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角川 has released a middle school science study guide featuring サンリオ’s popular character Kerokerokeroppi. The learning resource aims to help middle school students enjoy studying science as the new school year begins.
Companies mentioned：サンリオ、角川
KADOKAWA has released a book about the turbulent everyday life of a Japanese woman who moved to India after marrying at 23, which has ranked No. 1 on Amazon and garnered 4.5 million cumulative YouTube views.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
Kadokawa is releasing a heartwarming comic essay starring 'Gnyo-chan', a popular failed chimera from social media, making even failures endearing.
Companies mentioned：Kadokawa
The official fan club for “Bread Thief” has marked its 1st anniversary and announced a commemorative campaign and new content. This is part of the Kadokawa Group’s strategy to maximize the value of its intellectual property.
Companies mentioned：Kadokawa Group
Ofuro Café Karin no Yu in Katori, Chiba Prefecture, will hold an “Election Discount” campaign in conjunction with the Katori mayoral election, with voting on April 26. Customers can receive a discount by showing proof of voting; the campaign aims to revitalize the community and increase voter turnout.
amood, a Japanese fashion shopping app for women, is holding a sale on bags and spring/summer wear with discounts of up to 74%. Drawing on the expertise of Korea’s No. 1 ABLY, it offers high-quality K-fashion at affordable prices with fast international shipping, aiming to provide a comfortable shopping experience.
Companies mentioned：amood、ABLY
Originalホテル金沢は開業18周年を記念し、ゴールデンウィークに家族向けブッフェイベントを5月1日より開催します。大人1名につきお子様2名までブッフェが無料となる感謝祭で、家族旅行需要を喚起します。
Electric tuk-tuk rental service “Kari Tuku” launches tourism experiences in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture. It aims to promote tourism and sustainable community development through unique rides around attractions such as Karatsu Castle.
A company that has provided members-only custom-made skincare products since its founding 60 years ago will exhibit at Niconico Chokaigi 2026, offering a “Super★Tooth Makeup Culture Experience.” This marks the first step toward opening its doors to the public as it expands into new businesses.
A company operating an effectiveness measurement platform will hold a webinar on April 23 about PoC and hands-on execution support to prevent strategies from ending on paper.
Original世界文化社グループが、子どもに歯磨きの大切さをやさしく教える絵本『はみがきセブン』を4月23日に発売します。
Companies mentioned：世界文化社グループ
Originalジャンボフェリーの船内うどん店で、4月24日より新メニュー「国産和牛のプリプリ柔らか肉うどん」が提供開始。100年の伝統と新たな挑戦を融合した取り組み。
Companies mentioned：ジャンボフェリー
Original新国立劇場が開催する「バレエ・アステラス 2026」の上演プログラムが決定しました。海外で活躍する日本人ダンサーを迎え、世界と繋がる公演を行います。
Companies mentioned：新国立劇場、文化庁
Original横浜市が市内の中小企業を対象に、「中小企業新技術・新製品開発促進助成金」と「販路開拓支援事業」の募集を開始しました。
Companies mentioned：横浜市
Original株式会社ソウゾウが、名刺を撮影するだけでAIが会社情報を解析し、パーソナライズされたお礼メールを3秒で生成する営業フォローAI「OREI（オレイ）」を正式リリースしました。これにより、営業担当者の業務効率化と顧客エンゲージメント向上が期待されます。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソウゾウ
Original地域課題解決を支援するプロフェッショナル集団「river」が、日経主催の「エコプロ」にて企業版ふるさと納税パビリオンを企画・運営します。代表の小坪拓也氏の知見を活かし、事業共創プラットフォーム「キフゲート」を通じて全国の自治体と企業の連携を加速させます。
Companies mentioned：日経
In-game audio ads “AdMel” have been introduced for the “Do Anime Sengen! JOYSOUND” promotion, creating new advertising touchpoints without disrupting immersion in smartphone games. AdMel provides comprehensive audio advertising solutions.
Companies mentioned：JOYSOUND
A company whose mission is to share the aesthetics of Japanese culture with the world has obtained a special construction business license and established an integrated system spanning design through construction. This will expand the possibilities of craft to the scale of architecture and urban development, while growing the business.
