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Original株式会社ＦＲＥＥＤＩＡとサークレイス株式会社は、CAIO（Chief AI Officer）向けAIサービス提供を強化するための包括的提携を発表しました。両社はAI、ERP、Salesforce、Anaplanなどの実績と知見を組み合わせ、顧客企業のAIによる経営改革とAI人材育成を加速させます。FREEDIAの設立は2000年、サークレイスは2012年で、サークレイスは2022年4月に東京証券取引所グロース市場へ上場しています。
合同会社ラングドシャ began offering its crossword tool “Crossword Kit” on “Pazukomyu,” operated by 株式会社ニコリ, on April 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：合同会社ラングドシャ、株式会社ニコリ
Jena Academy will launch its “Intensive Junior High School English Grammar Course” for incoming first-year junior high school students in April 2026. Students at designated schools, including Kaisei and Nada, can take the course free of charge.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウィア・エデュケーション
Akari Guarantee, operated by attorneys, will hold its first end-of-life planning seminar in Nagoya on April 27, 2026. Experts including attorneys and care managers will explain identity-guarantee and family proxy services, for which demand is surging as the number of older people living alone or without children rises. The number of older people without children is projected to reach 10.32 million by 2050. The seminar will introduce services that provide guarantees when entering hospitals or care facilities, respond to emergencies, and support clients through funerals and interment. Participation is free.
The Japan FootGolf Association has begun full-scale provision of its corporate experiential training program, the “FootGolf Team-Building Program,” using golf courses. The program supports the development of self-directed organizations.
The Children’s Bullying Prevention Association will hold its 2nd academic conference at 東京医科大学病院 on July 11 and 12, 2026. The conference will deepen understanding of today’s increasingly diverse bullying issues from multiple perspectives.
Companies mentioned：文部科学省、東京医科大学病院、福島学院大学、国立精神・神経医療研究センター
Hikuri’s AI inventory management agent “Vestory” was selected as 1 of 17 leading vendors in Mic Economic Research Institute’s market research report on the SCM planning solutions market.
Companies mentioned：デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所株式会社、キナクシス・ジャパン、キヤノンITソリューションズ、ザイオネックス、シノプス、ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ、日本オラクル、日立製作所、富士通、フルカイテン、AI CROSS、Anaplan Japan、Blue Yonderジャパン、SAPジャパン、o9ソリューションズ・ジャパン、PwCコンサルティング、xenodata lab.
Original公益財団法人イオンワンパーセントクラブは、次代を担う青少年の健全な育成と地域社会の発展への貢献を目的に、千葉県香取郡多古町と地域連携協定を締結した。この協定に基づき、両者は「新しい里山」づくりに取り組み、自然豊かな里山での体験学習や水田造成などを通じて多古町の活性化に貢献する。当財団はこれまでも多古町の伝統行事への助成を行ってきた。
Jena Academy has launched an introductory English debate class for junior and senior high school students to strengthen their logical thinking and communication skills in English.
In a survey by 株式会社ドッコ, 76% of people who live with pets said they regularly react to door chimes and similar sounds. In addition, 66.4% said they want to communicate consideration with a sign at the entrance.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドッコ
Premium personal care brand KUNDAL has launched a special collaboration set with popular influencer Ryota Moisture. The project was created to mark the global commerce survival program “X THE LEAGUE.” The set combines damage-care items with perfume hair and body mist and will be available in limited quantities at the KUNDAL official online store from April 2 to April 11, 2026. Shampoo and conditioner sachets will also be offered as a purchase bonus.
“cafe SKY 40” on the 40th floor of the Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden Observatory will offer a limited-time spring menu themed around cherry blossoms. Items include a “Sakura Latte” for ¥700, a “Sakura Matcha Parfait” for ¥1,500 and “Sakura Bourbon” coffee for ¥650. The round window, which offers views from 173 m above ground, will also be decorated with cherry blossoms through April 30, 2026. The cafe is known for its 35 m glass counter seating and also serves house-roasted coffee.
Original株式会社新経営サービスが、中小企業の経営陣・人事部門を対象とした「幹部・管理職」育成手法公開セミナーを大阪（4月）と東京（5月）で開催する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社新経営サービス
Amova Asset Management and France’s Tikehau Capital have established a joint venture in Singapore to invest in private assets in Asia and have begun operations.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社、Tikehau Capital、Tikehau Amova Investment Management Pte. Ltd.
