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松坂屋名古屋店 is offering a range of Mother’s Day gifts for May 10, 2026, including beauty products, living and kitchen goods, fashion items and gourmet foods. ニールズヤードレメディーズ’ “Wild Rose Beauty Balm” is available for 9,900 yen including tax, and マリコール’s “Beauty Lift Face Mother’s Day Special Set” for 15,400 yen including tax, through May 10. アンテノール’s “Carnation” cake will be on sale from May 8 to 10 for 4,698 yen including tax.
川崎キングスカイフロント東急REIホテル received “4 Gyoiko Cherry Blossoms” under the SDGs international certification “Sakura Quality An ESG Practice” on March 25, 2026. This is the second-highest rating on a 5-point scale, with the hotel meeting 169 of 172 criteria. Since opening in June 2018, the hotel has pursued environmentally conscious and community-focused initiatives, including switching to CO2-free electricity, recycling food waste and promoting local production for local consumption.
LINEヤフー announced that it will make passkeys the sole login method for Yahoo! JAPAN ID. As the first step, it plans to end password-only logins by around spring 2027. Currently, about 90% of users log in without a password, and about 60% have set up passkeys. Passkeys use biometric authentication on smartphones and PCs; users’ biometric data is not sent to or stored by LINEヤフー.
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Osaka City SC has decided to hold the “Osaka City SC Cup in 2026” to give university soccer players an opportunity to gain competitive experience. The tournament will run from April to December 2026, with a total of 9 teams participating: 大阪体育大学, 阪南大学, 関西大学, 桃山学院大学, 近畿大学, 追手門大学, 大阪公立大学, 大阪大学 and Osaka City SC. The competition will consist of a round-robin qualifying stage and a knockout final tournament. It will be organized by 株式会社RAXUS Osaka City SC, with 山地泰平 as its representative.
株式会社KRM will open the Inage studio of its personal machine Pilates brand STUDIO IVY PILATES in Inage, Chiba, on April 21, 2026. This franchise location will be the company’s 115th. STUDIO IVY helps clients shape their body lines through Pilates.
株式会社ノルテカルタ’s “Smoked Pickled Daikon and Cheese in Oil” was selected for Japan Airlines international first-class in-flight meals from March to May 2026. The snack combines iburigakko, a traditional food from 秋田, with cheese preserved in oil. The company’s “Mushroom Tapenade with Rich, Melt-in-Your-Mouth Flavor” was previously selected for business-class in-flight meals by a domestic airline. The product also received the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at “buyer’s room 2020.”
株式会社Franca AI has launched “補助金フラッシュ,” an AI-powered subsidy search service. The service lets users search subsidy information offered by the national government and local authorities in one place, covers municipalities nationwide and updates information daily. Its AI search function makes it easier to find subsidies suited to a business, and users can also consult experts through the service. It aims to streamline access to subsidies for small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors.
株式会社KRM will open STUDIO IVY Hakushima, the 114th location of its personal machine Pilates brand STUDIO IVY PILATES, as a franchise in Hakushima, Hiroshima, on April 15, 2026. STUDIO IVY offers services designed to help customers shape their body lines through Pilates. The company is also recruiting instructors and offering training courses for those aiming to become machine Pilates instructors in as little as 2 months. 株式会社KRM is headquartered in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, and operates fitness studios and an advertising business.
ベルアメール京都別邸 has unveiled a collection of chilled sweets expressing Kyoto’s traditions and the changing seasons. The Japanese-modern chocolates and jellies, made using Japanese ingredients and techniques, offer a taste of the transition from spring to summer.
株式会社KRM opened its Omori studio of personal machine Pilates brand STUDIO IVY PILATES in Ota Ward, Tokyo, on April 12, 2026. This is the company’s 113th franchise location. STUDIO IVY’s concept is to help clients achieve beautiful body lines through Pilates. The company is currently recruiting instructors and participants for its training courses.
OriginalJID GROUPは、中村あゆみ氏がオーガナイザーを務める「Super Lady Festival 2026 -Season5-」に特別協賛します。このイベントは、コロナ禍で奮闘するママたちを元気づける音楽フェス「ママホリ」として始まり、現在はひとり親支援活動も含む社会貢献性の高いイベントへと進化しています。
Companies mentioned：株式会社Lady.A、JID INVESTMENTS株式会社
Personal machine Pilates studio “STUDIO IVY PILATES” opened in Nakazakicho, Osaka, on March 25, 2026. The studio is operated by KRM Co., Ltd. (head office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; representative director: Yuta Imamura), and this is its 112th franchise location. With the concept of “a place where you can become the person you want to be,” STUDIO IVY helps clients shape their bodies through Pilates. The company is also recruiting instructors and welcomes applicants certified to teach on reformers. It also offers a training course for those with no experience who aim to become machine Pilates instructors in as little as 2 months.
