Inside Convo AI World Japan: The Future of Conversational AI

At Convo AI World Japan, held on November 5, 2025, and co-hosted by Agora and V-Cube, industry leaders discussed the evolution of conversational AI, avatars, and multimodal intelligence with a focus on emotion, culture, and trust. The event emphasized Japan's unique strengths in AI, such as emotion, craftsmanship, and storytelling, suggesting that Japan can redefine AI leadership by focusing on empathy and cultural storytelling rather than scale. Key sessions explored topics like Amazon Bedrock's role in simplifying AI deployment and Akool's advancements in ultra-low-latency streaming avatars, which create more natural, human-like interactions. The panel discussion highlighted the importance of emotional design in avatar creation, real-time AI infrastructure, and the potential of multimodal AI. Other sessions demonstrated innovations in Japanese voice AI and instant 3D model creation, underscoring the shift towards AI experiences that prioritize emotion and real-time interaction. The event provided a comprehensive look at how AI is becoming more integrated into daily life, with Japan leading the charge in developing AI that listens, responds, and builds trust over time.