University of Tokyo spinout establishes Incerto LLC to provide end-to-end support for AI adoption and development addressing corporate management challenges
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Incerto, an AI technology team originating at the University of Tokyo and composed primarily of current graduate students, has been established. Its representative is Aoto Sato, and its head office is in Higashiogu, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo. The company provides AI system design and development, support for implementing AI agents such as OpenClaw and Claude Code, and monthly subscription services as an external AI development team.
Japanese craft rum TRUCK Japanese Rum to exhibit at Osaka Umeda’s “Michiru Tabi Marche 2026,” running from April 17 (Fri.); consultations on adoption and wholesale sales are also available for restaurants and liquor retailers.
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Domestic craft rum “TRUCK Japanese Rum” will exhibit at the “Michiru Tabi Marche 2026” in Osaka Umeda. In addition to tastings and sales of its new rum, the company will accept wholesale inquiries from restaurants and liquor retailers.
Orders open for trading matte can badges featuring scenes from the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba,” mini banners, and acrylic sign plates! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise.
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Almabianca’s online store AMNIBUS has opened orders for 3 new products from the hugely popular anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.” Fans can purchase items such as matte can badges for everyday use.
An era in which some cancers can be cured. Even so, “living with cancer” is still left outside the scope of medical care. A cancer specialist establishes “Turquoise Community Cancer Day” (April 25), drawing on challenges witnessed in the field.
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Dr. Takushi Seo of Hiroshima City has designated April 25 as “Turquoise Community Cancer Day” to support cancer patients’ lives in the community after treatment. He calls for the importance of families and local communities working together beyond the bounds of medical care, and advocates a new form of support.
The “TOKAI Curry Festival,” one of the largest curry festivals in the Chubu region! Held at Yaba Park for 6 days, from 4/29 (Wed., national holiday) to 5/4 (Mon., national holiday)!
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“TOKAI Curry Festival 2026” will be held for 6 days, from April 29 to May 4, 2026, at Yaba Park in Naka Ward, Nagoya. In addition to well-known curry restaurants from the 3 Tokai prefectures, popular eateries from “Curry EXPO” and the “Kanda Curry Grand Prix” will also set up booths, with more than 30 restaurants participating in total. Nagoya Mayor Hirozawa is scheduled to deliver the opening declaration on the first day. Curry tickets include a set ticket for 1,500 yen, and sweets and drinks will also be sold.
[Free / Online] How can organizations address harassment risks posed by managers using AI?
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Corporate Coach, a subsidiary of Business Coach, will hold a free seminar on measures to address harassment risks among managers. It will introduce methods for using AI and 360-degree feedback to make unintentional problematic behavior visible and encourage improvement through coaching. The CEO of シーベース will speak.
Earn money from what you love. A Kamakura-based after-school program for elementary school students to learn entrepreneurship and management — Ichien Project™︎ opens call for monitor participants!
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Neverland Inc. will launch “Ichien Project™︎,” a hands-on entrepreneurship and business management program for elementary and junior high school students in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, on May 6, 2026. Based on the concept of “earning 1 yen from something you love,” the program lets children take part in the entire business process, from planning to sales. The program is seeking monitor participants for its starter course. The monitor price is 45,000 yen (tax included), and applications close on April 24, 2026. Multiple information sessions will be held during April in a hybrid in-person and online format.
A savior for small and micro restaurants, offering ways to earn unique to the dining industry amid labor shortages and rising costs: テンポス’s three companies to exhibit at “FOODNAVI 2026,” one of the largest foodservice trade shows in the Chubu region.
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3 companies in the テンポス Group will exhibit together at “FOODNAVI 2026,” one of the largest foodservice trade shows in the Chubu region. They will propose solutions using IT and kitchen equipment for small and midsize restaurants struggling with labor shortages and rising costs.
Orders open for trading hologram can badges featuring scenes from “The Tale of the Reincarnated Sect Master: Rising to the Top with a Fish That Swallows Everything,” and more! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise.
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Almabianca Inc. opened orders on April 3 through its online store AMNIBUS for 4 new products from “The Tale of the Reincarnated Sect Master.” The lineup includes trading hologram can badges featuring scenes from the series (12 designs in total), priced at 605 yen each or 7,260 yen per box; an F3 canvas board featuring the teaser visual, priced at 5,500 yen; BIG acrylic stands (6 designs in total), priced at 1,980 yen each; and an A3 matte-finish poster featuring the teaser visual, priced at 880 yen. These products are original anime and manga merchandise designed for everyday use.
