Akatsuki brings Groove Direction, which handles the planning and production of artist merchandise, into its group
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株式会社アカツキ announced that it will bring 株式会社グルーヴ・ディレクション, which handles the planning and production of artist merchandise, into its group in April 2026. The move will combine Akatsuki’s expertise in creating intellectual property and managing fan communities with Groove Direction’s merchandise manufacturing know-how, with the aim of enhancing the fan experience and expanding into diverse businesses in the entertainment market.
Notice of ICEE, a new-style carbonated frozen drink, exhibiting at “Meat Festival 2026 TOKYO”
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オザックス株式会社 will exhibit ICEE, a new-style carbonated frozen drink, at “Meat Festival 2026 TOKYO.” A popular product consumed 500 million times a year worldwide, it is still rare in Japan and is attracting attention on social media, particularly among Generation Z. The company will also open new permanent stores outside movie theaters to expand its sales channels.
Notice of the Start of Voting for Team Names and Uniform Designs for “ルートインホテルズ presents BCリーグ All-Star Game 2026”
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Independent professional baseball league BCリーグ has announced the team names for “ルートインホテルズ presents BCリーグ All-Star Game 2026” and begun fan voting today to decide the uniforms worn by players. Voting will take place on official X (formerly Twitter) from April 24 to April 29, 2026.
【For Nursing Students】“Survey on Hospitals of Choice for Employment—Which Hospital Do You Want to Work At?!” Voting-based survey for nursing students graduating in ２０２６–２０２９, held at joint hospital career fairs in １４ prefectures and １５ cities nationwide
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文化放送ナースナビ conducted a “Survey on Hospitals of Choice for Employment” at joint hospital career fairs held in 14 prefectures and 15 cities nationwide for nursing students graduating from 2026 to 2029. It received 6,438 responses from 2,146 nursing students, revealing popular hospitals in each region and the factors students prioritize, such as educational systems, workplace atmosphere, and medical specialties.
What Kind of Fans Helped Make “Taro DON’T ESCAPE!”, the BL Award’s Overall Category No. 1, a Hit? Free Online Seminar!
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A free online seminar will be held on May 21, 2026, analyzing the “prime generation” fan base in their 40s and 50s that helped make “Taro DON’T ESCAPE!” the BL Award’s overall category No. 1. The findings offer important insights for marketing strategies in the BL industry.
[TAC Civil Service Exam Preparation] Online event on Friday, May 1, 2026: “An Instructor Talks About What Makes TAC Students Stand Out”
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TAC Co., Ltd. will hold the online event “An Instructor Talks About What Makes TAC Students Stand Out” on May 1, 2026, for people considering taking civil service exams. Instructor Takeuchi of TAC Shinjuku School will explain TAC’s strengths and how to choose a course.
Music experience event “Manten Music Plaza: Let’s Carry ‘Sound’ and ‘Fun!’ on the Refreshing Spring Breeze of the Yamato Highlands! A Relaxed, Hands-on Participatory Music Festival” to be held May 23 in eastern Nara City (free admission)
Large-scale dinosaur and music event “GAOGAO: Dinosaur and Forest Music Festival 2026” to be held at 50,000-Person Forest Park in Gojo, Nara Prefecture!
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“GAOGAO: Dinosaur and Forest Music Festival 2026” will be held on May 10, 2026, at 50,000-Person Forest Park in Gojo, Nara Prefecture. Moving dinosaurs approximately 4 meters tall will appear, and the hands-on event will feature dinosaur races, live music, DJ performances, and more for visitors of all ages. Admission is free.
Life Design Kabaya’s Kagawa Branch opens hands-on home showroom
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Life Design Kabaya has opened “Structure Lab.,” a hands-on home showroom on the grounds of its Kagawa Branch. The facility was built using the company’s proprietary “CLT Hybrid Construction Method” and lets visitors experience the “hidden parts” of wooden buildings. As a contribution to the community, CLT benches made by high school students have also been installed.
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[Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto] Launches 4 experiential stay packages
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Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto has begun selling 4 experiential stay packages that blend its philosophy of well-being with Kyoto’s traditional culture: “Banyan Tree Family,” “Banyan Tree Wellbeing Sanctuary,” “Banyan Tree Suite Lifestyle,” and “Banyan Tree Romance.” The packages offer stays to suit a range of needs, including family trips, self-discovery, private luxury, and anniversary travel.
Event set for June 25! First guest for Hanryu Pia’s popular “Masayuki Furuya’s New Korean Wave ‘Thoughts’” column: Jo Han-cheol and Kang Gil-woo of “Reborn Rich”
Addressing the “first-grade hurdle” and “third-grade hurdle” by improving the quality of after-school programs—Policy co-creation project launches with support from Soil and PolicyFund
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With support from Soil and PolicyFund, After-School NPO After School will launch a policy proposal project in April 2026 aimed at improving the quality of after-school programs. To address the hurdles faced by children entering first and third grade, the project will promote cross-ministerial policymaking and implementation, focusing on enriching experiential activities and improving staff compensation.
Online crane game “Toreba” is marking 15 years since its launch and will begin an anniversary campaign on April 24, 2026. The campaign will include limited-edition prizes and login bonuses of up to 22,500 TP, aiming to reward existing users and attract new and returning players.
KabuK Style, operator of the travel savings service HafH, has announced its official character, “Haffy.” The character, modeled on a chipmunk, will be used as the host of an AI chat travel guide and in marketing materials.
茨城県信用組合 and 株式会社アプリシエイト have signed a business-matching agreement using the “iTime” attendance management system to support work-style reforms and DX at local small and medium-sized businesses.
[Digital Gallery] “Sky Art Collection” to be exhibited at 大名古屋ビルヂング GALLERY
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IDEABLE WORKS Inc. will hold a digital art exhibition themed around “Sky” at 大名古屋ビルヂング GALLERY starting April 20, 2026. The exhibition will feature 15 works using the HACKK TAG platform.
Gunma Bank and Sustech launch collaboration to support decarbonization using “CARBONIX”
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Gunma Bank and Sustech have launched a collaboration using the decarbonization support platform “CARBONIX” to provide integrated support for local businesses, from visualizing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to implementing reductions.
Publication of the 2025 editions of “Overview of Automobile Insurance,” “Overview of Fire and Earthquake Insurance,” and “Overview of Accident Insurance”
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損害保険料率算出機構 has published an overview of auto, fire and earthquake, and personal accident insurance for fiscal 2025 on its website.
Announcement of an interview with our representative director and president, Masaki Kozue, featured on Nomura Asset Management’s website “CEO Engagement”
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Masaki Kozue, president of A R Planner Co., Ltd., took part in a top executive interview series on Nomura Asset Management’s “CEO Engagement” website, and the article has been published.
Energy Friends to exhibit as a sponsor at “GIRLS GROOVE INNOVATION 2026,” a women’s empowerment festival originating in Okinawa
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Energy Friends, a character personality assessment service operated by Media Kobo, will exhibit as a sponsor at “GIRLS GROOVE INNOVATION 2026,” a women’s empowerment music festival to be held in Okinawa in April 2026. By linking fan-focused entertainment with fortune-telling and personality assessments, it aims to raise awareness and create new value.
New next-generation protein “matsukiyo LAB CPI Hydro Protein” launches with anti-doping certification meeting professional athletes’ standards
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MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. is refreshing its athlete-focused brand as “PERFORMA-X” and launching a new product featuring next-generation “CPI Protein” on May 11. The product has obtained “Informed Sport,” an anti-doping certification meeting professional standards, strengthening support for competitors.
“mitoco Buddy” now supports “Salesforce Hosted MCP Servers”
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TerraSky’s AI platform “mitoco Buddy” now supports Salesforce’s official “Salesforce Hosted MCP Servers.” It strengthens access to Salesforce data and business automation in a secure environment.
