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VRChat Japan Business Experience 2025

In an exciting development for the burgeoning virtual reality landscape in Japan, four companies, Gugenka, HIKKY, Orai, and PolygonTailor Consulting, are set to serve as advisors for the inaugural official offline business conference titled "VRChat Japan Business Experience 2025," hosted by VRChat Inc. in San Francisco. This event, scheduled for December 17, 2025, at Bellesalle Akihabara in Tokyo, represents a significant milestone in the relationship between virtual experiences and business, offering a unique platform for collaboration.

VRChat has emerged as a global haven where users unleash their creativity, forging connections and generating cultural content. In Japan, a distinct community-centric culture has blossomed within the VRChat ecosystem, drawing attention from various creators and businesses that view this virtual platform as a promising avenue for marketing and public relations.

Bridging Cultures and Business

The "VRChat Japan Business Experience 2025" aims to tie together experiences, networking, and business ventures within VR spaces, leveraging the rich tapestry of user-generated culture as a foundation. The participating companies are poised to contribute their unique expertise and cultural insights to create an environment where culture and business can evolve symbiotically.

Comments from Company Representatives:
Masafumi Mikami, CEO of Gugenka, emphasizes the uniqueness of VRChat as a platform where cultural development precedes business expansion. By nurturing user-generated content, Gugenka has fostered mechanisms for users and intellectual property to interact in a shared virtual space, pioneering the way brands engage with consumers beyond traditional consumption models. Mikami believes this conference could represent a pivotal moment for formalizing the business landscape in VRChat, enhancing prospects for user culture while maximizing creative possibilities.

Yasushi Funakoshi, CEO of HIKKY, notes their longstanding admiration for the creativity and passion of the community within VRChat. Since early engagement with this platform, HIKKY has explored new avenues for businesses to connect with users. The company anticipates that this conference will spur further development of the VR economy, utilizing insights gained from previous initiatives such as virtual markets to contribute meaningfully to ongoing endeavors.

Tomomi Azuma, CEO of Orai, expresses delight in the growing recognition of Japanese creators' expressiveness as a new value within VRChat. Orai has engaged in various projects, including world-building, event organization, and PR strategies, all aimed at crafting immersive virtual experiences. Leveraging their local insights and dedicated production capabilities, Orai is committed to ensuring the success of this event while contributing to the overall richness of the VR environment.

Narugami, CEO of PolygonTailor Consulting, welcomes the attention VRChat is giving to Japanese creators and their artistic endeavors. As the developer of the widely recognized art commission platform "Skeb," Narugami established PolygonTailor to support creators within VRChat. They have played a vital role in connecting communities with businesses through events like the “MetaFest.” Narugami’s extensive experience within VRChat, along with their team's dedication, positions them well to support the event's success and the growth of VR culture in Japan.

Event Details

• - Event Name: VRChat Japan Business Experience 2025
• - Date: December 17, 2025
• - Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• - Venue: Bellesalle Akihabara, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Hosted by: VRChat Inc.
• - Registration: Official website

This event not only marks a gathering of minds and ideas but aims to forge pathways for a vibrant future in the realm of virtual cultures and businesses, resonating profoundly within Japan's digital landscape.