Unlocking New Creative Dimensions: Next-Gen CG and AI Integration Webinar Announcement

Unlocking New Creative Dimensions: Next-Gen CG and AI Integration

On September 18, 2025, Amana Corporation, a leader in visual communication based in Tokyo, will host an online seminar entitled "Next-Gen CG: Evolving Expressions Through AI Integration." The webinar will delve into how generative AI is revolutionizing the creative industry and the significant enhancements it brings to production speed and possibilities. However, despite these advancements, achieving the "refined quality" and "consistency" required in advertising cannot be solely reliant on AI.

In this engaging session, participants will discover how Amana leverages its advanced high-resolution CG technology alongside AI-generated outputs. Attendees will learn that rather than using the AI-generated content as-is, skilled CG creators play a crucial role in refining and transforming these outputs into compelling content that resonates with audiences. The seminar will provide practical insights into balancing AI utilization with quality assurance, featuring real-world examples to illustrate this dynamic.

Keynote Speakers

- Takahiro Okamoto (Producer at Amana Corporation)

Joining Amana in 2000, Okamoto has handled a wide array of production projects, including graphic advertising and TV commercials. In 2016, he founded the VR contents team, promoting innovative communication solutions through visual and technological synergy. During the pandemic, he launched the new service, “deepLIVE™,” to enhance online customer experiences. Currently, he oversees a team focused on hybrid customer experiences.

- Makoto Harakai (CG Supervisor at Amana Corporation)

Starting his career at Amana as a retoucher, Harakai has engaged in cutting-edge developments in virtual avatars through photo scanning technology and apparel CG production. He is dedicated to refining methods for high-quality and efficient visual content creation.

- Akira Maeda (CG Supervisor at Amana Corporation)

With a passion for the intriguing aspects of three-dimensional space and computational aesthetics, Maeda specializes in creating memorable images through full CG production. His research focuses on the fusion of generative AI technologies and 3D methodologies.

- Yoichi Tamura (Executive Digital Artist at Amana Corporation)

Tamura brings 17 years of experience in the apparel industry as a designer and pattern maker. Since joining Amana in 2018, he has been instrumental as a CG director, applying his extensive knowledge to oversee the production of apparel and human CG.

Who Should Attend?

This event is highly recommended for:

- Creatives at advertising agencies involved in production
- Marketing and advertising professionals at firms
- Individuals interested in understanding practical workflow implications of generative AI in production

Webinar Details

- Date: September 18, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
- Capacity: 100 participants
- Cost: Free of charge
- Registration Link: Sign Up Here
- Contact Information: Call 03-3740-4011 or email [email protected]

About Amana Corporation

Founded in 1979, Amana initially specialized in advertising photography before expanding into a major visual production company in Japan. Its capabilities now include steel and video production (such as TV commercials and web videos), as well as CG work (including retouching, 3D CG, and apparel CG). Amana utilizes its abundant creative resources and the knowledge gained from handling approximately 15,000 projects annually to innovate communication strategies that effectively convey clients' messages and engage audiences. The company helps elevate corporate value by combining uniquely developed solutions to support communication initiatives and drive digital transformations.

Amana Corporation Overview:

- CEO: Takashi Kaneko
- Location: 2-2-43 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Established: April 1979
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Employees: 430 (as of January 1, 2025)
- Business Model: Amana engages in various visual communication sectors, including strategic planning, brand design, content marketing, and promotional activities.