Seoul--(뉴스와이어)--GMO Internet Group member GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. (Headquarters: Seoul) will host the “2026 New Year Beer Buff” business exchange event for game industry stakeholders in Gangnam, Seoul on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in collaboration with AB180, Playio, and SmileShark.

The event was designed to provide practical information exchange and networking opportunities within the industry for game industry officials who are considering entering Japanese and global markets. Participants can interact with industry officials and build connections with trusted business partners while enjoying beer.

In particular, for Korean companies aiming to enter the Japanese market, it is expected to be a meaningful opportunity to understand the Japanese market and get direct advice and hints of support direction from co-hosts with local networks.

[ Event information ]

Outline

Event Name: 2026 New Year Beer Buff

Date and time: January 22, 2026 (Thursday) 19:00-22:00

Entry fee: Free

Capacity: 80 people (*Advance application system; lottery if there are many applicants)

Participants:

· Game officials interested in entering Japanese and global markets

· Who are active in the gaming business in general

· Who want to build networking within the gaming industry

Inquiry URL: kr-sales@tech.z.com

Co-hosted by: AB180, GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Playio, and SmileShark

Program

19:00: Introduction

19:30: Meals, pleasantries

20:00: Quiz & Prize Event

20:30: Networking

21:20: Lucky draw

22:00: The end

[ Introduction to GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. ]

GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. is a member of GMO Internet Group, a listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and is providing global marketing support linking Korea and Japan.

It provides one-stop support for Korean companies from establishing strategies to entering the Japanese market to promotion, advertising operations, and sales expansion. Professional teams familiar with Korean-Japanese culture and business practices provide solutions that directly lead to results.

Official site: https://tech.z.com/kr/en/

Copyright (C) 2026 GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. All Rights reserved.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260114338212/en/