【Regarding the naming of the new LLM series "Namazu"】 Regarding the naming of the new LLM series "Namazu" installed in Sakana Chat (chat.sakana.ai) which we recently released, we have received valuable feedback from many users who recalled the full-text search system "Namazu" which was widely appreciated from the 1990s to the 2000s. The full-text search system Namazu is a system that laid the foundation for Japanese full-text search. When naming Namazu, Sakana AI conducted legal verification regarding trademarks and other intellectual property rights. However, we recognize that our research into the historical background of this field was insufficient. Following this feedback, we contacted Takabayashi-san, the creator of the full-text search system Namazu, to explain the circumstances and consult regarding the naming. Not only did Takabayashi-san graciously permit us to use the name, but he also offered us words of encouragement stating that he "anticipates the development of Namazu" (only the general intent is shared here due to the private nature of the communication). We will continue our development efforts to ensure that this name lives up to the legacy built by this great predecessor. [Translated from EN to English]

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