https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 940 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 22 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52194Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアルペン will roll out the 2026 spring/summer collection of the “renoma golf Base Series” at Golf 5 stores nationwide and elsewhere. The collection features street-inspired golf wear with a focus on how it looks from behind. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52193https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52193Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Mycat has released “Review Report,” a new free feature for its AI-powered automated Google review reply tool, MapBoost. The feature compares 4 metrics—Google review ratings, number of reviews, response rate and growth rate—with industry averages and assigns an overall score out of 100. It also analyzes low-scoring areas and proposes the 3 most effective improvement actions in order of priority. The company plans to add features to compare businesses with competitors and track score trends. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52192Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA project to implement physical AI at manufacturing sites, jointly advanced by 3 companies—JTEKT, Upstage AI and カラクリ—has been selected for an AWS Japan support program. The project aims to realize autonomous production systems in the manufacturing industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52191Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES辰巳出版’s Shi-Ba, a magazine specializing in Japanese dogs, has released 11 official Shiba Inu products in its online store to mark “Shiba Inu Day” on April 8. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52190Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日東書院本社 released a book on April 7 explaining the money and programs related to pregnancy, childbirth and childcare. It was supervised by financial planner 畠中雅子. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52189Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBCLカンパニー will launch “Moist Serum Hair Lotion” from time-saving cosmetics brand “Saborino” on April 7, 2026. The product shortens blow-drying time and helps prevent frizz. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52188Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カンリー will hold an online seminar on April 21, 22 and 23, 2026, examining how consumers search for stores when choosing sweets as gifts and the influence of reviews. Based on a consumer survey, the seminar will explain how customers find stores and how reviews affect their decisions to visit. The company provides the SaaS products “カンリー店舗集客” and “カンリー福利厚生.” Its co-representatives are 辰巳衛 and 秋山祐太朗. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52187Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コアミックス announced that it will release 1 new Zenon Comics title on April 7, 2026. The specific title was not disclosed; the release is part of the company’s regular publishing program and provides an update for fans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52186Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社竹書房 will release Volume 1 of the science-fiction isekai comedy manga “I’m in the Imperial Space Force, but I’ve been stranded on an unexplored planet. Why does this planet have magic!?” on April 7, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52185Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Space Quarters successfully demonstrated electron-beam welding of metal materials and lunar regolith building materials in simulated microgravity and lunar-gravity environments aboard an aircraft. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52184Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社竹書房 will release Volume 1 of the isekai fantasy comic “My Childhood Friends Oppressed Me, but I Awakened the ‘Saintess Appointment’ Skill and Turned the Tables!” on April 7, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52183Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVolume 1 of the isekai youth-school comic “Battle Healers: The Adventures of a Boy with Great Ambitions” will be released by 竹書房 on April 7, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52182Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDHC and 東洋インキ, among others, have developed a technology to recycle the aluminum pouches used for supplements. They aim to use the technology to build and commercialize a new circular recycling model for used pouches. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52181Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESツナググループ・ホールディングス has launched Findin Core, a service specializing in optimizing traffic to recruitment sites for industries facing labor shortages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52180Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESU.S.-based casual lifestyle brand ’47 is marking April 7 as “’47 Day” with a promotion highlighting the brand’s history and roots, dating back to its founding in 1947. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52179Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOsaka-based electrical installation contractor 光徳電興株式会社 received “White Company” certification effective April 1, 2026. Its employee development and improvements to workplace engagement, including through its 光徳アカデミー training program using video courses, were recognized. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52178Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMONOQLO, the product-testing magazine, compared 26 prosciutto products available at supermarkets and online. It announced its Top 10 picks, ideal as snacks with drinks and distinguished by their rich umami and aged aroma. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52177Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by キューサイ of people aged 40–69 found that 78% were eager to take on a “first-ever” challenge, but about 36% gave up due to physical stamina or age. Self-care is key to encouraging people to take on challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52176Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESホワイト財団 will hold a free webinar on April 22 for recruiters and executives on preventing hiring mismatches and attracting candidates who are a good fit for their companies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52175Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バイウィル and 岩手県遠野市 signed a “Partnership Agreement on Carbon Neutrality Initiatives” on March 30, 2026. The partners will promote initiatives including the generation of J-Credits using Tono’s forest resources. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52174Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バイウィル has become the inaugural external facilitator for コニカミノルタ’s “Environmental Digital Platform” and will hold a working group on Scope2 reduction starting in April 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52173Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESホワイト財団 renewed 株式会社GAGA’s White Company certification at the top “Platinum” rank. The company, based in Nagoya, was highly rated for initiatives including its “Unit Price Increase Incentive System,” which returns increases in customer spending to engineers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52172Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Reckoner,” a cloud-based ETL tool offered by 株式会社スリーシェイク, earned 2 stars in the alliance category of サイボウズ株式会社’s partner evaluation program “CyPN Report 2026” for the second consecutive year. “Reckoner” automates data integration between systems without coding. Since 2024, it has provided a dedicated website for “kintone” users featuring case studies. The award recognized its contributions to improving the efficiency of data integration, optimizing overall operations, and building a foundation for data utilization. The company plans to continue contributing to greater operational efficiency and more advanced data utilization among “kintone” users. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52171Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFISソリューションズ will hold an April 24 briefing in 鳥取県 on management assessment services for a subsidy program supporting wage increases and productivity improvements at small and midsize businesses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52170Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LANY has released a guidebook on AI search (LLMO) optimization for BtoB companies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52169Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“ゆめかわいっぱい！ じょうずにかける かわいいおえかきレッスン,” an illustration lesson book for preschoolers and children in the early elementary grades, goes on sale April 7. Readers can create dreamy, cute illustrations simply by tracing the examples. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52168Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアノマリー will hold the final round of auditions for “NAIL the NAME,” a new team joining D.LEAGUE, and a performance by the finalists at the Japan high school dance club championship, to be held at Ryogoku Kokugikan on April 18. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52167Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Hacobu has published a case study on the adoption of its dispatch management service “MOVO Vista” by 後藤回漕店, a company with a history of more than 140 years. The move away from analog processes cut the workload for dispatch orders by about 40%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52166Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAhead of the 2026 Golden Week and other holiday travel periods, 和光堂 is sharing tips to address concerns among parents of children in the weaning-food stage, including a lack of time and nutrition while out. Its 3 key recommendations are hygiene, shorter wait times, and lighter loads, and it suggests using products such as commercially available baby food that can be carried at room temperature and “栄養マルシェ.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52165Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Japanese confectionery-themed workplace novel by 秋田柴子, selected on the creative writing site TALES, is to be published as a book by 朝日新聞出版. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52164Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BUZZ GROUP opened “BUZZ Shimokitazawa,” a rental dance studio available 24 hours a day, on April 1, 2026. It is conveniently located a 3-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52163Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シービージャパン launched “ELTO Quick Open Bottle 625” in March 2026, a stainless steel bottle that opens with one touch and is easy to carry with its handle. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52162Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社テンダ will co-host a webinar with アルダグラム and セーフィー on addressing reliance on individual know-how in construction site management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52161Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Too has published a case study on implementing Claris FileMaker at 自治医科大学. Low-code development replaced the center’s outdated reservation system and cut operating costs by 60%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52160Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCHIKYU株式会社 will exhibit at the “Randoseru Festival 2027” at 静岡伊勢丹, displaying and selling about 50 items, including 地球NASAランドセル. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52159Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社木村屋總本店 will launch “おむすびパン(鮭×クリームチーズ)” at its directly operated stores and online starting April 20, 2026. It is a distinctive savory bread for the spring outing season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52158Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “ワークマン公式アプリ,” developed with support from ヤプリ, won the special “Newcomer Award” at App Ape Award 2025. Its growth and contribution to an improved in-store experience were recognized. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52157Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLH株式会社 will open “DigiQ BBQ TERRACES,” with capacity for up to 160 people, at More’s City in front of Yokosuka-Chuo Station on April 25, 2026. The BBQ venue lets guests enjoy the experience without bringing their own supplies and will also run student discounts and an organizer support campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52156Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アジラ and 株式会社東京楽天地 have launched full-scale operation of the people-flow data platform “asilla BIZ” at the Rakutenchi Building in Kinshicho. The platform analyzes footage from existing security cameras to optimize facility operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52155Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRakuten Auto World has launched a special sale on steering wheel locks for car security and car fans to help prevent heatstroke, timed with the Shopping Marathon. It expects demand from people preparing for the new season and long drives during Golden Week. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52154Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJewelry brand “PARCELLE JEWELRY” has announced its April new releases and events at its Kyoto store on the first floor of Kyoto Takashimaya. Through in-store promotions, it aims to raise awareness of its new products and boost sales. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52153Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJewelry brand “PARCELLE JEWELRY” has announced its April new releases and events at its Kumamoto store on the first floor of the Main Building at Tsuruya Department Store. Details are not available, but the events aim to engage customers in-store and promote new products. The brand is stepping up its outreach to local customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52152Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES【伍福軒】will bring back its popular “Miso Ramen,” which received a favorable response, at all 9 locations from April 7, 2026. The popular dish, known for its carefully selected miso and rich back fat, is returning in response to customer requests. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52151Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES北海道を中心に活躍するピアニストYouTuber・ふみが、2026年5月から8月にかけ全国5箇所で初のランチ＆ディナーショーツアーを開催する。チケットはTIGETで独占販売中。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52150Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFrontier Inc. will speak at a seminar hosted by JICA for overseas systems vendors, sharing “Japanese companies’ selection criteria” based on more than 140,000 matching cases accumulated through its business-matching service “Ready Crew.” The initiative aims to promote collaboration between Japanese companies facing IT talent shortages and overseas tech companies, and deepen mutual understanding. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52149Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファンくる surveyed 1,003 members about household budgeting. The results showed that 93% feel the impact of rising prices, while 40% are facing the serious situation of being unable to save. Food is both the biggest expense (85%) and the category respondents least want to cut, while nearly half use point-earning activities to supplement living expenses or curb spending. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52148Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEC一元管理システム「GoQSystem」が楽天市場の「ソーシャルギフト」に対応し、ギフト注文の自動管理とプライバシー保護を実現しました。これにより、店舗のオペレーション負荷が軽減され、拡大するカジュアルギフト需要を取り込めるようになります。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52147Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イーオン has launched a campaign offering its English self-study service “VoiceTube Pro” free of charge for up to 6 months to participants in its corporate instructor-dispatch English training programs. The service aims to improve learning outcomes with AI-powered pronunciation correction and a wealth of video content. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52146Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNaturecan will launch its popular collagen peptide all-in-one drink at ナチュラルローソン on April 7, 2026. The brand aims to make its products more accessible and convenient for customers and expand its reach as a wellness brand, marking its 5th anniversary in Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52145Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaison Technology has adopted ユニリタ’s customer success platform “Growwwing” to strengthen its customer success operations and expand its iPaaS “HULFT Square.” This will reduce the time spent gathering information and allow the company to focus on developing hypotheses to enhance the value it provides to customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52144Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東洋 has launched the “Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Plush” as a crane game prize. It features a fluffy, chewy feel and a dessert-like design, and is expected to be a hit on social media. Available in 2 sizes, it will appear at amusement facilities under the supervision of professionals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52143Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe official website and fan club for idol group SEKAIE☆ have launched using “FaveConnect,” the fan communication platform from Nippon TV Wands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52142Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAtex will launch “Colanze (AX-HK940),” a compact, cordless low-frequency therapy device measuring 5 cm in diameter and weighing 27 g, on April 25, 2026. It joins “Lourdes,” a popular series with cumulative sales of more than 16 million units. The product is designed for convenient use at home or on the go. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52141Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSAMURAI will host a free webinar on April 16, 2026, demonstrating app development with "Claude Code" for non-programmers, accelerating DX and workflow automation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52140Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAction Channel and 日活 are collaborating to air the “Tetsuya Watari Special” and “Tatsuya Fuji Special” in April, showcasing masterpieces from the Nikkatsu New Action era. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52139Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES品川区 and Kewpie are joining forces to serve the “Shinagawa Aji Fry Bowl” for 3 days at the ward office cafeteria. This is the 12th installment of an initiative aimed at addressing vegetable shortages among ward residents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52138Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFindy株式会社 has announced Findy Context, a new product designed to reduce managers’ decision-making costs in the AI era and support productivity improvements in development organizations and AI-driven development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52137Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIIBC launched API integration between the TOEIC L&R IP Test (Online) and Recruit’s Study Sapuri ENGLISH on April 6, 2026. This makes it easier to take the test through the learning service and is expected to improve learning outcomes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52136Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTrepici at Awaji Highway Oasis has launched spring dishes and set menus, served alongside spectacular views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. The menu features pasta made with bamboo shoots and spring vegetables. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52135Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESProvision, a subscription French restaurant operated by 株式会社Bounty of Life, has unveiled its monthly menu for April. The 6 new dishes showcase the bounty of spring, and members can visit as often as they like without worrying about food and drink costs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52134Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES専門学校日本デザイナー学院 will host an illustration-making workshop on April 25, 2026, featuring popular illustrator Akira Egawa. Participants can learn the professional creative process and receive direct advice during a Q&A. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52133Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMOMI&TOY'S is launching 2 types of tiramisu crepes made with matcha and roasted green tea for a limited time. These new-style sweets focus on fragrance and flavor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52132Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 4th installment of Ubie株式会社’s “Survey on Access to Medical Care” found that 43.8% of people who received a C–D rating requiring further tests or similar follow-up in a health checkup had not visited a medical institution. The main reason for not seeking care was “unable to judge how serious it is” (45.8%), revealing a significant gap between understanding checkup results and seeking care. The company aims to improve access to appropriate medical care by using technology to communicate checkup results clearly. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52131Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESToyo Ink Co., Ltd. of the artience Group and 株式会社ディーエイチシー have successfully recycled aluminum pouches used for DHC supplements through joint research. This delamination recycling technology makes it possible to separate aluminum foil from plastic film, a process that has previously been difficult, and recover and reuse high-purity polyethylene film. This helps reduce the environmental impact of packaging materials and contributes to a circular society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52130Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ケー・エキスプレス will open “Tsuru Ton Tan THE SKY TOKYO” on the 7th floor of Tokyo Solamachi on June 5, 2026. At this gateway to Edo, it will offer a new dining experience combining Japanese aesthetics with innovation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52129Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESB&PLUS has announced a “linear multi-wireless power transfer system” that simultaneously delivers power without contact to multiple receivers moving in a straight line. It will be unveiled at an exhibition in Nagoya in April. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52128Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アップガレージグループ donated 100万円 in proceeds from charity sales at Tokyo Auto Salon, held in January 2025, to the Wajima City Council of Social Welfare to support recovery from the 令和6年 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. Since April 2024, the company has sent a total of more than 100 employees to Wajima City as disaster volunteers and has continued a range of support activities, including a visit to Ishikawa Prefecture in October of the same year. The donation was presented on March 24, 2026, with hopes for the earliest possible recovery of the affected areas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52127Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESポーターズ株式会社 and AGENT SUCCESS株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on April 14, 2026, to help recruitment agencies use AI to reduce their reliance on job platforms, secure exclusive listings, differentiate themselves from competitors, and achieve high profitability. The seminar will focus on sales methods and strategies for improving efficiency with AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52126Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本総研 is expanding its “childcare leave” program starting in April 2026. The eligibility age will be extended through junior high school, and reasons for taking leave will be expanded to include school nonattendance and developmental support, helping employees raising children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52125Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESW2株式会社 has standardized “AI-driven development (AIDD)” for EC platform development, using AI end to end from requirements definition through operations. It provides an AI utilization model directly linked to business outcomes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52124Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフージャースコーポレーション has introduced “First Mission BoxⓇ,” a disaster preparedness tool that encourages mutual aid among apartment residents, at the new condominium Duo Hills Rokkomichi in Kobe as a measure to prepare for large-scale disasters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52123Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オープンエイト will hold “Open8 Private Summit 2026,” focused on AI and HR. The event is for HR department heads and decision-makers and will explore the impact of AI advances on HR strategy, seeking optimal approaches to next-generation talent strategy and organizational design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52122Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMNインターファッション株式会社 will exhibit at “Fashion World Tokyo 2026 [Spring],” taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 to 10, 2026. The company will showcase sustainable materials and high-quality apparel products to the world and promote global expansion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52121Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人横浜市観光協会 (YCVB) has earned Superior, an advanced certification under Yokohama City’s SDGs certification program “Y-SDGs.” As the DMO driving Yokohama’s tourism MICE sector, YCVB promotes the city’s appeal in Japan and abroad and advances tourism-led community development that extends the vibrancy created by diverse visitors into business, culture, education, and residents’ lives. Its efforts to promote tourism MICE, improve the environment for visitors, and collaborate with local communities were particularly recognized. Going forward, it will strengthen ties with approximately 600 supporting members, businesses, and local communities to develop a sustainable tourism destination. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52120Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人キャンサーネットジャパン will hold “Blood Cancer Know-It Night,” an online seminar on acute leukemia in children, on June 12, 2026. The free seminar is open to everyone, including patients and healthcare professionals, and will provide information on advances in blood cancer treatment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52119Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsubishi Jisho Real Estate Service releases office information magazine “OJ Office Journal vol.49.” This issue features the Hamamatsucho-Shibaura area, which is attracting attention from the IT industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52118Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey by Wakomono Research, more female than male high school students hope to move to Tokyo, driven by expectations of the city's convenience and enriching living environment. The survey highlights young people's aspirations for urban life and the realities they face. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52117Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES舞鶴市、市議会、商工会議所が北陸新幹線舞鶴ルート誘致のため「北陸新幹線舞鶴誘致促進会議」を設立。令和8年4月29日に設立総会と記念講演会を開催し、機運醸成を図る。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52116Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRidilover and Tsunagumu are holding “Field Academy LITE 2025,” with Kyoto City as the partner for recommendations. 6 companies and 15 participants are working to solve regional challenges, promoting talent development and regional collaboration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52115Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESArchitect Developer Co., Ltd. (changing its name to Teikoku Real Estate on May 1) held its 2026 entrance ceremony. Representative Hiroki Kimoto told 51 new employees about the importance of continuing to take on challenges using diverse perspectives. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52114Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt the request of customers, money-learning content has been added for the first time to Tenjin, a tablet-based educational resource for young children. The 2 activities, “Let’s Touch (Money)” (beginner) and “Exchanging Money” (intermediate), offer a fun introduction to financial education. A free trial is also available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52113Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES4 construction tech startups, including SORABITO株式会社, will hold a joint recruitment event, “The Legacy Industry's Counterattack: There Are Markets AI Can't Wipe Out,” on April 23, 2026. The event aims to drive transformation through technology in response to the construction industry's digital transformation and labor shortage challenges, while attracting the next generation of talent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52112Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEmotion Tech Inc. will exhibit and give a seminar on unstructured text data analysis for the pharmaceutical industry at “Pharma IT & Digital Health Expo 2026,” to be held in April 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52111Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe number of sites using ReviCo, a review tool offered by visumo, has surpassed 400. By leveraging AI and reviews, it supports corporate business strategies, achieving an average review submission rate of 8.8% and a 1.75-times CVR through AI-generated review summaries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52110Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKarakuri, JTEKT and Upstage AI have been selected for the “Physical AI Development Support Program by AWS Japan,” offered by AWS Japan. Through the program, the 3 companies will explore the potential of physical AI in manufacturing and aim to put autonomous, adaptive production systems into practical use at JTEKT's factories. Support will run for about 6 months from March 2026, with a results presentation scheduled for July. The program also includes AWS credits worth up to US$6 million. Each company will draw on its strengths to help address challenges facing Japanese manufacturing, including labor shortages and the transfer of skilled workers' expertise. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52109Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRed Cliff Inc. and certified NPO Good Neighbors Japan will hold a free drone programming experience event for middle and high school students from single-parent households on April 25, 2026. The event aims to broaden children's future options by offering career talks and hands-on programming experience from a STEM education perspective. In response to the limited access to advanced technology caused by financial constraints, the organizers seek to reduce disparities in access to such experiences through drone technology. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52108Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKurashicom has expanded distribution of its popular YouTube original drama “ひとりごとエプロン” across major video streaming services in Japan (FOD, Prime Video, U-NEXT) and on television and digital platforms in South Korea. The series has surpassed 17 million total views and grown into global content, with overseas viewers accounting for 20%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52107Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the release of its first recipe book, “Is this “jam” or not?,” Aohata will run a collaborative campaign at bookstores nationwide. The campaign will propose new ways to enjoy jam and expand customer engagement through measures such as installing strawberry-scented diffusers and giving away limited-edition book covers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52106Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTrim Inc. installed its “mamaro™” baby care room at Nagoya City Child and Parenting Support Center (758 Kids Station) on March 25, 2026. “mamaro™” is a fully private baby care room for nursing, diaper changes and changing clothes, and installations are expanding at commercial and public facilities across Japan. In December 2025, it reached 900 installations and 1.6 million cumulative uses. Trim is advancing product development and installations under its mission to “provide a better child-rearing environment.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52105Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESスカイパックツアーズは、スカイマークの神戸⇔那覇線増便を記念し、ダイナミックパッケージ『たす旅』利用者向けのキャンペーンを開始します。対象便の利用で最大5,000円の割引クーポンが適用され、旅行期間は2026年6月1日から10月24日までです。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52104Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHideki Mamoto and Ami Wada, creators affiliated with 株式会社GOKKO, received the Special Jury Prize at the World AI Film Festival 2026 in KYOTO. Their work was highly praised for its exploration of new possibilities in visual expression using AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52103Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCykinso has launched Mykinso Explorer, a research support app that draws on more than 200,000 gut microbiome data records. Aimed at research and development and marketing professionals at food, beverage and supplement makers, it integrates consumer and gut microbiome data to provide end-to-end support, from exploring hypotheses to designing validation studies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52102Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCertified NPO Good Neighbors Japan and Red Cliff Co., Ltd. will hold a free drone programming experience event for junior and senior high school students from single-parent families on April 25, 2026. The event aims to give children hands-on experience and broaden their future options. The program will include a career talk by Komei Sasaki, representative director of Red Cliff Co., Ltd., and a drone programming experience. Good Neighbors Japan has been operating “Good Space” with a grant from the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for Social Welfare and Public Health from December 2025 through August 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52101Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSkater Co., Ltd. has launched a new product based on the popular anime “Detective Conan.” The acrylic keychains, featuring distinctive star-shaped carabiners, are available in 5 types and are being offered as collectibles for fans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52100Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe winners of the “OPPO LUMO AWARDS” photography contest, organized by Ouga Japan Co., Ltd., have been announced. The contest aims to showcase the camera performance of the company’s smartphones and energize its user community. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52099Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESローランド ディー.ジー.株式会社 has expanded the features of its design and output software “Roland DG Connect Designer” and added a new feature, “ColorMatch,” to its RIP software “VersaWorks 7.” The enhancements aim to seamlessly connect design, color management and output, improving the efficiency and quality of print operations overall. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52098Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNikkiso delivered a liquid hydrogen pump skid for the technical development of a hydrogen fuel supply system being carried out by Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Kobe Steel in Kobe. It will contribute to the demonstration of the world’s first next-generation system and enable energy savings in power generation facilities and lower operating costs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52097Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRoland DG announced the TrueVis VG4 series of new-generation large-format inkjet printers (VG4-640/VG4-540). The newly developed printhead and GBL-free TR3 ink improve high-definition output and color reproduction, while remote operation and PC-less operation significantly boost work efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52096Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSakura Office has announced the results of home inspections of existing detached houses conducted in 2025. It published rates of major defects found in older properties, including signs of possible leaks in more than 65% of homes over 31 years old, providing important information for prospective buyers of existing detached houses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260407-09/index-en-p6.html#n52095Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFermenstation is a startup aiming to build a society that regenerates and circulates underused resources using its proprietary biomanufacturing technology. It released its 2025 impact report, reviewing a year of activities including business expansion into the food sector and B Corp renewal, and disclosing the process of trial and error involved in balancing business and social impact.