AutoReserve has launched a new listing of German restaurant information.
This will allow users to make reservations at around 55,000 restaurants, from Michelin-starred restaurants to locally-loved haunts, without any language barriers. It offers the opportunity to taste authentic schnitzel, Sauerbraten, Riesling wine and other quintessential German cuisine.

The number of Japanese travellers to Germany in 2024, which had been stagnant since Corona, has recovered to 60% of the 2019 level and is expected to recover to 90% by 2025. The number of travellers is also expected to increase despite the average annual price of package tours to Germany rising from 482,000 yen in 2007 to 814,000 yen in 2012, due to a combination of factors including rising prices. AutoReserve supports Japanese travellers on their journey to Germany's rich cultural heritage and gastronomy.

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【AutoReserve】 Germany has been added as a country on the list.

AutoReserve has launched a new listing of Italian restaurant information on AutoReserve. Even if you don't speak Italian, you will be able to easily make reservations at restaurants ranging from Michelin Guide-listed establishments to small, locally-loved trattorias. This opens up the chance to enjoy authentic pasta, pizza and other quintessential Italian cuisine to the full.

In response to the increase in the number of Japanese travellers due to the expansion of air routes between Japan and Italy, AutoReserve will offer a reservation service for approximately 120,000 carefully selected restaurants throughout Italy.

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【AutoReserve】 Italy has been added as a country to the Auto Reserve listing.

AutoReserve has launched a new Spanish restaurant listing on AutoReserve. It will make it easier to book a table at famous Spanish restaurants and local favourites without worrying about the language, giving you the chance to enjoy authentic paella, tapas, sangria and other quintessential Spanish dishes to the fullest.

To meet the needs of travellers from all over the world, the service will support reservations at around 96,000 eateries, including popular restaurants from all over Spain. 

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【AutoReserve】 Spain has been added as a country on the list.

We are excited to announce that **AutoReserve** has begun featuring restaurant listings from France. This update enables travelers visiting France to seamlessly book renowned local establishments, offering exceptional dining experiences in the world’s culinary capital.  

France remains one of the most popular travel destinations globally, ranking first in the **UN World Tourism Organization’s 2023 International Tourist Arrivals Report**, with over **100 million visitors**.

(Source: [https://www.tjnet.co.jp/2024/06/17/23年外客数、フランスが1億人到達　スペイン・米/](https://www.tjnet.co.jp/2024/06/17/23%E5%B9%B4%E5%A4%96%E5%AE%A2%E6%95%B0%E3%80%81%E3%83%95%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%81%8C1%E5%84%84%E4%BA%BA%E5%88%B0%E9%81%94%E3%80%80%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9A%E3%82%A4%E3%83%B3%E3%83%BB%E7%B1%B3/))

Amid this trend, many travelers to France regard **"gastronomy"** as a highlight of their trips, with various culinary experiences, including French cuisine, playing a pivotal role in their journeys.  

By featuring restaurant listings in France on AutoReserve, we aim to eliminate the language barriers and hassle of securing dining reservations for users from Japan and around the world. This initiative ensures a seamless dining experience during their travels, leading to the decision to launch this new feature.


フランスリリース

 France has been added to the list of supported countries!

We are pleased to announce that AutoReserve and Respo have been featured in the February 2025 issue of the monthly magazine "Restaurant Management" (released on January 15).

The article highlights an interview with "Kashiwadeno Tsukasa Suikoan", a restaurant that has implemented AutoReserve and Respo. It explores the benefits they’ve gained in terms of customer acquisition and operational efficiency, as well as how introducing cancellation fee policies has helped reduce the restaurant’s burden.

## Monthly "Restaurant Management" February 2025 Issue
[https://commerce.media/products/detail.php?product_id=498](https://commerce.media/products/detail.php?product_id=498)

## About "Restaurant Management"
First published in 1977, this is a specialized monthly magazine for restaurant owners.

It addresses challenges such as part-time staff recruitment and training, sales strategies, and financial management through case studies. The magazine also provides information on independent business startups and industry trends.

By covering market trends, success stories, and interviews with industry leaders, it offers insights into the current state and future of the restaurant industry.

飲食店経営掲載のお知らせ

 Announcement: Featured in "Restaurant Management"

The **Restaurant Tech Association** is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of "leveraging the power of technology, driven by connections, to bring happiness to the restaurant industry." It actively promotes digital transformation (DX) across the entire food service sector.  

The association supports the industry through various initiatives, including digitalization assistance for restaurants, education and collaboration support for IT companies, and the promotion of DX through events and workshops.  

At Hello Inc., we operate the AI-powered restaurant reservation service **"AutoReserve"** and the business support platform for restaurants, **"Respo by AutoReserve"**, providing global reservation opportunities and supporting restaurants in improving customer acquisition and operational efficiency.  

By joining the Restaurant Tech Association, we aim to strengthen collaborations with supporting members and IT service providers in the restaurant industry. Through these efforts, we are committed to advancing DX in the industry and contributing to the overall growth and development of the restaurant sector.

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The Restaurant Tech Association

[https://rtmeetup.net/](https://rtmeetup.net/)

レストランテック協会加盟２

　We are pleased to announce that we have joined the Restaurant Tech Association.

With the new Itinerary Feature on AutoReserve, you can now manage all your restaurant reservations for your trip in one place. Additionally, by entering details such as your destination, schedule, and budget, the system provides tailored restaurant recommendations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This makes it easy to discover great dining spots, even in countries or locations you’re visiting for the first time.

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Previously, booking restaurants during a trip required making individual reservations for each venue and keeping track of the timings manually. However, with AutoReserve’s Itinerary Feature, you can view and manage all your reserved restaurant information (limited to reservations made via AutoReserve) in one centralized platform, simplifying your travel planning.

![旅程機能1](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/6kpd6OOLq3a5octWp0OM1u/f49e94d6e01e975d871d2507415d2ef4/image__1_.png)

We’ve also introduced a new **Recommendation Feature**, which allows users to input details such as their travel destination, trip duration, budget per person per meal, and preferred cuisine. Based on this information, AutoReserve will recommend the perfect restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

![旅程機能2](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/3Fe3OVQTPyNkBeN8IfqIRw/3521d81c18eeefc302ac0e061ab24648/image__2_.png)

This enables users to easily discover and book restaurants that perfectly match their preferences, even in countries or locations they are visiting for the first time.


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【AutoReserve】Introducing the "Itinerary Feature": Smartly Manage Your Restaurant Reservations While Traveling!

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support.

Please note that our company will be closed during the following period for the year-end and New Year holidays:

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◆ Last Business Day of the Year: Friday, December 27, 2024

◆ Holiday Period: Saturday, December 28, 2024 – Sunday, January 5, 2025

We will resume normal operations on Monday, January 6, 2025.

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Inquiries received during the holiday period will be addressed as promptly as possible after we reopen.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

We look forward to your continued support in the coming year.


年末年始休業のお知らせ２

　Notice of Year-End and New Year Holidays

With AutoReserve, users can now book at over 15,000 restaurants in Vietnam. Even if you don’t speak Vietnamese, the AI will handle reservations seamlessly on your behalf.

## Background
In 2023, Vietnam welcomed 590,000 Japanese visitors annually (※1). More recently, in September 2024, 68,068 Japanese travelers departed for Vietnam, making it the second most popular Southeast Asian destination after Thailand (※2).

Vietnam is known for its abundant natural attractions and historical landmarks, as well as its beloved local foods like pho and banh mi. Additionally, with the weakened yen increasing travel costs, Vietnam is gaining popularity as an affordable travel destination compared to Europe or the US, fueling rising tourism demand.

※1：According to the report　”International visitors to Vietnam reach 12.6 million arrivals in 2023, increased 3.5 times to 2022”（[https://vietnamtourism.gov.vn/en/post/19434](https://vietnamtourism.gov.vn/en/post/19434)）

※2：Quoted from the JTB Tourism Research & Consulting Co. website, "Outbound Trends of Japanese Overseas Travelers".（[https://www.tourism.jp/tourism-database/stats/outbound/](https://www.tourism.jp/tourism-database/stats/outbound/)）


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　Vietnam has been added to the list of supported countries!

As the demand for dining out recovers post-pandemic, restaurants are facing increasingly severe challenges, such as labor shortages and rising costs of ingredients and utilities.  

Amid the growing emphasis on efficiency, **Respo** has been expanding its user base as an all-in-one tool designed to support restaurant operations seamlessly.  

In October 2024, we rebranded our service as **"Respo by AutoReserve"** and made all reservation management features, including the site controller function, completely free.  

We take pride in significantly lowering the barriers for restaurants to adopt operational support tools.  

To commemorate the free access to Respo, we’ve released an infographic that offers a quick and comprehensive overview of Respo at a glance.  

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![infographic-keyword](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/7DEoTpYxuFT9kGSmM6K87j/3fb56601afe9e25075f75f8c357819ac/20241119_Respo_PR_1200_675_3.png)

![infographic-grarec](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/2UU5mXSJULjElT15j1PqMM/a3667cd3b130923d89502d461d549939/Respo________.png)

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Additionally, we’ve published a roundtable discussion featuring the Respo team.

[https://note.com/helloinc/n/na404b45f6fe6](https://note.com/helloinc/n/na404b45f6fe6)

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