Tencent Cloud and Vector Group's Offshore Company Launch Japan's First AI Avatar Video Generation Service "AvaMo"
Collaboration aims to revolutionize video production of advertisements in Japan
TOKYO, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, and Offshore Company, a subsidiary of PR firm Vector Group, which ranks sixth globally and first in Asia[1], today proudly announced the launch of "AvaMo," Japan's first AI-powered avatar video generation service specifically designed for the Japanese market[2]. Powered by Tencent Cloud's advanced digital human creation technology, AvaMo enables the quick creation of professional-quality videos, dramatically reducing both production time and costs by up to 98%[3]—a true game changer for producing video advertisements.
"AvaMo" is an AI video generation service developed by Offshore Company with technology provided by Tencent Cloud. The name "AvaMo" combines the words "Avatar" and "Motion/Movie," representing its ability to create high-quality videos featuring AI avatars with natural movements. The service is versatile, catering to a wide range of use cases, including advertising, customer support, and educational content.
Addressing the Needs of a Rapidly Growing Market
The global AI video generation market has been rapidly expanding, with projections estimating its value at $4.1 billion (approx. ¥582.2 billion) in 2024 and $62.8 billion (approx. ¥8.93 trillion) by 2034, growing at a compound annual rate of 31.38%[4]. However, in Japan, AI-generated video and voice technologies are still in their infancy, with most applications focused on text and image generation. Comprehensive commercial use of AI in video production remains limited.
While global services like "Synthesia" and "HeyGen" have gained traction, Japan lacks services optimized for the domestic market, particularly in terms of Japanese-language support, avatar designs tailored for Japanese audiences, and user-friendly interfaces. AvaMo fills this gap, offering a solution tailored for Japanese users—with Japanese avatars, voiceovers, and an intuitive UI—while also supporting multilingual and global business needs.
Revolutionizing Video Production with AvaMo
Conventional video production involves multiple steps: planning, scripting, storyboarding, filming, and editing—often taking weeks to months and incurring significant costs. AvaMo simplifies this process by integrating templates, AI avatars, and natural text-to-speech (TTS) technology, allowing users to create professional-quality videos with just a few clicks. Powered by Tencent Cloud's AI-driven digital human creation technology and Offshore Company's intuitive interface, AvaMo makes video production more accessible to enterprises in Japan.
Key Features of AvaMo:
UI/UX Design Optimized for Japanese Market
Templates, audio, and avatar expressions are fine-tuned for Japanese users.
AI voice technology reproduces authentic Japanese intonation.
Avatar models reflect Japanese corporate culture and lifestyle nuances.
Beginner-Friendly, Automated Workflow
AI handles scenario creation, casting, filming support, and audio recording.
Simple, click-based interface allows users with no prior experience to create compelling videos.
Realistic Digital Human (Avatar) Generation
Advanced AI generates lifelike avatars with nuanced facial expressions, lip-sync, and gestures.
Avatars are created from short video samples (1–3 minutes), ensuring high-fidelity and real-time responsiveness.
Versatile Templates and Custom Avatars
Wide range of templates for advertising, branding, product demos, manuals, and more.
Supports vertical video formats for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Over 120 avatar types available, with options for custom avatars[5] using personal face and voice data.
Multilingual Support
TTS supports English, Chinese, Korean, and more than ten other languages, facilitating cross-border campaigns.
Prevention of AI misuse and Privacy Protection
Strict adherence to ethical and legal standards, including user consent and dual-layer content moderation (AI + human review).
Proactive measures against misuse, including account suspension and reporting to authorities for serious violations.
Industry-Leading Security
Offshore Company is certified for ISMS (ISO27001), ensuring robust data privacy and information security for all clients.
Hanson Liu, Head of Tencent Cloud Japan, said, "We are excited to partner with Offshore Company in transforming Japan's digital advertising industry. AvaMo leverages Tencent Cloud's AI technology to simplify the creation of high-quality advertising content, enhancing customer engagement and optimizing marketing strategies for businesses."
Kenta Noro, Representative Director of Offshore Company Co., Ltd. and CTO of Vector Group, said, "We are honored to launch this innovative AI video generation service for the Japanese market in collaboration with Tencent Cloud. There is a strong demand for intuitive, practical AI video tools tailored for Japan, and AvaMo delivers exactly that. By democratizing access to high-quality video production, we aim to empower more companies and individuals to harness the potential of AI, while leveraging the extensive PR and marketing expertise of Vector Group."[1] According to PRovoke Media's "Global Top 250 PR Agency Ranking 2024," Vector Inc. ranked 1st in Asia and 6th among global PR agencies in terms of global revenue.
[2] As of April 2025, according to Vector Inc.'s research based on a web survey of 10 major video generation AI services, AvaMo is the first commercial video generation service to support a Japanese user interface, Japanese avatars, and Japanese audio.
[3] Estimation: A comparison of conventional 30-second video production (12 hours, approximately 120,000 yen) and video generation by AvaMo (15 minutes, approximately 2,400 yen) as of April 2025.
[4] Source: Market Research Future "AI Video AI-video Generator Market Research Report"
[5] Only available for paid plans.
About Tencent Cloud:
Tencent Cloud, one of the world's leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure, Tencent Cloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation.
About Offshore Company:
Offshore Company is a technology solutions provider specializing in AI and system development. Led by Vector Group CTO, Mr. Kenta Noro, the company brings together a team of over 1,000 engineers both in Japan and overseas, including highly experienced project managers with a strong track record in the financial industry. Offshore Company delivers high-quality, cost-effective solutions to address a wide range of development challenges faced by businesses. Leveraging its in-house expertise in AI model development, the company also offers cutting-edge AI services such as "AI Video Translator" and "AI Vertical Video," supporting client companies in unlocking new business opportunities through advanced technology.
*According to PR Week Global Agency Business Report 2023.
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