Euphoria
Venture Round in 2025
Euphoria specializes in sports management software. It offers a data platform for conditioning, training, and performance analysis of athletes, incorporating nutritional menus and injury status.
Penetrator
Series A in 2025
Penetrator is a technology company specializing in real estate. It leverages satellite imagery and space technology to provide data-driven insights and streamline property processes for real estate professionals. The company's platform enables swift and accurate data collection, aiding in informed decision-making and optimizing workflows. Additionally, Penetrator has developed an emergency observation system for landslide disasters, further enhancing its value in the real estate market.
Letara operates a space technology platform intended to service a logistics network spanning the solar system. The company develops propulsion systems for small spacecraft, including high-thrust, plastic-based propulsion designed to be safe and inexpensive for research, development, and operational use in both Earth orbit and deep space, enabling small satellites and related assets to move efficiently across space.
Hireroo is an online platform that evaluates the skills of engineering candidates through programming tests. It offers a wide range of problems suitable for various levels, from entry-level to experienced professionals. The platform also provides customizable assessments and live coding tasks to help tech recruiters make informed hiring decisions.
Doctor's Prime
Series A in 2025
Doctor's Prime is a technology company that provides is a part-time job information service for optimizing the working style of doctors.
Okuma Diamond Device
Seed Round in 2024
Okuma Diamond Device is an advanced materials technology company specializing in the research and development of diamond semiconductors. The company's products are designed to meet the demands of various high-tech applications, including communication satellites, radar systems, post-5G mobile phone base stations, oil exploration, and power plant decommissioning. Okuma's diamond semiconductors boast superior thermal conductivity, dielectric breakdown, relative permittivity, and mobility, making them ideal for high-power utilization in compact and lightweight designs. These innovations address the challenges posed by next-generation technologies such as autonomous driving, drones, the Internet of Things, blockchain, and the metaverse.
Quanmatic
Series A in 2024
Quanmatic is a technology company specializing in algorithm development to bridge quantum technologies. It offers an experiential learning platform that provides tutorial content and demo applications for combinatorial optimization problems, supporting mathematical input and web-based annealing machine operations.
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.
Pragtech
Seed Round in 2024
Pragtech develops and operates innovative parking lot service software. Their solutions include kiosk payment machines, AI cameras for ticketless payment and car detection, aiming to reduce operating costs, eliminate payment congestion, and prevent fraudulent use.
Chipee is a social networking platform that enables users to express gratitude digitally. It offers a service where users can send 'chips', which are digital tokens of appreciation, along with thank-you messages to people they interact with regularly.
Xaion Data
Series A in 2024
Xaion Data is a technology company that develops an AI-driven data platform for recruitment and sales support. The platform integrates open data collection and search engine technologies to help businesses identify and engage with potential candidates and customers, thereby enhancing hiring efficiency and driving sales growth.
primeNumber
Venture Round in 2024
primeNumber Inc. is a technology company based in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing data transfer support and data engineering solutions, offering a range of services including data acquisition, aggregation, and machine learning. The company provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) data integration service that automates the data acquisition process, as well as a general-purpose platform as a service (PaaS) designed to optimize data utilization. Additionally, primeNumber offers consultation services that encompass data analysis, business planning support, and advertising product planning. Through its innovative solutions, primeNumber aims to create an environment where businesses can efficiently leverage data to drive advanced technologies and unique ideas.
SPACER Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development and sale of innovative spacer solutions. The company offers a 24-hour handover IoT locker that allows users to conveniently open and close doors using their smartphones. This technology provides a seamless and secure method for managing access, catering to the growing demand for automated and user-friendly solutions in various sectors.
Geofla
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Geofla is a business that specializes in creating and planning products and applications designed to encourage physical activity and stimulate foot traffic in various spaces. The company's offerings include advertising and promotional services, incentivizing users to move around businesses through a points-based system.
Kickflow
Seed Round in 2023
Kickflow is an IT firm offering a cloud-based workflow service designed to accelerate management processes and drive business growth. Its flexible tool caters to medium and large enterprises, streamlining task management by aligning with company-specific organizational structures, approval routes, and internal rules.
Agri Smile
Series A in 2023
Agri Smile operates an online platform that provides video distribution to professional farmers and supports the verification and sale of agricultural materials. It offers an agricultural succession training system, demonstration tests, and consulting services to help farmers access educational content and resources. The company uses data-driven technology to accumulate and apply agricultural knowledge, promoting sustainable farming and cultivation practices in harmony with environmental and regional needs. Founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan.
EX-Fusion
Seed Round in 2023
EX-Fusion is focused on developing and operating the world's first laser-powered commercial nuclear fusion reactor, aiming to provide a sustainable energy solution. The company specializes in the manufacture of continuous plasma generators and is involved in laser-plasma research, offering technology and R&D support for fusion systems. By advancing the practical application of laser fusion, EX-Fusion seeks to overcome the challenges often faced by government-funded fusion research, which can be hindered by shifting political priorities and budget constraints. Through its innovative approach, EX-Fusion aims to contribute significantly to the field of clean energy.
CADDi is a Japan-based platform that combines online procurement for industrial products with an AI-powered data platform that digitizes and analyzes manufacturing drawings and procurement information. It tracks industrial products across the manufacturing supply chain and automates extraction of details from drawings and handwritten documents into searchable digital records. Through Realize DX, the platform integrates goods and software to streamline procurement, reduce expenses, and improve quality, cost, and delivery while enabling capacity expansion. The data platform provides procurement intelligence and supply chain data to help manufacturers consolidate insights and support sourcing decisions. CADDi is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
CharacterBank
Series A in 2023
CharacterBank Co., Ltd., founded in 2019 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the design and development of multiplayer virtual reality games, notably the human wolf game ANSUZ. The company offers contract development services for game planning, development, and management events tailored to augmented, virtual, and mixed reality devices. CharacterBank's platform aims to deliver diverse gaming experiences across various virtual reality devices, allowing gamers to engage in unprecedented gameplay.
LexxPluss
Series A in 2023
LexxPluss develops automated transport robots for logistics warehouses. Their solution combines autonomous driving technology with guided mode navigation, ensuring accuracy even in challenging environments. The company focuses on cost-effectiveness, safety analysis, and user experience to enable efficient automation of labor-intensive tasks.
Celonis
Debt Financing in 2022
Celonis is a company that specializes in execution management, focusing on optimizing and analyzing business processes across various industries, including production, human resources, and logistics. Its core product, the Celonis Execution Management System (EMS), utilizes advanced process mining technology to enhance productivity and streamline operations. The EMS provides a comprehensive suite of tools and applications, including Celonis Studio, designed for business executives and users to effectively manage execution across analytics, strategy, planning, and automation. By offering unique software solutions, Celonis enables organizations to improve process transparency and efficiency, ultimately unlocking their full execution capacity.
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.
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.
LexxPluss
Series A in 2021
LexxPluss develops automated transport robots for logistics warehouses. Their solution combines autonomous driving technology with guided mode navigation, ensuring accuracy even in challenging environments. The company focuses on cost-effectiveness, safety analysis, and user experience to enable efficient automation of labor-intensive tasks.
Good Vibes Only
Series A in 2021
Good Vibes Only Inc. is a consulting firm based in Shibuya, Japan, specializing in digital transformation and direct-to-consumer (D2C) services. Established in 2018, the company focuses on the apparel industry, offering a range of services that include product planning, development, manufacturing, public relations, and sales. Good Vibes Only operates an apparel digital transformation platform that leverages web3 technology to enhance merchandise planning and demand forecasting. By utilizing digital samples and artificial intelligence, the company aims to innovate supply chain processes in the apparel sector, facilitating regular access to new apparel in the web3 space for its clients.
SmartNews
Series F in 2021
SmartNews is a global news platform that uses machine learning algorithms to evaluate millions of articles daily. It delivers quality news stories across various categories to over 10 million monthly active users worldwide, having won multiple 'App of the Year' awards.
Luxonus is a medical device company focused on imaging technology that combines light and ultrasound to produce ultra-high-resolution 3D images of blood vessels and lymphatic networks. It develops a photoacoustic imaging platform designed for early detection and diagnosis of diseases, enabling clinicians to gain a comprehensive view of disease onset, progression, and recovery with non-invasive visualization and no radiation exposure.
