Mie Prefecture Lifelong Sports Association seeks internship participants aspiring to coach soccer, baseball and other sports
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Mie Prefecture Lifelong Sports Association has begun recruiting participants for an internship for people aspiring to coach sports such as soccer and baseball. Through hands-on coaching experience, the program aims to develop the next generation of sports instructors.
Sapporo Coming-of-Age Photo Session Fair held every weekend in April and May 2026 — More than 200 new outfits available, with personalized plans suggested on the spot as you try them on
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A company that operates photo studios including 写真工房ぱれっと will hold the “Sapporo Coming-of-Age Photo Session Fair” every weekend in April and May 2026. More than 200 new outfits will be available, and personalized photography plans will be suggested.
YOKO KANNO × TOKYO MX launches “Earth Sightings?” project, a global live performance initiative by composer and music producer Yoko Kanno!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Composer and music producer Yoko Kanno has teamed up with TOKYO MX to launch “Earth Sightings?,” a global live performance project aiming to share music in new ways.
[Kansai Logistics Expo] ¥20 million catalyst tower draws attention! Circulating resources from scrap parts without disrupting logistics
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A ¥20 million catalyst tower is drawing attention at the Kansai Logistics Expo. The initiative aims to recycle resources from scrap parts in the logistics sector and reduce environmental impact.
[Hands JAPAN] Technology developed by a doctor for teeth clenching and jaw discomfort. The wearable wellness device “Billy’s care” updates jaw muscle care in the dental and bodywork industries.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Hands JAPAN has unveiled “Billy’s care,” a wearable wellness device developed by a doctor. It helps address teeth clenching and jaw discomfort and brings innovation to the dental and bodywork industries.
Celebrating 25 years of “Kamen Rider Agito”! Main cast members including Toshiki Kashu and Jun Kaname reunite for “Shin Agito Exhibition Eve Special!” Live broadcast and livestream set for April 23, 2026, from 19:00 to 20:00!
Japan-born luxury fashion e-commerce company HIDE TOKYO signs business partnership with VIP CASINO CLUB, an official partner of South Korea’s largest IR resort, INSPIRE Entertainment Resort
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Japan-born luxury fashion e-commerce company HIDE TOKYO has entered into a business partnership with VIP CASINO CLUB, an official partner of South Korea’s INSPIRE Entertainment Resort.
Companies mentioned:MUFASA Technology、INSPIRE Entertainment Resort、VIP CASINO CLUB
For communities in the Reiwa era, it’s about choosing, not belonging. What’s behind the appeal of IRO+ (Irotasu), a members-only gourmet community built around food, to people in their 20s and 30s
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
IRO+ (Irotasu), a members-only gourmet community operated by AMOVE Co., is winning support from people in their 20s and 30s as a community people choose rather than simply belong to. The company also runs an SNS marketing business.
Wise Infinity Co. will hold the “Audiovisual Translation Forum” in Tokyo on May 23 (Sat.), featuring speakers including Natsuko Toda. The company, which handles more than 3,600 audiovisual translations annually, aims to train translators and advance the industry.
Notice of new basic partnership agreement with 株式会社日本総合音楽研究 for the 2026-27 season
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Lafesta Entertainment Association has signed a basic partnership agreement with 株式会社日本総合音楽研究 for the 2026-27 season. The partnership aims to develop talent and foster regional growth through basketball.
i-dle to release “HIDE AND SEEK,” the opening theme for popular anime “Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!?,” on April 22
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
i-dle will release “HIDE AND SEEK,” the opening theme for the popular anime “Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!?,” on April 22. The release is part of the development of music content as an IP business.
TOKIUM CEO Kenichi Kurosaki to appear as the 3rd guest on business podcast “New Reiwa-Era Sales Theory for Staying Well”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TOKIUM CEO Kenichi Kurosaki will appear as the 3rd guest on the business podcast “New Reiwa-Era Sales Theory for Staying Well.” He will discuss the company’s business providing AI agents for accounting and its outlook for the future.
“Tokyo Virtual” announces first project: new VTuber group “GΔ59 (Jigoku)”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Brave group, which operates VTuber, IP Platform and IP Solution businesses, has announced the new VTuber group “GΔ59 (Jigoku).” It is the first project under “Tokyo Virtual.”
KEECOON adds a “ceramic inner pot” model to its 3-cup rice cooker with low-temperature cooking function, offering gentle cooking and excellent heat conduction!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Takeoff Co., Ltd. announced a new model of the KEECOON 3-cup rice cooker, equipped with a ceramic inner pot that is gentle on the body and offers excellent heat conductivity. It supports comfortable living with high-quality home appliances.
[Online event on Thursday, April 23] 11:00– “The Era of Zero-Click Searches Driven by Generative AI” | Free seminar
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A professional staffing services company will hold a free online seminar on April 23 on the theme of “The Era of Zero-Click Searches Driven by Generative AI.”
ルフラン has launched a crowdfunding campaign to open a new Type B employment support center in Yurihonjo, Akita Prefecture, in November 2025, combining musical expression with handyman services.
BTS biographical picture book arrives in a “2-day limited edition”! Special obi available only on April 17 and 18; limited quantities available
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
二見書房 will sell a limited number of BTS biographical picture books in a special edition with a special obi for 2 days only, April 17 and 18. The offering is a limited promotion for fans.
The first half of the 6.5th-anniversary update for “Ash Arms -Ashes of the Front-” is underway! New chapter added to the major story content “Historie”! Type I tank makes its official debut as a new character!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The game “Ash Arms -Ashes of the Front-” has launched its 6.5th-anniversary update, adding a new chapter and new characters.
Demand for hydrangeas is growing for Mother’s Day gifts; offering 4-inch-pot hydrangeas shipped directly from the growing region for the first time [おいもや]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Shizuoka-based sweet potato sweets shop おいもや has begun selling 4-inch-pot hydrangeas shipped directly from the growing region for the first time, as Mother’s Day gifts.
Toward “catering of the future,” reexamining assumptions about food
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
コニックグループ outlined its policy for developing and implementing strategies to support the トヨタグループ’s mobility transformation and announced its “Future Catering” concept.
A future farming experience using data at the source of Lake Biwa
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Based on its mid-term strategy, コニックグループ supports the トヨタグループ’s mobility transformation while also overseeing group earnings and financial management and investment functions. (※The title, “A farming experience at the source of Lake Biwa,” does not match the article content.)
A shockingly low starting price of ¥150,000, launching April 18! Notice of an upgraded standard battery for the pedal-equipped ENNE ZERO moped! 48V10.5Ah comes standard at this price.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The classified moped “ENNE ZERO” will go on sale starting at ¥150,000 on April 18. Its standard battery has been upgraded to 48V10.5Ah, and the model features technology used in large wind turbines.
株式会社Mavericks has added sample slides for the retail industry to the slide generation feature of its video-generation AI “NoLang.” It automatically generates product introduction slides and videos from product catalogs and promotional proposals, helping businesses prepare promotional materials.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社Mavericks has added sample slides for the retail industry to the slide generation feature of its video-generation AI “NoLang.” This enables automatic generation of product introduction slides and videos from product catalogs and promotional proposals, helping businesses prepare promotional materials.
Artist The Deity rents out Sainokawara Park in Kusatsu Onsen, Gunma, and releases new song “KARATACHI” MV
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
An MV for artist The Deity’s new song “KARATACHI” has been released by a label operated by 株式会社NEXT INNOVATION. It was filmed with Sainokawara Park in Kusatsu Onsen rented out for the shoot.
“Everyday Host” anime collaboration cafe opens in Shinjuku from April 30! Menu includes a champagne-style tower experience!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社オリグレス will hold a collaboration cafe for the anime “Everyday Host” in Shinjuku from April 30. Special menu items include a champagne-style tower experience.
abc株式会社 announces April 17 release of Steam demo for next-generation command-based werewolf game “WOLF-FLOW,” developed by partner project “WLF PROJECT”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
abc株式会社 and its partner “WLF PROJECT” will release a Steam demo of the next-generation command-based werewolf game “WOLF-FLOW” on April 17.
