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株式会社ハンズ will begin offering personal care products to combat sweat and odor at stores nationwide from April 25, 2026. The lineup includes dry shampoos, antiperspirants, makeup-setting sprays, and other items, including new and limited-quantity products, offering ways to stay fresh and comfortable in summer.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハンズ、スキューズミー、ケープ、NAKICO、メイクカバー、アラクス、べっぴんボディ
Heso Production Co., Ltd. will begin releasing new merchandise featuring Mainichi Broadcasting’s character Raion-chan in late April 2026. A diverse lineup, including acrylic keychains and snacks, will be available at stations and souvenir shops across Kansai, as well as through the official e-commerce site.
Companies mentioned：株式会社毎日放送 (MBS)
“lotsful,” a side-job talent matching service operated by PERSOL INNOVATION, will exhibit at the 2nd Human Resource Shortage and Labor Shortage Countermeasures EXPO, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in May 2026. Representative Midori Tanaka will speak about new ways to use talent to address labor shortages.
Companies mentioned：パーソルイノベーション株式会社、パーソルグループ
IBM Japan is supporting the introduction and operation of Celonis’s process intelligence solution for Meiji Yasuda’s benefit payment operations. By making operations visible in real time, the initiative aims to improve productivity and enable autonomous operations.
Companies mentioned：明治安田生命保険相互会社、Celonis株式会社
Originalオリコンが名古屋大学の実践データサイエンティスト育成プログラムに、自動車保険の顧客満足度調査データを提供。社会人と大学院生が統計とNLPを駆使して分析し、実社会の課題解決に挑む産学連携の取り組みです。
Companies mentioned：名古屋大学
Morinaga & Co. will launch “in Jelly Mini Salt Plus” on May 19, 2026, as a way to cope with the heat as summers grow longer. The bite-sized product is easy to carry and contains salt, minerals, and citric acid; it will be available in an assorted lemon and lychee flavor pack.
Final judging was held for the “第三回 Japan New Business Awards,” and AGENTIC STAR, an autonomous AI agent platform developed by SoftBank, won the top award. The awards recognize new business ventures and open innovation within companies, and the platform was recognized for its advanced results in automating operations with AI technology.
Companies mentioned：ソフトバンク株式会社、Sansan株式会社、株式会社アルファドライブ、SBイノベンチャー株式会社、株式会社ゼロワンブースター、株式会社ユニッジ、株式会社Relic、株式会社日立製作所、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社、アサヒグループジャパン株式会社、株式会社フジ・ネクステラ・ラボ、Gen-AX株式会社、GeNiE株式会社、日清医療食品株式会社
Starting April 28, Seven-Eleven will roll out 3 matcha sweets nationwide to coincide with the new tea season. The lineup features new additions to popular series “Kumo Dora” and “Moko,” combining Uji matcha with carefully crafted textures.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン
APA Hotel and ZEN-NOH’s Nippon Yell have teamed up for the first time to launch the “APA President’s Rice 55th Anniversary Commemorative Package” on May 10, made with 100% Hyakumangoku rice from Ishikawa Prefecture. They will also make a donation to support recovery from the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
Companies mentioned：全国農業協同組合連合会（全農）、濱田精麦株式会社
LIFULL ArchiTech and Azuma Shikoku have signed a partnership agreement to revitalize Tokushima Prefecture. Using instant house technology, they aim to build sustainable communities and foster connections with the region by creating community hubs, renovating vacant houses and strengthening disaster preparedness.
Companies mentioned：株式会社LIFULL、株式会社アズマ四国
Cake.jp will launch a plant-based cookie sandwich created in collaboration with the popular picture book “Nontan’s Birthday” on April 27, 2026. Made with carefully selected ingredients and free of wheat, eggs and dairy, it will be available through its e-commerce site and pop-up stores in Tokyo and Osaka.
Companies mentioned：株式会社偕成社
The online event “CTD 2026,” hosted by BeeCruise, recorded a total of more than 45,000 visitors. More than 60% were from overseas, with particularly strong interest from Taiwan and the United States.
