Global Brain

Global Brain Corporation, established in 1998, is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm that invests in technology-focused startups globally, from seed to pre-IPO stages. With a track record of 300+ investments, 25 IPOs, and 61 M&As, the firm provides hands-on support to its portfolio companies. Global Brain manages both independent and corporate venture capital funds, partnering with tier 1 public companies across various industries.

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, Investment Group

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

Sho Ikeda

Partner / Indonesia Office Representative

Nozomu Ikuta

Principal

Kotona Inaida

Director

Tomoaki Ishikure

Partner

Yoshinari Ito

Venture Partner

Yuki Ito

Director

Hiroyuki Izumi

Partner

Ken Kajii

General Partner

Daisuke Kashiro

Partner, Investment Group

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

Issei Kokubu

Director

Yoshiomi Kubota

Principal

Jinya Kurita

Director, Investment Group

KyungHun Lee

Partner

YingQi Liang(Joy)

Principal

Chukaku Lin

Director

Atsushi Matsuda

Venture Partner

Akira Matsumoto

Principal

Yuki Matsuo

Director

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director

Ai Minamizaki

Principal, Investment Group

Shigeru Mitarai

Director

Shuhei Mori

Principal

Seiichiro Mukai

Director

Satoko Murata

Principal, Investment Group

Kohtaro Nagawa

Director

Tasuke Nakagawa

Partner, M&A

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, Investment Group

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

Hiroshi Shimazu

Managing Director

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

Yasuhiko Yurimoto

Founder, Owner, CEO and General Partner

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director

Takuya Hosomura

Partner

Past deals in Retail

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sixty Percent

Venture Round in 2024
Sixty Percent is an international fashion e-commerce platform that specializes in curating and offering a diverse selection of street brands from various countries, with a particular emphasis on Asian fashion. The platform enables customers to access a range of products, including casual, designer, and lifestyle brands, all at local prices. By focusing on these unique fashion offerings, Sixty Percent aims to provide consumers with a distinct shopping experience that highlights the creativity and trends of Asian streetwear.

Global Ichiba

Series C in 2023
Global Ichiba Corporation, established in 2015 and headquartered in Shinagawa, Japan, is a subsidiary of Nousouken Corporation. The company specializes in the export of a diverse range of agricultural products, primarily focusing on fresh fruits and vegetables. It operates NIPPON ICHIBA, a business platform that facilitates trade connections between suppliers and consumers of Japanese produce. Global Ichiba exports its products to various destinations, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Beijing, Dalian, and Jakarta. The company's expertise lies in managing the entire supply chain, from domestic procurement to overseas sales, ensuring product freshness and competitive pricing.

Rutilea

Series C in 2023
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.

Rutilea

Series C in 2023
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.

Trove

Series E in 2023
Trove is a technology company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Brisbane, California. It operates two distinct businesses: a SaaS platform that uses AI to analyze teams' email connections, providing insights to help build and leverage professional networks; and a leading platform for branded resale and trade-in, enabling brands to launch, manage, and scale their resale programs efficiently. The latter offers advanced tools for in-store and digital trade-ins, returns processing, inventory management, resale site building, and analytics, serving prominent brands like Canada Goose, Carhartt, and Patagonia. Trove's resale platform aims to drive sustainability in retail by promoting a circular economy.

Wiom

Series A in 2023
Wiom is a company that provides internet services to middle and lower-middle-income households. It acts as a Public Data Office Aggregator (PDOA), authenticating users and connecting them to their preferred local access points for a fee. In addition to its internet services, Wiom has developed a network layer platform aimed at enhancing retail businesses and customer relationship management. This platform leverages cloud servers and artificial intelligence to offer network access and customer analytics, enabling clients to make informed decisions based on real-time insights. Wiom's solutions are designed to be scalable and affordable, aligning with the needs of a shared economy.

