InterContinental Hotel Osaka has partnered with Amanosake, a long-established sake brewery in Kawachinagano, Osaka Prefecture, to launch the 4th 「INSIDER PARTNERSHIPS」 program. Experiences include a brewery tour, sake tasting and lunch featuring fermented seasonings. The program also offers original sake sets for sale and accommodation plans with restaurant credit.
株式会社BUB receives letter of appreciation following donation to つくば市
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株式会社BUB donated 1 million yen to つくば市, Ibaraki Prefecture, through the corporate hometown tax program. The city presented the company with a letter of appreciation for its contribution to regional development.
About 60% of university students have a romantic partner | “At the same university” is the most common place to meet; about 60% view dating app use favorably (survey by ハッピーメール)
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ハッピーメール surveyed 200 university students about dating. The survey found that about 60% had a romantic partner and about 60% viewed dating app use favorably.
クロノスイス’s latest creation, featuring hand-engraved guilloché that carries 100 years of tradition. 「パルス GMT シルバー ギョーシェ」 blends architectural design and goes on sale
クロノスイス’s latest creation captures the radiance of the heavens in enamel and solid gold. 「パルス GMT エナメル スカイ ゴールド」 showcases the traditional paillonné technique
シャンウェイ Shibuya serves Peking duck, shark fin fried rice and braised pork—all for 5,500 yen, including all-you-can-drink!
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「シャンウェイ渋谷店」, operated by バッカーナ株式会社, has begun offering its 「堪能コース」 for 5,500 yen. The course includes 8 dishes, such as Peking duck and shark fin fried rice, plus 2 hours of all-you-can-drink.
Now offering Zurich car and motorcycle insurance! | 「自動車保険ステーション」 and 「バイク保険ステーション」, insurance comparison and quote sites
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The insurance comparison site operated by 株式会社エレメント has added car and motorcycle insurance from チューリッヒ保険会社, expanding customer options and improving convenience.
Monthly spending on “asset investment and management” stands out; “investment in health” is a priority for the future
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MetLife Insurance surveyed the spending habits of affluent seniors (ages 50-79 with financial assets of at least ¥100 million). Monthly spending is particularly high on “asset investment and management,” while interest is shifting toward “health investments” such as health checks.
The final installment of the Sanrio Characters Poyoyon Airport series! BIG plush toys of Cinnamoroll and Kuromi wearing special outfits inspired by the sky launch on April 10 (Friday)
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Aeon Fantasy Co., Ltd. will launch BIG plush toys of Cinnamoroll and Kuromi on April 10, 2026, as the final installment of the Sanrio Characters Poyoyon Airport series. A giveaway campaign offering a complete set will also be held on the official Molly Fantasy X account.
Playgrounds at about 200 locations nationwide to open free of charge on May 5. A new way to celebrate Children's Day, working to close the “play experience gap.” Smile Inclusive Day
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Aeon Fantasy will hold Smile Inclusive Day on May 5, 2026, Children's Day, opening playgrounds at about 200 locations nationwide free of charge. The initiative aims to close the “play experience gap.”
Enjoy the “harmony” of strawberries and milk in the new Strawberry Milk Smoothie, available at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide starting April 7 (Tuesday)!
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Seven-Eleven Japan will begin rolling out its new Strawberry Milk Smoothie nationwide on April 7. The new product offers the flavor of strawberries and milk and expands the chain's fruit-based lineup.
Ielove GROUP, いえらぶクリエイターズ and らくなげ to exhibit at the “Comprehensive Exhibition of Housing, Architecture and Real Estate [BREX]: Rental Housing Management & Brokerage Expo 2026 / Real Estate Sales Zone”! The event runs for 3 days, May 13 (Wednesday) to 15 (Friday).
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Ielove GROUP and 2 group companies will exhibit at the Rental Housing Management & Brokerage Expo 2026 in May 2026. They will propose ways to improve operational efficiency in the real estate industry through real estate DX, social media marketing and BPO services.
A set meal so irresistible you can't resist it, brought to you by Wakayama City residents who love sea bream and eggs. Kyukamura Kishu-Kada to offer its Sea Bream Broth Dashimaki Set Meal for weekday lunch only starting April 8.
