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To mark 50 years since Coleman began operations in Japan, the company will launch a social media campaign inviting people to submit camping stories starting May 1, 2026. The grand-prize story will be turned into a 4-panel comic by a popular manga artist, sharing the appeal of the outdoors.
Companies mentioned：ニューウェルブランズ・ジャパン合同会社、木本硝子
Belkin launched a charging case with a built-in 10,000mAh battery for Nintendo Switch 2, the “Pro,” along with a dedicated screen protector on April 28, 2026. The multifunctional product offers 30W fast charging, storage for 12 game cards, and a hidden pocket for an AirTag.
Companies mentioned：ベルキン株式会社、Amazon.co.jp
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Companies mentioned：サントリーグループ
Jackery Japan will open its first branded concept cafe, “Jackery Harajuku Power Station,” on Harajuku Cat Street for a limited time starting April 29, 2026. Through coffee brewed with “freshly generated electricity” from solar power and product displays, the cafe will offer a space where visitors can experience green energy in everyday life.
Originalリカマンショップ楽天市場店は、5月2日の「カルシウムの日」に合わせ、カルシウム不足解消の手段として「素焼きアーモンド」を提案。ナッツ類トップクラスのカルシウム含有量を強調し、健康習慣としての摂取を推奨している。
Companies mentioned：株式会社小林商事、楽天市場
株式会社アローリンク will hold an Instagram recruiting strategy seminar for Gen Z in May 2026. It will share methods for dramatically improving application rates through a posting formula that does not rely on design skills and a strategy for directing users to LINE.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アローリンク
株式会社TOAI, operator of “Jankara,” one of western Japan’s largest karaoke chains, will open “Jagashiya,” a Showa-retro candy shop, in Kyoto Kawaramachi on April 28. The company aims to expand into a new business with this experiential store, where adults and children alike can enjoy activities such as filling a bag with sweets and playing capsule toy machines.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TOAI
AQUARIUM×ART átoa and “Tecchan Kobo” are collaborating on reciprocal sales of experience tickets and joint events. atoa will sell tickets for chikuwa and kamaboko-making experiences, while Tecchan Kobo will sell atoa admission tickets; purchasers will also receive special benefits. The partnership aims to attract visitors to both facilities and revitalize the region.
Companies mentioned：カネテツデリカフーズ株式会社
一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン announced that it will hold “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026,” a festival of social innovation, from November 2 to 8, 2026. A diverse range of participants from government, industry, academia, and the public will gather to create new value for social implementation and nurture “changemakers.”
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン
“Hokkaido University Admissions Prep School,” operated by スタディチェーン株式会社, has thoroughly analyzed 25 years of Hokkaido University past exams and revamped its teaching curriculum and approach to creating customized study plans. In preparation for the 2027 admissions exams, it aims to maximize acceptance rates through data-driven, strategic instruction.
Companies mentioned：スタディチェーン株式会社
GOSSO株式会社 will begin serving its summer-only “Chilled ‘Wa’ Omurice with White Dashi and Cloud-Sea Grated Yam” on May 1, 2026. The dish combines chilled omelet rice with white dashi jelly and grated yam, with a dry-ice effect.
Companies mentioned：GOSSO株式会社、日本チーズ・フォンデュ協会
Asuka Shinsha will publish the 2nd cookbook of microwave recipes by a Kureha employee in early summer 2026. Offering cooking ideas that do not use a stove to help people cope with extreme heat, the book is a lifesaver for homemakers and seniors, with carefully selected health-conscious recipes.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クレハ
不二家 will release the Switzerland-inspired “Switzerland Edition (European Milk Flavor)” nationwide on May 12, 2026, as the 8th spin-off in its popular “Country Ma’am Choco Mamire” snack series. Featuring popular character “Mamiere-san” traveling the world, it offers a refreshing flavor suited to early summer.
Companies mentioned：不二家
WILLER株式会社 will publish its first official fan book, “Traveling Japan with WILLER,” through Takarajimasha on June 15, 2026. It comes with 1 year and a half of premium membership benefits to support travel and fan activities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社宝島社
“Wara-katsu! Café,” a project for older adults jointly run by 墨田区 and 千葉大学, with exercise instruction support from Renaissance, has won Germany’s iF DESIGN AWARD 2026. It was highly praised for its innovation as a design-led public health campaign that combines laughter, exercise, and social interaction.
