NTT Docomo Ventures has invested in OPENREC to enhance its presence in the entertainment sector and leverage opportunities within the growing live streaming and gaming industries in Japan.

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NTT Docomo Ventures has made an investment in OPENREC, based in Shinjuku, Tokyo. OPENREC is well-regarded for its platform, OPENREC.tv, which provides a space for live streaming and game commentary. The platform features a variety of influencer content, including gaming streams from idols, voice actors, and other talents, catering to a diverse audience worldwide.

In addition to streaming its original content, OPENREC organizes approximately 100 events annually, further enriching its original content offering. A notable event, the '2nd Hyper Game Tournament,' held in March 2024, attracted around 40,000 on-site attendees and garnered approximately 300,000 simultaneous online viewers, with a remarkable total of 15 million views for the archived content within a week of the event.

Industry Overview in Japan

Japan's gaming and entertainment industry is a dynamic sector characterized by innovative technologies and a strong cultural affinity for gaming. The rise of eSports has significantly transformed the landscape, with major tournaments and community

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