Creating social implementation use-cases of Cardano in the Shikoku region, Japan.

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Naoki Sakata

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Co proposers and Additional applicants

Co-creation DAO: info@kyosodao.io

Takamatsu City

NTT West Kagawa Branch :kagawa-local-bs@west.ntt.co.jp

Kotoden Group :y-manabe@kotoden.co.jp

Kotohira Bus :kusunoki@kotobus.com

Anabuki Collage:michiaki-nishio@a.anabuki-college.net

NPO ORGAN :

Scheme Verge：

Campfire :

Symons Co., Ltd.

Healthy Land: katsu@healthyolive.com, toshi_yagyu@healthyolive.com

Aruyaumu .inc :hatanakahiroaki@mail.alyawmu.com

Kittamu General Incorporated association

givcal. inc

Ikisuke

Haruki Iijima

Kan Suzuki

Kazuto Sakai

Haruyuki Seki

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

12

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

Yes

[GENERAL] Summarise your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Develop a major social implementation case study in Takamatsu City, Shikoku, using Cardano-based Dapps and DAOs to solve social problems in Japan, integrating real communities for impactful solutions.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

No

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs.

The project is created through co-creation with various stakeholders, including big entities. It is difficult to make our project completely open source, as there is a possibility that confidential information and other information of the stakeholders may be included in the product that our project provides.

However, we would like to develop as much as possible open source and publish it on GitHub.

[METADATA] SDG rating

>> SDG SELECTION:

• SDG goals:
• Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable

• SDG subgoals:
• Support positive economic, social and environmental links between urban, peri-urban and rural areas by strengthening national and regional development planning

• Key Performance Indicator (KPI):
• Number of countries that have national urban policies or regional development plans that (a) respond to population dynamics; (b) ensure balanced territorial development; and (c) increase local fiscal space

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[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

日本語はこちら

【Background】

Japan boasts a rich and beautiful culture, tradition, and natural environment. However, due to a declining and aging population and changing lifestyles, not only is the economy deteriorating, but maintaining social services and infrastructure is becoming increasingly difficult. The local communities, which have sustained these cultural and traditional treasures, are on the brink of collapse. This threatens the preservation of Japan's unique heritage and the sustainability of social services, reducing individual happiness and causing a loss of what can be a global pride, presenting a significant problem for the nation and the world.

In response, recognizing the potential of Web3 and DAOs, the Japanese government has revised laws to facilitate the creation of DAOs, allocated budgets, and made this a priority policy to address these social issues ahead of other countries. With such official endorsement and promotion, large corporations and local governments are expected to increasingly enter the Web3 market, rapidly expanding it in various forms. The legal revisions for DAO formation are particularly attracting global attention for their potential.

However, Cardano lacks significant social implementation use cases in Japan beyond Web3 games, NFTs, and Dapps. Without an impactful social implementation use case in Japan, it will be challenging to capture the Japanese market and, through Japan, the global market. Therefore, we aim to solve regional issues in Japan, starting with Takamatsu City, and collaborate with NTT West Japan Kagawa Branch, Kotoden Group, Kotohira Bus, Shodoshima Healthy Land Corporation, Anabuki Gakuen, and other well-established companies in Kagawa. We will also work with lawyers and experts who have led legal revisions and Web3-related policies for DAO formation. Together, we will create products, platforms, and DAOs for regional problem-solving and revitalization using Dapps and DAO knowledge on Cardano, ahead of other regions, companies, and DAOs.

We will work to revitalize community activities in Shikoku, build social services needed in an aging society, and conduct demonstration experiments at real events. By solving regional issues through the cooperation of local residents and related populations, we aim to make this a project that forms the basis of Japan's Web3, eventually linking up with the Japanese government and Japan DAO Association, with whom we already have strong connections. Through these efforts, we believe that the use of Cardano's Dapps, blockchain, and ADA will expand, leading to market share acquisition.

【Our Approach】

To achieve these goals, we will utilize both digital tools powered by Web3 technology and human networks/communities. While Cardano boasts excellent infrastructure and Dapps, expanding them into real-world applications requires user knowledge and interest. Additionally, without a certain number of users, the convenience of the tools does not improve, and they remain unused. Therefore, a system that ensures a minimum number of users is necessary.

We will onboard local community leaders who are already engaged in regional revitalization efforts, gather their input to create tools using Cardano Dapps, and build a system for appropriate use by local residents. We will then approach our goals using the DAO organizational structure to involve:

1. Residents who are not participating in local community activities.
2. People who are not physically present in the local area but have a connection to it.
3. 
   

Our approach includes the following steps:

Step 1: To avoid the digital divide, onboard local leaders who are already working hard to revitalize the area to teach residents the advantages and usage of Web3, Discord, and apps, and create an online network (Discord/DAO).

Step 2: Highlight various initiatives led by leaders in different regions of Shikoku on the same media platform. Organize the "NEO Shikoku 88 Temples Festival" where tourists visiting the Setouchi region can experience these community efforts during one trip, created collaboratively by local leaders (based on the 20-year-old “Onpaku” real community model in Japan).

Step 3: Onboard more community members to the DAO through local leaders, creating various Cardano-based DAOs autonomously in Shikoku.

Step 4: While revitalizing the region, simultaneously conduct multiple business demonstration experiments using applications we provide during the festival in Step 2 and within the DAOs created in Step 3. This will embed a cooperative network using Cardano infrastructure, including DID, NFT, and tokens, in the region. To ensure the ease of use of Cardano, we will build in-app wallets to simplify Cardano-based app usage and incorporate DID from Cardano into apps that many people already use. This will create a seamless path for users to join DAOs and applications, with local leaders teaching residents how to use Discord and these applications.

【What We Will Develop】

DAO (Co-Create DAO)

  We will establish a DAO on Cardano to advance this project. This DAO will connect local leaders, developers, intermediary organizations, municipalities, and sponsoring companies (Collaborative DAO).

  This DAO will include team members who were involved in drafting the DAO legislation, as well as members who have made significant achievements in Japan's NFT, Web3, Web2 industries, and regional revitalization fields. It will serve as a hub for various DAOs being created across Japan, organizing events for regional revitalization and collaboration, and developing necessary tools for these DAOs.

  The DAO will also provide consulting services to support the activities of new DAOs being created across Japan, assisting in the establishment of DAOs for new regions and companies.

