agehasprings and Meta Heroes Announce New Company Launch at Expo 2025

In a significant development within the creative industries, agehasprings, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has partnered with Meta Heroes from Osaka to establish a new company. This announcement was made on May 27, during the Metaverse (XR) / AI Awards at the Expo Hall of the Osaka-Kansai World Expo.

The envisioned company aims to be a next-generation creative platform that focuses on music, artificial intelligence (AI), and intellectual property (IP), with an emphasis on nurturing talent from Generation Z and the upcoming generation. Agehasprings' CEO, Kenji Tamai, emphasized the company’s aspirations to transcend traditional music production by integrating AI, IP, and new technologies, fostering a more liberated and diverse creative future. He expressed a desire to maximize the opportunities for individuals to share their passions on a global stage.

Meta Heroes' CEO, Kazutoshi Matsuishi, highlighted the importance of this new venture as a major project aimed at nurturing the next generation of “HEROs.” He described the initiative as an avenue for individuals facing challenges such as social withdrawal or school absenteeism to emerge from their homes and believe in their potential for a promising future. The fusion of music, AI, and virtual elements is expected to lead to the realization of Society 5.0, embodying the principles of sustainable development goals (SDGs).

The Goals of the New Company

- From Home to the World: Young creators will be able to produce and stream music using just their smartphones, navigating an era where TikTok offers unprecedented visibility and success, like reaching one million views. This surge in individual creativity presents an excellent opportunity for companies to discover new talents.

- AI x IP x Music: Through real-time generation of vocal and musical content by AI, alongside Japanese anime and character IP collaborations, the platform aims to extend into various sectors including music, merchandise, and gaming, transforming corporate IP into future revenue streams.

- The Future of Collaboration: This initiative aspires to build bridges not only within the music domain but also towards education, brand promotion, and global marketing, fostering a new model for value creation that aligns personal creativity with corporate resources.

About the Companies involved

Meta Heroes

- CEO: Kazutoshi Matsuishi
- Location: Osaka, Japan
- Core Services: Development and management of services utilizing metaverse, XR, AI, and Web3 technologies; DX solutions for disaster prevention, child education through HeroEgg, corporate DX training, and global talent development.

agehasprings

- CEO: Kenji Tamai
- Location: Shibuya, Tokyo
- Core Services: Music production, artist development, content creation, branding strategies, and planning.

Through this innovative partnership, agehasprings and Meta Heroes are set to redefine the ecosystem of creative industries and empower a wave of new talents. As they move forward, the leaders convey a vision of inclusivity and encouragement that may reshape the future of music and beyond. Their commitment to blend technology and creativity not only opens new avenues for artistic expression but also represents a promising stance towards the challenges faced by today’s youth.