Mercari, Inc.

It was Mercari Day at Kashima Soccer Stadium on March 16, and we headed over to watch the big game between the Kashima Antlers and the Urawa Red Diamonds with our friends and family! A miraculous goal by the Antlers in the final minutes ended the game in a draw, and the Antlers set a new J-League first-division record with a streak of 26 unbeaten home games. We couldn’t be prouder as the Kashima Antlers’ official sponsor, and a shared believer in the value behind their motto, “Everything for Victory.” #mercari #kashimaantlers

To celebrate the many milestones in our Fintech businesses recently—from Merpay's 7th anniversary and Mercoin's 4th anniversary to the releases of Mercari NFT and Mercari Mobile—we held a spring-themed party in our Tokyo office with strawberries, mochi, and more! Japan has the saying "fall seven times, stand up eight," expressing perseverance and determination. For Merpay’s 7th anniversary, we gave out daruma dolls (a symbol of good luck and a reminder to persevere when setting goals) to represent this spirit. Here's to even more success in the years to come! #mercari #merpay #anniversary 

A core part of Mercari’s mission is to unleash the potential in all people, from our users to our employees. Hear from our Business Support Team leads about the experience of employees with disabilities and the support, culture, and environment at Mercari that allow them to work to their fullest potential. Encouragement and support to take on bold challenges, a full flex-time system that allows freedom and flexibility to balance work and life, and supportive teammates are just a few of the aspects that set our employees up for career growth and success. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/duFZrHgs 日本語記事はこちら：https://lnkd.in/d7aTn2BE #mercari #disabilityawarenessmonth

There’s no question about it—AI was the biggest topic of 2024 at Mercari. From features in our services to internal productivity enhancements, we made leaps and bounds in our efforts to leverage generative AI and LLMs across the company. In this Mercan article, AI Implementation Officer Gomi Hayakawa, who leads the promotion of generative AI internally, reflects on Mercari’s initiatives throughout the second half of 2024 toward creating a culture where AI is the norm and, ultimately, a world where everyone can enjoy the benefits of generative AI. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eiMp_qBU 日本語記事はこちら：https://lnkd.in/e3hKKPJC #mercari #AI #LLM

Calling software engineering students looking for a summer internship! This summer, Mercari’s hosting an internship for software engineering students to try their hand at developing features for Mercari Group’s services in Japan. 📝 Program Overview Employment type: Paid internship Hours: 20 hours or more per week  Location: Japan (Remote in Japan or at Mercari’s office in Roppongi, Tokyo; visas provided as necessary) Duration: Approximately 2 to 3 months (negotiable) Interns will be involved in developing features for Mercari, Merpay, Mercoin, or Mercari Hallo, collaborating as part of a team focused on enhancing user experience (UX) and refining specifications. You’ll have the chance to work on projects such as improving the search interface and optimizing the listing and purchasing processes, gaining hands-on experience with relevant technologies and data. Additionally, you will also be able to contribute to the development of both B2B and B2C services at Merpay. Up for the challenge? Apply now! 🗓️ Application deadline: April 30, 2025 (JST) 📌 For more details: https://lnkd.in/egvCXerm #mercari #internship #softwareengineering #careeropportunity #jobsearchinjapan

Mercari’s B2C e-commerce platform Mercari Shops is home to many business operators, both individual and corporate—but did you know it’s also used by local governments to find new homes for school equipment, excess disaster relief supplies, oversized waste, and other items no longer needed in their communities? Since the first government-run shop opened in November 2021, 50 towns and cities across Japan have joined us in the effort to reduce waste and create a circular economy, and we’re working to expand our partnerships and initiatives even further in 2025! See the stats here: https://lnkd.in/e_pNMTPD 日本語記事はこちら：https://lnkd.in/eKb4sAVZ #mercari #mercarishops #localempowerment #circulareconomy

Mercari celebrated its 12th anniversary with a lively in-person flea market event and party at our Tokyo headquarters! 🎊 For the second year in a row, we recreated our marketplace app in the office with Mercari members setting up shop to sell their secondhand treasures and other items. It was a celebration of where we began, how far we’ve come, and the incredible people that make Mercari. #mercari #anniversary

Introducing our newest service, Mercari Mobile! Our easy-to-use mobile service allows users to sign up and manage their usage right from the Mercari marketplace app and even buy and sell unused mobile data just like items on Mercari. The first of its kind in Japan, Mercari Mobile is one of the most flexible and affordable mobile services ever. We are proud to add mobile data to the many forms of value circulation and waste reduction that Mercari provides, and moving forward we will continue to create new value for society in ways unique to Mercari. Read about our new mobile service here: https://lnkd.in/emA5r6Kz 日本語版プレスリリースはこちら： https://lnkd.in/eqm2eXtf #mercari #MVNO

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Mercari is proud to have received the Japanese government’s Eruboshi certification with a top rating for women’s participation and advancement in the workplace, meeting the criteria for hiring, retention, workstyle, management positions, and diverse career paths for women. At Mercari, we strive to create a fair and inclusive environment where employees of diverse backgrounds and genders respect one another and work together to unleash their potential. Find out more about the Eruboshi certification and what got us certified here: https://lnkd.in/gsp_zEAa 日本語版プレスリリースはこちら： https://lnkd.in/gM7KG2F7 #mercari #IWD2025 #inclusion #diversity

When you’re busy with day-to-day projects, it can be hard to find opportunities to get to know people you don’t usually work with. That’s where our shuffle lunch system comes in! Every month, participants who have signed up for shuffle lunch are randomly sorted into groups of four people to go out for lunch near the office (or online!). It’s a great chance to get out of your usual bubble to meet people from all areas of the company, strengthen communication and collaboration, and enjoy some good food while you’re at it! Read about Mercari’s other communication support benefits here: https://lnkd.in/e_cqJ7HK #mercari #lifeatmercari