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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1005 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 27 items from 1 source.
One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.
Anicom General Insurance began distributing “Weekly Heatstroke Forecast for Dogs” and “Weekly Heatstroke Forecast for Cats” on social media on April 23 to help prevent heatstroke in pets.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ライフビジネスウェザー、株式会社富士経済、日本気象協会
System Five Co., Ltd. began offering and shipping the new white color of the portable power station DJI Power 1000 Mini on April 24, 2026. Its design is well suited to office spaces and other settings.
Companies mentioned：DJI
株式会社Dormie Japan’s T200 golf rangefinder will appear as a program sponsor on Chiba TV’s “Tomoya Satozaki’s Straight-Talking Golf!” starting April 19. A viewer giveaway will also be held, with 1 product awarded each month.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Dormie Japan、千葉テレビ放送（チバテレ）、Amazon、楽天市場
Automotive parts manufacturer Marelli is showcasing vehicle motion control and advanced suspension technologies at Auto China 2026. It is proposing improvements in the driving performance and comfort of SDVs (software-defined vehicles) through technologies such as active camber.
“Blood Draw VR,” developed by 株式会社セカンド・サイド, has won an Encouragement Award in the 38th Small and Medium Enterprises Excellent New Technologies and New Products Awards. It digitizes and visualizes blood-drawing techniques that were previously tacit knowledge, helping address training challenges and staff turnover in medical settings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セカンド・サイド、公益財団法人りそな中小企業振興財団、日刊工業新聞社、経済産業省 中小企業庁、中小企業基盤整備機構、弘前大学、京都大学、ベネッセ・コーポレーション
Yumoto Electric has brought a new plant fully online to produce prototypes using difficult-to-machine materials and for parts with complex shapes. It has installed a 32-pallet, 5-axis machining center to meet the manufacturing industry’s needs for reshoring production to Japan.
スペシャライズド, the sports bicycle brand, has signed a lifetime contract with world champion and Olympic gold medalist Remco Evenepoel. He will ride the brand’s bikes throughout his professional career.
Companies mentioned：スペシャライズド
dSPACE Japan will speak at a seminar hosted by SGS Japan on May 29, presenting a practical approach to virtual homologation under UN-R171 (DCAS). It will also outline efforts to digitize the extensive verification required as SDVs and ADAS become more advanced.
Companies mentioned：SGS Japan株式会社
株式会社UMITO will begin sales on April 24, 2026, of UMITO Atami The Salon, a private villa created in collaboration with LEON magazine. It offers a refined private space for adults.
Companies mentioned：株式会社主婦と生活社、Calico Wallpaper
A survey on the disposal of office waste by companies found that staff’s biggest concern is “fear of information leaks.” When choosing a contractor, convenience, such as “pickup of everything at once,” and compliance with laws and regulations are valued more than price.
Companies mentioned：未知株式会社
Pierre, the restaurant at InterContinental Hotel Osaka, has earned 1 star for the 10th consecutive year in the ミシュラン Guide Kyoto and Osaka 2026. To mark the occasion, it will offer a special course for a limited time.
Companies mentioned：インターコンチネンタルホテルズグループ（IHG®）、ミシュラン
株式会社EXIDEA has launched Brand SEO, a new service to address marketing challenges in the age of AI search. It structures primary information scattered across an organization into a knowledge database and encourages AI systems to cite it.
Companies mentioned：Google、Microsoft、OpenAI (ChatGPT)、Perplexity
CurioSpring株式会社 will begin advance sales on Makuake on April 24, 2026, of Ponto Shade, a high-performance fan with sun protection. It helps lower the psychological barrier men may feel to using parasols and is useful even in crowded places.
Companies mentioned：Makuake、東レ株式会社、Amazon
Art Aquarium Museum GINZA will open “Wisteria and Hydrangeas: Early Summer Goldfish 2026,” an early-summer exhibition created in collaboration with Hibiya Kadan, on April 24.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日比谷花壇
Nihon M&A Center marked its 35th anniversary by establishing a new “Vision” and “Core Values.” To commemorate the occasion, it placed full-page ads in 7 national newspapers and released a special video. The company says it has supported more than 10,000 M&A deals, contributing to the continuity and growth of businesses through its M&A services.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本M&Aセンターホールディングス、株式会社日本M&Aセンター
The 2016 Hong Kong film “The First Step” is set to begin a staggered release in Japan on August 21. It is the debut film for lead Tony Wu and other actors now at the forefront of Hong Kong cinema, and tells the true story of Hong Kong’s first youth baseball team.
