Chiba Shinkin Bank Begins Using Overseas Business Matching Platform "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"
Kokopelli Inc. announced that Chiba Shinkin Bank has started using the overseas business matching platform "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL." This platform aims to help Japanese and international small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expand sales channels and develop business partners across national and linguistic barriers, supporting overseas expansion amidst a shrinking domestic market and a weak yen.
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Kokopelli Inc. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director CEO: Shigeru Kondo; hereinafter "Kokopelli") announced that Chiba Shinkin Bank (Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture; President: Hideo Miyazawa) began using the overseas business matching platform "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" on Friday, May 1, 2026.
"BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" is a platform designed to enable Japanese and international small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand sales channels and develop business partners, overcoming national and linguistic barriers.
Background of Introduction
In Japan today, against the backdrop of a shrinking domestic market and the impact of the weak yen, an increasing number of SMEs are interested in expanding their sales channels through overseas expansion. However, many companies hesitate to embark on actual overseas expansion due to concerns about selecting business partners, language barriers, and the need for specialized knowledge in trade practices and logistics.
To solve these challenges and support companies that want to venture into overseas markets or further expand existing international transactions, Chiba Shinkin Bank decided to introduce "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL."
Functions and Features of "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"
This platform not only expands sales channels and develops new suppliers but also fosters innovation among SMEs, laying the foundation for sustainable growth of SMEs in both countries in the global market.
Furthermore, it aims to promote international transactions between SMEs in Japan and ASEAN, striving to become a global standard originating from Japan in the B2B business matching platform sector.
Mechanism of Overseas Business Matching
Key Features of "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"
〇 Member-exclusive network
Similar to Big Advance, which is already deployed in Japan, it enables direct trade with overseas companies that have transactions with financial institutions.
〇 AI automatic translation function
Equipped with a unique translation system featuring AI for translating minority languages, it allows business partners to communicate in their native languages. It includes simultaneous translation chat and video call functions with translated subtitles.
〇 Trade practice support
Coordinators proficient in Japanese and Thai languages and business customs provide support to ensure smooth business negotiations.
In addition, a wide range of support services are available to supplement knowledge in areas such as international law, trade practices, and international logistics.
〇 AI Recommend (to be implemented in the future)
Equipped with a function where AI introduces suitable projects to companies during project searches.
"Chiba BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" Special Site: http://chibashin-bag.jp
"BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" Service Site: https://bigadvanceglobal.com/jp/
Future Outlook
"BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" will continue to strive for further service improvement and functional expansion, including AI-powered project search assistance and recommendation functions.
Currently, the introduction of the service has been decided or is being considered by several other financial institutions, and the expansion to financial institutions is planned to proceed sequentially.
Our company will continue to strengthen support for SMEs' overseas market development and international transactions in cooperation with regional financial institutions, contributing to their sustainable growth.
■ About Kokopelli Inc.
Name: Kokopelli Inc.
Location: Kioicho Building 11F, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Shigeru Kondo, Representative Director CEO
Established: June 2007
Business: Business Platform Business
URL: https://www.kokopelli-inc.com/
Main Services: Management support platform for SMEs "Big Advance"
Overseas business matching platform "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"
"BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" is a platform designed to enable Japanese and international small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand sales channels and develop business partners, overcoming national and linguistic barriers.
Background of Introduction
In Japan today, against the backdrop of a shrinking domestic market and the impact of the weak yen, an increasing number of SMEs are interested in expanding their sales channels through overseas expansion. However, many companies hesitate to embark on actual overseas expansion due to concerns about selecting business partners, language barriers, and the need for specialized knowledge in trade practices and logistics.
To solve these challenges and support companies that want to venture into overseas markets or further expand existing international transactions, Chiba Shinkin Bank decided to introduce "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL."
Functions and Features of "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"
This platform not only expands sales channels and develops new suppliers but also fosters innovation among SMEs, laying the foundation for sustainable growth of SMEs in both countries in the global market.
Furthermore, it aims to promote international transactions between SMEs in Japan and ASEAN, striving to become a global standard originating from Japan in the B2B business matching platform sector.
Mechanism of Overseas Business Matching
Key Features of "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"
〇 Member-exclusive network
Similar to Big Advance, which is already deployed in Japan, it enables direct trade with overseas companies that have transactions with financial institutions.
〇 AI automatic translation function
Equipped with a unique translation system featuring AI for translating minority languages, it allows business partners to communicate in their native languages. It includes simultaneous translation chat and video call functions with translated subtitles.
〇 Trade practice support
Coordinators proficient in Japanese and Thai languages and business customs provide support to ensure smooth business negotiations.
In addition, a wide range of support services are available to supplement knowledge in areas such as international law, trade practices, and international logistics.
〇 AI Recommend (to be implemented in the future)
Equipped with a function where AI introduces suitable projects to companies during project searches.
"Chiba BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" Special Site: http://chibashin-bag.jp
"BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" Service Site: https://bigadvanceglobal.com/jp/
Future Outlook
"BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL" will continue to strive for further service improvement and functional expansion, including AI-powered project search assistance and recommendation functions.
Currently, the introduction of the service has been decided or is being considered by several other financial institutions, and the expansion to financial institutions is planned to proceed sequentially.
Our company will continue to strengthen support for SMEs' overseas market development and international transactions in cooperation with regional financial institutions, contributing to their sustainable growth.
■ About Kokopelli Inc.
Name: Kokopelli Inc.
Location: Kioicho Building 11F, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Shigeru Kondo, Representative Director CEO
Established: June 2007
Business: Business Platform Business
URL: https://www.kokopelli-inc.com/
Main Services: Management support platform for SMEs "Big Advance"
Overseas business matching platform "BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL"