Original相続の「最初の一歩」をプロと一緒に踏み出しませんか？｜弁護士による5月の個別相談会を全国3都市で開催【弁護士法人 大地総合法律事務所】
Original弁護士法人大地総合法律事務所は、相続や遺言に関する無料の個別相談会を5月に全国3都市で開催します。連休で家族が集まる機会に、相続の「最初の一歩」を踏み出す支援を弁護士がマンツーマンで行います。
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【Hacoa】Protect your cherished headphones and prevent them from losing their shape. Wooden “Headphone Stand,” designed to meet enthusiasts’ ideals, launches May 1
Wooden design goods brand Hacoa will launch “Headphone Stand,” a wooden stand designed to prevent cherished headphones from losing their shape and keep them beautifully stored, on May 1, 2026. Features include a distinctive arched shape, stability, premium materials and personalization options.
From TOKYO: Apparel brand Déci Couture (デシクチュール) to hold its first Kansai POPUP STORE at 阪急うめだ本店
Apparel brand Déci Couture will hold its first pop-up store in Kansai at 阪急うめだ本店 starting May 6. The event will feature limited-edition products, purchase benefits and the unveiling of the brand’s new collection, as well as profiles of directors Miria Kanemitsu and Tsuki Yamamoto.
Companies mentioned：阪急うめだ本店
Participating companies selected for JETRO booth “Geek Street” at Anime Expo 2026
日本貿易振興機構（JETRO） will set up the “Geek Street” Japan Pavilion at Anime Expo 2026. It will showcase Japanese pop culture to the world and promote networking between participating companies and local industry professionals.
Companies mentioned：日本貿易振興機構（JETRO）、ClaN Entertainment inc.、大日本印刷株式会社、株式会社フクヤ、Minto Inc.、NTT Solmare Corp.、合同会社リグラフィックス
A new era in which hairstylists become “brand owners”: OEMBANK launches design-focused eyelash brand en-gender lash, created by mm. × engender
ONLYPRODUCTS社 has unveiled en-gender lash, a design-focused eyelash brand created through a co-creation project between the brands mm. and engender, in partnership with ROHAS COMPANY社 and SCALE社. The project proposes a new revenue model in which hairstylists and lash artists become brand licensors and build value, aiming to address challenges and create value in the beauty industry.
Companies mentioned：ONLYPRODUCTS株式会社、株式会社ROHAS COMPANY、株式会社SCALE、mm.、engender
New release: Skull Shaver, a shaver made specifically for shaved heads; Palm entry-level model makes self-grooming easy
株式会社Bliss will launch the Skull Shaver Palm PRO MX5 in Japan, a shaver made specifically for shaved heads that combines high performance with an affordable price. As an entry-level model, it offers first-time users a new option for comfortable, professional-quality shaved-head care.
The winning formula for the solar power and battery storage business, fully open to all: Eneko FC launches with a packaged sales model to maximize conversion rates, accelerating entry into renewable energy for newcomers
株式会社えねこ has launched Eneko FC, a franchise business in solar power and battery storage. It offers “9 mechanisms” that enable newcomers to enter the renewable energy market and generate revenue from their first month, and is seeking partner companies nationwide.
Less frustration from umbrellas that are hard to fold: Spatto Shut “remembers how to fold easily”
株式会社小川 has launched a sun-and-rain folding umbrella from its new brand Spatto Shut, designed for easy folding. Its shape-memory fabric and lightweight design reduce the hassle of putting it away and make everyday use more comfortable.
J. F. Oberlin University opens recruitment for the 2nd cohort of its Bridge certification program for inquiry-based learning collaborators, accelerating collaboration between high school teachers and diverse external professionals; activity expense subsidies available
J. F. Oberlin University has opened recruitment for the 2nd cohort of Bridge, a certification program in which high school teachers and diverse external professionals work together to create inquiry-based learning programs. Through 9 months of training and activity expense subsidies, the program aims to improve the quality of high school education and strengthen ties with local communities.
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人三菱みらい育成財団
“The ultimate white”: A white umbrella brand pursuing the essence of value is born
株式会社小川 will launch Shiro no Itadaki, an ultimate white sun-and-rain umbrella brand pursuing essential value, in late April. The lineup includes the Inside Series, which pairs functionality and design using heat-reflective, light-blocking Radi-cool fabric, and the lightweight, portable Outside Series.
Companies mentioned：ラディクールジャパン株式会社
Now open! [NOW/HERE Shinjuku Yotsuya] NOW/HERE Shinjuku Yotsuya, a shared office designed for a comfortable way of working, opens; Reqree株式会社 takes on its operation and management
Reqree株式会社 has been commissioned to provide planning consultancy and operational management for 株式会社サンケイビル’s first shared office, NOW/HERE Shinjuku Yotsuya. Opening in April 2026, the office offers a variety of plans and a comfortable environment designed to combine focus and relaxation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンケイビル、Reqree株式会社
Making world-class real estate agents visible: Agent Connect now supports registration and searches for GREC certification credentials
Agent Connect株式会社 launched a new GREC-accredited agent qualification in April, based on its partnership with the Global Real Estate College (GREC). This will make it easier for users to find real estate agents with global-standard knowledge and a strong sense of ethics.
Companies mentioned：Agent Connect株式会社、国際不動産カレッジ (GREC)、一般社団法人日米不動産協力機構 (JARECO)、全米リアルター協会 (NAR)
株式会社Bashow releases an in-vehicle app using Google Built-in
株式会社Bashow has released its in-vehicle app, Local Voice Guide, to the public using Google Built-in. The in-car version of the Bashow smartphone app provides audio information about points of interest near a user’s location while traveling, and aims to serve as an infrastructure platform for in-vehicle apps.
