Curated AI News from Japan · 2026-08-04
10 of 133 Japanese-language candidates. Sources are a hand-picked whitelist, the ordering comes from model scoring, and the bar is whether it is useful to someone building AI in Japan — each entry says why we picked it. Most of this exists only in Japanese and never surfaces in English-language feeds.
SNOWFLAKE WORLD TOUR TOKYO 2026 AIは、もう"実験"ではない。日本を代表する40社超が、"稼働中"のAIを語る2日間
Snowflake announced the two-day event and released a promotional image.
Why choose itA major AI conference with registration open, offering a strong opportunity to connect with industry peers.
Relic、lotsful、Pro3Lab、8月26日(水)17:30より日比谷パークフロントで「AI時代をどう生きる？属人化からの脱却！AIによる社内ナレッジ活用DX事例」を3社共催
The three companies will present DX cases on reducing dependence on individuals and using internal knowledge with AI.
Why choose itA Japan-focused event featuring practical AI case studies, with registration available.
Sakana AI、日本に特化したAIモデル「Sakana Namazu」提供開始
Sakana AI launched the Japanese-focused LLM “Sakana Namazu” on August 3. API pricing is $0.95 per 1M input tokens and $4 per 1M output tokens, with no setup or monthly fees. Enterprise plans support billing in yen.
Why choose itSakana AI has released APIs for new models tailored to Japan, with transparent pricing and direct integration options.
x3d、「AI社員作成キット」を無料配布開始 ― AI開発者向け「AIDDエントリー研修」も公開
x3d has released a free kit for companies to build their own “AI employee” agents, alongside introductory AIDD training for AI developers.
Why choose itDevelopers can immediately download and try a free kit for building AI-powered digital employees.
ChatGPT・Claude・Gemini を“自社専用AI”に。社内文書を根拠に引用付きで答える企業向けAIプラットフォーム「CAP」を正式リリース
株式会社GSI launched 「CAP」, enabling companies to securely use generative AI and produce cited answers grounded in internal documents.
Why choose itThis newly launched enterprise AI platform integrates leading models for the Japanese market. Applications are open, making it a practical option for teams evaluating production deployments.
2025年度GENIAC採択事業において収集・開発したロボット動作データセットおよびロボット基盤モデルを一般公開
On July 31, 2026, AIRoA publicly released a robot motion dataset and foundation model collected and developed under a Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO program.
Why choose itOfficial datasets and models are publicly available for immediate use.
【一般社団法人日本ディープラーニング協会】AIガバナンス第三者認証制度を創設 「C認証（AI Governance Core Certification）」を8月4日から運用開始
JDLA will launch 「C認証（AI Governance Core Certification）」 on August 4 to independently certify AI governance frameworks at companies and local governments.
Why choose itJDLA’s new AI governance certification could directly affect companies developing or deploying AI in Japan. Eligible organizations can apply now.
【無料ウェビナー】ダイハツ×ホンダ×テラデータ｜AIはクルマの開発をどう変え、組織はどう変わるのか｜9月2日(水)13:30～ライブ配信
ReVision Auto&Mobility: Event promotional image.
Why choose itA Japan-based event focused on AI development in the automotive industry, with registration open.
Helpfeel、「AI・人工知能EXPO NEO」に出展
Helpfeel will exhibit at Tokyo International Forum on August 5–6, 2026, showcasing solutions that use knowledge to accelerate real-world AI adoption.
Why choose itAI EXPO takes place August 5–6, with exhibitor and attendee applications still open—but deadlines are approaching.
AI小規模コンクリート点検システム「GENBA-Doctor」を提供開始
株式会社イクシス has launched “GENBA-Doctor,” an AI-based small-scale concrete inspection system that uses smartphones.
Why choose itA new AI-powered concrete inspection service is now available for purchase, offering a practical option for Japan’s infrastructure sector.