Zehitomo Secures $7.5M to Transform Japan's Local Service Marketplace

We are excited to announce that Zehitomo has successfully raised 7,500,000, marking a significant milestone in our journey to empower Japan’s talented freelancers and small businesses. Founded in 2015 by two visionary Americans, Jordan and James, Zehitomo was born out of a desire to transform the way Japanese professionals connect with customers. In Japan, high-quality local talent and services often remain hidden on the internet due to search algorithms favoring larger corporations. Recognizing this gap, Zehitomo was created as a premier customer acquisition platform to showcase the true potential of Japan’s best freelancers and small enterprises, ensuring that quality and affordability are accessible to everyone. This new funding will play a critical role in expanding our platform’s reach and technical capabilities. It will be instrumental in enhancing the user interface, improving our search algorithms to better highlight hidden talents, and implementing innovative features that further bridge the gap between professionals and prospective clients. Our goal remains to provide a seamless, dynamic marketplace where meaningful connections are formed and businesses of all sizes can thrive. The investment also reinforces our ongoing commitment to offer competitive fees, thereby increasing individual options and making it easier for both clients and service providers to discover optimal matches. As the world increasingly embraces digital transformation, Zehitomo is proud to lead the way in ensuring that Japan’s flourishing freelance community and small businesses receive the recognition they deserve. We look forward to using this funding to continue supporting a free, enriched style of work and lifestyle, ultimately reshaping the way local service professionals are discovered and celebrated across Japan.