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Seven-Eleven has begun selling the 3rd installment of “Sanrio Characters 2026 Random Smartphone Cards,” featuring designs from the “2026 Sanrio Character Ranking,” through its multifunction copiers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、株式会社サンリオ、株式会社デンソーウェーブ
OriginalCS衛星劇場は、世界的人気グループBTSの出演番組を2026年4月、5月、6月に3ヶ月連続で特集放送します。これは、BTSの約4年ぶりのカムバックとワールドツアー開始を記念したもので、過去の日本ライブ3作品とバラエティ番組「AFTER SCHOOL CLUB」のBTS出演回が衛星劇場で初放送されます。
Companies mentioned：BigHit Entertainment、PONY CANYON INC.、The Korea International Broadcasting Foundation、CS衛星劇場、アリランTV
OriginalOKIエンジニアリングは、マルチメディア機器向けの新たなEMC試験サービス「リバブレーションチャンバー（RVC）による放射ノイズ測定サービス」を2026年4月24日より提供開始します。このサービスは、実環境に近い条件下での1GHz～6GHz帯放射ノイズ測定に対応し、開発期間短縮と評価工数削減に貢献。3年間で売上2億円を目指します。
Companies mentioned：OKI、OKIエンジニアリング
Bandai’s Lifestyle Business Division will open a limited-time store for the children’s clothing brand “Anpanman Kids Collection” at “Takashi Yanase’s Anpanman Shop Furano” in Furano, Hokkaido, from April 24 to September 30, 2026. The store will also sell products featuring designs exclusive to Furano.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイ ライフスタイル事業部
KLab’s AI VTuber “Yume Mina Nana” has teamed up with the European-style curry specialty restaurant “100時間カレー” and will livestream an AI-generated food review on April 27. Sales of a special-value collaboration set will also begin.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アークス、100時間カレー
Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture, began issuing forest fire advisories and warnings in April 2026 in response to a series of forest fires. The city will inform residents through fire engine patrols and opt-in email alerts to strengthen the effectiveness of prevention efforts.
Baidu Inc. has released the results of a survey of Gen Z Simeji users on the “Top 10 Best Groups of 4.” Kishi A, aespa and Aぇ! group ranked among the top entries.
Companies mentioned：株式会社STPR、SMエンタテインメント、STARTO ENTERTAINMENT、ANYCOLOR株式会社、YGエンターテインメント
Yohji Yamamoto’s “WILDSIDE” project will release collaborative sandals with footwear brand “SUICOKE” on April 29, 2026. They feature high functionality and a refined all-black design.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、SUICOKE、Vibram社
Japan Acer will release 2 models of its 15.6-inch gaming laptop, the “Nitro V 15,” on April 23. Equipped with an RTX 4050 and a high-refresh-rate display, the laptops are suited for gaming and creative work.
Companies mentioned：AMD、インテル、NVIDIA、ソフマップ
The Xebio Group and the University of Tsukuba’s Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement. They aim to apply sports science research findings in society through stores and services to help address health challenges.
Companies mentioned：国立大学法人筑波大学体育系
The military brand “AVIREX,” operated by 株式会社TSI, will release collaboration items with “DISNEY” starting April 25, 2026. The items feature special graphics themed around travel in Asia.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TSI、DISNEY
Tower Records will open its vinyl specialty store, “TOWER VINYL Kyoto,” on June 27. It will be the chain’s 3rd store in Japan, following locations in Shibuya and Umeda, and will carry about 16,000 new and used records.
Companies mentioned：タワーレコード株式会社、河原町オーパ
Nitori’s apparel brand “N+” will add a new check pattern to its popular summer pants series, “Magic Belt Stretch Pants Summer Light,” which has sold a cumulative 180,000 pairs. The new design will go on sale from late April 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Nプラス、ニトリグループ
OriginalANYCOLORが運営するVTuberグループ「にじさんじ」のローレン・イロアス初となる1st LIVE "FACE"のライブグッズが、2026年4月24日18時より事前販売を開始する。
Aichi Prefecture’s information program “Marumaru◎Aichi” enters its 13th year, with VTubers “Ai” and “Kento” and an AI robot taking on hosting duties. The program begins airing on April 25.
Companies mentioned：メ～テレ（推測）
Voltage Inc. launched the 2nd Nintendo Switch port of its popular romance game “Demon Prince and the Tempting Nightmare,” titled “Bewitching Kiss,” on April 23, 2026.
Companies mentioned：任天堂
CTW Inc. has revealed details of “Petals of Reincarnation BLOOM,” a new idle MMORPG based on the TV anime “Petals of Reincarnation,” and opened pre-registration.
Companies mentioned：マッグガーデン
Loft Co., Ltd. has begun offering a wide range of cooling goods to help people stay comfortable in summer at stores nationwide and through its online store. The lineup includes many new products with useful features and portability, such as back pads and portable sprays.
Companies mentioned：コジット、アルファックス、リベルタ、フレグランシィ、ときわ商会、Y’s port、クオリティファースト、ヴェレダ・ジャパン
Watami’s meal delivery service “Watami no Takushoku” will begin taking reservations on April 23 for its seasonal limited-edition bento, “Premium Crab Rice - Spring Battle: Crab Showdown.” The popular item previously sold about 40,000 meals in 1 week.
A smartwatch inspired by the Four Emperors of “ONE PIECE” will go on sale May 29 from GARRACK, a brand of Ueni Trading.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウエニ貿易
A POP UP SHOP celebrating the 50th anniversary of Osamu Tezuka’s “Unico” will be held in Umeda, Osaka, starting April 28, 2026.
Companies mentioned：MARUZEN＆ジュンク堂書店、株式会社手塚プロダクション
Colopl released “KAZUMA KANEKO’S Tsukuyomi,” a Switch game created by Kazuma Kaneko, on April 23. A collaboration with DMC5 has also been added.
Companies mentioned：任天堂株式会社、株式会社カプコン
Singer-songwriter Sugimoto Lalala has been named the regular Thursday navigator for J-WAVE’s radio program “SPARK.” The show begins airing on May 7.
Companies mentioned：J-WAVE、奥村組
“Mahou Dokoro,” the official Harry Potter merchandise store, will open a limited-time “Butterbeer Truck” at Oasis 21 in Sakae, Nagoya. It will sell specialty popcorn and cotton candy.
Companies mentioned：ベネリック株式会社、ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー グローバル・コンシューマープロダクツ
New colors and sizes in short-sleeve styles are arriving for “Recoverypro Lab.,” recovery wear offered by 株式会社宝島社. They go on sale April 23, alongside a Mother’s Day campaign.
Companies mentioned：株式会社宝島社、日本ABC協会
On April 28, 2026, AWA will host a free online listening party featuring Motoki Ohmori in the “AWA Lounge” to celebrate the release of his new song “Moyooshi.”
Companies mentioned：AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社、Billboard JAPAN、IFPI
The women’s brand “emmi” has unveiled its first collaboration collection with the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG). Online preorders begin April 23.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ、New York Botanical Garden
The brand “FURFUR,” operated by Mash Style Lab, has released the digital catalog for its 2026 summer collection, “Quiet Room,” and opened advance reservations.
Companies mentioned：USAGI ONLINE
Shin Social System Research Institute (SSK) will hold a business seminar on “Promoting DX for Sustainable Water Services” on May 28, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本総合研究所、国土交通省
DMM Books will launch its “SUPER SALE” on April 23, offering up to 70% back in points during the Golden Week period. The sale will also feature bundle deals and surprise coupons.
Companies mentioned：DMM.com
OriginalDMM GAMESとTookyo Gamesが共同開発するゲーム『終天教団』のアニメイトフェアが、2026年4月23日から開催決定。ゲームは2025年9月5日に発売される。
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、トゥーキョーゲームス株式会社、株式会社スパイク・チュンソフト、アニメイト
The Nintendo Switch™2 Edition physical copy of “Shuten Kyodan,” an adventure game co-developed by DMM GAMES and Tookyo Games, went on sale today.
Companies mentioned：トゥーキョーゲームス株式会社、株式会社スパイク・チュンソフト、株式会社ネイロ
EXNOA LLC will hold an official livestream and a “6.5th Anniversary Festival” on April 24 to celebrate the 6.5th anniversary of DMM GAMES’ RPG “Detariki Z: A Special Defense Bureau Member’s Daily Life.”
Companies mentioned：DMM GAMES
A direct-flame hot sandwich maker featuring the popular character “Bread Thief” has been released exclusively at ヴィレッジヴァンガード.
