Colopl Next

Colopl Next is the corporate venture capital of is Colopl, Inc, which is a leading Japanese gaming company. Colopl, Inc. is founded with the mission of “Entertainment in Real Life”, and constantly put its customer as first priority. Colopl Next is headquartered in Japan, but invests globally in a variety of internet businesses, with the commitment to support innovative entrepreneurs.

Sehong Jang

Executive Director

Tetsuya Nakashima

Investment Manager

Hideki Shiiki

Investment Manager

Wynn Wang

Senior Associate

Shintaro Yamakami

CEO and General Partner

114 past transactions

Urth

Seed Round in 2025
Urth is an IT company that specializes in architectural design by providing corporations with a metaverse for architects' business models.

Preplocal

Seed Round in 2024
Preplocal is a B2B food distribution platform that specializes in the distribution of both dry and temperature-controlled goods.

ChillStack

Series A in 2024
ChillStack, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the research and development of artificial intelligence security technology. The company focuses on creating solutions to protect AI systems from cyber threats and fraudulent activities. ChillStack offers a range of services, including S tena, a system designed to automatically identify fraudulent users, such as cheaters and bots in gaming environments. Additionally, the company provides web vulnerability diagnosis and AI security research and development services. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, ChillStack aims to enhance the security of web applications, AI systems, and networks, helping users prevent cyberattacks and ensure the integrity of their technology.

CaseBlink

Seed Round in 2024
CaseBlink is a developer of a legal workflow platform aimed at streamlining immigration processes for lawyers and self-help immigrants. The company recognizes the repetitive nature of immigration paperwork and employs generative artificial intelligence to create end-to-end workflows that enhance efficiency. By extracting and analyzing relevant information, CaseBlink's platform automatically generates necessary documentation while ensuring legal accuracy through attorney oversight. This approach allows legal professionals to focus on more strategic aspects of the immigration journey, ultimately making the process smoother for clients.

Rybit

Series A in 2023
Rybit is a technology platform that specializes in the last mile delivery industry, focusing on optimizing and simplifying delivery operations for both individuals and businesses. The company has developed an e-bike rental application tailored to various sectors, including food and grocery delivery, transportation, hotels, and tourism. This app incorporates features such as operations management, IoT vehicle integration, vehicle tracking, error monitoring, and anti-theft capabilities. By providing a comprehensive mobility solution, Rybit enables its customers to enhance efficiency and streamline their delivery processes.

Return Helper

Series A in 2023
Return Helper is a logistics platform that simplifies cross-border ecommerce returns for both sellers and buyers. Catering primarily to ecommerce merchants in the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides cost-effective return solutions for markets in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. By integrating shipping carriers, third-party warehouses, sales channels, and aftermarket services, Return Helper optimizes the return process and enhances aftermarket activities for online retailers. This not only reduces costs and maximizes sales but also improves the return experience for buyers, fostering customer loyalty. The platform's data-driven approach allows merchants to efficiently manage international returns, saving time and resources in the process.

Levr.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Levr.ai is an intelligent loans platform built to get your business funded—fast

Aesop Technology

Seed Round in 2022
AESOP’s vision is to improve quality, safety and efficiency of healthcare systems through a new paradigm in clinical decision support we call “Deep Clinical Decision Support”. This paradigm involves providing physicians with intelligent workflow support that enables them to seamlessly understand best practice for the full range of diseases, medications and procedures in every clinical context. This can only be enabled through data mining on large sets of structured and unstructured clinical data, and with deep integration into a the clinical systems needed to provide the appropriate workflow support.

Pickupon

Seed Round in 2022
Pickupon is a software-as-a-service company that focuses on cloud IP phone services and call transcription. Its platform is designed to automatically transcribe calls, analyze conversation data, and capture emotional responses during interactions. This functionality allows users to record and share essential information without omissions, facilitating collaborative analysis of communication trends and performance metrics. By enabling quantitative analysis of conversion data, Pickupon assists clients in understanding customer interactions more effectively and implementing informed strategies for improvement.

Rael

Series B in 2022
Rael is a Los Angeles-based company that specializes in menstrual care and feminine wellness products made from natural and organic ingredients. Founded by three female entrepreneurs, Rael aims to empower women by offering safe and healthy alternatives to conventional feminine care items. The company's product range includes pads, tampons, pantyliners, period underwear, feminine washes, and wipes, all designed to prioritize comfort and quality. Additionally, Rael has ventured into the clean beauty market, introducing products such as natural face sheet masks made from botanical ingredients. The brand has gained significant traction, becoming a bestseller on Amazon and expanding its availability to Target stores and 13 countries. Since its establishment in 2017, Rael has attracted investment from various industry leaders, reflecting its commitment to promoting healthier options for women's personal care.

Vogo

Series A in 2022
Vogo provides vivid live shopping.