  In the next year, we will:

1. Develop a regional information media platfor
2. Create applications for mutual ai
3. Develop and localize Discord Bots for managing regional and company-specific DAOs, and set up Discor
4. Provide consulting services for DAO constructio
5. Launch DAOs for specific regions and companie

  Additionally, the DAO will generate revenue through the sale and transaction fees of data collected from various DAOs, the development and construction of DAOs for governments and companies, and consulting services, aiming to be a sustainable central hub for all DAOs.

Decentralized Tourism and Regional Information Media

  Collaborative DAO members will use NFT-based login authentication to freely upload regional event information on a media platform.

  We will create this media platform in collaboration with NPO "ORGAN," which has successfully conducted various regional revitalization events ("Onpaku") across Japan. We will use the platform to host the "Shikoku 88 Temples Festival," creating use cases and promoting the implementation of Cardano NFTs in the region.

  Additionally, if the proposal to Fund12 for Ticket Me is approved, we will provide a ticket issuance service for various regional tourism events during the project's execution period.

Mutual Assistance Application

An application designed to match people in need within the community with those who can offer help, incentivizing mutual assistance activities through tokens. This application aims to supplement regional social services through private mutual aid.

We will develop features to display events happening in the community, locations where mutual aid for child-rearing can be received, and places where community members gather, all within the app. By utilizing the geospatial data platform maintained by Takamatsu City (a map API that can integrate map information into the app), we can explore data integration possibilities with the various information available on the geospatial data platform. This will enhance the precision of mutual aid matching and provide a constant "place" to ensure the safety of interactions with unfamiliar individuals.

Additionally, those who assist with local issues will have their mutual aid activities recorded on their DID (Decentralized Identifier). This record will help in building a local trust score that can be integrated with Fintech services in the future. We aim to monetize by facilitating the sale of data extracted from these activities, redistributing the revenue to local residents participating in mutual aid and the DAO for regional revitalization. This approach will foster a self-sustaining, decentralized spread of mutual aid within the community.

NEO Shikoku 88 Temples Festival

An event where tourists can experience regional revitalization initiatives being undertaken in Shikoku all at once within a specified period. This festival will serve as a use case for applications and platforms developed in steps 1-3, as well as a venue for spreading these tools and conducting demonstration experiments.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

Background

The Japanese government is actively promoting DAO and Web3 technologies. In response, on April 22, 2024, Japan became the first country to legally establish DAOs as formal organizations.

Qualitative Aspects

In this context, we have established Japan’s first LLC-type DAO organization using Cardano's governance technology in Shikoku (Collaborative DAO). This DAO collaborates with major organizations, such as Takamatsu City, NTT West Japan Kagawa Branch, Kotoden Group, Kotohira Bus, Shodoshima Healthy Land Corporation, Anabuki Gakuen, and Scheme Verge, the developer of the official app for the Setouchi Triennale, Japan's largest art festival. The initiative aims to spread Cardano-based DAO organizations throughout Shikoku in collaboration with local businesses and leaders for regional revitalization.

This project, involving a wide range of stakeholders including government bodies, large corporations, private businesses, and community leaders in a collaborative form, is the first of its kind in Japan, not just within the Cardano community. The social implementation of DAOs, platforms, and applications adopting Cardano by various stakeholders holds significant importance. It will publicize Cardano among businesses and government entities, contributing to the broader adoption of blockchain technology in Japan.

Quantitative Aspects

The following points highlight the significance of this project in increasing Cardano transactions:

1. The emergence of DAOs using Cardano across different regions will increase token transactions and governance activities within each DAO.
2. The mutual aid applications will utilize Cardano technology, starting with a pilot in Takamatsu (currently with a population of approximately 450,000) this year, followed by further pilots within DAO-related businesses and communities in Shikoku. This will ensure active users of Cardano as the platform will be used for everyday problem-solving.
3. The Setouchi region, which attracts over 3 million tourists annually, will host events like the Setouchi Triennale (which attracted 1.5 million visitors even during the pandemic), and Scheme Verge, the developer of its official app, will conduct joint DID/VC pilot tests using Cardano. By incorporating DID into apps used by tourists, we can link these related populations to Cardano’s DID and VC in the future.

Impact

This project represents a significant milestone in the social implementation of Cardano in Japan, with both qualitative and quantitative impacts. Its success could pave the way for the adoption of Cardano across Japan, having a profound influence on the overall Cardano ecosystem.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Our Collaborative Approach

The events, applications, and web platforms developed through our project will be co-created by individuals and companies who have already made significant contributions in the field of regional revitalization, based on their respective areas of expertise and what they can provide.

Key Collaborators and Their Contributions:

• Takamatsu City: With a population of approximately 420,000, Takamatsu City will contribute to utilizing geospatial data for the application map.
• NTT West Japan Kagawa Branch: A subsidiary of Japan’s largest telephone company, NTT Group, will collaborate on DAO and event projects.
• Kotoden Group and Kotohira Bus: Providers of transportation infrastructure in Kagawa will assist with the utility of project-issued tokens, project promotion, and event organization.
• Shodoshima Healthy Land Corporation: Engaged in developing 90,000 tsubo (approximately 30 hectares) of land on Shodoshima Island, contributing to regional development.
• Anabuki Gakuen: A school with thousands of students will be involved in educational initiatives.
• Kan Suzuki: Former Vice Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, advisor to many municipalities, and a board member of the Setouchi Triennale's Fukutake Foundation, will offer his expertise and guidance.
• Campfire: Japan’s largest crowdfunding platform will assist in securing necessary funds for various collaborations.

For the operation of DAOs and onboarding of communities through application demonstration experiments, we will collaborate mainly with:

• NPO ORGAN: An organization with numerous communities.
• Campfire: A crowdfunding platform.

Additionally, we will engage community managers and NFT issuers who have successfully run large Ethereum-based communities and have played significant roles in the Catalyst and Cardano communities.

By leveraging the expertise and perspectives from these accomplished fields, we aim to refine and promote our products and platforms using Web3 technology, making this project highly feasible.

Please see the following for detailed accomplishments of each collaborator.

