Global Brain

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

Kaori Akiba

Director

Hidetaka Aoki

Investment Group Partner and Fellow Chief of Space Lab

Tatsunori Arai

Director

Megumi Asatsuma

Director

Anjani Bansal

Partner / India Office Representative

Brooke Beers

Partner

Takuji Chida

Director

Hogil Doh

General Partner

Thomas Duong

Principal

Brian Flucht

Partner / US Division Head

Hajime Furuya

Venture Partner

Kenji Hayashi

Principal

Shohei Hayashi

Partner

Harue Hayashi

Partner / Vice Chief Fund Management Officer

Jie He

Director China office Representative

Yosuke Hirai

Director

Joopyo Hong

Partner Investment Group

Naoki Horie

Principal

Jang Hyeokjin

Principal

Shohei Ichimiya

Partner / US Office

Nozomu Ikuta

Principal

Kotona Inaida

Director

Tomoaki Ishikure

Partner

Yoshinari Ito

Venture Partner

Yuki Ito

Director

Hiroyuki Izumi

Partner

Ken Kajii

General Partner

Naoki Kamimaeda

Partner and Europe Division Head

Daisuke Kashiro

General Partner

Kirin Kato

Principal

Takashi Kato

Partner, San Francisco Office Representative

Masaya Kawakami

Principal, Investment Group

Hiroyuki Kawamoto

Principal

Ko Kawaragi

Director

Maiko Kayata

Principal

ByeongJin Kim

Principal

Riichiro Kimura

Director / US NY Office

Kenta Kitsuka

General Partner

Issei Kokubu

Director

Yoshiomi Kubota

Principal

Jiro Kumakura

General Partner and Board Member

Jinya Kurita

Director

KyungHun Lee

Partner

YingQi Liang(Joy)

Principal

Chukaku Lin

Director

Atsushi Matsuda

Venture Partner

Tatsuya Matsumoto

Partner / Singapore Office Representative

Akira Matsumoto

Principal

Yuki Matsuo

Director

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director

Ai Minamizaki

Principal

Shigeru Mitarai

Director

Kazuhiko Miyama

General Partner

Shuhei Mori

Principal

Seiichiro Mukai

Director

Satoko Murata

Principal, Investment Group

Kohtaro Nagawa

Director

Mitsutaka Nakao

Principal, Investment Group

Shien Nakayama

Director

Yuya Namiki

Director

Ying Jian Ng

Director

Daisuke Nishida

General Partner

Yukari Nishiyama

Director, Investment Group

Akiko Noguchi

Director

Rina Obi

Investment Group Director, Berlin Office

Sho Ohtani

Principal

Tetsui Okada

Director

Mayu Okamoto

Director

Akane Okuyama

Director

Shingo Otaki

Partner

Rampalli Karthik

Principal

Naoki Sadakuni

Venture Partner

Enen Sai

Principal

Youichi Sakagawa

Director, Investment Group

Kazuki Sakuragawa

Partner / Editor in Chief

Masumi Sato

Principal

Naoki Sato

Principal, Investment Group

Tomoki Sekiguchi

Principal

Rie Shibata

Director

Takeru Shigemura

Director

Miku Shimamura

Principal

Masamune Shin

General Partner

Ayu Shinoyama

CFO and Board Member

Chisa Shinsakaue

Director

Divyansh Singh

Principal

Hiroto Sorita

Director

Sachiko Sugiura

Director

Yusuke Suzuki

Partner

Kazumo Tachibana

Director

Mana Takabayashi

Director

Hiroki Takai

Director

Toko Takao

Principal

Hideyuki Tanaka

Director

Marika Tazaki

Partner

Hirotaka Togashi

Director

Haruka Tsujii

Director

Atsushi Ueda Ph.D

Principal, Investment Group

Takuya Ukai

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsuya Urimoto

Director

Noriko Usui

Partner / Chief Fund Management Officer

Keita Washizu

Principal

Masao Yamada

Senior Partner

Kazunori Yamaguchi

Partner, Investment Group

Kazunor Yamaguchi

Partner

Ryozo Yamamoto

Partner

Michiko Yamazaki

Principal, Investment Group

Takuro Yoda

Principal, Investment Group

Sayaka Yoshino

Director

Miku Yoshio

Partner

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director

Takuya Hosomura

Partner

Sho Ikeda

Partner / Indonesia Office Representative

Past deals in Technology

IONATE

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

hacomono

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

Heading Health

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

Euphoria

Series D in 2023
Euphoria is a sports marketing company that specializes in providing IT solutions tailored to the sports industry. It has developed a sports data management platform that connects sports data with social issues, allowing for the comprehensive recording and management of information vital for athlete conditioning and training. This platform offers performance analysis that includes nutritional guidance and tracks injury status, thereby enabling coaches and managers to offer informed leadership and advice to athletes. Through its innovative approach, Euphoria aims to enhance the overall performance and well-being of athletes.

