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JR Kyushu Trading will hold its first Aeon Railway Festa at イオン宮崎店. The family-friendly event will feature railway merchandise sales, the new “Mejirushi Acrylic Keychain,” button-badge making, photo sessions in railway uniforms, and a quiz contest.
Companies mentioned：イオン宮崎店
On April 23, 2026, model Karlie Kloss was spotted carrying a “Diorly” bag in London. This was part of a promotion showcasing Christian Dior’s latest collection through celebrities.
Companies mentioned：Christian Dior
Original日本最大級のBtoB展示会「EDEN JAPAN ADULT EXPO 2026」が開催まで1か月を切り、国内外のトップ企業が出展。フェムテック、ヘルスケア、AI・VRなど幅広い分野の商材が一堂に会し、質の高い商談と市場参入の機会を提供する。来場登録が急増しており、早期の事前登録が推奨されている。
Companies mentioned：ハードウェアメーカー、インティメイトケアブランド、OEM/ODM企業、AI・VR・プラットフォーム企業
Hawk Gaming Group (Hawk GG) and ePARA will hold the “Hawk GG × ePARA Barrier-Free Esports Program @EVOJ26” at EVO Japan 2026 on May 2, 2026. Through activities including friendly matches using Street Fighter 6, this collaborative event will showcase an inclusive esports world where diverse players can thrive.
Companies mentioned：Hawk Gaming Group、株式会社ePARA、株式会社JAPANNEXT、eスポーツ企画oreRevo
AI video and image generation tool Novi AI launched a Japanese-language website for the Japanese market on April 28, 2026, introducing its proprietary AI agent feature and the latest models, Seedance 2.0 and GPT Image 2. This automates the production process from planning to finished video and significantly enhances creative capabilities.
Gatebox株式会社 began advance sales of “Gatebox3,” a next-generation character-summoning display that lets you live with your favorite character, on crowdfunding site Makuake on April 29, 2026. AI partner Hikari Aizuma returns, and users can summon a 3D-model character of their choice and customize its personality, voice and movements to share their lives.
Companies mentioned：Gatebox株式会社、Makuake
Study Chain Co., Ltd.’s Sophia University admissions prep school has thoroughly analyzed 25 years of past entrance exams and revamped its instructional curriculum and customized study plans for the 2027 admissions cycle. It has announced a new teaching system aimed at maximizing acceptance rates.
Akagi Nyugyo released a new web commercial for its popular ice pop Gatsun, to Mikan, titled “Freezer,” on April 29. Now in its 5th year of collaboration with comedian Egashira 2:50, the humorous ad features Egashira appearing from a freezer and lamenting that the ice pops have sold out.
Hawaii-based natural stone accessory brand Malulani Hawaii has launched “Linolino ~Miracle~,” a parent-child protective bracelet available by reservation only at its Hawaii flagship store. The special power-stone bracelet is designed to strengthen the bond between parents and children as they wish for relief from anxiety and the achievement of their goals.
Fuji TV’s streaming service FOD announced that “Movie Winter Sonata: Japan Special Edition,” a re-edited version of the Korean drama Winter Sonata, will be available exclusively on its subscription service from May 6. The timeless love story starring Bae Yong-joon and Choi Ji-woo has been remastered in 4K and re-edited as a movie running about 2 hours, offering an emotional experience for both longtime fans and new viewers.
Companies mentioned：KBS、TOHOシネマズ
ABEMA has begun airing episode 1 of the marriage reality show “Clockwork Marriage.” The program follows 3 women looking for a spouse over 30 days, featuring dates with a man earning 14 million yen a year and a couple who get engaged on the same day. It has generated buzz, surpassing 29 million impressions on X.
On April 27, 2026, Taylor Swift was spotted in New York carrying a yellow leather “Lady Dior” bag. The sighting is believed to be part of a Dior promotional campaign.
Companies mentioned：Dior、Christian Dior
Ascentia株式会社 has signed an agreement to serve as fund-raiser for Saga Prefecture’s “RYO-FU BASE.” From April 16, 2026, it will provide funding support to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs and startups in Saga Prefecture, spanning loans, investments and crowdfunding. Former bank employees and people with startup experience will provide hands-on support.
Companies mentioned：Ascentia株式会社、公益財団法人佐賀県産業振興機構さが産業ミライ創造ベース (RYO-FU BASE)、基山町産業振興協議会、キヤマリンク
Meiji Pharmaceutical will hold its first limited-time pop-up store at Daimaru Kyoto from April 29 to May 26, 2026, featuring its NMN anti-aging supplement series. Special sets and offers exclusive to the venue will be available, appealing to people with a strong interest in beauty and health.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラッキー、大丸京都店
TAC Co., Ltd. will hold an online information session on May 6, 2026, about “A plan to pass next year’s exams for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, special wards, Yokohama City and Kawasaki City.” The session will encourage candidates to start preparing for civil service exams early and offer study support that is easy to balance with a busy student schedule.
MomentumStudio Co., Ltd. has begun handling tie-in advertising across 2 media outlets targeting inbound visitors to Japan and affluent foreign residents of Japan. It offers ad placements in a leading No. 1-class inbound travel guidebook for Chinese-speaking audiences and an English-language restaurant information magazine, aiming to effectively reach high-spending consumers.
Companies mentioned：墨刻出版（MOOK社）、株式会社TMJ Agency、株式会社ビジネスワールド社、Daily Information NY
株式会社nadeshico will open “scenes,” an Oceania-style cafe and wine restaurant themed around wellness and wine, inside the “niwa+” complex in Kusatsu, Shiga, on April 29. It will serve specialty coffee, Melbourne-style brunch and carefully selected wines from morning through evening, aiming to become a new local landmark.
Companies mentioned：株式会社nadeshico、Allpress Espresso
Delight Co., Ltd. has released findings from a survey of 78 people who have experienced problems with funeral services. Issues related to costs and estimates were the most common, accounting for about 28% of cases overall. Together with insufficient explanations and misunderstandings, more than half of the problems involved money or information, highlighting the importance of providing information to help consumers choose funeral service providers with confidence.
Actress and entrepreneur 石川鈴菜 won the grand prize at APA Hotel’s “No.1 Smile Contest.” She received perfect scores from every judge and was appointed an APA Hotel PR ambassador.
Companies mentioned：アパホテル株式会社、Amule株式会社
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs is participating in SusHi Tech 2026 with 15 startups and has signed 2 MOUs to strengthen innovation cooperation between Japan and Taiwan. The agreements will accelerate practical market expansion in fields including autonomous driving technology.
Companies mentioned：TSUCREA、MACNICA、Turing Drive、台北市電腦商業同業公會
Original国連大学（UNU-INWEH）は、EVやデジタル技術に不可欠な重要鉱物の採掘が、採掘地域で深刻な水不足や健康被害、社会的・環境的不正義を引き起こしているとする新報告書を発表しました。持続可能なエネルギー転換のためには、国際的なガバナンスの抜本的改革が必要だと提言しています。
Companies mentioned：UNU-INWEH、国連大学
株式会社ほねごり will open “ほねごり接骨院・はりきゅう院 戸塚上矢部院” in Totsuka Ward, Yokohama, on June 19, 2026. The clinic will offer pelvic correction, acupuncture and moxibustion, and postpartum care, and plans to hold free trial sessions.
Companies mentioned：FUJIYA（不二家）
株式会社ワンプルーフ has published a success story on the domestic Japanese e-commerce rollout of global smartwatch brand “Amazfit.” Through a three-company collaboration with Zepp Japan and アースリボーン, sales on 楽天市場 and Yahoo!ショッピング rose 208% year on year, while traffic increased 305%.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワンプルーフ、Zepp Japan株式会社、株式会社アースリボーン、Amazfit、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング
Well Body株式会社 is offering a free report on physical fatigue among business professionals. The report reveals how physical ailments undermine productivity and psychological safety, and highlights the value of “Offi-Stretch®,” an on-site treatment service provided by physical therapists.
