On Oct. 10 (World Mental Health Day), the SDGs group 「鎌倉サステナブル」 will host a tear-jerking event (Tear Activity Festival) from Kamakura, sending it out with a wish for world peace and the aim of bringing people around the world to tears.
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The SDGs group 「鎌倉サステナブル」 will hold a Tear Activity Festival in Kamakura on Oct. 10, World Mental Health Day. Hoping to relieve stress for people around the world and promote peace, it will stream tear-jerking content online to audiences worldwide.
Toward a future where people don’t give up on age-related changes to their hair and continue to feel confident in themselves — April Dream
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ONEhair, a beauty salon, has joined April Dream and announced its dream: “Toward a future where people don’t give up on age-related changes to their hair and continue to feel confident in themselves.” It aims to boost customers’ self-esteem through anti-aging care.
Unlock the potential of Japanese companies with the power of AI and create an era in which they can win on the world stage again
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AICE株式会社 aims to use AI to unlock the potential of Japanese companies and help them regain their competitiveness in the world. Specializing in complex industries such as manufacturing, construction and real estate, insurance and finance, and healthcare, it supports corporate transformation with solutions that combine industry expertise and AI.
【株式会社マインドシェア】Education can get even better when knowledge is connected. —Sharing knowledge expands the possibilities of education in Japan—
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株式会社マインドシェア has joined April Dream and announced its vision: “Education can get even better when knowledge is connected.” It shares its belief that sharing knowledge will expand the possibilities of education in Japan.
【New Release】From “5 seconds” to “1 second.” The 2026 model of the fully light-blocking parasol “MFU1S” unfolds into a neat shape the moment it is closed
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KONCIWA will release the 2026 model of its fully light-blocking parasol, “MFU1S,” an evolution of the 2025 model “MFU5S” that neatly takes shape the moment it is closed. The innovative product eliminates the stress of folding an umbrella and delivers “1-second storage” and “100% light blocking × 20°C heat reduction.”
Toyama-based IAAZAJホールディングス strengthens knit contract manufacturing with スズニット, expanding new inquiries through end-to-end proposals
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IAAZAJホールディングス has welcomed 株式会社スズニット into its group, strengthening its contract manufacturing capabilities in the knitwear sector. This is the group’s first M&A involving overlapping functions. With スズニット’s quality and responsiveness at its core, the group will coordinate with its dyeing and processing capabilities to provide an end-to-end service from knitting through dyeing, processing and sewing. The initiative aims to reduce coordination burdens in the textile industry’s fragmented structure and contribute to the development of Toyama Prefecture’s textile industry. While maintaining its “business as usual” made-to-order production after the M&A, the group will provide even better service and quality, easing concerns among business partners and building a system they can entrust with confidence. スズニット representative 川邉清志 said he considered the M&A against the backdrop of the company’s 50th anniversary and the lack of a successor, and placed importance on retaining the jobs of its 31 employees.
【BS Nippon TV】A new 2-hour suspense drama starring 英一郎船越! “弁護士 六角心平 京都殺人事件簿２” airs Saturday, April 4, at 7 p.m.
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The new 2-hour suspense drama “弁護士 六角心平 京都殺人事件簿２,” starring 英一郎船越, will air on BS Nippon TV at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 4. 英一郎船越 said that Kyoto was where he grew as an actor through period dramas and suspense productions, and expressed his delight at playing the role of 心平六角 in a story set in Kyoto. Just before the broadcast, 船越 will speak about his passion for the drama.
Shizuoka is the inspiration for the setting! The latest installment in the popular, repeatedly reprinted series, 『おまわりさんと招き猫 月夜にはねる白ウサギ』, goes on sale April 20! Includes a collaboration bonus with ヤマダネコ, a popular character from Hamamatsu, exclusive to the Tokai region!
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マイクロマガジン社 will release 『月夜にはねる白ウサギ』, the latest installment in the popular 『おまわりさんと招き猫』 series, on April 20, 2026. Set in Shizuoka, the series will also be available as an e-book on the same day, with a collaboration bonus featuring the popular character 「ヤマダネコ」 available exclusively in the Tokai region.
あみあみ, a major online hobby retailer, will release a 1/144-scale plastic model kit of the lead robot from 『ファイブスター物語』, 「帝騎マグナパレス ザ・ナイト・オブ・ゴールド」, through select distribution channels. The long-awaited item is drawing attention in the hobby market.
