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, Investment Group

Megumi Asatsuma

Director

Anjani Bansal

Partner, India Office Representative

Brooke Beers

Partner

Takuji Chida

Director, Investment Groups

Hogil Doh

General Partner, Investment Group

Thomas Duong

Principal

Brian Flucht

Partner and Head, US Division

Hajime Furuya

Venture Partner

Harue Hayashi

Partner / Vice Chief Fund Management Officer

Kenji Hayashi

Principal

Shohei Hayashi

Partner, Investment Group

Jie He

Director China office Representative

Yosuke Hirai

Director

Joopyo Hong

Partner Investment Group

Naoki Horie

Principal

Jang Hyeokjin

Principal, Investment Group

Shohei Ichimiya

Partner, US Office

Sho Ikeda

Partner, Indonesia Office Representative

Nozomu Ikuta

Principal

Kotona Inaida

Director

Tomoaki Ishikure

Investment Group Partner

Yuki Ito

Director

Yoshinari Ito

Venture Partner

Hiroyuki Izumi

Partner

Ken Kajii

General Partner, Investment Group

Daisuke Kashiro

Partner, Investment Group

Takashi Kato

Partner, San Francisco Office Representative

Kirin Kato

Principal

Masaya Kawakami

Principal, Investment Group

Hiroyuki Kawamoto

Principal

Ko Kawaragi

Director

Maiko Kayata

Principal

ByeongJin Kim

Principal

Riichiro Kimura

Director, Investment Group

Issei Kokubu

Principal, Investment Group

Yoshiomi Kubota

Principal

Jinya Kurita

Director, Investment Group

KyungHun Lee

Partner, South Korea Office Representative

YingQi Liang(Joy)

Principal

Chukaku Lin

Director

Atsushi Matsuda

Venture Partner

Akira Matsumoto

Principal

Yuki Matsuo

Director

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director, Investment Group

Ai Minamizaki

Principal, Investment Group

Shigeru Mitarai

Director

Shuhei Mori

Principal

Seiichiro Mukai

Director

Satoko Murata

Principal, Investment Group

Kohtaro Nagawa

Director, Investment Group

Tasuke Nakagawa

Partner, M&A

Mitsutaka Nakao Ph.D

Principal, Investment Group

Shien Nakayama

Director

Yuya Namiki

Director

Ying Jian Ng

Director, Investment Group

Daisuke Nishida

General Partner

Yukari Nishiyama

Director, Investment Group

Akiko Noguchi

Director

Rina Obi

Investment Group Director, Berlin Office

Sho Ohtani

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsui Okada

Director, Investments Group

Mayu Okamoto

Director

Akane Okuyama

Director

Shingo Otaki

Partner, Investment Group

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

Chisa Shinsakaue

Director

Divyansh Singh

Principal

Hiroto Sorita

Director, Investment Group

Sachiko Sugiura

Director

Yusuke Suzuki

Partner

Kazumo Tachibana

Director

Mana Takabayashi

Director, Investment Group

Hiroki Takai

Director, Investment Group London Office

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, Investment Groups

Kazunor Yamaguchi

Partner

Kazunori Yamaguchi

Partner, Investment Group

Ryozo Yamamoto

Partner, Investment Group

Michiko Yamazaki MD

Principal, Investment Group

Isao Yasuda

Senior Partner

Takuro Yoda

Principal, Investment Group

Sayaka Yoshino

Director

Miku Yoshio

Partner, Investment Group

Yasuhiko Yurimoto

Founder, Owner, CEO and General Partner

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director, Investment Group

Takuya Hosomura

Partner

Past deals in Software

Bloomo Securities

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

Cellid

Venture Round in 2025
Cellid is a developer of hardware and software products focused on augmented reality technology. The company specializes in display modules, particularly waveguides, and spatial recognition engines designed for AR glasses. Its offerings include a range of products such as micro projectors, model builders, and position finders. These innovations enable users to interact with and recognize data related to human movement and environmental context, enhancing the overall augmented reality experience. Cellid aims to advance the capabilities of AR technology through its proprietary optical simulation and spatial recognition technologies.

hacomono

Series D in 2025
Hacomono is a comprehensive member management platform designed for fitness clubs, indoor golf facilities, 24-hour gyms, and other subscription-based businesses. The cloud-based software facilitates various operational aspects, including membership management, reservations, payments, and inventory oversight. It also offers features for school management and client communication, enhancing customer interaction and service. Hacomono's platform efficiently automates processes such as registration, admission, and client check-in, allowing businesses to streamline their operations while ensuring a high level of security. The solution has been adopted by prominent industry players, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

HQ

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

Amptalk

Series A in 2024
Amptalk is a software development firm focused on enhancing business negotiations through technology. The company has developed an online platform that automates the transcription and analysis of online negotiations. This platform not only captures conversation-centric data but also inputs it automatically, facilitating better insights for businesses. Additionally, Amptalk's tools support the coaching of sales teams, ultimately aimed at improving overall performance in sales negotiations. Through its innovative solutions, Amptalk seeks to streamline the negotiation process and provide valuable analytics to businesses.

Best Beer Japan

Seed Round in 2024
Best Beer Japan, founded in 2018, specializes in developing a comprehensive platform aimed at enhancing the distribution of craft beer. The company's offerings include a barrel management system tailored for breweries, barrel-sharing services, and a commercial ordering system designed specifically for brewery sales. This platform enables businesses to streamline operations by saving time and reducing costs associated with orders from restaurants and retail stores. Additionally, it facilitates efficient inventory management for breweries, making it easier for them to navigate the complexities of beer distribution.

Zenno Astronautics

Seed Round in 2024
Zenno Astronautics Limited is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in the development and manufacture of propulsion systems and software for small satellites and space exploration. Established in 2017 and located in Auckland, the company offers innovative products, including its Drive system, which serves as an orbital simulator for mission licensing and management of satellite propulsion. Zenno Astronautics focuses on advanced superconducting technologies to meet the demanding positioning requirements of satellites, ensuring efficient repositioning in orbit to enhance commercial value. Its products are designed to make space exploration more sustainable and economically viable, thereby contributing to the overall advancement of the space industry.

Tacoms

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

Smart Bank

Series B in 2024
Smart Bank is a software company that specializes in money spending management through its innovative application. The firm has created a user-friendly expense management platform that aims to empower individuals to spend, save, and enhance their financial well-being. Smart Bank offers a prepaid card that helps users avoid overspending, paired with an application that provides a clear overview of their balance and spending habits. This combination of tools enables users to effectively manage their expenses and make informed financial decisions.

QunaSys

Series B in 2024
QunaSys is a company focused on advancing the practical application of quantum technology through the development of algorithm and application software. Established to harness the potential of quantum physics, QunaSys aims to illuminate the underlying quantum phenomena that influence various technologies, from semiconductors to medical imaging. Their platform enables the simulation of quantum mechanical behaviors, allowing researchers to effectively execute quantum chemistry calculations on both quantum computers and simulators. By bridging the gap between theoretical quantum physics and real-world applications, QunaSys seeks to facilitate innovations that were previously unattainable with conventional technologies, thereby contributing to the evolution of quantum computing and its related fields.

estie

Series B in 2024
Estie, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in digital transformation within the commercial real estate sector, offering a software as a service (SaaS) platform that enhances the flow of information and transactions. Estie provides a range of services, including market research and algorithms for rent estimation, which help clients make informed, data-driven decisions. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Estie aims to unlock the value of the commercial real estate industry, facilitating a more efficient and effective decision-making process for its users.

Rutilea

Series D in 2024
Rutilea is an IT company focused on addressing social issues through open-source solutions. It has developed a zero-code task recognition system that enhances efficiency, quality, and safety in various business environments. Utilizing multimodal artificial intelligence, Rutilea's system accurately identifies tasks, facilitating data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency. This innovation enables factories and stores to automate their operations, thereby improving overall productivity. Through its commitment to advancing the concept of "AI teaching AI," Rutilea aims to redefine automation and streamline processes across industries.

Pragtech

Seed Round in 2024
Pragtech is a company that specializes in developing and operating innovative parking lot service software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of parking operations. Its software solution includes payment kiosk terminals, advanced cameras for ticketless payment and vehicle detection, as well as an online dashboard for real-time management. By leveraging this technology, Pragtech helps clients optimize the usage of their parking lots while significantly reducing payment congestion and overall operational costs. The company's focus on streamlining parking processes positions it as a key player in the parking management industry.

Sagri

Series A in 2024
Sagri, Inc. is a company based in Tamba, Japan, that specializes in developing agriculture software for experienced farmers. Founded in 2016, Sagri focuses on creating a data platform that addresses agricultural challenges through the use of satellite data and machine learning. This innovative platform enables users to analyze the status of agricultural land in their regions, collaborating with local governments and financial institutions. By providing digital mapping of abandoned cultivated land, Sagri aids agricultural committees in reducing the burden of land investigations and enhancing overall agricultural management.

Vizcab

Series A in 2024
Vizcab is a company based in Lyon, France, specializing in the development of software solutions aimed at addressing low-carbon challenges in the construction industry. It offers a data-driven platform that facilitates the design of low-carbon buildings by enabling users to import 3D models from digital mock-ups and create a comprehensive database of architectural and technical alternatives. The platform employs data visualization techniques to explore design options, fostering creativity and informed decision-making among designers and builders. In addition to its software offerings, Vizcab provides consultancy services and conducts research projects with leading industrialists and designers, focusing on environmental assessment, energy efficiency, and the integration of big data into building practices.

Lisse

Series C in 2024
Lisse, established in 2018 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and providing automatic contract review solutions. The company offers a 24-hour contract checking service, LeCHECK, which employs AI to support contract checking and creation. Additionally, Lisse provides LeTRANSLATE, a real-time, high-quality machine translation tool for English contracts. By combining legal expertise with technology, Lisse aims to enhance corporate legal affairs, mitigate transaction risks, and foster a dispute-free society.

Rutilea

Series C in 2023
Rutilea is an IT company focused on addressing social issues through open-source solutions. It has developed a zero-code task recognition system that enhances efficiency, quality, and safety in various business environments. Utilizing multimodal artificial intelligence, Rutilea's system accurately identifies tasks, facilitating data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency. This innovation enables factories and stores to automate their operations, thereby improving overall productivity. Through its commitment to advancing the concept of "AI teaching AI," Rutilea aims to redefine automation and streamline processes across industries.