Companies mentioned：墨田区、千葉大学、株式会社ルネサンス、UDCすみだ、OFFICE YAO、プラスカフェ
OriginalANA Payは2026年5月23日にリニューアル3周年を迎え、会員数180万人を突破。5月にはApple Pay利用者を対象とした「ANA Payのタッチ決済おトク祭り」を開催し、マイルの利便性向上と日常利用の促進を図る。
Companies mentioned：ANA X株式会社、Apple
Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. launched the “Takara Belmont Expo Digital Museum” on April 28, 2026, showcasing the legacy of its participation in the 1970 Osaka Expo and the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo. Based on the company’s DNA, “Beautifully unconventional,” the museum gives form to its hopes for World Expos past and future.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スパイス
KDDI Iret will sponsor AWS Summit Japan 2026, Japan’s largest AWS learning event, as a Diamond sponsor, the highest sponsorship tier. The event will be held on June 25 and 26, 2026. At its booth, the company will display a lunar-base delivery diorama under the theme of “Physical AI,” and hold a case-study session on AI-driven development to democratize medical data, highlighting the integration of cutting-edge AI technology and cloud services.
Companies mentioned：アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社、AIBTRUST株式会社、大阪大学、奈良県立大学
LG Electronics Japan has launched 3 new models of the “LG gram Pro 16,” a mobile PC that weighs just 1,199g despite its large 16-inch display. The models combine durability and advanced features, including OLED displays and AI performance compliant with Copilot+ PC.
Companies mentioned：インテル、AMD、マイクロソフト
Akagi Nyugyo will launch its summer-renewed “Sof’ Hokkaido Milk Vanilla” nationwide in phases from early May 2026. The product features a milky flavor and refreshing sweetness, and will come in 6 limited-edition packages with summer motifs such as fireworks.
The Japanese Standards Association (JSA) has released its latest report on international standardization trends for GHG emissions accounting rules. It explains how alignment between ISO and GHGプロトコル will affect corporate disclosure and provides standardization intelligence.
Companies mentioned：ISO (国際標準化機構)、IEC (国際電気標準会議)、GHGプロトコル
株式会社ジェイアール東日本都市開発 is co-hosting “Musashi Fest 2026,” to be held in front of Musashi-Urawa Station on May 23 and 24, 2026. The community collaboration event will feature food, hands-on activities, disaster preparedness and stage events. This year, a park venue will be added, along with new offerings such as a musical ensemble and pony rides.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイアール東日本都市開発、むさしフェス実行委員会
Craft restaurant PISOLA will begin selling “Risotto with Baby Octopus, Sakura Shrimp and Assorted Vegetables” at all locations for a limited time from May 1, 2026. With a focus on handmade preparation, the restaurant will serve a spring-inspired dish that brings out the ingredients’ natural flavors.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ユニシアホールディングス、株式会社ピソラ
Kyoto Century Hotel will introduce 2 new room types in its “Kyo Premium” series from May 1, 2026. Along with spaces featuring a “floor seating” style that incorporates Kyoto traditional crafts, the hotel will launch experiential events, including distribution of limited-edition bookmarks and monthly jazz lives.
Companies mentioned：mizutori、KINUJO
Toba National College of Maritime Technology conducted a joint drill with KDDI and related companies to install a ship-based mobile phone base station aboard its training vessel Toba Maru. The drill was conducted under a cooperation agreement aimed at restoring communications during disasters. It was the 2nd such drill, and confirmed that operations had become more efficient.
Companies mentioned：KDDI株式会社、KDDIエンジニアリング株式会社
D-Techno Inc. will begin taking pre-orders on April 28, 2026, for original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from the TV anime “Shugo Chara!” The items feature cute designs inspired by decorated cookies.
Companies mentioned：講談社、テレビ東京、アニメイト
eiicon Inc. has been awarded the contract to operate 神奈川県’s open innovation programs “BAK” and “YAK” for FY Reiwa 8, marking its 6th consecutive term. The company supports collaboration between large corporations, local governments and venture companies, and will strongly promote further commercialization, building on a track record of 146 projects selected to date.
