This wording will get you disqualified immediately: Examples and pitfalls under the new rules for the ¥1.3 million income threshold
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The General Incorporated Association CREA Jinzai Ikuei Kyokai will hold a media briefing explaining the criteria for assessing employment contracts and pitfalls under the new rules for the “¥1.3 million income threshold.”
AI-powered social media operations training launches: Create posts, generate images and improve analysis 3 times faster with AI
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Uravation will begin offering “AI × Social Media Operations Training” for businesses in April 2026. The program covers major social media platforms such as X and Instagram, and teaches methods for automating post writing, image generation and data analysis with AI. The standard training lasts 12 hours, with prices starting at ¥300,000.
[Business execution accuracy improves 40%] Autonomous phone AI agent “Su-pa-den” gets a new dialogue model—early access begins
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Kaitaku Inc. has begun early access to “voice2.0,” which equips its phone AI agent “Su-pa-den” with a new dialogue model. It can now handle complex business workflows, and business execution accuracy has improved 40%.
Seedance 2.0 integrated into Edimakor | AI video generation that lets you create exactly what you envision becomes reality
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HitPaw Edimakor will add the video generation model “Seedance 2.0” on April 7, 2026. This enables AI video generation with a high degree of control based on reference images and text.
“Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat” 2nd Anniversary Festival
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カプコン-authorized mobile game “Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat” marks 2 years of distribution in Asia and will hold an anniversary festival. The event will feature special gacha draws and limited-edition item giveaways.
PV up 31 times and bookings up 3 times within 5 months of adoption! Official launch of “Bakuyasu AI Medical Article Service,” which combines physician and nurse supervision with AI to cut medical article production costs to 1/5
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TechSuite株式会社 has officially launched “Bakuyasu AI Medical Article Service,” combining physician and nurse supervision with AI. Within 5 months of adoption, it achieved 31 times the PVs and 3 times the bookings, while cutting medical article production costs to 1/5, with the goal of providing high-quality content.
[For students] May 2 (Sat.) at 14:00—Accountant and YouTuber Akihiro Koyama takes the stage! Want to take a peek at my life 10 years after deciding to become an accountant in my 2nd year of university? [Free certified public accountant seminar]
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資格の学校TAC will hold a free seminar for students interested in becoming certified public accountants on May 2, 2026, featuring accountant and YouTuber Akihiro Koyama. He will share his career path and experiences, offering information to help students consider their future options.
Notice of official order acceptance for “Sovereign GaiXer,” a domestic generative AI platform — Generative AI on a palm-sized supercomputer. An on-premises generative AI solution that protects confidentiality and data sovereignty
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株式会社FIXER has begun accepting official orders for “Sovereign GaiXer,” a domestic on-premises generative AI platform designed to prioritize confidentiality and data sovereignty. This enables businesses to use generative AI securely without sending data outside their organizations.
[First in Japan] Anomaly detection without a GPU or cloud. 株式会社ZetaX develops anomaly detection hardware for manufacturing and infrastructure
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株式会社ZetaX has developed next-generation anomaly detection hardware that requires neither a GPU nor cloud services. Designed for manufacturing and infrastructure, it uses edge AI to eliminate security risks and reduce costs, helping maximize production efficiency.
For welcome parties! Spring banquet courses with a choice of options at popular izakaya “KUI-MONO-YA WAN,” “Kakko,” “SEN no NIWA,” “Te Tori Ashi Tori” and “Sapporo YASUKE”
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株式会社オーイズミフーズ has begun offering spring banquet courses suitable for welcome parties and other occasions at several izakaya brands, including “KUI-MONO-YA WAN.”
Please support the Kokenawa Group following its appearance on REAL VALUE.
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Following its appearance on the popular YouTube program “REAL VALUE,” Kokenawa Holdings is calling for greater understanding of and support for its business addressing social issues. The company works to roll out its disaster-preparedness product “Pocket Toilet” nationwide and runs the support-circulation project “Cycle Stock.” Against the backdrop of Japan’s relative poverty rate of 15.4% in 2021, a child poverty rate of 11.5%, and food waste totaling 4.64 million tons in fiscal 2023, it highlights the importance of “systems that connect people.” It is seeking support in 3 ways: donations, product purchases and following its social media accounts.
[Nagoya] A new kind of graduation ceremony where preschoolers give speeches in English. A graduation ceremony that nurtures self-esteem for the future.
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A graduation ceremony where preschoolers gave speeches in English was held at アライブインターナショナルスクール in Nagoya. It is drawing attention as an educational practice that fosters self-esteem and empathy.
—Toward a solution to the vacant-house problem— 株式会社ネクスウィル announces partnership agreement with Niigata Prefecture’s 村上市
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株式会社ネクスウィル and Niigata Prefecture’s 村上市 have signed a partnership agreement to address the vacant-house problem. The collaboration aims to promote the circulation and use of vacant homes in the city and revitalize the local community.
[Yokosuka, the urban sports city] “LiL’WiLD FINAL,” the competition to determine Japan’s top elementary school dance team, was held! —“TKG” from Saitama Prefecture wins 2 consecutive titles!
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The “LiL'WiLD FINAL” elementary school dance competition was held to great acclaim in 横須賀市, with “TKG” from Saitama Prefecture winning 2 consecutive titles. Young dancers from across the country gathered for the event, delivering high-level performances. It is significant for its role in discovering the next generation of stars.
WHATAWON will hold the outdoor market “Watashi no Wanko Marche” on April 19, 2026, and is seeking vendors offering dog-related products and services. The fee for an outdoor space is ¥5,000. A schnauzer meetup will also take place that day, featuring a “Schnauzer obstacle race” on the lawn. WHATAWON is a pet-friendly entertainment mall in Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture.
KANSAI COLLECTION 2026 S/S draws 27,900 visitors! A report on the electrifying event
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KANSAI COLLECTION 2026 S/S was held at Kyocera Dome Osaka, drawing 27,900 visitors and closing to great acclaim. In addition to fashion shows, numerous artists and models—including VALHALLA, iLiFE!, JINI and Miyuki Watanabe—appeared, filling the venue with excitement.
Special performance marking the opening of MoN Takanawa: Full details revealed for “MANGALOGUE: Phoenix,” an immersive live performance that stimulates the imagination through digital technology! Press conference report
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MoN Takanawa opened on April 6, 2026, at Tokyo’s Takanawa Gateway Station, and held a press conference for “MANGALOGUE: Phoenix,” a new performance at its in-house theater “Box1000.” This innovative performance combines manga, digital technology, voice actors and robotic arms to offer audiences a unique immersive experience.
3 matches—the quarterfinals, semifinals and Game 1 of the final of the 2025-26 Daido Life SV.LEAGUE WOMEN CHAMPIONSHIP, which opens April 10—will be broadcast live for free on ABEMA de J SPORTS
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ABEMA de J SPORTS will broadcast 3 matches live for free from the 2025-26 Daido Life SV.LEAGUE WOMEN CHAMPIONSHIP, which opens on April 10, 2026: Game 1 of the quarterfinals, semifinals and final. Matchups featuring powerhouse teams such as NECレッドロケッツ川崎 and 埼玉上尾メディックス are among the highlights.
Nasu Nakanishi refreshes their promotional photos for the first time in about 8 years!
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The comedy duo Nasu Nakanishi has refreshed its promotional photos for the first time in about 8 years. Kaga of かが屋 handled the shoot, and behind-the-scenes footage will be released on the duo’s YouTube channel.
Jonah releases new original song as opening theme for MBS/TBS Dramaism series “Shitsuren Karuta”; music video also released!
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Jonah’s new song “My Rectangle” has been released as the opening theme for the MBS/TBS drama “Shitsuren Karuta,” based on an original concept by Matayoshi of Peace. A music video directed by Mani Kato has also been released, drawing attention alongside the drama.
Companies mentioned:株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ&ライブ、eggman、Scrum Wave Music
Limited-time special sale of official NETFLIX merchandise for “K-Pop Demon Hunters” at タワーレコード Minatomirai Branch!
