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AI Mental Support Introduces AI-Powered Stress Check Service for Small Companies

On the frontier of workplace wellness, AI Mental Support, based in Shibuya, Tokyo, has announced the release of its newly developed stress check service tailored specifically for companies with fewer than 50 employees. This service, referred to as the "AI Stress Check," incorporates cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology to provide comprehensive mental wellness assessments. To coincide with the service launch, the company is also running a promotional campaign that offers the stress check tool free for the first year to a limited number of businesses, alongside a demonstration at the upcoming IVS Kyoto 2026 conference.

The Growing Need for Mental Health Solutions in Small Enterprises

From April 2028, companies with fewer than 50 employees will be subject to mandatory stress assessments, similar to the requirements already established for larger organizations. Until now, only businesses with 50 or more employees have been obligated to conduct these evaluations annually, aimed primarily at preventing mental health issues among workers. The recent amendments made to the Labor Safety and Health Act emphasize the urgency for smaller companies to address this impending regulation, highlighting a crucial gap in mental health support resources for organizations lacking qualified personnel.

AI Mental Support’s initiative aims to overcome these challenges. Many small businesses do not have the means to hire occupational health professionals, which poses a significant hurdle given that stress check assessments require certified professionals to facilitate. Thus, the introduction of the AI Stress Check is designed to address the distinct needs facing smaller companies, providing them with a viable solution that alleviates the pressures of compliance.

Key Features of the AI Stress Check Service

The AI Stress Check service utilizes advanced algorithms to analyze diverse factors influencing stress in today's workforce. It uniquely tailors its questions to gather relevant data reflecting modern concerns, such as caregiver stress, gender-specific health issues, and the pressures of remote working environments. The service supports existing frameworks established by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare while also unveiling a fresh perspective on the stress factors impacting employees today.

Here are some key aspects of the AI Stress Check:

• - Comprehensive assessment tools aligned with recommended question sets, ensuring compliance.
• - Ongoing analysis via AI that helps organizations take actionable steps toward employee wellness, preventing a one-time check scenario.
• - Inclusion of certified professionals, such as certified psychologists, to guide the implementation, ensuring that businesses without internal experts are fully supported.

The service promises to provide a simplified method for companies to meet legal requirements without extensive investments in specialized personnel or resources. This system offers a straightforward implementation process that integrates seamlessly into the workplace culture of organizations employing fewer than 50 staff.

Introducing the "1,000 Companies Free Campaign"

Among its various initiatives, AI Mental Support is launching the "1,000 Companies Free Campaign," where the company will facilitate free access to its stress check services for an initial year for the first 1,000 qualifying businesses. This campaign is beneficial for organizations keen on advancing their mental health strategies without incurring additional expenses.

Participants must register before the limited slots fill, with the contract period running from July 2026 to February 2027. As a part of this offer, companies can access all the benefits of the AI Stress Check service, including the necessary oversight from qualified professionals—removing the burden of finding suitable practitioners to meet mandatory standards.

Upcoming Showcase at IVS Kyoto 2026

AI Mental Support will make its official product debut at the IVS Kyoto 2026 startup conference, scheduled for July 2026. Attendees will have the chance to interact with the new stress check service and ask questions about compliance and mental health strategies. AI Mental Support looks forward to welcoming interested parties, HR representatives, and media to its booth during the event.

• - Event Details:

Date: July 2, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Startup Market, Booth SA-9

Company Overview

Founded on October 16, 2025, AI Mental Support aims to create a society where individual happiness and corporate growth can coexist harmoniously. With a vision to incorporate technology into everyday wellness solutions, the company offers products such as the AI Stress Check and consulting services.

For further information, please visit AI Mental Support.