Companies mentioned：神奈川県、WeWorkオーシャンゲートみなとみらい
The Saitama Prefectural Tea Research Institute and Ito En have applied to register the new tea varieties “彩の女神” and “彩の糸,” following Japan’s first public-private collaboration on tea variety development. The varieties offer high yields of quality tea and can be grown with a low environmental impact, raising expectations for use as beverage ingredients and expanded exports.
Companies mentioned：株式会社伊藤園
On May 1, 2026, a pop-up shop for Wpc., a Japanese umbrella brand, will open for a limited time in Terminal 2 of Narita Airport. It will offer more than 300 types of rain umbrellas, high-performance parasols and collaborative items, combining convenience for travelers with fashion.
Companies mentioned：成田国際空港株式会社
Original成田空港は5月、海外旅客向けに「端午の節句」をテーマにした日本文化紹介イベントを開催する。甲冑アクロバットショーや兜折り紙、鯉のぼり絵付け体験などを通じて日本ならではの「おもてなし」を提供する。
Companies mentioned：成田国際空港株式会社
Asahi Soft Drinks will launch “Calpis Soda Tropical Acerola,” a new product available for a limited time, nationwide from May 5. The carbonated drink features the sweet-and-sour taste of acerola juice and refreshing fizz, making it ideal for early summer.
Companies mentioned：アサヒ飲料株式会社
Vegan ramen specialist T’s Tantan will launch “～Salad style～Shimanami Oshima Lemon Cold Tsukemen,” an innovative dish made with naturally grown lemons from Shimanami Oshima, for a limited time from May 1, 2026. Featuring jade noodles and vegan cheese, it offers a new dining experience to customers in Japan and abroad.
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション、TOKYO-T’s株式会社
Kappa Sushi is teaming up for a 2nd collaboration with FUNNYMOVIE, creator of the YouTube channel “Mitchi’s Anime.” From May 7, 2026, the campaign will feature limited-edition ramen themed around popular characters “Yugiris” and “Namimiko,” as well as in-store announcements and video screenings, in a bid to attract more customers during the rainy season.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファニムビ (FUNNYMOVIE)、コロワイドグループ
A survey by Be Style Media found that 86% of mothers “did not get enough rest” on Mother’s Day. The heartfelt desire to be freed from housework and have time to themselves, rather than receive gifts, has come to light through the “Shufu Senryu 2026”.
Companies mentioned：ビースタイルグループ、株式会社ビースタイルメディア
A research team at Chiba University has elucidated the flight stabilization mechanism of hawk moths. The team found that the elasticity of the wing hinge and wingbeat vibrations contribute to “vibrational stabilization,” and that stabilization strategies change with flight speed. The findings are expected to help simplify control and improve stability in biomimetic flying robots.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社AOKI、ORIHICA
Tokyu will open The Apartment Hotel by Stylio Shibuya 3, an apartment hotel combining rentals and lodging, on May 8, 2026. Selected for 東京都's “Renovation Model Project,” the property will revitalize an existing apartment building and strengthen the company's dominant strategy in the Shibuya area.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Unito、東京都
Starting in May 2026, Marugen Ramen will run the “Marugen Report Card Campaign,” giving a 100-yen discount coupon to customers who complete a survey (report card) on its official app. The campaign aims to gather customer feedback, improve service and encourage app use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社物語コーポレーション
JR East has established a new company, JR East Toyosato Revitalization Co., Ltd., jointly with Yamatane and YUIME. It aims to address social challenges in rice cultivation and realize sustainable agriculture.
Companies mentioned：東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社ヤマタネ、YUIME株式会社
Tokyo Metro has installed its in-house-developed railway electrical equipment maintenance management system REFMa at Metropolitan Intercity Railway and Toyo Rapid Railway, and began operating it in April 2026. This is the first case of the company extending the results of its digital transformation efforts to external organizations.
Companies mentioned：首都圏新都市鉄道株式会社、東葉高速鉄道株式会社
Tokyo Metro will issue its 3rd “Green Bond” in May 2026 to promote climate change measures and resource circulation. The funds raised will be used for measures to reduce environmental impact and help realize a decarbonized society.
