【One-Night-Only Business Hotel Summit】中野正純, representative director of コアグローバルマネジメント, to speak at an event hosted by hotel commentator 瀧澤信秋. Industry leaders discuss what makes a hotel “the hotel of choice” and brand strategy
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中野正純, representative director of コアグローバルマネジメント, will speak at the Business Hotel Summit hosted by hotel commentator 瀧澤信秋 and discuss with industry leaders what makes a hotel “the hotel of choice” and brand strategy. The event focuses on the strategy of the company, which operates its own hotel brands, and industry trends.
Waveland Group Inc. appointed strategic adviser for Japan and Asian markets at Ada Ventures, one of the UK and Northern Europe's largest VC funds specializing in impact and deep tech
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Waveland Group Inc. has been appointed strategic adviser for Japan and Asian markets at Ada Ventures, one of the UK and Northern Europe's largest VC funds specializing in impact and deep tech. The appointment is expected to accelerate investment in deep tech in Japan and Asia.
Companies mentioned：Waveland Group Inc.、Ada Ventures、A&Mコンサルティング
株式会社BRI consolidates head office functions ahead of its 20th anniversary, establishing a new base at 住友不動産六本木セントラルタワー in Roppongi to strengthen group collaboration and drive next-generation growth
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株式会社BRI will consolidate its head office functions at 住友不動産六本木セントラルタワー in Roppongi ahead of its 20th anniversary, strengthening group collaboration and aiming for next-generation growth.
【A whole new concept!】A huge hit even before opening⁉ A secondhand clothing wholesale warehouse with long lines is coming to Hokkaido on April 25 (Sat.)!!
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A new-concept secondhand clothing wholesale warehouse will open in Hokkaido on April 25 and has already generated a major buzz. Under the concept of REconomy, it aims to give new value to overlooked products and bring them back into economic circulation.
Hokkaido debut: あさぎり牛乳 arrives at 大丸札幌店! Milk sweets from the foothills of Mount Fuji head north
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あさぎり牛乳, which uses 100% raw milk from Asagiri Kogen at the foot of Mount Fuji, is making its Hokkaido debut and will begin offering milk sweets at 大丸札幌店. The move is part of the company's regional expansion strategy; it is known for products made with fresh milk.
[Exclusive Report Vol.43] 98.2% want to recommend using subsidies in solar power and battery sales, while 72.2% say “choosing the right subsidy is difficult”
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According to Exclusive Report Vol.43, 98.2% of sales representatives for solar power and storage batteries said they want to recommend using subsidies, while 72.2% find it difficult to choose the right subsidy. A company that uses spatial information technology conducted the survey, highlighting challenges in the environmental energy sector.
ユニオンテック launches in-house entrepreneurship program “UT101ユニコーン”
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ユニオンテック has launched its in-house entrepreneurship program “UT101ユニコーン.” The company, which operates a spatial business and a platform business for the construction industry, aims to foster the creation of new businesses.
【Latest issue of WWDJAPAN】In-depth feature on “Corporate Uniforms”: The power of fashion design to turn uniforms into a source of pride
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The latest issue of WWDJAPAN features “Corporate Uniforms” and explores the power of fashion design to turn uniforms into a source of pride. It highlights the mission of companies to anticipate market needs and create new value in publishing and digital fields.
Indoor navigation enhanced for spatial experience product “360maps” ─ Partnership signed with Spanish company Situm
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The indoor navigation features of spatial experience product “360maps” have been enhanced through a partnership with Spanish company Situm. The company, which uses AI and XR technologies to deliver digital spatial experiences, will further develop AR navigation and metaverse-related services.
New proposal for rental property management in an era of rising prices and interest rates: “賃貸経営 DO IDEA” program for rental property owners begins streaming
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株式会社クラスコ has begun streaming “賃貸経営 DO IDEA,” a program for rental property owners navigating an era of rising prices and interest rates. The company aims to lead the real estate industry with innovative ideas and improve satisfaction among owners and tenants.
ネットマーブル opens pre-registration for latest MMORPG “ヴァンピール(VAMPIR)”
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ネットマーブルジャパン has opened pre-registration for the latest MMORPG “ヴァンピール(VAMPIR).” The move marks the launch of a new flagship title by the company, the Japanese subsidiary of ネットマーブル, founded in South Korea, which has offered a diverse range of popular games.
