# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-05 15:00–18:00 JST One place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Japan, 24 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link. ## [Free admission] Campus tour with current Toyo University students! Open campus for elementary school students to be held at Hakusan Campus on Saturday, May 30 - Published: 2026-04-06T02:10:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000175789.html - anchor: #n47325 - Companies mentioned: 東洋大学、NPO法人Pendemyデジタル教育ラボ Pendemy Co., Ltd. will hold an open campus for elementary school students at 東洋大学 on May 30. The hands-on event will be guided by university students. ## From knowledge-heavy education to education focused on critical thinking - Published: 2026-04-06T02:08:19+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000159661.html - anchor: #n47326 株式会社言葉の森 has revamped its Japanese Composition Certification, which combines AI evaluation with its proprietary algorithm. The initiative aims to ease teachers’ workloads and foster students’ critical thinking through objective assessment. ## [Cerezo Osaka] Osaka-born 3-piece rock band Hump Back to make an appearance! - Published: 2026-04-06T02:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000288.000035196.html - anchor: #n47329 - Companies mentioned: 京都サンガF.C. Cerezo Osaka announced that Osaka-born band Hump Back will appear and give a special performance at the Kyoto match on April 18 at YANMAR HANASAKA STADIUM. ## “Chiropino” x Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA collaboration campaign launches April 29 (Wednesday, public holiday)! - Published: 2026-04-06T02:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000108434.html - anchor: #n47328 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社極楽湯、株式会社GK Marketing、YouTube A collaboration campaign with popular YouTube gaming streamer group “ちろぴの” will launch April 29 at 10 Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA group locations. Limited-edition merchandise and collaboration baths will be offered. ## [New release] 3D action RPG Mochiko The Samurai set for official Steam release in April | 中村優花 (former SKE48) to voice a character - Published: 2026-04-06T02:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000131962.html - anchor: #n47327 - Companies mentioned: 『Mochiko The Samurai』制作委員会、Steam The 3D action RPG Mochiko The Samurai, created by a Syria-born developer, will be released on Steam on April 10. Former SKE48 member 中村優花 will voice a main character. ## [登別石水亭] How about some ice cream after your bath? - Published: 2026-04-06T01:47:56+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001921.000019483.html - anchor: #n47330 登別石水亭 has launched a complimentary “post-bath ice cream service” for guests. An ice cream corner has been set up on the 8th-floor public bath area of the Shinobukan, offering 4 flavors: cola, soda, melon soda and lemon soda. The service is available from 12:00 to 22:00 and can be used by day visitors as well as overnight guests. ## Sharing the appeal of Miyajidake from the roadside station through food expertise! - Published: 2026-04-06T01:45:49+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000142608.html - anchor: #n47331 - Companies mentioned: みつばちラジオ Amakusa City is recruiting new community development cooperation team members and interns. The initiative aims to showcase the region’s appeal across a range of fields, including dolphin research and indie games. ## [Okayama University] Okayama University holds Reiwa 8 fiscal year appointment ceremony - Published: 2026-04-06T01:40:34+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003913.000072793.html - anchor: #n47332 - Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学 Okayama University held its Reiwa 8 fiscal year appointment ceremony on April 1, 2026. President 那須保友 presented appointment notices to newly appointed deputy executive directors, department heads and others. ## [Okayama University] Partner recruitment opens for the April 2026 term of the industry-academia collaboration program “Okayama University Open Innovation Challenge” - Published: 2026-04-06T01:31:46+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003912.000072793.html - anchor: #n47333 - Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、日本学術振興会、内閣府、文部科学省 Okayama University has begun recruiting partners for its industry-academia collaboration program, the “Okayama University Open Innovation Challenge,” for the April 2026 term. The initiative aims to create new businesses and develop talent by drawing on the university’s expertise. ## [Tokyo Great Bears] Qualified for the 2025-26 Daido Life SV.LEAGUE MEN CHAMPIONSHIP - Published: 2026-04-06T01:30:07+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000102802.html - anchor: #n47334 東京グレートベアーズ secured a place in the 2025-26 Daido Life SV.LEAGUE MEN CHAMPIONSHIP after the results of its April 5, 2026 game confirmed it would finish in the top 6 of the regular season. The professional volleyball team was formed in June 2022 following the suspension of FC Tokyo’s volleyball team. The team is asking fans to continue their support and encouragement. ## B2 Fukuoka | Close game went down to a foul game, but a heartbreaking loss just out of reach - Published: 2026-04-06T01:16:39+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000449.000035567.html - anchor: #n47318 - Companies mentioned: ライジングゼファーフクオカ、鹿児島レブナイズ、B.LEAGUE In the B.LEAGUE 2025-26 season, ライジングゼファーフクオカ lost a close game to 鹿児島レブナイズ, 79-82. ## Women’s golf: Star-studded field of top competitors! The 富士フイルム・スタジオアリス女子オープン2026 will be broadcast live daily on 日テレジータス, from the latter holes of the 1st day on Friday, April 10 through the final day! - Published: 2026-04-06T01:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001208.000009198.html - anchor: #n47321 - Companies mentioned: 富士フイルム、スタジオアリス、日テレジータス、JLPGA The