QommonsAI Training Conducted in Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture — Staff Prepare for Upcoming June Assembly Using 'AI for Council Response'

Polimill Inc., a company leading the social implementation of generative AI (Headquarters: Minato Ward, Tokyo / Representatives: Ayame Ito, Nonoka Taniguchi), conducted an on-site training session on June 11, 2026, for staff of Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture, focusing on the practical use of QommonsAI (CommonsAI), a generative AI solution designed for local governments. Approximately 70 participants attended across morning and afternoon sessions, demonstrating high concentration and proactive engagement.

■ Overview of the Training

Host Municipality: Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture

Curriculum: Beginner Level

Format: Hybrid (on-site and online)

Number of Participants: Approximately 70 (Morning: ~30, Afternoon: ~40)

Participant Profile: Primarily staff responsible for council affairs in the upcoming June assembly. Only 1–2 participants per session had prior experience with generative AI, with many encountering QommonsAI for the first time.

■ Strong Motivation Ahead of the June Assembly

With the June council session approaching, a moderate sense of tension filled the room. Participants expressed a quiet determination to master council response workflows using QommonsAI during the training.

The overall atmosphere was highly purpose-driven, with a clearly visible proactive attitude focused on immediate practical application in daily operations.

■ Seamless Progression from Basics to Practice

During the training centered on council response, while some staff mentioned previously using AI for extracting information from meeting minutes, they were surprised and convinced when introduced to QommonsAI’s ability to support the entire process—from drafting responses to predicting follow-up questions.

Additionally, through the early workshop session titled 'Creating a Greeting Message,' participants learned how to structure effective prompts by visualizing 'who,' 'what content,' and 'how long' the output should be. This approach received praise, with attendees noting it helped them maintain a consistent workflow during later practical exercises.

■ Balancing AI Utilization with Uniquely Human Qualities and Creativity

One particularly memorable insight came from a digital affairs officer during the session:

"The more staff over-rely on AI, the more their outputs lose soul."

"Moving forward, we must balance AI usage skills with each employee’s unique qualities and creative thinking."

This sharp observation highlighted a fundamental challenge: while generative AI is a powerful tool for operational efficiency, over-dependence risks undermining staff’s critical thinking and creativity.

■ Comment from the Trainer (Moriita)

"The staff from Mutsu City impressed me deeply with their serious and personal commitment to council responsibilities, regardless of rank or age, as the June assembly approaches. This training was only the beginning—focused on mastering fundamentals. The real challenge lies in how consistently they apply and internalize these skills in daily operations going forward.

AI can make responses faster, but the responsibility for their weight and integrity remains with the staff. We will continue to fully support Mutsu City in maintaining both efficiency and professional pride in their council engagements."

■ About the QommonsAI Training Program

Polimill Inc. offers a free, in-person training program nationwide for municipalities that have adopted QommonsAI. Employees visit client sites directly to deliver sessions. Curricula range from beginner to intermediate and management-level programs, tailored to each municipality’s proficiency and needs. The goal is not just adoption, but ensuring staff can confidently use the tool in real-world settings. Inquiries about training can be directed to the QommonsAI support desk.

■ About QommonsAI (CommonsAI)

QommonsAI, developed, provided, and operated by Polimill Inc., is a generative AI designed for public administration. It supports evidence-based solutions to municipal challenges by leveraging tens of millions of data points, including laws, policies, academic papers, and case studies from Japan and abroad.

As of June 2026, QommonsAI is used by over 850 municipalities nationwide, serving approximately 350,000 users. It is applied across diverse tasks such as council response preparation, policy development, citizen services, and public relations.

The platform integrates 12 carefully selected AI models from four leading providers—OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Preferred Networks—enabling users to choose the optimal model based on the task.

QommonsAI is delivered directly to all municipalities without intermediaries, and since its launch, the company has provided free on-site onboarding and beginner/intermediate training to every adopting municipality.

Furthermore, Polimill employs an agile development model that incorporates feedback from municipal staff into the service within days, consistently delivering the functionalities that local governments need—faster than ever before.

Official Website: https://info.qommons.ai/

■ Company Overview

Company Name: Polimill Inc.

Headquarters: Minato Ward, Tokyo

Representatives: CEO Ayame Ito / CEO Nonoka Taniguchi

Business Activities: Planning, development, and operation of QommonsAI (generative AI for public administration) and Surfvote (digital democracy platform), among others.

Corporate Website: https://polimill.jp/