Companies mentioned：BEENOSグループ
BeeCruise, part of the BEENOS Group, has published an event report on “Creator Toy & Art Discovery 2026.” About 45,000 people from 8 countries around the world attended, highlighting the strong overseas interest in works by Japanese creators.
Companies mentioned：BEENOS株式会社、BeeCruise株式会社
OriginalBEENOS HR Linkは、外食業の「特定技能1号」在留資格の新規交付停止を受け、外国人従業員の定着と育成戦略に焦点を当てた無料セミナーを2026年6月4日に開催します。
Companies mentioned：BEENOS株式会社、株式会社INGS
Original三井住友カードが「タッチハッピー」プロジェクト第16回を開始。スマホでの「クレカ乗車」1回につき10円を、海洋ごみ問題解決に取り組むJEANへ寄付する取り組みです。
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人JEAN
Ace Co., Ltd. has added “Black,” a color exclusive to directly operated stores, to the “Frestar EX” from Proteca, its Japanese-made suitcase brand. The latest model caters to diverse travel styles with features including front access and an expandable design.
The bar Amber at Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay will introduce 2 new “Amber Special Selection” cocktails on May 1, 2026. To mark extended Friday and Saturday opening hours, the bar will offer creative, immersive drinks that delight the senses with their appearance and aromas, creating a luxurious evening experience.
Eyewear brand Zoff is collaborating with the TV anime “Attack on Titan” for the first time. Online preorders for the “Zoff | Attack on Titan” collection will begin on April 30, 2026, with try-on areas set up at 5 stores nationwide.
Companies mentioned：講談社
BAR S in Ginza, operated by 資生堂パーラー, will offer limited-time early summer cocktails starting in May 2026. The 4 original seasonal drinks include a reimagined version of “Aru Hikari,” named after a song paying tribute to Ryuichi Sakamoto, and “Spring Water in the Forest,” inspired by fresh greenery.
Companies mentioned：資生堂
SB C&S will hold “Network & Security MeetUp! Hokuriku” in Kanazawa on June 3, 2026. The event, the first of its kind in Hokuriku, will feature 16 companies from Japan and abroad sharing security measures and the latest developments aimed at strengthening supply chains.
Companies mentioned：SB C&S株式会社、石川県警察本部
CIC, part of the Yamada Holdings Group, has installed solar panels at its Yamaguchi Factory, switching approximately 33% of its electricity use to renewable energy. This will reduce annual CO2 emissions by approximately 139 t and accelerate efforts to lower environmental impact through its reuse business.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シー・アイ・シー、株式会社ヤマダホールディングス、株式会社ヤマダデンキ
Mandom will launch 3 limited-edition versions of its popular “Bifesta Foaming Facial Cleanser,” featuring artist Esther Kim’s “Esther Bunny” design, on April 27, 2026. The cleansers retain the benefits of carbonated foam while featuring a cute character to appeal more strongly to younger consumers.
Kappa Sushi will run a campaign during Japan’s 2026 Golden Week, offering app members 27% off “Southern Bluefin Tuna Otoro.” Along with a special shipment of rare sushi toppings, limited-time menu items generously topped with sea urchin and salmon roe will also be available.
Companies mentioned：コロワイドグループ、カッパ・クリエイト株式会社
Originalサンシャイン水族館と高橋書店のベストセラー書籍「ざんねんないきもの事典」がコラボ。展示生物23種から人気No.1を決める総選挙を4月29日から開催し、参加型体験で集客を強化する。
Companies mentioned：高橋書店
株式会社マンダム will launch “Lilac,” a limited-edition fragrance for its repair hair mask from the “Re: Series” by haircare brand LUCIDO-L, on May 4, 2026. The product contains heat-reactive care ingredients that use heat to enhance hair’s shine and manageability.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マンダム
A live-action film adaptation of Poplar Publishing’s hit horror novel “A Questionnaire About the Mouth,” which has sold more than 320,000 copies, is set to open on July 3, 2026. Starring Rihito Itagaki and directed by Takashi Shimizu, the film will be accompanied by the release of a sequel novel, “Eyes.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポプラ社、株式会社KADOKAWA、松竹株式会社
株式会社レンサ has begun offering “Fortunes for the Second Half of 2026 Based on the Mayan Calendar” to the public through its monthly subscription fortune-telling website, “Mayan Calendar | Yumitama’s Fortune-Telling.” Based on the ancient Mayan calendar, the service forecasts fortunes and turning points for the second half of 2026. It is supervised by Yumitama, a leading researcher of the Mayan calendar.
