https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 611 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 85 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/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273317Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:14:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイラト株式会社 has begun research and development of AI technology to support prostate cancer radiotherapy planning, jointly with Singapore’s AARO. By combining AARO’s clinical expertise with アイラト’s AI technology, the project aims to build an AI model tailored to medical practice in Singapore and improve the quality of radiotherapy across Asia. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273318Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:12:47 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊中市が介護現場のDX導入を支援する伴走支援事業を開始。デジタル技術による業務効率化と質の向上を目指し、株式会社TRAPEがICT導入や人材育成で介護保険施設等を支援する。事業期間は令和8年4月28日から令和10年3月31日まで。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273319Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:12:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESHighlite inc. has launched “Quartz Setup,” a hands-on program that embeds the “decision-making standards” and “design capabilities” essential to brand management in the AI era into organizations. As generative AI spreads and we enter an era when anyone can “create,” the program helps teams work autonomously while maintaining brand consistency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273320Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESアンダーアーマーは、「BMW日本ゴルフツアー選手権 森ビルカップ」への協賛を記念し、5月1日から24日まで特別観戦チケットが当たるキャンペーンを実施します。対象店舗でアンダーアーマー製品を購入すると、購入金額に応じてVIPラウンジ観戦券や1日観戦チケットが抽選でプレゼントされます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273327Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of new employees in 2026 found that SNS was by far the most common way respondents first learned about products (49.9%), while comparing and organizing information with AI (28.3%) surpassed SNS reviews as the deciding factor in purchases. The findings show that AI plays a supporting role in information gathering but an important one in decision-making. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273326Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ZEAL will hold the grand opening of ZEAL BOXING FITNESS Tsujido Nishikaigan on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Preview sessions begin May 9, with limited-time offers including free trial sessions, a waived enrollment fee and 10% off monthly fees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273325Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ZEAL will open ZEAL BOXING FITNESS Togoshi Koen on May 24, 2026. Free trial sessions will be available from May 10. The boxing fitness studio offers a beginner-friendly, no-equipment-needed experience and aims to promote local residents’ health and help them build exercise habits that fit their lifestyles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273324Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFigure skater Yuma Kagiyama, who won silver at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, will visit the governor of Kanagawa Prefecture. The visit will take place at the prefectural government office on May 13, with the governor and the speaker of the prefectural assembly in attendance. Media coverage is welcome, and time for interviews will be provided after a commemorative photo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273323Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKanagawa Prefecture will hold a joint event on May 30 and 31 with “Kanagawa Performers’ Open Zone 2026” and “tvk Kanagawa MIRAI Street 2026,” organized by tvk. The event aims to promote local culture and interaction, and will include a public opening of the prefectural government’s main building and a piano concert by Mari Kumamoto, Magcul ambassador and pianist. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273322Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of efforts to promote rugby since the 2019 Rugby World Cup Japan tournament, Kanagawa Prefecture will light up the main prefectural government building in green, the team color of local club 三菱重工相模原ダイナボアーズ, to support its final home game of the season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273321Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Institute of Planning (JPI) will hold a seminar on May 21, 2026, featuring Takahiko Nagai of 厚生労働省, on the overview of the Act on the Safety of Regenerative Medicine and the latest developments. The seminar will explain key points of the legislation, which aims to expedite the provision of regenerative medicine while ensuring safety, as well as practical considerations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273328Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:08:26 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クリエイターズネクスト held a press conference and special preview event in Nishikawa, Yamagata Prefecture, for its regional revitalization project, “ARG × immersive mystery: The Great Detective Who Lost His Memory.” The project aims to use entertainment to draw visitors to Nishikawa’s local attractions, and more than 10,000 people have already taken part in the online ARG. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273329Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:06:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe independent professional baseball league Route-Inn BC League began selling advance tickets on April 29 for the “ルートインホテルズ presents BC League All-Star Game 2026.” Events including fireworks and food trucks are also planned. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273330Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:06:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワーの「サザンタワーダイニング」が、旬のフルーツを2種組み合わせた「Ｗフルーツかき氷」シリーズを開始。第一弾として「メロン×さくらんぼ Ｗフルーツかき氷」を5月1日より提供。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273331Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:06:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES溜池山王の発酵レストラン「ウマミタクラミ」が、フェアトレード月間に合わせ、人気メニュー「牛丼」をコーヒー粉で深化させた『フェアトレードセット』を5月限定で販売。注文数に応じて開発途上国へ寄付を行う社会貢献活動です。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273332Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:04:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES茨城県とビビッドガーデンは、いばらきメロン品評会「KING & QUEEN コンテスト 2026」を5月22日に開催します。本コンテストは、茨城県産メロンのブランド価値向上と生産者の所得倍増を目指す重要な取り組みです。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273333Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:04:19 +0900JapanPR TIMESIRIS OHYAMA will hold Iris Festival 2026 online at its official shopping site, Iris Plaza, starting May 14. The event features a range of deals, including an outlet sale with discounts of up to 57% off, an early-bird sale and a ¥10,000 challenge. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273334Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:02:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe home-delivered water brand CreCla has refreshed its brand communications with the new slogan “A clear today, for a lifetime.” The company is redefining the everyday security and comfort it provides as an essential service and will release a new commercial to strengthen its connection with customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273335Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:02:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“ABEMA, the TV of a New Future,” announced a Golden Week special featuring free marathon broadcasts of 37 Pokemon films over 9 consecutive days starting May 2, 2026. The lineup includes all 24 theatrical feature films, 9 shorts and 4 spin-offs. Broadcasts begin at 7:30 p.m. daily, and each title will be available to watch for free for 1 week after airing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273336Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:01:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES日鉄興和不動産、SANU、JDSCの3社が、都市と自然を行き来する多拠点生活がウェルビーイングに与える影響に関する共同研究の初期分析結果を公表しました。多拠点生活者はウェルビーイングへの期待が高く、特に自然拠点での滞在がリラックスに加え、集中や内省といった認知的側面でも充足をもたらす可能性が示唆されました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273337Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESUbiregi Inc., provider of the cloud POS register “Ubiregi,” has cooperated with a 経済産業省 initiative to promote smart cash registers. Ubiregi demonstrated its system at a hands-on inspection by 赤澤, the Minister of 経済産業省, and a demonstration event for shopping districts held at Kinshicho Shopping Street on April 30, 2026, highlighting features including the ease of responding to tax rate changes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273338Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESLotte will launch its new beverage brand “THE DAY” at セブン-イレブン stores in the Tokyo metropolitan area starting May 5, 2026. Actor Konatsu Kato has been named the brand’s new face, and commercials and a video podcast will promote its emotional appeal as “water that lifts your spirits,” offering a new choice for water. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273339Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESAgainst a backdrop of rising tourism demand, Samty has formed and begun operating its second hotel-focused private real estate fund. It also announced the second close of its multifamily asset fund, acquiring 12 new properties worth US$140 million (approximately ¥21 billion). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273446https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273446Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLimelight Inc. has launched a “LINE account management support service” for sellers on Qoo10. The service supports repeat purchases and maximizes LTV through LINE Official Account management tailored to Qoo10 purchasing patterns, aiming to build a stable sales base that does not depend on Mega割. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273445https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273445Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPRTG Network Monitor, for which ピーエスジェイ合同会社 serves as domestic sole distributor, won “Leader” in the network management category for the 12th consecutive term at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring, earning a place in the Hall of Fame. It was also named a “High Performer” in the integrated operations management category for the 8th consecutive term, earning high praise for its product capabilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273444https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273444Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMen-JAPAN and D&G Capital have formed a business partnership and will open “CHATAN NOODLE,” a new-style ramen restaurant, in American Village in Chatan, Okinawa, on May 1, 2026. Its cup-style noodles fuse ramen with dishes from across the United States, targeting takeout demand and social media appeal as it aims to become a new Okinawa tourist attraction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273443https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273443Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFujitrans Corporation began full-scale operation of a “near-zero-emission RTG” at Nishihama Container Yard on May 1, 2026. By expanding container storage capacity by 2.3 times and reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 70%, the company will help strengthen inland depot functions and realize a decarbonized society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273442Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES志摩醸造 has teamed up with popular rock band ヤバイTシャツ屋さん to release a limited-edition beer, “～君はクプアスビール～,” from May 8. The Belgian-style fruit beer was inspired by one of the band’s songs and will be available to coincide with the band’s live show at 志摩スペイン村. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273441Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキッコーマンは、2025年夏に実施した「おいしい記憶かるたキャンペーン」で誕生した『おいしい記憶かるた』の全45札を、「全札ギャラリー」としてブランドサイトで公開しました。これはキッコーマンの「おいしい記憶をつくりたい。」というスローガンに基づき、ユーザー間のコミュニケーションを促進する目的で制作され、クラウドボックスが制作を担当しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273440https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273440Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOtsuka Pharmaceutical held an experiential event to help parents and children learn about heat acclimatization in preparation for the hot weather forecast this summer. Encouraging participants to drink Pocari Sweat, the event promoted the fun of sweating through exercise and the importance of replenishing fluids and electrolytes to help prevent heatstroke. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273439https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273439Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA special program connecting Japanese traditional performing arts to the future, “MoN Yose: Living National Treasures—Storytelling and Narrative Arts,” will be held at MoN Takanawa, which opened on March 28, 2026. Four Living National Treasures in rakugo, kodan, rokyoku and gidayu will gather in a cutting-edge theater space for a prestigious joint performance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273438https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273438Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn March 19, 2026, Wood One held the “Kimamabito Appreciation Festival 2026,” organized by its kitchen ambassadors, “Kimamabito.” The company invited 8 families of fans to its factory, where they had an opportunity to exchange ideas and provide valuable feedback for product development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273437https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273437Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA joint research paper by the Knee Osteoarthritis Clinic of Medical Corporation Katsuju-kai and 神戸大学 has been published in the international journal Cell Transplantation, identifying the key to the effectiveness of knee regenerative medicine. The landmark findings scientifically verified the efficacy and safety of adipose-derived stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis of the knee. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273436https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273436Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJKA and Odds Park held “Autore races on tour! Public Viewing & Fan Meeting” in Nagoya on April 29, 2026. Fans enjoyed watching races on a large screen and meeting riders, and the event concluded successfully. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273435Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“AOZORA DISCO,” an event for dance beginners and people of all ages, will be held at SHIBUYA SKY, the observation facility at 渋谷スクランブルスクエア, on May 23, 2026. This morning activity invites participants to let go and dance to disco music amid spectacular views from 229m above ground. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273434https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273434Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKDDI and Ocean will begin offering “Japan SIM,” a data-only povo2.0 eSIM for international visitors to Japan, through the Ocean Tax Refund platform on April 30, 2026. To mark the launch, a campaign will also offer promo codes for unlimited data for 24 hours. The service will allow visitors to smoothly arrange both connectivity and tax-free shopping procedures before traveling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273433Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA one-night-only cocktail session featuring renowned Canadian bartender James Grant will be held on May 8 at the DRIFTWOOD bar at フェアモント東京. Signature cocktails from Grant’s globally acclaimed Library Bar will be served. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273432Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJA Aichi Shinren has been certified as a 2026 Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization (Large Enterprise Category). Viewing employees’ physical and mental health as an important management priority, it is implementing a wide range of measures, including promoting health checkups, training to improve health literacy, and promoting work-life balance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273431https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273431Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYoitoki has launched its AI-powered “AI Date Concierge” feature, using AI to handle everything from finding a date to coordinating schedules and syncing calendars. In response to a society marked by information overload and a lack of time, the service aims to improve the user experience and contribute to addressing the declining birthrate by easing “lost time in dating” and psychological barriers associated with dating apps, while supporting efficient ways to meet people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273430Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社OASIZ released its recruitment video, “OASIZ Recruit Video,” in April 2026 to share its culture and work style as it expands its business and strengthens hiring. The company supports brand marketing for major corporations, centering on SNS and vertical video, and its cumulative video views have reached 5.5 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273429Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAVANTIA’s single-story home brand RAN marks its 1st anniversary and will launch a campaign on May 1 to help cover the cost of installing a storage battery. The company will also begin sales on the same day of RAN with, a new model designed for a super-aged society, offering a new way of living in single-story homes to people across generations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273428Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AX has released its monthly report, “AX INSIGHT | AI Implementation Support Report, April 2026,” focusing on the next steps for corporate AI adoption. Based on insights from hands-on support, the report presents specific AI implementation cases at client companies and trends in consultations on AI use. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273427Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京都 and ソウル特別市 have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in digital technology and AI. In conjunction with this, GovTech Tokyo and ソウルAI財団 also agreed to deepen collaboration in AI and smart cities, accelerating technological exchange and digital transformation between the two cities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273426Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShizuoka Subaru Automotive has renewed its partnership with professional surfer Mirai Ikeda. Ikeda is aiming to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and has recently obtained a regular driver’s license. Shizuoka Subaru will continue to provide comprehensive support with transportation by lending her a dedicated vehicle equipped with the latest safety technologies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273425https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273425Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMATCH FES 2026, sponsored by Tinder, has announced additional events. Artist MON7A and creator Miyako will serve as producers for a video project at the “Night Amusement Park” and the “Love Talk Trial,” supporting new encounters and challenges for Gen Z. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273424https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273424Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKonoike Transport and 東京大学 established a social collaboration course in April. The course aims to build a foundation for logistics automation warehouses where people and technology work together and to develop next-generation IT talent through industry-academia collaboration. The two parties will combine their strengths to address Japan’s shrinking working-age population and challenges at logistics sites. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273423https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273423Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES京成バス千葉セントラルと日東交通は、2026年5月16日に高速バス「東京鴨川線／アクシー号」のダイヤ改正を実施し、千葉県鋸南町と鴨川市・長狭地区への乗り入れを開始します。これにより、東京都心と房総地域の観光振興および交通利便性向上を目指します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273422https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273422Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TRAPEが横浜市から受託した介護事業所業務改善支援事業で、8つの介護事業所に対し半年間の伴走支援を実施。現場の主体性を重視した結果、残業削減、休憩確保、新規利用者増加、ケア時間創出など、職員と利用者のウェルビーイング向上に貢献した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273421https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273421Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEtsuo Ohashi, developer of the task management tool TaskChute, has launched a newsletter on theLetter, a writing platform for professionals and experts. Ohashi will share ways to use “real-time logs,” while theLetter strengthens its offering of content from highly specialized writers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273420https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273420Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AZent has received preliminary certification under the ISO 25554:2024 Well-being ISO Guidelines using Wellpon, a well-being habit-building app from 株式会社Kort Valuta. The app aims to contribute to the sustainable growth of companies seeking to improve employee happiness and engagement. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273419https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273419Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs the 2nd and 3rd projects in its senior housing development business, Itochu Urban Development has completed “リハビリホームグランダ豊田市役所前” in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, and “メディカルホームグランダはりま姫路” in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture. The projects mark the company’s first entry into the Chubu and Kinki regions, where it aims to meet demand in an aging society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273418Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Spring Mio Bread Festival will be held at Tennoji Mio, operated by JR West SC Development, from May 13 to June 2, 2026. Now in its 13th year, the event will feature 4 popular bakeries, including some making their first appearance in the Tennoji area, with 14 shops taking turns. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273417Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEXCO東日本 Area Tract, Aniplex, and Naka Nihon Exis are jointly holding a campaign tied to the theatrical film “The Irregular at Magic High School: Yotsuba Succession Arc” at 18 service areas and parking areas nationwide. The campaign offers highway users a chance to experience the world of the series through 4 initiatives: distributing giveaways, displaying standees, holding a stamp rally, and in-store narration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273416Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA new 6L backpack-style emergency water bag has been launched to help people transport and secure water efficiently during disasters. It leaves both hands free for safer movement and is also durable and compact for storage. Preorders are being accepted on 楽天市場 and Yahoo!ショッピング. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273415Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGatebox株式会社 began presales of its character-projection display Gatebox3 on Makuake, reaching its 5 million yen target in just 1 minute and generating 45 million yen in sales within 24 hours. The new model features an OLED display and the AI partner “逢妻ヒカリ,” offering a more realistic shared experience with characters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273414Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESハッチ・ワークは、月極駐車場の空き区画を1日単位で予約・利用できるパークアンドライド支援サービス「駅チカライド」を2026年4月30日から開始します。JR四国と連携し、同社沿線の約240カ所で展開し、利用料10%OFFの記念キャンペーンも実施します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273413Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESInstabase, a rental-space matching platform, has begun listing all domestic locations of 4 brands, including “Regus,” operated by 日本リージャス株式会社. The listings make flexible workspaces available nationwide, and a campaign will begin May 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273412Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日鉄興和不動産、SANU、JDSCの3社が、都市と自然を行き来する多拠点生活がウェルビーイングに与える影響に関する共同研究を開始。初期分析で、多拠点生活者がウェルビーイングへの期待水準が高く、宿泊先でリラックスや集中といった心身の充足を得やすい傾向が判明しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273411Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHafH, a travel savings service offered by KabuK Style, has released the results of a survey on travel trends amid rising prices. While 94% feel the impact of higher prices, about 80% have maintained or increased their travel frequency, revealing that HafH’s “travel savings” serves as a safety net supporting travel frequency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273410Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAjinomoto AGF, in partnership with 神奈川県, will run the “Carry Your Own Bottle!” campaign starting May 1, 2026. As part of the “Kanagawa Zero Plastic Waste Declaration,” which aims to reduce plastic waste, the campaign will promote awareness of environmental issues and the use of reusable bottles by encouraging adoption of “Blendy®” My Bottle Sticks, a drink product for reusable bottles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273409Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe charity event “PARA HOOP FES! Vol.6” will be held May 30 and 31, 2026, at GREEN SPRINGS, operated by Tachihi Strategy Lab Co., Ltd. With well-being as its theme, the event aims to bring diverse people together and offer new perspectives through activities including sign language lessons, wheelchair experiences and art exhibits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273408Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLandnet Co., Ltd. announced that it will open an Okinawa branch on May 1, 2026. The move is part of a strategy to accelerate real estate distribution in regional cities and aim for the No.1 position in the pre-owned real estate market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273407Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES農林水産省の「米粉原料安定供給事業」の事務局である株式会社日本農業新聞が、2026年度の公募受付を7月1日より開始します。米粉用米の安定供給体制を構築し、生産者の持続可能な生産を支援する目的です。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273406Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Osaka Prefecture Yorozu Support Hub opened the “Productivity Improvement Support Center” on April 1, 2026. Aiming to ease labor shortages and improve productivity at small and midsize businesses, experts visit workplaces and provide free hands-on support, including the introduction of AI and robots. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273405Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESポーターズ株式会社は、2026年5月27日に急成長企業ギブクリエーションの才花祐平氏を招き、人材紹介事業の成長戦略に関する無料セミナーを開催します。市場選定、スケール戦略、組織・育成・仕組み化の課題突破法に焦点を当て、ネットワーキングも実施されます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273404Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMisawa Homes and Wada Kosan have begun construction on a jointly developed hotel in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture. The hotel will have 74 ocean-view rooms with in-room hot-spring baths and is scheduled to open in January 2028, contributing to the revitalization of the Shirahama hot-spring district and the creation of a new resort destination. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273403Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESZoshindo and Juken Kenkyusha will release “Chugaku Matome Jozu,” a compact study guide for junior high school students, on May 2, from a popular series that has sold 4 million copies. Focused on regular tests and high school entrance exam preparation, it supports efficient learning through visual content. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273402Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKDDI and Ocean have begun offering “Japan SIM,” a data-only eSIM for povo2.0 aimed at visitors to Japan. Linked with the tax-free shopping platform “Ocean Tax Refund,” the service lets travelers prepare their connectivity and tax-free procedures before departure. A free campaign for unlimited data (24 hours) will also be held to mark the launch. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273401Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJinjibu surveyed 118 new employees who graduated from high school and joined companies in April 2025 about “experience value.” The survey found that part-time jobs and interactions with friends during their student years, as well as workplace training and advice from senior colleagues after joining a company, contribute to growth; in particular, the process of learning from failure is important. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273400Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs the first phase of its full-scale expansion into the for-sale detached-home business in the Kanagawa area, Asahi Kasei Homes has launched the “Kohoku New Town Kitayamata Project.” The project offers 4 high-quality homes in a prime location, a 9-minute walk from Kitayamata Station on the Yokohama Municipal Subway Green Line. Sales are scheduled to begin in August 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273399Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESZeroboard Research Institute has begun recruiting companies for the 2026 fiscal year (3rd term) of its “Nature Capital Study Group,” designed for businesses and based on recommendations from the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). Through collaborative learning, the group aims to help companies integrate nature-related measures into their management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273398Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBooost株式会社 has joined PACT, an international framework for calculating and exchanging product carbon footprint (PCF) data, as the world’s first solution provider member. The company’s sustainability ERP technology and track record have received international recognition, and it will contribute to advancing decarbonization across entire supply chains. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273397Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESピジョン株式会社の育児ブランド「TABOTENZU」と幼児向け自転車「へんしんバイク」が共同で、子どもの「やりたい！」を全肯定する親子アートイベントを東京都世田谷区で開催しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273396Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構（VIPO） will begin accepting applications on May 1 for the 11th Agency for Cultural Affairs Translation Competition, commissioned by 文化庁. The competition aims to discover and develop translators of Japanese literary works. It will feature a contemporary literature category (English and French) and a classical literature category (English), with a top prize of 1 million yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273395Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOdakyu Hakone will operate the special “Night Hydrangea Train,” offering passengers a chance to enjoy illuminated hydrangeas, a summer tradition in Hakone, from June 13, 2026. Hydrangeas along the railway line will also be illuminated, and the train offers reserved seating for passengers to leisurely admire them from the windows. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273394Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAXA-certified space venture Tenchijin has published a case study on the introduction of its satellite-data-powered water utility DX solution, Space Waterworks, at 都城市上下水道局 in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture. Miyakonojo has a total pipeline length of 1,900 km and experiences 550 water leaks annually. In the solution’s second year of use, it has received high praise, with the utility saying, “We want to use it for at least 5 years.” Efforts are progressing to streamline leak investigations and use the solution in future pipeline renewal plans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273393Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRyo Yamada, president of Acaric Co., Ltd., will publish a book on recruiting and utilizing PhD talent, “PhD Talent That Helps Companies Grow,” on May 12, 2026. Drawing on around 20 years of career support experience and interviews with companies, the book offers practical insights. A publication event will also be held on May 19. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273392Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井不動産ホテルマネジメントが運営する「三井ガーデンホテル横浜みなとみらいプレミア」は、2026年5月1日から6月30日まで「抹茶とチェリーのアフタヌーンティー」と3種のシーズナルカクテルを期間限定で提供します。新緑の季節に合わせた贅沢なメニューで、ホテルならではの上質な空間で初夏のご褒美時間を提案します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273391Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFabrica Communications, operator of the used-car information website 車選びドットコム, has released its used-car market statistics report for March 2026. New and used vehicle registrations increased amid fiscal year-end demand, but declined year over year. While high prices persist, soaring freight costs and Middle East risks are squeezing profits, driving a widening divide among dealerships. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273390Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファブリカコミュニケーションズは、中古車査定サイト「車選びドットコム買取」のレポートで、3月の中古車買取平均価格が99.5万円と昨夏以降初めて100万円を割り込んだと発表しました。ホルムズ海峡封鎖によるUAE向け輸出制限が影響し、4月以降も相場回復に不透明感が残ると予測しています。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273389Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESZenrin will partner with the cycling road race Tour of Japan 2026 to hold a digital stamp rally using its tourism service STLOCAL in 7 prefectures and metropolitan areas from May 5 to 31, 2026. The initiative will support increased local spending, visualization of visitor travel, and regional revitalization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273388Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESe-dash has won the contract for the “Kanagawa CO2 Visualization Trial” from 神奈川県 for the 3rd consecutive year and will expand its support for visualizing and reducing greenhouse gas emissions at 70 small and medium-sized businesses in the prefecture. The company plans to promote proposals to switch to renewable energy in particular, contributing to the prefecture’s decarbonization targets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273387Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMOTTERU began selling its new MOT-MGCH01 magnetic car mount through e-commerce marketplaces on April 30. It rotates 360 degrees, supports MagSafe, and features a powerful vacuum gel suction cup. The mount securely holds smartphones despite road vibrations and harsh in-car conditions, and the included metal ring makes it compatible with devices that do not support MagSafe. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273386Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESオンセミ and NIO have expanded their strategic collaboration to accelerate next-generation 900V EV platforms. Using オンセミ’s EliteSiC technology, the companies will improve the efficiency, performance, and scalability of NIO’s EVs, helping extend driving range and shorten charging times. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273385Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESWpc. IZA, a men’s parasol brand, held “IZA Lab,” an event where participants could see and experience the heat-blocking effects of parasols. Around 20 influencers took part and experienced the parasols’ functionality through comparative tests using thermal imaging. The event aims to encourage men to use parasols and deepen understanding of their benefits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273384Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES不二家 will launch “Super Lemon Squash Gummy” nationwide on May 12, 2026, inspired by its long-selling Lemon Squash drink. Compared with last year’s product, it has 3 times as much refreshing powder and 17% more contents, with an even more sour and refreshing crisp-chewy texture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273383Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESスタディチェーン株式会社は、明治大学特化総合型選抜コーチの指導カリキュラムと対策計画を大幅にリニューアルしました。25年分の選考傾向分析に基づき、2027年度入試での合格率最大化を目指します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273382Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESテックタッチ株式会社が実施した調査で、大企業の半数以上がSaaS上の手動作業に課題を感じていることが判明。AIによる自動化への期待が高まる一方、AI前提の新SaaS導入には慎重な姿勢が見られ、日本企業はSaaSの再定義に直面しています。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273381Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHimeji City will welcome screenwriter and novelist Eriko Yoshida for a lecture during Gender Equality Week. Titled “Toward a Future Beyond ‘Huh?’: The Power of Questions Embedded in Creative Works,” the event will be held on June 14, Reiwa 8. Admission is free, and capacity is 800 people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273380Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “18th Kawachiya Kikusuimaru Solo Performance” will be held at Himeji Caspa Hall on June 20, Reiwa 8, as a supporting event for the Himeji Yukata Festival. Advance application by return postcard is required. Capacity is 200 people, and the application deadline is June 10. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273379Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLG Electronics Japan will begin the phased release of its 27-inch 4K IPS monitor, the “27U711B-B,” in mid-May 2026. Features include a wide-viewing-angle IPS panel, 90% DCI-P3 coverage, HDR10 support, and eye-comfort functions such as Flicker Safe and a blue-light reduction mode. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273378Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Nippon Foundation conducted its 79th awareness survey on “national security,” targeting 1,000 young people aged 17–19. Intensifying international affairs have affected young people’s views: the share who believe “Japan is at peace” declined, while opinions were divided on increasing defense spending and introducing conscription. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273377Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESZenPop, an international stationery e-commerce store operated by ZenGroup株式会社, will launch “Craft Farm,” a farm-themed stationery subscription box inspired by feedback from fans overseas, on May 1, 2026. The box combines animal motifs such as horses, sheep, and cows with craft elements to bring the joy of creating to customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273376Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCross Hotel Kyoto, in partnership with JR West Marunix, will begin selling the “Hands-Free Sightseeing Plan,” which includes luggage delivery from Kyoto Station to the hotel, on April 30, 2026. This will allow tourists to enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto without carrying their luggage and help ease congestion in the city. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273375Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日鉄興和不動産、SANU、JDSCの3社が、都市と自然を行き来する多拠点生活が人々のウェルビーイングに与える影響を科学的に解明する共同研究を開始しました。初期分析では、多拠点生活が心身状態に与える構造的な傾向が明らかになり、次世代の住環境・都市設計に資する知見創出を目指します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273374Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESマーク ジェイコブス will hold a limited-time pop-up, “MARC JACOBS ”J MARC” POP-UP STORE,” at 阪急うめだ本店 as an advance preview of its 2026 pre-fall collection. A wide range of items, including the new “The Scene Bag,” will be available, and original gifts will be offered to customers who make a purchase. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273373Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKEYUCA’s sweets brand Dolce Felice is releasing the Mother’s Day-exclusive “華やかパウンドケーキ” and “ロングショートケーキ.” The 9 varieties of pound cake have the festive look of a bouquet and come with an artificial carnation and message card. A long shortcake, available exclusively at stores, is also being introduced to meet demand for Mother’s Day gifts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273372Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESケイアイスター不動産 was named a “Sustainability Yearbook Member” for the first time in S&P Global’s “The Sustainability Yearbook 2026” and received a certificate on April 8. It earned a rating placing it among the top 8% worldwide in the homebuilding industry, with its ESG initiatives receiving high marks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273371Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESIBM has announced “IBM Bob,” an AI-first development partner for enterprise development teams. Designed around the use of AI, it integrates automation across the entire development lifecycle, governance and security management, with the aim of boosting productivity and reducing risk. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260430-12/index-en.html#n273370Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES