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PC Kobo Stores Announce “Anniversary Sale” Across Six Locations Starting April 11

PC Kobo will host a special "Anniversary Sale" from April 11 (Saturday) to April 24 (Friday), 2026, at six of its stores: Akihabara Main Store, Akihabara Parts Store, Osaka Nipponbashi Store, Shin-Maebashi Store, Tsukuba Store, and Hamamatsu Store. The sale offers a wide range of recommended instant PCs, PC parts, and peripherals at celebratory prices, alongside various ongoing campaigns.

2026.04.06

PC & Tablets

Life on Products Launches Stylish USB Rapid Charger with 35W PD Support

Life on Products has announced the release of its new "USB Rapid Charger USB PD (Power Delivery) Compatible 35W". This charger stands out with its transparent, rounded design and advanced features, including GaN technology, dual USB-C and USB-A ports, and support for both USB Power Delivery and Quick Charge. Designed for rapid charging of various devices, it combines high functionality with an aesthetic appeal suitable for any desk or cafe environment.

2026.04.06

Chargers

Monthly Report: Gaming PC Market Prices in March 2026 Show an Adjustment Phase

Kidukeba LLC's 'gg' gaming PC search site has released its monthly report for March 2026, indicating a shift in the gaming PC market from high-price stability to an adjustment phase. The report details price movements across entry, middle, and high-end segments, as well as specific GPU+CPU configurations.

2026.04.06

PC & Tablets

caseplay Launches “Pie no Mi” Smartphone Accessories with 6 Designs Across Over 160 Models

caseplay, an on-demand print tech accessory service operated by FOX Inc., has announced the release of a new line of smartphone accessories featuring designs inspired by Lotte's "Pie no Mi" snack. Available from April 6, 2026, the collection includes cases with popular characters Pile and Roxy, as well as playful "Pie no Mi" motifs, compatible with over 160 smartphone models including iPhone, Xperia, Pixel, and Galaxy.

2026.04.06

Smartphones

Garmin Brand Direct Store “Garmin Store Nagoya” to Open on April 23, 2026, in Sakae, Nagoya’s Largest Business & Commercial Area

Garmin Japan Co., Ltd. is set to open "Garmin Store Nagoya," a brand direct store, on April 23, 2026, within the Chunichi Building in Sakae, Nagoya. The new store will offer an extensive lineup of products to support sports, business performance, and health management.

2026.04.06

Wearables

Japan’s OLED Display Market Projected for Significant Growth Through 2031

A new report forecasts the Japan OLED Display Market to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) exceeding 8.5% from 2026 to 2031, driven by increasing demand for flexible, rigid, and transparent OLED solutions across consumer electronics, automotive, and medical sectors.

2026.04.06

Gadgets

Elecom Announces Revival of Masamune Shirow-Designed M.A.P.P. Mouse, Reservations Open Today

Elecom Co., Ltd. has announced the limited-quantity re-release of the "M.A.P.P." design mouse, originally designed by manga artist Masamune Shirow. Reservations will begin today, April 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM JST, through the Elecom Direct Shop and official e-commerce sites of electronics retailers.

2026.04.06

Keyboard&Mouse

Apolnus Ultra S7 Air Purifier, Capturing Particles 800 Times Finer Than PM2.5, Makes Its Japan Debut

Joystech Co., Ltd. announces the mid-April 2026 launch of the Apolnus Ultra S7 in Japan. This popular Taiwanese air purifier model features ultra-precise purification down to 0.003μm, overcoming the limitations of conventional filters to provide a new standard for clean indoor environments.

2026.04.06

Home App

Kyosho Egg Revives Legendary “SUGOI Mop!” and “Gomiba GO!” for a Playful Approach to Housework

Kyosho Corporation's toy label, Kyosho Egg, announces the simultaneous release of the infrared-controlled "SUGOI Mop!" and "Gomiba GO!". These unique remote-controlled cleaning tools, first launched 13 years ago, return to transform mundane chores into entertaining activities, embracing a philosophy of "fun laziness."

2026.04.06

Gadgets

Japan’s Counter Top Water Purifiers Market to Exceed 5% CAGR by 2031, Driven by Advanced Filtration and Smart Technologies

A new report by Market Research Center reveals that Japan's counter-top water purifiers market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 5% from 2026 to 2031. The market is evolving with advanced filtration, smart features, and digital integration, catering to diverse needs across household, commercial, and institutional sectors.

2026.04.05

Kitchen App