Global Brain

Global Brain Corporation, founded in 1998 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in seed, early, and later-stage startups. The firm has a diverse portfolio, having invested in over 300 companies across various sectors, including e-commerce, software, gaming, media, IoT, disruptive technology, education, entertainment, and fintech. Global Brain is recognized for its hands-on support approach, which has contributed to 25 initial public offerings and 61 mergers and acquisitions among its portfolio companies. In addition to managing traditional investment funds, Global Brain also provides Venture Capital as a Service (VCaaS) solutions and collaborates with leading public companies in sectors such as telecommunications, real estate, financial services, beverages, agriculture, logistics, and electronic devices.

Kaori Akiba

Director

Hidetaka Aoki

Investment Group Partner and Fellow Chief of Space Lab

Tatsunori Arai

Director

Megumi Asatsuma

Director

Anjani Bansal

Partner / India Office Representative

Brooke Beers

Partner

Takuji Chida

Director

Hogil Doh

General Partner

Thomas Duong

Principal

Brian Flucht

Partner / US Division Head

Hajime Furuya

Venture Partner

Kenji Hayashi

Principal

Shohei Hayashi

Partner

Harue Hayashi

Partner / Vice Chief Fund Management Officer

Jie He

Director China office Representative

Yosuke Hirai

Director

Joopyo Hong

Partner Investment Group

Naoki Horie

Principal

Jang Hyeokjin

Principal

Shohei Ichimiya

Partner / US Office

Nozomu Ikuta

Principal

Kotona Inaida

Director

Tomoaki Ishikure

Partner

Yoshinari Ito

Venture Partner

Yuki Ito

Director

Hiroyuki Izumi

Partner

Ken Kajii

General Partner

Kamimaeda, Naoki

Partner and Europe Division Head

Daisuke Kashiro

General Partner

Kirin Kato

Principal

Takashi Kato

Partner, San Francisco Office Representative

Masaya Kawakami

Principal, Investment Group

Hiroyuki Kawamoto

Principal

Ko Kawaragi

Director

Maiko Kayata

Principal

ByeongJin Kim

Principal

Riichiro Kimura Ph.D

Director / US NY Office

Kenta Kitsuka

General Partner

Issei Kokubu

Director

Yoshiomi Kubota

Principal

Jiro Kumakura

General Partner and Board Member

Jinya Kurita

Director

KyungHun Lee

Partner

YingQi Liang(Joy)

Principal

Chukaku Lin

Director

Matsuda, Atsushi

Venture Partner

Tatsuya Matsumoto

Partner / Singapore Office Representative

Akira Matsumoto

Principal

Yuki Matsuo

Director

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director

Minamizaki, Ai

Principal

Shigeru Mitarai

Director

Miyama, Kazuhiko

General Partner

Shuhei Mori

Principal

Seiichiro Mukai

Director

Satoko Murata

Principal, Investment Group

Kohtaro Nagawa

Director

Mitsutaka Nakao

Principal, Investment Group

Shien Nakayama

Director

Yuya Namiki

Director

Ying Jian Ng

Director

Daisuke Nishida

General Partner

Yukari Nishiyama

Director, Investment Group

Akiko Noguchi

Director

Rina Obi

Investment Group Director, Berlin Office

Sho Ohtani

Principal

Tetsui Okada

Director

Mayu Okamoto

Director

Akane Okuyama

Director

Shingo Otaki

Partner

Rampalli Karthik

Principal

Naoki Sadakuni

Venture Partner

Enen Sai

Principal

Youichi Sakagawa

Director, Investment Group

Kazuki Sakuragawa

Partner / Editor in Chief

Masumi Sato

Principal

Naoki Sato

Principal, Investment Group

Tomoki Sekiguchi

Principal

Rie Shibata

Director

Takeru Shigemura

Director

Miku Shimamura

Principal

Shin, Masamune

General Partner

Ayu Shinoyama

CFO and Board Member

Shinsakaue, Chisa

Director

Divyansh Singh

Principal

Hiroto Sorita

Director

Sachiko Sugiura

Director

Yusuke Suzuki

Partner

Kazumo Tachibana

Director

Mana Takabayashi

Director

Hiroki Takai Ph.D

Director

Toko Takao

Principal

Hideyuki Tanaka

Director

Marika Tazaki

Partner

Hirotaka Togashi

Director

Haruka Tsujii

Director

Atsushi Ueda Ph.D

Principal, Investment Group

Takuya Ukai

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsuya Urimoto

Director

Noriko Usui

Partner / Chief Fund Management Officer

Keita Washizu

Principal

Masao Yamada

Senior Partner

Kazunori Yamaguchi

Partner, Investment Group

Kazunor Yamaguchi

Partner

Ryozo Yamamoto

Partner

Michiko Yamazaki

Principal, Investment Group

Takuro Yoda

Principal, Investment Group

Sayaka Yoshino

Director

Yoshio, Miku

Partner

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director

Takuya Hosomura

Partner

Sho Ikeda

Partner / Indonesia Office Representative

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10x

Venture Round in 2025
10X, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing digital platforms for retail businesses, including supermarkets and drugstores. The company's application offers users personalized menu suggestions and facilitates the ordering of ingredients directly from online supermarkets, streamlining the shopping experience. By focusing on enhancing the operational capabilities of chain stores, 10X aims to support their growth and improve customer engagement.

