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.


『旅程機能』リリース

【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/)）


ベトナム追加KV

　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)

インフォグラフィック公開KV

　We’ve released an infographic!

With this update, users can now select and display reviews and images for each restaurant on their lists. Not only can you include your own posts, but you can also choose reviews and images shared by other users.  

This enhancement allows the creation of more objective and reliable restaurant lists, setting them apart from traditional lists that relied solely on subjective evaluations.

![ar-list-new](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/2US7rcXYRRakRwLLwdR2le/cf9c95eaf5e620b16efa2d7dd3c1e6b7/20241104_AR_PR_1200_675_2__1_.png)

Additionally, by creating unique and highly reliable restaurant lists and sharing them on platforms like social media, you can leverage them for affiliate earnings.  

By sharing or promoting the dedicated link issued for your restaurant list on AutoReserve through social media or blogs, any reservations made by users who access restaurants via your list will count toward earning affiliate rewards.

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　List Feature Gets a Major Update: Create Even More Reliable Restaurant Lists!

AutoReserve has surpassed 3 million registered users!

With growing inbound tourism, the number of international users on AutoReserve continues to rise.

Thanks to its multilingual support, AutoReserve allows users to make online reservations without needing to call restaurants directly. This has been particularly well-received by international travelers, offering a seamless booking experience for restaurants in languages other than their native tongue.

![20241030-ar-300million-pr-reservation](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/6z4OwDlsTq1bfsxnuSNvHR/b52b9b26532a9d166af7ac623c81a8f8/20241030_Respo_PR_1200_675_2.png)

AutoReserve will continue to free customers from constraints such as language, time, and location, helping them discover delicious restaurants around the world they have yet to encounter.

AutoReserve Website URL:　[https://autoreserve.com/](https://autoreserve.com/)

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 AI-powered restaurant reservation service "AutoReserve" surpasses 3 million registered users!

At the event, we will be showcasing live demonstrations of Respo's various features, along with detailed service introductions by our team. We will also provide in-depth explanations about the reservation management system, which became free in October 2024.

If you’re looking to solve challenges related to online reservations, POS systems, or self-ordering in restaurant management, we invite you to visit our booth and experience Respo firsthand.

![food_event](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/GZCvksXjwiLss6EaY9wp9/ab2caa6b06742656f1e7237ec2ce798d/rme_jp_24_img_logo_dl_01.jpg.coredownload.133386291.jpg)

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## Event Details
1st Restaurant Management EXPO Tokyo

Venue: Makuhari Messe (5-minute walk from JR Keiyo Line's "Kaihin-Makuhari Station")
Dates: November 20 (Wed) – November 22 (Fri), 2024
Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Booth Location: 13-24 (Please refer to the venue map on the day of the event)

[Advance registration](https://www.foodtechjapan.jp/tokyo/ja-jp/register.html?code=1177872296655479-PL5) is required for attendance.

Respo-pr

 We will be exhibiting at the 1st Restaurant Management EXPO Tokyo from Wednesday, November 20 to Friday, November 22!

The recently announced free access to the reservation management system "Respo."

Why did we decide to make it free at this particular moment? What feedback from the field triggered this bold move?

We dive into the true intentions of the business leader who made this significant shift in direction.

![20241016-respo-free-note-kv](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/3mfzYZwWoGJIYCpJyMcnUY/ed9184459598a208ad23860170ed7030/rectangle_large_type_2_59e33b4d1306ee0165439565de1593c0.png)

You can read the full article [here](https://note.com/helloinc/n/n30242844c203).

　Revealing the Story Behind Free Reservation Management: "The Bold Move to Shape the Future of Dining"

## The Respo by AutoReserve reservation management system

![Respo-pr](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/5eP4KkMBa6wzTtbhji6d2s/b8d4a99c92cf4a38e9fe2d0dec870dc2/20241016_Respo_PR_1200_675_2.png)

Respo by AutoReserve is a business support service for restaurants provided by Hello Inc., offering an all-in-one solution to streamline operations and reduce costs by digitalizing tasks such as reservation management, order processing, payment handling, and sales analysis. Respo can be customized to meet the specific needs of each establishment, featuring tools like reservation management, POS systems, and self-ordering systems.

The reservation management feature is seamlessly integrated with AutoReserve, a restaurant booking platform with users in over 100 countries. This allows restaurants to manage reservations and attract customers through a single tool. A reservation page is automatically created on AutoReserve, minimizing initial costs, and reservations made through AutoReserve incur zero referral fees.

Respo Homepage: [https://autoreserve.com/for_restaurants](https://autoreserve.com/for_restaurants)

## About Making the Reservation Management System Free
![respo-free-pr-controller](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/TZXdtCMUuhJ06l8vf78vT/b5c9b5b9e2868454ed8fbc1b47d5b3cf/20241016_Respo_PR_1200_675_3.png)

All existing restaurants, including those already using the paid version, can access Respo’s reservation management system for free if certain conditions are met.

To use Respo for free, the following conditions must be satisfied:

Utilize AutoReserve’s online reservation system.
Use our reservation management system as your primary platform.
If these conditions are not met, the system remains available under the previous pricing: ¥5,000/month (or ¥10,000/month with the site controller feature).

For more details, please contact us via the link below.

Respo Contact Form：[https://autoreserve.com/ja/for_restaurants/contact
](https://autoreserve.com/ja/for_restaurants/contact)

## Free with Respo! What is a Site Controller?
The site controller feature is a system designed to centralize reservation data from multiple booking platforms. It enables restaurants to:

- Monitor reservation statuses across platforms in real time.
- Prevent double bookings.
- Automatically adjust reservation availability.

Respo’s reservation management system includes this powerful site controller feature, and now, all features—including the site controller—are available completely free of charge.

![respo-free-strongth](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/5LToSBcs5kkCOyPWTGKflk/9e6b2107ecd4aeeddcf7c6ded1fc981a/20241016_Respo_PR_1200_675_5.png)

Typically, reservation management tools charge additional fees for site controller features, often as paid add-ons with initial setup costs or monthly fees. However, with Respo, all features—including the site controller—are completely free, making it a unique and cost-effective solution for restaurants.

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