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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 227 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 47 items from 1 source.
One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.
FRACTO Inc. delivered a 5-sided LED display and immersive experience content to 登別マリンパークニクス’s new facility, “Wonder Box 360.” Visitors can experience next-generation entertainment from Hokkaido, exploring a fantastical underwater world where reality and fantasy merge.
Companies mentioned：株式会社たきコーポレーション、登別マリンパークニクス
Popular Korean rapper BE'O will hold his first solo concert in Japan, “BE’O CONCERT 2026 IN TOKYO,” at duo MUSIC EXCHANGE on May 31, 2026. Paul Blanco will join as a guest, making this a rare event that promises a powerful collaboration between the two.
Companies mentioned：J.E.T.
Hope Bear Inc. will hold ‘GINZA ART JAM,’ an event bringing together world-class modern art, at 阪急メンズ東京 starting May 6, 2026. The exhibition will feature works by 13 world-renowned artists and aims to help visitors find art that suits their lifestyles.
Companies mentioned：阪急メンズ東京、HighArt Gallery LLC.、One Avenue K.K.
Shutaro Oku, representative of EVISION Inc., is set to speak at “Cannes Next,” held at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2026. Alongside 東京大学, French national research institutes and others, he will discuss how AI and advanced science and technology can bring innovation to the film industry, and present a concept for a new platform.
Companies mentioned：東京大学、フランス国立研究所 (CNRS)、株式会社Jizai
ASMR brand “CANDY VOICE” has begun selling the fourth installment in its new “夢見ぐらし。” series, “Class President Saki Edition,” featuring voice actor Ryoko Shiraishi, on DLsite. It features more than 2 hours of content and premium sound design. A 20% discount is available for a limited 28-day campaign marking the release.
FARLIGHT GAMES announced that its fantasy RPG ‘AFK: Journey’ will hold a collaboration event with the TV anime ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ starting May 1, 2026. Frieren and Himmel will appear as collaboration heroes, with limited-time events and rewards on offer.
Companies mentioned：FARLIGHT GAMES
U-GAKU, operated by Crepity, will hold its “U-GAKU English Camp” for elementary and junior high school students at 5 locations in Japan and abroad in summer 2026. To address concerns about studying abroad, it will establish new locations in Osaka and Wakayama in the Kansai region, expanding opportunities to experience English in Japan.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Crepity
GEO Store has finalized and revealed the designs for exclusive bonuses for the DVD and Blu-ray of ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, Chapter One: Akaza Returns,’ scheduled for release on July 29, 2026. The items include acrylic blocks featuring scenes of Tanjiro Kamado and Akaza, as well as stickers. Reservations are now being accepted at GEO stores nationwide and through the online store. The aim is to strengthen the appeal to fans and promote sales of the work’s media releases.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゲオホールディングス、株式会社ゲオストア、アニプレックス、吾峠呼世晴、集英社、ufotable
Apparel maker 株式会社ブランチ・アウト began post-event online sales on May 1 of collaboration items from the popular BL-raising RPG ‘NU: Carnival’ and ドン・キホーテ through its own e-commerce site, ‘HICUL (ハイカル).’ The lineup includes a wide variety of goods, such as acrylic stands and pin badges, providing fans with a valuable opportunity to purchase them.
Companies mentioned：ドン・キホーテ、株式会社ブランチ・アウト、PINKCORE
DetonatioN FocusMe, the professional esports team operated by GameWith’s subsidiary, has corrected an error in its press release about player Rainy’s participation in the world championship. Rainy will compete in the “FNCS Major 1 Summit” with DFM for the second consecutive year.
Companies mentioned：株式会社GameWith、株式会社DetonatioN
INOPET, the pet brand of 株式会社KURUKURU, sponsored products at “Tsuchiura Wanwan Fest 2026 Spring,” one of Ibaraki Prefecture’s largest dog festivals. It provided vet-recommended goat milk and quick-drying organic shampoo, giving approximately 6,000 visitors the opportunity to try pet care products.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KURUKURU、土浦わんわんフェス2026実行委員会、株式会社犬愛
Prime Video’s “シネフィルWOWOWプラス” is making Episode 1 of the British mystery drama ‘Ellis: The Detective’ S1 available free for a limited time on YouTube. The series follows top investigator Ellis as she tackles difficult cases, and will be available from 20 o’clock on May 1.
Companies mentioned：Company Pictures、All3Media International、Prime Video、シネフィルWOWOWプラス
株式会社SKIYAKI launched an official website and fan club for singer SAYAKA on May 1, 2026. Fans can access exclusive content and advance ticket sales, and support SAYAKA’s activities in a range of ways. SKIYAKI connects creators and fans through its Bitfan platform.
Companies mentioned：SKIYAKI、BMSG、Be Girls、HARE
株式会社SKIYAKI launched an official website and fan club for the female idol group si7ria on May 1, 2026. Through the Bitfan platform, fans can enjoy exclusive content and interact with members. The launch will strengthen fan engagement in the creator economy.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SKIYAKI
To mark “Laugh,” her first solo tour in 3 years, beginning in May 2026, Lilas Ikuta will stream the 2022 “MTV Unplugged: Lilas Ikuta” live performance once on YouTube at 21 o’clock on Sunday, May 3. The acoustic performance offers a chance to experience the roots of her music and will be a special occasion for fans.
Companies mentioned：YOASOBI、MTV、キョードーインフォメーション、ホットスタッフ・プロモーション
Original俳優の要潤がJ-WAVEのラジオ番組『KENEDIX CROSSROADS』5月のゲストとして登場。デビュー秘話、L.A.での二拠点生活、大杉漣への想い、そして今後の展望について語る。
Companies mentioned：J-WAVE、radiko
Singer-songwriter Yuka has released the music video for her digital single “シアワセを。” Actress Mei Tanaka and actor Yuto Nakayama appear in the video, bringing to life the song’s world, which is dedicated to a friend preparing to get married. Yuka is also holding a nationwide piano-and-vocal tour.
Companies mentioned：androp
The popular gâteau au chocolat shop “THE chocola,” with a 1-year wait for online orders, is facing the risk of bankruptcy due to soaring raw material costs and losses caused by long shipping delays. It announced that it will revise the prices of products sold online starting May 12 to keep the business going.
Companies mentioned：SERENDIPITY株式会社
The EMBA program at Nagoya University of Commerce and Business Graduate School of Management placed 101st globally and 15th in Asia in the Global EMBA Ranking 2026, and ranked 1st in Japan for the 9th consecutive year. It rose to 18th globally and 5th in Asia for Career Outcomes, earning recognition for the high quality of its education and the career achievements of its graduates.
Companies mentioned：QS (Quacquarelli Symonds社)
Originalファッションブランドantiquaが、毎日0時に新作を更新する「毎日新作」サービスを開始しました。顧客体験を向上させ、"探す"から"出会う"ショッピング体験への変革を目指します。
Companies mentioned：antiqua、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、au PAYマーケット
Kinameru Farm will launch a 4-panel comic series featuring its original character Kinameru on May 4, 2026. The new project will share the everyday life and appeal of agriculture through comics, with the aim of helping more people feel closer to farming.
ファーストイノベーション is supporting an Instagram campaign to boost attendance at the Showa-era pop music event “Showa Night Vol.30 ANNIVERSARY PARTY,” as part of initiatives by 一般社団法人つながり応援. Combining social media outreach with AI-driven operational optimization, the campaign aims to create opportunities to attend and enhance the participant experience.
Companies mentioned：ファーストイノベーション、一般社団法人つながり応援
uka will launch “uka ISHIGAKI LEMONGRASS Outdoor Body Mist” on May 15, with enhanced cooling and newly added lingonberry fruit extract. The product also repels insects and moisturizes, and its new bottle design can be used upside down, making it a convenient item for summer outings.
To mark the 30th anniversary of the debut of Pokémon Red and Green, the “Pokémon Music Festival” will air on May 15 on the テレビ東京 network. The program will feature theme songs from the new anime and performances by renowned artists, with Kanata Hongo and Chocolate Planet as hosts.
Companies mentioned：テレビ東京、テレビ大阪、テレビ愛知、テレビせとうち、テレビ北海道、TVQ九州放送、Nintendo、Creatures、GAME FREAK、ShoPro、JR Kikaku
Original大阪府茨木市は5月1日、H.I.S.、茨木市観光協会、茨木商工会議所と観光振興および地域活性化に関する4者連携協定を締結しました。これにより、各者の専門知識とネットワークを活かし、新たな観光コンテンツ開発や魅力発信を強化し、地域経済の持続的な発展を目指します。
Companies mentioned：株式会社エイチ・アイ・エス、一般社団法人茨木市観光協会、茨木市、茨木商工会議所
Ragate株式会社 has officially released OpenClaw AX, an AI-native workspace for businesses that enables the use of AI within existing chat tools. It provides end-to-end support, from AI adoption through implementation, without costly custom development, aiming to address challenges businesses face in using AI.
Companies mentioned：Ragate株式会社、Amazon Bedrock、Slack、Teams
Original北九州市は、Jリーグ・ギラヴァンツ北九州のホームゲームに合わせて「おしもてなしキャンペーン」を開始しました。このキャンペーンは、サポーターの「推し活」の熱量を街全体で歓迎し、地域経済の活性化と街のにぎわいを創出することを目的としています。
Companies mentioned：北九州市、ギラヴァンツ北九州
The “Nam Nam Wakasa Obama 八ヶ寺 Pilgrimage Campaign” will run in Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, from March 20 to June 30, 2026. A combined admission ticket for visiting 八ヶ寺 is being sold together with a protective hand towel featuring a Buddhist statue from each temple, offering an experience that combines tourism with religious culture.
Companies mentioned：持宝会
Machine Pilates studio “Celestia (セレスティア)” is opening its 15th location nationwide in Himeji on May 1. Operated by 株式会社クリア, it is the brand's first location in the Himeji area and offers small-group Pilates classes designed to put beginners at ease.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリア
Uzbekistan Proud Academy (UPA) hosted a visit by the prime minister of the Czech Republic and presented a mock lesson on training skilled workers for Japan. This is part of an international initiative aimed at addressing labor shortages in Japan and promoting economic development in Uzbekistan.
Companies mentioned：イズミ物流株式会社
株式会社BUZZ GROUP announced that its esports team, “BUZZ e-sports,” will compete in Kagaribi, one of Japan's largest Smash Bros. tournaments, with players Taikei and Hero. The team operates with the concept of becoming “the strongest team, one people look up to.” Using this tournament as an opportunity, it is introducing its current lineup and aims to improve its competitive performance and raise awareness.
株式会社CREATOR'ZZ will open the AI video editing school “CREATOR’ZZ” on May 1, 2026. Its practical curriculum aims to help even beginners land corporate projects within 3 months. The school will address disparities in the AI-powered video production market and build a new creator ecosystem.
Companies mentioned：WEIN / BACKSTAGE Group、株式会社CONTORNO、デジタルハリウッド
株式会社ウイスキー文化研究所 will host “Japanese Whisky Trail,” a tasting seminar exploring distilleries across Japan, on May 9, 2026, with 江井ヶ嶋蒸留所 as its guest. The event will offer insights into production, branding, and maturation, along with a tasting of 11 whiskies, and aims to promote whisky culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウイスキー文化研究所、江井ヶ嶋蒸留所、江井ヶ嶋酒造株式会社
7 items from the 2nd collaboration among the 3 brands Americana, THOUSAND MILE, and FREAK’S STORE will go on sale starting May 1 (Fri.). This exclusive apparel lineup combines urban style with functionality, bringing together appealing pieces that draw on each brand's strengths.
Companies mentioned：Americana、THOUSAND MILE、FREAK’S STORE
Dr. Fischer will run its “Early-Summer Leisure Campaign” from May 1 to 10, 2026, offering a chance to win a JTB travel voucher worth 30,000 yen and eye-wiping sheets. The campaign promotes eye care on the go and highlights products designed to make the leisure season more comfortable.
Companies mentioned：JTB、Meta、Instagram
In early summer 2026, footwear-as-a-“tool for daily life” brands FOOTWORKS and MARGARET HOWELL unveiled their first collaborative sandals. The strap sandals, which focus on foot structure and walking, combine functionality designed to support the body with design featuring plant-tanned oiled leather selected by MARGARET HOWELL. They will be available at directly operated stores nationwide and online starting May 1.
Companies mentioned：FOOTWORKS、MARGARET HOWELL、株式会社TSIホールディングス
The “Rakuraku Production Software” for creating graduation and preschool graduation albums has launched new features using facial recognition AI. It automates checks of how many times people appear in photos and photo searches, dramatically reducing review work in album production.
Izumo Cable Vision will become a JALカード partner merchant starting May 1, 2026, and launch a new service through which customers can earn up to 4 times the miles when paying with JALカード. This will allow customers to earn miles efficiently and use them for airline tickets and shopping.
Companies mentioned：JALカード、出雲ケーブルビジョン株式会社
PANDORA Inc. will release the first official fan merchandise for its original IP project, “Humanity Molting Project.” The products commemorate the creation of avatars for the characters Uka Daiha and Asora Daiha. Featuring items inspired by fan culture, they will expand the participatory world where fans become “those who weave” the story.
