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The company behind the online direct-sales platform “食べチョク” announced that it will hold the “食べチョク Craft Gift Grand Prix 2026” for the first time and is now accepting entries nationwide. Past winners have seen sales increase 20 times.
Industry Alpha Co., Ltd. announced “Mikoshi™,” a fully domestically developed, in-house AMR (autonomous mobile robot) that changes form to suit different applications, and began taking reservations.
The new “We’re the Mori’s HIROSHIMA” initiative, based at Hiroshima Castle and Sannomaru, has launched. It will develop 6 businesses that make use of deer, aiming to create new value for the region.
株式会社明光みらい has opened “明光義塾高等学院” in Takadanobaba. A 25-year-old, Japan’s youngest principal, has taken office, and Shoko Nakagawa has been appointed official ambassador. The school aims to build infrastructure for diverse learning.
Companies mentioned：株式会社明光みらい、さくら国際高等学校
三井俊男 has been appointed Japan representative of エンソート合同会社, which promotes digital transformation in the sciences. The appointment aims to strengthen AI-driven science innovation in Japan.
Companies mentioned：エンソート合同会社
“Daisen Makiba Milk no Sato,” operated by Daisen Dairy Agricultural Cooperative, will reopen after renovations on April 18. It aims to become a new landmark in the Daisen area, showcasing the appeal of dairy farming in Tottori Prefecture.
Polaris.AI, an AI company founded at 東京大学, will hold the “Polaris.AI Programming Contest 2026” on AtCoder, Japan’s largest competitive programming site.
Companies mentioned：AtCoder株式会社、東京大学
grasys has published a case study on its hands-on support for building a data platform that uses LLMs to turn large-scale text logs from security company Capy into meaningful information.
Companies mentioned：Capy、Google Cloud、AWS、Azure
Doi, representative of ohpner Inc., has been selected to serve as a guest lecturer for the 2026年度 of “Spready Innovators Club.”
Companies mentioned：Spready Innovators Club
The company behind the cosmetic medical treatment platform “口コミ広場” has launched a social media management service as a new business, drawing on its expertise in attracting customers through its media platform.
A new kind of tantan mixed noodles made with crispy-winged dumplings from 大阪王将 is now available as a meal kit supervised by a registered dietitian. It will be delivered directly to homes in a dedicated box using the company’s own delivery service.
Companies mentioned：大阪王将
株式会社Relic has launched its “technical due diligence support” service on a full scale for VC/CVC firms and investment divisions of operating companies. The service helps identify and properly assess technical risks in investment decisions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Relic、株式会社Relicホールディングス
UUUM has signed a strategic business partnership agreement with CREOK. The move aims to leverage both companies’ strengths to support creators and create new business value.
Companies mentioned：UUUM、CREOK
The “Hokuriku RDX Model,” a regional revitalization model originating in Hokuriku, has launched. A business innovation firm established in 2023 is rolling it out based on the results of J-NEXUS.
Companies mentioned：経済産業省
スパイラル株式会社 has published a report on the state of supplier quality management at manufacturers in the electrical control sector. It highlights the current state and challenges of digital transformation in manufacturing using low-code development.
Companies mentioned：スパイラル株式会社
インターホン工業会 is holding a prize quiz campaign to mark “Intercom Day” on April 28. “えらべるPay®” will be awarded by lottery to 53 people who respond to the quiz and survey.
Companies mentioned：インターホン工業会
A survey of 200 people conducted by ココザス株式会社 found that while interest in vacation homes is high at 81.5%, only 9% actually own one. The gap between ideals and reality has come into focus.
A software development company affiliated with ソフトバンクグループ has won the CYBOZU AWARD 2026 “Integration Division Award” for the 2nd consecutive year, in recognition of its strong track record in kintone development.
Companies mentioned：サイボウズ株式会社、ソフトバンクグループ
Bangkok-born pad thai specialist “BAAN PHADTHAI,” listed by Michelin for 6 consecutive years, is making its Japan debut and will open at Yokohama Hammerhead on April 20.
国際ビジネス連結機構 has announced a full-channel strategy to support Japanese companies’ overseas expansion. It will draw on knowledge and networks to help enhance international competitiveness.
