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べつばらアイス, a parfait and gelato specialty shop with 2 locations in Habikino and Tondabayashi, Osaka Prefecture, has launched its new Dubai Chocolate Gelato Daifuku, featuring a novel combination of crunchy and chewy textures. The shop also serves gelato parfaits, gelato daifuku and carefully blended coffee, and operates a food truck at events.
合同会社Fukachan introduces 'KONOSAKU', a unique hot pot featuring horse meat and Chinese medicine ingredients, presented in a distinctive pink hue, highlighting authentic medicinal flavors.
An innovative educational program for children combining English education with non-cognitive skills development is being offered in Nagoya. The program aims to foster not only English proficiency but also leadership and a spirit of challenge.
株式会社ポリスフィア has launched an automatic processing feature for overseas receipts on its AI receipt-bookkeeping service, シワケル. The feature helps streamline accounting operations.
Companies mentioned：ポリスフィア
Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture, will hold a relocation consultation event in Tokyo’s Marunouchi on May 9 and 10. A Goto Day promotional event will also be held on May 10.
A free seminar on copyright in the generative AI era will be held starting May 11. It is hosted by a company that provides services for professionals.
株式会社ISHIDA NOUEN has been established and begun producing baked sweet potatoes from nonstandard sweet potatoes under its 金蜜芋®︎ brand. The potatoes have a sugar content of 75 degrees and are backed by more than 5万人.
The NHK Taiga Drama Special Exhibition “The Toyotomi Brothers!” has opened at an art museum in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Actress Shiraishi Sei visited the exhibition, which features valuable Japanese artworks, including personal effects of Tokugawa Ieyasu and heirlooms of the Owari Tokugawa family.
Companies mentioned：尾張徳川家 (private museum)
Photo studios operated by 写真工房ぱれっと and others have revamped their location photography brochure, featuring Hokkaido’s natural scenery.
Companies mentioned：写真工房ぱれっと、studio aim/aimme、三景スタジオ、Palette+plus
HANABI MAGIC Fuji・Yamanakako 2026 will be held at Lake Yamanaka on May 30, 2026. It offers a “one-of-a-kind experience at Japan’s highest level,” bringing together Mount Fuji, music, fireworks and the lake.
Companies mentioned：弊社 (Our Company)
Kia PBVジャパン has brought the production model of its Kia PV5 electric van to Japan for the first time. As a 100% subsidiary of 双日株式会社, it will provide sales and after-sales services in the Japanese market.
Companies mentioned：Kia PBVジャパン、Kia Corporation、双日株式会社
マスヤ is teaming up with 緑黄色社会 and Onigiri Senbei. Collaboration products and a campaign will be launched to mark the 2026 “Ryokuoushoku Daiyassai” event.
Companies mentioned：マスヤ、緑黄色社会
鳴門教育大学 will hold an online graduate school information session for 2027 entrants on Sunday, May 17. The university is focused on developing the next generation of teachers.
Companies mentioned：鳴門教育大学
Special items from the MSG and UMBRO collaboration go on sale Friday, April 24. SEETHELIGHT, which operates an apparel e-commerce business, is taking on the challenge of brand strategy in the social media era.
Companies mentioned：MSG、UMBRO、SEETHELIGHT
“太郎 DON’T ESCAPE！” took 1st place in the overall BL Awards category. An analysis explores the fan base behind its success and related services, including the BL Sommelier AI.
XPPen has launched the “Artist 16 3rd,” a new-size pen display in its Artist 3rd series. Since its founding in 2005, the company has specialized in pen tablets and pen displays for everyone from beginners to professionals.
Companies mentioned：XPPen
Originalホテル椿山荘東京で、初夏の風物詩であるホタルの時期が始まりました。4月16日にホタルの幼虫が土に上陸し、5月中旬には初飛翔が見込まれています。同ホテルは1955年設立で、観光業を中心に宿泊施設やレジャー施設などを国内外で展開しています。
“Masked Fortune-Telling” is attracting attention. Noriko Miura, who achieved a monthly income of 500,000 yen despite starting with no fortune-telling knowledge, has guided 94 people into full-time careers using an AI reading system and an anonymous method. The company specializes in Web3.0 marketing and provides information-sharing support and affiliate marketing education.