Companies mentioned：株式会社レンサ
“Wolfgang’s Steakhouse,” which originated in New York, has begun selling its digital gift card, “eGift,” at 7 locations in Japan. Available in 3 denominations—¥10,000, ¥30,000 and ¥50,000—the cards can be easily sent by email or social media, offering a new way to express gratitude or congratulations.
ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅小路 will hold a “Steak Lunch Buffet” at its 1F restaurant, Umegoromo, starting June 1, 2026. Guests can enjoy a variety of meat dishes, including beef steak grilled by the chef right before their eyes and a monthly changing menu.
Companies mentioned：ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅小路、三菱地所ホテルズ&リゾーツ株式会社、ロイヤルパークホテルズ
NEC has launched the Africa Corporate Innovation Program to address social challenges in Africa, including agriculture and food security. In collaboration with シェル財団, Double Feather Partners and JICA, NEC aims to accelerate its business through co-creation with local startups.
Companies mentioned：シェル財団、Double Feather Partners、独立行政法人国際協力機構 (JICA)
東海大学 and NEC jointly conducted a proof of concept (PoC) for a data utilization platform in educational institutional research (IR), aiming to improve the quality of university education and enhance operations. Completed in March 2026, the project yielded valuable insights into analytical models for educational IR and laid the groundwork for further development, including the use of AI.
Companies mentioned：東海大学、日本電気株式会社、NEC、Microsoft
Nitori’s Deco Home will launch more than 10 “heat protection” products to make summer outings more comfortable, starting in late April. The lineup includes handheld fans, portable ice packs, cooling neck rings and UV protection items, combining stylish design with functionality.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニトリ
Super Delivery, operated by 株式会社ラクーンコマース, and the 専修大学 Faculty of Commerce will launch an industry-academia collaboration program in April 2026 focused on ethical consumption and distribution. The program will give students opportunities to gain practical knowledge of ethical store management and the role of wholesalers, contributing to the creation of a sustainable society.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラクーンコマース、専修大学、株式会社ラクーンホールディングス、weekend YOKOHAMA
Money Forward ME has opened some asset management features previously available to Premium members to free members. Users can now access asset trend and breakdown charts, among other features, to support household budgeting and asset building. The service aims to improve financial literacy among more users.
Companies mentioned：マネーフォワードホーム株式会社
A new book by Asuki Yokoyama, known as the “Math Brother,” titled “NHK Master Math in 3 Months: The Fascinating Mysteries of Numbers You’ll Want to Share,” will be released by 扶桑社 on May 2, 2026. Based on the content of an NHK Eテレ course, the book offers an enjoyable way to revisit arithmetic and mathematics, aiming to help a wide range of readers develop mathematical thinking.
Companies mentioned：扶桑社、NHK Eテレ、株式会社math channel、公益財団法人日本数学検定協会、日本お笑い数学協会、国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構（JST）、青春出版社、かんき出版
Originalカルビーは人気ゲーム「星のカービィ」と初のコラボレーションとなる『ピザポテト』の新パッケージを2026年4月下旬から全国のコンビニで期間限定発売。同じ1992年生まれの両ブランドが共同で幅広い世代にアピールする戦略。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハル研究所、任天堂株式会社
中小機構’s Hokuriku Headquarters is seeking tenants for Ishikawa University Collaboration Incubator (i-BIRD), a university-affiliated facility for developing entrepreneurs. Tenants can sign leases for up to 5 years. Applications for designated rooms will be accepted from May 11 through 20, with occupancy available from late June onward.
Companies mentioned：中小機構、独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構
“freee Sales” and “freee Time Tracking Plus” from フリー株式会社 have won the top “Leader” award for the first time at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring. The company received awards in 14 categories for a total of 8 products, demonstrating their strong market reputation and customer satisfaction.
