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エース株式会社 will launch “フィーナRF LTD,” a limited-edition soft-sided carry-on from its brand “プロテカ.” Featuring a refined small-scale pattern, it uses a tent-like structure to achieve remarkable lightness. The product embodies the company’s philosophy of providing travel solutions.
和食さと, part of SRSグループ, will hold an early summer fair featuring “桜海老” and “鰹” starting April 16 (Thu.).
Companies mentioned：SRSホールディングス株式会社、SRSグループ
Zero Halliburton will open its first permanent store at Isetan Kaikan and launch a customization service for aluminum luggage on April 15. Customers will be able to create luggage that is uniquely their own.
The signing of a comprehensive partnership agreement aimed at promoting the Shiribeshi region and revitalizing its resorts has been announced. The partners aim to address regional challenges and offer a diverse range of tourism experiences.
Outdoor brand LOGOS has begun general sales of 4 types of ultra-lightweight, durable folding chairs featuring Pokémon designs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポケモン
ナノ・ユニバース is launching exclusive shorts with Dickies, offering a refined summer style for adults that combines trendiness and elegance.
Companies mentioned：ナノ・ユニバース、Dickies
Calbee is refreshing the beef consomme flavor of its “Crisp” snack for the first time and will launch a new product with enhanced savory meat flavor.
Companies mentioned：カルビー株式会社
Kao announced that it will release “Merit Dry Shampoo Sheets, Refreshing Cool Type: Ice-Cool Mint” in limited quantities starting April 18, 2026. The product offers an easy way to refresh the scalp.
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Hotel Nikko Tachikawa Tokyo announced that it has sponsored “Work Notes for Elementary School Students,” a supplementary career education textbook promoted by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. The initiative aims to contribute to the local community and nurture the next generation.
Companies mentioned：ニッコー・ホテルズ・インターナショナル
The “Mediterranean Gourmet Fair” will be held at GARDEN DINING at グランドニッコー東京 台場 from May 8 to June 28, 2026. Mediterranean cuisine will be served with exceptional hospitality.
Companies mentioned：グランドニッコー東京 台場、ニッコー・ホテルズ・インターナショナル
Sanwa Supply has launched 2 types of compact, foldable stands for megaphone speakers to make event setup more efficient. The company, which makes PC peripherals and IoT products, is offering a new product to make digital life more convenient.
A new picture book, “I Want to Do Everything, Mani-chan,” by Reina Kudo and Kenji Oikawa is now on sale. Its free-spirited, uninhibited story is sure to spark children’s imaginations.
Companies mentioned：学研ホールディングス
Brave group, which operates VTuber businesses and provides IP solutions, has announced its participation in the TOKYOROOMS exhibition.
Companies mentioned：Brave group
Applications have opened in Sendai for the “Certified Care Worker Introductory Training” for newly arrived specified skilled workers. The program also uses easy Japanese and contributes to building a welfare-focused society, including support for children requiring medical care.
A household goods manufacturer has added new colors to “Drop 9L,” the mesh version of its instantly foldable eco bag “Shupatto.”
世田谷美術館 and アートネットワーク・ジャパン have opened applications for artists in residence for “Performance Residence in Museum 2026-27.” They aim to promote culture and the arts, with a focus on performing arts.
Companies mentioned：世田谷美術館、アートネットワーク・ジャパン
Miyagi Prefecture broadcaster khb (Higashi Nippon Broadcasting) will launch the “khb Green Campaign” for fiscal 2026 with a new logo.
Companies mentioned：テレビ朝日
OriginalIACグループが展開する「運転免許トロッカ！」とアイドルグループ「高嶺のなでしこ」のコラボ新デザインが解禁。夏休み向け合宿免許の最新リーフレットが全国のローソン店頭で配布開始された。
Companies mentioned：ローソン
Anbell has announced its new folding umbrella, “VERYKAL HEATBLOCK Byosoku Pleats™.” It features a proprietary function that eliminates the stress of folding and aims to move consumers away from disposable umbrellas.
Music Securities Inc. has launched “Value SHARE,” a new fundraising service that aims to help businesses and their supporters grow together.
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LOOPARTS has been selected for the 14th cohort of “1stRound,” Japan’s largest startup growth support program co-hosted by academic institutions. This highlights the company’s mission to create a circular valley through resource-circulation technology.
Komono Town in Mie Prefecture has published the April issue of its newsletter, “Komono Newsletter,” featuring the new fiscal-year budget and priority projects. It showcases the town’s attractions, including its rich natural environment and Yunoyama Onsen, with a history of 1300 years.
MAX WASH & CAFE Kasai Station Front will open on April 13, 2026. The coin laundry includes a cafe and is operated by a company aiming to maximize real estate value through the use of IT.
