Preferred Networks

Preferred Networks (PFN) is a Japanese AI company founded in 2014 by Toru Nishikawa and Daisuke Okanohara, headquartered in Tokyo's Otemachi district. The company pursues vertical integration of computer science—from AI chips (MN-Core series) and computing infrastructure (PFCP cloud) to generative AI foundation models (PLaMo) and robotics. PFN applies deep learning to manufacturing, materials, life sciences, and other industries, and is valued at over $3 billion.