Ｓｋｙ株式会社 ranks 5th in the IT and telecommunications category of One Career’s “Popular Companies for Job Hunting Ranking (速報 for the 27 graduating class’s main recruitment season)” and enters the Top 50 rankings for University of Tokyo and Kyoto University students
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Ｓｋｙ株式会社 was ranked 5th in the IT and telecommunications industry and 47th in the University of Tokyo and Kyoto University ranking in One Career’s “Popular Companies for Job Hunting Ranking” for the 27 graduating class.
New goods featuring original illustrations of 12 VTubers from “ホロライブプロダクション” go on sale April 18! Animate will also hold a promotion where customers can receive a bonus!!
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New merchandise featuring original illustrations of 12 hololive VTubers will go on sale at Animate on April 18, 2026. A fair and an exclusive shop will also be held at the same time.
Sojitz Corporation has been selected for the “DX Stocks 2026” list by 経済産業省 and other organizations. Its business transformation using AI and digital technologies was recognized.
Smart photo booth “HARTi Photo” to appear at a 2-shot photo session featuring fun4re／illuvista, a group from VS AMBIVALENZ
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株式会社HARTi will feature its smart photo booth “HARTi Photo” at an event for fun4re／illuvista, a new group from VS AMBIVALENZ, on April 11, 2026. Visitors will enjoy a special photo experience with exclusive frames.
Seminar on “Cable TV Growth Strategies and the Front Lines of Regional DX” to feature Maruta and Sawada of Joetsu Cable Vision, Moriuchi of CAC, Ishii of AIDXTECH, and Kin of Hirata CATV on Friday, May 22, 2026!
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Joetsu Cable Vision, CAC and Hirata CATV will co-host a seminar on cable TV growth strategies and regional DX on May 22, 2026. The event will focus on regional revitalization in a society with a declining population, the use of AI, and distributed networks.
Sharing in Tokyo efforts to revitalize regional communities through culture and the arts cultivated on Awaji Island: Awaji Island-born ballet company PASONA Awaji World Ballet presents “with Love ~The Ballet ‘The Grateful Crane’ and the Pulse of Japan~”
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PASONA Awaji World Ballet, whose secretariat is run by the Pasona Group, will stage “with Love ~The Ballet ‘The Grateful Crane’ and the Pulse of Japan~” in Tokyo on September 23, 2026. The original work combines a creative ballet based on the Japanese folktale “The Grateful Crane” with Japanese taiko drums. It will bring to Tokyo efforts to revitalize regional communities through culture and the arts on Awaji Island, and highlight the potential for coexistence and renewal through entertainment.
Rei Kikukawa and Sakana-kun meet for the first time in a conversation brimming with love for fish! From fishing stories and the roots of their fondness for fish to architecture: on J-WAVE’s “Sanrio SMILEY SMILE” during the week of 4/13
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Actor Rei Kikukawa and Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology visiting professor Sakana-kun will talk on J-WAVE’s “Sanrio SMILEY SMILE” from April 13 to 16. The conversation came about because Kikukawa’s child was a fan of Sakana-kun, and will cover a wide range of topics, including fishing, music activities and architecture.
Spring art event “PICTURE BOOK PARK” to be held at 大阪ステーションシティ!
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大阪ステーションシティ will hold the spring art event “PICTURE BOOK PARK” at Toki no Hiroba Plaza on the 5th floor of JR Osaka Station from April 29 to June 23, 2026. The event will feature artworks by picture book authors and artists, play equipment, a stamp rally, workshops and collaborative drinks, offering a space for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
Companies mentioned：大阪ステーションシティ、バール・デルソーレ、Osaka Art ＆ Design 2026
大阪ステーションシティ will mark its 15th anniversary on May 4, 2026, with the launch of a campaign logo and special website expressing its gratitude. It continues to grow as a “new town” bringing together a station, department stores, commercial facilities, a hotel and offices, and will create excitement through anniversary events.
Report on initiatives for World Autism Awareness Day
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琉球ゴールデンキングス and 沖縄アリーナ株式会社 carried out autism and developmental disability awareness initiatives to coincide with World Autism Awareness Day and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Week. Now in its 4th year, the initiative provided an environment where people with sensory sensitivities could enjoy games with peace of mind, through lighting up Okinawa Suntory Arena and setting up a “Friendly Room.”
