together in-person,
instantly anywhere.
together in-person,
instantly anywhere.
together in-person,
instantly anywhere.
tonari creates infinite dynamic spaces
tonari creates
infinite dynamic spaces
tonari creates
infinite dynamic spaces
challenging the concepts of ‘remote’ vs ‘together’ so we can rethink how we design, build, and grow
tonari portals reshape concepts of ‘remote’ and ‘together’ —
and change how organizations design, build, and grow
features
genuine connection that feels
natural, effortless, and immersive.
just like being in-person.
tonari feels natural, effortless, and immersive. just like being in-person.
true eye contact
natural eye contact for genuine, emotive, intimate conversations – enabled by our unique and patented in-screen camera. feel true presence and connection.
life-sized and room-scale
life-sized and
room-scale
feel the vibes and communicate expressively with full body language. tonari’s floor-to-ceiling display provides clear and immersive 3K 60fps video with 10x more fidelity than video calls.
extremely fast with no lag
extremely fast
with no lag
extremely fast
with no lag
no turn-taking or awkward interruptions. with sub-100ms glass-to-glass latency, tonari is 3-5x faster than traditional video conferencing solutions, and faster than most voice calls. in other words: it’s so fast you won’t even feel it.
screen sharing and hybrid calls
screen sharing
and hybrid calls
screen sharing
and hybrid calls
simple wireless sharing for apps, presentations, videos and more. optional integration with Zoom, Teams, Meet, and Webex allows for remote participants to easily join in.
hop anywhere instantly
use location hopping to instantly travel to other portals with a quick turn of the dial. build your own network of portals, or join one of our global communities.
technology
built from zero.
engineered to the highest levels of performance to reach the limits of human perception.
built from zero. engineered to the highest levels of performance to reach the limits of human perception.
10x higher quality and fidelity than video conferencing
10x higher quality and fidelity than video conferencing
tonari is purpose-built hardware and software, tightly integrated and engineered from the ground up for incredible performance.
high resolution
3K
720~1080p
ultra-low latency
<100ms
300~500ms
smooth video
60fps
15~30fps
transparent audio
clear
audio
48khz
16~32khz
design
simple. seamless.
designed for any space.
we build ultra high-performance technology, enveloped in beautifully crafted materials that hide away all complexity.
tonari seamlessly fits any space, empowering you to enjoy focused and heartfelt moments while getting out of your way.
our aim: invisibility. so you feel there’s nothing between you and the person across from you.
customers
bringing people
and teams together
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office for emergency response and major system updates.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard.
side-by-side project management
at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally. Normal Lab, a hardware startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
read about Normal Lab
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is using tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel.
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad.
read about Ogishi
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English.
creative development with high context
internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, allowing them to hear directly from residents and engage with on-site caregivers.
student communities across campuses
at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
in event spaces, tonari enables remote audiences to join engaging live performances, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office for emergency response and major system updates.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard.
side-by-side project management
at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally. Normal Lab, a hardware startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
read about Normal Lab
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is using tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel.
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad.
read about Ogishi
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English.
creative development with high context
internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, allowing them to hear directly from residents and engage with on-site caregivers.
student communities across campuses
at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
in event spaces, tonari enables remote audiences to join engaging live performances, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office for emergency response and major system updates.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard.
side-by-side project management
at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally. Normal Lab, a hardware startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
read about Normal Lab
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is using tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel.
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad.
read about Ogishi
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English.
creative development with high context
internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, allowing them to hear directly from residents and engage with on-site caregivers.
student communities across campuses
at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
in event spaces, tonari enables remote audiences to join engaging live performances, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office for emergency response and major system updates.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard.
side-by-side project management
at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally. Normal Lab, a hardware startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
read about Normal Lab
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is using tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel.
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad.
read about Ogishi
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English.
creative development with high context
internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, allowing them to hear directly from residents and engage with on-site caregivers.
student communities across campuses
at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
in event spaces, tonari enables remote audiences to join engaging live performances, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling. they can track daily activities, communicate more often, and manage more effectively. team members feel the impact too: those who feel “connected to colleagues at other locations” rose from 27% to 90%, creating an environment where everyone stays grounded while remaining motivated and engaged.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office. this “shared space” allows team members to collaborate in real time, just as if they are in the same room, during emergencies or major system updates. it also provides quick access to decision-makers, helping the team respond faster. as a result, initial response times have dropped from 10–15 minutes to under one minute, enabling efficient collaboration.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard. The platform fosters meaningful conversations between scientists, entrepreneurs, and corporate partners, enabling startups to pitch to investors, share prototypes, and collaborate with corporate teams — even across time zones.
side-by-side project management
large businesses are using tonari to connect leaders and teams on the ground. at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture. tonari improves communication, keeps even small teams in the loop, and lets executives connect with international colleagues. more than a cost-saving tool, it enhances collaboration, supports innovation, and maintains alignment across a distributed global network.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally, access new markets and partners, and reduce business travel and emissions. Normal Lab, a climate-tech startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access a bigger market of investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is leveraging tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. by enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel, the network promotes the seamless flow of people, knowledge, and technology throughout the region.