Companies mentioned：フリー株式会社、アイティクラウド株式会社
Human Holdings conducted the “Survey on Generation Z’s Work Values and Individuality 2026.” Generation Z places greater importance on the social need for a job than on salary when choosing an employer, and tends to view labor shortages as an opportunity to make their mark.
Companies mentioned：ヒューマンホールディングス株式会社
フジテレビ’s video streaming service FOD has launched its “Spring Golden Week Campaign.” First-time subscribers can access FOD Premium for 200 yen, with exclusive streaming of popular films including “Pure Love, All Right!” and promotional campaigns focused on BL titles.
Companies mentioned：フジテレビ、TOHOシネマズ、GMM Grammy PCL、池袋PARCO、GIGOビジョン池袋、ハレザビジョン、グランドシネマサンシャイン、HUMAXシネマズ
Transcosmos has introduced an AI-powered “AICC service model” in South Korea, optimizing customer consultation processes across 4 stages. This has eased the workload on operators and shortened customer wait times. The company is also considering expansion into Japan, China and Malaysia.
Companies mentioned：A社 (オフィス家具メーカー)、B社 (保険会社)、C社 (モビリティ企業)、D社 (流通企業)
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo will serve its summer-only “Summer Strawberry Afternoon Tea” at the Lobby Lounge Bamboo from June 1 to August 31, 2026. The menu features sweet-and-tart strawberry desserts and colorful savory dishes, with plans that include all-you-can-eat strawberries also available. Guests can enjoy an elegant tea time with TWG tea.
FamilyMart will launch “Decaffeinated Café Latte,” a chilled-cup coffee developed jointly with Tetsu Kasuya, the world’s No. 1 barista, at stores nationwide starting April 28, 2026. Made with 100% Colombian beans, the premium product uses the Mountain Water Process to remove caffeine while preserving the beans’ original flavor.
Companies mentioned：全日本コーヒー協会
In a nationwide survey on “celebrities who would suit an art truck,” jointly conducted by 株式会社NEXER and 株式会社アートフレンドAUTO, George Tokoro took the No. 1 spot with 85 votes. Sho Aikawa, Eikichi Yazawa and Shohei Ohtani also ranked highly, highlighting the connection between celebrities’ public images and art truck culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、株式会社アートフレンドAUTO
A survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER and クオレ・ホーム株式会社 found that about 28% of custom home buyers experienced a significant gap between the estimate and the final cost, and about 87% of those buyers faced a difference of 1 million yen or more. The findings show that buyers place great importance on price transparency and have significant concerns about additional costs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、クオレ・ホーム株式会社
The Westin Yokohama will begin offering a hotel package that includes admission tickets to 横浜アンパンマンこどもミュージアム and a limited-edition drink on April 27, 2026. Targeting families during Golden Week and summer vacation, the package offers a wellbeing-focused stay in the Minato Mirai area.
Companies mentioned：横浜アンパンマンこどもミュージアム、マリオット・インターナショナル
Digital Hollywood University will hold a public lecture for high school and university students, “Developing Art Experiences Using Technology,” on May 12, 2026, featuring Shuhei Matsuyama, representative of 株式会社enigma. The lecture will explain the process from conceiving to developing technology-based art and offer cutting-edge learning connected to society.
Companies mentioned：株式会社enigma
株式会社エクシング will hold the collaborative campaign “FC東京 | JOYSOUND ‘Tokyo Sings at the Top of Its Voice’” starting April 27. In this fan-participation campaign, participants sing songs selected by FC東京 players using JOYSOUND’s scoring feature; those who achieve a score that includes a player’s jersey number will be entered in a draw to win a signed uniform.
Companies mentioned：USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社エクシング、FC東京
The anti-aging care brand “EFFECTIM” will launch its first mask-style beauty device in the series, the “Intensive Beauty Repair Mask,” equipped with contactless ultrasound and LED, along with a cream containing carefully selected beauty ingredients, on June 1, 2026. The 3-minute treatment aims to give skin a deeply rested, beautiful look, like after a night of quality sleep.
Companies mentioned：資生堂グループ
ABEMA’s popular show “Chance no Jikan” aired a special project, “Great Escape from a Real-Life Flame-Up,” centered on the comeback of Ken Watabe of Anjash, who is currently on hiatus. A turbulent series of events unfolded, including grueling missions, a forced name change and a benefactor’s revelations about his part-time job days.
Companies mentioned：AbemaTV,Inc.、山治
Shogakukan will begin distributing a complete digital collection of all works by Tsutomu Mizukami, a leading Showa-era author, on April 30, 2026. The collection also includes unpublished works, detailed commentary by experts and handwritten manuscripts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社小学館、読売新聞
グランドプリンスホテル広島 will offer 3 original cocktails inspired by scenes from the Seto Inland Sea at the “Sky Lounge Top of Hiroshima” on the 23rd floor from July 1 to September 23, 2026. To be enjoyed alongside views of Hiroshima’s city lights, the cocktails feature whiskey and gin from local distilleries and showcase the region’s appeal.
Companies mentioned：グランドプリンスホテル広島、サクラオブルワリーアンドディスティラリー、瀬戸内海汽船トラベルサービス
Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto will offer the limited-edition Mother’s Day sweets “Rose Financiers” from May 1 to 31, 2026. This elegant assortment of 5 rose-shaped financiers makes an ideal gift for expressing gratitude.
The Social System Research Institute (SSK) will hold a seminar on improving hospital management on May 28, 2026. Masakazu Odawara of PwC Consulting will explain practical methods for balancing “effectiveness” and “staff development,” drawing on real-world improvement cases.
Companies mentioned：ＰｗＣコンサルティング合同会社
“GMO Sign Electronic Official Seal” from GMOグローバルサイン・ホールディングス was adopted by 福井県 in March 2026. This enables the prefecture to comply with the amended Local Autonomy Act, digitize signatures by the governor and streamline administrative work, while allowing ordinances to be promulgated quickly during disasters.
Companies mentioned：GMOグローバルサイン・ホールディングス、福井県、GlobalSign
“Murasaki An,” operated by Aeon Eheart, has launched a limited-time large imagawayaki filled with matcha cream made using matcha from 祇園辻利. The combination of homemade chunky red bean paste and matcha cream is offered as an early-summer treat.
Companies mentioned：祇園辻利
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has opened applications for its Reiwa 8 “Public Proposals” and “University Proposals.” This important initiative for public participation in metropolitan government solicits solutions to policy challenges from residents and university researchers, puts them to an online vote and incorporates them into the Reiwa 9 budget proposal.
Companies mentioned：東京都財務局
The JAF Iwate Branch will exhibit at the “Iwate Job Experience Festival,” held at Appi Kogen on May 3 and 4, 2026. Through activities for children, including issuing safety licenses and trying on uniforms, the branch will promote traffic safety to families.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テレビ岩手
Impress Corporation has opened applications for exhibitors and sponsors for “Hamamatsu Micro Maker Faire 2026,” to be held at 浜松科学館 on July 4, 2026. The small-scale event aims to bring makers together and invigorate regional innovation.
Companies mentioned：浜松科学館、ファブラボ浜松／テイクスペース、株式会社インプレスホールディングス
KADOKAWA will release “Mopuu wa Henda,” the first picture book by acclaimed writer Awa Ito, on May 27, 2026 (illustrations by Kazumi Deguchi). Through a story in which other people’s judgment that someone is “strange” takes physical form, this eagerly anticipated work explores diversity and self-acceptance.
Companies mentioned：晶文社、光文社、ポプラ社
株式会社KADOKAWA will release “Uketa and Semegahara,” a popular manga serialized in Gene Pixiv and written by Hashi, on April 27, 2026. The story of 2 awkward corporate salarymen who support the same idol but have clashing interpretations is being published as a collected volume in this eagerly anticipated BL title about “work (supporting your fave).”