Companies mentioned：サロンジャパン、シネマート新宿、Stranger
Original株式会社batonが運営するQuizKnockが、10周年を記念した「QuizKnock10周年記念展」を東京・愛知・兵庫・福岡・宮城の5都市で開催。本展ではQuizKnockの歴史やコンテンツ制作の裏側、クイズ体験などが楽しめます。
Companies mentioned：株式会社baton
Original第2回人材不足・人手不足 対策EXPO［PEREX］が2026年5月13日(水)から15日(金)まで東京ビッグサイトで開催されます。本展は、人材不足の課題解決を目指し、製品・サービス展示、専門家による特別講演、実践的な参加型企画を通じて、即戦力となる知識と体験を提供します。
Companies mentioned：(株)イノベント、(株)マイナビ、ANAビジネスソリューション(株)
SalesNow has launched SalesNow MCP, Japan’s first corporate data MCP server. It makes more than 14 million company records directly accessible from AI tools such as Claude and Cursor, supporting the sales activities of AI agents.
Companies mentioned：Claude、Cursor、ZoomInfo、Apollo.io
A Japanese learning book by creator unit Dokidokicomics, which has 1.3 million followers across social media, will go on sale May 29, 2026. It features illustrations for every word and is designed to help even beginners intuitively learn more than 2,000 practical words and phrases.
Companies mentioned：株式会社西東社、Amazon、楽天ブックス
FELICO STUDIO, based in Thailand, announced that it handled the coloring of characters and backgrounds for the webtoon 'クロノラビリンス.', distributed on LINE Manga.
Companies mentioned：LINE Digital Frontier株式会社、リンクベリ
Kobe Wedding Council and 兵庫県 are seeking 1 couple to hold the first wedding ceremony at the historic 兵庫県公館. The ceremony will be held on Oct. 10, 2026, with the aim of revitalizing the local community.
Companies mentioned：兵庫県
The ensemble event '千のRockYou!! 2026,' which brings 1000 people together to form one band, is set for Nov. 21, 2026. The event is shifting from corporate sponsorship to being organized by 千のRockYou!!合奏協会, which is launching a crowdfunding campaign to ensure it continues.
Companies mentioned：千のRockYou!!合奏協会
washo, a brand operated by Comet Studio Co., Ltd., will launch '麻辣湯kiss,' a lipstick designed to stay on while eating mala tang, on April 24, 2026. It uses proprietary technology inspired by the developer's own experience as a mala tang fan.
Companies mentioned：Qoo10、TikTok Shop
Original神戸・甲陽デザイン&テクノロジー専門学校が2026年春に神戸三宮に新校舎を完成させます。これを記念し、XRアーティスト・せきぐちあいみを迎えた特別オープンキャンパスを5月に開催します。
Companies mentioned：滋慶学園COMグループ、Forbes JAPAN
The Koga City Regional Development Corporation will launch a new flavor on April 27 as the second installment of its local ice cream 'こがくらふとあいす＆,' in collaboration with YBC's 'Noir' and 'Lemon Pack.'
Companies mentioned：ヤマザキビスケット株式会社、HARIO株式会社
Original合同会社ラク育が、アジア最大級のイベント「SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026」にて2年連続で臨時託児所を運営する。また、2026年6月には東京都豊島区に常設の「託児所カフェ」をオープンする。
Companies mentioned：東京都
To mark the 50th anniversary of the start of its broadcast, 東映ビデオ will release an HD-remastered Blu-ray box set of every episode of the Showa-era police drama 'G Men '75.' A commemorative event bringing together the main cast will also be held on Aug. 1, 2026, offering fans a long-awaited release and a chance to meet the cast.
Companies mentioned：東映ビデオ、TBS
株式会社マックス received the top score of 34.1 points in CRT日本委員会's survey of supervising organizations and registered support organizations. The result reflects high regard for the company's work supporting foreign talent, its consideration for human rights, and its compliance efforts.
Companies mentioned：CRT日本委員会
イオンモールとなみ will hold 'となみチューリップGW' during the Golden Week period (Apr. 25-May 6), featuring a bread market, a サンリオ café wagon, spray art and a variety of other events.
Companies mentioned：サンリオ、コケナワホールディングス株式会社
DREAMCONNECT has begun supporting the operation of 'Tomoki Hayakawa Online Clinic,' the official LINE online salon of 2025 J.League MVP Tomoki Hayakawa. Members can consult with him directly for a monthly fee of ¥9,980.
Companies mentioned：株式会社DREAMCONNECT
株式会社旭創業 will launch the oversized 'ランチャームダイカット保冷剤' on April 24, 2026, inspired by its familiar fish-shaped soy sauce dispenser, 'ランチャーム.' It is the first official merchandise item for the commemorative day.
Companies mentioned：日本記念日協会
HOYA Eyecare Retailing, which operates the contact lens specialty store アイシティ, has signed an agreement with 東京都武蔵村山市 to collect disposable contact lens cases. The initiative aims to reduce plastic waste and promote resource recycling.
Companies mentioned：東京都武蔵村山市、日本アイバンク協会
株式会社教育アカデミー will open KA International Yokohama, a correspondence high school support school specializing in study in Korea for the K-pop generation, in April 2027, and launch a 'Korea GLOBAL Course.' With 20 years of experience, the school will offer education that connects young people's love of Korean culture to their future.
Companies mentioned：株式会社教育アカデミー、KA International Yokohama
株式会社be-FULL's AI management platform 'PX Cloud' won awards in 2 categories, including 'Top AI Solution,' from U.S. IT magazine CIOReview APAC, and was featured on the cover and in a special article. Its proprietary technology, which shifts managers' roles from monitoring to decision-making, was highly praised.
Companies mentioned：CIOReview APAC
The Worldfolio published the first report focused on Japan's food service and restaurant sectors for Newsweek International. It analyzes the international growth and evolution of Japanese cuisine.
Companies mentioned：Newsweek International、株式会社壱番屋、元気寿司株式会社、株式会社オーイズミフーズ、株式会社崎陽軒
株式会社BlurBra officially launched 'PitchPark 1.0,' a platform for generating and sharing ideas before the planning stage, on April 24, 2026. In response to requests for the beta version, it now supports private generation (private mode) and commercial use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社BlurBra
The special exhibition 'The Road Follows Afterward,' marking Michiko Hirayama's 100th birthday, is now open at 平山郁夫シルクロード美術館. It showcases the creative journey of the Japanese painter and printmaker, along with the museum's collection of Buddhist art from the Silk Road.
Companies mentioned：平山郁夫シルクロード美術館、東洋経済オンライン、朝日新聞、山梨日日新聞社、読売新聞、信濃毎日新聞社、テレビ山梨、エフエム富士、エフエム八ヶ岳
Trajectory, together with Mori Building and HMK Nexus, was selected for a Cabinet Office survey project and conducted a field demonstration of mountain cargo transport using large drones in the Yatsugatake area of Chino, Nagano Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：森ビル株式会社、HMK Nexus株式会社、内閣府地方創生推進事務局
株式会社ラグジュアリー has begun full-scale sales of '九州ねんりんスープ,' a new Fukuoka souvenir born from children's food education experiences, under its new brand 'Circle,Circle.' Sales are expanding to major locations, including Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラグジュアリー
The tour 'A Journey Through the Memories of the Earth: Tateyama Sanctuary,' proposed by 株式会社PCO, was selected for the Ministry of the Environment's Reiwa 8 Project to Create Inspiring Experiences in National Parks. It will showcase Tateyama's appeal through regenerative tourism targeting the MICE industry.
Companies mentioned：環境省 (官公庁)
タウンライフ株式会社 has launched an appraisal feature specializing in home sales on its vacant-home portal. The service was expanded based on a user survey showing that 97% hoped to sell.
東京都中小企業振興公社 will hold a free seminar on expanding into Texas on May 20, 2026. It will provide success stories and know-how for small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo aiming to enter the U.S. market.
Companies mentioned：東京都中小企業振興公社、HOWORTH International、CSS ホールディングス・グループ、Greater Brownsville EDC、American Katerra, LLC
LYNXS, a multidisciplinary collaboration platform for integrated community care provided by 株式会社LYNXS, has completed a full redesign of its screen layout, significantly improving its UI/UX.
