Tokyo – September 25, 2026 -- Cellid Inc. has entered a business partnership with Megane Top Co., Ltd. to jointly develop and commercialize augmented reality (AR) glasses under Megane Top's own brand, the companies announced.
Preorders open October 23 via crowdfunding platform GREEN FUNDING
The two firms will begin accepting preorders for the jointly developed AR glasses through the GREEN FUNDING crowdfunding platform starting October 23, 2026. Following the campaign, the product will be distributed through Megane Top's nationwide retail network, including its "Megane Ichiba" chain.
Cellid supplies optical technology, Megane Top brings 1,036-store sales infrastructure
Under the partnership, Cellid will lead technological development, contributing its optical and hardware expertise as well as product design for AR glasses displays and systems. Megane Top, headquartered in Shizuoka City, will provide product development know-how from its eyewear business along with its established sales network. Megane Top operates 1,036 stores in Japan and 35 overseas, employs 5,500 people, and holds capital of JPY 100 million as of March 31, 2026.
Companies target mainstream adoption beyond early-adopter market
Cellid CEO Satoshi Shiraga said bringing AR technology to market as usable daily products, rather than just developing strong technology, is essential for widespread adoption. Megane Top President Masahiro Tomizawa said the partnership aims to combine AR functionality with the comfort and design expected of everyday eyewear, positioning the collaboration as a step toward a next-generation eyewear market.
Cellid to continue R&D on miniaturization and mass-production capability
Cellid said it will continue research and development to make AR glasses smaller, more capable and more comfortable, while enhancing mass-production technologies, and will pursue further partnerships to expand AR glasses adoption across additional markets.