OriginalVTuber事務所『Million Production(ミリプロ)』初のオリジナル全体楽曲『Mile Stone』デジタル配信リリース！同時に新規音楽レーベル『Million RECORDS』設立！
OriginalVTuber事務所「ミリプロ」が2026年4月5日に初のオリジナル全体楽曲「Mile Stone」を配信リリースしました。同時に新規音楽レーベル「Million RECORDS」の設立も発表されました。
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Case study: DMM.com | 90 videos produced in 4 months. Fully performance-based short-video ad campaign records approximately 400% growth in CVs during a specific period
Yaaha Co., Ltd. provided fully performance-based TikTok ad management and short-video production for DMM.com’s “DMM TV,” producing more than 90 videos in 4 months. The campaign recorded approximately 400% growth in CVs.
Companies mentioned：合同会社DMM.com
Covers Consumer Affairs Agency enforcement cases across all industries! Major update to “ad-vis,” an advertising compliance-check app developed by lawyers
Originalユニヴィス法律事務所は、広告適法性チェックアプリ「ad-vis」の大型アップデートを実施し、全業界対応となるカテゴリの新設や業界ごとの分析機能を強化した。
Companies mentioned：ユニヴィス法律事務所
For an energy boost while thinking! Introducing the new “Lipovitan Jelly Performance”!
Original大正製薬は、ブドウ糖30gとカフェイン80mgを配合した新製品「リポビタンゼリー パフォーマンス」を2026年4月7日（火）に全国で発売します。本製品は、考える時のエネルギー摂取におすすめの清涼飲料水（ゼリー飲料）で、冷涼感のあるシャキッとラムネ風味です。希望小売価格は216円（消費税込）で、1袋（160g）当たり150kcalのエネルギー、ビタミンB1、B2、B6、クエン酸も配合されています。
“Translation that gets the message across” for professionals: Blue One and Yellow Blue, proponents of AI Translation 2.0, raise 70 million yen in seed funding
Yellow Blue株式会社, which operates Blue One, an AI translation service for professionals, raised 70 million yen in a seed round led by mint社.
Companies mentioned：Yellow Blue株式会社、mint社
Major update to version 2.5.0 of TeCoBOT, an automated UI testing tool for smartphone app development — UI improvements and easier log checks make test operations even more efficient
株式会社三恵クリエス released version 2.5.0 of TeCoBOT, an automated UI testing tool for smartphone apps. UI improvements and faster access to logs make test operations more efficient.
Companies mentioned：株式会社三恵クリエス
Launch of OptiMagic, a service supporting optimization operations
日鉄ソリューションズ Chubu has launched OptiMagic, a business support service that uses mathematical optimization and generative AI. The service supports the digital transformation of complex planning operations across all industries.
Companies mentioned：日鉄ソリューションズ中部株式会社、日鉄ソリューションズ
[Webinar] April 9 (Thu.) [2026 Edition] Learn from case studies: How to find data buried within your organization in 10 seconds
Panasonic Digital Co., Ltd. will hold a free webinar on April 9, 2026, titled “How to Manage Data and Find Information Buried Within Your Organization in 10 Seconds.” The seminar aims to improve the searchability of internal data distributed across multiple storage services, including Box and SharePoint, helping boost productivity and achieve digital transformation. It is aimed at corporate representatives facing data management challenges and will be held online.
Thank you for 10 years. “ＫＩＴＴＥ博多 10th Anniversary” celebration!
ＫＩＴＴＥ博多 will mark its 10th anniversary in April 2026 and hold celebratory events from April 13 to May 10. The program includes limited-time menu items, PayPay rewards and a prize drawing.
Companies mentioned：日本郵政不動産株式会社、ＪＰビルマネジメント株式会社、PayPay
Original20～50代の約半数が運動習慣なし！50代の6割、40代の4割以上が「健診で指摘・予備軍判定」！指摘項目1位「コレステロール・中性脂肪」2位「肥満」
Saraya Co., Ltd. surveyed 500 men and women aged 20 to 50 about health and sugar intake to coincide with a packaging refresh for Lakanto S. The survey found that about half do not exercise regularly, and revealed strong interest in restricting sugar as well as how sweeteners are used.
Announcement of a “TABETE” × “Pollet” tie-in campaign
A business-matching initiative by Linklet has brought together food-sharing service TABETE and mail-in purchasing service Pollet for a tie-up. The campaign promotes the SDGs and raises awareness of reuse.
Companies mentioned：Linklet株式会社、株式会社コークッキング、株式会社オズビジョン
Orders open for trading acrylic stands featuring ending scenes from the TV anime Fruits Basket and more! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on March 31 through its online store AMNIBUS for original merchandise, including acrylic stands, based on the TV anime Fruits Basket.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Orders open for merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations by “くるみつ” for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, as well as items in the Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Special Moves version!
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun taking orders for new merchandise based on Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road through the online store AMNIBUS. The products feature newly drawn illustrations by illustrator “くるみつ.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、レベルファイブ
[Free, limited to the first 5 companies] Yulie LLC creates custom Klaviyo automation flow plans in Figma for e-commerce businesses | Free CRM plans that show at a glance “what to automate”
Yulie LLC has launched a campaign offering free, individually tailored Klaviyo automation flow plans created in Figma for e-commerce businesses, limited to the first 5 companies. The campaign includes 6 customized automation flows, such as welcome and abandoned-cart flows, designed to suit each company’s industry and products. Shopify-based e-commerce businesses considering the introduction or review of CRM and email automation can receive support at no cost. The plans are delivered about a week after application and help visualize the overall picture before implementation. Representative Toshima Munakata commented that CRM results depend significantly on “design.”