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Kyukamura Kishu-Kada in Wakayama City will begin serving its Sea Bream Broth Dashimaki Set Meal on April 8, exclusively for weekday lunches. The dish features broth made from locally renowned sea bream and eggs beloved by Wakayama City residents.
Add a touch of Nyanko-sensei and friends' playfulness to your letters and planners! Natsume Stamp Book: Yuin Stamp Collection, stamps for paper lovers inspired by traditional hobby seals known as yuin
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Okada Shokai, which operates the online stamp shop Inkan Hanko SHOP Hankozu, has released the Natsume Stamp Book: Yuin Stamp Collection, inspired by traditional hobby seals known as yuin. The collection offers 18 designs featuring Nyanko-sensei and other main characters from the anime Natsume's Book of Friends. Choose between round and square shapes, each with different product specifications; both shapes have a stamp-face size of 15 millimeters. The stamps are designed to brighten planners, letters and other paper goods.
Arima Onsen × Nada Gogo Local Sake: Special plans for celebrating milestone birthdays and longevity, creating a memorable occasion for the whole family | From April 2026
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Raconte Arima, an inn in Arima Onsen, has begun selling special accommodation plans for celebrating milestone birthdays and longevity. Perks such as local sake from Nada Gogo and the loan of a red celebration vest will help families mark important occasions.
Bizmates strengthens English-learning cycle combining AI and human support
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On April 6, 2026, Bizmates Inc. integrated its student platforms for online English lessons and coaching. Its proprietary system uses AI analysis in coaching to enhance learning progress tracking and ongoing support.
Ananas Japan, an importer and wholesaler of frozen bread and sweets, advances trade DX with Shippio Platform
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株式会社Shippio announced that Ananas Japan, an importer and wholesaler of frozen bread, has adopted its trade DX platform. The platform standardized trade operations that had relied on individual employees, reducing stockouts and improving operational efficiency.
[Taking place April 24] eBay Japan Awards winners and finalists to speak! Wasabi, eBay and Orange Connex Japan to jointly hold the eBay Growth Strategy 2026 in-person seminar on April 24
Colombin to sell Harajuku Honey Nouveau 2026, bringing the spring fragrance of Harajuku delivered by honeybees
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株式会社コロンバン will begin taking reservations on Monday, April 27, for Harajuku Honey Nouveau 2026, a gift-boxed wildflower honey, and will start sales on Saturday, May 9. The product is the season's first honey, gathered from spring flowers in the Harajuku area, and is characterized by its refined, floral flavor. It is offered without heat treatment to preserve its natural nutrients and aroma. The product also contributes to local environmental conservation as part of the company's urban beekeeping initiative, which began in 2010.
[Tatenokawa Shuzo] Tatenyan finally becomes a master brewer—the 3-year story concludes with the emotional final chapter, The Art of Pressing
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Tatenokawa Shuzo has released The Art of Pressing, a Junmai Daiginjo sake and the final chapter in a series about its mascot Tatenyan's ambition to become a master brewer. The product pays tribute to the real cat that inspired the character.
Mother Farm to hold opening ceremony for the Singapore Festival on April 21!
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Mother Farm will hold the Singapore Festival from April 21 to September 27. Marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the event will feature a Merlion statue and limited-edition food.
Panasonic Connect promotes customer-value-driven initiatives with Centric PXM
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Panasonic Connect has adopted Centric PXM from Centric Software. It has integrated product information (PIM) and digital assets (DAM) globally to improve the customer experience. The move has also established a structured data foundation that can be used with AI.
[Free, Tuesday, April 21] Marubun Technical Seminar: “Power Supply Series for Beginners: Reading Datasheets and Designing Peripheral Components”
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丸文株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on April 21 covering how to read power IC datasheets and design peripheral components. It is aimed at engineers new to the field and those looking to revisit the fundamentals.