&TEAM celebrates their 3rd EP "We on Fire" with a special listening party on AWA Lounge, featuring exclusive voice content.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社
Kitchen Company Co., Ltd. has made its first foray into Shiga Prefecture, launching a “mobile cafeteria” in Higashiomi City and Hino Town. It supports companies’ health management initiatives with reduced-pesticide rice from Tamba-Sasayama.
Korean hat brand WHITE SANDS, attracting attention, will hold a limited-time pop-up shop at Lumine Est Shinjuku. It will unveil its latest collection in Japan for the first time and appeal to fashion-conscious shoppers.
Companies mentioned：WHITE SANDS
株式会社キョーリツコーポレーション will release guitar straps featuring designs of the popular character Chiikawa on April 16, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社キョーリツコーポレーション
In addition to providing the childcare AI “hinary,” H Technologies has released “100 Generative AI Prompts for Use in Childcare Settings” for free. The company aims to improve childcare workers’ operational efficiency and the quality of childcare.
Hatch IT’s AI-supported learning service “CodeNest” has been selected for a Tokyo Metropolitan Government support program as a training program that develops engineers in as little as 3 months.
Companies mentioned：Hatch IT
Qorvo, a provider of innovative semiconductor solutions, has won the 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award. The award recognizes the company’s outstanding talent development program and ability to attract the next generation of talent.
Companies mentioned：Qorvo、Nasdaq
Kyowa Electronic Instruments’ cloud service “KYOWA CLOUD FIELD” now supports the UCAM-80A data logger. This will make remote stress and strain measurement more convenient.
LOOV, which offers the AI presentation tool “TALKsmith,” has raised funding in a Series A round. It aims to speed up business decision-making through presentation automation.
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株式会社MIYABI has announced a new product for Mother’s Day: a birth-flower tote bag personalized with a name. This expands the options for personalized gifts that convey the giver’s feelings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MIYABI
Shabu Shabu KINTAN Daikanyama Main Store will launch a new menu item, “natto shabu-shabu,” on April 15, 2026. It offers a unique, health-conscious dining experience featuring rich natto miso soup and synbiotics.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カルネヴァーレ
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Loohcs Juku Osaka Umeda School, operated by Loohcs株式会社, will hold a free workshop to prepare for comprehensive selection admissions (AO admissions). It offers practical experience writing statements of purpose and participating in interviews.
Companies mentioned：Loohcs株式会社
Original株式会社バリューデザインが北海道松前町に現地決済型ふるさと納税サービス「ふるまちPay」を導入。地域の経済活性化と納税者の利便性向上を図る。
Companies mentioned：株式会社バリューデザイン、北海道松前町
Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo will hold its 3rd business networking event. It aims to create business opportunities among participating companies by leveraging the rugby team’s network. This is one example of how sports teams can contribute to revitalizing local economies.
Companies mentioned：NTT
Sony has added “Smart Reporting,” a feature that lets users complete reports on their smartphones, to its “Patolog” business DX support tool. The feature improves the accuracy and efficiency of clock-in/out and patrol records.
The 5th Hiroshi Usui Nature Photography Class Exhibition, “In Search of Light and Breeze,” will be held at Aidem Photo Gallery “Sirius” in April 2026. Aidem, a human resources services company, is presenting the exhibition as part of its cultural support activities.
An article focusing on the post-independence activities of Sena Matsuoka, a Japanese entertainment industry figure, and the themes of “connection” and “courage” behind Hyeok’s second single, “Hand in Hand.”
Companies mentioned：Resonance
Ryobi Holdings will hold the “Okayama Gurutto Chuggington Stamp Rally” from March 14 to May 10. The Okayama-based company has planned the event for the spring holiday season.
Companies mentioned：両備グループ
Kyōjigen Corporation has announced “i.PEACE,” a global peacebuilding architecture integrating 5 humanitarian projects, including education and peacebuilding, based on its original “Extended Imaginary Number Theory.” Under founder Yuma Suguri, it aims to advance practical efforts for world peace.
IBJ has launched the “IBJ Marriage Future Institute” website, which analyzes marriage in Japan using data. The company, with a track record of No. 1 in marriages achieved, aims to help address Japan’s population decline through the use of data.
“Petcook,” home-style meals for dogs, is now on sale in the frozen food sections of 4 ナチュラルローソン stores. This makes it easier for busy pet owners to choose high-quality dog food.
Companies mentioned：ナチュラルローソン、Pet's Family
Original東京コスモキャッツが制作した日本とエジプトのクロスカルチャー音楽映像作品「CHARISMA」が、国際アワード「MUSE Creative Awards 2026」でトリプル受賞を果たしました。
Companies mentioned：東京コスモキャッツ、アカメディア
一般社団法人日本ペット防災協会 has announced its concept for “Paw Station,” a secondary evacuation center where people and pets can evacuate safely during disasters. The initiative aims to prevent pet refugees and promote evacuations with pets.
