Blue Clean

What Blue Clean does

Blue Clean (ブルークリーン株式会社) is a Tokyo-based specialized cleaning and bio-recovery services company founded in 2018 that addresses biological contamination risks in residential and commercial properties across Japan. The company applies a proprietary methodology called Bio Recovery®, which is adapted from US ABRA (American Bio Recovery Association) standards and CDC/WHO guidelines to suit Japanese building materials and climate. Its service portfolio is organized into two streams: Remediation Services covering trauma scene response (lonely death and crime scene cleanup), odor control, mold and pet stain remediation, restoration (fire soot and flood contamination), pest control, and property/estate cleanup; and Prevention Services including air quality surveys, odor measurement, mold investigation, and elderly safety confirmation/residence support. Service quality is verified through objective instrumentation, principally ATP (adenosine triphosphate) bioluminescence testing and multi-gas meters, with the Goldmorr system used for mold remediation. Pricing is quote-based per project, with published case study fees ranging from ¥38,000 for light residential contamination to over ¥2,000,000 for severe flood or wall contamination work.

The company's customer base is bifurcated between enterprise accounts and individual consumers. Primary B2B segments include real estate management companies and property owners handling tenant turnover, post-incident remediation, and welfare housing support, with named customers spanning SOMPO Care (senior care), CITY-HOUSING, White Homes, REAL ONE, Nichichoku, Minorasu Holdings, Arcmeal (food service), and Trigger Trend. The primary B2C segment is individual homeowners and tenants facing hoarding situations, pet contamination, mold problems, persistent odors, or trauma scene aftermath. The company has completed more than 4,400 cases and reports a 97% customer satisfaction rate, distributing services through phone consultation (0120-552-052), website inquiry forms, LINE messaging, and on-site delivery.

Blue Clean's go-to-market blends enterprise field sales with direct-to-consumer outreach. Demand generation is content-led: an extensive owned blog/column site covering 10+ specialty cleaning topics, a YouTube channel (特殊清掃ch｜すーさん) with 53,000 subscribers featuring Director Suzuki Ryota, corporate Facebook and X (Twitter) accounts, LINE messaging integration, and earned media through ABEMA Prime TV appearances plus regular columns in 日刊SPA! and bizSPA! fresh. The company is privately held with no disclosed external investment, no parent company, no subsidiaries, and operates out of its headquarters in Ota Ward, Tokyo, primarily serving the Kanto Region with nationwide on-site service capability. Revenue, headcount, and funding data are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Blue Clean

Legal name

ブルークリーン株式会社

Website

https://b-clean.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Blue Clean (ブルークリーン株式会社) is a Tokyo-based specialized cleaning and bio-recovery company founded in 2018, serving real estate managers, senior care facilities, and individual homeowners in Japan with trauma scene cleanup, odor control, mold remediation, pest control, and disaster restoration using its proprietary Bio Recovery® methodology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialized Cleaning & Biohazard Remediation Services

NAICS

Remediation Services (562910), Remediation and Other Waste Management Services (5629), Waste Management and Remediation Services (562)

SIC

Sanitary Services (4950), Hazardous Waste Management (4955)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPALALAE

Containment, Decontamination & Negative Air Systems (Setup/Monitoring)

Business & Public Services/Waste Management & Remediation Services/Asbestos, Lead & Mold Abatement Services

SECONDARYHSAPAOAD

Smoke, Soot & Odor Remediation

Home & Personal Services/Residential Renovation Services/Fire, Water & Storm Damage Restoration (Residential Rebuild)

SECONDARYHSAEAHAN

Fire/Smoke Damage Cleaning & Sanitization

Home & Personal Services/Home Cleaning & Housekeeping/Disinfection/Sanitization & Biohazard Cleaning

Keywords

• Specialized cleaning services
• Trauma scene cleanup
• Odor control remediation
• Mold remediation services
• Disaster restoration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ota, Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Specialized Cleaning Services: One-time professional services including trauma scene cleanup, odor control, mold remediation, pest control, fire/water damage restoration, garbage removal, and restoration work. Pricing varies significantly based on property size, contamination level, and scope of work.
2. Prevention and Survey Services: Air quality surveys, odor measurement, mold inspection, and safety/welfare confirmation services for preventive maintenance and risk assessment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Blue Clean provides specialized bio-recovery and environmental hygiene remediation services in Japan, applying its proprietary Bio Recovery® methodology adapted from US ABRA standards. Core services include trauma scene cleanup, scientific odor control, mold and pet stain remediation, pest control, fire and water damage restoration, property cleanup and remaining item removal, environmental remediation construction, and prevention offerings such as air quality surveys and safety confirmation support for senior residents. Each engagement is delivered on-site by certified technicians with numerical verification of remediation outcomes via ATP testing and multi-gas meters.

Product overview

Blue Clean is a specialized cleaning and environmental hygiene remediation company operating in Japan, offering a comprehensive portfolio of bio-risk management services. The core offering is the proprietary バイオリカバリー® (Bio-Recovery®) methodology, a scientific approach based on US ABRA standards adapted for Japanese environments. Services are organized into two main categories: Remediation Services (対処) covering trauma scene response, odor control, pest control, mold remediation, fire/water damage restoration, and property cleanup; and Prevention Services (予防) including air quality surveys, odor measurement, mold assessment, and safety confirmation support. The company emphasizes evidence-based quality through numerical verification using ATP testing and multi-gas meters, applying CDC/WHO guidelines to deliver world-standard environmental hygiene outcomes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• バイオリカバリー® (Bio Recovery®): A proprietary scientific methodology for bio-risk removal, adapted from US ABRA standards for the Japanese market, applied to all company services.

Products and services

• Bio Recovery® (バイオリカバリー®) Methodology A proprietary scientific methodology for environmental hygiene restoration based on US ABRA (American Bio-Recovery Association) standards, adapted for Japanese building materials and climate. Applies CDC/WHO guidelines with numerical verification using ATP testing and multi-gas meters to identify contamination sources, quantify residual risks, and confirm that remediation meets administrative standards. Used as the unifying technical framework for all Blue Clean services.
• Trauma Scene Response (トラウマシーン対応) Specialized cleanup service for trauma scenes including unattended deaths (孤独死) and crime scenes. Removes bodily fluid contamination, applies scientific deodorization, and restores the environment to safe, habitable condition while remaining considerate to bereaved families and neighbors. Targeted at property owners, family members, and real estate managers dealing with the aftermath of traumatic incidents.
• Odor Control (臭気コントロール) Scientific odor elimination service that identifies root causes of persistent odor and decomposes odor molecules at the source rather than masking them, including the use of industrial ozone deodorization equipment. Includes post-service numerical verification to confirm the odor has been eliminated. Used by homeowners and property managers facing persistent odor problems.
• Mold & Pet Stain Remediation (カビ・ペット汚れ対処) Fundamental mold and pet stain remediation service that investigates humidity and mold species, applies the world-standard Goldmorr mold remediation system for comprehensive removal, prevention treatment, and recurrence prevention, and protects occupant health and building asset value. Used by homeowners, tenants, and care facilities for persistent mold problems.
• Pest Control (ペストコントロール) Pest control service delivered as part of comprehensive bio-risk management, addressing pest infestations that often accompany contaminated, hoarding, or neglected properties. Provided by certified pest control technicians and integrated with broader cleanup and deodorization work.
• Restoration (レストレーション) Fire soot and flood contamination restoration service using advanced technology for debris removal, decontamination, and sanitation recovery. Delivered with speed to support safe business reopening for affected commercial properties. Used by businesses and property owners recovering from fire, smoke, or water damage events.
• Cleaning & Remaining Item Removal (片付け / 残置物撤去) Property cleanup and debris removal service that covers garbage house and hoarding cleanouts as well as estate liquidation support, including the sorting of valuables and memorabilia for bereaved families. Used by families managing estates and property owners clearing severely cluttered units.
• Environmental Remediation Construction (環境整備工事) Construction and remediation work to restore environmental conditions following contamination or damage, complementing the cleaning and deodorization services with structural restoration where required. Used when standard cleaning alone is insufficient to return a property to safe use.
• Air Quality Survey & Environmental Measurement (空気質調査・環境測定) Air quality investigation and environmental measurement service that analyzes unidentified odors and identifies pollution sources, providing objective data using chemical and instrumental analysis before complaints or incidents arise. Targeted at facilities and property managers seeking proactive environmental risk management.
• Odor Survey & Measurement (臭気調査・測定) Odor investigation and measurement service using multi-gas meters and other professional instrumentation to identify and quantify odor sources for proactive management. Used by facility managers and property owners to detect and address odor risks before tenant or neighbor complaints arise.
• Mold Survey & Measurement (カビ調査・測定) Mold investigation and measurement service for early detection, species identification, and prevention of mold-related issues before they require full remediation. Used by homeowners, care facilities, and property managers seeking early-warning mold assessments.
• Safety Confirmation & Residence Support (安否確認 / 居住支援) Safety confirmation and residence support service, particularly targeting elderly or vulnerable residents to prevent and respond to isolation incidents and the resulting contamination events. Used by senior housing operators, welfare housing programs, and families of at-risk relatives.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% customer satisfaction rate across 4,000+ completed projects
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Stericycle: Publicly listed US firm providing regulated waste management, including hazardous and biohazardous waste streams. Compares to Blue Clean's biohazard/decontamination work from the regulated waste disposal side.
• ISS A/S: Global facility services provider including cleaning, hygiene, and workplace services. Relevant peer for the broader facility/cleaning model Blue Clean operates, though at much larger scale and with generalist positioning.
• Rentokil Initial: Global hygiene and pest control services group with significant operations in Japan. Overlaps with Blue Clean's pest control, odor management, and hygiene services from a multinational incumbent angle.
• Belfor Property Restoration: Global disaster recovery and property restoration provider covering fire, water, and contamination events. Overlaps with Blue Clean's fire/water restoration and decontamination services as a much larger incumbent.
• ServiceMaster Restore: Large, established US franchise network providing disaster restoration, including fire/smoke and water damage recovery. Operates in the same restoration space as Blue Clean's レストレーション line but with much broader geographic and service scope.
• Paul Davis Restoration: North American franchise system for residential and commercial restoration after fire, water, and mold damage. Comparable to Blue Clean's restoration, mold remediation, and odor control offerings but operating at significantly greater scale.
• Duskin Co., Ltd. (ダスキン): Japan's largest franchised cleaning and hygiene services company. Operates broadly in residential and commercial cleaning with some overlap into mold and sanitation, but lacks Blue Clean's biohazard/trauma specialization.

Direct peers

• Aftermath Inc: US-based specialist in trauma scene, biohazard, and unattended death cleanup. Closest international analogue to Blue Clean's core remediation business and shared reliance on ABRA-derived standards and protocols.
• Trauma Clean 24: UK-based biohazard and trauma scene cleaning specialist offering crime scene, unattended death, and hazardous waste remediation. Directly comparable service line to Blue Clean's trauma scene and odor control offerings.

Regional players

• Sanix Holdings: Japanese listed group active in environmental sanitation, pest control, and recycling. Compares to Blue Clean's pest control and sanitation work, with similar Japan-focused service delivery but broader environmental services exposure.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Blueclean0
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCpy7KGyObK0mLzArY8-BveA
• Facebookfacebook.com/BlueClean1

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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