Orders open for trading wobbly acrylic stands featuring chibi characters in the Zodiac version from the TV anime Fruits Basket and more! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun taking orders through the online store AMNIBUS for original merchandise featuring the “Chibi Characters: Zodiac Version” from the TV anime Fruits Basket.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
株式会社Linc President Nak Shiyou publishes first book, 『選ばれない国ニッポン』, through 幻冬舎
株式会社Linc President Shiyou Naka has published his first book, 『選ばれない国ニッポン』, through 幻冬舎. The book outlines the challenges Japan faces in attracting foreign talent and proposes measures to address them.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Linc、幻冬舎、株式会社INGS
Orders open for trading acrylic stands featuring panels from the original manga 『絶対BLになる世界VS絶対BLになりたくない男』 and more! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun taking orders through the online store AMNIBUS for 4 types of original merchandise based on the manga 『絶対BLになる世界VS絶対BLになりたくない男』.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Make informed decisions about fertility treatment! New “LOX test” visualizes “pregnancy potential” based on the condition of cells in the blood [Tennoji Ekimae Naare Ladies Clinic]
Tennoji Ekimae Naare Ladies Clinic has introduced the new LOX test, which measures “natural pregnancy potential” using aging cells in the blood. The test supports patients in making well-informed treatment choices as they try to conceive.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TL Genomics、株式会社ドロキア・オラシイタ、国立循環器病研究センター、大阪公立大学
Orders open for trading badges featuring scenes from the TV anime Fruits Basket, trading illustrated scene cards and more! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on March 31 through the online store AMNIBUS for original merchandise based on the TV anime Fruits Basket.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
[Joyo Junior Chamber] Urban Sports Festa to be held April 19; rain date April 26
一般社団法人城陽青年会議所 will hold the Urban Sports Festa at アル・プラザ城陽 on April 19, 2026.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人城陽青年会議所、アル・プラザ城陽、LEAPS、Step Up
Men’s apparel brand mù_: “We didn’t set out to make a jacket.” Brand launches its first jacket, inspired by its passion for fabric
Tokyo’s Jingumae-based men’s apparel brand mù_ will launch its first jacket, the ROUND HEM JACKET, on Friday, April 10, 2026. The jacket was developed with inspiration from the TC fabric also used in the brand’s signature EASY TROUSERS. To mark the launch, a POPUP STORE will be held at Futako-Tamagawa Tsutaya Electrics E-room1 for 3 days, from Friday, April 10, through Sunday, April 12, 2026. The item will be available at the mù_online store, mù_lab. and the POPUP STORE venue. Guided by the concept “Clothing is made from fabric,” mù_ creates products with a focus on materials.
Orders open for collaboration items featuring the anime Bocchi the Rock! and “上倉エク”! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on March 30 through the online store AMNIBUS for collaboration merchandise featuring the anime Bocchi the Rock! and illustrator 上倉エク.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Orders open for Eren Botania Vol. 2 clear multi-cases and more from the TV anime Attack on Titan! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun accepting orders for items including the second Botania series clear multi-case from the TV anime Attack on Titan on its online store AMNIBUS.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
CLASKA Furniture: A companion for a new start. Launching HOIM HOME GOODS, a new series of small furnishings that make the most of the “gaps” in everyday life
株式会社クラスカ has launched HOIM HOME GOODS, a new series of lightweight small furnishings under its original furniture brand HOIM, through its official online shop.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クラスカ、Hotel CLASKA
Orders open for various products featuring newly drawn Black Outfit ver. Ani-Art aqua label designs from Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun accepting orders for 12 types of original merchandise from the anime Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun on its online store AMNIBUS.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Orders open for Trading Aure Glass acrylic magnets and more from Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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Orders open for the second collection of Trading Acrylic Cards featuring newly drawn Fight from Behind ver. designs from the TV anime Attack on Titan! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
AMNIBUS, the e-commerce site operated by Almar Bianca, has begun accepting orders for the second collection of newly drawn merchandise from the TV anime Attack on Titan.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Orders open for Trading Botania Wobbling Acrylic Stands, Trading Botania B8 Rigid Cases and more from PriPara! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun accepting orders on its online store AMNIBUS for 7 types of original Botania series merchandise from the anime PriPara. The items feature botanical designs suited to everyday use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Hakone Venetian Glass Museum celebrates its 30th anniversary over Golden Week. Limited-time events include live sales demonstrations of Byzantine mosaic accessories by a master artisan visiting Japan from Italy for the first time, and an artwork appreciation guide for parents and children!
To mark its 30th anniversary, Hakone Venetian Glass Museum will hold live sales demonstrations of Byzantine mosaic accessories by an Italian master artisan and a special exhibition event during Golden Week.
Companies mentioned：株式会社箱根ガラスの森リゾート、フィリピーニ＆パオレッティ社
A beginner’s guide to mythology, full of the joy of exploring “the origins of Japan”: The Easiest-to-Understand Kojiki goes on sale April 8.
Daiwashobo will publish The Easiest-to-Understand Kojiki by Kikuko Hirafuji on April 8, 2026. The book clearly explains Japanese mythology and origins in a modern-language translation.
Survey examines diversification at 65 semiconductor and electronic components companies; free report outlines structural challenges and next steps
Archetype Inc. has released a free report examining diversification at 65 companies in the semiconductor and electronic components industries. It analyzes structural challenges behind stalled PoCs and the turning points for commercialization.
Orders open for Trading Acrylic Stands and more featuring newly drawn Lace Kimono ver. designs from The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on its online store AMNIBUS on March 30 for 14 products featuring newly drawn Lace Kimono ver. designs from The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls. The lineup includes Trading Acrylic Stands, Acrylic Cards, Glitter Can Badges, die-cut stickers, illustration cards, multi desk mats, extra-large and BIG acrylic stands, 100mm can badges, and B8 rigid cases. Prices start at 880 yen per item, and a reservation purchase bonus is also available.
Orders open for Trading Acrylic Coasters and more featuring newly drawn Fight from Behind × Rain ver. designs from the TV anime Blue Lock! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on its online store AMNIBUS on March 30 for 8 types of original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from the TV anime Blue Lock.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
PET tape priced at about 10,000 yen sells out in 16 minutes
Original個人ブランド「nene_hope_heart」が、1本9,800円のPETテープ「Strawberry Jewel」を5月1日にCHOOSEBASE SHIBUYAで発売します。
Companies mentioned：CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA、西武渋谷店
Nagasaki Sash Industry × 長崎大学: Trademark registration completed and logo decided for SoraWing (ソラウィング), a high-rise window-cleaning robot
Nagasaki Sash Industry has completed trademark registration and chosen a brand logo for SoraWing (ソラウィング), a high-rise window-cleaning robot being jointly developed with 長崎大学. The project aims to improve cleaning safety as buildings grow taller.
Companies mentioned：長崎大学
[Social media support] Turn views into “sales.” 株式会社pamxy releases its 3-part TikTok practical toolkit for free, covering everything from the latest algorithm to exit strategies and analysis methods
Original株式会社pamxyは、TikTok運用における「再生数と利益の乖離」を解消し、投資対効果（ROI）を最大化させるための『TikTokビジネス成長ツール3部作』を本日一挙公開した。本パッケージは、累計登録者250万人超の運用実績に基づき、2026年最新アルゴリズム攻略からデータに基づいた改善手法までを体系化したもの。公開資料は「【攻略】最新アルゴリズム解説 ＆ バズ創出チェックリスト」「【戦略】再生を『売上』に変える3つの鉄則ガイド」「【分析】TikTokインサイト分析チェックシート」の3部作で構成される。pamxyは戦略立案からクリエイティブ制作・投稿管理・分析改善までをワンストップで提供し、ビジネス成果に直結するアカウント運営を支援。同社は2019年9月27日に設立され、代表者は代表取締役CEO 西江健司。
—For social issue improvements by Yuki Takeuchi of the Points Organization— New patent obtained following the 8th patent allowance (current allowance rate for filed applications: 100%): “A new patent to discover and connect the value of famous people” (Patent No. 7837527)
Yuki Takeuchi, representative of 株式会社ポイント機構, has obtained a new patent (Patent No. 7837527) for circulating the value of celebrities’ likenesses, voices and other attributes. It offers a new system for handling people’s value in a manner similar to an e-commerce site.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Kトラスト
◆Participant benefits available◆ Free in-person seminar on the Waste Management and Public Cleansing Law for new staff: event announcement
株式会社ジャルク will hold an in-person “Waste Management and Public Cleansing Law Basics Seminar” for new staff on May 21. The seminar will explain the proper treatment of industrial waste and compliance.
エース株式会社 re-enters the Southeast Asian market, opening its first store at Mitsukoshi BGC in the Philippines on April 8 and expanding operations across 3 countries
Originalエース株式会社はコロナ禍による縮小を経て、東南アジア市場への事業再進出を本格化します。フィリピンでは合弁会社を設立し、2026年4月8日に「三越BGC」に初店舗を開設予定です。シンガポールとマレーシアでも子会社を設立し、それぞれ2025年8月に再設立および設立済みで、順次店舗展開を進め、複数のブランドを展開します。
Original【DMM Factory】TVアニメ『新テニスの王子様』 × 「ラウンドワン」コラボキャンペーン第4弾を4月1日（水）より開催！
Original合同会社DMM.comの「DMM Factory」と株式会社ラウンドワンジャパンは、TVアニメ『新テニスの王子様』とのコラボキャンペーン第4弾を2026年4月1日より開催します。全国のラウンドワン店舗では、カラオケコラボルーム、コラボパックの販売、限定コースター付きコラボメニューが提供されます。オリジナルグッズはラウンドワン10店舗とDMM通販で販売され、DMM通販での予約受付は2026年4月1日12:00から5月6日23:59までです。また、アミューズメント体験特典として、500円以上の連続投入でオリジナルA5クリアファイルがもらえます。
Prizes from EASTBOY, a classic schoolgirl brand, are here! 3 items, including a mini pouch featuring the Statue of Liberty embroidery, launch at Molly Fantasy and PALO on Saturday, April 11
Aeon Fantasy will begin rolling out exclusive prizes featuring EASTBOY, a brand popular with teenage girls, at Molly Fantasy and other locations nationwide from April 11.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イオンファンタジー、EASTBOY
First location in the Chugoku region! Crane game arcade “Crane Yokocho Kiwami Sakaiminato” grand opens on Friday, April 24
Aeon Fantasy Co., Ltd. will grand open the crane game arcade “Crane Yokocho Kiwami Sakaiminato” in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, on April 24, 2026. It will be the first location in the Chugoku region and the 4th nationwide. The arcade will have about 190 crane game machines, with plays starting at 10 yen. It will also introduce the LINE mini app “Yokocho Tegata—Yokopass,” enabling cashless payments and point management. Aeon Fantasy operates 1,316 locations in Japan, China and ASEAN countries, and has capital of 1.824 billion yen.