Allganize

Series B in 2023
Allganize, Inc. is an enterprise workplace automation company that specializes in AI-driven knowledge management software. Founded in July 2017 and based in Pleasanton, California, Allganize provides a natural language understanding API and conversational AI solutions designed to enhance workflow automation for businesses. The company's platform employs advanced deep learning technology to facilitate cognitive search, sentiment analysis, and keyword extraction, allowing organizations to gain insights into team activities and overarching work patterns. By enabling medium and large enterprises to harness AI capabilities, Allganize helps optimize customer engagement and extract value from unstructured data, ultimately enhancing business operations and customer experiences.

Rutilea

Series C in 2023
Rutilea is an IT company focused on addressing social issues through open-source solutions. It has developed a zero-code task recognition system that enhances efficiency, quality, and safety in various business environments. Utilizing multimodal artificial intelligence, Rutilea's system accurately identifies tasks, facilitating data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency. This innovation enables factories and stores to automate their operations, thereby improving overall productivity. Through its commitment to advancing the concept of "AI teaching AI," Rutilea aims to redefine automation and streamline processes across industries.

Josys

Series B in 2023
Josys is a provider of integrated management services for IT devices and software-as-a-service (SaaS), focused on automating traditional corporate IT operations. The company's platform simplifies IT management by offering tools for real-time monitoring and reporting of application usage, insights into license consumption trends, and user engagement metrics. It also automates employee onboarding and offboarding processes while monitoring for access violations and security risks, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and security for organizations. By reducing costs associated with enterprise software and streamlining IT operations, Josys supports businesses in effectively managing their SaaS environments and improving overall performance.

ChromaCode

Series D in 2023
ChromaCode Inc., established in 2012 and based in Carlsbad, California, specializes in molecular diagnostics. The company develops innovative testing solutions for infectious diseases, cancer, and non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) using technology licensed from Caltech. ChromaCode's core products are software, reagents, and assays that enhance the multiplexing capabilities of quantitative PCR (qPCR) instruments by fivefold. Additionally, they offer molecular assays and software for various applications such as personalized medicine and pharmaceutical research. One of their notable products is the HDPCR Tick-Borne Pathogen Panel, a multiplex PCR test detecting common tick-borne pathogens in a single assay. ChromaCode's technology focuses on improving signal processing from life science instrumentation, enabling cost-effective testing of multiple targets simultaneously while integrating into existing laboratory workflows.

Pionix

Seed Round in 2023
Pionix is a technology company that develops EVerest, an open-source software platform designed for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The platform aims to standardize and simplify EV charging infrastructure by providing a comprehensive, user-friendly solution that can be extended by the open-source community and utilized by various commercial parties. Pionix offers integration services, software updates, cloud operations, and productivity & security enhancements as subscription-based services to support the EVerest ecosystem.

Bloomo Securities

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

Cierpa & Company

Venture Round in 2023
Cierpa & Company specializes in developing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) management software aimed at enhancing corporate sustainability practices. The company’s software solutions centralize ESG information in the cloud, facilitating seamless communication across departments. By optimizing workflows, the platform enables organizations to efficiently collect, analyze, and disclose ESG data. Cierpa & Company's technology is designed to help businesses assess and improve their sustainability scores, thereby promoting a more effective approach to ESG management.

Cellid

Series B in 2022
Cellid is a developer of hardware and software products focused on augmented reality technology. The company specializes in display modules, particularly waveguides, and spatial recognition engines designed for AR glasses. Its offerings include a range of products such as micro projectors, model builders, and position finders. These innovations enable users to interact with and recognize data related to human movement and environmental context, enhancing the overall augmented reality experience. Cellid aims to advance the capabilities of AR technology through its proprietary optical simulation and spatial recognition technologies.

Sibros

Venture Round in 2022
Sibros is a technology company that specializes in software-defined vehicle management through its Deep Connected Platform™. This platform integrates real-time data collection, software configuration management, remote updates, and diagnostic commands, all while adhering to stringent automotive safety, security, and data privacy standards. Sibros's solutions are versatile and can be implemented across various vehicle architectures, including legacy gas and diesel engines, next-generation battery electric vehicles, fuel cells, motorcycles, buses, commercial trucks, and heavy machinery. By leveraging advanced technology developed in Silicon Valley, Sibros empowers original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to enhance customer experiences, reduce costs, and explore new revenue opportunities throughout the entire mobility product life cycle. The company's software manages a vehicle's complete software inventory and configurations, facilitating the delivery of connected vehicle services and personalized mobility solutions at scale.

BackTech

Series C in 2022
BackTech Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in developing health management solutions tailored to improve workplace well-being. The company's flagship product, Pocket Therapist, is designed to measure and address shoulder stiffness and back pain, aiming to reduce medical expenses and enhance productivity. BackTech provides comprehensive support for organizations, focusing on visualizing productivity and offering solutions to common health issues among working individuals.