Companies mentioned：Google、日産、ホンダ
Furniture maker arne launches partitions that can be custom-sized to the ideal dimensions in 1 cm increments
Furniture maker arne will launch its new partition, Partition pin, on April 30, 2026. Custom sizes are available in 1 cm increments. Designed to fit a wide range of spaces, it combines safety and style and meets diverse needs, from individuals to businesses.
Hiroshima Prefecture launches FY Reiwa 8 recruitment for Hiroshima FOOD BATON, a program supporting the creation of businesses that unlock the earning potential of food
Hiroshima Prefecture has opened applications for participating businesses for FY Reiwa 8 of Hiroshima FOOD BATON, its food innovation promotion program, with 合同会社MHDF as the commissioned operator. The program supports new business creation through collaboration between agricultural and fisheries businesses and companies in other sectors, offering subsidies of up to 2.5 million yen and ongoing expert support.
Companies mentioned：合同会社MHDF、広島銀行、Amazon
Giving discarded sake bottle caps new value as a way to forge connections: Aichi’s Watanabe Sake Brewery envisions “relationships that don’t end with a purchase”
Watanabe Sake Brewery, a long-established brewery in Aichi Prefecture, holds an annual customer appreciation festival for which the crown cap from its sake Yasaka no Sake Kotobuki serves as an invitation. The brewery is developing innovative experiential marketing to build deeper relationships with customers that go beyond a simple purchase.
X One’s long-selling Innapp EX skincare series featured in the Chinese edition of ELLE
X One Co., Ltd.’s long-selling skincare product Innapp EX Cleansing Foam MD was featured as a “Beauty Star” recommended item in the April issue of the Chinese edition of the global fashion and beauty magazine ELLE. The series’ Cleansing Cream won a “Beauty Star Award” in the March issue, marking consecutive high-profile recognition.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 エックスワン、ELLE
UtaTen lyrics ranking for April 2026: Project Sekai song “Kokuhaku” takes 1st place; tracks by 米津玄師 and M!LK, plus a popular song by Dannie May, also make the list
UtaTen has announced its monthly lyrics ranking for April 2026. “告白,” a song associated with Project Sekai, took 1st place. Alongside popular artists such as 米津玄師 and M!LK, the ranking included tracks making waves on social media, such as Dannie May’s “未完成婚姻論,” reflecting a range of concurrent trends. The ranking is based on users’ lyric searches and page views.
Companies mentioned：25時、ナイトコードで。、内緒のピアス、HUNTR/X、米津玄師、M!LK、King Gnu、なとり、柿崎ユウタ、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、BUMP OF CHICKEN、Hearts2Hearts、ROSÉ、Bruno Mars、須田景凪、Dannie May、石井一孝、麻生かほ里、クレイジーウォウウォ!!、LonePi、アイナ・ジ・エンド、プロジェクトセカイ カラフルステージ！ feat. 初音ミク
A new Minamiaso specialty: Capsule toy ASO GACHA tops 10,000 units sold and expands to 5 locations after a strong reception, offering travelers the fun of serendipity
ASO GACHA, a community-based capsule toy project in Minamiaso Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, has surpassed cumulative sales of 10,000 units and expanded to 5 locations in the village. Launched by a community development volunteer, the project offers souvenirs unique to Minamiaso under the concept “Travel memories, with a spark of unexpected excitement.”
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人みなみ
Original女子3人制バスケチーム『新宿givers』、世界最大規模のプロリーグ「3x3.EXE PREMIER 2026」に初参戦 ― 運営は創業20周年・全国125院の「こころ整体院グループ」
Original女子3人制バスケットボールチーム『新宿givers』が、創業20周年を迎える「こころ整体院グループ」の運営のもと、世界最大規模のプロリーグ「3x3.EXE PREMIER 2026」に初参戦しました。チームは設立1年で既に実績を重ねており、開幕戦を宇都宮で迎えました。
Companies mentioned：新宿givers、こころ整体院グループ、giversホールディングス株式会社、株式会社givers、PiPi Personal Gym
Originalイントラスト、兵庫県加古川市、東京海上日動が養育費確保支援の新たな取り組み自治体向け『養育費保証』を開始
Originalイントラスト、東京海上日動、兵庫県加古川市が連携し、自治体向け養育費保証モデルを全国に先駆けて加古川市で導入。ひとり親家庭の経済的安定を支援し、子どもの健やかな成長に貢献する新たな取り組みです。
Companies mentioned：株式会社イントラスト、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社、兵庫県加古川市
株式会社キャパ to exhibit at Industrial DX Comprehensive Exhibition 2026 Spring Osaka
株式会社キャパ will exhibit at Industrial DX Comprehensive Exhibition 2026 Spring Osaka, to be held at Intex Osaka from May 20 to 22, 2026. The company will showcase custom development in the CAD, BIM, and CIM fields, web system development using Autodesk Platform Services (APS), and advanced solutions combining AI technologies, supporting DX initiatives in the construction and manufacturing industries.
Companies mentioned：株式会社キャパ、Autodesk
Limited quantity: The “straightforward colors” of a 3-year-old artist on a tin. RANMEISYA SWEETS FACTORY to release the “Egg Do Sha Kohaku Project Collaboration Tin” on May 1
RANMEISYA SWEETS FACTORY, a sweets brand directly operated by 卵明舎 in Tochigi Prefecture, will release a limited-quantity collaboration product, the “Egg Do Sha Kohaku Project Collaboration Tin,” on May 1, created with 3-year-old artist Kohaku. The project connects Kohaku’s passions with society through food and art; Kohaku has Down syndrome.
Companies mentioned：RANMEISYA SWEETS FACTORY、卵明舎
Illumi Medical Inc. completes Series A funding round, raising a total of 550 million yen
Illumi Medical Inc. has completed the 3rd close of its Series A round, raising a total of 550 million yen. The funds will go toward developing products based on light-based medical technology, global strategy, pipeline expansion, and strengthening its workforce, accelerating the implementation of treatments for intractable diseases.