[NativeCamp Study Abroad] Language school IMS to hold 2026 summer camp
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Through its overseas study agent service NativeCamp Study Abroad, NativeCamp will hold a 2026 summer camp at language school IMS on Cebu Island in the Philippines. The camp will offer an opportunity to deepen English skills and cross-cultural understanding in a multinational environment, and is open to students from 1st grade of elementary school through 3rd year of junior high school.
FREAK'S STORE to open at Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets on Friday, April 17!
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Select shop “FREAK’S STORE” will open a new location at Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets on Friday, April 17. To celebrate the opening, the store will hold a festival-style event for 3 days only and give away bonus items including wall art by artist Tim Kojima and limited-edition tote bags.
About 180 past eruptions! Is the summit in Shizuoka or Yamanashi? Japan’s best-known mountain is full of surprises! “So Interesting You’ll Lose Sleep: Illustrated Guide to Mount Fuji” goes on sale 4/10!
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Nihon Bungeisha will release “So Interesting You’ll Lose Sleep: Illustrated Guide to Mount Fuji” on April 10, 2026. Supervised by 富士学会, the book explores Mount Fuji from multiple perspectives, including geology, history, art, religion and lifestyle, and explains trivia and little-known secrets not found in guidebooks.
SEGA FAVE will hold various events starting April 11, 2026, to mark the 4th anniversary of the online crane game “SEGA UFO CATCHER ONLINE.” The lineup includes limited-edition clear files and commemorative cans, as well as a special live stream on YouTube.
Valuence makes the environmental value of brand resale visible, updates “Resale Impact” calculation method and discloses fiscal 2025 results
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Valuence Holdings has updated the calculation method for “Resale Impact,” an indicator of the contribution of brand resale to reducing environmental impact, and disclosed its fiscal 2025 results. This makes the environmental value of its reuse business quantifiable and clarifies its contribution to the circular economy.
AI monitoring service “Issho.” releases free “Dementia Risk Self-Check” ── 10 questions offer a starting point for noticing changes in cognitive function
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株式会社Mycat’s AI monitoring service “Issho.” has released a free “Dementia Risk Self-Check” for older adults. The 10 questions offer a starting point for noticing changes in cognitive function and support early detection and the maintenance of quality of life.
Now, let the games begin――. Fragrances inspired by characters from the TV anime “No Game No Life” are here!
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Fairy Tale Co., Ltd. will release fragrances inspired by characters from the TV anime “No Game No Life” starting April 10. They will be sold through online stores and other outlets, with a pop-up also planned at a directly operated store.
AI platform “AI IPGenius” to enable “reproducible productivity gains” through cross-analysis of production-line improvement logs, making its first use in the process development division of a semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker
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Legal Tech, Inc. has implemented the AI platform “AI IPGenius” in the process development division of a semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker. It cross-analyzes distributed unstructured data, including improvement logs and meeting minutes, to achieve reproducible productivity gains.
Ginza Diamond Shiraishi releases new short film “Brand New Day” directed by Isao Yukisada｜TV commercial to air nationwide starting Saturday, April 11｜Starring Noritaka Hamao and Sara Shida
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Ginza Diamond Shiraishi will release a new short film and TV commercial, “Brand New Day,” directed by Isao Yukisada, starting April 11.
Wat han Trading will make its first appearance at “CPHI Japan 2026,” to be held from April 21 to 23, 2026. As global collaboration grows in importance, it aims to connect pharmaceutical companies and suppliers in Japan and overseas and build procurement and supply systems for pharmaceutical ingredients through direct dialogue.
Original出張はこれ1つあればOK！あらゆる充電シーンに対応する「USB急速充電器 USB PD（パワーデリバリー）対応 65W コード巻取式」をLife on Productsより新発売
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Life on Products will launch the “USB Fast Charger, USB PD-Compatible, 65W, Retractable Cable,” which has a built-in cable and can charge up to 3 devices simultaneously at up to 65W, on April 27, 2026.
Supplier agreement signed with handball player Riku Maeda of アルバモス大阪高石
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Base Food Co., Ltd. has signed a supplier agreement with handball player Riku Maeda. The company will support the athlete’s performance through its nutritionally complete foods.
