New products are being released from “My Favorite Became My Brother,” currently serialized on Gangan pixiv. The products include pin badges, acrylic stands, acrylic keychains, acrylic figures, a set of rigid card cases, and a bromide photo set. They will be sold through the online store THEキャラ, with orders accepted from April 2, 2026, to April 16. Shipping is scheduled to begin in late May 2026 and continue from mid-June onward.
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, which aims to reach the J.League from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, signs a support partner agreement for the 2026 season with Sweetsmarry相談所
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COEDO KAWAGOE F.C株式会社, which operates COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, a soccer club based in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, that aims to reach the J.League, has signed a support partner agreement for the 2026 season with Sweetsmarry相談所. Based in Fujimi, Sweetsmarry相談所 provides marriage-focused support. Through this partnership, COEDO KAWAGOE F.C will step up its activities as it pursues promotion to the Kanto Division 1 League in the 2026 season and entry into the J.League in 2030.
Japan’s largest urban dance music festival, ULTRA JAPAN: relive the excitement of its 10th anniversary! The official aftermovie for “ULTRA JAPAN 2025” is released today!
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The official aftermovie for “ULTRA JAPAN 2025” has been released. The event was held in Odaiba, Tokyo, on September 13 and 14, 2025, featuring Martin Garrix, Hardwell, Calvin Harris and others. “ULTRA JAPAN 2026” will be held at TOKYO ODAIBA ULTRA PARK on September 19 and 20, 2026. Tickets are on sale for ¥26,000 for a 2-day GA pass, ¥42,000 for a 2-day PGA pass, and ¥15,000 for a 2-day U-23 pass. The event is organized by the ULTRA JAPAN 2026 Executive Committee.
Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan to launch spring 2026 Italian language courses
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The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan, in partnership with LinguaViva Italian Language School, will launch its spring 2026 Italian language courses. Two courses are available: Introductory Italian A(b) and Elementary Italian. Each course has a capacity of 12 students, and tuition is ¥32,000 before tax. The application deadline for both courses is noon on Monday, April 13, 2026. Several native-speaking instructors will teach the small classes.
Latest installment of hit Korean anime “Catch! Teenieping” to premiere April 12 on TV Tokyo network’s new program “Ani Mori!”
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The latest installment of the popular Korean anime “Catch! Teenieping,” “Dessert Catch! Teenieping,” will begin airing on April 12, 2026, as part of テレビ東京’s new program “Ani Mori!”
“Blanc Lapin,” operated by M&D Co., Ltd., part of the AXXZIA Group, wins 2nd place in the Beauty and Healthcare category of the Regional Category Awards for the Kyushu and Okinawa area at the “Yahoo! Shopping Area Awards 2025”
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“Blanc Lapin,” an online shop operated by M&D Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of AXXZIA Inc., won 2nd place in the Beauty and Healthcare category of the Regional Category Awards for the Kyushu and Okinawa area at the “Yahoo! Shopping Area Awards 2025.” This marks its 6th win in the category. Blanc Lapin offers branded cosmetics and beauty devices, with the aim of helping customers achieve their desired look.
Official “Living with Wild Animals” exhibition POPUP STORE to open for a limited time at Ebina Marui from April 10 (Fri.) to April 19 (Sun)!
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The official POPUP STORE for the “Living with Wild Animals” exhibition will open for a limited time at Ebina Marui from April 10 to 19, 2026. The store will feature original merchandise with illustrations drawn specifically for the event by Tomoya Nakamura, as well as life-size photo spots featuring pandas, gorillas and polar bears. Customers who make a purchase will receive an original photo card at random.
Online event to be held from 13:00 on Saturday, April 25! A new strategy for investing in newly built apartment buildings across Tokyo and three prefectures, achieving yields of over 7%* by eliminating land resale profits
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Gentosha Gold Online will hold a free online seminar on April 25, 2026, about investing in newly built apartment buildings across Tokyo and three prefectures, targeting yields of over 7%.
Bring the world of Steel Ball Run to your palm. Gyro Zeppeli, the sensation currently featured in the anime, joins the Nendoroid lineup!
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Hobby Search has begun taking reservations for Nendoroid figures of Gyro Zeppeli, who appears in the anime “Steel Ball Run,” in standard and DX editions. Release is scheduled for September 2026.
New Life Sale Final: KTC brings together high-definition WQHD models, offering 3 options to suit different needs
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KTC will hold its “New Life Sale Final” from March 31 to April 6, 2026. Three models, including high-definition WQHD monitors, will be offered at special prices.
Online shop “Blanc Lapin,” operated by M&D Co., Ltd., wins 2nd place in the Beauty and Healthcare category of the Regional Category Awards for the Kyushu and Okinawa area at the “Yahoo! Shopping Area Awards 2025”
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The online shop “Blanc Lapin,” operated by M&D Co., Ltd., won 2nd place in the Beauty and Healthcare category for the Kyushu and Okinawa area at the “Yahoo! Shopping Area Awards 2025.” This is its 6th win in the category. Founded in 1995 and incorporated in 1997, M&D has operated the “Blanc Lapin” online shop on major marketplaces since 2005. Based in Fukuoka, the company carries more than 300 domestic and international cosmetics brands.
Suginami Arts Center “Za-Koenji” has announced its lineup and a new symbol for fiscal 2026, following the change of designated operator to 合同会社syuz’gen.
Giving new students a powerful start to university life! “Kyoto Sangyo University Welcome Festival 2026,” a new student welcome event—creating a diverse campus culture through student leadership and support
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Kyoto Sangyo University will hold “Kyoto Sangyo University Welcome Festival 2026,” a new student welcome event planned and run by students, from April 4 to April 6, 2026. More than 100 student groups, including 61 officially recognized organizations, will take part, with booths and activities across the university’s single campus. Stage events, including music and dance performances, will be held each day. The event will also offer course registration advice and a Q&A corner about student life, giving new students a powerful start to university life.
【TAC Certified Public Accountant】The online live correspondence course “Introduction to Financial Accounting” opens on Friday, 2026/4/17! Try a class equivalent to Bookkeeping Level 3 for free.
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TAC, a school for professional qualifications, is offering a free online live correspondence course, “Introduction to Financial Accounting,” for people considering taking the certified public accountant exam.
【Comme'N Spring Collection Event Report】Comme'N held a seasonal event featuring new spring products served with coffee pairings by top baristas
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Comme'N, a bakery in Kuhonbutsu, Tokyo, held “Spring Collection,” a seasonal event featuring new spring products served as a course with coffee pairings by top baristas. The participatory event emphasized the customer experience, allowing guests to enjoy the brand’s world and the changing seasons with all five senses.
Cities Generate Resources—PANECO® Redefines Textile Waste as an “Urban Forest”—Implementation of Resource-Circulation Infrastructure Begins
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株式会社ワークスタジオ has begun implementing its “urban forest” concept, which views cities as sources of resources, using PANECO®, a system that recycles textile waste into building materials and other products.
Okayama Prefecture’s first certified drone soccer tournament to be held in Nishiawakura Village. A private-sector-led challenge independent of government budgets, bringing the sport of the future to the world from a village of 1,300 people
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misora LLC (日本ドローンサッカー連盟 Okayama Branch) will hold the prefecture’s first certified drone soccer tournament on May 24, 2026, in Nishiawakura Village, Okayama Prefecture. The private-sector-led initiative, which does not rely on government budgets, is attracting attention.
水ing株式会社 held its new employee welcoming ceremony in Minato Ward, Tokyo, on April 1, 2026, welcoming 72 new employees. President and Representative Director Maki Yasuda delivered congratulatory remarks and spoke about the company’s values, “水ingバリュー,” and brand message, “水の先をつくれ。” The company has identified 5 key issues to address changes in the water infrastructure industry, and handles everything from the design to maintenance of water treatment facilities at approximately 300 locations in Japan.
Marketing director appointed! Boosting promotion of local products through data analysis!
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Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture, has appointed Kosuke Shikata of 地方創生ラボ株式会社 as marketing director under the Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur program. Shikata, who is from Maizuru City, has specialized knowledge in web marketing. The city aims to enhance the appeal of local products and expand hometown tax donations through strategic communications based on data analysis. The appointment ceremony was held on April 1, where Shikata spoke of his aspirations to contribute to his hometown.
『ラストオリジン』 releases the second half of Area 5 in “Sanctuary of Change,” with 30 stages! 2 new skins added alongside a sale on existing skins
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株式会社G・O・P updated the RPG Last Origin on April 2, 2026, releasing the second half of Area 5 in “Sanctuary of Change,” with 30 stages, and adding 2 new skins.
Loro Piana Announces 2025 Record Bale Award Winners
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Loro Piana announced the winners of the 27th “Record Bale Award.” Farms in Australia and New Zealand that produced the world’s highest-quality merino wool were honored.
株式会社WAIOS to expand AI development and implementation support for manufacturers and trading companies; exhibiting at Manufacturing World Nagoya, April 8–10
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株式会社WAIOS is expanding its AI development and implementation support services for manufacturers and trading companies, making use of their existing systems, and will exhibit at Manufacturing World Nagoya, starting April 8.
Neakasa issues warning about fake websites, urges caution over redirects to fraudulent sites via social media ads
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GenHigh株式会社, which operates the smart home appliance brand Neakasa, has warned the public about fake websites impersonating the company’s products and fraudulent ads circulated via social media.
Gakujo announced the informal job offer rate for the Class of 2027 at the end of March. At 66.0%, it fell below the previous year for the first time, with the slowdown among science students a particular factor.
SHOTEN Nikon Z-Mount Adapter E Series Firmware Update: Ver.1.40 Released
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焦点工房 has released firmware Ver.1.40 for the SHOTEN-branded Nikon Z-Mount Adapter E Series. The update fixes a shutter issue when using “Still Image Flicker Reduction,” improving convenience for Z-mount users.
Spring is here, bringing new encounters! Get butterflies over new romances on ABEMA♡ Free marathon broadcast of 3 romantic comedy anime about the beginnings of love, including Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999, and Horimiya, starting Saturday, April 4!
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Starting April 4, 2026, ABEMA will air free marathon broadcasts of 3 romantic comedy anime: Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999, and Horimiya. The broadcasts are part of a campaign titled “Fall in Love with New Encounters♡ Anime to Support a New Life.” Episodes will be available to watch for free for 1 week after airing, and ABEMA will mark its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026. ABEMA Premium costs 1,180 yen per month, while ABEMA Premium with ads costs 680 yen per month.
Gachapin and Mukku to release original song “ともだちのうた” on Thursday, April 2!
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Gachapin and Mukku will release their original song “ともだちのうた” via Universal Music on Thursday, April 2. The date has been designated “Gachapin and Mukku Everybody’s Friends Day.” The song’s theme is “everyone is friends,” and it is intended to resonate with everyone from children to adults. Lyrics, composition and arrangement are by 玉屋2060%, and choreography is by 槙田紗子. Collaborations with more than 50 companies will also take place in the Shibuya and Harajuku areas.
A new “Beauty Experience Services Area” will be set up at TOKYO JEWELRY FES ’26 Summer, hosted by RX Japan, and applications for exhibitors are now open.
『白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S』 begins selling new merchandise from the “11th Anniversary Merchandise Popularity Poll”! Merchandise and fragrances featuring newly drawn illustrations of 11 winning characters!
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Original2026年4月2日、『白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S』は「11周年記念グッズ化人気投票」で入賞した11名のキャラクターによる新グッズの販売を開始しました。コロプラ公式ショップでは描きおろしイラストを使用したグッズが、フェアリーテイル株式会社のECサイトでは上位6名(男女各3名)をイメージした香水の受注販売が開始されています。販売期間は2026年5月7日までです。
Heisei Flamingo: A Special Behind-the-Scenes Look at Yokohama Arena—TV Premiere on CS channel Nittere Plus on Sunday, May 10, at 19:00!
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CS Nippon’s Nittere Plus will exclusively broadcast a special program for the first time on television, taking viewers behind the scenes of “select rain,” an event marking the 5th anniversary of popular YouTubers Heisei Flamingo.
“Take a step forward with unfounded confidence”: The words Kohei Uchimura shared with new employees of Joycal Japan
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Joycal Japan held its 2026 new employee welcome ceremony, with former professional gymnast Kohei Uchimura appearing as a special guest. He encouraged new employees to take on challenges with “unfounded confidence.”
International cooperation that began with 7 university students: Certified NPO PLAS to hold 20th anniversary event
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Certified NPO PLAS was founded in 2005 by 7 university students and began its work by supporting AIDS orphans in Africa. It now tackles a broader range of challenges facing children in Africa. On April 18, 2026, it will hold an event in Tokyo to mark its 20th anniversary, look back on its activities to date, and consider the future of international cooperation and support for children. Capacity is 70 people, and admission is free. Its representative director is 瑠衣子門田.
Nanki-Shirahama くろしお想 to hold “salt × sauvage” wine-pairing event on June 21, 2026 only
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The 2nd wine-pairing event, “salt × sauvage,” themed around game meat (wild boar) and natural wine, will be held on June 21, 2026, at the inn くろしお想 in Nanki-Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture.
Announcement of trial introduction of replay review
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The independent professional baseball league Route Inn BC League has decided to trial replay review during official games in the 2026 season. The aim is to achieve more accurate calls through advances in video technology, improve trust in the league as a whole, and reduce the burden on umpires. The review will cover 3 home games hosted by each team from opening day through June 28 (27 games across the league), and will apply only to plays at first base. A review will be conducted after June 28, and the league plans to reconsider how the system will operate from July 17 onward.
[For Yokohama city residents, students and workers only] Chance to win an invitation to the June 2 Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Ceremony and Concert! 1,500 places available by lottery (application deadline: April 24)
[A new thrilling experience at a women-only body-shaping gym] A “self-esteem through the roof” lesson by RICO, an unconventional charismatic figure who transcends gender boundaries, fills up instantly at the pre-opening of REDY'S GYM in Ginza!
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株式会社LOIVE will grand-open REDY'S GYM, a women-only body-shaping gym in Ginza, on April 11, 2026. The project features charismatic instructor RICO, who embodies diversity and beauty, offering a “special lesson.” The event is already attracting attention, with media and influencer spots filling up as soon as the information was announced.
[For incoming 1st-year junior high school students with prior English experience only] Reach world-class English proficiency by the 3rd year of junior high school—“Jena Academy Global College Prep Course” launches, supporting both overseas and domestic entrance exams
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Jena Academy will launch its online-only “Global College Prep Course” in April 2026 for incoming 1st-year junior high school students with prior English experience. The course aims to develop world-class English proficiency by the 3rd year of junior high school.
Limited-edition craft beer aged in whiskey barrels, “Rinki Sakura Hen 〜Barrel Aged Wheat Wine〜,” goes on sale April 2, 2026.
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HNB, a craft brewery in Hiroshima, will release the limited-edition beer “Rinki Sakura Hen” on April 2, 2026, after aging it for 19 months in whiskey and wine barrels, including those from SAKURAO. The release is part of a project with local sake makers.
Working to eliminate isolation in Sakai: passing on 泉北BASE, a rare nationwide “place to go at night” and “place to learn,” to the next generation
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A crowdfunding campaign by 志塾フリースクールラシーナ in Osaka Prefecture has ended after raising ¥5,075,000 (101% of its target). The funds will support safe spaces and learning assistance for children who do not attend school or are isolated.
ASEMtech raises ¥150 million in Series A extension
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ASEMtech株式会社 has raised ¥150 million in a Series A extension round, bringing its total funding to ¥400 million. The funding will accelerate the real-world deployment of “ASEM method,” its technology for visualizing electrical and magnetic fields using ultrasound, in the medical and industrial sectors.
日本ナレッジスペース, a leader in employee health management, takes food benefits to the next level. New “Premium Meat Reward Subscription” launches in April 2026
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日本ナレッジスペース will introduce its new employee benefit, the “Premium Meat Reward Subscription,” in April 2026. The company will deliver premium branded meat to employees at no cost to them, aiming to help counter rising food costs.
Suntory will launch “All-Free〈Ale Taste〉,” a non-alcoholic beer-style beverage, nationwide on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Aiming to expand the non-alcoholic beverage market, the company drew on its brewing technology and expertise in developing ale beer to create a drink with 0.00% alcohol, zero calories, zero sugar and zero purines. Kanta Kajikawa of the Beer Development and Production Division was involved in its development and said the company hopes to offer customers a new choice.