A new set and size in popular smoky blue are joining “evercook fit,” the smooth, easy-release frying pan that is easy for cooking beginners to use because food is less likely to stick.
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Doshisha has added a 3-piece set in the new smoky blue color and individual pan sizes to its popular “evercook fit” series. The products meet demand from people living alone and those replacing their pans, and will go on sale in mid-April through the official online store and other outlets.
Announcement: Production of “Higurashi When They Cry” SoulChat has been decided.
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SoulStudio株式会社 has announced the production of “SoulChat,” a chat-based experience based on the popular mystery series “Higurashi When They Cry.” Users can interact with characters from the series on LINE and experience the story.
30% improvement in operational efficiency — PDF annotation software “AxelaNote” certified under the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Trial Order Certification Program for Reiwa 8 fiscal year.
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TransRecog’s PDF annotation software “AxelaNote” has been certified under the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Trial Order Certification Program for Reiwa 8 fiscal year. It was recognized for improving operational efficiency by 30% without altering the original PDF, and is expected to advance digital transformation in government.
Sustainable shoe brand “Öffen” to host “Öffen Book Club & Cafe” at its directly operated store in Kitano, Kobe. An experiential event aimed at Mother’s Day and Golden Week.
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Sustainable shoe brand “Öffen” will hold an experiential event at its directly operated store in Kitano, Kobe. Centered on books and gifts, it targets demand for Mother’s Day and Golden Week. The event aims to boost customer engagement through a book exchange and limited-edition gifts.
Cup soup and fast chargers are new additions to “Famima Furusato Nozei”! 4 new thank-you gifts from Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture!
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Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, joined “Famima Furusato Nozei,” operated by Famima Digital One, on April 9, 2026. A total of 6 products, including Ajinomoto’s “Soup DELI,” Yamazaki Biscuits’ “Chip Star S,” and a “Super Fast Charger,” have been added as return gifts. Donation amounts range from 3,000 yen to 13,000 yen, and the gifts can be collected instantly using electronic coupons at FamilyMart stores nationwide.
Actbe holds its own “purpose-driven” induction ceremony.
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株式会社アクトビ held its 2026 induction ceremony as a “purpose-driven induction ceremony.” New employees considered “why they work” and made declarations in their own words, taking their first step as professionals.
A beloved Japanese staple joins forces with a hearty favorite! Limited-time “Hearty Ginger Pork Napolitan” launches on April 16 (Thursday).
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Spaghetti restaurant Pancho will launch “Hearty Ginger Pork Napolitan,” combining Japan’s beloved Napolitan pasta with ginger pork, for a limited time starting April 16. The hearty dish, seasoned with ginger and garlic, aims to attract new customers.
Integrated school operations support system “evanix” to integrate with digital communication tool “Sukurire” starting August 2026.
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Suzuki Educational Software’s integrated school operations support system “evanix” will integrate with RISO KAGAKU CORPORATION’s digital communication tool “Sukurire.” The integration aims to reduce staff workload by automating the transcription of student absence notifications.
For in-car disaster preparedness in your new life: “CARZEL Escape Hammer & Seat Belt Cutter” draws attention for helping drivers escape in an emergency, and is recommended for novice drivers.
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Union Eternity introduces the “CARZEL Escape Hammer and Seat Belt Cutter,” designed to help novice drivers and families escape from their vehicles in an emergency, such as an accident or flood.
Created in collaboration with Ado, the new commercial for “More, Further. More, Freely.”, featuring the Adidas Japan national soccer team 2026 uniform song “Kira” (KIRA), begins airing on April 9.
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Adidas Japan has collaborated with Ado to create “Kira” (KIRA), the 2026 Japan national soccer team uniform song. A new commercial will begin airing on April 9.
The booster pack “赫月ノ使者” from Cardfight!! Vanguard goes on sale Friday, April 10!
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Bushiroad will release “赫月ノ使者,” a new booster pack for the TCG Cardfight!! Vanguard, on April 10. It includes unit cards featured in the TV anime “Divinez 幻真星戦編” and cards with illustrations drawn by CLAMP.
The premium pack “名探偵コナン TVアニメ 30th Anniversary” from the character card game Weiss Schwarz Blau goes on sale Friday, April 10!