OriginalGMO AI＆ロボティクス商事株式会社は、GMOインターネットグループ陸上部のデータを用いて、世界初となる完全自律走行で人間の走りを再現するヒューマノイドロボットの実証実験プロジェクト「GMOロボッツ」を開始した。
Companies mentioned：GMO AI＆ロボティクス商事株式会社、GMOインターネットグループ
株式会社セキド will hold a free seminar in Fukuoka on April 21, 2026, explaining the new laser surveying module “DJI ZENMUSE L3.” Limited to the first 5 participants, the seminar will cover everything from the basics of drone surveying to data utilization.
Companies mentioned：DJI、株式会社レイメイセキド (セキド福岡)
Ise Sea Paradise will begin a limited-time sale on Apr. 6, 2026, of its “1HOUR Admission Ticket,” offering discounted access for the final 1 hour before closing. The ticket lets visitors enjoy the aquarium at a leisurely pace during less busy hours. The online prices are 1,100 yen for adults, 500 yen for children and 200 yen for toddlers. It will be on sale from Apr. 6 to May 10, 2026. Visitors can also view the “ISE Digital ART PROJECT.”
Terra Foods Co., Ltd. announced that, following a board resolution, Sugimoto Masaru has been appointed executive officer and president (COO). In what it calls its “2nd founding phase,” the company will continue to center its business on snack foods while stepping up efforts to enter the growing health food market. Specifically, it plans to develop products with high health value, substantially expand its B2C business and make B.B. Shop Co., Ltd. a wholly owned subsidiary, aiming to strengthen the group’s overall capabilities.
Rist Co., Ltd. has begun selling a new product that integrates its “AIMERA” image-recognition AI camera and “DeepCounter” AI counting software. The solution is designed to reduce staffing and labor for counting tasks, with potential applications in manufacturing, life sciences and social infrastructure. To mark its 10th anniversary, the company is running a limited-time promotion from Apr. 1 to Dec. 31, 2026, offering a model with LED lighting for a special price of 4 million yen before tax.
Zeroichi Manufacturing, a subsidiary of NeedsWell, has signed a sales agency agreement with SOTATEK JAPAN for “SotaAgents,” an AI agent platform specialized for enterprises. The companies aim to promote the advanced use of data at construction sites and elsewhere.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニーズウェル、株式会社SOTATEK JAPAN、Sota Holdings
Aile Co., Ltd. will become a sponsor of the “Japan Padel Corporate League (JPCL)” in Apr. 2026. The company will also field a team, aiming to support the spread of padel, encourage interaction inside and outside the company, and promote health.
Companies mentioned：BWコンサルティング株式会社、日本パデル協会、世界パデル連盟
Apparel brand MADISONBLUE will release a long-sleeve version of its signature “HELLO T-shirt” for children on Apr. 8, 2026. A portion of sales will be donated to Save the Children.
Companies mentioned：MADISONBLUE、セーブ・ザ・チルドレン（国際NGO）
OriginalNHK文化センター青山教室が、西洋美術史の巨匠たちを「VS（比較）」形式で解説する連続講座を2026年4月8日より開講します。
Companies mentioned：NHK文化センター
“NOTHING BETTER,” an inner beauty brand that sold 2 million packs in 3 months in South Korea, will begin sales at brick-and-mortar stores in Japan on Apr. 1 through 株式会社ケイラボ.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ケイラボ、オリーブヤング（OLIVE YOUNG）
Motoki Saito, an athlete employee of Plantec Co., Ltd., has been selected by the Japan Table Tennis Association for Persons with Disabilities for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year international competition team and national training squad.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本肢体不自由者卓球協会
Original日本ファッション協会運営の「スタイルアリーナ」が、おしゃれなZ世代女性78名を対象に消費行動の街頭インタビュー調査を実施。「エモ消費」の奥にある迷いと明確な動機を解明した。
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人日本ファッション協会、スタイルアリーナ
Original2026年3月に東京・赤坂に開業した「1 Hotel Tokyo」は、岩手県発の職人集団「SASHIKO GALS」とのコラボレーションを発表しました。本コラボレーションでは、両者の「サステナビリティ」理念を体現したオリジナル刺し子スニーカーを制作し、2026年4月2日より38階ロビー階で半年間の特別展示を行います。また、計10点限定の抽選受注販売（スニーカー550,000円、什器セット3,850,000円）と、5月22日・23日には刺し子ワークショップも開催されます。応募締切は2026年4月30日18:00です。
Keisei Rose Garden will hold its spring event “Palette of Carnival” from Apr. 18, 2026. The event will feature a record number of attractions, including a special observation deck and parade, and give visitors a chance to enjoy the roses at their peak.
