Monoco
Tokyo, JP · 2 known investors
MONOCO is a Japanese e-commerce site that sells curated design and lifestyle products—such as wellness gear, home goods, and gift items—that its buyers test for at least three weeks before adding to the catalog. It also offers corporate gifting services and presents each product with a background story for both personal purchases and gifts.
Founders & leadership
TK
Takehiro Kakiyama代表取締役社長 (President & CEO)
柿
柿山丈博代表取締役 (Representative Director / CEO)
Investors · 2
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries BMay 2026Source ↗
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Competitors · 3
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Monoco do?
- MONOCO is a Japanese e-commerce site that sells curated design and lifestyle products—such as wellness gear, home goods, and gift items—that its buyers test for at least three weeks before adding to the catalog. It also offers corporate gifting services and presents each product with a background story for both personal purchases and gifts.
- Who are Monoco's investors?
- Monoco's investors include KDDI Open Innovation Fund, Benchmark.
- Where is Monoco headquartered?
- Monoco is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.