Lokiar

Lokiar is a technology startup headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, that has developed a SaaS platform for inter-company logistics. Founded in 2023 by CEO Kenta Ito and CTO Shunsuke Arai, the company aims to address challenges in the Japanese logistics industry, such as labor shortages and the need for increased efficiency driven by the expansion of e-commerce. The firm's platform enables shippers and transport companies to visualize delivery status, manage delivery destinations, and ensure legal compliance, which helps to reduce communication costs and optimize logistics. One of its key services is a versatile order and receiving management system that automates these tasks, initially targeting food manufacturers.

Kenta Ito, the CEO, graduated from Waseda University and previously worked at Itochu Corporation, where he was involved in the food distribution division and new logistics projects. Shunsuke Arai, the CTO, has a background in mechanical and web engineering from his time at Honda R&D and Surfride Technologies. Their combined experience in logistics and technology underpins Lokiar's mission.

The company operates on a business-to-business (B2B) model, providing its software solutions to other companies. In May 2024, Lokiar secured $347K in a seed funding round from investors including East Ventures, HAKOBUNE, and Well Direction, to fuel its growth and development.

Keywords: logistics optimization, SaaS platform, inter-company logistics, supply chain management, delivery status visualization, order management system, transport management, logistics technology, freight tech, B2B software, Japanese logistics, shipping solutions, fleet management, warehouse automation, last-mile delivery, e-commerce logistics, supply chain optimization, Kenta Ito, Shunsuke Arai, East Ventures