Nat

Corporate Round in 2023
Nat is a developer of advanced 3D scanning and AI surveying technology focused on the housing and construction markets. The company aims to transform everyday life and work by offering innovative products that integrate seamlessly into society. Its platform allows users to create accurate 3D models through simple scans, leveraging data analysis to uncover new value. This technology is particularly beneficial for the housing industry, where precision in surveys and blueprints is crucial, achieving measurement accuracy down to millimeters. Nat’s commitment to enhancing everyday experiences positions its solutions as essential tools in modern construction and housing-related activities.

kikitori

Seed Round in 2023
Kikitori is engaged in the development and management of applications and web platforms focused on agricultural product distribution, specifically fruits and vegetables. The company has created technology that streamlines various aspects of agricultural operations, including marketing, store management, and the automation of invoicing and sales notifications. By providing these comprehensive solutions, Kikitori aims to help businesses reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency within the agricultural sector.

Caelux

Series A in 2023
Caelux is a renewable energy company based in Pasadena, California, that specializes in developing perovskite-on-glass technology for the terrestrial solar industry. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on creating innovative solar power products that enhance power production and efficiency while minimizing the use of semiconducting materials. This approach not only improves the performance of solar devices but also reduces production costs. Caelux's technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing photovoltaic module manufacturing processes, enabling users to lower installed costs while achieving better energy output.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Post in 2023
Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of advanced phased array and digital fabrication technologies. The company’s flagship product is an ultrasonic phased array system that enables various innovative applications, such as generating force in mid-air, transporting objects without physical contact, and delivering targeted sounds to individuals in a crowd. Additionally, Pixie Dust Technologies creates devices like Sound Hug, which combines music with light and vibration, and Sonorepro, a hair care tool utilizing non-contact oscillating pressure stimulation. The company's offerings also include Vuevo, a service designed to visualize conversations among multiple people, and kikippa, a device focused on gamma wave sound care. Through its unique technological solutions, Pixie Dust Technologies aims to enhance social trust and improve user experiences across different domains.

WizWe

Series D in 2023
WizWe Co., Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a technology company focused on enhancing learning habits through its innovative online platform. The company specializes in the development and management of linguistic learning tools that support various languages, including English, Japanese, and Chinese. By leveraging technology, WizWe aims to provide effective mechanisms for users to improve their language skills and engage in personalized learning experiences.

Telexistence

Series B in 2023
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotic technologies that enable users to interact with remote environments through online remote control systems. By transmitting, accumulating, and analyzing visual, auditory, and tactile information, Telexistence enhances the ability of individuals to operate effectively from a distance. The company emphasizes systematic innovation in robotics, aiming to develop scalable and reproducible solutions that expand human presence in various settings.

Caddi

Series C in 2023
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in providing solutions for the manufacturing sector. It operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of custom-made processed products and connects orders with processing plants. By utilizing a proprietary costing algorithm, the platform automatically identifies the most suitable factory for production, thereby helping businesses to reduce procurement costs and optimize quality, cost, and delivery (QCD). Additionally, Caddi offers an AI-driven data platform that enhances procurement intelligence and supply chain management, enabling companies to improve operational efficiency and expand their capacity.

Immunosens

Series B in 2023
Immunosens is a developer of electrochemical measurement devices that evaluate biomarkers, including genes, proteins, and cell signals, through electrode reactions. The company focuses on creating products that utilize disposable printable electrodes in their sensors, which enhances the accuracy of analyses and measurements. This technology is particularly beneficial for healthcare professionals in diagnosing medical conditions and conducting food safety inspections, ensuring reliable results in both domains.

Hayden AI

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

Cellid

Series B in 2022
Cellid specializes in hardware and software solutions for augmented reality applications, focusing on the development of display modules and spatial recognition software. The company's product offerings include waveguides and micro projectors, as well as advanced spatial recognition engines that facilitate the identification of data linked to human movement and environmental interactions. By leveraging optical simulation capabilities, Cellid enhances the functionality of AR glasses, allowing users to experience a seamless integration of digital information with their surroundings. The company provides multiple communication channels for customer inquiries, including mail, phone, and a physical address.

Yanekara

Venture Round in 2022
Yanekara specializes in developing and selling a V2X platform focused on smart grid technology and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The company offers innovative energy management services that transform electric vehicles into virtual storage batteries, allowing them to store and manage energy efficiently. By integrating renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, with their charging systems, Yanekara enables users to optimize power storage and achieve carbon neutrality. Their solutions not only enhance the functionality of electric vehicles but also contribute to sustainable energy management and the advancement of clean energy initiatives.

