https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 479 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 91 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253618https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253618Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:13:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESTeshima Yokoo House, operated by 公益財団法人 福武財団, reopened on April 8, 2026, following renovation work. Based on the vision of artist Tadanori Yokoo, the space has evolved to embody the theme of “life and death” more deeply, with the tower’s exterior given a new red-brick color and more cypress trees added to the garden. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253619Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:13:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESKENTEM (株式会社建設システム) is sponsoring the 1st Shizuoka Film Festival, planned and produced by actor Hayato Isomura. The company is supporting efforts to promote film culture and revitalize the region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253620Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:12:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESタウンライフ株式会社 and 株式会社コンベックス will hold a free web seminar for homebuilders on May 18, 2026. The seminar aims to improve visitor and contract conversion rates from online inquiries through AI-powered customer follow-up and a “pole position strategy.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253621Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:12:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESCareer Mom Co., Ltd. will exhibit at “Local Government and Public Week 2026,” showcasing solutions to local government challenges that combine AI with its network of 120,000 members. At a joint exhibit with Impact Cell, it will also present the voice guidance system “Answer IQ” and the AI robot “Kebbi Air,” supporting digital transformation and regional revitalization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253622Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:08:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESEarly Reflection Inc. has launched a maintenance data utilization solution combining the facility management cloud service “BIMSTOK” with the enterprise data integration tool “Early IO.” The solution will address the divide between BIM/CIM and maintenance data in the construction industry, promoting centralized data management and efficient use. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253623Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:08:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaison Global Balance Fund, managed by Saison Asset Management, received the Outstanding Fund Award at the R&I Fund Awards 2026. This marks its 6th consecutive year receiving the award, with its track record of stable international diversification investing in a 50:50 mix of stocks and bonds highly rated from an independent standpoint. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253624Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:07:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESGood Smile Company will hold “Good Smile Fest 2026 Tokyo” at Bellesalle Akihabara on June 6 and 7, 2026. Lottery sales of “paid early-entry tickets,” which allow entry ahead of the general public, began today, April 28. The event will showcase more than 1,000 of the latest figures and plastic models, and offer limited-edition products for sale. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253625https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253625Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:07:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo address challenges in the bridal industry, freelance planner Yuji Okubo will launch “Hitokara Wedding,” a wedding brand focused on the Yokohama and Kamakura areas, in April 2026. The brand aims to eliminate opaque pricing and mismatches with creators, helping couples create their ideal wedding with trusted professionals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253626Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:05:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESTryHard Japan Inc. began advance sales on April 27 for paid viewing seats at “SBI Mai Hanabi in Osaka and Sennan,” to be held in Osaka’s Sennan on August 22, 2026. The event is a rebranded version of “Senshu Yume Hanabi” and features fireworks entertainment combining music and light. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253627Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:04:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESTacticart Inc. will present artist Kanisare Ayako’s debut recital, “Yume Jushichiya,” at Hamarikyu Asahi Hall on May 5, 2026. The innovative program blends gagaku, classical music, literature and improvisation to offer a new musical experience to a wide audience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253628Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:03:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253629Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:02:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESOgori Tanabata Taiko “Shirasagikai,” celebrating its 30th anniversary, will hold a free commemorative performance on Sunday, May 31, at the Tanabata Hall in the Ogori Lifelong Learning Center to share the appeal of Japanese taiko drumming and showcase its achievements. A Japanese taiko drumming experience class will also be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253630Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:01:56 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253631Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:01:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo Dome Hotel and SCRAP have partnered to present “Escape from the Midnight Mystery Wedding,” the 4th installment in the stay-based real escape game series “Hotel Escape,” starting June 17, 2026. The experience offers immersive puzzle-solving throughout the hotel while it is open for business. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253632Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:01:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe restaurant Sol Poniente in Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture, will offer special menu items, including “Japanese Beef Roast Beef Arrabbiata,” exclusively during Golden Week 2026. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine alongside spectacular views at the restaurant designed by architect Kengo Kuma. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253633Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:01:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe NPO “Minna no Kaeru Land” in Ogori, Fukuoka Prefecture, received the Soroptimist Foundation of Japan’s Social Volunteer Award in recognition of 40 years of supporting people with disabilities. Its community-based educational support and daily living consultations were recognized. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253634Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253635Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES小郡市は令和8年5月10日に、出水期を前にした水防訓練を実施します。消防団員や市職員が参加し、土のう作成やボート訓練等を通じて、地域住民の水防意識向上と現場対応力の強化を図ります。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253636Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapanese sake brand SAKE HUNDRED will hold a pairing event for 2 days only at Macau Michelin-starred restaurant Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa. As part of efforts to accelerate expansion into the Asian market, the 5 products served have been added to the restaurant’s regular menu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253637Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESデノンは「DENON HOMEシリーズ」のクラウドファンディングが3週間で3,000万円を突破したことを受け、展示店舗を拡大。梅田 蔦屋書店やビックカメラ12店舗で、空間オーディオの体験が可能になります。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253685Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAisin has joined the Kyoto Humanoid Association (KyoHA), with Ark joining as a special sponsor. The initiative aims to develop and commercialize humanoid robots made entirely in Japan through industry-academia collaboration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253684Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new Kyoto-based organization “KyoHA” unveiled “SEIMEI,” a prototype for a humanoid robot made entirely in Japan. The announcement marked the first step in an initiative to bring together Japan’s technological capabilities and pursue rapid development and implementation in society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253683Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマツダのドキュメンタリー動画「RX-7と過ごした25年間」が、国際自動車映画祭IAFF 2026で最高賞のグランプリと特別賞の二冠を達成。80歳で免許返納を決意した女性と愛車の最後の3日間を描いた感動作で、5月に東京・南青山で記念上映会が開催される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253682Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe large mixed-use complex Quartz Shinsaibashi opened in Shinsaibashi, Osaka, on April 25, 2026. Actor Rio Uchida appeared at the ceremony the previous day, where talks reflecting the facility’s concept, “BEYOND LUXURY (a richer experience beyond the ordinary),” and a ribbon-cutting ceremony were held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253681https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253681Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本発の国際映画祭「IAFF 2026」の受賞作品が発表され、小川凜一監督のMAZDA RX-7ドキュメンタリーが史上初の二冠を達成。世界73カ国から519本が集まり、5月には青山で特別上映会も開催されます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253680https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253680Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe hotel-style art fair “KOBE ART MARCHÉ 2026” will be held at Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel from May 22 to 24, 2026. 43 galleries will exhibit, along with works selected for open-call exhibitions, including “AI ART meets Art Fair,” newly introduced this year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253679Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKorean travel-gear brand “RAWROW” will hold the pop-up “R TRUNK STATION” at 大丸東京店 from April 29 to May 5, 2026. With travel between Tokyo and Seoul as its theme, the event will feature sales and displays of products such as high-strength aluminum suitcases, as well as an interactive event offering a chance to win airline tickets, to expand brand awareness in the Japanese market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253678https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253678Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253677Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESArtist DJ KOO is set to appear at “VTUBER EXPO 2026,” to be held in May 2026. The event in Akihabara will feature the unveiling of a new project, a live performance by parallel singer Urara Nanami, and a diverse lineup of stage programs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253676Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPassCreate Co., Ltd. has revamped the packaging for its “meeta” syringe kit for people trying to conceive, with sales set to begin in May 2026. The kit is up to 28.6% more compact to better fit into everyday life, improving storage and portability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253675Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWebull Securities launched account linking with “Money Forward ME” in April 2026. Users can now manage their securities account assets and cash balances together in one place on the household finance app, significantly improving convenience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253674https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253674Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKabaya Foods has signed an exclusive business partnership agreement with Yoren, a Japan-based startup, as it prepares for a full-scale entry into the Chinese market. Starting in May 2026, it will begin operations in China, focusing on its flagship product, “Tough Gummy.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253673https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253673Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGentosha Gold Online Inc. will hold a free webinar on May 16, 2026, led by real estate appraiser and tax accountant Toyoaki Okita. He will explain a real estate investment process that combines return maximization with tax savings for those aiming to build assets of ¥500 million. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253672Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNakao Jinroku HOTEL and JIN6 Sauna in Yobuko, Saga Prefecture, are collaborating with cosmetics brand THREE for Golden Week 2026 only. The collaboration offers a refined stay in the port town through experiences such as a löyly session using “Yobuko Blend Essential Oil,” developed by a THREE perfumer, and bath amenities provided in every guest room. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253671Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESStarting in April of Reiwa 8, Saga City will introduce a new incentive program providing ¥100,000 to local small and midsize businesses whose male employees take 5 or more days of parental leave. The program aims to lower barriers to taking leave, help local businesses break the “zero track record” barrier, and strongly support improvements to workplace conditions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253670Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVolkswagen Japan will hold “GTI FAN FEST 2026,” a fan event marking the 50th anniversary of the GTI, at its Toyohashi headquarters on June 13, 2026. In appreciation of owners, the event will offer a wide range of programs, including tours of normally closed facilities, an exhibition of historic vehicles and test-drive experiences. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253669Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Oshicocoが推し活層を対象に「ランダムグッズ」に関する調査を実施。約4割が肯定的である一方、ジャンル（界隈）によって受容性に大きな差があり、種類数は「10種以内」が許容ラインであることが判明しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253668https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253668Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBears Rock has launched the “Cheeky Bunny Sleeping Bag,” designed for use by parents and children. Its design combines kid-friendly cuteness with a more grown-up feel, offering a camping experience that helps strengthen bonds between parents and children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253667Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAqua Clara will hold an upcycling workshop at “Wondaria Yokohama,” operated by DeNA, where participants can reuse used bottles. This hands-on event lets participants learn about protecting marine life while making original trays from recycled bottle material. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253666Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVixen will temporarily suspend reservations for ZWO’s smart telescope “Seestar S30 Pro” on April 30, 2026, as they have far exceeded expectations. The move is due to difficulties securing sufficient supply. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253665Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMatsui Securities is holding a follow-and-repost campaign on X offering a chance to win digital gift cards worth up to ¥60,000, celebrating the Nikkei Stock Average’s first-ever rise above ¥60,000. The campaign aims to reward investors and attract new customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253664Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピアラ has announced the establishment of “A Better Case,” a new company in the brand communication field. Taiyo Nagashima, Yuta Oda and Shingo Hara will serve as its 3 representatives, with the aim of creating a new movement that integrates branding and results. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253663Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピアラ will open a Sendai branch on May 1, 2026. It will accelerate its recruitment and retention support (DX business), using its proprietary digital marketing methods to serve essential workers in healthcare, nursing care and logistics in the Tohoku region, where labor shortages remain severe. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253662Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサイバーステップ株式会社 announced the winners of the “Creators Grand Prix,” a game development contest themed around “goddesses” held in the sandbox game “テラビット,” on April 28, 2026. Yoruha’s “Asterism” was selected for the Excellence Award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253661Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe June 2026 issue of men’s lifestyle magazine “OCEANS” is now on sale. Featuring actor Tadanobu Asano on the cover, it explores the theme “What’s Luxury?” and includes a special feature that redefines luxury not as material value, but as “attachment” and “curiosity.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253660https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253660Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe June 2026 issue of “LDK” magazine puts 13 of the latest laundry detergents through rigorous testing and announces its top 10 products. 花王’s “Attack Antibacterial EX” was selected as the top “Best Buy” for its balance of cleaning power, deodorizing performance and value. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253659https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253659Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCOEDO KAWAGOE F.C株式会社 has signed a gold partner agreement for the 2026 season with 秋山総業株式会社, which handles demolition and civil engineering work. The partnership will be strengthened as the club pursues its locally rooted mission and its goal of joining the J.League in 2030. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253658https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253658Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ＴＯＭＡＳ reopened its ＴＯＭＡＳ Kashiwa School in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, after renovations on April 22, 2026. The school has retained its fully one-to-one tutoring system while completely renewing its facilities to provide an ideal learning environment for students aiming to pass entrance exams for top schools. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253657Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTakehisa Inoue of the Curry Research Institute has released a YouTube video explaining the history and craftsmanship behind 新宿中村屋’s “Pure Indian-Style Curry.” The video delves into the story of “love and revolution” brought to Japan by an Indian revolutionary, as well as the company’s rigorous quality standards, including raising its own chickens. A spice giveaway campaign will also be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253656https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253656Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA collaboration has been announced between the theatrical anime “ひゃくえむ。” and the 110th Japan Athletics Championships. The event will be held in Aichi in June 2026, with the anime and competition brought together through specially drawn visuals, limited-edition merchandise, music from the film and exclusive interviews. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253655https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253655Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 opened FIT-EASY Across Plaza Kitakashiwa on April 28, 2026, its first location in Chiba Prefecture. The facility offers “AI Healthcare Automation,” health management through an AI-powered app, to help optimize exercise, diet and sleep. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253654https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253654Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 has opened FIT-EASY Nakamura Iwatsuka in Nagoya. The facility aims to improve community well-being by combining the FIT-EASY app, a health management app powered by AI, with entertainment features such as a sauna and oxygen room. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253653https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253653Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 opened FIT-EASY Tempaku Takasaka, its 4th location in Nagoya’s Tempaku Ward, on April 28, 2026. With “AI Healthcare Automation” for AI-powered health management, the company aims to bring well-being to the community. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253652https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253652Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 will hold the grand opening of FIT-EASY Nabari, its first location in Nabari, Mie Prefecture, on May 12, 2026. This entertainment-focused fitness club features an AI-powered health management app, a sauna and golf simulators, and aims to bring well-being to the community. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253651https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253651Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA pop-up shop for the TV anime “氷の城壁” will be held at Ikebukuro P´PARCO from May 1 to 20, 2026. New merchandise featuring specially drawn illustrations and purchase bonuses are planned. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253650https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253650Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ＳＮＫ has announced it will exhibit at “EVO Japan 2026.” The booth will host tournaments and playable demos for the new “餓狼伝説CotW” and “KOF XV,” qualifying rounds for the world championship “SWC 2026,” and sales of limited-edition merchandise, strengthening ties with the fighting game community. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253649Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSelect shop TOMORROWLAND will host a pop-up store for Hong Kong-born brand “FUTURE CLASSICS” at its Lumine Shinjuku and Futako-Tamagawa locations. The store will offer new bags and other items, with an original scarf given as a purchase bonus. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253648https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253648Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESワークキャリア株式会社 will launch its e-learning job-seeker training course, “IT Talent Development Course for the AI Era,” on June 26, 2026. The free course covers the basics of Excel macros and web development and supports people with no IT experience in finding work quickly. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253647Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社A3 has launched the online lottery “eeo-kuji” for the popular anime “コレクター・ユイ.” The lineup includes fabulous prizes such as canvas boards and acrylic stands featuring specially drawn illustrations themed around “Japanese attire” and GraffArt. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253646https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253646Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAsami Kumakiri, known as the original “on-the-brink idol,” will release a photo essay in June 2026, shortly before turning 46, about her eventful life and methods for maintaining physical and emotional well-being. She shares how she overcame bullying and setbacks, as well as her strength-training routine for building a “fully accepted body.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253645Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESキリンビバレッジは滋賀工場の小型ペットボトル製造設備を約100億円で増強し、2028年7月より100ml飲料の製造を開始。年間生産能力を2割拡大し健康飲料の安定供給を図る。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253644Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMoney Forward has launched API integration with Webull, the online securities trading platform of Webull Securities. Users can automatically retrieve and centrally manage assets such as U.S. stocks and ETFs through services including Money Forward ME. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253643Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the release of Nogizaka46 member Saya Kanagawa’s 1st solo photo book on June 30, a YouTube livestream will be held on April 30. Reservations made that day will come with a poster featuring an unreleased photo and a profile card as limited-time bonuses, in an effort to engage fans and boost sales. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253642Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHIROKO HAYASHIは、2026年4月29日から5月10日まで、銀座店と松屋銀座店の2店舗を巡るスタンプラリーを開催します。2店舗の訪問でステッカー、購入でチャームが進呈されるほか、銀座エリア限定の復刻バッグ「RONDINE」も販売し、GWの集客を狙います。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253641Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Fear Exhibition Osaka,” currently on view at Grand Front Osaka, has announced that it will extend its run through May 17, 2026, after ticket sales topped 50,000. The exhibition is an immersive display themed around “fear” itself. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253640Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリーガロイヤルホテル広島は、2026年6月1日から9月30日まで「ビール×食べ放題」をテーマにした『BEER FAIR 2026』を開催します。館内3つのレストランで、天候に左右されない屋内の快適な空間にて多彩な料理とドリンクを1名8,300円で提供します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253639Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLouis Vuitton has released the new Monogram Surplus Canvas series from its 2026 pre-fall men’s collection by Pharrell Williams. The pieces feature fabric-like embossed details and a camouflage-inspired design, and include a range of items such as backpacks and tote bags. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253638Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe second half of the 4.5th anniversary event has begun in DMM GAMES’ “れじぇくろ！～レジェンド・クローバー～.” The campaign includes up to 100 free gacha pulls and the debut of new characters Joka & Lu Bu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253686https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253686Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:59:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn executive committee has launched a crowdfunding campaign with a target of 15 million yen to erect a statue of physician Ryoun Takamatsu, a native of Ogori, Fukuoka Prefecture, and a pioneer of medicine and humanitarianism in modern Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253687Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:57:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESA sweets and food event themed around “Lovers’ Sanctuary” will be held in Ogori, Fukuoka Prefecture, on May 24. The highlight will be an opening ceremony featuring the cutting of a giant 9-meter Swiss roll. Well-known shops from inside and outside the city will gather for the event, which aims to promote the region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253688Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:57:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES福岡大学は、学生や教員の取り組み、卒業生の活躍を紹介する広報誌『学園通信』（第81号）を発行した。