Global Trust Networks

What Global Trust Networks does

Global Trust Networks Co., Ltd. (GTN) is a Tokyo-headquartered private company founded in 2006 that operates an integrated foreign-resident support platform in Japan, with 251-500 employees of whom approximately 70% are foreign nationals from 20+ countries and regions. Its foundational product is TrustNet21, a rent guarantee service that replaces traditional guarantor requirements for foreign tenants, supported by a proprietary web-based agency management system called HONEST used by over 1,000 registered real estate agencies. Around this guarantee core, GTN has assembled a vertically integrated service stack: GTN Mobile (MVNO service on SoftBank's network with pre-arrival SIM pickup at major Japanese airports), the GTN Epos Card (foreign-resident credit card in partnership with Epos Card), a driver's license loan guarantee product (13.2% APR, 1-36 installments, accepted by 470+ driving schools), the GTN Fair Lease master-lease/sublease model (operated via subsidiary GCS), 24/7 multilingual advisory services in up to 25 languages (GTN Advisors and the GTN Assistants mobile app), translation services across 14+ languages, specified-skills worker registration support for corporate clients, and overseas direct recruitment from Mongolia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Korea, Taiwan, Nepal, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The company has handled 700,000+ cumulative cases and 200,000+ annual cases across customers originating from 160+ countries.

The company monetizes through a mix of subscription and transaction-fee revenue streams: rent guarantee commission from property owners, monthly SIM and credit-card subscription fees, interest and guarantee fees on consumer loans, per-character translation pricing (starting at 5,500 JPY minimum), success-based recruitment placement fees, monthly per-worker fees for specified-skills support, and lease-up management fees (approximately 10% of rent) in the Fair Lease model. Distribution operates through direct sales to corporate HR departments and property owners, a registered agency network using the HONEST platform, partner driving schools, university and language-school referral channels, and self-serve digital platforms (BEST-ESTATE.JP and Jinzai Bank JOB) reaching 80,000+ and 200,000+ foreign users respectively. GTN has raised approximately $10.3M in disclosed funding (2018 round from MARUI GROUP, SBI Shinsei Bank, Shinsei Bank; 2021 round led by Nissay Capital), acquired Sushi Bomber in April 2026 (rebranded as GTN Career Co., Ltd.), and is piloting the i.i.imabari! multilingual government app with Imabari City.

Name

Global Trust Networks

Legal name

Global Trust Networks Co., Ltd.

Website

https://gtn.co.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Global Trust Networks (GTN) is a Tokyo-based private company founded in 2006 that provides an integrated support platform for foreign residents in Japan, offering rent guarantee, master-lease subletting, MVNO mobile, credit cards, consumer loans, recruitment, translation, and 24/7 multilingual lifestyle advisory across 20+ languages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Foreign Resident Support Services

NAICS

Other Insurance Funds (52519)

SIC

Insurance Agents, Brokers & Service (6411)

akta.pro primary industry

Shared Accommodation Networks (Homestay/Roomshare Clubs) (THAMAIAJ)

Keywords

• Foreign resident services
• Rent guarantee services
• Multilingual lifestyle support
• Cross-border recruitment
• International housing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Rent Guarantee Service (TrustNet21): GTN provides rent guarantee to foreign residents, earning commission from property owners and management companies. The service includes bundled lifestyle support, creating recurring revenue through annual guarantee contracts with high renewal rates given the ongoing need for foreign resident housing support.
2. Driver's License Loan Guarantee: GTN guarantees installment loans for foreigners to pay driving school fees, earning interest spread (13.2% APR) and guarantee fees. Revenue is earned as a percentage of the loan amount through Epos Card partnership.
3. GTN Mobile (Telecom Services): MVNO mobile service targeting foreign residents without Japanese credit history. Revenue generated through monthly SIM fees, device installment sales, and carrier partnership margins. Partnerships with SoftBank enable quality network access.
4. GTN Epos Card (Credit Card): Foreign-resident-specific credit card issued in partnership with Epos Card. Revenue from transaction fees and revolving interest. Entry fee and annual fee free for foreign residents.
5. Human Resource / Recruitment Services: Job placement and recruitment services for foreign workers, charging employers success-based placement fees. Includes overseas direct hiring (Mongolia, Vietnam, Myanmar, etc.) with interview arrangement, candidate screening, and onboarding support.
6. Specified Skills Registration Support: Legal obligation fulfillment for companies hiring specified skilled workers. GTN serves as registered support organization handling all 10 mandatory support items in up to 16 languages, charging monthly service fees per foreign worker.
7. Translation Services: Native speaker translation for Japanese-to-foreign language documents (real estate contracts, legal documents, business materials) in 14+ languages, priced per character with minimum order of 5,500 JPY.
8. Living Support / GTN Assistants: Comprehensive living support service for foreign workers covering housing arrangement (GTN lease-up scheme), mobile, finance, orientation, and ongoing lifestyle consultation. Revenue from management fees on lease-up arrangements (approx. 10% of rent included in monthly charge).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Global Trust Networks (GTN) provides integrated life support services for foreign residents in Japan, anchored by its TrustNet21 rent guarantee product that replaces traditional Japanese guarantors. The company bundles housing, mobile telecommunications (GTN Mobile), credit cards, translation, recruitment, and 24/7 multilingual lifestyle consultation into a one-stop ecosystem, serving both individual foreign residents and the Japanese corporations, real estate companies, and local governments that interact with them.