Bakool

Seed Round in 2022
Bakool is an online delivery platform that specializes in providing groceries and everyday essentials to customers. The service encompasses a wide range of products, including basic necessities, instant food, snacks, household items, cosmetics, personal care products, milk, processed foods, beverages, and items for children. By operating hyperlocal warehouses in less central locations, Bakool aims to ensure quick and reliable delivery, allowing customers to conveniently access their daily needs from the comfort of their homes.

Omnichain

Venture Round in 2022
Omnichain is a computer software company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in supply chain management solutions leveraging blockchain technology. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to optimize supply chain planning and execution for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands and retailers. By utilizing distributed ledger technology, Omnichain provides real-time data that enhances store-level forecasting and replenishment, optimizes manufacturing planning, and reduces carrying costs. This approach aims to help businesses drive growth and efficiency throughout their supply chain processes while minimizing lost sales.

Wahyoo Ventures

Series B in 2022
Wahyoo Ventures is a company based in Tangerang, Indonesia, that focuses on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food and beverage sector. Founded in 2017, it operates an integrated development platform that provides essential services to culinary businesses. These services include e-supplies for vegetables, groceries, and kitchen necessities, as well as micro-financing and partnerships with kitchen operators. Wahyoo Ventures aims to enhance the operational efficiency of F&B SMEs by facilitating the digitization of their processes, managing cash flow, and implementing loyalty programs. Currently, the company serves approximately 27,000 kitchens across the Jabodetabek area, helping them attract customers and improve their marketing efforts through training and education.

WRAY

Series A in 2022
WRAY Inc. is a women's healthcare direct-to-consumer company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2020. The company focuses on developing and manufacturing products aimed at alleviating premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms. Its product line includes PMS countermeasure supplements, herbal teas, warming innerwear, and skin serums, all designed to address various aspects of women's health and well-being. By offering a range of solutions and informative resources, WRAY seeks to empower women to take control of their health and make informed decisions about their bodies. The company primarily operates online, allowing women to conveniently access the products they need for daily comfort.

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.

Pan for You

Series B in 2022
Pan For You Inc. is a bakery and frozen bread delivery company based in Kiryu, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in delivering a variety of delicious breads from around the world using a unique freezing technology. By sourcing products from local bakeries, Pan For You ensures that its offerings are free from extra additives, allowing consumers to enjoy freshly baked bread at their convenience. The company's service caters to both individuals and offices, promoting a lifestyle where quality bakery items are readily accessible.

MOV

Series C in 2022
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.

iPrice Group

Corporate Round in 2022
iPrice Group operates as an online price comparison platform in Southeast Asia, aimed at enhancing the shopping experience by offering a wide selection of products and brands from numerous partners. The company allows consumers to compare prices, discover products, and secure the best deals from thousands of online retailers, catering to various categories including electronics, fashion, home improvements, and baby products. Founded with the goal of increasing transparency, convenience, and trust in the e-commerce market, iPrice has expanded its reach across seven markets, including Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, and the Philippines. Supported by investments from the Asia Venture Group, iPrice has developed expertise in technology, online marketing, and business operations, positioning itself as a key player in the region's online shopping landscape.

Sayurbox

Series C in 2022
Sayurbox is a web-based platform based in Bandung, Indonesia, that specializes in the distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables. Founded in 2016, it connects consumers directly with farmers, allowing them to purchase chemical-free and organic produce. The platform emphasizes healthy living by offering vegetables that are harvested and delivered on the same day, ensuring freshness and quality. By facilitating online orders, Sayurbox aims to make healthy eating more accessible to its users.

Cloudpick

Series B in 2022
Cloudpick Technology is a high-tech company focused on developing computer vision and artificial intelligence applications, particularly for the retail industry. It offers innovative AI solutions that include a patented behavior recognition and product learning algorithm engine. This technology enables accurate identification of product information and customer shopping behaviors, facilitating convenient shopping experiences such as "Grab and Go" and seamless payment options. Cloudpick aims to advance the application of artificial intelligence and big data analysis across various sectors, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in retail environments.

Rentio

Series E in 2021
Rentio Inc. is an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in selling and leasing camera and home appliances. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on providing a subscription-based rental service that allows customers to utilize various products without the commitment of purchase. Rentio offers monthly subscription packages, enabling unlimited exchanges for items such as strollers, and provides the option for customers to buy the products they rent at the end of the rental period. This approach aims to create a flexible consumption system, allowing customers to experience and use products at an affordable price while minimizing the risk of purchase mismatches.

BitStar

Series E in 2021
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.

ViSenze

Venture Round in 2021
ViSenze is a product discovery platform that enhances how consumers search for and discover products online. Trusted by major retailers such as ASOS, H&M, and Rakuten, ViSenze processes over a billion queries monthly, providing solutions for in-store and e-commerce environments. The platform offers various services, including enhanced search functionality, product tagging, smart recommendations, and merchandising analytics. By leveraging automated AI technology, ViSenze helps retail merchants improve the shopping experience, ultimately driving revenue growth through more efficient product discovery. The company's innovative approach positions it as a leader in the retail technology space.

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.

Touch To Go

Series B in 2021
Touch To Go specializes in addressing labor shortages and enhancing business potential through its innovative unmanned payment systems. The company focuses on the commercialization of unmanned artificial intelligence payment stores, which are designed to streamline retail operations and improve customer service. By utilizing data captured from cameras and sensors, Touch To Go's products analyze customer and product movements in real time. This technology not only helps to alleviate staffing challenges at retail locations but also supports the transformation of existing businesses by promoting more efficient work practices.

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.

Sayurbox

Corporate Round in 2021
Sayurbox is a web-based platform based in Bandung, Indonesia, that specializes in the distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables. Founded in 2016, it connects consumers directly with farmers, allowing them to purchase chemical-free and organic produce. The platform emphasizes healthy living by offering vegetables that are harvested and delivered on the same day, ensuring freshness and quality. By facilitating online orders, Sayurbox aims to make healthy eating more accessible to its users.

Sixty Percent

Venture Round in 2021
Sixty Percent is an international fashion e-commerce platform that specializes in curating and offering a diverse selection of street brands from various countries, with a particular emphasis on Asian fashion. The platform enables customers to access a range of products, including casual, designer, and lifestyle brands, all at local prices. By focusing on these unique fashion offerings, Sixty Percent aims to provide consumers with a distinct shopping experience that highlights the creativity and trends of Asian streetwear.

Pan for You

Seed Round in 2021
Pan For You Inc. is a bakery and frozen bread delivery company based in Kiryu, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in delivering a variety of delicious breads from around the world using a unique freezing technology. By sourcing products from local bakeries, Pan For You ensures that its offerings are free from extra additives, allowing consumers to enjoy freshly baked bread at their convenience. The company's service caters to both individuals and offices, promoting a lifestyle where quality bakery items are readily accessible.

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.

REGALI

Seed Round in 2020
REGALI, Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017, that operates the social network and fashion e-commerce application "PARTE." This platform allows users to share shoppable photos of outfits and items, which are directly linked to various e-commerce stores. REGALI aims to enhance the retail experience by leveraging technology to create more engaging and personalized shopping interactions. Its platform includes features such as video marketing, live chat, and personalized recommendations, all designed to improve customer experience and foster a sustainable retail environment.

Mad Street Den

Series B in 2019
Mad Street Den Inc. is a computer vision and artificial intelligence company founded in 2016, with headquarters in Fremont, California, and additional offices in Chennai and Bengaluru, India, and Tokyo, Japan. The company focuses on developing models of generalizable intelligence that can be applied across various industries, particularly in retail. Its flagship product, Vue.ai, is a vertically integrated AI stack designed to provide comprehensive solutions for the retail value chain, enhancing customer experiences through features such as object recognition, gaze tracking, emotion-expression detection, and 3D facial reconstruction. Mad Street Den serves clients in several sectors, including online fashion, mobile gaming, IoT, robotics, and social media, aiming to create actionable AI applications that can be scaled effectively.

Vue.ai

Series B in 2019
Vue.ai is an AI-powered experience management suite that combines the power of product, customer, and business intelligence using computer vision. By using image recognition and data science, they help retailers generate product, and customer intelligence, and combine these with market insights, to power growth. They help retailers move up the digital maturity curve with unified AI solutions that are flexible and scalable.

ViSenze

Series C in 2019
ViSenze is a product discovery platform that enhances how consumers search for and discover products online. Trusted by major retailers such as ASOS, H&M, and Rakuten, ViSenze processes over a billion queries monthly, providing solutions for in-store and e-commerce environments. The platform offers various services, including enhanced search functionality, product tagging, smart recommendations, and merchandising analytics. By leveraging automated AI technology, ViSenze helps retail merchants improve the shopping experience, ultimately driving revenue growth through more efficient product discovery. The company's innovative approach positions it as a leader in the retail technology space.

Mad Street Den

Series A in 2018
Mad Street Den Inc. is a computer vision and artificial intelligence company founded in 2016, with headquarters in Fremont, California, and additional offices in Chennai and Bengaluru, India, and Tokyo, Japan. The company focuses on developing models of generalizable intelligence that can be applied across various industries, particularly in retail. Its flagship product, Vue.ai, is a vertically integrated AI stack designed to provide comprehensive solutions for the retail value chain, enhancing customer experiences through features such as object recognition, gaze tracking, emotion-expression detection, and 3D facial reconstruction. Mad Street Den serves clients in several sectors, including online fashion, mobile gaming, IoT, robotics, and social media, aiming to create actionable AI applications that can be scaled effectively.

BitStar

Series C in 2018
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.

Giftee

Venture Round in 2018
Giftee, established in 2010 and headquartered in Japan, specializes in digital retail solutions, focusing on the distribution of eGifts to businesses and consumers. The company operates as an online service provider, allowing users to send eGifts through email or messaging platforms like LINE, accompanied by personalized messages such as expressions of gratitude and congratulations. Giftee collaborates with various brands to generate eVouchers for marketing, employee engagement, and customer reward initiatives, thereby fostering connections and enhancing interactions across different sectors. With a commitment to creating a more interconnected society, Giftee aims to empower its partners and users through innovative digital gifting solutions.

Channel Talk

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

BitStar

Series B in 2017
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.

YouAppi

Series B in 2016
YouAppi Inc. specializes in mobile advertising technology aimed at acquiring and retaining mobile customers. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a range of solutions including OneRun, a platform that incorporates video advertisements into user acquisition campaigns, and ReAppi, a managed programmatic retargeting service that enhances app retention for marketers and app developers. Additionally, YouAppi provides a Re-Engagement solution that facilitates real-time bidding and enables multiple interactions between brands and users. Its Software Development Kit extends the OneRun platform to support rewarded videos and video interstitials for publishers and app developers. The company operates not only in the United States but also has a presence in China and several countries across Asia, Europe, and beyond, helping clients effectively grow app revenue through targeted advertising strategies.

Foodison

Venture Round in 2015
Foodison, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013 that operates a platform called UOPOCHI, enabling customers to order fish and related food products from various listed restaurants. The company also runs a fresh fish specialty store named Sakana bacca, which offers marine products sourced from diverse origins. Additionally, Foodison provides a wholesale service, Fish Poti, catering to restaurants. Through its innovative use of technology, the company is focused on enhancing the distribution of fresh groceries within the fishery sector.

Giftee

Venture Round in 2015
Giftee, established in 2010 and headquartered in Japan, specializes in digital retail solutions, focusing on the distribution of eGifts to businesses and consumers. The company operates as an online service provider, allowing users to send eGifts through email or messaging platforms like LINE, accompanied by personalized messages such as expressions of gratitude and congratulations. Giftee collaborates with various brands to generate eVouchers for marketing, employee engagement, and customer reward initiatives, thereby fostering connections and enhancing interactions across different sectors. With a commitment to creating a more interconnected society, Giftee aims to empower its partners and users through innovative digital gifting solutions.

QUEUE Japan

Seed Round in 2015
QUEUE Japan specializes in the sale of diamond jewelry, focusing on engagement and wedding rings. The company operates an e-commerce platform that allows customers to custom order engagement rings from a diverse selection of diamonds and ring designs. Customers can choose from various options across six crafting categories, including material, width, and ring texture, which enables the creation of personalized jewelry combinations. Additionally, QUEUE manages a real showroom and is responsible for the planning and quality control of all products, as well as the production and management of its online presence.

Rainbow

Venture Round in 2014
Founded in 1995, Rainbow is now a European leader in the production of children's animation. Rainbow has a unique ability to create content for all kinds of media, providing many different ways of communicating with the public: TV series, movies, events, the internet, DVDs, magazines, toys, video games, and all product categories subject to licensing. As a result, Rainbow is able to meet the demand for total family entertainment.

Luxola

Venture Round in 2014
Luxola, established in Singapore in 2011, operates as an online beauty retailer catering to customers in Southeast Asia, as well as Australia, India, and the UAE. The platform offers an extensive selection of over 4,000 authentic beauty products from more than 250 brands, including exclusive offerings from over 65 brands across various markets. Luxola emphasizes customer education by providing 'how-to' advice and a review platform, allowing users to share insights based on their skin types and tones. The company also maintains engagement with its audience through LX Edit, a weekly digital lifestyle magazine that offers inspiration and the latest trends in makeup, skincare, hair, and celebrity fashion. With a commitment to outstanding customer service, Luxola has established itself as a premier destination for beauty enthusiasts.

TypeBeeGroup

Venture Round in 2014
TypeBeeGroup is a planning, development and operation of "Cashback Rental", a rental information site where you can get festive money.

Luxola

Series B in 2014
Luxola, established in Singapore in 2011, operates as an online beauty retailer catering to customers in Southeast Asia, as well as Australia, India, and the UAE. The platform offers an extensive selection of over 4,000 authentic beauty products from more than 250 brands, including exclusive offerings from over 65 brands across various markets. Luxola emphasizes customer education by providing 'how-to' advice and a review platform, allowing users to share insights based on their skin types and tones. The company also maintains engagement with its audience through LX Edit, a weekly digital lifestyle magazine that offers inspiration and the latest trends in makeup, skincare, hair, and celebrity fashion. With a commitment to outstanding customer service, Luxola has established itself as a premier destination for beauty enthusiasts.

LUXA

Venture Round in 2013
Luxa is a Japanese group coupon buying site. Luxa is similar to daily-deals site Groupon, but it positions itself towards the higher-income demographic by listing only premium items such as branded cosmetics and alcohol, and up-market restaurants. It says it has around 350,000 members in Japan. Swimmy Minami Profile PhotoIts headquarters is in Tokyo, and it just opened offices in Nagoya and Fukuoka, to add to its second office in Osaka, which it opened last year.

LUXA

Series A in 2013
Luxa is a Japanese group coupon buying site. Luxa is similar to daily-deals site Groupon, but it positions itself towards the higher-income demographic by listing only premium items such as branded cosmetics and alcohol, and up-market restaurants. It says it has around 350,000 members in Japan. Swimmy Minami Profile PhotoIts headquarters is in Tokyo, and it just opened offices in Nagoya and Fukuoka, to add to its second office in Osaka, which it opened last year.

Apparel-Web

Venture Round in 2013
Apparel-Web is a company that offers IT and marketing support specifically tailored for the apparel and fashion industry. It provides a range of services, including web marketing, access analysis, web production, and promotional activities. The company aims to address the challenges faced by businesses in the fashion sector through its online marketing services platform, which offers tools for branding and marketing, as well as research and consultancy. By focusing on innovative solutions, Apparel-Web seeks to enhance customer engagement and improve the productivity and performance of fashion businesses in Japan.

Apparel-Web

Venture Round in 2013
Apparel-Web is a company that offers IT and marketing support specifically tailored for the apparel and fashion industry. It provides a range of services, including web marketing, access analysis, web production, and promotional activities. The company aims to address the challenges faced by businesses in the fashion sector through its online marketing services platform, which offers tools for branding and marketing, as well as research and consultancy. By focusing on innovative solutions, Apparel-Web seeks to enhance customer engagement and improve the productivity and performance of fashion businesses in Japan.

Monoco

Venture Round in 2013
Monoco Inc., formerly known as FlutterScape, is an e-commerce company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in cross-border social commerce. Founded in 2010, the company provides a platform that allows users to share product discoveries while facilitating the buying and selling of items through secure international payment and logistics systems. Monoco's platform distinguishes itself from traditional marketplaces by fostering a casual, collaborative environment where sellers can narrate their product experiences, and buyers can explore unique offerings, particularly from Japan. The platform features a diverse range of products, including fashion items, gadgets, home decor, and jewelry for both men and women, catering to a global audience.

Giftee

Seed Round in 2012
Giftee, established in 2010 and headquartered in Japan, specializes in digital retail solutions, focusing on the distribution of eGifts to businesses and consumers. The company operates as an online service provider, allowing users to send eGifts through email or messaging platforms like LINE, accompanied by personalized messages such as expressions of gratitude and congratulations. Giftee collaborates with various brands to generate eVouchers for marketing, employee engagement, and customer reward initiatives, thereby fostering connections and enhancing interactions across different sectors. With a commitment to creating a more interconnected society, Giftee aims to empower its partners and users through innovative digital gifting solutions.

Retailigence

Series A in 2011
Retailigence Corporation operates an online-to-offline marketing platform that enhances in-store product sales through innovative technology. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SAAS) solution that utilizes machine learning for various applications, including store clustering, assortment optimization, in-store monitoring, and customer segmentation. Its adPOP Engine provides a seamless application programming interface that integrates data into programmatic advertising, enabling location-based user experiences across mobile and digital advertising channels. Additionally, Retailigence delivers a mobile application that displays local store-level product availability and serves as a central data distribution point for retailers, brands, and marketing solutions. The company caters to various clients, including advertising solutions providers, application developers, agencies, and brick-and-mortar stores in the United States. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Retailigence operates as a subsidiary of ShopAdvisor, Inc. after a strategic partnership with Gimbal, Inc.

Retailigence

Seed Round in 2010
Retailigence Corporation operates an online-to-offline marketing platform that enhances in-store product sales through innovative technology. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SAAS) solution that utilizes machine learning for various applications, including store clustering, assortment optimization, in-store monitoring, and customer segmentation. Its adPOP Engine provides a seamless application programming interface that integrates data into programmatic advertising, enabling location-based user experiences across mobile and digital advertising channels. Additionally, Retailigence delivers a mobile application that displays local store-level product availability and serves as a central data distribution point for retailers, brands, and marketing solutions. The company caters to various clients, including advertising solutions providers, application developers, agencies, and brick-and-mortar stores in the United States. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Retailigence operates as a subsidiary of ShopAdvisor, Inc. after a strategic partnership with Gimbal, Inc.

eSPORTS Japan

Seed Round in 2008
ESPORTS is a comprehensive shopping site for sports, outdoor, health products and health foods.

ArkCore

Series A in 2004
ArkCore is a company that specializes in the purchase and sale of motorcycles and related products in Japan. It operates both physical stores and an online platform, offering a range of motorcycles and associated goods necessary for sporting activities. The company markets its products under the brand names Bike Land and Bike Land Direct Sales Center. Through these outlets, ArkCore aims to serve motorcycle enthusiasts by providing a diverse selection of bikes and related items.

Noah Corporation

Seed Round in 2003
Noah is a producer of LED lights. They provide products that include nec lighting, hitachi appliances, ushio lighting, endo lighting, koizumi lighting, taiko electri, orderic, seiwa electric, lumia, and maton. They offer products that are available for shopping online.
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