Happinet Vending Service Releases 'gashacoco Official App'
Megri Co., Ltd.'s app platform 'MGRe' has been adopted by Happinet Vending Service for the official app of its capsule toy shop 'gashacoco.' The app aims to strengthen customer engagement and drive repeat visits through features like inventory search, stamp cards, and timely notifications of new products and stores.
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- 📰 Published: April 3, 2026 at 22:00
The smartphone app platform "MGRe," provided by Megri Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo; hereinafter referred to as Megri), has been adopted for the app of the capsule toy shop "gashacoco," operated by Happinet Vending Service Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Happinet Corporation (Headquarters: Tokyo). Consequently, the "gashacoco Official App" has now been released.
This app was developed with the aim of strengthening customer touchpoints that connect store experiences with digital, supporting the creation of repeat customers and building continuous relationships with the brand.
**Background of App Introduction**
With the expansion of store rollouts nationwide, "gashacoco" faced the challenge of building customer touchpoints that continuously connect not only during store visits but also after.
Additionally, there was a need to strengthen the mechanism to deliver information on new products and new stores at optimal timing for users, leading to return visits to the stores.
In response to these challenges, MGRe was highly evaluated and adopted for its ability to flexibly build:
- Repeat customer initiatives based on store usage
- Mechanisms to increase engagement between the brand and users
- An app foundation capable of centrally managing information distribution
**Main Features of the "gashacoco Official App"**
**Product Inventory Search Feature**
Users can search for products at "gashacoco" stores nationwide.
Being able to find stores with items in stock improves convenience before visiting and creates opportunities to visit the store.
**Stamp Card Feature (Strengthening Repeat Customer Engagement)**
Equipped with a stamp card utilizing MGRe's member and visit management features.
By granting stamps according to store visits and usage, it enhances users' desire to visit again and promotes continuous use.
**Distribution of New Product / New Store Information**
Utilizing MGRe's information distribution feature to send out new product and new store opening information on the app.
By delivering valuable information to users in a timely manner, it increases the frequency of contact with the brand and promotes fan creation.
**App Overview**
- App Name: gashacoco Official App
- Distribution Platforms: App Store / Google Play
- Operating Environment: iOS 16.0 or later / Android OS 9 or later
- Launch Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
- Price: Free
**Download Here**
https://insight.mgre.jp/measure/app_download/?ios_id=6746180121&android_id=jp.gashacoco.gashacoco&ts=happinet_gashacoco&
* Coupons and services are subject to change or termination without notice.
* The information is current as of the date of the announcement. Please note that contents may change without notice after the announcement.
**Future Outlook Based on the App**
Through this app, "gashacoco" aims to strengthen communication with users and improve brand value starting from the store experience.
Moving forward, we plan to enhance measures utilizing the app to achieve deeper customer understanding and stronger engagement.
**About Megri Co., Ltd.**
Megri Co., Ltd. provides "MGRe," an app marketing platform that offers one-stop support from corporate app development to operation and analysis.
MGRe is a service that supports the construction of OMO apps crossing CRM, EC, and physical stores, enabling various marketing measures integrating customer data. It supports companies in driving DX by providing various features that connect brands and users, such as point integration, membership cards, push notifications, and app-exclusive content distribution.
Official Website: https://mgre.jp/
**About Happinet Vending Service Co., Ltd.**
TSE Prime / Securities Code 7552
Representative: Toshiyuki Mizutani
Established: June 7, 1969
Capital: 2.75125 billion yen
Location: Komagata CA Building, 2-4-5 Komagata, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Business Description: Planning, manufacturing, and sales of toys and amusement equipment / Planning, production, and sales of video and music software / Planning, production, and sales of video game hardware and software / Installation and operation of toy vending machines / Sales of products for amusement facilities.
A comprehensive entertainment trading company holding top-class market shares in toys as well as video and music software, video games, and amusement-related products. Through the entertainment business that provides emotion to people, we aim to enrich the hearts of many and become a company that creates social value by "Building a tomorrow with dreams."
