GeoCode's Kaoru Yokoyama Receives Special Contribution Award at Web Grand Prix

GeoCode's Kaoru Yokoyama Recognized at the Web Grand Prix

In a remarkable achievement, Kaoru Yokoyama, a lead designer in the Organic Marketing Department of GeoCode, has been awarded the Special Contribution Award at the 13th Web Grand Prix. Held under the auspices of the Japan Advertisers Association’s Digital Marketing Research Organization, this event celebrates outstanding contributions to the digital landscape.

What is the Web Grand Prix?

The Web Grand Prix serves as a prestigious platform for recognizing individuals and sites that have significantly contributed to the development of the digital society. It is a fusion of the Web Creation Awards and the Corporate Web Grand Prix, both of which have honored numerous web creators over many years. The award aims to acknowledge the impressive achievements of individuals and companies, promoting a healthy evolution of websites and celebrating the efforts and successes within the web community.

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Project Behind the Award

Yokoyama led the design efforts for Asukanet’s high-quality photobook service, MyBook, which was submitted for the Web Grand Prix. Although the project did not win an award, the unique peer-review system of the competition allowed all participants to review and provide feedback on each other's sites, which led to valuable insights. During this evaluation process, the focus was on user experience across various devices, with comments given from both a user’s and web designer’s perspective. It seems this dual approach to feedback helped secure the Special Contribution Award.

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Remarks from the Awardee

Kaoru Yokoyama

Lead Designer, GeoCode
Having joined GeoCode as a web designer in 2021 without prior experience in the field, Yokoyama quickly adapted to the role, drawing on his background in the travel and apparel industries. His agility and willingness to learn propelled him to his current position where he drives the design team forward.

In his acceptance remarks, Yokoyama expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work on Asukanet's website redesign. He emphasized the importance of considering the viewer's perspective when crafting designs, stating, “I’m honored to receive this award as it recognizes the earnest effort I put into providing constructive feedback during the peer review process. While my design may not have been awarded, I remain committed to improving and bringing excitement to viewers through my work.”

GeoCode's Web Development Expertise

GeoCode has built a robust reputation since launching its web development services in 2006, boasting over 4,800 successful projects. The company provides not just website creation, but also SEO and online advertising services, offering clients a comprehensive solution for boosting their presence online. Their in-house capabilities cover everything from effective content marketing to optimizing UI/UX, making them a one-stop solution for web marketing needs.

Moreover, GeoCode has developed the Next SFA, which combines marketing automation, sales force automation, and customer relationship management, helping clients effectively nurture prospects and improve their win rates.

Learn more about GeoCode's services

About GeoCode, Inc.

Founded in February 2005 and headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, GeoCode specializes in web marketing, cloud sales tech, and advanced digital strategies, including AI-driven search optimization. Their comprehensive offerings aim to enhance both customer acquisition and management, supporting clients in all aspects of their digital marketing journey.

- Company Name: GeoCode, Inc.
- CEO: Daisuke Haraguchi
- Location: 4-1-6 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 10F JR Shinjuku Miraina Tower
- Capital: ¥364.52 million (as of August 2025)
- Stock Code: 7357 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange
- Website: Visit GeoCode