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Technocraft will launch “Vital Navi,” a remote monitoring service for individuals using a smartwatch that measures blood pressure through automatic wrist compression, on April 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：HUAWEI
Material Digital will hold “BRAND STRATEGY 2026,” a conference aimed at redesigning brand strategies for the times ahead, online on April 23.
Companies mentioned：マテリアルグループ株式会社、株式会社コレクシア
Originalワールドグループのブランド「grove」が、サンリオの「ハローキティ」とのコラボアイテムを4月22日より全国店舗で発売。ジュート素材のトートバッグなどを展開。
Companies mentioned：ワールドグループ、株式会社アルカスインターナショナル、株式会社サンリオ
RIN Co., Ltd. is presenting “BLOOM your own,” a spring promotion featuring installations made with flowers that were slated for disposal, at Daimaru Tokyo through April 21, 2026. The company will also distribute the loss flowers to visitors.
Companies mentioned：株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店
Original男性専門クリニック「ギガクリニック」の京都院および仙台院にて、2026年4月1日より束田崇夫医師と長浦主税医師がそれぞれ新院長に就任しました。
Companies mentioned：ギガクリニック、ユナイテッドクリニック、ユナイトクリニック
Reservations have opened for ENNE ZERO, a pedal-equipped specified small motorized vehicle that can be ridden without a license. Featuring an AI-controlled dynamic brake, the new mobility vehicle combines a 20 km/h speed limit with the convenience of pedals.
Global fashion brand ADERERROR has named South Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok as its first official brand ambassador.
Nankatsu SC submitted a request to Katsushika Ward regarding the stadium development plan and the proposed establishment of a “Captain Tsubasa Museum.” The club aims to revitalize the community through sports.
Companies mentioned：株式会社南葛SC
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At teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka, an nighttime museum in Nagai Botanical Garden in Osaka, the special artwork “Resonating Trees - Weeping Cherry Blossoms” will open on Saturday, April 4, to coincide with the best viewing period for the weeping cherry blossoms. The work changes its light and tones to match the color of the blossoms. “Crystallized Sakura and Sakura Phantom” will also be shown for a limited time. The garden is an outdoor museum where nature, changing with the seasons, and art come together.
any株式会社 will launch “Qast Academy,” a strategy session for managers, starting April 23, 2026. Through dialogue among leaders, it will offer ideas for change in response to increasingly complex management challenges.
Companies mentioned：any株式会社、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社（JR東日本）
Originalリバティタウン所属の「平成フラミンゴ」が横浜アリーナで初の単独オフラインイベントを開催。ゲストに「ももいろクローバーZ」が登場し、1.2万人を動員した。
Companies mentioned：ももいろクローバーZ、Stagecrowd
JR East has set the terms for its domestic unsecured straight bonds. The total issuance will be 12 billion yen for the 3-year bonds, 18 billion yen for the 5-year bonds and 40 billion yen for the 10-year bonds, for a total of 70 billion yen. The proceeds are expected to be used to repay interest-bearing debt, among other purposes. The yield spreads over government bonds at the time the terms were set have also been announced.
Premium hotel MONday Maihama View Ⅰ, operated by JHAT, will open its rooftop pool on April 25. To mark the opening, the hotel will offer all guests a campaign featuring free pool access and one complimentary pizza.
Companies mentioned：株式会社JHAT
Daisuke Tashiro, a lecturer at Kobe Gakuin University, developed “Respi Checker,” an app that quantifies respiratory function using smartphone sensors. It is now available on the App Store.
Companies mentioned：Apple (AppStore)
TOKYO MX program “Savanna Takahashi’s Sauna God” will air on Saturday, April 4, from 18:00 to 18:30. Actor Kenta Suga will appear as a guest, sharing stories from Kenko Yokusen in Tokyo’s Nakano Ward. Suga will discuss turning points in his life, including what led him to enter show business at age 4, his experiences in the Monday 9 p.m. drama “Hito ni Yasashiku” and the film “Always: Sunset on Third Street,” and discovering Go Morita’s stage performances when work dwindled during high school. He will also share rare anecdotes about child actors’ pay and a bone-fracture incident.