A company providing telephone answering, call center outsourcing and after-hours and holiday answering services has announced that it has surpassed 10,000 client companies. With 24-hour, 365-day coverage and an answer rate of over 98%, it helps companies prevent lost opportunities.
TOKYO MX has announced a special program, “11 Basketball Guys Assemble SP,” to mark the stage production “ZERO RISE.”
甘味処鎌倉 will begin selling its Warabimochi Drink: Japanese-Style Chocolate Mint at locations nationwide on April 26. The shop has earned high praise in Japan and overseas for its carefully crafted warabimochi and drinks.
Companies mentioned：甘味処鎌倉
The band "Ryokuoushoku Shakai" (Green Yellow Social Scenery) and "Piyorin" (a character/product related to Nagoya) are collaborating on merchandise. The article mentions JR Tokai's food and beverage operations at stations.
Companies mentioned：緑黄色社会、ぴよりん、JR東海
Starting today, April 17, 2026, Claude Opus 4.7 has been added to the AI solution "zevo" for local governments, making new Claude-based generative AI models in the Japan region available. This is expected to help promote digital transformation and improve services at local governments in Japan.
Companies mentioned：Claude
moxymill announced their solo live event 'moxymill Special Day -6 Charms-', with fanclub pre-sale registration now open. NTT Docomo Studio & Live is involved in producing entertainment content.
Companies mentioned：NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ
OriginalLIPSユーザー666人への調査により、ファンデーションの使用実態が明らかになりました。マツキヨココカラ&カンパニー傘下で、リアルとデジタルの融合による新美容体験創出も進んでいます。
Companies mentioned：マツキヨココカラ&カンパニー
TIGET, the event platform hosted by grabss, announced the second edition of its comedy live show “Chigecome vol.2.” It aims to deliver the ultimate experience.
Companies mentioned：grabss
The new specified small motorized bicycle model ENNE ZERO goes on sale today, April 18. The EV uses technology developed for large wind turbines, and a light upgrade has been confirmed for presale vehicles.
Ikeuchi Jidosha, a specialist in auto body repair and painting, issued a press release warning about the risk of car paint damage from near-record levels of pollen.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イケウチ
Gifu Grand Hotel will host its first summer dinner show featuring Keisuke Yamauchi, “Keisuke Yamauchi SUMMER DINNER SHOW 2026.” The event is organized by Meitetsu Hotel Holdings, which operates 20 facilities, primarily in the Chubu region.
QUIKSILVER and DOGTOWN will launch a collaborative collection on April 24, bringing together the roots of surfing and skateboarding.
Companies mentioned：QUIKSILVER、DOGTOWN、Boardriders Japan合同会社
The family-friendly event “Kids Sports Day,” where all activities cost 500 yen and participants can also try parkour, will be held in Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture. It is organized by the apparel brand antiqua.
Companies mentioned：株式会社antiqua
Whisky critic Mamoru Tsuchiya has been confirmed as the guest for the 4th TWSC “Tasting Workshop,” to be held on May 29. Participants will learn about whisky culture while enjoying award-winning bottles.
A new community gathering place connecting the local community, caregiving and animals, the large-dog interaction café “セラピーメイト世田谷店,” will open on Saturday, April 25.
Companies mentioned：セラピーメイト、サーブアイランド
“Dai Yankee Exhibition,” an exhibition event themed around Japan’s “yankii culture” and planned by E-VENT Inc., will be held at 北千住マルイ starting April 18. A preview event featuring commentary by celebrities including Osamu Suzuki will also take place.
Companies mentioned：北千住マルイ
A large-scale matchmaking event for 2,000 people will be held at night at みろくの里, the only amusement park in Hiroshima Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：みろくの里
株式会社CBTソリューションズ, which promotes the adoption of computer-based testing, announced that it will exhibit at “Reiwa no Tora EXPO 2026.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社CBTソリューションズ
The phone AI agent “SpaDen” from カイタク株式会社 has launched MCP integration for enterprise users, enabling call data to be used in real time.