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株式会社コンテンツセブン will sell official NETFLIX merchandise for the popular anime “K-Pop Demon Hunters” for a limited time at the タワーレコード Minatomirai Branch from April 11 to 26, 2026. The event offers fans of the globally successful title a rare chance to see the merchandise in person.
Novel and vertical drama make a splash: “Survive! I’d Rather Start a Business Than Die” begins rolling out on 7 platforms, including Renta! and smash.
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株式会社フラッグシップオーケストラ will begin rolling out the novel-linked short drama “Survive! I’d Rather Start a Business Than Die” on 6 platforms, including Renta!, starting in April 2026.
Produced by JAEJOONG! Next-generation boy group KEYVITUP, featuring 2 Japanese members, makes its global debut!
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JAEJOONG-produced boy group KEYVITUP makes its global debut with its 1st EP, “KEYVITUP.” The group enters the global market with music that reimagines old-school hip-hop for a modern audience.
Why the ORICO MiniPro (MS10) can transform your desk setup
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ORICO has unveiled the MS10, an aluminum docking stand with a Mac Pro-inspired design for the Mac mini M4/M4 Pro. It features a 5-in-1 hub and supports adding up to 8TB of M.2 NVMe SSD storage, expanding your desk setup.
UPDF shares tips for using PDFs to streamline the increase in document work at the start of the new fiscal year
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Superace Software Technology Co., Ltd. introduces UPDF to streamline document work at the start of the new fiscal year. It supports editing, annotating and managing PDFs to improve business efficiency.
“剣と魔法のログレス いにしえの女神,” a full-fledged online RPG for smartphones: “One-Punch Man” anime collaboration begins!
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Marvelous Inc. launched a collaboration with the “One-Punch Man” anime in “剣と魔法のログレス いにしえの女神” on April 8, 2026. The collaboration features limited-edition weapon avatar “King Engine” and the character-themed Haken “Saitama,” among other items. Players can receive 100 Magic Stones by logging in and up to 972 Magic Stones when purchasing them. The collaboration event runs through April 21 or 22, 2026.
[Yokosuka, the city of urban sports] The “High School Street Dance Grand Prix 2026” finals were held! Hosoda Gakuen High School’s “The SEEK” takes its first championship!
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Hosoda Gakuen High School’s “The SEEK” won its first championship at the finals of the “High School Street Dance Grand Prix 2026,” held in 横須賀市.
Consumer attitudes and expectations in Japan’s smart building market: Survey results from レポートオーシャン株式会社
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レポートオーシャン株式会社 has released the results of a consumer survey on smart building features in Japan. The survey found strong interest in security and energy savings, alongside concerns about cost and privacy.
[New service] Launch of support for Copilot Studio implementation and in-house development, combining MBA expertise with technical capabilities
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Ragate Inc. has launched a new service supporting organizations from Microsoft Copilot Studio implementation through in-house development. It combines MBA expertise and technical capabilities to help businesses address challenges in adopting generative AI.
[Marking the publication of Japan’s first specialized book] “Sensory Play,” immersive sensory activities that draw out children’s creativity, to be featured at an experience event on Sunday, May 10!
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The Sensory Play Association will hold an experience event in Tokyo on May 10 to mark the publication of its book. The event will give parents and children the opportunity to experience “world-building,” a core element of “sensory play,” which draws out children’s creativity.
1 in 6 rental camper van users travels with their dog and sleeps in the vehicle; JAPAN C.R.C. supports pet-friendly travel
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A survey by キャンピングカー株式会社 found that 1 in 6 rental camper van users travels with a pet. The finding points to rising demand for pet-friendly camper vans, with “Happy One Premium” especially popular.
Explaining programs small and midsize corporations can use now: “Subsidy and Grant Utilization Seminar 2026 in Aomori” to be held April 16 (Thursday)
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The Japan Association of Small and Medium Enterprise Managers will hold the “Subsidy and Grant Utilization Seminar 2026 in Aomori” in Aomori City on April 16 for small and midsize corporations. The seminar will explain financial support measures to help address challenges such as rising labor costs.