Companies mentioned:丸文株式会社、MPS社 (Monolithic Power Systems)
A safe place to spend time near “Guri-shita.” Crowdfunding launched to continue operating the youth center
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Certified NPO D×P has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise operating costs for fiscal 2026 for its youth center, which supports young people in Osaka's “Guri-shita” area.
タカハ機工株式会社 has introduced a new slogan: “Smarter keys and doors.” Although it has not announced any specific products, the company is signaling plans to expand into smart locks and related security fields.
[CARE PRO] Pop-up event at ビックカメラ Ikebukuro Nishiguchi IT tower store
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ベースメントファクトリーデザイン will hold a pop-up event for the hair-care device “CARE PRO” at the ビックカメラ Ikebukuro Nishiguchi IT tower store from April 10 to 12, 2026.
[Held April 15 (Wednesday)] Webinar on trends and examples in integrated report cover design: How to convey a company’s distinctive character in a way that resonates emotionally, based on an analysis of 504 companies
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株式会社ブレーンセンター will hold a free webinar on integrated report cover design on April 15. The webinar will explain design approaches that appeal to people’s emotions and convey what makes a company distinctive—an increasingly important consideration in the AI era—as well as examples from Japan and abroad.
Upgrade heatstroke prevention in the logistics industry. The “CHILL-Ace” cooling sleeve, which maintains a temperature of −5°C for 4 hours, provides strong support for companies’ duty of care.
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株式会社ほんやら堂 has begun offering its “CHILL-Ace” cooling neck sleeve to businesses as a heatstroke prevention measure for the logistics industry. It provides a cooling sensation of −5°C for 4 hours. The product does not require refrigeration or freezing, can be stored at room temperature, and is ready to use immediately, providing strong support for companies’ duty of care. Designed with comfort and hygiene in mind, it helps improve working conditions on site while keeping management costs to a minimum.
The 12th Kyoto Night Market, which drew a record approximately 28,000 visitors, will be held under the theme “Toast Beneath the Nighttime Cherry Blossoms”
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The 12th Kyoto Night Market will be held on April 11, 2026 (Saturday), at Oto-san Hiroba in front of Higashi Honganji Temple. This year’s theme is “Toast Beneath the Nighttime Cherry Blossoms,” with offerings including complimentary sake from 丹山酒造, a heart-shaped cherry blossom monument, and a ninja show. The previous event drew a record approximately 28,000 visitors, and this event will once again offer local residents and tourists a chance to enjoy Kyoto’s food, culture, and performances.
Set aside the Japanese marketing playbook and win in the realities of Vietnam: vina nide forms strategic business alliance with leading local company Brospixel
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株式会社ニード’s Vietnam office, vina nide, has entered into a strategic business alliance with local digital marketing company Brospixel. The partnership will provide marketing support tailored to local contexts for Japanese companies expanding into Vietnam.
Digital transformation and peace of mind for rental housing: 株式会社Livmo partners with R65不動産 to introduce “らくもり,” a senior monitoring service using electricity data
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株式会社Livmo has partnered with 株式会社R65 to begin introducing “らくもり,” a monitoring service using electricity data to support senior citizens renting homes and reduce the risk of unattended deaths.
[Special Award in NEDO’s “GENIAC-PRIZE”] Kyoto’s long-established bedding maker and hands-on AI support from Gns: Multilingual AI chat service “IWATA Sleep Concierge” wins regional award
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The multilingual AI chat service “IWATA Sleep Concierge,” jointly developed by 株式会社Gns and long-established bedding maker イワタ, has won a regional award in the “GENIAC-PRIZE,” organized by NEDO.
Cross-border e-commerce company xxxxnese makes full-scale entry into the Japanese market, launching domestic sales of “OXIA” with an AI-powered D2C model
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xxxxnese, a cross-border e-commerce company, is making a full-scale entry into the Japanese market. It has begun domestic sales of “OXIA,” a nicotine- and tar-free inhalable flavor device, using an AI-powered D2C model. The company will draw on its overseas experience to tailor its offering to the Japanese market.
[300-person survey on rising interest rates] 90% remain anxious despite a strong preference for deposits|Caution and appetite for investment coexist
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“マネラボ,” a personal finance media outlet, surveyed 300 people about rising interest rates. Approximately 90% were aware of the increase, but “bank deposits are the main way I manage my money” remained the most common response. The survey revealed that anxiety over rising prices coexists with a cautious approach to managing assets.
株式会社ZebraX announces launch of “即戦力AI社員,” a service supporting AI agent implementation—first month free during the pre-release period, plans from 150,000 yen per month, and a free ROI (return on investment) diagnostic report
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株式会社ZebraX has begun the pre-release of “即戦力AI社員,” a service supporting the implementation of AI agents for businesses. Plans start at 150,000 yen per month, and a first-month-free campaign is underway.
[Survey on the realities of U.S. expansion] 60% of representatives at companies expanding into the U.S. are considering withdrawal, downsizing, or changing plans; increased back-office burdens identified as the main reason
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A survey conducted using “Emily.アシスタント,” provided by COEL社, found that 60% of Japanese companies expanding into the U.S. are considering withdrawal or downsizing because of increased back-office workloads.
“From spare-time work to career experiences”: Spot-work service “welp” launches brand website
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キャル株式会社 has launched a brand website for its spot-work service “welp” and held a “Career Design Festa” for students at 服部栄養専門学校 who are interested in the food and beverage industry.
[Post what you want in your town|YOSUGA] Web service for posting and sharing desired local businesses begins operation in Hokuriku
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株式会社クレス has fully launched “YOSUGA (ヨスガ),” a web service where people can post and share businesses and services they would like to see in their communities. The service will first roll out across 3 prefectures in Hokuriku, making local needs visible.
Make a wish in the night sky over Odaiba, Tokyo. “Odaiba Beach Lanterns” will be held on April 25, 2026 (Saturday), and May 9 (Saturday), around Golden Week!
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“LED lantern launch experience” events will be held at Odaiba Marine Park on April 25, 2026 (Saturday), and May 9 (Saturday). The event uses LED lanterns without flames; the environmentally and safety-conscious “e-lanterns” will float into the night sky. Admission costs from 5,980 yen for 1 lantern and from 8,980 yen for 2 lanterns.
伍拾雀堂(ごじゅうからどう), which supports the digitalization of maritime education and training, to make its first appearance at “Sea Japan 2026,” one of the country’s largest international maritime exhibitions
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株式会社伍拾雀堂 will make its first appearance at “Sea Japan 2026,” exhibiting next-generation ship-handling simulators that promote maritime digital transformation and 3DCG teaching materials, including “灯火形象物教材.”
Free web tool launched for exploring when you may meet your twin flame through tarot
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“電話占い未来,” operated by 電話占い株式会社, launched a web tool on April 2, 2026, that uses tarot cards to provide a free reading on when users may meet their twin flame.
Renovation of aging Nagoya City pedestrian bridge completed—transformed beyond recognition
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株式会社MAT applied its flagship product, “マットスプレー,” in renovation work on a Nagoya City pedestrian bridge through its certified installer 株式会社末廣. The project beautifully restored the bridge’s walkway surface in a short time while harmonizing with the surrounding landscape.
Japan AI導入支援協会 established to support AI adoption from training through implementation
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The Japan AI Implementation Support Association, a general incorporated association (J-AIX), was established on April 1, 2026. The association provides training, implementation support, adoption support and information to help companies apply AI across their operations. At its founding, it also began operating its official media outlet, “AI JOURNAL,” and its AI services database, “AI CATALOG.” It aims to help companies bridge gaps in AI implementation and contribute to higher productivity and stronger competitiveness.
To celebrate the release of “Pragmata,” a campaign will be held at セブン-イレブン locations nationwide starting April 6! Those who purchase a PlayStation® Store Card will have a chance to win a life-size acrylic panel of Diana in a prize drawing!
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A campaign celebrating the release of “Pragmata” will begin at セブン-イレブン locations nationwide on April 6. Those who purchase an eligible PS Store Card will have a chance to win a life-size acrylic panel of Diana; 3 winners will be selected.
