BLOCKSMITH&Co. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Tetsuya Sanada; hereinafter "BLOCKSMITH") is pleased to announce its technical partnership with the Okami Project, creators of the "Okami Wallet" and "Okami Card," which enable cryptocurrency-based payments.
BLOCKSMITH&Co. has applied its blockchain expertise to develop the "BLOCKSMITH WALLET," featuring proprietary key distribution and facial recognition technologies (patented).
This wallet was recently integrated into QAQA, a user-generated quiz app where players can earn rewards, and we will now support the further development of the Okami Wallet through this collaboration.
With over 10,000 users worldwide, the Okami Wallet continues to grow. Together, we aim to make it even more accessible, secure, and user-friendly.
Tetsuya Sanada, BLOCKSMITH&Co. CEO
"We are excited to support the growth of the Okami Wallet through our technical expertise.
We believe our experience in developing Web3 wallets will help enhance the wallet’s functionality, usability, and security.
Beyond this technical collaboration, we look forward to working closely with the Okami Project to drive broader adoption of Web3 technologies."
Kousei Mochizuki, Founder and CEO, Okami Project
"It is a great honor for the Okami Project to partner with BLOCKSMITH&Co.
With their technical support, we are confident that the Okami Wallet will evolve into an even safer, more convenient service.
We will keep innovating to make blockchain technology a part of everyday life, while advancing global initiatives for social good.
≪About BLOCKSMITH&Co.≫
Established in April 2022 as a Web3-focused subsidiary of KLab Inc., BLOCKSMITH&Co. is dedicated to developing original blockchain services by utilizing KLab’s extensive experience in game design, development, and operations.
Key achievements include the development of "Captain Tsubasa -RIVALS-"—a new blockchain game inspired by the iconic manga series, launched in January 2023—and the official release of "QAQA," a user-generated rewards quiz app, in December 2024.
BLOCKSMITH also holds two patents related to Web3 wallet technologies.
Company Name: BLOCKSMITH&Co.
President and CEO: Tetsuya Sanada
Establishment: April 1, 2022
Capital: 14,999,950 JPY
Head office: Roppongi Hills Mori Tower, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 106-6122
Business: Development and distribution of products such as blockchain technology and crypto assets utilising NFTs
URL：https://www.blocksmithand.co.jp/en/
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≪About the Okami Project≫
The Okami Project offers a platform for seamless management of cryptocurrency assets—from savings to everyday spending—while promoting social causes.
Through the Okami Wallet, users can manage cryptocurrencies and link them to the Okami Card for fiat payments at retailers and ATMs globally.
A portion of transaction fees is donated to animal rescue initiatives and welfare organizations.
Founder and CEO: Kousei Mochizuki
Website: https://okami.org/