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ohpner株式会社 handled mobility advertising for DMM GAMES, operated by EXNOA, in the Akihabara area, as well as ad distribution on Famima TV.
Companies mentioned：ohpner株式会社、合同会社EXNOA
Netmarble released the first major update for its new mobile RPG StoneAge: Idle Adventure, adding cross-server battles in “Base Battle” and new mini-games.
Companies mentioned：Netmarble Corp.、Netmarble N2 Inc.
British organic cosmetics brand Neal's Yard Remedies will launch Refreshing Mint Body Mist Extra, an enhanced version of last year's popular Refreshing Mint Body Mist, in limited quantities. Developed for Japanese summers, the 100% naturally derived mist delivers an intense cooling sensation. Newly formulated with plant-derived menthyl lactate, it provides long-lasting coolness. Its fresh fragrance of organic mint, lemon, lime and may chang refreshes the mood, while edelweiss extract moisturizes and helps keep summer skin healthy. The product is priced at 3,630 yen, including tax, for 100mL and will go on sale on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Minamikyushu City will launch a new program in FY Reiwa 8 to provide incentives to young people from the area or graduates of local high schools who take jobs at businesses in the city. The program aims to help young people take pride in and feel attached to the town where they grew up, and support their choice to work and live locally. The incentive is 200,000 yen and is available to those who find employment by June 30, Reiwa 10. Applicants must meet 3 conditions: be a recent graduate, be from the area, and take a regular position at a business in the city covered by workers' compensation and social insurance. Applications must be submitted within 3 months after 6 months have passed since hiring.
The Sendai 89ERS will hold the pop-up event “NINERS HOOP Shop” at Hare machi Court at JR Sendai Station from April 15 to 22, 2026. The event will feature life-size player panels, limited-edition merchandise and an appearance by Tina, deepening ties with the local community.
Against a backdrop of rising water bills and aging infrastructure, Denka Astec Co., Ltd. is proposing “rainwater infrastructure” that uses rainwater for household needs. The company cites as social challenges a water rate increase in Chiba Prefecture for the first time in about 30 years, affecting 3.09 million people, and projections that an average rate increase of 48% will be needed at about 96% of water utilities nationwide by 2046. As its first product, the company developed PURE EDEN, a rainwater tank with a 100L capacity that can be used for toilet flushing and other purposes. It aims eventually to meet about 80% of household water needs with rainwater.
SEAXIA, led by food and prop stylist Yuka Miyazaki, will hold its first solo exhibition, “Digestion,” in Daikanyama in May 2026. The exhibition will feature food installations themed around human anatomy, and a crowdfunding campaign will also be held to produce an art book.
Companies mentioned：ZAspace 代官山
hitohinto launched its AI-powered people management tool, “Hitohinto CARD for Team,” on April 15, 2026. Drawing on more than 30,000 personal life-story records and 2 patented technologies, the tool visualizes members' strengths and values, supporting self-understanding and mutual understanding within teams. Pricing is 8,800 yen per month, including tax, or 88,000 yen per year, including tax. A 2-month free campaign is available to the first 80 teams.
Tempura Shinjuku Tsunahachi Main Store, a tempura restaurant with more than 100 years of history, will temporarily close on May 31, 2026, for reconstruction. To mark the occasion, it will serve a special menu, “Special Appreciation Offer,” exclusive to the main store from April 20 to May 31. The newly built restaurant is scheduled to reopen around summer 2028.
Temzac and others will launch Chapter 2 of robotic rice farming project WORKROID Agriculture in Kitakyushu City in May 2026. The project will develop new robots, grow rice for staple consumption and build local partnerships.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テムザック、株式会社DEN農、ineRobo株式会社
伊藤超短波株式会社 will exhibit at Beautyworld Japan Tokyo 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from May 18 to 20, 2026. As a pioneer in physical therapy equipment, the company will propose ways to improve the efficiency and turnover of slimming and facial treatments using EMS and ultrasound. The booth will include a product experience area and information on subsidies that can cover up to 1/2 of the cost of adoption. Key exhibits include 4 models, such as the professional EMS beauty device Body Sera Pro II and a multifunctional beauty device. Founded 110 years ago, the company manufactures and sells physical therapy equipment for a wide range of fields, from healthcare to beauty.
株式会社ハック will launch a new 2-cup multi-cooker in May 2026, featuring low power consumption of 360W and designed for camping and car camping.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハック
Originalメンズブランド「TAKEO KIKUCHI」ららぽーと横浜店が、2026年4月24日に店舗面積を2倍に拡大しリニューアルオープンします。
Companies mentioned：株式会社エクスプローラーズトーキョー、株式会社ワールド
株式会社Qoncept's video review system REFLEX was officially adopted at events including the All Japan Badminton Championships. It reduced review times to 10 seconds or less, enabling smoother tournament operations.
Companies mentioned：日本バドミントン協会
Nurse Bag Co., Ltd.'s brand Kids Ami Randoseru will open its first store in Kanagawa Prefecture at LaLaport Yokohama on April 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：三井不動産（ららぽーと）
A study by the Japan Clinical Trial Association (JACTA) scientifically confirmed that rose geranium has 3.2 times the moisturizing power of aloe. In an awareness survey, 76.9% mistakenly believed aloe was more moisturizing. To address this gap, Tabi Nikki Herb Garden Club will hold a 10% off sale on its natural cosmetics starting April 15, 2026. The product was developed using rose geranium grown in the company's own gardens, inspired by its founder's wish to help resolve their grandchild's skin concerns.
The Asian Longevity Research Institute will use the “2026 Belt and Road · International Forum on Big Health,” to be held in Macau in May 2026, as an opportunity to officially launch the expansion of Japanese longevity solutions across Asia. Using Macau as a gateway, the institute will bring together advanced medical technologies, functional foods and other offerings to build a longevity ecosystem, with the aim of extending healthy life expectancy and creating a sustainable longevity society.
RATOC System Co., Ltd. will release the RS-OPTSP15 optical digital splitter, which supports 1 input and 5 outputs, in late April 2026. It supports a wide range of uses, including in-store demonstrations, background music in stores and switching between devices.
“Taiyo no Galette,” a galette specialty shop using fermented butter from Hokkaido and its original Nanahonami flour, has opened at Matsuzakaya Nagoya. The shop offers baked goods based on traditional European confections and is giving away original tote bags to mark the opening.
Agro Japan Co., Ltd. launched the dog treat brand “ShinShin” in spring 2025 and began sales through its official online shop in October of the same year. In April 2026, in response to feedback from pet owners, it launched new chicken meatballs and venison meatballs. The products are made in Japan, contain no additives and include rice koji, reflecting the brand concept of wishing for dogs’ health and happiness.
Original認定NPO法人ロシナンテスは、スーダン内戦勃発3年目の4月15日に、スーダンの文化や人々の暮らしを紹介するウェブマガジン「SUDAN Magazine」のデモサイトをオープンしました。本サイトは5月に公開予定で、スーダンの人々が持つ「想像の数段上を行く」魅力を伝え、親しみを持ってもらうことを目指しています。設立20周年を迎えるロシナンテスは、この機会にスーダンを知ってもらうことで、支援につなげたいと考えています。
Sumitomo Forestry’s proposal has been selected for a subsidy from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and a survey will begin in Vietnam on producing sugar for bioethanol from cashew apple residues.
Companies mentioned：経済産業省、Vina Eco Board 社
MOTTO Inc. has opened registration for GAME FUTURE SUMMIT 2026, one of the largest business events in the gaming industry, to be held at Belle Salle Shibuya Garden on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The company has also launched the official website and announced the first speakers and event sponsors. The event is free to attend and will feature stage sessions, business meeting and exhibition booths, and an after-party for networking. The after-party will be held by lottery, and advance registration is required to attend.
CRAZY BUMP Inc. will hold a POP UP STORE for Ultraman Tiga, which marks its 30th broadcast anniversary, at Hakaba Gallery Nakano and its online store from May 28 to June 29, 2026. The venue will offer a wide range of new merchandise commemorating the 30th anniversary, including T-shirts and miscellaneous goods. Admission is free.
Swiss energy company Axpo will begin supplying high-voltage power with environmental attributes to Nestlé Japan’s Shimada Factory in January 2026. This will be Axpo’s first retail contract since entering Japan.
Companies mentioned：ネスレ日本株式会社、Nestlé S.A.
Imoto Seisakusho’s “High-Speed, High-Shear Mixer IMC-A500” has won the Excellence Award at the 38th Small and Medium Enterprise Excellent New Technology and New Product Awards, organized by the Resona Foundation for Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion and The Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun. The product dramatically advances mixing work in materials development, including plastics, cutting total work time to 1/3. Its unique cylindrical rotor mechanism, together with the combined effects of centrifugal force, swirling flow and extensional flow, delivers powerful mixing and advanced dispersion performance. It was recognized for its value as research infrastructure in the MI era.
Nail polish brand “MITO TOKYO” has unveiled its new 2026 summer collection. Pop-up stores will open in Shibuya and Umeda, and online sales will also begin.
Companies mentioned：MITO TOKYO
The touring event “Osaka Art & Design 2026,” featuring exhibitions and sales of a wide range of art and design works in major areas of Osaka, will run from May 27 to June 23, 2026.
Companies mentioned：大阪市高速電気軌道株式会社、株式会社近鉄百貨店、株式会社髙島屋、株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、阪急電鉄株式会社、株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、一般社団法人梅田1丁目エリアマネジメント
Original横浜病院が、令和8年度の診療報酬改定で推進される「身体的拘束の最小化」を背景に、4年間で身体拘束ゼロを達成したプロセスを看護研修会で発表しました。
Companies mentioned：神奈川県看護協会、厚生労働省
Food delivery service “Rocket Now” has launched a click-based advertising service for restaurants. AI-powered automatic optimization helps increase exposure and sales, and up to ¥20,000 in advertising credits is available.
Companies mentioned：CP One Japan合同会社、Coupang, Inc.、センサータワー（Sensor Tower）
Nippon Air Transport Co., Ltd. has begun selling Hokkaido golf tours through its travel site “Guttori,” with airfare, hotel, golf play and private transfers all included.
Companies mentioned：ユニ東武ゴルフクラブ、苫小牧ゴルフリゾート72エミナゴルフクラブ、御前水ゴルフ俱楽部、北海道ブルックスカントリークラブ、千歳空港カントリークラブ、ザ・ノースカントリーゴルフクラブ、北海道ドリームカントリークラブ、真駒内カントリークラブ、滝のカントリークラブ、羊ヶ丘カントリークラブ、スカイマーク、Peach
On April 15, 2026, AAIC Holdings published “India’s Mega-Scale Economy: A Business Map of the Next Superpower,” co-authored by its partner Shohei Namba and managing partner Susumu Tsubaki. The book offers a multifaceted look at the Indian market, with a population of 1.5 billion and an average age of 28, covering business, daily life, industry and startups. It is priced at ¥2,200, including tax, and went on sale the same day.
White Crow Co., Ltd. and Kyuden Drone Service Co., Ltd. signed a basic agreement on collaboration for drone shows on April 1, 2026. The collaboration aims to strengthen sales and delivery capabilities for drone shows, mainly in the Kyushu region, by leveraging the expertise and networks of both companies. They aim to jointly propose projects that use drone shows for regional revitalization, tourism initiatives and corporate promotion.
Laurens Co., Ltd., which employs many staff members living with disabilities or intractable diseases (about 7割 of its 140 employees), began selling Mother’s Day gifts made with out-of-spec flowers, repurposed as “Loss Flower®︎,” on April 15, 2026. Fresh flower bouquets (M: ¥5,500, L: ¥8,800), dried flower box arrangements (M: ¥4,950, L: ¥9,900) and fresh flower box arrangements (M: ¥4,400, L: ¥7,700) are available through its online shop and 3 stores in Tokyo. The offerings include bouquets involving up to 30 makers and dried flower products that give new life to flowers otherwise destined for disposal, expressing the company’s philosophy of “helping people bloom.”
Handbag brand “VASIC” will hold a pop-up event at 横浜高島屋 from April 29, where customers can freely combine colors.
Companies mentioned：横浜高島屋
Bizer Co., Ltd.’s task management tool Bizer team won “Leader” in the Task Management/ToDo Management category at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring for the 6th consecutive term.
Companies mentioned：アイティクラウド株式会社
“EXPO 2027 Official Store 丸善 Tsudanuma Store” opened on April 17, 2026, as the first permanent store in Chiba Prefecture. It offers officially licensed products for the 2027 International Horticultural Expo (GREEN×EXPO 2027) and aims to build anticipation for the expo.
Companies mentioned：GREEN×EXPO協会、２０２７年国際園芸博覧会マスターライセンスオフィス、丸善
はとバス and 東京都交通局 are collaborating to operate a tour on May 30, 2026, featuring a charter ride on the 8500 Series Mitooka-designed train on the Toden Arakawa Line and a visit to the Arakawa Depot. The vehicle, which had been in service for more than 30 years, was renovated by Eiji Mitooka, and the tour offers a rare experience for a limited group of 40 people.
