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

Naoki Kamimaeda

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

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

Atsushi Matsuda

Venture Partner

Tatsuya Matsumoto

Partner / Singapore Office Representative

Akira Matsumoto

Principal

Yuki Matsuo

Director

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director

Ai Minamizaki

Principal

Shigeru Mitarai

Director

Kazuhiko Miyama

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

Masamune Shin

General Partner

Ayu Shinoyama

CFO and Board Member

Chisa Shinsakaue

Director

Divyansh Singh

Principal

Hiroto Sorita

Director

Sachiko Sugiura

Director

Yusuke Suzuki

Partner

Kazumo Tachibana

Director

Mana Takabayashi

Director

Hiroki Takai

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

Miku Yoshio

Partner

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director

Takuya Hosomura

Partner

Sho Ikeda

Partner / Indonesia Office Representative

Past deals in Mobile Apps

Bloomo Securities

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

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.

Mecho

Seed Round in 2023
Mecho is an on-demand auto repair and maintenance platform that serves individuals and businesses across Africa. The platform facilitates the registration and scheduling of maintenance services, connecting customers with a network of certified mechanics and automobile technicians. By leveraging this network, Mecho enables users to access vehicle maintenance, inspection, and repair services efficiently and conveniently. This innovative approach aims to streamline the auto repair process, making it accessible and straightforward for users in the region.

Cluster

Series D in 2023
Cluster, Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a virtual meetup application known as Cluster. This platform facilitates the organization of various events, including live music performances and conferences, within a virtual environment. It allows thousands of participants to connect simultaneously, creating opportunities for large-scale virtual events. Users can engage in activities such as attending talks, watching videos, and enjoying live performances, all from the comfort of their own locations. Cluster, Inc. aims to enhance its offerings through continued investment in product development and marketing efforts, further expanding its presence in the virtual event space.

Mecho

Venture Round in 2023
Mecho is an on-demand auto repair and maintenance platform that serves individuals and businesses across Africa. The platform facilitates the registration and scheduling of maintenance services, connecting customers with a network of certified mechanics and automobile technicians. By leveraging this network, Mecho enables users to access vehicle maintenance, inspection, and repair services efficiently and conveniently. This innovative approach aims to streamline the auto repair process, making it accessible and straightforward for users in the region.

Bloomo Securities

Seed Round in 2023
Bloomo Securities is a software company that specializes in the development of smart and fun investment apps.

Poppy AI

Seed Round in 2023
Poppy AI is an agency that creates pet emojis and designs them to be visually appealing. The company's product focuses on emotional wellness, offering a group journaling app called "Waffle." It allows users to share journals with close friends and family, providing a psychologically safe space for mutual support.

nearMe

Series B in 2023
NearMe Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in a mobile application designed for taxi ride-sharing services. Founded in 2017, the application facilitates instant matching of individuals traveling in the same direction, addressing inefficiencies in transportation and commuting. By enabling users to share taxi rides in real time, NearMe aims to improve the commuting experience and promote a more sustainable community. The platform addresses social inefficiencies by connecting users with similar travel interests, ultimately contributing to a more comfortable and efficient commuting solution.

PoliPoli

Series A in 2023
PoliPoli is a next-generation politics co-creation platform where you can participate like a game. Politicians from all over Japan post their policies in an easy-to-understand manner, and those who sympathize can enjoy working on the "missions" necessary to realize the policies.

Lumen

Series B in 2022
Lumen is a company that has developed a portable device and accompanying app designed to measure metabolism through a simple breath test. This innovative technology provides users with daily personalized nutrition guidance based on their metabolic data, helping them achieve various health and fitness goals such as weight loss, performance optimization, and improved metabolic health. The device functions as a real-time breathalyzer that allows individuals to understand their metabolic trends and make informed decisions about their dietary habits. With a focus on enhancing personal health through metabolic insights, Lumen aims to change how people approach nutrition and body management. The team comprises scientists, researchers, engineers, and designers dedicated to making metabolism more accessible and understandable for everyone.

BackTech

Series C in 2022
BackTech Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in developing health management solutions aimed at improving the well-being of working individuals. The company's flagship product, Pocket Therapist, is a digital health application designed to measure shoulder stiffness and back pain, addressing common issues that affect workplace productivity. By offering comprehensive support that includes visualization of organizational productivity and targeted health solutions, BackTech seeks to alleviate challenges related to declining work performance and unresolved physical discomfort. The company's focus on integrating health management into the workplace aims to reduce medical expenses and enhance overall employee well-being.

Voicy

Venture Round in 2022
Voicy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a voice news application for mobile platforms, established in 2016. The application recruits media personalities and news organizations, allowing entertainers to read the news and deliver the latest information in an engaging manner. As technology evolves, Voicy focuses on audio as a medium, leveraging voice distribution networks to provide innovative content. The company aims to enhance user experiences by integrating voice technology into daily life, enabling seamless access to information without interrupting routine activities. Through its unique approach to audio broadcasting, Voicy seeks to create value in society by transforming how news and entertainment are consumed.

