Creating Emotional Connections: ONDO Inc. Launches New Branch in Kinko Town, Kagoshima

ONDO Inc., a creative company headquartered in Osaka, Japan, has officially opened its new branch, "Kagoshima Nangu Branch," in Nishinoomote, Kinko Town, on January 1, 2026. Situated in the old Kamikawa Junior High School, this new endeavor marks the start of a co-creation project aimed at linking urban and rural communities. The mission of ONDO Inc. is to create opportunities for people to connect with each other through events, designs, and various media.

Why Kinko Town? Intuition and Encounter Beyond Logic

ONDO has served as a bridge, delivering corporate messages to the public through events and creative productions. The company's core values lie in fostering empathy from encounters and nurturing co-creation processes born from these connections.

The decision to establish a base in Kinko Town, located on the Osumi Peninsula, stems from the encounters with the town's residents and stakeholders. The warmth of the community, remarkable local produce, and the energy of the natural surroundings inspired ONDO’s team during their visit. It was not merely a logical decision; rather, it was an intuitive drive to create an emotional future alongside the wonderful people of Kinko Town.

Choosing to form a branch rather than an external consulting firm allows ONDO to engage deeply with the local community. This approach enables a mutual sharing of visions and aspirations for the future.

Three Key Actions of the Kagoshima Nangu Branch

The Kagoshima Nangu Branch will focus on implementing three key initiatives:
1. Creating Relationships Between Urban and Kinko Town
ONDO aims to attract companies and creative individuals from urban centers like Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya to Kinko Town. By generating actions from within the community, the goal is to build sustainable and ongoing relationships rather than transient interactions.
2. Nurturing Next-Generation Co-Creation Players
ONDO will provide its expertise in planning, event production, and information sharing to local high school students and public-private stakeholders. This venture aims to enhance the town's capacity for project planning and communication, fostering independence and internal capability.
3. Supporting Business Development Across the Osumi Region
The successes achieved in Kinko Town will serve as model cases to expand the reach of activities throughout the Osumi region. This involves collaborating with external partners and leveraging local resources to co-create new business and cultural opportunities.

Anticipation for the Project

Kinko Town Mayor Toshio Nitta expressed his admiration for ONDO’s commitment to co-creation, which aligns perfectly with the town’s policies and vision. He highlighted ONDO’s rapid establishment as a testament to their determination and foresight, believing their efforts will invigorate Kinko Town, intertwining the town's dynamic potential with ONDO’s creativity.

Kinko Town's Future Creation Division Heads Jun Sakamoto and Yuji Nakashima noted their expectations that ONDO's involvement will create a significant flow of energy connecting the town inside and out. Their hope is that deeper interactions between ONDO and local primary industry stakeholders will enhance the recognition of Kinko Town’s true allure, leading to stronger relationships within the community.

Inaugural Project: Co-Creation Tour

As the first initiative post-opening, ONDO plans to host multiple "Co-Creation Tours" gathering more than 30 participants from diverse backgrounds, including entrepreneurs and artists. Through these encounters with Kinko Town’s rich food culture and vibrant industry, new values and collaborative projects are expected to emerge.

Branch Overview

- Name: ONDO Inc. Kagoshima Nangu Branch
- Location: 3101 Kamikawa, Kinko Town, Kagoshima (inside the Kinko Town Regional Vitalization Center, former Kamikawa Middle School)
- Opening Date: January 1, 2026

About ONDO Inc.

Established in 2011, ONDO engages in a wide range of creative endeavors related to communication such as video production, live streaming, event planning, and digital marketing. The company embodies "Co-Creation," focusing on creating connections that act as catalysts for people to collaborate towards shared visions. Additionally, ONDO runs STUDIO VIZZ EBISU in Tokyo, facilitating the creation of new communities through diverse interactions among individuals and companies.

President: Osamu Toriyama
Head Office Location: 1-17-41 Misaki, Minato-ku, Osaka
OSAKA BRANCH: 3-4-1 Awajimachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
TOKYO BRANCH: 1-19-19 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
STUDIO VIZZ EBISU: 1-19-19 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Corporate Site: ondo-japan.com
STUDIO VIZZ EBISU: vizz.jp

About Kinko Town, Kagoshima

Located in the southwestern part of the Osumi Peninsula, Kinko Town is blessed with extraordinary natural landscapes such as the calm Kinko Bay and the extensive Chamaecyparis obtusa forests of Mt. Inao. This fruitful region, which produces high-quality goods such as tea and wagyu beef, thrives on the passion of its local producers. An essential aspect of Kinko Town's charm is the lively smiles of its citizens, emphasized in its owned media “KINKO SMILE MAP,” along with an inviting spirit towards fresh challenges. Kinko Town is currently gaining attention for its advanced initiatives, such as repurposing old school buildings and supporting new business ventures and digital transformation initiatives beyond the public-private divide.

Kinko Town Official Website: kinko-town
Kinko Town Owned Media: kinko-cho.jp