Degica Co., Ltd. was founded on June 13, 2005, in Tokyo, Japan, by Jack Momose. The company has established itself as a pioneering payment processing service provider with a strong focus on bridging global businesses and the Japanese eCommerce market. Degica’s mission revolves around simplifying access to Japan’s complex digital economy, enabling local and international merchants to navigate the market effectively through their innovative payment platform, KOMOJU.
KOMOJU, launched in August 2015, is a versatile payment solution designed to facilitate seamless transactions for merchants operating in Japan and abroad. It supports compliance with local regulations and consumer preferences while adhering to international security standards such as PCI DSS and ISO 27001. KOMOJU has grown into the fastest growing Japanese payment platform, servicing over 2,500 merchants daily and expanding its reach to regions including South Korea, China, and Europe.
Beyond payment processing, Degica offers comprehensive eCommerce services including localization and optimization of online businesses in Japan, direct hosting of eShops, and providing multiple domestic payment methods. The company has developed strong partnerships with global digital and gaming industry leaders like Valve Corporation, Razer Inc., and HTC Vive.
Degica also operates a games division known as Degica Games, which specializes in localizing Japanese games for the global market. Notable titles under its portfolio include the RPG Maker franchise, DoDonPachi Resurrection, and DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours, among others. The company’s efforts in gaming extend into genres like fighting games, visual novels, and indie adventure games.
With a workforce of between 51 and 200 employees, Degica supports remote work options and maintains a reputation for innovation and secure, efficient financial technology tailored to the Japanese and broader Asian markets. Its commitment to facilitating global access to Japan’s eCommerce ecosystem positions it as a vital player in financial and retail technology sectors.