Hyojito Co., Ltd. Opens First Overseas Office in Seoul, South Korea
Hyojito Co., Ltd. will open its first overseas office in Seoul, South Korea, in May 2026 as part of its strategy to strengthen inbound tourism services. The move aims to increase usage of the 'TAXFREESHOPS.JP' platform and enhance marketing support within Korea.
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Hyojito Co., Ltd., a company engaged in street mapping and signage services, announced the opening of its first overseas office in Seoul, South Korea, to strengthen its services for visitors to Japan.
According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, the number of foreign visitors to Japan in 2025 reached 42.68 million, with travelers from South Korea accounting for the largest share at approximately 9.46 million annually. In response, Hyojito aims to further expand the usage of its tax-free shop search site, 'TAXFREESHOPS.JP,' and will bolster its marketing efforts in South Korea.
Moving forward, the company intends to leverage its accumulated expertise to provide promotional support for South Korea to local Japanese governments and businesses, as well as explore the expansion of its own services within the Korean market.
[Overview of New Office]
- Office Name: Hyojito Co., Ltd., Seoul Office
- Location: 16th Floor, Gangnam Building, 396 Seocho-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- Office Manager: Nobukazu Kobatake, Senior Executive Officer
- Commencement: May 2026
According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, the number of foreign visitors to Japan in 2025 reached 42.68 million, with travelers from South Korea accounting for the largest share at approximately 9.46 million annually. In response, Hyojito aims to further expand the usage of its tax-free shop search site, 'TAXFREESHOPS.JP,' and will bolster its marketing efforts in South Korea.
Moving forward, the company intends to leverage its accumulated expertise to provide promotional support for South Korea to local Japanese governments and businesses, as well as explore the expansion of its own services within the Korean market.
[Overview of New Office]
- Office Name: Hyojito Co., Ltd., Seoul Office
- Location: 16th Floor, Gangnam Building, 396 Seocho-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- Office Manager: Nobukazu Kobatake, Senior Executive Officer
- Commencement: May 2026
FAQ
表示灯株式会社がソウルに営業所を開設する目的は何ですか？
訪日観光客向け免税店検索サイト「TAXFREESHOPS.JP」の海外展開強化、および韓国人旅行者によるサービス利用の拡大と収益基盤の強化を目的としています。
ソウル営業所の営業開始時期はいつですか？
2026年5月に営業を開始します。
「TAXFREESHOPS.JP」とはどのようなサービスですか？
訪日観光客が滞在先周辺の免税対応店舗を検索できるほか、免税店で利用できるクーポン情報などを提供するサービスです。
表示灯株式会社は、将来的に韓国でどのような事業を検討していますか？
韓国における集客マーケティングの知見を蓄積し、日本国内の自治体・事業者向けの韓国向けプロモーション支援業務の受託や、韓国内における自社サービスの展開を検討しています。
ソウル営業所の所在地はどこですか？
ソウル特別市瑞草区瑞草大路396 江南ビル 16階です。