ecbo cloak Wins Excellence Award at 5th Japan Service Awards

ecbo cloak Wins Excellence Award at Japan Service Awards

ecbo Co., Ltd., led by CEO Shinichi Kudo, has officially announced that its innovative luggage storage service, ecbo cloak, has received the Excellence Award at the 5th Japan Service Awards hosted by the Productivity Council of Japan (SPRING).

Excellence Award Details

The ecbo cloak service enables users to securely store their luggage just using their smartphones. Here are the primary aspects that were particularly praised:

1. Innovative Luggage Storage Platform: ecbo cloak effectively capitalizes on shops and facilities around cities, allowing users to reserve and pay for their luggage storage via a user-friendly mobile app. This innovative model addresses the issue of limited coin lockers and has created a new infrastructure for urban areas. Additionally, it offers multilingual support and insurance coverage, making it a safe choice for inbound tourists.

2. Co-Creation Value for Both Users and Shops: The platform benefits shop owners by providing them with an additional stream of income without incurring extra costs, while users gain access to various convenient locations to store their belongings, including large items.

3. Tourism Infrastructure and Economic Vitalization: The service not only acts as a vital part of tourism infrastructure but also contributes to the regional economy by utilizing underused local assets. It plays a crucial role in creating a welcoming environment for the projected 60 million inbound tourists by 2030.

CEO Shinichi Kudo's Statement

Shinichi Kudo expressed his gratitude for receiving this esteemed award, saying, "We are honored to be recognized with such a prestigious accolade. At ecbo, we believe in the principle of 'freedom from ownership' and aim to transform underused spaces into valuable urban infrastructures, enhancing mobility and tourism experiences for all."

About the Japan Service Awards

- Awards Focus: The awards recognize 'innovative and superior services' that lead the advancement of service sophistication and industry development by offering unique value.
- Types of Awards (5th Edition): The awards include numerous prestigious categories such as the Prime Minister's Award, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award, and more, with the Excellence Award being one of the notable mentions.
- Organizer: The awards are organized by the Productivity Council of Japan (SPRING).

For more details regarding the award-winning service, please visit Japan Service Awards Detail Page.

What is ecbo cloak?

ecbo cloak is a hassle-free luggage storage service that allows users to secure their items with just a smartphone reservation. It is integrated into various locations such as cafes, commercial facilities, train stations, and post offices. Currently, there are more than 1,000 stores across Japan offering this service, and it recently expanded into Taiwan in August 2023 for the first time internationally.

Users can search for participating stores through the app or website and easily reserve and pay beforehand for a smooth luggage drop-off experience. The service caters not only to standard luggage but also accommodates larger items like strollers, musical instruments, sports equipment, and folding bicycles. For further information, visit the ecbo cloak website.

Company Overview: ecbo Co., Ltd.

- Company Name: ecbo Co., Ltd.
- CEO: Shinichi Kudo
- Headquarters: 3rd Floor, Forest Gate Daikanyama MAIN, 20-23 Daikanyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Established: June 2, 2015
- Website: ecbo.io
- Core Services: Includes luggage storage service ecbo cloak and delivery acceptance service ecbo pickup.