Let's Work Together
To Build for the Future.
Our Future.
Our name, “Daruma,”
comes from a traditional Japanese doll,
often recognized as a symbol of persistence and resistance against adversity.
These are the core concepts and philosophy of our organization and working ethics towards our goal, since it requires time and effort from all of us to win this big fight against homelessness and poverty.
Our name, “Daruma,”
comes from a traditional Japanese doll,
often recognized as a symbol of persistence and resistance against adversity.
These are the core concepts and philosophy of our organization and working ethics towards our goal, since it requires time and effort from all of us to win this big fight against homelessness and poverty.
We Fight Against Homelessness
On every given night, more than 500,000 individuals are sleeping on streets, without a roof over their head.
We have been aware and addressing this crisis for decades now, and our government has conducted numerous programs to solve this problem, but it doesn’t seem to be slowing down. In fact, the problem is worsening, with almost no solution in sight.
SD Daruma Inc. was founded by our founder, Masayuki Ueda, followed by the establishment of our brother nonprofit organization, NPO Daruma, with eagerness to help those in need, and a belief that we can put an end to this long fight against homelessness and poverty by working together.
We Fight Against Homelessness
On every given night, more than 500,000 individuals are sleeping on streets, without a roof over their head.
We have been aware and addressing this crisis for decades now, and our government has conducted numerous programs to solve this problem, but it doesn’t seem to be slowing down. In fact, the problem is worsening, with almost no solution in sight.
SD Daruma Inc. was founded by our founder, Masayuki Ueda, followed by the establishment of our brother nonprofit organization, NPO Daruma, with eagerness to help those in need, and a belief that we can put an end to this long fight against homelessness and poverty by working together.
Our Vision
We work with our brother nonprofit organization, NPO Daruma, to establish an equitable, sustainable, and flourishing economic cycle and an enduring comprehensive system which promises stability and continuous growth for everyone.
We Don’t Just Work for Them.
We Work With Them.
While NPO Daruma focuses on its readiness programs to help homeless individuals prepare to come back to the society as a productive, independent, self-reliant member, our main focus here at SD Daruma Inc., is the development of infrastructure to be the substantial foundation for this prosperous socio-economic system, through the development of a new compact town centering a railroad station and the redevelopment of areas currently occupied by encampments.
These development will not only be the place where those in need build their independent lives upon once completed, but more importantly, it will create jobs and opportunities at these sites where they can enjoy the benefit from their acquired skills through the readiness programs provided by NPO Daruma and its partners, and supply the initial and continuous source of stable income as they prepare for the future.
100% of the Daruma Inc.’s profit will be given back to the community and used for public good and greater social schemes.
Our Vision
We work with our brother nonprofit organization, NPO Daruma, to establish an equitable, sustainable, and flourishing economic cycle and an enduring comprehensive system which promises stability and continuous growth for everyone.
We Don’t Just Work for Them.
We Work With Them.
While NPO Daruma focuses on its readiness programs to help homeless individuals prepare to come back to the society as a productive, independent, self-reliant member, our main focus here at SD Daruma Inc., is the development of infrastructure to be the substantial foundation for this prosperous socio-economic system, through the development of a new compact town centering a railroad station and the redevelopment of areas currently occupied by encampments.
These development will not only be the place where those in need build their independent lives upon once completed, but more importantly, it will create jobs and opportunities at these sites where they can enjoy the benefit from their acquired skills through the readiness programs provided by NPO Daruma and its partners, and supply the initial and continuous source of stable income as they prepare for the future.
100% of the Daruma Inc.’s profit will be given back to the community and used for public good and greater social schemes.
These development will not only be the place where those in need build their independent lives upon once completed, but more importantly, it will create jobs and opportunities at these sites where they can enjoy the benefit from their acquired skills through the readiness programs provided by NPO Daruma and its partners, and supply the initial and continuous source of stable income as they prepare for the future.
100% of the Daruma Inc.’s profit will be given back to the community and used for public good and greater social schemes.
The Foundations for the Future
Development
Of a Transit-Oriented Compact City
Development
of a Transit-Oriented Compact City
This transit-oriented compact town will be a home for thousands of displaced people including homeless individuals and families, and other vulnerable populations, and serve as a comprehensive foundation where all essential resources are integrated and accessible, such as permanent housing, jobs, education, health care and addiction treatments.
A Town
Where Everyone Has
a Place To Call Home,
a Job To Make a Living, Education To Brighten the Future,
and Life To Enjoy.
We will also work to develop the accessible, more sophisticated transportation system which connects these compact towns and promotes accessibility and mobility for further economic growth.
Redevelopment
of Encampment Area
Redevelopment
Of Encampment Area
Redevelopment of areas that have been occupied by encampments, including “Skid Row” in Downtown Los Angeles, will take place to transform those sections into an inclusive high-tech district with numerous fascinating attractions to appeal to new residents, businesses and visitors. This will also promote economic growth by providing more job and business opportunities.
Our Team
Masayuki Ueda
Founder,
Chief Executive Officer
35 years of experience in real estate development both in Japan and the U.S., including developments in the Tokyo urban area and renovation projects in San Diego.
Founded SD Daruma Inc. in 2019 and NPO Daruma in 2021, after accommodated extremely low-income families and individuals in one of his properties for 10 years to support the City of San Diego’s Affordable Housing Plan, which led him to the realization of the severity of economic inequality, the urgency of the homeless crisis, and the demand for the definitive solution.
Thomas Vajda
Executive Vice President,
Chief Administrative Officer
Supporting Daruma’s project through his real estate expertise. Broker Associates and San Diego office manager for Person Realty, Inc. providing clients with residential and commercial real estate services including property management.
With his real estate expertise, he will support Daruma and its partners to find and accommodate future sites where the homeless and low income people could call home based on Daruma’s vision and philosophy.
Akinobu Sogabe
Chief Program Officer
Supporting Daruma alongside Mr. Ueda from the inception of the project and organizations for over five years. He served as a president at San Diego Japanese Business Association for five years and at San Diego Business Group for two years.
He will focus on the design, development, implementation and management of our transition readiness programs for homeless and vulnerable populations with his teaching and coaching skills he has developed through teaching thousands of students for over 20 years of his career as a professional golfer and a passionate trainer.
Kazuki Kinoshita
Chief Marketing Officer
Graduated from UCR with the degree in marketing. Has 4 years of experience as a freelance writer in blockchain field. Currently working at marketing agency in California as well.
Supporting Daruma project with his knowledge and skills in marketing and public relations. He mainly connects Daruma with people outside of the organization for collaborations.
Masahiko Yoshida
Chief Financial Officer
As a California licensed certified public accountant and insurance producer at Allstate, he provides his clients with peace of mind so that they can focus on their business goals.
With his experience and expertise, he will support Daruma by protecting its communities and residents.
As a result of this protection, these residents could achieve their happiness and contribute to the national wealth.
Mayuko Ikeda
Chief Operating Officer
Oversees the implementation of Daruma’s strategies.
She will lead the Daruma Project by bringing all partners together to achieve its goal with her expertise as an active broker associate at RE/MAX Estate Properties, and the strong leadership and hospitality spirit she has developed through her airline industry experience that required an ability to work with a myriad of people.
Yukiko Sakaki
Chief Communications Officer
Graduated from Cal State Northridge with a degree in Biology. After working as a researcher at a food company and finding many struggle to thrive in American society due to linguistic barriers, she started helping those as an interpreter/translator and intermediary.
She delivers Daruma’s messages to both internal and external audiences with her skills as a storyteller and relationship-builder.