PARCELLE JEWELRY will hold a limited-time LIMITED SHOP at Hanshin Umeda Main Store from April 8 to 14, 2026. The venue will offer a new and limited lineup, as well as a custom order (semi-custom order) service. The brand’s concept is “jewelry that stays close to your heart,” and Japanese artisans handcraft one-of-a-kind pieces. Together with its permanent store, PARCELLE JEWELRY Umeda, this event offers an opportunity to experience the brand’s diverse appeal.
Motorimoda株式会社 has begun carrying ROKKER and RIDING CULTURE, motorcycle apparel brands from Switzerland. They are known for their highly durable motorcycle jeans.
Companies mentioned：Motorimoda株式会社、THE ROKKER COMPANY AG、Schoeller社
ワオ株式会社 announced the results of its survey, “The Realities and Challenges of Office Lunches by Industry,” covering 35 companies that have introduced Shashoku DELI. The number of “lunch desertion” cases is rising due to company cafeteria closures and office relocations.
Companies mentioned：ワオ株式会社
The Japan Traditional Kogei Kinki Exhibition in NARA 2026 will be held at Nara Kogei-kan in Nara City from May 14 to 24, 2026. With support from the Japan Kogei Association’s Kinki Branch and others, the exhibition will display more than 30 works by award winners and local selected artists, with the aim of promoting Nara crafts and regional exchange.
Companies mentioned：小学館集英社プロダクション共同事業体、公益社団法人日本工芸会近畿支部
株式会社タカチホ will launch “Apple Perch Stick Baum,” made with apple juice from Nagano Prefecture, on April 3. The individually wrapped stick-shaped cakes are convenient to eat, and the company aims to make them a new classic souvenir from Shinshu.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タカチホ
YSL BEAUTY held a pop-up event in Omotesando to celebrate the launch of its new lipstick, YSL Lovenu Lipstick. A host of high-profile guests attended.
Companies mentioned：YSL BEAUTY、イヴ・サンローラン・ボーテ
To celebrate surpassing 20,000 followers on its official Instagram account, Showa Nishikawa will hold a giveaway campaign featuring luxury bedding, starting April 3, 2026.
Companies mentioned：昭和西川株式会社
Nstyle, a bust-flattening innerwear brand operated by 株式会社エル・ローズ, will make its first appearance at the pop-up event “Terakoya Spring Gathering,” taking place at Hanshin Umeda Main Store from April 8 to 14, 2026. The innerwear can also be used under kimono to create a more compact bust silhouette, and visitors can try it on at the event. “Terakoya Spring Gathering” is an event for enjoying casual kimono, with kimono and accessories for sale as well as workshops.
AMUSÉUM, a pop-up store featuring goods from art museums around the world, will open at LUCUA 1100 in Osaka from April 11, 2026. It will sell items such as museum tote bags and offer visitors an experience of bringing art into everyday life.
Companies mentioned：LUCUA 1100
Original株式会社サンディアスは、BL情報サイト「ちるちる」を運営しており、BLビジネスにおける男性スタッフの理解促進を目的とした無料Zoomウェビナーを開催します。腐女子マーケティング研究所所長・井出洋氏が登壇し、BLの構造や腐女子の心理をビジネス視点から解説します。ウェビナーは2026年4月16日（木）14:00〜15:00に開催され、BLビジネスに関わる全ての人に役立つ内容です。
Originalイッツコムが、リコーブラックラムズ東京主催の「ユニバーサルデー2026」にサステナビリティパートナーとして参画。特別番組の放送やキッズスペースの設置を通じて多様性あるラグビー観戦を支援します。
Companies mentioned：リコーブラックラムズ東京、コベルコ神戸スティーラーズ
Ado-produced idol group Phantom Siita and UNITY株式会社 have launched the apparel brand “Phantasm,” fully supervised by the members. Preorders for the 1st collection will begin on April 3, exclusively for fan club members, showcasing the group’s distinctive world.
Companies mentioned：UNITY株式会社
Miyako City Osaka Tennoji will offer “Cosmetics Afternoon Tea,” a cosmetics-themed afternoon tea made with ingredients from Hokkaido, from May 1 to June 30. It is designed to be enjoyed both for its flavors and its visual appeal.
Noriko Shimura of Daiichi Engei won the Grand Prix at the Flower Art Award 2026, held at Tokyo Midtown.
Companies mentioned：三井不動産グループ
Originalアフラック生命保険が厚生労働省推進の「令和7年度がん対策推進優良企業」に6年連続で選出されました。同社のがん・傷病就労支援プログラムなどの長年の取り組みが高く評価されています。
Companies mentioned：厚生労働省、がん対策推進企業アクション
株式会社トレタ, which develops and provides reservation and customer management systems for restaurants, will hold a free online seminar for restaurants starting at 14:00 on April 15, 2026. Specific themes and content have not been disclosed.
It has been announced that actor Hideaki Ito and MAKI of &TEAM wore Tommy Hilfiger apparel at the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix held at Suzuka Circuit. This appears to be part of the brand’s promotional activities.
ディーカレットDCP, GMO Aozora Net Bank, and ABeam Consulting announced that their initiative to advance “interbank settlement of tokenized deposits” has been selected for the Financial Services Agency’s “FinTech Proof of Concept Hub.” The proof of concept is based on the principle of completing interbank settlement on-chain for on-chain transactions between users. It aims to reduce settlement risk, liquidity needs, and operational workload by processing all transactions in real time gross settlement (RTGS), 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The 2 validation methods are the TD lead bank method and the TD-SC coordination method. On March 3, 2026, Bank of Japan Governor Ueda spoke about “the tokenization of central bank money,” and this proof of concept will also actively contribute to future discussions.
After mybest began providing data to LINE Yahoo’s “Shopping AI Assistant,” the purchase rate through the feature rose by more than 80% compared with other channels. Accurate AI recommendations are helping users make purchases.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マイベスト、LINEヤフー株式会社
On TOKYO FM’s radio program “Sustaina*Days,” for which Nippon Paper Crecia is the main sponsor, the host will change starting with the broadcast on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The baton will pass from Takanori Iwata of Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS to Hokuto Yoshino of THE RAMPAGE. The program introduces SDG actions under the theme “Tomorrow for children, today for adults,” which aligns with Nippon Paper Crecia’s corporate vision.
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TechBIZ Inc. has been certified for the 3rd consecutive year as a “2026 Certified Staffing Company” by “Job Station,” operated by the Freelance Association, a general incorporated association. This is the program’s 7th year, with 16 companies and 23 services participating. TechBIZ offers freelance agent services in 4 fields—IT engineering, human resources and HR, accounting and finance, and marketing—and has achieved a continued engagement rate of approximately 97%. As of the end of February 2026, the Freelance Association had 142,402 members in total, including 23,802 general members and 226 corporate members.
Artist DPR IAN began worldwide distribution of “The Show,” his first new song in approximately 1 year and 9 months, on April 3.
Companies mentioned：DPR
Visionary Inc. will launch SEEKER VISION, a comprehensive job-change website specializing in the IT, web and gaming industries, on April 3, 2026. Japan is projected to face a shortage of up to 787,000 IT workers by 2030, while the job-to-applicant ratio for IT and telecommunications engineers has risen to 12.28 times the average across all occupations, at approximately 4.5 times. The service offers a career assessment algorithm called “SEEKER Assessment” and AI-powered career forecasting features, aiming to reduce mismatches. It will launch with approximately 10,000 job listings, and is free to use.
Yamashin Sangyo Co., Ltd. Hanabirasha has launched “Watermelon Plus (Domestic Watermelon),” a commercial product that can be used year-round.
The National Museum of Nature and Science’s Tsukuba Botanical Garden will hold its “Japanese Primrose Varieties” exhibition from April 18 to 26. The exhibition will feature more than 100 cultivated varieties from the 筑波大学 collection and introduce their history and scientific background.
Companies mentioned：筑波大学、筑波大学さくらそう里親の会、NPOつくばアーバンガーデニング
The online wholesale flower site Flower Smith Market launched its “Mother’s Day Collection” on Friday, April 3, 2026. Fresh flowers perfect for Mother’s Day, including carnations, roses, spray roses and baby’s breath, are available in small lots of 5 stems or more. Some products are offered at SALE prices, and a first-time free-shipping campaign is underway for purchases of 5,000 yen or more.
