Report: Results of Crowdfunding Challenge for "Problematic Sea Urchin 'Ganzaze' Utilization Project" and Future Activities

Seagull Inn Co., Ltd., led by Representative Director Takahiro Kadoya, launched a crowdfunding campaign on READYFOR from December 28, 2025, to February 8, 2026. The project, named "Isoshio Countermeasure Project," focused on the complete utilization of the "Ganzaze" sea urchin, considered a nuisance, to combat marine desertification and foster a sustainable local economy. Despite receiving 520,000 JPY from 35 supporters, the campaign did not meet its 1,000,000 JPY target and was therefore unsuccessful under the All-or-Nothing funding model. The company expressed gratitude for the support and acknowledged the challenge of information dissemination. Seagull Inn remains committed to regenerating seaweed beds in Iki Island, Nagasaki Prefecture, and aims to create new industries from the presence of Ganzaze. Future plans include exploring different funding avenues and re-evaluating the project's scope.