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forest株式会社 obtained certification under the international information security management system (ISMS) standard “ISO/IEC 27001:2022” on March 19, 2026. The certification is intended to enhance the reliability of information asset management in its M&A and retail tech businesses.
Companies mentioned：UKAS（英国認証機関認定審議会）
As part of April Dream, 株式会社オーミヤ announced its “Colorful Factory” initiative, which introduces bright Scandinavian-designed workwear to dispel the factory’s gloomy image.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オーミヤ、大阪文化服装学院
Go Oda, president of France Direct Co., Ltd. and an herbal medicine researcher, spoke as a lecturer at a special “Health × Management” conference held in Naha, giving a lecture on detoxification with herbs.
QUICK has launched an automated video generation solution using generative AI for MUFG Bank’s member site “MUFG Wealth Management OPUS.” This is the first such implementation in the wealth management business of a major financial institution. The solution delivers market data and news held by financial institutions as short financial videos, helping strengthen customer engagement.
Professional dance team SEGA SAMMY LUX held the grand opening of its directly operated dance studio “STUDIO LUX” at Shinagawa Intercity on April 1. The studio will serve as a practice base for the team and also run a dance school to develop the next generation of dancers, with the aim of contributing to the community and promoting dance culture.
Companies mentioned：セガサミーホールディングス株式会社、SEGA SAMMY LUX
As part of April Dream, 株式会社Splink is working toward a society with “zero dementia,” with a mission to promote brain healthcare and build its foundations. The company has proprietary core technology that visualizes brain condition and has developed products including “CQ test,” “Brain Life Imaging” and the “BRAINEER series.” It has received awards from the United Nations’ WIPO and Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and was selected for the Japanese government’s “J-Startup” program. It was established in January 2017.
The AgriFuture Japan Association announced that it appointed Hiroko Aoyama as a new part-time director effective March 26, 2026.
Companies mentioned：新潟食料農業大学、日本交通公社、ハンファジャパン、船井総合研究所、日本放送協会
日本蓄電池株式会社 has developed “NC仙台市青葉区上愛子蓄電所” in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, through a fund it formed jointly with 株式会社リミックスポイント, and the facility has begun receiving power. It has a rated output of 1,988 kW and a capacity of 8,146 kWh, and uses a TMEIC battery storage system (with CATL batteries) and design and construction by 株式会社ミライト・ワン. The facility will contribute to a stable power supply and the expanded adoption of renewable energy, and will serve the balancing market, JEPX and the capacity market.
日本蓄電池株式会社 began installing batteries on March 26, 2026, at “NC相知町長部田蓄電所,” a grid-scale storage facility under development in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture. The facility addresses the social challenge of securing “balancing capacity” as carbon neutrality efforts advance and renewable energy adoption expands. 株式会社クラフティア is handling design and construction. The facility is primarily intended for the balancing market, JEPX (wholesale market), the capacity market and renewable energy output smoothing.
株式会社フォレストアドベンチャー will open Kagoshima Prefecture’s first “net course” at Forest Adventure Fukiagehama on April 25, 2026. The activity lets visitors play freely in a netted space among the trees and is open to people at least 90 cm tall and weighing up to 100 kg. Admission is 2000 yen (tax included) for 60 minutes, and reservations open at 9 a.m. on April 2.
日本蓄電池株式会社 began installing batteries on March 18, 2026, at “NC唐津市浜玉町浜崎蓄電所,” a grid-scale battery storage facility under development in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture. The facility aims to support a stable power supply as carbon neutrality efforts advance and renewable energy adoption expands, particularly by securing “balancing capacity.” The company handles the process from site selection through deployment and construction, and the facility will be used for the balancing market, JEPX, the capacity market and renewable energy output smoothing. 株式会社クラフティア is handling design and construction.
日本蓄電池株式会社 announced that “NC益田市東町蓄電所,” a grid-scale battery storage facility it built in Masuda, Shimane Prefecture, began receiving power on March 19, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カンドー、TMEIC、CATL
株式会社ゲームエイト has agreed to acquire the business of “予約トップ10,” an advance reservation service for smartphone apps, from a subsidiary of 株式会社アドウェイズ. The business will be fully transferred effective April 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アドウェイズ、予約トップ10株式会社
Paper specialty trading company 竹尾 will relaunch “竹尾見本帖オンライン” on April 1, 2026, allowing intuitive searches and purchases from approximately 7000 paper types. The site has improved search functionality for designers and others.
