https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 844 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 35 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/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269908Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269907Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWooden 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269906Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESApparel 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269905Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269904Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESONLYPRODUCTS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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269903Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269902Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269901Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269900Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJ. 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269899Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269898Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESReqree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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269897Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAgent 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269896Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269895Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFurniture 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269894Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHiroshima 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269893Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWatanabe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269892Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESX 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269891Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUtaTen 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269890Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESASO 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.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269889https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269889Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269888https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269888Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269887https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269887Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269886Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRANMEISYA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269885Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIllumi 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269884Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNUWORKS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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269883Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESInternet 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269882Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269881Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269880Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269879Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPocket 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269878Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269877Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269876Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGolf 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269875Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVolleyball 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269874Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPlex 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269873Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMonita, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269872Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPropally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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269871Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBuycle 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269870Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269869Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCertified 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.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269868Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESONO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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269867Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAbu 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269866Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESONO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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269865https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269865Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSeoul-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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269864https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269864Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYoitoki 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269863https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269863Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269862Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269861Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269860Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269859Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269858Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269857Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269856Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269855https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269855Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLively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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269854Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLuxury 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269853Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269852https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269852Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES「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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269851https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269851Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAlpaca, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269850https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269850Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269849https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269849Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMOBIPARK 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269848https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269848Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFujitecom 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269847Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269846https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269846Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269845https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269845Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269844Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269843Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269842Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES2 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269841https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269841Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269840https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269840Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269839https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269839Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269838Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAgriMedia, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269837Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269836Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGeneral 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269835Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269834https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269834Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269833Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSUNSOFT, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269832Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMatsufuji 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269831Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPet 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269830Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269829Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269828Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESReal 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269827Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269826Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269825Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269824https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269824Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIYAGAMES 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269823Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269822Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRepairs 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269821Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269820Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269819Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269818Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269817Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269816Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269815Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269814Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESICS-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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269813Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269812Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAkakara, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269811Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSchoolTakt, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269810Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFujiten 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-09/index-en-p5.html#n269809Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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.