The only permanent 株式会社アーバンリサーチ retail space in Ehime Prefecture is inside the home stadium of FC今治, アシックス里山スタジアム
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株式会社アーバンリサーチ has opened a permanent retail space inside アシックス里山スタジアム, the home stadium of FC今治. It is the company’s only permanent retail space in Ehime Prefecture and offers lifestyle products to enrich visitors’ time at the stadium.
【April Dream】Creating a society without steps, a level playing field for all
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NPO法人ウィーログ operates WheeLog!, a barrier-free map app, and dreams of realizing a society without steps—a level playing field for all. Pointing to shortcomings in existing building standards, it is running a petition calling for “zero entrance steps” to be made mandatory at new stores.
【Get a 14,348-yen tablet + free Bluetooth keyboard】Buy the Teclast tablet “P50T” at a bargain price in a limited-time spring sale! Amazon sale runs from 3/31 to 4/6
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Teclast is holding a limited-time spring sale on Amazon, offering the 11-inch “P50T” tablet for 14,348 yen. Buyers will receive a free Bluetooth keyboard, making this an opportunity to get a high-performance tablet running the latest Android 16 at a great price.
株式会社カラヤンコンサルティンググループ signed a management agreement today, April 1, with 亨昌若色, a photographer specializing in portraits and landscapes. With more than 20 years of experience, 若色 is a professional photographer active in Japan and abroad. カラヤンコンサルティング will support 若色 with promotion, planning and management of exhibitions and publications, and expanding photography work, helping broaden his opportunities. His locally focused activities in his hometown will continue to be managed by his personal office.
Make the word “cleaning” more valuable than anywhere else in the world
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株式会社Clean next sees “cleaning” not as mere work but as a service that enhances the value of a space. Through its support for guest-room cleaning at hotels and lodging facilities, it is tackling industry challenges through quality standardization, staff development and the use of technology. It aims to bring the quality of Japanese hotels to the world.
【UJ Group is rewriting the rules of logistics】EV truck sales business “NOVEL DRIVE” launches.
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UJ Group has launched its EV truck sales business, “NOVEL DRIVE.” In response to the logistics industry’s shift toward carbon neutrality and soaring fuel costs, it aims to create sustainable logistics infrastructure and optimize operating costs.
Toward a society where anyone can turn what they imagine into something they create
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Content production group Crear has announced its dream, “Toward a society where anyone can turn what they imagine into something they create,” as part of the April Dream project. It outlined a vision for democratizing creativity.
In its 102nd year, 中山福 looks to a new future as a corporate group that supports daily life and brings happiness
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中山福株式会社, now in its 102nd year since its founding, has joined April Dream and announced its vision: “Toward a new future as a corporate group that supports daily life and brings happiness.” The announcement outlined the future direction of the 中山福 Group.
“Toward an era when anyone, anywhere in the world, can create the things they want” — Aiming for a world where everyone from children to adults can become a maker
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ソコラボ株式会社 has announced its dream: “Toward an era when anyone, anywhere in the world, can create the things they want.” It presented a vision of a world where everyone, from children to adults, can become a maker, and expressed its commitment to democratizing manufacturing.
VTuber 猫又まんま, who belongs to えもえちプロダクション, has announced that they are marrying someone they met through a dating app. Their activities will be temporarily suspended.
【Waseda students and Yomiuri Shimbun collaborate】Ads created by 早稲田大学’s Advertising Society to be displayed for a limited time at Waseda and Takadanobaba stations!
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早稲田大学’s Advertising Society collaborated with 読売新聞社 to display station ads for a limited time at Waseda and Takadanobaba stations, redefining the value of newspapers for young people.
【株式会社IROA】April Dream: A society where “health consciousness” is second nature to younger generations, envisioned by 株式会社IROA
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株式会社IROA announced its dream for April Dream: “A society where ‘health consciousness’ is second nature to younger generations.” The announcement expresses the company’s commitment to helping improve health literacy among young people.
【株式会社アシタへ】Starring Keisuke Koide! BUMP original short drama “Earn 30 million!” planned and produced! Exclusive streaming begins April 1 (Wednesday) at 19:00
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株式会社アシタへ planned and produced the short drama “Earn 30 million!” starring Keisuke Koide, and will stream it exclusively on the BUMP app starting April 1. It tells the story of a former No. 1 host who returns to the nightlife world to save his daughter’s life.