Companies mentioned：株式会社竹尾
Popular character “コジコジ” has been added to ROLLCAKE株式会社’s subscription service “月刊レター.” Sign-ups open April 1, 2026, and for 385 yen per month, subscribers will receive a calendar featuring new illustrations and a message each month.
Companies mentioned：ROLLCAKE株式会社
日本ワーキング・ホリデー協会 held a well-attended online information session on March 8 for people considering study abroad or a working holiday. Following the positive response, the next event will be held on April 4.
Square will run its “Square Cashless Switching Campaign” from April 1, 2026, to encourage users to switch from other companies’ payment terminals to its own products. Customers will receive 1 free payment terminal, and transaction fees will be waived on up to 1 million yen in sales.
Companies mentioned：Square株式会社、Block, Inc.
OriginalGunosy子会社のゲームエイトが、予約トップ10社からスマホアプリ向け事前予約サービス「予約トップ10」の事業譲受を完了。ゲームのリリース前から後まで一貫したマーケティング支援体制を構築する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社Gunosy、株式会社ゲームエイト、予約トップ10株式会社
Fairy Devices株式会社 will participate and present at the “GENIAC-PRIZE Results Presentation Caravan,” hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO. The company won both first place and the AI Agent Award in “GENIAC-PRIZE Area 01.” The caravan will be held in 4 cities nationwide (Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka and Tokyo), showcasing efforts to develop AI agents. Participation is free, with advance registration required.
株式会社ニチイ学館 has launched a campaign offering a 20% discount on tuition for its care worker practical training course. Those who take a job as a Nichii care staff member will receive a full refund of their tuition.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニチイ学館
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank launched the “Yen Time Deposit Plan,” available exclusively through internet banking, on April 1, 2026. The plan offers a special interest rate and accepts applications 24 hours a day. The special rate applies to deposits of at least 1 million yen per contract in the new “Good Select (Fixed Rate)” time deposit. The principal is guaranteed, and the plan is available to first-time customers.
株式会社ありあけ announced that Daisuke Miura, former manager of 横浜DeNAベイスターズ, will become “Yokohama Harbor Ambassador” on April 1, 2026. He is expected to take part in a parade, and a new commercial is planned.
Companies mentioned：横浜DeNAベイスターズ
三菱UFJ銀行 has revamped its member site for affluent customers as “MUFG Wealth Management OPUS.” It has expanded the site’s My Page features and added market news videos using generative AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社QUICK、三菱UFJ信託銀行、三菱UFJモルガン・スタンレー証券
San Fresh Meat, part of the まん福HD Group, has taken over the business of 株式会社むさし, which operates “焼肉むさし,” a long-established yakiniku restaurant with 40 years of history in Chiba Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：まん福ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社サンフレッシュミート、株式会社むさし
スリーアールソフトウェア株式会社 announced that it will be absorbed by スリーアール株式会社. The merger will integrate the software development expertise and technical capabilities built up by スリーアールソフトウェア into the スリーアール Group. This will strengthen the group’s ability to provide integrated services from software to hardware, enhancing value for customers and the group’s overall competitiveness. Going forward, the group plans to advance “AI-driven development” using AI technology, improve development speed and quality, and strengthen the development and release of its own software services.
Looopでんき has marked the 10th anniversary of its service launch, with the number of contracts surpassing 400,000. As an independent new electricity retailer, it has earned No.1 support in low-voltage supply volume. Innovative rate plans, service improvements and emergency support measures are believed to have contributed to this achievement. The company aims to use AI and digital technologies to move into a phase of making more effective use of energy, and plans to update how energy is used in Japan.
FastLabel株式会社 has fully launched its physical AI business, which interacts with the real world, and established the Robotics AI Business Division, responsible for consulting and technology development.
