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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 278 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 81 items from 1 source.
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Event details have been announced for the SUPER FORMULA Rd.3 Kyushu Round, taking place at Autopolis on April 25 and 26. The lineup includes Kids Zone and circuit cuisine.
銀一株式会社 will exhibit at “CYCLE MODE TOKYO 2026,” Japan’s largest sports cycling festival. The company aims to enrich culture through creative work in photography, video, 3DCG and other fields.
Companies mentioned：銀一株式会社、ピークデザイン
The entertainment startup-produced MBS Drama Special “That Night, I Became Pregnant with the President’s Child” begins airing on April 16. The series is part of a cross-media rollout of an original manga planned and produced at the company’s own studio.
Companies mentioned：MBS
Hagoromo Co., Ltd. is holding a 2-day talk event themed around “Tips for Educating Children.” Top runners will take the stage and offer content not taught in schools.
NRI Secure has launched a practical training service based on security incidents that actually occurred within organizations. It aims to prevent recurrence.
Companies mentioned：野村総合研究所（NRI）
Akidai University Exam Prep School, operated by スタディチェーン株式会社, is running a limited-time campaign offering 50% off first-month tuition through April 30, 2026. The campaign supports students as they begin studying for entrance exams.
Companies mentioned：スタディチェーン株式会社、Study Chain
Liquor Mountain has adopted Asobica’s platform “coorum” and launched the online community “リカマンTOWN.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社リカーマウンテン、株式会社Asobica
A wholly owned subsidiary of マツキヨココカラ&カンパニー, which operates “LIPS,” is running a collaboration campaign with “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” at マツキヨココカラ.
Companies mentioned：マツキヨココカラ&カンパニー、株式会社AppBrew（推測）
Utsunomiya University Exam Prep School, operated by スタディチェーン株式会社, has unveiled the new slogan “The key to passing in the shortest time is knowing what not to do” and aims to help 90 students pass.
Companies mentioned：スタディチェーン株式会社（Study Chain）
The new brand “APNL” has launched fertilizer and plant tonic specially formulated to enhance the translucent appearance of Haworthia succulents.
Companies mentioned：ビーズ株式会社（推測）
A company that supports corporate sales and marketing has announced the rankings by number of document requests on the SaaS comparison site “BOXIL” for March 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビズヒント
YouTube creator “おうち麺TV.” will hold a special collaboration event at “Niksen” on April 26.
Companies mentioned：Niksen
Gugenka has begun selling the “Hatsune Miku” digital figure “HoloModels” link set at BOOKOFF U.S.A. The move will expand its sales channels in the United States.
Companies mentioned：BOOKOFF U.S.A.、Gugenka
Little League Co., Ltd., spun off from Sazaby League, will hold a “HOORSENBUHS” pop-up event at ロンハーマン stores.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サザビーリーグ、ロンハーマン
Ururu Inc. has published “Bid Loss White Paper 2026.” It reveals a serious mismatch in the 28 trillion yen bidding market, where more than 60% of large companies have given up participating due to insufficient preparation time.
マーケティングアソシエーション株式会社 will hold an “Email Response and Writing Course” on April 30, 2026. The practical course draws on know-how from call center operations.
Companies mentioned：マーケティングアソシエーション株式会社
Tatebayashi City, Gunma Prefecture, 群馬銀行 and バイウィル have signed a partnership agreement to achieve carbon neutrality. The aim is to promote the creation and use of environmental value.
Companies mentioned：群馬銀行、バイウィル
A new comic, “忍びの犬,” Volume 1, will go on sale April 16 from a publisher presumed to be Takeshobo. The company is a long-established publisher that produces specialist magazines such as “近代麻雀.”
The podcast “Ask TERU About Venice!”, in which GLAY’s TERU discusses the charms of Venice, Italy, is set to stream on BAYFM.
Companies mentioned：BAYFM
Net Protections, Inc. has won the “New Wave Award” at “CYBOZU AWARD 2026.” The award recognized its longstanding track record in BNPL (buy now, pay later) payment services and its strong efforts to improve operational efficiency.
Companies mentioned：サイボウズ株式会社
Canly has published a free report for the eyewear industry showing the relationship between customer service approaches and attracting customers to stores.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カンリー
A collaboration event between “Wizardry Variants Daphne,” a game offered by Drecom Co., Ltd., and 熱海城 has been announced, with exclusive merchandise featuring ユズナミキ set to go on sale.