Cowche

Series B in 2022
KAUCHE is a share-buying app that enables users to enjoy low-cost shopping by group-buying with share-buying companions such as friends and family. They provide services for online and mail-order retail shops. KAUCHE is committed in creating an exciting shopping experience for both customers and partners who want to sell products.

Beatrust

Series A in 2022
BeaTrust Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a collaboration application aimed at enhancing employee connectivity within organizations. Founded in 2020, its platform enables employees to search for and discover colleagues' skills, experiences, and interests, fostering collaboration and innovation across departments. By facilitating connections among individuals with similar backgrounds and expertise, BeaTrust's application empowers users to work together effectively on projects, ultimately driving new value within the workplace.

Unbereal

Series C in 2022
Unbereal Inc. is a Japanese company founded on May 7, 2012, that specializes in the development and operation of Topia, a virtual karaoke distribution platform. The platform allows users to engage in karaoke while also offering features for creating customizable three-dimensional avatars. In addition to its karaoke services, Unbereal's application supports the development of various gaming experiences, including shooting battle and action games, enhancing user interaction within an augmented and virtual reality environment.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2021
Manebi Inc. is a career development support platform based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2013. The company focuses on facilitating human transformation through its innovative recruitment and training solutions. Its platform includes features such as web interviews, e-learning, and online assessments, tailored particularly for the dispatch industry. Manebi aims to enhance the recruitment and education process for companies and educational institutions, providing tools for cloud certification and video learning. Through these offerings, the company seeks to streamline the training and recruitment process, supporting both individual career development and organizational growth.

Cowche

Seed Round in 2021
KAUCHE is a share-buying app that enables users to enjoy low-cost shopping by group-buying with share-buying companions such as friends and family. They provide services for online and mail-order retail shops. KAUCHE is committed in creating an exciting shopping experience for both customers and partners who want to sell products.

Plum Fintech

Series A in 2021
Plum Fintech Limited, based in London and founded in 2016 by Victor Trokoudes and Alex Michael, develops the Plum app, an artificial intelligence-based money tracking application that integrates with messaging platforms. The app automates personal finance tasks, enabling users to save effortlessly, manage their spending, and invest easily. Plum offers a range of financial products designed to help customers grow their wealth over time, including pensions and tax-efficient investment options. With a user base of over 2 million people across Europe, Plum has expanded its services to 10 countries and operates with a team of more than 200 employees across its offices in London, Athens, and Nicosia.

JX Press

Series C in 2021
JX PRESS Corporation operates as Japan's virtual news agency, specializing in delivering real-time news through its "FASTALERT" service. This service provides breaking news bulletins on urgent incidents, such as accidents and natural disasters, utilizing artificial intelligence to monitor and disseminate information. It serves all six major television broadcast stations in Japan, including NHK, as well as over 100 local stations. JX PRESS also offers "NewsDigest," a popular app with over 1 million downloads, designed for consumers to receive AI-generated news alerts. The platform is increasingly used by journalists as a standardized service for reporting. In addition to its news services, JX PRESS employs technology to filter misinformation, allowing companies to access reliable data for digital marketing. Key stakeholders include prominent entities like KYODO NEWS, TV Asahi, Fuji TV, and the Nikkei Group, highlighting its significant role in Japan's media landscape.

AwanTunai

Venture Round in 2021
AwanTunai is a fintech company based in Jakarta Timur, Indonesia, founded in 2017. It focuses on transforming the Indonesian banking sector by providing a mobile application that grants micro merchants access to loans for working capital, particularly targeting those who lack access to traditional banking products. The platform digitizes the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) supply chain by facilitating online ordering, customer management, payment acceptance, and inventory management. AwanTunai monetizes its services primarily through embedded financing for inventory purchases within its integrated ecosystem, which connects borrowers with lenders. As a regulated fintech institution, it manages the full lifecycle of bank-compliant loan assets and collaborates with global insurance companies to offer micro-insurance protection. This approach aims to enhance financial accessibility and improve the welfare of consumers in Indonesia.

Reiwa Travel

Seed Round in 2021
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/

WhereIsMyTransport

Series A in 2021
WhereIsMyTransport Ltd is a mobility technology company focused on providing comprehensive public transport data for megacities in emerging markets. Headquartered in London, with an additional office in Cape Town, the company specializes in digitalizing network information from various modes of public transport across Africa, Latin America, Southeast Europe, and South and Southeast Asia. By employing a data collection playbook, WhereIsMyTransport maps both formal and informal transport networks, ensuring data accuracy as these systems evolve. The company's platform serves businesses, municipalities, and citizens, enhancing the public transport experience and facilitating informed decision-making for infrastructure improvements and market entry.

Divido

Series B in 2021
Divido is a global white label consumer lending platform that enables financial institutions and multinational retailers to enhance their sales and customer experience by offering financing options at the point of purchase. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, Divido's omnichannel platform facilitates transactions online, in-store, and via mobile, allowing consumers to spread the cost of significant purchases through installments. The platform integrates seamlessly with multiple lenders, making it accessible across various countries with a single integration. With over 1,000 partners, including notable brands such as BMW and Lenovo, Divido aims to create new revenue streams for merchants and lenders by providing instant credit options to both consumers and corporate clients. The company has expanded its operations to nine countries, reflecting its growth and commitment to improving the retail finance landscape.

Bizly

Seed Round in 2021
Bizly, Inc. is an enterprise meetings management platform that offers an automated solution for organizing hybrid meetings. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, the company operates a website and mobile application that enables professionals to find and book elevated hotel experiences, private meeting rooms, and co-working spaces. Bizly's innovative playbook system streamlines the meeting process by automating invitations, attendee management, venue booking, and integrating hybrid and virtual technology solutions. The platform is designed to enhance visibility into spending and savings related to small meetings, providing a structured approach with designated roles for team members involved in the planning process. Serving users globally, Bizly caters to a range of clients, including many Fortune 500 companies.

Fuller

Venture Round in 2021
Fuller, Inc. is a software development company based in Kashiwa-shi, Japan, founded in 2011. The firm specializes in mobile application development and data analytics services, primarily targeting app developers and businesses looking to enhance their digital presence. Key offerings include App Ape Analytics, which provides market research and analytics for mobile applications, and App Ape Console, a tool that integrates with Google Analytics for comprehensive app performance tracking. Fuller also offers various applications, such as Joren, which converts websites into native mobile apps, along with several utility and gaming apps designed to improve user engagement and device management. The company's products support effective marketing strategies and aim to facilitate the growth of mobile enterprises by providing valuable insights and analytics.

Cowche

Seed Round in 2020
KAUCHE is a share-buying app that enables users to enjoy low-cost shopping by group-buying with share-buying companions such as friends and family. They provide services for online and mail-order retail shops. KAUCHE is committed in creating an exciting shopping experience for both customers and partners who want to sell products.

Lanchester

Series A in 2020
Lanchester operates EAP, an Engagement Application Platform that offers one-stop marketing, customer relationship management, and e-commerce solutions. EAP charges its clients based on the number of users (MAU: Monthly Active Users) who used the app during a certain period, not the number of app downloads. Lanchester also provides a wide range of services from planning and development to operation of web and smartphone sites and iOS and Android apps.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2020
Manebi Inc. is a career development support platform based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2013. The company focuses on facilitating human transformation through its innovative recruitment and training solutions. Its platform includes features such as web interviews, e-learning, and online assessments, tailored particularly for the dispatch industry. Manebi aims to enhance the recruitment and education process for companies and educational institutions, providing tools for cloud certification and video learning. Through these offerings, the company seeks to streamline the training and recruitment process, supporting both individual career development and organizational growth.

SpeakBUDDY

Series B in 2020
SpeakBUDDY Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the design and development of mobile applications focused on English language learning. Established in May 2013, it operates the “SpeakBUDDY” app, which incorporates an AI voice recognition system, along with an online English coaching service known as “SpartaBUDDDY.” The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes features such as pronunciation checking and scenario-based learning, available through a monthly subscription model. This approach aims to assist individuals, businesses, and educational institutions in enhancing their English communication skills and achieving fluency in a convenient manner. SpeakBUDDY has garnered recognition in the app market, with several of its language learning products achieving top rankings on the App Store.

Backpackr

Series C in 2020
Backpackr offers an online app store that enables users to buy a range of smartphone applications.

Prevent

Series B in 2020
Prevent Inc. is a healthcare company based in Nagoya, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the prevention of lifestyle-related diseases through its mobile application, Mystar. This application supports patients with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart diseases by enabling them to log their health data, communicate with healthcare providers, and access educational materials designed to improve their lifestyle habits. Additionally, the company offers Myscope, a tool that analyzes health examination data to predict potential health risks and suggest improvements. By leveraging technology and medical expertise, Prevent aims to help users reduce the risk of severe illnesses and enhance their overall health management.

Repro

Series C in 2020
Repro Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in mobile analytics solutions aimed at helping businesses convert and retain mobile users. Founded in 2014, Repro provides a platform that delivers insights into user behavior through detailed analytics and play-by-play videos. The company offers comprehensive application growth support, assisting clients in strategy planning, development, and in-app messaging to enhance conversion rates. By utilizing real-time data streaming and analytics, Repro enables businesses to optimize user communications across various channels, including push notifications, applications, websites, and email. This approach helps clients foster lasting customer relationships and create personalized, engaging experiences for their users.

Gtriip

Series B in 2020
Gtriip, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a biometrics-driven platform that enables document-less registration and check-in services for hotels and office spaces. Utilizing deep learning neural networks, Gtriip's software verifies guest identities by matching a photo ID with a smartphone selfie, facilitating a contactless experience. The platform currently serves over 30,000 rooms and access points across various customer locations. By leveraging biometric sensors on smartphones, Gtriip simplifies the check-in process, enhancing convenience for travelers and visitors while eliminating the need for physical travel documents. The company is supported by several investors, including Global Brain and KDDI Open Innovation Fund.