Shinnosuke Yakumo, of Cresco’s Creative Technology Promotion Department, has been selected for the AI Engineering category of “AWS Community Builders,” a global program run by Amazon Web Services. The program recognizes and supports engineers who contribute to the adoption of AWS technology, and the AI Engineering category requires expertise in fields such as generative AI and machine learning. Yakumo was also selected for “Japan AWS Jr. Champions” in 2025, and his contributions sharing insights on generative AI and AI agent applications on AWS, as well as architecture design, were recognized. Cresco has also received AWS FTR certification for its generative AI environment construction service.
Ｓｋｙ株式会社 was selected as No. 1 in the “IT and Software Industry” category of the “Employment Brand Ranking Survey for Applicants Seeking to Join Companies in 2027 (First Half),” conducted by Bunka Hoso Career Partners. The company is focusing on recruitment to attract outstanding talent, and this recognition reflects support from students seeking employment. It plans to continue working to enhance its corporate value and grow into an even more attractive company.
SiNRA Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the “Osaka Trailer House Show,” taking place in April 2026, showcasing mobile architecture products such as mobile saunas and tiny houses.
Original株式会社ニュー・バリュー・フロンティアのAI推進事業部は、ブライダル・ホテル業界向け「生成AI画像制作プロダクト」の提供体制と価格を大幅に改定した。本サービスは初期費用0円、サブスクリプション契約なしの完全買い切り型で、1枚あたり7,000円から提供される。他社サービスが年間最低56万円かかるのに対し、NVFは10万円（約14枚）から利用可能。マーケター、集客コンサルタント、撮影ディレクターの3名のプロが、施設の強みを視覚化し「売れる写真」を制作する。プロのリソース投入により対応数に限りがあり、数ヶ月間で受付終了予定。
As ESS’s exclusive distributor in Japan, Nobel Arms Co., Ltd. will release 2 new colors for the CROSSBLADE NARO from the Japan-exclusive “JAPAN LIMITED CERAKOTE SERIES” on May 15, 2026. The new frame colors are “Robin’s Egg Blue” and “Matte Bronze.” ESS is an eyewear manufacturer whose products feature impact-resistant lenses that meet U.S. military standards and anti-fog coating technology, and are used by military and law enforcement agencies around the world. The products will be available with either smoke gray or Hi-Def bronze lenses.
Naris Cosmetics has established a new evaluation method for setting the feel of cosmetic products using structural equation modeling. The research was conducted under the guidance of Professor Akihiro Inoue of the Graduate School of Business Administration at Keio University. The company, which has had a sensory evaluation department since the 1960s, had faced challenges in setting product feel during the renewal of existing brands. Evaluation terms collected through an employee survey were systematized using factor analysis; for All Purpose Lotion, 989 terms were consolidated into 31. The new method is expected to provide objective evaluation standards, shorten development periods, and support the development of products that achieve high customer satisfaction.
The “Early Summer Hokkaido Fair” will be held at Matsuzakaya Ueno from April 22 to May 6. Under the theme of “neo cheese gourmet,” Hokkaido cuisine from a total of 66 shops, including 3 making their first appearance, will come together.
Companies mentioned：ショコラティエ マサール、パティスリー ブリスブリス、Ｊ．Ｆａｒｍ ＬＡＢＯ、じゃがいもＨＯＵＳＥ、ＦＡＫＥ ｓｕｒｐｒｉｓｅ ｓｗｅｅｔｓ、ビストロ南家、Ｒｉｍｏ、十勝豚丼 こうふく、布目、ファームズ千代田、まるひら
Distributed hotel GOSE SENTO HOTEL has begun offering 2 special lodging plans timed to the azalea season on Mount Katsuragi in Nara Prefecture, allowing guests to avoid the crowds and enjoy the flowers from early morning.
Companies mentioned：洋食屋ケムリ
Social Impact Research Co., Ltd. will hold the 5th “Impact Corporate Value Strategy Seminar” online on April 22, 2026. The seminar will outline the perspectives on materiality disclosure emphasized by the GPIF and analyze integrated reports from leading companies as examples. From a practical perspective, it will explain why disclosures are valued, how to identify materiality, and how to connect it to business strategy, KPIs, and financials. It will offer concrete insights into how to translate the connection between non-financial information, financial performance, and corporate value into disclosures.
Neo Career Co., Ltd. has opened a Gifu branch for “Nice! Kaigo,” a staffing and job placement service specializing in care workers. Based in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, the branch will support care facilities and job seekers, primarily in Gifu Prefecture. As of 2020, 30.4% of Gifu Prefecture residents were 65 or older, and that share is expected to reach approximately 40% by 2050. The prefecture’s total population is projected to decline from approximately 1.98 million in 2020 to approximately 1.47 million in 2050, making the recruitment of care workers a challenge. Neo Career aims to address the shortage of care workers in Gifu Prefecture and strengthen its support system for care workers across the Tokai region.
Grow Wings Co., Ltd. will hold the charity event “Your Camera Can Bring Smiles to Children!” in front of Daimaru Kobe from April 23 to May 12, 2026. The event aims to reuse unwanted cameras and support children, and is being held as part of the Red Feather Community Chest’s “Donation Department Store Project.” Activities include a charity sale of junk cameras, with 50% of sales donated; a camera-buying service, with 5% of the purchase price donated; and free camera rentals for elementary school students and younger children. Donations collected will be used to create community spaces for children, including children’s cafeterias.
SuiSui Co., Ltd. will fully launch its “SuiSui” fast-pass service, which lets customers avoid lines, at 4 popular restaurants in the Fukuoka and Hakata area starting April 18, 2026. The service aims to improve the experience for tourists and create new revenue opportunities for restaurants.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タナカダイニング、株式会社エイチアイスタイル、株式会社弘商
青幻舎 will publish new titles, “Renoir” and “Bacon,” in the “Basic Art” series in mid-April as the second collaboration with TASCHEN, expanding access to art.
Companies mentioned：TASCHEN、青幻舎
Yokohama Grand InterContinental Hotel will offer a Mother's Day dining plan from May 1 to 31. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea and French cuisine alongside beautiful views, with special touches to express gratitude to their mothers.
Book Supply Inc. will officially stop accepting mail-in purchases of items impregnated with the smell of tobacco or e-cigarettes starting April 15, 2026. The move is intended to ensure quality and show consideration for future customers.
Companies mentioned：楽天市場、Amazon、メルカリShops、タワーレコード マーケットプレイス
Kenko Tokina will run the SAMYANG lens cashback campaign from April 20 to June 30, 2026. Buyers of eligible lenses will receive up to 33,000 yen in VISA gift cards. The application deadline is July 10, 2026. Cashback amounts vary by lens: 33,000 yen for the AF 14-24mm F2.8 FE, 25,000 yen for the AF 24-60mm F2.8 FE and other models, and 12,000 yen for the AF 16mm F2.8 P FE and other models.
TAC will hold an online seminar on the USCMA (U.S. Certified Management Accountant) via Zoom from 19:30 to 20:30 on April 20, 2026. The seminar will introduce the appeal of the USCMA, differences between the English and Japanese exams, and TAC's curriculum for passing the exam. Participation is free, and survey respondents will receive a 10,000-yen enrollment fee waiver voucher and a 15,000-yen tuition discount voucher. TAC is an education company established in December 1980, with its headquarters in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo.
Originalナイス株式会社は、環境経営の一環として社有林「ナイスの森」を含むグループ社有林の水資源かん養量を算定した。その結果、年間8,175千㎥の水資源かん養量と4,852千㎥の水資源かん養貢献量を確認。これは、同社グループの年間水使用量50千㎥の約100倍に達し、ウォーターポジティブを達成している。同社は今後も社有林の保全・管理を通じて水資源保全に貢献する。
The 8th Mount Hiko Approach Uphill Race will be held on August 11, 2026, at Mount Hiko in Soeda, Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. The race follows an approximately 800-meter course with an elevation gain of 160 meters, climbing from the copper torii gate to the Hoheiden shrine hall. Applications will be accepted from April 13 to June 30, 2026, with a capacity of 200 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry fees are 4,000 yen for junior and senior high school students and 8,000 yen for general participants, including a commemorative T-shirt and insurance. After the race, juwari soba and shaved ice will be served, and a raffle with luxury prizes is also planned.
Sanwa Supply has launched the HDMI PC switch “SW-KVM22HUUS,” which lets users share 2 4K displays and USB devices between 2 computers. It helps improve efficiency in telework and multitasking environments.
Companies mentioned：サンワサプライ株式会社
株式会社Topotal will launch the on-call feature for its incident management platform “Waroom” on June 1, 2026, and has opened the open beta today.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Topotal
Mapry Inc. has revised the price of its standard in-vehicle MMS “mapry M2” set to 1 million yen before tax. The system has demonstrated accuracy equivalent to high-end models and supports the creation of road ledgers at a scale of 1/500.
