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January 9, 2026
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An image from an article in the January 5, 2026, issue of *Reform Sangyo Shimbun*. The headline reads, “‘IT × Education’: An Unconventional M&A.” The article features an interview with two representatives discussing 町田ひろ子nat町田ひろ子nat the 3D scanning app “ Scanat ” as well as the company’s objectives behind the acquisition.

町田瑞穂ドロテア featuring our CEO, Ryo Eijun, and our Chief Design Officer, 町田瑞穂ドロテア, was published in the January 5 issue of *Reform Sangyo Shimbun*, the only business magazine dedicated to the home renovation market, released on January 5, 2026.

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About the Content

This article provides a detailed look at the behind-the-scenes story of 町田ひろ子 (cross-industry M&A) 町田ひろ子nat the 3D scanning app " Scanat," as well as the "future of housing" envisioned by both parties.

Highlights of the Article

・Behind the Scenes of an Unconventional "IT × Education" M&A
nat a company with 3D scanning technology but a perceived lack of interior design expertise, nat町田ひろ子, which was convinced that integrating IT was essential for the industry’s future.
How did the two companies connect on an intuitive level and come to form a partnership?

・The Future of Housing Envisioned by " Scanat "
Simply scan your home with your smartphone, and AI will automatically suggest renovation plans and furniture layouts.
We are presenting a concrete roadmap toward realizing a society where anyone can freely create their ideal home.

・Promoting "Spatial DX" Starting in Educational Settings
By utilizing cutting-edge digital tools in a real-world environment while still in school, we aim to establish a new standard for the entire industry—
Initiatives are underway to systematize areas that have traditionally relied on individual expertise through education and institutional frameworks.

This content explores the future of digitalization in the housing industry and IT education, with the goal of creating a society where the next generation of interior designers can work with pride.

If you are interested in digital transformation in the housing industry or the future of education, we encourage you to read this.

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