Companies mentioned：FastLabel株式会社
HiClub株式会社 has launched the AI Game Maker feature in its AI conversation app SynClub, enabling users to automatically create and publish original games without programming.
Companies mentioned：HiClub株式会社
Toyo Engineering's Ms. Kinsha has won the Women’s Award at the 2025 Chemical Engineering Society Awards. This is a first for the company, with her work as a role model for women engineers and her contributions to developing the next generation recognized.
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人化学工学会
株式会社ソーシャルインテリア held its first induction ceremony for 4 new graduates on April 1, 2026, ahead of the 10th anniversary of its founding. The company is stepping up efforts to build its organization over the medium to long term as it expands its business areas.
Nadia and Yamaki have teamed up to release a special feature page promoting the use of Yamaki Kappo Shirodashi in side dishes. The page features recipes by influencers and aims to increase consumption.
Companies mentioned：Nadia株式会社、ヤマキ株式会社
Original株式会社アクセスネクステージは、東京都から「令和8年度 中小企業しごと魅力発信プロジェクト実施運営等業務委託」を受託しました。このプロジェクトは、東京都内の中小企業が抱える人材確保の課題に対し、若者や女性に訴求する企業の魅力を発信することで支援します。アクセスネクステージは、官公庁および地方自治体の受託事業運営で培ったノウハウを活用し、中小企業の人材確保に貢献します。プロジェクトは、ものづくり分野や環境・危機管理などの成長産業分野、サービス業における人材不足に対応します。
SANKO MARKETING FOODS will open the 3rd location of its casual izakaya Mametai Shoten in Motosumiyoshi, Kanagawa Prefecture, on April 1. Leveraging its sixth-sector industrialization of the fisheries industry, it will offer fresh seafood shipped directly from Shizuoka at affordable prices.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SANKO MARKETING FOODS
Givenchy Beauty has tapped Yuta Jinguji of Number_i for a campaign for its new Prisme Libre Dual-Tone Highlighter. In collaboration with VOGUE JAPAN, he showcases an elegant, dimensional glow look.
Companies mentioned：ジバンシイ ビューティー (LVMH)
E-Agency Co., Ltd. transitioned to a holding company structure on April 1, 2026, transferring its business to 3 newly established operating companies.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イー・エージェンシーグループ
Originalジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤは2026年4月10日、地下2階和酒売場に角打ちコーナー「角打ち 銘酒小路」をオープンする。このコーナーでは、日本工芸会東海支部所属作家が手掛けた22種の酒器と、全国から厳選した約20種の銘酒が楽しめる。日本酒は1杯660円から、おつまみは550円から提供される。また、人間国宝の父を持つ鈴木徹氏など、著名な作家の酒器が紹介され、購入も可能。
The Watahan Group will exhibit at the 15th Interpets Tokyo, one of Japan's largest pet events, taking place from April 2 to 5, 2026. It will present pet-related services and products from 3 perspectives: medical care, food and housing.
Companies mentioned：株式会社綿半林業、株式会社綿半インテック、有限会社小諸動物病院
株式会社綿半ホームエイド will launch the “kama-cooked kanpyo roll,” which has attracted attention on television, on April 1, 2026. The product is slowly cooked using a traditional kettle-cooking method and is characterized by its firm, easy-to-bite texture. A special version made with red vinegar will also be sold on weekends only. At the same time, the “domestic natto roll,” made with low-fat domestic soybeans and carefully selected natto bacteria, will be relaunched. These products will be sold at Watahan Super Centers in Nagano and Yamanashi prefectures.
株式会社エクサ has announced “Shaping the future through ‘empathy’ and ‘technology’” as the core concept of its new medium-term management plan for 2030. It aims to evolve from a systems integrator into a “B2B2S” company that solves social challenges.
Companies mentioned：JFEスチール、キンドリルジャパン
Kyoritsu Maintenance has renovated an existing dormitory for working adults and will open Dormy Kokubunji Community House in April 2026. The property offers a range of shared facilities, including a fitness room and soundproof room.
Companies mentioned：株式会社共立メンテナンス
Wedding Park has announced the Kuchikomi Award 2026, recognizing outstanding wedding venues based on ratings on its wedding planning review site. A review summary feature using generative AI is also scheduled to be added from the end of April.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウエディングパーク
株式会社フットボールクラブ水戸ホーリーホック has signed a new official partner agreement, as an Emerald Partner, with the Ibaraki Prefecture Used Car Dealers Association. The agreement takes effect on April 1, 2026, and includes advertising on banners at the main stand and behind the goals. Kenichi Odagiri, the association's chairman and representative director, congratulated Mito HollyHock on its promotion to J1 and pledged to contribute to regional revitalization. The association operates auctions and undertakes vehicle seal-affixing services, among other activities.
Mycat has added the Disaster Risk Change Tracker to its disaster risk visualization service Saigai Map. The feature displays disaster occurrences over the past 10 years on a timeline.
Companies mentioned：国土交通省、気象庁、内閣府、損害保険料率算出機構、総務省消防庁
株式会社フィナンシェ and OKJ have added a new plan to their crypto asset lending service for FNCT, offering a 9.88% annual rate for 180 days. The plan will be available starting April 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フィナンシェ、オーケーコイン・ジャパン株式会社 (OKJ)
株式会社Wiz, 天文館商店街振興組合連合会 and the Minami Nippon Living Shimbun have established a joint venture, 九州フィールドメディア, to operate a digital signage advertising business in Tenmonkan, Kagoshima City.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Wiz、天文館商店街振興組合連合会、株式会社 南日本リビング新聞社、株式会社九州フィールドメディア
株式会社ホットランドホールディングス, which operates 築地銀だこ, will open the 築地銀だこ 国立競技場店 on the 1st floor of MUFG Stadium (National Stadium) on April 4, 2026. In addition to its standard takoyaki, it will offer 3 varieties, including the stadium-exclusive “ponzu scallion mayo,” targeting visitors attending sports events and music concerts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホットランドホールディングス、株式会社ジャパンナショナルスタジアム・エンターテイメント
株式会社ネオマーケティング completed the planned acquisition of shares in 株式会社エッセンスマーケティング, making it a subsidiary, effective April 1, 2026. Through the acquisition, the Neo Marketing Group will gain the expertise of Essence Marketing, which specializes in social media marketing for younger audiences, and strengthen its support for social media management based on research data and cross-channel strategies. The group aims to deliver new value in helping client companies address their marketing challenges.
株式会社ワコールホールディングス joined the Japan Center for Engagement and Remedy on Business and Human Rights (JaCER) as a regular member on April 1, 2026, and began using its “Dialogue and Remedy Platform.” The initiative is aligned with the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and strengthens efforts to reduce, address and prevent human rights risks affecting all stakeholders, including those in the supply chain. In addition to its existing consultation channels, the company will use JaCER’s platform, operated by independent experts, to improve access to remedy and transparency.
FC Osaka has signed a hometown support partner agreement with うし匠 俵本, operated by 株式会社ソルベラノ. As a result, the うし匠 俵本 logo will appear on FC Osaka’s official website. 株式会社ソルベラノ is a butcher based in Katsuragi, Nara Prefecture.
Online English conversation service ネイティブキャンプ is launching its “Favorite Instructor Campaign.” During the campaign, users can earn up to ¥1,500 worth of coins by adding new instructors to their favorites or taking lessons with eligible instructors. The campaign aims to help learners stay motivated and study English effectively.
Tokyu Group representative Hirofumi Nomoto delivered a message to new employees at the Tokyu Group’s joint entrance ceremony for fiscal 2026. The ceremony was held at Bunkamura Orchard Hall on April 1, 2026, with 1,487 participants from 52 companies, including Tokyu and Tokyu Fudosan. Nomoto urged them to “hold strong convictions, think and act for yourselves, and make your dreams come true.” He compared work to “digging a well,” stressing perseverance and cooperation with colleagues. He also highlighted the group’s ambitious initiatives, including Shibuya redevelopment, overseas business and participation in GREEN×EXPO 2027, and encouraged new employees to take initiative and keep learning.
Nihombashi Takashimaya will hold the “Great Gold Exhibition” starting April 8, 2026, featuring and selling a special collection of Shohei Ohtani pure-gold items, including 2 life-size gold statues of the MLB star (¥110 million combined), pure-gold medals and figurines. The event aims to attract customers through sales of high-value artworks and collector’s items.
Companies mentioned：SGC
Shibecha Town, Hokkaido, has launched a crowdfunding project through the hometown tax donation site Furunavi to improve children’s educational environment. In response to the threat to local high schools’ continued existence due to a declining birthrate and aging population, the town will strengthen student recruitment and its capacity to welcome students across the community.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイモバイル
Kamimura Farm, operated by a joint venture between Watami and Kamichiku, will hold its “National Gourmet Festival” starting April 8, 2026. It will offer 9 limited-time dishes themed around regional specialties at 11 locations nationwide, aiming to increase customer traffic.
Companies mentioned：ワタミ株式会社、カミチクグループ、ワタミカミチク株式会社
Sapporo Grand Hotel will offer the winning menu from its 8th internal culinary contest for young chefs for a limited time, from April 1 to April 30, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート
株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント will launch a half-anniversary campaign for the app game “キングダム 覇道” on April 1. To mark the occasion, all players will receive SSR “桓騎” as a gift.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Google
都ホテル 京都八条 will hold its “Sky Beer Garden” on the rooftop starting June 5, 2026. It will offer a variety of food and drinks under a “summer festival” theme, and advance tickets will also be available at discounted prices.
NEXER and スマイフルホーム surveyed 164 people with experience building custom homes. The results showed that around 48% regretted after construction that there were things they “wish they had done.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、スマイフルホーム
株式会社NEXER and 東京不用品回収ドド conducted a joint survey on sorting out unwanted items before moving. Of 200 respondents, 47.5% said their criterion for letting something go was “whether they use it.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、東京不用品回収ドド
Originalキャイ〜ンの天野ひろゆき氏が監修した「牛骨スープ こだわり極上のビーフカレー」「鶏白湯スープ こだわり旨辛チキンカレー」「豚骨スープ スパイシーポークカレー」のレトルトカレー3種が3月28日に発売されました。発売を記念して東京・アリオ北砂店で無料試食会イベントが開催され、天野氏と相方のウド鈴木氏が登場しました。天野氏は1年かけて試行錯誤を重ねた自信作だとアピールし、ウド鈴木氏もサプライズゲストとして登場し会場を盛り上げました。
Jusnet Communications, a subsidiary of 株式会社クリーク･アンド･リバー社, has published issue 81 of “Accountant’s magazine,” a human-interest publication covering the accounting industry. The issue features a cover interview with Yoshiyuki Minegishi, who has spent nearly 50 years working as a certified public accountant and tax accountant. After joining Chuo Audit Corporation in 1975, Minegishi took over his father’s firm and focused on supporting small and midsize businesses in the community. In 2023, he was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, for distinguished service as a certified public accountant. The interview discusses his life and career and his message for the future. The issue also includes a special interview with Shinji Hatta, professor emeritus at Aoyama Gakuin University.
Original合同会社EXNOAは、DMM GAMESで運営する恋愛ゲーム「夢幻楼と眠れぬ蝶」にて、ゲーム内イベント「春の香に乱れ桜～願いの対価は恥じらう私～」と「POPに恋するショッピングデートガチャ」を開催します。イベントは4月1日14:00から4月10日22:59まで、ガチャは4月1日14:00から4月30日15:59まで実施されます。本イベントでは、各キャラクターの本編を読み進めることで進行し、フィーバー中は獲得ハートが2倍または3倍になります。ガチャでは特効効果を持つ新規カードが登場します。
The event “鎖に紡ぐ誓約” and an event gacha will launch on April 1, 2026, in “フルールデイズ,” a game for women on DMM GAMES operated by EXNOA.
