INVESTOR PARTNERSHIP / FUNDING MODEL
Investor Partnerships and
Funding Model
The diagram on the right shows our strategy for raising the funds needed to establish each FC site, and our business model built on partnerships with investors.
An initial investment of about ¥100–200 million is expected, and we provide financial support by matching investors with entrepreneurs. Returns come from four components — sales of magnesium oxide, revenue from agricultural and fishery products, income from selling electricity, and carbon credit trading — enabling stable, high-yield operation.
We also plan to raise funds with community participation, including through crowdfunding and partnerships with regional financial institutions.
The Need for Initial Investment
Establishing each site requires an investment of about ¥100–200 million (for the hydroponics and land-based aquaculture businesses).
These funds go toward capital investment, working capital and marketing. We provide financial support to each FC, including support from headquarters, to reliably advance the business model in the regions.
By strengthening partnerships with investors, we raise funds more efficiently and aim for an early business launch.
Matching Investors and Entrepreneurs
We provide financial support by matching investors with entrepreneurs.
Investors gain new business opportunities, and entrepreneurs secure the funds they need.
Building this mutually beneficial relationship leads to business success.
We also actively support applications for subsidies and government-backed loans for regional revitalization.
Components of Returns
Returns are made up of the following four pillars.
- Magnesium oxide sales: A product in high demand, promising stable revenue.
- Agricultural and fishery products: Using local specialties to promote sustainable agriculture.
- Electricity sales: Introducing renewable energy secures an environmentally friendly revenue stream.
- Carbon credit trading: Revenue earned through environmental protection activities.
Medium- to Long-Term Outlook
In the medium to long term, we plan to develop a platform business connecting all sites.
This will create economies of scale across a nationwide network and synergies from information sharing, which is expected to accelerate business growth.
Diversifying Funding
With crowdfunding and partnerships with regional financial institutions in view, we will raise funds with community participation. Local people taking part also helps revitalize the regional economy.