KKday secures about US$70 million to expand global reach via M&A, strategic partnerships

KKday announced that it has raised about $70 million in funding, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy. This investment, supported by both new investors and existing shareholders, together with several credit lines from financial institutions, underscores the confidence in KKday’s vision and growth potential in the travel tech sector.

Financing highlights:

Topline: The financing comes as KKday is achieving all-time highs in monthly GMV generated by strong rebounding in domestic and international travel demand, paired with strict customer acquisition cost controls;

Financing Details: Approximately $70 million in funding, with commitments from Cool Japan Fund, Taiwan’s National Development Fund, ZUU & De Capital Fund, CHBVC, and Darwin Ventures, together with several credit lines from financial institutions;

Company Plans: 1) Mergers and acquisitions in the Asia-Pacific region to enhance the company’s market position; 2) Heavily invest in artificial intelligence and research projects; 3) Attract top-tier talent in key markets;

Japan Expansion: KKday has partnered with Jalan, Japan’s largest accommodation booking platform, offering users seamless access to nearly 10,000 Japanese accommodations; The company has also collaborated with Tabelog, Japan’s premier restaurant review platform, allowing KKday users to make reservations at over 42,000 popular restaurants across Japan;

B2B Services:  KKday’s rezio service is revolutionizing operations for local experience suppliers by providing tools for real-time inventory management and dynamic pricing, enhancing efficiency and profitability for small to medium-sized tour operators

The financing includes commitments from Cool Japan Fund, Taiwan’s National Development Fund, ZUU & De Capital Fund, CHBVC, and Darwin Ventures, together with several credit lines from financial institutions. The investment comes as KKday achieves all-time highs in monthly GMV generated by strong rebounding in domestic and international travel demand, paired with strict customer acquisition cost controls.

KKday will strategically allocate funds to fuel growth plans, including a significant portion earmarked towards mergers and acquisitions in the Asia-Pacific region to enhance the company’s market position. To maintain its technological edge, KKday will heavily invest in artificial intelligence and research projects. Additionally, the company aims to deepen its presence across the Asia-Pacific region by attracting top-tier talent in key markets, further solidifying its position as a leader in the travel experience sector.

“We’re excited to leverage these resources to expand our footprint, invest in cutting-edge technology, and bring unparalleled travel experiences to a global audience,” said Ming Chen, Founder and CEO of KKda

Tapping into Japan’s position as Asia’s premier travel destination, KKday has allocated significant resources to enhancing the company’s position in Japan with a focus on B2C products. KKday has partnered with Jalan, Japan’s largest accommodation booking platform, offering users seamless access to nearly 10,000 Japanese accommodations directly through the KKday app. Furthermore, a groundbreaking collaboration with Tabelog, Japan’s premier restaurant review platform, now allows KKday users to make reservations at over 42,000 popular restaurants across Japan, enhancing the culinary aspect of travel experiences. These collaborations further reinforce KKday’s reputation as a Japan travel expert, providing users with insider access to authentic and high-quality Japanese experiences that go beyond typical tourist offerings.

In the B2B sector, KKday continues to expand its offerings. The company’s rezio is focusing on operations for local experience suppliers by providing tools for real-time inventory management and dynamic pricing. This strengthened supplier network enables KKday to offer more diverse and authentic experiences to travellers. KKday has also established new integrations with industry leaders like Viator, GetYourGuide (GYG), Agoda, and Google Things to Do, etc, expanding its global reach and product offerings.

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