New community 北國ユニバース™️ launches to connect young Hokuriku artists with people across Japan. First pop-up exhibition to be held in Yoyogi-Uehara during Golden Week.
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A new community, 北國ユニバース™️, has launched to connect young Hokuriku creators with people across Japan, and will hold its first pop-up exhibition in Yoyogi-Uehara, Tokyo, during Golden Week. Through exhibitions and workshops blending tradition with contemporary sensibilities, it will showcase the appeal of Hokuriku craftsmanship to audiences nationwide.
On-Site Purchase MAX begins offering services throughout Yamaguchi Prefecture
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The on-site purchasing service 出張買取MAX, operated by 株式会社アイスタ, has begun serving all of Yamaguchi Prefecture, bringing its population coverage in Japan to 91%. It offers free in-home purchasing of large appliances and furniture, with same-day service available at the earliest.
Limited-time offer on May 5, 2026: Free kids’ plates. Okonomiyaki Chibo to hold Children’s Day events at 13 locations nationwide
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千房株式会社 will hold Children’s Day events at 13 locations nationwide on May 5, 2026. The events will offer free kids’ plates for children in elementary school and younger, as well as a mayonnaise-decorating activity, proposing a special dining experience for families to enjoy together.
Former VTuber with 1 million subscribers to teach / Clutch Nakano campus opens in June
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Clutch, a comprehensive music school, will open its Nakano campus on June 1, 2026, with instruction from a former VTuber who had 1 million subscribers. It will offer specialized courses to meet demand for internet-born music culture, with reservations opening on May 15.
【ルイ·ヴィトン】Hero Fiennes Tiffin wears ルイ·ヴィトン to the FYC Prime Video reception
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Actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin wore ルイ・ヴィトン to an event in Beverly Hills. He wore a black collarless jacket and the “LV Croisette Loafer,” in an appearance showcasing ルイ・ヴィトン’s innovation and craftsmanship.
Anfini has appointed Kaho Hayato as COO, effective May 1, 2026. The appointment is aimed at strengthening the company’s next-generation management structure, accelerating growth in its consulting and incubation businesses, and speeding up decision-making.
株式会社LOIVE will open 20 locations of its women-only machine Pilates studio pilates K nationwide in stages in May 2026. As the tension of starting a new life begins to ease, the company will offer “me time” to restore mind and body as part of everyday life and accelerate its national expansion.
10 standout acts selected from 404 entries advance to the final stage! Nominees announced for the Student Creator Encouragement Award at MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, supported by 京都芸術大学
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The nominated works and 10 creators for the Student Creator Encouragement Award, “STUDENT MUSIC CREATORS CHALLENGE,” at MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, where 京都芸術大学 is a silver partner, have been selected. The number was expanded from the originally planned 5 after a large number of outstanding works were submitted. The top award recipient will be announced at the Premiere Ceremony on June 13.
Your feet are the foundation of your body! Are foot problems more common in spring? Causes and prevention methods, May 3 (Sun.) on “健康カプセル！ゲンキの時間”
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The TV program “健康カプセル！ゲンキの時間,” airing on May 3, 2026, will focus on foot problems that become more common in spring, with specialists explaining their causes and how to prevent them. The program will highlight the importance of foot health to the balance of the whole body.
“Connecting voices” in an age of division—8bitNews launches BEACON, a global network for independent journalists
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株式会社8bitNews today launched BEACON, a global network connecting independent journalists in an increasingly divided world. It aims to build an ecosystem where communicators with diverse perspectives can work sustainably, and will deliver information in Japan and abroad through a dedicated website and new programs.
University of Tokyo’s Matsuo-Iwasawa Laboratory joins World’s decentralized “proof of personhood” network
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The University of Tokyo’s Matsuo-Iwasawa Laboratory has joined the AMPC network supporting World’s decentralized proof-of-personhood protocol, World ID, as an independent node. This marks an important step toward building an infrastructure to prove human uniqueness in an era when distinguishing people from AI is difficult.
Companies mentioned：World、Tools for Humanity、UCバークレー Center for Responsible Decentralized Intelligence（RDI）、フリードリヒ・アレクサンダー大学、KAIST
“One piece is all you need this summer.” A special-order set-up from BEVERLY HILLS POLO CLUB. Proposing a grown-up’s day-off style that balances relaxed comfort with a polished look.
