"Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO" Launched in Kenbuchi Town, Hokkaido. Aiming to Solve Regional Issues and Create an Involved Population

Kenbuchi Town in Hokkaido and Alyawmu Inc. (Headquarters: Sapporo City, Hokkaido; CEO: Hiroaki Hatanaka), which works on regional revitalization utilizing digital technologies such as DAO and NFT, will launch the "Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO" initiative combining the Local Vitalization Cooperator system and a digital community (DAO) starting June 1, 2026. This initiative aims to form a digital community involving local residents and outside supporters, starting with the Local Vitalization Cooperator, to promote the appeal of Kenbuchi Town and create an involved population. By creating a system where people inside and outside the region can continuously participate in town development, it aims to solve regional issues and build a sustainable community. (1) Introduction of the Appointee (Region) and Job Description Appointee Introduction Sho Relocated from Edogawa-ku, Tokyo to Kenbuchi Town, Hokkaido Local Vitalization Cooperator Sho [Comment on this initiative] Kenbuchi Town Local Vitalization Cooperator Sho "Someday I want to move to a rural area and work while contributing to the region." Born and raised in Tokyo, I eventually became attracted to nature and started enjoying motorcycle trips and camping. The turning point that changed my life was a solo trip where I spent a week crossing Tohoku by motorcycle and extended my journey to Hokkaido for the first time. The desire to "contribute to the region" that sprouted during this trip is the reason I am now working as a Local Vitalization Cooperator in Kenbuchi Town. I am an outsider with no ties or connections to Kenbuchi Town. That is exactly why I believe there are charms and issues of Kenbuchi Town that only I can notice. Just like me, I want to disseminate valuable information from an outside perspective for people who will come to know Kenbuchi Town in the future. [Comment from Masaharu Nishioka, Mayor of Kenbuchi Town] Kenbuchi Town, in collaboration with Alyawmu Inc., will launch a project to create an involved population utilizing the Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO. In this initiative, by combining the Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO with cutting-edge Web3 technology, we will broadcast the unique charms of Kenbuchi Town domestically and internationally, aiming to improve the regional brand and create an involved population. Furthermore, through the locally originated digital community (DAO), we will connect flatly with those who support Kenbuchi Town, actively incorporating diverse perspectives and ideas to aim for sustainable town development and new value creation. For Mr. Sho Tanaka, who is taking up the post this time, we hope that as a Local Vitalization Cooperator, he will first enjoy living in Kenbuchi Town while carefully nurturing connections with the townspeople one by one. On top of that, we expect him to work on creating opportunities for people outside the town to know the charms of Kenbuchi Town and feel that they "want to support," "want to live," or "want to visit" by utilizing the new mechanism of the digital community (DAO). Masaharu Nishioka, Mayor of Kenbuchi Town (2) About DAO and the Project 1. What is a DAO? DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) is a digital community where participants gather from all over the country via the Internet. Participants are not just fans but can actively engage as members of the project, and a key feature is that everyone can be involved in planning and decision-making on an equal footing. 2. Benefits of DAO By introducing a DAO, a system is established where people outside the municipality can proactively participate in solving regional issues. Fresh perspectives and knowledge cause a chemical reaction with the thoughts of local residents, creating innovative solutions. Proactive activities deepen understanding and attachment to the region, generating a strong involved population. 3. Budget Utilizing the Local Vitalization Cooperator system, it will be implemented "within the scope of the special allocation tax (10/10)." We provide three services end-to-end: "Recruitment and selection of suitable personnel," "Support during the appointment," and "Provision of digital technology," backing the establishment of the DAO while reducing the burden on municipal staff. 4. Implementation Status and Future Plans? - FY2025: Introduced in 15 municipalities - FY2026: Scheduled to be introduced in 23 municipalities We are receiving numerous inquiries from municipalities nationwide, such as starting in summer/autumn through supplementary budgets, or starting with the initial budget for the next fiscal year. Municipalities and regional stakeholders considering introduction, please feel free to contact us. (Case study in Yoichi Town, Hokkaido: Held an activity event utilizing regional resources and invited participants from outside the region) (Initiative case in Yoichi Town, Hokkaido: Issued the above image as an NFT serving as a webinar completion certificate. Providing an experience that engraves memories and experiences.) 