Knocklearn
Acquisition in 2024
Knocklearn is an online tutoring platform specializing in one-on-one learning experiences.
MOYAI
Corporate Round in 2024
Moyai is a technology firm specializing in network communication, digital signage, security, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things solutions. The company develops innovative products, including the IoTube, a network camera designed for monitoring living environments and public spaces. This device integrates LED and communication technology with advanced AI capabilities, allowing users to access live video feeds, recordings, and perform object detection and tracking. Through its diverse range of services and products, Moyai aims to enhance monitoring and communication in various settings.
ASIAN BRIDGE
Venture Round in 2024
Asian Bridge Inc., founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chiyoda Ku, Japan, specializes in mail order support services and fulfillment solutions for e-commerce businesses. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including picking, packing, and preparing customer orders for shipment. Asian Bridge provides competitive shipping rates and both domestic and international delivery options, which facilitate effective logistics management. Additionally, the company features a variety of Japanese merchandise, such as beauty care products, health foods, and clothing, catering to diverse consumer needs. By optimizing operational aspects of order fulfillment, Asian Bridge helps businesses reduce costs and improve their overall efficiency in the marketplace.
Arsaga Partners
Series C in 2024
Arsaga Partners, Inc. is a comprehensive IT system development company that focuses on delivering high-quality solutions efficiently. With a workforce comprising over 90% engineers, the company offers a range of services, including IT strategy consulting, UX/UI consulting, web system development, application development, and ongoing maintenance and operations. Arsaga Partners emphasizes a hands-on approach, working directly with clients to ensure that development services align with their specific business needs. The company adopts a philosophy of providing cost-effective services without outsourcing, embodying the Japanese spirit of omotenashi, or hospitality. By leveraging digital transformation technology, Arsaga Partners aims to enhance corporate competitiveness and support the growth of businesses and organizations. Its client portfolio includes notable companies such as Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Estate, ShionogiV-CUBE, Mizuho Securities, and Sciseed Inc.
GROWTH
Acquisition in 2024
GROWTH is an advertising agency that provides recruitment, e-commerce development, branding, and consulting services.
Wellness is a medtech company that provides a personalized healthcare platform, health support, preventive care, and testing services.
Best Reserve Company
Acquisition in 2023
Best Reserve Company operates a domestic accommodation reservation platform designed for both leisure and business travelers. The company focuses on streamlining the reservation process by minimizing the number of steps required to search for and book accommodations, such as inns and hotels. This approach enables users to make reservations quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Best Reserve Company emphasizes customer trust, featuring extensive feedback from actual guests to enhance the reliability of its offerings.
Bwell
Venture Round in 2023
Bwell is an online platform that offers mentorship training and career change support services for engaging students in the community.
Hogugu Inc. is an Osaka-based company that develops HOGUGU, a relaxation and therapist-booking application. The platform enables users to select therapists based on their needs, request in-home or hotel visits, or make online reservation requests, with card payment facilities. It includes treatment checks and screening as part of the booking process, aiming to provide convenient access to professional therapy for relaxation on business trips or at any location.
Xenodata lab
Venture Round in 2023
Xenodata Lab, Co., Ltd., founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in artificial intelligence-driven data analysis. The company develops a platform that transforms unstructured data from financial reports into structured, table-format data, enhancing accuracy and accessibility for users. By focusing on economic forecasts and financial document analysis, Xenodata Lab enables businesses to effectively interpret and utilize information following financial results announcements. The company aims to advance the financial industry through innovative technology and the efficient processing of data, emphasizing the potential of AI to enhance human decision-making in this sector.
FUNDiT is an IT-focused M&A and business consolidation company that specializes in acquiring, managing, and scaling IT companies.
XDeli is a digital application designed to facilitate food delivery and meal subsidy services specifically for corporate employees. The platform allows users to order meals at discounted rates, providing meal assistance that enables businesses to offer significant savings on food delivery. By offering meals at half price, XDeli serves as a valuable perk for employers aiming to enhance employee satisfaction and well-being.