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、アニメイト、とらのあな、メロンブックス、中央書店、ゲーマーズ、コミックシーモア
KADOKAWA’s media outlet “Yomeruba” has released survey results on how families store children’s photos and artwork. Around 90% of parents feel they face challenges with organizing them, and the survey highlighted that more than half want to sort things out but keep putting it off.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
KADOKAWA will release “DA HAWAII: Back to Hawaii’s Roots,” a new book introducing the charms of Hawaii, on April 27, 2026. Kaori Akazawa and Ryo Uchino, who know Hawaii inside and out, join forces for the first time in 10 years. Accompanied by film photographs by photographer Orie Ichihashi, the book offers a look at “everyday Hawaii” that guidebooks don’t show.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
株式会社KADOKAWA will release Volume 4 of the popular essay manga “The Ecology of an All-Boys’ School,” about everyday life at a boys’ school, on April 27, 2026. Track and field athlete Ryota Yamagata recommends the book, which includes more than 40 pages of newly drawn material and in-store bonuses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
KADOKAWA announced that it will release a board book edition of the popular picture book “Bread Thief” in July 2026, followed by a gift set with an exclusive hand puppet in November of the same year. The company aims to make the book more durable for young children and boost demand for gifts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
“Books Are for Sale,” written by Ao Kojima and published by KADOKAWA, has won the Manga Grand Prize at the 30th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize. Set in a secondhand bookstore, the moving work depicts the bonds between books and people and achieved the remarkable feat of sweeping the major manga awards of 2026.
Companies mentioned：朝日新聞社、手塚プロダクション、日本出版販売
“Slip-resistant everyday shoes,” developed by J-BREAK Co., Ltd., have surpassed ¥6.8 million on the support-based crowdfunding service Makuake. Targeting people aged 50 and older, the shoes are attracting support for their practicality in reducing the risk of falls on rainy days and wet surfaces, as well as their design for everyday use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マクアケ
The Noguchi Kanko Group is running a campaign to mark its sponsored game between 北海道日本ハムファイターズ and 東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス, to be held on August 8, 2026. It is accepting entries from guests staying at its hotels for a prize drawing to win experiences including throwing the first pitch, a stadium tour and viewing the game from a dog-friendly seat.
Companies mentioned：北海道日本ハムファイターズ、東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス、ユニ・チャーム
株式会社セガ will open a limited-time shop at Shibuya’s MIYASHITA PARK from May 21, 2026, to mark its 65th anniversary. The experiential event will feature 40 types of collaborative products with artists and exclusive items, reinterpreting Sega IP through the perspectives of contemporary art and fashion.
Companies mentioned：Anique株式会社
Sportsnavi will livestream the “66th Chunichi Crowns,” taking place from April 30 to May 3, 2026, free of charge. It will bring fans the action of featured players including Ryo Ishikawa in a variety of formats, including streams that follow featured groups.
Companies mentioned：株式会社CBCテレビ、株式会社中日新聞社、ヤフー株式会社、LINEヤフー株式会社
Doughnut Robotics will unveil its new compact humanoid “cinnamon mini” for the first time at “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026.” Its key strength is technology that teaches movements from video, and it aims to put the robot to use in the entertainment industry. A collaboration with 新しい学校のリーダーズ is also planned.
Companies mentioned：ドーナッツロボティクス株式会社、新しい学校のリーダーズ
NPO Heart Kids Japan will hold its first children’s medical experience program in Osaka, “Heart Kids Classroom,” on May 24, 2026. The program will include a simulated heart surgery experience, a special lecture by Dr. Norihide Fukushima, who was involved in Japan’s first heart transplant, and an exhibition of advanced medical equipment.
Companies mentioned：ニプロ株式会社、学校法人金蘭会学園、千里金蘭大学
Gaitame.com Co., Ltd. began offering 12 new currency pairs on its “Gaika Next Neo” FX service on April 27, 2026. The lineup has expanded to a total of 42 pairs, including the Swiss franc/Turkish lira and Central and Eastern European currencies.