【To be held April 4】Let’s make our generation the last to hear “It’s new, but I can’t get in.”
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NPO法人ウィーログ will launch a petition campaign in March 2026 calling for zero-step entrances to become standard at new stores. An information session will be streamed on YouTube on April 4.
【Tamadic Health Management Institute survey on work and well-being】“Generational gaps” emerge in workplace well-being
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The Tamadic Health Management Institute surveyed 800 employees in their 20s to 50s. It found a significant generational gap in workplace well-being between people in their 20s and those in their 50s, and that a sense of purpose matters more than having fewer overtime hours.
2.5D talent group “シクフォニ” makes surprise announcement on April Fools’ Day that it will handle an anime ending theme!?
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The 2.5D group “シクフォニ” released an anime ending-style music video as an April Fools’ Day project. It also began taking advance orders for merchandise featuring characters from the video.
【FOOD Exhibition 2026】Creating the future of food through “cold technology.” Exhibitor applications now open! Promote the latest cooling and freezing solutions in a “free presentation slot” exclusively for “FOOD-COLD TECH” exhibitors
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A new theme, “FOOD-COLD TECH,” specializing in cooling and freezing technologies, has been added to FOOD Exhibition 2026, to be held in November 2026. Exhibitor applications are now open.
A collaboration event between Medarot S and the anime Frame Arms Girl is coming!
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Kotobukiya’s anime Frame Arms Girl and Imagineer’s game Medarot S are teaming up for an event starting April 2. 4 collaborative Medarot units, including “Gourai Kai,” will appear.
One step at a time toward healthier days. アイリンクス strives to “care for you like family, always.”
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アイリンクス, a subsidiary of 三和ホールディングス株式会社, announced its dream for April Dream: a self-care business that “cares for you like family, always.” The announcement emphasizes its commitment to providing services that are attentive to customers’ needs.
Could Don Decorte’s Watanabe become an emotionally abusive father or an enraged boss!? Gaku of Mitorizu fires off sharp retorts at AKB48’s Yui Oguri! New show “Instantly Sold-Out! Sketch Theater” streams for 4 consecutive weeks starting April 2 (Thursday)!! テレビ朝日’s “Doga, Hajimete Mimashita”
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A new kind of comedy sketch show featuring comedians and idols, “Instantly Sold-Out! Sketch Theater,” begins streaming April 2 on テレビ朝日’s YouTube channel “Doga, Hajimete Mimashita.”
株式会社Mycat launches “AI Lifestyle Consultation Desk,” enabling cross-search of diagnostic data from 22 services — enter a concern in a few words and it automatically recommends the right AI tool
Virtual Artist “Kiepi” makes long-awaited debut with debut song “Rocket Science”!
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Virtual artist “Kiepi,” created by SM ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN and STUDIO REALIVE, will debut on April 1 with the debut song “Rocket Science.” A special commemorative live show will be held on April 3.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SM ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN、SM ENTERTAINMENT、STUDIO REALIVE
Hochi Film Award special preview screening of “Bakumatsu Hippocrates” to be held in Tokyo on April 22
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報知新聞社, publisher of Sports Hochi, will hold a special preview screening for the Hochi Film Award selection “Bakumatsu Hippocrates” at Hitotsubashi Hall in Tokyo on April 22, 2026, and will invite 800 people. The film is a lively period medical drama starring Dutch-style physician Taikichi Okura, with Kuranosuke Sasaki in the lead role and Akira Ogata as director. The film opens nationwide on Friday, May 8, and the deadline to apply for the preview is Monday, April 13, 2026, at 23:59.
“13-Year-Old’s Hello Work Official Website (13hw)” announces the most popular occupations ranking for March 2026!
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The “13-Year-Old’s Hello Work Official Website,” operated by 株式会社幻冬舎 and 株式会社トップアスリート, has announced its ranking of the most popular occupations for March 2026. The site scored 1,037 listed occupations based on factors including page views and published the top 100. Professional athlete ranked 1st, pastry chef 2nd and illustrator 3rd.
Win a reproduction illustration with an original autograph! Campaign marking the release of Yojiro Yagi’s “Sweet Words Reach Love” now underway! 【Holin Love Books】
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Holin Love Books, operated by 株式会社TORICO, is holding a campaign to mark the release of Yojiro Yagi’s BL comic “Sweet Words Reach Love.” Customers who purchase eligible products can win a reproduction illustration bearing the artist’s handwritten signature.
Seasons change and people’s feelings linger along Jingumichi. 4 fleeting yet beautiful mysteries that transcend the local mystery genre. “Nishi-iru Jingumichi: Kyoto Mysteries — Ephemeral: The Heart’s Longing Amid Spring Haze” goes on sale April 20!
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マイクロマガジン社 will release “Nishi-iru Jingumichi: Kyoto Mysteries — Ephemeral: The Heart’s Longing Amid Spring Haze,” a mystery novel set in Kyoto, on April 20, 2026.
A huge hit! Anne’s first essay, “Anne’s Paris Hustle,” about her life in Paris. The full text of Mari Yamazaki’s review is now available!
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株式会社新潮社 has published the full text of a review by manga artist Mari Yamazaki of “Anne’s Paris Hustle,” the first essay by actor Anne about her life in Paris. The book has been well received.
Alya Knit Ver., based on an original illustration from the TV anime Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian, has been made into a figure.
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Major hobby retailer AmiAmi has opened preorders for the completed Alya Knit Ver. figure from the TV anime Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian, made by フリュー. The suggested retail price is 19,800 yen (tax included), and it is scheduled for release in December 2026.
Rei Ayanami's long-haired version from 『シン・エヴァンゲリオン劇場版𝄇』 is joining the Nendoroid lineup. Preorders are now open at あみあみ.
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Major hobby retailer あみあみ is accepting preorders for the Rei Ayanami Long Hair Ver. Nendoroid from 『シン・エヴァンゲリオン劇場版𝄇』. Made by グッドスマイルカンパニー, it is scheduled for release in September 2026 and priced at 6,800 yen (tax included).
Margaret, a mouse girl and researcher, joins the original action figure series Mystic Land.
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Major hobby retailer あみあみ is showcasing a 1/12-scale action figure of Margaret, a mouse girl and researcher, from LADo TOYS' original action figure series Mystic Land. The suggested retail price is 10,560 yen (tax included), and it is scheduled for release in December 2026.
【TIFFANY & CO.】Tiffany unveils its new Tiffany Eternity watch in Japan, featuring an aventurine dial.
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Tiffany has unveiled its new Tiffany Eternity watch collection in Japan. The watches are crafted from 18K white gold and set with full pavé diamonds, with 512 diamonds totaling more than 6 carats. The collection's signature cushion-shaped case features an aventurine dial, accented by a heart-shaped diamond at the 12 o'clock position. The collection is scheduled to be available at Tiffany stores worldwide and through its official online store.
Alternative investment platform Alterna Bank launches the “Ultra-Short-Term: First-Time Investor Support—Extreme Fund ID1042”
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The “Ultra-Short-Term: First-Time Investor Support—Extreme Fund ID1042,” offering a yield of 9.9%, has launched on Alterna Bank, operated by SAMURAI 証券株式会社.
Alternative investment platform Alterna Bank launches the “Monthly Distributions: First-Time Investor Support Fund ID1039”
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Applications for a new fund offering monthly distributions to first-time investors will open on April 2, 2026, on Alterna Bank, operated by SAMURAI Securities.
Is there a future beyond low prices? A challenge to restore the appeal of dining out.
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Tamago Dining Tamago to Tamago, operated by Soba Partners Co., Ltd., has announced an April Dream initiative: a vision that asks, “Is there a future beyond low prices?” and seeks to rebuild the appeal of dining out.
We want to create a society with children's cafeterias “here, there and everywhere”!
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Certified NPO Musubie, the National Children's Cafeteria Support Center, has announced an April Dream vision to “create a society with children's cafeterias ‘here, there and everywhere’!” and expressed its determination to expand the reach of children's cafeterias and increase support for them.
Livemax Resort Kawamata Onsen ANNEX to reopen under a new brand on April 10, 2026!
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Livemax Co., Ltd. will relaunch Sensen-tei, a hot spring inn in Kinugawa, Tochigi Prefecture, as Livemax Resort Kawamata Onsen ANNEX on April 10, 2026.
Toward a society attuned to body temperature and comfort — the future envisioned by TERAX【April Dream】
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Toko Shoji Co., Ltd. has announced an April Dream vision for a future in which its functional material TERAX helps create a society attuned to body temperature and comfort.
bitFlyer ranks No. 1 in 3 categories—margin trading, lending for spot trading and staking for spot trading—in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey for cryptocurrency exchanges
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bitFlyer, Inc. ranked No. 1 in 3 categories in the cryptocurrency exchange division of the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey: “Margin Trading (Overall),” “Spot Trading (Lending)” and “Spot Trading (Staking).”