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Bushiroad will release a premium pack on Friday, April 10, to mark the 30th anniversary of the TV anime “名探偵コナン,” from the character card game Weiss Schwarz Blau. Every pack is guaranteed to contain a foil-stamped card, making it a special edition that is also ideal for collecting.
Win an Amazon gift card worth ¥5,000! “大学合格SUISUI,” an information site supporting university admissions through recommendation-based and comprehensive selection, is running a giveaway campaign!
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株式会社Gakken, part of the Gakken Holdings Group, is running a giveaway campaign on “大学合格SUISUI,” an information site supporting university admissions through recommendation-based and comprehensive selection. The campaign, which offers a chance to win an Amazon gift card worth ¥5,000, runs from April 1 to May 31, 2026.
Recommended by MY FIRST STORY’s Hiro! 令和ロマン’s 松井ケムリ makes headlines ahead of the release of his first book as a solo author. Bonus details also revealed.
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株式会社Gakken has announced a bonus for purchasers ahead of the April 23 scheduled release of comedian 松井ケムリ’s first solo-authored book, “ナマケモノの朝は、午後からはじまる。” The book, already attracting attention before its release, comes with a special card.
【JAF Mie】Bikes gather at 伊勢志摩スカイライン! “JAF Bike Meeting” to be held
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The JAF Mie Branch will hold the 5th “JAF Bike Meeting” on May 23 at the Asamayama Summit Observatory on 伊勢志摩スカイライン. The free event aims to bring riders and members together.
A seminar titled “Session 1 of 2: Learning the Basics of Capacity, Supply-Demand Balancing and the Integrated Market” will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, with 健 市村, Representative Director, President and CEO of エナジープールジャパン株式会社.
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健 市村 of エナジープールジャパン株式会社 will hold a 2-part online seminar titled “Learning the Basics of Capacity, Supply-Demand Balancing and the Integrated Market” on May 22 and June 5, 2026. The seminar will explain the front lines of electricity system reform amid rising geopolitical risks, as well as the fundamentals and essentials of each market, and will highlight the importance of ensuring a stable supply.
【Cosme Kitchen・Biople】“Lypo-C（リポシー）” to be permanently stocked at select shops nationwide for the first time on Wednesday, April 8
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“Lypo-C,” a liposomal vitamin C supplement, will begin its first permanent nationwide rollout at stores including “Cosme Kitchen,” operated by マッシュビューティーラボ.
【Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu】A spirited Golden Week at the hotel directly connected to Haneda Airport! Enjoy a special moment at the “GW Lunch Buffet,” featuring freshly made pasta and crepes. On 5/5, Children’s Day, 1 elementary school student gets in free!
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Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu will hold its “GW Lunch Buffet” from May 2 to 5, 2026. On May 5, Children’s Day, 1 elementary school student will be admitted free.
Koji Yamamoto, Yuriyan Retriever and a cast of Broadway performers are ready to “strip away” convention!? A fresh Japan-U.S. co-production of “The Full Monty” will be staged in summer 2026!
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The musical “The Full Monty” will be staged in summer 2026 as a Japan-U.S. co-production starring Koji Yamamoto and Yuriyan Retriever. The production will be performed entirely in English.
THE STAR JAM, presented by Sapporo Draft Beer Black Label, brings [Alexandros] and マカロニえんぴつ together for a special one-night-only live show!
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Sapporo Breweries will present “THE STAR JAM 2026,” a special live show hosted by Sapporo Draft Beer Black Label, at Tokyo Garden Theater on July 6, 2026. Popular rock bands [Alexandros] and マカロニえんぴつ will perform in a one-night-only joint bill.
Shiseido Gallery Talk Event: 仲條正義 — Beyond Imagination, Beyond Time
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A talk event honoring the late 仲條正義 will be held at Shiseido Gallery on April 23, 2026. Hiroshi Homura and Sakiko Hirano will speak about the appeal of his designs.
GLOBAL WORK to make a full-scale rollout this summer of its “French Linen Series,” returning to natural materials for a refined, light feel!
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GLOBAL WORK is making a full-scale rollout of its “French Linen Series,” responding to the trend toward natural materials with a refined, lightweight feel. The series includes 4 styles that combine comfort and fashion, and a special website went live on April 9, 2026.
【Survey of people aged 60 and over】About 47% prefer family funerals. What should you check in advance when choosing a funeral venue?
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株式会社NEXER and 可部葬祭 花園邸 have released survey results on “end-of-life planning and advance funeral preparations,” based on responses from people aged 60 and over. About 47% said they preferred a family funeral, and the survey also identified points people want to check in advance when choosing a funeral venue.
株式会社NEXER and 協和薬品株式会社 jointly conducted a survey on what prompted people to start or become interested in gut health. A total of 25.3% said it was “to maintain good health,” revealing growing interest in gut health and the tangible effects people have noticed.
株式会社NEXER and スミカエ神戸三宮 have released survey results showing that “location and surrounding environment” is the top priority when looking for a rental property. The survey of 500 people nationwide with experience living in rental properties explored the conditions they value and their reasons.
李琴峰 wins the “15th Umesao Tadao Award for Mountain and Adventure Literature” for “日本語からの祝福、日本語への祝福”!
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Taiwan-born Akutagawa Prize-winning author 李琴峰 has won the “15th Umesao Tadao Award for Mountain and Adventure Literature” for the essay collection “日本語からの祝福、日本語への祝福,” published by Asahi Shimbun Publications. The award recognized the book’s exploration of the challenges and joys of learning Japanese and its profound affection for the language. It is an unusual winner for an award that has often gone to adventure works. The book was released on February 1, 2025.
【Major Korean event planned for summer 2026】Kobunsha and G-FUTURES launch cross-border project to support Korean brands entering Japan
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Kobunsha and G-FUTURES INC. are launching a full-scale cross-border project to support Korean brands entering the Japanese market, with a Korean culture pop-up event planned in Japan for summer 2026. The partnership aims to introduce Japanese consumers to the latest Korean lifestyles and create new business opportunities between Japan and South Korea.
FamilyMart will launch “Caramel-Drizzled Pudding Tart,” a collaboration product with ハーゲンダッツ, in limited quantities at stores nationwide from April 14, 2026. It combines custard ice cream with a rich egg flavor, bittersweet caramel sauce and tart graham cookies for an indulgent taste.
“2026 Sanrio Character Ranking” × photo booth “Hyper shot” launch a limited-time collaboration today, April 9!
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Furyu’s photo booth “Hyper shot” has launched a limited-time collaboration with the “2026 Sanrio Character Ranking.” Users can also vote for their favorite characters through the photo-taking experience.
Yoshiharu Doi and Chris Tomoko hold the first live recording of their podcast: “It’s amazing to realize that we can think about human activity through cooking” [Official Report]
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J-WAVE’s podcast “Yoshiharu Doi and Chris Tomoko Philosophize About Cooking” held its first live recording in Akasaka. The conversation explored human activity through the lens of cooking.
Popular Chinese toy brand “TOP TOY” will open a limited-time pop-up shop at a special venue in front of the west ticket gates at JR Kyoto Station. The store will offer popular character merchandise, designer toys and original characters such as “Nommi,” bringing the world of “TOP TOY” to a broad range of customers.
Summer treats arrive at the butter-sweets specialty shop! A signature cookie featuring juicy pineapple and a whipped cream sandwich with an enhanced white peach flavor [Butter States]
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Butter-sweets specialty shop “バターステイツ” will launch its summer treats “Coconut Pine Butter” and “White Peach Butter Whipped Cream Sandwich” on April 15.
Shanghai Cuisine, a multifunctional private dining restaurant at the foot of Mount Fuji, reopens on Friday, April 10
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Highland Resort, part of 富士急グループ, will reopen Chinese restaurant “上海菜館” on April 10. The restaurant will become a multifunctional private dining venue with private rooms at every table.
Kyoto University Katsura Venture Plaza: Recruiting tenants
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中小機構’s Kinki Headquarters is seeking tenants for the incubation facility “京大桂ベンチャープラザ.” Applications are open from April 16 to April 24, 2026, for 6 rooms in the North Building and 1 room in the South Building. Located next to 京都大学’s Katsura Campus, the facility supports the growth of startups.
A new habit that’s easy to stick with through the hot season ahead, even on days when you have no appetite: “soup protein.” SOU＋YOU Corn Soup Flavor wins the grand prize at the “Japan Food Selection”!
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株式会社ウエニ貿易’s “SOU＋YOU Corn Soup Flavor” has won the grand prize at the Japan Food Selection. The new habit of getting protein in a soup-like format received high praise.
