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Media : BeSpoke Highlighted in the Spring 2025 Issue of GLOBAL EDGE
We’re excited to share that BeSpoke is featured in the Spring 2025 edition of GLOBAL EDGE, J-POWER’s official magazine connecting with stakeholders. Our CEO, Tsunakawa, is introduced in the “Rising Stars” feature, which highlights promising innovators. The interview explores the inspiration behind our human-centric conversational AI, the journey of its development, and our vision for the future—where technology and empathy work hand in hand.
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BESPROKE Showcases Results in Yamanashi’s 2024 Open Innovation Program
BESPROKE was selected for Yamanashi Prefecture’s "STARTUP YAMANASHI OPEN INNOVATION PROGRAM 2024," launched to promote collaboration between local companies and startups nationwide. Through the "TRY! YAMANASHI!" support initiative, we introduced BeTrained—an AI-powered training system that analyzes work videos captured via smart devices and delivers multilingual learning content. The project achieved a 95% success rate in task quality, exceeding expectations.
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BESPROKE Completes Pilot Project under Tokyo’s 2024 "King Salmon Project"
BESPROKE was selected for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s "King Salmon Project," an initiative that empowers startups with global potential through collaboration with local government. Our project leveraged smart glasses and a custom training platform to support rapid skill development for new hires and upskilling of existing staff. We are pleased to report its successful completion and remain committed to shaping the future of workforce training through innovation.
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Media : BeSpoke Recognized as a "NEXT Unicorn" by Nikkei
BeSpoke has been featured in Nikkei as a NEXT Unicorn, recognized for its high enterprise value and groundbreaking innovation. Our strengths in multilingual solutions, emergency response systems, and Generative AI-powered workforce development—including BeTrained—highlight our commitment to solving key social challenges.
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Event : Mirai MATSURI at UPDATE EARTH 2025
On March 15, we took the stage at Mirai MATSURI, part of UPDATE EARTH 2025—a national initiative supporting entrepreneurs at every stage. This year’s theme focused on innovating childcare and education. As a fast-growing startup, we shared firsthand experiences on the support we've received and our vision for new market frontiers.
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Event : J-Startup Hour – Women Entrepreneurs Session
On March 13, we participated in a special edition of J-Startup Hour – Women Entrepreneurs Session! J-Startup Hour brings together key players from both public and private sectors to discuss startup innovation. In this special collaboration with J-Startup Night, we shared insights on early-stage business growth strategies as a representative startup.
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BeTrained Featured on Yahoo! News
The Triangle Ehime system launch event, covered by TV Ehime, has been featured on Yahoo! News. Held in Matsuyama, Ehime, the event showcased BeSpoke’s BeTrained, a DX solution leveraging Generative AI to enhance training for international talent, addressing regional challenges through IT innovation.
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BeTrained Featured on Nankai Broadcasting
Our workforce development DX solution, BeTrained, was featured on Nankai Broadcasting as part of Triangle Ehime’s Digital Implementation Acceleration Project. In partnership with BEMAC, a leader in shipbuilding, we are transforming training for international talent with Generative AI—bridging cultures and driving digital innovation. Join us in shaping the future of workforce development.
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Event - Our CEO Speaks at NEXs TOKYO
We recently took center stage at NEXs TOKYO's Global Expansion Program, sharing our success blueprint with Tokyo's most promising startups. At this prestigious accelerator program backed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, we unveiled our journey from local innovator to global player, inspiring the next wave of Japanese companies going global.
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New Release: Tokyo's First Para-Sports AI Chatbot Goes Live
We're thrilled to announce our latest innovation in partnership with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Field Dialogue-Based Startup Collaboration Project 2024." Bespoke has developed a specialized AI chatbot dedicated to para-sports, making sports more accessible for everyone. This intelligent system now provides instant, accurate information to website visitors, breaking down barriers and empowering individuals to engage in para-sports activities across Tokyo.
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CEO Tsunagawa Appointed to Yamagata's Industrial Strategy Council
Our CEO will serve as a digital startup expert at the 2nd Yamagata Industrial Structure Council meeting on November 21, 2024. The council will review draft proposals for the prefecture's next-generation Industrial Development Vision.
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Event - Digital Transformation at ITC Conference 2024
We are pleased to announce our upcoming speaking engagement at the 23rd ITCA Conference, hosted by the IT Coordinators Association (NPO), on November 29-30, 2024. The presentation will share our journey of digital transformation from startup to present day, contributing to this year's theme: "Corporate Innovation for Digital Management Excellence."
Read more →CEO Tsunagawa Joins Policy Dialogue with Yamagata Governor
Our CEO Tsunakawa took part in an exclusive policy roundtable with the Yamagata Prefecture Governor and key experts on September 5, 2024.
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Event - JAMA Women Executive Leadership Seminar
We are honored to have delivered the keynote speech at the second session of the Women Executive Leadership Seminar, organized by JAMA, on November 8, 2024. The presentation focused on "Conviction and Breakthrough Power" - essential mindsets for women executives' growth. This seminar series continues to serve as a dedicated platform supporting the development of women in leadership roles.
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New Release: Bebot AI Enhances Yokohama's Official Childcare Platform
We are proud to announce the integration of Bebot, our AI chatbot solution, into Yokohama City's official childcare search platform, "Nursery Search Support ★ Yokohama Childcare." Launched October 2, 2024, this service provides parents with 24/7 automated assistance in their nursery school selection process, offering comprehensive guidance and timely information to support families in their childcare journey.
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Event - Financial Management Academy on Nov 2nd, 2024
We will do a guest lecture at the 15th Financial Management Academy, organized by the Institute for Financial and Economic Research. This prestigious program aims to develop executive talent for regional financial institutions. As a startup speaker, we will discuss our approach to solving social challenges through DX (Digital Transformation) and AI technologies.
Read more →Exciting New Milestone : Bespoke Selected for Tokyo's Innovative Startup Partnership Program
Bespoke is proud to announce our selection for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Field Dialogue-Type Startup Collaboration Project." As Tokyo advances its vision of becoming the world's most startup-friendly city, we have been chosen to develop technology-driven solutions that enhance sports accessibility for people with disabilities. This partnership marks an important step in our mission to create inclusive sporting experiences through innovative technology, with Tokyo Metropolitan Government as our first major public sector client.
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New Release: Bebot Launched for Kazo City, Saitama Prefecture
Starting October 2, 2024, Bebot service has been implemented in Kazo City, Saitama Prefecture, which is Japan's leading producer of Koinobori. The automated response service will be available 24/7 to answer various inquiries about city services and procedures, including waste sorting guidelines and instructions for obtaining residence certificates.
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New Release: Shibata City Expands Bebot Services with Waste Sorting and Civic Life Chatbots
Starting September 30, 2024, Shibata City in Niigata Prefecture, which aims to be Japan's most livable city, has expanded its AI chatbot services beyond parenting support to include specialized chatbots for waste sorting and civic life inquiries. These dedicated chatbots will provide 24/7 support to residents across multiple aspects of daily life.
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Exciting New Milestone: We are thrilled to announce that Bespoke has been honored with a new selection for the 7th TRY!YAMANASHI! demonstration experiment support project.
By providing multilingual training tool generation and AI mentor solutions for lodging businesses that accept foreign workers, we will realize the early development of immediate human resources.
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Bebot Price Revision Notice
Thank you for your continued patronage of Bebot. We are pleased to announce that effective September 1, 2024 (Sun.), we will be implementing a price revision for Bebot. We have made the difficult decision to revise our prices by 10% owing to recent major changes in business operation. This includes, but is not limited to rising labor costs, as well as the rapid depreciation of the yen amidst increasing infrastructure costs. We would appreciate your understanding as we continue to provide our services.
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Bespoke CEO attends Yamagata Industrial Structure Council Meeting
Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa attended the first sitting of the Yamagata Industrial Structure Council on July 30. The council was set up to investigate and discuss the prefecture’s economic activity (industrial structure). Tsunagawa joined the meeting as a council member, discussing industrial promotion measures for the current fiscal year and formulating the next Yamagata Industrial Promotion Vision.