Companies mentioned：金沢シーサイドFM
The second original perfume produced by Toko Furuuchi, “My brand new day,” will be available by preorder starting May 1, 2026. The unisex fragrance is inspired by her music, and purchases include a commemorative postcard with her handwritten signature.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ピノーレ、金熊香水
United BM Wealth Limited held financial training in Tokyo on April 21, 2026, overseen by Deloitte Malaysia. The session explained international wealth management for affluent clients using Malaysia’s SFO framework, addressing demand for asset diversification amid the weak yen.
Companies mentioned：United BM Wealth Limited、Deloitte Malaysia、Deloitte
タイムチケットプロダクション has appointed prominent Indonesian music creator Caramel as its official ambassador. The move aims to accelerate expansion into Indonesia’s creator economy and provide new career paths for young people there.
Companies mentioned：TikTok、SoundOn、株式会社タイムチケット
アイ・ケイ・ケイホールディングス（IKKHD） has opened a temporary wedding salon for “西公園 空の迎賓館” in Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka. It has begun accepting reservations and consultations for the new guesthouse-style wedding venue, scheduled to open in May 2027, offering a new wedding experience at a scenic spot in Fukuoka.
Companies mentioned：アイ・ケイ・ケイホールディングス株式会社、アイ・ケイ・ケイ株式会社、PT INTERNATIONAL KANSHA KANDOU INDONESIA、アイケア株式会社、株式会社明徳庵、Ambihone株式会社
女子高生ラボ conducted a survey of high school girls nationwide on what they consider when choosing a club. Dance club ranked No. 1 and “帰宅部” came in No. 2. The survey found that a preference for part-time work and an interest in investing in oneself were factors behind choosing “帰宅部.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社with t
ゼロジーアクト will begin selling theater-exclusive ticket-style cards for the film Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway (8 designs, ¥550 including tax) at major theaters nationwide around the end of April. They will not be available through the online store.
Companies mentioned：朝日放送グループ、青山剛昌、名探偵コナン製作委員会
eBay Japan, Orange Conex Japan, and Wasabi Inc. jointly held a seminar on cross-border e-commerce strategies in the era of U.S. tariffs. The event covered eBay market trends, the official SpeedPAK shipping service, and Wasabi Switch’s authentication and logistics integration solutions, and shared case studies from successful sellers.
Companies mentioned：イーベイ・ジャパン、オレンジコネックスジャパン、株式会社ワサビ
Order Suit SADA, the official suit supplier for J.League club “RB大宮アルディージャ,” will hold an official suit reservation sales event and raffle at NACK5 Stadium Omiya on May 6 (Wednesday). Suits modeled on those worn by players will be offered at special prices, and the raffle will offer a chance to win an official suit.
Companies mentioned：RB大宮アルディージャ、いわきFC
スタディチェーン株式会社 has substantially revamped the teaching curriculum and study plans at its “東大合格特化塾,” a learning-management prep school specializing in preparation for University of Tokyo admissions. It aims to maximize acceptance rates for the 2027 entrance exams through an in-depth analysis of 25 years of past exam questions.
Companies mentioned：スタディチェーン株式会社
ニトリ will begin selling the “Rechargeable Handheld Fan with Carabiner Clip,” priced at ¥999 including tax, at stores nationwide and on ニトリネット from late April 2026. The compact fan features 5 adjustable speed settings and is suited to a range of situations, including commuting, school commutes, and desk work, helping users stay comfortable in the summer heat. Combining an affordable price with practical features, it meets the needs of a broad range of consumers.
Part-2 of the television program “THE FISHING,” following Japanese anglers Kyoya Fujita and Yui Aoki as they compete in the “2026 Bassmaster Classic,” one of the world’s premier bass fishing tournaments, will air on May 2, 2026 (Saturday).
Companies mentioned：テレビ大阪、テレビ東京、テレビ愛知、テレビせとうち、テレビ北海道、TVQ九州放送
The Minamisanriku Tourism Association has announced the “3rd Minamisanriku Fossil Stamp Rally,” running from Golden Week through summer vacation. Participants can discover the region’s appeal by visiting fossil sites around town and collecting stamps. Special benefits will also be available to overnight guests, with the aim of encouraging longer stays.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人南三陸町観光協会
The final of “D-SHOCK 2025-2026,” one of Japan’s largest street dance contests, was held, with “衣シキ糸ヨ葵杏ノ心” winning the overall title in the U-15 division. A total of 322 dancers took part, and organizers announced the emergence of next-generation stars and confirmed that a new season will be held.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Chord Prise、KADOKAWA DREAMS、株式会社Marvelous、CyberAgent Legit
Kodansha’s manga app Comic DAYS will launch the new series 『後輩ちゃんはやりすぎる』 by 川上カワネン on April 29. The gag comedy follows the growth of an overly earnest new employee and an ordinary senior colleague, and updates every Wednesday.