A case study was reported in which stronger collaboration among department heads cut the lead time for new product launches by 50%. The company, which supports recruitment and organizational development, aims to improve corporate productivity.
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A survey on the tax-related “20万円 rule” for cryptocurrencies found that the correct response rate was only 2割. The results highlighted challenges in tax literacy among cryptocurrency investors.
KK Generation, which develops an AI platform for construction drawings, has moved its headquarters to THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH. The company offers customizable SaaS products for cost estimation and drawing generation.
The VR brain fatigue measurement system “ZEN EYE Pro” has been adopted for the first time in baseball, with Honda硬式野球部 signing a service agreement for the 2026 season. The case highlights the growing use of AI and VR in sports.
Companies mentioned：Honda硬式野球部
タオル研究所 has begun selling its products at アピタ and ピアゴ. This is part of the company’s strategy to expand its consumer channels and make towels a global standard in everyday goods.
Companies mentioned：アピタ、ピアゴ
日本アウトドアトレーニング協会 will hold mountaineering trainer workshops in Nagano and Tokyo in fall 2026 and winter 2027. The initiative aims to improve public health by promoting outdoor training and developing specialists.
Companies mentioned：日本アウトドアトレーニング協会
株式会社グローイングアイランズ has rebranded from SES to development consulting. By leveraging its own KOBUSHI BEER community, it secured 30 leads and brought about major changes in its management.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グローイングアイランズ
An agricultural experience event will be held in Isesaki City on April 25. Organized by パルシステム, it will promote food education through planting edamame and corn.
Companies mentioned：パルシステム
Personal gym eF-foria, which operates 7 locations in Tokyo, has launched a new premium unlimited-visit plan. It offers efficient one-on-one training, with each session lasting 1 hour.
Companies mentioned：eF-foria
オークラ輸送機 has completed construction of its new research and development hub, “MIRAI Innovation Labo.” The company will accelerate the development of next-generation material-handling technology ahead of its 100th anniversary in 2027.
Companies mentioned：オークラ輸送機
An organization that develops talent to lead corporate transformation will hold the “Leadership Course to Move DX Teams Forward.” It supports the creation of new business partnerships through regional problem-solving, startup support, and corporate DX training.
Osaka-based 株式会社choice group has been selected for Best Venture 100, which recognizes companies with strong growth prospects. It operates under the mission “More choices for young people than anywhere in Japan.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社choice group
株式会社Qualiteg has announced that it will exhibit at “Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026.” The AI company uses AI technology to deepen creativity and remove linguistic and physical barriers.
A free demonstration and business meeting where visitors can compare 4 PUDU cleaning robot models will be held in Shimbashi on April 30. The event aims to reduce labor requirements and standardize cleaning quality.
Companies mentioned：PUDU
“はたなか,” a Japanese confectionery shop in Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture, with more than 100 years in business, is developing projects to showcase the appeal of Goto under the theme “From products to experiences.”
HATSUI has launched “NAME BRIDGE,” Japan’s first information platform to cross-reference approximately 700 municipal naming-rights cases. It is expected to promote public-private partnerships.
Companies mentioned：HATSUI
Hikari Pharmacy in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, has begun offering emergency contraceptive consultations and sales with female pharmacists. The pharmacy is strengthening health support tailored to women’s life stages.
A company aiming to realize a next-generation smart society using quantum sensors has been selected for the 14th cohort of “1stRound,” one of Japan’s largest startup support programs.
Companies mentioned：1stRound
株式会社SketCheese’s cross-border e-commerce platform “SketCheese” has surpassed 50 member companies and 100 listed products, and has launched a bidding feature to address semiconductor supply-demand mismatches.
株式会社モーリ, which operates Tokyo’s “ル・ブラン,” will revamp its popular annual “Choose Your Own 10cm Cake Set” and offer it for a limited time.
A 15-year-old entrepreneur and a long-established Japanese confectionery shop in Nagoya have teamed up to hold a hands-on event for parents and children. The initiative combines tradition with the sensibilities of young people.
Companies mentioned：元祖 鯱もなか本店、Forbes JAPAN
丸八化成 will exhibit at FIELDSTYLE TOKYO 2026 alongside 8 small factories from across Japan, bringing its own-brand products including a glowing carabiner from “OUROBOROS.”
Companies mentioned：全国の町工場コミュニティー、どうだい？
Matcha Frontier will open MATCHAMON, a new matcha brand store in Asakusa, Tokyo, on April 13, 2026. It aims to share a new matcha culture by offering “the world’s best matcha experience.”