Gosan Tech

Venture Round in 2025
Gosan Tech is engaged in the manufacturing and supply of displays, semiconductors, solar cells, and industrial inkjet printing systems. The company has developed advanced inkjet printing technology that enhances pressure control devices and precision in nano-ink applications. This technology is particularly beneficial in OLED production, facilitating the formation of multi-layer thin film structures through improved processes for organic material layers, encapsulation layers, and optical clear resin (OCR). Gosan Tech aims to deliver superior results to its clients by leveraging its innovative solutions in these fields.

RightTouch

Series A in 2025
RightTouch is a media company that offers customer support with KARTE RightSupport, and media CS Mag for tailored solutions and insights.

RLWRLD

Seed Round in 2025
RLWRLD specializes in "Physical AI" by creating robotics foundation models (RFMs) designed to enable robots to function autonomously in real-world environments.

Medigle

Seed Round in 2025
Medigle is a consulting firm that offers medical consulting and B2B services, focusing on regional medical cooperation. The company operates a cloud-based system designed to enhance communication among healthcare providers by centralizing customer information through a customer management system. This platform facilitates digitalized communication, allowing hospitals and medical professionals to streamline their operations and concentrate on their core competencies. By fostering collaboration and improving information management, Medigle aims to support the healthcare industry's efficiency and effectiveness.

LOOV

Seed Round in 2025
LOOV is a video platform that focuses on enhancing the connection between buyers and sellers through the creation of professional, data-driven videos. Designed specifically for sales and marketing professionals, LOOV's products adapt video content based on viewer attributes, enabling the collection of valuable viewing and customer data. This personalized approach not only improves engagement but also aims to boost conversion metrics, facilitating more effective sales strategies. By providing tailored information to each customer, LOOV empowers businesses to increase both sales and customer engagement.

Bloomo Securities

Series A in 2025
Bloomo Securities is a software company that specializes in the development of smart and fun investment apps.

Creatura

Series A in 2025
Creatura assists companies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by generating and distributing carbon credits and promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources.

VARIETAS

Series A in 2025
VARIETAS operates an innovative online education platform known as Iverse, aimed at fostering a collaborative environment for students and working adults. This platform facilitates the convergence of individuals who seek to explore and develop their interests, enabling them to gain practical experience tailored to their personal goals. By creating an Opportunity Web within this virtual community, users are empowered to make decisions based on their own preferences, allowing for the continuous evolution of their skills and outputs. The platform not only enhances individual learning but also encourages interaction among users, promoting a supportive atmosphere where diverse personalities can connect and grow together.

Boston Medical Sciences

Series A in 2025
Boston Medical Sciences conducts research, prevention, and diagnostics procedures to eliminate colorectal cancer deaths.

MODE

Series B in 2025
Mode, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, the company provides end-to-end semi-custom IoT and artificial intelligence solutions. Mode's platform enables devices to communicate with mobile clients and facilitates the tracking and management of both devices and users. Their innovative BizStack IoT and BizStack AI solutions collect real-time data from various sensors and devices, which is then sanitized and structured for analysis. This data is presented through customizable dashboards that offer valuable insights, allowing organizations to enhance their operations and turn ideas into sustainable solutions. Mode's technology can be deployed significantly faster and more cost-effectively compared to traditional development methods, making it an appealing choice for businesses seeking to leverage IoT and AI capabilities.

Cellid

Venture Round in 2025
Cellid specializes in hardware and software solutions for augmented reality applications, focusing on the development of display modules and spatial recognition software. The company's product offerings include waveguides and micro projectors, as well as advanced spatial recognition engines that facilitate the identification of data linked to human movement and environmental interactions. By leveraging optical simulation capabilities, Cellid enhances the functionality of AR glasses, allowing users to experience a seamless integration of digital information with their surroundings. The company provides multiple communication channels for customer inquiries, including mail, phone, and a physical address.

IONATE

Series A in 2025
IONATE develops an innovative hardware-software system for smart grids, centered around its Hybrid Intelligent Transformer (HIT). This advanced device replaces traditional transformers, integrating the control of voltage, harmonics, and reactive power into a single unit. By utilizing magnetics, the HIT enables users to manage these critical power characteristics simultaneously, enhancing efficiency and minimizing energy loss. The technology is designed to stabilize power distribution across various applications, including power generation, industrial facilities, and data centers, while facilitating real-time control capabilities.

PorMedTec

Venture Round in 2025
PorMedTec is a bio-resource company focused on the development and production of medical pigs for regenerative medicine and xenotransplantation. These specially bred pigs serve as evaluation targets for pharmacology tests and the performance assessment of medical devices. By addressing the critical shortage of organ donations, PorMedTec aims to meet unmet medical needs and support advancements in personalized and regenerative medicine. The company's innovative approach contributes to the ongoing evolution in the field of medical science, providing essential resources for medical experts in their efforts to enhance treatment outcomes.

MOSH Japan

Series C in 2025
MOSH is an internet company that provides web page creation services for individual business owners.

Zafrens

Series A in 2025
Zafrens is a drug discovery company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2021. The company specializes in developing life sciences products that facilitate the comprehensive characterization of diverse cell populations. Its innovative platform focuses on generating insights at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and engineering. Zafrens employs a resolution approach to study interactions between cells and drugs by directly mapping the molecular states of individual cells. The extensive volume of curated experimental data generated by Zafrens is utilized to train artificial intelligence models aimed at advancing drug discovery. Additionally, the company possesses internal expertise in T cell immunotherapies and ribonucleic acid regulation, leveraging its proprietary data and experimental capabilities to support advancements in the medical industry.

