DDR, Inc.

Based in Japan, DDR, Inc. specializes in providing innovative smartphone solutions for mediation services, facilitating access to judicial support through their dedicated online platform. Founded in 2024 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, DDR, Inc. operates an online mediation service that enables individuals to address disputes efficiently.

The firm has engaged in 2 separate deals, with its most recent engagement occurring on August 4, 2025. The company does not appear to have undergone any major pivots or changes in its business strategy since inception. DDR, Inc. offers a specialized online mediation platform known as 'Wakai,' which leverages IT and AI technologies to facilitate easy access to judicial services.

The core product serves as a mobile-based dispute resolution tool aimed primarily at individuals seeking mediation for various conflicts, including those related to divorce, without the need for formal court proceedings. By providing a user-friendly interface, Wakai allows clients to engage in mediation directly via their smartphones, thus democratizing access to legal services and making dispute resolution more accessible and less intimidating. This platform is designed to serve a diverse clientele across Japan, targeting both individuals needing personal dispute resolution services and businesses seeking efficient conflict management solutions. The revenue model for DDR, Inc.

is anchored in the subscription-based access to its Wakai mediation service. Clients are charged for utilizing the platform's mediation functionalities, allowing for a direct-to-consumer approach as well as potential business-to-business partnerships with organizations that require mediation services for their clients or employees. As a trademarked service, Wakai is positioned to capture a growing market of users who appreciate the convenience of resolving disputes online. The company also engages in consulting and marketing services related to the promotion of alternative dispute resolution processes, which may contribute to its revenue streams by expanding its operational footprint in both domestic and international markets.

In August 2025, DDR, Inc. raised an undisclosed amount in venture funding from new investor Mizuho Capital, with participation from unspecified investors. The company will use the funding for the development and societal implementation of the online mediation service known as Wakai for divorce. Future growth initiatives include plans to enhance the Wakai platform with new features and expanding its services to additional geographic regions, though specific markets and timelines have not been detailed.