Companies mentioned：Google、Microsoft (Outlook)、LINE、Chatwork
合同会社onigiri is pre-selling “MIGARU,” a fully automatic compression bag with a built-in pump, on Makuake. Against the backdrop of a shift toward practical items in the gift market, it proposes a new way to give it to travel enthusiasts as an “advance notice gift.”
Companies mentioned：矢野経済研究所、株式会社マクアケ (Makuake)、HIS
Original株式会社wagamamaが、対話を通じて月経とパフォーマンスについて学ぶ教育キット「wagamama talk box」をリリースしました。さいたま市版SOIPの支援を受けて開発され、学校や企業の健康経営を支援します。
Companies mentioned：さいたま市、一般社団法人さいたまスポーツコミッション
NPO法人ADDS will present “Dieku,” a simulation program for autism spectrum disorder, for the first time in Kansai at “BKC Welcome Day 2026,” to be held at 立命館大学 on May 24.
Companies mentioned：立命館大学
Vancouver Fashion Week F/W’26 was held, with 6 brands from Japan participating under the themes of diversity and sustainability. They presented original collections blending tradition with contemporary self-expression.
Companies mentioned：Vancouver Fashion Week、三景スタジオ
Experiential events will be held every weekend in May 2026 at CAITAC SQUARE GARDEN in Kego, Fukuoka. The main event, “Canaria Spring Fest 2026,” will take place across the entire facility on May 16 and 17.
Companies mentioned：PUMA、MIRANEST、DAIMYO SOFT、Sunnys Kitchen、SHAKAS
Minami-Aoyama Creative Studio (MCS) has launched its fan club operations partnership business. As its first initiative, it will join the management of the official fan club of 株式会社ピウス, strengthening ties between stage production and digital services.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 南青山クリエイティブスタジオ、株式会社ピウス、株式会社SKIYAKI
NPO法人空家・空地管理センター has been designated by さいたま市 as a “Corporation for Supporting the Management and Utilization of Vacant Houses.” The designation will strengthen collaboration through Reiwa 13, providing comprehensive support from vacant-home consultations to proper management and utilization.
Companies mentioned：さいたま市
株式会社INQ has opened applications for the 2nd cohort of “Finance Mix Accelerator,” which combines multiple fundraising methods. The program was selected for 東京都’s “TOKYO SUTEAM” initiative, and participants who meet their goals will receive a 1 million yen reward.
Companies mentioned：東京都
千葉市動物公園 has begun full-scale habitat improvements, including planting trees in the outdoor exhibit, with the aim of breeding gorillas under an agreement with Shiki no Mori Animal Clinic. The project will encourage the gorillas’ natural behaviors and create educational opportunities for visitors.
Companies mentioned：千葉市動物公園、四季の森どうぶつクリニックメディカルスキンケアセンター
“Mofuku Rescue,” a mourning attire rental service, opened its 20th store in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, on April 24, 2026. Its first location in Saitama Prefecture brings its expansion to 5 prefectures and metropolitan areas, with unmanned stores available 24 hours a day to meet urgent needs for mourning attire.
Sony Creative Products will open a new exhibition space, “YURAKUCHO MUSEUM,” inside Tokyo International Forum on July 10, 2026. Its inaugural exhibition, “More Than Just Cute!? The Pingu Exhibition,” will showcase Pingu’s appeal from multiple perspectives.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、JOKER.
株式会社ワンインチ has begun offering paid industry reports for businesses to address information asymmetry in the CBD market. Published quarterly, the reports cover regulatory developments in Japan and overseas as well as key practical issues, supporting sound business decisions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワンインチ、一般社団法人カンナビジオール安全・安心協議会
Original三ツ目株式会社は、新潟県内の企業向けに経営・組織課題解決からプロモーション支援までを包括的に伴走する新サービス「三ツ目ローカルビジネスパートナー」を2026年4月より提供開始します。同社が培った急成長ノウハウを地域に還元し、DX、AI活用、マーケティングの3つのメニューで支援します。
Companies mentioned：さんきらく
Okinawan restaurant “2階のはりく” will release “Extra-Thick Goya Champuru,” with pieces 5.8 times thicker than usual, for a limited time in celebration of “Goya Day” on May 8. The promotion suggests nutrient-rich goya as a way to help prevent summer fatigue.
A research group including 東洋大学 has demonstrated that taking part in sporting events in natural settings leads to an increase in environmentally conscious behavior in everyday life. Participants who had been less environmentally aware showed the greatest changes in behavior, suggesting the policy value of sports tourism.
Companies mentioned：東洋大学、高知工科大学、早稲田大学
Intrust, 栃木県日光市 and Tokio Marine & Nichido have partnered to launch a child support payment guarantee service for local governments in Nikko City. This first-of-its-kind initiative in Japan supports single-parent households in securing child support payments and has been in operation since April 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イントラスト、栃木県日光市、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社
株式会社クルカ, which operates the new-car leasing service “Kuruka,” has adopted “Debt Collection Robot,” a digital infrastructure for payment reminders and collections. The system automates payment collection, which previously placed a heavy psychological burden on staff and required considerable labor. By reallocating the freed-up resources to data analysis and improving customer experience, the company aims to build a “proactive back office.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社クルカ、株式会社ROBOT PAYMENT
敷島住宅株式会社 will relocate its Kyoto branch from Joyo City to Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, to accommodate business expansion, and begin operations at the new location on April 24, 2026. The new office is designed around the concept of “intersecting islands” and will include a café and showroom.
Ganso Hakata Mentaiju will launch its limited-edition Mother’s Day set, “Mentaiju Mother’s Day Set,” for online sales starting April 24, 2026. The set makes it easy to enjoy authentic mentaiko dishes.
Beppu Onsen’s “Nanoka Hitomawari” has been certified as a “Bisei Repair Onsen” following verification by POLA and 別府市. To mark the occasion, a special accommodation plan combining POLA skin analysis and therapeutic hot-spring bathing will be offered for June 2026 only.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポーラ、別府市
Monicle Financial Inc. conducted a survey on awareness of the “Review of the High-Cost Medical Expense Benefit System.” It found that 62.2% were unaware of the review, more than half were worried about future increases in medical expenses, and people relied on savings and deposits to cover payments.
Companies mentioned：クロス・マーケティング（調査プラットフォーム提供）
メイドバイジャパン株式会社 has launched “Shizai World,” a new service that sources materials directly from factories in China. Aimed at Japanese companies struggling with material procurement due to soaring raw material costs and the weak yen, it eliminates intermediary margins to reduce costs and ensure a stable supply.
Companies mentioned：メイドバイジャパン株式会社
Tarlin International and AP Communications will hold a user vote to determine the product lineup for the 5th edition of capsule toy “Palm-Sized Network Equipment.” Entries will be solicited from IT infrastructure equipment manufacturers, and the top 4 models will be selected through user voting, with a planned release in June 2027.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ターリン・インターナショナル、株式会社エーピーコミュニケーションズ、日東工業
The air safety division of One Step Co., Ltd. made its first appearance at the “Crime Prevention and Disaster Management Expo 2026: Heatstroke Prevention Expo,” displaying “Penguin Mist Wall,” a portable air-powered cooling system that requires no installation work. The company’s solution received high praise for addressing heatstroke prevention challenges at outdoor worksites and events.
Internet Academy will hold its online open course “Copilot Course” on May 14, 2026, to teach practical skills for using Microsoft 365 Copilot at work. Participants can enroll from 1 person, and the course fee is 49,500 yen (tax included). The course offers practical ways to use Copilot and risk-prevention measures for companies that have adopted it but are not making full use of it, as well as companies seeking training for small groups.
Companies mentioned：Microsoft、OpenAI
Online chocolate shop Chocolanavi has released its “New-Generation Macaron Feature,” showcasing creations by popular patisseries across Japan. It features innovative macarons made with particular care for ingredients and techniques by renowned pastry chefs including 水野直己, 布施文彦 and 叢田一範.
Companies mentioned：洋菓子マウンテン、FUSE、MURATA
株式会社エクラシア will open 2 residential fee-based nursing homes with day services on May 7: “Eclacia Adachi Hokima” in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, and “Eclacia Machida Minami-Oya” in Machida. The facilities will accept residents with high levels of medical needs and provide dependable nursing and medical services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Monita, operated by 株式会社HADO, conducted a survey on differences in household hygiene standards. More than 60% of partners said wear and tear on personal belongings had changed their emotional distance, pointing to a risk of deteriorating relationships. The survey proposes “solutions through systems” rather than emotional discussions.