[Huge response!] “Living with Frailty,” the buzzworthy “frailty essay” by Woman Who Never Misses the Last Train, surpasses ４万 copies in cumulative print runs!
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The much-talked-about essay “Living with Frailty” has surpassed 4万 copies in cumulative print runs. The work humorously portrays the reality of “frail constitution”—not being ill, but lacking physical stamina—and has struck a chord on social media and across numerous media outlets.
ISS留学ライフ will hold study abroad fairs in Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo in May 2026. This free event offers opportunities to speak directly with staff from around 50 schools worldwide, as well as study abroad seminars and individual consultations, providing an in-depth understanding of studying abroad.
6 legendary heroes, led by Oda Nobunaga, and ４ foot soldiers, revived in the present day, forge a new legend in Reiwa-era Nagoya. “おもてなし隊なごや2026”—behold! The program airs every Sunday from 11:45 a.m. starting Sunday, April 12, on メ～テレ
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The television program “おもてなし隊なごや2026,” featuring the Nagoya Omotenashi Bushotai, will begin airing every Sunday on メ～テレ from April 12.
A spring-inspired look for new adults | Hakodate Hokuto store unveils its new April coming-of-age look.
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写真工房ぱれっと函館北斗店 has unveiled “はるくら。,” a visual concept for new adults. Going beyond the conventions of coming-of-age portraits, it offers a new approach that brings out each person’s individuality and creates an emotionally rich way to capture a milestone in life.
The inline configuration of the “varioPRINT iX3200” sheetfed inkjet press and “iCE STITCHLINER Mark V” high-speed saddle stitcher to be shown for the first time in Japan at the Horizon showroom
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Canon PPS and Horizon will exhibit in Japan for the first time an inline configuration of a sheetfed inkjet press and a high-speed saddle stitcher. The setup will advance automation and labor savings in commercial printing.
Emergency reprint! Why does Israel support attacks on Iran? The definitive introductory guide to understanding complex history and international affairs
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NHK出版 has announced an emergency reprint of the long-selling book “Expanded and Revised Edition: Israel, the Most Intractable Problem in Human History,” which explains the complex history and international affairs surrounding Israel and Iran. The expanded and revised edition was only just released on February 25, 2026, but a reprint was quickly decided on amid growing interest in current global affairs, including the Gaza war.
[Opening special] First location in Kyushu! Four signature menu items at Karayama Hakata Higashinaka store at a great price for 3 days only, from Friday, April 10, through Sunday, April 12, 2026!
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Fried chicken specialty chain “Karayama” has opened its first Kyushu location, the Hakata Higashinaka store. To mark the opening, 4 set meals will be offered at a discount of 200 yen for 3 days only.
[Matsuya] Legendary menu makes a long-awaited comeback! “Chunky Simmered Chicken Curry” launches
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Matsuya Foods will bring back its popular “Chunky Simmered Chicken Curry,” which has a loyal fan base, for a limited time from April 14, 2026. It features juicy grilled chicken and an original curry with a kick of spice, and many people had called for its return on social media.
Long-lasting, great-value removable-handle frying pans from “evercook fit” now available individually for the first time—a stylish black finish to make cooking in your new home more enjoyable
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Doshisha Co., Ltd. will begin selling the black version of its removable-handle “evercook fit” frying pan individually in mid-April, catering to demand from people moving into new homes and replacing cookware.
Accommodating stays for multiple guests, especially groups of 3, in central Sapporo. Triple rooms greatly expanded to 105 [Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park]
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Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park has greatly expanded its “Classic Triple” rooms for 3 guests from 16 to 105, in response to growing demand from inbound visitors and group travelers.
[ABC-MART] Get ahead of the season in April! How to style 2026’s “new sandals”
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ABC-MART offers styling tips, including how to pair sandals with socks and choose materials, to help people wear sandals comfortably in chilly April weather. It also showcases new styles, such as platform sneaker sandals.
[CIBONE] Apparel brand “PURLUM” to hold a POP UP at CIBONE (Omotesando)
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Apparel brand “PURLAM” will hold its 2nd POP UP event at CIBONE (Omotesando). Centered on knitwear designed to flatter the wearer, the collection will feature its 26SS collection made with Japanese paper, popular matching sets, and other refined, high-quality items.
