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Make Care has signed a cooperation agreement with the Mental Healthcare Support Center to establish a “secondary home nursing” system in Osaka, aiming to provide complementary medical support for children with severe conditions and patients with specific diseases.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Make Care、特定非営利活動法人精神医療サポートセンター
Tsuchiya Kaban brand ATTITU has introduced new items in its “water-repellent lightweight leather” line, including a backpack weighing just 660 grams and a micro bag with an eco bag, designed for the rainy season and changeable weather.
Companies mentioned：株式会社土屋鞄製造所、ATTITU
MIS launched its new label GENERAL LABEL on May 13, 2026, and opened its official e-commerce site at the same time. The new line carries on the brand philosophy rooted in military standards and a pursuit of durability and practicality, while offering bags that combine functionality and style tailored to everyday use in Japan.
Companies mentioned：MIS、株式会社 互興
First Seed Co., Ltd. has released FirstSeed Task 6, a task management app equipped with an AI agent. It can carry out complex task operations all at once using natural language, greatly improving task management efficiency.
Techno UMG has announced NEW VIVILLOY®, a new material that achieves deep black color and reduces angle dependence without the need for painting. Performance testing conducted jointly with Konica Minolta Japan indicated that it may meet the quality requirements for premium car exterior parts.
Companies mentioned：コニカミノルタジャパン株式会社
Originalフィットクリニック調查顯示，僅約3成男性知曉低劑量犀利士（Tadalafil）每日服用法，高達69%表示完全不知情，反映出ED治療新選擇的認知度仍待提升。
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人メディカルフィット、フィットクリニック
Gyutan specialty restaurant “牛たん とろろ 麦めし ねぎし” is making a full-scale entry into the Kansai area. After opening its Links Umeda location at the end of April 2026, it announced that it will open its 2nd Kansai location in the Sanchika underground shopping arcade in Sannomiya, Kobe, in mid-August. It is bringing the flavors and hospitality it has cultivated in the Tokyo metropolitan area to Kansai.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ねぎしフードサービス
Prox Industries株式会社 joined 一般社団法人AIロボット協会 (AIRoA) as an associate member on May 1, 2026. The strategic partnership aims to accelerate the social implementation of “physical intelligence” through the convergence of AI and robotics and contribute to building a new industrial foundation in Japan.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人AIロボット協会、AIRoA、Prox Industries株式会社、NVIDIA Omniverse
Original株式会社Clabo調查顯示，逾6成加密貨幣投資者曾遭遇詐騙，其中20多歲年輕族群接觸率高達75.2%，且實質受害比例達20.9%，顯示數位原住民正成為精密詐騙的主要目標。
Companies mentioned：株式会社Clabo
BEST 株式會社 released a survey report on efforts to eradicate the invasive alien species known as the yellow-legged hornet. It noted that outbreaks remain limited across Japan and provided guidance on what to do if encountered.
Companies mentioned：BEST株式会社
株式會社Mer has launched the beta version of its AI data platform “DataSango,” designed to automate CRM data maintenance and address issues such as duplication, formatting errors and missing information, laying the groundwork for accurate data to support corporate AI applications.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Mer
株式会社パレットグループ has opened TP Ariake, a pickleball court in Tokyo’s Ariake area where visitors can play without bringing their own equipment. The limited-time opening is part of a business model that uses vacant spaces to attract customers and increase revenue. Rates start at ¥490/1H, the lowest in central Tokyo.
Companies mentioned：株式会社パレットグループ
株式會社 LOOV will take part in “Eight EXPO 2026 夏,” held in June 2026, and showcase its AI video assistant “TALKsmith,” a tool that automates explanations and proposal work in sales and marketing.
Companies mentioned：株式会社LOOV、Sansan株式会社、Eight
University student programming community POSSE held its team development finals, featuring a keynote speech by House of Representatives member Takuya Hirai. Students presented the results of 8 weeks of development focused on real-world business challenges, including office optimization and team dynamics.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アンチパターン、株式会社リンクアンドモチベーション
AI startup Lightblue appointed two outside auditors with accounting and legal expertise in February 2026 to strengthen governance and prepare for an IPO.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Lightblue、有限責任監査法人トーマツ、株式会社リデルタ、西村あさひ法律事務所
通販ドットTOKYO株式会社 has begun selling “Old Daisy,” an original Korean retro-design curtain, through its custom-curtain e-commerce site, “Perfect Space Curtain Hall.” The functional product offers Class 1 light blocking, heat shielding and insulation.
