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Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate has launched a new construction plan in Tokyo’s Shinagawa area for Livio Maison Shinagawa, a 14-story mixed-use rental apartment building with an attached clinic mall. The project will support a richer life for local residents.
Arma Bianca Co., Ltd. will begin selling an online lottery for the anime “〈Monogatari〉 Series” through its own online lottery service, “DRAW!DRAW!,” starting March 30.
アドバンスコンポジット株式会社 was featured on the YouTube channel “XU,” produced by Atsushi Tamura, and a video was released showcasing the company’s efforts to address social issues with its new materials.
Companies mentioned：アドバンスコンポジット株式会社、加藤軽金属工業株式会社
K Village, which operates NAYUTAS, one of Japan’s largest voice training and dance schools, has launched an April-only campaign to encourage customers to switch from other companies.
Companies mentioned：株式会社K Village
At “Chatty Izakaya Ishinden,” operated by マルシェ株式会社, an indulgence fair featuring Yaizu-caught pole-and-line bonito and “garlic” will be held starting April 7.
Companies mentioned：マルシェ株式会社
Urayasu D-Rocks has signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on regional collaboration, co-creation and mutual support with atre Shin-Urayasu, operated by atre Co., Ltd. The agreement aims to combine the power of sports with the local connections of a commercial facility to help resolve social issues and revitalize the community in Urayasu. As a specific initiative, the “D-Rocks Bento,” devised by Urayasu D-Rocks player Kaisei Umeda, is on sale for ¥1,296 (tax included) at shops inside atre Shin-Urayasu.
Quants Co., Ltd. announced that the total amount handled through FUND surpassed ¥119.6 billion between 2021 and the end of March 2026. The company develops AI credit assessment technology and provides fintech services. Its president and CEO is Mitsuteru Higashikozono. Founded in November 2017, the company offers services including “Fimple Payment,” a corporate buy-now-pay-later service, and “二十一式人工知能付自動与信審査回路,” an AI credit assessment SaaS.
Original池田泉州銀行は2026年4月6日より、公式LINEお友だち限定でセレッソ大阪ヤンマーレディースの観戦チケットプレゼントキャンペーンを実施する。
Companies mentioned：セレッソ大阪ヤンマーレディース、ＡＣ長野パルセイロ・レディース、ヤンマー、LINE
TRIAS Co., Ltd.’s “Mimamori Support Cokowa” has been officially selected as a registered service under Yokohama City’s subsidy program for senior monitoring and safety confirmation devices, starting in Reiwa 8. This will make residents of Yokohama aged 65 and over who live alone eligible for a subsidy of up to ¥1,000 per month. The service requires no camera, internet connection or construction work, and can be used entirely through LINE. With its selection in Yokohama, adoption has now been decided in a total of 6 municipalities.
Original日鉄物産は、3月17日から19日に東京ビッグサイトで開催された「H2 & FC EXPO【春】第25回［国際］水素・燃料電池展」にノルウェーのHYSTAR ASと共同出展しました。このブースをクリスティン・イグルム在日ノルウェー大使と杉山明在ノルウェー日本国大使が視察しました。両社はPEM型水電解装置の拡販を推進しており、今回の視察は両国のグリーン水素分野における協力深化の象徴的な機会となりました。日鉄物産は今後もHYSTAR ASとの協業を強化し、日本におけるグリーン水素ビジネスの拡大とカーボンニュートラル社会の実現に貢献します。
First Innovation Inc. is sponsoring an additional performance of “2026 Laugh-Out-Loud! Parent-and-Child Imitation Concert,” featuring Akira Shimizu and Ryotaro Shimizu. It will be held June 5 at Nakano ZERO Main Hall.
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun taking orders for original merchandise, including acrylic cards, from the TV anime “Osananajimi to wa Love Comedy ni Naranai” on its online store, “AMNIBUS.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Transcosmos will co-host a free seminar with Sales Marker on AI-powered sales support DX on May 14.