Official Website: https://www.happinet.co.jp/
This app was developed with the aim of strengthening customer touchpoints that connect store experiences with digital, supporting the creation of repeat customers and building continuous relationships with the brand.
**Background of App Introduction**
With the expansion of store rollouts nationwide, "gashacoco" faced the challenge of building customer touchpoints that continuously connect not only during store visits but also after.
Additionally, there was a need to strengthen the mechanism to deliver information on new products and new stores at optimal timing for users, leading to return visits to the stores.
In response to these challenges, MGRe was highly evaluated and adopted for its ability to flexibly build:
- Repeat customer initiatives based on store usage
- Mechanisms to increase engagement between the brand and users
- An app foundation capable of centrally managing information distribution
**Main Features of the "gashacoco Official App"**
**Product Inventory Search Feature**
Users can search for products at "gashacoco" stores nationwide.
Being able to find stores with items in stock improves convenience before visiting and creates opportunities to visit the store.
**Stamp Card Feature (Strengthening Repeat Customer Engagement)**
Equipped with a stamp card utilizing MGRe's member and visit management features.
By granting stamps according to store visits and usage, it enhances users' desire to visit again and promotes continuous use.
**Distribution of New Product / New Store Information**
Utilizing MGRe's information distribution feature to send out new product and new store opening information on the app.
By delivering valuable information to users in a timely manner, it increases the frequency of contact with the brand and promotes fan creation.
**App Overview**
- App Name: gashacoco Official App
- Distribution Platforms: App Store / Google Play
- Operating Environment: iOS 16.0 or later / Android OS 9 or later
- Launch Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
- Price: Free
**Download Here**
https://insight.mgre.jp/measure/app_download/?ios_id=6746180121&android_id=jp.gashacoco.gashacoco&ts=happinet_gashacoco&
* Coupons and services are subject to change or termination without notice.
* The information is current as of the date of the announcement. Please note that contents may change without notice after the announcement.
**Future Outlook Based on the App**
Through this app, "gashacoco" aims to strengthen communication with users and improve brand value starting from the store experience.
Moving forward, we plan to enhance measures utilizing the app to achieve deeper customer understanding and stronger engagement.
**About Megri Co., Ltd.**
Megri Co., Ltd. provides "MGRe," an app marketing platform that offers one-stop support from corporate app development to operation and analysis.
MGRe is a service that supports the construction of OMO apps crossing CRM, EC, and physical stores, enabling various marketing measures integrating customer data. It supports companies in driving DX by providing various features that connect brands and users, such as point integration, membership cards, push notifications, and app-exclusive content distribution.
Official Website: https://mgre.jp/
**About Happinet Vending Service Co., Ltd.**
TSE Prime / Securities Code 7552
Representative: Toshiyuki Mizutani
Established: June 7, 1969
Capital: 2.75125 billion yen
Location: Komagata CA Building, 2-4-5 Komagata, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Business Description: Planning, manufacturing, and sales of toys and amusement equipment / Planning, production, and sales of video and music software / Planning, production, and sales of video game hardware and software / Installation and operation of toy vending machines / Sales of products for amusement facilities.
A comprehensive entertainment trading company holding top-class market shares in toys as well as video and music software, video games, and amusement-related products. Through the entertainment business that provides emotion to people, we aim to enrich the hearts of many and become a company that creates social value by "Building a tomorrow with dreams."
Official Website: https://www.happinet.co.jp/
FAQ
What are the main features of the gashacoco Official App?
Its main features include product inventory search, a stamp card for store visits, and the distribution of information on new products and store openings.
What is the MGRe service?
It is an OMO app marketing platform provided by Megri Co., Ltd. that supports everything from corporate app development to operation and analysis.
Why did gashacoco introduce an official app?
To create a continuous customer touchpoint before and after store visits alongside their nationwide expansion, fostering repeat customers and brand loyalty.