AJ InterBridge
Corporate Round in 2021
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2009, AJ InterBridge specializes in operating accommodation facilities that blend traditional Japanese culture with modern comforts. The company offers property management services and renovation consulting to create unique spaces where guests can experience authentic local traditions.
Conversion Technology Japan
Venture Round in 2021
Conversion Technology Japan is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in data-driven digital marketing and advertisement planning services. Founded in 2003, it focuses on enhancing conversion rates for its clients through its proprietary marketing tool, KaiU, which aims to improve website engagement. The company offers programmatic advertising solutions and website analytics, alongside media planning services that involve analyzing and organizing advertising strategies. By leveraging technology and data analysis, Conversion Technology Japan assists businesses in optimizing their online presence and marketing effectiveness.
TRUST Japan
Corporate Round in 2021
TRUST provides property management, lifestyle businesses, an inventor lab, and services centred on architectural survey, space design, and renewal business services.
Last One Mile
Corporate Round in 2020
Last One Mile operates businesses that facilitate connections between telecommunications infrastructure and customers. Its services include call center sales, utility contract handling, tenant support for real estate companies, corporate services like Wi-Fi and business phones, listing advertising media, and consulting on measures to improve customer experiences.
Mentalhealth Technologies
Venture Round in 2020
Mental Health Technologies is a company focused on enhancing mental health through various solutions aimed at employees and the broader workforce. It offers standardized measures to support mental well-being, which is a crucial aspect of overall health management. In addition to its mental health solutions, the company also provides medical career support and engages in digital marketing initiatives. By integrating these services, Mental Health Technologies aims to foster a healthier work environment and promote the importance of mental health in professional settings.
Upsell Technologies
Corporate Round in 2020
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.
Zehitomo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that operates an online platform designed to connect clients with local service professionals across Japan. The platform facilitates the hiring of various specialists, including photographers and personal trainers, providing users with access to a diverse range of services. By enabling these connections, Zehitomo supports local professionals in expanding their businesses and enhancing profitability through increased service volume.
Peace Factory
Venture Round in 2020
Peace Factory is a team that creates a peaceful future.
Smart Senkyo
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Smart Senkyo offers roaster management services, event management services, activity management services, list management services, and more. They also provide services like preliminary reconciliation, conducting regular support meetings, and more.
Japan M&A Solution
Venture Round in 2019
Japan M&A Solution helps to maintain the employment of employees and the impact on the commercial distribution of the business by providing consultation, brokerage, and advisory services to companies related to business mergers and acquisitions.
Upsell Technologies
Venture Round in 2019
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.
Nailie
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Tokyo in 2016, Nailie is a mobile application that connects customers with nail art specialists. It facilitates direct reservations at salons, offers deals on trending designs, and allows users to stock their favorite designs based on preferences.
FC Ryukyu
Corporate Round in 2019
FC Ryukyu provides academic training for soccer. They sell their products, like uniforms, penlights, hangars, uniform number towel mufflers, ribbon magnets, goshuin books, and colored paper, through online services. They offer an e-commerce platform.
2501
Corporate Round in 2019
2501 Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in virtual 3D interactive experiences, focusing on multi-viewpoint video generation. Founded on October 30, 2015, the company offers innovative visual experiences across various sectors, including sports, music, and combat sports. Its services include the creation of optimal angle replays for critical moments in events, enhancing the viewer's experience. Additionally, 2501 develops specialized software and applications for video shooting, editing, distribution, and analysis, alongside engaging in research and development of advanced imaging technologies.
LS Group is a South Korean conglomerate based in Seoul, founded in 2003. The group operates through its holding company, LS Corp, and includes subsidiaries such as E1 and YESCO. LS Group is involved in various sectors, including electric power, automation, machinery, materials, and energy, with a focus on both domestic and international markets. The company's activities encompass electric power transmission, telecommunications, and the development of components used in these industries. Through its diverse portfolio, LS Group aims to contribute to advancements in technology and energy solutions.