Return Helper

Seed Round in 2021
Return Helper is a logistics platform that simplifies cross-border ecommerce returns for both sellers and buyers. Catering primarily to ecommerce merchants in the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides cost-effective return solutions for markets in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. By integrating shipping carriers, third-party warehouses, sales channels, and aftermarket services, Return Helper optimizes the return process and enhances aftermarket activities for online retailers. This not only reduces costs and maximizes sales but also improves the return experience for buyers, fostering customer loyalty. The platform's data-driven approach allows merchants to efficiently manage international returns, saving time and resources in the process.

Landvault

Series B in 2021
Landvault is a business focused on advancing the metaverse economy through virtual video game strategies. It combines various technologies to facilitate real estate acquisition, financial analysis, and online marketing, allowing companies to create immersive online environments. By integrating augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D holographic avatars, Landvault enables businesses to engage users with innovative communication methods. This approach enhances the development of virtual spaces, making it easier for companies to tap into the growing demand for digital experiences.

Truck Lagbe

Series A in 2021
Truck Lagbe is a logistics platform based in Bangladesh that facilitates the booking of trucks for shipping and freight transportation. The service allows shippers to hire vehicles ranging from 1 ton to 25 tons for both short-haul and long-haul trips. Available on Android and iOS, the application streamlines the process of securing transportation, enabling businesses to improve their logistics operations and ensure the safe delivery of goods.

SODA

Series C in 2021
SODA operates a footwear marketplace known as SNKRDUNK, which facilitates the buying and selling of sneakers among users. With over 3 million monthly users in Japan, the platform offers a safe environment for transactions by providing legitimacy checking services through a local authentication provider. SNKRDUNK features a sneaker flea market where premium sneakers are traded, and it fosters a community by regularly posting new sneaker releases, media, and relevant information. This approach enables users to stay updated on the latest sneaker trends and enhances their overall experience in the marketplace.

PeaceTecLab

Venture Round in 2021
PeaceTecLab is into development and operation of sharing platform for lending and borrowing of things.

LTE-X

Corporate Round in 2021
LTE-X is Providing a secure, high-speed, large-capacity IoT platform.

Shop LIT Live

Seed Round in 2021
Shop LIT Live is a live streaming platform that facilitates connections between brands, merchants, and consumers through immersive shopping experiences. The company's mobile application allows brands to narrate their stories and display their products, creating a dynamic environment for interested buyers. By integrating live streaming with e-commerce, Shop LIT Live enhances consumer engagement and offers a unique shopping experience that goes beyond traditional online retail.

inSTREAMLY

Seed Round in 2021
inSTREAMLY operates an automated streamer management platform that connects brands with content creators, specifically targeting Generation Z. Through micro-sponsorships, the platform enables streamers to monetize their content in a subtle manner, allowing them to turn their passion into profit. At the same time, brands gain the opportunity to engage with new audiences in an innovative way. Additionally, inSTREAMLY's SaaS division, Streamcoi, is tailored for esports organizations, multi-channel networks (MCNs), agencies, and tournament organizers, further enhancing its offerings in the esports and streaming sectors.

Play Tango

Series A in 2021
Play Tango specializes in creating interactive learning products designed to enhance children's educational experiences. The company's flagship product, Tango, is a screenless smartboard that interacts with tangible blocks, enabling children to construct words, numbers, and artistic creations. This innovative approach allows for real-time feedback, merging physical play with technology. By fostering engagement and creativity, Play Tango aims to establish a solid foundation for children's future academic success.

SODA

Series B in 2021
SODA operates a footwear marketplace known as SNKRDUNK, which facilitates the buying and selling of sneakers among users. With over 3 million monthly users in Japan, the platform offers a safe environment for transactions by providing legitimacy checking services through a local authentication provider. SNKRDUNK features a sneaker flea market where premium sneakers are traded, and it fosters a community by regularly posting new sneaker releases, media, and relevant information. This approach enables users to stay updated on the latest sneaker trends and enhances their overall experience in the marketplace.

Treasurer

Seed Round in 2020
Treasurer, a platform for buying & selling equity shares in blue chip collectible assets

SODA

Funding Round in 2020
SODA is a software company that engages in CMS software development media management business.

Mepple

Seed Round in 2020
Mepple is planning, developing, and operating internet services.

AccordX

Seed Round in 2020
AccordX is a platform that allows individuals to open a virtual restaurant, prepare food at cloud kitchens and sell food by online delivery.

FAAI

Series A in 2020
FAAI is a clothing production management platform for fashion designers and managers that connects designers and manufacturers. The platform business that combines IT and apparel manufacturing.

Restream

Series A in 2020
Restream is a multi-streaming solution that allows producers to analyze and interact with their viewers across platforms. Using the platform, users can stream live video to any live stream service. The platform includes ingesting service in over 80 countries serving a million users. Capabilities include analytics, scheduling, shared chat, monitoring, and seamless integration with encoders. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

BitStar

Venture Round in 2020
BitStar Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in influencer marketing and support services, established in 2014. The firm offers a range of promotion services tailored to various sectors, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, automobiles, and consumer goods. It employs analytics tools developed in-house to enhance advertising solutions and provide insights. BitStar also engages in event management, facilitating pop-up stores and off-site events, and offers merchandising services. Additionally, it provides specialized support services such as VTuber and music production, as well as managing fan interactions through letter and gift reception. The company operates an online fan club service called Costa, which supports appearances across different media platforms, including television and magazines. By fostering creativity and providing comprehensive resources, BitStar enables content creators to grow and monetize their work effectively.

Aiello

Seed Round in 2020
Aiello develops an End-to-End Open Voice Platform tailored for the hotel industry, aiming to streamline communication between businesses and customers. By leveraging voice and natural language processing technology, Aiello's intelligent voice assistant enhances customer service while lowering labor costs. The platform enables businesses to create their own voice services for specific applications, facilitating the collection and analysis of vast amounts of data to identify potential business strategies. This innovative approach helps reduce barriers for business customers, making advanced voice technology more accessible and effective in enhancing customer interactions.

Epigno

Seed Round in 2020
Epigno Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in human resource management solutions tailored for medical and nursing care institutions. The company aims to alleviate the workload of healthcare personnel, thereby enhancing staff retention rates within these organizations. By providing a nurse management platform, Epigno supports hospitals in improving the management of their nursing staff, which is essential for effective healthcare delivery. The platform facilitates appropriate education and evaluation of nurses, ultimately contributing to organizational efficiency and a sustainable healthcare system for patients and their families.

Arblet

Seed Round in 2020
Arblet Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing non-invasive wearable devices and artificial intelligence-based medical systems aimed at measuring inner body changes. The company focuses on continuous monitoring of biological information, such as blood pressure, through innovative measurement methods that provide insights into both absolute values and changes over time. By leveraging advanced technology and data infrastructure, Arblet enables individuals to gain a better understanding of their health, thereby enhancing the potential for improved healthcare outcomes and societal benefits.

SYRUP Japan

Series B in 2020
Syrup develops Pet Tech platforms. The company's services include OMUSUBI, an adoption service that matches dogs and cats with pet owners, and Petokoto, a media platform that provides reliable information from veterinarians

Petokoto

Seed Round in 2020
Petokoto is a pet wellness company that creates and sells fresh food, runs pet media, and keeps pets happy. It is suitable to become an information source that combines accuracy, completeness, and updateability by utilizing the collective knowledge of experts both inside and outside the company and demonstrating their respective expertise. The company aims to develop a world where pets can be loved as family members.

Torana

Seed Round in 2019
Torana, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the rental of educational toys through a subscription service known as "Toysub!" This service is designed for infants and toddlers, providing toys that adapt as children grow. Currently, Toysub! caters to approximately 15,000 households in Japan and has expanded its reach to Taiwan. By leveraging data from over 400,000 toy evaluations and more than 100,000 planning sessions, Torana has developed a systematic approach to select and deliver high-quality toys that support children's developmental needs. The company's mission is to enhance the quality time spent between parents and their children.

Bunch

Seed Round in 2019
Bunch Live, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York City, has developed Bunch, a unique party application designed for multiplayer gaming. This platform enables users to engage in their favorite games with friends through a group video chat interface. Bunch also offers developers the opportunity to integrate its features into their own games, facilitating a seamless experience for players who wish to connect and play together. The application focuses on simplifying the process of discovering, playing, and sharing live mobile games among friends, making it a pioneering tool in the social gaming landscape.

Drivemate

Series A in 2019
Drivemate is a prominent peer-to-peer car sharing service in Thailand that facilitates a marketplace connecting vehicle owners with renters. By allowing car owners to rent out their vehicles, Drivemate helps them offset ownership costs while providing renters with convenient access to a variety of cars without hidden fees. The platform emphasizes sustainability by reducing fuel wastage and promotes responsible vehicle use. To ensure a secure experience for both parties, Drivemate offers full insurance coverage and reliable customer service, fostering trust within the community. This innovative service enables vehicle owners to generate income through unlimited rentals while giving renters the flexibility to choose cars based on their specific needs.

Crunch Style

Venture Round in 2019
Crunch Style is a flower subscription service that makes it easy to make a flowery life.Deliver seasonal flowers from approximately 70 florists nationwide. Since it is delivered to the post in a special box, you can receive it even if you are away from work or going out.

Elaly

Corporate Round in 2019
Elaly Technology makes life better for people around the world.We aim to make the value of money and the experience gained from it flatter.As many people as possible will use technology to realize a happier life, independent of the money economy.

Nanome

Seed Round in 2019
Nanome Inc. is a software company based in North Hollywood, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a collaborative XR software platform that enhances scientific discovery through the use of virtual reality and blockchain technologies. This platform streamlines computational workflows at the molecular level, enabling a broader range of scientists to utilize advanced molecular computations and artificial intelligence. Nanome primarily collaborates with the biopharma industry but also extends its services to sectors such as food and beverage, material science, and education. The company's open-source platform allows scientists to explore molecular structures effectively, facilitating pattern recognition, molecular visualization, and an efficient drug design and discovery process. Additionally, it helps medicinal chemists and structural biologists understand complex molecular data, collaborate more effectively, and protect their intellectual property through blockchain integration.

VideoVillage

Series A in 2019
VideoVillage is a video production company.

A1A

Seed Round in 2019
A1A offers a cloud-based manufacturing and procurement system for manufacturers. The company is a startup founded in 2018. It develops products for the purchasing department of the manufacturing industry. A1A pursues optimal purchasing at optimal prices using purchasing related data centered on estimates accumulated by companies.

Tenping

Venture Round in 2019
Tenping is a South Korean company founded in 2015 that specializes in mobile advertising networks aimed at enhancing the visibility of advertisements across various platforms, including mobile messengers, social networking services, and community websites. The company offers a performance marketing platform that allows advertisers to release content in a native format, enabling it to be distributed on social networks, blogs, and mobile applications. Tenping's service has been utilized by over 100 advertising companies, resulting in the release of more than 600 advertising contents. Its platform provides real-time measurement and evaluation of advertising performance, allowing marketers to manage advertising efficiency effectively by analyzing audience behavior and monitoring the activity status of individual marketers.

JapanWork

Corporate Round in 2019
"JapanWork" is an AI-based recruitment service that provides support to foreigners living in Japan until they get a job through English chat. With more than 150,000 users, mainly permanent residents, on Facebook, it is the largest service in Japan.

RambleOn

Venture Round in 2019
RambleOn is a developer of applications and consulting services in Tokyo, Japan. The company provides various solutions utilizing artificial intelligence technology as well as various solutions using blockchain technology.

Japan Wind Tunnel Manufacturing

Corporate Round in 2019
JAPAN FUDO is a company that develops and manufactures new products related to wind, such as the world's most compact wind tunnel "Aero Optim" series and double propeller wind turbines.

DogHuggy

Corporate Round in 2019
DogHuggy is an online marketplace that connects pet owners with dog sitters, providing a solution for those who cannot care for their pets during trips or other obligations. The service matches dog owners with suitable dog hosts by verifying identities through government-issued ID cards and conducting preliminary interviews. Once a match is established, the dog owner can make a reservation with the chosen sitter, who offers care at specified rates. This platform aims to ensure that pets are well cared for in a home-like environment while their owners are away.

BitStar

Series C in 2018
BitStar Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in influencer marketing and support services, established in 2014. The firm offers a range of promotion services tailored to various sectors, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, automobiles, and consumer goods. It employs analytics tools developed in-house to enhance advertising solutions and provide insights. BitStar also engages in event management, facilitating pop-up stores and off-site events, and offers merchandising services. Additionally, it provides specialized support services such as VTuber and music production, as well as managing fan interactions through letter and gift reception. The company operates an online fan club service called Costa, which supports appearances across different media platforms, including television and magazines. By fostering creativity and providing comprehensive resources, BitStar enables content creators to grow and monetize their work effectively.

Plnar

Series A in 2018
Plnar is an insurtech software provider that specializes in transforming the insurance claims process through its innovative technology. The company offers a digital platform that enables desk adjusters to create detailed two-dimensional and three-dimensional models of interior spaces using just digital photos. This artificial intelligence-based solution facilitates contactless inspections for interior property claims, enhancing the overall customer experience by significantly reducing cycle times and costs. By generating accurate measurements from smartphone images, Plnar streamlines the claims process, allowing for quicker and more efficient settlements.

Vantage Point

Seed Round in 2018
Vantage Point develops and provides employee training programs utilizing virtual reality (VR) technology to enhance enterprise training in areas such as diversity, equity, inclusion, and workplace anti-sexual harassment. Founded in 2017 and based in Denver, Colorado, the company aims to transform traditional training methods by creating immersive experiences that foster empathy and personal growth. Vantage Point serves a diverse range of sectors, including technology, consumer goods, consulting, education, and recruiting. The company's innovative platform focuses on developing emotional intelligence and essential soft skills, ultimately helping individuals unlock their potential. Vantage Point is recognized for its commitment to advancing workforce learning and is led by a female and Black founder.

Timee

Venture Round in 2018
Timee, Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in the planning, development, and operation of applications, particularly focusing on a gig working platform. Founded in August 2017 and based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, Timee addresses labor shortages by connecting individuals seeking work with businesses in need of temporary labor. The platform facilitates on-demand job opportunities, making it a leading solution in the gig economy within Japan.

Supermedium

Seed Round in 2018
Supermedium is a developer of a virtual reality browser application that allows users to explore web content in an immersive environment. The company, known for its pioneering work in WebVR and the creation of A-Frame, focuses on offering a range of utilities, starting with a comic book reader. Its application enables users to access websites utilizing standard web technologies, featuring mini-games, art installations, journalistic pieces, and virtual environments without the need for installation or reliance on an application store. Through this innovative approach, Supermedium aims to enhance users' entertainment experiences in virtual reality.

InstaVR

Venture Round in 2018
InstaVR is a global provider of an integrated software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Virtual Reality (VR) marketing. The platform enables users to easily create and publish interactive VR applications for both mobile and desktop environments. With its web-based authoring tool, InstaVR supports stereoscopic 3D content and offers features like flexible hotspots and compatibility with various design software, allowing creators to develop immersive experiences efficiently. Additionally, InstaVR includes analytics tools, such as a heat-map display, that help businesses understand user behavior within their VR applications. Serving approximately 50,000 businesses worldwide, including government agencies in the United States, InstaVR is dedicated to promoting the effective use of VR technology in diverse sectors.

InstaVR

Series B in 2018
InstaVR is a global provider of an integrated software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Virtual Reality (VR) marketing. The platform enables users to easily create and publish interactive VR applications for both mobile and desktop environments. With its web-based authoring tool, InstaVR supports stereoscopic 3D content and offers features like flexible hotspots and compatibility with various design software, allowing creators to develop immersive experiences efficiently. Additionally, InstaVR includes analytics tools, such as a heat-map display, that help businesses understand user behavior within their VR applications. Serving approximately 50,000 businesses worldwide, including government agencies in the United States, InstaVR is dedicated to promoting the effective use of VR technology in diverse sectors.

Cloudike

Series A in 2018
Cloudike powers cloud storage. Cloudike helps OEMs, mobile and Internet service providers acquire, retain, and upsell their customers by offering a compelling personal cloud experience under their own brand.

Alter

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Alter is a platform SDK consisting of a real-time 3D avatar system and motion capture built from scratch for web3 interoperability and the open metaverse. Developers can pipe avatars into their apps, games, and websites. They offer computer vision, 3d technology, web3, machine learning, avatars, rendering engines, blockchain, and NFTs.

Cach

Seed Round in 2018
CACH, Inc. operates as an IoT company. CACH is a company that accelerate the development and mass production of IoT devices such as structural deformation monitoring.

VAZ

Venture Round in 2018
VAZ Inc. is a marketing agency located in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on promoting content and communicating ideas through various marketing services. The company collaborates with YouTubers and influential creators to drive social change by transforming small, everyday actions into impactful societal improvements. VAZ offers a range of services, including social media marketing, campaign planning, influencer marketing, and account management, aiming to help corporate clients and businesses effectively promote their products and philosophies, thereby inspiring a broader audience.

Famzon

Venture Round in 2018
Famzon is a direct-to-consumer footwear brand that specializes in women's shoes and related accessories. The company provides an online shopping platform where customers can explore a range of fashionable footwear designed with a patented heel lock-release technology. This innovative approach allows for removable and adjustable heels, offering both style and comfort. Famzon aims to deliver quality products that combine elegance with affordability, ensuring that women have access to the latest fashion trends.

Odd Concepts

Venture Round in 2017
Odd Concepts Inc. specializes in developing computer vision and artificial intelligence technology solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of image recognition and search technology as a cloud-based API service. Their platform enables clients to conduct product data analysis and link offline shopping businesses to the online market, facilitating online-to-offline (O2O) commerce. Odd Concepts tailors its offerings to meet the specific needs of each customer, ensuring optimal results through the expert tuning of analysis engines. The company's innovative approach aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing efficient search capabilities and product recommendations.

Floreo

Seed Round in 2017
Floreo Inc. is a developer of a virtual reality learning platform focused on teaching social and communication skills to individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and anxiety. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., Floreo's application allows supervising adults to monitor and guide users' learning experiences. The platform is utilized by over 100 therapy clinics and school districts, marking Floreo as a pioneer in digital therapeutic reimbursement with an approved CPT 3 reimbursement code. Additionally, the company has partnered with Meta to enhance the accessibility of its virtual reality solutions in public schools, aiming to improve real-world skills for those with developmental challenges.

Channel Talk

Series B in 2017
Channel Talk is an AI messenger that is focused on helping DTC companies provide VIP-level customer service. We raised $40 million USD in our Series C, and are one of the fastest-growing B2B SaaS startups, currently servicing more than 150,000 brands across the world. At Channel Talk, we believe that a good product nurtures growth in a business and that simple conversations with customers can become the driving force for success. We help you stand out by utilizing AI to resolve repetitive inquiries so you have time to build genuine relationships through our powerful CRM and provide excellent support to your customers.