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English. by connecting different companies, tonari enables English coaching to take place naturally within ongoing conversations, creating a real office-like environment. language and cultural learning happen seamlessly as part of daily work. this approach realizes a new form of consulting and workplace education that fosters a “learning-rich office.”
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad. at Ogishi, natural eye contact and body language are making complex communication easier, while mutual interest and trust are strengthened through casual daily interactions.
creative development with high context
game studios and development teams use tonari to increase the speed and quality of prototyping, feedback, and iteration — especially when more nuanced ideas can be better conveyed with higher fidelity and natural body language. internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, a senior care facility where their products are in use. this allows them to hear directly from residents and build relationships with on-site caregivers. they also use the location-hopping feature to pitch to investors in Singapore or showcase their products at events. by linking with partner tonari units, aba can create new opportunities without being limited by physical distance.
student communities across campuses
tonari isn’t just for facilitating better student-teacher interactions, it also provides a meaningful way to create relationships across students of different levels and backgrounds. at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
by placing tonari in event spaces or studios, remote audiences can join engaging live performances and live drawings. even from afar, it brings improvisational and emergent experiences to life, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling. they can track daily activities, communicate more often, and manage more effectively. team members feel the impact too: those who feel “connected to colleagues at other locations” rose from 27% to 90%, creating an environment where everyone stays grounded while remaining motivated and engaged.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office. this “shared space” allows team members to collaborate in real time, just as if they are in the same room, during emergencies or major system updates. it also provides quick access to decision-makers, helping the team respond faster. as a result, initial response times have dropped from 10–15 minutes to under one minute, enabling efficient collaboration.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard. The platform fosters meaningful conversations between scientists, entrepreneurs, and corporate partners, enabling startups to pitch to investors, share prototypes, and collaborate with corporate teams — even across time zones.
side-by-side project management
large businesses are using tonari to connect leaders and teams on the ground. at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture. tonari improves communication, keeps even small teams in the loop, and lets executives connect with international colleagues. more than a cost-saving tool, it enhances collaboration, supports innovation, and maintains alignment across a distributed global network.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally, access new markets and partners, and reduce business travel and emissions. Normal Lab, a climate-tech startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access a bigger market of investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is leveraging tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. by enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel, the network promotes the seamless flow of people, knowledge, and technology throughout the region.
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English. by connecting different companies, tonari enables English coaching to take place naturally within ongoing conversations, creating a real office-like environment. language and cultural learning happen seamlessly as part of daily work. this approach realizes a new form of consulting and workplace education that fosters a “learning-rich office.”
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad. at Ogishi, natural eye contact and body language are making complex communication easier, while mutual interest and trust are strengthened through casual daily interactions.
creative development with high context
game studios and development teams use tonari to increase the speed and quality of prototyping, feedback, and iteration — especially when more nuanced ideas can be better conveyed with higher fidelity and natural body language. internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, a senior care facility where their products are in use. this allows them to hear directly from residents and build relationships with on-site caregivers. they also use the location-hopping feature to pitch to investors in Singapore or showcase their products at events. by linking with partner tonari units, aba can create new opportunities without being limited by physical distance.
student communities across campuses
tonari isn’t just for facilitating better student-teacher interactions, it also provides a meaningful way to create relationships across students of different levels and backgrounds. at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
by placing tonari in event spaces or studios, remote audiences can join engaging live performances and live drawings. even from afar, it brings improvisational and emergent experiences to life, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling. they can track daily activities, communicate more often, and manage more effectively. team members feel the impact too: those who feel “connected to colleagues at other locations” rose from 27% to 90%, creating an environment where everyone stays grounded while remaining motivated and engaged.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office. this “shared space” allows team members to collaborate in real time, just as if they are in the same room, during emergencies or major system updates. it also provides quick access to decision-makers, helping the team respond faster. as a result, initial response times have dropped from 10–15 minutes to under one minute, enabling efficient collaboration.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard. The platform fosters meaningful conversations between scientists, entrepreneurs, and corporate partners, enabling startups to pitch to investors, share prototypes, and collaborate with corporate teams — even across time zones.
side-by-side project management
large businesses are using tonari to connect leaders and teams on the ground. at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture. tonari improves communication, keeps even small teams in the loop, and lets executives connect with international colleagues. more than a cost-saving tool, it enhances collaboration, supports innovation, and maintains alignment across a distributed global network.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally, access new markets and partners, and reduce business travel and emissions. Normal Lab, a climate-tech startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access a bigger market of investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is leveraging tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. by enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel, the network promotes the seamless flow of people, knowledge, and technology throughout the region.