PeaceTecLab
Venture Round in 2021
PeaceTecLab, established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates a platform that facilitates the lending and borrowing of home appliances and daily necessities. It caters to both individual consumers and manufacturers, offering a range of products including home appliances, baby goods, and fitness equipment. Additionally, the company provides consulting services to various industries, such as entertainment, distribution, and advertising.
Hacobu
Venture Round in 2021
Hacobu Co., Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing logistics applications and hardware. The company's core offering, MOVO, is an integrated operation management system centered around in-vehicle terminals. MOVO connects carriers and shipping companies, streamlining luggage delivery processes through an easy-to-use online mechanism. Additionally, Hacobu provides solutions such as delivery matching, vehicle management, and dynamic driver management, along with track reservation and automation tools. By accumulating and analyzing distribution data from various companies, Hacobu aims to optimize the entire physical distribution system, enhancing overall logistics efficiency.
Chikaku
Venture Round in 2021
Chikaku Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in manufacturing electronic devices designed to facilitate family connections across distances. The company produces setup boxes that enable grandparents to easily view photos and videos taken with smartphones on their home televisions. By providing a simple solution for streaming content, Chikaku aims to enhance interactions between remote family members, allowing them to stay connected with their grandchildren and loved ones.
Aptpod Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and sales of M2M/IoT software and hardware solutions. Established in 2006, Aptpod focuses on optimizing data gathering, transmission, and visualization across various industries. Its core offerings include intdash, a bidirectional data transmission platform designed for high-frequency streaming, and visual M2M, a web application that automatically visualizes real-time sensor data in the cloud. The company aims to enhance industrial processes, research and development, and everyday life by facilitating real-time data processing and analysis through connected devices. Aptpod's technology enables professionals to monitor and control data collection, supporting applications in automotive, robotics, and industrial machinery sectors.
Yoshidumi
Venture Round in 2021
Yoshidumi is an IT company specializing in package software production services. It leverages advanced AI and cloud technologies to deliver its solutions.
Latona, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in microfinance and innovative technologies that enhance front-end user experiences. It integrates three key technological domains: AI model container runtimes, sensor-controlling software, and real-time applications using FPGA/RTOS hardware. Latona's platform facilitates development in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing, providing clients with a comprehensive suite of resources to optimize user experience and application architecture. The company offers a range of services including visual programming, technology consulting, data integration, system integration, and automation processing, primarily aimed at supporting businesses operating in the IoT sector.
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.
Fukushima SiC Applied Engineering
Series C in 2020
Fukushima SiC Applied Engineering is a manufacturer of silicon carbide semiconductor devices for the medical and industrial fields. Using this SiC device, Fukushima SiC Applied Engineering Research Institute has the technology to design and manufacture circuits that handle high voltages and currents ranging from 10 KV to several hundred kV and 10 A to 1000 A. The company commercializes a circuit that uses a series resonance circuit to achieve high output and stability.
INGAGE
Venture Round in 2020
INGAGE specializes in developing cloud-based software for managing customer communications. Founded in Japan in 2014, the company's flagship product is 'Re:lation', a platform enabling businesses to track and manage interactions with customers across various channels.
Founded in 2016, Findy is a Tokyo-based company that connects IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers with companies. It offers job change services, hiring information, and an interview platform for active engineers called Findy Engineer Lab.
beBit
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2000, beBit is a Tokyo-based consulting firm specializing in customer experience management and user-centered design services. It assists enterprises in identifying digital trends, analyzing user behavior shifts, and creating feasible digital solutions and omnichannel strategies.
Div
Debt Financing in 2020
Div Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in providing programming education through its TECH::CAMP initiative. It offers short-term intensive training courses designed to equip students with the skills needed to become proficient engineers. Div operates programming schools in both online and classroom formats, catering to a diverse range of learners. The company's primary objective is to transform inexperienced individuals into professional engineers capable of pursuing careers in technology, particularly in web design. Through its comprehensive curriculum, Div aims to facilitate the transition from novice to skilled practitioner in the software programming field.