Companies mentioned：熱海城
An exhibition crossing crafts and contemporary expression will open at “YUGEN Gallery,” operated by 株式会社ジーン, which provides digital marketing support, on May 16, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジーン
Asmark Inc. is holding a joint seminar on organizational design. Experts who succeeded in launching new businesses at Recruit and Rakuten will speak.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リクルート、楽天グループ株式会社
Originalエルソニックが運営するサンキューマートにて、5月中旬より『セサミストリート』の限定オリジナルデザイン雑貨が全品390円（税込429円）で発売される。
Companies mentioned：エルソニック株式会社、サンキューマート、セサミストリート
株式会社A3 is holding a collaboration event between the TV anime “Ranma 1/2” and Yokohama Chinatown through April 19. New merchandise and a campaign are also being offered.
Companies mentioned：株式会社A3
“ジブリがいっぱい どんぐり共和国” will launch 7 new products themed around the film From Up on Poppy Hill at stores nationwide starting April 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：スタジオジブリ、ジブリがいっぱい どんぐり共和国
ヴィレッジヴァンガード is holding the first-ever limited-time shop for the popular anime The Amazing Digital Circus.
Companies mentioned：ヴィレッジヴァンガード
『レジンでつくる ときめき文具』, a book published by an education and publishing company that operates businesses including Gakken, is making waves on social media, and a third printing has been decided before its release.
The eighth additional downloadable content (DLC) pack for the digital trading card game Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days 2 was released simultaneously.
Former news reporter and YouTuber 大福まめこ has unveiled her mental liberation method, “じぶん解放術.” It is highly likely to be published by 株式会社KADOKAWA or distributed as related content.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
OriginalKADOKAWAが『ツクールシリーズ マジカルショット・ザ・アタックバンプ☆』を4/16にNintendo SwitchとSteamで発売する。
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWAグループ、任天堂、Valve
中国電力株式会社 and 戸田建設株式会社 have been announced as new investors in the Masuda-Hikimi wind power project. Further progress in renewable energy projects is expected.
Companies mentioned：中国電力株式会社、戸田建設株式会社、日本郵船株式会社（推測）
ころやわ, an impact-absorbing floor and mat that reduces the risk of fractures in falls, has surpassed 1,600 cumulative installations. It was newly installed at 600 facilities in about 8 months, and adoption at hospitals and care facilities is expanding rapidly.
Reskill, a human resources development company, has launched “Customer Service CS Improvement Training: Half-Day Course,” which aims to improve customer satisfaction and enhance corporate value. It is expected to boost customer service skills efficiently in a short time.
OriginalWHISMR合同会社は、バイノーラルマイク「WHISMR W-BM1」のヨドバシカメラ2店舗での実店舗販売を開始し、主要音響イベントへの出展を発表しました。これにより、同社の立体音響製品がより多くの消費者の手に届くようになります。
Companies mentioned：WHISMR合同会社、ヨドバシカメラ
Haruulala organic has launched a UV-protective ３-layer gauze blanket for babies made with the multifunctional material COVEROSS®. It protects babies who cannot use sunscreen from ultraviolet rays.
Companies mentioned：Haruulala organic
Starting April 18, an event in Yokosuka’s Dobuita Street shopping district will see 海上自衛隊第2潜水隊群 and 18 local stores collaborate to serve submarine-inspired “Sub Dog” cuisine. The event aims to create a new tourism attraction based on submarine culture.
Companies mentioned：海上自衛隊第2潜水隊群
『ニンジャム！』, a 3D ninja battle game developed by G-Blossom and playable by up to 4 people, launched today for Nintendo Switch.
Companies mentioned：G-Blossom、任天堂（Nintendo）
Aceクリーンサービス, which specializes in cleaning and maintenance for restaurants, has announced its strengths and business details. It offers flexible services ranging from closing-time cleanup to pest control.
MY WAY SMART will begin selling a dedicated clear case compatible with the Galaxy A57 5G smartphone, which goes on sale April 23, 2026.
Companies mentioned：Samsung
サードスコープ has expanded the number of free beta monitor slots for Kanata, a service that uses AI to support workflow creation. It is an IT solution drawing on DX expertise across a range of industries.
Companies mentioned：サードスコープ
A new glass screen protector compatible with the Galaxy A57 5G smartphone, scheduled to go on sale April 23, 2026, will be released under the ＜FIRME＞ brand from MY WAY SMART.