BackTech

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

Wahyoo Ventures

Series B in 2022
Wahyoo Group, founded in 2017 and based in Tangerang, Indonesia, operates as a digital platform aimed at supporting food and beverage small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It provides an integrated suite of services including electronic supplies, micro-financing, and partnerships with kitchens, collectively known as Wahyoo Kitchen Partners. The platform serves approximately 27,000 kitchens in the Jabodetabek area, facilitating the ordering of essential food raw materials, managing cash flow, and offering training and educational resources. By enabling culinary businesses to digitize their operations and improve marketing strategies, Wahyoo aims to enhance the overall efficiency and profitability of small food vendors.

PartnerSuccess

Venture Round in 2022
PartnerSuccess, Inc. is a cloud service company established in 2019 and located in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in automating collaboration between manufacturers and distributors, providing a platform that enhances strategic partner programs. The service enables clients to visualize the progress and behavior of sales agents' projects, facilitating effective agency management and data utilization. Additionally, PartnerSuccess offers consulting in planning, development, and sales strategy to address specific partner business challenges, ultimately aiming to increase the number of sales agents and optimize overall sales performance.

Aeronext

Series A in 2022
Aeronext Inc. is a Japanese startup focused on the research and development of drone technology. The company specializes in center of gravity control technology, which is designed to enhance the performance and stability of drones during flight. By optimizing the position of the center of gravity based on the drone's attitude and movements, Aeronext enables safer industrial applications of drone technology. The firm is also involved in sales and promotion activities related to its innovative drone solutions.

Laboro.AI

Series A in 2022
Laboro.AI specializes in custom AI development and solutions, focusing on making advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies accessible for businesses. The company aims to transform business operations by harnessing the power of AI, thereby fostering innovation across various industries. In addition to its development services, Laboro.AI offers consulting to assist organizations in planning, implementing, and executing AI strategies effectively. Through these services, Laboro.AI connects technology with business needs, supporting companies in leveraging AI for improved efficiency and growth.

Tailor

Seed Round in 2022
Tailor is a headless ERP platform that allows businesses to create customized enterprise resource planning systems without the need for coding. The platform facilitates the development of tailor-made business systems, supporting in-house development by providing consulting services and development resources. This approach accelerates digital transformation and enables companies to meet their specific security and scalability needs effectively. Tailor's focus on low-code solutions empowers enterprises to build systems that align closely with their operational requirements.

Estate Technologies

Series B in 2022
Estate Technologies Inc. operates a data utilization platform focused on real estate analysis, providing tools for property valuation, life cycle assessment, and risk evaluation. Founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, the company offers a suite of services, including the Dr. Asset checker for real-time property value analysis and the Dr. Asset Recommender for investment suggestions. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the platform aggregates extensive data on properties, considering factors such as room size, proximity to transportation, and property age to deliver objective insights. Estate Technologies aims to enhance transparency in real estate transactions and foster individual asset formation, ultimately increasing the global value of Japanese real estate. The company also specializes in information system design, development, and consulting services, leveraging its IT expertise and real estate knowledge.

HataLuck and Person

Series C in 2022
HataLuck and Person is a technology company that offers HR tech deployment and fintech development services.

Gaudiy

Series B in 2022
Gaudiy Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates in the fan economy by leveraging blockchain technology. The company has developed Gaudiy Fanlink, a platform that enhances fan engagement through Web3 innovations such as NFTs and distributed IDs (DIDs). Gaudiy's offerings include an IP community system that enables the tracking and accumulation of fan activity data, fostering an ecosystem that accurately recognizes and rewards fan contributions and enthusiasm. The company aims to digitize the entertainment sector by promoting community activities centered around manga, anime, games, sports, and idols, thereby creating a collaborative economic environment for these products.

Euphoria

Series C in 2022
Euphoria is a sports marketing company that specializes in providing IT solutions tailored to the sports industry. It has developed a sports data management platform that connects sports data with social issues, allowing for the comprehensive recording and management of information vital for athlete conditioning and training. This platform offers performance analysis that includes nutritional guidance and tracks injury status, thereby enabling coaches and managers to offer informed leadership and advice to athletes. Through its innovative approach, Euphoria aims to enhance the overall performance and well-being of athletes.

Beatrust

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

Findy

Series C in 2022
Findy Inc is a job change service company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It connects companies with IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers while offering valuable insights into hiring and personnel management, including tips for recruitment, public relations, and marketing. The company leverages machine learning and natural language processing to enhance human resources services, focusing particularly on engineering recruitment. Findy provides a platform that features assessment technology and skill evaluation algorithms to match candidates with available job positions effectively. Additionally, the company operates Findy Engineer Lab, which offers interviews with active engineers and shares the latest technical information, aiming to improve individual opportunities and organizational productivity within the engineering sector.

Estie

Series A in 2022
Estie, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It focuses on digital transformation within the commercial real estate market by offering an online platform that includes services such as market research and algorithms for rent estimation. Estie's software solutions aim to enhance the efficiency of information flow and transactions in the industry, enabling clients to make informed, data-driven decisions. Through its innovative approach, Estie seeks to unlock the value of commercial real estate by providing tools that improve decision-making processes for its users.

SOFT GEAR

Series B in 2021
Soft Gear is a comprehensive service provider focused on technology development for the entertainment sector, particularly in Japan. The company specializes in online game development, offering contract-based services that include game design, debugging, and operational support. With expertise in in-game debugging and the development of essential high-speed network functions, Soft Gear enables clients to efficiently create, develop, and publish their video game projects. The company's approach caters to the specific needs of the gaming industry, ensuring a streamlined process for clients looking to enhance their online gaming offerings.

Aidemy

Series B in 2021
Aidemy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that offers online artificial intelligence programming services aimed at individuals and enterprises. Founded in 2014, it provides a comprehensive learning platform where users can acquire AI technology skills through practical applications. Aidemy's services include an all-in-one teaching environment and digital transformation support, facilitating the development of digital talent in organizations. Its solutions are particularly beneficial for corporations in the manufacturing sector, as well as smaller companies and academic institutions. Aidemy's offerings range from online learning resources to consulting services that assist businesses in implementing AI and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring effective human resource development and operational support.

Manebi

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

Caddi

Series B in 2021
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in providing solutions for the manufacturing sector. It operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of custom-made processed products and connects orders with processing plants. By utilizing a proprietary costing algorithm, the platform automatically identifies the most suitable factory for production, thereby helping businesses to reduce procurement costs and optimize quality, cost, and delivery (QCD). Additionally, Caddi offers an AI-driven data platform that enhances procurement intelligence and supply chain management, enabling companies to improve operational efficiency and expand their capacity.

JX Press

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

Flow Neuroscience

Series A in 2021
Flow Neuroscience AB is a healthcare company based in Malmö, Sweden, focused on developing innovative treatment solutions for depression. Established in 2011, the company creates a wearable device that delivers transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to the forehead, targeting the left frontal lobe, an area often associated with reduced activity in individuals suffering from major depressive disorder (MDD). This headset is complemented by a personalized mobile application designed to encourage users to adopt healthier daily routines, such as improved sleep patterns and increased physical activity. By combining brain stimulation with behavioral therapy, Flow Neuroscience aims to provide a medication-free treatment option that is accessible and affordable, challenging the traditional pharmaceutical approaches to depression. The company aspires to make these effective treatments widely available, moving beyond the confines of specialized clinics.

Xayn

Series A in 2021
Xayn is an AI startup that focuses on developing innovative technology tailored for legal professionals and personalized search experiences. Its primary product, Noxtua, is Europe's first sovereign Legal AI, designed to assist lawyers in analyzing and drafting legal documents, as well as researching legal questions. Noxtua ensures compliance with strict confidentiality standards and data protection regulations, as it is hosted within the EU. The platform utilizes proprietary AI models trained on high-quality legal data, established through a collaboration with the Legal AI Alliance and the international law firm CMS. In addition to Noxtua, Xayn also provides a private search engine that delivers personalized search results and curated news streams while prioritizing user privacy. This decentralized AI technology keeps personal data on users' devices, ensuring a user-friendly experience free from advertisements and data collection. Overall, Xayn aims to empower users and legal professionals with secure and specialized AI solutions.

Photosynth

Series A in 2021
Photosynth Inc. is an information technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development of smart locks for homes. Founded on September 1, 2014, the company focuses on research and development in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector and operates cloud-based entrance and exit management systems. Through its innovative solutions, Photosynth aims to enhance security and convenience for residential users.

WhereIsMyTransport

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

Rehab

Series C in 2021
Rehab is a technology firm that offers information communication technology, and digital transformation services for the medical care field.

Aroma Bit

Venture Round in 2021
Aroma Bit, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development, production, and sale of electronic equipment, particularly compact odor imaging sensors. The company focuses on digitizing smell through innovative technology that converts various odors into visual patterns, allowing for the collection of digital olfactory data. This technology enables businesses to identify ingredients in food through a simple touch device and assists healthcare providers in detecting diseases. Aroma Bit's products and services aim to enhance the understanding and utilization of the olfactory sense, which is often overlooked despite the variety of scents present in everyday life.

kikitori

Seed Round in 2021
Kikitori is engaged in the development and management of applications and web platforms focused on agricultural product distribution, specifically fruits and vegetables. The company has created technology that streamlines various aspects of agricultural operations, including marketing, store management, and the automation of invoicing and sales notifications. By providing these comprehensive solutions, Kikitori aims to help businesses reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency within the agricultural sector.

Idein

Venture Round in 2020
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, focused on developing a platform as a service that empowers users to create their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems integrated with advanced artificial intelligence analysis. Founded in 2015, Idein utilizes pattern recognition and signal processing technologies to enhance real-world event management through software. Its platform includes a dashboard, software development kit (SDK), and a marketplace, facilitating the rapid deployment of machine learning models on affordable edge devices. This approach allows for efficient data sensing and analysis while addressing concerns related to data communication, privacy, and large-scale processing. By enabling clients to quickly and effectively build edge computing systems, Idein aims to make advanced sensing technologies more accessible and cost-effective for everyday use.

Synamon

Series B in 2020
Synamon is VR company in Japan. It is aiming to build the best solution for realizing ideal space with VR technology. The main solution of Synamon is called "NEUTRANS". (http://neutrans.space/) NEUTRANS is a solution service that provides an ideal VR space. It can be active in every situation using a base system that realized various functions with intuitive UI/UX with online multiplayer. ・Connecting to the same space, sharing materials and information, you can discuss and make decisions as if they were together. ・Viewing and touching of 3D data, you can review design even for details in the space. ・Building a space that can instantly optimize the environment and items according to the usage situation. ・Providing completely new experiences, presentations, and expressions which can be archived only in a virtual space. We will start consulting from the planning part and respond one-stop to development and delivery. We will continue to make improvements based on feedback, advance system upgrading and pursue an ideal space.

Cornelis Networks

Series A in 2020
Cornelis Networks, Inc. specializes in developing high-performance fabrics tailored for scientific, commercial, and government organizations. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, the company provides network products that enhance computing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence workloads. Its solutions enable clients to harness the computational power of multiple processing devices concurrently, improving accuracy and results. Cornelis Networks serves a diverse clientele, with over 500 global installations across government agencies, academic institutions, and commercial enterprises, all aimed at advancing technological and scientific capabilities.

Manebi

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

Photosynth

Series D in 2020
Photosynth Inc. is an information technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development of smart locks for homes. Founded on September 1, 2014, the company focuses on research and development in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector and operates cloud-based entrance and exit management systems. Through its innovative solutions, Photosynth aims to enhance security and convenience for residential users.

Findy

Series B in 2020
Findy Inc is a job change service company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It connects companies with IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers while offering valuable insights into hiring and personnel management, including tips for recruitment, public relations, and marketing. The company leverages machine learning and natural language processing to enhance human resources services, focusing particularly on engineering recruitment. Findy provides a platform that features assessment technology and skill evaluation algorithms to match candidates with available job positions effectively. Additionally, the company operates Findy Engineer Lab, which offers interviews with active engineers and shares the latest technical information, aiming to improve individual opportunities and organizational productivity within the engineering sector.

Agri Info Design

Venture Round in 2020
Agri Info Design, LTD. is an agricultural IT startup based in Obihiro, Japan, founded in 2014. The company specializes in developing advanced navigation technologies for agricultural equipment, enhancing the efficiency of farming practices. Its product lineup includes several applications such as AgrIBus-NAVI, AgrIBus-Web, AgrIBus-GMInIR, AgrIBus-G2, and AgrIBus-Autosteer, which utilize GPS guidance to assist farmers in accurately applying fertilizers and pesticides. This technology helps ensure that materials are used efficiently, minimizing waste and reducing costs associated with agricultural inputs. In addition to its software solutions, Agri Info Design also manufactures and sells aftermarket agricultural equipment, supporting the modernization of agricultural production techniques.

SHOWROOM

Venture Round in 2020
SHOWROOM Inc. is a Japanese media company based in Tokyo, established in 2015. It operates a live video streaming platform primarily focused on showcasing live shows featuring Japanese idols and voice actors. As a subsidiary of DeNA Co., Ltd., SHOWROOM provides services that include program production and video content creation, catering to a diverse audience interested in entertainment and interactive experiences. The platform has gained popularity for its unique integration of live performances and viewer engagement.

Gtriip

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

Euphoria

Corporate Round in 2019
Euphoria is a sports marketing company that specializes in providing IT solutions tailored to the sports industry. It has developed a sports data management platform that connects sports data with social issues, allowing for the comprehensive recording and management of information vital for athlete conditioning and training. This platform offers performance analysis that includes nutritional guidance and tracks injury status, thereby enabling coaches and managers to offer informed leadership and advice to athletes. Through its innovative approach, Euphoria aims to enhance the overall performance and well-being of athletes.