Photoruction
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo in 2016, Photoruction specializes in developing cloud-based solutions for the construction industry. Its flagship product is a platform that streamlines construction photography and supports civil engineering production processes. The company also offers aoz cloud, an AI engine that reads information from drawings and photographs to enhance productivity.
Cover Corporation
Venture Round in 2020
COVER Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in augmented reality (AR) compatible virtual live distribution services. The company enables enterprises involved in animation and gaming to create interactive programs featuring 3D characters. In addition to its distribution services, COVER Corporation also manages VTuber offices and develops content to enhance the 2D entertainment landscape. Through its multifaceted approach, the company supports various aspects of the entertainment industry, focusing on innovation and collaboration.
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.
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.
Farmnote Holdings
Venture Round in 2019
Farmnote Holdings, established in December 2016 and headquartered in Japan, serves as a strategic and financial management entity for its subsidiaries, Farmnote and Skyark. It oversees the operations of Farmnote, which specializes in agricultural IoT solutions, and Skyark, focusing on web integration services.
Chikaku Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in manufacturing electronic devices designed to facilitate family connections across distances. The company produces setup boxes that enable grandparents to easily view photos and videos taken with smartphones on their home televisions. By providing a simple solution for streaming content, Chikaku aims to enhance interactions between remote family members, allowing them to stay connected with their grandchildren and loved ones.
Aperza is a digital platform provider for the manufacturing industry that operates news, catalogs, e-commerce, and marketing services. It runs online portals including an industrial portal, a catalog portal, an industrial e-commerce marketplace, and related media such as industry news and IoT updates, plus sales and marketing services and marketing cloud support. The company offers price search and information distribution with catalog downloads, connecting engineers with manufacturers through an online catalog platform and industrial products marketplace that enables purchases at competitive prices. Aperza aims to simplify information, transaction, and communication barriers in manufacturing and supports global market participation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Founded in 2016, Aperza is based in Yokohama, Japan.
primeNumber
Series A in 2019
primeNumber Inc. is a technology company based in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing data transfer support and data engineering solutions, offering a range of services including data acquisition, aggregation, and machine learning. The company provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) data integration service that automates the data acquisition process, as well as a general-purpose platform as a service (PaaS) designed to optimize data utilization. Additionally, primeNumber offers consultation services that encompass data analysis, business planning support, and advertising product planning. Through its innovative solutions, primeNumber aims to create an environment where businesses can efficiently leverage data to drive advanced technologies and unique ideas.
TableCheck
Venture Round in 2019
TableCheck Inc, founded in 2011 and based in Chuo-ku, Japan, develops a mobile application that offers restaurant information and booking options. The company's software includes table management and customer relationship management features, enhancing guest engagement, reservations, and table utilization for restaurants worldwide. TableCheck analyzes restaurant data to create vibrant dining experiences and provides tools that enable seamless customer interactions from the moment of reservation.
Pixie Dust Technologies
Series B in 2019
Pixie Dust Technologies develops computational technologies focused on ultrasonic phased array systems and digital fabrication. Its offerings include an ultrasonic phased array system capable of generating forces in mid-air, moving objects without contact, and delivering differentiated sounds to individuals in crowds, with implications for guiding dogs and agricultural applications. The company also provides a platform that integrates ultrasonic phased array technology with sound-absorbing materials and spatial analysis tools to enhance accessibility, efficiency, and user experience across industries such as healthcare, architecture, and digital transformation. Based in Tokyo, Japan, the company was founded in 2015.
Div Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in providing programming education through its TECH::CAMP initiative. It offers short-term intensive training courses designed to equip students with the skills needed to become proficient engineers. Div operates programming schools in both online and classroom formats, catering to a diverse range of learners. The company's primary objective is to transform inexperienced individuals into professional engineers capable of pursuing careers in technology, particularly in web design. Through its comprehensive curriculum, Div aims to facilitate the transition from novice to skilled practitioner in the software programming field.
NeuroSpace
Debt Financing in 2019
NeuroSpace is a science venture focused on enhancing human well-being through the application of neuroscience technology, particularly in the area of sleep. The company operates a sleep analysis platform designed to improve sleep cycles and promote sustainability in sleep practices. This platform allows users to monitor their sleep patterns and includes a specialized tool for adjusting to jet lag, catering to travelers. Additionally, NeuroSpace provides sleep-related advice aimed at reducing sleep issues, thereby enabling users to optimize their sleep cycles for increased productivity and overall health.
REXIT
Venture Round in 2019
Rexit Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that focuses on transforming the bridal industry through innovative technology. It designs and develops a comprehensive platform for wedding planning, consultancy, and support services. Guided by a corporate philosophy that seeks to generate new value at the intersection of the Internet and real-life experiences, Rexit aims to revitalize traditional wedding businesses globally. By integrating modern technology with traditional wedding practices, Rexit endeavors to enhance the wedding experience and contribute positively to society, thereby reshaping how weddings are planned and celebrated.
Photoruction
Seed Round in 2019
Founded in Tokyo in 2016, Photoruction specializes in developing cloud-based solutions for the construction industry. Its flagship product is a platform that streamlines construction photography and supports civil engineering production processes. The company also offers aoz cloud, an AI engine that reads information from drawings and photographs to enhance productivity.
Founded in Japan in 2016, Synamon specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) solutions. Its flagship product, NEUTRANS, enables users to create, share, and optimize VR spaces for collaborative work and design reviews.
Innophys Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in wearable robotics technology. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes innovative robotics equipment aimed at various industries. Its flagship product, the Muscle Suit®, utilizes artificial muscle technology to provide physical assistance, reducing strain during tasks such as lifting heavy objects or working in bent positions. The Muscle Suit® is recognized for its high quality and competitive pricing compared to other exoskeletons in the market. Innophys aims to expand its reach into the Asia Pacific, European, and North American markets, enhancing the ability of users to perform tasks independently and improve their quality of life.
Ball Wave
Series B in 2018
Founded in 2015, Ball Wave specializes in developing and manufacturing sensors. Its product portfolio includes trace moisture sensors, mini sensors, and ball surface acoustic waves gas sensors.
Holmes Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a digital platform for contract management. This platform enables users worldwide to create, approve, conclude, and manage contracts efficiently through a cloud-based system.
Pathee is an innovative search engine designed to provide users with tailored information based on their current location. By utilizing advanced location detection technology, the platform connects individuals with local retail options and relevant services. It offers a suite of digital marketing tools that enhance the interaction between consumers and the retail community. Through its services, Pathee enables users to access pertinent search results and discover shopping locations, while also providing retail chains with platforms for digital promotions and media optimization. This comprehensive approach supports both consumer needs and retail marketing efforts, facilitating a more efficient and targeted shopping experience.
Payke
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2014, Payke develops a cloud-based solution that enables users to access product information in their native language by scanning barcodes. It serves individuals and businesses worldwide, aiming to create a global product database accessible anytime, anywhere.
Yukashikado
Venture Round in 2018
Yukashikado is a Tokyo-based company that develops and sells personal nutrition testing products online, founded in 2013, offering home-based testing that evaluates nutritional status from urine samples by analyzing nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals, and oxidative stress; the products enable users to monitor their nutrition and view results on computers and smartphones, supporting personalized nutrition intake.
Identity Japan
Venture Round in 2018
Identity has set a mission of "Reduce mismatches in the world with IT!" And provides services as a comprehensive IT support company specializing in IT human resources (engineers and creators). We provide recruitment support for both agent services and media services, and offer a wide range of recruitment, mid-career, freelance, and overseas human resources in recruitment advertising media. From employment to retirement, we work closely with users to support career design.
Thinca
Venture Round in 2018
Thinca is an IT system planning, development, and operations company specializing in cloud-based communication solutions. It focuses on providing a Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) platform tailored for the hospitality sector and corporate offices. The company is particularly known for its communication platform, KAICLOUD, which facilitates seamless integration of various communication channels. Thinca's services aim to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer interactions through innovative technology solutions in the communication domain.
EmbodyMe
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo in 2016, EmbodyMe specializes in developing innovative mobile applications that leverage deep learning and virtual reality technologies. Its flagship products include Xpression, which generates realistic fake videos using deep facial expressions of celebrities, and EmbodyMe, a platform creating 3D model avatars that mimic users' movements in VR space based on hand gestures.