Make decisions on adopting inspection, surveying and disaster-prevention solutions in one go with on-site and remote demonstrations. Free industrial drone demonstration seminar to be held for the first time in Gifu on Tuesday, April 28
Original株式会社セキドはプロクルーと共催で、4月28日に岐阜県で「産業用ドローン無料実演セミナー」を初開催する。点検や測量などへの活用方法を解説し、遠隔実演も実施。
Companies mentioned：株式会社セキド、株式会社プロクルー、DJI
GACKT to make a special appearance! Final episode of 2.5D talent group SIXFONIA’s show “SIXFONIA Nico Live” to stream live on Nico Nico from 20:00 on Saturday, April 11
Dwango will livestream the final episode of 2.5D group SIXFONIA’s show “SIXFONIA Nico Live” on Nico Nico Live on April 11. GACKT will appear as a guest.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドワンゴ、シクフォニ（グループ）
[Hokkaido only] “Big Onigiri with Rausu Kelp and Mountain Wasabi Mayonnaise,” made with early-harvest kelp from southern Hokkaido, arrives
Seven-Eleven Japan will launch “Big Onigiri with Rausu Kelp and Mountain Wasabi Mayonnaise” exclusively in Hokkaido from April 7. The product uses previously underutilized early-harvest kelp, helping reduce food waste and lower the price.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン
Celebrating the 60th anniversary of Kyukamura Irago! A 2-month-only “Cherry Bream Fair” begins April 1, offering an all-you-can-eat selection of 6 dishes featuring seasonal cherry bream delivered directly from 渥美魚市場 at the standard buffet
Resort hotel Kyukamura Irago will mark its 60th anniversary with a buffet fair beginning April 1 and running for 2 months only, featuring an all-you-can-eat selection of 6 dishes made with wild cherry bream delivered directly from 渥美魚市場.
Companies mentioned：渥美魚市場
SWEET STEADY celebrates its 2nd anniversary with 10,000 fans at Makuhari Messe; first solo arena show also announced as a surprise
Idol group “SWEET STEADY” held a 2nd-anniversary concert at Makuhari Messe, drawing 10,000 fans over 2 days.
Companies mentioned：KAWAII LAB.、アソビシステム
Survey on “First Cars” and “Driving with Children” 2026: Music parents want to play when a baby fusses in the car—“Anpanman’s March” ranked No. 2, but what was No. 1? And more (Part 5)
Originalソニー損害保険は、2026年2月20日から2月24日の5日間、18歳～39歳で3年以内にマイカーを購入した男女1,000名を対象に「はじめてのマイカー」と「子どもとのドライブ」に関するインターネット調査を実施しました。調査結果では、助手席に乗ってほしい芸能人やアニメ・漫画のキャラクター、ドライブ中に赤ちゃんがぐずった際にかけたい音楽などが発表されています。男性回答では浜辺美波さん、女性回答では木村拓哉さんが助手席に乗ってほしい芸能人の1位でした。また、男女ともに「ドラえもん」が助手席に乗ってほしいアニメ・漫画のキャラクターの1位となりました。ドライブ中に赤ちゃんがぐずった際にかけたい音楽では、「POISON〜言いたい事も言えないこんな世の中は〜」と「アンパンマンのマーチ」が同率1位でした。
“Shabu Shabu Dontei” refreshes its weekday lunchtime-only daily lunch menu, available until 16:00! Includes free-refill rice for ¥980 (¥1,078 including tax–)
Shabu Shabu Dontei will refresh its daily lunch menu, available on weekdays until 16:00, from April 3, 2026. The new hot pot meal sets come with rice and pickles, with prices starting at ¥980 (¥1,078 including tax). A new value drink bar set is available for ¥1,200 including tax.
Original【新刊情報】全編英訳付き！『英訳&千代紙72枚付き 日本のおりがみ』が2026年4月6日（月）より予約開始。贈り物や日本文化の紹介にぴったりの1冊
Saito-sha Co., Ltd. opened preorders on April 6, 2026, for “Japanese Origami,” featuring English translations throughout. It comes with 72 sheets of premium chiyogami and is ideal for inbound visitors and introducing Japanese culture.
Original【L’IGNIS】初夏の薫風と薪火が奏でる10年の軌跡。自社熟成ドライエイジングビーフをメインに、旬の味覚を凝縮した「L’IGNIS 10th Anniversary Course」を5月限定で。
Ebisu wood-fired grill restaurant “L’IGNIS” will mark its 10th anniversary in May 2026. To celebrate, Global-Dining, Inc., which operates the restaurant, will offer a special full-course meal, the “L’IGNIS 10th Anniversary Course,” for 1 month only from May 1, 2026. The course costs ¥11,000 including tax, or ¥15,400 including tax with wine pairing.