[Expected annual yield: 14.5%] Real estate crowdfunding platform “TECROWD” releases information on domestic capital gains fund “OME Data Center#03 phase2”
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TECRA Co., Ltd. has released information on “OME Data Center#03 phase2,” a new fund on its real estate crowdfunding platform “TECROWD” targeting the development of an AI inference-focused edge data center in Ome, Tokyo. The fund features an expected annual yield of 14.5% and strong feasibility, with power secured.
Kasumigaseki Capital has completed the closing of the sale of “DE Majestic Vistas V-1,” a property it owned through its consolidated subsidiary in Dubai. The gain on the sale has already been reflected in its consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending August 2026.
Terra Drone conducts a demonstration of DX surveying inside a cave on Tokunoshima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture, using “Terra SLAM RTK” in collaboration with 九州大学 and 天城町教育委員会
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Terra Drone conducted a demonstration of DX surveying inside a cave on Tokunoshima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture, using “Terra SLAM RTK,” a handheld 3D scanner equipped with the latest SLAM technology. In collaboration with 九州大学 and 天城町教育委員会, it successfully digitized cultural heritage surveys in complex environments beyond the reach of GNSS.
オラクル announces Fusion Agentic Applications for human resources
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オラクル has announced “Fusion Agentic Applications,” in which AI agents work together to autonomously carry out human resources operations. The system safely automates decision-making and execution within business processes, substantially boosting productivity in HR departments.
M&A market league tables for the first quarter of 2026: 3 top rankings by deal count, extending dominant No. 1 position in Japan’s M&A industry, and first appearance by transaction value
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M&A Capital Partners (MACP) won 3 top rankings by deal count in the LSEG M&A league tables for the first quarter of 2026. It also made its first appearance in the “Rank Value” table by transaction value, demonstrating its strengthened ability to handle large-scale deals.
First-ever top 5 finish in the worldwide deal-count ranking for the mid-market M&A league tables, January–March 2026
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M&A Capital Partners (MACP) achieved its first-ever top 5 finish, ranking 4th in the global mid-market deal-count ranking in the LSEG M&A league tables for the first quarter of 2026. It maintained its No. 1 position in Japan-related rankings, rapidly raising its profile in the global market.
Strengthening the functional ingredients business through “Green Euglena” and “Golden Euglena”
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Euglena Co. has acquired the business for the microalgae Euglena “EOD-1 strain” from Kobelco Eco-Solutions. It will integrate “Golden Euglena,” focused on immune function, into its own platform and significantly accelerate its functional ingredients business.
GiGO’s first crane game specialty store in Shikoku opens in Kagawa Prefecture! “GiGO Crane Game Oasis Marugame” grand opening at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026
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GENDA GiGO Entertainment will open “GiGO Crane Game Oasis Marugame,” the first crane game specialty store in Shikoku, in Marugame, Kagawa Prefecture, on May 2, 2026. The store will feature 132 crane games, with a wide selection of daily necessities, snacks and more.
“Identity Verification Support Solution” introduced at Chiba Bank
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Canon Marketing Japan will introduce its “Identity Verification Support Solution” at Chiba Bank and begin operations on April 25, 2026. The solution uses IC chip reading and facial recognition technology to support compliance with the revised Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds in 2027 and improve the efficiency of counter services.
Empowering students to communicate with society and drive their communities: Public relations workshop with Iwate University and Ihatov Co-Creation Lab to be held on 5/14 (Thu.) [Toward eliminating the “information gap” in Iwate]
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Iwate University and PR TIMES are partnering to hold a public relations workshop for students and local businesses on May 14, 2026. The industry-academia collaboration project aims to improve information-sharing skills across Iwate Prefecture and eliminate the “information gap” through practical press release writing exercises.
