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Preferred Networks

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preferred.jp·Preferred Networks, Inc.·Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JP·founded 2014·updated 2026-08-25·revision 1
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Preferred Networks develops AI technology across four integrated layers: proprietary AI chips (MN-Core), computing infrastructure, generative AI foundation models (PLaMo), and industry-specific AI products and solutions.

Offerings

8 listed

MN-Core

#mn-core

AI-dedicated processor series co-developed with Kobe University for deep learning training and inference; MN-Core 2 sold as the MN-Server 2 rack server and MN-Core 2 Devkit workstation.

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2,000,000 JPY–20,000,000 JPY
JPY·flat·basis: list
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“20 million yen (excluding tax)”https://www.preferred.jp/en/business/chipsretrieved 2026-08-25 · extracted
“2 million yen (excluding tax)”https://www.preferred.jp/en/business/chipsretrieved 2026-08-25 · extracted
Prices exclude tax. MN-Core 2 Devkit: 2 million yen (2.5 million yen with basic package); MN-Server 2 (eight MN-Core 2 boards): 20 million yen.

PLaMo

#plamo

Family of generative AI foundation models built from scratch, including flagship PLaMo Prime, edge-optimized PLaMo Lite, PLaMo Translate for Japanese text, and finance-tuned PLaMo-fin-prime.

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—Undisclosedmodel quotePrice filters return this as unknown, with a caveat. PLaMo Chat offers free trial access; PLaMo API, Amazon Bedrock Marketplace listing, on-premises, and specialized models are not priced on the site.
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“free trial access”https://www.preferred.jp/en/business/genairetrieved 2026-08-25 · extracted
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“Available via cloud API, Amazon Bedrock Marketplace, and on-premises”https://www.preferred.jp/en/business/genairetrieved 2026-08-25 · extracted

Preferred Computing Platform (PFCP)

#pfcp

Cloud service built and operated by PFN for deep learning and AI workloads, providing exclusive access to clusters of MN-Core 2 accelerators and a multi-tenant Kubernetes environment.

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Matlantis

#matlantis

AI-powered atomistic simulator for materials discovery using the proprietary PFP model; used by over 150 organizations globally including automotive, chemical, and electronics manufacturers.

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—Undisclosedmodel quotePrice filters return this as unknown, with a caveat. No pricing published; site directs prospects to contact sales or request a Matlantis Portable Guide.
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“Matlantis Portable Guide”https://matlantis.com/en/retrieved 2026-08-25 · extracted

Kachaka

Autonomous mobile robot
#kachaka

Autonomous mobile robot developed and marketed by Preferred Robotics, a PFN group company; navigates and transports items in factories, warehouses, offices, and homes. Available in Japan.

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“Navigates flexibly and transports items to designated locations”https://www.preferred.jp/en/industries/manufacturingretrieved 2026-08-25 · inferred
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Preferred Networks Visual Inspection (PVI)

#pvi

AI-based visual inspection software for industrial parts, food, and other manufactured goods, trained using around 100 photographs per part; used by over 200 clients. Available in Japan only.

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PlantPilot

#plantpilot

AI-driven solution trained on plant operation data and expert knowledge for automated, optimized control of process manufacturing plants under complex or disturbed conditions.

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PreferredAI Work Suite

#preferredai-work-suite

Enterprise AI platform designed to help organizations adopt AI across the business, part of PFN's AI Products and Solutions portfolio.

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Proof

CustomersVolkswagen · Hyundai · Honda R&D · Toyota · AkzoNobel · Daikin · Asahi Kasei · Panasonic · Tokyo Electron · Kioxia · ENEOS
Case studiesENEOS AI-based autonomous petrochemical plant operation →: Continuous operation of an AI-based autonomous petrochemical plant system since August 2023.

Who it is for

Industriesmanufacturing, materials and chemicals, life sciences, entertainment, retail and distribution, finance, public services and infrastructure, education, enterprise
RegionsJP, Worldwide

Who the company says it sells to. These regions are not an availability filter; the service area is.

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