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA
株式会社NeoRealX, 南海放送, Ehime Prefecture and 愛媛大学 have joined forces to develop a regionally focused “Natural Disaster Experience VR.” The initiative recreates disasters such as Nankai Trough earthquakes and tsunamis in high-quality 8K video, using intuitive controls that require no controller to raise disaster-preparedness awareness across generations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NeoRealX、南海放送株式会社、愛媛県庁、愛媛大学
Fintertech-operated loan-based crowdfunding platform “Funvest” will begin accepting applications on April 3, 2026, for “エンリード不動産 わくわくリノベーションファンド３－１号.” The target amount is 80 million yen, with an expected annual yield of 3.75% and an investment period of about 6 months.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エンリード不動産、大和証券グループ本社、株式会社クレディセゾン、Fintertech株式会社
Mirai&株式会社 says its goal is to turn small businesses’ “neglected websites” into “revenue-generating assets” and offers its AI人格® Web management service. The service transfers 17 years of web management expertise from its representative, Kensuke Konno, to AI, handling everything from keyword selection and article writing to WordPress publishing. Client companies have achieved 5.4 times the traffic year over year and a 70% rate of new articles ranking near the top of search results. The company is currently building an automated article-production pipeline using Claude Code.
Antiques and fine-art media outlet “目の眼,” now in its 49th year, has announced the release of its latest issue, a digital all-you-can-read service covering around 600 back issues, and its global expansion.
On April 1, 2026, IPA released the deliverables of Open Data Spaces (ODS), a decentralized data management initiative. It aims to establish interoperability for data sharing across companies and national borders and accelerate the deployment of real-world data in society to support AI use.
Companies mentioned：NEDO、一般社団法人データ社会推進協議会（DSA）、ロボット革命・産業IoTイニシアティブ協議会（RRI）、東京大学
Original聖林公司の「HIGH! STANDARD」が、1900年代の米国新聞配達バッグを現代的に再構築した「CANVAS NEWSPAPER BAG」を再販。ヴィンテージの風合いを活かしつつ、調節可能なストラップやフラップの追加で利便性を高めたアイテム。
Companies mentioned：聖林公司
Perfume brand TAMBURINS has opened its 3rd flagship store in Japan, in Daikanyama. Actor Kentaro Sakaguchi visited and experienced the world of products including the limited-edition “EGG PERFUME EVENING GLOW,” drawing public attention.
Companies mentioned：TAMBURINS
Global Career Incubator, Inc. (GCI) has joined April Dream on April 1 and announced its dream of building a system that continually produces people and companies from Japan who thrive around the world. To bridge the divides between job changes, recruitment, development and organizational development, GCI offers individuals career coaching and business English coaching. For companies, it provides comprehensive business consulting covering everything from recruitment strategy to talent development and organizational development. The company aims to help create a society where individuals eager to take on challenges meet companies ready to change, setting off a chain reaction of success.
Miyazaki-based agricultural supplies manufacturer 南榮工業 has launched “MIRAI POT（ミライポット）,” an innovative fabric pot that dramatically increases fine roots through its proprietary air-pruning technology. Its breathable Oxford fabric helps prevent root rot and scientifically supports plant growth.
音響特機株式会社 has begun domestic sales of products from Crestron Electronics. Following a sales agency agreement with Altec Co., Ltd., it will offer integrated solutions combining Crestron’s advanced control technology and AV-over-IP platform. This will enable the company to provide secure, scalable audio and video systems for meeting rooms, educational facilities and other settings. It will also work with networking products from NETGEAR and others to propose architectural designs integrating AV equipment and network systems. Jacques Bertrand, Crestron’s executive vice president for Asia, expressed his commitment to the Japanese market and his hopes for stronger support through cooperation between the two companies.
ELSOUL LABO B.V.’s ERPC has announced that its servers for Solana validators in Frankfurt have sold out. Demand has been driven by AI agents reducing operational workloads and the platform’s performance enhancements, with restocking planned for this week.
Companies mentioned：ELSOUL LABO B.V.、Validators DAO
Cluster, which operates a metaverse platform, has established a Business Development Division integrating 3 fields: digital twins, physical AI and research. It will provide one-stop DX solutions to industries such as construction and manufacturing, leveraging large-scale concurrent connection technology developed through its metaverse business and analysis of people-flow data.
Companies mentioned：クラスター株式会社
マクティブエンターテイメント株式会社 will release 3 new items on April 2 as the 3rd installment in its “今からボード” series, which offers life tips through words. The series provides “word-based entertainment” that stands by people facing emotional struggles and uncertainty in life, supporting personal change.
