Smart Photo Booth 'HARTi Photo' to Sponsor and Exhibit at 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026,' Founded by MEGUMI
HARTi Inc. announced its sponsorship and exhibition of its smart photo booth 'HARTi Photo' at 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026,' an international cultural exchange event founded by actress and producer MEGUMI, to be held in Cannes, France, on May 15, 2026. This initiative aims to introduce Japan-originated smart photo booth solutions to the international market and build networks with global film industry professionals and creators.
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HARTi Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuya Yoshida; hereinafter, 'the Company'), which aims to create infrastructure for the cultural industry with the corporate philosophy of 'Circulating Sensibilities, Creating Economy,' announced its sponsorship and exhibition of its smart photo booth 'HARTi Photo' at 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026,' an international cultural exchange event to be held in Cannes, France, on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Through its sponsorship and exhibition at this event, founded by MEGUMI, a leading Japanese actress and producer, the Company aims to build networks with global film industry professionals and creators, and to introduce Japan-originated smart photo booth solutions to the international market.
Background of Sponsorship and Exhibition
'HARTi Photo' is a smart photo booth that has enhanced visitors' experiential value by offering exclusive frames linked to the world view of spaces and content at live events, POPUPs, and other venues. Currently, in addition to multiple permanent installations, it has built a unique platform that connects IP holders, facility operators, and fans through event collaborations.
As a mid-to-long-term strategy, the Company aims to become an 'IP trading company' responsible for the global distribution of Japanese IP. With the international expansion of Japanese content accelerating at an unprecedented pace, establishing connections with top-tier players in the global cultural industry is one of its most important management priorities. 'JAPANESE NIGHT' is a rare opportunity where leading directors and actors from the Japanese film industry, international film professionals, and leaders from various fields gather. The Company judged this to be the optimal venue to present its vision to the world.
Furthermore, this exhibition involves a series of operations including international transportation, customs clearance, local setup, and operation of hardware primarily operating in Japan. This also serves as an important opportunity to demonstrate the Company's international operational capabilities (global operation system).
Details of HARTi Photo Experience
Event Name: JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026
Founder: MEGUMI (Actress/Producer)
Date and Time: Friday, May 15, 2026, 19:00-23:00
Venue: Hôtel Martinez (The Unbound Collection by Hyatt) / Cannes, France
Number of Invited Guests: Over 1,000
Expected Attendees: Leading directors and actors from the Japanese film industry, film professionals from various countries, influential media, and leaders and stakeholders in political, cultural, and economic fields.
Exhibition Content:
Installation and operation of a special photo booth by HARTi Photo
Provision of 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026' exclusive design frames
International presentation of Japan-originated smart photo booth solutions through providing photo experiences to visitors.
About 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026'
'JAPANESE NIGHT' is an international cultural exchange event founded by actress and producer MEGUMI. Its purpose is to promote the appeal of Japanese cinema and culture to the world and to foster international cultural exchange in diverse industrial fields, including film.
This event was previously held in Cannes in 2024 (1st edition) and 2025 (2nd edition) under the name 'JAPAN NIGHT,' receiving high acclaim both domestically and internationally. From 2026, the name will be changed to 'JAPANESE NIGHT,' focusing on 'people, things, and events' to convey the value of Japanese cinema and culture to the world as more concrete attractions. This year, a comprehensive program combining parties, workshops, and networking events is planned.
[Comment from Founder MEGUMI (from the announcement release)]
“I am delighted that the international cultural exchange event I founded will be held under the new name 'JAPANESE NIGHT' on May 15, 2026, during the Cannes International Film Festival. Through this event, I aim for a future where people with creative visions connect, and new values and initiatives are continuously born. We will powerfully convey the value of Japanese cinema and culture to the world as more concrete attractions. Please pay attention as we further expand global cultural exchange through Japanese cinema from Cannes!”
Comment from Yuya Yoshida, Representative Director of HARTi
“We are deeply honored to sponsor and exhibit at 'JAPANESE NIGHT,' founded by MEGUMI. HARTi's philosophy is 'Circulating Sensibilities, Creating Economy,' and we aim to become an infrastructure that delivers Japanese IP and culture to the world. We are committed to the international transportation and local operation of 'HARTi Photo,' a Japan-originated product.
Through its sponsorship and exhibition at this event, founded by MEGUMI, a leading Japanese actress and producer, the Company aims to build networks with global film industry professionals and creators, and to introduce Japan-originated smart photo booth solutions to the international market.
Background of Sponsorship and Exhibition
'HARTi Photo' is a smart photo booth that has enhanced visitors' experiential value by offering exclusive frames linked to the world view of spaces and content at live events, POPUPs, and other venues. Currently, in addition to multiple permanent installations, it has built a unique platform that connects IP holders, facility operators, and fans through event collaborations.
As a mid-to-long-term strategy, the Company aims to become an 'IP trading company' responsible for the global distribution of Japanese IP. With the international expansion of Japanese content accelerating at an unprecedented pace, establishing connections with top-tier players in the global cultural industry is one of its most important management priorities. 'JAPANESE NIGHT' is a rare opportunity where leading directors and actors from the Japanese film industry, international film professionals, and leaders from various fields gather. The Company judged this to be the optimal venue to present its vision to the world.
Furthermore, this exhibition involves a series of operations including international transportation, customs clearance, local setup, and operation of hardware primarily operating in Japan. This also serves as an important opportunity to demonstrate the Company's international operational capabilities (global operation system).
Details of HARTi Photo Experience
Event Name: JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026
Founder: MEGUMI (Actress/Producer)
Date and Time: Friday, May 15, 2026, 19:00-23:00
Venue: Hôtel Martinez (The Unbound Collection by Hyatt) / Cannes, France
Number of Invited Guests: Over 1,000
Expected Attendees: Leading directors and actors from the Japanese film industry, film professionals from various countries, influential media, and leaders and stakeholders in political, cultural, and economic fields.
Exhibition Content:
Installation and operation of a special photo booth by HARTi Photo
Provision of 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026' exclusive design frames
International presentation of Japan-originated smart photo booth solutions through providing photo experiences to visitors.
About 'JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026'
'JAPANESE NIGHT' is an international cultural exchange event founded by actress and producer MEGUMI. Its purpose is to promote the appeal of Japanese cinema and culture to the world and to foster international cultural exchange in diverse industrial fields, including film.
This event was previously held in Cannes in 2024 (1st edition) and 2025 (2nd edition) under the name 'JAPAN NIGHT,' receiving high acclaim both domestically and internationally. From 2026, the name will be changed to 'JAPANESE NIGHT,' focusing on 'people, things, and events' to convey the value of Japanese cinema and culture to the world as more concrete attractions. This year, a comprehensive program combining parties, workshops, and networking events is planned.
[Comment from Founder MEGUMI (from the announcement release)]
“I am delighted that the international cultural exchange event I founded will be held under the new name 'JAPANESE NIGHT' on May 15, 2026, during the Cannes International Film Festival. Through this event, I aim for a future where people with creative visions connect, and new values and initiatives are continuously born. We will powerfully convey the value of Japanese cinema and culture to the world as more concrete attractions. Please pay attention as we further expand global cultural exchange through Japanese cinema from Cannes!”
Comment from Yuya Yoshida, Representative Director of HARTi
“We are deeply honored to sponsor and exhibit at 'JAPANESE NIGHT,' founded by MEGUMI. HARTi's philosophy is 'Circulating Sensibilities, Creating Economy,' and we aim to become an infrastructure that delivers Japanese IP and culture to the world. We are committed to the international transportation and local operation of 'HARTi Photo,' a Japan-originated product.