Orders are now open for the first and second editions of the TV anime “Durarara!!×2” Trading Ani-Art series, including Izaya and Shizuo Glitter Can Badges! Available through “AMNIBUS,” which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun accepting orders for original merchandise from the TV anime “Durarara!!×2,” including glitter can badges featuring Izaya and Shizuo, through its online store “AMNIBUS.”
Free webinar returns: “Tips for Facing an Uncertain Future: Future Estimation and Emerging Trend Discovery,” on making “accurate future forecasts” useful for business
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アスタミューゼ株式会社 is holding another free webinar on data-driven forecasting. The webinar aims to offer tips for companies seeking sustainable growth in uncertain times and is important for those in charge of new businesses and corporate planning.
“Yutaka Sado, conductor; 新日本フィルハーモニー交響楽団; Fumiaki Miura, violin” to take the stage at Osaka’s “temple of music”!
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Violinist Fumiaki Miura will perform with 新日本フィルハーモニー交響楽団, whose music director is conductor Yutaka Sado, at The Symphony Hall in Osaka. They will present an all-Brahms program on May 28, 2026.
Orders are now open for trading acrylic stands and vol. 3 trading heart-shaped can badges from the TV anime “Shugo Chara!” Available through “AMNIBUS,” which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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Almabianca has begun accepting orders for 6 types of original merchandise from the TV anime “Shugo Chara!” through its online store “AMNIBUS.” The lineup includes acrylic stands with designs suited for everyday use.
Drawing closer to your “ideal self” through process—transformational training launches in fiscal 2026 to raise the bar for organizations!
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Sales support provider “Sales Hack” held transformational training (study sessions) to raise organizational standards ahead of fiscal 2026. Participants shared approaches to designing processes for achieving goals, providing feedback from the other person’s perspective, and articulating ideas with the help of AI.
Korean daily care brand “IHOPE” to exhibit at “2026 Tokyo K-Premium Consumer Goods Show”
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Korean daily care brand “IHOPE” has decided to exhibit at the “2026 Tokyo K-Premium Consumer Goods Show,” which will be held in Tokyo in April 2026. The brand aims to make a full-scale expansion into Japan.
NTT DOCOMO will launch the “Google Pixel 10a” on April 14, 2026, and a Japan-exclusive model created in collaboration with ヘラルボニー on May 20. The new model is intended to enhance user convenience.
【Hero Egg × Kura Sushi】In the future, we might not be able to eat sushi?! An SDGs experience event where participants learn through the latest technology and games will be held on Saturday, April 25!
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株式会社Meta Heroes (Hero Egg) and Kura Sushi Co., Ltd. will hold an “Learn about SDGs through Sushi” experience event at Hero Egg in Osaka on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Through the latest technology and games, children will learn about SDGs challenges such as marine environmental issues and food problems, and get to design future sushi in 3DCG. The event is for students in grades 4 through 6, and admission is free.
Shopping, tourism and advertising set for major transformation in 2026: The latest in “experiential marketing,” a new trend for the “digital fatigue era,” engaging all five senses
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RX Japan will hold the “26th Marketing Week -Spring 2026-” at Tokyo Big Sight starting April 22, 2026, with “experiential marketing” against the backdrop of digital fatigue as its theme.
“I want to ask, but I can’t…” Top 4 common workplace communication challenges for childcare workers
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株式会社アスカ has announced the results of a survey on workplace communication among childcare workers. The most common concern was “difficulty finding the right time to ask questions or seek advice,” highlighting communication challenges caused by the busy nature of childcare settings.
“QuickCheck,” an AI security questionnaire response support service, completes implementation and delivery to a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
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株式会社AIセキュリティソリューションズ’ “QuickCheck,” an automated AI security questionnaire response service, has been officially adopted by a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market and has begun operations.
74% recoup initial costs within 2 years! Survey examines hair removal machine investment and salon startup costs
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株式会社レディーバード surveyed 50 people involved in hair removal salons about startup costs. The most common total initial cost range was “301–500万円,” and the survey found that many owners recoup their initial investment within 2 years.
Reprinted soon after release: Puppies drawn in the Edo period are a hit, with a 3rd printing confirmed for the illustrated catalog and art book “Nagasawa Rosetsu”!