Takarazuka Revue official shop Quatre Rêves: Fourth “ディズニー” collection features “Winnie-the-Pooh” for the first time to mark the 100th anniversary of its original debut! On sale April 25, 2026
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Takarazuka Revue official shop “Quatre Rêves” will release a 19-item collaboration collection on April 25, 2026, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the original debut of ディズニー’s “Winnie-the-Pooh.” The collection features exclusive designs based on Takarazuka’s signature violet color.
“Maime,” a specialty shop for graduation hakama rentals, opens at Machida Marui with complete outfit coordination for graduation ceremonies
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“Maime,” a specialty shop for graduation hakama rentals, will open on the 5th floor of Machida Marui on April 29, 2026. The shop, which boasts the nation’s No. 1 annual rental volume, offers a one-stop service from costume rental to dressing and photography.
[Exhibitor information] Display of panels introducing Hokota City’s initiative with VTubers affiliated with ななしいんく at “Niconico Chokaigi 2026”
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Future Link Network (FLN) will exhibit at Nico Nico Chokaigi 2026, introducing its “Machi Supacha Project,” a promotional initiative for Hokota, Ibaraki Prefecture, that uses VTubers.
[新宿高島屋] SpongeBob “I'm ready!” pop-up store to open!
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A pop-up store for the SpongeBob animated series, “I'm ready!,” will be held at 新宿高島屋 from May 1 to 13, 2026. The event will feature limited-edition merchandise, photo spots and meet-and-greets with characters.
Nakayama Real Estate appoints Iwata Yoshihiro as its first outside director
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Nakayama Real Estate announced that, effective April 24, 2026, it appointed Yoshihiro Iwata, a former top salesperson at キーエンス and CEO of Exgrowth, as its first outside director.
Iwase Cosfa launches its first in-house supplement, “NEXDAY (Nexday),” on April 1
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Iwase Cosfa, a trading company dealing in cosmetic and health food ingredients, launched its first original in-house supplement, “NEXDAY (Nexday),” on April 1, 2026. Formulated with liver extract and yeast extract, the product is aimed at people seeking to enjoy their evenings while supporting their beauty the following morning.
Winners announced for the 2026 Dad’s Choice Award and Mom’s Choice for Dad Award in Yokohama: KADOKAWA’s “Sagashie Zukan” series achieves a clean sweep by both parents for only the 3rd time in history!
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At the “Dad’s Choice Award and Mom’s Choice for Dad Award” held in Yokohama in April 2026, KADOKAWA’s “Sagashie Zukan” won both awards. The event also analyzed differences in men’s and women’s interests in childcare products.
[New release] We have published “Would You Like to Start an Owned Media Platform? A Textbook for Launching Owned Media in the Generative AI Era” [TechSuite Books]
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TechSuite Inc. has published a book compiling know-how for launching owned media using generative AI. It explains strategic content creation for the era of AI search.
Historic achievement at the world’s premier women’s street snowboarding contest: STANCE ambassador Himari Takamori claims a clean sweep!
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Himari Takamori, a STANCE ambassador, made history at “The Uninvited Invitational,” a premier women’s street snowboarding competition held in the United States, claiming both the overall title and the Best Trick award.
[京都産業大学] To hold a related lecture for the spring special exhibition “Kyoto Tourism: Then and Now—from Travel to Tourism,” exploring the emergence of tourism in modern Kyoto
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京都産業大学 will hold its spring special exhibition “Kyoto Tourism: Then and Now” starting in May 2026, along with related lectures by Kenichi Mori and others on the emergence of tourism in modern Kyoto.
Measures for small and medium-sized enterprises and small businesses affected by the forest fire in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture, in Reiwa 8
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The Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, Japan, has set up a special consultation desk for small and medium-sized businesses affected by the forest fire in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture, in Reiwa 8, and has made disaster loans available.
Notice of “Local Heroes: Challengers Shining in Their Communities” airing on BS12
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NYC Inc. will begin airing “Local Heroes: Challengers Shining in Their Communities,” a program introducing small and medium-sized businesses active in local communities, on BS12.
