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Helpfeel's CEO, Itaru Rakusui, to Share Insights at Mito Meet Up in Osaka

Helpfeel Inc., known for its AI Knowledge Data Platform, has announced that its CEO, Itaru Rakusui, will be presenting at the "Mito Meet Up! in Osaka" event hosted by the Information-Technology Promotion Agency (IPA) on September 17, 2025.

Itaru Rakusui is a distinguished engineer and entrepreneur who was recognized as a Super Creator under the IPA's 2003 Mito Software Creation Project. During the event, he will participate in a talk session titled "Career Paths and Community Expanding from Mito," where he will discuss the advanced technical skills honed through Mito, his entrepreneurial journey, and strategies for business expansion.

Understanding the Mito Project

The Mito Software Creation Project and the Mito IT Personnel Development Project, commonly known as the Mito Project, are initiatives implemented since 2000 under the auspices of the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) and IPA. This program aims to identify and nurture exceptional IT talent across the nation, fostering individuals who possess both innovative ideas and advanced technical skills to become future drivers of technological innovation. Over 2,300 alumni have emerged from this program, many of whom are thriving as entrepreneurs, researchers, and engineers both domestically and internationally.

Event Overview

At the Mito Meet Up! in Osaka, participants connected to the Mito Project from the Kansai region, including project managers and alumni, will converge to showcase the appeal of the project and the career opportunities it offers.

Event Details:

• - Event Name: Mito Meet Up! in Osaka
• - Date and Time: September 17, 2025, from 18:30 to 21:00
• - Talk Session: "Career Paths and Community Expanding from Mito" (19:00 - 19:30)
• - Organizer: Information-Technology Promotion Agency (IPA)
• - Venue: THE PUBLIC PLUM UMEDA (3rd floor, Umeda Green Place, 5-1 Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka)
• - Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
• - Details: Mito Meet Up Event Page

Speaker Profile: Itaru Rakusui

Born in 1982, Itaru Rakusui holds a Master's Degree from Keio University's Graduate School of Media and Governance. Known for creating engaging programming, his high school project, 'Kami cop', achieved sales in the hundreds of millions. In 2007, he founded a business in Silicon Valley, leading numerous successful ventures in app and web development on a global scale. In 2020, he established Helpfeel Inc. and was recognized as a Super Creator from the IPA's 2003 Mito Software Creation Project.

The Impact of Mito Alumni at Helpfeel

Helpfeel boasts a team of engineers, including Rakusui, who have been through the Mito Project, alongside Masui, who serves as a Technical Fellow and has experience as a project manager within the program. These individuals bring not only advanced technical skills but also a creativity that drives innovative value creation. This blend of talent fosters an environment where Helpfeel continuously infuses fresh ideas and challenges into its products, enhancing their societal impact. The depth of talent and creativity is the cornerstone of Helpfeel's competitive advantage.

Overview of Helpfeel Inc.

• - Established: December 21, 2007 (Japanese entity established on December 4, 2020)
• - CEO: Itaru Rakusui
• - Kyoto Office: 110-16 Gosho-Hachimancho, Kamigyou-ku, Kyoto 602-0023
• - Tokyo Office: 2-14-1 Hatchobori, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0032
• - Website: Helpfeel Corporation

With the rise of generative AI and large language models (LLMs), there is an increasing demand for well-structured knowledge data to enable AI to function effectively. Helpfeel has cultivated expertise in creating and nurturing knowledge through its FAQ and knowledge-sharing tools. Currently, it is leveraging these results to accelerate AI utilization via its AI Knowledge Data Platform, supporting knowledge usage and the creation of new value across various domains.

Helpfeel provides three main products aimed at creating and utilizing knowledge:
1. AI Knowledge Data Platform: Strengthening AI capabilities.
2. Helpfeel Cosense: A knowledge base for nurturing AI.
3. Gyazo: An AI that memorizes images and videos on your behalf.