[New book announcement] “ELG (Ecosystem-Led Growth): Business Strategies for Next-Generation Marketing and Sales Organizations That Grow with Partners and Resellers” to be released April 9
Revising HR systems to support career development and workplace well-being, with the goal of becoming a “company where employees take center stage”
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Leopalace21 Corporation revised its HR system on April 1, 2026, with the goal of becoming a “company where employees take center stage.” Changes include increasing allowances for younger employees through delegation of authority and reviewing policies to ease the burden of transfers.
ISFnet holds roundtable with employees directly affected to promote inclusive employment
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ISFnet held a roundtable to promote inclusive employment, with its representative director, chief human resources officer, and employees taking part. The company aims to identify challenges and requests from the workplace and create an environment where everyone can work with peace of mind.
2 new summer blouses for women from popular brand “INDIVI” go on sale April 10!
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はるやま商事株式会社 will begin selling 2 styles of women’s summer blouses from the ワールドグループ’s INDIVI brand at Haruyama stores nationwide on April 10, 2026. These original products combine high-quality design and functionality to support comfortable business styling for working women.
The premium comfort praised by runners worldwide, now for golf. Nike’s latest shoe, “PEGASUS 1G,” launches early at Golf 5
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Alpen will begin early sales of the “NIKE PEGASUS 1G” golf shoe, which incorporates technology from Nike running shoes, at Golf 5 and other retailers on April 9.
Nulab surveys 1,000 business professionals nationwide on “team use of AI” | AI use remains “individual”—about half say; survey reveals a growing “AI divide” in the workplace and a gap in perceptions between managers and employees
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Nulab surveyed 1,000 business professionals about “team use of AI.” The survey found that AI use is limited to improving individual productivity, with disparities within teams and barriers to sharing know-how.
“Child Support Simulator” made freely available by “Pair Parenting,” an AI co-parenting support platform—check typical amounts by entering annual income and number of children
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Mycat Inc. has made a child support simulator freely available on “Pair Parenting,” its AI co-parenting support platform. By entering annual income and the number of children, users can see typical child support amounts based on the courts’ calculation tables.
The long-awaited premium series from G·U·M is here! Tooth characters cheer as “Golden G·U·M” makes its entrance! New commercial to air nationwide from 4/10
A chewy baumkuchen to say “thank you”—a special gift where heartfelt sentiments meet delicious flavor. VILLON’s Mother’s Day limited-edition baumkuchen goes on sale sequentially from April 25
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VILLON will begin sequentially selling baumkuchen in a limited-edition design for Mother’s Day from April 25. This special gift features the message “Thank you, Mom” and an illustration of a carnation, along with a chewy texture and rich, savory flavor. Online reservations opened on April 9.
[Event on Monday, April 20] Director and producer to attend! How did “LOST LAND” make it to the screen? A conversation about the Venice International Film Festival 3-award winner | Dialogue for BRANC #13
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株式会社イード will hold the 13th “Dialogue for BRANC” in-person event on April 20, featuring a discussion of the production background and international release of the Rohingya-language film “LOST LAND.”
[’47] “CLEAN UP” caps in spring/summer seersucker arrive, with Yankees and Dodgers designs going on sale in April
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Casual lifestyle brand ’47 will release a new version of its signature “CLEAN UP” cap in spring/summer seersucker fabric starting in April. Designs featuring the Yankees and Dodgers logos will be available at retailers nationwide and online.
[千葉県佐倉市] 2nd Hawaiian Sunset Hills event to be held at a scenic campground (4/26)
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The 2nd Hawaiian Sunset Hills event will be held on 4/26 at Inbanuma Sunset Hills campground in 千葉県佐倉市. Visitors can enjoy Hawaiian food such as saimin and hula dancing.
福岡県中間市 and Bywill sign partnership agreement on environmental value
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株式会社バイウィル and 福岡県中間市 have signed a partnership agreement on environmental value. Through the creation and circulation of J-Credits and the development of new business models, they aim to achieve carbon neutrality and a circular economy in the region.
[Meal subsidies to rise for the first time in 40 years] The number of “kitchenless employee cafeterias” has increased 5-fold in 5 years, and 2 in 3 people feel they are “supporting their household”
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The number of locations using ボンディッシュ株式会社’s “kitchen-free company cafeteria” service has grown 5 times in 5 years. The tax-exempt meal allowance has been raised to 7,500 yen per month for the first time in 40 years, and 2 out of 3 employees say they feel it helps their household finances.
