JIMOTY and CCC Join Forces for Local Community Solutions
In a significant development aimed at enhancing local community dynamics, JIMOTY Inc., headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, and Culture Convenience Club (CCC) Co., Ltd., based in Yokohama, Kanagawa, have officially signed a basic agreement to collaborate on solving issues that affect their communities. This agreement is designed to foster sustainable solutions that provide continuing value to local residents and businesses.
JIMOTY operates a popular local information site known as 'JIMOTY,' which is dedicated to visualizing the current needs of communities and connecting individuals within them for a brighter future. The platform sees around 10 million active users each month, primarily facilitating the delivery of necessary items such as large furniture and appliances to those who need them. Additionally, JIMOTY is also known for operating 'JIMOTY Spot,' a reuse facility established in partnership with local governments, which has successfully facilitated the reuse of approximately 300,000 usable items and contributed to a reduction of about 1290 tons of waste in the year 2024 alone.
On the other hand, CCC is committed to the mission of creating 'Cultural Infrastructure,' focusing on solving problems through the utilization of intellectual capital as part of its solutions business targeted at corporations. Their retail and lifestyle division seeks to accumulate intellectual capital while delivering new value to consumers, ensuring active engagement and participation.
The partnership between JIMOTY and CCC stems from a shared vision to reinvigorate local economies, create employment opportunities, and contribute to an environmentally conscious circular economy. The alignment in their goals led to the decision to establish a basic agreement, which emphasizes their commitment to collaboratively develop and implement initiatives that address a variety of local issues.
By combining the strengths of JIMOTY’s locally-rooted service model and its extensive connections with municipalities, with CCC’s robust national store network and operational expertise, the two companies aim to co-develop new ventures that effectively tackle the challenges faced by local communities. Their collaboration is geared towards maximizing synergy and realizing sustainable community development initiatives.
Key Aspects of the Basic Agreement
1.
Expansion of JIMOTY Spot Locations
- CCC and its group companies will participate in franchise opportunities for JIMOTY Spot and actively pursue new store openings.
- Joint development and opening of new business types that break away from traditional store formats, promoting innovation in the retail landscape.
2.
Joint Initiatives for Community Activation
- Collaborating on the planning and management of events and community activities aimed at engaging local residents.
Company Profiles
JIMOTY Inc.
- - Headquarters: 2nd Floor, CIRCLES Gotanda, 1-2-10, Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
- - Founded: February 2011
- - Main Services: Planning, developing, and operating 'JIMOTY' and 'JIMOTY Spot'
- - Website: https://jmty.jp
- - CEO: Takahiro Kato
Culture Convenience Club (CCC) Co., Ltd.
- - Headquarters: 14th Floor, Yokohama Connect Square, 3-3-3, Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
- - Founded: September 1985
- - Main Services: Retail business focused on customer experience; partnerships with corporations and municipalities for problem-solving and growth
- - Website: https://www.ccc.co.jp/
- - CEO: Yoshinori Takahashi