Mirabo launches its maternal and child health handbook app “mila-e Oyako Techō” in Kanie Town, Aichi Prefecture
The maternal and child health handbook app “mila-e Oyako Techō,” developed by 株式会社ミラボ, has been adopted by 愛知県蟹江町 and will be available from April 6.
Companies mentioned：愛知県蟹江町、株式会社ミラボ
A drinkable acai bowl made with “100% fruit (＊1),” to enjoy anytime, anywhere! “Del Monte Pure Fruit Acai Bowl Taste” launches exclusively at Seven-Eleven!
Kikkoman Foods will launch “Del Monte Pure Fruit Acai Bowl Taste” exclusively at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide from April 14.
Companies mentioned：キッコーマン食品株式会社、株式会社セブン-イレブン・ジャパン
[千葉県市原市] Historic discovery! “Ōsashi” inscribed iron sword designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan;速報 exhibition opens at 市原歴史博物館
The “Ōsashi” inscribed iron sword, the oldest inscribed iron sword in Japan, excavated from Inaridai No. 1 Burial Mound in 千葉県市原市, has received a recommendation for designation as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. A速報 exhibition is being held at 市原歴史博物館.
Companies mentioned：千葉県市原市、市原歴史博物館、文化審議会
MagicPod releases AI agent-powered “Failure Analysis” feature
On April 5, 2026, MagicPod added an AI agent-powered “Failure Analysis” feature to its AI test automation platform. AI automatically investigates and reports the causes of test failures, reducing the workload of QA engineers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MagicPod
[Mother’s Day 2026] Say “Thank you, as always” with LINKA beauty products. LINKA introduces limited-time gift sets to brighten Mother’s Day.
Original美容ブランドLINKAを展開する株式会社アイビビッドは、2026年の母の日に向けた限定ギフトセットを発売する。「イオンフェイススチーマー」などが対象。
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイビビッド
Signs partnership agreement with Namerikawa City, Toyama Prefecture, on the use of generative AI
SDT Inc. and Namerikawa City, Toyama Prefecture, have signed a partnership agreement on the use of generative AI. Under the agreement, the parties will work to improve resident services through the introduction of an AI chatbot, streamline administrative work and develop digital talent. Namerikawa City is actively promoting digital transformation, having established the “Namerikawa City DX Promotion Plan” in March of Reiwa 5 and enacted the “Ordinance on Creating a Sustainable Community Through Digital Technology” in April of Reiwa 6. SDT’s generative AI service “Panorama AI” will serve as the partnership platform.
Original「新入社員が辞める」のは、Z世代のせいか、仕組みのせいか—離職率3%のパーソナルジムSTREAM、新卒入社半年で3名が店長に昇進
Original株式会社RIPPLEが運営するパーソナルジムSTREAMは、明確な数値基準に基づく昇進制度により離職率3%を実現。入社半年の新卒社員3名が店長に昇格した。
Companies mentioned：ホットペッパービューティーアカデミー
Sales begin for ScanPad100Pro, an AI portable scanner that dramatically boosts work efficiency
Original株式会社ASTROSQUAREは、AIポータブルスキャナー『ScanPad100Pro』を2026年4月5日よりMakuakeにて先行独占販売を開始しました。この製品は690gの軽量で、収納時の横幅は6.8cm、USB Type-C給電に対応しています。4K画質を上回る1600万画素、380DPIの高解像度で1秒スキャンが可能で、AIエンハンスメント機能も搭載しています。販売期間は2026年4月5日から5月30日までで、最大39%オフの先行予約特典が提供されます。
Supporting Japanese Companies’ Expansion into Vietnam from Start to Finish | 株式会社ニード Signs Strategic Business Partnership with 4 Local Companies
株式会社ニード has partnered with 4 local companies in Vietnam to launch a one-stop service supporting Japanese companies’ expansion into the country.
Companies mentioned：vina nide Co., Ltd.、Dragon Service & Investment Co., Ltd.、Brown Fish Co., Ltd.、EACH VIET NAM Co., Ltd.
Original【セブン‐イレブン限定】「にっこりーノ×サンリオキャラクターズ」オリジナルノベルティがもらえるキャンペーンが2026年4月9日(木)よりスタート！
OriginalQualiaの「にっこりーノ」とサンリオキャラクターズのコラボキャンペーンが2026年4月9日より全国のセブン‐イレブンで開始。
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンリオ、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン
Contemporary Artist Kosuke Motohashi’s Solo Exhibition “有象無常” Opens May 15 at Komyo-in, Tofukuji Temple, Kyoto
Contemporary artist Kosuke Motohashi’s solo exhibition “有象無常” will be held at Komyo-in, Tofukuji Temple, Kyoto, from May 15, 2026. New works and installations exploring the theme of “impermanence” will be on display.
Companies mentioned：スタジオ環、合同会社TOKYO SOCIETAL、京都東福寺 光明院
“At School, I’m the Only One Who Can’t Hear” — A 7-Month Journey Following Children, 1 in 1,000, to Air Nationwide on MBS’s “Jounetsu Tairiku”
The work of NPO Silent Voice, which is tackling the isolation of “deaf children,” said to number 1 in 1000, will air nationwide on MBS/TBS’s “Jounetsu Tairiku.”
Companies mentioned：MBS（株式会社毎日放送）、TBS、TVer
“Stage Plotting Should Be More Intuitive.” — Beta Version of “Snapplot,” a System Diagram Tool for Stages and Events, Launches; Registered Users Top 500 in 1 Month
株式会社インプラス has released the beta version of Snapplot, a system diagram creation tool for stages and events, and surpassed 500 registered users in 1 month.
Companies mentioned：株式会社インプラス、Blackmagic Design、Roland、Panasonic、SONY
“Love Comes First.” Aiful’s New TV Commercial, “Love Phantom Okami,” Begins Airing Nationwide on March 30
Aiful will begin airing the 29th installment in its TV commercial series, “Love Phantom Okami,” featuring Mao Daichi and Koki Konno, nationwide on March 30, 2026. A giveaway campaign will also be held on X.
Companies mentioned：アンカー・ジャパン
Aoba-BBT’s Attackers Business School to Hold “Japan-Taiwan International Co-Creation Program” for the First Time with a Leading Taiwanese MBA School
Aoba-BBT’s Attackers Business School will hold an international co-creation program for the first time in partnership with Taiwan’s CTBC Business School, with working adult students from Japan and Taiwan taking part.
Companies mentioned：中信金融管理学院、株式会社ハッチ・ワーク
The Spring Anime Everyone Is Talking About: “Botan Kamiina: The Drunken Appearance Is a Lily Flower,” a Coming-of-Age Story of Girls and Alcohol. Special Programs to Air Exclusively for Free on ABEMA Every Week Before and After Each Episode, Starting April 10!
ABEMA will air the special program “Botan Kamiina, A Conversation to Pair with Drinks” exclusively for free each week before and after episodes of the TV anime “Botan Kamiina: The Drunken Appearance Is a Lily Flower,” which begins airing on April 10.
Companies mentioned：秋田書店、スタジオ・ソワネ、上伊那ぼたん製作委員会
“Radio Choppit” Launches, Enabling Broadcasters and Podcasters to Create Short Videos with Subtitles from Audio
株式会社イー・トライアド and 15VISION have launched Radio Choppit, a service that generates short videos with subtitles from audio. The service supports social media outreach by podcasters and broadcasters.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イー・トライアド、15VISION、YouTube、Spotify
Integrated Platform “GPaaS” to Implement the National Policy of Shifting School Club Activities to Local Communities Officially Launches
アーシャルデザイン has launched GPaaS, an integrated platform supporting the shift of school club activities to local communities, and released the new bCLOUD app, among other products.
Companies mentioned：プラスクラス・スポーツ・インキュベーション株式会社
Ibaraki Prefecture to Hire 5 Principals, Including People from the Private Sector, Through en’s “Social Impact Recruitment Project”
エン株式会社 carried out Ibaraki Prefecture’s “Social Impact Recruitment Project” in August 2025, publicly recruiting principals for combined middle and high schools and other institutions. Of 672 applicants, 5 people, including candidates from the private sector, were selected as principals. Education Superintendent Yanagibashi of the Ibaraki Prefectural Board of Education stressed the importance of school management that responds to changing times. Newly appointed principal Shoji Ozawa said he aims to run schools where diverse people can live together, drawing on his approximately 40 years of experience at JICA.
An Essential Read for Avoiding Money Worries! “What I Wish I’d Known in My 20s About Money and Happiness” Goes on Sale April 8.
Daiwashobo will publish Ken Honda’s new book, “What I Wish I’d Known in My 20s About Money and Happiness,” on April 8, 2026. The book explores how to balance money and happiness.
Companies mentioned：株式会社大和書房
Japan’s First Integrated Database for Searching Microbial Species by Their Characteristics Developed and Released
As part of a NEDO-commissioned project, NITE has developed and released the Microorganism Selection Support Tool, an integrated database that lets users search for microbial species based on their characteristics. It combines approximately 67,000 microbial strain records from five major databases and integrates 7 types of characteristic information, including culture temperature and pH, enabling searches in Japanese. It is Japan’s first integrated database that allows users to search for microbial species by their characteristics, and was released on NITE’s Biological Resource Data Platform (DBRP) in February 2026. The database will enable researchers to efficiently find microorganisms with the characteristics they are interested in.
株式会社MadeHere to Exhibit at International Maritime Exhibition “Sea Japan 2026,” Proposing “Rapid Manufacturing of Discontinued Parts” to Address Long Lead Times
株式会社MadeHere will exhibit at the international maritime exhibition Sea Japan 2026, showcasing a rapid manufacturing service that recreates discontinued ship parts through 3D scanning and printing.
“UFO Senshi Dai Apolon 50th Anniversary Commemorative Collection” to Go on Limited Sale at 金きゃらじゃぱん in April
BICO・GHI株式会社 will release a limited-edition, 1g solid gold figurine, limited to 100 pieces, at 金きゃらじゃぱん on April 6, 2026, to mark the 50th anniversary of the start of the “UFO Senshi Dai Apolon” broadcast.
Companies mentioned：エイケン
シーシーエス to Hold an Exhibition of Automotive and Semiconductor Inspection Solutions for Customers in the Tokai Region
シーシーエス株式会社 will hold the private exhibition “CCS OpenWorld in Kariya 2026” for inspection solutions for the automotive and semiconductor industries in Aichi Prefecture on May 28 and 29, 2026.