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社
The new fantasy manga 『リュウツヘグイ』 by 山路新 will begin serialization on Kodansha’s manga app Comic DAYS on April 29. It is an epic story about a predatory competition between dragons and humanity.
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社
AI FUSION FES, bringing together AI illustrations, video and music, will be held in Shibuya on July 25, 2026. This immersive event offers a multifaceted experience of AI creativity through networking among creators, work exhibitions and contests.
Companies mentioned：日本コロムビアグループ株式会社、株式会社サイコム、Pollo AI
The premium golf wear brand BOSS GOLF opened a new store at 土岐プレミアム・アウトレット in Gifu Prefecture on April 28, 2026. 株式会社水甚 operates the store, offering collections that combine sophisticated design with high functionality. A promotional giveaway campaign is also underway to mark the opening.
Companies mentioned：株式会社水甚、土岐プレミアム・アウトレット、京都髙島屋、大丸梅田店
AMI & LEGENDS EAST 2026 will be held in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 26, 2026. 4 JDM legends, including RE雨宮 and VeilSide, will gather at the event, which aims to preserve and create value for Japanese automotive culture through custom car exhibits, charity activities and a scholarship program to nurture young talent.
Companies mentioned：RE雨宮、VeilSide、TOP SECRET、尾林ファクトリー、NPOオプションランド国際交流協会
株式会社スリーリングス has revamped its jewelry shop, which has 9 years of experience on 楽天市場, and reopened it as J.GRACE on April 25, 2026. The brand offers high-quality jewelry made with pure gold and pure platinum, and aims to accompany women through life.
Companies mentioned：楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、Amazon
QINOCOP has launched an online lottery featuring the TV anime 『メイドさんは食べるだけ』. The no-lose lottery offers merchandise from the popular anime and goes on sale on April 29, 2026. Fans can win limited-edition items such as A3 canvas art and big acrylic stands.
Companies mentioned：キューダップ株式会社、株式会社InoCo、講談社
INNOCN has announced the 27-inch QD-Mini LED monitor GA27V1M MAX. Features include reduced reflections and a wide viewing angle with AR+ATW technology, as well as high contrast from its 2304-zone Mini LED. It is a premium model for gaming and creative work. A launch promotion is also underway.
株式会社シュクレイ began selling the popular products Financier [Gorgonzola with Honey] and Cookie [Camembert with Honey] from its Osaka-exclusive sweets brand DROOLY through its official online store on May 1, 2026, for a limited time and in limited quantities. The products, previously available only in Osaka, will now be delivered to customers nationwide.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シュクレイ
Healing J-pop artist ojo close will release her 1st EP, Lullaby, on April 29, 2026. Her music, which marks her full-fledged debut following a strong response on social media, draws on her sensibility as a photographer to offer comfort to those facing lonely nights.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダムド、DAMD Sound Effect
バツイチ不動産 has launched the new podcast series 『バツイチのすすめ』 on YouTube and various social media platforms to support people who have experienced divorce as they start over. The program offers a place to ease loneliness and anxiety through real-life stories from those involved and advice from experts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本メディカル、FMG株式会社
R&B unit LUIRE will release its 2nd single, shut down, produced by DJ HASEBE, on April 29, 2026. Centered on the image of an independent woman, the track features a tough, 2000s-style sound and is set to follow the previous release, which made waves on the iTunes charts.
