SBI Investment

SBI Investment Co., Ltd. is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 1996. The company plays a pivotal role in supporting the development and growth of private venture companies by providing funding and comprehensive services. With a focus on emerging technologies, SBI Investment targets sectors such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, financial technology, information technology, security, e-commerce, biotechnology, life sciences, healthcare, and environmental energy. Over its 28-year history, SBI Investment has partnered with numerous ventures, having invested in a total of 986 companies, with a notable percentage achieving successful exits through IPOs or mergers and acquisitions. The firm strives to create and nurture core industries, positioning itself as a key player in the venture capital landscape of Korea and beyond.

Takashi Goto

Executive Vice President and Director

Ahn Jae- gwang

Director

Katsuya Kawashima

Director and President

Past deals in Series B

Lazuli

Series B in 2024
Lazuli is a software-as-a-service platform that assists companies in managing and transforming product data through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform facilitates the entire lifecycle of digital goods, from raw materials to finished products, by creating a comprehensive database that supports product search, planning, and market analysis. This functionality enables retailers and e-commerce businesses to explore cost-effective manufacturing strategies, thereby enhancing their productivity and operational efficiency.

Mode

Series B in 2024
Mode, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, the company provides end-to-end semi-custom IoT and artificial intelligence solutions. Mode's platform enables devices to communicate with mobile clients and facilitates the tracking and management of both devices and users. Their innovative BizStack IoT and BizStack AI solutions collect real-time data from various sensors and devices, which is then sanitized and structured for analysis. This data is presented through customizable dashboards that offer valuable insights, allowing organizations to enhance their operations and turn ideas into sustainable solutions. Mode's technology can be deployed significantly faster and more cost-effectively compared to traditional development methods, making it an appealing choice for businesses seeking to leverage IoT and AI capabilities.

Trinity Technology

Series B in 2024
Trinity Technology is technology company that provides services related to asset protection and inheritance planning.

Wiz Freight

Series B in 2024
Wiz Freight is a supply chain startup that offers digital freight forwarder services for modern-day logistics. The company's AI-powered disruptive supply chain technology helps reduce manual work through automation, improve visibility, and generate savings for its customers. The company streamlines global shipping, ensuring it is efficient, and hassle-free, and provides high visibility for businesses.

Oxford Quantum Circuits

Series B in 2023
Oxford Quantum Circuits specializes in quantum computing technology that aims to address significant global challenges, such as climate change and drug discovery. The company has developed a fully functional quantum computer that integrates control systems, hardware, and software, enabling customers to streamline operations and explore innovative solutions. Their unique superconducting circuits are designed to maintain high qubit quality and control, which is essential for achieving commercially viable processing power. By leveraging this advanced technology, Oxford Quantum Circuits supports a range of applications, from pioneering new battery technologies to facilitating life-changing discoveries in medicine.

Medipixel

Series B in 2023
Medipixel, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based diagnostic software and semi-autonomous surgical tools for lung cancer and cardiac disease interventions. The company employs a team of experts in computer vision, deep learning, and reinforcement learning, collaborating with leading healthcare institutions to enhance diagnostic and surgical processes. Medipixel offers several innovative solutions, including an AI-based diagnosis tool that assists doctors in identifying lesions during coronary angiography, a guide and planning solution that visualizes hidden coronary artery segments to facilitate guidewire manipulation, and an automated navigation engine that optimizes robotic control for surgical procedures. By integrating advanced AI technologies, Medipixel aims to improve the quality of medical care and patient outcomes in the field of surgery.

Sauce

Series B in 2023
Sauce sends data over sound that cannot be heard by humans, enabling connection among devices without additional hardware.

EVAR

Series B in 2023
EVAR is focused on advancing electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions through the development of autonomous robotic chargers. The company addresses social and environmental concerns related to EV charging by offering a comprehensive system that includes both chargers and autonomous recharging robots. These robots are designed to navigate independently, detect hazards, and recognize vehicles in need of charging through license plate or QR code identification. This innovative approach provides electric car owners with a convenient and flexible charging infrastructure, allowing them to recharge their vehicles at any time and place.

Ace Turtle Omni Pvt Ltd

Series B in 2023
Ace Turtle Omni Pvt Ltd is a technology and services company based in Bengaluru, India, specializing in e-commerce and multichannel solutions for brands and retailers. Established in 2013, the company provides an end-to-end enterprise solution that facilitates engagement and transactions with omni-channel consumers. Its offerings include a comprehensive e-commerce platform, omni-channel operations, customer support, marketing, analytics, and fulfillment services. Ace Turtle also features a proprietary order management system designed to optimize inventory, margins, and conversions. The company is known for its vertical integration, encompassing design, local manufacturing, and marketing, which enables it to respond effectively to consumer demands. Additionally, Ace Turtle holds exclusive licenses for well-known global brands such as Lee, Wrangler, Toys“R”Us, Babies“R”Us, and Dockers in India and other South Asian markets, driving innovation and transformation within the retail sector.