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“Nagasawa Rosetsu,” an exhibition catalog and book published by Tokyo Bijutsu, is going into its 3rd printing just 2 weeks after release, bringing its total circulation to 18,000 copies.
Orders open for collaboration items from “Touhou Project” and “Matsumoto Noto” on AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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Almabianca has begun accepting orders through its online store “AMNIBUS” for collaboration merchandise featuring “Touhou Project” and illustrator 松本能人.
Tatsuya Sato, representative of Karada Note, appeared in a collaboration video between the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s “Tomoiiku Project” and Orange Page, sharing tips on parenting as a couple.
Sky株式会社 is sponsoring a contest hosted on the competitive programming platform AtCoder. The event will be called the “Sky株式会社 Programming Contest 2026,” with the aim of recruiting highly skilled engineers.
Orders open for newly illustrated “American Diner ver.” trading acrylic cards and more from the TV anime Delicious in Dungeon!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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Alma Bianca Co., Ltd. has begun accepting orders for new products, including “Newly Illustrated American Diner ver. Trading Acrylic Cards” from the TV anime Delicious in Dungeon, through its original merchandise online store AMNIBUS.
TOPPAN begins offering UCDisplay® LIVE, a non-cloud-based automatic interpreting display
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TOPPAN will begin offering UCDisplay® LIVE, a non-cloud-based automatic interpreting display, on April 3, 2026. The service enables near-real-time automatic interpretation in a highly secure environment where conversation data does not pass through external servers. It can be used for face-to-face consultations at public, medical and financial institutions handling highly confidential information, as well as in locations with unstable communications. TOPPAN aims to generate approximately 2 billion yen in sales by 2028 across its multilingual services, including this service.
Learn about the impact of higher out-of-pocket costs for high-cost medical care: “Medical and Health Disparities Study Session” held by a group consumer cooperative [Kyosairen]
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Palsystem Kyosairen held a “Medical and Health Disparities Study Session,” discussing the serious impact of the government’s increase to the maximum out-of-pocket payment under the high-cost medical care system.
Partnering with 小美玉市, 北茨城市, つくば市 and 阿見町 on childcare support; cooperation on birth gifts and childcare information [Ibaraki, Tochigi]
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Palsystem Ibaraki Tochigi has signed childcare support agreements with 4 municipalities in Ibaraki Prefecture and begun providing birth gifts during visits to families with newborns and other administrative services.
Dai-ichi Hoki’s “D1‐Law.com Current Laws Free” begins integration with the “SUGURAKU” Word add-in!
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Dai-ichi Hoki’s free legal information database “D1‐Law.com Current Laws Free” has begun integration with FRAIM’s “SUGURAKU” Word add-in. Users can now check laws and related information for free in Word, making document creation more efficient.
YE Digital significantly enhances shipping functions in its WES, MMLogiStation
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YE Digital has enhanced the shipping functions of its warehouse automation system MMLogiStation, with availability beginning in June 2026. The update introduces Wave control to keep operations running even during peak periods.
Company employee publishes book related to AI agents
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USAC System announced that a book written by its AI Agent Business Division head, Ueno Masahiro, titled 『図解まるわかり AIエージェントのしくみ』, will be published by 翔泳社 on April 13, 2026.
[Osaka, Tenroku] Women-only machine Pilates × self-esthetic treatments offer a smart beauty routine. Star Pilates Osaka Tenroku Studio to reopen at a new location on April 5, 2026.
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Star Pilates Osaka Tenroku Studio, operated by SDエンターテイメント, will reopen at a new location in the Tenjinbashisuji shopping arcade area on April 5, 2026. It offers a new beauty routine combining women-only machine Pilates with free self-esthetic treatments.
“General Employer Action Plan” established under the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace
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Metawater Co., Ltd. has established a “General Employer Action Plan” under the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace, covering April 2026 through March 2031.
