Salowin Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates a unique business model within the beauty industry. The company provides a share salon concept for beauticians, offering private rooms equipped with well-maintained facilities. Salowin supports its tenants through services such as prepayment systems for sales and comprehensive support, enabling beauticians to focus on their craft while benefiting from shared resources and increased income potential.
Leading Mark
Venture Round in 2025
Leading Mark Inc. is an employment agency based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in human resources services. The company is focused on streamlining the recruitment process through its online platform, which aggregates job listings tailored to users' interests. This approach aims to enhance the job-seeking experience by prioritizing the needs of applicants, in contrast to larger, traditional agencies that may focus more on the hiring companies. Additionally, Leading Mark is expanding its operations to include mid-career and international hiring, with a dedicated team in China working to connect top Japanese-speaking Chinese students with domestic employers. By emphasizing a user-centric model, Leading Mark seeks to alleviate the frustrations often faced by job seekers, ensuring they receive the information and opportunities they need to advance their careers.
Founded in 2017, Plott is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the production and distribution of original anime and manga content on YouTube. It operates animation channels and utilizes viewer behavior data to create data-driven content, aiming to increase subscribers through collaborations with existing channels.
Rege Nephro
Series B in 2024
Rege Nephro is a Kyoto-based biotechnology company focused on renal disease therapeutics. It conducts research and development, production, and marketing of therapies based on nephron progenitor cells, and develops kidney organoids used to screen nephrotoxicity in drug discovery. The company is leveraging induced pluripotent stem cell technology from the Center for iPS Cell Research and Application at Kyoto University to develop cell-based therapies for kidney conditions, along with potential applications for liver and pancreas diseases. Founded in 2019, Rege Nephro aims to reduce dialysis dependence by addressing renal failure through regenerative approaches.
Drone Show Japan
Series A in 2024
Drone Show Japan specializes in creating innovative drone shows for various events, including outdoor and indoor exhibitions, as well as aerial photography services. The company aims to promote a drone-based society by leveraging advanced drone technologies. In addition to its show offerings, Drone Show Japan provides educational workshops focused on drone operation and technology, catering to event organizers, educators, and innovators. By combining entertainment with education, the company seeks to transform the experiences of its clients and leave a significant impact on their respective markets.
PartnerSuccess
Series A in 2024
Founded in 2019, PartnerSuccess operates from Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in automating collaboration between manufacturers and distributors through its cloud-based platform.
MaaS Tech Japan
Venture Round in 2024
MaaS Tech Japan Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company established on November 1, 2018, that focuses on the Mobility as a Service (MaaS) project business. The company offers a range of services, including research and development, consulting, and media initiatives related to MaaS. It aims to assist transportation companies in effective business planning and social implementation by providing policy formulation, integrated analysis, and the utilization of real-time data. By centralizing information provision, MaaS Tech Japan enables transportation providers to enhance the value of mobility services.
Spiral Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in designing and manufacturing artificial intelligence-driven automated devices. The company's primary offerings include robots, drones, and satellites, tailored for various industries such as construction, retail, and small-to-medium enterprises. Notably, Spiral develops drone solutions for indoor environments without GPS, enabling autonomous flight for inspection and monitoring purposes.
Grand Green
Series C in 2024
Grand Green, established in 2017 and headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, specializes in the production of new seeds and seedlings through automatic grafting techniques. As a research and development agribio venture, the company focuses on innovative approaches to enhance agricultural practices and improve crop yield. By leveraging advanced technology in seedling production, Grand Green aims to contribute to the agricultural sector's growth and sustainability.
GEXVal Inc. is a drug discovery company based in Fujisawa, Japan, founded in 2018. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative treatments for rare and incurable diseases, particularly in the fields of psychiatry, neurology, and pulmonary arterial hypertension. GEXVal is dedicated to addressing the needs of patients and families affected by these conditions by providing cost-effective treatment options that aim to enhance health and improve quality of life. Through its specialized research efforts, GEXVal seeks to develop compounds that target intractable diseases, enabling physicians to offer better therapeutic solutions to their patients.
Thirdverse
Series D in 2023
Founded in 2016, Thirdverse is a Japanese game studio specializing in multiplayer virtual reality (VR) games. It combines blockchain technology to create economic zones and immersive gaming experiences.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Vark develops innovative virtual event platforms. Their flagship product enables live entertainment experiences within a Metaverse space, offering interactive environments, real-time audience engagement, customizable avatars, and immersive audio-visual elements.
Funds is a loan investment firm that operates an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace, facilitating connections between individual investors and businesses seeking operating capital. Through its platform, Funds allows companies to secure financing by investing in funds via silent partnership agreements, starting from increments as low as 1 yen. This approach enables individual investors to manage their assets online while providing businesses access to necessary funds. By focusing on middle-risk, middle-return financial instruments, Funds aims to create a streamlined investment experience that benefits both lenders and borrowers.
LayerX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in blockchain consulting and planning services. As a subsidiary of AnyPay Inc. and Gunosy Inc., LayerX promotes the digitization of business processes for large corporations and government agencies through innovative blockchain technology. The company offers a range of services, including technical consulting, empirical research, and a cryptocurrency mining platform. Additionally, LayerX creates reports based on various cases and the latest trends, enabling its clients to automate and manage a variety of tasks and processes effectively.
Techtouch
Series B in 2023
Techtouch, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing an intuitive website user manual called TechTouch. The company's software enhances system education for employees, supports burden reduction, and promotes system utilization by overlaying explanation guidance on existing web systems. This is achieved through a plug-in introduced on the web browser side and JavaScript on the server-side. Techtouch's platform minimizes operational stress by displaying real-time navigation directly on the screen of running web systems, enabling businesses to handle complex operations accurately and efficiently.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2019, MOON-X is a consumer goods manufacturer that enriches lives through co-creation with communities and manufacturing partners. Its product portfolio spans craft beer, men's skincare products, women's skincare products, baby and maternity items, leather accessories, and business goods.
ROUTE06 is a software company that specializes in enterprise solutions and professional services. It provides digital technology, system infrastructure, and ongoing support to help clients launch and scale their digital operations. The company offers user experience design, system architecture, API development, data platform integration, and in-house development and website operations, as well as digital product planning and development. ROUTE06 emphasizes aligning technology with each client’s business goals and delivers end-to-end services from strategy through implementation and optimization, including data platform integration, DX consulting, and software as a service partnerships.
LegalOn Technologies
Series D in 2022
LegalOn is an AI-driven platform specializing in contract review. It leverages AI, legal content, and team knowledge to identify potential risks, suggest redlines, and structure contract data, thereby enhancing efficiency in legal processes.
LegalForce
Series D in 2022
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.
Vivid Garden
Series C in 2022
Vivid Garden Inc. is an agriculture company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2016. It operates as an online marketplace that connects producers with consumers and restaurants, enabling direct sales of farm products, ingredients, and flowers. The company manages several platforms, including Tabe Choku, which facilitates consumer-to-consumer sales of agricultural products, and Tabe Choku Pro, a specialized service for restaurants to order ingredients. Additionally, Vivid Garden offers Eat Chok, a platform designed to support farmers in delivering their products to office locations. Through these initiatives, Vivid Garden aims to streamline the distribution of fresh produce while enhancing access for both consumers and businesses.
Founded in Japan in 2015, AuB specializes in developing supplements, foods, and beverages designed to enhance the intestinal environment of athletes. The company's products are based on research into microbiome and stool samples from athletes, aiming to improve performance and overall human health.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2020, BeaTrust develops a collaboration platform that enables employees to discover colleagues' skills, interests, and experiences, fostering connections across departments and driving innovation.
Matsuri Technologies
Series C in 2022
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, Matsuri Technologies develops a vacation rental tool that supports the management of various property types for short-term rentals. Its platform, m2m Systems, enables business operators to automate tasks such as check-ins and customer service.
Rege Nephro
Venture Round in 2022
Rege Nephro is a Kyoto-based biotechnology company focused on renal disease therapeutics. It conducts research and development, production, and marketing of therapies based on nephron progenitor cells, and develops kidney organoids used to screen nephrotoxicity in drug discovery. The company is leveraging induced pluripotent stem cell technology from the Center for iPS Cell Research and Application at Kyoto University to develop cell-based therapies for kidney conditions, along with potential applications for liver and pancreas diseases. Founded in 2019, Rege Nephro aims to reduce dialysis dependence by addressing renal failure through regenerative approaches.