鹿沼72カントリークラブ will hold its 6th fireworks show, “One-Shaku Shells Lighting Up Kanuma 2026,” on May 30, 2026. About 1,000 fireworks will be launched from the golf course fairway, and this year a community golf experience event, open to all at no charge, will also be held. A portion of sales will be donated to the Furusawa Scholarship Association to support the local community.
Companies mentioned：鹿沼グループ、鹿沼72カントリークラブ、公益財団法人古澤育英会、鹿沼市、鹿沼地区ゴルフ場協議会、鹿沼さつき祭り
八代市立博物館未来の森ミュージアム introduced Waseda System Development’s free guide app “Pocket Curator” starting April 24, 2026. It aims to accommodate international visitors and improve the visitor experience following renovations, offering multilingual explanations and concise exhibit descriptions of no more than 150 characters.
Companies mentioned：早稲田システム開発株式会社、八代市立博物館未来の森ミュージアム
Job-hunting prep school 我究館 has launched a specialized program for high school students preparing for comprehensive selection admissions (formerly AO admissions). Drawing on more than 30 years of career support experience, it provides comprehensive assistance from self-analysis to guidance on statements of purpose and interviews.
Companies mentioned：PRESENCE
株式会社ホームメイドクッキング will hold the 2nd breadmaking collaboration lesson inspired by Moomin characters at 55 locations nationwide from April 24 to June 7, 2026. The 2 menu items, “Hattifattener Fruit Sandwich” and “Moominmamma Apron Pancake,” are designed for beginners to enjoy, with an additional 2 menu items available exclusively to members.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホームメイドクッキング、株式会社ライツ・アンド・ブランズ、Moomin Characters™
Strobolights and Panasonic jointly released “Dishwasher Boyfriend Encyclopedia,” a promotional video for dishwashers planned and produced by university students, on April 6, 2026. It is an example of participatory marketing aimed at Generation Z.
Companies mentioned：パナソニック株式会社
Song LLC surveyed men and women in their 20s to 40s who have parents about discussions of inheritance with their parents. It found that 62% had never discussed inheritance with their parents, and noted that the “cost of not talking” could reach about 790,000 yen. The company recommends early discussions to reduce the burden of procedures and the risk of family disputes.
AULA takes an in-depth look at the differences between mechanical and magnetic switches in gaming keyboards. It explains that magnetic switches allow users to freely adjust the actuation point, bringing a groundbreaking evolution to gaming controls.
Building on its track record of growing to 20 businesses and 9.6 billion yen in revenue in 8 years, PLEX will hold “PLEX INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS,” an internship for new graduates aimed at developing business leaders. Through IR analysis, business P&L analysis and hands-on experience, it will develop 3 capabilities: creating, growing and executing businesses.
Dashi Corporation株式会社 will continue its policy of adding 4 days to annual holidays and granting 5 days of paid leave from the first day of employment, starting in April 2026, to improve working conditions and employee retention. The company has maintained a 100% new-graduate retention rate for 6 years.
メタバースクリエイターズ and Octopus Energy have launched “Octopus Energy Tycoon” on Roblox, a city-building game where children can learn about energy and sustainability while playing. The initiative aims to bring the electric utility’s brand to consumers in an approachable way.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メタバースクリエイターズ、TGオクトパスエナジー株式会社、東京ガス、Octopus Energy Group
三菱総合研究所 is seeking observers for the “Manufacturing DX” contest organized by NEDO. The contest focuses on using digital solutions to pass on skills and develop new know-how in response to the loss of expertise among veteran engineers. Presentations of results and an awards ceremony will be held on May 27.
Companies mentioned：国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構（NEDO）、株式会社三菱総合研究所
The urban pet event “SHINAGAWA URBAN PET LIFE 2026 SPRING,” organized by 日鉄興和不動産 and CarLifeJapan, will be held at Shinagawa Intercity on May 23 and 24, 2026. Free interactive activities for dogs and their owners will include a market, an adoption event and dog dancing.
