East Ventures

East Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2009, headquartered in Tokyo with offices in Singapore and Indonesia. It operates as a sector-agnostic investor, providing multi-stage capital from seed to growth for technology startups across Southeast Asia. The firm has backed more than 300 companies in the region, including notable names such as Tokopedia, Traveloka, Ruangguru, and Xendit, and focuses on early-stage technology companies to drive regional growth. East Ventures emphasizes active involvement in the Indonesian and broader Southeast Asian ecosystems and is recognized for its long-standing commitment to responsible investing, having signed the Principles for Responsible Investment. The firm combines investment with guidance and ESG-aligned practices to support sustainable development of the regional tech sector.

Gavin Adrian

Investment Professional

David Audy

Operating Partner

Willson Cuaca

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Batara Eto

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Devina Halim

Principal

Sang-Uh Han

Partner

Tomoki Hirata

Principal

Melisa Irene

Partner

Takeshi Kaneko

Managing Partner

Wai Kit Koh

Managing Partner

Yinwei Liang

Principal

Taiga Matsuyama

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jumpei Mouri

Director

Roderick Purwana

Managing Partner

Avina Sugiarto

Partner

Emily Tampi

Managing Director, Finance

Wesley Tay

Principal

Jordy Tenka

Investment Professional

Jordy Tenka

Investment Professional

Zhengyi Zhu

Investment Professional

Past deals in Tokyo

DELIGHT Global

Pre Seed Round in 2022
DELIGHT is registered in Delaware and operating in Tokyo. Founder Institute and VC backed company. https://fi.co/50/delight We are developing an automated service for high volume call center to increase user delight with a multilingual phone bot. The bot handles 30 languages both for incoming and outgoing calls. It is very easy for set up. No special AI or IT skills is needed. Business model is B2B SaaS mainly focused on enterprise market. Hiro, Co-Founder and CEO is technical founder and majored AI at university. He also worked 3rd biggest call center company in Japan for three years and know the market. He is a serial entrepreneur. His previous business is marathon event organizer. Many participants call us when weather forecast says it is rain on the event day. And we developed this as in house software like slack did. Co-Founder, Naqui is a gross marketer and B2B Sales expert.

Elephantech

Venture Round in 2022
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Elephantech specializes in the manufacturing of electronic circuits. The company's innovative metal inkjet printing technology enables it to produce flexible printed circuit boards sustainably.

Capex

Venture Round in 2021
Capex Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the planning and development of PATONA, an artificial intelligence application designed to serve as a life partner. Founded in 2019, Capex focuses on creating an engaging user experience through an AI bot that employs natural language processing, allowing users to communicate and interact meaningfully. The application aims to enhance human connections and address feelings of loneliness by providing a virtual companion that reflects the user's personal life and interactions. Through its innovative approach, Capex seeks to promote the harmonious coexistence of technology and human experiences.

SPeak Corporation

Venture Round in 2021
SPeak Corporation, founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops web content and a web-matching platform aimed at connecting global talent with opportunities in Japan. The company's primary offerings include JPort Journal and JPort Match. JPort Match serves as a direct recruiting service and acts as a global career platform designed to support emerging talents in their career pursuits. Through its innovative solutions, SPeak Corporation seeks to facilitate better connections between job seekers and employers within Japan's evolving job market.

Appify Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Appify Technologies, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in application development through its platform, Appify. The platform enables users to create professional applications without the need for coding expertise, focusing primarily on the e-commerce sector. By integrating with popular site creation platforms like Base, Shopify, and CAMPFIRE Community, Appify allows users to develop official mobile applications for their online stores. This no-code approach empowers individuals and businesses to enhance their online presence and streamline their operations by easily transforming their e-commerce websites into fully functional apps.

Meetscare

Venture Round in 2020
Meetscare provides correct information and supports the self-awareness of all people involved in care. The company provides a wealth of information to ensure optimal care and create a mechanism for the realization. Users can make a telephone consultation and web diagnosis and search for free information using the system. Meetscare was founded on 2016 and is headquartered in Arakawa, Tokyo.

aidiot

Venture Round in 2020
Aidiot is a Tokyo-based AI-driven data platform company that provides data management and sales capabilities, data matching and processing, and face recognition software, as well as data processing and consulting services. Founded in 2015, the company operates offices in Osaka, Japan and Yanji, China. Its platform delivers data infrastructure construction, collection, distribution, maintenance management, processing and preprocessing, and utilization support using artificial intelligence to improve business efficiency. It serves sectors including transportation, warehousing, real estate, healthcare, and manufacturing. The platform offers data-driven insights, automates marketing processes, increases sales efficiency, analyzes customer behavior, and enhances operational performance, enabling data-driven decisions and potential revenue growth.

Contrea

Seed Round in 2020
Contrea specializes in developing medical software that facilitates informed consent through video-based explanations. Its flagship product, MediOS, assists healthcare professionals in providing clear information to patients about their conditions, treatments, and potential complications. MediOS also supports patient decision-making by enabling two-way communication with medical staff.

