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GMO Design One Corporation

GMOデザインワン株式会社GMO DesignOne, Inc.Alias
Ticker
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Listed market
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Country
Japan
Employees (consolidated)
200
Related companies
16
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Basic information

BASIC
Head office
2-16-6 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022, Shinjuku East Square Building
Chief executive
Yasuo Takahata
Capital
100,000,000
Employees (non-consolidated)
68 people
Employees (consolidated)
200 people
Start date
2005-09-13
End date
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Websites

1 DOMAINS
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Business

3
Internet Media BusinessDevelopment BusinessSaaS Business
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Related companies

16 COMPANIES
Company name Group Parent Subsidiary Customer Supplier Alliance Bank Shareholder
GMO TECH Inc.
Group Parent
modecas Co., Ltd.
Group Parent
株式会社アマネクコミュニケーションズ
Group Parent
株式会社イー・ネットワークス
Group Parent
GMO-Z.com TECH VN NTA, Inc.
Group
GMO Internet Networks Inc.
Group
GMO-Z.com TECH VN NTA
Group
Nitro Tech Asia Inc
Group Subsidiary
株式会社昼job
Group Subsidiary
GMO ReTech Inc.
GMO TECH Holdings Inc.
GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc.
GMO Internet Group Inc.
Nitro Tech
Japan Information Inc.
Design One Japan Co., Ltd.
Names without a link are companies not yet registered in OpenBizGraph
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Network

NETWORK
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History

32 EVENTS

Capital of 1 million yen, established as Design One Japan Corporation in Nihonbashi, Chuo-kuSources

EstablishedSources

Relocated headquarters to Minami Oi, Shinagawa-ku due to business expansionSources

Increased capital to 4 million yenSources

Released store review and ranking site 'Ekiten'Sources

Relocated headquarters to Kamata, Ota-ku due to business expansionSources

Carried out a complete renewal of 'Ekiten'Sources

Increased capital to 10 million yenSources

Relocated headquarters to Shiba, Minato-ku due to business expansionSources

Increased capital to 20 million yenSources

Started Ekiten Stamp ServiceSources

Expanded office floor due to business expansionSources

Relocated headquarters to Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku due to business expansionSources

Released Ekiten AppSources

Released Ekiten Easy ReservationSources

Listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers MarketSources

Increased capital to 639.85 million yenSources

Expanded office floor due to business expansionSources

Changed market to First Section of the Tokyo Stock ExchangeSources

Release of free job search site "Ekiten Job"Sources

Release of consultation and reputation search site for professionals "Ekiten Pro"Sources

Relocated office to Nishi-Shinjuku due to business expansionSources

Acquired shares of NITROTECH ASIA INC (located in Vietnam) and made it a subsidiarySources

Renewed "Ekiten Easy Reservation" and released "Ekiten Online Reservation"Sources

Acquired shares of Hiru Job Co., Ltd. and made it a subsidiarySources

Acquired shares of DEECH Co., Ltd. and made it a subsidiarySources

Acquired shares of E-Networks Co., Ltd. and made it a subsidiarySources

Acquired shares of Okomari Co., Ltd. and made it a subsidiarySources

Transferred shares of DEECH Co., Ltd.Sources

Transferred business of Hiru Job Co., Ltd.Sources

Relocated office to ShinjukuSources

Became a subsidiary of GMO TECH Holdings Inc. through business integration: renamed to GMO Design One Inc.Sources

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News

135 ARTICLES

Enable Use of Posting Points at Store Checkout with Ekiten by GMOSources

GMO Design One Co., Ltd. has launched a new feature on November 11, 2026, allowing Ekiten points earned through reviews and photo posts on Ekiten by GMO to be used at participating stores during checkout, with a conversion rate of 1 point = 1 yen. Users can start using points from 1 point, and regular member stores can support the feature by simply registering a bank account, without any additional procedures. This expansion of point usage opportunities aims to encourage visits to partner stores.

GMO Design One Launches Generative AI Chatbot "Ekiten by GMO Support AI" for Store OwnersSources

GMO Design One Co., Ltd. has begun offering the generative AI chatbot "Ekiten by GMO Support AI" on its store information portal site, Ekiten by GMO. The chatbot allows users to ask questions in natural language without being limited to predefined options, and it handles inquiries about service details, features, and operation methods. It employs a system that can quickly reflect new features and specification changes, aiming to improve the quality of support for store owners.

Unauthorized Access to Onamae.com Desktop CloudSources

GMO Internet Inc. announced that the unauthorized access to the Onamae.com Desktop Cloud, which is provided by GMO Internet Inc., did not occur in services of GMO Design One and its consolidated group companies. At present, no unauthorized login or information leakage has been confirmed in the company's services. They apologized for causing concern to customers.

Ekiten by GMO Introduces AI Reviews to Maintain Quality and Improve EfficiencySources

On September 28, 2026, GMO Design One introduced generative AI review functionality for customer reviews and photo submissions on Ekiten by GMO. Based on its own review guidelines, AI evaluates submissions and staff check them when needed, helping maintain quality and streamline review operations.

GMO TECH Holdings Approves MergerSources

GMO TECH Holdings' board approved a merger between GMO TECH and GMO Design One. The absorption-type merger will take effect on January 1, 2027, with GMO TECH as the surviving company. By combining talent, know-how, development, and sales capabilities, the companies aim to speed up decisions and strengthen operations in store customer-acquisition support.

Ekitten byGMO Enables Store Search and Booking in AI ToolsSources

GMO Design One launched the Ekitten Reservation MCP Server on September 8, 2026, enabling users to search for stores and complete bookings through chat using AI tools. Stores already using Ekitten Online Reservations can accept bookings through AI without additional setup or fees. Users can find and book stores conversationally through AI, while stores can receive reservations via AI tools.

GMO Design One Builds Internal Data Platform Powered by Generative AISources

GMO Design One began operating a business platform on September 1, 2026, that connects internal data with large language models such as Claude and Codex. Employees can search and analyze data using natural language, advancing AI-centered access to information.

Ekiten by GMO Online Reservations for Restaurants Surpasses 100 BusinessesSources

GMO Design One Co., Ltd. announced that more than 100 restaurants had adopted Ekiten by GMO's online reservation feature as of the end of July 2026. Launched in October 2025, the service added Reserve with Google support in May 2026 and introduced a pay-per-booking plan with no setup or fixed monthly fees in July. These feature and pricing enhancements helped the service reach 100 businesses in about nine months.

Ekiten Online Reservations and Kanzashi Integration Expands to Hair SalonsSources

GMO Design One Co., Ltd. expanded the integration between Ekiten by GMO's online reservations and Pacific Porter’s Kanzashi reservation management system to hair salons and barbershops. The integration enables stylist-level booking management and synchronizes information across multiple reservation sites, helping prevent double bookings and reduce manual data entry. It is the second phase, following the April 2026 launch for esthetic, relaxation, and nail salons.

Notice of Summer HolidaySources

GMO Design One Co., Ltd. will be closed for its summer holiday from August 17 through August 21, 2026. Business will resume at 10:00 a.m. on August 24. The company apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates your understanding.

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Public records

GOV
National Tax Agency basic information3010401088283
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three itemsSources
Trade name
GMOデザインワン株式会社
Trade name (kana)
ジーエムオーデザインワン
Name in English
Corporation type
301
Address
〒160-0022 東京都新宿区新宿2丁目16番6号
Postal code
1600022
Prefecture code
13
City code
104
Address outside Japan
Prefecture in English
City in English
Address outside Japan in English
Corporate number assignment date
2015-10-05
Update date
2025-10-22
Change date
2025-10-14
Registry closure date
Reason for registry closure
Successor corporate number
Details of the change
Latest record
1
Excluded from search
0
Processing type
11
Correction type
0
Trade name image ID
Address image ID
Sequence number
1597563
METI gBizINFO3010401088283
Source: gBizINFO (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)Sources
Corporate number
3010401088283
Trade name
GMOデザインワン株式会社
Trade name (kana)
ジーエムオーデザインワン
Trade name (alphabet)
Registry closure date
Reason for registry closure
Registered address
東京都新宿区新宿2丁目16番6号
Postal code
1600022
Prefecture
東京都
Prefecture code
13
City or district
新宿区
City code
104
Street address
新宿2丁目16番6号
Organisation type
301
Processing type
11
Correction type
0
Status
Representative
代表取締役社長  高畠  靖雄
Capital
649422000
Employees
118
Employees (male)
48
Employees (female)
70
Business summary
Website URL
Year founded
Business category
G:情報通信業
Date established
Unified government qualification - grade
Unified government qualification - business items
Update date
2025-10-22
Key information
3010401088283
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