Eclypsium

Series B in 2022
Eclypsium, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Portland, Oregon, established in 2017. It specializes in developing a cloud-based device security platform designed to protect the firmware and hardware layers of organizational infrastructure, including laptops, servers, and networking equipment. The platform enables security teams to gain insights into vulnerabilities below the operating system, allowing them to implement essential security controls effectively. Additionally, Eclypsium focuses on digital supply chain security, ensuring the integrity of critical software, firmware, and hardware. By addressing risks associated with complex technology supply chains, Eclypsium supports enterprises and government agencies in safeguarding their infrastructure against threats originating from unprotected components.

Josys

Series A in 2022
Josys is a provider of integrated management services for IT devices and software-as-a-service (SaaS), focused on automating traditional corporate IT operations. The company's platform simplifies IT management by offering tools for real-time monitoring and reporting of application usage, insights into license consumption trends, and user engagement metrics. It also automates employee onboarding and offboarding processes while monitoring for access violations and security risks, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and security for organizations. By reducing costs associated with enterprise software and streamlining IT operations, Josys supports businesses in effectively managing their SaaS environments and improving overall performance.

Tailor

Seed Round in 2022
Tailor is a company that specializes in providing a headless ERP platform, allowing businesses to create customized enterprise resource planning systems without the need for extensive coding. The platform supports low-code development, empowering enterprises to build bespoke business systems that cater to their specific needs. In addition to its technology offerings, Tailor also provides consulting services and development resources aimed at facilitating digital transformation for organizations. This approach helps businesses meet their unique security and scalability requirements while promoting in-house development capabilities.

Smart Bank

Series A in 2022
Smart Bank is a software company that specializes in money spending management through its innovative application. The firm has created a user-friendly expense management platform that aims to empower individuals to spend, save, and enhance their financial well-being. Smart Bank offers a prepaid card that helps users avoid overspending, paired with an application that provides a clear overview of their balance and spending habits. This combination of tools enables users to effectively manage their expenses and make informed financial decisions.

HataLuck and Person

Series C in 2022
HataLuck is a consulting firm that specializes in HR technology deployment and fintech development services. The company has developed a store management platform aimed at addressing challenges within the service industries. By leveraging machine learning technology, HataLuck's platform enhances productivity for managers, employees, and part-time workers in sectors such as restaurants and retail. It achieves this by seamlessly connecting and analyzing data, which allows retail establishments to improve both customer experience and employee satisfaction. Through its innovative solutions, HataLuck seeks to optimize operational efficiency and elevate service quality in the retail landscape.

Unbereal

Series C in 2022
Unbereal Inc. is a Japanese company founded on May 7, 2012, that focuses on the development and operation of a virtual karaoke distribution platform known as Topia. The platform allows users to engage in karaoke while also offering features for creating shooting battle games and action games. Unbereal's application enables users to design customizable three-dimensional avatars, enhancing the interactive experience of both karaoke and gaming. Through its innovative approach, Unbereal merges augmented reality and virtual reality elements, catering to a diverse audience looking for engaging entertainment options.

QunaSys

Series B in 2022
QunaSys is a company focused on advancing the practical application of quantum technology through the development of algorithm and application software. Established to harness the potential of quantum physics, QunaSys aims to illuminate the underlying quantum phenomena that influence various technologies, from semiconductors to medical imaging. Their platform enables the simulation of quantum mechanical behaviors, allowing researchers to effectively execute quantum chemistry calculations on both quantum computers and simulators. By bridging the gap between theoretical quantum physics and real-world applications, QunaSys seeks to facilitate innovations that were previously unattainable with conventional technologies, thereby contributing to the evolution of quantum computing and its related fields.

estie

Series A in 2022
Estie, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in digital transformation within the commercial real estate sector, offering a software as a service (SaaS) platform that enhances the flow of information and transactions. Estie provides a range of services, including market research and algorithms for rent estimation, which help clients make informed, data-driven decisions. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Estie aims to unlock the value of the commercial real estate industry, facilitating a more efficient and effective decision-making process for its users.

Cinamon

Venture Round in 2022
Cinamon provides a visual story platform designed for casual games. In 2018, the company began as a joint venture with Naver Webtoon. Since our first project, an interactive stories app called "Maybe," the company has continued to broaden its scope in the field of visual storytelling. The company is currently working on two projects: a 2D and a 3D UGC story platform.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2021
Manebi Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in career development support. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance online recruitment and education, providing various services such as web interviews, e-learning, and online assessments. With a focus on the dispatch industry, Manebi enables educational institutions and companies to streamline their recruitment and training processes. Its offerings include cloud certification and video learning, aimed at facilitating human transformation and professional growth.

Lisse

Venture Round in 2021
Lisse, established in 2018 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and providing automatic contract review solutions. The company offers a 24-hour contract checking service, LeCHECK, which employs AI to support contract checking and creation. Additionally, Lisse provides LeTRANSLATE, a real-time, high-quality machine translation tool for English contracts. By combining legal expertise with technology, Lisse aims to enhance corporate legal affairs, mitigate transaction risks, and foster a dispute-free society.

Smart Bank

Seed Round in 2021
Smart Bank is a software company that specializes in money spending management through its innovative application. The firm has created a user-friendly expense management platform that aims to empower individuals to spend, save, and enhance their financial well-being. Smart Bank offers a prepaid card that helps users avoid overspending, paired with an application that provides a clear overview of their balance and spending habits. This combination of tools enables users to effectively manage their expenses and make informed financial decisions.

