[44 New Members Join] Next-Generation Leaders in the Beauty Industry Gather

The Digital Salon Association (hereinafter referred to as "the Association"), operated by Eye Universe Inc. (Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), is an organization that aims for the sustainable development of the beauty industry through learning, practice, and co-creation, bringing together beauticians, salon managers, IT providers, and experts nationwide, guided by the principle of "Leaving no one behind in the AI era."

We are pleased to announce that 44 new members have joined the Youth Division. With the participation of these young professionals who will lead the next generation, the Association's activities are expanding further and gaining more vitality.

■ About the Youth Division

This division aims to expand awareness of Digital Salon among young managers and active beauticians, and to foster the development of next-generation leaders in the beauty industry. We will nurture talent that will shape the future of the beauty industry through seminars for young professionals, information dissemination via social media, support for network building, and research into new management models.

Moving forward, we aim to raise the overall digital literacy of the industry through more than 12 seminars annually and information dissemination via social media.

■ Introduction of New Members: General Manager / Standing Director

Standing Director

Takahiro Majima

CEO, AMA TOKYO

Achieved No. 1 sales in the group within 1.5 years of debut.

Appointed as the youngest executive officer. Opened the contract salon "AMA TOKYO" in 2022. Currently active as both a player and a producer.

Standing Director

SHOKI

CEO, ALLZ Inc.

After working at a renowned salon in Tokyo, opened ALLZ in 2023. With unique high-tone coloring as a specialty, he receives numerous appointments from celebrities, artists, and athletes. Total Instagram followers approximately 180,000.

Standing Director

Ryo Matsuoka

CEO, Null Inc.

Became independent as a freelancer after working at a salon in Omotesando, achieving over 1 million yen in monthly sales working three days a week. Established Null LLC at the age of 24 and currently manages three stores in Omotesando, Harajuku, and Jingumae.

■ Introduction of New Members: Chairman of the Board of Trustees

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees is responsible for decision-making and discussion forums in the operation of the Youth Division. Through regular meetings, the voices of the members will be consolidated, and the Youth Division's activities will be advanced in coordination with the overall policies of the Association. As a next-generation leader, this is a crucial position for reflecting the real-world perspective of the field into the Association's operations.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees

Chairman of the Board of Trustees

■ Introduction of New Members: Ambassador

Ambassadors play a role in widely disseminating the activities and value of the Digital Salon Association. In addition to information dissemination through social media and various media outlets, they contribute to increasing the Association's recognition through events and daily activities. They are expected to be the face of the Association, conveying the "future of change with Digital Salon" to their colleagues in the beauty industry.

Ambassador

■ Future Outlook

The 3rd Policy Announcement Meeting will be held on June 18, 2026 (Thursday) at Belle Salle Onarimon Tower.

The Association's new system will officially launch with the inauguration ceremonies for the Youth Division, Management Culture Committee, Overseas Business Division (JASRA), and Startup divisions. We will accelerate collaboration with other organizations such as the Japan Beauty Salon Council, creating a movement that involves the entire industry. Over 300 people have already registered.

■ Next Event

3rd Policy Announcement Meeting Special Talk Session

Date: June 18, 2026 (Thursday)

Time: 16:00 - 19:00 (Reception starts at 15:30)

Venue: Belle Salle Onarimon Tower 3F

(📍 3F Sumitomo Fudosan Onarimon Tower, 1-1-1 Shiba Park, Minato-ku, Tokyo)

Fee: Free

【Schedule】

15:30 - Reception starts

16:00 - 17:15 Part 1: 2025 Activity Report

17:30 - 18:30 Part 2: 2026 Activity Policy

18:30 - Closing

🔗 Application Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelNB4n2h-4bPu2W38qMei79qrUTrCp1bgXj9Bj52k4mtb5ig/viewform

DigiSalo Official App

The "DigiSalo Official App," specialized for beauty salon support, is a DX app for salons developed by Eye Universe Inc. that centralizes employee benefits, educational support, and AI communication. It strongly supports daily salon operations, contributing to management stability and operational efficiency.

Details of this seminar and the latest information can be found within the app.

🔗 App Store: https://x.gd/eo6um

Eye Universe x Digital Salon Association

The Digital Salon Association was established on July 7, 2023. It serves as a hub organization connecting the entire industry, including beauticians, salons, manufacturers, and dealers, through digital means. Leveraging the expertise of Eye Universe Inc., which has pursued the enhancement of customer experience through AI utilization under the slogan "Leaving no one behind in the AI era," the Association is engaged in activities to translate cutting-edge technologies into forms that are easy to use in the field.

🔗 Eye Universe Inc.: https://www.digital-salon.com/

🔗 Digital Salon Association: https://www.digital-salon.com/