Companies mentioned：通販ドットTOKYO株式会社
TBS Television and Kinki Nippon Tourist launched the nationwide version of “My World Heritage Inquiry” in April 2026, turning school trips into inquiry-based learning by incorporating content from the program.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TBSホールディングス、近畿日本ツーリスト株式会社
Rental no NIKKEN will exhibit for the 4th time at the construction technology showcase “EE Tohoku❜26,” held from June 3 to 4, 2026. It will present the latest construction technologies, including “Smart Wash Gate,” “CASICA” and “Ataraan,” which contribute to automating and improving efficiency at construction sites, enhancing safety measures and visualizing CO2 emissions.
Companies mentioned：スーパー工業株式会社
Original中古車經銷商 Liberty 導入 Mico 的 LINE 行銷工具，於 5 個月內達成好友數突破 2 萬人並創下成交率 80% 的數位轉型成效。
Companies mentioned：株式会社Mico、株式会社リバティ、株式会社M-Drive
Gyoza no Ohsho will hold its “Popular Gokuo × Gyoza Fair” from May 16 to June 30. The special promotion offers discounted gyoza with an order of any of 4 popular Gokuo series items. The limited-time mapo ramen is also on sale to popular acclaim.
IR Robotics held the April meeting of “Next IPO Club,” inviting FUNDINNO CSO Mr. Hiraishi to share behind-the-scenes details of the successful listing of Japan’s first fintech platform and strategies for overcoming regulatory hurdles.
Companies mentioned：株式会社IR Robotics、株式会社FUNDINNO、株式会社AlbaLink、株式会社ベーシック、NE株式会社
KOBUSHI MARKETING will hold a free online seminar on May 29, sharing how to build a company’s image through TikTok and turn job seekers into fans to address hiring challenges.
Companies mentioned：KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、株式会社TSUTA-WORLD
MOS Burger and UHA Mikakuto have teamed up to launch “Osatsu Doki! MOS Shake Coffee Flavor.” The new product combines sweet potato chips with the flavor of MOS Shake coffee. It will be sold at convenience stores from May 18, 2026, and at some MOS Burger locations from the 20th.
Companies mentioned：UHA味覚糖株式会社
Mobile accessories brand Spigen is holding a social media prize campaign. Follow its account for a chance to win a MagSafe fast-charging car mount or a vegan leather desk mat set.
Companies mentioned：Spigen Korea Co., Ltd.
ハリウッド株式会社 announced that “roSJy Re bloom Rose,” a sustainable body and hand soap co-developed with 品川女子学院, won the Judges’ Award (Upcycling Category) at the Sustainable Cosmetics Awards 2025. The award recognized its contributions to environmental responsibility and the development of the next generation.
Companies mentioned：ハリウッド株式会社、品川女子学院、日本サステナブルフラワー協会
The telephone answering service “Office no Denwaban,” offered by 株式會社巴爾德克, has expanded its reporting options, adding free notifications via LINE, Teams and Chatwork to improve corporate communications and support digital transformation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バルテック
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ファイブフォックス
株式会社ITreat has completely redesigned the official website for ほしの在宅ケアクリニック, which opened in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, in April 2021. The project aims to strengthen patient acquisition for home care, improve recruitment and enhance the clinic’s brand through the director’s activities.
Companies mentioned：ほしの在宅ケアクリニック、株式会社ITreat
Sodick will exhibit at FOOMA JAPAN 2026 under the theme “From noodles and rice dishes to the future of food.” Marking its 50th anniversary, the company will showcase advanced food machinery, including a continuous vacuum cooling system and a moisture-content monitor for food, as it takes on the challenge of becoming a comprehensive food machinery manufacturer.
YONENOI DESIGN, a Yokohama design company, won two Bronze awards at Italy’s A'Design Award 2026 for its “apple leather coin purse,” demonstrating its strength in sustainable design.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヨネノイデザイン、appcycle株式会社、株式会社オーディオテクニカ
Professional packaging manufacturer berryB will exhibit at the 2026 Tokyo International Beauty Exhibition, showcasing packaging solutions for the beauty industry and offering limited discount coupons and gifts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社DRIVE、berryB（ベリービー）
XAION DATA announced that Shin Matsuyama, head of the AUTOBOOST sales AI agent platform business, will speak at THE COMMIT BtoB Marketing/Sales: Connecting Strategy and Execution 3Days, an online conference taking place May 13–15, 2026. The event is an important opportunity to demonstrate the company’s leadership in AI-powered BtoB sales support.
