RT Corporation
Series C in 2022
RT Corporation is a Japanese company based in Chiyoda-ku, established in 2005, that focuses on the development and sale of robots and their components. The company offers a diverse range of products, including army-type robots and micro mouse robots, such as the CRANE-X7 and RIC90, as well as various service robots tailored to meet both domestic and international needs. In addition to manufacturing, RT Corporation provides services in robot development, hardware and software development, and contract manufacturing. With the growing demand for robotics fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence, RT Corporation aims to innovate and expand its offerings in the service robot sector.
Tsubame BHB
Series B in 2022
Tsubame BHB Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of on-site ammonia production systems and catalysts. Founded in 2017, Tsubame focuses on commercializing ammonia synthesis through innovative electride catalyst technology, which allows for flexible production conditions. The company's systems are designed for small-scale plants, addressing critical environmental and food-related challenges while promoting a sustainable society. By enabling on-site ammonia production, Tsubame aims to reduce transportation and storage costs for its clients, contributing to more efficient resource management.
Menhera Technology
Seed Round in 2021
Menhera Technology Co., Ltd., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2018, specializes in developing web applications. Its flagship product is Menhera Senpai, a platform offering mental health care consulting services via chat functionality. This service enables users to engage with consultants for advice on matters such as love and confidence-building, operating exclusively for women.
Truss
Venture Round in 2020
Truss is a Tokyo-based company offering an online platform for comparing building materials. It maintains a comprehensive database of building material products handled by various manufacturers, facilitating informed selection of construction products.
Tsubame BHB
Funding Round in 2020
Tsubame BHB Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of on-site ammonia production systems and catalysts. Founded in 2017, Tsubame focuses on commercializing ammonia synthesis through innovative electride catalyst technology, which allows for flexible production conditions. The company's systems are designed for small-scale plants, addressing critical environmental and food-related challenges while promoting a sustainable society. By enabling on-site ammonia production, Tsubame aims to reduce transportation and storage costs for its clients, contributing to more efficient resource management.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2018, Jij specializes in algorithm development and consulting. It leverages cutting-edge hardware and research methods like Ising machines and quantum annealing to develop optimization technologies for solving complex industrial problems that are traditionally difficult to compute.
Rapyuta Robotics
Series B in 2020
Rapyuta Robotics is a global cloud robotics platform company that centrally manages diverse robots and sensors. Its platform integrates robot hardware, software, sensor data, and applications in the cloud to simplify deployment and ongoing management of robotic systems, reducing the need for in-house robotics expertise. Founded in 2014 and spun out of ETH Zürich, the company operates internationally with offices in Japan and India and a subsidiary in Zurich, Switzerland. By leveraging cloud-based computation, it enables businesses to focus on core processes rather than managing hardware or software infrastructure, targeting markets such as security and inspection where scalable cloud robotics can drive efficiency.
Hibot
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2004, Hibot specializes in robotic platforms and related hardware and software solutions. The company provides robots for hazardous operations, infrastructure maintenance and inspection, and search & rescue missions.
Libry
Venture Round in 2019
Libry, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in developing an internet-based information management platform tailored for the education sector. The company focuses on digitizing teaching materials for schools and high school students, offering a platform that enhances the efficiency of self-study by transforming traditional textbooks and workbooks into digital formats compatible with computers and tablets. In addition to learning content distribution, Libry provides services for event planning aimed at university students and develops educational support software, all designed to facilitate smarter learning and improve educational outcomes.
Synspective
Series A in 2019
Synspective specializes in developing and operating small synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites, providing SAR data and remote monitoring services. It caters to urban design, infrastructure, energy, insurance, finance sectors, and government agencies.
KIYO Learning
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo in 2010, KIYO Learning specializes in planning, producing, selling, and operating educational content and services tailored for business professionals.
Tsukuruba
Venture Round in 2018
Tsukuruba Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in technology-driven property-related services. Founded in 2011 by Morakami Hiroki and Makihiro Nakamura, it operates an online brokerage platform called cowcamo, which focuses on the sale and resale of used and renovated properties. In addition to its real estate services, Tsukuruba offers Shared Workplace solutions, which encompass office search, design, and relocation consulting. The company also provides HEYSHA, a service offering office spaces tailored for startups, and co-ba, a subscription-based co-working office model. Furthermore, Tsukuruba fosters a creative community through its Creative Team, which includes engineers, designers, and architects, and operates tsukuruba studios, a space dedicated to innovative design experimentation.
Whomor
Venture Round in 2018
Whomor Inc. is a creative firm based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2011. The company specializes in providing a range of services including illustration production, manga development, and content creation for social games. Whomor utilizes a crowdsourcing mechanism to meet the creative needs of its clients, allowing for the efficient production of game illustrations and other entertainment content. In addition to its core offerings, the company also engages in cartoon production, entertainment co-creation, and human resource resolution services, catering to various aspects of the creative industry.
Truss
Venture Round in 2017
Truss is a Tokyo-based company offering an online platform for comparing building materials. It maintains a comprehensive database of building material products handled by various manufacturers, facilitating informed selection of construction products.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2011, Floadia specializes in developing and licensing semiconductor intellectual property for embedded non-volatile memory solutions. With a team originating from Renesas, they offer low-power memory chips supporting IoT devices, automobiles, smartphones, and smart cards.
KIYO Learning
Venture Round in 2017
Founded in Tokyo in 2010, KIYO Learning specializes in planning, producing, selling, and operating educational content and services tailored for business professionals.
2501
Corporate Round in 2017
2501 Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in virtual 3D interactive experiences, focusing on multi-viewpoint video generation. Founded on October 30, 2015, the company offers innovative visual experiences across various sectors, including sports, music, and combat sports. Its services include the creation of optimal angle replays for critical moments in events, enhancing the viewer's experience. Additionally, 2501 develops specialized software and applications for video shooting, editing, distribution, and analysis, alongside engaging in research and development of advanced imaging technologies.
Aroma Bit
Venture Round in 2017
Aroma Bit, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development, production, and sales of electronic equipment and systems, with a focus on compact odor imaging sensors. The company aims to enhance the understanding and utility of scents by creating innovative products and services that digitize olfactory experiences. Aroma Bit's technology allows for the conversion of various odors into visualized patterns, enabling the collection of digital olfactory data. This capability assists businesses in detecting ingredients in food samples and aids care providers in identifying diseases across diverse applications. Through its pioneering approach, Aroma Bit seeks to elevate the significance of olfactory information in various sectors.