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KINTO Technologies Company Guide_EN

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KINTO Technologies Company Guide_EN

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March 29, 2024
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  1. Table of contents 01 About Us 03 02 Product Overview

    13 03 Our Team 17 04 Working Environment and Company System 26 05 Job Opportunities 34 02
  2. About Us 04 01 About Us Company Name Established Board

    members Capital Shareholder Information processing services including design, development, operational management and sales of information systems in the digital field. Planning, drafting and consulting services for corporate management strategies and marketing strategies Muromachi Office Muromachi Furukawa Mitsui Building (COREDO Muromachi 2), 2-3-1 Nihombashi- Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0022 Jimbocho Office Terrace Square, 3-22 Kanda Nishiki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0054 Nagoya Office Nagoya Mitsui Bldg North Building, 4-8-18, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 450- 0002 Osaka Tech Lab North Gate Building, 1-3-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, 530-0001 Fukuoka Tech Lab Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City, 2-6-50 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka 810- 0041 Business Location KINTO Technologies Corporation April 2021 President and representative director Shinya Kotera Executive Vice President Hitoshi Kageyama Director Hideo Egashira Director Yutaka Nanbu Auditor Naoki Tokuhisa 10,000,000 yen Toyota Financial Services Corporation
  3. About KINTO Technologies Corporation (Group Organization) Toyota Motor Corporation Toyota

    Financial Services Corporation International sales finance company We expand our business in more than 40 countries and regions around the world Toyota Finance Corporation 05 01 About Us KINTO Technologies Corporation KINTO Corporation Sales Finance, Credit Cards, Etc.
  4. Our President and Vice President Joined Toyota Motor Corporation in

    1984. After gaining experience in sales and other areas, served as chief of the BR Tomorrow Toyota Preparation Office in the Corporate Planning Department, general manager of the medium- and Long-term Planning Office in the Sales Planning Department, general manager of the BR Next-generation Environmental Vehicle Business Office, general manager of the Sales Planning Department, general manager of the Emerging Country Planning Department, managing officer, President of the Second Toyota business unit, and general manager of the East Asia & Oceania Division. He was in charge of the "Toyota Way 2001" project, the Toyota IMV project, and the joint development project with Tesla. Since 2018, served (and continues to serve) as Executive Vice President of Toyota Financial Services. In January 2019, was involved in the establishment of KINTO Corporation and was appointed President and Representative Director (current position). In April 2021, he assumed his current position with the establishment of KINTO Technologies, Inc. At Rakuten, he oversaw the Rakuten Group's data center, network, servers, and other infrastructure, as well as the development of ID services, Super Point services, email services, marketing DWH, online supermarket, electronic money, and logistics systems. Then joined Toyota Financial Services in June 2019 after serving as head of Nitori's IT and logistics systems area. He set up the current digital IT organization from scratch. Has been in the current position since April 2021. Executive Vice President Hitoshi Kageyama President and representative director Shinya Kotera 06 01 About Us
  5. Work ethic Culture Values Vision 07 Our Values KINTO Technologies’

    culture and philosophy were designed to bring our vision to life in the future. Our culture is shaped by our attitude where each one of us takes professional pride in our work and respects each other's roles as one team to create products that customers desire. This approach aligns with our guiding principle for operations, aiming to turn our vision into reality for the future. As a leading player in the mobility platform industry, we aim to provide a unique ‘moving experience’ for every persons' transportation needs. Breakthrough Uniqueness Flexibility We are creators. We bring to life mobility solutions for everyone, with the power of technology and creativity. We understand our business and take ownership. One Team. Active Player. 01 About Us
  6. VISION How we want to be As a leading player

    of the mobility platform industry, we aim to provide a unique ‘moving experience’ for every person’s transportation needs. Values Our core principles Our Vision & Values Breakthrough Uniqueness Flexibility Challenge meets Technology. We break the mold and create a new world. With astonishing ideas, we deliver unapparelled excitement. We think outside of the box. We enjoy changes with a flexible mindset. 08 01 About Us
  7. Culture & Work Attitude 9 KINTO Technologies CULTURE Working attitude

    Every single person is a driver of value that contributes to the team with their unique set of skills. No success comes alone, so we respect and celebrate our diversity. Although different, we act as One Team. We believe that united, we will be able to paint a new Innovation landscape. We continue to enjoy change, learn, and take on challenges, even on the road less traveled. With professional pride, we can take our customers to an exciting future of mobility by repeatedly improving our products through trial and error. One Team Active Player We understand businesses and take accountability As one team As a team member We are creators. Through the power of technology and creativity, we design mobility solutions tailored to each person’s needs. 01 About Us
  8. The Role of KTC MISSION We are committed to continuously

    creating products that support and nurture mobility services and serve our customers around the world as pioneers of web services within the Toyota Group. Mobility Product Technology Creativity 10 01 About Us
  9. Why an In-House Organization? Due to the frequent need for

    continuous improvement, An in-house organization’s ability to act quickly brings competitive advantage. The Toyota Group announced its transformation into a "Mobility Company” in 2018. KINTO Technologies has developed "customer-oriented (B-to- C business) systems” designed to increase customer satisfaction and sales. To make it happen, listening to the voice of our customers and reflect it in our services and systems in a speedy manner is necessary. 01 02 03 11 01 About Us
  10. Business teams and development teams work closely together to shape

    product development. Key Traits of the KTC Development Organization POINT 01 We listen to customers' voices and reflect feedback quickly in our products. We also accelerate service development through working closely with Toyota Motor Corporation. POINT 02 We develop from the customer's perspective. We do not develop without demand. POINT 03 We create systems with business growth in mind. 12 01 About Us
  11. Products by KINTO Technologies 02 Product introduction 14 The subscription

    service lets you enjoy a car with a fixed monthly fee covering costs such as insurance, vehicle tax, and other expenses. You can easily complete everything from application to contract online, making it simple to start your car life. Car subscription service that makes it easy for you to own a car New vehicles https://kinto-jp.com/ Used vehicles https://up.kinto-jp.com/
  12. Products by KINTO Technologies 15 02 Product introduction This subscription

    service provides easy access to an innovative vehicle equipped with Toyota’s connected safety and convenience features, with running costs (including insurance and maintenance) covered. Innovative vehicle that continuously receives hardware and software upgrades. https://kinto-jp.com/unlimited/ This service updates and evolves the software, hardware functions, and accessories of previously sold Toyota and Lexus vehicles to the latest specifications. We provide factory-quality retrofits of options that were not available at the time of purchase, and replacement of interior and exterior parts that have deteriorated over time. Customization and upgrade service for car owners and enthusiasts https://factory.kinto-jp.com/
  13. Products by KINTO Technologies 16 02 Product introduction We introduce

    traditional Japanese culture, customs, and ways of thinking in the context of modern lifestyles, and share information that leads to everyday insights and new perspectives. The app version is currently under development. Website providing useful everyday information through Japanese culture. Our community site is guided by the vision of connecting car enthusiasts around the world and delivering inspiration and excitement. We provide a space for Toyota fans worldwide to interact with one another and with members of the Toyota Group. Community platform that brings Toyota car fans together. https://toyota-community.kinto-technologies.com/ https://ppap.kinto-jp.com/prismjapan/
  14. Development and Support “Mobility Market” is a service that enriches

    the car ownership experience. Our website offers a range of programs, whether you're seeking the ideal destination for a leisurely drive or seeking essential services to maintain your vehicle. mobility market In 2019, the KINTO brand introduced its services, now accessible worldwide. KINTO Technologies Corporation has since innovated with the Global KINTO ID Platform, launched in 2021, connecting diverse identity management systems to provide a unique global solution for KINTO customers. Global ID Platform A multi-modal mobility service designed to streamline your urban transportation needs. Our all-in-one application seamlessly integrates functions such as search, reservation, and payment, ensuring a hassle-free city commute. my route Toyota's cashless payment application, where we offered our expertise in app development and the construction of an automated testing environment. TOYOTA wallet 17 02 Product Introduction
  15. Departments (as of 1st February 2026) President and CEO IT

    & Creative Development Headquarters* Group Core Systems Division 19 03 Our staff New Service Initiatives Division Business System Development Division Mobility Product Development Division Corporate IT Division KINTO Development Division Development Support Division *The IT and Creative Development Headquarters also serves as the IT and Creative Development Headquarters of KINTO Corporation. my route Development Division Security and Privacy Division Mobile App Development Division Administration Department Internal Audit Office Digital Strategy Division Platform Development Division Direction Office Toyota Woven City Payment Solution Development Group Engineering Office PoC Incubation & Support Office
  16. 10 43 38 9 20代 30代 40代 50代 Average age

    20’s 30’s 40’s 50’s Female 24 Male 76 Gender ratio Number of Employees and Age Ratio (as of 1st January 2026) Number of employees 20 03 Our staff 400 38.7 % % % % % %
  17. Foreign Employee Ratio (as of July 1, 2025) Number of