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UNION STATION by MEN'S BIGI, the menswear brand of 株式会社ビギ, has released a special-order set-up in collaboration with BEVERLY HILLS POLO CLUB. Combining relaxed comfort with sophistication, it offers a grown-up’s day-off style and helps solve summer outfit dilemmas.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビギ、UNION STATION by MEN'S BIGI、BEVERLY HILLS POLO CLUB
【In-person seminar】M&A Navi to hold free seminar for business owners on “Life planning after selling your company” on June 27
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M&A Navi will hold a free seminar for business owners on June 27 about life planning after an M&A. Guest speaker Hiroshi Mitsui will discuss “money, career, family and well-being” after an M&A sale.
紀ノ国屋 launches “New Bag Release Commemorative Campaign”
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紀ノ国屋 will run its “New Bag Release Commemorative Campaign” on its official online store from April 28 to May 24, 2026. During the campaign, customers who spend at least 2,000 yen, including tax, will be entered into a drawing to win a “紀ノ国屋 logo original magnet”; 100 winners will be selected.
KONAMI soccer games eFootball™, ウイコレ and Ｊクラ to hold collaborations with the popular TV anime NARUTO Shippuden!
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KONAMI will run collaboration campaigns in stages with the popular anime NARUTO Shippuden across 3 soccer game titles: eFootball™, ウイコレ and Ｊクラ. Limited-edition players and items will be available, offering special in-game experiences.
〈Pacific GOLF CLUB〉“Pacific Sunshine Country Club,” a collaboration with 宮崎サンシャインカントリークラブ, opens for a limited time
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Pacific GOLF CLUB has partnered with 宮崎サンシャインカントリークラブ to open Pacific Sunshine Country Club for a limited time. Connecting Kamakura and Miyazaki, it will offer a casual, stylish golf experience infused with surf culture, along with limited-edition collaboration items.
April 29: “ONE SAMURAI 1: Rodtang vs. Takeru.” Takeru wins a fierce battle with Rodtang to become interim champion and take a triumphant bow in his retirement!
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At ONE SAMURAI 1, held at Ariake Arena on April 29, 2026, Takeru defeated Rodtang by TKO to become the interim flyweight kickboxing world champion, ending his career on a high note. Yuya Wakamatsu lost by KO and surrendered his title, while Nadaka Yoshinari won by decision to successfully defend his title for the first time.
Companies mentioned：ONE Championship、Group ONE Holdings
“Experience space without leaving Earth”: A diverse range of events to be held across the United States this summer
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Following the success of NASA's Artemis program, ブランドUSA announced a variety of space- and stargazing-themed events and experiences taking place across the United States this summer. Visitors can enjoy rocket launches and stargazing at locations including Kennedy Space Center and Space Center Houston.
A special exhibition celebrating the 7th anniversary of 7ORDER, a 5-member male group active across genres, will be held at Shibuya PARCO: '7ORDER 7TH Anniversary EXHIBITION'!
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The 5-member male group 7ORDER will hold a special exhibition, '7ORDER 7TH Anniversary EXHIBITION,' at Shibuya PARCO to celebrate the 7th anniversary of its formation. The exhibition will feature displays looking back on the group's history, previously unreleased archives and original merchandise, offering something for fans and a wider audience alike.
Sticker-collection RPG Bikkuriman Wonder Collection: Chapter 9, 'The Two Goddesses,' of the Next Generation Adventure arc begins! New characters 'San Marco' and 'Saint Venusis' make their debut!
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Chapter 9, 'The Two Goddesses,' the new main quest in the sticker-collection RPG Bikkuriman Wonder Collection, offered by 株式会社マーベラス, has begun. A gacha event featuring new characters 'San Marco' and 'Saint Venusis,' several challenge events and campaigns will also be held.
[TGI Fridays] Viva la Fiesta! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Fridays. A Mexican Fiesta is coming for Golden Week only!
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TGI Fridays will hold a special Mexican Fiesta at 13 locations nationwide during Golden Week (May 1–6), in celebration of the Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo. The event will offer a special experience with limited-time menu items and drinks, along with festive in-store decorations, to attract customers.
OCS joins TALA, a global network specializing in the aerospace industry
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OCS has joined TALA, a global network specializing in the aerospace industry. By combining expertise developed within ANAグループ with TALA's network of more than 80 locations worldwide, OCS will strengthen aircraft parts logistics and expand its 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year emergency transport system to meet the needs of a growing market.
Companies mentioned：TALA (The Aerospace Logistics Alliance)、ANAグループ、Research and Markets
Eli Lilly Japan signs memorandum of understanding with 一般社団法人日本肥満学会
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Eli Lilly Japan and the Japan Society for the Study of Obesity signed a memorandum of understanding on April 30, 2026, on industry-academia collaboration to advance measures addressing obesity-related diseases. The agreement aims to promote prevention, improve access to medical care and address gaps in understanding, contributing to public health and the sustainability of the healthcare system.
