ZAI Co., Ltd. Launches DPO Interest Survey to Fund Material Waste Reduction Platform
ZAI's DPO push signals growing adoption of direct public offerings by Japanese small businesses seeking long-term shareholders aligned with their mission, rather than traditional bank or VC funding.
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ZAI Co., Ltd., a Nagoya-based company focused on reducing material waste, has begun surveying potential investors for a Direct Public Offering (DPO) to raise up to 90 million yen. The company operates the Zaippo platform, which includes the Hazaippo and Moguppo apps for material and food loss prevention. Since November 2025, over 50 companies have adopted the system. DPO allows direct solicitation of stock subscriptions without financial intermediaries, a method increasingly used by Japanese SMEs.
ZAI Co., Ltd., a Nagoya-based startup aiming to reduce material waste in the construction industry, has begun surveying interest in a Direct Public Offering (DPO) to raise up to 90 million yen. The company operates the Zaippo platform, which includes the Hazaippo and Moguppo apps for material and food loss prevention. Since its November 2025 launch, the system has been adopted by over 50 companies. DPO, which allows companies to directly solicit stock subscriptions without going through financial institutions, is an increasingly popular fundraising method among Japanese SMEs seeking shareholders who share their business philosophy.
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