Season 5 of “Sonic Rumble Party” launches with new stages and skins!
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セガ is holding a Season 5 event for the multiplayer party game “Sonic Rumble Party.” New stages and skins themed around Alice in Wonderland are available, and the event runs through May 20.
Yu Aoi: “It seems easy to keep up without overdoing it, and I can see myself managing my health”—she relates to the mild taste at the launch of a new commercial for “Bifidus Yogurt W with Bifidobacteria”
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Morinaga Milk Industry held a launch event for a new commercial for “Bifidus Yogurt W with Bifidobacteria.” Actress Yu Aoi, the new face of the commercial, attended and discussed the product’s appeal and her own gut-health routine. The product promotes its dual functions of reducing fat and improving intestinal health.
A one-day cultural experience combining morning hot pot, tea ceremony and a sake bar launches at わ乃桂, where visitors can experience traditional performing arts
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Fukuoka’s わ乃桂 has launched a one-day cultural experience combining morning hot pot, tea ceremony and a sake bar. The program aims to bring traditional performing arts closer to the public and make it easy for inbound tourists to enjoy Fukuoka’s culture.
ChatSense, a generative AI platform for large companies, launches email sharing for transcriptions
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株式会社ナレッジセンス has launched a feature on its corporate AI platform ChatSense that automatically emails completed AI transcriptions to designated members. The feature is intended to streamline the sharing of meeting minutes and reduce the risk of them being missed.
Ishii Clinic Beauty Lab.’s Ferment Line to launch its first “Travel Kit” on April 8, 2026
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ドクターイシイグループ will launch a “Travel Kit” on April 8, 2026, from its Ferment Line, formulated with its proprietary rice fermentation liquid “エフイシイ.” The kit includes 5 skincare products and a pouch.
Synopsis and preview images for Episode 1 of the TV anime “一畳間まんきつ暮らし!” released!
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株式会社ブシロードムーブ has released the synopsis and preview images for Episode 1 of the TV anime “一畳間まんきつ暮らし!” The story follows high school student Meiko Morita, who moves from Akita to Tokyo and begins dorm life with the dormitory’s young heiress, a video streamer and a gamer at a dorm that also houses a manga cafe. 株式会社ブシロード
“Kiratt,” a whitening specialty store with 30 locations nationwide, launches its official media channel, “Kiratt TV,” in earnest, with dentist supervision and a dental hygienist on staff.
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Whitening specialty store “Kiratt” has fully launched its official media channel, “Kiratt TV,” offering multifaceted entertainment content alongside beauty information. It explores how confidence can shape a person’s life and challenges industry conventions.
[Industry-academia collaboration] Academic research team to speak at 文教大学湘南総合研究所 symposium: “Case studies from marketing challenges: behind the development of products that sell”
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株式会社アスマーク’s academic research team spoke at a 文教大学湘南総合研究所 symposium. The team presented behind-the-scenes stories of developing products that sell and examples of marketing research, highlighting the importance of industry-academia collaboration.
Are you taking part this year? A major survey on the Spring Bread Festival! [Survey of 1000 people]
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株式会社ナビット surveyed 1000 people, primarily housewives from across Japan, about the Spring Bread Festival. The survey found that about 60% had taken part, and many respondents owned 1–3 of the white plates offered as prizes.
[Goal reached in 15 minutes] “20-year” stainless steel frying pan made in Tsubame-Sanjo unveiled on Makuake
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株式会社ジェネレーションパス unveiled its Tsubame-Sanjo-made “27cm deep aluminum-clad 3-ply frying pan” on Makuake, reaching its 300,000-yen goal in 15 minutes and 1 million yen in 1.5 hours. Its ease of care and durability have been well received, leading to major success in crowdfunding.
10 previously unreleased stills showcasing the many expressions of popular heartthrob Wang Hedi from the Chinese drama “大奉打更人” unveiled at once!
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To mark the release of DVD Box 1 of the Chinese drama “大奉打更人―正義の銅鑼と王朝の闇―,” 10 previously unreleased stills of lead actor Wang Hedi have been unveiled. The images capture his many sides, from his cool character to comic expressions and heartwarming scenes.
