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株式会社Begi has begun rolling out “Teapsy,” a tea-and-fruit liquor inspired by Taiwan’s “hand-shaken tea” culture, in Japan.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Begi
CareNet Inc. will mark its 30th anniversary on July 1, 2026. To commemorate the occasion, it has launched a special website introducing the company’s history, employee interviews and upcoming projects. CareNet was founded in 1996 as a satellite-broadcast channel specializing in medical education, and in 2025 established its purpose: “Supporting medical professionals and moving the future of healthcare forward through knowledge, passion and action.” Built around CareNet.com, which has 240,000 physician members, the company provides a wide range of specialized services in the medical and pharmaceutical fields.
Mynavi Global will hold an online seminar for the construction industry on hiring foreign workers under the Specified Skilled Worker program, starting at 14:00 on April 21, 2026. The seminar will explain the system’s fundamentals and practical operations, as well as the current hiring market in the construction sector. In light of the announcement on March 27 that new foreign worker acceptances in the food service industry would be suspended, it will discuss the possibility of increased foreign worker inflows into construction and of the sector’s acceptance quota being filled early. Registration closes at 12:00 on April 20, 2026.
Hotel Hewitt Koshien has won the “Agoda Gold Circle Awards 2025,” presented by Agoda, a global online travel booking platform. The international award recognizes more than 3,000 accommodations worldwide based on customer ratings, sales performance and operational quality. The hotel was highly rated for its location about 2 minutes on foot from Hanshin Koshien Stadium and its convenient access to Osaka and Kobe. It has 412 guest rooms and facilities including the buffet restaurant Pomodoro and Shichien, which serves Japanese, teppanyaki and Chinese cuisine. The hotel is operated by Core Global Management Co., Ltd., established on July 4, 2007, which operates 33 properties in Japan.
トルビズオン spoke at an AI study session hosted by the Fukuoka City Electrical Installation Cooperation Association on March 12, 2026. The presentation proposed solutions using generative AI to address labor shortages and an aging workforce in the electrical contracting industry. It explained practical applications, including automating cost estimates and supporting the transfer of technical skills. After the talk, 20 companies sought advice on adoption, highlighting business leaders’ growing interest in learning about AI and rising demand for study sessions led by industry associations.
Original総合雑貨メーカーのハックは、2026年4月より「マイクロファイバースプレーモップ」を、5月より「スリムヘアアイロン」と「ストレートヘアアイロン」を順次発売する。モップはワンプッシュで水拭きが可能で、小売参考価格は1,480円（税込）。ヘアアイロンはUSB給電式で持ち運び可能、小売参考価格は各1,980円（税込）。これらの新製品は、毎日の掃除や身だしなみを手軽にする便利アイテムとして提供される。
The “Uchisaiwaicho 1-Chome District Development Project (tentative name)” in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, has been named “HIBIYA CROSSPARK.” A logo and the concept “Let’s become a place where the wind is born” have also been created.
東京ミルクチーズ工場 Cow Cow Kitchen, operated by 株式会社シュクレイ, will launch its new “Milk Pie Azuki” exclusively at EQUiA Kitasenju for a limited time starting April 17, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シュクレイ、東京ミルクチーズ工場
Originalニューヨークを拠点とするポップアーティスト、チャールズ・ファジーノの3Dアート展が大丸下関店3階美術画廊で開催される。会期は2026年4月15日から4月21日までで、時間は10:00から18:00（最終日は16:00閉場）。本展では、新作を含む23点の作品が展示販売される。作品には「ドジャース・ワールドチャンピオン」や「トラベリング・ジャパン(Color)」などが含まれる。チャールズ・ファジーノは1955年ニューヨーク生まれで、ディズニーやメジャーリーグとのタイアップ実績がある。
Exceed Inc. will hold an online seminar for schools affiliated with Tech for elementary and TechHigher starting at 12:00 on April 30, 2026. The seminar will feature Masatsugu Ishida of “Kids Programming Club Okayama,” who will present a case study on developing “KOTORIS,” a classroom management system built with Claude Code. It will explore how AI-driven development can help solve challenges in classroom operations and create new business opportunities, sharing perspectives on how member-school owners can develop products by drawing on their own technical skills and understanding of on-the-ground needs.
Japan Heart, a specified nonprofit corporation, has decided to hold an event for nurses and midwives in partnership with Nagasaki Prefectural Tsushima Hospital through RIKAj ob, a program connecting nursing professionals with remote islands and underserved areas in Japan. The event, “A Welcoming Island for First-Time Visitors to Remote Islands: Tsushima Hospital Study Tour,” aims to create opportunities for healthcare professionals from urban areas to move to remote islands and underserved areas, helping address local healthcare staffing shortages. It will take place at Tsushima Hospital over 3 days, from July 9 to 11, 2026. The program includes a hospital tour and opportunities to meet the hospital director, head of nursing and nurses who came through RIKAj ob. Japan Heart founder and pediatric surgeon Hideto Yoshioka will accompany participants throughout the program and discuss the challenges and prospects of healthcare on remote islands.
