# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-22 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 2 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 573 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 41 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Spring outing goods arrive from Tokino:ne (Tokinone), Watts’ fashion accessories brand!

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000317.000084599.html
- anchor: #n182169

New goods for spring outings are being released by Tokino:ne (Tokinone), the fashion accessories brand of Watts, which operates 100-yen shops and other stores nationwide.

## Demi Moore appointed global ambassador for ランコム

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000012459.html
- anchor: #n182168
- Companies mentioned: ランコム

Demi Moore, a world-renowned actress, has been appointed global ambassador for cosmetics brand ランコム.

## 【SaaS survival survey in the AI era】More than 80% say AI advances have made them feel SaaS needs to be reassessed, while 60% or more recognize that “governance SaaS cannot be replaced by AI”

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000050743.html
- anchor: #n182167
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイトレッド

According to a survey by エイトレッド, more than 80% feel that advances in AI mean SaaS needs to be reassessed, while 60% or more recognize that “governance SaaS cannot be replaced by AI.”

## Jackery to hold its first online talk show on April 28 (Wed.), exploring how portable power stations can enrich daily life, with topics ranging from outdoor activities to disaster preparedness

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000332.000039188.html
- anchor: #n182166
- Companies mentioned: Jackery

Jackery will hold its first online talk show about portable power stations on April 28. The show will cover a wide range of topics, including outdoor activities and disaster preparedness.

## Cybozu officially launches “kintone AI”

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000337.000027677.html
- anchor: #n182165
- Companies mentioned: サイボウズ株式会社

Cybozu has announced the official launch of AI features on its business improvement platform, “kintone.”

## Learning from ロート製薬: What combinations can drive discontinuous growth?

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000340.000034249.html
- anchor: #n182164
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ストライクグループ、ロート製薬

株式会社ストライクグループ transitioned to a holding company structure on April 1, 2026. The group will strengthen its response to management challenges, including M&A brokerage and business succession issues.

## Launch of “Family Governance Development Consulting” to achieve “sustainable growth” and “sound succession” for family businesses

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000344.000058707.html
- anchor: #n182163
- Companies mentioned: タナベコンサルティンググループ

タナベコンサルティンググループ has launched “Family Governance Development Consulting” to support “sustainable growth” and “sound succession” for family businesses.

## “Comprehension quiz” feature added to eligible Schoo for Business training packages

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000350.000006391.html
- anchor: #n182162
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Schoo

Schoo, an online learning community, has added a “comprehension quiz” feature to eligible training packages for its corporate learning service, “Schoo for Business,” to measure learning retention.

## Mone Kamishiraishi makes her first appearance in the familiar TV commercial series featuring Yutaka Takenouchi and the line “What will you do? GOする！” New “GO economically! GO Economy” commercial released

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000354.000030664.html
- anchor: #n182161

GO Inc. has released a new commercial, “Get a Good Deal with GO! GO Economy,” in its “What Should We Do? Let’s GO!” TV commercial series, featuring Mone Kamishiraishi for the first time. The company operates a range of businesses in the mobility sector and aims to help address social challenges in Japan.

## KPMG Consulting conducts survey on the maturity of alignment between business and HR strategies

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000359.000088324.html
- anchor: #n182160
- Companies mentioned: KPMGジャパン

KPMG Consulting conducted a survey on the maturity of alignment between companies’ business and HR strategies. The initiative aims to clarify the state of human capital management.

## 東北大学COI-NEXT「Vision to Connect」拠点に参画産学官連携の社会実装で地域に貢献4月29日（水・祝）「JINS PARK」で啓発イベントを開催！

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000375.000027384.html
- anchor: #n182159
- Companies mentioned: 東北大学

アイウエアブランド「JINS」が東北大学COI-NEXT「Vision to Connect」拠点に参画します。4月29日には「JINS PARK」で産学官連携の社会実装に向けた啓発イベントを開催します。

## Analyzing 25 years of trends at Yamagata University to pave the way to admission in 2027.

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000379.000176368.html
- anchor: #n182158
- Companies mentioned: 山形大学

スタディチェーン株式会社が山形大学の過去25年分の入試傾向を分析した2027年受験生向けの対策を発表した。

## The 2nd collaboration with popular illustrator umao! A lineup of summery items, including art that floats gently on the water

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000390.000005765.html
- anchor: #n182157
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サザビーリーグ (推測)

Lifestyle brand Afternoon Tea LIVING will release summer items as the 2nd collaboration with popular illustrator umao.

## One year after the story-posting site TALES launched, the number of published works has topped 24,000. Works are reaching audiences in more ways, including through books, staged readings and anime adaptations.

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000391.000017890.html
- anchor: #n182156
- Companies mentioned: note株式会社

The story-posting site TALES has surpassed 24,000 published works in the 1 year since its launch. In line with the philosophy of the media platform note, it supports creators and encourages diverse adaptations of their work.

## Demand for business T-shirts surges 9.7-fold in 6 years; early rollout at a record scale, with quantities at 140% of the previous year

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000391.000115161.html
- anchor: #n182155

Demand for business T-shirts has surged 9.7-fold in 6 years, prompting an early rollout at a record scale, with quantities at 140% of the previous year. The trend is being driven by the widespread adoption of business casual.

