Japan's First Floating AI Reception Solution Launched by Evolve and Asukanet
In May 2026, Evolve and Asukanet announced the launch of a new AI reception solution combining the 'Uku Live Stage' aerial display with AI interaction technology. This first-in-Japan commercial solution enables natural conversations with life-sized AI characters floating in mid-air, designed to optimize reception labor and enhance visitor engagement.
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Evolve (CEO: Ryo Yasumatsu, based in Osaka) and Asukanet (President: Daikichiro Murakami, based in Hiroshima, TSE Growth: 2438), a company specializing in aerial display technology, have announced a joint AI reception solution utilizing the 'Uku Live Stage' aerial display.
This solution provides 'AI customer service' that allows users to engage in natural conversations with characters floating in mid-air. It is the first commercial solution in Japan to combine aerial display technology with AI reception (according to Asukanet research, as of May 2026).
Addressing DX Reception Challenges
While digital reception kiosks are increasingly deployed in government and commercial facilities as part of digital transformation (DX) efforts, many face low usage rates due to complex touchscreen operations, especially among elderly users or foreign tourists. Structural labor shortages in reception services remain a significant challenge.
This solution integrates the high visibility of Asukanet's aerial display with Evolve's AI dialogue technology to create a flow that captures attention, stops visitors, and encourages interaction.
Key Features of Aerial AI Reception
1. Realistic Aerial Interaction
Through 'Uku Live Stage,' life-sized AI characters appear in mid-air. They support two-way communication, such as talking or virtual high-fives, and also act as effective photo spots.
2. Field-Optimized AI
Evolve's character expression technology ensures high-quality, natural dialogue. The solution can be tuned to facility-specific information, support regional dialects, and provide multilingual assistance, ensuring standardized service quality.
Applications
- Government/Tourist Offices: Sightseeing info, route suggestions.
- Commercial Facilities: Floor maps, campaign promotion.
- Museums/Art Galleries: Exhibit guides, navigation.
- Event Venues: Visitor guidance.
Future Outlook
Deployment feasibility studies are currently underway with local governments and commercial facilities. The companies aim to accelerate implementation in fields like tourism DX and smart cities. Asukanet President Murakami stated, 'I am confident that we can provide the ultimate immersive experience we have been striving for.'
This solution provides 'AI customer service' that allows users to engage in natural conversations with characters floating in mid-air. It is the first commercial solution in Japan to combine aerial display technology with AI reception (according to Asukanet research, as of May 2026).
Addressing DX Reception Challenges
While digital reception kiosks are increasingly deployed in government and commercial facilities as part of digital transformation (DX) efforts, many face low usage rates due to complex touchscreen operations, especially among elderly users or foreign tourists. Structural labor shortages in reception services remain a significant challenge.
This solution integrates the high visibility of Asukanet's aerial display with Evolve's AI dialogue technology to create a flow that captures attention, stops visitors, and encourages interaction.
Key Features of Aerial AI Reception
1. Realistic Aerial Interaction
Through 'Uku Live Stage,' life-sized AI characters appear in mid-air. They support two-way communication, such as talking or virtual high-fives, and also act as effective photo spots.
2. Field-Optimized AI
Evolve's character expression technology ensures high-quality, natural dialogue. The solution can be tuned to facility-specific information, support regional dialects, and provide multilingual assistance, ensuring standardized service quality.
Applications
- Government/Tourist Offices: Sightseeing info, route suggestions.
- Commercial Facilities: Floor maps, campaign promotion.
- Museums/Art Galleries: Exhibit guides, navigation.
- Event Venues: Visitor guidance.
Future Outlook
Deployment feasibility studies are currently underway with local governments and commercial facilities. The companies aim to accelerate implementation in fields like tourism DX and smart cities. Asukanet President Murakami stated, 'I am confident that we can provide the ultimate immersive experience we have been striving for.'
FAQ
エボルブとアスカネットが提供を開始したソリューションは何ですか？
空中ディスプレイ「浮空ライブステージ」とAI接客技術を組み合わせた、空中AI接客ソリューションです。
このソリューションは日本初となりますか？
はい。空中ディスプレイとAI接客を組み合わせた商用ソリューションとして日本初（アスカネット調べ、2026年5月時点）となります。
空中ディスプレイのメリットは何ですか？
高い視認性と実在感を備えており、裸眼で立体像が見えるため、強いアイキャッチ効果やフォトスポットとしての活用が可能です。
AI接客にはどのような技術が使われていますか？
施設ごとの情報に応じたチューニング、高精度な自然言語応答、方言対応、多言語対応が可能です。
想定される活用シーンはどこですか？
自治体や観光案内所、商業施設、博物館・美術館、イベント会場など、受付や案内が必要なリアル空間での活用が想定されています。