EQUES has opened the “Naraha Town Office” in Naraha Town, Fukushima Prefecture, formally announcing a new hub to promote the implementation of nuclear power and AI in society. EQUES is an AI start-up originating from the University of Tokyo’s Matsuo Laboratory and is pursuing technology development in collaboration with operating sites.
On 8 September 2026, EQUES announced that it had opened the “Naraha Town Office” in Naraha Town, Futaba District, Fukushima Prefecture. The new office is positioned as a hub for advancing the practical implementation of nuclear industry and AI technologies in society. The company plans to strengthen collaboration with local businesses and research institutions and pursue demonstration and development at operating sites.
EQUES is an AI start-up originating from the University of Tokyo’s Matsuo Laboratory. It aims to solve challenges facing companies and society through advanced machine learning and generative AI, and advocates “accompanying technology development” conducted in close collaboration with clients. In the nuclear power field, it plans to launch its energy AI business in 2026 and promote the practical implementation of AI technologies that enhance and reduce the labour requirements of on-site operations and enable regulatory compliance.
The Hamadori region of Fukushima Prefecture faces challenges in reconstruction and the creation of new industries, and aims to build up technological expertise in fields including decommissioning, energy, robotics and manufacturing. Starting in Naraha Town, EQUES intends to promote the practical implementation of AI, advance technology development that leverages the region’s characteristics and support digital transformation at local businesses.