## Debuting to mark the renovation of 伊勢丹新宿店! A new langue de chat experience, “Lan Lantern,” goes on sale May 20 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000409.000012005.html
- anchor: #n182154
- Companies mentioned: 伊勢丹新宿店

To mark the renovation of 伊勢丹新宿店, a cookie brand from Aoyama, Tokyo, will launch a new langue de chat confection, “Lan Lantern,” on May 20 (Wednesday). Known for its “Cigarettes,” made with generous amounts of butter, the brand has offered confections loved as gifts since its founding in 1969.

## サントリーウエルネス adopts VoC analysis AI “AI Central Voice,” using AI to structure call data for customer insights and decision-making

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000418.000048939.html
- anchor: #n182153
- Companies mentioned: サントリーウエルネス、テックタッチ株式会社

サントリーウエルネス has adopted “AI Central Voice,” a VoC analysis AI provided by テックタッチ株式会社. It will use AI to structure call data to better understand customers and make effective decisions on initiatives.

## Classmethod launches “AI-Driven Legacy Migration,” an end-to-end AI service covering everything from upgrades to operations and maintenance for aging systems

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000448.000014901.html
- anchor: #n182152
- Companies mentioned: アマゾン ウェブ サービス (AWS)

Classmethod has launched “AI-Driven Legacy Migration,” an end-to-end service that uses AI to support aging systems. It streamlines the modernization of legacy systems with AI.

## TOKIUM to hold online seminar on automating invoice matching with AI

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000009888.html
- anchor: #n182151

TOKIUM will hold an online seminar on automating invoice matching with AI. The event is relevant to companies seeking to improve accounting efficiency and optimize spending.

## KDDIアイレット wins in 2 categories, “AI” and “Talent Development,” at the Google Cloud Partner of the Year Award for the 2nd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000009999.html
- anchor: #n182150
- Companies mentioned: KDDIアイレット、Google Cloud

KDDIアイレット has won in 2 categories, “AI” and “Talent Development,” at the Google Cloud Partner of the Year Award for the 2nd consecutive year.

## WiFiBOX gets full-scale rollout at 東横INN, with installations at 34 more locations nationwide, expanding to a total of 66 locations

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000483.000006419.html
- anchor: #n182149
- Companies mentioned: 東横INN、テレコムスクエア

テレコムスクエア has newly installed WiFiBOX at 34 東横INN locations nationwide, bringing the total to 66 locations. Travelers can now rent Wi-Fi routers more easily, improving convenience during their trips.

## Investment in 株式会社Brave group, which develops IP-related businesses globally, with a focus on comprehensive VTuber production

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000583.000047342.html
- anchor: #n182148
- Companies mentioned: グローバル・ブレイン株式会社、株式会社Brave group

Global Brain, one of Japan’s largest independent venture capital firms, announced an investment in Brave group, which operates IP businesses including comprehensive VTuber production.

## Good Design Grand Award winner Takashi Yoshida to speak at the 1st pre-event lecture for the “Renovation School @ 新潟市”

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000602.000021357.html
- anchor: #n182147
- Companies mentioned: 新潟市

新潟市 will hold the 1st pre-event lecture for the “Renovation School @ 新潟市,” featuring Good Design Grand Award winner Takashi Yoshida.

## Open-ear audio enters a new field | Shokz OpenFit Pro goes on sale April 22, 2026

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000617.000036256.html
- anchor: #n182146
- Companies mentioned: フォーカルポイント、Shokz

フォーカルポイント will launch the open-ear earbuds “Shokz OpenFit Pro” in the Japanese market on April 22, 2026, as a new product designed to enrich everyday life.

## “Ishikari Renewable Energy Data Center No. 1” completed, advancing sustainable community development through renewable energy in collaboration with Ishikari City

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000006953.html
- anchor: #n182145
- Companies mentioned: 東急不動産、東急不動産ホールディングス

東急不動産 has completed “Ishikari Renewable Energy Data Center No. 1” in collaboration with Ishikari City, using renewable energy.

## Buyee Connect sees a 3.1-fold increase in adoption by trading card e-commerce sites in 1 year

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000886.000035599.html
- anchor: #n182144

The number of trading card-focused e-commerce sites adopting Buyee Connect, a cross-border e-commerce support service, surged 3.1-fold in 1 year, the company announced. This is an important indicator of growing demand for cross-border e-commerce.

## Street bag brand EDGELINK to open its first directly operated store, at Namba Parks, on April 22

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000913.000015319.html
- anchor: #n182143

Street bag brand EDGELINK will open its first directly operated store at Namba Parks on April 22.

## [マリメッコ] A light-blue Unikko home collection arrives to brighten early-summer dining tables. A brand fair will also be held at all stores.

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000933.000095084.html
- anchor: #n182142
- Companies mentioned: マリメッコ

マリメッコ has unveiled a light-blue Unikko home collection to brighten early-summer dining tables and will hold a brand fair at all stores. The company aims to create new lifestyles and value while pursuing customer satisfaction.

## Rings engraved with memorable lines from the anime Haikyu!! return with 10 new designs. Quotes including Oikawa’s “Then, I’m counting on you guys again today” are engraved on the inside.

