Promoting DX Support for Breweries Nationwide with KAORIUM ~Adoption by Over 100 Breweries~

SCENTMATIC Inc. (CEO: Toshiharu Kurisu, Headquarters: Tokyo, hereinafter referred to as 'Scentmatic'), which proposes new customer experiences through the digitalization of olfaction, is pleased to announce that the number of breweries adopting its Sommelier AI 'KAORIUM for Sake & Wine' has surpassed 100.

*KAORIUM is a registered trademark of SCENTMATIC Inc.

A New Sensation in Sake Selection Experience Provided by KAORIUM

The Sommelier AI 'KAORIUM for Sake & Wine' is an AI system that visualizes the flavors of sake through words and guides users to their ideal sake, thereby realizing a new dining and drinking experience. It can express the complex flavors of sake in easy-to-understand terms, and by matching them with desired moods such as 'want to be liberated' or 'want to be excited,' and preferred taste profiles like 'unique' or 'fruity,' the AI analyzes the match with available sakes in stores and recommends the right sake for the user.

Since its release in June 2024, it has been well-received by many customers, and the number of adopted breweries has now surpassed 100.

We have received the following comment from Mr. Terasawa, Toji (Master Brewer) at Tokyo Port Brewing in Minato-ku, Tokyo, which began adoption in January 2026:

"Our brewery, located in the heart of Tokyo, often sees businessmen working nearby visiting to purchase sake as gifts for business partners or for ceremonies. We value a customer service style that involves tasting, but KAORIUM complements our approach by expressing the delicate flavors and specialized knowledge of sake in easy-to-understand language. We expect it to invigorate communication between our staff and customers, helping customers rediscover their own preferences. We will continue to actively adopt new technologies to provide better services."

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With this milestone of 100 companies, Scentmatic will continue to expand the number of registered brands and support DX for more customers to utilize KAORIUM.

What is Sommelier AI 'KAORIUM for Sake & Wine'?