Dentsu Digital won awards in 2 categories at the “Salesforce Japan Partner Award 2026.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社セールスフォース・ジャパン
The company behind the GRAPHT brand has announced that it will hold “GRAPHT CUP 2026,” an open tournament for “Street Fighter 6.” The event aims to create value for gaming culture through esports.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カプコン（推測）
The company behind “SmartESG,” a cloud service that supports ESG disclosures, has announced that it will provide the system to trading house Mitsui & Co. It will support the establishment of best practices in sustainability management.
Companies mentioned：三井物産株式会社
OriginalBLBG株式会社は、4月17日より全国3店舗の「ヴァルカナイズ・ロンドン」にてエリザベス2世女王の生誕100周年を祝う特別イベントを開催する。
株式会社BitStar has launched BitStar AI Marketing, a new service that uses AI to manage everything from website creation to Instagram management and MEO measures.
Companies mentioned：株式会社BitStar
Originalヴァル研究所の「駅すぱあとアプリ」が、リアルタイムの「走行位置情報」と「遅延時の再検索」機能を追加。実際の運行状況に応じたより正確な移動を支援する。
Companies mentioned：ヴァル研究所
Yokohama Vanilla, a gift sweets brand from Yokohama, is arriving in Shikoku for the first time and will open its first limited-time pop-up store at Iyotetsu Takashimaya in Ehime Prefecture. This marks its first step toward expanding into regional areas.
Companies mentioned：横浜バニラ株式会社、株式会社伊予鉄髙島屋
Odds Park will hold a drone show and a collaboration event with “Kaiji” at Obihiro Racecourse to promote public racing.
Companies mentioned：SBプレイヤーズ株式会社、オッズ・パーク株式会社
Original日本テレビとアルファコードの合弁会社NeoRealXが、滋賀県守山市にてXR（VR/MR）技術を活用した高度な情報発信の支援を開始しました。
Companies mentioned：NeoRealX、日本テレビ、アルファコード、滋賀県守山市
株式会社USTORY will hold U:meeets!!!, a career-experience event that creates connections between high school students and companies, in Sapporo on June 10, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社USTORY
Laplace closet, a clothing rental service that eases the burden of carrying luggage for travelers, has launched. AI puts together outfits, which are delivered directly to hotels at travelers’ destinations.
The “Men’s Beauty & Diagnosis Experience Event,” which recorded a satisfaction rating of 4.9 in Shibuya, will be held again on May 24. The event promotes free self-expression without gender preconceptions.
株式会社ピクポリ will hold “Outing Tour in Tochigi” with support from 宇都宮観光コンベンション協会. This fresh new event combines fandom activities using 3D printing with tourism.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ピクポリ、宇都宮観光コンベンション協会
劇団BDP, which operates “Ōkina Yume,” the only nationwide organization of children’s musical theater groups in Japan, has begun ticket sales for its original musical “KAGUYA -Daughters of the Moon-.”
Companies mentioned：劇団BDP、児童劇団「大きな夢」
The 9th Wellness Food Award 2026 will be held to promote the wellness industry and the spread of health foods. The award aims to improve consumers’ health literacy.
パナソニック デジタル will hold a free webinar explaining practical techniques to prevent missed results and noise in patent searches. The webinar will support companies’ intellectual property strategies and digital transformation.
Companies mentioned：パナソニック デジタル、パナソニックグループ
BOOSTTECH株式会社 has launched the AI Editing Assistant feature for its vertical short-video management tool SHORTBOOSTER, enabling users to edit and generate videos using natural language. The feature is expected to make video production more efficient.
Companies mentioned：BOOSTTECH株式会社
MiniMag Pro and Ostand AirCircle mobile batteries featuring next-generation semi-solid-state batteries have launched simultaneously from TORRAS, a brand operated by 楽創未来株式会社. The introduction of safer, more efficient new technology is expected to strengthen the brand’s position in the mobile accessories market.
Companies mentioned：楽創未来株式会社、TORRAS
calm, a brand for shorter men (around 160 cm tall), will hold a profile photo event for men in their 30s to 50s.
An interview with 慶應義塾大学 about efforts to promote flag football and advance education, competition and community activities.
Companies mentioned：慶應
ヤマハ音楽振興会’s music program for young children, “Oto♪Hagu,” is seeing accelerated adoption at kindergartens and preschools nationwide.
Companies mentioned：ヤマハ音楽振興会
株式会社KADODE has won an Excellence Award at the Career Ownership Management AWARD 2026. Its AI-centered talent development and independent career support were highly praised.
Original早慶戦への想いを語る早稲田大学のチームインタビュー記事です。フラッグフットボールからアメリカンフットボールへの転向や、小学校への教材寄贈などスポーツ普及の取り組みを紹介しています。
Companies mentioned：早稲田大学、慶應義塾大学
CREOK LAB has signed a strategic business partnership with UUUM. The companies will develop a next-generation live-commerce hub where brands and influencers collaborate.
Companies mentioned：CREOK LAB、UUUM
PagerDuty has released the 2026 State of AI-First Operations survey report. The report reveals the status and trends of AI use in areas such as incident management, offering key findings to help companies optimize digital operations.
Companies mentioned：PagerDuty、Cisco、DocuSign、Shopify、Zoom
Kao’s new hair-care brand melt is partnering with the X community of beauty influencer “Melancholy of a Marunouchi Office Lady” to hold “A Treat-Yourself Exhibition by Those Who Know How to Indulge.” The event promotes beauty through rest and aims to raise brand awareness among its target audience.
Companies mentioned：花王株式会社
Automotive parts maker DENSO announced it will exhibit at “Niconico Chokaigi 2026.” The company will showcase its advanced technologies and “ability to bring ideas to reality” to a broad audience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社デンソー
Original24年の実績を持つノベルティ販売会社が、2025年5〜7月の問い合わせデータに基づき春夏向けノベルティの人気ランキングTOP10を発表しました。
To mark Silica Day on April 14, a limited-time campaign has launched offering 10% off the inner-care drink “Drinkable” BEAUTIFUL SILICA 500ml. The campaign highlights beauty and health benefits through plant-based silica.
Iino Kaiun’s Iino Building has simultaneously earned the highest Platinum rating under WELL Certification v2 and WELL Core Certification v2, international benchmarks for sustainability. Von Erich supports certification efforts and ESG assessments.
Companies mentioned：飯野海運株式会社、株式会社ヴォンエルフ
日立 and MOLCURE are stepping up their collaboration to develop a “confidential AI platform” to accelerate AI drug discovery through open innovation.
Companies mentioned：日立、MOLCURE
ＳＭＢＣ日興証券株式会社 has agreed to sponsor a DeFi educational video series by KudasaiJP, one of Japan’s largest crypto communities. The move marks a significant expansion of support by traditional financial institutions for education in Web3 and crypto assets.
Companies mentioned：ＳＭＢＣ日興証券株式会社、KudasaiJP
Women-only machine Pilates studio Repilates will hold the grand opening of Aeon Toyohashi Minami in July, its 20th location nationwide. The studio offers body shaping through posture improvement to meet local health and beauty needs.
認定NPO法人藤沢市民活動推進機構 will hold “Yokatsu Fujisawa vol.4,” a gathering with student volunteers, on May 23.
Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人藤沢市民活動推進機構
Fairmont Tokyo, scheduled to open in July 2025, will begin serving 2 types of afternoon tea for early summer on April 27.
Companies mentioned：BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA
Originalビックカメラのオリジナルブランド「ビックアイデア」が、夏の暑さ対策としてデザイン性にも優れたハンディファン「SEA SIDE WINDS」シリーズを発売しました。
Companies mentioned：ビックカメラ
JACCS earned the top “three-star” rating in the HDI Rating Benchmark survey for the 6th consecutive year in the telephone category and the 3rd consecutive year in the email and chat categories. The recognition reflects the quality of the company’s customer support.
Companies mentioned：HDI-Japan、MUFGグループ
Trip.com Group announced that searches for “coolcations”—vacations spent in cooler destinations—rose by as much as approximately 237%, amid growing concern about climate change.
Companies mentioned：Trip.com Group
A confectionery maker in Satosho, Okayama Prefecture, announced an initiative to encourage visitors to stop by its direct-sales shop and other locations in conjunction with the opening of part of Prefectural Route 431.
Mantra, which specializes in AI translation for manga, has jointly developed a lettering-instruction engine for manga with Square Enix.
Companies mentioned：Mantra株式会社、株式会社スクウェア・エニックス
Outdoor appliance brand BougeRV (ISSYZONE JAPAN株式会社) has launched the new F02 Rechargeable Fan, featuring powerful airflow and long-lasting performance.
Companies mentioned：ISSYZONE、ISSYZONE JAPAN株式会社、BougeRV
Information about a company developing a human resources management system for small and midsize businesses. (Note: The title and body do not match.)
Companies mentioned：SII（環境共創イニシアチブ）
WS Audiology, one of the world’s leading hearing care groups, has announced a new model of the world’s first “continuously growing” cloud hearing aid.
Companies mentioned：WS Audiology (WSA)
Hilton Yokohama, located next to Yokohama Station and Kアリーナ横浜, will begin serving “A Harmony of Melon and Early Summer Fruits,” an afternoon tea for the season of fresh greenery.
Companies mentioned：Kアリーナ横浜
Accelia has launched Solution GateCore, a new managed security service built on Cloudflare.
Companies mentioned：Cloudflare
Fruit tart specialty shop Qu’il fait bon will launch a limited-edition tart inspired by a red carnation for Mother’s Day 2026.
An internet-focused media company has announced “@IT NETWORK Live 2026 Spring.” It is one of Japan’s largest events in IT and related fields.
ヘリテージ・オークションズ, the largest auction house in the United States, will exhibit at the 37th Tokyo International Coin Convention (TICC). The event is an important opportunity for the company, which handles collectibles across a range of fields including rare coins, to showcase its activities in the Japanese market.
Companies mentioned：ヘリテージ・オークションズ
Tomohiro Okawa has been appointed investment strategy adviser to ブルーモ証券, which operates Bloomo, a long-term asset-building app.
Companies mentioned：ブルーモ証券
ヒノキヤグループ has rolled out the AI transcription service Notta companywide. The move will have AI handle recordkeeping for home sales staff, creating an environment where they can focus on conversations with customers.
Companies mentioned：ヒノキヤグループ、Notta株式会社
Original未来日本酒店＆SAKE BARと『ククテシゴト展』がコラボし、GW限定で7人の作家の酒器で日本酒を楽しむイベントを渋谷で開催。
Companies mentioned：未来日本酒店、株式会社羅針盤
Original低糖質スイーツの「青山デカーボ」から、港町の物語をテーマにしたデザイン缶入りスイーツ『横浜限定缶』第二弾が発売されます。
Companies mentioned：青山デカーボ
OriginalMakeLeapsがＳＣＳＫの「CELF Apps 階層見積」との連携機能の提供を開始しました。建設業界における見積作成から帳票送付までの業務を大幅に効率化します。
Companies mentioned：MakeLeaps、ＳＣＳＫ、リコーグループ
Back Market Japan, a refurbished electronics marketplace, has released an environmental awareness survey and a documentary depicting conditions at an electronic waste dump in Kenya ahead of Earth Day on April 22.
Mercart, a Japanese SaaS-based e-commerce platform for midsize and large businesses, has launched a highly customizable “Refer a Friend” feature to support e-commerce growth strategies in an era of soaring CPA.
One of Japan’s largest law firms, ベリーベスト法律事務所, has adopted the legal research platform “Legalscape,” reducing research workload by 50%.
Companies mentioned：ベリーベスト法律事務所、株式会社Legalscape
野口水産’s use of TikTok Shop, supported by 2nd Buzz, has been featured in 水産経済新聞. Sales reached ¥1.78 million in the first month after launch and topped ¥5 million the following month.
Companies mentioned：野口水産、水産経済新聞
A company operating a consulting business and the FAVORRIC e-commerce platform has released a new wool blanket designed to bring art into everyday life.
“Umi to Mori to Yado mina-to,” a private villa available for exclusive rental, will open in Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture, on April 20. The property is operated by a company involved in real estate development and M&A centered on AI technology.
ニュー・クイック, which operates specialty meat and fresh-food stores nationwide, will hold the grand opening of its “ニュー・クイック Inage Perie Store” on April 22, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ニュー・クイック、富士ガーデン
アクアイグニス, which operates integrated hot spring resorts, is opening its first location in Karuizawa, with a hotel and other facilities designed by ザ・コンランショップ in a new commercial complex directly connected to the station.
Companies mentioned：アクアイグニス、ザ・コンランショップ
Zoho Japan’s privileged access management tool “Password Manager Pro” has ranked No. 1 in shipments in the Japanese market for 3 consecutive years. It continues to meet corporate demand for stronger security.
Companies mentioned：Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd.
KontrolFreek, part of gaming brand SteelSeries, has announced “No-Slip Thumb Grips™ for Switch 2 – Galaxy Edition,” a thumb grip believed to be designed for the next-generation console Switch 2.
Companies mentioned：SteelSeries、KontrolFreek、任天堂 (推測)
UPDATA and メディックス are jointly holding a “Customer Success Networking Event.” Attendees can expect insights from メディックス, which has 40 years of history and a track record of supporting more than 1500 companies.
Companies mentioned：UPDATA、メディックス
Originalフラクタルワークアウト株式会社が、企業の健診結果を活用し高BMI層向けに運動介入を行う「BMI改善プログラム」の提供を開始しました。3ヶ月でBMI改善を支援し、健康経営の推進に貢献します。
Companies mentioned：フラクタルワークアウト株式会社
The latest 2026 survey results on household rules for middle and high school students have been released. Data was provided by a cram-school search website.
文化通信社’s reading community “Hon no Mori” has revamped its plans. It provides a free coupon for a private library and a recommended book each month.
Companies mentioned：文化通信社、オシロ株式会社
Originalパッケージソリューションを展開するOSPグループが、環境配慮型製品として「シール台紙(超重剥離紙)」の販売を開始した。
Companies mentioned：OSPグループ
A company operating lodging and dining facilities including 名古屋観光ホテル has begun selling rare liquors selected by its hotels, including the “Hibiki 100th Anniversary Bottle.”
Companies mentioned：名古屋観光ホテル
Original株式会社ADJは、株式会社m.と連携し、AIを活用した口コミ自動運用システム「口コミマスター」の提供を開始した。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ADJ、株式会社m.
NMT Group has announced that it will hold “PMU EXPO 2026,” Japan’s first expo dedicated to permanent makeup. Visitor registration and sponsor applications have opened.
Companies mentioned：NMT Group
Originalベルトラが2026年GWの旅行動向を発表。円安などの影響で「大自然」「解放感」を求める傾向が強まり、海外はオセアニア、国内は屋久島や富山が人気を集めています。
Companies mentioned：ベルトラ
A release event for hotel critic 瀧澤信秋’s business hotel guidebook and a 12.5th anniversary party will be held, with Super Hotel representative 山本 appearing.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スーパーホテル
Liberaware Inc. was selected as a partner company for a co-creation program by eiicon and 関西電力.
Companies mentioned：eiicon、関西電力
World Fit will launch “3eeepy,” an additive-free GABA supplement focused on daytime tension, on April 23.
インタセクト’s China subsidiary has launched “Clinic Way,” an integrated management system for clinics, in Chengdu, China. It features AI medical care support and has already been adopted by more than 6,000 medical institutions.
Companies mentioned：インタセクト
カフェ・ド・クリエ is offering “mint activities” to enjoy chocolate mint products and will launch “Sorbetge® Refreshing Chocolate Mint,” with a stronger mint flavor, on April 28.
Companies mentioned：C-Unitedグループ、カフェ・ド・クリエ、珈琲館、カフェ・ベローチェ
AI Inc. announced that it will launch the speech synthesis software “A.I.VOICE®2 参者燦様” on May 15, 2026.
Denso Kotsu has obtained certification to the international information security management system standard “ISO/IEC 27001:2022.” This certifies that the security framework for the company’s dispatch management system and other services meets international standards.
ReGACY Innovation Group, a comprehensive innovation company, has jointly won a contract with ATOMica for 仙台市’s “Startup Studio Promotion Services.” The initiative will accelerate support for local entrepreneurs and ecosystem development.
Companies mentioned：ReGACY Innovation Group株式会社、株式会社ATOMica、仙台市