クラウドファンディング

くらうどふぁんでぃんぐ
noun
crowdfunding
business
1. crowdfunding
A method of raising funds by collecting small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the internet.
クラウドファンディング資金(しきん)(あつ)めた
They raised funds through crowdfunding.
We reached our funding goal through crowdfunding.
They launched a crowdfunding campaign for movie production.
They're developing a new product using crowdfunding.

Etymology: From English "crowdfunding." Often abbreviated as クラファン in casual speech.

Types of crowdfunding

Common collocations

Popular platforms in japan

  • CAMPFIRE
  • Makuake
  • READYFOR

Cultural note: Crowdfunding has become popular in Japan for creative projects, disaster relief, and small business ventures. The concept of gathering small contributions from many supporters resonates with traditional Japanese group-oriented values.