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Retrieval to Shine at YANS2026 as a Platinum Sponsor

Retrieval, headquartered in Toshima, Tokyo, with CEO Takuya Taguchi, has announced its participation in the 21st Young Researchers Symposium on Language Processing (YANS2026) as a platinum sponsor. This significant event will be held from August 16 to 18, 2026, at the Sendai International Center. The symposium aims to bring together young researchers and provide them with platforms to exchange ideas, foster connections, and explore career development paths in the rapidly evolving field of natural language processing (NLP) and AI.

Supporting Young Researchers: The Reason Behind Sponsorship

Retrieval's involvement as a sponsor stems from its commitment to advancing AI's practical applications within companies, particularly through integrating natural language processing, machine learning, and search technologies. As generative AI and large-scale language models continue to evolve, the potential use cases for natural language processing technologies are expanding rapidly. Retrieval believes that facilitative opportunities for the next generation of researchers and engineers to collaborate, irrespective of organizational or disciplinary boundaries, are crucial for accelerating technological advancements and ensuring effective societal implementation.

YANS prioritizes creating a space for emerging researchers, especially students, to connect with peers in their fields and engage with professionals from both academia and industry regarding their future career paths. In 2024, 411 participants attended, followed by 570 in 2025, making it a prominent gathering for students and young researchers alike.

By aligning with this vision, Retrieval aims to support interactions and growth for budding researchers and engineers and extend the connection between NLP research and real-world applications.

Exhibit Details

At the Retrieval booth during the conference, attendees will have the chance to explore panels that highlight the company’s initiatives in NLP and AI. Our expert researchers and engineers will be present to discuss Retrieval’s research and development work in NLP technology, societal impacts, and collaborative AI projects with industry partners. Students and emerging researchers interested in NLP, generative AI, or corporate R&D are warmly invited to visit the Retrieval booth.

Special Session Spotlight: Career Decision-Making

On August 18, 2026, during a special session titled “Career Decision-Making: Choices and Turning Points,” Retrieval’s Tomohiro Katsumata, in collaboration with distinguished peers from academia, will engage in an insightful panel discussion. This session will reflect on various career touchpoints experienced by young and mid-level researchers and professionals, addressing pathways related to education, employment transitions, and research theme selections. Participants will benefit from multiple perspectives as they discuss these pivotal moments in their careers.

• - Date & Time: August 18, 2026, 17:00 - 17:45
• - Session Theme: Career Decision-Making: Choices and Turning Points
• - Panelists (Alphabetical Order):

- Tomohiro Katsumata (Retrieval/Tokyo University of Science)
- Yusuke Sakai (Nara Institute of Science and Technology)
- Masato Mita (Recruit Co., Ltd. / University of Tokyo)

About YANS2026

The Young Researchers Symposium on Language Processing (YANS) is designed to promote research and technological development among young researchers and technicians in natural language processing, computational linguistics, and allied fields. The upcoming YANS2026, under the theme “Beyond the Young,” aims to enhance understanding of NLP research trajectories and the long-term career pathways for researchers and technicians. The event will feature various activities, including hackathons, tutorial sessions, poster presentations, sponsor showcases, and networking opportunities.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: 21st Young Researchers Symposium on Language Processing (YANS2026)
• - Dates: August 16 - 18, 2026
• - Venue: Sendai International Center, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi
• - Organizer: Language Processing Society Young Researchers Support Project YANS
• - Official Website: YANS2026 Official Site

About Retrieval

Retrieval is dedicated to transforming AI use within businesses, guided by the purpose of “Co-evolution.” We support companies from strategizing AI utilization to developing and operating Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems and AI agents. By leveraging our strengths in natural language processing, we help ensure organizations can safely and effectively implement AI technologies to serve their needs.

Location: 1-11-1 Nishiikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo, 14th Floor, Metropolitan Plaza Building, inside WeWork
CEO: Takuya Taguchi
Business Focus: Research, development, sales, implementation, and support of software using natural language processing and machine learning
Corporate Website: Retrieval Corporate Site

Join Us at Retrieval

Retrieval is continually seeking passionate individuals to join our team. If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment site for more information.
Recruitment Site: Retrieval Recruitment

For inquiries regarding this release, please contact:
Retrieval Contact: Kanemaru
Email: [email protected]