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Upcoming Event: How AI is Transforming User Research

Event Overview

On May 18, 2026, from 19:00 to 20:30, an insightful gathering centered on using AI in user research will take place, hosted by Appirits Inc. The event will be held at Shibuya Sakura Stage Tower on the 24th floor. Following the main session, a networking event will provide attendees with opportunities to connect and exchange ideas.

Who Should Attend?

This event is tailor-made for:

• - Individuals curious about AI but lacking clarity on its application in user research.
• - Those new to interviews and research wishing to lower the barriers to effective progress.
• - Product Managers aiming to enhance their customer understanding and improve decision-making efficiency.
• - UI/UX Designers seeking to elevate the quality of exploration, hypothesis formation, and insights.
• - Researchers interested in the transformation and potential of their work through AI utilization.
• - Participants who wish to network and share information during the subsequent gathering.

Speakers

Panelists:

• - Daisuke Sugawara (i3 Design): Specialist from the UI/UX Design Group.
• - Kodai Abe (Hatena Inc.): Director of the Content Division.
• - Tatsu Anai (Product Force Inc.): Expert in Sales/Customer Success.

Moderator:

• - Takashi Umemura (Appirits Inc.): VP of Design and HCD Department Head.

About i3 Design

i3 Design is a digital engineering company specializing in the integration of design, AI, and engineering. They leverage AI to support the development of digital products and enhance UX/UI while also guiding customers through their AI transformation journeys (AX).

About WBC College

Hosted by Appirits Inc. (appirits.com), WBC College represents a series of workshops aimed at cultivating proficiency in web service development. Under the “academic” theme, Appirits offers best practices for professionals in contract development as extracurricular activities.

Company Details

• - Company Name: Appirits Inc.
• - Location: Shibuya Sakura Stage Tower, 1-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya, Tokyo, 150-6224, Japan.
• - Representative: Junji Wada, CEO.
• - Established: July 2000.
• - Website: appirits.com
• - Business Activities: Planning and operation of web services, consulting and access analysis for web services, development and sale of web service packages/ASP, custom development of web service systems, infrastructure construction, maintenance, and monitoring of web service systems, planning, development, and operation of online games.