WhereIsMyTransport

Series A in 2021
WhereIsMyTransport Ltd is an urban transportation technology company based in London, United Kingdom, with a presence in Cape Town, South Africa. The company specializes in providing comprehensive public transport data for emerging-market megacities, focusing on regions in Africa, Latin America, Southeast Europe, and South and Southeast Asia. By digitalizing network information from various modes of public transport, WhereIsMyTransport ensures data accuracy amidst the dynamic changes of these systems. Their platform offers a data collection framework for mapping both formal and informal transport networks, equipping businesses, municipalities, and citizens with essential information to enhance infrastructure and navigate urban environments effectively. Through its innovative products and data services, WhereIsMyTransport aims to improve the public transport experience for users and support industry stakeholders in their operational needs.

Allganize

Series A in 2021
Allganize, Inc. is an enterprise workplace automation company that specializes in AI-driven knowledge management software. Founded in July 2017 and based in Pleasanton, California, Allganize provides a natural language understanding API and conversational AI solutions designed to enhance workflow automation for businesses. The company's platform employs advanced deep learning technology to facilitate cognitive search, sentiment analysis, and keyword extraction, allowing organizations to gain insights into team activities and overarching work patterns. By enabling medium and large enterprises to harness AI capabilities, Allganize helps optimize customer engagement and extract value from unstructured data, ultimately enhancing business operations and customer experiences.

Swift Navigation

Series C in 2021
Swift Navigation, Inc. is a technology company specializing in high-precision global positioning system (GPS) and global navigation satellite system (GNSS) solutions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Melbourne, Australia, the company aims to make accurate positioning technology more accessible and affordable. Swift Navigation offers a range of products, including the Piksi Multi GNSS Module and the ruggedized Duro Receiver, both providing centimeter-level accuracy through real-time kinematics (RTK) technology. Their offerings also include the Skylark cloud corrections service and the Starling GNSS positioning engine, which cater to various sectors such as automotive, agriculture, robotics, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The company is recognized for defining a new category of low-cost, high-accuracy GNSS systems, delivering significantly better performance than conventional GPS systems. Swift Navigation's innovative solutions have been acknowledged by prestigious lists, reflecting its role in transforming industries through automation and enhanced navigation capabilities.

Fuller

Venture Round in 2021
Fuller, Inc. is a Japanese software development company established in 2011, specializing in mobile applications and data analytics services. Based in Kashiwa-shi, it offers a range of products including App Ape Analytics and App Ape Console, which provide app developers with tools for market research and performance analysis. Additionally, Fuller develops applications that cater to diverse needs, such as Joren, which transforms websites into native apps for iOS and Android, and various battery-saving apps like Mr. Mobile and PASTEL. The company also creates lifestyle applications, including Smahospital, aimed at monitoring smartphone usage, and gaming apps such as 2048 Puzzle and Ojisan. Fuller's suite of services is designed to enhance the digital promotion and business growth of mobile companies through detailed analytics and market insights.

Koska

Series A in 2020
Koska Corporation, founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and operating an online dashboard named GenKan. This platform facilitates the acquisition of real-time data and provides accurate cost accounting and analysis. The company focuses on automating cost calculations within Internet of Things (IoT) systems, ensuring precision and efficiency in financial assessments.

Synamon

Series B in 2020
Synamon Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Shinagawa, Japan, specializes in the development and management of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) products. The company's flagship solution is NEUTRANS, a VR space construction tool that enables users to create and optimize virtual environments for various applications. Synamon offers services including VR/AR development, consulting, and the creation of 3D models for VR/AR content. Their technology facilitates remote collaboration by allowing multiple users to interact within the same VR space, share materials, and make decisions as if they were together in person. Additionally, Synamon provides comprehensive consulting services from planning through to delivery, continuously improving their systems based on user feedback to enhance the VR experience.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2020
Manebi Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in career development support. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance online recruitment and education, providing various services such as web interviews, e-learning, and online assessments. With a focus on the dispatch industry, Manebi enables educational institutions and companies to streamline their recruitment and training processes. Its offerings include cloud certification and video learning, aimed at facilitating human transformation and professional growth.

Agri Info Design

Venture Round in 2020
Agri Info Design Ltd., established in 2014 and based in Obihiro, Japan, specializes in developing innovative agricultural technology solutions. The company offers a suite of applications, such as AgrIBus-NAVI, AgrIBus-G+, and AgriBus-GMini, designed to enhance farming efficiency through GPS-based tractor navigation systems for accurate fertilizer and pesticide application. Additionally, they manufacture and sell aftermarket agricultural equipment.

Backpackr

Series C in 2020
Backpackr Inc. is a software development company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in mobile applications for Apple devices. Founded in 2012, the company offers a diverse portfolio of applications designed to enhance user experience and functionality. Its products include Good Sleep, which aids users in achieving restful sleep; Quick Search, a tool for efficient information retrieval; Quick Message + for seamless communication; Quick Dial + for simplified calling; Smart Photo Organizer for managing digital photos and videos; Star Wallpapers for personalized wallpaper creation; and Ringtones Plus+ for customizing ringtones. In addition to its application development, Backpackr operates an online app store that allows users to purchase a variety of smartphone applications.

BizteX

Series C in 2020
BizteX, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing cloud-based robotic process automation (RPA) solutions. The company offers its flagship service, BizteX Cobit, which utilizes artificial intelligence to automate routine tasks, allowing businesses to streamline operations and improve efficiency. By providing a digital robot that can perform repetitive functions with minimal human intervention, BizteX aims to enhance productivity and creativity within organizations. The software is designed to be user-friendly, enabling automation through a web browser, thus allowing businesses to focus their resources on more strategic activities.

QunaSys

Series A in 2019
QunaSys is a company focused on advancing the practical application of quantum technology through the development of algorithm and application software. Established to harness the potential of quantum physics, QunaSys aims to illuminate the underlying quantum phenomena that influence various technologies, from semiconductors to medical imaging. Their platform enables the simulation of quantum mechanical behaviors, allowing researchers to effectively execute quantum chemistry calculations on both quantum computers and simulators. By bridging the gap between theoretical quantum physics and real-world applications, QunaSys seeks to facilitate innovations that were previously unattainable with conventional technologies, thereby contributing to the evolution of quantum computing and its related fields.

Autify

Seed Round in 2019
Autify, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software testing automation. Its primary offering, Autify No Code, allows users to create automated end-to-end tests for applications without the need for extensive coding knowledge. The platform monitors user interface changes and automatically updates affected test scenarios with each software release. Additionally, Autify has introduced a product named Zenes, which leverages AI to facilitate the creation of new software tests by enabling users to interact directly with an AI agent that generates tests based on product documentation. The platform includes features such as cross-browser testing, email testing, local replay, service integration, and parallel execution, all designed to enhance the productivity and accuracy of quality assurance teams.

LinkWiz

Series B in 2019
LinkWiz, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Hamamatsu-shi, Japan, specializes in developing and selling software for intelligent robot systems. The company's primary products include L-ROBOT, a control solution for robots performing tasks such as welding and coating, and L-QUALIFY, an inspection software for production lines. These solutions have been adopted by major companies, including auto manufacturers. Additionally, LinkWiz offers technical consulting services to support its clients in implementing these advanced robotics technologies.

Taskey

Venture Round in 2019
Taskey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing software for novelists and illustrators to create stories. The company aims to foster a community for smartphone novelists, expanding the creation and sharing of literary works globally. Through its innovative platform, Taskey provides tools and resources that facilitate the storytelling process, catering to the needs of both emerging and established writers in the digital age.

Allganize

Series A in 2019
Allganize, Inc. is an enterprise workplace automation company that specializes in AI-driven knowledge management software. Founded in July 2017 and based in Pleasanton, California, Allganize provides a natural language understanding API and conversational AI solutions designed to enhance workflow automation for businesses. The company's platform employs advanced deep learning technology to facilitate cognitive search, sentiment analysis, and keyword extraction, allowing organizations to gain insights into team activities and overarching work patterns. By enabling medium and large enterprises to harness AI capabilities, Allganize helps optimize customer engagement and extract value from unstructured data, ultimately enhancing business operations and customer experiences.

Synamon

Series A in 2019
Synamon Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Shinagawa, Japan, specializes in the development and management of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) products. The company's flagship solution is NEUTRANS, a VR space construction tool that enables users to create and optimize virtual environments for various applications. Synamon offers services including VR/AR development, consulting, and the creation of 3D models for VR/AR content. Their technology facilitates remote collaboration by allowing multiple users to interact within the same VR space, share materials, and make decisions as if they were together in person. Additionally, Synamon provides comprehensive consulting services from planning through to delivery, continuously improving their systems based on user feedback to enhance the VR experience.

KidsDiary

Venture Round in 2019
KidsDiary, Inc. develops daycare management software designed to streamline operations in nursery facilities. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company’s application supports children’s learning while also offering features such as attendance management, automatic calculation of extended hours, bus service management, and communication solutions for parents and teachers. By simplifying daily operations and reducing paperwork, KidsDiary enhances staff efficiency and enables better visualization and analysis of daily activities in childcare settings.

Sonas

Series A in 2018
Sonas Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the planning, design, manufacturing, and sale of innovative hardware and software solutions for sensing and measurement. The company is developing its UNISONet technology, which aims to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) by providing high-quality wireless sensing capabilities. This technology addresses traditional challenges in IoT communications by utilizing advanced features such as power-saving mechanisms, high-speed data acquisition, low-latency bidirectional communication, and robust retransmission controls to prevent data loss. Sonas's solutions enable the sensing of various parameters, from small-scale measurements like temperature and humidity to larger-scale data such as acceleration and images, thereby positioning the company as a key player in the evolving IoT landscape.

Backpackr

Series B in 2018
Backpackr Inc. is a software development company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in mobile applications for Apple devices. Founded in 2012, the company offers a diverse portfolio of applications designed to enhance user experience and functionality. Its products include Good Sleep, which aids users in achieving restful sleep; Quick Search, a tool for efficient information retrieval; Quick Message + for seamless communication; Quick Dial + for simplified calling; Smart Photo Organizer for managing digital photos and videos; Star Wallpapers for personalized wallpaper creation; and Ringtones Plus+ for customizing ringtones. In addition to its application development, Backpackr operates an online app store that allows users to purchase a variety of smartphone applications.