International Women's Day goshuin to be distributed, unveiled for the first time at 福島八幡宮 among the cherry blossoms
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福島八幡宮 in Fukuoka Prefecture will begin distributing a special International Women's Day goshuin, created in collaboration with female artist Ran., on April 1, 2026. The design combines contemporary art with shrine culture to express women's strength.
【Asmotor Co., Ltd.'s dream】More freedom to travel: bringing campervan culture from Ishikawa Prefecture to the Hokuriku region
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Asmotor Co., Ltd. has announced an April Dream vision to “make travel more free and bring campervan culture from Ishikawa Prefecture to the Hokuriku region,” expressing its enthusiasm for developing businesses rooted in the local community.
The Europe Times®, a new media outlet covering innovative European companies, launches in Japanese and English
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株式会社スマートリサーチ has launched The Europe Times®, a new business media outlet covering innovative initiatives and distinctive qualities of European companies, in Japanese and English.
Digital Forn Co., Ltd. holds its 2026 entrance ceremony
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Digital Forn Co., Ltd. held its 2026 entrance ceremony on April 1, 2026, welcoming 33 new employees and 5 AI employees (AI agents). The initiative aims to realize an “AI-driven organization” in which people and AI complement each other and create value. The AI employees were designed and trained using proprietary business knowledge, and will work in practical roles across departments to support decision-making and business operations.
The shift from AI to ALife (artificial life) and the potential of biotechnology × art and entertainment: The Shift from AI to ALife, and the Potential of BioArt
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The science collective LOM BABY, led by Transeeds Inc., has announced its track record and plans for future collaborations involving bioproducts and global IP. It advocates a shift from AI to ALife (artificial life).
【Opening April 1】Kunokage, an izakaya that has operated for 13 years in Sangenjaya's Sankaku Chitai, will open the hideaway izakaya Nakagawaya on the 2nd floor of the same building on April 1. A Makuake project is also underway!
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Sangenjaya izakaya Kunokage opened Nakagawaya, a hideaway izakaya with a touch of Western cuisine, on the 2nd floor of the same building on April 1.
“A review of 10 years of drone adoption”: Drone Japan chairman Hisanori Sunohara to hold a special seminar on “Why is the drone industry so challenging?” to mark the 100th installment of his drone.jp column
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Hisanori Sunohara, chairman of Drone Japan, will hold a special seminar in May 2026 on “Why is the drone industry so challenging?” to mark the 100th installment of his column. He will explain the industry's shift from hardware to software and the strategies for success.
Developing talent through “esports/games × education”
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NASEF JAPAN has launched a full membership program for companies and organizations to mark its 5th anniversary. Companies in IT and gaming are joining one after another, aiming to develop digital talent through esports.
We want to connect Japan and the world, and the past and the future, through education! Bringing the world to Japan and Japan to the world! Now, children, go out into the world with the dignity and virtues of Japanese culture!
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BEK Lab has announced an April Dream vision to connect Japan and the world, and the past and the future, through education. It aims to develop globally minded talent grounded in “the dignity and virtues of Japanese culture.”
Enriching food experiences through “drink × food” for people who drink alcohol and those who don't! Connecting Japanese food culture to the next 100 years by transforming from a “sake brewery” into a “brewery of food.” Sake brewery Yasufuku Matashiro Shoten
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The sake brewery 安福又四郎商店 in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, announced through “April Dream” that it will shift from “a brewery that makes sake” to “a brewery that cultivates food.” It aims to build a new food culture where people who drink alcohol and those who do not can enjoy rich culinary experiences together.
We want to broaden the value of being able to consult directly and casually about skin concerns in an age overflowing with information #April Dream
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Nikko Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. announced as part of the “April Dream” project its dream of expanding the value of being able to consult directly and casually about skin concerns, precisely because we live in an age overflowing with information.
Bringing digital health into society at scale, accelerated by the “corporate accelerator” model
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Taiwan’s BE Health and digital health company H2U have formed a strategic partnership and jointly established the “H2U×BE Corporate Accelerator.” They have also raised more than NT$100 million in total to accelerate the implementation of medical innovation in society.
