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株式会社PLAYIO will hold “TECH & PLAY in Ebisu,” a networking event for the game and app industries, in collaboration with GMO TECH on April 28, 2026. The event aims to foster the sharing of industry knowledge through the unveiling of the latest Dynamic LTV model and networking.
Companies mentioned：GMO TECH株式会社、Adjust株式会社、Sensor Tower株式会社、株式会社スパイスマート、BOKSOONDOGA
株式会社X-HACK has changed the name of its AI interview practice service for engineers, “MENTAI,” to “MENREN（めんれん）.” The rebranding positions it not as a one-off practice tool but as a personal coach that helps users “refine their interviews” until they overcome their weaknesses.
一般財団法人ゆめいく will hold “ONEART KAGIYA 2026,” an exhibition of artworks by children with disabilities, for the first time over an extended period at a café on 栗駒山. The exhibition will display and sell works completed by professional artists, with a portion of the proceeds returned to the children as scholarships.
forest株式会社 will launch the first collaborative design with “PAW Patrol™” from its “おねぽん” bedwetting pants series, which ranked No. 1 in the annual rankings on Rakuten Ichiba. As part of its efforts to strengthen D2C, it will also launch the official e-commerce site for “ウフ ソレイユ” and offer advance sales. The collaboration marks a new growth strategy for the “おねぽん” brand, combining functionality and design.
Companies mentioned：forest株式会社、スピンマスター、makeshop byGMO
株式会社Integrity spun off its executive interview media outlet “社長百景” and established a new company, “株式会社百景,” on April 15, 2026, to operate media and branding businesses. The move aims to contribute to the sustainable growth of businesses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Integrity、株式会社リンクアンドモチベーション
Recovery brand “パワードギア” opened its 2nd directly operated store in Horie, Osaka, in March 2026. Limited-edition items, including the high-magnetic-force necklace “DualMag BLACK×BLACK,” also make their debut. The store is the brand’s first permanent location in Kansai where visitors can experience its world.
Companies mentioned：パワードギア株式会社、オリックス・バファローズ
Space Compass and Airbus Defence and Space have signed a memorandum of understanding on optical communications and Earth observation solutions. The companies will explore ways to enable real-time delivery of Earth observation data and create new added value by leveraging high-speed, high-capacity optical data relay technology.
Companies mentioned：Airbus Defence and Space SAS、NTT株式会社、スカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社
A survey of condominium brand perceptions conducted by Propally株式会社 found that ブランズ and バウス received high ratings for “trust and credibility,” リビオ for “one of a kind,” and アルファステイツ for “value for money and affordability.” The findings revealed the distinct strengths of each brand.
Companies mentioned：Propally株式会社、ライオンズマンション、THE LIONS、グランドメゾン、プラウド、クリオ、クレヴィア、ブランズ、バウス、ザ・パークハウス、ブリリア、サーパス、リビオ、プレミスト、クレストフォルム、アルファステイツ
The debt restructuring AI agent “ぱらりこさん,” developed by ネクスパート法律事務所, will officially go on sale on May 1, 2026. The tool aims to streamline lawyers’ debt restructuring work and create an environment where they can focus on legal decisions and conversations with clients.
Companies mentioned：ネクスパート法律事務所、一般社団法人イノベーション法務支援機構、Google、AWS
株式会社オーラルケア will launch “プラスα診断” on April 28, offering tips on children’s oral care through LINE. By answering just 2–3 questions, parents can receive specific “プラスα information” to help protect their children’s oral health. The service will also offer free individual consultations with dental hygienists for a limited time.
長崎医療センター and カーブジェン have been selected for AMED’s “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Medical Device Development Promotion Research Program” and will begin joint research and development of a medical device that rapidly identifies drug-resistant bacteria using deep learning for Gram staining. The project aims to promote measures against AMR through the use of AI in healthcare settings.
Companies mentioned：国立研究開発法人日本医療研究開発機構、カーブジェン株式会社
日東化工 of エンビプログループ is supporting “RUN CYCLE SQUARE,” a sustainability initiative at Tokyo Marathon EXPO 2026, and will hold a workshop to make sandals from used running shoes and tires. The event aims to offer a hands-on experience of the circular economy using the company’s rubber chip grinding and mat molding technologies.
Companies mentioned：エンビプログループ、日東化工株式会社、一般財団法人東京マラソン財団
Matchmaking service サンマリエ has announced a tie-up with the film “マテリアリスト 結婚の条件,” which opens on May 29, 2026, and will run a social media giveaway campaign to coincide with May 2, “婚活の日” (Marriage-Minded Dating Day). The collaboration came about because the film’s theme of reconsidering modern views on marriage aligns with サンマリエ’s matchmaking support.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンマリエ、IBJグループ、ハピネットファントム
“CREA BASE Creative Course,” an art subscription for adults, is opening in Oshiage and Shinjuku and will begin accepting applications for its 1st cohort on May 1. The course offers 3 sessions per month, allowing participants to enjoy making art after work. They can try a wide range of genres, including drawing, pottery and landscapes, and an introductory discount is also available.
ONE Lab (one move株式会社) will hold a free workshop on recruitment strategies using social media amid the transformation of recruitment media. It will provide practical know-how on overcoming the limitations of traditional job advertising media and using social media as a strategic channel.
Companies mentioned：one move株式会社、株式会社ピアラ
Plus W has completed the 1st cohort of its practical PM talent development program “Bootcamp Series” for 森永乳業 and will launch the 2nd cohort in April 2026. The hands-on training, built around real projects, has developed leaders to drive DX promotion and delivered concrete results.
Companies mentioned：森永乳業株式会社
Green AI and 電通総研 have been selected for 広島県’s energy-saving support program for the 2nd consecutive year. The initiative will support decarbonization management at 40 local small and medium-sized businesses and help develop specific energy-saving measures that boost profits.
Companies mentioned：株式会社電通総研、広島県
マンズワイン will hold “マンズワインフェスタ×KOMORO WINE DAYS 2026” in 小諸市, 長野県, on May 23, 2026. The event will offer a special sale of the “ソラリス” series, which marks its 25th anniversary, a talk show featuring Shinya Tasaki and the company president, and free winery tours, among other opportunities to experience wine and the area’s appeal through all five senses.
Companies mentioned：マンズワイン株式会社、小諸市
ナブアシスト will exhibit at “運輸安全・物流DX EXPO 2026,” to be held in May 2026. The company will showcase an integrated DX solution that provides end-to-end support across the transport industry, from roll call checks to revenue and expense management, helping advance the industry’s digitalization.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リックテレコム
岩手日報社’s “If I Knew It Were the Last Time: Educational Program” has won the top prize at the 5th 鈴木三郎助全広連地域広告大賞. The educational resource aims to keep memories of the Great East Japan Earthquake from fading. It is used by more than 90 schools and organizations nationwide and has drawn a strong response. The award ceremony will be held in Shizuoka on May 13.
Companies mentioned：岩手日報社、中国新聞社、長崎新聞社、小泉八雲・セツのドラマをイカしてバケる松江推進協議会、トヨタ自動車株式会社、イオンフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、広島県、株式会社 秋田魁新報社、株式会社マリモ、株式会社ワイドレジャー
German designer bathroom brand Duravit has collaborated with world-renowned designer Patricia Urquiola to add a counter-integrated washbasin to its “Balcoon” collection. The product offers refined design and premium features at a mid-range price and suits a wide variety of spaces.
Companies mentioned：Duravit、De Padova、Lissoni and Partners、Cassina、Haworth、Louis Vuitton、B&B Italia、Moroso、Flos、Kvadrat、BMW、スターバックス、Ferrari
NTT e-Drone Technology has launched support for introducing drones using subsidies. The company is offering a new service package combining high-performance drones with AI analysis to promote DX and labor savings across a wide range of field operations, including infrastructure inspections, surveys of confined spaces, land surveying and wildlife damage prevention.
シーオス株式会社 will hold an online seminar on May 27, 2026, analyzing failed AMR (autonomous mobile robot) implementations and explaining principles for success. Logistics experts will discuss the turning points that determine implementation outcomes and provide information on subsidies to support companies considering AMR adoption.
Companies mentioned：シーオス株式会社
株式会社GOAT has released a free, comprehensive 10-step guide that organizes the latest Rakuten food SEO know-how for 2026. Food e-commerce businesses can use it to learn the latest strategies for adapting to changes in Rakuten’s SEO algorithm and aiming for higher search rankings.
World Park will add a “SUNSET Index” feature to the “SUNSET BEACH MAP” digital map of Inage Seaside Park starting May 2, 2026. The feature uses AI to predict the beauty of sunsets. A hands-on event, “Puzzle-Solving Game: SUNSET BEACH MAP Puzzle Walk,” will also be held during Golden Week to mark the launch. The initiative aims to let visitors choose beautiful sunset days to enjoy the park, enhance its appeal and extend visitors’ stays.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワールドパーク、株式会社エヌアイデイ
and US has published the 2nd installment of success stories about its hands-on support for beauty salons. The stories feature 4 owners who overcame business challenges and gained confidence, from home salons to multi-location businesses.
Online flower gift site “Sakaseru” has launched new fresh-flower arrangements for offerings and condolences, created to honor the memory of loved ones. By delivering carefully selected seasonal flowers in keeping with customers’ sentiments, the service helps them choose gifts for sensitive occasions.
A free online product briefing will be held on May 27, 2026, to mark the 20th anniversary of the small-amount, short-term insurance system. 5 companies will participate and introduce their distinctive mini insurance products.
Companies mentioned：タイズ少額短期保険株式会社、ニッセイプラス少額短期保険株式会社、ABC少額短期保険株式会社、MSプラスワン少額短期保険株式会社、第一スマート少額短期保険株式会社
DEEPCORE has launched the YouTube channel “ハックツー！” to explain deep-tech research seeds in an easy-to-understand way. As part of a NEDO project, the channel aims to connect cutting-edge research technologies with society and encourage new challenges.
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）
株式会社リーフ・パブリケーションズ, which operates Sake World in Kyoto, has launched “KOKA-古花-,” a new product in its blended sake “Assemblage Club” series. Based on sake aged for 21 years and blended with brands from a long-established Kyoto brewery, it is distinguished by its complex aroma and deep flavor.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リーフ・パブリケーションズ、Sake World、Sake World 牧野蔵、増田德兵衞商店、北川本家、松井酒造、JRA京都競馬場
“Cooling Body Mist” and “Cooling Hand Gel,” known for their refreshing feel and fragrance, are back this year from “deux CARE,” the original body-care series of “deux C,” a lifestyle goods shop run by (株)フィル・エ・クチーレ. The line also includes hand soap and hand cream, with additive-free formulas that moisturize and support healthy skin.
Companies mentioned：(株)フィル・エ・クチーレ、deux C
Kamakura Beniya will launch a limited-edition can featuring a special design on May 29, 2026, to mark the 50th anniversary of its classic “あじさい.” In addition, limited-edition menu items themed around “あじさい” will be served from early June at the Komachi Yokoji store café and Kurumicco Factory The Cafe, enhancing the brand experience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社鎌倉紅谷
株式会社クォンタムフラワーズ＆フーズ (QFF) and 東京大学晝間研究室 have begun contract research using neutron beams to create mutants of plant-symbiotic microorganisms. Using non-GMO technology, the research aims to clarify the genes and physiological mechanisms involved in plant growth promotion and symbiotic functions, and to apply the findings to sustainable agriculture.
Companies mentioned：東京大学 晝間研究室、株式会社クォンタムフラワーズ＆フーズ
株式会社Fivot’s savings app “IDARE” will launch a campaign on April 28, 2026, to mark its 5th anniversary, offering a chance to win a 10,000-yen bonus. To qualify, users must create a new box and transfer in at least 10,000 yen.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Fivot
マインディア has begun offering its “AI Conversation Analysis Module” and its 1st application, a “Sales Transformation Solution.” The technology uses AI to analyze sales meeting recordings and statistically compare them with outcome data, such as closed deals, to identify “winning formulas.” It is distinguished by its ability to derive concrete organizational change actions, going beyond visualization.
株式会社コムデザイン signed an “Annual Gold” contract as an authorized marketing partner (AMP) with HDI-Japan, the Japanese branch of HDI, an international evaluator of the support services industry, effective April 2026. The company aims to further enhance its expertise and credibility in the contact center field.
Companies mentioned：HDI-Japan、HDI
株式会社ORSO began selling its “9,800-yen Limited Set” on April 28, 2026. The set includes the “DRONE STAR PARTY” drone, an AI programming app and an AI ticket worth 2,000 yen. It offers a new learning experience in which users control a drone using natural language.
Companies mentioned：慶應義塾大学、東京大学、NTTドコモ、ニフティ株式会社
3 Kansai IT companies have teamed up to hold the career event “文系AIナイト” in Osaka on June 24, 2026, for 100 humanities students. Business leaders will speak directly about the importance of humanities skills in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクトビ、株式会社ビヨンド、株式会社Scene Live、毎日放送（MBS）
日本アイアール will hold a hands-on seminar on June 19, 2026, on using marketing analysis to identify a company’s strengths and core technologies and develop them into new product themes. The seminar is aimed at manufacturing engineers and new business professionals, and will explain methods for competitor analysis and establishing decision-making criteria.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファースト・イノベーテック
Supermarket Inageya has named its popular “三元豚 pork loin cutlet rice box” and “originally seasoned bulgogi 2” as “いなげや名物品” under its proprietary internal certification program. The designation is given to original products that meet strict sales standards, with the aim of improving quality and giving customers a reason to visit.
The subsidy search service “補助金フラッシュ” surveyed 72 regional revitalization subsidies for the lodging industry. It found that many programs allow applicants to claim rent, equipment and advertising expenses, in addition to facility renovation costs, in a single application.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Franca AI
Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and 株式会社MoveX have signed a partnership agreement to promote urban sports. Building on 4 years of results since 2022, they will step up efforts from fiscal 2026 to establish local culture centered on street dance and build communities.
株式会社TeaRoom has launched “茶の湯ダイアローグ,” a dialogue and co-creation program for business professionals. It applies tea ceremony culture to modern communication to support deeper dialogue and organizational transformation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社THE CRAFT FARM、一般社団法人文化資本研究所
ULS Consulting has begun offering the Japanese version of “Change Management v3,” an international certification from the UK’s APMG International. It supports the development of talent to lead organizational transformation in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：APMG International
Organic towel brand “Hippopotamus” has announced its first collaboration collection with “monpoké,” the official Pokémon baby brand. It will release 3 high-quality items, including bibs and swaddles featuring Pikachu and other characters.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポケモン
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Parking Science Co., Ltd. explains how parking fee displays work to help prevent parking-related problems during Golden Week. The company recommends checking in advance with the “P-Collection” app and highlights the importance of a “pre-trip check” to avoid unexpectedly high charges.
Companies mentioned：FM湘南ナパサ、消費者庁
Granton Co., Ltd. has added a “Presence” feature to its cloud PBX service “03plus,” enabling real-time sharing of team members’ available and away status. This makes it easier to transfer calls smoothly when working remotely or handling calls with multiple people.
Sukeno Co., Ltd. is launching its “cool-touch and UV-protective” collection as new products for summer 2026. Responding to the needs of busy people today, the company will offer multifunctional apparel focused on time efficiency, providing heat relief and UV protection at the same time just by wearing it.
LEEEP, a customer experience platform from 株式会社REGALI, has released 2 new features: passkey login and IP address restrictions. Multilayered defense has significantly strengthened admin console security for more than 2,000 e-commerce sites using the platform.
Companies mentioned：株式会社REGALI
Venture Café Tokyo and partners have launched “BEYOND MAKERS PROGRAM,” connecting Japanese small and midsize manufacturers with Australian startups. Selected as a project under 東京都’s “TOKYO SUTEAM” initiative, the program has chosen 10 Australian startups with advanced technologies such as AI and robotics, and will promote joint development and proof-of-concept trials between Japan and Australia.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人ベンチャー・カフェ東京、株式会社Lambda、Innovation Dojo Japan合同会社、株式会社Arclev、東京都、AICRAFT Pty Ltd、Carebotics Technologies Pty Ltd、Contactile Pty Ltd、DeCarice Pty Ltd、Fugu Carbon Pty Ltd、Kite Magnetics Pty Ltd、MotionLogic Pty Ltd、Puralink pty Ltd、UING Pty Ltd、Vixia Pty Ltd
“Medico,” a review and job site for healthcare professionals operated by 株式会社WILLCO, has announced the “Rewarding Hospitals/Clinics AWARD 2026,” which evaluates workplace environments based on actual review data. The award aims to make workplace conditions more visible and promote improvements across the industry, which is facing a serious labor shortage.