At the Egg Forest Flower Garden at Hitachi Seaside Park, 320 varieties and approximately 280,000 tulips are coming into bloom. They are expected to reach their peak on Saturday, April 11, and remain at their best until around the 25th. Video footage of the tulips is also available to the media.
[New service] Launch of “IT DD Accompaniment Support Service,” which quantifies M&A technology risks in as little as 1 month for less than half the price charged by major firms
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Ragate株式会社 has launched its “M&A IT Due Diligence Accompaniment Support Service,” designed to conduct technology due diligence for M&A with high accuracy and speed. Using generative AI to analyze systems, the service quantifies technical debt and makes it visible in as little as 1 month. The Essential Plan starts at 4.98 million yen, less than half the price range of major consulting firms. The company’s representative director is 益子竜与志. The company was established on May 25, 2017, and has capital of 21,000,000 yen.
“PSO2 New Genesis ver.2” adds the key target elimination mission “The False Champion Appears [Loser]”!
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株式会社セガ released an update for the popular online RPG “PSO2 New Genesis ver.2” on April 8, 2026, adding the new high-difficulty quest “The False Champion Appears [Loser].” Players can challenge the strengthened formidable foe Ruino Luther of Deep Calamity and earn rewards through title tasks and weekly tasks.
“Even if your teeth are in terrible shape, you can start over”: an unusual partnership between cosmetic medicine and dental care
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医療法人社団アスクラピア and 東京先進医療クリニック(東京美容外科) have partnered to begin offering All-on-4 treatment at the latter’s Akasaka clinic. This is a rare initiative in Japan that brings cosmetic medicine and dental care together in earnest, offering a new option to people with dental concerns.
Fashion brand “NICENICE MOMENT,” which focuses on natural beauty and comfort, will hold a pop-up shop at Urban Research in Lumine Yokohama starting April 17, 2026. The event will showcase innovative lingerie designed to empower women and offer style, comfort and convenience.
株式会社プエンテ to hold free online seminar on April 13: “How to rapidly launch a paid service using AI in 24 hours”
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株式会社プエンテ will hold a free online seminar on April 13, 2026, titled “How to rapidly launch a paid service using AI in 24 hours.” Using real-world examples, the seminar will explain the shortest path from developing an AI service to monetizing it, and introduce models for making subscription-based AI SaaS profitable. It is aimed at corporate staff and executives seeking to launch new businesses or monetize AI.
株式会社Mavericks releases sample slides for SaaS and product companies for the slide-generation feature of its video-generation AI “NoLang,” streamlining sales, marketing and IR materials from start to finish
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株式会社Mavericks has released sample slides for SaaS and product companies for the slide-generation feature of its video-generation AI “NoLang.” The samples help reduce the workload of preparing materials for sales, marketing and IR departments and support more efficient content distribution.
スノーヴァ’s “Halal Extrait” wins the Monde Selection Gold Award for the 5th consecutive year! Experience it at our salon!
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スノーヴァ’s “Halal Extrait” has won the Monde Selection Gold Award for the 5th consecutive year. The halal-certified serum is manufactured in accordance with Islamic law and is designed to moisturize and brighten the skin. It can be experienced at the salon in Ginza.
Yohji Yamamoto POP-UP STORE to open at 日本橋三越本店 from Wednesday, April 8
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Yohji Yamamoto will hold a POP-UP STORE at 日本橋三越本店 from April 8 to 21, selling 三越伊勢丹-exclusive items inspired by the Art Deco style. A standout item is the asymmetric draped shirt, priced at 184,800 yen.
[Oisix Niigata] On 4/11 and 12, will Ecosta become a mountain bike park!? A mountain bike test-ride experience will be held in collaboration with 秋葉MTBパーク.
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Oisix Niigata Albirex Baseball Club will collaborate with 秋葉MTBパーク during its official games on April 11 and 12, offering mountain bike test rides in the stadium’s outfield stands.
Ahead of the April 15 official release of the latest action RPG Mongil: STAR DIVE, a “pre-release livestream” will air from 20:00 on Monday, April 13!
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ネットマーブル will stream a “pre-release livestream” from 20:00 on April 13, ahead of the April 15 official release of its new action RPG Mongil: STAR DIVE. Special guests will appear, and the broadcast will be available on YouTube Live and the official X account.
Companies mentioned:ネットマーブル、Netmarble Monster Inc.
The official report is here for the TV anime BLACK TORCH × AnimeJapan 2026 special stage on 3/28 (Sat.) and extra stages on 3/28 (Sat.) and 3/29 (Sun.)! Vol.2
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The TV anime BLACK TORCH, set to begin airing in July 2026, held a stage event at AnimeJapan 2026. Voice cast members took the stage and discussed things they have in common with their characters, building anticipation for the broadcast.
The official report is here for the TV anime BLACK TORCH × AnimeJapan 2026 special stage on 3/28 (Sat.) and extra stages on 3/28 (Sat.) and 3/29 (Sun.)! Vol.1
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The TV anime BLACK TORCH, set to air in July 2026, held a stage event at AnimeJapan 2026. The 6 main cast members took the stage and talked about the appeal of the series and its characters. The official event report is here.
The stage show Takashi Okamura of Ninety-Nine’s Hana no Chuzai-san: Chuzai-san and the Red Thread will be held at IMM THEATER from May 28 (Thu.) to May 31 (Sun.)!
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The stage show Takashi Okamura of Ninety-Nine’s Hana no Chuzai-san: Chuzai-san and the Red Thread will run at IMM THEATER from May 28 to 31, 2026. This slapstick comedy features a star-studded cast including Takashi Okamura.
“Spira Spica” announces the release of its 11th single, Tune Up☆, featuring the ending theme for the TV anime The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch, on June 3 (Wed.)!
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The music unit “Spira Spica” will release its 11th single on June 3, featuring Tune Up☆, the ending theme for the TV anime The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch. The upbeat new song reflects the anime’s world and is building anticipation among fans.
[Limited to 30 participants] Online recruitment seminar on “architectural design and building services design positions” by NTT Facilities on 4/22 (Wed.), for architectural design and building services design professionals!!
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NTT Facilities will hold an online recruitment seminar for architectural and building services designers on April 22. C&R Inc. is supporting the event, which is aimed at professionals interested in careers at the intersection of architecture and ICT.
Masaki Suda’s solo concert “Masaki Suda LIVE 2026” to be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT! A past concert, “SPIN,” will also be streamed!
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U-NEXT will exclusively stream Masaki Suda’s solo concert “Masaki Suda LIVE 2026” on May 1. Monthly subscribers can watch at no additional charge. Past concert footage will also be available from the same day.
Companies mentioned:U-NEXT、USEN&U-NEXT GROUP、Sony Music Labels Inc.
Saya Hiyama, whose ties to maid culture and the world of the series run deep, has been appointed an ambassador of support for the TV anime The Maid Just Eats!!
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Weather presenter and original-work fan Saya Hiyama has been appointed an ambassador of support for the TV anime The Maid Just Eats. The aim is to strengthen promotion by drawing on the overlap between Hiyama’s close ties to maid culture and the series’ fan base.
The Bachelorette Japan Season 4 will stream exclusively on Prime Video from 20:00 on Friday, May 1! Takumi Bando, who has long guided viewers through the “journey to true love” as host of the Bachelor franchise, is departing with this season!
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Popular Prime Video dating reality show The Bachelorette Japan Season 4 will stream exclusively from 20:00 on May 1. It was also announced that Takumi Bando, its longtime host, will be leaving the show after this season.
[にじさんじ & NIJISANJI EN] Goods from the “にじぬいコンセプトシリーズ vol.3” are coming! Sales begin at 9:00 on Saturday, May 16, 2026!
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VTuber groups にじさんじ and NIJISANJI EN will begin selling the “にじぬいコンセプトシリーズ vol.3” at 9:00 on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The lineup features pastel-colored plush toys of 13 livers.