Companies mentioned：東京都交通局、はとバス、JR九州
Suntory will launch “Ashita no Sour (Unsweetened Lemon),” “Ashita no Sour (Acerola)” and “Ashita no Sour (Double Grapefruit)” at ローソン stores nationwide on April 21. Developed jointly with ローソン, the products feature a refreshing flavor that brings out the character of the fruit. The Unsweetened Lemon variety contains no sugar and zero purines, while the other 2 varieties contain zero sugars and zero purines.
O-matsuri Japan Co., Ltd. will add a “Premium Masu Seat Plan” to its Akita Kanto Festival premium viewing experience and begin sales on April 15, 2026. The plan offers special seating along Kanto Odori, where guests can enjoy the festival performances up close with a meal and expert commentary. The price is 352,000 yen (tax included) for 4 people. Alongside the existing “料亭・志田屋 Plan,” it offers a variety of ways to view the festival. A portion of the proceeds will support local cultural preservation activities.
東京都 and the Tokyo Metropolitan Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center will begin accepting applications for the FY Reiwa 8 “Young and Women Leaders Support Program Grant” and “Shopping District Startup and Succession Support Program,” which aim to revitalize shopping districts. The programs are expected to encourage new businesses and business succession in shopping districts and revitalize local economies.
Companies mentioned：東京都、公益財団法人東京都中小企業振興公社、デジタル庁
Kyoto Porta’s souvenir zone “Kyōkonomi” will undergo a full renovation in July 2026. Popular shop “Omiyage Kaido,” new shops, new food retailers and ディズニーストア will open, transforming the zone into an appealing new space.
Companies mentioned：JR西日本京都SC開発株式会社、atelier京ばあむ、京菓子處 鼓月、下鴨茶寮、京都 和牛 八重郎、ディズニーストア
東京都 and the Tokyo Metropolitan Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center will begin accepting applications for the FY Reiwa 8 “Creative Challenge Promotion Program,” which aims to strengthen the management capabilities of small and medium-sized businesses.
Companies mentioned：東京都、（公財）東京都中小企業振興公社
アマノ株式会社 will launch “TimeP@CK ALEX,” a new product that advances DX while maintaining existing time-recorder operations, on April 15, 2026. It strengthens cloud connectivity and telework support, helping businesses adapt to diverse working styles.
Companies mentioned：アマノ株式会社
Contrafuto Co., Ltd., the National Construction Workforce Association, and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co., Ltd. have joined forces to launch support aimed at addressing labor shortages in the construction industry. Under the initiative, Contrafuto and Zenken will handle recruitment, while Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance will focus on employee retention and training. The effort aims to strengthen specialty contractors’ organizations and support the sustainable development of the construction industry.
Original元気村グループの杜の村は、2025年2月にしおがま社会福祉協議会と事業譲渡契約を締結した。これに伴い、2026年4月1日より宮城県塩竈市内の「元気キッズさかえ保育園」（定員60名）と「元気キッズきたはま保育園」（定員50名）の運営を引き継いだ。両園では地域貢献や高齢者施設との連携を活かした保育環境づくりに取り組む。
Vectorworks Japan announced that it will end sales of “Vectorworks Standalone Perpetual Licenses” at the end of 2026. It will also stop accepting applications for version upgrade services for those licenses and new or additional contracts for “Vectorworks Service Select.” From 2027 onward, it will continue offering subscription licenses for the standalone version and perpetual licenses for the network version. A campaign to switch existing Service Select customers to subscription plans is also planned for 2027 onward.
Morita Holdings Co., Ltd. has completely revamped its group recruitment website to promote understanding of the company and strengthen recruitment.
Originalリーテックス株式会社のONEデジAPIとYoom株式会社のYoomが連携し、ノーコードで電子署名・タイムスタンプを全自動付与する新サービスを開始。これにより、印刷・押印・郵送などの手作業をゼロにし、業務効率と書類の信頼性を向上させる。
Companies mentioned：リーテックス株式会社、Yoom株式会社
Virtual Hobby Fest 2026, co-hosted by Hobby Japan and V Co. on VRChat, drew 67,000 visitors and recorded satisfaction of more than 95%. Its high-resolution exhibits using 3DGS technology and experiences unique to VR were well received.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホビージャパン、株式会社V、海洋堂、メガハウス、ソニーグループ、スクウェア・エニックス、伊藤忠商事
AI shopping app PLUG has launched a new feature that automatically calculates membership tiers and credit card reward rates at major e-commerce malls using AI, then displays an “effective price.” Users can now instantly identify the “true lowest price” after taking complex conditions into account.