Recruiting participants for “Smile Project 2026,” a joint soccer practice session for middle school girls
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Saitama City will hold “Smile Project 2026,” a joint soccer practice session that beginners can easily join, as a measure to address the declining number of middle school girls playing soccer.
VIPO strengthens cooperation with フランス国立映画映像センター（CNC） in the film and audiovisual sector
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VIPO and フランス国立映画映像センター（CNC） have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on cooperation in the Japanese and French film and audiovisual sectors. They aim to develop the cultural and creative industries of both countries by promoting co-productions and training professionals.
[Joint project with Mizuno] Limited-time release of T-shirts featuring rare vehicle blueprints from Fruitea Fukushima!
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JR East Tohoku General Service (LiViT) and Mizuno have jointly released T-shirts featuring vehicle blueprints of the sightseeing train Fruitea Fukushima, which retired in 2023.
[New store] “A world of deliciousness that begins with a cup of coffee”—Tokai region’s first Maruyama Coffee Nagoya Sakae store to open on Thursday, June 11, 2026
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Maruyama Coffee Co., Ltd. will open its new Nagoya Sakae store, its first in the Tokai region, inside the commercial facility HAERA on June 11, 2026. The store will offer limited-edition products, including “Nagoya Blend” and bottled coffee, as well as an elegant setting.
Enjoy the fresh green season while sampling ciders from northern Shinano! Iizuna Cider Garden 2026, bringing together cideries from Iizuna Town, to be held Saturday, May 16
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St. Cousair will hold Iizuna Cider Garden 2026 at St. Cousair Hill in Iizuna Town, Nagano Prefecture, on May 16, 2026. 7 local businesses will gather for cider tasting amid the fresh greenery.
[Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba] Wins Gold in the Chicken Wing Division at the 17th Karaage Grand Prix®! The legendary chicken wings that won the award will be offered for 18 yen on April 18 (Yotteba Day) in gratitude for the company’s 18th anniversary
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Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba has won gold at the Karaage Grand Prix. To mark the win, it will offer chicken wings for 18 yen on April 18, its founding anniversary.
[Latest release] An in-depth look at wheelchair rugby, spotlighted in a TV drama. “Learn About Para Sports Through Videos and Commentary!” wheelchair rugby edition released
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The Nippon Foundation Para Sports Support Center has released the latest installment of “Learn About Para Sports Through Videos and Commentary!,” explaining wheelchair rugby, which has attracted attention through a TV drama. Paralympic gold medalists also appear to share the appeal of the sport.
TESS Group, テス・エンジニアリング株式会社 and 株式会社バディネット sign business partnership agreement for battery storage facility development
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Tess Engineering and Budynet have signed a business partnership agreement for a battery storage facility development project aimed at expanding renewable energy and stabilizing the power grid.
[With bonus exclusive to Yurindo] “Yokohama Architecture: Buildings and Lives Connecting Memories,” a hit with architecture fans, now on sale at Yurindo stores with a new exclusive bonus
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株式会社トゥーヴァージンズ will resume sales of the Yurindo-exclusive edition of the book “Yokohama Architecture” in April 2026. A previously unreleased set of presentation materials by Kunio Nakai will be added as a new bonus.
Gold winner for 6 consecutive years! Trial Group’s Kohaku Honpo signature product, “Special Soy Sauce Karaage Showcasing a Chef’s Craft,” with seasoning revamped starting from 1, wins gold in the Western Japan Supermarket Deli Division at the 17th Karaage Grand Prix®
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Trial Group’s Kohaku Honpo special soy sauce karaage has won gold in the Western Japan Supermarket Deli Division at the 17th Karaage Grand Prix (for the 6th consecutive year).
[ROOT CO. exclusive models] YOSEMITE HAND STRAP with chic matte-black components: preorders open for 2 models with different attachment methods
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ROOT CO. opened preorders for 2 exclusive YOSEMITE HAND STRAP models on April 10, 2026. Featuring a special matte-black design suited to outdoor and everyday use, they combine drop protection with stylish design.
Futaba Corporation has invested in 株式会社MAZIN, which develops AI systems for injection molding. The 2 companies will strengthen their collaboration and jointly advance solutions to improve productivity and address challenges at manufacturing sites.
