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The Launch of 'Keepit Ikegami-Kugahara'

Palma Corporation, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is set to launch a new indoor self-storage facility named 'Keepit Ikegami-Kugahara' on March 19, 2026. Developed in collaboration with Mitsubishi Estate, this facility will be located in Ota City, Tokyo, and marks the first significant venture into the self-storage market for Mitsubishi Estate.

The initiative aims to expand storage solutions as a new lifestyle infrastructure in urban areas. With rising demand for compact living spaces, it has become increasingly challenging for residents to rely solely on their homes for storage. This shift has led to a growing need for self-storage solutions that extend beyond mere storage services, positioning them as essential components of urban living.

Project Overview

Combining Mitsubishi Estate's development expertise with Palma's operational proficiency and industry connections, the project seeks to establish a new standard model for urban self-storage. Palma currently services over 135,000 contracts from approximately 450 self-storage operators, and it has created a comprehensive operational model that integrates guarantee, management, and digital transformation (DX). Palma will oversee the management of the facility post-opening.

Features of 'Keepit Ikegami-Kugahara'

Located just a 9-minute walk from Ikegami Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line, this facility enjoys excellent visibility and vehicle access along National Route 1. The surrounding area is predominantly residential, characterized by a concentration of condominiums and single-family homes, which suggests robust demand from individual users and existing facilities seeking to relocate their storage needs.

Some key features include:

• - A total of 203 diversified storage units
• - 24/7 access for customers
• - Dedicated parking for users (2 spaces)
• - High-quality spatial design, supervised by professional designers

The facility aspires to meet the diverse storage needs of urban dwellers while providing a safe and secure storage environment.

Facility Details

• - Location: 3-48-1 Ikegami, Ota City, Tokyo
• - Access: 9-minute walk from Ikegami Station
• - Site Area: 272.76 square meters (about 83 tsubo)
• - Structure & Scale: Steel structure, 7 stories above ground
• - Total Rooms: 203 (subject to change in the future)
• - Developers: Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. and Palma Corporation
• - Construction Start Date: March 31, 2025
• - Completion Date: February 27, 2026
• - Design & Construction: Trunk System Industry Co., Ltd.
• - Design Supervision: SHUKU DESIGN OFFICE
• - Operations Commence: March 19, 2026
• - Operations Managed By: Palma Corporation

Maps referenced in the press release utilize partially edited vector maps from the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan.

Representative Comment

Junichi Kimura, president of Palma Corporation, remarked, "Self-storage is evolving into a foundational service that supports urban living. Through this collaborative project, we are aiming to provide storage not merely as a 'place,' but as a functional urban infrastructure model."

About Palma Corporation

Palma is a specialized service provider focused on self-storage, offering guarantees, storage management, operational BPO, IT solutions, and facility development. They serve approximately 60% of domestic operators and support operational efficiency and profitability improvements through digital transformation (DX), positioning themselves as a comprehensive platform that addresses assets, operations, and usage aspects of self-storage. Palma is committed to enhancing satisfaction among businesses, users, and investors, while contributing to society's challenges through high usability BPO services and well-designed facilities.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Palma Corporation
• - CEO: Junichi Kimura
• - Address: 5th Floor, KS Building, 4-5-20 Kojimachi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Established: January 2006
• - Capital: 600 million JPY (as of December 2025)
• - Stock Exchange Listing: Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market, Nagoya Main Market
• - Stock Code: 3461
• - Staff Count: 43 employees (as of March 2026, excluding temporary staff)

Inquiries and Applications

For inquiries or service applications for 'Keepit Ikegami-Kugahara':

• - Phone: 0120-311-134
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Operating Hours: 10 AM - 5 PM (Closed on New Year's holidays)
• - Facility Website: Keep-it (Applications accepted 24/7 via web)