Companies mentioned：シーシーエス株式会社
Ace Point, a Real Estate Company Specializing in Poker Rooms and Mahjong Parlors, Officially Registered as an “M&A Support Organization” by 中小企業庁. Expert Support for Business Succession in the Amusement Sector, Including the Transfer of Entertainment Business Permits
Ace Point, a real estate company specializing in amusement venues, has been registered as an M&A support organization by 中小企業庁. It provides business succession support with expert knowledge to navigate the hurdles of the Entertainment Business Act.
Companies mentioned：エースポイント株式会社、中小企業庁
マルエム商会 Makes Full-Scale Entry into the SiC Business
Technology trading company 株式会社マルエム商会 announced that it will make a full-scale entry into the silicon carbide (SiC) products business in collaboration with manufacturers in Japan and overseas. It will propose optimized procurement processes for the Japanese market, covering everything from wafers and chips to back-end processing.
Companies mentioned：アジア系SiCメーカー（企業名非公表）
Pan-Fried Spanish Mackerel with Butter in a Single Pan: Developed with Customer Participation to “Get Fish and Vegetables into Children’s Diets”
パルシステム生活協同組合連合会 will begin taking orders on Monday, April 6, for its new customer-developed product, “Cook with Vegetables! Rich and Savory Salted Butter-Fried Domestic Spanish Mackerel.” Made with domestically sourced Spanish mackerel, it is easy to prepare in a frying pan and designed to be appealing to children. It costs 498 yen (538 yen including tax) and can be kept frozen for 180 days. パルシステム埼玉 customers contributed to its development, considering the ingredients and ease of use with the aim of helping children overcome their dislike of fish.
[Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture] Opens Its Own Furusato Nozei Donation Website to Connect with People Who Support the City
Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture, launched its own hometown tax donation website, “Fukuoka Prefecture Itoshima City Hometown Support Donation Site,” on April 1. Donation administrator 株式会社スチームシップ is also supporting the initiative.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スチームシップ
[Event Report] The 9th Individual Investor Summit Held!
The 9th Individual Investor Summit was held at Akasaka Garden City on Saturday, March 21, 2026, and attracted more than 1,500 investors. Noted investor Takezo and 5 publicly listed companies took the stage, and the networking reception was also a success. The next event, the 10th Individual Investor Summit, is scheduled to be held in Akasaka on Saturday, May 30, 2026, with guests including DAIBOUCHOU. The event is organized by 株式会社IR Robotics.
[Spot Them at a Glance for a Satisfying Challenge♪] Full-color “Adult Brain-Training Spot-the-Difference Puzzles mini” Goes on Sale 4/6
株式会社大洋図書 released “Adult Brain-Training Spot-the-Difference Puzzles mini vol.8” on April 6, 2026. The book contains 80 brain-training puzzles designed to improve observation and concentration, in a portable A5 pocket edition. Priced at 660 yen (tax included), it offers brain training that can be enjoyed with family and friends.
Yuto Adachi’s 20th Anniversary as a Debut Artist × 笠間市’s 20th Anniversary: Hall Solo Concert Announced
株式会社ADACHI HOUSE will hold a charity solo concert at Kasama Public Hall on August 30, 2026, to celebrate Yuto Adachi’s 20th anniversary as a debut artist and 笠間市’s 20th anniversary as a city.
Companies mentioned：笠間市、一般社団法人笠間観光協会
[Early-Bird Discounts Available] Meta, Uber, Notion and Others to Take the Stage! Registration Opens for “AI DevEx Conference 2026 - Future of Development Productivity -”
Originalファインディ株式会社は、2026年7月22日・23日に「AI DevEx Conference 2026」を開催する。Meta、Uber、Notionなどが登壇し、AI時代の開発生産性と開発組織の未来について議論する。
Companies mentioned：Meta、Uber、Notion、ファインディ株式会社
国連大学 to Hold Launch Event for New LinkedIn Learning Professional Certificate Course
国連大学 is partnering with Microsoft and LinkedIn to hold a launch event on April 17 for the AI professional certificate “Responsible AI from a Global Perspective.”
Companies mentioned：国連大学、Microsoft、LinkedIn
ターキッシュ エアラインズ Launches New Timisoara Route, Its Fourth Destination in Romania
ターキッシュ エアラインズ launched a new route connecting Istanbul and Timisoara, Romania, in April 2026. With 5 flights per week, access to Romania and its European network will be further enhanced.
Companies mentioned：ターキッシュ エアラインズ
Face Recognition System “facet on-premises” Upgraded with Printer Integration, Enabling Authentication Information to Be Printed
株式会社バルテック updated its locally operated face recognition system “facet on-premises” and released a printer integration feature on April 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：エプソン
[Takashimaya] Announcement Regarding Official Partnership Agreement with Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido
Takashimaya Co., Ltd. and 北海道東川町 have signed an official partnership agreement. Through the sale of local specialties and human resource development, they aim to revitalize the region and create new value.
Companies mentioned：北海道東川町
Free Event “Let’s Find Everyone’s Peace” in Musashino City on May 5 (Tue., public holiday)
Pal System and the Japan Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons will hold “Let’s Find Everyone’s Peace,” a free event inviting participants to reflect on peace, in Musashino City on May 5. Activities include a virtual reality experience of the atomic bombing and tastings of fair trade products.