Safie

Venture Round in 2019
Safie is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cloud-based video asset management software. It offers a platform for managing video content, primarily focusing on security and surveillance, as well as applications in corporate operations and marketing. Safie integrates cameras and IoT devices to enhance its services, providing users with a comprehensive solution for video recording and management. Additionally, Safie Ventures, the company's corporate venture capital arm, invests in various sectors, including retail and construction, technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Series A in 2019
Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of advanced phased array and digital fabrication technologies. The company’s flagship product is an ultrasonic phased array system that enables various innovative applications, such as generating force in mid-air, transporting objects without physical contact, and delivering targeted sounds to individuals in a crowd. Additionally, Pixie Dust Technologies creates devices like Sound Hug, which combines music with light and vibration, and Sonorepro, a hair care tool utilizing non-contact oscillating pressure stimulation. The company's offerings also include Vuevo, a service designed to visualize conversations among multiple people, and kikippa, a device focused on gamma wave sound care. Through its unique technological solutions, Pixie Dust Technologies aims to enhance social trust and improve user experiences across different domains.

Schoo

Venture Round in 2019
Schoo is a Tokyo-based MOOC (massive open online course) startup providing livestreamed lectures on the internet.

Idein

Venture Round in 2019
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, focused on developing a platform as a service that empowers users to create their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems integrated with advanced artificial intelligence analysis. Founded in 2015, Idein utilizes pattern recognition and signal processing technologies to enhance real-world event management through software. Its platform includes a dashboard, software development kit (SDK), and a marketplace, facilitating the rapid deployment of machine learning models on affordable edge devices. This approach allows for efficient data sensing and analysis while addressing concerns related to data communication, privacy, and large-scale processing. By enabling clients to quickly and effectively build edge computing systems, Idein aims to make advanced sensing technologies more accessible and cost-effective for everyday use.

Nuri

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

UnaBiz

Venture Round in 2019
UnaBiz Pte Ltd is an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider based in Singapore, with an additional office in Taipei, Taiwan. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in product design, manufacturing, and connectivity solutions, particularly through its partnership with SIGFOX to offer low-power wide-area network services. UnaBiz develops a range of wireless infrastructure and devices, including solutions for smart metering, asset management, and supply chain monitoring. Its product offerings include Unashield, UnaBell, ModBus Reader, GPS trackers, and various chipsets and modules. The company caters to various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, utilities, and building management, focusing on cost efficiency and sustainability to empower businesses in their operational growth.

JX Press

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

SMARTCAMP

Venture Round in 2019
Smart Camp is a technology company that offers SaaS comparison services, inside sales agency support, and B2B digital marketing solutions.

SMARTCAMP

Series B in 2019
Smart Camp is a technology company that offers SaaS comparison services, inside sales agency support, and B2B digital marketing solutions.

Synamon

Series A in 2019
Synamon is VR company in Japan. It is aiming to build the best solution for realizing ideal space with VR technology. The main solution of Synamon is called "NEUTRANS". (http://neutrans.space/) NEUTRANS is a solution service that provides an ideal VR space. It can be active in every situation using a base system that realized various functions with intuitive UI/UX with online multiplayer. ・Connecting to the same space, sharing materials and information, you can discuss and make decisions as if they were together. ・Viewing and touching of 3D data, you can review design even for details in the space. ・Building a space that can instantly optimize the environment and items according to the usage situation. ・Providing completely new experiences, presentations, and expressions which can be archived only in a virtual space. We will start consulting from the planning part and respond one-stop to development and delivery. We will continue to make improvements based on feedback, advance system upgrading and pursue an ideal space.

Caddi

Series A in 2018
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in providing solutions for the manufacturing sector. It operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of custom-made processed products and connects orders with processing plants. By utilizing a proprietary costing algorithm, the platform automatically identifies the most suitable factory for production, thereby helping businesses to reduce procurement costs and optimize quality, cost, and delivery (QCD). Additionally, Caddi offers an AI-driven data platform that enhances procurement intelligence and supply chain management, enabling companies to improve operational efficiency and expand their capacity.

Telexistence

Series A in 2018
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotic technologies that enable users to interact with remote environments through online remote control systems. By transmitting, accumulating, and analyzing visual, auditory, and tactile information, Telexistence enhances the ability of individuals to operate effectively from a distance. The company emphasizes systematic innovation in robotics, aiming to develop scalable and reproducible solutions that expand human presence in various settings.