Buzzworthy new band GUMMY announces a special livestream looking back at its first solo concert, “Gummy”! The members will discuss the talked-about stage and behind-the-scenes stories in this special program [April 15 (Wed.), 21:00, ニコニコ生放送].
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A special program looking back at visual kei band GUMMY’s first solo concert will stream on ニコニコ生放送, operated by ドワンゴ. The members will watch footage of the concert and share behind-the-scenes stories, making it a rare opportunity for fans.
THEキャラCAFÉ × the anime DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR opens at グランドスケープ池袋, 2nd floor!
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A limited-time collaboration café for the anime DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR has opened in Ikebukuro. It will sell new merchandise and offer special menu items, making it an event fans won’t want to miss.
New merchandise from the TV anime The Daily Life of a Torture Baito Worker is now available!
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New merchandise from the TV anime The Daily Life of a Torture Baito Worker is here. Preorders will be accepted on the online store THEキャラ from April 8 to 23, 2026. A wide range of must-have items for fans will be available.
<Spring 2026 Anime Streaming Lineup on d Anime Store> 78 titles, including the terrestrial-TV premiere and earliest streaming of The Maid Just Eats and The Strongest Job Is Apparently Appraiser (Provisional), Not Hero or Sage?
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Docomo’s d Anime Store has announced its lineup of spring 2026 anime, with 78 titles scheduled to stream. It will offer titles including The Maid Just Eats ahead of terrestrial TV and at the earliest streaming time, further cementing its position as a key platform for anime fans.
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, aiming for the J.League from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, announces its uniform partners (official partners) for the 2026 season.
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Soccer club COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, which is aiming to join the J.League, has announced its uniform partners for the 2026 season. Local Kawagoe brewery Coedo Brewery will sponsor the front of the shirt, symbolizing the growth of a club rooted in its community.
[Ouchi ni Pro] Survey on stress caused by air conditioner noise and vibration
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According to a survey conducted by Ouchi ni Pro, more than half of respondents said they feel stressed by air conditioner noise, and about 80% see it as a sign of a malfunction. Repair and cleaning are being considered as the main countermeasures.
【Full Film Available for Free】Kate Beckinsale, Matt Dillon and others star in the shocking suspense film The Criminal: The United States of Leland, available for a limited time for free starting 21:00 on Friday, 4/10.
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Cinefil WOWOW Plus on Prime Video will make the film The Criminal: The United States of Leland available for free on its official YouTube channel. Anyone can watch it for a limited 2-week period starting at 21:00 on April 10.
【Tokyu S Reyes Football School Ikebukuro】Manager-Style Game Tournament 260504
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Tokyu S Reyes Football School Ikebukuro will hold a “Manager-Style Game Tournament” for elementary school students on May 4. In the event, coaches serve as managers and children work in teams to aim for victory. Members and nonmembers alike can participate.
2 consecutive nights of major races to kick off the 2026 TCK season! The Tokyo Sprint (JpnⅢ) and Brilliant Cup (SⅢ) will be held!
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Tokyo City Keiba (TCK) has announced events for opening week of the 2026 season. The major races Tokyo Sprint and Brilliant Cup will be held on 2 consecutive nights, April 15 and 16, as the organization seeks to strengthen fan engagement.
The hugely popular event Beginning, which has been thrilling clubgoers for 12 years, will take over ZEROTOKYO for its second event of 2026 already!! Taiwan’s rising star W2 is coming to Japan!!
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The popular club event Beginning, celebrating its 12th anniversary, will be held at ZEROTOKYO. Taiwanese rising-star DJ W2, who has also collaborated with YELLOW CLAW, is coming to Japan to perform.
【GOKUMIN】Bedding maker and audio brand offer around 500 people a “fall asleep to sound” experience at Azabudai Hills
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Bedding brand GOKUMIN and audio brand Soundcore teamed up for an event at Azabudai Hills. They offered around 500 people a new sleep experience themed around “sound × bedding.”
TV anime Death Game de Meshi o Kuu. LINE stickers and themes now available
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Creative Plus Inc. has begun distributing LINE stickers and themes for the TV anime Death Game de Meshi o Kuu. The release is part of the company’s content development using popular anime IP and aims to strengthen its outreach to fans.