Companies mentioned：ICAN（核兵器廃絶国際キャンペーン）
[Great Perks for Fair Reservations!] Wedding First Experience Festival Set for 4/18 (Sat.) to 4/20 (Mon.) at DRESSY ROOM NAGOYA, Directly Connected to Nagoya Station, to Make Wedding Planning Fun
冒険社プラコレ will hold the “Wedding First Experience Festival” in Nagoya from 4/18 to 20 for couples preparing to get married.
[May 28 (Thu.), 17:00] Why Aren’t Major Companies Choosing You? Free Webinar to Reveal a “Referrals × Narrative Strategy” That Drives Decision-Making!
OriginalKOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社は、2026年5月28日(木)17:00から17:30まで、スマートソーシャル株式会社と共同で無料オンラインセミナーを開催します。このウェビナーでは、エンタープライズ企業を顧客にするための実践的アプローチとして、信頼設計、紹介設計、ナラティブ戦略が議論されます。スピーカーはKOBUSHI MARKETINGの井上裕介代表とスマートソーシャルの酒井禎雄代表で、参加費は無料です。
Former Martial Artist, Artist and Shungo Oyama, Along with AI Education Pioneer Shunju Matsumoto, to Take the Stage! ワクセル Conference to Explore “Enduring Connections” and the “Latest AI PR Techniques”
The social business community ワクセル held the “ワクセル Conference” on March 14, 2026. Shungo Oyama and Shunju Matsumoto took the stage for a talk session on building connections and PR techniques in the age of AI.
Companies mentioned：ワクセル
[Hachikenden] A Feast of Seafood and Meat! Yaizu Bonito, Sanda Pork and Matcha Fair Starts Tuesday, April 7
マルシェ株式会社 will hold the “Have It All Fair,” featuring Yaizu bonito, Sanda pork and matcha, at 炭火焼 八剣伝 locations nationwide starting April 7, 2026.
Companies mentioned：辻利一本店
株式会社日本中央住販 Signs “Shigagin Sustainable Assessment Loan” Agreement with Shiga Bank—Promoting ZEH Adoption to Realize Sustainable Homes and Communities
株式会社日本中央住販 has signed a “Shigagin Sustainable Assessment Loan” agreement with Shiga Bank. The company will use the ZEH adoption rate for detached homes as a KPI, promoting sustainable management and contributing to a sustainable society.
Companies mentioned：株式会社滋賀銀行、株式会社しがぎん経済文化センター
[Vautrail FA] Makes Its First Appearance at Première Vision Paris, One of the World’s Largest Textile Trade Shows. Student Kimono Upcycling Project Wins High Praise on the International Stage
ヴォートレイル ファッション アカデミー made its first appearance at Première Vision, a materials trade show in Paris. Its kimono upcycling project, developed jointly with POLIMODA, received high praise.
Companies mentioned：学校法人 大阪文化服装学院、POLIMODA
[Report] The Key to Social Media Operations That Drive Repeat Purchases Is “Relatability”—Practical Ways to Deepen Relationships with Existing Customers and Generate Repeat Business
Original株式会社NAVICUSは、BtoC企業向けに「継続購入につながるSNSの運用は『親近感』」と題した無料ウェビナーを開催。調査データをもとに、SNSでの親近感醸成がリピート購買を生むメカニズムを解説した。
Companies mentioned：株式会社NAVICUS
“Baka Uke Japan National Soccer Team ver.” Product Featuring Stickers with Designs of Past Japan National Team Uniforms Goes on Sale for a Limited Time Starting Monday, May 25—Enjoy the Snacks and Cheer on the Japan National Team!
株式会社栗山米菓 will release “Baka Uke Japan National Soccer Team ver.” nationwide for a limited time starting May 25, 2026. The product comes with stickers featuring designs of past Japan national team uniforms.
[Survey Report] 87.1% Say Generative AI Has “Increased” the Volume of Content Published, While 82.4% “Generally Trust and Adopt” AI Suggestions, Raising Quality-Control Concerns
Innova has released a survey report on generative AI use among marketers. While 87.1% say AI has increased their content output, they also face challenges with quality control.
Companies mentioned：IDEATECH（リサピー®）
A New Discovery Every Time You Look: “AREKORE,” a New Square Puzzle Featuring Moomin and Little My
株式会社やのまん has released “AREKORE Moomin and Little My,” a 25 cm square jigsaw puzzle that also serves as interior decor, nationwide.
Third Planet and Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Sign Comprehensive Partnership Agreement; Announcement of 3rd “Furusato Yamaguchi Gacha” Hometown Support Project
株式会社サードプラネット has signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, and will launch the 3rd installment of “Furusato Yamaguchi Gacha,” an initiative aimed at revitalizing the region.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サードプラネット、株式会社西京銀行、スタンバイ株式会社
A 1-Month Experience of Japan’s Incense Culture, “2026,” Begins on April 18, Incense Day, with Scent Tours and Workshops in Ginza, Kyoto and Kamakura
“香り博2026,” an event offering an experience of Japanese incense culture, will be held from April 18 to May 17 in Ginza, Kyoto and Kamakura. Limited-edition incense created in collaboration by 3 long-established companies will also go on sale.
Companies mentioned：鳩居堂、松栄堂、日本香堂、無印良品、香十、銀座らん月、鬼頭天薫堂