Companies mentioned：STRACT Inc.、Amazon、Yahoo! Shopping、Rakuten
The number of accounts using R.E.DATA, a real estate big data platform provided by TRUSTART Co., Ltd., has surpassed 1,500. Starting April 1, the platform will provide corporate data based on commercial and corporate registry intake records, and plans to offer a “Corporate Value Collateral Monitoring” feature that supports the corporate value collateral system, which takes effect on May 25, 2026. The service supports DX in real estate operations and strategic sales decisions.
MOL Sunflower Co., Ltd. will hold a special event aboard its June 21 “Daytime Seto Inland Sea Casual Cruise.” The event will include a seminar on the appeal of Chiran tea from Minami-Kyushu, Kagoshima Prefecture, a tea-brewing experience and a tasting. Minami-Kyushu City will also host a tourism booth and a prize drawing. Participation is free, offering a chance to experience the appeal of Chiran tea and Minami-Kyushu City.
Fukushima Transportation, Michinori Holdings and Lecip have revamped the official website for “Fukushima Bus Story” and fully digitized its tickets. The changes improve convenience for inbound visitors and younger people and enhance regional tourism.
Companies mentioned：福島交通株式会社、株式会社みちのりホールディングス、レシップ株式会社、新常磐交通、株式会社デンソーウェーブ、ぴあ株式会社
On April 17, 2026, GREEN×EXPO協会 opened EXPO 2027 Official Store 丸善 津田沼店 in Tsudanuma, Chiba Prefecture. The store aims to build momentum for the 2027 International Horticultural Expo and promote it to a wider audience.
Companies mentioned：GREEN×EXPO協会、２０２７年国際園芸博覧会マスターライセンスオフィス、丸善 津田沼店
OriginalJAPAN 47 GOは、5月に日本各地で開催されるイベント情報を厳選して紹介します。岡山県笠岡市では真鍋島の走り神輿が5月3日から5月5日まで開催され、岩手県花巻市では毘沙門まつり・全国泣き相撲大会が5月4日から5月5日まで行われます。北海道滝川市ではたきかわ菜の花まつりが5月16日から5月24日まで、長野県松本市では国宝松本城で松本藩古流砲術演武が5月18日に開催されます。山口県山口市では5月30日から6月5日までほたる観賞Week！が予定されています。
All About Life Marketing Inc. will open a brick-and-mortar store for its Sample Hyakkaten business at Ario Kawaguchi on April 27, 2026. It will be the first location in Saitama Prefecture, the company's 3rd store nationwide, and its first at a large-scale Ario shopping center. The store will offer a wide range of products, including food, beverages, daily necessities and cosmetics, and will provide free samples and tastings. It is a new kind of experiential store where customer feedback is shared with companies through reviews posted after trying the products. To mark the opening, the store will give away Ryukakusan throat-soothing tablets and hold a grand prize drawing.
Yoom's hyperautomation tool and リーテックス's electronic signature API, ONEデジAPI, have begun working together. This enables processes across various business applications, including electronic contracts, to be automated without coding.
Companies mentioned：Yoom株式会社、リーテックス株式会社
Kaopiz Inc. will exhibit at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 27 to 29, 2026. It will share a booth with VADX (Vietnam DX Association in Japan) and showcase IT services including systems development, maintenance and operations, and DX support. The company will present specific case studies and propose solutions at its booth, positioning itself as an IT partner that comprehensively supports Japanese companies in resolving IT challenges, with speed, solutions and support as its strengths.
スリーエス Inc., a subsidiary of 日本管財ホールディングス, completely redesigned its corporate website on April 2, 2026. The redesign responds to the growing importance of information disclosure and aims to clearly explain the company's business and initiatives. The recruitment section has been expanded, with detailed introductions to employee experiences and the work environment. New pages have also been added on the company's track record in contracted facility security and on スリーエス in numbers, strengthening the use of visual information.
NIPLUX will release its new product NOBI FIT on April 15, 2026. This innovative device features independent care systems for the neck and lower back. Its 3D Air Lift and Dual EMS technologies provide whole-body stretching and deep-muscle care in just 15 minutes a day.
Companies mentioned：NIPLUX
Sumitomo Heavy Industries' BNCT treatment system has begun its first practical clinical treatment in the Hainan Island medical special zone in China. This marks an important step toward rolling out medical devices in mainland China.
Companies mentioned：住友重機械工業株式会社、ステラファーマ株式会社
On May 23 and 24, 2026, the JB Honshi Expressway Group will hold Setouchi Island Travel Fest 2026, centered around Yoshima Parking Area. The event will be packed with opportunities to experience the appeal of the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, including stage events, the Setouchi Marche, a working vessels exhibition, island cruises and infrastructure tours. Admission is free, but transportation and cruise fares are charged separately.