Asante Tohoku’s Fukushima Branch signs an agreement with 福島県 on community monitoring initiatives
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Asante Tohoku’s Fukushima Branch has signed an agreement with 福島県 on community monitoring initiatives. Through its business visits, it will help identify signs of trouble among local residents at an early stage and contribute to community welfare.
CarbGen launches CarbConnect® “AI Studio,” a no-code life sciences platform that supports the entire process from AI model development to operation
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CarbGen Co., Ltd. has launched “AI Studio,” a platform for life sciences that supports the entire process from AI model development to operation without coding.
A special dinner featuring sake, regional cuisine and Japanese traditional instruments. Takarazake Brewery Restaurant announces spring and summer schedule for its “Japanese Instrument Collaboration Day”
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Takarazake Brewery Restaurant, operated by Minashia, a subsidiary of Polaris Holdings, has announced the spring and summer schedule for its special dinner event featuring sake, regional cuisine and live performances on Japanese traditional instruments.
Japan’s first (1) sports science-focused correspondence high school support school, Agec High School, opens; holds ceremony for its inaugural class
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Agec High School, a correspondence high school support school specializing in sports science and operated by the エイジェックグループ, opened on April 1, 2026, and held its entrance ceremony.
[First in the Chugoku region] Nakgopsae specialty restaurant 사위식당 (Sawui Sikdang) to open in Hiroshima Prefecture!
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사위식당 (Sawui Sikdang), a nakgopsae specialty restaurant with more than 30 locations in South Korea, will open its first location in the Chugoku region in Hiroshima. It will bring authentic spicy hot pot to the area.
COVEROSS® joins the “A PROP” and “24H LIFE GEAR” projects for the ANYTIME FITNESS official online store.
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COVEROSS, a functional fabric from hap Inc., has been selected for the “24H LIFE GEAR” project at the ANYTIME FITNESS official store, and new apparel has been unveiled.
Saeed Khan, former head of enterprise technology at Coca-Cola Bottlers, appointed Head of Information Systems at TeraWatt Technology
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TeraWatt Technology, which develops next-generation batteries, has appointed Saeed Khan, who formerly oversaw IT at Coca-Cola and other companies, as Head of Information Systems.
PoC platform “Proofly” to exhibit at “STARTUP JAPAN EXPO 2026”! First opportunity to experience decision-making without failure at the booth — turning uncertain challenges into conviction through a “test fitting” for business
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Monster Bank will exhibit its PoC platform “Proofly” and execution-focused support “EMO Model” at “STARTUP JAPAN EXPO 2026.” It will offer an experience that turns uncertain business challenges into conviction through data.
Recruiting the first cohort for the Sasutore Coach Training Program: 5 J.League clubs join! Bringing innovation born from “sustainability × sports” into society
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shikakeru Inc. has partnered with 5 J.League clubs and begun recruiting the first cohort for its “Sasutore Coach Training Program,” which develops people who use sports to address social issues.
“Sukkiri Na Ramune” wins an award at the Disaster Food Competition
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The ramune candy “Sukkiri Na Ramune,” developed by 株式会社SiCi, has won an award at the Disaster Food Competition. It was recognized as a “new-generation emergency food” suitable for everyday use and emergencies, with 4 functions: glucose, citric acid, salt, and lactic acid bacteria.
Notice: Preliminary Pitch Competition for the Nursing DX Awards 2026
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一般社団法人日本男性看護師會 will hold the preliminary pitch competition for the Nursing DX Awards 2026 online on May 19, 2026. Services that passed the first screening will take the stage, and attendees can also vote.
Operating profit surges to more than 2.4 times the previous year as trading card and game resale business grows rapidly: research coverage begins on “Tay Two” | Next-generation equity research “ENVALITH (Envalith)”
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株式会社エンヴァリス has begun distributing a full-year earnings preview report for the fiscal year ending February 2026 for 株式会社テイツー, whose trading card and game resale business is growing rapidly. Tay Two is performing well, with operating profit exceeding 2.4 times the previous year, and Envalith will bring the company’s value to investors in Japan and overseas through its next-generation equity research platform.