Atta

Series A in 2020
Atta, previously known as WithTravel, operates an accommodation metasearch service that helps users find hotels, apartments, and vacation rentals for their travel needs. The platform allows users to search by destination, travel dates, and the number of guests, offering a range of sorting options based on price, type of accommodation, and amenities. Atta's service currently focuses on major cities in Japan, with plans to expand its offerings further. The platform employs artificial intelligence and big data to enhance search results and provides tailored travel proposals that include budget considerations and relevant accommodation options. The WithTravel app is available in multiple languages, catering to a diverse user base.

UangTeman

Series B in 2019
UangTeman is an online lending service that specializes in providing instant short-term microcredit to consumers in Indonesia. Founded in 2014, it aims to offer a convenient alternative to traditional lending models by delivering online financing solutions accessible anytime and anywhere. The platform provides unsecured loans of up to 3.5 million Rupiah, with repayment terms of a maximum of 30 days. UangTeman operates in several key regions, including Greater Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Solo, Magelang, Klaten, Bandung, Surabaya, Semarang, Bali, Makassar, Palembang, Lampung, Jambi, and Balikpapan, making it a significant player in Indonesia's financial technology landscape.

Nuri

Series A in 2019
Nuri empowers people to manage and grow their wealth through innovative technologies.

JX Press

Series C in 2019
JX PRESS Corporation operates as Japan's virtual news agency, specializing in delivering real-time news through its "FASTALERT" service. This service provides breaking news bulletins on urgent incidents, such as accidents and natural disasters, utilizing artificial intelligence to monitor and disseminate information. It serves all six major television broadcast stations in Japan, including NHK, as well as over 100 local stations. JX PRESS also offers "NewsDigest," a popular app with over 1 million downloads, designed for consumers to receive AI-generated news alerts. The platform is increasingly used by journalists as a standardized service for reporting. In addition to its news services, JX PRESS employs technology to filter misinformation, allowing companies to access reliable data for digital marketing. Key stakeholders include prominent entities like KYODO NEWS, TV Asahi, Fuji TV, and the Nikkei Group, highlighting its significant role in Japan's media landscape.

CAMPFIRE

Series C in 2019
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a prominent player in Japan's crowdfunding sector, focusing on planning, developing, and managing various cloud funding platforms. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, supports individuals and organizations looking to launch projects confidently, having facilitated around 15,000 initiatives that garnered approximately $70 million from over 700,000 contributors. In addition to CAMPFIRE, the company offers specialized services including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related endeavors, and FAAVO, which focuses on regional projects. It also features polka, a unique application for personal fundraising events, CAMPFIRE Bank for financial services, and Gojo, a community wallet application for shared finances among family and friends. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, CAMPFIRE caters to a diverse clientele, including individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.

Taskey

Venture Round in 2019
Taskey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that develops software designed for novelists and illustrators to facilitate story creation. The company serves as a smartphone novel community, aiming to broaden the reach of literary works globally. Through its innovative platform, Taskey supports writers and artists in sharing their creative narratives, enhancing the accessibility of storytelling in the digital age.

Moi

Series A in 2019
Moi Corporation was founded to deliver on the promise of the Twitcasting social live streaming platform. We developed Twitcasting to enable people to stream and share live video anytime, anywhere - connecting the world in real-time. TwitCasting provides a live streaming social platform that enables real-time chat between broacasters and viewers, through apps or desktop. Users can follow their favorite broadcasters and receive notifications when new a new live stream is about to start. Broadcasters can save and publish their live streams for later viewing. In early 2014 we added "Collabo" to Twitcasting, enabling as many as 6 users to broadcast together, in a single display. Viewers can join a broadcast that is already streaming live and broadcast together. It is the first app to support multi-device broadcasting in a single stream on mobile and PC. Our user base has doubled every year, and hit 7.5 million in September, 2014. While the largest part of our base is in Asia, users in US, Brazil, Mexico and other Latin American countries are now growing rapidly. About 70% of our users are under 25 years old, & approximately 95% of broadcasters shoot on mobile. 

Atta

Seed Round in 2019
Atta, previously known as WithTravel, operates an accommodation metasearch service that helps users find hotels, apartments, and vacation rentals for their travel needs. The platform allows users to search by destination, travel dates, and the number of guests, offering a range of sorting options based on price, type of accommodation, and amenities. Atta's service currently focuses on major cities in Japan, with plans to expand its offerings further. The platform employs artificial intelligence and big data to enhance search results and provides tailored travel proposals that include budget considerations and relevant accommodation options. The WithTravel app is available in multiple languages, catering to a diverse user base.

Voicy

Series A in 2019
Voicy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a voice news application for mobile platforms, established in 2016. The application recruits media personalities and news organizations, allowing entertainers to read the news and deliver the latest information in an engaging manner. As technology evolves, Voicy focuses on audio as a medium, leveraging voice distribution networks to provide innovative content. The company aims to enhance user experiences by integrating voice technology into daily life, enabling seamless access to information without interrupting routine activities. Through its unique approach to audio broadcasting, Voicy seeks to create value in society by transforming how news and entertainment are consumed.

