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NHK has released Japanese and English versions of a corporate video introducing its activities to audiences in Japan and abroad. The 2-minute video presents its role as a public media organization and its approach to its daily work.
The national treasure “Uesugi Edition of the Rakuchu-Rakugai Screens,” restored for the first time in 25 years, will go on special display at 米沢市上杉博物館. Painted by Kano Eitoku and presented by Oda Nobunaga to Uesugi Kenshin, the work is of great historical significance.
Companies mentioned：米沢市上杉博物館
Yanoman Co., Ltd. will offer new merchandise for advance sale at “KAGAYA: Songs of the Sky,” an exhibition by star photographer KAGAYA. The exhibition will run at そごう美術館 from April 11, 2026.
Companies mentioned：そごう美術館
Originalイオンリテールの総菜「唐揚げ唐王」が「第17回からあげグランプリ」東日本スーパー総菜部門で大会史上初となる3年連続の最高金賞を受賞した。
Companies mentioned：イオンリテール、一般社団法人日本唐揚協会
株式会社麩屋銀 has launched Kotobuki, custom-made fu sweets crafted to match a child’s height, as a new product to replace issho mochi, traditionally used to celebrate a child’s 1st birthday.
Sales of Kojima Sohonten’s sustainable sake Toko AIGAMO have increased 3.3 times since its revamp, suggesting that consumers’ environmental awareness is growing.
Original地域情報アプリ「Lorcle（ロークル）」に静岡県警が参加し、静岡県内の全35市町がサービスエリアとなった。防犯情報や地域情報の配信を通じ、ユーザー拡大を進める。
Companies mentioned：静岡県警、中日新聞社、東京新聞
Solana development tool SLV, developed and operated by ELSOUL LABO B.V. and Validators DAO, now supports the kagren patch, which accelerates PoH SHA-256 calculations for Solana validators. The patch is expected to improve performance by 10–20% on AMD Zen3 and later CPUs, contributing to greater efficiency across the Solana ecosystem.
Companies mentioned：ELSOUL LABO B.V.、Validators DAO、Epics DAO
Aisin Corporation has been selected as a DX-Captivating Company 2026 under the Digital Transformation Stock Selection 2026, jointly chosen by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Tokyo Stock Exchange and the Information-technology Promotion Agency. The selection recognized the company’s promotion of manufacturing DX based on its Cyber/Physical Information Factory (CPIF), business transformation through its v.Platform business support platform, and the creation of new businesses and resolution of social challenges using its mobility services platform. Aisin considers DX and the use of generative AI key initiatives as it works to strengthen competitiveness and create new value.
Keikyu Department Store and ウィング上大岡 will hold the “Kamiōoka G.W. Festival” from April 23 to May 6, 2026, to mark their 30th anniversary. A range of family-friendly events are planned, including a photo exhibition, a JAZZ live performance, parent-child soccer and limited-time gourmet food sales.
Companies mentioned：京急グループ、株式会社京急百貨店、ウィング上大岡、サンマルク、マリノストリコロールパーク上大岡、横濱しげた
Keikyu Department Store will hold the Keikyu Railway Festival from April 24 to May 7, 2026, to mark its 30th anniversary. The event offers railway component displays, hands-on programs and merchandise sales, with something for railway fans and families alike.
Companies mentioned：株式会社京急百貨店、京浜急行電鉄株式会社、京浜急行バス株式会社、川崎鶴見臨港バス株式会社、有限会社グローブプラニング
Premium cat food specialty store tama will give away cat-sized origami kabuto helmets to the first 200 customers in celebration of Children’s Day. Customers spending at least 3,300 yen can choose either pink or light blue.
Companies mentioned：マーケティングパートナー株式会社
The GINZA SIX store, flagship location of the natural edible swiftlet nest brand BI-SU operated by M Style Japan, will reopen after renovations on April 10, 2026.
Companies mentioned：エムスタイルジャパン株式会社、GINZA SIX
FTG Company will launch the Mother’s Day AI Contest on April 10, 2026, through its Japan AI Creative Contest (JACC) to support single-mother households. The charity initiative will invite single-mother households to a yakiniku restaurant or give them yakiniku meal sets, depending on the number of entries featuring AI-generated “thank-you videos for Mom.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社FTG Company、一般社団法人 日本シングルマザー支援協会
Dior has unveiled its campaign for the 2026 Fall collection, photographed in Paris by Buck Ellison. The collection, blending medieval heraldry, 18th-century splendor and a preppy mood, will be available at Dior boutiques nationwide and online.
Companies mentioned：Dior
Mitsui-Soko Holdings has been selected for the DX Stock Selection 2026, jointly chosen by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Tokyo Stock Exchange and the Information-technology Promotion Agency. Following its selection as a DX-Captivating Company 2025 the previous year, the company received high marks for the effectiveness of its DX initiatives. The selection recognized its effective DX strategy linked to its management strategy, its CEO-led efforts to address challenges across the logistics industry, its pursuit of both social problem-solving and revenue growth, and its transparent information disclosure. The company plans to continue advancing DX and creating new services as a digital logistics company.
Tokyu Fudosan Holdings has been selected for the Digital Transformation Stock Selection 2026 for the 2nd time, in recognition of its investment of 1,000億 yen or more under its DX vision “Digital Fusion” and its AI strategy.
Companies mentioned：経済産業省、東京証券取引所
A charcoal-grilled dango specialty shop, Ashinoko Sanpuku Chaya, will open on Saturday, April 11, 2026, near Hakone Shrine’s first torii gate. Its signature Sanpuku Dango is a lucky treat symbolizing wishes for three blessings—good fortune, happiness and prosperity. Made with domestically grown rice, it is crisp on the outside and chewy inside. It comes in 2 varieties: white dango (500 yen) and golden sesame dango (600 yen), with 3 flavors to choose from: plain, Gotemba mitarashi and Hakoneji green onion miso. The shop is located at 6-8 Motohakone, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture, about a 1-minute walk from Motohakone Port for the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise.
Acon Co. has launched a high-power 300W pulsed laser cleaner with improved output, processing speed and operability compared with previous models. As a non-contact cleaning technology that addresses rust and paint removal challenges in manufacturing and construction, it helps reduce working time and costs.
Original株式会社いい生活が経済産業省と東京証券取引所が選定する「DX注目企業2026」に選ばれました。不動産業界のDX推進に貢献するバーティカルSaaSとBPaaSが評価されました。
Companies mentioned：経済産業省、東京証券取引所
The Japan Travel and Tourism Association announced that 143 people completed its 2025 D Study program. The program meets DMO renewal requirements and contributes to developing tourism professionals.
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人日本観光振興協会、観光庁
CRAZY MUSCLE SHOW, a physical entertainment production by Takafumi Horie, will be held at Za Gran Tokyo from July 23 to 26, 2026. The official website and early-bird ticket sales have launched. The new show, which blends the limits of physical performance with entertainment, is drawing attention.
Companies mentioned：クレイジーマッスルショー実行委員会、SNSグループ株式会社、株式会社まっちょホールディングス
The private community library “東上野・新御徒町の私設図書館準備室” in Taito City has chosen “つむぐ文庫（つむぶん）” as its official name following a runoff vote among bookshelf owners. A reading and community交流 event will be held on April 22.
Original渋谷未来デザインは、渋谷区の「15㎢の運動場」構想の一環として、国際バスケットボール連盟（FIBA）主催の3人制バスケットボール国際大会「FIBA 3X3 SHIBUYA CHALLENGER 2026」を2026年4月18日・19日に恵比寿ガーデンプレイスセンター広場で開催します。本大会は、都市の公共空間を活用した日本初のFIBA 3x3 CHALLENGER国際大会であり、世界トップレベルの選手が集結します。
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン、FIBA（国際バスケットボール連盟）、渋谷区、サッポロ不動産開発株式会社、一般社団法人渋谷区スポーツ協会、渋谷区教育委員会
The indie game label of UNCHAIN has begun distributing free beta keys for its new PC game “Walking8.” This FPS horror game combines zombies with 8-ban-like anomaly exploration, as players try to escape a looping Western-style mansion while shooting anomalies.
Companies mentioned：UNCHAIN
Gakken, a subsidiary of Gakken Holdings, began distributing volume 3 of its e-book for younger elementary school students, “おすしかめんサーモン うちゅうニンジャへん,” on April 10, 2026. The series aims to foster a love of reading among children by featuring a sushi hero and incorporating playful elements such as mazes and puns.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken
Fragrances inspired by characters from the manga “列強戦線” are being offered as made-to-order products. Supervised by Natsuko Uruma, the fragrances express each character’s personality and appeal, and come with an exclusive illustrated card. Reservations are open from April 10 to May 10, 2026, at アニメイト and other retailers nationwide.
Companies mentioned：ムービック、アニメイト
The JAF Sapporo Branch will launch a tourism campaign on April 10 in partnership with 8 organizations in Hokkaido, offering prizes worth a total of 100,000 yen.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本自動車連盟（JAF）札幌支部、シャトレーゼガトーキングダム、松尾ジンギスカン、札幌交響楽団、道の駅 むかわ、羊ケ丘展望台、三笠市、シーニックバイウェイ北海道
イオンペット株式会社 signed an agreement on cooperation in animal welfare and management with Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, on April 10, 2026. The agreement aims to promote animal welfare and management and the adoption of rescued animals. The parties have previously worked together on activities such as pet rescue during disasters. Under the new agreement, they will establish a comprehensive cooperation framework covering animal welfare, including the promotion of rescued-animal adoptions and public awareness of proper pet care during normal times. Adoption efforts will be supported through information shared by イオンペット stores in Ichikawa City and adoption events for rescued cats.
The stage production “西園寺家の強襲,” produced by ぱすてるからっと, opens at Theater Green on April 22.
Companies mentioned：ぱすてるからっと、ロングランプランニング株式会社
U-NEXT will exclusively livestream “SBS人気歌謡 ON THE GO,” a live event originating from a Korean music program, on April 26, 2026. Popular artists including TXT will perform.
Companies mentioned：株式会社U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、SBS
An event celebrating the birthday of the character Deidara will begin on April 25, 2026, at “NARUTO×BORUTO 富士 木ノ葉隠れの里” at 富士急ハイランド.
Companies mentioned：富士急ハイランド、集英社、テレビ東京、ぴえろ
琉球ゴールデンキングス will face 三遠ネオフェニックス at Okinawa Suntory Arena on April 18 and 19.
Companies mentioned：琉球ゴールデンキングス、三遠ネオフェニックス、Bリーグ
Poplar Publishing will release “ねずみくんの花ことば,” volume 44 in its “ねずみくんの絵本” series, which has been running for more than 50 years, on April 8, 2026. The book is also drawing attention in connection with the TV anime adaptation.
Companies mentioned：NHK
Baroque Japan’s RODEO CROWNS WIDE BOWL will release collaboration items with Ed Hardy, known for its tattoo designs, on April 10.
Companies mentioned：Ed Hardy
In 2026, コカ･コーラシステム will strengthen its “Coca-Cola Drinking Habit Program” for restaurants, introducing a partnership with 食べログ and AI-powered POP recommendations.
Companies mentioned：コカ･コーラシステム、食べログ
シー・エフ・デー販売株式会社 will launch a total of 5 motherboards featuring ASRock’s latest AMD chipsets, B850, X870E and X870, on April 17.
Companies mentioned：シー・エフ・デー販売株式会社、ASRock
Yohji Yamamoto’s brand Ground Y is releasing a collaboration collection with popular character いたずらぐまのグルーミー. Early sales begin at Laforet Harajuku on April 17.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヨウジヤマモト
“いろいろかける君,” a versatile stylus from BELLEMOND, a brand of Fun Standard, has ranked No. 1 in Amazon best sellers. It is drawing renewed attention ahead of the release of a new game.
Companies mentioned：Fun Standard株式会社、株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス、Amazon、任天堂（Nintendo Switchの言及あり）
BELLEMOND has launched “MiraHanaFAN,” a handheld fan with a vanity mirror. It features a compact aurora design and is currently available with a limited-time 1,000-yen-off campaign.
Companies mentioned：Fun Standard株式会社、株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス、Amazon、楽天市場
17LIVE will hold an audition to select a promotional model for “GAB ME,” cosmetics produced by YouTuber Paparapeez’s Tanakaga.
Companies mentioned：17LIVE株式会社
Daytona International’s brand PUBLUX is collaborating with PEACH JOHN for the first time. Items featuring Girls² member Oka Sakura will go on sale April 10.
Companies mentioned：株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル、株式会社ピーチ・ジョン、ZOZOTOWN、Rakuten Fashion、FREAK’S STORE
The French animation school L'Atelier and Osaka Amusement Media College (AMG) held an online student work exchange, inspiring students through interaction with one another.
Companies mentioned：L'ATELIER（ラトリエ）、アミューズメントメディア総合学院（AMG東京校）、大阪アミューズメントメディア専門学校（AMG大阪校）
Originalポノス株式会社のスマホゲーム『にゃんこ大戦争』が累計1億1111万ダウンロードを突破し、2026年4月10日より記念イベント第2弾を開催。
Companies mentioned：ポノス株式会社
A special event limited to the rainy season, “May Rain Festival 2026,” will be held from May 9, 2026, at Shinobizato, within Nijigen no Mori in Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Island Park.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニジゲンノモリ
Inversenet will launch a free-shipping campaign covering all products from April 10 for its BTO PC brand FRONTIER.
Companies mentioned：インバースネット株式会社
The cookbook “New Home-Style Chinese Cooking” by Shuto has sold a cumulative 100,000 copies. To mark the milestone, the author’s new column will begin in the magazine “Croissant” on April 10, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マガジンハウス
株式会社Smarprise has begun accepting subscriptions to Surprise Box, a service that regularly delivers exclusive original items featuring San-X’s popular character “Rilakkuma.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社Smarprise、サンエックス株式会社
Itoki Co., Ltd. handled the overall direction and spatial design of the work area at Epson Sales Co., Ltd.’s business solutions center, “Epson XaILab (Epson Sai Lab).” The case study is featured on Itoki’s design gallery website, “ITOKI WORK-Style Design.” Epson XaILab was reimagined as a hub for dialogue and value creation with business partners. Its defining feature is a light, airy space with blue-green and gray tones, inspired by the nature of Shinshu. The facility includes an immersive theater and a work area designed as a working showroom.
Prime 1 Studio will begin taking reservations on April 10, 2026, for the world’s first life-size figure of Motoko Kusanagi from “Ghost in the Shell: SAC.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社プライム１スタジオ
Descente Japan will open 2 directly operated stores under the “DESCENTE” brand and 1 golf multi-brand store in Osaka’s Shinsaibashi and Namba areas in April.
Companies mentioned：デサントジャパン株式会社、大丸、高島屋
Descente Japan Co., Ltd. has signed an advisory agreement with Ryuto Igawa, a member of the Asahi Kasei track and field team, under its “DESCENTE” brand. Igawa competed in the Hakone Ekiden for 4 consecutive years while at Waseda University. After joining Asahi Kasei, he won his leg at the 2025 New Year Ekiden, helping the team secure victory, and won the 5000m at that year’s Japan Championships. Descente will support Igawa by supplying running shoes, training wear and other products, and will use his advice in product development.
株式会社ニーズ and Sun Family released “Cute Shimaenaga Wobble Blocks,” a wooden educational toy inspired by the Shimaenaga bird, on April 10. The toy helps build concentration and thinking skills through play.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニーズ、株式会社サンファミリー
TOKYO SKYTREE is teaming up with 祇園辻利 and others to hold its first event where visitors can enjoy matcha at the observation deck, “TOKYO Matcha Time at SKYTREE,” starting April 23.
Companies mentioned：祇園辻利、千穂菴
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Originalアソビュー、大井川鐵道、天神屋の3社が連携し、大井川鐵道向けの弁当事前予約サービスを2026年4月より開始。DX活用でフードロス削減を目指す。
Companies mentioned：アソビュー株式会社、大井川鐵道株式会社、株式会社天神屋
GiXo Inc. will hold a free online webinar on “Zero-Party Data and Customer Understanding” on April 22, 2026. It will explain true customer understanding and value exchange based on the characteristics of different types of data.
株式会社UPDATER and NPO法人WooMoo will hold “Mirai no Tobira Fest,” an event connecting children who do not attend school with society, on March 27, 2026. Through Tsubame, a “third place,” children will offer products and experiences and develop a sense of initiative.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人WooMoo
株式会社アシスト has begun recruiting sales agents in the Shizuoka area for an integrated local search optimization service (AIO, GEO, LLMO, and MEO) designed for the generative AI era.
Companies mentioned：Google、OpenAI (ChatGPT)、Perplexity
AI Samurai Inc. will hold a practical online seminar on April 24, 2026, about a new feature that cross-checks multiple generative AI systems using its patent examination simulation system, “AI Samurai ONE.”
株式会社ダイブ provided “Spot BPO,” combining the SaaS platform “Hassaku” with operational support, for the recruitment of around 300 winter staff for 苗場プリンスホテル.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダイブ、苗場プリンスホテル
“ROPÉ PICNIC,” operated by Cross Plus and Jun, has collaborated with functional apparel brand “Yoki” to launch a UV-protection hoodie for spring and summer. The item combines high performance with fashion appeal.
Companies mentioned：クロスプラス株式会社、株式会社ジュン
Toridoll Holdings has been selected as a “DX Stocks 2026” company by 東京証券取引所, 経済産業省, and the Information-technology Promotion Agency. The selection recognizes the company’s efforts to transform its business and create new value using digital technology.
Companies mentioned：経済産業省、東京証券取引所、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構
Natsume-sha will release a new book, “A Guide to Enjoying Day Hikes on Low Mountains: Safe and Comfortable Walking for Everyone,” on April 17. It covers knowledge for safe and comfortable day hikes on low mountains, from the basics of hiking to training methods, and is suitable for beginners.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナツメ社
株式会社ひらまつ will offer special spring menus and collaboration menus for the Hanae Mori exhibition at its restaurant inside The National Art Center, Tokyo, starting in April 2026. The restaurant will offer an experience combining art appreciation and dining.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ひらまつ
Kumamoto City released the web movie “Your 10 Years Are My 10 Years” on April 11 as part of the four-season event “Kumamoto Castle REVIVAL2026,” marking 10 years since the Kumamoto earthquake and looking back on recovery and reconstruction. The movie portrays the bonds and journey shared by Kumamoto Castle and its citizens over 10 years.
According to the February online fraud report, phishing sites related to games (Nintendo and PlayStation) increased. Securities-related fraud fell sharply overall, but scams impersonating Monex Securities remain stubbornly high.
Companies mentioned：Nintendo、PlayStation、Monex Securities、国税庁、Apple
We have appointed former Commissioner General of the National Police Agency Toshiro Yonemura as an adviser to strengthen our crisis management structure and risk management capabilities. Since joining the National Police Agency, Mr. Yonemura has built his career primarily in security, public safety, and crisis management, holding key positions including director general of the Public Security Bureau of the Metropolitan Police Department, chief of the Osaka Prefectural Police, Commissioner General of the National Police Agency, and Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary for Crisis Management. From 2014 to 2017, he served as a director of the Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee, and from 2014 to 2021, he served as its CSO. We will draw on his extensive experience and expertise to receive advice across a wide range of our business operations.
V-Cas, a VTuber casting service operated by 株式会社アイブレイド, will hold the 2nd Brawl Stars V-Cas Cup, a streaming event for the popular game Brawl Stars, starting April 11, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミラティブ、株式会社アイブレイド、Supercell
Heiwa Real Estate and Holiday Hack will hold 2 interactive events in Nihonbashi-Kabutocho starting April 17, 2026: an area-wide puzzle-solving experience and an immersive game. The events aim to showcase the area’s appeal and encourage visitors to explore it.
Companies mentioned：平和不動産株式会社、株式会社休日ハック、キャプション by Hyatt 兜町 東京
株式会社モバイルファクトリー will launch a collaboration campaign between the location-based game series “Eki Memo!” and the TV anime “Classroom of the Elite” on May 8, 2026. The campaign will offer a special experience featuring popular characters through gacha and mission events.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
Urayasu D-Rocks has opened the Urayasu D-Rocks Official Brew Pub in partnership with Matsuri Brewing, a craft brewery in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture. The initiative aims to help local residents feel closer to rugby and the team. The partners have previously worked together to brew the collaborative beer “Aoiwa,” and plan to share match information, display team merchandise, and hold fan events. The pub is located at 1st floor, Ishinaga Building, 2-1-27 Todaijima, Urayasu, and follows Matsuri Brewing’s business hours.
CIC Japan will exhibit at “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026,” which begins on April 27, 2026, for the first time. As a connection point for the global innovation ecosystem, it will introduce its locations and support programs.
Companies mentioned：CIC Japan、Nippon Life (日本生命)
Yokohama Excellence of the professional B2 basketball league announced that Benjamin Lawson has been removed from the injury list. He will be eligible to play starting with the April 11 game against 熊本ヴォルターズ.
Companies mentioned：熊本ヴォルターズ、福井ブローウィンズ、ライジングゼファー福岡、ファイティングイーグルス名古屋、越谷アルファーズ、京都ハンナリーズ
Yokohama Excellence (B.League) announced that Steven Hart’s contract has ended. He will continue to travel with the team as a support staff member.
T.T Saitama announced that, following the expiration of its contract with Minato Watanabe, both parties agreed not to renew it. The team expressed its gratitude to Watanabe and wished him success in the future.
Companies mentioned：T.T彩たま、Tリーグ
The limited-time event “Days of Nature” begins April 10, 2026, in thatgamecompany’s game Sky: Children of the Light. A portion of sales will be donated to ocean cleanup efforts, with the aim of contributing to the SDGs.
Companies mentioned：The Ocean Cleanup
株式会社エフアンドエム held “Labor and Social Security Attorney DX HEROES 2025,” honoring labor and social security attorney offices that achieved results through DX support. The event accelerated the industry’s DX efforts by sharing award-winning examples and announcing new services.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エフアンドエム、あかね社会保険労務士法人、RSM汐留パートナーズ社会保険労務士法人、社会保険労務士法人協心、社会保険労務士法人コーチジャパン、スポット社労士くん社会保険労務士法人、社会保険労務士法人ＴＭＣ、フクシマ社会保険労務士法人、社会保険労務士法人ベスト・パートナーズ
The company’s receipt data was featured in four regional newspapers in Kyushu in articles about supermarket sales rankings. This highlights the usefulness of data from the “ONE” receipt app and its influence in regional media.
Companies mentioned：イオン九州
The Japan Association for Single Mothers is partnering with FTG Company to hold the “Mother’s Day AI Contest.” Single-mother families will be invited to yakiniku meals based on the number of entries featuring AI-generated thank-you videos.
Companies mentioned：株式会社FTG Company、株式会社WIZAI
タチバナE酒販 will begin taking preorders on April 10 for the “Sakura in Full Bloom Lottery,” a whisky draw limited to 333 entries and featuring prizes such as Yamazaki 18-Year. The promotion offers a chance to win popular whiskies that are often resold at high prices, at a set price.
Companies mentioned：タチバナE酒販、株式会社アップライジング、Amazon
Kintetsu Real Estate Co., Ltd. announced that its tomato juice “HANAYOSHINO” (small bottle, 170 ml; large bottle, 720 ml), made from fruit tomatoes it grows, has won the Grand Gold Award at the international food competition “Monde Selection 2026.” The small bottle has won for 2 consecutive years, while the large bottle received the Grand Gold Award on its first entry. Each small bottle of “HANAYOSHINO” uses more than 10 fruit tomatoes and is characterized by a balance of rich sweetness and a clean finish. Since shipments began in June 2024, total shipments have surpassed 100,000 bottles (as of the end of March 2026). The fruit tomatoes used as ingredients are grown at “Kintetsu Farm Hanayoshino,” operated in Oyodo, Yoshino District, Nara Prefecture.
Originalハイアット リージェンシー 京都は、京都国立博物館の特別展「北野天神」と連携したランチプランを発表。人気ゲーム『刀剣乱舞ONLINE』とのコラボチケット付きプランも提供し、文化体験と美食を融合した特別な機会を提供します。
Companies mentioned：京都国立博物館、EXNOA LLC、NITRO PLUS
株式会社休日ハック and Heiwa Real Estate will launch the immersive experience game “ないしょのものいれ” on April 17, set in Nihonbashi-Kabutocho. Combining a walking tour with puzzle-solving, the game aims to revitalize the area.
Companies mentioned：株式会社休日ハック、平和不動産株式会社、ヰ空間
Ono Sokki Co., Ltd. was featured on “THE LEADERS,” aired on TOKYO MX on April 6, 2026. The program highlighted the company’s low-noise microphone MI-1282M10 and acoustic power level measurement system DS-5000, showcasing Japanese manufacturing technology.
The Japan Audio Society has announced the exhibitors for OTOTEN2026, one of Japan’s largest sound festivals, to be held at Tokyo International Forum from June 19 to 21, 2026. A total of 78 companies will exhibit this year, and a paid “Premium Day” will also be introduced.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本オーディオ協会、株式会社アコースティックフィールド、旭化成エレクトロニクス株式会社、有限会社飯田ピアノ、InnoTech株式会社、インターフェイス株式会社、WHISMR合同会社、Wuhan Aune Acoustics Co., Ltd.、AES日本学生支部、Xperi株式会社、Edifier Japan株式会社、株式会社エミライ、M'sファクトリー、エム・ティ・アイ株式会社、株式会社オーディオテクニカ、オーロラサウンド株式会社、株式会社小柳出電気商会、株式会社音楽之友社、オンキヨー株式会社、株式会社音元出版、鹿島建設株式会社、株式会社金井製作所、カナルワークス株式会社、カルバオン株式会社、完実電気株式会社、北日本音響株式会社、クボテック株式会社、株式会社クリプトン、株式会社KEF JAPAN、株式会社光城精工、株式会社コルグ、サエクコマース株式会社、Savitech Corp.、Xandrie Japan株式会社、株式会社CRI・ミドルウェア、株式会社JVCケンウッド、株式会社ジェネレックジャパン、城下工業株式会社、SYNCOMM TECHNOLOGY CORP.、ズートコミュニケーション合同会社、株式会社ステレオサウンド、StreamUnlimited Engineering GmbH、ソニー株式会社、ティアック株式会社、株式会社ディーアンドエムホールディングス、DVAS合同会社、TOA株式会社、株式会社デジタルストリーム、一般社団法人電子情報技術産業協会、東京エレクトロンデバイス株式会社、東北パイオニア株式会社、株式会社トヨタカスタマイジング＆ディベロップメント、株式会社ナガオカ、一般社団法人日本音楽スタジオ協会、日本音響エンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社日本ディックス、日本電気
株式会社プリペアード has begun recruiting sales agencies in Tottori Prefecture for communications infrastructure products, including PLATIAⅢ, which features nuisance-call countermeasures.