Research coverage begins on “Triple Eyes,” which provides end-to-end AI solutions and GPU infrastructure | Next-generation equity research “ENVALITH (Envalith)”
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株式会社エンヴァリス has begun distributing a second-quarter earnings preview report for the fiscal year ending August 2026 for 株式会社トリプルアイズ, which provides AI solutions and GPU infrastructure. Through its next-generation equity research platform “ENVALITH,” it analyzes Triple Eyes’ growth strategy and earnings improvement from multiple perspectives and provides information to investors in Japan and overseas.
MIYEON’s new song “Don’t ever say goodbye,” produced by NUTOИ and announced at the Mynavi TGC2026 S/S TOKYO RESIDENT Stage, is out today!
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MIYEON’s new song “Don’t Ever Say Goodbye,” produced by NUTOИ, was released today. The song was announced as a surprise at the TOKYO RESIDENT Stage of “Mynavi TGC 2026 S/S,” and NUTOИ is a music project by Naoki Wada.
In the East Japan Supermarket Deli category of the 17th Karaage Grand Prix®, Inageya’s “Spice-Scented! Genkotsu Fried Chicken” wins the Gold Award
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Inageya Co., Ltd.’s “Spice-Scented! Genkotsu Fried Chicken” won the Gold Award in the East Japan Supermarket Deli category of the 17th Karaage Grand Prix®. It also won the special “コカ・コーラ Award,” marking 6 consecutive years of winning Gold or higher and 8 consecutive years of winning an award including a special award.
“Famima Food Drive” launches at 5 ファミリーマート stores in Katano City.
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特定非営利活動法人寝屋川市民たすけあいの会 is launching a food drive at 5 ファミリーマート stores in Katano City as a partner in the “Famima Food Drive” organized by ファミリーマート. The collected food will be delivered to people in need of food assistance through local social welfare organizations and other groups.
[Refreshing summer sweets] Kamakura Witch’s luxurious summer “Gelée de Fruits,” packed with the juiciness of domestic fruit pulp, goes on sale April 15, 2026!
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有限会社ケイワン began selling its summer-limited “Gelée de Fruits,” made with domestic fruit pulp, on April 15, 2026. Available in 3 varieties—Kyoho grape, white peach, and cherry—it can be carried at room temperature and is ideal as a gift.
“Turn your beloved dog into contemporary art!” An “EIJI TAMURA DOG ART” custom-order event featuring vivid portraits of your dog will be held at ISETAN SALONE (Isetan Salone, Roppongi) from April 29 (Wednesday)!
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An “EIJI TAMURA DOG ART” custom-order event featuring vivid portraits of your dog will be held at ISETAN SALONE (Isetan Salone, Roppongi) from April 29. It is a rare opportunity to preserve your beloved dog forever as contemporary art and experience the distinctive world of artist Eiji Tamura.
Music project CANTONEA (Cantonea) launches: Not alone — sounds and hearts in harmony
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The music project “CANTONEA (Cantonea)” has launched and will hold a charity concert at Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall on August 13, 2026. Cancer survivors and their families, children, musicians, medical professionals, and audience members will create the performance together, offering a place where people can feel they are “not alone.”
Bringing “colorful individuality” to childcare settings. Social Welfare Corporation Lemonkai establishes appearance guidelines that balance childcare workers’ diversity and professionalism
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Social Welfare Corporation Lemonkai has established new appearance guidelines that respect the diverse individuality of childcare workers while maintaining professionalism. By relaxing rules on hair color and accessories and fostering a culture in which staff think for themselves and grow together as a team, the guidelines create a living educational environment that teaches children to respect individuality.
AI automatically matches 6,000 public calls for proposals from the government’s 122 trillion yen budget; Jolly Good accelerates DX for subsidy utilization by joining “KOUBO NEXT”
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Jolly Good has joined “KOUBO NEXT,” an AI-powered platform for diagnosing public calls for proposals and matching project consortiums, as an official solution partner. It will leverage approximately 6,000 public projects funded by the government’s 122 trillion yen budget to accelerate DX across all industries.
[3482 Roadstar Capital] Ranked among High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific for 7 consecutive years
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Roadstar Capital Inc. has been ranked for 7 consecutive years in “High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2026,” compiled by Financial Times and Statista. This is a remarkable achievement reached by only 6 companies in the Asia-Pacific region and shows that the company’s strategy of combining real estate and technology is driving sustained high growth.
The 15th of every month is “WESTER Mall Day”! Earn 5 times the WESTER points on all products, including local specialties from across Japan!
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The WESTER Mall e-commerce site operated by JR West is launching the “WESTER Mall Day” campaign to mark its 2nd anniversary. On the 15th of every month, customers will earn 5 times the WESTER points on all products. The campaign will begin on April 15, 2026, and run until further notice, aiming to encourage purchases and expand use of the e-commerce site.
From HMDs in the AI era to the latest Waveguide technology: “VR/AR Optics and Case Studies” seminar set for April 24 (Fri.)!
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The “VR/AR Optics and Case Studies” seminar, covering the latest trends in VR/AR technology, will be held at Pacifico Yokohama on April 24, 2026. Experts will explain topics including integration with AI, laser retinal projection, and Waveguide technology.
“Logistics-First Management: Supply Chain Reform Led by the CLO (Chief Logistics Officer)” to go on sale on April 13, 2026 (Mon.)
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Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting will publish a book on “logistics-first management,” which views logistics as a source of competitive advantage, on April 13, 2026. The book addresses the “2024 problem” and the mandatory appointment of a CLO (Chief Logistics Officer).
【SMBC×富良野自然塾】Coming Aug. 6 (Thu.)–9 (Sun.)! A summer-break-only nationwide children’s camp to “learn through the five senses”
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SMBC and 富良野自然塾 will jointly hold a summer-break-only nationwide children’s camp to “learn through the five senses” from August 6 to 9. Despite rising prices, the participation fee will remain unchanged from 2023, and the camp will offer experiences in Hokkaido’s natural environment and environmental education.
【OKJ】Notice Regarding the Listing of “STEPN/Green Metaverse Token (GMT)”
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OKCoin Japan Co., Ltd. announced that it will begin handling the crypto asset “STEPN/Green Metaverse Token (GMT)” on April 20, 2026. This will bring the number of crypto assets handled by OKJ to 51. The company says this will be the first domestic listing of GMT as of April 20, 2026. GMT is the governance token of STEPN, a “Move-to-Earn” fitness app, and users can earn tokens and NFT rewards through exercise.
The “quirky” animal-care staff behind 8 million YouTube views team up for the first time with a breeding specialist! A support-focused talk event to protect the future of penguins will be held on April 25, “World Penguin Day”
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アドベンチャーワールド will hold a support-focused talk event to protect the future of penguins on April 25, 2026, to coincide with “World Penguin Day.” A popular YouTube animal-care staff member and a breeding specialist will team up. Attendees will receive a rare keychain containing down feathers, and a portion of the proceeds will go toward penguin breeding research.
【The ultimate 12-in-1】ORICO’s powerhouse docking station at a stunning effective 42% off.
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ORICO announced the “ORICO M2P11,” a 12-in-1 docking station designed to address laptop port shortages and storage issues. A limited-time discount campaign offers up to 42% off. Features include a built-in M.2 SSD enclosure and cooling fan.
【On sale starting April 23!】<52nd Japan Philharmonic Summer Holiday Concert 2026> 16 performances across the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kyoto in July–August
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日本フィルハーモニー交響楽団 will hold all 16 performances of the “52nd Japan Philharmonic Summer Holiday Concert 2026” in the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kyoto from July 18 to August 3, 2026. The concert series, which began in 1975, gives children the opportunity to experience classical music with their families and is now enjoyed by 三 generations.
Christian van Nieuwerburgh, a world-renowned authority in coaching psychology who has transformed educators at 1,000 schools worldwide and more than 100,000 educators, visits Japan: Media briefing to mark the release of “The Complete Guide to Listening”
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Christian van Nieuwerburgh, a world-renowned authority in coaching psychology, will visit Japan for a media briefing on April 21, 2026, to mark the release of his new book, “RADICAL LISTENING: The Complete Guide to Listening.” He will highlight the importance of “the art of dialogue” in an increasingly divided society.
Pasona Group has been selected for the “DX Stock 2026” program by 経済産業省 and others for the first time. It was highly rated for building a foundation that “makes the most of people,” including internal digital transformation, the use of AI, and the development of digital talent on a scale of 12,000 people.
PR TIMES, with 70 million monthly page views*, to move its service domain to “prtimes.com” this fall
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PR TIMES, Inc. announced that it will move the domain of its press release distribution service from “prtimes.jp” to the global-standard “prtimes.com” during fall 2026.
Upgrading well-located newly built detached homes to meet ZEH standards across all properties
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Open House Group announced that it will begin ensuring all newly built detached homes for sale whose building confirmation applications are filed from April 2026 onward meet ZEH standards. The company aims to contribute to a decarbonized society by raising home performance.
Jimoty, Inc. has signed an agreement with 茨城県水戸市 on reuse. The city will promote the option of “giving items away instead of throwing them out” through Jimoty on its official website, aiming to reduce waste.
Timee releases quarterly report on the spot-work market (2026 Q1 edition)
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Timee has released its spot-work market report for 2026 Q1. The average hourly wage in the three major metropolitan areas rose to 1,230 yen, up 4.6% year on year, with notable increases in job postings in nursing care and agriculture.
A puff that expands with water! Its teardrop shape covers even hard-to-reach areas. Shobido launches the “Wet & Dry Puff” to create a radiant makeup look*
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Shobido Co., Ltd. began selling the “Wet&Dry Puff,” which expands when dampened and creates a radiant makeup look, on April 10, 2026.
Joint hosting of the “Japan Post Insurance - Aflac Acceleration Program 2026”
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Japan Post Insurance and Aflac Life Insurance will jointly host the “Acceleration Program 2026.” They aim to create new businesses by collaborating with startups in fields including healthcare and AI.
Monthly appraised value tops 800 billion yen. AI appraisal tool “Tsunagaru Online Appraisal” accelerates improvements in appraisal accuracy through extensive real-world use
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The monthly appraised value of “Tsunagaru Online Appraisal,” an AI real estate valuation tool provided by Speee, Inc., has topped 800 billion yen. AI training using extensive real-world data is improving appraisal accuracy and standardizing work that previously depended on individual expertise.
Asahi Kasei has been selected for “DX Stock 2026,” chosen by 経済産業省, 東京証券取引所 and others, for 6 consecutive years. Its digital transformation of business models and talent development were recognized.
The hugely popular “One-Hand BENTO,” which sold 220,000 meals at Expo food venues, gets an upgrade and makes its department store debut! Hokka Hokka Tei opens a permanent store in the prepared-food section of Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store, reopening on April 29!
Greater Tokyo rental market trends: Latest area-by-area analysis using the CRIX index
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Japan Information Create has released a report on the latest trends in the rental housing market in the Tokyo metropolitan area, using the CRIX index. It analyzes factors including the impact of oversupply on rents in Tokyo’s 23 wards.
Notice on sending Japan’s national team to the Asian Esports Championship 2026
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The Japan Esports Union (JESU) announced that it will send a Japanese national team to the international tournament “Asian Esports Championship 2026,” which will be held in South Korea from April 24.
Survey released on IT departments and DX promotion at small and midsize hospitals
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Yukaria Co., Ltd. conducted and published a survey of 105 IT staff members at small and midsize hospitals on their organizational structures and the state of DX promotion. It found that more than half of those surveyed had little capacity in their workloads, and that structural issues were impeding DX.
Turning female employees’ “wish list” into reality: New “matsukiyo LAB” beauty drinks help replenish beauty with ease, even amid busy daily routines
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MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. will launch 2 beauty drinks on April 11 under its original “matsukiyo LAB” brand, developed based on feedback from female employees.
[2026 Customer Success Japan Market Trends and Conditions Survey (4)] The growing polarization of business growth: The “function” of customer success becomes a decisive factor in companies’ revenue and profit growth
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Virtualex announced the “2026 Customer Success Japan Market Trends Survey (Fourth Edition).” About 60% of companies working on customer success reported gaining new customers or increasing sales, showing that customer success is functioning as an “engine for proactive growth.”
Nitto Kogyo donates “reflective keychains” in support of traffic safety for children entering first grade
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Nitto Kogyo donated original reflective keychains promoting traffic safety to about 5,300 children entering first grade across 8 municipalities where it has headquarters and factories.
[Kintetsu Department Store] Sustainable initiative “E～COTO CHOICE” to fully launch in fiscal 2026, accelerating ESG promotion
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Kintetsu Department Store will fully launch “E～COTO CHOICE,” a sustainable initiative to accelerate ESG promotion, in fiscal 2026. The program will offer choices that benefit the planet, local communities, and people.