Azit

Venture Round in 2018
Azit Inc. is a Tokyo-based software application developer, founded in 2013, that focuses on enhancing mobility solutions. The company has created CREW, a car-sharing application that enables users to summon nearby vehicles using their smartphones. This innovative platform aims to improve transportation efficiency for individuals in Japan. In addition to CREW, Azit also offers Tribu, a people-to-people sampling platform, further diversifying its product offerings. Through these applications, Azit seeks to address the growing demand for flexible mobility options in urban environments.

Undo

Series B in 2018
Undo Ltd. is a software company specializing in debugging tools aimed at enhancing developer productivity and software quality. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, with an additional office in San Francisco, California, Undo is renowned for its innovative time travel debugging technology. This technology allows developers to review and replay the execution of software, providing them with the ability to identify and fix programming errors efficiently. Key products include LiveRecorder, which integrates seamlessly into continuous integration workflows for C/C++, Go, and Java, and UndoDB, an interactive reversible debugger designed for use with Linux and Android. Undo's solutions are employed by various sectors, including data management, networking, and electronic design automation, with notable clients comprising leading technology firms that leverage these tools to improve their development processes and software reliability.

Allganize

Seed Round in 2017
Allganize, Inc. is an enterprise workplace automation company that specializes in AI-driven knowledge management software. Founded in July 2017 and based in Pleasanton, California, Allganize provides a natural language understanding API and conversational AI solutions designed to enhance workflow automation for businesses. The company's platform employs advanced deep learning technology to facilitate cognitive search, sentiment analysis, and keyword extraction, allowing organizations to gain insights into team activities and overarching work patterns. By enabling medium and large enterprises to harness AI capabilities, Allganize helps optimize customer engagement and extract value from unstructured data, ultimately enhancing business operations and customer experiences.

Hacosco

Venture Round in 2017
Hacosco Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development, planning, sales, and management of virtual reality (VR) services. The company provides accessible VR experiences through its innovative smartphone VR service, which utilizes a simple viewer compatible with smartphones. This approach allows users to engage with virtual reality without the need for expensive head-mounted displays or complex equipment, making VR technology more available to the general public. Hacosco's product offerings include VR goggles and 360-degree cameras, designed to enhance the user experience in the growing field of virtual reality.

LOGIC

Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing applications for the medical and healthcare industries, notably its Care-wing application, which facilitates the management of visiting nursing care services. This system is designed to streamline the care record process, allowing caregivers to automatically generate records using their smartphones. LOGIC also provides valuable resources such as informative content and seminars for care providers. Committed to ensuring the security of personal information, LOGIC has obtained the Privacy Mark and continuously works to enhance its information security measures.

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.

LOGIC

Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing applications for the medical and healthcare industries, notably its Care-wing application, which facilitates the management of visiting nursing care services. This system is designed to streamline the care record process, allowing caregivers to automatically generate records using their smartphones. LOGIC also provides valuable resources such as informative content and seminars for care providers. Committed to ensuring the security of personal information, LOGIC has obtained the Privacy Mark and continuously works to enhance its information security measures.

Itandi

Series B in 2017
ITANDI, Inc. is an IT company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in real estate management and consulting services. Founded in 2012, it operates an online platform that includes Heyazine, a portal designed to provide real-time information on rental property prices. Additionally, ITANDI offers REcS, a subscription-based software-as-a-service system that streamlines real estate management processes. The company focuses on digitalizing real estate distribution and provides services related to artificial intelligence and big data analysis, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients within the real estate sector. As of November 2018, ITANDI operates as a subsidiary of GA Technologies Co., Ltd.

XSHELL

Seed Round in 2016
Xshell Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development of Internet of Things (IoT) software and hardware. The company focuses on creating solutions that integrate various components of IoT, including networking, computing, enclosures, and software. Xshell possesses the expertise necessary to connect devices to the Internet, facilitating data accumulation and feedback mechanisms. By leveraging its comprehensive skill set, Xshell aims to advance the capabilities of IoT technologies.

LivingStyle

Series A in 2016
LivingStyle, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in interior layout simulation services. The company operates a platform that utilizes web-based 3D technologies to assist clients in the interior design industry. By empowering users to visualize different floor plan arrangements, LivingStyle enables customers to make informed decisions about interior coordination and furniture selection based on specific room sizes. Through its innovative application platform, LivingStyle enhances the process of interior design, facilitating a user-friendly experience for both individuals and professionals in the field.

Hacosco

Venture Round in 2016
Hacosco Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development, planning, sales, and management of virtual reality (VR) services. The company provides accessible VR experiences through its innovative smartphone VR service, which utilizes a simple viewer compatible with smartphones. This approach allows users to engage with virtual reality without the need for expensive head-mounted displays or complex equipment, making VR technology more available to the general public. Hacosco's product offerings include VR goggles and 360-degree cameras, designed to enhance the user experience in the growing field of virtual reality.

PatSnap

Series B in 2015
PatSnap is an innovation intelligence platform established in 2007 and based in Singapore. It provides artificial intelligence-driven insights aimed at empowering innovators to make informed decisions throughout the product development lifecycle. Serving over 10,000 customers across more than 50 countries, PatSnap specializes in delivering comprehensive market, technology, and competitive intelligence, alongside patent analysis. Its platform facilitates the identification of new opportunities, assessment of risks, and tracking of competitors, thereby supporting informed R&D decisions and enhancing the commercialization of products.

XSHELL

Seed Round in 2015
Xshell Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development of Internet of Things (IoT) software and hardware. The company focuses on creating solutions that integrate various components of IoT, including networking, computing, enclosures, and software. Xshell possesses the expertise necessary to connect devices to the Internet, facilitating data accumulation and feedback mechanisms. By leveraging its comprehensive skill set, Xshell aims to advance the capabilities of IoT technologies.

ARCSTONE

Seed Round in 2015
Arcstone Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based company that specializes in developing and marketing manufacturing software solutions. Founded in 2013, it offers a comprehensive platform known as the Arcstone Operations Platform (arc.ops), which integrates various data streams from IoT sensors, machines, ERPs, and workstation tablets. This platform enables manufacturers to monitor, track, visualize, and control production operations, facilitating both automated and manual processes in manufacturing, machine maintenance, and warehousing. By operationalizing data, Arcstone empowers facility managers to enhance visibility and control, leading to significant cost reductions and quality improvements across the manufacturing supply chain. The company also has a presence in India, Vietnam, and Indonesia, highlighting its regional commitment to optimizing operational efficiency.

Awair

Seed Round in 2015
Awair is a company focused on enhancing indoor air quality for users in various environments, including homes, schools, and workplaces. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Seoul, South Korea, Awair develops advanced indoor air monitoring devices that track multiple air quality factors. These devices measure temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and dust, providing users with actionable insights to improve air quality. By offering intuitive technology and a user-friendly software platform, Awair empowers individuals to create safer indoor spaces, ultimately promoting better health and well-being.

Monohm

Seed Round in 2015
Monohm Inc. is a Berkeley, California-based company focused on designing and developing heirloom electronics that foster a more civilized relationship with digital life. The company’s flagship product, Runcible, serves as a personal electronic device tailored for the post-smartphone era. Additionally, Monohm offers Positron, an HTML framework that enables the creation of view-based web applications, and Sensible, a standards-based approach for implementing command and control interfaces across various devices. Through its innovative products, Monohm aims to create a series of essential devices that seamlessly integrate form, function, and technology.

3rdKind

Venture Round in 2014
3rdKind Inc. is a Tokyo-based smartphone game publisher established in 2011. The company specializes in assisting overseas game developers with marketing, localization, and cultural adaptation to effectively penetrate the Japanese market. Its services encompass a range of support functions, including publicity, sales forecasting, and promotional activities, ensuring that games are tailored and marketed appropriately for local audiences. 3rdKind collaborates with partners such as the mobile operator KDDI to distribute games across major Japanese app stores, including App Store and Google Play. By providing comprehensive digital marketing services, 3rdKind aims to facilitate the successful launch and distribution of mobile gaming applications, helping clients expand their business in Japan.

Mbite

Seed Round in 2014
Mbite Inc. is a prominent platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in the buying and selling of graphics and illustrations for the game industry. Founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Jung-Yong Kim, the company operates Rainbow.dot, a portal that allows game developers to choose from a diverse array of artwork, including characters, items, and backgrounds in both 2D and 3D formats. This service aims to streamline the creative process for developers by providing easy access to high-quality visual assets tailored for various game genres.

Shiroyagi

Seed Round in 2014
Shiroyagi Corporation, established in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, specializes in data-driven solutions. It offers Camelio, an automated news gathering tool based on user-defined keywords, and Camelio API, enabling personalized article recommendations for diverse user preferences. Additionally, White Goat Analytics facilitates data-informed decisions within organizations, while White Goat e-Learning aids in large-scale data acquisition and analysis using SQL. Shiroyagi also provides a Data Science Education Program to equip aspiring analysts with statistical and machine learning skills.

3rdKind

Venture Round in 2013
3rdKind Inc. is a Tokyo-based smartphone game publisher established in 2011. The company specializes in assisting overseas game developers with marketing, localization, and cultural adaptation to effectively penetrate the Japanese market. Its services encompass a range of support functions, including publicity, sales forecasting, and promotional activities, ensuring that games are tailored and marketed appropriately for local audiences. 3rdKind collaborates with partners such as the mobile operator KDDI to distribute games across major Japanese app stores, including App Store and Google Play. By providing comprehensive digital marketing services, 3rdKind aims to facilitate the successful launch and distribution of mobile gaming applications, helping clients expand their business in Japan.

Hunglead

Venture Round in 2011
Hunglead is a company that specializes in enhancing the efficiency of online retail operations through its innovative cloud-based solutions. The firm offers a centralized management system known as the Robot Series, which simplifies various complex tasks associated with running multiple online stores. This system supports improvements in key areas such as inventory management, product management, order management, customer management, and advertisement management. By streamlining these processes, Hunglead enables online retailers to operate more effectively and focus on growth.
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