Style Port
Venture Round in 2021
Style Port Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Nagoya, Japan, specializes in virtual reality (VR) technology for the real estate sector. The company's primary product, Roov, is an Internet VR platform that allows real estate agents to effectively showcase properties and helps users visualize interiors. Roov utilizes artificial intelligence to generate 3D modeling data from computer-aided design (CAD) files, accommodating both newly constructed properties and occupied secondhand homes. The platform enables users to simulate furniture placement, conduct indoor measurements, and perform virtual walkthroughs, enhancing the property viewing experience. It operates on general terminals and web browsers, utilizing its proprietary development engine to streamline the process.
GEXVal Inc. is a drug discovery company based in Fujisawa, Japan, founded in 2018. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative treatments for rare and incurable diseases, particularly in the fields of psychiatry, neurology, and pulmonary arterial hypertension. GEXVal is dedicated to addressing the needs of patients and families affected by these conditions by providing cost-effective treatment options that aim to enhance health and improve quality of life. Through its specialized research efforts, GEXVal seeks to develop compounds that target intractable diseases, enabling physicians to offer better therapeutic solutions to their patients.
RIN Institute
Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2016, RIN Institute is a Japanese biotechnology company dedicated to the research and development of antibody-based medicines and external diagnostic drugs. Its primary focus is on developing monoclonal antibodies for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics.
Trustdock
Funding Round in 2021
Trustdock Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing an identity verification platform. The company offers an identity confirmation API service that enables businesses to outsource Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and comply with various regulatory requirements, including laws related to criminal profit transfer prevention and cell phone fraud. Trustdock's platform is versatile and can be integrated with any ID service, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, including FinTech and shared economy sectors. Through its e-KYC and identity confirmation tools, Trustdock facilitates secure and trusted business relationships by providing services such as personal number acquisition, risk assessment, and mailing, allowing individuals and organizations to authenticate digital identities efficiently and effectively.
Wired Beans
Venture Round in 2021
Founded in Japan in 2009, Wired Beans is a manufacturer and retailer of glasses, furniture, and other goods. It operates both physical showrooms and an e-commerce platform, aiming to contribute to the local economy through digital business.
Rehab for Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for nursing care facilities. Established in 2016, the company focuses on developing a unique rehabilitation platform specifically designed for day service operations. Through its cloud support services, Rehab for Japan aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of rehabilitation processes in nursing care establishments, addressing the growing demand for innovative healthcare solutions in the region.
Mira Robotics
Funding Round in 2021
Mira Robotics, Inc. is a Japanese company based in Kawasaki City that specializes in designing and developing a Robot as a Service (RaaS) platform. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of services including robot development, robot intelligence, and cloud collaboration, enabling robots to be utilized in various fields. Through its innovative approach, Mira Robotics aims to enhance the functionality and accessibility of robotic technologies for diverse applications.
Funds is a loan investment firm that operates an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace, facilitating connections between individual investors and businesses seeking operating capital. Through its platform, Funds allows companies to secure financing by investing in funds via silent partnership agreements, starting from increments as low as 1 yen. This approach enables individual investors to manage their assets online while providing businesses access to necessary funds. By focusing on middle-risk, middle-return financial instruments, Funds aims to create a streamlined investment experience that benefits both lenders and borrowers.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
LegalForce
Series C in 2021
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.
LegalOn Technologies
Series C in 2021
LegalOn is an AI-driven platform specializing in contract review. It leverages AI, legal content, and team knowledge to identify potential risks, suggest redlines, and structure contract data, thereby enhancing efficiency in legal processes.
Epsilon Molecular Engineering
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2016, Epsilon Molecular Engineering specializes in drug discovery and development for antibodies and peptides. It offers contracted research services in biotechnology, consulting, and bioinformatics information management.
Cocon
Venture Round in 2020
Cocon, Inc. is a consulting firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cyber security services. Founded in 2013, the company originally operated under the name Panda Graphics, Inc. until rebranding in May 2015. Cocon provides a crowdsourcing platform that facilitates the production of animation content and offers voice work services. Additionally, it delivers motion production services and develops solutions for motion capture technology. The company's focus is on enhancing security measures for businesses, employing advanced technologies to protect data and improve security diagnostics across various sectors, including connected cars and industrial systems. Through its diverse offerings, Cocon aims to help organizations operate efficiently while mitigating information security risks.
G-Next
Venture Round in 2020
G-Next, established in 2001 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and delivering customer relationship management (CRM) software solutions. Its primary product, Discoveriez, is a SaaS-based platform designed to enhance customer interactions and services, leveraging AI technology for digital transformation.
Ghelia
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, Ghelia develops integrated AI solutions for business operations. Its offerings include Deep Station, deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a learning software. The company aims to make advanced deep learning technology accessible and beneficial to diverse users.
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.
Japan Data Science Consortium
Series B in 2020
Japan Data Science Consortium Co. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and robotic services. Established in 2014, JDSC offers a range of solutions including demand forecasting, predictive maintenance, and digital transformation. The company also focuses on zero re-delivery systems, optical character recognition, and image recognition services. Targeting sectors such as healthcare, education, and retail, JDSC provides comprehensive consulting support that encompasses system construction and organizational process transformation, all aimed at generating tangible profit through the effective use of AI technology.
Vitaars
Seed Round in 2020
Vitaars, known as T-ICU Co., Ltd., is a Japanese company headquartered in Kobe that specializes in remote medical support for intensive care unit (ICU) operations. The company addresses the critical shortage of intensivists in Japan by offering a remote consultation system called "RELIEVE," which provides 24/7 support from a team of experienced intensivists and certified intensive care nurses. This system enables non-specialized doctors to manage critically ill patients more effectively, alleviating the stress associated with high-stakes medical situations. In addition to tele-intensive care consultations, Vitaars also offers training for healthcare professionals in intensive and emergency care, enhancing their skills and improving patient outcomes. Through its innovative services, Vitaars ensures that patients receive essential intensive care regardless of their location or the time of day.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2019, Menou specializes in AI-driven visual inspection software. Their proprietary deep learning technology mimics human inspector techniques to maintain product quality without specialized human intervention.
WARPSPACE
Venture Round in 2020
WARPSPACE Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2016, originating from the University of Tsukuba, where it developed satellite projects for five years prior to its establishment. The company specializes in designing and developing satellite modules and ground system instruments. It provides communication infrastructure services for low Earth orbit satellites, including on-demand ground station services, intersatellite communication infrastructure, and portable ground station solutions. With its focus on advancing satellite technology, WARPSPACE aims to enhance connectivity and communication capabilities in the rapidly evolving space industry.
IB is a Tokyo-based insurance technology company founded in 2018 that offers an insurance book app to help users manage multiple policies. The app provides premium reminders to prevent billing errors and streamline claims. The company also offers a SaaS platform, Hokenbo for Business, for insurance business owners which integrates with the app, enabling efficient policy management and accurate invoicing. Through its fintech focus, IB aims to simplify insurance administration and reduce errors in claims and billing.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, Toridori Inc. specializes in influencer marketing services for individuals and businesses. It offers platforms like Toridori Base for job matching influencers with opportunities, Toridori Marketing to enhance corporate marketing activities, and a pay-for-performance advertising system.
Blue Innovation
Venture Round in 2020
Blue Innovation Co., Ltd., established in 1999 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and implementing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) solutions. The company creates optimized drones and their components, along with a proprietary platform, Blue Earth, which facilitates the remote, automated control and coordination of multiple drones for various applications. These include security, indoor inspection, education and safety, entertainment, and logistics services. Blue Innovation also engages in research and development projects, system development, and general operations, contributing to Japan's UAS Industry Promotion Council (JUIDA) as its secretariat.
Hackazouk
Seed Round in 2020
Hackazouk Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on alumni relationship management. Founded in 2017, it operates a platform called Official-Alumni.com, which helps organizations maintain connections with their former employees in Japan and the Philippines. The system facilitates communication between companies and alumni through a chat-type messaging function, allowing for seamless interactions and data accumulation. This innovative approach enables both individuals and organizations to adapt to evolving lifestyles and maintain meaningful relationships post-retirement or exit.
