Adventure

Basic Information

Stock Code
6030
Industry
Services
Category Detail
Travel & Hotels
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
December 2006
Listing Year
December 2014
Official Website
https://jp.adventurekk.com/
TSE Information
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Overview

Adventure is a travel agency in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, established in 2006, with online travel booking services as its mainstay, and develops diverse travel products and investment businesses both domestically and internationally.

Current Situation

Adventure achieved consolidated sales of approximately ¥20 billion and operating profit of approximately ¥2.9 billion in the fiscal year ended June 2023, growing centered on skyticket for online air ticket reservations. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market, it has established its position in the services sector. Its main online travel services differentiate from competitors through ease of use and diverse plan offerings. In October 2023, it made Tabikobo a subsidiary through a third-party allotment of new shares, aiming to expand business and create synergies. Key technological innovations include enhancements to online booking site functions and strengthened multilingual support. In addition, it has initiated sustainability efforts considering environmental impact reduction and promotion of sustainable tourism. Medium- to long-term key goals include promoting digitalization, strengthening overseas expansion, and expanding investment business. Leveraging the recovery in domestic and international travel demand, it plans to continue active investments in new business areas.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • skyticket was one of the first in Japan to specialize in online air ticket reservations.
  • Multinational subsidiaries conduct unique expansions in local markets.
  • Collaboration with Tabikobo has expanded overseas package offerings.
  • Quickly strengthened online reservations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • President Nakamura has been involved in the travel industry for over 20 years since founding.
  • Registered as a Type 1 travel agency.
  • Head office in Ebisu Garden Place Tower, a popular business facility.
  • Overseas expansion of OTA systems into India and Philippines markets.

Hidden Connections

  • Synergy enhancement within the industry through Tabikobo subsidiary.
  • President Shunichi Nakamura owns approximately 60% of capital, ensuring management stability.
  • Multifaceted overseas travel product expansion through multiple local corporations.
  • Japan Master Trust Custody Bank as a major shareholder guarantees reliability.
  • Full subsidiary of Rad Kanko adds bus tour business.
  • Holds IATA accredited agent qualification.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Recovery in travel demand and expansion of overseas travel market
  • Service quality improvements through digitalization
  • Aggressive market development by overseas subsidiaries
  • Creation of new revenue sources through investment business
  • Diverse product rollout responding to customer needs
  • Expansion of environmentally considerate tourism
  • Efficiency gains through IT and AI technology utilization
  • Promotion of overseas travel via regulatory easing
  • Strengthened collaboration with partner companies

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve annual sales of ¥30 billion
  • Strengthen domestic and international travel reservation platforms
  • Provide sustainable tourism products for over 30%
  • Expand overseas market sales ratio to over 30%
  • Diversify revenue portfolio through investment business
  • Improve digital sales ratio to over 80%
  • Complete multilingual and multicultural customer support
  • Promote tourism development in collaboration with local communities
  • Expand initiatives aiming for zero environmental impact

Business Segments

Corporate Travel Services

Overview
Provides optimized travel plans and booking services tailored for corporate customers.
Competitiveness
Flexible customization and robust support system
Customers
  • Corporate business trip departments
  • Travel agencies
  • Educational travel groups
  • Sports groups
  • Government offices
Products
  • Group air ticket arrangements
  • Training trip planning
  • Sports expedition arrangements
  • Overseas inspection support

Travel-related System Provision

Overview
Provides IT solutions for the travel industry to improve operational efficiency.
Competitiveness
Industry-specific system development leveraging accumulated know-how
Customers
  • Travel agencies
  • Airlines
  • Accommodation facilities
  • OTA operators
Products
  • Online reservation systems
  • API integration services
  • Customer management systems

Investment Business

Overview
Engages in investments and strategic support in growth areas of the travel industry.
Competitiveness
Investment criteria utilizing industry expertise
Customers
  • Group companies
  • Venture companies
  • Financial institutions
Products
  • Investments in travel-related startups
  • M&A support
  • Business development consulting

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Superior usability specialized in online reservations
  • Wide range of air tickets handled with strong pricing competitiveness
  • Abundant lineup of domestic and international travel products
  • Solid financial base with ongoing profitability
  • Group of subsidiaries expanding globally
  • Prompt customer response services
  • Flexible planning capabilities not found at major travel agencies
  • Reliability as a listed company
  • Brand recognition of proprietary skyticket

Competitive Advantages

  • Online reservation focus enables quick response to market growth
  • Diversification of products through collaboration with subsidiary Tabikobo
  • Strength in providing OTA systems for overseas corporations
  • Funding capabilities from Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth listing
  • Local market development via multinational subsidiaries
  • Balance of region-focused tours and online reservations
  • Advanced system development and customer management technology
  • Capital strengthening through third-party allotment

Threats

  • Travel demand fluctuations due to pandemics like COVID-19
  • Intense price competition with major travel companies and OTAs
  • Cost increases from yen depreciation and other exchange rate fluctuations
  • Decline in inbound tourists due to unstable overseas situations
  • IT investment burden to keep pace with rapid technological innovation
  • Performance impacts from seasonal travel demand fluctuations
  • Compliance costs from strengthened personal data protection regulations
  • Shifts in demand due to emergence of alternative transportation
  • Challenges in responding to diversifying consumer preferences

Innovations

2023: Tabikobo made a subsidiary

Overview
Made Tabikobo a consolidated subsidiary by subscribing to third-party allotment of new shares, promoting business integration.
Impact
Successfully expanded product lineup and strengthened revenue base.

2022: Enhanced multilingual support for skyticket

Overview
Expanded English, Chinese, and Korean support for inbound foreign tourists.
Impact
Contributed to increased overseas users and sales.

2021: Introduced AI-based travel plan optimization

Overview
Analyzes customer preference data with AI to present optimal travel plans.
Impact
Achieved higher user satisfaction and increased booking rates.

2020: Enhanced online payment functions

Overview
Improved convenience by introducing diverse payment methods.
Impact
Contributed to higher booking completion rates and reduced customer drop-off.

Sustainability

  • Promotion of eco-tour development with environmental considerations
  • Expansion of paperless reservations and electronic tickets
  • Enhancement of services for people with disabilities
  • Promotion of sustainable tourism through collaboration with local communities
  • Implementation of environmental protection awareness activities at travel destinations