Companies mentioned：ヴィレッジヴァンガード
The timetable and details of the Human-Powered Challenge Supporters area for the June music festival “NEC presents FUJI & SUN ’26” have been announced. Official beer release events will also be held in Harajuku and Numazu ahead of the festival.
Companies mentioned：NEC、ジヤトコ、BADASS BEER BASE、interval、池尻ハイキングクラブ、NINKALIZE、沼津蒸留所、ローソンチケット
Armabianca Co., Ltd. will release a limited quantity of CDs signed by prisoner number 008, “Amane,” from “MILGRAM” at “AMNIBUS STORE -blue-” starting May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：SHIBUYA109エンタテイメント
Gakken Inc. has begun accepting pre-orders for “Mochipuni Animal Sweet Shop Squeeze Made with Gummy Resin,” a DIY squeeze kit and the latest entry in its hugely popular “Girls Craft” series. It lets you make 10 kinds of cute, confectionery-inspired squishies, including Shimaenaga.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 学研ホールディングス、一般社団法人 日本スクイーズ協会、Amazon、楽天ブックス、セブンネット
Armabianca Co., Ltd. announced an Animate Fair featuring advance sales of merchandise using newly illustrated “Chinese-style outfit” artwork from the TV anime “Medalist.” The fair will be held at physical stores in July 2026 and online in April.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイト
株式会社アルマビアンカ will hold the “Mob Psycho 100 III POP UP SHOP” at PickUp Rankin Shibuya Chikamichi from May 15 to May 24, 2026. Merchandise featuring newly illustrated artwork will be sold in advance.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Bushiroad Creative will hold a “Is the Order a Rabbit? BLOOM” POP UP SHOP in Akihabara from May 9 to 17, 2026. New products featuring newly illustrated artwork themed around “GAME” will be on sale.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブシロード、株式会社ブシロードクリエイティブ、芳文社、ご注文はBLOOM製作委員会ですか？
Bushiroad Inc. is holding the first-ever 25% off sale on the download edition of the romance adventure game “D.C. Re:tune ~Da Capo~ Retune,” through May 6, 2026.
Companies mentioned：CIRCUS、Nintendo、Valve (Steam)、DMM GAMES
KADOKAWA will offer an online lottery commemorating the 10th anniversary of the TV anime “Joker Game” through “Kujibikido” starting May 16, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
さのなおし, founder of 新時代グループ, will continue as “top partner” of アトレチコ鈴鹿クラブ for the 2026 season, following last season. Support for community engagement and player development will be strengthened.
Companies mentioned：アトレチコ鈴鹿クラブ、新時代グループ、株式会社ファッズ
Nice Mobile and Okamura have partnered to launch a packaged product that creates a meeting environment anywhere without requiring a power supply. The product aims to address the shortage of meeting rooms as employees return to the office.
Companies mentioned：ナイスモバイル株式会社、株式会社オカムラ、MAXHUB
株式会社美手紙 and 税理士法人アピロ will hold a free online seminar on short-video franchising and financial strategy on May 14. They will share know-how on new business development and attracting customers through social media.
Companies mentioned：株式会社美手紙、税理士法人アピロ
Miyagi-based recruitment support company SEALs and 七十七ヒューマンデザイン, a subsidiary of 七十七銀行, have formed a business partnership. They aim to match young career professionals with local companies and help address the serious labor shortage in Tohoku.
Companies mentioned：七十七銀行
To mark “Earth Day 2026,” Mitsui Fudosan turned off exterior wall signage at night at 24 logistics facilities across 8 prefectures and metropolitan areas nationwide. The initiative was part of its energy-saving efforts to protect the global environment.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人不動産協会
GROWTECH LLC has officially released “FlinQ,” a Todo-sharing app designed to reliably track the progress and outcomes of assigned tasks.
Companies mentioned：Slack
CSホームドラマチャンネル will run a popular drama binge-watching promotion during Golden Week. A wide range of Japanese, Korean and Chinese productions, including “Fishing Fool’s Diary” and “The Youngest Son of a Conglomerate,” will air daily.
Companies mentioned：CSホームドラマチャンネル、テレビ東京、松竹、フジテレビ、共同テレビジョン、テレパック、カノックス、スカパー！、J:COM
株式会社FOOD ARCHITECT LAB will open “SOL DE MEDIANOCHE,” a Latin-Spanish restaurant, at the Konan Exit of Shinagawa Station on April 9, 2026. The new concept, which carries on the legacy of a popular Yurakucho restaurant, is drawing attention.