women’s golf 富士フイルム・スタジオアリス女子オープン2026 begins April 10 and will be broadcast live daily on CS channel 日テレジータス. ## [ネイティブキャンプ留学] Language school Joyful Education launches 2027 parent-child study abroad promotion - Published: 2026-04-06T01:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001093.000012419.html - anchor: #n47320 - Companies mentioned: Joyful Education、T-Shine Hotel 株式会社ネイティブキャンプ will run a 2027 parent-child study abroad promotion at Joyful Education, a language school on Cebu Island in the Philippines, through its overseas study abroad agency ネイティブキャンプ留学. Discounts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. ## Latest volume in the “Anthropocene” series, with cumulative sales of more than 570,000 copies! Kohei Saito’s The Anthropocene Apocalypse goes on sale from 集英社 on Monday, April 6 - Published: 2026-04-06T01:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000867.000011454.html - anchor: #n47319 - Companies mentioned: 集英社 The latest book by prominent economic thinker Kohei Saito, The Anthropocene Apocalypse, will be released by 集英社 on April 6, 2026. ## Hawaii wedding photography specialist with a cumulative 30,000 couples served unveils its first garden plan, offering 2-location shoots at a fully private garden and beach from a launch special price of 259,000 yen - Published: 2026-04-06T00:51:05+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000051762.html - anchor: #n47312 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社アメリカンホリデーズ、リクルートブライダル総研 American Holidays, specializing in Hawaii wedding photography, has announced its first 2-location shoot plan at a fully private garden and beach. The new plan is available from a launch special price of 259,000 yen, and a full wedding ceremony plan in the garden is launching at the same time. ## [Sapporo Jozankei Onsen Shogetsu Grand Hotel] New plan: Official-site exclusive offer for N Point members. Use 1000 points or more for 5% off and 2 times the points back for a great-value stay! - Published: 2026-04-06T00:23:50+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001920.000019483.html - anchor: #n47313 ## [15-minute walk from Kamoi Station] Storage facility “スペラボ横浜鴨居店” to open on May 1, 2026! - Published: 2026-04-06T00:10:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000712.000062166.html - anchor: #n47314 The storage facility “スペラボ横浜鴨居店” will open in Kamoi, Midori Ward, Yokohama, on May 1, 2026. A special discounted rental rate is currently available as part of the opening campaign. ## Enzo Kei - Published: 2026-04-05T16:56:36+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://enzokei.com - anchor: #n47322 Enzo Kei’s personal page. It is currently “Under construction” and includes numerous links to social media and platforms such as Amazon, Apple Music, GitHub, Instagram and YouTube. ## Minimalist Bookkeeping: Travel Ledger - The Simplest Bookkeeping App - Published: 2026-04-05T16:25:37+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://miniexpense.com - anchor: #n47317 “極簡記帳：旅行帳簿” is a free iOS finance app featuring visual charts, support for multiple currencies and travel ledger functions. The free version includes one travel ledger, while the paid version offers unlimited travel ledgers, travel maps, a travel memories center and other advanced features. ## kuma-academy.org - Published: 2026-04-05T16:20:55+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://kuma-academy.org - anchor: #n47316 Based on its domain name, kuma-academy.org is likely related to education, possibly a learning institution or online education platform calling itself an “academy.” However, the provided text contains no specific information. ## InsightFab — AI Process Analysis Platform - Published: 2026-04-05T16:00:15+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://insightfabapp.com - anchor: #n47315 InsightFab is an AI-powered process analysis platform that delivers substantial cost savings of up to 92% compared with Minitab and JMP. While Minitab/JMP costs $1,495–$1,610 USD per year, InsightFab is available for $119 USD per year or $9.9 USD per month for the individual plan at the early-bird price. It offers 42 analysis tools, AI-powered root cause diagnosis and automated reporting. The free plan allows 10 uses per month, the individual plan allows 120 uses, and the team plan costs $49 USD per month for up to 5 people. Copyright was registered in 2025. ## [漢克嚴選HANKMART] Specializing in top-quality meats from around the world, ready to challenge your taste buds! - Published: 2026-04-05T15:52:33+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://hankmart.com.tw - anchor: #n47311 漢克嚴選HANKMART is a company offering top-quality meats and fresh and frozen ingredients carefully selected from around the world. Guided by its core principle of “integrity,” the company provides customers with a variety of high-quality products, including American beef, Japanese Wagyu and Australian Wagyu, through strict quality control and specialized freezing technology. It conducts thorough quality inspections with the aim of delivering the finest ingredients to customers. The company is operated by 漢羊坊有限公司. ## trainge.com - Published: 2026-04-05T15:25:45+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://trainge.com - anchor: #n47310 Based on its domain name, trainge.com may be a coined word combining “train” (training, train) with “range” or “exchange.” A service related to training, travel, or some kind of exchange platform is conceivable, but details are unclear because no article text was provided. ## 說說花 Colorflower Say - Be your own light, let colors and flowers tell your life story - Published: 2026-04-05T15:08:23+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: crawl-check://colorflower-say-site.lovable.app - anchor: #n47309 Information on the launch and publication of the website for the healing brand 「說說花 Colorflower Say」, which uses colors and flowers.