Companies mentioned：株式会社格付投資情報センター（R&I）
Tokyo Metro and Sankei Building have jointly begun development of a mixed-use complex directly connected to Omotesando Station. The facility, comprising retail stores and a hotel, is aiming for completion in fiscal 2032 and is expected to become a new landmark in the Omotesando area.
Companies mentioned：東京地下鉄株式会社、株式会社サンケイビル
Asahi Breweries will launch “Alpaca Sangria White,” a new product from its Chilean wine brand Alpaca, on June 2. This sweet sangria, made with a fruit-forward white wine base, features refreshing citrus and spice aromas.
Companies mentioned：アサヒビール株式会社
FANCL ranked No. 1 in Kanto (excluding Tokyo) in the “Job-Hunting Popular Companies Ranking [By Region]” by job-hunting support service One Career, and received BRONZE in the general category of the “Job-Hunting Review Awards 2026.” The awards reflect high praise for the company's sincere approach to students in new graduate recruitment and its unique recruitment programs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファンケル、株式会社ワンキャリア
i-mobile, operator of the Furusato Nozei site Furunavi, will hold “Furunavi WEEK” from April 28 to May 6, 2026. It has selected around 1,200 carefully chosen return gifts with “astonishing donation amounts” and will support regional revitalization through seasonal fruits and everyday goods.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイモバイル
JR Service Network Kanazawa will open a Soup Stock Tokyo pop-up store at Favore Toyama for a limited time, from May 7 to 12, 2026. Following its Kanazawa store, the brand's first in Hokuriku, this is an important event to raise brand awareness and stimulate demand in Toyama Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイアールサービスネット金沢、株式会社Soup Stock Tokyo、富山フューチャー開発株式会社
Originalファッション誌『CLASSY.』6月号が発売され、増刊Special Editionの表紙にはSnow Manの目黒蓮さんと高橋文哉さんが登場。大特集は「夏の通勤は『女っぽモノトーン』!」で、アラサー世代の働く女性に向けたファッション情報が満載です。
Actress Aya Ueto appears on the cover of FLASH, on sale April 28, and in a 10-page opening gravure feature. The magazine also includes an interview about her film SAKAMOTO DAYS, along with gravure features of Riko Otsuki, Ririka Moriwaki and Mai Horai, among others.
Companies mentioned：光文社、オスカープロモーション、劇団4ドル50セント、ABEMA、東海テレビ
A survey jointly conducted by 株式会社NEXER and 株式会社linkpath found that awareness of monthly flat-rate design subscription services stood at just 32.0%, while 60.0% of companies preferred ordering work on a per-project basis. The main expectation for outsourcing was “saving time and effort.” Further outreach and responses to customer needs will be needed for design subscriptions to gain wider market acceptance.
Companies mentioned：株式会社linkpath、株式会社NEXER
ABEMA will offer free marathon broadcasts of every episode of popular anime Jujutsu Kaisen, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Oshi no Ko over Golden Week. The broadcasts will begin in sequence from April 29, with free viewing available for a limited time. The event is part of ABEMA's “Free Giveaway Festival: 300+ Anime Titles.”
Companies mentioned：集英社、小学館
Starting May 5, イオン will relaunch cup yakisoba under its private brand Topvalu Best Price, with different seasonings for eastern and western Japan. The regional product lineup is intended to improve customer satisfaction and expand market share.
Companies mentioned：イオン、イオンスタイル、マックスバリュ
General incorporated association TOKYO PLAY set up a street-drawing area at “Roof Park Fes & Walk 2026,” held on the discontinued Tokyo Expressway (KK Line). Thousands of people, from children to adults, used chalk to color a road stretching about 50m, demonstrating new possibilities for the use of urban spaces.
Companies mentioned：東京高速道路株式会社
京都高島屋S.C. will open its rooftop beer garden on May 1, about 1 month earlier than last year, in response to summers arriving earlier due to global warming. It will offer an all-you-can-eat deli buffet with 30 varieties and unlimited drinks, with 3 plans for adults and children alike. VIP seats and campaigns will also be available, giving visitors a chance to enjoy the lengthening summer from early on.
Companies mentioned：京都高島屋S.C.、アサヒビール
CoA Nexus Inc. has released the results of a survey of 586 R&D professionals. It identified 30 organizations in Japan and abroad that attract attention for their technological advancement, including Google, NVIDIA and Sakana AI.