Mirrativ

Venture Round in 2019
Mirrativ Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in mobile game streaming services. Its application allows users to live-stream content directly from their smartphones and tablets, enabling real-time sharing of gameplay experiences. The platform incorporates user interaction features similar to those of established live-streaming services, allowing viewers to comment and show appreciation for streams. Although current broadcasts are not saved for later viewing, the application facilitates seamless communication among users through texting and sharing of videos during streams. In addition to gaming, Mirrativ is also focused on developing a game distribution platform and exploring innovative advertising solutions within the live gaming space.

Moneytree

Venture Round in 2019
Moneytree is a fintech data platform focused on enhancing financial connectivity for individuals and institutions, aiming to promote personal wealth growth. Established in 2013, the company launched its first product, a personal finance app for iOS, which received multiple accolades, including recognition as one of the App Store’s “Best of” apps in Japan shortly after its release. The app has since attracted over 1,300,000 users across iOS, Android, and web platforms. Moneytree's proprietary data aggregation platform, Moneytree LINK, serves nearly twenty enterprise clients, including Japan's largest accounting software vendors, and features integrations with notable financial institutions such as Mizuho Bank and SMBC. This platform enables users to connect their bank accounts and credit cards, providing real-time notifications about significant transactions, low balances, and upcoming bills, thereby facilitating better financial management.

Moneytree

Series C in 2019
Moneytree is a fintech data platform focused on enhancing financial connectivity for individuals and institutions, aiming to promote personal wealth growth. Established in 2013, the company launched its first product, a personal finance app for iOS, which received multiple accolades, including recognition as one of the App Store’s “Best of” apps in Japan shortly after its release. The app has since attracted over 1,300,000 users across iOS, Android, and web platforms. Moneytree's proprietary data aggregation platform, Moneytree LINK, serves nearly twenty enterprise clients, including Japan's largest accounting software vendors, and features integrations with notable financial institutions such as Mizuho Bank and SMBC. This platform enables users to connect their bank accounts and credit cards, providing real-time notifications about significant transactions, low balances, and upcoming bills, thereby facilitating better financial management.

AwanTunai

Series A in 2018
AwanTunai is a fintech company based in Jakarta Timur, Indonesia, founded in 2017. It focuses on transforming the Indonesian banking sector by providing a mobile application that grants micro merchants access to loans for working capital, particularly targeting those who lack access to traditional banking products. The platform digitizes the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) supply chain by facilitating online ordering, customer management, payment acceptance, and inventory management. AwanTunai monetizes its services primarily through embedded financing for inventory purchases within its integrated ecosystem, which connects borrowers with lenders. As a regulated fintech institution, it manages the full lifecycle of bank-compliant loan assets and collaborates with global insurance companies to offer micro-insurance protection. This approach aims to enhance financial accessibility and improve the welfare of consumers in Indonesia.

OPN

Series B in 2018
Opn, formerly known as SYNQA, is a company established in 2013 that focuses on online payment solutions, blockchain technology for fintech applications, and digital transformation services. With a strong presence in Asia, Opn aims to connect individuals, businesses, and society through innovative financial solutions that promote equitable access to the digital economy. The company's comprehensive payment management platform allows businesses to securely accept, process, and disburse payments, enhancing their ability to reach a broader customer base and drive revenue. Opn's offerings are supported by its sister company, Omise Payment Holdings, which provides a one-stop solution for online payment needs. Through its services, Opn serves thousands of merchants and businesses globally, contributing to a growing economic ecosystem.

Cluster

Series B in 2018
Cluster, Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a virtual meetup application known as Cluster. This platform facilitates the organization of various events, including live music performances and conferences, within a virtual environment. It allows thousands of participants to connect simultaneously, creating opportunities for large-scale virtual events. Users can engage in activities such as attending talks, watching videos, and enjoying live performances, all from the comfort of their own locations. Cluster, Inc. aims to enhance its offerings through continued investment in product development and marketing efforts, further expanding its presence in the virtual event space.

Azit

Venture Round in 2018
Azit Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013 that specializes in developing software applications for car sharing services. Its primary product, CREW, is a smart transfer app that enables users to summon nearby vehicles using their smartphones, thereby enhancing mobility for individuals in Japan. Additionally, Azit offers Tribu, a platform for person-to-person sampling. The company's mission focuses on improving transportation efficiency and accessibility for its users.

DAILYHOTEL

Series C in 2018
DAILYHOTEL is a lifestyle technology enabler that provides affordable access to quality experiences in accommodation, dining and travel offerings through its mobile platform. They focus on transaction through mobile app only, selling more than 100,000 room every month on average in just South Korea alone. In 2017 March, they have reached over 7million downloads for their app.

Flamingo

Venture Round in 2017
Flamingo Inc. is a company based in Kusatsu City, Japan, that offers English coaching and training services aimed at fostering a multicultural society. Through its application, users can engage in lessons with native speakers at a café for a fee of 2,000 yen per hour. This model allows individuals to improve their English language skills in a relaxed and interactive environment, promoting cultural exchange and communication.

Translimit

Venture Round in 2017
Translimit, Inc. is a Japanese company based in Shibuya-ku, founded in 2014 by Hiroki Takaba and Takuma Kudo. The company specializes in designing and developing mobile games, notably the quiz application BrainWars, which features competitive mental exercise games for players. With a focus on brain training, puzzles, strategy, and sports, Translimit aims to create engaging gaming experiences for users on both Android and iOS devices. The founders have a background in game development, having previously worked on various projects, including the virtual avatar service Ameba Pico and the mobile social game Girl Friend BETA. Translimit is also participating in the Movida Japan incubation program in Tokyo to further its growth in the gaming industry.

Popshoot

Venture Round in 2017
Popshoot, Inc., founded on October 15, 2015, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing fintech applications focused on cryptocurrency management. The company's primary product is a mobile application that not only facilitates loan management activities but also serves as a virtual wallet for Ethereum. This platform includes features that predict the price of Bitcoin for the following day, making it accessible for users ranging from novices to experienced traders. By providing an engaging learning environment, Popshoot aims to enhance users' understanding of cryptocurrency markets and improve their investment returns.

Medley

Series E in 2017
Medley, Inc. operates recruitment and medical platform services in Japan, focusing on enhancing healthcare accessibility and efficiency. The company comprises three main segments: Recruitment Platform Business, Medical Platform Business, and New Services. Its offerings include JobMedley, a recruitment system tailored for the medical and healthcare sectors, and CLINICS Telemedicine, which facilitates remote consultations between patients and healthcare providers. Additionally, Medley provides CLINICS, a cloud-based medical support system, and MEDLEY, an information service designed to educate patients about various medical conditions. The company also runs Kaigo-no Honne, a website dedicated to helping users find nursing care facilities, and develops medical accounting software. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tokyo, Medley aims to create a comprehensive medical information infrastructure that connects patients, doctors, and medical institutions.

LOGIC

Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a Japanese software company founded in 1995, with its headquarters in Tokyo. The company specializes in developing Care-wing, an application designed to enhance nursing care management services within the medical and healthcare sectors. This innovative system allows caregivers to efficiently track care records through a smartphone interface, automatically generating reports based on the information entered. In addition to offering a comprehensive care record system, LOGIC provides valuable resources such as informative columns and regular seminars for care providers. The company is also committed to maintaining high standards of information security, having obtained the Privacy Mark to safeguard personal information.

Dunamu

Series C in 2017
Dunamu Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2012 that specializes in blockchain and securities services. It operates UPbit, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange, as well as Stockplus, a securities information and trading platform, and U-Stockplus, an over-the-counter platform for private company trading. Additionally, Dunamu offers Luniverse, a blockchain-as-a-service solution, and Onboard, an equity management platform designed for private companies to manage shareholder equity electronically. The company's services are accessible through a mobile application, which provides users with real-time cryptocurrency prices and analytics, ensuring a secure and user-friendly trading experience across various markets.

Medley

Venture Round in 2017
Medley, Inc. operates recruitment and medical platform services in Japan, focusing on enhancing healthcare accessibility and efficiency. The company comprises three main segments: Recruitment Platform Business, Medical Platform Business, and New Services. Its offerings include JobMedley, a recruitment system tailored for the medical and healthcare sectors, and CLINICS Telemedicine, which facilitates remote consultations between patients and healthcare providers. Additionally, Medley provides CLINICS, a cloud-based medical support system, and MEDLEY, an information service designed to educate patients about various medical conditions. The company also runs Kaigo-no Honne, a website dedicated to helping users find nursing care facilities, and develops medical accounting software. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tokyo, Medley aims to create a comprehensive medical information infrastructure that connects patients, doctors, and medical institutions.

Itandi

Series B in 2017
Itandi, Inc. is a Tokyo-based IT company that operates an online platform and real estate management system. Founded in 2012, Itandi offers products such as Heyazine, which provides real-time information on rental property prices, and REcS, a subscription-based software-as-a-service solution for real estate management. The company specializes in consulting services for the real estate industry, including tenancy applications and electronic contracts. Itandi also focuses on the digitalization of real estate distribution and offers artificial intelligence consulting and big data analysis services to enhance business operations within the sector. As of November 2018, Itandi operates as a subsidiary of GA Technologies Co., Ltd.

Wonderplanet

Venture Round in 2016
Wonderplanet Inc. is a company based in Nagoya, Japan, that specializes in designing and developing native language applications and games for smartphones and tablets. Founded in 2012, Wonderplanet offers a range of both 2D and 3D games compatible with iOS and Android platforms. The company focuses on creating engaging content that caters to diverse language needs, enhancing the user experience in mobile gaming and applications.

Wonderplanet

Series D in 2016
Wonderplanet Inc. is a company based in Nagoya, Japan, that specializes in designing and developing native language applications and games for smartphones and tablets. Founded in 2012, Wonderplanet offers a range of both 2D and 3D games compatible with iOS and Android platforms. The company focuses on creating engaging content that caters to diverse language needs, enhancing the user experience in mobile gaming and applications.