TECHNIQUE CONSULTING
Corporate Round in 2019
Technique Consulting Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in contract development for factory automation and labor-saving solutions. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Chuo-ku, Japan, the company focuses on the development of industrial machinery manufacturing equipment. In addition to its core services, Technique Consulting offers temporary staffing, engineer recruitment, and human resources development consulting. The company aims to enhance operational efficiency and productivity within the manufacturing sector.
Stayway
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2017, Stayway operates an online platform offering travel information and cross-typed search services. It specializes in comparing accommodations such as hotels, private residences, and guest houses across various websites.
Star Resort
Corporate Round in 2018
Star Resort Inc. is a hotel management company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2016. The company specializes in providing comprehensive support for hotel operations, offering services that encompass everything from initial planning and land selection to hotel design and infrastructure development. Star Resort aims to create hotels that are not only operationally efficient but also beloved by customers, fostering long-term loyalty and usage. Its one-stop solutions enable individuals and businesses to successfully launch and manage hotels and resorts, ensuring a focus on quality and customer satisfaction throughout the process.
TourBase
Corporate Round in 2018
TOUR BASE, which creates a super tourism nation Nippon, is the base of travel Naka.The tour base operates a tourism logistics platform with the vision of “Creating a super tourism nation Nippon”.
Travel Naka base will be set up in the sightseeing spots in Japan to build a micro logistics network specialized in sightseeing spots.
Mentalhealth Technologies
Venture Round in 2018
Mental Health Technologies is a company focused on enhancing mental health through various solutions aimed at employees and the broader workforce. It offers standardized measures to support mental well-being, which is a crucial aspect of overall health management. In addition to its mental health solutions, the company also provides medical career support and engages in digital marketing initiatives. By integrating these services, Mental Health Technologies aims to foster a healthier work environment and promote the importance of mental health in professional settings.
Beauty Sharing Technologies
Venture Round in 2018
Beauty Sharing Technologies operates a beauty salon academy focused on training stylists. It offers educational programs for hairdressers and beauticians, aiming to enhance their professional skills. Additionally, it provides an online e-commerce platform for beauty products, enabling retail purchases, bulk orders, or sharing options.
Uncover Truth
Venture Round in 2018
Uncover Truth is an analytics company that specializes in providing data visualization and content analytics services accessible through web and mobile platforms. The company develops tools designed to analyze customer behavior on websites using both quantitative and qualitative data. These tools include form analysis, session playback, and click heatmaps, which help identify user behaviors and pinpoint issues with the user experience. By offering these insights, Uncover Truth enables website operators to better understand their customers and enhance their websites accordingly.
Residence Tokyo
Venture Round in 2018
Residence Tokyo is a real estate startup.
Metro Engines
Venture Round in 2018
Metro Engines is a technology company specializing in remote sensing solutions. It offers Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology alongside atmospheric measurement devices, meteorological information, and Internet of Things (IoT) services.
Keeyls
Corporate Round in 2018
Keeyls offers a remote management system that connects lenders or providers with end users, leveraging IT and IoT technologies to reduce the time and physical distance between participants, and the platform supports unmanned administration through features such as key delivery management, reservation management, and identity verification with check-in, enabling real estate and other sectors to deliver round-the-clock services.
KEY STATION
Corporate Round in 2018
KEY STATION is to be offer a wide range of shoes, including men's business shoes, casual shoes, and ladies 'and kids' at discount prices!
Financial Agency
Venture Round in 2018
Financial Agency, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2007 that specializes in providing insurance brokerage and business process outsourcing services to the insurance sector. It offers a range of services including sales support through various communication channels such as telephone, email, and web services. Additionally, the company focuses on developing and selling innovative products tailored for the insurance market, encompassing insurance distribution and digital solutions for workflow optimization. Financial Agency aims to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery in the insurance industry by leveraging technology and consulting expertise.
Maple Systems
Series A in 2018
Maple Systems is a business development company that specializes in software development services, focusing on web system and smartphone application development. The company provides in-house services and collective contracts related to IT, including system consulting and engineering. By offering these services, Maple Systems aims to enhance the efficiency of sales and back-office operations for its clients, ultimately contributing to improvements within their respective industries.