Product overview

Global Trust Networks operates as a comprehensive life support enterprise for foreign residents in Japan, offering a multi-product portfolio organized around core guarantee services and supplementary lifestyle platforms. The flagship TrustNet21 rent guarantee service serves as the foundational product, enabling landlords to accept foreign tenants by replacing traditional guarantor requirements. GTN extends this core offering through related services including the GTN Fair Lease master-lease model for properties preferring indirect rental arrangements, and the Driver's License Loan Guarantee addressing mobility needs. The GTN Mobile telecommunications service provides SIM cards with foreigner-accessible contract terms. Supporting platforms include GTN Advisors (24-hour multilingual consultation), GTN Assistants App (mobile hub for consolidated services), GTN Translation (multilingual document services), and GTN Housing Search (real estate mediation). For employment support, GTN operates the Human Resource Bank JOB/Biz recruitment platforms and provides Specified Skilled Worker registration support plus Overseas Direct Recruitment services across multiple Asian markets. Media and information offerings include GTN WOW (editorial content platform) and GTN Magazine (lifestyle guide). The recent 2026 portfolio addition includes GTN Career, a rebranded entity from the Sushi Bomber acquisition combining education and recruitment services. A notable 2026 partnership initiative is the i.i.imabari! municipal app developed with Imabari City, featuring AI-powered consultation capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GTN Fair Lease: A master-lease model where GTN Group (via subsidiary GCS) becomes the tenant and sublets to foreign residents, enabling landlords and property managers to accept foreign tenants without direct GTN guarantee.
• GTN Assistants
• TrustNet21
• GTN Mobile
• GTN WOW
• GTN翻訳

Products and services

• TrustNet21 Rent Guarantee Service Rent guarantee service that serves as an alternative to traditional guarantors for foreign residents renting in Japan, with pre-arrival screening, no guarantor requirement, and bundled 24/7 multilingual lifestyle support.
• GTN Fair Lease Master-lease and sublease service where GTN Group acts as the tenant and subleases to foreign residents, enabling property owners to accept foreign tenants without direct contracts; GCS handles contract management with 20+ language support and 24/7 resident assistance.
• GTN Driver's License Loan Guarantee