Companies mentioned：Stanford Group
netkeiba, one of Japan’s largest horse racing information sites, has announced its year-round support for RRC 2026, an equestrian competition for retired racehorses. It will livestream the Shiga qualifying round on April 29 and the December final free of charge, contributing to the development of horse racing culture by supporting second careers for retired horses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネットドリーマーズ、全国乗馬倶楽部振興協会、JRA馬事公苑
French bag brand エルベシャプリエ will bring back its square shoulder bag with Japan-exclusive “sakura-pink tags” on April 29. The design sold out early in 2025. The limited-edition model combines functionality and elegance and will be available at directly operated stores nationwide and online.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サニーサイドアップ
New tracks by 3 artists participating in the NEW VOCALIST PROGRAM, run by Music Boost, have been selected as April theme songs for musicるTV and other programs on テレビ朝日 and its affiliates. Songs by Paddy Boy やーまん, r.y.u and 七絆 were chosen, providing strong support for emerging singers.
Companies mentioned：テレビ朝日、SBS静岡放送
The new open-world RPG NTE: Neverness to Everness from Hotta Studio officially launched on April 29, 2026. Set in the hyperreal city of Heterocity, the game features more than 470 free pulls and major collaborations with the Persona 5 series and ポルシェ.
Companies mentioned：Hotta Studio、ポルシェ、アトラス、Perfect World
Nishimatsuya Chain has launched the Baby Mirror N with LED Light, which lets drivers check on a baby in the back seat even at night. The LED light can be turned on with a remote control, and the mirror uses a safe acrylic surface while remaining affordable.
Companies mentioned：株式会社西松屋チェーン
Yoitoki has analyzed challenges in international matchmaking in a multicultural society and released findings from a survey on post-date “distancing behavior.” With people showing a strong tendency to avoid direct conversations, the company is supporting smoother communication through multilingual support and real-time translation features.
Italian pants specialist brand “BERWICH” launches its first apparel category. The linen shirt jacket “J WORKERMAN” goes on sale at AMAN ONLINE STORE from April 29.
Companies mentioned：ICOMAN 2000 s.r.l.
LINE stickers from a collaboration between Tatsunoko Production’s anime “Mach GoGoGo” and artist “Rooo Lou” are now on sale. The designs give iconic scenes from the series a modern, stylish makeover, aiming to reach fans in Japan and abroad as well as new audiences.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タツノコプロ、DoersTokyo株式会社
Nasu Garden Outlet has teamed up with 2 accommodation facilities in the Nasu area to begin selling accommodation plans that include shopping vouchers. Aimed at the 2026 Golden Week period, the plans offer a tourism experience combining stays and shopping, with the goal of boosting spending across the area.
Companies mentioned：TOWAピュアコテージ、58 LOHAS CLUB
Original大阪市の「ホテルソビアル 大阪 ドーム前」が2026年の開業10周年を記念し、4月29日より6ヶ月連続でペア宿泊券をプレゼントするInstagramキャンペーンを開始。ファンからアメニティのアイデアを募る共創型プロジェクトも兼ねています。
Companies mentioned：ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、木津市場
“All Connect Magazine,” operated by 株式会社ALL CONNECT, has released a “Customer Review Satisfaction Library” for Wi-Fi services, based on its own research. It visualizes 20 major services using 5 evaluation criteria and NPS, and aims to improve transparency in the choice of telecommunications services by providing the data openly.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ALL CONNECT、株式会社クロス・マーケティング、QIQUMO、楽天モバイル、UQコミュニケーションズ、5G CONNECT、MONSTER MOBILE
株式会社アップランド will release new “Pajama Goods 2026” and “Bedtime Binaural Voice Vol.2” items from VTuber groups “.LIVE” and “ぶいぱい” on April 30, 2026. The lineup includes products featuring newly drawn illustrations and binaural voice content featuring a total of 21 members.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アップランド
Chuo University Specialized Holistic Admissions Coach, operated by スタディチェーン株式会社, is running a campaign offering 30% off enrollment fees through April 30, 2026. Its fully online instruction eases the financial burden for prospective Chuo University students nationwide and provides support to help them pass the entrance exams.