Judges have been confirmed for the BL (boys’ love) open-submission project “原石発掘プロジェクト,” run by 二見書房 and 山形小説家ライター講座. In addition to Shion Miura, 3 new participants, including Yukari Fujimoto, have been announced.
Companies mentioned：二見書房、山形小説家ライター講座、筑摩書房、電通
株式会社サイバーセキュリティ総研 will exhibit at “Startup JAPAN 2026,” taking place at Makuhari Messe from April 15 to 16, 2026. The exhibition will bring together around 450 startups and 13,000 industry participants. The company will showcase “FastTriage,” its AI-driven MDR, and “トラストラ,” a service that automates supply chain security operations. President and CEO Kei Yamaguchi is also scheduled to speak on the pitch stage, and the company is seeking businesses interested in partnerships.
The 6-member dance-punk band Adult DVD, from Leeds, England, will make its first visit to Japan in April 2026. In addition to live shows in Osaka and Tokyo, in-store events including record-store signings and DJ sets are set to take place.
Companies mentioned：Fat Possum、ALFFO RECORDS、bonjour records、SYNCHRONICITY FESTIVAL
The company has adopted “Enriching society through light and laser technology” as its slogan. No specific new products or events were announced; the message outlines the company’s philosophy and business areas.
The KOSÉ Group held its FY2026 entrance ceremony and welcomed 67 new employees. Marking its 80th anniversary and its transition to a holding-company structure as its “2nd founding,” the group aims to maximize synergies and strengthen governance.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コーセー、コーセー化粧品販売株式会社、コーセーインダストリーズ株式会社、株式会社アドバンス、アルビオン、コーセーコスメポート、コーセー ミルボン コスメティクス、コーセーマルホファーマ、タルト、ピューリ
Sanwa Kotsu Co., Ltd. has decided to launch a new project, “旅客戦隊タクレンジャイ,” to address customer harassment and ensure the safety of its drivers. A response team of 5 heroes who have undergone special training will protect both drivers and customers from nuisance behavior, including sexual harassment. The project was introduced as an original Sanwa Kotsu service to protect the peace of urban mobility. However, this is all April Fools’ content, and the service will not actually operate.
The April 2026 edition of the “Popular Insurance Rankings” has been announced on “エレメントインシュアランス,” an insurance comparison site operated by 株式会社エレメント. In the pet insurance category, “PS Insurance” ranked No. 1, reflecting consumers’ latest preferences.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エレメント、ペットメディカルサポート株式会社、アイペット損害保険
株式会社ソアルソ, which operates the Korean shopping proxy service “バード便,” announced a vision on April 1, as part of “April Dream,” to evolve beyond a simple proxy service into a platform that fully supports fan activities. It aims to support users from the product-search stage by introducing features such as AI-powered automatic estimates and category searches.
株式会社AsU will open “ELEMENT Hongo-sanchome Store,” an unlimited-visit personal and machine Pilates gym, on March 1, 2026. With a flat monthly fee of ¥39,800, it offers personal training and Pilates in 1 session of 30 minutes, helping customers make exercise a habit.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MIGRIDS、株式会社AsU
株式会社グッドラフ has introduced a new “post-graduation support system” for its SEO training course to help participating companies achieve tangible results. By offering online reviews by experts and individual consultations, it aims to prevent difficulties during the post-course implementation phase and support the successful application of what participants have learned in their work.
株式会社コロイド, which operates the online English conversation school “SYUGO,” is stepping up efforts to promote esports as an educational option. Through English lessons using games such as Minecraft and parent-child tournaments, it aims to build a society that fosters children’s confidence and communication skills.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コロイド、合同会社とびらの向こう、株式会社ミニング
The free school 滝野川高等学院 in Kita Ward, Tokyo, opened “放課後等デイサービス・滝野川高等学院アフタースクール” on April 1. Drawing on its experience supporting students who do not attend school, it provides integrated therapeutic and educational support for children with developmental needs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社自由教育
株式会社グッドラフ has introduced an online format for its “SEO Training Course,” which teaches SEO from the basics through practical application. This makes the course, previously focused mainly on the Kansai region, available to participants nationwide, enabling small and midsize business owners and web professionals in regional and remote areas to develop online customer-acquisition skills. Established on April 1, 2022, the company provides strategy development, marketing, SEO, website production, advertising management and DX support.