Mira Robotics
Seed Round in 2020
Mira Robotics, Inc. is a Japanese company based in Kawasaki City that specializes in designing and developing a Robot as a Service (RaaS) platform. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of services including robot development, robot intelligence, and cloud collaboration, enabling robots to be utilized in various fields. Through its innovative approach, Mira Robotics aims to enhance the functionality and accessibility of robotic technologies for diverse applications.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
AppBrew Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in the development of LIPS, a mobile application designed as a beauty-focused social media platform. LIPS allows users to share and read authentic reviews on a wide range of products, including cosmetics, nail care, personal care, and hair care from various brands. The application serves as a valuable resource for consumers seeking to gather information and insights about beauty products and accessories, making informed purchasing decisions.
Tiem Factory
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Tiem Factory specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of aerogel under the brand SUFA. The company's primary product is an ultra-light transparent insulation material designed for thermal insulation applications.
LegalForce
Series B in 2020
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.
ROXX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing and providing a job placement platform and related services tailored for musicians. Founded in 2013 and rebranded from Scouter Inc. in July 2019, ROXX operates key products such as Back Check, a reference verification service, and SARDINE, a cloud-based job database. The company's platform emphasizes the recruitment of inexperienced full-time employees and incorporates features that enhance reference compliance and research capabilities.
Neo Career
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2000, Neo Career operates an online platform for mid-career and new graduate recruitment. It offers recruitment services for various roles including doctors, nurses, office workers, and caregivers, along with temporary staff placement and outsourcing solutions. The company also provides education and training services. With headquarters in Shinjuku, Japan, Neo Career has additional offices across Asia.
LegalOn Technologies
Series B in 2020
LegalOn is an AI-driven platform specializing in contract review. It leverages AI, legal content, and team knowledge to identify potential risks, suggest redlines, and structure contract data, thereby enhancing efficiency in legal processes.
Caulis
Venture Round in 2020
Caulis Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing an open security platform designed to detect fraud and identity theft through the analysis of users’ online behavior. The platform incorporates a risk detection engine that safeguards users from unauthorized access and malicious activities. Caulis provides cloud-based fraud detection services tailored for corporate clients, which include features such as unauthorized access detection and anti-phishing measures. The company employs advanced technologies to automatically identify and register phishing sites with major browsing services. Additionally, Caulis monitors account resale information across various platforms, keeping clients informed through daily email notifications regarding account purchase activities.
Remohab
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Japan in 2017, Remohab specializes in remote telemedicine solutions for rehabilitation patients. Its core product, the Remohub system, leverages IoT and ICT technologies to connect patients at home with medical institutions remotely, facilitating cardiac rehabilitation.
Save Medical
Seed Round in 2020
Save Medical Corporation is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the design and development of a unit programmed medical software aimed at treating lifestyle-related diseases. The company's innovative software serves as a digital therapy tool, facilitating behavior change among patients to improve health outcomes. By utilizing scientifically based approaches, Save Medical's technology not only enhances treatment efficacy but also addresses personnel shortages in the medical industry, thereby optimizing medical costs and reducing the burden on healthcare staff. The company actively promotes the advancement of digital therapeutics and software as a medical device through strategic partnerships with other organizations.
LINK-US, established in 2014 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, specializes in the design, manufacture, and contract sales of ultrasonic complex vibration bonding equipment. The company's portfolio includes devices that utilize ultrasonic combined vibration and powerful ultrasonic technology, catering to a broad spectrum of similar and dissimilar metal materials. LINK-US focuses on room temperature bonding technology, offering solutions for various industries.
atta is an accommodation metasearch service that helps users discover hotels, apartments, and vacation rentals across destinations on a single platform. Users search by destination, dates, and number of guests and can sort results by price, type, or amenities. The service uses artificial intelligence and big data to optimize search results and present travelers with travel proposals that include budget guidance, airline tickets, and accommodation information. The app supports multiple languages and currently focuses on major destinations in Japan while continuing to expand its global coverage.
Piezo Studio
Series A in 2019
Piezo Studio Inc. is a manufacturing company based in Sendai, Japan, specializing in the design, development, and pre-production of electronic devices. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of products, including resonators, sensing devices, and material filters for low power wireless communications. In addition to its product offerings, Piezo Studio provides cut and polish services for crystals, as well as consulting and material evaluation services, enhancing its capabilities in material development. Through its comprehensive approach, the company aims to meet the diverse needs of the electronics market.
