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Upcoming Webinar: Future Design Strategies from Milan Design Week 2026

Amana Co., Ltd., based in Shinagawa, Tokyo and led by President Tsukasa Kaneko, is excited to announce an upcoming online seminar titled "Understanding Future Design and Brand Strategies from Milan Design Week 2026". The event will take place on May 13, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 12:50 PM. This engaging webinar aims to delve deep into the transformative trends emerging from one of the world's largest design festivals.

Milan Design Week, held annually, is a celebration of creativity that has evolved beyond mere furniture exhibitions. The 2026 edition, themed "A Matter of Salone," will focus on sustainability and the physical properties of materials—vital topics in today's design landscape. This evolution reflects how the festival is positioning itself not just as a showcase, but as a platform addressing societal challenges and envisioning future business models.

In addition to exploring the significance of materiality, attendees can anticipate discussions on pivotal shifts such as the creation of the Salone Contract, which represents a move from tangible products to comprehensive systems. Furthermore, topics such as the rise of smart home appliances integrated with AI technology will be touched upon, illustrating the future landscape of design and commerce.

For this exclusive webinar, we are thrilled to invite Riku Akimoto, Country Manager of STYLUS, a global advisory firm known for its insights on innovation. Riku will provide an in-depth analysis of the latest trends and developments from Milan, combining data and real-world examples to highlight how emerging design and technology can meet new market demands and create business opportunities.

This webinar will be particularly useful for:

• - Marketing and Public Relations professionals
• - New business development teams
• - Those eager to stay updated with the latest trends in design and branding

Event Details:

• - Date: May 13, 2026 (Wednesday)
• - Time: 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
• - Capacity: 500 participants
• - Fee: Free of charge

Registration Link: Sign Up Here

Contact Information:

• - Phone: 03-3740-4011 (General Inquiries)
• - Email: [email protected]

About Amana Co., Ltd.:
Founded in 1979 as a production company focused on advertising photography, Amana has significantly expanded its offerings. Today, it stands as one of Japan's largest creative studios, producing visual content including photography, videos, computer graphics, and more. With a commitment to leveraging its extensive creative resources and knowledge gained from handling around 10,000 projects annually, Amana aims to foster transformative communication for clients, enhancing their value and driving impactful engagement.

Company Overview:

• - Representative: Tsukasa Kaneko, President
• - Location: 2-2-43 Higashi-shinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo
• - Established: April 1979
• - Capital: 100 million yen
• - Employees: 520 staff (as of January 1, 2026)
• - Business Activities: Visual communication services, strategic and creative planning in communications, brand design, content marketing, production of multimedia content, and various promotional initiatives.
• - Website: Amana