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English. by connecting different companies, tonari enables English coaching to take place naturally within ongoing conversations, creating a real office-like environment. language and cultural learning happen seamlessly as part of daily work. this approach realizes a new form of consulting and workplace education that fosters a “learning-rich office.”
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad. at Ogishi, natural eye contact and body language are making complex communication easier, while mutual interest and trust are strengthened through casual daily interactions.
creative development with high context
game studios and development teams use tonari to increase the speed and quality of prototyping, feedback, and iteration — especially when more nuanced ideas can be better conveyed with higher fidelity and natural body language. internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, a senior care facility where their products are in use. this allows them to hear directly from residents and build relationships with on-site caregivers. they also use the location-hopping feature to pitch to investors in Singapore or showcase their products at events. by linking with partner tonari units, aba can create new opportunities without being limited by physical distance.
student communities across campuses
tonari isn’t just for facilitating better student-teacher interactions, it also provides a meaningful way to create relationships across students of different levels and backgrounds. at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
by placing tonari in event spaces or studios, remote audiences can join engaging live performances and live drawings. even from afar, it brings improvisational and emergent experiences to life, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
bringing remote leaders into headquarters
project managers in Nagoya and Tokyo use tonari to manage teams across locations without traveling. they can track daily activities, communicate more often, and manage more effectively. team members feel the impact too: those who feel “connected to colleagues at other locations” rose from 27% to 90%, creating an environment where everyone stays grounded while remaining motivated and engaged.
emergency response for critical infrastructure
NTT West uses tonari to connect its customer systems team across Osaka HQ and Hatsudai office. this “shared space” allows team members to collaborate in real time, just as if they are in the same room, during emergencies or major system updates. it also provides quick access to decision-makers, helping the team respond faster. as a result, initial response times have dropped from 10–15 minutes to under one minute, enabling efficient collaboration.
accredited programs with top-tier universities
TECH-Tokyo uses tonari to connect Tokyo-based corporates with top universities worldwide, starting with a link between Tokyo and Harvard. The platform fosters meaningful conversations between scientists, entrepreneurs, and corporate partners, enabling startups to pitch to investors, share prototypes, and collaborate with corporate teams — even across time zones.
side-by-side project management
large businesses are using tonari to connect leaders and teams on the ground. at JR East, being able to connect face-to-face every day increases the speed of decision-making, enables team members to share excitement and energy, and increases the frequency and quality of communication and feedback.
around-the-world collaboration
Honda Innovations uses tonari to connect teams across Japan, EU, and the U.S., enabling face-to-face interactions and sharing the “waigaya” culture. tonari improves communication, keeps even small teams in the loop, and lets executives connect with international colleagues. more than a cost-saving tool, it enhances collaboration, supports innovation, and maintains alignment across a distributed global network.
rapid expansion and global development
startups and businesses are using portals to expand globally, access new markets and partners, and reduce business travel and emissions. Normal Lab, a climate-tech startup in Hawaii, uses tonari to access a bigger market of investors and customers in California, while also keeping tight connections with suppliers in Japan.
global communities that spark new ventures
Leave a Nest is leveraging tonari to create the “Global South Campus,” connecting Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. by enabling daily collaboration across labs and manufacturing sites without relying on travel, the network promotes the seamless flow of people, knowledge, and technology throughout the region.
executive coaching and business consulting
consulting firm Anchorstar, together with its client Mori Building, has implemented tonari to deliver its corporate English coaching program, Anchorstar English. by connecting different companies, tonari enables English coaching to take place naturally within ongoing conversations, creating a real office-like environment. language and cultural learning happen seamlessly as part of daily work. this approach realizes a new form of consulting and workplace education that fosters a “learning-rich office.”
bridge language and cultural barriers
companies across Japan and Southeast Asia use tonari to overcome language and cultural barriers, and improve hiring and retention abroad. at Ogishi, natural eye contact and body language are making complex communication easier, while mutual interest and trust are strengthened through casual daily interactions.
creative development with high context
game studios and development teams use tonari to increase the speed and quality of prototyping, feedback, and iteration — especially when more nuanced ideas can be better conveyed with higher fidelity and natural body language. internationally acclaimed studio PlatinumGames uses tonari daily between designers and developers in Osaka and Tokyo.
on-the-ground research and development
aba, a developer of incontinence sensors, uses tonari to connect with Sun City Hojo, a senior care facility where their products are in use. this allows them to hear directly from residents and build relationships with on-site caregivers. they also use the location-hopping feature to pitch to investors in Singapore or showcase their products at events. by linking with partner tonari units, aba can create new opportunities without being limited by physical distance.