GRCS
Venture Round in 2019
GRCS, formerly NANAROQ, is a Japan-based company focusing on security risk management and governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions. Established in March 2005, it serves businesses with security solutions, product sales, and consulting services. Its consulting offerings cover IT security design, regulations and policies construction, risk analysis, and operations improvement, as well as financial technology services. The company markets GRC solutions organized into Solutions and Products divisions. The Solutions division provides design and implementation support for GRC tools and in-house products, along with related consulting activities such as IT security design, regulatory framework development, and system analysis. The Products division delivers GRC related products to support governance and compliance in client operations.
TNAX Biopharma
Series A in 2019
TNAX Biopharma Corp. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Tsukuba City, Japan, focused on the research and development of novel antibody therapeutics. The company aims to address unmet medical needs by creating innovative pharmaceutical drugs that enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from intractable diseases. TNAX Biopharma's approach centers on targeting the interactions between immunoreceptors and their ligands, which facilitates the development of effective treatments for challenging health conditions. Through its drug discovery initiatives, the company strives to provide impactful therapeutics to patients globally.
Epsilon Molecular Engineering
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Epsilon Molecular Engineering specializes in drug discovery and development for antibodies and peptides. It offers contracted research services in biotechnology, consulting, and bioinformatics information management.
Founded in Japan in 2015, AuB specializes in developing supplements, foods, and beverages designed to enhance the intestinal environment of athletes. The company's products are based on research into microbiome and stool samples from athletes, aiming to improve performance and overall human health.
HoloLab
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Japan in 2017, HoloLab specializes in the research and development of virtual reality software. The company focuses on creating innovative computing styles, expressions, and experiences by seamlessly connecting real and virtual environments. Using platforms such as Microsoft HoloLens and iPad, HoloLab develops custom AR/MR applications and systems tailored to clients' needs.
Tech Ocean
Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, Tech Ocean operates an AI-driven virtual recruitment platform focused on science and engineering students. It offers job hunting services for graduates and undergraduates, along with recruitment consulting services. The company aims to create optimal matches between candidates and tech companies, fostering a society where engineers can actively contribute.
Zenport
Venture Round in 2019
Zenport Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops cloud-based software solutions for shipping management and document management. The company operates under the mission to serve as "the common language for the global supply chain." Zenport offers an enterprise SaaS platform designed for global supply chain management (SCM), enabling various stakeholders to collaborate effectively across borders and functions despite ongoing disruptions in SCM. Their product provides visual insights into clients' SCM processes, supporting decision-making with highly flexible, automated data integration. This is achieved through a patented concept of simplified and standardized data schema, which addresses the inefficiencies of traditional offline communications such as emails, calls, and Excel spreadsheets.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Vark develops innovative virtual event platforms. Their flagship product enables live entertainment experiences within a Metaverse space, offering interactive environments, real-time audience engagement, customizable avatars, and immersive audio-visual elements.
Funds is a loan investment firm that operates an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace, facilitating connections between individual investors and businesses seeking operating capital. Through its platform, Funds allows companies to secure financing by investing in funds via silent partnership agreements, starting from increments as low as 1 yen. This approach enables individual investors to manage their assets online while providing businesses access to necessary funds. By focusing on middle-risk, middle-return financial instruments, Funds aims to create a streamlined investment experience that benefits both lenders and borrowers.
Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in innovative home technology with its flagship product, Atmoph Window. This smart digital window transforms indoor spaces by displaying 4K-shot videos of stunning sceneries from around the world, accompanied by realistic sounds. By providing a visual and auditory connection to nature, Atmoph aims to enhance the quality of time spent at home, offering an immersive experience that promotes tranquility and enjoyment. The company's approach redefines how individuals interact with their living environments, making it possible to bring the beauty of the outside world indoors.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Araya specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions. The company's core offerings include real-time image recognition AI processing services and deep reinforcement learning for autonomous drone or robot movement.