The Japanese production of the musical “Mary Poppins” has reached a total of 250 performances. Lead performers Megumi Hamada, who plays Mary Poppins, and Yusuke Onuki, who plays Bert, shared commemorative comments about their memories of the long-running production and their thoughts on the show. The Tokyo performances run through May 9, and the Osaka performances take place from May 21 to June 6.
Companies mentioned：東急シアターオーブ、梅田芸術劇場メインホール
Pro esports team FENNEL has begun working with medical organization Dr.GAMES. The partnership will provide FENNEL players with comprehensive medical support to maintain their health and improve competitive performance, helping them pursue long-term success.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Fennel、一般社団法人 Dr.GAMES
Suginami Public Hall will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026 with commemorative performances under the slogan “20 years of gratitude, and on to the next inspiration.” Co-hosted with 日本フィルハーモニー交響楽団, the program will include classical concerts by renowned pianists and conductors, as well as a special program featuring theme songs from historical dramas.
Companies mentioned：日本フィルハーモニー交響楽団
The Kickstarter project for “Saranaka” dried noodles, jointly developed by 3 long-established companies in Yamagata Prefecture, reached 906% of its goal and successfully concluded. More than half of the support came from North America, providing a foothold for sharing Yamagata’s “ramen at soba restaurants” culture with the world.
Companies mentioned：有限会社皿谷食堂、丸十大屋、太郎兵衛そば本舗
THINGS. Inc. will host a booth at Zepp DiverCity where visitors can experience Paledusk live footage as immersive video for Apple Vision Pro. The exhibit was part of a fan club-only event and received praise from attendees for its high level of immersion.
Companies mentioned：Apple
One of the Kanto region’s largest Okinawa culture festivals, “OKINAWA FES Milafete,” is coming to Hokkaido for the first time. Its debut as “OKINAWA FES Milafete HOKKAIDO” will take place on September 5 and 6, 2026, at ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO. 株式会社レンタコム北海道 and ミラフェート株式会社 are partnering to create an event where visitors can experience the appeal of Okinawa’s music, food and culture in Hokkaido.
Companies mentioned：OKINAWA FES Milafete HOKKAIDO 実行委員会、OKINAWA FES Milafete 実行委員会、株式会社レンタコム北海道、ミラフェート株式会社
Original株式会社えねこは、東京都の再生可能エネルギー関連補助金が令和8年度に1,012億円に大幅増額されることを受け、太陽光発電と蓄電池の導入支援体制を強化しました。初期費用実質0円モデルや無償申請サポートを提供し、補助金活用を最大化することで、停電時も暮らせる家づくりを推進します。
株式会社Kaien, which provides employment transition support services, will open a new office, “Kaien Nagoya,” in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Ahead of the opening, it will hold an open house for prospective users and support organizations on May 15 and 16, 2026, introducing its services and facilities.
マックハウス will begin selling a limited-edition collaboration collection with “Esther Bunny Little,” a new brand featuring the popular Korean-born character Esther Bunny, at マックハウス stores nationwide and online starting May 1, 2026. The lineup will include a wide range of items, from apparel to accessories.
Companies mentioned：マックハウス、ジーイエット株式会社
フォッグ株式会社 has announced an online raffle featuring beautiful illustrations from the game “CRYSTAR” on the “RAFFLE” online raffle platform. Prizes will include an A Prize tapestry and a B Prize fabric poster.
Companies mentioned：フォッグ株式会社、FURYU CORPORATION
Canada Goose opened a new store at 玉川髙島屋S.C. in Futako-Tamagawa on April 29, 2026. Inspired by the Canadian Arctic, the immersive space offers a broad collection for men, women and children and showcases the brand’s world.
Companies mentioned：玉川髙島屋S.C.
“Lilyette,” a sister agency of VTuber agency ハコネクト, is holding auditions that let applicants make their V-Liver debut easily on IRIAM with a character provided. 2 new characters with distinct personalities have also been added. The agency supports aspiring V-Livers pursuing their dreams with a system that draws on ハコネクト’s expertise.
Companies mentioned：ハコネクト、IRIAM、株式会社アナログ / analog inc.
emole Inc., operator of the short-drama app “BUMP,” will exclusively stream its original short drama “My Favorite Is My Child” from 19:00 on May 1, 2026. The human drama follows a mother obsessed with an idol who launches her son into the world of child acting, as her love spirals into madness.
Companies mentioned：emole 株式会社、ホリプロスタースタジオ、世が世なら!!!、obake
Pro esports team “REIGNITE” will hold a POPUP event, “REIGNITE 5th Anniversary Event,” at WATERRAS COMMON on Saturday, May 9, to mark its 5th anniversary. The event will be packed with special content for fans, including sales of new apparel, opportunities to meet players and streamers, a talk show and a limited-edition ZINE giveaway.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コアテック、ZETADIVISION、REJECT、NOEZ FOXX、GAWON
On May 1, 2026, FreakOut Holdings made UDN SPORTS, which manages approximately 180 athletes, a consolidated subsidiary. The move aims to maximize the value of athletes by combining the FreakOut Group’s ad technology with UUUM’s influencer marketing expertise.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フリークアウト・ホールディングス、株式会社UDN SPORTS、UUUM株式会社
OriginalPARCELLE JEWELRY横浜店が6周年を記念し、5月に新作とイベントを発表。髙島屋特別ご優待会での10%割引やアプリクーポンでの彫り留めサービス、限定ジュエリーの販売、誕生石をテーマにしたイベントなどが開催されます。
Companies mentioned：横浜髙島屋、株式会社PARCELLE
Home appliance brand ONPU will launch the 2-way “Jet Stick Handheld Fan” on April 27, for both handheld and tabletop use. Its features include powerful airflow of up to 9 m/s and a lightweight design, combining stylish looks suited to business settings with functionality.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KURUKURU、ONPU
Anison dance performers REAL AKIBA BOYZ will bring the 190-minute mega-special “Real Akiba Boyz Tokyo Gymnasium 2025 Special” to 映画・チャンネルNECO on May 26, 2026. The program features a live show recorded at Tokyo Gymnasium and a talk show about the group’s history and behind-the-scenes stories. The Tokyo Gymnasium solo concert will air on television for the first time.
Companies mentioned：日活株式会社、映画・チャンネルNECO、METEORA st.
ONEWE, a 5-member South Korean band, appeared as a studio guest on the May 1 broadcast of “K-STAR CHART presents POP-K TOP10 Friday,” a radio show linked to “IDOL CHAMP,” the K-pop fan app provided by NEOWIZ GameOn. BTS’s “SWIM” also took 1st place for 2 consecutive weeks, while INI, ASTRO’s MJ and Cha Eun-woo, and AHOF’s JL also entered the rankings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 NEOWIZゲームオン、TOKYO FM
DONUTS will begin streaming “The Dark Side of the Internet: Everything About You Has Already Been Stolen,” a new series by Mr. Urban Legend Akio Seki, on its vertical short-drama app TateDora on May 1, 2026. The 14-episode series brings in cybersecurity experts to explore everyday threats and AI hacking.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トライコーダ、一般社団法人日本ハッカー協会
J-WAVE will air the 9-hour holiday special “J-WAVE GOLDEN WEEK SPECIAL AYATAKA HITOIKI STUDIO” on May 4, 2026. First Summer Uika, Kyoko Hasegawa, Hiroyuki Ikeuchi and Ayumi Uesaka will appear as guests and answer listeners’ questions. Studio performances by Michael Kaneko, Sora Kijima and Penthouse are also planned.
Companies mentioned：J-WAVE、六本木ヒルズ
Originalマイクロマガジン社は、人気シリーズ『大奥の御幽筆 ～最後の恋文～』を2026年5月20日に発売し、シリーズが完結することを発表しました。生者と死者の切なく温かい恋を描いた作品で、電子書籍も同日配信開始されます。
Companies mentioned：マイクロマガジン社、ことのは文庫、スターツ出版、双葉文庫パステルNOVEL、スターツ出版文庫アンチブルー、ポプラ文庫ピュアフル
MicroMagazine Inc. will publish Haru Izumi’s new novel “If I Were Reborn, Would I Be a Dog or a Cat?” through Kotonoha Bunko on May 20, 2026. This much-loved story follows a protagonist adored by a high-achieving man in the real world and by a master and butler in another world. The e-book will also be released the same day, with a special bookmark available as a bonus.
株式会社マーシャルアーツテクノロジーズ (MAT) has appointed fighter Takeru Segawa as a new director. The company aims to drive growth in its sports digital transformation business and enhance its brand value by drawing on Segawa’s experience and influence.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マーシャルアーツテクノロジーズ
The annual Poland Festival 2026 will be held at Roppongi Hills Arena on May 16, 2026. The event offers stage programs, workshops, food and product sales where visitors can experience Polish culture. Admission is free, and no reservation is required.
Companies mentioned：ポーランド広報文化センター、駐日ポーランド共和国大使館、ポーランド政府観光局、在日ポーランド商工会議所
JHBD and Mental Health Technologies will co-host an online lunch seminar on May 13, 2026. Psychiatrist and occupational physician Kensuke Yoshimura will explain criteria for selecting an occupational physician to match a company’s growth stage, as well as ways to ensure a smooth transition when changing physicians.
Companies mentioned：株式会社情報基盤開発、株式会社メンタルヘルステクノロジーズ
Hiromi Yamaguchi of ガウマピクス株式会社 produced the Somi Foods brand commercial, which begins airing April 1, 2026, entirely with generative AI. AI was used to generate everything from the people and products to the music and voices, with a focus on an execution that preserves the brand’s sense of reassurance and trust.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ツクリエ、ガウマピクス株式会社、株式会社創味食品、YOMIKO、Y’s
A pre-opening ceremony was held for D-Career Naha Office, a new disability welfare services center in Asato, Naha, Okinawa Prefecture. The center supports job transitions and return to work for people with adjustment disorders, depression and developmental disabilities. It boasts employment and workplace retention rates above the national average. It is operated by 株式会社エースガイド.
Companies mentioned：デコボコベース株式会社、株式会社クロックワーク、株式会社エースガイド、瑞泉酒造、合同会社コーラルツリー、日経教育グループ
千葉ジェッツ will hold “LAST RUNWAY No. 11 ～FINAL FLIGHT～,” a retirement game for professional basketball player Fumio Nishimura, at Funabashi Arena on June 3, 2026. Current players and alumni will take part, with tickets going on sale in phases from May 12.
Companies mentioned：千葉ジェッツ、福井ブローウィンズ、京都ハンナリーズ、三遠ネオフェニックス、秋田ノーザンハピネッツ、広島ドラゴンフライズ、アルバルク東京、名古屋ダイヤモンドドルフィンズ、富山グラウジーズ、佐賀バルーナーズ、シーホース三河、日立サンロッカーズ、日立サンロッカーズ東京
According to a survey by 株式会社学情, the informal job offer rate for the Class of 2027 stood at 72.7% at the end of April, below the previous year but still at a high level. The job-seeking rate was 59.1%, with a particularly sharp year-on-year increase among science students. The survey also found that students tend to continue job hunting after receiving an informal offer.
Companies mentioned：株式会社学情
Incerto合同会社 has launched “Work Management AI” for remote and hybrid work. The tool automatically summarizes actual computer activity and turns it into objective data for organizational management, addressing the challenges of self-reporting and direct monitoring.
Companies mentioned：Incerto合同会社
The product brand “DAMAI,” launched by SPA DAMAI, is holding a special promotion to mark the 1st anniversary of its basic skincare product, “Damai Cell Reform Skin Lotion.” Customers who purchase 2 bottles of the lotion during the promotion will receive trial-size cleansing and face-wash products.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シティコミュニケーションズ、SPA DAMAI
株式会社エスエスケイ (SSK) and sports data analytics company S-CADE. have signed a partnership agreement. Combining their strengths, they will provide science-based performance improvement support to baseball teams across Japan through “CORISE Sokutei,” an instant-feedback data analysis system.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エスエスケイ、株式会社S-CADE.
Korean lifestyle beauty brand “SISAO (Shisao)” is making its debut in Japan and will hold a limited-time pop-up store at 伊勢丹新宿店. The brand will offer fragrances, hand care, body care and hair care products in a space where visitors can experience its distinctive world.
Companies mentioned：伊勢丹新宿店、三越伊勢丹オンラインストア
SBI新生銀行 announced that it will raise the annual interest rate on 1-year yen time deposits for new account holders from 0.85% to 1.30%. The move responds to rising prices and interest rate hikes by 日本銀行, and aims to attract new customers by offering favorable rates.
Companies mentioned：SBI新生銀行、日本銀行、SBIグループ
Atlus is releasing 3 past live performances free on YouTube in sequence to mark the 30th anniversary of the “Persona” series. The 2nd installment, “PERSONA SUPER LIVE 2015,” will premiere on May 3. A campaign is also underway in which fans can post their thoughts for a chance to win live merchandise.
Companies mentioned：ATLUS
abc株式会社 produced a special conversation between mixed martial artist Ren Hiramoto and former professional boxer Terence Crawford. The event was organized as a surprise show of support ahead of Hiramoto’s comeback fight, as part of efforts to support athletes.
Companies mentioned：RIZIN
Sports Hochi has released a newspaper page featuring the Japan performance of “DxS,” a special unit of popular K-pop group SEVENTEEN, through its “Sports Hochi Convenience Store Print” service. The service lets customers print newspaper articles using convenience store multi-copy machines. Fans can purchase the page published on May 1 for 250 yen at major convenience stores nationwide.
Originalfundnote株式会社は、当初設定額19.3億円の「fundnoteダルトンNAVFセレクトファンド」の運用を2026年5月1日より開始しました。これはダルトン・インベストメンツの海外向け投資戦略を日本の投資家へ初めて提供するものです。
Companies mentioned：fundnote株式会社、ダルトン・インベストメンツ、ダルトン・インベストメンツ・インク、Rosenwald, Roditi & Company、Rovida Asset Management、ダルトン・アドバイザリー株式会社、シティグループ証券、米国シティグループ・グローバル・マーケッツ・インク、日興證券
AndTech will hold an online Zoom seminar on “Application Technologies for TIM and Gap Fillers” on June 23, 2026. The seminar will cover everything from understanding TIM properties in thermal design to selection criteria, implementation and troubleshooting, providing practical knowledge for professionals.
Companies mentioned：株式会社AndTech、株式会社ザズーデザイン
The Housing Construction Web Managers Development Association will hold a field visit tour in Yamanashi on May 29, 2026, to showcase web strategies and customer service processes for construction companies. Participants will learn from the success of 入沢工務店, which substantially increased traffic and inquiries in a trade area with a population of 65,000.
Companies mentioned：入沢工務店、株式会社ミライスタイル
Bandai Namco Pictures will livestream all 50 episodes of the anime “Battle Spirits: Shonen Toppa Bashin” on its official YouTube channel from May 5 to 6, 2026, during Golden Week. The promotion aims to serve existing fans and build anticipation for the new anime “Battle Spirits [Re] 絶界の空,” scheduled to air in fall 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコピクチャーズ、株式会社バンダイ、株式会社サンライズ、株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークス
“Live FluoroSpot,” a single-cell secretion analysis technology developed by 株式会社ライブセルダイアグノシス, has won the Excellence Award at the Small and Medium Enterprise Excellent New Technology and Product Awards. The technology enables highly sensitive analysis of substances secreted by cells at the single-cell level and is expected to contribute to personalized medicine.
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人りそな中小企業振興財団、日刊工業新聞社、理化学研究所、東京大学、AMED、JST、JSPS、埼玉県
Interior retailer Actus will hold “TECTA MIT MARUNOUCHI — Masterpieces of Bauhaus and TECTA Furniture” at its Marunouchi store starting May 1, 2026. The exhibition will feature reissued classics and new furniture from the brand ＜テクタ＞, which carries on the Bauhaus design philosophy, and present ways to bring the pieces into harmony with contemporary life.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクタス、TECTA
The future-focused hub “100BANCH” announced that 5 projects, including initiatives supporting childcare and mobility for people with disabilities, have joined the 106th term of its “GARAGE Program,” an accelerator program promoting social experiments by young people who will shape the next generation. For 3 months, each project will receive a workspace and mentor support as it works to solve social challenges and shape the future.
Companies mentioned：100BANCH
株式会社サンライズ has opened a new “bodywork × café” concept in Okusawa and Jiyugaoka. Combining 姿勢専門院GOKAN＋ and ORANGE BANANA COFFEE, it offers an experience designed to restore mind and body through the 5 senses. The venture is attracting attention as a new healthcare business responding to growing interest in well-being.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンライズ、ORANGE BANANA COFFEE、姿勢専門院GOKAN＋
株式会社結わえる has opened final ordering for its health-focused gifts for Mother’s Day 2026. Centered on “Nekase Genmai,” the selection includes additive-free miso soup and retort-pack curry, and orders can be placed until noon on May 7. The gifts are presented as a way to show care for a loved one’s health.
Companies mentioned：株式会社結わえる
Original株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUSがJ:COMチャンネル「ちばステLIVE！」に出演し、5月30日開催の「湘南美容クリニック presents SBI舞花火 in 千葉・稲毛海浜公園 feat. SKY ORCHESTRA」についてPRしました。この出演は、同社の主要イベントである花火大会の認知度向上と集客に繋がる見込みです。
Companies mentioned：株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、株式会社グレートスカイアート、株式会社TryHard Japan、株式会社ワールドパーク、湘南美容クリニック、J:COM
株式会社アローリンク has developed and begun operating a campaign system to mark the 1st anniversary of 愛媛県伊方町’s official LINE account. The campaign offers coupons and surveys to new and existing users, with the aim of revitalizing the community and improving services based on residents’ feedback.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アローリンク、伊方町
西川株式会社 will open the experiential store “nishikawa Shop 佐賀玉屋 Store” at 佐賀玉屋 on May 2, 2026. The store will include Saga Prefecture’s first “Sleep Consultation Center,” where sleep masters will recommend suitable bedding and sleep environments through individual consultations and sleep measurements.
Companies mentioned：西川株式会社、佐賀玉屋
Toyohashi City will mark the 120th anniversary of its municipal status on August 1, 2026, and will hold commemorative events through the end of March 2027. In collaboration with the local manga “だもんで豊橋が好きって言っとるじゃん！,” the city will build excitement around the anniversary with posters and stickers, and hold a variety of events, including a commemorative ceremony, student-led projects and special exhibitions.
Companies mentioned：竹書房
Originalスポーツ報知は、コンビニプリントサービスを通じて、Snow Man目黒蓮の主演映画「SAKAMOTO DAYS」公開初日舞台あいさつの紙面3種類を4月30日付で発売。全国の主要コンビニエンスストアで1枚250円で購入可能です。
Companies mentioned：報知新聞社、ローソン、ファミリーマート、ポプラ、セブン-イレブン、ミニストップ、デイリーヤマザキ、セイコーマート
マイクロマガジン社 has begun displaying advertisements for the popular mystery novel series “神宮道西入ル 謎解き京都のエフェメラル” on the 京都市営地下鉄. The campaign is linked to the release of Volume 5, and an e-book campaign is also underway.
Companies mentioned：マイクロマガジン社、ebookjapan、Amebaマンガ、大垣書店、京都市営地下鉄
Film director Daihachi Yoshida has been appointed an international jury member for the 21st Sapporo International Short Film Festival. The festival will be held from October 23 to 25, 2026, and Yoshida will present around 20 awards alongside 2 other jury members.
Companies mentioned：NoMaps実行委員会
SkyDrive and NEXCO西日本 have signed a partnership agreement to explore the commercialization of flying cars. Using service areas and parking areas along expressways, they aim to create new experiences through next-generation mobility, contribute to local communities and strengthen disaster preparedness. The agreement is an important step toward the commercial launch of flying cars in 2028.
Companies mentioned：SkyDrive、NEXCO西日本、国土交通省、公益社団法人関西経済連合会
アストンマーティン Valkyrie will compete in the Laguna Seca round of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. As the only road-legal hypercar competing in the world’s premier endurance series, drivers Ross Gunn and Roman De Angelis will aim for strong results.
Companies mentioned：アストンマーティン、The Heart of Racing (THOR)
株式会社NINZIA began accepting preorders on May 1, 2026, for a “Domestic Aonori” flavor of its flagship product, “Protein Crackers.” Retaining their wheat flour-, egg-, sugar- and fat-free qualities, the crackers combine konjac, a traditional Japanese food ingredient, with rare domestically grown aonori seaweed, as a food-tech product being introduced to the world.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NINZIA
The Intellectual Property Acceleration Program for Startups (IPAS), operated by 独立行政法人工業所有権情報・研修館（INPIT）, is closing applications for its first cohort of fiscal 2026. The program supports startups in developing intellectual property strategies and growing their businesses through mentoring by teams of business and intellectual property experts.
Companies mentioned：独立行政法人工業所有権情報・研修館（INPIT）、有限責任監査法人トーマツ
Koike Consulting Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the Start-up Hub at HR Tech Asia 2026, to be held in Singapore on May 5–6, 2026. The event is an international conference on human capital management and organizational transformation in the age of AI, with discussions primarily involving C-suite executives and CHROs.
Companies mentioned：HRM Asia
Sports brand hummel has launched a triple-collaboration T-shirt with volleyball player Tatsunori Otsuka and advanced-material brand MOON-TECH® nature. The fan merchandise carries the message “Be yourself,” with preorders open from May 1 to 10.
Companies mentioned：hummel (ヒュンメル)、パワーバレー・ミラノ、MOONRAKERS (ムーンレイカーズ)、東レ、パナソニックパンサーズ (現・大阪ブルテオン)
Sports brand hummel has teamed up with Japan national volleyball team player Tomohiro Yamamoto and advanced-material developer MOONRAKERS on a triple collaboration. The high-performance T-shirt features the message “Kæmp videre.” to encourage fans, and will be available for preorder for a limited time from May 1 to 10.
Companies mentioned：hummel、MOONRAKERS、東レ