3rd Eye Studios

Seed Round in 2017
3rd Eye Studios is a game development company based in Helsinki and Shanghai, established in June 2016 by experienced professionals from the gaming industry. The team comprises veterans who previously held senior roles at notable companies such as Remedy Entertainment and Unity Technologies. The studio focuses on creating atmospheric and sophisticated games, as well as developing advanced technology and tools aimed at enhancing virtual reality gaming experiences. By leveraging their extensive background in technology, film, television, and gaming, 3rd Eye Studios aims to provide innovative solutions that empower game developers in creating immersive virtual reality content.

Flitto

Venture Round in 2017
Flitto Inc. is a South Korean company that specializes in language data and translation services. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seoul, Flitto operates an online platform that connects users with translators for handling a wide range of requests, including text, voice, image, and video translations. The platform currently supports approximately 25 languages, such as Korean, English, Chinese, Spanish, and French, catering to over 10 million users across 173 countries. Flitto has expanded its offerings to include professional translation, A.I. translation, video subtitle translation, and crowdsourced proofreading. In addition to its consumer services, the company develops linguistic databases that it provides to various organizations and enterprises. Flitto has established a presence in global markets, with branches in China and Japan, and collaborates with major corporations like Microsoft and Samsung.

VRex Lab

Seed Round in 2017
Vrex Lab is a global startup that specializes in creating engaging mobile applications that integrate virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. Its primary focus is on connecting social media content, photos, and messages to the real world. The company's mobile application allows users to interact with friends and favorite celebrities through AR photo messages, which can include short messages pinned to specific locations. This innovative approach enables users to share content and connect with each other in a dynamic and immersive way.

MOVER Japan

Venture Round in 2017
MOVER is a Types and characteristics of debt useful for funding such as card loans and factoring.

Payke

Corporate Round in 2017
Payke, Inc. is a Tokyo-based technology company that offers a cloud-based application designed to assist individuals, businesses, and retailers in accessing product information in their native languages. Founded in 2014, the application enables users to scan product barcodes with their smartphones or tablets, providing details about the products in a language of their choice. This feature is particularly beneficial for foreign visitors in Japan, as it helps overcome language barriers when shopping. Payke aims to create a comprehensive global database of products linked through their barcodes, allowing users to easily access product information anytime and anywhere. Additionally, the application facilitates the sharing of product details with foreign visitors, enhancing their shopping experience in Japan.

UploadVR

Series A in 2017
Upload is dedicated to accelerating the success of the VR + AR (XR) industry through inspiring educational experiences.

Sider

Series A in 2017
Sider is a developer and provider of code review tool intended to analyze and identify non-standard codes, security flaws, and bugs.The company's product helps engineering teams maximize productivity by automatically analyzing every pull request against custom per-project rulesets, as well as general best practices, enabling users to improve productivity while reducing the total time spent on product development.

Pinscreen

Seed Round in 2017
Pinscreen, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in advanced generative AI technologies for film production and interactive experiences. Founded in 2015 by Prof. Hao Li, the company offers innovative solutions for AI lip sync, face reenactment, face swaps, de-aging, and avatar digitization. Pinscreen collaborates with major filmmakers and production studios, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros, among others. The company gained recognition for developing the first real-time deepfake technology, showcased at notable events such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and SIGGRAPH 2020. Additionally, Pinscreen was the first to demonstrate AI lip sync for a complete feature film and has the capability to process thousands of 4K HDR movie shots annually. Its technology allows for the creation of three-dimensional avatars from selfies, enhancing mixed reality experiences for consumers and providing scalable content creation tools for professionals. Pinscreen is also a participant in the NVIDIA Inception Program and received the Epic MegaGrants in 2020.

Craful

Venture Round in 2017
Craful Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Japan, specializing in a mobile application and online platform for sharing and selling handmade goods. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on facilitating the buying and selling of handicraft products, including accessories and home decor. The platform allows users to upload their handmade items, share insights about their creation process, and exchange ideas for new products. By providing this interactive environment, Craful enhances accessibility to unique handcrafted items while fostering a community of creators and consumers.

hachidori

Series A in 2017
Hachidori specializes in developing chatbot solutions that simplify marketing and customer support for businesses. Its primary product, the Hachidori chatbot platform, allows enterprises to create and manage chatbots without any programming knowledge. This platform includes a linguistic analysis module that enables the chatbot to comprehend customer intent and deliver relevant information efficiently through messaging platforms. Additionally, Hachidori offers the CAST application, tailored for businesses employing part-time workers, which aids in chat and shift management. By automating responses to common inquiries, Hachidori's tools help companies streamline operations and reduce employee workload, enhancing overall productivity.

Psychic VR Lab

Seed Round in 2016
Psychic VR Lab is a startup company that handles fashion VR and MR shopping service STYLY. They are creating a future where they will live in space.