【Publication】AI Creative Future Awards 2025 releases a white paper compiling this year's research and discussion findings. More than 1000 research submissions and reviews reveal the current state of “AI and human co-creation.”
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AI Creative Future Awards 2025 has released a white paper presenting the findings of this year's research and discussions. It sheds light on the current state of “AI and human co-creation” through more than 1000 research submissions and reviews.
株式会社Reelu begins shore excursion services for cruise visitors to Japan
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株式会社Reelu has begun offering shore excursion services for cruise visitors to Japan. The company operates a matching service that provides job-ready personnel from as little as 1 hour for on-site roles requiring multilingual support. The new service marks an expansion into the inbound tourism market.
鈴鹿サーキット adopts conversational voice AI SaaS “アイブリー,” automating 45% of phone calls
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鈴鹿サーキット has adopted conversational voice AI SaaS “アイブリー,” automating 45% of phone calls. The AI, provided by IVRy, features 24-hour, 365-day phone support, call analysis and zero-hallucination technology, and is used across 97 industries with more than 40,000 accounts.
WEIN / BACKSTAGE Group launches “in-house entrepreneurship support program” to encourage employees to take on new challenges
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WEIN / BACKSTAGE Group has launched an “in-house entrepreneurship support program” to support employees' efforts. The company, which supports talents and influencers behind the scenes and builds businesses that bring their visions to life, is also encouraging the creation of new value from within.
LIFULL HOME'S announces its “Ranking of Absolute Requirements When Looking for a Rental Home 2026”! A 60-point surge from the previous survey: Amid a declining birthrate and aging population, “no guarantor required” becomes an absolute requirement
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LIFULL HOME'S has announced its “Ranking of Absolute Requirements When Looking for a Rental Home 2026.” As the birthrate declines and the population ages, “no guarantor required” surged by 60 points from the previous survey to become the most important requirement when looking for a home.
TOKIUM経費精算 now supports API integration with other companies' workflow systems
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TOKIUM経費精算 now supports API integration with other companies' workflow systems, helping improve accounting efficiency and optimize spending. This allows companies to strengthen integration with their existing systems and achieve smoother workflows.
合同会社ASDORY, founded by TSG finalist 白岳真歩, selected for Tokyo's startup grant. Full-scale rollout of Edoory Kids Japan, connecting everyday life at preschools to international exchange under the slogan “Turning familiar preschool buildings into gateways to the world.”
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合同会社ASDORY has been selected for a Tokyo startup support grant and is launching a full-scale rollout of “Edoory Kids Japan,” a short-term preschool experience program for families from overseas. The program connects Japanese early childhood education with international exchange, giving children opportunities to experience different cultures in their daily lives.
[日本マイクロソフト] OMOYEL featured in official newsletter “かけはし”; support for the use of AI agents in the public sector was key to its selection
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OMOYEL, which supports the use of AI agents in the public sector, has been featured in 日本マイクロソフト’s official newsletter “かけはし.” The recognition reflects the evaluation of its comprehensive technology consulting services, including support for the use of generative AI.
BROOKLYN DESIGN, which handles design and construction nationwide, completes new “やおや” yakitori restaurant in Niseko
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BROOKLYN DESIGN is an interior design and construction company that works nationwide and has completed a new “やおや” yakitori restaurant in Niseko. The company specializes in creating functional, high-design spaces that help boost sales, primarily for restaurants and hotels.
[New] “Hanakage,” a clear case featuring the light and shadows of cherry blossoms, now available at the atelier gekka BASE shop
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Japanese-style fashion brand atelier gekka has launched “花影（はなかげ）,” a clear iPhone case featuring sunlight filtering through cherry blossoms, at its BASE shop. The brand offers items that add a special touch to everyday life.
Sold out just 2 seconds after launch, with more than 10,000 orders pouring in over 48 hours! Japan’s first art-squeeze brand, “SloMood,” takes off amid a social media sensation
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“SloMood,” Japan’s first art-squeeze brand, has officially launched after selling out just 2 seconds after launch and drawing more than 10,000 orders in 48 hours. The business is expanding from wooden product OEM and trade operations into a new kind of lifestyle brand.