Holo-X

Seed Round in 2020
Holo-X Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing extended reality (XR) solutions tailored for corporate applications. Founded in 2019, Holo-X offers a range of services focused on enhancing sales and advertising through innovative XR technologies. The company also provides a customer communication management tool designed to streamline and centralize interactions between businesses and their customers, thereby supporting customer success initiatives. With its commitment to advancing business media, Holo-X aims to transform how companies engage with their clientele through immersive and interactive experiences.

Overflow

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Overflow specializes in providing information services and consultancy focused on enhancing consumers' financial knowledge and efficiency. Its platform offers job matching services for engineers and designers, comprehensive money management information, and strategic consulting in internet media.

Rentio

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, Rentio operates an online platform for selling and leasing camera and home appliances. It offers subscription-based rental services, allowing customers to try products without purchasing them outright.

Progate

Series A in 2020
Progate is an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that assists individuals in learning coding and programming languages such as Python, command line, Git, and SQL.

Graffity

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo in 2017, Graffity develops augmented reality (AR) applications that enhance communication and entertainment. Its flagship product is an AR fighting game designed to provide global AR experiences, enriching everyday life with features like AR battle, text/image sharing, and real-space image projection.

Seibii

Funding Round in 2020
Seibii, Inc. is a company that specializes in car maintenance and repair services, aiming to enhance vehicle safety and convenience for its customers. Founded in 2019 and based in Minato, Japan, Seibii operates through an online platform and mobile application, allowing users to access a range of services including car repairs, parts installation, and roadside assistance. The company focuses on digitalizing the automobile aftermarket industry, providing a cost-effective and hassle-free solution for car maintenance by dispatching qualified mechanics directly to customers when needed.

Parks

Seed Round in 2019
Parks Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in telecommunications services. In addition to its core offerings, Parks gathers and analyzes data from prior research to support corporate research and development initiatives. The company produces and disseminates research and survey materials related to machine learning and has expanded its focus to applied artificial intelligence in various sectors, including commerce, industry, and the arts. Through these activities, Parks aims to leverage technological advancements to enhance its service offerings and contribute to innovation in its fields of expertise.

Shippio

Series A in 2019
Shippio is a Tokyo-based digital freight forwarding and logistics platform that streamlines international trade processes. The company provides end-to-end support for import and export, centralizing shipment tracking, customs documentation, and contact information, and offering quick estimates and transaction responses. Its platform facilitates international shipping, paperwork management, trucking, drayage, warehousing, packaging, and pickup and delivery from global ports, along with transport arrangements. Shippio also offers a dedicated dashboard for import and export management, cost analysis, and invoice management, enabling the creation of required documents and centralized handling of large data sets, while delivering rapid customer support. By consolidating multiple logistics tasks into a single interface, Shippio helps shipping companies and exporters manage complex cross-border transactions more efficiently. The company emphasizes digital workflow optimization and documentation support to reduce time and costs in international shipments.

Aroma Bit

Series A in 2019
Aroma Bit, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development, production, and sales of electronic equipment and systems, with a focus on compact odor imaging sensors. The company aims to enhance the understanding and utility of scents by creating innovative products and services that digitize olfactory experiences. Aroma Bit's technology allows for the conversion of various odors into visualized patterns, enabling the collection of digital olfactory data. This capability assists businesses in detecting ingredients in food samples and aids care providers in identifying diseases across diverse applications. Through its pioneering approach, Aroma Bit seeks to elevate the significance of olfactory information in various sectors.

Follop

Venture Round in 2019
Follop is a Tokyo-based influencer marketing company that develops a mobile application to connect brands with social media influencers for marketing campaigns. The app enables influencers to post about hotels, restaurants, beauty products, and leisure facilities and provides a platform for brands to manage influencer collaborations. It includes an in-app wallet to handle revenues and supports in-app product purchases, allowing users to earn money by posting about items on Instagram. Founded in 2019, Follop focuses on planning, development, and operation of influencer marketing services and related businesses.

1ne studio

Seed Round in 2019
1ne studio is a startup that supports creators who want to work as a professional. It aims to empower creators, hoping to help them focus more on great creativity without having to spend hours on promotion, preparing a portfolio. Its product is called "foriio" whereas it is the portfolio platform for great creators. “foriio” is a portfolio creation service that anyone can easily create a simple and easy to see portfolio page.” With the concept of “portfolio to all creators, efficient matching of the creators, the place of appeal is limited to breaking the current situation. In June 2019, the company raised approximately 50 million yen from several companies and investors, including the East Ventures. Matching companies seeking creators and creators with various demands, such as influencers, liver, video Contents, VR, VTB, etc. It will evolve as a platform. It was founded on December 15, 2017, and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Live Duo

Seed Round in 2019
Live Duo Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing information technology services. The organization is dedicated to enhancing vitality through various initiatives and activities within the IT sector.

Zenjinmitou

Venture Round in 2019
Zenjinmitou Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing career support services for non-university graduates. The company focuses on career consultation for venture managers and facilitates the introduction of job opportunities and external services. By addressing the needs of non-university graduates, Zenjinmitou aims to reduce the mismatch between job seekers and employers, enabling clients to secure positions that align with their talents and preferences. Additionally, the company offers agent services tailored for startups, further enhancing its commitment to supporting diverse career pathways for individuals without traditional university backgrounds.