Japanese Organization for Medical Device Development
Venture Round in 2019
The Japanese Organization for Medical Device Development, Inc. focuses on the research, development, manufacture, and sale of medical devices, care welfare devices, and pharmaceutical products. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, the organization aims to enhance Japan's medical innovation and position the country as a leader in the medical device industry. Its product offerings include medical device incubators and type 2 medical devices, and it also engages in the dealership and leasing of specialized medical devices. Furthermore, the organization plans and designs clinical studies for various healthcare products and provides consulting services related to regulatory affairs and quality assurance. Despite Japan's strong technical capabilities in manufacturing, the medical device sector faces challenges, with imports significantly surpassing domestic production, indicating the need for improved utilization of local manufacturing technology.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, HoloEyes specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) applications for the medical field. The company transforms CT and MRI scans into interactive 3D anatomical models viewable through head-mounted displays, enhancing surgical planning, clinical education, and communication.
Trustdock
Series B in 2019
Trustdock Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing an identity verification platform. The company offers an identity confirmation API service that enables businesses to outsource Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and comply with various regulatory requirements, including laws related to criminal profit transfer prevention and cell phone fraud. Trustdock's platform is versatile and can be integrated with any ID service, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, including FinTech and shared economy sectors. Through its e-KYC and identity confirmation tools, Trustdock facilitates secure and trusted business relationships by providing services such as personal number acquisition, risk assessment, and mailing, allowing individuals and organizations to authenticate digital identities efficiently and effectively.
Chordia Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Chordia Therapeutics Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Fujisawa, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the research and development of innovative oncology drugs, focusing on delivering first-in-class therapies for cancers that currently have high unmet medical needs. Chordia Therapeutics is committed to advancing new therapeutic options to patients as swiftly as possible, aiming to address significant gaps in cancer treatment.
Founded in Japan in 2017, Babel is a technology company that specializes in video media provision. It leverages AI and machine learning technologies to create innovative business solutions and offers a cloud-based sales analysis tool.
Kyoto Robotics
Venture Round in 2019
Kyoto Robotics Corporation is a Japanese company that specializes in developing intelligent picking robots for the logistics industry. Founded in 2000 and based in Kusatsu, the company was previously known as 3D MEDiA Co., Ltd. until it rebranded in January 2018. Kyoto Robotics focuses on creating advanced robotics solutions that enhance logistics operations, including robots designed for palletizing and piece-picking applications. The company's innovative technology incorporates a 3D robot vision system capable of object recognition and pose estimation, allowing the robots to intelligently navigate and control their movements. In addition to its robotic products, Kyoto Robotics also provides technical support services to ensure optimal performance and integration within client operations.
Cart Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in the design and development of Naturacart, an online platform dedicated to the sale of natural and organic products. The platform offers a wide array of items, including wine, diapers, beauty care products, oils, spices, breads, dairy items, supplements, stationery, toiletries, and more. Cart provides consumers in Japan with access to wellness products sourced from around the globe, thereby enhancing the availability of natural and organic options in the market.
LegalForce
Series A in 2019
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.
LegalOn Technologies
Series A in 2019
LegalOn is an AI-driven platform specializing in contract review. It leverages AI, legal content, and team knowledge to identify potential risks, suggest redlines, and structure contract data, thereby enhancing efficiency in legal processes.
SpiderPlus
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1997, SpiderPlus develops software solutions for the construction industry. Its flagship product, SPIDERPLUS, is a site communication platform that manages and shares drawings and photos, aiming to enhance project quality, safety, and environmental friendliness.
Tiem Factory
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Tiem Factory specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of aerogel under the brand SUFA. The company's primary product is an ultra-light transparent insulation material designed for thermal insulation applications.
Shokunin-san.com
Venture Round in 2018
Shokunin-san.com, Inc. is a company based in Kobe, Japan, specializing in the retail of personal computers and peripheral equipment. In addition to its retail operations, the company focuses on the planning and management of information and communication services online, including homepage design and server installation and management. Furthermore, Shokunin-san.com is dedicated to developing regional information services primarily for the construction industry, operating a portal site that supports craftsmen and construction workers.
Talent and Assessment
Debt Financing in 2018
Talent and Assessment Inc. is a Tokyo-based company, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing an AI-driven recruitment platform known as SHaiN. This innovative application provides artificial intelligence-based interviewing services that allow candidates to participate in interviews anytime and anywhere using their smartphones. The platform utilizes unique strategic hiring methods to analyze candidates’ qualifications and offers diagnostic reports on their performance. By engaging applicants interactively, the AI assesses their responses and provides clients with detailed evaluations, which enhance recruitment efficiency and streamline the hiring process. Talent and Assessment’s focus on cutting-edge HR technology positions it as a leader in the talent acquisition sector.