    KINTO Technologies Corporation employee’s countries/regions Countries and regions of foreign employees America, Italy, India, Indonesia, Netherlands, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Philippines, France, Vietnam, Myanmar, Latvia, Russia, Korea, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong 21 A diverse workforce 03 Our Team 23 Percentage of Non-Japanese %
  18. Occupation ratio(as of 1st January 2026) Engineer Project manager/ Product

    manager Data analyst Designer Back office 22 03 Our staff 24.3% 6.8% 5.3% 3% 60.3%
  19. Tech Stacks (as of 1st February 2026) 23 03 Our

    staff Frontend Backend Infrastructure Mobile Monitoring QA Tools CI/CD JavaScript / TypeScript React / Next.js / Vue.js / Nuxt.js / Svelte Java / Kotlin / Go / Python / Rust Spring Boot / GraqhQL / TypeORM GORM / FastAPI / gRPC KMP / Swift AWS / Google Cloud / Azure / Docker / Kubernetes OpenSearch / New Relic / Elasticsearch Logstash / Kibana / PagerDuty TestLink / Autify / Appium / Playwright GitHub Actions / CircleCI / Bitrise Atlassian (JIRA / Confluence / Trello)/ Slack / Figma / Miro GitHub Copilot / Devin / ChatGPT / Gemini / Claude / Strapi We list some of the tech stacks we use. We maintain an environment that allows choosing the optimal stack based on each product's needs.
  20. To work at a more global company, where they are

    striving to come up with innovative ideas and solutions to help mobilize people better. I want to immerse myself in creative activities. I want to deliver quality products to customers. Sounded exciting. I was fascinated by the team members. I want to try different things to improve my development skills in an environment with a lot of autonomy. The company and its business sounded promising. I was fascinated by the work that I’m going to be involved with. To have a fresh start. To support a beginning phase of a company with products. To improve productivity of IT development companies. I heard that the culture is similar to the one of a startup, from planning to production. I was intrigued by the company positioned to promote Toyota Group's DX. Voices from the Team: Why We Joined KTC 24 “ ” The company environment seemed open to allow me to take new challenges. 03 Our Team
  21. KTC’s service is still in its infancy. I feel I

    can contribute to it with my hard work. Many people love technology and their jobs, for better or worse Being able to create things with a variety of experts across divisions. Being a car enthusiast, I enjoy creating new mobility services that are not found in the world yet. sense of speed I liked the “Let’s first give it a try" attitude of people including the president. Many fascinating people. Team members communicate without preconceived notions of hierarchy. Team members get along well. Good team atmosphere. change the worldwide mobility landscape What We Like About KTC and What Drives Us 25 ” “ 03 Our Team
  22. Nagoya Office The Muromachi Office was established in October 2019,

    marking the start of our full-scale IT recruitment at KINTO. Engineers work alongside members of KINTO Corporation, who handle the business side, across two floors, 7th and 16th. From Nihonbashi, the historic starting point of Japan’s road network, IT and business teams come together to create mobility services. In addition to the main work areas, there are multiple spaces for discussions and casual conversations, fostering active communication across floors. Muromachi Office 27 Google map Google map Google map The Nagoya office is home to teams such as the Data Analysis Division, KINTO ONE Development Division, IT/IS Division, and Development Support Division, as well as team members from KINTO Corporation who handle the business side. The space is filled with greenery, creating a comfortable environment where employees can work with ease. There's even a "campfire" area in the office that naturally draws people together at lunchtime, serving as a relaxing gathering spot. It's a workplace where focus and relaxation coexist in a calm and welcoming atmosphere.
  23. 28 Opened in June 2022 and renovated in March 2025,

    this office is home to members from the Group Core Systems Division, Platform Development Division, my route Development Group, and Toyota Woven City Payment Solution Development Group. With many of them belonging to the Group Core Systems Division, the office brings together a diverse team spanning multiple nationalities and specialties. In the break area, you'll find a custom-wrapped vending machine adding a unique touch to the space. Jimbocho Office Google map Google map Osaka Tech Lab was established in April 2022 and relocated to Umeda in June 2025. Today, it’s home to a diverse team that includes front-end and back-end engineers, data scientists, cloud security engineers, and mobile app developers, as well as specialists such as Product Managers (PdMs) and QA professionals. The lab emphasizes cross-functional collaboration beyond organizational boundaries, actively working to bring new ideas to life. Team members also engage in knowledge sharing through study sessions and events. Osaka Tech Lab Google map Google map
  24. 29 Opened in December 2025, Fukuoka Tech Lab aims to

    bolster engineer recruitment and technology outreach across Kyushu. It is currently home to product managers and security engineers, enabling seamless development across locations. Located in the convenient Tenjin area, the office offers a spacious open workspace with cutting-edge facilities that spark creativity. Passionate about shaping the future of mobility with technology, our team is committed to delivering services from Fukuoka to the world. Fukuoka Tech Lab Google map Google map
  25. 30 04 Working Environment and Systems Post-hire Training and Support

