Gumi Ventures

Gumi Ventures, founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage start-ups and entrepreneurs in the Asian market, particularly those innovating in the smartphone industry. The firm aims to foster new businesses that align with its mission to drive innovation and create a global presence for Japanese companies. Investments typically range from ¥10 million to ¥30 million per portfolio company, reflecting Gumi Ventures' commitment to nurturing the growth of promising enterprises that can resonate on an international scale.

Hirohisa Kunimitsu

Director

Rui Zhang

Vice President

Past deals in Tokyo

Brave Group

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

Plott

Seed Round in 2019
Plott Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of original IP content on YouTube, particularly focusing on animation. Founded in 2017 and initially named Fabo, the company rebranded to Plott in 2019, reflecting its commitment to storytelling and content creation. Plott develops data-driven animations by analyzing viewer behavior to enhance engagement and growth. The company fosters collaborations with existing channels to increase subscriber numbers and promote cross-viewership, ensuring a steady stream of original content for audiences. Its vision is to establish itself as a prominent content holder within the YouTube ecosystem, continuously delivering innovative and engaging animations.

Vark

Series A in 2019
Vark is a company that specializes in virtual reality technology, focusing on the production of virtual concert experiences. Established in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Vark has developed a platform that allows users to engage in live performances within a Metaverse environment. This innovative platform enables individuals to attend events at scheduled times, providing access to immersive entertainment content and opportunities to enjoy performances by various artists. Through its unique approach, Vark aims to enhance the way audiences experience live music events in a virtual setting.

mikai

Venture Round in 2019
Mikai Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in augmented reality and virtual reality content development. The company has developed an AR camera application called MARGIC, which allows users to create effects for animations and video games. In addition to its technology offerings, Mikai is involved in the management of virtual talent, particularly focusing on virtual YouTubers. The company also provides training and support services in this area, along with a studio rental business for content creation. Mikai aims to enhance user experiences by integrating music and virtual talent into its gaming and moving content platforms.

Vark

Series A in 2018
Vark is a company that specializes in virtual reality technology, focusing on the production of virtual concert experiences. Established in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Vark has developed a platform that allows users to engage in live performances within a Metaverse environment. This innovative platform enables individuals to attend events at scheduled times, providing access to immersive entertainment content and opportunities to enjoy performances by various artists. Through its unique approach, Vark aims to enhance the way audiences experience live music events in a virtual setting.

BUZZCAST

Series B in 2018
BUZZCAST Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that offers business planning, development, and consulting services in the video industry. It specializes in influencer-based marketing, particularly targeting high-return on ad spend (ROAS) for game Let's Play videos. The company serves productions and live broadcasters both in Japan and internationally, focusing on enhancing video content strategies to maximize audience engagement and revenue.

Vivito

Venture Round in 2018
Vivito, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in video production services. It offers a comprehensive platform for video review and preview, as well as digital movie production and location matching tailored for video production companies and creators. Vivito supports the entire video production process, including planning, relay, and distribution, while assisting clients in selecting shooting locations, composition, graphic design, photography, editing, background music selection, and sound adjustment. This enables clients to create high-quality content that meets their specific needs in the realm of digital communication.

Edoga

Corporate Round in 2018
Edoga Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in virtual reality (VR) content production and education. Founded in 2013, Edoga offers a range of services that include training and workshops focused on the planning, production, shooting, and editing of VR content. The company provides lectures and courses to enhance skills in VR content creation, as well as lending solutions for VR equipment to support various projects. Through its comprehensive training programs, Edoga aims to facilitate the development of companies by enabling them to create immersive VR experiences and effectively produce 360-degree videos.

Lute

Seed Round in 2017
Lute Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in video production and management of media operations for the Instagram Stories platform. The company focuses on creating mobile-optimized vertical short videos aimed at the digital native generation. Lute is involved in cultural marketing and artist management, emphasizing the historical context and influences behind the artists and their works. The company aims to produce video content that holds both value and contextual appeal, while ensuring the protection of authors' rights and adhering to fair use of cultural property. Additionally, Lute offers services in content creation, including casting and consulting for other businesses, enabling artists to produce videos efficiently throughout the day.

New standard

Venture Round in 2017
NEW STANDARD Co., Ltd. moves society through three STUDIO businesses, and provides ideas that the millennials are enthusiastic and solutions for business issues for companies and brands.

Candee

Series A in 2016
Candee Inc. is a Tokyo-based production company specializing in online video production, talent management, and advertising services. Founded in 2015, the company offers a range of services including video editing, branding, digital marketing, and public relations. Candee operates an online platform that focuses on creating advertising and media videos tailored for mobile content, allowing businesses to effectively promote their brands and manage talent through engaging video content.

Breaker

Venture Round in 2015
Breaker Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in video and film production for promotional purposes. The firm engages in a variety of services, including the production of television programs, commercials, and influencer marketing, with a strong emphasis on cross-border marketing. Breaker utilizes overseas influencers to reach audiences on global media platforms, enhancing its ability to connect brands with consumers. Additionally, the company offers artist management, event planning, and video analysis tools, further diversifying its portfolio in the marketing and entertainment sectors.

Breaker

Venture Round in 2014
Breaker Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in video and film production for promotional purposes. The firm engages in a variety of services, including the production of television programs, commercials, and influencer marketing, with a strong emphasis on cross-border marketing. Breaker utilizes overseas influencers to reach audiences on global media platforms, enhancing its ability to connect brands with consumers. Additionally, the company offers artist management, event planning, and video analysis tools, further diversifying its portfolio in the marketing and entertainment sectors.

GeoCreates

Seed Round in 2014
GeoCreates, Inc. is a software development company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in virtual reality (VR) solutions for architectural design. Founded in 2012, the company has created the Toalog tool, a Software as a Service (SaaS) product that quantifies the spatial experience in VR environments. This innovative tool allows users to save VR experience videos directly in the cloud, independent of specific software or hardware. GeoCreates focuses on measuring and estimating eye tracking and brain waves to enhance visualization and spatial design. By providing insights into user perspectives and experiences, the company enables designers and developers to tailor environments that effectively meet user needs and boost engagement.
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