Companies mentioned：BE Health、H2U、BE Health Ventures、国家発展基金、日東電工株式会社
エイチ・シー・ネットワークス holds its 2026 new employee welcome ceremony
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エイチ・シー・ネットワークス held its new employee welcome ceremony on April 1, 2026, and welcomed 12 new employees. President and CEO 田中宗 outlined contributing to society through IT infrastructure as the vision of the company, which marks its 45th anniversary. He spoke to the new employees about the importance of maintaining their health, continuous learning and taking initiative. The company is an integrated IT infrastructure vendor founded in 1981.
A web media outlet for book lovers, “AERA Books（アエラブックス）,” is here! The beta version is now available!!
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朝日新聞出版 released the beta version of its book-focused digital media outlet “AERA Books” on April 1. The outlet covers book-related information beyond the boundaries of publishers, including titles such as “朝日新書” and the “今さら聞けない超基本” series. The official website, with refreshed design and video features, is scheduled to launch in late July. Accounts have also been opened on X, Instagram, Threads and TikTok as official social media channels.
【七越製菓】Nanakoshi’s dream. May the good fortune of the auspicious “七” being surpassed by the expanding “八” come to everyone（※）.（※）Everyone… the 7 “wa”（harmony）of 七越
Launching an external COO service committed to execution and results for companies managing 2 or more businesses
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つながるネット launched its “External COO” service on April 1, 2026, for companies managing multiple businesses. The service is available to businesses in food manufacturing, retail and food service, and is limited to 5 companies in the Kanto, Kansai, Chugoku and Shikoku regions. It includes business strategy development, on-site management and training for the next generation of leaders. President and CEO 森修 has a track record of providing sales improvement support to more than 100 businesses.
Transforming long-distance caregiving. Making “peace of mind, even from afar” the norm. “よりそい結びケア,” an out-of-insurance service in which nurses connect families
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Support Stakes offers “よりそい結びケア,” an out-of-insurance service for families with elderly parents living far away. Nurses accompany clients to medical appointments and provide support for outings, aiming to ease the concerns of long-distance caregiving.
“プロサッカークラブをつくろう! ロード・トゥ・ワールド” launches “PICK UP SCOUT Vol.65,” featuring new ★5 players from top English clubs!
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“プロサッカークラブをつくろう! ロード・トゥ・ワールド,” a sports development simulation game, will hold “PICK UP SCOUT Vol.65” from April 1, 2026, featuring new ★5 players from top English clubs. From STEP2 onward, players are guaranteed to receive 1 new ★5 player at MAX level, and can play using GB at a special rate.
(Update on previously disclosed matter) Notice of completion of the acquisition of shares in Radianceware Co., Ltd. and its conversion into a subsidiary
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Ubicom Holdings resolved at a board meeting on March 19, 2026, to acquire 100% of the shares in Radianceware Co., Ltd., and completed its conversion into a subsidiary on April 1, 2026. Radianceware is now a consolidated subsidiary of Ubicom Holdings, and its results are scheduled to be reflected in consolidated financial statements from the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027. This is the second strategic M&A transaction aimed at maximizing revenue in the medical business, bringing in a customer base and sales network in the Tokyo metropolitan and northern Kanto areas. Following integration, the company plans to expand maintenance and service offerings based on approximately 475 existing medical systems-related customers of Radianceware and build recurring revenue. It will also promote the adoption and expanded sales of MightyChecker® EX and Mighty QUBE® Hybrid from 株式会社エーアイエス.
Announcing the ranking of karaoke chains chosen for children’s karaoke debuts: “まねきねこ” takes 1st place, but who is 2nd? / 9th installment of the survey on family trends for spending March
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アクトインディ, operator of the family outing information site “いこーよ,” has announced a ranking of karaoke chains chosen for children’s karaoke debuts. “まねきねこ” took 1st place, with its well-equipped kids’ spaces cited as the reason. The ranking was part of a survey on trends in how families spend March.
石福金属興業株式会社 adds an online membership registration feature to “石福積立オンライン”
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A-Solutions has added membership registration and member information change features to 石福金属興業’s online service “石福積立オンライン.” This supports growth in the number of users and enables online identity verification (eKYC) and online bank account debit registration, improving convenience.
“Changing the drink of choice in this town, becoming a new local staple.”
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松井酒造合名会社 announced as part of April Dream its challenge to craft a new local staple sake, under the slogan “Changing the drink of choice in this town, becoming a new local staple.”
