What is Tablecross?
Founded in 2014, Tablecross Inc. operates as a Creating Shared Value (CSV) company dedicated to addressing the UN’s “No Hunger” Sustainable Development Goal and promoting Japanese food culture globally. The company has made a substantial impact by donating the equivalent of 300,000 school lunches to children in need. Tablecross is also committed to fostering connections between international travelers and local Japanese communities, focusing on regional revitalization, mitigating language barriers, and combating food insecurity and waste. By collaborating with local governments, restaurant clients, and individual hosts, Tablecross aims to drive tourism to less-visited regions of Japan and alleviate over-tourism.
How much funding has Tablecross raised?
Tablecross has raised a total of $2.2M across 1 funding round:
Series A
$2.2M
Series A (2023): $2.2M with participation from JTB Pte Ltd. and Shoku no Mirai Fund
Key Investors in Tablecross
JTB Pte Ltd.
JTB Corporation is a leading global travel and tourism service provider with a long-standing history in Japan, specializing in comprehensive travel planning, business travel management, and event coordination. Their involvement suggests a strategic alignment with Tablecross's mission to connect global travelers with local Japanese experiences and regional revitalization efforts.
Shoku no Mirai Fund
Shoku no Mirai Fund is an investment vehicle focused on the future of food, indicating a strategic interest in Tablecross's innovative approach to food culture, sustainability, and combating food insecurity.
What's next for Tablecross?
The recent major strategic investment, alongside the overall enterprise-level funding context, suggests Tablecross is in a growth phase, likely scaling its operations and expanding its reach. This capital infusion will probably be directed towards enhancing its CSV initiatives, strengthening partnerships for regional revitalization, and further developing its platform to bridge cultural and culinary divides. The company's focus on SDGs and food culture positions it for continued expansion and impact.
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