# AI service launches in Japan

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ai-service-launches-in-japan
> Updated: 2026-10-20T03:41:43.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

New artificial intelligence services have been introduced in Japan targeting both business automation and consumer entertainment.

In the business sector, Rabona AI launched a ‘blended type’ AI call center service capable of switching between incoming and outgoing calls. The system integrates with CRM and SFA platforms to provide personalized responses and automate post-call workflows such as transcription and record updates. Similarly, wevnal released ‘BOTCHAN AICALL’, a telephone AI agent using generative AI and VoiceRAG technology to manage inquiries, orders, and cancellations 24/7.

In the consumer sector, Up Lab introduced ‘bonnon’, an AI character chat service focused on immersive storytelling. The service utilizes proprietary character designs and prompts to maintain consistent personalities and long-term memory within Japanese cultural contexts.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: New AI services launched in Japan for character chat and call center automation

Japan sees the launch of two new AI services: bonnon, a character-driven storytelling chat platform, and BOTCHAN AICALL, an automated telephone agent for call center efficiency.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-ai-services-launched-in-japan-for-character-chat-and-call-center-automation

### 2026-09-28: Rabona AI launches blended AI call center service

Rabona AI has launched a blended AI call center service in Japan that handles both incoming and outgoing calls using natural voice technology and CRM integration.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rabona-ai-launches-blended-ai-call-center-service

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