Headquarters
Tokyo
About
Rakuten LinkShare is Japan's leading affiliate marketing network operated by Rakuten Group, connecting advertisers with publishers to drive performance-based marketing campaigns. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools for tracking, reporting, and optimizing affiliate partnerships across various industries. Advertisers can leverage LinkShare's extensive publisher network to increase brand visibility and sales, while publishers earn commissions by promoting products and services through customized links. The network supports multiple commission models including cost-per-sale, cost-per-lead, and cost-per-click, providing flexibility for different marketing objectives. With advanced analytics and real-time reporting, LinkShare enables both advertisers and publishers to monitor campaign performance and maximize ROI. The platform is particularly strong in the Japanese market, integrating seamlessly with Rakuten's ecosystem of e-commerce, finance, and digital services.
Program Details
Affiliate program connecting advertisers with publishers for performance-based marketing campaigns with multiple commission models.
Company History
Founded in 1996 as LinkShare Corporation, acquired by Rakuten in 2005 and rebranded as Rakuten LinkShare. Pioneered affiliate marketing in Japan and became the country's largest affiliate network. Integrated with Rakuten's ecosystem including Rakuten Ichiba, Rakuten Card, and other services.
Domains
Available Countries
Japan, United States of America