HAKKI AFRICA

Series C in 2025
HAKKI AFRICA Co., Ltd. is a microfinance company based in Kamakura, Japan, with a focus on providing small business loans to small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging markets, particularly in Kenya. Founded in 2018, the company aims to foster independence among local businesses by offering financial support and creating sustainable systems. HAKKI AFRICA develops credit scoring technology and APIs for credit as a service, catering to the needs of microfinance institutions and gig workers in Africa. Through its services, the company facilitates access to short-term and small-size loans, enabling businesses to secure the funding necessary for their operations and growth.

BlueWX

Series A in 2025
BlueWX is a software company that develops predictive content services that supports in forecasting, and weather analysis.

Basetwo AI

Series A in 2025
Basetwo AI offers an artificial intelligence platform designed to assist process engineers in optimizing manufacturing processes. By connecting to production and lab databases, the platform generates explainable hybrid AI models that provide actionable recommendations aimed at enhancing production yield, reducing cycle times, and lowering operational costs. Basetwo has demonstrated its effectiveness in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, materials, chemicals, and aerospace, helping Fortune 500 manufacturers worldwide achieve significant reductions in scale-up time and operational expenses. The company's low-code solution enables real-time optimization, ultimately fostering efficiency throughout the global supply chain.

OptQC

Seed Round in 2025
OptQC commercializes cutting-edge optical quantum computing technologies developed by the Furusawa-Endo Laboratory. Because optical quantum computers are more scalable than superconducting and other quantum computing implementations, OptQC's optical quantum computers should reach this scale. They also have benefits like faster processing and reduced power consumption, which makes optical quantum computers a possible long-term pinnacle of quantum technology.

Hacomono

Series D in 2025
Hacomono is a cloud-based member management platform tailored for fitness clubs, indoor golf establishments, and various monthly subscription businesses. The software facilitates essential operational tasks, including membership management, reservations, payments, and inventory oversight. Hacomono's comprehensive features also extend to client registration, admission tracking, training guidance, and customer communication, enabling seamless management and automation of customer interactions. The platform has been adopted by leading industry players and is noted for its robust security measures and exceptional customer service, enhancing the overall user experience for both businesses and their clients.

bitBiome

Venture Round in 2025
bitBiome, Inc. is a synthetic biology company based in China, founded in November 2018. It focuses on genome analysis of microorganisms, employing single-cell technology to enhance enzyme discovery and engineering. The company boasts the largest proprietary database of natural microbial sequences, primarily sourced from environmental collections. Through its microbial single-cell sequencing platform, bit-MAP, it provides a variety of services, including single-cell genomics, database screening, and wet lab evaluation of target sequences. Additionally, bitBiome is dedicated to developing new diagnostics and drugs by analyzing bacteria that promote human health on a cell-by-cell basis.

Smart Education

Venture Round in 2024
Smart Education, Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on developing educational applications aimed at enhancing the learning experience for children. One of its flagship products is the "Rhythm Book," a music app available for smartphones and tablets that allows children to learn rhythm by tapping instruments along with popular songs and nursery rhymes in both English and Japanese. The app features over 100 songs, recorded in high-quality studio settings, to stimulate young minds. It is designed for interactive play between parents and children, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Users can purchase additional songs online, which can be shared across devices linked to the same Apple ID via iCloud. Through its innovative applications, Smart Education seeks to simplify the learning process and support children's intellectual development.

HQ

Series B in 2024
HQ offers next-generation employee benefits platform.

HQ Inc

Series B in 2024
Hq is a consutling firm that works in the area of personnel organization strategy, working style office strategy and software development.

Lazuli

Series B in 2024
Lazuli is a software-as-a-service platform that assists companies in managing and transforming product data through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform facilitates the entire lifecycle of digital goods, from raw materials to finished products, by creating a comprehensive database that supports product search, planning, and market analysis. This functionality enables retailers and e-commerce businesses to explore cost-effective manufacturing strategies, thereby enhancing their productivity and operational efficiency.

Amptalk

Series A in 2024
Amptalk is a software development firm focused on enhancing business negotiations through technology. The company has created an online platform that automates transcription and analysis of online negotiations, providing valuable insights from conversation-centric data. This tool not only transcribes discussions but also inputs the analyzed data automatically, facilitating effective coaching for sales teams. By offering these services, Amptalk aims to help businesses improve their performance and streamline their sales training processes.

Best Beer Japan

Seed Round in 2024
Best Beer Japan, founded in 2018, specializes in providing a comprehensive platform for the craft beer industry, focusing on improving beer distribution. The company offers a barrel tracking software that includes a barrel management system tailored for breweries, along with barrel-sharing services. Additionally, its platform features a commercial ordering system that streamlines brewery sales. This integrated approach helps businesses save time and reduce costs by simplifying inventory management and facilitating orders from restaurants and retail stores.

Zenno Astronautics

Seed Round in 2024
Zenno Astronautics Limited, based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in the development and manufacture of propulsion systems and software for small satellites and space exploration. Founded in 2017, the company offers innovative products such as Drive, a system designed for mission licensing and management of satellite propulsion. Zenno Astronautics also focuses on superconducting technologies, exemplified by its Z01 product, which addresses the positioning needs of satellites weighing 50 kg and larger, including those used in space station operations. By enhancing satellite maneuverability and mission management, the company aims to maximize the economic potential of satellite operations while promoting sustainable practices in space exploration.

