i-Pairs Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President: Mamoru Ito) announced the second phase of its business expansion in Okinawa by forming a partnership with Okinawa’s entertainment production company “Origin Lil Co., Ltd. (formerly: Origin Corporation),” based in Naha City and led by President Shuri Nosuke, on May 20, 2024.
In this collaboration, i-Pairs will support the activities of Origin Lil’s Tokyo branch, while Origin Lil will support i-Pairs’ business expansion in Okinawa, thereby assisting each other in their respective regional bases.
Furthermore, utilizing i-Pairs’ main businesses, including Virtual Production and Motion Capture, we will create and broadcast enjoyable content in collaboration with talents from Origin Lil.
■”i-Base” – The Production and Activity Hub for Content from Tokyo
i-Pairs is currently preparing a studio in Tokyo, “i-Base,” equipped with state-of-the-art Virtual Production facilities, including a large LED screen and camera tracking system.
This studio will be utilized for various content productions involving our company and will also serve as the activity hub for Origin Lil’s Tokyo branch. Talents such as Mr. Benbee, Mr. Udon-chan, and Ms. Namiki Namiki will host various live events at “i-Base.”
Furthermore, some of the live events held at “i-Base” are planned to be broadcast simultaneously to Okinawa (irregularly).
■Monthly Public Viewing of Origin Comedy Live “Kishōtenketsu” at i-Base
Starting from the upcoming event on Saturday, May 25, 2024, “Kishōtenketsu Vol. 338,” the public viewing of the Origin comedy live show “Kishōtenketsu,” which is held every 4th Saturday of the month, will be a regular event at “i-Base.”
At the public viewing venue “i-Base,” you can enjoy dynamic broadcast footage on a large LED screen while listening to the talks of Mr. Benbee, who will serve as the MC.
Public Viewing Venue: i-Base
Address: 4-3-7 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, KS Building B1F, i-Pairs Co., Ltd.
Public Viewing Participation Fee:
General & Middle/High School Students: ¥2,000, Elementary School Students: ¥1,000, Preschool Children (lap sitting/no seat): ¥0
Web Reservation: https://jcation.com/omusubi/origin/
*Please apply from the link “Origin Comedy Live Kishōtenketsu Public Viewing in Tokyo” on the above URL.
■Talk Event at Junkudo Bookstore Naha in Okinawa
On Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 7:00 PM, a talk event will be held at Junkudo Bookstore Naha in Okinawa, with the theme of Motion Capture. The event will feature actor Daisuke Onaga, president of Next Heroes Okinawa Co., Ltd., Nosuke Shuri, president of Origin Lil, Mamoru Ito, president of i-Pairs, and CTO Sato of i-Pairs.
The discussion will cover the topic of Motion Capture and VR Content business that i-Pairs will be developing in Okinawa, providing attendees with an easy-to-understand explanation of “What is Motion Capture?”
☆“Transforming Video! The Evolving World of Motion Capture” Event Details
Event Introduction：
A discussion between creators who utilize virtual technology to produce unreal spaces and characters, and Daisuke Onaga, an actor leading the Okinawa action scene, known for his starring roles in “Ryujin Mabuyer” and “Anzen Daiichi Daichi Man,” and his comprehensive production work on “Bullfighter Warrior Waido.” What is the future of visual works as discussed through an unprecedented chemical reaction?
Event Date and Time:：Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 7:00 PM
Venue：Junkudo Bookstore Naha, B1F Event Hall
Admission Fee：Free of Charge
■About Origin Lil Co., Ltd.
Since the founding of Origin Corporation in 1996, we have operated under the mission of “Bringing Love, Laughter, and Emotion from Okinawa to the World.” We established “Origin Lil Co., Ltd.” by taking the first letters of the mission’s three key elements: “Love,” “Impression,” and “Laugh.”
To further promote the charm and potential of Okinawa’s entertainment both within and outside the prefecture, we have established branches in Tokyo and Ishigaki, enabling us to respond quickly. Together with our affiliated talents, we will continue to strengthen our efforts in appearing on local and national media and promoting the charm and entertainment of Okinawa.
Website：https://origin-oze.com/
■About i-Pairs Inc.
i-Pairs is a “Digital Content Specialized Creative Company” that offers cutting-edge multimedia content in an integrated manner. With extensive experience in music, audio, video production, virtual production, 3DCG, and more, we also provide multilingual support for existing services, service planning, and system development. We offer professional services to meet various customer needs related to DX (Digital Transformation), providing high-quality solutions at reasonable prices.
Website：https://i-pairs.co.jp/
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