Companies mentioned：MY WAY SMART、Samsung（Galaxyとして言及）
個別指導塾WAYS, which specializes in tutoring students at combined junior and senior high schools, will hold a free seminar in Ikebukuro on strategies for balancing regular exams and Eiken to address the trend of university admissions decisions being made “within the year.”
Companies mentioned：個別指導塾WAYS
The theme cafe celebrating RED STONE’s 21st anniversary has wrapped up successfully. The event demonstrated the enduring popularity of the long-running title from developer L&K Co., Ltd.
Companies mentioned：Steam（プラットフォーム）
Dreame will launch the high-end robot vacuum Aqua10 Ultra Roller on April 16. The innovative product features the ability to clear 8cm obstacles and powerful suction.
Companies mentioned：Dreame
A staffing agency serving the funeral and gravestone industry, based in Shinjuku, has launched a new chat feature connecting 320 registered staff members.
Commercial facility “ミッテン府中” has adopted “Shop Counter Enterprise,” a leasing DX system that promotes the digitalization of commercial real estate.
Companies mentioned：ミッテン府中
The “Touch-Style LED Room Lamp,” designed exclusively for the 30 Series Prius, has gone on sale. It allows adjustment between 3 colors and 5 brightness levels with a fingertip, improving the cabin environment without the hassle of removing the cover.
Hexagon is holding its first user-participation contest focused on quality in mold machining. The initiative supports the advancement of technical capabilities in the manufacturing industry.
Companies mentioned：Hexagon
The school backpack upcycling specialist brand カナーズ・ジャパン offers a service that transforms used school backpacks into leather goods such as wallets and bags. Its guiding principle is “Making memories usable.”
Companies mentioned：カナーズ・ジャパン
チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ has released the 2025 edition of its “Manufacturing Cybersecurity Report.” The report is attracting attention as the company’s latest research; it provides solutions to organizations around the world.
Hilton Nagasaki, operated by 松藤グループ, has begun selling a limited accommodation plan that lets guests watch a home match of professional soccer club V・ファーレン長崎 from a special stadium suite, the Platinum Box.
Companies mentioned：松藤グループ、V・ファーレン長崎
A PR announcement about GOOD TRIP EXPRESS, a travel web brand operated by a company in 鴻池グループ, founded in 1955. Centered on dynamic packages combining air tickets and hotels, the brand offers great-value air trips by shifting travel times.
Companies mentioned：鴻池グループ
“釣りスタ ワールドツアー,” a fishing action game developed by ライトフライヤースタジオ with global sales exceeding 20万 copies, is now available on Steam.
Companies mentioned：株式会社WFS、Steam (Valve)
鳥しきICHIMON has decided to participate in “CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026,” a Japanese food culture festival held at Roppongi Hills. It will use LDH’s platform to share Japanese food culture with the world.
Companies mentioned：LDH、GMO
稲とアガベ, based in Oga, Akita Prefecture, has announced a collaborative craft sake made with NTTアグリテクノロジー’s summer-autumn strawberry “秋田夏響.” Lottery sales will begin on April 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：稲とアガベ、NTTアグリテクノロジー
丸福繊維 will bring back its first UV-cut parka from the “ヤケーヌ” face-cover series, which has sold a total of 300万 units, at its official online store on April 30.
Companies mentioned：株式会社丸福繊維
オーティファイ has announced a major revamp of “Autify Genesis,” a platform for standardizing QA operations. It is strengthening comprehensive development and testing support using AI.
保険見直し本舗グループ will open a new “保険見直し本舗 アピタ四日市店” in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, on April 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：保険見直し本舗グループ
トレードワルツ will launch an AI-powered trade document matching feature in April on its trade information-sharing platform, “TradeWaltz.” The feature will promote greater efficiency and digitalization in trade operations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トレードワルツ
A company providing the webinar marketing SaaS “Bizibl” will hold a webinar on using books for lead generation and nurturing in BtoB marketing. It will propose an approach that redefines books as “authority assets.”
A survey of 1000 people was conducted, and a new ranking site, “Rank+,” was launched. The new service is from a company operating 3 businesses: “SaaS,” “Media” and “EC.”
“ファンくる,” a customer experience management SaaS, has announced the results of a consumer survey on protein.
“FreeiD,” a facial recognition ID platform provided by DXYZ of the ミガログループ, has been introduced at 新出光’s apartment building “ラフィーネ博多南,” and an interview about the case has been published.
Companies mentioned：ミガロホールディングスグループ、DXYZ株式会社、株式会社新出光
Orico won an Excellence Award for 3 consecutive years at the “Career Ownership Management AWARD ２０２６.” The company operates a strong customer base and a wide range of payment services.
“チャグチャグいわてPRプロジェクト2026,” an industry-academia collaboration, has launched to eliminate disparities in information sharing in Iwate Prefecture. PR TIMES aims to build information infrastructure and develop talent.
Companies mentioned：PR TIMES
ホテルニューグランド announces that its directly operated shop, “S.Weil by HOTEL NEW GRAND,” will sell “HAPPY BAG” to mark its 2nd anniversary.
Companies mentioned：ホテルニューグランド、JR東日本ホテルズ
An online preview session for “2026 SERIES ON BOARD TOKYO” will be held. It is organized by an organization aiming to develop the content industry.
Sapporo’s エルムガーデン will mark its 80th anniversary with a lunch kaiseki accompanied by live koto music in its 1,000-tsubo Japanese garden during cherry blossom season, for 6 days only.
Companies mentioned：エルムガーデン
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User registrations for the “PEP Certification,” run by the Japan Prompt Engineering Association, have surpassed 1,000. Against a backdrop of growing demand for AI skills, the association’s efforts to boost productivity with LLMs are gaining support.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本プロンプトエンジニアリング協会
A company developing bedding and innerwear focused on ease of breathing has secured a total of 7 patents for a new-structure pillow based on respiratory physiology. Its “Middle Breathing” technology improves sleep quality and breathing quality.
ZAICO, which provides the cloud inventory management system “zaico,” will exhibit at Osaka’s “Smart Factory EXPO.” The company will demonstrate “inventory management without counting” using AI inventory analysis powered by IoT and image recognition.
Companies mentioned：ZAICO
An import and sales company that operates luxury brands in Asia will launch a new fragrance, “Le Parfum Lumière,” from the renowned dress brand エリー サーブ.
Companies mentioned：エリー サーブ
スイッチサイエンス announced that it will begin carrying Booster Robotics’ humanoid robot “Booster K1 Pro” on April 16, 2026.
Companies mentioned：Booster Robotics、スイッチサイエンス、株式会社144Lab
Tenant Shop Co., Ltd. will hold a seminar sharing business strategies for “commercial real estate,” a new profit pillar for real estate brokerage.
Breast cancer rates among young women in Taiwan have risen over the past 10 years, and the private group “Taiwan Breast Cancer Alliance” is urging women under 40 to undergo regular screening.
Companies mentioned：中華民國乳癌病友協會
In the Taiwan child abuse death case known as the Kai Kai case, a social worker with the Child Welfare League was sentenced to 2 years in prison in a first-instance ruling on a charge of negligent homicide. The ruling’s recognition of social workers as having a “guarantor position” has raised industry concerns about an outflow of personnel.
Companies mentioned：兒童福利聯盟、中華民國社會工作師公會全國聯合會、台灣社會工作專業人員協會
In response to China’s announcement of 10 measures, including fully normalizing direct flights across the Taiwan Strait, Taiwan’s 行政院 said current demand was “not as high as expected” and that it would assess the matter after receiving official documents.
Companies mentioned：行政院、交通部、陸委會、國民黨
Kuomintang member Hsiao Ching-yen, who had been suspended from party membership for 1 year over inappropriate remarks, won a public-opinion poll in the New Taipei City council primary. Party headquarters is reviewing his appeal, and his nomination will be revoked if the penalty is upheld.
Companies mentioned：國民黨、國民黨新北市黨部、國民黨考紀會
Kuomintang Chair Zheng Liwen visited Xiaomi’s car factory in China. After seeing the state of full automation firsthand, she warned that Taiwanese workers urgently need a comprehensive transition to prepare for the AI era.
Companies mentioned：小米（Xiaomi）
Taiwan’s 行政院 and 外交部 lodged strong protests after Brazil’s representative in Taiwan said that “Taiwan is part of China.” Possible countermeasures, including steps involving trade and economic ties, are under careful review.
Companies mentioned：行政院、外交部、巴西駐台辦事處
Original国民党の李乾龍副主席の車に追跡器が仕掛けられたとの疑惑に対し、民進党はこれを造言と批判し警察への通報を求めた。
Companies mentioned：国民党、民進党、民衆党
The U.S. Pentagon is holding preliminary talks with automakers including General Motors (GM) and Ford (Ford), seeking to revive an “arsenal of democracy” like the one from World War II. The move aims to address depleted ammunition and equipment stockpiles from the wars in Ukraine and Iran, and to rapidly increase production of military supplies by using automakers’ capacity and factories. Companies including GE Aerospace and Oshkosh are also taking part in the talks, signaling the Defense Department’s commitment to expanding the defense industrial base to ensure military superiority.
As geopolitical tensions drive up international energy prices, China’s National Bureau of Statistics said the impact on the country has been limited.
The East Wing of the Zuoying Confucius Temple in Kaohsiung has been renovated and reopened as an exhibition space and multipurpose venue called the Xuesi Lecture Hall.
Companies mentioned：高雄市文化局、高雄市立歴史博物館
U.S. President Trump announced that leaders of Israel and Lebanon will hold talks on the 16th, marking their first dialogue in about 34 years.
Companies mentioned：ヒズボラ
A serious crash occurred in Yuanlin, Changhua, where a man surnamed Chen allegedly drove under the influence of drugs and struck motorcyclists stopped at a red light, leaving 1 dead and 2 injured. The driver fled and abandoned his vehicle, but was later arrested and indicted on charges including homicide. The case will be heard by a citizen judge panel.
The number of rainy days in Keelung has trended downward over the past 80 years, but total rainfall has remained unchanged, indicating that rainfall has become more concentrated and intense.
Companies mentioned：基隆気象站
China announced 10 measures for exchanges, including resuming direct flights across the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party supports healthy exchanges while criticizing the opposition’s contradictory response.
Taiwan’s 行政院 said it would review pay increases for military personnel and police based on 3 principles: a sound system and legal framework, and fairness.
Companies mentioned：行政院、立法院、国防部
Original5月に正式開通を控えた台湾の「淡江大橋」で、4月18日と19日にマラソンと自転車イベントが開催される。交通渋滞が予想されるため、公共交通機関の利用が呼びかけられている。
Companies mentioned：交通部公路局、Zaha Hadid Architects、雲門舞集
A U.S. jury found entertainment giant Live Nation and its ticketing division Ticketmaster liable for antitrust violations. High ticket prices have drawn scrutiny, and a possible breakup of the businesses could follow.
Companies mentioned：Live Nation、Ticketmaster
An ultralight aircraft crashed in a field in Huwei Township, Yunlin County, Taiwan, injuring its 52-year-old pilot. The Civil Aeronautics Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating at the scene.
Companies mentioned：交通部民用航空局、國家運輸安全調查委員會 (運安會)
Police in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, arrested the 37-year-old stepfather of an 11-year-old boy, Yuki Adachi, on suspicion of abandoning a body in connection with the boy’s death. Adachi has admitted to police that he killed the boy and disposed of the body alone, moving it between different locations. The boy went missing on March 23, and his body was found on April 13 in woodland about 2 km from his school. Police are investigating the motive and cause of death.
Scholar Shen Dong has published “Pingge,” a biographical account of the remarkable life of the late musician Zhou Lanping. Zhou composed numerous well-known songs, including “Green Island Serenade,” and wrote the score for the film “The Butterfly Lovers.” The book explores the diasporic qualities in Zhou’s work, its reflection of changing times, and how he blended Chinese sensibilities with Taiwanese imagination to give voice to a generation of overseas Chinese. It also surveys the Chinese-language music and film scenes of the era.
Food poisoning cases have occurred one after another across Taiwan, sending hundreds of people to seek medical care. The Taipei City Public Health Professionals Association said such incidents result from the interaction of multiple risk factors, including labor shortages and climate change. It recommended introducing a 3rd-party professional audit system and shifting to risk-based management focused on prevention, strengthening proactive monitoring and early-warning capabilities, and including operators’ production capacity, staffing, and time management for key processes in risk assessments to reduce the likelihood of major food-safety incidents.
The Middle East war has entered its 47th day. The United States is considering a 2nd round of peace talks with Iran, while an Iranian military adviser has warned of retaliation against a U.S. ground invasion. Meanwhile, Israel has set the dismantling of Hezbollah as its goal.
Companies mentioned：米国政府、イラン政府、イスラエル政府、世界銀行
台湾民主基金会 said it is handling the Kuomintang’s application for 4.8 million yuan in expenses for a visit to China in accordance with party subsidy principles.
Companies mentioned：台湾民主基金会、中国国民党