Iena Academy has launched its “Online Course in University of Tokyo English Passages,” which provides systematic study of 50 years of past exam questions to prepare students for long-form passages in the University of Tokyo’s English entrance exam. The course is aimed at students who have completed the fundamentals of high school English and focuses on practical exercises rather than unnecessary lectures to strengthen reading comprehension, processing speed and question-answering skills. It began in Apr. 2026 and is primarily aimed at students from the 3rd year of junior high school through the 3rd year of high school with Eiken Pre-1 level or equivalent English proficiency. The school says all students enrolled in its university entrance exam program were admitted to their first-choice schools in the 2026 admissions cycle.
Tiger Mob Co., Ltd. and 株式会社留学ジャーナル have formed a business partnership to jointly offer new overseas education programs that shift from a focus on language study to “inquiry- and practice-based” learning. The programs will launch in 3 regions, including Vietnam, during the 2026 summer vacation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社留学ジャーナル
NCSOFT Corporation of South Korea changed its name to “NC” after a proposal to change the company name was approved at its annual general meeting of shareholders on Mar. 26, 2026. The new name, “NC,” stands for “Next & Creative” and expresses the company’s commitment to creating new value through challenges and creativity. The change completes a branding initiative that signals the company’s expansion beyond gaming into technology, content and platform businesses.
Pasona Inc. will co-host a webinar with Findy Inc. on Apr. 15, 2026, for hiring managers and recruiters at companies seeking to hire digital talent (engineers). Titled “Interview Design to Raise Offer Acceptance Rates: Techniques for Asking Questions and Making the Appeal That Resonate with Engineers’ Mindsets,” the webinar will explain how to redesign interviews as opportunities for mutual understanding and to showcase a company’s appeal, as well as effective ways to engage candidates. It aims to address structural challenges in the engineer hiring market amid a surge in demand driven by the spread of DX, and to bridge the gap between companies and candidates.
Yokohama has been named the only city in Japan among 20 cities worldwide recognized as role models for waste reduction and circularity by the UN Zero Waste Advisory Board, established by Secretary-General António Guterres. The city was recognized for results including a 50% reduction in waste despite population growth of about 10%, as well as initiatives such as the STYLE100 project. In Aug. 2025, Mayor Yamanaka personally introduced Yokohama’s green initiatives to the UN secretary-general.
ASUS will launch the “ProArt PA602 WALNUT WOOD TG Series” and “ProArt PA602 WALNUT WOOD METAL Series” PC cases featuring walnut accents, along with the “ProArt PF120 PWM Series” case fans, on April 3, 2026. The PC cases support EATX motherboards and are expected to retail for around ¥49,980 for the TG Series and ¥47,800 for the METAL Series. The case fans have a 28 mm-thick frame and are expected to retail for around ¥4,780 individually or ¥14,180 for a 3-pack. These new products are distributed by CFD Sales.
matsuri technologies has partnered with CyberAgent to begin supporting online customer acquisition and PR targeting visitors to Japan. The initiative will use its “m2m Systems” accommodation management system.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サイバーエージェント
Fuller, Inc. has released a report on app usage trends across the 4 prefectures of southern Kanto (Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo and Kanagawa). Monthly app usage exceeded the national average of 53.1 apps in all 4 prefectures, reaching 56.2 in Tokyo. Usage was centered on practical apps, including “Lifestyle,” “Shopping” and “Productivity,” while “Games” fell below the national average. In each prefecture, locally focused apps for banking, transportation, retail and government ranked highly, supporting everyday life in the region.
Kasumigaseki Capital announced that it has completed the acquisition and settlement of land and a building (strata title ownership) in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture. The company is developing hotels to contribute to Japan’s tourism nation goals and regional revitalization, and the acquired property will be renovated. Its hotel brands include “fav” and “BASE LAYER HOTEL,” which are expanding nationwide. The impact of this transaction on consolidated results for the fiscal year ending August 2026 is expected to be minor, but the company will promptly disclose any significant impact if one becomes apparent. As of the end of February 2026, capital stood at ¥54.205 billion and the company had 398 employees.