Naoki Sakata

Hopin Co., Ltd., Co-Creation DAO, Rule Makers DAO

Career:

• 2019: As Executive Director and Secretary-General of AIESEC Japan, implemented approximately 400 SDGs promotion projects through international internships in one year. Participated as a steering committee member in the launch of the next-generation SDGs promotion platform under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• 2020: Withdrew from Kobe University’s Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Founded Peace Co., Ltd. and became the CEO.

Achievements:

• Conducted a demonstration experiment of 'civicship,' an automatic volunteer activity recording system, with NPO Himeji YMCA and other public foundations, visualizing approximately 150 sessions and 4000 hours of mutual assistance.
• Strengthened the management base for the DX of the Setouchi YMCA Public Interest Foundation, reducing existing work hours by 2%. Promoting DX using generative AI and other technologies.
• Participated as a lecturer in the digital talent development project "Introduction to Digital Creating the Future" held as part of Gifu City's "Women's Learning and Work Support Project," lecturing on DX and UX design.
• Provided UX/UI design and technical support for policy proposal DAOs, hometown tax-type crowdfunding, and evidence-based policy-making platforms.
• Conducted PoC for maximizing the LTV of members at 24-hour gym ANYTIME FITNESS, visualizing risks of cancellation and congestion status by linking entrance/exit systems and security camera footage with proprietary AI, and automating customer service via LINE mini-apps and bots.

Co-Creation DAO

• Website
• Discord

Established on April 22, 2024, as Japan’s first joint-stock company type DAO organization recognized under the new DAO legislation. This DAO comprises over 120 stakeholders, including members who contributed to the establishment of the DAO law from Rule Makers DAO, administrative members, local community leaders, companies with achievements in regional revitalization, Web3 development companies working to promote Web3 in Japan, and students.

NTT West Kagawa Branch

• Website

NTT West Japan's main business activities include regional telecommunications services in the western Japan area, ancillary services related to regional telecommunications, other necessary services to achieve the company's objectives, and telecommunications services and other businesses utilizing the equipment, technology, or employees involved in regional telecommunications and ancillary services in the western Japan area.

At the Kagawa Branch, in addition to its role as a social infrastructure ensuring communication networks for regional revitalization and disaster response, it contributes to the sustainable development of the region by leveraging cutting-edge ICT technologies such as the metaverse, AR/XR, and Web3.0.

Takamatsu City

• Website

Takamatsu City, with a population of approximately 420,000 and an area of about 376 km², boasts a rich living environment that includes a bustling city center and tranquil rural areas. The city is blessed with abundant natural beauty, facing the serene Seto Inland Sea with its many islands and extending south to the border of Tokushima Prefecture, encompassing seas, mountains, and rivers.

Takamatsu City is committed to promoting urban digitalization, striving to improve administrative services and enhance citizens' quality of life through the use of ICT. The city is working towards realizing a smart city by developing digital infrastructure, including the construction of a geospatial data platform as part of projects adopted under the Digital Rural City State Concept Promotion Grant (TYPE3). Additionally, the city is fostering collaboration with various regional stakeholders across multiple fields to promote the use of the geospatial data platform, aiming to create high-quality services.

Kotoden Group

• Website

Kotoden Group (Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railroad Co., Ltd.) is a transportation operator based in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, and a major public transportation provider in the region. The Kotoden Group has an annual sales volume of approximately 15 billion yen and operates a wide range of businesses, including railway, bus, real estate, and tourism. In the railway business, they operate three lines: Kotohira Line, Nagao Line, and Shido Line, playing a vital role in commuting and school transportation for local residents. The bus business complements the regional transportation network by operating city and intercity routes. The real estate business involves station area development and leasing, contributing to urban development. The tourism business plans tours and operates tourist facilities using local tourism resources, promoting regional tourism.

Yuri Kuriyama

CEO of Community Plus / Intersect Japan Hub / Co-Founder of Collaborative DAO

[LinkedIn]

Secured funding from Catalyst Fund 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 to execute various projects. Former producer of children's programs such as "Oha Suta" and "Pokémon" at Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions. Leveraged experience in producing to excel in corporate promotions. Has been involved in the blockchain industry since 2019, serving as Japan Market Head for JPG Store. Dedicated to promoting Cardano in the Japanese market through CNFTs.

Kotaro Motoshima:

Rule Makers DAO / Japan DAO Association / Co-Founder of Collaborative DAO

[LinkedIn]

[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005443297293)

Background:

• Lawyer
• Mori Hamada & Matsumoto, one of the largest law firms in Japan
• Specialized in governance design for implementing distributed identity solutions and creating legally compliant business flows and UI/UX designs based on personal information laws.

Detailed Background:

• 2017: Graduated from the University of Tokyo Faculty of Law and entered the University of Tokyo Law School.
• 2019: Withdrew from the law school and founded zingzing, a general incorporated association.
• 2020: Registered as a lawyer and joined Mori Hamada & Matsumoto. Also began working as a social coordinator.
• 2022: Seconded to Daiichi Sankyo Co.
• 2023: Joined the board of RuleMakersDAO.

Specialties:

Has experience in startups, technology (FinTech, web3, metaverse, data/personal information/AI, medical/pharmaceutical/biotech, R&D in general), and China. Provides legal support from both the startup/researcher side and the VC/larger company side, incorporating business consulting perspectives. Also involved in children's rights (including online counseling by lawyers), refugee support, and legal education.

Other Activities:

Involved in RuleMakersDAO, which provides policy proposals on social issues from a legal perspective through the Diet Members' Caucus. The "Nomad Visa" was included in the government's basic policy in 2023.

Yuki Oishi: Cardano Ambassador / Certified Public Accountant

[Twitter]

Qualified as a Certified Public Accountant in 2020 and has extensive knowledge of various technical aspects of Cardano since becoming a Cardano Ambassador in 2019. Provides advice on creating tax and accounting systems utilizing these strengths.

Ikisuke

[Twitter]

Has led popular NFT projects and DAO communities in Japan as a community manager.

Kan Suzuki:

Professor at Tokyo University of Public Policy / Specially Appointed Professor at Keio SFC

[Facebook]

Graduated from Hitotsubashi University Faculty of Law and entered the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology as a bureaucrat. Later served as a member of the House of Councillors and Deputy Minister of Education, making significant contributions in education and science and technology policy. Focuses on education reform and promoting digital education. Founded the educational NPO "Atarashii Kyōiku no Kai" and is actively involved in social contribution activities. His research focuses on enhancing the transparency of policy-making processes and the effective implementation of public policies, disseminating knowledge through numerous books and papers. Serves as Chief Educational Officer for N High School and S High School, which have about 30,000 students, integrating with cutting-edge areas including the web3 domain.

