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Kokopelli Launches "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" for International Business Matching

Kokopelli, a company based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, officially announced the launch of its overseas business matching platform, "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL," through the Alps Chuo Shinkin Bank in Ina, Nagano, beginning on April 20, 2026. This innovative platform aims to facilitate market expansion and business partner acquisition for medium and small-sized enterprises in Japan by overcoming barriers related to language and geography.

Background of the Initiative

In recent years, many Japanese medium and small-sized enterprises have shown increasing interest in international expansion due to the shrinking domestic market and the fluctuating yen. However, many companies hesitate to venture abroad due to concerns about selecting potential business partners, language differences, and the need for specific knowledge related to international trade and logistics. To address these challenges and support companies seeking to expand abroad or enhance existing international partnerships, the Alps Chuo Shinkin Bank decided to adopt the BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL platform.

Features of BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL

This platform is not just about expanding sales channels or sourcing new suppliers; it also aims to create innovations among medium and small-sized enterprises. By doing so, it establishes a foundation for sustainable growth of Japanese SMEs in the global market. Additionally, it promotes international transactions between Japan and ASEAN countries, aspiring to set a global standard for B2B business matching originating from Japan.

Unique Features of "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"

• - Exclusive Member Network: Similar to the existing Big Advance initiative in Japan, the platform allows direct trade with overseas companies that are already partnered with financial institutions.
• - AI-Powered Translation Features: The system incorporates a proprietary AI translation engine that facilitates communication with trading partners in their native languages. It includes real-time translation chat and video conferencing capabilities with translated subtitles.
• - Trade Practice Support: Coordinators knowledgeable about Japanese and Thai languages and business customs ensure smooth negotiations. The platform offers extensive support services that cover a wide range of areas, including international law, trade practices, and logistics.
• - AI Recommendations (Upcoming): The platform aims to implement AI functionalities that suggest the most suitable business opportunities based on the users' search criteria in the near future.

Future Developments

The BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL platform will continue to enhance its services and functionalities, including AI-assisted search and recommendation features. Currently, several other financial institutions are considering or have already decided to implement the platform, promising gradual expansion of the service to more financial entities.

Kokopelli, alongside regional financial institutions, is dedicated to bolstering the efforts of medium and small-sized enterprises aiming for international market expansion and transactions, thereby contributing to their sustained growth.

About Kokopelli Inc.

• - Company Name: Kokopelli Inc.
• - Location: Kioicho Building, 11F, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• - CEO: Shigeru Kondo
• - Established: June 2007
• - Business: Business platform operations
• - Website: Kokopelli Inc.
• - Key Services: Business support platform for SMEs "Big Advance", overseas business matching platform "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL".