The Why How Do Company (THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社) is a Japanese company established in 2004, headquartered in Tokyo. It focuses on developing IoT solutions and platform services primarily for smartphones, along with various other business areas including education, event planning, intellectual property management, and real estate leasing. The company is also involved in the entertainment business and operates subsidiaries such as WHDC Acrodea and Shibuya Nikuyokocho. Its philosophy centers on pursuing the reasons why and how people live to foster sustainable corporate growth and societal contribution. Key points about the company include:
- Founded: July 12, 2004
- Location: Tokyo, Japan
- Business scope: Smartphone services, IoT solutions, education, event planning, intellectual property, real estate leasing, and entertainment
- Market: Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange
- Philosophy: Focus on "WHY (why we live)" and "HOW (how we live)" for sustainable growth
- Business model platform aiming for corporate growth and joint prosperity with human resources
- Capital and financials: Capital of around 1.6 billion yen as of 2024, and revenue of about 747 million yen (consolidated, fiscal 2024)
- Employees: About 31 on a consolidated basis as of fiscal 2024
- Recent developments include expansion of entertainment business and strategic subsidiaries
This overview encapsulates the core business, mission, and operations of The Why How Do Company.