Tsubakimoto Chain brings industrial machinery product information site to 6 languages with WOVN.io
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Wovn Technologies’ multilingual AI, WOVN.io, has been introduced on Tsubakimoto Chain’s product site, enabling support for 6 languages. The company will strengthen information sharing with engineers overseas.
Webinar for IT engineers: AI Coding: It’s Not Too Late to Start, Vol. 3: “Systematizing Claude Code and Rolling It Out Across the Organization—from Using Skills to Onboarding Existing Systems”
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PE-BANK will hold the webinar “AI Coding: It’s Not Too Late to Start, Vol. 3” for IT engineers on April 15, 2026. The session will explain how to roll out Claude Code across an organization and integrate it into systems.
A wide selection, among the largest in Kyushu! Rain goods brands “KiU” and “Wpc.” to hold a POP-UP SHOP at AEON Kagoshima Store starting Friday, April 24, 2026!
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A rain goods POP-UP SHOP featuring “KiU” and “Wpc.,” brands operated by 株式会社ワールドパーティー, will be held at AEON Kagoshima Store starting April 24, 2026.
Groupe SEB Japan will open a new T-fal Store at あべのキューズモール in Osaka on April 23, 2026. The store will also offer original products available exclusively at directly operated locations.
Safie captures 54.3% market share in cloud-recording services, No. 1 for 9 consecutive years
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Safie captured a 54.3% share of the network camera cloud-recording services market in a 2025 market survey, securing the No. 1 position for 9 consecutive years. Growing demand in the enterprise market is behind the result.
Migalo Group’s DXYZ to introduce its facial recognition ID platform “FreeiD” in the “Reve” condominium series developed by Fan Style
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Migalo Group’s DXYZ will introduce its facial recognition platform “FreeiD” in the “Reve” condominium series developed by Fan Style. The project will create Okinawa’s first condominium with facial recognition across all units.
Patent secured for case management function; a “legal-request necessity assessment (pre-screening) function” has also been implemented, helping business divisions make decisions faster while reducing the legal team’s workload
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株式会社Hubble has added features including AI-based assessment of whether a legal request is needed to its contract AI agent “Contract Flow Agent” and secured a patent for the underlying technology.
Diversified business group 持続未来ホールディングス(株) adopts “Yojitsutics,” cutting budget-versus-actual management costs by about 30%
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持続未来ホールディングス adopted Kaonavi’s budget-versus-actual management system “Yojitsutics,” reducing the workload for budget-versus-actual management by about 30%.
Wacom to hold 2nd “WCCC CC” creative contest for students; submissions open May 15
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株式会社ワコム will hold the 2nd “WCCC CC” creative contest for students at schools participating in its “WCCC” education support program. Entries will be accepted from Friday, May 15 to Friday, July 31, 2026. The judges will be illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita and concept artist Takashi Honjo, and the grand prize winner will receive a “Wacom Cintiq Pro 17.” WCCC currently has 346 member schools.
Early summer festival sweets go on sale starting April 23!
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Early-summer limited-edition items from “Motomachi Chiffon,” jointly developed with 麻布十番モンタボー, go on sale April 23. The lineup includes Japanese sweets featuring Uji matcha and gyuhi.
株式会社UPDATER has launched a project to supply individuals with surplus electricity generated by rooftop solar panels at 自由の森学園. A portion of electricity bills will go toward environmental education.
Hero Egg launches DX education support program aligned with the Ministry of Education’s “N-E.X.T. High School Initiative”
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株式会社Meta Heroes has launched a DX education support program aligned with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s direction for high school education reform. Drawing on its expertise in AI training and other areas, it will provide ongoing support for education DX at high schools and the promotion of DX high schools.
Toreruna’s “1minute,1napkin” project to donate sanitary napkins to Hosei University Junior and Senior High School
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The “1minute,1napkin” project by “Toreruna,” a free sanitary napkin service operated by 株式会社ネクイノ, has donated sanitary napkins to Hosei University Junior and Senior High School as its inaugural recipient. In partnership with international cooperation NGO JOICFP, the project aims to make menstrual products available in educational settings and promote understanding of SRHR. Discussions are currently underway with about 10 educational institutions and local governments, with plans to expand nationwide. Toreruna allows users to scan a QR code in a restroom stall to receive a napkin, providing the service at no cost through advertising revenue. The company also expects the service to be used for emergency stockpiles in the event of a disaster and plans to expand its installation to more facilities.