Companies mentioned：Google LLC、NVIDIA Corporation、トヨタ自動車株式会社、OpenAI、株式会社Preferred Networks、クオンティニュアム株式会社、Sakana AI株式会社、味の素株式会社、株式会社TOWING
The Strings Hotel Nagoya will open Ristrante Mare Blu, a photogenic restaurant themed around a blue world that was popular last year, for the summer season only. It will offer an Italian course supervised by the hotel's head chef and social-media-friendly spaces featuring photo sticker booths and photo spots, helping guests make summer memories.
Yuna Kikuchi of 株式会社大広 WEDO has won the Special Jury Prize in the AI Commercials category at WORLD AI FILM FESTIVAL 2026 in KYOTO, an international film festival specializing in AI that is the world's first and among the largest of its kind. Her winning work, “YUMEOCHI -Falling Nightmare-,” was recognized for pursuing human empathy in the age of AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社大広、株式会社大広 WEDO、Apple Computer、Apple Inc.、WORLD AI FILM FESTIVAL
-Ryogoku- Edo NOREN, operated by 株式会社ジェイアール東日本都市開発総武支社, and 株式会社SUMOLAND will co-host the “Stylish Children's Day” event on May 5, 2026. The event will showcase the appeal of sumo and Ryogoku through a ring-entering ceremony by former sumo wrestlers, sumo songs, mochi pounding and sumo experiences. It aims to promote local culture and attract visitors, and is especially recommended for families.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイアール東日本都市開発総武支社、株式会社SUMOLAND
To celebrate her 30th birthday, Ayami Muto will hold her first Billboard Live Yokohama performance in 3 years, “Ayami Muto 30th Birthday Live.” Limited-edition “acrylic live photo plates” featuring photos taken at the event will go on sale at the online shop Shop.Merchan.jp starting April 28, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社阪神コンテンツリンク、Shop.Merchan.jp、Billboard Live、阪神電気鉄道株式会社、阪急阪神東宝グループ、BEYOOOOONDS
During Golden Week, Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture, will host a variety of events for all ages, including “Koinobori Festa 1000” and “Takatsuki-Tonda Jazz Street.” Highlights include the display of about 1000 carp streamers and free jazz performances by 800 bands from Japan and abroad, with a packed lineup of events to enliven the community.
JOGMEC has announced the results of the FY Reiwa 8 geothermal power resource survey grant program's 1st call for proposals, which ran from February 2 to March 16, 2026. Following a rigorous review, 6 projects were selected to help reduce risks and promote geothermal resource development.
Companies mentioned：JOGMEC
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), operated by 株式会社ベイクルーズ, will hold the “ICI C'EST PARIS LA MAISON TOKYO” pop-up store in Tokyo in May 2026. With city pop as its theme, it will launch “Exclusive City Pop,” a sound project blending with the city of Tokyo, and offer limited-edition products and artist collaboration items.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベイクルーズ、パリ・サン＝ジェルマン (PSG)
テスラ is expanding its store network across Japan, with new stores opening in Osaka, Tokyo, Miyagi and Hokkaido in stages. This will make test drives available at 40 locations nationwide, expanding opportunities to experience EVs such as the Model 3 and Model Y. The company is also offering 3 years of free Supercharging to customers who purchase a new vehicle on or after April 1, promoting wider EV adoption.
Companies mentioned：テスラ
Ninben, a specialty katsuobushi shop with a history of more than 300 years, will hold a free online seminar on May 13, 2026, to mark the 10th anniversary of its “Ninben Dashi Ambassador” project. A Ninben representative and CRAVIA, a specialist in ambassador marketing, will discuss the secrets of building long-term relationships through co-creation with fans and developing community initiatives.
Companies mentioned：株式会社にんべん、CRAVIA株式会社
Louis Vuitton has launched its new fragrance, “Ambre Levant.” Inspired by the “golden hour,” when amber light colors the earth, it offers a sensual scent combining amber with rare Bangladeshi oud.