A special music and food event will be held on April 18 and 19, 2026, at “Yakimochiya,” a traditional inn in 長野市 operated by eternal story Inc. Guests can enjoy live performances by professional musicians alongside original curry and local cuisine in a scenic satoyama setting with the charm of a thatched-roof building.
Companies mentioned：互恵株式会社、spice＆herb AYA CURRY、おんがくのたび舎、長野市民新聞社、信濃毎日新聞社、長野市
Ricerca Security earned an “AA (results beyond expectations)” rating in a research program run by 防衛装備庁 for its vulnerability detection technology using reinforcement learning.
Companies mentioned：防衛装備庁
Nogata Tanio Art Museum will hold “Masayoshi Sukita Photo Exhibition: Sukita's Eye — Seeing Beyond the Times” to mark the donation of works by photographer Masayoshi Sukita, who is from Nogata City. An internationally renowned photographer, Sukita took album cover photographs for David Bowie and YMO. The exhibition will feature selected works from approximately 300 donated pieces and will be the first in a series held every 2 years from 2026, for a total of 5 exhibitions. It will run from April 29 to June 7, 2026. General admission is 400 yen.
Asukanet Inc. conducted a survey on graduation albums. It found that approximately 65.8% of respondents keep their albums, while about half have not looked at them in 10 years or more. Graduation albums serve as “storehouses of emotion.”
Companies mentioned：アイブリッジ株式会社
OriginalNTTアーバンソリューションズは、2026年5月16日から5月24日に開催される「東京建築祭2026」に参加します。同社は「NTT日比谷タワー」「原宿クエスト・WITH HARAJUKU」「品川シーズンテラス」の3物件でガイドツアーを実施。NTT日比谷タワーは2031年竣工予定の約36万㎡の複合施設で、工事現場内部の見学も可能です。各ツアーでは、担当者が開発コンセプトや設計趣旨を説明します。
Sugiyo and students at Omachi Nishi Elementary School in Nagano Prefecture jointly developed “Sun of Noto Vitamin Chikuwa Curry” to support recovery from the Noto Peninsula earthquake. The product will launch on April 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スギヨ、ミスズライフ
５Kサポート has launched a cloud service for heatstroke prevention that addresses the 2025 legal revision. Its risk visualization, which combines WBGT readings with vital information, and its alarm function help reduce the burden on workers and improve safety management at worksites.
Companies mentioned：５Kサポート、厚生労働省
Sustainable craft gin YORI “OKAZAKI,” made with ingredients from Okazaki City, has been created. Developed in collaboration with Takuya Sato of androp, it will begin rolling out at Lawson and other stores starting April 15.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Connec.t、NO NAME DISTILLERY、株式会社ローソン、androp
Original福田ゆあがファースト写真集『忘れ方を知らない』の発売を記念し、2026年4月18日（土）16:00に書泉ブックタワー（東京都千代田区神田佐久間町1-11-1）でイベントを開催する。写真集は定価4,400円（本体4,000円+税）のA4版96ページで、2026年4月17日に大洋図書から発売される。参加希望者は指定のサイトから申し込む必要がある。
Apparel brand “congés payés ADIEU TRISTESSE” will release a frill blouse and overalls created in collaboration with model Kanoco on April 24. A campaign will also be held at the Bigi Online Store.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビギ、双葉社
ヤマハ株式会社 and 情報経営イノベーション専門職大学（iU） will jointly launch a special course to systematically study Vocaloid music culture and production.
Companies mentioned：ヤマハ株式会社、情報経営イノベーション専門職大学（iU）
Originalオークリーは2026年、1994年のEye Jacketから続くJacketアイウェアファミリーの新作を発表した。新モデルにはPlantaris SQ、Neoforma、Terraforma、そして5月発売予定のSuture Jacketが含まれる。同時に、日本でデザインされたアパレルコレクション「Field Gear Line」も展開を開始。このコレクションには、「Stealth」カプセルコレクションやAP Vestなどが含まれる。これらの新製品は、オークリー公式オンラインストア、一部の直営店および正規取扱店で販売される。
On April 10, 2026, Gitarika performed wearing Dior during a tour stop in Milan. He showcased a look pairing a black and gray cotton-striped shirt with blue jeans and roadie shoes, as well as a look pairing a camel wool shirt with Delft Bermuda shorts and a medallion belt.
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Travel app Skyscanner Japan announced 5 recommended destinations for Golden Week 2026. In the latest search rankings, Seoul held on to first place, while the “Search everywhere” feature, which lets users search without choosing a destination, rose to 4th place. Busan was the cheapest overseas destination for airfare, followed by nearby Asian cities such as Seoul, Taipei, Hong Kong and Manila. The company says that “logitabi,” a travel style focused on maximizing value for money based on data, is taking hold. The recommended destinations are Busan, Boracay Island, Bali, Colombo and Cebu Island.