Companies mentioned：株式会社FOOD ARCHITECT LAB
“Nom-Lab.,” an acupuncture and chiropractic clinic produced by Tadahiro Nomura, a 三-time Olympic judo champion, will open in front of Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Station in Osaka on May 11, 2026. It aims to address the root causes of health issues using the latest equipment and its own distinctive techniques.
Companies mentioned：伊藤超短波
TSI Holdings brand YLÈVE is holding a made-to-order event for blade hats in collaboration with hat brand KIJIMA TAKAYUKI. The special event, held at 3 directly operated stores in Shinjuku and Nagoya, lets customers customize the materials and size to their liking.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TSIホールディングス、株式会社TSI、KIJIMA TAKAYUKI
株式会社IBJ will hold “IBJ LOVE POWER FES,” one of the largest dating festivals in western Japan, in Osaka and Nagoya in May 2026. The newly introduced “circuit-style” format aims to address the lack of conversation common at large-scale events and provide natural, high-quality opportunities to meet people.
Companies mentioned：株式会社IBJ
LINE Yahoo has formulated a “resale countermeasures policy” for Yahoo! Flea Market and Yahoo! Auctions to prevent illicit bulk buying and high-priced resales. Listings priced above manufacturers’ suggested retail prices will be restricted as circumstances warrant, with the aim of creating a fair trading environment.
Companies mentioned：LINEヤフー株式会社
株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun taking orders on the online store AMNIBUS for 12 types of original merchandise featuring newly illustrated “Dancer ver.” artwork from the popular anime No Game No Life. The collector’s items feature key characters such as Shiro and Jibril and are a must-see for fans.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
Original沖縄県那覇市のミュージックバー「NÜCHI by WPÜ」が、2026年4月1日より営業時間を17:00に早め、メニューを刷新。沖縄県産素材とアジアのエッセンスを融合させたフードと、世界のスピリッツを掛け合わせた12種のシグネチャーカクテルを展開します。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワンダーパワードユー、TESIO、Cheese Shop、HINETTERY
株式会社アルマビアンカ began taking orders on the AMNIBUS online store on April 17 for 6 types of original merchandise commemorating the 10th anniversary of the anime Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS
KURO GAMES will launch major update Ver.3.3 for the open-world RPG Wuthering Waves on April 30, 2026. The update will introduce new characters and areas, along with 30 free gacha pulls as an anniversary gift.
Against the backdrop of an expanded tax-exempt allowance for meal assistance under the 2026 tax reform, WOW Co., Ltd. has published a new survey report on the employee benefits sought by Gen Z and younger employees. Food support is attracting attention as a “third wage increase” alternative to salary hikes.
ガーミンジャパン株式会社 has opened entries for Garmin Health Awards 2026, which recognizes innovative healthcare solutions using Garmin wearable devices. The winners will be announced at a summit in Bangkok in October.
Companies mentioned：ガーミンジャパン株式会社、キングス・カレッジ・ロンドン、ニューヨーク証券取引所
SHOGUN BURGER will exhibit at the music festival MAIZURU PLAYBACK FES.2026, held on April 26, 2026, offering wagyu burgers and event-exclusive menu items. The company aims to create a new experience by bringing music and food together.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ガネーシャ
Artist Rio Uchida’s solo exhibition “Tide pool” will open on May 1, 2026, at Azawise Gallery in Omotesando, operated by H.P.FRANCE.
Companies mentioned：清須市はるひ美術館
Smashcore Entertainment will begin taking orders on April 23, 2026, for the 131st edition of its Type:YOU original PC, featuring voice recordings by voice actor Yoko Hikasa. This special model includes individually recorded names and lines specified by each buyer.
Lawson Store 100 is targeting demand for “time-efficient home drinking” during Golden Week 2026, amid rising prices and a preference for time efficiency. It will announce its fast-food sales rankings for fiscal 2025 and run a discount campaign on top-ranked products.
Capcom will stream “Capcom TV Challenge!!,” a live gameplay show featuring Pragmata for Nintendo Switch 2, which launches on April 24, 2026. The show will air on YouTube at 8 p.m. that evening and feature comedy duo Tosa Kyodai.
Companies mentioned：任天堂株式会社、株式会社ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント、Microsoft、YouTube
Originalカフェ＆ブックス ビブリオテークが、5月限定の新作「塩バニラクリームとシュガーバターのパンケーキ レモンティーソース」を発売。甘さと塩味の絶妙なバランスを楽しめる初夏のメニュー。
Original株式会社Bloomは、20代から50代を対象に大手企業への転職活動に関するアンケート調査を実施した。20代は転職時の情報源として企業の公式サイトを最重視し、「完全出社」を理想とする割合も約3割に上ることが判明した。
Companies mentioned：トヨタ自動車、三井物産、住友商事、サントリーホールディングス、花王、KDDI、楽天グループ、NTTドコモ、野村證券、三菱地所、三井不動産
株式会社リスキル has launched “Negotiation Training” for buyers to develop proactive negotiating skills. The training aims to help participants move away from a passive approach and reach win-win agreements with suppliers.
Arma Bianca has begun taking orders for the 2nd collection of original Detective Conan merchandise on the AMNIBUS online store. The lineup includes 15 items in total, such as acrylic nameplates and tin badges.
UMITO surveyed approximately 1,000 high-income earners with annual incomes of 20 million yen or more about how they choose hotels and vacation homes amid rising accommodation costs. The survey found that growing inbound tourism, congestion and the sense that lodging has become more expensive are fueling interest in stays in private spaces and vacation homes.
Companies mentioned：PRIZMA、サクリサ
Dialogue for Everyone Inc. surveyed 239 mid-career and senior respondents. It found that the biggest obstacle to taking action for life after retirement is not “anxiety” but “a lack of clarity about the future.”
Original霧島市は、2026年4月1日より鹿児島空港と霧島神宮方面を結ぶ「霧島神宮アクセスバス」のダイヤ改正を実施した。土日祝日の17時台に便を新設し、始発便の時刻も遅らせて利便性を向上させた。
SATO Corporation launched the global service of “SATO Store Management,” a cloud service that streamlines expiration-date management at retail stores using AI-OCR and smartphones, in April 2026.
GL Career Co., Ltd. acquired all shares and became fully independent from the GL Navigation group. Going forward, it will integrate its DX consulting and education businesses to build a proprietary “AI × education” platform that visualizes behavioral change.
Companies mentioned：GLナビゲーション株式会社
Dentsu Macromill Insight and Dentsu will rebroadcast a free webinar explaining the “4 roles of media.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社電通
Newton Works Co., Ltd. has released the latest versions of its “NewtonSuite” series of virtual testing software, which supports the development of tribology products.
株式会社Digeon announced “ENSOU App,” a service that automatically builds AI business applications simply by uploading an Excel file, and opened preregistration.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Digeon
The prestigious New York-born ベンジャミン ステーキハウス will launch restaurant weddings for small parties at its Kyoto location on June 1, 2026. It will offer special courses including USDA Prime beef, with reservations opening April 23.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オーイズミフーズ、ベンジャミン ステーキハウス
New Cosmos Electric will launch “PD-12IIR,” a new suction-type model equipped with an NDIR gas sensor that can reliably detect methane even in harsh environments, on April 24.
Companies mentioned：新コスモス電機株式会社
Kaunet Inc. released a survey on the use of generative AI. Workplace usage has doubled from about 2 years ago to reach about 60%, but the survey also highlighted the challenge of ensuring information reliability.
Companies mentioned：コクヨグループ、OpenAI、Google、Microsoft
TECO Design announced the “Atsu Riri Awards” for the second half of fiscal 2025. It recognized solutions to practical business challenges, with Money Forward Cloud Payroll taking the top prize.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マネーフォワード、株式会社LayerX、株式会社SmartHR
OriginalBizibl TechnologiesとIDEATECHがBtoBマーケター向けに「リサーチカンファレンスシリーズ2026」を開始。年間を通じて調査データを基にした事実ベースのカンファレンスを実施し、形骸化したウェビナー施策の課題解決を図る。
Companies mentioned：株式会社IDEATECH
“Hyōjin no Ran 2026,” a 3-on-3 ice hockey event featuring some of Japan’s top players, will be held in Fukuoka on June 6 and 7. Tickets will be sold exclusively through MORE TIGET, a service specializing in sports.