A 3rd printing has been confirmed for 『43歳頂点論』 (Shincho Shinsho), a book on human nature by explorer and author Yusuke Kakuhata. Since its release, reviews have been contributed by former track and field athlete Dai Tamesue, nonfiction writer Hideyuki Takano and Akutagawa Prize-winning author K Sanzo Matsunaga, among others, while bookstores have seen a succession of purchases by readers around “43 years old.” Kakuhata views the late 40s, when experience can make up for declining physical strength, and particularly age 43, as the pinnacle of life, and explores its depths. The book also discusses the “realm of peril,” where renowned adventurers lose their lives at 43, and the new perspectives that emerge in one’s 50s, after passing one’s peak.
NTT-ME will begin supplying renewable energy in 逗子市 using the city’s first on-site PPA arrangement on April 1, 2026. Solar power generation systems and storage batteries will be installed at 3 facilities, including elementary and junior high schools in the city.
Companies mentioned：逗子市、逗子小学校、逗子文化プラザホール、市民交流センター
ファイルフォース will offer “Secure PC™,” a new product that makes PCs data-less, starting April 1, 2026. It can be deployed at a lower cost than VDI, reduces the risk of information leaks by keeping data off devices, and enables integrated management with existing cloud file servers.
株式会社ストライクグループ announced executive personnel changes effective April 1, 2026. 荒井邦彦 and others will take up director positions, including that of representative director and president. 福島祐治 and others will become executive officers. 株式会社ストライク will also make changes to its directors and executive officers effective the same day. The company’s main business is M&A support.
株式会社ニーズウェル announced a campaign to mark the launch of its “MigrationLC” service. The article does not provide details about the service or campaign, which is a promotional initiative accompanying the launch of the new service.
The YouTube anime “HELLO OSAKA” has signed a team sponsorship agreement with the Hanshin Tigers for FY2026. It will help energize the Kansai region through postgame cheering posts, collaborative merchandise and title sponsorship of 2nd-team games.
Companies mentioned：阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社阪神タイガース
As part of its April Dream initiative, PTNA (全日本ピアノ指導者協会) announced its dream of taking the “Special Grand Concerto”—which gives young pianists the chance to perform with a professional orchestra—to audiences nationwide and bringing new concertos to the world.
Companies mentioned：関西フィルハーモニー管弦楽団、ザ・シンフォニーホール
株式会社D-fitt announced its “April Dream,” proposing healthy habits that people want to continue because they are enjoyable, rather than out of a sense of obligation to maintain their health. In particular, it aims to address the social issue of lack of exercise through dance and create a world where people naturally become healthier.
Suzuyo Co., Ltd. held its entrance ceremony at Nippondaira Hotel on April 1, 2026, welcoming 32 new employees. A reception was also held after the ceremony, giving executives and new employees an opportunity to get to know one another. As a commemorative gift, all new employees received original baseball shirts created in collaboration with J.League club Shimizu S-Pulse. President Kenichiro Suzuki said the company aims to become Japan’s top logistics company in service quality, with on-site capabilities and problem-solving skills as its strengths.
Career Lab (operated by LifeLab Inc.) has provided career support to 1 million people, primarily those in their 20s. The company offers people in their 20s who are concerned that they do not know whether their current path is right for them or what they want to do an opportunity to reassess their lives. Through workshops on career choices, including job changes, career changes and ways of working, it focuses on articulating specific ways of working and job choices by working backward from ideal lifestyles and personal values. Going forward, it plans to expand into corporate training and educational institutions, aiming to foster a society where people no longer “just go through the motions” at work and a culture in Japan in which careers are “chosen by oneself” rather than “given to people.”
eek, a group company of 株式会社ソルクシーズ, supported agency-contracted player Mi2ha4 in signing a professional contract with global esports club Virtus.pro.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソルクシーズ、Virtus.pro、SNK