student communities across campuses
tonari isn’t just for facilitating better student-teacher interactions, it also provides a meaningful way to create relationships across students of different levels and backgrounds. at the Tokyo University of Science campuses in Tokyo and Hokkaido, remote first-years are getting to know their seniors and collaborate on projects through tonari.
engaging performances across distances
by placing tonari in event spaces or studios, remote audiences can join engaging live performances and live drawings. even from afar, it brings improvisational and emergent experiences to life, creating unexpected opportunities for new encounters and discoveries.
spaces
design concepts
and reimagined spaces
features
tonari feels natural, effortless, and immersive. just like being in-person.
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
open collaboration space
acoustic panels create a cozy and defined space within an open desking area. allows for easy use for quick discussions and spontaneous collaboration.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
design and manufacturing lab
connect design studios with prototyping and manufacturing centers, enabling faster iteration and high-context sharing across global teams.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
project room
a focused collaboration space where different teams can gather for hours, days, or even weeks. fitted with flexible seating, whiteboards, and additional displays and collaboration tools.
16~30 m² | 4~10 pax
consultation room
a comfortable smaller room for private consulations, tutoring and coaching, 1:1s, and other intimate conversations. lounge furniture recommended.
10~14 m² | 1~2 pax
client meeting room
an external meeting room to gather clients and VIPs for face-to-face meetings. bring remote specialists and executives into important engagements.
16~20 m² | 4~6 pax
small classroom
a private room for instruction and training. equally suitable for offices, universities and secondary schools, and private tutoring. a large sharing display makes presentations pop.
16~25 m² | 5~7 pax
casual meeting room
a small room for private conversations, 1:1s, coaching, consultations, and casual discussions. bring a coffee and notebook and keep it analog.
10~14 m² | 2 pax
seminar / training room
a private room for seminars and training. equally suitable for offices, schools, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces. dual sharing displays support presentations and hybrid calls.
30~60 m² | 8~20 pax
reception / greeting area
welcome visitors while creating a sense of connection to the homebase or other global locations. easily introduce execs and specialists, or enable remote staff to help cover reception.
10~40 m² | 2~15 pax
pantry / cafe space
connect social spaces where people naturally gather and flow, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions and interpersonal connection.
10~20 m² | 2~6 pax
open collision zone
placement in an open high-traffic area allows for serendipitous run-ins, and creates a feeling of co-presence and connection across distant places.
10~16 m² | 2~4 pax
executive / private office
a convenient option for executives and managers to take private internal meetings, or easily hop to partner locations across a shared network.
10~16 m² | 1~4 pax
humans are built to be together.
humans are built to be together.
yet we live in a world of long-distance relationships, mobile phone addictions, and terrible video calls.
will we slowly shrink into the void, and be replaced by AI? or will we evolve?
over many millennia, we grew from mere packs and tribes into a global civilization, because we possess an ability beyond all other beings: our capacity for connection. empathy. trust. teamwork.
we make families. we form teams and communities. we tell stories that build entire societies.
connection is the crux of humanity. it is our ability to create the future, together.
tonari is the evolution of communications. a means for genuine and emotional human connection. a platform for a more empathetic global society, to achieve our greatest aspirations and overcome our shared challenges.
yet we live in a world of long-distance relationships, mobile phone addictions, and terrible video calls.
will we slowly shrink into the void, and be replaced by AI? or will we evolve?
over many millennia, we grew from mere packs and tribes into a global civilization, because we possess an ability beyond all other beings: our capacity for connection. empathy. trust. teamwork.
we make families. we form teams and communities. we tell stories that build entire societies.
connection is the crux of humanity. it is our ability to create the future, together.
tonari is the evolution of communications. a means for genuine and emotional human connection. a platform for a more empathetic global society, to achieve our greatest aspirations and overcome our shared challenges.
humans are built to be together.
yet we live in a world of long-distance relationships, mobile phone addictions, and terrible video calls.
will we slowly shrink into the void, and be replaced by AI? or will we evolve?
over many millennia, we grew from mere packs and tribes into a global civilization, because we possess an ability beyond all other beings: our capacity for connection. empathy. trust. teamwork.
we make families. we form teams and communities. we tell stories that build entire societies.
connection is the crux of humanity. it is our ability to create the future, together.
tonari is the evolution of communications. a means for genuine and emotional human connection. a platform for a more empathetic global society, to achieve our greatest aspirations and overcome our shared challenges.
©2025 tonari株式会社, 一般社団法人tonari
©2025 tonari株式会社, 一般社団法人tonari
©2025 tonari株式会社, 一般社団法人tonari
©2025 tonari株式会社, 一般社団法人tonari