    We provide a variety of support to ensure comfort and ease for our mid-career employees. Training and support Conducted company-wide for the two first days after joining, with each manager explaining parts of the organization. Orientation for new-hires HR interviews are conducted after hiring to help you acclimatize yourself to the organization. Post-hire interview Each department to which employees are assigned has its own orientation and mentoring program. Departmental OJT, mentor system Other workshops Study sessions for knowledge necessary for business operations are held periodically. Tech Talks, LTs, and several other events are also held casually among colleagues. Company-wide study sessions Once a month, all offices are connected via ZOOM with the participation of all employees to create an atmosphere to work as one team even if the number of employees increases. Company-wide All Hands
  26. Work Structure and Holidays 31 Working system: Full-flexible working hours

    Working hours: 8 hours/day Working schedule Saturdays and Sundays National Holidays Holidays Other days designated by the Company Paid vacations (granted from date of hire) Maternity leave, before and after childbirth Vacations Childcare and nursing care leave 04 Working Environment and Systems
  27. Welfare Programs Partial subsidy of monthly rent (Stipulations for some

    grades only, for single employees, etc.) Housing Allowance 8,000 yen per month for subsidized meals (only for some grades) Meal Subsidy The company will subsidize a portion of the amount of Toyota Group stocks/credits by purchasing designated investment trusts. Investment Trust Accumulation Service For each dependent child under 18 years of age; 20,000 yen per month (only for some grades) Family Allowance Maximum age of child is 2 years old Proven track record, including male employees Childcare Leave The actual cost of the examination, which is approximately 30,000 yen, is available at Toyota Health Insurance for dependents aged 36 or older for a co-payment of 3,000 yen. Family Health Checkup Subsidies are provided when eligible KINTO services are contracted in the person's name. KINTO Subsidy Lump-sum retirement benefits and defined contribution pension plans Severance Payment This system allows you and your family members to purchase fire insurance, automobile insurance, and life insurance at a discount by taking advantage of the Toyota Group's economies of scale. Group Insurance Discount 32 04 Working Environment and Systems
  28. Work Environment and Working Style PCs can be chosen between

    Mac or Windows. Each staff will also receive a monitor/monitor stand equivalent to a 28-inch monitor. Choosing OS Books required for work can be purchased through the company. Purchased books are stored on the company's bookshelf and can be borrowed any time. Free Book Fees Allows employees to freely set their own working hours with the approval of their supervisor to suit their personal and family needs. We have many working mothers and fathers who work while balancing work and family, such as picking up and dropping off their children. Full-flex 33 04 Working Environment and Systems
  29. Parental Leave Stories Group Core Systems Division Paternity leave: Approx.

    1.5 months I started raising a child for the first time with my wife, who was on childcare leave, but decided to take childcare leave because my wife was taking on too much, so I wanted to be involved in it as much as possible, and our first son was so cute that I wanted to spend more time with him. What prompted you to take parental leave? Q1 I realized how difficult it was for my son to sleep when I wanted him to, to stop crying when I wanted him to, and to be in this state at all hours of the day. I think that taking paternity leave allowed my wife and I to spend time away from our children, both physically and mentally. By going out with a child in a stroller, I experienced firsthand both the warmth and coldness of society. One of the difficulties was that, for example, in commercial facilities, floors are moved by elevators, but even if the elevator is dedicated or priority elevators are used, they are often ignored, and it takes time to move, and in some cases, people have to give up. On the other hand, there were those who gave up their seats or gave up their space on the train, for example, and I could not help but feel grateful. What were some of the difficulties or concerns you had while on paternity leave? Q2 As is true of child-rearing itself, no matter how much joy, pleasure, and inspiration you receive from your children, child-rearing is hard and arduous, and cannot be weighed against or subtracted from such positive factors. I think it is important to cherish the emotions and joys of each moment without trying to forcefully calculate the positive and negative aspects, and how to make the best of the time to take a break and refresh oneself. Childcare leave can help, and we hope that you can make good adjustments and take advantage of it. Message to those who are planning to take paternity leave Q3 K.W. 34 04 Working Environment and Systems
  30. About the Selection 36 05 Job opportunities The process order

    is Document screening → Interview (1-3 times) → Job offer Step 01 Application *We are currently conducting interviews online. *We may ask you to submit assignments, etc. *We are flexible to accommodate casual interviews and office tours, so please do not hesitate to make a request! Step 02 Document screening Step 03 Interview (1-3 times) Assignment Submission (depending on job type) Step 04 Offer Interview Office Tour for those who wish to
  31. About Open Positions Front-end engineer Back-end engineer Full stack engineer

    Mobile Apps engineer Corporate engineer QA engineer Platform cloud engineer Product Manager/ Project Manager Data analyst Web Director/ Designer DX Director Corporate 37 05 Job opportunities