Itto Sakai

[Facebook]

Supports the autonomous activities of Collaborative DAO members through mentoring and cross-community coordination. Played a role in the Culture and Tourism High Added Value Research Team commissioned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs in 2020, conducting interviews and workshops with individuals involved in culture, tourism, and community development across Japan. Also served as a communication manager for the Tourism Agency's project promoting tourism town development using historical resources in fiscal year 2022.

Kotoden Group

[Website](https://www.kotoden.co.jp/)

Kotoden Group (Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railway Co., Ltd., Kotoden Bus Co., Ltd.) is a transportation company based in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, serving as a major public transportation provider in the region. Engages in a wide range of businesses, including railway, bus, taxi, real estate, and tourism. Operates three railway lines with 53 stations, playing a vital role in local commuting and tourism. Complements the regional transportation network with bus services, including local and tourist buses. Contributes to urban development through real estate activities, such as operating station buildings, parking lots, and developing and leasing areas around stations.

Kotohira Bus

[Website](https://www.kotobus.com/)

Kotohira Bus, based in Kagawa Prefecture, is a community-oriented bus company offering extensive services throughout the Shikoku region. Primarily focused on the tourism bus business, it significantly contributes to the regional economy, providing diverse transportation means, including tours around Shikoku and limousine bus services to Takamatsu Airport. Serves as a vital public transportation provider for local residents and aids regional revitalization through tourist attraction. Emphasizes social responsibility by introducing eco-friendly buses and ensuring thorough employee training for safe operations. Has been recognized for its close ties to the local community, transporting numerous tourists and participating in regional events.

Campfire

[Website](https://camp-fire.jp/)

Founded in 2011, CAMPFIRE Inc. operates a crowdfunding platform and has grown into Japan's largest crowdfunding platform under the leadership of CEO Kazuma Ieiri. The company offers a variety of services, including purchase-based crowdfunding, lending-based crowdfunding, and the subscription-based community platform "CAMPFIRE Community." It also provides region-specific crowdfunding services "CAMPFIRE×LOCAL" and the friend-funding app "polca." Since its launch, CAMPFIRE has exceeded 40 billion yen in transaction volume and over 4.6 million backers. In 2023, the company raised 1.06 billion yen, bringing its total funding to 8.72 billion yen. Additionally, it supports projects tackling social issues through "GoodMorning" and sustainable creator funding through "CAMPFIRE Fan Club," contributing to the revitalization of regions and industries.

Scheme Verge

[Website](https://www.schemeverge.com/)

Founded in 2015, scheme verge Inc. is an urban engineering company with the goal of "reinventing cities." The company designs, develops, and provides solutions for cities and transportation, particularly offering the "Horai" app for itinerary search and sea taxi reservations at tourist destinations. Its business scope includes urban regeneration, revitalizing shopping streets and tourist areas, and creating destinations on remote islands. Provides platforms that enable regional businesses to collect customer data and perform effective marketing based on that data. Utilizes data to enhance consumer experiences in the region and promote regional revitalization. Achievements include joint projects with Shimizu Corporation and implementing town development DX services at Takamatsu Airport, contributing to sustainable regional development. Has raised over 220 million yen through multiple funding rounds to continue expanding its business.

Symons Co., Ltd.

(https://www.symons.co.jp/top.php)

Symons operates the common point system "Symons Point." Aiming for regional revitalization and social contribution, the company provides database marketing and tourism CRM applications. For example, it can formulate marketing strategies by utilizing tourist behavior data. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, the company has promoted regional consumption through its point system, contributing to regional revitalization. It also works on creating sustainable community money by redirecting unused points to fund local activities.

Shodoshima Healthy Land Corporation

[Website](https://shl-olive.co.jp/company/)

Owns "Olive Forest," a farm on Shodoshima Island, and is involved in olive cultivation and product development. Engages in social contribution through olives, promoting local revitalization projects such as the "Millennium Olive Terrace," which offers wellness gardens and retreat spas, providing healing and health to visitors. Also runs the "Maze Town Art Project," which integrates local culture and art to attract tourists and showcase regional charm. Supports island life with businesses like LPG sales and food and beverage sales.

Alyawmu Inc.

[Website](https://alyawmu.com/)

Alyawmu Inc. combines regional revitalization and NFT (non-fungible token) business. Projects include combining hometown tax payments with NFTs, tourism with NFTs, and a community support team DAO, aiming to promote regional charm using digital technology and create continuously supported communities. Has successfully raised a total of 117 million yen through multiple funding rounds. Promotes regional revitalization using NFTs, partnering with municipalities such as Yoichi Town in Hokkaido, Taishi Town in Osaka, and Tottori City in Tottori Prefecture. The hometown tax NFT project contributes to increasing municipal tax revenues by offering NFTs as return gifts. Aims to solve regional issues like population decline and aging through new tourism industries leveraging regional culture and resources and building digital communities, supporting sustainable regional development by connecting digital technology with local communities.

Anabuki Gakuen

Website

Anabuki Gakuen operates vocational schools based in Kagawa Prefecture, offering specialized education in various fields. Programs include healthcare, welfare, IT, business, and creative fields, providing practical curricula to cultivate immediate workforce-ready personnel. Recently, it has focused on Web3 technology, blockchain, NFTs, and decentralized applications (dApps), offering students opportunities to learn the latest technological trends and acquire skills for the digital economy. Provides real-world experience through industry-academia collaboration projects and internships, promoting sustainable education in partnership with local communities.

General Incorporated Association Kittamu & Givcal Inc.

Website Co-founded by Masaru Harada, involved in regional revitalization using blockchain in Yoshinogawa City, Tokushima Prefecture. Strongly connected with the Cardano blockchain, has a strong local community, and engages in projects like traditional house renovation.

HLD Lab Inc.

Website

Daishiro Okada's Facebook

Former President & COO of Square Enix, Inc. in the USA, and currently the President & CEO of HLD Lab Inc. Also serves as the Vice President of the General Incorporated Association Facility Office Service Consortium (FOSC), a director of the Japan Life Shift Association, a director of the Japan Game Culture Association, and the Chairman of the Japan Artist Aid Association.

[Project Milestones] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestone 1: 2024/07~2024/08

Market and Technology Research and Onboarding

In Milestone 1, we will produce the following deliverables:

• Literature Review
• Market Analysis
• Competitor Analysis
• Research Paper including Stakeholder Interviews
• Onboarding of Community Leaders

To deliver these outputs, we will conduct the following activities:

1. Literature Review: Review existing literature to deepen our understanding.
2. Market Analysis: Evaluate demand and identify market gaps.
3. Competitor Analysis: Assess similar products from competitors and identify differentiation factors and opportunities.
4. Stakeholder Interviews: Conduct interviews with key stakeholders, recording their insights including their names, roles, and reasons for selection.
5. Research Paper Creation: Compile insights from the above activities into a comprehensive research paper.
6. Onboarding: Participate in and host events and prepare event implementation reports.

Acceptance Criteria

The deliverables will be considered "accepted" if they meet the following criteria:

• Research Paper including Literature Review, Market Analysis, Competitor Analysis, and Stakeholder Interviews.
• Literature Review: Thorough and includes appropriate citations.
• Market Analysis: Includes market research on the community situation in Takamatsu and tourism in Setouchi.
• Competitor Analysis: Analyzes businesses providing tools and consulting for DAOs aimed at regional revitalization.
• Stakeholder Interviews: Records the names (or initials), interview dates, and summaries of the interviews.
• Documentation: All submitted documents must include the above elements and be saved on Google Drive or Notion with publicly accessible links.
• Onboarding: Create reports on events attended and hosted, listing the companies and communities that joined the DAO.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

To prove the completion of the milestone, we will submit the following:

• Documents: A progress list including the literature review, market analysis, competitor analysis, stakeholder interviews, and onboarding.

Milestone 2: 2024/08~2024/10

Development of a Website for Sharing Regional Events and Revitalization Projects

UI/UX Research for the Mutual Assistance Application

Preparation and Briefing Sessions for the Regional Co-Creation Event (Neo Shikoku 88 Festival)

In Milestone 2, we will produce the following deliverables:

• A web platform for sharing regional events and revitalization projects
• A user research prototype for the mutual assistance application
• Briefing sessions for the regional co-creation event and corresponding reports

To deliver these outputs, we will conduct the following activities:

Website Development and Cardano Wallet Connector:

• Build a website to share regional events and revitalization projects.
• Integrate a Cardano wallet connector.

UI/UX Design Prototype for Mutual Assistance Application:

• Create a prototype for user research that facilitates sharing problems and matching helpers.

Preparation for Co-Creation Event Briefing Sessions:

• Gather businesses from all over Shikoku that offer initiatives and experiences in 88 attractive regions.
• Conduct briefing sessions and onboarding activities simultaneously.

Execution of Briefing Sessions for the Regional Co-Creation Event:

• Hold briefing sessions to prepare for the regional co-creation event.

Creation of Event Reports:

• Compile reports on the conducted briefing sessions.

Acceptance Criteria

The deliverables will be considered "accepted" if they meet the following criteria:

• Web Platform for Sharing Regional Events and Revitalization Projects:
• The platform is completed and publicly accessible.

• Prototype for the Mutual Assistance Application:
• The prototype is completed and available for public interaction.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

To prove the completion of the milestone, we will submit the following:

• Web Platform for Sharing Regional Events and Revitalization Projects:
• The platform must be accessible, and the URL must be publicly shared.

  

• Prototype for the Mutual Assistance Application:
• The prototype must be available for public interaction and shared with the community.

Milestone 3: 2024/10~2024/12

Implementation of Regional Revitalization Event Mutual Assistance Application UI/UX Design

In Milestone 3, we will produce the following deliverables:

• Implementation of the Shikoku 88 Festival and an event report
• Feedback on the mutual assistance application UI/UX and a redesign considerations document
• Finalized UI/UX design in Figma
• 
  

To deliver these outputs, we will conduct the following activities:

Implementation of the Shikoku 88 Festival:

• Execute the Shikoku 88 Festival event.

Event Report Documentation:

• Compile a report documenting the event.

Collecting and Analyzing UI/UX Feedback:

• Gather and compile user feedback on the mutual assistance application UI/UX.
• Create a redesign considerations document based on the feedback.

UI/UX Design in Figma:

• Redesign the UI/UX in Figma.
• Create a walkthrough video of the final design in Figma.

Acceptance Criteria

The deliverables will be considered "accepted" if they meet the following criteria:

Event Report:

• The event report for the Shikoku 88 Festival is published on Google Docs and made publicly accessible.

UI/UX Design in Figma:

• The UI/UX design in Figma is complete and ready for handoff to the front-end and back-end development teams for implementation.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

To prove the completion of the milestone, we will submit the following:

Shikoku 88 Festival Event Report:

• The event report is published on Google Docs and accessible to community members.

Figma Walkthrough Video:

• The walkthrough video of the application design in Figma is published and accessible to community members.

Milestone 4: 2024/12~2025/1

Back-End Development

In Milestone 4, we will produce the following deliverables:

• Back-End Development
• Blockchain Development
• Unit Testing
• Manual Testing
• Bug Fixes
• Demo Video

To deliver these outputs, we will conduct the following activities:

1. Back-End Development:

• Develop the back end of the application.

1. Blockchain Development:

• Develop the blockchain components.

1. Unit Testing:

• Perform unit tests on the developed components.

1. Manual Testing:

• Conduct manual testing to ensure functionality.

1. Bug Fixes:

• Identify and fix bugs.

1. Demo Video Creation:

• Create a demo video showcasing the application.

Acceptance Criteria

The deliverables will be considered "accepted" if they meet the following criteria:

• Demo Video:
• The demo video of the application is published on YouTube and is freely accessible to the community.
• Code Release:
• The publicly shareable portions of the code are made available to the community on GitHub.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

To prove the completion of the milestone, we will submit the following:

• YouTube Demo Video:
• The demo video is publicly available on YouTube and accessible to the community.
• GitHub Code Release:
• The publicly shareable portions of the code are released to the community on GitHub.