Companies mentioned：トランスコスモス株式会社、株式会社Sales Marker
Prodilight Inc. will exhibit at Inaba Denki Sangyo’s booth at the 52nd Jumbo Bikkuri Fair, taking place on April 17, 18, 24 and 25. The fair is one of the largest comprehensive trade shows in the electrical equipment industry. Prodilight will showcase INNOVERA, its domestically developed cloud PBX. INNOVERA supports hybrid and remote work and offers features such as recording all calls and CRM integration. Prodilight will gather feedback from industry professionals at the event and use it to improve its services.
Hakuhodo DY ONE will appoint Atara founder Tsuyoshi Sugihara as executive advisor, effective April 1, 2026, to strengthen its competitiveness in AI and next-generation advertising.
Companies mentioned：KDDI、インテル、オーバーチュア、Google、アタラ株式会社
Ginza Onodera and Nadaman will launch collaboration products with the TBS drama “Toki Suguredo Osushi!?” starting April 8. The lineup includes special sushi and bento boxes inspired by the world of the drama.
Companies mentioned：株式会社銀座おのでら、株式会社なだ万、TBSテレビ
明治記念館 will hold a bridal fair for couples considering marriage. The fair will showcase the appeal of traditional Shinto wedding ceremonies through Japanese wedding attire fittings and a tasting of wedding cuisine.
Companies mentioned：明治記念館
OriginalGAORA SPORTSは、4月7日と8日に開催される阪神タイガース対東京ヤクルトスワローズの甲子園開幕戦を試合開始30分前から完全生中継する。昨シーズンリーグ制覇した阪神タイガースは藤川球児監督のもとリーグ連覇と日本一を目指す。中継では若虎・髙寺望夢選手の独占インタビュー「ガオトラ 聴きタイガー」も放送予定。髙寺選手は春季キャンプで2年連続野手MVPに輝き、開幕1軍スタメン入りを果たした。
Fuji Speedway has appointed Mahiro Katsuki, Nanaka Kashima and Ichika Momose as the 2026 Circuit Navigators, “Crains.” The Crains enter their 21st term this year. In addition, Maaya Orito has joined the Cheka Rangers as “Maaya Cheka.” She will work alongside Hira Cheka and Yama Cheka, forming a new 3-member Cheka Rangers team. Maaya Orito is scheduled to compete in the 2026 ALL JAPAN EV-GP SERIES and the Japan Cup.
Persol Tempstaff has launched a new advertising campaign using the IP of the vertical short comedy “Sukima no Sukipi.,” which has surpassed 100 million total views. Co-produced with QREATION, the campaign centers on the key message “Your first job consultation is with Tempstaff.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社QREATION、パーソルグループ
Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions (MEBS), now in its 4th year since establishment, has created its own logo to raise corporate awareness and strengthen its brand. The design combines a building icon with an abbreviation of its English company name, expressing MEBS’s aspirations as a company born from the strengthening and restructuring of the Mitsubishi Electric Group’s building systems business. Going forward, it aims to contribute to the realization of smart cities by making use of both its corporate logo and its own logo.
With support from SMFL and Japan Kokusai Development, certified NPO Kids Door held an outdoor experience event for children in Sendai. The initiative aims to eliminate disparities in access to experiences.
Companies mentioned：三井住友ファイナンス＆リース株式会社、日本国土開発株式会社、株式会社ジーユー、日東ベスト株式会社
Himuka AM Pharma Co., Ltd. has signed a licensing agreement with Pharma Foods International Co., Ltd. concerning the bioactive peptide adrenomedullin (development code HM101). Under the agreement, Himuka AM Pharma grants Pharma Foods exclusive research, development, manufacturing and marketing rights in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan for the treatment of cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy (CADASIL). Discovered in 1993, adrenomedullin is a bioactive peptide with a wide range of effects, including promoting angiogenesis and reducing inflammation. Himuka AM Pharma is also advancing drug discovery and development of an improved form of adrenomedullin (HM201). The company is a Miyazaki University startup established on February 1, 2017.
IVRy Inc. will sponsor RubyKaigi 2026, to be held from April 22 to 24, 2026, as a Ruby Sponsor, the event’s top sponsorship tier. The company provides the conversational voice AI SaaS “IVRy” and uses Ruby on Rails as a core technology for its product. During the event, it will host a “Climbing & Drinkup” in Hakodate, where software engineer Yuya Fujiwara will speak on “From Live Code to Sound: Building a Ruby Live Coding Engine.” IVRy will participate as a “Climbing and Wi-Fi Sponsor,” aiming to help energize and develop the community.
資生堂’s Majolica Majorca will release the single-color eyeshadow “Majo Scope Shadow” and a dedicated case on May 21, 2026. Its high-adherence formula delivers long-lasting sparkle.
Companies mentioned：資生堂
ホテルニューオータニ is revamping “The New Ultimate Breakfast,” offering a total of 168 menu items under the theme “Health and Fermentation.”
Companies mentioned：ホテルニューオータニ、日本政府観光局
UESHIMA MUSEUM will launch small-group “Premium Guided Tours” on April 19, 2026. The tours take place before the museum opens and include commentary by a curator, with a capacity of 15 people per session. Admission is 5,000 yen for adults and 4,000 yen for junior high and high school students; elementary school students and younger may attend free with a parent or guardian. Visitors may continue exploring the museum freely for up to 3 hours after the tour.
Fukunishi Electric took part as a group volunteer in the Nagoya Women’s Marathon 2026, held on March 8, 2026. The company supported runner safety and event operations through tasks such as course management.
Companies mentioned：パナソニックグループ
Nagoya Grampus unveiled its new anthem, “Never Give Up for the Win -Anthem of NAGOYA-,” at the pre-opening event for the “Sacred Ground Mizuho” held on Sunday, April 5. The anthem was created in collaboration with supporters, Akihiko Uchida of Qaijff, and Grampus family members selected through an open call. Going forward, it will be coordinated with stadium productions before kickoff at home games to create a sense of unity.
KADOKAWA will release “The Battle Cats Drill: Historical Figures and Events,” the latest installment in its workbook series based on the hugely popular game “The Battle Cats,” on April 6, 2026. Supervised by Kazuto Hongo, the book makes learning history fun for elementary school students.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、ポノス株式会社
The book “The Ultimate Side Hustle with note × AI: Lessons from a Pro Who Made 200 Million Yen in Sales,” published by 株式会社KADOKAWA, surpassed 30,000 copies in cumulative circulation within 2 months of its release. Its tips on monetizing note using AI have drawn a strong response.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、note株式会社
KADOKAWA will release “A Woman on Her Own, Taking Her Time Drinking Her Way Around Japan,” a new comic essay by Chie Shinkyu, author of the hit manga “Wakako-zake,” on April 15, 2026.
Original学研ココファン・ナーサリーは、学童保育施設の支援員向けに1回15分で学べるオンライン研修サービス「学童先生サポートCOLLOQ」を2026年4月1日より開始しました。
Companies mentioned：株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社学研ココファン・ナーサリー、こども家庭庁、文部科学省
パナソニック株式会社 will release “Dishwasher Boyfriend Encyclopedia,” a promotional video co-produced with students, starting April 6, 2026, to promote dishwashers among young people. It presents the reduced burden of housework as a romantic story.
Companies mentioned：パナソニック株式会社、株式会社Strobolights
Sanwa Supply Co., Ltd. has launched “SLE-52SSFPG,” a cylinder-lock security cable designed specifically for the 12-inch Surface Pro.
Companies mentioned：Microsoft
“Ohitsu Gohan Shijuhachichu,” operated by AEON E-heart, will begin serving a seasonal menu featuring spring ingredients—clams, bamboo shoots and rapeseed blossoms—on April 8.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イオンイーハート
Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba will offer its “Ultimate Chocolate Parfait,” made with carefully selected cacao, at The Lobby Cafe for a limited time from May 1 to June 30, 2026.
ホテル日航立川 東京 will host “GW All-You-Can-Eat Steak and World Gourmet Buffet” for a limited 13 days starting April 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ホテル日航立川 東京
A joint survey by NEXER and エクスショップ found that about 63% of households without a carport say a roof would improve quality of life and save time. The survey highlighted stress over everyday chores involved in getting in and out of cars in the rain and winter.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、エクスショップ
HEP FIVE, a fashion mall in Osaka’s Umeda district, will hold a campaign celebrating the release of the film Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway from April 10 to May 17, 2026. Events during the campaign will include giveaways of original stickers and coasters, a prize drawing for HEP FIVE merchandise, and a stamp rally. From April 22, a campaign marking the renewal of the Ferris wheel will also feature a specially decorated gondola and original audio. Rides cost 1,000 yen.
株式会社NEXER and レンズワン surveyed 400 working men and women who use contact lenses for vision correction about contact lens use in the workplace.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、レンズワン
Originalマイナビは「正社員のワークライフ・インテグレーション調査2026年版」を発表。約7割が私生活と仕事の充実がリンクしていると感じている一方、WLIを体現できている人は約2割に留まっていることが分かった。
Companies mentioned：株式会社マイナビ
Originalペットフード工房とNEXERの共同調査で、犬の飼い主の約7割が食事が愛犬の皮膚・被毛に影響すると考えていることが判明。実際に26.8%が皮膚トラブルの悩みを抱えており、食事の見直しが重要視されている。
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、ペットフード工房株式会社
Original株式会社NEXERと和秋建設は共同で、中古住宅購入者94名を対象に事前不安と購入後のギャップに関する調査を実施した。購入前の不安に反し、約7割が住んでから「想像より問題ない」と回答しており、中古住宅に対する心理的ハードルの低下を示している。
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、株式会社和秋建設
A survey of 516 managers by リデザインワーク株式会社 found that 53.9% of promoted managers continue to behave like section chiefs, a phenomenon dubbed “chief-for-life managers.” A related book will be released on April 13.
Companies mentioned：リデザインワーク株式会社、朝日新聞出版、株式会社マクロミル
シェラトン都ホテル東京 will host a wine-pairing dinner with Spain’s prestigious winery Torres on May 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：シェラトン都ホテル東京、エノテカ株式会社、トーレス（ワイナリー）
RX Japan will hold the first “Bespoke AI Development World Spring,” dedicated to developing AI tailored to individual companies, at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 to 10, 2026.
Companies mentioned：RX Japan合同会社
マネーフォワードｉ will launch “Admina AI Help Desk” in May 2026, a new service that uses AI to handle help desk operations for IT departments and improves accuracy through autonomous learning.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マネーフォワード、マネーフォワードｉ株式会社
株式会社湖池屋 will launch “Pure Potato Sriracha Sauce,” a new flavor in its Pure Potato line, nationwide on April 6, 2026. Featuring a much-talked-about tangy, spicy flavor, it aims to become a new staple.
株式会社学情 will host “Career Design Forum,” an internship discovery event on an industry-leading scale, in major cities across Japan in April. About 480 companies are expected to participate.
Companies mentioned：株式会社学情、日本放送協会（NHK）、テレビ朝日、TBSテレビ、テレビ東京、全日本空輸（ANA）、タカラトミーグループ、コナミグループ
Kirin Brewery Company will refresh both the contents and packaging of “Tanrei Green Label” for the first time in 2 years, with the change rolling out nationwide from products manufactured in late April 2026. The recipe contains more barley, balancing a mellow grain flavor with a crisp, easy-drinking taste, while softening the acidity of the aftertaste. The packaging has been updated to convey a greater sense of freedom, with prominent “Sacred Beast” and “Tanrei” logos. The refresh aims to invigorate the functional beer market. Since its launch in 2002, “Tanrei Green Label” has contributed to the growth of the functional beer market.
株式会社ニトリ will offer 2 series of “Brightening Heat-Blocking, Privacy-Protecting Lace Curtains with 99% UV Protection” at a limited-time price from April 6 to May 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニトリ
森永乳業 will launch a protein-enriched café latte, the first of its kind in the Mt. Rainier series, nationwide from April 14. The product responds to consumer demand for a tasty, convenient way to get protein every day.
株式会社ユーキャン has released “Sustainability Management (Practical),” a short, intensive e-learning course for businesses. The course provides a structured grounding in business-related topics, from the basics of SDGs and ESG to climate change, biodiversity, and human rights. Drawing on leading examples from countries such as Sweden, it develops practical perspectives on turning sustainability into an opportunity to enhance corporate value. The course has 4 steps: a pre-course test, lecture videos, quizzes and exercises, and a post-course test, supporting learners from knowledge retention through practical application. The fee is 11,000 yen (tax included) and includes 17 videos (about 2 hours and 17 minutes).
株式会社ユーキャン has released “Customer Harassment Prevention,” an e-learning course for businesses. It aligns with Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare guidelines and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s ordinance to prevent customer harassment, and provides structured learning on everything from definitions and initial response to building organizational systems. The fee is 11,000 yen (tax included) and includes 17 videos (about 2 hours and 21 minutes), tests, and exercises. The course is taught by Kayoko Tomizawa, a former police officer and certified small and medium enterprise management consultant.
Plenus Corporation will exhibit at “O-BENTO-BAKO: Lunch Boxes—Playfulness and Food Culture,” held at the Shinjuku Historical Museum from April 25 to June 28, 2026. The company, known for brands such as Hotto Motto, will present an exhibit on the history of rice cooking, along with free workshops and a screening, as part of its Rice Education initiative to pass on Japan’s rice-eating culture.
Yayoi Ken, a set-meal restaurant, is running a campaign on its official X and Instagram accounts to celebrate the launch of its Oita Chicken Tempura Set Meal. Through April 20, diners can enter a drawing on X for meal vouchers and on Instagram for a coffee maker.
Companies mentioned：プレナス、デロンギ
Satofull Co., Ltd. has raised about 10 million yen in donations through a special furusato tax donation page supporting local governments working to prevent bear attacks nationwide, and the number of participating municipalities has grown to 18.
Companies mentioned：秋田県由利本荘市
Originalパナソニックが実施した調査によると、昨夏エアコンが2週間以上使えなかった『エアコン待機者』が修理した人の36％、購入した人の24％に上りました。また、試運転で38％が不具合を発見したものの、34％は未対応のまま使用している実態が明らかになりました。経済産業省や業界団体も4月〜5月の試運転を推奨しており、パナソニックは正しい試運転方法を解説し早期実施を呼びかけています。
Companies mentioned：パナソニック株式会社、経済産業省、一般社団法人 日本冷凍空調工業会、一般財団法人 家電製品協会、気象庁
Kappa Create Co., Ltd. will begin operating its new delivery-only concept, Donburi Specialty Restaurant Shimizu Port Banno Fisheries, at 134 locations nationwide starting April 9, 2026. The venture draws on the freshness management expertise and commitment to ingredients developed by Kappa Sushi, responding to customer demand for easy access to authentic seafood bowls at home or at work. It will offer 6 original seafood bowls featuring seasonal ingredients such as tuna and salmon, available to order through Uber Eats.
Logos Corporation, which operates the outdoor brand LOGOS, will open official stores on 楽天市場 and Yahoo!ショッピング in April 2026. The online shops will sell popular outdoor goods and run a review campaign to celebrate their launch. The move aims to introduce LOGOS products and the appeal of outdoor activities to more customers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、LOGOS
Qoo10 announced its sales ranking for “Mixed Grains.” As eating habits tend to become unsettled during April’s new-life season, demand is growing for mixed-grain rice, an easy way to get nutrients; products blending domestically sourced ingredients are especially popular.
Companies mentioned：Qoo10、eBay Japan合同会社、自然の館、美味しさは元気の源、北海道産直グルメぼーの
AUBA, operated by eiicon, and the Metropolitan Expressway Company have opened a call for co-creation ideas for an open innovation program using local 5G.
Companies mentioned：首都高速道路株式会社
Lovisia will release Secret Hand Cream and Secret Lip Cream in collaboration with Detective Conan on Friday, April 10, 2026. The blind-box items come in 12 varieties and include character charms. The hand creams and lip creams each have different designs and contain moisturizing ingredients. They are new additions to the Lovisia Gift Cosmetics Series, which has shipped a total of 5.2 million units.
Original国内201店舗を展開する「和食さと」が、2026年4月9日(木)から春夏の新作メニューの販売を開始する。麺類や肉メニューなど季節に合わせた新商品が登場。
Companies mentioned：和食さと
Uobaka Ichidai Shimbashi Main Store, operated by 株式会社Globridge, will upgrade its signature sashimi platter from 5 kinds to 10 starting in April 2026. The restaurant sources fresh seasonal seafood daily and serves lavish sashimi at great value, with set menus also available for business meals and banquets.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Globridge
Brother Industries will exhibit for the first time at Manufacturing World [Nagoya] in April 2026. It will showcase products including the new PD-7105 spot cooler, which features exhaust-heat-free operation and energy efficiency, and highlight its measures for dealing with extreme heat.
LIFULL ArchiTech has begun selling Instant House Mobile, which can be installed on the same day and transported by vehicle. The company aims to encourage the use of land left idle amid rising construction costs and other factors.
Companies mentioned：株式会社LIFULL
The web manga sites YanChan Web and Champion Cross, operated by Akita Shoten Co., Ltd., have each surpassed 1 million members to date and are holding a thank-you campaign offering a total of 2 million coins. Both sites are also running simultaneous free promotions for popular titles, and a total of 2 million coins will be awarded by lottery to 1,046 winners.
OriginalGMO外貨株式会社は4月6日より、同社の「外貨ex CFD」サービスに新たな取引銘柄として「プラチナスポット」を追加しました。これは、金よりも希少性が高く、宝飾品だけでなく産業用需要も大きいプラチナを分散投資の選択肢として提供するものです。
Companies mentioned：GMO外貨株式会社、GMOインターネットグループ、GMOフィナンシャルホールディングス株式会社
Original昭文社は、人気シリーズ「スッと頭に入る」の最新刊『図解でスッと頭に入る世界の監獄』を4月28日に発売。本書は世界の監獄を建築、歴史、思想から図解し、社会のありようを読み解く一冊となっている。
Companies mentioned：昭文社ホールディングス、昭文社
Frederic Malle will launch Contre Jour, a new eau de parfum by world-renowned perfumer Annick Menardo, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Bringing together light and shadow, delicacy and strength, the fragrance embodies “bold art.” Three contrasting notes—fiery immortelle, wild punk rose and melodic sandalwood—are offered starting at 10 mL for 10,890 yen. To celebrate the launch, customers who spend at least 29,040 yen including tax will receive a miniature 7 mL bottle of Eau de Magnolia.
Taito has announced the first home video game adaptation of the light novel The Detective Is Already Dead, to be released for Nintendo Switch.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タイトー、株式会社KADOKAWA、Amazon
Hollywood Co., Ltd. made its first appearance at the experiential event “Cinderella Fit EXPO 8th,” hosted by the beauty media outlet Cinderella Fit on March 6, 2026. At the event, it showcased its soy protein product “Soy Pro Beauty Plus,” revamped in January 2026. About 100 female influencers attended and shared the product’s appeal and the importance of inner care. Soy Pro Beauty Plus is a vegan-friendly, 100% plant-based product with 20% more protein.
Oyatsu Company, Ltd. will launch “Baby Star Ramen Otsumami (Spicy Chicken Flavor),” with a heat level of 350%, nationwide for a limited time starting April 6, 2026. Its spicy flavor, with 3.5 times the chili pepper, has been developed to pair perfectly with beer.