“Setup Office Feature” and “Startup Office Feature” added to Growth Office, a rental office search site. Finding an office in Tokyo’s 5 major wards is now easier.
monolyst FAX AI OCR launches integration with DocuWorks
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monolyst Inc. has released a new FAX AI OCR feature that integrates with DocuWorks, document management software from Fujifilm BI, to advance digital transformation in order processing for manufacturing and other industries.
TOJI launches “Sake Lees Bath Powder Orange -DAIDAI-,” a Mother’s Day gift. A bathing experience that gently supports circulation and nurtures well-being.
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TOJI株式会社 has launched “Sake Lees Bath Powder Orange -DAIDAI-,” the 3rd product from wellness brand “TOJI.” Made with 100% natural essential oils, it is also suitable as a Mother’s Day gift.
[Presented by nana music] “Jams Karaoke Kids Contest” to be held for elementary and junior high school students to discover the next generation of young vocalists
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nana music Inc. will hold the “Jams Kids Contest,” a singing event for children from 1st grade of elementary school through 3rd year of junior high school, on May 31, 2026. The event aims to discover and nurture the next generation of vocalists.
POP-UP events to be held simultaneously at 3 stores: Ikebukuro Loft, Kichijoji Loft and Yokohama Loft. “miBRAND” updates Mino ware with traditional techniques and the latest trends, launching sequentially from Monday, April 27.
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Mitani Pottery Co., Ltd. will hold simultaneous pop-up stores for its new Mino ware brand “miBRAND” at 3 Loft stores in Ikebukuro, Kichijoji and Yokohama starting April 27, 2026.
Historic first for a Japanese competitor at the world-class street contest “The Uninvited Invitational”! UNION rider Himari Takamori wins.
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Himari Takamori, a UNION rider, became the first Japanese competitor to win and received the Best Trick award at “The Uninvited Invitational,” a women’s snowboarding street contest held in Utah, United States.
Sales begin for PLiBOT Lite, a lightweight real-time web controller that lets users control robots using only a browser, with no ROS required
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PLiBOT株式会社 has begun selling PLiBOT Lite, a lightweight real-time web controller that lets users control robots from a browser without ROS. The product can be operated intuitively even by on-site workers, substantially lowering barriers to adopting AMRs.
New Balance Golf launches its 2026 summer collection on Friday, April 24, offering golf styles under the theme “REFLECTIVE” that enhance performance visually and functionally
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New Balance Golf, operated by 株式会社TSI, will release its new summer collection, “REFLECTIVE,” on April 24, 2026. Marking its 10th anniversary in the golf category, the collection is designed to enhance performance visually and functionally.
On sale today! “Golden-Ratio Strawberry Cheesecake,” supervised by popular chef George, whose social media accounts have over 2.3 million followers, launches at the NOIE. online shop on April 24, 2026
Keio Presso Inn Akasaka completes its first full-property renovation since rebranding. Enjoy a simple, comfortable hotel stay, whether traveling for business or leisure.
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Keio Presso Inn Akasaka has completed a full-property renovation to meet the needs of 2-person stays and growing numbers of visitors to Japan. It has improved convenience with features including self-service check-in kiosks and smart TVs.
Event report: Regional leaders from all 47 prefectures gather for the “Japan Resilience Summit”—advancing regional cooperation through mutual support and co-creation
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The Global Resilience Summit, a general incorporated association, held the “Japan Resilience Summit,” bringing together about 300 regional leaders and diverse stakeholders. Participants discussed mutual support and co-creation to prepare for natural disasters and address regional challenges.
DNA DAY™ 2026: GeneLife’s in-app GeneAI Forecast upgraded with 15 AI prediction models and enhanced lifestyle integration
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ジェネシスヘルスケア株式会社 announced a major update to its GeneAI Forecast genetic prediction service. The number of AI prediction models has expanded to 15, and integration with services such as Apple Health has been enhanced.