5. Details of the "Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO" Service It is a solution that provides three services end-to-end within the scope of the Local Vitalization Cooperator system: "Recruitment and selection of suitable personnel," "Support during the appointment," and "Provision of digital technology," providing the necessary support for municipalities to establish a DAO. ① Recruitment and selection of suitable personnel Motivation for regional revitalization and activation Interest in community management Interest in cutting-edge technologies such as Web3 (NFT/DAO) and AI Utilizing Japan's only migration DAO manager registration system, we match human resources that fit the municipality's issues. ② Support during the appointment - Daily consultation response regarding DAO practical work - Information diffusion support for cooperator activities With the knowledge cultivated in our operated "Shin Local DAO" and our dissemination power on SNS, Voicy, etc., we strongly back up the cooperator's activities. ③ Provision of digital technology - Discord optimization, function addition, and operation support - NFT issuance, distribution, and utilization support (URL link acquisition type, NFT experiences that engrave memories, etc.) 6. Information on Free DAO Seminars for Municipalities We hold free online seminars on solving regional issues utilizing DAO at any time. - Main question examples Want to know the details of the Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO How can DAO be utilized to solve regional issues? Duration: About 1 hour (individual adjustment possible). Please feel free to contact us. - Contact Information Alyawmu Official Website Contact https://alyawmu.com/contact/ *Even for municipalities not eligible for the Local Vitalization Cooperator system, similar initiatives are possible by utilizing the new regional economy and living environment creation grant. Therefore, our free online DAO seminar is open to all municipalities. [Seminar Contents] - Company Introduction - NFT Overview - DAO Overview - DAO Case Studies - Explanation of the communication tool Discord - Introduction to the Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO - Discussion 7. Glossary Web3.0 A concept aiming for a more secure and decentralized internet utilizing blockchain technology. Personal information management and transaction transparency increase, enabling a user-centric web experience. NFT Abbreviation for "Non-Fungible Token." It adds unique value to digital data and is utilized within the community as membership cards, benefits, and targets for voting/lotteries. Discord A free app capable of chat and calls. Many NFT communities use it for operation, and it has diverse functions such as emojis, image/video sharing, and voice chat. ▼ Link to join the DAO is here | Anyone can easily join. https://lit.link/alywamu-dao 8. About Alyawmu Alyawmu Inc. is a Sapporo-based startup promoting "regional revitalization through NFT." We provide hometown tax NFT, tourism NFT, Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO, and TOKKEN (high value-added NFT sales platform) solutions to municipalities nationwide, supporting the creation of new financial resources and city promotion utilizing regional charms. In hometown tax NFT, we provide NFTs imbued with the region's unique charm and cultural value as return gifts. In tourism NFT, we work on creating innovative tourism experiences utilizing digital technology. In the Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO solution, we support the construction of sustainable regional communities through the mechanism of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAO). In TOKKEN (high value-added NFT sales platform), we unearth regional resources, develop high value-added products, and sell them. The company name "Alyawmu" means "today" in Arabic. We support municipalities and regions taking a step towards new challenges from today with cutting-edge technology, realizing "community building that continues to be supported." Municipalities that have introduced the Local Vitalization Cooperator DAO (As of May 2026) 9. 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Alyawmu Inc. Company Overview - Company Name: Alyawmu Inc. - Representative: Hiroaki Hatanaka - Location: Room 302, Katran Asabu, 2-23, Kita 38-jo Nishi 6-chome, Kita-ku, Sapporo City - Established: November 18, 2020 - Capital: 164.49 million yen (including reserve fund) - Business Description: Regional revitalization consulting and development utilizing NFT - URL: https://alyawmu.com - X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/alyawmu - Voicy: https://voicy.jp/channel/3545 Alyawmu Official Website Contact https://alyawmu.com/contact/