” a sauna-focused channel operated by 株式会社Wiz. The first installment features PDS株式会社. The strategic partnership aims to use saunas’ “attention-commanding” spaces to address companies’ marketing challenges and enhance the value of bathing facilities. 〈Repetto〉 unveils feature page for “CEREMONY SELECTION 2026,” an elegant collection crafted for special occasionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28712Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFor its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Repetto has unveiled “CEREMONY SELECTION 2026,” an elegant shoe collection for special occasions, on its official online store. The collection offers refined elegance through ballerina shoes and heels showcasing the craftsmanship that has shone since the brand’s founding. From April 1, works by Kuniko Mukoda in Bunshun Bunko get special obi bands marking 45 years since her death. A campaign also launches offering a chance to win an original scarf created by オンワード樫山’s 〈uncrave〉 in tribute to Mukoda!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28711Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark 45 years since Kuniko Mukoda’s death, Bungeishunju will place special obi bands on Mukoda’s works in Bunshun Bunko from April 1 and run a giveaway campaign for a collaboration scarf with オンワード樫山’s brand “uncrave.” The campaign aims to renew appreciation for the timeless appeal of Mukoda’s works. [April 2026 issue] Actor Miho Watanabe appears as the cover model for “PLACOLE＆DRESSY”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28710Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“PLACOLE＆DRESSY,” the wedding brand operated by 冒険社プラコレ, has selected actor Miho Watanabe as the cover model for its April 2026 issue and launched special content. Aiming to make wedding dresses feel more accessible, it offers an interview with Watanabe and information on wedding-related events. From buzzworthy next-generation robots to local Aichi companies, 630 companies＊ gather! The 11th Manufacturing World [Nagoya] opens April 8 (Wed.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28709Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRX Japan合同会社 will hold the 11th Manufacturing World [Nagoya] at Port Messe Nagoya from April 8 to 10, 2026. One of the largest manufacturing trade shows in the Chubu region, it will feature 630 exhibitors, including next-generation robotics and AI technology companies and local Aichi businesses, with the aim of helping address challenges such as labor shortages. 中国を封じ込む〝高市トランプ同盟〟 月刊「正論」5月号、4月1日発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28708Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES月刊「正論」5月号が4月1日に産経新聞社から発売されました。今号では、衆院選後の国際情勢における日本の立ち位置を深く掘り下げています。門田隆将氏と結城豊弘氏は「高市・トランプ同盟」による中国封じ込めを提言。古森義久氏や飯山陽氏はイラン情勢が日本に及ぼす影響を詳述しています。憲法改正に関する論考や政界の深層に迫るインタビューも多数掲載されています。 “From the car wash to the galaxy.” WASH!PLAZA®︎ marks its 30th anniversary with the launch of original IP “KINGWASHER™”｜Born on Mercury. Landed on Earth.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28785Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:09:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESYokohama’s 24-hour coin-operated car wash WASH!PLAZA will mark its 30th anniversary in April 2026 and launch its original character IP “KINGWASHER.” It is beginning a new brand initiative themed around a car-washing experience on a cosmic scale. Indonesia Research Institute Co., Ltd. continues to win contract to establish and operate the “Tokyo SME Support Desk Indonesia”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28786Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:08:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESIndonesia Research Institute Co., Ltd. has again been commissioned by the Tokyo Metropolitan Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center to establish and operate the “Tokyo SME Support Desk Indonesia” for Reiwa 8 fiscal year. It will support small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo seeking to expand into Indonesia. [Oisix Niigata] “Akiha Ward Day” to be held during the Yakult games on April 10-12https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28787Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:08:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESOisix Niigata Albirex BC will hold its games against 東京ヤクルトスワローズ on April 10-12 as “Akiha Ward Day,” with a range of events showcasing the appeal of 新潟市秋葉区. A total of approximately 160,000 visitors over about 2 months to attractions including “Saga Kingdom Airport” and “Kingdom Reading Embankment”! “Kingdom × (Racing) 佐賀県” project extended through September 30! Don’t let Saga’s flame die out!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260401-15/index-en-p24.html#n28788Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:07:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESA total of 160,000 people visited the collaboration project between 佐賀県 and the manga “Kingdom,” “Kingdom × (Racing) 佐賀県,” in about 2 months. Following its huge success, the project has been extended through September 30.