Mercari

Series D in 2016
Mercari, Inc. is a marketplace application company that operates in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Mercari enables individuals to buy and sell new and used items, including electronics, clothing, and various media such as books and CDs. It is recognized as the largest peer-to-peer selling platform in Japan, boasting over 22 million monthly active users and commanding more than 70% of the C2C marketplace app market. The company facilitates a mobile marketplace experience, allowing users to safely sell and ship their items, and has seen over 100 million downloads of its app. In addition to its marketplace operations, Mercari is involved in the development of internet services and has a domestic fintech business. The majority of its gross merchandise value is generated from its Japanese operations, which account for over 95% of its total sales.

ZigBang

Venture Round in 2015
ZigBang Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company founded in 2010, specializing in a property listing platform that connects real estate agents with renters. The company offers a user-friendly marketplace for apartment hunting through its mobile and web applications, allowing users to search for rental properties based on criteria such as the number of rooms, occupants, and price. ZigBang has reported approximately 6 million users, although this figure includes both active and inactive accounts. The platform aims to simplify the rental process and help users make informed choices while potentially saving money on housing.

NBT

Series D in 2015
NBT Partners is a South Korean company established in 2012, specializing in mobile and online platform development services. The company offers a range of products, including Cache Slides, an application designed to verify information during shopping activities through a slide unlock screen, and Baobab Class, an online platform that delivers personalized educational content. Additionally, NBT provides a mobile application that features a customized accumulation system and leverages knowledge-based technology to cater to users' preferences.

Live Aid

Venture Round in 2015
Live Aid is a provider of web and application services for smartphones, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company specializes in developing applications for devices such as iPhones and Androids, as well as web applications and system contract development. Live Aid enhances advertisement delivery services on smartphones through its product, AID, which focuses on delivering the latest information and engaging content across various genres, including virtual reality. Additionally, the company offers services that include verifying guest identities and managing check-in tasks.

Mercari

Series C in 2014
Mercari, Inc. is a marketplace application company that operates in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Mercari enables individuals to buy and sell new and used items, including electronics, clothing, and various media such as books and CDs. It is recognized as the largest peer-to-peer selling platform in Japan, boasting over 22 million monthly active users and commanding more than 70% of the C2C marketplace app market. The company facilitates a mobile marketplace experience, allowing users to safely sell and ship their items, and has seen over 100 million downloads of its app. In addition to its marketplace operations, Mercari is involved in the development of internet services and has a domestic fintech business. The majority of its gross merchandise value is generated from its Japanese operations, which account for over 95% of its total sales.

Tapjoy

Seed Round in 2014
Tapjoy is a mobile app monetization and marketing platform that provides engagement and monetization services for advertisers and app developers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a range of rewarded advertising solutions, including video and rich media ads, through its Maximum Impact Platform™. The Tapjoy SDK is integrated into over 15,000 mobile applications, enabling access to a monthly active user base of 520 million. Tapjoy's innovative Interplay™ ads have been shown to significantly enhance brand performance, as evidenced by a 2016 comScore™ study that reported a threefold increase in brand metrics. The company collaborates with Fortune 500 brands and top-grossing app developers, leveraging its mobile expertise to help clients acquire and monetize users effectively. With a global presence that includes more than a dozen offices, Tapjoy is positioned as a leader in the mobile advertising landscape.

Mind Palette

Series C in 2014
Mind Palette focusing on "mobile * social media" as their main business, they aim to further the realization of a society in which each individual transmits informationin real time and new values are generated by connecting other people. To this end, they conduct the provision of exciting Internet services for both users and creators.

Between

Series C in 2014
Between is a mobile application developed by VCNC, a Korean company founded in 2011, with the aim of enhancing offline social relationships through technology. Designed specifically for couples, the app allows users to create, share, and preserve their special moments together. It provides a private space for couples to communicate, exchange photos, and keep track of important dates, fostering intimacy and connection. Between is accessible for download on both the iTunes store and Google Play market, making it readily available to users seeking to strengthen their relationships.

VCNC

Venture Round in 2014
VCNC stands for 'Value Creators & Company' and was established in 2011 to "create and deliver beneficial values ​​to the world". 'Improve people's real relationship through emotional communication in mobile' is developed and operated under the Vision, and as a representative couple app in Korea, it plays a role of delivering better value to the relationship of lovers.

Mercari

Series B in 2014
Mercari, Inc. is a marketplace application company that operates in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Mercari enables individuals to buy and sell new and used items, including electronics, clothing, and various media such as books and CDs. It is recognized as the largest peer-to-peer selling platform in Japan, boasting over 22 million monthly active users and commanding more than 70% of the C2C marketplace app market. The company facilitates a mobile marketplace experience, allowing users to safely sell and ship their items, and has seen over 100 million downloads of its app. In addition to its marketplace operations, Mercari is involved in the development of internet services and has a domestic fintech business. The majority of its gross merchandise value is generated from its Japanese operations, which account for over 95% of its total sales.

Kamelio

Venture Round in 2014
Kamelio has adopted a new concept that differs slightly from conventional news curation apps. While many apps present selected articles based on what articles are trending on social media or which media you subscribe to, Kamelio picks up articles based on topics you are likely to be interested in using a bespoke algorithm to go beyond the keywords you’ve entered in your preferences. Besides news, users can follow specific industries, artists and entertainment, and sports.

Plumzi

Seed Round in 2013
Plumzi, Inc. is a provider of a story-driven entertainment technology platform designed for tablets and smartphones. Founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, Plumzi enables children to engage with characters and influence the narrative through interactive features such as touch, voice, and tilt. The platform facilitates studios and creators in authoring and streaming appisodes, a novel form of interactive entertainment that can be experienced on various devices, including tablets, smartphones, smart TVs, and virtual reality headsets.

5Rocks

Seed Round in 2013
5Rocks is a Korean startup that provides a mobile game analytics service, “5Rocks”. Its main service feature is segment-specific user behavior analytics that provides detailed analysis of users appropriate to the characteristics of different types of games, and enables the simultaneous operation and marketing of a game based on those results. Recognized for its technical excellence, 5Rocks received 2.55 billion KRW (2.3 million USD) from Japanese venture capital firm, Global Brain, in August 2013 and launched in the Japanese market. The company currently has about 450 clients around the world, including in South Korea, Japan, US, Canada, Brazil, Turkey, Russia, Germany, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, and is planning to enter the U.S. market in 2014. 5Rocks, which was founded in September 2010, raised 2 billion KRW (1.8 million USD) in a Series A round from Stonebridge Capital in May 2011.

Supership

Funding Round in 2013
Supership continuously develops optimized ad platform products and provides them to advertisers and publishers because they demand only the best advertising solutions. The most important thing for advertisers is a platform that can analyze data and achieve results through optimized promotions. Our platform offers a number of demand side solutions, such as, 「AppVador's Video Ad Network」 and 「ScaleOut DSP」 that targets users with precision based on advertiser goals, a DMP that contains a wealth of data which makes data-driven marketing a reality, a SSP(「Ad Generation」) that is highly valued for generating revenue, especially in the app business. The combination of these products provides our customers with a total advertising solution that can meet a wide range of digital marketing needs.

Mutations Studio

Seed Round in 2013
Mutations Studio is a developer specializing in the planning, development, production, and sales of online and smartphone games. The company focuses on creating engaging gaming experiences, leveraging its expertise to manage all aspects of game software from conception to market. Through its comprehensive approach, Mutations Studio aims to deliver high-quality games that cater to the evolving demands of the gaming industry.

5Rocks

Venture Round in 2013
5Rocks is a Korean startup that provides a mobile game analytics service, “5Rocks”. Its main service feature is segment-specific user behavior analytics that provides detailed analysis of users appropriate to the characteristics of different types of games, and enables the simultaneous operation and marketing of a game based on those results. Recognized for its technical excellence, 5Rocks received 2.55 billion KRW (2.3 million USD) from Japanese venture capital firm, Global Brain, in August 2013 and launched in the Japanese market. The company currently has about 450 clients around the world, including in South Korea, Japan, US, Canada, Brazil, Turkey, Russia, Germany, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, and is planning to enter the U.S. market in 2014. 5Rocks, which was founded in September 2010, raised 2 billion KRW (1.8 million USD) in a Series A round from Stonebridge Capital in May 2011.

Hailo Network

Venture Round in 2013
Hailo is a developer of a smartphone application that facilitates taxi services by connecting riders with licensed taxi drivers through an online marketplace. The app allows users to arrange rides and make payments seamlessly. Originally established as a leading taxi app in the UK and Ireland, Hailo merged with mytaxi in 2016, which later became part of FREE NOW, a prominent mobility provider operating in various cities across the UK. This merger was a strategic move to enhance their presence in the e-hailing market, aiming to become a key player in Europe's transportation landscape.

3rdKind

Venture Round in 2013
3rdKind is a Japanese smartphone game publisher, which provides expertise and support for overseas developers on marketing, localization, development, and "culturization" for the Japanese market. With partner like the mobile operator KDDI, 3rdKind distribute game on major Japanese app stores like "AppStore", "GooglePlay" & "au Smart Pass".

TOLOT

Seed Round in 2012
TOLOT Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in photo book printing and binding services. Founded in 2006, it offers a mobile application that allows users to easily convert their smartphone photo galleries into printed photo books. The application provides a user-friendly interface for customers to select and arrange their images, enabling them to compile their memories into a single, tangible format. This service not only preserves cherished moments but also makes it convenient for users to revisit their memories at any time.

I-Freek Mobile

Series A in 2007
I-Freek Mobile Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that specializes in mobile content and e-commerce services for users both domestically and internationally. Founded in 2000, I-Freek develops, plans, and manages mobile sites while also engaging in promotional marketing and consulting. The company's offerings include digital content such as HTML emails, casual and social game applications, and picture book applications. Additionally, I-Freek provides e-commerce marketing solutions tailored for mobile platforms, enhancing the digital experience for its users. Alongside its core business, the company also offers temporary staffing services.
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