Companies mentioned：金融先物取引業協会
株式会社オンデーズ will begin selling eyewear brand MELLER, founded in Barcelona, Spain, in Japan on May 1, 2026. The collection comprises 26 sunglass styles featuring sustainable materials and polarized lenses as standard, and will be available at 36 stores in major cities and online.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オンデーズ、MELLER
appcycle株式会社 developed “RINGO-TEX®,” a bio-based leather made from discarded apples in Aomori. The material won the grand prix at the SIC Awards 2025 with a co-created model developed with Azumaya, a long-established Sumida Ward business, and will be exhibited at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026. It is attracting attention as a material that can contribute to a sustainable future, with efforts underway to put it to use across a wide range of fields, including fashion, mobility and art.
Companies mentioned：appcycle株式会社、有限会社東屋、BEAMS JAPAN、日本郵船グループ、全日本空輸株式会社（ANA）、株式会社三越伊勢丹
株式会社アルマビアンカ has opened orders for 9 new products featuring newly illustrated artwork from “Nintama Rantaro” on the online store AMNIBUS. The lineup includes acrylic cards and pin badges themed around cherry-blossom viewing, along with other items designed for everyday use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
株式会社讃建サンワ開発 of Gifu Prefecture has launched a new corporate website. Moving away from the conventional approach of showcasing housing specifications, it is strengthening experiential branding that helps families discover their own home style through an engaging, magazine-like experience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リーピー
OriginalJOURNAL STANDARDがGramicciに別注した「Archive Stitch Shorts」を5月中旬に発売。アーカイブをベースに現代的なワイドフィットと個性的なカラーステッチで再構築した一本です。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベイクルーズ、Gramicci
株式会社サイトクリエーション has published the results of a survey on the factoring market for small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors. The findings reveal improvements in convenience, including an increase in same-day payments and the spread of services that can be completed entirely online.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サイトクリエーション
Nippon Zettoc’s medicated moisturizing skincare “Hepatorit” series won the Excellence Award in the Variety category at the 38th Hit Product Awards, selected by votes from distribution industry professionals. It was highly praised for its strong moisturizing properties, backed by pharmaceutical development expertise, and its safety for sharing among family members.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドラッグマガジン、八千代会
Square Enix announced that it will release “Silver Wanderer,” the latest expansion pack for FFXIV, in January 2027. The major announcement also confirmed the introduction of a seasonal system, an overhaul of the battle system and crossover content with “Evangelion.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社カラー、任天堂
株式会社アルマビアンカ has opened orders on the online store AMNIBUS for a “Character Fine Graph” featuring heroine Mai Sakurajima from the popular series “Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus.” The high-quality art merchandise uses fine-art printing technology.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
令和アカウンティング・ホールディングス increased its donations for FY2025 to 9.76 million yen, 1.8 times the previous year's amount. It expanded the number of recipient organizations to 11 and is stepping up efforts to address social issues stemming from poverty, including support for young carers and learning assistance.
Original大和大学とシステム ディは、大学事務システム「Campus Plan」のAIチャットボット機能を活用した実証実験を2026年5月下旬より開始します。学内規定や便覧を学習させ、学生や教職員の質問に24時間対応することで、利便性向上と業務効率化を目指します。
Companies mentioned：学校法人西大和学園 大和大学、株式会社システム ディ
Fukuoka Prefecture-based sweets brand FRUITS SAND THREE / Age.3 KAMA, in Kama City, will launch a new matcha flavor of its smash-hit Dubai Chocolate Mochi on May 1, 2026. The product reimagines a trend from the Middle East using Japanese gyuhi mochi dough, creating an evolved Japanese-style sweet.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ANCHOR
eMotion Fleet will install its proprietary energy management system (EMS) at Nagasaki Bus and begin full-scale operations in May 2026. The cloud-based system will integrate optimization of electricity costs associated with introducing electric buses and more efficient operational management.
Companies mentioned：長崎自動車株式会社（長崎バス）、eMotion Fleet株式会社
Rohde & Schwarz will hold an online power electronics conference on May 5 and 6, 2026. Experts from industry and academia will discuss next-generation semiconductor technologies, EMC requirements and high-precision measurement methods, helping engineers address challenges.
Companies mentioned：Hitachi Energy、Infineon Technologies、PE-Systems、Würth Elektronik、ブレーメン大学、サラゴサ大学
社会福祉法人あいの実 is recruiting a medical director for あいの実クリニック in Sendai, which supports children and adults requiring medical care and their families. The additional hire will help stabilize the 10-bed short-term residential medical care service launched in April 2026 and strengthen the foundations for community living.
Companies mentioned：なし
株式会社pamxy has released a free YouTube video script template to reduce dependence on individual operators and improve audience retention. Drawing on a track record of more than 2.5 million cumulative subscribers, it offers a tool that makes professional video structures reproducible and supports companies' social media marketing.
NPO法人日本ネイリスト協会 interviewed snowboard gold medalist Yuto Totsuka. He discussed the appeal of men's nail art, its impact on competition and its importance as a form of self-expression.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人日本ネイリスト協会、Mrs. GREEN APPLE
For Shochiku's 130th-anniversary film TOKYO Taxi, the Japan Nailist Association (JNA) provided nail supervision. Leading actor Chieko Baisho spoke about the importance of nail art in preparing for a role, her own experiences with nail art and her respect for nail technicians' expertise.
Companies mentioned：松竹株式会社
Napolitan specialist restaurant スパゲッティーのパンチョ will open its Gotanda location on May 5, 2026. Expanding into Gotanda Valley, home to many IT companies, the restaurant will leverage its Showa-era retro atmosphere and generous portions to run a 3-stage opening campaign.
Companies mentioned：株式会社パンチョ
The mobile purchasing service Buy Kuru Kawasaki Takatsu will launch its “Early Summer Home Optimization Campaign” on April 27, 2026, covering household printers and other items. Its “appraise anything” service, regardless of manufacturer or age, will help local residents clear out unwanted belongings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社RC
UMUNI, the art brand of NPO法人UBUNTU, will hold the “UMUNI Gallery Project in PERTiCA” in Sendai in May 2026. The exhibition will feature one-of-a-kind original works created using distinctive techniques by “Abe-kobe Creators,” who have profound disabilities.
株式会社北辰フーズ will launch “Yubari Melon Jelly Rich Taste Mini,” a Hokkaido-only souvenir packed with 40 years of expertise, on May 1, 2026. Its specially designed single bite recreates the peak of the flavor, aiming to meet growing inbound demand with a premium souvenir product.
Companies mentioned：夕張市農業協同組合（夕張農協）
Technology trading company マルエム商会 will exhibit at the 2nd Kansai NEPCON JAPAN, showcasing SiC-related products and technologies from Japanese and international companies, including a 12-inch SiC epitaxial wafer making its debut in Japan. It will offer tailored solutions for next-generation power semiconductors, spanning material supply, manufacturing equipment and cooling solutions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マルエム商会、JSG（浙江晶盛机电股份有限公司）、TYSiC、JCC（晶誠）、IRON FORCE、AKT Components、UNT、MCK Tech Co.,Ltd
株式会社サンカクケイ has released “Contract Manga,” in which its representative, Yashiro Azuki, turns the contents of contracts into manga to protect creators from unfair agreements. The initiative visualizes complex legal clauses to help prevent problems before they arise.
Companies mentioned：PRIZMA
株式会社ASTROSQUARE has begun exclusive advance sales on Makuake of ZERO ICE, a large-capacity, non-melting ice cube from Australia. With cooling performance lasting up to 48 hours, this reusable eco-friendly product brings innovation to outdoor activities and everyday use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ASTROSQUARE、Makuake
メイカーズ, a Keyence subsidiary, has launched SOLIDZ Power Cable, a highly durable USB cable with a stainless-steel outer layer. Combining the strength and flexibility of metal, it features a 17mm-long boot structure to prevent cable breakage, bringing industrial-equipment-level quality to everyday use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社キーエンス
5K Support's 5K heatstroke and health management cloud service has begun test deployment at 大手ゼネコン. By visualizing changes in each worker's health as well as WBGT levels, it enables coordinated organizational management of heatstroke prevention measures that go beyond warnings.
Companies mentioned：大手ゼネコン