Omakase Co., Ltd. Selected as Japan’s First Validator Partner of Major Custodian Service Provider BitGo
Omakase Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nishi-ku, Osaka City, CEO: Eisuke Watanabe, hereinafter “Omakase”) announces that it has been selected as the first domestic validator partner of cryptocurrency custodian BitGo Trust Company Inc. (Headquarters: South Dakota, USA, CEO: Mike Belshe, hereinafter “BitGo”).
In 2024, the approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs in the United States accelerated the inflow of funds into the cryptocurrency market. In particular, the Bitcoin ETF has already reached an asset management scale comparable to gold ETFs*1, and market expansion is expected in the future. Staking, as a means of income generation in the cryptocurrency space, is anticipated to see increased interest along with the expansion of the cryptocurrency market.
Omakase has over 20 blockchain validator operations experience as of February 13, 2025, and serves institutional investors and enterprises both domestically and internationally. In addition to providing technical support, Omakase also offers support for domestic marketing in collaboration with its parent company, Kudasai Co., Ltd.
Meanwhile, BitGo has been at the forefront of digital asset security, custody, and liquidity for institutional investors since its establishment in 2013, providing services to over 1,500 clients in more than 50 countries.
As interest in staking grows domestically, Omakase’s technical expertise (including the number of supported networks) and comprehensive blockchain project support were recognized by BitGo, leading to Omakase being selected as BitGo’s first domestic validator partner*2. This partnership allows customers to stake cryptocurrencies through Omakase while utilizing BitGo’s robust digital asset management services.
Initially, support will be provided for Bitcoin and related assets, Ethereum, and Berachain, with plans to further expand the scope of supported assets in the future. Omakase and BitGo share the common goal of expanding the domestic staking market and will continue to provide safe and reliable staking services to more customers.
Comments from Stakeholders
Abel Seow, Head of APAC Sales, BitGo
Japan is an attractive cryptocurrency market, and the demand for staking by institutional investors is higher than ever. BitGo is committed to providing the security and reliability that institutional investors need to stake with confidence. Omakase has advanced technical expertise, extensive network support, and a successful track record as a validator, making it an ideal partner to accelerate the adoption of staking among institutional investors in Japan. We are delighted to welcome Omakase as our first Japanese validator partner. We look forward to collaborating and shaping the future of staking together.
Esuke Watanabe, CEO, Omakase
Until now, there has been no validator partner in Japan for BitGo. As interest in staking grows in Japan, I am confident that our partnership with BitGo, the most trusted name in digital asset custody, will be a major turning point for Omakase and the Japanese staking market. Through this collaboration with BitGo, Omakase will bring enterprise-grade security and reliability to the staking space. We are excited to contribute to the expansion of Japan’s staking market alongside BitGo, a pioneer in the custody industry.
*1: Coindesk, Bitcoin ETF to Soon Surpass Gold ETF in Assets Under Management
*2: As of February 13, 2025, Omakase is the only company in Japan.
About Omakase Inc.
Omakase Inc. was established in January 2024 as a subsidiary of the engineering department of Kudasai Inc. The company primarily focuses on the operation, development, and maintenance of validators for both domestic and international projects, as well as consulting services related to surrounding technologies. As of April 2024, Omakase is managing validator operations with over 20 billion yen in delegated digital assets.
Company Overview
Name: Omakase Inc.
Location: 1-2-21, Tatsuibori, Nishi Ward, Osaka, 2F
Representative: Esuke Watanabe
Established: January 26, 2024
Business Activities: Blockchain validator operations and technical support
Company URL: https://0xmakase.co.jp/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/0xmakase_jp
Contact: contact@0xmakase.co.jp
About BitGo
BitGo is a leading infrastructure provider for digital asset solutions. It offers custody, wallets, staking, trading, lending, and payments related to regulated cold storage. Established in 2013, BitGo was the first digital asset company focused on services for institutional investors. BitGo is committed to the advancement of a borderless digital financial services economy, operating 24/7, 365 days a year. The company works with multiple trust companies around the world, and as a result, it is trusted by over 1,500 institutional investors across 50 countries. BitGo provides a secure and operational foundation for global top brands, cryptocurrency exchanges, and platforms. Additionally, BitGo safely holds approximately 20% of Bitcoin’s on-chain transaction value, making it the largest independent digital asset custodian.
For more information, please visit www.bitgo.com.