Companies mentioned：株式会社WILLCO、ＮＴＴ東日本札幌病院、広島赤十字・原爆病院、同愛記念病院、長野市民病院、社会医療法人明生会 明生第二病院、兵庫県立淡路医療センター、リハビリテーション天草病院、八王子北部病院、練馬駅リハビリテーション病院、独立行政法人地域医療機能推進機構 諫早総合病院、渋谷の森クリニック、東葛クリニックみらい、医療法人社団やまびこ 新横浜整形外科リウマチ科、足立慶友整形外科、湘南美容クリニック熊谷院、フェニックスメディカルクリニック、総合健診センターヘルチェック、黒田整形外科医院、板橋セントラルクリニック、大阪公立大学医学部附属病院先端予防医療部附属クリニック ＭｅｄＣｉｔｙ２１
The hot spring inn Kamisuwa Onsen Shinyu in Suwa, Nagano Prefecture, is marking its 15th anniversary with the launch of “Tour of Ink Paintings Woven with Words,” an interactive experience exploring artworks around the inn. It has also announced a special accommodation plan that includes a 1,500-yen voucher for use at the inn and a commemorative gift.
Companies mentioned：合資会社親湯温泉
Agatha, a cloud-based clinical trial document management service from Agatha Inc., has surpassed 80,000 users worldwide. It is used by approximately 76% of clinical trial sites in Japan and approximately 96% of pharmaceutical companies, and is rapidly growing as an industry-standard DX platform.
Original久米仙酒造は、東京ヤクルトスワローズのマスコット「つば九郎」とコラボした「つばくろうのういすき〜 2026」を2026年4月28日より予約開始します。沖縄の気候を活かした本格的な味わいのウイスキーが約3年ぶりに復活します。
Companies mentioned：東京ヤクルトスワローズ
VideoTouch will exhibit at the “Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference,” to be held in Osaka in May 2026. It will showcase an AI-powered training platform and present a case study at a joint seminar with AEON Financial Service on saving 5,000 work hours annually through AI role-play.
Companies mentioned：イオンフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、株式会社リックテレコム、インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社
Mitsui Sumitomo Trust Asset Management (SMTAM) has announced that it will be the sole sponsor of the “PRI 20th Anniversary Symposium,” to be held on May 18, 2026, and that President Takahiro Kobayashi will participate as a panelist. As a signatory institution since PRI’s launch in 2006, the company is demonstrating its strong commitment to responsible investment.
Companies mentioned：PRI（Principles for Responsible Investment:責任投資原則）
株式会社ACSiON has begun providing services to Tokai Tokyo Financial Holdings to combat increasingly sophisticated phishing scams.
Companies mentioned：東海東京フィナンシャル・ホールディングス株式会社
BANDAI SPIRITS has opened pre-registration for “Builders Note,” the official Gunpla fan community app. The app includes features for sharing build logs and collecting requests for reissues, and is scheduled for official release on May 12, 2026. It aims to encourage interaction among fans and further broaden Gunpla culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社BANDAI SPIRITS、株式会社サンライズ、株式会社MBS
MERCER bis, a specialty shop for fresh caramel chiffon cakes, will bring back “Fresh Ripe Melon” for a limited time starting May 1. The early-summer-only dessert is made generously with domestically grown musk melon and is aimed at demand for Mother’s Day gifts and treats for oneself.
Companies mentioned：MERCER OFFICE株式会社
株式会社Jiffcy has updated the social networking app “Jiffcy,” adding “Today’s Dots” to its photo-sharing feature “Dots.” Users can save and resend photos taken within a 24-hour period, making everyday communication with close friends more casual and engaging.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Jiffcy
Scalar Inc. will exhibit at “Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2026,” to be held in May 2026. It will introduce distributed data management and tamper-detection technologies, and deliver a presentation on building data infrastructure in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：ガートナージャパン株式会社、Gartner Inc.