Tokyu Land Corporation, Tokyu Land Capital Management, SMFL Mirai Partners, NCS RE Capital, Dai-ichi Life Insurance, The Bank of Yokohama and Regenerative Architecture Institute have launched Japan’s first “regenerative architecture fund.” The fund incorporates COERU Shibuya Dogenzaka, which is over 40 years old, and COERU Shibuya East, which is over 50 years old, extending their economic useful life by 60 years to a cumulative total of over 100 years. Regenerative architecture reduces CO2 emissions and waste by about 70%. The project was selected for a model study program by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and has also received DBJ Green Building Certification. The fund aims to increase the asset value of older properties and contribute to a decarbonized society.
株式会社ベーシック has launched “ferret SFA/CRM,” a domestically developed sales support tool. It focuses on addressing challenges specific to Japanese sales organizations, reducing data-entry burdens and supporting the establishment of consistent use and greater operational efficiency. The tool is a core component of the company’s “ferret Growth Suite” vision.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベーシック、ITR
株式会社ヘソプロダクション will launch the “Myaku-Myaku Candy Tin” (1,296 yen), featuring the new “Black Myaku-Myaku” design, in early April 2026 as an official licensed product of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The product aims to build momentum for the Expo and invigorate the souvenir market.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヘソプロダクション
大江戸温泉物語グループ’s new brand “TAOYA Aso” will grand open in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 1, 2026, with accommodation reservations opening on April 6. Located in central Kyushu, this all-inclusive hot spring resort offers panoramic views of the Aso Five Peaks.
Companies mentioned：大江戸温泉物語グループ
Daiya Corporation will launch a serum for intimate areas on April 17, 2026, from〈ANELA BEAUTY〉, the skincare brand produced by MALIA.
母子モ株式会社’s maternal and child health handbook app “Bosimo” has been introduced in Kyogoku, Hokkaido, as the “Kyogoku Maternal and Child Health Handbook App Maru-Mo.” This will advance the digital management of pregnancy, childbirth and childcare information and contribute to promoting digital transformation in child-rearing services.
Companies mentioned：母子モ株式会社
In February, the Nippon Foundation conducted its 78th survey of 18-year-olds, examining young people’s “awareness of the nation and society” in 6 countries, including Japan. Japan ranked lowest in optimism about “the future of its own country,” with the declining birthrate and aging population and increased immigration emerging as major concerns. Awareness of engagement with society also remained low.
Miroku Information Service Co., Ltd. (MJS) will hold a free online seminar for accounting firms and businesses on May 21, 2026. The seminar will explain solutions to document management challenges under the Act on the Preservation of Electronic Books.
TKC held a meeting with German IT company DATEV社 in Tokyo, exchanging views on the use of AI and comparisons between small and midsize businesses in Japan and Germany.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TKC、DATEV社
Mirai Works has launched “Integrated Thinking Design Analysis,” a new service that identifies information-disclosure challenges on corporate websites and supports efforts to enhance corporate value. The service quantifies evaluations by investors, job seekers and generative AI across 5 dimensions, with ESG consultants and communication designers preparing evaluation reports. This enables comparisons with competitors and tailored support from strategy development through website improvement, helping maximize stakeholder engagement.
VisasQ will exhibit at “Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe on April 15-16.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビザスク、Eight（Sansan株式会社）
To mark the 10th anniversary of its service launch, jinjer株式会社 will hold its first large-scale conference, “HR REVEAL 2026,” focusing on the use of human resources data.
SmartHR’s “Time and Attendance Management” feature has been selected for 総務省’s “Good Practices in Information Accessibility 2025.” It was recognized for involving people with disabilities from the early stages of development and achieving a design that is easy for everyone to use.
Companies mentioned：総務省
Renaissance Inc. opened “AKIDS VISTA Morinomiya,” an after-school day service operated by Ichiki Co., Ltd., on April 1, 2026. This is the 4th such facility located within a Renaissance facility and the 2nd in the Morinomiya area. The service specializes in exercise-based developmental support for children with developmental disabilities and has provided opportunities to more than 200 children since 2023. In addition, research on an exercise program for children with ASD (autism spectrum disorder) by researchers affiliated with Ichiki’s AKIDS Lab was published in the international academic journal “Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences Reports.” As of December 31, 2025, Renaissance operates 333 facilities, including sports clubs and rehabilitation facilities for older adults.
Nishikawa has become a sponsor of the 20th anniversary of the popular radio show “Hiroshi Kamiya and Daisuke Ono’s Dear Girl〜Stories〜.” Nishikawa’s “Keeps Cushion” has been introduced on the show, with hosts Hiroshi Kamiya and Daisuke Ono praising its comfort. A new segment, “Goodnight DGS,” will also begin airing, alongside a giveaway campaign for signed merchandise. The initiative aims to share the importance of sleep and the appeal of Nishikawa products with anime and voice actor fans.
The popular manga “Eren the Southpaw” will begin airing as a TV anime on the TV Tokyo network at 24:00 on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The original work is by manga artist Kappi, who won a prize in a note contest in 2015 and began serializing the manga. The remake published on Shueisha’s “Shonen Jump+” has recorded a cumulative 250 million page views and 4.1 million copies in circulation. Animation production is by Signal.MD and Production I.G, and the series will also be released on Prime Video and other streaming services in due course.
Hitachi Solutions will launch its "High-Speed Multi-Code Scanning Service" on April 7. The service uses a smartphone app to rapidly scan multiple barcodes, helping businesses understand and improve logistics operations. It supports compliance with the revised Logistics Efficiency Act and advances in DX and SX.
Companies mentioned：Scandit AG.、株式会社日立ハイテクネクサス
文研出版, the children's book imprint of Shinko Shuppansha Keirin-kan, will release nationwide today a new biography in a series by nonfiction writer Toshihide Kunimatsu: Oda Nobunaga: The Man Who Brought an End to the Sengoku Era. With numerous illustrations and an introduction to the subject at the beginning, the book explains history in an accessible way for readers in the upper grades of elementary school and older.
Companies mentioned：株式会社新興出版社啓林館、文研出版、佼成出版、PHP研究所、くもん出版、文溪堂、岩崎書店、あかね書房、国土社、講談社
Randstad will hold an internal webinar led by its Working Parents ERG. The webinar will redefine the Dutch-origin concept of "relationships of equality (buddies)" as a business skill, with the aim of improving employees' consulting capabilities and strengthening organizational resilience.
Companies mentioned：ランスタッド株式会社、一般社団法人We are Buddies
Colored contact lens brand FLANMY is releasing 2 new lens colors featuring a "non-rotating water-glow" design that keeps the highlights in place, commemorating its 10th anniversary.
KPMG Consulting held special cybersecurity classes this school year for elementary, junior high and high school students and their parents. Part of KPMG Global Cyber Day, the classes teach about internet risks and precautions when using generative AI. More than 4,000 people have participated to date.
Companies mentioned：有限責任 あずさ監査法人、株式会社KPMG FAS、株式会社KPMG Forensic & Risk Advisory
QuizKnock will hold WHAT 2026, a quiz tournament for high school students and younger. The individual competition, now in its 5th year, will open for entries in June and take place on Aug. 16 and 29.
Companies mentioned：株式会社baton、QuizKnock
meviy, the AI platform of 株式会社ミスミグループ本社, will launch a clean-washing service for machined parts on April 6, 2026. The service will help improve productivity and shorten lead times in manufacturing design and procurement, while meeting the high cleaning standards of the semiconductor and aerospace industries.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミスミグループ本社
MISUMI Group, provider of the AI platform meviy, will begin offering alodine-equivalent treatment (trivalent chromium conversion coating) and passivation for machined parts for the aerospace industry on April 6, 2026. This will enable short-lead-time procurement of parts with specialized surface treatments using only 3D data, helping speed up development in the aerospace industry.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミスミグループ本社
バンダイナムコグループ will open its experiential retail facility, "Bandai Namco Cross Store Aeon Mall Takaoka," at Aeon Mall Takaoka in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, on April 24, 2026. The group's first location in the Hokuriku region will feature 8 official shops, including Ichiban Kuji, as well as the Namco amusement facility.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、株式会社バンダイナムコアミューズメント、バンダイナムコグループ