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Revolutionizing the Funeral Industry with AI

The funeral industry is facing significant challenges due to Japan's aging population and workforce shortages, especially in providing 24/7 support. Amid these obstacles, operational efficiency and service quality are paramount.

On May 19, 2025, at Kōbōji Temple in Minato, Tokyo, Ryo Takahashi, the CEO of Delight Corporation, will deliver a keynote address during a regular meeting of the Japan Junior Chamber’s funeral committee. His talk titled "Using AI in the Funeral Industry: New Services for Today" aims to highlight transformative technologies that are reshaping the sector.

Current Challenges in the Funeral Industry

As society shifts towards more digital engagement, consumers are increasingly looking online to select funeral services, which poses a new set of challenges for funeral homes. Many of them are lagging in adopting AI-driven solutions that could significantly enhance their services.

Takahashi's lecture will address two key aspects: "Streamlining Operations with AI" and "Digital Marketing Strategies for the AI Era". Through this talk, participants will learn how tailored AI solutions can address current challenges.

Key Points of Discussion

Takahashi will outline three main points in his presentation:

1. Optimization of Nighttime Responses

He will explain Delight Corporation's pioneering initiative that utilizes AI to handle initial responses and nighttime inquiries. This innovative approach aims to mitigate the heavy workload faced by funeral staff while maintaining high service quality. By delegating these tasks to AI, human employees can focus more on personalized customer service.

2. Processing Time-Intensive Duties

The use of AI allows funeral homes to allocate human resources to build trust and rapport with their clients. Takahashi will share successful instances where AI has improved job quality and speed, providing peace of mind to customers during their times of need.

3. Modern Outreach and Analysis

As local funeral homes are under pressure to adapt or close, strategies utilizing AI optimization and local marketing tools (AIO and LLMO) become essential for survival. With AI poised to enhance search accuracy significantly after 2024, Takahashi will introduce the latest digital marketing methods that can help funeral homes thrive in this new landscape.

His belief, "If we cannot stop change, let us lead it," will also lead to an introduction of new AI-powered services that Delight Corporation is currently developing.

Event Details

• - Date & Time: May 19, 2025, from 16:00 (Registration opens at 15:30)
• - Venue: Kōbōji Temple, 2-12-5 Mita, Minato, Tokyo
• - Speaker: Ryo Takahashi, CEO of Delight Corporation
• - Organizer: Japan Junior Chamber’s funeral committee

Speaker Profile

Ryo Takahashi
Ryo Takahashi founded Delight Corporation in 2007 after co-founding a staffing company for the funeral industry at the age of 21. With a mission to tackle the workforce shortages and marketing challenges in the sector, Delight Corporation now operates various support services, including online platforms for funeral and burial reviews. Unlike many companies that strictly focus on profits, Takahashi allocates 1% of sales to social contribution, building schools in Cambodia, exemplifying the company’s commitment to positive social impact.

About Delight Corporation

Founded in 2007, Delight Corporation specializes in human resource and marketing support within the funeral and burial industries. The company prides itself on providing quality service through a specially-trained workforce and online platforms that cater to modern consumer needs.

Main Services:

• - Staffing services with over 300 trained professionals
• - Online review platforms for funeral services and burial sites
• - Commitment to social responsibility with 1% of revenue allocated to charitable contributions

For more details, please visit our website: Delight Corporation.

As the funeral industry embraces digital transformation, Delight Corporation aims to be at the forefront by adopting innovative technologies that serve to uplift the sector’s standards and enhance customer experience.