Permanent book cafe Atelier LILIUM, with a collection of 4,000 yuri works, to open in Ikebukuro in May 2026; advance preview bookings now open
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株式会社LILIUM announced that Atelier LILIUM, a permanent book cafe housing more than 4,000 yuri works, will grand open in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, on May 28, 2026. Advance preview sessions will be held from May 16 to 20 ahead of the opening. Drawing on the company's 10 years of experience running Yuri Exhibition, the cafe will serve as a new hub where yuri fans can enjoy works and connect with one another.
Nominees for the 'MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN' announced; final voting begins ahead of the June 13 awards ceremony
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The nominees for the international music awards MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, hosted by 一般社団法人カルチャーアンドエンタテインメント産業振興会 (CEIPA), have been announced, and final voting has begun. The awards ceremony will be held on June 13 at venues including TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO, with the major categories broadcast live on NHK.
Fuller receives dual certification from Niigata Prefecture's 'Ni-ful Gold' and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's 'Eruboshi (Level 3)' for its diverse, flexible work practices and support for women's advancement
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Fuller Inc. has received dual certification from Niigata Prefecture's 'Ni-ful Gold' and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's 'Eruboshi (Level 3)' for its efforts to promote diverse, flexible work practices and women's advancement. The recognition reflects the company's commitment to work-life balance. Fuller will continue working to support women's advancement and create a comfortable workplace.
NIGHTMARE OPERATOR, a third-person shooter action-horror game set in a near-future Japan, confirmed for BitSummit
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DDDistortion will exhibit its in-development third-person shooter action-horror game NIGHTMARE OPERATOR at BitSummit PUNCH, which begins on May 22, 2026. Visitors will be able to try out the 'Nakano' stage, making its world debut at BitSummit, and see a new trailer.
[More than 300 visitors] New brand HONESTUAL sells 200 units in 4 hours at its first showcase
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New brand HONESTUAL held its first showcase, 'HONESTUAL DEBUT SHOWCASE,' in Tokyo, attracting more than 300 visitors and selling more than 200 units in 4 hours. Its experience-focused brand design was key to its success, and the brand is proposing a new standard for men's cleansing products.
mind palace partners with Kaia in the Japanese market
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mind palace Inc. has begun collaborating with Kaia in the Japanese market. mind palace will provide comprehensive support for Kaia's expansion in Japan by raising awareness of its ecosystem, promoting business partnerships and deepening market understanding, accelerating the real-world adoption of Web3 technology.
GLC GROUP strengthens corporate housing solutions at its latest LIBTH rental apartment property to address changing residential needs in the Kumamoto-Kikuyo area
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GLC GROUP has begun accepting tenants for LIBTH Kikuyo Ⅲ, its latest property in the company's LIBTH rental apartment development, in the Kumamoto-Kikuyo area, which has drawn attention following TSMC's arrival. The company is strengthening its corporate housing solutions to meet diverse residential needs.
Participating in 'AOMORI×Dick Bruna TABLE' with limited-time menu items to enjoy while exploring locations across the city
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株式会社クロックアップ will participate in 'AOMORI×Dick Bruna TABLE,' a collaboration event with Dick Bruna TABLE, operated by Felissimo. Four stores in Aomori City will offer limited-time Miffy-themed menu items and decor, with the aim of revitalizing the city.
Trunk Days announces new locations for April: 6 outdoor facilities opening
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株式会社イコム opened 6 new outdoor-style Trunk Days self-storage facilities in Gunma, Saitama and Tochigi in April. The company's self-storage network now comprises 211 locations and approximately 5,500 rooms or more, providing storage space for individuals and bikers.
[Relocation information] Oita-based 'New Individualized Tutoring School My Way (My Way) Ozai Campus,' an unlimited-attendance cram school guided by the principle 'No child lacks potential,' relocated to Masudokoro, Oita City, Oita Prefecture, on April 14!
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Oita Prefecture's New Individualized Tutoring School My Way Ozai Campus relocated to Oita City on April 14, 2026. Its operator, TPS株式会社, is guided by the principle 'No child lacks potential' and offers high-quality individualized instruction at a low price, with unlimited attendance. Representative Shion Tsukahara also holds a junior mental health advisor qualification and emphasizes students' emotional growth in the school's instruction.
U-FRET, one of Japan's largest sheet-music websites, and Karakasu, one of Japan's largest entertainment apps, are holding the U-FRET Singer-Songwriter Audition 2026 to discover the next generation of singer-songwriters
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U-FRET, one of Japan's largest sheet-music websites, and entertainment app Karakasu will hold the online U-FRET Singer-Songwriter Audition 2026 starting May 1, 2026. There are no restrictions on age, gender or professional status. The audition aims to create more opportunities for musical activity and discover new talent.