Milestone 5: 2025/2~2025/3

Front-End Development

In Milestone 5, we will produce the following deliverables:

• Front-End Development
• Sharing of a Demo Video

To deliver these outputs, we will conduct the following activities:

1. Sprint Planning:

• Create tickets using specifications and assign story points.

1. Front-End Development:

• Develop the front end of the application.

1. Sharing the Demo Video:

• Share the demo video of the application.

Acceptance Criteria

The deliverables will be considered "accepted" if they meet the following criteria:

• Demo Video:The demo video of the application is published on YouTube and is freely accessible to the community.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

To prove the completion of the milestone, we will submit the following:

• YouTube Demo Video:　The demo video is publicly available on YouTube and accessible to the community.

Final Milestone: April 2025 ~ July 2025

Demonstration Experiment in Takamatsu City and Close Out

In the final milestone, we will produce the following deliverables:

• User onboarding in Takamatsu City and Kagawa Prefecture islands
• Event hosting
• Bug fixes
• Reports on the demonstration experiment, user feedback, and usage statistics
• Close-out report
• Close-out video

To deliver these outputs, we will conduct the following activities:

1. Marketing for User Onboarding:

• Promote the application to onboard users.

1. Demonstration Experiment:

• Conduct the demonstration experiment.

1. Event Hosting:

• Host events related to the demonstration experiment.

1. User Acceptance Testing:

• Conduct tests with users to ensure functionality.

1. Bug Fixes:

• Fix any bugs that arise during testing.

1. User Feedback Analysis:

• Analyze feedback from users.

1. Demonstration Experiment Report Creation:

• Compile a report on the demonstration experiment.

1. Stakeholder Interviews and Analysis:

• Interview stakeholders and analyze their insights.

1. Close-Out Report Creation:

• Create the final close-out report.

1. Close-Out Video Creation:

• Produce a close-out video showcasing the project.
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Acceptance Criteria

The deliverables will be considered "accepted" if they meet the following criteria:

• Close-Out Report:
• The report meets the above criteria and is made publicly available to the community on Google Docs or Notion.
• Close-Out Video:
• The video is created and made publicly available to the community on YouTube.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

To prove the completion of the milestone, we will submit the following:

• Google Document or Notion Report:
• The report is publicly available and accessible to the community.
• Close-Out Video:
• The video is published on YouTube and accessible to the community.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Team Members

Naoki Sakata (Wahei): Collaborative DAO

• Overall management, PM, product design
• Collaborative DAO: Onboarding, overall planning, and governance
• NPO ORGAN: Direction of the Shikoku 88 Temples Festival and onboarding of regional leaders

Takamatsu City

• Advisory on using Takamatsu's geospatial data platform in mutual aid applications and joint demonstration experiments utilizing digital maps through mutual aid applications

NTT West Japan Kagawa Branch

• Collaboration in events utilizing DAO for projects such as sustainable regional revitalization on Ogijima Island, Takamatsu City
• Joint demonstration experiments using Collaborative DAO applications and DAO

Yuri Kuriyama: CEO of Community Plus / Intersect Japan Hub / Co-Founder of Collaborative DAO

• Overall coordination

Kotaro Motoshima: Rule Makers DAO / Japan DAO Association / Co-Founder of Collaborative DAO

• Legal and BizDev

Yuki Oishi: Cardano Ambassador / Certified Public Accountant

• Provides advice on tax and accounting systems, leveraging knowledge as a Cardano Ambassador and Certified Public Accountant since 2020

Ikisuke

• Community Manager: Led NFT projects and DAO communities in Japan
• Also an engineer designing and developing Discord, contributing to both aspects in this project

Haruki Iijima

• Community Manager, Wallet Development, Web3 Development

Kan Suzuki: Professor at the University of Tokyo Public Policy Graduate School / Specially Appointed Professor at Keio SFC

• Overall advisor

Itto Sakai

• Mentoring to support the autonomous activities of Collaborative DAO members and cross-community coordination

Kotoden Group

• Provision of facilities and services that can be used with tokens in the mutual aid application, joint demonstration experiments, and marketing for event awareness

Kotohira Bus

• Transportation of tourists during events and marketing for event awareness

Campfire

• Community onboarding and cooperation for mutual aid application demonstration experiments

Scheme Verge

• Cooperation in DID demonstration experiments and onboarding companies interested in creating communities (DAOs)

Symons

Utility provider onboarding and mutual aid app demonstrations Municipal onboarding and data-related project advisory

Shodoshima Healthy Land Corporation

• Event cooperation and mutual aid application demonstration experiments

Alyawmu Inc.

• Onboarding municipalities and advisory on the hometown tax function

Anabuki Gakuen

• Onboarding students for event and application demonstration experiments, onboarding to DAO, and provision of facilities

General Incorporated Association Kittamu & Givcal Inc.

• Onboarding regional leaders and bridging regional leaders with the Web3 team

HLD Lab Inc.

• Onboarding municipalities and companies interested in using DAO

Naoki Sakata

Hopin Co., Ltd., Co-Creation DAO, Rule Makers DAO

Career:

• 2019: As Executive Director and Secretary-General of AIESEC Japan, implemented approximately 400 SDGs promotion projects through international internships in one year. Participated as a steering committee member in the launch of the next-generation SDGs promotion platform under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• 2020: Withdrew from Kobe University’s Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Founded Peace Co., Ltd. and became the CEO.

Achievements:

• Conducted a demonstration experiment of 'civicship,' an automatic volunteer activity recording system, with NPO Himeji YMCA and other public foundations, visualizing approximately 150 sessions and 4000 hours of mutual assistance.
• Strengthened the management base for the DX of the Setouchi YMCA Public Interest Foundation, reducing existing work hours by 2%. Promoting DX using generative AI and other technologies.
• Participated as a lecturer in the digital talent development project "Introduction to Digital Creating the Future" held as part of Gifu City's "Women's Learning and Work Support Project," lecturing on DX and UX design.
• Provided UX/UI design and technical support for policy proposal DAOs, hometown tax-type crowdfunding, and evidence-based policy-making platforms.
• Conducted PoC for maximizing the LTV of members at 24-hour gym ANYTIME FITNESS, visualizing risks of cancellation and congestion status by linking entrance/exit systems and security camera footage with proprietary AI, and automating customer service via LINE mini-apps and bots.

Co-Creation DAO

• Website
• Discord

Established on April 22, 2024, as Japan’s first joint-stock company type DAO organization recognized under the new DAO legislation. This DAO comprises over 120 stakeholders, including members who contributed to the establishment of the DAO law from Rule Makers DAO, administrative members, local community leaders, companies with achievements in regional revitalization, Web3 development companies working to promote Web3 in Japan, and students.

NTT West Kagawa Branch

• Website

NTT West Japan's main business activities include regional telecommunications services in the western Japan area, ancillary services related to regional telecommunications, other necessary services to achieve the company's objectives, and telecommunications services and other businesses utilizing the equipment, technology, or employees involved in regional telecommunications and ancillary services in the western Japan area.

At the Kagawa Branch, in addition to its role as a social infrastructure ensuring communication networks for regional revitalization and disaster response, it contributes to the sustainable development of the region by leveraging cutting-edge ICT technologies such as the metaverse, AR/XR, and Web3.0.

Takamatsu City

• Website

Takamatsu City, with a population of approximately 420,000 and an area of about 376 km², boasts a rich living environment that includes a bustling city center and tranquil rural areas. The city is blessed with abundant natural beauty, facing the serene Seto Inland Sea with its many islands and extending south to the border of Tokushima Prefecture, encompassing seas, mountains, and rivers.

Takamatsu City is committed to promoting urban digitalization, striving to improve administrative services and enhance citizens' quality of life through the use of ICT. The city is working towards realizing a smart city by developing digital infrastructure, including the construction of a geospatial data platform as part of projects adopted under the Digital Rural City State Concept Promotion Grant (TYPE3). Additionally, the city is fostering collaboration with various regional stakeholders across multiple fields to promote the use of the geospatial data platform, aiming to create high-quality services.

Kotoden Group

• Website

Kotoden Group (Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railroad Co., Ltd.) is a transportation operator based in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, and a major public transportation provider in the region. The Kotoden Group has an annual sales volume of approximately 15 billion yen and operates a wide range of businesses, including railway, bus, real estate, and tourism. In the railway business, they operate three lines: Kotohira Line, Nagao Line, and Shido Line, playing a vital role in commuting and school transportation for local residents. The bus business complements the regional transportation network by operating city and intercity routes. The real estate business involves station area development and leasing, contributing to urban development. The tourism business plans tours and operates tourist facilities using local tourism resources, promoting regional tourism.

Yuri Kuriyama

CEO of Community Plus / Intersect Japan Hub / Co-Founder of Collaborative DAO

[LinkedIn]

Secured funding from Catalyst Fund 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 to execute various projects. Former producer of children's programs such as "Oha Suta" and "Pokémon" at Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions. Leveraged experience in producing to excel in corporate promotions. Has been involved in the blockchain industry since 2019, serving as Japan Market Head for JPG Store. Dedicated to promoting Cardano in the Japanese market through CNFTs.

Kotaro Motoshima:

Rule Makers DAO / Japan DAO Association / Co-Founder of Collaborative DAO

[LinkedIn]

[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005443297293)

Background:

• Lawyer
• Mori Hamada & Matsumoto, one of the largest law firms in Japan
• Specialized in governance design for implementing distributed identity solutions and creating legally compliant business flows and UI/UX designs based on personal information laws.

Detailed Background:

• 2017: Graduated from the University of Tokyo Faculty of Law and entered the University of Tokyo Law School.
• 2019: Withdrew from the law school and founded zingzing, a general incorporated association.
• 2020: Registered as a lawyer and joined Mori Hamada & Matsumoto. Also began working as a social coordinator.
• 2022: Seconded to Daiichi Sankyo Co.
• 2023: Joined the board of RuleMakersDAO.

Specialties:

Has experience in startups, technology (FinTech, web3, metaverse, data/personal information/AI, medical/pharmaceutical/biotech, R&D in general), and China. Provides legal support from both the startup/researcher side and the VC/larger company side, incorporating business consulting perspectives. Also involved in children's rights (including online counseling by lawyers), refugee support, and legal education.

Other Activities:

Involved in RuleMakersDAO, which provides policy proposals on social issues from a legal perspective through the Diet Members' Caucus. The "Nomad Visa" was included in the government's basic policy in 2023.

Yuki Oishi: Cardano Ambassador / Certified Public Accountant

[Twitter]

Qualified as a Certified Public Accountant in 2020 and has extensive knowledge of various technical aspects of Cardano since becoming a Cardano Ambassador in 2019. Provides advice on creating tax and accounting systems utilizing these strengths.

Ikisuke

[Twitter]

Has led popular NFT projects and DAO communities in Japan as a community manager.

Kan Suzuki:

Professor at Tokyo University of Public Policy / Specially Appointed Professor at Keio SFC

[Facebook]

Graduated from Hitotsubashi University Faculty of Law and entered the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology as a bureaucrat. Later served as a member of the House of Councillors and Deputy Minister of Education, making significant contributions in education and science and technology policy. Focuses on education reform and promoting digital education. Founded the educational NPO "Atarashii Kyōiku no Kai" and is actively involved in social contribution activities. His research focuses on enhancing the transparency of policy-making processes and the effective implementation of public policies, disseminating knowledge through numerous books and papers. Serves as Chief Educational Officer for N High School and S High School, which have about 30,000 students, integrating with cutting-edge areas including the web3 domain.

Itto Sakai

[Facebook]

Supports the autonomous activities of Collaborative DAO members through mentoring and cross-community coordination. Played a role in the Culture and Tourism High Added Value Research Team commissioned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs in 2020, conducting interviews and workshops with individuals involved in culture, tourism, and community development across Japan. Also served as a communication manager for the Tourism Agency's project promoting tourism town development using historical resources in fiscal year 2022.

Kotoden Group

[Website](https://www.kotoden.co.jp/)

Kotoden Group (Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railway Co., Ltd., Kotoden Bus Co., Ltd.) is a transportation company based in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, serving as a major public transportation provider in the region. Engages in a wide range of businesses, including railway, bus, taxi, real estate, and tourism. Operates three railway lines with 53 stations, playing a vital role in local commuting and tourism. Complements the regional transportation network with bus services, including local and tourist buses. Contributes to urban development through real estate activities, such as operating station buildings, parking lots, and developing and leasing areas around stations.