Kasumigaseki Capital Co., Ltd. has established a local subsidiary, Kasumigaseki US Corporation, in Delaware and made a full-scale entry into the U.S. market. For its inaugural project, it partnered with Florida-based Falcone Group to acquire a site for a mixed hotel and residential development at Miami Worldcenter in Miami. The project draws on strengths cultivated in its domestic hotel business and addresses the U.S. hotel market, where new supply is limited, and the residential market, where supply and demand are tight. The impact on results for the fiscal year ending August 2026 is expected to be minor, while the company anticipates an increase in corporate value over the longer term.
Original株式会社Schooが、地域向け総合HRサービスを展開する100％出資子会社「LoLLL株式会社」を2026年4月に設立。地域の中小企業や自治体の人手不足や組織課題の解決を目指す。
Companies mentioned：LoLLL株式会社
According to M&A Online’s tally, the number of M&A deals reached 150 in March 2026, the highest monthly total since records began in 2008.
Companies mentioned：太陽ホールディングス、KKR、日本板硝子、Apollo Global Management、大塚ホールディングス、大塚製薬、トランゼント・セラピューティクス、ソフトバンクグループ、アンペア・コンピューティング
Travel comparison site Travelko has released its 2026 Golden Week domestic destination rankings. Okinawa, Hokkaido and Fukuoka held onto the top spots, while Miyagi Prefecture surged to 9th place with searches reaching 1.5 times the previous year’s level.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オープンドア
Aun Consulting surveyed search engine shares across 40 countries and regions in the AI era as of February 2026. In Japan, Google’s share of PC searches fell by more than 20%, while Bing’s increased by more than 20%, indicating a structural shift. Google remains dominant on mobile. In Turkey, Google gained share on both PC and mobile. Local search engines such as Yandex and Baidu are also making their presence felt by leveraging regional characteristics.
CRAVIA Inc. has begun wholesale sales of 8 original sticker designs featuring the popular character IP “ほっぺちゃん,” developed by Memory-Tech Tsukuba Inc.’s Sanho Sekken division. The products previously ranked No. 1 in a Rakuten marketplace category during an early online sales run. The sales model—“validate online → collect data → scale through wholesale”—reduces inventory risk, improves the likelihood of success and maximizes distribution efficiency. The company aims to drive further growth by expanding its IP product lineup, speeding up the creation of online hits and expanding its nationwide distribution network.
Financial Do Co., a subsidiary of And Do Holdings Co., has partnered with Tama Shinkin Bank and began offering real estate collateral appraisals and debt guarantees for business-purpose financing on April 1, 2026. The service responds to new funding needs among older people and meets requests for business-purpose financing from sole proprietors and business owners. The company will promote the use of reverse mortgages, which are also addressed in the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s review of the “Basic Plan for Housing (National Plan),” and contribute to the revitalization of the Japanese economy.
TikTok for Business has opened entries for the “TikTok Ad Awards 2026 Japan,” which recognizes advertising campaigns. The awards honor work that excels in both creativity and business results.
Companies mentioned：TikTok
As an AI-native company, Appier Group provides “Autonomous AI Services (AaaS)” and advances cutting-edge marketing technology. The company partnered with Trip.com to support business growth in Japan and global markets. Appier’s AI-powered “AIBID” identifies high-value users, while its customized CPS model handles tasks such as managing cancellations after bookings. Trip.com plans to accelerate its expansion into European and U.S. markets. Founded in 2012, Appier now has 17 offices across the Asia-Pacific region, the United States and Europe.
MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. launched “matsukiyo FEMRISA Clear Balance Shield Mousse,” a new product from its femcare brand “matsukiyo FEMRISA,” on Saturday, April 11. This quasi-drug features a dual antibacterial formula that targets bacteria responsible for odor and stuffiness in the VIO area, along with moisturizing ingredients such as niacinamide, to gently cleanse delicate skin. The fragrance-free foaming product is designed to fit easily into daily care routines.
Intimate Merger Inc. will hold multiple free co-hosted seminars in April on data utilization and AI adoption.