RABO

Venture Round in 2024
RABO, Inc. is a company based in Shibuya, Japan, that specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of Internet of Things-based wearable devices for cats. Founded in 2018, RABO develops innovative solutions to monitor feline behavior and health. Its product lineup includes the Catlog pendant and belt, which track various activity metrics for cats throughout the day, and the Catlog app, a mobile application that allows cat owners to review their pets' data. RABO's offerings aim to enhance cat health management by providing insights into behaviors such as weight and urine volume. The company's products are primarily available through online retail channels.

Kasanare

Seed Round in 2024
Kasanare is a technology company that provides AI-based cloud services tailored to specific business needs. It specializes in developing AI chatbot technology designed to automate various business processes. Kasanare's offerings include customizable generative AI and chat systems that feature a customer support system, quantitative analysis of customer experience, and human-centered design. By leveraging these capabilities, the company aims to help businesses enhance sales and reduce operational costs through improved efficiency and customer engagement.

Aeronext

Series B in 2024
Aeronext Inc. is a Japanese startup focused on the research and development of drone technology. The company specializes in center of gravity control technology, which is designed to enhance the performance and stability of drones during flight. By optimizing the position of the center of gravity based on the drone's attitude and movements, Aeronext enables safer industrial applications of drone technology. The firm is also involved in sales and promotion activities related to its innovative drone solutions.

Upsider

Series D in 2024
Upsider is a provider of corporate cards and payment tools designed for fast-growing companies, including startups preparing for public raises. The company focuses on offering high spending limits and intuitive spending management features, which help clients manage their finances effectively. By integrating with external services such as accounting software, Upsider enhances governance and administration, addressing both financial and operational challenges faced by its customers. Additionally, Upsider aims to build trust among its users by organizing B2B transactions, thereby facilitating smoother business interactions.

Tacoms

Series B in 2024
CAMEL is a restaurant management software firm that operates in managing orders from numerous ordering sources. This service allows you to handle several delivery and takeout services on a single terminal, from ordering to totalling.

Bounce

Series B in 2024
Bounce, Inc., operating as Get Bounce, offers a luggage storage platform that allows users to securely store their belongings at local businesses, such as cafes and shops, while they explore the city. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company provides both hourly and daily storage options, partnering with local establishments to designate specific areas for secure luggage storage. Bounce caters primarily to travelers and tourists, facilitating convenience and peace of mind during their urban excursions.

Smart Bank

Series B in 2024
Smart Bank is a softawre firm that has developed an application for money spending management.

Miive

Venture Round in 2024
Miive is a developer of an employee experience platform focused on enhancing employee engagement. The platform connects rewards to organizational culture and values, facilitating the creation and management of engagement opportunities. It also visualizes members' contributions, allowing clients to foster mutual recognition and strengthen team relationships. By combining these elements, Miive aims to create a more engaged and collaborative workplace environment.

FLASH

Seed Round in 2024
FLASH is an entertainment and technology startup.

Qlay

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Qlay is an AI-automated global engineer hiring platform

Beacon Power Services

Series A in 2024
Beacon Power Services, founded in 2013 and based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in energy management solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. The company employs a data-driven approach, utilizing its AI-enabled grid management platform, Adora, to provide real-time visibility into network performance for power distribution companies. This software connects to utility assets and customer nodes, enabling energy providers to anticipate outages, identify network losses, and enhance electricity distribution efficiency. Beacon Power Services develops comprehensive power generation and management plans tailored to clients' specific needs, incorporating generator resizing, peak shaving, automation, appliance upgrades, and renewable generation installations. The company's mission is to improve the quality and reliability of electricity supply in African cities by building smart grids and addressing inefficiencies in electricity distribution systems, ultimately reducing energy costs for its clients.

QunaSys

Series B in 2024
QunaSys is a developer of software focused on algorithm and application development to advance the practical use of quantum technology. The company aims to harness quantum properties to create technologies that traditional methods cannot achieve. Its platform simulates phenomena related to the quantum mechanical behavior of electrons and atomic nuclei, facilitating the execution of quantum chemistry calculation algorithms on both quantum computers and simulators. By bridging the gap between theoretical quantum physics and practical applications, QunaSys seeks to bring quantum technologies to the forefront, enabling researchers to effectively explore and utilize these advanced capabilities.

Endophyte

Seed Round in 2024
Endophyte specializes in endophytic soil solutions, harnessing beneficial microorganisms to plant growth and agricultural productivity.

Deltan

Seed Round in 2024
Deltan is a developer of dental braces that provides orthodontic services aimed at affordability and improved patient experience. The company offers low-visibility braces that function similarly to traditional ones, making them a discreet option for users. In addition to their braces, Deltan supports orthodontic practices with an intraoral scanner that enhances visual support for dental professionals. They also manage various data, including dental laboratory instructions, scan data, and photographs, all stored securely in the cloud. This comprehensive approach helps streamline the orthodontic process and improves service delivery.

Poetics

Seed Round in 2024
Poetics is an AI startup that develops communication related products concerning language and voice to provide business solutions.

HIVED

Venture Round in 2024
HIVED is a sustainable parcel delivery service focused on creating a more environmentally friendly and efficient delivery experience. The company specializes in zero-emission delivery solutions that aim to minimize waste and reduce carbon footprints for both shippers and recipients. By leveraging innovative operational processes and software, HIVED is developing a comprehensive parcel delivery network designed for the future. This approach allows businesses to achieve affordable and convenient delivery options while contributing to sustainability efforts.

Estie

Series B in 2024
Estie, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It focuses on digital transformation within the commercial real estate market by offering an online platform that includes services such as market research and algorithms for rent estimation. Estie's software solutions aim to enhance the efficiency of information flow and transactions in the industry, enabling clients to make informed, data-driven decisions. Through its innovative approach, Estie seeks to unlock the value of commercial real estate by providing tools that improve decision-making processes for its users.

Boston Medical Sciences

Seed Round in 2024
Boston Medical Sciences conducts research, prevention, and diagnostics procedures to eliminate colorectal cancer deaths.

Trifa

Seed Round in 2024
Trifa is a telecommunications service provider that provides eSIM internet access when traveling internationally.

DoctorMate

Series C in 2024
DoctorMate is a service that allows you to consult with your doctor about problems at your nursing home.They will reduce the risks and burdens related to medical care from the field of nursing care, and support the creation of a system that allows nursing care providers to concentrate on daily care with peace of mind.

GC Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
GC Therapeutics specializes in synthetic biology to efficiently program patient-derived stem cells into various cell types. The company has developed a proprietary platform that integrates synthetic biology and artificial intelligence, enabling streamlined manufacturing and improved quality of cell therapies. Their approach allows for the rapid differentiation of pluripotent stem cells, creating unique SuperCells™ customized for specific medical conditions. The foundational technology was developed in Professor George Church's lab at Harvard Medical School, and the team at GC Therapeutics comprises dedicated biologists and tissue engineers focused on translating this innovative method into practical therapies for patients.

Symbiobe

Series A in 2024
Symbiobe is a company that focuses on developing a resource-recycling material production platform aimed at promoting sustainability. By utilizing underexploited natural biomass resources and photosynthetic organisms, the platform offers innovative solutions for greenhouse gas fixation and the production of industrial biopolymers, nitrogen fertilizers, and aquaculture feed. This approach not only enhances the effectiveness of these materials but also supports environmental start-up businesses in obtaining natural and sustainable products. Symbiobe's mission is to advance manufacturing practices globally to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.

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.

Reiwa Travel

Series A in 2024
Reiwa Travel Company Overview Reiwa Travel is a digital travel agency with the mission to "Design New Travel Experiences." We aim to offer innovative experiences and new societal value in international travel. Since April 2022, we have been offering the international travel booking app 'NEWT'. Our goal is to maximize the digital transformation (DX) of booking and management tasks in the travel industry, providing unprecedented “easy, affordable, customizable, and secure” package tours. We are committed to creating social value through the experience of international travel. International Travel Booking App 'NEWT' Service Overview 'NEWT' is an international travel booking app designed to create new travel experiences for new era. It offers an easy booking process, achieves cost-effective pricing, creates customizable trips that meet individual needs, and provides the security that makes travelers feel they made the right choice with NEWT. International Travel Booking App 'NEWT': https://app.adjust.com/iidu9wi Web version 'NEWT': https://newt.net/

PartnerSuccess

Series A in 2024
PartnerSuccess, Inc. is a cloud service company established in 2019 and located in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in automating collaboration between manufacturers and distributors, providing a platform that enhances strategic partner programs. The service enables clients to visualize the progress and behavior of sales agents' projects, facilitating effective agency management and data utilization. Additionally, PartnerSuccess offers consulting in planning, development, and sales strategy to address specific partner business challenges, ultimately aiming to increase the number of sales agents and optimize overall sales performance.

Rutilea

Series D in 2024
Rutilea is an IT company focused on addressing social challenges through open-source solutions. It specializes in developing a zero-code task recognition system that enhances operational efficiency, quality, and safety across various industries. Utilizing multimodal artificial intelligence, Rutilea's system accurately identifies tasks in diverse environments, facilitating automation in factories and retail settings. This approach empowers businesses to make data-driven decisions and significantly improve productivity. By advancing the concept of "AI teaching AI," Rutilea aims to redefine automation and operational processes, contributing to a more efficient and effective work environment.

ThinkCyte

Series C in 2024
ThinkCyte, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in San Carlos, California. Founded in 2016, it specializes in developing an innovative cell sorting technology known as ghost cytometry, which leverages advanced optics and machine learning to perform high-throughput, image-free analysis and sorting of cells based on their morphology. This technology is designed for various applications in research, diagnostics, and therapeutics, facilitating single-cell analysis that is crucial for drug discovery, cell therapy, and clinical diagnostics. By enabling researchers to identify and isolate target cells, including rare cells, in real time, ThinkCyte aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of biological research and medical applications.

Pragtech

Seed Round in 2024
Pragtech specializes in developing and operating parking lot service software aimed at streamlining payment processes and enhancing operational efficiency. The company's offerings include payment kiosk terminals and advanced camera systems that facilitate ticketless payments and vehicle detection. Additionally, Pragtech provides an online dashboard for clients, allowing for better management of parking resources. By utilizing Pragtech's software, clients can significantly lower their initial investment and ongoing maintenance costs, ultimately improving lot usage and operations.

Beleaf

Series A in 2024
Beleaf is a hydroponic farm based in Bogor, Indonesia, specializing in the cultivation of fresh and nutritious food. The company employs vertical farming techniques that utilize hydroponic systems, significantly reducing water usage while producing a variety of greens and vegetables. By establishing a sustainable supply chain with a low-carbon footprint, Beleaf aims to deliver farm-fresh produce directly to consumers, promoting both convenience and environmental responsibility.

Rhelixa

Series B in 2024
Rhelixa is a leader in epigenome analysis.We analyze genomes, epigenomes, and transcriptomes using our proprietary technologies to dramatically improve the efficiency and accuracy of R & D.

Sagri

Series A in 2024
Sagri, Inc. is a Japan-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing agriculture software aimed at addressing challenges faced by farmers. The company leverages satellite data analysis and machine learning to create a data platform that provides insights into the status of agricultural land. By collaborating with regional financial institutions and local governments, Sagri enables agricultural committees to identify abandoned cultivated land through a digital mapping system, thereby alleviating the investigative burden typically associated with these assessments. The company's innovative approach aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of agricultural practices for experienced farmers.

Healx

Series C in 2024
Healx is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of treatments for rare diseases through the use of generative artificial intelligence. By employing advanced AI and machine learning technologies, Healx focuses on identifying potential drug candidates and repurposing existing medications for new therapeutic applications. This approach takes advantage of the established safety profiles of known drugs, thereby minimizing the risks and costs typically associated with creating new pharmaceuticals from scratch. Through its innovative platform, Healx aims to accelerate the development of novel treatments, addressing the unmet medical needs of patients suffering from rare diseases worldwide.

GEOFLA

Venture Round in 2024
Geofra develops Planning and creation of items that rejuvenate the movement of people in physical areas, regional revitalization initiatives

Thinkr

Series A in 2024
Thinkr provides advertising, video production, content, UX design, and animation services.

EneCoat

Series C in 2024
EneCoat Technologies specializes in the development and manufacturing of perovskite solar cells and related materials. The company focuses on creating thin-film solar cells that perform effectively in low-light conditions, aiming to enhance the utilization of natural energy sources while contributing to environmental protection. By commercializing these advanced solar modules, EneCoat seeks to facilitate accessible and efficient solar energy generation for businesses, thereby promoting a sustainable energy future.

Valpas

Seed Round in 2024
Valpas offers innovative bed bug prevention systems aimed at enhancing safety in the hospitality industry. Their technology combines a traditional pitfall trap with wireless capabilities, creating a bioengineered design that effectively attracts, traps, and detects bed bugs. This system is installed at the corners of each bed, allowing hotels to eliminate the reliance on harmful pesticides and reduce environmental impact. Valpas is gaining popularity among a growing number of highly-rated hotels worldwide, appealing to both leisure and corporate travelers. The presence of the Valpas label on hotel websites signals a commitment to guest safety and pest control, ensuring that guests can return home free from the risk of bed bug infestations.

Pente Networks

Corporate Round in 2024
Pente provides private wireless network orchestration and management solutions that enable the fastest implementation and integration of LTE and 5G connectivity into enterprise IP networks. Pente has taken private networks from a complex telecom solution that only major enterprises and corporations could take advantage of and transformed it into an award-winning, fast, affordable and easy IT service that System Integrators, Managed Service Providers, WISPs and MNO/MVNOs are actively deploying in a multitude of industries. Today, the Pente HyperCore Cloud mobile core and orchestration platform manages millions of IT-grade SIMs for customers around the globe. The Pente HyperCore was designed as a no-code solution so anyone, even users without telecom expertise can quickly set up and operate a private network. Pente’s solutions are also RAN agnostic, allowing any radio to be used and enabling plug-and-play deployment. By offering private wireless network solutions as IaaS, Pente has democratized wireless connectivity for enterprises, government, education, manufacturing and supports social infrastructure by closing the digital divide.

Pale Blue

Series B in 2024
Pale Blue Inc. is a technology company based in Kashiwa, Japan, that specializes in manufacturing water propulsion systems for microsatellites. Founded in 2020, the company designs innovative thrusters, including water resistojet thrusters, water ion thrusters, and hybrid thrusters. These water-based propulsion devices provide a sustainable alternative to traditional, harmful compounds like hydrazine, allowing for enhanced maneuverability of small satellites even after they have been deployed into orbit. Pale Blue aims to support sustainable space development and improve satellite mobility infrastructure in the aerospace industry.

Essen

Seed Round in 2024
Essen is a technological company that specializes in mobility and data analysis, as well as using data to improve transportation.

Vizcab

Series A in 2024
Vizcab, based in Lyon, France, specializes in developing software solutions aimed at addressing low-carbon challenges in the building sector. The company offers a data-driven platform that allows designers and builders to import 3D models from digital mock-ups, create a comprehensive database of architectural and technical alternatives, and explore various design options through data visualization techniques. This platform is designed to facilitate creativity and collaboration around shared energy and carbon objectives. In addition to its software offerings, Vizcab provides consultancy services and conducts research projects for leading industrialists and designers in the construction industry, focusing on environmental assessment, energy efficiency, and the application of big data in building design.

MOV

Series B in 2024
Mov is a web design company that operates a store support business focused on helping companies manage their store information centrally. The company's platform offers market data related to stores and expertise in digital marketing, allowing clients to efficiently manage their store data. Mov's services include bulk management of store information and tools for visualizing and analyzing customer feedback, enabling businesses to enhance their customer outreach and improve overall store performance.

Utaite

Series A in 2024
Utaite is an operator of an entertainment platform that focuses on planning, production, and development of entertainment content.

Newmo

Seed Round in 2024
newmo delivers sustainable local public transportation create a user experience (UX) that people may utilize with peace of mind and comfort.

Chemix

Series A in 2024
Chemix offers high-performance batteries custom-designed for specific EV market segments including e-motorcycles, sports cars, long-range premium EVs, and more. Chemix achieves this through a purpose-built AI-based battery design platform, MIX, coupled with a vast amount of in-house collected data, accelerating the battery development process by 5-10x while enabling the widest range of potential chemistries. Currently shipping and in production, the company's batteries are up to 30% better than state-of-art technologies and are based on sustainable chemistries that contain low to no cobalt as well as zero nickel elements.

Turing

Seed Round in 2024
Turing develops and manufactures fully autonomous vehicles.

Brave Group

Series D in 2024
Brave Group, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development of intellectual property (IP) services for the entertainment industry. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating cartoons and virtual reality content, thereby transforming the local entertainment market. Brave Group offers a range of services, including video distribution on platforms like YouTube, merchandise sales, voice services, and online event management. Additionally, the company provides marketing and production support utilizing animation technology, enabling businesses to enhance their advertising opportunities while delivering engaging entertainment experiences to consumers. Formerly known as Unlimited Co., Ltd., Brave Group rebranded in June 2020, reflecting its commitment to innovating within the entertainment sector.

CleanFiber

Venture Round in 2024
CleanFiber, LLC specializes in producing high-performance cellulose insulation materials made from recycled corrugated cardboard for residential and commercial construction. Founded in 2013 and based in Blasdell, New York, with an additional office in Buffalo, CleanFiber transitioned from its previous name, UltraCell Insulation, in September 2018. The company focuses on providing sustainable, carbon-negative insulation solutions that can be applied in attics, walls, and floors, catering to both new construction and retrofit projects. CleanFiber's products not only enhance fire resistance in buildings but also offer a cost-competitive alternative for construction companies, supporting environmentally friendly building practices. The company is currently expanding its production capabilities to meet growing demand.

Kyoto Fusioneering

Series C in 2024
Kyoto Fusioneering is a privately funded technology start-up established in 2019 and based in Kyoto, Japan. The company specializes in developing advanced technologies for commercial fusion reactors, including gyrotron systems, tritium fuel cycle technologies, and breeding blankets for tritium production and power generation. By providing innovative solutions such as liquid metal and molten salt systems, as well as tritium treatment and high-frequency microwave gyrotrons, Kyoto Fusioneering aims to support both public and private fusion developers globally. The company's efforts contribute to the acceleration of fusion energy as a sustainable and carbon-free power source for the future.

FullStem

Series A in 2024
FullStem is a company specializing in high-density mass culture technology for stem cells. FullStem creates and sells low-cost, safe, and portable culture equipment for use in clinics, as well as mass culture technology for treatment. FullStem proposes non-woven scaffold-based next-generation stem cell mass culture platform technology.

Windfall Bio

Series A in 2024
Windfall Bio is a company focused on developing a sustainable technology that captures and transforms methane emissions into organic fertilizer, addressing significant environmental issues associated with methane and synthetic fertilizers. Founded in 2022 and based in San Mateo, California, Windfall Bio utilizes methane-eating microbes to convert methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management, into valuable soil nutrients. This innovative solution not only helps industries reduce their methane footprint but also enhances operational efficiency and profitability, benefiting the planet and consumers alike. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its mission to tackle climate change through nature-based agricultural technology.

ATOMica

Series B in 2024
ATOMica Co. Ltd. is a company based in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, founded in 2019. The firm specializes in the planning, management, and expansion of co-working spaces and shared kitchen-cafe facilities. ATOMica provides versatile office space services that cater to various needs, including workspaces, conference rooms, event venues, and educational gatherings. By focusing on maximizing individual potential within collaborative environments, the company enables easy access to innovative spaces tailored to diverse requirements. Additionally, ATOMica offers event planning and management services to enhance the experience and functionality of its facilities.

Miresso

Seed Round in 2024
Miresso is a startup firm that offers nuclear fusion power generation services through natural resources.

Lx Design

Venture Round in 2024
Lx Design is a multi-job search platform that links educational institutions with individuals seeking part-time teaching positions. The platform facilitates the connection between schools and a diverse pool of professionals, allowing educational facilities to engage external personnel for instructional roles. By enabling schools to select instructors online, Lx Design streamlines the hiring process and enhances the availability of teaching resources. This innovative approach supports the educational sector in filling teaching vacancies with qualified individuals from various fields.

Ac-Planta

Series A in 2024
Ac-Planta Inc. is a Japan-based agricultural biotechnology company founded in 2018. It specializes in researching, manufacturing, and selling acetic acid-based biostimulants and agrochemicals designed to enhance plant resilience against heat, drought, and salt damage. One of its key products, Skeepon, is formulated to improve the adaptability of plants in challenging environmental conditions, addressing issues related to climate change. Through the innovative application of epigenetic technology, Ac-Planta aims to enhance plant growth and quality, ultimately contributing to increased agricultural productivity and food security while combating desertification. The company's efforts are focused on solving global food and environmental challenges through scientific advancements in plant health.

Siolta Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
Siolta Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotech company based in San Francisco, California, focused on developing microbiome-based therapeutics and diagnostics aimed at preventing and treating chronic inflammatory diseases, particularly asthma and atopic conditions. Founded in 2016, the company utilizes its expertise in the developing gut microbiome to promote immune tolerance. Siolta's platform includes the development of pharmaceutical-grade anaerobic organisms and microbiome-based diagnostics that support precision medicine. By leveraging insights from human microbiome studies, Siolta Therapeutics aims to create targeted microbial therapeutics that address the underlying causes of inflammatory diseases, enabling a new approach to prevention and treatment.

BitQuark

Seed Round in 2024
BitQuark specializes in advanced AI technology and digital transformation solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency in manufacturing and logistics. Their platform offers tools for predictive analysis, data examination, and anomaly detection, which help optimize production processes and quality control. By implementing robust support for trial testing and process improvements, BitQuark assists manufacturing companies in streamlining operations, minimizing waste, and maintaining consistent product quality. Their solutions effectively address business bottlenecks, leading to improved productivity and operational performance.

Michibiku

Series A in 2024
Michibiku is a customized administration platform that specializes in corporate governance technology. It provides a range of services aimed at enhancing board management and operational efficiency for companies. The platform facilitates document preparation, automatic transcription of meeting audio, and secure storage of electronic signatures. By managing important meetings effectively, Michibiku aims to improve the quality of board activities, thereby supporting organizations in their governance processes.

Sixty Percent

Venture Round in 2024
Sixty Percent is an online platform featuring a diverse selection of tops, jackets, pants, outerwear, bags, and shoes for men and women.

OpenLogi

Series D in 2024
OpenLogi Inc. is a Tokyo-based logistics platform established in December 2013, designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and freelancers. The company offers an outsourced logistics solution that includes features such as warehouse inspection, storage, shipping, and management of returned merchandise, all accessible through a user-friendly dashboard. By leveraging unused warehouse assets and optimizing logistics operations, OpenLogi provides affordable rates and innovative technology to streamline warehouse control systems. Founded by Hidetsugu Ito, who previously worked on the Japanese magazine subscription service Fujisan.co.jp, OpenLogi aims to address the logistics challenges faced by small e-commerce businesses in Japan.

Sumutasu

Series C in 2024
Sumutasu, Inc. is an online real estate marketplace based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the development and sale of residential properties, providing a platform that facilitates the buying and selling of real estate. Through its AI-driven marketplace, Sumutasu aims to streamline the process for homeowners, offering a range of real estate services that enable clients to complete transactions efficiently and with minimal hassle. The company's mission is to foster a society where individuals can easily make informed decisions about their property investments.

Lisse

Series C in 2024
Lisse is a legal technology firm that offers a contract review support AI solution. Lisse's solution allows for 24-hour contract checking. Lisse's products include the LeCHECK service, which uses AI to support contract checking and creation, and the LeTRANSLATE tool, which performs high-quality machine translation of English contracts in real-time. With the knowledge of professional lawyers and the power of legal technology, Lisse is on a mission to improve the legal affairs of all companies, reduce the risks inherent in transactions, and realize a smooth society with few disputes.

Heading Health

Venture Round in 2023
Heading Health is a technology-enabled mental health platform focused on enhancing access to affordable mental health care. The platform provides personalized treatment solutions that utilize evidence-based therapeutics and innovative technologies, including Spravato, transcranial magnetic stimulation, telepsychiatry, and intramuscular ketamine. By offering these services, Heading Health aims to enable patients to experience meaningful improvements in their mental well-being through effective and accessible treatment options.

Axelspace

Series D in 2023
Axelspace is a startup company developing businesses in the microsatellite field. Axelspace plans to construct a monitoring platform to cover the entire globe on a daily basis at extremely low cost.

Cykinso

Series D in 2023
Cykinso is a developer of a home-testing kit designed to tell people the state of their intestinal bacteria. The company provides a testing service to clarify the state of the intestinal environment by using a sequencer that reads a large number of DNA sequences at high speed, enabling users to investigate the relationship with lifestyle-related diseases and digestive diseases based on changes in intestinal bacteria.

Chefaa

Seed Round in 2023
Chefaa is a Cairo-based company founded in 2017 that operates a smart medicine application designed to streamline the process of ordering medications from local pharmacies. This GPS-enabled platform not only allows users to order medicine online but also provides features such as medication reminders, enhancing patient adherence to treatment plans. By leveraging artificial intelligence and a data-driven approach, Chefaa aims to improve the management of chronic illnesses while facilitating better accessibility and affordability for patients. The company focuses on connecting patients with pharmacies across Egypt, ensuring a comprehensive and patient-centric approach to pharmacy needs, thereby minimizing waiting times and effort involved in obtaining medications.

Zafrens

Series A in 2023
Zafrens is a drug discovery company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2021. The company specializes in developing life sciences products that facilitate the comprehensive characterization of diverse cell populations. Its innovative platform focuses on generating insights at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and engineering. Zafrens employs a resolution approach to study interactions between cells and drugs by directly mapping the molecular states of individual cells. The extensive volume of curated experimental data generated by Zafrens is utilized to train artificial intelligence models aimed at advancing drug discovery. Additionally, the company possesses internal expertise in T cell immunotherapies and ribonucleic acid regulation, leveraging its proprietary data and experimental capabilities to support advancements in the medical industry.

Yoii

Series A in 2023
Yoii Fuel develops and operates the future assessment-type funding platform. It also offers a future assessment-type funding platform that assesses future sales based on past sales and financial data and provides funding.

Hayden AI

Series B in 2023
Hayden AI focuses on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company specializes in automated enforcement solutions for dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which are designed to expedite public transit and improve the overall quality of life in urban areas. By leveraging advanced technology and a network of mobile devices, Hayden AI works to create safer and smarter cities. Its platform enables clients to utilize AI-powered tools that can detect and analyze traffic incidents, contributing to more efficient traffic management and fostering a sustainable urban environment.

Global Ichiba

Series C in 2023
Global Ichiba Corp. is a wholesale company based in Shinagawa, Japan, specializing in the export of agricultural products. Founded in 2015, the company primarily focuses on the procurement, development, and export of fresh fruits and vegetables. Through its platform, NIPPON ICHIBA, Global Ichiba connects suppliers and consumers, facilitating communication and trade of Japanese produce. The company exports its products to various markets, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Beijing, Dalian, and Jakarta. Global Ichiba operates as a subsidiary of Nousouken Corporation.
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