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Media interview: AERA. - featuring our CEO, Akemi
This interview series, centered on modern lifestyles and workstyles, explores the role of female leaders in today's world. Akemi has shared her stories on how she started Bespoke.
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Guest Lecture at Tokyo Metropolitan University.
Our CEO, Akemi, delivered a lecture on their entrepreneurial journey, aiming to deepen the understanding of entrepreneurship among young entrepreneurs. This seminar, designed to inspire and empower participants to shape their own futures, provided a platform for Akemi to share valuable insights and experiences.
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Exciting New Milestone: We are thrilled to announce that Bespoke has been honored with a new selection for Ehime Prefecture’s Reiwa 6th Year "Digital Implementation Acceleration Project."
In the heart of the Triangle Ehime Promotion Project, our innovative multilingual training tool, "BeTrained for the Shipbuilding Industry," has been chosen to harness the power of generative AI. This groundbreaking tool is set to cultivate a new wave of skilled foreign workers, ready to excel in the shipbuilding industry.
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We had the privilege of participating in Japan's largest startup conference, IVS2024 KYOTO.
Our CEO, Akemi, took the stage to discuss "The Startup Ecosystem in 10 Years: Diversity in Entrepreneurs, VCs, and Funding." In this session, Akemi explored the themes of diversity and inclusion from a startup perspective, shedding light on the future of the entrepreneurial landscape.
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Guest Lecture at Koeki University, Tohoku University of Community Service and Science
Our CEO, Akemi, had the honor of delivering a lecture on Entrepreneurship Practice as part of the Yamagata Prefecture Donated Course on Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindsets. This course aims to cultivate individuals with entrepreneurial spirits, contributing to the revitalization of the region and addressing challenges within Yamagata Prefecture. Akemi's lecture focused on nurturing these qualities in students, guiding them to become key contributors to the community.
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Panel Discussion at General Meeting at Micoworks Inc.
Our CEO Akemi, had the privilege of speaking on the future of Conversational AI at Micoworks Inc., the developers of the innovative LINE-based communication platform 'MicoCloud.'
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Guest Lecture at Waseda University’s Entrepreneurial Training Program
Our CEO was invited as a guest lecturer at Waseda University’s Entrepreneurial Training Program. Hosted by Professor Hiroshi Zatōde and visiting professor Tomoharu Inoue, the session provided insights into entrepreneurship and innovation. Akemi discussed key aspects of starting and growing a business, offering a wealth of knowledge and experience to aspiring entrepreneurs. We are honored to have contributed to this prestigious program and to support the next generation of business leaders.
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CEO addresses Venture Cafe AI session
On April 4, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa was a panelist in a hybrid session discussing ‘Frontline Generative AI’. Tsunagawa discussed the past, present and cutting edge of this technology as well as its impact on Japan and the world. Venture Cafe (Tokyo) hosts events and programs supporting innovators.
Read more →Bespoke CEO attends Yamagata Industrial Structure Council Meeting
Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa attended the second sitting of the Yamagata Industrial Structure Council on March 21. The council was set up to investigate and discuss the prefecture’s economic activity (industrial structure). Tsunagawa joined the meeting as a council member, discussing industrial promotion measures for the current fiscal year and formulating the next Yamagata Industrial Promotion Vision.
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New Release: Bebot Launched for Iwate Prefecture to support tourists
Iwate prefecture’s official travel website Visit Iwate has started using Bespoke’s AI chatbot (Bebot) to answer questions travelers may have before or during their trip. Visit Iwate promotes the prefecture as a tourist destination and the chatbot will be available 24 hours a day.
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New Release: Bebot Launched for Ohtawara city to support residents find real time information
Residents of Ohtawara City, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, started using Bespoke’s AI chatbot service (Bebot) on March 21, 2024. The chatbot will be available 24 hours a day to respond to queries or concerns about government services.
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Interview Featured in "Sōgyō Techō": "Rapid Growth Through Timely Solutions in a Changing Society"
We are thrilled to announce that an in-depth interview with our founder, Akemi, has been featured in "Sōgyō Techō." The article explores how our high-quality chatbot solutions, which have been adopted globally by transportation networks and government bodies alike, are addressing challenges and delivering immediate results. As a pioneering female entrepreneur, Akemi shares insights on her career journey and the strategic vision behind our business's impressive growth. Don’t miss this inspiring piece on how we are leading the charge in innovation and problem-solving.
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Bebot Launched at Travel Service Provider
AIR-U, a company that operates a call center for tourists visiting Japan, has started using Bespoke’s AI chatbot, Bebot. The company wanted to be able to respond to inquiries anytime of the day, and to accommodate users unable to make voice calls. With the launch of Bebot, AIR-U can now respond to travel queries or service questions 24 hours a day.
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New Release: Bebot Launched for Tomiya City to help parents find child support information
Up until March 15, residents will have a chance to use Bebot to access childrearing information and resources in the city. If implemented, Bebot will make it possible for caregivers to receive details of parenting support services in a simplified and interactive manner 24 hours a day. The demo bot was launched on February 16.
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Parenting Bot Launched in Kagoshima City
Our AI parenting chatbot not only provides information, it also helps caregivers with child-rearing concerns. In addition to information on support for single-parent families, the chatbot directs users to resources that span pre-pregnancy to a child’s graduation from high school.
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Bespoke Selected as Miyagi Pitch Contest Finalist
The Miyagi Pitch Contest brings together start-ups from all over the country offering exciting products and services related to digital transformation. The event is a space for these entrepreneurs to connect with support opportunities and explore avenues for further expansion. Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa will speak at the final pitch event on February 9.
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CEO to deliver keynote speech at Toyama IT Management Conference
On February 22, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa’s address to attendees at ITC Toyama Open Seminar will be titled “Pioneering the Future of Management: The power of Generative AI”. The event will be held at the Toyama Institute of Information Systems under the theme “Harnessing Data as a Resource”. The seminar will also be streamed online.
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Bebot launched in Shibata City, Niigata Prefecture
Located in northern Niigata, Shibata provides a wide range of parenting support services for its 100,000 residents. Bebot will help people smoothly access the service information they need 24 hours a day.
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CEO featured in leading business magazine
In this BizGate article, Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa discusses being a role model in the government’s push to support female founders under its J-Startup initiative. She shares her motivations for starting a business along with the mindset necessary for growth and expansion. In addition, Tsunagawa talks about how openness and acceptance of life events, such as child birth, can positively affect business culture.
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CEO to give keynote speech at digital awards show
How are AI and blockchain technology changing fashion, entertainment and corporate strategy? That’s the question Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa will be answering in her address at the WWD Japan Digital Transformation Awards on December 18. With the aim of promoting sustained growth in the fashion and beauty industries, the awards will be given to the most exciting tech innovations in those fields.
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Bespoke CEO addresses medical corporation seminar
CEO Akemi Tsunagawa was a speaker at the inaugural Jikei Kaizen Innovation conference held on October 5 in Aomori Prefecture. Tsunagawa spoke to the gathering on using generative AI tools such as Chat GPT to maximize business efficiency. Jikei Kai operates medical facilities that focus on community health.
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New bot launch: Bebot launched in Kuwana, Mie Prefecture
Bebot is now fully operational in supporting the efforts of Kuwana, “a city where you can raise three children”. Bebot provides 24-hour service answering various child-rearing inquiries automatically.
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Registration Open: Ready-to-Use Generative AI Corporate Training
Improve your company’s productivity with “Generative AI for Business Efficiency”. This seminar has been designed using our extensive experience building and implementing our AI chatbot Bebot. Our aim is to demonstrate effective ways that companies concerned about digital transformation can utilize generative AI tools such as ChatGPT to aid in streamlining operations.
Read more →Bespoke to launch DX consulting service for SMEs
Small companies struggling with digital transformation due to a lack of resources or knowhow will soon benefit from Bespoke’s Business Efficiency through Generative AI Support Service. Using its experience building out and implementing leading AI chatbot Bebot, the company will offer on-site human resource development opportunities for these SMEs. In addition, the SMEs will receive advice in acquiring prompt engineering skills.
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CEO to take stage at Tokyo conference for female business leaders
Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa will be a speaker this November at the sixth annual New Conference, a professional development event for women executives. Sponsored by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, the conference aims to provide a network for the acquisition and sharing of management know-how. Tsunagawa will address a breakout session on the topic ‘Tackling Value Creation’. New Conference is an initiative toward promoting the advancement of women. Both virtual and in-person attendance will be possible at this year’s staging.
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Bespoke CEO gives keynote speech at Kanazawa high school symposium
Nikkei and Hokkoku newspapers have both reported on CEO Akemi Tsunagawa’s address to students at an event celebrating the 130th anniversary of Izumigaoka High School in Ishikawa prefecture. The symposium was held on August 25 to explore methods for training individuals to become part of a global workforce. The event was also organized as an opportunity for students to learn about the ideas and experiences of leaders in various fields. Tsunagawa, along with Broadway actor Minami Yusui, discussed topics including how to handle difficult professional situations.
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Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa tries out new Sony wireless earphones
In this article, Tsunagawa talks from a business person’s perspective about the appeal of Sony’s WF-1000XM5 high-resolution earbuds. Developed as the pro-choice to level-up yourself, the earphones offer concert hall-quality sound. In the article, Tsunagawa also discusses the convenience of the multipoint connectivity function when joining online meetings.
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Notice: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa receives selection committee’s special prize at 2023 JX Awards
Presented by the Japan Association for the New Economy (JANE), the entrepreneurship awards recognize the top five executives running cutting-edge start-ups using groundbreaking business strategies. The practices of the awardees are in line with the association’s own goals of driving economic growth through technological innovation. The JX Awards are in their second year, having been established on the 10th anniversary of JANE’s founding.
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Bespoke and AI chatbot "Bebot" are featured in the Nihon Net Keizai Shimbun
Bebot, an AI-powered chatbot that provides information and support to foreign residents in Japan. Bebot is an effective service that can help foreign residents in Japan navigate the country's complex bureaucracy and find the resources they need.
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Event: "Take-Off Tokyo 2023" Bespoke CEO joins panel of tech leaders advising startups on going global
Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunakawa was joined by the heads of AI-based companies Haracus and ExaWizards on a panel discussing global expansion for start-ups at Take Off Tokyo on June 8 and 9. Held in Tokyo's Tennozu warehouse district, the conference and pitch contest gathered entrepreneurs, investors and pioneering leaders.
Read more →CEO, Akemi Tsunagawa attended the Prefectural Policy Roundtable Meeting, organized by the Future Planning and Creation Department of Yamagata Prefecture.
at the meeting,they discussed development measures with the Governor and Tokyo-based experts.
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EVENT：CEO Akemi Tsunagawa attends the 7th Digital Extraordinary Administrative Advisory Committee meeting
At the meeting, the participants engaged in discussions on the progress of efforts to eliminate analog regulations, issues that need to be examined at the Digital Extraordinary Administrative Advisory Committee going forward, and other matters.
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Media：An interview with Akemi Tsunagawa, CEO, was featured in MIZU Management on April 2023.
In an article introducing the company as "the standard-bearer of the multilingual AI chatbot business," the company discusses its current business vision and future outlook, which aims to "create a better society by solving the world's prevalent communication problems."
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Bebot Launches Support for Kakegawa City
Bespoke launched Bebot, an AI chatbot, for Kakegawa City (Shizuoka Prefecture) as a life support service, with Fuso Dentsu Inc. The service will answer various inquiries from foreign residents 24/7 with automatic response by AI.
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Bespoke and AI chatbot "Bebot" are featured in the Digital Agency's "Disaster Prevention DX Service Map".
Japanese government, Digital agency picked up our service on its official site. Disaster prevention DX catalog where local governments can refer to when they want to subscribe to disaster prevention service.
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Notice: BESPOKE and AI chatbot "Bebot" are featured in "100 Startups with a Track Record of Cooperation with the Government" (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry).
"100 Startups with a Track Record of Cooperation with the Government" is a reference case studies collection for local governments, created to promote collaboration between local governments and startups, and to advance local revitalization efforts through digital initiatives. The interview with a local government official features a case study on the installation of Bebot in Hiroshima Prefecture.
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Event: The biggest tech and innovation event "East Meets West 2023"
Join Bespoke’s CEO Akemi Tsunagawa on 19th May, will speak in the conference "Fireside Chat: East-West Founders Stories" addressing the use of AI chatbots.
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Media : An interview with Akemi Tsunagawa, CEO, was featured in Forbes Japan on March 30, 2023.
In a special feature article titled "Experience is the Seed of Business / How startup entrepreneurs around the world think", CEO Akemi Tsunagawa talks about the challenges startups face in global business and her outlook for the future.
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Bespoke Launches AI chatbot in partnership with Hellowork operated by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare.
The AI chatbot, Bebot, provides 24/7 assistance for various Hello Work inquiries including job opportunities, career qualification requirements, and unemployment support.
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Bebot Launches Support for Tokushima Prefecture
Bespoke Inc. and Tokushima Prefecture have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 support for single-parent families, to provide necessary information regarding childcare.
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Media： CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Appers on the Government Public Relations TV show on March 9, 2023.
Bespoke CEO, Akemi Tsunagawa, has appeared on the Government Public Relations TV show, discussing the revision of analog regulations. The show is available on TV Tokyo BS official website.
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Announcement: CEO, Akemi Tsunagawa, has been appointed as an ambassador for the Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network starting in 2023.
With the aim of empowering women entrepreneurs to make meaningful contributions to society and achieve personal fulfillment, Akemi Tsunagawa vowed to use her position to champion the Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network and its mission.
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Media : An interview with Akemi Tsunagawa, CEO, was featured in Nikkei Business on March 13, 2023.
In a special feature article titled "Breaking the Barriers for Women's Salary Increase, Promotion, and Entrepreneurship," CEO Akemi Tsunagawa talks about the funding process and business strategy based on her experience of being asked a surprising question while searching for venture capital investors.
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Media： An interview with Akemi Tsunagawa, CEO, was featured in The Japan Times on January 14, 2023.
She was interviewed about Bebot and her business in SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTS / DAVOS SPECIAL 2023 <Racing toward a new tech-driven vision of capitalism> . In the article she talked about how the AI chatbot aligns with Japan’s drive to digitalize both the public and private sectors while also helping to solve the social challenges of a shrinking labor force.
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Bebot Launches Support for Haneda Airport
Bespoke Inc. and Tokyo International Air Terminal Corporation have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7, multilingual and accessible support for passengers using Haneda Airport Terminal 3, to respond to flight and facility related inquires.
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Event: WOMAN EXPO 2022 Winter
In November 2022, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa spoke at the “Women’s Entrepreneurship, Keys to Success - Women Entrepreneurs Open the Future” seminar, sharing her insights as an experienced entrepreneur.
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EVENT : JETRO “What are the 3 elements needed for a globally successful startup?”
On December 13, 2022 CEO Akemi Tsunagawa participated as a panelist to discuss the topic of diversity in startups.
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EVENT：CEO Akemi Tsunagawa attends the 6th Digital Extraordinary Administrative Advisory Committee meeting
At the meeting, the participants engaged in discussions on the finalization of a progress schedule based on digital principles, a package bill to promote reforms of digital regulations, and other matters.
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Bebot Launches Support for Hiroshima Prefecture
Bespoke Inc. and Hiroshima Prefecture have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 support for residents, to respond to e-application related inquiries and administrative procedure guidance.
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Bebot Launches Support for Kasaoka City
Bespoke Inc. and Kasaoka City have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 support for residents, to answer questions surrounding childcare support, including administrative procedures and counseling for single parents.
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Bebot Launches Support for Sapporo City
Bespoke Inc. and Sapporo City have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 support for residents, to answer questions surrounding childcare support and facilities, as well as available subsidies and programs.
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Bebot Launches Support for JNTO (Japan National Tourism Organization)
Bespoke Inc. and JNTO (Japan National Tourism Organization) have partnered together to launch a multilingual AI chatbot that provides 24/7 support for tourists visiting Japan. Bebot will be able to provide information on inquiries about traveling in Japan, as well as information on safety measures during emergency situations.
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Media: Interview with Akemi Tsunagawa, President & CEO, was featured in the September issue of "Wedge" as part of the special feature "Drifting Government Digitalization: This is how we can change it.
As the digital shift accelerates in the wake of the Corona disaster, where should national policies, digital agencies, and municipal DX be headed? From the perspective of B-Spoke, a chatbot provider for local governments, we talked about unexpected uses of AI chatbots to further enhance the attractiveness of towns.
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Media: An interview with Akemi Tsunagawa, CEO, was featured in Nikkin (Japan Financial News Service) on August 19, 2022, page 13.
In the article, she was interviewed about her business and future prospects in Insight <Ask a Key Person> 41, titled "Taking the World by Storm with Chatbots. In the article, we talked about the opportunity to start the company, the progress of the business, and the features of the service.
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Speaker: Mr. Tsunagawa will speak at "Super DX/SUM" hosted by Nikkei Inc.
Nikkei Inc. will hold the "Super DX Summit," a comprehensive event on the theme of DX (Digital Transformation) in finance, energy, and agriculture, from September 6 to 8. The key concept is "DX combining across industries will change the world," and efforts toward new innovations created by collaboration across business categories and organizations will be discussed.
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Co-sponsored seminar: "New ways to communicate with customers in the future - Thorough explanation of how to utilize websites and AI chatbots! -" Held
Mr. Ryu Shimada, Director of Public Policy Division, will speak on how AI chatbots can promote DX for companies and municipalities.
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Press Release : Started a pilot project with the City of Sendai on a proposal-based, non-contact, non-face-to-face tourist information service using the AI chatbot "BEBOT".
Bespoke The AI chatbot will provide sightseeing information that is "unique to the local area" by combining BEBOT's strength of 24/7 communication with the guidance by Lord Date Masamune of the Date Busyoutai, an Oshu-Sendai hospitality group.
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Media: An interview with Delivery Manager Naoya Yoshizumi; a former prefecture government employee using his previous experience to promote municipal DX.
As an employee of the prefectural government, Mr. Yoshizumi worked in welfare, civil engineering, and industrial support. In this interview, we ask Naoya Yoshizumi about why they made their decision and what makes their current job the most fulfilling for them.
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Press Release: Bespoke will be introducing its AI chatbot services at the "2nd Municipal DX Exhibition"
Representative Director and CEO of Bespoke, Akemi Tsunagawa, will be attending with their own booth at the 2nd Municipal DX exhibition at Tokyo Big Sight from Wednesday, June 29th to Friday, July 1st, 2022. Every year, large typhoons, disasters, and most recently, global epidemics have impacted our daily lives.
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Media: What is it like to join a startup in Japan after 25 years? Interview with Ron Drabkin, Bespoke’s Chief Operating Officer.
Ron Drabkin, a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, advisor to investment firms, and mentor, was appointed Chief Operating Officer at Bespoke Inc. in January 2022. We asked Ron about what brought him to work with Bespoke and what his job entails.
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Media: A conversation with Denis Vazhenin, an engineer who works at Bespoke to research new uses for AI data
After graduating from high school and college in Russia, Denis went on to complete his doctoral studies at the University of Aizu, Japan's first university specializing in computers. After more than 20 years in Japan, he is now working at Bespoke Inc as a senior and full-stack engineer.
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Event: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa attends the 4th Digital Temporary Administrative Research Committee
CEO Akemi Tsunagawa & Bespoke’s sales team attends the 4th Digital Temporary Administrative Research Committee, which discussed comprehensive reviews of regulations about Digital Principles, Initiatives of the Council for Regulatory Reform, and efforts made by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) to understand the "Ideal Policy Formation and Evaluation for the Digital Age”.
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Administrative Meeting: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Participates in the 3rd Digital Provisional Commission for Administrative Reform
CEO Akemi Tsunagawa participates in the “Digital Provisional Commission for Administrative Reform”, together with Prime Minister Kishida, Minister of Digital Transformation & Chief Cabinet Secretary, discussing the progress and challenges of current digital policies.
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Administrative Meeting: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Participates in the 3rd Expert Committee on Innovation Ecosystem
On March 28, 2022, Bespoke’s CEO, Akemi Tsunagawa, participated as one of the members of the "Expert Committee on Innovation Ecosystem" organized by Japan’s Cabinet Office.
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Media: On April 7, 2022, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Interviewed for an issue of Shukan Shincho magazine
During her interview, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa discussed entrepreneurship and the world that Bespoke aims to create, with author Masaru Sato in Shukan Shincho magazine.
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Bebot Launches Support for Yamanashi Tourism Organization
Bespoke Inc. and the Yamanashi Tourism Organization have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 multilingual chat support for tourist inquiries. Bebot will be able to provide information on tourist attractions, food, and shopping, in order to make the Yamanashi trip more convenient and even more special.
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Bebot Launches Support for Hotel JAL City Toyama
Bespoke Inc. and Hotel JAL City Toyama have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 multilingual chat support for guest inquiries. Bebot will be able to provide information on available services, and nearby shopping, in order to make the Toyama trip more convenient.
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Bebot Launches Support for YOROffice
Bespoke Inc. and YOROffice, a coworking facility in Yoro Town, have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 multilingual chat support for user inquiries. Bebot will be able to understand the needs of the users and provide information about what services are available in the facility.
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Bebot Launches Support for Hiroshima Tourism Association
Bespoke Inc. and Hiroshima Tourism Association have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 multilingual chat support for tourist inquiries. Bebot will be able to provide information on recruitment, application, and activities of the "HIT Hiroshima Tourism Ambassadors". One of the ambassador’s goals is to promote the fun attraction and overall tourism of Hiroshima.
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Event: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Speaks at the 113th J-Startup Hour Event
At the 113th J-Startup Hour "Female Entrepreneur Session" held on February 17, 2022, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa participates in the discussion titled "A Future Led by Female Startup Entrepreneurs."
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Bebot Launches Support for Tokyo Council of Social Welfare
Bebot will respond to any inquiries regarding the reimbursement from the COVID-19 Temporary Loan Emergency Funds. The AI chatbot will provide optimal support in accordance with each user's inquiry.
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Administrative Meeting: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Participates in the 1st Expert Committee on Innovation Ecosystem
On February 21, 2022, CEO Akemi Tsunagawa participated as one of the members of the "Expert Committee on Innovation Ecosystem" organized by Japan’s Cabinet Office.
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Award: CEO Akemi Tsunagawa Selected as a Finalist for Business Insider Japan's "BEYOND MILLENNIALS" Award
The "BEYOND MILLENNIALS" Award is sponsored by Business Insider to support the challenges of millennials tackling social issues. source: Business Insider Japan
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Bebot Launches Support for Nikko
Bespoke Inc. and Nikko have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 multilingual support responding to tourist inquiries. "Bebot" will be able to provide information on tourist attractions, food, and shopping to make the Nikko trip more convenient and even more special.
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Bebot Launches Support for Kizuki Business College
Our chatbot service has been launched at Kizuki Business College, which provides support for young adults seeking employment after leaving the workforce due to developmental disabilities. Bebot will provide optimal support in accordance with each user's inquiry.
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Bebot Launches Support for Ise City
Bespoke Inc. and Ise City have partnered together to launch an AI chatbot that provides 24/7 multilingual support in responding to tourist inquiries. "Bebot" will be able to provide information on tourist attractions, food, and shopping to make the Ise trip more convenient and even more special.
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Event: ASEAN Webinar #3: Restarting ASEAN Travel
Bespoke CEO Akemi Tsunagawa will speak on Thursday, November 25th, 2021 from 4-6:30pm JST at the official ASEAN Webinar Series. Tsunagawa will be discussing the ASEAN's post-COVID19 pandemic future.
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CEO Akemi Tsunagawa is Interviewed in the January 2022 Issue of Forbes Japan Publication: Forbes Japan
CEO Akemi Tsunagawa is interviewed by Forbes Japan as an entrepreneur that represents Japan's start-up scene.
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