TNAX Biopharma
Series A in 2018
TNAX Biopharma Corp. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Tsukuba City, Japan, focused on the research and development of novel antibody therapeutics. The company aims to address unmet medical needs by creating innovative pharmaceutical drugs that enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from intractable diseases. TNAX Biopharma's approach centers on targeting the interactions between immunoreceptors and their ligands, which facilitates the development of effective treatments for challenging health conditions. Through its drug discovery initiatives, the company strives to provide impactful therapeutics to patients globally.
LegalForce
Seed Round in 2018
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Vark develops innovative virtual event platforms. Their flagship product enables live entertainment experiences within a Metaverse space, offering interactive environments, real-time audience engagement, customizable avatars, and immersive audio-visual elements.
WealthNavi
Venture Round in 2018
WealthNavi Inc., established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and delivering a cloud-based online platform for asset management and risk management. This platform offers robo-advisory services, enabling users to discover diversified investment opportunities globally. The company's core offering is a risk management algorithm-driven platform designed to assist asset managers in their decision-making processes.
iYell
Venture Round in 2018
iYell Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing mortgage solutions for real estate companies. Incorporated in 2016, iYell has developed a comprehensive mortgage platform that facilitates mortgage analysis and improves the efficiency of the mortgage process. The platform integrates media and technology to enhance marketing efforts and streamline procedures, allowing users to access vital information about the mortgage market and various closing rates. By collaborating with financial institutions, iYell empowers both businesses and individuals to make informed mortgage decisions with ease.
CotoLab.
Seed Round in 2018
CotoLab Inc., headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Japan, is a media company focused on the design and development of a radio curation platform. The company also operates DIGLE, a music playlist sharing platform, and DIGLE MAGAZINE, a specialty media outlet centered around playlists. Additionally, CotoLab specializes in playlist production, digital activation tools, and cultural media management.
TRANBI
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, TRANBI operates Tranvi, an online platform facilitating direct negotiations between sellers and buyers of businesses. It enables users to sell their companies, stocks, assets, know-how, licenses, patents, or other business entities through its platform.
CellGenTech
Venture Round in 2018
CellGenTech is a therapeutics company focused on researching and developing gene therapy and regenerative medicine. It specializes in adipocyte-based therapies and related technologies to enable protein and enzyme delivery through transplantation of engineered human adipocytes. The company targets hereditary and orphan diseases, lysosomal storage disorders, hemophilia, diabetes, arteriosclerotic disease, cancer, and degenerative conditions. It pursues translational clinical research and seeks alliances to advance gene/cell therapies, with familial lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT) deficiency as its initial target, and plans to expand to additional rare diseases. Based in Chiba, Japan, CellGenTech aims to translate adipocyte-based approaches into clinically viable treatments.
AI Inside
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, AI Inside specializes in software development and artificial intelligence. It offers DX Suite, an AI-powered Optical Character Recognition (OCR) platform, transforming information into digital data to enhance productivity.
GEXVal Inc. is a drug discovery company based in Fujisawa, Japan, founded in 2018. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative treatments for rare and incurable diseases, particularly in the fields of psychiatry, neurology, and pulmonary arterial hypertension. GEXVal is dedicated to addressing the needs of patients and families affected by these conditions by providing cost-effective treatment options that aim to enhance health and improve quality of life. Through its specialized research efforts, GEXVal seeks to develop compounds that target intractable diseases, enabling physicians to offer better therapeutic solutions to their patients.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Vark develops innovative virtual event platforms. Their flagship product enables live entertainment experiences within a Metaverse space, offering interactive environments, real-time audience engagement, customizable avatars, and immersive audio-visual elements.
Reborna Biosciences
Seed Round in 2018
Reborna Biosciences specializes in researching and developing treatments for genetic diseases, focusing on areas with unmet medical needs. The company's core technology enables low-molecular compounds to target ribonucleic acid (RNA), leading to the creation of new disease-modifying drugs for patients suffering from rare genetic diseases such as spinal muscular atrophy.
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.