At Local Government and Public Week, サーキットデザイン will showcase its latest wildlife damage prevention system, which visualizes wildlife movements using highly reliable specified low-power radio.
MAGOKORO DINING has turned its popular delivery item, “Extra-Thick Mapo Glass Noodles,” into a frozen food and begun nationwide sales. The authentic flavor created by Chef 郭鳳雲 can now be enjoyed at home.
Companies mentioned：MAGOKORO DINING、郭さんの点心製作所
株式会社ax-factory has celebrated its 10th anniversary. It contributes to developing the next generation by providing career education programs for elementary, junior high and high school students and consulting on education businesses.
株式会社セスコ, which operates mainly in the Kanto region, announced that it has surpassed 51,207 cumulative pest and wildlife control projects.
Companies mentioned：大手ホームセンター、大手ハウスメーカー
A community development consulting firm has begun accepting participants for its “Walkable Urban Development Study Tour” in Fukuyama City. The tour will introduce public-private collaboration initiatives using its digital platform, “my groove.”
TMY合同会社, which operates beef tongue curry specialty restaurants, will hold a “Beef Tongue × Scallop Indulgence All-You-Can-Eat Fair” for a limited time this spring.
The “Towaly（トワリー）” app for married couples and partners has released a new “Trip Itinerary” feature that they can use together from planning through the day of their trip.
AI data intelligence company S2W has published an analysis of cyber conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States, identifying activity by 94 pro-Iran hacktivist groups.
Companies mentioned：世界経済フォーラム（WEF）
CaseMatch株式会社, which offers an AI interview tool for top-tier talent, has been selected for “1stRound,” an academia-backed startup support program touted as the largest in Japan.
Companies mentioned：CaseMatch株式会社、株式会社アズユニ
The “AMG65,” an innovative mechanical keyboard featuring dual screens, has arrived in the Japanese market from gaming brand “AULA.”
“CG MAKERS,” operated by 株式会社ジェー・ピー・シー, has launched a high-realism 3D modeling service using the latest technology, “3D Gaussian Splatting.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェー・ピー・シー
キャンピングカー株式会社 is sharing information to enrich people’s lifestyles in response to findings that about 98% of people have struggled to choose health and diet information.
Companies mentioned：キャンピングカー株式会社
AI Tool Gallery has become the Japan expansion partner for AI agent “Raccoon AI” and launched a limited-time collaboration campaign offering 1 month free on paid plans.
Companies mentioned：AIリスキル株式会社、Raccoon AI
Dating and matchmaking service Yoitoki is promoting the use of AI to put people’s appeal into words, against a backdrop of findings that half of dating app users struggle to write their profiles.
The “Seyama Mark Homebuilding Project” has set a “Naphtha Shock Emergency Adjustment Fee” capped at ¥1.2 million in response to rising material costs caused by the situation in the Middle East. It will step up efforts to promote homebuilding and support quality homebuilders.
UCCグループ will launch “UCP Dip Coffee Café au Lait Type, Commercial Use, 9g” on April 13, a commercial-use café au lait made by simply pouring in hot water and dipping. The product aims to make foodservice operations more convenient.
Companies mentioned：UCCグループ
一般社団法人アップサイクル will hold the “RE:AKABEKO Exhibition,” showcasing red cow figurines painted by comedians, in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, from April 18 to May 6.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人アップサイクル
株式会社プレックス has launched a new careers site for planning roles as it aims to create 300 new businesses. The move is intended to support business expansion and strengthen recruitment.
テクトロニクス will stream its “Introduction to Oscilloscopes” web seminar for a limited time starting May 19. The global manufacturer of measurement and monitoring equipment will provide foundational knowledge.
Companies mentioned：テクトロニクス、Keithley
A company behind the WaWaOffice series has released feature enhancements for the April 2026 version of its no-code tool “@pocket.” The update is expected to make digital transformation even easier.
Kyoto-based IT company ゼネックコミュニケーション has opened new offices in Fukuoka and Osaka as part of its DX support and business expansion efforts.
BITEX, a specialist in the real estate industries of Japan and Abu Dhabi, works with all developers in the UAE to recommend the best properties. It provides services in Japanese, from introductions to properties not publicly listed to post-purchase support and loan proposals.
Companies mentioned：BITEX
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SKINNYDIP LONDON’s Japanese distributor is launching its first collaboration collection with popular character コウペンちゃん. The collection features lifestyle goods that bring comfort to everyday life.
Companies mentioned：SKINNYDIP LONDON
株式会社グレッジ has moved to a new office and revamped its corporate website, logo, mission and values, entering its second founding phase.