AI Free Coffee Launches Industry-Leading Cafe Subscription Service in Kitagawa Village, Kochi Prefecture, Offering a Daily Cup of Coffee for Just ¥980 Per Month

AI Free Coffee Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Shintaro Kainami; hereinafter referred to as AI Free Coffee, https://f-coffee.jp/), a provider of cafe subscription services, will introduce "F COFFEE Sta." (F Coffee Station), a service that allows users to enjoy one cup of coffee daily for ¥980 per month, in Kitagawa Village, Kochi Prefecture, starting April 4, 2026 (Saturday). This service will be installed in a minpaku (private lodging) facility operated by the General Incorporated Association "Association to Energize Japanese Rural Villages" (Location: Kitagawa Village, Aki District, Kochi Prefecture; Representative: Ai Yamashiro; hereinafter referred to as the Association to Energize Japanese Rural Villages, https://nousongenki.org/) in Kitagawa Village. It will be open year-round and available to everyone, including local residents. About the F COFFEE Sta. Opening Event On the opening day, support for service registration for local residents and demonstrations of how to use the service will be provided. Additionally, exclusive tumblers will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. ◇Store Name: Kitagawa Village Sta., Kochi Prefecture ◇Date and Time: Saturday, April 4, 2026, 9:00 AM Opening ◇Demonstration Times: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM ◇Location: 746 Noitomachi, Kitagawa Village, Aki District, Kochi Prefecture

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Background of the Association to Energize Japanese Rural Villages and the Development of Kitagawa Village Sta. The Association to Energize Japanese Rural Villages aims to revitalize rural Japan in various ways, including promoting the appeal of rural life to young people through initiatives such as agricultural revitalization, expanding sales channels for local specialty products, and opportunities to improve agricultural productivity using IT technology, in cooperation with local governments and communities. In Kitagawa Village, the association has been working to make rural areas vibrant by creating opportunities for young people to learn about local resources and agriculture, and by supporting the adoption of smart agriculture that aims for labor-saving, precision, and high-quality production using advanced technologies such as robots, AI, and IoT. On the other hand, Kitagawa Village has seen an increase in new residents, particularly young people interested in agriculture, creating a need for smoother communication with existing residents. Furthermore, there is a growing need to promote opportunities for the elderly to go out and to provide gathering places. Against this backdrop, the existence of a cafe space was considered effective as a place to foster a rich community, leading to the decision to introduce "F COFFEE Sta." in Kitagawa Village. The Association to Energize Japanese Rural Villages has previously implemented initiatives that contribute to the revitalization of local communities, such as operating Indonesian food stalls using local ingredients and offering original drinks made with yuzu, a local specialty. With the establishment of "F COFFEE Sta.," it is expected to become a place where both local and external individuals can gather and foster communication. Meanwhile, AI Free Coffee aims to "smartly upgrade the next cup...