Companies mentioned：合同会社YHC、株式会社grabss
Migaro Holdings will participate in an IR seminar for individual investors hosted by ラジオNIKKEI in Okinawa on May 23.
Companies mentioned：ラジオNIKKEI、ミガロホールディングス株式会社
Randstad K.K., a major comprehensive human resources services provider, announced executive personnel changes effective May 1, 2026. Arturo Ayala will become the new CFO.
Companies mentioned：ランスタッド・エヌ・ヴィー、ランスタッド フランス
The full-fledged Edomae sushi restaurant Sushi Gyoten will open on May 1, 2026, in a prime location just a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station. To mark the opening, it has begun accepting applications on Makuake for memberships and OMAKASE courses with drinks included.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビリオンフーズ、東急ステイ
Korean solo artist “YOU DAYEON” will join “bubble for JAPAN,” a fan communication app operated by Fanplus and Dear U plus, and begin using the service.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Fanplus、株式会社Dear U plus、株式会社エムアップホールディングス、韓国Dear U社、株式会社チケットプラス
Katsushi Yoshihara of サイボウズ株式会社 will appear as a guest on the April 26 episode of FM AICHI’s radio program “Good Morning Cheer from the Bedridden President.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社エフエム愛知、サイボウズ株式会社、株式会社仙拓
Idea Factory’s Otomate brand has launched a GW sale, offering up to 50% off 8 popular titles for Nintendo Switch.
Companies mentioned：任天堂株式会社（ニンテンドーeショップ関連）
Compile Heart has newly revealed character visuals, including those of the Goddess Candidates, for “Chō Shin Jikū Game Neptune ∞,” scheduled for release on August 27.
Companies mentioned：アイディアファクトリー株式会社、株式会社コンパイルハート、任天堂、ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント
“Matsurika no Kei -kEi- Tenmei Kashokuden,” a new game for Nintendo Switch from Idea Factory’s otome game brand Otomate, launches today. The fan disc depicts what happens after the previous game.
Companies mentioned：アイディアファクトリー株式会社、任天堂株式会社
The sweets brand TOKYO TULIP ROSE from 株式会社グレープストーン has opened its first pop-up store since its renewal at ecute Shinagawa. It will offer items including the spring-limited “Strawberry Butter” to meet demand for spring gifts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グレープストーン
Sekai Bunka-sha will release its introductory makeup book for elementary and junior high school students, First Makeup BOOK, on April 26. Supervised by Yumetsuki, popular for idol makeup, the book explains safe makeup techniques.
Companies mentioned：株式会社世界文化社、ニフティ、ThreePEACE
The 21st Spring National Junior High School Handball Championship has concluded, with the boys’ and girls’ champions decided. In response to the declining birthrate and the shift of extracurricular activities to community-based programs, the JHA is moving forward with reforms to tournament operations and playing environments.
Companies mentioned：エスエスケイ、ヒュンメル、日本ハンドボール協会（JHA）、富山ドリームス、琉球コラソン
IBJ Inc. has released the third installment of the “2025 IBJ Marriage White Paper,” based on an analysis of data from about 20,000 people. It shows that marriage success peaks after “10–12 matchmaking meetings” and “120 days of dating,” highlighting the importance of making decisions early.
CSAgent Inc. will launch a job-placement service specializing exclusively in customer success (CS) positions on April 23, 2026. It aims to address the mismatch between rapidly growing demand for CS talent and job seekers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ACSiON、株式会社パワーソリューションズ、Gainsight株式会社
Hotel Katara, operated by 株式会社ミドルウッド, has launched accommodation discount coupons through the “STAYNAVI hometown tax donation” program, which can be used as a hometown tax donation reward from Higashiizu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミドルウッド、STAYNAVI
アジト株式会社 will hold a free webinar on May 20 to teach participants how to use NotebookLM for AI analysis of advertising banner creative.
Companies mentioned：アジト株式会社、Google
GDO, with Sansan as sponsor, will hold “Toptracer Range MASTERS,” Japan’s largest virtual tournament staged at golf driving ranges.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゴルフダイジェスト・オンライン（GDO）、Sansan株式会社、川奈ホテルゴルフコース
A collaboration video by QuizKnock and Ajinomoto has been selected as a finalist in the Creator Collaboration category of the “YouTube Works Awards Japan 2026,” a video advertising award organized by Google.
Companies mentioned：株式会社baton、味の素株式会社、Google