香港, 2025年11月20日 - (亚太商訊) - 在加速布局机器人全产业链的背景下，首程控股（0697.HK）正在持续强化C端触达能力，并以场景应用带动产业落地。近日，首程控股宣布，"首程机器人科技体验店"征名活动进入投票阶段，共30个候选名称面向公众开放评选，进一步体现公司在打造消费级机器人生态上的开放态度与品牌建设能力。本次投票入口：https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/4_OK-VMJrTQdef8OM7EKnQ或在微信搜索"首程控股"，点击置顶推送参与投票。一、体验店体系持续扩张，C端生态雏形显现"首程机器人科技体验店"（当前暂定名：陶朱新造局）不仅是一家科技零售空间，更被视作首程控股切入消费级机器人市场的关键节点。体验店已在北京、成都及机场等重要商圈落地，展示超200款机器人产品，覆盖：家庭陪伴与服务机器人、教育娱乐与编程机器人、医疗康复与智能辅助设备、户外运动、文旅互动等创新设备。同时，首程控股依托其在上游投资布局的优势，已深度参与人形机器人、运动控制、具身智能等核心赛道。例如：宇树科技、松延动力、银河通用、加速进化等企业均为其产业基金的重要投资标的，从核心材料、零部件到整机制造形成纵深布局。二、从"投"到"用"：构建机器人应用生态闭环在投资端之外，首程控股正在将"体验店+直播间+多场景应用"融合为规模化的消费触达体系。"Wallbreaker（首程W）机器人直播间"吸引大量用户线上参与，使得机器人设备从展示、体验到消费形成闭环。未来一年，公司规划开设20家以上机器人科技体验店，以连锁化方式加速推动机器人产品的普及与商业化试点，进一步夯实其在文旅、教育、医疗、城市服务等城市场景的落地能力。三、机器人应用的"第一站"，公众共创品牌未来随着C端消费场景不断丰富，机器人产业正从技术驱动进入体验驱动的新阶段。此次征名活动和公开投票，既是首程控股构建品牌与用户共创机制的尝试，也是其推动机器人生活化的关键一步。本次征名投票将于2025年12月19日18:00截止。欢迎各界参与，共同为未来的机器人科技空间命名，见证中国城市级机器人应用生态的成长。投票入口：https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/4_OK-VMJrTQdef8OM7EKnQ或微信搜索"首程控股"，点击置顶推送即可参与。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
Report on the public recording of a chat and dramatic reading by popular voice actors Miina Tominaga, Kaori Nazuka, and Tomohiro YamaguchiTOKYO, Nov 20, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anime Tokyo Station, an exhibition center for Japanese anime operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Association of Japanese Animations, has welcomed many visitors from Japan and overseas as a facility that promotes the appeal of Japanese anime to the world under the motto, “Making ANIME more interesting, Bringing ANIME far into the future.”On Tuesday, November 4, the official Anime Tokyo Station YouTube channel hosted the public recording event “Anime Tokyo Station Autumn Festival.” Approximately 50 visitors selected by lottery attended and enjoyed the event.At the event, voice actor Miina Tominaga served as the host, with guests Kaori Nazuka and Tomohiro Yamaguchi making an appearance. To commemorate the second anniversary of Anime Tokyo Station, Miina Tominaga and Kaori Nazuka were dressed in kimono, while Tomohiro Yamaguchi appeared in a white tuxedo—reportedly his first time wearing one in his life.The next chat featured a discussion of “Favorite Anime” in connection with Anime Tokyo Station. The topic was “The Anime That Inspired You to Pursue Voice Acting.” Kaori Nazuka answered with “Ojarumaru,” which was both her debut work and favorite anime since childhood. “When I was in my first year of middle school, I appeared in a musical. Back then, I had the opportunity to perform alongside Ayaka Saito (who was appearing in “Ojarumaru” at the time). The director of “Ojarumaru,” Akitaro Daichi, came to see that stage performance and scouted me as a voice actor. When I made my debut, I was shocked by how bad I was (laughs),” she commented. Tomohiro Yamaguchi answered with “Utawarerumono,” “My Bride is a Mermaid,” “Mobile Suit Gundam,” and “Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion.” He said that when he watched late-night anime again as an adult, he was “shocked by how fascinating it was.” He became obsessed with “Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion,” which featured Kaori Nazuka, and would even leave his part-time job early to watch it. “It’s no exaggeration to say I’m doing this job now thanks to Miina and Kaori,” he said, and the venue erupted in laughter.Following the chat, legendary voice actor Masako Nozawa sent a congratulatory message celebrating Anime Tokyo Station’s second anniversary. Miina Tominaga shared her thoughts: “Receiving Masako Nozawa’s words of praise, encouragement, and support energizes us every single year! We always receive so much power from her.”During the press photo session, a surprise appearance by Maruko from “CHIBI MARUKO-CHAN” drew voices of excitement from the audience as she struck numerous poses for the cameras, hyping up the venue.During the latter half of the event, Miina Tominaga, Kaori Nazuka, and Tomohiro Yamaguchi delivered a live performance of “Kumo no Kiremani (A Break in the Clouds),” the third installment in the “Arashi No Yoru Ni (One Stormy Night)” series of dramatic readings that also drew attention at the Anime Tokyo Station Tanabata Festival. Accompanied by live percussion, original background music, and sound effects, their performance was packed with realism. The audience gathered at the venue listened quietly to this rare dramatic reading, and a huge round of applause erupted after it ended.Following the dramatic reading, Yuichi Kimura, author of the “Arashi No Yoru Ni (One Stormy Night)” series, appeared for a chat. He shared his thoughts: “It was wonderful. Out of all seven volumes, this one is the most understated. Yet your performance was incredibly interesting and funny. I was able to see my work in a new light.” The three performers, who had been nervous about performing in front the author, responded, “We were nervous about doing this in front of you, so thank you very much.”Footage of this event will be made available on the official Anime Tokyo Station YouTube channel for a limited time from Saturday November 15 to Sunday, November 30. Furthermore, the three dramatic readings—including those performed at previous events—of the first three volumes of “Arashi No Yoru Ni (One Stormy Night)” will be screened at the “Anime Watch Party: Extra Special Edition” on Friday, November 21.Please take this opportunity to enjoy Anime Tokyo Station content, either at the facility or on YouTube.Overview of the Anime Tokyo Station Autumn Festival VideoAvailable on the Anime Tokyo Station official YouTube channel for a limited time onlyPeriod: Saturday, November 15, 2025 to Sunday, November 30, 2025YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSJOjGJE5Yiqw3PZ97AVdJw (In Japanese)Venue OverviewName:Anime Tokyo Station (also known as "Anime Tokyo")Location:Floors B1 to 2F of Tokyu East 5 (2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo)*4 minutes on foot from Ikebukuro StationHours:11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last admission: 6:45 p.m.)Closed:Mondays *If Monday falls on a holiday, the venue will be open on Monday and closed on the following day New Year's holiday period May be closed on other days Please check the venue website before coming.Admission fee:FreeWebsite:https://animetokyo.jp/en/SNS:X｜https://x.com/animetokyo_info (@animetokyo_info)Instagram｜https://www.instagram.com/animetokyostation/ (@animetokyostation)YouTube｜ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSJOjGJE5Yiqw3PZ97AVdJw Inquiries regarding this press releasePublic Relations Office of "Anime Tokyo Station" (Kyodo PR)Contact person: Miri YasudaE-mail: animetokyo-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Press release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20251120_2.pdf Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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HONG KONG, Nov 20, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will host the Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK) flagship promotion campaign at Palazzo Mezzanotte in Milan on 27 November. This marks the event’s first return to Italy after a previous edition in 2014. The event is expected to gather over 700 business leaders, officials and investors to explore business and partnership opportunities in Asia via Hong Kong.The event takes place against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving global business landscape and growth in markets such as the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as well as opportunities arising from Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis initiative, and will offer Italian businesses an opportunity to explore new markets, build partnerships and foster collaboration across Asia.After successful recent editions in Paris and Jakarta, TBTHK Milan will gather some 80 delegates from Hong Kong, including government officials, business and creative industry leaders, financial and professional services providers, investors and start-up entrepreneurs, as well as executives from Chinese Mainland companies based in Hong Kong, for a day of dialogue, networking and partnership-building with Italian companies keen to expand into Asia. The event will highlight Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector and super value-adder, enabling both Hong Kong and mainland enterprises to go global and seize opportunities in Italy and across Europe.At the Opening Session, Paul Chan, Hong Kong SAR Government Financial Secretary, and Prof Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, along with an Italian government representative will deliver remarks. At the Plenary Session, high-profile speakers from various industries, including Bernard Chan, Chairman of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority; Bonnie Chan, CEO of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Claudio de Bedin, Partner of Justin Chow & de Bedin Solicitors LLP; Fabio De Rosa, Head of Global Transaction Banking of Banco BPM; Hans Michael Jebsen, Chairman of The Hong Kong-Europe Business Council and Jebsen Group; and Alex Zhavoronkov, Founder and CEO of Insilico Medicine, will share their insights.The programme will also include five thematic sessions, focusing on a strategic area that reflects shared priorities between Hong Kong and Italy and will offer in-depth insights into practical collaboration opportunities. Prominent business leaders, including representatives from Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Invest Hong Kong, Hong Kong Information Technology Joint Council, Hong Kong Design Centre, Hong Kong Designers Association, HSBC, Bank of China, as well as start-ups, will share their successes and insights. The thematic sessions will cover:Digital Trade and Finance: Highlighting global economic and digital transformation trends, key challenges in cross-border trade, Hong Kong’s role as a leading financial and trade hub strengthening ties with Europe and Italy, its advanced digital trade initiatives and infrastructure, success stories using new technologies, and plans to build trade corridors linking Italy, Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland.Innovation and Technology: Exploring Hong Kong’s role as a leading testbed and launchpad for AI, robotics, and smart city solutions, featuring breakthroughs in greentech, industrial digitalisation, and urban innovation backed by case studies in AI logistics, automation, and sustainable management to unlock partnership opportunities for Italian firms in Asia’s fast-growing smart city ecosystem.Global Supply Chain: Highlighting the shared priorities between Hong Kong and Italy, this panel showcases Hong Kong’s drive for global supply chain innovation through strong European partnerships, leveraging its capital market and superconnector role to empower pioneering companies in transforming cutting-edge technologies into sustainable, greener, and more resilient growth.Creative and Design: Master designers will introduce distinctive lifestyle design cases and partnerships that re-define cross-cultural elegance, while emerging talents unveil cutting-edge design solutions and share inspiring stories of successful brand collaborations in another panel. In addition to a full-day symposium, the TBTHK programme will feature an exhibition comprising the Business Support Zone and InnoVenture Salon, where over 20 Hong Kong service providers and start-ups will showcase innovative services, solutions, and technologies, creating opportunities for collaboration with Italian participants. One-on-one business consultations and on-site business matching will be arranged to facilitate deals and collaborations between Italian and Hong Kong companies. The day will conclude with the Hong Kong Dinner, providing further opportunities for the business communities of Italy and Hong Kong to connect.Survey reveals Italian businesses eye Hong Kong as key gateway to AsiaThe HKTDC and the Milan-headquartered Italy China Council Foundation (ICCF) have jointly conducted a survey titled Italian Companies’ Asian Expansion Priorities: Innovation, Healthcare and Retail Sectors. Key findings indicate that Hong Kong is regarded as a priority market and an essential trading partner by many of Italy’s increasingly Asia-focused businesses.Primarily targeted at Italian companies with business in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and wider Asia, the research survey was conducted in Q3 2025, covering 172 Italian C-suite and senior business leaders. According to the findings, 77% of surveyed Italian businesses are strongly committed to expanding in Asia, citing the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong as their priority markets.When asked how Hong Kong can facilitate Italian business expansion in Asia over the next three years, some 93% of respondents believe Hong Kong can effectively support their plans. The city’s unrivalled status as a strategic gateway to many Asian markets, along with its strengths as a logistics and supply chain management hub, were also widely acknowledged.Strong Italy-Hong Kong tiesItaly is an important trading and investment partner for Hong Kong. In 2024, bilateral trade amounted to US$8.3 billion. This positions Italy as Hong Kong’s fourth-largest EU trading partner and export market, and its third-largest EU import market.As of the end of 2023, Hong Kong was the third most popular destination for Italian investment in Asia. Hong Kong investors also recorded substantial investments in Italy, with the city being the third-largest Asian investor in the country. As of 2024, there were 200 Italian companies operating in Hong Kong.The sectors recording the most trading activity include fashion and luxury goods, electronics and food and beverages, as well as high-value professional services industries – areas where Italian excellence is globally recognised.The Asian metropolis offers a unique regional business ecosystem, combining competitive taxation, a robust legal framework based on the common law, strong IP protection and privileged access to the Chinese Mainland and emerging Asia-Pacific markets.This combination makes Hong Kong an ideal platform for Italian companies eager to expand into Asia, diversify their operations, and strengthen their presence in one of the world’s most vibrant regions.For more information, please visit the official TBTHK Milan website:https://thinkbusinessthinkhk.com/2025-milan/symposium/en/index.htmlRegister for the event on 27 November:https://milan.hktdc.com/index.phpPhoto download: https://bit.ly/3XmdzNjThe next edition of the flagship promotional event, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, will take place in Milan, Italy, on 27 November. This photo shows the Paris edition held in 2023.Media enquiriesHKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:Jane CheungTel: +852 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgWeber ShandwickNadia LauriaTel: +39 3356962981Email: hkmedia@webershandwickitalia.itMarco PedrazziniTel: +39 3470369222Email: hkmedia@webershandwickitalia.itInes BaraldiTel: +39 3428650498Email: hkmedia@webershandwickitalia.itAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
TOKYO, Nov 20, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anime Tokyo Station (2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo) is an anime exhibition facility dedicated to Japanese anime content, which has developed a passionate fan base both in Japan and abroad. Since its opening, the venue welcomed over 220,000 visitors from around the world. With the concept of rediscovering the appeal of anime, Anime Tokyo station is expanding its presence to Roblox, one of the world’s leading immersive platforms, by releasing interactive games that allow players to explore the charm of Japanese anime and the world of Anime Tokyo Station itself. On November 3, 2025, at 3:00p.m. (JST), Anime Tokyo Station will launch ANIME☆SKILL TCG, a new game that lets player enjoy learning about the anime production process. This release also expands the ANIME☆OTODAMA map, further enhancing the Anime Tokyo Station experience on Roblox. Come visit Anime Tokyo Station in the metaverse and experience the diverse appeal of Japanese anime through gaming.For more information on how to play the game and upcoming version updates, please visit the ANIME TOKYO STATION ON ROBLOX special page within the Anime Tokyo Station website.ANIME TOKYO STATION ON ROBLOX special page: https://animetokyo.jp/en/roblox/TitleANIME TOKYO STATIONStage 2ANIME☆SKILL TCGRelease dateNovember 3, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. (JST)PlatformRoblox (iOS, Android, PC, PlayStation5, PlayStation4, Xbox One)GenreParty gameURLhttps://www.roblox.com/games/85319291338189/ *You will need to download the Roblox app and register an account to access the game. 『ANIME☆SKILL TCG』This update introduces the new game, ANIME☆SKILL TCG. Players can earn coins by exploring town areas and completing mini games. Using these coins to purchase card packs, players can obtain Anime Skill Cards, each themed around a different stage of the anime production process. These cards allow players to learn how anime is made while playing the game. By combining collected cards, players can create Anime Cards that showcase character designs and world settings enhanced with animated effects. Collect a variety of Anime Cards and rediscover the magic of anime! Through the unique game experience only at Anime Tokyo Station—a facility dedicated to sharing the appeal of anime—knowledge and insight about animation are also being shared within Roblox. Location Scouting Game Help characters in need (production staff) within the game and earn coins!Find and click the designated locations to successfully complete location scouting missions! Take on a variety of location scouting challenges!Collect Anime Skill Cards and Build Your Deck!Anime Skill Cards depict the tools, professions, and creative roles necessary for creating anime. Collecting 12 of these cards and arranging them in sequence to form a deck will represent the anime production process. Plus, by skillfully constructing your deck, you can even unlock high-rarity anime cards! Combine Decks with Unique Cards to Get Anime Cards Combining your deck with two unique cards enables you to create anime cards. Unique cards are rare cards that can occasionally be obtained by purchasing card packs with coins. To create anime cards, you need to acquire two types: Character Cards and World/Theme Cards. When you create an anime card, the character’s background story and world settings not depicted on the card will be animated by combining still images, transforming into a special card. Be sure to collect lots of anime cards.ANIME☆OTODAMA and ANIME☆SKILL TCG Linked!The map from the game ANIME☆OTODAMA, previously available at Anime Tokyo Station on Roblox, will now be linked to the new game ANIME☆SKILL TCG! Aside from being able to travel to the new game ANIME☆SKILL TCG, players can purchase special items in ANIME☆OTODAMA that can be used in ANIME☆SKILL TCG.Information on Version Updates and Release CampaignsFor information on gift campaigns within Roblox and upcoming version updates, please visit the official website and official X account. Special website page: https://animetokyo.jp/en/roblox/ Official X account: https://x.com/animetokyo_info (@animetokyo_info) What is Roblox? As of the end of December 2024, Roblox is the world's fastest-growing immersive social platform. It is available in 190 countries and 16 languages, and has roughly 90 million daily active users (as of November 2024). It is particularly popular with young people. Users spend an average of 2.4 hours a day in Roblox, and total play time is on the rise, increasing 24% year-on-year. In Roblox, users can enjoy both gaming and social features. It is particularly popular in the U.S. and Canada, and in Asia, is rapidly growing in Japan and India. Its Japanese user base has grown 56% year-on-year. Roblox is also starting to be used for education, business, and community revitalization, and expectations are high for its continued future expansion. Venue OverviewName:Anime Tokyo Station (also known as "Anime Tokyo")Location:Floors B1 to 2F of Tokyu East 5 (2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo)*4 minutes on foot from Ikebukuro StationHours:11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last admission: 6:45 p.m. last admission for special exhibitions: 6:30 p.m.)Closed:Mondays *If Monday falls on a holiday, the venue will be open on Monday and closed on the following day New Year's holiday period May be closed on other days Please check the venue website before coming.Admission fee:FreeWebsite:https://animetokyo.jp/en/SNS:X｜https://x.com/animetokyo_info (@animetokyo_info)Instagram｜https://www.instagram.com/animetokyostation/ (@animetokyostation)YouTube｜ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSJOjGJE5Yiqw3PZ97AVdJw Inquiries regarding this press releasePublic Relations Office of "Anime Tokyo Station" (Kyodo PR)Contact person: Miri YasudaE-mail: animetokyo-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Press release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20251120_1.pdf Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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