HEARTBEATS announced that it will launch “ヴェルトレ,” the official digital trading card® collection service for Toyota Verblitz, on Friday, April 10, 2026. Based on the ORICAL® system, the fan engagement service lets fans collect cards showcasing players and express what they love and who they support. Limited-edition cards featuring match scenes and birthday commemorations are planned, along with card trading, rankings and friend features that let fans connect with one another. Guided by its philosophy, “Be a heart that makes the world resonate,” HEARTBEATS offers new experiences in sports and entertainment.
熱海さとり本店 Korakuen branch, a specialty shop for rich-matcha sweets, will open on April 25, 2026, inside the IZU-ICHI resort complex in Atami.
Companies mentioned：熱海さとり本店
Shinagawa Refractories Co., Ltd. will transfer the crushing business operated by its subsidiary Shinagawa General to its partner 品川窯材株式会社 on August 31, 2026, strengthening its refractory recycling business.
Companies mentioned：品川ゼネラル株式会社、品川窯材株式会社
AI robotics company ムービーズ will partner with 東京都 and S.RIDE to offer robotaxi test rides and exhibit at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026.
Companies mentioned：東京都、S.RIDE株式会社、金沢大学
薬王堂 has revamped the skin analysis feature in its official app for the 3rd time. The update introduces its proprietary AI dedicated to skin analysis and adds a favorites feature.
Daito Suisan Co., Ltd. will launch a new grapefruit-flavored variety of its jelly drink for athletes, “オレは摂取す,” on April 17, 2026.
Companies mentioned：スーパースポーツゼビオ、Victoria、ヨドバシアートスポーツ、石井スポーツ、スポーツオーソリティ、スポーピアシラトリ
Good Trip Express, operated by 日本空輸株式会社, has published a domestic tour feature in partnership with ジェットスター. Offering the value prices associated with LCCs, it promotes trips to resort destinations such as Okinawa, Kyushu and Hokkaido, and recommends traveling by June, before the summer holidays.
Companies mentioned：ジェットスタージャパン、ジェットスター
CALL&RESPONSE has launched the 5th-generation model of its “zero-gravity backpack,” featuring patented AGS technology. It is about 20% lighter than previous models, with improved convenience.
Organic dried jujubes from 日本大地株式会社’s new brand earthon achieved 200% of their target in a Makuake crowdfunding campaign, demonstrating strong market interest. General sales will begin in spring 2026 through the company’s e-commerce site, Amazon and 楽天市場.
Companies mentioned：日本大地株式会社、Makuake、Amazon、楽天市場
港まちベース 946BANYA, a collaborative space in Kushiro, Hokkaido, has marked 3 years since its grand opening, with more than 600 events held and visitor numbers nearing 30,000. Use by younger people has surged, and student membership has reached 50. To mark its 3rd anniversary, the hub will hold a commemorative event featuring a regional revitalization expert, recruit student interns and launch a new operating structure with new staff, accelerating efforts to revitalize the area.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Hokkaido Design Code
もやし研究会, with 40 years of mail-order experience, will open its first physical store, YAENARI, in Higashisumiyoshi Ward, Osaka, on April 11, 2026.
Companies mentioned：有限会社もやし研究会、CAMPFIRE
SBI FX Trade has published its swap point results for FX trading in March 2026. The annualized receipt for USD/JPY per 10,000 currency units was 54,715 yen, equivalent to an annual rate of 3.64%, maintaining a level among the highest in the industry.
Companies mentioned：SBIグループ
Korean makeup brand 2aN held the immersive pop-up event “2aN SCHOOL in TOKYO” in Omotesando, Tokyo, to mark the launch of its new “Love Rosy Collection.” Global girl group Hearts2Hearts, the brand’s muse, visited Japan and brought excitement to the event.
Companies mentioned：WONDER LINE株式会社