海上自衛隊パイロットや企業社長を務める卒業生の紹介、睡眠やがん治療に関する専門的な特集が組まれている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253689Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:57:22 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253690Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:57:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt Japanese Heritage Night at Dodger Stadium, YOSHIKI performed an innovative rendition of the U.S. national anthem combining piano and DJ. He also announced a full-scale return performance in LA in July and a Tokyo dinner show in August. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253691Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:56:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Ajisaka Poppy Festival will be held in Mitsuyuki, Ogori, Fukuoka Prefecture. With around 1 million poppies in bloom, the event will also feature sales of locally grown specialty vegetables and a sketching contest, with the aim of revitalizing the area. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253692Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:56:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESArt platform MODE will present 2 experimental art performance programs at Sogetsu Hall in Akasaka, Tokyo, on June 29 and 30. Highlights include a collaboration between Keiji Haino and Daniel Blumberg, a new work by Ellen Arkbro, and a Japan performance by Charlemagne Palestine. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253693https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253693Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:56:24 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本道路株式会社は、モビリティリゾートもてぎで開催される「ゴールデンウィークわくわくライドフェス」に、最新の自動運転アスファルトフィニッシャを出展します。このイベントでは、建設現場で活躍する「働くクルマ」を間近で見たり、無人デモンストレーションを通じて舗装工事の自動化技術を体験できます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253694Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:55:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESXpotential Inc. has announced that Chairman Takahiro Yamashita will speak at “Eight EXPO2026 @ International Forum” about building a successful sales organization using AI. The talk will address challenges such as dependence on top salespeople and training that relies on individual know-how, and the importance of making AI part of the organization’s overall operating model rather than merely a tool for efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253695Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:54:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Enjoying Hanatateyama: Spring Tea Gathering” will be held at Shiroyama Park in Ogori, Fukuoka Prefecture, on May 3. The event offers a chance to enjoy the region’s appeal through sales of local specialties, dango soup, a tea gathering and a hyottoko dance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253696Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:53:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES石川県加賀市 will set up an on-site Furusato Tax donation booth at the 30th Yamanaka Lacquerware Festival, taking place on 令和8年5月3・4日. The booth will use the “Choice Pay” smartphone payment app to make it easy for visitors to purchase traditional crafts. Discount coupons will also be distributed to people who add the city as a LINE friend, promoting the appeal of lacquerware to younger people and tourists. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253697Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:52:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESSumitomo Densetsu Co., Ltd. has announced personnel changes, including executive appointments, effective June 1, 5 and 24, 2026. The changes are an important development that will affect the company’s organizational structure and future management strategy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253698Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:51:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESOsaka Television’s documentary “Documentary 7” will air its 37th episode featuring Ayumi Nishigawa, representative of the nonprofit organization DEAR ME. The organization holds fashion shows in the Philippines, Cambodia and Japan to help children in impoverished communities experience the joy of self-expression through fashion and build confidence. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253699Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:49:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESDepartures Japan has established a Medical and Nursing Care Liaison Office to improve end-of-life care in medical and nursing care settings and strengthen collaboration among professionals. Through seminars for nurses and care workers and a consultation service, the office will address coordination challenges between funeral homes and medical and care providers and help families arrange more meaningful farewells. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253700Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:48:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWakayama Prefecture announced that it will hold the “WAKAYAMA800 Mobile Stamp Rally 9th season” from May 1, 2026, to March 14, 2027, along WAKAYAMA800, a cycling route more than 800 km long. Participants can join on their smartphones, visit checkpoints by bicycle and collect digital stamps while enjoying sightseeing and cycling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253701Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:46:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESセレクトホテルズグループ has held a grand opening and opening ceremony for ANA Holiday Inn Tosu, the first foreign-affiliated full-service hotel in Tosu, Saga Prefecture. The hotel will offer a comfortable stay to guests from Japan and abroad and contribute to tourism promotion in the region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253702Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:46:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo Defense’s gaming brand PIXEL PROMO has released the photorealistic horror map “Accident Property 2:33 AM” on Fortnite Creative. Featuring realistic visuals created with UEFN and full voice acting, it aims to reinvent the existing Fortnite horror experience. The company also produces maps for businesses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253703Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:46:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESArmani / Casa unveiled its 2026 collection “Origins” in Milan. Bringing together past icons and new creations, the collection was displayed in a space inspired by Giorgio Armani’s residence, expressing the brand’s aesthetic and evolution. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253548Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:41:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESBritish Hills, in Ten-ei Village, Fukushima Prefecture, will hold “Rose Week” from May 30 to July 5, 2026, as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. The event offers a taste of early summer in Britain through the opening of the rose garden, rose-themed decorations, special menus, English-language cultural lessons and related merchandise. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253549Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:40:17 +0900JapanPR TIMESBased on its revised material issues (materiality), Ain Group has set specific initiatives, KPIs and targets for the fiscal year ending April 2031. It has established ambitious targets in 7 areas: contributing to community healthcare, providing lifestyle offerings, safety and security, environmental protection, employee development, a sound management foundation and regional partnerships, with the aim of building a sustainable society and growing the company. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253550Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:40:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESSKYcreation Inc. has unveiled two new products for car dealerships that support wired CarPlay input: “SKY-MT01” and “SKY-HDMI02.” They will provide innovative in-car entertainment solutions that combine safety and convenience, enriching the in-car experience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253551Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:39:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESDripSquare, which exports matcha, is accelerating its business expansion in North America. With support for its participation in the World Tea Expo and meetings with existing buyers, it has secured new orders and strengthened relationships. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253552Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:38:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES“ぷしゅぷしゅ,” the main character of the program “シナぷしゅ” for infants and toddlers, has been named Toyota City’s “Children and Child-Rearing Support Ambassador” in Aichi Prefecture. Toyota City is the first local government to partner with “シナぷしゅ” and will step up its communication of child-rearing policies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253553Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:38:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Indigo-dyed speakers,” developed jointly by Okinawan audio maker 知名オーディオ and 琉球藍研究所, use Ryukyu indigo powder in their coating. The product combines traditional crafts with industrial manufacturing, offering an experience of Okinawa’s nature through both sight and sound. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253554Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:38:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESSounkyo Onsen Asahitei, operated by Noguchi Kanko Management, has announced a lodging plan featuring shabu-shabu made with 3 types of game meat: Ezo deer, wild boar and pheasant. The plan offers a luxurious dining experience that makes it easy to enjoy nature’s bounty. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253555Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:37:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESKumon Publishing released “Parade of Sky and Flowers,” a coming-of-age novel by Eito Amakawa about transgender themes, on April 20. The book was published in paperback after being serialized in the Asahi Junior and Senior High School Students’ Newspaper and offers an opportunity to deepen understanding of LGBTQ+ people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253556Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:37:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES長野県松本市を本拠地とする3人制プロバスケットボールチーム『SHINSHU MATSUMOTO TopEVOLVE』が発足しました。株式会社巴屋が運営し、2026年にはRBLに参戦。地域活性化とスポーツ文化の発展、次世代育成を目指します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253557Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:36:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESNagano Prefecture’s 道の駅 中条 will hold a limited-time “Apricot Fair” featuring apricots from Chikuma City starting May 1, 2026. The event, held in collaboration with local business 手作り工房 旬な菜, will showcase the appeal of apricots, a regional specialty. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253558Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:35:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsui O.S.K. Lines announced its Southeast Asia regional strategy and investment in stable-revenue businesses at Singapore Maritime Week 2026, its president’s first overseas event appearance since taking office. The company highlighted shipping’s importance as strategic infrastructure and the priority it places on seafarer safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253559Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:35:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Reading Nature,” a next-generation personal analysis method attracting attention for being “scarily accurate,” has been officially released as a free app. Combining Eastern statistical methods and psychology, it analyzes and visualizes an individual’s personality and thought patterns based on their date of birth, supporting deeper self-understanding and better relationships. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253560Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:32:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESGame company NEOWIZ will open a permanent official shop for the popular RPG “Brown Dust 2” in Akihabara on April 29, 2026. In addition to returning merchandise, 57 new product types will be available, and a grand opening fair will also be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260428-15/index-en.html#n253561Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:32:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESDuring Golden Week, Hokkaido Wine will operate a free shuttle bus connecting Otaru Port Square and Otaru Wine Gallery in Otaru. The service aims to eliminate drunk driving while promoting wine events and regional revitalization.