Mercari Targets Double-Digit Growth in US Marketplace with Focus on Hobbies, Entertainment

Japanese e-commerce company Mercari is aiming to sustain double-digit revenue growth in its U.S. Marketplace business, fueled by increasing demand in categories like entertainment, hobbies, and fashion, according to Chief Financial Officer Sayaka Eda.

Leadership at Mercari

Mercari’s leadership includes Shintaro Yamada, who serves as Director, Representative Executive Officer, and CEO of Mercari, Inc. And also as CEO of Mercari, Inc. (US). Sayaka Eda holds the position of Director, Executive Officer, Senior Vice President of Corporate, and Chief Financial Officer [Mercari Leadership]. Masato Yamamoto is an Executive Officer and Senior Vice President of Japan Business, also serving as a Director of Merpay, Inc. And Mercoin, Inc. [Mercari Leadership]

Recent Executive Appointments

In September 2024, Mercari appointed Shiho Konno, Kumi Fujisawa, Mayumi Umezawa, and Kikka Hanazawa as recent directors, shifting to a new executive structure [Mercari New Directors]. Sayaka Eda’s role is expected to contribute to diversity in decision-making [Mercari SVP Appointment].

Sayaka Eda’s Background

Sayaka Eda is the Executive Officer/CFO at Mercari Inc. [Bloomberg Profile].

Looking Ahead

Mercari’s focus on these key categories signals a strategic move to capitalize on evolving consumer interests and drive continued growth in the competitive U.S. E-commerce landscape.