Companies mentioned：スタディチェーン株式会社、HUSTAR株式会社
To celebrate the 2nd debut anniversary of VTuber group “ぱらすと！,” ClaN Entertainment announced the sale of limited-edition merchandise and an online meet-and-greet from April 28, 2026. The lineup for fans includes a signed art board and talent-specific sets.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ClaN Entertainment
On Spo-Oku, the official sports team auction service offered by Mobaoku, B.LEAGUE team バンビシャス奈良 will auction player-worn “Tenpyo-pattern uniforms” from April 30 to May 3, 2026. This gives fans the opportunity to acquire rare uniforms worn in games and signed by the players.
Companies mentioned：株式会社モバオク、エンゲート株式会社、バンビシャス奈良
LogicLinks’ MVNO service “LinksMate” will launch a campaign on April 28, 2026, offering a chance to win SS-seat tickets to Cygames’ popular game “Uma Musume Pretty Derby” live event “7th EVENT WORLD TOUR ‘THE STAGE’ in TOKYO.” The campaign is open to subscribers of selected plans, and “Umasuku” subscribers have a higher chance of winning.
Companies mentioned：株式会社LogicLinks、株式会社Cygames
Puma Japan has announced its latest products in the basketball category for April and May 2026. They include a collaboration collection featuring the mascot of 千葉ジェッツ and new colorways of high-performance basketball shoes.
Companies mentioned：プーマ ジャパン株式会社、千葉ジェッツ
しゃぶしゃぶどん亭 will serve its “Special Lunch Set,” normally available only on weekends and public holidays, every day during Golden Week (April 29–May 6, 2026). The special lunch can be enjoyed with family and friends and caters to demand for dining out during the holiday period.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アークミール、しゃぶしゃぶどん亭、ステーキのどん、ステーキハウス フォルクス
Zenken株式会社 conducted a “Salary Survey of the Beauty Industry Based on Minimum Wages” in March 2026, drawing on data from BeautyPro, a job site specializing in the beauty industry. The survey found that salaries for full-time and part-time hairdressers, estheticians, nail technicians and eyelash technicians in Saitama Prefecture exceed the minimum wage, and highlighted salary differences by occupation.
Companies mentioned：Zenken株式会社
PASH! コミックス announced that the popular manga “My Job Is Just to Pet Them! 3” will go on sale on May 1, 2026. Set in a world after humanity’s extinction, Volume 3 follows the protagonist Kaina as she calms demons with gentle pats.
Companies mentioned：PASH! コミックス、主婦と生活社、コミックPASH! neo
Original主婦と生活社PASH!コミックスより、漫画「異世界ラーメン屋台 エルフの食通は『ラメン』が食べたい（コミック）１」が2026年5月1日に発売される。エルフの食通が異世界ラーメン「ラメン」と出会う物語を描く。
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社、PASH!
Volume 11 of the popular comic series “The Unremarkable Sword Saint Is Still the Strongest” will be released by PASH! Comics on May 1, 2026. The series has sold more than 1.2 million copies, and the new volume depicts a fresh journey and fierce battles for master and disciple.
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社、PASH! コミックス
The popular comic series “I Want to Escape from Princess Education (Comic) 8” will be released on May 1, 2026, bringing the story to its conclusion. It depicts the heart-fluttering romantic comedy surrounding the “heir” dilemma of the married couple Leticia and Clarke.
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社
The popular PASH! Comics Fiore series “The National-Treasure-Class Young Lord’s Proposal (Comic) 3” will be released on May 1, 2026. This final volume is a pure-love fantasy in which Terill, who has kept a secret for years, and the devoted Ilarion defy fate.
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社
The mysterious fantasy manga “Merry Witches’ Life: The 3 Widows of Bellubasil 5” will be released on May 1, 2026. Zoe learns that her husband, believed to be dead, is alive, and heads to her hometown, “the Island of Wizards,” in search of the truth. This new volume follows the mysteries and adventures surrounding protagonist Zoe’s family.
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社、PASH! コミックス
PASH! Bunko will release The Romantic Comedy Where the Heroine Dies at the End: Summer Memories, Vol. 2 on May 1, 2026. The story follows a high school student aiming for a university recommendation and his reunion with a troubled girl. Related information, including a manga adaptation, has also been released.
PASH! Bunko will release Making Money by Streaming Myself Cooking for an Assassin, a semi-cohabitation romantic comedy about a silver-haired assassin and a cooking streamer, on May 1, 2026. The story follows a man who has given up on his dreams and a female assassin as they grow closer through cooking.
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社
Volumes 1 and 2 of the semi-color edition of the popular manga The Nail-Painting Apprentice in a Strange Land go on sale May 1 (Friday). An anime adaptation has also been confirmed, and color pages previously available only digitally will now be included in the print edition.
Companies mentioned：主婦と生活社、PASH! コミックス
Starting April 29, 2026, KDDI began accepting applications for an advance ticket lottery for Chanmina’s Tokyo Dome show, “AREA OF DIAMOND FINAL,” for members of its monthly subscription service, Ponta Pass. Through its partnership with the e-ticket service LivePocket, the company aims to enhance Ponta Pass entertainment benefits and increase value for members.
Companies mentioned：KDDI、LivePocket
Nitori has launched a deep-pan model in its “Extra, Extra Lightweight Frying Pan” series, with a depth of approximately 6.5 cm. It can be used for everything from stir-frying and simmering to deep-frying, and stands out for its versatility despite its light weight. The new product aims to reduce the burden of cooking in the kitchen.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニトリ
E’sekai, the first high school girls’ band from 沖縄アクターズスクール, debuted with the digital single “異世界” on April 29. The group has built a fan base on social media in just half a year and is active not only in Okinawa but also in Tokyo. They are expected to open up a new music scene with their distinctive sound and message.
Companies mentioned：沖縄アクターズスクール、MAX
The final show of actor Yo Oizumi’s recital tour, Yo Oizumi Recital 2: Revenge, celebrating 30 years in show business, will be broadcast live to cinemas nationwide on June 21, 2026, from Yokohama Arena. Advance lottery ticket sales for fan club members begin May 2.
Companies mentioned：ローソンチケット
NSGグループ’s 開志創造大学大学院 will host a free special lecture on next-generation new business development using generative AI on May 16, 2026, featuring Keisuke Shibasaki, representative of 01START. The lecture will offer practical insights to people seeking to start businesses or reform organizations and support business growth.
Companies mentioned：01START、NSGグループ、開志創造大学大学院
ONE N’ ONLY will release its major-label 2nd single “WARAiNA” on April 29, 2026, the 8th anniversary of the group’s formation. The single will be released in 8 editions and includes 3 tracks, including the title song “WARAiNA.” The group also announced its LIVE TOUR 2026 “INFERNO.”
Companies mentioned：ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、スターダストプロモーション
Three works by Izumi Kawahara are now available on Hakusensha’s manga app “Hana to Yume+.” A campaign will make all chapters of Silver Romantic…Wahaha, a work about figure skating, free for a limited 2 days starting April 29. The work is generating buzz for supposedly predicting the success of “Riku-Ryu” 40 years ago.
ABEMA announced that all 12 episodes of the TV anime and all 25 episodes of the spinoff anime from the popular Puella Magi Madoka Magica series will air for free in a marathon starting at 5 p.m. on April 30, 2026, for a limited 1 week. The broadcast is part of ABEMA’s 10th anniversary campaign and gives fans a chance to enjoy the series ahead of the release of the new film.
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、シャフト、Aniplex、Magica Quartet、Madoka Project、Magia Record Anime Partners
ABEMA, the new television for a new future, will begin airing a documentary on April 29, 2026, following the 3-year journey of VIBY, a Japanese boy band formed under Rii.MJ, a new label launched by Kim Mi-jeong, who has worked with BTS and others.
Companies mentioned：AbemaTV, Inc.、Rii.MJ
The reading performance Hoshi × Koe, featuring voice actors Tsubasa Yonaga and Takuma Nagatsuka, will be held on June 6 and 7, 2026, at the Planetarium Theater at Hitachi Civic Center in Ibaraki Prefecture. It offers a special experience combining the planetarium’s starry sky with professional readings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社AIR AGENCY、公益財団法人日立市民科学文化財団、ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ
Identity V STAGE, a stage production based on the asymmetrical multiplayer game Identity V, will stream Episode 1 for free for a limited time to mark the performance of Episode 6. Episodes 4 and 5 will also become available on various platforms, bringing the appeal of the entire series to a wider audience.