16 new stores, including some making their nationwide debut, to join the prepared-foods section at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store in a remodel; grand opening on Wednesday, April 29
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The prepared-foods section at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store will reopen after renovations on April 29, 2026, with 16 new stores, including some making their nationwide debut.
7 new shops coming to the food section at Kintetsu Department Store Uehommachi Store; popular shops to reopen with refreshed looks
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Kintetsu Department Store Uehommachi Store is undertaking a major renovation of its basement food section in spring 2026. In April, 7 new shops, including なだ万, Naruto-ya, and わさび葉寿し うめもり, will open as the store aims to become an “indispensable store” for local residents.
Kintetsu Department Store’s regional revitalization project, “Harukas Nippon Expo: A Journey of Discovery in Regional Revitalization,” launches in spring 2026; “Kagoshima Edition” begins May 6
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In spring 2026, Kintetsu Department Store will launch “Harukas Nippon Expo: A Journey of Discovery in Regional Revitalization,” a project to revitalize regional areas in partnership with local governments and businesses across Japan, at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store. The first installment, the “Kagoshima Edition,” starts May 6 and will showcase the prefecture’s diverse appeal throughout the store.
[Kintetsu Department Store Wakayama Store] First in the prefecture! A series of new openings, including “オンデーズ,” “マリメッコ,” and “Gelato Pique”!
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Kintetsu Department Store Wakayama Store will reopen after a refresh in spring 2026, with “マリメッコ” and “Gelato Pique” among the brands opening their first locations in Wakayama Prefecture.
Notice of Wel-Dish’s second-quarter earnings briefing (online)
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Wel-Dish Co., Ltd. announced that it will hold an online briefing on its financial results for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending August 2026. The company will discuss its financial results and future business plans for institutional and individual investors.
Sauna-focused hotel “(tentative name) HOTEL ZEN SAUNA RESORT –Wakura–” planned to open in December 2026 in Wakura Onsen, Noto
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株式会社ゼン・ランド plans to restore the former Hotel Jubankan in Wakuramachi, Nanao, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and open it as the sauna-focused hotel “(tentative name) HOTEL ZEN SAUNA RESORT –Wakura–” in December 2026. The project aims to support regional recovery and establish a wellness destination.
ElevenLabs and IBM form strategic partnership to give corporate “AI agents” expressive multilingual voices, creating “next-generation digital employees”
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ElevenLabs and IBM announced a strategic partnership. Companies using IBM watsonx Orchestrate will be able to deploy expressive, multilingual AI agents at scale using ElevenLabs’ high-quality voice AI, bringing a human touch and greater trustworthiness to corporate AI agents.
Supporting the overseas expansion of companies that employ Specified Skilled Worker talent, moving the initiative toward commercialization
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Proud Partners, a company that provides recruitment and retention support for Specified Skilled Worker talent, has fully launched a business supporting the overseas expansion of companies that employ such workers and have made progress in retaining them. Against a backdrop of shrinking domestic demand due to population decline, the initiative aims to foster international industrial partnerships centered on foreign talent and promote growth for companies and workers.
HPC Systems launches AI infrastructure assessment service
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HPC Systems has launched “AI Infrastructure Assessment,” a new service supporting companies and research institutions in adopting generative AI and LLMs. Looking ahead from proof of concept through production operations, it recommends optimal hardware configurations based on model size and the number of concurrent users.
“Reforestation Pachinko” introduced simultaneously at 3 parlors operated by Heisei Kogyo | Heisei Kogyo’s 7th, 8th and 9th locations in total
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On April 8, 2026, 株式会社平成興業 changed the names of 3 pachinko halls it operates to “ALIVE” and introduced “Reforestation Pachinko” at the same time. The initiative aims to reduce CO2 emissions through gaming.
The Engineer type editorial team produces and distributes a writing guidebook based on lessons from being “called out” on the job: “Who Is Going to Read That? 15 Times a First-Year Editor Got Called Out.”
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Engineer type, published by 株式会社キャリアデザインセンター, has created a writing guidebook to support engineers in sharing information and will distribute it free of charge at Technical Book Fest 20.