Fujibo Apparel is launching limited-edition packaging to mark the 150th anniversary of its underwear brand “B.V.D.®” and holding a campaign.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フジボウアパレル
Boxing events at Korakuen Hall will be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT on 2 consecutive nights, April 3 and 4. The lineup includes major bouts such as Masataka Taniguchi’s world title challenge and Kenichi Ogawa’s tune-up bout.
Companies mentioned：U-NEXT、TREASURE BOXING PROMOTION、帝拳
Originalホビー通販「あみあみ」が、コトブキヤ製のフィギュア『Fate/strange Fake フランチェスカ・プレラーティ 1/7スケール 完成品』の予約案内を開始した。価格は25,300円で2026年9月発売予定。
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、コトブキヤ
〈NEW ERA®〉 and 〈HOLLYWOOD RANCH MARKET〉 have collaborated on the “9TWENTY” cap, featuring chain stitching of the “HR” motif. Preorders begin April 3.
Companies mentioned：聖林公司
The restaurant “Itoshitooto Gohan,” operated by 株式会社愛しとーと, began serving 18 new menu items in April.
Companies mentioned：株式会社愛しとーと
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Club has partnered with Otonobank to launch a special “audiobook.jp” benefit for Diners Club members, offering the first 60 days free and points worth 3,000 yen every month.
Companies mentioned：三井住友トラストクラブ株式会社、株式会社オトバンク
Originalリーガルテック株式会社は、建設現場の資材搬送ロボットの作業計画最適化技術に関する特許検討において、自社の特許支援AIプラットフォーム「MyTokkyo.Ai」が活用されたことを発表しました。
Companies mentioned：リーガルテック株式会社
Ipsos Inc., one of the world’s largest polling companies, has published the March 2026 edition of its “Data-Driven Analysis of Japanese Public Opinion and Politics” column, based on data from its monthly international survey “What Worries the World.” According to the column, perceptions of the country’s direction are improving, but concern remains high over “Poverty and inequality (32%)” and “Inflation (31%),” suggesting that the divide between the “haves and have-nots” is accelerating. The sharp rise in concern about climate change (28%) may reflect people’s firsthand experience of increasingly unpredictable seasons. The column aims to provide insights to business leaders, policymakers and others.
Mycat Inc. has added a trademark class selection guide to “Trademark Navi,” its AI-powered trademark search and application support service. By simply entering a business description in natural language, users can have AI recommend appropriate filing classes and provide estimated application costs and priority levels for each class. Choosing the right class is important because it has a major impact on the scope of rights and costs; the feature aims to prevent mismatches and cost increases caused by selecting inappropriate classes. According to Japan Patent Office statistics, 158,000 trademark applications are filed annually, underscoring the need for support in choosing the right classes.
株式会社ピリカ will hold the online event “15th Anniversary Piri-Cup2026” to mark the 15th anniversary of its cleanup social network, Pirika. The event is open to participants around the world and has “doing good deeds” as its theme.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ピリカ
Original株式会社SUNが運営するセレクトショップ「Gift Communication」が、ブランド設立6周年を機に都営浅草線・馬込駅近くのホテル「東京イン」内に移転し、2026年4月1日にリニューアルオープンしました。
Companies mentioned：株式会社SUN、東京イン
To mark the theatrical release of Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway, ABEMA will begin airing related TV anime episodes back-to-back for free for 10 consecutive weeks starting April 10.
Companies mentioned：株式会社AbemaTV、小学館、読売テレビ、TMS
At its 2026 new-hire ceremony, 昭和西川 held a “First Mission” in which 30 new employees made custom pillows in teams of 3 (1 team at a time). The goal was to give them firsthand experience of customer perspectives and communication.
To mark its 45th anniversary, FamilyMart will launch a collaboration campaign with Pokémon GO on April 7. Customers who show Famipay and spend at least 500 yen will receive a participation ticket.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファミリーマート、Niantic, Inc.、株式会社ポケモン
OGK Giken has released the HUG Buddy pet carrier under its pet brand buddiQ. It can be secured to the inside of a bicycle’s handlebars and can also be used as a backpack.
NPO法人相続・不動産サポートセンター and 豊島区民社会福祉協議会 signed a partnership agreement in April 2026 to promote end-of-life planning and bequest donations.
Companies mentioned：豊島区民社会福祉協議会
A book by 中野慧, representative director of 株式会社ブリングアウト, titled “Creating the Strongest Organization with Generative AI: Firsthand-Information Management Connecting Leaders and Frontlines,” will be published by KADOKAWA on April 20, 2026. The book offers a systematic explanation of “firsthand-information management” using generative AI and is the first management book of its kind in Japan. Ahead of publication, it took 1st place in Amazon’s New Releases ranking for Management & Human Resources (as of April 2, 2026). The list price is 2,200 yen (tax included), and it has received endorsements from 5 prominent figures, including Toshiba board chairman Hidemi Moue.
株式会社Amadeus Code launched “音会 / OTOKAI,” a well-being program for older adults using AI music, and held its 1st free concert. The program aims to stimulate cognitive function and support social participation through music.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Amadeus Code
株式会社てしお夢ふぁーむ has been recognized as an outstanding employer of people with disabilities under the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s “Monisu Certification System.” The company operates Type A continuous employment support facilities and also employs people with disabilities as support staff. Its efforts in employment, staff development, retention, and workplace improvements were recognized. Specifically, the retention rate for support staff is 90% or higher (at the 6-month mark), and the actual employment rate is more than 3 times the statutory rate. Its comprehensive staff-development system, including specialized training for support staff, in-house training, and efforts to promote understanding of disabilities, was also recognized, and the company received high marks in employee satisfaction surveys.
Original一般社団法人保育のデザインアドバンスが「令和8年度 保育士等キャリアアップ研修」のeラーニング講座を開講。1分野9,900円から受講可能。
株式会社Sunrise will open a new Japanese izakaya, “Yakitori and Soba Eiji,” at Delice Yokohama Building near the west exit of Yokohama Station on April 6, 2026.
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DSR will bring back the mini size of Advanced Essence RO, a new serum from its sensitive-skin brand Chercher, on April 7. The serum contains a high concentration of azelaic acid and sold out in 3 days during its advance sale.
Companies mentioned：有限会社DSR
株式会社ピュール will launch a new intimate-care line, “Intimate Gel Wash” and “Milk,” from its flora-care brand Florica on April 7, 2026. The new products contain patented “birth-canal lactic acid bacteria ferment” and are COSMOS Organic certified. “Intimate Gel Wash” and “Intimate Milk” each cost 2,970 yen (tax included). The company also offers “Inner Lactogel Medical,” a controlled medical device, at 4,950 yen for 10 tubes and 1,650 yen for 3 tubes. Ami Kikuchi is the brand ambassador.
Authentic Brands Group is accelerating investment in the Japanese market, its most important strategic base for 2026. The company aims to grow its brands through an expanded Tokyo office and IP collaborations, including anime.
Companies mentioned：Authentic Brands Group
ROOTS, a team from the cheer dance school operated by 株式会社Gravis, won JAMfest JAPAN vol.24 and qualified for the U.S. competition The Summit.
Shibuya tempura restaurant Tenki took part in an event hosted by 東京都 to showcase Tokyo’s food to international media. It demonstrated an innovative style of tempura incorporating French techniques and promoted Tokyo’s new food culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グライダーアソシエイツ、株式会社good-eye、東京都
株式会社Reelu and byFood, a food-experience booking service for inbound visitors, have partnered to provide multilingual staff for planning and operating food-experience programs for international visitors.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テーブルクロス
DG Daiwa Ventures invested in Project Pluto, which is developing Terminal X, an AI agent for institutional investors, in a Series A funding round.
Companies mentioned：DG Daiwa Ventures、Project Pluto Inc.
ヒルトン成田 will hold its one-day family event, “SPRING FAMILY FES 2026,” on May 2, 2026. The event will offer food education and opportunities for families to make memories through activities such as career experiences for children and a market featuring local ingredients.
Companies mentioned：ヒルトン成田、日本料理「松風」、末廣農場、コジュウ軍団
Hands Inc. will roll out a special feature on handheld fans from late March 2026, ahead of summer. New models this year include the Hands-exclusive-color Mottel Turbo Handy Fan, Rhythm Silky Wind Mobile 4, the multifunctional Bruno 6-Way Cooling Folding Fan, the Owltech Jet Handy Fan with a parasol clip, a finger strap that also serves as a charging cable, and the Hirano Shokai Fireproof Pouch, designed for lithium-ion batteries. These products meet a range of needs for staying comfortable during the hot season.
ACE Inc. will begin rolling out all 5 colors of idoly, a line of color contact lenses featuring ≠ME’s Hitomi Suzuki as its image model, at ドン・キホーテ from April 3.
Companies mentioned：ドン・キホーテ
Toys”R”Us Japan will begin selling Majorette miniature cars, launched by Kabaya Foods as its first foray into the toy business, at 50 stores nationwide from April 11, 2026. The lineup includes 20 types, ranging from basic models and higher-priced models for adults to gift packs. Majorette is popular with collectors from children to adults for its finely detailed die-cast bodies and premium designs. Kabaya Foods is entering the full-scale toy business by drawing on expertise developed over many years of manufacturing toy candies.
Original河田フェザー、折兼、リスパックの3社は、2026年4月18日にエディオン久屋広場で開催される「循環フェス名古屋」にブース出展します。このイベントでは、不要になった衣類を回収しリユース・リサイクルにつなげる「RELEASE⇔CATCH」の取り組みや、古着を無料で持ち帰れる「¥0Market」が実施されます。特に河田フェザーは、羽毛ふとんやダウンジャケットの回収を行い、回収された羽毛製品を高品質なリサイクル羽毛に精製します。循環フェスは2022年に京都で始まり、名古屋では今回が3回目の開催となります。
The unusual event “Speak the Will of the Muscles! Baki Rakugo Show,” a collaboration between the martial arts manga Baki and rakugo, will be held at Kataoka Byobu-ten on April 17, 2026.
Companies mentioned：マスケット合同会社、秋田書店、落語芸術協会
リブラン, which operates the soundproof rental apartment building brand Musision, and コンパッソ税理士法人 will jointly hold a seminar for landowners on inheritance and land use on April 17, 2026. The seminar will explain the FY Reiwa 8 tax reforms.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リブラン、コンパッソ税理士法人
株式会社ルミッション has begun offering a free “Strengths and Weaknesses Visualization Sheet” to help small and medium-sized business owners organize their companies’ strengths and weaknesses. The sheet supports clarifying competitive advantages and prioritizing areas for improvement.
株式会社テーブルクロス has partnered with 株式会社Reelu on byFood, a food experience booking service for visitors to Japan. The partnership aims to address shortages of multilingual guides and other personnel for local food experiences.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Reelu
COMAC and TSUMUGU have jointly developed an “AI-augmented SECI model” that uses AI to turn organizations’ tacit knowledge into an asset, and have begun offering the service.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本コミュニケーションアカデミー、株式会社TSUMUGU
Sapporo Real Estate Development will provide special support for the international basketball tournament FIBA 3x3 SHIBUYA CHALLENGER, held at Yebisu Garden Place, and host an intergenerational event at a nearby park.
Companies mentioned：FIBA（国際バスケットボール連盟）、渋谷区、一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン、一般社団法人渋谷区スポーツ協会、3XS（トライクロス）事務局
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen will hold its Summer Tea Garden Sweets Buffet from June 1, 2026.
A new radio program hosted by the comedy duo Marie Marie will begin airing on ラジオ関西 and YouTube from April 4, 2026.
Companies mentioned：吉本興業、ラジオ関西、トイズハート
株式会社FoundingBase will launch new products including yellowfin tuna marinated in yangnyeom sauce, made with yellowfin tuna from Toyo Town, Kochi Prefecture, at Roadside Station Toyo Town from April 4, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社FoundingBase
株式会社けっこんものがたり will expand its largest-ever switching campaign for people left without a matchmaking service following the shutdown of a major provider, waiving activity support fees to 0 yen. The campaign runs through June 30, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社けっこんものがたり、ゼクシィ縁結び
In Yoshida district, Takebe-cho, Kita Ward, Okayama City, an aging population and a shortage of agricultural workers have become serious challenges, putting farming at a crossroads. To address these issues, Yoshida Farm, which supports the community, is partnering with Okayama City to recruit 1 community development cooperation team member. Through sharing information, organizing hands-on programs, and providing employment and farming consultations, the team member will connect people inside and outside the community, promote the area’s appeal from the agricultural front lines, and work toward sustainable revitalization. Applicants must live outside Okayama City. Applications are being accepted through May 29, Reiwa 8.
