AP Communications Announces 13 Engineers Selected for "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers"

AP Communications Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Takeshi Uchida) is pleased to announce that 13 of its engineers—Hirokatsu Tajima, Jin Sakatani, Jun Matsuo, Takumi Uemura, Takumi Sakaguchi, Toshiki Matsuno, Yuki Hayabusa, Yuma Tomita, Ryosuke Aiba, Katsuya Miura, Kazuki Oguma, Kenji Ito, and Masato Ooya—have been selected for the "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" recognition program by Amazon Web Services Japan G.K. (hereinafter "AWS Japan") on June 25, 2026. This program honors AWS engineers who possess all AWS certifications and demonstrates deep expertise in AWS technologies.

▼ Announcement of the 2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers (AWS JAPAN APN Blog)

https://aws.amazon.com/jp/blogs/psa/2026-japan-all-aws-certifications-engineers/

About Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers

"Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" is an award program that recognizes AWS engineers employed by companies participating in the AWS Partner Network (APN) who hold all available AWS certifications. Selection is based on strict criteria outlined on the AWS JAPAN APN Blog and determined through a rigorous review process.

▼ 2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers Criteria (AWS JAPAN APN Blog)

https://aws.amazon.com/jp/blogs/psa/2026-japan-all-aws-certifications-engineers-criteria/

Comments from Selected Engineers

Hirokatsu Tajima, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am honored to be selected for the "Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" program for the second consecutive year. I will continue striving to apply the knowledge gained through certification in my work and contribute back to the community.

Jin Sakatani, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am deeply honored to be selected for the "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers." This achievement would not have been possible without the support and consideration of my colleagues. Thank you. I will continue to deepen my expertise through mutual growth and apply it to my work.

Jun Matsuo, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

This marks my third consecutive year of selection, and I am proud to have maintained consistent dedication. My continuous pursuit of the latest cloud trends has led to this achievement. Going forward, I aim to remain open-minded toward emerging technologies beyond specific domains and contribute to solving organizational and customer challenges from diverse perspectives.

Takumi Uemura, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am delighted to be selected for the "Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" program for the second year in a row. Given the rapid pace of cloud technology evolution, I remain committed to continuous learning. I will strive to maximize the application of my expertise to further contribute to our organization and customers.

Takumi Sakaguchi, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

Our company and I were first selected for the "Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" in 2024. While five employees were recognized that year, both 2025 and 2026 saw even greater numbers, reflecting a growing commitment to AWS across our organization.

With our internal talent pool strengthening, I briefly considered stepping back to let junior colleagues take the lead. However, standing still and falling behind technically is simply not acceptable. I intend to remain a positive influence within the company by continuing to push forward and stay at the forefront of innovation. Thank you once again for this honor.

Toshiki Matsuno, EDT Department, iTOC Business Division

I am truly honored to be selected for the "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers." Building on the knowledge gained through AWS certifications, I now aim to actively engage with rapidly evolving fields such as generative AI in addition to cloud technologies. I will continue to keep pace with technological changes and contribute to practical applications, team technical support, and the development of better systems.

Yuki Hayabusa, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am grateful to be selected for the "Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" program for the second consecutive year. I sincerely appreciate the ongoing support from my colleagues and the excellent environment that fosters mutual growth.

I believe certification is merely a starting point—the true goal lies in how effectively we apply our knowledge to real-world projects and customer problem-solving. Moving forward, I will broaden my perspective beyond technical boundaries and dedicate myself earnestly to contributing to overall business growth and organizational development.

Yuma Tomita, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am honored to be selected for the "Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" for the second consecutive year. To keep pace with the fast-moving cloud industry, I aim to proactively acquire and internalize cloud knowledge, with AWS at the forefront.

Ryosuke Aiba, BzD Department, iTOC Business Division

I am very pleased to have been selected for the "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers." The knowledge gained through studying for AWS certifications has proven valuable in daily operations, giving me the confidence to actively and independently tackle new AWS-related tasks. I will continue to value a mindset of continuous learning and contribute to both our customers and the company.

Katsuya Miura, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am truly honored to be selected for the "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers." Initially, I did not aim to achieve all certifications, nor did I believe I could accomplish it. However, after earning a few, I decided to push forward with momentum and eventually reached the goal. Of course, this is not the end—I will continue to connect this achievement with daily work and ongoing learning.

Kazuki Oguma, EDT Department, iTOC Business Division

I managed to achieve all certifications while balancing study time late at night with childcare responsibilities.

While not every certification directly translates to immediate work applications, the broad coverage—including AI and general technologies—has expanded my technical perspective and sparked more diverse ideas. Riding this momentum, I am now challenging myself to achieve full certification in other domains as well.

Kenji Ito, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am very pleased to be selected for the "2026 Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers."

Achieving the full set of certifications was only possible thanks to the support of my colleagues and the knowledge shared within the community.

Going forward, I will focus on practical application and knowledge sharing, leveraging the systematic understanding gained through full certification in real-world projects, while also contributing to the community through blog posts and speaking engagements.

Masato Ooya, Cloud Engineering Department, Cloud Business Division

I am delighted to be selected for the "Japan All AWS Certifications Engineers" for the second consecutive year. The comprehensive knowledge I've gained through hard work has become a valuable asset and a strong support in my daily responsibilities. I view this recognition as a new starting point and will continue striving to deliver even greater value to our organization and customers.

AP Communications' Initiatives with AWS

AWS 500 APN Certification Distinction

Since reaching 400 AWS certifications in September 2024, AP Communications has earned an additional 100 certifications within eight months, surpassing a total of 500 AWS certifications. As a result, the company has been recognized by AWS with the "AWS 500 APN Certification Distinction." Approximately 33% of these certifications are at the Professional or Specialty level.

▼ Press Release: "Achieves AWS 500 APN Certification Distinction" (May 9, 2025)

https://www.ap-com.co.jp/pressrelease/post-11860

AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner

AP Communications is also recognized as an "AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner" within the AWS Partner Network (APN) program.

▼ Press Release: "Recognized as AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner" (January 9, 2024)

https://www.ap-com.co.jp/pressrelease/post-10601

AWS Comprehensive Support Services

We offer "AWS Comprehensive Support Services," a co-creation service that works closely with customers to address challenges related to AWS adoption and cloud environment modernization.

For details, please visit our service website:

– AWS Utilization Support Services: https://www.ap-com.co.jp/service/utilize-aws/

As an AWS Partner, we will continue to strengthen and expand our cloud engineering team to exceed customer expectations.

Company Overview: AP Communications Co., Ltd.

AP Communications Co., Ltd. is a NeoSIer dedicated to solving customer challenges and supporting business growth. As IT infrastructure professionals, we provide a wide range of services, including IT infrastructure automation, implementation and operational support for generative AI and data-AI platforms, network and cloud security measures, and DX development support. Guided by our vision of "Making Engineers and Customers Smile," we deliver comprehensive solutions.

Company Name: AP Communications Co., Ltd.

Representative: President and CEO Takeshi Uchida

Headquarters: 3F, Kanda Tokuriki Building, 2-9-12 Kamikyoba-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Founded: November 1995

Business Activities: System integration, technical staffing, R&D, and service development

URL: https://www.ap-com.co.jp/

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