OKWEB
OKWEB runs OKWAVE, Japan’s first and among its largest question-and-answer sites, alongside related business services.
- Public company
- Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPJapan
OKWEB runs OKWAVE, Japan’s first and among its largest question-and-answer sites, alongside related business services.
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OKWAVE is a free Q&A service where users answer questions from others seeking help, addressing personal and business inquiries.
Okwave operates OKWAVE, Japan’s first and largest Q&A site, under Okwave Inc. (headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo).
OKWAVE media is a platform where experts in specific fields can share information as writers to an audience attuned to social trends.
OKWEB, Inc. is headquartered in Tokyo’s Minato Ward and was founded in July 1999.
OKWAVE’s pro bono activities address social issues through volunteer efforts.
The company collects and visualizes global stories of gratitude to improve societal well-being.
OK Web Co., Ltd. partners with Nico Works and OASIS Co., Ltd. to launch **Hagukumi Lounge**, an online community for mothers spanning pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. The platform integrates with the Maternal and Child Health Handbook, offering support from the moment users receive it. Nico Works operates the parenting media platform *babyco*, while OASIS provides maternity handbook bags and parenting initiatives.
Sep 2026BabyTech / BabyTech / BabyTechNews article
OKWEB’s management department spent ¥32 million from its M&A funds by late June without board approval or disclosure, despite later board approval for reallocating ¥366 million to working capital. The company attributes the oversight to lapses in internal controls. The board later approved the full reallocation of funds, though the unauthorized spending occurred before formal sign-off.
Sep 2026Tokyo BriefNews article
OKWEB Inc. finalizes the acquisition of JINEN Inc. for **¥0.77 million**, following board and shareholder approval. JINEN reported **¥234.7 million** in sales, **¥1.423 million** in operating profit, and **¥2.359 million** in net assets for its last fiscal year (ended May 31, 2025). The deal is expected to close in June 2026.
Jun 2026MarketScreenerNews article
OKWEB Inc. has agreed to acquire JINEN Inc. for **¥0.77 million**. JINEN reported **¥234.7 million in sales**, **¥1.42 million in operating profit**, and **¥2.36 million in net assets** for its fiscal year ending May 31, 2025. The deal was approved by OKWEB’s board and JINEN’s shareholders on **May 14, 2026**, with completion expected in June.
May 2026MarketScreenerNews article