Asahi Breweries, Ltd. will launch “Asahi Super Dry Ganbare! Hanshin Tigers Can” and “Asahi Nama Beer Hanshin Tigers Can” in limited quantities in areas centered on the Kinki region on April 28, 2026. Both products are 350ml and have an alcohol content of 5%, and feature the Hanshin Tigers team logo. The Asahi Nama Beer can will also feature the team’s 2026 slogan, “熱覇.” Asahi Breweries is an official sponsor of the Hanshin Tigers.
野口観光 has begun selling special accommodation plans for the Golden Week period at its 3 inns in Yugawara: Kai Sekitei Tsubaki, Sansuiro and Chiyoda-so.
Companies mentioned：野口観光
Crypton released the singing voice synthesis software “Hatsune Miku V6” on April 14, 2026. It is compatible with the VOCALOID6 engine and includes 2 voice banks.
Companies mentioned：ヤマハ株式会社（推測：VOCALOID開発元として）
Cream cheese made at Towa Vert, the Kuromatsunai Town Specialty Products Handmade Processing Center, operated by Fujita Corporation as a designated manager, has been selected as an ingredient for Seicomart’s new “Zeitaku Baked Cheese.” The product will go on sale at Seicomart stores in Hokkaido starting April 13, 2026, at a pre-tax price of ¥370 (¥399.60 including tax). Towa Vert’s cream cheese is made with raw milk produced in Kuromatsunai and has won awards at the Japan Cheese Awards. Fujita Corporation was established in 1978, has capital of ¥70 million, and operates food service and retail, manufacturing and wholesale, and agriculture and livestock businesses.
The Preparatory Office for the Residential Device Co-Creation Organization will exhibit at the Housing Business Fair, which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from May 13 to 15, 2026. The fair will feature 3 residential device concepts designed to support unmanned deliveries by delivery robots and drones: “Robot Underfloor Storage ENNOSHITA,” “Automated Delivery Robot Port,” and “Drone Port Elevator.” On May 14, the organization’s representative, Genzo Naito, will also hold a free seminar titled “The Ultimate Form of Unmanned Delivery, Led by the Housing Industry.” These devices position homes as part of the logistics network and aim to improve the efficiency of last-mile logistics.
Kaneichi Shoten, which operates the honey specialty store Meal Me, will begin selling “0490 Sakura Honey from Kashiwara City, Osaka Prefecture,” the first honey purchased this year by honey hunter Takusaburo Ichikawa, on April 15.
“Cosmeteece CCC Winter Black” is a cosmetic applied to the surface of the teeth to make them appear black. Unlike conventional products designed to whiten teeth, it adds shading and accents to the mouth, creating a variety of looks. It costs 16,500 yen (tax included), contains 2 mL, and lasts about 20 hours if you do not eat. Its main ingredients are food-grade ingredients, it contains no preservatives, and it is scheduled to go on sale on May 31, 2026.
Pacific GOLF CLUB, operated by 株式会社トランジットクリエイティブ, will launch 8 apparel items created in collaboration with “BRIDGESTONE GOLF” on April 17.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トランジットクリエイティブ、ブリヂストンスポーツ株式会社（BRIDGESTONE GOLF運営）
Original株式会社ゲート・ワンは、ファミリーマート店内リテールメディア「FamilyMartVision」を「ファミマTV」に名称変更し、媒体資料とホームページを更新した。ファミマTVの設置店舗数は11,000店舗を突破し、広告出稿企業数は4年間で4.5倍の440社を超えている。2023年3月～2026年2月の期間で、ファミリーマートで商品の取扱いのない企業の出稿が約8割に向上した。全案件中77％の案件で売上効果が82％に向上し、広告接触者の認知は非接触者より+22pt、好意は+11pt、購入意向は+12ptの差が見られた。また、広告信頼度調査ではテレビ（41.9%）を超える47.7%の高い信頼性を獲得している。
OriginalオーディオストリーミングサービスSpotifyは、MUSIC AWARDS JAPANとの提携を記念し、日本で新体験「Fast Track」を期間限定で公開した。これは1日1回、30〜90秒で楽しめる楽曲当てチャレンジで、MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026のエントリー作品から出題される。ユーザーは楽曲の8秒間を聴き、3択からアーティストを選択し、結果はスコアカードと公式プレイリスト「museum 2026」へのリンクとして提供される。実施期間は2026年4月14日から4月29日（エントリー作品対象）と2026年6月13日から7月1日（受賞アーティスト対象）である。
A dish from Tomobe Service Area on the outbound Joban Expressway won the 2nd NEXCO East Japan Highway Meshi Koshien, hosted by NEXCO East Japan, and claimed the title for the 2nd consecutive time.
Companies mentioned：東武食品サービス株式会社、株式会社エイブル、ジャパンフードマネジメント株式会社
According to a survey by Yum Technology Japan, while AI adoption has made routine tasks more efficient, about 80% of managers have experienced failure in conversations with their subordinates due to inadequate preparation. The growing burden of interpersonal work and a lack of time for learning have emerged as challenges.
Companies mentioned：ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社
Original和歌山県のスーパー「ヒダカヤ」が創業80周年を迎え、2026年度キックオフ会議を開催。2046年の100周年、売上1,000億円を目指す中長期ロードマップと2026年度の重点方針を発表し、大阪戦略や事業多角化を推進する。
Saori Ichinose, whose students have been admitted to the University of Tokyo, has published her first book, “Lifelong Reading Skills Learned by University of Tokyo Admits,” sharing reading comprehension skills that can enrich life. Going beyond exam techniques, the book aims to foster “human skills” by deepening understanding of oneself and others.
Companies mentioned：東洋経済新報社
Esports team UNLIMIT launched a crowdfunding project on April 13, 2026, to compete in the Year 6 season alongside its fans. Supporters will aim for the world’s top spot as members of the team.
The Sumida Gosai Art Festival will be held in fall 2026. Five directors will present a diverse program engaging with Sumida’s culture. Open-call projects have also been selected, making this an arts festival created in collaboration with the local community. The key visual reimagines “墨田.”
Companies mentioned：墨田区
Postdata Co., Ltd. has begun offering free “Site Analysis Reports for AIO” through CASK, its AIO analysis platform. The report analyzes how a company’s brand name and website are cited in AI searches, and provides citation keyword categories, cited pages, competitor comparisons, citation trends, and recommendations for improvement. Users can receive a report within 1 business day by entering only a URL and email address. The service aims to address challenges in attracting customers and building awareness in the era of AI search.
GETO Village Co., Ltd. of Kitakami, Iwate Prefecture, is crowdfunding to revive Geto Onsen Tourist Hotel, a secluded hot spring resort that closed in 2024. The project proposes a “hosts and guests together” hot-spring retreat style that turns labor shortages into an opportunity, as well as a “Reiwa-era social bathhouse,” with the aim of creating a place that will endure for 100 years.
Companies mentioned：GETO Village 株式会社、CAMPFIRE
OriginalSpiral Innovation Partnersと森ビルが共同で100億円規模のCVCファンド「森ビルイノベーションファンド」を組成。都市の進化を支えるイノベーションエコシステムの構築を目指し、スタートアップへの投資と共創を推進します。
Companies mentioned：Spiral Innovation Partners、Spiral Capital、森ビル
The Japan Recycled Carpet Association held the second Green Check Committee meeting on March 17, 2026. The committee assesses the eligibility of products certified under the recycled carpet certification system launched in July 2024. This time, all products certified from the start of the program through December 2025 were reviewed by a committee of 4 members, including 3 external members. As a result, a total of 124 patterns and 724 items from Kawashima Selkon Textiles, Sangetsu, Suminoe Interior Products, and Tajima Roofing retained their certification.
株式会社MIERUNE has officially launched “Kumoy,” a cloud service that strengthens integration between QGIS and the web. It offers a “Team Plan” with organization management features and a “Community Plan” that allows users to purchase additional storage, aiming to make QGIS more convenient for users.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MIERUNE、PR TIMES
Starting April 15, 2026, Katsuyama City in Fukui Prefecture will accept applications for the “LEONARD Upcycled Bear” as a hometown tax donation gift. This marks LEONARD’s first participation in the hometown tax donation program and was made possible through collaboration with Katsuyama, where the brand’s products are made. The one-of-a-kind upcycled products will make use of Hokuriku Sankyo Seiko’s sewing expertise and unused materials from LEONARD. The initiative will promote Katsuyama’s value as “a city that supports world-class products” nationwide.
An interview with Tetsuya Matsumoto, head of KTX Archi Lab, appeared in the April issue of Shoten Kenchiku. The issue also features “Yokohama Yūmirai Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics,” designed by KTX Archi Lab, as an example of clinic design. Matsumoto discussed building relationships with clients in Chapter.3 of the feature “Architectural Design Offices.” The clinic was designed around the concept of “the world’s most exciting dentist, where children look forward to going to the dentist.” Matsumoto is a first-class architect ranked No. 1 in Japan and No. 8 worldwide in the Italian DAC rankings.
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Luxury bath additive brand “Chapon” has surpassed 380,000 bottles sold, garnered more than 3,000 reviews and reached 40,000 LINE friends. Its commitment to 100% natural essential oils, its distinction as the first bath salt to receive a Good Design Award, and its 4 product lines tailored to customers’ concerns are the reasons for its popularity.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Tokel、BIRTHDAY BAR
Sumida City will hold the Sumida Goshiki Art Festival from September 4 to December 20, 2026. The open-call projects received 264 applications, of which 18 were selected following review. The selected projects will receive grants of up to 1 million yen or 2 million yen. Applications were about 6 times the previous number, with 25% coming from outside Tokyo. The overall selection rate was 6.8%.
株式会社INREVO has received its first “Excellent Health Management Corporation 2026” certification. Amid rapid growth, it has worked to optimize working hours and achieve work-life balance, with notable results.
Companies mentioned：株式会社INREVO、経済産業省、日本健康会議
Verdure, the super dining restaurant at Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo, will hold its “Spring & Early Summer Fair” from April 1 to June 30, 2026. During the fair, customizable “Build-Your-Own Burgers” will be available on weekdays only. Weekday prices are 4,200 yen for an adult lunch and 5,000 yen for an adult dinner. Weekend and holiday prices are 5,000 yen for an adult lunch and 6,000 yen for an adult dinner. Special prices will apply during Golden Week.
Agoda's latest report emphasizes the crucial role of localization for Japanese accommodations to attract Asian tourists. While initial localization efforts boost revenue, advanced strategies are key to maximizing opportunities in a growing market, despite existing challenges.
Companies mentioned：Agoda Company Pte. Ltd.、日本政府観光局 (JNTO)
Original株式会社紀州ほそ川創薬は、梅抽出物「ウムリン」配合の妊活サポート食品に関する利用者からの声が累計10,103件に達したと発表した（2026年4月時点）。2021年以降、1日あたり平均約3件の声が継続的に寄せられており、利用者の平均年齢は39.0歳である。寄せられた声の送り主は30代後半が46%、40代が25%を占める。厚生労働省の資料によると、日本の不妊治療患者に占める40歳以上の割合は43.0%である。ウムリンは梅酢から独自製法で抽出された梅由来成分で、医科大学との共同研究を背景に開発された。
“Oshiro Expo 2026,” one of Japan’s largest castle festivals, will be held at Pacifico Yokohama for 2 days, December 19 (Sat.) and 20 (Sun.), 2026. The event is organized by 4 groups: the Japan Castle Foundation, Shirobito (Tohoku Shinsha), Murayama Co., Ltd., and Pacifico Yokohama. Held annually since 2016, the event aims to promote and develop castle culture and bring together castle enthusiasts. At last year’s “Oshiro Expo 2025,” 137 organizations exhibited and 23,017 people attended over 2 days.
Keisei Group’s Nokogiriyama Ropeway will release the “Nokogiriyama Omoide Ticket,” a round-trip ticket featuring photos of the ropeway’s past gondolas. It costs 1,200 yen, tax included, and is limited to 500 tickets. Advance sales will take place at the company’s booth at “Hokuso Spring Festival 2026” on April 19, 2026, followed by general sales at Nokogiriyama Ropeway Station from April 20.
Taiyo Hamada, leader of the Persona team in Araya’s NeuroAI business division, will speak at the 106th “AI and Data Utilization Study Group” meeting on April 24, 2026. His talk is titled “Neuro-aligned AI and Social Simulation Using Generative AI.” The discussion will cover the latest developments in research combining neuroscience and AI, as well as social simulation using LLMs. Hamada is a neuroscientist who completed his doctoral studies at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University and also serves as a PI for the Moonshot R&D Program. The talk will be held online, and participation is free.
SKIP City Visual Plaza will hold the special workshop “Clay Comes to Life! Try Stop-Motion Animation” on May 5 to mark the special exhibition “What Is Stop-Motion Animation?” opening May 2, 2026. Clay animation artist Yūichi Itō will lead the workshop, teaching participants to sculpt with clay and create animations using an iPad. The workshop is for ages 4 and up, with a capacity of 24 people per session. Participation is free. Applications will be accepted on the website from April 25.
Takigawa Co., Ltd. established the Takigawa Group Scholarship Foundation, a general incorporated foundation, on July 15, 2025, to develop talent for the beauty, barbering and healthcare industries. In fiscal 2026, it provided support to 12 students. This year, it will accept applications from high school students expected to graduate in March 2027 for grant-type scholarships totaling 1 million yen, with a maximum term of 2 years. Applications will be accepted from June 1 through August 31, 2026.
The Toyota Mobility Foundation, in collaboration with Gunma Prefecture, has revised an awareness guidebook created in partnership with the popular manga “Yowamushi Pedal.” The revision is part of the “Bicycles and Cars: STOP Together!” initiative to reduce bicycle accidents. The guidebook explains bicycle-use rules in an accessible way for high school students, taking into account the background to the introduction of the bicycle traffic violation notice system in April 2026. Revised copies were donated to all high schools in Gunma Prefecture, and a presentation ceremony was held at Gunma Prefectural Isesaki Technical High School.
