The technology company will strengthen its cloud platform and expand its team in the Asian country, with new capabilities tailored to the local market.
The technology company specialized in solutions for the insurance sector, Guidewire Software, has announced a $60 million investment in Japan over the next five years. The goal is to accelerate innovation in the insurance market and facilitate the digital transformation and cloud migration of Japanese insurers, further tailoring its platform to local needs.
The company, which has been operating in Japan since 2008, is currently a leader in the country. Over 60% of the gross written premiums (GWP) processed in Japan pass through Guidewire ClaimCenter, reflecting its strong positioning and the market’s trust in its technology.
New capabilities for the Japanese market
As part of this investment, Guidewire will introduce enhancements to PolicyCenter and BillingCenter, two of its key products. The updates will include new features such as policy change reversals, proration, effective date support, and improvements in Japanese language localization, documentation, and training.
Additionally, the company has confirmed that it is developing specific integrations for local lines of business such as personal automobiles (available by mid-2026), as well as improvements for homeowners, earthquake, and commercial collective insurance policies anticipated for 2027.
Cloud, AI, and regulatory compliance
“We are honored to have the trust of Japanese insurers,” stated Mike Rosenbaum, CEO of Guidewire. “With this investment, we aim to continue evolving our cloud platform, integrating technologies such as artificial intelligence to improve underwriting accuracy, accelerate product launches, and increase operational agility.”
Guidewire emphasizes the strategic importance of Japan. “It is a key market for us,” said Shaji Sethu, senior vice president and general manager for Asia Pacific. “Insurers face the challenge of modernizing legacy systems and complying with new regulatory requirements, so we want to support them in their technological transition.”
The company’s focus is on achieving measurable improvements in time-to-market, operational efficiency, and regulatory adaptation, as well as expanding its team in Japan to respond to the growing demand for core cloud systems.
A forum to accelerate transformation
Guidewire also announced the hosting of its annual Insurance Forum, which will take place on May 13 at the Ritz-Carlton in Tokyo. The event will address cloud adoption in Japan, global industry trends, and feature testimonials from insurers already using the platform.
About Guidewire
Guidewire is one of the world’s leading technology providers for the property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector. Its cloud platform combines core systems, data analytics, digital tools, and artificial intelligence. More than 570 insurers across 42 countries rely on Guidewire to manage and transform their operations.
With over 1,700 successful implementations and a strong community of technology partners, Guidewire has established its reputation as a trusted partner in modernization, digitization, and cloud migration processes.