Odakyu Real Estate has launched the official website for Leafia Residence Kyodo, a large-scale new condominium development a 6-minute walk from Kyodo Station on the Odakyu Line. The project is the first large-scale development within walking distance of Kyodo Station in 20 years.
Companies mentioned：小田急不動産株式会社、小田急電鉄株式会社、株式会社フジタ
野球殿堂博物館 is holding a special exhibition, Samurai Japan and the Spread of Baseball Around the World, showcasing the global spread of baseball through Japan's national baseball team, Samurai Japan.
Companies mentioned：野球殿堂博物館、日本野球機構（NPB）
Original大阪・関西万博開幕1周年を記念し、3,000機のドローンが夜空に「ミャクミャク」と大屋根リングを描く特別ドローンショー「One World, One Planet.」が万博記念公園で開催された。 本イベントはクラウドファンディングにより総額29,319,334円、支援者数1,870人を集め、約5,000人の観客を魅了した。 「ミャクミャク」は2,003機で縦約210m×横約180m、「大屋根リング」は425機で縦約45m×横約342mの規模で再現された。 LEDライトの約6倍の輝度を持つフラッシュモジュールや花火搭載ドローンも使用され、立体的な演出が展開された。 レッドクリフ社が企画・運営し、万博の記憶を未来へ繋ぐ新たな挑戦となった。
Itsumo Inc. announced that its standalone live commerce gross merchandise volume (GMV) surpassed ¥10 billion as of the end of March 2026. The achievement reflects the company's early focus on live commerce and its development of a support framework for TikTok Shop. It plans to further strengthen its support for businesses in the social commerce sector.
The first-ever drone show, TOYAMA Night Canvas, will be held at Fugan Canal Kansui Park in Toyama on Friday, April 24, 2026, in collaboration with the professional basketball team Toyama Grouses. Basketball scenes and the mascot character Grucky will appear in the night sky, and viewing is free. Food trucks and dance performances are also planned.
studio15 will speak at a webinar hosted by Interfactory on April 21, explaining e-commerce strategies for driving external traffic to Rakuten Market and Amazon using social media such as TikTok.
Companies mentioned：株式会社インターファクトリー、株式会社マクロジ、株式会社エクスクリエ、グリニッジ株式会社、株式会社UNIVERSE PULSE、株式会社ネイビーグループ、THECOO株式会社
Mico Inc. has announced Mico LINE Communication for Salesforce on Salesforce AppExchange. The new product integrates Salesforce customer data with LINE Official Accounts to help build personalized communications tailored to each customer. Through integration with the LINE marketing tools Mico Engage AI and BizClo, it aims to maximize companies' customer service capabilities and improve CX. The solution features data integration, organization-level permission settings, and improved quality through collaboration between AI and people.
The “Virtual Hobby Fest 2026,” jointly hosted by 株式会社ホビージャパン and 株式会社V on VRChat, concluded successfully, drawing more than 67,000 visitors and recording a satisfaction rate of over 95%. As the world’s first comprehensive metaverse hobby exhibition, it succeeded thanks to its latest technology and immersive experiences.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホビージャパン、株式会社V、VRChat、海洋堂、メガハウス
Original恵比寿ガーデンプレイスで、2026年6月5日から7月5日まで「PICNIC CINEMA」が開催されます。約300㎡の人工芝エリアと280インチのスクリーンが設置され、金土日の夜に厳選された映画が無料上映されます。昨年は1日約1,000人が来場し大盛況でした。期間中、恵比寿の飲食店が週替わりで出店し、映画とともにグルメも楽しめます。
Toyota Motor Corp. will run a Toyota Crown giveaway campaign at Toyota dealerships nationwide from April 15 to August 9, 2026. A total of 1,000 survey participants will be selected by lottery to receive travel vouchers or catalog gifts. Test drives of the Crown series are required to enter for Prizes A and B, while entrants for Prize C do not need to take a test drive. Video content featuring Alisa Urahama and developer Yuji Homma has also been released.
ShareDine will exhibit CHEFLINK, its platform for chefs, at the Kanto Hotel and Ryokan Industry IT & Renovation Exhibition and Business Meeting (first edition), to be held at Hotel New Otani on April 22, 2026. More than 40,000 chefs are registered with CHEFLINK, which supports accommodation providers in addressing challenges such as labor shortages and reliance on individual employees’ expertise. The exhibition will feature a product demo, introductions to adoption cases at hotels and ryokan, and a free seminar.