“Bring color to life”: Mini pianos featuring paintings by artists with disabilities on display at Hamamatsu Station
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Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing has joined the “irodori Project” for the first time and will display 5 colorful mini pianos featuring paintings by artists with disabilities at JR Hamamatsu Station and other locations.
Thespa Co., Ltd. reports on its 23rd fiscal year results and board structure
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株式会社ザスパ held its annual shareholders’ meeting and board meeting on April 22, approving its results for the 23rd fiscal year. It also reported on its board structure.
Introduction of a program to promote fathers’ involvement in childcare (known as the “育てるパパプログラム”)
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Fukuoka Financial Group has introduced the “育てるパパプログラム,” provided by Teno Holdings, to support male employees’ ongoing involvement in childcare. The program aims to help participants acquire practical household and childcare skills.
“フェリーチェ Marche,” featuring Chita Musume. performances, food trucks, sweets and grass-doll making, to be held in Chita City on May 10!
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フェリーチェ, a care facility in Chita City, Aichi Prefecture, will hold the local community event “フェリーチェ Marche” on May 10, 2026. The event will feature Chita Musume. performances, food trucks and workshops.
Vegan Ramen UZU earns a Green Star for the second consecutive year in the “ミシュラン Guide Kyoto and Osaka 2026”; Bib Gourmand selection continues for the fifth consecutive year
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Vegan Ramen UZU Kyoto, a vegan ramen restaurant in Kyoto, has earned a Green Star for the second consecutive year in the “ミシュラン Guide Kyoto and Osaka 2026” and has also been selected for Bib Gourmand for the fifth consecutive year.
Magono Te Co., Ltd. holds listing celebration in its founding home of Gunma Prefecture, entering a new stage with gratitude to the local community and stakeholders
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Magono Te Co., Ltd. held a celebration in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, to mark its listing on the TOKYO PRO Market. The company expressed gratitude to the local community and stakeholders and its determination to continue growing.
“Addictive Garlic Sauce with Japanese Black Wagyu,” packed with rich meat flavor, launches on Friday, April 24
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Nosh Co., Ltd. released “Addictive Garlic Sauce with Japanese Black Wagyu,” a new menu item for its nosh frozen-meal service, which is mindful of sugar and salt content, on April 24. The generous, indulgent dish is made with Japanese Black Wagyu.
General ticket sales for “2026 CHAE JONG HYEOP Fanmeeting in JAPAN ‘THE WAY for US’” begin today at 18:00 on Friday, 4/24, on a first-come, first-served basis!
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General ticket sales for Korean actor Chae Jong-hyeop’s Japan fan meeting, “2026 CHAE JONG HYEOP Fanmeeting in JAPAN ‘THE WAY for US’,” began on April 24.
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the “Story of Seasons” series and the 20th anniversary of the “Rune Factory” series: Show your love and memories—“Memories Contest” announced!
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Marvelous Inc. has announced a “Memories Contest,” inviting fan submissions to celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Story of Seasons” and the 20th anniversary of “Rune Factory.”
Actress Mayu Tsuruta supports “Cake no WA,” a charity project delivering birthday cakes to children in families facing financial hardship, and publishes an interview
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認定NPO法人チャリティーサンタ announced that actress Mayu Tsuruta has endorsed its “Cake no WA” project, which delivers birthday cakes to families in financial hardship, and that it has published an interview with her.
《コンバース basketball apparel》New referee pants designed for functionality and fit!
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Zett Create will release “Referee Pants (with belt loops),” dedicated apparel for basketball referees from the コンバース brand, in late April. The pants offer excellent stretch and functionality.
Yokohama Vanilla to open its first limited-time pop-up store at LaLaport Aichi Togo!
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Yokohama Vanilla Co., Ltd. will open its first limited-time pop-up store at LaLaport Aichi Togo in Aichi Prefecture from April 29, 2026. The store will sell products including “Salt Vanilla Financier.”
