In response to the devastating Kumamoto Earthquake that struck on July 28, 2026, Kuradashi, a social good marketplace based in Tokyo, is taking a proactive step to aid those affected. As part of its ongoing mission to reduce food waste and provide social contributions, Kuradashi has announced that it will now support the Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center, beginning July 31, 2026.
Background of Support Initiatives
As a key player in the social good sector, Kuradashi aims to combat food waste by purchasing edible products that cannot be sold through conventional distribution channels. The company then sells these items on its platform, using a portion of the proceeds for social contribution activities. Previously, Kuradashi supported various organizations, including the Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center, which specializes in disaster response and assistance.
The Kumamoto Earthquake
The region of Kumamoto was rocked by a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 on July 28, which caused extensive damage including building collapses, fires, and disruptions to water supply and power. In recognition of this disaster and the urgent needs of the affected communities, Kuradashi has expanded its support by adding the Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center as a beneficiary. This new initiative is intended to provide immediate relief efforts to those most in need following the quake.
How Kuradashi Users Can Contribute
Kuradashi users can easily participate in this initiative by following these simple steps:
1.
Select products on the Kuradashi social good marketplace.
2. For smartphone users, navigate to the bottom of the product page, or for desktop users, look beneath the product price to find the "Charity Organization" section. Here, select "Emergency Relief for the Kumamoto Earthquake - Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center."
3. By making a purchase, users will automatically donate a portion of the sales to the designated organization.
For more information, users can refer to the Kuradashi Support Organizations List
here and visit the Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center's donation page for direct contributions
here.
Partnership Opportunities
Kuradashi is also calling on partner companies to donate products to further support the victims of the Kumamoto earthquake. Participating companies can choose from two ways to donate:
- - Regular Transactions: Products sold through the Kuradashi platform will donate a portion of proceeds to the Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center following the established marketplace scheme.
- - Donated Products: If a partner company chooses to provide products for free, the profits generated by the sale of these items will be donated to the Peace Boat organization, further amplifying the support efforts.
Message from Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center
The Peace Boat Disaster Relief Center has expressed its deep commitment to supporting affected communities. The organization emphasizes the motto "People support people" and has dispatched a rapid response team immediately following the quake. Leveraging past experiences from the 2016 Kumamoto quake, they will focus on meeting local needs through shelter management and essential supplies. The center urges the public for warm support during this critical time.
Future Goals
As part of its long-term vision, Kuradashi aims to tackle various social challenges and to become Japan's leading impact company. By promoting good business practices, the company seeks to create a cycle of social impact and economic value. As part of this, Kuradashi is committed to making strides in reducing food waste across all stages of the supply chain, developing a vital infrastructure in the food industry that ensures sustainability.
Conclusion
Kuradashi continues to redefine what it means to be socially responsible. With an overarching goal of balancing profitability with meaningful contributions to society, each purchase made on the Kuradashi platform becomes a step towards creating a better world for everyone.