AFI Technology
Series B in 2018
AFI Technology is a Seoul-based developer and manufacturer of inspection and monitoring technology for science, engineering, medicine, and the environment. The company offers electric filter separation technology and rapid detection systems for microbial contamination risk monitoring, and provides products designed for rapid microbiological testing and environment-oriented solutions.
TableCheck
Series B in 2017
TableCheck Inc, founded in 2011 and based in Chuo-ku, Japan, develops a mobile application that offers restaurant information and booking options. The company's software includes table management and customer relationship management features, enhancing guest engagement, reservations, and table utilization for restaurants worldwide. TableCheck analyzes restaurant data to create vibrant dining experiences and provides tools that enable seamless customer interactions from the moment of reservation.
NeuroSpace
Seed Round in 2017
NeuroSpace is a science venture focused on enhancing human well-being through the application of neuroscience technology, particularly in the area of sleep. The company operates a sleep analysis platform designed to improve sleep cycles and promote sustainability in sleep practices. This platform allows users to monitor their sleep patterns and includes a specialized tool for adjusting to jet lag, catering to travelers. Additionally, NeuroSpace provides sleep-related advice aimed at reducing sleep issues, thereby enabling users to optimize their sleep cycles for increased productivity and overall health.
Ambient Intelligence Technology
Seed Round in 2017
Ambient Intelligence Technology is a company based in Tsukuba, Japan, founded in 2014, specializing in underwater drone technology and marine survey solutions. The company focuses on developing and testing devices that facilitate marine monitoring and surveying, leveraging advanced technology to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of underwater explorations. By providing innovative tools and services, Ambient Intelligence Technology plays a crucial role in advancing marine research and environmental monitoring efforts.
Photoruction
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in Tokyo in 2016, Photoruction specializes in developing cloud-based solutions for the construction industry. Its flagship product is a platform that streamlines construction photography and supports civil engineering production processes. The company also offers aoz cloud, an AI engine that reads information from drawings and photographs to enhance productivity.
Miraisens
Venture Round in 2017
Miraisens, Inc. is a technology company based in Tsukuba, Japan, dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of 3D gesture feedback devices. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in creating haptic technology that provides realistic touch and texture sensations by stimulating the skin with specific patterns. Miraisens offers products such as two-hand sensory feedback game controllers, the 3DHaptics Navigator for enhancing 3D digital content in fields like automotive, robotics, and remote surgery, and the 4Driving Bar, which simulates realistic driving experiences in car racing games. The company's innovations are applicable across various sectors, including entertainment, virtual reality, wearable technology, and advanced medical care, aiming to enhance user experiences through tactile sensations.
SMARTCAMP
Series B in 2017
Smart Camp is a technology company that offers SaaS comparison services, inside sales agency support, and B2B digital marketing solutions.
LOGIC
Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing applications for the medical and healthcare industries, notably its Care-wing application, which facilitates the management of visiting nursing care services. This system is designed to streamline the care record process, allowing caregivers to automatically generate records using their smartphones. LOGIC also provides valuable resources such as informative content and seminars for care providers. Committed to ensuring the security of personal information, LOGIC has obtained the Privacy Mark and continuously works to enhance its information security measures.
LOGIC
Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing applications for the medical and healthcare industries, notably its Care-wing application, which facilitates the management of visiting nursing care services. This system is designed to streamline the care record process, allowing caregivers to automatically generate records using their smartphones. LOGIC also provides valuable resources such as informative content and seminars for care providers. Committed to ensuring the security of personal information, LOGIC has obtained the Privacy Mark and continuously works to enhance its information security measures.
Aptpod Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and sales of M2M/IoT software and hardware solutions. Established in 2006, Aptpod focuses on optimizing data gathering, transmission, and visualization across various industries. Its core offerings include intdash, a bidirectional data transmission platform designed for high-frequency streaming, and visual M2M, a web application that automatically visualizes real-time sensor data in the cloud. The company aims to enhance industrial processes, research and development, and everyday life by facilitating real-time data processing and analysis through connected devices. Aptpod's technology enables professionals to monitor and control data collection, supporting applications in automotive, robotics, and industrial machinery sectors.
Hacobu Co., Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing logistics applications and hardware. The company's core offering, MOVO, is an integrated operation management system centered around in-vehicle terminals. MOVO connects carriers and shipping companies, streamlining luggage delivery processes through an easy-to-use online mechanism. Additionally, Hacobu provides solutions such as delivery matching, vehicle management, and dynamic driver management, along with track reservation and automation tools. By accumulating and analyzing distribution data from various companies, Hacobu aims to optimize the entire physical distribution system, enhancing overall logistics efficiency.
Ball Wave
Series A in 2016
Founded in 2015, Ball Wave specializes in developing and manufacturing sensors. Its product portfolio includes trace moisture sensors, mini sensors, and ball surface acoustic waves gas sensors.
Umeebe
Venture Round in 2016
Umeebe Inc. is a technology company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that specializes in developing smartphone applications and web services tailored for the fishing community. The company aims to simplify the fishing experience by providing valuable information and resources, such as fishing spot details, management tips, and product information. Umeebe promotes environmentally friendly practices among anglers and facilitates interaction within the fishing community through its media portal. Additionally, Umeebe offers innovative products, including a specialized hand soap designed to address hygiene concerns associated with handling fish. Through its focus on technology and design, Umeebe seeks to enhance the overall fishing experience and foster a sense of community among enthusiasts.
Atonarp Inc. is a scientific instrumentation company based in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Fremont, California, and Bengaluru, India. Founded in 2009, Atonarp specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced tools for molecular analysis, particularly in the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, petrochemical, and energy sectors. The company offers a range of products, including the AMS 1000, a cloud-connected and AI-enabled mass spectrometer capable of real-time chemical analysis, and the LyoSentinel, a miniaturized mass spectrometer focused on gas detection in lyophilization processes. Atonarp's innovative spectrometers enhance the monitoring of critical parameters, such as vacuum integrity and contamination, thereby ensuring compliance and process efficiency. By integrating advanced electronics and data processing algorithms, Atonarp aims to deliver significant improvements in cost, size, and accuracy for gas-composition analysis instruments.
SmartNews
Series D in 2016
SmartNews is a global news platform that uses machine learning algorithms to evaluate millions of articles daily. It delivers quality news stories across various categories to over 10 million monthly active users worldwide, having won multiple 'App of the Year' awards.
Good Cycle System
Venture Round in 2016
Good Cycle System Inc. is a pharmaceutical technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in electronic drug history systems. The firm develops smart medication history solutions that support pharmacies by providing users with clear medication instructions. Its platform is designed to track medical records, record medication histories, and contribute valuable information to a comprehensive portal of pharmaceutical products. Additionally, the system analyzes medical bills and prescriptions, securely storing all data in cloud storage while recommending clinics and doctors to clients. This comprehensive approach enables individuals to maintain their medical history records effectively and safely.
Asterisk Japan
Venture Round in 2016
Asterisk, Inc. is a company based in Osaka, Japan, established in 2006, that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of business terminals and management systems. The company develops mobile solutions that enhance the functionality of barcodes and RFID, including mobile point-of-sale systems designed for inventory management in retail, logistics tracking systems, and warehouse management systems. Additionally, Asterisk provides three-point verification solutions for medical sites and production management systems for factories. Their innovative approach incorporates image recognition technologies and leverages mobile smartphone capabilities to streamline operations across various industries. Asterisk also maintains an office in Tokyo, Japan, to support its business activities.
Microwave Chemical
Series D in 2015
Microwave Chemical develops and provides microwave chemistry solutions and services across research, development, and engineering. It leverages a microwave chemistry platform designed to match product characteristics, enabling rapid experimentation, process optimization, and scalable implementation for diverse chemical applications.
FLOSFIA
Venture Round in 2015
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the company emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA specializes in film-formation using mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques, leveraging the unique physical properties of gallium oxide (Ga2O3) to create high breakdown voltage and high efficiency power devices. The firm is dedicated to advancing low-loss power device technology, contributing to the evolution of semiconductor applications.
Howtelevision
Venture Round in 2015
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, Howtelevision operates a career platform for university students. It facilitates internships and job-hunting activities, offers company information and recruitment resources, and provides Liiga, a career improvement support service for working professionals.