Alpaca

Venture Round in 2018
Alpaca is a developer-focused financial technology platform that provides an embedded brokerage infrastructure for accessing financial markets through modern application programming interfaces (APIs). The platform enables users to trade stocks and cryptocurrencies, offering real-time market data and tools for algorithmic trading. With its developer-friendly approach, Alpaca supports a wide range of applications and businesses worldwide, attracting tens of thousands of developers who utilize its services to create and enhance investing applications. The company has raised over $100 million in funding from prominent investors, reflecting its strong position in the financial technology landscape.

UnaBiz

Series A in 2018
UnaBiz Pte Ltd is an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider based in Singapore, with an additional office in Taipei, Taiwan. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in product design, manufacturing, and connectivity solutions, particularly through its partnership with SIGFOX to offer low-power wide-area network services. UnaBiz develops a range of wireless infrastructure and devices, including solutions for smart metering, asset management, and supply chain monitoring. Its product offerings include Unashield, UnaBell, ModBus Reader, GPS trackers, and various chipsets and modules. The company caters to various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, utilities, and building management, focusing on cost efficiency and sustainability to empower businesses in their operational growth.

Euphoria

Venture Round in 2018
Euphoria is a sports marketing company that specializes in providing IT solutions tailored to the sports industry. It has developed a sports data management platform that connects sports data with social issues, allowing for the comprehensive recording and management of information vital for athlete conditioning and training. This platform offers performance analysis that includes nutritional guidance and tracks injury status, thereby enabling coaches and managers to offer informed leadership and advice to athletes. Through its innovative approach, Euphoria aims to enhance the overall performance and well-being of athletes.

Embrace Japan

Venture Round in 2018
Embrace Corporation is looking for new friends. Whether you want to solve a major problem of medical care through your own work, or you want to take on a higher goal with Embracing, the company you are going to work on. Employees with various experiences, such as foreign-affiliated IT vendors, consulting firms, pharmaceutical companies, and web production companies, are active.

Idein

Venture Round in 2017
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, focused on developing a platform as a service that empowers users to create their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems integrated with advanced artificial intelligence analysis. Founded in 2015, Idein utilizes pattern recognition and signal processing technologies to enhance real-world event management through software. Its platform includes a dashboard, software development kit (SDK), and a marketplace, facilitating the rapid deployment of machine learning models on affordable edge devices. This approach allows for efficient data sensing and analysis while addressing concerns related to data communication, privacy, and large-scale processing. By enabling clients to quickly and effectively build edge computing systems, Idein aims to make advanced sensing technologies more accessible and cost-effective for everyday use.

Telexistence

Seed Round in 2017
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotic technologies that enable users to interact with remote environments through online remote control systems. By transmitting, accumulating, and analyzing visual, auditory, and tactile information, Telexistence enhances the ability of individuals to operate effectively from a distance. The company emphasizes systematic innovation in robotics, aiming to develop scalable and reproducible solutions that expand human presence in various settings.

LOGIC

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

Loom Systems

Series A in 2017
Loom Systems Ltd. operates an artificial intelligence-driven analysis platform focused on predicting and preventing IT incidents for businesses undergoing digital transformation or cloud migration. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, the company offers services such as network monitoring, predictive ticketing, and proactive workstation monitoring. Its patent-pending AIOps solution enhances operational efficiency by predicting IT issues before they impact customers and enriching alerts with actionable insights in clear language. This proactive approach allows DevOps and IT managers to address potential problems swiftly, thereby improving business productivity and freeing up time for higher-value tasks. As of early 2020, Loom Systems functions as a subsidiary of ServiceNow, Inc.

Itandi

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

Trillium Secure

Series A in 2017
Trillium provides in-vehicle cybersecurity protection for connected vehicles.

XSHELL

Seed Round in 2016
Xshell is engaged in the Internet of Things (IoT) software and hardware development business. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. Xshell is a design and hardware company whose main business is software development know-how. There are several components in IoT: network, computing, enclosure, and software. Xshell has all the skills and know-how to connect data of things and things to the Internet, to accumulate data and to provide feedback.

Eyeota

Series A in 2016
Eyeota is an audience technology platform founded in 2010 that specializes in the intelligent use of data for marketing purposes. The company collaborates with marketers, data owners, and research firms to provide comprehensive and qualified audience data. Its technology platform collects, analyzes, augments, and activates audience data, allowing organizations to make informed business decisions and enhance their marketing strategies. By enabling brands to target their campaigns with precision, Eyeota helps clients deliver relevant content to the right audiences, ultimately increasing revenue potential. The company operates across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

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.

XSHELL

Seed Round in 2015
Xshell is engaged in the Internet of Things (IoT) software and hardware development business. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. Xshell is a design and hardware company whose main business is software development know-how. There are several components in IoT: network, computing, enclosure, and software. Xshell has all the skills and know-how to connect data of things and things to the Internet, to accumulate data and to provide feedback.

