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Rakumo

Rakumo is a web browser based software solution which manages purchasing workflows for our organization. You will be able to access different purchasing workflows based on your role at the school, and the permissions associated with your account. Please note that applying to a Workflow does not guarantee that it will be approved and that Concur will need to be used in conjunction with Rakumo to apply for the reimbursement of any personal-expense(s).

How to submit a Rakumo Workflow

On the Rakumo Workflow Home page, complete the following steps in order to submit a Workflow:

  1. Click "Create"

  2. Choose a form to complete

  3. Complete the form to the best of your ability and click "Confirm"

  4. Review the information and click "Submit"

Available Workflows at A-JIS

Here is a list of available Workflows to submit at A-JIS and their purpose, please note that not all Workflows are available to everyone:

  • Purchase: Use this to apply for the authorization to make a purchase. 

  • Company Seal: Use this if you need that the Company Seal be applied to a document.

  • PD / Biz Trip: Use this to apply for participating in a Professional Development or Business Trip.

  • Leave Application: Use this to apply for a Personal Leave, Sick Leave, Compensatory Leave, or Bereavement Leave.

  • Lunch Program: Use this to join or cancel your subscription to the A-JIS Lunch Program.

How to Access Rakumo

In order to access Rakumo, please follow these steps: 

  1. Go to: https://a-rakumo.appspot.com/

  2. Under "Company ID" enter "aobajapan.jp" and click "Login"

  3. If you are not automatically logged in, log in with your Google credentials. 

Rakumo Related Help

You can receive help regarding Rakumo in multiple ways. Please follow this order (where applicable) when trying to resolve your issue:

  • If you require additional permissions or access to workflows please contact your direct supervisor.

  • If you are a supervisor and would like to request a workflow permission change to one of your employees, please submit a request via the HR Service Desk

  • If your issue is not solved by one of the above, contact ICT Support by submitting a ticket on the Jira ICT Portal.

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