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CLINKS Corporation Enhances AI Ventures by Joining Generative AI Japan

CLINKS Corporation, based in Chuo, Tokyo, has recently announced its membership in Generative AI Japan, an organization committed to promoting the responsible usage of generative AI. This strategic move aims to accelerate CLINKS' evolution as an AI-driven company, contributing to value creation through collaborative efforts in artificial intelligence.

Background of Membership

Founded in December 2002, CLINKS specializes in IT outsourcing, system development, AI services, and training programs. The company has been pivotal in supporting digital transformation (DX) for enterprises. With the rapid advancements in generative AI, business processes are evolving profoundly. As an AI-driven company, CLINKS is committed to creating new value by harnessing AI effectively.

The company's approach includes practical implementation of AI technology and systematic sharing of knowledge to assist clients in leveraging AI from development to talent cultivation. In this context, CLINKS has initiated several key projects to enhance its AI applications:

Key Initiatives in AI Utilization

1. Comprehensive AI Talent Development
CLINKS aims to train 1,030 employees to obtain a generative AI passport by June 2025, ensuring almost all staff possess foundational qualifications. This initiative spans across various hierarchy levels, including executives and managers, facilitated by over 50 internal training sessions each year. They have defined four skill levels, from basic AI literacy to advanced AI architects, ensuring tiered skill development across the organization.

2. Building a Secure AI Utilization Infrastructure
The company has implemented its own generative AI chat tool, Nareful Chat, across the organization, allowing for secure AI utilization. Regular security audits and training sessions bolster AI governance, demonstrating tangible results with operational efficiencies soaring by approximately 200%. By February 2026, the company recorded 153 AI utilization cases each month.

3. Supporting Clients in AI Utilization
Drawing on its knowledge and insights, CLINKS offers various services such as Nareful Chat for corporate clients, a data preparation support service named Generative AI Ready, and a generative AI reskilling course eligible for grants. They provide holistic support from implementation to operational integration for client organizations.

For detailed information about CLINKS' AI initiatives, visit their website: CLINKS AI Solutions.

Remarks from the Leadership

Kosuke Kawahara, CEO of CLINKS, emphasized, 'AI is not just a technology but a transformative power that reshapes business and work practices. As an AI-driven company, we strive to enable everyone to harness AI effectively, creating innovative value. As a member of Generative AI Japan, we will promote responsible AI usage across the industry, contributing to the enhancement of Japan's global competitiveness.'

About Generative AI Japan

Establishing itself in January 2024, Generative AI Japan seeks to encourage the use of generative AI through collaboration between industry and academia while developing rules and guidelines to enhance Japan's industrial competitiveness. The organization is led by Professor Hiroaki Miyata from Keio University’s Faculty of Medicine, with a board composed of esteemed experts from academia and leading companies. As of December 2025, the organization has welcomed 80 corporate members.

• - Name: Generative AI Japan
• - Location: 1-34 Ochiai, Tama City, Tokyo
• - Establishment: January 2024
• - Chairperson: Hiroaki Miyata
• - URL: Generative AI Japan

Company Overview

• - Company Name: CLINKS Corporation
• - Representative: CEO Kosuke Kawahara
• - Establishment: December 2002
• - Location: 1-10-7 Hachobori, Chuo, Tokyo, TMG Hachobori Building 10F
• - URL: CLINKS
• - Main Business Areas:

1. IT Outsourcing
2. System Development
3. AI Services
4. Education and Training