Technoface Corporation
A Sapporo-based software development and AI/cloud solutions company founded in 2002, known for its digital signage and system integration products.
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Overview
Technoface Corporation is a Japanese software development and technology solutions company headquartered in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Founded in April 2002, the company emerged from the completion of the OpenSOAP project and has since grown into a technology firm specializing in artificial intelligence, software development, cloud systems, system integration support, technical consulting, business data analysis, system construction, and maintenance services. The company positions itself as a group of highly skilled engineers committed to tackling cutting-edge software technologies and delivering practical, high-quality solutions from Hokkaido to customers across Japan. Technoface's business spans several key areas. Its R&D support services focus on AI and software technology, including proof-of-concept and research and development assistance. The company also provides business solutions encompassing system development and technical support, leveraging advanced AI and cloud technologies to help clients with digital transformation. In addition, Technoface develops and sells its own products, including the digital signage system 'Minraku' (みんらく) and 'Staff Signage' (スタッフサイネージ), which are used in retail, tourism, and other sectors. The company has also released solutions such as 'TechnoSpace' (an OSS-based integrated monitoring solution), 'TechnoRace' (a UHF-band RFID automatic race timing system), and 'TechnoVision NetworkPlus' (a video playback control solution). As of August 2026, Technoface has 36 employees and a capital of 99 million yen. Its fiscal year ends in March. The company is privately held, with shareholders including Hokkaido Arubaito Joho-sha, Chowa Giken, Softcom, NTT Docomo Solutions, Hokuyo Bank, Open Loop, and others including company executives and university professors from Hokkaido. The representative director is Takashi Ishida. Technoface is a certified 'Hokkaido University-launched venture' and holds ISMS certifications for information security management. The company is a member of several industry associations, including the Hokkaido IT Promotion Association and the Sapporo Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Technoface has a strong focus on regional contribution and global outreach. Its corporate message emphasizes disseminating business from Hokkaido to the world, improving the status of local engineers, and contributing to regional economic development. The company has participated in numerous national and regional research and development projects, often in collaboration with Hokkaido University and major corporations such as Microsoft, IBM, and KDDI. Its recent activities include exhibiting at trade shows like Digital Signage Japan 2026 and Retail Tech Japan 2026, and entering a joint development agreement with Plus Corporation for an office layout auto-generation engine.
History
Technoface Corporation was established in April 2002 in Sapporo, Hokkaido, following the completion of the OpenSOAP project. Yasuo Nagasawa became the first representative director. In 2003, the company participated in a joint outsourcing demonstration experiment for a Hokkaido electronic local government platform, and began a joint research and development project with Hokkaido University on SOAP monitoring software for XML-Web services, which was selected for the Sapporo City industry-academia-government collaboration challenge subsidy. Yoshikazu Kurita became representative director that year. In 2004, Technoface co-developed the EAI solution 'xBPI' with Microsoft Corporation to achieve interoperability between different platforms. The 'MCS Medical Service Business Network System Development Project' was selected by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) for its Health Service Industry Creation Support Project. In 2005, the company co-developed the 'Controller' core of the Hokkaido electronic local government platform 'HARP' with Microsoft and IBM Japan. It also released the SOA development support software 'SOAP Communication Inspector' and successfully developed mobile phone applications and middleware in collaboration with KDDI Corporation and Salesforce.com. In 2006, Technoface's 'Development of SOA Integrated Toolkit for Mobile Business Solutions' was selected by the Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA) for its Small and Medium-sized IT Venture Support Project. The company also participated in IBM's DB2Viper Closed Beta program, limited to about a dozen companies worldwide. In 2007, its 'Manga Network Communication System' was selected by METI's Small and Medium Enterprise and Venture Challenge Support Project, and a promotional site for the manga communication system was launched. In 2008, the commercialization of the manga communication system was selected by the Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation for its commercialization support project. Hisaki Ishikawa became representative director. In 2009, Technoface's 'Prototype Development of GUI Sharing Framework for Embedded Software' was selected by the National Federation of Small Business Associations for its Manufacturing SME Product Development Support Subsidy. The Iwamizawa Office was opened. In 2010, Takashi Ishida became representative director. In 2011, the company released 'Syncface', a Salesforce.com client Android app. In 2012, a joint proposal for the Strategic Core Technology Advancement Support Project, 'Establishment of Embedded Security Technology Using Formal Methods and Development of Wireless Communication Middleware Supporting a Safe and Secure CPS Society', was selected. The company also released the OSS-based integrated monitoring solution 'TechnoSpace' and the UHF-band RFID automatic race timing system 'TechnoRace'. In 2013, Technoface's 'Prototype Development of High-Security, Offline CRM Client Application for Smartphones and Tablets' was selected by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency for its Manufacturing SME and Small Business Prototype Development Support Subsidy. In 2014, a joint proposal for the Strategic Core Technology Advancement Support Project, 'Applied Research on Lightweight Copyright Protection Technology for E-book Content and Demonstration Experiment of Distribution Services for Smartphones and Tablets', was selected. In 2016, the company was awarded the title of 'Hokkaido University-launched Venture' by Hokkaido University. It obtained ISMS certification (JIS Q 27001:2014 / ISO/IEC 27001:2013). Its 'Development of Multi-site Digital Signage Control Software' was selected by the Hokkaido Science and Technology Comprehensive Promotion Center for the Sapporo-style Manufacturing Development Promotion Project. The company released the video playback control solution 'TechnoVision NetworkPlus'. In 2017, Technoface increased its capital to 99 million yen. Its 'Development of Projection Mapping Calibration Software' was selected for the Sapporo-style Manufacturing Development Promotion Project. The company founded the Sapporo Innovation Lab, with Representative Director Takashi Ishida as its representative director. In 2018, its 'Development of AI-based Diagnostic Support System for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease' was selected by the Hokkaido Science and Technology Comprehensive Promotion Center for its Innovation Creation Research Support Project (Startup Research Grant). As of 2026, Technoface continues to operate from its headquarters in Sapporo, with 36 employees and capital of 99 million yen. The company remains active in research and development, product development, and industry collaboration, with recent activities including exhibitions at major trade shows and joint development agreements.
- 2025
Signed joint development agreement with Plus Corporation for office layout auto-generation engine.
- 2021
Participated in Post-5G Information and Communication System Infrastructure Enhancement R&D Project.
- 2018
AI-based COPD diagnostic support system project selected.
- 2017
Increased capital to 99 million yen; founded Sapporo Innovation Lab.
- 2016
Awarded 'Hokkaido University-launched Venture' title; obtained ISMS certification; released 'TechnoVision NetworkPlus'.
- 2014
E-book copyright protection project selected.
- 2013
High-security offline CRM client app project selected.
- 2012
Embedded security project selected; released 'TechnoSpace' and 'TechnoRace'.
- 2011
Released 'Syncface' Salesforce.com client Android app.
- 2010
Takashi Ishida becomes representative director.
Products and positioning
A Hokkaido-based technology company delivering advanced AI, cloud, and software solutions with a focus on quality and regional contribution.
Minraku
Digital signage system used in tourism and retail.
Staff Signage
Digital signage product for staff communication and store operations.
TechnoSpace
OSS-based integrated monitoring solution.
TechnoRace
UHF-band RFID automatic race timing system.
TechnoVision NetworkPlus
Video playback control solution.
Syncface
Salesforce.com client Android app.
xBPI
EAI solution for interoperability between different platforms.
SOAP Communication Inspector
SOA development support software.
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