Companies mentioned：富士通
immedio Inc. has launched “Branching Questions,” a new feature for “immedio Box” that uses AI to guide customers automatically to relevant materials or meeting bookings based on their questionnaire answers, helping reduce the loss of prospective customers and increase existing customers’ LTV.
Companies mentioned：株式会社immedio
Beauty brand Ducato has launched “Baby Pink,” a limited-edition shade of its 4-in-1 nail primer, offering a soapy manicure look with a natural, translucent shine.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シャンティ
中国銀行 announced that 三和紙工 obtained SBT certification for its greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets for small and medium-sized enterprises through the bank’s decarbonization consulting. 三和紙工 will use this achievement to strengthen its efforts to reduce its environmental impact and contribute to the sustainable development of the local community.
Companies mentioned：中国銀行、三和紙工株式会社
Kobe’s TOOTH TOOTH BISTRO&CAFE will begin serving new desserts and drinks for early summer on May 14 (Thursday). Offerings include a mango mille-crepe, citrus tart, buckwheat galette and mint tea soda, showcasing the seasonal flavors of Kobe cuisine.
Companies mentioned：TOOTH TOOTH、PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH
ル・クルーゼ has launched the Blue Riviera Collection, a new color inspired by the quiet luxury of the Mediterranean. The collection includes 5 enamel cookware styles and 2 lightweight styles. A limited-time promotion will also give customers an original knitted bag with purchases of 3万円 or more.
Companies mentioned：ル・クルーゼ、楽天、Yahoo!ショッピング、Amazon、三越伊勢丹オンラインストア、ZOZOTOWN
カシオ計算機 has signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 一般財団法人100万人のクラシックライブ. The partnership aims to revitalize local communities, contribute to society and promote arts and culture through music. It will create opportunities to experience classical music across Japan, including through the use of Casio’s Privia digital pianos.
Companies mentioned：カシオ計算機、一般財団法人100万人のクラシックライブ
The number of bankruptcies in the food and beverage retail sector reached 358 in fiscal 2025, exceeding the previous fiscal year and rising for the 4th consecutive year. With soaring food and utility costs and worsening labor shortages, bankruptcies are expected to remain high, particularly among small businesses that struggle to pass on higher costs.
Companies mentioned：ジュピターコーヒー（株）、株式会社帝国データバンク
Tokyo DOGS has launched TOKYO DOGS STORE, an online shop featuring professional dog gear selected by professional trainer Matsuo Yūjin, with a focus on safety and functionality.
Companies mentioned：株式会社東京DOGS、全日本ドッグトレーニング協会
FCE has launched “AI Organizational Utilization Training and Consulting,” combining AI training, generative AI consulting and AI agent implementation. The service aims to boost employee initiative and productivity, help companies embed AI technology into their business processes and maximize the value of their talent.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＦＣＥ
日本賃貸保証株式会社 (JID) announced that it will exhibit and present a seminar at the “Rental Property Management + Inheritance Planning Landlords’ Festival,” to be held in Umeda on May 23. The company will provide information to help landlords manage rental properties with confidence, covering everything from the basics of rental guarantees and risk assessments to pitfalls in liability exclusions.
Companies mentioned：日本賃貸保証株式会社、株式会社オーナーズ・スタイル、JID GROUP、JIDINVESTMENTS株式会社、ムービングマスタージャパン株式会社、ジョブスタイル株式会社、特定非営利活動法人Standard Opinion Society
Konami Sports will open Pilates Mirror Minami-Fukuoka on July 9, 2026. The women-only machine Pilates studio features ceiling mirrors that let users check their movements. It aims to attract new customers through free trial sessions and promotions.
Companies mentioned：コナミスポーツ株式会社
Linkway and Works ID are partnering strategically to develop the “AI Interview Plus” system, which uses generative AI to automate initial candidate screening, reduce recruiting time by about 40% and provide a mobile application experience around the clock.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リンクウェイ、ワークスアイディ株式会社
The Japan Philanthropic Foundation has opened applications for the 4th round of grants from the Usui Shinji Fund for Passing the Future Forward, which supports children and young people without a place to belong. The eligible area has expanded to 6 cities and 1 town in Kanagawa Prefecture. Grants of up to 200万円 will support projects running from October 2026 to September 2027.
Anaut, which develops AI surgical support technology, has completed a Series B funding round led by Japan Growth Capital. The funds will be used to accelerate expansion in the U.S. and European markets and develop next-generation medical devices.
Companies mentioned：アナウト株式会社、日本グロースキャピタル投資法人、野村スパークス・インベストメント株式会社、株式会社国際協力銀行、株式会社脱炭素化支援機構、株式会社ビジョンインキュベイト、Beyond Next Ventures株式会社、ANRI株式会社、株式会社ケイエスピー
Works ID and Link Way have partnered strategically to launch the “AI Interview Plus” system, offering 24-hour automated interviews and evaluations. The system aims to reduce recruiting workload by 40%, allowing interviewers to focus on candidates’ personal qualities.
Companies mentioned：ワークスアイディ株式会社、株式会社リンクウェイ
SBI Okasan Asset Management announced that its AI-powered investment trust ROBOPRO Fund surpassed 400 billion yen in net assets on May 11, 2026. Flexible AI-driven asset allocation and strong performance have fueled inflows.
Companies mentioned：SBI岡三アセットマネジメント株式会社、QUICK資産運用研究所
Astamuse will hold an online seminar titled “The Future in 2080” on May 27, 2026, with Chief Scientist Nobuaki Kawaguchi discussing the future of life and the mind.
Companies mentioned：アスタミューゼ株式会社
The Asian University Basketball League (AUBL) announced that its second championship tournament will be held in Hangzhou, China, in August 2026, with 12 top university teams from Japan, China and South Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Australia and other regions taking part.
Companies mentioned：Asia Collegiate Basketball Limited、白鷗大学、早稲田大学、北京大学、清華大学、上海交通大学、延世大学、高麗大学、国立政治大学、香港中文大学、モンゴル国立大学、フィリピン大学、シドニー大学、アジア大学スポーツ連盟
日販セグモ has begun selling past Japan Castle Certification exam questions (exams 21–24) online. It has also launched the free online “Araki Murashige Retainer Group Test” as the second collaboration with the film “Kokurojo,” along with a campaign offering prizes including movie tickets.
Companies mentioned：日販セグモ株式会社、公益財団法人 日本城郭協会、株式会社ワン・パブリッシング、松竹株式会社
WeSales AI, a sales support tool, has passed Google CASA Tier 2 security certification and launched an instant corporate news notification feature, aiming to fully automate the process of turning trade show business cards into sales meetings.
Companies mentioned：WeSales株式会社、株式会社ハンモック
The Italian restaurant sakanaya in Hiroshima City is holding a “Hiroshima Ingredients Fair” in summer 2026, featuring limited-time dinner dishes made with local specialties including Hiroshima beef and rare matsutake mushrooms.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本セレモニー、イタリア料理 sakanaya、愛グループ
Dentsu has been named diamond sponsor of “ad:tech tokyo 2026” for 3 consecutive years. At the international marketing conference, to be held at Tokyo Midtown from Oct. 21 to 23, 2026, Dentsu will deliver a keynote and other presentations under the theme “Marketing For Growth,” its next-generation model.
Companies mentioned：Comexposium Japan
Seibu Agriculture announced that its tourist farm “Seibu Agricultural Park Tokorozawa,” which incorporates solar power generation and is located in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, will officially open on June 13, 2026. Reservations for blueberry-picking experiences are now open.
Companies mentioned：西武アグリ株式会社、西武造園株式会社、三菱HCキャピタルエナジー株式会社、ところざわ未来電力
株式会社NEWOLD CAPITAL announced that Shihori Murakami, founder of 株式会社エムクラス, has been appointed outside director. The appointment aims to strengthen the company’s corporate governance and support sustainable growth.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEWOLD CAPITAL、株式会社エムクラス、株式会社リクルートスタッフィング、株式会社インテリジェンスエグゼクティブサーチ、株式会社リクルートエグゼクティブエージェント
Pet brand furfolk has launched its innovative harness “HUGNESS,” which reached 673% of its crowdfunding target. Its V-neck design helps prevent pressure on the trachea, while its quick 5-second fit-and-release design offers convenience for owners while prioritizing dogs’ health.
Companies mentioned：株式会社studio empath
OriginalWebaca 調查顯示，「Web 寫作」是新手最快賺取首個 1 萬元日圓的技能，且約 8 成獲利者結合 AI 工具提升效率。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウェブアカ
魔蛇夢, an unconventional vocalist who surged in popularity after revealing an age of 53, has announced a new song, “For You,” in collaboration with American producer Mineral. The rock ballad, themed around a searing heartbreak, will be released on major music streaming services on May 17, 2026.
Companies mentioned：BandLab
Izumi Yamada, head of the British Ayurvedic Academy, has released a new book sharing detox and renewal wisdom that combines Ayurvedic preventive medicine with modern life, and advocates regaining vitality in body and mind through “subtraction” and “cycles.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社アクシアバイオ、BABジャパン、英国アーユルヴェーダカレッジ
YKT Innovation has launched “Care GO,” an AI documentation system designed for service coordinators in home-visit nursing, cutting the time needed to prepare a care plan from 1 hour to 5 minutes.
Companies mentioned：株式会社YKT Innovation、ヘルパーステーションにじいろ、ネコロボマン株式会社
Japanese bag brand YOUTA is celebrating its 20th anniversary with the limited-edition “20th Shikkoku Lizard” Dulles bag, combining Fukui’s Echizen lacquerware with the craftsmanship of Toyooka, Hyogo.
Companies mentioned：有限会社ベーシック、YOUTA
The married R&B duo 真之介＆石川マリー will release their new song “Onyx,” incorporating UK garage and Jersey club, on May 13, 2026. The song, themed around black and pain, carries a message of accepting one’s imperfect self.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ANS FACTORY
AxiaNext株式会社 has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Makuake to bring its “N3M” mechanical wristwatch, featuring a full-ceramic case and skeleton construction, to Japan. The product responds to market demand for design and the pleasure of ownership.
Companies mentioned：Makuake、ROGBID
Atlie株式會社 has launched a “thinking ad” promotional service in conjunction with the “Beans” prediction market app, encouraging users to learn more about brands through product knowledge quizzes and predictions.
Companies mentioned：Atlie株式会社
株式会社FOXON introduced an AI-assisted defect report writing system at ミズタニバルブ工業, reducing report preparation time from half a day to 1 hour and standardizing the quality of reports produced by junior employees. The AI turns veteran employees’ know-how into an organizational asset, helping address the skills-transfer challenges facing Japan’s manufacturing industry.
Companies mentioned：ミズタニバルブ工業株式会社
合同会社イデオモーター will open a new tea shop, “利茶 - Rita,” in Shizuoka City on May 18, 2026. Combining Shizuoka’s tea culture with employment support for people with disabilities, the shop will offer an innovative menu including green tea cola and tea jelly drinks, creating a community space for cross-sector collaboration.
Companies mentioned：合同会社イデオモーター、Duo Partner Design合同会社
On May 12, 2026, イングクラウド launched “アノケン,” a new service providing end-to-end support for machine-learning dataset creation, annotation and reinforcement learning. It meets the needs of the increasingly sophisticated generative AI market and is distinguished by its high-quality data to accelerate AI development.
Miratec Drone and 技術開発コンサルタント have formed a business partnership, combining drone-based point-cloud capture and CIM modeling technology to offer a one-stop surveying solution addressing labor shortages in the construction industry.
Companies mentioned：株式会社技術開発コンサルタント、株式会社ミラテクドローン、株式会社ミライト・ワン
Nissin Foods will launch a new commercial for its “Complete Nutrition Bread” on May 13, 2026, starring comedian Atsuhiro Tsuda and Miui Moriya and highlighting the balance of 33 nutrients and great taste.
Companies mentioned：日清食品株式会社
The immersive festival “SECRET BASE JAM 2026,” combining music and camping, will be held on Oct. 3, 2026, in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture. In addition to live music, the inclusive event will feature camping, community engagement and welfare initiatives. Early-bird tickets are on sale.
Companies mentioned：ogawa、ogawa GRAND lodge FIELD、合同会社BOND
Flyby Co., Ltd. has launched an “Event Communicator Staffing Service” to support visitor services at exhibitions, MICE events and other gatherings. The service assigns the most suitable personnel based on each event’s objectives and visitor demographics, delivering a smooth, high-quality event experience.
Original株式会社アメリカンネットサービスが運営するメダリオン・ベルグラビアリゾートは、愛犬同伴イベント「メダリオン・ドッグフェス」の第2弾情報を発表しました。広大なゴルフリゾートを舞台に、愛犬と宿泊・食事・アクティビティを共にできる滞在型体験を提供し、愛犬家同士の交流を促進します。
Companies mentioned：株式会社アメリカンネットサービス、メダリオン・ベルグラビアリゾート
Original大阪市港区弁天町にフォカッチャ専門カフェ「今日も今日とてフォカッチャ」が2026年5月21日にグランドオープンします。看板商品「こぼれ枝豆フォカッチャ」の無料試食会や全品半額プレオープンも開催され、クラウドファンディングで資金を調達し、地域住民との壁ペインティングイベントを通じて、地域密着型のカフェを目指しています。
A former physical therapist for 鹿島アントラーズ has developed “MARNEM,” a pillow with a patented structure designed to ease strain on the neck during sleep. Rather than focusing on conventional “height,” it is designed around the “angle of the neck,” with an angle of about 15 degrees, surface-based support and a new material.
Companies mentioned：眠り製作所、鹿島アントラーズ、sioオーダーメイド整体院
Former baseball player Harusuke Ueno, once told he would be paralyzed for life, will take on the 2026 Honolulu Marathon, walking the full 42 kilometers to demonstrate his determination to rebuild his life.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Revive
ICHI 縁, an entire-house rental inn in a renovated traditional home at the foot of Mount Fuji that welcomes animals, has begun selling its rainy-season-only lodging plan, “A Lavender Stay with Your Animal Family.” The plan offers a special experience, allowing guests to enjoy the lavender at Oishi Park and spectacular views of Mount Fuji with their pets.
Companies mentioned：ICHI 縁、ICHI、月ト葉
株式会社U-AND representative Sayaka Ando will hold a free seminar in Fukuoka on May 27, explaining that the main reason Instagram efforts fail to bring in customers is a lack of connection with Google Maps. She will also share practical advice on designing pathways to increase visits.
Companies mentioned：株式会社U-AND
食事処GOEN in Jiyugaoka, Tokyo, will launch a limited-time “Fried Horse Mackerel Wrapped in Aromatic Vegetables,” a new-style dish that is easy to enjoy even in the summer heat. Homemade plum-and-ginger miso and aromatic vegetables give the fried dish a light texture.
Arashiyama’s celebrated 嵐山ぎゃあてい will mark its 30th anniversary with a 3-day appreciation festival starting May 14, 2026. The event will feature a prize drawing for fully free meals, the return of limited-edition dishes and original LINE stickers.
Companies mentioned：有限会社賞嵐観光、嵐山ぎゃあてい
The “First Tapeout” project by the general incorporated association OpenSUSI has been selected for a grant under the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s “AKATSUKI Project.” It will develop young talent with the full range of skills needed, from semiconductor design to chip prototyping.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人OpenSUSI、株式会社AIST Solutions、経済産業省、ChipFoundry、NSW株式会社、株式会社日立産業制御ソリューションズ、株式会社プリバテック、国立研究開発法人産業技術総合研究所
株式会社ファンヴォイス has launched an “AI Telemarketing System” that uses automated calls and prospect screening to help sales representatives avoid the stress of rejection and improve customer acquisition efficiency.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファンヴォイス
株式会社metalab. has published an interview about asbestos surveys with safety management directors from 丹青社 and Alfred. The article emphasizes the importance of managing asbestos survey records and coordinating among stakeholders during renovation work.
Companies mentioned：株式会社丹青社、株式会社アルフレッド
伊勢形紙協同組合 will hold “Ise Katagami Tokyo Exhibition 2026” in Tokyo from June 12 to 14, 2026, showcasing works created in collaboration with a television drama and newly developed traditional craft goods for everyday life.
Companies mentioned：伊勢形紙協同組合
“PAST,” the second chapter of Kaori Mochida’s live tour project “TOKYO TOUR TRILOGY,” will be held at Tokyo Kinema Club on Oct. 11, 2026. Unlike the first chapter, it will create a space focused on heat and physical sensation. Official advance ticket sales begin today, and a cashback campaign will also be held exclusively for Kaori Mochida card members.
Companies mentioned：Forko、HOT STUFF PROMOTION、NOTE
株式会社グリーンメディカル began making ongoing donations to 3 international aid organizations in January 2026 as part of its CSR activities. It is bringing to the front lines around the world its commitment to medical support, developed through its medical equipment reuse business.
Companies mentioned：セーブ・ザ・チルドレン、国境なき医師団
Top Career, which operates “Pilates Studio BB,” has released survey findings showing that 95.3% of members with severe physical concerns experienced significant improvement in posture and pain after continuing one-on-one Pilates machine sessions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トップキャリア、ピラティススタジオBB
株式會社 DAPPLES’s exterior construction estimate platform “GAIKO LAB” has introduced generative AI and launched a simulator that automatically designs the best plan based on a budget, addressing information gaps in the renovation market.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダップルス
Softech has published the second installment in its “Thinking About Libraries in 2030” series. It describes how libraries around the world are changing from “places to read books quietly” into “places where people gather and spend time,” and offers clues for Japan as it looks to the future.
CAD ASSIST will launch the first CPDS-accredited online training course for System Metrix’s CAD software “IJCAD” nationwide in 2026. The course aims to improve the practical efficiency of CAD operators in the civil engineering field.
Companies mentioned：システムメトリックス株式会社
The luxury inn 天ノ寂 in Kamiamakusa, Kumamoto, will host a high-end dining event combining Japanese and French cuisine in September 2026. Chef Jun Anshoin and French chef Yuya Omori will team up to offer a limited number of seats.
Companies mentioned：有限会社 竜宮、天ノ寂、OHMORI
OriginalBlackpanda 與 SB C&S 合作推出加強版「IR-1」資安事件應變服務，免費附帶三井住友海上最高 1,000 萬日圓的資安保險。
Companies mentioned：BLACKPANDA JAPAN株式会社、SB C&S株式会社、三井住友海上火災保険株式会社
株式会社B級グルメ研究所 will hold the grand opening of its popular Sapporo soup curry restaurant, 札幌スープカリーキング吉祥寺店, in Tokyo on May 23, 2026. The restaurant’s first Tokyo location aims to make soup curry, a Hokkaido specialty, an everyday meal nationwide.
秦精工 and 吉川製作所 in Shimane Prefecture have successfully developed and machined a key air intake component for JAXA’s next-generation air-breathing ion engine (ABIE-X). The technology, which enables fuel to be sourced in space, is a world first.
Companies mentioned：秦精工株式会社、株式会社𠮷川製作所、宇宙航空研究開発機構（JAXA）
Ikebukuro design hotel hotel hisoca ikebukuro will completely revamp its breakfast menu starting in May 2026, introducing 4 set meals under the theme “A gentle breakfast in your room.” The menu includes toast dishes created in collaboration with the renowned bakery Bread, Espresso & and Taiwanese seafood congee.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヤスダ、パンとエスプレッソと、Brasserie Laiton
The Different Kyomachibori Art Fair will be held in Osaka’s Kyomachibori in 2026. Entries are now open to next-generation creators, and the fair has invited international judges to offer opportunities to showcase work in Asia.
Companies mentioned：株式会社チグニッタ、株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、株式会社タグボート、株式会社ケンエレファント
株式会社パンクス will launch 2 new handheld fans featuring popular Miffy characters in late April. The lineup includes a model with a cooling plate and a flower-shaped 2-way model. They will be sold at retailers and online shops nationwide for consumers seeking ways to beat the summer heat and stylish designs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社パンクス、Köta ココロくすぐる北欧雑貨
KAISER ENTERPRISE, operator of the luxury hotel UNJOUR TOKYO, announced that it has placed a large outdoor advertisement in Roppongi after ranking first in 5 categories, including renovation costs and floor space, in the area.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カイザーエンタープライズ、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構
Herix has partnered with major trading company Sojitz to launch a proof-of-concept project on the use of AI in M&A and subsidiary management. The project aims to improve operational efficiency and make use of historical data through generative AI.
Companies mentioned：双日株式会社
目利き医ノ助, a management support service for medical institutions, will hold an online seminar on May 14, 2026, explaining the break-even point and use cases for online medical consultations. The seminar will focus on the strategic adoption and operation of online consultations following the revision of medical fees.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Wrusty、中央ビジコム株式会社