Original味の明太子ふくやの関連会社が、4月24日・25日に「博多めんたいアウトレット」でプレミアム辛子明太子「星の粒」の試食販売を実施します。同社は日本で数少ないたらこブランド「たらこ食堂」を展開し、辛子明太子以外の美味しいたらこを提供しています。
Companies mentioned：味の明太子ふくや
eSIM technology partner “LibeSIM” has launched an SGP.32-compliant PoC partnership program for the eSIM IoT Remote Manager (eIM). The program will support digital transformation initiatives by local governments, companies, and general hospitals, and strengthen service offerings in the IoT field.
Companies mentioned：LibeSIM、LINE
Visa eGift (with mini envelope) will go on sale at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide from April 20. Offered by a POSA card distributor, it is attracting attention as a new digital gift that can be easily purchased at convenience stores nationwide.
Companies mentioned：Visa、セブン‐イレブン
OriginalPROSPER日本企業成長支援ファンドは、人口減少と高齢化に直面する日本の地域中小企業に対し、事業承継や再編、再構築のための資金提供と成長支援を行うプライベート・エクイティ・ファンドです。金融とおもてなしのプロフェッショナルが集結し、「日本を元気にする」ことを目指しています。
Companies mentioned：PROSPER日本企業成長支援ファンド
AI listening and interview SaaS “Kikuvi” has raised a total of 400 million yen in seed funding. Kikuvi is a business platform where AI autonomously conducts interviews and structures and visualizes conversations as insights.
Original販促クラウド「SPinno」が「マーケティングWeek春2026」に高さ3.0mの巨大ガチャ「モンスターカプセル」を再登場させ、BtoB展示会に遊び心と驚きを提供します。来場者に喜びを届け、ブースへの集客とエンゲージメントを高めることを目的としています。
Spanish brand SHAD is bringing its urban bicycle line “Shad Bikes” to Japan for the first time. Products, including a model designed specifically for Brompton, are scheduled to be showcased at “Cycle Mode Tokyo 2026.”
Companies mentioned：SHAD、Brompton
Originalエコマーク事務局が、水道用ポンプユニットの環境基準案について意見を募集しています。これは、省エネルギーで環境負荷の低い製品認証を目指す動きです。
Companies mentioned：エコマーク事務局
The “AI Accounting Consulting” service, led by accounting staff, has launched. A package that systematizes management consulting expertise will support management improvements and productivity gains at mid-sized and small and medium-sized enterprises at low cost.
Ipsos has announced its 2026 “Europe’s Best Cities” ranking, with London taking 1st place for 4 consecutive years. The survey showcases the market research capabilities of the company, which operates in 90 countries worldwide.
Mirabo has begun offering its maternal and child health handbook app, “mila-e Oyako Techō,” in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture. The digital service will help improve the local environment for raising children and make things more convenient for parents.
株式会社アイズ has begun recruiting speakers for “Media Radar WEEK 2026 Autumn,” an online seminar event for the advertising industry. The event aims to generate leads for advertisers and agencies.
According to LIFULL’s “Income-Producing Property Market Trends Quarterly Report” for January-March 2026, prices for apartment buildings in Tokyo’s 23 wards surpassed 300 million yen, and a “price reversal” occurred, with inquiry prices exceeding listing prices. This suggests a buoyant market for investment properties.
Companies mentioned：LIFULL
世界文化社グループ will release “A Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Castles: An Illustrated Introduction,” an introductory book for people new to visiting castles, on April 23. It features detailed explanations accompanied by illustrations.
Companies mentioned：世界文化社グループ
Propally株式会社 has launched “SMAUL (Smaul),” a new service specializing in sales of investment studio apartments. It aims to end persistent sales calls after appraisal requests, address the lack of transparency in real estate investment and optimize investment efficiency from a neutral position.
バッターズジャパン合同会社 has launched “バッターズ,” a manufacturer specializing in grip tape for baseball and softball. The company is reexamining the fundamentals of batting through grip and aims to revolutionize the game, with top influencers and powerhouse teams among those adopting its products.
LAPRAS has begun a partnership with “Letuin,” one of South Korea’s largest platforms for practical education in science and engineering. The partnership aims to strengthen AI-powered matching services and expand recruitment-related services that offer career options tailored to individuals.
Companies mentioned：Letuin
An organization that researches and shares information on the realities of career breaks in Japan will launch the 2nd cohort of “Career Break Academy” in June 2026. It aims to promote the option of temporarily stepping away from work to reflect on one’s life.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA、千倉書房
ファーストデータテクノロジーズ’ social login service “Login Plus” has begun supporting passkey authentication. This will give users a safer and more convenient login experience.