Companies mentioned：NEX-T Tokai Innovation Fund、Prime Partners、東海東京証券、めいぎんベンチャー１号ファンド、名古屋キャピタルパートナーズ、北國銀行、日本政策金融公庫
NUWORKS recognized as a 2026 Outstanding Organization for Health and Productivity Management
OriginalNUWORKS株式会社が経済産業省と日本健康会議が主導する「健康経営優良法人2026（中小規模法人部門）」に認定されました。従業員の健康増進と組織的な健康経営体制が評価されたものです。
Companies mentioned：経済産業省、日本健康会議
New Claude Code training program released—a practical 6-session, 12-hour course covering environment setup, prompt design, MCP integration, and security measures to prepare participants to contribute immediately on development teams
Internet Academy has launched Claude Code training, a new corporate engineering program using Anthropic’s AI coding tool, Claude Code. The program covers everything from environment setup and MCP integration to security measures and team operations design, aiming to address challenges in AI coding in development environments.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic
Limited-time event: The 12th Saga Prefecture feature, following popular demand! Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel’s “Premium Saga Beef Fair”
さが県産品流通デザイン公社 and Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel are partnering to hold the “Premium Saga Beef Fair” at teppanyaki restaurant Sagami from May 1 to May 31, 2026. The limited-time event lets guests enjoy carefully selected ingredients from Saga Prefecture, including Saga beef and squid from Yobuko. It marks the 12th Saga Prefecture feature.
Companies mentioned：横浜ベイシェラトンホテル＆タワーズ、さが県産品流通デザイン公社、佐賀県産業振興機構
Interview practice app “MENREN” launches “In-Depth Interview Mode” today, with AI follow-up questions—experience the pressure of a real interview
株式会社X-HACK has launched “In-Depth Interview Mode” for MENREN, its AI-powered interview practice web app. The feature automatically generates follow-up questions, allowing users to practice interviews under conditions resembling the real thing and receive detailed feedback tailored to their answers.
One in 2 junior and senior high school students wears a uniform on days off: Where do they go in uniform to preserve school memories? The enduring significance of uniforms across generations
株式会社トンボ surveyed junior and senior high school students and their parents about the significance of school uniforms. The survey found that about half of students wear uniforms on days off, often not only for club activities but also for leisure outings to theme parks and shopping malls. Uniforms remain valued across generations as symbols of cherished memories.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トンボ、PRIZMA
Museum exhibition guide app “Pocket Curator” introduced at あいち朝日遺跡ミュージアム
Pocket Curator, a museum guide app developed by Waseda System Development, has been introduced at あいち朝日遺跡ミュージアム. The app was recognized for enhancing exhibition explanations and making it easy to update content while meeting the diverse needs of visitors. It will begin operation on April 30, Reiwa 8.
Companies mentioned：早稲田システム開発株式会社、あいち朝日遺跡ミュージアム
Introducing コガソフトウェア’s health and productivity management initiatives
コガソフトウェア has introduced its health and productivity management initiatives. With the representative director in charge and its promotion office leading the effort, the company carries out health management, events, work-style reforms, and infection prevention measures. It aims to improve employee health and job satisfaction and extend these benefits across the industry.
Companies mentioned：アクサ生命保険
[健康経営研究会 × コガソフトウェア] コガソフトウェア to speak at the 12th Health and Productivity Management Support Study Group webinar, “Health and Productivity Management Businesses Supporting Workplaces That Take Gender and Age Differences into Consideration”
コガソフトウェア will speak at a webinar hosted by 健康経営研究会 as a company recognized as an Outstanding Organization for Health and Productivity Management for 7 consecutive years. It will report on the results of its AI-powered “Re-Work Fitness Program” business and discuss health and productivity management services that support workplaces attentive to age and gender differences.
Companies mentioned：健康経営研究会、EIM Japan、株式会社ビゼル、株式会社ルネサンス、MenLab株式会社
GOLVI HOUSE Sapporo to hold “GOLVI HOUSE 1st ANNIVERSARY” to mark its 1st anniversary
Golf apparel select shop GOLVI HOUSE Sapporo will hold “GOLVI HOUSE 1st ANNIVERSARY” from May 9 to 17, 2026, to mark its 1st anniversary. Offers based on purchase amount and a prize drawing will be available during the event, which will feature brands including Malbon Golf and ESQUISEGOLF.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビヨンドプロパティーズ、Malbon Golf、ESQUISEGOLF
From simple to distinctive, for a wide range of team styles! Volleyball apparel brand “MILEGRA” begins sales of its 2026 designs
Volleyball apparel brand MILEGRA has added 10 new designs for sublimated shirts, pants, and warm-up tops. Catering to a wide range of team styles, from simple to distinctive, the brand offers high-quality, affordable custom uniforms approved by the Japan Volleyball Association.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フラスコ１００ｃｃ
Recruitment support service “Plex Job,” specializing in essential workers, surpasses 2 million registered users and 60,000 business locations
Plex Job, a recruitment support service for essential workers operated by 株式会社プレックス, has surpassed 2 million registered users and 60,000 business locations in the 7 years since its launch. Its success is attributed to industry specialization, eliminating mismatches, and improving matching through generative AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社プレックス、アサヒロジスティクス株式会社、三和交通株式会社
Will “I’ll use it someday” never happen? Survey on oversized items in living rooms: 30% have given up and use them as drying racks or storage, while 10% are forced to navigate their homes sideways
Monita, a consumer-participation media platform operated by 株式会社HADO, surveyed how large products are crowding living spaces. It reported that 30% have become drying racks or storage, while 10% of respondents are forced to walk sideways. The psychological barrier to discarding these costly items is lowering quality of life.
Companies mentioned：株式会社HADO、ジョンソン
Survey of personal assets among adult men: About 30% of analytical seniors say they have “10 million yen or more”! Analysis of the relationship between personality traits and asset building
Propally株式会社 surveyed 2,430 adult men nationwide on the impact of personal personality traits on asset building. The survey found that about 30% of theory-oriented seniors hold assets of 10 million yen or more, revealing a relationship between personality traits and asset building.
Companies mentioned：Propally株式会社、Knowns 消費者リサーチ、シナジーマーケティング株式会社
Buycle Kawasaki Asao store to launch Buddhist altar fittings and crafts purchasing campaign on May 1, responding to demand for decluttering after moving and Golden Week
Buycle Kawasaki Asao, a home-visit purchasing service, will launch a campaign to buy Buddhist altar fittings and crafts on May 1. In response to demand for decluttering after moving and Golden Week, it will assess material and artistic value while taking family memories and religious beliefs into consideration.
For those considering land use or apartment management: Open-house tours of a completed apartment building in the Minami-Ikebukuro area on May 21 and 22｜New visitors receive an Amazon gift!
株式会社セレ コーポレーション will hold an open-house event at a completed apartment building in Minami-Ikebukuro on May 21 and 22. Visitors can experience its original spatial designs, “Feel Type” and “Fusion Type,” a red-brick-style exterior, and specifications for “Tokyo Zero Emission Housing.” Consultations on land use and apartment management will also be available.
An event organized by certified NPO AYA has reached a total of 200 sessions, offering experiences such as movie screenings to children requiring medical care, children with disabilities and children with serious illnesses, and their families.
Certified NPO AYA has held a total of 200 events offering experiences such as movie screenings to children requiring medical care, children with disabilities and their families. The milestone came about 4 years and 3 months after the organization began activities in January 2022. Representative Director Yuki Nakagawa says the organization aims to address “experience disparities” and “update society as a whole.”
4-day-only Golden Week sale! The ultimate Pokémon GO device, “Rocket Balloon,” makes a surprise appearance in the Amazon Smile Sale! Take on Golden Week with easy auto-catching!
ONO貿易株式会社 will offer its “Rocket Balloon” auto-catching device for Pokémon GO® at a special price for 4 days during the Amazon Smile Sale. Timed to coincide with Golden Week and Pokémon GO’s 10th anniversary event, the sale aims to provide users with a more efficient gaming experience.
Companies mentioned：ONO貿易株式会社、Brook Gaming、ゼロプラス・テクノロジー社、Amazon
Abu Dhabi real estate briefing: Government-backed developer MODON visits Japan; limited event at Hilton Tokyo on May 8 and 9 (free admission)
Abu Dhabi real estate brokerage Baitex is bringing MODON社, a government-backed developer, to Japan to hold a free Abu Dhabi property sales briefing at Hilton Tokyo on May 8 and 9. The event will introduce the latest trends and popular properties in the Abu Dhabi market, which is attracting global attention, and offer a special opportunity for investors.
Companies mentioned：MODON社
To mark the launch of the latest version: 3rd Amazon Smile Sale! “ARmate,” the definitive AR gaming support tool compatible with Pokémon GO, offers “ultimate freedom” with coverage of up to 17km! Take on Golden Week with fully automated support.
ONO貿易株式会社 will launch a new package version of “ARmate,” a support tool for AR games such as Pokémon GO, in April 2026. To mark the launch, it will be offered at a special price for 4 days during the 3rd Amazon Smile Sale. Wide-area coverage of up to 17km and smart roaming improve the AR gaming experience.
Companies mentioned：Brook Gaming、Amazon
New from 3CE: Triangle Tint! Bouncy shine, an oil tint with a glossy finish. A clear oil film locks in color and shine.
Seoul-based makeup brand “3CE” will launch its “3CE Gummy Oil Tint” in all 9 shades first on June 1, 2026, followed by a nationwide launch on June 13. Formulated with four types of beauty oils to keep skin moisturized, it also features a distinctive triangular package.
Companies mentioned：3CE、ロレアルグループ、STYLENANDA
Yoitoki proposes personalized ways to meet people based on data on romantic tendencies across 16 personality types, using psychological statistics.
Yoitoki has published a research report proposing personalized ways to meet people using data on romantic tendencies across 16 personality types, based on psychological statistics. Rather than matching people by conventional criteria, the approach emphasizes compatibility on a personal level and aims to address the social challenge of maintaining long-term relationships.
Companies mentioned：Yoitoki、ヒトオシ
24-hour car-sharing LCC rental service “All Time Rent-a-Car” surpasses 35,000 members
The membership of “All Time Rent-a-Car,” a car-sharing LCC rental service operated by バリュートープ株式会社, has surpassed 35,000. Launched in November 2020, the service has expanded into major central-city areas and aims to build new transportation infrastructure based on digital technology.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イード、株式会社ジゴワッツ、株式会社スマートバリュー
Internships that deepen self-understanding: More than 70 correspondence high school interns ＜プレマシード＞
プレマシード launched an internship program for correspondence high school students and graduates in August 2024, and participation had exceeded 70 by April 2026. The program aims to deepen self-understanding and encourage participants to thrive in society.
モノクローム launches “Roof–1e,” an integrated rooftop solar panel, with a new model focused on balancing design and price
モノクローム社 will begin selling “Roof–1e,” an integrated rooftop solar panel focused on balancing design and price, in April 2026. About 30% cheaper than the previous model, it is priced in the same range as conventional rack-mounted systems, offering a new option for solar panel installation.
Reiwa 7 fiscal year results: AiCAN, which supports responses to child abuse, expands to 58 sites across local governments nationwide
株式会社AiCAN, which uses AI to support responses to child abuse, has released its fiscal 2025 results. Its services have expanded to 58 sites in 17 municipalities nationwide, reaching about 1.68 million children. Local governments using the service have given it high marks for improving work processes and psychological safety.
Progress on initiatives to create new businesses
東光高岳 announced that it will implement two specific initiatives to create new businesses starting in June 2026. The company will strengthen the structure of its Future Co-Creation Promotion Department, which leads new business development across the company, and establish a Digital Grid Business Project to accelerate commercialization of digital technologies in the power infrastructure field. The initiatives are part of a strategy to respond to transformation in the energy sector and pursue sustainable growth.
5 steps to uncover “hero products” that generate 99% of sales! Free guide reveals how to build a self-sustaining food e-commerce business, starting with product design
株式会社GOAT has released a free guide for food e-commerce businesses on identifying “hero products” that account for 99% of sales and building a self-sustaining sales structure through product design. It lays out 5 steps to systematically maximize product value without relying on advertising.
Asia-born festival fusing design and business, “SYNC Design & Innovation in SITE 2026,” set to take place in Bangkok, Thailand
株式会社フォーデジット, 株式会社日経BP and タイ国家イノベーション庁（NIA） will hold “SYNC Design & Innovation in SITE 2026,” a festival of design and innovation, in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 26, 2026. The event will be held as a special program within “SITE 2026,” organized by タイ国家イノベーション庁（NIA）, bringing together businesspeople and designers from across Asia to discuss innovation born from the fusion of design and business.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フォーデジット、株式会社日経BP、タイ国家イノベーション庁（NIA）、NOSIGNER、good design company、マザーハウス、クリエイティブ・エコノミー・エージェンシー（CEA）、株式会社ワイズコネクション、株式会社J-WAVE、iDID
Original【働き方の選択調査】5割超が「実力主義」を希望！価値観の異なる社員が、人事評価に共通して求めること
A survey by Professional Studio found that more than half of company employees in Japan prefer merit-based evaluation, surpassing those who favor seniority-based evaluation. It also found that employees commonly seek transparent evaluation criteria in performance reviews.
Companies mentioned：Professional Studio株式会社、株式会社ジャストシステム
Original【6月23日(火)】ウェビナー「サステナビリティと企業価値の「シナジー」のつくりかた -先行事例や投資家の視点を基に-(後編)」を開催
OriginalLively合同会社は、2026年6月23日にウェビナー「サステナビリティと企業価値の『シナジー』のつくりかた(後編)」を無料開催。先行事例や投資家の視点から、サステナビリティと企業価値の連携による「シナジー」創出方法や開示論点を解説する。
Luxury vacation rentals “今昔荘” begin free shuttle service to USJ from 6 properties in the Tempozan area!
Luxury vacation rental brand “今昔荘” has launched a free shuttle service to USJ from 6 properties in the Tempozan area and will run a free-stay and promotional campaign to mark the launch. The service is intended to ease the stress of travel to USJ for families.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファンバウンド、USJ
Survey on menstrual pain and gynecological conditions among female university students in their 20s finds about 1 in 2 have never visited a gynecologist despite experiencing menstrual pain
クレアージュ東京 レディースドッククリニック surveyed 200 female university students in their 20s about menstrual pain and gynecological conditions. It found that about half had experienced menstrual pain but had never visited a gynecologist, and that awareness of the risk of underlying conditions was also low.
Launch of “original aprons” that turn supplies once considered an “expense” into “sales”! 【オリジナルグッズドットコム】
「オリジナルグッズドットコム」, operated by 株式会社トランス, has launched an “Original Apron Creation Service” that turns store supplies into retail products for small businesses such as restaurants. The service helps businesses turn supplies previously treated as expenses into sales and create new revenue streams.
Alpaca steps up European expansion with acquisition of WealthKernel
Alpaca, which provides securities APIs, has acquired European fintech company WealthKernel, marking its full-scale entry into the European market and the launch of European stock trading services. The move strengthens its efforts to build a global investment platform.
Companies mentioned：AlpacaDB Inc.、WealthKernel、Alpaca Europe、BNPパリバ、Opera Tech Ventures、ドイツ証券取引所、ユーロネクスト、ロンドン証券取引所
Industrial machinery rental company レント opens new Ichinomiya sales office, improving convenience across the Tokai region
株式会社レント, a provider of comprehensive industrial and construction machinery rentals, announced that it will open an Ichinomiya sales office in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, on June 1, 2026, to expand its business in the Tokai region. The office will serve as a flagship location for the area and improve convenience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社レント
“Enjoy an E-BIKE experience by the open sea”: MOBIPARK to hold test-ride event at “AOTOSORA” market during Hamamatsu beach culture event 「濤祭」
MOBIPARK will exhibit E-BIKES and hold a test-ride event at the “AOTOSORA” market during the beach culture event 「濤祭」 in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. Visitors can try a total of 5 models from ITALMOTO and APE RYDER, which are being introduced in Japan for the first time.
Companies mentioned：MJ-GROUP
[May 27 (Wed.) and June 3 (Wed.)] Fujitecom to hold free online seminar, “Transforming the Field: Practical DX for Water Pipeline Networks”
Fujitecom will hold free online seminars on May 27 and June 3 on leakage management using DX, addressing challenges facing water utilities such as labor shortages and aging pipeline networks.
Japan men’s blind football national team players share post-tournament comments — Daicel Blind Soccer Week 2026 in Umekita
NPO法人日本ブラインドサッカー協会 has published post-tournament comments from members of Japan’s national team at the IBSA Blind Football Men’s Asian Championship 2026, held during “Daicel Blind Soccer Week 2026 in Umekita.” The team finished as runner-up and expressed eagerness for the next opportunity to qualify for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人日本ブラインドサッカー協会、株式会社ダイセル
Make the most of urban sports at a popular Yokohama destination! “Cross Sports Park in BRANCH Yokohama Nanbu Market” set for May 9 and 10, 2026
株式会社MoveX will hold “Cross Sports Park,” an urban sports experience event, at BRANCH Yokohama Nanbu Market on May 9 and 10, 2026. Visitors can try a range of urban sports, including parkour and BMX, in 2 days of activities for everyone from children to adults.
Subsidy Flash survey: Considering capital investment? A subsidy covering labor costs launches this week
The AI search service 「補助金フラッシュ」 reviewed 193 subsidies whose applications opened from April 19 to 25, 2026. Among them, 18 subsidies cover labor costs in addition to capital investment, offering small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors an opportunity to reduce expenses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Franca AI
Seminar to cover the fundamentals of chemical management through real-world chemical accident cases
アイアール技術者教育研究所 will hold an online seminar examining the causes of chemical accidents and how to prevent them through real-world cases. The program offers systematic instruction in the fundamentals of chemical management, relevant laws and regulations, and workplace precautions, and is intended for a wide range of people who handle chemicals.
Companies mentioned：山本技術士・気象予報士事務所、日本アイアール株式会社
[2026 latest edition] We asked current high school girls: Which camera apps do they really use? High school girls’ selfies are no longer about “face correction” but “playing with avatars”
女子高生ラボ has announced the results of a survey on camera app use among high school girls. The findings show that BeautyPlus commands an overwhelming share and that selfie trends are shifting from face correction to transforming into characters.
Companies mentioned：株式会社with t、女子高生ラボ
Students from 渋谷女子インターナショナルスクール participate in developing SBイノベンチャー株式会社's voice-based social media app day, gaining hands-on experience from sticker design to social media promotion
2 students from 渋谷女子インターナショナルスクール took part in developing SB Innoventure’s voice-based social networking app “day.” They gained hands-on experience in product development and social media marketing by working on sticker designs and TikTok promotions. The service “day” is scheduled to end on May 31, 2026.
Companies mentioned：SBイノベンチャー株式会社、渋谷女子インターナショナルスクール、ソフトバンクニュース
Exhibiting at “E-Commerce Fair Osaka 2026”
株式会社REGALI will exhibit at “E-Commerce Fair Osaka 2026,” taking place at MyDome Osaka from May 27, 2026, and will unveil for the first time its integrated platform for e-commerce, “LEEEP,” and a new service under development.
Companies mentioned：インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社
“ルル メリー” to be sold for a limited time in Osaka and Nagoya from May 6 (Tuesday)
メリーチョコレートカムパニー brand “ルル メリー” will begin limited-time sales in Osaka and Nagoya on May 6, 2026. Products normally available only in Tokyo will be offered for Golden Week and as Mother’s Day gifts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メリーチョコレートカムパニー、阪急うめだ本店、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ
The biggest barrier to hiring foreign workers is “communication in Japanese” — survey examines workplace realities and candid views
A joint survey by 株式会社NINAITE and 未知株式会社 found that about 80% of companies in Japan feel they are short of workers, while 60% have experience hiring foreign workers. The biggest challenge is “communication in Japanese,” a concern for 70.4% of companies.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NINAITE、未知株式会社
Is agricultural labor shortage due not to “lack of interest” but “lack of contact”? 93% of job fair attendees are considering work in agriculture
AgriMedia, operator of the agriculture-focused job service 「あぐりナビ」, held job fairs in 5 cities across Japan. 93% of attendees are considering working in agriculture, suggesting that the labor shortage is caused by a “lack of contact.” The company plans to continue holding events.
株式会社羅針盤 joins the Japan Vacation Rental Association to promote a healthy accommodation industry and responsible operations rooted in local communities.
佐々木文人, president and representative director of 株式会社羅針盤, became a director of the Japan Vacation Rental Association (JAVR) on April 20, 2026. 羅針盤 provides “COMPASS STAY,” a service for managing vacation rentals and unmanned hotels. Through the appointment, the company aims to strengthen cooperation with government and local communities, promote the sustainable development of Japan’s tourism industry, and establish accommodation models that coexist with local communities.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 住宅宿泊協会（JAVR）、株式会社損害保険ジャパン、ボストン・コンサルティング・グループ（BCG）、株式会社ノットワールド
Original残りわずか！フォーミュラE、2026 TDK Tokyo E-Prixのチケット一般販売を5月1日（金）10:00より開始
General ticket sales for the 2026 TDK Tokyo E-Prix will begin on May 1 at 10 a.m. through イープラス. This year’s event will feature its first night race, along with a range of grandstand options, activities at the “FORMULA E x TOKYO GX ACTION FAN VILLAGE,” and EMOTION CLUB tickets. Popular seats are running low, so early purchase is recommended.
Companies mentioned：イープラス、TDK、日産自動車、ヤマハ発動機
Construction of Hiroshima Prefecture’s first Takeda-style kofun tomb to begin — 廣瀬神社 to conduct the rites, with a groundbreaking ceremony at Memorial Park Kanon Shinmachi. Completion is planned for around December this year.
株式会社前方後円墳 has begun construction of Hiroshima Prefecture’s first Takeda-style kofun tomb at Memorial Park Kanon Shinmachi. 廣瀬神社 will conduct the rites, and completion is planned for around December. The tomb will provide perpetual memorial care to meet modern needs.
Companies mentioned：廣瀬神社
“CookieRun: OvenBreak” update: “SEASON 11! 石塩寺 修羅の道!”
Originalデヴシスターズは、モバイルランニングゲーム『クッキーラン：オーブンブレイク』で「SEASON 11! 石塩寺 修羅の道!」アップデートを実施しました。新レジェンドクッキー「岩塩拳甲クッキー」の登場や、黒魔教を制圧する新タイトルモード、農心のスナック菓子「セウカン」とのコラボレーションなど、新コンテンツが多数追加されます。
Companies mentioned：デヴシスターズ(株)、農心
[Remake in 41 years] “ROUTE16R” set for release on August 6, 2026; all previous “Route 16” series titles are also returning!
SUNSOFT, the game brand of サン電子, announced that its new title “ROUTE16R,” a remake 41 years in the making, will be released on August 6, 2026. “ROUTE16 COLLECTION,” which includes previous titles, will also be released, relaunching the series.
【ジャンクガレッジ×松屋】The 2nd Uma-Toma collaboration! “Uma-Toma Hamburg Steak” finally joins mazemen in a forbidden fusion! Advance sales begin at 3 limited locations on April 30 (Thursday)
Matsufuji Foods, which operates the ramen chain ジャンクガレッジ, will begin advance sales at select locations on April 30, 2026, of “Uma-Toma Hamburg Steak Mazemen,” the 2nd collaboration product featuring 松屋’s popular “Uma-Toma Hamburg Steak.” The new dish combines 松屋’s Uma-Toma Hamburg Steak with ジャンクガレッジ’s mazemen and comes with a thick hamburger steak.
Companies mentioned：株式会社松屋フーズ、株式会社松富士食品、松屋、ジャンクガレッジ、六厘舎、舎鈴、東京つけめん 久臨、タンメン トナリ、次念序
“Appointment-only consultations” in various specialties launch on the online veterinary care app “Pet Doctor”!
Pet Doctor, an online veterinary care app operated by 株式会社ノーススター, has launched appointment-only online consultations with veterinarians specializing in different fields. The service meets pet owners’ need to see specialists and reduces the burden of clinic visits.
From Aomori Prefecture | Care technology is about to become the “ultimate partner”
株式会社TRAPE provided productivity improvement support at 3 care facilities in Aomori Prefecture, demonstrating the importance of “dialogue and preparation” before introducing technology. The initiative not only improved work efficiency but also increased staff job satisfaction and fostered an autonomous organizational culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TRAPE、あおもり介護生産性向上相談センター、社会福祉法人青森県社会福祉協議会
Blind spots in the 2026 logistics challenge: “External Inventory DX Package” launches April 30 to support suppliers struggling with major companies’ requests to submit inventory data
株式会社日本パープル will launch its “External Inventory DX Package” for small and midsize companies on April 30, in response to the “2026 logistics challenge” accompanying the April 2026 enforcement of the “Revised Act on Improving Logistics Efficiency.” It enables inventory data sharing at zero initial cost and helps companies respond to data submission requests from large companies.
Real estate technology company TRUSTART launches practical training program to acquire real estate research skills in a short period
Real estate technology company TRUSTART has launched a practical training program for people with no experience in real estate research. The program has also been adopted by major developers and aims to help participants quickly acquire skills in government office and on-site research, easing the training burden on staff and helping new hires become productive sooner.
Companies mentioned：TRUSTART株式会社、野村不動産株式会社
Chiikawa’s first cruise collaboration! “A Relaxing Cruise with Chiikawa” launches
商船三井さんふらわあ is teaming up with popular character Chiikawa to hold “A Relaxing Cruise with Chiikawa” from August 6, 2026. In collaboration with the film “Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island,” the campaign lets passengers experience the world of the story on a cruise.
Companies mentioned：株式会社商船三井さんふらわあ、CygamesPictures、「映画ちいかわ」製作委員会
Shaula, the star keeper of the Pleiades Watchtower, arrives as an imposing 1/7-scale figure!
株式会社デザインココ has begun accepting preorders on its online store “COCO Store” for a 1/7-scale figure of Shaula from the popular anime “Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World.” Preorders run from April 30 to July 28, 2026, and the figure is scheduled for release in April 2027.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
【Former Japan women’s national volleyball team member Miyu Nagaoka named ambassador!】“Healthy exercise for parents and children” launches to help Japan. Special Mother’s Day gift website also unveiled
株式会社ホットアルバム炭酸泉タブレット has named former Japan women’s national volleyball team member Miyu Nagaoka as its brand ambassador. Nagaoka practices “NUCSS,” a healthy bathing method that uses no soap or shampoo, and has experienced improvements in her own health as well as her mother’s recovery. Drawing on this moving experience, the company aims to spread new bathing habits throughout Japan as a nationwide movement to help parents and children protect their health.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホットアルバム炭酸泉タブレット
“President, Please!” × “Cells at Work! BLACK” collaboration event begins April 30 (Thursday)!
IYAGAMES will hold a collaboration event with the TV anime “Cells at Work! BLACK” in its smartphone business management simulation game “President, Please!” starting April 30, 2026. Limited-edition characters, secretaries and vehicles will appear, alongside a social media campaign.
Companies mentioned：IYAGAMES
“Buldak Mart” comes to KCON JAPAN 2026! Booth recreates a convenience store in Seoul’s Hangang area, with tastings of a new Buldak stir-fried noodle product
三養ジャパン will exhibit “Buldak Mart” at “KCON JAPAN 2026,” with a booth recreating a convenience store in Seoul’s Hangang area. Activities will include advance tastings of the new “Swicy Buldak Stir-Fried Noodles,” sales of limited-edition sets and samples of popular products.
Companies mentioned：株式会社三養ジャパン、CJ ENM
Public display of an early grand piano made by 日本楽器製造株式会社 resumes on May 1 (Friday)!
Repairs have been completed on an early grand piano made by 日本楽器製造株式会社, a Minato City-designated tangible cultural property. Public display will resume at the Minato City Local History Museum on May 1.
Companies mentioned：ヤマハ株式会社、東京藝術大学大学院文化財保存学保存修復工芸研究室
Originalこころのカンパニーがベネッセシニアサポートと業務提携し、「おひさぽ」を提供
こころのカンパニー has partnered with ベネッセシニアサポート to launch “Ohisapo,” a service for older adults providing safety monitoring, guarantor services and asset management. Aiming to address challenges in a super-aged society, the service offers security and peace of mind to older adults without family members they can rely on.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベネッセシニアサポート、ベネッセスタイルケアグループ、トリニティ・テクノロジー株式会社
Sigma BF wins Red Dot: Best of the Best at the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026
株式会社シグマ’s Sigma BF full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera has won the top award, “Red Dot: Best of the Best,” at the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026. This marks the company’s 3rd win for a digital camera product, recognizing its pioneering design and exceptional quality.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シグマ、ノルトライン・ヴェストファーレン・デザインセンター
【パーソルダイバース】Free seminar on using 厚生労働省’s “Consultation and Support Program for Disability Employment” to explain the latest trends and support case studies in disability employment
パーソルダイバース will hold a free seminar on using 厚生労働省’s “Consultation and Support Program for Disability Employment.” Drawing on its expertise as a special subsidiary and track record supporting companies, the seminar will explain the latest trends and successful case studies in disability employment and support efforts to promote hiring.
Companies mentioned：厚生労働省、パーソルグループ
Minamisanriku Tourism Association completely revamps its educational travel website, relaunching it as a business site for companies, local governments and visiting groups
The Minamisanriku Tourism Association has completely revamped its educational travel website and launched a new site on April 28, 2026, with enhanced services for businesses and organizations. It offers programs tailored to diverse needs, including corporate training, local government training, groups of international visitors and inquiry-based learning at private schools, with the aim of enhancing regional value and fostering a population with ties to the area.
More outstanding gourmet offerings in the second half of the event! “THE TIME, & O-meza Gourmet Festa” runs at Oita トキハ本店 through May 6 (Wednesday)!
“THE TIME, & O-meza Gourmet Festa,” a food and regional products fair planned by TBSグロウディア, is running at Oita トキハ本店 through May 6. More than 90 popular food vendors from across Japan are participating, with 28 making their first appearance. Many noteworthy items will also be featured in the second half of the event.
Companies mentioned：TBSグロウディア、トキハ本店、ツキトワ、北極星、小江戸川越 芋福堂、吉祥寺さとう、TBS、OBS大分放送
Kinko’s sets up at 98 events focused on regional collaboration, creating value through on-site product use
キンコーズ・ジャパン sharply increased its participation in regional and corporate events to 98 in fiscal 2025, using and testing its own products. With a focus on regional collaboration, the company is promoting value creation and social contribution through events.
【Post-checkup PDCA】Launch of an improvement program that stratifies people at risk of high blood sugar into 3 levels and integrates intervention implementation with outcome checks
フラクタルワークアウト株式会社 has launched an improvement program that stratifies people at risk of high blood sugar after health checkups into 3 levels and integrates intervention implementation with outcome checks. The program aims to help companies manage employee health through the PDCA cycle and make costs and results visible.
ShareShima to exhibit in a joint booth at “ifia / HFE JAPAN 2026”
OriginalICS-net株式会社が運営する食品開発WEBプラットフォーム「シェアシマ」が、2026年5月27日から29日に東京ビッグサイトで開催される「ifia／HFE JAPAN 2026」に合同ブースを出展します。SARAH、ドリームフィールドなど5社と共同出展し、食品業界関係者との交流を促進します。
Companies mentioned：株式会社SARAH、株式会社ドリームフィールド、AskDoctors総研、エムスリー株式会社、株式会社for Crafts、株式会社宝島ジャパン
Enjoy ideal coolness all night long. NELL launches 2 upgraded summer “cooling” bedding products featuring PCM material, a technology used in spacesuits, on April 30 (Thursday)
株式会社Morght, operator of the NELL sleep brand, will launch 2 summer bedding products featuring PCM material, a technology used in spacesuits: the NELL Cooling Lay-Down Mattress Pad and the NELL Cooling Lightweight Comforter, on April 30. The products are being offered as an investment in quality sleep ahead of the summer of 2026, when extreme heat and soaring utility costs are expected.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Morght
The “extremely spicy hot pot” that requires a consent form returns this year: Akakara’s “Extreme Spicy Fair,” famed for its agonizing heat, starts May 19!
Akakara, a hot pot restaurant chain operated by Kora Corporation, will hold its “Extreme Spicy Fair” starting May 19, 2026. The Akakara Extreme Spicy Hot Pot, which requires a consent form, returns this year, along with an expanded side-menu selection. Customers who order all 6 eligible menu items during the promotion will receive an original T-shirt.
[Online, May 13] SchoolTakt to hold a seminar helping teachers overcome concerns about “GIGA opening” and supporting new first-graders as they start using tablets
SchoolTakt, a classroom support cloud service from 株式会社コードタクト, will hold an online seminar on May 13, 2026, to help new first-graders begin using tablets. The seminar will address teachers’ concerns about “GIGA opening” and support their first steps in using ICT.
Stay cool and enjoy outdoor sports at the foot of Mt. Fuji! Fujiten Resort’s 2026 green season opens May 2 (Saturday), with plenty of activities for children and adults! A ski resort in Narusawa Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, where you can enjoy summer, too!
Fujiten Resort will begin its green season on May 2, 2026, offering a range of outdoor activities, including mountain biking and mountain carts. New courses and fully equipped sets for beginners have also been introduced, with activities for everyone from children to adults.
Companies mentioned：富士観光開発株式会社
[Cuts hair-dryer time by 27.2%] The toridori Group launches TIORA, a beauty towel brand made with patented twisted yarn, on April 30 (Thursday), 2026
株式会社GIVIN, part of the toridori Group, will launch TIORA, a new beauty towel brand combining patented twisted yarn with Imabari Towel certification, on April 30, 2026. The hair-care item has been verified in 3 areas, including a 27.2% reduction in hair-dryer time.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トリドリ、株式会社GIVIN、一般財団法人カケンテストセンター、株式会社SOUKEN