[ENEOS Xplora] Regarding re-entry into Malaysia LNG Tiga
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ENEOS Xplora announced that it has reacquired a 10% stake in Malaysia LNG Tiga SDN. BHD. (Tiga), a subsidiary of Malaysian state-owned oil company Petronas, and will re-enter the LNG business. The move aims to unify the ENEOS Group’s natural gas and LNG supply chain and ensure stable supplies to Asia.
Companies mentioned：PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (ペトロナス)、Malaysia LNG Tiga SDN. BHD. (ティガ社)、ENEOS株式会社、PETRONAS LNG 9 SDN. BHD. (PL9SB社)、三菱商事
Why Choose a Phalaenopsis Orchid as a Mother’s Day Gift? Reasons It’s Appreciated and How to Choose One Without Regrets
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A press release from 株式会社おいもや recommending mini Phalaenopsis orchids as Mother’s Day gifts. It highlights their elegance, the meaning of their flowers and the special touch they bring as a distinctive alternative to carnations. The release also introduces tips for choosing and recommended products, and announces a campaign running through May 9.
株式会社フェルマー, operator of the gaming device e-commerce site ふもっふのおみせ, will exhibit at “EVO Japan 2026,” which begins May 1, 2026. The booth will feature advance sales of EVO collaboration arcade controllers and devices created in collaboration with popular fighting games.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フェルマー、ARC SYSTEM WORKS、SNK CORPORATION
JTG証券 Surpasses ¥100 Billion in Assets Under Custody in U.S. Dollar-Denominated Bonds! — Campaign to Mark the ¥100 Billion Milestone —
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To mark the milestone of assets under custody in U.S. dollar-denominated bonds surpassing ¥100 billion, JTG証券 will run a campaign from May 1 to 29, offering chances to win cash prizes and catalog gifts.
Starting April 25, 2026, ウィブル証券 significantly expanded the features of Webull Open API, launching a market data API, adding U.S. margin trading features to Connect API and improving the development environment. The changes provide individual investors and corporate clients with an environment that enables more sophisticated and flexible investment strategies.
LEDs Enhance Visibility in 2026 Japan-Exclusive “Micro Sprite Deluxe LED” Model
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Micro Scooter Japan has launched the 2026 Japan-exclusive “Micro Sprite Deluxe LED.” The lightweight, foldable kick scooter features LEDs to improve visibility and enhanced safety and riding performance, and is aimed at a wide range of users, from children to adults.
【Hotel Katara RESORT＆SPA】 “Kids Kingdom Fest,” a Special Golden Week Event, to Be Held!
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Hotel Katara RESORT＆SPA will hold “Kids Kingdom Fest” during the Golden Week period (May 1–May 5). With a savanna and starry sky theme, the event features a festival fair, a planetarium, a balloon magic show, a paper-cutting performance, singing sessions and much more for everyone from children to adults.
【Uruma, Okinawa】 Preserving Rare Natural Habitats Where Sea Turtles Return for Future Generations: “glampark Resort Akunahama” to Renovate All Dome Lodgings and Reopen in July
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Sustainable Holdings will reopen “glampark Resort Akunahama,” a glamping facility on Miyagi Island in Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture, in July 2026. The facility will renovate all its glamping domes and provide clean, comfortable accommodations, offering a high-quality outdoor experience that engages all five senses in Okinawa’s natural environment.
【Supporting Students】 Help with Travel Costs Amid Rising Prices: “Student Discount Plan” Returns at 5 glampark Locations Nationwide, Offering Hot Springs and Glamping
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glampark, operated by 株式会社サステナブルホールディングス, will bring back its “Student Discount Plan” at 5 locations nationwide from May 13 to June 30, 2026, offering discounts of up to 40% to support students facing rising prices. Perks also include instant camera and board game rentals.
Notice Regarding the Making of ファミリー引越センター株式会社 a Subsidiary
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Sakai Moving Service made Family Moving Center a wholly owned subsidiary on April 28, 2026. The move is intended to strengthen its sales base in the moving business and expand services in the Kanto region.
Online Event on May 14 (Thu.) at 19:00! The Strengths of “New-Build, Single-Building RC Properties in Tokyo’s 23 Wards,” Coveted by Professionals: In-House Coverage from Construction to Rental Management and Sale
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Gentosha Gold Online will hold a free online webinar on May 14 featuring Iwamoto, a manager at Tokyo Label. It will reveal the full picture of “new-build, whole-building development investment,” in which investors become developers and cut out intermediaries, aiming for yields above 5.4% and 100 million yen in profit on sale.
Real Estate Crowdfunding Platform “CAMEL” Enters Capital and Business Alliance with a TSE Growth-Listed Company
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Global Cloud Estate, operator of the real estate crowdfunding platform “CAMEL,” has entered into a capital and business alliance with Jelly Beans Group, a company listed on the TSE Growth Market. The partnership aims to enhance CAMEL’s credibility and growth potential, expand its investor base and diversify investment opportunities.
Information on newly launched funds featured in “Minkabu (Investment Trusts)” <New Face Introduction>
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NTT Data ABIC has published “New Face,” a feature on newly launched funds in March 2026, on the investment trust information site Minkabu (Investment Trusts). As an investment trust evaluation agency, the company provides data-based news, reports and interviews.
“GOKKO ~5th Anniversary~ TAKE ACT”: Offline Event Announced to Mark ごっこ倶楽部’s 5th Anniversary
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Vertical short-drama creator group ごっこ倶楽部 will mark its 5th anniversary with its first stage production, an offline event titled “GOKKO ~5th Anniversary~ TAKE ACT,” to be held at Shinjuku THEATER BRATS on May 30 and 31, 2026. The event will reimagine 3 popular works for the stage, bringing fans a new side of the stories.
Blossom Energy, a First-Year Selected Company in Takehara DX and an Investee of ReGACY, Successfully Commercializes Japan’s First Thermal Storage Boiler
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Blossom Energy has begun operating its commercial thermal storage boiler, “Blossom Energy G-TES,” in Takehara, Hiroshima Prefecture. This is the first successful commercialization in Japan of a thermal storage boiler using graphite, and it will contribute to decarbonization in the industrial heat sector.
A New Sports Photography Experience: “ALLSPO,” a Photo Sales Site Specializing in Marathons and Other Events, Launches with a Phased Expansion of Covered Competitions
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株式会社フォトクリエイト has launched “ALLSPO,” a sports photography sales site specializing in marathons and triathlons. By improving how quickly photos are published and how easy they are to find, and by making photos available starting on the day of an event, the site aims to enhance participants’ experience.
~2026 Q1~ Quarterly Report on the Tokyo Pre-Owned Condominium Market Published
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マンションリサーチ株式会社 has published a quarterly report on the Tokyo pre-owned condominium market for January–March 2026. A clear divide has emerged between adjustments in the high-priced central Tokyo segment and resilience across the 23 wards as a whole, while buyers are becoming more cautious.
コミクス Publishes 5 Automation Hooks for Safely Using Claude Code
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コミクス has published 5 automation hooks to support the safe use of Claude Code, an AI development assistance tool. The hooks are intended to address operational challenges with AI tools and improve safety and reproducibility in development settings.
熊本ビューストピンディーズ and ヒュンメル to Hold Mimosa Shirt Charity Auction
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To mark International Women’s Day, モバオク will hold a charity auction of mimosa shirts by 熊本ビューストピンディーズ and ヒュンメル, starting April 30, 2026. All proceeds will be donated to Yamaga, Kumamoto Prefecture, with the aim of contributing to local revitalization and gender equality.
【Japan’s Best Starry Sky】 “Star Village ACHI×Naeba Star Travel Campaign,” a Joint Promotion at Nagano Prefecture’s Achi Village’s 2 Major Stargazing Facilities
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株式会社阿智昼神観光局 in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture, will run the joint “Star Village ACHI×Naeba Star Travel Campaign” from May 1 to July 31, 2026, bringing together the “Tenku no Rakuen Night Tour” and “Naeba Ski Resort HOSHIZORA Gondola.” The campaign will award tickets and lodging vouchers for both facilities through a lottery, promoting Japan’s best stargazing and seeking to attract tourists.
Applications open for creators to exhibit at indie game event “OSAKA INDIE GAMES SUMMIT 2026”!
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株式会社Phoenixx has begun accepting applications from creators wishing to exhibit at the indie game event “OSAKA INDIE GAMES SUMMIT 2026,” to be held in Osaka on October 3 and 4, 2026. The event will offer new discoveries and experiences for both creators and users, with a wide-ranging program spanning both BtoB and BtoC.
Results of entries for the “#What I Want to Tell You Now” essay contest
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Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking has announced the winning entries in its essay contest themed “#What I Want to Tell You Now.” The “WEB Selection Grand Prix,” “WEB Selection Runner-Up Grand Prix” and “Judges’ Special Award” were selected from 3,036 entries. The event embodied the company’s message of passing people’s cherished thoughts on to the future.
On sale now at ArtSticker: discounted advance viewing passports for “Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond,” a contemporary art festival held on Mount Rokko in Kobe!
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株式会社The Chain Museum has introduced the art communication platform “ArtSticker” to the ticketing system for “Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond,” a contemporary art festival opening on August 29, 2026. Discounted advance viewing passports are now on sale for day, night and day-and-night admission.
Unforgettable refreshing coolness! The super-cold shampoo and body soap are back
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株式会社グローバルプロダクトプランニング will relaunch its refreshingly cool shampoo and cooling body soap in limited quantities on April 30 in response to user requests. Discontinued in 2023, the products are aimed at consumers looking to care for their scalp and body with a refreshing feel ahead of summer.
2 players, tomat and Mofu, set to compete in Esports World Cup 2026, join REJECT’s Fortnite division
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The esports team REJECT has announced that tomat and Mofu have joined its Fortnite division. Both players are set to compete in Esports World Cup 2026, and REJECT will strengthen its roster as it aims for strong results at the international tournament.
Wiz launches “AIO/GEO Optimization Services × Dokoyorimo GATE,” a new customer acquisition service for the AI era
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Wiz and X-Gate will jointly launch a next-generation customer acquisition support service for businesses on April 20, 2026. It combines an “AIO/GEO optimization service,” which optimizes how store information is displayed and recommended in AI chats and generative AI, with “Dokoyorimo GATE,” a tool for cultivating repeat customers. The service will support customer acquisition and retention in the AI era.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 3rd location in Moriyama Ward, Aichi Prefecture! FIT-EASY Moriyama Shidami opens for previews!
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フィットイージー株式会社 has opened FIT-EASY Moriyama Shidami for previews in Moriyama Ward, Aichi Prefecture. The location offers the “FIT-EASY app,” which uses AI, and will promote AI healthcare automation with the aim of improving the physical and mental well-being of local residents.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 6th location in Saitama Prefecture and first in Kawagoe City! FIT-EASY Kawagoe Matoba opens for previews!
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Fit-Easy has opened FIT-EASY Kawagoe Matoba, a new fitness club built around the concept of “AI × amusement,” for previews in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture. Its AI app supports individual health management, while its multifunctional facilities and campaigns aim to promote well-being.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 33rd location in Gifu Prefecture and first in Ikeda, Ibi District! FIT-EASY Ikeda opens for previews!
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Fit-Easy has opened FIT-EASY Ikeda for previews in Ikeda, Ibi District, Gifu Prefecture, combining AI and amusement. The club offers state-of-the-art machines, an AI app and a variety of amusement facilities, aiming to promote community well-being. An opening campaign is also underway.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 14th location in Tokyo! 4-minute walk from Zoshiki Station on the 京浜急行電鉄 Main Line! FIT-EASY Nakarokugo Zoshiki opens for previews!
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フィットイージー株式会社 has opened its new location, FIT-EASY Nakarokugo Zoshiki, for previews in Ota Ward, Tokyo, with “AI × amusement” as its concept. Along with state-of-the-art machines and AI app-based well-being support, the facilities include a golf simulator and sauna. The grand opening is May 12.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 5th location in Niigata Prefecture and first in Kashiwazaki City! FIT-EASY Kashiwazaki Iwagami opens for previews!
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フィットイージー株式会社 opened FIT-EASY Kashiwazaki Iwagami, a fitness club combining AI and amusement, for previews on April 30, 2026. It is the company’s 5th location in Niigata Prefecture and its first in Kashiwazaki City. The club offers state-of-the-art machines, AI app-based health management and a range of amusement services, aiming to improve the well-being of local residents. An opening campaign is also underway.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 15th location in Tokyo and first in Tachikawa City! FIT-EASY Tachikawa opens for previews!
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フィットイージー株式会社 opened FIT-EASY Tachikawa, a fitness club combining AI and amusement, for previews on April 30, 2026. It is the company’s 15th location in Tokyo and its first in Tachikawa City, and aims to promote community well-being using an AI app.
Bringing community well-being to life through AI × amusement! The 3rd store in Tokushima Prefecture and the 2nd in Tokushima City! FIT-EASY Across Plaza Tokushima Daimatsu store holds its preview opening!
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Fit-Easy has opened FIT-EASY Across Plaza Tokushima Omatsu for previews in Tokushima, Tokushima Prefecture. With AI healthcare automation at its core, the club aims to promote community well-being through state-of-the-art equipment and app integration. An opening campaign is also underway.
Promoting community well-being through “AI × amusement”! 15th location in Shizuoka Prefecture and 4th in Hamamatsu City! FIT-EASY Hamamatsu Shitoro opens for previews!
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フィットイージー株式会社 has opened FIT-EASY Hamamatsu Shitoro, combining AI and amusement, for previews in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. It aims to promote community well-being with state-of-the-art facilities and an AI app, and an opening campaign is also underway.
W TOKYO joins the “Uraga Dock Redevelopment and Operations Project,” bringing TGC expertise to new regional revitalization efforts
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株式会社W TOKYO is joining Yokosuka City’s “Uraga Dock Redevelopment and Operations Project” as a member of “Team Perry’s.” Drawing on its entertainment expertise developed through TGC, it will transform the area around Uraga Dock into a sustainable community that attracts the next generation.
Adecco, a global leader in human resources services, has begun operating 東京都's Digital Talent Development Support Program (Intensive Short-Term Course). Through the program, it will provide integrated training in IT skills such as programming and employment support to foster digital talent and promote employment in IT-related industries.
Adecco begins operating Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Digital Talent Development Support Program (High-End Course)
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Adecco Co., Ltd. has begun operating Tokyo's Digital Talent Development Support Program (High-End Course). The program aims to meet rising domestic demand for digital talent by developing highly skilled IT professionals with programming and infrastructure expertise and supporting their employment. In particular, it seeks to help address recruitment and training challenges at small and medium-sized businesses.
Win a proof print signed by the artist! Campaign marks the release of Asahina Mashiro's The Fox God's Favorite (2) [Horin Love Books]
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Horin Love Books is holding a campaign to mark the release of Asahina Mashiro's manga The Fox God's Favorite (2), with signed proof prints available through a prize drawing. Orders for eligible products that have been shipped by June 22, 2026, will be automatically entered.
Event-exclusive secret talk sessions and a mahjong tournament with players exclusively for hotel guests! BEAST X FAN MEETING to be held at ホテル三日月 on Friday, June 26, 2026, to thank fans for their support this season!
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BEAST X, a professional mahjong team in the M League, will hold a fan meeting on June 26, 2026, at ホテル三日月 in Chiba. The event will include a talk show with players and a mahjong tournament exclusively for hotel guests, with both day-trip and overnight plans available.
[ホテルグランヴィア岡山] “Which are you in the mood for today?” Hearty meat or a treat-yourself dessert. Choose between the BBQ or Sweets party plan
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ホテルグランヴィア岡山 will offer its “BBQ or Sweets” party plan at Dining & Bar Applause from May 7 to June 30, 2026. Guests can choose between a BBQ plan centered on meat dishes and a plan featuring seafood and sweets. Both include a mini buffet and a drink bar.
Top players compete for the major title in the high-level World Ladies Championship Salonpas Cup 2026, with live coverage every day on CS channel 日テレジータス from the 9th hole on the first day, Thursday, May 7, through the final day!
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CS channel 日テレジータス has announced that it will provide live coverage throughout the World Ladies Championship Salonpas Cup 2026, the first domestic major of the season, held from May 7 to 10, 2026. Top players will compete in the high-level golf tournament, with Akari Sakuma among those attracting attention.
Ethereal: The Art of gomzi, the first art book by illustrator gomzi, known for drawing pure-hearted girls, goes on sale May 22!
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Ethereal: The Art of gomzi, the first art book by illustrator gomzi, will be released by パイ インターナショナル on May 22, 2026. To mark 10 years of gomzi's work, which includes VTuber character design and novel illustrations, the book features about 150 past illustrations and a behind-the-scenes feature on the cover illustration.
Good-fortune readings | Life turnarounds and romantic success for 60,000 people* Readings by Fortune-Telling Master Sunny now available on Honkaku Uranai | Minori
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株式会社レンサ and テレシスネットワーク株式会社 began offering readings by “Fortune-Telling Master Sunny,” who has helped fulfill the wishes of 60,000 people, on their fortune-telling media platform Honkaku Uranai | Minori on April 30, 2026. Targeting users hoping for a positive life change, romantic success, or improved financial luck, the new service offers in-depth readings using Eastern divination methods such as Four Pillars of Destiny and Nine Star Ki.
Taiwanese dim sum restaurant Din Tai Fung will mark its 30th anniversary in Japan on October 4, 2026
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Taiwanese dim sum restaurant Din Tai Fung is marking its 30th anniversary in Japan, and the Takashimaya Group has announced a series of commemorative events. Starting with the sale of an 11-variety xiaolongbao set from May 15, the program will include a stamp rally at 30 locations nationwide, pop-up events, and parent-child xiaolongbao-making workshops.
New designs arrive for the Harry Potter Wand Magnet Collection, a remarkable item whose metal fittings stick to the magnet built into the tip! Available at Harry Potter Mahou Dokoro from Friday, May 1, 2026
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ベネリック株式会社, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, will begin selling Harry Potter Wand Magnet Collection 2 at Harry Potter Mahou Dokoro from May 1, 2026. Wand magnets featuring 8 characters will be sold in blind packages and are distinguished by their detailed craftsmanship.
Former HKT48 member Aoi Motomura to attend as a guest; some products temporarily sold out in the official online shop! “JJ50 × ANNA SUI POP-UP STORE,” offering exclusive items, set to open in Hakata
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Fashion media outlet JJ and ANNA SUI have teamed up for a limited-time pop-up store celebrating JJ's 50th anniversary, opening at 博多阪急 on May 13. Former HKT48 member Aoi Motomura is scheduled to attend as a guest, and popular limited-edition items that sold out online will be restocked.
Cheerleader versions of Hana Uzaki and Tsuki Uzaki from the TV anime Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! ω are coming as figures.
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AmiAmi, a major hobby retailer, will release 1/7-scale figures of Hana Uzaki and Tsuki Uzaki in cheerleader outfits from the anime Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! ω, produced by MuseMolds. They are scheduled for release in September 2026 and will cost 22,000 yen each, tax included.
[Free; 80% online + 20% in-person] Applications open for the Web Production and Operations / SNS Marketing DX (Online) course, starting in July and running for 6 months
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株式会社クリーク･アンド･リバー社, commissioned by 東京都, is recruiting students for its Web Production and Operations / SNS Marketing DX (Online) course, a 6-month program starting in July. The training aims to help people who have left their jobs learn DX skills such as web production, SNS marketing, and AI use, and support them in finding new employment.
“Kumama Is Tough,” the debut song by the addictive idol group Kumama, has been selected for BSよしもと's May 2026 “Monthly Power Push” and will air as the ending theme for 4 popular programs from May 1.
DMM GAMES' Ayakashi Rumble! adds the limited-time ★5 Asuka and ★5 Futsunomitama! A limited-time Ouma Shurai event where players can obtain ★5 Momochi is also underway!
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DMM GAMES' RPG Ayakashi Rumble! added the limited-time characters ★5 Asuka and ★5 Futsunomitama on April 30, 2026. An Ouma Shurai event where players can obtain the event-exclusive ★5 Momochi is also underway.
DMM GAMES' Girls Creation -少女藝術綺譚- celebrates its 2.5th anniversary! A 2.5th anniversary campaign offering up to 150 gacha pulls' worth of tickets and an event featuring a new Memory are underway!
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Girls Creation -少女藝術綺譚-, operated by 合同会社EXNOA under DMM GAMES, is celebrating its 2.5th anniversary with a commemorative campaign offering up to 150 gacha tickets and an event where players can obtain a new Memory. The events offer players attractive rewards and new content.
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、クリエイティブチーム くまさん、Studio KUMASAN Inc.
【Japan Packaging Design Student Award 2026】Applications scheduled to open on June 4
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公益社団法人日本パッケージデザイン協会（JPDA） has announced the application schedule and theme for the 5th Japan Packaging Design Student Award 2026. Applications will be accepted from June 4 through July 23, with students competing to create original packaging designs based on the theme “WOW!”
【三福管理センター】Repromoting a popular plan with no cost to property owners to strengthen vacancy countermeasures
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三福管理センター is once again promoting a plan that includes appliance rentals and can be introduced at no cost to property owners as a vacancy countermeasure. For a monthly fee of 2,000 yen, it provides a 3-piece set consisting of a refrigerator, washing machine and microwave, and is popular with people on solo work assignments and students looking to keep initial costs down.
【ＥＳＧコンサルティング】Registered as a registered verification body under the GX-ETS system (Phase 2)
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株式会社ＥＳＧコンサルティング announced that it has been registered by 経済産業省 as a registered verification body for Phase 2 of the GX-ETS system. Through verification work under the system, which aims to reconcile decarbonization with economic growth, the company will support clients in improving internal controls and efficiency, contributing to Japan’s achievement of carbon neutrality.
三福管理センター is renovating its shared lounge, “SANPUKU LOUNGE,” to improve its services. It will reopen as “P・SPO LOUNGE (tentative name)” in May 2026. A facial recognition system will be introduced to make the lounge more convenient for residents and property owners.
Booost launches full-scale provision of AI features to support sustainability disclosures, including SSBJ standards
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Booost株式会社 has begun full-scale provision of AI features to support sustainability disclosures, including those under SSBJ standards. AI will be used in 2 areas—data collection and disclosure document preparation—to accelerate companies’ sustainability transformation (SX), improve operational efficiency and enhance data quality.