Launch of “AIと探す (Beta),” a generative AI-powered question-and-answer search service
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A Japanese company has launched “AIと探す (Beta),” a generative AI-powered question-and-answer search service. The service is part of the LegalXross platform for digitizing contract processes and aims to accelerate customers’ management and business by supporting contract drafting and review, management and analysis, workflows, and improved legal compliance.
[Moriyama, Shiga] Popular event returns after selling out last time: “Crab Festival: Summer Campaign,” featuring 1 whole jumbo red snow crab and all-you-can-eat king crab
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“Crab Festival: Summer Campaign,” an all-you-can-eat event featuring jumbo red snow crab and king crab that sold out last time, is returning to Riseville Tsugayama, a multipurpose facility in Moriyama, Shiga. The conveniently located facility is a 2-minute walk from JR Moriyama Station and serves a wide range of purposes, from business use to community events.
¥39.18 million in grants awarded to 36 initiatives to help build an inclusive society
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Co-op Kyosairen has awarded a total of ¥39.18 million in grants to 36 initiatives aimed at building an inclusive society. The grants are part of its social contribution activities to help create a sustainable society.
[Double award] Certified as a Fukuyama Rose Festival “rose product” and received the Rose Product Judges’ Special Award. Hiroshima auto parts maker launches portable hair comb “薔薇小町,” an ideal Mother’s Day gift
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A Hiroshima auto parts manufacturer has launched “薔薇小町,” a portable hair comb recognized as a “rose product” at the Fukuyama Rose Festival and awarded the Judges’ Special Award, as a Mother’s Day gift. The comb applies resin plating technology developed through automotive parts manufacturing and is offered under the new lifestyle brand LumiKA+.
Originalショート動画広告に特化した株式会社Yaaha、「TikTok for Business Japan Agency Awards 2026」でトリプル受賞！
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Originalショート動画広告に特化した株式会社Yaahaが「TikTok for Business Japan Agency Awards 2026」でトリプル受賞しました。同社はTikTok中心に週120本以上の動画を制作し、累計400社以上のマーケティング支援実績があり、2023年には「Gold+」ランク認定も受けています。
About 70% participate in society within 1–3 years. Good Life Japan, which supports people experiencing social withdrawal, launches online community “親活” to help prevent parents’ isolation
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Good Life Japan, which supports people experiencing social withdrawal, has launched the online community “親活” to help prevent the isolation of their parents. About 70% of those receiving the company’s support participate in society within 1–3 years, and the initiative is expected to expand support for families.
Site showcasing AI vertical short videos launches: SHORTBOOSTER unveils SHORTBOOSTERCreativeGallery, where AI video samples it generates can be viewed by industry and AI model
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BOOSTTECH株式会社 has launched “SHORTBOOSTER Creative Gallery,” a showcase site for AI-generated vertical short videos. Companies can browse examples by industry and AI model, making it easier to envision practical uses for AI video.
“Generative AI Adoption Support Service” launches, offering end-to-end support from requirements definition through maintenance and adoption
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パナソニック デジタル has launched a new service providing end-to-end support for companies adopting generative AI. Drawing on expertise developed within パナソニックグループ, the service covers everything from requirements definition and maintenance to promoting adoption.
Japan’s first acceptance of a food containing an ingredient derived from ロートグループ’s proprietary “甘草エキス末（リコニン®）” as a Food with Function Claims※1
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A food containing an ingredient derived from “甘草エキス末（リコニン®）,” a proprietary ingredient developed by エムジーファーマ of the ロート製薬 Group, has been accepted for the first time in Japan as a Food with Function Claims. The company focuses on lipid metabolism disorders and offers health support, including measures to address triglycerides, in Japan and overseas.
マイナウォレット and 三井住友カード conduct second consecutive stablecoin payment demonstration at Kitakyushu Messe
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マイナウォレット and 三井住友カード have partnered to conduct the second stablecoin payment demonstration at Kitakyushu Messe. The initiative uses digital authentication technology and aims to put a new payment experience into practical use, marking an important development in the convergence of finance and technology.
CrestLab, which is advancing DX in anime production, to exhibit at “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026,” one of Asia’s largest innovation conferences
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CrestLab, a startup originating from NTTドコモ, will exhibit “ANICRA,” an AI-powered platform supporting anime production, at “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026.” The company will showcase its efforts to achieve a sustainable content industry by driving digital transformation in the production process.
“ハハロル” begins airing its first TV commercial, “何ロル？”: a matchmaking service supporting “new encounters” for people aged 50 and over
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“ハハロル,” a matchmaking service for people aged 50 and over, has begun airing its first TV commercial, “何ロル？”. The service is run by a healthcare venture committed to addressing social isolation and supports new encounters for middle-aged and older people.
[エムディー株式会社] Clinic in commercial facility ranks No. 1 in annual sales
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Consulting firm エムディー株式会社 announced that a clinic in a commercial facility it supports ranked No. 1 in annual sales. The company provides clinic-opening consulting for doctors and “gleasin,” an AI tool for store development, demonstrating the effectiveness of its services.
VISIONOID to exhibit its in-house-developed animal-shaped robot “FOX” at the Future Experience Pavilion at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 — It will walk around the venue and talk with visitors; a talk show appearance is scheduled for the final day
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Creative technology company VISIONOID will exhibit its in-house-developed animal-shaped robot “FOX” at “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026.” The company will demonstrate “FOX,” which can converse with visitors, showcasing its technological capabilities in entertainment robotics.
Were you satisfied with the price offered for your watch? 58% were “satisfied” with the offered price, while 52% said it “increased” after negotiating
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According to a survey by the watch-buying service “OURO,” 58% of respondents were “satisfied” with the purchase price. Among those who negotiated, 52% secured a higher offer, highlighting the importance of negotiating when selling.
Prometech to hold “PSC2026,” one of Japan’s largest particle-method simulation conferences, on November 19
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Prometech Software will hold “PSC2026,” one of Japan’s largest conferences on particle-method simulation, on November 19. The event will showcase the latest technologies and case studies in fluid and powder analysis, with the aim of advancing computational science.
Taking children out to play and driving them around are now sports, too. A new approach to skin care shared by the whole family, changing the “my own care comes last” mindset
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A beauty products wholesaler is proposing new skin care that busy parents can share with their families. Framing the everyday demands of parenting as a sport, it highlights the importance of parents not putting their own care on the back burner.
Inflatable play equipment “Baseball Dog Dome” rented 20 times in 1 year! Helping attract families nationwide
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“Baseball Dog Dome,” inflatable play equipment offered by an event equipment rental company, was rented 20 times in 1 year. This success demonstrates its strong ability to attract families to commercial facilities and events nationwide.
A new form of expression: makeup that turns teeth red. New dental cosmetic product creates patterns around the mouth through a “red and white contrast”!
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A company that has offered custom-made basic skin care products exclusively to members for 60 years has launched a new dental cosmetic product that “makes teeth red.” The company plans to use the launch to expand into a new business and open an official website.
Plans announced for Japan’s first entertainment event featuring Bitcoin tipping — held as part of Tokyo Bitcoin Base’s 1st anniversary event on Saturday, April 25, 2026
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ANAPホールディングス plans to stage Japan’s first entertainment event where attendees can tip with Bitcoin, as part of Tokyo Bitcoin Base’s 1st anniversary event on April 25, 2026. The initiative is part of the company’s efforts to realize a richer life through the implementation of the Bitcoin ecosystem.
[Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort] 4th special initiative marking the 10th anniversary of its rebranding: Turning the bounty of the sea into “art of the future” and protecting the ocean with the children who will shape the future — “SUNSUN Festa 2026” community event
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Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort will hold the community event “SUNSUN Festa 2026” to mark the 10th anniversary of its rebranding. The event aims to turn the bounty of the sea into art of the future and protect the ocean together with children.
“I know about disability pension benefits, but can’t apply”: 1 in 10 people get stuck obtaining a medical certificate
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A labor and social security attorney’s office specializing in disability pension applications for depression has supported 428 people a year, secured benefit approvals for 423 people, and achieved results totaling more than 5.4 billion yen. Its representative, Takeshi Miyazato, draws on his family’s experience to stress the importance of easing financial anxiety.
[Real-tech team × digital-tech team] 岡野バルブ製造 makes cloud vendor オルターブース a group company, aiming to become a “new craftsman collective” that updates Japanese manufacturing
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岡野バルブ製造 has made cloud vendor オルターブース a group company, bringing together real tech and digital tech. It aims to update Japanese manufacturing through DX and robotics and become a “new craftsman collective” looking 100 years ahead.
Cadence and NVIDIA expand partnership to drive engineering innovation for the AI era
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The Japanese subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems, Inc., a global vendor of electronic design automation (EDA) tools, is expanding its partnership with NVIDIA to advance engineering innovation for the AI era.
From “aspirational tableware” to “tableware for everyday use”: lifestyle-focused brand shop “CocoLe” to open in Umeda on Saturday, April ２５
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ノーブルトレーダース株式会社 will open “CocoLe,” a lifestyle-focused brand shop, in Umeda on Saturday, April 25. The store will offer carefully selected tableware, from leading global brands to Japanese traditional crafts, contributing to customers’ richer lives and the passing down of culture.
33club pop-up “Love is timeless” to be held at Shibuya PARCO HIGASHI during Golden Week! Bringing a new MIX style pairing vintage items with coordinated looks
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Accessory brand “33club” will hold the “Love is timeless” pop-up store at Shibuya PARCO HIGASHI during Golden Week. It will propose a new MIX style pairing accessories with vintage items and aims to create a more appealing world through accessories that transcend barriers of gender, age, and language.
ビューローベリタスジャパン to hold “SPECIAL DAY 2026” in 5 cities nationwide on sustainability management and revisions to ISO 9001/14001
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ビューローベリタスジャパン will hold “SPECIAL DAY 2026” in 5 cities nationwide, focusing on sustainability management and revisions to ISO 9001/14001. The event will strengthen the company’s role as a global leader supporting customers’ challenges in quality, health and safety, environmental protection, and social responsibility.
北京語言大学 Tokyo Campus holds its 2026 entrance ceremony
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北京語言大学 Tokyo Campus, operated by WEWORLDグループ, held its 2026 entrance ceremony. The group operates a wide range of education and human resource development businesses, including one of Japan’s largest Japanese-language school operations.
ディエスジャパン maintains top “A” rating for 2 consecutive years in ESG assessment “Synesgy” (approximately top 1%)
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ディエスジャパン maintained the top “A” rating for 2 consecutive years in the ESG assessment “Synesgy.” This places the company among approximately the top 1% and reflects its contribution to a sustainable society through its reused toner business.
[Grand prize winner in the wrinkles and rejuvenation surgery category at Medical Asia 2025!] TJ美容外科クリニック launches free online consultations through the special Minfo route
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TJ美容外科クリニック won the grand prize in the wrinkles and rejuvenation surgery category at “Medical Asia 2025” and has launched free online consultations through the special Minfo route to mark the occasion. It offers advanced Korean medical and beauty services for the Japanese market and promotes medical and beauty exchange between Japan and South Korea.
GINORI 1735 announces special project “Officina Ultra”
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OriginalGINORI 1735は、イタリア・フィレンツェで1735年に創業した磁器ブランドで、特別プロジェクト「Officina Ultra」を発表しました。3世紀にわたり高品質なテーブルウェアとインテリアアイテムを提供し、Made in Firenzeにこだわりながらグローバルなライフスタイルブランドとして進化を続けています。
Ren Meguro, REGZA global brand ambassador, stars in TVS REGZA’s new commercial “The One Who Brings Color,” premiering April 21
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TVS REGZA will release its new commercial, “The One Who Brings Color,” featuring global brand ambassador Ren Meguro, on April 21. The commercial aims to showcase the appeal of REGZA-brand televisions and other AV equipment.
[May 13] Lunchtime webinar! The “silent invader” shaking the foundations of Japan’s economy: the shock of a projected 4.7 trillion yen in damage from red imported fire ants and the shift to data-driven environmental risk management
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A lunchtime webinar on May 13 will discuss the startling projection of 4.7 trillion yen in damage from red imported fire ants, which could have a major impact on Japan’s economy, and the shift to data-driven environmental risk management. The event is hosted by a university-born green-tech startup in biodiversity science.
Free content now available: “People Who Get Cancer and Those Who Don’t, Viewed Through Their Eating Habits”!
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Free content titled “People Who Get Cancer and Those Who Don’t, Viewed Through Their Eating Habits” has been released. It is part of an effort to promote micro-CTC testing and eliminate anxiety and suffering related to cancer.
OYO Corporation to showcase “Machi Space®” environmental simulation at Geo Expo 2026, one of Japan’s largest map and location information events
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OYO Corporation will showcase its “Machi Space®” environmental simulation at Geo Expo 2026, one of Japan’s largest map and location information events. The presentation will highlight the company’s efforts to help solve challenges in manufacturing and construction through IT and consulting.
What will change in high-voltage grid connection reviews starting in April? Explaining the real meaning of “acceleration,” 2 decisions to make before applying, and the new forms. Copy
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Information about a company developing a new sales-generating human resources management system for small and medium-sized businesses. It explains the changes to high-voltage grid connection reviews starting in April, what acceleration means, decisions to make before applying, and the new forms.
The 2025 initiatives of the Ibaraki Prefecture Programming Expert Development Program, which aims to nurture “the talent who will lead the next generation,” have concluded
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The 2025 initiatives of the Ibaraki Prefecture Programming Expert Development Program, which aims to nurture “the talent who will lead the next generation,” have concluded. A company that has operated the programming school Tech Kids School for children since 2013 is promoting programming education through the program.
Okinawa resort’s latest style: Unwind body and mind with “sauna × privacy × pool.” To mark the installation of barrel saunas in every Gold Suite, special-value accommodation plans launch April 21, 2026
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A resort hotel in Okinawa operated by ベッセルホテルズ will begin offering accommodation plans for its Gold Suites, which feature a barrel sauna and private pool in every room, from April 21, 2026. The hotel also offers a range of family-friendly services.
Companies mentioned：ベッセルホテルズ、ベッセルホテル、ベッセルイン、ベッセルホテルカンパーナ、レフ by ベッセルホテルズ、レクー
[University of Tokyo’s Yasuda Auditorium] “Expanding Paper Chair” provided for TEDxUTokyo 2026. It transforms from a size that fits into a narrow gap into a bench seating up to 9 people!
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Interior brand CAGUUU will provide its “Expanding Paper Chair,” which folds compactly for storage and can seat up to 9 people, for TEDxUTokyo 2026 at the University of Tokyo’s Yasuda Auditorium. The initiative is part of the company’s effort to treat furniture as an asset and democratize access to high-end furniture.
KENELE STAND Beans Akabane store to open Monday, April 27, 2026!
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KENELE STAND, which develops miniature and art culture centered on capsule toys, will open its Beans Akabane store on April 27, 2026. The store will serve as a hub for sharing a new culture that blends adult hobbies with artistic appeal, from Japan to the world.
JapanTicket partners via API with Traveloka, one of Southeast Asia’s largest travel technology platforms
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JapanTicket has begun an API partnership with Traveloka, one of Southeast Asia’s largest travel technology platforms. The partnership will digitize tourism experiences and dining in Japan and boost efforts to attract inbound travelers.
2 アセットマネジメントOne funds win awards at the Diamond ZAi NISA Investment Trust Grand Prix 2026
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2 funds from アセットマネジメントOne (AM-One) won awards at the Diamond ZAi NISA Investment Trust Grand Prix 2026. AM-One is an asset management company established in October 2016 that provides a range of investment solutions for individual and institutional investors.
NiCE releases “The Agentic AI CX Frontline” report, presenting the first quantitative evidence for delivering AI-first customer experiences at scale
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NiCE has released “The Agentic AI CX Frontline” report, presenting the first quantitative evidence for delivering AI-first customer experiences at scale. The company’s AI-powered platform automates engagement and enables predictive, intelligent actions.
カナダグース to open new concept store in Futako-Tamagawa
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カナダグース will open a new concept store in Futako-Tamagawa. The move is being made by a joint venture established in April 2022 and is aimed at strengthening its lifestyle and performance luxury apparel business.
ＧＳユアサ adopts Skillnote to support autonomous career development for product and service developers
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ＧＳユアサ has adopted the Skillnote skills management system to support autonomous career development for product and service developers. The system enables efficient management of workplace skills and qualifications, planning of development programs, progress tracking, record-keeping and analysis, strengthening quality and human resources management.
Sansan株式会社 resolves reliance on individual employees for network monitoring and operations with Site24x7
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A press release announcing that Sansan株式会社 has adopted Site24x7 to resolve reliance on individual employees for network monitoring and operations. The company is using an IT operations management solution provided by Zoho Japan.
[SMART GOLF survey] “Indoor or outdoor?” is an outdated distinction. The reality of hybrid practice, adopted by 60% of today’s golfers
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SMART GOLF operates more than 190 indoor golf facilities, primarily in the Tokyo metropolitan area, and uses sports science and technology to provide a scientifically grounded environment for improvement. It proposes a data-driven golf lifestyle distinct from conventional driving ranges and aims to build a network of 400 locations.
NTTテクノクロス email misdelivery prevention software “CipherCraft®/Mail” earns No.1 market share for the 18th consecutive year in the email misdelivery prevention tools market
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NTTテクノクロス announced that its email misdelivery prevention software, “CipherCraft®/Mail,” earned the No.1 market share in the email misdelivery prevention tools market for the 18th consecutive year. The achievement reflects the company’s technological capabilities and strong customer support.
PCA endorses the steering council of the HR AI Lab generative AI human resources and labor practices research group
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PCA announced its endorsement of the steering council of HR AI Lab, a research group focused on human resources and labor practices using generative AI. The company plans to strengthen its provision of core business software for small and medium-sized businesses and expand management support.
バイク王 opens new Higashi-Urawa store in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture!
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バイク王 has opened a new store, Higashi-Urawa, in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. The company is expanding its business as a lifestyle design company, offering services that support every aspect of motorcycle life in addition to motorcycle sales and purchases.
“Can you make the right decision when a natural disaster strikes?” Training launches in Minamisanriku to revisit corporate BCPs through disaster-related dilemmas
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The Minamisanriku Tourism Association has launched training in Minamisanriku to review corporate BCPs (business continuity plans) in the event of a natural disaster. The program aims to develop decision-making skills during disasters and enhance corporate sustainability.
[emo’s store] Norwegian-made Sleepytroll, which automatically rocks strollers, goes on sale Tuesday, April 21
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emo’s store will begin selling Sleepytroll, an automatic stroller rocker from Norway, on April 21. The product is designed to ease the burden of childcare on parents and support babies' sleep.
Selected for an applied research project on sewer systems solicited by 国土交通省, following last fiscal year
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Liberaware Co., Ltd. has once again been selected for an applied research project on sewer systems solicited by 国土交通省, following last fiscal year. The company provides one of the world's smallest drones, specializing in the inspection and measurement of “narrow, dark and dangerous” indoor spaces, as well as infrastructure inspection solutions based on analysis of the data they collect.
[Research Case Study] Turning research data into a tool for action and moving markets: AkiSapo's research methods for turning insights into action
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Skyfall operates the reward marketing platform SKYFLAG and the game apps Poker Chase and Pocket Play, and is guided by the vision of “creating a world where good things spread.” This press release presents a case study of research methods for turning insights into action by using survey data to shape initiatives and move markets.
Colliers publishes Japan Capital Markets Flash Report 2026 Q1
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Colliers has published its Japan Capital Markets Flash Report for the first quarter of 2026. The company is a major professional services firm operating in 70 countries worldwide and specializing in real estate services, engineering consulting and investment management.
1 in 5 current high school students have searched for themselves online! Here's why…
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Wakモノ Research Co., Ltd. announced survey findings that 1 in 5 current high school students have searched for their own name online, a practice known as “egosurfing.” The company tracks youth trends and works to solve social issues from young people's perspective.
Toward a Golden Week that’s about more than just relaxing: BEST STYLE FITNESS suggests 3 reasons to get moving
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BEST STYLE FITNESS suggests 3 reasons to get moving during Golden Week, beyond simply taking a break. It supports customers' wellness by pursuing physical and mental health and beauty and providing services that enhance lifelong value.
Seminar Info Inc. will hold a free seminar for financial institutions, “New Models for Financial Institutions to Co-create Value Through Data,” featuring speakers from りそな銀行 and 三菱UFJニコス, on June 11, 2026.
Freeasy makes its first overseas appearance at MARTECH EXPO 2026 in Thailand [Exhibitor Report]
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The self-service survey tool Freeasy made its first overseas appearance at MARTECH EXPO 2026, held in Thailand. The service, which has been adopted by more than 3,000 companies, has begun a full-scale entry into the Southeast Asian market.
The number of registered talent profiles in the HR cloud service HRBrain has surpassed 1 million. Leveraging a data platform with extensive functions including talent management, labor management and surveys, the service supports companies in accelerating human capital management and making strategic decisions.
Fabric signage LUFAS (ルーファス) adopted at JCOM Marketing — installed on a window approximately 10 m high to create a striking entrance
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Tobinichi Printing's fabric signage LUFAS has been adopted at the JCOM Marketing Nerima Regional Office. Installed on a window 10 m high, it creates an attractive entrance while screening the back-office area from view.
Domo launches a specialist organization dedicated to helping embed company-wide data use to accelerate DX, and begins offering a new service
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Domo Inc. has established a specialist organization dedicated to helping companies embed data use across their organizations to accelerate DX. It has launched a new service that addresses insufficient adoption after platform implementation and enables business processes to be optimized in a matter of days.
[M&A Best Partners × 1 Million Classic Live] A classical music concert will be held at Honmon Butsuryu-shu Myoshinji Temple on April 25 (Sat.)!
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M&A Best Partners and “1 Million Classic Live” have partnered to hold a classical music concert at Honmon Butsuryu-shu Myoshinji Temple on April 25. The event aims to contribute to the local community and foster connections through music.
[Announcement of enrollment-fee waiver and half-price first-month tuition campaign] A cram school specializing in comeback admissions is offering a waived enrollment fee and half-price first-month tuition through April 30, 2026
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At Gyakuten Gokaku Tokka Juku, operated by スタディチェーン株式会社, a campaign offering a waived enrollment fee and half-price tuition for the first month is running through April 30, 2026. The campaign aims to provide strong support for students preparing for entrance exams and those seeking to catch up in their studies.
[Now accepting registrations] Corporate seminar to be held: “Learn it all in 90 minutes! The front lines of logistics DX accelerated by AI, robots and smartphones”
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SoftBank Robotics will hold a corporate seminar explaining the latest developments in logistics DX using AI, robots and smartphones in 90 minutes. The company, whose track record includes deployments of Pepper and other solutions, will present its latest automation solutions.
Ahead of the launch of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's “SCS Assessment System,” MOTEX supports companies in preparing early with a new course in its Support Academy focused on the 3-star rating
Qubena, a learning e-portal and AI-powered learning materials, to begin full-scale use of learning data this fiscal year in municipalities across the prefecture through integration with 香川県's education dashboard — further promoting learner-centered data use in 香川県
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Qubena, a learning e-portal and AI-powered learning materials from COMPASS Inc., is beginning full-scale use of learning data through integration with 香川県's education dashboard. The initiative will further promote learner-centered data use in municipalities across the prefecture.
b.box to hold its first custom-experience event, “Play of Color”.
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Australian baby products brand b.box will hold its first custom-experience event, “Play of Color.” Hosted by an agency representing outstanding brands from around the world, the event will offer personalized experiences through color and present a lifestyle designed to enrich everyday life.
As the Senseki Line marks its 100th anniversary, Zunda Saryo to open at Matsushima-Kaigan Station, the gateway to Matsushima, one of the Three Scenic Views of Japan, on April 24 (Fri.)!
Making its Japan debut! Indonesian resort fashion brand Baha Gia to hold a pop-up at NEWoMan Takanawa
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Indonesian resort fashion brand Baha Gia makes its Japan debut. It will hold a limited-time pop-up store at NEWoMan Takanawa, offering a lifestyle that embodies LUMINE’s vision of “a new sense of self.”
Around 30 new titles unveiled all at once! A lineup of new releases is now streaming, with something you’re sure to want to watch, from comedy to suspense