Branding Technology
Corporate Round in 2018
Branding Technology Inc. is a Tokyo-based provider of brand development and digital marketing services in Japan. It delivers brand strategy, content creation, and media production, including website creation, web-system development, and production of recruitment sites, landing pages, banners, and print materials. The company also offers brand analysis, search engine optimization, marketing automation and customer relationship management, personnel-system advisory, and office-environment consulting, along with content marketing and internet advertising services. It serves sectors such as dentistry, architecture, and real estate, and provides operating media services. Additional capabilities include video production, logo design, sales-tool creation, and email magazine planning and production. The business is organized into two segments: Brand Business, which covers owned media creation, management support, content marketing, in-house media operations, and dental-clinic consulting; and Digital Marketing Business, which covers internet advertising operations, digital-tool support, on-site consulting, and SEO consulting. The majority of revenue comes from the Digital Marketing segment. Founded in 2001, Branding Technology is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Shuminavi
Venture Round in 2018
Shuminavi is a developer of an online skill development platform that facilitates connections between classroom organizers and individuals seeking to engage in various lessons and workshops. The company provides a comprehensive portal that caters to hobby classrooms, allowing users to explore opportunities in diverse activities such as language learning, cooking, flower arrangement, and sports. By offering easy access to a wide range of learning experiences, Shuminavi aims to enrich the personal and educational growth of its users, promoting skill development and community engagement.
Marketing-Robotics
Seed Round in 2018
Marketing-Robotics, Inc. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and management of marketing automation (MA) tools. Established in 2016, the company focuses on automating B2B marketing and sales processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness for its clients. As of early 2019, Marketing-Robotics operates as a subsidiary of DIP Corporation, further expanding its capabilities and reach within the marketing technology sector.
Inbound Platform
Acquisition in 2018
Inbound Platform is a hospitality company that offers wi-fi solutions, currency exchange, and camper rental services for visiting tourists.
Switch Smile
Corporate Round in 2018
Switch Smile Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2010, specializing in information technology services. The company develops and operates a marketing platform that focuses on point-of-interest (POI) location information, utilizing beacons installed in various locations, including transportation infrastructure and commercial facilities. Their services include beacon management, software development kits (SDK), data management platforms (DMP), and advertisement distribution. Additionally, Switch Smile offers online marketing solutions and cloud platform development, enabling businesses to connect online and offline with consumer behavior and experiences through targeted messaging and content coordination.
Headwaters
Venture Round in 2018
Headwaters Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2005 that focuses on planning and developing artificial intelligence (AI) applications in Japan. The company engages in various activities related to digital transformation, including AI platform operation, cloud service provision, and the development of robot applications. With a strong reputation for creating advanced AI solutions and robotics, Headwaters aims to deliver innovative and practical applications that enhance operational efficiency across multiple sectors.
Bike Startup
Venture Round in 2017
Bike Startup operates a media company specializing in bicycle-related news and information. It offers services such as bike comparisons, news updates, and an online platform for purchasing bicycles and related insurance, empowering users to make informed decisions. Additionally, the company leverages idle space for the development and operation of PEDALRest, a bicycle-related business.
Petit Job
Venture Round in 2017
Petit Job operates an online platform that connects individuals seeking immediate employment with businesses requiring temporary staff.
AI CROSS
Venture Round in 2017
AI CROSS Inc. is a Tokyo-based service company founded in 2015 that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance communication between enterprises and their customers. As a leading messaging service provider in Japan, AI CROSS offers a comprehensive 2-way SMS service, benefiting from direct connections with all major carriers in the country. This allows the company to deliver high-quality messaging solutions to a diverse array of clients, including SMS aggregators, application developers, and businesses in sectors such as finance and human resources. In addition to its messaging services, AI CROSS provides innovative products like AIX Message SMS, a corporate SMS service, and InCircle, a business chatbot solution, both designed to improve operational efficiency for its customers.
StockTech
Corporate Round in 2017
StockTech is an internet advertising and content creation company that provides various data storage and online internet services.
Services include accomodation reservation system, online health consultation, games, important data storage services, a rush support service available 24 hrs a day.
TrendExpress
Series A in 2017
TrendExpress Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in social data and social media analytics. Formerly known as Hotto Link Consulting Inc., it operates as a subsidiary of Hottolink, Inc. TrendExpress focuses on visualizing social big data globally and provides valuable insights through weekly reporting. Additionally, the company engages in market research utilizing social big data, enabling businesses to better understand trends and consumer behavior through its analytical services.
Extech is a fintech company focused on innovative solutions for foreign currency exchange. It specializes in the design, development, operation, and sale of an unmanned foreign currency exchange machine. This machine offers a unique combination of cash exchange capabilities and a charging function for cards, catering to the needs of international travelers. Supporting multiple languages and currencies, Extech’s system allows customers to automatically set exchange rates using artificial intelligence and enables remote software updates, making it a versatile tool for cashless transactions. By addressing the evolving demands of foreign visitors, Extech aims to streamline the currency exchange process in Japan.
AOS Data
Venture Round in 2017
AOS Data is a data management company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It provides data asset management and secure storage for digital assets, offering a platform and related services to help organizations utilize and safeguard data. The company develops and delivers data management products and services including data backup, data recovery, data migration, and data erasure, enabling customers to manage their digital assets throughout their lifecycle and support digital transformation.
Upsell Technologies
Corporate Round in 2017
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.
Wagokoro
Venture Round in 2017
Wagokoro Co., Ltd. is a Japanese retail company that specializes in fashion and accessories, offering a range of products including hairpins, kimono rentals, silver accessories, stone bracelets, sunglasses, hats, jewelry, umbrellas, leather items, and chopsticks. The company emphasizes a commitment to original designs, showcasing the craftsmanship of its products. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Tokyo, Wagokoro operates 67 stores and also sells its products through mail order platforms, delivering a blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern retail experiences. It aims to provide excellent customer service while promoting its unique brand offerings.
Maple Systems
Venture Round in 2017
Maple Systems is a business development company that specializes in software development services, focusing on web system and smartphone application development. The company provides in-house services and collective contracts related to IT, including system consulting and engineering. By offering these services, Maple Systems aims to enhance the efficiency of sales and back-office operations for its clients, ultimately contributing to improvements within their respective industries.
Ambition
Venture Round in 2017
Ambition provides game app development services, graphic production, localization, overseas expansion, application management, and game engine utilization. Their customers inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.
Chikyujin
Venture Round in 2017
Chikyujin specializes in supporting the employment of foreign nationals in Japan. They offer a cloud-based face authentication service for attendance tracking and provide guidance on pre-entry life, administrative procedures, and re-employment support for foreign workers.
Kasika leverages data to assist all of our customers in finding properties. Real-time analysis of Internet activity and responses to e-mails, among other things, as well as visualizing customers' genuine demands, enables sales people to provide properties that exactly match at the ideal timing.
Donut Robotics
Venture Round in 2017
Donut Robotics develops digitally intelligent robots to address social problems by deploying solutions in transit hubs, hospitals, elderly facilities, and public spaces. Its product lineup includes Clip Ear, a smart earphone; C-Face, a smart facemask that connects with smartphones to transmit speech and support translation while maintaining social distancing; and Cinnamon, a receptionist robot used at airports, stations, and corporate lobbies. The company designs its robots to augment communication, enable telemedicine and translation, and improve security and customer service in shared environments, helping organizations enhance accessibility, efficiency, and safety.
Willgate
Acquisition in 2017
Willgate supports businesses by offering services in SEO, sales technology, and mergers & acquisitions to help clients achieve their strategic goals.
Adval
Venture Round in 2017
Adval is a space sharing business that offers rental space operations. Its services include akibaco, Buki Nabi, and Restaurant buying JP.
It was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Hachidori
Series A in 2017
Hachidori develops an AI-powered chatbot platform for marketing and customer support. Its solution enables enterprises without technical expertise to create chatbots that understand user intent and automate regular queries, reducing workload.