Companies mentioned：ムービックステージ
The documentary John Lennon & Yoko Ono: One to One, about John Lennon and Yoko Ono, is set for an exclusive IMAX® release in fall 2026. Set in New York in the early 1970s, the film offers an immersive experience centered on their message of love and peace and their only full concert, “One to One.”
Companies mentioned：WOWOW
Originalブシロードによる新クロスメディアプロジェクト「ZERO RISE」が、初のミニアルバムを2026年4月29日にリリース。バスケットボールをテーマに、各チームの個性を反映した5曲が収録され、5月の舞台上演に向けた勢いを加速させています。
Companies mentioned：ブシロード、ILCA
カフェトーク will hold its 10th online Italian reading seminar on May 13, 2026, led by popular instructor Paola. The seminar offers a rare opportunity to observe the teaching of Paola, who has taught more than approximately 7,000 lessons, and is intended for Italian learners at A1 level and above.
Companies mentioned：カフェトーク、株式会社スモールブリッジ
OriginalDRESSY CAFE NAGOYAは5月、ウェディングドレスブランド「ANTEPRIMA」のドレスを期間限定で展示します。これにより、ウェディングドレスをより身近に感じられる機会を提供し、日常に特別な煌めきをもたらします。
Companies mentioned：冒険社プラコレ、ANTEPRIMA
Yuraris Co., Ltd.'s urine collection support pad, Yuraris, won the top prize at HEAP PITCH STAGE, a pitch contest in the medical and nursing care fields. Its practicality, which directly helps reduce the burden on frontline workers, was highly praised.
Companies mentioned：キャピタルメディカ・ベンチャーズ株式会社
Original横浜市が主催する「横浜ローズウィーク2026」が5月2日（土）から6月2日（火）まで開催されます。山下公園など市内各所のバラ園で見頃を迎え、フラダンスショー、マーケット、コンサートなど多彩なイベントも展開され、横浜ならではのバラの街歩きが楽しめます。
Companies mentioned：横浜市、ガーデンネックレス横浜実行委員会
Cal Co., Ltd. expanded and relocated its Hiroshima Office on February 24, 2026, to meet growing demand for IT talent. The move strengthens its strategic base in the Chugoku and Shikoku region and will accelerate new customer development and recruitment.
Original株式会社TREASURYは、4月29日に開催されるFC大阪 vs 徳島ヴォルティスのJ2・J3百年構想リーグ第13節にMatch Partnerとして参加します。同社は電子契約サービス「Great Sign」を通じて、地域スポーツ支援と地方創生に貢献し、安心できる未来へのサポートを目指しています。
Companies mentioned：FC大阪、徳島ヴォルティス、株式会社ジェーシービー、株式会社クレディセゾン、株式会社DGフィナンシャルテクノロジー
Archosaur Games unveiled Codename: 神不言, an urban fantasy romance adventure built with UE5, to the world for the first time. The next-generation otome game features stunning visuals praised by IGN and a compelling story in which life and death are at stake.
Companies mentioned：Archosaur Games、IGN
The Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum has announced a gallery talk and a Japanese painting workshop as related programs for the “The Road Comes Later” exhibition. It also plans to hold a “Fossil Digging Experience” in summer 2026 and its next special exhibition, “Hirayama Ikuo: Painting Japan—Ancient Capitals, the Four Seasons, and Mountains and Rivers of Prayer,” starting June 19.
Companies mentioned：早稲田大学
A Taiwanese civic organization said that the social costs caused by stray dogs amount to about NT$3.64 billion annually and called on the government to draw up a concrete reduction plan. Traffic accidents, crop damage and attacks on wildlife are serious concerns.
Companies mentioned：農業部動保司、立法院、為野生動物而走行動聯盟、台灣石虎保育協會、台灣野灣野生動物保育協會
Original台湾デジタル発展部（MODA）は、中国の地図アプリ「高德地圖（Amap）」がユーザーの行動パターンを分析し、国家安全保障を脅かすリスクがあると警告した。公的機関での使用を禁止し、5月に詳細な調査結果を公表する。
Companies mentioned：AutoNavi (高德地圖)