The collaboration between “Record of Ragnarok” and Mitsuru Matsuoka of SOPHIA is finally here!!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A pachinko and pachislot manufacturer has announced a collaboration gaming machine project featuring the popular work “Record of Ragnarok” and Mitsuru Matsuoka of SOPHIA.
Entertainment technology business Port joins the BASE Group
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Entertainment technology business Port has joined the BASE Group. The BASE Group operates the online store creation service “BASE” and other businesses, and the move is intended to expand and strengthen its business areas.
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, aiming to reach the J.League from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, signs a bronze partner agreement with 株式会社レックス大興 for the 2026 season
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, a social soccer team based in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, has signed a bronze partner agreement for the 2026 season with 株式会社レックス大興. The partnership aims to strengthen support for community-focused club operations and the club’s efforts to join the J.League.
Win a reproduction mini-shikishi board with an original autograph! Campaign celebrating the release of Hayane Denki’s “おまえの吐息を奪っていった” launches! [ホーリンラブブックス]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TORICO is holding a campaign to celebrate the release of Hayane Denki’s manga “おまえの吐息を奪っていった.” The campaign offers a chance to win a reproduction mini-shikishi board with an original autograph, making it an appealing event for fans.
[Oku-Yugawara Onsen 海石榴 つばき] Offering an exceptional experience in a premium lounge available for a limited time
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A premium lounge service will be offered for a limited time at 奥湯河原温泉 海石榴 つばき, operated by 野口観光グループ. The company operates a wide range of accommodation facilities in Hokkaido and Kanagawa.
The finished figure “POP UP PARADE Character Vocal Series 01 Hatsune Miku Rabbit Hole Ver. L size” is coming soon.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Hobby retailer あみあみ has announced the release of the finished figure “POP UP PARADE Hatsune Miku Rabbit Hole Ver. L size.” Its product lineup is known for its distinctive perspective.
[Architecture industry] Free streaming of archived footage from popular seminars on May 8 (Fri.) and May 20 (Wed.) to help CAD and BIM operators take the next step!!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Archived footage from popular seminars for CAD and BIM operators will be streamed for free. The seminars offer architecture professionals an opportunity to further develop their skills.
[Calling all cat-comic creators! This time, Panda Nia is a special judge] The 7th Cat Comic Newcomer Award launches! Entries are now being accepted on X
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 7th Cat Comic Newcomer Award is being held, with submissions invited from cat-comic creators. Panda Nia is serving as a special judge this time, and entries are being accepted on X (formerly Twitter).
[Limited time] Special feature page for Mother’s Day return gifts launched, featured in hometown tax donations for 鹿児島県出水市
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A special feature page for Mother’s Day return gifts has been published for a limited time as part of hometown tax donations for 鹿児島県出水市. The operating company also works on regional revitalization projects.
Win a tall poster with an original autograph! Campaign celebrating the release of Shimoda Enu’s “あなたは俺の運命でしょ!!” launches! [ホーリンラブブックス]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TORICO is holding a campaign to celebrate the release of Shimoda Enu’s manga “あなたは俺の運命でしょ!!” The campaign offers a chance to win a tall poster with an original autograph, making it an appealing event for fans.
Announcing “Schott BLACK SHEEP COLLECTION 2026,” functional clothing designed for urban life!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
“Schott BLACK SHEEP COLLECTION 2026,” functional clothing designed for urban life, has been announced. The new collection is from an apparel company that operates brands across a wide range of categories.
Energy Investment Arranger “MARIS” launches in earnest, offering buyers and investors direct access to off-market energy infrastructure deals through its proprietary sourcing network
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Japan’s first Energy Investment Arranger, “MARIS,” has launched in earnest. Using its proprietary sourcing network, it offers investors direct access through a membership-based platform to energy infrastructure deals not available on the open market.