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Founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1997, Ekitan & Co., Ltd. specializes in delivering a range of internet-based information services across the nation. The company primarily operates through two distinct divisions: Mobility Support and an Advertising Distribution Platform. Within its Mobility Support division, Ekitan caters to individual consumers by providing online search tools for public transport routes, schedules, and station information, accessible via various devices and platforms including dedicated websites and applications. This segment also offers welfare benefits to its members. For corporate clients, the company develops robust APIs that facilitate comprehensive transit guidance and route planning, encompassing fare and charge calculations. These functionalities are often integrated into cloud-based systems for managing travel expenses and transportation reimbursements. Ekitan also offers a domestic self-booking platform enabling discounted ticket arrangements through corporate agreements. Furthermore, it supplies critical data related to stations, lines, and train services for transfer guidance, alongside bespoke data generation for clients. The firm is actively involved in developing MaaS (Mobility as a Service) solutions designed to address regional mobility, transportation, and tourism challenges. Its offerings extend to advertising services embedded within transit guides, allowing for precise targeting by station and route. Additional corporate services include ticket and leisure activity reservations, data sharing, system integration, and client introductions. Beyond these core segments, Ekitan undertakes the full spectrum of software and website development—from conceptualization and design to production and sales. It also delivers services in information research, processing, and strategic consulting.