Yokohama-based chocolate shop VANILLABEANS will sell limited-edition sweets created in collaboration with Umizuki Hiraoka to mark 日向坂46’s “7th Hinatan Festival” at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse from April 3.
Companies mentioned：日向坂46、WANIBOOKS
Laxus and Piary have partnered to launch Bag Loop, a luxury bag-sharing service for special occasions such as weddings.
Companies mentioned：ラクサス・テクノロジーズ株式会社、株式会社ピアリー
株式会社メドレー has launched Job Medley ATS, a hiring management system specializing in the medical care, nursing care and welfare industries. It streamlines recruitment operations and automatically detects duplicate applications.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メドレー
株式会社Liquid has begun offering public individual authentication, facial imaging and passive verification features through LIQUID eKYC for Chiba Bank's web account openings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Liquid、株式会社千葉銀行、ELEMENTSグループ
Stand Technologies Inc. will exhibit at AI Expo Spring 2026, held at Tokyo International Forum on April 7-8, 2026. It will demonstrate AI video production tools including Video Craft and support companies with digital transformation and in-house content production.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイスマイリー
株式会社pafin has released a command-line interface (CLI) for its cryptocurrency profit and loss calculation service, Cryptact, accessible through AI coding tools. Users can upload exchange files, run profit and loss calculations, search transaction histories and perform other operations via a terminal. The company also plans to release an MCP server compliant with the Model Context Protocol proposed by Anthropic during April 2026, enabling users without technical knowledge to use Cryptact through AI. The CLI is available on all Cryptact plans, and setup instructions are available on GitHub.
Originalアルコニックス株式会社が埼玉県羽生市で17,700㎡の土地を取得し、非鉄金属のリサイクル拠点の整備に着手した。資源の国内循環と脱炭素社会の実現を目指す。
Companies mentioned：アルミ銅センター株式会社
Ad-Sol Nissin will participate as an organizer and exhibitor at Geo Exhibition 2026, one of Japan's largest map and location information exhibitions, to be held on April 28, 2026. It will showcase its proprietary AI-powered sales territory analysis solution.
Companies mentioned：ジオ展実行委員会
Kumachan Animal Hospital in Niigata City has joined the Japan Animal Care Holdings (JPAC) group. The group now has 47 facilities across 15 prefectures nationwide, strengthening its veterinary care system.
Companies mentioned：株式会社くまちゃん動物病院、株式会社Japan Animal Care Holdings、ANCHORS
Schoo established LoLLL, a new company offering comprehensive HR services for local communities, on April 3, 2026. It will provide end-to-end support to address regional labor shortages and build HR functions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Schoo
Razer Japan apologized for shortages of the Razer Viper V4 Pro gaming mouse, released on March 25, after demand exceeded expectations.
Iena Academy launched an advanced video course in April 2026 for integrated junior and senior high school students, based on the Systematic Mathematics teaching materials. The course incorporates flipped learning to promote efficient understanding and retention.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウィア・エデュケーション
ThinkingData announced that global AI company MiniMax will speak at Data→AI Meetup 2026, to be held on April 17, 2026. The event will showcase the latest advances in video and audio generative AI and examples of its implementation in games.
Companies mentioned：MiniMax
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines welcomed 84 new employees on April 1 (53 new graduate hires for shore-based positions, 16 new graduate hires for sea-based positions and 15 mid-career hires for shore-based positions) and held an entrance ceremony. President Jotaro Tamura spoke about uncertainty in the Middle East situation and the company's mission as a provider of social infrastructure, and marked the company's 142nd anniversary and the start of Phase 2 of the group management plan, BLUE ACTION 2035. The company expects the new employees to bring a global perspective, thrive in diverse fields and contribute to strengthening its competitiveness.
TKP acquired Soleil, a commercial complex in central Oita City, and opened it as TKP Soleil Oita on April 1, 2026. Equipped with meeting rooms and banquet halls, the facility will serve as a hub for regional revitalization and交流.
Companies mentioned：全国労働者共済生活協同組合連合会、こくみん共済、労働組合の連合大分
スポルアップ Corporation announced the results of a survey on EC usage among consumers nationwide. The survey found that the EC usage rate reached 63.4%, with Amazon and Rakuten accounting for more than 76% of the market, indicating a highly concentrated market. Price was the most important factor for consumers making EC purchases (55%), while 82.0% checked reviews before buying, and 77.2% of respondents showed a strong inclination to save. The results suggest that consumer purchasing behavior in the current EC environment follows a rational decision-making process in which price drives selection and reviews determine the choice.
Shoko Chukin Bank held the “Ideal Future Award” on March 10, 2026. The event presented the results of company-wide “Purpose Workshops” and recognized outstanding ideas. Under the theme “Be the driving force of change,” aimed at realizing its PURPOSE after privatization, employees submitted proposals to solve customer problems and transform the company. The selected ideas are linked to the “Long-Term Strategy and Transformation Plan” announced on March 6, 2026, and are expected to be used in future corporate transformation. Shoko Chukin Bank aims to realize its PURPOSE by expanding and revitalizing the small and medium-sized enterprise economy.
Okuibuki Motor Park & Event Venue, which uses the parking area of Gran Snow Okuibuki, one of the largest ski resorts in Kansai, begins operations for the season on April 1. As a JAF-approved motorsports venue, it can host track days and events.
Companies mentioned：JAF（日本自動車連盟）
Igaku-Shoin will publish the book “Opening the Door to the Heart: Home Visits to People Experiencing Hikikomori and Their Families” on April 6, 2026. Based on interviews with 21 experienced support workers with extensive experience in home visits for people experiencing hikikomori, the book explains effective approaches to home-visit support. It systematizes the workers' tacit knowledge into “7 steps” and presents them in a groundbreaking guide aimed at raising the quality of hikikomori support. The list price is 2,750 yen (2,500 yen before tax, plus 10% tax), and the ISBN is 978-4-260-06525-2.
The SPC うべアクアフロント株式会社, represented by メタウォーター株式会社, held a launch ceremony for the 宇部市 Public Sewerage Western Treatment Area Management Project. The project aims to improve the efficiency of sewerage operations and achieve decarbonization through a 30-year concession.
Companies mentioned：メタウォーター株式会社、うべアクアフロント株式会社、宇部市
Talenta has published a case study on JCB’s introduction of AI assessments from the digital interview platform “HireVue” in its new graduate recruitment process.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェーシービー、三菱UFJ信託銀行、DxCテクノロジー、阪急阪神百貨店、三菱HCキャピタル、ユニリーバ、スターバックス、メルセデス、日立製作所、東京海上日動、東京エレクトロン、JAXA、HireVue Inc.
High Spirits and You will hold an original artwork exhibition in 上天草市, Kumamoto Prefecture, during Golden Week 2026 to mark the publication of the art book “Amakusa Shiro: The Legendary Boy.”
Companies mentioned：上天草市、天草四郎ミュージアム
株式会社HOKET (Tachikawa, Tokyo) began offering “HOKET PALETTE,” an experiential system powered by generative AI, on April 2, 2026. Simply photograph a child’s craft or drawing with a smartphone, and AI analyzes its features and turns it into digital content such as “stats” and a “profile.” Analysis and presentation can be completed in as little as 10 seconds, with no dedicated app required, and the system also features integration with event venue monitors. HOKET also offers options to support event organizers with everything from planning and equipment setup to troubleshooting. Fees are quoted on a case-by-case basis according to the event’s scale and duration.
OriginalNHKカルチャーは『英語のハノン』シリーズ著者である東北大学講師の中村佐知子氏による特別レッスンを、さいたまアリーナ教室と町田教室で開催します。英語の口頭トレーニングを徹底的に行う90分間のプログラムで、さいたま会場は2026年4月25日（土）、町田会場は26日（日）に開催。受講料は会員4,356円、一般4,928円（税込）です。中村氏は2005年から2017年までECC外語学院に勤務し、2017年にはTemple University Japan Campus TESOL修士課程を修了しています。
The Westin Rusutsu Resort will hold its “Hokkaido Asparagus Promotion” from April 29 to June 30, 2026. The hotel’s “All Day Dining Atrium” and “Japanese Restaurant Kazahana” will offer limited-time dishes made with Hokkaido-grown asparagus. “All Day Dining Atrium” will feature à la carte items starting at 2,200 yen and a short course for 4,950 yen, while “Japanese Restaurant Kazahana” will serve asparagus specialties starting at 1,100 yen. The promotion offers guests the chance to savor the flavors of spring in Hokkaido with all five senses.
