South Korean AI Solution Development Company Smartcube Establishes First Japanese Base in Sapporo!
South Korean AI company Smartcube establishes its Japanese subsidiary, Onyx Lab Inc., in Sapporo.
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Sapporo City is actively attracting foreign companies, viewing the advancement of Rapidus Corporation aiming for mass production of next-generation semiconductors in Hokkaido and the designation of Hokkaido/Sapporo City as a special zone for finance and asset management as opportunities. In particular, to revitalize the local economy and enhance the international competitiveness of businesses, the city is proactively working on industrial clustering in advanced technology fields such as IT and creative industries, leveraging the city's strengths.
With the support of the Sapporo One-Stop Center for Accepting Foreign Companies (STEP), Smartcube, a digital and AI solution development company from Naju City, South Korea, has established its Japanese subsidiary, Onyx Lab Inc., in Sapporo. The company was incorporated on January 30, 2026.
The city will support the future business expansion of Onyx Lab Inc., which is expected to contribute to the clustering of the IT and creative industries.
Company Name | Smartcube | Business Content | Digital Twin Copyright Solution Development |
Japanese Subsidiary Name | Onyx Lab Inc. | Representative of Japanese Subsidiary | Hiroshi Sasaki |
Head Office Location | 58322, 301 Ba-dong 10, Ujeong-ro, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do, | Japanese Subsidiary Location | Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Kita 8-jo Nishi 13-chome 28-21 |
[Comment from Hiroshi Sasaki, Representative of the Japanese Subsidiary]
We are pleased to announce the establishment of Onyx Lab Inc. in Sapporo as the Japanese subsidiary of SMARTCUBE Co., Ltd. Due to a connection where the owner of our parent company in South Korea previously studied in Hokkaido, we chose Sapporo, the center of Hokkaido's economy with its rich natural beauty and excellent environment, as our base for our first overseas expansion.
We are very encouraged by the presence of the STEP team, who have provided us with various advice and support since the beginning of this establishment, and who have strongly supported our expansion.
SMARTCUBE, established in 2017, is a company specializing in the digital twin field.
From this land of Sapporo, in collaboration with the local community, we will deliver new value to Hokkaido and the entire nation of Japan.
■ Inquiries regarding this matter
Sapporo City Economic and Tourism Bureau, Economic Strategy Promotion Department, Business Location Promotion Section
Contact: Kimura/Ono Phone: 011-211-2362
E-mail: [email protected]
■ About the Company
Onyx Lab Inc.
Representative: Hiroshi Sasaki E-mail: [email protected]
FAQ
What kind of company is Smartcube?
Smartcube is an AI company headquartered in South Korea, specializing in the development of digital twin solutions.
Why did you establish a Japanese subsidiary in Sapporo?
Sapporo was chosen as the first overseas expansion destination because it is the center of Hokkaido's economy, possesses a rich natural environment, and Hokkaido/Sapporo City is becoming a target area for the next-generation semiconductor industry and a special zone for finance and asset management. Additionally, there is a connection as the representative of the Japanese subsidiary, Mr. Sasaki, previously studied in Hokkaido.
What is the name and establishment date of the Japanese subsidiary?
The name of the Japanese subsidiary is 'Onyx Lab Inc.', and it was established on January 30, 2026.
What is the business content of Onyx Lab Inc.?
The main focus is the development of digital twin copyright solutions, and from its base in Sapporo, it plans to deliver new value to Hokkaido and the entire nation of Japan.
What kind of support does Sapporo City provide?
Sapporo City is promoting the attraction of foreign companies, particularly focusing on the industrial clustering of advanced technology fields such as IT and creative industries. For the establishment of Smartcube's Japanese subsidiary, advice and support regarding the establishment were provided through the Sapporo One-Stop Center for Accepting Foreign Companies (STEP).