"Mochiaka-style Coaching Training" held for Keio Senior High School's baseball team, champions of the 2023 summer Koshien tournament
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株式会社モチベーションアカデミア held coaching training for instructors at the Keio Senior High School baseball team on March 4, 2026. The training aimed to deepen, through “Motivation Engineering,” the “organizational culture of thinking, making decisions and speaking up independently” that lies at the heart of “Enjoy Baseball.” Participants shared insights on “organizational diagnosis” and approaches tailored to “4 motivation types,” and learned methods to support player-led baseball. Head coach Takahiko Mori praised the training as an insightful learning experience for fostering “initiative” and “a sense of ownership” in every player. Motivation Academia operates a private tutoring school that applies the Link and Motivation Group’s expertise to education.
[3 days starting April 8] “Data Center EXPO,” one of Japan’s largest specialized exhibitions, to bring together industry leaders
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RX Japan LLC will hold the “2nd Data Center EXPO Spring” at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 to 10, 2026. The exhibition is part of “Japan IT Week Spring 2026” and will bring together technologies related to data centers that support infrastructure in the age of AI. Industry leaders, including Professor Hiroshi Esaki of the University of Tokyo Graduate School and Kunihiro Tanaka, president of Sakura Internet, will join the advisory committee. Exhibitions of related technologies in power, cooling, operations and security will be held alongside a specialized conference.
Western Japan’s Golden Route launches cruise promotion for overseas markets using JapanTravel.com
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Japan Travel has launched an overseas cruise promotion for the “Western Japan Golden Route.” Using JapanTravel.com, it will showcase the appeal of western Japan to markets in Europe, the United States and Australia.
Canva Japan named official fan-design partner of “PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界”
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Canva Japan has become the official fan-design partner of the survival audition show “PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界.” Targeting the ¥3.5 trillion fan-support market, it will offer limited-edition templates featuring official images of the trainees.
The complete strategy guide for “Kirby Air Riders” goes on sale today, April 2, 2026, from “Dengeki”! Complete guides to “Air Ride,” “Top Ride,” “City Trial” and “Road Trip”! Every collectible revealed!
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage released the complete strategy guide for the Nintendo Switch 2 game “Kirby Air Riders” on April 2, 2026.
Companies mentioned:株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、任天堂株式会社
[All episodes free] 200 episodes released for a limited time to mark the finale of “カッパルとことばであそぼう”!
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To mark the conclusion of the educational manga Kappal and Play with Words, Gakken Co., Ltd. will make all 200 episodes available for free for a limited time on the manga website Gakkomi.
【Can Do】Retro and cute! Limited-edition stationery designed by Furukawa Shiko now available at Can Do!
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株式会社キャンドゥ will begin rolling out a limited-edition stationery series featuring Furukawa Shiko’s “Retro Diary” design from April 1. The series includes 28 items, each priced at 330 yen.
The 7-member girl group HANA marks the end of its 1st anniversary today, April 2, and enters its 2nd year!
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The 7-member girl group HANA has marked the 1st anniversary of its major-label debut and entered its 2nd year. The group raced through its rookie year with success, including winning the Japan Record Awards’ Best New Artist award and making its first appearance at the Kohaku Uta Gassen. It will hold a commemorative livestream talk event today at 19:00.
The online showcase “FIRST DIVE SHOW” for the new action RPG Mongil: STAR DIVE will be held on the official YouTube channel from 18:00 on Wednesday, April 8.
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Ahead of the global simultaneous release of its new action RPG Mongil: STAR DIVE, ネットマーブル will hold an online showcase on its official YouTube channel on April 8.
About 86% of women who have experienced difficulty finding clothes that fit their size said they had “given up on a purchase.” How can you find clothes that fit your body type?
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株式会社NEXER and 株式会社パレモ surveyed 250 women about clothing sizes. The survey found that about 64% had experienced difficulty finding clothes in their size, and about 86% of those women had given up on a purchase.
(Joint release) JAL and JR East launch the two-location living program “East Japan, Living in Two Locations”
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JAL and JR East will launch “East Japan, Living in Two Locations,” a program offering an experience of living in two locations in the Tohoku region, starting in June 2026. The initiative aims to encourage combined use of bullet trains and aircraft and create more people with ties to the region.
【Native Camp Study Abroad】Language school “MK Education” launches 2026 promotion
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Online English conversation service Native Camp has launched a 2026 promotion at language school “MK Education” in Iloilo, Philippines, offering 50% off tuition and dormitory fees.
【BS Nippon TV】Golf Survival: Rookie year this year! JLPGA’s 98th class, having cleared an exceptionally difficult pro test, gathers / Golf Survival Men: Survival in heavy rain… Spotlight on how 10 highly individualistic male pros battle on rainy days
Top things people want to do this spring: 1st, travel; 2nd, view cherry blossoms. The top spring sweet people want to eat this year is strawberry daifuku.
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株式会社クロス・マーケティング announced the results of its “Survey on Expectations for Spring (2026).” “Travel and outings” ranked 1st among things people want to do in spring, while “strawberry daifuku” ranked 1st among spring sweets they want to eat.
New tool launched to help assess real estate purchases based on land risk
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株式会社Mycat has launched “Correlation Map,” which visualizes the relationship between ground strength and land prices on a map. The tool estimates the hidden risk of ground-improvement costs when purchasing real estate and supports more comprehensive land selection.
Mito HollyHock and Nexwill have launched a “minpaku” accommodation business in Ibaraki Prefecture, converting vacant homes into lodging facilities. The initiative aims to address the social issue of vacant homes and promote sports tourism.
【New product】Say goodbye to rock-hard salt! An airtight seasoning pot that keeps out moisture
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CB Japan launched its “One-Touch Seasoning Pot” in March 2026. Its gasket-sealed design keeps out moisture. It is priced at 1,100 yen, including tax, and has a recommended capacity of 350 ml. Features include a lid that stays open, a design that lets you store a spoon suspended above the contents, and a leveling plate for measuring a teaspoon. It measures W145×D70×H104 mm and weighs 130 g.
Notice of Jinpei Yoshida joining on a loan transfer
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It has been announced that Jinpei Yoshida will join Fukushima United FC from Albirex Niigata on a loan transfer. The loan runs through June 30, 2026, and he will wear number 96. Yoshida, a midfielder born on May 6, 2003, said he would give his all for Fukushima United FC’s victory.
Learn how to spot “yami baito” scams with a quiz! QuizKnock, an intellectual entertainment group, joins the “Shibuya Yami Baito Zero Project” as a special partner and creates a collaboration video
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QuizKnock has become a special partner of the “Shibuya Yami Baito Zero Project” and released an educational video to help prevent young people from falling victim to illicit “yami baito” jobs.
Supplier agreement signed with V.LEAGUE professional volleyball team “北海道イエロースターズ”
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Base Food Inc. has signed a supplier agreement with V.LEAGUE professional volleyball team “北海道イエロースターズ.” The company will support players’ performance through the provision of its complete nutrition foods and other measures.
Headwaters supports physical AI that controls autonomous robots via voice commands using Remote Robotics’ “Remolink”
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Headwaters developed and supported physical AI combining voice commands with AI-powered autonomous robot operation, using Remote Robotics’ “Remolink” platform.
Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd. announced that it will hold the event “HANEDA BLUE WEEK Vol.5” at Haneda Airport. No details about the event’s content or schedule were provided.
Cooking media outlet “Nadia” teams up with S&B Foods! Special feature page “Local Flavors × S&B Akakan Curry Powder Roux Recipe MAP” goes live
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Cooking media outlet “Nadia” partnered with S&B Foods to launch a special feature page combining local recipes from across Japan with “S&B Akakan Curry Powder Roux.”
Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare holds 2026 entrance ceremony as it marks its 20th anniversary
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Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare, marking its 20th anniversary, held its 2026 entrance ceremony at its Nihonbashi headquarters. President Takahiro Uchida encouraged the new employees, who also delivered statements of commitment.
To mark the full-scale launch of “Wild Turkey Bourbon 101,” more than 500 advertising displays will be rolled out across Shibuya, centered around Shibuya Scramble Crossing!
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CAMPARI JAPAN will roll out a large-scale outdoor advertising campaign in Shibuya, featuring more than 500 displays, to coincide with the nationwide launch of “Wild Turkey Bourbon 101.”
JEPLAN and Syre announce strategic partnership to realize textile-to-textile recycling
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JEPLAN Inc. and Swedish textile impact company Syre have entered into a strategic partnership to realize textile-to-textile recycling. The partnership combines Syre’s business planning and technology integration capabilities with JEPLAN’s track record in demonstration projects and operations, with the aim of large-scale commercialization of next-generation polyester circularity technology. The companies aim to produce several tons of recycled polyester in the second half of 2026, accelerating decarbonization and waste reduction in the textile industry.
Jichitai Link launches donation recruitment support for RIRAIVE’s “public solicitation-based corporate hometown tax” program
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Jichitai Link Co., Ltd. began providing donation recruitment support on April 2, 2026, for 株式会社りらいぶ’s “public solicitation-based corporate hometown tax” program. The initiative aims to improve the health of local residents through donations to municipalities.
The rich indulgence of fragrant, authentic matcha. The second installment of “Lindt Spring Collection 2026” goes on sale April 10
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Lindt & Sprüngli Japan will launch the “Lindt de MATCHA” collection, featuring the taste of authentic matcha, as the second installment of “Lindt Spring Collection 2026” on April 10, 2026.
ジンベイ株式会社 will exhibit at “AI Expo Spring 2026,” taking place April 7–8, 2026, and showcase “Jinbei GenOCR,” an AI-OCR solution powered by generative AI.
From April 2: 株式会社りらいぶ to verify the potential of functional wear with municipalities. Nationwide call for applications opens for projects of up to ¥100 million!
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株式会社りらいぶ began accepting applications nationwide on April 2, 2026, from municipalities seeking to promote residents’ health using its functional wear, “Relive Wear,” through a corporate hometown tax program worth up to ¥100 million.
Notice of renewal of job sites “JOBPOST” and “a-unConnecT”
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Job site “JOBPOST” and specialized job site “a-unConnecT” have been renewed. They will be available from April 2, 2026, as a recruitment platform linking job listings with job seeker data.
Circlace and FREEDIA form comprehensive partnership to provide AI services for CAIOs (Chief AI Officers)
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Circlace and FREEDIA announced a comprehensive partnership to strengthen AI service offerings for CAIOs (Chief AI Officers). By combining their AI and data technologies with expertise in ERP and SaaS, the companies will support management transformation at Japanese businesses.
Makeup brand “rafuna” to launch “Cover Foundation” on May 1, 2026
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ADJUVAN COSME JAPAN Co., Ltd. will launch a cover foundation from its makeup brand “rafuna” on May 1, 2026. The hybrid product combines foundation and concealer, comes in 11 g units, and is priced at ¥8,800 including tax. It will be available in 2 shades and offers SPF50+ PA++++ sun protection. A separately sold puff is available for ¥495 including tax. The product is formulated without 7 specified ingredients and has passed patch, allergy, and stinging tests.
EIZO launches its first 4K surgical monitor to feature Mini LED
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EIZO Corporation will launch the “CuratOR EX3245H,” a 32-inch 4K surgical and endoscopy monitor featuring the company’s first Mini LED backlight, on November 27, 2026. Its high brightness and contrast enable clear image display even in brightly lit operating rooms.
FanLuv announces “New Life Support: Debut Your Favorite” campaign
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Arithmatic Co., Ltd. announced that it will hold the “New Life Support: Debut Your Favorite” campaign on its FanLuv service. The announcement provided no specific details about the campaign.
I’m Factory Co., Ltd. completely revamps its corporate website
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I’m Factory Co., Ltd. completely revamped its corporate website on April 2, 2026. The company established a new corporate philosophy and logo, and expanded the value it provides to include “quality of decision-making.”
I’m Factory Co., Ltd. refreshes corporate logo and establishes new corporate philosophy (Philosophy / Mission / Vision)
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I’m Factory, a provider of human resources services in the IT engineering sector, has refreshed its corporate logo and established a new philosophy (MVV).
[Sauna Inn Niigata Myoko Kogen] From April 9, wood-fired sauna fully opens! Experience Myoko Kogen’s “Zen Sauna,” immersed in nature, on a day trip
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サウナイン株式会社 will open its container-style wood-fired sauna to the public at “sauna9” in Myoko Kogen, Niigata Prefecture, from April 9, 2026, and begin operating it as a public sauna available for day visits.
InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8 to take over operations under a new management structure from April 1
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Patience Capital Group (PCG), with the cooperation of Nomura Real Estate Investment Advisors Co., Ltd. and Yokohama Grand InterContinental Hotel Co., Ltd., has taken over the hotel operations business of InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8. On April 1, 2026, it welcomed Mari Takara as the new general manager and began operations under a new management structure. Founded in 2019, PCG is an investment management company that will continue to uphold IHG’s hospitality standards while respecting the brand value of the luxury hotel in Yokohama.