Perfect Inc. Partners with Hackathon Platform "CraftStadium" as First API Partner

Perfect Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Perfect"), a provider of solutions utilizing AI and AR technology, announced its partnership with "CraftStadium (CraftStadium)", a hackathon platform operated by CoPalette Inc., as its first "API Partner".

Through this partnership, by providing the "YouCam API", participants of CraftStadium will be able to implement advanced AI and AR functions in a short period of time. Perfect will support the creation of new products by providing such development environments.

What is "YouCam API"?

"YouCam API" is a solution that smoothly integrates proprietary AI and AR technology into websites and mobile applications. In addition to APIs for beauty and fashion, such as high-precision AI skin analysis and virtual try-on, it also offers AI-powered image and video editing functions to meet diverse needs.

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What is the hackathon platform "CraftStadium"?

"CraftStadium" is a hackathon (short-term intensive software development event) platform for participants, where they can find hackathons that suit them and work on everything from team building to development and presentation of results. In addition, the service for organizers, "CraftStadium Organize", supports everything from building event-specific pages to attracting participants, forming teams, managing deliverables, judging, and data analysis.

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Comments from Representatives

Junshin Isozaki, Japan Business Lead, Perfect Inc.

"We are extremely pleased to be able to partner with "CraftStadium", which is undertaking advanced initiatives as a hackathon platform, as its first API partner. We are confident that providing our "Beautiful AI" technology, such as high-precision AI skin analysis and virtual try-on, which we have cultivated over many years, to passionate developers will mark the dawn of new innovation. In the limited time of a hackathon, an environment that allows easy access to advanced technology is essential for quickly turning ideas into reality. With the provision of "YouCam API" and free credits this time, an environment has been created where participants can challenge themselves with free and bold product development without worrying about technical hurdles or costs. We are already looking forward to seeing what innovative experiences creators, including next-generation students and young engineers, will create using our technology as a trigger."

Shin Yamamoto, Representative Director, CoPalette Inc.

"This partnership with Perfect Inc. is the first of its kind in the "API Partnership" system that CraftStadium aims for. Until now, even if people wanted to use excellent APIs, there were selection and cost barriers, creating a significant gap between those who could challenge and those who could not. We want to gradually break down these barriers by creating a common space where participants, organizers, and API providers can meet fairly. We are truly delighted to be working with Perfect Inc., which possesses the world-class YouCam API, as our first API partner. We look forward to seeing unprecedented surprises emerge from a place where people can reach out to cutting-edge technology without hesitation."

Overview of Partnership Agreement

Through this partnership, the following functions and environment will be provided to hackathon organizers and participating developers using "CraftStadium".

Skin analysis and virtual try-on functions can be implemented

Functions such as AI skin analysis, AR virtual try-on, and AI-powered image and video editing can be smoothly implemented into websites and apps.

Creating an environment where developers can easily utilize AI/AR technology

API documentation, usage guides, and credit acquisition methods will be displayed on the dedicated pages of confirmed participating developers. This will support developers in smoothly transitioning to development without getting lost in the introduction procedures.

"Free Credits" available to support development

Free credits for "YouCam API" will be provided to participating developers in eligible hackathons. By lowering the financial hurdle, we will create an environment where creators, including students and young engineers, can engage in product development without worrying about their budget.

About Perfect Inc.

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Founded in 2015, the company provides AI skin analysis, virtual try-on, and personalization services for cosmetic brands, fashion brands, retailers, salons, and clinics. It is a technology group that promotes "Beautiful AI", technology to make consumers' lives more beautiful.

With bases in Japan, North America, Europe, China, Taiwan, and India, the company's services are deployed in over 60 countries (as of 2025). By integrating beauty and technology, and fashion and technology, it has built a platform that connects consumers and brands in an unprecedented new way. Over 700 brands worldwide use its services, and its virtual try-on experience for over 800,000 cosmetic items boasts a usage volume of over 10 billion times annually.

Furthermore, the DX promotion through virtual try-on realistically supports sustainable initiatives such as reducing plastic usage and CO2 emissions by beauty industry companies, contributing to the creation of a more enjoyable and livable society.