Visbit

Seed Round in 2016
Based in Silicon Valley, Visbit, Inc. is a visual technology company enabling 360-degree video and VR content creators to deliver the highest quality streaming and viewing experiences to consumers across multiple VR platforms. With the patented Visbit View-Optimized Streaming (VVOS) technology, Visbit is the first to offer a streaming service that can deliver and play 360-degree VR videos without noticeable latency in 4-8K resolution over regular Wi-Fi and LTE across VR headsets and platforms. Visbit’s technology allows premium quality 360-degree VR video to be viewed without downloading or heavy compression, which improves user experience, increases user reach at existing bandwidth and saves overall data usage – closing the gap between VR content requirements and typical network speed capabilities. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Sunnyvale, CA. For more information go to www.visbit.co.

Pie

Seed Round in 2016
Pie is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing a 360 video app for iPhone users. The app allows individuals to create and share 360 videos and GIFs quickly, whether or not they possess a 360 camera. By providing an accessible platform for producing immersive content, Pie enables users to connect and share their experiences with friends and followers seamlessly.

Kakutoku

Venture Round in 2016
Kakutoku is a company based in Beppu, Japan, specializing in crowdsourcing management services. Founded by Seiya Mitsuda, Kakutoku has developed a sales force matching platform designed to connect businesses with sales personnel to address various sales challenges. The platform utilizes advanced technology to deliver a range of services that support sales efforts, facilitating effective solutions for companies facing difficulties in this area. Through its innovative employment platform, Kakutoku aims to enhance the sales capabilities of firms by leveraging creative ideas and technological advancements.

Matcher Japan

Seed Round in 2016
Matcher Japan operates an online recruitment platform designed to assist students in their job-hunting efforts. The platform facilitates connections between students and alumni from their universities, enabling them to gather valuable job-related information, industry insights, and internship opportunities. By addressing the challenges associated with the job-search process, Matcher Japan offers tools that simplify visits to alumni, allowing students to benefit from their experiences and advice. The service aims to provide practical knowledge and resources to help students navigate the complexities of job hunting effectively.

Polyarc

Seed Round in 2016
Polyarc is a Seattle based creative studio building new and original worlds through the visual and interactive magic of virtual reality.

BitStar

Series A in 2016
BitStar Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in influencer marketing and support services, established in 2014. The firm offers a range of promotion services tailored to various sectors, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, automobiles, and consumer goods. It employs analytics tools developed in-house to enhance advertising solutions and provide insights. BitStar also engages in event management, facilitating pop-up stores and off-site events, and offers merchandising services. Additionally, it provides specialized support services such as VTuber and music production, as well as managing fan interactions through letter and gift reception. The company operates an online fan club service called Costa, which supports appearances across different media platforms, including television and magazines. By fostering creativity and providing comprehensive resources, BitStar enables content creators to grow and monetize their work effectively.

Theta EdgeCloud

Seed Round in 2016
Theta EdgeCloud is the leading decentralized cloud for AI, media and entertainment. The platform empowers AI teams with unrivaled GPU price-to-performance as the first hybrid cloud-edge computing architecture. Strategic corporate investors include Samsung NEXT, Sony Innovation Fund, media investors BDMI Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments, CAA Creative Artists Agency, and traditional Silicon Valley VCs including DCM and Sierra Ventures.

InstaVR

Venture Round in 2016
InstaVR is a global provider of an integrated software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Virtual Reality (VR) marketing. The platform enables users to easily create and publish interactive VR applications for both mobile and desktop environments. With its web-based authoring tool, InstaVR supports stereoscopic 3D content and offers features like flexible hotspots and compatibility with various design software, allowing creators to develop immersive experiences efficiently. Additionally, InstaVR includes analytics tools, such as a heat-map display, that help businesses understand user behavior within their VR applications. Serving approximately 50,000 businesses worldwide, including government agencies in the United States, InstaVR is dedicated to promoting the effective use of VR technology in diverse sectors.

Pinscreen

Seed Round in 2016
Pinscreen, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in advanced generative AI technologies for film production and interactive experiences. Founded in 2015 by Prof. Hao Li, the company offers innovative solutions for AI lip sync, face reenactment, face swaps, de-aging, and avatar digitization. Pinscreen collaborates with major filmmakers and production studios, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros, among others. The company gained recognition for developing the first real-time deepfake technology, showcased at notable events such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and SIGGRAPH 2020. Additionally, Pinscreen was the first to demonstrate AI lip sync for a complete feature film and has the capability to process thousands of 4K HDR movie shots annually. Its technology allows for the creation of three-dimensional avatars from selfies, enhancing mixed reality experiences for consumers and providing scalable content creation tools for professionals. Pinscreen is also a participant in the NVIDIA Inception Program and received the Epic MegaGrants in 2020.