Companies mentioned：カイタク株式会社
株式会社チャウス, a startup aiming to address regional issues through food, will launch Hokkaido’s new confection “Kita no Shiroe” on April 25.
Companies mentioned：株式会社チャウス
Marketing SaaS NeX-Ray has launched a “Cost Estimate Simulator” feature to make social media management costs visible. It enables the centralized management of social media and advertising data.
株式会社ラボコート has published the “Reiwa 8 Edition: Website Posting Rules for Facility Standards” for clinics and dental practices. A free PDF checklist is also available.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラボコート
Pet shop chain P's-first, which operates more than 70 stores nationwide under the philosophy “Pets always come first,” has announced the reopening of its renovated Kashihara store.
Oimoya, a specialty sweet-potato sweets shop in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture, announced that it will expand its flower-pot series to 25 varieties in response to demand for “choose-your-own flower gifts” for Mother’s Day. The series sold out last year with 15,000 pots. The shop has a 50-year history and offers sweets such as dried and roasted sweet potatoes.
A pop-up shop for the anime Animal Yokocho will open for a limited time on the 6th floor of 新宿マルイ アネックス.
Companies mentioned：新宿マルイ アネックス
A special event celebrating the 5th anniversary of the popular anime Jujutsu Kaisen will be held at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza. The event is planned to mark an important milestone for fans.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched a special webpage, “Tokyo Children’s Day Special,” for a limited time. The page appears to provide information for celebrating Children’s Day.
A company that provides SEO article creation and owned-media management services announced analysis results based on measured data for 2,609 Japanese-language keywords, suggesting that the appearance of AI Overviews may be influenced more by “topic area (category)” than by “YMYL attributes.”
“Family Festa in Port Island” will be held at Kobe Portopia Hotel on May 5. Police cars and fire engines will gather at the free-admission event, where visitors can have fun learning about disaster preparedness and crime prevention.
A new “coody Air Tent” product surpassed 30 million yen in backing just 150 minutes after sales began on Makuake. This demonstrates strong domestic demand for appealing products from overseas.
Companies mentioned：Makuake
Food manufacturer and retailer St. Cousair will reopen its headquarters facility, サンクゼールの丘, in Iizuna, Nagano Prefecture, after renovations on April 18.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンクゼール
Idol group CUTIE STREET has unveiled the cover artwork for its 3rd single CD, along with the title track and some of the songs it will include.
アイ・ヴィー・シー has shared information about the film Persepolis. The company was established to introduce films widely as part of the world’s cultural heritage.
Companies mentioned：アイ・ヴィー・シー
To celebrate its 1st anniversary, Dokodemo Musee Platinum will launch a campaign starting April 21, offering a total of 8.34 million yen worth of Musee Miles as prizes.
Oisix Niigata Albirex BC announced that Masumi Kuwata CBO has been appointed manager of the Samurai Japan U-12 national team. The club joined the professional baseball farm league in 2024 and aims to become a team that develops Japan’s best players.
Companies mentioned：オイシックス・ラ・大地株式会社
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Companies mentioned：Ken’s Place
Lawson Entertainment will begin releasing the latest “THE ARTIST COLLECTION” capsule toy, “Tomoyasu Hotei,” sequentially from April 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ローソン・ユナイテッドシネマ
Original5月に全国8会場で、DJI Dock 3を活用した遠隔・自動運用の実務を体験できる無料セミナーが開催される。
Companies mentioned：DJI
The Beppu-Kannawa share house “湯治ぐらし” was featured on NHK大分. It proposes a new lifestyle combining hot spring resources and health care.
Companies mentioned：NHK大分
The music video for singer Aisa’s debut song surpassed 1 million YouTube views in 1 week after release. Culture company HJ shapes the next generation of culture, engaging with youth culture to create new movements.