Kentex Japan is releasing a collaboration watch with the TV anime “WorldEnd Touring” from its “MOTO-R” series of watches for motorcycle riders, in a limited run of 405. This limited-edition model features a concrete-style dial reflecting the world of the series and a practical compass function.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
NIKKE 1896, Japan Wool Textile's merino wool specialty brand, will offer products for a limited time at 明日見世 on the 9th floor of 大丸東京店. This is a rare opportunity to experience high-quality merino wool products firsthand.
Companies mentioned：日本毛織株式会社、大丸東京店
congatec has announced the conga-TC300, a COM Express Compact module powered by インテル Core Series 3 processors. Designed for low-power embedded and industrial edge AI applications, it offers a dedicated AI accelerator and up to 41 TOPS of AI performance, while making upgrades from existing systems easier.
Companies mentioned：インテル、congatec
Beauty booking app Nailie Beauty has teamed up with idol group FRUITS ZIPPER to launch the “KAWAII Support Festival” campaign. The promotion, one of the largest in the service's history, makes first-time hair, nail and eye bookings effectively half price and returns up to ¥7,500 worth of points.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネイリー、FRUITS ZIPPER
Valextra unveiled “Soft & Tender Topographies,” an installation created in collaboration with Objects of Common Interest, at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026. The installation expresses the brand's aesthetic through an exploration of materials and space, and 2 limited-edition Iside bags were also unveiled.
Companies mentioned：Valextra、Objects of Common Interest
Pieleccex Co., Ltd. held “Pieleccex Conference 2026,” sharing examples of resource recycling and sustainability implementation in textile products. The company has also become a Platinum Partner of the “Vibrancy Creation Project” for GREEN×EXPO 2027, contributing to the creation of a valuable visitor experience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社村田製作所、GREEN×EXPO協会、ホンダモビリティランド株式会社、Blue Earth Alliance
Sony Pictures Entertainment is launching a campaign timed to “Overseas Drama Day” on April 28 to mark 70 years since overseas TV dramas first aired in Japan. Through the launch of the Amazon Prime Video channel “Sony Pictures Core” and social media collaborations, the company aims to showcase the appeal of overseas dramas from multiple angles and expand its fan base.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・ピクチャーズ エンタテインメント、Amazon Prime Video、X、TikTok、YouTube、NHK
Broadleaf has obtained 8 patents related to detecting fraud and improving transparency in auto maintenance. The technologies detect fraud at each stage, from estimate review to confirmation that work has been completed, helping ensure proper business practices and strengthen accountability.
Companies mentioned：国土交通省
Starting June 3, Uchida Yoko IT Solutions will hold an online seminar on construction management and productivity improvements at construction sites using generative AI. The seminar will showcase a case study of the “AI Dashboard” jointly developed by Marumotogumi and TripodWorks, focusing on balancing digital transformation in construction with on-site capabilities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社丸本組、トライポッドワークス株式会社、国土交通省、株式会社内田洋行ITソリューションズ
Coty Japan will offer the adidas Fragrance “Vibes” series for a limited time at @cosme TOKYO, OSAKA and NAGOYA from April 29 to June 30, 2026. The lineup includes 8 eau de parfums and 3 new hair and body mists, with an original drawstring backpack also available as a purchase gift.
Companies mentioned：コティジャパン合同会社、adidas (アディダス)、@cosme store、ハンズ、イオン
コノコトトモニ, operated by 株式会社ゆずず, exhibited at “Interpets Tokyo 2026,” one of Japan's largest pet events. It hosted a “Message Wall” activity where participants wrote about their feelings for their dogs, attracting more than 300 dog lovers. The company also sold a new version of its walking bag, which sold out last year, to great acclaim. It plans to exhibit for the first time at “Interpets Osaka” next time.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゆずず、コノコトトモニ
SS Pharmaceutical's sleep brand ドリエル has launched the new supplement ドリエル ユアリズム and will begin airing a new TV commercial starring Shingo Katori nationwide in May 2026. The commercial depicts the comfort of everyday life brought by a good night's sleep and highlights the product's benefits for sleep quality.
Companies mentioned：エスエス製薬株式会社、電通、ラウンデル、makino management、あがる星、JET‘S、Lunch Record、AOI Pro.、STRIPE Inc.、ZEN creative
Yokowo will make its first appearance at the International Car Rental Show (ICRS), taking place in Texas, United States, from May 13 to 15, 2026, where it will demonstrate in-vehicle IoT solutions. This marks an important step toward the company's full-scale entry into the North American car rental market.
