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Saki Next Inc. Expands with New Talent Management Division

Introduction
Saki Next Inc., headquartered in Itabashi, Tokyo, has taken a bold step by launching a new talent management division. This initiative extends the legacy of the Saki Theater and aims to redefine the relationship between artists and their creative work. The company is committed to developing a fresh business model based on licensing, targeting a diverse range of talents including comedians, influencers, idols, and musicians.

Background and Objective

The Saki Theater has stood as a pivotal hub for artistic expression in the Itabashi district, focusing primarily on fostering comedians and enriching local entertainment culture. In the wake of advances in AI and digital technologies, the landscape of creative rights and intellectual property is undergoing significant transformation. Saki Next seeks to harness these changes by structuring the intrinsic values of artists—encompassing personality, creative outputs, and data—into a cohesive licensing framework. This strategic pivot aims to transition from a traditional reliance on talent's labor to a progressive model that generates revenue through the ongoing value of intellectual property.

Key Features of the New Talent Division

1. Establishing a Licensing-Based Revenue Model
The new division will manage and distribute content, likenesses, voices, characters, and performances as intellectual property, with a vision to extend into global markets and the digital sphere, including the metaverse.

2. Transparent Rights Architecture
Saki Next is dedicated to ensuring that artists can maintain their rights while performing, supported by a legal framework that aligns with copyright law and individual rights protection. Special emphasis will be placed on the new amendments in copyright regarding machine learning uses, aiming for a balanced coexistence of rights protection and exploitation in the AI era.

3. Recruitment and Support for Diverse Talent
The division aims to attract a wide array of talent—from comedians to musicians—by leveraging existing platforms such as apps and AR cards, thus providing new opportunities for both performance and monetization.

4. Integrated Support for Real and Digital Artistry
By combining live theater operations with digital avenues such as apps and event promotions, Saki Next aspires to provide comprehensive support for artists pursuing careers in various media.

Synergistic Operations with Existing Business

Saki Next has previously established various successful endeavors, including:

• - Saki Theater: Training comedians and facilitating performances while engaging with the local community.
• - Saki Theater App: Offering digital interactions with fans through live streaming and community features.
• - Next Card: Facilitating AR content and event organization.

This extensive array of activities will be integrated into a platform designed to maximize licensing opportunities for artists.

Future Prospects

1. Digitalizing License Management
Plans are underway to employ blockchain and AI analysis to enhance transparency in rights management.

2. International Expansion
The division will explore cultural exports and co-creation opportunities in markets across Asia and Africa.

3. Educational and Training Programs
Initiatives focused on nurturing young talents will be developed, alongside rights management courses.

4. Collaborative Promotions and Licensing Models
Forming partnerships with businesses for joint promotions and brand licensing will be expanded to exploit creative properties effectively.

Statement from the CEO

Yukitaki Nishida, the CEO of Saki Next Inc., shared insight on the company's vision:
"In an era where AI and digital technologies are reshaping human expression, the challenge lies in how to protect and extend an artist's value. By focusing on the concept of 'learning utilization' within copyright law, we aim to both address concerns and seize potential. Rather than treating artists merely as labor, our goal is to establish a framework that allows them to contribute meaningful value as licensers in society. We aspire to convey the evolving relationship between new creations and rights from Itabashi to the global stage."

Call for Talent

The Saki Theater Production is actively seeking:

• - Comedians
• - Idols
• - Talent
• - YouTubers
• - Vtubers
• - Artists (musicians and more)
• - And others

If you’re interested in joining the innovative licensing partnership that Saki Next offers, please visit our official website for inquiries and applications at Saki Theater Talent Application.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Saki Next Inc.
• - Founded: July 31, 2025
• - CEO: Yukitaki Nishida
• - Location: 4-45-7 Dainuma Bldg., 301, Ōyama Higashi-Machi, Itabashi, Tokyo 173-0014, Japan
• - Website: Saki Next Inc.
• - Business Activities: Theater operations, app provision, AR card manufacturing and sales, content production and sales, social media promotion, influencer marketing.