Logly

Corporate Round in 2015
Logly, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in media technology, advertising technology, and data marketing. It operates several key platforms, including Logly Lift, an advertising service that delivers corporate content by leveraging media and brand recognition; Loyalfarm, a tool for analyzing user engagement and actions to foster repeat visits; and Zenback, a widget designed to gather information from various online sources about articles. Logly primarily caters to the needs of advertisers and distributors, providing innovative solutions to enhance audience interaction and content delivery. Founded in 2006, the company continues to play a significant role in the evolving landscape of digital marketing in Japan.

Logly

Venture Round in 2015
Logly, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in media technology, advertising technology, and data marketing. It operates several key platforms, including Logly Lift, an advertising service that delivers corporate content by leveraging media and brand recognition; Loyalfarm, a tool for analyzing user engagement and actions to foster repeat visits; and Zenback, a widget designed to gather information from various online sources about articles. Logly primarily caters to the needs of advertisers and distributors, providing innovative solutions to enhance audience interaction and content delivery. Founded in 2006, the company continues to play a significant role in the evolving landscape of digital marketing in Japan.

Jibo

Series A in 2015
Jibo, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of social robots designed to enhance human-robot interaction. The flagship product, Jibo, is the first social robot intended for home use, equipped with advanced Natural Language Understanding, speech, and facial recognition capabilities. Jibo interacts with users by learning their preferences, assisting with everyday tasks, and providing reminders for important events. It aims to foster relationships with users, including adults, seniors, children, and teens. Since its public launch in 2017, Jibo has been marketed across various regions, including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia and Latin America. The company, incorporated in 2010, focuses on creating electronic companions that simplify daily life and provide emotional engagement.

Monohm

Seed Round in 2015
Monohm's mission is to design and build the New Necessities: an ongoing series of products that gracefully combine form, function, and technology and allow you to have a more civilized relationship with your Digital Life.

Ossia

Venture Round in 2015
Ossia is a company focused on transforming the concept of wireless power through its innovative technology, Cota. This patented system uses smart antenna technology to deliver remote and targeted energy to devices at a distance, functioning similarly to Wi-Fi. Cota enables multiple devices to charge automatically without any user intervention, facilitating a truly wire-free environment. By providing efficient wireless power transmission, Ossia aims to enhance connectivity and convenience for users, allowing them to keep their devices powered and connected seamlessly.

Mist Technologies

Venture Round in 2015
Mist Technologies develops content delivery platforms based on peer-to-peer data delivery technology.

Mist Technologies

Venture Round in 2014
Mist Technologies develops content delivery platforms based on peer-to-peer data delivery technology.

VentureBeat

Venture Round in 2014
VentureBeat, Inc. is an online technology news platform that provides comprehensive coverage of technology innovation through its blog. Established in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform delivers news, analysis, and insights on a wide range of technology trends, including social media, mobile, health tech, cloud computing, and gaming. VentureBeat features research insights, long-form articles, interviews, and videos, all aimed at equipping executives, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts with the context needed to make informed decisions. Additionally, the company hosts marketing events, mobile events, and webinars focused on innovative products and discussions, creating an engaging environment for advertisers to reach their target audience of tech leaders and business professionals.

Moxo

Series A in 2013
Moxo is a client interaction platform that specializes in providing digital automation solutions across various industries, including consulting, accounting, logistics, healthcare, financial services, and legal sectors. The platform facilitates client engagement through embeddable omnichannel collaboration tools, enabling businesses to manage client accounts, automate routine tasks, and streamline business processes. Moxo offers cloud-based project binders that support the management, presentation, and sharing of files, photos, and videos. Additionally, its features include private group-sharing functions, voice and annotation recording, and real-time meeting capabilities, all designed to enhance productivity and improve communication with remote customers and employees.

Moxo

Series A in 2013
Moxo is a client interaction platform that specializes in providing digital automation solutions across various industries, including consulting, accounting, logistics, healthcare, financial services, and legal sectors. The platform facilitates client engagement through embeddable omnichannel collaboration tools, enabling businesses to manage client accounts, automate routine tasks, and streamline business processes. Moxo offers cloud-based project binders that support the management, presentation, and sharing of files, photos, and videos. Additionally, its features include private group-sharing functions, voice and annotation recording, and real-time meeting capabilities, all designed to enhance productivity and improve communication with remote customers and employees.

Hunglead

Venture Round in 2011
Hunglead helps online stores to make tasks which become complicated when operating multiple stores (e.g. inventory, products and ordering management) more efficient. They do this by offering a cloud system called the [Robot Series].

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Japan Culture and Technology assists artists and craftspeople in expanding their activities by providing IT support.
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