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000937.000037605.html
- anchor: #n182141
- Companies mentioned: ユートレジャー

Rings engraved with memorable lines from the anime Haikyu!! are returning with 10 new designs. These fine jewelry pieces from ユートレジャー are made for fans and feature lines including Oikawa’s quote engraved on the inside.

## Reprinted immediately after release: Why do Japanese managers struggle alone? “What the World’s Best Teach Their Subordinates” reveals the decisive differences in management around the world; 2nd printing announced!

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000938.000080658.html
- anchor: #n182140

Cross Media Group Inc. has announced a 2nd printing of “What the World’s Best Teach Their Subordinates,” a book that reveals the differences between management in Japan and around the world.

## ワンダーシェアー’s Filmora and PDFelement win consecutive awards at the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring”

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000955.000020603.html
- anchor: #n182139
- Companies mentioned: ワンダーシェアー、ITreview

ワンダーシェアーの『Filmora』と『PDFelement』が「ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring」で連続受賞しました。これは、同社の「wonderful」を「share」するという企業理念に基づいた、シンプルで便利な製品開発が評価されたものです。

## SB C&S wins “Nutanix 2026 APJ Distributor of the Year Award” at Nutanix.NEXT 2026

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001024.000022656.html
- anchor: #n182138
- Companies mentioned: Nutanix、ソフトバンクグループ

SB C&S Corporation won the “Nutanix 2026 APJ Distributor of the Year Award” at Nutanix.NEXT 2026. The award recognizes the company’s provision of products and solutions leveraging advanced technologies such as cloud and AI in the IT distribution business, and its expansion in the corporate and consumer markets.

## 【V Point 2nd Anniversary】A great deal for both new and existing users! “Super V Point Festival” begins April 22

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001260.000000983.html
- anchor: #n182137

To mark its 2nd anniversary, V Point will hold the “Super V Point Festival” starting April 22. Open to both new and existing users, the campaign aims to offer “small moments of happiness” tailored to each customer by leveraging V Point Marketing’s proprietary data science.

## 【大学受験ナビオ】“Comprehensive Selection Exam Kickoff Seminar” for 3rd-year high school students, running through September

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001552.000049291.html
- anchor: #n182136
- Companies mentioned: Ｚ会グループ、株式会社Ｚ会、大学受験ナビオ

大学受験ナビオ, part of the Ｚ会グループ, will run its “Comprehensive Selection Exam Kickoff Seminar” for 3rd-year high school students through September. The comprehensive education group, which provides a wide range of services including correspondence courses and classroom instruction, is strengthening its university entrance exam preparation offerings.

## No. 1 in Amazon category rankings, with a reprint decided before publication! Already over 10,000 copies sold! “Nature Is Amazing,” which will change how you see the world, goes on sale

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001554.000018193.html
- anchor: #n182135
- Companies mentioned: ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン、Amazon

ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン announced that its new book “Nature Is Amazing” ranked No. 1 in Amazon category rankings, prompting a reprint before publication and bringing sales to over 10,000 copies. The achievements demonstrate the company’s content strategy and market influence.

## 【Yokohama City】【Subsidy information, individual consultations and product viewing all in one visit!】Seminars on “apartment window renovations” for businesses and residents to be held on May 30

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001909.000013670.html
- anchor: #n182134

Yokohama City will hold seminars on “apartment window renovations” for businesses and residents on May 30. The seminars will offer an opportunity to get subsidy information, individual consultations and product viewing all in one place, promoting window renovations.

## ＼Yokohama City’s official Instagram surpasses 150,000 followers!／

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001911.000013670.html
- anchor: #n182133

Yokohama City’s official Instagram account has surpassed 150,000 followers. It shares the appeal of the international city of Yokohama, where a history dating back to the opening of its port blends with modern attractions, and has grown its following against a backdrop of cultural and artistic activities and a concentration of global companies.

## Starting April 25, 2026, new products including brooches, postcards and stickers celebrating the Harry Potter 25th anniversary will be released sequentially at “Harry Potter Mahou Dokoro”!

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002031.000022901.html
- anchor: #n182132

New products celebrating the Harry Potter 25th anniversary, including brooches, postcards and stickers, will be released sequentially at “Harry Potter Mahou Dokoro” starting April 25, 2026. Limited-edition items eagerly awaited by fans will offer an opportunity to enjoy the world of the series with all five senses.

## ヒューマングループ takes on the decline in the working population: launches “Human Build Future.” special website highlighting 4 priority areas and releases brand movie

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002067.000005089.html
- anchor: #n182131
- Companies mentioned: ヒューマングループ、大阪エヴェッサ、Human Academy CREST GAMING

ヒューマングループ has launched “Human Build Future.”, a special website highlighting 4 priority areas, and released a brand movie in response to the social challenge of a declining working population. It showcases the group’s commitment to building the future through diverse businesses spanning education, human resources, nursing care and IT.

## Seminar titled “Learn the 10 Rules! An Introductory Course in Financial Analysis,” led by Shinichi Mori, Representative Director and President of 合同会社ヒューマンパワー・リサーチ, to be held on Friday, May 22, 2026!

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004400.000032407.html
- anchor: #n182130
- Companies mentioned: 新社会システム総合研究所(SSK)、合同会社ヒューマンパワー・リサーチ

新社会システム総合研究所(SSK) will hold an introductory seminar on “financial analysis” on May 22, 2026, with Shinichi Mori of 合同会社ヒューマンパワー・リサーチ as the instructor. The seminar is part of the company’s paid business seminars for corporations, which provide cutting-edge information with direct business relevance.

## New multifunction office chair designed for Japanese body types and comfortable even after long periods of sitting

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005916.000011495.html
- anchor: #n182129

A Japanese general supply manufacturer has launched a multifunction office chair designed for Japanese body types and comfortable even after long periods of sitting. The launch expands its product lineup designed to make digital life more comfortable.

## Mini album and stage adaptation of “If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die” released today!

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009456.000014827.html
- anchor: #n182128

The mini album and stage adaptation of “If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die” were released today. The company operates a wide range of entertainment businesses using intellectual property and develops IP through a media-mix strategy.

## Learn together with the hugely popular “Water Challenge” from YouTube and elsewhere: “Learn Proverbs with Water Challenge! 125 Proverbs” goes on sale today!

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019189.000007006.html
- anchor: #n182127
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA

The book “Learn Proverbs with Water Challenge! 125 Proverbs,” which offers a chance to learn with the popular YouTube series “Water Challenge,” went on sale today. The educational content from KADOKAWA is part of a media-mix strategy that leverages intellectual property.

## 【A nonfiction picture book about the dolphin beloved in Okinawa for 50 years】“Okichan of Churaumi: The World’s Greatest Dolphin Who Made 50 Million People Smile” goes on sale April 22, 2026

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019243.000007006.html
- anchor: #n182126
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA

KADOKAWA will release the nonfiction picture book “Okichan of Churaumi: The World’s Greatest Dolphin Who Made 50 Million People Smile” on April 22, 2026. The book is about Okichan, a dolphin beloved in Okinawa for 50 years, and aims to bring smiles and hope to many people through the moving story of the dolphin’s life.

## “Awajishima Walker 2026-27,” on sale April 22, devotes its entire issue to “island cuisine”! A photo feature on Kansai Junior’s Takuya Nishimura also draws attention

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019267.000007006.html
- anchor: #n182125
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA

KADOKAWA will release “Awajishima Walker 2026-27” on April 22. The magazine features “island cuisine” and includes a photo feature on Takuya Nishimura of Kansai Junior, presenting Awajishima’s appeal from multiple angles.

## Campaign marks the release of Noritake Suzuki’s latest picture book, “New Edition: Space Sushi”

- Published: 2026-04-22T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019293.000007006.html
- anchor: #n182124
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA

KADOKAWA is holding a campaign to mark the release of Noritake Suzuki’s latest picture book, “New Edition: Space Sushi.” The company aims to maximize IP value through its “Global Media Mix with Technology” strategy.

## Sponsors the 2026 fiscal year children’s invitation performance “Theater of the Heart”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:59:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000141073.html
- anchor: #n182245
- Companies mentioned: 鉄建建設

鉄建建設 will sponsor the 2026 fiscal year children’s invitation performance “Theater of the Heart.” Founded in 1944, the company specializes in railway construction and is strengthening ties with local communities through social contribution activities.

## 【Held April 24】Heatstroke: “More than 90% of deaths involve errors in initial response”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:56:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000141948.html
- anchor: #n182246

株式会社グロップ will hold an online seminar on April 24 titled “Heatstroke Prevention Seminar: More than 90% of deaths result from errors in initial response.” Experts will explain heatstroke prevention and appropriate initial responses in emergencies, supporting safe workplaces and healthy daily lives.

## 屋上緑化システム株式会社 earns SBT (Science Based Targets) certification

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:56:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000181515.html
- anchor: #n182247

屋上緑化システム株式会社 has earned SBT (Science Based Targets) certification. Through rooftop and wall greening and self-consumption solar power generation, the company supports corporate decarbonization management and sustainable growth. The certification demonstrates its strong commitment to environmental contributions.

## 【Today, April 22, is Administrative Professionals’ Day】On careers for secretaries to thrive in the AI era: 株式会社Secretary to hold a networking event with a seminar for secretaries in Omotesando on May 22

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000167681.html
- anchor: #n182248

株式会社Secretary will hold a networking event with a seminar in Omotesando on May 22, focusing on careers for secretaries in the AI era. The company aims to contribute to Japan’s economic development by training secretaries and promoting their success.

## 約1万人規模企業と“約135倍差”、従業員74名の「あつまる」が上位ランクイン※マイナビ・日経 2027年卒大学生就職企業人気ランキング

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:48:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000069702.html
- anchor: #n182249
- Companies mentioned: マイナビ、日経

従業員74名の株式会社あつまるが、マイナビ・日経 2027年卒大学生就職企業人気ランキングで上位にランクインしたことを発表。マーケティングと新卒採用コンサルティングで企業の持続的成長を支援する企業。

## Survey on “learning” among sole proprietors: More than 60% say they have “almost no time to study”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:47:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000175025.html
- anchor: #n182250

According to a survey conducted by the International Co-Medical and Healthcare Association (ICHA), more than 60% of sole proprietors said they have “almost no time to study.” ICHA runs a “future-oriented community” that provides business knowledge and consultation support not only to practitioners but also to business owners across a range of industries, helping them realize their business goals and dreams.

## 【独自調査】台湾「アパートメントホテル」投資の罠とは？日系企業の勝機を探る最新トレンドをワイズリサーチが発表

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:47:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000059899.html
- anchor: #n182251
- Companies mentioned: ワイズリサーチ

ワイズリサーチが台湾のアパートメントホテル投資に関する独自調査を発表。日系企業が台湾市場で成功するための最新トレンドと潜在的な落とし穴を分析し、勝機を探る。

## April 28 is Senior Day: A sharp rise in people in their 50s breaking free from “midlife crisis.” A new option: entrusting their second act to a career in “beauty care for older adults”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:46:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000025369.html
- anchor: #n182252

In connection with Senior Day on April 28, more people in their 50s are overcoming “midlife crisis” and building new careers in “beauty care for older adults,” a field that combines caregiving and beauty. Supported by a human resources consulting company, this trend is bringing purpose and happiness to workers.

## The luxury of doing nothing, savored precisely because it is the rainy season. Limited-time rainy-season plan “A luxury of doing nothing, unwinding to the sound of rain” at Ryoso Umi no Cho in Ise, Mie Prefecture

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:46:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000061549.html
- anchor: #n182253

And Resort Co., Ltd. announced the limited-time rainy-season plan “A luxury of doing nothing, unwinding to the sound of rain” at Ryoso Umi no Cho in Ise, Mie Prefecture. The plan aims to offer a special relaxing experience during the rainy season.

## ギオン、2026年度入社式を開催。新入社員40名が「人が輝く物流」の担い手に

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:42:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000141766.html
- anchor: #n182053
- Companies mentioned: ギオン

総合物流企業であるギオンは2026年度入社式を開催し、新入社員40名が新たに入社しました。「人が輝く物流」の担い手としての期待が寄せられています。

## EEFUL DB launches a new series in its popular column “Care: An Anatomy for New Care Managers”: “Tips for a Long Career as a Care Manager: The Assessment Edition”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:41:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000121171.html
- anchor: #n182054
- Companies mentioned: EEFUL DB

EEFUL DB has launched “Tips for a Long Career as a Care Manager: The Assessment Edition,” a new series in its popular column “Care: An Anatomy for New Care Managers.”

## 日本タオル発祥の地「大阪・泉州」「ろ七タオル」感謝の気持ち、1年後もそのままに。母の日・父の日に贈る「1年以上使える」最高級タオルギフトBOXが4月22日より数量限定で発売開始

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000166760.html
- anchor: #n182058
- Companies mentioned: ろ七タオル

Long-established towel maker “ろ七タオル” in Osaka Senshu will begin selling a premium towel gift box that lasts more than 1 year in limited quantities starting April 22. The gift is intended for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.

## 元テレビ東京アナウンサー亀井京子氏司会、事業承継に向けた第一歩

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000113523.html
- anchor: #n182057
- Companies mentioned: テレビ東京

元テレビ東京アナウンサー亀井京子氏の司会で、全国65か所で「ウーリー」を運営する法人が事業承継に向けた取り組みを開始しました。

## エアージェイのデバイス周辺機器に名入れ対応開始

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000165428.html
- anchor: #n182056
- Companies mentioned: エアージェイ

㈱KILAMEKは、エアージェイ製デバイス周辺機器への名入れカスタマイズサービスの提供を開始した。企業の販促商品やノベルティとして、高品質なモバイルアクセサリーの提供が可能になる。

## Learn the meaning of Tanabata decorations and enjoy the Japanese traditional event with the storybook “Tanabata: Who Wrote a Wish?” on sale April 16

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002317.000009728.html
- anchor: #n182055
- Companies mentioned: 世界文化社グループ

世界文化社グループが、七夕の伝統行事を楽しむための絵本『たなばた ねがいごと かいたの だあれ？』を4月16日に発売。子どもたちに日本の伝統文化を伝えるコンテンツの提供を目的としています。

## Special seminar announced: 5th Asset Management EXPO Summer to explain “grid-scale battery storage investment,” turning Japan’s electricity challenges into an asset

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:38:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000176494.html
- anchor: #n182059

A special seminar on “grid-scale battery storage investment” will be held at the 5th Asset Management EXPO Summer. It will explain how to turn Japan’s electricity challenges into an asset.

## For practicing physicians: AI-powered medical catchment area research service launches as healthcare-focused web design firm SO MEDICAL DESIGN incorporates and expands services

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:37:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000106182.html
- anchor: #n182060

Healthcare-focused web design firm SO MEDICAL DESIGN has incorporated and launched an AI-powered medical catchment area research service for practicing physicians.

## ME-Q launches convenient, stylish custom mesh pouches! Flat pouches with straps, customizable from 1 piece (2026/04/21)

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:35:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000339.000072705.html
- anchor: #n182061
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MAW

株式会社MAW has launched custom mesh pouches through ME-Q (Make), its custom merchandise creation service. They can be made starting from 1 piece.

## 【自治体職員を目指す皆さんへ】令和８年度相模原市職員採用試験（大学卒業程度＆免許資格職）の申込受付がスタート！

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:35:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000573.000072959.html
- anchor: #n182062
- Companies mentioned: 相模原市

神奈川県相模原市は、令和8年度の職員採用試験（大学卒業程度・免許資格職）の申込受付を開始しました。リニア新駅設置予定など将来性豊かな政令指定都市としての魅力を背景に、次世代を担う人材を募集します。

## 143% of target reached: Final call with 30 seats remaining | “A life-changing 10x experience” event to be held in Ginza

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:33:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000178506.html
- anchor: #n182063
- Companies mentioned: R-plusic

R-plusic, which operates a transformation platform combining bodywork, coaching and music, will hold an event in Ginza for business leaders and people taking on challenges. The event reached 143% of its target, and final applications have opened for the remaining 30 seats.

## “Smile Cars,” a no-store used-car buying franchise, opens 2 new locations in April 2026, expanding to 132 locations nationwide and further strengthening community-based car-life support

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:32:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000162929.html
- anchor: #n182064
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スマイルカンパニー

“Smile Cars,” a no-store used-car buying franchise operated by 株式会社スマイルカンパニー, opened 2 new locations in April 2026, expanding its network to 132 locations nationwide.

## World’s first※ AI dog-language translation smart collar “Mibuddy” arrives in Japan for the first time. The buzzworthy product, which exceeded its Kickstarter goal by 3,500%, will launch its project on Makuake in summer 2026

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000181967.html
- anchor: #n182081
- Companies mentioned: La.riberta合同会社、Makuake、Kickstarter

La.riberta合同会社 is bringing “Mibuddy,” the world’s first AI-powered smart collar that translates dog language and achieved 3,500% of its goal on Kickstarter, to Japan for the first time, and will launch a project on Makuake in summer 2026.

## “A Mother’s Day gift born from 464 voices, for mothers concerned about their skin”: Pharmaceutical maker Takamitsu’s individually packaged serum “Perserum” Mother’s Day gift campaign begins April 25

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000171026.html
- anchor: #n182080

Takamitsu Co., Ltd. will launch a Mother’s Day gift campaign for “Perserum,” an individually packaged serum developed using pharmaceutical manufacturing technology, starting April 25.

## A new solution to labor shortages and rising costs in the service industry: Abe, with more than 30 years of frontline experience and an extensive support record, appointed adviser to accelerate adoption of real-world tipping service “Kimochiru”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000147551.html
- anchor: #n182079

Abe, who has more than 30 years of experience on the front lines of the service industry, has been appointed adviser to the company operating the real-world tipping service “Kimochiru.” The company aims to address labor shortages and rising costs in the service industry.

## GW、藤井大丸の地下に「昭和の縁日」が出現 建替前最後のイベントとして「京都夜市 in 藤井大丸」を5日間開催

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000163583.html
- anchor: #n182078
- Companies mentioned: 藤井大丸、合同会社京都夜市プロジェクト

GW期間中、建替前最後のイベントとして藤井大丸の地下で「京都夜市 in 藤井大丸」が5日間開催される。昭和の縁日を再現した内容となる。

## Lifestyle magazine “はいから” for active seniors teams up with adult clubs. Shoe brand “WTシューズ,” whose theme is “Let’s walk until age 100!”, to hold a health seminar on “walking more comfortably starting today.”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000120237.html
- anchor: #n182077
- Companies mentioned: はいから、WTシューズ

Senior magazine はいから and shoe brand WTシューズ are collaborating to hold a health seminar themed “Let’s Walk Until We’re 100!” The initiative supports healthy walking among active seniors.

## Contemporary ikebana artist Saiho Osono × Sekisai | Large outdoor installation to be displayed at “Meet with Flowers in TOKYO YNK 2026”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000108508.html
- anchor: #n182076
- Companies mentioned: 積彩デザイン事務所

Contemporary ikebana artist Saiho Osono and 積彩デザイン事務所 are collaborating to display a large outdoor installation at “Meet with Flowers in TOKYO YNK 2026.”

## 社会福祉法人ちとせ交友会、全国の保育現場に理念"HOME"を体現するAI社長「AIちこちゃん」導入 ――保育現場に寄り添う24時間のAIパートナーで組織力強化

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000139335.html
- anchor: #n182075
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人ちとせ交友会、株式会社THA

株式会社THA has introduced AI president “AI Chiko-chan,” embodying its philosophy, for 社会福祉法人ちとせ交友会’s childcare facilities nationwide. The organization aims to strengthen its capabilities with a 24-hour AI partner.

## 日建レンタコム株式会社 adopts “Josys,” eliminating analog manual work and reducing workload by 30%

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000099889.html
- anchor: #n182074
- Companies mentioned: 日建レンタコム株式会社、ジョーシス株式会社

日建レンタコム株式会社 has adopted the SaaS management cloud “Josys” and succeeded in reducing manual IT asset management work by 30%.

## The “Children’s Architecture School” enters its 3rd year and holds its first graduation ceremony for the 1st cohort

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000029522.html
- anchor: #n182073
- Companies mentioned: 類設計室

The “Children’s Architecture School,” run by 類設計室, enters its 3rd year and has held its first graduation ceremony for the 1st cohort.

## Edge AI development contest “ROHM EDGE HACK CHALLENGE 2026” to be held

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000062988.html
- anchor: #n182072
- Companies mentioned: ローム株式会社

ローム株式会社 will hold the Edge AI development contest “ROHM EDGE HACK CHALLENGE 2026.” The semiconductor manufacturer, which puts quality and reliability first, is promoting innovation in Edge AI technology.

## 【Okulu personalized gifts that convey your feelings】Flowers alone aren’t enough for Mother’s Day. “Fleur Mug Gift,” combining personalized engraving with birth flowers, now available

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000154426.html
- anchor: #n182071
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MIYABI

株式会社MIYABI has launched “Fleur Mug Gift,” a new Mother’s Day gift combining personalized engraving with birth flowers. It is offered as a gift that conveys feelings beyond flowers.

## 【シニアの意識調査】シニアの4割以上が「3か月に1回」歯科受診。受診理由の1位は「予防・定期健診」56.5％となり、口腔ケアは“治療”から“メンテナンス”の時代へ

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000135585.html
- anchor: #n182070

シニアの4割以上が「3か月に1回」歯科を受診し、主な理由が「予防・定期健診」であることが判明。口腔ケアが治療からメンテナンスへとシフトしている。

## 【岐阜県飛騨市】郷土と土着、似て非なる飛騨出身の美術家２名の展覧会を同時開催「袖垣治彦 木版画展(第Ⅰ期) ～飛騨の山々、渓流、高原を彫る～」 /「土着との出会い―蒲雄二の還る処」

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000120394.html
- anchor: #n182069
- Companies mentioned: 岐阜県飛騨市

岐阜県飛騨市が、同市出身の美術家である袖垣治彦氏と蒲雄二氏の展覧会を同時開催します。

## Shared office brand “THE HUB” expands partnerships — affiliated workspaces surpass 1800 locations nationwide, making it one of the largest networks in Japan

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000047553.html
- anchor: #n182068

Shared office brand “THE HUB” announced that it has expanded its partner workspaces to more than 1800 locations, making it one of the largest networks in Japan.

## 【Survey on engineers’ candid views of resignation and career changes】76.9% of engineers say their impression of their former company improved after leaving

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000256.000030026.html
- anchor: #n182067
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハッカズーク、株式会社レイン

Hackerzook has absorbed and merged with recruitment support company Rain, integrating its alumni (former employee) and recruitment businesses. It will roll out the “BBB platform” to support human capital management. In a survey, 76.9% of engineers said their impression of their former company improved after leaving.

## At Ninohama Beach in front of 休暇村 Echizen-Mikuni in Mikuni-cho, Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, the native spring plant beach radish is coming into bloom

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000738.000085653.html
- anchor: #n182066
- Companies mentioned: 休暇村

Beach radish, a native spring plant, is coming into bloom at Ninohama Beach in front of the resort hotel 休暇村 Echizen-Mikuni in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture. The hotel offers accommodations and activities that make the most of the area’s rich natural environment.

## Shigeru Muroi named special selection committee member for the 6th ReLife Literary Prize

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002147.000009214.html
- anchor: #n182065

It has been announced that actress and essayist Shigeru Muroi will serve as a special selection committee member for the 6th “ReLife Literary Prize.”

## 【Weekly Taiwan Business News】TSMC expects revenue to rise 30% in 26! Expanding global 3-nanometer production, including in Kumamoto【2026/04/20 issue】

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:26:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000332.000059899.html
- anchor: #n182082
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、情報サービス企業グループ

A business news publication issued by a Taiwanese information services company reported that TSMC expects revenue to rise 30% in 2026 and plans to expand 3nm process production globally, including in Kumamoto.

## On sale 4/24: “The Sad Fat Cat: Hiroshima Edition — Maru, the Wandering Hero”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:21:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000178705.html
- anchor: #n182083
- Companies mentioned: ㈱マエダハウジング、㈱マエダハウジング不動産、㈱マエダハウジングプラス、㈱ザメディアジョングループ、島根不動産㈱、㈱ラーバン、(有)夢工房

The picture book “The Sad Fat Cat: Hiroshima Edition — Maru, the Wandering Hero,” associated with the Maeda Housing Group and others in Hiroshima Prefecture, will go on sale on April 24.

## 【Age.3】New “Melon Parfait Fried Sandwich,” turning a fried sandwich into a parfait, launches Friday, May 1

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000107332.html
- anchor: #n182088
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ANCHOR、Age.3 GINZA

Fried sandwich specialty shop “Age.3” will launch its new “Melon Parfait Fried Sandwich” on May 1. 株式会社ANCHOR is introducing this novel new kind of sweet.

## “Stamina Taro PREMIUM BUFFET Plus Tokorozawa” — a new format from all-you-can-eat yakiniku and sushi restaurant “すたみな太郎” — opens Saturday, 4/25! Enjoy made-to-order dishes alongside the usual buffet!

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000002286.html
- anchor: #n182087
- Companies mentioned: すたみな太郎

All-you-can-eat yakiniku and sushi restaurant “すたみな太郎” will open its new-format “PREMIUM BUFFET Plus Tokorozawa” on April 25, offering made-to-order dishes in addition to its regular buffet.

## 【Limited time!】Okada Kinsei An Butter-ya opens for a limited time at 三井ショッピングパーク LaLaport Aichi Togo from Wednesday, April 29 (holiday). Enjoy the popular an-butter sweets that often sell out at Tokyo Station.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001301.000013125.html
- anchor: #n182086
- Companies mentioned: 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ、三井ショッピングパーク

“Okada Kinsei An Butter-ya” will open for a limited time at LaLaport Aichi Togo from April 29, offering popular an-butter sweets from Tokyo Station.

## 【Hakata Hankyu】Pistachio sweets specialty shop “PISTA & TOKYO” will open for a limited time at 博多阪急 from Wednesday, April 29. Bringing the spirit of spring to Hakata with gleaming green pistachio sweets.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001304.000013125.html
- anchor: #n182085
- Companies mentioned: 博多阪急、小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ

Pistachio sweets specialty shop “PISTA & TOKYO” will open for a limited time at 博多阪急 from April 29. This new venture comes from a company that operates 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ and other brands.

## New interchangeable lens S-S40 for full-frame mirrorless cameras with the L-Mount System: LUMIX S 40mm F2

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006705.000003442.html
- anchor: #n182084
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック

パナソニック (inferred) will launch the “LUMIX S 40mm F2 (S-S40)” interchangeable lens for the L-Mount System used with LUMIX full-frame mirrorless cameras.

## 【TIB KIDS DAY】Entrepreneurship school キンダリーインターナショナル to hold a business workshop at TIB on 4/26, where children become “presidents of a game company”

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:16:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000075894.html
- anchor: #n182089
- Companies mentioned: キンダリーインターナショナル、Tokyo Innovation Base (TIB)

Entrepreneurship school キンダリーインターナショナル will hold a workshop at TIB on April 26, where children can experience being the president of a game company.

## NEW OPEN! 【Geoent Umeda Kita Riverfront】Reqree株式会社 takes on management of condominium shared facilities. A new urban rental condominium opens in Osaka’s Umeda area.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:15:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000084559.html
- anchor: #n182090
- Companies mentioned: Reqree株式会社

Reqree株式会社 has been commissioned to manage the shared facilities of “Geoent Umeda Kita Riverfront,” an urban rental condominium in Osaka’s Umeda area.

## 【OWNDAYS】Maximum annual income for area managers raised significantly to ¥32.4 million※, ushering in a revamped compensation system that overturns conventional wisdom in the eyewear industry

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:14:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000262.000005214.html
- anchor: #n181806

OWNDAYS is dramatically raising the maximum annual salary for area managers to 32.4 million yen, overhauling the eyewear industry's compensation structure. This strategic move aims to secure outstanding talent and boost employee motivation.

## 2 days that turn “time spent with dogs” into value. Applications now open for vendors and sponsors for “Grove Party,” a dog event being held in a special studio space in Meguro.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:13:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000048729.html
- anchor: #n181807

BRINGROW has more than 10 years of experience as a company specializing in training CAD engineers and supports people aspiring to become CAD professionals. This press release introduces the company's CAD education business.

## Welcoming 9 foreign-national employees and creating an in-house space for prayer: “prayer space” introduced with consideration for religion and culture.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:13:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000133064.html
- anchor: #n181808

CLAT-JAPAN has welcomed 9 foreign-national employees and introduced an in-house prayer space called “prayer space,” with consideration for religion and culture. This is part of an initiative to create a comfortable working environment for a diverse workforce.

## “Toshi Yoroizuka” unveils a new pound cake perfect for Mother's Day.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:10:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000174207.html
- anchor: #n181809

“Toshi Yoroizuka” has announced a new pound cake for Mother's Day. The sweet, infused with the care of chef Toshihiko Yoroizuka, is available at stores in Tokyo and Kanagawa and online.

## [A night view with three Michelin stars] Reservations open for the “Mount Hakodate Night View Sightseeing Bus,” departing from and returning to 函館湯の川温泉 海と灯／ヒューイットリゾート, exclusively for guests staying during Golden Week. Enjoy spectacular views of Hachimanzaka from the bus window, too.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:10:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000034663.html
- anchor: #n181810
- Companies mentioned: 函館湯の川温泉 海と灯／ヒューイットリゾート

函館湯の川温泉 海と灯／ヒューイットリゾート has begun taking reservations for the “Mount Hakodate Night View Sightseeing Bus,” exclusively for guests staying during Golden Week. It offers a special experience featuring a three-Michelin-star night view and spectacular scenery at Hachimanzaka.

## 1 in 3 people at risk of losing their assets! Survey of 292 people on cryptocurrency management practices.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:10:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000178703.html
- anchor: #n181811

A survey of 292 people conducted by a company specializing in cryptocurrency and Web3 found that 1 in 3 face the risk of losing assets through their cryptocurrency management practices. The company operates “Clabo,” a next-generation financial media outlet, and promotes the safe use of digital assets.

## [First in the Tokai region] Private hotel-stay postpartum care service “milieu (ミリュー)” wins contract to provide postpartum care services in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture.

- Published: 2026-04-22T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000176232.html
- anchor: #n181831
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイヤルネクサス

The hotel-stay postpartum care service “milieu,” operated by 株式会社ロイヤルネクサス, has won a contract to provide postpartum care services in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture. It will work with the local government as the first private service of its kind in the Tokai region.