㈱NearMe
Tokyo, JP · 5 known investors
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NearMe operates a shared shuttle service powered by proprietary AI that matches people with rides to reduce inefficient transportation and provide affordable, convenient mobility. The company positions this shuttle service as a "fourth public transportation option" to serve communities across Japan and address regional mobility challenges.
Founders & leadership
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Koichiro TakaharainCEOKoichiro Takahara spent over 20 years in business and IT operations management, including roles at SAP leading business transformation projects and at Rakuten overseeing logistics, M&A, and e-commerce operations, as well as serving as CEO of a French subsidiary. He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and founded NearMe in 2017 to develop AI-powered ride-sharing and shuttle services.
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Kenji HosodainCTO
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Naoyuki MatsukurainCFONaoyuki Matsukura led digital transformation initiatives across affiliate locations and managed sales operations before overseeing mergers and acquisitions in a corporate planning role at a prior organization.
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Taiki InoueinCMOTaiki Inoue worked as a media planner and integrated marketing communications producer at Hakuhodo before founding Freiheit, Inc., a creative production firm focused on regional branding and international cultural projects; he now serves as Chief Marketing Officer at NearMe, a mobility startup operating an AI-powered shared shuttle service in Japan.
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by search overlapKlook275 shared keywordsHong Kong- and Singapore-based online travel platform for booking tours, attractions, transport and accommodation worldwide.
Uber196 shared keywordsUber operates a multi-sided platform providing ride-sharing, food delivery, freight logistics, and business fleet management services across various global markets.
Welcome Pickups174 shared keywordsWelcome Pickups provides personal driver and airport transfer services connecting travelers with local drivers who offer rides along with local recommendations and guidance. It includes a rewards program that lets travelers earn back a percentage on their bookings.
Kkday166 shared keywordsTaiwanese online travel agency selling local tours, activities and attraction tickets, plus Rezio booking software for operators.
Ctrip (NASDAQ: TCOM）152 shared keywordsTrip.com is an international online travel service provider offering hotel and flight bookings across a network of over 1.7 million hotels and 600+ airlines, available in 24 languages and 35 currencies across 39 countries and regions. It provides multilingual customer support to travelers worldwide.
Getyourguide147 shared keywordsBerlin-based online marketplace where travelers book tours, attraction tickets and activities from third-party operators.
Blacklane140 shared keywordsBlacklane is a marketplace platform that connects users with premium professional driver services provided by independent local service providers, enabling guests to book transportation to specific destinations.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does ㈱NearMe do?
- NearMe operates a shared shuttle service powered by proprietary AI that matches people with rides to reduce inefficient transportation and provide affordable, convenient mobility. The company positions this shuttle service as a "fourth public transportation option" to serve communities across Japan and address regional mobility challenges.
- Who founded ㈱NearMe?
- ㈱NearMe was founded by Koichiro Takahara.
- Who are ㈱NearMe's investors?
- ㈱NearMe's investors include DBJ Capital, Global Brain, JIC Venture Growth Investments, Aozora Corporate Investment, Sumitomo Corporation.
- Where is ㈱NearMe headquartered?
- ㈱NearMe is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.