【Sommelier and Wine Expert Exam Preparation】Reservations open for the 2026 edition of Vinoteras’s original text
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Wine Energy Co., Ltd. has begun taking preorders for the 2026 edition of the Vinoteras original text for sommelier and wine expert exam preparation. It reflects the latest revisions to the official textbook and is scheduled for publication on May 9.
【Sold Out】CAMEL helps enrich people’s present lives and future prospects: CAMEL No. 63 Fund “Terra Gardens EXPO Living / Dubai Real Estate” sold out
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The 63rd fund in CAMEL, a real estate crowdfunding service operated by 株式会社グローバルクラウドエステート, has sold out. Titled “Terra Gardens EXPO Living / Dubai Real Estate,” the fund targeted a property in the Dubai Expo development area, which is designated as a priority district in the Urban Master Plan 2040.
【Chieumi PLUS】Book review of Kyoto: Prayer and Discrimination Over 千二百 Years, by Aomi Toshihiro, a Chieumi book review committee member, published! (亜紀書房)
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Buddhist media outlet Chieumi PLUS has published a review of the book Kyoto: Prayer and Discrimination Over 千二百 Years (亜紀書房) by Aomi Toshihiro, a book review committee member and professor in the Faculty of Literature at Musashino University. The review is part of the outlet’s work sharing Buddhist wisdom from a range of perspectives.
Popular BL comic Can I Make You Pay for Both Money and Love? ~No.1 Host’s Pleasure Lesson~ makes its DMM Scratch debut! Lineup of exclusive merchandise featuring original illustrations revealed
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Popular BL comic Can I Make You Pay for Both Money and Love? ~No.1 Host’s Pleasure Lesson~ has made its DMM Scratch debut, with the lineup of exclusive merchandise featuring original illustrations now revealed. Mobile Media Research, operated by Fanguild Co., Ltd., announced that the items will be available through DMM.com’s online lottery service from April 15 to May 15, 2026.
NOTHING NEW selected to operate the film and video division of the 3rd cohort of the creator acceleration program “Sofu”
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株式会社NOTHING NEW has been selected to operate the film and video division of the 3rd cohort of “Sofu,” a creator acceleration program supported by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The program supports the discovery and development of the next generation of creators, from content production through business development, and provides grants of up to 1,000万円.
Based in Oita and guided by the belief that “no child lacks potential,” the unlimited-attendance private tutoring school Shin Kobetsu Shidojuku My Way Shingu School will open in Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture, on June 19.
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TPS株式会社, based in Oita Prefecture, will open Shin Kobetsu Shidojuku My Way Shingu School in Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture, on June 19, 2026. Guided by the belief that “no child lacks potential,” the school offers unlimited attendance at an affordable price to provide the best learning experience, improve students’ academic performance and reduce the financial burden on parents.
【Esports × Medicine】New technology to extend players’ careers. Conditioning device Billy’s care provides comprehensive support for pro gamers.
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株式会社Hands JAPAN has announced Billy’s care, a conditioning device using a proprietary waveform developed by a medical science Ph.D., in response to the problem of short careers for esports players. A dedicated conductive glove provides care down to the fingertips, helping reduce physical strain on pro gamers and support their careers.
World No.1* portable fan brand JisuLife holds its first product launch event in Japan
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JisuLife, the world No.1* portable fan brand, is making a full-scale entry into the Japanese market. It unveiled 6 models at a new product launch event and also held a talk session with a weather forecaster.
[Kanazawa] 40 Years After His Death: Rei Kamoi in Photographs — Inner Camoy, Outer Camoy. A special exhibition bringing together 90 portraits, including previously unpublished photographs, and oil paintings will be held from 4/25 to 5/24.
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A special exhibition commemorating the 40th anniversary of Western-style painter Rei Kamoi’s death will open at 石川県立美術館 on April 25, 2026. Through the interplay of photographs, including previously unpublished works, and oil paintings, the exhibition offers a glimpse of the artist’s true self.