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Introduction to Vision Service's Initiative

Vision Service, based in Minato, Tokyo, is on the verge of making innovations in tourism at the upcoming TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026, scheduled for July 23, 2026. The company, led by CEO Hideo Yashiro, will host a mini-session presentation focused on solutions for inbound tourism challenges faced by startups. Along with the presentation, they will also exhibit their booth at the event.

At this event, Vision Service will highlight the results of their tourism DX (Digital Transformation) demonstration carried out in collaboration with Yaizu City. This work is part of Shizuoka Prefecture’s initiative named "SHIZUOKA INBOUND TOURISM INNOVATION 2025." They will discuss how they have utilized technology to enhance the experience for foreign tourists.

AI-Powered Tourism in Yaizu City

The collaboration between Vision Service and Yaizu City aims to improve the reception environment for foreign tourists. As part of this tourism DX initiative, QR codes have been installed at various local attractions, including the Yaizu Fish Center and the Yaizu City Tourism Association. Visitors can utilize a multilingual AI chatbot to access information about local attractions, dining options, transportation, and events. This platform not only provides assistance but also collects and analyzes user logs and access data to gauge traveler interests and behaviors.

Through the analysis of questions and usage trends from tourists, the AI chatbot demonstrates its potential not just as a tourism guide, but also as a tool for understanding local needs and informing tourism policy decisions.

Identifying New Challenges

Despite the positive findings, the demonstration shed light on crucial challenges. The quality of answers provided by the AI chatbot significantly relies on the quality of the reference information available. In recent years, tourists have increasingly shifted from traditional search engines to generative AI platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini for obtaining tourism-related information. Therefore, for AI to deliver appropriate answers, it is more important than ever for local governments, tourism associations, and businesses in the tourism sector to offer official information that is well-organized and up to date.

Vision Service views this challenge as part of "Regional Information Structuring in the AI Search Era," and is actively working to support robust frameworks for disseminating local information alongside AI chatbot operations.

Demonstrating the AI Search Optimization Tool

During TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026, attendees will have the opportunity to view a demonstration of the AIO Structured Data Optimizer MVP (AI Search Optimization Diagnostic Tool). This tool analyzes web pages and provides insights into the information structure that facilitates understanding by AI systems. Participants will learn about effective information architecture that AI can readily access and interpret.

Vision Service's Commitment to Local Information Infrastructure

Beyond just introducing AI chatbots, Vision Service is committed to comprehensive support for local governments and tourism-related businesses. This includes organizing information presented on websites, developing multilingual content, addressing the nuances of AI search, and analyzing operational data post-implementation. Their holistic approach aims to support sustainable tourism DX practices, emphasizing the importance of ongoing infrastructure improvement for "correctly communicating information" to both AI systems and travelers alike.

Future Prospects

Leveraging the insights gained from their time working in Yaizu City, Vision Service plans to further develop its offerings by collaborating with local governments, tourism associations, Destination Management Organizations (DMOs), hotels, and restaurants. Their aim is to integrate AI chatbots, multilingual content, data analytics, and proper information structuring adapted to the AI search landscape. Through this concerted effort, they hope to create a suitable environment for delivering accurate regional information to travelers and AI alike, thus contributing to the establishment of a sustainable framework for inbound tourism.

Event Details

• - Event Name: TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026
• - Date: July 23, 2026
• - Venue: Granship Large Hall, Higashi Shizuoka, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City
• - Organizer: TECH BEAT Shizuoka Executive Committee (Secretariat: Shizuoka Prefecture, Shizuoka Bank)
• - Website: TECH BEAT Shizuoka
• - Exhibitor: Vision Service Co., Ltd.
• - Mini-Session: Presentation of Inbound Solutions by Startups (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)

Main Exhibits:

• - Achievements of Tourism DX in Yaizu City
• - Multilingual AI Tourism Chatbot
• - Tourism Analysis Dashboard Using Utilization Data
• - AI Search Optimization Diagnostic Tool (Demonstration Version)

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Vision Service Co., Ltd.
• - Location: Higashi Shimbashi, Minato, Tokyo
• - CEO: Hideo Yashiro
• - Business Activities: AI tourism DX, chatbot development, data analysis, specialized services for broadcasting and advertising companies
• - Website: Vision Service