Japanet Group holds its 2026 new employee welcome ceremony — Renewing its commitment to “delivering inspiration, not just receiving it”; first assignment: appearing on a TV shopping program
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Japanet Group held its 2026 new employee welcome ceremony and welcomed 45 new employees. From their first day, they took on assignments including appearing on TV shopping programs and seeing off a Japanet cruise. As the company’s first global hires in its 40-year history, 3 engineers from India also joined.
For cherry-blossom viewing in Nakameguro and Yoyogi Park: spring-limited “蜜芋尽くしのスイーツお重箱〜桜霞〜,” featuring 10 kinds of honeyed sweet potato desserts | Nationwide delivery available | & OIMO TOKYO
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Sweet potato dessert brand “& OIMO TOKYO” has launched “蜜芋尽くしのスイーツお重箱〜桜霞〜,” a box containing 10 kinds of honeyed sweet potato desserts for the 2026 cherry-blossom viewing season. Made with matured, charcoal-roasted honeyed sweet potatoes from Tanegashima, it is available through the online shop and 3 Tokyo stores, with nationwide delivery.
アールスリーインスティテュート recognized as a Great Place To Work® “Best Workplace” for the 2nd consecutive year
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アールスリーインスティテュート was recognized as a “Best Workplace” in the 2026 survey conducted by Great Place to Work Institute Japan. The company, a system development firm founded in 2000, offers services related to kintone. This marks its 2nd consecutive year receiving the recognition.
Terra Charge enters a new growth phase, welcoming its first cohort of new graduates in its 4th year of operations
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Terra Charge株式会社, which operates the EV charging service “Terra Charge,” announced that it has entered a new growth phase, welcoming its first cohort of new graduates for fiscal 2026 in its 4th year of operations. The company aims to address social challenges by expanding EV charging infrastructure and developing talent.
Try out startup technologies! — Seeking business proposals for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is running its “Business Proposal Program by Startups” to accelerate collaboration with startups that contribute to solving social challenges. The program solicits business proposals for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and seeks to develop them through pilot implementation. The maximum amount for pilot projects has now been raised from 100万円 to 200万円, and applications for this fiscal year have opened. Based on the upgraded “Global Innovation Strategy 2.0 STARTUP ＆ SCALEUP” from Reiwa 7年11月, proposals will be accepted through Reiwa 9年1月31日.
【Kalodata Weekly】Japan’s TikTok Shop market: GMV fell to 1.18 billion yen following the post-sale slowdown, but sales activity picked up; strategies for success in normal periods are becoming clear (week of March 23, 2026)
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According to the latest data from Kalodata Japan at Kalowave Japan, GMV in Japan’s TikTok Shop market fell to ¥1.18 billion from March 23 to 29, following the previous week’s sales rebound. However, the number of video posts and livestreams increased, suggesting that product strength and content operations under normal conditions are key growth drivers.
[Ron Herman] New girls’ items to make your heart flutter the moment you put them on!
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Ron Herman has launched new girls’ items that are sure to make your heart flutter. The “Flower Tunic,” created in collaboration with SZ Blockprints, is a tunic dress featuring vivid colors and tropical prints, designed to be worn for years as children grow.
Shinrin Hotel’s “Spring Weekend Lunch Buffet” now underway
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Shinrin Hotel is holding its “Spring Weekend Lunch Buffet” on weekends only at Berries, its in-house cafe and restaurant, featuring an abundance of spring ingredients. The colorful dishes are ideal for those looking to spend a spring day off with family or friends.
Teaming up with a top bodybuilder boasting phenomenal bulk (muscle mass)! THE PROTEIN (known as Zapro) signs official sponsorship deal with bodybuilder Popeye Sekine
Kinko Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, to launch “Hometown Working Holiday” program this summer
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Kinko Town in Kagoshima Prefecture will launch its “Hometown Working Holiday” program in summer 2026, welcoming 16 young people. The program aims to foster “related populations” through work and daily life in the community.
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[April only] Popular cranial correction treatments at half price, as many times as you like; special offer also includes up to ¥10,000 off the in-house-developed “Seitai Pillow”
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Honnegori Co., Ltd. of Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, will run a campaign in April 2026 offering cranial correction treatments at half price, as many times as customers like, alongside a special offer of up to ¥10,000 off its in-house-developed “Honnegori Seitai Pillow,” to mark the spring season of new beginnings.
hummel to hold charity auction of Osaka Rabbits mimosa shirts!