Quantifiable outcome

• 96%+ guarantee application approval rate for foreign residents
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 今治市 (Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 January 2026GTN and Imabari City (with ~4,600 foreign residents) are conducting a pilot program for the multilingual government communication app 'i.i.imabari! from abroad.' The app delivers disaster alerts, AI chat consultation, and government information in multiple languages. Mediphone provides medical interpretation integration. This is GTN's flagship public affairs initiative demonstrating its municipal government solution capabilities.
• メディフォン (Mediphone Co., Ltd.)coreTechnology or IntegrationMediphone provides the mediPhone Assistance Line medical interpretation service integrated within the i.i.imabari! from abroad app, enabling foreign residents to access hospital search and medical interpretation through GTN's government communication platform.
• モンゴル国立科学技術大学 (Mongolian National University of Science and Technology / MUST)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGTN Mongolia has a business partnership with Mongolia's top science/engineering university for recruiting technical talent (mechanical, electrical, IT engineers, CAD operators). The university serves as GTN's primary pipeline for Japanese-hiring engineering graduates.
• モンゴル労働省付属労働・福祉サービス庁 (Mongolian Ministry of Labor's Labor and Welfare Services Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGTN Mongolia is the only company designated as a pre-departure training institution (特定技能研修機関) by this government body, enabling GTN to conduct legally certified pre-arrival training for specified skilled workers before they depart for Japan.
• 65+ Partner Japanese Language Schools and Universities (including Tokyo University, Waseda University, Keio University)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGTN has established partnerships with over 65 Japanese language schools and universities including top institutions such as Tokyo University, Waseda University, and Keio University. These institutions serve as referral channels for student housing services and career placement, with GTN providing multilingual support infrastructure for international students.
• 株式会社エポスカード (Epos Card Co., Ltd.)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEpos Card is GTN's exclusive partner for the GTN Epos Card (foreign-resident credit card) and GTN's driver's license loan guarantee product. Epos Card handles credit card issuance, payment processing, and financing infrastructure. Founded in 2004 as part of the Marui Group, Epos Card provides the backend financial infrastructure for GTN's consumer finance offerings.
• ソフトバンク (SoftBank Corp.)coreTechnology or IntegrationSoftBank provides the network infrastructure for GTN Mobile's MVNO service, enabling GTN to offer reliable voice and data services to foreign residents. This partnership, established early in GTN Mobile's history, enabled the switch from slower SIM providers to high-quality SoftBank network coverage.
• 日本クリケット協会 (Japan Cricket Association)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGTN serves as a 'coexistence partner' (共生パートナー) of the Japan Cricket Association, supporting cricket as a vehicle for multicultural coexistence. GTN co-sponsored the Embassy Cup 2024 cricket tournament and conducted joint content initiatives featuring ex-professional baseball player Kimura Shogo's cricket career transition.
• 470+ Partner Driving Schools NationwideminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA network of over 470 driving schools across Japan accept GTN's driver's license loan guarantee, providing multilingual support (English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Tagalog, Nepali, Bengali, etc.) for foreign residents seeking to obtain Japanese driver's licenses.
• Sun Asterisk Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSun Asterisk utilizes GTN's human resource placement services for foreign talent acquisition. An interview case study was published in December 2025 detailing improved foreign hiring rates following GTN partnership implementation.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• KEN Corporation: Specializes in luxury and expat-oriented Tokyo residential leasing with multilingual support, comparable to GTN's premium foreign-resident housing service. Operates in same niche with similar foreign-affiliated client base.
• Plus Inc. Japanese real estate services company operating a rent guarantee business for foreign residents, directly competing with GTN's TrustNet21 product in the same customer segment and channel (partner real estate agencies).
• Cross House Co., Ltd. Tokyo-based real estate agency specializing in rentals for foreign residents in Japan, offering multilingual property search and contract support. Closely comparable to GTN's BEST-ESTATE.JP platform and housing mediation services.

Broad incumbents

• SoftBank Corp. Japan's third-largest mobile carrier and GTN Mobile's underlying network provider. Comparable as a major MVNO infrastructure player in the foreign-resident telecom segment; SoftBank is both partner and potential competitor to GTN Mobile.
• Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd. Japan's largest HR services conglomerate (Indeed, SUUMO, Rikunabi). Directly comparable to GTN's HR placement business and job platform (Jinzai Bank JOB), but at vastly greater scale with broader target segments.
• Epos Card Co., Ltd. Marui Group consumer finance subsidiary and GTN's exclusive partner for the GTN Epos Card credit card and driver's license loan guarantee products. Comparable as a Japanese consumer finance player serving the foreign-resident credit segment.
• Daiwa Living Co., Ltd. Major Japanese rental property management company (Daiwa House group subsidiary) with extensive nationwide portfolio. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering rental management services that intersect with GTN's property owner customer base.
• Leopalace21 Corporation: One of Japan's largest apartment rental and management companies with nationwide footprint. While not foreign-resident focused, it competes in the broader rent guarantee and managed housing space where GTN's Fair Lease master-lease model operates.
• Mynavi Corporation: Major Japanese staffing and recruitment firm placing both domestic and international job seekers. Comparable to GTN's HR placement and specified skilled worker support business, with broader scale and segment coverage.

Emerging players

• HR Tech / BizReach Inc. Japanese HR tech operator of the BizReach executive job platform and HRMOS ATS. Comparable to GTN's corporate recruitment and talent platform services for Japanese companies hiring professional staff.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors9 records

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M&A

Investments

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