Companies mentioned：LVMH
Akatsuki Games will launch the “Dragon Quest Tact Collaboration Celebration: Part 2” in “Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe” on April 28, 2026. The campaign will feature a limited-time event, new and returning gacha banners, and login bonuses, aiming to reinvigorate the game and attract new users.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スクウェア・エニックス、株式会社アカツキゲームス、株式会社アカツキ
Originalノクステラ株式会社は、メモを「記録」で終わらせず「活用する情報」へと進化させる新感覚メモアプリ「ADDMEMO」をリリースしました。階層管理と検索機能で情報へスムーズにアクセスでき、ビジネスから日常生活まで幅広く活用可能です。
Companies mentioned：ノクステラ株式会社
株式会社ソニックムーブ will exhibit at “Hello Friends! W!th LINEヤフー” and unveil strategies for personalizing customer experiences and maximizing repeat visits using its LINE marketing tool COMSBI and LINE mini-apps. Representative Otsuka will speak at a special session, sharing know-how for encouraging repeat visits at companies operating multiple stores.
Companies mentioned：LINEヤフー株式会社
Swiss independent watch maison オーガストレイモンド has unveiled its new mechanical watch, “UNITY MOON EDITION.” It features a dial that faithfully recreates the lunar Mare Tranquillitatis and will make its Japan debut at “Time United Tokyo 2026” on May 22, 2026, with a release planned for July. The watch symbolizes the exploration of space and time.
Companies mentioned：オーガストレイモンド、Maison Auguste Reymond
Original講談社・子ども事業部とキッズウィークエンドが2026年5月30日にオンラインセミナー「昆虫たちの大ピンチ⁉ 地球ぐるっと探検ツアー★」を共催。地球温暖化がミヤマクワガタなど昆虫に与える影響と環境問題について、科学絵本を基に学ぶ機会を提供します。
Companies mentioned：講談社、キッズウィークエンド
ホテルアナガ has begun sales of “Summer Japanese-Western Fusion,” a limited-time stay plan featuring “beppin hamo,” a specialty of Awaji Island, as its centerpiece. Available from June 1 to August 31, 2026, the plan offers a gourmet experience featuring seasonal flavors at a resort hotel overlooking the Naruto Strait.
Companies mentioned：ホテルアナガ、ユーアールエー株式会社、淡路フェリーボート 株式会社、アイジー興産株式会社
Sagri Inc. has announced that it has passed the final selection for Brazil's startup support program “ScaleUp inBrazil Batch6” and will advance to Stage II (Immersion Experience). This will accelerate its full-scale business expansion in the Brazilian market, particularly its work to visualize soil organic carbon and create value from carbon.
Companies mentioned：ブラジル貿易投資促進庁（ApexBrasil）、ブラジル・プライベートエクイテイ・ベンチャー・キャピタル協会（ABVCAP）、JETRO（日本貿易振興機構）、フィンランド外務省（Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland）、イスラエル貿易投資庁（Israel Economic Mission to Brazil）
U.S.-born brand SPYDER has returned to the Japanese market and launched its official e-commerce site. Its lineup centers on training apparel that draws on performance features developed in snowy mountains, offering premium, athlete-inspired clothing for everyday wear.
Companies mentioned：ボードライダーズジャパン合同会社
株式会社Moves. has been selected for “Companies of Choice - Kansai 100.” The company takes a thoroughgoing hands-on approach and pursues flexibility in organizations and ways of working, going beyond the conventional bounds of spatial design. Its representative, Onishi, was recognized for uncompromising creativity and business philosophy.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Moves.、株式会社ラフリエ
Originalユーソナーは5月に「第４回データで加速させるDXフォーラム」を完全招待制で開催します。世界的なベストセラー『ブルー・オーシャン戦略』の著者W・チャン・キム教授が登壇し、BtoBマーケティングに特化した特別講演を行い、質疑応答やネットワーキングも予定されています。
Ofuro Cafe Hakuju no Yu will host a variety of family-friendly events during Japan’s 2026 Golden Week holiday period (April 29–May 6), including a “carp-streamer bath” in its open-air bath, flowing somen noodles and a traditional festival fair. The events bring the customs of Children’s Day to the hot spring and are part of Onsen Dojo’s efforts to revitalize the local community.
Ootoya will open a new location, Ootoya Gozen-dokoro Sasebo Yonkacho, at the Yonkacho Arcade in Sasebo, Nagasaki, on April 28, 2026. The restaurant has 81 seats and serves nutritionally balanced set meals made with carefully selected ingredients. Customers can also order takeout or place orders through the official app.