フォーバル GDXリサーチ研究所 has released the results of its 2025 survey on small and medium-sized business conditions. As bankruptcies due to labor shortages hit a record high, 44.1% of small and medium-sized businesses identified labor shortages as a management challenge. The issue was more serious at larger companies, and the survey highlighted cautious attitudes toward hiring new graduates and foreign workers.
Companies mentioned：東京商工リサーチTSRデータインサイト、フォーバル GDXリサーチ研究所
Carbon EX Co., Ltd. has launched a “J-Credit Generation Simulation” feature for solar power facilities. The feature enables companies to easily estimate potential J-Credit generation volumes and revenue, providing an impetus for advancing decarbonization management.
Companies mentioned：アスエネ株式会社、SBIホールディングス株式会社
The “Bamboo Bell-Making Experience,” featuring a traditional Beppu craft, will launch in mid-April 2026 at Terrace Midoubaru, operated by SEKIYA RESORT. Guests can take home a handmade bamboo bell and deepen their memories of the trip.
Sanpou Shingaku Net has launched “School Matching AI Michikaru,” a new feature that uses AI to personalize high school students' school choices. Drawing on a unique dataset of 12 million characters and conversational AI, it closely connects students' interests with schools' educational content to support optimal career and education choices.
Companies mentioned：株式会社さんぽう、OpenAI社
株式会社pamxy has released for free “5 Viral TikTok Short-Video Formats and a Scaling Sheet,” designed to address resource shortages and repetitive concepts in TikTok operations. Drawing on operational expertise from social media accounts with about 3 million followers in total, the company helps users develop high-quality concepts quickly and produce content at scale.
Companies mentioned：株式会社pamxy
Original株式会社都光は、ジュヴレ・シャンベルタンの名門デュガ家の系譜を継ぐドメーヌ「アンベール・フレール」の最新2023ヴィンテージワインを2026年4月28日より販売開始します。フランス国内で高い評価を得ている「第三のデュガ」として注目されています。
Companies mentioned：株式会社都光、ベルナール・デュガ・ピィ、クロード・デュガ
The GREEN×EXPO Association will sell paper tickets for GREEN×EXPO 2027 at national parks and events in the Tokyo metropolitan area starting during Golden Week. Collaboration tickets featuring “Garden Bear” and “Tunk Tunk” will also debut and be offered at special events.
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会、チケットぴあ、ぴあ株式会社
TREホールディングス and its consolidated subsidiary Takeei have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with Inagi City, Tokyo, on environmental issues and other matters. The partners will draw on the TRE Group’s waste treatment and recycling expertise to jointly promote the city’s circular development, recycling of plastics and disposable diapers, disaster response cooperation, and public awareness activities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タケエイ、TREホールディングス
株式会社ウェルモ, which promotes DX and AI in elder care, and 株式会社コマースフォース, which provides AI chatbots and other services, have launched a capital and business partnership. To address information asymmetry in the elder-care e-commerce market, they will jointly develop an “AI elder-care shopping agent” that uses AI to recommend suitable products based on each user’s needs, and offer it to elder-care and welfare providers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウェルモ、株式会社コマースフォース
富士ベッド工業株式会社 has begun general sales of “YOKONEGU GAME,” a gaming pillow that achieved 3502% in crowdfunding. Focusing on the physical strain of posture during long gaming sessions and the quality of rest, the pillow’s innovative design makes it easy to transition from a gaming posture to a resting position.
Companies mentioned：富士ベッド工業株式会社、cocochi factory
株式会社フォーエム will hold a free webinar on May 27 on how to succeed in brand marketing in the age of AI search. Addressing the shift from traditional SEO to AI search optimization (LLMO), the webinar will introduce concrete strategies and examples for being “chosen” by AI.
Companies mentioned：AnyMind Group
株式会社サトクリフ will offer an online lottery with a yandere vampire theme to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the game “School Days” through its online lottery service “Kuji Cliff,” starting April 28. Items include goods featuring Kotonoha Katsura, illustrated especially for the occasion by Junji Goto.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サトクリフ、STACK、トゥーヴァージンズグループ
Kasho Sanzen will sell a special set combining Sendai specialty “Hagi no Tsuki” with “Hagi no Shirabe Kou,” available exclusively in Tokyo and Osaka, at Haneda Airport Terminal 2 for a limited time during Golden Week. This combination is not usually available and is ideal as a travel souvenir or gift.
株式会社フォーエム and Kadokawa Haruki Corporation have jointly developed and launched “La Voix,” a digital media outlet for women. Combining the strengths of both companies, it offers a new information experience that resonates with modern women and supports them in making their own choices.
Companies mentioned：株式会社角川春樹事務所
Originalコールシステム開発のScene Live、Actvi、Beyondの3社は、2026年6月24日にMBSちゃやまちプラザで文系大学生向けキャリアイベント「文系AIナイト」を共同開催します。本イベントは、文系学生がAI時代に活躍できる可能性を示し、IT業界への関心を高めることを目的としています。
Companies mentioned：株式会社Scene Live、株式会社アクトビ、株式会社ビヨンド、KANSAI AI BOOTCAMP
小野建株式会社 announced that Kōshin Era has been appointed the new manager of its Kokura Branch. Since joining the company, Mr. Era has worked at the Kokura Branch, specializing in civil engineering products in the construction division. In his new role, he will strengthen community-based sales activities and focus on organizational development.
LOCUS has shared a case study of its YouTube operations support for PERSOL TEMPSTAFF. It is a success story in which YouTube subscribers increased to approximately 12 times their previous number, while views and exposure also rose significantly.
Companies mentioned：パーソルテンプスタッフ株式会社
NABLAS株式会社 held its “AI Skills Development Seminar for Manufacturing” on March 17, 2026, sharing the importance of developing AI talent in manufacturing and practical tips. As the rise of generative AI makes AI adoption a factor in corporate competitiveness, the seminar emphasized the need for AI education that can be put into practice on the ground.
Companies mentioned：NABLAS株式会社、株式会社ソミックトランスフォーメーション、株式会社浜名湖国際頭脳センター、株式会社ソミックマネージメントホールディングス
株式会社鎌倉新書 has fully launched an end-of-life planning support service for Japan’s super-aged society in partnership with ＳＯＭＰＯひまわり生命保険株式会社. By combining insurance and end-of-life planning services, it provides consistent peace of mind from the final stage of life through support for bereaved families.
Companies mentioned：ＳＯＭＰＯひまわり生命保険株式会社、ＳＯＭＰＯホールディングス株式会社、株式会社鎌倉新書
SecureNavi株式会社 has added a “Starter Kit” feature to its SOC 2 compliance platform, “Fit&Gap,” to streamline initial setup before an audit. This enables companies tackling SOC 2 for the first time to begin operations quickly.
株式会社Arent announced that its Spanish subsidiary, Arent Software S.A., will speak at the international BIM conference “EUBIM 2026,” to be held in May 2026. The company will present DX solutions using BIM automation and AI, aiming to expand its business in the European market.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Arent、Arent Software S.A.、株式会社キーエンス、株式会社リクルート、アマゾンジャパン合同会社、株式会社PlantStream
ディップ株式会社 has published an interview about its adoption of the new-graduate scouting service “ABABA.” The interview describes how the company achieved an approximately 20% higher final interview pass rate compared with other scouting platforms and successfully secured job offers at an early stage.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ABABA、ディップ株式会社
株式会社スペースデータ has launched the website for “NEXA,” a next-generation resilience platform designed to address uncertainty in geopolitics, national security, and cybersecurity. It offers expert columns free of charge and also holds members-only study sessions and networking events, supporting organizations and individuals in improving their crisis response capabilities.
Dormy Inn has introduced 4 “Sleep Reset Rooms” at its 100th property, Dormy Inn Yokkaichi, equipped with sleep products from the NELL sleep brand. In addition to the sauna and hot springs, guests can enjoy a stay designed to restore body and mind with NELL’s high-quality bedding and relaxation items.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Morght、株式会社共立メンテナンス
UniAim, provider of the cloud-based POS register service “CASHIER,” and BESW, which specializes in SNS marketing, will jointly hold a free online webinar on May 19, 2026, covering labor-saving DX and social media customer acquisition for stores facing labor shortages.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ユニエイム、株式会社BESW