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Irodori's 10 Million Yen Funding for Public Tutoring Model in Japan

In an inspiring move, Irodori, an education startup based in Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture, has successfully secured 10 million yen in funding. This funding, acquired through a third-party allocation increase from Fukuin Co., Ltd., marks a significant step in the startup's mission to enhance educational opportunities nationwide. Under the leadership of 20-year-old Alan Terada, a student from Ritsumeikan University, Irodori plans to utilize this capital to accelerate its nationwide rollout of the public tutoring model in collaboration with local municipalities, set to launch in April 2026.

Funding Details and Strategic Goals

Irodori transitioned from a limited liability company (LLC) to a corporation on July 7, 2025, coinciding with this funding milestone. The financing will primarily support operational costs associated with the simultaneous testing of Irodori’s public tutoring model across ten municipalities. Fukuin Co., Ltd. has a proven track record of providing content management systems to over 260 municipalities, leveraging its extensive network to foster collaboration and achieve educational synergies.

Through this initiative, Irodori aims to visualize the outcomes using multiple KPIs, including academic performance, learning motivation, and attendance, all tailored to fit the individual needs of each municipality. By presenting adaptable operational models, Irodori hopes to pave the way for substantial implementation in fiscal year 2027. This approach aims to create a sustainable public-private partnership model in collaboration with local education boards, schools, and parents.

The Importance of Personalized Learning

Irodori strongly emphasizes the significance of one-on-one education, addressing the disparities in learning opportunities between urban and rural areas. With its core service, the online