OriginalWeekly&Monthly株式会社は、学生共創マンスリーマンション部屋作りプロジェクトの進捗を公開しました。学生たちは北海道千歳市の新築1LDK（28㎡）を舞台に、1部屋40万円の予算で部屋作りに挑戦。千歳市の半導体需要に応える「プロクオリティ」を目指し、全備品の発注を完了しました。4月20日には設営作業が実施され、4月下旬には一般投票と社内投票が行われ、完成した部屋の入居者募集が開始されます。
Upopoy, the National Ainu Museum and Park, will open “Tomtom,” a large outdoor playground where children can learn about Ainu culture in an enjoyable way, on April 28, 2026. The playground features equipment inspired by Ainu culture and inclusive design.
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人アイヌ民族文化財団
Abeno Harukas Art Museum announced that it will hold “The Eric Carle Exhibition: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Was the Beginning” from March 20 to May 9, 2027. The exhibition commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Japanese-language edition of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and is being held with the full cooperation of the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in the United States. About 180 works will be displayed, including original picture-book artwork by Eric Carle, works from his time as a graphic designer and dummy books. The exhibition is co-organized by the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Yomiuri Shimbun and Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation.
Yusaku Hanakuma, a manga artist and illustrator, has launched a newsletter on theLetter, a professional writing platform operated by OutNow Inc. Hanakuma is the creator of the picture book Sansuu and the manga Tokyo Zombie, among other works. theLetter is a platform where more than 1,000 experts share information across fields including business, medicine and entertainment, and it has partnerships with SmartNews+ and ITmedia.
Fractal Workout has launched a mental health implementation program aligned with human capital disclosure guidelines. Integrating seminars, consultations and exercise habits, the program supports companies in implementing health and safety initiatives.
Companies mentioned：非財務情報可視化研究会
Original東急パワーサプライは2026年度に系統用蓄電所事業へ本格参入する。第1号蓄電所は静岡県御前崎市で2026年4月に運転開始し、同年5月に三重県津市、6月に群馬県太田市で順次稼働予定。本事業は、日中の電力余剰を充電し夜間に供給することで、電力需給の安定化と再生可能エネルギーの有効活用に貢献する。同社は脱炭素・循環型社会の実現を目指し、アグリゲーション事業への参画も視野に入れている。
Nichii Holdings Co., Ltd. revised its retirement and post-retirement reemployment systems effective April 1, 2026. The retirement age will rise from 60 to 65, and new hires will be accepted up to age 75. The reemployment period will be extended to a maximum age of 85, and uniform salary reductions based on age will be abolished. The changes aim to address labor shortages caused by an aging population and promote the long-term contributions of experienced employees.
プラス株式会社 and サンスター文具株式会社 are collaborating to release “Air-in Mt. Fuji Eraser [Limited Edition] Sanrio Characters Design” on May 29, 2026. The unique eraser reveals the shape of Mt. Fuji as it is used and is available in a limited edition featuring 8 popular Sanrio characters.
Companies mentioned：プラス株式会社、サンスター文具株式会社、株式会社サンリオ
株式会社HUGE will hold its first craft market, “IWAI MARCHÉ,” at IWAI TERRACE in Katsunuma, Yamanashi Prefecture, on April 19, 2026. The one-day event will bring together local producers and popular HUGE restaurants, offering bread, strawberries, wine, craft beer and more.
Companies mentioned：株式会社HUGE、渋いちベーカリー、佐野農園、LA GALERIE、まるき葡萄酒
“Flowing Flowers,” a special early-summer event, will open at SHIBUYA SKY, the observation facility at 渋谷スクランブルスクエア, on May 14, 2026. The event will offer an immersive floral art space inspired by 5 clouds.
Companies mentioned：渋谷スクランブルスクエア
Frenet HIBIYA, a group company of Hibiya Kadan, is launching “pokehana,” a new wearable fresh flower accessory, on April 15, 2026, at a pop-up shop in Shinjuku Flags. The product lets users attach fresh Gerbera flowers to bags and clothing without watering, catering to Gen Z fashion trends and offering busy adults an easy way to enjoy flowers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日比谷花壇、株式会社フレネットHIBIYA
Fruit Shop Aoki will hold a “Honey Banana Fair” starting April 25. Recreating its original banana wholesale business, the store will offer large bunches and box sales at special prices. Visitors can also try picking bananas from a tree at the main store.
Companies mentioned：青木フルーツ株式会社、青木商店
Nextorage株式会社 will exhibit at NAB Show 2026, held in the United States from April 19 to 22, 2026, showcasing products including its next-generation NX-B2PRO+ CFexpress Type B memory card.
Companies mentioned：Nextorage株式会社、全米放送事業者協会
Sarutahiko Coffee will simultaneously open 2 locations beside the New South Gate at JR Shibuya Station on June 1, 2026. Sarutahiko Coffee Shibuya New South Gate Short, with 7 seats and an area of 6.59 tsubo, is designed for quick visits. Sarutahiko Coffee Shibuya New South Gate Tall, with 45 seats and an area of 42.79 tsubo, is designed for customers who want to sit down. Both locations will be open from 7:00 to 23:00.
株式会社WOOC and Keisei Real Estate are collaborating to open the shared office KEISEI×BIZcomfort Ichikawa near Ichikawa Station in Chiba Prefecture on April 22, 2026. The facility will provide a workplace close to home to meet the telework needs of parents.
Companies mentioned：株式会社WOOC、京成不動産株式会社
ClipLine株式会社 announced that Skylark Restaurants has deployed “ABILI Pal,” an AI agent for frontline staff, at approximately 2,600 locations nationwide. The system instantly provides relevant knowledge from training videos and PDF materials, with the aim of improving service quality and reducing the burden of training.
Companies mentioned：ClipLine株式会社、株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ、銚子丸、大東建託リーシング
株式会社増進堂・受験研究社 will release “Kanji Kentei Mock Tests” (Grades 2, Pre-2 through 7) on April 15, 2026. The workbook includes 7 predicted mock tests in the same format as the actual exam, making it ideal for intensive study and final review before the test. It is priced at 748 yen (tax included) for Grades 5 through 7, and 825 yen (tax included) for Grade 2 and Pre-2 through Grade 4.
株式会社ロック・フィールド will bring back the Korean foods gamja bread and goguma bread for a limited time at “融合,” “RF1” and other delicatessen shops from April 16 to April 29, 2026. Following a strong reception during an advance sale in late February, when some stores sold out, the number of stores carrying the products has more than doubled. Each costs 420 yen (tax included). The potato-shaped gamja bread is filled with German potato salad, while the sweet-potato-shaped goguma bread contains sweet potato paste. Some stores will also hold pop-up sales from April 30 to May 6.
Original株式会社エヌ・シー・エヌは、独自工法「SE構法」を用いた約1,800㎡の大規模木造店舗の完成見学会を2026年5月8日に京都で開催します。本州初となるこの物件は、防火地域での耐火性と木造の意匠性を両立し、ZEBも達成。中大規模木造建築を検討する設計者や事業主向けに、同社の技術とトータルソリューションをアピールする重要なイベントです。
Companies mentioned：株式会社MUJI HOUSE、山栄ホーム株式会社
Shota Kiuchi of SHIFT AI and Masahiro Chaen of DigRise spoke at an event celebrating the publication of Chaen’s book “AI Brain.” Discussions focused on organizational automation as a strategy for surviving the AI era, nurturing an “AI brain” through intellectual curiosity and producing work, and the importance of EQ (emotional intelligence).
Companies mentioned：株式会社SHIFT AI、株式会社デジライズ、KADOKAWA
シロカ株式会社 will release “Shagamina-Sen,” a DC living-room fan operated with the foot, on May 15, 2026. The product responds to an unmet user need by eliminating the need to bend down, reducing strain on the lower back and offering convenience when both hands are occupied.
Companies mentioned：シロカ株式会社
The AI inside-sales service immedio was adopted by the legal research platform Legalscape, increasing the number of business meetings 4.5 times in 1 year. Aiming to grow its business with a lean team, Legalscape used immedio’s web-based customer engagement features to improve its CVR 3 times, achieving both the quantity and quality of business meetings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社immedio、株式会社Legalscape
株式会社Meta Heroes will hold the experiential summit “THE HERO SUMMIT 2026” in December 2026 at STATION Ai in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. The event’s general producer is 15-year-old entrepreneur Nicole Kondo. It aims to give children who will shape the next generation opportunities to take on challenges through solving social issues and entertainment.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Meta Heroes、株式会社EdFusion、STATION Ai
QuizKnock and Tokyo Metro will hold “Tokyo Metro Puzzle Guidebook: The Route Map Tracing the Jewels,” a puzzle-solving game that takes participants around the Tokyo Metro network, from April 27 to July 31, 2026. Participants purchase a puzzle kit and explore the city on their own route using a smartphone.
Companies mentioned：株式会社baton、東京地下鉄株式会社
SHE, a career school for women, held “SHE AWARDS 2026,” attracting a record 1,729 participants. 4 SHElikes students who have forged their own paths in life gave presentations.
ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ, together with ADKエモーションズ, released the Global IP Power Survey 2026 Report, a large-scale survey of approximately 23,000 people across 5 markets: Japan, North America, China, Thailand and Indonesia. The survey shows that IP has become an everyday form of entertainment around the world, and that IP originating in Japan is especially popular internationally.
Companies mentioned：ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、ADKエモーションズ
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing will release “Lab. SeeD GIN_01,” a craft gin inspired by Kobe’s coffee culture, in a limited run of 200 bottles on April 21, 2026. It is the 1st release in the new “Lab. SeeD Series,” which commercializes ideas developed in the company’s laboratories, and reflects its diversification strategy and pursuit of experimental brewing.
LG Electronics Japan will begin sequentially releasing all 6 models in its 2026 4K LCD TV lineup from mid-April. Equipped with the α7 AI Processor Gen9, the TVs come in a range of sizes from 85 inches to 43 inches, optimizing picture and sound to provide an immersive viewing experience.
Companies mentioned：LGエレクトロニクス・ジャパン株式会社
Metsä Village, operated by Moomin Monogatari, will partner with the contemporary art museum HYPER MUSEUM HANNO over Golden Week to hold the special event “KAWAII Golden Week,” timed to coincide with Sebastian Masuda’s “KAWAIITOPIA” exhibition. Visitors can enjoy KAWAII-themed workshops, character meet-and-greets and a kids’ park for free.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ムーミン物語、HYPER MUSEUM HANNO、6%DOKIDOKI
The Graduate School of Project Design has opened applications for the 2nd cohort of researchers in the “Hokkaido Innovation Lab,” in partnership with 株式会社エスコン and Kitahiroshima City. The program, starting in June 2026, offers practical learning at ES CON Field, with the goal of addressing regional issues and creating new businesses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エスコン、学校法人先端教育機構 事業構想大学院大学
Originalロイヤルパインズホテル浦和は、2026年6月11日(木)19時より19FフレンチレストランRPRにて「秩父ワインメーカーズディナー」を開催します。このイベントでは、1940年創業の秩父ワインの村田道子氏を招き、総料理長杉山シェフの特別コース料理とソムリエ関厳選の秩父ワイン5種が提供されます。料金は1名さま22,000円（税・サービス料込）で、事前決済制です。
The ANA Future Creation Fund, managed by Global Brain, has invested in Address, which operates the ADDress multi-location living service. Address is addressing the problem of vacant homes in regional areas and growing demand for multi-location living driven by remote work, and aims to share population between urban and regional areas. Through this investment, the fund will work with ANA Holdings to support Address’s business expansion in multiple ways. The ANA Future Creation Fund has total assets under management of 8 billion yen and a 10-year term.
The Thousand Kyoto, a hotel in front of Kyoto Station, will hold an Earth Day event from April 18 to 22, 2026. Through 5 actions that consider the global environment, it will invite guests and visitors to think about sustainable choices.
Companies mentioned：京阪グループ、一保堂茶舖、東本願寺
Mizkan will relaunch its fruit drink “Apple Awakening” exclusively at FamilyMart. The product uses diced apple pulp and Fuji apple juice (34% of the apple juice content), with apple vinegar as a secret ingredient. It comes in a 300 ml bottle and sells for 298 yen (tax included). After receiving a favorable response to its limited-quantity launch in July 2025, it is returning with an upgrade. It will launch on April 14, 2026, in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto and Tokai, and on April 21, 2026, in Hokuriku, Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu and Okinawa.
Zero One Booster, a business creation company, will partner with INNOVATOR'S GARAGE, an innovation hub in the Chubu region, to launch a new business creation program in April 2026. The program for companies in the Nagoya area will offer 3 initiatives: the hands-on “Innovators Dojo” program, the small-group “Innovators Workshop” (4 times a year), and the free “Innovators Academia” study sessions (8 times a year). The initiative aims to invigorate new business creation and promote collaboration among companies in the Nagoya area, contributing to regional economic development.
Seven-Eleven Japan exhibited at “Cinderella Fes vol.21,” an event for Gen Z held in Harajuku, Tokyo, on March 14, 2026. It offered visitors the chance to try “POWDER SPACE ‘loven,’” where they can freshen up while out, as well as print photos using a multifunction copier, with the aim of strengthening its connection with Gen Z.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、チームシンデレラ、株式会社ReCute、富士フイルムイメージングシステムズ株式会社、富士フイルムビジネスイノベーションジャパン株式会社
Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa will hold its early-summer seasonal event “FLOWER AQUARIUM by NAKED” from April 25 to June 28, 2026. This all-weather entertainment experience lets visitors enjoy collaborations between marine life and flowers in a fantastical underwater world decorated with digital art and fresh flowers.
Companies mentioned：NAKED, INC.、株式会社日比谷花壇
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JR East Cross Station will open 4 shops, including “Sarutahiko Coffee,” “Sobaichi” and “NewDays,” inside and outside the New South Gate of JR Shibuya Station on June 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション デベロップメントカンパニー、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社（JR東日本）、猿田彦珈琲株式会社
teamLab handled planning, UI/UX design, visual design and front-end development for a new official app for “Doudai?,” a community site for small and medium-sized business owners provided by Daido Life Insurance. As of March 2026, more than 120,000 business owners were part of the web community. For the app, the site's existing features were reorganized and its UI/UX revamped to focus on communication and information gathering. Native development using Flutter was integrated with WebView to provide a seamless user experience across the web and app. The app was released on March 16, 2026, and is available for download on the App Store and Google Play.
Original千葉大学、東北大学、同志社大学、九州大学の研究チームが、2016年熊本地震を発生させた活断層のトレンチ調査を実施した。その結果、過去約15,000年間に最大8回の活動があったことを解明し、近年の活動時期を200〜300年の範囲まで高精度に絞り込むことに成功した。また、地震前後の地形データ比較から、主断層である布田川断層と派生的な出ノ口断層の変位メカニズムを明らかにし、両断層が地下で連結している可能性を強く示唆した。この研究成果は2026年4月6日に学術誌「Seismica」で公開された。
Originalマクセル アクアパーク品川とネイキッドは、初夏限定イベント「FLOWER AQUARIUM by NAKED」を2026年4月25日から6月28日まで開催します。花と海の世界をテーマに、光、水、生きものが融合した幻想的な空間演出と、LEDを強化したドルフィンパフォーマンスが特徴です。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネイキッド、マクセル アクアパーク品川
AOKI Corporation has launched 2 new summer items made with mesh fabric from its “RECOVERY CARE＋®” fatigue-recovery wear series. The lineup includes a short-sleeved top and shorts set, and a short-sleeved mesh tunic; both are priced at 8,990 yen including tax. The series, available since June 2022, can be purchased at approximately 500 AOKI stores nationwide and through the official online shop. The products are registered as general medical devices (registration number: 13B1X10360000086).
The Romancecar Museum will mark its 5th anniversary on April 19, 2026. To celebrate, it will hold “Romancecar Museum 5th Anniversary Week” from April 18 to 26. The museum has welcomed more than 880,000 visitors to date. Events during the week include a free trial of a children's athletic activity (April 19 only), a special ride aboard the normally inaccessible “Moha 1,” a coffee experience in the RSE “Super Seat,” and commemorative merchandise for sale. Starting April 19, commemorative cards will also be given to the first 5,000 visitors.
Tokyo Metro and QuizKnock will jointly hold “Tokyo Metro Mystery-Solving Guidebook: A Route Map Tracing Jewels,” a citywide mystery-solving game set along Tokyo Metro lines, from April 27 to July 31, 2026. Using their smartphones, participants will explore Tokyo on a route of their choosing while solving puzzles hidden in stations and neighborhoods.
Companies mentioned：東京地下鉄株式会社、株式会社baton、QuizKnock
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JR West Daily Service Net will begin selling Vol.1 of its collaboration products with creator “可哀想に！” at in-station stores from April 30, 2026. The lineup will include merchandise featuring popular characters such as “おぱんちゅうさぎ,” as well as collaboration cafe menu items, targeting fans and travelers visiting Kansai.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイアール西日本デイリーサービスネット、からふね屋CAFE大阪
OriginalJR西日本ヴィアインは、ヴィアイン新大阪ウエストに「500系新幹線ルーム」を開設します。予約開始日は2026年4月20日、宿泊開始日は2026年5月1日です。料金は2名1室利用時1人あたり6,000円（税込）から。客室数は2部屋で、実際の500系新幹線で使用されていた座席や内装、標記、ステッカー、過去のポスター複製品などが設置されます。500系新幹線は2027年に引退予定です。
Hoshino Resorts Karuizawa Hoshino Area and しなの鉄道 will launch their first year-round collaboration, “A Gourmet Cruise Through the Four Seasons.” Under the project, facilities in Hoshino Area will create seasonal menus to be served aboard the sightseeing train ろくもん. The first installment, the spring edition, will operate on May 31, 2026, with 軽井沢ホテルブレストンコート in charge of the French cuisine. Two fare plans are available: 28,000 yen and 36,000 yen. The partnership aims to make use of both organizations’ resources to offer new ways to enjoy travel and promote regional revitalization.
リーガロイヤルホテル広島 will hold “A Buffet of Flavors from Around the World” at Dining Luore on the 1st floor from May 7 to July 20, 2026. The buffet features 15 desserts in total, including 11 strawberry sweets, along with an international selection of food inspired by Canada, Mexico and the United States.
リーガロイヤルホテル大阪 announced a new management structure effective April 1, 2026, naming 井上忠浩 and Claus Pedersen as chief operating officers and 山根朋之 as general manager. The appointments aim to enhance the value and further develop the hotel, which has a history of more than 90 years, by drawing on the appointees’ extensive experience and expertise to advance hotel operations.
Companies mentioned：IHG Hotels & Resorts、Merlin Entertainments plc、Club Med、Tourism Australia、FRHI Hotels & Resorts、Accor、Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide、MGM、Hilton
A survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER and ながでんハウス found that about 60% of detached-home owners said they “don’t really understand” ZEH (Net Zero Energy House). It also found that 66.3% did not prioritize energy efficiency when buying or building a home, highlighting how many only recognize its importance later.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、ながでんハウス
A survey on Mother’s Day gifts jointly conducted by 株式会社NEXER and the tableware e-commerce site FOURGRACE found that “stylish tableware” ranked No. 1 among items that boost motivation to cook and do household chores. Among gifts other than carnations, “food and sweets” were the most popular, at 46.0%.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、FOURGRACE