Kotohira Bus

[Website](https://www.kotobus.com/)

Kotohira Bus, based in Kagawa Prefecture, is a community-oriented bus company offering extensive services throughout the Shikoku region. Primarily focused on the tourism bus business, it significantly contributes to the regional economy, providing diverse transportation means, including tours around Shikoku and limousine bus services to Takamatsu Airport. Serves as a vital public transportation provider for local residents and aids regional revitalization through tourist attraction. Emphasizes social responsibility by introducing eco-friendly buses and ensuring thorough employee training for safe operations. Has been recognized for its close ties to the local community, transporting numerous tourists and participating in regional events.

Campfire

[Website](https://camp-fire.jp/)

Founded in 2011, CAMPFIRE Inc. operates a crowdfunding platform and has grown into Japan's largest crowdfunding platform under the leadership of CEO Kazuma Ieiri. The company offers a variety of services, including purchase-based crowdfunding, lending-based crowdfunding, and the subscription-based community platform "CAMPFIRE Community." It also provides region-specific crowdfunding services "CAMPFIRE×LOCAL" and the friend-funding app "polca." Since its launch, CAMPFIRE has exceeded 40 billion yen in transaction volume and over 4.6 million backers. In 2023, the company raised 1.06 billion yen, bringing its total funding to 8.72 billion yen. Additionally, it supports projects tackling social issues through "GoodMorning" and sustainable creator funding through "CAMPFIRE Fan Club," contributing to the revitalization of regions and industries.

Scheme Verge

[Website](https://www.schemeverge.com/)

Founded in 2015, scheme verge Inc. is an urban engineering company with the goal of "reinventing cities." The company designs, develops, and provides solutions for cities and transportation, particularly offering the "Horai" app for itinerary search and sea taxi reservations at tourist destinations. Its business scope includes urban regeneration, revitalizing shopping streets and tourist areas, and creating destinations on remote islands. Provides platforms that enable regional businesses to collect customer data and perform effective marketing based on that data. Utilizes data to enhance consumer experiences in the region and promote regional revitalization. Achievements include joint projects with Shimizu Corporation and implementing town development DX services at Takamatsu Airport, contributing to sustainable regional development. Has raised over 220 million yen through multiple funding rounds to continue expanding its business.

Symons Co., Ltd.

(https://www.symons.co.jp/top.php)

Symons operates the common point system "Symons Point." Aiming for regional revitalization and social contribution, the company provides database marketing and tourism CRM applications. For example, it can formulate marketing strategies by utilizing tourist behavior data. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, the company has promoted regional consumption through its point system, contributing to regional revitalization. It also works on creating sustainable community money by redirecting unused points to fund local activities.

Shodoshima Healthy Land Corporation

[Website](https://shl-olive.co.jp/company/)

Owns "Olive Forest," a farm on Shodoshima Island, and is involved in olive cultivation and product development. Engages in social contribution through olives, promoting local revitalization projects such as the "Millennium Olive Terrace," which offers wellness gardens and retreat spas, providing healing and health to visitors. Also runs the "Maze Town Art Project," which integrates local culture and art to attract tourists and showcase regional charm. Supports island life with businesses like LPG sales and food and beverage sales.

Alyawmu Inc.

[Website](https://alyawmu.com/)

Alyawmu Inc. combines regional revitalization and NFT (non-fungible token) business. Projects include combining hometown tax payments with NFTs, tourism with NFTs, and a community support team DAO, aiming to promote regional charm using digital technology and create continuously supported communities. Has successfully raised a total of 117 million yen through multiple funding rounds. Promotes regional revitalization using NFTs, partnering with municipalities such as Yoichi Town in Hokkaido, Taishi Town in Osaka, and Tottori City in Tottori Prefecture. The hometown tax NFT project contributes to increasing municipal tax revenues by offering NFTs as return gifts. Aims to solve regional issues like population decline and aging through new tourism industries leveraging regional culture and resources and building digital communities, supporting sustainable regional development by connecting digital technology with local communities.

Anabuki Gakuen

Website

Anabuki Gakuen operates vocational schools based in Kagawa Prefecture, offering specialized education in various fields. Programs include healthcare, welfare, IT, business, and creative fields, providing practical curricula to cultivate immediate workforce-ready personnel. Recently, it has focused on Web3 technology, blockchain, NFTs, and decentralized applications (dApps), offering students opportunities to learn the latest technological trends and acquire skills for the digital economy. Provides real-world experience through industry-academia collaboration projects and internships, promoting sustainable education in partnership with local communities.

General Incorporated Association Kittamu & Givcal Inc.

Website Co-founded by Masaru Harada, involved in regional revitalization using blockchain in Yoshinogawa City, Tokushima Prefecture. Strongly connected with the Cardano blockchain, has a strong local community, and engages in projects like traditional house renovation.

HLD Lab Inc.

Website

Daishiro Okada's Facebook

Former President & COO of Square Enix, Inc. in the USA, and currently the President & CEO of HLD Lab Inc. Also serves as the Vice President of the General Incorporated Association Facility Office Service Consortium (FOSC), a director of the Japan Life Shift Association, a director of the Japan Game Culture Association, and the Chairman of the Japan Artist Aid Association.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

For detailed information on the budget and cost breakdown, please refer to the link provided below.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oR2wFjA6yNfDj8fXDQECvIKbH2VYvwz2RIV_m_f3Lz0/edit?usp=sharing

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

First, the entire budget allocation for this project is calculated based on the average hourly rates for Web3 and the average hourly rates for each industry, along with the estimated time required for each necessary element. While the requested amount is quite substantial, this project will have a significant milestone and positive impact on the overall Cardano ecosystem for the following reasons:

1. Many enterprises will have the opportunity to co-create with the Cardano blockchain, developing platforms and applications using Cardano, thus opening the door for Cardano's social implementation in Japan.
2. Through demonstration experiments, we will create use cases within the country by having many regional communities, tourists, and citizens use Cardano-based applications, thereby increasing transactions.
3. By creating opportunities for many regional communities to establish Cardano-based DAOs, we will increase the number of new wallets and transactions on Cardano.

Given that there are many companies and organizations in Japan actively looking to incorporate Web3 technologies, the effectiveness of our requested amount is justified considering the opportunity it creates for the social implementation of the Cardano blockchain.