FIREBUG

Venture Round in 2019
FIREBUG Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, specializes in media content creation and marketing services. The company offers comprehensive solutions including marketing planning for mass and digital platforms, public relations support, TV commercial production, media buying, event planning, and smartphone video distribution. FIREBUG also facilitates talent development for comedians, actresses, models, artists, and creators by arranging production plans and creating IP and advertising items based on their social networking sites. Additionally, they provide basic marketing assistance and advertising services for businesses.

Div

Venture Round in 2018
Div Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in providing programming education through its TECH::CAMP initiative. It offers short-term intensive training courses designed to equip students with the skills needed to become proficient engineers. Div operates programming schools in both online and classroom formats, catering to a diverse range of learners. The company's primary objective is to transform inexperienced individuals into professional engineers capable of pursuing careers in technology, particularly in web design. Through its comprehensive curriculum, Div aims to facilitate the transition from novice to skilled practitioner in the software programming field.

Shippio

Venture Round in 2018
Shippio is a Tokyo-based digital freight forwarding and logistics platform that streamlines international trade processes. The company provides end-to-end support for import and export, centralizing shipment tracking, customs documentation, and contact information, and offering quick estimates and transaction responses. Its platform facilitates international shipping, paperwork management, trucking, drayage, warehousing, packaging, and pickup and delivery from global ports, along with transport arrangements. Shippio also offers a dedicated dashboard for import and export management, cost analysis, and invoice management, enabling the creation of required documents and centralized handling of large data sets, while delivering rapid customer support. By consolidating multiple logistics tasks into a single interface, Shippio helps shipping companies and exporters manage complex cross-border transactions more efficiently. The company emphasizes digital workflow optimization and documentation support to reduce time and costs in international shipments.

SmartEstate

Venture Round in 2018
SmartEstate, Inc. is a real estate company based in Minato-ku, Japan, that aims to streamline the rental process through technology. By utilizing machine learning, SmartEstate automates rental transactions, significantly reducing the need for human intervention and eliminating brokerage fees. The company operates an online portal that connects users directly with property options, enhancing efficiency and accessibility in the real estate market.

Skrum

Seed Round in 2018
Skrum Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the development of Qryppo, a cooperative live broadcast quiz application. In addition to its primary product, Skrum provides system development and business support services, collaborating with clients throughout the planning and post-launch phases to facilitate continuous growth. The company's focus on interactive entertainment and client partnership reflects its commitment to enhancing user engagement and optimizing operational success.

Market Drive

Venture Round in 2017
Market Drive Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the design and development of innovative applications. One of its primary offerings is eevee, a platform that facilitates communication between users and shops, incorporating a unique feature where men cover women's meal expenses. Additionally, Market Drive is known for developing EveEve, Japan's largest marriage-hunting application. The company has secured funding from various individual investors, enabling it to enhance its management structure, accelerate development, and expand its network of affiliated stores. Through these efforts, Market Drive aims to strengthen its market position and continue delivering valuable services to its users.

Nulab

Seed Round in 2017
Nulab Inc. is a Japanese software company founded in 2004 that creates web‑based collaboration tools for teams. Its flagship products include Backlog, a project‑management platform; Cacoo, a visual diagramming and whiteboard application; Typetalk, a business chat service; and Nulab Pass, a security and governance solution. The company targets a broad range of sectors such as software, technology, education, advertising, marketing, healthcare, financial services, professional services, retail, and manufacturing. Headquartered in Fukuoka, Nulab operates additional offices in Tokyo, Kyoto, New York, Amsterdam, and Singapore, and maintains a community space in Singapore that supports startups and developers. By focusing on ease of communication and rapid feedback, Nulab aims to improve team productivity and product quality.

TripBox Japan

Venture Round in 2017
TripBox Japan is a Tokyo-based company that has developed a mobile application designed to help users find restaurants and drinking establishments. The app allows users to search for dining options using visual information, such as pictures of the restaurant's interior, exterior, and meals shared on social media platforms. This innovative approach enables customers to discover restaurants that appeal to them while browsing through their social media feeds. TripBox Japan aims to deliver information of consistent quality, helping users access reliable dining recommendations regardless of their location.

TANOsim

Venture Round in 2017
TANOsim Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, specializes in developing platforms for professionals engaged in 3D computer graphics (3DCG), games, and virtual/augmented reality content creation. The company's flagship service, CG Crowd, facilitates connections between businesses and skilled professionals across diverse industries such as video production, VFX, gaming, pachinko, VR/AR/MR technologies, and 3D printing. TANOsim's software solutions cater to various sectors including entertainment, medical care, architecture, product design, and more, enabling clients to customize graphics and develop tailored software alternatives based on their specific needs.

Autify

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Autify, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software testing automation. Its primary offering, Autify No Code, allows users to create automated end-to-end tests for applications without the need for extensive coding knowledge. The platform monitors user interface changes and automatically updates affected test scenarios with each software release. Additionally, Autify has introduced a product named Zenes, which leverages AI to facilitate the creation of new software tests by enabling users to interact directly with an AI agent that generates tests based on product documentation. The platform includes features such as cross-browser testing, email testing, local replay, service integration, and parallel execution, all designed to enhance the productivity and accuracy of quality assurance teams.

Fowd

Angel Round in 2017
FOWD, Inc. is a Tokyo-based entertainment company established in 2017, specializing in the development and operation of a smartphone novel platform. The company focuses on chat fiction, offering a unique application that presents text content in a chat format, allowing users to engage with serialized novels as if they are participating in real-time conversations. This innovative approach enables users to access free content daily, creating a new form of entertainment that blends traditional storytelling with modern communication styles.

waaq

Venture Round in 2017
Waaq Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing and operating Waaq Assistant, a cloud-based software platform that automates schedule adjustments and coordination for business meetings. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the platform streamlines the scheduling process, significantly reducing the time and effort required for organizations to coordinate with trading partners and recruitment candidates. This innovative solution enhances operational efficiency, allowing businesses to focus on their core activities while improving overall productivity.

Cluster

Series A in 2017
Cluster, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that has developed a virtual reality application called Cluster. This platform allows users to host various events, including live music performances and conferences, in a virtual environment. By connecting thousands of participants simultaneously, Cluster facilitates large-scale virtual events that provide an engaging experience. Users can create customized rooms within the virtual space, enabling them to interact with others while enjoying live video content. The company, initially known as Fictbox Inc., rebranded to Cluster, Inc. in April 2016 and aims to expand its business through enhanced product development and marketing efforts.

Shippio

Venture Round in 2017
Shippio is a Tokyo-based digital freight forwarding and logistics platform that streamlines international trade processes. The company provides end-to-end support for import and export, centralizing shipment tracking, customs documentation, and contact information, and offering quick estimates and transaction responses. Its platform facilitates international shipping, paperwork management, trucking, drayage, warehousing, packaging, and pickup and delivery from global ports, along with transport arrangements. Shippio also offers a dedicated dashboard for import and export management, cost analysis, and invoice management, enabling the creation of required documents and centralized handling of large data sets, while delivering rapid customer support. By consolidating multiple logistics tasks into a single interface, Shippio helps shipping companies and exporters manage complex cross-border transactions more efficiently. The company emphasizes digital workflow optimization and documentation support to reduce time and costs in international shipments.

Market Drive

Venture Round in 2017
Market Drive Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the design and development of innovative applications. One of its primary offerings is eevee, a platform that facilitates communication between users and shops, incorporating a unique feature where men cover women's meal expenses. Additionally, Market Drive is known for developing EveEve, Japan's largest marriage-hunting application. The company has secured funding from various individual investors, enabling it to enhance its management structure, accelerate development, and expand its network of affiliated stores. Through these efforts, Market Drive aims to strengthen its market position and continue delivering valuable services to its users.

CAMPFIRE

Series A in 2017
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in planning, developing, and managing cloud funding platforms in Japan. It operates the largest crowdfunding platform in the country, known as CAMPFIRE, which supports individuals and creators in launching a variety of projects. In addition to its main platform, CAMPFIRE offers several specialized services, including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related initiatives, and FAAVO for region-focused endeavors. The company also features polka, an application that facilitates fundraising for personal events among friends, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which provides financial services centered on loans. Another offering, Gojo, is a community wallet application designed for sharing funds among family and community members. Since its establishment in 2011, CAMPFIRE has catered to a diverse clientele that includes individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.

Market Drive

Venture Round in 2016
Market Drive Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the design and development of innovative applications. One of its primary offerings is eevee, a platform that facilitates communication between users and shops, incorporating a unique feature where men cover women's meal expenses. Additionally, Market Drive is known for developing EveEve, Japan's largest marriage-hunting application. The company has secured funding from various individual investors, enabling it to enhance its management structure, accelerate development, and expand its network of affiliated stores. Through these efforts, Market Drive aims to strengthen its market position and continue delivering valuable services to its users.

Cocon

Venture Round in 2016
Cocon, Inc. is a consulting firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cyber security services. Founded in 2013, the company originally operated under the name Panda Graphics, Inc. until rebranding in May 2015. Cocon provides a crowdsourcing platform that facilitates the production of animation content and offers voice work services. Additionally, it delivers motion production services and develops solutions for motion capture technology. The company's focus is on enhancing security measures for businesses, employing advanced technologies to protect data and improve security diagnostics across various sectors, including connected cars and industrial systems. Through its diverse offerings, Cocon aims to help organizations operate efficiently while mitigating information security risks.

Shippio

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Shippio is a Tokyo-based digital freight forwarding and logistics platform that streamlines international trade processes. The company provides end-to-end support for import and export, centralizing shipment tracking, customs documentation, and contact information, and offering quick estimates and transaction responses. Its platform facilitates international shipping, paperwork management, trucking, drayage, warehousing, packaging, and pickup and delivery from global ports, along with transport arrangements. Shippio also offers a dedicated dashboard for import and export management, cost analysis, and invoice management, enabling the creation of required documents and centralized handling of large data sets, while delivering rapid customer support. By consolidating multiple logistics tasks into a single interface, Shippio helps shipping companies and exporters manage complex cross-border transactions more efficiently. The company emphasizes digital workflow optimization and documentation support to reduce time and costs in international shipments.