DRIVER Co., Ltd. to exhibit at the 7th Kansai Logistics Expo, KANSAI LOGIX 2026 — proposing comprehensive support for transport companies through the driver recruitment site ドラEVER and the DX vehicle management tool 運SOUL
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DRIVER Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the 7th Kansai Logistics Expo, KANSAI LOGIX 2026, showcasing its driver recruitment site and the DX vehicle management tool 運SOUL.
[Putting self-conditioning into practice] Launch of a self-conditioning training and video program, designed by level to help employees build habits for managing their own condition
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Fractal Workout Inc. has begun offering its “Self-Conditioning Training and Video Program,” designed to help employees build habits for managing their own condition.
MOLTON’s automated generation of legal due diligence reports highly rated by lawyers as “almost ready to use as is,” showcasing the progress of legal DD × AI
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MOLTON Inc. has developed technology that uses AI to automatically generate a 60-page report for legal due diligence in M&A. Lawyers have praised it as “almost ready to use as is.”
[Event report] Startup iHistory proposes “MAP 3.0,” a new concept for maps. Experience Kyoto in spatial form with the Apple Vision Pro app PointMap+Life(αVer.)
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iHistory Inc. held an event proposing “MAP 3.0,” a new concept that defines a map as “a canvas for expressing memories.”
ACPA launches an “Open Badge Quality Assurance (Third-Party Certification)” business
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The Open Badge Network (OBN) and the Association for Practical Competency Assessment (ACPA) have jointly begun soliciting applications for third-party certification of open badge metadata as part of ACPA’s newly launched Open Badge Quality Assurance business. The initiative aims to clarify the trustworthiness and value of open badges, and initial certification will be provided free of charge. A seminar on skills strategies for “organizations of choice” in 2026 will also be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, and will include a presentation on ACPA’s open badge certification.
Venture capital firm ON&BOARD to hold DEMO DAY for the 4th cohort of its startup support program “Out of BOUNDS” at Global Business Hub Tokyo on May 13
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Venture capital firm ON&BOARD will hold DEMO DAY for the 4th cohort of its startup support program “Out of BOUNDS” at Global Business Hub Tokyo on May 13, 2026.
Companies mentioned:ON&BOARD、三菱地所、BRICKS FUND TOKYO
Participating in a project commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States
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Izawa Towel received a direct order from Amazon.com (U.S. headquarters) to manufacture beach towels commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States in 2026.
Neuralport unveils “Brain Performance Personality℠,” a system for categorizing “brain performance characteristics” into types
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Neuralport has begun general availability of “Brain Performance Personality,” a new service that classifies brain performance characteristics into 8 types based on 12 questions.
Exploring New Inspection Methods for Building Inspections—Testing Efficiency Gains with Drones and Image Analysis
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Asahi Technology and JR West conducted a field trial using autonomous drone flight and image analysis to inspect station facilities. They confirmed improved inspection efficiency and accuracy while ensuring safety.
[VIGARAX] A “self-sufficient, fully connected” forward base goes live simply by being placed on site. Launch of the 13-foot, fully off-grid power base “電力BASE(PHB)”
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ヴィガラクス株式会社 has begun accepting orders for “電力BASE(PHB),” a 13-foot, fully off-grid power base that operates without resupply or staff. Combining solar power, batteries and satellite communications, it can rapidly establish power and communications infrastructure at disaster sites and construction locations.
[独自調査] Prevent electrical problems before they occur with a comprehensive spring inspection!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
BEST365, operated by BEST株式会社, surveyed 100 people who had previously experienced electrical problems. It is promoting the need for a “comprehensive spring inspection” before summer.
34 inquiries about whether to lease or buy a multifunction copier; top 3 comparison criteria revealed [OFFICE110]
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OFFICE110, operated by 株式会社ベルテクノス, found that inquiries comparing leasing and purchasing when introducing multifunction copiers accounted for 32.1% of the total. Cost burden, maintenance and contract length were the main factors in the decision.
Aomori-based startup appcycle raises funds through a syndicated loan from みずほ銀行 and 日本政策金融公庫!
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Aomori Prefecture-based startup appcycle secured a syndicated loan from みずほ銀行 and 日本政策金融公庫. It will invest in expanding production and research and development of RINGO-TEX®, a bio-based leather made from apples.