Royal Enfield’s global sales for fiscal 2025 surpassed a record 1.2 million units. The company also recorded 8% growth in the Asia-Pacific region and is pressing ahead with expansion, including entering Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：タイクー・モーターズ、グランプリ・グループ
楽創未来株式会社’s brand “TORRAS” has launched high-performance accessories for the latest smartphones released in March 2026: “iPhone 17e,” “Samsung S26” and “Pixel 10a.” The lineup includes cases with multifunctional stands and highly shock-resistant cases.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Samsung、Google
『こうべアグリパークネモフィラの丘2026』 opens on April 18 at Kobe Agri Park in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, where visitors can enjoy about 1 million Nemophila flowers. The event will also offer its first-ever evening hours and value plans including BBQ.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MEリゾート但馬、こうべアグリパーク（旧農業公園・神戸ワイナリー）
A survey of small and medium-sized business owners by M&A Royal Advisory found that about 80% are concerned about using M&A brokerage firms. The main reasons cited were “unfavorable contract terms” and media reports of problems in the industry.
Companies mentioned：サクリサ、PRIZMA
SHIFT80 has opened applications for a study tour to Nairobi, Kenya, to be held in summer 2026. Through visits to local activities and a safari, the tour offers encounters that go beyond aid.
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人シフトエイティ、株式会社こたつ、株式会社フレックスインターナショナル
The domestic edition of Laufey’s album 『A Matter of Time: The Final Hour』 will be released with Japan-exclusive cover art on May 27. A music video for the new song “Madwoman,” featuring a star-studded cast, has also been unveiled.
Companies mentioned：C100、Gold House
WSC Sports, a provider of AI sports content technology, held its first invitation-only event in Japan. Jリーグ and DAZN took part in discussions on boosting fan engagement through automated AI video generation and creating new monetization models.
Companies mentioned：WSC Sports、Jリーグ、Bリーグ、DAZN Japan、フジテレビ、U-NEXT、NBA、ESPN、鹿島アントラーズ、Partnerbrite
東京美容科学研究所 will launch “UV Cut Balm” and “UV Block Cream” on April 20, 2026, from its skincare brand “genoa.” The products are made without UV-absorbing agents to avoid burdening the skin.
株式会社医学書院 released 『医療福祉サービスガイドブック 2026年度版』 on April 13, 2026. The guide covers a wide range of social services in the medical, health and welfare fields and is a practical resource for everyone from professionals to students.
Companies mentioned：株式会社医学書院
株式会社drone supply＆control has launched a “1-week verification package” for remote and automated operations using the drone port DJI Dock 3. The service promotes unmanned and labor-saving operations for hazardous work at high elevations and disaster sites.
Companies mentioned：DJI
KEEN株式会社 will exhibit at “Marketing Week Spring 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 22 to 24, 2026. The company offers KEEN 界隈DB, a service that uses generative AI to support UGC creation and creator collaborations centered on “communities” of social media users. The service has been adopted by 株式会社コーセー and 資生堂ジャパン株式会社. The exhibition booth will feature case studies and product demonstrations.
The engineer networking community “Engineer Link” held a special event to mark its 10th anniversary, inviting MIT’s Hiroshi Ishii and others. The event drew 140 attendees.
Companies mentioned：マサチューセッツ工科大学(MIT)、株式会社MEMORY LAB、株式会社日立製作所、JAXA、株式会社SUBARU
株式会社Mimi Beauty announced that it will hold its beauty event “Mimi Beauty Meets” in Osaka for the first time, from April 25 (Sat) to April 26 (Sun), 2026. Admission is free, and the event will take place at PLAT UMEKITA. Activities include cosmetics displays, self-service touch-ups, a cosmetics raffle and distribution of Mimi Beauty MAGAZINE Vol. 7. The event has been held 12 times in the past, making this the 13th edition.
株式会社ハロー will make the main features of its “Respo” system for restaurants, including reservation books, POS and mobile ordering, completely free in Japan starting May 1, 2026. The move aims to eliminate restaurants’ fixed-cost burden and address management challenges through end-to-end data integration.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハロー
Address Co., Ltd., operator of the “ADDress” home subscription service, has formed a capital alliance with Gaiax, ANA未来創造ファンド and AgVentureLab. The partnership aims to combine mobility and housing to create a population connected to local communities and revitalize regions. It has also been selected for a two-region living project by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ADDress、株式会社ガイアックス、ANA未来創造ファンド、グローバル・ブレイン株式会社、一般社団法人AgVentureLab、JAグループ、ANAホールディングス株式会社、静岡市、静岡県、静岡銀行
Originalグランドプリンスホテル大阪ベイは、2026年5月2日に未使用の「畳スイート」で怪談ライブ「怪奇の夕べ」を開催する。非日常の静寂な空間で実力派怪談師による書き下ろしの怪談を披露する。
Companies mentioned：グランドプリンスホテル大阪ベイ、怪談ライブBar スリラーナイト道頓堀
Newton Consulting will hold a free webinar, “The Latest Map of 2026 AI Regulations,” on May 14, 2026. Ahead of the EU AI Act’s “date of general application” on August 2, 2026, the webinar will explain regulatory trends and the steps Japanese companies should take. Requirements for high-risk AI may be postponed until December 2027, but transparency obligations for AI-generated content and penalties for general-purpose AI will begin this summer. The webinar will also cover practical developments, including the powers of the AI Office under the European Commission and spot checks under Germany’s national KI-MIG bill. In a limited time, it will outline specific minimum requirements Japanese companies must meet by August 2026, based on the March 2026 version of the code of practice.
Hokkaido-born fresh cheesecake “CHEESE WONDER” has marked its 5th anniversary, with cumulative sales exceeding 2 million. To celebrate, the spring-only strawberry flavor “CHEESE WONDER RED Classic” will return to sale on April 24, 2026.
Tachikawa Blind Manufacturing has expanded its lineup of the dimming roller blind “Lumiere,” with sales starting May 1, 2026. New options include an electric battery-powered model and light-blocking fabric, enhancing convenience and design.
YOCABITO’s QUICKCAMP car-camping mattress has surpassed 180,000 units in cumulative sales. Demand is growing not only for outdoor use but also as a “3rd bedding choice” for homemakers to use indoors.
Ixias Inc. provides STOREPAD, an AI-powered platform for publishing and analyzing store information. The company has released a free guide, “What are the features of MEO vs. advertising vs. social media? A comparison and evaluation guide for attracting customers to your store,” offering an objective comparison of the 3 main approaches to store marketing: MEO, online advertising and social media. The guide provides criteria to help store owners choose the approach best suited to their business and evaluate its effectiveness accurately. It explains 3 points of comparison: choosing an approach based on the “consideration phase,” the “3 factors” of cost, workload and sustainability, and a “cross-channel strategy” that creates synergies.
General Incorporated Association AgVenture Lab is a startup collaboration organization established by 8 nationwide JA Group organizations. It has invested in Address Co., Ltd., operator of “ADDress,” a monthly membership-based multi-location living service that makes use of vacant homes. AgVenture Lab selected Address for the 7th term of its “JA Accelerator Program” in 2025 and has supported the company’s growth. The investment recognizes Address’s efforts to address regional challenges and create a population connected to local communities.
Hitotohto Inc. and Mihara LLC will open “Crepe to Espresso to conne!” in the Miyazaki Station area on April 15, 2026. It will be the 23rd location in Japan and overseas for the “Crepe to Espresso to” brand. The shop will serve “golden crepes” developed in collaboration with viral food creator Wolf, as well as espresso made with its own roasted coffee beans. A Miyazaki-exclusive menu item, “Mango White Chocolate Melt,” will also be available. The shop is located at 1F, TERADA.BLD, 2-12-2 Hiroshima, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture.
Children’s footwear brand “IFME” will launch new summer shoes featuring designs such as police cars and bullet trains in mid-April 2026. In response to increasingly severe and prolonged summer heat, the company has changed the name from “water shoes” to emphasize that the shoes can be worn both in and out of water.
Companies mentioned：丸紅コンシューマーリンク株式会社、気象庁
Miraido Books Inc. will hold events with Kanae Minato, author of the novel “Mirai,” to mark the renovation of its Rinku Sennan and Wakayama stores on April 25, 2026. The Rinku Sennan store will host a talk event and signing, while the Wakayama store will hold a signing only. At each store, numbered tickets will be distributed starting April 17 to the first 50 purchasers of the eligible book, “Mirai” (Futabasha Bunko). The film “Mirai” is scheduled for nationwide release on May 8, 2026.
OriginalOPPOは日本初となるハイエンドフォルダブルスマホ「OPPO Find N6」を4月15日より順次発売する。折り目が目立たない世界一フラットなディスプレイと、Hasselblad共同開発の2億画素カメラを搭載し、高価格帯市場に本格参入する。
Companies mentioned：Hasselblad、TÜV Rheinland
Coreforce has released an interview article and video exploring the 12-year bond and conditioning of “Fukuhiro,” the former world No. 1 badminton pair Yuki Fukushima and Sayaka Hirota.
Companies mentioned：岐阜Bluvic
eve autonomy has released a report on its media event for “eve auto world 2026,” an event it hosted. The autonomous transport service and new products were introduced.
Companies mentioned：トヨタ車体株式会社、株式会社ANA Cargo
Nespresso has announced its new “Virtuo World” campaign featuring new ambassador Dua Lipa. It is also promoting its new “Virtuo Up” coffee machine.
Companies mentioned：ネスレネスプレッソ株式会社
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OriginalMNインターファッション株式会社は、株式会社三陽商会とウィメンズブランド「HANAE MORI」のライセンス契約を2026年4月に締結した。本契約に基づき、三陽商会が「HANAE MORI」の企画・製造・販売を担う。2027年秋冬シーズンより、新生「HANAE MORI」のトータルコレクションが百貨店などで展開される予定。クリエイティブディレクターには大槻聡士氏が就任し、森英恵氏生誕100年を機にブランド価値を再構築する。
Italian brand FALCONERI is sponsoring “Friends on Ice 2026,” an ice show produced by Shizuka Arakawa. It is holding a campaign to give away tickets by lottery to customers who make purchases in stores or online.
Companies mentioned：ONIVERSE、Calzedonia、Intimissimi
On April 11, 2026, 2 Osaka City SC players took part in the Spring Blood Donation Drive held in front of Kyobashi Station. The event was planned and organized by the Youth Division of the Osaka City General Waste Proper Disposal Association, a general incorporated association, of which Geomake, a partner of Osaka City SC, is a member. Following last October’s Autumn Blood Donation Drive, the players encouraged people to donate blood and interacted with local residents. Osaka City SC aims to contribute to the development of Osaka City and energize local communities through soccer, and will continue to work with partner companies on social contribution activities.
Able & Partners is sponsoring “International Children’s Architectural Model Exhibition -One Erath: A Home for the Heart-,” to be held in Milan, Italy, from April 21 to 26, 2026. The exhibition is overseen by architect Toyo Ito and organized by the DESIGN ASSOCIATION Liberal Arts Association, a general incorporated association. About 100 children from 5 countries—Japan, Italy, Portugal, Finland and Sweden—will take part, creating and exhibiting architectural models on the theme of “A Home for the Heart.” The Japan workshop was held at the University of Tokyo’s Hongo Campus from February 21 to 23, 2026, with 20 elementary school students participating.
SUIT SELECT (株式会社コナカ) will launch its new “Half sleeve WIDE PANTS SUIT” on April 17, 2026, addressing the summer office fashion concerns of working women. The suit combines comfort, functionality and design.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コナカ、SUIT SELECT
株式会社ホテル金沢 has launched a special accommodation plan that includes “堀川 HORIKAWA,” a new Japanese-style kaiseki meal showcasing the food cultures of Noto and Kaga, along with a breakfast buffet. The plan aims to support producers and preserve local culture following the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホテル金沢
JX通信社 and Newton Consulting will co-host a webinar on “Tips for Responding to Crises Overseas” on April 16, 2026, for companies with overseas operations or connections. The webinar will conduct crisis simulations modeled on situations in the Middle East and Venezuela.
Companies mentioned：ニュートン・コンサルティング株式会社、株式会社JX通信社、AI防災協議会
株式会社エービーシー商会 has launched imported ceramic tiles “リストーン” and “リコンクリート,” made with a recycling rate of at least 63.2%. The products use proprietary manufacturing technology that incorporates post-firing waste, waste glass and solar panels as raw materials. They have also received GREENGUARD certification and LEED® certification, helping reduce environmental impact. The company has set a sales target of ¥50 million for the products within 3 years.
株式会社エービーシー商会 has added “Venice Villa Solid,” a new series of its “Venice Villa” ceramic terrazzo tiles, featuring nuanced colors close to solid tones. The new series comes in 10 colors and 2 finishes—matte and grip—and can be paired with existing series and stone-look tiles. The raw material recycling rate is at least 40%, and the tiles have received GREENGUARD certification and LEED® certification. The company has set a sales target of ¥50 million for the product within 3 years. Product sizes are 596 mm × 596 mm × T10 mm and 596 mm × 1,196 mm × T10 mm, with a list price from ¥29,800/㎡.
株式会社ギャプライズ will exhibit “AthenaHQ,” a generative AI response optimization tool, at “Marketing Week Spring 2026.” As AI search increasingly influences purchasing behavior, the company will present a solution that visualizes AI referral sources that GA4 cannot track.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ギャプライズ、ガートナージャパン
On April 3, 2026, S-Pool Plus held “Thanks Concert @ Wakaba” for the first time at Work Happiness Farm Chiba Wakaba in Chiba City. With the cooperation of the 1 Million Classical Live Foundation, a general incorporated foundation, a total of 130 people attended, including people with disabilities working at the farm, representatives of companies using the farm and family members. The event aims to spark new interests among people with disabilities, foster motivation to work, promote mutual understanding and deepen relationships. S-Pool Plus plans to expand similar initiatives to farms nationwide and promote the creation of collaborative spaces bringing together local communities, businesses and welfare services.
ASICS Japan and the Tokyo Marathon Foundation will hold the running event “Tokyo: Speed: Race” at Meiji Jingu Gaien on May 4, 2026. The elite 5km race will feature Honami Maeda, the Japanese women’s marathon record holder, as well as Ryota Kondo, Kana Kobayashi and Kyohei Hosoya. Yuko Arimori, Naoko Takahashi and Mizuki Noguchi will attend as guests, and Tomoki Ota will start the U-15 race. The course will use the “WaveLight” pacing light system, and a photo sales service using AI facial recognition technology will also be introduced.
Sankin Shoji is running a limited-time discount campaign on high-density realistic artificial turf. Through April 20, 2026, customers will receive 10% off when buying 4 or more eligible products and 5% off when buying 2 or more. The product features ultra-fine 0.7 mm pile and a density of 350,000 fibers/㎡, is made at a FIFA-certified factory, and has formaldehyde levels of 0.00 or less, with no harmful substances detected. A new 1 m × 1 m size has been added, expanding the range alongside the existing 1 m × 5 m and 1 m × 10 m sizes.
株式会社アクティオ and 株式会社大本組 have jointly developed an automated soil-removal system for the pneumatic caisson method to address labor shortages and skills-transfer challenges in the construction industry. A field trial confirmed an approximately 11% reduction in cycle time compared with manual operation, improving construction efficiency and safety. The technology features advanced automatic positioning and correction, anti-sway control, a seamless automated operating sequence and robust fail-safe design. The companies aim to verify its practicality through use at actual construction sites and contribute to workplace reforms in the construction industry.
On April 13, 2026, Aida Sekkei held a commemorative tree-planting ceremony and factory tour at its precut factory in Ageo, Saitama Prefecture, for 22 employees who joined the company in April 2026. The initiative began in 2023 and aims to raise awareness of building homes using wood. The new employees deepened their understanding of the processes that underpin homebuilding by touring the precut factory, which handles everything from procuring and processing lumber to shipping it. Aida Sekkei has capital of ¥100 million and 1,029 employees (as of March 31, 2025).
RevComm Inc. has added a “Real-Time Talk Assist” feature to its web-conference analysis AI, “MiiTel Meetings.” The new feature uses generative AI to summarize conversations in real time and suggest responses to competitors’ pitches, check for missed questions, and recommend talking points. This enables even less experienced representatives to provide high-quality customer service, helping improve the accuracy of sales negotiations, shorten sales cycles, and raise the quality of negotiations across the organization. RevComm was selected for Forbes AI 50 2023 in April 2023, and won the CES 2025 AI Innovation Award in January 2025 and the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Award at the Japan Startup Awards 2025 in August 2025.
The Osaka University admissions prep school operated by Study Chain Co., Ltd. has completely revamped its curriculum for all Osaka University faculties, using AI to analyze students’ weaknesses and data from past successful applicants.
Companies mentioned：河合塾、駿台
Originalアイア株式会社は、インフルエンサー内山綾夕がディレクションするブランドAiméineの期間限定POPUP STOREを、2026年4月22日から4月28日までジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ5階ローズパティオに出店する。期間中、税込33,000円以上の購入者には先着で「オリジナルバニティポーチ」をプレゼント。ディレクター内山綾夕は4月22日に来店予定で、POPUP開催に先立ち4月15日19:00からInstagram LIVEを実施する。
Amagasaki Shinkin Bank has adopted “Hot Profile,” a business card management tool provided by Hammock Co., Ltd. The adoption aims to effectively manage business card information as a sales asset and streamline sales activities through the use of work smartphones. Hot Profile reduces the effort involved in managing paper business cards and automatically builds a highly accurate customer database. It is expected to make business connections visible, facilitate the handover of customer information, uncover new sales opportunities, and strengthen information asset management. Registered business card information can also be used as a smartphone address book, helping sales representatives respond more quickly.
Burger King will bring its food truck, “KING ON TOUR 2026,” to areas without restaurants. The first leg will make its debut in Miyazaki City, Saga City, and Yamaguchi City from April to June.
Companies mentioned：コカ·コーラ