株式会社Dstyleホールディングス and Fujita Health University will present clinical trial results for the girdle “Femir Core Connect Girdle,” developed through joint research, at the 113th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Urological Association. The research, supervised by Professor Hitomi Sasaki, found that wearing shapewear intended to improve posture may help improve lower urinary tract symptoms in women.
HPE has announced new security innovations to address distributed environments amid accelerating AI adoption, reduce cyber risks and maintain governance. The new HPE Juniper Networking SRX400 Series Firewalls extend carrier-grade security features to the edge, providing consistent protection from core to edge. Enhancements to its hybrid mesh firewall enable visibility into AI sites and applications, prompt-level inspection and centrally managed identity-based protection. HPE Threat Labs is strengthening real-time threat insights to address evolving cyber threats and advancing support for post-quantum cryptography (PQC). These solutions are scheduled to become available starting in Q2 2026.
Concur, a leader in cloud-based travel and expense management, has won the top prize in the accounting and finance category of the “Administrative Departments Awards 2026,” run by MS-Japan. The award recognizes “services and systems that people working in administrative departments nationwide have genuinely found useful.” Concur’s SAP Concur was praised for its ease of use and ability to streamline expense reimbursement, and is used by more than 100 million people worldwide. Concur will continue to contribute to strengthening the competitiveness of Japanese companies by expanding its services.
Mitsubishi Research Institute has been commissioned to run the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s “Care Startup Support Project,” providing consultation and matching services to promote the development and practical application of care technology.
Companies mentioned：株式会社三菱総合研究所、厚生労働省、株式会社aba
シロカ株式会社 will launch the “DC Living Room Fan,” the first product under its new brand “be by siroca,” on May 2, 2026. The fan focuses on essential features, including 8 fan-speed settings, left-right oscillation and on/off timers, prioritizing simplicity and intuitive operation. Its DC motor also delivers quiet operation and low power consumption. “be by siroca” is a new brand offering products at accessible prices, combining シロカ’s quality with minimalist design and simple operation.
福島交通株式会社 and its partners have completely revamped the official “Fukushima Bus Story” website and fully digitized its tickets. Customers can now complete the entire process, from purchasing tickets to using them, with just a smartphone, without needing to exchange them at a counter. The service launches on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, with the aim of improving convenience for a broad range of customers, including international visitors and younger people.
Hino City, Tokyo, has adopted PoliPoli Gov, a website operated by 株式会社PoliPoli, to solicit public comments on proposed revisions to sewerage charges. The comment period runs from April 15 to May 14, 2026. The city’s sewerage charges have remained unchanged since April 2004, for more than 20 years, but amid rising costs and aging facilities, the city is considering an average increase of approximately 25% in April 2027. Comments received will be used in future deliberations.
Property Agent, a subsidiary of Migalo Holdings, announced that its real estate crowdfunding service Rimple received applications totaling 100 million yen for “Rimple’s Selection #119,” against an offering target of 38.22 million yen, reaching 263.6% of the target. Lottery results will be emailed after 18:00 on April 15. The company plans to continue considering and implementing attractive initiatives for investors. Rimple is a real estate investment crowdfunding site that can be accessed easily by smartphone, starting from 1 unit at 10,000 yen.
Apirits has revamped Capcom’s 40th anniversary site into a comprehensive portal designed to build deeper connections with users. The redesign established a highly scalable service operations platform and added the official e-commerce feature “Capcom Town Store.” It also introduced “Classic Games,” which users can enjoy in a web browser, and “Theater,” where they can watch video content, to encourage users to keep coming back. As the importance of direct-to-consumer (D2C) customer experiences on the web grows following the 2025 implementation of the “Smartphone Act,” Apirits will standardize the platform and expertise developed through this project to support companies’ digital strategies.
JR East Startup Co. will hold the “JR East Startup Program 2026.” The program targets venture companies and individuals with outstanding business ideas, aiming to create businesses that leverage the resources of the JR East Group. As in the previous year, applications will be accepted 2 times a year, in spring and fall, to promote collaboration across 3 themes: “Regional Co-Creation,” “Digital Co-Creation” and “Global Co-Creation (SDGs).” Applications will be accepted from Wednesday, April 15, to Thursday, May 21, 2026.
