https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 490 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 75 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/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66602Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:49:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn April 21, 2026, 大阪音楽大学 will welcome piano tuner Kinichi Araki, who is trusted by world-renowned pianists, to give students a special lecture titled “Interactions Between Pianists and Piano Technicians: Behind the Scenes of Concerts.” It will offer a valuable opportunity to learn about the process of shaping sound and how professionals deal with problems behind the scenes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66603Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:47:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESProfessional basketball team 名古屋ダイヤモンドドルフィンズ will hold a used cooking oil collection event at its game against SR Shibuya. In cooperation with game partner Iwatani Tokai, the collected oil will be reused as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The initiative contributes to the realization of a decarbonized society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66604Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:45:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本クラシック音楽事業協会 has established Japan’s first “Classical Music Awards.” Prominent figures who contribute to the promotion of classical music will be appointed as ambassadors, with the aim of revitalizing the industry. The first awards ceremony will be held on September 4, “Classical Music Day.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66456Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOrion Breweries and others have announced the full program for the music festival “Orion Island Waves,” to be held on Senaga Island, Okinawa Prefecture, on April 18 and 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66457https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66457Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:39:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs it marks the milestones of its 55th and 50th anniversaries, Nanto Group visited media outlets in Okinawa Prefecture and made donations to children’s support funds as a gesture of gratitude to the community. 株式会社南都 and 南都物産株式会社 each donated 1 million yen to the Okinawa Times’ “Okinawa Children’s Future Project” and the Ryukyu Shimpo’s “Ryuchan Children’s Hope Fund,” respectively. The group has also continued its efforts to support the circumstances of children in local communities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66458https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66458Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:38:30 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 2026 premiere of the legendary stage production “破壊ランナー,” first presented in 1993, concluded to great acclaim. The archived performance is available to stream, and a group watch event will also be held on April 8. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66459https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66459Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:38:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESSales (about 21.9 billion yen) and visitor numbers (about 11.7 million) at MARK IS Fukuoka Momochi, a large commercial complex in Fukuoka City, reached record highs in fiscal 2025. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66460Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:37:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESShin Keiei Service Human Resources Strategy Institute will hold a seminar on personnel evaluation systems for small and medium-sized businesses on May 20, 2026, in Osaka, and on the 28th in Tokyo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66461Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:36:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Mikuni Port Morning Market will be held every Sunday starting April 19 in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture. Highlights include seasonal seafood from Mikuni Port and locally sourced ingredients for sale, breakfast served with views of the port, and a charcoal-grilling booth. The Fukui Sweet Shrimp Opening Festival is also scheduled for May 10, drawing attention as an event showcasing the region’s appeal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66462Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:35:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESSHUWAN Co., Ltd. has officially launched “ceramic-based lacquerware,” a new sake vessel combining porcelain and lacquer. Its distinctive design philosophy brings out the natural aroma and flavor of sake to the fullest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66463https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66463Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESDEAN & DELUCA has launched the new initiative “MEET LOCAL.” At 12 locations nationwide, limited-edition deli dishes made with ingredients discovered by chefs on visits to their regions will be offered for 3 days starting on the 2nd Friday of each month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66472Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCurrent students and graduates of 新潟国際自動車大学校 competed in Round 1 of the Motegi Champion Cup Race. They won and reached the podium in multiple classes, demonstrating the results of the school’s hands-on education. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66471Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to Teikoku Databank, there were 943 corporate bankruptcies nationwide in March 2026, exceeding the previous year’s figure for 4 consecutive months. Total liabilities also rose year on year for the first time in 3 months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66470Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTeikoku Databank released its national corporate bankruptcy statistics for fiscal 2025. There were 10,425 bankruptcies, exceeding 10,000 for the 2nd consecutive year, as high prices and labor shortages hit small and micro businesses hard. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66469Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSeven-Eleven Japan will begin rolling out the new “White Peach Flavor” from its “Seven Premium Choco Gummy” series, a hit product with approximately 36 million units sold to date, nationwide starting April 14. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66468https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66468Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTBWA HAKUHODOら3社が開発したサステナブルなベンチ「HOTABENCH」が、大阪・関西万博の閉幕に伴い大阪市此花区の正蓮寺川公園に移設された。万博のレガシーを継承する取り組みの一環である。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66467Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCocozas Co., Ltd. relocated its headquarters to Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato Ward, Tokyo, on April 8, 2026, in response to business growth and organizational expansion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66466Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSilver Egg Technology has published a report on the transformation and future of Japan’s department store and general merchandise retail market through the use of AI. It highlights the importance of promoting OMO and AI-powered “digital concierges.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66465Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66464Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルチザン exhibited a large-scale spatial artwork titled “Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom,” made with Japanese paper and recycled glass, at a ceremony in the Principality of Monaco. It generated a huge response in European media. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66473Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:29:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66474Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:29:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt the “National Oyster-1 Grand Prix 2026,” はらまる水産 and Oyster Professional from Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, each won runner-up awards in their respective categories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66475Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:27:19 +0900JapanPR TIMESSun Eight Trading Co., Ltd. will hold “Pistachio Green Week” at patisseries nationwide, featuring pistachio confectionery ingredients from the established Italian brand BABBI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66476Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:26:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESアールスリーインスティテュートが、「働きがいのある会社」ランキング小規模部門で12位などに選出。「人を大事にする」企業文化が評価された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66477Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:25:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アーキテクト has published an article for businesses analyzing trends among celebrities appearing in pharmaceutical commercials, using “Talent Power Ranking.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66478https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66478Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:21:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEXST株式会社 will release the Meta Quest version of “Xmersive: UNIS,” an immersive VR live experience featuring the K-pop group “UNIS,” worldwide simultaneously on April 8, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66479https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66479Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHot yoga studio “loIve,” operated by 株式会社LOIVE, ranked No. 1 in all 7 categories, including “Overall Satisfaction,” in the GMO Customer Satisfaction Rankings. The results reflect high ratings for instructor quality and cleanliness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66480Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:18:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ソーシャルインパクト・リサーチ will hold a free online seminar, informed by GPIF’s latest perspectives, on “translating non-financial information into financial results and corporate value.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66481Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:16:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation has published “Sustainable Communications (Issue 91): Trends in Integrated Reports.” The number of listed companies issuing integrated reports rose to 1,134 in 2025, and efforts to improve machine readability with AI analysis in mind are evident. The Nikkei Integrated Report Awards 2025 recognized improvements in disclosure quality. With the start of SSBJ standards application, integrated reports are expected to be positioned as a “central medium for communicating corporate strategy.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66482Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:16:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESBASE LAYER HOTEL NAGOYA NISHIKI in Nagoya’s Nishiki district has launched “ROOM 0” by BLH, a new service for enjoying sports while traveling. The first offering is a rental service for New Balance running gear. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66330Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エクシード has launched a support package for holding “ROBLOX ARCADE,” an event where attendees can try Roblox games created by middle and high school students. The package makes it easier to hold events nationwide, and the second installment will take place in Saga City. It promotes the development of digital talent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66338Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミショナ released “Elme MCP,” a new feature for its LINE operations tool “L Message,” on April 6, 2026. The feature links L Message data with external AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude, providing end-to-end support from analysis to improvement proposals, with the aim of making marketing initiatives more efficient and effective. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66337Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESVICREA Co., Ltd. will launch “Re:KERATIN (Re Keratin),” a new hair-care brand focused on keratin, the same ingredient found in hair, exclusively at ウエルシアグループ stores starting April 25, 2026. Formulated with the world’s first “keratin water” and keratin at an approximately 2,000-times-higher concentration than ever before, the products aim to replenish hair with keratin while washing, for a salon-fresh finish. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66336Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMamoru Masumoto, representative director of 株式会社トルビズオン, delivered a lecture on “AI × drones” at “F.LAB,” a student event held in Fukuoka. The event aims to develop the next generation of talent to address labor shortages and local challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66335Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 公益財団法人日本ライフセービング協会 held the “17th All-Japan Student Lifesaving Pool Championships” on February 14 and 15, 2026. Yuna Jinnai, Miyu Oda and Shuya Ishida of 東海大学湘南体育会, along with Kota Sekiguchi of 早稲田大学, were among the standout competitors. A new tournament record was also set. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66334Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDaytona Corporation has begun general sales of the “MAEHIRO DOME EXTRA,” a high-ceiling, spacious 2-room dome tent ideal for couples camping by car. Its lightweight, compact design makes it comfortable to use even in vehicles with limited cargo capacity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66333Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing will reopen its semi-flagship store “Kawai Kanazawa” on April 18. The store will feature sales of the flagship grand piano “Shigeru Kawai,” a music school and the “燈Akari” music salon, and aims to become a hub for sharing local music culture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66332Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMONO BRAIN, developer of the “MODEL SAFE” AI security platform, has joined 一般社団法人AIガバナンス協会 (AIGA) as a full member. Drawing on its track record of detecting more than 3,000 AI attacks, MONO BRAIN will contribute to putting “proactive AI governance” into practice in society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66331Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by 株式会社リスミィ of unmarried people in their 20s to 40s found that 56.7% were satisfied with their lives, while about 80% felt anxious about the future; 40.3% of those did not talk to anyone about it. Enjoying solo activities was a reason for satisfaction, but concerns about life plans and finances were significant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66339Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:04:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“sio” owner-chef Shusaku Toba and contemporary artist Ken Kagami have collaborated to create a new type of seasoned salt, “Kono Shio Oishīo.” More than a simple seasoning, it is a “fashion item” that transforms kitchens and dining tables into art scenes, with a minimalist, witty design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66340Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:02:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GREENING and FHG HOTELS have launched “ROOM ０” by BLH, a new service at “BASE LAYER HOTEL NAGOYA NISHIKI” in Nagoya that lets guests enjoy sports while traveling. In partnership with New Balance, the hotel lends out running apparel and shoes and offers a special experience for participants in the Nagoya Women’s Marathon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66341Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:01:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt its 2026 onboarding ceremony, LAVA International held a program in which 437 new employees experienced yoga. The event took place over 2 days at 2 venues in Tokyo and Osaka, giving participants a shared sense of unity and physical and mental balance. It is a distinctive LAVA talent-development initiative designed to foster the ability to “center oneself” as a working adult. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66342Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESHITOWA Kids Life will open “Ivy Kids Yoyogi Nishisando,” Shibuya Ward’s first child development support center attached to a nursery school, in April 2026. The center aims to provide specialized developmental support for children with disabilities and comprehensive assistance through collaboration with the nursery school. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66343Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESMomotani Juntenkan will grand-open “CHEF de BEAUTÉ kyoto,” the first experiential flagship store for its skincare brand “CHEF de BEAUTÉ,” whose ambassador is actor Koyuki, in Kyoto on April 29, 2026. The store offers a “listen to your skin” experience that invites visitors to reconnect with how their skin feels through all 5 senses, tailoring a personal sense of comfort. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66345Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESDNP and the Association of Japanese Animations will use “Tokyo Anime Center” as a base to sell officially licensed merchandise featuring Japanese-origin IP in Japan and the U.S. around the same time. They aim to strengthen overseas distribution, combat counterfeiting and return revenue to rights holders. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66344Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESOrizuru Tower will open “ROOF TOP CAFE & BAR” for a limited time again in 2026. This year’s theme is “warm breeze & gentle time.” The venue will serve offerings that evoke Hiroshima and Japan, including items made with Hiroshima-grown ingredients and cocktails based on Japanese tea, in a special setting where guests can enjoy the transition from dusk to the night view. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66432Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インプレス will release “The IT Job Guide: Everything About Workplaces and People, Explained in Illustrations!,” a book that uses illustrations to explain 63 occupations in the IT industry, on April 8, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66431https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66431Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe JAF Gifu Branch will hold a “Miniature Rose Planter Workshop,” ideal as a Mother’s Day gift, at はなのかファーム on May 9, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66430Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new theater “東京建物 ぴあ シアター” will open in September 2026 inside the mixed-use complex “TOFROM YAESU TOWER” in front of Tokyo Station. The lineup for its opening series has been announced, including a play written and directed by Eri Watanabe and a much-anticipated production featuring a young cast. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66429Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe video streaming service ABEMA will stream all 137 episodes of “Kinnikuman,” a wrestling anime that defined the Showa era, free in a marathon starting April 16. Ahead of the new series, the service aims to bring back fans of the original and attract new viewers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66428Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn April 11, 2026, テレビ大阪 aired an episode of “THE Fishing” featuring Kohei Mori, a leading expert in chinning, visiting Kami-Amakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture, to target black porgy in the spring sea. The program brings the appeal of chinning, a popular style of fishing in urban rivers and port areas, to viewers nationwide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66427Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey on pets and noise conducted by 株式会社NEXER and Koshō Ltd. found that 29.5% of pet owners had worried that noise from their pets was disturbing their neighbors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66426Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA joint survey by online retailer WAVE and NEXER found that “making information easy to see and well organized” was the top priority in event poster design. “Adobe Illustrator” was also selected as the No. 1 tool people want to use for design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66425https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66425Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIdol group “CANDY TUNE” will release its first photo book to mark its 3rd anniversary. Titled “SUGAR AND HUES,” it will go on sale April 22. The eagerly awaited book for fans features a variety of photos taken in Thailand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66424https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66424Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES助成金なう, operated by 株式会社ナビット, will begin providing application support from April 8 for Mie Prefecture’s Subsidy for Promoting High-Value-Added Investment for medium-sized and small and medium-sized businesses, which offers up to 20 million yen. The program supports the strengthening of production facilities and the creation of high-value-added services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66423https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66423Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapan’s first glamping resort, 星のや富士, will offer its “Aromatic Peach Glamorous Breakfast” for a limited time from July 1 to August 31. Guests can savor 3 varieties of seasonal peaches from Yamanashi, Japan’s leading peach-producing region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66422https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66422Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTakeout bento chain Hotto Motto will launch “Grated Daikon Katsumeshi” and “Grated Daikon Katsu Bento” on April 15. These limited-time seasonal items pair tonkatsu with a special sauce made with bonito broth from Yaizu and grated daikon for a refreshing flavor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66421https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66421Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKinki Nippon Tourist will begin using SOKUYAKU, an online medical consultation service provided by J Frontier, to respond quickly when students suddenly fall ill during school trips. The new initiative puts students’ safety and peace of mind first while easing concerns among parents and schools. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66420https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66420Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESさとふる held a “さとふる Parent-Child Cooking Class” at ABCクッキングスタジオ on March 30, 2026, to promote milk consumption and support local dairy farming. 16 elementary school students and their parents learned about the appeal of milk and the realities of dairy farming through cooking with milk and interacting with dairy farmers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66419https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66419Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社movが運営する「口コミコム」が三井ガーデンホテルズの口コミを分析。直近1年間の平均評価は星4.32と高く、特に「設備」に関するポジティブな口コミが目立つことが判明した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66418Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESセルシス published a report on the 10th event for “モチコミonline,” an online manga submission service. 84 editorial departments took part, and about one in 4 participants had submitted their work for the first time in their lives. The event has become an important stepping stone for aspiring manga artists. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66417Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESArashi Muraki’s novel “雀ちょっちょ” has won the 45th Jiro Nitta Literary Award. The historical epic portrays the struggles of kyoka poet Ōta Nampo and was published by Bungeishunju in December 2025. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66416Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESセブン‐イレブン・ジャパン is launching 4 new sweets under the theme of “wa-modern.” Combining Japanese ingredients such as matcha and red bean paste with elements of Western confectionery, the products offer new flavors and add color to the spring sweets season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66415Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHome improvement retailer Komeri is holding its annual “Gardening Photo Contest 2026.” Entries can be submitted on Instagram and X, and winners will receive prizes such as gift cards. The contest aims to promote a culture of enjoying gardening. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66414Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESグンゼ株式会社 has announced price revisions for its plastic products in response to rising crude oil and naphtha prices amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, citing increases in raw material and logistics costs. Prices for Heptax nylon packaging film and Funcrea industrial olefin sheets will rise for shipments from April 21, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66413Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESReal estate information service At Home announced a ranking of cities in Saitama Prefecture with the most page views for rental properties. Kawaguchi City ranked No. 1 overall, reflecting its popularity among a broad range of people thanks to convenient access to central Tokyo and extensive childcare support. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66412Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNikkei Inc. has significantly expanded the information content available through its generative AI service for businesses, “NIKKEI KAI.” The number of articles and reports has topped 20 million, and the data coverage period has been extended back to 2000. The service now covers 53 specialist publications and approximately 550 industries using its proprietary “Nikkei NEEDS Industry Classification.” It also includes 100,000 economic and industry statistical series and information on around 20,000 domestic startups, and provides global information through its partnership with Statista. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66411Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNippon Sigmax announced a case study on introducing its MEDI AID insoles at Toyota Battery’s manufacturing sites. The initiative, led by female employees, proved an effective way to address foot strain caused by safety shoes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66410Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAudiobook distribution service audiobook.jp announced its monthly rankings for April. Literary works dominated the top spots, with the latest release in Fuyumi Ono’s “The Twelve Kingdoms” series taking No. 1 in individual purchases. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66409Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA BookLive survey found that about 60% of fans usually take part in fan activities alone. More than 90% cited being able to go at their own pace, showing that solo participation is the mainstream approach. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66408Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSuzuyo Corporation has received the “Excellent Employee Benefits Corporation (Regional Category)” award for the 2nd consecutive year under the Hataraquel 2026 employee benefits awards and certification program. The recognition reflects its longstanding efforts to enhance employee benefits and improve the workplace environment, based on a spirit of coexistence with its employees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66407Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG, has announced its predictions for 2026 food and cocktail trends. Drawing on insights from chefs and bartenders around the world, it highlights the future direction of food. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66406Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIMXC is streaming the latest episode of the Korean music program “SBS Inkigayo” exclusively on Prime Video’s “Music K,” ahead of other services in Japan. The April 5 broadcast featured 17 acts, including Kep1er, meeting demand among K-pop fans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66405Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Management Association Management Center (JMAM) is launching a new e-learning course in April to address stagnating progress on the SDGs. It will help companies develop next-generation sustainability strategies with a view to Beyond SDGs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66404Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUBE, a diversified chemical manufacturer, has introduced Techtouch’s DAP, “Techtouch,” to advance DX at its manufacturing sites. It aims to improve system adoption, reduce data-entry errors, ease administrators’ workload and upgrade operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66403Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe art festival “SICF27,” bringing together 170 emerging creators, is being held at Spiral in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. Tickets are now on sale through ArtSticker, operated by The Chain Museum. The event plays an important role in discovering and supporting new talent in the art world. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66402Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESロンハーマンとBAGGUが5度目のコラボレーションを実施し、ホワイトとネイビーのドット柄バッグを4月25日(土)に発売します。ミニ、ベビー、スタンダード、ビッグの4サイズ展開で、価格は3,300円から4,950円。ロンハーマンおよびRHCロンハーマンの各店舗とオンラインストアで購入可能です。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66401Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGMO Aozora Net Bank began full-scale operation of its “AI Operator Desk,” available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, on April 8. Using RAG technology, it aims to eliminate customer support wait times by responding to inquiries instantly. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66400Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66399Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESInfolens has signed a licensing agreement for merchandise based on the popular indie game “Little Kitty, Big City” in Japan. The company will handle official merchandise from planning and development through sales. Product offerings are planned to meet fan expectations, building on the game’s popularity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66398Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPublisher Natsume-sha is releasing “Generative AI: Evolution and Applications—Understanding the Present and Future,” a new book explaining the basics of generative AI and its business applications, on April 17. Covering everything from how AI works to practical prompts, the book helps business professionals make use of AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66397Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHaier has launched “OKERU,” a clothes dryer that combines a compact design with a large 4kg drying capacity. Meeting the needs of modern consumers in space-constrained urban homes and those prioritizing time efficiency, it offers an efficient laundry solution that can be placed almost anywhere. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66396Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKimura Information Technology has launched “MOOTOON BIZ,” an AI-powered manga production service for businesses. Using AI, it addresses the high costs and long lead times that have traditionally challenged production, providing high-quality manga content as a one-stop service. It is expected to be used for corporate promotion and recruitment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66395Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVisitor registration has opened for “AI World,” an AI exhibition being held in Nagoya for the first time. Aimed at corporate DX and operational efficiency, it brings together the latest AI solutions. It offers business professionals an excellent opportunity to gather information and consider adoption. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66394Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Kyndryl Foundation has announced continued grants to 2 nonprofit organizations in Japan. Through the development of talent in cybersecurity, the initiative aims to support youth employment and strengthen resilience across society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66393Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Shopcounter Enterprise,” a leasing DX system for commercial facilities provided by COUNTERWORKS, has been adopted by Aeon Hokkaido. Aeon Hokkaido will use it to digitize tenant recruitment as it seeks to increase real estate business revenue and improve operational efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66392Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESびっくりドンキーは、4月8日から4月29日までの期間限定で、「北海道ミニソフト」3種類を100円引きの190円（税込）で提供するキャンペーンを実施します。北海道伊達市の牧家（ぼっか）の生乳を使用した濃厚でさっぱりとしたソフトクリームをお得に楽しめます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66391Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTD SYNNEX has earned Microsoft’s “Analytics on Microsoft Azure” Specialization. This advanced certification recognizes its expertise and track record in sophisticated data analytics solutions, and supports cloud migration and the development of data analytics platforms. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66390Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNetstars has announced “StarPay-X,” a gateway concept connecting the financial worlds of Web2 and Web3. Building on existing QR code payment infrastructure, it aims to bring Web3 finance into everyday use and has also successfully conducted a stablecoin payment pilot at Haneda Airport. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66389Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHashPort has begun providing its “HashPort Wallet” Web3 wallet functionality for Kansai Electric Power’s social contribution app “Moacto.” This enables users’ activity data within Moacto to be recorded and managed on the blockchain as SBTs (Soulbound Tokens), making social contribution activities visible. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66388Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpace BD is participating as a cooperating organization in the JAXA Space Strategy Fund project, “Research and Development on Overcoming Thermal Constraints and Improving the Performance of Small SAR Satellites Using Diamond Semiconductors.” 大熊ダイヤモンドデバイス is the lead organization, and Space BD will support the project from technology development in the space sector through market deployment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66387Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe popular airsoft gun “DESERT EAGLE .50AE JP EDITION CO2 ver. BK” is back in stock. It features powerful recoil from CO2 blowback and a realistic appearance, and its first production run sold out quickly. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66386Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe experiential resort facility リソルの森 will hold its “Firefly Night Tour” daily from May 23, 2026, through July 12. Visitors can experience a fantastical night with a nature guide in a rare environment inhabited by Genji and Heike fireflies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66385Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESオイテル株式会社 has installed OiTr, a service that provides free sanitary pads, at the Ikebukuro and Niiza campuses of 立教大学, and launched the service on April 4, 2026. The service supports diverse student lives and provides a restroom environment that everyone can use with peace of mind. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66384Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESスカイマティクス has established a new collaborative hub in Fukuoka Prefecture to accelerate construction DX in the Kyushu region. The company will promote digital transformation at construction sites by addressing challenges in drone surveying and 3D data adoption, while providing hands-on, locally rooted support and developing DX talent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66383Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES2.5-dimensional idol group 「クロノヴァ」 released its 2nd album, “Rise of Re:Virth,” today, April 8. The album is the culmination of the group’s 2 years of activities since its formation, and its first tour is also coming up. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66382Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YOCABITO’s LEADING EDGE brand of training equipment for home gyms has sold a cumulative 330,000 training benches. Its high-quality products, developed with user feedback, support home workouts for a wide range of people, from beginners to serious trainees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66381Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFusic has developed and delivered a “Satellite Monitoring Dashboard” for QPS研究所 to address the fragmented information and increased operational burden that come with operating numerous satellites. The dashboard will enable more advanced and efficient satellite operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66380Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFIVE – Grill & Lounge at ハイアット セントリック 金沢 will serve “Blissful Afternoon Tea with a Fragrant Hint of Melon” from May 18 through June 30, 2026, featuring an indulgent selection of seasonal melon. The menu includes a dessert bowl served in half a melon and savory items such as prosciutto and melon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260408-12/index-en-p2.html#n66379Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人外国人材活躍支援協会（CSAF）は、特定技能「外食業」分野における新規受入れ停止措置に対し、農林水産大臣と出入国在留管理庁長官宛に要望書を提出しました。この停止措置は、令和8年3月27日に発表され、外食業分野では制度創設以来初めての事態です。令和8年2月末時点で在留者数は約4万6千人に達し、5月には上限の5万人を超える見込みです。CSAFは、受入れ見込数の引き上げ、停止措置の早期解除、留学生の在留資格変更ルートの確保など8項目を要望しています。この措置は、外食業界の現場に深刻な影響を与え、内定取消や出店計画の見直し、営業時間短縮などが報告されています。