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Danish sports brand hummel will hold a charity auction of mimosa shirts in collaboration with Osaka Rabbits on Mobaoku from April 1 to April 7, 2026. The shirts worn by players will bear their handwritten autographs, and all 11 shirts will be auctioned. All proceeds will be donated to the “Osaka Prefecture Women’s Fund,” established by Osaka Prefecture, to help build a society where people of all genders can thrive. Bidding will start at ¥8,800.
[April Dream] Japan-America Institute of Language marks its 80th anniversary. A challenge to create a world of heartfelt connection beyond English.
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Japan-America Institute of Language, founded in 1945, will mark its 80th anniversary in 2025. As part of the April Dream project, it announced its vision of achieving “true international mutual understanding” that goes beyond language education.
More freedom for PL lenses: Shichikoushou 7Artisans “PL Mount Adapter 4IN1” goes on sale
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Shoten Kobo will begin selling the Shichikoushou (7Artisans) “PL Mount Adapter 4IN1” on April 1, 2026. It enables PL lenses to be used with 4 types of mirrorless mounts.
30 years alongside Kamakura. A dream of giving back by turning gratitude overflowing from Enoden stations into a brighter future for the city and smiles for children.
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Surugaya Honpo has joined the “April Dream” project and announced its dream of giving back to local communities and supporting food education through Kamakura croquettes as it marks its 30th anniversary in 2026.
Yoichi Ono, representative of 空禅, has unveiled a contemporary karesansui art product made with Oya stone. The work brings together Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship.
Two projects join 100BANCH as part of GARAGE Program’s 105th cohort: contemporary circus performances that bring Shibuya’s hidden history and culture to life, and a device that uses origami and crafts to spark interest in science
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Two projects—a contemporary circus project and a science education device development project—have been selected to join 100BANCH as part of the 105th cohort of its accelerator program, GARAGE Program.
You don’t have to wait to “become somebody.” Sales Intelligence creates a future where university students turn “everyday discomforts” into businesses.
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As part of the “April Dream” project, セールスインテリジェンスグループ announced its dream of developing 100,000 university students into “next-generation business athletes” by 2030.
Registered as a Tokyo “HTT Initiative Promotion Declaration Company” | Planbase Co., Ltd.
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Planbase was registered as a Tokyo HTT Initiative Promotion Declaration Company on March 11, 2026. The company provides management consulting and subsidy application support for small and midsize businesses. HTT is a Tokyo initiative focused on reducing, creating and storing electricity, and the company is working toward decarbonization by promoting energy conservation and remote work. It has supported subsidy applications for more than 1,500 companies, with a cumulative total of over ¥15 billion in approved funding.
From ownership to co-creation: Brista aims to become infrastructure supporting the careers of 500,000 working women
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Clothing rental service Brista has announced its “April Dream,” aiming to become infrastructure that supports the careers of 500,000 working women. It will ease the stress of choosing clothes and encourage women to take on new challenges.
[Japan Knowledge Space] First-time certification as a “Food Education Practice Excellent Corporation 2026” by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. 3 employee benefits for an “equal food safety net” for all employees receive high praise
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Japan Knowledge Space received its first certification as a “Food Education Practice Excellent Corporation 2026” from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries on April 1, 2026. In response to working arrangements in the IT industry, including remote work and on-site client assignments, the company offers food education and meal support programs that benefit all employees equally. Its 3 employee benefits—the “Ticket Restaurant” program, launched in January 2023; “Loss Help,” launched in September 2024; and its “Rice Purchase Subsidy Program,” launched in June 2025—received particularly high praise. The company also launched a new “Meat Reward Subscription” on April 1, 2026.
[L-tike exclusive advance sale] Tickets on sale for “Bloom On Ice 2026,” presented by Kinoshita Group
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The 5th performance of "Bloom On Ice 2026," an ice show hosted by 木下グループ, will be held in Hyogo Prefecture on May 1 and 2, 2026. Exclusive advance ticket sales have begun through ローチケ.
Making business communication more accessible and enjoyable.
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はこぶん provides "ホンネPOST," a communication tool that encourages dialogue between businesses and their customers. The service also includes VOC consulting, which collects and analyzes customer feedback and uses it to improve management and on-site operations. Founded in April 2022 and based in Setagaya, Tokyo, the company offers end-to-end support for visualizing customer feedback.