The selfie app BeautyCam has released “Heisei Puri,” a new feature that recreates the purikura photo sticker experience of the Heisei era. The launch is part of the app’s localization for the Japanese market, responding to the Y2K trend and the “Heisei retro” boom.
富士ベッド工業株式会社 will offer guidance on proper sleeping posture through its “YOKONEGU” series of pillows designed for side sleepers and run a giveaway campaign to mark “Side-Sleeping Day” on April 5.
Companies mentioned：富士ベッド工業株式会社
Intage Technosphere has launched a SaaS progress management system designed specifically for post-marketing surveillance (EPPV) of new drugs for pharmaceutical companies. The company is recruiting users for a trial.
Companies mentioned：株式会社インテージテクノスフィア、インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社
Iena Academy, operated by 株式会社ウィア・エデュケーション, has opened enrollment for the 2026 academic year in its university entrance exam course, which has a record of a 100% acceptance rate at students’ first-choice schools. Its strengths include intensive English study and thorough preparation using past exam papers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウィア・エデュケーション、東京科学大学、東京大学、早稲田大学、東北大学、上智大学、立教大学、東京薬科大学、新潟大学、日本医科大学、東邦大学、埼玉医科大学、慶應義塾大学
ABC Sho-kai Co., Ltd. will add a new “V-groove” type to its “TAMBOUR” double-curved wall covering from April 1. Its rhythmic shadows create a luxurious look.
株式会社シマブンコーポレーション has begun sales for fiscal 2026 of its “DecoBull” worker monitoring system, following the 2025 legal amendment making heatstroke prevention measures mandatory. The system detects environmental conditions and vital signs simultaneously and immediately alerts users to abnormalities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シマブンコーポレーション
東京都庭園美術館 will host “Lucie Rie: Elegant Vessels Bridging East and West,” the first domestic retrospective in about 10 years of British ceramic artist Lucie Rie.
Companies mentioned：東京都庭園美術館、国立工芸館、草月会館
NSK has begun production at its Saitama Plant of ball screws newly developed for Advics’ new regenerative cooperative braking system. The ball screws address growing demand for electro-hydraulic braking systems as autonomous driving becomes more widespread, while delivering high reliability in a compact, lightweight design. The use of new materials and integrated functions helps save energy and resources during manufacturing and improve fuel and electricity efficiency while vehicles are in use, contributing to carbon neutrality. NSK plans to continue advancing electric braking technology and expanding its production capacity.
TAC Corporation will hold a free seminar for HR and training professionals on April 28, 2026, to break down the barriers of indifference within organizations and foster a culture of mutual support.
Ryoto Tachikawa of the men’s soccer team at Niigata University of Health and Welfare is set to join J.League club 京都サンガF.C. for the 2028/29 season.
Companies mentioned：京都サンガF.C.、ＮＳＧグループ
Originalマイボイスコム株式会社が2026年3月1日～7日に実施した「消費スタイルに関する調査」によると、満足や幸福を感じた消費行動がある人は5割弱で、その満足感は「心身ともにリフレッシュできる」「気持ちが前向きになる・元気になる」「癒される、リラックスできる」が各30%台だった。手に入れる価値があるものとしては「持ち家」が33.1%で最も多く、「パソコン」「車」「スマートフォン・携帯電話」が続いた。
UUUM Inc. supported the awards ceremony for the “Reiwa 7 Fiscal Year Kanagawa Election Awareness Video Contest” under its comprehensive partnership agreement with Kanagawa Prefecture. Company-affiliated creator Kanta of Mizutamari Bond attended as a special judge and congratulated the winners. The contest awarded a UUUM Special Prize to a work recognized for effectively conveying its message, particularly to younger audiences, from the perspective of video creativity.
uka has introduced lightly scented amenities based on its IZU Series bath salts at Aoyama Grand Hotel in Aoyama-Gaienmae. The amenities use naturally derived ingredients such as deep ocean water from Suruga Bay and camellia oil to moisturize the skin. They add a new option, “calming stillness,” to the hotel experience, offering tranquility in the heart of the city.
Senju-kai Iihana Co., Ltd. began accepting reservations on April 2, 2026, for its limited-edition gift, “MOOMIN/Super Flower ‘Moominmamma's Day 2026,’” created in collaboration with Moomin for Mother’s Day on May 10, 2026. The gift recreates the roses that Moominmamma lovingly tends using the “Super Flower” technique with premium paper, and is priced at 5,500 yen (tax included). “Super Flower” was launched to support women’s employment as part of the recovery from the 28th year of the Heisei era Kumamoto Earthquake, and also contributes to society. The product is scheduled to be delivered from 5/5 (Tue.) to 5/10 (Sun.).
MESCIUS Inc.’s “krew” series of plug-ins for kintone received a star rating for the 5th consecutive year in Cybozu’s “CyPN Report 2026.” krewSheet and krewData received the highest rating of 三 stars.
Companies mentioned：サイボウズ株式会社
ISIS Editing School has a network of knowledge called “ISIS co-mission,” comprising 9 cultural figures and experts who develop the vision of its headmaster, Seigow Matsuoka. An ISIS co-mission meeting was held on March 27, where participants discussed the importance of learning amid advances in AI. The co-mission includes 9 members, including President Yuko Tanaka, who support the school through their respective areas of expertise. A special lecture by Masaki Osawa will be held on April 4, and a special editing lecture by Ryuta Imafuku on July 19. The 57th term of the Basic Course [守] costs 110,000 yen (tax included), with applications due by April 26 and classes beginning on May 11.
Kitakyushu City has become the first municipality in Japan to establish a new organization, “〇〇 Oshi Department (Oshika),” which harnesses people’s passion for their favorite things as an engine for city management.
Original株式会社カウシェが2,930人を対象にガソリン代に関する意識調査を実施。約9割が負担を感じており、7割以上が今後の価格上昇を懸念していることが判明した。
Companies mentioned：石油情報センター、政府
Original小樽洋菓子舗ルタオが新千歳空港のポップアップストアで、北海道産素材を使用した新商品「クレームグラッセ スイートコーン」ソフトクリームを4月より発売。
Companies mentioned：小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ、株式会社ケイシイシイ
Nankai Densetsu Co., Ltd. reported on the distribution status of the “ProP biz Emergency Earthquake Early Warning Distribution Service” during the April 1 earthquake in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, demonstrating the effectiveness of disaster prevention measures based on forecast information.
Companies mentioned：気象庁、明星電気
mct Inc., which supports human-centered design and CX management, and Hatena Co., Ltd., which operates a content platform and provides B2B marketing support, will hold a joint webinar on Friday, April 17, 2026. While the spread of AI tools has made it easier to produce reports, concerns have been raised about AI’s reliance on existing data. The seminar will emphasize the importance of primary sources such as “real customer voices.” Drawing on the expertise of both companies, it will present the latest research workflow for efficiently using AI while collecting and analyzing primary information and turning it into unique strategies. Takeshi Sato, Saori Kameda, and Yu Igarashi will speak at the free online event.
OriginalAhrefsは5つのAIプラットフォームにおける引用ドメインのランキングを発表した。YouTubeが総合1位となり、AI検索時代の新たな露出指標として注目される。
Companies mentioned：Google、Amazon、PR TIMES、note
NPO Minna no Code has transferred operation of its technology education hub in Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, to the newly established 一般社団法人クリエイティブネットかが. The organization is building a sustainable, community-led operating structure and promoting creative learning for children.
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人みんなのコード、一般社団法人クリエイティブネットかが、三菱UFJリサーチ＆コンサルティング
東京都国分寺市 has released the app “むかしへGO ! 武蔵国分寺,” which lets users experience a recreation of the lost Musashi Kokubunji using the latest VR and AR technology. It offers an immersive experience at the site.
Companies mentioned：東京都国分寺市
FutureShop has begun integrating its system with Brothers’ e-commerce management support tool “EC Kyodai.” The integration enables e-commerce sites to quickly increase sales and improve operational efficiency without requiring specialized knowledge of HTML or other technologies.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フューチャーショップ、ブラザーズ株式会社
The Japan Convention Association (JCMA) added 48 examples of SDGs and sustainability initiatives by 26 member companies to its website, bringing the total to 81 examples.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本コンベンション協会（JCMA）
The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation will open 2 immersive installation works on planetary exploration and weather observation on April 25: “Voyage: Beyond the Uncharted” and “Sky: A Journey Through the Clouds.”
Companies mentioned：NASA、京都産業大学