Brains Technology
Venture Round in 2015
Brains Technology, Inc. is a Tokyo-based enterprise AI software company founded in 2008. It provides data processing, retrieval, and analysis services and offers in-house AI software that enables operational acceleration and digital transformation. Its products include Impulse, an anomaly detection solution, and Neuron Enterprise Search, an internal data search engine that promotes data utilization across an organization's operations. The company serves industries such as manufacturing, information and communications, and construction, and operates in a single enterprise segment.
Axelspace
Series A in 2015
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2008, Axelspace designs, manufactures, and sells micro-satellites and related components for earth observation. Its primary projects include GRUS, Hodoyoshi-1, and UNIFORM, aiming to provide global daily monitoring at low cost.
Webrage
Venture Round in 2015
Webrage is a technology company focused on enhancing the quality and security of IT infrastructure through software testing and third-party verification services. The company specializes in providing solutions that support the improvement of global IT systems, utilizing biometric information for marketing support, quality evaluation, and quality enhancement of IT services. Webrage offers a range of services including test execution, quality consulting, test automation, and security diagnostics. These services enable businesses and developers to improve the quality of their existing software and IT infrastructure, ensuring safe, reliable, and secure systems.
Mynet
Venture Round in 2015
Mynet is a software development company. They provide network engineers, server engineers, system engineers, programmers, and support services.
Neo Career
Venture Round in 2014
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.
Upsell Technologies
Venture Round in 2014
Upsell Technologies Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in business process outsourcing and call center services. Established in 2003, it provides a suite of innovative solutions designed to enhance customer engagement and sales performance. The company's offerings include RYO-DATA, an AI-driven customer data analysis system; RYO-TALK, a chatbot platform for handling inquiries; and RYO-CALL, a comprehensive call center service. Additionally, Upsell Technologies employs advanced AI technology to analyze calling data and offers both AI and human-assisted chat services, which improve response times to customer inquiries. Through these services, the company enables its clients to effectively connect with their customers and increase sales conversion rates.
Monstar Lab
Venture Round in 2014
Monstar Lab, Inc. is a software development firm headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, specializing in creating customized software solutions for a diverse range of clients. Founded in 2006, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes project planning, market analysis, design, mobile application development, web services, and legacy migration. With a global presence, Monstar Lab employs over 1,200 engineers and creators across 26 cities in 15 countries, providing access to top talent and expertise. Its services also encompass web marketing, product localization, co-working spaces, robotic process automation, game development, streaming services, HR technology, and educational programs. By combining innovative technology with skilled professionals, Monstar Lab aims to deliver effective solutions that empower businesses and enhance user experiences worldwide.
AdInnovation
Venture Round in 2013
AdInnovation Inc. is a mobile advertising solutions provider based in Tokyo, Japan, operating since its founding in 2010. The company focuses on delivering marketing strategies specifically for smartphone applications across various regions, including Europe, America, and Southeast Asia. AdInnovation offers services such as HITRACKING, which enables mobile app and ad tracking through a single SDK, and AdStore, designed to measure advertising effectiveness. Additionally, the company specializes in mobile advertising marketing promotion, implementation, management, tracking, media site monetization, and media consulting. By providing effective promotional methods for applications, AdInnovation aims to help enterprises maximize their advertising potential and achieve significant user engagement and revenue growth.
Research and Innovation
Seed Round in 2013
Research and Innovation Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based market research company established in 2011, specializing in providing marketing research and information services through the Internet. The company offers a range of services, including barcode research, promotional programs, brand image association surveys, and consumer investigations. Its platforms, under the CODE and Mycomment brands, facilitate insights into consumer behavior, promotional effectiveness, and market trends. Research and Innovation serves diverse sectors such as food, beauty, retail, finance, and entertainment, helping clients understand consumer preferences and improve their strategies. By utilizing data analysis, the company empowers businesses to anticipate market trends and enhance revenue growth.
Founded in 2016, Findy is a Tokyo-based company that connects IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers with companies. It offers job change services, hiring information, and an interview platform for active engineers called Findy Engineer Lab.