Companies mentioned：株式会社大戸屋、株式会社コロワイド
Ichi-oshi, jointly operated by 株式会社オールアバウト and NTT Docomo, surveyed consumers nationwide on attitudes toward impulse and planned purchases in online shopping. The survey found that the impulse-buying threshold is 3,000 yen, and shed light on purchasing behavior amid growing decision fatigue from information overload and wariness of fake reviews.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オールアバウト、株式会社NTTドコモ
Interior retailer ACTUS will hold a pop-up event with Hokkaido furniture maker 北の住まい設計社 at 3 stores nationwide, starting April 29, 2026. The event will showcase and sell furniture made with a focus on solid Hokkaido wood and artisanship, including limited-edition models. A photo exhibition will also be held at the Sendai store.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクタス、北の住まい設計社、鈴木木材、Kvadrat
British indie band Hard-Fi will release its first new album in 15 years, Sweating Someone Else’s Fever, through V2 Records on June 19. Lead single “Looking For Fun,” inspired by The Clash, heralds the band’s return.
Companies mentioned：V2 Records Benelux、The Clash、Virgin Radio、Radio X、NME、Clash、Rolling Stone UK、Gorillaz
Starting in Reiwa 8, the Yokohama City Board of Education will introduce a team homeroom system at all elementary schools in the city. As a first-of-its-kind initiative nationwide, it will launch a model-school program called the “Yokohama Startup Model,” which aims to ensure new teachers are not assigned as sole homeroom teachers. The initiative seeks to create an environment where new teachers can develop with confidence, improve teacher retention and raise the quality of education.
AMBL株式会社 has completely revamped its corporate website. Under its new vision, “Driving Japan’s AX from the front lines,” the company has integrated 5 business areas centered on AI and clarified its role as a “value co-creation AX partner” providing end-to-end support from planning through implementation.
株式会社KEAN Health has launched new content focused on constipation and diarrhea for its gut-flora testing service, chatFLORA G. By combining stool condition data with bacterial trends, the service offers individually tailored recommendations for improvement, aiming to address the needs of people who have not seen results from general gut-health practices.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KEAN Health
Marubun株式会社 will exhibit at the “6th Photonix Osaka,” which will be held at INTEX Osaka starting May 13, 2026. It will showcase a range of advanced laser processing and measurement solutions from Japan and abroad to support the advancement of the manufacturing industry.
Companies mentioned：Amplitude、Bellin Laser、Glucoloop、Optical Engine、Futonics、Laserline、ScanSonic、nLIGHT、GD Laser、Ponticon、Modulight、CASSIO-P、FemtoEasy、FYLA、RX Japan 合同会社
SYLA, a subsidiary of SYLA Holdings, has acquired and completed payment for land in Takinogawa, Kita Ward, Tokyo, for development of a SYFORME condominium for sale. Its favorable location in the Nishi-Sugamo area is expected to contribute to an increase in future asset value.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シーラホールディングス、株式会社シーラ
フジッコ株式会社 is inviting 10 parent-child pairs, 20 people in total, to take part in the “Tanba Black Soybean Growing Experience Program,” a 4-session program offering hands-on experience from planting seedlings to harvesting while teaching participants about Japanese culture and osechi cuisine. In cooperation with Odagaki Shoten, Kobe Portopia Hotel and Ichimasa Kamaboko, the event offers food education and cultural experiences.
Companies mentioned：フジッコ株式会社、株式会社小田垣商店、株式会社神戸ポートピアホテル、一正蒲鉾株式会社
Originalダイハツ工業は、2026年5月および6月付の役員体制変更を発表しました。5月1日の臨時株主総会を経て新体制へ移行し、ガバナンスの強化と経営刷新を加速させます。
Companies mentioned：ダイハツ工業株式会社
Nishikamakura Les Choux will begin selling its Children’s Day limited-edition cakes on May 2, wishing children healthy growth. The 4 charming varieties feature kabuto helmets and carp streamers, adding a special touch to time spent with family and loved ones.
THE SHOP TK, part of ワールドグループ, will launch its new “BO-NO TEE” functional T-shirt, featuring a special water-repellent finish, on April 28. A feature page starring comedian Hyoryoku will highlight the shirt’s convenience, including its ability to be cleaned with water, and its comfortable fit.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルカスインターナショナル、ワールドグループ
NINA’S合同会社 is launching a full-scale rollout of its Champagne Doll business for the hotel and club industries. The service decorates champagne bottles with couture dresses, helping create new revenue streams through high-value visual appeal and social media exposure.
ZaPASS JAPAN Co., Ltd. has announced the appointment of Tsubasa Sasaki as director and CBO (Chief Business Officer). With Sasaki, who has front-line experience in the AI business, joining the company, it aims to expand its business with “human transformation” at its core amid technological advances.
Companies mentioned：シナジーマーケティング株式会社、Repro株式会社、阿物科技股份有限公司 (awoo)、株式会社Coguru
株式会社Luup has partnered with yutori’s “9090” brand and Reiwa Roman’s solo show to stage a “whole-town advertising” campaign taking over the Harajuku area. Through wrapped vehicles and app-linked promotions, it will offer a new advertising experience that blends online and offline.
Companies mentioned：株式会社yutori
株式会社モティオ has officially launched Motio, a CtoC platform that makes individuals’ sports skills visible and directly connects coaches with participants. The company aims to address the shortage of local instructors and support athletes’ second careers.
Companies mentioned：Stripe
Hotel Agora Regency Osaka Sakai opened a pickleball facility on April 25, 2026, one of the largest in western Japan. Equipped with 6 courts, it offers a new kind of hotel stay combining accommodation and activities, and aims to improve guest satisfaction.
Companies mentioned：ファンダメンタルジャパン株式会社、株式会社 アゴーラ ホスピタリティーズ
The 2026 “Sayama New Tea” has been produced in Sayama, Saitama Prefecture, and a limited 1500 bottles will be sold at the “Sayama New Tea Festival” on April 29. Made from about 350 kilograms of hand-picked fresh leaves, it is the season’s first harvest. The event is an important one, aimed at passing on traditional local techniques and expanding consumption.
Companies mentioned：狭山市茶業協会、狭山市手揉み茶保存会、やまとう栗原園、狭山新茶まつり実行委員会
A pre-anniversary event ahead of the 30th anniversary (2027) of the release of the classic 1997 game “Kowloon's Gate,” the DJ party “Rojin Denon-sai” will be held in Shibuya on May 24, 2026. Production team members and guest DJs will gather for a fan event recreating the world of the game through music and photo spots.
Companies mentioned：ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント
Canada’s InnovMetric has announced the latest version of its 3D metrology software, “PolyWorks® 2026.” The software supports digital transformation in manufacturing, with cloud-based SaaS, expanded compatibility with measuring equipment, and a 24-hour AI assistant as its key features.
Companies mentioned：InnovMetric、PolyWorks Japan
An application seminar for the “Workplace-Friendly Certification System,” hosted by 栃木県トラック協会, was held on April 21, 2026. It explained how to obtain certification, available subsidy programs, and examples of how certification can be used, with the aim of helping the transportation industry recruit and retain workers.
Companies mentioned：栃木県トラック協会、一般財団法人日本海事協会（ClassNK）、国土交通省
株式会社シェアダイン conducted a survey on the overseas expansion of food-service businesses. It found that the biggest concern is “securing reliable chefs,” and that expectations for external partners are also focused on recruitment. The company is working to address this challenge through “CHEFLINK GLOBAL.”
Companies mentioned：GMOリサーチ＆AI株式会社
株式会社能作 will open “EIHEIJI CAFE” on April 28, 2026, along the approach to Daihonzan Eiheiji in Fukui Prefecture. The cafe will offer an experience combining traditional crafts and tourism, with hand-rolled sushi and vegan dishes served in vessels made of 100% tin, as well as an amulet-making workshop.
Companies mentioned：Koizumi Studio、Nacasa & Partners inc.
Salad and delicatessen specialty shop “GONNA DAYS” will open its first permanent location in Saitama Prefecture at マルイファミリー志木 on May 15, 2026. It will serve handmade dishes featuring Western vegetables from its own farm, with a focus on inner beauty.
Companies mentioned：Mr. LAND株式会社、マルイファミリー志木