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

[AutoReserve Web版](https://autoreserve.com/ja/)
[AutoReserve iOS版](https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/autoreserve/id1409552387)
[AutoReserve Android版](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.autoreservenative)

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 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"

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.

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

## ◆What is AutoReserve?
![PR-AR](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/5Hh0sjQxFsOXDy8RfujflO/cd926b44059a2b967a6b04115b26ca18/PR.jpg)

AutoReserve is a service that leverages AI to facilitate restaurant reservations both within Japan and internationally.

Even outside of restaurant business hours, users can search for their desired venue through AutoReserve and make online reservations.

It eliminates barriers to restaurant reservations, such as being unable to book during business hours while commuting or working, or difficulties faced by non-native speakers or those with hearing impairments who cannot make phone reservations.

## 2 Million Bookable Restaurants Achieved!
AutoReserve has surpassed 2 million bookable restaurants!

In addition to Japanese restaurants, the platform features a wide selection of international venues, with over 2.25 million restaurants available for reservations worldwide as of September 2024.

![AR_PR_graph_200restaurants](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/3iIVdU6gRvuiB2A5wWllFa/63247d2d13f6799d753922d7432c7dfe/20240926_AR_PR_200_100_graph.png)

## Registered Users in Over 100 Countries Worldwide!
As of September 2024, AutoReserve’s registered users have expanded to over 100 countries! With users in more than half of the 196 countries worldwide, it’s clear there is significant demand for a service that facilitates phone reservations with restaurants.

In fact, the increasing inbound tourism has led to a growing number of foreign visitors using AutoReserve each year. This trend is driven by the unique challenge that many Japanese restaurants only accept reservations by phone, creating a high demand among international visitors for assistance with such bookings.

![AR_PR_grash_inbound_request](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/eC8LHBW37g4lybsMqFsJd/4c02537623eaff7fe76e1fe1eb99c308/20240926_AR_PR_200_100_inbound_request.png)

## What’s next for AutoReserve?
Currently, AutoReserve offers reservations for restaurants in 13 countries.

In the near future, we plan to add restaurant listings from countries like France and Spain, aiming to expand to 40 countries by the end of 2025.

![AR_掲載国世界分布図](//images.ctfassets.net/x0lx6207qomw/3Nsu5DLu78iMyxcJYYzIcl/c7013069abf3aeb27669177626b6acdd/20240926_AR_PR_200_100_restaurant13.png)

◆Countries Listed (As of September 2024)

Japan, USA, South Korea, UK, Canada, Australia, Taiwan, Thailand, Philippines, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Singapore, Vietnam

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