株式会社トーヨーキッチンスタイル will launch 5 new products from the New York-born interior brand JONATHAN ADLER on April 10, 2026. The collection features items that blend classic and modern styles.
Companies mentioned：JONATHAN ADLER
Yokohama Vanilla, a gift sweets brand from Yokohama, will hold its first limited-time pop-up store at Ecute Omiya, the shopping complex inside the ticket gates of JR Omiya Station, from April 6 to May 10, 2026. Products on sale will include Salt Vanilla Financiers (3-piece box, 1,100 yen; 6-piece box, 2,160 yen) and Salt Vanilla Creamy Sablés (8-piece box, 1,550 yen; 16-piece box, 2,970 yen). During the event, customers who buy 2 boxes of the 6-piece Salt Vanilla Financiers gift box will receive 1 special “Banimaru” sticker, School Entrance Ceremony version. The brand offers products ideal as gifts for loved ones or treats for oneself, as well as for business trips and visits home. Its Salt Vanilla Financier is also recognized by Guinness World Records™.
Original株式会社movが「大江戸温泉物語」のGoogleマップ口コミ分析レポートを公開。平均評価は★3.61で、温泉などの設備面が高く評価されている。
Companies mentioned：大江戸温泉物語
Independent watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin has unveiled the limited-edition ThinKing Mystery, based on an ultra-thin mechanical watch measuring 1.65mm.
Companies mentioned：Konstantin Chaykin
Hotel Metropolitan's cuisine, Est, will begin serving a limited-time gourmet course featuring early-summer seasonal ingredients on May 7, 2026.
OriginalAladdin Xは、日本マクドナルドが2026年4月10日より期間限定で販売するハッピーセット「サンリオキャラクターズ」と連動したオンラインゲーム『サンリオキャラクターズのハッピースイカゲーム』を開発・提供します。このゲームは、昨年好評だった「ハローキティのハッピースイカゲーム」をパワーアップさせたもので、ハッピーセットのおもちゃに登場するサンリオキャラクターズが多数登場します。購入者限定で楽しめる本ゲームは、おもちゃの箱の二次元コードからアクセスし、スマートフォンでプレイ可能です。第1弾から第3弾まで配信期間が設定されており、各期間で異なるキャラクターが登場します。
TOKYO BAY STORY will hold the “Premium Wine Seminar for Adults” on May 3, 2026, for single men and women aged 50 and older in the Kanto region.
Companies mentioned：TOKYO BAY STORY
Pension information service “Pension Navi” has released a simulator that graphs the “break-even point” at which cumulative pension benefits from early or delayed claiming overtake one another. It visually shows which claiming age is more advantageous depending on life expectancy.
Companies mentioned：厚生労働省
monoDuki LLC supported Kagoshima Prefectural Ichiki Agricultural High School in developing digital talent and transitioning to smart agriculture as a designated DX High School. Through hands-on support spanning equipment selection, lesson and lecture planning, and implementation, it provided practical learning that enables students to use digital technology as a “self-directed capability.” The initiative aims to serve as a reference model for promoting digital transformation in education.
Rough Career and ラーニングス have partnered to launch “Student Guild Publishing,” a publishing support service specializing in new graduate recruitment.
Companies mentioned：ラーニングス株式会社、株式会社マイナビ（マイナビキャリアリサーチLab）
Drawing course provider Palmy has launched a limited-time campaign offering a Kotobukiya hand model to new subscribers to long-term plans.
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルミー、株式会社壽屋（コトブキヤ）
“Minna no Kenko Juku,” which shares medical information, has launched the new show “Genki Station” on audio streaming service Artistspoken. The program combines medical knowledge with entertainment and also supports mental health.
Companies mentioned：社会医療法人財団 石心会、株式会社博報堂、第二川崎幸クリニック