Ant Capital Partners

Ant Capital Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm established in October 2000, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan. The firm specializes in investing in small and middle-market Japanese companies, focusing on private enterprises and investment funds. In addition to making investments, Ant Capital Partners also provides liquidity solutions for existing shareholders, thereby facilitating smoother transitions and enhancing value for stakeholders.

Ryosuke Iinuma

President and Executive Officer in charge of Buyout Investment

28 past transactions

APEX

Venture Round in 2020
APEX engages in the sale and repair of medical equipment.

VS Technology

Venture Round in 2020
VS Technology Corporation, established in 1997 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the design and manufacture of optical lenses and lighting systems tailored for machine vision applications. Its product portfolio includes machine vision lenses, surveillance lenses, and a range of lighting products such as bar lights, back lights, and line lights, along with accessories. The company also offers custom optical solutions, technical support, and application case studies to cater to diverse customer needs in the machine vision and automation industries.

Entre

Venture Round in 2019
Entre Co., Ltd., established in 1997 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates as a recruitment service provider primarily for the media sector. The company offers a range of services including job listing magazines, entrepreneurship seminars, event information, and consulting. In addition to its recruitment focus, Entre is also involved in private equity investments, specifically targeting companies within the education sector.

Fenix International

Venture Round in 2019
Fenix International is a planning, manufacturing, and fibers and sundries company. It focuses on the sales, planning and manufacturing of high-end knit and leather fashion products.

BYEX Exchange

Venture Round in 2018
BYEX is a global geek chain technology expert.

Sprout Investment

Venture Round in 2018
Sprout Investment is a wholesale operator based in Yokohama, Japan, specializing in the distribution of live and fresh fish. The company also operates a restaurant that features local fish dishes, pure rice sake, live squid, and skewers, ensuring that customers enjoy fresh and safe seafood products. By combining wholesale operations with a restaurant service, Sprout Investment caters to diverse consumer preferences while promoting the quality and freshness of its offerings.

Newokubo

Venture Round in 2017
Newokubo Co., Ltd. is a food manufacturing company based in Kashiwa, Japan, established in 1982. The company specializes in producing a variety of food items, including pasta, spaghetti, macaroni, and olive oil. As a start-up in the food and beverage sector, Newokubo is focused on providing quality products to meet consumer demands.

Apple World

Venture Round in 2017
Apple World is a travel agency based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in hotel reservations, transportation, and tour services for both domestic and international travelers. The company offers a range of online hotel booking services, facilitating seamless travel planning for its clients. By providing comprehensive travel solutions, Apple World aims to enhance the travel experience for individuals seeking accommodations and transportation options in various destinations.

Apple World

Venture Round in 2017
Apple World, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in online overseas hotel reservations and travel services for individual travelers. Founded in 1991, the company offers a diverse range of accommodations, catering to various customer needs, from luxury hotels suitable for state visits to affordable options like resorts, condominiums, chateaus, bed and breakfasts, and lodges aimed at students and backpackers. Originally established as Apple Hotels Co., Ltd., the company rebranded as Apple World, Inc. in September 2000, reflecting its broader focus on international travel and hospitality services.

SeetaTech

Seed Round in 2017
SeetaTech is a machine vision company located in Beijing that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions. The company has developed an advanced production platform and a Cloud Intelligence Center focused on face recognition and drone vision technology. SeetaTech's products utilize funnel-type full-pose face detection technology, enabling them to identify multiple faces in complex environments. Additionally, the technology can assess various facial attributes, including gender, age, expression, and skin color. By offering these innovative solutions, SeetaTech aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers in the rapidly evolving field of machine vision.

PPmoney

Series B in 2016
PPmoney is an online peer-to-peer lending platform owned by Guangzhou Wanhui Jinkong Technology. It serves as an intermediary that connects individual investors with borrowers, addressing the challenges of traditional financing methods. By facilitating this connection, PPmoney enables borrowers to access loans more conveniently while offering investment opportunities that create wealth value for individual investors. The platform aims to streamline the lending process, making it more accessible and efficient for both parties involved.

Prop Tech Plus

Venture Round in 2016
Prop Tech Plus Inc. specializes in system development and web construction tailored for the real estate finance industry. Founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company operates as a subsidiary of MINKABU THE INFONOID, Inc. It provides a range of services, including various real estate investment trust (REIT) database platforms and related web services. These offerings are designed to assist REIT management companies and investment corporations in staying informed about market trends and investment news within Japan's real estate sector.

Marusaya

Venture Round in 2016
Marusaya is a Tokyo-based wholesaler specializing in dried bonito and various Japanese soup stock ingredients. The company produces natural seafood and vegetable-based seasonings, focusing on smoked and fermented dry bonito. It serves a diverse clientele that includes restaurants and specialty cooking shops, supplying them with high-quality seafood and other essential ingredients for culinary applications. Marusaya's commitment to quality and authenticity positions it as a key player in the Japanese food industry.

Maruhon

Venture Round in 2015
Maruhon, Inc. is a company based in Hamamatsu-shi, Japan, that specializes in importing and wholesaling building products for the domestic construction industry. It offers a wide range of materials, including flooring, wall paneling, moldings, lumber, and natural finishes, as well as maintenance products. Maruhon sources its products from over 25 countries, catering to various segments of the residential construction market. Its customers include housing material retailers, manufacturers, pre-manufactured home builders, construction companies, and furniture manufacturers, both domestically and internationally.

Sokan

Venture Round in 2014
Sokan specializes in the manufacture and sale of processed seafood and agricultural products. Based in Japan, the company offers a diverse selection of snacks, including Japanese and Korean-style fish and seaweed products, as well as dried potato chips, plums, and various confectionery items. Sokan focuses on using carefully sourced ingredients to ensure that their snacks are both flavorful and healthy, catering to a growing demand for quality food products in the market.

eBOOK Initiative Japan

Venture Round in 2011
eBOOK Initiative Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2000 that specializes in the sale and distribution of electronic books and publications both in Japan and internationally. The company provides a range of services, including content digitization, planning, development, production, editing, and publishing of e-books, magazines, and comics. eBOOK Initiative Japan operates two primary platforms: ebookJapan, an e-book sales service, and bookfan, which focuses on online book sales. With a commitment to becoming a leading player in the e-book market, the company aims to enhance the accessibility and distribution of various electronic content.

Cima NanoTech

Series C in 2011
Cima NanoTech, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of transparent conductive film solutions, primarily for large projected capacitive touch screens. The company's offerings include the SANTE ProTouch module, which caters to applications such as interactive digital signage, kiosks, vending machines, and whiteboards. Additionally, Cima NanoTech produces transparent conductive coatings, conductive inks, and self-aligning nanotechnology for various electronic devices, including touch screens and solar cells. Their products serve a wide range of industries, including corporate, education, retail, food and beverage, banking, gaming, transportation, hospitality, and healthcare. Founded in 2002, Cima NanoTech is headquartered in Oakdale, Minnesota, with additional offices in several global locations, including Singapore, China, Taiwan, Japan, Israel, and South Korea. The company also operates a contract manufacturing facility in Hiroshima, Japan.

Gene Techno Science

Venture Round in 2010
Gene Techno Science is engaged in the research and development of biopharmaceutical products and biosimilars in Japan. The company develops drugs for the treatment of immunological, cardiovascular, ophthalmic, infectious, and renal diseases as well as oncology drugs. It also offers Filgrastim for the treatment of cancer. Gene Techno Science was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Sapporo, Japan.

IMAGE MAGIC

Venture Round in 2009
IMAGE MAGIC is a printing solutions provider company that develops on-demand print services for original products.

Agile Media Network

Venture Round in 2009
Agile Media Network Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in conversational marketing and advertisement distribution in Japan. Founded in 2007, it operates as an advertising network and blog marketing firm, partnering with prominent blogs and social media platforms to deliver effective marketing solutions. The company is recognized for its comprehensive services, including managing banner ad sales, organizing large-scale blogger meetings, and hosting web industry events. One notable event was WISH 2009, which showcased startups and attracted over 400 attendees. Agile Media Network is one of the largest companies of its kind in Japan, providing innovative marketing services that leverage the Internet and digital platforms.

Waja

Venture Round in 2009
Waja is a Tokyo-based retailer specializing in fashion clothing and accessories. The business operates in three distinct markets: imported items for overseas buyers, rare brands not widely available, and discounted products from authorized dealers. Their inventory includes a diverse range of products, such as dresses, outerwear, shoes, bags, and various accessories. Additionally, Waja offers a selection of unique items, including pre-owned products that allow customers to make significant purchases while contributing to a sustainable approach. New arrivals feature styles that cater to different tastes, from casual to elegant. Each product undergoes thorough inspection and brand reviews to ensure quality, and customers can return items if they do not meet expectations regarding image or size. Waja provides nationwide shipping at a flat rate, with no additional customs duties for overseas transactions.

Agile Media Network

Venture Round in 2009
Agile Media Network Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in conversational marketing and advertisement distribution in Japan. Founded in 2007, it operates as an advertising network and blog marketing firm, partnering with prominent blogs and social media platforms to deliver effective marketing solutions. The company is recognized for its comprehensive services, including managing banner ad sales, organizing large-scale blogger meetings, and hosting web industry events. One notable event was WISH 2009, which showcased startups and attracted over 400 attendees. Agile Media Network is one of the largest companies of its kind in Japan, providing innovative marketing services that leverage the Internet and digital platforms.

Cerevo

Series A in 2009
Cerevo, a Tokyo-based company, focuses on the development of innovative consumer electronics and web services. The company designs a range of internet-enabled products, including smart bicycles, digital cameras, smart robotic desk lamps, and video streaming devices. One of its notable upcoming products is the "Cerevo Cam," a digital point-and-shoot camera that supports Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity, allowing users to directly upload images to its online photo management service, "Cerevo Life." Through its diverse offerings, Cerevo aims to enhance user experience by integrating smart technology into everyday gadgets.

XConnect Global Networks

Series A in 2007
XConnect Global Networks is a leading provider of next-generation interconnection services that facilitate the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. The company leverages its advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology to help customers optimize their network and technology investments, enabling the delivery of IP voice, video, and unified communications across various networks and platforms. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, XConnect serves a diverse customer base that includes major carriers, service providers, and video conferencing providers across more than 70 countries. Their federation-based peering services offer real-time access to comprehensive and secure phone number data, empowering mobile communications and ensuring efficient connectivity for IP-enabled carriers and service providers.

Regimmune

Seed Round in 2006
REGiMMUNE Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo, Japan, with an office in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2006, it specializes in developing immune-regulatory therapeutics aimed at treating life-threatening diseases and disorders. The company utilizes its proprietary reVax technology, which induces regulatory T cells to promote immune tolerance against specific disease-causing antigens. REGiMMUNE's product pipeline includes RGI-2001, currently in a Phase I/II clinical trial for treating Graft versus Host Disease associated with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, as well as RGI-3001, a preclinical candidate for type 1 diabetes. Its portfolio also addresses a range of conditions, including allergies, autoimmune diseases, and transplantation disorders, with a focus on reducing the side effects commonly associated with conventional immunosuppressants. The company's research efforts are directed towards developing innovative solutions for various immune system disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and systemic lupus erythematosus.

CellSeed

Venture Round in 2005
CellSeed Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on developing regenerative medicine products primarily for markets in Japan and Europe. Founded in 2001, the company specializes in cell-sheet regenerative medicines, which include epithelial cell sheets for corneal and esophageal regeneration, regenerated cardiac patches for heart diseases, cell sheets for periodontal tissue regeneration, and regenerated cartilage sheets for treating osteoarthritis. In addition to its product offerings, CellSeed also provides temperature-responsive cultureware, such as UpCell and RepCell, designed for cell-sheet engineering and collection, respectively. The company further supports the industry through contract development and manufacturing services.

CAA

Venture Round in 2002
CAA is a car auction company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the operation of used car auto auction venues. The company conducts live auctions of used cars, utilizing multi-purpose touch panel terminals that facilitate simultaneous bidding. This technology enables remote participation in auctions, allowing bidders to engage from various locations. CAA's innovative approach streamlines the auction process, making it accessible to a broader audience and enhancing the overall efficiency of used car sales.

Toho Cinemas

Venture Round in 2002
TOHO Cinemas is a prominent operator of motion picture theaters based in Tokyo, Japan. The company manages a network of cinema complexes and is involved in the sale of tickets for various movie performances and events. Through its online platform, TOHO Cinemas facilitates ticket purchases, enhancing the movie-going experience for audiences. The company is dedicated to providing film exhibiting services and plays a significant role in the Japanese entertainment industry.
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