Companies mentioned：HJ
It was announced that 2 new Vtubers will debut from Saitama-based e-sports team “Arneb.” The team is proposing a new form of entertainment through e-sports.
Companies mentioned：Arneb
Physician-developed “Billy’s care” is updating out-of-pocket treatment menus at acupuncture clinics with a new deep-acting technique that uses no needles. The latest technology helps relieve muscle stiffness.
Fukuoka’s “Fukuoka Weekday Travel Deals” tourism campaign is underway. GOOD TRIP EXPRESS, operated by the 鴻池グループ, founded in 1955, offers dynamic packages combining flights and hotels, among other options.
Companies mentioned：鴻池グループ
A newly drawn character visual of Tsurumaru Kuninaga from the ice show “Touken Ranbu - ICE BLADE -” has been unveiled.
Companies mentioned：アクセルエンターメディアグループ
Stock Inc. reported that it exhibited at Japan IT Week [Spring]. It promoted its information-sharing tool for non-IT companies.
Entertainment company HUB JAPAN has announced a 2026 Tokyo fan meeting for Korean artist JANG HANEUM.
Companies mentioned：HUB JAPAN
The synopsis and preview stills for episode 27, “Wandering Love,” of the TV anime “DIGIMON BEATBREAK” have been released. The story hints at an outpouring of love for partners.
Companies mentioned：東映アニメーション
ViXion, which develops visual-support devices, will exhibit a visual technology experience booth at an international blind football match venue.
Professional dance team M&A SOUKEN QUANTS is holding new member auditions for the "Dai-ichi Life D.LEAGUE 26-27 SEASON". The provided background information describes M&A Soken's M&A brokerage services.
Companies mentioned：M&A SOUKEN QUANTS、第一生命、M&A総合研究所
Strike Group has revamped "Strike NEWS" and launched new content, "Flash NEWS." It also announced a transition to a holding company structure.
Areti Co., Ltd. has announced a new proposal for "disaster preparedness without stockpiling" (Phase Free) using multifunctional home appliances.
Post-event online sales of "Who Made Me a Princess" merchandise have begun. The sales are part of the merchandising efforts of a company that develops character goods and other products.
Post-event online sales have begun for the TV anime "Tokyo Revengers" POP UP SHOP. The event is being run by a company engaged in the merchandising business.
Original『枯れた花に涙を』のPOP UP SHOPがアニメイト池袋本店1階にてオープンすることが決定しました。
Companies mentioned：アニメイト
BS Nippon TV will air the sci-fi action film "RoboCop 3" on Sunday, April 19, at 7 p.m.
Companies mentioned：日本テレビグループ、日本テレビ
Original株式会社A3が、BLアワード2026総合コミック部門1位の『太郎 DON’T ESCAPE!』をはじめとするmememe先生の新作グッズを発売。
Companies mentioned：株式会社A3
AmiAmi is holding a POP UP SHOP mini for the popular character Zundamon. New products featuring newly drawn illustrations by illustrator 大川ぶくぶ are on sale, offering fans an enjoyable experience.
A free seminar for the entertainment industry on important music-related legal precedents, "Case Law Studies Season 2: A Discussion with Entertainment Lawyer & Producer 四宮隆史," will be held on May 11. The seminar aims to develop professional talent and advance the industry as a whole.
Creditless opening and ending theme videos for the TV anime "一畳間まんきつ暮らし！" have been released. The promotion is by a company that develops IP businesses.
Kadokawa announced the start of serialization of a sequel to "Dance in the Spring Déjà Vu," winner of the BL Award 2026's "Spring Story Award," along with a commemorative campaign. The move reflects the company's focus on continued development of popular IP and fan engagement.
Companies mentioned：Kadokawa
The official puzzle game "Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star" has launched its new "[Spring Garden]" pickup gacha, featuring Ai and MEM-cho. This event is hosted by Kadokawa Corporation, a diversified entertainment company.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
Used PC retailer リングロー株式会社 has announced the top 5 most popular articles of the year on its PC troubleshooting media outlet "@ringlog".
Companies mentioned：リングロー株式会社、TBS（がっちりマンデー！！）、BS拓殖（ドランクドラゴンのバカ売れ研究所）
A lighting-related company will participate as a lighting sponsor in the light-and-food art night "Kyu Shiba Rikyu YAKAI by ワントゥーテン." It aims to create new value and deliver excitement through the use of LED lighting.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワントゥーテン
The student organization U.S.L. of the Japan Association for University Athletics and Sport (UNIVAS) has launched a crowdfunding campaign to achieve independent operations.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人大学スポーツ協会（UNIVAS）
Next-generation iron supplement LIPO³ Fe launches on Amazon on March 27. The product overcomes the shortcomings of conventional iron supplements and maximizes benefits for beauty and health.
An organization that supports the development of construction engineers is offering free application forms to people who apply for the Level 1 Telecommunications Construction Management Engineer Examination preparation course. The campaign is being run nationwide and contributes to regional revitalization.
An organization that supports the development of construction engineers is providing free application forms to applicants for the Level 1 Piping Construction Management Engineer Examination preparation course. It holds courses nationwide and also publishes related books.
日本ペット防災協会 is recruiting volunteers nationwide to help put initiatives into practice, including promoting evacuation with pets during disasters and establishing "Paw Stations."
Takara Belmont has opened applications for LebeL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 2026, an education program for hair and beauty professionals. It offers services including Mobasuk, with on-demand access to learning content.
Companies mentioned：タカラベルモント株式会社、ルベル（LebeL）
Entertainment startup taskey STUDIO will exhibit at The CREATORS’ traveling manga editorial office, aiming to discover new creators and develop original works as part of its IP creation business.
Companies mentioned：taskey株式会社、The CREATORS
ZINO Oyama, an amusement bar offering darts and karaoke, will open on May 1. To mark the opening, it is offering 2 hours of free admission to a limited 50 groups.
Companies mentioned：ZINO
A major shipping company has signed its first long-term charter agreement for an LNG vessel with INPEX, expanding its energy transport capabilities.
Companies mentioned：INPEX
The Japan Vegetable Sommelier Association will hold the 5th National Tomato (Medium) Championship on April 22. The event aims to increase the value of medium-sized tomatoes and support growers.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本野菜ソムリエ協会、フードディスカバリー株式会社
Full Height Door®, a manufacturer specializing in interior doors, has won the international Red Dot Design Award 2026 for 2 consecutive years.
Companies mentioned：Red Dot Design Award
Original京都文教大学が導入した入学金納入期日の延期制度が、受験生の「納得の進路選択」に貢献し成果を上げています。
Companies mentioned：京都文教大学、学校法人京都文教学園
The Obayashi Foundation has selected Thai landscape architect Kotchakorn Voraakhom as the recipient of the 14th Obayashi Prize.
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人大林財団
The “Serious Vegetable Marche” will be held for Golden Week only at Wood Design Park Yoi in Shiso, Hyogo Prefecture. The unique event at a BBQ facility with an on-site hot spring will offer such an abundance of vegetables that meat may take a back seat.
Companies mentioned：ウッドデザインパーク株式会社
株式会社DAIS＆Co has announced a new strategy for its retail business, using direct marketing without a physical storefront. It will apply sales data to its consulting operations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社DAIS＆Co
Originalベーカリー&レストラン 沢村が5月10日の母の日に向けた特別なギフトセットの予約受付を4月17日より開始しました。
Companies mentioned：株式会社FONZ、ベーカリー&レストラン 沢村
Axis IT Partners, the first IT listed company in San'in, establishes a new base in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, to bolster its nationwide development capabilities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクシス
Hotel Okura Kobe will hold “An Evening of Okura French Cuisine” as a 3-part series in 2026. The event will offer a special dining experience through culinary stories woven by its chefs.
Companies mentioned：オークラ ホテルズ & リゾーツ
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang expressed hope for cooperation with the Kuomintang (the “blue-white alliance”) in the Changhua County magistrate election. He campaigned alongside Ko Wen-je and others.
Companies mentioned：中国国民党、台湾民眾黨