ヴァレオ and holoride expand partnership, scaling up in-vehicle augmented reality gaming
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ヴァレオ and holoride announced an expanded partnership at Auto China 2026. Combining ADAS and spatial intelligence technologies, they will accelerate the global rollout of in-vehicle extended reality (XR) gaming.
New Balance Golf to hold its “Golden Week Fair” at its directly operated stores and official online store from April 24 (Friday) to May 10 (Sunday)
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New Balance Golf, operated by 株式会社TSI, will hold its Golden Week Fair at its directly operated stores and online store from April 24 to May 10, 2026. Customers who spend 27,500 yen or more will receive an exclusive mesh sacoche.
Oticon Hearing Aids brings Auracast™ experience to rakugo venue for the first time, promoting hearing care awareness at the “Public Interest Promotion Council Cup National Young Rakugo Performers Championship”
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Oticon Hearing Aids is sponsoring the National Young Rakugo Performers Championship and has installed a next-generation Auracast transmitter at the venue for the first time. The initiative aims to promote awareness of hearing care for people with hearing loss through rakugo.
THE CONDER HOUSE, offering authentic Chinese and other Asian cuisine, teams up with hard-to-book Tokyo restaurant CENSU TOKYO for a one-night-only collaborative course with limited seating on June 6 (Saturday)
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Nagoya’s THE CONDER HOUSE and Tokyo’s CENSU TOKYO are teaming up to offer a one-night-only dinner course on June 6.
『PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界』 #5: Results of the first ranking announcement ceremony revealed; 50 contestants advance to the next stage! <Official Report>
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Episode 5 of the audition show 『PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界』 streamed on Lemino, operated by NTT Docomo. The first ranking announcement ceremony revealed the 50 contestants advancing to the next stage and the top 12.
An entire hot spring inn becomes the “Shimane Pavilion.” Enjoy Japan’s 三 famous beauty hot springs and a special sauna bus, and talk through the night in a “small snack bar district.”
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Sakata of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, and Mond will hold an all-night co-creation event in June 2026 at 湯の川温泉 湖静荘. Through hot springs, saunas and snack-bar-style spaces for conversation, the event will propose “renovation without renovating,” redefining the value of existing places.
Ueno TransTech signs comprehensive agreement with Hiroshima National College of Maritime Technology and holds signing ceremony
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Ueno TransTech has signed a comprehensive agreement with Hiroshima National College of Maritime Technology. Through industry-academia collaboration, the partners aim to develop the next generation of talent in the maritime and industrial sectors.
【Event Report】Leaders from 8 countries gather at the United Nations University — “Global Resilience Summit”: Co-creating the future society of the world
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The “Global Resilience Summit” was held at the United Nations University on March 1, 2026. About 300 people, including leaders from 8 countries and representatives from Japan’s 47 prefectures, gathered to discuss the importance of applying Japan’s disaster-prevention expertise as an international “social OS” and establishing new frameworks for collaboration among government, business and academia.
Shinko Electric Industries, a major semiconductor packaging company, has established a new corporate philosophy, “MVV,” marking its 80th anniversary and a change in its capital structure. With the mission “Brightening the Future,” it has clarified its commitment to being an innovative company that supports the evolution of next-generation semiconductors.
Supporting Noto earthquake recovery: A Japan-China exchange event bringing early summer color to Ishikawa! “China Festival 2026 Ishikawa” confirmed
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“China Festival 2026 Ishikawa” will be held for the first time in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, over 2 days, June 13 and 14, 2026. The event will promote cultural and economic exchange between Japan and China, while supporting recovery from the Noto earthquake and marking milestones in friendship and sister-city ties with Dalian and Suzhou.
株式会社イズミコンサルティング has signed a solution provider agreement with オートデスク株式会社. In addition to BIM consulting centered on Revit MEP, the agreement establishes a one-stop service covering sales of Autodesk products and support for their adoption and effective use.