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Tofu Partners with Seven Sense: A Leap into Japan's Market

In a significant move for the accounting industry, Tofu, a Tokyo-based technology firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Seven Sense Tax Corporation. This collaboration marks Tofu's official entry into the Japanese market, leveraging its AI-based automated bookkeeping service that has gained traction in over 50 countries globally.

Introducing Tofu's Automated Bookkeeping Service

Tofu's service, specifically named "tofu," utilizes advanced artificial intelligence to automatically read receipts, invoices, and bank statements. By directly interfacing with accounting software, tofu streamlines the bookkeeping process, allowing businesses to cut down their record-keeping workload by up to 70%. This figure is backed by a time study conducted in 2025 involving numerous accounting firms in regions such as Malaysia and Singapore.

The technology, developed by a dedicated team of engineers in Tokyo, has already been implemented in a considerable number of accounting firms and businesses worldwide—over 250 firms and more than 2,500 clients have adopted it as of April 2026. Its recognition within a premier global accounting network cements its credibility.

Strategic Entry Into the Japanese Market

Why now? The Japanese accounting landscape is evolving, with the rise of cloud-based accounting solutions such as freee and MoneyForward. However, key processes such as the extraction of data from physical documents and the subsequent sorting into accounting software remain predominantly manual. Traditional OCR tools have struggled with the complexities of Japanese document layouts and handwriting. This presents a perfect opportunity for tofu to automate these precursor tasks, perfecting the flow before data reaches the accounting software.

Tofu integrates seamlessly with existing accounting platforms rather than replacing them. It enhances the overall efficiency and accuracy of bookkeeping tasks, significantly speeding up processes that are currently bogged down by manual data entry.

Advanced Features of the Tofu Service

Tofu’s service is characterized by its interconnected AI agents that work cohesively to deliver next-generation automated bookkeeping. Users simply upload documentation, and the AI quickly interprets the contents while learning individual company rules for sorting continuously. This self-learning capability means that the more a business uses tofu, the smarter the system becomes.

Features Include:

1. Self-Learning AI: Automatically adapts to different accounting patterns, reducing the need for manual adjustments and boosting accuracy.
2. Multilingual and Handwriting Support: Compatible with over 200 languages and can read handwritten receipts without hassle.
3. Up to 70% Reduction in Manual Labor: By facilitating automatic extraction and sorting, tofu drastically minimizes repetitive data entry tasks.
4. Expert Supervision by Seven Sense: The service is aligned with Japan's tax standards, ensuring compliance while providing valuable features such as automated readings for invoices and tax rate determinations.
5. Secure Subscription Model: Offering a flat-rate, unlimited user and client access model while ensuring top-notch security with ISO 27001 certification and adherence to GDPR regulations.

Global Recognition and Future Plans

Tofu has received accolades internationally, notably being nominated as a finalist for the "Emerging App of the Year" at the Xero Global App Awards in 2025, which celebrates innovative applications in cloud accounting. The service is currently rated five stars on the Xero App Store, reflecting its user satisfaction and efficiency.

Looking ahead, Tofu is set to strategically collaborate with Seven Sense Tax Corporation, which ranks 31st in Japan's national tax firm standings. Together, they are committed to enhancing the service based on local tax practices and are rolling out the service nationwide across various industries. They aim to expand to the Asia-Pacific region through Seven Sense's established PKF network, targeting small to medium-sized enterprises and startups.

Conclusion

Tofu is paving the way for a revolutionary change in Japan's accounting industry. Focused on bridging the gap between manual paper work and digital solutions, Tofu’s service promises not only to enhance productivity for existing clients but also to attract new businesses looking for efficient and reliable bookkeeping support. The future is indeed bright for Tofu as it embarks on this commitment to automate and innovate accounting tasks in Japan and beyond.