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98 EVENTS
Founded on January 6, 1994. The founding members were employees of Silicon Graphics Japan, a subsidiary of Silicon Graphics Inc. (SGI) in the US. They focused on the potential of SGI's computer graphics and Apple Macintosh, proposing solutions that integrate different architectures for the printing, publishing, broadcasting, and video industries.
Founded on January 6, 1994. The founding members were employees of Silicon Graphics Japan, a subsidiary of Silicon Graphics Inc. (SGI) in the US.
In February 1994, signed a sales partnership agreement with Silicon Graphics and started selling 'TransferPro' and 'K-Ashare', enabling mutual communication between Unix and Mac.
Signed a sales partnership agreement with Silicon Graphics and started selling "TransferPro" which enables mutual communication between Unix and Mac, and "K-Ashare".
In March 1995, formed a business alliance with Archetype Inc. in the US, based on the AppleShare server 'Hellios', and launched 'InterSep OPI' using SGI Server as a self-branded 'DTP Turbo Server' for the printing and publishing industry.
Formed a business alliance with Archetype Inc. in Boston, USA, and started selling "Hellios" based on Apple ShareServer and "InterSep OPI" installed on SGI Server, branded as "DTP Turbo Server" for the printing and publishing industry.
In June 1996, partnered with Adobe Inc. in the US, and sold Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premier integrated with SGI O2 workstations.
Formed a business alliance with Adobe Inc. in the US, and as the only authorized reseller in Japan, sold Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premier integrated with SGI O2 workstations.
In June 1997, partnered with Science-Division in Germany, and started selling the world's first video and CG matchmove tool '3D-Equalizer'.
Formed a business alliance with Science-Division in Germany, and started selling the world's first video and CG matchmove tool "3D-Equalizer".
In August 1997, Archetype developed the DAM system 'Media Bank', and it was installed as the first DAM system in Japan on the 'DTP Turbo Server'.
Archetype Inc. developed the DAM system "Media Bank". As Japan's first DAM system, it was integrated into "DTP Turbo Server".
In December 1999, partnered with Xinet Inc. in the US, and started selling a new model of 'DTP Turbo Server' equipped with 'FullPress' and web-based file system 'WebNative'.
Formed a business alliance with Xinet Inc., and started selling the new model of "DTP Turbo Server" equipped with Apple ShareServer "FullPress" and web-based file system "WebNative".
In November 2000, partnered with Nothing Real Inc. in the US, and started selling the VFX software 'Shake'.
Formed a business alliance with Nothing Real Inc., and started selling the VFX tool composition software "Shake" as the domestic general agent.
In 2001, partnered with UniqueID Inc., the development division of Smoke&Mirror in London, to sell video data management software 'CakeS'.
Formed a business alliance with UniqueID Inc., the development division of London's major post-production company Smoke&Mirror, and started selling the video data management software "CakeS".
In May 2002, Xinet released the DAM solution 'Venture', which was sold as an option for 'DTP Turbo Server'. The number of installations exceeded 200 companies.
Xinet Inc. released the DAM solution "Venture" and started selling it as an option for "DTP Turbo Server". The number of companies adopting "DTP Turbo Server" with "FullPress" and "WebNative" exceeded 200.
In March 2003, partnered with Apple Inc. in the US, and registered as an Apple Solution Partner.
Entered into a business alliance with Apple Inc. and registered as an Apple Solution Partner.
In November 2003, released proprietary video data management software 'thiiDa'.
Released in-house developed video data management software "thiiDa".
In April 2010, started selling as the only domestic solution for WoodWing's 'Digital Magazine Production Tool for iPad'.
Started selling WoodWing's "Digital Magazine Production Tool for Apple iPad" as the only solution in Japan.
Divested the broadcasting video division (established Visual Graphics Inc.).
In August 2010, spun off the broadcast video division and established Visual Graphics Inc.
In November 2010, merged with Silicon Studio Inc.'s video division.
Merged with Silicon Studio Inc.'s video division.
In September 2011, partnered with Belgian company Approve to start selling the cross-media online proofing solution 'APROOVE'.
Formed a business alliance with Belgian company Approve and started selling cross-media online proofing solution "APROOVE" for DTP, Video, and Web production.
In October 2011, WoodWing sold its Digital Magazine business to Adobe Inc., and continued to be involved in selling 'Digital Magazine Production Tools'.
WoodWing sold its Digital Magazine business to Adobe. Continues to be involved in selling "Digital Magazine Production Tools" as an Adobe Certified Solution Partner.
In April 2012, Xinet Inc. was acquired by North Plains in Canada, establishing a new partnership.
Xinet Inc. was acquired by North Plains in Canada. Established a new partnership with North Plains.
In November 2012, sold all shares of Visual Graphics Inc. to Tomoe Corporation.
Sold all shares of Visual Graphics Inc. to Tomoe Corporation.
In June 2014, released "thiiDa3" as a successor to "thiiDa2".
Released "thiiDa3" as a successor to "thiiDa2".
In February 2015, halted development of "thiiDa3" and started development of "CIERTO".
Discontinued ongoing development of "thiiDa3". Started development of "CIERTO".
In March 2016, established a local subsidiary in Manila, Philippines, as a development base for "CIERTO".
Established a local subsidiary in Manila, Philippines, as a development base for "CIERTO".
In October 2016, released and started selling "CIERTO" as a next-generation DAM solution.
Released and started selling "CIERTO" as a next-generation DAM solution.
In December 2016, Okinawa Office relocated to "IT Tsurui Park" in Uruma City.
Okinawa office relocated to "IT Tsuran Park" in Uruma City.
In January 2017, launched "Turbo Server EXPRESS," a workflow server for the printing industry based on the company's own brand "CIERTO," and a cloud service based on Microsoft Azure.
Launched a workflow server "Turbo Server EXPRESS" for the printing industry based on the company's own brand "CIERTO" and a new Azure-based cloud service from Microsoft.
Recognized as an Azure Gold Partner as a partner of Microsoft Azure.
Released version 2.0 of the company's own digital asset management (DAM) system "CIERTO".
In March 2017, Okinawa Office relocated to Chatan Araha Beach.
"CIERTO" received the Grand Prix in the ASP・SaaS category at the ASPIC IoT, AI, and Cloud Awards 2019 supported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
Okinawa office relocated to Chatan Araha Beach.
In July 2019, certified as Azure Gold Partner as a Microsoft Azure partner.
In August 2019, released "CIERTO" version 2.0 with many new features. Cloud users exceeded 100 companies.
Released version 2.0 of the company's own digital asset management (DAM) system "CIERTO".
In November 2019, "CIERTO" won the ASP・SaaS Grand Prix in the ASPIC IoT, AI, and Cloud Awards 2019 supported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
At the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications-supported ASPIC IoT·AI·Cloud Award 2019, CIERTO won the overall Grand Prize in the ASP/SaaS category.
In March 2020, "CIERTO" obtained "ASP・SaaS Safety and Reliability Disclosure Certification" according to the guidelines announced by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
CIERTO obtained the "Information Disclosure Certification for Safety and Reliability of ASP/SaaS" in accordance with guidelines published by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
In May 2020, released "CIERTO" version 2.6, refreshing the interface and adding new features.
Released version 2.6 of the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system "CIERTO".
In December 2020, released "CIERTOLink" as an option for "CIERTO," supporting telecommuting and remote work.
Released "CIERTOLink", an option for CIERTO that supports remote work and telecommuting in Adobe CC environments.
In January 2021, enhanced the "online collaboration" feature of "CIERTO" to enable remote proofreading and approval.
Enhanced the "Online Collaboration" feature of CIERTO.
In May 2021, released project management system "APROOVE WM" supporting online proofreading and approval workflows.
Released the project management system "APROOVE WM".
In July 2021, released "CIERTO PIM," a product information management (PIM) feature as an option.
Released "CIERTO PIM" as an optional new feature of CIERTO.
In May 2022, "CIERTO" was selected as the only Japanese DAM among the top 10 Digital Asset Management Systems in the APAC region by CIO Magazine.
In May 2022, patent application for "FS Monitor" was approved, patent number 7073375 obtained.
"CIERTO" was selected as one of the top 10 Digital Asset Management Systems in the APAC region by CIO Magazine.
The patent application for "FS Monitor" was approved.
In November 2022, relocated headquarters to Ebisu Garden Place.
Moved headquarters to Ebisu Garden Place.
In June 2023, developed a linkage module supporting the EC site construction support software "Shopify" and "CIERTO".
Developed an integration module between the e-commerce site building software "Shopify" and "CIERTO".
In July 2023, "CIERTO" released a linkage function with Heart Core's content management system "Heart Core CMS".
Released integration functionality between "CIERTO" and Heart Core's content management system "Heart Core CMS".
In November 2023, "CIERTO" strengthened its integration with the global open-source CMS "WordPress" to improve website creation and update convenience.
Strengthened integration between "CIERTO" and the global open-source CMS "WordPress".
In March 2024, collaborated with ax Inc. to develop AI features of "CIERTO" (natural language search, similar image search, automatic tagging).
In March 2024, developed a linkage module between the major cloud storage "Box" and "CIERTO".
Developed AI features for "CIERTO" (natural language search, similar image search, automatic tagging).
Developed an integration module between the major cloud storage service "Box" and "CIERTO".
In November 2024, received the APAC NOI Leader award in the evaluation by the global software research company G2.com.
Achieved "Leader" status in the APAC NOI evaluation by the global software research company G2.com.
In December 2024, won the semi-grand prize in the ASPIC IoT, AI, and Cloud Award 2024 supported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications for "CIERTO PIM" in the ASP and SaaS categories.
At the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications-supported ASPIC IoT·AI·Cloud Award 2024, "CIERTO PIM" received the runner-up prize in the ASP/SaaS category.
In March 2025, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market.
Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market.
In July 2025, started collaboration with Intrix Inc. to support digital communication for BtoB companies.
Commenced collaboration with Intrix Co., Ltd.
In September 2025, began collaboration with TOPPAN Inc. for the production and operation support of promotional content for companies.
Commenced collaboration with TOPPAN Co., Ltd. for corporate promotional content creation and operation support.
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News
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Exhibiting at Sales & Marketing DXPO Tokyo '26 Autumn
Visual Processing Japan will exhibit at the Sales & Marketing DXPO Tokyo '26 Autumn, held on November 19-20, 2026 at Ariake GYM-EX. We will introduce the latest features and implementation cases of "CIERTO", which integrates DAM and PIM, to improve productivity in advertising, promotion, and marketing, and strengthen branding. On November 20, we will also hold a product introduction seminar themed around corporate content management and utilization.
VPJ and CIERTO Receive Leader Award at ITreview Award Fall
Visual Processing Japan Inc. (VPJ) has won the top "Leader" award for its DAM solution "CIERTO" at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, hosted by ITreview. This award is based on reviews submitted up to September 2026 and follows the "Winter" award received in January 2026, marking consecutive wins. VPJ stated that by enhancing CIERTO's features and strengthening implementation and operational support, it contributes to strengthening corporate content utilization and brand governance.
VPJ Exhibits at EC & Online Shopping DXPO Fukuoka '26
Visual Processing Japan Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the EC & Online Shopping DXPO Fukuoka '26, held on October 22-23, 2026 at Marine Messe Fukuoka. With a focus on marketing DX in the AI era, we will introduce the integrated solution 'CIERTO' equipped with DAM and PIM, and provide case studies and demos. On October 23, we will also hold a seminar on 'Marketing DX Strategy in the AI Era'.
HURRIC Hotel Management adopts DAM solution 'CIERTO'
Visual Processing Japan Co., Ltd. announced that it has adopted the DAM solution 'CIERTO' to centrally manage the photographic assets of all facilities operated by HURRIC Hotel Management. This will consolidate photo content that was scattered across each hotel, facility, and department, creating an environment where necessary materials can be quickly searched and utilized during press releases and promotional material production. Additionally, it is expected to streamline tasks such as image conversion and promote the secondary use of photographic materials in public relations and promotional activities.
T&G Implements CIERTO AI-Powered Digital Asset Management System
Take and Give. Needs Co., Ltd. has implemented VPJ's CIERTO system to streamline image management. Natural-language AI search cut image search time by 50% and improved operational efficiency in areas such as tagging and rights management.
Sundrug adopts CIERTO to overhaul product information management
Sundrug has adopted the DAM/PIM integrated solution "CIERTO" to centrally manage product images and information, streamlining the dissemination of information to its own e-commerce site and various e-commerce malls. By migrating from the previously used overseas system, it reduces reliance on external vendors and establishes a fast and flexible operational system.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Adopts CIERTO DAM for AI-Powered Player Photo Tagging
Sanfrecce Hiroshima has adopted CIERTO DAM from Visual Processing Japan to automatically tag player photos using AI facial recognition. The system will be used for both archived images and new photos.
VPJ Holds CIERTO User Meeting 2026, Announces Use Cases and Roadmap
Visual Processing Japan Co., Ltd. held the CIERTO User Meeting 2026 and announced the latest CIERTO features, including AI and workflow capabilities, as well as its development roadmap. Implementation examples from Albion Co., Ltd. and Inaba Denki Sangyo Co., Ltd. were presented, followed by lively questions, answers, and discussion among participants.
Life Corporation Introduces 'CIERTO' for Product Information Management Platform
Life Corporation has introduced the DAM/PIM system 'CIERTO' to strengthen centralized management of product information and external system integration, aiming to enhance digital touchpoints and operational efficiency. This has enabled automation of product information updates and improved accuracy of information.
VPJ's DAM Solution 'CIERTO' Wins No.1
Visual Processing Japan Inc.'s 'CIERTO' received the highest rating in the DAM category at 'ITreview The Best Software in Japan 2026' and was selected as No.1. This evaluation is based on user reviews, and VPJ aims to continue enhancing features and strengthening support systems.
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National Tax Agency basic information9011001019532
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three items
Trade name
株式会社ビジュアル・プロセッシング・ジャパン
Trade name (kana)
ビジュアルプロセッシングジャパン
Name in English
Corporation type
301
Address
〒150-0013 東京都渋谷区恵比寿４丁目２０番７号恵比寿ガーデンプレイスセンタープラザＢ１
Postal code
1500013
Prefecture code
13
City code
113
Address outside Japan
Prefecture in English
City in English
Address outside Japan in English
Corporate number assignment date
2015-10-05
Update date
2022-12-06
Change date
2022-11-30
Registry closure date
Reason for registry closure
Successor corporate number
Details of the change
Latest record
1
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0
Processing type
12
Correction type
0
Trade name image ID
Address image ID
Sequence number
2531667
METI gBizINFO9011001019532
Source: gBizINFO (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)