Companies mentioned：日鉄興和不動産株式会社、株式会社CarLifeJapan
株式会社ウィルネクスト has released “Willnext HR Trends 2026” for free. The report explains 8 key trends in HR for 2025–2026, including the spread of generative AI, mandatory human capital disclosure and revisions to the income threshold, helping HR and recruitment professionals improve their competitiveness.
Companies mentioned：Josh Bersin Company、パーソル総合研究所、帝国データバンク、野村総合研究所
株式会社ナカザワ has installed “CANDY SPIN,” a fully automated cotton candy vending machine offering 24 designs and 4 flavors, at イオンモール姫路大津. This is the company’s 25th franchise installation nationwide and is attracting attention as an entertainment experience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナカザワ、イオンモール姫路大津、ビアードパパ
“CANDY SPIN,” an entertainment vending machine serving freshly made cotton candy, has arrived at イオンモール各務原インター in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. Installed by 株式会社ナカザワ, which operates specialty watch stores, it aims to encourage experiential consumption and revitalize commercial facilities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナカザワ、イオンモール各務原インター、タイムステーションNEO
株式会社トランス has begun ODM sales of “Metal Paint,” a premium art board featuring the sheen of metallic materials and high-resolution printing, for fans devoted to their favorite characters and works. The product caters to demand for distinctive collectibles in the game, anime, VTuber and other IP markets.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トランザクション
シーオス株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on managing “true logistics costs” and menu pricing on May 26, 2026, to address the opaque cost structures of retail logistics. The seminar aims to help build sustainable logistics systems and collaborative relationships.
The condominium “ZOOM Nishi-Waseda” by 株式会社トーシンパートナーズ won the “Outstanding Project Award” at the “16th Outstanding Project Awards” hosted by 全国住宅産業協会. Its design and diverse unit plans were recognized.
Companies mentioned：全国住宅産業協会
The word-creation team kuwaku will hold “Photo Exhibition Through the Lens of 広辞苑,” with the cooperation of 岩波書店. A talk event featuring ヒグチアイ and others will also be held.
Companies mentioned：kuwaku、ドローイングアンドマニュアル、株式会社岩波書店
JFE商事エレクトロニクス and NTTデバイスクロステクノロジ have signed a basic outsourcing agreement. They will establish a system to provide integrated support for customers’ manufacturing, including semiconductor back-end processes.
Companies mentioned：JFE商事エレクトロニクス株式会社、NTTデバイスクロステクノロジ株式会社
株式会社レリアン’s concept store, “NEMIKA Sapporo,” will open on April 24.
Nordic design brand Iittala has announced its first collaboration with Pokémon. A tableware collection featuring the renowned Origo series will go on sale from May 1, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポケモン、アトレ
株式会社ペイロール and 株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング will hold a webinar on human capital management on May 26, 2026. Professor Takashi Iwamoto will join the event to present an evidence-based value-creation strategy using the “streamlining” and “visualization” of HR and payroll data.
Companies mentioned：株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング、慶應義塾大学大学院経営管理研究科
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Companies mentioned：一般財団法人島前ふるさと魅力化財団、海士町、西ノ島町、知夫村、山梨県丹波山村
株式会社イメージ・マジック’s オリジナルプリント.jp has launched a printing service for the functional “D-FACTORY Premium Hooded In Coat.” Teamwear can be made starting from 1 item.
Companies mentioned：D-FACTORY
U.S.M.H’s private brand “eatime” will launch 2 varieties of upgraded frozen grilled rice balls made with domestically grown pearl barley on April 24.
Companies mentioned：ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社マルエツ、株式会社カスミ、マックスバリュ関東株式会社、株式会社いなげや
株式会社ホームステージング・ジャパン has announced that it will exhibit for the 4th consecutive year at “Condominium General Expo 2026,” which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from May 13 to 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社PIM
日本アイアール株式会社 will hold an online seminar titled “Latest Trends in Post-Neodymium Magnet Development” on June 17, 2026. Akihide Hosokawa of AIST will lead the seminar, providing an in-depth look at next-generation materials technologies such as Sm-Fe-N magnets, which can help avoid raw material supply risks as demand grows amid decarbonization.
Companies mentioned：国立研究開発法人産業技術総合研究所（AIST）