福岡サンパレス ホテル＆ホール has announced a new parfait themed around “A delicious early summer with spices and herbs,” along with “Summer Parfait All-You-Can-Eat Season.1.” The offerings are part of the hotel’s year-round gourmet and sweets fair.
Companies mentioned：福岡サンパレス ホテル＆ホール
“＆kitto,” a service for finding plant-based products by reviews or allergy considerations, has relaunched. It is building a database to analyze the consumption behavior of people interested in ethical consumption and plant-based products, supporting brands with product development and marketing.
株式会社セントラルオフィス has developed and operates “Smart Trimming AI,” an AI SaaS that batch-crops images for apparel e-commerce businesses. By automating product image editing with AI, it cuts 50 hours of manual work per month to a few minutes, greatly improving efficiency for e-commerce teams.
The new “Deliciously Unusual Black Chocolate Mint Brownie,” with enhanced menthol for “choc-mint” enthusiasts, and the beginner-friendly “White Chocolate Mint Brownie” have launched. The new products were announced by a company that operates multiple brands under its corporate philosophy, “Make Happiness.”
小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ will begin selling “Parfait de Fromage Uji Matcha & Hokkaido Azuki,” a new terrine combining 3 kinds of cheese with Uji matcha and Hokkaido azuki beans, on April 29. The new product features a blend of Japanese and Western flavors and aims to offer customers a special “delicious” experience.
世界文化社グループ will release “Say It Loud: Let Me In,” the latest installment in the popular series by Yoko Imoto, on April 23. The picture book centers on the courage to venture into a new world and is designed to resonate with young readers.
Companies mentioned：世界文化社グループ
myPecon, one of Japan’s largest online coaching services, offers Reiwa-era team-building techniques to foster communication with the “cherry-blossom-viewing-skipping generation.” It aims to help individuals and organizations achieve high performance and well-being.
The Fujioka Otsuka store of “Splash ’n Go,” a subscription car-wash service, will hold its pre-opening on April 25. Available from 39 yen per month, it features a high-speed car wash machine that can process up to 60 vehicles in 1 hour, with each wash completed in about 3 minutes.
The international NGO なかよし学園 will take part in Earth Day Tokyo 2026 and passionately sing “HEIWA -NAKAYOSHI peace song.” It will highlight the realization of peace through education and the ability to choose the future.
Companies mentioned：国際連合、経済産業省
UEサン・アンドレウ, which has received support from 株式会社タイカ as a sponsor and in other capacities, has secured promotion to Spain’s 3rd-tier soccer league.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タイカ、UEサン・アンドレウ
システムファイブ, a video systems integrator for broadcast operations, has begun sales of “Hollyland Pyro Ultra,” a wireless video transmission system supporting 4K60P. It is expected to make work more convenient for video creators.
Companies mentioned：システムファイブ、Hollyland
Pan Kobo Guruguru is opening its Mito Kairakuen store inside “Mito Kobun Terrace.” The company aims to build a circular regional economic structure in Ibaraki and foster local economic development.
LIV PLUS’s QuickLock clothes-drying rack series is easy to assemble and designed to make household chores more efficient, saving time. It is now on sale to popular acclaim.
Companies mentioned：LIV PLUS（リブプラス）
Sales Retriever has begun offering “Aposuke,” a free AI tool for preparing proposals that simplifies scheduling for executives. It supports efforts to secure meetings with major companies.
Companies mentioned：Sales Retriever
Original暗号資産の運用益申告に関する調査で、回答者の4割が説明不足を感じていることが判明。調査は金融メディア「Clabo」を運営する企業により309人を対象に実施された。
The Association for Future Restaurant Management has partnered with 辻󠄀調理師専門学校 to launch a video-based education program for schools using “Kore Mane Education DX.”
Companies mentioned：辻󠄀調理師専門学校
Akamedia Japan has launched “ONLINE FACE,” a next-generation e-learning system that digitizes various courses and safety training for the energy and infrastructure industries.
Cure brand will launch “Aqua Gel Milk,” a new moisturizer designed specifically for pore concerns, on Monday, April 20.
“Stamina Taro Kani,” an all-you-can-eat yakiniku and sushi restaurant, will reopen after a complete renovation on Saturday, April 25, as “PREMIUM BUFFET.”
A company with expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering has signed a contract for electrical work at the Iriesaki Water Treatment Center and other sites in Kawasaki City.
Companies mentioned：川崎市（地方自治体）
Perry Johnson Group has launched an online course focused on responding to EcoVadis assessments. It supports companies’ ESG efforts and efforts to enhance corporate value.
Companies mentioned：ペリージョンソン レジストラー (PJR)、ペリージョンソン コンサルティング (PJC)、ペリージョンソン アカデミー (PJA)、EcoVadis
BFT Inc. has launched “BFT Insight,” a service that supports improvements to data quality to promote companies’ use of DX and AI and underpin management decisions.
Pansuku Gift is running a Mother’s Day campaign, giving a ¥1,000 OFF coupon to everyone who completes its survey. The initiative aims to expand the bread economy through the use of frozen products and IT.
The “In the Age of AI, Only Companies That Can Execute Will Grow | PDCA Workshop on How Results Can Differ 2-Fold” will be held in Shibuya on May 11. It will address demand for organizational reform in the new fiscal year and is aimed at marketers and business leaders.
A publisher will release “Things to Stop Doing,” a book proposing new values through a two-base lifestyle in Europe, on April 22.
パルシステム will hold an event in Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on April 29, featuring an experience picking the season’s first tea in a World Agricultural Heritage site field and a tour of a tea-processing factory.
Companies mentioned：パルシステム
“JTRweb,” a B2B platform specializing in Japan’s tourism resources, is promoting its booking service for Japanese travel products to sales agents around the world.
Companies mentioned：JTRweb
The Yokohama Chinatown location of “ANELLA CAFE,” a welfare-focused café where visitors can interact with rescued dogs and cats, will grand open on April 20 as the brand’s 25th location nationwide. The new store format combines animal rescue activities with restaurant management.
Companies mentioned：ANELLA CAFE
Space startup ispace has signed a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia’s national research institute KACST for technology development in lunar exploration. International collaboration toward developing lunar resources is set to accelerate.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ispace、KACST（サウジアラビア王国国立研究機関）
The national championship of “Dorokatsu,” a drone programming and piloting competition organized by HDL合同会社, will be held on May 10, 2026.
Companies mentioned：HDL合同会社
Beauty tools brand CREATEs (クレイツ) is collaborating for the first time with idol group FRUITS ZIPPER. Hair iron sets with limited-edition trading cards will go on sale nationwide from April 24.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クレイツ
A company involved in system development and other services has announced the preview of “PeriPage P80,” a next-generation ink-free mobile A4 printer, on CAMPFIRE.
Companies mentioned：CAMPFIRE
Osaka-based 有限会社流楽 has announced a service that blocks sales emails from website forms for ¥300 per month. The company has 23 years of experience and a proprietary customer acquisition method.
Companies mentioned：有限会社流楽
AMARENA has launched “Writers Room Lab,” bringing together a diverse range of creators to put storytelling into practice in society. It aims to create a culture that transcends genres.
Companies mentioned：AMARENA
Actor 中西悠綺 won the Best Actress award at the Nice International Film Festival in France, achieving a triple crown. The announcement was made by her production company and the film distributor.
御菓子司 はたなか, a long-established confectionery shop in Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture, has launched “Ampharos Madeleines,” a new product inspired by the Pokémon Ampharos. The shop is making use of local ingredients and culture to offer a new experience and promote the appeal of the Goto Islands.
Companies mentioned：御菓子司 はたなか
Color Gym has launched “Color Gym for men,” a new service for men. With more than 20,000 total customers to date, the company combines fitness with 7 types of beauty treatments to promote men’s health and appearance.
Companies mentioned：Color Gym
Care providers can now use the AI service “MUSUBI,” available for an initial cost starting at ¥50,000, to quantify and visualize employees’ risk of leaving their jobs and prevent resignations.
Companies mentioned：MUSUBI Tech (Placeholder)
The newly launched “Air Hogurecchi” stretch cushion uses air to ease tension around the shoulder blades and stretch the body. Founded in 1959, the company specializes in customer-focused manufacturing and has a track record of OEM supply to major home appliance makers.
阪神タイガース and 六甲ビール have teamed up to launch “Tigers Premium Kölsch Ver.03” today. The evolved Kölsch bears the 2026 slogan “熱覇” and will be delivered from a Kobe brewery to the world.
Companies mentioned：阪神タイガース
ザ・プレミエールファクトリー points to the end of traditional marketing based on a survey of 2000 women in their 20s and 30s, and is developing the new pore-care brand “Chocobra.”
オルトスケープ株式会社 has begun joint planning for a pilot regional tour program using “Picopass,” a scenario-based regional touring platform, for tourism associations and DMOs. The company provides tourism solutions using AI and design.
European gaming giant MY.GAMES has released the latest trailer for its highly anticipated new game “Hela: Of Mice & Magic,” a magical tale featuring little mice.
株式会社NDIAS, a specialist automotive cybersecurity company, has joined 一般社団法人Japan Space ISAC as a supporting member. It aims to strengthen security in the space industry and contribute to Japan’s sustainable development.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NDIAS、一般社団法人Japan Space ISAC
㈱メロー静岡 and ㈱ふる里 have joined forces to begin developing Japanese sweets through an upcycling business using premium “Crown Melons” nearing disposal and kudzu starch.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メロー静岡、株式会社ふる里
CommerceXホールディングス株式会社 has announced the appointment of 3 new executive officers to strengthen its support for brand growth.
メールカスタマーセンター has launched a campaign offering shipments at the old price, limited to the first 3 million mailpieces, to counter the cost increase accompanying the Yu-Mail price revision.
Companies mentioned：日本郵便
A café designed by an architectural design firm in Iwami Town, Tottori Prefecture, has won numerous major European design awards. It was also featured in ELLE alongside world-renowned architects.
Companies mentioned：ELLE
The “TX5 EVO GTX®,” an upgraded version of Italian outdoor brand LA SPORTIVA’s flagship hiking boot model “TX5,” will launch on April 24. 日本用品株式会社 will handle sales in Japan.
Companies mentioned：LA SPORTIVA、日本用品株式会社
プラスカンパニー株式会社 has launched “Select,” a new line of lower false lashes from “Majilash,” its next-generation false eyelash brand designed to be applied with a simple stick-on.
合同会社onigiri has announced the L-size (38L) electric compression bag “MIGARU,” which compresses luggage for trips with children. The product is designed to make travel less burdensome.
Companies mentioned：合同会社onigiri
医療法人社団ALBA will open “ALBA Dental & Orthodontics” near Omiya Station in Saitama Prefecture on May 1. Drawing on its record of performing more implant surgeries than any other provider in Japan, it will launch a “Lifetime Guarantee Plan.”
Companies mentioned：医療法人社団ALBA、TFCO
味香り戦略研究所 has analyzed whether yogurt could serve as a substitute for a meal amid rising rice prices, using scientific data including its taste database. The analysis identifies the taste characteristics of each product.
Companies mentioned：味香り戦略研究所
中目黒’s “HAUTE COUTURE CAFE 表参道” will begin serving its new afternoon tea, “Wisteria Fairy Garden Afternoon Tea,” decorated with 3,000 wisteria blossoms.
Companies mentioned：HAUTE COUTURE CAFE
“Nozo Hotel” in Furano has begun serving a “Kamifurano Pork Shabu-Shabu + Semi-Buffet” dinner featuring local ingredients.
Companies mentioned：Parkwood Hotels Furano株式会社
Nagoya jagua tattoo specialist “Tamayura” is launching a tattoo sticker brand and will open its Tokyo location, “Tamayura tokyo,” on April 25.
Companies mentioned：Tamayura
An NGO supporting school construction and arts education in Cambodia will hold a charity concert by 髙木凜々子 on Sept. 5. Ticket sales have begun.
株式会社enableX and カソク株式会社 have partnered to promote the digital transformation of hotel operations using AI in physical spaces (Physical AI), signing a strategic partnership agreement.
Companies mentioned：株式会社enableX、カソク株式会社
一般社団法人けあとともに has begun offering a one-stop service to help small and midsize businesses prevent employees from leaving their jobs to provide care for family members, with support from a team of specialists.
A comprehensive real estate company has announced that a case involving its handling of inherited real estate will be featured on a television program.
Swiss luxury watchmaker IWCシャフハウゼン has unveiled its new “Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Petit Prince.” It features a white ceramic case.
Companies mentioned：IWCシャフハウゼン
京セラ has introduced SolvifAI’s AI agent specialized for IT/DX projects, aiming to standardize upstream requirements and specifications definition at a high level. It has set a target of “0 omissions in requirements consideration.”
Companies mentioned：京セラ、SolvifAI
“シゴトクラシ.com,” a review site for manufacturing and staffing jobs operated by 株式会社ニッコー, has significantly upgraded its search function. The update will make it easier for users to find firsthand accounts of working conditions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニッコー