
Entertainment × Cutting-Edge Technology
Creating the next global revenue stream for official entertainment IP.
Gakugeki Inc.
About Gakugeki
Creating the Future of Official Fan Experiences
From watching to meeting.
Redefining how fans connect with official IP.
Gakugeki Inc. is an entertainment technology company developing CROSSIA, an AI, Web, and XR platform that enables official anime, manga, VTuber, and character IP holders to create premium fan experiences.
Through experiences where fans can meet, talk with, and take photos with their favorite characters, we help deepen engagement between official IP and audiences around the world.
By combining AI, Web, and XR into a unified platform, we enable IP holders to launch, expand, and continuously evolve official fan experiences while protecting each IP’s rights, brand, and creative vision.

We’re a team of engineers, designers, and creators who grew up immersed in fan culture — now building the VR worlds we always dreamed of.
Our Team

Co-founder & CEO / Director of the VRMMO Universe
Daisuke Takazoe
I grew up immersed in anime culture.
I’ve taken on almost every aspect of virtual event production — from writing specs to managing live effects and directing performers.
At Cluster Inc., Japan’s leading metaverse event company, I worked on more than 20 commercial VR events.
I also studied Lean Startup and Design Thinking during a short-term study abroad program at UC Berkeley Haas.

Co-founder & CTO
Takase Ito
I'm a master's student at the University of Aizu, conducting research in an XR-focused lab. Driven by a passion for immersive technology, I've led and contributed to a wide range of VR/AR projects—individually and in teams—exhibited at expos including an award-winning entry at IVRC. I’m building systems for scalable and immersive VR experiences while leading technical teams.

Co-founder & CDO (Chief Design Officer)
Yuzuki Honna
I became passionate about video production in high school, and to expand my range of expression, I entered the world of 3DCG. So far, I have earned second place at the 39th NHK National University Broadcasting Contest and have worked on over 20 video and 3DCG projects on my own. I create moments that move the hearts of those who experience my space and inspire them with emotion.

Corporate Admin
Ryuji Terata
With experience in Japan’s airborne forces and leadership training at the National Defense Academy, I’ve built a systems-oriented mindset grounded in discipline and adaptability.
In the Self-Defense Forces, I operated under pressure with precision. Later, as a cadet leader, I drove reforms that boosted cohesion across 500 members.

3DCG designer
Chisato Kudo
I received the Next Generation Artist Award at the Copic Award and have worked as both a 3D modeler and freelance creator.
At Gakugeki, I design immersive visuals that combine artistic and technical perspectives to express emotion and story.
I’m passionate about creating content that connects and inspires people through new worlds of expression.

Technical artist
Yuya Iwamoto
I studied human–machine emotional interaction and earned awards at nearly every conference I presented at.
At Gakugeki, I connect designers and engineers as a Technical Artist, leading VFX for live and game content.
I create VR-exclusive experiences that push the limits of immersive entertainment.
Ivestors
We are working together as one team to create the future of entertainment and experiences.
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ANYCOLOR Inc. (Former COO of Nijisanji)
Mr. Taiki Iwanaga

Startup Studio
Gaiax Co., Ltd.