W

W inc. is a venture capital firm established in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan. The company focuses on investing in various sectors, including lifestyle, entertainment, artificial intelligence, and sports. By targeting these dynamic industries, W inc. aims to support innovative companies and foster growth in areas that are shaping the future of consumer experiences and technology.

Naoki Sato

Senior Investment Manager

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YourPay

Venture Round in 2025
YourPay is a developer of a financial platform that focuses on providing mobile banking services to enhance the financial lives of its customers. The platform offers a range of services, including savings accounts, consumer loans, productive loans, and prepaid cards with no fees. By offering low-interest rates and user-friendly management tools, YourPay enables individuals to effectively manage their finances directly from their mobile devices.

ZEAL Boxing Fitness

Seed Round in 2024
Zeal Boxing Fitness is a nationwide provider of a unique fitness training platform that blends boxing and conditioning methods with digital technology. The company aims to create an enjoyable and stress-free workout experience, combining the power of sports with technology to promote both physical and mental well-being.

Paytner

Venture Round in 2024
Paytner is a company that offers an online invoicing platform aimed at supporting freelancers in Japan, a demographic that has been steadily growing. The platform allows businesses to purchase pre-payment invoices sent by their partners, facilitating rapid payment to freelancers within an hour. By enabling invoice purchases before deposits are made, Paytner helps clients manage their funding and payment cycles efficiently, addressing challenges such as access to financial resources and improving the overall working environment. The company is committed to alleviating issues related to funding, credit, and workplace harassment, thereby enhancing the conditions for the freelance workforce.

Jendela360

Venture Round in 2024
Jendela360 is an apartment rental platform designed to streamline the apartment search process. The company offers 360-degree virtual tours, allowing potential renters to explore apartments online before making a decision. To enhance customer experience, Jendela360 provides personalized service, including offline visits accompanied by a representative, ensuring that users receive assistance throughout their search. The platform also features a transparent information retrieval process, enabling users to easily access details about available apartments. Additionally, Jendela360 offers flexible payment options, allowing customers to process payments over a 12-month period, which adds convenience to the rental experience.

Slice Group

Seed Round in 2023
Slice simplifies payments for the creator economy. Our creator payment platform enables brands and agencies to work with more creators by streamlining payments, taxes, contracts, and reporting at scale.
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