Owlchemy Labs

Series A in 2016
Founded in 2010 with the mission to build absurd and polished games, Owlchemy Labs has developed and published multiple original gaming titles spanning over 20 desktop and mobile platforms, including one of the first VR-enabled games on Steam. Their titles include Job Simulator (a Sundance Official Selection), the Adult Swim published Rick and Morty Simulator: Virtual Rick-ality, and the award winning desktop and mobile games Dyscourse, Jack Lumber, Snuggle Truck, and the Dejobaan collaboration, Aaaaaculus! Owlchemy continues to share VR knowledge with the community as the founders of the 2000 member strong VR Austin group and as speakers on VR around the world. More information about Owlchemy Labs can be found at http://owlchemylabs.com

Pinscreen

Seed Round in 2016
Pinscreen, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in advanced generative AI technologies for film production and interactive experiences. Founded in 2015 by Prof. Hao Li, the company offers innovative solutions for AI lip sync, face reenactment, face swaps, de-aging, and avatar digitization. Pinscreen collaborates with major filmmakers and production studios, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros, among others. The company gained recognition for developing the first real-time deepfake technology, showcased at notable events such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and SIGGRAPH 2020. Additionally, Pinscreen was the first to demonstrate AI lip sync for a complete feature film and has the capability to process thousands of 4K HDR movie shots annually. Its technology allows for the creation of three-dimensional avatars from selfies, enhancing mixed reality experiences for consumers and providing scalable content creation tools for professionals. Pinscreen is also a participant in the NVIDIA Inception Program and received the Epic MegaGrants in 2020.

Vicarious

Seed Round in 2016
Vicarious is an entertainment platform about people, their lives and sharing their stories in VR. By building upon the media assets on their mobile phone and mixing that with stickers, 3d animated emoji & characters, particle effects, environmental geometries, audio and 360 photos/videos, Vicarious enables the average social media user to create and share snippets of their life in a visually communicative medium. It a quick, fun and connected VR social media platform.

Limitless

Seed Round in 2016
Limitless Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform designed for creating virtual reality (VR) content. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a patent-pending platform that enables users to create, prototype, and animate interactive characters for various applications, including video games and films. The platform supports two types of interactive characters: standard and premium, with the latter offering enhanced features. Limitless Ltd. leverages advanced VR technologies, allowing creators to animate characters directly within the VR environment using motion controls, thereby simplifying the animation process for both novices and experienced professionals. As of early 2018, Limitless operates as a subsidiary of Lytro, Inc.

Symmetry Dimensions

Seed Round in 2016
Symmetry Dimensions Inc. aims to digitize real-world events and make them easy to use for everyone. We are progressing communications in smart city and urban planning with the development of a digital twin that enables a virtual reproduction of static and dynamic events happening in the real world along with the provision of a digital infrastructure that allows anyone to easily access such data.

Massless

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Massless Limited is a company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing hardware and software for three-dimensional interactions within augmented and virtual reality. Founded in 2014, Massless produces the Massless Pen, a device that enhances the capabilities of designers and engineers by facilitating intuitive interactions in 3D digital environments. This pen features high precision, optical tracking at 60 Hz, tactile feedback, and surface and orientation sensing, enabling users to create and manipulate large 3D models in real time. Beyond its core technology, Massless is also engaged in the evolving creator economy, working to empower creatives in media and entertainment by supporting the launch of independent studios and fostering new content on blockchain platforms. The company's team comprises physicists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and creatives, all dedicated to advancing the intersection of technology and creativity.

Spaces

Seed Round in 2016
Spaces, officially formed in January 2016, says it’s already working on a range of VR and mixed-reality projects with companies including NBCUniversal, Microsoft, Big Blue Bubble and the Hettema Group. Platforms it’s developing for include Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Microsoft HoloLens, Samsung Gear VR, PlayStation VR and Google Cardboard. “Spaces has a compelling and clear vision to be the catalyst for companies looking to create VR and MxR (mixed reality) experiences,” Comcast Ventures managing director Michael Yang said in a statement. “Spaces is combining remarkable capabilities, tools and creativity to push the boundaries of the VR frontier.”

Theta EdgeCloud

Seed Round in 2016
Theta EdgeCloud is the leading decentralized cloud for AI, media and entertainment. The platform empowers AI teams with unrivaled GPU price-to-performance as the first hybrid cloud-edge computing architecture. Strategic corporate investors include Samsung NEXT, Sony Innovation Fund, media investors BDMI Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments, CAA Creative Artists Agency, and traditional Silicon Valley VCs including DCM and Sierra Ventures.

YAMAP

Series A in 2016
YAMAP is an internet company that focuses on developing web and mobile applications tailored for mountain climbing and outdoor activities. Its flagship application enables users to determine their location using GPS signals from satellites, which is particularly useful in areas without mobile phone service coverage. In addition to location services, YAMAP provides a variety of trekking products and resources, enhancing the experience for trekkers and outdoor enthusiasts by offering access to essential tools and information related to their activities.
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