Big Ocean E&M

Series B in 2023
Big Ocean E&M is an entertainment media company that offers drama, film, and music production services.

WorkIndia

Series B in 2023
WorkIndia is an online recruitment platform designed to connect blue-collar job seekers with employers. The platform allows candidates to search for suitable employment and apply with a single click, streamlining the hiring process. By automating tasks such as verifying employee eligibility and scheduling interviews, WorkIndia eliminates the need for middlemen and reduces the risk of fraudulent job listings. This creates a trustworthy environment for job seekers to find genuine opportunities while enabling recruiters to effectively attract and screen candidates. Through its innovative approach, WorkIndia aims to enhance the recruitment experience for both job seekers and employers.

Asuene

Series B in 2022
Asuene is focused on providing renewable power retail services that facilitate local production and consumption of energy. Additionally, the company has developed a carbon management platform aimed at helping organizations track, manage, and report their greenhouse gas emissions as well as other environmental impacts. This platform employs artificial intelligence to integrate diverse data sources, enabling the collection of emissions information and the formulation of strategies to reduce pollutants over time. Through its innovative solutions, Asuene assists organizations in managing their environmental impact, ensuring compliance with regulations, and achieving their sustainability objectives.

Dot Inc.

Series B in 2022
Dot Pad — The first tactile graphics display for the visually impaired. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaxlpMj1sxU) Dot Kiosk - The most accessible kiosk for the disabled and everyone in a smart city.

Ovice

Series B in 2022
oVice, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that creates a virtual office platform designed to enhance remote communication through voice chat. Established in 2020, oVice allows users to connect and collaborate in a lifelike online environment, where they can move, talk, and interact as avatars. The platform features customizable layouts, lockable rooms, and the ability to place static objects, making it suitable for various purposes, including remote offices, events, and academic conferences. By focusing on natural interactions, oVice enables clearer voice communication based on proximity, facilitating seamless networking without the need to switch rooms. The concept was developed by founder Sae Hyung Jung in response to the challenges of maintaining team cohesion during the COVID pandemic.

Cowche

Series B in 2022
KAUCHE is a share-buying app that enables users to enjoy low-cost shopping by group-buying with share-buying companions such as friends and family. They provide services for online and mail-order retail shops. KAUCHE is committed in creating an exciting shopping experience for both customers and partners who want to sell products.

Mellow

Series B in 2022
Mellow is a food and beverage company that offers a food truck platform and event management support services.

Arzooo.com

Series B in 2022
We are disrupting $80bn+ electronics retail market in India, largely dominated by fragmented physical retail (90% share), with Arzooo "Go Store" technology, removing barriers of scale and inventory, and making each retail store better than an e-commerce platform with the largest virtual selection and the best prices to in-shop consumers, higher profits to retailers, along with integrated financing and quick delivery capabilities. Arzooo has also become the gateway for fast growing emerging brands to launch into huge untapped offline channel.

Uppthera

Series B in 2022
Operator of a pharmaceutical venture company aiming to develop new drugs based on protac technology. The company provides a protein degradation platform employing a ubiquitin-proteasome system in the body, enabling patients to recover from metabolic disease and several cancers including hematologic malignancy and others.

Terra Drone

Series B in 2022
Terra Drone is a drone and software manufacturer, based in Tokyo. By using drone, Terra Drone also delivers civil engineering surveying services for construction companies and analyzes data. With a wide range of usecase of drone, Terra Drone also helps companies to carry out inspection of complex job sites, such as those in construction, oil and gas extraction, agriculture.

Apollo Agriculture

Series B in 2022
Apollo Agriculture Ltd. is an agtech company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that supports smallholder farmers by providing financial and technical assistance. Founded in 2015, the company offers loans to help farmers acquire essential inputs such as fertilizer, seeds, and crop insurance, along with access to expert advice. By utilizing agronomic machine learning, remote sensing, and mobile technology, Apollo customizes financing packages based on individual farmer needs, assessing credit risk through satellite and soil data. This tailored approach aims to enhance farming practices and significantly increase crop yields, thereby maximizing profits for farmers in emerging markets.

Nodit

Series B in 2022
# Nodit Nodit is a Web3 development platform specialized in blockchain data. Nodit aims to provide enterprise-grade multi-chain Web3 infrastructure accessible to everyone. By offering reliable node infrastructure with 99.9% uptime and consistent ready-to-query blockchain data at an affordable price, we are facilitating developers’ entry into the Web3 world. # Lambda256 Lambda256, the blockchain tech arm of Dunamu, developed and operates Nodit, which enhances efficiency in managing tasks like blockchain network setup, node operation, and data processing for Ethereum, Arbitrum, and Aptos and Luniverse, a cloud-based blockchain infrastructure platform. Lambda256 also offers a travel rule solution to meet FATF guidelines, improving security and compliance for virtual asset transactions. The company secured Series A funding, followed by Series B funding in December 2021, achieving a total accumulated investment of approximately +80 million USD.

Inibio

Series B in 2022
Inibio is a biomedical company that focuses on the development of botulinum toxin for medical aesthetics. The firm specializes in creating botox using organic, plant-derived ingredients, ensuring a product that offers proven stability and productivity for its customers. By leveraging sustainable components, Inibio aims to provide an innovative alternative in the cosmetic industry, catering to the growing demand for effective and natural aesthetic treatments.

FOODPANG

Series B in 2022
Food Pang is a food ordering app.

Nodit

Series B in 2021
# Nodit Nodit is a Web3 development platform specialized in blockchain data. Nodit aims to provide enterprise-grade multi-chain Web3 infrastructure accessible to everyone. By offering reliable node infrastructure with 99.9% uptime and consistent ready-to-query blockchain data at an affordable price, we are facilitating developers’ entry into the Web3 world. # Lambda256 Lambda256, the blockchain tech arm of Dunamu, developed and operates Nodit, which enhances efficiency in managing tasks like blockchain network setup, node operation, and data processing for Ethereum, Arbitrum, and Aptos and Luniverse, a cloud-based blockchain infrastructure platform. Lambda256 also offers a travel rule solution to meet FATF guidelines, improving security and compliance for virtual asset transactions. The company secured Series A funding, followed by Series B funding in December 2021, achieving a total accumulated investment of approximately +80 million USD.

TFJ

Series B in 2021
TFJ Global is a chemical company that specializes in the development of eco-friendly water-repellent products aimed at enhancing the functionality and durability of textiles. Utilizing non-fluorine nanotechnology, the company creates a protective layer that resists stains and maintains high antibacterial properties, even after multiple washes. This innovative approach allows customers to improve the utility, comfort, and longevity of various materials, including leather and wallpaper. Through its advanced chemical solutions, TFJ Global contributes to the textile industry by providing sustainable options that meet the demands of modern consumers.

Neurophet

Series B in 2021
Neurophet, Inc. is a neuroscience company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing innovative software solutions for brain stimulation and treatment of neurological disorders. The company's flagship product, Neurophet tES Lab, is a simulation software that calculates and visualizes the effects of brain stimulation by utilizing individual brain structures and specific stimulation conditions. Neurophet employs its proprietary Segengine technology, which can automatically segment brain magnetic resonance images into 107 distinct regions within a minute. This technology aids in predicting and investigating stimulation effects for conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, providing clinicians with a three-dimensional brain model and stimulation parameter guidance. By leveraging deep learning and numerical optimization techniques, Neurophet enables healthcare professionals to focus interventions on targeted regions of the brain, enhancing treatment efficacy for patients with brain diseases.

Balaan

Series B in 2021
Balaan is an online marketplace that specializes in providing access to luxury fashion products, including clothing, accessories, and jewelry from renowned brands. By partnering with local boutiques in Europe, Balaan ensures that customers can receive the latest luxury items within three days at competitive prices, making high-end fashion more accessible. The platform aims to cater to both men and women, offering a diverse selection of multi-branded goods that appeal to fashion enthusiasts looking for quality and affordability.

GAIA BioMedicine

Series B in 2021
GAIA BioMedicine Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, founded in 2015 as a spin-off from Kyushu University. The company focuses on developing regenerative medicine products, specifically specializing in cell treatments and immunotherapies aimed at combating intractable malignancies. GAIA BioMedicine employs advanced technology to harness the power of genes and the immune system, enabling patients to better fight challenging diseases. With a commitment to innovation, the firm seeks to address significant unmet medical needs in cancer treatment through its specialized therapies.

Bankware Global

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul, Korea, Bankware Global is a banking software developer that specializes in providing core banking solutions and financial software systems. The company serves a diverse clientele, including retail, corporate, private, treasury, fund administration, microfinance, and community banks, with over 100 financial institutions across seven countries in the Asia Pacific region. Notably, five digital banks in Korea, China, Japan, and Taiwan utilize Bankware Global's core banking software, highlighting the company's reputation as a leading provider in this sector. With offices in three countries, Bankware Global is recognized for its expertise in creating comprehensive financial institution products and transaction business software tailored for both domestic and international markets.

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.

Kuda

Series B in 2021
Kuda is a digital-only bank established in 2019 by Babs Ogundeyi and Musty Mustapha, headquartered in London. The bank aims to provide accessible banking services to every African globally, promoting healthier financial lives through its platform. Kuda offers free banking services, enabling users to open digital accounts without incurring unnecessary charges. Its features include tools for smart budgeting, saving, and spending, allowing customers to earn interest on their savings and access low-interest loans. By eliminating the need for physical banking, Kuda simplifies financial management for its users, making saving easy and rewarding.

CMES Robotics

Series B in 2021
CMES Robotics is an AI-powered robotics company that enables 3D vision for factory robots. CMES AI vision software includes high-precision vision sensors, robot calibration, a processing core, a simulator, and robot control. It enables robots to pick up objects that are unstructured, flexible, or deformed, as well as load and unload them. CMES Vision software has been used in void-filling and random depalletization applications all over the world.

Sauce

Series B in 2021
Sauce sends data over sound that cannot be heard by humans, enabling connection among devices without additional hardware.

Divido

Series B in 2021
Divido is a global white label consumer lending platform that enables financial institutions and multinational retailers to enhance their sales and customer experience by offering financing options at the point of purchase. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, Divido's omnichannel platform facilitates transactions online, in-store, and via mobile, allowing consumers to spread the cost of significant purchases through installments. The platform integrates seamlessly with multiple lenders, making it accessible across various countries with a single integration. With over 1,000 partners, including notable brands such as BMW and Lenovo, Divido aims to create new revenue streams for merchants and lenders by providing instant credit options to both consumers and corporate clients. The company has expanded its operations to nine countries, reflecting its growth and commitment to improving the retail finance landscape.

HOWSER

Series B in 2021
HOWSER provides furniture construction and delivery solutions through an online infrastructure based on IT technology.

Gbike

Series B in 2021
Gbike is a mobility sharing startup in Korea, innovating green urban mobility in Korea where currently car-centric environment. Our service includes bike and scooter sharing with IT services specialized for Korean market & Asia, Pacifics.

Dalock

Series B in 2021
DaLock is a self-storage company that specializes in providing warehousing services to help clients manage their space and physical limitations. The company offers a range of services, including logistics, distribution storage, and warehouse areas, utilizing unused space to enhance the living and working environments of its customers. By addressing storage needs, DaLock aims to improve the quality of life for individuals and businesses alike.

Episode Six

Series B in 2021
Episode Six Limited develops a cloud-based software platform that enables users to design, issue, and manage financial and payment products tailored for banks, financial technology companies, retailers, and payment service providers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong, with additional offices in Tokyo, Singapore, London, and Austin, Texas, the company offers a payment technology that features globally distributed ledgers and processing capabilities. This allows financial institutions and brands to digitize their payment systems and respond effectively to customer demands. The platform integrates seamlessly within existing or new payment infrastructures, facilitating the effortless development and customization of advanced, consumer-centric payment products. Built on an open-source code framework, it provides a comprehensive set of APIs for easy development, connection, and integration.

Token.io

Series B in 2021
Token.io is a payment infrastructure provider that specializes in account-to-account (A2A) payments, leveraging open banking to facilitate a seamless transition from traditional payment methods to direct bank payments. The company offers a robust platform designed to enhance payment processing for providers, enabling them to effectively implement Pay by Bank as a core payment option. With access to over 567 million bank accounts across 21 countries, Token.io ensures high connectivity and performance, catering to a significant portion of the market. Its deployment options are versatile, allowing payment providers to utilize Token.io's licenses and advanced authentication flows to streamline their operations. The platform has garnered a strong reputation, supported by partnerships with prominent financial institutions and payment processors, collectively serving millions of merchants globally.

iGinet

Series B in 2020
iGinet is an AI-based insuretech company that creates a virtuous cycle structure of an advanced insurance ecosystem.

unilabo

Series B in 2020
Unilabo, Inc. operates a business-to-business (B2B) ordering platform based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2012. The company specializes in a supplier search service that provides detailed information on suppliers, subcontractors, and outsourcing companies. This service highlights the characteristics, achievements, and offerings of these entities, which are often difficult to discover through traditional search methods. Unilabo's platform, known as Aimitsu, enables users to compare service information and pricing across various sectors, including IT and information systems, sales and marketing, back office operations, and overseas expansion. This comprehensive approach supports businesses in making informed decisions when selecting suppliers and partners.

Brandi

Series B in 2020
Brandi is a vertical commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in both business-to-consumer and business-to-business platforms for fashion and beauty shopping. Founded in 2014, Brandi offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, cosmetics, and home interior items. The company's retail platform connects manufacturers, wholesalers, and consumers, creating a comprehensive fashion ecosystem that enables customers to access trending products at affordable prices. Through its innovative approach, Brandi aims to empower young shoppers and enhance their shopping experience in the fashion industry.

PasarPolis

Series B in 2020
PasarPolis is an insurtech startup based in Jakarta, Indonesia, founded in 2015 by Cleosent Randing. The company operates an online insurance comparison platform that aims to make insurance accessible to emerging consumers. It provides a variety of insurance options, including health, life, car, personal accident, property, and travel insurance. Through its online portal, PasarPolis enables customers to obtain quotes and manage claims efficiently, ensuring access to fast and affordable insurance plans.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2020
Manebi is a lifestyle brand offering vacation apparel with a focus on high-quality, slow production, and ethical craftsmanship. Manebi's collection is made from upcycled fibers, natural materials, organic cotton, and recycled EVA, demonstrating her dedication to eco-friendly day-to-night vacation wear.

WealthPark

Series B in 2020
WealthPark, Inc. is a digital asset management company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in real estate management services. Established in 1967, WealthPark offers a platform that facilitates connections between investors and property managers. The platform provides various features, including real estate portfolio monitoring, communication with property managers, document storage, and access to property information. Additionally, it supports property management across major cities in Japan and England, enabling clients to manage financials and utilize AI-powered property valuation tools. Through its mobile application, WealthPark aims to democratize access to alternative investments and unique opportunities in the real estate sector.

Nearthlab

Series B in 2020
Nearthlab, Inc. is a technology-focused start-up based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the development of autonomous drone systems primarily for the wind and renewable energy sectors. Founded by graduates of KAIST, the company leverages proprietary deep-learning algorithms to enhance safety inspections. Its flagship products include NearthWIND Pro, an autonomous drone designed for wind turbine inspections that can detect cracks and damages using AI, Zoomable, a cloud-based platform for managing and analyzing inspection data, and NearthWIND Mobile, a mobile solution for autonomous flight control. Nearthlab's AI technology allows for efficient autonomous flight in low-computing power and low-latency conditions, significantly reducing inspection times from hours to minutes. The company is supported by prominent venture capital firms in Korea, positioning it as a leader in drone technology for inspection purposes.

Alivexis

Series B in 2020
Alivexis is a preclinical stage drug discovery company based in Tokyo, specializing in the rapid design and generation of small molecule clinical candidates aimed at addressing high-value disease targets. The company leverages advanced computational drug discovery techniques and unique biological insights to accelerate the development of new medicines. Its international team consists of experts in drug design and disease biology, drawing on extensive research and development experience from global pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms. Alivexis's platform is designed to enhance biotechnological research, ultimately enabling healthcare professionals to deliver effective treatments to patients with unmet medical needs.

Influential

Series B in 2020
Influential Inc. is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2008. It specializes in publishing books and audiobooks, and it also organizes lectures and seminars featuring industry experts for various organizations. The company offers subscription services for its online audiobooks, catering to a global audience seeking professional development and knowledge.

Odd Concepts

Series B in 2020
Odd Concepts Inc. specializes in developing computer vision and artificial intelligence technology solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of image recognition and search technology as a cloud-based API service. Their platform enables clients to conduct product data analysis and link offline shopping businesses to the online market, facilitating online-to-offline (O2O) commerce. Odd Concepts tailors its offerings to meet the specific needs of each customer, ensuring optimal results through the expert tuning of analysis engines. The company's innovative approach aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing efficient search capabilities and product recommendations.

Spoon Labs

Series B in 2019
Spoon Labs provides the potential of creating material that enriches people's daily lives all across the world.

Balaan

Series B in 2019
Balaan is an online marketplace that specializes in providing access to luxury fashion products, including clothing, accessories, and jewelry from renowned brands. By partnering with local boutiques in Europe, Balaan ensures that customers can receive the latest luxury items within three days at competitive prices, making high-end fashion more accessible. The platform aims to cater to both men and women, offering a diverse selection of multi-branded goods that appeal to fashion enthusiasts looking for quality and affordability.

Nosh

Series B in 2019
Nosh is a delivery food service platform focused on promoting healthy eating habits. The company provides a diverse menu of food and beverage items, all meticulously crafted by chefs to meet specific dietary requirements. These offerings are tailored based on various nutritional parameters, including sugar, sodium, and protein content. Nosh aims to facilitate a balanced diet for its customers, making it easier for them to adopt healthier food choices in their daily lives.

Heartseed

Series B in 2019
Heartseed Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on developing myocardial regeneration medicine using induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells. The company is dedicated to advancing the clinical application of regenerative medicine for heart disease, specifically through the development and commercialization of iPS cell-derived cardiomyocyte replacement therapy aimed at treating advanced heart failure. Heartseed's mission is to transform heart disease treatment by pioneering innovative solutions in myocardial regeneration.

Timee

Venture Round in 2019
Timee, Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in the planning, development, and operation of applications, particularly focusing on a gig working platform. Founded in August 2017 and based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, Timee addresses labor shortages by connecting individuals seeking work with businesses in need of temporary labor. The platform facilitates on-demand job opportunities, making it a leading solution in the gig economy within Japan.

ZEN Rooms

Series B in 2019
ZEN Rooms and ZEN Hospitality Solutions are a leading provider of technology solutions to Southeast Asian hoteliers. Founded in 2015, ZEN was a pioneer in revenue management solutions in Southeast Asia to help budget hoteliers offer better experiences to their guests and run more optimally. ZEN Rooms and ZEN Hospitality Solutions are now part of the Yanolja Group, Korea's leading travel company. ZEN operates throughout Southeast Asia.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Series B 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.

Metro Engines

Series B in 2019
Metro Engines is a remote sensing company that specializes in LIDAR technology and atmospheric measurement devices. The company provides meteorological information and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions to enhance data collection and analysis. Metro Engines focuses on delivering precise environmental insights that can be utilized across various applications, improving decision-making processes in sectors where accurate atmospheric data is crucial. Through its innovative technology, the company aims to support businesses in optimizing their operations and enhancing their service offerings.

Holoeyes

Series B in 2019
HoloEyes Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing virtual reality applications for the medical field. The company's platform allows healthcare professionals to transform CT scan data into three-dimensional images, facilitating better visualization and understanding of medical conditions. By creating a medical VR database from accumulated 3D human body models, HoloEyes aims to enhance surgical planning and diagnosis. The technology enables surgeons to simulate operations in a virtual environment, improving their ability to prepare for complex procedures. HoloEyes is focused on expanding its business and increasing its workforce to further develop its innovative VR healthcare solutions.

Satsuma Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2019
Satsuma Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for migraine. The company's lead product candidate, STS101, is a drug-device combination that features a proprietary dry-powder formulation of dihydroergotamine mesylate. This product is designed for self-administration through a pre-filled, single-use nasal delivery device and is currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials. Founded in 2016 and based in South San Francisco, California, Satsuma aims to provide an effective therapeutic option for individuals suffering from acute migraine episodes.

mfine

Series B in 2019
Mfine is an health-tech startup that offers an AI-powered online doctor consultation app. Their doctors have access to a proprietary Assistive Intelligence platform that can analyze the symptoms and deliver accurate prognosis for the specialist to assess patients. This means, the doctor knows about patients' condition even before they’ve seen them, making the diagnosis quicker and sharper. Mfine aims to make access to trusted healthcare simple, fast and proactive. With a combination of new-age technology and partnerships with best in class hospitals/clinics, they designed mfine keeping consumer experience at its core. Mfine brings in instant and continuous connectivity with top doctors of the best hospitals. It uses cutting edge technology to keep track of your health parameters and keep all your health data in your control and easily accessible. Digital wearable devices, mobile app, and at-home services bring in the much-needed convenience and speed in getting you the right care when you need it. Mfine was founded in 2017 and is based in Bengaluru.

SkyDisc

Series B in 2019
SkyDisk provides one-stop services that are necessary to make it easier to use the IoT service. Their mission is to solve business problems by visualizing data through sensors and analysis.

EdiGENE Japan

Series B in 2019
EdiGENE Japan, now known as Modalis Therapeutics Corporation, is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo that focuses on developing innovative therapies for serious genetic disorders. Founded in 2016, the company leverages its proprietary CRISPR-GNDM technology, which allows for precise modulation of gene expression and histone modification without the need for traditional gene editing methods. Modalis Therapeutics aims to address unmet medical needs related to orphan genetic diseases, building a robust intellectual property portfolio in collaboration with the University of Tokyo.

Jolly Good

Corporate Round in 2019
Jolly Good Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) mobile applications tailored for the television and film industry, notably through its application GuruVR, which offers 360° content. In addition to its entertainment-focused offerings, Jolly Good also incorporates medical and digital therapy VR technology aimed at enhancing both medical and industrial applications. The company has created high-precision augmented reality (AR) and VR systems that support various initiatives, including medical training, long-term care training, and social skills development for individuals with developmental impairments. Through these innovative solutions, Jolly Good aims to improve treatment outcomes and optimize training processes for professionals in both the medical and entertainment sectors.

Updater

Series B in 2019
Updater is a sustainability platform focused on renewable energy and environmental initiatives. The company provides natural energy retail services to both corporate and individual consumers, aiming to simplify the process of renewable energy production. Its offerings include the construction and sale of renewable energy power plants, as well as community development projects. In addition to energy retail, Updater engages in research and development, delivering solutions that enhance accessibility and convenience in electricity production. Through its commitment to sustainability and social issues, Updater seeks to promote renewable electricity and well-being within communities.

Aptpod

Series B in 2018
aptpod has been in pursuit of frameworks that optimize all layers of data gathering (logger), transmitting (internet channel), and visualizing (UI/UX) data with one stop even before the IoT boom. In the age when things are connected via the internet, it brings reform to industrial scenes, research and development, and scenes of living through data processing of each device, real-time transmission using mobile networks, and visualization and analysis of fast data.

Fresh Your Life

Series B in 2018
Beijing Xianlife E-Commerce is a private company engaged in business-to-consumer food e-commerce. The company is based in China.

Sugarhill

Series B in 2018
Sugarhill is a Korean company that operates a commercial real estate platform known as Nemo. This platform is designed to facilitate the registration and promotion of various properties, including offices, retail spaces, and shared office environments. By enhancing information symmetry in real estate transactions and contracts, Sugarhill aims to provide clients with reliable data. Additionally, the platform offers access to furniture and office supplies, further supporting businesses in their search for suitable office space.

Vuno

Series B in 2018
Vuno offers artificial intelligence-based medical solutions for doctors and patients that provides a platform and consulting services for medical data analysis. Vuno develops automatic algorithm against various problems that occurs in medical sites as well as it develops diagnostic and quantification assisting software. The clients of the company are Asan Medical Center and HYUNDAI. The company offers VunoMed that provides different forms of data analyzation for medical videos, ECGs, brain waves, and EMR data. Vuno is located in South Korea and the company was founded in 2014 by Yeha Lee, Kyu-Hwan Jung, and Dannis Kim.

Meltin MMI

Series B in 2018
Meltin MMI Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of cyborg-technology robotics for the medical sector. The company manufactures advanced wire-driven robotic systems, including biosensors and prosthetic hands, which facilitate fine finger movements for amputees. Meltin MMI employs bio-signal processing technology to analyze human body movements and intentions, allowing users to control robotic devices with minimal effort. The company gained recognition for its innovations and participated in the Cybathlon 2016, where it showcased its capabilities and received the Microsoft Innovation Award.

LastRoots

Series B in 2018
LastRoots is a cryptocurrency developer that offers financial planning, development, and management services utilizing blockchain technology. The company provides virtual currency exchange services, allowing users to tap a mark that appears upon completing the viewing of movies or videos. This feature enables users to exchange their accrued virtual currency for other currencies, or to make payments at stores and purchase products. Through its innovative approach, LastRoots aims to enhance the integration of cryptocurrency into everyday transactions.

Veem

Series B in 2018
Veem is a payment service provider that helps simplify the way businesses send and receive funds. It offers a platform that enables small businesses to send and receive payments in local currency. Using blockchain as a payment rail, the company eliminates the need for intermediary banks, reducing costs for small- and medium-sized businesses. It converts the sender’s funds into bitcoin, selling the digital currency at an exchange for the desired currency of the recipient. Aldo Carrascoso and Marwan Forzley co-founded the company in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Tamr

Series B in 2018
Tamr, Inc. is an enterprise data unification company that specializes in providing data management solutions. The company offers a platform that utilizes machine learning combined with human expertise to identify and integrate diverse internal and external data sources, thereby enabling organizations to manage siloed data effectively. Tamr's services include enterprise data preparation, clinical data conversion, procurement optimization, and customer data integration, catering to various sectors such as financial services, life sciences, government, and manufacturing. Founded in 2013 by experienced professionals in the database industry, Tamr is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in major cities including New York, Seattle, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., and London. The company aims to deliver valuable insights from data, supporting clients in achieving successful business outcomes.

Cinnamon AI

Series B in 2018
Cinnamon AI is a company that focuses on developing artificial intelligence-based business platforms aimed at enhancing human potential by reducing repetitive tasks. Its platform incorporates human-like intelligence, including capabilities in academic understanding, recognition, and judgment. This technology assists users in selecting suitable and adaptable correspondence based on the context and specific partner interactions, utilizing patterns derived from accumulated data. By streamlining these processes, Cinnamon AI enables users to redirect their efforts towards more creative and strategic work.

Etix Everywhere

Series B in 2018
Etix Everywhere is a fast-growing startup financing, designing, building and operating innovative data centers. Based in Luxembourg, the company offers colocation services in its global data center network, builds tailor-made data centers. With 50% of staff dedicated to R&D, Etix Everywhere develops smart devices & softwares to empower data centers with Artificial Intelligence.

OwlTing

Series B in 2018
Founded in 2010, OwlTing Group is a blockchain technology company which provides easy access to blockchain solutions for industries such as finance, hospitality, agriculture, logistics and mobility that share needs for cost-effective resilience and transparency across the globe.

Unirobot

Series B in 2018
Unirobot Corporation, established in 2014 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of next-generation social robots. These robotic systems are designed to enhance social interaction and communication, particularly for elderly individuals and children. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Unirobot's products can recognize and remember family members' faces, provide emotional support, and assist with household tasks. The company also engages in research and development of embedded software and personal AI technologies, focusing on natural language processing to improve user experience. Through its innovative solutions, Unirobot aims to enrich the domestic lives of users by offering companionship and practical assistance.

Podbbang

Series B in 2018
Podbbang is an audio content platform based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in podcasts across various genres, including culture, entertainment, current affairs, economy, language, and sports. The company offers a diverse range of audio content, featuring contributions from writers, professional voice actors, entertainers, and lectures on numerous topics. Podbbang's platform is designed to facilitate both the enjoyment and creation of audio content, making it accessible and user-friendly for its audience.

CureApp

Series B in 2018
CureApp, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing mobile applications aimed at treating various health conditions, particularly nicotine addiction. The company's flagship product, a nicotine addiction treatment app, was launched in February 2015 in collaboration with the Division of Pulmonary Medicine at Keio University’s School of Medicine. CureApp is recognized as a prominent player in the digital health sector, focusing on applications that exhibit therapeutic effects against diseases. The company is actively conducting clinical trials to validate the efficacy of its applications. Additionally, CureApp's medical treatment platform allows users to keep daily activity logs, which are analyzed to identify triggers exacerbating their conditions. This technology enables patients to receive personalized guidance in managing lifestyle diseases, addressing health issues that are typically not managed by conventional medications or devices.

Riverfield

Series B in 2017
Riverfield is a Japanese start-up that develops robotic technology for use in the healthcare sector. Jafco has invested in robotics before. Earlier this year, portfolio company Cyberdyne, a robot suit maker, raised $8

Floadia

Series B in 2017
Floadia Corporation, established in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development, licensing, and sale of semiconductor intellectual property, particularly focusing on embedded non-volatile memory solutions. The company leverages its engineering team's extensive experience in embedded FLASH technology, which includes contributions from pioneers in the field. Floadia's technology is designed for use in various applications, including Internet of Things devices, automobiles, smartphones, and smart cards. Their embedded memory solutions offer low-power consumption and cost efficiency, while also providing durability suitable for automotive-grade environments. In addition to its product offerings, Floadia provides technology consulting services to support its clients in optimizing their semiconductor needs.

Moneytree

Series B in 2017
Moneytree is a fintech data platform focused on enhancing financial connectivity for individuals and institutions, aiming to promote personal wealth growth. Established in 2013, the company launched its first product, a personal finance app for iOS, which received multiple accolades, including recognition as one of the App Store’s “Best of” apps in Japan shortly after its release. The app has since attracted over 1,300,000 users across iOS, Android, and web platforms. Moneytree's proprietary data aggregation platform, Moneytree LINK, serves nearly twenty enterprise clients, including Japan's largest accounting software vendors, and features integrations with notable financial institutions such as Mizuho Bank and SMBC. This platform enables users to connect their bank accounts and credit cards, providing real-time notifications about significant transactions, low balances, and upcoming bills, thereby facilitating better financial management.

H2O Hospitality

Series B in 2017
H2O Hospitality, Ltd. is a leading hospitality management company operating in South Korea and Japan, specializing in hotel and vacation rental management services. Established in 2015 and based in Seoul, the company leverages technology to automate operational processes, significantly reducing fixed costs and enhancing efficiency. H2O Hospitality offers a comprehensive range of services, including profit management, housekeeping and facility management, customer call response, online marketing, and reservation management. Its proprietary property management system (PMS) enables seamless coordination between guests, accommodations, and housekeeping, facilitating smoother operations without the need for on-site staff. This innovative approach allows H2O to optimize customer attraction and streamline reservation management, thereby supporting property owners in effectively managing their rental facilities.

Global Mobility Service

Series B in 2017
Global Mobility Service is a fintech company focused on providing lending services to underserved individuals globally, particularly low-income individuals seeking to purchase vehicles. The company specializes in mobility loans and leases, utilizing innovative technology to facilitate these financial services. By offering loans alongside IoT-based auto loan collection services, Global Mobility Service employs self-developed GPS-equipped devices installed in vehicles, which help streamline the loan repayment process. This approach enables low-income borrowers to access vehicle financing, empowering them to improve their mobility and quality of life.

Coiney

Series B in 2017
Coiney develops "Coiney" credit card payment service for businesses using smartphones and tablets. By inserting a Coiney dedicated leader into the earphone jack of the mobile terminal and using a dedicated application, you can easily make credit card payment anytime, anywhere, indoors and outdoors with internet connection. Coiney Engine uses artificial intelligence to offer an evaluation of business enterprises based on the accumulation of payments history and various statistical data from the Coiney Terminal and Coiney Payge services. It is used to see the credibility of a company when they apply for business loans from banks partnering with the payments startup.

Seven Dreamers

Series B in 2016
Seven Dreamers Laboratories, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the design and manufacture of innovative medical devices and personal-use technologies. The company is known for developing unique products, including a laundry-folding robot named Laundroid, which utilizes image-recognition algorithms and artificial intelligence to identify, fold, and sort various types of clothing. This device aims to simplify household chores and enhance everyday living by automating the laundry process. By focusing on high-quality design and functionality, Seven Dreamers seeks to create groundbreaking solutions that address everyday challenges.

WealthNavi

Series B in 2016
WealthNavi offers a platform for asset managers which uses risk management algorithm for asset management advice.

Yanolja

Series B in 2016
Yanolja is a leisure platform headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, that provides a comprehensive range of online accommodation and travel services. Founded in 2005, the company connects various aspects of travel, including lodging, leisure activities, and transportation, allowing users to book diverse hotel options globally. Yanolja leverages advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and IoT to enhance its offerings. In addition to consumer services, the company provides cloud-based software solutions for hotels, residences, and leisure facilities, streamlining operations and improving efficiency across the travel industry.

Ripple Labs

Series B in 2016
Ripple Labs, Inc. is a technology company that operates a global payments network leveraging blockchain technology. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Ripple develops RippleNet, an enterprise-level decentralized solution that connects banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges, and corporations to facilitate international money transfers. Its offerings include XRP, a digital asset used for payments; xCurrent, which provides cross-border payment services for banks; xRapid, designed for payment providers and financial institutions to optimize liquidity costs; and xVia, a tool for corporates and payment providers to send payments using a standardized interface. Ripple aims to create a frictionless experience for global transactions, allowing financial institutions to transact directly with each other while minimizing foreign exchange exposure and counterparty risks. The company also maintains additional offices in major cities around the world, including New York, London, and Sydney.
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