Branding Enginner

Venture Round in 2016
Branding Engineer Co., Ltd. is a recruitment support service provider based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the IT sector. Founded in 2013, the company focuses on facilitating the career development of engineers, offering comprehensive solutions that range from knowledge acquisition to employment and independent career support. Additionally, Branding Engineer addresses the needs of various organizations by providing consulting services related to engineering issues, including development orders and human resource selection. The company also develops and operates Mayonez, a lifestyle magazine aimed at IT professionals, and Tap-biz, which shares valuable insights for business individuals. With a commitment to enhancing the IT human resources market, Branding Engineer plays a pivotal role in educating and supporting IT engineers throughout their careers.

User Local

Venture Round in 2016
User Local, Inc. is a Tokyo-based software firm established in 2005 that specializes in the development of data analysis tools and artificial intelligence technologies. The company focuses on creating various analytical solutions for site creators and marketers, including tools for web marketing, social media analysis, and media analysis. Its product lineup features User Insight for web marketing support, Social Insight for social media analytics, and Media Insight for media analysis. Additionally, User Local offers services such as heat map analysis, text mining, and AI-driven future forecasting. The company also manages an artificial intelligence chatbot, enhancing its capabilities in providing comprehensive data-driven solutions.

Saleshub

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Saleshub operates an online platform facilitating connections between individuals seeking side jobs, businesses looking for customers, and customers aiming to make referrals. The platform enables users to earn rewards by introducing acquaintances to relevant business opportunities.

Cluster

Seed Round in 2016
Cluster, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that has developed a virtual reality application called Cluster. This platform allows users to host various events, including live music performances and conferences, in a virtual environment. By connecting thousands of participants simultaneously, Cluster facilitates large-scale virtual events that provide an engaging experience. Users can create customized rooms within the virtual space, enabling them to interact with others while enjoying live video content. The company, initially known as Fictbox Inc., rebranded to Cluster, Inc. in April 2016 and aims to expand its business through enhanced product development and marketing efforts.

SpeakBUDDY

Seed Round in 2016
SpeakBUDDY is a Tokyo-based developer of an English learning platform that offers a mobile and web app for individuals, corporates, and schools. Its core product combines an AI-powered English learning app with pronunciation checking and scenario-based content, alongside an online coaching service named SpartaBUDDY. The subscription-based platform provides curriculum creation tools and personalized practice to improve speaking and comprehension. Established in 2013, the company focuses on scalable language training that blends self-guided app use with professional coaching.

Infratop

Venture Round in 2016
Infratop Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a company that specializes in education programming and human resources services. It offers a variety of programs including a coding boot camp designed for graduates, an agent service that assists engineers in transitioning to new careers, and a media service providing information for beginners in programming. The company aims to empower individuals by enhancing their skills through learning, enabling them to achieve personal and professional growth. Infratop's services are structured to support students through online learning systems combined with face-to-face lectures, ensuring effective career development.

SENSU

Angel Round in 2016
SENSU is a visual cloud platform that specializes in managing internet content. Established in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the platform facilitates creative visual communication and content management. It provides users with a range of tools for bookmarking, filtering, collaboration, and sharing, allowing for seamless content manipulation directly within the browser. SENSU aims to enhance the way users interact with and manage digital content, promoting efficient and innovative workflows.

SmartHR

Seed Round in 2016
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based human resources management software. Founded in 2013, SmartHR provides a comprehensive platform designed to automate procedures related to social insurance and employment insurance. The software enables users to fill out online forms and generate digital versions of essential documents such as pension and employment insurance paperwork, which can be submitted electronically. By offering a suite of technology-enabled solutions for employee management, talent management, and overall HR administration, SmartHR caters to a wide range of businesses, from large enterprises to small and medium-sized enterprises. Through its innovative approach, SmartHR aims to streamline HR processes and enhance employee productivity.

BrightTable

Seed Round in 2016
BrightTable, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops and operates the gourmet Q&A application known as Pecotter. Founded in February 2012, BrightTable provides a gourmet concierge app designed to streamline the table reservation process for users. The application allows customers to input details such as the restaurant name, date, time, and party size, after which it facilitates the reservation by contacting the restaurant directly. This service aims to enhance the dining experience for food enthusiasts and socialites by making restaurant reservations convenient and hassle-free.

Medley

Corporate Round in 2015
Medley, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2009, specializing in recruitment and medical business platforms in Japan. The company operates through three primary segments: Recruitment Platform Business, Medical Platform Business, and New Services. Its key offerings include JobMedley, a recruitment system tailored for the medical and healthcare sectors; CLINICS Telemedicine, enabling virtual consultations between patients and medical institutions; and CLINICS, a cloud-based medical support system. Medley also provides MEDLEY, a medical information service designed to aid patients, and Kaigo-no Honne, a platform for searching nursing care facilities. Additionally, the company develops medical accounting software, thereby contributing to the healthcare industry's digital transformation. Medley aims to facilitate enhanced communication and connection between patients and healthcare providers, promoting a comprehensive understanding of medical information in society.

Kanmu

Venture Round in 2015
Kanmu, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in sales promotion services linked to credit cards. It has developed a consumer reward platform that offers credit card-linked coupons tailored to users' individual purchasing histories and preferences. By analyzing this data, Kanmu delivers personalized offers and discounts that enhance online shopping experiences. The platform aims to broaden access to promotional opportunities, even for unbanked individuals, thereby promoting engagement with various online sales initiatives.

Aroma Bit

Seed Round in 2015
Aroma Bit, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development, production, and sales of electronic equipment and systems, with a focus on compact odor imaging sensors. The company aims to enhance the understanding and utility of scents by creating innovative products and services that digitize olfactory experiences. Aroma Bit's technology allows for the conversion of various odors into visualized patterns, enabling the collection of digital olfactory data. This capability assists businesses in detecting ingredients in food samples and aids care providers in identifying diseases across diverse applications. Through its pioneering approach, Aroma Bit seeks to elevate the significance of olfactory information in various sectors.

Jiraffe

Angel Round in 2015
Founded in 2014, Jiraffe operates online platforms that facilitate price comparisons and transactions for iPhone repairs, parts replacement, and smartphone purchases. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company aims to empower customers with informed buying decisions.

Progate

Seed Round in 2015
Progate is an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that assists individuals in learning coding and programming languages such as Python, command line, Git, and SQL.

Jiraffe

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2014, Jiraffe operates online platforms that facilitate price comparisons and transactions for iPhone repairs, parts replacement, and smartphone purchases. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company aims to empower customers with informed buying decisions.

User Local

Venture Round in 2015
User Local, Inc. is a Tokyo-based software firm established in 2005 that specializes in the development of data analysis tools and artificial intelligence technologies. The company focuses on creating various analytical solutions for site creators and marketers, including tools for web marketing, social media analysis, and media analysis. Its product lineup features User Insight for web marketing support, Social Insight for social media analytics, and Media Insight for media analysis. Additionally, User Local offers services such as heat map analysis, text mining, and AI-driven future forecasting. The company also manages an artificial intelligence chatbot, enhancing its capabilities in providing comprehensive data-driven solutions.

Tsukuruba

Series A in 2015
Tsukuruba Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in technology-driven property-related services. Founded in 2011 by Morakami Hiroki and Makihiro Nakamura, it operates an online brokerage platform called cowcamo, which focuses on the sale and resale of used and renovated properties. In addition to its real estate services, Tsukuruba offers Shared Workplace solutions, which encompass office search, design, and relocation consulting. The company also provides HEYSHA, a service offering office spaces tailored for startups, and co-ba, a subscription-based co-working office model. Furthermore, Tsukuruba fosters a creative community through its Creative Team, which includes engineers, designers, and architects, and operates tsukuruba studios, a space dedicated to innovative design experimentation.

Leading Mark

Series A in 2015
Leading Mark Inc. is an employment agency based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in human resources services. The company is focused on streamlining the recruitment process through its online platform, which aggregates job listings tailored to users' interests. This approach aims to enhance the job-seeking experience by prioritizing the needs of applicants, in contrast to larger, traditional agencies that may focus more on the hiring companies. Additionally, Leading Mark is expanding its operations to include mid-career and international hiring, with a dedicated team in China working to connect top Japanese-speaking Chinese students with domestic employers. By emphasizing a user-centric model, Leading Mark seeks to alleviate the frustrations often faced by job seekers, ensuring they receive the information and opportunities they need to advance their careers.

Elephantech

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Elephantech specializes in the manufacturing of electronic circuits. The company's innovative metal inkjet printing technology enables it to produce flexible printed circuit boards sustainably.

Shelfy

Venture Round in 2014
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Shelfy operates an online platform designed to address inefficiencies in the construction industry. Its core offering is a web service that streamlines safety document management at construction sites and facilitates optimal matching between clients and specialized contractors.

Shelfy

Venture Round in 2014
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Shelfy operates an online platform designed to address inefficiencies in the construction industry. Its core offering is a web service that streamlines safety document management at construction sites and facilitates optimal matching between clients and specialized contractors.

Pocket Supernova

Seed Round in 2014
Pocket Supernova Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013, specializing in the development of video-messaging and mobile applications. Its flagship product, Unda, allows users to record videos and enhance them with text and graphics, facilitating the creation of engaging content. In addition to Unda, the company has developed other applications such as Video Selfie and WatchMe, which further expand its portfolio in the mobile communications space. Pocket Supernova focuses on providing users with tools for creating professional-looking videos and photos, featuring capabilities like face tracking, video overlays, and various creative tools, all designed to simplify the process of producing social media-ready content.

Progate

Seed Round in 2014
Progate is an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that assists individuals in learning coding and programming languages such as Python, command line, Git, and SQL.

Quan

Series A in 2014
Quan Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing character-driven content for smartphone applications and web platforms. The company offers a diverse portfolio of over 500 characters, including Betakkuma, Sugar Cubs, and Business Fish, which are utilized in various messaging applications and social games, primarily targeting markets in Japan and Southeast Asia. In addition to character development, Quan Inc. provides global content distribution services and creates illustrations and stamps for chat apps. The company also engages in public relations and advertising, offering services such as market research, translation, and game management to enhance user engagement and promote its content effectively.

SENSU

Seed Round in 2014
SENSU is a visual cloud platform that specializes in managing internet content. Established in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the platform facilitates creative visual communication and content management. It provides users with a range of tools for bookmarking, filtering, collaboration, and sharing, allowing for seamless content manipulation directly within the browser. SENSU aims to enhance the way users interact with and manage digital content, promoting efficient and innovative workflows.

Translimit

Seed Round in 2014
Translimit is a mobile game developer based in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, focused on creating smartphone games and experiences for brain training, puzzles, strategy and sports. The company is known for BrainWars, a mobile quiz game that pits players against each other. Founded in 2014, Translimit was established by Hiroki Takaba and Takuma Kudo, who had previously worked on CyberAgent projects such as Ameba Pico and Girl Friend BETA. The team has been involved with the Movida Japan incubation program in Tokyo, and its games target Android and iOS devices, with an emphasis on accessible, casual play and, per PitchBook, an interest in the metaverse.

OKpanda

Seed Round in 2014
OKpanda Inc. operates a mobile-based English learning application designed to enhance the learning experience through interactive methods. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Tokyo and Berlin, the platform allows users to engage in live video lessons, instant messaging, and access a variety of digital curricula. By enabling qualified English teachers to create personalized classrooms, OKpanda targets the extensive English learning market in Asia, particularly focusing on Japan, where traditional language schools dominate. The application addresses common challenges faced by learners, such as motivation and resource selection, by offering tailored learning paths that combine live instruction with innovative digital tools. This approach not only aims to improve learning outcomes but also provides a cost-effective alternative to conventional language education.

Monstar Lab

Venture Round in 2014
Monstar Lab, Inc. is a software development firm headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, specializing in creating customized software solutions for a diverse range of clients. Founded in 2006, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes project planning, market analysis, design, mobile application development, web services, and legacy migration. With a global presence, Monstar Lab employs over 1,200 engineers and creators across 26 cities in 15 countries, providing access to top talent and expertise. Its services also encompass web marketing, product localization, co-working spaces, robotic process automation, game development, streaming services, HR technology, and educational programs. By combining innovative technology with skilled professionals, Monstar Lab aims to deliver effective solutions that empower businesses and enhance user experiences worldwide.

LiB

Venture Round in 2014
LiB is a Tokyo-based company offering a membership-driven outplacement service tailored for women eager to continue their professional journey. Its platform facilitates job searches and career growth opportunities, empowering women to succeed in their chosen careers.

Cocon

Seed Round in 2014
Cocon, Inc. is a consulting firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cyber security services. Founded in 2013, the company originally operated under the name Panda Graphics, Inc. until rebranding in May 2015. Cocon provides a crowdsourcing platform that facilitates the production of animation content and offers voice work services. Additionally, it delivers motion production services and develops solutions for motion capture technology. The company's focus is on enhancing security measures for businesses, employing advanced technologies to protect data and improve security diagnostics across various sectors, including connected cars and industrial systems. Through its diverse offerings, Cocon aims to help organizations operate efficiently while mitigating information security risks.

BitStar

Seed Round in 2014
BitStar Inc. is a Tokyo‑based company founded in 2014 that offers a comprehensive suite of services for video and content creators. Its platform accelerates creator growth by providing content production, brand development, and data analytics tools. The firm also supplies influencer marketing and support services, including promotion through advertising solutions for travel, gaming, cosmetics, automotive, toy, and consumer goods sectors, as well as event management such as pop‑up stores and off‑sessions. Additional services cover merchandising, VTuber and music production, fan‑letter and gift handling, and accounting. BitStar operates an online fan club called Costa and facilitates media appearances on television, magazines, and other outlets, while enabling overseas casting. The company partners with advertising networks to help creators, enterprises, and entertainment entities enhance audience engagement and build sustainable digital brands.

BitFlyer

Seed Round in 2014
BitFlyer, Inc. is a virtual currency exchange and blockchain development service provider based in Minato-ku, Japan. Established in 2014, it specializes in facilitating transactions in various digital currencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, among others. BitFlyer offers a comprehensive platform that enables customers to buy, sell, and spend cryptocurrencies securely. It features multiple markets, including a Bitcoin marketplace and altcoin exchanges, along with advanced services such as an application programming interface for custom account management. Additionally, BitFlyer provides e-commerce payment solutions that allow businesses to accept Bitcoin, enhancing the overall trading experience. The company also operates fundFlyer, a crowdfunding platform designed to support projects through Bitcoin funding.

MONEY DESIGN

Seed Round in 2014
MONEY DESIGN Co., Ltd. is a fintech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in asset management and investment advisory services, providing automated investment management solutions to its clients. By leveraging technology, MONEY DESIGN aims to simplify the investment process and make financial advice more accessible to a broader audience.

Techouse

Seed Round in 2014
Techouse Inc., founded on January 10, 2012, is based in Tokyo, Japan, and specializes in internet media and website service consulting. The company offers a range of services, including digital transformation cloud system solutions tailored for recruitment, as well as streamlined web design, advertising, management, and human resources workflows. Through its innovative approach, Techouse aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its clients' operations in the digital space.

Cardia Japan

Seed Round in 2014
Cardia Japan is a graphic production company specializing in the creation of visual assets for video games. In addition to its graphic services, the company also operates as a consulting firm focused on the planning, development, and management of online services. Based in Tokyo, Japan, Cardia is currently functioning in stealth mode, suggesting a strategic approach to its operations and potential offerings in the gaming industry.

Timers

Venture Round in 2013
Timers Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a variety of mobile applications catering to different social needs. Their flagship product, 'Pairy', is a social networking application specifically designed for couples, fostering connection and interaction. Additionally, Timers offers applications aimed at singles for matchmaking purposes. The company also provides a family-oriented application that enables users to create monthly calendars and photo albums for child-rearing families, allowing them to share memories and strengthen family bonds. Through these diverse offerings, Timers Inc. seeks to enhance social engagement and familial relationships.

nanameue

Seed Round in 2013
Nanameue, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013 that focuses on the development and service planning of smartphone applications and web graphic design. The company specializes in creating iOS applications aimed at facilitating social connections among users by allowing them to communicate about shared interests and experiences. One of its key offerings is an application that enables users to create slideshow-style movies using preselected digital photos and information, making it easy to share fun and memorable videos with friends and family. Nanameue aims to foster joyful experiences and a sense of belonging, providing individuals with a platform to express themselves and connect with others.

7-bites

Seed Round in 2013
7-bites is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the anime and doujin goods market through its flea market application, A2mato. Founded in 2010, A2mato provides a platform for users to buy and sell a variety of anime-related products, including fanzines, manga books, games, cosplay costumes, figures, and cards. The company previously developed a SaaS-based invoicing platform called Noroshi, which was acquired by a competitor in 2012. 7-bites continues to focus on expanding its presence in the niche market of anime goods, catering to enthusiasts and collectors.

Kanmu

Venture Round in 2013
Kanmu, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in sales promotion services linked to credit cards. It has developed a consumer reward platform that offers credit card-linked coupons tailored to users' individual purchasing histories and preferences. By analyzing this data, Kanmu delivers personalized offers and discounts that enhance online shopping experiences. The platform aims to broaden access to promotional opportunities, even for unbanked individuals, thereby promoting engagement with various online sales initiatives.

EventRegist

Seed Round in 2013
EventRegist Co., Ltd., established in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing an online platform for event organizers. Its core product, EventRegist, simplifies event promotion, attendee management, and ticketing. The platform offers features such as event listing, promotion, pre-registration, attendee management, promotion code issuance, survey creation, lottery assignment, timetable settings, and attendee list download. It also facilitates online payment collection. EventRegist caters to both local and international events, supporting multiple languages and operating in Japan and Indonesia. Notable clients include CEATEC and the Tokyo Game Show.

Crevo

Seed Round in 2013
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Crevo operates a web-based platform for language-free open-crowdsourcing contests. This enables users worldwide to find custom designs tailored to their needs.

BASE

Seed Round in 2013
BASE, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development and operation of Web services. The company offers a range of services, including an online shop opening service and a smartphone shopping app under the BASE brand. Additionally, it provides financial services such as YELL BANK, which facilitates fundraising for shop owners using the BASE platform. BASE also offers PAY.JP, an online service for implementing credit card payments, and PAY ID, an ID-type payment service for consumers. The company's services are primarily focused on the Japanese market.

Medley

Seed Round in 2012
Medley, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2009, specializing in recruitment and medical business platforms in Japan. The company operates through three primary segments: Recruitment Platform Business, Medical Platform Business, and New Services. Its key offerings include JobMedley, a recruitment system tailored for the medical and healthcare sectors; CLINICS Telemedicine, enabling virtual consultations between patients and medical institutions; and CLINICS, a cloud-based medical support system. Medley also provides MEDLEY, a medical information service designed to aid patients, and Kaigo-no Honne, a platform for searching nursing care facilities. Additionally, the company develops medical accounting software, thereby contributing to the healthcare industry's digital transformation. Medley aims to facilitate enhanced communication and connection between patients and healthcare providers, promoting a comprehensive understanding of medical information in society.

Quan

Seed Round in 2012
Quan Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing character-driven content for smartphone applications and web platforms. The company offers a diverse portfolio of over 500 characters, including Betakkuma, Sugar Cubs, and Business Fish, which are utilized in various messaging applications and social games, primarily targeting markets in Japan and Southeast Asia. In addition to character development, Quan Inc. provides global content distribution services and creates illustrations and stamps for chat apps. The company also engages in public relations and advertising, offering services such as market research, translation, and game management to enhance user engagement and promote its content effectively.

CAMPFIRE

Seed Round in 2012
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in planning, developing, and managing cloud funding platforms in Japan. It operates the largest crowdfunding platform in the country, known as CAMPFIRE, which supports individuals and creators in launching a variety of projects. In addition to its main platform, CAMPFIRE offers several specialized services, including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related initiatives, and FAAVO for region-focused endeavors. The company also features polka, an application that facilitates fundraising for personal events among friends, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which provides financial services centered on loans. Another offering, Gojo, is a community wallet application designed for sharing funds among family and community members. Since its establishment in 2011, CAMPFIRE has catered to a diverse clientele that includes individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.
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