The 76th Himeji Castle Festival will be held around Himeji Castle over 3 days, from May 22 to 24, Reiwa 8. A wide range of programs for all ages will take place, including the Himeji Daimyo Procession, Castle Parade, Himeji Yosakoi Festival, children’s events and a sound festival. The 55th Himeji Castle Takigi Noh is scheduled for the opening day, the 22nd, and the 25th Himeji Yosakoi Festival is planned for the final day, the 24th.
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SPICA, an Italian dining restaurant in Omotesando, will make its debut at “Italy Fair 2026,” held at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store starting April 22, 2026. The restaurant will offer special Italian dishes, including “Shrimp Bisque Risoni,” supervised by chef Yoshida, popular on YouTube, and “Truffle Carbonara,” available exclusively at the event. The restaurant will be open for a limited time from April 22 to May 6, with an event featuring the chef also planned.
株式会社CHET Group will begin sales on April 15, 2026, of the online lottery “なつしば Soccer Club Online Lottery,” created in collaboration with 2.5D VTuber なつしば. The no-lose lottery guarantees a chance to win merchandise featuring exclusive designs and aims to boost fan engagement and monetize the IP.
Companies mentioned：株式会社CHET Group、CHET Marketing
Maruju Co., Ltd. has added a keyword search function by company name to MIKOMERU, its AI-powered tool for automating direct messages through online forms. The function makes it possible to search for specific target companies, improving the quality and efficiency of sales lists.
The Thousand Kyoto will continue its sponsorship of KYOTOGRAPHIE Kyoto International Photography Festival 2026 as a premium hotel partner. The hotel will deepen its contribution to Kyoto’s art scene by offering special accommodation plans and hosting a satellite exhibition in its in-house art gallery.
Companies mentioned：京阪グループ、KYOTOGRAPHIE、AN INC.
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Companies mentioned：埼玉県
Saitama Prefecture is again seeking naming rights partners (holders of rights to assign nicknames) for 9 facilities, including prefectural museums and parks. Contract amounts range from ¥500,000 to ¥1,000,000 per year.
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Students are taking the lead in operating ISO14001 (environmental management systems) at Chiba University. At basic training for the entire university, 57 students served as instructors for 125 sessions, helping raise environmental awareness.
Companies mentioned：国立大学法人千葉大学、NPO法人
ORIHICA, operated by AOKI, has launched an industry-academia collaboration project with Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK and Flex Japan. The project included a design competition with 20 student participants, and 2 designs will be made into products. The “Printed Shirt,” designed by Siena Bamford, is priced at ¥25,300 including tax, while the “Color-Block Design Shirt,” designed by Anthony Morris, is priced at ¥30,800 including tax. The products will be sold exclusively through the ORIHICA official online shop starting April 15, 2026.
Tokyu and Tokyu Asset Management have transferred 5 “Stylio” rental housing properties to a private placement fund, taking them off the balance sheet. Operations began on March 31, 2026, with the companies aiming to improve capital efficiency and secure funds for growth investments.
Companies mentioned：東急株式会社、東急アセットマネジメント株式会社、合同会社ＴＲ１リアルティ、東急リアル・エステート投資法人（東急ＲＥＩＴ）
Tokyu opened “とうきゅうこどもっと,” a portal site supporting children and child-rearing, on April 15, 2026. The site is part of the “Child-rearing and Student Support Tokyu Scrum Project” and brings together information on events for children and services along Tokyu railway lines. An official Instagram account was also launched, and the support character “もっとちゃん” made its debut.
Club Tourism has launched a dedicated “Support Your Hometown Through Travel and Hometown Tax Donations” website and begun offering web coupons that can be used for travel products as donation gifts.
Companies mentioned：ＫＮＴ-ＣＴホールディングス株式会社、クラブツーリズム株式会社、近畿日本ツーリスト
Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. has launched a door-to-door laundry service for clothing and bedding nationwide, excluding Hokkaido and Okinawa. The service offers convenient household support, including storage for up to 11 months, stain removal, lint-pilling removal and button repairs, all free of charge. The company has ranked No. 1 in the Kanto region for 2 consecutive years in the Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey for house cleaning and is drawing on that expertise to expand its services. It launched its solutions business brand IGNITURE in November 2023.
i-mobile Co., Ltd., operator of the hometown tax donation website Furunavi, began offering Furunavi Travel, a travel experience donation gift redeemable in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, on April 15, 2026. Donations start at ¥10,000, and 30% of the amount is awarded as Furunavi Travel Points with no expiration date. Points can be used at a rate of 1 point for 1 yen to pay at participating facilities in the city, including Hilton Hiroshima and RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima.